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BraveMax:

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[[File:BWMegatronSticker.jpg|thumb|275px|A smile that launched a thousand schemes.]]
The '''[[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]''' from ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'' has many toys, yeeess.

==Toys==
===Beast Wars===
[[File:BWtoy-MegatronBasic.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|It appears to be a harmless Earth creature!]]
* '''Optimus Primal VS Megatron''' (Basic 2-pack, 1996)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''VS-6'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun/tail

: The initial version of ''Beast Wars'' Megatron transformes into a green alligator. The toy is a [[retool]] of [[Iguanus (BW)|Iguanus]] with new alligator and robot heads, and no frill. The screw hole for the frill bracket remains. Both toys were released at roughly the same time.

:Whether this toy can be considered the ''Beast Wars'' Megatron character as seen in the primary fiction is a matter of debate. Released before the beginning of the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|animated series]], which established Megatron as a separate entity from [[Megatron (G1)|Generation 1 Megatron]], the accompanying profiles and mini-comic seem to assume that the Beast Wars are a progression of the same characters from the Autobot/Decepticon war. Whether the animated series's [[retcon]] affected this set of toys is probably a matter of personal preference. It can be interpreted as representing one of the more interesting [[micro-continuity|micro-continuities]].

:More recently, the ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook]]'' has asserted that, in [[Beast Wars timeline (IDW)|IDW's version of ''Beast Wars'' continuity]], Megatron's alligator body was suggested by the ''Darksyde'''s computer as a potential [[alternate mode]], but he rejected it in favor of the more powerful T-Rex, without ever actually reformatting into it. Thus, this [[micro-continuity]] posits alligator mode Megatron as an essentially theoretical alternate form that never actually came to be. ''Suuure.''

:This mold was additionally used to make the purple-recolored Megaligator (who may or may not be a separate character to either Megatron or [[Megatron (G1)|Generation 1 Megatron]]), and the Iguanus version was used for [[Crazybolt (BWN)|Crazybolt]]. It was also proposed for [[Albitron]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Predacon/MegatronGator/megatron.htm More information on Megatron (alligator) at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Bwmegatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Don't call him Barney.]]
* '''Megatron''' (Ultra, 1996)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-1'''
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, water squirter

: This Megatron transformes into a purple organic ''Tyrannosaurus rex''. He has limited articulation in [[beast mode]], but his dinosaur head can [[Water-squirting gimmick|shoot water]]. In [[robot mode]], he has no hands, as his right arm ends with his dinosaur head, and his tail, folded into a pincer, forms his left arm. The outer shells of his dinosaur thighs conceal spring-loaded missile launchers that fire anchor-shaped projectiles.

: His robot head features two bat-like wing adornments that fold to become a [[mutant head]].

: This mold was also used to make the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' [[Dinobot (BM)|Dinobot]] [[T-Wrecks]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Predacon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron (T-Rex) at TFU.info]''

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* '''Megaligator''' (Basic, 1997)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-6'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun/tail

: In Japan, the gator Megatron toy was also sold as an individual toy, as well as in a VS pack with Optimus. The individual release is identical to the two-pack version, which is in turn identical to the Hasbro version.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Destron/MegagatorJapan/megatron.htm More information on Megaligator at TFU.info]''

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[[File:CDMegaligator.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Purple people eater.]]
*'''Amazon Showdown''' (Basic 2-pack, 1997)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''VS-S1'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun/tail

:This figure is a purple [[redeco]] of Megatron's alligator form, and was sold with a red and blue redeco of Bat Primal. This may or may not be intended to be the same character as Megatron or Generation 1 Megatron.

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*'''Arachnid''' ([[MicroVerse]], 1997)

: A small, non-transforming micro-figure of Megatron in his alligator body came with the [[MicroVerse]] [[Arachnid]] playset.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Predacon/Arachnid/arachnid.htm More information on Arachnid (including Megatron figure) at TFU.info]''

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* '''Megatron''' (Ultra, 199?)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''?'''
**''Accessories:'' Two misslies, water squirter

:A gold chrome redeco of Ultra-class ''Tyrannosaurus'' Megatron. It was a Japanese exclusive [[Lucky Draw figure]], and at least ten were made.

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[[File:BWtoy-MegatronTM.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Ducky not included. Bummer.]]
* '''Megatron''' (Transmetal Mega, 1998)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-40'''
**''Accessories:'' Tail/whip

: The third ''Beast Wars'' Megatron toy transformes from a mechanical ''Tyrannosaurus'' to an organic robot mode. As with all Transmetal toys, he has a 'third' vehicle mode; roller skates fold out of his feet and his turbines flip open. These modifications can also be deployed in robot mode. In robot mode, his tail becomes a flexible, segmented cutlass weapon. He can either hold it or it can be stored at his side on the connector piece it was attached to when in beast mode.

:The Hasbro release of this figure was in gold, dark brown, and silver. The Hasbro release is known for being remarkably fragile — the deep brown plastic used for Megatron's waist and torso is prone to eventual breakage due to stress fractures. This has often been mistaken for a form of [[Gold Plastic Syndrome]], but is really more of a design flaw coupled with weak plastics. The Takara version, which used a different plastic, does not have this problem. The Hasbro version had three different variants all based on the shade used for the transmetal parts, some were pink, some purple and others a darker blue purple.

[[File:BWtoy-MegatronMetals.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I'm the one that doesn't crumble in your hands.]]
: The Japanese version of Transmetal Megatron is slightly different. The Japanese version uses black instead of the brown of the Hasbro version, a light gray for the beast mode hands, tail, and skates instead of the metallic silver of the Hasbro release, and the copper has a darker, more reddish tint as well.

:This mold was retooled to make ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' [[Predacon (Armada)|Predacon]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Predacon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Transmetal Megatron at TFU.info]''

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*'''Metals Convoy VS Metals Megatron''' (VS pack, 1999)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''VS-40'''
**''Accessories:'' Tail/whip

: In Japan, Transmetal Megatron was available both individually and in a two-pack with [[Optimus Primal/toys|Mega Transmetal Optimus Primal]]. Both toys are identical to their individual releases.

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[[File:BWdragonmegs toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Don't call him Puff, either.]]
* '''Megatron''' (Transmetal 2 Ultra, 1999)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-47'''
**''Accessories:'' Three missiles

: The final version of ''Beast Wars'' Megatron transforms into a mostly mechanical dragon, with articulation in his legs, little dragon arms and his flexible, rubber neck with vacuum metallized overlapping plates attached on top. The neck is flexible and controlled via a small lever located at its base. This lever was apparently installed backwards due to factory error - it can be used to lock the dragon neck in place, but must first be unscrewed and reattached correctly. The projectiles stored in his wings can be fired from a spring-loaded launcher inside his dragon's mouth.

:In robot mode, Megatron resembles a winged demon, appropriate given his characterization. His chest is dominated by a small cockpit with a control chair inside (see Notes). Megatron's dragon neck and head replaces his left arm, with an additional missile launcher above his helmet. Transmetal 2 Megatron has a [[:File:TM2 Ultras Commercial.jpg|third 'vehicle' mode]], which appears to be an afterthought, as it basically involves the dragon sitting very low to the ground so the wheels mounted on the legs and body can make contact and roll. His spark crystal, colored purple, is located on his dragon mode's right pectoral.

: If transformed to beast mode according to the instruction sheet and box art, the dragon tail is left jutting awkwardly off the back and the robot head is fully visible. It is simple enough to twist the tail into uniting properly with the rest of the body and concealing the robot head inside the dragon abdomen - though this leaves the gripper claw at the tip of the tail upside down.

:This mold was also used to make [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Cryotek (RID)|Cryotek]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1999/Predacon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Transmetal 2 Megatron at TFU.info]''

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===Beast Machines===
[[File:BMtoy-MegatronMega.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's a flasher! Mangle!]]
* '''Megatron''' (Mega, 2000)

: Part of the second wave of ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Mega-class toys, the first ''Beast Machines'' incarnation of Megatron was based on his Transmetal 2 dragon form, but with cues from his ''Beast Machines'' design added, specifically the gilded control helmet and the wrapping cape. A compartment on his chest can be lifted to reveal a [[spark]] chamber with a Vehicon spark crystal, similar to other Beast Machines toys. Other than a robot and dragon mode, a third mode, one that wraps and closes the dragon wings around the robot, mimics the shrouded appearance seen on the television show.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Vehicon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Beast Machines Megatron (Mega) at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BMtoy-MegatronMcD.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Looks good enough to drink.]]
* '''Megatron''' (McDonald's Happy Meal, 2000)

: Transforms from cloaked robot mode to a very weak dragon mode. Much of the toy is made of translucent plastic, and he uses light piping to light up the spark crystal on his dragon mode's tummy. He doesn't do it very well, though—you sorta have to hold him up sideways to the light and hope it's working.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Vehicon/McMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Beast Machines Megatron (Mcdonald's) at TFU.info]''

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* '''Megatron''' (Little Red Rooster Meal, 2001)

: The McDonald's Happy Meal Megatron was also released in Australia through the Red Rooster restaurant chain. Like the other three toys, it came in four color schemes. He was also retooled to remove the light piping on the original. Strangely enough, the toy was labeled as "Nightscream" on the plastic baggy it came in.

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[[File:BM-toy BeastChanger.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
* '''Beast Changer''' (Deluxe, 2001)
**''Accessories'': Wings (left & right)

: The Beast Changer (so called due to [[Hasbro]]'s inability to secure the [[Trademark]] on "[[Noble (BM)|Savage Noble]]") transforms from wolf-creature to dragon-creature (the packaging announces a conversion from "savage beast to noble wolf," a reference to the name Hasbro wasn't able to trademark). A spring-loaded tab on the dragon's head opens his jaws. The toy's [[spark crystal]] has its own unique symbol, a merger of the ''Beast Machines'' Maximal and Vehicon logos. Its spark-action [[gimmick]] is a wind-up spinning claw attack.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BeastChanger/beastchanger.htm More information on "Beast Changer" at TFU.info]''

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*'''Megatron''' (Jollibee Kids Meal, 2009)
**''Accessories:'' Con Pencil Point Vise, wing unit

: Megatron was available as one of three figures in a Jollibee promotion. The toy is a greatly simplified version of his ''Beast Machines'' Mega toy. The dragon mode is him wearing his wings as a silly hat.

===Robotmasters===
[[File:RMtoy-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"''Utahraptor'', maybe in an alternate timeline I'm being less of a jerk right now, but that's just rampant speculation, okay?"]]
* '''Beast Megatron''' (2004)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''RM-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Claw/tail, missile launcher, missile

: Beast Megatron is a simplified version of the 1996 Ultra ''Beast Wars'' Megatron. Much smaller, having a very similar transformation and had a sculpt resembling the television series CGI model, but a paint scheme similar to the original toy. The tail/claw weapon was now removeable, revealing a robot fist which the tail/claw weapon could clamp around. He also came with a small laser rifle.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Destron/BeastMegatron/beastmegatron.htm More information on Beast Megatron at TFU.info]''

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* '''Beast Megatron Limited Black Version''' (2005)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''RM-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Claw/tail, missile launcher, missile, Sacred-Cut Sword "Gazan" blade

: Available only via mail-order through ''Hyper Hobby'' magazine, the "Limited Black Version" of Beast Megatron is just that: a straight [[black repaint]] of the Beast Megatron toy. He comes with all his original accessories, appropriately redecoed, as well as a gold-chromed version of the "Sacred-Cut Sword 'Gazan'" [[Solitarium]] weapon that came with [[Air Hunter]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/HHBeastMegatron/beastmegatron.htm More information on Beast Megatron Limited Black Version at TFU.info]''

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===Beast Wars Returns===
* '''Megatron''' (Mega, 2005)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BR-05'''

:This release is the same as the American ''Beast Machines'' Mega toy.

* '''Noble Savage''' (Deluxe, 2005)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BR-11'''

: A toy version of [[Noble (BM)|Savage/Noble]] and a redeco of Beast Changer, he transforms from a wolf-creature to a dragon creature, with no robot mode. The difference lies in that select red plastic parts were changed to a blue color.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BeastChanger/beastchanger.htm More information on Noble/Savage at TFU.info (scroll down)]''

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* '''Megahead Megatron''' (Deluxe, 2005)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BR-12'''
**''Accessories:'' Missile

: This is a Japanese-[[exclusive]] redeco of ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Megatron (RID)|Megabolt Megatron]] and transforms into a head-shaped spider tank, based on the [[Grand Mal]] design. A gear-wheel mechanism moves the legs up and down as the tank mode is pushed along. Pressing the [[spark crystal]] on the tank's top opens its jaw and fires a spring-loaded missile. In robot mode, this swings the entire cannon assembly up over the robot's head, along with a "battle mask".

: If one removes the toy's spider-legs in head mode, it fits into the head socket to the [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] main body. Though this is likely unintended, it is pointed out here as an extra play feature.

: This mold was also used to make [[Megabolt]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/MegaboltMegatron/megaboltmegatron.htm More information on Megahead Megatron at TFU.info (scroll down)]''

===Timelines===
* '''Darksyde Megatron''' (Ultra-class, 2006)

[[File:Timelinestoy-MegatronDoFP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|My face defies all photographic lighting!]]
:''Accessories'': Large missile, projectile, spring-loaded shield/multi-tool arm, claw attachment, hammer attachment, [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] key

: Representing Megatron before his crash on [[Earth]], ''[[Transformers Timelines (fiction)|Timelines]]'' Megatron is a [[retool]] and [[redeco]] of the ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]''-series [[Cybertron Defense Team|Cybertron Defense]] [[Red Alert (Armada)#CybCD|Red Alert]] toy, and transforms into a large, purple military vehicle similar to a cross between a Russian [[wikipedia:R-400 Oka|R-400 Oka mobile ballistic missile launcher]] and a [[wikipedia:BTR-90|BTR-90 armoured personnel carrier]]. The missile can be slid off from its holder, and the left side of his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] has a flip-up non-firing double-blaster, which can also be "used" in robot mode. Inserting the Golden Disk key (that's marked with the [[Insignia|Predacon symbol]]) into the rear of the missile pops it in half and exposes the inner spring-loaded projectile-launching "laser cannon".

: Megatron comes with a shield that can be mounted on either arm, and when a Key is inserted into the top, a cannon barrel/multi-tool arm flips out that can be equipped with several tools stored in his shins (a spring-loaded hammer-head or a gripping claw). He has two (nonfunctional) [[Mini-Con]] [[Powerlinx]] hardpoints in vehicle mode, and two ''different'' hardpoints in robot mode. The electronics that were previously present in this mold were removed for this release, and all samples of this toy have the space for the robot-mode head manually (and sometimes messily) carved open wider at the top in order to allow the new head to move freely between modes.

: Megatron was an at-show souvenir for [[BotCon 2006]], coming in a two-pack with [[Waspinator (BW)#Timelines 2|Waspinator]].

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Countdown (G1)#Universe 2008|Countdown]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Predacon/BCMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Darksyde Megatron at TFU.info]''

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*'''Megatron''' (Ultra Class, 2016)
**''Accessories'': 2 missiles, 2 launchers

:Released as a souvenir figure for BotCon 2016, ''Megatron'' is a redeco/retool of [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron/Galvatron]] mold, which was based on an unused concept by [[3H Productions]]. It features a new head and paint scheme based on Transmetal 2 Megatron from the original Beast Wars cartoon. The snout piece which folds out from under the robot mode head for the original releases' bat mode was removed in order to provide clearance for the new head, effectively reducing by one the number of modes to which this release is capable of converting.

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===Beast Wars 10th Anniversary===
[[File:BW 10th Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Grape-faces don't give up, they conquer!"]]
* '''Megatron''' (Deluxe, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Gun/tail, missile, Jungle Planet Key

: For the 10th Anniversary of ''Beast Wars'', [[Hasbro]] created an all-new Deluxe-size tooling based mostly upon his original 1996 ''Tyrannosaurus'' form, but with technorganic detailing. When a [[Cyber Key]] is inserted into his <s>ass</s> tail, it opens up to reveal a missile launcher.

: He is also packaged with a mini-comic-sized reprinting of [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers, Beast Wars: The Gathering|The Gathering]]'' #1, a small ''[[Darksyde (BW)|Darksyde]]'' ship figurine, and a [[Animatron|Jungle Planet]] style Cyber Key ''without'' a [[Cyber Key Codes|Cyber Key Code]] stamped on it. On its packaging, "Predacon" is misspelled as "Preadcon", but a sticker was placed over it with the proper spelling.<ref name="predaconsticker">[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/beast-wars-10th-anniversary/megatron/963/2/8/ Sticker covering a typo on ''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'' Megatron's packaging with correct "Predacon" spelling].</ref> The sculpts for both leader toys were intentionally designed to blend in with the Jungle Planet aesthetic, "in case" they didn't get a Beast Wars Anniversary release (according to [[Aaron Archer]]'s statements at [[BotCon 2005]]).

: This mold was [[redeco]]ed and released as [[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|''Cybertron'']] [[Megatron (Armada)/toys|Megatron]] and [[BotCon 2010]] [[Cindersaur (G1)|Cindersaur]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Predacon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on 10th Anniversary Megatron at TFU.info]''
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* '''Optimus Primal vs. Megatron''' (multipack, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, water squirter

: The same figures as the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' two-pack released in the United States as a Toys "R" Us exclusive and packaged with "[[Possession]]". (Oddly, the box art is a re-use from that of the previous 10th Anniversary new-mold deluxe, an entirely different body design.)
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Predacon/TRUMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron (Toys "R" Us Exclusive) at TFU.info]''

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===Beast Wars Reborn===
[[File:BW Megatron BWReborn.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Is it me, or does his tail-weapon-thing have teeth?]]
* '''Convoy vs Megatron''' (2006)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''BWR-01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, water squirter

: For the 10th Anniversary of ''Beast Wars'', [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] retooled the original 1996 Ultra-sized Megatron toy, giving him a new head sculpt and a new paint scheme based upon the appearance of the CGI model used in the ''Beast Wars'' television series.

: The 1996 Ultra-sized Optimus Primal was also retooled and redecoed in the same manner.

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===Beast Wars Telemocha Series===
*'''Megatron''' (Deluxe, 2007)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''TM-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Claw/tail
[[File:BW Telemocha Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66]]
: A redeco of ''Robotmasters'' Megatron, with extensive paint details based upon the larger Ultra class ''Beast Wars Reborn'' reissue. He came packed with a DVD of the Japanese dub version of "[[Equal Measures]]".
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Destron/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Telemocha Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BWTelemochaMegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Running out of caption ideas for same boring things rehashed over and over!]]
*'''DX Megatron''' (Ultra, 2007)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''TM-SP'''
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, water squirter

:An extensive show-accurate redeco of the original Ultra-class Megatron mold, even more so than the ''Reborn'' toy—''without'' the recently remolded show-accurate head. He came with a DVD containing the Japanese dub version of the two-part episode "[[The Trigger, Part 1|The Trigger]]".

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===United===
[[File:Unitedtoy-BeastMegatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Beast Megatron''' (Deluxe, February 2012)
**''ID number:'' '''UN-31'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun/tail, missile, Jungle Planet Key

:Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' toys, Beast Megatron is a dark purple redeco of the Deluxe-sized ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]'' Megatron toy, and is the first release of the mold in Japan. It was packaged in a Voyager-class box with a Japanese sticker slapped on that said "limited quantity".

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==Merchandise==
[[File:Megatronmutatingcard.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)
:Megatron was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the Beast Wars [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game|card game]].
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===Kabaya candy toys===
*'''Megatron''' (candy toy kit, 1997)

: A tiny plastic Megatron figurine molded onto an irregularly-shaped stand was released by Kabaya. Labeled toy 2 of 6, the other characters in his wave were Dinobot, Cheetor, Rattrap, Optimus Primal, and Rhinox. As always, terrible candy is included.

===Metal Monument===
* '''Metal Monument Megatron''' (TAKARA, 1999)

: As the name suggests, the product is a [[die-cast]] statue of Megatron. The head is convertible/removable in order to change the normal one with the battle mask/mutant head. The [[box art]] and the design of the product are both done by [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]].

===Titanium Series===
[[File:Titanium RM BWMegatron.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|I have two heads: My robot mode one, and my dino, who looks really hungry.]]
* '''Beast Wars Megatron''' (3" Robot Master, 2006)
**''Accessories'': Stand

: For the ''Titanium Series'', the initial 3" Megatron toy was based off his 1996 Ultra version. He's kind of squat.

:The toy features five points of articulation, including shoulders and head articulation. His dino-arm even features a 'wrist' and an articulated jaw. Despite his waist being a connection point it does not swivel.

:Megatron features an enormous amount of paint for such a small toy, including cute little red eyes, and paint washes on most of his dinosaur features.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Predacon/TITMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Titanium Series Megatron at TFU.info]''

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===3D Battle-Card Game===
[[File:Megatron Predacon Battle Card.jpg|80px|thumb|"I dare you not to make fun of me."]]
*'''Predacon Megatron''' (2007)

: A 52-point "rare" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Megatron "transforms" into a purple approximation of a ''T. rex''. He uses the same parts layout as [[Grimlock (G1)/toys|Grimlock]] and [[Cruellock]], although his robot mode is assembled differently. Megatron is nominally the leader of the Decepticons in the set.

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===Robot Heroes===
* '''Rattrap vs. Megatron''' (2008)

[[File:Robotheroesmegatronrattrap.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Such a cute megalomaniac.]]
:Part of the "Beast Wars Series," Megatron comes packaged with [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattrap]]. He has the standard shoulders-and-neck articulation.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Predacon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Robot Heroes Megatron at TFU.info]''

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* '''Silverbolt vs. Megatron''' (2008)

[[File:Robotheroessilverboltmegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He has the Golden Disk, he has the power to change the future, and the only obstacle in the way of his path to unimaginable glory... is being two inches tall.]]
:Part of the "Beast Wars Series," Megatron (based on his Transmetal form) comes packaged with [[Silverbolt (BW)|Silverbolt]]. Megatron holds the [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] in a special tail attachment seen in the episode "[[Code of Hero]]". He has the standard shoulders-and-neck articulation.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Predacon/RHMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Robot Heroes Transmetal Megatron at TFU.info]''

===Tiny Titans===
* '''Beast Wars Megatron''' (2015)
: Part of the third series of Tiny Titans, Beast Wars Megatron is a super-deformed, minimally-painted static figurine that renders Megatron in the artstyle of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|newer RID cartoon]].
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==Notes==
[[File:BWRConcept35.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Transmetal 2 Megatron's control art. Look! Spark figure! Painful amounts of detail!]]

[[File:OTFCC05-Megatronunused.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Everyone wished this happened. And it will!]]

* Primal's gorilla mode, paired against [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s ''T. rex'' mode, was inspired by the showdown in ''[[wikipedia:King Kong|King Kong]]''.
*The concept art for the original Ultra class figure was largely the same, except in one minor difference: The left arm would have housed an open three clawed hand. The idea of that wouldn't be revisited until the 10th anniversary Deluxe Megatron.
* In a bit of little known trivia, Hasbro originally intended Inferno to be the new body for Megatron. According to [http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/browse_thread/thread/b334d45514e26ab4/bc8e54e9165e0823?hl=en&lnk=st&q=bob+forward+interview+inferno+megatron&rnum=1#bc8e54e9165e0823 a 1997 interview conducted by fan HooksX], Bob Forward stated: "For a while there Hasbro was planning to make the Inferno toy the new Megatron. We were going to kill Megatron and bring him back as Inferno."
*Originally, Transmetal 2 Megatron, along with [[Optimus Primal/toys|Optimal Optimus]] and [[Tigerhawk]] were to have small driver-like figures sitting on control chairs located in cockpits on their bodies. These drivers were meant to represent their sparks. But [[Hasbro]] then later realized that kids might confuse these spark representations as drivers controlling the robots, so they were abandoned, but the cockpits remain. The spark pilot was eventually used in the Japanese release of [[Cryotek (RID)|Cryotek]].
* A retool of [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]] as a post-''Beast Machines'' Megatron was proposed by [[3H Productions|3H]] for OTFCC 2005, but this idea was lost when 3H forfeited the license to [[Fun Publications]]. It would have had a [[Rubber Ducky]] accessory. No, seriously. It would have been that awesome...and then BotCon revived the concept, and the figure will be available at [[BotCon 2016]].
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Talk:Grand Galvatron

2015-12-12T01:07:14Z

BraveMax: /* Vote */

I don't agree with putting the combiner on this page; they don't really share anything other than the name, and I GUESS the fact that they're both bigger bodies for Galvatron. It deserves to be two separate pages; [[Grand Galvatron (UW)]] and [[Grand Galvatron (Headmasters)]], I guess...? --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 10:09, 9 December 2015 (EST)

I agree with the above, but I wonder whether it could go on [[Galvatronus]]' page. By this wiki's standards, is it the English name for Takara's guy, or are the limbs and deco enough to seperate them? [[User:Sky Shadow|Sky Shadow]] ([[User talk:Sky Shadow|talk]]) 10:14, 9 December 2015 (EST)

Isn't it a little early to be making this kind of determination? --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 12:18, 9 December 2015 (EST)

:It definitely wouldn't be Galvatronus, the whole identity is different. I could see the logic in deleting this and replacing it with appropriate descriptors/links on Galvatron (G1) - but by that logic, why wouldn't Grand Galvatron be entirely merged into Galvatron (G1)? We don't have a separate page for Super Megatron. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 14:23, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:: I think the reason we don't merge this into G1 Galvatron's page is because this is technically it's own entitry from him. But yeah, I say we move this page to "Grand Galvatron (G1)", and the combiner Grand Galvatron can go to "Grand Galvatron (UW)" or something along those lines. That seems like a good-enough compromise to me. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:38, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::This article is specifically about the hypothetical body conceived in Headmasters. Unite Warriors Grand Galvatron is just Galvatron hijacking Cyclonus's body. Character continuity. KISS. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 15:41, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::So should we maybe move the UW toy to Galvatron's page, then, if we don't create a new article for it? It is technically Galvatron's combiner, even if he's using Cyclonus as a proxy. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:45, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::::It's already on Galvatron's toy page. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 15:50, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::::So all we'd really need to do is just get rid of it's mention on this page, because UW Grand Galvatron is obviously not the same as Headmasters Grand Galvatron. That's basically the best option to satisfy all parties. May as well just do it myself, then, if we have some amount of consensus. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:59, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::It's seems kind of bizarre to me to insist that this Grand Galvatron upgrade has to go on a different page than the other Grand Galvatron upgrade. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 16:00, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::The thing is they're basically only being put on the same page because they have the same name; otherwise, they're totally different. Putting them both on just the one page is kind of like putting G1 Roller and IDW Roller on the same page just because they're both named Roller; that's basically the only similarity they have. Same logic applies here; they only share a name. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 16:05, 9 December 2015 (EST)
So, um, put it to a vote, maybe? Put the combiner on Grand Galvatron's page OR make a new page for the combiner OR have the combiner only on Galvatron's toy page. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 17:23, 9 December 2015 (EST)

Let's not turn this into another Ulchtar, guys. Way I see it, there's a couple of ways to look at this.
:1) Redirect this page to Galvatron. We don't have separate pages for "Super Ginrai" or "Burning Megatron". The only real logical counter to this is that we don't know if this combiner is controlled by Galvatron's consciousness, or if it has it's own unique, merged mind that would justify it as its own character (ie: the reason we split Optimus Maximus from Optimus Prime).
:2) Rework this a page just a little to make it about concept of "a super-mode Galvatron", rather than one specific version, and deal with both of them on here.
:3) Separate 'em.
-[[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 17:42, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::I'm gonna throw in for #1 myself. The ambiguity on the UW figure isn't really enough split-page justification. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 17:49, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::Honestly? Since Galvatronus has his own article, Grand Galvatron should probably get his own, too. They're counterparts for each other, essentially; just one has dedicated limbs and the other doesn't. Though then we don't have a page for Predacus yet either, do we?

::From what I've seen from over on TFW2005, I think it's implied that at least Cyclonus himself is being controlled by Galvatron, but it seems to say nothing on the combiner having it's own mind. That sort of complicates this scenario, really; we don't know if it's Galvatron controlling Cyclonus ''and'' Grand Galvatron or if Grand Galvatron is a different conciousness than Galvatron himself. Judging by how the other combiners operate, I'm assuming that Grand Galvatron might be a unique entity from the original, but again no fiction to firmly place it. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 17:56, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::I vote for #3; Thunder Mayhem got his own page, and that's the same concept, IIRC. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 18:16, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::I think 2 is the smartest choice. They called him Grand Galvatron for a reason, it's silly and pedantic for us to second-guess that. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 19:11, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::Well, yes, they named him that as a homage; it's still a different enough concept that I think it'd be disingenuous to put them both on the same page. We don't have Optimus Maximus the battle station and Optimus Maximus the combiner on the same page. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 05:31, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::I feel like number 1 has maximum consistency with the rest of the wiki, though I would accept number 2 as well. I see no reason to create separate pages beyond being different in an entirely arbitrary way. -- [[User:Dark T Zeratul|Dark T Zeratul]] ([[User talk:Dark T Zeratul|talk]]) 19:22, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::::"Entirely arbitrary"? One Grand Galvatron's a combiner made of four dead Decepticons and a posessed Cyclonus and the other is an imaginary planet-sized version of Galvatron; they are ''not'' arbitrarily different. Either we split the two Grand Galvatrons or we just merge this whole article into the G1 Galvatron article. Lumping a combiner with a planetformer just because they use the same name is ridiculous, really. It'd be like lumping RiD Hot Shot with Armada Hot Shot just because they both have the name Hot Shot; outside of name, the two entities are ''entirely'' dissimilar to one another.

:::::I'm not saying we can't merge Grand Galvatron from Headmasters into the G1 Galvatron article, but putting UW Grand Galvatron in that same lump is problematic, as Grand Galvatron is ''not'' entirely Galvatron; he's also Cyclonus, Starscream, Breakdown and Roller, as well. He's basically his own distinct character in essense; even if Galvatron's technically the core of him, since combiners always are distinct individuals unless we're talking Energon-style combiners. We don't lump the other combiners into their team leaders' articles, and I see no reason as of now to break the mold now unless definitive proof that UW Grand Galvatron is merely a superbody for G1 Galvatron arises. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 20:00, 9 December 2015 (EST)

For reference, there's reasonably good translations of the bios [http://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/121219-unite-warriors-grand-galvatron-revealed-update-127-all-is-revealed-pg21/?p=3097663 here]. The gist does indeed seem to be that Grand Galvatron is Galvatron using five other guys as his body. On that basis, I'd say merge. It's not like we have a separate article for, say, Starscream-using-Waspinator's-body. [[User:Jalaguy|Jalaguy]] ([[User talk:Jalaguy|talk]]) 06:32, 10 December 2015 (EST)

:I agree. It sounds like Galvatron is using these guys as an extension of his will, and I definitely think we should merge both the ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron and the ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron onto the Galvatron (G1) page. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 07:42, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:I don't agree, but it sounds a hell of a lot better than keeping two hugely different concepts on the same page on the basis of a shared name. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 08:07, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::The concepts really aren't as different as you're making them sound. Both are powered-up Galvatron forms accomplished by combining the bodies of his followers with his own. It's easy to forget that was a big part of the ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron 'cause... well, ''look'' at it - but it was. They're not ''identical'' no, but it'd be a very mild retool to the page as-is to encompass both. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 08:19, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::...Eh, I guess I'd forgotten that, yes. I'd still vote for page splitting, but now I understand where you're coming from, I suppose? --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 08:24, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::What does this mean for Roller? Is he [[Wheeljack (Armada)|a turncoat who changed sides mistakenly believing his friend had left him to die]]? Certain parts of the bio seem to point that way... but on the other hand, it ''does'' say that his memory is patchy. To make matters worse, the bio mentions "wandering the space between dimensions", which might mean that this Roller is a different Roller from the G1 Roller. So, my question is: what page does the "Wanderer Roller" belong on? -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 08:50, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::There's nothing that indicates that it isn't a version of IDW Roller. Let's not make this more complicated than it needs to be. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 09:06, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::Er, yes, it obviously goes on the IDW Roller page. It might not be literally the exactly same Roller who appears in the pages of MTMTE (because the bio has nothing to do with Roberts's plans for the character), but it's absolutely a version of him. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 09:08, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::Oh, my bad. The whole [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generations|Minimus Ambus/Alpha Trion thing]] left me under the impression that Japan didn't get MTMTE. Turns out I was wrong. In that case, I have no problem placing this Roller on the Roller (IDW) page. Sorry for the confusion -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 09:19, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::Two giant Galvatron upgrades with the same name, each made of the dead bodies of his troops, is enough for me. I think either the toy stays on this page, or everything on this page gets merged into Galv G1. I do not see either Grand Galvatron as being distinct enough to warrant NOT having them in the same place, whatever that may be. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 11:47, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::That's my take, as well. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 12:58, 10 December 2015 (EST)

: The post itself says the bios are very messily translated, so it's entirely possible that there might be some mistakes. And quoting the full bio;
"Emperor of Destruction Galvatron's loyal Air Staff Officer. Transforms into a Sci-Fi jet. Receiving a revelation from the dead -Galvatron, Cyclonus takes Galvatron's spirit into his body and reformats himself into a new combination-capable "scramble body". Using the power of the Interstellar Emperor Unicron, Cyclonus summons from other dimensions warriors bearing strong malice and evil power. Using the combined energy of their malice, they seek Galvatron's complete resurrection!"
:This, allowing for translation error, seems more like Cyclonus is still controlling the gestalt, but Galvatron allows him the ability to combine at all and Unicron gives him the limbs, all in the name of giving Galvatron a new body. So in any case it seems like Cyclonus is the core still; just that Galvatron's spirit gives him the ability to combine.

:This seems like an Optimal Optimus situation, honestly; we lump Optimal Optimus in with Optimus Primal, even though technically Optimal Optimus is ''both'' G1 Prime and Optimus Primal in the same body; Primal is the core body, so that's where it goes. So I guess we could always lump UW Grand Galvatron in with Cyclonus' article. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 10:48, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::If anything, I'd say the idea that Cyclonus and these other undead 'bots merging themselves into order to resurrect Galvatron lend more credence to the idea that the combiner has Galvatron's consciousness than anything else. And I have to say I don't agree with that comparison to, or reading of, Optimal Optimus at all.- [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 11:23, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::What I was referring to by saying Optimal Optimus is both G1 Prime and Primal is that he was created when Optimus Primal took in the Spark of G1 Prime, therefore making him essentially both G1 Prime and Optimus Primal at the same time; though then that would mean we'd need to put the OptimOp toy on G1 Prime's toys page, as well. Just as how Grand Galvatron is both Galvatron and Cyclonus at the same time; where Galvatron lends his power to Cyclonus to allow for him to combine. So it's similar in that it's two Sparks sharing a body, with one giving the other something new (combination for Cyclonus, a new body for Primal). [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 11:31, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::That's not how it works, MaximalBroadjaw. Optimus Prime's spark only served as a mutating agent for Optimus Primal's body. Prime never woke up to control anything. Though highly different they may be, both ''Headmasters'' and ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron are instances of Galvatron functioning as the controller of a body made from other things. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 12:53, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::Optimal Optimus is created because of the two sparks being placed in the same body, yes; but Primal never uses Prime's catchphrase at any point ''outside'' of this one episode, and his deepened voice also dissapears after Prime's spark gets put back in his body. I'm not saying they were explicitly fused in any matter, but they were sharing the same body and Primal basically grows to be the size of Optimus Prime when the Optimal body is created.

:::::The only way the implication of a shared body would be more obvious is if they actually made it so we had both voices reading the same lines.

:::::Grand Galvatron the combiner and Grand Galvatron the planetformer have nothing to do with each other outside of name. We don't merge [[Wheeljack (Armada)|Armada Wheeljack]] with [[Downshift (Energon)|Energon Downshift]] just because they're both named Wheeljack in Japan, so we definitely shouldn't merge Headmasters Grand Galvatron and UW Grand Galvatron on that basis alone; the name is a homage, and that's all it is. At ''best'', I say we should maybe just sink the combiner into the Cyclonus article and the planetformer into the Galvatron article. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 13:12, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::Putting the combiner into Cyclonus's article is literally the worst suggestion in this entire discussion, so no, we don't be doing that. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 13:14, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::It's better than placing the two completely disparate ideas (Galvatron-possessed Cyclonus using limbs collected by Unicron should not be in the same article as a hypothetical Galvatron super-body inspired by Unicron, IMO) in the same article just for sharing a name and having dead people make them up in common. Since it seems, for all intents, that the Galvatron and Cyclonus here are G1 cartoon continuity, the merging of the combiner made of ''the'' G1 cartoon Cyclonus, albeit controlled by Galvatron, with the article of a hypothetical super-body for G1 Galvatron doesn't make sense. Names alone shouldn't dictate how we merge articles unless explicitly canonized as the same by a source. This toy makes much more sense on either Galvatron and Cyclonus' page or it's own article than it does here, where the only thing linking it to the original subject is the name.

::::::::We should be as informative and accurate as possible even in spite of being lax for an encyclopedia, and in that case I would support either spliting the combiner into it's own article (ala [[Optimus Maximus (G1)|Optimus Maximus]] and [[Galvatronus]]) or merging it with either Cyclonus or Galvatron's articles. Reworking this article is a compromise I can accept, though. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 13:30, 10 December 2015 (EST)

:::::::::This is off-topic, but [[Wheeljack (Armada)|''Armada'' Wheeljack]] is actually called "Rampage" in Japan. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 13:50, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::::Oh, right. Oops. :p This is what I get for not checking up on UT fiction very often. :p [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 13:53, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::Just to chime in here... I wrote those translations, and the original specifically says Cyclonus is "possessed by Galvatron's spirit" ("ガルバトロンの霊体を憑依された"). This is definitely Galvatron, operating through Cyclonus (who willfully allowed himself to be possessed). I vote this either goes on G1 Galvatron's page, or the combiner gets a separate page to himself (as most combiners do). G1 Grand Galvatron should be on G1 Galvatron's page regardless, IMHO. I find the assumption that this is IDW Roller more objectionable - it's clear that this Roller doesn't line up with the future plans for IDW Roller, which would mean that he's Roller from a continuity similar to, but distinct from, IDW. In those circumstances, wouldn't we normally create a separate page?--[[User:BraveMax|BraveMax]] ([[User talk:BraveMax|talk]]) 15:28, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::::This is a good compromise, IMO; the combiner gets his own page while the hypothetical body gets merged. As for Roller, I'm not sure. I know we've made articles for toy-only characters before, but the bio seems to indicate that it's IDW Roller, or at least a quantum duplicate of him. So I still think he should be under IDW Roller, at least until further notice. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:37, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::::I'd say that this Roller is meant to be the same as IDW Roller in the sense that Sunbow Shockwave ane sd Marvel Shockwave are "the same". --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 15:40, 10 December 2015 (EST)

(Resetting indents to preserve sanity) I think we should merge ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron with [[Galvatron (G1)]], and keep ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron on a separate page. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 18:02, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:Okay, actually, I changed my mind again; I reject any plan that involves Headmasters Grand Galvatron not having its own page. Because... look at it. I can't think of anything that deserves its own page even at the expense of consistency more. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 18:26, 10 December 2015 (EST) [this comment is only half serious]

I would think the combiner entity would get his own page and not just be a subsection of [[Galvatron (G1)]], citing the precedent followed in [[Mega-Octane]]/[[Ruination (RID)]]. Both setups involve the components of the combiner ceding agency to a central figure, and yet Ruination isn't just a portion of Mega-Octane's page. --[[User:ItsWalky|ItsWalky]] ([[User talk:ItsWalky|talk]]) 18:55, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::[[Ruination (RID)]] was controlled entirely by Mega-Octane? *checks wiki* Huh. I never knew that. Well in that case, I agree that ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron should have his own page. (I already thought he should anyway, but the fact that there's an established precedent for it is nice to know.) -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 19:06, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::Can't argue with that. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 20:06, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::: So far, it seems that pretty much everyone is in favor of ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron having an article of his own, separate from both ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron and Galvatron (G1). So I guess all we have to do now is figure whether we want ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron to have an a separate article as well, or if we'd rather just merge him with Galvatron (G1). Thoughts? -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 20:29, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::I think it's good that we're mostly coalescing behind the position of not putting UW Grand Galvatron on a page with Cyclonus or Galvatron, but I think there's still a strong case to be made for keeping him on the same page with HM Grand Galvatron. The argument is straightforward and powerful: same concept, same name, same character. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 20:35, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::::: Is ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron really the same character as ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron, or a similar alternate universe counterpart? After all, ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron has limb components that come from various different continuities. Is there any definitive proof that the Galvatron whose spirit possesses Cyclonus is the same one as the guy from ''Headmasters''? If I remember correctly, Galvatron didn't so much ''die'' in ''The emperor of destruction vanishes on an iceberg'' as just get stuck in the ice. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 20:49, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::I think what Giggidy means, something which I agree with, is that the two Grand Galvatrons are the same character archetypes, like cartoon, Marvel, and IDW G1 Optimus Prime. He doesn't mean they have to be the exact same individual character from the exact same universe. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 20:56, 10 December 2015 (EST)

:::::::Ah, my bad. Sorry for the confusion. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 21:05, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::::::::With that in mind however, I don't think "same character archetype" is enough reason to keep two characters on the same page. [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Almost]] all of the Optimus Primes, Megatrons and Bumblebees and so forth are the same character archetype, and we don't keep ''them'' together in the same article. Why should we do that in this case? -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 21:14, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::::In case you haven't noticed all over this wiki, that's not how the wiki operates. We classify G1 Optimus Prime, UT Optimus Prime, and Movie Optimus Prime as different archetypes. We are well aware that names alone don't make two individuals the same character archetype. Those of us in favor of putting ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron on this page see him and ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron as being sufficiently similar like Marvel G1 and G1 cartoon Optimus Prime. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 21:25, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::::::Yeah, that's the long and short of it. If we can same-page all of the G1 origins of, say, Grimlock or Trypticon or the Constructicons, the Grand Galvatrons aren't much of a leap in my opinion. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 22:10, 10 December 2015 (EST)

(Resetting indents) Alright, that's fair. My example was a pretty bad one. I think I finally understand your point, though. You're saying that the Grand Galvatrons from ''Unite Warriors'' and ''Headmasters'', though not identical, are similar enough to share a page. Have I got that right?

I think that while the two ''could'' be made to share a page, they might be better off on separate articles. I can't put together a sandbox to save my life; perhaps if someone could make one to give a rough idea of what a page shared between the two Grand Galvatrons might look like, we can discuss whether or not that's what we want to do. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 21:49, 10 December 2015 (EST)

==Vote==
This is a really interesting conversation and it can stay interesting for a long long time. I think we need to get a clear feel of the room:
* '''Option 1''' - Both Grand Galvatrons move to Galvatron (G1)
* '''Option 2''' - Both Grand Galvatrons stay on this page (perhaps with rewrites)
* '''Option 3''' - Headmasters Grand Galv goes to Galv G1; UW Grand Galv gets its own page
* '''Option 4''' - UW Grand Galv goes to GalvG1; Headmasters Grand Galv gets its own page
* '''Option 5''' - Each of the Grand Galvs get their own, separate page

I vote for #2. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 22:19, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:I'm with 2. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 22:26, 10 December 2015 (EST)

I prefer number 5, but I think that number 2 could work as an acceptable compromise. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 22:36, 10 December 2015 (EST)

2.--[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 23:01, 10 December 2015 (EST)

I'm fine with either Options 3 or 5, honestly. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 23:46, 10 December 2015 (EST)
: I don't care whether the Grand Galvatrons share a page, but I absolutely don't think either should be on Galvatron's. --[[User:ItsWalky|ItsWalky]] ([[User talk:ItsWalky|talk]]) 00:30, 11 December 2015 (EST)
5. I'd accept 2 with a good enough rewrite. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 06:40, 11 December 2015 (EST)

The more I think this over, the more option 2 sound like the best choice. <s>My only concern is this: How would the opening bio paragraph be handled, and what his main pic be? If somebody can enlighten me as to what we can expect from a properly merged version of this page, I'll gladly throw myself behind number 2.</s> EDIT: Bio shouldn't be hard. ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron doesn't have any official art, so that might make the main pic tricky, but it shouldn't be too much of a problem. I'm officially changing my vote to 2.-[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 08:30, 11 December 2015 (EST)

From most to least preferred: 2, 1, 4, 3, 5. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 09:07, 11 December 2015 (EST)

3. I can see the argument for keeping UW separate with the various other J-combiners who are more-or-less "central guy is still predominant force". But I really don't see how HM Galvatron gobbling up Earth and ''permanently'' cannibalizing '''''parts''''' from other robots to become a (doofy-looking) Unicronian planet-bot is the "same concept" as a combiner made up of a robot possessed by the spirit of Galvatron who combines with some other varying deadish bots who retain their individual bodies and identities. Frankly, the HM "Grand Galvatron" page is a relic of a less self-referential time in TFs, when it wasn't jerking itself off so much so that job fell to, well, us, so we get a ha-ha page. It really ought to be merged into Galv's page. It's just Galv with more mass. A ''lot'' more mass, yes. UW GrandGalv is just making a reference for yuks. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 10:09, 11 December 2015 (EST)

2 is what I'd prefer. It's two separate takes on a similar concept (Galvatron incorporating dead Decepticon warriors into his system to make himself more powerful), both of which share the same name, so they seem worthy of sharing an article. Obviously with rewrites to provide context. --[[User:DrSpengler|DrSpengler]] ([[User talk:DrSpengler|talk]]) 10:27, 11 December 2015 (EST)

I'd say 5. If not that then 3. [[User:Poweredconvoy|poweredconvoy]] ([[User talk:Poweredconvoy|talk]]) 10:41, 11 December 2015 (EST)

2. --[[User:Xaaron|Xaaron]] ([[User talk:Xaaron|talk]]) 12:21, 11 December 2015 (EST)

Option 3. --[[User:BraveMax|BraveMax]] ([[User talk:BraveMax|talk]]) 20:07, 11 December 2015 (EST)

==Sandbox?==
I think a sandbox might be in order. We can debate theoretical solutions all day, but until we get something solid and concrete, I don't think this debate is going to get anywhere. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 13:49, 11 December 2015 (EST)

I've attempted to make a short stub article [[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|here]]; what do you guys think? It's really short because we don't have much about Grand Galvatron in terms of the combiner yet, so it's denoted as a stub article for now. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:18, 11 December 2015 (EST)

I like it. When the toys actually come out, they might include some pack-in material we can use to beef up the article a bit. Even if they don't, I think having ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron on a page of his own will allow for more a complete and informative write-up. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 15:49, 11 December 2015 (EST)
:Plus it's consistent with how we handle other same-name characters, as well. The only potentially damning argument I could find is that we don't lump Galvatron's article with Megatron's; but even then, that's because they're two totally different entities, much like the two Grand Galvatrons seem to be. The name is most likely just an homage. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:56, 11 December 2015 (EST)
::Yeah, I think the name's just a sort of homage. I think the best comparison would be [[Metroplex (Cybertron)|''Cybertron'' Metroplex]], in that, while they have some surface similarities, It becomes clear that they're not the same guy if you look a little closer. (I put all the sandbox talk under a new section. Since we're not just voting anymore, it wouldn't make much sense to keep it under a section called "vote." Hope nobody minds) -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 18:57, 11 December 2015 (EST)

Talk:Grand Galvatron

2015-12-12T01:07:01Z

BraveMax: /* Vote */

I don't agree with putting the combiner on this page; they don't really share anything other than the name, and I GUESS the fact that they're both bigger bodies for Galvatron. It deserves to be two separate pages; [[Grand Galvatron (UW)]] and [[Grand Galvatron (Headmasters)]], I guess...? --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 10:09, 9 December 2015 (EST)

I agree with the above, but I wonder whether it could go on [[Galvatronus]]' page. By this wiki's standards, is it the English name for Takara's guy, or are the limbs and deco enough to seperate them? [[User:Sky Shadow|Sky Shadow]] ([[User talk:Sky Shadow|talk]]) 10:14, 9 December 2015 (EST)

Isn't it a little early to be making this kind of determination? --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 12:18, 9 December 2015 (EST)

:It definitely wouldn't be Galvatronus, the whole identity is different. I could see the logic in deleting this and replacing it with appropriate descriptors/links on Galvatron (G1) - but by that logic, why wouldn't Grand Galvatron be entirely merged into Galvatron (G1)? We don't have a separate page for Super Megatron. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 14:23, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:: I think the reason we don't merge this into G1 Galvatron's page is because this is technically it's own entitry from him. But yeah, I say we move this page to "Grand Galvatron (G1)", and the combiner Grand Galvatron can go to "Grand Galvatron (UW)" or something along those lines. That seems like a good-enough compromise to me. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:38, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::This article is specifically about the hypothetical body conceived in Headmasters. Unite Warriors Grand Galvatron is just Galvatron hijacking Cyclonus's body. Character continuity. KISS. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 15:41, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::So should we maybe move the UW toy to Galvatron's page, then, if we don't create a new article for it? It is technically Galvatron's combiner, even if he's using Cyclonus as a proxy. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:45, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::::It's already on Galvatron's toy page. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 15:50, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::::So all we'd really need to do is just get rid of it's mention on this page, because UW Grand Galvatron is obviously not the same as Headmasters Grand Galvatron. That's basically the best option to satisfy all parties. May as well just do it myself, then, if we have some amount of consensus. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:59, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::It's seems kind of bizarre to me to insist that this Grand Galvatron upgrade has to go on a different page than the other Grand Galvatron upgrade. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 16:00, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::The thing is they're basically only being put on the same page because they have the same name; otherwise, they're totally different. Putting them both on just the one page is kind of like putting G1 Roller and IDW Roller on the same page just because they're both named Roller; that's basically the only similarity they have. Same logic applies here; they only share a name. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 16:05, 9 December 2015 (EST)
So, um, put it to a vote, maybe? Put the combiner on Grand Galvatron's page OR make a new page for the combiner OR have the combiner only on Galvatron's toy page. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 17:23, 9 December 2015 (EST)

Let's not turn this into another Ulchtar, guys. Way I see it, there's a couple of ways to look at this.
:1) Redirect this page to Galvatron. We don't have separate pages for "Super Ginrai" or "Burning Megatron". The only real logical counter to this is that we don't know if this combiner is controlled by Galvatron's consciousness, or if it has it's own unique, merged mind that would justify it as its own character (ie: the reason we split Optimus Maximus from Optimus Prime).
:2) Rework this a page just a little to make it about concept of "a super-mode Galvatron", rather than one specific version, and deal with both of them on here.
:3) Separate 'em.
-[[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 17:42, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::I'm gonna throw in for #1 myself. The ambiguity on the UW figure isn't really enough split-page justification. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 17:49, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::Honestly? Since Galvatronus has his own article, Grand Galvatron should probably get his own, too. They're counterparts for each other, essentially; just one has dedicated limbs and the other doesn't. Though then we don't have a page for Predacus yet either, do we?

::From what I've seen from over on TFW2005, I think it's implied that at least Cyclonus himself is being controlled by Galvatron, but it seems to say nothing on the combiner having it's own mind. That sort of complicates this scenario, really; we don't know if it's Galvatron controlling Cyclonus ''and'' Grand Galvatron or if Grand Galvatron is a different conciousness than Galvatron himself. Judging by how the other combiners operate, I'm assuming that Grand Galvatron might be a unique entity from the original, but again no fiction to firmly place it. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 17:56, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::I vote for #3; Thunder Mayhem got his own page, and that's the same concept, IIRC. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 18:16, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::I think 2 is the smartest choice. They called him Grand Galvatron for a reason, it's silly and pedantic for us to second-guess that. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 19:11, 9 December 2015 (EST)
::::Well, yes, they named him that as a homage; it's still a different enough concept that I think it'd be disingenuous to put them both on the same page. We don't have Optimus Maximus the battle station and Optimus Maximus the combiner on the same page. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 05:31, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::I feel like number 1 has maximum consistency with the rest of the wiki, though I would accept number 2 as well. I see no reason to create separate pages beyond being different in an entirely arbitrary way. -- [[User:Dark T Zeratul|Dark T Zeratul]] ([[User talk:Dark T Zeratul|talk]]) 19:22, 9 December 2015 (EST)
:::::"Entirely arbitrary"? One Grand Galvatron's a combiner made of four dead Decepticons and a posessed Cyclonus and the other is an imaginary planet-sized version of Galvatron; they are ''not'' arbitrarily different. Either we split the two Grand Galvatrons or we just merge this whole article into the G1 Galvatron article. Lumping a combiner with a planetformer just because they use the same name is ridiculous, really. It'd be like lumping RiD Hot Shot with Armada Hot Shot just because they both have the name Hot Shot; outside of name, the two entities are ''entirely'' dissimilar to one another.

:::::I'm not saying we can't merge Grand Galvatron from Headmasters into the G1 Galvatron article, but putting UW Grand Galvatron in that same lump is problematic, as Grand Galvatron is ''not'' entirely Galvatron; he's also Cyclonus, Starscream, Breakdown and Roller, as well. He's basically his own distinct character in essense; even if Galvatron's technically the core of him, since combiners always are distinct individuals unless we're talking Energon-style combiners. We don't lump the other combiners into their team leaders' articles, and I see no reason as of now to break the mold now unless definitive proof that UW Grand Galvatron is merely a superbody for G1 Galvatron arises. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 20:00, 9 December 2015 (EST)

For reference, there's reasonably good translations of the bios [http://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/121219-unite-warriors-grand-galvatron-revealed-update-127-all-is-revealed-pg21/?p=3097663 here]. The gist does indeed seem to be that Grand Galvatron is Galvatron using five other guys as his body. On that basis, I'd say merge. It's not like we have a separate article for, say, Starscream-using-Waspinator's-body. [[User:Jalaguy|Jalaguy]] ([[User talk:Jalaguy|talk]]) 06:32, 10 December 2015 (EST)

:I agree. It sounds like Galvatron is using these guys as an extension of his will, and I definitely think we should merge both the ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron and the ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron onto the Galvatron (G1) page. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 07:42, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:I don't agree, but it sounds a hell of a lot better than keeping two hugely different concepts on the same page on the basis of a shared name. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 08:07, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::The concepts really aren't as different as you're making them sound. Both are powered-up Galvatron forms accomplished by combining the bodies of his followers with his own. It's easy to forget that was a big part of the ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron 'cause... well, ''look'' at it - but it was. They're not ''identical'' no, but it'd be a very mild retool to the page as-is to encompass both. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 08:19, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::...Eh, I guess I'd forgotten that, yes. I'd still vote for page splitting, but now I understand where you're coming from, I suppose? --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 08:24, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::What does this mean for Roller? Is he [[Wheeljack (Armada)|a turncoat who changed sides mistakenly believing his friend had left him to die]]? Certain parts of the bio seem to point that way... but on the other hand, it ''does'' say that his memory is patchy. To make matters worse, the bio mentions "wandering the space between dimensions", which might mean that this Roller is a different Roller from the G1 Roller. So, my question is: what page does the "Wanderer Roller" belong on? -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 08:50, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::There's nothing that indicates that it isn't a version of IDW Roller. Let's not make this more complicated than it needs to be. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 09:06, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::Er, yes, it obviously goes on the IDW Roller page. It might not be literally the exactly same Roller who appears in the pages of MTMTE (because the bio has nothing to do with Roberts's plans for the character), but it's absolutely a version of him. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 09:08, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::Oh, my bad. The whole [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generations|Minimus Ambus/Alpha Trion thing]] left me under the impression that Japan didn't get MTMTE. Turns out I was wrong. In that case, I have no problem placing this Roller on the Roller (IDW) page. Sorry for the confusion -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 09:19, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::Two giant Galvatron upgrades with the same name, each made of the dead bodies of his troops, is enough for me. I think either the toy stays on this page, or everything on this page gets merged into Galv G1. I do not see either Grand Galvatron as being distinct enough to warrant NOT having them in the same place, whatever that may be. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 11:47, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::That's my take, as well. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 12:58, 10 December 2015 (EST)

: The post itself says the bios are very messily translated, so it's entirely possible that there might be some mistakes. And quoting the full bio;
"Emperor of Destruction Galvatron's loyal Air Staff Officer. Transforms into a Sci-Fi jet. Receiving a revelation from the dead -Galvatron, Cyclonus takes Galvatron's spirit into his body and reformats himself into a new combination-capable "scramble body". Using the power of the Interstellar Emperor Unicron, Cyclonus summons from other dimensions warriors bearing strong malice and evil power. Using the combined energy of their malice, they seek Galvatron's complete resurrection!"
:This, allowing for translation error, seems more like Cyclonus is still controlling the gestalt, but Galvatron allows him the ability to combine at all and Unicron gives him the limbs, all in the name of giving Galvatron a new body. So in any case it seems like Cyclonus is the core still; just that Galvatron's spirit gives him the ability to combine.

:This seems like an Optimal Optimus situation, honestly; we lump Optimal Optimus in with Optimus Primal, even though technically Optimal Optimus is ''both'' G1 Prime and Optimus Primal in the same body; Primal is the core body, so that's where it goes. So I guess we could always lump UW Grand Galvatron in with Cyclonus' article. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 10:48, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::If anything, I'd say the idea that Cyclonus and these other undead 'bots merging themselves into order to resurrect Galvatron lend more credence to the idea that the combiner has Galvatron's consciousness than anything else. And I have to say I don't agree with that comparison to, or reading of, Optimal Optimus at all.- [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 11:23, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::What I was referring to by saying Optimal Optimus is both G1 Prime and Primal is that he was created when Optimus Primal took in the Spark of G1 Prime, therefore making him essentially both G1 Prime and Optimus Primal at the same time; though then that would mean we'd need to put the OptimOp toy on G1 Prime's toys page, as well. Just as how Grand Galvatron is both Galvatron and Cyclonus at the same time; where Galvatron lends his power to Cyclonus to allow for him to combine. So it's similar in that it's two Sparks sharing a body, with one giving the other something new (combination for Cyclonus, a new body for Primal). [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 11:31, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::That's not how it works, MaximalBroadjaw. Optimus Prime's spark only served as a mutating agent for Optimus Primal's body. Prime never woke up to control anything. Though highly different they may be, both ''Headmasters'' and ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron are instances of Galvatron functioning as the controller of a body made from other things. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 12:53, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::Optimal Optimus is created because of the two sparks being placed in the same body, yes; but Primal never uses Prime's catchphrase at any point ''outside'' of this one episode, and his deepened voice also dissapears after Prime's spark gets put back in his body. I'm not saying they were explicitly fused in any matter, but they were sharing the same body and Primal basically grows to be the size of Optimus Prime when the Optimal body is created.

:::::The only way the implication of a shared body would be more obvious is if they actually made it so we had both voices reading the same lines.

:::::Grand Galvatron the combiner and Grand Galvatron the planetformer have nothing to do with each other outside of name. We don't merge [[Wheeljack (Armada)|Armada Wheeljack]] with [[Downshift (Energon)|Energon Downshift]] just because they're both named Wheeljack in Japan, so we definitely shouldn't merge Headmasters Grand Galvatron and UW Grand Galvatron on that basis alone; the name is a homage, and that's all it is. At ''best'', I say we should maybe just sink the combiner into the Cyclonus article and the planetformer into the Galvatron article. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 13:12, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::Putting the combiner into Cyclonus's article is literally the worst suggestion in this entire discussion, so no, we don't be doing that. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 13:14, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::It's better than placing the two completely disparate ideas (Galvatron-possessed Cyclonus using limbs collected by Unicron should not be in the same article as a hypothetical Galvatron super-body inspired by Unicron, IMO) in the same article just for sharing a name and having dead people make them up in common. Since it seems, for all intents, that the Galvatron and Cyclonus here are G1 cartoon continuity, the merging of the combiner made of ''the'' G1 cartoon Cyclonus, albeit controlled by Galvatron, with the article of a hypothetical super-body for G1 Galvatron doesn't make sense. Names alone shouldn't dictate how we merge articles unless explicitly canonized as the same by a source. This toy makes much more sense on either Galvatron and Cyclonus' page or it's own article than it does here, where the only thing linking it to the original subject is the name.

::::::::We should be as informative and accurate as possible even in spite of being lax for an encyclopedia, and in that case I would support either spliting the combiner into it's own article (ala [[Optimus Maximus (G1)|Optimus Maximus]] and [[Galvatronus]]) or merging it with either Cyclonus or Galvatron's articles. Reworking this article is a compromise I can accept, though. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 13:30, 10 December 2015 (EST)

:::::::::This is off-topic, but [[Wheeljack (Armada)|''Armada'' Wheeljack]] is actually called "Rampage" in Japan. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 13:50, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::::Oh, right. Oops. :p This is what I get for not checking up on UT fiction very often. :p [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 13:53, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::Just to chime in here... I wrote those translations, and the original specifically says Cyclonus is "possessed by Galvatron's spirit" ("ガルバトロンの霊体を憑依された"). This is definitely Galvatron, operating through Cyclonus (who willfully allowed himself to be possessed). I vote this either goes on G1 Galvatron's page, or the combiner gets a separate page to himself (as most combiners do). G1 Grand Galvatron should be on G1 Galvatron's page regardless, IMHO. I find the assumption that this is IDW Roller more objectionable - it's clear that this Roller doesn't line up with the future plans for IDW Roller, which would mean that he's Roller from a continuity similar to, but distinct from, IDW. In those circumstances, wouldn't we normally create a separate page?--[[User:BraveMax|BraveMax]] ([[User talk:BraveMax|talk]]) 15:28, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::::This is a good compromise, IMO; the combiner gets his own page while the hypothetical body gets merged. As for Roller, I'm not sure. I know we've made articles for toy-only characters before, but the bio seems to indicate that it's IDW Roller, or at least a quantum duplicate of him. So I still think he should be under IDW Roller, at least until further notice. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:37, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::::I'd say that this Roller is meant to be the same as IDW Roller in the sense that Sunbow Shockwave ane sd Marvel Shockwave are "the same". --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 15:40, 10 December 2015 (EST)

(Resetting indents to preserve sanity) I think we should merge ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron with [[Galvatron (G1)]], and keep ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron on a separate page. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 18:02, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:Okay, actually, I changed my mind again; I reject any plan that involves Headmasters Grand Galvatron not having its own page. Because... look at it. I can't think of anything that deserves its own page even at the expense of consistency more. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 18:26, 10 December 2015 (EST) [this comment is only half serious]

I would think the combiner entity would get his own page and not just be a subsection of [[Galvatron (G1)]], citing the precedent followed in [[Mega-Octane]]/[[Ruination (RID)]]. Both setups involve the components of the combiner ceding agency to a central figure, and yet Ruination isn't just a portion of Mega-Octane's page. --[[User:ItsWalky|ItsWalky]] ([[User talk:ItsWalky|talk]]) 18:55, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::[[Ruination (RID)]] was controlled entirely by Mega-Octane? *checks wiki* Huh. I never knew that. Well in that case, I agree that ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron should have his own page. (I already thought he should anyway, but the fact that there's an established precedent for it is nice to know.) -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 19:06, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::Can't argue with that. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 20:06, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::: So far, it seems that pretty much everyone is in favor of ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron having an article of his own, separate from both ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron and Galvatron (G1). So I guess all we have to do now is figure whether we want ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron to have an a separate article as well, or if we'd rather just merge him with Galvatron (G1). Thoughts? -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 20:29, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::I think it's good that we're mostly coalescing behind the position of not putting UW Grand Galvatron on a page with Cyclonus or Galvatron, but I think there's still a strong case to be made for keeping him on the same page with HM Grand Galvatron. The argument is straightforward and powerful: same concept, same name, same character. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 20:35, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::::: Is ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron really the same character as ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron, or a similar alternate universe counterpart? After all, ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron has limb components that come from various different continuities. Is there any definitive proof that the Galvatron whose spirit possesses Cyclonus is the same one as the guy from ''Headmasters''? If I remember correctly, Galvatron didn't so much ''die'' in ''The emperor of destruction vanishes on an iceberg'' as just get stuck in the ice. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 20:49, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::I think what Giggidy means, something which I agree with, is that the two Grand Galvatrons are the same character archetypes, like cartoon, Marvel, and IDW G1 Optimus Prime. He doesn't mean they have to be the exact same individual character from the exact same universe. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 20:56, 10 December 2015 (EST)

:::::::Ah, my bad. Sorry for the confusion. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 21:05, 10 December 2015 (EST)

::::::::With that in mind however, I don't think "same character archetype" is enough reason to keep two characters on the same page. [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Almost]] all of the Optimus Primes, Megatrons and Bumblebees and so forth are the same character archetype, and we don't keep ''them'' together in the same article. Why should we do that in this case? -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 21:14, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:::::::::In case you haven't noticed all over this wiki, that's not how the wiki operates. We classify G1 Optimus Prime, UT Optimus Prime, and Movie Optimus Prime as different archetypes. We are well aware that names alone don't make two individuals the same character archetype. Those of us in favor of putting ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron on this page see him and ''Headmasters'' Grand Galvatron as being sufficiently similar like Marvel G1 and G1 cartoon Optimus Prime. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 21:25, 10 December 2015 (EST)
::::::::::::Yeah, that's the long and short of it. If we can same-page all of the G1 origins of, say, Grimlock or Trypticon or the Constructicons, the Grand Galvatrons aren't much of a leap in my opinion. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 22:10, 10 December 2015 (EST)

(Resetting indents) Alright, that's fair. My example was a pretty bad one. I think I finally understand your point, though. You're saying that the Grand Galvatrons from ''Unite Warriors'' and ''Headmasters'', though not identical, are similar enough to share a page. Have I got that right?

I think that while the two ''could'' be made to share a page, they might be better off on separate articles. I can't put together a sandbox to save my life; perhaps if someone could make one to give a rough idea of what a page shared between the two Grand Galvatrons might look like, we can discuss whether or not that's what we want to do. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 21:49, 10 December 2015 (EST)

==Vote==
This is a really interesting conversation and it can stay interesting for a long long time. I think we need to get a clear feel of the room:
* '''Option 1''' - Both Grand Galvatrons move to Galvatron (G1)
* '''Option 2''' - Both Grand Galvatrons stay on this page (perhaps with rewrites)
* '''Option 3''' - Headmasters Grand Galv goes to Galv G1; UW Grand Galv gets its own page
* '''Option 4''' - UW Grand Galv goes to GalvG1; Headmasters Grand Galv gets its own page
* '''Option 5''' - Each of the Grand Galvs get their own, separate page

I vote for #2. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 22:19, 10 December 2015 (EST)
:I'm with 2. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 22:26, 10 December 2015 (EST)

I prefer number 5, but I think that number 2 could work as an acceptable compromise. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 22:36, 10 December 2015 (EST)

2.--[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 23:01, 10 December 2015 (EST)

I'm fine with either Options 3 or 5, honestly. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 23:46, 10 December 2015 (EST)
: I don't care whether the Grand Galvatrons share a page, but I absolutely don't think either should be on Galvatron's. --[[User:ItsWalky|ItsWalky]] ([[User talk:ItsWalky|talk]]) 00:30, 11 December 2015 (EST)
5. I'd accept 2 with a good enough rewrite. --[[User:Riptide|Riptide]] ([[User talk:Riptide|talk]]) 06:40, 11 December 2015 (EST)

The more I think this over, the more option 2 sound like the best choice. <s>My only concern is this: How would the opening bio paragraph be handled, and what his main pic be? If somebody can enlighten me as to what we can expect from a properly merged version of this page, I'll gladly throw myself behind number 2.</s> EDIT: Bio shouldn't be hard. ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron doesn't have any official art, so that might make the main pic tricky, but it shouldn't be too much of a problem. I'm officially changing my vote to 2.-[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 08:30, 11 December 2015 (EST)

From most to least preferred: 2, 1, 4, 3, 5. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 09:07, 11 December 2015 (EST)

3. I can see the argument for keeping UW separate with the various other J-combiners who are more-or-less "central guy is still predominant force". But I really don't see how HM Galvatron gobbling up Earth and ''permanently'' cannibalizing '''''parts''''' from other robots to become a (doofy-looking) Unicronian planet-bot is the "same concept" as a combiner made up of a robot possessed by the spirit of Galvatron who combines with some other varying deadish bots who retain their individual bodies and identities. Frankly, the HM "Grand Galvatron" page is a relic of a less self-referential time in TFs, when it wasn't jerking itself off so much so that job fell to, well, us, so we get a ha-ha page. It really ought to be merged into Galv's page. It's just Galv with more mass. A ''lot'' more mass, yes. UW GrandGalv is just making a reference for yuks. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 10:09, 11 December 2015 (EST)

2 is what I'd prefer. It's two separate takes on a similar concept (Galvatron incorporating dead Decepticon warriors into his system to make himself more powerful), both of which share the same name, so they seem worthy of sharing an article. Obviously with rewrites to provide context. --[[User:DrSpengler|DrSpengler]] ([[User talk:DrSpengler|talk]]) 10:27, 11 December 2015 (EST)

I'd say 5. If not that then 3. [[User:Poweredconvoy|poweredconvoy]] ([[User talk:Poweredconvoy|talk]]) 10:41, 11 December 2015 (EST)

2. --[[User:Xaaron|Xaaron]] ([[User talk:Xaaron|talk]]) 12:21, 11 December 2015 (EST)

Options 3. --[[User:BraveMax|BraveMax]] ([[User talk:BraveMax|talk]]) 20:07, 11 December 2015 (EST)

==Sandbox?==
I think a sandbox might be in order. We can debate theoretical solutions all day, but until we get something solid and concrete, I don't think this debate is going to get anywhere. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 13:49, 11 December 2015 (EST)

I've attempted to make a short stub article [[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|here]]; what do you guys think? It's really short because we don't have much about Grand Galvatron in terms of the combiner yet, so it's denoted as a stub article for now. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:18, 11 December 2015 (EST)

I like it. When the toys actually come out, they might include some pack-in material we can use to beef up the article a bit. Even if they don't, I think having ''Unite Warriors'' Grand Galvatron on a page of his own will allow for more a complete and informative write-up. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 15:49, 11 December 2015 (EST)
:Plus it's consistent with how we handle other same-name characters, as well. The only potentially damning argument I could find is that we don't lump Galvatron's article with Megatron's; but even then, that's because they're two totally different entities, much like the two Grand Galvatrons seem to be. The name is most likely just an homage. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 15:56, 11 December 2015 (EST)
::Yeah, I think the name's just a sort of homage. I think the best comparison would be [[Metroplex (Cybertron)|''Cybertron'' Metroplex]], in that, while they have some surface similarities, It becomes clear that they're not the same guy if you look a little closer. (I put all the sandbox talk under a new section. Since we're not just voting anymore, it wouldn't make much sense to keep it under a section called "vote." Hope nobody minds) -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 18:57, 11 December 2015 (EST)

Talk:Grand Galvatron

2015-12-10T20:33:31Z

BraveMax:

Talk:Grand Galvatron

2015-12-10T20:28:30Z

BraveMax:

Grand Galvatron

2015-12-10T20:01:45Z

BraveMax: /* Unite Warriors */

:''Grand Galvatron is a hypothetical body from the [[Transformers: The Headmasters (franchise)|Headmasters]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[Image:Grandgalvatron.jpg|right|250px|thumb|AH ONCE ET A BABEH!]]

'''Grand Galvatron''' (グランドガルバトロン ''Gurando Garubatoron'') is the pinnacle of [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]'s lust for universal domination. Inspired by his once-master, [[Unicron]], Grand Galvatron would have been a massive, planet-sized, sentient war machine forged from the planet [[Earth]] as well as the corpses of the most elite warriors within the [[Decepticon]] ranks.

Goofy-looking, though.

{{bigquote|His plan is terrible.|[[Punch (G1)|Punch]]|"[[The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg]]"}}

==Fiction==
===''The Headmasters'' cartoon===
After surviving the destruction of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] and reclaiming leadership of the Decepticons, Galvatron sent his forces on a campaign to plunder energy all across the galaxy. His true schemes remained a mystery to all those around him, but eventually [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] realised that he planned to incorporate the Earth into his system.

Eventually, Galvatron revealed to his most trusted warrior, [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]], that he intended to use the energy to turn [[Earth]] into his new Unicron-sized body and become Grand Galvatron. He also revealed to Sixshot that such a body would require parts from his most powerful and skilled warriors, Sixshot included. This didn't sit well with Sixshot (gee, wonder why), who betrayed Galvatron and left him to battle the [[Autobot]] [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmasters]] alone. Galvatron lost the battle and was buried alive beneath an iceberg by the Headmasters' [[Head Formation]]. His dreams of becoming Grand Galvatron were never fulfilled. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}}

===Ask Vector Prime===
The Galvatron of [[Primax 185.0 Beta]] planned to transplant his own [[spark]] into Cybertron itself in order to become Grand Galvatron and defeat the [[Quintesson]] forces opposing him in his quest for universal domination. However, his spark was destroyed by [[Ratchet (G1)|The Autobot]] and the [[Dreadnok]]s as it was being transferred. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}}

==Toys==
===Unite Warriors===
[[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW06-Grand-Galvatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You chose WHO as your right-hand man?]]
*'''Grand Galvatron''' ([[April 30|04-30-]]2016)
**''ID number:'' '''UW-06'''
Grand Galvatron is supposed to represent the deceased Galvatron's foul spirit having possessed [[Cyclonus_(G1)/toys#Unite Warriors|Cyclonus]], and then building a new body for himself out of dead troops reanimated through malice and hate. The limbs of his new body are composed of [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#Unite_Warriors|Ghost Starscream]], [[Thrust_(Armada)#Unite_Warriors|Curse Armada Thrust]], [[Breakdown_(WFC)#Unite_Warriors|Zombie War Breakdown]], and [[Roller_(IDW)#Unite_Warriors|Wandering Roller]]. The deco of Cyclonus' torso mode more closely adheres to the appearance of the original Galvatron toy.

''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Grand Galvatron was released as a [[TakaraTomy Mall]] exclusive, rather than as a retail release.
{{comingsoontoy}}
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==Merchandise==
===Brave-Goukin===
*'''Excel Suit''' (<s>2014</s>)
[[File:Cm-corps-exo-suit-grand-galvatron.jpeg|right|200px|thumb|No, more like ''Grande'' Galvatron.]]
:A tiny Grand Galvatron figurine was to be included with [[CM's Corporation]]'s ''Brave-Goukin'' [[Exosuit]] toy. It was displayed in unpainted [[prototype]] form at various conventions, but the whole set went unreleased due to CM's Corporation's bankruptcy.

{{canceledtoy}}

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==Notes==
* In the [[Omni Productions]] dub, while showing his plans to Sixshot, Galvatron proudly proclaims, "This is [[Unicorn]]!" Sixshot reacts with a hilariously exaggerated "Whoaaaa!" Apparently, a member of the dubbing team found out about [[Unicron]] and tried (unsuccessfully) to tie the two concepts together.

===Foreign names===
*''English:'' '''Unicorn''' ([[Omni Productions]] dub)

[[Category:Combined forms]]
[[Category:The Headmasters]]
[[Category:Unite Warriors]]

Ganoh

2015-04-28T22:21:29Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Ganoh is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Ganoh.jpg|thumb|400px|His post-Violent Femmes work has a strong Japanese influence.]]

'''Ganoh''' (ガンオウ ''Gan'ō'') is everybody's little brother. The youngest member of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]], he nonetheless has incredible strength and a surprising facility with his double-headed drill staff. Although his exuberance often leads [[Kenzan]] and [[Jinbu]] to scold him more harshly than they probably intend, the three share a genuine bond of affection, and Ganoh in particular is more often than not the group's moral compass.

He can combine with Kenzan and Jinbu in various configurations. With Ganoh as the top, the combined form is '''GoGanoh''' (ゴウガンオウ ''Gōgan'ō''). His [[Mini-Con]] partner is [[Gan]].

{{bigquote|I am Ganoh of the Fire-Fighting Assault Style! When it comes to power, I am number one!|Ganoh|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Hiroki Yasumoto]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:TFGoSamurai1 Ganoh vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|300px]]
The Swordbot Samurai Team were woken from their slumber by [[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami Tatewaki]] when [[Budora]] and [[Gaidora]] tried to obtain the [[Legendisc]] he was protecting. Confronted by the [[Jaki]] which the two Predacons summoned, the team switched through their various combinations includeing GoGanoh, culminating in them using their GoKenzan form to finish off [[Goradora]]. On striking the two Predacons, the Autobots and Isami found themselves briefly transported back in time where they saw two armies carrying Legendiscs. On their return to present day, Kenzan invited Isami to help them fight the Decepticons, and they discovered that Isami's friend [[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] had also encountered the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team]]. {{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}}

The Swordbots built an underground base beneath Isami's dojo, in which [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] briefed the team and their friend on what was known about the Legendiscs. Sometime later, history started changing, and Isami's Legendisc transported the team back in time again. In the past they encountered [[Musashi Miyamoto]] whose Legendisc had been stolen by the Predacons, and the Swordbots helped him get it back by fighting the Jaki in their GoJinbu form. Isami and the Swordbots were returned to present day, though without the disc. {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}

[[File:TFGoSamurai3 GoGanoh.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
On another occasion Isami and the Autobot team went back in time and encountered [[Ryōma Sakamoto]]. On that occasion, they battled the Jaki in their GoGanoh form, however they again returned to the future emptyhanded. {{storylink|The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?}} Isami was discouraged, but Kenzan gave him a pep talk to try and bolster his spirits. They again headed to the past, this time helping [[Benkei Musashibō]] fight off the Predacons in their GoKenzan form, and again returned to present day without the Legendisc. {{storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

On their next jaunt into the past, Isami managed to obtain the Legendisc, only to be confronted by [[Gaidora]], [[Judora]] and the awakened [[Dragotron]] on their return to present day. Though they were no match for Dragotron, even in their GoKenzan form, the team was soon joined by Optimus Exprime. {{storylink|Depart! Optimus Exprime!}} The Predacons abducted Isami, and the Samurai Team merged into GoJinbu to give chase. They arrived at [[Mount Fuji]] to find the Shinobi Team was also there as Tobio had also been kidnapped. Imbued with the power of all five Legendiscs, Dragotron proved impossible to beat, however Tobio and Isami managed to demerge from him. The two boys had duplicated the power of the Legendiscs, and used it to allow Optimus and the two teams to merge into DaiKenzan. This provided them with enough power to defeat Dragotron and seal the Predacons away once more. {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!}} {{storylink|Discover! The Legendiscs!}} {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!}}}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
[[File:GoGanohToy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|The less-evil, more-Japanese Sentinel Prime]]
*'''Ganoh''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G03'''
**''Accessories:'' "Drill Ladder" weapon, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Ganoh is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a boxy crash-style firetruck into a robot resembling a ''[[Wikipedia:Sōhei|sōhei]]'' or warrior monk. He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. His primary weapon is a large, rubbery, folding drill-tipped staff which he can wield (via [[5mm post]]) in a number of ways, none of which really convey "wielding a staff". It forms his vehicle mode's ladder and foam sprayer. Ganoh is notable for having by far the most convincing torso of his team.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoGanoh form to form the super-robot's head. It can also attach to the front of his truck mode, or be used by the robot as either a backpack or an incredibly terrible-looking double-barreled hand-held... thing.

:In GoGanoh form, Ganoh's kabuto activates phrases from his voice actor in Kenzan's electronics, and switches the multi-colored LED display to red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets. In GoGanoh's case, he can't actually ''hold'' the combined cannon due to neither of the available pegs on the cannon being able to reach his sunken combined-mode fists. Fortunately, his combined-mode forearms have peg-holes on the sides to accommodate the cannon.

:Upon his initial release, Ganoh included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Gan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/ToyDB_Info.php&Toy_ID=4906&Sprache=0 More information on Ganoh at Transformers-Universe.com]''

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===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Ganoh.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Ganoh is a [[redeco]] of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Sentinel Prime (BS)#Bot Shots|Sentinel Prime]] with [[Brawl (BS)#Bot Shots|Brawl]]'s chest and head. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] firetruck with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his spear, and the Japanese character 巌 (''gan''). He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Kenzan#BeCool|Kenzan]] and [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The ''gan'' in the name "Ganoh" may be derived from 巌, meaning "crag" or "rock". "Oh" (''ō'') could come from 合う, which means "to merge", or 王, which means "ruler".

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Jinbu

2015-04-28T22:18:59Z

BraveMax:

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Jinbu is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Jinbu.jpg|thumb|400px|]]

'''Jinbu''' (ジンブ) is the aerial combat specialist of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. His relationship with [[Kenzan]] is complex; although the younger Swordbot is Jinbu's commander, the two are fierce, but respectful, rivals. Some of this competitiveness is the result of Jinbu overplaying his role as Kenzan's "big brother", sometimes coming off as too harsh while trying to bring out the best in him.

He can combine with Kenzan and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Jinbu as the top, the combined form is '''GoJinbu''' (ゴウジンブ ''Gōjinbu''). His [[Mini-Con]] partner is [[Jin]].

{{bigquote|I am Jinbu, of the High-Flying Long-Blade Style! My speed has no equal!|Jinbu|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kōsuke Toriumi]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:TFGoSamurai2 Jinbu jet mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Go! has no shortage of shots of the underside of Jinbu's jet mode, robot kibble included.]]
The Swordbot Samurai Team were woken from their slumber by [[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami Tatewaki]] when [[Budora]] and [[Gaidora]] tried to obtain the [[Legendisc]] he was protecting. Confronted by the [[Jaki]] which the two Predacons summoned, the team switched through their various combinations including GoJinbu, culminating in them using their GoKenzan form to finish off [[Goradora]]. On striking the two Predacons, the Autobots and Isami found themselves briefly transported back in time where they saw two armies carrying Legendiscs. On their return to present day, Kenzan invited Isami to help them fight the Decepticons, and they discovered that Isami's friend [[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] had also encountered the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team]]. {{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}}

The Swordbots built an underground base beneath Isami's dojo, in which [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] briefed the team and their friend on what was known about the Legendiscs. When history began to change and buildings disappeared, Jinbu picked up Isami and rushed him to a location near [[Akihabara Station]], where Isami's Legendisc transported the team back in time again. In the past they encountered [[Musashi Miyamoto]] whose Legendisc had been stolen by the Predacons, and the Swordbots helped him get it back by fighting the Jaki in their GoJinbu form. Isami and the Swordbots were returned to present day, though without the disc. {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}

[[File:TFGoSamurai6 GoJinbu.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
On another occasion Isami and the Autobot team went back in time and encountered [[Ryōma Sakamoto]]. On that occasion, they battled the Jaki in their GoGanoh form, however they again returned to the future emptyhanded. {{storylink|The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?}} Isami was discouraged, but Kenzan gave him a pep talk to try and bolster his spirits. They again headed to the past, this time helping [[Benkei Musashibō]] fight off the Predacons in their GoKenzan form, and again returned to present day without the Legendisc. {{storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

On their next jaunt into the past, Isami managed to obtain the Legendisc, only to be confronted by [[Gaidora]], [[Judora]] and the awakened [[Dragotron]] on their return to present day. Though they were no match for Dragotron, even in their GoKenzan form, the team was soon joined by Optimus Exprime. {{storylink|Depart! Optimus Exprime!}} The Predacons abducted Isami, and the Samurai Team merged into GoJinbu to give chase. They arrived at [[Mount Fuji]] to find the Shinobi Team was also there as Tobio had also been kidnapped. Imbued with the power of all five Legendiscs, Dragotron proved impossible to beat, however Tobio and Isami managed to demerge from him. The two boys had duplicated the power of the Legendiscs, and used it to allow Optimus and the two teams to merge into DaiKenzan. This provided them with enough power to defeat Dragotron and seal the Predacons away once more. {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!}} {{storylink|Discover! The Legendiscs!}} {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!}}}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
[[File:GoJinbuToy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I'm a leg man. All leg.]]
*'''Jinbu''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G02'''
**''Accessories:'' "Mach Katana" naginata, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Jinbu is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a highly questionable swept-wing jet fighter into a samurai-styled robot. His head is designed to resemble a ''[[wikipedia:kabuto|kabuto]]'' helmet. He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has a large sword with a long handle that, while [[5mm post|5mm]] in diameter, is too long for anyone without fist-holes going all the way through their hands to wield. It is also extremely difficult to get both of his fists on the long, two-handed handle. Jinbu is conspicuously lacking a torso, with the cockpit on his chest and the upper parts of his combined-form limbs gamely trying to hide the emptiness of his body. He is also the only Swordbot to lack an Autobot symbol.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoJinbu form to form the super-robot's head. It can also be attached to the jet mode as a aerodynamics-destroying cannon, or used by the robot as a backpack or a terrible cannon-shield-thing.

:In GoJinbu form, Jinbu's kabuto activates phrases from his voice actor in Kenzan's electronics, and switches the multi-colored LED display to yellow. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:The initial release of Jinbu suffers from [[Misassembly|swapped thighs]], preventing him from bending his knees past 90 degrees, and from allowing his legs to be tabbed and secured properly in the "GoKenzan" combined mode.

:Upon his initial release, Jinbu included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Jin]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/ToyDB_Info.php&Toy_ID=4905&Sprache=0 More information on Jinbu at Transformers-Universe.com]''
{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Jinbu.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Jinbu is a [[redeco]] of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Starscream (BS)#Bot Shots|Starscream]] with [[Powerglide (BS)#Bot Shots|Powerglide]]'s chest and head. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] jet with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his nosecone is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the (implied) expression of his face, his sword, and the Japanese character 迅 (''jin''). He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Kenzan#BeCool|Kenzan]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The ''jin'' in the name "Jinbu" is probably derived from 迅, a character meaning "swift". ''Bu'' may come from 武, meaning "military" or "bravery".

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Kenzan

2015-04-28T22:16:40Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Kenzan is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Kenzan.jpg|thumb|400px|"Hiya, Barbie!" "Hi, Kenzan!" "Do you want to go for a ride?"]]

'''Kenzan''' (ケンザン) is the leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. Despite his relative youth, he takes himself and his role very seriously. That sense of responsibility, combined with his bravery and great martial skill, make him a fearsome warrior, but he is sometimes prone to recklessness. He values the training in swordsmanship he received from [[Go Prime]], and respects such skills in others.

He can combine with [[Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Kenzan as the top, '''GoKenzan''' (ゴウケンザン ''Gōkenzan'') is formed. After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] leader [[Gekisoumaru]]. With Kenzan forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiKenzan''' (ダイケンザン ''Daikenzan''). His [[Mini-Con]] partner is [[Zan]].

{{bigquote|I'm Kenzan, of the Emergency Double-Blade Style! I fight using the Samurai principles of Zan, Jin, and Gan! |Kenzan|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuyuki Okitsu]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:TFGoSamurai1 Kenzan vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
The Swordbot Samurai Team were woken from their slumber by [[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami Tatewaki]] when [[Budora]] and [[Gaidora]] tried to obtain the [[Legendisc]] he was protecting. Confronted by the [[Jaki]] which the two Predacons summoned, the team switched through their various combinations, culminating in them using their GoKenzan form to finish off [[Goradora]]. On striking the two Predacons, the Autobots and Isami found themselves briefly transported back in time where they saw two armies carrying Legendiscs. On their return to present day, Kenzan invited Isami to help them fight the Decepticons, and they discovered that Isami's friend [[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] had also encountered the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team]]. {{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}}

The Swordbots built an underground base beneath Isami's dojo which Kenzan showed off to the boy, before [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] briefed the team and their friend on what was known about the Legendiscs. Sometime later, history started changing causing buildings to disappear, and Isami's Legendisc transported the team back in time again. In the past they encountered [[Musashi Miyamoto]] whose Legendisc had been stolen by the Predacons, and the Swordbots helped him get it back by fighting the Jaki in their GoJinbu form. Isami and the Swordbots were returned to present day, though without the disc. {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}

[[File:TFGoSamurai4 GoKenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
On another occasion Isami and the Autobot team went back in time and encountered [[Ryōma Sakamoto]]. On that occasion, they battled the Jaki in their GoGanoh form, however they again returned to the future emptyhanded. {{storylink|The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?}} Isami was discouraged, but Kenzan gave him a pep talk to try and bolster his spirits. They again headed to the past, this time helping [[Benkei Musashibō]] fight off the Predacons in their GoKenzan form, and again returned to present day without the Legendisc. {{storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

On their next jaunt into the past, Isami managed to obtain the Legendisc, only to be confronted by [[Gaidora]], [[Judora]] and the awakened [[Dragotron]] on their return to present day. Though they were no match for Dragotron, even in their GoKenzan form, the team was soon joined by Optimus Exprime. {{storylink|Depart! Optimus Exprime!}} The Predacons abducted Isami, and the Samurai Team merged into GoJinbu to give chase. They arrived at [[Mount Fuji]] to find the Shinobi Team was also there as Tobio had also been kidnapped. Imbued with the power of all five Legendiscs, Dragotron proved impossible to beat, however Tobio and Isami managed to demerge from him. The two boys had duplicated the power of the Legendiscs, and used it to allow Optimus and the two teams to merge into DaiKenzan. This provided them with enough power to defeat Dragotron and seal the Predacons away once more. {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!}} {{storylink|Discover! The Legendiscs!}} {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!}}}}

===''Transformers Legends'' comic===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Legends Comic: Business Trip Edition Vol. 5}}}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
[[File:GoKenzanToy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I'm a samurai. A real one. Not like Drift.]]
*'''Kenzan''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two "Samurai Cross" swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Kenzan is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a Japanese-style police interceptor into a samurai-styled robot, even including a robotic [[wikipedia:Chonmage|chonmage]] topknot! He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has two swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held or stored on tabs on his backpack or shoulders. He also has essentially no lower torso, with his legs and ''kusazuri'' flap masquerading as his abdomen.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoKenzan form to form the super-robot's head. It can also transform into a large, ungainly double-barreled cannon which can attach to Kenzan's back or, via 5mm post, be held by the robot or mounted atop the police car.

:Kenzan features complex electronic lights and sounds. In vehicle mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his roof activates flashing lights and a repeating siren. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases (in Japanese, natch). The button's functionality changes when held down: in police car mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Samurai to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoKenzan's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoJinbu's with yellow, and GoGanoh's with red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable, but proportionally less ungainly blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:Upon his initial release, Kenzan included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Zan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/Kenzan/kenzan.htm More information on Kenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/GoKenzan/gokenzan.htm More information on GoKenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/DaiKenzan/daikenzan.htm More information on DaiKenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/ToyDB_Info.php&Toy_ID=4904&Sprache=0 More information on Kenzan at Transformers-Universe.com]''

{{-}}{{anchor|Kuromusha}}
[[File:Gotoy-KenzanKuromushaVer.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.2|]]
*'''Kenzan Kuromusha ver.''' ([[November 16|11-16]]-13)
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: "Kenzan Kuromusha ver." is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] [[Black repaint|black]]-and-gold [[redeco]] of Kenzan. "Kuromusha" ("黒武者") means "Black Warrior".

{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Kenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Kenzan is a redeco of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Prowl (BS)#Bot Shots|Prowl]] with [[Mirage (BS)#Bot Shots|Mirage]]'s hood and front bumper. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] police car with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his twin swords, and the Japanese character 斬 (''zan''). He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The ''zan'' in the name "Kenzan" is likely derived from 斬, meaning "beheading" or "kill". ''Ken'' probably comes from 剣, meaning "sword".

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Kenzan

2015-04-28T22:15:51Z

BraveMax: I concede the point about the BeCool toys, but that's a far cry from those kanji showing up officially associated with the names. At best, it suggests that it's LIKELY those kanji form part of the name.

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Kenzan is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Kenzan.jpg|thumb|400px|"Hiya, Barbie!" "Hi, Kenzan!" "Do you want to go for a ride?"]]

'''Kenzan''' (ケンザン) is the leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. Despite his relative youth, he takes himself and his role very seriously. That sense of responsibility, combined with his bravery and great martial skill, make him a fearsome warrior, but he is sometimes prone to recklessness. He values the training in swordsmanship he received from [[Go Prime]], and respects such skills in others.

He can combine with [[Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Kenzan as the top, '''GoKenzan''' (ゴウケンザン ''Gōkenzan'') is formed. After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] leader [[Gekisoumaru]]. With Kenzan forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiKenzan''' (ダイケンザン ''Daikenzan''). His [[Mini-Con]] partner is [[Zan]].

{{bigquote|I'm Kenzan, of the Emergency Double-Blade Style! I fight using the Samurai principles of Zan, Jin, and Gan! |Kenzan|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuyuki Okitsu]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:TFGoSamurai1 Kenzan vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
The Swordbot Samurai Team were woken from their slumber by [[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami Tatewaki]] when [[Budora]] and [[Gaidora]] tried to obtain the [[Legendisc]] he was protecting. Confronted by the [[Jaki]] which the two Predacons summoned, the team switched through their various combinations, culminating in them using their GoKenzan form to finish off [[Goradora]]. On striking the two Predacons, the Autobots and Isami found themselves briefly transported back in time where they saw two armies carrying Legendiscs. On their return to present day, Kenzan invited Isami to help them fight the Decepticons, and they discovered that Isami's friend [[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] had also encountered the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team]]. {{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}}

The Swordbots built an underground base beneath Isami's dojo which Kenzan showed off to the boy, before [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] briefed the team and their friend on what was known about the Legendiscs. Sometime later, history started changing causing buildings to disappear, and Isami's Legendisc transported the team back in time again. In the past they encountered [[Musashi Miyamoto]] whose Legendisc had been stolen by the Predacons, and the Swordbots helped him get it back by fighting the Jaki in their GoJinbu form. Isami and the Swordbots were returned to present day, though without the disc. {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}

[[File:TFGoSamurai4 GoKenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
On another occasion Isami and the Autobot team went back in time and encountered [[Ryōma Sakamoto]]. On that occasion, they battled the Jaki in their GoGanoh form, however they again returned to the future emptyhanded. {{storylink|The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?}} Isami was discouraged, but Kenzan gave him a pep talk to try and bolster his spirits. They again headed to the past, this time helping [[Benkei Musashibō]] fight off the Predacons in their GoKenzan form, and again returned to present day without the Legendisc. {{storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

On their next jaunt into the past, Isami managed to obtain the Legendisc, only to be confronted by [[Gaidora]], [[Judora]] and the awakened [[Dragotron]] on their return to present day. Though they were no match for Dragotron, even in their GoKenzan form, the team was soon joined by Optimus Exprime. {{storylink|Depart! Optimus Exprime!}} The Predacons abducted Isami, and the Samurai Team merged into GoJinbu to give chase. They arrived at [[Mount Fuji]] to find the Shinobi Team was also there as Tobio had also been kidnapped. Imbued with the power of all five Legendiscs, Dragotron proved impossible to beat, however Tobio and Isami managed to demerge from him. The two boys had duplicated the power of the Legendiscs, and used it to allow Optimus and the two teams to merge into DaiKenzan. This provided them with enough power to defeat Dragotron and seal the Predacons away once more. {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!}} {{storylink|Discover! The Legendiscs!}} {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!}}}}

===''Transformers Legends'' comic===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Legends Comic: Business Trip Edition Vol. 5}}}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
[[File:GoKenzanToy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I'm a samurai. A real one. Not like Drift.]]
*'''Kenzan''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two "Samurai Cross" swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Kenzan is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a Japanese-style police interceptor into a samurai-styled robot, even including a robotic [[wikipedia:Chonmage|chonmage]] topknot! He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has two swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held or stored on tabs on his backpack or shoulders. He also has essentially no lower torso, with his legs and ''kusazuri'' flap masquerading as his abdomen.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoKenzan form to form the super-robot's head. It can also transform into a large, ungainly double-barreled cannon which can attach to Kenzan's back or, via 5mm post, be held by the robot or mounted atop the police car.

:Kenzan features complex electronic lights and sounds. In vehicle mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his roof activates flashing lights and a repeating siren. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases (in Japanese, natch). The button's functionality changes when held down: in police car mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Samurai to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoKenzan's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoJinbu's with yellow, and GoGanoh's with red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable, but proportionally less ungainly blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:Upon his initial release, Kenzan included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Zan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/Kenzan/kenzan.htm More information on Kenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/GoKenzan/gokenzan.htm More information on GoKenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/DaiKenzan/daikenzan.htm More information on DaiKenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/ToyDB_Info.php&Toy_ID=4904&Sprache=0 More information on Kenzan at Transformers-Universe.com]''

{{-}}{{anchor|Kuromusha}}
[[File:Gotoy-KenzanKuromushaVer.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.2|]]
*'''Kenzan Kuromusha ver.''' ([[November 16|11-16]]-13)
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: "Kenzan Kuromusha ver." is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] [[Black repaint|black]]-and-gold [[redeco]] of Kenzan. "Kuromusha" ("黒武者") means "Black Warrior".

{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Kenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Kenzan is a redeco of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Prowl (BS)#Bot Shots|Prowl]] with [[Mirage (BS)#Bot Shots|Mirage]]'s hood and front bumper. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] police car with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his twin swords, and the Japanese character 斬 (''zan''). He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The ''zan'' in the name "Kenzan" is likely derived from 斬 (''zan''), meaning "beheading" or "kill". "Ken" probably comes from 剣 (''ken'', meaning "sword").

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Gekisoumaru

2015-04-28T22:06:28Z

BraveMax:

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Gekisoumaru is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[Image:Gekisoumaru.jpg|right|thumb|400px|Who's king of the jungle now?]]

'''Gekisoumaru''' (ゲキソウマル ''Gekisōmaru'') is the leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]]. Despite the menacing persona he displays to the [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]—the first his enemies are aware of him is frequently the sudden threat of a flashing ''kunai''—his close friendship with the human [[Tobio Fūma]] betrays his compassionate nature.

He can combine with teammates [[Hishoumaru]] and [[Sensuimaru]] in various configurations. With Gekisoumaru as the top, the combined form is called '''GoGekisou''' (ゴウゲキソウ ''Gōgekisō''). After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]] leader [[Kenzan]]. With Gekisoumaru forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiGekisou''' (ダイゲキソウ ''Daigekisō''). As befits his bestial [[alternate mode|altmode]], his [[Mini-Con]] partner is the mammoth-bot [[Geki]].

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Toshihiko Seki]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:TFGoShinobi1 Gekisoumaru beast mode.jpg|thumb|left|300px]]
The Shinobi team were wakened from their stasis in [[Nagoya Castle]] when [[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] activated the [[Legendisc]] which [[Judora]] and [[Bakudora]] were trying to steal. The team confronted the two [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]], who summoned a team of [[Jaki]] to take them on. Though they were no match for [[Goradora]] on their own, Tobio activated the Legendisc's power and they were able to form GoGekisou, and eventually brought down the Jaki before striking at the Predacons. With a flash of light, the Autobots and Tobio found themselves in the past where they saw two armies carrying Legendiscs, and then returned to present day, where Gekisoumaru announced that Tobio was now their master. {{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!}}

Gekisoumaru soon revealed that the Shinobi Team had constructed an underground base near Tobio's home. They introduced Tobio to [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] via video link, and he explained about the Legendiscs. Tobio and the Shinobi Team were subsequently sent back in time to try to obtain the Legendisc held by [[Kotarō Fūma]], however the ninja promptly caught them in chains. They broke free, and when Judora and [[Gaidora]] arrived, found themselves again fighting the Jaki. Once Tobio obtained the Legendisc, the Shinobi Team then merged into GoSensui and then GoHishou, before they and Tobio were returned to present day, though without the Legendisc. {{storylink|Discover! The Legendiscs!}}

[[File:TFGoShinobi3 GoGekisou.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
The Shinobi Team's research indicated that their fights with the Predacons were causing the Legendiscs to time slip. On their next trip into the past, the Autobots helped Tobio chase off some bandits who were menacing an old man, who turned out to be [[Sasuke Sarutobi]]. Sarutobi handed the Legendisc he possessed over to Tobio, and the boy and his Autobot friends successfully returned to present day with it, only to be confronted by [[Budora]], Bakudora and [[Dragotron]] himself. The trio of Autobots were no match for the Predacon leader, however they were suddenly joined by Optimus Exprime. {{storylink|Enter! The New Warrior!}}

The Predacons abducted Tobio, and the Shinobi Team merged into GoHishou to give chase. They arrived at [[Mount Fuji]] to find the [[Swordbot Samurai Team]] was also there as Isami had also been kidnapped. Imbued with the power of all five Legendiscs, Dragotron proved impossible to beat, however Tobio and Isami managed to demerge from him. The two boys had duplicated the power of the Legendiscs, and used it to allow Optimus and the two teams to merge into DaiGekisou. This provided them with enough power to defeat Dragotron and seal the Predacons away once more. {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}} {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}} {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!}}}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Gekisoumaru''' ([[July 27|7-27]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G05'''
**''Accessories:'' Two "Hundred Beast Shinobi Kunai" swords, "Vivit Bute" Whip, kabuto helmet/weapon
:A roughly Voyager-sized toy, Gekisoumaru transforms from a lion into a ninja-styled robot. He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Shinobi Team's three combined robot forms. Two pieces of his [[beast mode]] mane detach to become kunai-style swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held, stored on 5mm posts on his shoulders, or attached to his "Vivit Bute" whip weapon. He appears to have more of a lower torso than most Swordbots, thanks to the oversized lion head that forms his chest and hides the upper third of his legs.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is the smallest of any Swordbot, and is worn in GoGekisou form to form the super-robot's head. In GoSensui and GoHishou forms, it combines with either Hishoumaru's or Sensuimaru's kabuto to form something resembling either a cannon weapon or a shield. It can also transform into a small rocket-esque protrusion that can store on his robot mode back or attach to his head in beast mode. The fact that the kabuto is comprised almost entirely of light-piping and the placement of the kabuto in beast mode makes it look like he's just fired a rocket!

:Gekisoumaru features complex electronic lights and sounds. Flipping the on-off switch to the "On" position causes Gekisoumaru to yell a phrase in Japanese. In beast mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his lion head activates flashing lights and a realistic roar. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases. The button's functionality changes when held down: in lion mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Shinboi to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoGekisou's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoHishou's with orange, and GoSensui's with purplish-blue.
{{picsneeded}}

*'''Gekisoumaru Kurojishi ver.''' ([[November 9|11-9]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''N/A'''
**''Accessories:'' Two kunai swords, "Vivit Bute" Whip, kabuto helmet/weapon
:Black version of Gekisoumaru exclusive to AEON. "Kurojishi" ("黒獅子") means "Black Lion".
{{picsneeded}}

==Notes==
*''Gekisou'' may correspond with 激走, meaning "fast running", while ''Maru'' probably corresponds with 丸 ("circle"), a common kanji in historical Japanese names that is still used in [[Wikipedia:Jidaigeki|period dramas]].

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]
[[Category:Ninjas]]

Kenzan

2015-04-28T22:04:47Z

BraveMax: Undo revision 962688 by Saix (talk) We have never seen kanji officially associated with this name.

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Kenzan is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Kenzan.jpg|thumb|400px|"Hiya, Barbie!" "Hi, Kenzan!" "Do you want to go for a ride?"]]

'''Kenzan''' (ケンザン) is the leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. Despite his relative youth, he takes himself and his role very seriously. That sense of responsibility, combined with his bravery and great martial skill, make him a fearsome warrior, but he is sometimes prone to recklessness. He values the training in swordsmanship he received from [[Go Prime]], and respects such skills in others.

He can combine with [[Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Kenzan as the top, '''GoKenzan''' (ゴウケンザン ''Gōkenzan'') is formed. After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] leader [[Gekisoumaru]]. With Kenzan forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiKenzan''' (ダイケンザン ''Daikenzan''). His [[Mini-Con]] partner is [[Zan]].

{{bigquote|I'm Kenzan, of the Emergency Double-Blade Style! I fight using the Samurai principles of Zan, Jin, and Gan! |Kenzan|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuyuki Okitsu]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:TFGoSamurai1 Kenzan vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
The Swordbot Samurai Team were woken from their slumber by [[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami Tatewaki]] when [[Budora]] and [[Gaidora]] tried to obtain the [[Legendisc]] he was protecting. Confronted by the [[Jaki]] which the two Predacons summoned, the team switched through their various combinations, culminating in them using their GoKenzan form to finish off [[Goradora]]. On striking the two Predacons, the Autobots and Isami found themselves briefly transported back in time where they saw two armies carrying Legendiscs. On their return to present day, Kenzan invited Isami to help them fight the Decepticons, and they discovered that Isami's friend [[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] had also encountered the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team]]. {{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}}

The Swordbots built an underground base beneath Isami's dojo which Kenzan showed off to the boy, before [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] briefed the team and their friend on what was known about the Legendiscs. Sometime later, history started changing causing buildings to disappear, and Isami's Legendisc transported the team back in time again. In the past they encountered [[Musashi Miyamoto]] whose Legendisc had been stolen by the Predacons, and the Swordbots helped him get it back by fighting the Jaki in their GoJinbu form. Isami and the Swordbots were returned to present day, though without the disc. {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}

[[File:TFGoSamurai4 GoKenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]
On another occasion Isami and the Autobot team went back in time and encountered [[Ryōma Sakamoto]]. On that occasion, they battled the Jaki in their GoGanoh form, however they again returned to the future emptyhanded. {{storylink|The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?}} Isami was discouraged, but Kenzan gave him a pep talk to try and bolster his spirits. They again headed to the past, this time helping [[Benkei Musashibō]] fight off the Predacons in their GoKenzan form, and again returned to present day without the Legendisc. {{storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

On their next jaunt into the past, Isami managed to obtain the Legendisc, only to be confronted by [[Gaidora]], [[Judora]] and the awakened [[Dragotron]] on their return to present day. Though they were no match for Dragotron, even in their GoKenzan form, the team was soon joined by Optimus Exprime. {{storylink|Depart! Optimus Exprime!}} The Predacons abducted Isami, and the Samurai Team merged into GoJinbu to give chase. They arrived at [[Mount Fuji]] to find the Shinobi Team was also there as Tobio had also been kidnapped. Imbued with the power of all five Legendiscs, Dragotron proved impossible to beat, however Tobio and Isami managed to demerge from him. The two boys had duplicated the power of the Legendiscs, and used it to allow Optimus and the two teams to merge into DaiKenzan. This provided them with enough power to defeat Dragotron and seal the Predacons away once more. {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!}} {{storylink|Discover! The Legendiscs!}} {{storylink|Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!}}}}

===''Transformers Legends'' comic===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Legends Comic: Business Trip Edition Vol. 5}}}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
[[File:GoKenzanToy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I'm a samurai. A real one. Not like Drift.]]
*'''Kenzan''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two "Samurai Cross" swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Kenzan is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a Japanese-style police interceptor into a samurai-styled robot, even including a robotic [[wikipedia:Chonmage|chonmage]] topknot! He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has two swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held or stored on tabs on his backpack or shoulders. He also has essentially no lower torso, with his legs and ''kusazuri'' flap masquerading as his abdomen.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoKenzan form to form the super-robot's head. It can also transform into a large, ungainly double-barreled cannon which can attach to Kenzan's back or, via 5mm post, be held by the robot or mounted atop the police car.

:Kenzan features complex electronic lights and sounds. In vehicle mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his roof activates flashing lights and a repeating siren. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases (in Japanese, natch). The button's functionality changes when held down: in police car mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Samurai to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoKenzan's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoJinbu's with yellow, and GoGanoh's with red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable, but proportionally less ungainly blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:Upon his initial release, Kenzan included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Zan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/Kenzan/kenzan.htm More information on Kenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/GoKenzan/gokenzan.htm More information on GoKenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/DaiKenzan/daikenzan.htm More information on DaiKenzan at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/include.php?path=content/ToyDB_Info.php&Toy_ID=4904&Sprache=0 More information on Kenzan at Transformers-Universe.com]''

{{-}}{{anchor|Kuromusha}}
[[File:Gotoy-KenzanKuromushaVer.jpg|thumb|right|upright=2.2|]]
*'''Kenzan Kuromusha ver.''' ([[November 16|11-16]]-13)
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: "Kenzan Kuromusha ver." is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] [[Black repaint|black]]-and-gold [[redeco]] of Kenzan. "Kuromusha" ("黒武者") means "Black Warrior".

{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Kenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Kenzan is a redeco of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Prowl (BS)#Bot Shots|Prowl]] with [[Mirage (BS)#Bot Shots|Mirage]]'s hood and front bumper. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] police car with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his twin swords, and the Japanese character 斬 (''zan''). He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The name "Kenzan" could potentially have many meanings. Some Japanese characters which can be read "Ken" can mean "sword/blade," "heaven," or "emperor" (among many other things), and some characters that can be read "Zan" can mean "killing," "balance," and more. "Kenzan" can also be a word meaning "meeting/seeing," or it can refer to a needle-pointed base for standing flower arrangement, or it can mean a frog.

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

The Invincible Swordsman - RyÅma Sakamoto!?

2015-01-10T18:23:08Z

BraveMax: /* Animation and technical errors */

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Samurai Volume ep 3
|prev=Pursue! The Legendiscs!
|next=Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!
|prev2=Pursue! The Legendiscs!
|next2=Discover! The Legendiscs!
|title="The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?"
|japanese=無敵の剣士・坂本竜馬!?
|romaji=Muteki no kenshi - Sakamoto Ryōma!?
|translation=
|image=Isami-and-Ryoma.jpg
|caption=The precious is MINE! MY OWN!
|airdate=[[September 1]], [[2013]]
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=[[Megumi Yamamoto]]
|animation September 1|1 September]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Chasing another Legendisc in the past, Isami and the Samurai Team encounter Ryōma Sakamoto and discover that he's kind of a dick...'''

==Synopsis==
[[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami]] practices Kendo with [[Sekishūsai Tatewaki|his grandfather]]. He wins easily, and confesses that he thinks the [[legendisc|red legendisc]] has been making him stronger since he started wearing it around his neck. His grandfather tells him that he shouldn't fear the power of the disc as long as he understands that it's the disc that's making him strong. Back at the base, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] tells the [[Swordbot Samurai Team]] that it's only a matter of time before [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] revives, and that they must do whatever they can to retrieve the remaining legendiscs. Isami's legendisc glows and tells them that there is another connection spot near the [[Cybertron Satellite]] in Ginza. They arrive, and are immediately transported back in time. They see two opponents dueling on a beach with practice swords. One man defeats the other, and then continues to attack him. Isami steps in to tell the victor that he shouldn't attack people when they're down and is surprised to learn that the victor is [[Ryōma Sakamoto]], a man known in the future for his chivalry. Isami asks Ryōma if he has a disc like his, and Ryōma produces the green legendisc. Isami tells Ryōma that he needs the green legendisc to help him save the future, but Ryōma replies that the disc has made him into an invincible swordsman and that he will not give it up. He decides Isami just wants both legendiscs to make himself strong, but Isami insists that he wants to use the power to protect humanity and the Earth. Ryōma refuses to believe that anyone could want such power to help others, and challenges Isami to a duel with the winner receiving both legendiscs. They start to fight, but [[Budora]] and [[Bakudora]] appear and attack, causing the Samurai Team to make their appearance.

Bakudora summons the [[Jaki]] from sand, and the Samurai Team dispatches them quickly. Bakudora warns the Samurai Team not to be overconfident, though, and tells them that they've powered up the Jaki. He orders them to perform their Black Jaki Combination. The Jaki combine into [[Goradora|Black Goradora]] and display incredible power. Bakudora takes the opportunity to try to retrieve the green legendisc from Ryōma, but Isami steps in to protect him. A terrified Ryōma asks Isami why he isn't afraid, but Isami replies that he is but that he must protect the legendiscs at all cost. Finally believing Isami, Ryōma gives him the green legendisc and asks Isami to promise to protect the world from the Predacons. Isami agrees, and uses the green legendisc to order the Samurai to combine. The Samurai Team combines into [[Ganoh|GoGanoh]] and defeats the new Black Goradora. Realizing they're defeated once again, the Predacons try to take the two legendiscs from Isami, knocking him over and causing him to drop the green legendisc. GoGanoh steps in to defend Isami, attacking Budora and Bakudora. As with their last time slip, there is a flash of light and the Samurai Team finds themselves back in the present sans the green legendisc. They speculate about why they've been returned to the present just before retrieving a legendisc once again, and [[Jinbu]] wonders whether the legendiscs might be causing it. In the past, Ryouma notices that his disc has disappeared along with Isami and the Samurai Team, and swears to become strong to protect humanity and the Earth just like Isami.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Kenzan]] (3)
*[[Ganoh]] (4)
*[[Jinbu]] (5)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (6)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Budora]] (9)
*[[Bakudora]] (8)
*[[Garara]] (10)
*[[Jurara]] (11)
*[[Barara]] (12)
*[[Burara]] (13)
*[[Dorara]] (14)
*[[Goradora]] (15)

|c3=
*[[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami Tatewaki]] (1)
*[[Sekishūsai Tatewaki]] (2)
*[[Ryōma Sakamoto]] (7)
}}

==Notes==
===Animation and technical errors===
*One of the buildings the team drives past to reach the spot the Legendisc indicates has the word "BURBERRY" written on it, but the text is mirrored.

===Continuity errors===
*For some reason, [[Budora]]'s right eye is repaired, [[Pursue! The Legendiscs!|even though it was damaged by Musashi in the previous episode]].

===Transformers references===
*Isami says that the Legendisc connection spot featured in this episode is "near the Cybertron Satellite in Ginza". This makes the first appearance of a Cybertron Satellite in Transformers fiction. The Autobot Commander assigned to the district of Ginza is [[Ginza Prime]].

===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, [[Wikipedia:Ginza|Ginza]] is featured as a landmark.
*Likewise [[Wikipedia:Sakamoto Ryōma|Ryōma Sakamoto]] is a real historical figure.

===Trivia===
*This episode (the fourth Transformers: Go! episode released) marks the first use of an Intro and Outro segment.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'', October 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

==External links==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pG2zmN4Ifso Official episode upload on TakaraTomy's You Tube channel]

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Pursue! The Legendiscs!

2014-08-12T02:21:52Z

BraveMax: /* Quotes */

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Samurai Volume ep 2
|prev=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!
|prev2=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!
|next=The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?
|next2=
|title="Pursue! The Legendiscs!"
|japanese=追跡! レジェンディスク!
|romaji=Tsuiseki! Legendisc!
|translation=
|image=
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=
|director=[[Megumi Yamamoto]]
|animation studio=[[Tatsunoko Production]]
|airdate=[[August 1|1 August]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Can Isami and the Samurai Team stop the Predacons from using the Legendiscs to change history?'''

==Synopsis==
[[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]] is startled as a large metal structure rises out of the ground and opens, though [[Kenzan]] explains that they've only modified the house a small amount. As they board the elevator, a small metal butterfly lands on Isami's back unnoticed. The lift takes them down a whole Autobot base, where the rest of the [[Swordbot Samurai Team]] are waiting with [[Tobio Fūma]] and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] videoconferenced in. Kenzan introduces [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], also communicating from a remote location, and the Autobot leader fills them in on the situation with the [[Legendisc]]s. As two of the discs are in the past, Isami and Tobio are required to facilitate time slips with their own discs, so the last two Legendiscs can be retrieved. None of them are aware that [[Budora]] is spying on them, thanks to the tiny metal butterfly, and now knows all they know, including that the Predacons will be able to use [[Dragotron]]'s Legendisc to time slip too.

Isami struggles with the responsibility that he's been handed, recalling having to face the [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]]s, but he's interrupted by the arrival of [[Jinbu]]. Jinbu takes him to the [[Tokyo Skytree]], which is disappearing from the top down even as they watch. A huge shadow of the Predacon [[insignia]] appears on the land, and the Autobots realize that the Predacons have somehow changed the past. Jinbu has detected a location where they may be able to timeslip, so the team hauls up outside [[Akihabara Station]] and, sure enough, there's soon a flash of light.

They've barely arrived in the past when they're confronted by the sight of [[Musashi Miyamoto]], who demands his mirror back. The Autobots are able to convince him that they're not behind the theft, and Isami quickly establishes that Musashi's stolen mirror is indeed the Legendisc they're searching for. Musashi has resolved to get the disc back, and though Isami thinks there's no way a human can beat a Predacon, the swordsman is confident and imparts some words of wisdom before running off. The Autobots decide to help him any way they can.

Meanwhile Budora and [[Bakudora]] are hanging out near a town, waiting to be transported back to the future by the Legendisc. Musashi confronts them, closely followed by Isami and the Samurai team. Musashi tries to strike the Predacons but is batted aside, and Budora summons some [[Jaki]] minions from the ground. The Jaki combine into [[Goradora]] and knock the Autobot team around until Isami's [[burning justice]] activates the Legendisc, allowing the Samurai team to merge into GoJinbu. After GoJinbu takes a couple of hits, he unleashes a lightning attack that destroys Goradora. While Bakudora flees, Musashi scales Budora and stabs the Predacon in the eye, making him drop the Legendisc. Though momentarily afraid, Isami remembers Musashi's earlier inspiring words and runs over to grab the Legendisc. He manages to pick it up, but is knocked flying by Budora. The enraged Jinbu strikes Budora and there's a flash of light.

The Autobots and Isami find themselves back in the present—sadly without the Legendisc, but at least time has been restored. Though Isami is disappointed at their failure to secure the disc, Kenzan tells him that at least he learned a valuable lesson from Musashi.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Kenzan]] (2)
*[[Ganoh]] (3)
*[[Jinbu]] (4)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (5)
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (6)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (8)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Dragotron]] (10)
*[[Budora]] (11)
*[[Bakudora]] (13)
*[[Garara]] (14)
*[[Jurara]] (15)
*[[Barara]] (16)
*[[Burara]] (17)
*[[Dorara]] (18)
*[[Goradora]] (19)

|c3=
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (1)
*[[Tobio Fūma]] (7)
*[[Musashi Miyamoto]] (12)
}}

==Quotes==
{{epstub}}
"One must not avert their eyes in the face of fear! Only by accepting one fears can one become truly strong. When that happens, one's heart would be unbreakable as a steel blade!" 
:—'''Transformers Go!''' Valuable Lesson no.1 by Musashi himself.

"Tell me when are we going back to the present time?" 
"Don't worry, as long this disc is in my hand, we will be pulled back by another disc." 
"I hope so..." 
"If not, I won't mind taking over the world with this thing." 
"Don't tell me you're going to turn against Master [[Dragotron]]???" 
"I'm just joking."
:—'''Budora''' and '''Bakurdora'''

==Notes==
===Animation Errors===
[[File:TF-go-budora-tries-to-grab-musashi.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb]]
*When Musashi tries to jump on [[Budora]]'s hand, he is missing his feet in a single frame.

===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, the [[Wikipedia:Tokyo Skytree|Tokyo Skytree]] and [[Wikipedia:Akihabara Station|Akihabara Station]] are both featured as landmarks.
*Likewise [[Wikipedia:Musashi Miyamoto|Musashi Miyamoto]] is a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'', September 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

==External links==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yt6ti7039Vs Official You Tube episode upload from TakaraTomy.]

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!

2014-08-12T02:21:30Z

BraveMax:

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Samurai Volume ep 1
|prev=Darkest Hour (episode)
|prev2=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!
|next=Pursue! The Legendiscs!
|next2=Discover! The Legendiscs!
|title="Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!"
|japanese=参乗合体! ソードボット・サムライ!
|romaji=Sanjō Gattai! Swordbot - Samurai!
|translation=
|image=CCSwordbotSamuari Autobots and Isami.jpg
|caption="OK, we've found a small child to needlessly endanger. I guess we're ready to fight Decepticons!"
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=
|director=[[Megumi Yamamoto]]
|animation studio=[[Tatsunoko Production]]
|airdate=[[July 1|1 July]] [[2013]]
}}

'''The Predacons awaken and begin their search for the Legendiscs. After being attacked by the Predacons, Isami accidentally awakens the Swordbot Samurai Team.'''

==Synopsis==
A boy and his father are hiking around [[Mount Fuji]]'s caldera. The lad kicks a stone in and is scolded by his father for disturbing the gods of the mountain. The two leave, and miss the ensuing rock slide inside the volcano which reveals the head of [[Dragotron]]. Dragotron's eye opens and sends out a signal causing the [[Four Oni]] [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]] to awaken.

At an Autobot base, Optimus Prime sees the red Predacon energy signals but also notices six blue energy signals—three on either side of the Predacon outbreak. He wonders what they could be...

In [[Tokyo]], school lets out and [[Isami Tatewaki]] runs home to the kendo dojo [[Sekishūsai Tatewaki|his grandfather]] runs. There, he quickly dispatches a sparring opponent, who praises his skill. Isami's grandfather then attacks Isami, telling him not to rest on his laurels—an enemy can attack at any time! Isami's grandfather challenges Isami to a fight, but as they kneel before their dojo's sacred mirror, the Predacons [[Budora]] and [[Gaidora]] attack!

The sacred mirror is actually a [[Legendisc]], which the Predacons want. Isami's grandfather tells him to protect the disc, and Isami makes a run for it. He soon realizes that, the more he runs, the more of the city the Predacons will destroy and decides to make a stand. The Predacons realize his motives, though, and threaten to kill some kids playing in the park if Isami doesn't hand over the disc.

Their underhanded tactics enrage Isami, and the Legendisc responds to his pleas. At the [[Kaminarimon]], two statues pulse with energy, which then zaps into the nearest power lines. The energy courses through Tokyo, blowing out transformers and lights as it goes until engulfs Isami. As if possessed, Isami then looks at a nearby police car, fire truck, and jet fighter, scanning each of them. Three bursts of energy jump off him, materializing three vehicles based on the three he scanned.

The vehicles speak in amazement of their new forms and transform into robot forms, introducing themselves as [[Kenzan]], [[Jinbu]], and [[Ganoh]], the [[Swordbot Samurai Team]]. In very old-fashioned Japanese, they tell Isami that he must not allow the Predacons to get their hands on the Legendisc.

Gaidora is not impressed, and uses his abilities to turn some nearby cars into [[Jaki]] minions.

The [[Swordbot]]s announce their fighting styles and areas of expertise while putting the hurt on the Jaki, causing Gaidora to order a Jaki Combination. The Dark Jaki are fused into the monstrous [[Goradora]], and Isami is scared by their awesome power. Sweat drips on the Legendisc as he begs for some way to stop the minions, and the disc responds by enabling the Swordbots to undergo a Triple Combination.

They combine into GoKenzan, and quickly dispatch the enemy combiner with a finisher. Gaidora re-materializes the Jaki, and forces them to combine once more and take to the skies. To compensate, the Swordbots recombine into GoJinbu, again dispatching Goradora with a finisher. Gaidora recombines them yet again, this time ordering Goradora to overwhelm the Swordbots with raw power, forcing the Swordbots to recombine into GoGanoh. Another finisher, and the brute is beaten back, but remains undefeated. The Swordbots recombine into GoKenzan, and use a super finisher to finish off and destroy Goradora for good. GoKenzan then strikes at Budora and Gaidora, resulting in a blinding explosion.

When the light clears, and the Swordbots and Isami find themselves transported to the past, where two armies stand prepared to engage each other in battle. Isami and the Swordbots notice that each army has a Legendisc attached to their standard before they are transported back to the present.

The Swordbots thank Isami for giving them new life, introduce themselves as super robot lifeforms called [[Transformer]]s, and ask him to fight the Predacons with them. That night, Isami's friend [[Tobio Fūma]] calls and tells Isami that he and his [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] are in the fight too, leaving Isami uncertain of what to make of all this.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (6)
*[[Kenzan]] (9)
*[[Jinbu]] (10)
*[[Ganoh]] (11)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (19)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (20)
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (21)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Dragotron]] (1)
*[[Budora]] (2)
*[[Gaidora]] (3)
*[[Bakudora]] (4)
*[[Judora]] (5)
*[[Garara]] (12)
*[[Jurara]] (13)
*[[Barara]] (14)
*[[Burara]] (15)
*[[Dorara]] (16)
*[[Goradora]] (17)

|c3=
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (7)
*[[Sekishūsai Tatewaki]] (8)
*[[Tobio Fūma]] (18)
}}

==Quotes==
{{epstub}}
"[[Budora|YOU]] [[Bakudora|TWO]] SHOULD JUST GET LOST!!!" 
:—'''[[Kenzan]]''', he had to repeat this. '''[[Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!|twice]].'''

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*The electrical charge carrying the three Swordbots originates in the statues of [[wikipedia:Fūjin|Fūjin]] and [[wikipedia:Raijin|Raijin]] in Tokyo's famous [[wikipedia:Kaminarimon|Kaminarimon]] gate in [[wikipedia:Asakusa|Asakusa]].
*When the electrical charge carrying the three Swordbots travels through Tokyo, it travels through several recognizable Tokyo landmarks.
*The era that Isami and the Swordbots get a glimpse at is the [[wikipedia:Sengoku period|Sengoku period]]. The kanji "大一大万大吉" on one of the army's standards was one of the ''mon'', or crest, of [[wikipedia:Ishida Mitsunari|Ishida Mitsunari]], who fought against [[wikipedia:Tokugawa Ieyasu|Tokugawa Ieyasu]]'s forces, those bearing the standard of three hollyhock leaves within a circle as the crest for the Tokugawa clan, in the [[wikipedia:Battle of Sekigahara|Battle of Sekigahara]]. This is the battle that Isami and the Swordbots bear witness to.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'' magazine, August 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

==External links==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R3GHVwbeXgw Episode 1 upload via TakaraTomy's official YouTube channel]

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Hunter Nemesis Prime

2014-06-25T02:21:20Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

{{factions|decepticon}}
{{disambig3|Nemesis Prime}}
[[File:Gotoy-HunterNemesisPrime.jpg|thumb||right|400px|You don't need to cover his mouth with a folded credit card shard this time!]]
:''Hunter Nemesis Prime is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

'''Hunter Nemesis Prime''' is an evil version of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Hunter Optimus Prime]] from an alternate dimension, brought to our Earth by the power of the [[Legendisc|Black Legendisc]].

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Hunter Nemesis Prime''' (Voyager, [[December 26|12-26]]-[[2013]])
**''Accessories:'' 2 [[missile]] launchers/rocket engines, 2 missiles, sword

: A [[Cybertron Satellite]]-[[exclusive]] [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toy, Hunter Nemesis Prime is a [[Black repaint|black]] [[redeco]]/[[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime:]] [[Beast Hunters]]'' Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (WFC)#BHVoyager|Optimus Prime]], transforming into a monstrous flat-nosed truck, and with his head being remolded to feature a faceplate. He features a [[5mm post|5mm port]] for each of his hands, one on his backpack, one near each of his front wheels, and one on each of his two upper wings.

:He comes with a sword, which is a redeco of Optimus' [[Star Saber (Prima)#Beast Hunters|Star Saber]], has a 5mm handle, and features a post on its hilt. He also comes with two spring-loaded, missile-firing launchers, which are redecos of Optimus' [[Ionic Pulse Launcher]]s, each feature a 5mm post, have flip open prods, and can peg onto the ports near the wheels on his robot back, giving him a pair of back-mounted rocket engines.

==Notes==
*While his bio calls Hunter Nemesis Prime an "evil version of Hunter Optimus Prime from an alternate dimension", it does not indicate whether he is an evil counterpart to the Optimus Prime of his native dimension, or is from a negative polarity [[universal stream]] such as ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass's]]'' [[Primax -408.24 Epsilon]].

[[Category:Go! Decepticons]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Corona Glaive (FOC)

2014-06-15T13:55:46Z

BraveMax: /* Generations toy bios */

{{disambig2|the weapon from ''Fall of Cybertron''|the Arms Micron weapon|Corona Glaive (Arms Micron)}}

[[Image:FOC-Corona-Glaive-render.jpg|thumb|right|400px|It's a sword. It's not ''meant'' to be safe.]]

The '''Corona Glaive''' is a powerful [[sword]] stored in the archives of [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]]. Possessing the ability to combine with a wielder's blaster, the Glaive is typically carried by [[Autobot]] heroes.

==''Generations'' toy bios==
[[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] took up the Corona Glaive as commander of the [[Wrecker]]s to oppose [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] and his attempt to activate the [[space bridge]]. {{storylink|#Toys|Ultra Magnus' Japanese ''Generations'' bio}}

==Games==
===''Fall of Cybertron''===
[[Image:FOC-MegatronVsOptimus-Swords.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Press "P" to choose a peaceful resolution acceptable to both sides.]]
Aboard the ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'', during the Autobots' last desperate battle to evacuate their home planet of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (wielding what appeared to be the Corona Glaive) faced off against a similarly sword-wielding [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}
{{-}}

==Toys==
===Generations===
[[Image:Generations-toy_FOCUltraMagnus.jpg|thumb|right|300px|I'll take "Swords" for $400, Alex.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Deluxe, 2012)
**''Series / Number'': '''1 / 009'''
**''Japanese release date'': '''[[February 23|02-23]]-2013'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''TG11'''
:*''Accessories:'' Three-piece sword, blaster

: Part of the third wave of 2012 ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations'']] Deluxe Class toys, [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|''Fall of Cybertron]]'' Ultra Magnus is a retool of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] that includes both Optimus' blaster as well as a new-mold multi-part sword (the Corona Glaive). The blaster features two 5mm posts at the top and bottom, while the sword features 5mm posts for its handle and on its side. The sword is actually made up of three pieces, which can combine with the blaster to form an even ''bigger'' sword, with the two blade halves clipping onto slots present on the blaster's body, and the handle being pegged onto the blaster's handle.

==Notes==
*The ''FOC'' Ultra Magnus toy includes a sword that is clearly based on the one used by Optimus at the end of the video game; however, it cannot be conclusively proven that Optimus' sword ''is'' the Corona Glaive.

[[Category:Fall of Cybertron weapons]]

Ushiwakamaru

2014-06-10T14:09:46Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

:''Ushiwakamaru is a [[human]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''
[[File:TFGo Minamoto-no-Yoshitsune Screencap 01.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Ushiwakamaru strips for Benkei.]]
'''Ushiwakamaru''' (牛若丸) is a young samurai from the late [[Heian period]] and early [[Kamakura period]] of [[Japan]].

He is implied to be the savior that was prophesied to [[Benkei Musashibō]], who would become Benkei's master after defeating him in combat.

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|? (Japanese)}}

Ushiwakamaru approached [[Benkei Musashibō]] as Benkei was grieving over the disappearance of [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]], who Benkei thought was the savior that had been prophesied to him. {{Storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

==Notes==
*Ushiwakamaru is the childhood name of [[Wikipedia:Minamoto no Yoshitsune|Minamoto no Yoshitsune]], a historical Samurai and general from the late Heian and early Kamakura period who, as his appearance in Transformers: Go! suggests, became the master of the real-world [[Wikipedia: Benkei|Benkei Musashibō]] after defeating him in a duel.

{{DEFAULTSORT:Minamoto, Yoshitsune}}
[[Category:Go! humans]]
[[Category:Real people]]

Ganoh

2014-06-09T11:48:55Z

BraveMax: /* BeCool */ Same as with Kenzan.

Jinbu

2014-06-09T11:48:36Z

BraveMax: /* BeCool */ Same as with Kenzan.

Kenzan

2014-06-09T11:48:11Z

BraveMax: /* BeCool */ That's... Not what that character means.

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Kenzan is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Kenzan.jpg|thumb|400px|]]

'''Kenzan''' (ケンザン) is an Autobot police car and leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. He can combine with [[Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Kenzan as the top, '''GoKenzan''' (ゴウケンザン ''Gōkenzan'') is formed. After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] leader [[Gekisoumaru]]. With Kenzan forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiKenzan''' (ダイケンザン ''Daikenzan'').

{{bigquote|I'm Kenzan, of the Emergency Double-Blade Style! I fight using the Samurai principles of Zan, Jin, and Gan! |Kenzan|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuyuki Okitsu]] (Japanese)}}
{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}} {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}
{{charstubfiction}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Kenzan''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two "Samurai Cross" swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Kenzan is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a Japanese-style police interceptor into a samurai-styled robot, even including a robotic [[wikipedia:Chonmage|chonmage]] topknot! He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has two swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held or stored on tabs on his backpack or shoulders. He also has essentially no lower torso, with his legs and ''kusazuri'' flap masquerading as his abdomen.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoKenzan form to form the super-robot's head. It can also transform into a large, ungainly double-barreled cannon which can attach to Kenzan's back or, via 5mm post, be held by the robot or mounted atop the police car.

:Kenzan features complex electronic lights and sounds. In vehicle mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his roof activates flashing lights and a repeating siren. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases (in Japanese, natch). The button's functionality changes when held down: in police car mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Samurai to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoKenzan's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoJinbu's with yellow, and GoGanoh's with red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable, but proportionally less ungainly blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:Upon his initial release, Kenzan included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Zan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

{{picsneeded}}
{{-}}{{anchor|Kuromusha}}
[[File:Gotoy-KenzanKuromushaVer.jpg|thumb|right|400px|]]
*'''Kenzan Kuromusha ver.''' ([[November 16|11-16]]-13)
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: "Kenzan Kuromusha ver." is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] [[Black repaint|black]]-and-gold [[redeco]] of Kenzan. "Kuromusha" ("黒武者") means "Black Warrior".

{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Kenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Kenzan is a redeco of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Prowl (BS)#Bot Shots|Prowl]] with [[Mirage (BS)#Bot Shots|Mirage]]'s hood and front bumper. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] police car with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his twin swords, and the Japanese character 斬 (''zan''). He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The name "Kenzan" could potentially have many meanings. Some Japanese characters which can be read "Ken" can mean "sword/blade," "heaven," or "emperor" (among many other things), and some characters that can be read "Zan" can mean "killing," "balance," and more. "Kenzan" can also be a word meaning "meeting/seeing," or it can refer to a needle-pointed base for standing flower arrangement, or it can mean a frog.

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Ushiwakamaru

2014-06-07T14:16:40Z

BraveMax:

:''Ushiwakamaru is a [[human]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''
[[File:TFGo Minamoto-no-Yoshitsune Screencap 01.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Ushiwakamaru strips for Benkei.]]
'''Ushiwakamaru''' (牛若丸) is a young samurai from the late [[Heian period]] and early [[Kamakura period]] of [[Japan]].

He is implied to be the savior that was prophesied to [[Benkei Musashibō]], who would become Benkei's master after defeating him in combat.

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|? (Japanese)}}

Ushiwakamaru approached [[Benkei Musashibō]] as Benkei was grieving over the disappearance of [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]], who Benkei thought was the savior that had been prophesied to him. {{Storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

==Notes==
*Ushiwakamaru is the childhood name of [[Wikipedia:Minamoto no Yoshitsune|Minamoto no Yoshitsune]], a historical Samurai and general from the late Heian and early Kamakura period who, as this episode suggests, became the master of the real-world [[Wikipedia: Benkei|Benkei Musashibō]] after defeating him in a duel.

{{DEFAULTSORT:Minamoto, Yoshitsune}}
[[Category:Go! humans]]
[[Category:Real people]]

Ushiwakamaru

2014-06-07T14:15:26Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

:''Ushiwakamaru is a [[human]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''
[[File:TFGo Minamoto-no-Yoshitsune Screencap 01.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
'''Ushiwakamaru''' (牛若丸) is a young samurai from the late [[Heian period]] and early [[Kamakura period]] of [[Japan]].

He is implied to be the savior that was prophesied to [[Benkei Musashibō]], who would become Benkei's master after defeating him in combat.

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|? (Japanese)}}

Ushiwakamaru approached [[Benkei Musashibō]] as Benkei was grieving over the disappearance of [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]], who Benkei thought was the savior that had been prophesied to him. {{Storylink|Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!}}

==Notes==
*Ushiwakamaru is the childhood name of [[Wikipedia:Minamoto no Yoshitsune|Minamoto no Yoshitsune]], a historical Samurai and general from the late Heian and early Kamakura period who, as this episode suggests, became the master of the real-world [[Wikipedia: Benkei|Benkei Musashibō]] after defeating him in a duel.

{{DEFAULTSORT:Minamoto, Yoshitsune}}
[[Category:Go! humans]]
[[Category:Real people]]

Sensuimaru

2014-06-07T13:30:04Z

BraveMax: /* Go! */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Sensuimaru is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[Image:Sensuimaru.jpg|right|thumb|400px|"You don't wanna try it!"]]

'''Sensuimaru''' (センスイマル) is part of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]]. He can combine with teammates [[Gekisoumaru]] and [[Hishoumaru]] in various configurations. With Sensuimaru as the top, the combined form is called '''GoSensui''' (ゴウセンスイ ''Gōsensui'').

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Junji Majima]] (Japanese)}}
{{charstubfiction}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Sensuimaru''' ([[September 28|9-28]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G10'''
**''Accessories'': Two "Great Fin Cross Shuriken" fin weapons, kabuto helmet/weapon

Sensuimaru transforms into a large shark with opening jaws. Due to his design, he has a wealth of clearance issues mainly in his lower legs, requiring his legs to constantly be at an angle. He has the same issue that most of the ''Go!'' Swordbots have, in that most of his torso is composed of barely-disguised gestalt-mode hip parts.

His tail fin detaches and splits in half to either form two axes, or come together again and be arranged into a shuriken of sorts. His kabuto helmet can be arranged into a cannon as well.

He forms the top half of GoSensui, the abdomen of GoHishou, and the legs of GoGekisou.

==Notes==
*''Sensui'' probably corresponds with 潜水, meaning "diving", while ''Maru'' probably corresponds with 丸 ("circle"), a common kanji in historical Japanese names that is still used in [[Wikipedia:Jidaigeki|period dramas]].

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]
[[Category:Ninjas]]

Hishoumaru

2014-06-07T13:28:35Z

BraveMax: /* Go! */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Hishoumaru is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[Image:Hishoumaru.jpg|right|thumb|400px|Soarin' high like an eagle!]]

'''Hishoumaru''' (ヒショウマル ''Hishōmaru'') is part of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]]. He can combine with [[Gekisoumaru]] and [[Sensuimaru]] in various configurations. With Hishoumaru as the top, the combined form is called '''GoHishou''' (ゴウヒショウ ''Gōhishō'').

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Daisuke Sakaguchi]] (Japanese)}}
{{charstubfiction}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Hishoumaru''' ([[August 31|8-31]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G20'''
**''Accessories'': "Hishou Fan" tail/weapon, kabuto helmet/weapon

Hishoumaru transforms into an orange and yellow Phoenix-chicken thing. He has some of the more respectable body proportions compared to most of the Swordbots, as he has a defined torso. His beast mode tail detaches to become a large kunai knife sword with kunai knives molded into it. His kabuto can be changed into a large unwieldy cannon.

He forms the top of GoHishou, the abdomen of GoGekisou, and the legs of GoSensui.

==Notes==
*''Hishō'' probably corresponds with 飛翔, meaning "soaring", while ''maru'' probably corresponds with 丸 ("circle"), a common kanji in historical Japanese names that is still used in [[Wikipedia:Jidaigeki|period dramas]].

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]
[[Category:Ninjas]]

Gekisoumaru

2014-06-07T13:26:13Z

BraveMax: /* Go! */

Kenzan

2014-06-07T13:24:50Z

BraveMax: /* Go! */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Kenzan is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Kenzan.jpg|thumb|400px|]]

'''Kenzan''' (ケンザン) is an Autobot police car and leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. He can combine with [[Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Kenzan as the top, '''GoKenzan''' (ゴウケンザン ''Gōkenzan'') is formed. After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] leader [[Gekisoumaru]]. With Kenzan forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiKenzan''' (ダイケンザン ''Daikenzan'').

{{bigquote|I'm Kenzan, of the Emergency Double-Blade Style! I fight using the Samurai principles of Zan, Jin, and Gan! |Kenzan|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuyuki Okitsu]] (Japanese)}}
{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}} {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}
{{charstubfiction}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Kenzan''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two "Samurai Cross" swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Kenzan is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a Japanese-style police interceptor into a samurai-styled robot, even including a robotic [[wikipedia:Chonmage|chonmage]] topknot! He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has two swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held or stored on tabs on his backpack or shoulders. He also has essentially no lower torso, with his legs and ''kusazuri'' flap masquerading as his abdomen.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoKenzan form to form the super-robot's head. It can also transform into a large, ungainly double-barreled cannon which can attach to Kenzan's back or, via 5mm post, be held by the robot or mounted atop the police car.

:Kenzan features complex electronic lights and sounds. In vehicle mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his roof activates flashing lights and a repeating siren. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases (in Japanese, natch). The button's functionality changes when held down: in police car mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Samurai to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoKenzan's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoJinbu's with yellow, and GoGanoh's with red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable, but proportionally less ungainly blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:Upon his initial release, Kenzan included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Zan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

{{picsneeded}}
{{-}}{{anchor|Kuromusha}}
[[File:Gotoy-KenzanKuromushaVer.jpg|thumb|right|400px|]]
*'''Kenzan Kuromusha ver.''' ([[November 16|11-16]]-13)
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: "Kenzan Kuromusha ver." is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] [[Black repaint|black]]-and-gold [[redeco]] of Kenzan. "Kuromusha" ("黒武者") means "Black Warrior".

{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Kenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Kenzan is a redeco of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Prowl (BS)#Bot Shots|Prowl]] with [[Mirage (BS)#Bot Shots|Mirage]]'s hood and front bumper. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] police car with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his twin swords, and a Japanese character. He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The name "Kenzan" could potentially have many meanings. Some Japanese characters which can be read "Ken" can mean "sword/blade," "heaven," or "emperor" (among many other things), and some characters that can be read "Zan" can mean "killing," "balance," and more. "Kenzan" can also be a word meaning "meeting/seeing," or it can refer to a needle-pointed base for standing flower arrangement, or it can mean a frog.

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Jinbu

2014-06-07T13:24:16Z

BraveMax: /* Go! */

Ganoh

2014-06-07T13:22:47Z

BraveMax: /* Go! */

Jinbu

2014-06-07T13:22:10Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

Kenzan

2014-06-07T13:21:07Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Kenzan is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Kenzan.jpg|thumb|400px|]]

'''Kenzan''' (ケンザン) is an Autobot police car and leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. He can combine with [[Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Kenzan as the top, '''GoKenzan''' (ゴウケンザン ''Gōkenzan'') is formed. After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] leader [[Gekisoumaru]]. With Kenzan forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiKenzan''' (ダイケンザン ''Daikenzan'').

{{bigquote|I'm Kenzan, of the Emergency Double-Blade Style! I fight using the Samurai principles of Zan, Jin, and Gan! |Kenzan|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuyuki Okitsu]] (Japanese)}}
{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}} {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}
{{charstubfiction}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Kenzan''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Kenzan is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a Japanese-style police interceptor into a samurai-styled robot, even including a robotic [[wikipedia:Chonmage|chonmage]] topknot! He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has two swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held or stored on tabs on his backpack or shoulders. He also has essentially no lower torso, with his legs and ''kusazuri'' flap masquerading as his abdomen.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoKenzan form to form the super-robot's head. It can also transform into a large, ungainly double-barreled cannon which can attach to Kenzan's back or, via 5mm post, be held by the robot or mounted atop the police car.

:Kenzan features complex electronic lights and sounds. In vehicle mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his roof activates flashing lights and a repeating siren. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases (in Japanese, natch). The button's functionality changes when held down: in police car mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Samurai to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoKenzan's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoJinbu's with yellow, and GoGanoh's with red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable, but proportionally less ungainly blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:Upon his initial release, Kenzan included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Zan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

{{picsneeded}}
{{-}}{{anchor|Kuromusha}}
[[File:Gotoy-KenzanKuromushaVer.jpg|thumb|right|400px|]]
*'''Kenzan Kuromusha ver.''' ([[November 16|11-16]]-13)
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: "Kenzan Kuromusha ver." is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] [[Black repaint|black]]-and-gold [[redeco]] of Kenzan. "Kuromusha" ("黒武者") means "Black Warrior".

{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Kenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Kenzan is a redeco of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Prowl (BS)#Bot Shots|Prowl]] with [[Mirage (BS)#Bot Shots|Mirage]]'s hood and front bumper. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] police car with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his twin swords, and a Japanese character. He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The name "Kenzan" could potentially have many meanings. Some Japanese characters which can be read "Ken" can mean "sword/blade," "heaven," or "emperor" (among many other things), and some characters that can be read "Zan" can mean "killing," "balance," and more. "Kenzan" can also be a word meaning "meeting/seeing," or it can refer to a needle-pointed base for standing flower arrangement, or it can mean a frog.

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Kenzan

2014-06-07T13:20:39Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

{{factions|autobot}}
:''Kenzan is an [[Autobot]] [[Swordbot]] from the [[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (franchise)|Go!]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Go ep 1 Kenzan.jpg|thumb|400px|]]

'''Kenzan''' (ケンザン) is an Autobot police car and leader of the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]. He can combine with [[Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh]] in various configurations. With Kenzan as the top, '''GoKenzan''' (ゴウケンザン ''Gōkenzan'') is formed. After the arrival of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Exprime]] on [[Earth]], he also gained the ability to combine with Optimus and the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team]] leader [[Gekisoumaru]]. With Kenzan forming the head, shoulders, and arms, the combined form is called '''DaiKenzan''' (ダイケンザン ''Daikenzan'').

{{bigquote|I'm Kenzan, of the Emergency Double-Blade Style! I fight using the Samurai principles of Zan, Jin, and Gan! |Kenzan|''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Transformers Go!]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Go!'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Kazuyuki Okitsu]] (Japanese)}}
{{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}} {{storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}
{{charstubfiction}}

==Toys==
===Go!===
*'''Kenzan''' ([[June 22|6-22]]-[[2013|13]])
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G01'''
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: Part of the second wave of [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Kenzan is a roughly Voyager-sized toy that transforms from a Japanese-style police interceptor into a samurai-styled robot, even including a robotic [[wikipedia:Chonmage|chonmage]] topknot! He can also form the top, middle or bottom of the Swordbot Samurai Team's three combined robot forms. He has two swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) that can be held or stored on tabs on his backpack or shoulders. He also has essentially no lower torso, with his legs and ''kusazuri'' flap masquerading as his abdomen.

:His ''kabuto'' helmet is worn in GoKenzan form to form the super-robot's head. It can also transform into a large, ungainly double-barreled cannon which can attach to Kenzan's back or, via 5mm post, be held by the robot or mounted atop the police car.

:Kenzan features complex electronic lights and sounds. In vehicle mode, pressing the Autobot-symbol button on his roof activates flashing lights and a repeating siren. Transformation into robot mode triggers a shout of "Transform!" and the classic transformation sound. In robot mode, pressing the same button triggers a number of phrases (in Japanese, natch). The button's functionality changes when held down: in police car mode, it now activates yet another phrase, while in robot mode, it triggers shouts by all three Swordbot Samurai to combine, followed by a musical "combination sequence" tune that plays until a) his kabuto is snapped in place, b) the button is pressed again, or c) his batteries run out. This music is accompanied by a strobing three-color LED.

:Once a combined form is completed, the kabuto attached determines what clips further presses of the button will play, but they are all dialogue delivered by the appropriate voice actor of the top third of the combination. In addition, GoKenzan's dialogue is punctuated with a blue LED, GoJinbu's with yellow, and GoGanoh's with red. The combined robot mode is armed with a giant melee weapon formed from all of their individual melee weapons, as well as an aesthetically-questionable, but proportionally less ungainly blaster/cannon made of the unused kabuto helmets.

:Upon his initial release, Kenzan included his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Zan]] when purchased from a large number of retailers (including [[Amazon|Amazon Japan]]).

{{picsneeded}}
{{-}}{{anchor|Kuromusha}}
[[File:Gotoy-KenzanKuromushaVer.jpg|thumb|right|400px|]]
*'''Kenzan Kuromusha ver.''' ([[November 16|11-16]]-13)
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, kabuto helmet/weapon

: "Kenzan Kuromusha ver." is a [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] [[Black repaint|black]]-and-gold [[redeco]] of Kenzan. "Kuromusha" ("黒武者") means "Black Warrior".

{{-}}

===BeCool===
[[File:Gotoy-BeCool-Kenzan.jpg|thumb|right|300px|]]
*'''Samurai Team BeCool Set''' ([[October 26|10-26]]-13)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G24'''

: Part of the sixth wave of ''Go!'' toys, ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' Kenzan is a redeco of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 [[Prowl (BS)#Bot Shots|Prowl]] with [[Mirage (BS)#Bot Shots|Mirage]]'s hood and front bumper. He transforms into a tiny, [[super deformed]] police car with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front bumper is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that depicts various symbols of the expression of his face, his twin swords, and a Japanese character. He comes in a three-pack with equally small, super deformed versions of [[Jinbu#BeCool|Jinbu]] and [[Ganoh#BeCool|Ganoh]].

{{--}}

==Notes==
*The name "Kenzan" is a made-up word that could potentially have many meanings. Some Japanese characters which can be read "Ken" can mean "sword/blade," "heaven," or "emperor" (among many other things), and some characters that can be read "Zan" can mean "killing," "balance," and more. "Kenzan" can also be a word meaning "meeting/seeing," or it can refer to a needle-pointed base for standing flower arrangement, or it can mean a frog.

[[Category:Combiners]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:BeCool Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys "R" Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]

Ganoh

2014-06-07T13:19:14Z

BraveMax: /* Notes */

Grimlock (WFC)

2014-06-07T01:21:00Z

BraveMax: /* Generations */

{{faction|autobot|hofsilver|lightningstrike}}
{{disambig3|Grimlock}}
{{featured}}

:''Grimlock is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:Grimlock FOC.png|thumb|upright=1.95|[[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]] poses haunt my nightmares.]]

'''Grimlock''' is a wild card among the Autobots. Huge and powerful, he is also ego-maniacal, impatient and willful. He views [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] as a weak leader, too afraid to make the tough calls and act on instinct. As such Grimlock is more than ready to disobey orders if he thinks the ends will justify the means. His one obvious redeeming feature is his attachment to his team. As leader of the [[Lightning Strike Coalition|Lightning Strike Coalition Force]], he has gathered together a group of similar minded individuals he would do anything for. Together they handle the jobs the Autobots don't have the stomach for.

[[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave's]] experiments not only granted Grimlock a new alternate form, but increased his power tenfold. Unfortunately this was at the cost of his intelligence. While he is far from stupid, Shockwave's experiments have made it more difficult for the former field commander to think rationally and made his already prominent rage issues all the more severe. Fortunately his team, reborn as the [[Dinobot (FOC)|Dinobots]], have become more tight-knit than ever. Together they are helping overcome his disgust at what Shockwave has done to him and see the advantages of his new power.

{{quote|No one controls '''GRIMLOCK!'''|Grimlock|''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''Hall of Fame'' bios===
Grimlock was a [[gladiatorial combat|gladiator]] from [[Kaon]], but chose to join the Autobots early on in the war. His dislike of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] and shock and awe approach to combat meant he was not regarded as a great leader, but he has survived long enough to earn a high rank and command of the Lightning Strike Coalition. Captured by [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]], they were reformatted into the Dinobots. During a battle with [[Scorponok (Prime)|Scorponok]], Grimlock's vocal [[processors]] were damaged, causing his awkward manner of speaking. {{storylink|Transformers Hall of Fame}}

===IDW Aligned comics===
[[File:GoodIntentions-Grimlock.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|Don't mind these tires. I'm actually a treaded vehicle.]]
Shortly before the [[Great Exodus]], the Lightning Strike Coalition were a brutal subgroup of Autobots under the leadership of Grimlock who reluctantly followed [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]'s more cautious brand of warfare... when ordered. Optimus preferred playing the long game, but Grimlock felt that caution would hinder their attempts at quick victory. During one of the Lightning Strike Coalition's missions, Optimus Prime ordered them to return to base and abandon their battle, lest they waste precious energon. Grimlock reluctantly obeyed. However, when it was discovered that [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]] was in Decepticon custody, Grimlock ignored Optimus Prime's orders, broke ranks, and the Lightning Strike Coalition went after him on their own. {{storylink|Good Intentions}} Grimlock, secure in his arrogance, was glad that the fate of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] rested in his hands. {{storylink|Secrets (FOC)|Secrets}}

Grimlock and the others traveled to Swoop's last known location in the [[Rust Sea]], fought through wave after wave of weird multilegged creatures, and finally reached the mastermind behind Swoop's disappearance, [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]], who had deliberately lured them there alone in order to take them as prisoners and avail himself of their infamous hardiness by using them as victims in his experiments. As the others were overwhelmed by Shockwave's [[Insecticon (WFC)|Insecticon]]s, {{storylink|Siege Mentality}} Grimlock struggled free of the creatures to engage Shockwave himself, only to be swiftly felled by the surgery-like precision of the Decepticon's attack. {{storylink|Last Stand}}

Awakening in Shockwave's laboratory, Grimlock soon found his entire body painfully disassembled by the scientist's machines, in the service of a twisted experiment to create the perfect soldier with incredible physical power and limited intellect. To this end, Grimlock and his teammates were reconstructed into new, more powerful forms based on [[dinosaur (dinosaur)|ancient reptilian creatures]] from [[Earth|another world]] that Shockwave had glimpsed through a [[space bridge]] he had discovered in the [[Rust Sea]]. {{storylink|Fragmentation (FOC)|Fragmentation}} His mind fragmenting, Grimlock struggled against Shockwave's mental conditioning, refusing to succumb to his control. Left strung up in the lab, in time, Grimlock was approached by [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], who offered to free him if he would destroy [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] for him. Grimlock exploited the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]]'s hubris to effect an escape under his own power, and quickly located and freed his comrades, before pressing on to confront Shockwave at the base of his space bridge tower. Grimlock's new alternate mode gave him the power to triumph in the battle that followed, but also resulted in the destruction of the bridge control console. {{storylink|Fall}} Grimlock was thought lost in the subsequent explosion, but in time, his team-mates—whom he christened the [[Dinobot (FOC)|Dinobots]]—found his deactivated form and revived him. {{storylink|Rage of the Dinobots issue 4|Rage of the Dinobots #4}}

[[File:RageOfTheDinobots2-UltraMagnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Me Grimlock Dino-Might!]]

Following the departure of the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]] and ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'' from [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Grimlock and his Dinobots, in concert with [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]], tried to keep the Decepticons away from other Autobot ships who were departing their world. After Ultra Magnus was shot down in his vessel, Grimlock and the Dinobots ventured into the wastelands to recover him, only to discover upon reaching his ship that he had been already been captured by Shockwave's bestial [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]]s. Grimlock battled one of their number, [[Backbite (Prime)|Backbite]], in dinosaur mode, but was overtaken by primordial rage and lost control of himself, turning on his fellow Dinobots. As they calmed him down, Backbite fled with a captive Swoop. {{storylink|Rage of the Dinobots issue 1|Rage of the Dinobots #1}}

Pursuing the Predacon to Shockwave's prison fortress in the Rust Sea, the Dinobots staged a raid and liberated the prisoners—Ultra Magnus among them—but as they attempted to escape, they were confronted by the Shockwave's lieutenant [[Ser-Ket]] and her new prize: a brainwashed Swoop who swore fealty to Shockwave. {{storylink|Rage of the Dinobots issue 2|Rage of the Dinobots #2}} Grimlock proposed a one-on-one battle with Ser-Ket: if Grimlock won, Ser-Ket would restore Swoop, but if he lost, he would surrender himself willingly. Ser-Ket agreed, and the battle was well-matched until Grimlock transformed into dinosaur mode. Losing control, he easily bested his foe, but again turned on his comrades, only being roused from his blinding fury by begging from Swoop, who had returned to himself after a knock to the head. The day was not yet won, however—Ser-Ket survived, and threatened the Dinobots once again in her mightier dragon mode. Only when her head was run through with Grimlock's sword was she finally defeated. {{storylink|Rage of the Dinobots issue 3|Rage of the Dinobots #3}}

Immediately following this victory, however, the Dinobots and Magnus were attacked by Shockwave himself, who disabled them with an [[electromagnetic pulse]] and took them back to one of his laboratories. He placed Grimlock on his operating table, intending to have a remote-controlled avatar in his image carry out an operation that would remove all remaining traces of sentience from Grimlock, but fortunately, Magnus and the others were able to escape the cell they had been placed in and burst into the lab before the process could begin. The Dinobots tore Shockwave's avatar apart, and Grimlock announced that they would be staying on Cybertron to protect it and root out Shockwave and any other lingering Decepticon threats. {{storylink|Rage of the Dinobots issue 4|Rage of the Dinobots #4}}

Grimlock eventually became a leader of one of Cybertrons surviving underground cities who gravely hears appeals and delivers judgements from his throne, although this often helped build up the internal rage within him as he could only take so many complains at once. Later [[Sludge (FOC)|Sludge]] came with [[Firestar (Prime)|Firestar]] who requested help, Grimlock however who had a falling out with [[New Kalis]] refused to help, going as far to transform into his dino-form just to state how serious he was
{{storylink|Beast Hunters issue 1|Beast Hunters #1}}
{{storylink|Beast Hunters issue 2|Beast Hunters #2}}

{{charstubfiction}}
==Games==
===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Crispin Freeman]] (English)

[[File:WFCDS Grimlock.jpg|thumb|left|125px|Me Grimlock too big to fit on screen.]]
Grimlock and Swoop were two powerful best friends who'd apparently taken no side in the war for the planet. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], leader of the Autobots, came to them to recruit them to the cause. Grimlock dismissed the [[Decepticon]] threat, claiming they were "too stupid" to mess with him and Swoop. The Autobots tried to explain that the Dark Energon could ravage Cybertron permanently, but Grimlock and [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]] almost came to blows. Optimus began playing to Grimlock's self-centered ego, saying no one was stronger than Grimlock and Swoop, to the former's pleasure. Ironhide and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] joined in, but adding that with [[Dark Energon]], [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and his forces could be stronger than Grimlock and Swoop.

Grimlock decided that he and Swoop would consider joining the Autobots, but just as negotiations were to begin, Grimlock noticed Swoop had been missing since the Autobots arrived. Grimlock said they would speak once Swoop was rescued from the Decepticons. Once Swoop was safe, he immediately joined the Autobots in gratitude. Grimlock declared he wouldn't join the Autobots yet, but tag along to protect his best friend.

[[File:GrimlockWFCconceptart.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Me Grimlock transform into blackboard eraser!]]

Grimlock subsequently actively participated in the campaigns to save the [[Core]] of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Grimlock said that even though the Decepticon army was waiting for them at the Core, all they'd wait for from him was a butt-kicking. Ironhide pondered aloud if it was a good idea to bring Grimlock along, but as Optimus put it, "Do you want to be the one to argue with them?"

Grimlock also participated in the battle against the massive Decepticon [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]], and presumably stayed behind with Optimus on Cybertron while the Autobot population evacuated the planet.

Grimlock was apparently wandering around an [[Energon]] purification station the Autobots had been using, and picked a fight with the Autobots. To his utter surprise, the Autobots beat Grimlock, and he finally joined them. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}
{{-}}

===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===
:''Voice actor:'' [[Gregg Berger]]

{{Note|On [[September 11]], [[2012]], Grimlock and [[Swoop (WFC)|the rest]] [[Slug (FOC)|of the]] [[Snarl (FOC)|Dinobots]], excluding [[Sludge (FOC)|Sludge]], were made available for download in the Dinobot Destructor Pack on Xbox 360, Playstation 3 and Steam.<ref>http://www.theverge.com/gaming/2012/9/4/3283751/transformer-fall-of-cybertron-is-bringing-the-dinobots-to-competitive</ref>}}

[[File:FOC-theonecalledGrimlock.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|''"Here I am, there you are - Why does it seem so far?"'']]

Before the [[Great Exodus]], Grimlock and his Lightning Strike Coalition were ordered to help guard the Ark prior to its launch. However, they picked up unusual energy emissions from the [[Rust Sea|Sea of Rust]] and Grimlock had them steal a dropship to go investigate. It turned out Shockwave and his [[Insecticon (WFC)|Insecticons]] had discovered an ancient Cybertronian Space Bridge. They battled the Insecticons but four of the team were captured. Shockwave decided to use them as guinea pigs in an experiment, using the DNA of creatures discovered on an energy-rich planet to reformat the LSC into massively powerful dinosaur forms. While all members of the team were experimented on, Grimlock's change was the most extreme. Shockwave rerouted a large amount of the energy for his cerebral circuitry in order to boost his already impressive physical strength. Once the change was complete, Grimlock was more powerful and durable than almost any other Cybertronian, but the changes left him mentally impaired, limiting his ability to think. In order to control him, Shockwave placed an inhibitor in Grimlock which prevented him from transforming.

[[File:FOC-Grimlocktower.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Zeus! Your son has returned. I bring the destruction of Olympus!"]]

Following a pain-based test, the restrained Grimlock was approached by a recently ousted [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], who offered to free Grimlock in exchange for his help battling Megatron. Grimlock proposed a counter-offer: grabbing the less than cautious Starscream and using him as a projectile to smash the control console. Now free, Grimlock made his way through the duplicate space-bridge tower Shockwave and his Insecticons had constructed, leaving a path of destruction and dead bodies in his wake. He eventually managed to track down and free [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]]. Grimlock was perturbed to see Swoop's personality remained the same, as did his ability to transform. It didn't help that Swoop greatly enjoyed his new form and that unlike Grimlock, Swoop couldn't remember the torture they had endured. The pair attempted to track down [[Slug (FOC)|Slug]] but, just before reaching his containment lab, was intercepted by [[Hardshell (Prime)|Hardshell]] who tried to slow them down using a mounted turret. Working together, Swoop and Grimlock defeated the Insecticon and used his face to open a door.

[[File:FOC-Grimlockspacetrex.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|Don't worry, Snarl. I'm sure the Wizard can fix you. To Oz?]]

Arriving at Slug's lab, they found a massive tunnel leading to the depths of the tower, where the Insections were feeding on unlucky Decepticons. Separated from Swoop, Grimlock was taunted by Shockwave and Kickback for his inability to transform. Enraged, he chased Kickback down before being attacked by a giant Insecticon. Grimlock defeated it, but Kickback's taunts about his defeat in the Sea of Rust angered him to such a degree, he over-rode Shockwave's block and transformed to his ''T''. ''rex'' form. Making short work of Kickback's forces, he drove the Insecticon to retreat...straight into a collapsing door, brought down by Slug. Reunited, Grimlock and Slug made their way to the exterior base of the tower where they met with Swoop. The trio then travelled through the Insecticon infested area, eventually stumbling upon [[Snarl (FOC)|Snarl]], trapped in a forcefield and being tortured by [[Sharpshot]]. While Slug and Swoop tried to free Snarl, Grimlock battled the Insecticons and brought down the forcefield generator. He then slaughtered a terrified Sharpshot. At Slug's suggestion, they made their way to a place where Snarl could be repaired.

[[File:FOC-GrimlockShockwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mmm... arm tasty, but alarm clock tastes funny.]]

The LSC made their way to an observation deck which not only oversaw Shockwave's space bridge, but contained files on the forms Shockwave had forced upon them, including the one he had planned for the missing [[Sludge (FOC)|Sludge]]. It was then the team threw aside their previous name and took the title Sharpshot and Kickback and given them, the Dinobots. In the lab, Slug revealed the tower's purpose in transporting the Decepticons to an energy-rich planet and, against Grimlock's wishes, contacted Prime. Grimlock updated Optimus but refused to rally together, deciding that the Dinobots would handle things their way. Unfortunately, Shockwave activated the space bridge and Grimlock was thrown into the air. Saved by Swoop, he was transported close to the control center of the tower before the winds became too much, separating them. Crashing into the tower, Grimlock tried to sneak up on Shockwave, but found himself once more restrained. As Shockwave finalised procedures with Megatron, a furious Grimlock transformed himself free, tore off and ate Shockwave's arm, and smashed the control console. Unfortunately, this massively destabilised the tower and it collapsed before he could escape. However, as the Dinobots watched the tower collapse, something was transported from the space bridge to the now unstable wormhole formed above Cybertron... {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}
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===''Transformers On Your Street''===
Grimlock arrived on [[you]]r street to defend against Shockwave, who arrived from space in jet mode. Although the Decepticon's initial blow sent the Dinobot flying, watched by you through your blinds, Grimlock stared down his opponent and transformed into dinosaur mode. The sight of this was enough to send Shockwave flying away, presumably to your relief. {{storylink|Transformers On Your Street}}

==Toys==
===Generations===
[[File:Generations fall of cybertron voyager grimlock.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It was either a swollen tail or ''very'' skinny legs.]]
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*'''Grimlock''' (Voyager Class, 2012)
**''Series / number'': '''1 / #003'''
**''Japanese release date:'' '''[[June 29|06-29]]-[[2013]]'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''TG19'''
**''Accessories'': Sword, shield

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Voyager Class toys, ''Fall of Cybertron'' Grimlock transforms into a robotic [[Popular beast alternate modes|tyrannosaurus rex]]. He comes with a sword with a [[5mm post|5mm handle]] and a peg on either side of the hilt, as well as a shield which can mount via its single peg. Grimlock features 5mm ports for his hands, as well as on his forearms/lower dino legs and shoulders/dino hips. Interestingly, the hollow sides of his dinosaur arms feature [[Cyberverse]]-compatible [[C joint|3mm ports]].

:His main [[gimmick]]s, however, are that he has a light in his dinosaur mouth, and a chomping dinosaur jaw. When a lever behind his dino head is pulled, his mouth opens, and the light turns on, strongly illuminating his head. This gimmick can also be used in robot mode, as his dino head ends up inside his hollow chest, although it's not as effective. The [[insignia]] on his chest is the Lightning Strike Coalition variant of the Autobrand.

:The [[TakaraTomy]] version, part of the seventh wave of Japanese ''Generations'' toys, replaces his gray plastics with darker shades, coats much of his gold plastic in shiny metallic gold paint, paints his tail tip silver and his abdomen red, and features more [[Paint operation|paint details]], among other deco changes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/FOCGrimlock/grimlock.htm More information on ''Generations'' Grimlock at TFU.info]''

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*'''Fireblast Grimlock''' (Voyager Class, 2014)
**''Japanese release date:'' '''[[March 29|03-29]]-[[2014]]'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''N/A'''
**''Accessories'': Sword, shield

:A [[redeco]] of the ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Voyager Class ''Fall of Cybertron'' Grimlock toy, Fireblast Grimlock features a new metallic red paint scheme as an homage to [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Transformers: Super Link]] [[Cruellock#Magma|Dinobot Magma-Type]] and [[Activators]] [[Grimlock (Animated)#Fireblast|Fireblast Grimlock]] from [[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers: Animated]]. He transforms into a robotic [[Popular beast alternate modes|tyrannosaurus rex]], and comes with the same accessories and gimmicks as the original Grimlock version of this mold.

:This release was exclusive to certain BicCamera and Kojima stores in Japan.

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===Platinum Edition===
[[File:Platinum Edition FOC Grimlock.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Grimlock vs Decepticon Bruticus''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
**''Accessories'': Sword, shield

:''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' Grimlock is a [[redeco]] of his ''Fall of Cybertron'' toy, featuring a more thoroughly-painted sword, as well as a gold [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] torso and dino neck. He comes with a game-accurate redeco of ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Bruticus (WFC)#Platinum Edition|Decepticon Bruticus]].

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==Notes==
[[File:FOC Grimlock vs Insecticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|In the end, it was not guns or bombs that defeated the aliens, but that humblest of all God's creatures, the ''Tyrannosaurus rex''.]]
*The gladiator aspect of Grimlock's [[Transformers Hall of Fame|Hall of Fame]] nomination bio is based on his [[Grimlock (G1)#Dreamwave Generation One continuity|Dreamwave]] and [[Grimlock (G1)#IDW Generation 1 continuity|IDW]] incarnations, while his enmity with Scorponok has shades of the latter and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]'s story.
*Grimlock's ''War for Cybertron'' DS form was designed by illustrator [[David White]].
*As reproduced in ''[[Transformers Vault]]'', according to the map of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] in [[Hasbro]]'s "[[Binder of Revelation]]" (the [[production bible]] for the [[Aligned continuity family]]), Grimlock comes from [[Simfur]] (from where he was presumably transferred to Kaon). This is a reference to prolific ''Transformers'' scribe [[Simon Furman]], whose signature character is Grimlock.
*[[High Moon Studios]]' [[Matt Tieger]] has claimed in various interviews and features for ''Fall of Cybertron'' that Grimlock was not originally in the "Binder of Revelation", and that he convinced them that a backstory for them had to be incorporated.
*Tieger also likened Grimlock to the [[Hulk]], for the fact he can only transform in ''Fall of Cybertron'' by gaining a number of kills in battle and filling up a "rage meter".<ref>[http://metro.co.uk/2011/12/12/transformers-fall-of-cybertron-exclusive-interview-planetary-reboot-251941/ Metro interview with Matt Tieger]</ref>
*Grimlock was used on the promotional image on the Valentine's Day of 2012 on [[Activision Blizzard|Activision]]'s ''Transformers'' Game Facebook.<ref>[http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10150688771875097 What do you do on Valentine's Day when you want to make it count? We know....]</ref>
*Grimlock has a Titan body type.
*Grimlock's Dino Mode head is available ''Fall of Cybertron'' Multiplayer as a Beast-type component for Titan-class characters.
*Grimlock is by far the largest individual playable character in ''Fall of Cybertron'', and second overall only to the [[combiner]] Bruticus.

===Foreign names===
*''Russian:'' '''Smel'chak''' (Смельчак, "Daredevil")

==Footnotes==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Dinobots]]
[[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Gladiators]]
[[Category:Hall of Fame]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron Autobots]]

The Fallen

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[[File:HeatScramble-TheFallen.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The levitation trick gets The Fallen all The Ladies at parties.]]

If the [[Thirteen|first Transformers]] were [[Primus]]' disciples, then '''The Fallen''' is his Judas. At the dawn of time, he was '''Megatronus''', one of a brotherhood of vastly powerful beings dedicated to the well-being of their world. But The Fallen would gain his current moniker by turning against his brother [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]s and his purpose to pursue his own ends, also earning the moniker "the first Decepticon" in the process. His frightening form is a metal cage for primal, burning forces of [[Unicron|chaos]], giving him the appearance of a living furnace. These cauldron-like forces purged him of what empathy and morality remained; all that remains now is hatred and purest rage.

The Fallen is immensely powerful. He commands mystic, entropic arts, and when at full strength he can un-make creation at his focused will. He is rarely defeated; at best he is contained, where he waits with eternal patience for the chance to unleash his dark powers once again. Though he has at times been imprisoned between dimensions, this rarely lasts. When his power is at its height The Fallen can open [[space bridge]]s and travel between dimensions and realities at will.

If there is any reprieve, it is that there is only one of him. Like his brothers, The Fallen is a [[multiversal singularity]],<ref>[[Forest Lee]], [[BotCon 2009]]</ref> meaning that in all of the vast [[Continuity|multiverse]], he has no alternate-universe doppelganger. He may appear different in different realities but that is merely surface, it is always the same singular force of eldritch evil beneath. In several realities he is the originator of the [[Decepticon]]s, the catalyst that prompted [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] to claim power for himself rather than the greater good. While the exact details of his past are complicated beyond the understanding of mortals,<ref>See [[Hasbro Q&A/July 2009: Answers|Hasbro Q&A/July 2009: Answer #3]] for more information.</ref> two things remain consistent: He is bad news, and he's on fire.

{{quote|You... you're from ''before''. Aren't you?|[[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]] on The Fallen|"[[Confrontation (issue)|Confrontation]]"}}

==Origins==
As explained in more detail in the appropriate sections below, The Fallen has been given different origin stories in several of the different continuities in which he has appeared. At first glance, these may seem to be in conflict, but they are simply another facet of his nature as a singularity. The Fallen and other beings of his type do not experience reality in the same manner as lesser, linear beings. With the complicated loops and twists of time and dimension, he is quite capable of possessing different origins in the different realities he enters and still remaining one singular entity. To paraphrase Walt Whitman: Does he contradict himself? Very well, then he contradicts himself. He is large. He contains multitudes.

==Fiction==
===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:Thefallen.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|Ah, you know it's funny, these people, they go to sleep, they think everything's fine, everything's good... They wake up the next day and they're on fire.]]

When Primus and Unicron first battled as planets, Primus created the first 13 Transformers to assist him in planet mode. The Fallen's original purpose as one of the 13 was to oversee entropy, the orderly dissolution of all things in preparation for the next creation. But the concept of destruction fascinated him too much, and he lost sight of the goal of rebirth and the necessity of restraint. His investigations into the dark sciences led him to Unicron, to whom he gave himself.<ref>[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/titanium/the-fallen/1126/2/9/ Fallen's ''Titanium Series'' on-package bio]</ref> Corrupted by Unicron, the Fallen then tried to sabotage his creator's body. This attempt ended in failure, and "The Fallen" fled to his master, but there was little refuge to be found: They were both sucked into a [[black hole]]. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Guide}}

Approximately 7 million years before the 21st century, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] were lost in a [[space bridge]] accident. This accident weakened the barrier between reality and [[underspace|the dimension]] in which The Fallen was trapped, allowing The Fallen to eventually break free and return to Cybertron. The Fallen set about initiating the "[[Unbinding]]", to precipitate the return of Unicron, and spent years, if not millennia, subtly manipulating the Autobots and Decepticons, causing them to splinter into multiple sub-factions that engaged in a constant series of escalating conflicts.

[[File:Thefallenseeksfour.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Hey, The Fallen, ever heard of Tums?]]

As the time for the Unbinding drew near, the Fallen recruited a [[Chaos Trinity|trio of Decepticon outcasts]], [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]], [[Mindwipe (G1)|Mindwipe]], and [[Bugly (G1)|Bugly]], who hungered for a command of [[Dark science|the occult]]. The Fallen promised them all manner of dark powers in exchange for serving him. Leading his three followers to the [[Well of All Sparks]], hidden within Cybertron, he explained that the Unbinding required four particular Transformers, who would function as "angles in the geometry of dissolution", and named [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] as the first. {{storylink|Fragmentation (G1)|Fragmentation}}

The Fallen and company proceeded to construct a strange machine within the Well of All Sparks in preparation for the Unbinding. Unfortunately, Bludgeon and friends got impatient for more than The Fallen's praise and demanded a more tangible reward: the arcane power he had promised them. The Fallen responded by grabbing Bludgeon’s head and giving him a mere glimpse of what he sought: images of a fiery vortex, demonic faces, stabbing swords and a human skull engulfed Bludgeon. The Fallen stated that this was but a peek inside a dark door he would fully open if they served him well. This left Bludgeon suitably inspired to begin hunting down their targets.

[[File:Thefallengrimlock.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|Someone should tell Grimlock this more often.]]

Bugly and Mindwipe leaked information to draw the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] out into combat with [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], while Bludgeon hatched a plot to snare both Grimlock and [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]]. {{storylink|Escalation}} Bludgeon, Bugly, and Mindwipe ambushed Jetfire as he attempted a cross-faction meeting with [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]. When Grimlock crashed the party earlier than they expected, however, The Fallen himself had to intervene and caught Grimlock’s blazing energo-sword in his bare hand. {{storylink|Revelation (The Dark Ages)|Revelation}}

Grimlock took one punch from The Fallen yet still got back up, so The Fallen grabbed him by the shoulders and unleashed a huge blast of energy that put the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]] leader out cold. Shocked by the display, Jetfire surmised that The Fallen predated the Golden Age, which impressed The Fallen, but he still knocked Jetfire out cold. He dragged Grimlock and Jetfire away and commanded his followers to gather the third angle while he handled the fourth. The Fallen singlehandedly abducted [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] from his well-guarded holding cell in Autobot headquarters, shrugging off attacks by some of the Autobots' best warriors and causing their weapons to corrode away into uselessness with a mere gesture. Bludgeon's team, meanwhile, succeeded in acquiring [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] from the Protectobots.

[[File:Fallenmoreonfire.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|The Fallen somehow sets himself ''more on fire''.]]

All four angles were strapped to the device in the Well of All Sparks. Launching into full B-movie villain mode, The Fallen theatrically monologued to the awakening Jetfire that they were casualties in the war of the Gods, and would be used to break the Seal of Primus, after which "all chaos will follow". {{storylink|Confrontation (issue)|Confrontation}}

The Fallen continued his villainous monologue, apparently directing it not at Jetfire but at Primus himself, as the four Transformers' unique sparks were drained to unlock the Seal of Primus. A combined army of forces from several factions defeated the Chaos Trinity and penetrated The Fallen's operation. By the time they reached the door, The Fallen was satisfied that the Transformers were too late, until Jetfire arranged a force-field to surround the Seal. The Fallen was further impressed that Jetfire understood enough to try to contain the Seal, but his distraction cost him victory: the God of Light himself was subsequently roused from his slumber where he saw The Fallen. With a gesture of his radiant hand, Primus engulfed his wayward creation in a torrent of searing energy that was then sucked back into the Seal of Primus. {{storylink|Conflagration}}

{{note|The Fallen would've returned in a one-shot story entitled "[[The Enemy Within]]", when in the present, Jetfire discovers Shockwave broke the Seal for his cloning experiments. The Fallen's essence escaped and corrupted [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]], and following his death, passed into Jetfire. Dreamwave's bankruptcy meant the story was never published.}}

===''Cybertron'' comic===
[[File:Vectorprimeut.jpg|thumb|upright=0.8|Back, and to the left.]]
[[Vector Prime]]'s reminiscences of his mission and history included standing with his fellow 13 original Transformers, The Fallen's silhouette visible in their ranks. {{storylink|Vector Prime: In the Beginning}}
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===Live-action film series===
====IDW ''Revenge of the Fallen'' comics====
[[File:Defianceissue4-creation.jpg|left|thumb|upright=0.85|Look [[Prima|familiar]]?]]

According to what The Fallen told [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] as part of the latter's recruitment, The Fallen and his brothers were the first creations of the [[AllSpark]]. The planet that would become [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] was mostly barren, but as the AllSpark gradually shaped Cybertron around them and gave The Fallen and his brothers power beyond measure, the AllSpark became depleted. They learned that the its power could be replenished by harvesting the energy of stars, but they were unable to locate new stars to suit their purposes, despite their amazing ability to travel between dimensions using triangular "[[sarcophagus|sarcophagi]]". {{storylink|Defiance issue 4|Defiance #4}}

The Fallen believed the AllSpark spoke only to him, telling him of a grander destiny than that of his brothers. He was its "chosen one." {{storylink|Tales of the Fallen issue 4|Tales of the Fallen #4}} The AllSpark granted The Fallen a race of [[Transformer|workers]] that had a power of their own: They could change their forms! Some, called "[[Seeker (ROTF)|Seekers]]", could even change into interstellar crafts that could locate stars for them. The [[Dynasty of Primes]], as the entities and their descendants were known, would then come and build a harvester which would destroy the star and send its power to the AllSpark. The Dynasty tempered their search with the rule of sparing stars with inhabited worlds, but The Fallen believed that the Dynasty's compassion would ultimately doom the Cybertronians to inevitable extinction. As he sought a way to fix this problem, The Fallen came to think evil thoughts. What if there were no other Primes to share the AllSpark with? What if its power was his alone? {{storylink|Defiance issue 4|Defiance #4}}

[[File:JetfireROTF-TalesoftheFallen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I'm trustworthy!]]

The Fallen began to court some Transformers to his side. He selected a small number of the [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicon]] drones to do his bidding in private, ultimately in service of subverting the Dynasty of Primes in favor of his own agenda. He called this group the Decepticons. [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]], The Fallen's most trusted and capable Seeker, began to unwittingly harvest the stars of inhabited star systems; the two would scan a system together, but The Fallen would report that his search areas were devoid of life. This practice got The Fallen and Jetfire into trouble with the other Primes, and so The Fallen began to sow seeds of mistrust in Jetfire. He claimed the Primes' refusal to sacrifice life to save their own planet would be its downfall, and that an army must be readied in case the Primes betrayed them all. {{storylink|Tales of the Fallen issue 3|Tales of the Fallen #3}}

[[File:TalesoftheFallen4-theyshallpay.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|Yummy yummy I've got hate in my tummy!]]

The Fallen attempted to build a Star Harvester on his own, powered by a counterfeit [[Matrix of Leadership]] he had constructed. However, it was unstable, and the resulting explosion infused The Fallen with power he had never known. He now burned with dark, unimaginable powers from within. The Fallen, feeling a darker sense of purpose that complemented his darker powers, traveled from world to world to world, killing scores of organisms and assimilating their technology, and leaving the dry husks of planets in his wake. He evolved, and during his ascension he planned for the eventual battle with his brothers. {{storylink|Tales of the Fallen issue 4|Tales of the Fallen #4}}

As Jetfire joined the Decepticons, The Fallen took them to a planet named Earth, and they built a [[Star Harvester]] to claim the [[Sun]]. However, it, too, harbored life: The Fallen was building the harvester there to either bait his brothers into taking action (while he was prepared to kill them all) or to remain in limbo. Either way, he won! Jetfire finally turned against his master, just as the remaining Primes arrived, falling into the traitor's trap. The Fallen warped Jetfire and his other underlings away and faced his brothers alone. {{storylink|Tales of the Fallen issue 3|Tales of the Fallen #3}}

[[File:TalesoftheFallen4-notlikethis.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Ever since he was a child, he was hated by triangles.]]

The battle between The Fallen and the other Primes was costly. They did not expect The Fallen to have so much power, and one by one they fell by his wretched hand. He had "expanded [his] consciousness—absorbed the mental mass of a hive intelligence seventy trillion strong, probed the neural functions of creatures that swim in unrefined thought..." Since last they met, he was "so much more" than they were. The Fallen was able to grab weapons from his stockpile through personal dimensional portals, and one by one he murdered his brothers until there was only one Prime left to oppose him. With one last desperate gamble, the final Prime fled, and he and The Fallen warped from location to location; The Fallen thought this Prime was merely stalling, but he was gravely mistaken. The final Prime had gathered up the bodies of his defeated brothers, and when at last he had collected them all and The Fallen was weak from overteleportation, he used their combined lifeforce to banish The Fallen forever. The Fallen was trapped through a sarcophagi to another dimension, where he crashed into a desolate landscape, swearing revenge. {{storylink|Tales of the Fallen issue 4|Tales of the Fallen #4}}{{storylink|Foundation issue 2}} Back on Earth, the harvester was covered by the [[Human|natives]] with a pyramid. {{storylink|Defiance issue 4|Defiance #4}}

Knowledge of this was lost through the ages, and the Dynasty of Primes became little more than a myth. Eons later, a mysterious pylon was found buried on Cybertron by modern-day Transformers and delivered to Megatron's private quarters. Unbeknownst to them all, this was the sarcophagus of The Fallen, and upon activation, it healed the grievously-wounded Cybertronian military leader and established contact between him and its prisoner. Filled with a new resolve to destroy those who sought out the AllSpark, Megatron's optics were tinted red by the encounter. {{Storylink|Defiance issue 2|Defiance #2}} In the aftermath of Megatron's ruthless battle against a band of aliens seeking the AllSpark, The Fallen further counseled him to seize control of Cybertron to make way for The Fallen's return. He also told him that [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus]] sought the AllSpark for himself, and Megatron immediately decided that Optimus and his followers deserved to be killed for this transgression. {{Storylink|Defiance issue 3|Defiance #3}}

[[File:Defiance4 Megatron TheFallen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|left|All right, who changed the thermostat!?]]

But simply taking the planet would not be enough. The Fallen also ordered Megatron to build a [[Nemesis (Movie)|space cruiser]] to seek out the Matrix, which he said was a prerequisite to his return. As the ship's construction came to an end, The Fallen told Megatron the story of his origin (recounted above) and his plans regarding the harvester on Earth. The Fallen ordered Megatron to put his sarcophagus on the ship and then stay behind to fight Optimus's forces and safeguard the AllSpark. [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]] and a majority of the Decepticon soldiers crewed the ship.
Meanwhile on Cybertron, civil war raged between Optimus's Autobots and Megatron's Decepticons, a war which eventually led to the AllSpark being launched into space. {{storylink|Defiance issue 4|Defiance #4}} {{storylink|Foundation issue 3|Foundation #3}}

The ''Nemesis'' came across the AllSpark's energon signature, to Soundwave's disbelief. The Fallen began speaking to Soundwave just as a [[Ark (DOTM)|ship]] crashed into the ''Nemesis'', and disappeared once more through a portal. After landing the ship on a dead planet, Soundwave was commanded to pursue the ship via the portal — that The Fallen recognized as a [[space bridge]] — it left behind. {{storylink|Convergence chapter 1}} Later, Megatron found the abandoned ''Nemesis'' during his pursuit of the AllSpark. He once again spoke with The Fallen, who was furious that Megatron had taken this detour. He ordered him to resume the chase immediately, confident that the Cube would guide them to the harvester. Megatron obeyed, leaving the sarcophagus in the barren wreckage. {{storylink|Defiance issue 4|Defiance #4}}

Thousands of years later, Soundwave returned, having recovered a space bridge [[pillar]] from the Autobot ship. The Fallen informed Soundwave of Megatron's visit, and Soundwave deduced Megatron was one of the Cybertronians rumored to held captive by the humans, prompting him to return. The Fallen then used the pillar to warp space and time, leaving his prison at last... {{storylink|Convergence chapter 4}}
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====''I Can Read''====
[[File:TheFallen-RiseoftheDecepticons.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|I can has face?]]
[[File:TheFallen-thrownintospace.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Maybe Prime doesn't want your stupid face!]]
The Fallen is the most powerful and evil of Decepticons, but he has been asleep for ages. But now he's woken up, and he has designs on Earth! Will he and Megatron be too powerful to defeat? {{storylink|Rise of the Decepticons}}

The Fallen flies towards Earth. Since he feeds on energy, he is more powerful than even Megatron! He plans to absorb the energy of the Sun.

Thankfully, Optimus Prime and his Autobots are here to stop him. Ultimately, The Fallen is thrown through a portal leading into outer space. {{storylink|I Am Optimus Prime (ROTF)|I Am Optimus Prime}}
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====''Transformers: The Movie Universe''====
The original Transformers, all of them Primes, were united by a directive that safeguarded all life, and as such they refused to utilize the harvester on the inhabited Earth. One of their number, however, decided "I want Energon!" and slaughtered his brothers so he could harvest the Sun. He threw away his original name and became the Fallen. In the end, he slaughtered all of his brethren, but they were still able to imprison him in a pocket dimension and save the Earth. In the process, his appearance had changed to a terrifying, cage-like exostructure burning with chaotic energies from the universe's creation, forces that had purged him of all morality. Since his body was never meant to contain the unholy power flowing through it, he had to steadily vent that energy to ensure his own continued existence. This created the visual effect of a constant fiery nimbus.

While effectively harmless to the universe outside his prison, his powers remained vast: He could generate space bridges spontaneously, as well as focus his energies into discrete blasts that could unmake creation itself. Were he ever able to escape, he would be a supremely powerful danger. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fallen: The Movie Universe|The Movie Universe}}

====Titan Magazines ''Revenge of the Fallen'' comics====
The worst of the worst, he makes Devastator look like a puppy with a bad tummy! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.3|#3's Contents section}}

Legend has it that the first seven Transformers were created by [[Primus]], but the Fallen believes them to be creations of the AllSpark. Their task was to harvest Energon for the AllSpark without endangering alien life, but the Fallen cared nothing for the [[Human|puny meatsacks]] of Earth and tried to harvest the Sun! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.3|The Fallen Profile}} His duped servant Jetfire watched in horror as the Fallen imprisoned the other six Primes! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.8|Jetfire Profile}} However, the Primes still managed to sacrifice themselves to hide the Creation Matrix, key to the AllSpark, while the Fallen was imprisoned in a pocket dimension on one of Saturn's moons... until Megatron released him! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.3|The Fallen Profile}}

[[File:Titan1 FallenStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Behold my <s>resting</s> mighty hand!]]

The sinister figure of the Fallen made contact with [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] soon after Megatron's death, using him to organise the Decepticon army and lay the groundwork for his return, his... revenge! He ordered Starscream and his forces to go to Cybertron and await further instruction, and promised that once the Matrix was found, [[Earth]] would ''burn''! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.1|Training Day}}

But then that fool Starscream allowed [[Skids (ROTF)|two]] [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Autobots]] to escape to Earth with vital intelligence! Luckily, the Fallen had agents there, and despatched [[Ransack (ROTF)|Ransack]] to deal with them. He angrily warned Starscream not to fail again, grrrr! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.2|Dogfight!}}

However, due to his imprisonment, the Fallen could only communicate with his generals and not Ransack directly... and so [[Soundwave (ROTF)|Soundwave]], his Earth-side operative, secretly began to take his ''own'' actions! But in an act of cosmic irony, the very twins the Fallen wanted killed ended this treacherous scheme. Ransack intended to inform the Fallen {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.8|Back-to-Back}} [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|but failed]]...

{{note|The following events occur in the Law and Disorder continuity.}}

The Fallen suffers from iron barnacles in the folds of his armour... and if YOU are an Autobot sympathiser, you will be forced to clean them out! {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 2.7|#7's Law and Disorder}}
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====''Revenge of the Fallen'' film====
{{voiceactor|[[Tony Todd]] (English), [[Banjō Ginga]] (Japanese)|[[Bert Franzke]] (German), [[Gabriel Pingarrón]] (Latin American-Spanish)}}

[[File:TheFallen-ROTFwithPrimes.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.95|''Ocupado!'']]
Nineteen thousand years ago, The Fallen accompanied [[Dynasty of Primes|his brother Primes]] to [[Earth]] in an attempt to harvest the [[Sun|star]] it orbited. Just as they had completed construction of the [[Star Harvester]], however, The Fallen discovered [[Human|a primitive race of hunters]]. The Primes invoked their rule of the sanctity of life and refused to activate the harvester, but The Fallen despised the humans as simple insects and attempted to activate the Harvester. A great battle took place, but ultimately, The Fallen was defeated and the remaining Primes hid themselves and the [[Matrix of Leadership]], and The Fallen's harvester was concealed within a pyramid in [[Egypt]]. The Fallen dispatched the [[Seeker (ROTF)|Seekers]] to locate the Matrix, but they proved unable and he eventually abandoned them. The Fallen became known as the first [[Decepticon]], and he became the master of [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]], leader of the faction. He employed Megatron in the pursuit of the [[AllSpark]], but after Megatron's defeat at [[Mission City]], the AllSpark was reduced to a mere fragment.

[[File:TheFallen-ROTFNemesis.jpg|thumb|upright=1.95|Honey, I'm home!]]

Upon Megatron's revival he traveled to the ''[[Nemesis (ROTF)|Nemesis]]'', where The Fallen stayed in a life-support chair while [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] oversaw the creation of a new army of Decepticons. Prostrating himself before the Fallen, Megatron said that he had failed his master and their race by allowing the AllSpark to be destroyed. Amused by his disciple's misinformation, The Fallen revealed that the cube was merely a vessel, while the knowledge within the AllSpark was instead placed within the mind of the human who had challenged Megatron, [[Sam Witwicky (Movie)|Sam Witwicky]]. With the knowledge within Sam's mind, they could find the Star Harvester and the Matrix needed to activate it. Megatron asked permission to avenge himself and reclaim the AllSpark, but The Fallen asked for patience, though he could understand his desire, as The Fallen himself hungered to return to the wretched planet where his brother Primes had betrayed him. The Fallen also explained that the only threat to him was the last surviving Prime, [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus]]. Since Optimus would protect Sam, The Fallen ordered Megatron to capture the boy and draw out the Prime.

Megatron's plan was partially successful: although the boy escaped, Optimus came to defend him and died in the process. The Fallen sensed his death and was very pleased, knowing that the time to strike was now. When the Decepticons traveled to the Earth's surface in [[transition form|re-entry mode]]s, The Fallen accompanied them, destroying an [[United States Navy#U.S.S. Theodore Roosevelt (CVN-71)|aircraft carrier]] as well as attacking several cities. As the aircraft carrier sank into the ocean, The Fallen quietly intoned that revenge was finally his. The Fallen tapped into Earth's communication network, and announced the presence of the Transformers on Earth on worldwide television, demanding the "human hive" hand over Sam.

[[File:ROTF Fallen headchop.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.66|Can't. Take. Our. Sun. Unless you got buns, hon! And, oh man, he don't.]]
Unfortunately, Sam was in Egypt hunting for the [[Matrix of Leadership]] after being told it might be able to revive Optimus. He succeeded, but moments after Prime's resurrection, The Fallen appeared amongst the assorted NEST troops, pinning Optimus and stealing the Matrix. He then teleported to the now uncovered harvester, and as he inserted the Matrix into the machine, declared that his brothers had failed as he now claimed the Sun. While it charged, the humans attempted to destroy the harvester with their heavy weapons. Unimpressed with their display, The Fallen demonstrated his considerable power by destroying the attacking military forces with telekinesis, then raised a blockade of debris to prevent an air strike, but a super-powered Optimus Prime, now fused with [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]], destroyed the harvester, knocking The Fallen to the ground below.

[[File:TheFallen-ROTFfacegotten.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Bali mangti kali ma, mukti degi kali ma, kali ma, kali ma, KALI MA!"]]

Facing the last Prime, The Fallen commanded Optimus to join his brothers in death, but it quickly became apparent that Optimus was strong enough to face The Fallen. Megatron came to the aid of his master, but was quickly dispatched. Although The Fallen managed to rip off one of Prime's thrusters and strike him with it, Optimus soon impaled The Fallen with his own spear, then demanded his face, tearing it off. As The Fallen tried to flee, Optimus Prime punched through his abdomen, crushing his spark core and killing The Fallen, as a wounded Megatron watched in horror. {{Storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen}}

{{note|The [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (novel)|novelization]] and [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen Official Movie Adaptation|comic adaptation]], based on early drafts of the script, provide more backstory for The Fallen, such as his hunt for the descendants of his brother Primes, and his promise to Megatron that he would make him a Prime—something Optimus exposes as a lie during their final battle, as one can only be born a Prime, leading Megatron to abandon his teacher.}}
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===Aligned continuity===
{{note|"Anything you know from past generations of the brand may or may not be factual in the new continuity. Going forward in the modern continuity there is 1 Fallen."<ref>[http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=74182 Hasbro Q&A, September 2010: AllSpark.com]</ref>}}

====Aligned novels====
Megatronus conceived the idea of the [[Requiem Blaster (Prime)|Requiem Blaster]], a weapon so powerful that it dwarfed all other weapons in existence. With great reluctance, [[Solus Prime]] agreed to forge the weapon for Megatronus, and even then only after Megatronus convinced other members of the Thirteen to petition her on his behalf as well. Even after the weapon was completed, Solus Prime showed great reluctance in allowing it to remain in existence. After demonstrating its awesome power to the Thirteen, she asked for a vote as to whether the Requiem Blaster should be destroyed. Megatronus led the group who voted in favor of retaining the Blaster, and they won by the slimmest of margins, 7-to-6.

At some later date, Megatronus killed Solus Prime in a fit of rage, and became the Fallen, forever more. The reason for the murder is not fully known at this point, although Solus did favor [[Nexus Prime]] over others in the Thirteen, a fact that had stirred jealousy in Megatronus in the past. Though a terrible thing, [[Vector Prime]] considered the Fallen lashing out in a moment of anger forgivable over [[Liege Maximo]]'s active plotting. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}

[[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], who took his name to inspire fear, took a favorable view of the Fallen, considering him the one member of the Thirteen who refused to bow down to the others and would carve his own destiny. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}

====''Prime'' cartoon====
[[File:OneShallRise1-WellofAllSparks.jpg|left|thumb|300px]]
According to legend, at the beginning of time, Unicron and Primus battled each other for eons, with neither side remaining victorious for long. Until, that is, Primus created the [[Thirteen]]. These Thirteen defeated Unicron and cast him into space. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}

A [[Megatron (WFC)|gladiator]] would name himself after Megatronus before shortening his name to simply "Megatron". {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}

At some point statues of Megatronus and his brothers were made. They were placed in the chamber of the High Council. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}

When [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] proclaimed to Optimus Prime that he wished to change sides, [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] sarcastically claimed that he had been [[lobbing]] with the Fallen. {{storylink|Partners}}

{{note|According to slides shown at [[BotCon 2010]], Megatronus is a large, dark robot with a Decepticon symbol-inspired head. He wields a red and black [[fusion cannon]] and is known as the Warrior of Darkness to [[Prima]]'s Warrior of Light.<ref>[http://www.allspark.com/content/view/7430/20/ AllSpark.com description of BotCon 2010 Hasbro designers' panel]</ref> As the Fallen, his body is shrouded in flames.}}

[[Image:MegatronusPrime.jpg|thumb|275px]]

====''The Covenant of Primus''====
{{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|The Covenant of Primus}}
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==Games==
===Transformers: Battle for the Matrix===

{{Note|Battle for the Matrix is a simplified retelling of the events of [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]. It can be played from the perspective of either Bumblebee or Optimus Prime. The final battle is against Megatron and the Fallen at the [[Star Harvester]].}}
[[File:The Fallen battleforthematrix.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Behind you!]]
The Fallen tried to defend the Sun Harvester from some Autobot attackers. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle for the Matrix}}
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===''Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen'' - The Game===
:''Voice actor:'' [[James Arnold Taylor]]
[[File:ROTF 360PS3PC TheFallen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|I shall light this holy ring, release its cleansing flame, and burn a path into the divine beyond!!! ...Wait, what game is this again?]]
====Xbox 360/PS3/PC====
=====Decepticon campaign=====

With Optimus Prime seemingly defeated, The Fallen and the Decepticons journeyed to Egypt, where he uncovered the Star Harvester from inside the Great Pyramid of Giza and commenced his plans to destroy the Sun. However, the last of the Primes had survived his battle with Megatron and now revealed to the enraged Decepticon leader that The Fallen had betrayed him. The Fallen's promise to Megatron that he would make his student a Prime would never be fulfilled, as Primes were born, not made. Megatron demanded what he had been promised, but the Fallen, disgusted with the creature that he no longer needed, attacked. Righteous indignation fueled Megatron through this battle, and ultimately, he ended The Fallen's mastery over the Decepticons by impaling him through his head and letting the corpse fall into the depths of the Star Harvester. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)}}

=====Autobot campaign=====

Optimus Prime had survived his battle with Megatron and merged with the parts of Jetfire, and now this new, powered-up form faced the might of The Fallen at the Great Pyramid. Optimus's ancestor mocked this young upstart who dared to face his elder, telekinetically throwing debris at the Autobot, summoning great bursts of energy from the ground, and unleashing an army of Decepticon drones. However, Optimus Prime's new armour more than enabled him to survive this onslaught, and as he rained energy slugs into The Fallen, the ancient Cybertronian called out to Megatron for help, but to no avail, for his student had since learned of The Fallen's treachery. Optimus ended The Fallen's reign of terror by impaling him through his head and letting the corpse fall into the depths of the Star Harvester. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)}}

===Transformers Autobots/Decepticons===
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{{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Autobots/Decepticons}}

===Revenge of the Fallen (mobile game)===
The Fallen sent [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] and some Decepticon forces to [[Shanghai]] to retrieve a fragment of the [[AllSpark]]. Starscream returned successful, and The Fallen sent him to NEST HQ as a diversion. The Fallen himself used the AllSpark shard to resurrect [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] as part of the ongoing plan to gain possession of the [[Matrix of Leadership]] so they could reactivate the "[[Star Harvester|Great Machine]]". The Fallen sent Megatron to [[Egypt]], but when the other Decepticons fell, he himself put in an appearance. The Fallen was confident that [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] had worn himself out fighting Megatron, however Optimus channeled the power of the Matrix into a single blast, destroying The Fallen. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Glu)}}

====Wii/PS2====
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{{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Wii/PS2)}}

==Toys==
===Titanium Series===
[[File:Thefallentitanium.JPG|thumb|upright=1.66|Hey, Stegmutt! Mister The Fallen is ON FIRE!]]
*'''Fallen''' (6-inch Cybertron Heroes, 2007)
**''Accessories:'' Display stand
: Instead of being based on his comic appearance, the Fallen toy is loosely based on [[Don Figueroa]]'s design for pre-[[Earth]] [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] as seen in ''[[The Transformers: Infiltration|Infiltration]]'' and ''[[The Transformers: Stormbringer|Stormbringer]]'', though obviously with The Fallen's head and deco. He transforms into a Cybertronic tank. Sadly his tank form doesn't hold together well, nor does he have actual hands, just blocks with holes in them. His side-mounted cannons can peg into his forearms in robot mode, or be held in his fists. He wears a faction symbol of his own effigy. The Fallen is, by a fraction of an inch, the tallest (and the bulkiest) of the 6" Titanium Series figures.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Unicron/TheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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===Revenge of the Fallen===
====Legends Class toys====
[[File:ROTFtoy-TheFallenLegends.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''*high-pitched helium voice*'' "I am The Faaallllleeeen!"]]
*'''The Fallen''' (Legends, 2009)
:Part of wave 3 of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class toys, The Fallen transforms from robot mode to a Cybertronian Destroyer. For whatever peculiar reason, his legs are sculpted backwards, with the front (kneecaps and all) being on the back and vice versa. This is ''not'' a factory assembly error, however, as swapping the legs makes him impossible to transform, so it can only be chalked up to miscommunication somewhere along the line. As with all wave three Legends figures, the photo on the back of the figure's packaging shows a mistransformed robot mode, where the vehicle nosecone is not folded up against his back.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/LegTheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on Legends The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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[[File:ROTF Legends TheFallen Lawson.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|What, how dare they make me so small?! I was worshipped as a ''GOD!'']]
*'''Soundwave / EZ Collection The Fallen''' (2009)
:Available exclusively at the Lawson's convenience store in Japan (and the only way to obtain this figure via TakaraTomy), this version of Legends class The Fallen is the same as the Hasbro release, despite earlier pictures showing different [[paint operation]]s. The Deluxe-class Preview Soundwave it comes with is unchanged from the regular release.
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====Voyager Class toys====
[[File:ROTFtoy-TheFallenVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Smokin'!]]
*'''The Fallen''' (Voyager, 2009)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''RD-10'''

:Part of wave two of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Voyager Class figures, The Fallen transforms from a robot into a "Cybertronian Destroyer" mode. The robot mode features several "slide-out energy absorption panels" on his head and arms which can either be deployed or hidden. In addition to that [[Mech Alive]] feature, his feet are spring-actioned so that when the toy is not standing on a surface (in other words, in jet mode), the toes ball up together. Setting the robot back down on a flat surface will splay the toes open again.

:There are rubbery connectors that attach his arms to his torso that increase accuracy to his visual portrayal in the live-action film, but this restricts his arm movement severely.

:There are at least two features to the toy not addressed on his instructions: first, the panels over the robot's forearms, which can be moved forward to cover the hands in vehicle mode; secondly, curved spikes which are normally in line with the upper legs can be rotated to point forward.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/TheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on Voyager The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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[[File:ROTFtoy-GatheringattheNemesis.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Hi, I'm the same!]]
*'''Gathering at Nemesis''' (Toys "R" Us-exclusive box set, 2009)
: This version of The Fallen comes with a [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#GatheringNemesis|silver Voyager Class Megatron]] from the first movie toyline. [[Soundwave (ROTF)#GatheringNemesis|Soundwave]] was [[redeco]]ed predominantly in blue as an homage to the [[Soundwave (G1)|original Soundwave]]. The Fallen has no color differences compared to the original release.
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[[File:ROTFtoy-TheFallenVoyagerorange.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|CAUTION: HOT]]
*'''The Fallen''' (Voyager, 2009)

: A Target-[[exclusive]] redeco of The Fallen in black and orange (with translucent red) was released just before Thanksgiving weekend 2009 along with two other Target-exclusive Transformers sets. The fire-like deco likely homages The Fallen's beginnings as a creature perpetually aflame. He was packaged in a clear hexagonal package in robot mode, and his original Voyager Class packaging bio was used again, unaltered.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/TargetTheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on Target The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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*'''The Fallen Blazing Edition''' (2010 Tokyo Winter wonder Festival exclusive)

: This version is very close to the Target-exclusive redeco, but with translucent plastic instead of opaque.
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====Robot Replicas====
[[File:ROTFtoy-TheFallenRobotReplica.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Yes! We come from France!]]
*'''The Fallen''' (Robot Replica, 2009)
:This nonconvertible figurine of The Fallen boasts several points of articulation, a faithful replication of the robot mode, and little else. Like the Voyager Class toy, the forearms can be attached to the struts leading from his torso (here via a tiny balljoint), severely restricting his arm poseability, but increasing accuracy to his film design.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/RRTheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on Robot Replica The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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===Transformers (2010)===
*'''The Victory of The Fallen''' (K-mart exclusive multi-pack, 2010)
[[File:TF2010toy-VictoryofTheFallen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Some victory for The Fallen would be novel!]]
:An orange and black redeco of his Legends Class toy, ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]: [[Hunt for the Decepticons]]'' The Fallen is part of a [[Kmart]]-exclusive Legends 5-pack that includes redecoes of Legends Class [[The Fallen#Transformers (2010)|The Fallen]], [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Megatron]], [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#VictoryFallen|Optimus Prime]], [[Jetfire (ROTF)#Legends Class toys 2|Jetfire]], and [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Starscream]].

:The set included a "Most-Wanted Decepticons" collectors card that featured The Fallen. It provided a code to enter into the "[[Hunt for the Decepticons]]" website to reveal the end of the story set up on the back of the package. Surprise, it's just the live-action film's ending, with no victory for The Fallen whatsoever. There is no truth in advertising!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/KMLegTheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on "Victory" The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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[[File:TF2010toy-TheFallen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|You'd be blue, too, if you had a removable face!]]
*'''The Fallen''' (Voyager, 2010)
**''Accessories:'' Staff

:The Fallen is a blue and teal [[redeco]] and [[retool]] of Voyager Class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' The Fallen, with new (and more [[Show-accuracy|movie-accurate]]) hands and head. The new face is removable, revealing a skull beneath, allowing for "give me your face" reenactment possibilities. The new head also has a much greater range of motion compared to the original. He is the first toy of The Fallen to come with the "[[Command Staff]]" he wielded in the film, which necessitated the hand remolds so he could hold it. The staff folds in half and pegs underneath the toy in vehicle mode.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/TheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on "blue" The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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==Merchandise==
===Missile Mania Board Game===
*'''The Fallen'''
: The Fallen is one of eight characters featured in the [[Missile Mania]] board game, represented by a small standee adorned with artwork of the character.
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===7-11 Slurpee tie-in merchandise===
[[File:ROTFmerchandise-TheFallenstraw.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|''Great'' Transformers tie-in merchandise or the ''greatest'' Transformers tie-in merchandise?]]
*'''The Fallen'''
: The Fallen will help you uncreate your Slurpee with this Slurpee straw topper figurine! Comes attached to a straw in a baggie and is available at your local 7-11 while supplies last!
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===Burger King===
[[File:ROTFmerchandise-BurgerKingTheFallen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Flame grilled to perfection]]
*'''The Fallen Flip-Out''' (2009)
:An embossed [[Temporary Decepticon base|plastic Decepticon insignia]], which flips up into a flat representation of The Fallen with some shoulder articulation. The Fallen, naturally, has flames behind him.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/BKTheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on Burger King The Fallen at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=242&itemid=14653 More information on The Fallen at Toy News International]''
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===Robot Heroes===
[[File:Robotheroesmegatronfallenprimejetfireironhide.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Whoa, who ordered the extra-large The Fallen?]]
*'''Battle for the Fallen''' (box set, 2009)
:This ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' box set of figures comes with The Fallen, Megatron (tank mode), Optimus Prime and [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]] combined, and [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] (truck mode). He is twice as large as a regular ''Robot Heroes'' figure, and has simple swivel joints in his arms and face.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/RHTheFallen/thefallen.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' The Fallen at TFU.info]''
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==Notes==
[[File:Fallenpatlee.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|I'm The Fallen, and I can't get up!]]
*The Fallen design was created by [[Pat Lee]], his first (and only) original Transformers character. ([[Simon Furman]] created the concept, see next item.) The early design concept not only lacked The Fallen's characteristic mouthplate, but differed incredibly from the final product. Envisioned as a medieval, ancient-looking Transformer, he glowed like a furnace, though he was not depicted as being perpetually on fire until [[Andrew Wildman]] penciled his appearances in ''[[Transformers: War Within: The Dark Ages|War Within: The Dark Ages]]'' and the colorists caught on.
*The Fallen was also used to recycle some of Simon Furman's unused [[Last Autobot]] plans.[http://www.physics.ohio-state.edu/~sstoneb/tf/tidbits/otfcc2004.txt]
*When questioned about him constantly being aflame, ''[[War Within (comic)|War Within]]'' writer Simon Furman stated that The Fallen is always on fire "because it looks cool."
[[File:Thefallentank.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|The Judasmobile.]]
*The Fallen's Dreamwave comics [[alternate mode]], a tank, though designed, was never used in-fiction. Similarly, The Fallen is said to have ''no'' alternate mode in IDW comics, and he does not actually transform in the film.
*Very little of The Fallen's backstory was given in his first fictional appearances, leaving much of ''The Dark Ages'' somewhat confusing on its own. Helpful inserts from the ''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More Than Meets The Eye]]'' profile books and DK's ''[[Transformers: The Ultimate Guide]]'', published around the same time, spelled out more. Eventually, the packaging profile printed on his Titanium figure gave the rest. Oh, and then years later, he was the titular villain of a summer blockbuster film.
* The proper treatment of his name, with its capital-T "The", is established both in the comics and the ''Ultimate Guide''. The one dissenting source is his on-package [[bio]], which simply calls him "'''Fallen'''" (as in, "'''Fallen''' forgot his real name long ago"). The reason for this awkward treatment is unknown, though the usual culprits behind toy-name oddities - [[trademark]] issues - are suspected.
* The Fallen can speak Spanish.<ref>Fanclub-exclusive Mini Mayhem strip, March 19, 2007</ref>
*During [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2008, in an interview on July 25th, [[Simon Furman]] claimed that ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]]'' would feature a character called the Fallen, which was a character they created for Dreamwave's ''The War Within: The Dark Ages''.<ref>[http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=17412 Simon Furman confirms The Fallen is a character in an interview with Comic Book Resources (Fallen details removed)]</ref> Three days later, [[IDW Publishing]] writer [[Chris Mowry]] corroborated the claim in an interview with MTV Splash Page, calling "The Fallen" the main villain of the film.<ref>[http://splashpage.mtv.com/2008/07/28/exclusive-transformers-2-prequel-comic-gives-inside-scoop-on-2009-movie/ MTV Splash Page interviews Chris Mowry (Fallen details removed)]</ref> Less than a week after this, however, [[Michael Bay]] reiterated that everything leaked to that point was part of their misinformation campaign and that only a handful of people involved with the production of ''Revenge'' had seen the script, contradicting IDW's interviews where their representatives confirmed that they had the script.<ref>[http://www.shootfortheedit.com/forum/showpost.php?p=44729&postcount=2 A post made by Michael Bay on his forum]</ref> Curiously, on August 5th 2008, after a fan posted on Michael Bay's forum pointing out the contradiction, all references to The Fallen were removed from the aforementioned interviews, as well as any references to IDW Publishing having the script.
*Voice actor [[James Arnold Taylor]] was originally cast as The Fallen in the film version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' (which led to him getting the same role in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)|Revenge of the Fallen: The Game]]''), but was replaced by [[Tony Todd]] in the final edit of the film, to his disappointment.
*Along with James Arnold Taylor, [[Leonard Nimoy]] (the voice of [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|G1 Galvatron]]) was considered to be the voice of The Fallen himself. However, [[Michael Bay|the director]] was worried that he would have paid him too little money. So, Nimoy, who wanted to be in Transformers since his role as Galvatron, was nixed. Nimoy finally played another Transformer when cast as [[Sentinel Prime (ROTF)|Sentinel Prime]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]''.
[[File:TheFallen-ROTFstaff.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Give him the stick! Don't give him the stick!]]
*The Fallen's "Command Staff" (also known as the "Void Scepter"<ref>[http://www2.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/discover/cybertronian-database.cfm#/characters/the-fallen The Fallen's bio at Hasbro.com]</ref>) seemed to be a later addition to the film, as the staff made no appearances in secondary fiction and was not included with The Fallen's original toy releases. The later Voyager class figure includes said staff, and the toy's hands were retooled to be able to hold it.
*[[Paul Ozzimo]] and [[Josh Nizzi]] designed Earth modes for The Fallen to take on in ''Revenge of the Fallen'', but like many of the Decepticons he does not assume one in the finished film. Ozzimo clarified on his website he was to turn into a [[Wikipedia:Aurora (aircraft)|Aurora]] stealth bomber, the alleged modern replacement for the [[Jetfire (ROTF)|SR-71 Blackbird]].
*Various on-package [[Hasbro]] [[bio]]s for the Fallen in the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline utilize the derogatory term "flesh slugs" for humanity; the term originally appeared in the same manner in the 1980s ''[[Inhumanoids]]'' cartoon, based on another toyline by Hasbro.
*The Fallen was originally going to be ''huge'' in ''Revenge of the Fallen'': the novelization describes him as making Optimus look like an infant, and ''Defiance'' issue 4 depicts him as about the size of a pyramid. In the finished film, Fallen is only slightly bigger than Optimus and Megatron, and ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: The Movie Universe]]'' clarifies he is 42 feet tall. And then at BotCon 2010, it was revealed the Primes were originally "rightfully huge"...
*Michael Bay doesn't actually like the Fallen, calling him "kind of a (expletive) character".<ref>[http://www.usatoday.com/life/movies/news/2010-06-11-Transformers11_ST_N.htm?csp=usat.me USA Today, "Next 'Transformers' is due for a switch"]</ref>
*In early drafts of ''Revenge of the Fallen'', the Fallen doesn't appear in person until the climax, communicating with Megatron aboard the ''Nemesis'' via an interdimensional window. This led to the [[sarcophagus]] storyline in the comics, where only discovering the harvester's location would free him. When dropped from the film to give the character more screentime, it led to a massive plot hole that was only finally resolved by [[John Barber]] in the [[Convergence chapter 4|fourth chapter]] of ''[[Transformers: Convergence|Convergence]]''.
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===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''The Fallen''' (ザ・フォールン ''Za Fōrun'')

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:''Optimus Prime is the leader of the [[Autobot]]s from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:PrimeOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Megatron awakened within him a secret yearning. The slashfic writes itself.]]

'''Optimus Prime''' was the last born of the original [[Thirteen]] Transformers. His spark was the most like their progenitor Primus, its frequency nearly identical. He was the mediator and visionary of the group, passing among them all as a calm, inspiring, thoughtful, unifying and well-liked friend. It was his unique spark and his inspiring reassurance that "All are One" that allowed the Primes to rally and succeed in their battle against the Chaos Bringer [[Unicron]]. When tragedy at last ended the era of the Primes and brought forth the new race of lesser descendant Transformers he alone chose to be reborn in the [[Well of All Sparks]] as one of them, that he might know them and their needs more completely.

All memory of his past life gone, he took the name Orion Pax and sought his way like any other robot on the new world. Eventually he found his place as a simple data clerk, satisfied with his job. He was always anxious of the inequality amongst cybertronians and thus, after gaining inspiration from an outspoken gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s call for an upheaval of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s society, took a stand to rid the oppressive [[caste system]] which hindered the freedom of all the sentient beings on Cybertron. Little did he realize that his instructor, the master archivist [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]], was also one of the Thirteen and knew of the secret within the data clerk. Once Pax and Megatron discovered they did not have as much in common as they once believed, the lowly data clerk was promoted by the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] to be the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. With the claiming of the [[Matrix of Leadership]] Orion Pax became Optimus Prime once more, regaining his memory and rising to lead his people.

Over the centuries, loss and war have led Optimus to appear stern and serious to most. But scratch the surface, and you'll find an individual who greatly cares for his fellow living beings, with a warmth and kindness his closest friends can rely on. You'll also find regret over the loss of a comrade to darkness, and the faintest glimmer of hope that he can be saved.

He is sometimes partnered with Chief [[Charlie Burns]].

{{bigquote|We will [[Theme song|wage our battle to destroy the evil forces of the Decepticons]] wherever it may take us. And one day, we will go home.|Optimus Prime|''[[Transformers: Exodus|Exodus]]''}}

==Fiction==
===''The Covenant of Primus''===
Optimus Prime was created as the last of the [[Thirteen]], the first generation of Transformers, each created directly by Primus as a band of unique warriors to combat and defeat Unicron. Upon his creation, Optimus united the Thirteen by his greeting: "All are one." While all of the other members of the Thirteen each possessed unique abilities and artifacts, Optimus wielded no special powers or weapons. It was only through his vision and courage that allowed the Thirteen to finally defeat Unicron.

Optimus emerged mostly unharmed from the final conflict that split the Thirteen. However, upon the activation of the Well of All Sparks, Optimus chose to enter into it and be reborn as one of the lesser Transformers, in order to know them and their needs better. He did so, and was recreated as the simple Orion Pax. Alpha Trion recognized what had once been his fellow 'bot, and made a note to keep an eye on him later. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|The Covenant of Primus}}

===Aligned novels===
====''Exodus''====
Like all Cybertronians, when Orion Pax emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]], he was taught how to transform, to select a natural [[alternate mode]], and was put in a [[caste system|caste]]. At the [[Hall of Records]], Orion would read and index information from the [[Communication Grid]], but was forbidden to analyze. That was [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]]'s job, and the two became friends. Orion began monitoring Megatron's transmissions, and began a secret correspondence with him because he agreed with his beliefs. They had intense but friendly debates over the nature of free will and the dangerousness of their ideals, and Megatron suggested Orion learn how to fight for his beliefs. Orion began training with Jazz, learning to fire an [[ion blaster|ion-cannon]] and to fashion his arms into an [[energon-axe|axe]] and a [[Dual Energon Swords|sword]].

Orion made his first trip to [[Kaon]] to meet Megatron in person at his base. Megatron was the only gladiator who gave Orion a warm welcome. Terrorists began bombings in Megatron's name, and he made his first public announcement on the Grid, stating he was not responsible for the attacks and would bring the perpetrators to justice. Orion followed him up with a speech of his own. Orion trusted Megatron, believing if he were responsible for the attacks, he would have wanted to be associated with them. Later, when [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] took him to meet Megatron at an arena beneath the [[Observatory of Iacon]], Orion was shocked to see Jazz in attendance, and that Megatron had heard rumors about the bombings but did nothing to prevent them.

[[File:War for Cybertron comic - Orion testimony.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|Lookin' awful buff and armored for an insignificant young library clerk. One has to wonder if the [[Guilds of Cybertron|Guilds]] may have dropped the ball on this one.]]
When "[[Decepticon]]s" kidnapped [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Prime]], Orion requested Alpha Trion arrange an audience with [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] for him and Megatron. During their hearing in the [[High Council Tower]], Orion rigorously defended their ideals, even reviving the ancient philosophical phrase "[[Autobot]]s" to describe the autonomy his brethren sought. It was then Councilor [[Halogen (WFC)|Halogen]] declared Orion the new [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]: Optimus Prime. An outraged Megatron accused his brother of treachery, and then murdered Halogen. When Optimus ordered the [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] to not harm Megatron, Megatron declared Optimus had fallen into the trappings of power the High Council had foisted upon him, and those in attendance dispersed, with the planet forever divided into Autobots and Decepticons.

Optimus forgoed the first engagement of the war, allowing the Decepticons to take [[Fort Scyk]] so he would gain time to recruit more Autobots. Optimus learned from Jazz after the fall of Scyk that he would have to learn to not mourn every soldier. Optimus fought for the first time during the next battle, the siege of the [[Hydrax Plateau]]. The first Cybertronian he ever killed was a former industrial drone named [[Drixco]]. Afterwards Optimus confided to Alpha Trion that the act of killing alone made him feel he was on the wrong side. Despite the efforts of Optimus and [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] the Decepticons conquered the Hydrax Plateau. It was at the stalemate of [[Praxus]] that Optimus gained the indispensable allies [[Prowl (WFC)|Prowl]] and [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. The first Autobot victory was at [[Kalis]], a vital area due to its fusion reactor that powered Iacon. Optimus, Jazz and [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]] worked together to bring down the monstrous [[Bruticus (WFC)|Bruticus Maximus]], but the battle was mostly won due to the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]]s' absence. As Energon depleted, the war descended into a mere siege of Iacon lasting millions of cycles, and Optimus opted to eject the [[AllSpark]] itself into space: during this battle Optimus gained another great friend in [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]].

Following a lull in the war, the Decepticons began using [[Dark Energon]] and routed the Autobots, but Optimus wisely predicted it was an inefficient resource that would run out soon. To his horror, Megatron and Starscream infiltrated [[Teletraan-1]] to steal the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]], and although Teletraan-1 awakened the legendary [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to ferry the Chamber to safety, the Dark Energon-powered Decepticons overpowered the Autobots and used the Chamber to corrupt the [[Core]] of Cybertron and infested the planet with Dark Energon. During the battle, Megatron revealed he had killed Sentinel Prime below the High Council Tower to gain access to the Chamber. Afterwards Prowl picked up a message from Sentinel on the Grid, and Optimus, realizing he had not found Sentinel's body in Iacon, deduced Sentinel was alive. When Optimus, Jazz and Prowl rescued him from Kaon Prison, they found the city strangely deserted. Optimus believed Dark Energon was having a severe effect on Decepticon morale. When they found Sentinel, he was dying. He regretted his overlong reign as Prime, and that the High Council had made the right decision in appointing Optimus a Prime. He finally told him he had to go to the Core and purge its corruption of Dark Energon.

After Sentinel's funeral in Iacon, where Optimus was officially appointed Prime after holding the de facto position for so long, he journeyed to the Core with Bumblebee and [[Jetfire (WFC)|Jetfire]] and removed the Plasma Energy Chamber. It was there that a voice from the Core told Optimus he was too late, and the Autobots would have to leave Cybertron as the planet healed itself. But it finally bestowed upon him the [[Matrix of Leadership]], the essence of [[Primus]], explaining that while Sentinel lived, he was still Prime, and that he had been unworthy of the Matrix. It told him that when the day came that they would return to Cybertron, the Core and the Matrix would restore the planet and Optimus would lead the Autobots in an "age of unimagined wonders". Afterwards, Optimus launched [[Ark (WFC)|Project Generation One]], to build a ship—that Jazz dubbed the ''Ark''—to take them to the stars, a plan some Autobots objected to.

But before their exodus, Optimus planned to fool Megatron by gathering every spaceworthy vessel and having them rendezvous at what was apparently the last remaining [[space bridge]] in orbit. Megatron ordered [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] fire on the ships, but Optimus ordered a fallback as he, Jetfire, Jazz, Ironhide, Prowl, Sideswipe and Bumblebee flew the ''[[Eight Track (WFC)|Eight Track]]'' to board the monster and knocked him from orbit by blasting his [[Spark]] containment field. Optimus's team returned to find the ''Ark'' ready at the Well of All Sparks, and bid goodbye to those—including Jetfire, Magnus and Omega—who stayed to fend off Trypticon as he transformed to attack. Optimus also bade farewell to Alpha Trion, who believed [[Vector Sigma]] would protect him when the rest of the planet would be unable to sustain life: it was then Optimus realized Alpha Trion was one of the [[Thirteen|thirteen original Transformers]].

Yet as the ''Ark'' took off the Decepticons overran Iacon and Megatron and his elite boarded Trypticon, who transformed into a ''Nemesis''-class cruiser and pursued the Autobots. Megatron used his and Orion's old frequency to inform Optimus that he would pursue him across the stars and eventually kill him. The ''Ark'' entered the last space bridge and emerged with the ''Nemesis'' gone. They were near a [[Milky Way|spiral galaxy]] and Prowl detected the AllSpark. Knowing the Matrix within would help them find a way home, Optimus vowed that the Autobots would continue to wage their battle across the stars. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}

====''Exiles''====
After passing through the unstable Space Bridge, Optimus Prime and his crew found themselves in the vicinity of the lost Cybertronian colony world of [[Velocitron]], and with the help of a starmap projected by the Matrix, the Autobots entered orbit above the planet. Optimus Prime led a small exploratory team to the planet's surface, where they met [[Blurr (Prime)|Blurr]], [[Override (Prime)|Override]] and [[Ransack (Prime)|Ransack]]. It was a time of great stress between Velocitron's rulers, and the Autobots' arrival from mythical Cybertron only exacerbated the situation. Worse still, active acts of sabotage on the Ark led the Autobots to the conclusion that one of their crew was actually a Decepticon agent. Optimus concluded there was little they could do at the moment other than remain on guard. Later, Optimus traveled with a young Velocitronian named [[Clocker (Prime)|Clocker]] to Velocitron's south pole, where he discovered a fragment of metal that he thought might belong to the mythical [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. His investigations were cut short by an attack of rebel Velocitronians, forcing him to return to the city of [[Delta]], where he discovered what he thought was another fragment. Although the Autobots secured an ally in Override, they left Velocitron on the brink of civil war during their departure, as Ransack's followers had been corrupted by the Decepticon rhetoric of "peace through tyranny" spread by the Ark's traitor.

The next leg of their journey through the Space Bridge brought the Autobots to fabled Junkion, a world composed entirely of space junk. Optimus Prime made contact with the leader of the planet's inhabitants, a scatterbrained robot named [[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]], who was spurred to action by the appearance of the Matrix. The Autobots went to work repairing the Ark, with the relative assistance of the Junkions. Prime discovered another fragment in a forge, and barely managed to rescue it. When Prowl discovered the traitorous [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]] was aboard, Optimus and Jazz managed to identify and trap the shifter in a stasis field, ending his threat to the Autobots. However, Optimus Prime's Matrix-induced visions led him on a quest through one of the four Space Bridge nodes surrounding Junkion, and he selected Bumblebee and Silverbolt to accompany him. Through the Bridge they came across the lonely tomb of Solus Prime, fabled artificer of the Thirteen. Her holographic spirit was called forth by the Matrix and informed the Autobots that the Requiem Blaster, most deadly of her creations, rested on Junkion and must be kept out of Decepticon hands. When the group returned to Junkion with Chaindrive in tow, Optimus assembled his findings- the [[Blades of Time]] and contacted the reclusive [[Vector Prime]].

The Decepticons eventually arrived on Junkion in force, and the two sides warred over a hidden treasure at the planet's core...the Requiem Blaster. A weapon capable of drawing infinite power from nearby stellar sources, the Requiem Blaster had its own gravity field, and had literally been the core around which Junkion's "junk" had formed. Optimus and Megatron dueled once more as the planet tore itself apart, but the arrival of the mythical hero [[Nexus Prime]] helped to turn the tide. From him, Optimus received the [[Cyber Caliber]], a powerful sword that he used to fight Megatron to a standstill. The fighting over the Requiem Blaster ripped the planet apart, but both sides eventually called off the melee and abandoned the Blaster after learning the location of the Allspark itself. Optimus Prime and the Autobots boarded the Ark and began the long race to reach their civilization's greatest prize before Megatron could. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}

===IDW ''Fall of Cybertron'' and ''Prime'' comics===
[[File:GoodIntentions-GrimlockOptimus.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|The possibility of the Dinobots reacting negatively was a factor I allowed for in my planning.]]
During the war for Cybertron, Optimus Prime and the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] leader [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]] didn't see eye to eye. Optimus preferred playing the long game, but Grimlock felt that caution would hinder their attempts at quick victory. During one of the Lightning Strike Coalition's missions, Optimus Prime ordered them to return to base and abandon their battle, lest they waste precious energon. Grimlock reluctantly obeyed. However, when it was discovered that [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]] was in Decepticon custody, the Lightning Strike Coalition ignored Optimus Prime's orders, broke ranks, and went after him on their own. {{storylink|Good Intentions}}

[[File:PrimeComicOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Manga is the right of all sentient beings.]]
In the modern day, Optimus sent an encrypted message from [[Earth]] directing the Autobots to their new world. When [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (WFC)|Arcee]] landed, Optimus and Bumblebee detected them and came to retrieve them. For Optimus to find them under attack from [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] was no matter, for Optimus crushed the air commander and sent his brawny accomplice running. Optimus picked up the wounded Arcee, and took her through a [[GroundBridge]] to his base for [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] to repair her, while informing Cliffjumper that while his journey was over, their battle was just beginning. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Prime}}
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===''Prime'' cartoon===
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[[File:OneShallRise3-corresponding.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|One does not simply see a strong friendship between a bully and a nerd.]]

In the waning years of the [[Golden Age]] of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Orion Pax was a clerk in the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] [[Hall of Records]], {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} mentored by [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]]. {{storylink|New Recruit}} His interests lay with the tales of ancient Cybertronian history, but the more he learned about the past, the more he grew concerned about the present. There was a disparity in freedom among the classes of his race, and the ruling class was corrupt and all-powerful. In seeking a solution to this inequity, he found inspiration in the words of a gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatronus]], and the two joined forces to end corruption and bring equality to the masses. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} Orion and Megatronus became close allies, almost like brothers. But soon Megatronus' ideals would become corrupted, and the two would become bitter enemies. {{storylink|Masters & Students}}

[[File:OneShallRise3-cametobe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|If you squint, I look sort of like this in ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''. Okay, that's a lie.]]

Both Megatronus — now "Megatron" — and Orion Pax appeared before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]], and Megatron stated it was his intention to overthrow the High Council by force and instate himself as the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. But it was Orion's speech that drew their attention. Jealous, Megatron left angrily and began his conquest, which resulted in countless casualties and left the [[Core]] of Cybertron itself [[Dark Energon|poisoned]]. It was Orion's subsequent search for the Core that completed his transformation into Optimus Prime. The Core, the essence of their creator [[Primus]], relinquished the [[Matrix of Leadership]] into his chassis. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}

During the war, Optimus encountered [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]] at the [[Battle of Technahar]] when the Decepticon was sent by Megatron to kill him. {{storylink|Masters & Students}} With the help of Alpha Trion, Optimus fired the [[AllSpark]] into space to hide it from Megatron. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Prime)|Predacons Rising}} After Cybertron was abandoned, Optimus Prime's [[Team Prime|elite team]] of Autobots eventually made their way to Earth, where they allied themselves with the [[United States of America|United States]] government. The Autobots were assigned [[William Fowler]] as their liaison, and provided an [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|abandoned missile silo]] as a base in exchange for keeping the Decepticon threat contained. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} Optimus then sent a message into space, calling any Autobot survivors to Earth. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}

[[File:DarknessRising1-fairquestion.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Do you have your grandfather's glasses—er, wait.]]

After three years of Decepticon absence, Prime was out on the road when word reached him that [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] was facing down an entire contingent of Decepticons. Arriving to the battlefield too late, Prime delivered a eulogy for their fallen comrade. Soon after, some humans were caught up in a battle between the Autobots and Decepticons, and Optimus, knowing that they would now be targeted by the Decepticons, had them brought to the Autobot base. There, he told them about the Transformer war and assigned the Autobots to be their individual guardians. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} Presently, the apparent reactivation of Cliffjumper's lifesigns was detected by the Autobots, and they tracked it to a Decepticon [[Energon]] mine, where they discovered that Megatron had returned to Earth with Dark Energon, used to revive Cliffjumper as a zombie [[Terrorcon (Prime)|Terrorcon]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}}

Realizing that Megatron's goal was to create an undead army, Optimus and [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] headed to the site of an ancient Transformer battleground on Earth, arriving just as Megatron used a sliver of Dark Energon to reanimate the corpses buried there into a Terrorcon legion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} Struggling against the detrimental effects of Dark Energon, the pair cut their way through the Terrorcons, but Megatron escaped before Optimus could get his hands on him. Returning to base, Optimus was disappointed to find that [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] had let the kids go out into battle in his absence, but disturbing intel had been recovered in the process: the Decepticons were planning to use a [[space bridge]] to revive the dead of Cybertron with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}} [[GroundBridge|GroundBridging]] to the Decepticon's space bridge in Earth orbit, Optimus faced Megatron down in a one-on-one battle while the other Autobots sabotage the bridge, causing it to explode and destroy the Terrorcons, and apparently, Megatron himself. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}

[[File:DarknessRising5-OptimusPrimeguns.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Pssst, Prime, your barrel openings are just painted detail.]]

Despite the victory, Optimus regretted not having been able to turn Megatron to the path of peace, and Ratchet consoled the Autobot leader. When Decepticon activity was detected in an area of the desert, Optimus and Bumblebee went to investigate, discovering that Starscream had located and reactivated Skyquake from stasis. Optimus tried to appeal to the two Decepticons to consider a truce now that Megatron had gone, but Starscream merely mocked his request and Skyquake was determined to carry out his late master's wishes and terminate Prime. Optimus and Bumblebee found themselves forced to battle and destroy Skyquake, with some assistance from Fowler, but they respectfully buried their fallen foe and Prime lamented the circumstances. {{storylink|Masters & Students}}

[[File:Scrapheap-cloudsbreak.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|"Okay, ''now'' I'm ready to call Bulkhead fat."]]
After Bulkhead and Bumblebee found a pod in the [[Arctic]] and brought it back to base, Optimus and Arcee went back to the Arctic to check for clues as to the pod's origin. After some time searching, the temperature sensors Ratchet had given them went off, so Optimus attempted to contact base, only to find the comms were down. The pair sought shelter, but as their temperatures slowly dropped, things looked grim. Just as they were losing hope, the GroundBridge opened and ejected Bulkhead and the swarm of [[Scraplet]]s that had been causing havoc at base. The three Autobots were subsequently able to return home, and Optimus paid tribute to their human friends who had helped eliminate the Scraplets. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}

[[File:Convoy-Optimustrailer.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"This here's [[Rubber Ducky|Rubber Duck]] and I'm about to put the hammer down."]]
When Bulkhead's old buddy [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] arrived on Earth, Optimus excused himself from the welcome party and went out on patrol, since "Primes don't party". As such, he missed all the fun when Wheeljack turned out to be a [[Makeshift (Prime)|Decepticon spy]], but he stuck around for the second part to welcome the real Wheeljack, telling the visiting Autobot that he'd always be welcome on Earth. {{storylink|Con Job}} Not long after, when the Autobots were contracted by Fowler to help transport the experimental [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]], Optimus carried the device in a [[trailer]] to the rendezvous point, where it was transferred to a train. Unfortunately, the D.N.G.S. became a target for both the Decepticons and the human terrorist organization [[MECH]], and Prime was forced to have his Autobots break cover to fight [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicons]] while he dispatched MECH's leader [[Silas]]. A poor loser, Silas took out the train track ahead and Optimus went into [[maximum overdrive]], grabbing the train and physically halting it. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}

[[File:Optimuselectrocuted.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] and [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] were right, I should've gone for this earlier!]]
Tracking an [[Energon Harvester]] to a museum, Optimus Prime and the Autobots were attacked by new Decepticons arrivals [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]], and Prime got the business end of Knock Out's [[Energon prod]], taking him out of the fight long enough for Soundwave to make off with the Harvester. Optimus led the Autobots in following the villains to Greece, and stopped their attempts to harvest an Energon seam there. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Prime had another clash with Knock Out soon after: when he discovered that Arcee and [[Jack Darby (Prime)|Jack]] had disobeyed his orders against using powers for personal gain by participating in illegal street races, Optimus intervened, and helped rescued a [[Vince|captive human]] from Knock Out's clutches by ripping the Decepticon's door off. {{storylink|Speed Metal}}

[[File:SickMind-OPinfected.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|I woke up late one morning with a black eye. Why the heck does everyone think I'm sick? I could've just been punched in the face. Really hard.]]
While investigating a [[Autobot plague ship|crashed Autobot spacecraft]], Optimus Prime's hopes of helping any survivors were dashed when the craft turned out to be a corpse-strewn plague ship from which he contracted [[Cybonic plague]], a pathogen engineered by Megatron himself. Arcee and Bumblebee boarded the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'' in search of a cure, and, discovering that Megatron was still alive and in stasis, Bumblebee entered his mind via a [[cortical psychic patch]]. In his dreamworld, Megatron was constantly killing imaginary Optimus Primes, and Bumblebee played on Megatron's desire to kill Optimus himself, rather than have him succumb to the plague, to convince him to hand over the cure. {{storylink|Sick Mind}} After getting back up to full health, Optimus led the Autobots to the Arctic, where Starscream was using a heat ray to melt a glacier in order to access an energon deposit. Prime boldly ploughed through the weapon's beam in order to get close enough to destroy it, but the resultant explosion left him helpless before Starscream—until he was saved at the last moment when the resurrected Megatron arrived to haul Starscream away for punishment. {{Storylink|Out of His Head}}

[[File:Shadowzone HappymusPrime.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|:D]]

Optimus Prime led the Autobots in investigating a Dark Energon energy signature, and found Starscream using the substance to resurrect Skyquake. Fortunately, the additional power conveyed upon Starscream by the Dark Energon was not enough to prevent Optimus Prime from blasting his arm clean off. Presently, a GroundBridge accident catapulted Jack, [[Miko Nakadai (Prime)|Miko]] and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] into an alternate dimension, and when the Autobots opened a portal to bring them back, Prime took the Autobots back to the battlefield to protect them from Starscream. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Optimus's inimitable compassion even extended to Breakdown, when he was captured by the forces of MECH and Optimus determined they would rescue him. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Later, Optimus was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}} He was out on a scouting mission with Bumblebee when Ratchet detected a strange magnetic signature that turned out to be a [[Polarity gauntlet]], {{storylink|Metal Attraction}} and also missed out on an adventure in a collapsed mine, but when he heard that Jack had shown mercy to an immobilized Megatron, he was proud of the boy. {{storylink|Raf's Notes#Note15|Raf's Notes}}


[[File:Partners-StiffOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|We've replaced Optimus with a statue. Think anyone will notice?]]

Exploring the wreck of a crashed [[Harbinger|Decepticon ship]], Optimus Prime and his team fell victim to [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]], who paralyzed Prime and Bulkhead with the ship's cargo: an experimental [[Immobilizer]]. Prime would have wound up handed over to Megatron and mounted on the bow of the ''Nemesis'' if not for Bumblebee, who saw the villainess off, and Ratchet, who repaired the damaged device and unfroze the pair. {{storylink|Partners}}

[[File:StrongerFaster-RatchetPrime.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Who will join me? Who will become stronger, faster, more insubordinate?]]

Lost Cybertronian technology continued to cause problems for Prime and the Autobots when a formula for [[Synthetic Energon]] was beamed from a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]] into Bulkhead's mind, putting his life at risk. Refusing to sacrifice Bulkhead despite the advantage the formula would give the Autobots, Prime petitioned Megatron for the return of the cylinder so they could extract the data. In exchange, he would hand it over to the Decepticons, but Megatron refused and destroyed the device after a battle. The formula was subsequently beamed out of Bulkhead's mind into space, {{storylink|T.M.I.}} but when Ratchet proceeded to generate a batch of "SynthEn" and was driven mentally unstable after testing it on himself, he and Optimus came to blows, and Optimus confined him to base. Ratchet instead took off to face Megatron, forcing Prime to lead a team into a Decepticon mine to rescue him. Cured of the SynthEn's effects, Optimus reminded Ratchet that he was a vital member of the team. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}

[[File:PrimeEp23-PrimeMegatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Slap slap.]]

Believing that a prophecy in the [[Covenant of Primus]] was soon to come true and that Megatron could regard it as his destiny, Optimus Prime was finally forced to abandon any illusions of turning his old foe to the path of good after the Decepticon leader grievously wounded Raf during a battle over a power source for the villain's new space bridge. Optimus boarded the ''Nemesis'' and called Megatron out for a one-on-one battle that he vowed would be their last. The two ancient enemies fought before a volcano, and Optimus managed to fell Megatron, but just before he could deliver the killing blow, the volcano erupted with Dark Energon. Megatron experienced an increase in power, and turned the tide, {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} but thankfully, the intervention of the other Autobots saved Optimus's life. Retreating to base to review this new nightmare scenario, Optimus recounting the tale of [[Primus]], [[Unicron]] and the [[Thirteen]] to the gathered humans and told them he believed that Earth had formed around the slumbering form of Unicron, who was now in the process of awakening. Examining areas of the planet struck by earthquakes at the moment of the eruption, Optimus soon found himself confronted by Unicron himself, in an avatar formed from rock and stone. He prostrated himself before the Chaos Bringer and tried to plead for the lives of the billions of [[human]]s who dwelt on Earth, but Unicron considered them parasites and attacked Prime with wave after wave of avatars. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}

[[File:OneShallRise2-shake.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|Kiss kiss.]]

He ordered the other Autobots ''not'' to come to his aid, so naturally they came anyway. After fighting increasingly larger Unicrons, they came up against one that was too much for them. Just as it was about to step on Optimus, help came in the unlikely form of Megatron, who offered his services in eliminating Unicron and revealed that only the [[Matrix of Leadership]] held by Optimus could achieve that aim. The Autobots returned to base, where the others were horrified that Prime was intending to take up Megatron's offer, but he was resolute that all care would be taken to make sure it was a safe as possible. When Megatron stepped into the base, Optimus and the other Autobots welcomed him appropriately. Before they left on their mission, Optimus presented Jack with the key to the GroundBridge power supply. Optimus, Megatron and the Autobots were soon stepping through the GroundBridge to Earth's core, Unicron himself. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}

As they moved through Unicron's internal structure, they came under attack from [[Unicron's antibodies|antibodies]]. Optimus and Megatron fought back to back, though Optimus took time out to rescue Bulkhead from falling. When they reach Unicron's spark chamber, Optimus and Megatron went inside, and, though the dark god possessed Megatron, Optimus unleashed the Matrix, apparently extinguishing Unicron's spark. However the price was high—Optimus's memory was lost and he believed himself to be Orion Pax. Megatron played along, and took him back to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}

[[File:Orion-Pax-Part-1-OP-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"You mean I can't just go [[Super Mode]] and kick your ass in this show? Crap."]]

Megatron wasted no time in convincing Orion that black was white and up was down. Branded with the Decepticon insignia by Knock Out, Orion was shown false history of Cybertron's destruction, and convinced that the Autobots were the aggressors. Angered at Cybertron's loss, Orion promised Megatron he would do his part to help. He was put to work decoding information stolen from the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] archives, and told Megatron they were of locations of Earth, and feared that they could be weapons of mass destruction. Later, there was a commotion in the corridors, and Orion decided to investigate despite being ordered to remain in his lab, however Soundwave managed to prevent him from seeing Arcee when the Autobot managed to get on-board. Not long after, the long-absent Starscream sneaked onto the ship to steal [[energon cube]]s and ended up blundering into Orion's work room. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}}

Surprised to see Starscream, not least because Megatron had said he was dead, Orion's suspicions became aroused as Starscream noted Megatron would likely have told him many lies. Despite asking what he knew, Starscream was quick to depart when more Vehicon guards arrived and in spite of Orion attempting to convince them to hold their fire. After Megatron's subsequent covering of the incident, Orion decided to poke through the Decepticon database and learned that he was Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}}

[[File:OrionPax3 Optimus Decepticon insignia.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|What did I do last night?]]

Megatron, as it turned out, already knew he knew since his work was being monitored. Orion decided to delete his discoveries so that Megatron could not use them, however Megatron revealed he was also having his work copied. As Soundwave reported activity on Cybertron, Megatron had more Vehicon guards put at his back while he dealt with the matter, and threatened to kill him if he didn't continue his work. Orion tried to appeal to the guards to help him warn the Autobots, but they responded with a beating until he discovered he was armed and stopped them. Having realised he was meant to be an Autobot, Orion went to confront Megatron at the space bridge. However, he found he was no match for the Decepticon leader and was quickly overpowered. Just then, Arcee leapt through the space bridge from Cybertron and tackled Megatron. Behind her was Jack with the [[Key to Vector Sigma]], loaded with the information from the Matrix of Leadership. Orion questioned whether he was worthy, and Jack assured him he was. When his memory was restored, albeit minus his time as Orion, Optimus prevented Megatron from exterminating his comrades, and they returned to the Autobot base for a big reunion. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}

Optimus and Ratchet followed an ancient signal, and found Megatron and his forces unearthing a Cybertronian artifact, the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]]. While the two Autobots fought the other Decepticons, Bumblebee snatched the extractor from Megatron inside the GroundBridge. Later at base, Optimus theorized that the Spark Extractor was among the many Decepticon weapons confiscated during the Great War, and worried that he couldn't remember what he had revealed to Megatron when he was suffering amnesia. To compound matters, a short time later, MECH stole Bumblebee's [[transformation cog|T-cog]], causing Prime more worry. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Despite Optimus's misgivings, Ratchet talked him into approving a T-cog transplant between Ratchet and Bumblebee. When a signal indicating an artifact was detected, he cut the operation short to take Arcee and Bulkhead to secure it. Unfortunately, he and Arcee were unable to penetrate Knock Out's force field, and the Decepticons got away with the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}

[[File:LooseCannons Optimus and Wheeljack in Jackhammer.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This scene is even funnier if you imagine "Mahna Mahna" playing on the radio.]]

When Wheeljack returned to Earth in pursuit of [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Optimus attempted to convince him to join the Autobot team. Wheeljack instead took Bulkhead to try and trap Dreadwing, only to fall into a trap themselves. Prime had to dig Wheeljack out of the resulting rubble, and joined him to rescue Bulkhead, who was strapped to one of Dreadwing's explosives. When Optimus managed to defeat the Decepticon and pin him, his gambit to make Dreadwing defuse the bomb worked, and Wheeljack gained a new respect for the Autobot leader. {{Storylink|Loose Cannons}}

After obtaining information on Airachnid's whereabouts from Starscream, Optimus led a mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (WFC)|Insecticon]] under Airachnid's control. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Outnumbered, Optimus offered to allow Megatron go if Dreadwing extended the same courtesy. Though Dreadwing kept his word, Megatron ordered the Vehicons to attack while he and Dreadwing escaped, but luckily the Autobots trashed them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}

[[File:NemesisPrime Nemesis vs Optimus.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.66|"Optimus Prime, slavery is the right of all sentient beings!" "Wow, am I really that annoying?"]]
Optimus returned to base from an energon mine to find that MECH had created a clone of him and were using it to attack the military. He and the Autobots attempted to stop [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] from attacking [[Alden Military Base]], but had to retreat under fire from the military. They began scouring the area, and located the MECH base, where Optimus fought one-on-one with Nemesis Prime, until a distraction by Fowler allowed him to finish off the Silas-controlled machine, dropping it on Silas himself. Optimus returned to base for repairs, and Fowler gave them the news that Silas had disappeared. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} During Fowler's debriefing by [[Bryce|General Bryce]], Optimus revealed himself to the general to prove he was still alive and on the military's side. {{storylink|Grill}}

Optimus took Bumblebee and Arcee to investigate some activity and found Airachnid sending out a swarm of Insecticons to attack the ''Nemesis''. He and Bumblebee ended up having to fight a bunch of them and won. They got to return to base with Airachnid, whom Arcee had trapped in stasis-lock. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}} After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, and was reactivated with Dark Energon, Optimus took a team with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]] to attack the warship, only for them to all be knocked into stasis lock by the ship's weapons. Ratchet took them back to base, where they recovered after the conscious ship was disabled by the kids. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}

With the locations of four relics now in their possession, Optimus dispatched Arcee and Bumblebee to [[New York City]] to find the first {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and warned Bulkhead to be careful in obtaining another near the equator. {{storylink|Toxicity}} Optimus himself went to [[Antarctica]], where he found the relic had already been taken, and Dreadwing had Starscream a prisoner. During the ensuing fight, Optimus brought tons of ice down on Dreadwing, before forcing Starscream to lead him to a human base where the relic was being kept. Dreadwing caught up with them, and while Optimus fought the Decepticon, Starscream obtained the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]], forcing Optimus and Dreadwing to team up to defeat him. Though Dreadwing intended to fight him again, Optimus convinced him that there would be no point in continuing their fight, so Dreadwing left. {{storylink|Triangulation}}

Back at base, Prime found that Bulkhead had been critically wounded during the relic missions. Optimus refused to tell Wheeljack who was responsible, but the Wrecker rushed off anyway. When Wheeljack and Miko later returned having killed [[Hardshell (Prime)|Hardshell]], Optimus stopped Ratchet from preventing Miko from running to Bulkhead's side. {{storylink|Hurt}} Optimus began attempting to decode the Iacon database, though it was hard going with the Earth technology he was forced to use. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}

[[File:Legacy-PrimeStarSaber.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.66|By the power of Iacon, I HAVE THE POWER!]]
During a mission to investigate a crashed escape pod, the team encountered [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] whose tales of guarding [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] convinced Optimus that he was on the level. Optimus still believed Smokescreen was too green to go into combat, so the new Autobot was left at base when Prime took a team to recover some [[Red Energon]]. When they encountered Starscream, still in possession of the Apex Armor, Optimus took the Decepticon on himself, kicking Starscream off a crane. After Smokescreen used the [[phase shifter]] to separate Starscream from the armor, Optimus officially welcomed the new Autobot to the team. {{storylink|New Recruit}} When Fowler notified them that a [[Project Damocles]] satellite had been stolen by Breakdown and Silas, Optimus took a team to a military base in the hope of securing the satellite control codes before the Decepticons could get them. Instead they found themselves facing both Decepticon troopers and the orbital death ray itself, controlled by Soundwave. {{storylink|The Human Factor}} Optimus assigned Jack to help Smokescreen adapt to Earth. He had almost finished decoding another set of Iacon coordinates when a signal led him and his team on a wild goose chase. Despite this, they found the location of the real relic, the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], and Optimus managed to wrest control of it off the Decepticons. Through the sword's power, he received a message from Alpha Trion. {{storylink|Legacy}}

[[File:AlphaOmega-ohmy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"You must not sacrifice a piece of the future to bring back the past." "But you flung all of the artifacts from the past onto Earth!" "... right, right, sorry. [[Five Servos of Doom|Wrong script]].]]
Trion told him of the existence of the [[Omega Key]]s on Earth, and Prime immediately set about decoding the four final coordinates from the Iacon database. After Arcee returned from the first set of coordinates with news that Megatron had invited Prime to come get the first key, Optimus went to [[Egypt]] to find that Megatron had grafted the arm of a Prime onto himself and forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. Though Megatron's new weapon shattered the Star Saber, with Smokescreen's help Prime returned to base with the first Omega Key and resumed his decoding work. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}

He soon decoded more coordinates decoded though in both cases the Autobots failed to secure the Omega Keys. Smokescreen was hit hard by the failure, and Optimus told the other other Autobots to allow the upset rookie space. When the final coordinates he decoded turned out to be an image of Smokescreen, he took the team to find their comrade, only to arrive too late as Smokescreen was captured by Soundwave. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Optimus took Bulkhead and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}

After Dreadwing returned the Forge of Solus Prime to the Autobots, Optimus used it to modify the GroundBridge into a space bridge. Believing that Megatron would use the keys to restore Cybertron for political points, Optimus took the Autobots to their home world, and kept Megatron busy with the reforged Star Saber while the others took back the keys. Though they succeeded, and reached the [[Omega Lock]], Megatron revealed he had taken the Autobots' human friends hostage. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}

[[File:PrimeDarkestHourOPArm.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|"...Nothing ever dies we will rise again."]]
With no other choice, Optimus had everyone hand over the Omega Keys in exchange for the kids, however when it turned out Megatron intended to use the Omega Lock on Earth as well, Optimus was compelled to use the Star Saber to destroy the lock. He and his team returned to Earth, only to find that the Omega Lock had created a [[Darkmount (Earth)|Decepticon fortress]] on their doorstep, and he ordered the others to evacuate. Prime himself stayed behind to destroy the GroundBridge, and was caught in the explosion as the Decepticons destroyed the base. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}

Optimus was salvaged from the wreckage by Smokescreen, who sheltered Prime in an underground cavern. {{storylink|Darkmount, NV}} Though Smokescreen was unable to find any medical supplies for his badly-damaged leader, Optimus asked after the Forge of Solus Prime. {{storylink|Scattered}} Smokescreen retrieved the relic from the Decepticon warship, however Optimus refused to use it on himself, believing the power should be conserved for later use in repairing the Omega Lock, and that the Autobots needed a new leader—Smokescreen. {{storylink|Prey (episode)|Prey}}

[[File:Rebellion-prepunch.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Here's your damn beef!]]
As his life faded, Optimus had a vision of approaching Alpha Trion and the [[Allspark]]. His journey to the afterlife was cut short, as Smokescreen used the Forge to revive him, bestowing on him a new, more powerful body. He flew to [[Darkmount (Earth)|Darkmount]], where he rescued [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] from Megatron's tender mercies, and proceeded to throw the Decepticon leader into the power core for the fortress's [[fusion cannon]]s. His efforts allowed Fowler's squadron to destroy the fortress, and the Autobots reassembled at a military base. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}

After [[scanning]] a new vehicle mode provided by Fowler, Optimus scouted some Decepticon activity and found some Insecticons digging up a skull. He managed to secure the skull, which turned out to be [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]] remains, leading the Autobots to conclude [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] was planning to clone more. After reports of Decepticon activity in [[Texas]], Optimus took Smokescreen and Bumblebee there, but faced with Shockwave and Soundwave, the trio proved unable to prevent the Decepticons obtaining more Predacon [[CNA]]. {{storylink|Project Predacon}}

A lull in Decepticon activity made Optimus suspect that their enemy had collected sufficient fossils. He and the others went on a mission to secure more energon, only for Ultra Magnus and Wheeljack to find and destroy the Decepticon cloning laboratory. When the pair were attacked by the newly-intelligent [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]], Optimus arrived in the nick of time to save them from termination and flew them back to base. {{storylink|Evolution}}

[[File:MinusOne-staredown.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66]]
When the Decepticons started raiding technology from the humans again, Optimus wondered what they were up to this time. He led a team to one of the thefts, and though they were unable to prevent the Vehicons from getting away, Optimus managed to shoot down Soundwave and take the Decepticon captive. Their attempts to interrogate Soundwave were unsuccessful, and Optimus took his team to the [[Solaris particle collider]] in response to another Decepticon attack. He found himself facing Predaking, and though he initially gained the upper hand, Predaking turned the tables and sent Prime plunging to the ground. {{storylink|Minus One}} Optimus continued to fight, but was only saved by the fact that Predaking was called away to rescue Shockwave. He and the rest of the team returned to base to find Ratchet had been abducted by Soundwave. {{storylink|Persuasion}}

The Autobots launched [[Chip|a probe]] containing Laserbeak's transponder and Optimus followed it in the hopes it would lead him to the Decepticon warship. Unfortunately he was intercepted by Starscream and some Seekers along the way, and though he dealt with the Vehicons, Starscream destroyed the probe and escaped, leaving him none-the-wiser as to the warship's location. He continued to fly around until Ratchet contacted the Autobots to reveal the location of the warship, and Optimus ordered the others to storm the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|Synthesis}}

[[File:PredaconsRisingOptimusPrimeFinalGlance.JPG|thumb|upright=1.66|Um, Luna? Do you have time to sing a 'Goodbye Song' before you go?]]
Optimus himself reached the ship by air, only to be immediately attacked by Megatron wielding the Dark Star Saber. With his [[jet pack]] damaged, Optimus still managed to climb onto the ship and eventually make his way to the Omega Lock on its underside, allowing him to briefly attack Shockwave before Megatron caught up with him to resume their duel. After Bumblebee's death, Optimus found himself dangling from the ship. Before Megatron could deal a final blow, the warlord was terminated by Bumblebee, who'd been resurrected by the Omega Lock's power. Optimus took command of the warship and flew it to Cybertron, where they used the Omega Lock to resurrect their home world.

After a final visit back to Earth, and a farewell to both their human friends and Ratchet, Optimus and his team finally departed back to Cybertron. {{storylink|Deadlock}} Optimus held a ceremony to promote Bumblebee to the rank of warrior, shortly before taking [[Ultra Magnus's ship]] and heading off to find the AllSpark. He and Wheeljack located it near [[Theta Scorpii]], and managed to retrieve it, but arrived back on Cybertron to find Unicron had taken control of Megatron's body and was trying to destroy the planet. Optimus merged the AllSpark with the Matrix of Leadership, allowing him to use the container that had held it to trap Unicron's anti-spark. Unfortunately this also meant that his own spark was inextricably merged with the AllSpark, and he was forced to sacrifice his own life to restore the AllSpark to Cybertron. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Prime)|Predacons Rising}}
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===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===
[[File:Titan4.2 Optimus and Miko.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2|"Except when I'm making air-quotes."]]
As the Decepticons slowly conquered Cybertron, Optimus knew they'd try to attack [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and set up defences at the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. Sure enough, Megatron attacked with a small team of Decepticons but the Autobot gunners managed to take out all but Megatron. To Optimus's surprise, Megatron didn't abandon his men, instead rescuing them under heavy fire. When Optimus had the opportunity to take a shot, he hesitated and Megatron's team escaped. For that, Optimus took the blame and was even regarded as a traitor by some. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}

Many years later, Optimus's team had settled on [[Earth]]. After Ratchet somewhat apologetically unveiled the [[Safe]], Optimus told him to have more confidence in his work. When Bulkhead managed to uncover a hidden nuclear missile and a scouting party of Vehicons neared the base, Optimus, Arcee and Bumblebee went out to greet the Decepticons. While Bumblebee knocked the Vehicons into the air, Prime and Arcee blasted them. They reentered at the base in time to see Fowler arriving with some scientists, and Optimus had some stern words with their liaison about the mystery bomb and its intended purpose, insisting that Fowler take it with him when he left. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}

During some downtime, Prime took the other Autobots and the kids to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. At Miko's request, he told the story of his battle with Megatron in the Iacon Energon Refinery. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}

[[File:Titan4.3 Optimus ready to roll out.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|MUNKY ARMS! MUNKY ARMS!]]
On [[Christmas]], Fowler reported to Optimus that Megatron and Starscream had taken control of the [[Yamal|NS ''Yamal'']], a nuclear-powered Russian icebreaker. Leaving Arcee and Bulkhead in charge of the base, Optimus took the other Autobots to the ship and attacked Megatron. As Optimus fought Megatron, the Decepticon leader outlined his plan to detonate the ship's reactors with a [[static lance]]. Bumblebee managed to wrest the lance off Starscream and threw it to Optimus who used it to hit Megatron. Once the Decepticons had been dealt with, Optimus's team returned to the base, where they found it had been turned into an impromptu ice skating rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}

Optimus was surprised to find the GroundBridge active and asked Bulkhead what the problem was. Bulkhead's denials were undermined by the Vehicons pouring through the bridge, and Optimus led the counter-attack. While Optimus and the others kept the Decepticons busy, Raf and Bumblebee managed to shut down the bridge. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} Optimus shared Jack's suspicions about some recently exploded schools, and had the Autobots check out the other schools in the area. Sure enough, the schools came under attack by [[MECH]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.5|School Is... Out!}}

After Starscream stole [[Air Force One]] and held the [[President of the United States]] ransom, demanding Optimus Prime be turned over bound and gagged, the Autobot leader worked out from the ransom note where Starscream was. While the other Autobots protected the plane and took on the Vehicons, Optimus rescued the President by cutting off Starscream's arm and catching her as she fell. After the Decepticon retreated, Optimus made sure the Autobots left before the aircraft's crew recovered consciousness. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}

[[File:Titan4.6 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|left|240px]]
Lured into a trap in a scrap-metal facility in [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]], Optimus found his mind had been zapped into a human by [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]'s [[neuron refractor]]. The Autobot leader mentally contacted the human, [[Lin-Che]], and guided him in fighting off the attacking Vehicons and reversing the refractor. Back in his own body, Optimus broke out of the crusher he'd been stuffed into, and fought off the Decepticons. He later returned Lin-Che home, to return the favor. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} After Miko was kidnapped by MECH agent [[Novo]], Optimus joined the hunt to find her. When Novo, now in a mechanoid body thanks to a MECH experiment, returned Miko to them, Optimus offered him the help of Ratchet and the Autobots' technical expertise, but Novo turned him down. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}

Optimus led a team to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, and found not the expected environmental terrorists, but human soldiers in [[robotic battle suit]]s. After finding dealing with the humans in a non-lethal matter difficult, Optimus took Jack's suggestion of surrendering, and once [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]] realised his opponents were alien robots, he stopped fighting. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs & Autobots}} After it turned out that the missing Bulkhead had been imprisoned on the Decepticon warship, Optimus took a team, including the three kids, to the ship to mount a rescue. During the course of freeing Bulkhead, he trashed at least two Decepticons and blew a hole through the side of the ship. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}

Optimus and his team took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]]. Unsurprisingly, they survived and returned to base to find Bumblebee and Raf had made a mess in their absence. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}} Optimus and Bumblebee went on a stealth mission to stop Megatron attacking the [[Statue of Liberty]], though they found the Decepticon forces there to be more than they expected. Optimus pursued Megatron up the side of the statue, and managed to defeat the Decepticon leader, but did substantial damage to the statue in the process. He later promised Fowler that the Autobots would fix it. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.13|Protecting the Lady}}

Knock Out and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] specifically demanded Optimus and Bulkhead come after the two Decepticons took over a TV studio. The Autobots found themselves forced to run the ''[[Down and Out]]'' course, lest the Decepticons' hostages be harmed. Though Optimus was confused by the inaccurate nature of the ''Down and Out'' set, he and Bulkhead managed to get through the course and rescue the hostages, leading to Knock Out and Breakdown's defeat at the hands of Arcee. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.14|It's a Knock-Out}}

===''Rescue Bots'' pack-in storybooks===
Optimus Prime sent a special message to the [[Rescue Bot]]s on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], calling on them to come to [[Earth]]. He met them on arrival with the news they would be working with [[human]]s to improve inter-species relations. He accompanied them to [[Griffin Rock]] where he introduced them to his friend [[Charlie Burns|Chief Charlie]], before leaving to help other Transformers. {{storylink|Rescue Bots Roll Out}} After [[Cody Burns]] helped [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] put out a fire that had threatened [[Fire Station Prime|Prime Fire Station]], Optimus Prime spoke to them through a screen, asking if Cody would join the Rescue Bots. Cody accepted. {{storylink|Prime Alert}} Once [[Blades (RB)|Blades]] and [[Sawyer Storm]] joined the team, Chief Charlie asked Optimus about the other two Rescue Bots, but only got an enigmatic response. {{storylink|Rescue Bots Respond}} Following another rescue conducted by [[Chase (RB)|Chase]] and [[Boulder]], Optimus talked [[Walker Cleveland|Walker]] and [[Jack Tracker|Hunter]] into joining the team. {{storylink|Rapid Rescue}}

===''Rescue Bots'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Klaus-Dieter Klebsch]] (German), [[Jung Goo Lee]] (Korean), [[Jacek Mikołajczak]] (Polish), [[Blas Garcia]] (Latin American Spanish)}}
[[File:UnderPressure Optimus on monitor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|[[Playskool]] is the right of all sentient beings.]]
Optimus Prime sent out a call to all Autobots to come to their new home on [[Earth]]. When a team of [[Rescue Bot]]s arrived at a military base, Optimus met them there and gave them their new mission: to team up with the Burns family and help them keep [[Griffin Rock]] safe. After presenting them with vehicles to [[scanning|scan]], he introduced them to [[Charlie Burns]] and left them to get acquainted. {{storylink|Family of Heroes}} The Rescue Bots had trouble learning to work with their new human friends, and they contacted Optimus to tell him as much, but he was confident that they and the humans would learn to work together. {{storylink|Under Pressure}}

After the Rescue Bots were fired by the Griffin Rock city council, [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] attempted, but failed, to contact Optimus Prime to request the reassignment of Rescue Force Sigma-17. The Rescue Bots were later reinstated. {{storylink|The Reign of Morocco}}

[[File:ItsABotTime Optimus vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Optimus drops by Griffin Rock whenever he's in the mood for G1.]]
When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] tracked a meteor to Griffin Rock, he used the Rescue Bots' comms screen to report in with Optimus, who commended [[Cody Burns]] on his work helping the Bots to acclimate. Three of the Rescue Bots were struck with a strange virus from the meteorite, and they consulted with Optimus and Ratchet on the best way to deal with it. Optimus was concerned that the virus could fall into [[Megatron (WFC)|evil]] [[Silas|hands]] and ordered they destroy the meteorite. {{storylink|Bumblebee to the Rescue (RB)|Bumblebee to the Rescue}}

[[File:BotToTheFuture Optimus steps forward.jpg|thumb|Guest starring in an all new ''Tiny Titans'' comic book.]]
Notified that the Rescue Bots had been inadvertently sent back in time, Optimus and Bumblebee returned to Griffin Rock. Optimus deduced that [[energon]] would be enough to power the [[Temporal Station|time machine]], so he and Bumblebee went back to 1939, arriving in time to rescue the Rescue Bots from [[Thaddeus Morocco|Doctor Morocco]]. The team returned to the present, only to find Griffin Rock overrun by [[MorBot]]s. {{storylink|It's a Bot Time}}

Optimus and Bumblebee were kept busy trashing MorBots while the Rescue Bots worked out what was going on. By the time the pair ran out of MorBots to destroy, the team was ready to return to 1939 where they rescued [[Dither]] and returned the timeline to normal. Back in the present, Optimus congratulated the Rescue Bots team for their work. {{storylink|Bot to the Future}}

Alerted to the presence of energon beneath the island of Griffin Rock, Optimus journeyed there with a trailer to retrieve the substance. When Chief Burns's brother [[Woodrow Burns|Woodrow]] became trapped in a cavern deep underground with Cody, it turned into a rescue mission, and Optimus carried the team to the cavern on his trailer. {{storylink|What Lies Below}} Separated from the rest of the team, Optimus and Heatwave discovered the main shaft of [[Mount Magma]], and nearby, a sizable deposit of energon. When they were later reunited with the rest of the team, they were able to ignite the energon in a plan to blast themselves out of the top of the volcano. Optimus later farewelled the Rescue Bots, informing Heatwave that he should prepare for greater responsibility some time soon. {{storylink|What Rises Above}}
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===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===
As [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] hunted for weapons to combat [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]], they ran into trouble and sent a distress call. Optimus had [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] GroundBridge him into a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. On arrival, he attacked Predaking. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5}} He managed to buy Bumblebee and Wheeljack the time they needed to get away with some of the weapons. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 6}}

With the Autobot forces falling before the Predacons, Optimus took the [[Firebreath Cyclocannons]] and set out into the desert in search of Predaking. He found his target, just as Ratchet managed to unlock the power of their new weapons. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 17}}

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===''Go!'' cartoon===
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{{voiceactor|[[Toshiyuki Morikawa]] (Japanese)}}
[[File:Go ep 1 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|left|Hi, this is all of my frontal shots.]]
Optimus Prime was a warrior of justice who fought the Decepticons for many years. {{Storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}} Somewhere off [[Earth]], Optimus Prime was alerted to the awakening of the [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]] [[Four Oni]]. He soon detected [[Swordbot|six individual signals]] that he recognized. {{storylink|Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!}}

Those six signals turned out to be the [[Swordbot]] [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai]] and [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi]] teams. Both teams came in contact with Optimus Prime, and the Autobot commander set to analyzing the [[Legendisc]]s. Optimus contacted both teams in the Samurai Team's newly-built base and let them know of the Legendiscs' number, locations, and their ability to travel through time. He tasked [[Isami Tatewaki]] with acquiring the Legendiscs and protecting Earth at all costs. {{Storylink|Pursue! The Legendiscs!}}

He was later seen in a new robot mode, appearing in front of DaiKenzan. {{storylink|Depart! Optimus Exprime!}}

===''Full of Fire!''===
[[File:FullOfFire Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|I'm [[Batman]].]]
Optimus joined Ratchet, Bumblebee and Bulkhead who were testing new Beast Hunters weapons in a [[New Mexico]] desert. When they were attacked by Predacons, Optimus took the opportunity to test out his [[Firebreath Cyclocannons|Dragon Cannons]], and successfully countered Predaking's flame, but as the Predacons retreated, Optimus told the others he believed this was just a test so the Predacons would know the Autobots' comparative strength. {{storylink|Full of Fire!}}
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==Games==
===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===
{{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Andrei Yaroslavtsev]] (Russian), [[Alfredo Martínez]] (Spain-Spanish)}}

[[File:WFC-OptimusPrimeconcept.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Steroids are the right of all sentient beings.]]
In the waning days of the war for Cybertron, Optimus spotted a little yellow Autobot in trouble, and defeated the surrounding drone forces. [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] arrived on the scene, and Optimus helped up the Autobot scout, who revealed his name was [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bumblebee informed Optimus that the Decepticons had taken control of communication relays, so that the only way to contact Optimus was by messenger. He also informed Optimus that their leader, [[Sentinel Zeta Prime]], was dead. Optimus suspected [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s hand, and was informed by Bumblebee that the [[Autobot High Council]] had gone into hiding because of this. Optimus believed that the Council would emerge during a safer time, and formed a team with Bumblebee and Ratchet.

They drove to the [[Decagon]], where they found [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]] battling the forces of [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]. After assisting him in defeating Starscream's army, they confronted Starscream himself within the Decagon. After the trio combated and drove off Starscream, a hologram of Zeta Prime's face appeared in the center of the room, stating that he is being held in the [[Kaon]] prison complex. Optimus took Bumblebee and Sideswipe to the Kaon prison, allowing themselves to be captured so that they could infiltrate the facility. The Decepticons prepared to execute them, but [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] lent a hand so they could escape, though he himself was captured. While sneaking through the corridors, the three managed to free Air Raid, [[Arcee (WFC)|Arcee]], and others. They continued through the hallways, and finally located the room where Zeta is being held, only to face [[Soundwave (WFC)|Soundwave]]. The Decepticon cowered behind a force field, sending [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] out to fight for him, only venturing out to administer needed repairs to his minions. As Soundwave's energy became low, he attempted to drain Zeta Prime, only to be interrupted by Optimus, who took a shot meant for Zeta. Though Soundwave and his minions retreated, the damage was done, and Zeta Prime died before Optimus could free him.

Optimus brought Zeta's corpse to the site of the hiding High Council, where he lay the dead body in the center of the room. Optimus stated that the Autobots craved their guidance, but the Council stated that their mission was to choose the Primes, not to lead them. They then told him that Optimus himself is a Prime, and that he had changed the lives around him. Optimus was then told that Megatron had corrupted the core of Cybertron, and that he was the one that could remove this blight. He took this burden and responsibility, then was told by the Council that he was now Optimus ''Prime'', the last Prime.

[[File:WFC-OptimusPrimeAltmode.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|Welcome to the ''Twilight Zone'' Prime.]]
For a new mission, Optimus selected Ironhide and [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]], and the team ventured to the entrance of the core, where a corrupted [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] was being tortured. After a prolonged battle, the Autobots defeated the torturers and freed Omega Supreme from the Dark Energon influence. Omega Supreme escaped, and the Autobots found some [[space slug]]s to use as steeds. One long journey later, they reached the core and defeated a corrupted slug. Unfortunately the core itself had become contaminated, and informed Optimus as much. The only solution was for the core to reboot, which would take millions of years, during which the planet would be unusable, and Optimus realized that the Autobots would have to leave their home. Before shutting down, the core revealed the [[Matrix of Leadership]], which it installed inside Optimus Prime's chest.

Optimus arrived back at Iacon, where he ordered all Autobots to evacuate the planet. Megatron announced that everyone must stay or face destruction, and fired a massive cannon installed in the Dark Energon space station. Optimus Prime ordered his Air Commander [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]] to shut down the cannon with his team. They succeeded, and the station crashed into Iacon. Optimus, Bumblebee, and Ironhide discovered that the "space station" wasn't a space station at all: it was the giant Decepticon, [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]. They managed to defeat the heavily-armed menace, who plunged into a pool of energon. The Autobots celebrated their victory, but noticed that ''they'' have to evacuate as well. Optimus revealed a massive starship they would use called the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]], a ship still under construction that would allow them to take a part of Cybertron with them across the galaxy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}

===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===
{{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}
[[File:WFCDS Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|124px|Origamimus Prime]]
Optimus was a dock worker who found himself caught up in the war against the Decepticons. With the Decepticons on the hunt for the Omega Key, Zeta Prime sent Optimus and his team to protect the library, knowing he could count on his old friend. When Zeta Prime was later captured by the Decepticons, he attempted to contact Optimus. The data links keeping him in contact with the Autobots were severed, so Bumblebee tracked down Optimus at an Autobot base. Optimus subsequently rescued an [[Autobot rookie]] from Starscream, chasing the Decepticon off before joining up with Jetfire and destroying other intruders at the base. Optimus was felled by a [[laser guard]], but revived with the help of Jetfire and Bumblebee. They completed clearing the base by defeating [[Dirge (WFC)|Dirge]], and Optimus announced that the next step was to retake Iacon.

He and his team entered Decepticon-occupied Iacon and destroyed the Dark Energon corruptors, allowing them to get the Decagon's defense systems back online. While they waited for Zeta Prime to make contact again, Optimus reminded Bumblebee that they couldn't let Megatron win just by giving up. Zeta let them know that he was being held in Kaon Prison, and Optimus's team infiltrated the prison in search of him. After an encounter with [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]], they ran into Megatron himself, who set more Decepticons on them. When they eventually found Zeta Prime, their leader expired. Optimus returned his body to the High Council, who appointed Optimus the new Prime.

Optimus Prime attempted to solicit [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s help. Grimlock challenged him to a fight to decide whether to join up, but [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]]'s capture by Decepticons sent the Autobots off on a rescue mission instead. The Autobots tracked Swoop down to a Dark Energon laboratory on the outskirts of Iacon and freed him from Dark Energon contamination. Swoop's services were subsequently offered to the Autobots by Grimlock, who said he'd follow along to protect Swoop. Analysis of core samples by Jetfire and Ratchet indicated that they would need to disable to corrupters preventing it from repairing itself. To this end, Optimus's team traveled to the core and freed it after defeating [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]].

Realising that the core needed time to repair itself, Optimus ordered the Autobots to evacuate the planet in Arks. He and his team ascended the space bridge to attack the Trypticon space station and take out its main power core. They escaped during the station's plunge towards Cybertron, but as it fell, it transformed. Optimus rallied his men against this new threat, leading the way to the crash site, where the Autobots confronted Trypticon. After the titan's downfall, Optimus and his men left Cybertron in search of a new source of energy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)}}

===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===
{{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian)}}

Optimus Prime coordinated many of the Autobot campaigns during the war. He dispatched Ironhide and Bumblebee to retrieve a datacore of information about Trypticon from Kaon. He later coordinated the evac measures for Cybertron, personally guarding a supply convoy while Bumblebee ran point and ensuring the safe launch of an airlift whiel the Aerialbots prevented Seekers from taking potshots at it. He also sent the Aerialbots up to Trypticon Station itself when its orbital weapon systems began annihilating the Autobot ranks.

When Trypticon itself fell to Cybertron after the Aerialbot assault, it transformed into a tremendous warbot, and Optimus Prime raced out to meet it. Bumblebee and Ironhide accompanied Prime to the blast site, fighting through numerous Decepticon embankments to reach the monster. Trypticon himself proved to be an implaccable foe, and Optimus coordinated both ground-based flanking attacks and strafing runs by the Aerialbots. Eventually, the mighty menace went down, and Prime saluted Trypticon on his way to extinction. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}

===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===
{{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}
[[File:FOC-GameInformerPrimeBumblebee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|"No, not in the chest, you guys! The throat! The throat!"]]
As the Ark neared completion, Optimus was alerted to the fact that [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s team had deserted their post and the Decepticons were consequently attacking with giant [[Warp Cannon]]s. He made haste back to Autobot City where he sent [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] off in search of the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] before joining [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]] in fending off the Decepticons attacking the nerve center. When it turned out they didn't have enough energon for the defences, Optimus and [[Perceptor (Prime)|Perceptor]] decided to divert some of the energon from Ark. With Perceptor's help, Optimus got an old artillery piece working and reached the neutron cannon which he used to take out some of the attackers before running out of energon. At that point he was drawn to the city core, where he managed to awaken [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]. Optimus guided the giant in destroying the Warp Cannons, but the last of them felled Metroplex, forcing Optimus to go inside it himself.

[[File:FOC-OptimusPrimetruckart.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|"WFC Optimus will be so jealous!"]]
He didn't get very far before encountering [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and the [[Combaticon (WFC)|Combaticons]] who took him prisoner. Dragged before Megatron, Optimus was only saved by the timely reactivation of Metroplex. Once Megatron was a messy stain on the ground, Prime strongly recommended Starscream and the others leave. Some time later, Jazz and Cliffjumper reported that they'd found a massive [[energon lake]], and Optimus organized a transport to pick it up. During a Decepticon attack on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]'s crash site, Optimus was contacted by Autobots guarding the site who said that Megatron was alive. His request for confirmation was given by none other than Megatron himself, who killed the Autobots who contacted Prime. Recognizing that the Decepticons would only try to retrieve Trypticon's power core if their energon levels were dangerously low, Optimus offered a ceasefire to share what was left, but Megatron rejected his offer, saying that Optimus and the Autobots were responsible for Cybertron's death.

When he was contacted by Grimlock's team who reported [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]'s experiments, Optimus ordered them back to base, only for Grimlock to ignore him. The Ark was eventually launched thanks to a last-minute sacrifice by Metroplex, but didn't get far before the Decepticons caught up in the ''Nemesis'' and attacked it. Optimus headed to the engine room to assist with the defenses there, only to encounter Megatron himself. As the two fought, Bumblebee threw himself in front of a shot meant for Optimus, and the young bot's sacrifice sent an enraged Optimus back into battle against his nemesis. The pair's fight wasn't yet finished when both they and their ships were sucked into the space bridge portal. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}

{{note|Optimus Prime also appears in the game's 'Escalation' mode, on the 'Ignition' map. He fights alongside [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], and [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]]. Optimus serves as the team's [[Tank (FOC)|Tank]].}}

=== ''Transformers: Prime - The Game''===
[[File:Transformers prime the game optimus.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Drop an' give me fifty. ''Now''.]]
{{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}

Optimus Prime and the Autobots detected a massive asteroid of Dark Energon headed towards Earth, and used the GroundBridge to intercept the Decepticons aboard the ''Nemesis'' as they tried to retrieve the asteroid. During the battle, the asteroid broke up and Prime fell to Earth from orbit, and his team was scattered.

Optimus was located by Ratchet via the GroundBridge, where he lay buried beneath Dark Energon debris. The secret of the asteroid was revealed, as a powerful Cybertronian named [[Thunderwing (Prime)|Thunderwing]] emerged, ready to claim the Matrix and destroy it on behalf of his master, Unicron. Optimus and Ratchet evaded the giant's attacks until the ''Nemesis'' intervened. Stray blaster fire sent Optimus through a GroundBridge to his rescue, but Ratchet was inadvertently left behind.

Learning that the Decepticons planned to full repair Thunderwing, Optimus and the Autobots raced to stop the 'Cons from collecting Thunderwing's missing pieces. Optimus and Bulkhead battled Megatron and Starscream for one of the pieces, but Megatron escaped with the prize, leaving Prime buried alive.

Prime rescued himself, and GroundBridged to join the other Autobots in finale battle with the repaired Thunderwing. Optimus Prime succeeded in fending off Megatron and, with the help of one of Ratchet's inventions, defeated Thunderwing as well. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}

===''Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark''===
{{comingsoon}}
{{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark}}

=== ''Transformers Universe'' ===
{{comingsoon}}
{{storylink|Transformers Universe}}

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==Toys==
===Generations===
[[File:Generationstoy-CybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It's ''[[Transformers: The War Within|War Within]]'' but with fewer chinstraps and handvents.]]
*'''Cybertronian Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2010)
**''Accessories:'' Blaster rifle

: Based on his appearance in ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'', ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Optimus Prime transforms from a red, blue, and silver robot into an "armored truck mode." He comes with a hand-held rifle that is held via either of its two [[5mm post]]s, and can fold up to store in either mode. He features additional 5mm ports on his forearms, roof, and front-wheel panels. Optimus has a stylized sculpted Autobot insignia on his back, as seen in the game, but it is obscured by [[kibble]].

: An undocumented transformation step includes flipping Optimus Prime's knees out in vehicle mode to form a back bumper with tail lights. Oddly, the toy itself and the [[package art]] show Optimus Prime with four fingers on each hand, while he has 5 fingers in the video game. The vehicle mode pictured here is minimally mis-transformed: The exhaust pipes have not been rotated to hide the indentations against the vehicle body. The instructions show the rifle being plugged in by its shorter peg, but the packaging depicts the rifle stored by its grip, which keeps the weapon higher off Prime's body, but is also more secure.

:Optimus Prime is part of the first wave of ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, but he and Cybertronian [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Generations|Bumblebee]] shipped ahead of their two other wavemates via [[Toys"R"Us]].

:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#United|Optimus Prime Cybertron Mode]] and [[Darkside Optimus Prime (United)|Darkside Optimus Prime]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GenerationsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertronian Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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[[File:Generationstoy-OptimusPrimeFOC.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Heroic Fist Truck of DOOM!!!!!]]
[[File:Generationstoy-TakaraTomy-FOCOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)
**''Series/Number:'' '''01 / #001'''
**''Japanese release date:'' '''[[December 28|12-28]]-[[2012]]'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG01'''
**''Accessories'': "Ion cannon"

: Part of the first wave of [[2012]] ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, Optimus Prime is based on his ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' design, and transforms from a robot to a Cybertronian truck and back. His ion cannon, based on a weapon seen in his concept art, can mount via either of its two 5mm posts onto ports on his hands, forearms, back, and shoulder smokestacks. The toy is known for being oddly small for an Optimus Prime toy, especially when compared to other toys from the same line.

:The [[TakaraTomy]] version, part of the first wave of Japanese ''Generations'' toys, is noticeably shinier, casting his red and blue plastics in different, metallic shades, having much darker gray and black plastics, coating much of his red plastic in glossy metallic paint, and featuring numerous additional [[Paint operation|paint highlights]], among other deco changes.

:This mold was [[retool]]ed into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Generations|Ultra Magnus]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===Prime: First Edition===
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[[File:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This should tide us over for <s>three</s> <s>six</s> eight months!]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)
**''Accessories:'' Gun, magnet, dignity-removing wearable Matrix packaging

: ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Matrix of Leadership Optimus Prime is an [[exclusive]] to [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011. The toy comes in a packaging shaped like the [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Prime|Matrix of Leadership]], which the owner can wear around his neck, preferably at the convention itself, so passers-by can exclaim "WHERE THE HELL DID YOU GET THAT?" and then try to get one themselves. The Matrix itself comes packaged in a [[Packaging|box]] that is designed to look like Optimus Prime's chest, and opens accordingly. The chest window doors are sealed with a round magnet.

[[File:PrimeFEtoy-SDCCpackaging.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|Step 1: Put Optimus Prime toy inside a wearable Matrix. Step 2: ??? Step 3: Profit!]]

: The toy itself is an early release of the Deluxe Class Optimus Prime toy from the later "Entertainment Pack" set (see below). There are some deco differences between this release and the later retail release; this version has gray windows instead of blue and is missing some of the silver deco on the helmet and roof/feet, as well as the yellow paint on his lights. His midriff is also darker.

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[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeEP.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Can transform from truck mode to movie trailer narrator mode and back!]]
*'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (Entertainment Pack, 2011)
**''Accessories:'' Gun

: A Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a similarly-scaled [[Megatron (WFC)#EntertainmentPack|Megatron]] and PVC figurines of [[Jack Darby (Prime)#EntertainmentPack|Jack Darby]], [[Miko Nakadai (Prime)#EntertainmentPack|Miko Nakadai]], and [[Raf Esquivel#EntertainmentPack|Raf Esquivel]]. Optimus converts from robot mode to his truck mode. He comes with a gun than he can wield with his hands, as well as peg onto his hitch in vehicle mode, with different pegs for either configuration. Similar to [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|a previous Optimus Prime toy]], he features some [[Kibble#.22Faux-parts.22|faux-kibble]] in the form of his actual windshield chest being covered by sculpted panels featuring his characteristic windshield-chest.

: Initial distribution of this set was... spotty at best, with most of the stock going to Canada. However, [[Toys"R"Us|ToysЯUs]] picked up this set, along with most of the "First Edition" line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012.

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[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|And those chest-mounted side-view mirrors go to ''where'' on the truck mode?]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)
**''Number:'' '''001'''
**''Accessories:'' "[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] battle sword", "[[plasma cannon]]", cardboard stand

: Part of the first wave of ''Prime: First Edition'' Voyager-Class toys, Optimus Prime transforms into a truck, with a similar (but more complex) transformation to his previous Deluxe-Class toy, and features a faux-kibble window-chest panel as well as a detailed truck cab interior. He comes with a "Cybertronian battle sword" and a "plasma cannon", either of which can peg into his hands. The cannon also features a 5mm peg-hole on the underside of its barrel, allowing the sword (or any other compatible accessory) to mount there as a bayonet. They are stored in vehicle mode by pegging them onto either the 5mm-compatible trailer hitch, or onto each peg-hole beside it, although the [[instructions]] tell [[you]] to peg the sword facing forwards onto the hitch, with the cannon mounting backwards onto one of the side pegs. His trailer hitch ends up on his right robot leg, and he has a fake, sculpted, equally-usable trailer hitch on his left leg. As with all "First Edition" toys, he features a cardboard stand.

: He is minimally mis-transformed in-package and in the [[Stock photography|stock photo]], as his shoulder guards aren't flipped open. His stock photography also shows his plasma cannon as being solid black, when the final cannon is black speckled with silver paint, with slightly more painted silver details on the tips of the barrels.

[[File:Takara-tomy-fe-optimus-prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
: The Japanese release of this figure features slightly different colors for greater [[show-accuracy]], including darker reds and blues, and a more metallic silver plastic.

: The First Edition Voyagers were never released in the US, forcing buyers to import him from Canada or Japan... at first. [[Toys"R"Us|ToysЯUs]] later picked up this toy, along with most of the "First Edition" line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012. This second run introduced a [[Variant#Colors and deco|deco variant]], in which the red paint on, beside, and below the truck side windows is omitted, revealing the patch of brown plastic underneath. As he is packaged in robot mode, with his front wheels and shoulders covering said patch, the only way to identify which version is which while in the box is by looking at the hinge joints beside his two painted torso lights, with the center portions of the hinges being unpainted brown on the variant.

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[[File:Prime-toy OptimusShining.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[June 16|6-16]]-2012)
**''Accessories'': "Plasma Cannon", "Cybertronian Battle Sword", cardboard stand

: One of two exclusive toys at the Tokyo Toy Show 2012 held on [[June 16]]th and [[June 17|17th]] (the other being [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#UnitedBlack|''United'' Black Optimus Prime]]), this is the First Edition Prime mold (see above) done up mostly in transparent plastics. He comes in a grayscale version of the First Edition packaging that is otherwise unchanged from the Japanese package, design-wise.

::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1576.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 1)]
::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1577.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 2)]

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[[File:Prime-toy DarkGuardOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[December 1|12-01]]-2012)
**''Accessories'': "Cybertronian battle sword", "plasma cannon"
: This Japanese-exclusive black-and-gold redeco of First Edition Voyager Class Optimus Prime was available exclusively at the fourteen stores taking part in the [[Cybertron Satellite]] promotion. It depicts Prime coated in an alloy reverse-engineered by Ratchet from MECH equipment that protects Optimus against Dark Energon and other techno-biological hazards.

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===Rescue Bots===
[[File:RescueBots-toy OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Admit it, you want one.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
:Optimus Prime transforms into a red and blue semi truck of likely fictitious origin. In keeping with the simplified transformation scheme of the Rescue Bots line, Optimus Prime transforms from truck to robot when [[Autotransformation|his legs are folded down]], at which point his head, arms, and hands emerge; folding his toes into position will finish the transformation.

:Of note is that on some samples, the head can sometimes lock into position even when the figure is in robot mode; this could be observed simply by walking into a store and seeing multiple "headless" Prime figures. This can occasionally be corrected by pushing down on the back of the panel or tapping the head, thereby releasing it.

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[[File:Rescue-bots-Electronic-Rescue-Bots-Mobile-Headquarters.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Electronic Rescue Bots Mobile Headquarters''' (playset 2012)
**''Accessories:'' Optimus Prime, [[Cody Burns]]
:The Electronic Rescue Bots [[Mobile Headquarters]] includes an Optimus Prime toy with a seat for the Cody Burns figure. He has a simple transformation that involves folding his legs and standing him up.

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[[File:TRURageOverCybertronCybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|S-s-s-so th-th-th-this i-i-i-is w-w-w-what i-i-i-it f-f-fe-feels l-l-li-like t-t-t-to b-be st-st-stu-stunned.]]
*'''Rage over Cybertron''' (Multipack, 2011)
:*''Accessories'': "blaster" rifle

:A redeco of Cybertronian Optimus Prime with a translucent red front section, additional (painted) "scratched paint" details, some red paint highlights either omitted or changed to yellow and additional yellow circuitry pattern detailing reminiscent of the jammed abilities/mode lock/EMP effect from the ''War for Cybertron'' game, available in a [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive three-pack with redecos of Cybertronian Megatron and Cybertronian Bumblebee.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUROCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Rage over Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===Cyberverse===
[[File:Primetoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Equipped with "Berry Blast" Push Pops.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)
**''Series / Number'': '''2 / 001'''
**''Japanese release date:'' '''[[March 31|3-31]]-[[2012]]'''
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-01'''
**''Accessories'': 2 "battle cannons"

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' [[Cyberverse#Series 2|Series 2 ''Cyberverse'']] Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is a smaller-scale toy, and features translucent plastic for his torso so that the toy can be illuminated using the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with two translucent "battle cannon" weapons which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held by his hands, or store/mount onto numerous ports on his person. Additionally, he features a 5mm port for a trailer hitch.

:The Hasbro release comes with a pack-in file card. In addition to the regular version, Optimus was also released in a special "advance release" assortment alongside alongside [[Bulkhead (Prime)#Cyberverse|Bulkhead]], [[Megatron (WFC)#Cyberverse|Megatron]] and [[Starscream (WFC)#Cyberverse|Starscream]], with each figure including a mini-DVD that contains the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' episode "[[Masters & Students]]". Yes, all four of them come with the same episode.

:Like many other modern toys, Optimus was designed with an alternate head sculpt (based on the [[mouthplate]]-less face as seen on the show) intended for a later retool, which was [[gang-molding|gang-molded]] with the original head. At least one specimen sporting the mouthplate-less head has been found at retail, although since this occurrence has seemingly been limited to an isolated incident, it can be assumed to be a [[quality control|manufacturing error]] rather than a genuine [[variant]].<ref name="cvvari">[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/cyberverse-optimus-prime-unmasked-variant-174184/ TFW2005 reporting] on the head sculpt "variant" for Cyberverse Commander Class Optimus Prime.</ref> The mouthplate-less head sculpt ''was'' eventually used officially for a later-[[wave]] redeco, Nightwatch Optimus Prime (see below).

:This sculpt was later retooled to make ''Beast Hunters Cyberverse'' [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#BHCyberverse|Ultra Magnus]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyberverse Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Primetoy-Cyberverse-NightwatchOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Add the cannons from my previous release to form ''Prime'' "[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BattleSteel|Battle Steel Optimus Prime]]!"]]
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)
**''Series / Number'': '''2 / 008'''
**''Accessories'': 2 "battle swords"

: Part of the third wave of ''Prime Cyberverse'' Commander Class toys, Nightwatch Optimus Prime is a redeco of Series 2 ''Cyberverse'' Optimus Prime, using the faceplate-less head sculpt that is [[gang-molding|gang-molded]] with the original head. His blue plastic is now gray, his smokestacks and thighs are left unpainted, he loses the Autobot insignia on his right forearm/door, and he gains yellow paint highlights for his eyes and lights, along with various other minor deco differences. Instead of the original release's cannons, he now comes with a pair of swords, which each have a pair of 3mm posts for wielding/mounting.

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[[File:PrimeEZCollectionAutobotSet.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Autobot Set''' (EZ Collection 6-pack, [[November 24|11-24]]-2012)
**''ID number'': '''EZ-SP1'''
**''Accessories'': 2 "battle cannons"

: This redeco of Optimus Prime uses the faceplate-less version of the mold's head, and replaces his red plastic with a metallic shade, among other minor deco changes. He was only available in a TakaraTomy ''[[EZ Collection]]'' six-pack with [[Bumblebee (WFC)#EZ6pack|Bumblebee]], [[Ratchet (WFC)#EZ6pack|Ratchet]], [[Bulkhead (Prime)#EZ6pack|Bulkhead]], [[Arcee (WFC)#EZ6pack|Arcee]], and [[Wheeljack (Prime)#EZ6pack|Wheeljack]].

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[[File:PrimeBHtoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|His new vehicle mode may be combat-ready, but it's still terrible at parallel parking.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)
**''Series / Number'': '''3 / 001'''
**''Accessories'': Launcher & missile (combine to form Thunder Lance), [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHCyberverse|Star Saber]]

: Part of the first wave of ''Prime: [[Beast Hunters]]'' [[Cyberverse#Series 3|Series 3 ''Cyberverse'']] Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is an all-new mold. He now transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck with spiky fenders at the front and a cage compartment at the back, and comes with the Thunder Lance and Star Saber. Each of the weapons features two differently-placed 3mm posts, allowing them to be held by his hands, or mount onto two ports on the rear vehicle sides, as well as allowing the lance to additionally be used as a pressure-fired missile launcher.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/CybCommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on "Beast Hunters" Cyberverse Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:PrimeBHPRtoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| Now in the color Metallic!]]
*'''Optimus Prime vs Predaking''' (Cyberverse Commander 2-pack, 2013)
**''Accessories'': Launcher & missile (combine to form Thunder Lance), [[Star Saber (Prima)#Target2pack|Star Saber]]

: Part of the "[[Beast Hunters: Predacons Rising|Predacons Rising]]" [[subline imprint]], Optimus Prime is a redeco of his Series 3 ''Cyberverse'' Commander Class toy in a color scheme inspired by [[Thunder Clash]], including a version of the latter's peculiar chest insignia. He comes in a two-pack with a purple and black redeco of Commander Class [[Predaking (Prime)#Target2pack|Predaking]].

: Like all ''Predacons Rising'' releases, the Optimus Prime/Predaking two-pack was [[exclusive]] to [[Target]] stores in the United States and Canada and to [[Tesco]] stores in the UK, and is also supposed to be exclusive to Carrefour elsewhere in Europe (presumably in France and/or Spain, though there have been no sightings as of yet). It has also been found at Rossmann drug stores in Germany. Also, like all ''Predacons Rising'' multi-pack redecos of ''Beast Hunters'' Cyberverse figures, the ''Cyberverse'' logo is nowhere to be found on the packaging.

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[[File:PrimeBHtoy-Cyberverse-BeastBladeOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Beast Blade Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)
**''Series / Number'': '''3 / 008'''
**''Accessories'': Launcher & missile (combine to form Thunder Lance), [[Star Saber (Prima)#BBladeCyberverse|Star Saber]], Battlewing Shield

: Part of the fourth wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters Cyberverse'' Commander Class toys, Beast Blade Optimus Prime is a jungle-themed green and blue redeco of his Series 3 ''Cyberverse'' Commander Class toy, coming with a new Battlewing Shield accessory in addition to retaining both the Thunder Lance and Star Saber. His shield can open up to form wings, and can be pegged onto the ridge on top of the vehicle's cage compartment, or mount onto the screw-hole on his, er, robot butt.

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===Prime===
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[[File:PrimeRIDtoy-PrimeVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|The return of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Prime]]! ...sorta.]]
[[File:Prime-toy OptimusTakTom.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|My headlights are totally fake.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012)
**''Series / Number'': '''01 / 001'''
**''Japanese release date:'' '''[[March 31|3-31]]-[[2012]]'''
**''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-01'''
**''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon & battle sword (Hasbro only), "O.P." Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' Voyager Class toys, Optimus Prime is a new, smaller, slightly more [[Articulation|articulated]] mold, and is the first mainline ''Prime'' Optimus Prime figure released ''not'' to have fake windshield windows on his chest, though they're upside-down relative to truck-mode.

: He now comes with a half-translucent gun which lights up and expands [[MechTech]]-style when the lever is pulled. Bizarrely, the main section of the weapon is sculpted to resemble Prime's forearm, with the unfolding part being his in-show gun. Additionally, he comes with an opaque sword resembling the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], which he can wield two-handed. The gun features a peg on its underside and a port on each side, while the sword features a peg and peg-hole on its hilt in addition to its 5mm handle. In robot mode, either accessory can mount on his hands, on either of his shoulders, or be pegged into either of his half-translucent forearms. In vehicle mode, the top of the vehicle mode cab can also fold back to reveal two additional peg holes, and there are three peg holes (including the fifth wheel hitch) on the back section, although the hitch tends to open up and not hold very well.

: Unlike previous Voyager Class MechTech weapons, the gun cannot be set to stay expanded. This means that Prime is forced to threaten Decepticons with a random block of parts, unless you want to use one of your hands to permanently unfold his weapon.

: The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Optimus Prime has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] release. His blue and red plastics are darker and metallic, his translucent blue plastic is darker, and a few of his [[paint operation]]s have been omitted and replaced with customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, such as his shins, feet, headlamps, and [[insignia]]s. His legs, outer forearms and truck-mode "sleeper cabin" side panels have been [[retool]]ed to include [[5mm post]]-holes as part of the line-wide "[[Arms Micron]]" gimmick. As such, he does not come with the Hasbro version's weapons, but instead an Arms Micron partner named [[O.P.]] who transforms into a weapon resembling Optimus's in-show blaster cannon. This version of the mold was also used to make ''Prime'' [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]].

: The Hasbro version of the mold was retooled to make ''Beast Hunters'' [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ultra Magnus]], using the forearms of the TakaraTomy version.

: AM-01 Optimus was also part of a special Arms Micron promotion. Between [[March 1]]st and [[March 30]]th 2012, those who pre-ordered Optimus online from through one of four different web sites ([[Amazon (website)|Amazon Japan]], [[Toys"R"Us|ToysЯUs]], Bic Camera, and Yodobashi Camera) received the bonus promotional Micron [[Firebolt (Prime)|Firebolt]] with their Prime.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Voyager Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1460.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''
::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1461.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''

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[[File:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.95|The only reason he still has the blaster is because mini-guns mounted on his shoulders can be very deafening.]]
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)
**''Japanese release date:'' '''[[September 29|9-29]]-2012'''
**''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-21'''
**''Accessories'': Rifle (Hasbro only), "R.A." Arms Micron & Matrix Blade (TakaraTomy only)

: Part of the first wave of ''Prime: Robots in Disguise'' Weaponizer Class toys, Optimus Prime is a large toy, similar in size to Leader Class figures from previous ''Transformers'' toylines. He features a simpler transformation and design compared to previous Leader-sized figures, with him having fake chest windows (again) and a simplified, hollow truck rear where his feet, arms, and fake chest windows are plainly visible. He comes with a blaster which can mount onto his hands, shoulder-pads, and the sides of his legs/truck rear.

: His ''main'' gimmicks, however, are the two large, blue-and-white mini-guns hidden in his back/hood, which can deploy and "weaponize" either mode. When deployed, the mini-guns swing out from his back/hood and spin, while a red LED inside his torso lights up briefly. The mini-guns swing down to the sides of his head in robot mode, and can also be deployed in vehicle mode when one manually opens the grille. Pushing down on the red lever on the center his torso (in either mode) briefly lights up the LED again and swings the mini-guns back into their hiding places.

: The Hasbro version of this mold was retooled to make ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Platinum Edition|Ultra Magnus]].

: The [[TakaraTomy]] version, part of the seventh wave of Japanese ''Prime'' toys, is dubbed '''Arms Master Optimus''', uses darker, metallic plastics, casts the backs of his thighs in metallic red, replaces his metallic silver paint with glossy gray, and replaces a few of his paint operations with customer-applied foil stickers, such as his insignias, shins, headlamps, the ''tiny'' yellow lights on his torso, and the blue deco on his truck panel sides. He has also been retooled with additional 5mm pegs for his thighs, roof, and lower backpack, as well as ports for his forearms, shoulders, smokestacks, fuel tanks, and roof. Instead of the rifle, he comes with a very large [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#ArmsMaster|Matrix]] which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab, with the Matrix also being covered in 5mm posts and holes so that Arms Microns can be attached to it. He additionally comes with 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 (Prima)#ArmsMaster|Matrix Saber]].

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*'''Remote Controlled Optimus Prime''' (2012)
**''Accessories'': Remote control

:An electronic Optimus Prime, operable by remote control. As well as driving around, the remote control allows you to convert Optimus from truck to robot and trigger his punching action.

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[[File:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-BattleShieldOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Real is Brown.]]
*'''Battle Shield Optimus''' (Voyager, [[August 12|8-12]]-2012)
**''Accessories'': "O.P. A", "Pral G", "Sais G", "Jayz G" Arms Microns, sword, trailer

: [[Exclusive]] to Japanese [[Toys"R"Us|ToysЯUs]] stores, this [[redeco]] of AM-01 Optimus features warmer, metallic shades of plastic, replaces the gray plastic around his windshield-chest with red, and replaces the clear-blue plastics with clear-black. He comes with the Hasbro version's battle sword, which is now a darker, warmer shade. For Arms Microns, he now comes with [[O.P.#Gray|O.P. A]], [[Pral#Gold|Pral G]], [[Sais#Gold|Sais G]], and [[Jayz#Gold|Jayz G]], and the latter three can combine to form a golden version of the [[Cosmotector#Gold|Cosmotector]] shield (hence the name).

:If purchased during the summer 2012 promotional period, he would also have come with a cardboard trailer unit that features Arms Micron mounting points, and can carry a Deluxe Class vehicle (like, say, [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Deluxe|Bumblebee]]).

::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1635.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''
::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1636.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''
::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1637.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 3)]''
::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1638.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 4)]''

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*'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, [[October 20|10-20]]-2012)
**''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-EX'''
**''Accessories'': Gun, "Gold Metal R.A." Arms Micron

: A Bic Camera and Joshin Kids' Land exclusive, this redeco is the first release of the ''Prime: First Edition'' Deluxe class Optimus Prime figure in Japan. He features several customer-applied foil stickers, including Decepticon insignias of varying sizes. He comes with a [[R.A.#Orion|gold vac-metal version of the Arms Micron, R.A.]], as well as the normal blaster-cannon.

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[[File:PrimeDEtoy-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I feel so fiery and gutsy...]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Dark Energon Voyager, 2012)
**''Number'': '''002'''
**''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon, battle sword

: ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Dark Energon Series|Prime: Dark Energon]]'' Optimus Prime is a [[BigBadToyStore]]-exclusive redeco/retool of RID Optimus Prime, being is cast in translucent red and orange, and three shades of opaque blue. He comes with a new mouthplate-less head.

: Though he was packaged on an individual box, he was initially sold as part of a set with [[Megatron (WFC)#DarkEnergon|Dark Energon Megatron]]. He was eventually made available on his own, and all of the Dark Energon Series toys were eventually made available in Singapore as mass-retail releases. The Voyager Class toys, in particular, also saw mass-retail release in the Philippines.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/DEOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Dark Energon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Primetoy-PrimeUnicronPack-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime + Gaia Unicron''' (2013)
**''Accessories'': "O.P" Arms Micron

:This Asian-exclusive redeco of AM-01 Optimus Prime features a sticker-less, extensive paint-job, coating his red parts and half-translucent arms in glossy metallic paint, painting his torso, shins, grille, fenders, and wheel rims silver, painting half of his feet in glossy black, having painted headlights, and featuring a unique "snake" insignia on his roof/right shoulder-pad, due to 2013 being the "Year of the Snake". [[O.P.#PrimeUnicronPack|O.P]] comes pre-assembled, lacks stickers, and features paint operations.

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

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===Platinum Edition===
[[File:PlatinumEditiontoy-YOTSOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Platimus.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Year of the Snake exclusive, 2013)
**''Accessories:'' Firetruck drone, helicopter drone, drill tank drone, submarine drone, trailer, rifle, missile

: ''Platinum Edition'' "Year of the Snake" Optimus Prime is a redeco of [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|''Energon'']] [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Energon|Super Class Optimus Prime]], and transforms into a Cybertronic short-nosed truck cab. He is armed with a spring-loaded [[missile]] launcher that is held by his hands via 5mm post, and can store on the rear of his truck mode (which becomes the backpack of his robot mode) when not in use. He lacks the electronics that previous versions have.

:He comes with a trailer which has flip-down support struts at the rear to enable it to stand alone, and either side of the trailer features a Mini-Con-compatible peg. The trailer stands upright to become an "Energon tower" with a helipad, as well as a radar dish with a 5mm peg-hole. The trailer houses four "assault vehicles" which are redecoes of the [[Prime Force]] drones, and three of the trailer's four storage compartments feature launching mechanisms that propel the vehicles into action. The "assault vehicles" consist of a firetruck with an extending ladder and rotating turret, a helicopter with spinning rotors, a drill tank with a gear-wheel-activated spinning drill, and a submarine with opening capture claws beneath its bow. Combining with the four interchangeable drones to form limbs, Optimus Prime can also transform into "[[Super Mode|Super Optimus Prime]]", and any drone is capable of forming any limb.

[[File:PlatinumEditiontoy-YOTSSuperOptimusPrime.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1]]
:In lieu of combining with his drones, Optimus Prime can also combine with ''Platinum Edition'' [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to form what his instructions ''also'' call "Super Optimus Prime". The drones are color-matched to Omega Supreme, and can attach to four connectors on his body. In an undocumented feature, Prime can also merge with ''Energon'' [[Wing Saber (Energon)#Energon|Wing Saber]] in a similar fashion, with Wing Saber splitting into four components that connect to Prime as limbs. Wing Saber's red and white torso components can become arms for Prime while his legs attach to Prime's own, creating a "flight mode" of sorts, but the parts can also be swapped around, with Wing Saber's legs deploying large missile launchers and becoming arms.

:Though the [[stock photography]] shows the original mouthed-face head and smooth inner chest windows, the final toy uses the face-plated head and ridged inner windows. The [[packaging]]'s [[bio]] is every [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Prime]] bio ever (well, [[Optimus Prime (SG)|mostly]]), but considering he combines and interacts with Omega Supreme, who appears to be an [[Aligned continuity family]] version of the character, it seems necessary that Optimus Prime is as well.

:''Platinum Edition'' Optimus Prime is exclusive to BigBadToyStore and Amazon.com in America, but was also released at Philippine mass retail in limited quantities and Australia as a Kmart exclusive.
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===Beast Hunters===
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[[File:PrimeBHtoy-Voyager-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|MONSTER FIRETRUCK transforms into JETPOWER OPTIMUS PRIME!]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2013)
**''Series/Number'': '''2 / 001'''
** ''Accessories:'' Two "Ionic Pulse Launchers"/"Eaglefire Missile Launchers", two missiles, [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHVoyager|Star Saber]]

: Part of the first wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' Voyager Class toys, Optimus Prime is a larger, all-new mold. He also transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck, but differs from his Cyberverse toy by having a faceplate-less mouth, and by being equipped with a large four-winged backpack in robot mode. He features a 5mm port for each of his hands, one on his backpack, one near each of his front wheels, and one on each of his two upper wings.

:He comes with the Star Saber, which has a 5mm handle and a post on its hilt, as well as two spring-loaded, missile-firing "[[Ionic Pulse Launcher]]s" (which are called "Eaglefire Missile Launchers" in the instructions). The launchers each feature a 5mm post, have flip open prods, and can peg onto the ports near the wheels on his robot back, giving him a pair of back-mounted rocket engines.

:Some units have a waist [[Swivel joint|swivel]] that is somehow fixed in place, and is unable to rotate. His packaging stock photography also depicts translucent green missiles that are opaque light-gray in the final product. His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5|fifth chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.

:He was redecoed into ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' [[Hunter Nemesis Prime]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Voyager ''Beast Hunters'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:PrimeBHtoy-Ultimate-BHOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|''Prime: Beast Hunters'' Beast Hunter Optimus Prime: Hunter of Beasts.]]
*'''Beast Hunter Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate, 2013)
** ''Accessories:'' Dragon-hunting sword, dragon-hunting shield, five missiles

: Part of the first wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' Ultimate Class toys, Beast Hunter Optimus Prime is larger than the average Weaponizer or Leader Class toy, and comes with a sword and shield which can mount via 5mm post in various ways on his hands, forearms, and legs.

:His main [[gimmick]], however, is his quintet of "[[Firebreath Cyclocannons]]"—spring-loaded dragon-headed missile launchers mounted on an ornate, rotating circular contraption attached to his back/roof. Turning the handle on top makes the backpack rotate and cycle through each cannon, and pressing the handle's button will trigger and fire whatever cannon is at the top/front. When the cannons are cycled through in robot mode, his eyes and windshield-chest light up, and one can alternatively rotate (but not fire) the cannons and activate his light-up features by pushing down on the fake spiky fenders on his stomach. Out of the package, the handle itself comes detached to allow the rest of the toy to fit.

:His stock photography depicts his three green missiles as translucent, when they are opaque in the final product. His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 17|seventeenth chapter]] of the ''Tales of the Beast Hunters'' series. This toy was originally announced at UK Toy Fair 2013 as "Dragon Disc Optimus Prime".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Beast Hunter Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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*'''Beast Hunter Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate, 2013)
**'''07 OF 30'''
** ''Accessories:'' Dragon-hunting sword, dragon-hunting shield, five missiles

: This version of Ultimate Class Beast Hunter Optimus Prime is exclusive to [[Cybertron Con 2013]]. While Prime itself is unchanged, he has been packaged in the box with his backpack plugged into his back, allowing the cannons to rotate when his spiky stomach-fenders are pushed down. The box itself also has slightly different text and graphical layouts, is encased in a large, slip-on outer covering, and features a designated number as part of the ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' line.

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*'''Optimus Prime vs. Predaking''' (multi-pack, 2013)
** ''Accessories:'' Two "Ionic Pulse Launchers"/"Eaglefire Missile Launchers", two missiles, [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHVoyager|Star Saber]]
:A minor redeco of ''Beast Hunters'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime that lacks the black paint operation for the Star Saber's hilt, changes the color of the side windows' paint operations from yellow to green, adds yellow paint operations for the headlights and lacks the silver paint operations above the front windows.

:This version was only available in a two-pack with an ever-so-slightly more redecoed Voyager Class [[Predaking (Prime)#Optimus|Predaking]], which has thus far only been released at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores in Portugal, the United Kingdom and Germany. In Germany, it was explicitly advertised as a Toys"R"Us exclusive. It's unknown at this point if the two-pack will be released outside Europe.

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[[File:Beast-Hunters-Weaponizers-BeastTrackerOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|''Beast Hunters: Lite.'']]
*'''Beast Tracker Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2013)
** ''Accessories:'' Rifle, Dragon Sword

: A redeco of ''Prime: Robots In Disguise'' Weaponizer Optimus Prime, this figure swaps out the red plastics with forest green, has new green paint applications on his torso, loses the electronics, and gains an additional "Dragon Sword" accessory, a slightly smaller version of the Ultimate Class Beast Hunter Optimus Prime's "Dragon-hunting sword".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Autobot/BTOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Beast Tracker Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:PrimeBHtoy-Series3VoyagerOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2014)
**''Series/Number'': '''3 / 001'''
** ''Accessories:'' Nexus Sword, Vector Shield, cannon, missile

: Part of the first wave of ''Beast Hunters'' Series 3 Voyager Class toys, Optimus Prime is functionally an upsized copy of his ''Beast Hunters'' Series 3 ''Cyberverse'' toy, though with certain sculpted details based on his larger toys, the replacement of his ball joints with more robust [[Ratchet (mechanism)|ratchet joint]]s, the addition of thigh [[Swivel joint|swivel]]s, and various deco differences. As a result, his complexity is lower than in his previous Voyager Class toys, but he ends up being much, ''much'' more massive.

:For accessories, he comes with (according to his bio) "the ancient weapons of the Primes", such as his Nexus Sword (a reference to [[Nexus Prime]]), the Vector Shield (an upscaled, non-transforming version of the shield from his [[#BBladeCyberverse|''Cyberverse'' "Beast Blade" toy]], and a reference to [[Vector Prime]]), as well as a generic cannon with a pressure-fired missile. All of his accessories can peg into his hands, right forearm, backside, and vehicle sides.

:The Nexus Sword is extremely similar to the original Voyager ''Beast Hunters'' Optimus Prime toy, however much like with sword from the ''Beast Hunters'' Weaponizer Beast Tracker Optimus, the sword is a shorter and less detailed version of the original weapon.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/BHOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on "upscaled" Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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===Go!===
[[File:Go!toy-HunterOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Sie sind das Essen und wir sind die Jäger!]]
*'''Hunter Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[April 27|4-27]]-2013)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G11'''
** ''Accessories:'' Two missile launchers, two missiles, [[Star Saber (Prima)#Go!|Matrix Saber]]

:Part of the first wave of TakaraTomy ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Hunter Optimus Prime is a redeco of the Voyager Class ''Beast Hunters'' Optimus Prime toy. His red and blue plastics are now cast in metallic shades, his translucent green plastic has been replaced with translucent blue, his yellow highlights are more orange-yellow, his yellow-painted side windows are now blue, and his gray plastic is now cast in two different, darker shades. The Matrix Saber, aside from being blue, uses a bluer shade of gunmetal paint for its hilt and handle.

:His packaging stock photography is merely a color-swapped version of Hasbro's stock photos, switching out the green for blue.
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[[File:Tf-go-optimus-exprime-toy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|TRUKK NOT CHOOCHOO DREGUN]]
*'''Optimus Exprime''' (Voyager, [[January 25|1-25]]-2014)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''G26'''
** ''Accessories:'' Two large swords, two kabuto helmets/shields

:Part of the eighth wave of TakaraTomy ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Optimus Exprime is capable of changing from a robot to either a train or (something resembling) a [[Popular beast alternate modes#Dragons|dragon]] and back again. He can also form the torso of either DaiKenzan (with [[Kenzan]] forming the upper torso, head, and arms and [[Gekisoumaru]] forming the legs) or DaiGekisou (With Kenzan and Gekisoumaru reversed from their roles in DaiKenzan).

:While not mentioned in his instructions, the train sections which normally hang off his arms can be reversed and his dragon claws can be flipped out to give him a passable set of combat claws.

:Each of his kabuto helmets forms the head for one of the two combined modes. In addition, either of his kabuto helmets can be connected to his robot mode back (allowing his swords to also be stored on his back), and both can be connected to the rear of his train mode simultaneously. In robot mode or combined mode, his kabuto helmets can be held individually as a shield or combined into an even larger shield.

:Optimus Exprime's electronics are slightly less complex than those of Kenzan and Gekisoumaru. In robot, dragon, and train modes, pressing a button sets off red flashing LEDs and causes him to play one of seven sounds or phrases (which do not change depending on the mode). Pressing and holding the button activates a combination mode similar to the ones found in Kenzan and Gekisoumaru. Optimus Exprime calls on Kenzan and Gekisoumaru to combine with him, and then combination music plays as the LEDs flash blue, purple, and red (with the two halves of his [[Autobot]] [[insignia]] showing different colors!). Completing either combination by snapping the correct kabuto helmet into place ends the combination mode and triggers another phrase.

:Once combined, DaiKenzan has three new phrases (spoken in Kenzan's voice), while DaiGekisou has four (in Gekisoumaru's voice). In either combined form, pressing and holding the button activates an additional, longer phrase for their "final attack". DaiGekisou is armed with a scissors-esque "shuriken" made from combining Optimus Exprime's two swords, while DaiKenzan simply wields them separately.

:Unlike the other [[Swordbot]] toys, Optimus Exprime's kabuto helmets form an integral part of one of his [[alternate mode]]s. The kabuto helmet designed for use with his DaiGekisou combination forms the head of his dragon form, while the kabuto helmet designed for use with his DaiKenzan combination forms the "tail" of the same. He comes with two HUGE swords (with [[5mm post|5mm]] handles) which can be attached to several places on his kabuto helmets or either alternate form, held separately in his hands, or held both in the same hand (with one held in reverse-grip).

:An additional oddity is that unlike every other toy in the Go! toyline, Optimus Exprime came packaged in a box without a window. This is potentially because of the sheer amount of information TakaraTomy wanted to print on the box, or because they were unable to fit him into the box in robot mode with all of his accessories displayed. Whatever the reason, it left him with a smaller box than the other voyagers in the line, a substantially-altered box layout, and a much shorter profile.

:Adorably, his robot mode feet are molded to resemble itty-bitty versions of his bullet train mode, complete with molded wheels.

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==Merchandise==
===McDonald's===
[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeHappyMeal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Vehicle code name: Rhino]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Happy Meal, 2012)
:*''McNumber:'' '''1'''
:Happy Meal Optimus Prime is a nontransformable truck! When the smokestacks are pushed completely forward, a red LED shines out the translucent plastic of his windshield, headlights, and the Autobot symbol on his grill. An on/off switch on the truck's underside enables or disables the light feature.
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Happy Meal, 2013)
:Molded this time in robot mode, Optimus Prime has minimal articulation. Twisting his upper body at the waist causes him to raise his left arm, swinging up the sword which that arm is morphed into. When lowered, the sword extends lower than his feet, making him slightly unstable when standing on a flat surface.
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===Transformers Gum===
[[File:KabayaKit-TFGum-WFCOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime''' (2012)
**''Accessories:'' "blaster" rifle
:Part of the fifth wave of [[Kabaya]]'s revival of the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' series, this snap-on transforming model kit of ''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime is sculpted from red, light blue, and gray plastics, and uses [[sticker]]s for detail. He comes with a blue non-transforming version of his [[C joint|hand-held]] blaster rifle, which mounts at the rear in vehicle mode. He comes packed with a model kit of [[Tigerbreast#Transformers Gum|Tigerbreast]], and a stick of gum.

:This figure suffers from a [[design flaw]], in that his knee joint pegs are slightly too big for their sockets, and that the resulting connection is so tight that it makes the sockets form stress marks and eventually crack, or even cracking during assembly. The problem can be remedied by simply sanding down the pegs prior to sliding the legs onto the peg.
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===Titan Heroes===
[[File:TitanheroesOP.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Trust me, you don't want me to turn sideways. ''(12-inch version pictured)'']]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (12-inch Titan Hero, 2013)
:Part of the ''Prime''-portion of the ''[[Titan Heroes]]'' line, Optimus Prime is a non-transforming 12" figure! He is a durable, minimally-painted figure with somewhat unfortunate proportions.

*'''Optimus Prime''' (16-inch Titan Hero, 2013)

:Optimus Prime was also available in a 16-inch version, which is a different sculpt.
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==Notes==
[[File:TFPrimeOptimustruck.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|So, it hasn't got [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|flames]]. [[Ruined FOREVER|It's still not a flat nose truck.]]]]
[[File:SDCCPrimeOptimusPrimeTestShot.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|> OPEN PACKAGE You open the package. There is an Optimus Prime inside.]]
[[File:VectorSigmaBotBuilderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|It am [[#BHWeaponizer|BIZARRO OPTIMUS PRIME!]]]]
*''Exodus'' and ''War for Cybertron'' are different continuities within the same "continuity family", so their difference on Optimus Prime's pre-Prime name is not a real contradiction in and of itself. However [[Hasbro]]'s [http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/play/details.cfm?guid=7fd5ecd9-19b9-f369-1041-a7635be83172 online timeline]—meant as prequel to ''War for Cybertron''—refers to Optimus's pre-Prime name as "Orion Pax" like ''Exodus''. To confuse matters even more, in [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|War for Cybertron]]'' comic, [[Alex Irvine]], in adapting scenes from his novel, still keeps the character's name as "Orion Pax", when it is also meant to occur prior the game's events. Also, ''Fall of Cybertron'', the sequel to ''War for Cybertron'', uses the name "Orion Pax".
*Optimus is rather forgetful in ''Exodus''. Alpha Trion tells him twice that he had suggested to the High Council that Orion might be the Prime foretold in the [[Covenant of Primus]]. Then he tells Jetfire that the Core told him of Project Generation One, when it was a contingency plan Trion told him about, put in place since the Breaking of the Primes. Then again, leading an army for thousands or millions of years may place a strain on a bot's memory servers.
*Optimus's CG model underwent modifications between "[[Darkness Rising]]" and the first season proper, with his chest windows lowered somewhat during scenes when he is not in battle.
* A black and red version of the First Edition deluxe Optimus Prime could be seen in the [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011 ''Transformers'' slide show, inside a mock-up of the wearable Matrix of Leadership package done for the convention that year. This figure was presumably a test-shot, as it seems to share plastic colors with ''Generations'' [[Black Shadow (Victory)#Generations|Sky Shadow]] (who was, coincidentally, first revealed at that same Comic-Con).
*Optimus Prime's truck mode in ''Fall of Cybertron'' is described by [[High Moon Studios]] principal artist [[Mike Brown]] as a "fist with wheels attached to it." [http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/10/10/fall-of-cybertron-the-new-optimus-prime.aspx]
*At [[BotCon 2012]], High Moon Studios stated that [[Path Blaster|"Optimus Prime's weapon"]] was designed to look like an earlier version of the rifles he wields in the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' television series.
* Optimus Prime's body parts are available to use in [[The Hub]] website's [[Vector Sigma Bot Builder]] online game. Normally, you cannot configure a generic 'bot using all Optimus Prime parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.

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===Arms Up Modes===
In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Optimus has several powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:

[[File:SickMind CybSat-OpSkyMaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|He's about to pull a Powdered Toast Man.]]

*'''Sword Mode''' (ソードモード ''Sōdo Mōdo'')
**''Arms Microns'': B.2, C.L., O.P., R.A.
: Optimus's "Sword Mode", depicted on his AM-01 release box-back, which is just him brandishing the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] while [[C.L.]] is attached to Optimus's right leg. Woo.

*'''Sky Master Mode''' (スカイマスターモード ''Sukai Masutā Mōdo'')
**''Arms Microns'': B.2 (x2), C.L. (x2), Jida (x2), O.P.
: The more interesting "Sky Master Mode", revealed in the "[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]" segment of "[[Sick Mind|Phantom Transformation! Mind-Diving]]", has him using O.P. as a blaster, ''two'' [[B.2]]s as leg-thrusters, and ''two'' sets of C.L./[[Jida]](!) combinations as back-mounted [[jet pack]]s. The [[Arms Micron#AMW Series|AMW versions]] of C.L. and Jida, while not as color-coordinated, are a far more economical option than buying two of each Cliffjumper. Good luck with the second B.2. This mode was created as a "counter" to the aerial combatant Starscream, along with the [[Energon Sniper]] Combo Weapon (despite it being a Decepticon-Micron-formed weapon). Apparently, the "Arms Up Mission" game isn't picky about factions.

*'''Galaxy Prime Mode''' (ギャラクシープライムモード ''Gyarakushī Puraimu Mōdo'')
**''Arms Microns'': B.2, Jayz, O.P., Pral, R.A., Sais
: Seen on [[Unicron/toys#Prime|Gaia Unicron]]'s boxback, "Galaxy Prime mode" has Optimus wearing Gaia Unicron in "Gaia Armor" mode while holding the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] and [[Cosmotector]] Super Combo Weapons.

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===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Optimus Prime''' (オプティマス・プライム ''Oputimasu Puraimu'')
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kē Bó Wén''' (Taiwan, 柯博文), '''Qíng Tīan Zhù''' (China, 擎天柱, "Pillar that Supports the Sky")
*''Hungarian:'' '''Optimus Prime''', '''Optimusz Vezér''' ("Optimus Leader", ''Rescue Bots'' cartoon intro only)

==References==
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[[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Go! Autobots]]
[[Category:Hall of Fame]]
[[Category:Matrix bearers]]
[[Category:Prime Autobots]]
[[Category:Prime Decepticons]]
[[Category:Primes]]
[[Category:Rescue Bots Autobots]]
[[Category:Thirteen]]
[[Category:Transformers (2010) Autobots]]
[[Category:Transformers Online Autobots]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron Autobots]]

Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!

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|title="Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!"
|japanese=決戦！連結参乗合体ダイケンザン！
|romaji=Kessen! Renketsu Sanjō Gattai DaiKenzan!
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'''The final battle! Guren Dragotron kidnaps Isami and puts his master plan into action; can the combined might of the Shinobi and Samurai Teams stand up to the power of all five Legendiscs!?'''

==Synopsis==
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==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)#Go!|Optimus ExPrime]] (3)
*[[Kenzan]] (4)
*[[Ganoh]] (5)
*[[Jinbu]] (6)
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (12)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (13)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (14)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Dragotron|Guren Dragotron]] (1)
*[[Gaidora]] (7)
*[[Judora]] (8)
*[[Budora]] (10)
*[[Judora]] (11)

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*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (2)
*[[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] (9)
}}

==Notes==
===Trivia===
*Because the series is split into two Volumes distributed through two different magazines, Takara-Tomy needed to create a separate ending appropriate for each Volume. Therefore, the final episodes for each Volume are largely the same with the exception of the child kidnapped (Isami or Tobio), the Predacons present initially (Gaidora and Bakudora vs. Budora and Judora), and the final combined mode/attack used to defeat Guren Dragotron (DaiKenzan vs. DaiGekisou). This creates a bit of a minor continuity kerfuffle, in that there are then technically TWO continuities for Transformers: Go! - one for each Volume!

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2014 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'', May 2014 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Depart! Optimus Exprime!

2014-05-23T06:48:18Z

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|prev=Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!
|prev2=Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!
|next=Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiKenzan!
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|title="Depart! Optimus Exprime!"
|japanese=発進！オプティマスエクスプライム！
|romaji=Hasshin! Optimus ExPrime!
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|writer=Unknown
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'''The secrets of the Legendiscs are finally revealed and Isami and the Samurai Team retrieve a Legendisc from Bokuden Tsukahara. Returning to the present, they find themselves attacked by the revived Dragotron!'''

==Synopsis==
{{Epstub}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Kenzan]] (2)
*[[Ganoh]] (3)
*[[Jinbu]] (4)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)#Go!|Optimus ExPrime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Gaidora]] (6)
*[[Judora]] (7)
*[[Dragotron|Guren Dragotron]] (8)

|c3=
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (1)
*[[Bokuden Tsukahara]] (5)
}}

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*True to form for the series, [[Wikipedia:Tsukahara Bokuden|Bokuden Tsukahara]] is a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2014 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'', February 2014 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Discover! The Legendiscs!

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|prev=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!
|prev2=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!
|next=Enter! The New Warrior!
|next2=The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?
|title="Discover! The Legendiscs!"
|japanese=発見！レジェンディスク！
|romaji=Hakken! Legendisc!
|translation=
|image=Monkeying_Around.jpg
|caption=Honesty, teamwork, and justice - the true way of the ninja!
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation October 1|1 October]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Tobio and the Shinobi Team are attacked by Predacons on their way to another time slip point and are transported to the past. There, they meet Kotarō Fūma and learn a valuable lesson about teamwork. '''

==Synopsis==
[[Gekisoumaru]] reveals the secret entrance to the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team's]] underground base to [[Tobio Fūma|Tobio]]. [[Sensuimaru]] and [[Hishoumaru]] are already in the base, while [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]] and the [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]] appear on a video monitor. It turns out the teams have been gathered to introduce the kids to [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (also via video monitor), and to hear his information about the [[legendisc|legendiscs]]. Optimus explains that there are five legendiscs, and that while three - one each with Isami and Tobio, and one in Dragotron's body - are in the present, the other two are trapped in the past. Isami and Tobio must use their legendiscs to allow the teams to travel back in time to retrieve them. Just then, Tobio's disc reacts to another time slip point, and the Shinobi team leaves to track it down.

Unbeknownst to the Autobots, [[Judora]] has planted a bug on Isami and is listening to their conversation from the Predacon base. He is interrupted by [[Budora]], who informs him that [[Dragotron]]'s repairs are going more slowly than they'd hoped. Judora secretly resolves that Tobio's legendisc will be his either way.

The Shinobi team arrives at the time slip point, but are attacked by Judora and [[Gaidora]]. The moment the Predacons touch Tobio's disc, however, everyone is transported back to the past. There, the Shinobi team notices a group of fleeing monkeys with a lone ninja following them. They pursue the ninja, who quickly incapacitates the Shinobi Team with chains. Tobio explains that they're looking for a legendisc, and the ninja introduces himself as [[Kotarō Fūma]], leader of the [[Fūma Ninja Clan]]. Tobio realizes that Kotarō must be his ancestor, and asks him to hand over his legendisc. Kotarō reveals that he has the yellow legendisc, but that Tobio must take it from him if he wants it. The Shinobi Team breaks free of their chains and offers to assist, but Tobio replies that his opponent is only a human and that he can take the disc on his own.

Tobio tries various tactics to steal the disc before feigning injury and stealing the disc. Kotarō reveals, however, that Tobio has stolen a fake, and that no true ally of justice would ever resort to deceit or turn down the help of his friends. Just then, Judora and Gaidora attack, summoning [[Jaki]] from the ground. The Shinobi Team makes short work of the Jaki, so Judora orders them to combine into [[Goradora|Black Goradora]]. Black Goradora attacks the Shinobi Team, razing a large swath of the forest around him. Tobio notices a monkey and her baby trapped in a nearby tree, and realizes that he's the only one who can save them. Recalling Kotarō's words, he asks Sensuimaru to put out the fires near the tree and rushes to save the two monkeys. Unfortunately, just as he reaches the pair the tree collapses, raining burning logs on him. Kotarō appears in a flash, carrying Tobio and the two monkeys to safety.

Kotarō is impressed by Tobio's selfless act, and gives him the legendisc. Tobio uses it to allow the Shinobi Team to combine into GoSensui, defeating Black Goradora. Judora orders the Jaki to re-combine, this time taking to the skies. The Shinobi Team combines into GoHishou, defeating Black Goradora again before moving to attack Judora and Gaidora. As GoHishou's weapon connects with the two Predacons, however, everyone is transported back to the present.

Tobio is frustrated that they've lost the legendisc, but Gekisoumaru reminds him that they learned an important lesson from Kotarō: As long as they keep justice in their hearts, they will recover the legendiscs some day. Tobio and the Shinobi Team resolve to do their best.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (2)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (3)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (4)
*[[Ganoh]] (6)
*[[Jinbu]] (7)
*[[Kenzan]] (8)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Judora]] (10)
*[[Dragotron]] (11)
*[[Budora]] (12)
*[[Gaidora]] (13)
*[[Garara]] (15)
*[[Jurara]] (16)
*[[Barara]] (17)
*[[Burara]] (18)
*[[Dorara]] (19)
*[[Goradora]] (20)

|c3=
*[[Tobio Fūma]] (1)
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (5)
*[[Kotarō Fūma]] (14)
}}

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, [[Wikipedia:Fūma Kotarō|Kotarō Fūma]] is a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV Magazine]]'', November 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Showdown! MusashibÅ Benkei!

2014-05-23T06:36:17Z

BraveMax:

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Samurai Volume ep 4
|prev=The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?
|prev2=Enter! The New Warrior!
|next=Depart! Optimus Exprime!
|next2=
|title="Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!"
|japanese=対決！武蔵坊弁慶！
|romaji=Taiketsu! Musashibō Benkei!
|translation=
|image=Isami_is_a_dick_to_Benkei.jpg
|caption=Transformers: Portraying Japanese national heroes with the respect they deserve!
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation November 1|1 November]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Isami and the Samurai Team pursue another legendisc to the past. There they meet Benkei Musashibō, encounter a dangerous new Predacon ability, and learn about persistence. Back in the present, a new enemy appears.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Gaidora]] and [[Judora]] are speculating on how long it will take [[Dragotron]] to revive when he begins to glow. Some of the energy jumps to nearby Gaidora, who declares that Dragotron will reawaken soon.

Meanwhile, [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]] complains to [[Kenzan]] about the [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]'s continued failure to retrieve the [[legendisc|legendiscs]] and wonders if he's not up to the task. Kenzan scolds him, saying that failure is never a good reason to give up. Just then, Isami's legendisc begins to glow - it's detected another time slip point! The Samurai Team gathers at the Yokohama Bay Bridge, and is pulled into the past.

Unlike previous occasions, Isami is separated from the group in the transport and appears alone on a bridge. A giant man appears out of the fog, demanding that he leave his greatest treasure and go. Isami refuses to abandon the legendisc, and the man attacks. Despite being severely outmatched in strength, Isami defeats the man by getting in a lucky strike on the shin. The man then identifies himself as [[Benkei Musashibō]], and tells Isami that he has been searching for a legendary savior who will save the world and bring peace to its people. Believing that only a man who can defeat an unbeatable warrior like him in battle could possibly be that savior, he has fought and won countless duels. Since Isami has defeated him, he believes Isami is the savior and pledges his life to Isami. Isami realizes that he's been mistaken for something he's not, and asks Benkei what he would do if he found out Isami weren't the savior he was looking for. Benkei responds that even then he wouldn't give up, since no matter how many times you fail there's still a chance if you don't give up.

[[Image:Giant_Gaidora.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Yet again, Transformers displays a frightening disregard for [[scale]].]]
Just then, the Samurai Team arrives. Kenzan asks Isami if he's found the legendisc. Seeing Isami's disc Benkei reveals that he has one just like it, and that it's what's made him into an unbeatable warrior. Seeing the discs out in the open, the [[Predacon_(Prime)|Predacons]] reveal themselves and try to take the discs, summoning [[Jaki]] to fight the Samurai Team. Kenzan and the others easily defeat the Jaki, and Gaidora takes the opportunity to show them the new ability he's gained from Dragotron. Calling the Jaki to himself, he absorbs their bodies and grows to gigantic size.

[[Image:Oh_snap_-_Dragotron_is_back!.jpg|left|300px|thumb|[[TakaraTomy]] renders [[Dragotron|Dragotron's]] first toy obsolete on his very first appearance.]]
Judora takes advantage of the confusion for once, stealing the disc from Benkei. Isami gives up immediately, but Benkei refuses to quit, telling Judora that peace can't be protected by giving up so easily. Inspired by Benkei's words, Isami single-handedly attacks Judora and retrieves the legendisc. He orders the Samurai Team to combine into [[GoKenzan]], who dispatches the giant Gaidora and then attacks the Predacons directly, resulting in the Samurai Team being returned to the present. Isami swears he won't give up. In the past, Benkei cries because he has lost his master, and is approached by [[Ushiwakamaru|a mysterious figure]]. Finally, back in the present again, Judora and Gaidora argue about losing the disc again until they are interrupted by an explosion. A fully-revived Dragotron reveals himself, upgrading his body to Guren Dragotron form. He swears that this time he'll crush the Swordbots and rule the world for sure!

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Kenzan]] (5)
*[[Ganoh]] (6)
*[[Jinbu]] (7)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Gaidora]] (1)
*[[Dragotron]] (2)
*[[Judora]] (3)
*[[Garara]] (9)
*[[Jurara]] (10)
*[[Barara]] (11)
*[[Burara]] (12)
*[[Dorara]] (13)

|c3=
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (4)
*[[Benkei Musashibō]] (8)
*[[Ushiwakamaru]] (14)
}}

==Trivia/Notes==
*There are a few changes at the opening sequences' lyrics: "TRANSFORMER-GO!" is changed into "TRANSFORMERS-GO!".

===Continuity Notes===
*Previous episodes have depicted Dragotron with a [[character model]] based on his Voyager class toy. Beginning with this episode, however, he is given a new character model based on the much larger Guren Dragotron toy. And before powering up into his Guren Dragotron color scheme after awakening, his body sports a deco based on that of the [[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Transformers Prime]] [[Beast Hunters]] Beast Fire [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] figure, possibly making this a [[repurposing]] of the Beast Fire Predaking toy into representing a pre-Guren Dragotron.

===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, the [[Wikipedia:Yokohama Bay Bridge|Yokohama Bay Bridge]] is featured as a landmark.
*Likewise [[Wikipedia:Benkei|Benkei Musashibō]] and [[Wikipedia:Minamoto no Yoshitsune|Ushiwakamaru]] are real historical figures.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'', December 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

The Invincible Swordsman - RyÅma Sakamoto!?

2014-05-23T06:35:24Z

BraveMax:

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Samurai Volume ep 3
|prev=Pursue! The Legendiscs!
|prev2=Discover! The Legendiscs!
|next=Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!
|next2=Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!
|title="The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?"
|japanese=無敵の剣士・坂本竜馬!?
|romaji=Muteki no kenshi - Sakamoto Ryōma!?
|translation=
|image=Isami-and-Ryoma.jpg
|caption=The precious is MINE! MY OWN!
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation September 1|1 September]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Chasing another Legendisc in the past, Isami and the Samurai Team encounter Ryōma Sakamoto and discover that he's kind of a dick...'''

==Synopsis==
[[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]] practices Kendo with [[Sekishūsai Tatewaki|his grandfather]]. He wins easily, and confesses that he thinks the [[legendisc|red legendisc]] has been making him stronger since he started wearing it around his neck. His grandfather tells him that he shouldn't fear the power of the disc as long as he understands that it's the disc that's making him strong. Back at the base, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] tells the [[Swordbot Samurai Team]] that it's only a matter of time before [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] revives, and that they must do whatever they can to retrieve the remaining legendiscs. Isami's legendisc glows and tells them that there is another connection spot near the [[Cybertron Satellite]] in Ginza. They arrive, and are immediately transported back in time. They see two opponents dueling on a beach with practice swords. One man defeats the other, and then continues to attack him. Isami steps in to tell the victor that he shouldn't attack people when they're down and is surprised to learn that the victor is [[Ryōma Sakamoto]], a man known in the future for his chivalry. Isami asks Ryōma if he has a disc like his, and Ryōma produces the green legendisc. Isami tells Ryōma that he needs the green legendisc to help him save the future, but Ryōma replies that the disc has made him into an invincible swordsman and that he will not give it up. He decides Isami just wants both legendiscs to make himself strong, but Isami insists that he wants to use the power to protect humanity and the Earth. Ryōma refuses to believe that anyone could want such power to help others, and challenges Isami to a duel with the winner receiving both legendiscs. They start to fight, but [[Budora]] and [[Bakudora]] appear and attack, causing the Samurai Team to make their appearance.

Bakudora summons the [[Jaki]] from sand, and the Samurai Team dispatches them quickly. Bakudora warns the Samurai Team not to be overconfident, though, and tells them that they've powered up the Jaki. He orders them to perform their Black Jaki Combination. The Jaki combine into [[Goradora|Black Goradora]] and display incredible power. Bakudora takes the opportunity to try to retrieve the green legendisc from Ryōma, but Isami steps in to protect him. A terrified Ryōma asks Isami why he isn't afraid, but Isami replies that he is but that he must protect the legendiscs at all cost. Finally believing Isami, Ryōma gives him the green legendisc and asks Isami to promise to protect the world from the Predacons. Isami agrees, and uses the green legendisc to order the Samurai to combine. The Samurai Team combines into [[Ganoh|GoGanoh]] and defeats the new Black Goradora. Realizing they're defeated once again, the Predacons try to take the two legendiscs from Isami, knocking him over and causing him to drop the green legendisc. GoGanoh steps in to defend Isami, attacking Budora and Bakudora. As with their last time slip, there is a flash of light and the Samurai Team finds themselves back in the present sans the green legendisc. They speculate about why they've been returned to the present just before retrieving a legendisc once again, and [[Jinbu]] wonders whether the legendiscs might be causing it. In the past, Ryouma notices that his disc has disappeared along with Isami and the Samurai Team, and swears to become strong to protect humanity and the Earth just like Isami.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Kenzan]] (3)
*[[Ganoh]] (4)
*[[Jinbu]] (5)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (6)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Budora]] (9)
*[[Bakudora]] (8)
*[[Garara]] (10)
*[[Jurara]] (11)
*[[Barara]] (12)
*[[Burara]] (13)
*[[Dorara]] (14)
*[[Goradora]] (15)

|c3=
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (1)
*[[Sekishūsai Tatewaki]] (2)
*[[Ryōma Sakamoto]] (7)
}}

==Notes==

===Continuity Errors===
*For some reason, [[Budora]]'s right eye is repaired, [[Pursue! The Legendiscs!|even though it was damaged by Musashi in the previous Episode]].

===Transformers references===
*Isami says that the Legendisc connection spot featured in this episode is "near the Cybertron Satellite in Ginza". This makes the first appearance of a Cybertron Satellite in Transformers fiction. The Autobot Commander assigned to the district of Ginza is [[Ginza Prime]].

===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, [[Wikipedia:Ginza|Ginza]] is featured as a landmark.
*Likewise [[Wikipedia:Sakamoto Ryōma|Ryōma Sakamoto]] is a real historical figure.

===Trivia===
*This episode (the fourth Transformers: Go! episode released) marks the first use of an Intro and Outro segment.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'', October 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

==External links==
*[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pG2zmN4Ifso Official episode upload on TakaraTomy's You Tube channel]

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!

2014-05-23T06:31:15Z

BraveMax: Created page with "{{episode| |otherseries=''Triple Combination: Transformers Go!'' Shinobi Volume Ep 4 |prev=Enter! The New Warrior! |prev2=Th..."

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Shinobi Volume Ep 4
|prev=Enter! The New Warrior!
|prev2=The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?
|next=
|next2=Depart! Optimus Exprime!
|title=Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!
|japanese=決戦！連結参乗合体ダイゲキソウ！
|romaji=Kessen! Renketsu Sanjō Gattai DaiGekisou!
|translation=
|image=
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation March 1|1 March]] [[2014]]
}}

'''The final battle! Guren Dragotron kidnaps Tobio and puts his master plan into action; can the combined might of the Shinobi and Samurai Teams stand up to the power of all five Legendiscs!?'''

==Synopsis==
{{Epstub}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)#Go!|Optimus ExPrime]] (3)
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (4)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (5)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (6)
*[[Kenzan]] (12)
*[[Ganoh]] (13)
*[[Jinbu]] (14)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Dragotron|Guren Dragotron]] (1)
*[[Budora]] (7)
*[[Judora]] (8)
*[[Gaidora]] (10)
*[[Bakudora]] (11)

|c3=
*[[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] (2)
*[[Isami Tatewaki (Go!)|Isami Tatewaki]] (9)
}}

==Notes==
===Trivia===
*Because the series is split into two Volumes distributed through two different magazines, Takara-Tomy needed to create a separate ending appropriate for each Volume. Therefore, the final episodes for each Volume are largely the same with the exception of the child kidnapped (Isami or Tobio), the Predacons present initially (Gaidora and Bakudora vs. Budora and Judora), and the final combined mode/attack used to defeat Guren Dragotron (DaiKenzan vs. DaiGekisou). This creates a bit of a minor continuity kerfuffle, in that there are then technically TWO continuities for Transformers: Go! - one for each Volume!

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2014 — ''[[TV Magazine]]'', April 2014 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Discover! The Legendiscs!

2014-05-23T06:16:56Z

BraveMax:

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Shinobi Volume Ep 2
|prev=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!
|prev2=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!
|next=Enter! The New Warrior!
|next2=The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?
|title="Discover! The Legendiscs!"
|japanese=発見！レジェンディスク！
|romaji=Hakken! Rejendisuku!
|translation=
|image=Monkeying_Around.jpg
|caption=Honesty, teamwork, and justice - the true way of the ninja!
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation October 1|1 October]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Tobio and the Shinobi Team are attacked by Predacons on their way to another time slip point and are transported to the past. There, they meet Kotarō Fūma and learn a valuable lesson about teamwork. '''

==Synopsis==
[[Gekisoumaru]] reveals the secret entrance to the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team's]] underground base to [[Tobio Fūma|Tobio]]. [[Sensuimaru]] and [[Hishoumaru]] are already in the base, while [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]] and the [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]] appear on a video monitor. It turns out the teams have been gathered to introduce the kids to [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (also via video monitor), and to hear his information about the [[legendisc|legendiscs]]. Optimus explains that there are five legendiscs, and that while three - one each with Isami and Tobio, and one in Dragotron's body - are in the present, the other two are trapped in the past. Isami and Tobio must use their legendiscs to allow the teams to travel back in time to retrieve them. Just then, Tobio's disc reacts to another time slip point, and the Shinobi team leaves to track it down.

Unbeknownst to the Autobots, [[Judora]] has planted a bug on Isami and is listening to their conversation from the Predacon base. He is interrupted by [[Budora]], who informs him that [[Dragotron]]'s repairs are going more slowly than they'd hoped. Judora secretly resolves that Tobio's legendisc will be his either way.

The Shinobi team arrives at the time slip point, but are attacked by Judora and [[Gaidora]]. The moment the Predacons touch Tobio's disc, however, everyone is transported back to the past. There, the Shinobi team notices a group of fleeing monkeys with a lone ninja following them. They pursue the ninja, who quickly incapacitates the Shinobi Team with chains. Tobio explains that they're looking for a legendisc, and the ninja introduces himself as [[Kotarō Fūma]], leader of the [[Fūma Ninja Clan]]. Tobio realizes that Kotarō must be his ancestor, and asks him to hand over his legendisc. Kotarō reveals that he has the yellow legendisc, but that Tobio must take it from him if he wants it. The Shinobi Team breaks free of their chains and offers to assist, but Tobio replies that his opponent is only a human and that he can take the disc on his own.

Tobio tries various tactics to steal the disc before feigning injury and stealing the disc. Kotarō reveals, however, that Tobio has stolen a fake, and that no true ally of justice would ever resort to deceit or turn down the help of his friends. Just then, Judora and Gaidora attack, summoning [[Jaki]] from the ground. The Shinobi Team makes short work of the Jaki, so Judora orders them to combine into [[Goradora|Black Goradora]]. Black Goradora attacks the Shinobi Team, razing a large swath of the forest around him. Tobio notices a monkey and her baby trapped in a nearby tree, and realizes that he's the only one who can save them. Recalling Kotarō's words, he asks Sensuimaru to put out the fires near the tree and rushes to save the two monkeys. Unfortunately, just as he reaches the pair the tree collapses, raining burning logs on him. Kotarō appears in a flash, carrying Tobio and the two monkeys to safety.

Kotarō is impressed by Tobio's selfless act, and gives him the legendisc. Tobio uses it to allow the Shinobi Team to combine into GoSensui, defeating Black Goradora. Judora orders the Jaki to re-combine, this time taking to the skies. The Shinobi Team combines into GoHishou, defeating Black Goradora again before moving to attack Judora and Gaidora. As GoHishou's weapon connects with the two Predacons, however, everyone is transported back to the present.

Tobio is frustrated that they've lost the legendisc, but Gekisoumaru reminds him that they learned an important lesson from Kotarō: As long as they keep justice in their hearts, they will recover the legendiscs some day. Tobio and the Shinobi Team resolve to do their best.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (2)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (3)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (4)
*[[Ganoh]] (6)
*[[Jinbu]] (7)
*[[Kenzan]] (8)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Judora]] (10)
*[[Dragotron]] (11)
*[[Budora]] (12)
*[[Gaidora]] (13)
*[[Garara]] (15)
*[[Jurara]] (16)
*[[Barara]] (17)
*[[Burara]] (18)
*[[Dorara]] (19)
*[[Goradora]] (20)

|c3=
*[[Tobio Fūma]] (1)
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (5)
*[[Kotarō Fūma]] (14)
}}

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, [[Wikipedia:Fūma Kotarō|Kotarō Fūma]] is a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV Magazine]]'', November 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Enter! The New Warrior!

2014-05-23T06:15:42Z

BraveMax:

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Shinobi Volume Ep 3
|prev=Discover! The Legendiscs!
|prev2=Pursue! The Legendiscs!
|next=Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!
|next2=Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!
|title="Enter! The New Warrior!"
|japanese=登場！新たなる戦士！
|romaji=Tōjō! Aratanaru Senshi!
|translation=
|image=
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation November 28|28 November]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Tobio and the Shinobi Team retrieve the yellow legendisc from Sasuke Sarutobi and finally manage to bring it back to the present. Unfortunately, the revived Dragotron has other plans for the disc...'''

==Synopsis==
{{Epstub}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (2)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (3)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (4)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)#Go!|Optimus ExPrime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Budora]] (6)
*[[Judora]] (7)
*[[Dragotron|Guren Dragotron]] (8)

|c3=
*[[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] (1)
*[[Sasuke Sarutobi]] (5)
}}

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*True to form for the series, [[Wikipedia:Sarutobi Sasuke|Sasuke Sarutobi]] is (potentially) a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV Magazine]]'', January 2014 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Enter! The New Warrior!

2014-05-23T06:13:13Z

BraveMax: /* Synopsis */

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Shinobi Volume Ep 3
|prev=Discover! The Legendiscs!
|prev2=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!
|next=Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!
|next2=Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!
|title="Enter! The New Warrior!"
|japanese=登場！新たなる戦士！
|romaji=Tōjō! Aratanaru Senshi!
|translation=
|image=
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation November 28|28 November]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Tobio and the Shinobi Team retrieve the yellow legendisc from Sasuke Sarutobi and finally manage to bring it back to the present. Unfortunately, the revived Dragotron has other plans for the disc...'''

==Synopsis==
{{Epstub}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (2)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (3)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (4)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)#Go!|Optimus ExPrime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Budora]] (6)
*[[Judora]] (7)
*[[Dragotron|Guren Dragotron]] (8)

|c3=
*[[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] (1)
*[[Sasuke Sarutobi]] (5)
}}

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*True to form for the series, [[Wikipedia:Sarutobi Sasuke|Sasuke Sarutobi]] is (potentially) a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV Magazine]]'', January 2014 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Enter! The New Warrior!

2014-05-23T06:05:42Z

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{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Shinobi Volume Ep 3
|prev=Discover! The Legendiscs!
|prev2=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!
|next=Final Battle! Link-Up Triple Combination DaiGekisou!
|next2=Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!
|title="Enter! The New Warrior!"
|japanese=登場！新たなる戦士！
|romaji=Tōjō! Aratanaru Senshi!
|translation=
|image=
|caption=
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation November 28|28 November]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Tobio and the Shinobi Team retrieve the yellow legendisc from Sasuke Sarutobi and finally manage to bring it back to the present. Unfortunately, the revived Dragotron has other plans for the disc...'''

==Synopsis==
{{charstubfiction}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (2)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (3)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (4)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)#Go!|Optimus ExPrime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Budora]] (6)
*[[Judora]] (7)
*[[Dragotron|Guren Dragotron]] (8)

|c3=
*[[Tobio Fūma (Go!)|Tobio Fūma]] (1)
*[[Sasuke Sarutobi]] (5)
}}

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*True to form for the series, [[Wikipedia:Sarutobi Sasuke|Sasuke Sarutobi]] is (potentially) a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV Magazine]]'', January 2014 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Showdown! MusashibÅ Benkei!

2014-05-23T06:04:50Z

BraveMax:

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Samurai Volume ep 4
|prev=The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?
|prev2=
|next=
|next2=
|title="Showdown! Benkei Musashibō!"
|japanese=対決！武蔵坊弁慶！
|romaji=Taiketsu! Musashibō Benkei!
|translation=
|image=Isami_is_a_dick_to_Benkei.jpg
|caption=Transformers: Portraying Japanese national heroes with the respect they deserve!
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation November 1|1 November]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Isami and the Samurai Team pursue another legendisc to the past. There they meet Benkei Musashibō, encounter a dangerous new Predacon ability, and learn about persistence. Back in the present, a new enemy appears.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Gaidora]] and [[Judora]] are speculating on how long it will take [[Dragotron]] to revive when he begins to glow. Some of the energy jumps to nearby Gaidora, who declares that Dragotron will reawaken soon.

Meanwhile, [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]] complains to [[Kenzan]] about the [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]]'s continued failure to retrieve the [[legendisc|legendiscs]] and wonders if he's not up to the task. Kenzan scolds him, saying that failure is never a good reason to give up. Just then, Isami's legendisc begins to glow - it's detected another time slip point! The Samurai Team gathers at the Yokohama Bay Bridge, and is pulled into the past.

Unlike previous occasions, Isami is separated from the group in the transport and appears alone on a bridge. A giant man appears out of the fog, demanding that he leave his greatest treasure and go. Isami refuses to abandon the legendisc, and the man attacks. Despite being severely outmatched in strength, Isami defeats the man by getting in a lucky strike on the shin. The man then identifies himself as [[Benkei Musashibō]], and tells Isami that he has been searching for a legendary savior who will save the world and bring peace to its people. Believing that only a man who can defeat an unbeatable warrior like him in battle could possibly be that savior, he has fought and won countless duels. Since Isami has defeated him, he believes Isami is the savior and pledges his life to Isami. Isami realizes that he's been mistaken for something he's not, and asks Benkei what he would do if he found out Isami weren't the savior he was looking for. Benkei responds that even then he wouldn't give up, since no matter how many times you fail there's still a chance if you don't give up.

[[Image:Giant_Gaidora.jpg|right|300px|thumb|Yet again, Transformers displays a frightening disregard for [[scale]].]]
Just then, the Samurai Team arrives. Kenzan asks Isami if he's found the legendisc. Seeing Isami's disc Benkei reveals that he has one just like it, and that it's what's made him into an unbeatable warrior. Seeing the discs out in the open, the [[Predacon_(Prime)|Predacons]] reveal themselves and try to take the discs, summoning [[Jaki]] to fight the Samurai Team. Kenzan and the others easily defeat the Jaki, and Gaidora takes the opportunity to show them the new ability he's gained from Dragotron. Calling the Jaki to himself, he absorbs their bodies and grows to gigantic size.

[[Image:Oh_snap_-_Dragotron_is_back!.jpg|left|300px|thumb|[[TakaraTomy]] renders [[Dragotron|Dragotron's]] first toy obsolete on his very first appearance.]]
Judora takes advantage of the confusion for once, stealing the disc from Benkei. Isami gives up immediately, but Benkei refuses to quit, telling Judora that peace can't be protected by giving up so easily. Inspired by Benkei's words, Isami single-handedly attacks Judora and retrieves the legendisc. He orders the Samurai Team to combine into [[GoKenzan]], who dispatches the giant Gaidora and then attacks the Predacons directly, resulting in the Samurai Team being returned to the present. Isami swears he won't give up. In the past, Benkei cries because he has lost his master, and is approached by [[Ushiwakamaru|a mysterious figure]]. Finally, back in the present again, Judora and Gaidora argue about losing the disc again until they are interrupted by an explosion. A fully-revived Dragotron reveals himself, upgrading his body to Guren Dragotron form. He swears that this time he'll crush the Swordbots and rule the world for sure!

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Kenzan]] (5)
*[[Ganoh]] (6)
*[[Jinbu]] (7)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Gaidora]] (1)
*[[Dragotron]] (2)
*[[Judora]] (3)
*[[Garara]] (9)
*[[Jurara]] (10)
*[[Barara]] (11)
*[[Burara]] (12)
*[[Dorara]] (13)

|c3=
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (4)
*[[Benkei Musashibō]] (8)
*[[Ushiwakamaru]] (14)
}}

==Trivia/Notes==
*There are a few changes at the opening sequences' lyrics: "TRANSFORMER-GO!" is changed into "TRANSFORMERS-GO!".

===Continuity Notes===
*Previous episodes have depicted Dragotron with a [[character model]] based on his Voyager class toy. Beginning with this episode, however, he is given a new character model based on the much larger Guren Dragotron toy. And before powering up into his Guren Dragotron color scheme after awakening, his body sports a deco based on that of the [[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Transformers Prime]] [[Beast Hunters]] Beast Fire [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] figure, possibly making this a [[repurposing]] of the Beast Fire Predaking toy into representing a pre-Guren Dragotron.

===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, the [[Wikipedia:Yokohama Bay Bridge|Yokohama Bay Bridge]] is featured as a landmark.
*Likewise [[Wikipedia:Benkei|Benkei Musashibō]] and [[Wikipedia:Minamoto no Yoshitsune|Ushiwakamaru]] are real historical figures.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV-Kun]]'', December 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Discover! The Legendiscs!

2014-05-23T06:04:33Z

BraveMax:

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (cartoon)|Triple Combination: Transformers Go!]]'' Shinobi Volume Ep 2
|prev=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Ninja!
|prev2=Triple Combination! Swordbot - Samurai!
|next=
|next2=The Invincible Swordsman - Ryōma Sakamoto!?
|title="Discover! The Legendiscs!"
|japanese=発見！レジェンディスク！
|romaji=Hakken! Rejendisuku!
|translation=
|image=Monkeying_Around.jpg
|caption=Honesty, teamwork, and justice - the true way of the ninja!
|production code=
|production company=[[TakaraTomy]]
|writer=Unknown
|director=Unknown
|animation October 1|1 October]] [[2013]]
}}

'''Tobio and the Shinobi Team are attacked by Predacons on their way to another time slip point and are transported to the past. There, they meet Kotarō Fūma and learn a valuable lesson about teamwork. '''

==Synopsis==
[[Gekisoumaru]] reveals the secret entrance to the [[Swordbot Shinobi Team|Shinobi Team's]] underground base to [[Tobio Fūma|Tobio]]. [[Sensuimaru]] and [[Hishoumaru]] are already in the base, while [[Isami Tatewaki|Isami]] and the [[Swordbot Samurai Team|Samurai Team]] appear on a video monitor. It turns out the teams have been gathered to introduce the kids to [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (also via video monitor), and to hear his information about the [[legendisc|legendiscs]]. Optimus explains that there are five legendiscs, and that while three - one each with Isami and Tobio, and one in Dragotron's body - are in the present, the other two are trapped in the past. Isami and Tobio must use their legendiscs to allow the teams to travel back in time to retrieve them. Just then, Tobio's disc reacts to another time slip point, and the Shinobi team leaves to track it down.

Unbeknownst to the Autobots, [[Judora]] has planted a bug on Isami and is listening to their conversation from the Predacon base. He is interrupted by [[Budora]], who informs him that [[Dragotron]]'s repairs are going more slowly than they'd hoped. Judora secretly resolves that Tobio's legendisc will be his either way.

The Shinobi team arrives at the time slip point, but are attacked by Judora and [[Gaidora]]. The moment the Predacons touch Tobio's disc, however, everyone is transported back to the past. There, the Shinobi team notices a group of fleeing monkeys with a lone ninja following them. They pursue the ninja, who quickly incapacitates the Shinobi Team with chains. Tobio explains that they're looking for a legendisc, and the ninja introduces himself as [[Kotarō Fūma]], leader of the [[Fūma Ninja Clan]]. Tobio realizes that Kotarō must be his ancestor, and asks him to hand over his legendisc. Kotarō reveals that he has the yellow legendisc, but that Tobio must take it from him if he wants it. The Shinobi Team breaks free of their chains and offers to assist, but Tobio replies that his opponent is only a human and that he can take the disc on his own.

Tobio tries various tactics to steal the disc before feigning injury and stealing the disc. Kotarō reveals, however, that Tobio has stolen a fake, and that no true ally of justice would ever resort to deceit or turn down the help of his friends. Just then, Judora and Gaidora attack, summoning [[Jaki]] from the ground. The Shinobi Team makes short work of the Jaki, so Judora orders them to combine into [[Goradora|Black Goradora]]. Black Goradora attacks the Shinobi Team, razing a large swath of the forest around him. Tobio notices a monkey and her baby trapped in a nearby tree, and realizes that he's the only one who can save them. Recalling Kotarō's words, he asks Sensuimaru to put out the fires near the tree and rushes to save the two monkeys. Unfortunately, just as he reaches the pair the tree collapses, raining burning logs on him. Kotarō appears in a flash, carrying Tobio and the two monkeys to safety.

Kotarō is impressed by Tobio's selfless act, and gives him the legendisc. Tobio uses it to allow the Shinobi Team to combine into GoSensui, defeating Black Goradora. Judora orders the Jaki to re-combine, this time taking to the skies. The Shinobi Team combines into GoHishou, defeating Black Goradora again before moving to attack Judora and Gaidora. As GoHishou's weapon connects with the two Predacons, however, everyone is transported back to the present.

Tobio is frustrated that they've lost the legendisc, but Gekisoumaru reminds him that they learned an important lesson from Kotarō: As long as they keep justice in their hearts, they will recover the legendiscs some day. Tobio and the Shinobi Team resolve to do their best.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Gekisoumaru]] (2)
*[[Hishoumaru]] (3)
*[[Sensuimaru]] (4)
*[[Ganoh]] (6)
*[[Jinbu]] (7)
*[[Kenzan]] (8)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (9)

|h2=[[Predacon (Prime)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Judora]] (10)
*[[Dragotron]] (11)
*[[Budora]] (12)
*[[Gaidora]] (13)
*[[Garara]] (15)
*[[Jurara]] (16)
*[[Barara]] (17)
*[[Burara]] (18)
*[[Dorara]] (19)
*[[Goradora]] (20)

|c3=
*[[Tobio Fūma]] (1)
*[[Isami Tatewaki]] (5)
*[[Kotarō Fūma]] (14)
}}

==Notes==
===Real-world references===
*Continuing in the tradition of the first few episodes, [[Wikipedia:Fūma Kotarō|Kotarō Fūma]] is a real historical figure.

==Home video releases==
;DVD
[[Image:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2013 — ''[[TV Magazine]]'', November 2013 issue — Japanese audio only. 

[[Category:Go! episodes]]

Optimus Prime (WFC)

2014-05-23T05:46:33Z

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