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The Girl Who Loved Powerglide

2026-04-26T02:10:49Z

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{{episode
|image=Powerglide heart.jpg
|caption=He's just looking for a heaaaartbeeeaaaat...
|series=G1toon
|ep=54
|series2=SRLFtoon
|ep2=37
|prev2=The Gambler
|next2=Kremzeek!
|series3=''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (cartoon)|Transformers: Generation 2]]''
|ep3=38
|prev3=Autobot Spike
|next3=Desertion of the Dinobots, Part 1
|title="The Girl Who Loved Powerglide"
|season=2
|season ep=38
|written by=[[David Wise]]
|production code=700-53
|airdate=[[November 18]], 1985
|production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]
|animation studio=[[Toei Animation|Toei]]
|continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nRZRrP3meY
|videosite=YouTube
}}

'''A newly orphaned debutante must protect her late father's work from Megatron. She finds Powerglide, and with him, safety... or perhaps... something more?'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:Powerglide Astoria Marygoaround.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|[[Scale]] doesn't matter, really.]]

One fine day at the skyscraper headquarters of [[Hybrid Technologies]], the members of the board are gathered to celebrate the [[birthday]] of one [[Astoria Carlton-Ritz]]... their CEO. While the crusty board members complain about having to party, Astoria herself isn't too happy to be stuck with such a bunch of downers. However, the arrival and attack of the Conehead trio, [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]], [[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]], and [[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]], gives them all something much bigger to worry about.

Luckily, [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] just happens to be passing by, and observes the Coneheads attempting to kidnap Astoria. Powerglide successfully saves Astoria by having her grab on to a rope. He then proceeds to sweep through the city with her flying through the air at breakneck speed while clinging to a dangling rope with only her arm strength to keep Astoria from plummeting thousands of feet to her sure death. Powerglide eventually reels her up where she is stowed safely in his cockpit, amusingly with her large floppy purple hat still present.

After performing several evasive maneuvers that leave Astoria tumbling willy nilly around Powerglide's cabin, he manages to lose the Coneheads by ducking beneath an overpass. Powerglide introduces himself while they are waiting, but quickly finds himself rather put off by his overly gregarious human charge.

The duo manages to make it back to [[Sparkplug Witwicky|Sparkplug]]'s workshop without any further mishap. [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] shares some pertinent information with Powerglide and Sparkplug and also reveals that the young heiress doesn't know about some of the ventures her company works on even though she is in charge of the company. Optimus Prime believes [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] wants something from her so he orders Powerglide to escort her back to the [[Ark (G1)|Autobot Headquarters]]. On the way to the Ark, Astoria pipes up and says she is starving and wants to eat something.

Meantime in the Decepticon Base, Megatron is quite unhappy about the Coneheads' failure. He orders them to bring Astoria to him and this time without any failures.

[[File:Astoria wrap Powerglide's wound.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Wrapping the wound can prevent the sands from getting in.]]

After sating her hunger with amusement park [[hot dog (food)|hot dog]]s, Astoria is quick to amuse herself by jumping on the merry-go-around, much to Powerglide's consternation and bemusement. Powerglide tries to get the flighty girl to leave, but it's too late—the Coneheads come back for Astoria. Powerglide fights them off with some trick shots, and manages to escape with Astoria. But the Coneheads soon catch up, and Powerglide is rammed by Ramjet. Powerglide's left arm and left wing are injured and he is forced to make a crash landing. The Coneheads bury him in a rock pile, and take Astoria prisoner.

Powerglide breaks out from beneath the debris and attempts to set off in pursuit of the Coneheads. Despite his determination, he collapses due to his injuries. [[Ratchet (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ratchet]] and [[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]] eventually arrive to haul him back to Headquarters for repairs.

After Ratchet does some basic repairs on him, Powerglide refuses any further repairs and goes to see Optimus Prime. While Powerglide is discussing his options with Optimus Prime, [[Teletraan I]] notifies them that [[Sky Spy]] just detected an unusual atmospheric disturbance over the Northern Atlantic and the source is 10 miles above the sea level. Optimus Prime thinks it is possibly the [[Sky Platform|Decepticons' suborbital station]]. Impulsively, Powerglide rushes out of the Ark and flies directly to the Sky Platform and consequently into the energy storm.

[[File:Pgalove.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Powerglide crushes Astoria in a fit of rage.]]

Meanwhile, the Decepticons are interrogating Astoria about the energy formula left by her [[Desmond Carlton-Ritz|father]]. She claims that she knows nothing, so Megatron decides to use the [[psycho-probe]] in order to make her tell him about the formula. Seemingly cursed by Astoria's machine-jinxing aura, the psycho-probe keeps malfunctioning, provoking Megatron into such a rage that he eventually destroys the machine.

Hook reports that Powerglide is approaching the platform; the Decepticons go out to meet him. Megatron laughs at Powerglide and says he won't be able to break through the energy storm. But Astoria throws her necklace given by her father toward the energy-storm-generating tower and successfully destroys it. Not surprisingly, the necklace contains the energy formula.

The destroyed tower collapses the buildings on Sky Platform. The Sky Platform loses its control and starts to fall down. The Decepticons retreat to [[Decepticon Headquarters (G1 Earth)|their headquarters]]. Both Powerglide and Astoria go into the control room. After a bit of a lover's tiff, Powerglide repairs the control panel, successfully slowing down the Sky Platform's descent and setting a new course. As the platform drops toward the ocean, the duo make good their escape.

The Decepticons return to base and congratulate themselves on their escape... only to find that the Sky Platform is falling directly onto their headquarters. Megatron orders the force fields to be activated, only for Soundwave to inform him they didn't install any. Megatron then yells at his crew as massive quantities of seawater rush into the base.

[[File:Astoria kisses Powerglide.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|...And they will name their first child "Iron Man"!]]

Back safe in the city, Powerglide asks Astoria why Megatron was so keen on kidnapping Astoria. She tells him it was because of the energy formula hidden in her necklace. Much to the private glee of the Autobots present, Powerglide asks rather shyly whether he could look her up next time he comes to town. Astoria is very happy and [[kiss]]es him before she scurries off to her limo and is carted off. The minute Astoria is out of earshot, everyone has a good-natured laugh at Powerglide's expense. Thoroughly embarrassed, Powerglide threatens the would-be teasers with a good boxing around the circuits before he stomps into the building.

Once Powerglide is out of sight of the other Autobots, he pauses to open his chest plate, showing a series of LEDs flashing in the form of a stylized heart.

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==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] (5)
*[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] (6)
*[[Ratchet (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ratchet]] (10)
*[[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]] (11)
*[[Ironhide (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ironhide]] (20)

|c2=
*[[Dirge (G1)|Dirge]] (2)
*[[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]] (3)
*[[Thrust (G1)|Thrust]] (4)
*[[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] (9)
*[[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (12)
*[[Bonecrusher (G1)|Bonecrusher]] (13)
*[[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (14)
*[[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]] (15)
*[[Mixmaster (G1)|Mixmaster]] (16)
*[[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]] (17)
*[[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] (18)
*[[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (19)

|c3=
*[[Astoria Carlton-Ritz]] (1)
*[[Sparkplug Witwicky]] (7)
*[[Spike Witwicky (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Spike Witwicky]] (8)
}}

==Quotes==
"Oh wow! He's tall, he's handsome, he's shiny. And he can fly!" 
"Yeah, well there's a few things he can't do, you know."
:—'''Astoria''' comments on Powerglide and '''Spike''' proceeds to drill a bolt into a hole.

"I guess me and machines don't get along too well." 
"I can ''personally'' attest to that."
:—'''Astoria''' and '''Powerglide'''

"Why does everything always happen to me?"
:—'''Powerglide''' laments his lot in life.

"Get back here! I'm not done!" 
"Is my wing fixed? Can I fly?" 
"Well, yes, but—" 
"Then you're ''done''."
:—'''Ratchet''' has a most unwilling patient in '''Powerglide'''

"You got any burgers in this joint?" 
"Silence!" 
"You guys are, like, the worst hosts!"
:—'''Astoria''' and '''Soundwave'''

"Hey! Like, don't be so hostile, okay?" 
"Tell me what you know!" 
"All I know is that you're a complete and total, utter—" 
"SILENCE!"
:—'''Astoria''' and '''Megatron'''

"Subject's mind completely empty."
:—Why in God's name didn't '''Soundwave''' just scan her mind himself?

"The psycho-probe will put 90,000 volts through your brain. It is an excruciating experience. Will you tell me what you know??" 
"All this waiting around, that's what's excruciating. I mean, I'm starving, for cryin' out loud! When are you guys gonna feed me? That's what I wanna know. Your dumb machine, like, doesn't even work, and—" 
"Enough!"
:—'''Megatron''' wants '''Astoria''' just to shut up

"Energize the force fields!" 
"What force fields?!"
:—'''Megatron''' and '''Soundwave'''

"Attention, Decepticons! This is Megatron speaking. Your new orders are... er... ''clean up this mess!''"
:—'''Megatron''' tries to maintain a semblance of dignity as his base floods

"Ha, wow! Who would've believed it! Powerglide shot down by Cupid!"
:—'''Sparkplug''' teases Powerglide after he is kissed by Astoria.

"I wanna go flying!" 
"I'll send you flying."
:—'''Powerglide''' is already sick of '''Astoria'''.

==Notes==
===Production information===
* First draft script: 6 June 1985

===Continuity notes===
*Gadgets and powers:
**Powerglide once again uses a telescopic video camera. This time it comes out of his front laser gun barrel, however. How does ''that'' work?
**Powerglide also has some means of tossing out a rope while in plane mode, and reeling it back in.
**Dirge has his own version of Starscream's infamous boob bombs; he fires a pair of missiles from ducts just below his "boobs" (the rectangular "intakes" on his chest.)
**Powerglide can deploy a human-sized parachute from his hand. Apparently it was not designed to be strapped onto the back, but rather the user is supposed to hang on to a baton sized handle for the entire descent. Powerglide clearly overestimates the gripping power of humans.
*Despite the fact that he has been seeing Carly for some time now, Spike unashamedly hits on Astoria, and promptly gets shot down for Powerglide. Hard. He had the same results with [[Nimue]] in "A Decepticon Raider in King Arthur’s Court", yet he doesn't seem to have learned his lesson.
*Similarly, Powerglide was shown in [[The Search for Alpha Trion|the previous episode to this one]] to have an attachment to [[Moonracer (G1)|Moonracer]], which he seems to have completely forgotten about.

===Real-world references===
*Astoria's name comes from two famous upscale hotels, the {{w|Waldorf Astoria New York|Waldorf-Astoria}} and {{w|Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company|Ritz-Carlton}}.
*"It's my party, and I'll cry if I want to!", as announced by Astoria early in the episode, is a lyric from the 1963 Lesley Gore song, "{{w|It's My Party (song)|It's My Party}}".
*''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' sound effects:
**The slamming [[Death Star]] door is used to soundtrack Powerglide's closing bottom hatch.
**An exploding [[X-wing Fighter|X-Wing]] (maybe Red Leader crashing into the Death Star), is repurposed as Powerglide's engine noise as Astoria sends him spiraling out of control.
**Truncated X-Wing diving whine as the Decepticons flee from the sky platform.

===Animation and technical errors===
*One of the party guests at the beginning of the episode uses the British expletive "bloody", but doesn't have much of a British accent.
*Coloring errors:
**For just a frame or two, the top of Dirge's head turns blue instead of black as the Coneheads run to take off in pursuit of Powerglide.
**Dirge's eyes go from bright red to dark red as he leans forward while being berated by Megatron.
**Ramjet's face changes from dark gray to light gray as he delivers his "And we will GET the girl" line.
**Astoria's necklace is the same yellow as her dress after Ramjet hits Powerglide.
**"Don't be so hostile, okay?" Rumble's fists are gray instead of purple in this shot.
**"Subject's mind... completely empty!" Soundwave is missing his yellow stripes, and his cheek guards and eject button are blue instead of gray.
**"Computer error." Soundwave's shoulder cannon is missing its red stripe.
**"He'll never make it through that energy storm" - Megatron is missing the red on his waist.
**"Correction: problem is ours!" Rumble is colored like Bumblebee in this shot.
**"What force fields?" Soundwave's face is colored the same blue as the rest of his head, and he's missing his wrist stripes.
**As Astoria departs, Sparkplug has his hand on Spike's shoulder, but it's colored blue. The colorists seem to have gotten mixed up by Prime standing right behind Spike.
*The dialog doesn't quite seem to synch up with the events on-screen as Astoria wrecks all of Spike's equipment. Spike's "HEY!" doesn't correspond to any actual action, and Astoria continues speaking evenly and nonchalantly as she slams into a crane hard enough to knock an engine block loose.
*Ramjet's mouth doesn't move when he says "Please, let us try to find her again."
*Powerglide shoots a vending machine and blows a huge hole in it. This somehow causes a firehose-like torrent of [[soft drink|soda]] to come shooting out of the machine.
*Powerglide's landing gears are all painted red when he lands after being rammed by Ramjet.
*Astoria totally has no legs as Thrust and Ramjet carry her off.
[[File:AstoriaConeheadsGWLP.JPG|upright=1.1|thumb|"Hop in guys, there's plenty of room."]]
*Scale is always goofy in this show, but [[robot mode]] Thrust and Ramjet are quite visibly smaller than jet mode Dirge as they load Astoria into his cockpit, even though they're all the same size. Meanwhile, Ratchet is big enough in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] to hold both Wheeljack, a sportscar, and Powerglide, a ''plane'' - who in turn, is large enough to ferry around Astoria.
*Wheeljack's ears don't flash during his "You will, you will..." lines.
*In the first close-up of Hook aboard the sky platform, he's drawn with two eyes instead of an optic visor.
*As Soundwave activates the psycho-probe for the second time, one of the console buttons is layered over his hand.
*As Megatron laughs at Powerglide, his voice is missing its metallic flange.
*When Powerglide releases his hug from Astoria after she saves him, it appears as if he roughly pushes her away, sending her on a death tumble off the platform.
[[File:Powerglide Astoria w.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Powerglide starts the drag race by throwing down his handkerchief.]]
*When Powerglide hands Astoria his bizarre little parachute, her torso is ''completely missing''. The background smoke and clouds are also frozen in place and Powerglide's Insignia is missing.
*As they enter the control room, Astoria phases through the wall, and Powerglide's face disappears for a second.

===Continuity errors===
*Powerglide's cockpit interior is shown at a half-way point between a single-seater (as seen in "Dinobot Island Part 1") and a gigantic cabin ("Blaster Blues").
*Likewise, his hatch is shown to be on the side of his fuselage, rather than the bubble canopy.
*Superhuman Astoria:
**With no seat restraints, Astoria should have been battered to pulp by all of Powerglide's maneuvering.
**Both Powerglide and the Coneheads repeatedly manhandle Astoria's arms as though they were made of rubber.
**Powerglide is actually quite abusive to the [[Astoria Carlton-Ritz|human he is charged with "saving" in this episode.]] Right after they meet, he throws her off his arm and onto the concrete so hard she ''bounces'' (thus answering one of the great [[Aerialbots over America!|mysteries of the ages]].)
**Then he apparently ''throws'' her out of the control room on the sky platform. But hey, that's what she gets for having to be told twice, right, Powerglide?
**Astoria literally inhales the hotdog Powerglide gives her at the mini-amusement park. She chews(?) and swallows in under a second, something even Takeru Kobayashi would admire!
**She seemed able to breathe quite comfortably while outside the platform despite the fact it was floating ten miles up.
**It seems Astoria is also gifted with superhuman strength, as she is able to hold her own against the Coneheads, prevent Powerglide from taking her necklace, and rip a metal panel with her bare hands. Maybe Powerglide's abuse isn't as damaging as it appears.
*That is one tough merry-go-round, to be able to support a multi-ton metal robot. (But hey, it's totally worth it to see Powerglide riding a merry-go-round.)
*Astoria rips her dress to bandage Powerglide's arm wound from sand infection, but her dress is intact for the rest of the episode.
**The dress bandage is shown as Powerglide dives for cover from the coneheads, but is missing from every subsequent scene.
*Why didn't Soundwave telepathically scan Astoria's mind like he scanned [[Chip Chase]] back in "[[Roll for It]]"? Surely, Astoria couldn't have jinxed that ability too!
*Astoria correctly deduces that throwing a metal object into the apex of the energy-storm-generating tower will disable it. Yet she then looks around the MECHANICAL ISLAND and notes she finds “nothing” metallic. At the very least, she is surrounded by metal panels, which she easily rips apart in the next scene.
*Speaking of which, said tower seems unbelievably fragile. A large necklace thrown by a human causes a massive explosion. For something so essential to the entire structure, Megatron sure skimped out on making it durable.

===Trivia===
*David Wise, the writer of this episode, recycled its characters, plot, and set pieces wholesale for his ''[[Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles]]'' (1987) episode "Poor Little Rich Turtle". Yes, even down to replicating the romance sub-plot, the merry-go-round fight sequence, the brain-sucking torture sequence, and the climax where the villains' base gets ''hilariously'' damaged. [[David Wise#Recycle-o-matic|Good ole David Wise]].
*While every other DVD release of the Generation 1 cartoon by [[Metrodome]] had been awarded the "U" rating (the [[United Kingdom]]'s equivalent to the American "G"), the opening line of this episode, in which a party-goer professes to feel "an absolutely bloody fool", earned the box set containing it a "PG" rating for "mild language"!
*Powerglide's first line in the episode seems to revolve around the notion that a top scientist can't be so young.
*This was one of twelve episodes of [[The Transformers (cartoon)|the original cartoon]] released as audio adventures by the [[Germany|German]] company [[Karussell|Karussell Musik und Video]].

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''La directrice'''" ("The directress")
:*''Original airdate:''
::*The annoying voice effect on the Transformers from previous episode is still present. Sometimes it is stronger, making for example Megatron and Ratchet sound particularly ridiculous at moments.
::*[[Albert Augier]] is not present for that episode. Although [[Georges Atlas]] takes over Soundwave, the voice effect makes it difficult to recognize who dubs his other characters.
::*The panic screams of the crowd are kept from the original version. At moments we can still hear English among the people.
::*The ''entirety'' of the dialogs spoken in plane mode are missing from the dub in this episode. As much for Powerglide as for the Coneheads.
::*Astoria's scream is missing as Powerglide is getting buried under rocks.
::*Ratchet's line "Get him in, Wheeljack!" is missing.
::*Megatron tells Astoria that the psycho-probe will put a discharge through her brain "that can be estimated around 90,000 energon-volts".
::*Powerglide is among the characters whose name is often dodged. This episode makes that decision silly but here we go:
:::*"Powerglide's the name" is replaced by "Let's say I'm an Autobot".
:::*Astoria's line "What do you know about Powerglide?" is dubbed as "What do you know about the Autobot who saved me?".
:::*When Astoria screams "Powerglide!" after the latter was buried, it was dubbed as "Careful!". Girl, he is already under the rocks...
:::*After Hook's report about an incoming Autobot, Astoria's line "Powerglide!" is dubbed as "That must be him!".

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Das Mädchen, das sich in Powerglide verliebte'''" ("The Girl Who Fell in Love with Powerglide")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[June 23]], [[1989]]

'''Italian'''
:*''Title (dub 1):'' "'''Una ragazza terribile'''" ("A Terrible Girl")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?
::*Megatron's line: «You are supposed to be the most powerful jets in the galaxy» is changed to: «'''We''' are the most perfect jets in the entire galaxy». Erm... you're not a jet, Megatron...
::*Instead of saying that an Autobot is approaching, Hook says that "some Autobots" are approaching, despite being just Powerglide alone.
:*''Title (dub 2):'' "'''La ragazza che amava Powerglide'''" ("The Girl Who Loved Powerglide")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Reijō Yori Ai o Kome te'''" (令嬢より愛をこめて, "From Rich Girl with Love")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[March 21]], [[1986]]
::*The title is, of course, a reference to the Japanese title of the James Bond movie "{{w|From Russia with Love (film)|From Russia with Love}}" (ロシアより愛をこめて, ''Russia Yori Ai o Kome te'').

'''Mandarin'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Ài-shang Huáxiángjī de Gūniang'''" (爱上滑翔机的姑娘, "The Girl Who Fell in Love with Powerglide")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Brazilian Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''A Garota que Amava Powerglide'''" ("The Girl Who Loved Powerglide")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Russian'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Devoushka, kotoraya lyubila Vetroreza'''" (Девушка, которая любила Ветрореза, "The Young Girl Who Loved Powerglide")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Polish'''
:*''Title:'' "'''???'''" (''The VHS copy doesn't have a title card")
:*''Voice Over Lector: ???''
:*''VHS Release: ???''

===Toys inspired by this episode===
:[[File:Transformers-universe-usa-edition-powerglide.jpg|thumb|''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]
*'''''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Powerglide (G1)#Universe (2008)|Powerglide]] ([[Hasbro]]/[[TakaraTomy|Takara]], 2008)'''
:In what can only be described as one of the most hilarious homages in ''Transformers'' history, ''Universe'' Powerglide's chestplate can flip up to [[:File:Ultra powerglide heart.jpg|reveal]] the raised [[:File:Powerglide heart.jpg|image of a heart]].
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[[File:AOTP_Powerglide.jpg|thumb]]
*'''''[[Transformers: Age of the Primes|Age of the Primes]]'' [[Powerglide (G1)#Age of the Primes|Autobot Powerglide]] (Hasbro, 2026)
:The ''Age of the Primes'' figure of Powerglide fully recreates that moment with a chestplate that opens to reveal a sculpted and painted chest interior featuring the heart-shaped lights.
{{-}}

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;VHS
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1987 — ''Transformers'' — Heavy Metal Wars / The Girl Who Loved Powerglide ([[Tempo Video]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1988 — ''Transformers'' — Call of the Primitives / The Girl Who Loved Powerglide (Tempo Video) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1990 — ''Transformers'' — The Girl Who Loved Powerglide ([[Tempo Video|Collins Video]]) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 1990 — ''Transformers'' — Heavy Metal Wars / The Girl Who Loved Powerglide ([[Tempo Video|Abbey Home Entertainment]])
;{{w|LaserDisc}}
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1995 — ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' — Megatron Set ([[TakaraTomy|Takara]]) — Japanese audio only. 
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1999 — ''The Transformers'' — Decepticon Edition ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers'' — DVD Box 2 (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only. 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2: Vol. 6 (Rhino Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2 ([[Metrodome]]) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 3: Series 2.2 ([[Madman Entertainment]]) 
[[File:Flag of France.png|20px|France]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Volume 12 ([[Déclic Images]]) — European French audio only. 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of Germany.png|20px|Germany]] 2007 — ''Transformers'' — Box-Set (3DVDs) ([[Flex Media]]) — German audio only. 
[[File:Flag of Italy.png|20px|Italy]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Volume 06: Stagione Due Parte Quarta ([[Medianetwork Communication]]) — English and Italian audio. 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season Two: Part Two (Metrodome) 
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary "Matrix of Leadership" Collection ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Season Two, Volume Two: 25th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2011 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Original Series (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2014 — ''The Transformers'' — Season Two, Volume Two: 30th Anniversary Edition (Shout! Factory) 
[[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)

==External links==
*[https://drive.google.com/open?id=1bgrcgsIpsQ2YyBnMQbSe2ccYYKQ0yoER Episode dialogue script]
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/16mvoZtokoIxrJrYHFzW7XKzgJttBnUSE/view?usp=sharing Episode script]
*[https://drive.google.com/file/d/14ds_P2gGpZlmm1wBXY4-aTdIt664l1fQ/view?usp=drive_link Episode model sheets]

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Bumblebee (Animated)

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:''Bumblebee is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Animated continuity family]].''
[[File:Bumblebee Leapfrog-AA.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Little. Yellow. Different.]]

'''Bumblebee''' is the youngest, yellowest, and most energetic of the Autobots...[[Bumblebee (G1)|as]] [[Bumblebee (Movie)|usual]]. A hyperactive wisecracker, Bumblebee is quite convinced he's the fastest—and coolest—thing on four wheels. He has a tendency to bite off more than he can chew, so it's a good thing he pals around with the massive [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]]. He does ''not'' take well to being called short, and his over-eager ways can get on [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet's]] nerves all too easily. Still, Bumblebee is good with people, as evidenced by his fast friendship with [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]].

{{bigquote|I may be small, but I'm scrappy! And I can ride circles around your big, old, rusty chassis!|Bumblebee to Bulkhead|"[[Total Meltdown]]"}}

==Fiction==
===''Animated'' cartoon===
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{{voiceactor|[[Bumper Robinson]] (English), [[Tom Kenny]] (English, "[[Where Is Thy Sting?]]"), [[Daisuke Kishio]] (Japanese)|[[Arttu Ala-Jokimäki]] (Finnish), [[Santiago Ziesmer]] (German), [[Bruno Magne]] (French), [[Renato Novara]] (Italian), [[Yong-wu Sin]] (Korean), [[Krzysztof Korzeniowski]] (Polish), [[Márcio Araújo]] (Portuguese), [[Cristian Lizama]] (Latin American Spanish, seasons 1 and 2), [[Javier Rodríguez Castellanos]] (Latin American Spanish, season 3), [[Sergio Rodríguez-Guisán]] (Castilian Spanish)}}

[[File:Autobot Cadets.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|There's a [[Wasp|green me]] and a [[Cliffjumper (Animated)|red me]]!]]
Early in his career, Bumblebee dreamed of becoming a member of the [[Elite Guard]]. He joined the [[Autobot boot camp]], but things didn't exactly go as planned—his [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|drill sergeant]] was a jerk, [[Wasp|most]] of his [[Ironhide (Animated)|classmates]] bullied him and the only bot willing to befriend him was a complete [[Bulkhead (Animated)|mudflap]]. His luck seemed to change, however, when he accidentally overheard someone communicating with [[Lugnut (Animated)|a Decepticon]]. He then saw classmate [[Wasp]] walk out, which aroused his suspicions. After taking the advice of [[Shockwave (Animated)|Longarm]], Bumblebee attempted to weed out the spy, but Sentinel Minor got in the way twice. Needless to say, this resulted in many [[transform-up]]s for his squadron. After Wasp and Ironhide tore off his legs and put him in a closet, he was saved by Longarm, who encouraged him not to give up. Later that day, the group was put through their first training exercise—combat in a simulated battlezone. When somebody switched the turret settings to fire actual lasers, it was Bulkhead who saved Bumblebee. However, they accidentally knocked over a building in the process, flattening Sentinel.

[[File:Beecybermode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Very Wacky Races.]]
When Sentinel was conducting a surprise locker inspection, Sentinel discovered a Decepticon communicator in Wasp's trunk, ousting him as a traitor. Sentinel was prepared to put Bumblebee on an Elite Guard fast track program. Sadly, his new friendship with Bulkhead forced him to throw it all away in order to prevent his new buddy being kicked out, and they both wound up working on [[space bridge]]s. {{storylink|Autoboot Camp}}

[[File:Bumblebeeanimatedpreearth.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|Wait... who are [[Hot Shot (Animated)|you]]?]]

The two friends were assigned to [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]]'s space bridge repair [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|vessel]]. During one mission, Bumblebee and Bulkhead stumbled across [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]], a ninja-bot meditating near an isolated space bridge. Due to an [[energon cube]] accident on [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]]'s part, Prowl's spaceship was destroyed, and he was forced to join their crew. {{storylink|Endgame, Part I}} After this, Bumblebee's work continued as usual until the crew discovered the [[AllSpark]] itself on another asteroid, which unfortunately attracted the attention of [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]]. Even though he expressed significant fear of the [[Decepticon]] leader, Bumblebee still managed to crack wise at his appearance once they were face-to-face. The humor vanished when Megatron pulled out his sword. After Megatron was thrown off the ship, Bumblebee entered stasis with the rest of the crew just before the crew's ship crash-landed on [[Earth]].

Fifty years later, Teletran-1 awoke the crew to alert them to the intrusion of a [[nanite]]-powered bug-slug. Sending out a probe to find local disguises, the probe scanned [[Carmine Fanzone|Captain Fanzone]]'s [[Captain Fanzone's car|car]] amongst other things. Bumblebee was given the car for his new bodyform. Lucky him.

[[File:TFA TFandRollout Sari followedmehome.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Can we keep it?"]]
Upon noticing [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|"a little creature"]] struggling with her [[Sparkplug (robot dog)|"owner"]], Bumblebee and Bulkhead showed their unfamiliarity with organic life by assuming the owner/pet relationship was reversed. Their speculation was interrupted by the attacks of the giant, nanite-fueled bug monster, and Bumblebee intervened to get Sari out of the way. Later in the battle, Bumblebee was called on to deliver the override command to the beast's nanites, as he was the fastest and most nimble of the crew.

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His defeat of the monster seriously impressed Sari, who decided to befriend him. Sari's definition of befriending included cajoling him into sneaking her aboard the Autobots' ship. Of course, Sari wouldn't stay still as Bumblebee asked, compelling him to jettison her into a ventilation shaft. After introducing her to the group, Sari and Bumblebee became fast friends. When [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] attacked [[Detroit]], Bumblebee took a shot intended for Sari, allowing Starscream to capture Bumblebee, [[Isaac Sumdac (Animated)|Isaac Sumdac]], Captain Fanzone, and the Mayor. Sari, with [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]]'s help, managed to rescue them. {{storylink|Transform and Roll Out}} {{storylink|Dispatches}}

The Autobots quickly became famous for their heroic deeds in Detroit, much to Bumblebee's delight. Prowl, on the other hand, was less enthusiastic about all the attention, however, and he and Bumblebee quickly had a clash of opinions on the values of peace and quiet versus the values of fun. When the Autobots' factory base was turned against them, however, Bumblebee was forced to listen to Prowl's "stillness and strike" attitude to get past the motion sensors preventing him from shutting the factory down. In the aftermath, he had a newfound respect for Prowl as the two played a relaxed game of Twister™. {{storylink|Home Is Where the Spark Is}}

At one point, Bumblebee took part in a match against [[Colossus Rhodes|Cyrus "Colossus" Rhodes]], hosted by [[Meltdown (Animated)|Prometheus Black]] to show off the effectiveness of biotechnology. Unfortunately, Cyrus [[Hulk|hulked up]], then proceeded to beat the [[Slag (slang)|slag]] out of Bumblebee. The other Autobots were forced to rescue him, using it as a chance to riff on his small stature. However, only Bumblebee was able to get into [[Sumdac Tower]] when [[Meltdown (Animated)|Meltdown]] went to kill Isaac Sumdac. Bumblebee managed to get him to the ground floor, but Meltdown arrived. Bulkhead tried to stop him, but Meltdown threw a glob of acid at Bulkhead, which Bumblebee took instead. Bulkhead offered his apologies over his comments, saying he was only having a little fun—which sent Bumblebee into declaring his good moves and speed. He's going to be pretty impossible to live with for a while. {{storylink|Total Meltdown}}

[[File:Bumblebee-blue.jpg|thumb|Look at me, Optimus! I'm making Sparta mad!|upright=1.1]]
''Bumblebee and the Autobots accidentally upstaged a local Detroit hero named the [[Wraith]], exposing his spook act for the holographic trickery it was. Bumblebee in particular continued to upstage the Wraith, and even got invited in his place to perform at the University of Michigan half-time show. Mad with envy, the Wraith staged an attack on the game, taking Bumblebee out of the picture with some well placed "boots" while using holograms to simulate the little yellow robot on a rampage. Bumblebee eventually broke free and the Autobots had Wraith arrested for his antics. {{storylink|The Arrival issue 2#"Attention Surplus Disorder"|Attention Surplus Disorder}}''

''After a break-in at Sumdac Systems, Bumblebee and the Autobots tracked the culprit, [[Stiletto (Animated)|Stiletto]], to the Ambassador Bridge. Although she managed to slice his tires, Bumblebee and the others succeeded in capturing Stiletto. {{storylink|The Arrival issue 3#"Stiletto"|Stiletto}}''

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''Later on, [[Porter C. Powell]] attempted to cash in on Bulkhead's name without his permission, so Bumblebee and the others helped Bulky set Powell up to admit his products were "gas-guzzling deathtraps". The adventure inspired Bumblebee to get a garish paintjob, similar to the [[Bulkhead (vehicle)|vehicles]] Powell was forced to recall. {{storylink|The Arrival issue 4#"The Insincerest Form of Flattery"|The Insincerest Form of Flattery}}''

The troubles in Detroit were far from over, as the Autobots soon found themselves facing three rampaging [[Dinobot (Animated)|robotic dinosaurs]]. During the battle, Bumblebee combined his [[Stinger (weapon)|stingers]]' electrical with Ratchet's magnets to create an [[electromagnetic pulse]] that would hopefully shut the prehistoric menaces down. Sari decided to pitch in by boosting Bumblebee's stingers with her [[AllSpark Key]], which proved enough to defeat the "Dinobots"... but also provided them with [[spark]]s. {{storylink|Blast from the Past}} He later bought a neat car horn and tried to chase down a mysterious muscle car with little success. The car turned out to be the bounty hunter [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]], who kidnapped Optimus Prime and made short work of Bumblebee as well, threatening to take his stingers. In the end, Lockdown was defeated by Ratchet and Prime was saved. {{storylink|The Thrill of the Hunt}}

[[File:TFA Nanosec Bumblebee turbo boosters.JPG|thumb|upright=1.4|BB got back!]]
After Bumblebee showed a lack of ability (or inclination) to be subtle on Earth, Prime had Prowl try to teach Bumblebee how to blend in. This ruined some plans with Sari, as she wanted to attach some [[turbo booster]]s to him to make him go even faster. During the exercise, they encountered [[Nanosec]], a crook that had gained Professor Sumdac's new speed suit via [[Megatron (Animated)|unknown patrons]]. Unable to keep up with Nanosec, Bumblebee was convinced by Sari attach the turbo boosters against Prime's orders. Unfortunately, he couldn't control them in vehicle mode, allowing Nanosec to escape from the Autobots twice. Worse, he was carrying enough [[Destronium]] to destroy all of Detroit. Overhearing Bulkhead and Prowl's comments on his change of appearance, Bumblebee realized that the suit was causing him to age the more he used it, so he purposefully ran him into old age (cold, Bee). With the Destronium about to go critical, Bumblebee, with help from Prowl and Bulkhead, managed to use his turbo boosters to head into the outer atmosphere and get the Destronium away from the city before detonating. The whole experience seems have given Bumblebee a bit more respect for subtlety. {{storylink|Nanosec (episode)|Nanosec}}

October soon came around, and Sari decided to teach the Autobots about [[Halloween]]. Bumblebee dressed up as "Count Dracubot", but his trick-and-treating session went sour when he and Bulkhead were attacked by the spider-bot [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] and knocked unconscious. They recovered in time to save Sari from falling off a skyscraper, although Bumblebee blew out his tires in the process. {{storylink|Along Came a Spider}} After participating in Sari's eighth birthday party, Bumblebee decided that he also wanted one of those cool [[Soundwave (Animated)|Soundwave]] toys. He was less enthusiastic after Soundwave took control of all [[automaton]]s in Detroit and faked Bumblebee's voice in order to confuse the Autobots. {{storylink|Sound and Fury (episode)|Sound and Fury}} While Soundwave was eventually defeated, the Decepticon attacks were far from over—[[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] and [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] soon arrived on Earth in their search for Megatron. Bumblebee and the others were knocked unconscious by Lugnut's [[Punch of Kill Everything|mighty punch]] in their first battle, but the odds were in the Autobots' favour when they later fought in the muddy waters of [[Lake Erie]]. Bumblebee got to electrocute Blitzwing a bit before both Decepticons were blasted to pieces by Teletran-1's main cannon. {{storylink|Lost and Found (episode)|Lost and Found}}

When Sari was later kidnapped by a [[Swoop (Animated)|pterosaur]], Bumblebee participated in the police investigation. {{storylink|Survival of the Fittest}} Bulkhead later got into the fine arts, so Bumblebee helped out by modeling for him until his friend got his body hijacked by the human villain known as the [[Headmaster (Animated)|Headmaster]]. As the other Autobots investigated, Bumblebee kept Bulkhead's head company and helped him create art pieces for his upcoming gallery (all while relentlessly cracking jokes about the situation, naturally). The Headmaster soon threatened to destroy Detroit using Bulkhead's body, so the Autobots approached him by pretending to be rescue vehicles, with Bumblebee being driven by Captain Fanzone. During the battle against the Headmaster, he got to play both bowling and football with Bulkhead's head before it was returned to its body. {{storylink|Headmaster (episode)|Headmaster}}

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Some time during that winter, Bumblebee and Sari were playing video games and listening to music while ignoring Prowl's lectures on how spending so much time on "electronic devices" was unnecessary. All three of them were then sent out to investigate a Cybertronic energy signal in the woods; a prospect which filled Bumblebee with dread as nature was just so ''incredibly'' boring compared to his TV, games and music back home. He came along on what Sari described as a "camping trip" anyway, although he brought plenty of electronic devices with him. Prowl was not impressed, and even less so when Bumblebee decided to use his holographic projector as a TV screen. The lack of electricity proved to be the least of Bumblebee's problems, however, as the group was attacked by a [[Space barnacle|space barnacle monster]] shortly after nightfall. After a drawn-out fight with the creature, Bumblebee eventually knocked it off a cliff with his stingers, only to find that Prowl had been infected by the barnacles himself. While Sari had the bright idea of trapping the crazed Prowl in a mine, Bumblebee ended up trapping both of ''them'' in it as well, and got himself infected. Ultimately, Sari saved the day by using hot water to remove the barnacles, and in the aftermath Bumblebee voiced his opinion that nature should just be paved over as soon as possible. {{storylink|Nature Calls}}

[[File:Megatron rising 1 Starscream freakout.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Bumblebee followed this moment by offering Starscream a polo.]]
When Decepticon activity was detected in high levels, Bulkhead spilled the beans on what he and Prowl had done with the [[Dinobot (Animated)|Dinobots]], and Optimus Prime pretty much lost it. Ranting that all he had was a group of insubordinate malfunctions, he told Ratchet to take Sari's [[AllSpark Key]] from her, saying it wasn't safe in her hands. As she ran off crying, Bumblebee defended her, and Prime pointed out that Bumblebee wasn't a good character witness. Bumblebee mouthed off that their situation meant that Prime wasn't fit to command, and then went looking for Sari. Heading to [[Sumdac Tower]], Bumblebee spotted Starscream, and disobeyed Prime's order to hold off. Heading up the elevator (which could not only fit him, but also carry his weight), Bumblebee charged, firing his stingers at Starscream. All it really did was interrupt his speech, which made Starscream ''seriously'' freak out. However, a crane pulled Starscream, who was holding Bumblebee, up to the roof, where the two fought it out...right until Megatron burst through the roof of the tower. {{storylink|Megatron Rising - Part 1}}

After Megatron's restoration, Starscream absentmindedly beat on Bumblebee for a while, then threw him aside when Megatron called the Decepticons to him. Once he'd been repaired with remaining AllSpark Key energy in Professor Sumdac's lab, Bumblebee called Prime on his previous statements, and Optimus apologized, saying he'd been out of line. When Ratchet brought the Autobots' ship to them, the Autobots and Sumdacs boarded the vessel in an attempt to lead Megatron and the Decepticons off-planet, but were shot down and crashed on [[Dinobot Island (Animated)|Dinobot Island]]. As the Autobots rallied to defend the AllSpark, Bumblebee, Ratchet, and Prowl took on [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]]. Ratchet and Bumblebee teamed up again to create an [[electromagnetic pulse]], causing him to crash. After shelling them in tank mode, Blitzwing again took to the air for some strafing runs. Prowl noticed a connection between Blitzwing's alternate modes and personalities, so they had Bumblebee use his greatest strength, his obnoxious personality, to cause Angry Blitzwing to emerge. Taunting the triple changer, Bumblebee got him to transform accidentally into tank mode and crash into the lake. {{storylink|Megatron Rising - Part 2}}

[[File:Super secretary.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|"[[Aaron Archer]]'s office. Please hold."]]

Following the defeat of Megatron and the disappearance of Professor Sumdac, Bumblebee helped Sari run [[Sumdac Systems]] until the arrival of the [[Elite Guard|Cybertron Elite Guard]]. Among their numbers was [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel Prime]], Bumblebee and Bulkhead's old sergeant from boot camp, but thankfully he didn't seem to remember them. Bumblebee and the rest of the crew were subsequently contained within the [[Sigma Supreme|Elite Guard flagship]] while the Sentinel and [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]] went with Optimus Prime to investigate the supposed defeat of Megatron and dispersion of the AllSpark, but soon had to leave to deal with an out-of-control [[police drone]] factory. {{storylink|The Elite Guard}} Shortly afterwards, Bumblebee greeted Sari when she was thrown out of Sumdac Tower by [[Porter C. Powell]] and forced to live with the Autobots. He and Bulkhead tried to cheer her up by saying that living together would be like a non-stop party, making her food and teaching her about "stuff and how it works", but were met with limited success. Prowl intervened, and advised the pair to simply listen to their friend. Sari then let out her frustration over recent events, while Bumblebee and Bulkhead comforted her. {{storylink|The Return of the Headmaster}}

Bumblebee and Sari later helped stop a runaway train powered by an AllSpark fragment. When Starscream stopped by again, Bumblebee and Ratchet again combined their powers to attack him with an electromagnetic pulse, but the AllSpark-powered Decepticon shrugged it off like it was nothing. {{storylink|Mission Accomplished}} After noticing truly how bad Ratchet's people skills were, Optimus Prime assigned Bumblebee and Sari to help him improve on them, something neither party was very enthusiastic about. During their training, the three encountered the newly created Transformer [[Wreck-Gar (Animated)|Wreck-Gar]], who proceeded to throw beef and motorcycles at Bumblebee. The Autobots chased Wreck-Gar across the city to retrieve the experimental nanobots he had in his backpack, but Bumblebee was not present during Ratchet's final confrontation with the confused 'bot. {{storylink|Garbage In, Garbage Out}}

[[File:TFA Velocity Bumblebee Blurr meet.JPG|thumb|upright=1.4|"If you're [[Auggie Cahnay (G1)|Auggie Cahnay]], your ass is grass!"]]
Bumblebee became involved in the illegal street races organised by the criminal [[Master Disaster (Animated)|Master Disaster]]. Believing himself to be the fastest things on wheels, Bumblebee was unsurprisingly shocked after getting thrashed in a race by a [[Blurr (Animated)|Mysterious Blue Race Car]]. Following this, AllSpark traces, and the appearance of Blitzwing at the race track, Bumblebee became determined to get to the bottom of the mystery (although deep down he just wanted another chance to beat the Unknown Racer.) He made a deal with Master Disaster to appear in his races. Enlisting the help of Sari, Bumblebee returned to the track, and, to cut a long story short, ending up being pursued by the maniacal Blitzwing. After nearly being frozen one minute and melted to slag the next, Bumblebee was eventually rescued by the Mysterious Racer driving into Blitzwing. The excitement wasn't over for Bumblebee yet, as when returning to Master Disaster's trailer for answers, he and his pal Bulkhead (who had angrily followed Bumblebee there for defying him) had to face off against Blitzwing (he was desperate for that AllSpark fragment...), and had to be rescued once again... although this time it was Sari using Master Disaster's controlling device. {{storylink|Velocity (episode)|Velocity}}

The Autobots' ongoing efforts to fix up Detroit continued, and Bumblebee found the task as boring as ever. As the Autobots repaired an overpass, Bumblebee spotted Blitzwing and Lugnut trying to sneak off with some construction supplies. He attempted to stop them on his own, with his stingers being as ineffective as usual against the Decepticons. The pair got away, causing even more damage to the overpass on their way out, forcing the Autobots had to stay late to repair it. Again. Later, Bulkhead brought two new 'bots back to Autobot headquarters: [[Mixmaster (Animated)|Mixmaster]] and [[Scrapper (Animated)|Scrapper]]. Though they were insufferable to begin with, the Constructibots became an actual threat when they allied themselves with Megatron. They attempted to snatch away the Autobots' AllSpark fragments for their new boss, and Bumblebee was taken hostage during the scuffle. The Autobots were ultimately able to drive off the Constructibots and retrieved their AllSpark fragments.{{storylink|Rise of the Constructicons}}

Later, he went on a trip to the Five Banners Roller Coaster Kingdom theme park with Sari. Optimus, fool that he is, believed him when he called it "an important fact-finding mission". {{storylink|A Fistful of Energon}}

[[File:Watching SUVs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|If they start to do it, let me see, ok?]]
On another occasion, Bumblebee was attempting to clear up the streets of Detroit by catching some of their [[Nanosec|small]] [[Angry Archer|time]] [[Professor Princess|criminals]]. However, in each case, whenever Bumblebee came close to the capture, he froze up completely, and allowed the baddies to escape. It later became apparent that this was due to the AllSpark-infused timepiece belonging to [[Slo-Mo]]. After revealing himself and snatching the timepiece, [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]] froze all of the Autobots and looked set for victory. However, after being lifted to Sumdac Tower by Sari and the members of the [[Society of Ultimate Villainy|SUV]] and repaired, Bumblebee took on Swindle (even managing to floor him at one point with his stingers.) After getting the timepiece back from Swindle, Bumblebee was double-crossed by the SUV, but fortunately for the Autobot, the rest of his pals were back online by now, and managed to get the criminals arrested. {{storylink|SUV: Society of Ultimate Villainy}}

After learning of Wasp's escape, Bumblebee felt a stirring of his old dreams, and dragged Bulkhead off to trace a signal leaked to them, containing a conversation between Megatron and his spy. As they tracked it down, Bumblebee fell into old habits, and started putting Bulkhead down, just like in the old days. It took a nasty fall to remind him that Bulkhead was the best friend he'd ever have, and he didn't need to spend his time chasing big dreams. Together, the two headed home, never realizing they were just outside of the carbon mines where the Decepticons were hiding.

Later, Bumblebee relayed the information they'd gathered to his old friend, Longarm, now Longarm ''Prime'', head of Cybertron Intel. {{storylink|Autoboot Camp}}

[[File:TFA Black Friday Meltdown Bee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|IDK, my BFF Jill?]]
Due to his inability to stay quiet, Prowl placed a bet on Bumblebee—that he couldn't go 10 [[Units of time|cycle]]s without talking. Should he keep to this, a sweet can of axle grease would be his! However, the poor bot just couldn't do it. Prime took Bumblebee and Prowl with him to Dinobot Island to investigate Meltdown's prison break, and the plucky yellow bot vowed he would win the axle grease. However, the bet was put on hold after both he and Prowl were off-lined by [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia's]] [[cyber venom]]. After the day was saved, Prime used the antidote on the bots, and Bumblebee pointed out he'd been quiet for ages! Prowl dryly noted it took Bumblebee being comatose to achieve this, but the yellow bot didn't care—he just wanted his grease! {{storylink|Black Friday (episode)| Black Friday}}

Bumblebee began to neglect his chassis, allowing it to leak oil without taking notice. Bulkhead and Ratchet pointed this out to the little 'bot, but Bumblebee was in complete denial over the fact that he needed a tune-up. Then, the Autobots learned that Mixmaster and Scrapper had resurfaced, and headed out to look for them throughout Detroit. Bumblebee didn't realize that the trail of oil he let drip out as he drove along would lead the Constructobots back to Autobot headquarters, where Sari would have to take on the two of them by herself. He did eventually get patched up by Ratchet in the field though. By the time Bumblebee received a call from Sari informing him of her situation, Blitzwing had dropped in on the Autobots, and they were too busy dealing with the triple-changer to head back... until Blitzwing suddenly decided to ditch the battle. By the time the Autobots made it back home, Sari had already managed to get rid of the intruders by herself. {{storylink|Sari, No One's Home}}

After insulting Bulkhead's latest painting of Sari, Bumblebee realized that he was wrong and actually apologized for his comments. It didn't go over very well, and that was before Megatron showed up with Professor Sumdac. Though Bumblebee suspected that Sumdac was a willing accomplice, Sari refused to hear it. At that moment, the mysterious blue racer appeared. Thinking he was a Decepticon, Bumblebee rolled after the racer, running him off the road. It was only at this point that the racer revealed that he was [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]], a member of the Elite Guard sent to keep tabs on Decepticons and Prime's crew. Worse, Bumblebee's actions allowed Bulkhead to be kidnapped by Megatron. Once Optimus Prime was informed that the Decepticons were building a [[space bridge]] to attack Cybertron, Bumblebee went with the Autobots to rescue Bulkhead and destroy the bridge. During a brief skirmish with Lugnut and Blitzwing, Bumblebee admitted that he'd lost his title as "fastest thing on wheels" to Blurr. Unfortunately, when they confronted Megatron himself, the [[Constructicon (Animated)|Constructicons]] managed to incapacitate the pair...just in time for Starscream and his [[Starscream clone (Animated)|clones]] to attack. {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part I}}

Managing to escape the Decepticons, the Autobots went for the clones, apparently deciding that they were the greater evil. The battle went poorly for them, as Blurr was lost in the space bridge and Bumblebee was cemented to a wall. When Isaac Sumdac decapitated Starscream and took his body with the [[Headmaster (Animated)|Headmaster unit]], Bumblebee was convinced that he was working for the Decepticons, though Sumdac revealed that it was to destroy Megatron. That didn't work out too well. After Megatron explained his plan to the captive Autobots, the Decepticon [[Shockwave (Animated)|Shockwave]] revealed that he was Longarm Prime and that Bumblebee had sent an innocent Wasp to the stockade. Fortunately, [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]] arrived, reactivated thanks to Sari and Ratchet, and sacrificed himself to save the Autobots and Sumdacs. With the threat passed, Sumdac revealed that he had been forced to help the Decepticons, and Bumblebee's mistrust of the professor presumably faded away—only to return when Sari saw that the skin of her right arm had torn...revealing robotic circuitry underneath! {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part II}}

Despite the revelation that one of his best friends was a robot, Bumblebee actually remained focused on the larger picture: namely, Shockwave's presence on Cybertron. Optimus reasoned that since Bulkhead was a genius with regards to space bridges (something Bumblebee said he'd never get used to, revealing his high opinion of his other best friend), so the two headed out to the mine. Bumblebee managed to find a recall beacon generator, which was needed to locate the position in space, and the plasmadynamic thruster, which generated the transwarp field. Unfortunately, the thruster activated before Bumblebee could give it to Bulkhead, sending him across the galaxy. After catching another transwarp wave, he was again transported to another part of the galaxy—where he was swallowed by a [[Rock Lord]].

Fortunately, Bulkhead was able to capture Bumblebee's signal, and reel him in. Sadly, it also brought the alien to Detroit. As the Autobots struggled to figure out how to defeat the monster and save Bumblebee, Sari used the AllSpark Key on herself to upgrade with new weapons and a teenage appearance. Sari quickly trounced the monster, freeing Bumblebee. Unfortunately, Sari didn't remove the Key after the upgrade, causing her to overload and lose control of her abilities. Bumblebee made a mad dash to try to remove the Key, but Sari's defenses systems registered him as a threat, and Sari horrifically watched as she stabbed Bumblebee through the chest and blasted him across the street. Ratchet immediately went to work, saying that he could repair Bumblebee without the Key. However, the damage was severe, and Bumblebee's spark was fading fast. Even when they got the Key, Ratchet was still hard pressed, as the Key had been burned out upgrading Sari. Fortunately, Ratchet managed to stabilize Bumblebee with his magnets, but Ratchet was forced to deactivate Sari with his EMP generator.

[[File:TransWarpedBumblebeeSari.jpg|upright=1.4|left|thumb|Ouch.]]
After Ratchet made what repairs he could, the Autobots allowed Professor Sumdac some time alone with Sari. Lamenting on how troubled their day had been, Bumblebee tempted fate by asking how much worse it could get. On cue, the plasmadynamic thruster began to power up, but Bulkhead managed to shut it down. Unfortunately, Omega Supreme soon arrived, under the control of Megatron. Bumblebee was given an illegal stinger upgrade to help against Omega Supreme, but it still did little good. Optimus and Prowl managed to sneak inside and remove Megatron's control while Bumblebee and Bulkhead served as <s>bait</s> a distraction. However, Starscream managed to gain control, and soon moved to conquer Cybertron. Bumblebee came up with the idea to throw the plasmadynamic thruster inside Omega to send the three randomly warping across the galaxy, managing to reach the altitude with his [[turbo booster]]s (why Optimus let him keep those is unknown). Later, Sari was awakened, and all was well with the Autobots...except for being out of contact with Cybertron, but still, it's the thought that counts. {{storylink|TransWarped}}

While Bulkhead and Professor Sumdac began constructing a space bridge, Bumblebee and the other Autobots focused on hunting down the remaining Decepticons on Earth. The first one they found was Lugnut, who was defeated and [[stasis cuffs|stasis cuffed]] after a drawn-out battle. Unfortunately, this left the Autobot force trying to pull the massive Decepticon out of the deep crater he had caused during the fight—a daunting task that they spent the rest of the night working on. Before any real progress could be made, Bumblebee and the others were called away to help Bulkhead, who had been dragged into an oil-stealing scheme by the Constructicons. Upon arriving at the [[Fossil Fuel]] oil refinery, Bumblebee fought against Scrapper, but was warned to watch his stingers so he wouldn't set fire to a nearby oil spill. Unfortunately, a collision between Scrapper and Mixmaster led to a spark setting fire to it anyway, so the Autobots were forced to transwarp an entire oil tank (with the Constructicons on it) out to Lake Erie, where it exploded. {{storylink|Three's a Crowd (episode)|Three's a Crowd}}

[[File:WhereIsThySting-hotdogbot.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Bumblebee attempts to kitbash himself.]]

Some time later, Bumblebee's old friend Wasp arrived on Earth, with a few screws loose and a vendetta against the 'bot who put him away. That night, Bumblebee was on monitor duty as the other Autobots were searching for Wasp, but spent his time playing ''[[Ninja Gladiator]]'' instead (after all, a TV is a monitor too!), which led to Wasp easily getting the drop on him. Bumblebee tried explaining how Longarm had set the whole thing up back in the day, but the deranged Wasp wouldn't listen, instead knocking Bumblebee out and saying it was ''his'' turn to lose everything he'd ever had. When Bumblebee woke up, he found himself equipped with Wasp's helmet, paintjob and voice synthesizer and all his friends staring down at him... including Wasp dressed up as himself. Unable to prove his own identity, Bumblebee was forced to escape from his own friends, only to be chased down by Elite Guard members [[Jetfire (Animated)|Jetfire]] and [[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]]. Luckily for the small 'bot, Jetstorm's wind blasts were too powerful for him, and he was blown away from danger. A desperate Bumblebee tried painting himself yellow with mustard from a hot dog stand, only to be confronted by Bulkhead and Prowl. Thinking of ideas to prove his innocence, Bumblebee reminded Bulkhead of their misadventures in boot camp—misadventures Wasp could never have known about. While his friends were finally convinced, the newly arrived Jetstorm and Jetfire were not, and a fight broke out until Optimus and Sentinel arrived and sorted it out. Returning to the Autobot base, they confronted Wasp, who had unfortunately spent the meantime researching Bumblebee's past and could easily list many of Bumblebee's past adventures like he was there in person. With no way to prove who was the real deal, Bulkhead suggested that they simply play ''Ninja Gladiator'' for the title of Bumblebee... after all, the real one would ''never'' lose at ''Ninja Gladiator''. The plan worked, as Wasp cracked under the pressure before the match could even begin, grabbing Bumblebee and holding him at stinger-point. With the Autobots unable to attack, Wasp cancelled his and Bumblebee's [[electronic paint job]]s and made a getaway, leaving Bumblebee to be pummelled by a confused Bulkhead. {{storylink|Where Is Thy Sting?}}

Chasing Wasp across Detroit, the Autobots eventually cornered him, and Bumblebee again tried explaining the "funny story" on how Longarm was the true Decepticon spy who caused Wasp's misfortune. However, Wasp didn't see the funny part of it, and Bumblebee nearly got himself blasted in the face for trying. Before the group could capture Wasp, he was suddenly abducted by [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]], so Optimus Prime and Bumblebee had to follow him to [[Dinobot Island (Animated)|Dinobot Island]]. Upon arrival, Prime suggested that Bumblebee stopped making excuses like blaming Longarm and tried ''apologizing'' to Wasp instead. Making their way into the tunnels of the island, the two soon found Wasp... mutated into a large, monstrous [[technorganic]] form by Blackarachnia. Face to face with the monster, Bumblebee followed Prime's advice and apologized for everything he did and didn't do to Wasp. His old nemesis responded that Wasp forgave him... but he was Wasp''inator'' now, and Waspinator would ''never'' forgive Bumblebee! However, before Waspinator could destroy Bumblebee once and for all, his new body started going out of control, and he went back to Blackarachnia. After being run down by both the spider and the wasp as the latter chased the former, Bumblebee helped carry the damaged Sentinel Prime out of the tunnels. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Animated)|Predacons Rising}}

[[File:TFAni Human Error Part 1 Bumblebee vs Blitzwing.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|Human Bumblebee is stronger than [[:File:RollForIt FloppyDisk destruction.jpg|Chip Chase]].]]
Christmas eventually came around, and between shaking his presents and decorating the tree, Bumblebee didn't notice a [[Sound Wave]] toy poisoning the Autobots' [[oilnog]]. After having a taste, the 'bots all felt strangely tired and decided to take a stasis nap... only to wake up in human bodies. Bumblebee took it with a pinch of humor as he made fun of Bulkhead for being small, before the "Automen" headed out to see if Professor Sumdac could find out what was going on. However, during a brief break for food at [[Burger Bot]], the city came under attack from a large force of Decepticons. The Autobots chose to fight back despite their small fleshy bodies, but Bumblebee grabbing onto Starscream's leg had no real effect on the marauding Decepticon, and the heroes were quickly forced to run. Eventually arriving at Sumdac Tower, Bumblebee was shocked when Cybertron itself appeared in the sky and blasted part of the tower to smithereens, followed by the arrival of Megatron himself. However, by this stage, Optimus Prime and Prowl had figured out that none of this was actually happening—they were trapped in some kind of simulated reality. Realizing that they could break through the illusion with their imagination, the Autobots fought back and defeated the simulated Decepticons, with the tiny human Bumblebee easily punching out Blitzwing before transforming back into a robot. But before the Autobots could figure out how to escape from the virtual reality, they were subdued by a giant Soundwave—the one who had trapped them to begin with in order to brainwash them into becoming his mind slaves. {{storylink|Human Error, Part I}}
[[File:EndgamePart1-BumblebeeArcee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|"I think I've seen this [[Spotlight: Arcee|somewhere]] before."]]

As Soundwave increased his control over the simulation, Bumblebee and the others were transformed back into humans. Deciding that they had to find Soundwave's interface to the world, they grabbed some vehicles matching their alternate modes, leading to Bumblebee pushing a virtual Captain Fanzone out of his own car. The Autobots took to chasing after a black Soundwave van, only to fall into a trap that let Soundwave brainwash them completely. As Sari and her "[[Substitute Autobot]]s" came to save the day, Soundwave used the Autobots' bodies to fight back, with Bumblebee and Prowl teaming up against Wreck-Gar. However, controlling five people at once proved too much for Soundwave, and as he lost focus, Bumblebee's mindless body found itself bound up in Christmas lights and defeated. Shortly afterward, Bumblebee's mind was returned to normal when Optimus Prime shattered Soundwave's body. {{storylink|Human Error, Part II}}

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When the Autobots discovered Decepticon signals on the [[Moon (moon)|moon]], Bumblebee found himself a volunteering (read: ordered) to transwarp there and plant a transmitter. However, the transmitter was inadvertently broken by [[Shockwave (Animated)|Shockwave]] shortly after arrival, so Bumblebee changed his strategy into infiltrating Omega Supreme. Inside, he found [[Arcee (Animated)|Arcee]] babbling on and on about school. Deeming it impossible to take her back to Earth, Bumblebee chose to activate Arcee's transmitter before leaving, using her to spy on the Decepticons. {{storylink|Endgame, Part I}} When Megatron used the information inside Arcee to attack Detroit with a trio of "[[Lugnut Supreme]]s", Bumblebee went back to the moon alongside Bulkhead, Ratchet and Sari to attempt a retrieval of Omega Supreme. They quickly located Arcee again, only to be attacked by Shockwave. While Bumblebee's stingers had no effect on his old platoonmate, he was eventually defeated by Bulkhead's brawns. Shockwave transformed back to his Longarm mode in an attempt to trick his "old pals", but failed and was captured. Bumblebee was aboard Omega Supreme when he battled against the oversized Lugnuts-turned-oversized Starscreams, and following their victory, was told that Prowl had died during the battle. When the Autobots returned to Cybertron, he helped carry his friend's coffin. {{storylink|Endgame, Part II}}

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''Bumblebee attended the Stunti-Con's show in Kaon, unaware that the entire affair was a Decepticon plot to break Megatron out of the nearby Trypticon Prison. Thankfully, [[Sideswipe (Animated)|Sideswipe]] and [[Cheetor (Animated)|Cheetor]] interrupted the show, and with [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus]]'s help thwarted the Decepticons' plans.''{{storylink|The Stunti-Con Job}}

===Toy bios===
[[File:Animatedpatrolbumblebeepackageart.jpg|upright=0.85|left|thumb|"C.O.P.S. will be right back after these messages!"]]
At some point, Bumblebee began taking stealth lessons from Prowl, presenting him with a new battle tactic: sneaking up from behind instead of racing fender-first into danger. To further that end, Bumblebee apparently painted himself as a police patrol car. {{storylink|Bumblebee (Animated)#ActivPatrol|Patrol Bumblebee}}

After "getting up close to members of the AUTOBOT Elite Guard", Bumblebee decided more than ever that he wanted to join their ranks. He had Sari borrow some of her dad's auto-painting robots so that he could truly look the part of an Elite Guard team member. He also began doing combat training with Prowl, and may have gotten his energy stingers enhanced. {{storylink|Bumblebee (Animated)#EliteGuard|Elite Guard Bumblebee}}

{{note|Presumably Bumblebee's "getting up close to members of the AUTOBOT Elite Guard" refers to the events of the episodes [[The Elite Guard]], [[The Return of the Headmaster]] and [[Mission Accomplished]]. However, at the time of those episodes, Isaac Sumdac was missing and Sari no longer had access to Sumdac Systems technology, so, uh... just go with it. OR, possibly, by "borrow" they mean "steal the robots out from under Powell's greasy nose"}}

===''Be the Hero'' books===
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====Prime Suspect====
After [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Prime]] was framed for breaking and entering, Bumblebee and [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari]] tried to warn him in advance that the Detroit police were after him. Bumblebee helped Sari and [[You|another kid]] check out the police station for leads. Unsuccessful in their search, they went to the scene of the crime, [[HomeTech]]'s laboratory where they rendezvoused with the other Autobots. As the Autobots were too big to fit inside, they sent the kids in, which resulted in Bumblebee and [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]] having to rescue them dramatically. Evidence was found, leading the Autobots to HomeTech's main warehouse. Breaking in, Bumblebee clumsily knocked over a stack of crates, but somehow managed to avoid bringing security down on them. The Autobots split up and eventually found and defeated [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]], who'd been behind the whole thing. {{storylink|Prime Suspect (Animated)|Prime Suspect}}

====Quest for the AllSpark====
When [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] made an attempt to obtain the [[AllSpark]] by taking control of [[Detroit]]'s robot workforce, the Autobots came up with a plan to hide useless copies of the AllSpark. Bumblebee concealed his at the [[Race Track]], however when the other Autobots failed to show up back at base, he found Sari and another kid, and the three of them went looking for [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]]. When they found him, he fought Bumblebee while laboring under a misconception, which was quickly straightened out. They collected Prowl and finally caught up with Prime and [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]], joining in a battle to defeat [[Crush-A]]. {{storylink|Quest for the AllSpark}}

====Web of Deception====
Bumblebee saved Sari and her friend from a fiery death on [[Lake Erie]] before finding the Autobot ship lifeless. After getting everything working again, Ratchet found that Optimus was missing, and [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]'s ship was parked on the lake bed nearby, sending Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Prowl and the two young humans on a mission to investigate. While fighting the bounty hunter, they discovered the involvement of [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]], who wanted revenge on Prime. They ended up tracking down and fighting Blackarachnia, only for her to absorb Bumblebee's stinger ability, and sprout a stinger on each of her spider legs. All three Autobots were incapacitated, but Sari and her friend were able to follow Blackarachnia, leading to her eventual defeat. {{storylink|Web of Deception}}

====Time-Quake====
When Detroit was plagued by a series of strange time disturbances, the Autobots used scanning devices to scour the city. Bulkhead and Bumblebee both tracked the source of the temporal anomalies to the [[Lions Tower]] building downtown and broke in to find a time machine on the empty top floor. While Bulkhead and a human were sent back in time, Bumblebee encountered those responsible — [[Natasha Pyraniac]] and [[Blast-X]]. Bulkhead returned to the present in time to aid Bumblebee's fight against the Decepticon. Blast-X was defeated shortly after Pyraniac departed in the time machine. {{storylink|Time-Quake}}

===Titan Magazines===
In battle with new villain [[Quake-Maker]], Bumblebee got to not only mock the villain but fight alongside the super-cool new Autobot [[Afterburn]]. {{storylink|Animated Comic issue 1#Burnout|Burnout}}

The two later went on a mission to Dinobot Island to stop a Rage virus infection, a mission that had Bumblebee nervous. During the mission, Bumblebee screwed up a landing that Afterburn aced, got thrown into a mud puddle by Swoop, was left with an incredibly dirty finish, and generally looked worse than Afterburn and on ''four separate occasions'' got put down by him. This made him sad. {{storylink|Animated Comic issue 2|Ratchet & Grimlock Are DEAD?}}

When [[Swoop (Animated)|Swoop]] was in a huff, it was Bumblebee who convinced him to help them against the [[Wraith-X]] by appealing to that greatest of emotions, the ego! He didn't have time to gloat though, as he then found Afterburn reporting back to ''Megatron'', who then stormed the base, {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 23|Divebomb}} killed Afterburn, and started a massive battle. Bumblebee was shocked to find Afterburn had only been a sparkless drone infiltrator, but still viewed him as a real Autobot, ''taking on Megatron himself'' out of anger for what had happened.

Optimus later consoled Bumblebee that he'd been a hero and that Afterburn hadn't been real anyway. But he'd been real to Bumblebee...{{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 24|Megatron's Revenge}}

[[File:Bumblebeepizza Titan25.jpg|left|upright=1.4|thumb|Why said cheese pizza has several toppings on it is a mystery.]]

But then he got over that and started breaking traffic laws for fun to get pizzas to Sari quickly! This led to Prowl dissing him and claiming Bumblebee wouldn't be so fast if he had to obey some rules, which led to a race between the two at [[Crazy Coyote Canyon]] (plus Bulkhead joined in, which gave Bumblebee a good laugh). Autobots doing ''anything'', of course, leads to Decepticon plots, and Bumblebee (who had a Decepticon tracer stuck on his butt) found they'd ambushed Prowl halfway through the race. Locating the tracer, he stuck it on ''Lugnut's'' butt and helped Prowl escape to win.

All that excitement had allowed Bulkhead to win the race unopposed though, making him the official fastest thing in Detroit. Bumblebee accepted it amiably enough. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 25|The Race}}
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===''TransTech''===
{{voiceactor|[[Bumper Robinson]] (English)}}
Isaac Sumdac presented his newest creation to Optimus, Bumblebee, and Sari; the "[[Bi-directional Unified Transit Terminal]]". The professor explained that his B.U.T.T. could easily shoot them all off to Cybertron... in theory. Bumblebee agreed to be part of the device's test drive, but the B.U.T.T. malfunctioned, sending Optimus, Sari, and Bumblebee to [[Axiom Nexus]] instead of their intended destination. The trio soon encountered officer [[Flareup (G1)|Flareup]], who informed them that Optimus was breaking [[Dux non Intruitus|the law]] by virtue of simply being a "Prime" in Axiom Nexus. After being through 17 grueling hours of processing, Optimus and Sari were put in the care of [[Shockwave (TransTech)|Shockwave]]. Bumblebee was determined to be a non-threat without a "spunky kid sidekick" to help him out, and was set free. Flareup informed Bumblebee of the gravity of the situation his friends found themselves in, and agreed to help rescue them... though Bumblebee took the time to order some fast-food first. In the drive-through line-up, Bumblebee met with the "heroic Predacon [[Megatron (BW)|Joe]]" who also agreed to help him out. Bumblebee then formulated a crazed plan that involved a marching band of trained chimps... which failed completely to accomplish anything. Joe then suggested a better plan; both he and Bumblebee posed as "illegal Primes" so that they could make their way to Axiom Nexus's detention center. "Beeimus Prime" and "Joe Convoy" thus managed to sneak into Shockwave's lab, despite the Narrator nearly blowing their cover. Bumblebee and Flareup then set upon distracting the morally-ambiguous scientist while Joe was tasked with freeing the hostages... only for the Predacon to reveal himself to be in truth a "Megatron" with plans of conquest!

Using Sari's Key, Megatron turned Shockwave's lab equipment into a miniature army. Unable to take on the newly awakened robots through force, Optimus, Sari, Bumblebee, Flareup, and Shockwave instead devised a means to turn them against their master; bureaucracy! They convinced Megatron's army that the amount of paperwork they'd need to go through for simply being born was a huge hassle, causing the robots to turn on their master.

Shockwave was so annoyed by Bumblebee and his friends that he decided to use his authority to quickly deport them from his dimension. Relieved to be back home, Optimus made everyone promise to never speak of their inter-dimensional adventure again. Bumblebee agreed. {{Storylink|Bee in the City}}

===''The Cool'' comic===
Witnessing the mysterious Allspark being uncovered, Bumblebee along with the rest of Optimus Prime's crew fled through a space bridge gate in order to keep the artifact out of Decepticon clutches. Unfortunately, Megatron was able to board their ship and left Bumblebee defeated on the floor, leaving Optimus to deal with the Decepticon leader by himself. {{storylink|The Cool Extra issue 3}}

Along with the rest of the Autobots, Bumblebee came to the [[Earth]] city of [[Detroit]] in order to protect the [[AllSpark]] from the Decepticons. During a battle in the streets with [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]], [[Blackarachnia (Animated)|Blackarachnia]] and [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]], Bumblebee came into contact with [[Sari Sumdac (Animated)|Sari Sumdac]] moments before nearly being blown to smithereens. He then squared off against, attempting to subdue the Decepticon with his [[Stinger (weapon)|stingers]]. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 1}}

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When [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] died stopping Starscream from abusing the power of the AllSpark, and was subsequently revived, Bumblebee introduced him to Sari, who had brought him back with the power of her [[AllSpark Key|key]]. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 2}}

Bumblebee next participated in a battle against [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] and [[Soundwave (Animated)|Soundwave]] on [[Dinobot Island (Animated)|Dinobot Island]]. He performed poorly against Soundwave's sonic attacks and Lugnut's aerial bombardments, and was grateful when the [[Dinobot (Animated)|Dinobot]]s arrived to save the day, remarking how powerful they were. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 3}}

Back in Detroit, Bumblebee was present to dig Optimus Prime out of a pile of rubble dropped onto him by [[Blackout (Animated)|Blackout]]. Bumblebee did not recognize Blackout's Autobot opponent, [[Safeguard (Animated)|Safeguard]], leaving Prime to tell him that he was from the [[Elite Guard]]. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 4}}

Bumblebee next engaged Starscream all by himself, resulting in the Decepticon nearly blasting him off the roof of [[Sumdac Systems]] headquarters. Bumblebee was saved when Starscream was distracted by the reborn Megatron, only to be blasted by Megatron's [[fusion cannon]] a short while later. Bumblebee survived the altercation, at least long enough to greet [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]] and the Elite Guard. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 5}}

Bumblebee later joined the Autobots in a battle against [[Clone number 2716057|Clone #2716057]]. With Prowl's help, they subdued the clone and took him to a warehouse where they encountered Megatron. The clone had been rigged to explode, but Prowl was able to send him rocketing into the sky before detonation, as Bumblebee stood around watching, doing nothing. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 6}}

At the battle for the Decepticon [[Space bridge|Space Bridge]], Bumblebee joined his fellow speed warrior, [[Blurr (Animated)|Blurr]], in taking down [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] and [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]]. They used their speed to first confuse their opponents, then slapped them with some stasis cuffs. As the Decepticons fell over, paralyzed, the pair of Autobots speedsters skipped off while merrily whistling. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 7}}

When the battle for the Decepticon Space Bridge had ended, Bumblebee joined the other Autobots in bidding farewell to the fallen [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]]. Bumblebee then freaked out when he noticed that Sari had robotics sticking through her skin.{{storylink|The Cool Episode 8}}

Not long afterward, Starscream attacked Detroit in Omega Supreme's body. Bumblebee fought to keep the fiend busy until Optimus could return and join the fray. Bumblebee expressed excitement when Sari used her key to upgrade into a teenager, then expressed lament when her newfound powers proved utterly useless against Starscream/Omega Supreme. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 9}}

Prior to the final confrontation against the Decepticons, Bumblebee stood heroically alongside his fellow Autobots. {{storylink|The Cool Extra issue 1}}

Upon Megatron's defeat, Bumblebee accompanied the Autobots back to planet [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], where they were all hailed as heroes by the citizenry and even [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel]]. {{storylink|The Cool Episode Final}}

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===Legends World===
An actor dressed as Bumblebee appeared at [[Tokyo Toy Show]] 2014, to the joy of ''Animated'' fans [[Optimus Minor]] and [[Rattrap (BW)|Rattrap]]. {{storylink|Tokyo Toy Show 2014 Report}}

===''Rescue Bots Academy'' cartoon===
[[File:RBA Animated Bumblebee Toy.jpg|thumb|left|50px]]
A figurine of ''Animated'' Bumblebee can be seen in [[Wedge (RBA)|Wedge]]'s collection. {{storylink|Bee Prepared}}

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===Precursor World===
A [[Primus Vanguard|Warrior of the Seven Lights]] resembling a white Bumblebee was a member of the [[White Order]] of the [[Primus Vanguard]]. He stood at attention in their base on the [[White Planet]] as [[Prowl (Animated)#Precursor World|Prowl]] and their commander [[White Gallant Convoy]] discussed what to do about the conflict broiling between [[G1 World|extradimensional]] warriors [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Star Convoy]] and [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity#Generations Selects Special Comic (1)|Super Megatron]] on the [[Blue Planet (GS)|Blue Planet]]. {{storylink|God Neptune comic 2}}

==Games==
===Transformers Animated: The Game===
{{voiceactor|[[Bumper Robinson]] (English)}}
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When [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus]] announced he was stepping up Bumblebee and [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]]'s training, Bumblebee protested he already had plenty of training and was up to level 12. After it was established that video games didn't count, he, Bulkhead and Optimus worked their way through an obstacle course set up by [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]]. They got the opportunity to put their skills to a real test a short time later when drones went haywire at a [[Sumdac Systems]] factory, the trio blasting their way through the rogue robots until they found the problem — an [[AllSpark]] fragment lodged in a control console. When they intercepted a transmission indicating that [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] was planning to attack [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Optimus, Bumblebee and Bulkhead searched the factory for more fragments so they could power up Megatron's [[space bridge|Space Bridge]] and follow him.

By following a [[Decepticon Transmitter Drone]], they discovered the location of Megatron's mine base and explored it until they found Megatron and his Space Bridge. A battle ensued, during which Bumblebee powered an electromagnet that they used to defeat the Decepticon leader, but even as they were victorious, Megatron transwarped out. The trio repowered the space bridge with their own AllSpark fragments, but after Optimus and Bulkhead went through, the bridge closed, leaving Bumblebee on Earth. With Sari's help, Bumblebee tracked down more fragments at the factory... only for them to be taken from him by [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]]. With the help of his [[turbo booster]]s, Bumblebee hunted down Lockdown and managed to get the fragments back.

Bumblebee and Sari returned to the mine, only for the computer to announce that the self-destruct had been activated. Bumblebee fought his way through the mine in record time to disable it, and used the fragments to repower the space bridge. He arrived on Cybertron to find Prime and Bulkhead searching for Megatron. After intercepting a Decepticon transmission, they headed for the Space Bridge Nexus, where they confronted Megatron again, using the defense systems against him. Megatron was again forced to flee. The Autobots returned to Earth, where Bumblebee announced he was beat, but perked up again when Sari revealed she had an advance copy of ''[[Mage Master Maze Knight]]''. {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The Game}}

===Transformers Animated: ''Action Packs''===
{{note|Bumblebee is featured as a playable game card. He is a yellow card, has a value of 5 points, and has the following power: "+5 if any Sari is in play".}} {{storylink|Transformers Animated: Action Packs}}
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==Toys==
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==Merchandise==
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==Notes==
[[File:Bumblebeeanimatedkibble.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|My real windshield is on my heels!]]
*Bumblebee's arm-mounted shock stingers are very likely inspired by an early weapon concept from the 2007 movie version of [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]].

*The character who would become Bumblebee was originally conceived as [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]], but changed to Bumblebee at the insistence of incoming supervising director [[Matt Youngberg]] and art director [[Derrick J. Wyatt]].<ref>[https://www.blogger.com/comment.g?blogID=21975298&postID=1516366009698858110&isPopup=true Bumblebee's inclusion explained by Derrick J. Wyatt on twitter]</ref>
**This explains why Bumblebee's character is more like Hot Shot and less like... well, Bumblebee. He also arguably shares personality traits with other, similarly brash characters such as [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and [[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]]. Cut from the same cloth, at any rate.

*Bumblebee appears to have a fake car roof on his chest in both his toy and on his [[character model]]. Not only does Bumblebee transform like his toy in his drawn-out animated transformation sequences, with his legs forming the top of the vehicle and the rest forming the underside, but his "real" windshield is drawn on the back of his legs, just like the toy. Plus the headlights on Bumblebee's feet are upside-down, just like the toy's. However, Bumblebee's vehicle mode stripe doesn't change sides like on the toy. Cheatsy!

*In addition to the above, in "[[The Thrill of the Hunt]]", Bumblebee reaches under his '''fake''' car roof kibble to get out his air freshener and fuzzy dice. This would mean that he had kept them in his back seat or trunk. Interestingly enough, on the Deluxe toy, you can actually store small items in his chest thanks to his opening 'trunk'.

*Bumblebee likes to swear a lot. [[Slag (slang)|Slag yeah!]]

[[File:AllSparkAlmanacII-SeasonFour-Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|Ring, ring, ring, ring, ring, ring, ring Banana phone]]
*Bumblebee's apparently got his name for being a bumbler in [[Autobot boot camp]]. {{storylink|Autoboot Camp}}

*On the Transformers Animated Season One DVD set, the "Season Two Sneak Peek" special feature shows Bumblebee's character model [[:File:TFA Bumblebee Elite Guard promoimage.JPG|colored]] in the [[#EliteGuard|Elite Guard Bumblebee toy's deco]]. Bumblebee did not actually ''use'' that color scheme in Season 2, so its inclusion in a Season Two gallery is puzzling at best. It also matches the Japanese toy rather than the finalized color scheme of Hasbro's version, compounding the puzzlement.
**In the unproduced Season 4 premiere, "[[Trial of Megatron, Part 1|Trial of Megatron]]", Bumblebee would have temporarily joined the Elite Guard before eventually resigning and rejoining Optimus' crew.

*With the airing of the two-part episode "Human Error", an interesting and probably unintentional question has been brought up. Bumblebee's human form seems to be much younger than the others, even Prowl and Bulkhead, putting him somewhere in his early to mid-teens. Everything else about the Automen reflect their bot counterparts spot on, down to a scar on Ratchet's face to represent his broken chevron. So, seeing as human Bumblebee appears so young, does that make him a child soldier? Or is he just really, ''really'' short?

*Bumblebee's original [[65356-9292-346]] [[body-type]] is apparently quite common on Cybertron — he shares it with many, many others.

*In the Transformers Animated profile shorts, Bumblebee is introduced to the audience by Sari in "[[Meet Bumblebee]]" and he likewise introduces Ratchet in "[[Meet Ratchet]]".

*A revised paint job with an additional black stripe was proposed for the cancelled fourth season.
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===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Bumblebee''' (バンブルビー ''Banburubī'')
*''Arabic:'' '''Bumbly''' (cartoon, بامبلي ''Bāmblī''), '''Bumble Bee''' (commercial, بامبل بي ''Bāmbil Bī'')
*''Mandarin:'' '''Dà-huáng-fēng''' (大黃蜂, "Bumblebee")

==See also==
{{OtherVersions
|charname=Bumblebee
|disambig=Bumblebee (disambiguation)
|body=
*[[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], the plucky yellow [[kid-appeal character]] from [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]].
*[[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]], the voiceless yellow one-man franchise from the [[live-action film series]].
*[[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], the yellow kid-appeal character turned leader from the [[Aligned continuity family]].
*[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)|Bumblebee]], the amnesiac yellow kid-appeal character from ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (franchise)|Transformers: Cyberverse]].''}}

==References==
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==External links==
*[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/Bumblebee/bumblebee.htm Bumblebee at TFU.info]
*[http://www.hasbro.com/common/images/news/transformers//Transformers_Draw_Bumblebee.pdf Hasbro.com - How to Draw: Animated Bumblebee]

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Ultra Magnus (G1)/merchandise

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As a frequent redeco/retool of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise|Optimus Prime]], '''Ultra Magnus''' has a lot of merchandise! Can he deal with it all?

==Power Tronic==
[[File:Ultra Magnus 001.JPG|thumb|He's got the touch. In his brain.]]
*'''Pulsating Light AM Radio''' (Nasta, 1986)
:Pulsating Light AM Radio is a 7.5" tall AM radio in the shape of Ultra Magnus's head, produced by [[Nasta]]. It takes 4 AA batteries (two in each antenna) to make him sing, but when he does, his eyes and forehead light up.
:The head of Ultra Magnus could be yours for just $12.99.
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*'''Electronic Voice Synthesizer''' (Nasta, 1986)
[[File:Magnus voice changer.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
:Sculpted in the likeness of Ultra Magnus but unnamed on its blister card packaging, this "Electronic Voice Synthesizer" produced by Nasta ran on a 9-volt battery and allowed children to "talk like a robot" by mouthing words into the plastic straw attached to its back and holding down the button on its side. Remember, "robots talk slowly and enunciate each word"! Since it was able to create synthesized speech from mouth movements without sound, the toy was used as an inexpensive replacement for electrolarynx devices.<ref>[http://articles.latimes.com/1987-03-16/business/fi-6286_1_toy 'Toy' Gives a Voice to the Voiceless]</ref><ref>[http://gtalumni.org/Publications/techtopics/spr92/robot.html Ramblin' Robot has a Sense for Trouble]</ref><ref>[http://gtalumni.org/Publications/magazine/fall90/bloomfie.html Bloomfield's Robot]</ref><ref>Synthesized Voice by David J. Bak, Design news, Volume 42, Issue 14, page 220</ref>
::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/ny5/reminator3/HTML/magnustoyrev/magnusevs.htm More information on the Electronic Voice Synthesizer at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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==Watchbot==
[[File:Magnus watch screencaps.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Watch, 1986, 1993)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''W-2'''
{{toydesigner|[[Takashi Matsuda]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:Ultra Magnus was one of three characters released as digital watches in Japan by Takara in 1986 to promote the [[Scramble City (toyline)|''Scramble City'' toyline]] (the others being [[Superion (G1)#Watchbot|Superion]] & [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Watchtron|Galvatron]]). Cross-promoted in [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (manga)|''TV Magazine''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s manga]] as a [[wrist-communicator]], "Watchbot" (ウォッチボット) Ultra Magnus is a small representation of the character with a clock in his chest. With the push of a lever he "transformed" into a full tiny figure complete with legs, standing up on the watch band. The figure cannot be removed from the watch, but the arms do rotate.

:Takara originally planned a North American release of the Ultra Magnus watch toy in 1986 and photographs of it were shown in their 1986 US product catalog. For unknown reasons, its intended 1986 release in the US was cancelled.

:Ultra Magnus and the other watches were later re-released in 1993 as part of an expanded line of Transformers watches that was sold directly in North America by Takara as ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)|Generation 2]]'' merchandise.

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==Vinyl figurine==
[[File:Vinyl magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|We can assure you it is not a [[knockoff]].]]
*'''Scramble Gun Set''' (1986)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''Part.2'''
:Like the Galvatron figure packaged with ''Transform Jr'' Ultra Magnus listed [[#Transform Jr|above]], Ultra Magnus was one of several characters released by Takara as large vinyl figurines in a variety of sets, in packaging similar to the ''Transform Jr'' line (though lacking the "Jr" part of the logo). Magnus came packaged with a roleplay pistol (the titular "Scramble Gun"), an Autobot badge, and four peach-colored [[Decoy]] figures. He took the place of a figure of Optimus Prime, who had been included in the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Vinyl figurine|"Part.1"]] version of the set. {{-}}[[File:Ultra Magnus Vinyl Dart Set.jpg|thumb|200pts for hitting Magnus]]

*'''Dart Game''' (1986)
:The Ultra Magnus vinyl figure was also included in a TF packaged Dart Gun set. This set included the Ultra Magnus figure, dart scoreboard, dart gun, two darts and a green plastic watch.
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==Transformers Gum==
[[File:Tfgum magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]

*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1986)
**''Accessories:'' Rifle, large robot head, large robot fists (left and right), pelvis/connector

:A model kit of Ultra Magnus was among the many released by [[Kabaya]] as part of their ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s. Released as part of the line's third wave, Magnus is molded in red, white and blue plastic, lacking in paint applications but featuring stickers for detail. As a downsized model, he lost some of the features of his larger toy: His cab no longer transforms into a small robot, simply converting into the transitional form necessary to combine with the trailer, though it does still feature a flip-out small robot head for Magnus's large head to attach to. As the name suggests, he also came with a stick of gum.
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[[File:TFGum2010 ultramagnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2010)
**''Accessories:'' Rifle, two rocket launchers

:A new, smaller version of Ultra Magnus was released as part of the revived ''Transformers Gum'' line in 2010, debuting as part of the second wave of figures. A wholly new sculpt (based on the Titanium figure), the new kit is made mostly of dark blue plastic, with a little bit of white and black, and a positively ''ungodly'' amount of stickers to add color and detail; for instance, Magnus's (non-transforming) cab is completely covered all around in white stickers to cover the fact it's made of blue plastic!
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==Transformers Ramune==
[[File:Decoy magnus.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1986)

:While no figure of Ultra Magnus was released by [[Hasbro]] as part of their 1987 [[Decoy]] promotion, the Autobot commander did have a soft rubber figure crafted in his image that was available exclusively in Japan, as part of a second wave of the figures released there in the ''[[Transformers Ramune]]'' line by [[Kabaya]], along with other ''Transformers 2010'' characters. Like the other figures in this series, Magnus was sold in a [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] box and was available in multiple colors, including red, blue and yellow.
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==3-D Jigsaw Stand Up Puzzle==
[[File:UltraMagnus 3Dpuzzle.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1987)

: Released by [[Warren (company)|Warren]], this piece of Ultra Magnus merchandise was a jigsaw puzzle in disguise! The 100-piece puzzle, titled "Ultra Magnus frees Bumblebee from the Decepticon Ice Cave!", forms a 20" by 26 1/2" scene that depicted Ultra Magnus trying to rescue a frozen [[Hubcap (G1)|Hubcap]] (though identified as [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]]) from [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]], [[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]], [[Bombshell (G1)|Bombshell]], [[Kickback (G1)|Kickback]], and [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]]. The puzzle can then be broken down, and 17 of the puzzle pieces could be assembled into a three-dimensional model of Ultra Magnus standing 10" tall in [[robot mode]]. It can also be reassembled into his car carrier [[alternate mode|truck mode]], albeit with a red Optimus Prime]]-style cab instead of his own traditional white.
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==Collegeville Costumes==
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[[File:Ultramagnus halloween costume.jpg|thumb|I am a robot. I am here to take American jobs!]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1986)
:Ultra Magnus was one of a small number of characters that [[Collegeville Costumes]] turned into a [[Halloween]] costume. This two-piece outfit consisted of a sculpted, thin plastic mask held over the wearer's face with elastic, and a smock with a picture of Ultra Magnus and his name on it.

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*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1986)
: Collegeville also immortalized Magnus in their line of ''Transformers'' [[Face-Lift]] masks. Made from flat styrofoam, the mask featured a hinge that allowed the wearer to lift it up and down, transforming from kid to robot in the blink of an eye!
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==Forms Robo==
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1987)

:Magnus was also part of the small, Japanese-exclusive ''[[Forms Robo]]'' collection of larger "Decoy"-style figures, with this version of the character standing at around twice the height of a regular Decoy. Like the other figures in this wave, Magnus was packaged in an individual baggie and was available in red, blue, green and yellow.
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==Peters==
[[File:Ultra-Magnus-Peters-bar.jpg|thumb|200px|Now you can tell your friends you bought a forty-cent Ultra Magnus.]]

*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1987)
:Produced by [[Australia]]n ice cream brand [[Nestlé|Peters]], this delicious Ultra Magnus ice cream bar was a chocolate ice treat that "transformed" into either a chewy bubble-gum stick or a caramel toffee stick!
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==Parody Deformed==
[[File:Pdtype magnus.jpg|thumb|[[Gold Plastic Syndrome]] bound to happen anytime now.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (1990)
:A small, non-transforming, super-deformed model kit of Ultra Magnus was available as part of Kabaya's "[[Parody Deformed]]" line of candy toys. The second figure of the fourth wave (the sixteenth figure overall), he was available in multiple colours, including red, blue, and gold, and came with a "[[PDTF Comic]]" comic about himself, "Improve Yourself! Ultra Magnus!", as well as a stick of gum.
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==Super Collection Figure==
[[File:SCF UltraMagnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|"Just think about what you want to do before you do it!" "Shut up Magnus, I'll spend another five dollars to find a blindpacked toy of you if I want to."]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Super Collection Figure, December 2000)
**''Act'': '''1'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

: A three-inch-tall [[plastic|PVC]] figurine of Ultra Magnus was available in the first wave of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. Like all the figures in the wave, it was available as both a standard full-color figure and a clear-plastic version, one of each of which was available in a standard case of twelve [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] figures. The "clearness" of the clear-plastic version can vary, from clean clear nigh-colorless to a somewhat yellowed tint that appears to have nothing to do with [[photodegradation]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/HoCUltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Super Collection Figure/Heroes of Cybertron Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:SCF Ultra Magnus Early Colors.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|This was, at the time, possibly the most "obscure" self-reference in a mainstream-ish ''Transformers'' product. How far we've come.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus (Early Colors)''' (September 2001)
**''Act'': '''4'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

: This redeco of the original ''Super Collection Figure'' Magnus figurine was available in the fourth wave of the ''SCF'' line, rendered in a color scheme based on the original [[Diaclone]] "Powered Convoy" figure, as seen in the famous [[The Transformers: The Movie promo|early trailer]] for ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. The figure was available in both full color and metallic silver "pewter" versions, again one each per case of twelve.

: In eight out of ten cases of the Act, the pewter version of Magnus came packed with the head and guns of the collectible [[Metroplex (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Metroplex]] "build-a-figure". These parts were also available in either full-color or clear-plastic, at an equal ratio of 4:4.

: The pewter version of the figure has a potential problem with connector peg breakage at the shoulders, due to said pegs often getting a layer of pewter paint before being forced into a socket, leading to sticking and tearing. Care should be used when moving or removing the arms; shaving down the socket interior with a thin hobby knife is usually sufficient to fix the issue.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Cybertron/Act4UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Early Colors Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
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==''Heroes of Cybertron''==
[[File:HOC Ultra Magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|2003 on left, 2006 on right. Yes, there are differences between the 2006 ''Heroes'' and the original ''SCF'' releases.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Heroes of Cybertron, 2003/2006)

: Ultra Magnus's original ''Super Collection Figure'' PVC was later released by Hasbro as part of the third wave of their ''[[Heroes of Cybertron]]'' line. Like all the figures in the series, Magnus was given a [[light-piping]] gimmick by being cast entirely in translucent blue plastic then painted everywhere (using a considerably darker shade for the red parts) except on his eyes and the back of his head. Unlike the Japanese version, he was sold on a clearly-marked blister card.

: Magnus was re-released in 2006 as part of a short-lived ''Heroes of Cybertron'' revival, celebrating the 2006 DVD release of the original ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. This version of Magnus was cast in solid blue plastic rather than translucent plastic. This makes him ''almost'' identical to the ''SCF'' version above, with the only (barely) noticeable differences being that ''Heroes'' Magnus's eyes are painted darker-than-the-plastic blue and his chestplate is unpainted blue plastic, unlike the ''SCF'' version's unpainted-blue-plastic eyes and painted-blue chestplate. This version also paints the blue parts on his back the same darker-than-the-plastic blue as the eyes, for whatever reason.
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==''MyClone''==
[[File:Myclone magnus.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''MTF004'''
**''Accessories:'' Red display stand
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Abiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:Released in the first wave of the ''[[MyClone]]'' line of Transformers PVC figures, this [[super deformed]] figure of Ultra Magnus comes with a hexagonal red display stand, which can link up with the identical stands included with other MyClone figures. His modular design allows his parts to be mixed and matched with those of any other MyClone figure. You can also reenact certain scenes from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' taking place on the [[Junkion (planet)|Planet of Junk]].

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/ny5/reminator3/HTML/magnustoyrev/magnusmycl.htm More information on MyClone Ultra Magnus at an Ultra Magnus fan site];''
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==Generation 1 Figure-Collection==
[[File:Bottlecap magnus.JPG|thumb]]

*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''C-7'''
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:At only one inch in height, this Ultra Magnus "bottlecap" figurine (so named because its display base is the size of a bottlecap) was one of fourteen blindpacked figures available in Kabaya's Transformers [[Generation 1 Figure-Collection]]. The figure was rendered in a "retro" black and white color scheme and came with a leaflet, personalized with cartoon screen captures.
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==Hard Hero Bust==
[[File:Ultramagnushardhero.jpg|thumb|Yup, this is what he looks like from the crotch up!]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Hard Hero bust, 2004)

: The cold-cast porcelain bust of Ultra Magnus was the 13th in [[Hard Hero]]'s series of Transformers busts. It was designed from line art by [[Dan Khanna]].
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==Palisades==
[[File:Palisades magnus statue.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (statue, 2004)

:[[Palisades Toys]]' Ultra Magnus statue is a redeco of their Optimus Prime statue from the previous year, and was one of the first pieces of modern merchandise (if not ''the'' first) to do the whole up-til-then-mostly-ignored "white repaint of Prime" shtick, capitalizing on [[Dreamwave Productions]]' recent highlighting of Magnus's white inner robot in their [[Revelation (War and Peace)|comics]]. Sculpted from polystone and limited to 500 pieces, the statue is based on the artwork of [[Pat Lee]]. It was initially sold by Palisades exclusively at [[OTFCC 2003]], with any remaining units that did not sell at the convention later made available on the company's website.

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/ny5/reminator3/HTML/magnustoyrev/magnusstatue.htm More information on Palisades' Ultra Magnus toy at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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==First 4 Figures==
[[File:Sd ultramagnus statue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|He dropped the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]]! That's like dropping a spirit stick! Hurry, pick it up! [[The many deaths of Optimus Prime|Too late]].]]
*'''SD Ultra Magnus''' (statue, 2006)
:In September 2005, model company [[First 4 Figures]] partnered with fan site [http://www.tfw2005.com TFW2005.com] to run a contest to create an original ''Transformers'' statue in the [[super deformed]] style. Artist submissions would be narrowed down to a top ten by the TFW2005 staff, before being narrowed down to a top five by forum voting, and finally a simple poll on the F4F homepage, with the winning design being turned into a real figure.

:The winning design, depicting an unhappy Ultra Magnus after an amusingly unfortunate attempt at opening the Matrix of Leadership, was created by fan Xu Wei (aka Ironbird), and was limited to 500 pieces in the U.S., and 500 pieces in Europe. An even more limited version of 100 pieces, decoed in the colours of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' toy [[Delta Magnus|Powered Convoy]], was available exclusively at the F4F online store.

:The original submitted art for Ultra Magnus was also put on a First 4 Figures exclusive poster, along with the rest of the top ten entrants. The posters measured 20 by 16 inches, and 500 prints were available for purchase.

::*''[http://www.angelfire.com/planet/reminator6/HTML/autob/magnussdf.htm More information on SD Ultra Magnus at an Ultra Magnus fan site]''
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==''Titanium Series''==
[[File:Titanium cancelled figure checklist.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (unreleased)
:*''Accessories:'' Autobot stand?
:The final ''[[Titanium Series]]'' catalogue listed a number of "Micro Figures" intended for release, though many of them never saw the light of day. Among those listed was a 3" Robot Masters Ultra Magnus. This being the height of the white-Optimus-repaint fever, there were [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Titanium Series|a couple of mold choices to pick from]] for a base, though there's always the chance Ultra Magnus was supposed to get his own dedicated sculpt. Join us next time for more [[Robert Stack|unsolved mysteries]].
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==''Robot Heroes''==
[[File:RobotHeroes UltraMagnusMegatron.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|"Watch where you're pointing that thing!"]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Megatron''' (Two-pack, 2007)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

: ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Ultra Magnus is a small, non-transforming, super deformed figurine featuring articulation in its head and shoulders. He was sold in a two-pack with [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#Robot Heroes|Megatron]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHUltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Robot Heroes Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''

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*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Single-pack, 2008)

: In some countries outside of North America, Ultra Magnus was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.
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==''Revoltech''==
[[File:Revoltech UltraMagnus.JPG|upright=1.67|thumb|Don't I look awesome in naked?]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2007)
**''Series number:'' '''019fs'''
**''Accessories:'' Photon rifle, two clenched fists, gun-wielding right hand, pointing right hand, open left hand, right handshaking hand

: ''[[Revoltech]]'' Ultra Magnus is, unsurprisingly, a redeco of a simultaneously released Optimus Prime/Convoy figure. A non-transforming but ''highly'' articulated action figure, ''Revoltech'' Magnus uses the Revoltech "revolver joints" for maximum poseability. His sculpting is explicitly in the style of [[Pat Lee|Pat "serfdom" Lee]]'s interpretation of Prime.

: Magnus comes with a photon rifle accessory, as well as a few alternate hands, but understandably lacks the Matrix of Leadership accessory that came with Prime. In its place is a unique extra "hand", a single molded piece of Ultra Magnus and Optimus Prime's hands clasped together diagonally, so that when attached to both Prime and Magnus's respective wrists, it allows one to create a scene of the two Autobot leaders shakin' like homies. Additionally, although Magnus comes pre-assembled with the standard black revolver joints that Prime has, his packaging includes a sheet of replacement white joints one can use to customize Magnus with less obtrusive matching white joints (although not enough joints of the right style are included to swap out all black joints to optimal effect).

: ''Revoltech'' Ultra Magnus is released as a ''Friend Shop'' exclusive.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Revoltech Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
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==Sota Toys==
*'''Transformers Chess Set''' (<s>2007</s>)
:Two identical Ultra Magnus pieces were to be the Autobot-side Bishops on a [[Chess#Sota Toys|chess set]] based on Generation 1, but the set apparently never saw release.
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==Transformers - Mini Bust==
[[File:DST09 Ultra Magnus bust.jpg|thumb|Commander of the Metro''flex''.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Diamond Select, 2009)
:Released by Diamond Select Toys in 2009, Ultra Magnus was sculpted by [[Mark Wong]] of [[Art Asylum]] and limited to 1000 pieces. He is posed holding his laser rifle above a base of the planet [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. His shoulder missile launchers are also positioned forward instead of nowhere in particular as they are in the promotional picture.
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[[File:Diamond_Direct_advert_for_Battle-Damaged_Ultra_Magnus.jpeg|thumb|Commanding the Metro''flex'' is dirty work]]
In 2008, xl-shop, a Malaysian-based online hobby store, solicited a battle-damaged version of the Diamond Select mini-bust Ultra Magnus. Like similar solicitations for Ricochet and a toy-colored Galvatron, this solicitation was advertised with an artistic rendering of the redeco only, before being quietly cancelled.
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==USB-Powered Speaker Head==
[[File:G1-ultramagnus-merc-speaker.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Ultra Magnus computer speaker''' (2009)
**''ID number:'' '''TF02'''

: A redeco of the earlier [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#USB-Powered Speaker Head|Optimus Prime]] speaker head, Ultra Magnus contains a set of USB-powered speakers, mounted in two panels which rotate out from the side of his helmet. The control panel, USB port, and earphone port are located on the back of the head. Under the neck, there is a display to support the head.
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==''The Loyal Subjects''==
[[File:TLS-UltraMagnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Ultra Magnus Prime''' (2013)
**''Accessories:'' Blaster cannon

: ''[[The Loyal Subjects]]'' Ultra Magnus Prime is a non-transforming 3-inch vinyl figure designed by Les Schetkoe.

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==''Thrilling 30''==
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Collectible Figurine, 2014)
**''Series / Number:'' '''2 / #18'''
**''Accessories:'' Collector's base
:A super-deformed Ultra Magnus was released among the blindpacked [[Thrilling 30#Collectible Figurines|''Thrilling 30'' Collectible Figurines]] by [[Goldie Marketing]]. He comes with a base to help him stand, a collector's card that doubles as a puzzle piece, and a checklist.

*'''Collectible Figurines''' (5-pack, 2014)
**''Series:'' '''2'''
**''Accessories:'' 5 collector's bases
:The same Ultra Magnus figurine was also available in a 5-pack alongside [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Thrilling 30|Bumblebee]], [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Thrilling 30|Shockwave]], [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Thrilling 30|Grimlock]] and [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#Thrilling 30|Rodimus]].

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==''Tiny Titans''==
[[File:TinyTitans UltraMagnus.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Tiny Titans, 2015)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''1/12'''

: Part of the second assortment of ''[[Tiny Titans]]'' [[blindpacking|blindpacks]], this version of Ultra Magnus is a very small, soft-plastic figure of him in robot mode.

: He includes a collectible card that renders him in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'']] styling. The card includes a scan-badge for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]], which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.

: This wave saw fairly minimal release at "big box" retailers, but unlike other waves, was ''not'' picked up by drug stores and the like later, making them particularly hard to find.

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==''Mecha Nations''==
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*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2015)
**''ID Number:'' '''MN06'''
**''Accessories:'' Ion Blaster, Energon Axe, Removable Armor, alternate hands.

:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this [[super deformed]] G1 Ultra Magnus is, naturally, a redeco of their [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Mecha Nations|previous Optimus Prime figure]] in primarily white, representing his "inner" robot mode.

:He stands 6" tall and is articulated, featuring a metallic color scheme, removable armor and replacement hands. He also features LED light up eyes, lights, weapons and [[Matrix of Leadership]]. Ultra Magnus was an ACG Hong Kong 2015 convention exclusive.

:This figure was also redecoed into Mecha Nations [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Mecha Nations|Black Convoy]].

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==''Ultimetal''==
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2017)
**''ID number:'' '''UM-02'''
**''Accessories:'' Laser rifle, Super Blaster Gun, energon-axe, small Matrix, armor pieces, 2 smokestacks, large Matrix, display stand, 8 display stand parts, remote control

: In his base form, [[Art Storm]]'s ''Ultimetal'' Ultra Magnus is a white redeco of the line's [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Ultimetal|Optimus Prime]], a non-transforming figure standing at 1 foot 4 inches/43 cm and made from extensive [[die-cast]] metal, but armor parts are also included to replicate his armored form. Packaged in four different boxes, he features plenty of articulation and extensive detail, including an opening chest and numerous magnetically attached armor panels that, when removed, reveal his internal anatomy. He also has electronic light-up eyes and roof lights as well as spoken phrases, all activated via remote control.

: Ultra Magnus comes with a redeco of Prime's rifle which can also be opened to reveal technical detail, a large rifle base on his original toy's, an energon-axe, and two Matrices of Leadership of different sizes. The smaller one fits into his chest, where it can be lit up by an LED, while the larger one lights up on its own and can be held in his hands or placed on display. Magnus's display stand has smaller stands for the Matrix and rifle and also has light-up parts.

::*''[http://artstorm.co.jp/ultimetal_ultramagnus.html More information on ''Ultimetal'' Ultra Magnus at Art Storm's official site]''

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==Prime 1 Studio==
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Premium Masterline Ultra Magnus.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2017)
**''ID Number'': '''PMTF-04'''
**''Accessories'': Base, Fusion axe

:[[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Premium Masterline'' Ultra Magnus is a white redeco of the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Prime 1 Studio|Optimus Prime]] statue from the same series. He comes with a Fusion axe that can replace his Ion Blaster-holding hand and features LED lights on his eyes.

:This release was limited to 350 pieces. This statue was also redecoed as [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Prime 1 Studio|Nemesis Prime]].
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==Transformers Trading Card Game==
[[File:W3MajorUltraMagnus.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Major Ultra Magnus, Infantry-City Commander''' (2019)
**'''Wave 3: War for Cybertron: Siege I'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T11/T48'''
**''Stars: ''12
:Major Ultra Magnus, Infantry=City Commander is one of forty-eight double-sided character cards available in Wave 3 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]], War for Cybertron: Siege I.

:The card's artwork is based on the ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' Ultra Magnus toy, with the Bot Mode artwork being reused from the toy's packaging art, and original artwork for Alt Mode, with line-art by [[Dan Khanna]] and colors by [[Oliver Morit]].
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==Flame Toys==
===Furai Model===
[[File:FlameToysUltraMagnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
*'''Ultra Magnus (IDW ver.)''' (August 2020)
**''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, 4 hands
:Ultra Magnus (IDW) is a is an articulated, non-transforming, Voyager Class-sized {{w|Gunpla}}-style model based off of the Optimus Prime design created by [[Don Figueroa]] for [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[The Transformers (IDW)|2009-2011 ''The Transformers'' comic series]]. It is a redeco of the company's [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Furai03|IDW Optimus Prime]] kit.

:For straight-assembly builders, Ultra Magnus features a sheet of foil stickers for detail (notably the shoulder insignias), though the kit can be panel-lined and touched-up with several panel-lining and paint markers (GSI Creos' Gundam Marker is recommended). If one desires; the kit's pieces, aside from the translucent parts, can be fully coated with spray paints to recreate the finished sample seen in the stock photos.

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===Kuro Kara Kuri===
[[File:FlameToys-KuroKaraKuri-UltraMagnus.jpg|300px|thumb|Handle this]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (July [[2025]])
**''Accessories:'' pedestal, Super Blaster Gun, 2 Shoulder missiles, 2 shoulder cannons 2 pulse cannons, 4 Missile pods, backpack, 2 arm armors, Magnus Hammer (exclusive)
**''Sculptor'': Sandy Co., Ltd.
**''Coloring'': Masashi Watanabe

:Released by [[Flame Toys]] as part of their ''Kuro Kara Kuri'' line, Ultra Magnus is a very weighty for his size, high-end non-transforming posable figure. He is loosely based on his appearance in ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]'' comic [[#2005 IDW continuity|design]] featuring [[die-cast]] parts and eight LED sections, requiring 21 batteries (included), across his chest, eyes, knees, shoulder cannons and laser beam cannons.

:His white shoulder pieces are removable and transform into cannons. Meanwhile the pulse cannons attach to either side of the optional backpack, hanging like large swords or bending to fit underneath his forearms. His upper chest guns open up to reveal a clear yellow screen which sits over his face.

:Unlike most Kuro Kara Kuri figures, instead of multiple sets of hands he comes with a single set of articulated hands. In addition, this is the first figure in the line to feature any ratchets - a single set in the hips.

:If purchased via D4toys.com, SEN-TI-DEN Hong Kong, or events attended by Flame Toys, he also comes with his [[Magnus Hammer|large hammer]], which can fold up inside his backpack. The hammer head can be expanded by using the various missile pods, similar to the [[Ultra_Magnus_(G1)/toys#Combiner_Wars|Combiner Wars version]].

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==''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''==
[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|220px|He's not Nemesis Prime, but if you invert his colors...]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2021)
**''Accessories'': Ion Blaster, Energon Axe, 4 alternate hands
:Released as part of the fifth wave of the ''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' line, Ultra Magnus is NOT a show-accurate version of the character; rather, he's a white redeco of the Optimus Prime figure from the line, going for toy-accuracy instead (for the core-robot).

:Ultra Magnus comes with six hands altogether: a pair of closed fists, a pair of gently beckoning hands, a right hand for his included [[Ion blaster|Ion Blaster]] accessory, and a right hand with the index finger extended. He also features an [[Energon-axe|Energon Axe]], compatible with either wrist in place of his hand. He does not come with the Matrix of Leadership, but still features the storage in his chest.

:As with all ''R.E.D.'' toys, Ultra Magnus was a Walmart exclusive in Canada and the United States, and was later made available on [[Hasbro Pulse]] in limited quantities.
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==Icon Heroes==
*'''Hot Rod x Ultra Magnus Retro Pin Set''' (2021)
: A hard enamel pin based on Ultra Magnus' original G1 package art made by Icon Heroes. It comes carded with a [[Hot Rod (G1)/merchandise#Icon Heroes|Hot Rod]] pin.

: This set was originally a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] exclusive in celebration of the 35th anniversary of ''The Transformers: The Movie'', but was also made available later through Icon Heroes' online store.
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==Eaglemoss==
* '''Transformers Gen-1 Chess Set''' (<s>2021</s>)
:In the planned [[Chess#Eaglemoss|Transformers Chess Set]] by [[Eaglemoss]], a relatively large and very well detailed statue of Ultra Magnus was slated to be one of the Bishop pieces on the Autobot side.

:A Kickstarter campaign to raise the necessary funds for this project was launched, but failed to meet its goal by September 24, 2021 and the whole thing was canceled.
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==Jada Toys==
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*'''Transformers Series 1 18-pack''' (4 cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], ''Nano Metalfigs'' Ultra Magnus is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.

:He comes in an impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]].

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*'''Transformers Series 3 18-pack''' (4 cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2023)
:''Nano Metalfigs'' Ultra Magnus was re-released with no noticeable changes in ''another'' impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]].

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==e-HOBBY==

===''Transformers Character Card''===
[[File:Transformers Character Card Ultra Magnus and Sideswipe.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Lambor & Ultra Magnus Set''' ([[August 29]], [[2022]])
**''ID number:'' '''27 & 28'''

:Released as part of the fourth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of Ultra Magnus and "[[Sideswipe (G1)|Lambor]]" along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#28|Translation of Ultra Magnus's Transformers Character Card]]''
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Galvatron Ⅱ and Laser Ultra Magnus.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Laser Ultra Magnus and Galvatron II Set''' ([[December 28]], [[2024]])
**''ID number:'' '''95 & 96'''

:Released as part of the thirteenth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of Ultra Magnus in his [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#G-2|"Laser" form]] and [[Galvatron II]] along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#95|Translation of Laser Ultra Magnus's Transformers Character Card]]''

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===Acrylic keychain series===
[[File:E-Hobby Hot Rod and Ultra Magnus keychains.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Hot Rodimus & Ultra Magnus''' ([[October]], [[2022]])

:Released as part of the first wave of an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive series, this pair of keychains depicts character art and assets re-used from [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and Ultra Magnus's [[The Transformers: Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'']] releases, namely [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]] and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#MP22|MP-22 Ultra Magnus]] respectively.

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==Azure Sea Studio==
[[File:AzureSeaSixshot.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Sixshot''' (<s>2022</s>)

This statue of [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] stands 33 inches tall, atop a base that depicts Ultra Magnus' dead body. Modular design allowed for displaying Sixshot holding either his traditional blasters or two swords, and with either of two included head sculpts featuring different mouthplate designs. Also included are small immobile replicas of Sixshot's five "official" alternate modes (no wing-wolf), each on its own small base stand, that can be mounted as though surrounding the robot. The plan was to produce 388 pieces at suggested retail of $2,100, but instead it was canceled.
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==''ReAction''==
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': Rifle

: Released in the sixth wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[Super7#ReAction|ReAction]]'' Ultra Magnus is a non-converting figure based on his appearance in the original cartoon, with 5 points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips) and holes in his feet for use with some variety of stand.

: As with all releases in the ''ReAction'' toyline, Ultra Magnus comes packaged on a small cardback that emulates the nostalgic packaging style of [[Kenner]]'s ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.
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*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2024)
**''Accessories'': blaster

: Released in wave 8, this figure is an all-white redeco of ''ReAction'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#ReAction|Optimus Prime]], representing Ultra Magnus' cab robot self. The Super7 website listing repeatedly names this figure "Ultra Magnus Optimus Prime," though (thankfully) the card does not.
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==''Magic: The Gathering''==
[[File:MTG-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Ultra Magnus, Tactician / Ultra Magnus, Armored Carrier''' (2022)
**''ID number:'' '''015/015'''
**''Set code:'' '''BOT'''
**''Color identity:'' '''Red/Green/White'''
**''Casting cost:'' '''{4}{R}{G}{W}''' (front), '''{3}{R}{G}{W}''' (back)
**''Artist:'' [[Ken Christiansen]]
:"Ultra Magnus, Tactician" is part of the 2022 ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'' ''[[mtg:Universes Beyond|Universes Beyond]]'' ''[[mtg:Transformers|Transformers]]'' card set, found in Set Booster and Collector Booster packs of ''Magic''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> ''[[mtg:The Brothers' War|The Brothers' War]]'' set. It can be reversed to become "Ultra Magnus, Armored Carrier", representing Ultra Magnus in vehicle mode.
:A variant of this card was available solely in Collector Booster packs, depicting [[Ultra Magnus (SG)#Magic: The Gathering|''Shattered Glass'' Ultra Magnus]].

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==''Minimates''==
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': gun, shoulder launchers (2)
:Produced by [[Diamond Select]], ''[[Minimates]]'' Ultra Magnus is a 2-inch-tall figurine featuring metallic paint, 12-14 points of articulation, and accessories and body parts interchangeable with other Minimates. Ultra Magnus was released as part of a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2023 [[exclusive]] 4-pack meant to commemorate ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', with packaging resembling a VHS cassette. Only 1,500 were produced.
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==Threezero==
[[File:Threezero-MDLX-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|upright]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (MDLX, 2023)
**''Known designers:'' Kelvin Sau
**''Accessories:'' one ion blaster, one energon axe, Matrix of Leadership, five pairs of hands (relaxed, closed, rifle- axe- and Matrix-holding)
:Another redeco of [[Threezero]]'s [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#MDLX|MDLX Optimus Prime]], Ultra Magnus is an original design taking inspiration from the original cartoon but with the aesthetics in the vein of the live-action movies. Ultra Magnus is a smaller scaled, non-transforming action figure in the vein of contemporary collector-oriented lines like Figma and S.H. Figuarts. Like those lines, the figure is extremely well-articulated and detailed, features interchangeable hands and accessories, namely his ion blaster, energon axe and Matrix of Leadership. He comes with a suite of hands in pairs: closed fists, splayed-out relaxed hands, and three different pairs meant to specifically hold each one of the aforementioned accessories. His window chest is magnetically attached and as such can be removed to store the Matrix when not in use. Magnus also comes with his backpack piece disassembled in package.

:He was also redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#MDLX|Nemesis Prime]]. Magnus is also compatible with [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#MDLX|Starscream]]'s wing assembly and head sculpt, which can be plugged into his back and swapped with, respectively.

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/transformers-mdlx-ultra-magnus/ More information on MDLX Ultra Magnus at Threezero]
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==''Pop!''==
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (2024)
**''Rarity:'' '''Legendary'''
**''ID number:'' '''263'''

:Released as part of the second wave of the ''Pop! Digital'' segment, [[Funko Pop!|Funko]]'s ''Pop!'' Ultra Magnus is a super deformed vinyl figure based on his original Generation 1 toy.

:This figure is limited to 2000 units and can only be acquired by collecting and redeeming digital tokens.
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==Blokees==
===Galaxy Version===
[[File:Blokees-TF-Galaxy-Ver-03-Ultra-Magnus-(DW).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus (DW)''' (2024)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Galaxy Version 03 - The Autobot Run'''
:*''Accessories:'' Spare balljoint piece, figure stand, 2 open hands, ion blaster, hilted Energon Axe, holdable Autobot/Decepticon insignias

:Released in the third wave of the ''Galaxy Version'' line of blind boxes, ''[[Blokees]]'' Ultra Magnus is a roughly 4-inches tall, highly-articulated, and non-transforming snap-on model kit of the Autobot Commander, redecoed from parts of the first wave's Optimus Prime to represent his unarmored appearance in the ''Dreamwave'' comics. He is built on a "Standard Body" skeleton shared with other Blokees figures in the line, but with different body pieces to make them distinct. As advertised in the box, Magnus has a pull rate of 1 in every 9 boxes, or three times across four cases. Despite what the instructions depict regarding the retooled secure joint, which is used for the ''Shining Version'' releases of the mold, Magnus still utilizes the circular hinge connection for his head and faceplate construction.

:As a redeco of the ''Galaxy Version'' Optimus Prime kit, Ultra Magnus retains the peg holes for the jetpack from the ''Shining Version'' Sideswipe kit.

:Magnus comes with a pair of closed and open hands, his Ion Blaster, and a hilted Energon axe. The barrel of the Ion Blaster is compatible with the blast effects included with other ''Galaxy Version'' kits. He also has a stand with four studs on top, which he can plug into and connect to similar stands. Magnus can accommodate the jetpack included in Sideswipe, released on the "Shining Version" lineup, if one chooses.
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[[File:Blokees-TF-Galaxy-Ver-04-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Ultra Magnus''' (2024)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Galaxy Version 04 - Fractured Space-Time'''
:*''Accessories:'' Spare balljoint piece, figure stand, 2 open hands, blaster, holdable Autobot/Decepticon insignias

:The fourth wave of the ''Galaxy Version'' line features Ultra Magnus in his ''Generation 1''-based design.

:This mold was used to make the ''Shining Version'' [[Ultra Magnus (SG)|Shattered Glass Ultra Magnus]].
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===Defender Version===
{{Note|Every case comes with a random Commemorative Card, with 10 Common, 1 Gold, and 1 Silver for each out of every 12 cards.}}
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[[File:Blokees-TF-GV-Defender-02-Dreamwave-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|300px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''DW-Ultra Magnus''' (Defender Version, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 02 - The Overthrow'''
:*''Accessories'': Ion Blaster

:This Defender Version kit of Ultra Magnus is an articulated 2.2-inch (5.5cm) figure kit (a few inches smaller than the Galaxy Version kits) redecoed from the previous line's Optimus Prime. In addition to the same Ion Blaster, Magnus features an additional front waist tampograph used for the base mold's chase figures, but the smokestacks were left unpainted.

:Like most of the larger Galaxy Version kits, Magnus features a simple neck joint that is colored to match his optics, allowing it to be see-through from his head's eye holes.
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==''Hot Wheels''==
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[[File:Hot Wheels Track Fleet Ultra Magnus.jpg|thumb|And you thought the non transforming action figures were bad.|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1| '''Ultra Magnus''' (Track Fleet, 2025)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Trailer
:**''Known designers'': Eric Han (Mattel)
:''Hot Wheels'' Track Fleet Ultra Magnus is a heavy retool of Optimus Prime, which transforms into a non-transforming truck at 1/64 scale based on a a Freightliner FL86 Class 8 Automobile Transport truck, sized to be compatible with ''Hot Wheels'' tracks.

:Like the previously released Optimus Prime, Magnus does ''not'' have a sculpted robot face on his undercarriage.
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==References==
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Indiana Jones

2025-06-25T04:52:54Z

Dug dig: Added Armada's Indiana Jones' reference

{{disambig3|Jones}}
'''Indiana Jones''' has appeared in several films and braves various dangers in pursuit of valuable items. What, if any, relation he has to either [[Harrison Ford]] or [[Harold Edsel]] is unknown.

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
The Autobot [[Landmine (G1)|Landmine]] liked to think of himself as a robotic Indiana Jones. {{storylink|...All This and Civil War 2|Landmine's ''Universe'' profile}}

===''Armada'' cartoon===
Carlos refers to [[Harrison Ford]] "swinging out of the wall on a vine," alluding to Ford's famous film character, [[Indiana Jones]]. {{storylink|Palace }}

===''Cybertron'' cartoon===
[[Bud Hansen]] whipped a cable to catch his brother [[Coby Hansen|Coby's]] leg before he and his friend [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]] could fall into a fiery pit, dubbing himself "Indiana Bud". {{storylink|Memory (Cybertron)|Memory}}

===''Bumblebee'' film===
[[Memo]] had a poster for the ''Indiana Jones'' film ''{{w|Raiders of the Lost Ark}}'' in his room. {{storylink|Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee}}

===''Rise of the Beasts'' film===
[[Noah Díaz]] stated that discovering a hidden temple in Peru was "some Indiana Jones-type shit". {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts}}

==Notes==
*The first four Indiana Jones films, released from 1981 to 2008, were directed by [[Steven Spielberg]], and distributed by [[Paramount Pictures]]. The fifth film, ''Dial of Destiny'' (2023), was distributed by [[Disney]] as a result of the acquisition of Lucasfilm, while ''The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles'' (1992-1996) was broadcast by ABC and The Family Channel before they were sold to the Mouse.
*In the 2024 video game ''Indiana Jones and the Great Circle'', Indiana is voiced by [[Troy Baker]].

==External links==
*{{w|Indiana Jones|Indiana Jones at Wikipedia}}

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Runamuck (RID)

2025-05-29T00:07:39Z

Dug dig: /* Adventure */

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:''Runamuck is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Adventure]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''
[[File:Return!-The-Most-Evil-Duo-Runamuck-stands-around.jpg|thumb|250px]]

'''Runamuck''' (ラナマック ''Ranamakku'') loves life as a Decepticon. The look of fear on other people's faces is to him the greatest type of entertainment, and he can always be seen smiling brightly as he whips around at breakneck speeds, spreading terror and destruction wherever he goes. The only place where he relaxes is in scrapyards, where he admires the junk as a form of art. Runamuck is partners with [[Runabout (RID)|Runabout]].

Runamuck's weapon of choice is a friction axe that utilizes high speed vibration to melt his [[Autobot]] enemies into slag, which never fails to make him laugh. By using the axe's kinetic energy to manipulate the airflow, Runamuck can fly in car mode, but being afraid of heights, he finds this use for it much less entertaining.

==Fiction==
===''Adventure''===
Hired by [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] to acquire parts for his [[Nemesis Prime (RID)|latest project]], Runamuck and Runabout helped [[Lockdown (RID)|Lockdown]] capture [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]]. Runamuck was annoyed that Lockdown wanted to take Magnus apart in one of their favorite hang-out spots, and even more so when Runabout started blowing stuff up, but this turned out to be because of an Autobot attack. The duo was blasted by [[Dogfight (RID)|Dogfight]]'s weapon mode and defeated while battling the intruders, but got away with the part and successfully delivered it to Knock Out. {{storylink|Return! The Most Evil Duo}}

==Toys==
===''Adventure''===
[[File:Adv-toy Runamuck.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|A runamuck! I'll leave it be! <big>'''''People will somehow find out!!!'''''</big>]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Dogfight VS Decepticon Runamuck''' (Multi-pack, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TAVSP'''
:*''Accessories'': Axe

: ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)#TakaraTomy Adventure toyline|Adventure]]'' "Decepticon Runamuck" is a [[redeco]] of [[Blackjack (G1)#Combiner Wars|''Combiner Wars'' Legends Class Blackjack]], transforming from a white sports car to robot and back. He's colored in homage to [[Runamuck (G1)|Generation 1 Runamuck]], and is meant to go with the regular-retail [[Runabout (RID)|''Adventure'' Runabout]], and like Runabout features a whopping six Decepticon insignias and painted eyes.

: Like Runabout, Runamuck features a scan-badge on his rear-window, which is compatible with TakaraTomy's ''Transformers Adventure'' app. The sticker-badge can be removed easily with no indent underneath if one wishes.

: Undocumented in the instructions, Runamuck and his axe can plug into the chest of [[Menasor (G1)#Unite Warriors|''Unite Warriors'' Menasor]] (and the various redecos and [[retool]]ings of that mold).

: Runamuck was only available as a ''[[Transformers Generations 2015]]'' mail-in exclusive in a two-pack with [[Dogfight (RID)#Toys|Dogfight]].

: This mold was also used to make ''Adventure'' Runabout and [[retool]]ed into ''Generations'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Combiner Wars|Rodimus]].

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[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]

Micronus Prime

2025-05-28T21:23:05Z

Dug dig: Corrected a spelling error

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[[File:11MicronusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|350px|So, if the Mini-Cons are [[Pokeformers|Pokémon]], does this make him [http://bulbapedia.bulbagarden.net/wiki/Arceus_(Pok%C3%A9mon) Arceus]?]]

At the dawn of time, [[Primus]] created '''Micronus Prime''', conscience and moral center of the [[Thirteen]]. Although he is the smallest member of this venerated group, he possesses boundless reserves of energy and a clever mind, enabling him to predict the actions of his brothers and sisters before even they know what they're going to do.

Micronus's innocent nature belies his strong ethical sense; although he takes his role very seriously, he approaches his duties with a light [[Spark]] and an easy touch. He eschewed the most dour members of the Thirteen in favor of the free-spirited [[Onyx Prime]], whom he once considered his closest friend, and his creative energies also inspired him to strike up friendships with [[Solus Prime]] and [[Nexus Prime]]. Micronus's siblings always appreciated his presence—he could impart a fraction of his energy upon them using the [[Chimera Stone]], directing his own energies into a form that suited their needs. He would pass a version of this [[Powerlinx|ability]] on to his descendants, the [[Mini-Con]]s.

In recent years, Micronus Prime has retreated to the [[Realm of the Primes]], where he temporarily served as a mentor and spiritual guide to [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]], the youngest member of the Thirteen. In this role, he prefers to let his younger sibling learn through trial and error, sometimes feigning a blithe indifference to the mental and physical rigors of his training regimen. In reality, though, Micronus cares deeply about all living things, be they [[Transformer]] or otherwise.

{{quote|You think you'll never find yourself in an insane situation? Better check your expectation meters.|Micronus|"[[Out of Focus]]"}}

==Fiction==
===Aligned continuity family===
====''The Covenant of Primus''====
Micronus Prime was the fifth Prime created to battle [[Unicron/Aligned|Unicron]]. As the Primes began planning for their future campaign against the Chaos-Bringer, Micronus gravitated towards the growing faction of strategists: [[Alpha Trion]], [[Quintus Prime]], and [[Liege Maximo]]. Their early fights against a simulated copy of Unicron went poorly, although Micronus and [[The Fallen|Megatronus]] were adamant that Unicron considered himself too independent to create a similar set of "Dark Primes".

As the Primes began building weapons for the upcoming conflict, Micronus worked alongside Solus at her [[Forge of Solus Prime|forge]]. Using his own abilities, he would augment her hammer strikes with his own energy, allowing her to create powerful tools and weapons. Among them was the Chimera Stone, which would become Micronus's own iconic artifact. As Solus worked with the other Primes, Micronus befriended Onyx Prime, and the two became inseparable. As the Thirteen trained and planned, Micronus worked alongside Solus Prime and the other strategists to create a massive computer capable of running through all of Unicron's possible responses to an attack, a forerunner to what would one day become [[Vector Sigma]].

The time eventually came to take the fight to Unicron. Micronus worked as a saboteur, intending to cripple and distract Unicron while the warriors damaged him. Perched on Quintus's shoulder, Micronus participated in the great battle against Unicron, drawing off the [[Energon]]-seeking missiles that Unicron fired at the Primes by venting his own energies. With [[Prima]] and Solus leading the charge, the Primes managed to fight their way inside Unicron with the help of [[Vector Prime]]'s portals. Unicron's [[Dark Energon]] counter-attacked provoked a flood of nightmarish visions, which nearly overwhelmed their attempts to shut him down. Only the calm words of Optimus Prime inspired them to persevere with their mission, and Micronus laughed that as long as they were together, hell wasn't such a bad place to be. The Thirteen ultimately triumphed over Unicron, and together they returned to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], giddy in their victory. What they didn't know was that close contact with Unicron had amplified some of their inner darkness.

In the age that followed, the Primes began building a settlement for themselves, dividing into like-minded groups—some focused on labour, while others debated law and philosophy. Micronus worked with Megatronus, Nexus, and Liege Maximo on an Energon refinery. However, Micronus—along with Onyx Prime, Solus Prime, and Nexus Prime—never fit in with one group or another; they viewed the other Primes as dour and unimaginative, and chafed under some of the strictest laws imposed by Prima. While Megatronus and Solus Prime developed a strong, mutual affection for one another, Micronus was happy for them. Even so, tensions continued to rise between these ad hoc groups, which finally boiled over after Prima learned about a "farm" of robotic beasts that Liege Maximo and Quintus Prime had constructed. The Primes held a vote to decide the future of the farm; Micronus voted against letting the project continue.

Not long afterwards, Micronus and Onyx were the first to discover that Solus Prime had been killed by Megatronus's [[Requiem Blaster (Megatronus)|Requiem Blaster]]. Micronus was heartbroken by the loss, and almost overcome with rage when he realized that Megatronus was behind the killing. Micronus accompanied six of the other Primes, and through [[Vector Prime]] they tracked down Megatronus. Micronus, still inconsolable, refused to believe Megatronus's side of the story. The Primes confronted Liege Maximo, who Megatronus had accused of orchestrating the entire scheme. The anger and misery finally boiled over within all of the surviving Primes, and as Maximo's beasts ran amok the twelve Cybertronians battled one another in blind rage.

Micronus emerged from the fracas unscathed, although Liege Maximo had been blown to bits with the Requiem Blaster and Onyx Prime had been fatally wounded. When the remaining Primes had calmed down, they set about tending to the wounded. Over a period of time, Micronus and the other survivors buried Liege Maximo's remains in a chasm and held a memorial to Solus Prime in deep space. Hoping to put their ugly past behind them, the Primes turned their attention to Cybertron and their plans for the future. Micronus tried to comfort the dying Onyx; the two called a meeting of all the surviving Primes.

As Primus had created them, the Primes decided that they would create the next generation of Cybertronians using the power of Onyx's [[Triptych Mask]] within the [[Well of All Sparks]], and the Primes would retire from active society. At the last moment, Micronus decided to accompany Onyx on his final journey into the Well. Together, their sacrifice activated the Well and allowed it to start producing new life. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|The Covenant of Primus}}

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====''Prime'' cartoon====
According to legend, at the beginning of time, [[Unicron/Aligned|Unicron]] and [[Primus]] battled each other for eons, with neither side remaining victorious for long. Till, that is, Primus created the [[Thirteen]]. These Thirteen defeated Unicron and cast him into space. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}

====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Adrian Pasdar]] (English), [[Kazuhiko Inoue]] (Japanese)|[[Natale Ciravolo]] (Italian), [[Pierre-Peters Arnold]] (German, first voice), [[Robert Glatzeder]] (German, second voice), [[Gerardo Alonso]] (Latin-American Spanish), [[Kimmo Härmä]] (Finnish), [[Simon Duprez]] (French), [[Thiago Zambrano]] (Brazilian Portuguese), [[Maciej Kosmala]] (Polish), [[Park Seong-tae]] (Korean, Tooniverse dub)}}
[[File:Micronusrid.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Tell them to keep out of my scotch.]]

When [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] sacrificed himself to save [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], the Primes rescued him before his Spark could be extinguished. He wound up in the extra-dimensional [[Realm of the Primes]] with other members of the Thirteen. {{storylink|Decepticon Island (Part 1)}} Foreseeing the rise of Megatronus on Earth, {{storylink|Battlegrounds, Part 1}} the Primes opted to train Optimus for this new mission, assigning Micronus as his new mentor.

In one such training session, Micronus challenged Optimus to climb a hill. When Optimus questioned the difficulty of his task, Micronus summoned a group of [[human]]s into the realm... and a threatening robot with multiple Mini-Con minions to attack them. Optimus tried in vain to defend the humans, repeatedly begging Micronus to help him, but Micronus declined every time. Eventually, Optimus realized that he needed to climb the easily climbed hill ''first'', which activated his [[Prime Decepticon Hunter]] and gave him the power to defeat the robots, saving the last surviving human. At the end of the test, Micronus revealed that the humans were merely illusions, meant to prove that there would always be distractions and hard choices in the battles coming, and to keep the goal -and mind- clear. {{storylink|Out of Focus}}

[[File:RIDMicronusPrime.jpeg|thumb|left|250px|Micronus made this episode in a cave... WITHABOXOFSCRAPS!]]
Unfortunately the time arrived before Optimus's training was complete, but Micronus regardless took him before the other Primes. When Optimus persuaded them, Micronus and the other Primes bestowed some of their power on him and sent him to Earth. {{storylink|Battlegrounds, Part 1}}

Following the battle with [[The Fallen|Megatronus]], Micronus appeared to Bumblebee's team on Earth and took back the power bestowed on Optimus. Though this left Optimus in a weakened state, Micronus scanned him and said he would recover. {{storylink|Overloaded, Part 1}}

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====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' books====
During Optimus's training, Micronus became aware that one of the other Primes was interfering with his work. While meeting with the Primes, he realized that [[Liege Maximo]] had gone missing, and went to confront the culprit himself. {{storylink|The Trials of Optimus Prime}}

===Fun Publications===
Micronus was one of [[Vector Prime]]'s siblings among the [[Thirteen]]. Vector noted that Micronus deeply cared for all living things, Transformer or otherwise. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/06/14}}

The [[Transcendent Technomorph]]s of [[Axiom Nexus]] knew the [[Mini-Con]]s to be the children of Micronus Prime. {{storylink|Rook - Axiom Nexus News: Investigative Journalist|Rook - Axiom Nexus News, 2015/05/09}}

When [[Nexus Prime]] united the [[Terminus Blade]] and the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], the other [[Thirteen]] were drawn to the event—including Micronus. Time and space were rewritten that day, as the walls between the multiverse grew stronger and less permeable. A consequence of strengthening the walls of the multiverse was that Micronus Prime and the original Thirteen could no longer continue to exist as multiversal singularities, and so they were splintered and scattered throughout the multiverse. And so the one became many, sentient reoccurring themes each appearing in their own way, if at all, in all the worlds of the multiverse. {{storylink|Out of the One, Many}}

===Generation 1 continuity family===
====2005 IDW continuity====
{{first|[[Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|''The Transformers'' vol. 2 #47]] (mentioned); ''[[Micronauts: Revolution]]'' (depicted)}}
[[File:IDW Micronus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|250px|"I made the stars that became the carbon in your mother's ovaries."]]

Micronus was one of the Thirteen Primes who led the [[Thirteen Tribes]] that arose on Cybertron following the departure of the [[Knights of Cybertron]]. {{storylink|The Crucible}} Like four others, he was attracted to the [[Crystal City]] alliance, ruling with his fellow Primes from the city's citadel. {{storylink|The Falling, Interlude: The First Who Was Named|The First Who Was Named}} According to [[Sentinel Prime (G1)|Sentinel Prime]], Micronus was known for his "betrayal" of his closest friend [[Shockwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Onyx Prime]] and [[Liege Maximo]] in the [[First Cybertronian Civil War]]. {{storylink|White Heat}} The death of [[Nexus Prime]] at the hands of [[Galvatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Galvatron]] prompted all the remaining Primes except [[Alpha Trion]] to flee Cybertron. {{storylink|The Crucible}}

Micronus left Cybertron aboard his [[Titan (group)|Titan]], [[Prion (Titan)|Prion]], and led the colonization expedition to a [[Prion (planet)|distant world]]. He oversaw the creation of a new civilization of Transformers birthed from Prion's [[hot spot (phenomenon)|hot spot]], which eventually developed into a world of Mini-Cons. However, Sentinel Prime claimed that Micronus abandoned his people during their time of need, abdicating Prion's world via [[Space bridge|Spacebridge]] and allowing for the colony's genocide at the hands of the [[Black Block Consortia]]. {{storylink|White Heat}}

One way or another, he ended up creating the sub-atomic realm known as [[Microspace]] seven million years ago, {{storylink|Crisis Intervention}} and retreated inside it. His inert body lay at the center of the [[Entropy Cloud]] which threatened to destroy that universe entirely. {{storylink|Micronauts: Revolution}}

Eons later, [[Shockwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Shockwave]] would send one his [[Regenesis]] ores, [[Ore-3]], to Prion. {{storylink|The Crucible}} {{storylink|Ceremony}} Micronus Prime's name was remembered in the [[Way of Flame]], the religion of [[Solus Prime]]'s colony [[Caminus (planet)|Caminus]]. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}}

Hoping to save his realm using [[Earth]]'s supplies of [[Ore-13]], Micronus attempted to contact [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]] through the Titan [[Metrotitan (G1)|Metrotitan]]. Unfortunately, the message didn't get through correctly; instead, [[Windblade (G1)|Windblade]]'s mind made the trip across time and space. Micronus told his Camien visitor that she would have to ''experience'' his message to understand his plight. Windblade's new avatar was sent into Microspace, where she encountered the evil [[Baron Karza]] and his retinue and learned about the dire civil war that threatened Microspace. When Windblade's mind returned to her normal body, Micronus appeared in a final vision, urging her to help his dimension by any means necessary. {{storylink|Informed}}

Some time later, Baron Karza set up his main base inside Micronus's body where he made usage of the Prime's personal Spacebridge to try to save Microspace. The heroic [[Micronauts]] made the voyage through the Spacebridge, arriving inside Metrotitan's Spacebridge chamber on [[Earth]]. {{storylink|O Ship of State}}

After Karza made a failed attempt at stealing Earth's Ore-13, {{storylink|Valley Forge}} he instead decided to conquer Earth as a new home for the denizens of Microspace. Though it was a risky prospect, he ultimately [[enerchange]]d with Micronus Prime himself, the merger giving him some of Micronus's memories about the [[Mini-Con]] colony. Wearing the Prime's body, Karza arrived at the site of his former banishment and dispatched Optimus Prime in a vengeful fury. {{storylink|Wrath of Karza issue 1|Wrath of Karza #1}} Karza considered the power of Micronus superior to all the various super-villains on Earth. {{storylink|Wrath of Karza issue 3|Wrath of Karza #3}} After [[Shazraella]] had acquired [[Time Traveler]] energy, Optimus Prime tried to sucker punch a distracted Karza only for the Baron to again enerchange with Micronus. When Shazraella's powers began growing out of control, however, Optimus and Karza agreed to a truce, but her powers proved too much for them and she managed to separate Micronus from Karza, banishing the ancient Prime through time. {{storylink|Wrath of Karza issue 5|Wrath of Karza #5}}
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====''Power of the Primes'' marketing material====
Micronus's [[Spark]] passed into the possession of one of the twelve [[Prime Master]]s; hidden within a suit of decoy armor, they safeguarded the abilities of the Primes until the present day. By uniting with a larger Transformer, the Prime Master could channel the powers of Micronus's Spark and grant them unique abilities that varied with each new partner. {{storylink|#Generations|''Power of the Primes'' Cloudburst / Micronus online bio}}

{{note|For a list of every permutation of Micronus Prime's abilities, see [[Prime Master/Combinations|this link]].}}

====2019 IDW continuity====
Micronus Prime was one of the Thirteen. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Sea of Rust I|Sea of Rust I}}

===''Cyberverse'' cartoon===
Micronus Prime was one of the [[Thirteen]], {{storylink|Dweller In The Depths (Cyberverse)|Dweller In The Depths}} {{storylink|Silent Strike}} {{storylink|The Other One}} later generations of Cybertronians being known to swear by his name. {{storylink|Spotted}}

===''One'' film===
[[File:One-Micronus-Prime.jpg|thumb|Reject smallness, embrace chonkyness!|upright=0.7]]
Micronus Prime was one of the original thirteen Primes created by Primus. When the Quintessons invaded Cybertron, Micronus fought with his fellow Primes against them. He would join the Primes in a secret meeting with the Primes' aide [[Sentinel Prime (One)|Sentinel]], unaware that it was a trap. Micronus would be killed during the battle, with his brothers' and sisters' bodies resting in a hidden cave for fifty cycles before being rediscovered by miners [[Optimus Prime (One)|Orion Pax]], [[Megatron (One)|D-16]], [[Elita-1 (One)|Elita]], and [[Bumblebee (One)|B-127]]. A revived [[Alpha Trion]] would give Micronus' [[transformation cog]] to one of the miners,<ref>In the film, Micronus's cog is shown going to Orion, while the film's novelization states it was given to B-127. It doesn't ultimately have a significant effect on the story as a whole, so deciding which cog he got somewhat becomes a matter of [[personal canon]].</ref> unlocking their lost ability to transform into an alternate form and providing a new, improved robot form.

A vision of Micronus Prime and the other Primes later appeared as Alpha Trion declared a damaged Orion Pax to be the next wielder of the Matrix of Leadership, Optimus Prime.{{storylink|Transformers One (film)|Transformers One}}
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==Toys==
===''Power of the Primes''===
[[File:TF-POTP-Micronus-Prime-Master.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I CAN'T PUT MY AAARMS DOWWWN!]]
<ul class = "iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Micronus''' (Prime Master, [[2017]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-01'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': '''[[May 25]], [[2018]]'''
:*''Accessories'': [[Cloudburst#Generations|Autobot Cloudburst]] decoy armor, gatling gun
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}

:''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' Micronus is a [[Prime Master]] with [[Cloudburst]] decoy armor, visually based on the original [[Pretender]]'s inner robot and shell.

:This toy has identical features to the other Prime Masters in the line. The decoy armor has a weapon piece which can fold out to create a weapon mode, or detach and be held in the armor's 3 mm-compatible hand. The [[Titan Master]]-like robot can store inside the decoy armor or ride [[Size class|Legends Class]] figures in vehicle mode, and is fully compatible with toys from the previous ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' line. The "Power Swap" gimmick means its [[spark]] form can plug onto any decoy armor's weapon form (which has a [[5 mm post]] to be held by larger figures), Deluxe Class figures' chest armor, Voyager Class figures' bucklers, Leader Class figures' [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix]] (in place of their Matrix core), [[combiner]]s' torsos (in place of their [[Enigma of Combination]]), or the [[Scepter of Sparks]]. With the power of [[You|your]] imagination, this bestows the Prime Master's [[Prime Master/Combinations|unique power]] on the larger figure.

:Unlike every other Titan Master/Prime Master, Micronus Prime and his fellow first wave Prime Masters feature backpacks/symbols secured by pins instead of screws.

:In an unusual error, some units of Micronus/Cloudburst came with two Prime Masters.<ref>[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/some-power-of-the-primes-figures-shipping-with-two-prime-masters-report/40365/ Seibertron, 2017/12/24: Some Power Of the Primes Figures Shipping With Two Prime Masters: Report]</ref>

:Micronus was retooled with a new [[Prime Master]] sigil as Amalgamous Prime. The Cloudburst armor had an alternate tooling based on [[Waverider]], which would have been used to make ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Transformers Legends]]'' [[Grand Maximus#Legends|Grand Maximus]]' Pretender Suit if the figure had reached the 3000 preorder count—sadly, preorders failed to reach this number.
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==Notes==
* Micronus was once established as a [[multiversal singularity]], existing as one being across all of time and space, but that is [[Shroud|no longer the case]].
* Micronus's name is likely derived from "Micron", the Japanese name for Mini-Cons across the franchise.
* The glowing symbols on his chest and palms are shaped like the Powerlinx ports seen on all the ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Transformers: Armada]]'' Mini-Con toys.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Micronus''' (マイクロナス ''Maikuronasu'')
*''Mandarin:'' '''Wēi Tiān Xīng''' (微天星)

==References==
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Transformers: Age of the Primes

2025-03-04T02:53:38Z

Dug dig: AOTP was spelled wrong on Animated Waspinator's section.

{{disambigr|Age of the Primes|the fictional historical era|Age of Primes}}
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[[File:Age of the Primes main artwork.jpg|right|thumb|350px|'''2024:''' ''"[[Megatron (One)|The Age of Primes has ended! No more false prophets!]]''" '''2025:''' ]]

'''''Transformers: Age of the Primes''''' is a [[subline imprint]] of the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' toyline, and the successor to ''[[Transformers: Legacy]]''.

First teased at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2024]]<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/live/52ddGYMyvpE?t=11223s ''Transformers'' panel] at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2024]] on the [[Hasbro Pulse]] YouTube channel, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Evan Brooks]], [[Mark Maher]], [[Marcelo Matere]], and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref> and given a full reveal at [[Cybertron Con 2024|Cybertron Con]] later that year,<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA ''Age of the Primes'' reveal panel] from [[Cybertron Con 2024]] on the [[Hasbro Pulse]] YouTube channel, with Mark Maher.</ref> ''Age of the Primes'' revolves around the mythical [[Thirteen|Thirteen Primes]] and their descendants.<ref name=usedtwice>{{citesocial|quote=The best part of the next 2 years is, you’ll not only collect the 13 primes but theres an amazing plethora of bots that are all descendents of the primes, you can collect them all, finish mini collections, and guess their energon bloodline.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/DC2tKXARTg3/|name=Mark Maher|site=Instagram|year=2024|month=11|day=26}}</ref> Unlike the Thirteen's diminutive toys in the 2018 ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' line, these are standard-sized figures, drawing from multiple designs, and each including their [[Artifacts of the Primes|artifact]]. ''Age of the Primes'' also continues the standard of scale, articulation, and compatibility for 3 mm [[Fire Blast effect|effects]] and [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System|5 mm weapons/armor]] set by the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]''. The "descendants" of the Primes, much like ''Legacy'', are based on characters from multiple ''Transformers'' series. Additionally, the Core Class assortment was discontinued and the Titan Class toys were decreased in size and luckily, price.

Much like ''Power of the Primes'', a substantial part of the toyline is also dedicated to the [[combiner]] teams: the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] and the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]]. The Aerialbots utilize a similar system to the ''Legacy'' [[Stunticon (G1)#Legacy|Stunticons]], with a Commander Class toy transforming into the torso and combining with an included frame that four Deluxe Class toys can attach to.

{{bigquote|AWAKEN THE THIRTEEN|Official tagline}}

==Toys==
===Deluxe Class===
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Air Raid (G1)#Age of the Primes|Aerialbot Air Raid]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Slingshot (G1)#Age of the Primes|Aerialbot Slingshot]]}}
{{Bp-pr4|[[Solus Prime#Age of the Primes|The Thirteen Solus Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Wasp#Age of the Primes|Fugitive Waspinator]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-pr6|[[Alchemist Prime#Age of the Primes|The Thirteen Alchemist Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Crasher (G1)#Age of the Primes|Decepticon Crasher]] ([[package refresh]] from ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'')}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Vortex (G1)#Age of the Primes|Combaticon Vortex]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Age of the Primes-Solus Prime.jpg|thumb|200px|Deluxe Class Solus Prime]]
|}
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===Voyager Class===
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-pr1|[[Prima#Age of the Primes|The Thirteen Prima Prime]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Red Alert (Armada)#Age of the Primes|Autobot Red Alert]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Heatwave (RB)#Age of the Primes|Rescue Bot Heatwave]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Sky-Byte (RID)#Age of the Primes|Sky-Byte]]}}

</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:AOPtoy-VoyagerPrimaPrime.jpg|thumb|200px|Voyager Class Prima Prime]]
|}
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{{comingsoontoy}}

===Leader Class===
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Age of the Primes|G2 Universe Grimlock]] / [[Wheelie (G1)#Age_of_the_Primes|Autobot Wheelie]]}}
{{Bp-pr12|[[The Fallen/toys#Age of the Primes|The Thirteen Megatronus the Fallen]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-pr8|[[Onyx Prime#Age of the Primes|The Thirteen Onyx Prime]]}}

</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:AOTP Megatronus the Fallen.jpeg|thumb|200px|Leader Class Megatronus the Fallen]]
|}
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{{comingsoontoy}}

===Big ticket items===
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Commander Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Silverbolt (G1)#Age of the Primes|Aerialbot Silverbolt]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Titan Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-pr13|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|The Thirteen Star Optimus Prime]] (w/ [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Age of the Primes|Micromaster Autobot Hot Rod]])}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:AOTPTitanStarConvoy.jpg|thumb|200px|Titan Class Star Optimus Prime]]
|}
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{{comingsoontoy}}

==Exclusives==
:''Age of the Primes'' continues ''Legacy'''s trend of "capsule" lines exclusive to various retailers, beginning with the "Wreck 'n Doom Collection", a [[Wreckers]] vs. [[Mayhem Attack Squad]]-themed line continuing on from the previous "Wreck 'n Rule" and "Doom 'n Destruction" collections, exclusive to [[Amazon]] in North America. Each set includes a toy from ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]''. The ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' assortment from previous lines remains, with a new packaging design based on the other ''Age of the Primes'' toys.
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Deluxe Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Excellion (Cybertron)#Age_of_the_Primes|Excellion]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Sideways (Armada)#Age of the Primes|Sideways]]}}
|
</ul>
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''Wreck 'n Doom Collection'''''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-wrmas|[[Carnivac (G1)#Age of the Primes|Carnivac]] vs. [[Ironfist (G1)#Age of the Primes|Fisitron]] (w/ [[Survivor (AOTP)#Toys|Decepticon Survivor]])}}
{{Bp-wrmas|[[Slugslinger (G1)#Age of the Primes|Slugslinger]] vs. [[Sandstorm (G1)#Age of the Primes|Sandstorm]]}}
{{Bp-wrmas|[[Spinister (G1)#Age of the Primes|Spinister]] vs. [[Topspin (G1)#Age of the Primes|Topspin]] (w/ [[Hairsplitter#Age of the Primes|Hairsplitter]], [[Singe#Age of the Primes|Singe]], and [[Freezeout (TR)#Age of the Primes|Freezeout]])}}
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{{Bp-d1|[[Trypticon (G1)#Generations Selects|Trypticon]] (w/ [[Full-Tilt (G1)#Generations Selects|Full-Tilt]] and [[Wipe-Out#Generations Selects|Necro]])}}
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==''Age of the Primes'' (TakaraTomy)==
[[TakaraTomy]]'s normal-retail ''Transformers Age of the Primes'' (トランスフォーマーエイジ・オブ・ザ・プライム ''Toransufōmā Eiji obu za Puraimu'') toyline is largely the same as Hasbro's, with no notable changes to the toys proper (other than the omission of the tampographed Hasbro product code numbers); the one "big" change is that the packaging adds [[List of Japanese ID numbers|ID numbers]] for each item.

===General retail===
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1''' ([[2025]] [[June 28]])
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{{Bp-a1|AOTP-01 [[Silverbolt (G1)#Age of the Primes|Silverbolt]]}}
{{Bp-pr4|AOTP-02 [[Solus Prime#Age of the Primes|Solus Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|AOTP-03 [[Wasp#Age of the Primes|Waspinator (Animated)]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2''' ([[2025]] [[July 26]])
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{{Bp-a1|AOTP-04 [[Air Raid (G1)#Age of the Primes|Air Raid]]}}
{{Bp-a1|AOTP-05 [[Slingshot (G1)#Age of the Primes|Slingshot]]}}
{{Bp-pr12|AOTP-06 [[The Fallen/toys#Age of the Primes|Megatronus the Fallen]]}}
{{Bp-pr1|AOTP-07 [[Prima#Age of the Primes|Prima Prime]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3''' ([[2025]] [[August 30]])
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|AOTP-08 [[Red Alert (Armada)#Age of the Primes|Red Alert (Armada Universe)]]}}
{{Bp-a1|AOTP-09 [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Age of the Primes|Grimlock (G2 Universe)]] & [[Wheelie (G1)#Age of the Primes|Wheelie]]}}
{{Bp-pr13|AOTP-10 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Age of the Primes|Star Optimus Prime]]}}
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==Notes==
*Concurrently with 2025’s ''[[Studio_Series#2025|Studio Series]]'' assortment, the toyline sees a return to the plastic windows not seen on Transformers packaging since ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]''. Also like ''Studio Series'', the boxes are now less decorated than their predecessors, replacing the full package artwork with an all-black design that has art of the figure’s robot and alternate forms on one side of the window, with the robot form on the left side of the box and the toyline’s poster on the right, and little graphics on the front showing the toy’s step count.
*The members of the Thirteen (and many of their designs and artifacts) are based on ''[[Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|The Covenant of Primus]]'', with Optimus Prime represented by his [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Return of Convoy|Star Convoy]] form.
*''Age of the Primes'' coincides with the Thirteen's major role in the theatrical film ''[[Transformers One (film)|Transformers One]]''.
*Unlike the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' and ''Legacy'' toylines, which were each three years long, ''Age of the Primes'' is only two years.<ref name=usedtwice /><ref>{{citesocial|quote= 2026 and 2025 are linked together, I can say that, and if you can believe it we’re already starting to think a little bit about 2027.|link=https://news.tfw2005.com/2024/08/03/sdcc-2024-hasbro-interview-john-wardens-return-generations-studio-series-combiners-more-513802|name=John Warden|site=TFW2005|title=SDCC 2024 Hasbro Interview – John Warden’s Return, Generations, Studio Series, Combiners, More!|year=2024|month=08|day=03}}</ref> Also unlike those lines, it will not be rebranded with a new name for the second year.<ref>{{citesocial|quote= Yes, 2026 will also be Age of the Primes.|link=https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/2025-generations-listings-united-wave-5-age-of-the-primes.1259609/page-1203#post-22990969|name=Evan Brooks|site=Instagram|year=2025|month=01|day=04}}</ref>
*''Age of the Primes'' was previously teased with the release of ''Legacy'' [[Vector Prime#Legacy|Vector Prime]] and [[Malleus Minotaurus]], the former of whom was later featured on official art for the toyline.
*Though it continues to include characters from all parts of the brand’s history, ''Age of the Primes'' mostly drops the universe designations from their names.
*Several figures in the toyline are identified as direct descendants of one of the Thirteen. As there is currently no unified fiction for the toyline, this is largely done through the toys' retailer product descriptions and media promotions. The known descendants are as follows:
**Prima Prime: Autobot Red Alert<ref>[[December 9]], [[2024]]'s [https://www.instagram.com/p/DDYFD0uxHq_/ Designer Commentary for ''AOTP'' Prima Prime] from [[Mark Maher]] on Instagram.</ref>
**Alpha Trion: Aerialbot Slingshot,<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LjmcMC9nNoA Transformers Age of the Primes Reveal | Dive into the Legacy of the Thirteen Primes | Hasbro Pulse] with [[Mark Maher]] and [[Nate Purswell]]</ref> G2 Universe Grimlock
**Micronus Prime: Fugitive Waspinator
**Nexus Prime: Aerialbot Silverbolt<ref>[[January 2]], [[2025]]’s [https://www.instagram.com/p/DEWErYCMsk8/ Designer Commentary for ''AOTP'' Aerialbot Silverbolt] from [[Mark Maher]] on Instagram.</ref>
**Star Optimus Prime: Rescue Bot Heatwave<ref>Comment from [[February 9]], [[2025]]’s [https://www.instagram.com/p/DF3rvqOp9d8/ Designer Commentary for ''AOTP'' Rescue Bot Heatwave] from [[Mark Maher]] on Instagram.</ref>
**Amalgamous Prime: Aerialbot Air Raid<ref>[[February 16]], [[2025]]'s [https://www.instagram.com/p/DGJl76CxeTm/ Designer Commentary for ''AOTP'' Aerialbot Air Raid] from [[Mark Maher]] on Instagram.</ref>
*For reasons unknown, the [[Liokaiser#Legacy|Liokaiser box set]] that constituted the [[2025]] [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab campaign]] was branded as part of the prior ''Legacy'' line, leaving the first year of ''Age of the Primes'' without a HasLab.

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/products/tf_aop ''Transformers: Age of the Primes''] at the TakaraTomy website

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Clutch (G1)

2024-12-15T04:11:40Z

Dug dig: /* Collector's Edition */

{{factions|autobot}}
{{disambig3|Clutch}}
:''Clutch is an [[Autobot]] drone-unit from the [[The Transformers: Collector's Edition|Collector's Edition]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

[[File:Clutch-toy.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|I want to ride my bi-cy-cle, I want to ride my bike. I want to ride my bi-cy-cle, I want to ride it where I like.]]
'''Clutch''' (クラッチ ''Kuratchi'') is a small, scooter-like robot carried in the trunk section of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] ambassador [[Crosscut (G1)|Crosscut]]. Its main function is to store all of Crosscut's memories and [[datatrax]], so in the event that Crosscut is captured or killed, Clutch can return to the Autobots with all of Crosscut's information.

It is not to be confused with the [[Autoscout]].

Also he is small.

==Toys==
===''Collector's Edition''===
*'''Crosscut''' ([[2002]])

: Clutch is a tiny, non-transforming {{w|Motocompo}} scooter that fits in the trunk section of the Crosscut toy. This is a restored accessory from the pre-Transformers ''[[Diaclone]]'' version of the "Honda City" type toy that was dropped from [[Skids (G1)|Skids]]. Clutch can seat a ''Diaclone'' pilot figure on its back. Naturally, it was only available with the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive Crosscut.

: Clutch was [[redeco]]ed into the unnamed scooter accessories for the ''[[Transformers Generations 2009 Volume 3]]'' [[exclusive]]s [[Skids (G1)#QuantumOperativeToy|Skids]] and [[Screech (Generations)#Toys|Screech]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/CrossCut/crosscut.htm More info on Crosscut (with Clutch) at TFU.info]''
{{--}}

===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:TF-Masterpiece-Clutch.jpg|230px|thumb|How nice, they put [[Crosscut]] in for free with a copy of Masterpice Clutch!]]
*'''Senator Crosscut''' {{sic}} ([[March 26]], [[2022]])
**''ID number:'' '''MP-53+'''
{{toystub}}
{{--}}

==See also==
*[[Component X]]

[[Category:E-HOBBY exclusives]]
[[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 1 drones]]
[[Category:Japanese-original characters]]

Clutch (G1)

2024-12-15T04:10:37Z

Dug dig: /* Masterpiece */

{{factions|autobot}}
{{disambig3|Clutch}}
:''Clutch is an [[Autobot]] drone-unit from the [[The Transformers: Collector's Edition|Collector's Edition]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

[[File:Clutch-toy.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|I want to ride my bi-cy-cle, I want to ride my bike. I want to ride my bi-cy-cle, I want to ride it where I like.]]
'''Clutch''' (クラッチ ''Kuratchi'') is a small, scooter-like robot carried in the trunk section of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] ambassador [[Crosscut (G1)|Crosscut]]. Its main function is to store all of Crosscut's memories and [[datatrax]], so in the event that Crosscut is captured or killed, Clutch can return to the Autobots with all of Crosscut's information.

It is not to be confused with the [[Autoscout]].

Also he is small.

==Toys==
===''Collector's Edition''===
*'''Crosscut''' ([[2002]])

: Clutch is a tiny, non-transforming {{w|Motocompo}} scooter that fits in the trunk section of the Crosscut toy. This is a restored accessory from the pre-Transformers ''[[Diaclone]]'' version of the "Honda City" type toy that was dropped from [[Skids (G1)|Skids]]. Clutch can seat a ''Diaclone'' pilot figure on its back. Naturally, it was only available with the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive Crosscut.

: Clutch was [[redeco]]ed into the unnamed scooter accessories for the ''[[Transformers Generations 2009 Volume 3]]'' [[exclusive]]s [[Skids (G1)#QuantumOperativeToy|Skids]] and [[Screech (Generations)#Toys|Screech]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/CrossCut/crosscut.htm More info on Crosscut (with Clutch) at TFU.info]''
{{--}}

[[User:Dug dig|Dug dig]] ([[User talk:Dug dig|talk]]) 23:10, 14 December 2024 (EST)===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:TF-Masterpiece-Clutch.jpg|230px|thumb|How nice, they put [[Crosscut]] in for free with a copy of Masterpice Clutch!]]
*'''Senator Crosscut''' {{sic}} ([[March 26]], [[2022]])
**''ID number:'' '''MP-53+'''
{{toystub}}
{{--}}

==See also==
*[[Component X]]

[[Category:E-HOBBY exclusives]]
[[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]
[[Category:Generation 1 drones]]
[[Category:Japanese-original characters]]