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<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> '''Character Specific in-game Accessories:''' Crown, Shoulder Pads<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Seekers<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''The EggSpark's arrival may have driven most of the Minion Pigs on the island crazy, but a few were lucky enough to avoid it. And among those, one brave, noble Pig became.. Thundercracker.'' <br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has been great for Thundercracker – he has arms! And legs! He can clap! And pick his nose! And dance!''<br /> <br /> ''One of the elite 'Seeker Pigs' alongside Starscream, Thundercracker isn't too committed to the war - he just loves to fly! And if he gets to unleash his devastating sonic boom that's even better. Boom!''<br /> <br /> ''Thundercracker may not be too bright, but he doesn't have a care in the world. He finds everything funny, especially if it's another Pig being squashed, blown up or zapped.''<br /> <br /> ''Thundercracker's weapon doesn't do loads of damage but it fires extremely quickly, never overheats and never reloads. It's the perfect weapon for a Minion Pig - if it moves, shoot it! If it doesn't move shoot it anyway! Just keep firing! Zapzapzap! Kaboom! Yaaay!''<br /> <br /> ''Thundercracker isn't massively tough, but he's really fast, so use that to run from threats [then blast them in the back].''<br /> <br /> '''Character specific in-game Accessories:''' Launchers, Shield<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Seekers<br /> <br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. [peeks] Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific in-game Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103618 2016-06-21T21:21:06Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Thundercracker */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> '''Character Specific in-game Accessories:''' Crown, Shoulder Pads<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Seekers<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''The EggSpark's arrival may have driven most of the Minion Pigs on the island crazy, but a few were lucky enough to avoid it. And among those, one brave, noble Pig became.. Thundercracker.'' <br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has been great for Thundercracker – he has arms! And legs! He can clap! And pick his nose! And dance!''<br /> <br /> ''One of the elite 'Seeker Pigs' alongside Starscream, Thundercracker isn't too committed to the war - he just loves to fly! And if he gets to unleash his devastating sonic boom that's even better. Boom!''<br /> <br /> ''Thundercracker may not be too bright, but he doesn't have a care in the world. He finds everything funny, especially if it's another Pig being squashed, blown up or zapped.''<br /> <br /> ''Thundercracker's weapon doesn't do loads of damage but it fires extremely quickly, never overheats and never reloads. It's the perfect weapon for a Minion Pig - if it moves, shoot it! If it doesn't move shoot it anyway! Just keep firing! Zapzapzap! Kaboom! Yaaay!''<br /> <br /> ''Thundercracker isn't massively tough, but he's really fast, so use that to run from threats [then blast them in the back].''<br /> <br /> '''Character specific in-game Accessories:''' Launchers, Shield<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Seekers<br /> <br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific in-game Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103617 2016-06-21T21:12:11Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Energon Starscream */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> '''Character Specific in-game Accessories:''' Crown, Shoulder Pads<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Seekers<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific in-game Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103616 2016-06-21T21:11:51Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> '''Character Specific Accessories:''' Crown, Shoulder Pads<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Seekers<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific in-game Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103615 2016-06-21T21:10:16Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Energon Starscream */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> '''Character Specific Accessories:''' Crown, Shoulder Pads<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Seekers<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103614 2016-06-21T21:09:12Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Energon Starscream */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> '''Character Specific Accessories:''' Crown, Shoulder Pads<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103613 2016-06-21T21:07:52Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Energon Starscream */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> '''Character Specific Accessories:'''<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103612 2016-06-21T21:06:02Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Energon Starscream */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> <br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> <br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> <br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103611 2016-06-21T21:05:12Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Energon Starscream */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> ''<br /> Thanks to Soundwave's experiments, Starscream has been infused with the power of Energon. Combining Starscream’s ‘highly strung’ personality with Energon’s explosiveness has been.. Unstable? Fiery? Explodey!''<br /> ''Being transformed has made life much more fun for this Pig! Now he doesn't get ordered to do stupid stuff by King Pig. Instead he gets ordered to do stupid stuff by Megatron.. which is much better.. because of.. reasons.''<br /> ''Unfortunately Starscream is a mix of cunning, intelligence and skill crossed with the ultimate stupidity of a Minion pig. Oops…<br /> Starscream was born to lead the Deceptihogs, it's just annoying that Megatron doesn't seem to understand this! No matter how cunning Starscream's schemes are, they never seem to quite work - and for some reason Megatron forgives his treacherous backstabbing. Every. Single. Time.''<br /> Starscream's weapon never overheats or needs to reload so there's absolutely no reason to stop firing!<br /> ''Like all Energon characters, Starscream's Energon overcharged weapon is enormously powerful, but because Energon is so volatile he takes a lot more damage, too! With Energon characters you really need to watch out for incoming threats and transform to dodge. Luckily, Starscream has the speed to outrun most enemies. Zooooooom!''<br /> <br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103610 2016-06-21T20:55:37Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103609 2016-06-21T20:55:13Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> '''Member of Squad:''' The Cybertronians<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103608 2016-06-21T20:48:02Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> '''Bio:'''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103607 2016-06-21T20:47:34Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> Bio:<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103606 2016-06-21T20:47:12Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> <br /> Bio:<br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103605 2016-06-21T20:46:30Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

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<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> '''Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103602 2016-06-21T20:44:42Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> '''<br /> Character specific Accessories:''' Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Minion_Pig&diff=1103601 2016-06-21T20:44:12Z

<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.''<br /> <br /> ''Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!''<br /> <br /> ''Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.''<br /> <br /> ''So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!''<br /> <br /> ''Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.''<br /> <br /> ''Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> Character specific Accessories: Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

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<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> ''Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.<br /> <br /> Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!<br /> <br /> Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.<br /> <br /> So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!<br /> <br /> Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.<br /> <br /> Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> ''<br /> <br /> Character specific Accessories: Kremzeek, Nemesis<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

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<p>KevinSig: /* As Acid Storm */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|deceptihog}}<br /> {{disambig2|the bad piggies|other characters sharing their names|Seeker (body-type)}}<br /> :''Minion Pigs are Bad Piggies and [[Deceptihog]]s from the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 AllSpark and MinionPig.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> Dumb as rocks and just as numerous, '''Minion Pigs''' form the overwhelming bulk of the [[Bad Piggies]]' forces. Though they are all spineless (both literally and figuratively) simpering sycophants, they all share an immense love for their homeland, and loathe to see any harm come to it. They also savor the taste of those tasty eggs guarded by the [[Flock]], though [[King Pig]] and his higher-ups always hog all the goods.<br /> <br /> When the [[AllSpark]] crashed on [[Piggy Island]], some Minion Pigs were granted the form and power of [[Decepticon]]s like [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], and [[Acid Storm]], whilst many many '''''many''''' more were transformed into robotic servants of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]].<br /> <br /> The upgraded [[Deceptihog]] Minion Pigs display similar personality traits to that of their namesakes, with '''Starscream Pig''' notably proving that the name goes hand-in-hand with a lust for power and unbridled ambition... though thankfully for King Pig, that one didn't get any ''smarter'' than he was before the upgrade. Undoubtedly, '''Skywarp Pig''', '''Thundercracker Pig''' and '''Acid Storm Pig''' also take after the Decepticons they are named for.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' comic===<br /> [[File:ABTF1 MinionPigSnout.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|left]]<br /> Four Minion Pigs were holding up [[King Pig]]'s throne when [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]] burst into [[Moustache Pig]]'s latest building. The bird's entrance interrupted King Pig's latest attempt at cooking the [[Flock]]'s eggs, and the entirety of the [[Bad Piggies]] were sent fleeing. As they ran, King Pig remarked that the Birds had only managed to forestall his next meal, which was of little consequence since he wasn't even hungry yet. One of the Minion Pigs interjected that King Pig had said the he was starving just a few moments beforehand. King Pig told him to shut up. Foreman Pig also chewed out the Minion Pigs, since it was obviously their fault that his building hadn't held up. The Pigs then stumbled upon the [[AllSpark#Angry Birds Transformers continuity family|EggSpark]]. One of the Minion Pigs was overwhelmed with sadness upon seeing the destruction the artifact had caused by crashing into [[Piggy Island]]. All of the other Pig Minions agreed that they loved the island, and hated to see any harm come to it. King Pig steered the conversation back onto the topic of his next meal, and ordered [[Chef Pig]] to find out whether or not the EggSpark could be used as an egg-cooker. Chef Pig passed the task onto one of the Minions, shoving him into the EggSpark. Upon touching the artifact, the Minion Pig became Starscream Pig! <br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1-StarscreamPigInABox.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5]]<br /> Despite King Pig's disgust over his subordinate's new form, Starscream Pig was ecstatic. He flubbed his first attempt at transforming, however, assuming the form of a jack-in-the-box. His second attempt was more successful, and Starscream Pig flew off in the form of a jet. He then amused himself by creating scribbles in the sky with his exhaust fumes. Though most of the other pigs touched the EggSpark in order to be granted robotic bodies, none of the other Minions did so. The pigs were soon joined by a couple of birds who were similarly upgraded upon touching the EggSpark. Megatron Pig ordered a retreat, and the remaining three Minion Pigs were tasked with carrying [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]], as he was unable to transform out of his &quot;toilet mode.&quot; {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers issue 1|Angry Birds Transformers #1}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF1 StarscreamPig vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|left]]<br /> The Minion Pigs must've become tired of carrying Lockdown Pig, as [[Corporal Pig|Galvatron Pig]] was next seen carrying him instead. Starscream Pig began questioning Megatron Pig's authority, demanding to know why HE shouldn't be in charge of the [[Deceptihog]]s instead. One of the Minions wholeheartedly agreed with Starscream Pig, while another pessimistically stated that Starscream Pig would only succeed in incurring Megatron Pig's wrath. The last Minion Pig began to formulate his own ideas, stating that maybe leadership should be granted to those who merit it... They were all told to clam it by Megatron Pig.<br /> <br /> As the Deceptihogs argued between themselves, a [[Terror Tower]] sprung up from beneath them. Though Starscream Pig managed to fly away, the rest of the Deceptihogs became trapped inside of it, thanks to Galvatron Pig's recklessness. Lockdown Pig deduced that the tower's appearance had been caused by the EggSpark's ongoing influence on Piggy Island. The Minions became gravely upset when they learned that their beloved island was imperiled. [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]] then burst in and attacked the Deceptihogs. He was defeated in short order, but no sooner was Grimlock Bird taken out that the rest of the [[Autobird]]s arrived. The three Minions took on [[Blues|Bluestreak Bird]] in the ensuing fight. However, the fight came to an abrupt end when the Flock's eggs suddenly sprouted mechanical limbs, multiplied, and proved themselves to be hostile. Starscream Pig then called his leader to inform him that Piggy Island's transformation was now fully underway. {{storylink|Age of Eggstinction!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF3 StarscreamPigplots.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> The Autobirds and Deceptihogs joined forces to combat the newly arisen threat, though the battle did not go well. The Minions were once more upset over how much the collateral damage was being dealt to the island. Starscream Pig was ensnared by metallic tentacles that shot out of a nearby Terror Tower, and imprisoned within. The pigs and birds were forced to change tactics. The three Minion Pigs were tasked to a group who's mission would be to capture one of the [[Eggbot (AB)|Eggbots]] for study. Unfortunately, the crazed Galvatron Pig was also assigned to their group, and the pigs had their hoofs full simply stopping him from wrecking everything in sight.<br /> <br /> Elsewhere, Bluestreak Bird had also been captured by the Terror Tower, and brought to the same holding cell housing Starscream Pig. Though the Autobird lost his cool at first, Starscream Pig was able to give him a short pep talk that gave him renewed strength. Bluestreak Bird broke free of his bonds and began hauling Starscream Pig about. When the pair stumbled across a room containing several creepy-looking Eggbots, Bluestreak Bird panicked and dropped Starscream Pig, leaving him to be trampled by the out-rushing eggs.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 UpgradedMinionPigs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Outside, the three Minion Pigs had achieved little success in stopping Galvatron Pig. Thankfully, [[Terence (AB)|Heatwave Bird]] was finally able to take out the rogue Deceptihog, though he knocked out the Minions in the process. They were brought back to the others by Heatwave Bird, just as Starscream Pig informed the others that Piggy Island's transformation was now spiraling out of control. {{storylink|Revenge of the Fowlin'!}}<br /> <br /> Megatron Pig suggested that they simply let the transformation run its course. The Minions were against this plan, as it would mean that Piggy Island would surely die. The Autobird/Deceptihog alliance eventually settled on a different plan: by separating the EggSpark from the land, they theorized that everything would return to normal. As they made a mad dash for the EggSpark, Lockdown Pig noted that Starscream Pig was being suspiciously quiet. Little did Lockdown Pig suspect that Starscream Pig had already begun to plan to seize the EggSpark's power for himself.<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF4 EggSpark-powered StarscreamPig.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]<br /> Meanwhile, the three Minions had begun to undergo changes that matched their island's metamorphosis. They now possessed snazzy robotic helmets, and the ability to fly! They aided Bluestreak Bird in his search for the means to propel the EggSpark off-planet: a giant slingshot! But when faced with seemingly insurmountable odds, the minions abandoned Bluestreak Bird, and left him buried underneath a monolith. Deciding they could simply &quot;get over&quot; losing their island, they attempted to leave it behind. As they reached the sea, they realized that they had betrayed their ideals, and doubled back to rescue their fallen ally. A sincere apology later, they were back on track to complete their mission. They rejoined the rest of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs, slingshot in tow, just as the EggSpark came within reach. Unfortunately, Galvatron Pig went berserk, and the terrified Minions fled once more.<br /> <br /> Seizing the opportunity, Starscream Pig grabbed a hold of the EggSpark while everyone else was distracted. The artifact's power caused him to grow to gargantuan proportions. Starscream Pig then challenged Galvatron Pig to a one-on-one match, winner take all! The showdown never happened, as [[Chuck (AB)|Bumblebee Bird]] stepped in, and used the giant slingshot to launch both Starscream Pig and the EggSpark off-planet. Starscream Pig reverted to his original form, traversed dimensions, and crashed through on of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s windows. The Minion Pig then sheepishly asked if the [[Autobot]]s aboard could give him a ride back home.<br /> <br /> Back on Piggy Island, everything returned to the way it had been before the EggSpark's arrival. As the Bad Piggies went their own way, the three remaining Minions had to put up with another of King Pig's temper tantrums. {{storylink|Hard Boiled}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Angry Birds'' storybooks===<br /> [[File:DHvsAB-StarscreamPigintrouble.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> Energon Starscream Pig joined his leader on his plot to poach the EggBots. {{storylink|Robot Birds in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> Energon Starscream Pig believed he could come up with the best battle plans, and snorted at all those who said otherwise! While scanning Piggy Island, he spotted Heatwave the Fire-Bot Bird cruising along by himself. The Minion Pig planned to catch him by surprised and swooped down to ambush him. At the last astro-second however, the Autobird heard Starscream Pig coming and knocked him out of the sky with his ladder. Later, Starscream Pig participated in a great big clash against the Autobirds in the middle of a desert. The Deceptihogs were defeated and had to flee the battleground. {{storylink|Deceptihogs Versus Autobirds}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> A group of Minion Pigs carried their king to a confrontation against the Flock. Both groups were then upgraded into Deceptihogs and Autobirds by the power of the EggSpark. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers: Cinematic Trailer}}<br /> <br /> A couple of Flying Pigbots pestered Optimus Prime Bird after he had been dropped off by [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]]. A few laser blasts later, both Pigbots were downed and left behind as Optimus Prime Bird continued on his adventure. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Angry Birds Transformers Comic-Con trailer}}<br /> <br /> Starscream Pig was part of a crazy dance party at the Deceptihogs' headquarters, where they used the EggSpark as a dance light. It was all very silly. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Deceptihogs' Revenge}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots pestered Bumblebee Bird, raining down laser blasts onto him. When one of their stray shots destroy the little umbrella in the drink of Heatwave Bird, relaxing nearby, the irate Autobird took them all out with a single blast of his cannon. {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Best Buddies}}<br /> <br /> A swarm of Flying Pigbots chased Arcee Bird and Optimus Prime Bird to a cliff edge. The two Autobirds were out of ammo, and at the mercy of the Deceptihogs... until Bluestreak Prowl teleported in and started blasting them! {{storylink|Commercial#Angry Birds Transformers|Meet Bluestreak and Prowl!}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> When the Allspark Egg crashed into Piggy Island, its hordes of Minion pigs were granted Cybertronic armor. Some got better gear including weapons though, and some even gained bodies based on the [[Decepticon]]s Starscream, Skywarp and Thundercracker. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br /> <br /> ====As Energon Starscream====<br /> [[File:Model-starscream.png|thumb]]<br /> The Starscream-powered Minion pig uses a rapid-fire blaster as his primary weapon, unleashing weak shots that have trouble breaking any blocks stronger than Glass, but are good at pushing blocks around to trigger domino effects. Unlike the similar weapons employed by [[Moustache Pig]] and [[Red (AB)#As Ultra Magnus|Red as Ultra Magnus]], Starscream Pig's blaster does not need ''any'' reloading, thus he can keep a steady stream of blaster fire going from the moment he enters the battlefield up until he re-boards [[Astrotrain (AB)|Astrotrain]] to leave it.<br /> <br /> With sufficient upgrades, Starscream Pig gains a shield that temporarily repels any blasts or missiles headed his way, but this requires an Energon cube to activate, gained by &quot;de-cyberforming&quot; metallic structures with blaster fire. As the shield is upgraded, more energon can be stored, increasing the shield's duration.<br /> <br /> [[Chef Pig#As Soundwave|Soundwave Pig]] once fed Starscream Pig an [[Energon cube]] sandwiched in a burger bun, causing the aerial Deceptihog to become empowered with [[Energon]]. <br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Thundercracker====<br /> [[File:Thundercracker-Pig.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> Rovio follows the grand tradition of repaints, giving their character models a simple palette swap as a new character with slightly altered weaponry. While Starscream is energon-fuelled, Thundercracker wasn't so lucky. Still, with his gatling style blaster, even the weak shots are able to destroy buildings and enemies with relative ease.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====As Skywarp====<br /> [[File:ABTransformersSkywarp.png|thumb]]<br /> The Minion Pig with Skywarp's form needed incentive to joining the fight. Some of the Autobirds and Deceptihogs were able to summon him into battle with Energon cubes, at which point he would fly into the area with a carpet-bomb attack. The more cubes he was given, the grander the scale of damage he was able to do.<br /> ====As Acid Storm====<br /> Acid Storm is the younger, less famous 'brother' of Starscream and Thundercracker. Those big shots fly around, getting all the glory and respect, but does anyone respect Acid Storm? No. No, they do not.<br /> <br /> Actually, maybe that's because of his... 'intense' colour scheme. Look at it! It's so bright! And so green! Argh! No, its too much.. must.. look.. away.. {peeks} Aaaiieee! So bright!<br /> <br /> Amoungst Acid Storm's many, many powers is the ability to produce clouds that rain acid. Nobody knows how he does this, and sometimes my friend, it's better not to ask.<br /> <br /> So, what are Acid Storm's other powers? Well, he can.. err.. he can go 'Oink'! AND he can roll around in mud, laugh at other pigs, try to grab the eggs, and get pulverized by the Birds! See? Many powers!<br /> <br /> Acid Storm's clouds of acid don't dissolve instantly, instead they damage things over time. Move quickly between targets to maximize the amount of damage that you do.<br /> <br /> Make sure to dodge returning fire while you're waiting for the acid to do the work!<br /> <br /> ====As the Eggbot Army====<br /> The overwhelming majority of King Pig's army joined the Eggbots in their goal of Cyberforming Piggy Island.<br /> <br /> The most common Minions have no offensive capabilities whatsoever, unless you count their annoying laughter. They simply bounce in place, waiting to be popped by weapons fire, by having blocks fall on them, or being dropped from a good height.<br /> <br /> Some Minions have developed guns though! Many can be spotted by their burgundy armor or boxy eye-obscuring helmets, but some are harder to spot! Their armaments range from simple blasters to rocket launchers to multi-blast &quot;shotguns&quot;. Their aim varies: some need a few moments to properly get their targets in their sights, but elite pigs can be distressingly accurate even at long range. These Minions tend to be a little tougher to pop, but thankfully a toppled but unpopped Minion generally can't right itself, and will just fire blind in whatever direction it's facing. Thankfully, these Minions' shots can topple blocks and even injure their fellow Minions should they get in the way.<br /> <br /> Some of these gunners grew propellers on their heads, making them dangerously mobile. These Minions like to pop up, sometimes in swarms, blocking your shots. They hover for a bit, fire, and zip to a new location. If they are not popped quickly enough, they'll perform a kamikaze dive at the player which does a bit more damage than their blasters do.<br /> <br /> Other Minions ''want'' to fly but can't, so they've settled for somehow getting way up high and tying balloons to themselves to float down gently. These Minions also lack blasters (man, what a bunch of losers), so instead they've attached sticks of dynamite to themselves (wait what?!) so they can go kaboom once they get too close to an [[Autobird]] or [[Deceptihog]]. The quickest way to deal with them is by popping their supporting balloons, sending them falling helplessly to the ground.<br /> <br /> And then there's the '''Sharktihogs''', Minions who have taken on the properties of the [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticon]]s. Found only in riverside and beach areas, these piscine porcines lurk underwater with only their fins sticking out before leaping into the air. Thankfully, rather than trying to gnaw your face off, they shoot at you with simple blasters. They're not invulnerable while submerged either, so a sharp-eyed shooter can take them out before they strike!<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> *'''Energon Racers Pack''' (''Telepods'' Racers multi-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Energon Starscream Pig is cast in clear plastic, and is packaged with similar versions of [[Red (AB)|Optimus Prime Bird]], [[Hal|Grimlock Bird]], [[Moustache Pig|Lockdown Pig]] and [[Chef Pig|Soundwave Pig]]. He can transform from robot to jet mode, with his Piggie head visible in both modes. The set also includes a ''Telepods'' base, which allows the figure to be scanned and unlocked in the ''[[Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers]]'' app.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Thundercracker Pig''' (''Telepods Racer, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' ''Telepods'' base<br /> :Thundercracker Pig is a [[redeco]] of Energon Starscream Pig, transforming from robot to jet. Like all ''Telepods'' products, he is packaged with a ''Telepods'' base.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Bird Raceway''' (''Telepods'' track set, 2014)<br /> :A small, non-transforming figure of Starscream Pig in jet mode is included in the Optimus Prime Bird Raceway set. It can be mounted atop the raceway's flagpole, and is sent spinning when a ''Telepods'' Racer figure rolls past.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime Attack Game''' (''Jenga'' game, 2014)<br /> :The Optimus Prime Attack Game includes a Starscream Pig head, which can be placed among ''{{w|Jenga}}'' blocks inside a Grimlock Bird frame to be knocked away by a launched vehicle.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * As the player upgrades each playable character, their models can gain new pieces of armor. At level 7, Starscream Pig and Thundercracker Pig gain a familiar-looking [[crown]] the same color as their &quot;helmets&quot;.<br /> * Every character in the game does a little dance when idling on the character upgrade screen. All of the jet-pigs do [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zS1cLOIxsQ8 The Carlton].<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[[wikia:c:angrybirds:Minion Pigs|Minion Pigs]] at the ''{{w|Angry Birds}}'' wiki.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Deceptihogs]]</div>

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<p>KevinSig: /* Synopsis */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig2|the Generation 1 cartoon episode|the Marvel UK comic story with a similar title|Makin' Tracks!}}<br /> {{episode<br /> |image=Maketracksraoul.jpg<br /> |caption=&quot;I really think we should exchange insurance.&quot;&lt;br/&gt; &quot;Nah, nah man, it's fine. You can totally buff that out. And that's ''supposed'' to be on fire.&quot;<br /> |series=G1toon<br /> |ep=43<br /> |series2=SRLFtoon<br /> |ep2=33<br /> |prev2=The God Gambit<br /> |next2=Quest for Survival<br /> |title=&quot;Make Tracks&quot;<br /> |airdate=[[October 30]], 1985<br /> |written by=[[David Wise]]<br /> |production code=#700-42<br /> |production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]<br /> |animation studio=[[Unknown Generation 1 animation studio|Unknown]]<br /> |continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> '''The Transformers go to New York, and Tracks makes a friend.'''<br /> <br /> ==Synopsis==<br /> In [[New York City]], two thugs carjack a familiar looking car, which also has a stereo sitting in the front seat. Heading to a chop shop, the punks try to sell the car...at which point the car turns into [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]], and the stereo turns into [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]]. The chop shop head, [[Winston]], tries to run, when [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] arrives. Winston vainly tries to shoot Optimus as the actual police arrive and arrest him. <br /> <br /> The [[Autobot]]s are helping the NYPD in a crime busting program, but their [[Great War (G1)|never ending war]] is also on Prime's mind. The Autobot leader is convinced that the [[Decepticon]]s are nearby, plotting mischief, as they are prone to do, but the Autobots just can't find them. Heading back to [[Sparkplug Witwicky]]'s garage, Tracks is enjoying the city so he decides to go for a drive, while [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]], [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]], [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]], [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] and [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]] go out on patrol. <br /> <br /> [[File:G1MakeTracks TracksRaoul.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Naughty boy. Spankings for you.]]<br /> <br /> Tracks has a run-in with some more punks and scares them off, but one of the punks shoots a tire out, causing Tracks to crash. Unable to [[Transformation|transform]] or call the garage, he is found by young [[Raoul]], who drags him to an alley and plans to sell him to the [[Geddis brothers]]. Once he learns that Tracks is alive, he decides to fix him up, but he's still planning on selling him. Raoul accidentally cuts a wire that connects Tracks' computer to his body and silences the Autobot, but reconnects it. (That's one important wire.)<br /> <br /> On patrol, Seaspray is disgusted with what the humans have dumped in the East River (aren't we all). Cosmos swoops down to inspect an accident, which Huffer and Hoist help clear up. They update Prime, who is getting worried about Tracks. <br /> <br /> Back at the alley, Raoul is done, and is having second thoughts about selling Tracks. The Geddis brothers arrive and start to rough up Raoul, only for Tracks to transform and &quot;ask&quot; them to stop. The Geddis brothers flee, mentioning how shocked they are that a Transformer is attacking them. Tracks and Raoul follow, Tracks having deduced that they must be dealing with the Decepticons. They lose the Geddis brothers, but Raoul knows their main garage is down by the wharf. Heading there, Tracks and Raoul follow the legion of stolen cars. <br /> <br /> [[File:Maketracksstarscreammall.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Starscream knows the best way to avoid lines on [[Black Friday (event)|Black Friday]]: rob the store on Thanksgiving.]]<br /> <br /> Above them, Powerglide spots [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]], and follows him. Powerglide and Cosmos chase the [[Air Commander]] into a human mall, only for Starscream to threaten the civilians and escape. Prime calculates that Starscream is heading for the [[Pine Barrens]] in [[New Jersey (Earth)|New Jersey]], and the Autobots roll out.<br /> <br /> Somewhere in the Pine Barrens, the Geddis brothers are working with the Decepticons to provide them with 500 stolen cars. The Geddis brothers demand their million dollar payment. [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] shows them the business end of the [[fusion cannon]], and one of the brothers fires off a few shots at Megatron. A single blast from Megatron sends the Geddis brothers running. Tracks tries to contact Prime, but his radio is still damaged, so he decides to get up close and personal, seeing what Megatron intends. When he discovers that the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]] are intending to dismantle the cars, Tracks attempts to flee, only for the wire connecting his computer to sever again. Tracks is placed on the conveyor belt with the other cars ready for demolition. <br /> <br /> [[File:Maketracksprimewatches.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Prime defeated Megatron, Starscream, Shockwave, and death itself...but the traffic of New York horrified him more than anything.]]<br /> <br /> Realizing Tracks is in danger, Raoul reveals himself to the Decepticons and says he placed a bomb in his car. Megatron allows him to disarm it, but instead Raoul reconnects the wire that reactivates Tracks and the pair bail. [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] sends [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] and [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]] to hunt and kill, and Tracks is running out of power. He tells Raoul to run, but [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] arrive and drive [[Decepticon Mini-Cassette|the two cassettes]] off. <br /> <br /> Back at the garage, Tracks and Raoul fill the Autobots in on what's happening, just as the Autobots discover first-hand that the rebuilt cars are heading into New York. Prime, Blaster, and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] defend the Washington Bridge, as Tracks, Bumblebee, [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]], and Sideswipe defend the [[Chrysler Building]], while [[Ironhide (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ironhide]], Huffer, and [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] defend another part of the city. Just when the Autobots believe they have the upper hand, the cars transform into gun-wielding drones, presenting a severe tactical deficiency. <br /> <br /> [[File:Maketracksspraymegatron.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;Uh, I came in for a dental appointment, not surgery.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Ratchet realizes that the drones are being remotely controlled, and that the Jersey base is the source. Blaster jams the control frequency, allowing the Autobots time to break off to attack the Decepticon base. Raoul tries to take a crow bar to the controls of the car drone factory. However, Megatron captures Raoul, and orders the Autobots to surrender. Raoul opens a panel on Megatron's chest, and uses a spray paint can to short circuit the Decepticon leader. Rumble orders a retreat back to the [[Decepticon Headquarters (G1 Earth)|base]] before Starscream can declare himself the new leader. The Autobots destroy the factory, causing the drone army to shut down.<br /> <br /> [[File:Make-Tracks_Drone_Transformation.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|The coolest episode McGuffin yet, and they get barely over 2 minutes of screen time.]]<br /> <br /> At Sparkplug's garage, the poor fleshling predicts that it will take weeks to restore the cars to their original configuration, even with Ratchet, Hoist, and [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]'s help. Raoul takes that as his cue to leave, only for Tracks to &quot;volunteer&quot; Raoul for repair duty.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Featured characters==<br /> {{featuredcharacters<br /> |c1=<br /> * [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]] (1)<br /> * [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] (4)<br /> * [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] (6)<br /> * [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]] (8)<br /> * [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] (9)<br /> * [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]] (10)<br /> * [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] (11)<br /> * [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] (12)<br /> * [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] (13)<br /> * [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] (23)<br /> * [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] (24)<br /> * [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] (25)<br /> * [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] (26)<br /> * [[Ironhide (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ironhide]] (27)<br /> * [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] (28)<br /> * [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]] (29)<br /> <br /> |c2=<br /> * [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] (16)<br /> * [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] (17)<br /> * [[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (18)<br /> * [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (19)<br /> * [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] (20)<br /> * [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (21)<br /> * [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]] (22)<br /> * [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] (30)<br /> <br /> |c3=<br /> * Car Thief 1 (2)<br /> * Car Thief 2 (3)<br /> * [[Winston]] (5)<br /> * [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] (7)<br /> * [[Raoul]] (14)<br /> * [[Geddis brothers]] (15)<br /> }}<br /> <br /> ==Quotes==<br /> &quot;Well, nobody seems to want you, so that makes you mine.&quot;<br /> :—'''Raoul''' demonstrating a very lax understanding of property law as he steals Tracks.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Look, I've been shot at, smashed up, and stolen three times tonight, and I'm in a most foul humor.&quot;<br /> :—'''Tracks'''. Some days, it just doesn't pay to be an ambiguously gay car.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;That car... talks!&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> &quot;You've got a mind like a steel trap.&quot;<br /> :—'''Raoul''' and '''Tracks'''<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;First time in my life I try to steal a car, and I get one with a big mouth.&quot;<br /> :—'''Raoul''' discovers karma.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;How do you do, Starscream? Not very well, I hope!&quot;<br /> :—'''Cosmos''' introduces himself with laser blasts.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Attention, Soundwave: Uh-oh!&quot;<br /> :—'''Starscream''' just wanted Soundwave to know he's okay.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;I have no desire to be carved up into Auto-sushi!&quot;<br /> :—'''Tracks'''<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;They don't look all that smart to me. Ha! Their aim's not too good either.&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> &quot;Maybe, but they've got us outnumbered. Fire!&quot;<br /> :—'''Blaster''' and '''Optimus Prime''' on the drones.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Let us stomp out these cheap imitations!&quot; <br /> :—'''Tracks''' disapproves of [[knockoff]]s.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;I'll teach you to mess with the [[Chrysler Building]]!&quot;<br /> :—'''Tracks''' to the drones.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Throw down your weapon, Prime!&quot;<br /> :—'''Megatron''', about to experience his most humiliating defeat yet.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> ===Animation or technical glitches===<br /> * As the cop car arrives at the garage, its back door opens - but is shown to be hinged at the back instead of the front. <br /> * As Blaster throws the punks on the ground, one of them clips through the police officers.<br /> * The animators never seemed to get a good grasp on the design of Tracks' car mode, and this episode puts it on full display. For example, as he leaves Sparkplug's garage, he's drawn with over-sized tires and squished doors.<br /> * Rauol restores Tracks' computer stuff, but in two behind-the-hood shots, the blinking lights are missing.<br /> * As Prime activates a screen to contact Powerglide, the screen's initial static is wider than the screen itself.<br /> * When Hoist hauls the damaged '4WD' (which is actually a sedan car) away, he drives floating mid-air into the background.<br /> * Tracks' flying car mode is shown with nothing but 2 wings rotating out from under his chassis. Normally it's a full transformation with tailfins and some alterations to his back half.<br /> * Starscream's first line appears to be cut off; he says &quot;Attention Soundwave&quot; even though Soundwave is not part of the story at this point, then goes &quot;Uh oh&quot; as he notices Powerglide following him.<br /> * Starscream's shots at Powerglide use the Autobot laser sound effect.<br /> * Coloring errors:<br /> ** Starscream's canopy is all-yellow as he pursues Powerglide, instead of having a grey cowling at the end.<br /> ** Sideswipe is colored as Soundwave twice — once in an overhead shot at the Autobot base, and again when the Autobots charge towards Megatron's building.<br /> ** The sides of Blaster's helmet are white as he transforms on the bridge.<br /> * After Cosmos strafes Starscream, the details from the front of his ship mode are repeated on his back. Later, in the mall, they will be drawn on the back of his [[robot mode]] as well.<br /> [[File:Maketracksstarscreammall.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> * Starscream, Powerglide, and Cosmos have no trouble fitting in a shopping mall, walking right in through the main doors. They even run up (what must be an incredibly wide) escalator!<br /> * &quot;He must be hiding somewhere!&quot; - Cosmos is a couple of heads taller than Powerglide. Normally he'd be about the same height or a bit shorter.<br /> * Cosmos gets no transformation sound as he lands with the damaged elevator car.<br /> * The first time we see Megatron, his gunbarrel is on the left side of his back. In the next shot, it's (correctly) on the right side.<br /> * The other stolen cars randomly appear and disappear as Tracks rides the conveyor belt into the Decepticon building.<br /> * The start of Teletraan's warning to Prime is cut off. Tracks then says &quot;The Decepticon cars - they're here!&quot; with the same radio muffling that is normally applied to Teletraan.<br /> * When leaving to intercept the drones, Tracks is supposed to walk in front of Optimus, toward the camera; but he's layered behind Optimus therefore appears to be ''taller'' than Prime for a moment.<br /> * Ratchet's first shots aren't aligned with the barrel of his gun.<br /> * All of the Decepticon drones are identical, right down to the color scheme, despite transforming from cars of wildly different makes and colors.<br /> * As Blaster notes, &quot;They don't look all that smart to me,&quot; Optimus Prime is the one shown to be speaking.<br /> * The bridge fight has several errors: Sometimes the ground is smooth, while other times it has rectangular lines; several times, the drones and the Autobots are drawn with a sky background where the bridge towers should still be shown; and as Blaster activates his jammer, the cable wires disappear.<br /> * Blaster activates his jamming frequency using the same switch the thieves pressed at the beginning of the episode to turn on his radio.<br /> * The animations for muzzle flashes and lasers in this episode are very different and of a much lower quality than in most of the previous episodes (for instance, we usually see only the flashes and not the beams in closeups). The sound effects are different also, including Ironhide's weapon sounding like a chain gun, among other things.<br /> <br /> ===Continuity errors===<br /> [[File:MakeHoistHuffer.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|C'mon, it's not any worse than [[The Transformers: The Movie|Devastator forming inside of Astrotrain]], or [[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 2|the Autobots boarding Silverbolt like human passengers]], or [[Quest for Survival|Cosmos having an ejection chamber that can fit all of his passengers]].]]<br /> [[File:MakeTracks Scrapper sword.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> * After pointedly professing that he doesn't understand all of Tracks' fancy computer stuff, why the heck does Raoul just reach in and cut a random wire?<br /> * And why DOES Tracks have such an easily reached vulnerability right under his hood?<br /> * During the fender bender traffic jam, Hoist is seen riding in Huffer's cab. For scale reference, Huffer is ''shorter'' than Hoist in robot mode.<br /> * The Geddis brothers rough up Raoul at midnight. Some time later, Powerglide and Cosmos harass Starscream in a shopping mall that's doing a pretty decent amount of business. Even in New York City, the malls don't stay open ''that'' late.<br /> * Speaking of the mall, Starscream must be incredibly stealthy since all the mall patrons are oblivious to his presence. No one is screaming or running, and in fact people are just sitting down at tables or casually looking over ledges. You'd think by now they would realize that when a Decepticon appears, you don't want to hang around. <br /> * Fighting against two flight capable Autobots, Starscream escapes... into the air?<br /> *All the advanced technology at the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]]' disposal, technical know how to build transforming drones...and [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] is using a ''[[sword]]'' to slice the cars in half? And how does slicing them in half make them easier to convert into drones?<br /> * Raoul must have a Doraemon-style inner-jacket pocket. There is no bulge or any other indication he is carrying a can that large... it basically materializes out of nowhere. <br /> * And how did he know exactly what button opens Megatron's chest?<br /> <br /> ===Continuity notes===<br /> [[File:MakeTracks Seaspray communicator.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> * One new commercial bumper debuts in this episode: [[Hook (G1)|Hook]].<br /> * According to this episode, Sparkplug has a set of warehouses/garages in New York that can hold 200 cars and a makeshift Autobot base (complete with a copy of Teletraan I!).<br /> * Raoul would appear again in &quot;[[Auto-Bop]]&quot;.<br /> * Tracks can be disabled by cutting ''one'' wire. It just happens to be right under his hood, which is one of the more vulnerable places on an Autobot's body.<br /> * Megatron can be disabled by a ''can of spray-paint''.<br /> * Gadgets and powers:<br /> ** Seaspray uses a common wrist communicator to radio in, accompanied by a blinking light on his chest.<br /> <br /> ===Real-world references===<br /> [[File:MakeTracks Chrysler Building.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> [[File:Maketracks tftm.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Metaformers: The Reference]]<br /> * Tracks comments on the cliche of loving New York, which is a reference to the [[wikipedia:I Love New York|famous New York advertising campaign]]. This ad was also seen earlier in the season in &quot;[[City of Steel (episode)|City of Steel]]&quot;.<br /> * Though it's not named, the bridge battle seems to occur on the George Washington Bridge.<br /> * Tracks identifies the Chrysler Building for us (as do several of the omnipresent signs.)<br /> * The backgrounds in this episode are absolutely ''loaded'' with signs (the animators appear to have used Tokyo as a model as much as NYC.) Quite a few advertise actual real-world brand names. Many are illegible, but some can be read:<br /> **Most notably, in two different scenes (basically using the same background), a movie theater can be shown advertising ''[[The Transformers: The Movie (fictional)|The Transformers: The Movie]]''. (More specifically, it advertises both &quot;Transformers: The Transformers: The Movie&quot; and &quot;Transformer: The Transformer: The Movie&quot;.)<br /> ** The opening pan includes &quot;FD Rum Appliances&quot;, &quot;Life Life&quot;, &quot;Star&quot;, &quot;Victoria Hotel&quot;, &quot;Lido&quot;, and &quot;Astoria&quot;. That last one shows up again later - Powerglide flies by it when he is reporting in to Prime. While presumably done to reference the famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, Astoria is also, coincidentally enough, the name of the girl who'll fall for Powerglide in &quot;[[The Girl Who Loved Powerglide]]&quot;.<br /> ** In the pan that introduces the two car thief punks: &quot;Night&quot;<br /> ** As they drive Tracks away: &quot;Stano Bar&quot;, &quot;Mugen Nightclub&quot;, &quot;William(?) Intercom Portraits&quot;. &quot;Stano Bar&quot; and &quot;Mugen&quot; repeat a couple of shots later - were the punks just driving around the block?? Tracks later returns to this spot when he encounters the trio of thugs.<br /> ** As Tracks hits the street lamp: &quot;Restaurant Luncheonette&quot;, &quot;BB Club&quot;, &quot;Gold Steak(?)&quot;, &quot;Portr(aits?)&quot;<br /> ** As Raul laments his car thieving luck: &quot;New York Holidays&quot;, &quot;Astoria Hotel&quot;, &quot;Crown&quot;, &quot;Automat&quot;, &quot;Imporded&quot; [''sic''], &quot;Banana&quot;, and &quot;Night Clove&quot;.<br /> ** As Cosmos swoops down: &quot;Huston&quot;, &quot;Apollo&quot;, &quot;Kilimanjaro&quot;, &quot;Las Vegas&quot;, &quot;Jamiaca(?) Academy&quot;. Also briefly visible is a truck based on Prime's [[alternate mode]].<br /> ** As he careens around 5 feet above the street: &quot;Canadian Club&quot;, &quot;Dallas Starclub&quot;, &quot;Amazon&quot;, and a pickup with &quot;Ford&quot; on the tailgate and mudflaps.<br /> ** As Tracks first pursues the Geddis Brothers: &quot;Casablanca&quot;, &quot;Abba Cafe&quot;, &quot;Victoria restaurant&quot;<br /> ** Visible alongside the TF:TM marquis: &quot;Victoria&quot; (another theater), &quot;Toshiba&quot;, &quot;Admiral Television Appliances&quot;<br /> ** As the car chase continues: &quot;Cuba Dance&quot;, &quot;Dolce&quot;, &quot;Fashion Show&quot;, &quot;Forker Garbo&quot;, &quot;Victoria Hotel&quot; (apparently the most omnipresent chain in the city), &quot;Dragons Club&quot;, &quot;Angels Orion&quot;, &quot;Hollono&quot;.<br /> ** Through Tracks' windshield: &quot;Hitchco(ck)&quot;, &quot;Devar&quot;, &quot;Champ El&quot;<br /> ** As Tracks launches into the sky: &quot;Academy&quot;, &quot;Cuba&quot;, &quot;Ballad Opera&quot;, &quot;[[Dallas]]&quot;, &quot;Kentucky&quot;, &quot;Canterbury&quot;, &quot;Las Vegas&quot;, &quot;Capone&quot;, &quot;Alexander&quot;, &quot;Acapolco&quot;, &quot;Caracas&quot;.<br /> ** As they spot the Geddis' escaping car: &quot;Camus&quot; &quot;Academy&quot; &quot;Casanova&quot; &quot;Country Club&quot;, &quot;Dallas Ang(?)&quot;.<br /> ** After Tracks lands: &quot;French Can Can Casinofolie Fokker Game&quot;, &quot;Ceylon&quot;, &quot;Diamond Game Casablanca Hustle Hot&quot;.<br /> ** As Starscream first dodges from Powerglide: &quot;Angel Hotel&quot;, &quot;Time Bell&quot;, &quot;Hyway&quot;<br /> ** As Starscream dives after Powerglide: &quot;Angel Hotel&quot;, &quot;Yesterday&quot;, &quot;Club Honey Boy&quot;, &quot;Sunny Girl&quot;, &quot;Broad&quot;, &quot;Sting Man&quot;, &quot;Happy&quot;, &quot;Sun Shine&quot;, &quot;Momo Club&quot;<br /> ** After Cosmos joins the battle: &quot;Canadian&quot;, &quot;Brazillion&quot;, &quot;(Hol)iday In&quot;, &quot;General Hospital&quot;<br /> ** On the outside of the mall: &quot;Clothing Original&quot;, &quot;Accessory bargain sale&quot;, &quot;Man and Woman Shoes Center&quot;, &quot;Alexander&quot;, &quot;Benelux Fashion&quot;<br /> ** As the drones approach Bumblebee and company: &quot;Caniiland&quot;, &quot;Body Building&quot;, &quot;Danube&quot;, &quot;Beef Steak&quot;, &quot;Hitchcock&quot;, &quot;Clumos&quot;, &quot;Crown Hotel&quot;, &quot;Casino Game&quot;<br /> ** As the drones explode a second later: &quot;Parking&quot;, &quot;Casino&quot;, &quot;(?)rcheri&quot;, &quot;Reff(?) Cine Stands&quot;, &quot;Inmaxfactor&quot;<br /> * For maybe the first time in the whole series, a human's normal handgun makes bullet-shooting noises, when the car thief fires at Optimus outside the garage.<br /> * ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' sound effects:<br /> ** Tracks takes off with a lengthy ''[[Millennium Falcon]]'' engine roar.<br /> ** Lots of [[Death Star]] defense lasers during the final firefight.<br /> <br /> ===Trivia===<br /> * The [[New York City]] of this episode, while still a cartoon, is a lot more grimy and grungy than [[City of Steel (episode)|the last time we saw it]] (some might say more true to life.) It's got stolen cars, gangs, punks, a river full of garbage, traffic jams, and an overall darkness that fits with the 1980s perception of the city.<br /> * Even given that 500 cars have been stolen and it's late at night, there seems to be a severe lack of traffic (in the streets and on the bridge) in New York City. The Autobots and the drones are the only vehicles/robots we see towards the end of the episode.<br /> * Tracks has a subtly different color model to normal in this episode: his white parts are a stark, bright white, instead of greyish off-white, his wheels are the same grey as his arms and legs, instead of their normal near-black, and he has black windows in robot mode instead of the usual clear/off-white. This alternate color scheme reappears in &quot;[[The Secret of Omega Supreme]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign localization===<br /> '''Italian''' <br /> :*''Title (dub 1):'' &quot;'''Autorobots'''&quot; (&quot;Autobots&quot;)<br /> :*''Title (dub 2):'' &quot;'''Sulle tracce di Tracks'''&quot; (&quot;On the Trail of Tracks&quot;)<br /> :*''Original airdate:'' ?<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Japanese'''<br /> :*''Title:'' &quot;'''Senshi Tracks'''&quot; (戦士トラックス, &quot;Tracks the Warrior&quot;)<br /> :*''Original airdate:'' [[February 21]], [[1986]]<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Russian'''<br /> :*''Title:'' &quot;'''Nastoyashchaya droozhba'''&quot; (Настоящая дружба, &quot;The Real Friendship&quot;)<br /> :*''Original airdate:'' ?<br /> <br /> ==Home video releases==<br /> {{homevidnote}}<br /> ;[[Wikipedia:LaserDisc|LaserDisc]]<br /> [[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1994 — ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' — Convoy Set ([[TakaraTomy|Takara]]) — Japanese audio only.&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1998 — ''The Transformers'' — Autobot Edition ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.<br /> ;DVD<br /> [[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers'' — DVD Box 1 (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only.&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2: Vol. 5 (Rhino Entertainment)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2 ([[Metrodome]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 3: Series 2.2 ([[Madman Entertainment]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Italy.png|20px|Italy]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Volume 05: Stagione Due Parte Terza ([[Medianetwork Communication]]) — English and Italian audio.&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season Two: Part Two (Metrodome)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Season Two, Volume One: 25th Anniversary Edition ([[Shout! Factory]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary &quot;Matrix of Leadership&quot; Collection (Shout! Factory)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://cybertronchronicle.com/cartoon-dossier/season-2/synopses/700-42.html Episode Dossier at The Cybertron Chronicle]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:The Transformers episodes]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Sentinel_(G1)&diff=1083731 2016-04-11T00:35:58Z

<p>KevinSig: /* Angry Birds Transformers */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|decepticon}}<br /> {{disambig3.5|the mooks|Optimus' predecessor as [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]|Sentinel Prime (G1)|Sentinel}}<br /> :''The Sentinels are a group of [[Decepticon]] drones from [[The Transformers (cartoon)|cartoon portion]] of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:DotD2-TheSentinel.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|For some reason, fhe first Sentinel had gardening shears for hands.]]<br /> <br /> The '''Sentinels''' were a [[Cybertron Guard|series of combat robots]] used by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. None of them appeared able to speak or transform, but they sure did die easily.<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Transformers'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Gregg Berger]] (English), [[Hirotaka Suzuoki]] (Japanese), [[Hirotaka Kataoka]] (Japanese), [[Keiichi Nanba]] (Japanese)}}<br /> When the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] arrived on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] through the [[space bridge]], a large battle ensued in [[Decepticon Headquarters (G1 Cybertron)|Decepticon Headquarters]] between the stompin' cyber-saurians and Shockwave's guard robots. Despite destroying many of them, the Dinobots, except for [[Swoop (G1)|Swoop]], were overwhelmed and captured.<br /> <br /> Later, [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] and [[Carly]] also used the Space Bridge to reach Cybertron, and quickly managed to escape from Shockwave's control room. The guardian of Cybertron then dispatched &quot;the Sentinel&quot;, a treaded robot with pincer-like hands, to deal with the [[human]]s. Thinking fast, Spike crushed its head in a gigantic sliding door, destroying it. A group of guards accompanied the [[Head Guard]] in locating and capturing the two humans, who had joined up with Swoop. The prisoners were then sent to the [[Cybertonium Pit]], where they were watched until a fight broke out between Spike and [[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Grimlock]]. Lowering the force-field in order to remove the humans, the guards were attacked by the Dinobots, who made short work of them. {{storylink|Desertion of the Dinobots, Part 2}} <br /> <br /> [[File:TSfAT-TheSentinel.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|On Cybertron, everything is aerodynamic.]]<br /> Later, when [[Chromia (G1)|Chromia]], [[Firestar (G1)|Firestar]], and [[Moonracer (G1)|Moonracer]] escaped capture at Shockwave's hand, he sent a different Sentinel, which was capable of flight, after the trio of fleeing Autobots. Though the wheeled, multi-gunned machine tracked them to the general vicinity of their secret headquarters, this Sentinel was obliterated by a single blast from Moonracer's pistol. {{storylink|The Search for Alpha Trion}} <br /> <br /> When next encountered, Shockwave had a large group of &quot;Sentinel guards&quot;—of a different make from the last two units—which he deployed in practice military maneuvers with giant holograms. These Sentinels were present when an asteroid arrived on Cybertron carrying the banished [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]].<br /> <br /> [[File:TRoB-Sentinels.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|Minutes from agonizing death, rest assured.]]<br /> Shockwave and the Sentinels defended the planet from these renegades, who combined into [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]] and utterly annihilated them. A short while later, the Sentinels assisted a joint Decepticon-Autobot task force in defeating the giant Bruticus, although many more were reduced to scrap in the process. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br /> <br /> [[File:ABTF Sentinel.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|]]<br /> <br /> {{charstubgame|{{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * The Sentinel that appeared in &quot;The Search for Alpha Trion&quot; was actually a re-used robot model from &quot;Desertion of the Dinobots, Part 2&quot;. Presumably this means the original robot in &quot;Desertion of the Dinobots&quot; was one in a series, as Shockwave disintegrated it shortly after Spike and Carly tried to use it as cover.<br /> <br /> * The army of Sentinel guards that appear in &quot;The Revenge of Bruticus&quot; likewise re-use a model from &quot;Desertion of the Dinobots, Part 2&quot;. In this case, they recolored the model of the Head Guard, who was turned into molten metal by [[Slag (G1)|Slag]].<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Destron Keibi Robo''' (デストロン警備ロボ ''Desutoron Keibi Robo'', &quot;Destron Guard Robo&quot;), '''Guard Robot''' (&quot;[[The Revenge of Bruticus]]&quot;, ガードロボット ''Gādo Robotto'')<br /> <br /> [[Category:Generation 1 cartoon Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 1 drones]]</div>

KevinSig https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Make_Tracks&diff=1083698 2016-04-10T23:39:35Z

<p>KevinSig: </p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig2|the Generation 1 cartoon episode|the Marvel UK comic story with a similar title|Makin' Tracks!}}<br /> {{episode<br /> |image=Maketracksraoul.jpg<br /> |caption=&quot;I really think we should exchange insurance.&quot;&lt;br/&gt; &quot;Nah, nah man, it's fine. You can totally buff that out. And that's ''supposed'' to be on fire.&quot;<br /> |series=G1toon<br /> |ep=43<br /> |series2=SRLFtoon<br /> |ep2=33<br /> |prev2=The God Gambit<br /> |next2=Quest for Survival<br /> |title=&quot;Make Tracks&quot;<br /> |airdate=[[October 30]], 1985<br /> |written by=[[David Wise]]<br /> |production code=#700-42<br /> |production company=[[Sunbow Productions]]<br /> |animation studio=[[Unknown Generation 1 animation studio|Unknown]]<br /> |continuity=[[Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]<br /> }}<br /> <br /> '''The Transformers go to New York, and Tracks makes a friend.'''<br /> <br /> ==Synopsis==<br /> In [[New York City]], two thugs carjack a familiar looking car, which also has a stereo sitting in the front seat. Heading to a chop shop, the punks try to sell the car...at which point the car turns into [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]], and the stereo turns into [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]]. The chop shop head, [[Winston]], tries to run, when [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] arrives. Winston vainly tries to shoot Optimus as the actual police arrive and arrest him. <br /> <br /> The [[Autobot]]s are helping the NYPD in a crime busting program, but their [[Great War (G1)|never ending war]] is also on Prime's mind. The Autobot leader is convinced that the [[Decepticon]]s are nearby, plotting mischief, as they are prone to do, but the Autobots just can't find them. Heading back to [[Sparkplug Witwicky]]'s garage, Tracks is enjoying the city so he decides to go for a drive, while [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]], [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]], [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]], [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] and [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]] go out on patrol. <br /> <br /> [[File:G1MakeTracks TracksRaoul.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Naughty boy. Spankings for you.]]<br /> <br /> Tracks has a run-in with some more punks and scares them off, but one of the punks shoots a tire out, causing Tracks to crash. Unable to [[Transformation|transform]] or call the garage, he is found by young [[Raoul]], who drags him to an alley and plans to sell him to the [[Geddis brothers]]. Once he learns that Tracks is alive, he decides to fix him up, but he's still planning on selling him. Raoul accidentally cuts a wire that connects Tracks' computer to his body and silences the Autobot, but reconnects it. (That's one important wire.)<br /> <br /> On patrol, Seaspray is disgusted with what the humans have dumped in the East River (aren't we all). Cosmos swoops down to inspect an accident, which Huffer and Hoist help clear up. They update Prime, who is getting worried about Tracks. <br /> <br /> Back at the alley, Raoul is done, and is having second thoughts about selling Tracks. The Geddis brothers arrive and start to rough up Raoul, only for Tracks to transform and &quot;ask&quot; them to stop. The Geddis brothers flee, mentioning how shocked they are that a Transformer is attacking them. Tracks and Raoul follow, Tracks having deduced that they must be dealing with the Decepticons. They lose the Geddis brothers, but Raoul knows their main garage is down by the wharf. Heading there, Tracks and Raoul follow the legion of stolen cars. <br /> <br /> [[File:Maketracksstarscreammall.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Starscream knows the best way to avoid lines on [[Black Friday (event)|Black Friday]]: rob the store on Thanksgiving.]]<br /> <br /> Above them, Powerglide spots [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]], and follows him. Powerglide and Cosmos chase the [[Air Commander]] into a human mall, only for Starscream to threaten the civilians and escape. Prime calculates that Starscream is heading for the [[Pine Barrens]] in [[New Jersey (Earth)|New Jersey]], and the Autobots roll out.<br /> <br /> Somewhere in the Pine Barrens, the Geddis brothers are working with the Decepticons to provide them with 500 stolen cars. The Geddis brothers demand their million dollar payment. [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] shows them the business end of the [[fusion cannon]], and one of the brothers fires off a few shots at Megatron. A single blast from Megatron sends the Geddis brothers running. Tracks tries to contact Prime, but his radio is still damaged, so he decides to get up close and personal, seeing what Megatron intends. When he discovers that the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]] are intending to dismantle the cars, Tracks attempts to flee, only for the wire connecting his computer to sever again. Tracks is placed on the conveyor belt with the other cars ready for demolition. <br /> <br /> [[File:Maketracksprimewatches.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Prime defeated Megatron, Starscream, Shockwave, and death itself...but the traffic of New York horrified him more than anything.]]<br /> <br /> Realizing Tracks is in danger, Raoul reveals himself to the Decepticons and says he placed a bomb in his car. Megatron allows him to disarm it, but instead Raoul reconnects the wire that reactivates Tracks and the pair bail. [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] sends [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] and [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]] to hunt and kill, and Tracks is running out of power. He tells Raoul to run, but [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] arrive and drive [[Decepticon Mini-Cassette|the two cassettes]] off. <br /> <br /> Back at the garage, Tracks and Raoul fill the Autobots in on what's happening, just as the Autobots discover first-hand that the rebuilt cars are heading into New York. Prime, Blaster, and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] defend the Washington Bridge, as Tracks, Bumblebee, [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]], and Sideswipe defend the [[Chrysler Building]], while [[Ironhide (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ironhide]], Huffer, and [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] defend another part of the city. Just when the Autobots believe they have the upper hand, the cars transform into gun-wielding drones, presenting a severe tactical deficiency. <br /> <br /> [[File:Maketracksspraymegatron.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;Uh, I came in for a dental appointment, not surgery.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Ratchet realizes that the drones are being remotely controlled, and that the Jersey base is the source. Blaster jams the control frequency, allowing the Autobots time to break off to attack the Decepticon base. Raoul tries to take a crow bar to the controls of the car drone factory. However, Megatron captures Raoul, and orders the Autobots to surrender. Raoul opens a panel on Megatron's chest, and uses a spray paint can to short circuit the Decepticon leader. Rumble orders a retreat back to the [[Decepticon Headquarters (G1 Earth)|base]] before Starscream can declare himself the new leader. The Autobots destroy the factory, causing the drone army to shut down.<br /> <br /> [[File:Make-Tracks_Drone_Transformation.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;The coolest episode McGuffin yet, and they get barely over 2 minutes of screen time.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> At Sparkplug's garage, the poor fleshling predicts that it will take weeks to restore the cars to their original configuration, even with Ratchet, Hoist, and [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]'s help. Raoul takes that as his cue to leave, only for Tracks to &quot;volunteer&quot; Raoul for repair duty.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Featured characters==<br /> {{featuredcharacters<br /> |c1=<br /> * [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]] (1)<br /> * [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] (4)<br /> * [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] (6)<br /> * [[Hoist (G1)|Hoist]] (8)<br /> * [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] (9)<br /> * [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]] (10)<br /> * [[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] (11)<br /> * [[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] (12)<br /> * [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] (13)<br /> * [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] (23)<br /> * [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] (24)<br /> * [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] (25)<br /> * [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] (26)<br /> * [[Ironhide (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ironhide]] (27)<br /> * [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] (28)<br /> * [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]] (29)<br /> <br /> |c2=<br /> * [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] (16)<br /> * [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] (17)<br /> * [[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (18)<br /> * [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (19)<br /> * [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] (20)<br /> * [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (21)<br /> * [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]] (22)<br /> * [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] (30)<br /> <br /> |c3=<br /> * Car Thief 1 (2)<br /> * Car Thief 2 (3)<br /> * [[Winston]] (5)<br /> * [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] (7)<br /> * [[Raoul]] (14)<br /> * [[Geddis brothers]] (15)<br /> }}<br /> <br /> ==Quotes==<br /> &quot;Well, nobody seems to want you, so that makes you mine.&quot;<br /> :—'''Raoul''' demonstrating a very lax understanding of property law as he steals Tracks.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Look, I've been shot at, smashed up, and stolen three times tonight, and I'm in a most foul humor.&quot;<br /> :—'''Tracks'''. Some days, it just doesn't pay to be an ambiguously gay car.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;That car... talks!&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> &quot;You've got a mind like a steel trap.&quot;<br /> :—'''Raoul''' and '''Tracks'''<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;First time in my life I try to steal a car, and I get one with a big mouth.&quot;<br /> :—'''Raoul''' discovers karma.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;How do you do, Starscream? Not very well, I hope!&quot;<br /> :—'''Cosmos''' introduces himself with laser blasts.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Attention, Soundwave: Uh-oh!&quot;<br /> :—'''Starscream''' just wanted Soundwave to know he's okay.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;I have no desire to be carved up into Auto-sushi!&quot;<br /> :—'''Tracks'''<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;They don't look all that smart to me. Ha! Their aim's not too good either.&quot;&lt;br&gt;<br /> &quot;Maybe, but they've got us outnumbered. Fire!&quot;<br /> :—'''Blaster''' and '''Optimus Prime''' on the drones.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Let us stomp out these cheap imitations!&quot; <br /> :—'''Tracks''' disapproves of [[knockoff]]s.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;I'll teach you to mess with the [[Chrysler Building]]!&quot;<br /> :—'''Tracks''' to the drones.<br /> <br /> <br /> &quot;Throw down your weapon, Prime!&quot;<br /> :—'''Megatron''', about to experience his most humiliating defeat yet.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> ===Animation or technical glitches===<br /> * As the cop car arrives at the garage, its back door opens - but is shown to be hinged at the back instead of the front. <br /> * As Blaster throws the punks on the ground, one of them clips through the police officers.<br /> * The animators never seemed to get a good grasp on the design of Tracks' car mode, and this episode puts it on full display. For example, as he leaves Sparkplug's garage, he's drawn with over-sized tires and squished doors.<br /> * Rauol restores Tracks' computer stuff, but in two behind-the-hood shots, the blinking lights are missing.<br /> * As Prime activates a screen to contact Powerglide, the screen's initial static is wider than the screen itself.<br /> * When Hoist hauls the damaged '4WD' (which is actually a sedan car) away, he drives floating mid-air into the background.<br /> * Tracks' flying car mode is shown with nothing but 2 wings rotating out from under his chassis. Normally it's a full transformation with tailfins and some alterations to his back half.<br /> * Starscream's first line appears to be cut off; he says &quot;Attention Soundwave&quot; even though Soundwave is not part of the story at this point, then goes &quot;Uh oh&quot; as he notices Powerglide following him.<br /> * Starscream's shots at Powerglide use the Autobot laser sound effect.<br /> * Coloring errors:<br /> ** Starscream's canopy is all-yellow as he pursues Powerglide, instead of having a grey cowling at the end.<br /> ** Sideswipe is colored as Soundwave twice — once in an overhead shot at the Autobot base, and again when the Autobots charge towards Megatron's building.<br /> ** The sides of Blaster's helmet are white as he transforms on the bridge.<br /> * After Cosmos strafes Starscream, the details from the front of his ship mode are repeated on his back. Later, in the mall, they will be drawn on the back of his [[robot mode]] as well.<br /> [[File:Maketracksstarscreammall.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> * Starscream, Powerglide, and Cosmos have no trouble fitting in a shopping mall, walking right in through the main doors. They even run up (what must be an incredibly wide) escalator!<br /> * &quot;He must be hiding somewhere!&quot; - Cosmos is a couple of heads taller than Powerglide. Normally he'd be about the same height or a bit shorter.<br /> * Cosmos gets no transformation sound as he lands with the damaged elevator car.<br /> * The first time we see Megatron, his gunbarrel is on the left side of his back. In the next shot, it's (correctly) on the right side.<br /> * The other stolen cars randomly appear and disappear as Tracks rides the conveyor belt into the Decepticon building.<br /> * The start of Teletraan's warning to Prime is cut off. Tracks then says &quot;The Decepticon cars - they're here!&quot; with the same radio muffling that is normally applied to Teletraan.<br /> * When leaving to intercept the drones, Tracks is supposed to walk in front of Optimus, toward the camera; but he's layered behind Optimus therefore appears to be ''taller'' than Prime for a moment.<br /> * Ratchet's first shots aren't aligned with the barrel of his gun.<br /> * All of the Decepticon drones are identical, right down to the color scheme, despite transforming from cars of wildly different makes and colors.<br /> * As Blaster notes, &quot;They don't look all that smart to me,&quot; Optimus Prime is the one shown to be speaking.<br /> * The bridge fight has several errors: Sometimes the ground is smooth, while other times it has rectangular lines; several times, the drones and the Autobots are drawn with a sky background where the bridge towers should still be shown; and as Blaster activates his jammer, the cable wires disappear.<br /> * Blaster activates his jamming frequency using the same switch the thieves pressed at the beginning of the episode to turn on his radio.<br /> * The animations for muzzle flashes and lasers in this episode are very different and of a much lower quality than in most of the previous episodes (for instance, we usually see only the flashes and not the beams in closeups). The sound effects are different also, including Ironhide's weapon sounding like a chain gun, among other things.<br /> <br /> ===Continuity errors===<br /> [[File:MakeHoistHuffer.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|C'mon, it's not any worse than [[The Transformers: The Movie|Devastator forming inside of Astrotrain]], or [[Five Faces of Darkness, Part 2|the Autobots boarding Silverbolt like human passengers]], or [[Quest for Survival|Cosmos having an ejection chamber that can fit all of his passengers]].]]<br /> [[File:MakeTracks Scrapper sword.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> * After pointedly professing that he doesn't understand all of Tracks' fancy computer stuff, why the heck does Raoul just reach in and cut a random wire?<br /> * And why DOES Tracks have such an easily reached vulnerability right under his hood?<br /> * During the fender bender traffic jam, Hoist is seen riding in Huffer's cab. For scale reference, Huffer is ''shorter'' than Hoist in robot mode.<br /> * The Geddis brothers rough up Raoul at midnight. Some time later, Powerglide and Cosmos harass Starscream in a shopping mall that's doing a pretty decent amount of business. Even in New York City, the malls don't stay open ''that'' late.<br /> * Speaking of the mall, Starscream must be incredibly stealthy since all the mall patrons are oblivious to his presence. No one is screaming or running, and in fact people are just sitting down at tables or casually looking over ledges. You'd think by now they would realize that when a Decepticon appears, you don't want to hang around. <br /> * Fighting against two flight capable Autobots, Starscream escapes... into the air?<br /> *All the advanced technology at the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]]' disposal, technical know how to build transforming drones...and [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] is using a ''[[sword]]'' to slice the cars in half? And how does slicing them in half make them easier to convert into drones?<br /> * Raoul must have a Doraemon-style inner-jacket pocket. There is no bulge or any other indication he is carrying a can that large... it basically materializes out of nowhere. <br /> * And how did he know exactly what button opens Megatron's chest?<br /> <br /> ===Continuity notes===<br /> [[File:MakeTracks Seaspray communicator.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> * One new commercial bumper debuts in this episode: [[Hook (G1)|Hook]].<br /> * According to this episode, Sparkplug has a set of warehouses/garages in New York that can hold 200 cars and a makeshift Autobot base (complete with a copy of Teletraan I!).<br /> * Raoul would appear again in &quot;[[Auto-Bop]]&quot;.<br /> * Tracks can be disabled by cutting ''one'' wire. It just happens to be right under his hood, which is one of the more vulnerable places on an Autobot's body.<br /> * Megatron can be disabled by a ''can of spray-paint''.<br /> * Gadgets and powers:<br /> ** Seaspray uses a common wrist communicator to radio in, accompanied by a blinking light on his chest.<br /> <br /> ===Real-world references===<br /> [[File:MakeTracks Chrysler Building.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]<br /> [[File:Maketracks tftm.jpg|right|upright=1.1|thumb|Metaformers: The Reference]]<br /> * Tracks comments on the cliche of loving New York, which is a reference to the [[wikipedia:I Love New York|famous New York advertising campaign]]. This ad was also seen earlier in the season in &quot;[[City of Steel (episode)|City of Steel]]&quot;.<br /> * Though it's not named, the bridge battle seems to occur on the George Washington Bridge.<br /> * Tracks identifies the Chrysler Building for us (as do several of the omnipresent signs.)<br /> * The backgrounds in this episode are absolutely ''loaded'' with signs (the animators appear to have used Tokyo as a model as much as NYC.) Quite a few advertise actual real-world brand names. Many are illegible, but some can be read:<br /> **Most notably, in two different scenes (basically using the same background), a movie theater can be shown advertising ''[[The Transformers: The Movie (fictional)|The Transformers: The Movie]]''. (More specifically, it advertises both &quot;Transformers: The Transformers: The Movie&quot; and &quot;Transformer: The Transformer: The Movie&quot;.)<br /> ** The opening pan includes &quot;FD Rum Appliances&quot;, &quot;Life Life&quot;, &quot;Star&quot;, &quot;Victoria Hotel&quot;, &quot;Lido&quot;, and &quot;Astoria&quot;. That last one shows up again later - Powerglide flies by it when he is reporting in to Prime. While presumably done to reference the famous Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, Astoria is also, coincidentally enough, the name of the girl who'll fall for Powerglide in &quot;[[The Girl Who Loved Powerglide]]&quot;.<br /> ** In the pan that introduces the two car thief punks: &quot;Night&quot;<br /> ** As they drive Tracks away: &quot;Stano Bar&quot;, &quot;Mugen Nightclub&quot;, &quot;William(?) Intercom Portraits&quot;. &quot;Stano Bar&quot; and &quot;Mugen&quot; repeat a couple of shots later - were the punks just driving around the block?? Tracks later returns to this spot when he encounters the trio of thugs.<br /> ** As Tracks hits the street lamp: &quot;Restaurant Luncheonette&quot;, &quot;BB Club&quot;, &quot;Gold Steak(?)&quot;, &quot;Portr(aits?)&quot;<br /> ** As Raul laments his car thieving luck: &quot;New York Holidays&quot;, &quot;Astoria Hotel&quot;, &quot;Crown&quot;, &quot;Automat&quot;, &quot;Imporded&quot; [''sic''], &quot;Banana&quot;, and &quot;Night Clove&quot;.<br /> ** As Cosmos swoops down: &quot;Huston&quot;, &quot;Apollo&quot;, &quot;Kilimanjaro&quot;, &quot;Las Vegas&quot;, &quot;Jamiaca(?) Academy&quot;. Also briefly visible is a truck based on Prime's [[alternate mode]].<br /> ** As he careens around 5 feet above the street: &quot;Canadian Club&quot;, &quot;Dallas Starclub&quot;, &quot;Amazon&quot;, and a pickup with &quot;Ford&quot; on the tailgate and mudflaps.<br /> ** As Tracks first pursues the Geddis Brothers: &quot;Casablanca&quot;, &quot;Abba Cafe&quot;, &quot;Victoria restaurant&quot;<br /> ** Visible alongside the TF:TM marquis: &quot;Victoria&quot; (another theater), &quot;Toshiba&quot;, &quot;Admiral Television Appliances&quot;<br /> ** As the car chase continues: &quot;Cuba Dance&quot;, &quot;Dolce&quot;, &quot;Fashion Show&quot;, &quot;Forker Garbo&quot;, &quot;Victoria Hotel&quot; (apparently the most omnipresent chain in the city), &quot;Dragons Club&quot;, &quot;Angels Orion&quot;, &quot;Hollono&quot;.<br /> ** Through Tracks' windshield: &quot;Hitchco(ck)&quot;, &quot;Devar&quot;, &quot;Champ El&quot;<br /> ** As Tracks launches into the sky: &quot;Academy&quot;, &quot;Cuba&quot;, &quot;Ballad Opera&quot;, &quot;[[Dallas]]&quot;, &quot;Kentucky&quot;, &quot;Canterbury&quot;, &quot;Las Vegas&quot;, &quot;Capone&quot;, &quot;Alexander&quot;, &quot;Acapolco&quot;, &quot;Caracas&quot;.<br /> ** As they spot the Geddis' escaping car: &quot;Camus&quot; &quot;Academy&quot; &quot;Casanova&quot; &quot;Country Club&quot;, &quot;Dallas Ang(?)&quot;.<br /> ** After Tracks lands: &quot;French Can Can Casinofolie Fokker Game&quot;, &quot;Ceylon&quot;, &quot;Diamond Game Casablanca Hustle Hot&quot;.<br /> ** As Starscream first dodges from Powerglide: &quot;Angel Hotel&quot;, &quot;Time Bell&quot;, &quot;Hyway&quot;<br /> ** As Starscream dives after Powerglide: &quot;Angel Hotel&quot;, &quot;Yesterday&quot;, &quot;Club Honey Boy&quot;, &quot;Sunny Girl&quot;, &quot;Broad&quot;, &quot;Sting Man&quot;, &quot;Happy&quot;, &quot;Sun Shine&quot;, &quot;Momo Club&quot;<br /> ** After Cosmos joins the battle: &quot;Canadian&quot;, &quot;Brazillion&quot;, &quot;(Hol)iday In&quot;, &quot;General Hospital&quot;<br /> ** On the outside of the mall: &quot;Clothing Original&quot;, &quot;Accessory bargain sale&quot;, &quot;Man and Woman Shoes Center&quot;, &quot;Alexander&quot;, &quot;Benelux Fashion&quot;<br /> ** As the drones approach Bumblebee and company: &quot;Caniiland&quot;, &quot;Body Building&quot;, &quot;Danube&quot;, &quot;Beef Steak&quot;, &quot;Hitchcock&quot;, &quot;Clumos&quot;, &quot;Crown Hotel&quot;, &quot;Casino Game&quot;<br /> ** As the drones explode a second later: &quot;Parking&quot;, &quot;Casino&quot;, &quot;(?)rcheri&quot;, &quot;Reff(?) Cine Stands&quot;, &quot;Inmaxfactor&quot;<br /> * For maybe the first time in the whole series, a human's normal handgun makes bullet-shooting noises, when the car thief fires at Optimus outside the garage.<br /> * ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' sound effects:<br /> ** Tracks takes off with a lengthy ''[[Millennium Falcon]]'' engine roar.<br /> ** Lots of [[Death Star]] defense lasers during the final firefight.<br /> <br /> ===Trivia===<br /> * The [[New York City]] of this episode, while still a cartoon, is a lot more grimy and grungy than [[City of Steel (episode)|the last time we saw it]] (some might say more true to life.) It's got stolen cars, gangs, punks, a river full of garbage, traffic jams, and an overall darkness that fits with the 1980s perception of the city.<br /> * Even given that 500 cars have been stolen and it's late at night, there seems to be a severe lack of traffic (in the streets and on the bridge) in New York City. The Autobots and the drones are the only vehicles/robots we see towards the end of the episode.<br /> * Tracks has a subtly different color model to normal in this episode: his white parts are a stark, bright white, instead of greyish off-white, his wheels are the same grey as his arms and legs, instead of their normal near-black, and he has black windows in robot mode instead of the usual clear/off-white. This alternate color scheme reappears in &quot;[[The Secret of Omega Supreme]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign localization===<br /> '''Italian''' <br /> :*''Title (dub 1):'' &quot;'''Autorobots'''&quot; (&quot;Autobots&quot;)<br /> :*''Title (dub 2):'' &quot;'''Sulle tracce di Tracks'''&quot; (&quot;On the Trail of Tracks&quot;)<br /> :*''Original airdate:'' ?<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Japanese'''<br /> :*''Title:'' &quot;'''Senshi Tracks'''&quot; (戦士トラックス, &quot;Tracks the Warrior&quot;)<br /> :*''Original airdate:'' [[February 21]], [[1986]]<br /> <br /> <br /> '''Russian'''<br /> :*''Title:'' &quot;'''Nastoyashchaya droozhba'''&quot; (Настоящая дружба, &quot;The Real Friendship&quot;)<br /> :*''Original airdate:'' ?<br /> <br /> ==Home video releases==<br /> {{homevidnote}}<br /> ;[[Wikipedia:LaserDisc|LaserDisc]]<br /> [[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1994 — ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' — Convoy Set ([[TakaraTomy|Takara]]) — Japanese audio only.&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 1998 — ''The Transformers'' — Autobot Edition ([[Geneon Universal Entertainment|Pioneer LDC]]) — Japanese audio only.<br /> ;DVD<br /> [[File:Flag of Japan.png|20px|Japan]] 2001 — ''The Transformers'' — DVD Box 1 (Pioneer LDC) — Japanese audio only.&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2 ([[The Original Transformers|Rhino Entertainment]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2003 — ''The Original Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2: Vol. 5 (Rhino Entertainment)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Season 2 Part 2 ([[Metrodome]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2004 — ''Transformers'' — Collection 3: Series 2.2 ([[Madman Entertainment]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2006 — ''Transformers'' — The Complete Generation One Collection (Metrodome)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2007 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection (Madman Entertainment)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Italy.png|20px|Italy]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Volume 05: Stagione Due Parte Terza ([[Medianetwork Communication]]) — English and Italian audio.&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2009 — ''Transformers'' — Season Two: Part Two (Metrodome)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Complete Collection: Decepticon Edition (Madman Entertainment)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — Season Two, Volume One: 25th Anniversary Edition ([[Shout! Factory]])&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2009 — ''The Transformers'' — The Complete Series: 25th Anniversary &quot;Matrix of Leadership&quot; Collection (Shout! Factory)&lt;br&gt;<br /> [[File:Flag of UK.png|20px|United Kingdom]] 2014 — ''Transformers'' — The Classic Animated Series (Metrodome)<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://cybertronchronicle.com/cartoon-dossier/season-2/synopses/700-42.html Episode Dossier at The Cybertron Chronicle]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:The Transformers episodes]]</div>

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<p>KevinSig: Decepticon car drone transforming</p> <hr /> <div>Decepticon car drone transforming</div>

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<p>KevinSig: /* Generation 1 */</p> <hr /> <div>{{Template:Disambig3|Megatron}}<br /> <br /> :''Megatron is a [[Decepticon]] character in the [[Generation 1]] continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Megatrong1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Baby, you know I don't mean to hurt you.]]<br /> <br /> '''Megatron''' is (sometimes) the founder of the Decepticon uprising, and their most well-known and feared leader. As a young, charismatic combatant in the gladatorial pits, he began to believe in a grand purpose for his race -- it is the Transformers' glorious destiny to rule. He feels great contempt for other Transformers who, he feels, betray their proud heritage by demanding peace and cooperation with weaker life forms.<br /> <br /> Megatron will attempt almost anything to achieve his goals, but his schemes are never in any way subtle. This is perhaps due to his arrogance, but his pride is not so strong as to dissuade him from abandoning a battle he is losing. Some would question his sanity, though these few are mostly now dead by his hands.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Generation 1====<br /> ''(Note: Events from the UK-only comic stories are in italics.)''<br /> <br /> ''Rising from his beginnings as a gladiator for the city-state of [[Tarn]],'' Megatron and the Decepticons were the ones who developed transformation first, using it to begin the war against the Autobots, who fought back by mimicking the technology. In time, the war grew so fierce that Cybertron itself was shaken from its orbit, and set adrift in the cosmos. Eventually, four million years ago, the planet fell into the path of an asteroid cluster in the Sol system that threatened to destroy it, and so Optimus Prime led a contingent of his troops in the Ark to reduce the asteroids to rubble, saving Cybertron. The plan was a success, but immediately afterwards, Megatron and his troops attacked, forcing Optimus Prime to crash the Ark into prehistoric Earth.<br /> <br /> Four million years later, in 1984, the Transformers were reawakened, and Megatron immediately set about trying to locate a source of fuel for the Decepticons. Unable to ingest common Earth gasoline, the Decepticons kidnapped [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] and forced him to develop a conversion process, but this only afforded him the chance to poison their fuel, deactivating them all. The Autobots were not saved, however, as [[Shockwave_(G1)|Shockwave]] then defeated them all and brought the Decepticons back online to serve him - including Megatron. Chafing under his command, Megatron battled Shockwave, but was soundly defeated, forcing him into an alliance with [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]], who located and reactivated the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]], who had defeated Shockwave in the past. However, Ratchet loosed them on Megatron, and was willing to sacrifice himself to knock Megatron off a cliff. While Ratchet survived, Megatron disappeared for some time.<br /> <br /> Soon, however, Megatron re-emerged, trapped in pistol mode, his higher brain functions disconnected. Used as a weapon by wannabe gangster, [[Joey Slick]], Megatron eventually restored himself, and was impressed enough with Slick for standing up to him that he allowed him to live. But at this point, Megatron was desperately low on fuel, and attacked a coal mine, attempting to locate some, when he eventually completely ran out, and froze in place. He was soon located by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], who brought him back online, and they subsequently entered into an alliance with the human [[Donny Finkleberg]], who used the alias of &quot;Robot Master&quot; to con humankind into thinking the Transformers worked for him. Shockwave and Megatron entered into a period of shared leadership, but when a two-pronged attack by the Autobots saw Megatron defeated by [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]], and Shockwave allowing the Autobots to capture the secrets of [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], Megatron was able to spin the situation and reclaim his leadership.<br /> <br /> In order to attain possession of a new energy-generating device, the hydrothermacline, Megatron battled Optimus Prime in a video game duel, using a cheat code to continue the fight after he had lost. Prime defeated him again, but at the expense of some of the game's characters, and ruled himself the loser because he would not have committed such an act in real life. Prime was destroyed, and Megatron's elation soon turned into paranoia, as he had not killed Prime with his own hands, and believed he could still be alive. Eventually descending into insanity, Megatron boarded the spacebridge to Cybertron and detonated it with his fusion cannon, apparently killing himself.<br /> <br /> That would be all the US comics saw of Megatron for quite some time, ''but their sister title in the UK, which produced its own material, interspliced with the US stories, soon brought back the great slag-maker for more adventures. Prior to Megatron's seeming death, there had been a story which had seen both him and Prime transported to Cybertron, where the disembodied local Decepticon leader, [[Straxus|Lord Straxus]], attempted to possess his body. The attempt failed, but Straxus made another attempt with a specially-crafted clone of Megatron, which was transported to Earth soon after the real Megatron vanished. The clone believed itself to be the real thing - as did the comics' readers, thinking that the spacebridge explosion had transported Megatron elsewhere on Earth - and after a battle with the mechanoid, Centurion, it was salvaged by Shockwave, who brainwashed it and unleashed it on [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], a recreated future version of Megatron who had travelled back in time from the year 2006 and posed a threat to Shockwave's leadership. The clone Megatron, however, saw a possible partner in Galvatron, and the two teamed up to battle Autobots and Decepticons from both present and future in the apocalyptic &quot;Time Wars&quot;. Subsequently, the clone returned to Cybertron, where it defeated the ruling Decepticon Triumvirate, but was then confronted with the ''real'' Megatron - the Spacebridge explosion had deposited him in the Dead End region of Cybertron, where he had wandered, with no recollection of who he was, until he had saved a Decepticon from Autobots and regained his memories. The clone Megatron susbequently destroyed itself to prevent Straxus, buried inside its mind, from taking over.''<br /> <br /> The stage was now set for Megatron's return in the US comics, as he had his [[Micromaster]] Sports Car patrol capture the Autobot medic, Ratchet, and forced him to recreate Starscream as a [[Pretender|Pretenders]]). Ratchet did so, but also restored [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] in the same manner, thwarting his scheme. When Megatron then attempted to flee through a trans-time dimensional portal, Ratchet tackled him as his base then exploded around them, apparently killing them both.<br /> <br /> Soon after, however, Autobot detective [[Nightbeat (G1)|Nightbeat]] discovered that the explosion had actually blown them through the portal, and he dispatched a probe to pull them back from the gaps between reality. However, when they rematerialised, it was revealed that the explosion had fused the two enemies together, into a hideous, twisted mockery of a being, which ran rampant through the Ark. The half that was Ratchet begged Optimus Prime to kill them, but Prime could not, and had the Micromaster, Fixit, separate their bodies. Unfortunately, Fixit could not separate their minds, as the two discovered when they were reactivated with [[Nucleon]] - sharing each other's thoughts, feeling, sensations and sights, Ratchet attempted to break the cycle by crashing the Ark on Earth.<br /> <br /> ====&quot;Another Time And Place&quot; text story====<br /> [[Image:Megatronam.jpg|thumb|right|Aww, that's almost adorable]]<br /> After the end of the G1 comics, the final UK annual printed a text story entitled &quot;Another Time And Place&quot;, which followed up on the events of the Ark crash, and saw Bludgeon and his followers locate Megatron's body and revive it with Nucleon, only for him to be defeated by Optimus Prime and Grimlock. This, of course, clashes with the US G2 comic - but it does ''not'' clash in with the alternate first issue of the UK G2 comic (other UK G2 issues were simply reprints of US material), in which Megatron simply attributes his new body to human scientists, with no further explanation to contradict the events of &quot;Another Time and Place&quot;.<br /> <br /> ====Generation 2====<br /> Although thought dead for a year or two, Megatron had actually survived the Ark crash, and had quietly worked to repair it, concealing it beneath the ground (apparently, Ratchet died in the crash, as their shared mind does not come up in the story). Tracking a transforming signal mistakenly believing it was another Transformer, Megatron came across the shape-shifting castle of the terrorist organisation, [[Cobra]], and entered into a bargain with its leader, [[Cobra Commander]], offering him the technology of the Ark in exchange for the new weapons his organisation was developing. Reconstructed into a new tank body, with a powerful rail gun, Megatron defeated a sqaud of Autobots sent to stop him, and then turned on Cobra, capturing the scientist who had developed his gun, [[Dr. Biggles-Jones|Doctor Biggles-Jones]], and escaping in the airborne Ark. Following a climactic battle with [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]], Megatron then battled and soundly defeated Bludgeon, reclaiming leadership of the Decepticons and stealing the Matrix from Optimus Prime, using it to bring his newest warriors online - only to have his faction bested by the forces of [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]] and his second-generation Cybertronians. Megatron then entered into an alliance with the Autobots to both defeat Starscream, who had seized control of the Decepticon ship, the Warworld, through the power of the Matrix, and stop Jhiaxus. The tale ended with the Autobots and Decepticons uniting.<br /> <br /> ===Animated continuity===<br /> '''Voice Actor:''' [[Frank Welker]] (US), [[Seizō Katō]] (Japan)&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Image:G1Megatron-LD.jpg|left|thumb|Megatron has no nostrils.]]<br /> Megatron is a Decepticon, one of the lineal descendants of the military hardware robots created by the [[Quintessons]] on their factory world of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Following a war between the Decepticons and the other robot race, the [[Autobot|Autobots]], the Decepticons were defeated by the Autobots' invention of transformation, which allowed them the advantange of stealth. The Autobot victory in the war began the [[Golden Age of Cybertron]], but a viper lurked within this paradise, as the Decepticons too eventually developed transformation, eventually leading to the creation of Megatron.<br /> <br /> Gathering a small number of troops together, Megatron made a small strike on an outer city, killing the current Autobot leader. However, this event was not made public knowledge, and young robots like the naive [[Orion Pax (G1)|Orion Pax]] still looked up to Megatron and his followers because of their new robot-mode flight powers. However, Pax soon learned the error of his ways when Megatron duped him into allowing him access to [[Energon]] warehouses, and Megatron fatally injured him in a scuffle. However, the ancient Autobot, [[Alpha Trion]], reconstructed Pax into a battle hardy configuration - now, he was [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], leader of the Autobots and Megatron's sworn opponent as the civil war erupted again.<br /> <br /> [[Image:G1Megatron-Flail.jpg|right|thumb|Megatron and his energy flail/mace/morning star/thingamajig.]]<br /> Eventually, the war drained Cybertron of most of its energy, necessitating that both factions seek out new worlds and new sources of power. Megatron and his elite forces pursued the Autobots' craft, (referred to as the [[Ark|The Ark]] in Beast Wars, following the ship's name from the G1 Marvel Comics) in their star cruiser (referred to as the [[Nemesis]] in Beast Wars) and attacked and boarded the craft, causing it to crash on a prehistoric planet, entombing all on the ship in emergency stasis as it crashed into a dormant volcano.<br /> <br /> Four million years later, a volcanic eruption reactivated the Transformers and the war began again on the energy-rich world they found themselves on; Earth. After their first series of battles, the Autobots believed Megatron and the Decepticons destroyed when their new space cruiser crashed into the [[Pacific Ocean]], but in reality they survived and reconstructed the cruiser to serve as a sub-oceanic staging base and bunker. Megatron re-established contact with Cybertron, and began construction of an intergalactic transport system called a &quot;space bridge,&quot; although the early tests nearly resulted in his destruction when he was sucked into the portal and teleported to Cybertron. The technology was eventually stabilised, however, and used in a grand scheme to transport Cybertron through space into Earth's orbit, where the natural disasters its gravity wreaked created tremendous energy that Megatron and the Decepticons gathered. The Earth was saved, however, when Megatron's stockpiles of energy were detonated by the Autobots, the explosion forcing Cybertron out of orbit. Again, however, Megatron was able to cheat death, and was forced to team up with Optimus Prime in order to stop the machinations of his treacherous lieutenant, [[Starscream_(G1)|Starscream]].<br /> <br /> In his next scheme, Megatron absorbed all the separate powers of the other Decepticons into himself, and challenged Optimus Prime to one-on-one combat. With the added abilities of all his minions, Megatron easily defeated Prime in the battle, but when his deception was revealed, he and his followers were defeated in a group attack.<br /> <br /> Over the following years, Megatron's schemes to obtain Earth's energies continued. His assorted plans included various attempts to harness the power of Earth's core, thefts of several unstable energy devices from human scientists, the draining of energy from a time-lost prehistoric island, and partnership with a human politician that allowed him to force the Autobots off of Earth, and actually allowed him to conquer Central City among [[Giant Purple Griffin|many]], many others.<br /> <br /> Eventually, however, Megatron turned his attention away from Earth, and succeeded in completely conquering Cybertron by the Earth year 2005. Learning the Autobots were preparing a strike against the planet, Megatron and the Decepticons intercepted the shuttle sent to Earth to acquire energy to power the raid, and unleashed a mighty assault on [[Autobot City]]. In the course of the conflict, word was sent to Optimus Prime, who arrived the following morning after the slaughter and confronted Megatron in another one-on-one struggle. Megatron appeared beaten, but spying a discarded pistol, stalled for time by pleading for mercy as he attempted to reach it. The young Autobot Hot Rod then intervened, tackling Megatron, but the Decepticon was too powerful for him, seizing him and using him as shield as he grabbed the pistol and opened fire on Prime. The wounds were fatal and sent Prime to the grave - but not before he delivered his own final blow to Megatron, seriously damaging him and forcing the Decepticons to flee.<br /> <br /> On the return trip to Cybertron, it became necessary to jettison excess mass, or the Decepticons would be unable to reach the planet. The wounded Decepticons were voted out, and set adrift in space, including Megatron. But this was not to be the end for the great slag-maker, as the world-devourer, [[Unicron]], found him and recreated him into [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]].<br /> <br /> ====Generation 1 manga (Japan-only)====<br /> <br /> After the events of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|The Transformers: The Movie]]'' and ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]'', Galvatron attempted to destroy the Autobots with a legion of Megatron clones dubbed [[Megatron Military|&quot;The Megatron Military&quot;]]. Each clone was equipped with its own unique fusion cannon and were capable of combining the blasts into an intense attack. As a unified force, the Megatron Military crushed [[Rodimus Prime (G1)|Rodimus Prime]], [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Springer (G1)|Springer]], [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] and [[Kup (G1)|Kup]]. Their victory was assured until Rodimus managed to deduce that the Megatron Military was being controlled by Galvatron. As it turned out, Galvatron was actually disguised as one of the Megatron clones. Once Rodimus defeated Galvatron, all the Megatron clones lost power and were easily vanquished.<br /> <br /> ====''Robot Masters'' (Japan-only)====<br /> '''Voice Actor:''' [[Jirō Saitō]] (Japan)<br /> [[Image:Rmrebirthmegatron.JPG|thumb|HAH! I fooled you for all of five seconds!]]<br /> In the exclusive Japanese toyline, ''[[Transformers: Robot Masters]],'' whose story began in the timeline of the G1 animated series, but branched off at some point in the twenty-year interim between seasons 2 and 3, Megatron was lost in an undisclosed accident, leaving his time-displaced ''Beast Wars'' descendant to take his place as Decepticon leader (the toyline applied the qualifying titles of &quot;G1 Megatron&quot; and &quot;Beast Megatron&quot; to the characters to distinguish them). As events progressed, it was revealed that G1 Megatron's consciousness took possession of the body of a &quot;Convoy&quot; (an Autobot leader) known as [[Reverse Convoy]], leader of the planet [[Vehicon_(planet)|Vehicon]], via an inter-dimensional uplink to a black hole, and then used it to pose as an ally to the Autobots, only to betray them by revealing himself as the aptly-named &quot;Rebirth Megatron.&quot;<br /> <br /> ====Battlestars: Return of Convoy'' (Japan-only)====<br /> [[Image:Supermeg.jpg|left|thumb|Super Megatron transforms into a &quot;spaceship&quot;]]<br /> ''(Note: With his transformation into Galvatron, Megatron departed from the animated continuity, until five years later, in the Japanese-exclusive storyline, ''Battlestars: The Return of Convoy'', which, although not animated itself (told instead through one chapter of [[manga]] and several [[story page]]s), continues the tale of the cartoon universe.)''<br /> <br /> In the previous Japanese-exclusive animated series, ''[[Headmasters (television series)|Headmasters]]'', Galvatron had been apparently destroyed when he was buried on an iceberg. In the ''Return of Convoy'' storyline, a new evil force named [[Dark Nova]] recovered Galvatron's body, and restored him to life as '''Super Megatron''', pitting him against [[Optimus Prime (G1)#Battlestars: Return of Convoy (Japan-only)|Star Convoy]] (the reborn Optimus Prime) and his Autobots. Super Megatron didn't fare too well against his old adversary and was swiftly defeated. Dark Nova then upgraded him into '''Ultra Megatron''' who had a similar success rate.<br /> <br /> For the final battle, Dark Nova merged with the remains of Ultra Megatron and formed the massive [[Dark Nova|Star Giant]]. Star Giant was virtually invincible from the outside, so Star Convoy, [[Grandus]] and [[Sky Garry]] traveled inside his body and began tearing up the joint. As soon as they'd inflicted enough damage, the trio escaped just as Star Giant detonated, leaving only his head some-what intact. Fortunately for Megatron, his body was stored within the head, allowing him to survive the explosion.<br /> <br /> ====Generation 2 manga (Japan-only)====<br /> <br /> [[Image:JapG2Meg.jpg|right|250px|thumb|He hasn't lost his nack for monologuing in his old age]]<br /> <br /> After [[Battlestars]], Megatron recovered from the Star Giant incident and returned to his original body. Appearing to have discarded his evil ways, he joined with Optimus Prime to form the [[Cybertron Alliance]] and ushered in the Second Generation of Transformers. However, after human soldiers killed one of his dearest comrades, he adopted a new body and began the war anew. <br /> <br /> Megatron coordinated an onslaught of attacks which mortally wounded Optimus Prime (who had adopted a new missile trailer mode to counter Megatron). Megatron then delivered the fatal blow, personally, and believed his enemy dead. Killing Optimus Prime wasn't so easy, as the [[spark|sparks]] of the previous Autobot Supreme Commanders within the [[Matrix of Leadership]] used the [[Reconfiguration Matrix]] to transform Optimus into Battle Convoy. The fight raged on for a while until Prime managed to drive the Decepticon forces to retreat into outerspace.<br /> <br /> ===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books continuity===<br /> '''Voice actor: Earl Hammond(?)'''<br /> <br /> In ''[[When Continents Collide]]'', Megatron calls Soundwave a &quot;blundering tape-filled idiot.&quot; This is notable because it is hilarious. Also, Megatron totally sounds like &quot;Mumm-Ra&quot; from ''Thundercats''. This version of Megatron also has an odd obsession with drills, mole machines, and other burrowing devices, as he uses them frequently in his plans for energy gathering and conquest.<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Books Big Looker Storybook continuity===<br /> <br /> [[Image:KidsCliff1.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Megatron rides in style.]]<br /> <br /> In ''[[The Great Car Rally]]'', a bunch of humans set up a race for charity. The victor would received a year's supply of oil and gasoline. Well, the Decepticons desperately wanted that bounty, so rather than just steal it, they decided to sneak into the race. [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] was one of the Autobots driving in the rally and was unaware that the scary black cadillac was actually being driven by Megatron! Megatron dogged Cliffjumper for quite a while but ended up losing to the Minibot. Cliffjumper won the race and everybody smiled, even Optimus Prime.<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave comics continuity===<br /> Young Megatron was a gladiatorial combatant in the depths of [[Cybertron_(planet)|Cybertron]]’s underworld. As victory upon victory mounted, he began to realize that the games were nothing more than an elaborate attempt by the Cybertronian elders to hide the truth of Cybertron’s history from the masses. When Megatron attempted to gain access to that knowledge through exploration and research, the Cybertronian elders attempted to have him assassinated - a plan that only resulted in stirring up even more discontent among Cybertronians, allowing Megatron to begin recruiting for the Decepticon movement. <br /> <br /> Megatron's forces began a civil war of Autobot against Decepticon in order to mask his reactivation of the ancient planetary engines buried beneath Cybertron’s surface. As a result, Cybertron would be transformed into a massive warworld that would cut a swathe of destruction through the galaxy. This plan failed. During a conflict with [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], Megatron's lieutenant [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] activated the planet mechaforming process too soon, resulting in the destruction of the machinery.<br /> <br /> Roughly 7.4 million years BCE, Megatron and Optimus Prime disappeared in an early test of the then-unstable [[Space Bridge]] matter-transport system. Spending an undisclosed time on the planet [[Quintessa]], Megatron returned with an overwhelming army of lifeless [[Air Warrior|seeker clones]], quickly subjugating Cybertron. ''(This story was never finished due to the closure of Dreamwave.)''<br /> <br /> Four million years BCE, Cybertron was threatened by a massive approaching asteroid, so Optimus Prime led a contingent of Autobots aboard the [[Ark]] to blow the rock to fragments, which were transported away by an orbital Space Bridge network. When this task was completed, Megatron chose this moment to strike, attacking the Ark with his troops. Crippled, the craft flew through one of the Space Bridge portals, and was transported to prehistoric Earth, where it crashed, entombing the occupants in stasis for four million years.<br /> <br /> The Autobots and Decepticons were reactivated in 1984, but specific details of the battles were unrecorded until 1999, when a Autobot/Human military alliance succeeded in capturing and deactivating the Decepticons. However, the [[Ark II]] spaceship carrying them back to Cybertron exploded shortly after liftoff, and the Transformers were believed destroyed. In actuality, they had been scattered back to Earth, where they lay in [[stasis lock]] across the globe for three years. This slumber was brought to an end when [[Lazarus|Adam Rook]] (aka Lazarus), a rogue military scientist who had devised a method of controlling Transformers, salvaged many of the fallen Cybertronians and reprogrammed them as mass killing machines, which he then attempted to sell on the black market. Megatron was first to break free of the human's control, overriding the new programming and capturing Lazarus during an auction. Megatron forced Lazarus to watch as he unleashed a technorganic virus designed to transform all of Earth into a new Cybertron. It also served to lure Optimus Prime and the Autobots, also now reactivated, to his location. Megatron, tired of the war, continuously asked Prime to join him. After his first failed attempt, Megatron unleashed [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] on [[San Francisco]], ensuing in mass slaughter, in an attempt to show Prime the humans were not worth fighting for. However, the selfless sacrifice of several firemen restored Prime's faith in humanity and allowed him and the Autobots to beat back Megatron.<br /> <br /> Several months later. Megatron was subliminally summoned to a remote area in Alaska along with the other Earthbound Transformers. There they battled until Megatron's former second-in-command, [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], who had arrived and revealed that in their absence, the war on Cybertron had ended. He arrested Megatron, Prime, and their troops as war criminals. Megatron, weakened by battle, was quickly defeated by Shockwave and loaded aboard his shuttle for return to Cybertron, only to have Starscream seize the opportunity by jettisoning him into space on the return trip. Megatron used the time floating in space to contemplate his existence and the Decepticon goal. Realizing that he had wasted millennia in his feud with Prime, Megatron resolved to once again conquer Cybertron as a means to enhancing the Transformer race and strengthening it from outside threats. It seemed as through he would not live to accomplish this goal, however, as death closed in on him... only for him to be retrieved by the [[Junkion]] [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]], who took him to the planet [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] and repaired and re-armed him, only to be killed in return.<br /> <br /> Travelling to the Planet [[Beest]], Megatron defeated the exiled Decepticon warlords, the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]], and rebuilt them into the mightiest of all combiners, [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], to serve as his ace in the hole in his quest to reclaim leadership of the Decepticons. Moving in stealth on Cybertron, Megatron defeated Shockwave, severing his arm and forcing him into servitude. He then returned to Earth to collect the remaining Decepticons under Starscream's command, and to teach Starscream a lesson long in coming. <br /> <br /> While it was alluded that Megatron had a grand goal in mind that also included the subjugation of the [[Quintessons]], the remainder of the story has yet to be told due to the closure of Dreamwave. However it has been stated by representatives of IDW publishing, the current holders of the Transformer comic license, that once Dreamwave has exited bankruptcy court, they intend to finish the story.<br /> <br /> === IDW comics continuity ===<br /> <br /> Megatron is established in the ''Infiltration'' arc as being extremely powerful. He emerges unscathed from the destruction by aerial bombardment of the [[Nebraska]] command bunker and takes two direct hits in the chest from Blitzwing's tank-mode cannon without breaking stride. A single shot from his arm cannon blew a massive hole clean through Skywarp, and he wrecked Blitzwing simply by grabbing his turret-cannon in one hand and swinging him into the ground. It's no great surprise that, even having sampled the power of [[Ore-13]], the remaining Decepticons under Starscream's command chose to back down rather than face Megatron in direct combat.<br /> <br /> Their decision turned out to be a prudent one. Starscream, almost overdosed on Ore-13, launched a one-Decepticon assault on Megatron, yet even with its (supposedly) incredible power boosting his systems, Megatron was no more than scratched. The Decepticon leader then punished Starscream with a point blank shot from his fusion cannon.<br /> <br /> This Megatron is definitely not the Maniacal Villain of original continuity. He is disciplined; the only emotion he ever expresses is anger, and he rarely lets it out of his control. He is focused, disregarding a minor distraction like [[Verity Carlo]] in favour of gathering data on Starscream's operations and and apparently ignoring the presence of [[Bumblebee_(G1)|Bumblebee]] and [[Ratchet_(G1)|Ratchet]] at the [[Nebraska]] bunker in his pursuit of his rebellious lieutenant. He's a military robot through and through, brooking no breaches of discipline or the chain of command in his subordinates. He has little time for grand speeches or rants; he simply orders his wayward subordinates to stand down and informs them that &quot;There is no room for mercy. In the end, you are ALL expendable.&quot; <br /> <br /> Finally, he has a keen mind for strategy and a willingness to prioritise threats. Although the location of the [[Oregon]] command bunker became known to the Autobots, he chose to downgrade the infiltration unit's status from Starscream's premature Phase Five to Phase Two, presumably while he assesses how Earth and Ore-13 fit into the overall Decepticon plan of conquest. Aiding this is a strong pragmatic streak; during the final stages of the Cybertronian cataclysm, Megatron was unwilling even to let Optimus Prime die, knowing that he would be needed to stop the threat of [[Thunderwing_(G1)|Thunderwing]] (though it is unclear if this Megatron possesses the nigh-pathological hatred of Optimus Prime that his predecessors did).<br /> <br /> ===''Beast Wars''===<br /> '''Voice actor:''' [[Garry Chalk]] (US)<br /> <br /> The original Megatron made three appearances (four if you count the scene removed from &quot;Nemesis&quot;) in the Beast Wars TV series. He first appeared in a flashback in &quot;The Agenda&quot; inscribing a message on the [[Golden Disk]]. His second apperence, also from &quot;Agenda&quot;, was in the message itself. The Third apperence, in &quot;Master Blaster&quot;, Megatron was shown offline in the [[Ark]] as [[Megatron (BW)]] takes his spark. A fourth apperence, which showed [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] returning the Decepticon leader's spark to his body, was removed because of time constraints but was included as an easter egg in [[Kid Rhino|Rhino's]] Beast Wars Season 3 box set.<br /> <br /> Also, in Hasbro/Kenner's original plans, Beast Wars Megatron (Basic and Ultra forms) was supposed to be Generation 1 Megatron in a new body, which is supported by the tech specs.<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> *'''Megatron (Prototype)'''<br /> :Details unknown<br /> [[Image:P-Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|Microman Megatron toy prototype. Early cartoon/comics design was based on this prototype.]]<br /> *'''Megatron'''<br /> : ''Japanese ID number:'' '''16'''<br /> :Megatron was released in 1984 as part of the first year of the ''Transformers'' line in the United States. It transformed into a Walther P-38 pistol, as seen in the popular 1960s spy television series ''The Man from U.N.C.L.E.'', with attachments. It was originally released in [[Takara]]'s [[Microman]] toyline as &quot;MC13 Gun Robo - P38 U.N.C.L.E.&quot; The Japanese release, however, didn't come with the attachments.<br /> <br /> :Megatron was also redecoed (red became blue, and flat grey was used instead of chrome, one of the Microman decos for the standard P-38) in the Japanese VS-X giftset with Optimus Prime.<br /> <br /> :He was again released in the VS-X deco with Starscream in the Good-Bye Megatron set. This time, he came with his fusion cannon.<br /> <br /> *'''Galvatron'''<br /> :''See [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]''<br /> <br /> *'''Megatron (Action Master)''' <br /> :Megatron returned as an [[Action Master]] in 1990. This non-transformable version of Megatron came packaged with the [[Neutro-Fusion Tank]].<br /> <br /> *'''Reissues'''<br /> :In 2001, Megatron was reissued in Japan, and came with all of the American and Japanese accessories. A black redeco (the other standard P-38 Microman deco) was released the same year as a BotCon Japan exclusive.<br /> <br /> :Megatron was again reissued in 2002 in Takara's Transformer Collection series. This release was identical to the previous reissue, but came with the mace used in the episode &quot;[[More Than Meets the Eye, Part 2]]&quot;, a sheet of Decepticon stickers, and a Decepticon mouse pad.<br /> <br /> *'''World's Smallest'''<br /> :World's Smallest Megatron was released in 2004, coming with only his fusion cannon. His other attachments were planed to be released, but were scraped. A VS-X homage set was also released the same year.<br /> <br /> ===Generation 2===<br /> *'''Megatron'''<br /> :Owing to the inability of Hasbro to re-release the original Megatron toy (in keeping with the usual pattern for early G2 figures) because that toy was a pistol, Megatron was released as a large green tank with electronic sounds and a voice chip.<br /> <br /> *'''Hero Megatron'''<br /> :''Japanese ID number:'' '''TRF-2'''<br /> :Megatron was released again the following year as &quot;Hero&quot; Megatron: a smaller, but essentially similar tank. This Megatron was purple and came with a bellows that fired an air-propelled missile.<br /> <br /> *'''Megatron''' (Go-Bot)<br /> :Megatron was released in a third form, &quot;Go-Bot&quot; Megatron. This was a minor repaint of the previously released [[Blowout (G2)|Blowout]] mold.<br /> <br /> *Unreleased<br /> :In addition to these, Megatron had a few unreleased toys in the G2 line. The first was the Megatron ATB (with Starscream), a recolor of the [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]] mold. The Beast Wars II [[BB]] and [[Starscream (BWII)|Starscream]] used the same deco, but had diffrent stickers. A second toy was a recolor of the Hero mold in a grey deco with black camoflauge stripes. The third toy was the flip changer used in 1997 as [[Machine Wars]] Megatron and [[Megaplex (MW)]].<br /> <br /> ===Machine Wars===<br /> * Megatron<br /> : This toy was redecoed from an unreleased Generation 2 flipchanger Megatron.<br /> : Oddly, all on-package art and pictures show Megatron as a grey jet with [[Megaplex]] as the blue jet, the opposite of the actual toys. Like most other toys in the line, the boxart was recycled from an earlier figure, in this case from the [[Predator]] [[Falcon (G1)|Falcon]].<br /> <br /> ===Robot Masters===<br /> * Reverse Convoy<br /> : ''Japanese ID number:'' '''RM-24'''<br /> <br /> ===Titanium===<br /> *'''Megatron'''<br /> :The Titanium Megatron toy was inspired by Dreamwave's first ''G.I. Joe'' crossover set in World War II. Since that Megatron's gun form was nonviable as a toy, a &quot;tweaked-out&quot; Maus tank alternate mode was designed. The backstory of the Megatron from the crossover, including references to Cobra, was retained on the package, make it the first US figure ever produced as part of a ''G.I. Joe / TransFormers'' crossover.<br /> <br /> *'''War Within Megatron'''<br /> :A new Megatron titanium based on his War Within design was shown at [[Botcon 2006]]. Commensts from designers [[Don Figueroa]] suggest that this may be released in a 2-pack with a War Within Optimus whose joints have been corrected from the original release.<br /> <br /> ===Classics===<br /> [[Image:Megatronclassicstoy.jpg|right|thumb|100px|Paint me black and give me to a kid, ASAP.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Voyager, 2006)<br /> :This Megatron is a &quot;fusion blaster&quot; based loosely on the original Megatron toy and inspired by the Nerf N-Strike Maverick blaster. Its scope/arm cannon houses a working crosshairs and its trigger includes clicking action. In order to pass modern safety regulations (both the government's and Hasbro's), his blaster mode includes lots of purple and green, plus bright orange on both the tip of the &quot;barrel&quot; and the scope.<br /> <br /> :Although some official Hasbro photographs, including those appearing on the toy's packaging, show the gun mode's trigger and other small parts as being orange, those parts were gray in later stock photography and the final release. <br /> <br /> :In these above mentioned early promotional photographs, Megatron also had noticeably different &quot;eyebrow&quot; paint applications that matched those of the original Megatron toy. These were two small black triangles on a gray plastic forehead. The final release has the placement of the black reversed, with two small gray triangles and a black forehead, sometimes referred to as Megatron's &quot;unibrow&quot; by fans. <br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: The Ultimate Battle''' (Deluxe versus set, 2006)<br /> : The Megatron included in this two-pack is a tank inspired by the first Megatron toy from ''Generation 2''. Instead of a right hand, his arm ends in a blade with &quot;spinning dervish action.&quot; He comes packaged with Optimus Prime and a &quot;[[The Ultimate Battle]]&quot; DVD.<br /> <br /> ===Merchandise===<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [http://www.toybin.org/search.php?q=1984+Decepticon+Megatron ToyBin Megatron Toy Gallery]<br /> * [http://tfu.info/1984/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm Megatron at TFU.info]<br /> <br /> {{stub}}<br /> [[Category: Action Masters]]<br /> [[Category: Attacktix]]<br /> [[Category: Battlestars characters]]<br /> [[Category: Classics]]<br /> [[Category: Convention exclusives]]<br /> [[Category: Decepticon leaders]]<br /> [[Category: Generation 1 characters]]<br /> [[Category: Generation 2 characters]]<br /> [[Category: Go-Bots]]<br /> [[Category: Machine Wars characters]]<br /> [[Category: Robot Masters characters]]<br /> [[Category: Titanium Series]]<br /> [[Category: Unreleased toys]]&lt;div id=&quot;wikia-credits&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;small&gt;From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</div>

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<p>KevinSig: /* Generation 1 */</p> <hr /> <div>{{Template:Disambig3|Megatron}}<br /> <br /> :''Megatron is a [[Decepticon]] character in the [[Generation 1]] continuity.''<br /> <br /> [[Image:Megatrong1.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Baby, you know I don't mean to hurt you.]]<br /> <br /> '''Megatron''' is (sometimes) the founder of the Decepticon uprising, and their most well-known and feared leader. As a young, charismatic combatant in the gladatorial pits, he began to believe in a grand purpose for his race -- it is the Transformers' glorious destiny to rule. He feels great contempt for other Transformers who, he feels, betray their proud heritage by demanding peace and cooperation with weaker life forms.<br /> <br /> Megatron will attempt almost anything to achieve his goals, but his schemes are never in any way subtle. This is perhaps due to his arrogance, but his pride is not so strong as to dissuade him from abandoning a battle he is losing. Some would question his sanity, though these few are mostly now dead by his hands.<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Generation 1====<br /> ''(Note: Events from the UK-only comic stories are in italics.)''<br /> <br /> ''Rising from his beginnings as a gladiator for the city-state of [[Tarn]],'' Megatron and the Decepticons were the ones who developed transformation first, using it to begin the war against the Autobots, who fought back by mimicking the technology. In time, the war grew so fierce that Cybertron itself was shaken from its orbit, and set adrift in the cosmos. Eventually, four million years ago, the planet fell into the path of an asteroid cluster in the Sol system that threatened to destroy it, and so Optimus Prime led a contingent of his troops in the Ark to reduce the asteroids to rubble, saving Cybertron. The plan was a success, but immediately afterwards, Megatron and his troops attacked, forcing Optimus Prime to crash the Ark into prehistoric Earth.<br /> <br /> Four million years later, in 1984, the Transformers were reawakened, and Megatron immediately set about trying to locate a source of fuel for the Decepticons. Unable to ingest common Earth gasoline, the Decepticons kidnapped [[Sparkplug Witwicky]] and forced him to develop a conversion process, but this only afforded him the chance to poison their fuel, deactivating them all. The Autobots were not saved, however, as [[Shockwave_(G1)|Shockwave]] then defeated them all and brought the Decepticons back online to serve him - including Megatron. Chafing under his command, Megatron battled Shockwave, but was soundly defeated, forcing him into an alliance with [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]], who located and reactivated the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]], who had defeated Shockwave in the past. However, Ratchet loosed them on Megatron, and was willing to sacrifice himself to knock Megatron off a cliff. While Ratchet survived, Megatron disappeared for some time.<br /> <br /> Soon, however, Megatron re-emerged, trapped in pistol mode, his higher brain functions disconnected. Used as a weapon by wannabe gangster, [[Joey Slick]], Megatron eventually restored himself, and was impressed enough with Slick for standing up to him that he allowed him to live. But at this point, Megatron was desperately low on fuel, and attacked a coal mine, attempting to locate some, when he eventually completely ran out, and froze in place. He was soon located by [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], who brought him back online, and they subsequently entered into an alliance with the human [[Donny Finkleberg]], who used the alias of &quot;Robot Master&quot; to con humankind into thinking the Transformers worked for him. Shockwave and Megatron entered into a period of shared leadership, but when a two-pronged attack by the Autobots saw Megatron defeated by [[Omega Supreme (G1)|Omega Supreme]], and Shockwave allowing the Autobots to capture the secrets of [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], Megatron was able to spin the situation and reclaim his leadership.<br /> <br /> In order to attain possession of a new energy-generating device, the hydrothermacline, Megatron battled Optimus Prime in a video game duel, using a cheat code to continue the fight after he had lost. Prime defeated him again, but at the expense of some of the game's characters, and ruled himself the loser because he would not have committed such an act in real life. Prime was destroyed, and Megatron's elation soon turned into paranoia, as he had not killed Prime with his own hands, and believed he could still be alive. Eventually descending into insanity, Megatron boarded the spacebridge to Cybertron and detonated it with his fusion cannon, apparently killing himself.<br /> <br /> That would be all the US comics saw of Megatron for quite some time, ''but their sister title in the UK, which produced its own material, interspliced with the US stories, soon brought back the great slag-maker for more adventures. Prior to Megatron's seeming death, there had been a story which had seen both him and Prime transported to Cybertron, where the disembodied local Decepticon leader, [[Straxus|Lord Straxus]], attempted to possess his body. The attempt failed, but Straxus made another attempt with a specially-crafted clone of Megatron, which was transported to Earth soon after the real Megatron vanished. The clone believed itself to be the real thing - as did the comics' readers, thinking that the spacebridge explosion had transported Megatron elsewhere on Earth - and after a battle with the mechanoid, Centurion, it was salvaged by Shockwave, who brainwashed it and unleashed it on [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], a recreated future version of Megatron who had travelled back in time from the year 2006 and posed a threat to Shockwave's leadership. The clone Megatron, however, saw a possible partner in Galvatron, and the two teamed up to battle Autobots and Decepticons from both present and future in the apocalyptic &quot;Time Wars&quot;. Subsequently, the clone returned to Cybertron, where it defeated the ruling Decepticon Triumvirate, but was then confronted with the ''real'' Megatron - the Spacebridge explosion had deposited him in the Dead End region of Cybertron, where he had wandered, with no recollection of who he was, until he had saved a Decepticon from Autobots and regained his memories. The clone Megatron susbequently destroyed itself to prevent Straxus, buried inside its mind, from taking over.''<br /> <br /> The stage was now set for Megatron's return in the US comics, as he had his [[Micromaster]] Sports Car patrol capture the Autobot medic, Ratchet, and forced him to recreate Starscream as a [[Pretender|Pretenders]]). Ratchet did so, but also restored [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] in the same manner, thwarting his scheme. When Megatron then attempted to flee through a trans-time dimensional portal, Ratchet tackled him as his base then exploded around them, apparently killing them both.<br /> <br /> Soon after, however, Autobot detective [[Nightbeat (G1)|Nightbeat]] discovered that the explosion had actually blown them through the portal, and he dispatched a probe to pull them back from the gaps between reality. However, when they rematerialised, it was revealed that the explosion had fused the two enemies together, into a hideous, twisted mockery of a being, which ran rampant through the Ark. The half that was Ratchet begged Optimus Prime to kill them, but Prime could not, and had the Micromaster, Fixit, separate their bodies. Unfortunately, Fixit could not separate their minds, as the two discovered when they were reactivated with [[Nucleon]] - sharing each other's thoughts, feeling, sensations and sights, Ratchet attempted to break the cycle by crashing the Ark on Earth.<br /> <br /> ====&quot;Another Time And Place&quot; text story====<br /> [[Image:Megatronam.jpg|thumb|right|Aww, that's almost adorable]]<br /> After the end of the G1 comics, the final UK annual printed a text story entitled &quot;Another Time And Place&quot;, which followed up on the events of the Ark crash, and saw Bludgeon and his followers locate Megatron's body and revive it with Nucleon, only for him to be defeated by Optimus Prime and Grimlock. This, of course, clashes with the US G2 comic - but it does ''not'' clash in with the alternate first issue of the UK G2 comic (other UK G2 issues were simply reprints of US material), in which Megatron simply attributes his new body to human scientists, with no further explanation to contradict the events of &quot;Another Time and Place&quot;.<br /> <br /> ====Generation 2====<br /> Although thought dead for a year or two, Megatron had actually survived the Ark crash, and had quietly worked to repair it, concealing it beneath the ground (apparently, Ratchet died in the crash, as their shared mind does not come up in the story). Tracking a transforming signal mistakenly believing it was another Transformer, Megatron came across the shape-shifting castle of the terrorist organisation, [[Cobra]], and entered into a bargain with its leader, [[Cobra Commander]], offering him the technology of the Ark in exchange for the new weapons his organisation was developing. Reconstructed into a new tank body, with a powerful rail gun, Megatron defeated a sqaud of Autobots sent to stop him, and then turned on Cobra, capturing the scientist who had developed his gun, [[Dr. Biggles-Jones|Doctor Biggles-Jones]], and escaping in the airborne Ark. Following a climactic battle with [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]], Megatron then battled and soundly defeated Bludgeon, reclaiming leadership of the Decepticons and stealing the Matrix from Optimus Prime, using it to bring his newest warriors online - only to have his faction bested by the forces of [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]] and his second-generation Cybertronians. Megatron then entered into an alliance with the Autobots to both defeat Starscream, who had seized control of the Decepticon ship, the Warworld, through the power of the Matrix, and stop Jhiaxus. The tale ended with the Autobots and Decepticons uniting.<br /> <br /> ===Animated continuity===<br /> '''Voice Actor:''' [[Frank Welker]] (US), [[Seizō Katō]] (Japan)&lt;br&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Image:G1Megatron-LD.jpg|left|thumb|Megatron has no nostrils.]]<br /> Megatron is a Decepticon, one of the lineal descendants of the military hardware robots created by the [[Quintessons]] on their factory world of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Following a war between the Decepticons and the other robot race, the [[Autobot|Autobots]], the Decepticons were defeated by the Autobots' invention of transformation, which allowed them the advantange of stealth. The Autobot victory in the war began the [[Golden Age of Cybertron]], but a viper lurked within this paradise, as the Decepticons too eventually developed transformation, eventually leading to the creation of Megatron.<br /> <br /> Gathering a small number of troops together, Megatron made a small strike on an outer city, killing the current Autobot leader. However, this event was not made public knowledge, and young robots like the naive [[Orion Pax (G1)|Orion Pax]] still looked up to Megatron and his followers because of their new robot-mode flight powers. However, Pax soon learned the error of his ways when Megatron duped him into allowing him access to [[Energon]] warehouses, and Megatron fatally injured him in a scuffle. However, the ancient Autobot, [[Alpha Trion]], reconstructed Pax into a battle hardy configuration - now, he was [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], leader of the Autobots and Megatron's sworn opponent as the civil war erupted again.<br /> <br /> [[Image:G1Megatron-Flail.jpg|right|thumb|Megatron and his energy flail/mace/morning star/thingamajig.]]<br /> Eventually, the war drained Cybertron of most of its energy, necessitating that both factions seek out new worlds and new sources of power. Megatron and his elite forces pursued the Autobots' craft, (referred to as the [[Ark|The Ark]] in Beast Wars, following the ship's name from the G1 Marvel Comics) in their star cruiser (referred to as the [[Nemesis]] in Beast Wars) and attacked and boarded the craft, causing it to crash on a prehistoric planet, entombing all on the ship in emergency stasis as it crashed into a dormant volcano.<br /> <br /> Four million years later, a volcanic eruption reactivated the Transformers and the war began again on the energy-rich world they found themselves on; Earth. After their first series of battles, the Autobots believed Megatron and the Decepticons destroyed when their new space cruiser crashed into the [[Pacific Ocean]], but in reality they survived and reconstructed the cruiser to serve as a sub-oceanic staging base and bunker. Megatron re-established contact with Cybertron, and began construction of an intergalactic transport system called a &quot;space bridge,&quot; although the early tests nearly resulted in his destruction when he was sucked into the portal and teleported to Cybertron. The technology was eventually stabilised, however, and used in a grand scheme to transport Cybertron through space into Earth's orbit, where the natural disasters its gravity wreaked created tremendous energy that Megatron and the Decepticons gathered. The Earth was saved, however, when Megatron's stockpiles of energy were detonated by the Autobots, the explosion forcing Cybertron out of orbit. Again, however, Megatron was able to cheat death, and was forced to team up with Optimus Prime in order to stop the machinations of his treacherous lieutenant, [[Starscream_(G1)|Starscream]].<br /> <br /> In his next scheme, Megatron absorbed all the separate powers of the other Decepticons into himself, and challenged Optimus Prime to one-on-one combat. With the added abilities of all his minions, Megatron easily defeated Prime in the battle, but when his deception was revealed, he and his followers were defeated in a group attack.<br /> <br /> Over the following years, Megatron's schemes to obtain Earth's energies continued. His assorted plans included various attempts to harness the power of Earth's core, thefts of several unstable energy devices from human scientists, the draining of energy from a time-lost prehistoric island, and partnership with a human politician that allowed him to force the Autobots off of Earth, and actually allowed him to conquer Central City among [[Giant Purple Griffin|many]], many others.<br /> <br /> Eventually, however, Megatron turned his attention away from Earth, and succeeded in completely conquering Cybertron by the Earth year 2005. Learning the Autobots were preparing a strike against the planet, Megatron and the Decepticons intercepted the shuttle sent to Earth to acquire energy to power the raid, and unleashed a mighty assault on [[Autobot City]]. In the course of the conflict, word was sent to Optimus Prime, who arrived the following morning after the slaughter and confronted Megatron in another one-on-one struggle. Megatron appeared beaten, but spying a discarded pistol, stalled for time by pleading for mercy as he attempted to reach it. The young Autobot Hot Rod then intervened, tackling Megatron, but the Decepticon was too powerful for him, seizing him and using him as shield as he grabbed the pistol and opened fire on Prime. The wounds were fatal and sent Prime to the grave - but not before he delivered his own final blow to Megatron, seriously damaging him and forcing the Decepticons to flee.<br /> <br /> On the return trip to Cybertron, it became necessary to jettison excess mass, or the Decepticons would be unable to reach the planet. The wounded Decepticons were voted out, and set adrift in space, including Megatron. But this was not to be the end for the great slag-maker, as the world-devourer, [[Unicron]], found him and recreated him into [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]].<br /> <br /> ====Generation 1 manga (Japan-only)====<br /> <br /> After the events of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie (1986)|The Transformers: The Movie]]'' and ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]'', Galvatron attempted to destroy the Autobots with a legion of Megatron clones dubbed [[Megatron Military|&quot;The Megatron Military&quot;]]. Each clone was equipped with its own unique fusion cannon and were capable of combining the blasts into an intense attack. As a unified force, the Megatron Military crushed [[Rodimus Prime (G1)|Rodimus Prime]], [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Springer (G1)|Springer]], [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr]] and [[Kup (G1)|Kup]]. Their victory was assured until Rodimus managed to deduce that the Megatron Military was being controlled by Galvatron. As it turned out, Galvatron was actually disguised as one of the Megatron clones. Once Rodimus defeated Galvatron, all the Megatron clones lost power and were easily vanquished.<br /> <br /> ====''Robot Masters'' (Japan-only)====<br /> '''Voice Actor:''' [[Jirō Saitō]] (Japan)<br /> [[Image:Rmrebirthmegatron.JPG|thumb|HAH! I fooled you for all of five seconds!]]<br /> In the exclusive Japanese toyline, ''[[Transformers: Robot Masters]],'' whose story began in the timeline of the G1 animated series, but branched off at some point in the twenty-year interim between seasons 2 and 3, Megatron was lost in an undisclosed accident, leaving his time-displaced ''Beast Wars'' descendant to take his place as Decepticon leader (the toyline applied the qualifying titles of &quot;G1 Megatron&quot; and &quot;Beast Megatron&quot; to the characters to distinguish them). As events progressed, it was revealed that G1 Megatron's consciousness took possession of the body of a &quot;Convoy&quot; (an Autobot leader) known as [[Reverse Convoy]], leader of the planet [[Vehicon_(planet)|Vehicon]], via an inter-dimensional uplink to a black hole, and then used it to pose as an ally to the Autobots, only to betray them by revealing himself as the aptly-named &quot;Rebirth Megatron.&quot;<br /> <br /> ====Battlestars: Return of Convoy'' (Japan-only)====<br /> [[Image:Supermeg.jpg|left|thumb|Super Megatron transforms into a &quot;spaceship&quot;]]<br /> ''(Note: With his transformation into Galvatron, Megatron departed from the animated continuity, until five years later, in the Japanese-exclusive storyline, ''Battlestars: The Return of Convoy'', which, although not animated itself (told instead through one chapter of [[manga]] and several [[story page]]s), continues the tale of the cartoon universe.)''<br /> <br /> In the previous Japanese-exclusive animated series, ''[[Headmasters (television series)|Headmasters]]'', Galvatron had been apparently destroyed when he was buried on an iceberg. In the ''Return of Convoy'' storyline, a new evil force named [[Dark Nova]] recovered Galvatron's body, and restored him to life as '''Super Megatron''', pitting him against [[Optimus Prime (G1)#Battlestars: Return of Convoy (Japan-only)|Star Convoy]] (the reborn Optimus Prime) and his Autobots. Super Megatron didn't fare too well against his old adversary and was swiftly defeated. Dark Nova then upgraded him into '''Ultra Megatron''' who had a similar success rate.<br /> <br /> For the final battle, Dark Nova merged with the remains of Ultra Megatron and formed the massive [[Dark Nova|Star Giant]]. Star Giant was virtually invincible from the outside, so Star Convoy, [[Grandus]] and [[Sky Garry]] traveled inside his body and began tearing up the joint. As soon as they'd inflicted enough damage, the trio escaped just as Star Giant detonated, leaving only his head some-what intact. Fortunately for Megatron, his body was stored within the head, allowing him to survive the explosion.<br /> <br /> ====Generation 2 manga (Japan-only)====<br /> <br /> [[Image:JapG2Meg.jpg|right|250px|thumb|He hasn't lost his nack for monologuing in his old age]]<br /> <br /> After [[Battlestars]], Megatron recovered from the Star Giant incident and returned to his original body. Appearing to have discarded his evil ways, he joined with Optimus Prime to form the [[Cybertron Alliance]] and ushered in the Second Generation of Transformers. However, after human soldiers killed one of his dearest comrades, he adopted a new body and began the war anew. <br /> <br /> Megatron coordinated an onslaught of attacks which mortally wounded Optimus Prime (who had adopted a new missile trailer mode to counter Megatron). Megatron then delivered the fatal blow, personally, and believed his enemy dead. Killing Optimus Prime wasn't so easy, as the [[spark|sparks]] of the previous Autobot Supreme Commanders within the [[Matrix of Leadership]] used the [[Reconfiguration Matrix]] to transform Optimus into Battle Convoy. The fight raged on for a while until Prime managed to drive the Decepticon forces to retreat into outerspace.<br /> <br /> ===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books continuity===<br /> '''Voice actor: Earl Hammond(?)'''<br /> <br /> In ''[[When Continents Collide]]'', Megatron calls Soundwave a &quot;blundering tape-filled idiot.&quot; This is notable because it is hilarious. Also, Megatron totally sounds like &quot;Mumm-Ra&quot; from ''Thundercats''. This version of Megatron also has an odd obsession with drills, mole machines, and other burrowing devices, as he uses them frequently in his plans for energy gathering and conquest.<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Books Big Looker Storybook continuity===<br /> <br /> [[Image:KidsCliff1.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Megatron rides in style.]]<br /> <br /> In ''[[The Great Car Rally]]'', a bunch of humans set up a race for charity. The victor would received a year's supply of oil and gasoline. Well, the Decepticons desperately wanted that bounty, so rather than just steal it, they decided to sneak into the race. [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] was one of the Autobots driving in the rally and was unaware that the scary black cadillac was actually being driven by Megatron! Megatron dogged Cliffjumper for quite a while but ended up losing to the Minibot. Cliffjumper won the race and everybody smiled, even Optimus Prime.<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave comics continuity===<br /> Young Megatron was a gladiatorial combatant in the depths of [[Cybertron_(planet)|Cybertron]]’s underworld. As victory upon victory mounted, he began to realize that the games were nothing more than an elaborate attempt by the Cybertronian elders to hide the truth of Cybertron’s history from the masses. When Megatron attempted to gain access to that knowledge through exploration and research, the Cybertronian elders attempted to have him assassinated - a plan that only resulted in stirring up even more discontent among Cybertronians, allowing Megatron to begin recruiting for the Decepticon movement. <br /> <br /> Megatron's forces began a civil war of Autobot against Decepticon in order to mask his reactivation of the ancient planetary engines buried beneath Cybertron’s surface. As a result, Cybertron would be transformed into a massive warworld that would cut a swathe of destruction through the galaxy. This plan failed. During a conflict with [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], Megatron's lieutenant [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] activated the planet mechaforming process too soon, resulting in the destruction of the machinery.<br /> <br /> Roughly 7.4 million years BCE, Megatron and Optimus Prime disappeared in an early test of the then-unstable [[Space Bridge]] matter-transport system. Spending an undisclosed time on the planet [[Quintessa]], Megatron returned with an overwhelming army of lifeless [[Air Warrior|seeker clones]], quickly subjugating Cybertron. ''(This story was never finished due to the closure of Dreamwave.)''<br /> <br /> Four million years BCE, Cybertron was threatened by a massive approaching asteroid, so Optimus Prime led a contingent of Autobots aboard the [[Ark]] to blow the rock to fragments, which were transported away by an orbital Space Bridge network. When this task was completed, Megatron chose this moment to strike, attacking the Ark with his troops. Crippled, the craft flew through one of the Space Bridge portals, and was transported to prehistoric Earth, where it crashed, entombing the occupants in stasis for four million years.<br /> <br /> The Autobots and Decepticons were reactivated in 1984, but specific details of the battles were unrecorded until 1999, when a Autobot/Human military alliance succeeded in capturing and deactivating the Decepticons. However, the [[Ark II]] spaceship carrying them back to Cybertron exploded shortly after liftoff, and the Transformers were believed destroyed. In actuality, they had been scattered back to Earth, where they lay in [[stasis lock]] across the globe for three years. This slumber was brought to an end when [[Lazarus|Adam Rook]] (aka Lazarus), a rogue military scientist who had devised a method of controlling Transformers, salvaged many of the fallen Cybertronians and reprogrammed them as mass killing machines, which he then attempted to sell on the black market. Megatron was first to break free of the human's control, overriding the new programming and capturing Lazarus during an auction. Megatron forced Lazarus to watch as he unleashed a technorganic virus designed to transform all of Earth into a new Cybertron. It also served to lure Optimus Prime and the Autobots, also now reactivated, to his location. Megatron, tired of the war, continuously asked Prime to join him. After his first failed attempt, Megatron unleashed [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] on [[San Francisco]], ensuing in mass slaughter, in an attempt to show Prime the humans were not worth fighting for. However, the selfless sacrifice of several firemen restored Prime's faith in humanity and allowed him and the Autobots to beat back Megatron.<br /> <br /> Several months later. Megatron was subliminally summoned to a remote area in Alaska along with the other Earthbound Transformers. There they battled until Megatron's former second-in-command, [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], who had arrived and revealed that in their absence, the war on Cybertron had ended. He arrested Megatron, Prime, and their troops as war criminals. Megatron, weakened by battle, was quickly defeated by Shockwave and loaded aboard his shuttle for return to Cybertron, only to have Starscream seize the opportunity by jettisoning him into space on the return trip. Megatron used the time floating in space to contemplate his existence and the Decepticon goal. Realizing that he had wasted millennia in his feud with Prime, Megatron resolved to once again conquer Cybertron as a means to enhancing the Transformer race and strengthening it from outside threats. It seemed as through he would not live to accomplish this goal, however, as death closed in on him... only for him to be retrieved by the [[Junkion]] [[Wreck-Gar (G1)|Wreck-Gar]], who took him to the planet [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]] and repaired and re-armed him, only to be killed in return.<br /> <br /> Travelling to the Planet [[Beest]], Megatron defeated the exiled Decepticon warlords, the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]], and rebuilt them into the mightiest of all combiners, [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], to serve as his ace in the hole in his quest to reclaim leadership of the Decepticons. Moving in stealth on Cybertron, Megatron defeated Shockwave, severing his arm and forcing him into servitude. He then returned to Earth to collect the remaining Decepticons under Starscream's command, and to teach Starscream a lesson long in coming. <br /> <br /> While it was alluded that Megatron had a grand goal in mind that also included the subjugation of the [[Quintessons]], the remainder of the story has yet to be told due to the closure of Dreamwave. However it has been stated by representatives of IDW publishing, the current holders of the Transformer comic license, that once Dreamwave has exited bankruptcy court, they intend to finish the story.<br /> <br /> === IDW comics continuity ===<br /> <br /> Megatron is established in the ''Infiltration'' arc as being extremely powerful. He emerges unscathed from the destruction by aerial bombardment of the [[Nebraska]] command bunker and takes two direct hits in the chest from Blitzwing's tank-mode cannon without breaking stride. A single shot from his arm cannon blew a massive hole clean through Skywarp, and he wrecked Blitzwing simply by grabbing his turret-cannon in one hand and swinging him into the ground. It's no great surprise that, even having sampled the power of [[Ore-13]], the remaining Decepticons under Starscream's command chose to back down rather than face Megatron in direct combat.<br /> <br /> Their decision turned out to be a prudent one. Starscream, almost overdosed on Ore-13, launched a one-Decepticon assault on Megatron, yet even with its (supposedly) incredible power boosting his systems, Megatron was no more than scratched. The Decepticon leader then punished Starscream with a point blank shot from his fusion cannon.<br /> <br /> This Megatron is definitely not the Maniacal Villain of original continuity. He is disciplined; the only emotion he ever expresses is anger, and he rarely lets it out of his control. He is focused, disregarding a minor distraction like [[Verity Carlo]] in favour of gathering data on Starscream's operations and and apparently ignoring the presence of [[Bumblebee_(G1)|Bumblebee]] and [[Ratchet_(G1)|Ratchet]] at the [[Nebraska]] bunker in his pursuit of his rebellious lieutenant. He's a military robot through and through, brooking no breaches of discipline or the chain of command in his subordinates. He has little time for grand speeches or rants; he simply orders his wayward subordinates to stand down and informs them that &quot;There is no room for mercy. In the end, you are ALL expendable.&quot; <br /> <br /> Finally, he has a keen mind for strategy and a willingness to prioritise threats. Although the location of the [[Oregon]] command bunker became known to the Autobots, he chose to downgrade the infiltration unit's status from Starscream's premature Phase Five to Phase Two, presumably while he assesses how Earth and Ore-13 fit into the overall Decepticon plan of conquest. Aiding this is a strong pragmatic streak; during the final stages of the Cybertronian cataclysm, Megatron was unwilling even to let Optimus Prime die, knowing that he would be needed to stop the threat of [[Thunderwing_(G1)|Thunderwing]] (though it is unclear if this Megatron possesses the nigh-pathological hatred of Optimus Prime that his predecessors did).<br /> <br /> ===''Beast Wars''===<br /> '''Voice actor:''' [[Garry Chalk]] (US)<br /> <br /> The original Megatron made three appearances (four if you count the scene removed from &quot;Nemesis&quot;) in the Beast Wars TV series. He first appeared in a flashback in &quot;The Agenda&quot; inscribing a message on the [[Golden Disk]]. His second apperence, also from &quot;Agenda&quot;, was in the message itself. The Third apperence, in &quot;Master Blaster&quot;, Megatron was shown offline in the [[Ark]] as [[Megatron (BW)]] takes his spark. A fourth apperence, which showed [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] returning the Decepticon leader's spark to his body, was removed because of time constraints but was included as an easter egg in [[Kid Rhino|Rhino's]] Beast Wars Season 3 box set.<br /> <br /> Also, in Hasbro/Kenner's original plans, Beast Wars Megatron (Basic and Ultra forms) was supposed to be Generation 1 Megatron in a new body, which is supported by the tech specs.<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> *'''Megatron (Prototype)'''<br /> :Details unknown<br /> [[Image:P-Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|Microman Megatron toy prototype. Early cartoon/comics design were based on this prototype.]]<br /> *'''Megatron'''<br /> : ''Japanese ID number:'' '''16'''<br /> :Megatron was released in 1984 as part of the first year of the ''Transformers'' line in the United States. It transformed into a Walther P-38 pistol, as seen in the popular 1960s spy television series ''The Man from U.N.C.L.E.'', with attachments. It was originally released in [[Takara]]'s [[Microman]] toyline as &quot;MC13 Gun Robo - P38 U.N.C.L.E.&quot; The Japanese release, however, didn't come with the attachments.<br /> <br /> :Megatron was also redecoed (red became blue, and flat grey was used instead of chrome, one of the Microman decos for the standard P-38) in the Japanese VS-X giftset with Optimus Prime.<br /> <br /> :He was again released in the VS-X deco with Starscream in the Good-Bye Megatron set. This time, he came with his fusion cannon.<br /> <br /> *'''Galvatron'''<br /> :''See [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]''<br /> <br /> *'''Megatron (Action Master)''' <br /> :Megatron returned as an [[Action Master]] in 1990. This non-transformable version of Megatron came packaged with the [[Neutro-Fusion Tank]].<br /> <br /> *'''Reissues'''<br /> :In 2001, Megatron was reissued in Japan, and came with all of the American and Japanese accessories. A black redeco (the other standard P-38 Microman deco) was released the same year as a BotCon Japan exclusive.<br /> <br /> :Megatron was again reissued in 2002 in Takara's Transformer Collection series. This release was identical to the previous reissue, but came with the mace used in the episode &quot;[[More Than Meets the Eye, Part 2]]&quot;, a sheet of Decepticon stickers, and a Decepticon mouse pad.<br /> <br /> *'''World's Smallest'''<br /> :World's Smallest Megatron was released in 2004, coming with only his fusion cannon. His other attachments were planed to be released, but were scraped. A VS-X homage set was also released the same year.<br /> <br /> ===Generation 2===<br /> *'''Megatron'''<br /> :Owing to the inability of Hasbro to re-release the original Megatron toy (in keeping with the usual pattern for early G2 figures) because that toy was a pistol, Megatron was released as a large green tank with electronic sounds and a voice chip.<br /> <br /> *'''Hero Megatron'''<br /> :''Japanese ID number:'' '''TRF-2'''<br /> :Megatron was released again the following year as &quot;Hero&quot; Megatron: a smaller, but essentially similar tank. This Megatron was purple and came with a bellows that fired an air-propelled missile.<br /> <br /> *'''Megatron''' (Go-Bot)<br /> :Megatron was released in a third form, &quot;Go-Bot&quot; Megatron. This was a minor repaint of the previously released [[Blowout (G2)|Blowout]] mold.<br /> <br /> *Unreleased<br /> :In addition to these, Megatron had a few unreleased toys in the G2 line. The first was the Megatron ATB (with Starscream), a recolor of the [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]] mold. The Beast Wars II [[BB]] and [[Starscream (BWII)|Starscream]] used the same deco, but had diffrent stickers. A second toy was a recolor of the Hero mold in a grey deco with black camoflauge stripes. The third toy was the flip changer used in 1997 as [[Machine Wars]] Megatron and [[Megaplex (MW)]].<br /> <br /> ===Machine Wars===<br /> * Megatron<br /> : This toy was redecoed from an unreleased Generation 2 flipchanger Megatron.<br /> : Oddly, all on-package art and pictures show Megatron as a grey jet with [[Megaplex]] as the blue jet, the opposite of the actual toys. Like most other toys in the line, the boxart was recycled from an earlier figure, in this case from the [[Predator]] [[Falcon (G1)|Falcon]].<br /> <br /> ===Robot Masters===<br /> * Reverse Convoy<br /> : ''Japanese ID number:'' '''RM-24'''<br /> <br /> ===Titanium===<br /> *'''Megatron'''<br /> :The Titanium Megatron toy was inspired by Dreamwave's first ''G.I. Joe'' crossover set in World War II. Since that Megatron's gun form was nonviable as a toy, a &quot;tweaked-out&quot; Maus tank alternate mode was designed. The backstory of the Megatron from the crossover, including references to Cobra, was retained on the package, make it the first US figure ever produced as part of a ''G.I. Joe / TransFormers'' crossover.<br /> <br /> *'''War Within Megatron'''<br /> :A new Megatron titanium based on his War Within design was shown at [[Botcon 2006]]. Commensts from designers [[Don Figueroa]] suggest that this may be released in a 2-pack with a War Within Optimus whose joints have been corrected from the original release.<br /> <br /> ===Classics===<br /> [[Image:Megatronclassicstoy.jpg|right|thumb|100px|Paint me black and give me to a kid, ASAP.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Voyager, 2006)<br /> :This Megatron is a &quot;fusion blaster&quot; based loosely on the original Megatron toy and inspired by the Nerf N-Strike Maverick blaster. Its scope/arm cannon houses a working crosshairs and its trigger includes clicking action. In order to pass modern safety regulations (both the government's and Hasbro's), his blaster mode includes lots of purple and green, plus bright orange on both the tip of the &quot;barrel&quot; and the scope.<br /> <br /> :Although some official Hasbro photographs, including those appearing on the toy's packaging, show the gun mode's trigger and other small parts as being orange, those parts were gray in later stock photography and the final release. <br /> <br /> :In these above mentioned early promotional photographs, Megatron also had noticeably different &quot;eyebrow&quot; paint applications that matched those of the original Megatron toy. These were two small black triangles on a gray plastic forehead. The final release has the placement of the black reversed, with two small gray triangles and a black forehead, sometimes referred to as Megatron's &quot;unibrow&quot; by fans. <br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: The Ultimate Battle''' (Deluxe versus set, 2006)<br /> : The Megatron included in this two-pack is a tank inspired by the first Megatron toy from ''Generation 2''. Instead of a right hand, his arm ends in a blade with &quot;spinning dervish action.&quot; He comes packaged with Optimus Prime and a &quot;[[The Ultimate Battle]]&quot; DVD.<br /> <br /> ===Merchandise===<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [http://www.toybin.org/search.php?q=1984+Decepticon+Megatron ToyBin Megatron Toy Gallery]<br /> * [http://tfu.info/1984/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm Megatron at TFU.info]<br /> <br /> {{stub}}<br /> [[Category: Action Masters]]<br /> [[Category: Attacktix]]<br /> [[Category: Battlestars characters]]<br /> [[Category: Classics]]<br /> [[Category: Convention exclusives]]<br /> [[Category: Decepticon leaders]]<br /> [[Category: Generation 1 characters]]<br /> [[Category: Generation 2 characters]]<br /> [[Category: Go-Bots]]<br /> [[Category: Machine Wars characters]]<br /> [[Category: Robot Masters characters]]<br /> [[Category: Titanium Series]]<br /> [[Category: Unreleased toys]]&lt;div id=&quot;wikia-credits&quot;&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;br /&gt;&lt;small&gt;From [http://transformers.wikia.com Teletraan I: The Transformers Wiki], a [http://www.wikia.com Wikia] wiki.&lt;/small&gt;&lt;/div&gt;</div>

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