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Ion blaster

2020-05-31T09:08:19Z

H1ya: /* Prime cartoon */

[[File:Optimusg1.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I'm a pacifist, but only to a point.]]
The '''ion blaster''' is a kind of [[laser rifle]] and the primary weapon of several [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]]. Only used by the [[Prime (rank)|leader]] of the [[Autobot]]s when all attempts at peace have failed, the ion blaster ensures that freedom is the right of all sentient beings, and strikes fear in the [[spark]]s of the [[Decepticon]]s who are foolish enough to challenge him.

Except [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Only [[Primus]] knows how many times Optimus has shot Megatron and failed to kill him. [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] knows that frustration all too well.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
[[File:RevengeofBruticus Primefiringguns.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Prime doesn't limit himself to just the one weapon, of course.]]
[[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Grimlock]] used the ion blaster against [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] after [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] was defeated and brought before [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]]. {{storylink|War of the Dinobots}}

Optimus Prime's ion blaster was stolen from him a few times. The first was when the Decepticons tried to take over [[New York City]], when he was disassembled by [[Hook (G1)|Hook]]. The [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]] then placed the arm and ion blaster atop the command post of the newly dubbed [[New Cybertron]]. As part of the building's weapons systems, Megatron used the blaster to begin firing on the Autobots. However, when Megatron and [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] were removed from the command post, Optimus Prime was able to regain control of the weapon and hit [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] with it, sending him to the hard pavement below. {{storylink|City of Steel (episode)|City of Steel}}

Later, the human-built ninjabot [[Nightbird (G1)|Nightbird]] stole the ion blaster when she tried to steal the [[World Energy Chip]], but Optimus Prime recovered it rather quickly. {{storylink|Enter the Nightbird}}

When both Autobots and Decepticons briefly allied to free Cybertron from the rogue [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]], Optimus used his blaster to target [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]'s weakpoint, felling the [[combiner]]. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}

During the [[Battle of Autobot City]], Optimus attempted to use it to slay Megatron once and for all only for [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] to interfere. {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

Upon being revived by [[Quintesson]]s, Optimus used the weapon to chase away [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening}} When properly returned to life, Optimus kept his weapon and used it in the final battles of the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]]. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}
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===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:PrimeDirective5-IonBlaster.jpg|thumb|upright=0.55|Because the middle of your back is the easiest place to reach.]]
During a fight with [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], Optimus Prime drove up on the massive robot while removing his ion blaster from a compartment on his back. Then he shot Devastator's face off. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 5}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:OpTransformsSu.jpg|left|upright=1.4|thumb|Replacement ion rifle hinges: hard to find.]]

Ion blasters were among the weapons the [[Decepticon]]s smuggled onto [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] via [[Hefter]]. [[Jetfire (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jetfire]] grabbed one and shot down a Decepticon enforcer, saving the life of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Orion Pax]]. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}} [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]] later claimed the weapon as evidence in the case. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

[[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]] fashioned Optimus Prime's ion blaster during his first campaign in the [[Manganese Mountains]], though unfortunately Prime mistook Ironfist for his chief rival, [[Skyfall (G1)|Skyfall]]. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|Last Stand of the Wreckers #4}}

While in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], Optimus Prime keeps his (folded up) ion blaster in his cab. When he [[transformation|transforms]], the Ion blaster is ejected, allowing him to grab it in midair. So ''that's'' where it goes. Now if we could only figure out where the [[trailer]] goes... During the course of the battle, a shot from Prime's ion blaster managed to ''blow up'' [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]]'s much-more powerful [[fusion cannon]] by entering through the cannon's barrel. {{storylink|Escalation issue 5|Escalation #5}}

He kept the weapon after changing his name back to Orion Pax {{storylink|Syndromica (2)}} before getting a version incorporated into his left arm. {{storylink|Homecoming (IDW)|Homecoming}} Despite this, he reverted to the hand held version soon after. {{storylink|Black Metal: Dark Cybertron Chapter 2|Black Metal}}

While speaking to the [[President of the United States]], Optimus regarded the weapon before he handed it off to [[Aileron]] who spent the rest of the day awkwardly carrying around a gun half her size. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

Optimus' ion blaster was last seen in his possession as he and [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Arcee]] fought through a horde of [[Unicron's antibodies]] as they followed the [[Talisman (G1)|Talisman]] to [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] before Optimus sacrificed himself to fell the monster. {{storylink|Ceremony}}
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===Live-action film series===
[[File:ROTF Optimus ion blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Any last words?" "The Fallen shall rise again!" "That sounds like an oxymoron." "Your mother is an oxymor-" *Bang*]]
[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s primary range weapon is an ion blaster, though he prefers to use his [[Dual Energon Swords]] in combat, leaving the blaster stored in his back in the form of fuel tanks. Once fired, it releases a wave of radiation condensed into an energy ball that will destroy anything in its path.<ref>[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/discover/Battle-Bios.cfm Battle Bios at Hasbro.com]</ref> During the battle of [[Mission City]], Optimus managed to get off a single shot of his ion blaster at [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] before he was sent flying by the latter's [[fusion cannon]]. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}

Two years later, Optimus was fighting [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]] in [[Shanghai]] and critically injured the Decepticon by putting several point blank shots into his head. He later executed the dying [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicon]] with a shot through the optic. Several days later, Optimus shot at Megatron and [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] with his ion blaster and [[barrage cannon]] while rescuing [[Sam Witwicky]]. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen}}

Three years later, during his battle against [[Sentinel Prime (ROTF)|Sentinel Prime]] in [[Chicago]], Optimus Prime tried to defend himself from the Decepticons fighter ships using his ion blaster, but was mostly unsuccessful and apparently lost his blaster in the explosions. {{storylink|Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon}}
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===''Prime'' cartoon===
[[File:Prime optimusionblaster.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|aM jUsT fIrInG mA lAzErZ]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] had two ion blasters retracted in each arm which fired powerful energy blasts. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} After being upgraded to a stronger body by the [[Forge of Solus Prime]], Optimus Prime got a new, more powerful ion blaster which resembled a handheld machine gun. Having the same model as his leader, [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] also had two installed, although he never got the cool machine gun. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}

While preparing for the battle against [[Unicron/Aligned|Unicron]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] reviewed the arsenal aboard the [[Trypticon (WFC)|''Nemesis'']] which included ion blasters. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Prime)|Predacons Rising}}

The design of this blaster was also used for Prime's slightly larger and bulkier [[Path Blaster|Path Blaster]]. {{storylink|Fall of Cybertron}}

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===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
[[Snapper]] swore by "Prime's Ion Blaster". {{storylink|Cultural Appropriation}}

==Games==
===''Transformers: War for Cybertron''===
[[File:WFCionblasterstats.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|Elmer Fudd called he wants his Bunny-wabbit hunting gun back!]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime's]] signature weapon is a little more powerful than the [[Neutron assault rifle]], but with twice the rate of fire, it makes a suitable weapon for the [[Leader (WFC)|Leader]] class. 

'''Carried by:''' Leaders, Optimus
*The blaster has the following in-game stats:
**''Damage:'' 4
**''Range:'' 5
**''Accuracy:'' 4
**''Rate of Fire:'' 10

*Max Load: 300
*Per Mag: 50

==Toys==
===Generation 1 Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (G1)/toys}}
====''20th Anniversary''/''Masterpiece''====
[[File:TF-MP-1-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2003]]/[[2004]])
*'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, 2004)
*'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]], [[2009]])
*'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' ([[2010]])
:20th Anniversary/''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] was one of the first Optimus Prime toys to refer to his iconic laser rifle as an "ion blaster". The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese releases of this figure have consistently coloured the rifle dark grey, and while early releases of [[Hasbro]]'s followed suit, they were very quickly changed to black as a [[Variant#Colors and deco|running change]].

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[[File:MP-10 toy photo.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[2011]])
:[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of Generation 1 Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]], and comes with a trailer and various accessories, including a smaller, new-mold ion blaster. It can be hand-held or mount onto [[Roller (G1)#Masterpiece|Roller]], or store in blaster mode inside the [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]], regardless of which configuration the trailer is in. Just like its appearance in ''[[The Transformers: Escalation]]'', it can fold up and store in its owner's back, [[Autotransformation|automatically transforming]] back into a blaster when pressing on the latch at the back that's holding the spring-loaded mechanisms in place.

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[[File:TF-MP-44-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[August 24]], [[2019]])

:The all-new mold of ''Masterpiece'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP44|MP-44 Convoy]] also comes with an Ion Blaster as usual, and like the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, it doesn't transform into storage mode. However, the barrel can attach one of the effect parts for the jetpack.

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====''Titanium Series''====
[[File:TF-Titanium-Series-Cybertron-Heroes-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime`s gun before some decepti-morons spray painted it black.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (6" Cybertron Heroes, 2006)
*'''War Within Optimus Prime vs. War Within Megatron Battlepack''' (Multipack, 2007)
:The silver ion blaster that comes with [[Titanium Series]] [[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]] Optimus Prime featured the first name of its designer, [[Don Figueroa]], sculpted into its sides.
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====''Classics'' (2006)====
[[File:TF-MP-Optimus-Prime-20th-Anniversary-DVD-Edition-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|And it's blue [[for safety reasons]]!]]
* '''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)
:When 20th Anniversary/Masterpiece Optimus Prime was released in the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' toyline to commemorate the 20th Anniversary DVD release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', his ion blaster was coloured ''blue'' for some reason.
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[[File:PepsiOptimusPrime.JPG|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Pepsi Optimus Prime''' (Autobot, [[2007]])
:A retool of the original Generation 1 Optimus Prime toy, his laser rifle was redubbed the ion blaster to fit in line with Hasbro's modern naming scheme.
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====''Transformers'' (2010)====
[[File:Transformers2010toy-HasbroMP10OptimusPrime-IonCannon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|So this explains how different characters pull out ridiculous big guns from their behind.]]
*'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' ([[2012]])
:The [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Masterpiece Optimus Prime]] toy is Hasbro's release of the MP-10 Convoy mold, featuring various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. His Ion blaster was re-dubbed into an "Ion Cannon," but is otherwise unchanged.
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====''Generations''====
{{anchor|Legends}}
[[File:Generationstoy-T30-LegendsOptimusPrimeRoller.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Roller''' (Legends Class, [[2013]])
*'''Optimus Prime & Bumblebee''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations:]] [[Thrilling 30]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Legends|Optimus Prime]] comes with his Ion Blaster which has both [[5 mm post|5mm]] and [[C joint|3mm post]]s, allowing it to peg onto his hands and roof, as well as onto [[Roller (G1)#Generations|Roller]]'s 5mm hole in vehicle mode and onto his 3mm hole in weapon mode. The butt of the Ion Blaster can also be inserted between the barrels of Roller's weapon mode to form a longer weapon.
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[[File:Generationstoy-T30OrionPax.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, 2013)
*'''Orion Pax VS Megatronus''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''Generations: Thrilling 30'' Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Deluxe|Orion Pax]] comes with his Ion Blaster, which can peg onto 5mm ports on his hands and vehicle rear sides.
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===Movie Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys}}
====''Transformers'' (2007)====
=====Leader Class toys=====
[[File:MovieLeader OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Watch out! He's got an ion blaster!" *little plastic balls shoot out*]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, UK 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, USA [[2008]])
:The initial mold for the ''[[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Transformers]]'' (2007) Leader Class Optimus Prime featured a spring-loaded ion blaster mounted on the side of his arm. It was deployed via [[Automorph Technology|Automorphing]] by sliding a lever, which caused the gun to flip over and cover his hand. This gun was replaced by an [[Dual Energon Swords|energon sword]] on the "Premium" [[retool]]/[[redeco]] of this toy in 2008.
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=====''Robot Replicas''=====
[[File:Optimusprimemovierobotreplicas.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Robot Replica, 2007)
*'''Megatron vs. Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2007)
:[[Robot Replicas]] Optimus Prime featured an ion blaster that could replace his right forearm.
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====''Revenge of the Fallen''====
[[File:ROTF Leader BusterOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Buster Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)
*'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2009)
:The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese/Asia-exclusive ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Buster Optimus Prime (itself a retool of the regular Leader Class ''Revenge'' Optimus Prime) featured an ion blaster that was assembled from his vehicle mode's fuel tanks and smokestacks. The transforming blaster was designed by [[Hironori Kobayashi]], the TakaraTomy designer best known for his work on the ''[[Binaltech]]''/''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' and ''Masterpiece'' toylines.
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====''Dark of the Moon''====
=====Deluxe Class toys=====
*'''Lunarfire Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)
:This redeco of Deluxe-Class Optimus Prime has a redecoed version of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[MechTech]] Voyager Class Optimus Prime's Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon.
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=====Voyager Class toys=====
[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This new mold ''Dark of the Moon'' MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime has a MechTech Ion Blaster that converts into a Battle Cannon.
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[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-DA03-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime / MechTech Trailer''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
*'''Tritanium Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This Japanese exclusive retool of MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime, aside from coming with a MechTech trailer, has a new mold of the Ion Blaster that converts into an [[Dual Energon Swords|Energon Sword]].

:As the blaster is painted clear plastic, exercise caution while mounting onto several figures or otherwise: the painted handle is prone to chipping if mounted onto the slightly narrow hands or the trailer's sideways MechTech ports.
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=====Supreme Class toys=====
{{picsneeded|Ion blaster parts}}
[[File:DOTM MechTech JetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version''' (MechTech Supreme, cancelled)
*'''JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver.''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (Amazon.com-exclusive MechTech Supreme, 2012)

:A retooled version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Class Buster Optimus Prime with a humongous [[jet pack|jet-pack]] and massive dual Gatling cannons. The transforming fuel tanks/ion blaster parts are retained.

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====''Studio Series''====
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-32-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[2018]])
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, [[2019]])
:This [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#SS32|retool]] of the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|original]] ''[[Studio Series]]'' Optimus replaces his Energon swords with an ion blaster. The Voyager release includes black paint applications on the barrel; the Leader omits these.
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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-38-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2019]])

:This new mold of Optimus Prime also comes with a ''Generation 1''-inspired Ion Blaster.

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===Prime===
While not named in the package, many of these Primes come with a weapon that is molded after the blaster.
====Prime: First Edition====
[[File:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)
*'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (Entertainment Pack, 2011)

:The Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a rifle that is modeled after his in-show Ion Blaster.
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[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)
*'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[June 16|06-16]])
*'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[December 1|12-01]])

:See: [[Plasma cannon#Prime 2|Plasma Cannon#First Edition]]

:The Voyager-sized First Edition Optimus Prime also comes with a rifle that is based on his Ion Blaster, but instead it was called a "Plasma cannon"! yeahbutwha?

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====Cyberverse====
[[File:Primetoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)\
*'''Autobot Set''' (EZ Collection 6-pack, 2012-[[November 24|11-24]])

:This smaller commander-sized mold of ''Prime'' Optimus Prime comes with a pair of "battle cannon" weapons that resembles his Ion blasters, which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held by his hands, or store/mount onto numerous ports on his person.
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====Weaponizer Class Toys====
[[File:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.33]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)

:This Leader-sized Optimus Prime comes with a pistol-sized Ion Blaster.

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==Notes==
*In the original toy and the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]], Prime's weapon was referred to as a '''laser rifle''', but many newer toys have called it an ion blaster.
*One notable aspect of Optimus Prime's [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Generation 1 and Generation 2 toys]] is that the figure can only hold it by the ammo casing, as the weapon handle is unable to fit in Prime's hand. Also, the gun's rifle butt is too large for Prime to hold it straight, so the gun must be turned at a slight angle. Strangely, this has never been altered in reissues.
*The Japanese-exclusive ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]]'' toy packaging calls this weapon the '''Convoy Gun'''.
*In the [[Transformers (film)|2007 movie]], the Ion Blaster is seen only once being used against [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. ONCE.
*In ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'', the Ion Blaster was redesigned, given that it was now stored in Prime's trailer as opposed to being formed out of the fuel tanks of his vehicle mode.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Laser Rifle''' (レーザーライフル ''Rēzā Raifuru'')

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Beast Wars: Uprising weapons]]
[[Category:Blasters]]
[[Category:Dark of the Moon weapons]]
[[Category:Generation 1 weapons]]
[[Category:Ion weapons|Blaster]]
[[Category:Movie weapons]]
[[Category:Studio Series]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron weapons]]

Ion blaster

2020-05-31T09:07:37Z

H1ya: /* Prime cartoon */

[[File:Optimusg1.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I'm a pacifist, but only to a point.]]
The '''ion blaster''' is a kind of [[laser rifle]] and the primary weapon of several [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]]. Only used by the [[Prime (rank)|leader]] of the [[Autobot]]s when all attempts at peace have failed, the ion blaster ensures that freedom is the right of all sentient beings, and strikes fear in the [[spark]]s of the [[Decepticon]]s who are foolish enough to challenge him.

Except [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Only [[Primus]] knows how many times Optimus has shot Megatron and failed to kill him. [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] knows that frustration all too well.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
[[File:RevengeofBruticus Primefiringguns.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Prime doesn't limit himself to just the one weapon, of course.]]
[[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Grimlock]] used the ion blaster against [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] after [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] was defeated and brought before [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]]. {{storylink|War of the Dinobots}}

Optimus Prime's ion blaster was stolen from him a few times. The first was when the Decepticons tried to take over [[New York City]], when he was disassembled by [[Hook (G1)|Hook]]. The [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]] then placed the arm and ion blaster atop the command post of the newly dubbed [[New Cybertron]]. As part of the building's weapons systems, Megatron used the blaster to begin firing on the Autobots. However, when Megatron and [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] were removed from the command post, Optimus Prime was able to regain control of the weapon and hit [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] with it, sending him to the hard pavement below. {{storylink|City of Steel (episode)|City of Steel}}

Later, the human-built ninjabot [[Nightbird (G1)|Nightbird]] stole the ion blaster when she tried to steal the [[World Energy Chip]], but Optimus Prime recovered it rather quickly. {{storylink|Enter the Nightbird}}

When both Autobots and Decepticons briefly allied to free Cybertron from the rogue [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]], Optimus used his blaster to target [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]'s weakpoint, felling the [[combiner]]. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}

During the [[Battle of Autobot City]], Optimus attempted to use it to slay Megatron once and for all only for [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] to interfere. {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

Upon being revived by [[Quintesson]]s, Optimus used the weapon to chase away [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening}} When properly returned to life, Optimus kept his weapon and used it in the final battles of the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]]. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}
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===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:PrimeDirective5-IonBlaster.jpg|thumb|upright=0.55|Because the middle of your back is the easiest place to reach.]]
During a fight with [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], Optimus Prime drove up on the massive robot while removing his ion blaster from a compartment on his back. Then he shot Devastator's face off. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 5}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:OpTransformsSu.jpg|left|upright=1.4|thumb|Replacement ion rifle hinges: hard to find.]]

Ion blasters were among the weapons the [[Decepticon]]s smuggled onto [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] via [[Hefter]]. [[Jetfire (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jetfire]] grabbed one and shot down a Decepticon enforcer, saving the life of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Orion Pax]]. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}} [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]] later claimed the weapon as evidence in the case. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

[[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]] fashioned Optimus Prime's ion blaster during his first campaign in the [[Manganese Mountains]], though unfortunately Prime mistook Ironfist for his chief rival, [[Skyfall (G1)|Skyfall]]. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|Last Stand of the Wreckers #4}}

While in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], Optimus Prime keeps his (folded up) ion blaster in his cab. When he [[transformation|transforms]], the Ion blaster is ejected, allowing him to grab it in midair. So ''that's'' where it goes. Now if we could only figure out where the [[trailer]] goes... During the course of the battle, a shot from Prime's ion blaster managed to ''blow up'' [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]]'s much-more powerful [[fusion cannon]] by entering through the cannon's barrel. {{storylink|Escalation issue 5|Escalation #5}}

He kept the weapon after changing his name back to Orion Pax {{storylink|Syndromica (2)}} before getting a version incorporated into his left arm. {{storylink|Homecoming (IDW)|Homecoming}} Despite this, he reverted to the hand held version soon after. {{storylink|Black Metal: Dark Cybertron Chapter 2|Black Metal}}

While speaking to the [[President of the United States]], Optimus regarded the weapon before he handed it off to [[Aileron]] who spent the rest of the day awkwardly carrying around a gun half her size. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

Optimus' ion blaster was last seen in his possession as he and [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Arcee]] fought through a horde of [[Unicron's antibodies]] as they followed the [[Talisman (G1)|Talisman]] to [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] before Optimus sacrificed himself to fell the monster. {{storylink|Ceremony}}
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===Live-action film series===
[[File:ROTF Optimus ion blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Any last words?" "The Fallen shall rise again!" "That sounds like an oxymoron." "Your mother is an oxymor-" *Bang*]]
[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s primary range weapon is an ion blaster, though he prefers to use his [[Dual Energon Swords]] in combat, leaving the blaster stored in his back in the form of fuel tanks. Once fired, it releases a wave of radiation condensed into an energy ball that will destroy anything in its path.<ref>[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/discover/Battle-Bios.cfm Battle Bios at Hasbro.com]</ref> During the battle of [[Mission City]], Optimus managed to get off a single shot of his ion blaster at [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] before he was sent flying by the latter's [[fusion cannon]]. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}

Two years later, Optimus was fighting [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]] in [[Shanghai]] and critically injured the Decepticon by putting several point blank shots into his head. He later executed the dying [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicon]] with a shot through the optic. Several days later, Optimus shot at Megatron and [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] with his ion blaster and [[barrage cannon]] while rescuing [[Sam Witwicky]]. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen}}

Three years later, during his battle against [[Sentinel Prime (ROTF)|Sentinel Prime]] in [[Chicago]], Optimus Prime tried to defend himself from the Decepticons fighter ships using his ion blaster, but was mostly unsuccessful and apparently lost his blaster in the explosions. {{storylink|Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon}}
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===''Prime'' cartoon===
[[File:Prime optimusionblaster.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|aM jUsT fIrInG mA lAzErZ]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] had two ion blasters retracted in each arm which fired powerful energy blasts. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} After being upgraded to a stronger body by the [[Forge of Solus Prime]], Optimus Prime got a new, more powerful ion blaster which resembled a handheld machine gun. Having the same model as his leader, [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] also had two installed, although he never got the cool machine gun. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}

While preparing for the battle against [[Unicron/Aligned|Unicron]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] reviewed the arsenal aboard the [[Trypticon (WFC)|''Nemesis'']] which included ion blasters. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Prime)|Predacons Rising}}

The design of this blaster was also used for Prime's [[Path Blaster|Path Blaster]]. {{storylink|Fall of Cybertron}}

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===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
[[Snapper]] swore by "Prime's Ion Blaster". {{storylink|Cultural Appropriation}}

==Games==
===''Transformers: War for Cybertron''===
[[File:WFCionblasterstats.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|Elmer Fudd called he wants his Bunny-wabbit hunting gun back!]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime's]] signature weapon is a little more powerful than the [[Neutron assault rifle]], but with twice the rate of fire, it makes a suitable weapon for the [[Leader (WFC)|Leader]] class. 

'''Carried by:''' Leaders, Optimus
*The blaster has the following in-game stats:
**''Damage:'' 4
**''Range:'' 5
**''Accuracy:'' 4
**''Rate of Fire:'' 10

*Max Load: 300
*Per Mag: 50

==Toys==
===Generation 1 Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (G1)/toys}}
====''20th Anniversary''/''Masterpiece''====
[[File:TF-MP-1-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2003]]/[[2004]])
*'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, 2004)
*'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]], [[2009]])
*'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' ([[2010]])
:20th Anniversary/''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] was one of the first Optimus Prime toys to refer to his iconic laser rifle as an "ion blaster". The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese releases of this figure have consistently coloured the rifle dark grey, and while early releases of [[Hasbro]]'s followed suit, they were very quickly changed to black as a [[Variant#Colors and deco|running change]].

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[[File:MP-10 toy photo.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[2011]])
:[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of Generation 1 Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]], and comes with a trailer and various accessories, including a smaller, new-mold ion blaster. It can be hand-held or mount onto [[Roller (G1)#Masterpiece|Roller]], or store in blaster mode inside the [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]], regardless of which configuration the trailer is in. Just like its appearance in ''[[The Transformers: Escalation]]'', it can fold up and store in its owner's back, [[Autotransformation|automatically transforming]] back into a blaster when pressing on the latch at the back that's holding the spring-loaded mechanisms in place.

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[[File:TF-MP-44-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[August 24]], [[2019]])

:The all-new mold of ''Masterpiece'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP44|MP-44 Convoy]] also comes with an Ion Blaster as usual, and like the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, it doesn't transform into storage mode. However, the barrel can attach one of the effect parts for the jetpack.

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====''Titanium Series''====
[[File:TF-Titanium-Series-Cybertron-Heroes-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime`s gun before some decepti-morons spray painted it black.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (6" Cybertron Heroes, 2006)
*'''War Within Optimus Prime vs. War Within Megatron Battlepack''' (Multipack, 2007)
:The silver ion blaster that comes with [[Titanium Series]] [[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]] Optimus Prime featured the first name of its designer, [[Don Figueroa]], sculpted into its sides.
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====''Classics'' (2006)====
[[File:TF-MP-Optimus-Prime-20th-Anniversary-DVD-Edition-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|And it's blue [[for safety reasons]]!]]
* '''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)
:When 20th Anniversary/Masterpiece Optimus Prime was released in the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' toyline to commemorate the 20th Anniversary DVD release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', his ion blaster was coloured ''blue'' for some reason.
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[[File:PepsiOptimusPrime.JPG|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Pepsi Optimus Prime''' (Autobot, [[2007]])
:A retool of the original Generation 1 Optimus Prime toy, his laser rifle was redubbed the ion blaster to fit in line with Hasbro's modern naming scheme.
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====''Transformers'' (2010)====
[[File:Transformers2010toy-HasbroMP10OptimusPrime-IonCannon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|So this explains how different characters pull out ridiculous big guns from their behind.]]
*'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' ([[2012]])
:The [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Masterpiece Optimus Prime]] toy is Hasbro's release of the MP-10 Convoy mold, featuring various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. His Ion blaster was re-dubbed into an "Ion Cannon," but is otherwise unchanged.
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====''Generations''====
{{anchor|Legends}}
[[File:Generationstoy-T30-LegendsOptimusPrimeRoller.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Roller''' (Legends Class, [[2013]])
*'''Optimus Prime & Bumblebee''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations:]] [[Thrilling 30]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Legends|Optimus Prime]] comes with his Ion Blaster which has both [[5 mm post|5mm]] and [[C joint|3mm post]]s, allowing it to peg onto his hands and roof, as well as onto [[Roller (G1)#Generations|Roller]]'s 5mm hole in vehicle mode and onto his 3mm hole in weapon mode. The butt of the Ion Blaster can also be inserted between the barrels of Roller's weapon mode to form a longer weapon.
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[[File:Generationstoy-T30OrionPax.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, 2013)
*'''Orion Pax VS Megatronus''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''Generations: Thrilling 30'' Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Deluxe|Orion Pax]] comes with his Ion Blaster, which can peg onto 5mm ports on his hands and vehicle rear sides.
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===Movie Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys}}
====''Transformers'' (2007)====
=====Leader Class toys=====
[[File:MovieLeader OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Watch out! He's got an ion blaster!" *little plastic balls shoot out*]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, UK 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, USA [[2008]])
:The initial mold for the ''[[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Transformers]]'' (2007) Leader Class Optimus Prime featured a spring-loaded ion blaster mounted on the side of his arm. It was deployed via [[Automorph Technology|Automorphing]] by sliding a lever, which caused the gun to flip over and cover his hand. This gun was replaced by an [[Dual Energon Swords|energon sword]] on the "Premium" [[retool]]/[[redeco]] of this toy in 2008.
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=====''Robot Replicas''=====
[[File:Optimusprimemovierobotreplicas.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Robot Replica, 2007)
*'''Megatron vs. Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2007)
:[[Robot Replicas]] Optimus Prime featured an ion blaster that could replace his right forearm.
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====''Revenge of the Fallen''====
[[File:ROTF Leader BusterOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Buster Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)
*'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2009)
:The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese/Asia-exclusive ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Buster Optimus Prime (itself a retool of the regular Leader Class ''Revenge'' Optimus Prime) featured an ion blaster that was assembled from his vehicle mode's fuel tanks and smokestacks. The transforming blaster was designed by [[Hironori Kobayashi]], the TakaraTomy designer best known for his work on the ''[[Binaltech]]''/''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' and ''Masterpiece'' toylines.
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====''Dark of the Moon''====
=====Deluxe Class toys=====
*'''Lunarfire Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)
:This redeco of Deluxe-Class Optimus Prime has a redecoed version of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[MechTech]] Voyager Class Optimus Prime's Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon.
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=====Voyager Class toys=====
[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This new mold ''Dark of the Moon'' MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime has a MechTech Ion Blaster that converts into a Battle Cannon.
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[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-DA03-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime / MechTech Trailer''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
*'''Tritanium Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This Japanese exclusive retool of MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime, aside from coming with a MechTech trailer, has a new mold of the Ion Blaster that converts into an [[Dual Energon Swords|Energon Sword]].

:As the blaster is painted clear plastic, exercise caution while mounting onto several figures or otherwise: the painted handle is prone to chipping if mounted onto the slightly narrow hands or the trailer's sideways MechTech ports.
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=====Supreme Class toys=====
{{picsneeded|Ion blaster parts}}
[[File:DOTM MechTech JetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version''' (MechTech Supreme, cancelled)
*'''JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver.''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (Amazon.com-exclusive MechTech Supreme, 2012)

:A retooled version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Class Buster Optimus Prime with a humongous [[jet pack|jet-pack]] and massive dual Gatling cannons. The transforming fuel tanks/ion blaster parts are retained.

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====''Studio Series''====
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-32-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[2018]])
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, [[2019]])
:This [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#SS32|retool]] of the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|original]] ''[[Studio Series]]'' Optimus replaces his Energon swords with an ion blaster. The Voyager release includes black paint applications on the barrel; the Leader omits these.
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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-38-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2019]])

:This new mold of Optimus Prime also comes with a ''Generation 1''-inspired Ion Blaster.

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===Prime===
While not named in the package, many of these Primes come with a weapon that is molded after the blaster.
====Prime: First Edition====
[[File:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)
*'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (Entertainment Pack, 2011)

:The Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a rifle that is modeled after his in-show Ion Blaster.
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[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)
*'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[June 16|06-16]])
*'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[December 1|12-01]])

:See: [[Plasma cannon#Prime 2|Plasma Cannon#First Edition]]

:The Voyager-sized First Edition Optimus Prime also comes with a rifle that is based on his Ion Blaster, but instead it was called a "Plasma cannon"! yeahbutwha?

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====Cyberverse====
[[File:Primetoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)\
*'''Autobot Set''' (EZ Collection 6-pack, 2012-[[November 24|11-24]])

:This smaller commander-sized mold of ''Prime'' Optimus Prime comes with a pair of "battle cannon" weapons that resembles his Ion blasters, which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held by his hands, or store/mount onto numerous ports on his person.
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====Weaponizer Class Toys====
[[File:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.33]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)

:This Leader-sized Optimus Prime comes with a pistol-sized Ion Blaster.

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==Notes==
*In the original toy and the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]], Prime's weapon was referred to as a '''laser rifle''', but many newer toys have called it an ion blaster.
*One notable aspect of Optimus Prime's [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Generation 1 and Generation 2 toys]] is that the figure can only hold it by the ammo casing, as the weapon handle is unable to fit in Prime's hand. Also, the gun's rifle butt is too large for Prime to hold it straight, so the gun must be turned at a slight angle. Strangely, this has never been altered in reissues.
*The Japanese-exclusive ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]]'' toy packaging calls this weapon the '''Convoy Gun'''.
*In the [[Transformers (film)|2007 movie]], the Ion Blaster is seen only once being used against [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. ONCE.
*In ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'', the Ion Blaster was redesigned, given that it was now stored in Prime's trailer as opposed to being formed out of the fuel tanks of his vehicle mode.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Laser Rifle''' (レーザーライフル ''Rēzā Raifuru'')

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Beast Wars: Uprising weapons]]
[[Category:Blasters]]
[[Category:Dark of the Moon weapons]]
[[Category:Generation 1 weapons]]
[[Category:Ion weapons|Blaster]]
[[Category:Movie weapons]]
[[Category:Studio Series]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron weapons]]

Ion blaster

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H1ya: /* Prime cartoon */

[[File:Optimusg1.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I'm a pacifist, but only to a point.]]
The '''ion blaster''' is a kind of [[laser rifle]] and the primary weapon of several [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]]. Only used by the [[Prime (rank)|leader]] of the [[Autobot]]s when all attempts at peace have failed, the ion blaster ensures that freedom is the right of all sentient beings, and strikes fear in the [[spark]]s of the [[Decepticon]]s who are foolish enough to challenge him.

Except [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Only [[Primus]] knows how many times Optimus has shot Megatron and failed to kill him. [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] knows that frustration all too well.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
[[File:RevengeofBruticus Primefiringguns.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Prime doesn't limit himself to just the one weapon, of course.]]
[[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Grimlock]] used the ion blaster against [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] after [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] was defeated and brought before [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]]. {{storylink|War of the Dinobots}}

Optimus Prime's ion blaster was stolen from him a few times. The first was when the Decepticons tried to take over [[New York City]], when he was disassembled by [[Hook (G1)|Hook]]. The [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]] then placed the arm and ion blaster atop the command post of the newly dubbed [[New Cybertron]]. As part of the building's weapons systems, Megatron used the blaster to begin firing on the Autobots. However, when Megatron and [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] were removed from the command post, Optimus Prime was able to regain control of the weapon and hit [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] with it, sending him to the hard pavement below. {{storylink|City of Steel (episode)|City of Steel}}

Later, the human-built ninjabot [[Nightbird (G1)|Nightbird]] stole the ion blaster when she tried to steal the [[World Energy Chip]], but Optimus Prime recovered it rather quickly. {{storylink|Enter the Nightbird}}

When both Autobots and Decepticons briefly allied to free Cybertron from the rogue [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]], Optimus used his blaster to target [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]'s weakpoint, felling the [[combiner]]. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}

During the [[Battle of Autobot City]], Optimus attempted to use it to slay Megatron once and for all only for [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] to interfere. {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

Upon being revived by [[Quintesson]]s, Optimus used the weapon to chase away [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening}} When properly returned to life, Optimus kept his weapon and used it in the final battles of the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]]. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}
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===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:PrimeDirective5-IonBlaster.jpg|thumb|upright=0.55|Because the middle of your back is the easiest place to reach.]]
During a fight with [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], Optimus Prime drove up on the massive robot while removing his ion blaster from a compartment on his back. Then he shot Devastator's face off. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 5}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:OpTransformsSu.jpg|left|upright=1.4|thumb|Replacement ion rifle hinges: hard to find.]]

Ion blasters were among the weapons the [[Decepticon]]s smuggled onto [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] via [[Hefter]]. [[Jetfire (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jetfire]] grabbed one and shot down a Decepticon enforcer, saving the life of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Orion Pax]]. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}} [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]] later claimed the weapon as evidence in the case. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

[[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]] fashioned Optimus Prime's ion blaster during his first campaign in the [[Manganese Mountains]], though unfortunately Prime mistook Ironfist for his chief rival, [[Skyfall (G1)|Skyfall]]. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|Last Stand of the Wreckers #4}}

While in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], Optimus Prime keeps his (folded up) ion blaster in his cab. When he [[transformation|transforms]], the Ion blaster is ejected, allowing him to grab it in midair. So ''that's'' where it goes. Now if we could only figure out where the [[trailer]] goes... During the course of the battle, a shot from Prime's ion blaster managed to ''blow up'' [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]]'s much-more powerful [[fusion cannon]] by entering through the cannon's barrel. {{storylink|Escalation issue 5|Escalation #5}}

He kept the weapon after changing his name back to Orion Pax {{storylink|Syndromica (2)}} before getting a version incorporated into his left arm. {{storylink|Homecoming (IDW)|Homecoming}} Despite this, he reverted to the hand held version soon after. {{storylink|Black Metal: Dark Cybertron Chapter 2|Black Metal}}

While speaking to the [[President of the United States]], Optimus regarded the weapon before he handed it off to [[Aileron]] who spent the rest of the day awkwardly carrying around a gun half her size. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

Optimus' ion blaster was last seen in his possession as he and [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Arcee]] fought through a horde of [[Unicron's antibodies]] as they followed the [[Talisman (G1)|Talisman]] to [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] before Optimus sacrificed himself to fell the monster. {{storylink|Ceremony}}
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===Live-action film series===
[[File:ROTF Optimus ion blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Any last words?" "The Fallen shall rise again!" "That sounds like an oxymoron." "Your mother is an oxymor-" *Bang*]]
[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s primary range weapon is an ion blaster, though he prefers to use his [[Dual Energon Swords]] in combat, leaving the blaster stored in his back in the form of fuel tanks. Once fired, it releases a wave of radiation condensed into an energy ball that will destroy anything in its path.<ref>[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/discover/Battle-Bios.cfm Battle Bios at Hasbro.com]</ref> During the battle of [[Mission City]], Optimus managed to get off a single shot of his ion blaster at [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] before he was sent flying by the latter's [[fusion cannon]]. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}

Two years later, Optimus was fighting [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]] in [[Shanghai]] and critically injured the Decepticon by putting several point blank shots into his head. He later executed the dying [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicon]] with a shot through the optic. Several days later, Optimus shot at Megatron and [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] with his ion blaster and [[barrage cannon]] while rescuing [[Sam Witwicky]]. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen}}

Three years later, during his battle against [[Sentinel Prime (ROTF)|Sentinel Prime]] in [[Chicago]], Optimus Prime tried to defend himself from the Decepticons fighter ships using his ion blaster, but was mostly unsuccessful and apparently lost his blaster in the explosions. {{storylink|Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon}}
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===''Prime'' cartoon===
[[File:Prime optimusionblaster.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|aM jUsT fIrInG mA lAzErZ]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] had two ion blasters retracted in each arm which fired powerful energy blasts. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} After being upgraded to a stronger body by the [[Forge of Solus Prime]], Optimus Prime got a new, more powerful ion blaster which resembled a handheld machine gun. Having the same model as his leader, [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] also had two installed, although he never got the cool machine gun. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}

While preparing for the battle against [[Unicron/Aligned|Unicron]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] reviewed the arsenal aboard the [[Trypticon (WFC)|''Nemesis'']] which included ion blasters. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Prime)|Predacons Rising}}

The design of this blaster was also used for Prime's Path Blaster in Fall of Cybertron.

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===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
[[Snapper]] swore by "Prime's Ion Blaster". {{storylink|Cultural Appropriation}}

==Games==
===''Transformers: War for Cybertron''===
[[File:WFCionblasterstats.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|Elmer Fudd called he wants his Bunny-wabbit hunting gun back!]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime's]] signature weapon is a little more powerful than the [[Neutron assault rifle]], but with twice the rate of fire, it makes a suitable weapon for the [[Leader (WFC)|Leader]] class. 

'''Carried by:''' Leaders, Optimus
*The blaster has the following in-game stats:
**''Damage:'' 4
**''Range:'' 5
**''Accuracy:'' 4
**''Rate of Fire:'' 10

*Max Load: 300
*Per Mag: 50

==Toys==
===Generation 1 Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (G1)/toys}}
====''20th Anniversary''/''Masterpiece''====
[[File:TF-MP-1-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2003]]/[[2004]])
*'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, 2004)
*'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]], [[2009]])
*'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' ([[2010]])
:20th Anniversary/''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] was one of the first Optimus Prime toys to refer to his iconic laser rifle as an "ion blaster". The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese releases of this figure have consistently coloured the rifle dark grey, and while early releases of [[Hasbro]]'s followed suit, they were very quickly changed to black as a [[Variant#Colors and deco|running change]].

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[[File:MP-10 toy photo.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[2011]])
:[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of Generation 1 Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]], and comes with a trailer and various accessories, including a smaller, new-mold ion blaster. It can be hand-held or mount onto [[Roller (G1)#Masterpiece|Roller]], or store in blaster mode inside the [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]], regardless of which configuration the trailer is in. Just like its appearance in ''[[The Transformers: Escalation]]'', it can fold up and store in its owner's back, [[Autotransformation|automatically transforming]] back into a blaster when pressing on the latch at the back that's holding the spring-loaded mechanisms in place.

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[[File:TF-MP-44-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[August 24]], [[2019]])

:The all-new mold of ''Masterpiece'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP44|MP-44 Convoy]] also comes with an Ion Blaster as usual, and like the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, it doesn't transform into storage mode. However, the barrel can attach one of the effect parts for the jetpack.

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====''Titanium Series''====
[[File:TF-Titanium-Series-Cybertron-Heroes-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime`s gun before some decepti-morons spray painted it black.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (6" Cybertron Heroes, 2006)
*'''War Within Optimus Prime vs. War Within Megatron Battlepack''' (Multipack, 2007)
:The silver ion blaster that comes with [[Titanium Series]] [[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]] Optimus Prime featured the first name of its designer, [[Don Figueroa]], sculpted into its sides.
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====''Classics'' (2006)====
[[File:TF-MP-Optimus-Prime-20th-Anniversary-DVD-Edition-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|And it's blue [[for safety reasons]]!]]
* '''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)
:When 20th Anniversary/Masterpiece Optimus Prime was released in the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' toyline to commemorate the 20th Anniversary DVD release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', his ion blaster was coloured ''blue'' for some reason.
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[[File:PepsiOptimusPrime.JPG|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Pepsi Optimus Prime''' (Autobot, [[2007]])
:A retool of the original Generation 1 Optimus Prime toy, his laser rifle was redubbed the ion blaster to fit in line with Hasbro's modern naming scheme.
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====''Transformers'' (2010)====
[[File:Transformers2010toy-HasbroMP10OptimusPrime-IonCannon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|So this explains how different characters pull out ridiculous big guns from their behind.]]
*'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' ([[2012]])
:The [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Masterpiece Optimus Prime]] toy is Hasbro's release of the MP-10 Convoy mold, featuring various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. His Ion blaster was re-dubbed into an "Ion Cannon," but is otherwise unchanged.
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====''Generations''====
{{anchor|Legends}}
[[File:Generationstoy-T30-LegendsOptimusPrimeRoller.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Roller''' (Legends Class, [[2013]])
*'''Optimus Prime & Bumblebee''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations:]] [[Thrilling 30]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Legends|Optimus Prime]] comes with his Ion Blaster which has both [[5 mm post|5mm]] and [[C joint|3mm post]]s, allowing it to peg onto his hands and roof, as well as onto [[Roller (G1)#Generations|Roller]]'s 5mm hole in vehicle mode and onto his 3mm hole in weapon mode. The butt of the Ion Blaster can also be inserted between the barrels of Roller's weapon mode to form a longer weapon.
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[[File:Generationstoy-T30OrionPax.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, 2013)
*'''Orion Pax VS Megatronus''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''Generations: Thrilling 30'' Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Deluxe|Orion Pax]] comes with his Ion Blaster, which can peg onto 5mm ports on his hands and vehicle rear sides.
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===Movie Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys}}
====''Transformers'' (2007)====
=====Leader Class toys=====
[[File:MovieLeader OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Watch out! He's got an ion blaster!" *little plastic balls shoot out*]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, UK 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, USA [[2008]])
:The initial mold for the ''[[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Transformers]]'' (2007) Leader Class Optimus Prime featured a spring-loaded ion blaster mounted on the side of his arm. It was deployed via [[Automorph Technology|Automorphing]] by sliding a lever, which caused the gun to flip over and cover his hand. This gun was replaced by an [[Dual Energon Swords|energon sword]] on the "Premium" [[retool]]/[[redeco]] of this toy in 2008.
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=====''Robot Replicas''=====
[[File:Optimusprimemovierobotreplicas.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Robot Replica, 2007)
*'''Megatron vs. Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2007)
:[[Robot Replicas]] Optimus Prime featured an ion blaster that could replace his right forearm.
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====''Revenge of the Fallen''====
[[File:ROTF Leader BusterOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Buster Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)
*'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2009)
:The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese/Asia-exclusive ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Buster Optimus Prime (itself a retool of the regular Leader Class ''Revenge'' Optimus Prime) featured an ion blaster that was assembled from his vehicle mode's fuel tanks and smokestacks. The transforming blaster was designed by [[Hironori Kobayashi]], the TakaraTomy designer best known for his work on the ''[[Binaltech]]''/''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' and ''Masterpiece'' toylines.
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====''Dark of the Moon''====
=====Deluxe Class toys=====
*'''Lunarfire Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)
:This redeco of Deluxe-Class Optimus Prime has a redecoed version of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[MechTech]] Voyager Class Optimus Prime's Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon.
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=====Voyager Class toys=====
[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This new mold ''Dark of the Moon'' MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime has a MechTech Ion Blaster that converts into a Battle Cannon.
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[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-DA03-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime / MechTech Trailer''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
*'''Tritanium Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This Japanese exclusive retool of MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime, aside from coming with a MechTech trailer, has a new mold of the Ion Blaster that converts into an [[Dual Energon Swords|Energon Sword]].

:As the blaster is painted clear plastic, exercise caution while mounting onto several figures or otherwise: the painted handle is prone to chipping if mounted onto the slightly narrow hands or the trailer's sideways MechTech ports.
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=====Supreme Class toys=====
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[[File:DOTM MechTech JetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version''' (MechTech Supreme, cancelled)
*'''JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver.''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (Amazon.com-exclusive MechTech Supreme, 2012)

:A retooled version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Class Buster Optimus Prime with a humongous [[jet pack|jet-pack]] and massive dual Gatling cannons. The transforming fuel tanks/ion blaster parts are retained.

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====''Studio Series''====
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-32-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[2018]])
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, [[2019]])
:This [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#SS32|retool]] of the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|original]] ''[[Studio Series]]'' Optimus replaces his Energon swords with an ion blaster. The Voyager release includes black paint applications on the barrel; the Leader omits these.
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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-38-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2019]])

:This new mold of Optimus Prime also comes with a ''Generation 1''-inspired Ion Blaster.

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===Prime===
While not named in the package, many of these Primes come with a weapon that is molded after the blaster.
====Prime: First Edition====
[[File:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)
*'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (Entertainment Pack, 2011)

:The Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a rifle that is modeled after his in-show Ion Blaster.
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[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)
*'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[June 16|06-16]])
*'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[December 1|12-01]])

:See: [[Plasma cannon#Prime 2|Plasma Cannon#First Edition]]

:The Voyager-sized First Edition Optimus Prime also comes with a rifle that is based on his Ion Blaster, but instead it was called a "Plasma cannon"! yeahbutwha?

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====Cyberverse====
[[File:Primetoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)\
*'''Autobot Set''' (EZ Collection 6-pack, 2012-[[November 24|11-24]])

:This smaller commander-sized mold of ''Prime'' Optimus Prime comes with a pair of "battle cannon" weapons that resembles his Ion blasters, which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held by his hands, or store/mount onto numerous ports on his person.
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====Weaponizer Class Toys====
[[File:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.33]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)

:This Leader-sized Optimus Prime comes with a pistol-sized Ion Blaster.

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==Notes==
*In the original toy and the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]], Prime's weapon was referred to as a '''laser rifle''', but many newer toys have called it an ion blaster.
*One notable aspect of Optimus Prime's [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Generation 1 and Generation 2 toys]] is that the figure can only hold it by the ammo casing, as the weapon handle is unable to fit in Prime's hand. Also, the gun's rifle butt is too large for Prime to hold it straight, so the gun must be turned at a slight angle. Strangely, this has never been altered in reissues.
*The Japanese-exclusive ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]]'' toy packaging calls this weapon the '''Convoy Gun'''.
*In the [[Transformers (film)|2007 movie]], the Ion Blaster is seen only once being used against [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. ONCE.
*In ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'', the Ion Blaster was redesigned, given that it was now stored in Prime's trailer as opposed to being formed out of the fuel tanks of his vehicle mode.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Laser Rifle''' (レーザーライフル ''Rēzā Raifuru'')

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Beast Wars: Uprising weapons]]
[[Category:Blasters]]
[[Category:Dark of the Moon weapons]]
[[Category:Generation 1 weapons]]
[[Category:Ion weapons|Blaster]]
[[Category:Movie weapons]]
[[Category:Studio Series]]
[[Category:War for Cybertron weapons]]

Ion blaster

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H1ya: /* Prime cartoon */

[[File:Optimusg1.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|I'm a pacifist, but only to a point.]]
The '''ion blaster''' is a kind of [[laser rifle]] and the primary weapon of several [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]]. Only used by the [[Prime (rank)|leader]] of the [[Autobot]]s when all attempts at peace have failed, the ion blaster ensures that freedom is the right of all sentient beings, and strikes fear in the [[spark]]s of the [[Decepticon]]s who are foolish enough to challenge him.

Except [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Only [[Primus]] knows how many times Optimus has shot Megatron and failed to kill him. [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] knows that frustration all too well.

==Fiction==
===''The Transformers'' cartoon===
[[File:RevengeofBruticus Primefiringguns.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Prime doesn't limit himself to just the one weapon, of course.]]
[[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Grimlock]] used the ion blaster against [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] after [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] was defeated and brought before [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]]. {{storylink|War of the Dinobots}}

Optimus Prime's ion blaster was stolen from him a few times. The first was when the Decepticons tried to take over [[New York City]], when he was disassembled by [[Hook (G1)|Hook]]. The [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]] then placed the arm and ion blaster atop the command post of the newly dubbed [[New Cybertron]]. As part of the building's weapons systems, Megatron used the blaster to begin firing on the Autobots. However, when Megatron and [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] were removed from the command post, Optimus Prime was able to regain control of the weapon and hit [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] with it, sending him to the hard pavement below. {{storylink|City of Steel (episode)|City of Steel}}

Later, the human-built ninjabot [[Nightbird (G1)|Nightbird]] stole the ion blaster when she tried to steal the [[World Energy Chip]], but Optimus Prime recovered it rather quickly. {{storylink|Enter the Nightbird}}

When both Autobots and Decepticons briefly allied to free Cybertron from the rogue [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]], Optimus used his blaster to target [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]'s weakpoint, felling the [[combiner]]. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}

During the [[Battle of Autobot City]], Optimus attempted to use it to slay Megatron once and for all only for [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] to interfere. {{storylink|The Transformers: The Movie}}

Upon being revived by [[Quintesson]]s, Optimus used the weapon to chase away [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Dark Awakening (episode)|Dark Awakening}} When properly returned to life, Optimus kept his weapon and used it in the final battles of the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]]. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 2}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}
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===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:PrimeDirective5-IonBlaster.jpg|thumb|upright=0.55|Because the middle of your back is the easiest place to reach.]]
During a fight with [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], Optimus Prime drove up on the massive robot while removing his ion blaster from a compartment on his back. Then he shot Devastator's face off. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 5}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:OpTransformsSu.jpg|left|upright=1.4|thumb|Replacement ion rifle hinges: hard to find.]]

Ion blasters were among the weapons the [[Decepticon]]s smuggled onto [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] via [[Hefter]]. [[Jetfire (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jetfire]] grabbed one and shot down a Decepticon enforcer, saving the life of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Orion Pax]]. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}} [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]] later claimed the weapon as evidence in the case. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

[[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]] fashioned Optimus Prime's ion blaster during his first campaign in the [[Manganese Mountains]], though unfortunately Prime mistook Ironfist for his chief rival, [[Skyfall (G1)|Skyfall]]. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|Last Stand of the Wreckers #4}}

While in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], Optimus Prime keeps his (folded up) ion blaster in his cab. When he [[transformation|transforms]], the Ion blaster is ejected, allowing him to grab it in midair. So ''that's'' where it goes. Now if we could only figure out where the [[trailer]] goes... During the course of the battle, a shot from Prime's ion blaster managed to ''blow up'' [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]]'s much-more powerful [[fusion cannon]] by entering through the cannon's barrel. {{storylink|Escalation issue 5|Escalation #5}}

He kept the weapon after changing his name back to Orion Pax {{storylink|Syndromica (2)}} before getting a version incorporated into his left arm. {{storylink|Homecoming (IDW)|Homecoming}} Despite this, he reverted to the hand held version soon after. {{storylink|Black Metal: Dark Cybertron Chapter 2|Black Metal}}

While speaking to the [[President of the United States]], Optimus regarded the weapon before he handed it off to [[Aileron]] who spent the rest of the day awkwardly carrying around a gun half her size. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}}

Optimus' ion blaster was last seen in his possession as he and [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Arcee]] fought through a horde of [[Unicron's antibodies]] as they followed the [[Talisman (G1)|Talisman]] to [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] before Optimus sacrificed himself to fell the monster. {{storylink|Ceremony}}
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===Live-action film series===
[[File:ROTF Optimus ion blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|"Any last words?" "The Fallen shall rise again!" "That sounds like an oxymoron." "Your mother is an oxymor-" *Bang*]]
[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s primary range weapon is an ion blaster, though he prefers to use his [[Dual Energon Swords]] in combat, leaving the blaster stored in his back in the form of fuel tanks. Once fired, it releases a wave of radiation condensed into an energy ball that will destroy anything in its path.<ref>[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/discover/Battle-Bios.cfm Battle Bios at Hasbro.com]</ref> During the battle of [[Mission City]], Optimus managed to get off a single shot of his ion blaster at [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] before he was sent flying by the latter's [[fusion cannon]]. {{storylink|Transformers (film)|Transformers}}

Two years later, Optimus was fighting [[Demolishor (ROTF)|Demolishor]] in [[Shanghai]] and critically injured the Decepticon by putting several point blank shots into his head. He later executed the dying [[Constructicon (ROTF)|Constructicon]] with a shot through the optic. Several days later, Optimus shot at Megatron and [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscream]] with his ion blaster and [[barrage cannon]] while rescuing [[Sam Witwicky]]. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen}}

Three years later, during his battle against [[Sentinel Prime (ROTF)|Sentinel Prime]] in [[Chicago]], Optimus Prime tried to defend himself from the Decepticons fighter ships using his ion blaster, but was mostly unsuccessful and apparently lost his blaster in the explosions. {{storylink|Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon}}
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===''Prime'' cartoon===
[[File:Prime optimusionblaster.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|aM jUsT fIrInG mA lAzErZ]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] had two ion blasters retracted in each arm which fired powerful energy blasts. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} After being upgraded to a stronger body by the [[Forge of Solus Prime]], Optimus Prime got a new, more powerful ion blaster which resembled a handheld machine gun. Having the same model as his leader, [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] also had two installed, although he never got the cool machine gun. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}

While preparing for the battle against [[Unicron/Aligned|Unicron]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] reviewed the arsenal aboard the [[Trypticon (WFC)|''Nemesis'']] which included ion blasters. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Prime)|Predacons Rising}}
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The design of this blaster was also used for Prime's Path Blaster in Fall of Cybertron.

===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
[[Snapper]] swore by "Prime's Ion Blaster". {{storylink|Cultural Appropriation}}

==Games==
===''Transformers: War for Cybertron''===
[[File:WFCionblasterstats.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.4|Elmer Fudd called he wants his Bunny-wabbit hunting gun back!]]
[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime's]] signature weapon is a little more powerful than the [[Neutron assault rifle]], but with twice the rate of fire, it makes a suitable weapon for the [[Leader (WFC)|Leader]] class. 

'''Carried by:''' Leaders, Optimus
*The blaster has the following in-game stats:
**''Damage:'' 4
**''Range:'' 5
**''Accuracy:'' 4
**''Rate of Fire:'' 10

*Max Load: 300
*Per Mag: 50

==Toys==
===Generation 1 Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (G1)/toys}}
====''20th Anniversary''/''Masterpiece''====
[[File:TF-MP-1-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' ([[2003]]/[[2004]])
*'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw figure, 2004)
*'''Convoy Perfect Edition''' ([[2006]], [[2009]])
*'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' ([[2010]])
:20th Anniversary/''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|Optimus Prime]] was one of the first Optimus Prime toys to refer to his iconic laser rifle as an "ion blaster". The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese releases of this figure have consistently coloured the rifle dark grey, and while early releases of [[Hasbro]]'s followed suit, they were very quickly changed to black as a [[Variant#Colors and deco|running change]].

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[[File:MP-10 toy photo.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[2011]])
:[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP10|MP-10 Convoy]] is an entirely new tooling of Generation 1 Optimus Prime. Convoy is now smaller, making him more in-scale with other recent ''Masterpiece'' toys, such as [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#MP28|MP-28 Hot Rodimus]], and comes with a trailer and various accessories, including a smaller, new-mold ion blaster. It can be hand-held or mount onto [[Roller (G1)#Masterpiece|Roller]], or store in blaster mode inside the [[Combat Deck (G1)#MP10|trailer]], regardless of which configuration the trailer is in. Just like its appearance in ''[[The Transformers: Escalation]]'', it can fold up and store in its owner's back, [[Autotransformation|automatically transforming]] back into a blaster when pressing on the latch at the back that's holding the spring-loaded mechanisms in place.

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[[File:TF-MP-44-Convoy-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Convoy''' ([[August 24]], [[2019]])

:The all-new mold of ''Masterpiece'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#MP44|MP-44 Convoy]] also comes with an Ion Blaster as usual, and like the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, it doesn't transform into storage mode. However, the barrel can attach one of the effect parts for the jetpack.

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====''Titanium Series''====
[[File:TF-Titanium-Series-Cybertron-Heroes-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime`s gun before some decepti-morons spray painted it black.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (6" Cybertron Heroes, 2006)
*'''War Within Optimus Prime vs. War Within Megatron Battlepack''' (Multipack, 2007)
:The silver ion blaster that comes with [[Titanium Series]] [[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]] Optimus Prime featured the first name of its designer, [[Don Figueroa]], sculpted into its sides.
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====''Classics'' (2006)====
[[File:TF-MP-Optimus-Prime-20th-Anniversary-DVD-Edition-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|And it's blue [[for safety reasons]]!]]
* '''Optimus Prime''' (20th Anniversary DVD Edition, 2006)
:When 20th Anniversary/Masterpiece Optimus Prime was released in the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' toyline to commemorate the 20th Anniversary DVD release of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', his ion blaster was coloured ''blue'' for some reason.
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[[File:PepsiOptimusPrime.JPG|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Pepsi Optimus Prime''' (Autobot, [[2007]])
:A retool of the original Generation 1 Optimus Prime toy, his laser rifle was redubbed the ion blaster to fit in line with Hasbro's modern naming scheme.
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====''Transformers'' (2010)====
[[File:Transformers2010toy-HasbroMP10OptimusPrime-IonCannon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|So this explains how different characters pull out ridiculous big guns from their behind.]]
*'''Masterpiece Optimus Prime''' ([[2012]])
:The [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Masterpiece Optimus Prime]] toy is Hasbro's release of the MP-10 Convoy mold, featuring various plastic color and [[Paint operation|paint detail]] changes. His Ion blaster was re-dubbed into an "Ion Cannon," but is otherwise unchanged.
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====''Generations''====
{{anchor|Legends}}
[[File:Generationstoy-T30-LegendsOptimusPrimeRoller.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Roller''' (Legends Class, [[2013]])
*'''Optimus Prime & Bumblebee''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations:]] [[Thrilling 30]]'' [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Legends|Optimus Prime]] comes with his Ion Blaster which has both [[5 mm post|5mm]] and [[C joint|3mm post]]s, allowing it to peg onto his hands and roof, as well as onto [[Roller (G1)#Generations|Roller]]'s 5mm hole in vehicle mode and onto his 3mm hole in weapon mode. The butt of the Ion Blaster can also be inserted between the barrels of Roller's weapon mode to form a longer weapon.
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[[File:Generationstoy-T30OrionPax.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, 2013)
*'''Orion Pax VS Megatronus''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
:''Generations: Thrilling 30'' Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Deluxe|Orion Pax]] comes with his Ion Blaster, which can peg onto 5mm ports on his hands and vehicle rear sides.
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===Movie Optimus Prime===
{{main|Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys}}
====''Transformers'' (2007)====
=====Leader Class toys=====
[[File:MovieLeader OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Watch out! He's got an ion blaster!" *little plastic balls shoot out*]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, UK 2007)
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, USA [[2008]])
:The initial mold for the ''[[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Transformers]]'' (2007) Leader Class Optimus Prime featured a spring-loaded ion blaster mounted on the side of his arm. It was deployed via [[Automorph Technology|Automorphing]] by sliding a lever, which caused the gun to flip over and cover his hand. This gun was replaced by an [[Dual Energon Swords|energon sword]] on the "Premium" [[retool]]/[[redeco]] of this toy in 2008.
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=====''Robot Replicas''=====
[[File:Optimusprimemovierobotreplicas.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Robot Replica, 2007)
*'''Megatron vs. Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2007)
:[[Robot Replicas]] Optimus Prime featured an ion blaster that could replace his right forearm.
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====''Revenge of the Fallen''====
[[File:ROTF Leader BusterOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Buster Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)
*'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2009)
:The [[TakaraTomy]] Japanese/Asia-exclusive ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Buster Optimus Prime (itself a retool of the regular Leader Class ''Revenge'' Optimus Prime) featured an ion blaster that was assembled from his vehicle mode's fuel tanks and smokestacks. The transforming blaster was designed by [[Hironori Kobayashi]], the TakaraTomy designer best known for his work on the ''[[Binaltech]]''/''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' and ''Masterpiece'' toylines.
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====''Dark of the Moon''====
=====Deluxe Class toys=====
*'''Lunarfire Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)
:This redeco of Deluxe-Class Optimus Prime has a redecoed version of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[MechTech]] Voyager Class Optimus Prime's Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon.
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=====Voyager Class toys=====
[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This new mold ''Dark of the Moon'' MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime has a MechTech Ion Blaster that converts into a Battle Cannon.
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[[File:TF-DOTM-Mechtech-DA03-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime / MechTech Trailer''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
*'''Tritanium Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)
:This Japanese exclusive retool of MechTech Voyager-Class Optimus Prime, aside from coming with a MechTech trailer, has a new mold of the Ion Blaster that converts into an [[Dual Energon Swords|Energon Sword]].

:As the blaster is painted clear plastic, exercise caution while mounting onto several figures or otherwise: the painted handle is prone to chipping if mounted onto the slightly narrow hands or the trailer's sideways MechTech ports.
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=====Supreme Class toys=====
{{picsneeded|Ion blaster parts}}
[[File:DOTM MechTech JetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version''' (MechTech Supreme, cancelled)
*'''JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver.''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)
*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (Amazon.com-exclusive MechTech Supreme, 2012)

:A retooled version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Class Buster Optimus Prime with a humongous [[jet pack|jet-pack]] and massive dual Gatling cannons. The transforming fuel tanks/ion blaster parts are retained.

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====''Studio Series''====
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-32-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[2018]])
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, [[2019]])
:This [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#SS32|retool]] of the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|original]] ''[[Studio Series]]'' Optimus replaces his Energon swords with an ion blaster. The Voyager release includes black paint applications on the barrel; the Leader omits these.
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[[File:TF-Studio-Series-SS-38-Optimus-Prime-Ion-Blaster.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2019]])

:This new mold of Optimus Prime also comes with a ''Generation 1''-inspired Ion Blaster.

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===Prime===
While not named in the package, many of these Primes come with a weapon that is molded after the blaster.
====Prime: First Edition====
[[File:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)
*'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (Entertainment Pack, 2011)

:The Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a rifle that is modeled after his in-show Ion Blaster.
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[[File:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)
*'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[June 16|06-16]])
*'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012-[[December 1|12-01]])

:See: [[Plasma cannon#Prime 2|Plasma Cannon#First Edition]]

:The Voyager-sized First Edition Optimus Prime also comes with a rifle that is based on his Ion Blaster, but instead it was called a "Plasma cannon"! yeahbutwha?

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====Cyberverse====
[[File:Primetoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)\
*'''Autobot Set''' (EZ Collection 6-pack, 2012-[[November 24|11-24]])

:This smaller commander-sized mold of ''Prime'' Optimus Prime comes with a pair of "battle cannon" weapons that resembles his Ion blasters, which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held by his hands, or store/mount onto numerous ports on his person.
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====Weaponizer Class Toys====
[[File:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.33]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)

:This Leader-sized Optimus Prime comes with a pistol-sized Ion Blaster.

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==Notes==
*In the original toy and the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]], Prime's weapon was referred to as a '''laser rifle''', but many newer toys have called it an ion blaster.
*One notable aspect of Optimus Prime's [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Generation 1 and Generation 2 toys]] is that the figure can only hold it by the ammo casing, as the weapon handle is unable to fit in Prime's hand. Also, the gun's rifle butt is too large for Prime to hold it straight, so the gun must be turned at a slight angle. Strangely, this has never been altered in reissues.
*The Japanese-exclusive ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]]'' toy packaging calls this weapon the '''Convoy Gun'''.
*In the [[Transformers (film)|2007 movie]], the Ion Blaster is seen only once being used against [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]]. ONCE.
*In ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'', the Ion Blaster was redesigned, given that it was now stored in Prime's trailer as opposed to being formed out of the fuel tanks of his vehicle mode.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Laser Rifle''' (レーザーライフル ''Rēzā Raifuru'')

==References==
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[[Category:Beast Wars: Uprising weapons]]
[[Category:Blasters]]
[[Category:Dark of the Moon weapons]]
[[Category:Generation 1 weapons]]
[[Category:Ion weapons|Blaster]]
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[[Category:War for Cybertron weapons]]

Neutron assault rifle

2018-10-13T15:14:35Z

H1ya: /* Fall of Cybertron */

[[File:WFC Neutron Assault Rifle.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|[[S.O.S. Dinobots|My equilibrium... destabilized! RWAAAAH!]]]]
The '''Neutron Assault Rifle''' distorts the equilibrium of its target by blasting it with sonic booms. Once disoriented, the attacker can close in with a melee attack.

==Fiction==
===Prime continuity===
[[Soundwave (WFC)|Soundwave]] uses his Neutron Assault Rifle in combination with his [[Energon War Axe]]. {{storylink|Bio#Online bios|Soundwave's Battle Bio}}

==Games==
===''War for Cybertron''===
Neutron Assault Rifles were one of the most common weapons in use during the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]]. They were well-balanced and used a large clip of ammunition with a decent amount of punch behind its unassuming frame. They were toted by both [[Scientist (WFC)|Scientist]] and [[Soldier (WFC)|Soldier]] classes. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|War for Cybertron}}
{{note|
*The rifle has the following in-game stats:
**Damage: 5
**Range: 5
**Accuracy: 5
**Rate of Fire: 8
*Max Load: 244 Rounds
*Per Mag: 32 Rounds
}}

===''Fall of Cybertron''===
[[File:NeutronAssaultRifleFOC.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb|The perfect weapon for taking out Jimmy Neutron.]]
They were still in use during the latter days of the war in the lead-up to the launch of the ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]''. A newer design was introduced around this time, sporting a whopping six barrels as opposed to the single barrel on the old model.
{{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}
{{note|
*This weapon has the following base in-game stats:
**Damage: 4
**Range: 5
**Accuracy: 5
**Rate of Fire: 8
*This weapon can be modified in multiplayer/escalation with the following upgrades:
**Amplifier Pak - Increases the amount of reserve ammo
**Cyber Optics - Increases weapon accuracy
**Quantum Stabilizer - Completely eliminates recoil
**P.O.K.E Beta - Experimental melee energy blade that one hit kills enemies
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''The rate of fire is estimated to be 600rpm''

==Toys==
===''Generations''===
[[File:Generationstoy-FOCStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6]]
*'''Starscream''' (Deluxe, [[2012]])
:Part of the third wave of 2012-onwards ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' [[Starscream (WFC)#Generations|Starscream]] comes with two spinning, triple-barreled "assault cannons" which can combine to form a larger hand-held weapon that is geared to spin its two triple-barrels together, and resembles the Neutron assault rifle from ''Fall of Cybertron''. Each of the weapon halves features two [[5mm post]]s, as well as a peg-hole on their hollow sides, while the combined form features another peg-hole at the top, but makes the peg-holes on the hollow sides inaccessible.

:In an undocumented feature, Starscream's tail-fin is attached via a 5mm post on its underside, and can be detached to reveal three additional peg-holes, with two of these peg-holes being just the right distance to accommodate the two pegs found on the underside of the combined assault cannons/rifle, with the tail-fin pegging on the rifle's top peg-hole. This allows the weapon to mount on top of the vehicle mode, and store on his back in robot mode.
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*'''Skywarp''' (Deluxe, [[2013]])
:Available so far in the [[TakaraTomy]] ''Generations'' line, ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Skywarp (WFC)#Generations|Skywarp]] is a redeco of ''Fall of Cybertron'' Starscream. He still comes with the cannons/Neutron assault rifle, this time in purple.
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[[File:Generationstoy-Thrilling30Thundercracker.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb]]
*'''Thundercracker''' (Deluxe, 2013)

:Part of the sixth wave of 2012-onwards ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, ''Thrilling 30'' [[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#Thrilling30|Thundercracker]] is a redeco of ''Generations: Fall of Cybertron'' Starscream. He still comes with the cannons/Neutron assault rifle, this time in blue.

:Despite using a mold and deco matching [[Thundercracker (WFC)|Thundercracker]]'s appearance in ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'', this toy ''technically'' represents G1 Thundercracker, thanks to his [[IDW Publishing|IDW]] pack-in fiction (a copy of ''[[The Hunting Party (IDW)|Spotlight: Thundercracker]]''). Consequently, the toy is [[Thundercracker (WFC)#Generations|listed]] in the former's page as a [[repurposing]].
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[[File:Generationstoy-T30-Metroplex-Thundercracker-SDCC.jpg|right|thumb|200px]]
*'''Metroplex''' (Titan Class, 2013)
**'''01 OF 30'''
:A pair of small, non-transforming figures of [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] in both in robot and vehicle modes were included with an [[exclusive]] version of [[Metroplex (G1)#SDCC|Metroplex]] at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2013. They're based on the sculpt of the Generations Deluxe figure, and thus are depicted with the Neutron Assault Rife. Both figures are cast entirely in purple plastic, not unlike the [[Decoy]] figures.

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[[File:Generationstoy-T30-Metroplex-Thundercracker-HKACGCON.jpg|thumb|200px]]
*'''Metroplex''' (Titan Class, 2013)
**'''05 OF 30'''
:Another version of [[Metroplex (G1)#HKACGCON|Metroplex]], this one available at [[Hong Kong ACG-CON]], included redecos of the San Diego Comic Con figures of Thundercracker's robot and vehicle forms, this time in silver.

*'''Skywarp''' (Deluxe, 2014)
:Part of the eighth wave of 2012-onwards ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, ''Thrilling 30'' [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Thrilling30|Skywarp]] is another redeco of ''Generations: Fall of Cybertron'' Starscream which still includes with the cannons/Neutron assault rifle, now cast in purple and gray plastic.

*'''Deception Rebel Infiltrator Starscream''' (Deluxe, 2014)
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A Brush with Danger

2016-12-22T09:46:43Z

H1ya: This could be a possible edit, but still not fully sure.

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (cartoon)|Transformers: Rescue Bots]]'' ep 100
|prev=Cody's 11
|next=To Infinity... And Back
|image=BrushWithDanger hair.jpg
|title="A Brush with Danger"
|airdate=[[October 1]], [[2016]]
|production company=[[Hasbro Studios]]
|animation studio=[[DHX Media]] [[Top Draw Animation]]
|writer=[[Dean Stefan]]
|director=[[Frank Squillace]]
}}

'''Kade's idol, an arrogant movie star, comes to Griffin Rock in preparation for a role, causing trouble for the Rescue Team while they try to solve a series of mysterious break-ins.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:BrushWithDanger Danger plane.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
The [[Rescue Bot]]s play a ball game refereed by [[Cody Burns|Cody]]. [[Blades (RB)|Blades]] objects to [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] blocking his goal, but the other Bot responds that it's a training exercise and they need to expect the unexpected. The tables are turned moments later when his goal is intercepted by [[Quickshadow]], who jets into the air and scores a goal herself. The ensuing trash talk is interrupted by a plane overhead with someone clutching onto the wing. The team goes into action, but before [[Dani Burns|Dani]] and Blades can pluck the man from the plane, he falls, and by the time the team reaches him, he's already on the ground. To [[Kade Burns|Kade]]'s shock, it turns out to be his favorite movie star, [[Maven Danger]]. While Kade starts fawning, Quickshadow backs off to avoid being recognized. [[Charlie Burns|Chief]] lectures Danger on the danger he put everyone in, and they're soon joined by Danger's stunt double and manager, who Dani recognizes as [[Skip Scobble]], an old schoolmate. Skip reveals they've come to research Maven's next movie, and though Chief's reluctant, Skip already has approval from the mayor.

Back at the [[Griffin Rock Firehouse Headquarters|firehouse]], the Bots wonder how they're going to be able to work with Maven Danger staying with them. Quickshadow reveals she's returning to the mainland — as her alternate mode is the car from the Maven Danger movies, her cover is likely to be blown if the star sees her. Unfortunately Maven Danger picks this moment to tour the firehouse and, spotting Quickshadow in her alternate mode, assumes the studio has had his car sent over. As the tour moves to the living quarters, Skip hands Cody to film some behind-the-scenes stuff while he goes and runs errands. Kade shows Maven Danger the merchandise he's collected, but Danger is pretty much a jerk the whole time.

[[File:BrushWithDanger rescuing Lima.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
That night, Heatwave finds Kade watching a Maven Danger film. The alarm sounds, and Chief reports that there's an emergency at the library, but Kade's attempts to rouse Maven Danger are unsuccessful. The team heads to the library where [[Lima|Ms Lima]] is attempting to tackle an intruder herself, but gets sealed in the rare books section. The fire system starts sucking the air out of the room. Heatwave smashes the locking system, only to find now the doors won't unlock at all, and start trying to bash his way through the door. Meanwhile, Blades and Dani lose the intruder when he ducks into a manhole. Heatwave and Chase manage to rescue Ms Lima, but as they check the security footage, they find the intruder hasn't taken anything.

Morning arrives and Maven Danger rises, but is uninterested in helping the team with their cleaning duties. Skip borrows Maven and Cody to film some test footage, and Kade finds himself trying to defend his hero's obnoxious behavior once again. [[Anna Baranova|Professor Baranova]] contacts the team to report a break in at the laboratory, however again the intruder didn't steal anything.

[[File:BrushWithDanger Danger helipack.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
The alarm sounds again at the firehouse, this time interrupting Maven Danger's slumber. The star turns down riding with Kade for instead driving in Quickshadow, though he's surprised by the "changes" to the car. Quickshadow feigns being an onboard computer, though when he taps the steering wheel, she pretends it's affecting her gyroscope and starts steering wildly. The rest of the team finds [[Harrison (RB)|Mr Harrison]]'s helipack is out of control again. As Quickshadow arrives, the Bots snare Mr Harrison. Maven, upset at the mess his hair is now in, tries to shut down the helipack only to end up being carried into the air by it. Despite Kade's attempts to give him instructions on shutting the thing down, Maven crashes into a tree and is less than grateful when Chase helps him down. Heatwave hits the helipack with foam, and [[Boulder]] manages to catch it before it hits Maven, who promptly faints. As Kade starts wondering why he ever considered Maven a hero, Skip arrives and Chief informs him that he and Danger are causing too much trouble. Skip tries to persuade him to let them film one scene before they leave, and when he sweetens the deal by letting the Burns kids take part, Chief agrees.

[[File:BrushWithDanger Danger outraged.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
With an area of town shut off, Skip gives everyone their instructions before going to phone the studio. The Bots are all stuck at the firehouse, but Blades's complaining is interrupted by an intruder. As the Bots make like robots, the intruder grabs the book Boulder was reading. The Bots stop him, and the intruder reveals himself as Skip, claiming that he was picking up a prop to take to the set. The Bots transform to take him. Cody, having observed events remotely, informs Chief, and soon the reluctant Skip arrives at the movie set in custody. As it turns out, the book Skip was stealing, ''[[Pilgrim's Progress]]'' is extremely rare and worth a fortune. Skip tries to escape using the stunt elevator shoes, however it's Maven who's wearing them. Maven goes flying into the air and lands on the escaping Skip, who is promptly cuffed. Demanding someone get him off the island, Maven collapses into Quickshadow, who drives him away screaming.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] (1)
*[[Chase (RB)|Chase]] (2)
*[[Blades (RB)|Blades]] (3)
*[[Boulder]] (4)
*[[Quickshadow]] (10)

|c3=
*[[Graham Burns]] (5)
*[[Charlie Burns]] (6)
*[[Cody Burns]] (7)
*[[Dani Burns]] (8)
*[[Kade Burns]] (9)
*[[Maven Danger]] (11)
*[[Skip Scobble]] (12)
*[[Lima|Ms Lima]] (13)
*[[Anna Baranova]] (14)
*[[Harrison (RB)|Mr Harrison]] (16)

|c4=
*[[Trex]] (15)
}}

==Quotes==
"Great idea for the film! Of course our robots will be in CG. They'll look much better."
:—'''Maven Danger'''

"He didn't even touch my Tasmanian geode collection, or Ezra's atomic wafflemaker."
:—'''Professor Baranova'''

"My hair! It's no longer perfect!"
:—'''Maven Danger'''

"Skip, I am disappointed. To think you brought me here for selfish reasons. I could have done all my research online in Tahiti instead of this dreary island, with Clyde and the Hearns family!"
:—'''Maven Danger'''

==Notes==
===Animation and technical errors===
===Continuity errors===
===Continuity notes===
*Maven Danger's first appearance was back in "[[Plus One (RB)|Plus One]]", in which it was established that Quickshadow had scanned the car from his films for her alternate mode.

===Transformers references===

*When Maven first spots his car (which is actually Quickshadow in disguise) and soon leaves the scene, Quickshadow says, "Next time, I'm scanning a pilotless drone." which could be a possible reference to [[Soundwave (WFC)|Soundwave]]'s vehicle mode in [[Transformers: Prime (cartoon) |Transformers: Prime]]

===Real-world references===
*Kade exclaims "That's so Maven", in reference to show ''[[w:That's So Raven|That's So Raven]]''.
*In addition to Maven Danger being a blatant tribute to the film series starring [[w:James Bond|James Bond]], at one point Kade announces his name is "Burns, Kade Burns" in reference to Bond's famous introduction.
*''[[w:The Pilgrim's Progress|The Pilgrim's Progress]]'' is a 17th century book by John Bunyan.
* The opening segment of the episode is set to music that imitates the {{w|Fox Sports (United States)|Fox Sports}} theme song, which originated with their NFL coverage.

===Trivia===

===Foreign localization===

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[[Category:Rescue Bots episodes]]