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Wheeljack (ROTB)
2023-11-10T23:55:37Z
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<div>{{factions|autobot}}<br />
{{disambig3.5|the ''Rise of the Beasts'' Autobot|the ''other'' movie Wheeljack|Wheeljack (Movie)|Wheeljack}}<br />
:''Wheeljack is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Rise of the Beasts]] portion of the [[Movie continuity family]].''<br />
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[[File:ROTB-Wheeljack.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Got any cheese?]]<br />
Soft-spoken and insightful, '''Wheeljack''' may lack the bombastic attitude of his fellow Autobots, but he's no less invaluable to their team. An inventor, mechanic and scientist stationed in South America, Wheeljack is enamored with Earth and its natural world, and is committed to ending the war that threatens it. To get around the tight streets of [[Cusco]], he turns into a {{W|Volkswagen Type 2}} microbus.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/transformers/status/1657105528236003330|name=Transformers|site=Twitter|year=2023|month=5|day=12}}</ref><br />
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Despite being stationed in [[Peru]], he's somehow unknowingly picked up a [[Mexico|Mexican]] [[accent]]. Don't assume he speaks Spanish because of it, though; he thinks it's a little racist.<br />
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{{bigquote|Sorry I'm late. I was taking in a harmonious moment between a serene butterfly, and an unruffled caterpillar. Such tranquility.|Wheeljack|''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]''}}<br />
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==Fiction==<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts'' film===<br />
{{voiceactor|[[Cristo Fernández]] (English), [[Shunsuke Takeuchi]] (Japanese)|[[Benjamin Pascal]] (European French), [[Marc Winslow]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Renato Novara]] (Italian), [[Karim El Kammouchi]] (German), [[Wendel Bezerra]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}<br />
[[File:TF-ROTB-Wheeljack-the-heck-you're-talking-about.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|left|"Now, last week, Wheeljack used his transformation machine to turn Noah into a car and drive him around the Monaco Grand Prix? Come on!"]]<br />
Being locally stationed there, Wheeljack joined the Autobot forces upon their arrival in [[Peru]] to assist with their search for the other half of the [[Transwarp Key]]. After a brief chat with their new human ally [[Noah Díaz]] established that, while he may have a Spanish accent, he did not speak Spanish, he explained the lay of the land to the group, including the Festival which would prevent the Autobots easily accessing the city. During Noah and [[Elena Wallace]]'s search and subsequent chase underground, he hid in the city with [[Arcee (Movie)|Arcee]] taking cover inside his vehicle mode. When the [[Terrorcon (ROTB)|Terrorcons]] arrived in force to hunt down the humans, the pair tailed [[Battletrap (ROTB)|Battletrap]] up the mountain roads, Arcee exchanging fire while Wheeljack dodged missiles and wrecking balls thrown his way. Unfortunately, before they could get close to Battletrap, the Terrorcon attached his towline to Wheeljack's bumper, throwing him and Arcee off the cliff, which also triggered a rockslide that unwittingly broke up the battling Autobots and Terrorcons. <br />
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Recovering, he and Arcee immediately followed [[Mirage (Movie)|Mirage]] to assist their human allies from [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)|an unfamiliar robotic gorilla]]. Unfortunately for him, [[Rhinox (ROTB)|a massive robotic rhino]] bowled him over from behind. After [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] and Primal made a truce, Wheeljack accompanied the united Autobot and [[Maximal]] group to the human village which held Primal's half of the Transwarp Key. The next day, he took part in the final battle to prevent [[Unicron]] being summoned to Earth, fighting off the horde of [[Sweep (ROTB)|Sweep]]s and [[Scorponok (ROTB)|Scorponoks]] as a distraction for his allies to shut the machine down.<br />
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During the course of the battle, he and Optimus came across Battletrap again, nearly getting shot multiple times, with Primal and Prime having to assist to defeat the Terrorcon. Later on, Wheeljack regrouped with Arcee in mowing down more Sweeps, eventually receiving a minor injury to his lower abdomen. He was also knocked down and briefly overwhelmed when Unicron's reinforcements arrived, but was able to recover when [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] arrived to assist after his resurrection. When Optimus was forced to destroy the Transwarp bridge himself, Wheeljack was ordered to retreat to avoid the expected explosion, following Primal out of the area. Victorious and with Prime safe, he and the other Autobots and Maximals remained steadfast, ready to face Unicron's return.<br />
{{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts}}<br />
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{{note|Wheeljack's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the books "[[Mission at the Museum]]" and "[[The Search Is On]]". In the former, Wheeljack is present in events set in New York City prior to his actual first appearance in the movie.}}<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Buzzworthy Bumblebee''===<br />
[[File:ROTB-Buzzworthy-Bumblebee-Deluxe-Wheeljack.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|What's that? One of those 'Led Zeppelins' I've heard so much about?]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1m1|'''Cheetor / Nightbird / Wheeljack''' (Jungle Mission 3-pack, [[2023]])}}</ul><br />
:*''Accessories'': Blaster<br />
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: Released in a [[Target]]-exclusive ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' "Jungle Mission 3-pack", Wheeljack is a Deluxe Class figure based on his appearance in ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]''. He transforms from a bespectacled robot into an unlicensed approximation of a Volkswagen Minibus with "TV Pablo" livery on the side. He includes a blaster that he can hold, or store on the roof of his vehicle mode.<br />
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:Wheeljack comes packaged with [[Cheetor (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Cheetor]] and [[Nightbird (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Nightbird]]. Unlike the actual product, the CG renders on the rear packaging depict his fists being fully painted black.<br />
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===''Rise of the Beasts''===<br />
[[File:TF-ROTB-Deluxe-Wheeljack.jpg|thumb|right|300px|''Ehrm.. Ackshually..'']]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wheeljack''' (Deluxe Class, 2023)}}</ul><br />
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Deluxe Class Wheeljack'''<br />
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''BD-05'''<br />
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[July 15]], 2023<br />
:*''Accessories'': Blaster<br />
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:The Wheeljack from the ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' Jungle Mission 3-pack was also available individually at general retail under ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Rise of the Beasts]]'' packaging.<br />
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:He was first sighted at Australian retail, before any of his wave mates.<br />
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[[File:TF-ROTB-Beast-Alliance-Wheeljack.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"Stop hitting my child in the head with a lead pipe!"]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1m1|'''Wheeljack & Rhinox''' (Beast Weaponizer, 2023)}}</ul><br />
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Kakusei Change Set Wheeljack & Rhinox'''<br />
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''BCS-03'''<br />
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[July 15]], 2023<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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: Part of the second wave of Beast Weaponizers, Wheeljack is a simplified toy that converts from a robot to an unlicensed approximation of a Volkswagen Minibus in 11 steps. He comes with a redecoed [[Rhinox (ROTB)#BeastWeaponizer|Beast Battle Master Rhinox]], who transforms into a minigun for Wheeljack to wield.<br />
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:Like much of this toyline, this set was found at retail before any official announcement, this time in Canada.<br />
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===''Studio Series''===<br />
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-ROTB-Wheeljack.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''Did I do that?'']]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wheeljack''' (Deluxe Class, [[2024]])}}</ul><br />
:*''Movie'': '''''Rise of the Beasts'''''<br />
:*''Hasbro ID number'': '''108'''<br />
:*''Accessories'': Gun, "Cliffside Chase" backdrop<br />
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: Released in the first wave of ''[[Studio Series]]'' Deluxe Class figures for 2024, Wheeljack transforms from robot to licensed Volkswagen van in 28 steps. He includes a handheld blaster weapon (seemingly based on the one included with [[Ironhide (G1)/toys #Studio Series|SS86 Ironhide]]) rather than the arm blaster he had in the film, which can be stored on the roof of his alt mode. His door wings are also oriented in the wrong direction than the way they were in the film. Whether this is the intended design or a misassembly is currently unknown.<br />
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: Oddly enough, the front of Wheeljack's box features a render of his ''alternate mode'', not his robot mode as per usual. Why this decision was made is unknown.<br />
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: Wheeljack, alongside the first wave of 2024 ''Studio Series'' product, were revealed at MCM London 2023.<br />
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{{comingsoontoy}}<br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
===Jada Toys===<br />
====''Hollywood Rides''====<br />
[[File:TF-ROTB-Jada-1-24-Wheeljack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb|It's a Frank, Frank. A Frank that shoots Franks.]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Volkswagen Bus Wheeljack''' (Scale 1/24 Die Cast Vehicle, 2023)}}</ul><br />
:*''Accessories'': Autobot badge standee<br />
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], this 1/24 scaled non-transforming die-cast licensed Volkswagen Type 2 with rubber tires features opening doors and trunk with detailed interiors. Similar to the ''Robot Powered Machines'', the car features a sculpted robot mode underneath.<br />
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:Presumably thanks to production lead time, Wheeljack features both the "TV Pablo" markings from the movie itself and the "Frank's TV" branding from footage that went unused in the film.<ref name=frank>{{citesocial|quote=Cool, that's my picture of Frank! Originally, he was in the New York parts of the film, with the van appearing in the warehouse scene, but that was cut. Here's some of the pictures I took of the van when I spotted it returning to the vehicle holding area at MELS in Montreal:|link=https://twitter.com/tfaltmodes/status/1668009290504732672|name=TransformersAltModes|site=Twitter|year=2023|month=6|day=11}}</ref><br />
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:The 1/24 Wheeljack comes with a small chrome Autobot badge on a display stand.<br />
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Volkswagen Bus Wheeljack''' (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle, 2023)}}</ul><br />
:A smaller replica of Wheeljack much similar to the version above. The opening gimmick is limited to the doors only.<br />
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===Figural Bag Clip===<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Wheeljack''' (2023)}}</ul><br />
:Released by Monogram, this 2.5" 3D foam bag clip takes the form of a chibi ''Rise of the Beasts'' Wheeljack.<br />
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:It was available only as part of a [[Blindpacking|mystery blind bag]] collection.<br />
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==Notes==<br />
*The promotional render of Wheeljack seen at the top of this page sports some differences from his character model as seen in the film; most notably, it lacks the Autobot badge (a modified Volkswagen logo) on his chest, leaving it blank.<br />
*''Rise of the Beasts'' Wheeljack was conceived as a distinct character from ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Wheeljack (Movie)|Que/Wheeljack]]. Rather than take the more [[Wheeljack (G1)|Generation 1-inspired]] design of the Wheeljack seen in ''Bumblebee'', either [[Hasbro]] or [[Paramount Pictures|Paramount]] wanted to lean more into the idea of the character as a nerdy scientist, as they felt the "tough guy" seen in the previous movie was too similar to other characters among the Autobots.<ref>{{citesocial|quote='''Okay. Wheeljack is in this movie. But Wheeljack is also in Transformers: Dark of the Moon, and also just gets killed out of the blue. I love Wheeljack, but this Wheeljack and that Wheeljack seem nothing alike.'''<br>Yeah, they’re different, man. I know the fans have been calling him Pablo Wheeljack, so I’m going to ride with the fans on that one.<br>'''So these are different characters?'''<br>Yes, exactly. When I got into the film, they had already wanted the Wheeljack part of this picture, but they wanted to redesign it and actually lean more into the science and nerdy part of Wheeljack. They felt like the Wheeljack – I don’t know if this is the studio or Hasbro who was here before me – he was kind of falling into the lane of the other characters. Kind of tough. Ironhide, and those kind of vibes. Just didn’t feel like enough variety across the board. And so, for me as a fan, I was like, “All right, how can I keep some of the essence?” But I was like, I’m going to just dive deep into the lore and just gave him his whole sort of personality and a different look as we start to now develop and move on. But yeah, that was it. It was no shade or callbacks to the other Wheeljack at all. But people started calling Pablo Wheeljack, which I thought was kind of funny. And Cristo likes it too. He’s like, “I’m down for that.” Cristo Fernandez, who plays him, which is cool.|name=Steven Caple Jr.|site=Uproxx|link=https://uproxx.com/movies/steven-caple-jr-interview-transformers-rise-of-the-beasts/|day=07|month=06|year=2023}}</ref><br />
*The storybook "[[Mission at the Museum]]", as well as behind-the-scenes photos of Wheeljack's vehicle mode, suggest that he was originally intended to appear in the [[New York City|New York]]-set segments of the film, with his vehicle mode belonging to "Frank's TV" rather than "TV Pablo".<ref name=frank/> This ended up influencing the [[Jada Toys]] die-cast vehicles of Wheeljack, both of which sport "Frank's TV" on their left side and "TV Pablo" on their right.<br />
*Due to the "TV Pablo" branding on his vehicle mode, many fans took to jokingly calling this iteration 'Pablo', as both a shot at him daring not to look like [[Wheeljack (G1)|the original]], and an affectionate nickname. Even director [[Steven Caple Jr.]] and Cristo Fernández (his voice actor) support it!<br />
*During the sequence where the Autobots and Maximals line up ready for battle, a pair of ear-like fins based on those of [[Wheeljack (G1)|"Generation 1" Wheeljack]] pop out of the sides of his head; this was apparently a last-minute addition, as some promotional material (notably, the trailers released by Paramount Pictures UK) show the same footage without the fins.<ref>[https://youtu.be/itnqEauWQZM Transformers: Rise of the Beasts | Official Trailer (2023 Movie)] from Paramount Pictures on YouTube, with ears</ref><ref>[https://youtu.be/A5TcKWqMOp8 Transformers: Rise of the Beasts | Official Trailer | Paramount Pictures UK] from Paramount Pictures on YouTube, without ears</ref> Either way, it's very easy to miss, as the fins have vanished by the next shot that Wheeljack appears in and never show up again!<br />
*In the Latin American Spanish dub, Wheeljack speaks with a Peruvian accent instead of a Mexican one, using Peruvian slang such as ''causa'', ''chevere'', and ''oe''.<br />
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===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Wheeljack''' (ホイルジャック ''Hoirujakku'')<br />
*''Mandarin:'' '''Qiānjīndǐng''' (China, 千斤顶, "Wheeljack" or "Hoisting Jack")<br />
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==References==<br />
{{reflist|2}}<br />
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[[Category:Rise of the Beasts Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Studio Series Autobots]]</div>
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Berserker
2023-11-08T00:43:49Z
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<div>{{faction|decepticon}}<br />
:''Berserker is a [[Decepticon]] from [[Transformers: The Last Knight (franchise)|The Last Knight]] portion of the [[live-action film series]] [[continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:Berserker Promo Art.jpg|thumb|right|You can lift 600 pounds? Well I lift up MASTODONS! Huss! Huss!]]<br />
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Possibly the most homicidal Decepticon of all, '''Berserker''' is a seething ball of destructive energy, his lust for violence constant and irrepressible. Anyone and anything that gets in his way is torn to shreds, leading his allies and enemies alike to give him as wide a berth as possible.<br />
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By some miracle, the humans captured Berserker after he left countless bodies in his wake with their flesh sucked dry.<ref>''The Last Knight'' TRF [https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/decepticon-casefiles-roundup-with-the-best-look-yet-at-mowhawk-dreadbot-and-others/38370/ prisoner dossier bios]</ref> He has been constantly struggling against his restraints, spitting out the most graphic threats imaginable, which have led to stronger restraints, which make Berserker even angrier... and the cycle continues. Naturally, [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] wants this antisocial and impulsive maniac back in his ranks, but even he knows it's a tall order. <br />
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{{quote|Yeah, no. No. No. There are limits. Pick again.|[[William Lennox]] to Megatron|''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]''}}<br />
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==Fiction==<br />
===''The Last Knight'' film===<br />
{{voiceactor|uncredited (English), [[Haruo Yamagishi]] (Japanese)|[[Zhang Yaohan]] (Chinese), [[Alessandro Messina]] (Italian), [[Esteban Desco]] (Latin-American Spanish)}}<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Berserker.jpg|left|upright=2|thumb|Guess he didn't put his glasses on.]]<br />
Berserker was among the Decepticons in [[Transformers Reaction Force|T.R.F.'s]] custody. When T.R.F. was negotiating with Megatron, Megatron requested Berserker be one of the Decepticons released from custody to be part of his "crew". Berserker showed his violent temper when his mouth guard was released and he loudly threatened to drink the blood of his human captors. T.R.F. declined the request, claiming Berserker was far too dangerous to be released and that Megatron knew full well that his request was unreasonable. Megatron seemed to care little about the denial and merely settled on [[Onslaught (ROTF)|Onslaught]] instead. {{storylink|Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight}}<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''The Last Knight''===<br />
{{anchor|TLKDeluxe}}<br />
[[File:TLKDeluxeDecepticonBerserker.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|''My Earthen mode is like a truck! BERSERKER!<br><br />
Would you like some blow stuff up! BERSERKER!<BR><br />
My toy for you is twenty buck! BERSERKER!<BR><br />
Would you like some making truck! BERSERKER!!<BR>''<br />
(Did he just say 'making truck'?)]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (Deluxe Class, [[2017]])}}</ul><br />
:*''Japanese release date'': 2017-[[April 29|04-29]]<br />
:*''Japanese ID number:'' '''TLK-03'''<br />
:*''Accessories:'' 2 spiked weapons<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (toyline)|The Last Knight]] Premier Edition'' Deluxe Class figures, Berserker changes from a Chevrolet Suburban to robot and back. He includes a pair of spiked weapons which he can hold via [[5 mm post|5mm post]]. They can hang off of his back panel by the small hooks on the handles, and store in the undercarriage of his vehicle mode. His hands also have two thumbs on opposite sides, which is awesome.<br />
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: The vehicle mode kibble on his forearms is not affixed to him and merely pegs into sculpted slots on his arms. This leads to a somewhat weak hold and the kibble parts falling off during conversion. In vehicle mode, several of the tabs meant to hold the outer body together don't fit well, resulting in large gaps. The panels that form the back of the vehicle, in particular, have a tendency to pop out due to excessive pressure. It's best if you start at the front with the panels that tab into his hips and work your way backwards.<br />
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: Berserker was the most commonly-found [[shelfwarmer]] of the first wave of his line, often filling entire pegs with unsold figures. Despite this, he eventually saw re-release as part of the fourth wave of Premier Edition Deluxes.<br />
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:He was extensively retooled into ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Crowbar#Generations|Crowbar]] and (strangely) [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Generations|Crankcase]].<br />
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[[File:TF-TLK-Turbo-Changer-Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Even if you force back what was lost, it still won't be the way it was."]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (1-Step Turbo Changer, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:*''Japanese release date:'' 2017-[[July 15|07-15]]<br />
:*''Japanese ID number:'' '''TLK-18'''<br />
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:Released in the second wave of 1-Step Turbo-Changers, Berserker changes from a generic version of a Chevrolet Suburban to robot when his spoiler and hood are folded upward. He has articulated shoulders and 5mm compatible ports in his fists. His vehicle mode is a pick-up truck of fictitious origin rather than the Chevy Suburban that his first toy used. Like all ''Last Knight'' 1-Steps, he has a faction symbol hidden in UV-reactive paint to make him interact with the "Cyberfire" gimmick of Mega Turbo Changer [[Dragonstorm#Toys|Dragonstorm]].<br />
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[[File:TLK-toy TTC Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:*''Series'': '''2'''<br />
:*''Bag code'': '''C'''<br />
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:Released in Series 2 of [[Tiny Turbo Changers]], Berserker changes from a robot to a generic version of a Chevrolet Suburban. He features articulated shoulders and hands that can grip [[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]] weapons and other 3mm compatible posts.<br />
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:This mold is also used to make [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Movie Edition|''Movie Edition'' Crankcase]].<br />
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[[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Legion-Class-2-pack-M&B-Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's really more into tearing your limbs off with his bare hands anyway.]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron & Decepticon Berserker''' (Mission to Cybertron 2-pack, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:This Berserker is a redeco of [[Breakdown (WFC)#Cyberverse|''Prime'' Legion Class Breakdown]], transforming from robot into an armored car. The figure retains the [[C joint|3mm sockets]] to attach [[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]-scale weapons, but even though the official promotional images depict him with a black recolor of Breakdown's blaster (the plastic tray inside the packaging is even shaped specifically to accommodate it), the final product does not actually include said weapon.<br />
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:This figure was only available in a two-pack with [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#MtCWalmart2pack|Megatron]], unchanged from the standard ''Last Knight'' Legion Class figure, under the ''Autobots Unite'' subline imprint. This set was ''intended'' to be [[exclusive]] to [[Walmart]] stores in the United States, but although it ''was'' stocked by the Walmart US online store, it supposedly never actually made it to brick and mortar Walmart stores, instead ending up at US discount retailers, primarily Ross stores. Internationally, it was available in Hong Kong (possibly as a non-exclusive general retail release), at Walmart's subsidiary Asda in the United Kingdom, as a Prisma exclusive in Finland, and as a Walmart exclusive in Mexico. It was also listed at the websites of Dutch retailers Bart Smit and Intertoys (owned by the same parent company), but again, it's unsure if it was ever actually released in the Netherlands.<br />
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:This sculpt was also used to make [[Fallback (Prime)#Prime|Fallback]].<br />
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==Notes==<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Dread-Alternate-Concept-Art-01.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Anytime.]]<br />
* According to [[Josh Nizzi]], Berserker was initially planned to use the robot design created by [[Ben Procter]] for [[Overload (ROTF)|Overload]], with concept art produced under the designation "Bezerker".<ref name="Overload">{{citesocial|quote=Face mask design for crazy prison bot. Initially they were talking about using the unused four arm Constructicon design Ben Proctor did for TF2 (which is great). But I guess the character just became more of a quick gag and wasn’t a whole new model.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CEpBBAzDIdS/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2020|month=09|day=03}}</ref> <br />
* Berserker's final design reuses [[Crankcase (DOTM)|Crankcase]]'s model, sporting a new color scheme that originated as part of a set of "anarchist" recolors of the [[Dread (DOTM)|Dreads]], sporting crossed-through Autobot and Decepticon [[insignia]]. This concept art used Crankcase's preproduction name of "Dreadwind", perhaps indicating that the character may have been intended to ''be'' Crankcase at some point.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Anarchist Dreads don't care about your society.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/BZW_tHdjF_g/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2017|month=09|day=23}}</ref><ref>{{citesocial|quote=Last batch of color options for rogue dreads.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CDzo_D_jpQv/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2020|month=08|day=12}}</ref><br />
* Despite his ''very'' limited screen-time (''8.39 seconds'', all of which he spends locked in restraints), he received more toy representation than some of the more prominent Decepticons in the film–including [[Nitro Zeus]], [[Onslaught (ROTF)|Onslaught]], [[Dreadbot]], and [[Mohawk]], with Onslaught and Dreadbot receiving toys or merchandise ''at all'' during the time of ''The Last Knight'''s franchise.<br />
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===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Berserker''' (バーサーカー ''Bāsākā'')<br />
*''Korean:'' '''Berserker''' (버서커 ''Beoseokeo'')<br />
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kuángzhànshì''' (Taiwan, 狂戰士, "Berserker"), '''Kuángbàozhě''' (China, 狂暴者, "Berserker")<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
{{Reflist}}<br />
<br />
[[Category:Animals]]<br />
[[Category:The Last Knight Decepticons]]<br />
[[Category:Wal-Mart exclusives]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Berserker&diff=1730182
Berserker
2023-11-08T00:42:59Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{faction|decepticon}}<br />
:''Berserker is a [[Decepticon]] from [[Transformers: The Last Knight (franchise)|The Last Knight]] portion of the [[live-action film series]] [[continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:Berserker Promo Art.jpg|thumb|right|You can lift 600 pounds? Well I lift up MASTODONS! Huss! Huss!]]<br />
<br />
Possibly the most homicidal Decepticon of all, '''Berserker''' is a seething ball of destructive energy, his lust for violence constant and irrepressible. Anyone and anything that gets in his way is torn to shreds, leading his allies and enemies alike to give him as wide a berth as possible.<br />
<br />
By some miracle, the humans captured Berserker after he left countless bodies in his wake with their flesh sucked dry.<ref>''The Last Knight'' TRF [https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/decepticon-casefiles-roundup-with-the-best-look-yet-at-mowhawk-dreadbot-and-others/38370/ prisoner dossier bios]</ref> He has been constantly struggling against his restraints, spitting out the most graphic threats imaginable, which have led to stronger restraints, which make Berserker even angrier... and the cycle continues. Naturally, [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] wants this antisocial and impulsive maniac back in his ranks, but even he knows it's a tall order. <br />
<br />
{{quote|Yeah, no. No. No. There are limits. Pick again.|[[William Lennox]] to Megatron|''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]''}}<br />
<br />
==Fiction==<br />
===''The Last Knight'' film===<br />
{{voiceactor|uncredited (English), [[Haruo Yamagishi]] (Japanese)|[[Zhang Yaohan]] (Chinese), [[Alessandro Messina]] (Italian), [[Esteban Desco]] (Latin-American Spanish)}}<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Berserker.jpg|left|upright=2|thumb|Guess he didn't put his glasses on.]]<br />
Berserker was among the Decepticons in [[Transformers Reaction Force|T.R.F.'s]] custody. When T.R.F. was negotiating with Megatron, Megatron requested Berserker be one of the Decepticons released from custody to be part of his "crew". Berserker showed his violent temper when his mouth guard was released and he loudly threatened to drink the blood of his human captors. T.R.F. declined the request, claiming Berserker was far too dangerous to be released and that Megatron knew full well that his request was unreasonable. Megatron seemed to care little about the denial and merely settled on [[Onslaught (ROTF)|Onslaught]] instead. {{storylink|Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight}}<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===''The Last Knight''===<br />
{{anchor|TLKDeluxe}}<br />
[[File:TLKDeluxeDecepticonBerserker.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|''My Earthen mode is like a truck! BERSERKER!<br><br />
Would you like some blow stuff up! BERSERKER!<BR><br />
My toy for you is twenty buck! BERSERKER!<BR><br />
Would you like some making truck! BERSERKER!!<BR>''<br />
(Did he just say 'making truck'?)]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (Deluxe Class, [[2017]])}}</ul><br />
:*''Japanese release date'': 2017-[[April 29|04-29]]<br />
:*''Japanese ID number:'' '''TLK-03'''<br />
:*''Accessories:'' 2 spiked weapons<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
<br />
:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (toyline)|The Last Knight]] Premier Edition'' Deluxe Class figures, Berserker changes from a Chevrolet Suburban to robot and back. He includes a pair of spiked weapons which he can hold via [[5 mm post|5mm post]]. They can hang off of his back panel by the small hooks on the handles, and store in the undercarriage of his vehicle mode. His hands also have two thumbs on opposite sides, which is awesome.<br />
<br />
: The vehicle mode kibble on his forearms is not affixed to him and merely pegs into sculpted slots on his arms. This leads to a somewhat weak hold and the kibble parts falling off during conversion. In vehicle mode, several of the tabs meant to hold the outer body together don't fit well, resulting in large gaps. The panels that form the back of the vehicle, in particular, have a tendency to pop out due to excessive pressure. It's best if you start at the front with the panels that tab into his hips and work your way backwards.<br />
<br />
: Berserker was the most commonly-found [[shelfwarmer]] of the first wave of his line, often filling entire pegs with unsold figures. Despite this, he eventually saw re-release as part of the fourth wave of Premier Edition Deluxes.<br />
<br />
:He was extensively retooled into ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Crowbar#Generations|Crowbar]] and (strangely) [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Generations|Crankcase]].<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|1-Step}}<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Turbo-Changer-Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Even if you force back what was lost, it still won't be the way it was."]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (1-Step Turbo Changer, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:*''Japanese release date:'' 2017-[[July 15|07-15]]<br />
:*''Japanese ID number:'' '''TLK-18'''<br />
<br />
:Released in the second wave of 1-Step Turbo-Changers, Berserker changes from a generic version of a Chevrolet Suburban to robot when his spoiler and hood are folded upward. He has articulated shoulders and 5mm compatible ports in his fists. His vehicle mode is a pick-up truck of fictitious origin rather than the Chevy Suburban that his first toy used. Like all ''Last Knight'' 1-Steps, he has a faction symbol hidden in UV-reactive paint to make him interact with the "Cyberfire" gimmick of Mega Turbo Changer [[Dragonstorm#Toys|Dragonstorm]].<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|TinyTurboChanger}}<br />
[[File:TLK-toy TTC Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:*''Series'': '''2'''<br />
:*''Bag code'': '''C'''<br />
<br />
:Released in Series 2 of [[Tiny Turbo Changers]], Berserker changes from a robot to a generic version of a Chevrolet Suburban. He features articulated shoulders and hands that can grip [[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]] weapons and other 3mm compatible posts.<br />
<br />
:This mold is also used to make [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Movie Edition|''Movie Edition'' Crankcase]].<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|MtCWalmart2pack}}<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Legion-Class-2-pack-M&B-Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's really more into tearing your limbs off with his bare hands anyway.]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron & Decepticon Berserker''' (Mission to Cybertron 2-pack, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:This Berserker is a redeco of [[Breakdown (WFC)#Cyberverse|''Prime'' Legion Class Breakdown]], transforming from robot into an armored car. The figure retains the [[C joint|3mm sockets]] to attach [[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]-scale weapons, but even though the official promotional images depict him with a black recolor of Breakdown's blaster (the plastic tray inside the packaging is even shaped specifically to accommodate it), the final product does not actually include said weapon.<br />
<br />
:This figure was only available in a two-pack with [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#MtCWalmart2pack|Megatron]], unchanged from the standard ''Last Knight'' Legion Class figure, under the ''Autobots Unite'' subline imprint. This set was ''intended'' to be [[exclusive]] to [[Walmart]] stores in the United States, but although it ''was'' stocked by the Walmart US online store, it supposedly never actually made it to brick and mortar Walmart stores, instead ending up at US discount retailers, primarily Ross stores. Internationally, it was available in Hong Kong (possibly as a non-exclusive general retail release), at Walmart's subsidiary Asda in the United Kingdom, as a Prisma exclusive in Finland, and as a Walmart exclusive in Mexico. It was also listed at the websites of Dutch retailers Bart Smit and Intertoys (owned by the same parent company), but again, it's unsure if it was ever actually released in the Netherlands.<br />
<br />
:This sculpt was also used to make [[Fallback (Prime)#Prime|Fallback]].<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Dread-Alternate-Concept-Art-01.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Anytime.]]<br />
* According to [[Josh Nizzi]], Berserker was initially planned to use the robot design created by [[Ben Procter]] for [[Overload (ROTF)|Overload]], with concept art produced under the designation "Bezerker".<ref name="Overload">{{citesocial|quote=Face mask design for crazy prison bot. Initially they were talking about using the unused four arm Constructicon design Ben Proctor did for TF2 (which is great). But I guess the character just became more of a quick gag and wasn’t a whole new model.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CEpBBAzDIdS/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2020|month=09|day=03}}</ref> <br />
* Berserker's final design reuses [[Crankcase (DOTM)|Crankcase]]'s model, sporting a new color scheme that originated as part of a set of "anarchist" recolors of the [[Dread (DOTM)|Dreads]], sporting crossed-through Autobot and Decepticon [[insignia]]. This concept art used Crankcase's preproduction name of "Dreadwind", perhaps indicating that the character may have been intended to ''be'' Crankcase at some point.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Anarchist Dreads don't care about your society.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/BZW_tHdjF_g/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2017|month=09|day=23}}</ref><ref>{{citesocial|quote=Last batch of color options for rogue dreads.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CDzo_D_jpQv/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2020|month=08|day=12}}</ref><br />
* Despite his ''very'' limited screen-time (''8.39 seconds'', all of which he spends locked in restraints), he received more toy representation than some of the more prominent Decepticons in the film–including [[Nitro Zeus]], [[Onslaught|Onslaught (ROTF)]], [[Dreadbot]], and [[Mohawk]], with Onslaught and Dreadbot receiving toys or merchandise ''at all'' during the time of ''The Last Knight'''s franchise.<br />
<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Berserker''' (バーサーカー ''Bāsākā'')<br />
*''Korean:'' '''Berserker''' (버서커 ''Beoseokeo'')<br />
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kuángzhànshì''' (Taiwan, 狂戰士, "Berserker"), '''Kuángbàozhě''' (China, 狂暴者, "Berserker")<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
{{Reflist}}<br />
<br />
[[Category:Animals]]<br />
[[Category:The Last Knight Decepticons]]<br />
[[Category:Wal-Mart exclusives]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Berserker&diff=1730181
Berserker
2023-11-08T00:42:06Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{faction|decepticon}}<br />
:''Berserker is a [[Decepticon]] from [[Transformers: The Last Knight (franchise)|The Last Knight]] portion of the [[live-action film series]] [[continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:Berserker Promo Art.jpg|thumb|right|You can lift 600 pounds? Well I lift up MASTODONS! Huss! Huss!]]<br />
<br />
Possibly the most homicidal Decepticon of all, '''Berserker''' is a seething ball of destructive energy, his lust for violence constant and irrepressible. Anyone and anything that gets in his way is torn to shreds, leading his allies and enemies alike to give him as wide a berth as possible.<br />
<br />
By some miracle, the humans captured Berserker after he left countless bodies in his wake with their flesh sucked dry.<ref>''The Last Knight'' TRF [https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/decepticon-casefiles-roundup-with-the-best-look-yet-at-mowhawk-dreadbot-and-others/38370/ prisoner dossier bios]</ref> He has been constantly struggling against his restraints, spitting out the most graphic threats imaginable, which have led to stronger restraints, which make Berserker even angrier... and the cycle continues. Naturally, [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] wants this antisocial and impulsive maniac back in his ranks, but even he knows it's a tall order. <br />
<br />
{{quote|Yeah, no. No. No. There are limits. Pick again.|[[William Lennox]] to Megatron|''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]''}}<br />
<br />
==Fiction==<br />
===''The Last Knight'' film===<br />
{{voiceactor|uncredited (English), [[Haruo Yamagishi]] (Japanese)|[[Zhang Yaohan]] (Chinese), [[Alessandro Messina]] (Italian), [[Esteban Desco]] (Latin-American Spanish)}}<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Berserker.jpg|left|upright=2|thumb|Guess he didn't put his glasses on.]]<br />
Berserker was among the Decepticons in [[Transformers Reaction Force|T.R.F.'s]] custody. When T.R.F. was negotiating with Megatron, Megatron requested Berserker be one of the Decepticons released from custody to be part of his "crew". Berserker showed his violent temper when his mouth guard was released and he loudly threatened to drink the blood of his human captors. T.R.F. declined the request, claiming Berserker was far too dangerous to be released and that Megatron knew full well that his request was unreasonable. Megatron seemed to care little about the denial and merely settled on [[Onslaught (ROTF)|Onslaught]] instead. {{storylink|Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight}}<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===''The Last Knight''===<br />
{{anchor|TLKDeluxe}}<br />
[[File:TLKDeluxeDecepticonBerserker.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|''My Earthen mode is like a truck! BERSERKER!<br><br />
Would you like some blow stuff up! BERSERKER!<BR><br />
My toy for you is twenty buck! BERSERKER!<BR><br />
Would you like some making truck! BERSERKER!!<BR>''<br />
(Did he just say 'making truck'?)]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (Deluxe Class, [[2017]])}}</ul><br />
:*''Japanese release date'': 2017-[[April 29|04-29]]<br />
:*''Japanese ID number:'' '''TLK-03'''<br />
:*''Accessories:'' 2 spiked weapons<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
<br />
:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (toyline)|The Last Knight]] Premier Edition'' Deluxe Class figures, Berserker changes from a Chevrolet Suburban to robot and back. He includes a pair of spiked weapons which he can hold via [[5 mm post|5mm post]]. They can hang off of his back panel by the small hooks on the handles, and store in the undercarriage of his vehicle mode. His hands also have two thumbs on opposite sides, which is awesome.<br />
<br />
: The vehicle mode kibble on his forearms is not affixed to him and merely pegs into sculpted slots on his arms. This leads to a somewhat weak hold and the kibble parts falling off during conversion. In vehicle mode, several of the tabs meant to hold the outer body together don't fit well, resulting in large gaps. The panels that form the back of the vehicle, in particular, have a tendency to pop out due to excessive pressure. It's best if you start at the front with the panels that tab into his hips and work your way backwards.<br />
<br />
: Berserker was the most commonly-found [[shelfwarmer]] of the first wave of his line, often filling entire pegs with unsold figures. Despite this, he eventually saw re-release as part of the fourth wave of Premier Edition Deluxes.<br />
<br />
:He was extensively retooled into ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Crowbar#Generations|Crowbar]] and (strangely) [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Generations|Crankcase]].<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|1-Step}}<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Turbo-Changer-Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"Even if you force back what was lost, it still won't be the way it was."]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (1-Step Turbo Changer, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:*''Japanese release date:'' 2017-[[July 15|07-15]]<br />
:*''Japanese ID number:'' '''TLK-18'''<br />
<br />
:Released in the second wave of 1-Step Turbo-Changers, Berserker changes from a generic version of a Chevrolet Suburban to robot when his spoiler and hood are folded upward. He has articulated shoulders and 5mm compatible ports in his fists. His vehicle mode is a pick-up truck of fictitious origin rather than the Chevy Suburban that his first toy used. Like all ''Last Knight'' 1-Steps, he has a faction symbol hidden in UV-reactive paint to make him interact with the "Cyberfire" gimmick of Mega Turbo Changer [[Dragonstorm#Toys|Dragonstorm]].<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|TinyTurboChanger}}<br />
[[File:TLK-toy TTC Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Berserker''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:*''Series'': '''2'''<br />
:*''Bag code'': '''C'''<br />
<br />
:Released in Series 2 of [[Tiny Turbo Changers]], Berserker changes from a robot to a generic version of a Chevrolet Suburban. He features articulated shoulders and hands that can grip [[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]] weapons and other 3mm compatible posts.<br />
<br />
:This mold is also used to make [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Movie Edition|''Movie Edition'' Crankcase]].<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|MtCWalmart2pack}}<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Legion-Class-2-pack-M&B-Berserker.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's really more into tearing your limbs off with his bare hands anyway.]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron & Decepticon Berserker''' (Mission to Cybertron 2-pack, 2017)}}</ul><br />
:This Berserker is a redeco of [[Breakdown (WFC)#Cyberverse|''Prime'' Legion Class Breakdown]], transforming from robot into an armored car. The figure retains the [[C joint|3mm sockets]] to attach [[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]-scale weapons, but even though the official promotional images depict him with a black recolor of Breakdown's blaster (the plastic tray inside the packaging is even shaped specifically to accommodate it), the final product does not actually include said weapon.<br />
<br />
:This figure was only available in a two-pack with [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#MtCWalmart2pack|Megatron]], unchanged from the standard ''Last Knight'' Legion Class figure, under the ''Autobots Unite'' subline imprint. This set was ''intended'' to be [[exclusive]] to [[Walmart]] stores in the United States, but although it ''was'' stocked by the Walmart US online store, it supposedly never actually made it to brick and mortar Walmart stores, instead ending up at US discount retailers, primarily Ross stores. Internationally, it was available in Hong Kong (possibly as a non-exclusive general retail release), at Walmart's subsidiary Asda in the United Kingdom, as a Prisma exclusive in Finland, and as a Walmart exclusive in Mexico. It was also listed at the websites of Dutch retailers Bart Smit and Intertoys (owned by the same parent company), but again, it's unsure if it was ever actually released in the Netherlands.<br />
<br />
:This sculpt was also used to make [[Fallback (Prime)#Prime|Fallback]].<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
[[File:TF-TLK-Dread-Alternate-Concept-Art-01.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Anytime.]]<br />
* According to [[Josh Nizzi]], Berserker was initially planned to use the robot design created by [[Ben Procter]] for [[Overload (ROTF)|Overload]], with concept art produced under the designation "Bezerker".<ref name="Overload">{{citesocial|quote=Face mask design for crazy prison bot. Initially they were talking about using the unused four arm Constructicon design Ben Proctor did for TF2 (which is great). But I guess the character just became more of a quick gag and wasn’t a whole new model.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CEpBBAzDIdS/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2020|month=09|day=03}}</ref> <br />
* Berserker's final design reuses [[Crankcase (DOTM)|Crankcase]]'s model, sporting a new color scheme that originated as part of a set of "anarchist" recolors of the [[Dread (DOTM)|Dreads]], sporting crossed-through Autobot and Decepticon [[insignia]]. This concept art used Crankcase's preproduction name of "Dreadwind", perhaps indicating that the character may have been intended to ''be'' Crankcase at some point.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Anarchist Dreads don't care about your society.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/BZW_tHdjF_g/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2017|month=09|day=23}}</ref><ref>{{citesocial|quote=Last batch of color options for rogue dreads.|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/CDzo_D_jpQv/|name=Josh Nizzi|site=Instagram|year=2020|month=08|day=12}}</ref><br />
* Despite his ''very'' limited screen-time (''8.39 seconds'', all of which he spends locked in restraints), he received more toy representation than some of the more prominent Decepticons in the film–including [[Nitro Zeus]], [[Onslaught]], [[Dreadbot]], and [[Mohawk]], with Onslaught and Dreadbot receiving toys or merchandise ''at all'' during the time of ''The Last Knight'''s franchise.<br />
<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Berserker''' (バーサーカー ''Bāsākā'')<br />
*''Korean:'' '''Berserker''' (버서커 ''Beoseokeo'')<br />
*''Mandarin:'' '''Kuángzhànshì''' (Taiwan, 狂戰士, "Berserker"), '''Kuángbàozhě''' (China, 狂暴者, "Berserker")<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
{{Reflist}}<br />
<br />
[[Category:Animals]]<br />
[[Category:The Last Knight Decepticons]]<br />
[[Category:Wal-Mart exclusives]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Generations_Selects_(toyline)&diff=1723773
Generations Selects (toyline)
2023-09-30T00:37:12Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{nav-gs}}<br />
[[File:TF-Generations-Selects-Decepticon-Exhaust-Box.jpg|thumb|upright=2.1]]<br />
Debuting in [[2019]], '''''Generations Selects''''' is a series of exclusive figures sold mainly through online retailers, intersecting multiple thematic sublines of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]''. The line consists of special edition redecoes and retools of ''Generations'' figures, packaged in brown cardboard mailer boxes broadly similar to the late [[Transformers Collectors' Club|TFCC]] [[Transformers Figure Subscription Service|Figure Subscription Service]].<br />
<br />
As with other ''Transformers'' lines from [[2018]] onward, Hasbro and TakaraTomy attempt to make ''Generations Selects'' equally available to fans in each other's primary market. U.S. and Canadian fans (except in Québec) can purchase Takara ''Selects'' figures from [[Hasbro Pulse]] while Japanese fans can purchase some Hasbro ''Selects'' figures from [[TakaraTomy Mall]].<br />
<br />
{{TOCclear}}<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===Hasbro===<br />
Hasbro announced the ''Generations Selects'' branding in late 2018, with Ricochet and Red Swoop as the nominal debut figures for the line. However, the first figure to reach fans wound up being Combat Megatron, who was made available for order concurrently with New York [[Toy Fair 2019]]. Packaged in robot mode, Hasbro's ''Selects'' figures have no price markup compared to regular retail figures. [[Hasbro Pulse]] debuts ''Generations Selects'' figures for the U.S. and Canadian markets while fans in Hasbro's other markets must resort to various physical or online retailers, with the only exclusive being [[Red Wing#Generations|Decepticon Red Wing]] to the [[Target]] website (though he was eventually rereleased to other online retailers in 2020).<br />
<br />
Following Ricochet and Red Swoop, who featured a [[Halo of Primus]] design on their packaging and were explicitly labeled as ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' by their instructions, the line transitioned to a new standard packaging design featuring the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' logo. [[2019]]'s releases were labeled as belonging to the ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' portion of the trilogy by their instruction booklets, while in [[2020]], instruction sheets used the ''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]'' installment's graphic design elements, but not the logo itself (except [[Hot House (facility)#Generations|Hot House]], for reasons unclear). The Spy Patrol set was also [[:File:ToyFair2020-HasbroSlideShow11.jpg|labeled]] as part of ''Earthrise'' during the [[Toy Fair 2020]] presentation. [[Deep Cover#Generations|Deep Cover]] and [[Ramjet (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Ramjet]] were released during ''Kingdom'' and feature the new-for-2021 cardboard packaging tray, but retain the ''Earthrise'' instructions graphics.<br />
<br />
For ''Legacy'', the line's packaging was given a new look, keeping the brown card box, monochrome black printing, and seal sticker, but now giving each release a unique schematic line-art illustration of the toy within, in a similar style to Takara's previous ''Selects'' packaging (see [[#TakaraTomy|below]]).<br />
<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Ricochet (Headmasters)#Generations Selects|Ricochet]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Swoop (G1)/toys#POTPGS|Dinobot Red Swoop]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]</u><br />
{{Bp-d2|WFC-GS01 [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#GS01|Combat Megatron]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|WFC-GS02 [[Red Wing#Toys|Decepticon Red Wing]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|WFC-GS03 [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#GS03|Galactic Man Shockwave]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS04 [[Cromar#Generations Selects|Powerdasher Cromar]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS05 [[Lancer#Toys|Autobot Lancer]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS06 [[Smokescreen (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Smokescreen]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|WFC-GS07 [[Nightbird (G1)#Generations Selects|Nightbird]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS08 [[Zetar (G1)#Generations Selects|Powerdasher Zetar]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS09 [[Hot Shot (G1)#Generations Selects|Hot Shot]]}}<br />
{{Bp-merc|TT-GS12 [[Soundblaster (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Soundblaster]]<br>(TakaraTomy import)}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=3|[[File:GS-toy RedWing.jpg|thumb|250px|Voyager Class Red Wing]][[File:TF-Generations-Selects-Black-Zarak.jpg|thumb|250px|Titan Class Black Zarak]]<br />
|-<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''''[[War for Cybertron: Earthrise|Earthrise]]''</u><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|WFC-GS10 Soundwave Spy Patrol 3rd Unit<br>([[Wingthing (G1)#Generations Selects|Decepticon Wingthing]], [[Frenzy (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Decepticon Frenzy]], [[Skar (G1)#Generations Selects|Decepticon Skar]] & [[Knok#Generations Selects|Autobot/Decepticon Knok]])}}<br />
{{Bp-merc|WFC-GS11 [[Exhaust#Generations Selects|Decepticon Exhaust]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|WFC-GS12 [[Greasepit (facility)#Generations Selects|Greasepit]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS13 [[Hubcap (G1)#Generations Selects|Hubcap]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d2|WFC-GS14 [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#GS14|Megatron]]<br>(''Generation 2'' deco)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS15 [[Hot House (facility)#Generations Selects|Hot House]]}}<br />
{{Bp-merc|WFC-GS16 [[Bug Bite (G1)#Generations Selects|Bug Bite]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{bp-sa|WFC-GS17 [[Optimus Prime (SG)#Generations Selects|Shattered Glass Optimus Prime]] & [[Ratchet (SG)#Generations Selects|Shattered Glass Ratchet]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS18 [[Tigertrack#Generations Selects|Autobot Tigertrack]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS19 [[Rotorstorm (G1)#Generations Selects|Rotorstorm]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS20 [[Cordon (G1)#Generations Selects|Cordon]] & [[Spin-Out (G1)#Generations Selects|Autobot Spin-Out]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{Bp-d2|WFC-GS21 [[Sandstorm (G2)#Generations Selects|Decepticon Sandstorm]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|WFC-GS22 [[Black Roritchi#Generations Selects|Black Roritchi]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS23 [[Deep Cover#Generations Selects|Deep Cover]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d2|WFC-GS24 [[Ramjet (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Ramjet]]<br>(''Generation 2'' deco)}}<br />
|-<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]''</u><br />
{{Bp-m1|WFC-GS25 [[Transmutate (BW)#Generations Selects|Transmutate]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|WFC-GS26 [[Artfire#Generations Selects|Artfire]] & [[Nightstick (Headmasters)#Generations Selects|Nightstick]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|WFC-GS27 [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Galvatron]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]''</u><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Scorponok (G1)#Generations Selects|Black Zarak]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Lift-Ticket (Diaclone)#Generations Selects|Lift-Ticket]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[DK-2 Guard]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Cyclonus (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Cyclonus]] & [[Nightstick (G1)#Generations Selects|Nightstick]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Breaker (G1)#Generations Selects|DK-3 Breaker]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy: Evolution]]''</u><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Magnificus (G1)#Generations Selects|Magnificus]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Guardian robot#Generations Selects|Guardian Robot]] & [[Lunar-Tread#Generations Selects|Lunar-Tread]]}}<br />
{{Bp-p1|[[Antagony (BW)#Generations Selects|Antagony]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
<br />
===TakaraTomy===<br />
[[File:TF-Generations-Selects-TT-Volcanicus-Box.jpg|thumb|200px|Volcanicus (box)]]<br />
TakaraTomy's '''''Generation Selects''''' {{sic}} figures succeed the niche of the previous [[2014]] to [[2019]] ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' and ''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' series, featuring uniquely extensive retooling and higher-budget paint operations for accuracy to each character's era of origin in the [[Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]. Additionally, the Japanese version of ''Generations Selects'' features a heavy emphasis on [[combiner]] teams, a feature noticeably absent from the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (franchise)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' toyline. Due to the ''Transformers'' market in Japan being smaller and shrinking, Takara's turnout of ''Selects'' figures is smaller compared to ''Legends'' and ''Unite Warriors''. As with those lines, Takara's figures are packaged in alternate mode.<br />
<br />
As per brand unification, [[Hasbro Pulse]] releases the TakaraTomy-made figures with no changes save for a black packaging sleeve labeled in English. Soundblaster's ''Selects'' branding is unique to Hasbro Pulse's release, with the original TakaraTomy release being part of ''Siege''.<br />
<br />
At the beginning of the series release, TakaraTomy declined the usual trend of assigning ID numbers to their ''Selects'' releases. By contrast, Hasbro Pulse labels each Takara ''Selects'' release distinctly from Hasbro ''Selects'' figures on their pre-order page.<br />
<br />
However, in ''Transformers Generations 2021'', TakaraTomy gave Super Megatron the ID number TT-GS09 and assigned other numbers to subsequent items in order, thus making TakaraTomy's ID numbers different from Hasbro Pulse's. <br />
As for the numbers between TT-GS01 and TT-GS08, TakaraTomy does not specify which items correspond to each number.<br />
<ul><br />
{| class="wikitable sortable"<br />
|-<br />
! Release Date !! TakaraTomy's ID !! Hasbro Pulse's ID !! Item<br />
|rowspan=11|[[File:TF-Generations-Selects-Star-Convoy.jpg|250px]]<br><center>Leader Class Star Convoy</center><br />
|-<br />
| [[September 7]], 2019<ref name=TTzetarandNightbrid>[https://twitter.com/takaratomytoys/status/1164900347501899776 Tweet by TakaraTomy's official account]</ref> || - || - || {{Bp-a1|[[Zetar (G1)#Generations|Powerdasher Zeta]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[September 7]], 2019<ref name=TTzetarandNightbrid /> || - || - || {{Bp-d1|[[Nightbird (G1)#Generations Selects|Nightbird]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[September 28]], 2019 || - || TT-GS01 || {{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Generations Selects|Star Convoy]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[September 28]], 2019 || - || - || {{Bp-a1|[[Smokescreen (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Smokescreen]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[January 25]], 2020 || - || TT-GS03 || {{Bp-d1|[[Turtler#Generations Selects|Seacons Turtler]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[January 25]], 2020 || - || TT-GS04 || {{Bp-d1|[[Gulf#Generations Selects|Seacons Gulf]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[February 29]], 2020 || - || TT-GS02 || {{Bp-d1|[[Kraken#Generations Selects|Seacons Kraken]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[February 29]], 2020 || - || TT-GS06 || {{Bp-d1|[[Lobclaw#Generations Selects|Seacons Lobclow]] {{sic}}}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[March 28]], 2020 || - || TT-GS07 || {{Bp-d1|[[Overbite (Masterforce)#Generations Selects|Seacons Overbite]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[March 28]], 2020 || - || TT-GS08 || {{Bp-d1|[[Tentakil (Masterforce)#Generations Selects|Seacons Tentakil]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[September 26]], 2020 || TT-GS09 || TT-GS09 || {{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#SuperMegatron|Super Megatron]]}}<br />
|rowspan=10|[[File:TF-Generations-Selects-God-Neptune.jpg|250px]]<br><center>God Neptune</center><br />
|-<br />
| [[October 31]], 2020 || TT-GS10 || TT-GS10 || {{Bp-p1|[[God Neptune#Generations Selects|God Neptune]] ([[Coelagon#Generations Selects|Coelagon]], [[Halfshell#Generations Selects|Halfshell]], [[Scylla#Generations Selects|Skyulle]], [[Sea Phantom#Generations Selects|Sea Phantom]], [[Terrormander#Generations Selects|Terrormander]])}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[February 27]], [[2021]] || TT-GS11 || TT-GS11 || {{Bp-a1|[[Volcanicus (POTP)#Generations Selects|Volcanicus]] ([[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Grimlock]], [[Sludge (G1)#Generations Selects|Sludge]], [[Slag (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Slag]], [[Snarl (G1)#Generations Selects|Snarl]], [[Swoop (G1)/toys#GSgiftset|Swoop]])}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[April 17]], 2021 || TT-GS12 || TT-GS05 || {{Bp-d1|[[Abominus (G1)#Generations Selects|Abominus]] ([[Sinnertwin (G1)#Generations Selects|Sinnertwin]], [[Blot (G1)#Generations Selects|Butto]], [[Rippersnapper (G1)#Generations Selects|Rippersnapper]], [[Cutthroat (G1)#Generations Selects|Cutthroat]], [[Hun-Gurrr (G1)#Generations Selects|Hun-Gurrr]])}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[December 29]], 2021 || - || - || {{Bp-d2|[[Ramjet (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Ramjet]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[March 26]], 2022 || - || - || {{Bp-d1|[[Scorponok (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Black Zarak]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[March 26]], 2022 || - || - || {{Bp-a1|[[Artfire#Generations Selects|Artfire]] & [[Nightstick (Headmasters)#Generations Selects|Nightstick]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[March 26]], 2022 || - || - || {{Bp-d1|[[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Galvatron]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[June 25]], 2022 || - || - || {{Bp-a1|[[Lift-Ticket (Diaclone)#Generations Selects|Lift Ticket]]}}<br />
|-<br />
| [[May]] 2023 || - || - || {{Bp-d1|[[Magnificus#Generations Selects|Magnificus]]}}<br />
|}</ul><br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
*Shortly before the inception of ''Generations Selects'', Hasbro seems to have tested the concept of "special edition" Deluxe Class figures in boxed packaging with ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' [[Arcee (G1)/toys#Titans Return|Arcee]] and [[Grotusque#Generations|Grotusque]], followed up by ''[[Prime Wars Trilogy]]'' [[Blast Off (G1)/toys#PWTSE|Blast Off]], [[Repugnus (G1)#PWTSE|Repugnus]], and [[Punch (G1)#Power of the Primes|Punch-Counterpunch]].<br />
<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''''Generation Selects''''' (ジェネレーションセレクト ''Jenerēshon Serekuto'')<ref>TakaraTomy does not use this Japanese spelling very often, instead straight-up inserting the untranslated all-caps English phrase "GENERATION SELECTS" into Japanese text.</ref><br />
*''Mandarin'': '''''Biànxíng Jīngāng Shìdài Jīngxuǎn Xìliè''''' (變形金剛世代精選系列, "Transformers Generations Selects Series"), '''''Biànxíng Jīngāng Shìdài Xìliè Jīngxuǎn''''' (變形金剛世代系列精選, "Transformers Generations Series Selects")<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
*[https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/products/tf_gs ''Generations Selects''] at the TakaraTomy website<br />
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[[Category:Beast Wars toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Exclusive toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Generation 1 toylines]]<br />
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LOGIC
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Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)
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The '''''Transformers: Rise of the Beasts''''' toyline coincides with the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|seventh film]] in the [[live-action film series]]. Much like the merchandising for ''[[Transformers: Bumblebee (toyline)|Bumblebee]]'', the film's self-titled toyline is focused on kid-oriented products, with the collector-targeted figures released instead as part of the ongoing ''[[Studio Series]]'' line, co-branded with the film's title.<br />
<br />
==Hasbro ''Rise of the Beasts'' toyline==<br />
==="Core" figures===<br />
Labeled by store listings as "Core Boys" products (not to be confused with the Core [[size class]] seen in other toylines), these figures use the traditional Deluxe and Voyager size classes but without the "premium collector product" approach of ''Studio Series'', akin to the Deluxe Class offerings in the recent ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]'' and ''[[Transformers: EarthSpark (toyline)|EarthSpark]]'' toylines, and were based on early film concept art due to time constraints<ref>[https://news.tfw2005.com/2023/07/28/sdcc-2023-hasbro-show-floor-qa-legacy-studio-series-video-games-more-488215 SDCC 2023 Hasbro Show Floor Q&A – Legacy, Studio Series, Video Games, More!]</ref>. The Core figures' distribution differed depending on country, with the USA getting the Deluxes exclusively in two [[Target]] box sets (see below) and relatively sparse shipments of the Voyager waves through regular retail channels, while everywhere else had normal distribution comprised of individually packaged figures. Additionally, the Core line was not offered through the usual large online retailers such as [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] for reasons unknown.<br />
<br />
;Deluxe Class<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Airazor (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Airazor]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Rise of the Beasts 2|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Cheetor]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Mirage (Movie)#Rise of the Beasts|Autobot Mirage]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Nightbird (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Nightbird]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Wheeljack (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Wheeljack]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|[[File:TF-ROTB-Mainline-Deluxe-Class-Airazor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|"Core" Deluxe Class Airazor]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
;Voyager Class<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Rise of the Beasts|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Rhinox (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===Beast Alliance===<br />
The "Beast Alliance" subline focuses on gearing up characters using beast partner figures that transform into weapons or armor. The Beast Battle Master and Battle Changer assortments offer individual beasts and allies, while the more expensive Beast Weaponizer and Beast Combiner pricepoints pack together a figure with a beast partner.<br />
<br />
====Beast Battle Masters====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#Beast Alliance|Cheetor]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Rhinox (ROTB)#Beast Alliance|Rhinox]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Skullcruncher (ROTB)#Toys|Skullcruncher]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Battlemaster|Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Airazor (ROTB)#Battlemaster|Airazor]]}}<br />
<br />
|[[File:ROTBtoy-BattleMasterRhinox.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|''Beast Alliance'' Battle Master Rhinox]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
====Battle Changers====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Beast Alliance|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Beast Alliance|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Rhinox (ROTB)#BattleChanger|Rhinox]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Mirage (Movie)#BattleChanger|Autobot Mirage]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Scourge (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Scourge]]}}<br />
<br />
|[[File:TF-ROTB-Battle-Changers-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|''Beast Alliance'' Battle Changer Optimus Prime]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
====Beast Weaponizers====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Beast Alliance|Optimus Primal]] & [[Arrowstripe#Toys|Arrowstripe]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BeastWeaponizer|Optimus Prime]] & [[Chainclaw (ROTB)#Toys|Chainclaw]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Wheeljack (ROTB)#BeastWeaponizer|Wheeljack]] & [[Rhinox (ROTB)#BeastWeaponizer|Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Arcee (Movie)#BeastWeaponizer|Arcee]] & [[Cheetor (ROTB)#BeastWeaponizer|Cheetor]]}}<br />
<br />
|[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastWeaponizersOptimusPrimalArrowstripe.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.6|''Beast Alliance'' Beast Weaponizer Optimus Primal & Arrowstripe]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
====Beast Combiners====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeastCombiner|Bumblebee]] & [[Snarlsaber#Toys|Snarlsaber]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Arcee (Movie)#Rise of the Beasts|Arcee]] & [[Silverfang#Toys|Silverfang]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#BeastCombiner|Optimus Primal]] & [[Skullcruncher (ROTB)#BeastCombiner|Skullcruncher]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Scourge (ROTB)#BeastCombiner|Scourge]] & [[Scorponok (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Predacon Scorponok]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BeastCombiner|Optimus Prime]] & [[Lionblade#Toys|Lionblade]]}}<br />
<br />
|[[File:TF-ROTB-Beast-Combiners-Bumblebee-and-Snarlsaber.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|''Beast Alliance'' Beast Combiner Bumblebee & Snarlsaber]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===Autobots Unite===<br />
Drawing upon molds created for the ''Bumblebee'' toyline, the "Autobots Unite" subline features vehicular characters who can be propelled in alt-mode by an "energon core" motor, packaged with the larger Spark Changer products. Much of the line is unchanged re-releases.<br />
<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Spark Racers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Barricade (Movie)/toys#Rise of the Beasts|Barricade]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Autobots Unite|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Autobots Unite|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Spark Chargers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Battletrap (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Battletrap]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SparkCharger|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Autobots Unite|Megatron]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Larger toys'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Rise Of The Beasts|Starscream]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#ROTBNitro|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|[[File:EnergonIgnitersSpeedBarricade.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|''Autobots Unite'' Barricade]]<br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===Various toys===<br />
The remainder of the ''Rise of the Beasts'' toyline comprises a variety of products not branded as part of any larger subline, including a number of robot-to-roleplay-accessory items, Flex and Smash Changers with transformation gimmicks, electronic Beast Mode figures, and the standard Titan Changers assortment.<br />
====2-in-1 roleplay items====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Blaster'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Blaster|Optimus Prime Blaster]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Masks'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Mask|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#2-in-1 roleplay|Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
|[[File:ROTBtoy-2in1maskOptimusPrimal.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.6|2-in-1 Mask Optimus Primal]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===="Novelty conversion" toys====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Flex Changers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#FlexChangers|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#FlexChangers|Cheetor]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Nightbird (ROTB)#FlexChangers|Nightbird]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Smash Changers wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#SmashChangers|Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#SmashChangers|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Smash Changers wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Rhinox (ROTB)#SmashChangers|Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Command and Convert'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#CommandAndConvert|Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|[[File:ROTBtoy-SmashChangersOptimusPrimal.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.6|Smash Changers Optimus Primal]]<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
<br />
====Other toys====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Beast Mode'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeastMode|Beast Mode Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BeastMode|Beast Mode Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Titan Changers wave 1'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#TitanChanger|Cheetor]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Movie)/toys#ROTBTitanChanger|Megatron]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#ROTBTitanChanger|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Titan Changers wave 2'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#ROTBTitanChanger|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Scourge (ROTB)#TitanChanger|Scourge]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|[[File:TF-Authentic-Titan-Changers-Cheetor.jpeg|thumb|upright=1.6|Titan Changer Cheetor]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Exclusives===<br />
Please note that the channels of release listed for toys below refer to the United States.<br />
{{toystub}}<br />
<br />
====''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]''====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Jungle Mission 3-Packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Cheetor]], [[Nightbird (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Nightbird]], and [[Wheeljack (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Wheeljack]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Airazor (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Airazor]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#JM|Bumblebee]], and [[Mirage (Movie)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Autobot Mirage]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Beast Weaponizers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-p1|[[Scorponok (ROTB)#BuzzworthyBumblebee|Predacon Scorponok]] & [[Sandspear#BuzzworthyBumblebee|Sandspear]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Smash Changers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Scourge (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Scourge]]}}<br />
|<br />
<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
==''Generations''==<br />
===''Studio Series''===<br />
{{nav-studio}}<br />
Following the pattern established by its predecessor ''[[Transformers: Bumblebee (toyline)|Bumblebee]]'', the collector-focused toys in the ''Rise of the Beasts'' line were produced under the umbrella of the evergreen ''Studio Series'' collector toyline of movie product. All toys branded as ''Rise of the Beasts'' tie-ins are listed below.<br />
<br />
;Core Class<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 5'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Arcee (Movie)#SSCore|Arcee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Freezer#Studio Series|Terrorcon Freezer]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 8'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Noah Díaz#Toys|Noah Díaz Exo-Suit]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Novakane#Toys|Terrorcon Novakane]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|}<br />
<br />
;Deluxe Class<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 19'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|97 [[Airazor (ROTB)#Studio Series|Airazor]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|100 [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS100|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 22'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|104 [[Nightbird (ROTB)#SS104|Nightbird]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|105 [[Mirage (Movie)#Studio Series|Mirage]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|}<br />
<br />
;Voyager Class<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 19'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|98 [[Cheetor (ROTB)#Studio Series|Cheetor]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|99 [[Battletrap (ROTB)#Studio Series|Battletrap]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 20'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|103 [[Rhinox (ROTB)#Studio Series|Rhinox]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|102BB [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BBROTB|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|}<br />
<br />
;Leader Class<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 11'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|101 [[Scourge (ROTB)#Studio Series|Scourge]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 13'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|106 [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Studio Series|Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
<br />
==TakaraTomy==<br />
===''Beast Kakusei''===<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Papapatto Change'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BPC-01 [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#SmashChangers|Papapatto Change Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|BPC-02 [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#SmashChangers|Papapatto Change Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2''' ([[August 5]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BPC-03 [[Rhinox (ROTB)#SmashChangers|Papapatto Change Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 2}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Kakusei Weapon'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BW-01 [[Cheetor (ROTB)#Beast Alliance|Kakusei Weapon Cheetor]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|BW-02 [[Rhinox (ROTB)#Beast Alliance|Kakusei Weapon Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2''' ([[May 27]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|BW-03 [[Skullcruncher (ROTB)#Rise_of_the_Beasts|Kakusei Weapon Skullcruncher]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3''' ([[July 15]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BW-04 [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Battlemaster|Kakusei Weapon Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 4''' ([[October 28]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BW-05 [[Airazor (ROTB)#Battlemaster|Kakusei Weapon Airazor]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 3}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Kakusei Change'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BC-01 [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Beast Alliance|Kakusei Change Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|BC-02 [[Rhinox (ROTB)#BattleChanger|Kakusei Change Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2''' ([[May 27]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BC-03 [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Beast Alliance|Kakusei Change Bumblebee]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3''' ([[July 15]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BC-04 [[Mirage (Movie)#BattleChanger|Kakusei Change Mirage]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 4''' ([[October 28]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BC-05 [[Scourge (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Kakusei Change Scourge]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 3}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Kakusei Change Set'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BCS-01 Kakusei Change Set [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Beast Alliance|Optimus Primal]] & [[Arrowstripe#Rise of the Beasts|Arrowstripe]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1m1|BCS-02 Kakusei Change Set [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BeastWeaponizer|Optimus Prime]] & [[Chainclaw (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Chainclaw]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2''' ([[July 15]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|BCS-03 Kakusei Change Set [[Wheeljack (ROTB)#BeastWeaponizer|Wheeljack]] & [[Rhinox (ROTB)#BeastWeaponizer|Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3''' ([[October 28]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|BCS-04 Kakusei Change Set [[Arcee (Movie)#BeastWeaponizer|Arcee]] & [[Cheetor (ROTB)#BeastWeaponizer|Cheetor]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 2}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Kakusei Change Armor Set'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|BCAS-01 Kakusei Change Armor Set [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeastCombiner|Bumblebee]] & [[Snarlsaber#Rise of the Beasts|Snarlsaber]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1m1|BCAS-02 Kakusei Change Armor Set [[Arcee (Movie)#Rise of the Beasts|Arcee]] & [[Silverfang#Rise of the Beasts|Silverfang]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2''' ([[June 24]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BCAS-03 Kakusei Change Armor Set [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#BeastCombiner|Optimus Primal]] & [[Skullcruncher (ROTB)#BeastCombiner|Skullcruncher]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3''' ([[July 15]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|BCAS-04 Kakusei Change Armor Set [[Scourge (ROTB)#BeastCombiner|Scourge]] & [[Scorponok (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Scorponok]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 4''' ([[October 28]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1m1|BCAS-05 Kakusei Change Armor Set [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BeastCombiner|Optimus Prime]] & [[Lionblade#Toys|Lionblade]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 3}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Kurutto Change'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BKC-01 [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#FlexChangers|Kurutto Change Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|BKC-02 [[Nightbird (ROTB)#FlexChangers|Kurutto Change Nightbird]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2''' ([[June 24]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BKC-03 [[Cheetor (ROTB)#FlexChangers|Kurutto Change Cheetor]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Deluxe Class'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BD-01 [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Rise of the Beasts 2|Deluxe Class Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|BD-02 [[Cheetor (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Deluxe Class Cheetor]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2'''</u> ([[May 27]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BD-03 [[Airazor (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Deluxe Class Airazor]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3'''</u> ([[July 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|BD-04 [[Nightbird (ROTB)#3packsingle|Deluxe Class Nightbird]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|BD-05 [[Wheeljack (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Deluxe Class Wheeljack]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 4'''</u> ([[October 28]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BD-06 [[Mirage (Movie)#Rise of the Beasts|Deluxe Class Mirage]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 3}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Voyager Class'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[June 24]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BV-01 [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Rise of the Beasts|Voyager Class Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|BV-02 [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Voyager Class Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3'''</u> ([[October 28]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|BV-03 [[Rhinox (ROTB)#Rise of the Beasts|Voyager Class Rhinox]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Beast Power'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1'''</u> ([[July 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|BP-01 [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeastMode|Beast Power Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|BP-02 [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BeastMode|Beast Power Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
'''Exclusives'''<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Toys"R"Us'''</u> ([[April 15]], 2023)<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|BPC-EX [[Scourge (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Papapatto Change Scourge]]}}<br />
{{Bp-p1|BCS-EX Kakusei Change Set [[Scorponok (ROTB)#BuzzworthyBumblebee|Scorponok]] & [[Sandspear#Rise of the Beasts|Sandspear]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
===''Studio Series''===<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 36''' ([[June]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|SS-103 [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS100|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-ter|SS-104 [[Battletrap (ROTB)#Studio Series|Battletrap]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 37''' ([[July]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{bp-ter|SS-105 [[Freezer#Studio Series|Terrorcon Freezer]] }}<br />
{{bp-a1|SS-106 [[Arcee (Movie)#SSCore|Arcee]]}}<br />
{{bp-m1|SS-107 [[Airazor (ROTB)#Studio Series|Airazor]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 38''' ([[August]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{bp-m1|SS-108 [[Cheetor (ROTB)#Studio Series|Cheetor]]}}<br />
{{bp-ter|SS-109 [[Scourge (ROTB)#Studio Series|Scourge]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 41''' ([[November]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{bp-m1|SS-113 [[Rhinox (ROTB)#Studio Series|Rhinox]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 43''' ([[January]], 2024)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|SS-116 [[Noah Diaz#Studio Series|Noah Diaz Excel Suit]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Everything beyond wave 38}}<br />
<br />
===Exclusives===<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>([[July 15]], 2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Optimus Primal (ROTB)#Ultimate|Kakusei Optimus Primal]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''[[Campaign item]]s'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi|[[Burning Plasma Blaster]]}}<br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#Burning|Burning Cheetor]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u></u><br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
==Merchandise==<br />
===Jada Toys===<br />
{{toystub}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
*Much of the toyline, such as the "Core" toys and the entire ''Autobots Unite'' subline, was found at retail without a prior announcement from Hasbro.<br />
*The first ''Rise of the Beasts'' toy was originally the ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' "Energon Escape" [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BuzzEE|Bumblebee]] and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Optimus Prime]] two-pack. The co-branding on the packaging was later changed to the ''Bumblebee'' film, presumably due to the one-year delay of ''Rise of the Beasts''.<br />
<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
* ''Japanese:'' '''''Transformers/Beast Kakusei''''' (トランスフォーマー/ビースト覚醒 ''Toransufōmā Bīsuto Kakusei'', "Transformers: Beast Awakening")<!--<br />
* ''Cantonese:'' '''''Bin<sup>3</sup>jing<sup>4</sup> Gam<sup>1</sup>gong<sup>1</sup>: Kwong<sup>4</sup>sau<sup>3</sup> Gwat<sup>6</sup>hei<sup>2</sup>''''' (變形金剛：狂獸崛起, "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts")<br />
* ''French:'' '''''Transformers: Rise of the Beasts''''' (France), '''''Transformers : Le Réveil des Bêtes''''' (Canada, "Transformers: The Awakening of the Beasts")<br />
* ''German:'' '''''Transformers: Aufstieg der Bestien''''' ("Transformers: Rise of the Beasts")<br />
* ''Hungarian:'' '''''Transformers: A fenevadak kora''''' ("Transformers: The Age of the Beasts")<br />
* ''Italian: '' '''''Transformers: Il Risveglio''''' ("Transformers: The Awakening")--><br />
* ''Mandarin:'' '''''Biànxíng Jīngāng: Wàn Shòu Juéqǐ''''' (Taiwan, 變形金剛：萬獸崛起, "Transformers: Rise of the Beasts"), '''''Biànxíng Jīngāng: Chāonéng Yǒngshì Juéqǐ''''' (China, 变形金刚：超能勇士崛起, "Transformers: Rise of the Beast Wars")<!--<br />
* ''Portuguese:'' '''''Transformers: O Despertar das Feras''''' (Brazil, "Transformers: The Awakening of the Beasts")<br />
* ''Spanish:'' '''''Transformers: El Despertar de las Bestias''''' ("Transformers: The Awakening of the Beasts")<br />
* ''Russian:'' '''''Transformery: Voskhozhdeniye Zverobotov''''' (Трансформеры: Восхождение Звероботов, "Transformers: Rise of the Beastbots")<br />
* ''Ukrainian:'' '''''Transformery: Chas Zvirobotiv''''' (Трансформери: Час Звіроботів, "Transformers: Time of the Beastbots")--><br />
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==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
<br />
{{DEFAULTSORT:Rise of the Beasts (toyline)}}<br />
[[Category:Rise of the Beasts| (toyline)]]<br />
[[Category:Live-action film series toylines]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Transformers_Collaborative&diff=1717626
Transformers Collaborative
2023-08-27T14:38:27Z
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<div>[[File:Collaborative.jpg|200px|center]]<br />
'''''Transformers Collaborative''''' is a [[subline imprint|subline]] of the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[franchises|franchise]] that began in [[2019]], intended to incorporate properties originating outside of the ''Transformers'' brand, not unlike the ''[[Transformers: Crossovers|Crossovers]]'' franchise (2008–2011) before it.<br />
<br />
''Unlike'' its predecessor, some ''Collaborative'' toys received tie-in crossover comics published by [[IDW Publishing]].<br />
<br />
{{quote|Transformers robots have always been—More Than Meets the Eye—but now, through the Transformers Collaborative, fans can experience these larger than life characters as they team-up, mash-up, and meet up with other characters, teams, and people who share this same special quality.|Collaborative marketing blurb}}<br />
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{{TOC|limit=4}}<br />
==Collaborations==<br />
===''Ghostbusters × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collaborative-Ghostbusters-Ectotron-box.jpg|thumb|250px|''Ghostbusters × Transformers'' Ectotron box]]<br />
{{main|Ghostbusters}}<br />
<br />
====Fiction====<br />
* ''[[Transformers/Ghostbusters]]: Ghosts of Cybertron'' (5-part miniseries)<br />
: Occurs in IDW's pre-existing ongoing ''Ghostbusters'' universe.<br />
<br />
====Toys====<br />
Announced in the run-up to [[Toy Fair 2019]], preorders for Ectotron went up on [[Hasbro Pulse]] on [[February 15]], 2019, and was also sold online through [[GameStop]] in the [[United States of America|United States]], [[EB Games]] in [[Canada]], and [[Zing]] and EB Games in Australia. In [[2020]], additional online retailers offered it for sale. MP-10G Ecto-35 Edition Optimus Prime debuted as an exclusive at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] in 2019, with additional availability at Fan Expo Canada and the Hasbro Pulse online store.<br />
<br />
[[2021]]'s Ectotron was released as a [[Target]] [[exclusive]], going up for preorder on [[November 13]], 2020 and later made available as a Toyworld exclusive, in [[New Zealand]]. It is also available on Hasbro Pulse in the [[United Kingdom]].<br />
<br />
=====2019=====<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Ectotron#Toys|Ectotron]] (w/ [[Slimer#Toys|Slimer]])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations_toys#Collaborative|MP-10G Optimus Prime Ecto-35 Edition]] (w/ [[Slimer#Masterpiece|Slimer]])}}<br />
</ul><br />
<br />
=====2021=====<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Ectotron#Afterlife|Ectotron]] (w/ [[Slimer#Afterlife|Slimer]] and [[Muncher#Toys|Muncher]])}}<br />
</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Back to the Future × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collab-toy Gigawatt.jpg|thumb|250px|''Back to the Future × Transformers'' Gigawatt]]<br />
{{main|Back to the Future}}<br />
<br />
=====Fiction=====<br />
* ''[[Transformers/Back to the Future]]'' (4-part miniseries)<br />
<br />
====Toys====<br />
Gigawatt was released in two separate versions: a [[Walmart]]-exclusive numbered edition was put up for preorder on [[July 2]], 2020 with added graphics on the box identifying the figure as one of a limited run of 1,985. A standard non-numbered version was made available through [[Hasbro Pulse]] and other "select retailers" on [[October 1]]. In July, [[TakaraTomy]] announced that they would be releasing Gigawatt as well, making it the first ''Collaborative'' product to be released in [[Japan]]. Gigawatt was later released in [[Italy]] initially as a Gamestop-exclusive and then on [[Amazon]] starting from January 2021. On [[September 27]], 2021, Gigawatt was sold as a Mighty Ape-exclusive in [[New Zealand]]. It was also available on Hasbro Pulse in the [[United Kingdom]].<br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Gigawatt#Toys|Gigawatt]] (2020)}}<br />
</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Top Gun × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Maverick Packaging.jpg|thumb|250px|''Top Gun × Transformers'' Maverick box]]<br />
Maverick is exclusive to Hasbro Pulse in the United States and Canada. It was also available at general retail in Hasbro's Asian markets such as Hong Kong. The re-release was exclusive to Walmart stores in the United States.<br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Maverick (Collaborative)#Toys|Maverick]] (2020)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Maverick (Collaborative)#2022|Maverick]] (2022 re-release)}}<br />
</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''X-Men × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Transformers-XMen-Ultimate-XSpanse.jpg|thumb|250px|''X-Men × Transformers'' Ultimate X-Spanse]]<br />
{{main|X-Men}}<br />
Ultimate X-Spanse is exclusive to Hasbro Pulse, Gamestop, and Target in the United States and Hasbro Pulse in the United Kingdom. On [[March 4]], 2021, the set was made available on Mighty Ape for New Zealand consumers.<br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{bp-multi|[[Ultimate X-Spanse#Toys|Ultimate X-Spanse]] (w/ [[Wolverine (Marvel)#Collaborative|Wolverine]] and [[Sabretooth#Toys|Sabretooth]]) (2021)}}<br />
</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Jurassic Park × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collab-toy-Jurassic Park-box.jpg|thumb|250px|''Jurassic Park × Transformers'' Tyrannocon Rex / JP93 box]]<br />
{{main|Jurassic Park}}<br />
The set is exclusive to Amazon in the United States and went up for pre-order on [[June 29]], 2021. It was later available on Hasbro Pulse in the United States, and select retailers worldwide, on [[December 1]] 2021. The Dilophocon and JP-12 set was revealed on [[June 1]] 2023. <br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|[[Tyrannocon Rex#Toys|Tyrannocon Rex]] / [[JP93#Toys|Autobot JP93]] (2021)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1d1|[[Dilophocon#Toys|Dilophocon]] / [[JP12#Toys|Autobot JP12]] (2023)}}<br />
</ul><br />
<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''J. Balvin × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collab-toy JBalvintron.jpg|thumb|250px|''J. Balvin × Transformers'' J. Balvintron<br><small>Yes, this is real.</small>]]<br />
{{main|J. Balvin}}<br />
The set is exclusive to the [[NTWRK]] app and went up for pre-order on [[July 13]], 2021, and began shipping in mid-November.<br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|[[J. Balvintron#Toys|J. Balvintron]] / [[Buzzsaw (G1)/toys#Collaborative|Energia Buzzsaw]] & [[Stripes#Collaborative|Vibras Stripes]] (2021)}}<br />
</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Universal Monsters × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collab-toy Draculus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.33|''Dracula × Transformers'' Draculus]]<br />
{{main|Dracula}}<br />
This figure is exclusive to [[Target]] and Hasbro Pulse, announced on [[September 10]], 2021, and shipped [[November 28]] (though international retailers got a head start on that.)<br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Dracula#Collaborative|Draculus]] (2021)}}<br />
</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''G.I. Joe × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collab-toy-Megatron-HISS-Tank.jpg|thumb|250px|''G.I. Joe × Transformers'' Megatron H.I.S.S. Tank]]<br />
{{main|G.I. Joe (franchise)}}<br />
A capsule series released to commemorate the 40th anniversary of ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero]]''. The Megatron H.I.S.S. Tank set was announced on [[February 24]], [[2022]], while the Bumblebee A.W.E. Striker set was announced on [[June 8]], 2022 for [[2023]].<br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#Collaborative|Megatron H.I.S.S. Tank]] and [[Baroness#Collaborative|Baroness]] (2022)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Collaborative|Bumblebee A.W.E. Striker]] with [[Stalker (G.I. Joe)#Collaborative|Sgt. Stalker]] (2023)}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Collaborative|Soundwave Dreadnok Thunder Machine]] with [[Zartan#Collaborative|Zartan]] and [[Zarana#Collaborative|Zarana]] (2024)}}</ul><br />
<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Soundwave}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Tonka × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collab-toy Tonkanator.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|''Tonka × Transformers'' Tonkanator]]<br />
A collaboration with Hasbro's own [[Tonka]] brand of giant trucks, featuring redecos of the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s as new Autobot characters in classic Tonka yellow-and-steel-gray.<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Tonkanator]] [[giftset|gift set]] (2022), includes:}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Mega Dozer|Autobot Mega Dozer]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Power Digger]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Motor Load]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Skyhook|Autobot Skyhook]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Mega Hauler]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Motormix]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Street Fighter II × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Collab-toy SF2 Ryu.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''Street Fighter II × Transformers'' Optimus Prime [Ryu<nowiki>]</nowiki>]]<br />
{{main|Street Fighter II × Transformers}}<br />
A western release of the 2018 ''[[Street Fighter II × Transformers]]'' toyline, in celebration of the ''{{w|Street Fighter}}'' franchise's 35th anniversary. The toys were announced to be coming westward on [[June 24]], [[2022]], and were released as Target and Hasbro Pulse exclusives.<br />
<br />
These are almost ''exactly'' the same as the TakaraTomy releases, even down to the packaging. The Hasbro versions just add a wraparound fake-box cover to the original Japanese packaging. Presumably the only differences are the addition of tampographed production stamping to the toys proper.<br />
<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Street Fighter II × Transformers|Optimus Prime]] <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[Ryu]]<nowiki>]</nowiki> vs [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Street Fighter II × Transformers|Megatron]] <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[M. Bison]]<nowiki>]</nowiki> (2022)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Street Fighter II × Transformers|Hot Rod]] <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[Ken Masters|Ken]]<nowiki>]</nowiki> vs [[Arcee (G1)/toys#Street Fighter II × Transformers|Arcee]] <nowiki>[</nowiki>[[Chun-Li]]<nowiki>]</nowiki> (2022)}}</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Stranger Things × Transformers''===<br />
[[File:TF-Collab-Toy-Code-Red.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|''Stranger Things × Transformers'' Code Red]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Code Red#Toys|Code Red]] (2023)}}<br />
<br />
{{comingsoontoy}}<br />
<br />
</ul><br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
* Many of the toys released under the ''Collaborative'' banner had "Project" code-names with varying degrees of bizarreness:<br />
{{collist|3|<br />
:::*Ectotron: "Project Mullet"<br />
:::*Gigawatt: "Project Future"<br />
:::*Maverick: "Project {{w|Tom Cruise|Cruise}}"<br />
:::*Ultimate X-Spanse: "Project {{w|Blackbird (comics)|Bird}}"<br />
:::*Tyrannocon Rex/JP93: "Project Park"<br />
:::*J. Balvintron/Energia Buzzsaw & Vibras Stripes: "Project Jam"<br />
:::*Draculus: "Project Bat"<br />
:::*Megatron H.I.S.S. Tank: "Project Trooper 1"<br />
:::*Bumblebee A.W.E Striker: "Project Trooper 3"<br />
:::*Tonkanator: "Project Yellow"<br />
:::*Dilophocon/JP12: "Project Island"<br />
:::*Soundwave Dreadnok Thunder Machine: "Project Jojo"<br />
:::*Code Red: "Project {{w|Eggo|Waffles}}"<br />
<br />
}}<br />
* As of [[{{CURRENTYEAR}}]], only the second Ectotron, the Ultimate X-Spanse and Gigawatt figures have been released in [[New Zealand]]. Ectotron was available through Toyworld and Mighty Ape, while Gigawatt was only available through Mighty Ape. Ultimate X-Spanse on the other hand had ''almost'' received a full retail release, being sold through The Warehouse, Toyworld and Mighty Ape (three of the five major New Zealand ''Transformers'' toy distributors).<br />
* The [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Holiday Optimus Prime|Holiday Optimus Prime]] toy seems to have its origins in a no-show [[Amazon (website)|Amazon Prime]] × ''Transformers Collaborative'' toy that was listed on Amazon.com.au in July 2022<ref>[https://tformers.com/leaked-transformers-x-amazon-prime-collaborative-optimus-prime-delivery-truck-listing/46484/news.html Tformers.com reports on a leaked Amazon Prime Collaborative listing]</ref> after its existence was first leaked by "secret inside sources" types in June the previous year.<ref>[https://tformers.com/41962 Tformers.com reports on mid-2021 rumours]</ref> Like Holiday Prime, the Amazon mashup was also specified to turn into a licensed Volvo truck in 37 steps. All signs point to the Volvo Optimus Prime mold being repurposed as an affiliate of a less corporate–and more public domain–gift distributor... not to mention as a release less likely to annoy other [[Walmart|major]] [[Target|retailers]] of Hasbro toys.<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
<br />
{{DEFAULTSORT:Collaborative}}<br />
[[Category:Back to the Future]]<br />
[[Category:Collaborative| ]]<br />
[[Category:Crossover toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Exclusive toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Franchises]]<br />
[[Category:Generations toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Ghostbusters franchise]]<br />
[[Category:Jurassic Park]]<br />
[[Category:Marvel properties]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Buzzworthy_Bumblebee&diff=1715673
Buzzworthy Bumblebee
2023-08-19T19:32:24Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
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<div>[[File:Buzzworthy_Bumblebee_logo.jpg|center|upright=2.2]]<br />
<br><br />
'''''Buzzworthy Bumblebee''''' is a ''very confusing'' toyline with a focus that has shifted over time. Initially, it was a cross-toyline [[subline imprint]] that focused on various incarnations of everybody's favourite yellow Autobot, [[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]. Toys from this line began appearing both in stock at online retailers and on store shelves in late [[2020]] and early [[2021]], while [[Hasbro]] never officially announced the line properly. With vibrant yellow packaging like the previous ''[[Transformers: Bumblebee (toyline)|Transformers: Bumblebee]]'' toyline, and package art prominently featuring [[Evergreen]] [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' centered around versions of Bumblebee from across the brand's history, as well as his human allies and Cybertronian foes.<br />
<br />
In 2022, the line began to diversify ''considerably'', with the product output of figures that ''weren't'' Bumblebee outnumbering those that were by a large margin, due to otherwise unreleated [[redeco]]s of figures from the contemporary ''[[Studio Series]]'' and ''[[Legacy (toyline)|Legacy]]'' lines utilizing the ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' branding simply ''because''. 2022 was also when Hasbro actually bothered to officially acknowledge and announce these redecos in advance.<br />
<br />
The line is [[exclusive]] to [[Target]] in the United States, and to [[Toys"R"Us]] in Canada.<br />
<br />
{{quote|You've probably heard the buzz, but Bumblebee is kind of a big deal.|[[Hasbro Pulse]] / Target.com marketing copy}}<br />
==Toys==<br />
Owing to the... ''unsystematic'' layout of the ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' line, as well as its lack of any advance notice in terms of release schedule, we've elected to delineate this page into what toylines each figure (or multi-pack) supplements. The alternative would be to try and force a structure onto something that plainly doesn't have one, and that way lies madness. That said, the toylines being supplemented are listed in rough order of their introduction into the ''Buzzworthy'' line.<br />
<br />
===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===<br />
[[File:TF-WFC-Trilogy-Buzzworthy-BB-Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Core Class Bumblebee]]<br />
The ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' portion of ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' features the majority of the subline's new tooling, including two all-new molds: a diminutive Core Class Bumblebee (retailing for five (or more) bucks more than the regular Core Class, owing to an included Spike Witwicky mini-figure), and a Deluxe Class "Origin Bumblebee", representing the character's Cybertronian mode from "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]" for the first time in toy form. A "Worlds Collide" multi-pack also falls under this banner, and its selection of characters, combined with the volcanic environment depicted on Core Class Bumblebee's card art, more specifically ties these toys to the concurrent ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' subline in all but name.<br />
<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Core Class'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Bumblebee]] / [[Spike Witwicky (G1)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Spike Witwicky]] (2020)}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BuzzworthyOrigin|Origin Bumblebee]] (2021)}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi|Worlds Collide (2021):}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Blackarachnia (BW)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Blackarachnia]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#WorldsCollide|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Fangry (G1)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Fangry]] (w/ [[Brisko#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Brisko]])}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Nemesis Primal]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Studio Series''===<br />
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-74-Bumblebee-and-Sam.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Deluxe Class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Bumblebee]]<br />
[[File:TF-SS-TFTM-BB-Ironhide.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Voyager Class ''The Transformers: The Movie'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ironhide]]]]<br />
Tying into ''[[Studio Series]]'', this assortment copies that line's packaging design – including the cardboard diorama backdrops – but replaces ''Studio''{{'}}s ubiquitous red design elements with a friendly yellow. The first Deluxe Class assortment consists of figures mostly [[package refresh|redecoed and/or retooled]] from previous ''Studio Series'' releases, with each toy gaining a "BB" as part of its ID number to differentiate it from its mainline release. The 74BB ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Bumblebee actually ended up coming out ''earlier'' than its [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS74|"regular" counterpart]]. 2021 saw the addition of "Battle Packs", comprising of new backdrops and re-releases (or minor redecoes) of ''Studio'' toys dating back three years prior, and even a redeco of [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Tribute|a toy]] predating ''Studio Series'' entirely! A second Deluxe Class assortment followed in late 2021, now diversifying, like the main ''Studio Series'' line, into screen-accurate toys of characters from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. 2023 saw multiple new releases that resulted in all seven live-action movies being included in the line.<br />
<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class assortment 1''' (2020)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|15BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW15|Bumblebee]]<br>(1976 Camaro, w/ [[Charlie Watson#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Charlie]], ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|26BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW26|WWII Bumblebee]]<br>(''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]'')}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|40BB [[Shatter#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Shatter]]<br>(Plymouth, ''Bumblebee'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|74BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW74|Bumblebee]]<br>(2008 Camaro Concept, w/ [[Sam Witwicky#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Sam]], ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'')}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class assortment 2''' (2021)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|70BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW70|B-127]]<br>(''Bumblebee'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|86-02BB [[Kup (G1)/toys#BW8602|Kup]]<br>(''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|86-13BB [[Cliffjumper (G1)/toys#BW8613|Cliffjumper]]<br>(''The Transformers: The Movie'')}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Battle Packs''' (2021)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|18BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW18|Bumblebee]] VS 46BB [[Dropkick (Movie)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Dropkick]]<br>(''Bumblebee'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1d1|27BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW27|Clunker Bumblebee]] VS 28BB [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Barricade]]<br>(''Transformers'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1d1|79BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW79|High Octane Bumblebee]] VS 02BB [[Stinger (AOE)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Decepticon Stinger]]<br>(''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'')}}<br />
</ul><br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Standalone releases''' (2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|07BB [[Grimlock (AOE)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Grimlock]]<br>(''Age of Extinction'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|44BB [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BW44|Optimus Prime]]<br>(''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|86-24BB [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ironhide]] / 86-20BB [[Prowl (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Prowl]]<br>(''The Transformers: The Movie'')}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|95BB [[Bonecrusher (Movie)#BW95|N.E.S.T. Bonecrusher]]<br>(''Transformers'')}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|96BB [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#BW96|N.E.S.T. Autobot Ratchet]]<br>(''Dark of the Moon'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|102BB [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BBROTB|Optimus Prime]]<br>(''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Hatchet (DOTM)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Hatchet]]<br>(''Dark of the Moon'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Hound (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Hound]]<br>(''The Transformers: The Movie'')}}<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Hatchet, Hound, Ironhide/Prowl 2-pack}}<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Age of Extinction''===<br />
[[File:Buzzworthy_Bumblebee_Mega_1-step.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mega 1-Step Bumblebee]]<br />
Outside of the "''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]''"-branded toylines, ''Buzzworthy'' saw the surprise return of [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Robots in Disguise|''Age of Extinction''{{'}}s ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Mega1Step|Mega 1-Step Bumblebee]]. The new packaging still features the iconography of that movie's toyline.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Mega 1-Step'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Mega 1-Step Bumblebee]] (2020)}}<br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
===''Cyberverse''===<br />
[[File:Buzzworthy_Bumblebee_Trash_Crash.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Spark Armor Bumblebee and Trash Crash]]<br />
''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' mostly goes for re-releases to represent the ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (franchise)|Cyberverse]]'' corner of the franchise, with the only exception so far being "Spark Armor" Bumblebee's smaller partner, a redecoed version of [[Grimlock (Cyberverse)|Grimlock]]'s partner [[Trash Crash]]. In addition to the Spark Armor assortment, this segment of the toyline also includes a boxed set of four unchanged Warrior Class figures, an assortment of thus far eight equally unchanged 1-Step Changers and a boxed set of three unchanged Deluxe Class figures – the packaging for which doesn't actually ''say'' "''Cyberverse''" anywhere, but we've put them all here for the sake of convenience.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Spark Armor''' (2020)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Bumblebee]] & [[Trash Crash#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Trash Crash]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Megatron]] & [[Chopper Cut#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Chopper Cut]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''1-Step Changers wave 1''' (2022)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Wheeljack (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Wheeljack]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Shockwave (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Shockwave]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''1-Step Changers wave 2''' (2022)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Megatron]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Sky-Byte (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Sky-Byte]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''1-Step Changers wave 3''' (2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Prowl (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Prowl]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Starscream]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Roll & Combine''' (2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumbleswoop|Bumblebee]] / [[Swoop (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Dinobot Swoop]] ([[Bumbleswoop]])}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|Evergreen Warrior Multipack (2021):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Warrior|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Warrior|Megatron]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Starscream]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{Bp-a1|Heroes of Cybertron (2022):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Deluxe|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Deluxe|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Cheetor (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Cheetor]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
===''Bumblebee''===<br />
The then-recent ''Bumblebee'' movie toyline was represented in ''Buzzworthy'' through unchanged re-releases starting with a repackaged [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Bumblebee|Power Charge Bumblebee]].<br />
<br />
A two-pack consisting of two "Energon Igniters" figures was listed at Target's website as being co-branded as part of the seventh installment in the [[live-action film series]], ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Transformers: Rise of the Beasts]]'', ahead of the official announcement of ''any'' toys connected to it. Later on, when the two-pack was listed again on the [[Toys"R"Us]] Hong Kong page, the branding on the packaging was changed to that of the ''Bumblebee'' film, presumably due to the one-year delay of the ''Rise of the Beasts'' release date.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Power Charge'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BuzzPC|Power Charge Bumblebee]] (2021)}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|Energon Escape (2022):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BuzzEE|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
|}<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2015)===<br />
[[File:Buzzworthy_Crash_Combiner_Bumblegrim.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|By this far down the page, the word "Bumblebee" has lost all meaning.]]<br />
Apparently leaving no stone unturned, ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' reaches into the 2015 [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|''Robots in Disguise'' toyline]] and brings back some [[Crash Combiner]]s, now rechristened as "Crash & Combine" toys. These partially automorphing toys curiously make use of "[[evergreen]]" designs for each individual character art – though the combiner identities are rendered in the characteristic ''Robots in Disguise'' art style. We've elected to keep things simple and put them on the ''Robots in Disguise'' characters' pages.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Crash & Combine''' (2021)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (RID 2015)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Grimlock]] / [[Bumblebee (WFC)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Bumblebee]] ([[Bumblegrim#Toys|Bumblegrim]])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (RID 2015)#Primelock|Grimlock]] / [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Optimus Prime]] ([[Primelock#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Primelock]])}}<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
===''Legacy''===<br />
[[File:TF-Legacy-Buzzworthy-Bumblebee-Silverstreak.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Deluxe Class Autobot Silverstreak]]<br />
The ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' portion of ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' features a ''[[Diaclone]]''-styled redeco to complement the ''Legacy''-branded ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' line, as well as redecoes of ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' figures based on the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|original ''Beast Wars'' toyline]].<br />
<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Silverstreak (Legacy)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Autobot Silverstreak]] (2022)}}<br />
{{Bp-p1|[[Terrorsaur (BW)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Evil Predacon Terrorsaur]] (2022)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Jazz (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Origin Autobot Jazz]] (2023)}} <br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Tow-Line (RID)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Tow-Line]] (2023)}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Voyager Class'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Heroic Maximal Dinobot]] (2022)}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi|Creatures Collide (2022):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#CreaturesCollide|Autobot Goldbug]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Ransack (G1)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ransack]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Scorponok (BW)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Predacon Scorponok]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Skywasp#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Skywasp]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi| Troop Builder Multipack (2023):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Autotrooper (Animated)#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|Animated Universe Autotrooper]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d2|[[Cybertronian (faction)#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|G2 Universe Cybertronian Trooper]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Air Warrior#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|Decepticon Seeker]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-qu|[[Quintesson Bailiff#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Quintesson Trooper]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
|}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts''===<br />
[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastWeaponizersScorponok.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Beast Weaponizer Scorponok]]<br />
Of course, with a big new movie in theaters, ''Buzzworthy'' wasn't going to get left out of ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)| Rise of the Beasts]]'' product. <br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" <br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Jungle Mission 3-Packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Cheetor]] / [[Nightbird (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Nightbird]] / [[Wheeljack (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Wheeljack]] (2023)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Airazor (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Airazor]] / [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#JM|Bumblebee]] / [[Mirage (Movie)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Autobot Mirage]] (2023)}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Beast Weaponizers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-p1|[[Scorponok (ROTB)#BuzzworthyBumblebee|Predacon Scorponok]] & [[Sandspear#BuzzworthyBumblebee|Sandspear]] (2023)}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Smash Changers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Scourge (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Scourge]] (2023)}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Bumblebee/Airazor/Mirage 3-Pack}}<br />
<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
* The "Worlds Collide" multi-pack made headlines for suddenly appearing at a [[Walmart]] store (due to an apparent shipment error) in the U.S., rather than the line's exclusive retailer, Target.<ref>https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/buzzworthy-bumblebee-worlds-collide-inhand-images.1216835/ TFW2005 discussion with screenshots, 26 July 2021</ref> Similarly, the two "Crash & Combine" sets popped up at a [[Toys"R"Us]] in [[Canada]] before any [[United States of America|US]] sighting.<br />
* The ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' toyline's exclusivity was split between two stores in [[New Zealand]], with {{w|Kmart Australia|Kmart}} only carrying figures aimed at younger audiences such as the "Mega 1-Step Bumblebee", and even the Core Class "Bumblebee / Spike Witwicky" two-pack, while {{w|Farmers Trading Company|Farmers}} carried the rest. On the other hand, several items, such as the "Worlds Collide" pack, never saw release in New Zealand, but the ''Studio Series''-branded "Battle Packs" did, and were sold through Farmers. While likewise not receiving all items, [[Australia]] saw a similar release split between Kmart and {{w|Target Australia|its version of Target}} for the majority of the line, with larger items like the "Worlds Collide" set instead appearing at Mr Toys Toyworld, {{w|JB Hi-Fi}} and {{w|EB Games Australia|EB Games}}/{{w|ZiNG Pop Culture Australia|ZiNG Pop Culture}}.<br />
<br />
==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
<br />
[[Category:Aligned toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Cyberverse (2018)]]<br />
[[Category:Exclusive toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Generation 1 toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Legacy]]<br />
[[Category:Live-action film series toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015)]]<br />
[[Category:Subline imprint]]<br />
[[Category:War for Cybertron Trilogy]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Volcanicus_(POTP)&diff=1715028
Volcanicus (POTP)
2023-08-15T21:01:34Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
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<div>{{faction|autobot}}<br />
{{disambig3|Volcanicus}}<br />
:''Volcanicus is an [[Autobot]] [[Combiner]] from the [[Power of the Primes (franchise)|Power of the Primes]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''<br />
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[[File:Volcanicus-Machinima.jpg|right|thumb|300px|K ...I ...L ...L]]<br />
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'''Volcanicus''' is the fearsome combination of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] that was 65 million years in the making, and is now ready to deliver the [[Decepticon]]s a world of pain. Considering the Dinobots' reputations as brainless brutes, Volcanicus is similarly a mindless beast as a result, but given how it hasn't stopped the Dinobots before, it's not much of a problem.<br />
<br />
He comprises:<br />
*[[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] (torso)<br />
*[[Slag (G1)|Slug]] (left arm)<br />
*[[Swoop (G1)|Swoop]] (right arm)<br />
*[[Snarl (G1)|Snarl]] (left leg)<br />
*[[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] (right leg)<br />
<br />
He is sometimes comprised of six Dinobots with an alternative configuration.<br />
<br />
* Grimlock (left leg)<br />
* Slug (upper torso)<br />
* Sludge (lower torso)<br />
* [[Skar (IDW)|Scarr]] (left arm)<br />
* Swoop (right arm)<br />
* Snarl (right leg)<br />
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{{TOCclear}}<br />
<br />
==Fiction==<br />
===''Prime Wars Trilogy'' cartoons===<br />
{{voiceactor|[[Gregg Berger]] (English)}}<br />
[[File:Machinima-POTP-Volcanicus-punches-Windblade.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Let's fossilize 'em!]]<br />
The Dinobots attacked [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and his team in [[Primal Swamp]], believing the Decepticon leader to be behind the recent apocalyptic threat. When all five were forced to the ground, the Dinobots formed Volcanicus to turn the tide of the battle. {{storylink|The Swamp}} He tussled with the others for a while, being pretty much untouchable, until he was knocked off guard by a surprise attack from the arriving [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]]. {{storylink|Volcanicus (episode)|Volcanicus}} He quickly recovered from this and began chasing Predaking, who himself was chasing the others. They both finally stopped their assault as they witnessed Megatron enter a mysterious dome. {{storylink|Without Warning}} As they waited for Megatron to re-emerge, he started another fight with Predaking, but was knocked to the ground and got stuck in an energon pool. Unable to get back up, Volcanicus split back into the Dinobots to free himself. {{storylink|Primal (POTP)|Primal}} A later attack on the Dinobots by [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] and the [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]]-possessed [[Hot Rod (G1)|Rodimus Cron]] led to the death of Sludge, consequently resulting in the loss of the ability to form Volcanicus. {{storylink|Athenaeum Sanctorum (episode)|Athenaeum Sanctorum}}<br />
{{--}}<br />
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===''Generations Selects Special Comic''===<br />
[[File:Selects Volcanicus.jpg|200px|thumb|left]]<br />
When the [[Quintesson]]s escaped their dimensional prison, they arrived on [[Dinobot Island (G1)|Dinobot Island]] in the year [[2050]], where they spotted and hoped to subdue the Dinobots to use as merchandise. Towards this goal, they summoned [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], who had the Dinobots on the ropes till Grimlock was encouraged by telepathic messages from the [[Primus|Oracle]] of the past universe to use [[Earth]]'s [[Angolmois Energy]] to manifest his heart's strength in reality. With this energy and the lending of an [[Energon Matrix]] from [[Kakuryu (G1)|Grimmaster]], Grimlock and the other four original Dinobots combined into the mighty Volcanicus. Predaking attempted to use [[Slash (POTP)|Slash]] as a hostage, but the [[Magma Blade (GS)|Magma Blade]]s-armed Volcanicus was nevertheless able to slash Predaking apart into his [[Predacon (G1)|Predacon]] components, who quickly retreated, and save his "little sister". Soon after, Volcanicus was contacted by [[Spike Witwicky (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Spike Witwicky]] about the [[Selector]] revolt at [[Neo Scramble City]], so Volcanicus's components split up to go and assist their allies. {{storylink|Volcanicus comic 1}}<br />
<br />
The Dinobots aided the humans against the [[Cybertron Alliance]] and Selectors because of their loyalty to Carly. The [[Technobot (G1)|Technobot]]s were also loyal to their father, Grimlock, and merged with him as a variant of Volcanicus called [[Volcaticon]]. The Quintessons intervened on the battle with anti-Transformer gas, and so Volcaticon deconstructed so that Grimlock could reform Volcanicus with the Dinobots while the Technobots assembled separately as [[Computron (G1)|Computron]]. {{Storylink|Volcanicus comic 2}}<br />
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Volcanicus and Computron soon realized they were at a disadvantage against the arriving [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcon]]s, though. Computron had restored Grimlock's super-intelligence when they merged as Volcaticon, and now lacked the accumulated knowledge necessary to feed his analytics. Meanwhile, the hyper-intelligent Grimlock inside Volcanicus lost his animal ferocity in this "improved" state. {{Storylink|Abominus comic 1}} Given a reprieve, Computron reabsorbed his intelligence from Volcanicus before engaging the Terrorcons' combiner, [[Abominus (G1)|Abominus]], but to no avail. [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] infused himself with Angolmois Energy to counter Abominus, only to be driven out of control himself. Volcanicus used the Angolmois in his Magma Blade to deflect the reformatted Megatron Omega's attack, teaming up with Abominus against him. Volcanicus and Abominus could not prevail, but soon a wormhole opened in space, drawing the Primitive warriors back into the past. {{Storylink|Abominus comic 2}}<br />
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Volcanicus and the Dinobots were used as pawns by Primus, knowing they could be easily directed against their old enemy and his rival, [[Primacron]]. Grimlock assembled Volcanicus to fight Neo Primus, the transformed [[Blue Planet (GS)|Blue Planet]] and the first planet-sized robot Primacron created. {{Storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale Part 1|Finale 1}} Even Volcanicus could not defeat a planet alone, but [[Hun-Gurrr (G1)|Hun-Gurrr]] and the Terrorcons had followed through the wormhole and chowed down on the Angolmois inside the Blue Planet. Hun-Gurr caught the Magma Blade when Volcanicus was disarmed and charged it with the energy inside him, returning it as the Angolmois Blade. This sword was powerful enough to disrupt Neo Primus, converting it back into the Blue Planet. {{Storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale Part 2|Finale 2}}<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Games==<br />
===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===<br />
[[File:Earth Wars Volcanicus.jpg|upright=1.22|left|thumb|But whither [[Slash (POTP)|Slash]]?]]<br />
[[File:Volcanicus EarthWars SurvivaloftheFittest.jpg|thumb|300px|'Monster' is a relative term. To a canary, a cat is a monster. We're just used to being the cat.]]<br />
<br />
After Snarl returned from Nebulos and retrieved the plans for the Quintesson Hive Matrix, he stated that the Dinobots would soon be one. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Mission Accomplished}}<br />
<br />
Grimlock wanted to form his combined form almost immediately, so he got help from Jetfire to open the Enigma vault and got his hands on the Enigma. But Swoop noticed a cerebro-shell in the back of Jetfire's head! Trying to form Volcanicus, Grimlock ordered the Dinobots to combine, but nothing happened. As it turned out, the Dinobots didn't know ''how'' to work the Enigma. Soon, Bruticus and Superion arrived on the scene, and the two duked it out while Grimlock desperately tried to figure out how to use the Enigma. <br />
<br />
Learning of the Dinobots' actions, Optimus activated the Enigma, creating Volcanicus and Predaking in the process! Springer retrieved the Enigma, but the Dinobots and Predacons had unfinished business, so they settled on finishing the score later, in their new combined forms.<br />
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*'''Lowest Star Rating''': Requires 3 star or higher bots to combine. You can sub in 5 star bots if you have them available.<br />
*'''Class:''' Combiner<br />
*'''Weapons''': Volcanicus is surprisingly versatile being the Dinobot Combiner. He attacks by jumping onto things and smashing them with his fists or his sword. He also can use Slug's natural flamethrower ability to set a large area on fire. Volcanicus can also use his sword to send up a beam that rains down as Meteors to heavily damage an area. <br />
*'''Abilities''': <br />
**'''Energo-Sword''' - Jump and strike with the Energo-Sword! Deals massive damage to the target and anything directly behind it.<br />
**'''Fire And Brimstone''' - Set a wide area on fire dealing an average of 2,280 damage over 8 seconds.<br />
**'''Extinction''' - A shower of meteors bombards a very large area dealing an average damage over 10 seconds. Quadruple damage to walls.<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===''Power of the Primes''===<br />
{{anchor|Generations}}<br />
[[File:PotPtoy-Volcanicus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66|[[Beast (G1)|Open the door, get on the floor, everybody merge the dinosaurs]]]]<br />
*'''Dinobot Grimlock''' (Voyager Class, 2017)<br />
*'''Dinobot Slug''' (Deluxe Class, 2017)<br />
*'''Dinobot Snarl''' (Deluxe Class, 2018)<br />
*'''Dinobot Sludge''' (Deluxe Class, 2018)<br />
*'''Dinobot Swoop''' (Deluxe Class, 2017)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)|[[Robby Musso]] (concept art)}}<br />
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:Part of the ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' subline of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'', Volcanicus is formed from Voyager Class Dinobot Grimlock and the four Deluxe Class Dinobots. ([[Slash (POTP)#Toys|Slash]] isn't officially part of the combiner, but it can be done [[Fan mode|if you're particularly creative]].)<br />
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:As a ''[[Combiner#TermsForCombiners|Scramble City]]''-style combiner, Volcanicus can also utilize any ''Combiner Wars''-style Deluxe as a limb. His [[Enigma of Combination]] is dubbed the '''Dinobot Enigma''', and can be installed within Grimlock's dino-head's mouth on Volcanicus' chest, or it can also be stored in any of the fists or feet (and by extension, so can a [[Prime Master#Toys|Prime Master]], [[Enigma of Combination#Generations|Enigma]], or [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix core]], even an entire Matrix of Leadership). The two extraneous hands can be used to either bulk up the lower torso or peg into the backs of the feet as heels for additional stability.<br />
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:Due to his very wide shoulders and top-heavy design, Volcanicus is very prone to leaning forward, though not enough to topple over thanks to his long feet. His hips are also formed from Grimlock's thighs with no means of securing them in place, which can lead to some crouching poses collapsing under the weight of his upper body. The shoulders also have the tendency to disconnect from Grimlock's robot wings.<br />
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:In China, Volcanicus was released in a box set as an exclusive for Hasbro China's T-Mall site. The box set also came with a Volcanicus-themed notepad, and a code for the ''Earth Wars'' game.<ref>https://detail.tmall.com/item.htm?id=559183834163&skuId=3853426938808</ref><br />
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===''Generations Selects''===<br />
{{anchor|Selects}}<br />
[[File:TF-Generations-Selects-JP-Volcanicus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I have more paint and cool swords. Buy me again!]]<br />
*'''Volcanicus''' (Gift set, [[February 27]], [[2021]])<br />
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''TT-GS11'''<br />
** ''Accessories'': 2 guns, 2 swords, 2 "[[Magma Blade (GS)|Magma Blade]]s", 2 arm-mounted "Volca-Vulcan" cannons, twin 'stunner' laser rifle, 2 foot-plates, left & right fists<br />
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:''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' Volcanicus is a redeco of his earlier ''Power of the Primes'' self, but with a cartoon-inspired deco taking cues from Generation 1 and Volcanicus' appearance in the ''Prime Wars Trilogy'' cartoon. Every member is now generously coated in silver paint and some plastics have been swapped around for further Generation 1 cartoon-accuracy. He also comes with new parts such as the gestalt feet, a pair of guns based on Grimlock's original handgun, two "Volca-Vulcan" cannons meant to fill in gaps in Volcanicus's chest, and a huge pair of "Magma Blades" (based on the sword he wields in ''[[Transformers: Earth Wars]]'', itself based on that of ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]).<br />
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: He also reuses several combiner parts from ''Generations Selects'' [[King Poseidon#Generations|King Poseidon]], most obviously the fists. Furthermore, the combiner joint ratchets throughout have been strengthened (including Grimlock's leg joints), which makes this Volcanicus more stable than his predecessor, although it is slightly difficult to flip the joints out of the Dinobots' chests.<br />
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:Volcanicus was released as a [[TakaraTomy Mall]] exclusive, also made available from [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the USA.<br />
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===''Legacy''===<br />
[[File:TF-Legacy-Combiner-Volcanicus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Di-NOT-king.]]<br />
*'''Volcanicus''' (Core Class, [[2023]]) <br />
**'''1 of 6: [[Sludge (G1)#Legacy|Dinobot Sludge]]'''<br />
**'''2 of 6: [[Slag (G1)/toys#Legacy|Dinobot Slug]]'''<br />
**'''3 of 6: [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Legacy|Grimlock]]'''<br />
**'''4 of 6: [[Skar (IDW)#Legacy|Dinobot Scarr]]'''<br />
**'''5 of 6: [[Swoop (G1)/toys#Legacy|Dinobot Swoop]]'''<br />
**'''6 of 6: [[Snarl (G1)#Legacy|Dinobot Snarl]]'''<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/Co-ZopluVbd/ Design notes on ''Legacy'' Scarr and Swoop] from [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on Instagram</ref><br />
**''Origin universe'': '''G1 Universe'''/'''Comic Universe'''<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] and [[Shuhei Umezu]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/CjNwidkuAN4/ Design notes on ''Legacy'' Sludge and Slug] from Hasbro designer Evan Brooks on Instagram</ref><br />
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: A multi-wave undertaking in ''[[Transformers: Legacy#Evolution|Legacy: Evolution]]'', Volcanicus is formed from 6 Core Class toys. Slug and Sludge form the upper and lower torso, with Grimlock as the left leg, Scarr and Swoop as the arms, and Snarl as the right leg. This formation is completely different from the original ''Power of the Primes'' figure, but it is a dead-ringer for [[Dinoking]] (or [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]]).<br />
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::*''Design notes on ''Legacy'' Volcanicus from Evan Brooks on Instagram:''<br />
:::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/CjNwidkuAN4/ Part I - Sludge and Slug]''<br />
:::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/CoLLERvuq_I/ Part II - Grimlock]''<br />
:::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/Co-ZopluVbd/ Part III - Scarr and Swoop]''<br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
===Transformers Trading Card Game===<br />
[[File:W2Volcanicus.jpg|thumb]]<br />
*'''Volcanicus, Fiery Champion''' (2019)<br />
**[[Sludge (G1)|Dinobot Sludge]], Dino Demolitions<br />
**[[Slag (G1)|Dinobot Slug]], Battering Ram<br />
**[[Snarl (G1)|Dinobot Snarl]], Spiked Battler<br />
**[[Swoop (G1)|Dinobot Swoop]], Bombardier<br />
**[[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]], Powerful Commander<br />
**'''Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners''' <br />
**''Stars: ''39<br />
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:One of the titular [[combiner]]s from the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]] Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners, Volcanicus, Fiery Champion can be formed by playing the Action card [[Enigma of Combination|Dinobot Enigma]] while the Character cards for all five [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] are in Bot Mode while on the battlefield and/or the KO area.<br />
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:Volcanicus, Fiery Champion's artwork is reused from the [[Power of the Primes (franchise)|Power of the Primes]] Volcanicus packaging art.<br />
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==Notes==<br />
*Volcanicus's sword in ''Earth Wars'' is based on the one used by ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]. The ''Power of the Primes'' toy does not include this sword, whereas the ''Generations Selects'' toy includes two.<br />
*The ''Earth Wars'' design, the [[New York Comic Con|NYCC]] 2017 prototype, the packaging art, and the ''Power of the Primes'' cartoon depict Volcanicus with Sludge's head facing down, but the instructions show his head pointing upwards. Similarly, Slug's head points outwards in ''Earth Wars'' and the packaging art, but upwards in the cartoon and on the toy itself.<br />
*Back in [[1990]], four of the original five Dinobot designs served as the templates for the "Geisters", recurring villainous henchmen on the Takara/Sunrise co-production ''[[Brave (franchise)|Brave Exkaiser]]''. In what might be called a vision of things to come, the four were once briefly fused into a single robot called "[[:File:MadGeister.jpg|Mad Geister]]" (マッドガイスター ''Maddo Gaisutā''). However, because each Geister controlled a portion of the combined body—and they had the accumulated brain power of a Froot Loop—this ended rather badly for them. In a more successful (if not [[Mega-Dinobot|also prescient]]) later development, the Geisters learned to merge in groups of two, with Ptera Geist and Thunder Geist forming the centaur-esque "[[:File:PtederAndHormor.jpg|Pteder]]" (プテダー ''Putedā'') and Horn Geist and Armor Geist forming "[[:File:PtederAndHormor.jpg|Hormor]]" (ホーマー ''Hōmā'').<br />
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===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Volcanicus''' (ボルカニカス ''Borukanikasu'')<br />
*''Mandarin:'' '''Xiūluó Wáng''' (China, 修罗王, "Shura King"), '''Bàohuǒzhànshì''' (China, 暴火战士, "Violent fire soldier"), '''Lóngyàn Wáng''' (China, 龙焱王, "Dragonflame King")<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[Beast (G1)|The Beast]]<br />
*[[Mega-Dinobot]]<br />
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==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Combined forms]]<br />
[[Category:Generation 1 Dinobots]]<br />
[[Category:Generations Selects Dinobots]]<br />
[[Category:Generations Selects toy Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Power of the Primes Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:TakaraTomy Mall exclusives]]</div>
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<div>'''Blindpacking''' is a style of [[Packaging|package]] design in which the identity of the [[toy]] contained inside is obscured. Typically an entire wave or assortment will be blindpacked so that the consumer may know they are getting one of a small set of toys, but not which member of that set.<br />
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Marketers engage in this practice to encourage collectibility, and it is often coupled with the introduction of [[shortpacking|shortpacked]] or [[chase figure]]s.<br />
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Blindpacking is common among small ''Transformers'' collectibles in Japan, but is uncommon in the United States.<br />
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==Blindpacked products==<br />
===Japan===<br />
*Many of [[Kabaya]]'s lines, including:<br />
**[[Transformers Wafer Choco]]<br />
**[[Generation 1 Figure-Collection]]<br />
**[[Transformers: Beast Wars Choco]]<br />
**[[Beast Fighters]]<br />
**[[Beast Battler]]<br />
*[[Heroes of Cybertron (toyline)|Super Collection Figures]]<br />
*[[JUSCO]] exclusive [[Spychanger]]s<br />
*[[The Transformers: Micromaster]]<br />
*[[Mini Vehicle#Keychains|Mini Vehicle keychains]]<br />
*[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]<br />
*[[Q-Robo Collection Figure]]<br />
*[[Micron Booster]]<br />
*[[Transformers (2007 toyline)|Movie]] [[EZ Collection]] toys distributed by [[Subarudo]]<br />
*[[Boss Coffee]]'s PVC line<br />
===Outside Japan===<br />
*[[Mini-Con]]s with [[energon fizzy sweets]] (UK only)<br />
*[[Arms Micron]] (UK only)<br />
*[[Kre-O]] [[Micro-Changer]]s<br />
*[[Thrilling 30#CollectibleFigurines|''Thrilling 30'' Collectible Figurines]]<br />
*[[Tiny Titans]]<br />
*[[Alt-Modes]]<br />
*[[Tiny Turbo Changers|Tiny Turbo Changers]]<br />
*[[Transformers: BotBots (toyline)|BotBots]]<br />
*[[Super7#Keshi Surprise|Keshi Surprise]]<br />
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'''''Buzzworthy Bumblebee''''' is a ''very confusing'' toyline with a focus that has shifted over time. Initially, it was a cross-toyline [[subline imprint]] that focused on various incarnations of everybody's favourite yellow Autobot, [[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]. Toys from this line began appearing both in stock at online retailers and on store shelves in late [[2020]] and early [[2021]], while [[Hasbro]] never officially announced the line properly. With vibrant yellow packaging like the previous ''[[Transformers: Bumblebee (toyline)|Transformers: Bumblebee]]'' toyline, and package art prominently featuring [[Evergreen]] [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' centered around versions of Bumblebee from across the brand's history, as well as his human allies and Cybertronian foes.<br />
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In 2022, the line began to diversify ''considerably'', with the product output of figures that ''weren't'' Bumblebee outnumbering those that were by a large margin, due to otherwise unreleated [[redeco]]s of figures from the contemporary ''[[Studio Series]]'' and ''[[Legacy (toyline)|Legacy]]'' lines utilizing the ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' branding simply ''because''. 2022 was also when Hasbro actually bothered to officially acknowledge and announce these redecos in advance.<br />
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The line is [[exclusive]] to [[Target]] in the United States, and to [[Toys"R"Us]] in Canada.<br />
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{{quote|You've probably heard the buzz, but Bumblebee is kind of a big deal.|[[Hasbro Pulse]] / Target.com marketing copy}}<br />
==Toys==<br />
Owing to the... ''unsystematic'' layout of the ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' line, as well as its lack of any advance notice in terms of release schedule, we've elected to delineate this page into what toylines each figure (or multi-pack) supplements. The alternative would be to try and force a structure onto something that plainly doesn't have one, and that way lies madness. That said, the toylines being supplemented are listed in rough order of their introduction into the ''Buzzworthy'' line.<br />
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===<br />
[[File:TF-WFC-Trilogy-Buzzworthy-BB-Bumblebee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Core Class Bumblebee]]<br />
The ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' portion of ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' features the majority of the subline's new tooling, including two all-new molds: a diminutive Core Class Bumblebee (retailing for five (or more) bucks more than the regular Core Class, owing to an included Spike Witwicky mini-figure), and a Deluxe Class "Origin Bumblebee", representing the character's Cybertronian mode from "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]" for the first time in toy form. A "Worlds Collide" multi-pack also falls under this banner, and its selection of characters, combined with the volcanic environment depicted on Core Class Bumblebee's card art, more specifically ties these toys to the concurrent ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' subline in all but name.<br />
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{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Core Class'''</u><br />
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{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Bumblebee]] / [[Spike Witwicky (G1)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Spike Witwicky]] (2020)}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BuzzworthyOrigin|Origin Bumblebee]] (2021)}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
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{{Bp-multi|Worlds Collide (2021):}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Blackarachnia (BW)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Blackarachnia]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#WorldsCollide|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Fangry (G1)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Fangry]] (w/ [[Brisko#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Brisko]])}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Nemesis Primal]]}}<br />
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===''Studio Series''===<br />
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-74-Bumblebee-and-Sam.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Deluxe Class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Bumblebee]]<br />
[[File:TF-SS-TFTM-BB-Ironhide.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Voyager Class ''The Transformers: The Movie'' [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ironhide]]]]<br />
Tying into ''[[Studio Series]]'', this assortment copies that line's packaging design – including the cardboard diorama backdrops – but replaces ''Studio''{{'}}s ubiquitous red design elements with a friendly yellow. The first Deluxe Class assortment consists of figures mostly [[package refresh|redecoed and/or retooled]] from previous ''Studio Series'' releases, with each toy gaining a "BB" as part of its ID number to differentiate it from its mainline release. The 74BB ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Bumblebee actually ended up coming out ''earlier'' than its [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#SS74|"regular" counterpart]]. 2021 saw the addition of "Battle Packs", comprising of new backdrops and re-releases (or minor redecoes) of ''Studio'' toys dating back three years prior, and even a redeco of [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Tribute|a toy]] predating ''Studio Series'' entirely! A second Deluxe Class assortment followed in late 2021, now diversifying, like the main ''Studio Series'' line, into screen-accurate toys of characters from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. 2023 saw multiple new releases that resulted in all seven live-action movies being included in the line.<br />
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{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class assortment 1''' (2020)</u><br />
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{{Bp-a1|15BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW15|Bumblebee]]<br>(1976 Camaro, w/ [[Charlie Watson#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Charlie]], ''[[Bumblebee (film)|Bumblebee]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|26BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW26|WWII Bumblebee]]<br>(''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]'')}}<br />
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{{Bp-d1|40BB [[Shatter#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Shatter]]<br>(Plymouth, ''Bumblebee'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|74BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW74|Bumblebee]]<br>(2008 Camaro Concept, w/ [[Sam Witwicky#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Sam]], ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'')}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class assortment 2''' (2021)</u><br />
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{{Bp-a1|70BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW70|B-127]]<br>(''Bumblebee'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|86-02BB [[Kup (G1)/toys#BW8602|Kup]]<br>(''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|86-13BB [[Cliffjumper (G1)/toys#BW8613|Cliffjumper]]<br>(''The Transformers: The Movie'')}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Battle Packs''' (2021)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|18BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW18|Bumblebee]] VS 46BB [[Dropkick (Movie)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Dropkick]]<br>(''Bumblebee'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1d1|27BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW27|Clunker Bumblebee]] VS 28BB [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Barricade]]<br>(''Transformers'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1d1|79BB [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BW79|High Octane Bumblebee]] VS 02BB [[Stinger (AOE)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Decepticon Stinger]]<br>(''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'')}}<br />
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|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Standalone releases''' (2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|07BB [[Grimlock (AOE)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Grimlock]]<br>(''Age of Extinction'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|44BB [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BW44|Optimus Prime]]<br>(''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|86-24BB [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ironhide]] / 86-20BB [[Prowl (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Prowl]]<br>(''The Transformers: The Movie'')}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|95BB [[Bonecrusher (Movie)#BW95|N.E.S.T. Bonecrusher]]<br>(''Transformers'')}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|96BB [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#BW96|N.E.S.T. Autobot Ratchet]]<br>(''Dark of the Moon'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|102BB [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BBROTB|Optimus Prime]]<br>(''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Hatchet (DOTM)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Hatchet]]<br>(''Dark of the Moon'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Hound (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Hound]]<br>(''The Transformers: The Movie'')}}<br />
</ul><br />
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===''Age of Extinction''===<br />
[[File:Buzzworthy_Bumblebee_Mega_1-step.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mega 1-Step Bumblebee]]<br />
Outside of the "''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]''"-branded toylines, ''Buzzworthy'' saw the surprise return of [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)#Robots in Disguise|''Age of Extinction''{{'}}s ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Mega1Step|Mega 1-Step Bumblebee]]. The new packaging still features the iconography of that movie's toyline.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Mega 1-Step'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Mega 1-Step Bumblebee]] (2020)}}<br />
|}<br />
{{-}}<br />
===''Cyberverse''===<br />
[[File:Buzzworthy_Bumblebee_Trash_Crash.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Spark Armor Bumblebee and Trash Crash]]<br />
''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' mostly goes for re-releases to represent the ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (franchise)|Cyberverse]]'' corner of the franchise, with the only exception so far being "Spark Armor" Bumblebee's smaller partner, a redecoed version of [[Grimlock (Cyberverse)|Grimlock]]'s partner [[Trash Crash]]. In addition to the Spark Armor assortment, this segment of the toyline also includes a boxed set of four unchanged Warrior Class figures, an assortment of thus far eight equally unchanged 1-Step Changers and a boxed set of three unchanged Deluxe Class figures – the packaging for which doesn't actually ''say'' "''Cyberverse''" anywhere, but we've put them all here for the sake of convenience.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Spark Armor''' (2020)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Bumblebee]] & [[Trash Crash#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Trash Crash]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Megatron]] & [[Chopper Cut#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Chopper Cut]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''1-Step Changers wave 1''' (2022)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Wheeljack (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Wheeljack]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Shockwave (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Shockwave]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''1-Step Changers wave 2''' (2022)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Megatron]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Sky-Byte (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Sky-Byte]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''1-Step Changers wave 3''' (2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Prowl (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Prowl]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy 1Step|Starscream]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Roll & Combine''' (2023)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumbleswoop|Bumblebee]] / [[Swoop (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Dinobot Swoop]] ([[Bumbleswoop]])}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|Evergreen Warrior Multipack (2021):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Warrior|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Warrior|Megatron]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Starscream]]}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
{{Bp-a1|Heroes of Cybertron (2022):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Deluxe|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Deluxe|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Cheetor (Cyberverse)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Cheetor]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
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{{-}}<br />
===''Bumblebee''===<br />
The then-recent ''Bumblebee'' movie toyline was represented in ''Buzzworthy'' through unchanged re-releases starting with a repackaged [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Bumblebee|Power Charge Bumblebee]].<br />
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A two-pack consisting of two "Energon Igniters" figures was listed at Target's website as being co-branded as part of the seventh installment in the [[live-action film series]], ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Transformers: Rise of the Beasts]]'', ahead of the official announcement of ''any'' toys connected to it. Later on, when the two-pack was listed again on the [[Toys"R"Us]] Hong Kong page, the branding on the packaging was changed to that of the ''Bumblebee'' film, presumably due to the one-year delay of the ''Rise of the Beasts'' release date.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Power Charge'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BuzzPC|Power Charge Bumblebee]] (2021)}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|Energon Escape (2022):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BuzzEE|Bumblebee]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
|}<br />
<br />
{{-}}<br />
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2015)===<br />
[[File:Buzzworthy_Crash_Combiner_Bumblegrim.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|By this far down the page, the word "Bumblebee" has lost all meaning.]]<br />
Apparently leaving no stone unturned, ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' reaches into the 2015 [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|''Robots in Disguise'' toyline]] and brings back some [[Crash Combiner]]s, now rechristened as "Crash & Combine" toys. These partially automorphing toys curiously make use of "[[evergreen]]" designs for each individual character art – though the combiner identities are rendered in the characteristic ''Robots in Disguise'' art style. We've elected to keep things simple and put them on the ''Robots in Disguise'' characters' pages.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Crash & Combine''' (2021)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (RID 2015)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Grimlock]] / [[Bumblebee (WFC)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Bumblebee]] ([[Bumblegrim#Toys|Bumblegrim]])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (RID 2015)#Primelock|Grimlock]] / [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Optimus Prime]] ([[Primelock#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Primelock]])}}<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
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{{-}}<br />
===''Legacy''===<br />
[[File:TF-Legacy-Buzzworthy-Bumblebee-Silverstreak.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Deluxe Class Autobot Silverstreak]]<br />
The ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' portion of ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' features a ''[[Diaclone]]''-styled redeco to complement the ''Legacy''-branded ''[[Generations Selects (toyline)|Generations Selects]]'' line, as well as redecoes of ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' figures based on the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|original ''Beast Wars'' toyline]].<br />
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{| style="margin-left:1em;"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Deluxe Class'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Silverstreak (Legacy)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Autobot Silverstreak]] (2022)}}<br />
{{Bp-p1|[[Terrorsaur (BW)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Evil Predacon Terrorsaur]] (2022)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Jazz (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Origin Autobot Jazz]] (2023)}} <br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Tow-Line (RID)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Tow-Line]] (2023)}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Voyager Class'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-m1|[[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Heroic Maximal Dinobot]] (2022)}}<br />
</ul><br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<u>'''Multi-packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi|Creatures Collide (2022):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#CreaturesCollide|Autobot Goldbug]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Ransack (G1)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ransack]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Scorponok (BW)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Predacon Scorponok]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-p1|[[Skywasp#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Skywasp]]}}<br />
</ul><br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi| Troop Builder Multipack (2023):}}<br />
:{{Bp-a1|[[Autotrooper (Animated)#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|Animated Universe Autotrooper]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d2|[[Cybertronian (faction)#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|G2 Universe Cybertronian Trooper]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-d1|[[Air Warrior#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|Decepticon Seeker]]}}<br />
:{{Bp-qu|[[Quintesson Bailiff#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Quintesson Trooper]]}}<br />
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|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
|}<br />
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{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts''===<br />
[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastWeaponizersScorponok.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Beast Weaponizer Scorponok]]<br />
Of course, with a big new movie in theaters, ''Buzzworthy'' wasn't going to get left out of ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)| Rise of the Beasts]]'' product. <br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" <br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Jungle Mission 3-Packs'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-multi|[[Cheetor (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Cheetor]] / [[Nightbird (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Nightbird]] / [[Wheeljack (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Wheeljack]] (2023)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1m1|[[Airazor (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Airazor]] / [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#JM|Bumblebee]] / [[Mirage (Movie)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Autobot Mirage]] (2023)}}<br />
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|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Beast Weaponizers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-p1|[[Scorponok (ROTB)#BuzzworthyBumblebee|Predacon Scorponok]] & [[Sandspear#BuzzworthyBumblebee|Sandspear]] (2023)}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Smash Changers'''</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-ter|[[Scourge (ROTB)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Scourge]] (2023)}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
|<br />
|}<br />
{{comingsoontoy|Bumblebee/Airazor/Mirage 3-Pack}}<br />
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<br />
{{-}}<br />
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==Notes==<br />
* The "Worlds Collide" multi-pack made headlines for suddenly appearing at a [[Walmart]] store (due to an apparent shipment error) in the U.S., rather than the line's exclusive retailer, Target.<ref>https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/buzzworthy-bumblebee-worlds-collide-inhand-images.1216835/ TFW2005 discussion with screenshots, 26 July 2021</ref> Similarly, the two "Crash & Combine" sets popped up at a [[Toys"R"Us]] in [[Canada]] before any [[United States of America|US]] sighting.<br />
* The ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' toyline's exclusivity was split between two stores in [[New Zealand]], with {{w|Kmart Australia|Kmart}} only carrying figures aimed at younger audiences such as the "Mega 1-Step Bumblebee", and even the Core Class "Bumblebee / Spike Witwicky" two-pack, while {{w|Farmers Trading Company|Farmers}} carried the rest. On the other hand, several items, such as the "Worlds Collide" pack, never saw release in New Zealand, but the ''Studio Series''-branded "Battle Packs" did, and were sold through Farmers. While likewise not receiving all items, [[Australia]] saw a similar release split between Kmart and {{w|Target Australia|its version of Target}} for the majority of the line, with larger items like the "Worlds Collide" set instead appearing at Mr Toys Toyworld, {{w|JB Hi-Fi}} and {{w|EB Games Australia|EB Games}}/{{w|ZiNG Pop Culture Australia|ZiNG Pop Culture}}.<br />
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==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Aligned toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Cyberverse (2018)]]<br />
[[Category:Exclusive toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Generation 1 toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Legacy]]<br />
[[Category:Live-action film series toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015)]]<br />
[[Category:Subline imprint]]<br />
[[Category:War for Cybertron Trilogy]]</div>
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Sunstreaker (G1)
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{{disambig3|Sunstreaker}}{{suite}}<br />
:''Sunstreaker is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker-IDW-Guidi.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hi. I'm better than you.]]<br />
'''Sunstreaker''' knows to the core of his [[spark]] that he is better than any other Autobot, and he makes sure everyone else knows it, too. His sociopathic tendencies, combined with his incredible vanity and arrogance, usually result in tension between himself and the other Autobots. He is generally unwilling to help those who are having trouble keeping up, and is quite audible when it comes to complaining about the shortcomings of everyone else. The only Autobot he truly gets along with is his [[twin]] [[Relatives|brother]], [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], and even that can seem strained at times.<br />
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The main reason [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] keeps him around is most likely Sunstreaker's effectiveness on the battlefield. Ruthless and skilled in all forms of combat, there is not much Sunstreaker cannot handle. As a front-line warrior, Sunstreaker is a great asset for the [[Autobot]] army. If a rather scary one.<br />
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{{bigquote|I'm transforming! I see my true beauty emerging!|Sunstreaker|"[[The Autobot Run]]"}}<br />
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==Fiction==<br />
===Marvel Comics continuity===<br />
====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br />
{{noteukonly}}<br />
[[File:State games 1.JPG|thumb|left|upright=1.0|Cannot, in fact, beat Megatron with one hand behind his back.]]<br />
''Prior to the outbreak of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s [[Great War (G1)|planet-wide civil war]], Sunstreaker was a gladiator in the [[Games (competition)|Games]] held between the [[Polities of Cybertron|city states]]. He was once brutally beaten by [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] in combat, and would have been killed if [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] had not stepped in.'' {{storylink|State Games}}<br />
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[[File:Magnificent6_crop.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|The Magnificent 1+]]<br />
''Early into the Autobot-Decepticon war, Sunstreaker was a member of the [[Magnificent Six]] a team of Autobot warriors tasked with infiltrating Decepticon-held territories and sowing discord from within. During a mission to [[Yuss]], he helped destroy a band of Decepticons terrorizing the town, and was hailed as a hero by the resident [[neutral]]ists for it. A retaliatory strike proved harder to repel, as the Autobots found themselves facing off against [[Megadeath (G1)|Megadeath]] and his elite cadre. The Magnificent Six managed to hold Yuss's borders for a week, but the locals grew to resent them as the violence took its toll on them. The civilians were eventually pushed into betraying the Autobots after Sunstreaker made an indelicate joke about the destruction of Yuss's Ampodrome, a beloved museum. The entire unit was captured and submitted to horrendous torture under Megadeath's care.''<br />
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''In one of Megadeath's sadistic games, the Decepticon gave five of the six Autobots blasters, and offered them a chance to win their freedom; they only needed to stop him from killing [[Stampede]], the only unarmed member. Sunstreaker and the others failed to even take up arms, so thoroughly had the Decepticon succeeded in breaking them by that point. Afterwards, Megadeath gave the Autobots two hours to find his neutralist prisoners before he detonated five [[neutron bomb]]s and obliterated the entire region. Finding their mettle, the Autobots forwent any attempt to rescue either themselves or the civilians for the Decepticon's entertainment. They instead hid, then ambushed and crippled Megadeath when he came to investigate their lack of action. Megadeath refused to divulge where he had stashed the neutralists, so the Autobots left him behind to die to his own device. When questioned about what had transpired during their mission, the survivors lied and claimed not to remember any of it.'' {{storylink|The Magnificent Six!}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was among the crew of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] that crashed on [[Earth]] four million years. {{storylink|The Transformers (issue)|The Transformers}}<br />
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An erroneous account would later place Sunstreaker as part of a group of Autobots posted on Cybertron hundreds of years ago who, upon detecting the [[Underbase]] heading towards Earth, sent out [[Raindance|two]] [[Grand Slam (G1)|mini-cassettes]] to forewarn the Autobots posted on the organic world of its arrival. {{storylink|Club Con!}}<ref>The flashback in "[[Club Con!]]" depicting Sunstreaker, Beachcomber, Perceptor, and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] on Cybertron is screwy for all kinds of reasons. Aside from the fact that Sunstreaker was on Earth at the time and Defensor hadn't even been created then, Beachcomber and Perceptor would first learn that Optimus Prime still lived in "The Smelting Pool!", when they intercepted the signal that [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]] sent in "[[The Next Best Thing to Being There!]]".</ref><br />
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[[File:SunstreakerBlastsSkywarp.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|When Sunstreaker "puts his shoulder into it"... people get slagged.]]<br />
Sunstreaker and the rest of the Ark's crew were eventually awakened in [[1984]]. {{storylink|The Transformers (issue)|The Transformers}}<br />
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''In the first few days on Earth, Sunstreaker was teamed up with [[Jazz (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Jazz]] in a mission to scout out Megatron's new base. When [[Thundercracker (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Thundercracker]] and [[Skywarp (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Skywarp]] showed up and thrashed Jazz, Sunstreaker opted to run rather than risk his finish getting messed up. He diverted the jets' attack towards a human military camp, and though he received minimal damage, his plan worked; by bringing the Decepticons close enough to the camp, the humans were provoked into themselves attacking the Decepticons. Thundercracker and Skywarp were driven off, but some soldiers were injured in the confrontation.'' {{storylink|...Perchance to Dream}} He engaged the Decepticons in battle at the [[S. Witwicky Auto Repairs & Tow Service|Witwicky garage]], firing his [[electron pulse gun]] at the incoming jets while his brother Sideswipe took the fight to them with his [[Jet pack|rocket backpack]], but ultimately failed to keep them from kidnapping [[Sparkplug Witwicky]]. {{storylink|Power Play!}} Sunstreaker took part in the mission to rescue Sparkplug from the Decepticons' [[Fortress Sinister|fortress]] and managed to hit Skywarp with one of his shoulder-mounted, laser-guided, ground-to-air [[missile]]s during a brief skirmish, thus proving (at least to himself) that he was Cybertron's greatest warrior. {{storylink|Prisoner of War!}}<br />
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''While repairing the Ark, Sunstreaker looked on as [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] flipped out and attacked Sideswipe, the former's mind altered thanks to a short circuit. After the renegade Autobot had been seemingly destroyed in trial by combat with [[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Starscream]], Sunstreaker was depressed but was soon overjoyed to learn that Brawn's apparent death had been a [[Hologram|holographic ruse]] perpetrated by [[Mirage (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Mirage]] and Optimus Prime.'' {{storylink|The Enemy Within!}} ''Shortly afterwards the Ark was attacked by the Decepticons and Sunstreaker tussled with [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] before all the combatants were disabled by [[Aunty|Auntie]], the Ark's computer, and only freed thanks to the unlikely pairing of [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] and [[Ravage (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ravage]].'' {{storylink|Raiders of the Last Ark}} Sunstreaker was relatively low on fuel after this, and so gave up his remaining power in the transference chambers to power up Prime, [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]], [[Ironhide (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ironhide]], [[Bluestreak (G1)|Bluestreak]] and Mirage for combat against the Decepticons... but then joined them for the battle anyway. {{storylink|The Last Stand}}<br />
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[[File:SunstreakerScrapped.jpg|thumb|upright=1.9|Poor Sunstreaker was too sociopathic for even the comic.]]<br />
When [[Shockwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Shockwave]] took control over the Decepticons and possession of the Ark, he destroyed Sunstreaker's body as a demonstration and warning to the deposed [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]]. {{storylink|The New Order}} His remains were strung up from the Ark's ceiling thereafter. {{storylink|Repeat Performance!}} Because of this, Sunstreaker's body was in disrepair for a very long time; at one point, when [[G.B. Blackrock]] asked about him in the med bay, Jazz told him that [[Ratchet (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ratchet]] wasn't even sure if Sunstreaker would ever be operational again. {{storylink|The Next Best Thing to Being There!}} <br />
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[[File:Grimlockwasthatwise.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.67|"I get to do something again--we're fighting [[Unicron|WHAT]]?"]]<br />
However, Sunstreaker was fully repaired in time to view the duel between [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]] on the [[Moon (moon)|moon]]. The match was interrupted by a Decepticon attack, and Sunstreaker came under fire. {{storylink|Totaled!}} He was badly damaged again, and he wound up in stasis aboard the Ark again, to be revived by [[Nucleon (substance)|Nucleon]] in [[1990]], when he and the other newly revived Autobots joined the attack on [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]]. {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}} Surprisingly, he survived ''that'' battle as he was able to attend the first meeting of the shaky Autobot-Decepticon alliance. {{storylink|Exodus!}} Once the alliance had fallen apart, the Autobots tracked [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s forces to the planet of [[Klo]] where they were ambushed and most of them, including Sunstreaker, were killed. However, he was resurrected a short time later thanks to the arrival of Optimus Prime and the [[Last Autobot]]. {{storylink|End of the Road! (US)|End of the Road!}}<br />
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=====Future timelines=====<br />
In the far-flung future year of [[2005]], the Decepticons staged an assault on [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]]. Optimus Prime and his soldiers on [[Moonbase One]] traveled to Earth to defend their comrades. Sunstreaker was present when Prime rolled out to engage Megatron in battle personally. {{storylink|The Planet-Eater!}}<br />
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=====Earthforce=====<br />
{{earthforcefiction}}<br />
[[File:Sunstreakerg1uk.jpg|thumb|I'm YELLOW, dammit!]]<br />
An injured Sunstreaker, along with several other Autobots, was awakened not by Nucleon, but by [[Galvatron II|Galvatron]]'s [[mind bug]]. Galvatron had studied their dreams in the aim of finding dissenting members of the Autobots that he hoped to put into his own employ, but after a short skirmish, Galvatron's own mind was hijacked by an invention cobbled by [[Wheeljack (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Wheeljack]]. Sunstreaker had been off-line so much while on Earth that he needed the others to explain who Galvatron was to him. {{storylink|...Perchance to Dream}} Unlike everyone else who was brought back, Sunstreaker came out of the experience with absolutely no changes in personality, temperament, or maturity! Even though he'd relived letting people die! {{storylink|Transformers Annual 1990|1990 Sunstreaker profile}}<br />
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Sunstreaker and the others would go on to join the Earthforce unit, under [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]'s command. {{storylink|Break-Away!}} Initially operating out of their [[Ark shuttlecraft|shuttle]], they decided to abandon the [[Autobot Code]] and do things their own way. {{storylink|Once upon a Time...}} After [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] foolishly broadcast [[Prowl (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Prowl]]'s location over an open channel, [[Jazz (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Jazz]] and Sunstreaker had to race to beat the Decepticons to the site. Prowl had just disabled an [[Global warming satellite|atmosphere-destroying bomb]] of [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]]'s before it reached apex, but the poison on board was still a viable threat. They didn't beat the Decepticons to the landing site, but before they could jump into the fray, Prowl pulled Jazz and Sunstreaker aside. He had already cleared out the poison, so the two Decepticon factions were fighting over nothing! {{storylink|Life in the Slow Lane}} <br />
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Sunstreaker often got into fights with Dinobots as they couldn't resist dissing him. {{storylink|Transformers Annual 1990|1990 Sunstreaker profile}}<br />
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Later, Sunstreaker helped Jazz, [[Ironhide (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ironhide]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Bumblebee]] ruin the Decepticon [[Enclave]] and any chance of peace between Megatron and Shockwave by faking an assassination attempt on Megatron. Once the Decepticons' in-fighting had taken them out of the caves they had originally been holding their soirée in, the Autobots took the opportunity to have some festivities of their own, nabbing what snacks their enemies had left behind. {{storylink|The Bad Guy's Ball!}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was present with the entire Earthforce team outside Autobot Earthbase when Wheeljack unveiled his brand-new unbreachable defensive system. This was unfortunate, as Wheeljack had forgotten that, once activated, the system could only be turned off from the inside, forcing Prowl to run the gauntlet and reach the shutdown console within. {{storylink|The House that Wheeljack Built!}}<br />
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When [[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]] kidnapped the Autobots' ally, [[Irwin Spoon]], Sunstreaker joined the other Autobot cars for an impromptu chase scene. He negotiated his way through the various [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticon]] attacks and delaying tactics, but finally hit the wall (literally) when Motormaster detached his cab segment and left his trailer jackknifed across the highway. 'Streaker hit it head-on, and wound up with a legitimate complaint about his bodywork. {{storylink|End of the Road! (UK)|End of the Road!}}<br />
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Much later, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus]] unwittingly reunited the surviving members of the [[Magnificent Six]] for a mission to the [[Acid Wastes]]. He suspected the [[Underbase]]'s ruins still held a connection to Cybertron's core, which they could tap into to defeat [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]]. Despite the mission's urgency, Sunstreaker and the others made excuses to be excluded from it. Optimus was bewildered by this apparent display of cowardice, and sent them forth anyways, with [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] along to round out the team.<br />
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[[File:Magnificent Six the end.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|It was a profoundly sombre moment; the mournful atmosphere only slightly punctured when Silverbolt lit one of his farts.]]<br />
Sunstreaker, [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]], Prowl, Wheeljack, and Jazz found themselves haunted by their past trauma, causing them to hesitate with increasing frequency as they delved deeper into the region. When they reached the remnants of [[Yuss]], all five froze in place completely, despite all attempts Silverbolt made at prodding them forward. They were thus incapable of fighting back when they were accosted by a swarm of mutated mechs, survivors of the Neutronic holocaust that they had failed to prevent millions of years ago. But another ghost from their past held even greater sway over them: [[Megadeath (G1)|Megadeath]] had survived as well, and took the group captive once more! Having realized that his teammates were plagued by past trauma, Silverbolt sought to shock Sunstreaker and the others back to their senses through ridicule, calling the five "the Autobots' resident losers." This riled them enough for the truth of what had transpired in Yuss to finally come forth. Silverbolt convinced his comrades that they were stronger than they thought, and the group's confidence slowly returned. With hate and cold fury driving them, Sunstreaker and his war-time companions confronted Megadeath while Silverbolt saw to the mutated neutralists being freed from his control. Sunstreaker and the others battered down their former torturer, only stopping short of the killing blow. But Megadeath would rather kill himself, while taking the Autobots with him, than admit defeat; he breached his own nuclear core, beginning a destructive chain reaction. The Autobots fled to once more avoid annihilation.<br />
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Having overcome their ghosts, the Autobots resumed their initial mission, and reached the former site of the Underbase with the neutralists in tow. {{storylink|The Magnificent Six!}}<br />
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=====Another Time & Place=====<br />
Sunstreaker stormed the [[Hydrus Four]] facility with his fellow Autobots to rescue Grimlock and the Dinobots. He almost took a shot in the back from a Decepticon, but Optimus Prime took out his attacker. {{storylink|Another Time & Place}}<br />
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====''Classics''====<br />
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Sunstreaker and Sideswipe joined Optimus Prime's crew on Earth after Megatron resurfaced. They braved the Ark's defenses in order to break inside and recover their lost comrade, Ratchet. As an expression of his concern, Sunstreaker made no mention of the chips and tarnish of his paint job when they freed Ratchet, and together the twins carried their medic friend away to safety. {{storylink|At Fight's End}}<br />
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Subsequently, Sunstreaker was stationed with several other Autobots in [[Canada]] within the ''[[Ark II]]''. He was present one day when [[Rad (G1)|Rad]] reported from the [[Ironworks (facility)|Ironworks]] base in [[Oregon]] about a foiled attack by [[Overlord (G1)|Gigatron]] and his Decepticons. Soon thereafter, due to the actions of an evil [[Ultra Magnus (SG)|Ultra Magnus]] from [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|another dimension]], a rift of space time opened over Earth, causing catastrophes worldwide. Sunstreaker assisted his peers in evacuating a devastated city block. {{storylink|Invasion (issue)|Invasion}}<br />
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Most of the Autobots relocated to the Ironworks after their Earth transported into the negative polarity universe. Sunstreaker and the crew were pulled to safety in [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock's]] shuttle as the planet started to come apart around them. {{storylink|The Future Buried...}}<br />
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====''Regeneration One''====<br />
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Sunstreaker was part of the unit that accompanied Optimus Prime to confront Megatron on the devastated planet Earth. {{storylink|Loose Ends, Part 3}} After the battle had been won, Sunstreaker and [[Roadbuster (G1)|Roadbuster]] were assigned to guard the crashed Ark. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part One}}<br />
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He was later seen at the [[Presidium (facility)|Presidium]] during [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ultra Magnus]]'s final charge against the attacking Decepticon forces. {{storylink|Destiny, Part Five}}<br />
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====''Transformers '84''====<br />
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===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br />
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An original member of the Autobots when they crash-landed on Earth, Sunstreaker participated in a fair amount of battles against the Decepticons. He also did a fair amount of ''zilch'' in those battles. By 2005, he was stationed on the Autobot Moon Base as part of Optimus Prime's crew, while also being stationed on Autobot City, Earth, as part of Ultra Magnus's troops. He got around.<br />
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In a splinter timeline, Sunstreaker had a few more unremarkable adventures, such as one where he ''almost'' gained a [[Binaltech (technology)|Binaltech]] body, but didn't. He later joined the [[Interplanetary Personnel Exchange Program]] and became partners with the human [[Kelly (RID)|Junko Shiragami]], whose hair he enjoyed sniffing.<br />
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===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books===<br />
Sunstreaker and Optimus lifted themselves up into Earth orbit using electro-magnetic lifts. Wielding a gigantic sheet of reflective metal between them, they beamed back towards the Decepticons’ satellite the deadly heat the evil robots had used to melt the [[Rocky Mountains|Rockies]] into a puddle of molten rock. The satellite's energy turned against itself caused it to explode spectacularly. {{storylink|Satellite of Doom}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots sent to attack Megatron and Soundwave during their latest scheme to extract oil from underneath the jungle of Brazil. The Decepticons managed to escape once more during the attack. {{storylink|Storms of Destruction}}<br />
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===Sticker Adventures books===<br />
In the aftermath of a battle with the Decepticons, the Autobots found that Decepticon activities had seemingly stopped altogether. Taking advantage of the situation, Optimus went on a trip. Shortly afterwards, Gears discovered that the Autobot's entire fuel supply had been stolen. Thinking he was exaggerating, Sunstreaker told Gears to stop complaining, only for Bumblebee to tell him Gears was correct in his assertion. With their fuel gone, the Autobots were at a huge disadvantage when the Decepticons attacked again. Thankfully, Optimus returned just in time with a new shipment of fuel. Re-energized, the Autobots forced the Decepticons to flee once again. {{storylink|Revenge of the Decepticons}}<br />
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When the Decepticons attacked an Autobot construction site, Sunstreaker helped his fellow Autobots in driving them back. {{storylink|Return to Cybertron}}<br />
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===Marvel Storybooks continuity===<br />
Sunstreaker joined Optimus and the rest of the thirty-five Autobots stationed on Earth on an invasion of the Decepticons' headquarters. In the battle that ensued, he blasted Rumble in order to prevent him from creating an earthquake, only to be shot himself by Skywarp. Thankfully, Sunstreaker's durable steel skin resisted the blast. The Autobots were enventually jettisoned from the Decepticons' headquarters and, after some minor repairs, returned to confront Megatron, now with the Decepticons' plan to take over the Earth well under way. Megatron revealed his trump card, The Devastator, for the first time. Unfazed by the formation of the colossus, Sunstreaker led a small group of Autobots as a first strike force against the gestalt. For all of his efforts, Sunstreaker was picked up like a doll by The Devastator while the rest of his squand were blasted by The Devastator's gun. Thanks to the Dinobots' timely intervention, the Autobots eventually succeeded in defeating the Decepticons, and returned to their own base victorious. {{storylink|Battle for Earth}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was enjoying some alone time, polishing his chrome while he admired his transformation abilities. He was so engrossed in looking at his reflection in a nearby pond that he failed to notice [[Devastator (G1)|a giant Decepticon]] sneaking up on him. Only when the robot blotted out Sunstreaker's light did the vain Autobot take notice. Though Sunstreaker attempted to escape, the Decepticon stomped down on him, damaging his chrome. Sunstreaker's ego having been bruised, he attempted to engage the enemy. This only resulted in Sunstreaker being captured and brought to a prison cell within the Decepticons' headquarters.<br />
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The Decepticon warrior, Devastator, revealed to Sunstreaker that he was the combined form of six Constructicons. Megatron approached Sunstreaker, and informed the hostage that his teammates would soon be forced into surrendering. Sunstreaker took a potshot at Megatron as the Decepticon leader walked away, and was bombarded by the Decepticons for his insolence. Sunstreaker crawled to a corner of his cell to tend to his wounds.<br />
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The other Autobots attempted to rescue Sunstreaker. This resulted in [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]], [[Slag (G1)|Slag]] and [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] to be captured by Devastator as well, and they were put in Sunstreaker's cell.<br />
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The next morning, the four prisoners were brought outside to look upon a statue of Devastator. Megatron informed his prisoners that the statue was a gift from the Autobots, signifying that they surrendered. Despite a letter from Optimus conceding this to be the state of affairs, Sunstreaker and the others refused to accept that the Autobots would simply forfeit the Earth. The statue was in fact an Autobot ruse. Reinforcements burst forth from within the false peace offering, and the Autobots ambushed Devastator. A massive battle followed, with the Autobots emerging victorious. Sunstreaker was amongst the Autobots still standing after the kerfuffle, and was instructed by Optimus to help carry the wounded back to Autobot headquarters. {{storylink|The Autobots' Secret Weapon}}<br />
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===Marvel coloring books===<br />
Sunstreaker was one of the many Autobots who saved Sparkplug and Buster Witwicky from being killed by a squad of Decepticons. Later, when the Decepticons attacked the Hoover Dam, <s>Spin-Out</s> Sunstreaker fought Thundercracker and was badly damaged. Thankfully, Sparkplug was able to fix him in no time, and the Autobots managed to repel the Decepticons once more. {{storylink|The Deadly Fuel Shortage}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was part of the Autobot convoy that accompanied Optimus Prime when the Autobots learned the Decepticons were stealing fuel from all across the globe with the help of a [[molecular transfer device]]. Laserbeak attempted to sneak up on Sunstreaker, but Jazz stepped in and used his flamethrower to blast the Decepticon. {{storylink|Summertime Coloring Book}}<br />
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Sunstreaker (or Sideswipe) was part of a small strike team of Autobots assembled by Ultra Magnus to help the Dinobots, who were currently engaged in battle against the Decepticons, just outside of Autobot City. After they defeated the Decepticons, Sunstreaker/Sideswipe and the others were cheered on by the nearby oil rig workers as they drove back to Autobot City. {{storylink|Battle at Oil Valley}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was returning from a road trip with Daniel, Hound and Hot Rod, Bumblebee, Blurr, Wheelie, Springer and Kup when the group paused to eat at a rest stop. As the Autobots ingested Energon Cubes, Hot Rod asked Kup to tell a story. Kup told the others the story of how, upon first crash landing in Mt. St. Hillary, the Ark had lost an enormous shipment of Energon Cubes that remained lost to the day. Enthralled by Kup's story, the rest of the group were all eager to go looking for this lost treasure. Then Springer and Sunstreaker noticed Laserbeak taking off from their location. The two Autobots attempted to shoot him down to no avail. The Autobots realized that Laserbeak had been spying on them the whole time, and would soon inform Galvatron about the lost Energon shipment. Sunstreaker and the others rushed back to Metroplex to inform Ultra Magnus on the situation. After a brief conference, Ultra Magnus led his troops to the Ark's crash site. Finding the Decepticons there already, the two factions began to fight. When the Energon stash was uncovered, it was completely gobbled up by Starscream who proclaimed himself the most powerful Decepticon. With nothing left to fight over, Sunstreaker and the Autobots left Galvatron and Starscream to their squabble. {{storylink|The Lost Treasure of Cybertron}}<br />
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===Big Looker storybooks continuity===<br />
Upon first awakening on Earth after being offline for about 65 million years, Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots who attempted to take the Decepticons by surprise while the evil robots still did not know what Earth forms the Autobots had taken. Though they successfully took by surprise a squadron of Decepticons, the Autobots had not anticipated a second group flying in from the opposite direction. Thanks to a warning from Spike and Sparkplug, the Autobots managed to fend off the Decepticons, and came to accept Earth as their new home. {{storylink|Battle for Cybertron}}<br />
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During a Decepticon plot to steal an oil truck, [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] short-circuited the truck's wiring so that it couldn't move. Sunstreaker countered his move, however, using electron pulses to restart the truck and get it back in action. {{storylink|Decepticon Hijack}} <br />
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When the Decepticons invaded a car show at the Coliseum, Sunstreaker was one of the robots in disguise who infiltrated the show to thwart the Decepticon plot. {{storylink|Car Show Blow Up}}<br />
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===The Battle for Planet Earth===<br />
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Sunstreaker was among the Autobots who traveled to [[South America]] in search of energy, and fought the Decepticons on [[Mount Sheelah]]. {{storylink|Terror of Mount Sheelah}} Resting after a day of hard work repairing the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]], Sunstreaker and the other Autobots watched [[television]]. On learning that the Decepticons were kidnapping humans, Sunstreaker agreed that [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] was best suited to go investigate the Decepticon base. {{storylink|Bumblebee to the Rescue (G1)|Bumblebee to the Rescue}} He was also among the Autobots who thwarted the Decepticon invasion of [[Stanley Lake]] dam. {{storylink|Menace at the Dam}} When [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] announced he wanted to defect to the Autobots, Sunstreaker thought the Air Commander's experience might be of use to them. As it turned out, Starscream was a spy, and the Autobots used him to send the Decepticons on a wild goose chase, during which Sunstreaker and the rest of the Autobots destroyed the Decepticon base. {{storylink|Espionage!!!!!}}<br />
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===Ladybird Books continuity===<br />
Sunstreaker and Sideswipe marveled at Spike's explanation of electricity that comes from the sky. {{storylink|Autobots' Lightning Strike}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was part of a battle unit assembled by Optimus Prime to stop the Decepticons from seizing control of...a single windmill. (No, really.) {{storylink|Laserbeak's Fury}}<br />
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===''S.T.A.R.S.'' continuity===<br />
When [[Johnny (G1)|Johnny]] spotted [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] stealing energy, he called his Autobot allies through his S.T.A.R.S. control center. Sunstreaker was amongst those who responded to Johnny's call. {{storylink|Have the Decepticons defeated us once and for all?}} Sunstreaker and the other Autobots struggled against Thundercracker energy-syphoning powers. {{storylink|Can one boy, alone, hold back the evil Decepticons?}} What happened afterwards is not known.<br />
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Later, Ultra Magnus pleaded for [[you]] to "requisition" Sunstreaker and other Autobots in order to combat the Decepticon threat. Using the human power known as "imagination," S.T.A.R.S. recruits could perceive what it was like to be Sunstreaker. {{storylink|You Have Been Chosen.}}<br />
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Before the construction of Autobot City on Earth, Optimus led a convoy of Autobots to find the ideal location for their new base's construction. Sunstreaker was amongst the troops accompanying Optimus. As they drove along, the Autobots were ambushed by the Decepticons. The battle that ensued later came to be known as "[[Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction (G1)|Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction]]." {{storylink|Rodimus Prime remembers the Transformers greatest battle on Earth.}} {{storylink|The Autobots Are Under Attack!}}<br />
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===''Find Your Fate Junior''===<br />
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====Dinobots Strike Back====<br />
In the path where Mirage used a hologram of Optimus Prime to lure the four [[cerebro-shell]]-controlled [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] over the edge of [[Bandit's Bluff]] and into the ocean, Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots crewing [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray's]] destroyer mode. He helped haul the unconscious quartet aboard for safe transport back to the Ark. <br />
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If Optimus Prime chose to immediately attack the Dinobots without a real plan, Sunstreaker responded to Sideswipe's request for help defeating [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] with a series of high-energy electron pulses, ultimately knocking the Dinobot commander over and dislodging his cerebro-shell. {{storylink|Dinobots Strike Back}}<br />
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====Earthquake====<br />
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While the Autobots were enjoying a lull in Decepticon activity, Sunstreaker took the time to polish up his "gorgeous body." He also mused on how the Decepticons would have trouble enjoying down-time, as they all transformed into machines of war.<br />
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In one possible sequence of events, Beachcomber, Windcharger and Powerglide uncovered a Decepticon ploy to destroy Center City. When splitting up the Autobot forces to combat the Decepticons on two fronts, one at their headquarters and the other at Center City, Optimus assigned Sunstreaker to the secondary team.<br />
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If the secondary team was tasked with attacking the Decepticons’ fortress, they were able to stealthily infiltrate the base and discover the Decepticon's lab. Sunstreaker may have bumped into Cosmos if the Autobot spaceship joined their team thereafter, and led him to the rest of the squadron. The Autobots were then able to redirect the Destruction Beam back to its source, destroying the Decepticons and their base.<br />
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In another version of these events, Megatron called his troops to his location, so that they could all partake in Cosmos's dismemberment. Before the Decepticons were able to begin, Cosmos spotted the secondary team hiding nearby. Surrounding the Decepticons, the secondary team engaged their enemies. Though the Autobots defeated the Decepticons, they were unable to interfere with the Destruction beam. The Destruction beame then reached its target, and Center City was destroyed. Though the Autobots were able to gain control of the Decepticon fortress and destroy the lab, they were not able to wipe out all of the evil robots, and enjoyed a pyrrhic victory at best.<br />
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In a completely different possible series of events, Beachcomber returned early from his day off to inform the Autobots that Jessie had been taken captive by the Decepticons. Optimus then brought Sunstreaker along for the rescue mission that followed. Shortly before arriving at their destination, the Autobots had to choose their next course of action; they could either storm the Decepticon fortress by force, or try to sneak in through a secret passage Buster had previously discovered.<br />
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If they decided to storm the fortress, Beachcomber would become nervous, and urge his fellow Autobots to find a more peaceful way to resolve the situation. This moment of hesitation ultimately cost the Autobots the battle, and the Decepticons triumphed that day.<br />
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If they decided a stealthier approach, the Autobots quietly entered the Decepticon base, and set out to shoot down any Decepticons they encountered, save Megatron, whom they planned on capturing. Sunstreaker was incapacitated early in the Autobots’ raid, and had to be left behind so that the mission could continue. {{storylink|Earthquake (book)|Earthquake}}<br />
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====Decepticon Poison====<br />
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When a new batch of fuel had just arrived at Autobot headquarters, Sunstreaker insisted on being fueled up first. Sparkplug obliged and topped him up. As it turns out, the Decepticons had poisoned the latest batch of fuel, leaving Sunstreaker unable to transform.<br />
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If the Autobots decided to assume a defensive strategy in light of these events, Sunstreaker was comforted by Optimus as he began to be wracked with sickness pains.<br />
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In one possible sequence of events that ensued, Perceptor gave out the right amount of an antidote the Autobot scientist had created, allowing Sunstreaker to resume his robot form and take arms against an incoming squadron of Decepticons. The antidote having given Sunstreaker and the rest of the cured Autobots a case of battle fever, the bunch were eager to take on the Decepticons head on in combat. The more level-head Prowl suggested instead a more conniving approach, where the Autobots would ambush their assailants.<br />
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If Optimus allowed Sunstreaker and the rest of the refuelled Autobots to venture headlong into battle, Sunstreaker lead the charge, firing the opening shot against Megatron. Though his blast managed to stun Megatron for an instant, the Decepticons soon began retaliating. Though Sunstreaker's squad started out strong, they soon found themselves overpowered by Megatron, prompting Optimus to lead a second wave into battle. Sunstreaker was injured by a blast from Megatron's fusion cannon, prompting Ratchet to emerge from headquarters and repair him in the middle of the battlefield. Though he continued to fight, Sunstreaker was downed once more, and had to be retrieved by Grapple when the Autobots ran out of fuel and needed to retreat back inside their headquarters. Thankfully, the Decepticons had been injured enough throughout the battle, prompting them to retreat as well.<br />
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If Optimus instead followed Prowl's plan, he instructed Sunstreaker and the others to transform into vehicle mode and play dead. The Decepticons, believing the Autobots to be already dead, disarmed themselves in order to carry out the Autobots’ “carcasses.” Now with the element of surprise against unarmed opponent, the Autobots Transformed and were able to easily defeat the evil robots.<br />
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In another possible turn of events, Perceptor gave out too much of his antidote to each Autobot. Though Sunstreaker initially cheered, finding himself able to transform once more, he soon found himself literally falling to pieces. The Autobots finding themselves completely outmatched against an all-out Decepticon attack were made short work of by the Decepticons.<br />
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In yet another possible scenario, the Autobots used the tainted fuel to create a toxic cloud that successfully fended off the Decepticons attack. This plan gave Perceptor the time he needed to cure Sunstreaker and the others with his antidote. Their ranks fully replenished and the Decepticons turning tail meant the Autobots had earned themselves another victory.<br />
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In completely different possible sequence of events, Optimus successfully retrieved the antidote to the poison from the Decepticons’ poison lab, and with Ratchet's help, brought Sunstreaker and the rest of the poisoned Autobots back from the precipice of death. Though Sunstreaker was eager to get revenge on the Decepticons, Optimus informed his Autobots that the Decepticons were planning to poison the humans’ nearby water reservoir, and that mission took precedence.<br />
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If Optimus led his troops back to the Decepticons’ poison lab, Sunstreaker was amongst the Autobot convoy that drove into action. Whatever decisions the Autobots made from this point forward, they were successful in foiling the Decepticons’ plot. {{storylink|Decepticon Poison}}<br />
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====The Invisibility Factor====<br />
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In one possible scenario, the Decepticons gained control of an [[Invisibility Device]]. When the invisible Decepticons attacked Metroplex city, Sunstreaker and the rest of the Autobots were reduced to scrap metal, unable to fight the unseen enemy.<br />
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In another scenario, Sunstreaker was sent out along with Springer, Prowl and Jazz to accompany Kup and Hot Rod when the latter two claimed to have spotted a ship with invisibility capabilities out in the desert.<br />
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If the team gave up searching for the ship, Sunstreaker and the rest of the Autobots within Metroplex were caught by surprise by a fleet of identical ships swooping down upon them. The Autobots were all destroyed as Galvatron gloated of his victory.<br />
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If Hot Rod and Kup convinced the other Autobots to keep on looking, Hot Rod eventually found trail marks, indicating that a heavy object the size of their spacecraft had indeed landed and had been dragged away. Sunstreaker and the others followed the trail to a more rocky terrain, where tracking the ship would become more difficult. The trail seemingly lost, the Autobots then heard someone incoming, and took cover. From their hiding places, they saw the Decepticons Scavenger, a human captive within the grasp of his steam-shovel.<br />
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If the Autobots decided to rescue [[Sarah Sanders]] immediately, Scavenger dropped the woman, and cried for help while attempting to flee.<br />
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If the Autobots pursued Scavenger, they found him rejoining a whole squadron of Decepticons. Fighting the Decepticons immediately would cost them their lives. Otherwise, if the Autobots decided on a retreat when faced by the whole squadron of Decepticons, they managed to do so by blinding their enemies by their high beams and then splitting off into different direction. They later regrouped and found Sarah wandering in the desert.<br />
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If the Autobots asked Sarah to build them their own Invisibility Device, Sarah refused, stating she would not build weapons for war. Running away from the group Sarah was almost killed when Dirge passed overhead and dropped a missile on her position. After rescuing her from the Decepticon attack, Sunstreaker and the others brought Sarah to safety within Metroplex. Grateful for the rescue, Sarah showed the Autobots how to create an [[Invisibility Scrambler]] to counteract the Decepticons’ Invisibility Device. Anticipating the Decepticons’ attack, the Autobots successfully defeated the evil robots when they came. The battle over, Sunstreaker shared a laugh with Kup and Hot Rod, the latter having made a quip about “seeing right through the Decepticons’ plans.”<br />
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If instead of asking Sarah to build them an Invisibility Device, Sunstreaker and the others attempted once more to retrieve her ship, the whole group snuck over to where the Decepticons were stationed. Once there, Hot Rod and Prowl argued over which plan of action would be the smartest to undertake next.<br />
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If the Autobots agreed with Hot Rod to try and take the Decepticons by surprise with a head-on attack, the Autobots manage to stun the Decepticons by dazzling them with their headlights. Sunstreaker provided Hot Rod some cover fire while the young Autobot raced down and snatched the Invisibility Device from the Decepticons. The Autobots then successfully peeled back, congratulating one another on a job well done.<br />
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If the Autobots agreed with Prowl to take a moment to come up with a more detailed plan, Prowl instructed Hot Rod to taunt the Decepticons into following him. The plan worked, and the bulk of the Decepticons took off after the young Autobot. With only Scavenger, Shockwave and Galvatron left behind, Sunstreaker and the others easily defeated the Decepticons still guarding the spaceship, and forced Galvatron to retreat. In one possible scenario that followed, Sunstreaker helped destroy a hidden Decepticon base that Hot Rod found while the Decepticons gave him chase. In another, Sunstreaker watched on as Sarah left in her spaceship in order to destroy it, vowing it would never be used to bring destruction.<br />
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In an alternate scenario where the Autobots silently trailed Scavenger while the Decepticon held Sarah Sanders captive, Sunstreaker and the others followed him all the way to the Decepticons’ secret desert base. Inside, they spied upon Galvatron telling Sarah Sanders that the Decepticons would use Cerebro-Shells to control her mind, so that she would reveal to them to secret of invisibility. At this point, the Autobots decided to step in. A direct attack would only end in the Autobots’ defeat. {{storylink|The Invisibility Factor}}<br />
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===3H comics===<br />
[[File:Universe2003packageart-Sunstreaker.jpg|thumb|"I'm exclusive!"]]<br />
After the [[Pax Cybertronia]], Sunstreaker left Cybertron with four other survivors of the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]] ([[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], [[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]], [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]], and [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]]). One year after Cybertron was reformatted into a technorganic planet, they returned. They were greeted by many of the [[Maximal]] and [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] inhabitants and with vast media coverage. <br />
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However, what appeared to be celebratory fireworks struck the five Autobots and also the Maximals [[Silverbolt (Fuzor)|Silverbolt]] and [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]]. They were transported to a fiery cauldron deep within [[Unicron]], where all but Trailbreaker were rebuilt painfully into new bodies.<br />
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Seeing an arena up ahead, the seven moved towards it, only to be attacked by a swarm of shape-shifting, lava-like creatures. Sunstreaker and the others were overwhelmed and taken into the arena (or, the [[Cauldron]]), where they were caged along with a multitude of Transformers kidnapped from across the multiverse. {{storylink|Abduction|Abduction}}<br />
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The Unicron-influenced ambience of the place was slowly driving the more violent of the group mad. This, of course, included Sunstreaker. He and Sideswipe were forced into combat in the arena (each wielding spiffy [[energon]] weapons), but were rescued by a reborn [[Optimus Primal (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Optimus Primal]]. The group, sans a corrupted Blackarachnia and Shadow Striker, fled back to Cybertron. {{storylink|OTFCC Live-Action Drama}} {{storylink|Escape (Universe)|Escape}} {{storylink|Homecoming (Universe)|Homecoming}}<br />
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The conflict against Unicron went on for an unspecified amount of time, until one last desperate raiding party on the Chaos Bringer, which included Sunstreaker, Sideswipe, and many others. During the final battle with [[Minion of Unicron (Universe)|Minions of Unicron]], Unicron began to dissolve beneath the combatants (as a result of the [[Unicron Singularity]]). Sideswipe grabbed Sunstreaker and used his jetpack to get them into a portal presumably back to their native Cybertron. {{storylink|Revelations Part 2}}<br />
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===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br />
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{{quote|"Why, you arrogant—yow! I should rewire that smug mug of yours right here—blaw!—right now!"<br><br />
"Don't kid yourself—this face is worth more than ''you'' are."|[[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]] and Sunstreaker|"[[Infestation (Dreamwave)|Infestation]]"|noquote=true}}<br />
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[[File:DWPrimeDirective2 SunstreakerSideswipe.jpg|left|upright=1.66|thumb|A family that pelvic thrusts together, stays together.]]<br />
Before joining the Autobot army, Sunstreaker was a successful mural artist. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Guide}} When both [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] disappeared into a prototype space-bridge, ushering in the "Dark Ages" of Cybertron's civil war, the Autobots and Decepticons broke into several smaller factions. Sunstreaker remained with the "main" Autobot group, fighting under Prowl's command. He was present at the [[Autobase]] when [[The Fallen]] broke in to abduct [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] from one of its holding cells. Though Sunstreaker fought valiantly to stave off the ancient Transformers, he was unable to prevent the enemy from achieving his objective, and absconding with the Decepticon. {{storylink|Confrontation (issue)|Confrontation}}<br />
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Sunstreak was aboard the Ark when it crashed on Earth millions of years ago. He and the other Autobots awoke in 1984 to restart their war with the Decepticons. He was part of [[Operation Liberation]] in 1998, a joint human-Autobot effort to defeat the Earth-bound Decepticons. At the end it was a success, and the captured Decepticons, along with the Autobots and a human crew, departed Earth en route to Cybertron in the ''[[Ark II]]''. The ship, however, was sabotaged and exploded upon liftoff.<br />
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A few years later Megatron and other Transformers, including Autobots, were seen causing havoc. It was discovered that [[Lazarus]], a scientist who participated in the ''Ark II'' project, was responsible for the sabotage of the ''Ark II'' and the resurrection of several Transformers under his control via technological tampering. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 1|Prime Directive #1}}<br />
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[[Robert Hallo|General Hallo]] of the [[United States military|U.S. Military]] contacted [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] to ask him if he could do something to help them reactivate Optimus Prime, whom they had recovered locked in a state of stasis. Spike managed to reactivate Optimus with a portion of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]] that Optimus had given him prior the ill-fated journey of the ''Ark II''. Optimus subsequently went to the Arctic and used the Matrix to reactivate several Transformers, including Sunstreaker and his brother Sideswipe. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 2|Prime Directive #2}}<br />
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Sunstreaker accepted the new task at hand and fought alongside his brother when the Autobots faced the Decepticons at Lazarus' ruined base, before Hallo betrayed the Autobots by attempting to destroy both factions with a nuclear weapon. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 3|Prime Directive #3}} The Autobots survived when Megatron's technovirus absorbed the blast, and Sunstreaker helped his comrades recover the captive Autobots imprisoned inside the base.<br />
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[[File:DWPrimeDirective5 SideswipeSunstreaker Devastator.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|DULL HEROIC RUNNING!]]<br />
As Jazz's unit worked on Megatron's virus, Sunstreaker followed Optimus Prime to [[San Francisco]] for the last battle against Megatron and his Decepticons. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 4|Prime Directive #4}} When [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] was taken down, Sunstreaker and Sideswipe heroically (though foolishly) charged at [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] rather than, say, shoot him; they were surprisingly beaten up. After Optimus Prime destroyed Devastator's head, Sunstreaker was restrained by the surviving Decepticons. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 5|Prime Directive #5}} However, through human intervention, Optimus Prime freed his Autobots and the battle was rejoined. Sunstreaker tag-teamed with his brother to pummel Soundwave, though the Decepticons eventually escaped when Superion sacrificed his life to save the city from General Hallo's unauthorized nuclear missile launch. After Optimus Prime came back online, Sunstreaker and [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] discovered the traitorous [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] buried under rubble. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 6|Prime Directive #6}}<br />
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''During the conflict with the [[Keeper (species)|Keepers]], Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots chosen by Optimus Prime to join the strike on occupied Las Vegas. Sunstreaker was edgy about having to work with Megatron and the Decepticons, and was ready to draw his rifle at a moment's notice during the groups' meeting. Still, he remained sensitive enough to [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]]'s feelings to comfort his human friend when he was feeling useless, letting Spike know he always did his very best. In Las Vegas, Sunstreaker and the other Autobots lent their energies to Optimus Prime for his [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]]-inspired Finishing Move against the Keepers. {{storylink|Transformers: Annihilation|Annihilation}} Later, Sunstreaker and the Autobots battled alongside the Decepticons again, against the treacherous forces of the American military. Sunstreaker and several other Autobots fell before the processor-eating power of the President's new toy, the [[deconstructionite]]s.'' {{storylink|Transformers: Fusion|Fusion}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was among the Autobots entrenched against Megatron's forces in [[Alaska]] when both groups were ambushed by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], leading a united Cybertronian army, and declaring all Earthbound Transformers to be war criminals. Helping provide cover-fire, Sunstreaker and Sideswipe enabled the Autobots to escape Shockwave's troops, while the Decepticons were taken captive. However, [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] tracked down the Autobots' recon team, intent on enforcing [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s edict. {{storylink|New World Order}} While he headed a group to accompany Magnus, Optimus Prime ordered a portion of his troops into hiding in [[Portland]], [[Oregon]]. This group, led by [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]], included Sunstreaker, Sideswipe, [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]], [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]], [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]], and [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]]. {{storylink|Brothers' Burden}}<br />
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After the end of Shockwave's despotic rule over Cybertron, the Autobots on Cybertron made contact with Sunstreaker's crew for an update and promised to send supplies. {{storylink|Generation 1 issue 0|Generation 1 #0}} However, [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], and his cassettes soon escaped to Earth with [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. Attacking the Ark, they defeated all of Jazz's group minus Ratchet and Brawn. Sunstreaker and the others were left in a lake by the Decepticons, deactivated. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}}<br />
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[[Orion|A ship]] crewed by [[Mini Vehicle|Minibots]] (led by [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]]) arrived on Earth with supplies, and [[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]] and [[Bumper (G1)|Bumper]] pulled the deactivated from their would-be watery grave. They were promptly arrested by Commander [[Marissa Faireborn]] of the [[Earth Defense Command]] and her armored troops, {{storylink|The Omega Effect}} who transported the Autobots to a secret underground facility. {{storylink|Atonement}} The damaged Autobots were repaired, and Commander Faireborn came to Sunstreaker, Sideswipe, and Jazz with a mission; the population of the American city of [[San Desto]] had all vanished, and they were to uncover the how and why of it. As they headed into the field, Sunstreaker was particularly vocal about his distaste of the [[EDC Night Force Unit|humans]], calling them "germs" to their faces, and was an all-around sourpuss to even his fellow Autobots, especially [[Bumper (G1)|Bumper]]. Yet, when he and Sideswipe were alone together, Sunstreaker showed signs of concern towards the "fleshbags" accompanying them on the mission... only for the moment to be interrupted by screams coming from a nearby movie theater. Sunstreaker went inside the building to investigate, at which point the Autobots realized that they were dealing with an [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] infestation. {{storylink|Infestation (Dreamwave)|Infestation}}<br />
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Faced with innumerable bugs, Sunstreaker didn't think anyone on his team would make it out alive. Though he and Sideswipe were captured after being stunned by [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]], they managed to escape thanks to Bumper's intervention. They then joined the rest of their team's last stand against the enemy swarm, wherein Sunstreaker helped take out both [[Kickback (G1)|Kickback]] and Shrapnel, and tore through the Insecticon clones like paper. When Bombshell activated the [[cerebro-shell]]ed human population of San Desto to attack the Autobots, Sunstreaker was also all-too-ready to kill the lot of them, though Jazz was more sensibly opposed to the idea. Bumper saved them all again by managing to track down Bombshell, and taking him out, disabling his mind-control network over the town. {{storylink|Extermination}} The ''Orion'' picked up Sunstreaker and the other Autobots from the EDC's Nevada base shortly after saving San Desto. {{storylink|Lost and Found (issue)|Lost and Found}}<br />
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===''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers''===<br />
[[File:Firefly Sunstreaker GIJoevsTFs3.jpg|thumb|left|upright=0.75]]<br />
Sunstreaker was among the Transformers found and reprogrammed by the human terrorist organization [[Cobra]], and along with Sideswipe and [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]], he was reformatted into a Cobra [[Stinger (G.I. Joe)|Stinger]]. He, his brother and [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] were sent to attack the [[SPS Research Facility]], but the two siblings were rammed by [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] while charging at the main entrance, and Cobra eventually retreated. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers issue 3|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #3}} When Wheeljack freed the Autobots from Cobra's control, Sunstreaker helped Sideswipe and [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] fight against the similarly freed Decepticons [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers issue 5|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #5}}<br />
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===''The Beast Within''===<br />
After a brutal battle during which [[Beast (G1)|The Beast]], a monstrous gestalt of unimaginable power, was released, Sunstreaker's butchered form lay smoldering in a mass grave of both Autobot and Decepticon corpses. {{storylink|The Beast Within Part 2, Consequences}}<br />
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===2005 IDW continuity===<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker Head-On.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6]]<br />
{{main|Sunstreaker (G1)/2005 IDW continuity}}<br />
The story of how Sunstreaker became a [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] and a [[combiner|gestalt]] limb, and got a [[Bob (IDW)|pet]].<br />
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===''Henkei! Henkei!'' pack-in manga===<br />
When an awesome but reckless human kid spray painted graffiti on the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]]s, Sunstreaker got involved to keep the furious Decepticons from destroying the boy. He and [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] defended the kid until they drove off the Decepticons. After a stern warning about the dangers of angering homicidal giant robots, Sunstreaker undermined the day's lesson by suggesting they try it ''again''. {{storylink|Henkei! Henkei! volume 5|Henkei! Henkei! #5}}<br />
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===''Henkei! Henkei! Transformers -Visualize-''===<br />
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===''Mini Mayhem!''===<br />
Optimus told a couple of humans that the Transformers were in the midst of doing something really interesting... and showed them Hot Rod and Sunstreaker eating a pie!<br />
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Later, Sunstreaker overheard Grimlock announce that he had resolved to become a waiter, so he could spit in people's drinks. {{storylink|Mini Mayhem!}}<br />
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===''United''===<br />
Sunstreaker was in attendance for a ceremony commending the Autobot [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]]s and [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s after they had retrieved the cure for a deadly nano-virus infecting the Autobots stationed on Earth. {{storylink|The Fierce Fighting on Planet Nebulos}}<br />
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===''Transformers: All Spark''===<br />
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===''Kre-O'' online manga===<br />
Sunstreaker was among the Autobots pulled into a strange world of giants, where he ended up in battle with the Decepticons. {{storylink|Robots in Disguise! The Transformers Are by Your Side!?}}<br />
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===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===<br />
[[File:EverybodyHatesMetroplex SunstreakerTrailbreaker.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7|right]]<br />
Sunstreaker was stationed within [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] when both [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] and a mind-controlled [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] lay siege to the Autobot city. To his surprise, [[Hot Rod (G1)|Imhotep Rodimus]] returned to Metroplex in the midst of the battle to retake his place as leader of the Autobots. {{storylink|Everybody Hates Metroplex}}<br />
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===''Q-Transformers'' cartoon===<br />
{{voiceactor|[[Yūichi Nakamura]] (Japanese)}}<br />
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===2006 IDW ''Beast Wars'' continuity===<br />
Sunstreaker was one of the many casualties of the Great War before the signing of the [[Pax Cybertronia]]. {{storylink|Dawn of the Predacus}}<br />
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===''TransTech''===<br />
During the conflict between the [[Screaming Eagles]] and [[S.K.A.R.]] in [[Primax 806.30 Gamma]], Sunstreaker was binary-bonded to the Screaming Eagles' artillery expert, [[D-Day]]. After a globe-spanning confrontation which almost destroyed Earth, the Autobots and G.I. Joes emerged victorious. {{storylink|Andromeda - Axiom Nexus News Reporter|Andromeda - Axiom Nexus News, 2016/05/01}}<br />
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' continuity===<br />
====''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' marketing material====<br />
[[File:Earthrise-Sunstreaker-art.jpg|thumb|upright=0.6]]<br />
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After Cybertron fell, the Autobots left their homeworld aboard the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', traveling through space in pursuit of the [[AllSpark]]. Sunstreaker was a [[Cybertronian military insignia|Ground Command Special Ops Private]] {{storylink|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' toy packaging}} and/or Ground Command Infantry Private.<ref>Sunstreaker's ''Earthrise'' toy's instructions refer to him as a Ground Command Infantry Private; all other sources agree on him being a Ground Command Special Ops Private.</ref> {{storylink|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' toy instructions}} His function was a warrior, his primary objective was to win at both combat and life, and his primary weapons were laser-guided ground-to-air rockets. {{storylink|War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' webpage}}<ref>[https://transformers.hasbro.com/en-us/brands/earthrise ''Earthrise'' website]</ref><br />
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====''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' cartoon====<br />
While the Autobots and [[Maximal]]s searched for the Allspark on Earth, the artifact produced an illusion of Sunstreaker to Sideswipe, part of its defense mechanism to lead would-be threats astray. Sideswipe happily recognized and called out to his brother, though he presumably snapped back to reality after. {{storylink|Kingdom episode 3}}<br />
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===2019 IDW continuity===<br />
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[[File:WeAreNotMeantToBeDarkness Companions.jpg|upright=1.4|left|thumb|WE'RE ABOUT TO SAVE A LOT OF MONEY ON CAR INSURANCE!!!]]<br />
Sunstreaker served under [[Pyra Magna]] during the [[War of the Threefold Spark]], being right beside her on the bridge of their ship when [[Turmoil]]'s ship was accidentally destroyed. While Pyra Magna was imprisoned for this, Sunstreaker remained loyal to her and joined back up with his fellow [[Companion]]s after Pyra was released and enlisted by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] to combat the Decepticon menace. The Companions hid under a [[shimmer field]] as Pyra met with [[Strika (BM)|Strika]] as part of a parlay and sprung into action when it turned into an assassination attempt on their leader. Facing off with a group of Decepticons Strika had brought along, Sunstreaker directed his comrades in battle as they made their way to Pyra's side. After driving the Decepticons off, Pyra announced that they would be putting their support behind Optimus Prime for the time being. {{storylink|War World: We Are Not Meant To Be Darkness|We Are Not Meant To Be Darkness}} <br />
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Optimus next had Pyra and her Companions aid in evacuating the besieged city of [[Protihex]]. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Test Flight I|Test Flight I}} Sunstreaker was later part of the strike team who went to the [[Rust Sea|Sea of Rust]] with Pyra Magna to rescue [[Termagax]] from an [[Insecticon clone]] swarm and secure the [[Enigma of Combination]]. After the swarm was dealt with and Termagax gave permission for the Autobots to defend her from an incoming Decepticon assault, Sunstreaker positioned [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]], [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], and [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] on the roof of [[House (building)|House]] as snipers. Next, he had [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] prepare a trench for the Autobots as cover to repel the oncoming Decepticon army. When the [[Rainmaker|Rainmakers]] approached their position, Sunstreaker reassured the worried [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] that they had a countermeasure prepped and his snipers took the Decepticons down. The Autobots then entered into battle with the rest of the Decepticons as they surged forward. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Sea of Rust II|Sea of Rust II}} Sunstreaker and [[Firestar (G1)|Novastar]] held the line with their troops until the battle was over. The Enigma of Combination was lost to the Sea of Rust, but fortunately there were no casualties on the Autobot side. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Enigmatic|Enigmatic}}<br />
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Sunstreaker and the Companions were present for the siege of [[Crystal City]] as the Autobots resisted Strika's army of Decepticons. {{storylink|A Dust of Crystals}} The tide turned when [[Lodestar (Titan)|Lodestar]], the last Titan, returned from space with an Autobot combiner named [[Computron (G1)|Computron]] as well. Much of the Decepticon army fled and Sunstreaker took [[Obsidian (BM)|Obsidian]] of the Heavies prisoner. The Autobots were able to sue for a temporary truce with Strika. {{storylink|The Landscape of Fear}} Exarchon was spotted in the Sonic Canyons, and Pyra Magna brought out her Companions to finish the last war. Sunstreaker and the others found Sixshot's Decepticons also opposing the Threefold Spark, although many of the [[Rise]] had thrown in with Exarchon. {{storylink|War's End Part Two}} Their first assault was repulsed, and Pyra Magna regrouped with Sixshot to plan tactics. Sunstreaker was incensed at the idea of collaborating with Decepticons, but deferred to his general. {{storylink|War's End Part Three}} Circumstances improved when Megatron's Techy Trinity arrived with a solution -- a Titanspark in a modified spark-cage, designed to capture Exarchon's unique spark and prevent it from escaping again. The plan was put into motion, and the united Cybertronians succeeded in containing Exarchon's spark before destroying it altogether. The truce had reached its breaking point, though, and the Autobots and Decepticons soon returned to their respective camps. {{storylink|War's End Part Four}} Sunstreaker fought in the final battle at [[Darkmount (Cybertron)|Darkmount]], and journeyed to the [[Winged Moon]] aboard the last ''Ark''. {{storylink|Transformers: Fate of Cybertron|Fate of Cybertron}}<br />
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====Alternate future====<br />
When an experiment accidentally catapulted [[Jumpstream]] through [[unspace]] and onto the Cybertron of a possible future, she encountered a drone-like Sunstreaker that had been enslaved by a [[Voin]] asserter. The Voin and its drones led Jumpstream to the ruler of this alternate Cybertron— [[Exarchon]]. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Test Flight I|Test Flight I}} <br />
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==Commercial appearances==<br />
*Sunstreaker, [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], and [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] fled from a Decepticon attack, and hid behind a mountain concealing the Autobots' newest warrior, [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]]! {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Jetfire and Shockwave|Jetfire and Shockwave commercial}}<br />
*Sunstreaker helped fend off [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] alongside his fellow Autobots. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Triple Changers and Perceptor|Triple Changers and Perceptor commercial}}<br />
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==Games==<br />
===''Adventure Game: Defeat the Decepticons''===<br />
When Optimus embarked on his mission to rescue the Autobots' [[Mini Vehicle|Minicar]] troops from the Decepticons, Sunstreaker could come to Optimus Prime's aid, helping him navigate more quickly through the Decepticons' maze-like base. {{storylink|Adventure Game: Defeat the Decepticons}}<br />
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===''Transformers G1: Awakening''===<br />
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Sunstreaker was among the Autobots who left [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] aboard the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]], and spent four million years in stasis after it was shot down over Earth by the Decepticons. As one of the more badly damaged Autobots, Sunstreaker was stored in [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] until the Autobots could gather enough energon to revive him. {{storylink|Transformers G1: Awakening}}<br />
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===''Transformers Legends''===<br />
At some point, Sunstreaker fought in a battle alongside [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]], [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], and [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]]. {{storylink|Fan Favorite}}<br />
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After Optimus Prime's defeat at the hand of Megatron, Sunstreaker was involved in the skirmishes in Autobot city that ensued. {{storylink|The Omega Corps}}<br />
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When [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] and his minions set their sights on the secrets of [[Gravitronic Energy]], [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] and Sunstreaker had to save the human scientists and their research. {{storylink|Box Trap}}<br />
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===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br />
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Sunstreaker appears as a character unlockable in Challenge Events. He is portrayed by Bubbles. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br />
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===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br />
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Sunstreaker participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Rare character who could be acquired as a reward in the "Optimus Maximus Awakes!" event. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br />
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===''Transformers: Devastation''===<br />
When [[Teletraan Alpha]] told Sideswipe to face the impending chaos with bravery instead of anger, Sideswipe asked if Teletraan had been talking to Sunstreaker, claiming he sounded just like him. {{storylink|Transformers: Devastation|Devastation}}<br />
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===''Transformers: Frontiers''===<br />
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===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker-Earth-Wars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Hi. You know I'm better than all those [[Breakdown (G1)|other]] remolds people find]]<br />
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Sunstreaker came to Earth when Ironhide contacted him about information about the [[Fractal Map]]. When Ironhide said that he didn't want to step into a large crowd of Laser turrets, Sunstreaker said they couldn't touch him (literally and metaphorically) so he took them down. Starscream scolded Sunstreaker for being a cunning coward, only for Sunstreaker to retort that they may have been outnumbered, but not outgunned! Optimus was clearly impressed. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|The Lost Map Campaign}}<br />
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Sunstreaker got all giddy and excited when he learned his brother, Sideswipe, decided to show up. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Transformers: Earth Wars}}<br />
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When Optimus heard about Megatron trying to create another combiner, Optimus volunteered himself and [[Ironhide (G1)|some]] [[Prowl (G1)|other]] [[Mirage (G1)|bots]], including Sunstreaker to combine, resulting in the all righteous combiner [[Optimus Maximus (G1)|OPTIMUS MAXIMUS!!!]] {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Countdown to Combination Event}}<br />
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*'''Class''': Gunner<br />
*'''Lowest Star Rating''': 1 star (2 star if not using Campaign mode)<br />
*'''Weapons:''' Sunstreaker uses a standard issue [[grenade launcher]], with custom paint applications. <br />
*'''Ability: Incendiary Rockets''' Shoots out 6 incendiary rockets towards the target area dealing damage over 6 seconds! (Level 1)<br />
**'''Cost''': 7 ability points +2 for reuses.<br />
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===''Transformers Online'' (2017 video game)===<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker TFO.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
{{bigquote|No one can beat the best.}}<br />
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Sunstreaker considered himself the most handsome Autobot of them all. He would go to the trouble to discredit his Autobot colleagues, just to intimidate anyone who comes in contact with him. Sideswipe thinks Sunstreaker is the strongest Autobot on the battlefield, as the latter's performance is cold-blooded, ruthless, and merciless. Of course, no one easily praised Sunstreaker as much as Sideswipe did. Otherwise, Sunstreaker would stop to strike a pose in response to that ignorance. <br />
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In battle, Sunstreaker wielded the "[[Lightning Greaves]]" and the "[[Phlogistic Grenade Launcher]]". His active skill was "Magnet Mines": <br />
*'''Magnet Mines''' — Sunstreaker deploys a Magnet Mine unit. When this unit is within enemy range, it will split apart into multiple mine traps in the opponents' path. Each mini-mine deals 350 points of damage. {{storylink|Transformers Online (2017 video game)|Transformers Online}} <ref>[http://tfol.qq.com/act/a20160726data/hero10.shtml Sunstreaker on the Transformers Online website]</ref><br />
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===''Transformers: Forged to Fight''===<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker-Forged to Fight.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Not pictured: His iconic Combiner Wars sword showing off his status as the best swordsman on New Quintessa.]]<br />
As a Brawler, Sunstreaker enters the fight in Pristine state Armoring up and Evading, and at low health he becomes Blemished and gains Melee Buffs and Unstoppable. A Signature upgrade to a Premium Model lets him keep his Armor and Melee buffs after they expire.<br />
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===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===<br />
Sunstreaker was a violent warrior whose penchant for brutality alienated him and his brother from the other Autobots. {{storylink|Transformers Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook|Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook}}<br />
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==Toys==<br />
{{main|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys}}<br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
{{main|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Merchandise}}<br />
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==Notes==<br />
*Sources from the early days of ''Transformers'' refer to [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]'s brother as "'''Spinout'''"<ref name="bible">[http://tfarchive.com/cartoons/bible/#017 "Nearly the equal of his twin brother, Spinout, in combat, but less cold-blooded." From page 17 from the ''Transformers'' [[production bible|show bible]].]</ref> or "'''Spin-Out'''".<ref name="marvelage">[http://starlogged.blogspot.com/2012/03/transformers-arrive-in-marvel-age.html Article from Marvel Age #17, announcing the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|upcoming ''Transformers'' comic]].]</ref> Before the name change, the bot that would be Sunstreaker was intended to be a yellow, Autobot-aligned release of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' "No. 15 New Countach LP500S" toy – the mold that would eventually see release, in red, as Sideswipe. Evidently, plans changed, and the characters had their molds swapped, creating the yellow "No. 1 Countach LP500S" Sunstreaker and the red New Countach Sideswipe that we know today. This whole shebang resulted in discrepancies such as Sideswipe being noted for his [[jet pack]] (in reality, Sunstreaker's vehicle mode exposed engine) and Sunstreaker's red shoulder stickers (which were intended to match with an otherwise red toy). In [[2016]], the [[Fun Publications]] prose story "[[The Toxic Transformer]]" would pay homage to Sunstreaker's production history, introducing a new character named [[Spin-Out (G1)|Spin-Out]] in a red Sunstreaker body-type – though the Spin-Out/Sunstreaker toy as originally planned would have looked more like another ''Diaclone'' refugee, [[Tigertrack]].<br />
*According to a [[story page]] in the October 1985 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]'', Sideswipe and [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]] are brothers, with Sideswipe being slightly older than Red Alert. This connection may have been invented because, aside from Sideswipe and Red Alert sharing the same mold, Sunstreaker was not sold in the Japanese market outside of a special "versus" set with [[Skids (G1)|Skids]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]. However, the familial dynamic between Sideswipe and Sunstreaker was '''not''' changed in the Japanese dub of the original ''Transformers'' cartoon, leading some Japanese fans to consider the three Lamborghini characters as triplets.<br />
*In August 2006, while discussing story plans that were cut short by the bankruptcy and closure of [[Dreamwave Productions]], former Dreamwave staffer [[Matt Moylan]] alleged that writers [[Adam Patyk]] and [[James McDonough]] wrote Sunstreaker as gay in their comics.<ref>[http://tinyurl.com/2ugos3 Moylan on the TFW2005 Boards]</ref> Patyk and McDonough themselves, however, denied that this was the case.<ref>[http://tfarchive.com/community/showpost.php?p=512360&postcount=66 Patyk and McDonough on the TFArchive forum]</ref><br />
*Simon Furman's reason for making Sunstreaker a Headmaster at IDW? Because he's the one character who'd ''least'' want to ''be'' a Headmaster.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIkqheta3GE Moonbase Two interview with Nick Roche, 27:58 in]</ref><br />
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===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Sunstreaker''' (サンストリーカー ''Sansutorīkā'')<br />
*''French:'' '''Solo''' (Canada)<br />
*''Hebrew:'' '''Sorék Shémesh''' (סורק שמש, "Sun Scanner")<br />
*''Hungarian:'' '''Napcsillantó''', '''Napvillantó''' ("Sun-flasher")<br />
*''Italian:'' '''Lince''' ("Lynx")<br />
*''Mandarin:'' '''Tàiyángwén''' (Taiwan, 太陽紋, "Sun Streak"), '''Fēimáotuǐ''' (China, 飞毛腿, "Scud")<br />
*''Portuguese:'' '''Raio Solar''' (Portugal comics, "Sun Beam"), '''Raiado''' (Brazil comics, "Crease")<br />
*''Russian:'' '''Mercatel''' (Мерцатель, "Twinkler")<br />
*''Ukrainian:'' '''Promin'''' (Промінь, "Ray")<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:War for Cybertron: Kingdom Autobots]]</div>
LOGIC
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Nacelle (G1)
2023-08-11T22:54:00Z
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<div>{{disambig2|the Generation 1 Decepticon|the Aligned Decepticon|Nacelle (WFC)}}<br />
{{factions|decepticon}}<br />
:''Nacelle is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:NacelleG1.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He'll shoot you until he's red in the face. And missile launchers.]]<br />
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If you want a [[Decepticon]] well-versed in the arts of combat and, well, deception, you should probably call [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]]. Or [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], or someone like that. If, however, you want a Decepticon eager to prove his worth, '''Nacelle''' is the guy you should call. Sure, he may not be as good at flying as most of [[Seeker (body-type)|those other guys]], and his not-inconsiderable knowledge of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s history may cause him to get a bit muddled-up once in a while, but at heart, Nacelle just wants to prove he's just as good as some of those more famous Decepticons.<br />
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{{bigquote|Blasting you is as cathartic as streamlining one's fuselage.|Nacelle, bio card quote}}<br />
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==Fiction==<br />
===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br />
====''The Transformers'' cartoon====<br />
[[File:Sunstorm Cartoon.jpg|thumb|There. Behind Hotlink's leg.]]<br />
Nacelle was one of the Decepticon jets on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] four million years ago. He was part of a Decepticon patrol that accosted [[Autobot]]s [[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] when they came near. The two were able to escape the Decepticons' attacks and plow through the patrol. {{storylink|More than Meets the Eye, Part 1}}<br />
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====''Wings Universe''====<br />
{{Wingsnote}}<br />
[[File:Nacelleguntoface-ACommonFoe.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.3]]<br />
Nacelle was part of [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream's]] science group [[Helex-Yuss Decepticon Research and Advancement Team|HYDRA]], working alongside [[Bitstream (G1)|Bitstream]] and [[Hotlink (G1)|Hotlink]]. As an Aero<s>dynamics</s> Engineer, he was assigned as the role of lab assistant to [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] where he engineered the wing designs used for the [[Seeker (body-type)#Coneheads|second wave of Earth-bound Seekers]]. He would eventually integrate one of these prototypes into his own body replacing his standard issue wings with a design containing high powered turbines. {{storylink|#Timelines|Nacelle's profile card}}<br />
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During [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]]'s [[Machine Wars (event)|invasion]] of Cybertron, Nacelle stood by at the ready on Earth as part of a joint team of Autobots and Decepticons, awaiting Obsidian's signal for their time to fight back. Once the signal came, they teleported to Cybertron and started beating on some drones. Once [[Eagle Eye (G2)|Eagle Eye]] spotted Jhiaxus on the battlefield, Nacelle and his allies attempted to converge on the enemy’s coordinates, only to be blocked off by Jhiaxus's clone army. Nacelle led [[Serpentor]] and [[Krok (G1)|Krok]] to an old sealed-off passage to circumvent the enemy forces. Though the tunnel turned out to be much too small for their use as it was, thanks to [[Gatoraider]], it proved useful nonetheless. He arrived a little late to the battle against Jhiaxus himself, only to find himself staring down [[Hubcap (MW)|Hubcap]]'s gun barrel. Thankfully, Jhiaxus ordered Hubcap to stand down before Nacelle got turned into one of Hubcap's gruesome architecture projects. He was shoved out of the way when Megaplex enacted his vengeance against Jhiaxus, killing the Cybertronian leader. Nacelle then helped restrain Megaplex. {{Storylink|A Common Foe}}<br />
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===''TransTech''===<br />
Nacelle was one of many offworlders in [[Axiom Nexus]]'s Under City. Nacelle was part of a crowd in [[Seeker-Shinai]] that [[Megatron (Movie)|C-81]] attempted to disperse through intimidation. Unfortunately, all the Seekers present were too stunned to see a "Megatron" in Axiom Nexus to budge. {{storylink|Cybertron's Most Wanted}}<br />
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===2019 IDW continuity===<br />
[[File:WeAreNotMeantToBeDarkness-Me.jpg|thumb|Too much iron in your blood.]]<br />
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Nacelle, [[Red Wing]], and [[Hooligan (G2)|Hooligan]] were part of the Seeker team sent to cover [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] when the Decepticons recruited the old warrior to assassinate [[Pyra Magna]]. However, Pyra had brought her [[Companion|Companions]] with her; when Red Wing saw that Pyra had unleashed [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] on them, he shouted for Nacelle to retreat. Nacelle had no idea who he was talking about, and as a result Windcharger used his magnetic powers to rend Nacelle's body, leaving him alive but badly injured. {{storylink|War World: We Are Not Meant To Be Darkness|We Are Not Meant To Be Darkness}}<br />
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Having evidently limped back to Decepticon HQ, Nacelle lambasted Red Wing as a coward to [[Wingstun]]. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Sea of Rust I|Sea of Rust I }}<br />
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==Games==<br />
===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br />
[[File:Battle_Tactics_Nacelle.jpg|400px|thumb]]<br />
Nacelle participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a promotional Rare character available via the Space Bridge. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Timelines''===<br />
[[File:Timelinestoy-Nacelle.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Nacelle''' (TFSS 3.0, 2015)}}</ul><br />
:*''TFSS3 number'': '''2'''<br />
:*''Accessories:'' Left & right launchers, 2 missiles<br />
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:''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' Nacelle was the second toy to be revealed for the [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] [[Transformers Figure Subscription Service#Series 3.0 (2015)|Figure Subscription Service]] 3.0, and is yet another [[redeco]]/[[retool]] of the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Deluxe Class [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Classics|Starscream]] mold, this time in primarily navy blue, red and white, using the [[BotCon 2007]] [[Thrust (G1)/toys#Timelines|Thrust]] tooling's wings with the mold's original head. <br />
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:Nacelle features ''two'' instances of [[misassembly]]: his tailfins are swapped, and the connectors for his wings are attached backwards. The latter defect puts a tremendous amount of stress on the tiny peg and can cause his wings to ''snap off'' at said peg if care is not taken during transformation.<br />
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:Nacelle's toy appeared differently when first revealed at [[BotCon 2014]]. His face was white (instead of red) and the muzzles on his launchers were blue (instead of red).<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/TFSSNacelle/nacelle.htm More information on Nacelle at TFU.info]''<br />
{{ClassicsSeekerMold}}<br />
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===''Legacy''===<br />
[[File:LegacyNacelle.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|Hell in Nacelle]]<br />
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-multi|'''Nacelle''' (Voyager Class, [[2023]])}}</ul><br />
:*''Accessories'': 2 rifles<br />
:*''Known designers'': [[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro)<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBqMyy6HYxE San Diego Comic-Con 2023 Generations panel recording] at the "Memo's collection" YouTube channel</ref><br />
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: [[Transformers: Legacy|''Legacy'']] Nacelle is a redeco of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege]]'' [[Starscream (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Starscream]], transforming into a Cybertronian "tetrajet" based on the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seekers']] appearance in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1]]". He includes two rifles which can mount on his upper arms or under the wings in jet mode (or in any other [[5 mm post|5 mm port]], really). As part of the ''Siege'' [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]], he has [[5 mm post|5 mm ports]] on his biceps, forearms, shins, under his feet (vehicle-mode thrusters), and wings. The 3 mm pegs on his shins, forearms, left bicep, and the tips of his rifles can accommodate [[Fire Blast effect]]s (sold separately).<br />
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: He was part of the [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive ''Pre-Cybertronian War Collection''; the use of the Cybertronian jet toy is based on his appearance in the 2019 [[IDW Publishing|IDW]] [[Transformers (2019 comic)|''Transformers'' comics]]. Nacelle was put up for preorder on [[July 21]]st 2023.<br />
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{{WFCSiegeStarscreamMold}}<br />
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==Notes==<br />
[[File:Ehobbygobotscatalog.jpg|right|upright=1.7|thumb|(Thrust/Nacelle is in alt-mode in mid-air.)]]<br />
* Nacelle's design is based upon an early version of [[Thrust (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Thrust]] (Japanese catalogue scan at right) at a development stage where the second year Seekers employed wings in different colors attached to unaltered first year [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] bodies. In Thrust's case, the prototype toy uses main body parts from [[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Thundercracker]].<br />
* Fun Publications staff designated the almost-hidden blue Seeker seen in "More Than Meets The Eye" as Nacelle even though their colors and build don't entirely match. Any differences could be attributed to alterations upon later taking an Earth form in addition to his own self modifications.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20160404223811/http://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/113309-tfss-30-discussion-thread-official-nacelle-pic-pg-43/page-16 Post by NightViper (Jesse Wittenrich) on the Allspark Forums, 9 September 2014] (via the Wayback Machine archive)</ref><br />
*The name "Nacelle" is taken from a [[Nacelle (WFC)|more recent Seeker character]] from an Aligned continuity novel. It was previously intended for the purple [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]] from the [[BotCon 2013]] exclusive souvenir three-pack, who ultimately ended up being named "[[Hotlink (G1)|Hotlink]]" instead.<ref name="bc13seekers">[https://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/156054-generations-selects-brown-box-revealed-pg-7/page-9#entry3834842 Post by Fun Publications' Jesse Wittenrich on The Allspark Forums, 15 January 2019] (Link defunct, but kept for historical record)</ref><ref name="whois">[https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1096940990424854528 Series of posts by Jesse Wittenrich on Twitter, 16 February 2019]</ref><br />
* As with other [[Seeker (body-type)#2019 IDW continuity|Seekers]] in the [[2019 IDW continuity|2019-2022 IDW comics]], Nacelle is drawn according to the ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' Voyager Class [[Starscream (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Starscream]] mold.<br />
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==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
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==External links==<br />
*[https://www.tf-1.com/articles/eurous_frame.php?art=earlyjets TF Square One history article covering "Generation 1" Nacelle]<br />
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LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Ultra_Magnus_(SG)&diff=1714288
Ultra Magnus (SG)
2023-08-11T21:03:27Z
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<div>{{factions|sgAutobot|wreckers|hofsilver}}<br />
{{disambig3.5|the evil Autobot|his heroic counterpart|Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus}}<br />
:''Ultra Magnus is an evil [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]] [[continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:IDWSGII_1_cvrRE.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Ever since it was a young dimension, the [[Primax 207.0 Epsilon|Classicsverse]] has been hated by skeletons.]]<br />
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To say '''Ultra Magnus''' is two-faced would be an understatement. Despite his bloodlust and ferocity on the battlefield, he grows quickly bored with the tedium of war. He is a master at understanding and applying the law, yet he doesn't have a single ethical circuit in his own body. He may try to hide these qualities behind weak protestations or friendly banter, but he can't keep it up for long. Eventually, these traits always alienate the [[Treadshot (SG)|few]] [[Shockwave (SG)|friends]] he has made, and Magnus takes those rejections ''very'' personally, showing them the full extent of his cruelty. However, he is a competent leader, whether leading his own personal strike team, the [[Wreckers]], or gathering [[Hound (SG)|supporters]] among the larger Autobot ranks.<br />
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His sadistic nature and short fuse inevitably lead him to conflict with his supposed master, [[Optimus Prime (SG)|Optimus Prime]]. Despite their at times brotherly relationship, Magnus chafes under Prime's command. He's grown tired of his commander's complacent leadership, throwing soldiers at problems with no greater goals or strategy. If Optimus can't provide Ultra Magnus the kind of ''creative'' war that he seeks, he'll just have to replace him, and create it himself. No matter how he may try and [[hologram|mask]] it, his horrifying skull-like visage perfectly reflects the monstrous [[spark]] within. <br />
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{{quote|'''Magnus! You coward!''' Like a small, herbivorous shrew, you are '''nothing!''' I will hunt you to the ends of time! I will '''burn your empire''' to the ground I... I... '''I fraggin' hate that guy.'''|Treadshot|"[[Invasion (issue)|Invasion]]"}}<br />
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==Fiction==<br />
===''Mini Mayhem!''===<br />
[[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] and Ultra Magnus teamed up against [[Eric Siebenaler]] to "teach him a lesson." {{storylink|Mini Mayhem!}}<br />
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===Fun Publications ''Shattered Glass'' continuity===<br />
[[File:Invasion-MagnusFlashback.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|There's no panel borders! This isn't a battle in a box at all!]]<br />
Ultra Magnus was the brother of [[Optimus Prime (SG)|Optimus Prime]]. {{storylink|Invasion}} At one point, Ultra Magnus led an attempted coup against Optimus, with [[Hound (SG)|Hound]] and [[Blurr (SG)|Blurr]] as his only ''known'' supporters, though Hound was reportedly a link between Magnus and [[Alpha Trion (SG)|Alpha Trion]]. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 28|SG Hound's magazine profile}} However, during the battle between Optimus and Ultra Magnus, the former cheated. {{storylink|Eye in the Sky}} When the coup failed, Prime had Magnus exiled to Paradron as punishment. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 29|SG Cyclonus's magazine profile}} <br />
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While trapped with [[Sideswipe (SG)|Sideswipe]] in the maze leading to the [[Omega Terminus]] chamber, [[Blurr (SG)|Blurr]] referred to [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] as a "traitorous lunatic". Sideswipe countered by saying that Blurr was one to talk, and asked how Ultra Magnus was doing. Blurr said Magnus was doing "better than [[Drench (SG)|Drench]]", at least. {{storylink|Dungeons & Dinobots}}<br />
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[[File:Invasion-Magnusportal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|By destroying a [[Marvel Comics|Marvel universe]], SG Magnus will finally prove [[FIRRIB]].]]<br />
With the help of [[Wheeljack (SG)|Wheeljack]], Ultra Magnus was sprung from prison on Paradron, along with [[Wreck-Gar (SG)|Wreck-Gar]] and his [[Junkion (species)#Shattered Glass|Junkions]]. After augmenting his body to match Optimus Prime's recent upgrade, gathering an army, and acquiring the legendary [[Terminus Blade]], Magnus had the means to both humiliate his brother and make his mark on the multiverse. Before jumping through a portal into another universe via Wheeljack's [[space bridge|Stellar Spanner]], Magnus boasted of his imminent victory before his brother via video feed. This would prove to be Magnus's only mistake, as Optimus Prime forwarded Ultra Magnus's whereabouts to his obsessive nemesis, Treadshot.<br />
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Ultra Magnus and his army appeared in the sky over the [[Ironworks (facility)|Ironworks]] base on [[Primax 207.0 Epsilon]]'s [[Earth]]. After most of the heroic Autobot opposition outside were corrupted and integrated into Magnus's army as Junkions, Ultra Magnus led them inside Ironworks, where he made quick work of a second wave. Complete victory was interrupted only by the arrival of Treadshot's heroic Decepticons through a portal. Though initially aggravated, Magnus quickly became elated when he saw Treadshot had come for him. However, Magnus's primary objective remained, so he used the Terminus Blade to send himself and his officers elsewhere. <br />
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[[File:Invasion-whatistha.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.5|You two shall pay dearly for ruining my special day.]]<br />
Below, Wheeljack had erected machinery that would direct the [[Rarified Energon]] that Ironworks guarded to the surface, where it would interact with a space bridge projector that, with the introduction of the Terminus Blade, would open up a rift in space time which would help Magnus destroy... a lot. As Magnus battled Treadshot above ground, the machinery below was guarded by force field. [[Soundwave (SG)|Sir Soundwave]] and [[Octopunch (SG)|Octopunch]] managed to expand the perimeter of the force field to be large enough to protect the entire Earth, which they thought would save the day. However, Ultra Magnus had been thinking bigger, as he had planned to destroy the entire universe. Ultimately, Earth was protected as it was brought into orbit over his own universe's [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] as the entire rest of the Earth's universe was catastrophically destroyed by the chain reaction of Rarified Energon. Content in his largely unimpeded victory, Magnus and his army fled, while Treadshot threatened lovingly graphic revenge. {{storylink|Invasion Prologue}} {{storylink|Invasion (issue)|Invasion}}<br />
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Unknown to Ultra Magnus at the time, his [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|positive universe counterpart]] survived the destruction and made his way into the negative polarity universe as well. {{storylink|Shattered Time}} <br />
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[[File:AnotherLight-choppitychop.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8|First his face, then his arm... where will it all end?]]<br />
Ultra Magnus and his followers continued their efforts to harness the power of the Terminus Blade. Wheeljack's efforts with [[forestonite]] proved unsatisfying, so they constructed a [[Collector]] on positive-Earth designed to feed off of the destruction of entire universes. Magnus confronted his heroic doppelgänger, now called Ultra Mammoth, who was in possession of his own artifact of the [[Thirteen]], the [[Origin Matrix]]. Mammoth initially bested Magnus, but his hesitation to kill left him open to a counterstrike by Ultra Magnus. He cut open Mammoth's chest and caused the Matrix and Blade to make contact. {{storylink|Distant Fissures}} <br />
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The Terminus Blade was fully recharged by the opposing relic, granting Ultra Magnus tremendous power and dimension-carving abilities. He gloried in his power for only a short time, however, before the arrival of [[Nexus Prime]]. One of the Thirteen original Primes, Nexus bound the Origin Matrix to the other pieces of the shattered [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], reassembling [[Prima|Prima's]] great weapon. He literally disarmed Ultra Magnus to retrieve the Terminus Blade, claiming both Blade and Saber for himself. Ultra Magnus tried to flee from his opponent, but Nexus Prime cast open a dimensional warp, banishing Magnus to a dimension suitable for his imprisonment. {{storylink|Restoration}} {{storylink|Out of the One, Many}}<br />
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===IDW ''Shattered Glass'' comic===<br />
Before the Great War, Ultra Magnus was a socially ungifted bureaucrat, hiding his twisted skull-like visage behind a [[hologram]] cloak, one that collapsed in bouts of great emotion. Extremely knowledge about Cybertronian law, Magnus became an unofficial legal advisor to [[Optimus Prime (SG)|Orion Pax]], allowing the ambitious Senator to know the limits of his power plays. This situation caused his strained friend, Senator [[Shockwave (SG)|Shockwave]], to visit Magnus and attempt to make him see sense before [[Goldbug (SG)|Bumblebee]] barged into to ask about police procedures on behalf of Pax. Some time later, Ultra Magnus assisted Pax in the formation of a [[Wreckers#Shattered Glass|special squad]] that would be "capable of bringing true order to Cybertron", and found himself being forcibly promoted to its leader. Though Magnus offered some token protestations, Pax bluntly called out his secret love for power and told him to pick out a name for his new squad.<br />
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Magnus later crossed paths with Shockwave again, after Magnus' squad had chased away reports hounding the Senator. Though Magnus attempted to keep the peace between his old friend and subordinates, Shockwave's barbs caused [[Impactor (SG)|Impactor]] to lose his temper and threaten to fight Shockwave himself. Magnus continued his attempts at peace brokering but one final quip from [[Kup (SG)|Kup]] about not being able to find a law for the situation fully sent him over the edge. His hologram glitching and breaking, Magnus grabbed Kup by the shoulder and brutally hurled him into Impactor, dazing the former and causing massive damage to the latter. Reeling from his outburst, Ultra Magnus was given one last barb from Shockwave as he left, whether or not Magnus was actually unable to calm the situation or just unwilling to admit he secretly didn't want to. This seemed to strike a chord within Magnus, as he told [[Wheeljack (SG)|Wheeljack]] to leave the damaged Impactor, and that there would be some changes.<br />
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After removing Impactor from the squad, Ultra Magnus named the group as the "Wreckers", defending his organizational changes to Pax by all the legal paperwork noting that he, not Pax, was the official team leader. Impressed by this assertiveness, Pax ordered the Wreckers to launch a terrorist attack on the [[Senate]]. When the Wreckers reached the Senate floor, Magnus personally ripped [[Ratbat (SG)|Ratbat]] in two, calling out a challenge to Shockwave as he did so. As Shockwave emerged, the lawman taunted the Senator with his refusal to be logical and just save himself, with Shockwave for his part attempting to appeal to Magnus's inner goodness in a futile attempt to get him to stand down. Magnus simply told Shockwave not to be so honest about how much he was being hurt, remarking that was how Pax got inside his own head in the first place, and proceeded to beat his former friend into stasis. At Pax's order, Ultra Magnus carried the prone Shockwave off to undergo [[empurata]], claiming he was somewhat jealous of Shockwave's impending personality shift. {{storylink|Shattered Glass II issue 1|Shattered Glass II #1}}<br />
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After the war that followed ended with the defeat of the Decepticons and the fracturing of the Autobot forces, Magnus placed several agents across Cybertron to keep his abreast of any new developments. {{storylink|Shattered Glass issue 5|Shattered Glass #5}} {{storylink|Shattered Glass II issue 2|Shattered Glass II #2}} Not long before the fall of [[Kaon (polity)|Gold City]], Ultra Magnus and his Wreckers were amongst the [[bodyscrapper]]s who faced off against Blurr for the bounty on the head of [[Sixshot (SG)|Sixshot]]. {{storylink|Shattered Glass issue 1|Shattered Glass #1}} Once Gold City had fallen, Slicer (formerly Wheeljack) reported on the fall of the city to [[Megatron (SG)|Megatron]] and his Decepticons, as well as Goldbug making off with [[Starscream (SG)|Starscream]]'s spark. Though unconcerned about the Decepticon taking back the city, he worried about the paradigm shift that could occur if Goldbug managed to reactivate the [[Titan (group)|Titan]] [[Metroplex (SG)|Metroplex]]. {{storylink|Shattered Glass issue 5|Shattered Glass #5}}<br />
[[File:SG Magnus.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.2|OPTIMUS HAS FALLEN! I, ULTRA MAGNUS, AM THE NEW LEADER OF THE AUTOBOTS!!!!!]]<br />
Ultra Magnus would soon rendezvous with Slicer and the other Wreckers and journey to [[Iacon (polity)|Pax]] for a meeting with Optimus Prime regarding recent events. They were stopped by [[Sunstreaker (SG)|Sunstreaker]] and [[Whirl (SG)|Whirl]], who attempted to cite the relevant laws before being intimidated by Magnus. Sunstreaker soon reported that Ultra Magnus would be taken directly to Optimus, though he was only allowed a single member of his team to accompany him. The other Wreckers bristled at this news, but were stopped by Magnus, who accepted the terms and told [[Jazz (SG)|Jazz]] to accompany him and suggested the others use Whirl as a guide to what the city had to offer.<br />
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Once in the throne room, Ultra Magnus attempted to convince a bored Prime of the danger now posed by both the Decepticons' new foothold in Gold City as well as Goldbug being off the grid with an awakened Titan under his control. Optimus, however, simply dismissed these concerns as unimportant, a response that prompted Jazz to claim that the only reason Optimus got this far was because of Ultra Magnus. Magnus then had to play damage control after Optimus struck Jazz, telling the warlord his men simply got restless from time to time. <br />
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Once dismissed from their audience, Ultra Magnus chastised Jazz over his outburst, telling him he needed patience. He went over Optimus's orders, which were simply for the Wreckers and his soldiers to simultaneously face off against Prowl, the Decepticons, ''and'' Goldbug's Titan. Unimpressed by this plan, Ultra Magnus surmised decisive action would be needed, and gave his Wreckers the signal. Turning his forces against the palace guards, Magnus went to confront the Prime himself, shedding his hologram and derisively calling the warlord Orion once more. Though the Prime held the early advantage, Magnus managed to damage his right arm, allowing him to turn the tide, charging at the Prime in alternate mode and furiously declaring that Optimus owed all his successes to Magnus. When Optimus Prime managed to remain online, Magnus slammed his foot down on his former master's chest, disabling him, as the Wreckers made it to the throne room. {{storylink|Shattered Glass II issue 1|Shattered Glass II #1}}<br />
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Still plagued by self-confidence issues however, Ultra Magnus did not believe he could lead the Autobots as himself, instead conspiring to steal Optimus's body. {{storylink|Shattered Glass II issue 5|Shattered Glass II #5}} After being repaired, Optimus was brought to Metroplex, {{storylink|Shattered Glass II issue 4|Shattered Glass II #4}} where his [[spark]] was extracted and Magnus's placed within the Prime's body. As he adjusted to his new body, Magnus was confronted by [[Soundwave (SG)|Soundwave]] and [[Wheeljack (SG)|Slicer]], ordering the latter to dispose of the former before Metroplex stumbled, Magnus being buried under debris. By the time Magnus recovered, [[Jetfire (SG)|Jetfire]] had removed [[Starscream (SG)|Starscream]]'s spark from Metroplex's power core, sending the Titan falling. With a furious vengeance, Magnus confronted Soundwave only to be shot through the chest by Slicer before he could deliver the killing blow, sending him tumbling out of the Titan's shattered optic. {{storylink|Shattered Glass II issue 5|Shattered Glass II #5}}<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Universe'' (2003)===<br />
[[File:Universe2003toy-UltraMagnusBIAB.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Hey, remember me? Well, I'm me.]]<br />
*'''Ultra Magnus with Over-Run vs. Treadshot with Nightbeat''' (Battle in a Box, [[2004]])<br />
{{note|''Universe'' [[Ultra Magnus (Energon)|Ultra Magnus]] was officially [[Repurposing|repurposed]] in "[[Invasion (issue)|Invasion]]" as the old body of ''Shattered Glass'' Ultra Magnus.}}<br />
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:''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Ultra Magnus is a [[redeco]] of the Super-Con (aka Deluxe) version of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Armada|Optimus Prime]], transforming into a long-nosed tractor-trailer cab of made-up model. Attaching a Mini-Con to the [[Powerlinx]] plug on his back activates a double-fisted "punching" gimmick. His smokestacks can be removed from his forearms, but don't really ''do'' anything if you do so, so why bother?<br />
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:Magnus was available only in a ''Universe'' "[[Battle in a Box]]" set with his Mini-Con partner [[Over-Run (Armada)#Universe (2003)|Over-Run]], and the Decepticon-allied pairing of [[Treadshot (Universe 2003)#Toys|Treadshot]] and ''his'' Mini-Con partner [[Nightbeat (Armada)#Universe (2003)|Nightbeat]]. The set was available only at "[[market six]]" stores like Kohl's, at the same time as the [[Smokescreen (Armada)#Universe (2003)|Smokescreen]]/[[Ransack (Universe 2003)#Toys|Ransack]] set.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/BIABUltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Timelines''===<br />
[[File:Timelinestoy-BC2012UltraMagnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|He puts the "foe" in FoeYay.]]<br />
*'''Invasion''' ([[BotCon 2012]] box set)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Terminus Blade<br />
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:''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' Ultra Magnus is a [[redeco]] of ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#RTS|Reveal the Shield]]'' Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Optimus Prime]], in the colors of ''[[Diaclone]]'' [[Delta Magnus#Notes|Powered Convoy]] (who was later redecoed into Generation 1 [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Ultra Magnus]]). He transforms into a racing truck, and features what appears to be the mold's [[Retool#Gang-molded alternate parts|second head]], with a translucent skull-like face and blue eyes, seen previously only in the instructions. Like Prime, Magnus features a rub sign on his roof, and has a (non-detachable) matrix gimmick in robot mode formed by a relief pattern on the inside of the cab's side windows, which is visible through the windshield/chest in robot mode. He comes with a sword that he can wield with both hands, and the sword forms the hitch of the truck in vehicle mode.<br />
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:Ultra Magnus was released in a box set with [[Soundwave (SG)#Timelines|Soundwave]], [[Tracks (SG)#Toys|Tracks]], [[Treadshot (SG)#Toys|Treadshot]], [[Overlord (G1)#Timelines|Gigatron]], and [[Metalhawk (G1)#Timelines|Metalhawk]]. The original version of the mold was also redecoed into [[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|''Shattered Glass'' Optimus Prime]] and [[Scourge (RID)#Timelines|''Timelines'' Scourge]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/BCUltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on BotCon Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Shattered Glass Collection''===<br />
[[File:TF-Shattered-Glass-Collection-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Pair me with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Anti-Gravity Pedestal Tenseg Base|''Tenseg'' Prime]] to make me [[:File:RedCabPoweredConvoy.jpeg|Italian]]!]]<br />
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Leader Class, [[2022]])<br />
**''Accessories'': blaster, 2 missile launchers, 7 armor/car carrier pieces, Energon sword, Energon axe (combines to form Terminus Blade), [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Shattered Glass Collection|Matrix of Leadership]], alternate head<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] and [[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)#Shattered Glass Collection|Shattered Glass Collection]]'' Ultra Magnus is a new head redeco of ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Ultra Magnus]], which was itself a retool of ''Siege'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Ultra Magnus]]. He transforms into a car-carrier truck in 28 steps. Magnus himself is a Voyager-sized figure who makes up the cab, with the trailer becoming [[Super Mode]] armor, like the original [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] toy. Magnus makes use of an alternate skull head sculpt, based on the original ''Shattered Glass'' character's design, that was planted in the ''Kingdom'' Ultra Magnus mold set by designer [[John Warden]]. He also features several 3 mm posts (for [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]]) and [[5 mm post|5 mm ports]] as part of the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]].<br />
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:Ultra Magnus comes with the missile launchers and blaster from the original ''Kingdom'' release, as well as ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]]'s Energon sword, Energon axe, and Matrix of Leadership, now mostly cast in translucent red plastic. The sword has a tab on the handle which prevents Magnus from holding it, except when combined with the axe as The [[Terminus Blade]].<br />
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:Ultra Magnus also includes a redeco of the original ''Kingdom'' toy's head, giving you the option of re-purposing the figure as "''Diaclone'' [[Delta Magnus]]", as noted by Hasbro's [[Mark Maher]] when promoting the toy for a [[Hasbro Pulse#Fan First Friday|Fan First <s>Friday</s> Tuesday]]. Maher also consistently referred to the inner robot as [[Magna Convoy]].<ref>[[April 14]], [[2022]] [https://youtu.be/6MExpXH9zAg Fan First Tuesday | BACK-TO-BACK Transformers & Power Rangers Livestream], with [[Isabella Weiss]], [[Rachel Fleming]], [[Mark Maher]], and [[Takio Ejima]].</ref> However, the toy as released is only named as Ultra Magnus, and the head swap gimmick is worked into the plot of the concurrent ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass II|Shattered Glass II]]'' miniseries by [[IDW Publishing]].<br />
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:Like the rest of the ''Shattered Glass Collection'' line, Ultra Magnus is exclusive to [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the [[United States of America|United States]], [[United Kingdom]], and [[Canada]]. If purchased through Hasbro Pulse, the toy is shipped with the [[Shattered Glass II issue 1|first issue]] of ''Shattered Glass II'',<ref>Hasbro Pulse [https://twitter.com/HasbroPulse/status/1513908328405086217/ Twitter]: "Check out the first issue of the Shattered Glass #comicbook miniseries, “War of the Titan,” with an exclusive variant cover included with this figure!"</ref> with an exclusive cover featuring spot UV. <br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
===''Magic: The Gathering''===<br />
[[File:MTG-SG-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Ultra Magnus, Tactician / Ultra Magnus, Armored Carrier''' (2022)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''029''' <br />
**''Set code:'' '''BOT'''<br />
**''Color identity:'' '''Red/Green/White'''<br />
**''Casting cost:'' '''{4}{R}{G}{W}''' (front), '''{3}{R}{G}{W}''' (back)<br />
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:"Ultra Magnus, Tactician" is part of the 2022 ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'' ''[[wikia:mtg:Universes Beyond|Universes Beyond]]'' ''[[wikia:mtg:Transformers|Transformers]]'' card set, found in Collector Booster packs of ''Magic''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> ''[[wikia:mtg:The Brothers' War|The Brothers' War]]'' set. It can be reversed to become "Ultra Magnus, Armored Carrier", representing Ultra Magnus in vehicle mode.<br />
:A variant of this card was available in both Set Booster and Collector Booster packs, depicting [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/merchandise#Magic: The Gathering|"Generation 1" Ultra Magnus]]. <br />
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==Notes==<br />
[[File:UltraMagnusSG-FromTheEditorsDesk.jpg|thumb|upright=0.8|Okay, but where's the translucent skull?]]<br />
*Ultra Magnus's appearance in [[2008]]'s [[Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 22|''Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club'' #22]], (within a "[[Mini Mayhem!]]"-style comic featuring a version of ''Shattered'' Magnus appeared in "From the Editor's Desk..." along with [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] and [[Eric Siebenaler]].) he looks remarkably different from his later appearances. The inclusion of SG Ultra Magnus (with [[Delta Magnus#Notes|Powered Convoy]] colors) in this comic micro-continuity was in repayment of a favor from the author to [[Randy Para]], who is often known online as "[[user:Poweredconvoy|Powered Convoy]]".<br />
*Years later when he got to receive a toy at BotCon 2012, his colors were originally those of his counterpart's [[e-HOBBY]] [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)#Post-Generation 2 releases|Generation 2]] [[Ultra Magnus (G1)#G2|toy]], but concerns with having the same exclusive idea as someone else got to feature Powered Convoy's color back instead. <ref>https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1418254080452009991</ref><br />
** While his head was initially conceived for an unrealized Nemesis Prime toy, the team doing Ultra Magnus choose to incorporate it in the resulting toy.<ref>https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/1418254085858414592</ref><br />
*In [[Fun Publications]]' ''Shattered Glass'' stories, Ultra Magnus used to look like [[Ultra Magnus (Energon)#Universe (2003)|"Battle in a Box" Ultra Magnus]]. When the "Invasion" comic's creative team was asked if they were actually the same guy versus being a [[repurposing]], the simultaneous answer was "Sure", "Yes", and "No". Somebody's a spoilsport. The Facebook edition of [[Ask Vector Prime]] would later clarify the "Battle in a Box" Ultra Magnus toy as primarily a version of Unicron Trilogy [[Ultra Magnus (Energon)|Ultra Magnus]].<br />
*In [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[Shattered Glass issue 5|''Shattered Glass'' #5]], Ultra Magnus is drawn as a straight recoloring of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' Leader Class [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Ultra Magnus]]. Evidently, plans for the ''Kingdom''-styled Ultra Magnus toy in ''Shattered Glass Collection'' had not been finalized at the time of writing.<br />
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:''Sunstreaker is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker-IDW-Guidi.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hi. I'm better than you.]]<br />
'''Sunstreaker''' knows to the core of his [[spark]] that he is better than any other Autobot, and he makes sure everyone else knows it, too. His sociopathic tendencies, combined with his incredible vanity and arrogance, usually result in tension between himself and the other Autobots. He is generally unwilling to help those who are having trouble keeping up, and is quite audible when it comes to complaining about the shortcomings of everyone else. The only Autobot he truly gets along with is his [[twin]] [[Relatives|brother]], [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], and even that can seem strained at times.<br />
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The main reason [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] keeps him around is most likely Sunstreaker's effectiveness on the battlefield. Ruthless and skilled in all forms of combat, there is not much Sunstreaker cannot handle. As a front-line warrior, Sunstreaker is a great asset for the [[Autobot]] army. If a rather scary one.<br />
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{{bigquote|I'm transforming! I see my true beauty emerging!|Sunstreaker|"[[The Autobot Run]]"}}<br />
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==Fiction==<br />
===Marvel Comics continuity===<br />
====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br />
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[[File:State games 1.JPG|thumb|left|upright=1.0|Cannot, in fact, beat Megatron with one hand behind his back.]]<br />
''Prior to the outbreak of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s [[Great War (G1)|planet-wide civil war]], Sunstreaker was a gladiator in the [[Games (competition)|Games]] held between the [[Polities of Cybertron|city states]]. He was once brutally beaten by [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] in combat, and would have been killed if [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] had not stepped in.'' {{storylink|State Games}}<br />
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[[File:Magnificent6_crop.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|The Magnificent 1+]]<br />
''Early into the Autobot-Decepticon war, Sunstreaker was a member of the [[Magnificent Six]] a team of Autobot warriors tasked with infiltrating Decepticon-held territories and sowing discord from within. During a mission to [[Yuss]], he helped destroy a band of Decepticons terrorizing the town, and was hailed as a hero by the resident [[neutral]]ists for it. A retaliatory strike proved harder to repel, as the Autobots found themselves facing off against [[Megadeath (G1)|Megadeath]] and his elite cadre. The Magnificent Six managed to hold Yuss's borders for a week, but the locals grew to resent them as the violence took its toll on them. The civilians were eventually pushed into betraying the Autobots after Sunstreaker made an indelicate joke about the destruction of Yuss's Ampodrome, a beloved museum. The entire unit was captured and submitted to horrendous torture under Megadeath's care.''<br />
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''In one of Megadeath's sadistic games, the Decepticon gave five of the six Autobots blasters, and offered them a chance to win their freedom; they only needed to stop him from killing [[Stampede]], the only unarmed member. Sunstreaker and the others failed to even take up arms, so thoroughly had the Decepticon succeeded in breaking them by that point. Afterwards, Megadeath gave the Autobots two hours to find his neutralist prisoners before he detonated five [[neutron bomb]]s and obliterated the entire region. Finding their mettle, the Autobots forwent any attempt to rescue either themselves or the civilians for the Decepticon's entertainment. They instead hid, then ambushed and crippled Megadeath when he came to investigate their lack of action. Megadeath refused to divulge where he had stashed the neutralists, so the Autobots left him behind to die to his own device. When questioned about what had transpired during their mission, the survivors lied and claimed not to remember any of it.'' {{storylink|The Magnificent Six!}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was among the crew of the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] that crashed on [[Earth]] four million years. {{storylink|The Transformers (issue)|The Transformers}}<br />
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An erroneous account would later place Sunstreaker as part of a group of Autobots posted on Cybertron hundreds of years ago who, upon detecting the [[Underbase]] heading towards Earth, sent out [[Raindance|two]] [[Grand Slam (G1)|mini-cassettes]] to forewarn the Autobots posted on the organic world of its arrival. {{storylink|Club Con!}}<ref>The flashback in "[[Club Con!]]" depicting Sunstreaker, Beachcomber, Perceptor, and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] on Cybertron is screwy for all kinds of reasons. Aside from the fact that Sunstreaker was on Earth at the time and Defensor hadn't even been created then, Beachcomber and Perceptor would first learn that Optimus Prime still lived in "The Smelting Pool!", when they intercepted the signal that [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]] sent in "[[The Next Best Thing to Being There!]]".</ref><br />
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[[File:SunstreakerBlastsSkywarp.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|When Sunstreaker "puts his shoulder into it"... people get slagged.]]<br />
Sunstreaker and the rest of the Ark's crew were eventually awakened in [[1984]]. {{storylink|The Transformers (issue)|The Transformers}}<br />
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''In the first few days on Earth, Sunstreaker was teamed up with [[Jazz (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Jazz]] in a mission to scout out Megatron's new base. When [[Thundercracker (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Thundercracker]] and [[Skywarp (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Skywarp]] showed up and thrashed Jazz, Sunstreaker opted to run rather than risk his finish getting messed up. He diverted the jets' attack towards a human military camp, and though he received minimal damage, his plan worked; by bringing the Decepticons close enough to the camp, the humans were provoked into themselves attacking the Decepticons. Thundercracker and Skywarp were driven off, but some soldiers were injured in the confrontation.'' {{storylink|...Perchance to Dream}} He engaged the Decepticons in battle at the [[S. Witwicky Auto Repairs & Tow Service|Witwicky garage]], firing his [[electron pulse gun]] at the incoming jets while his brother Sideswipe took the fight to them with his [[Jet pack|rocket backpack]], but ultimately failed to keep them from kidnapping [[Sparkplug Witwicky]]. {{storylink|Power Play!}} Sunstreaker took part in the mission to rescue Sparkplug from the Decepticons' [[Fortress Sinister|fortress]] and managed to hit Skywarp with one of his shoulder-mounted, laser-guided, ground-to-air [[missile]]s during a brief skirmish, thus proving (at least to himself) that he was Cybertron's greatest warrior. {{storylink|Prisoner of War!}}<br />
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''While repairing the Ark, Sunstreaker looked on as [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] flipped out and attacked Sideswipe, the former's mind altered thanks to a short circuit. After the renegade Autobot had been seemingly destroyed in trial by combat with [[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Starscream]], Sunstreaker was depressed but was soon overjoyed to learn that Brawn's apparent death had been a [[Hologram|holographic ruse]] perpetrated by [[Mirage (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Mirage]] and Optimus Prime.'' {{storylink|The Enemy Within!}} ''Shortly afterwards the Ark was attacked by the Decepticons and Sunstreaker tussled with [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]] before all the combatants were disabled by [[Aunty|Auntie]], the Ark's computer, and only freed thanks to the unlikely pairing of [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] and [[Ravage (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ravage]].'' {{storylink|Raiders of the Last Ark}} Sunstreaker was relatively low on fuel after this, and so gave up his remaining power in the transference chambers to power up Prime, [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]], [[Ironhide (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ironhide]], [[Bluestreak (G1)|Bluestreak]] and Mirage for combat against the Decepticons... but then joined them for the battle anyway. {{storylink|The Last Stand}}<br />
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[[File:SunstreakerScrapped.jpg|thumb|upright=1.9|Poor Sunstreaker was too sociopathic for even the comic.]]<br />
When [[Shockwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Shockwave]] took control over the Decepticons and possession of the Ark, he destroyed Sunstreaker's body as a demonstration and warning to the deposed [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]]. {{storylink|The New Order}} His remains were strung up from the Ark's ceiling thereafter. {{storylink|Repeat Performance!}} Because of this, Sunstreaker's body was in disrepair for a very long time; at one point, when [[G.B. Blackrock]] asked about him in the med bay, Jazz told him that [[Ratchet (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ratchet]] wasn't even sure if Sunstreaker would ever be operational again. {{storylink|The Next Best Thing to Being There!}} <br />
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[[File:Grimlockwasthatwise.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.67|"I get to do something again--we're fighting [[Unicron|WHAT]]?"]]<br />
However, Sunstreaker was fully repaired in time to view the duel between [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]] on the [[Moon (moon)|moon]]. The match was interrupted by a Decepticon attack, and Sunstreaker came under fire. {{storylink|Totaled!}} He was badly damaged again, and he wound up in stasis aboard the Ark again, to be revived by [[Nucleon (substance)|Nucleon]] in [[1990]], when he and the other newly revived Autobots joined the attack on [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]]. {{storylink|On the Edge of Extinction!}} Surprisingly, he survived ''that'' battle as he was able to attend the first meeting of the shaky Autobot-Decepticon alliance. {{storylink|Exodus!}} Once the alliance had fallen apart, the Autobots tracked [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]]'s forces to the planet of [[Klo]] where they were ambushed and most of them, including Sunstreaker, were killed. However, he was resurrected a short time later thanks to the arrival of Optimus Prime and the [[Last Autobot]]. {{storylink|End of the Road! (US)|End of the Road!}}<br />
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=====Future timelines=====<br />
In the far-flung future year of [[2005]], the Decepticons staged an assault on [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]]. Optimus Prime and his soldiers on [[Moonbase One]] traveled to Earth to defend their comrades. Sunstreaker was present when Prime rolled out to engage Megatron in battle personally. {{storylink|The Planet-Eater!}}<br />
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=====Earthforce=====<br />
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[[File:Sunstreakerg1uk.jpg|thumb|I'm YELLOW, dammit!]]<br />
An injured Sunstreaker, along with several other Autobots, was awakened not by Nucleon, but by [[Galvatron II|Galvatron]]'s [[mind bug]]. Galvatron had studied their dreams in the aim of finding dissenting members of the Autobots that he hoped to put into his own employ, but after a short skirmish, Galvatron's own mind was hijacked by an invention cobbled by [[Wheeljack (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Wheeljack]]. Sunstreaker had been off-line so much while on Earth that he needed the others to explain who Galvatron was to him. {{storylink|...Perchance to Dream}} Unlike everyone else who was brought back, Sunstreaker came out of the experience with absolutely no changes in personality, temperament, or maturity! Even though he'd relived letting people die! {{storylink|Transformers Annual 1990|1990 Sunstreaker profile}}<br />
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Sunstreaker and the others would go on to join the Earthforce unit, under [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]'s command. {{storylink|Break-Away!}} Initially operating out of their [[Ark shuttlecraft|shuttle]], they decided to abandon the [[Autobot Code]] and do things their own way. {{storylink|Once upon a Time...}} After [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] foolishly broadcast [[Prowl (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Prowl]]'s location over an open channel, [[Jazz (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Jazz]] and Sunstreaker had to race to beat the Decepticons to the site. Prowl had just disabled an [[Global warming satellite|atmosphere-destroying bomb]] of [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]]'s before it reached apex, but the poison on board was still a viable threat. They didn't beat the Decepticons to the landing site, but before they could jump into the fray, Prowl pulled Jazz and Sunstreaker aside. He had already cleared out the poison, so the two Decepticon factions were fighting over nothing! {{storylink|Life in the Slow Lane}} <br />
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Sunstreaker often got into fights with Dinobots as they couldn't resist dissing him. {{storylink|Transformers Annual 1990|1990 Sunstreaker profile}}<br />
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Later, Sunstreaker helped Jazz, [[Ironhide (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ironhide]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Bumblebee]] ruin the Decepticon [[Enclave]] and any chance of peace between Megatron and Shockwave by faking an assassination attempt on Megatron. Once the Decepticons' in-fighting had taken them out of the caves they had originally been holding their soirée in, the Autobots took the opportunity to have some festivities of their own, nabbing what snacks their enemies had left behind. {{storylink|The Bad Guy's Ball!}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was present with the entire Earthforce team outside Autobot Earthbase when Wheeljack unveiled his brand-new unbreachable defensive system. This was unfortunate, as Wheeljack had forgotten that, once activated, the system could only be turned off from the inside, forcing Prowl to run the gauntlet and reach the shutdown console within. {{storylink|The House that Wheeljack Built!}}<br />
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When [[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]] kidnapped the Autobots' ally, [[Irwin Spoon]], Sunstreaker joined the other Autobot cars for an impromptu chase scene. He negotiated his way through the various [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticon]] attacks and delaying tactics, but finally hit the wall (literally) when Motormaster detached his cab segment and left his trailer jackknifed across the highway. 'Streaker hit it head-on, and wound up with a legitimate complaint about his bodywork. {{storylink|End of the Road! (UK)|End of the Road!}}<br />
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Much later, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus]] unwittingly reunited the surviving members of the [[Magnificent Six]] for a mission to the [[Acid Wastes]]. He suspected the [[Underbase]]'s ruins still held a connection to Cybertron's core, which they could tap into to defeat [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]]. Despite the mission's urgency, Sunstreaker and the others made excuses to be excluded from it. Optimus was bewildered by this apparent display of cowardice, and sent them forth anyways, with [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] along to round out the team.<br />
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[[File:Magnificent Six the end.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|It was a profoundly sombre moment; the mournful atmosphere only slightly punctured when Silverbolt lit one of his farts.]]<br />
Sunstreaker, [[Inferno (G1)|Inferno]], Prowl, Wheeljack, and Jazz found themselves haunted by their past trauma, causing them to hesitate with increasing frequency as they delved deeper into the region. When they reached the remnants of [[Yuss]], all five froze in place completely, despite all attempts Silverbolt made at prodding them forward. They were thus incapable of fighting back when they were accosted by a swarm of mutated mechs, survivors of the Neutronic holocaust that they had failed to prevent millions of years ago. But another ghost from their past held even greater sway over them: [[Megadeath (G1)|Megadeath]] had survived as well, and took the group captive once more! Having realized that his teammates were plagued by past trauma, Silverbolt sought to shock Sunstreaker and the others back to their senses through ridicule, calling the five "the Autobots' resident losers." This riled them enough for the truth of what had transpired in Yuss to finally come forth. Silverbolt convinced his comrades that they were stronger than they thought, and the group's confidence slowly returned. With hate and cold fury driving them, Sunstreaker and his war-time companions confronted Megadeath while Silverbolt saw to the mutated neutralists being freed from his control. Sunstreaker and the others battered down their former torturer, only stopping short of the killing blow. But Megadeath would rather kill himself, while taking the Autobots with him, than admit defeat; he breached his own nuclear core, beginning a destructive chain reaction. The Autobots fled to once more avoid annihilation.<br />
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Having overcome their ghosts, the Autobots resumed their initial mission, and reached the former site of the Underbase with the neutralists in tow. {{storylink|The Magnificent Six!}}<br />
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=====Another Time & Place=====<br />
Sunstreaker stormed the [[Hydrus Four]] facility with his fellow Autobots to rescue Grimlock and the Dinobots. He almost took a shot in the back from a Decepticon, but Optimus Prime took out his attacker. {{storylink|Another Time & Place}}<br />
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====''Classics''====<br />
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[[File:Invasion-Radcontrolroom.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|If I'm in the back you can't see my sweet new body!]]<br />
Sunstreaker and Sideswipe joined Optimus Prime's crew on Earth after Megatron resurfaced. They braved the Ark's defenses in order to break inside and recover their lost comrade, Ratchet. As an expression of his concern, Sunstreaker made no mention of the chips and tarnish of his paint job when they freed Ratchet, and together the twins carried their medic friend away to safety. {{storylink|At Fight's End}}<br />
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Subsequently, Sunstreaker was stationed with several other Autobots in [[Canada]] within the ''[[Ark II]]''. He was present one day when [[Rad (G1)|Rad]] reported from the [[Ironworks (facility)|Ironworks]] base in [[Oregon]] about a foiled attack by [[Overlord (G1)|Gigatron]] and his Decepticons. Soon thereafter, due to the actions of an evil [[Ultra Magnus (SG)|Ultra Magnus]] from [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|another dimension]], a rift of space time opened over Earth, causing catastrophes worldwide. Sunstreaker assisted his peers in evacuating a devastated city block. {{storylink|Invasion (issue)|Invasion}}<br />
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Most of the Autobots relocated to the Ironworks after their Earth transported into the negative polarity universe. Sunstreaker and the crew were pulled to safety in [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock's]] shuttle as the planet started to come apart around them. {{storylink|The Future Buried...}}<br />
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====''Regeneration One''====<br />
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Sunstreaker was part of the unit that accompanied Optimus Prime to confront Megatron on the devastated planet Earth. {{storylink|Loose Ends, Part 3}} After the battle had been won, Sunstreaker and [[Roadbuster (G1)|Roadbuster]] were assigned to guard the crashed Ark. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part One}}<br />
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He was later seen at the [[Presidium (facility)|Presidium]] during [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ultra Magnus]]'s final charge against the attacking Decepticon forces. {{storylink|Destiny, Part Five}}<br />
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====''Transformers '84''====<br />
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===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br />
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An original member of the Autobots when they crash-landed on Earth, Sunstreaker participated in a fair amount of battles against the Decepticons. He also did a fair amount of ''zilch'' in those battles. By 2005, he was stationed on the Autobot Moon Base as part of Optimus Prime's crew, while also being stationed on Autobot City, Earth, as part of Ultra Magnus's troops. He got around.<br />
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In a splinter timeline, Sunstreaker had a few more unremarkable adventures, such as one where he ''almost'' gained a [[Binaltech (technology)|Binaltech]] body, but didn't. He later joined the [[Interplanetary Personnel Exchange Program]] and became partners with the human [[Kelly (RID)|Junko Shiragami]], whose hair he enjoyed sniffing.<br />
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===Kid Stuff Talking Story Books===<br />
Sunstreaker and Optimus lifted themselves up into Earth orbit using electro-magnetic lifts. Wielding a gigantic sheet of reflective metal between them, they beamed back towards the Decepticons’ satellite the deadly heat the evil robots had used to melt the [[Rocky Mountains|Rockies]] into a puddle of molten rock. The satellite's energy turned against itself caused it to explode spectacularly. {{storylink|Satellite of Doom}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots sent to attack Megatron and Soundwave during their latest scheme to extract oil from underneath the jungle of Brazil. The Decepticons managed to escape once more during the attack. {{storylink|Storms of Destruction}}<br />
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===Sticker Adventures books===<br />
In the aftermath of a battle with the Decepticons, the Autobots found that Decepticon activities had seemingly stopped altogether. Taking advantage of the situation, Optimus went on a trip. Shortly afterwards, Gears discovered that the Autobot's entire fuel supply had been stolen. Thinking he was exaggerating, Sunstreaker told Gears to stop complaining, only for Bumblebee to tell him Gears was correct in his assertion. With their fuel gone, the Autobots were at a huge disadvantage when the Decepticons attacked again. Thankfully, Optimus returned just in time with a new shipment of fuel. Re-energized, the Autobots forced the Decepticons to flee once again. {{storylink|Revenge of the Decepticons}}<br />
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When the Decepticons attacked an Autobot construction site, Sunstreaker helped his fellow Autobots in driving them back. {{storylink|Return to Cybertron}}<br />
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===Marvel Storybooks continuity===<br />
Sunstreaker joined Optimus and the rest of the thirty-five Autobots stationed on Earth on an invasion of the Decepticons' headquarters. In the battle that ensued, he blasted Rumble in order to prevent him from creating an earthquake, only to be shot himself by Skywarp. Thankfully, Sunstreaker's durable steel skin resisted the blast. The Autobots were enventually jettisoned from the Decepticons' headquarters and, after some minor repairs, returned to confront Megatron, now with the Decepticons' plan to take over the Earth well under way. Megatron revealed his trump card, The Devastator, for the first time. Unfazed by the formation of the colossus, Sunstreaker led a small group of Autobots as a first strike force against the gestalt. For all of his efforts, Sunstreaker was picked up like a doll by The Devastator while the rest of his squand were blasted by The Devastator's gun. Thanks to the Dinobots' timely intervention, the Autobots eventually succeeded in defeating the Decepticons, and returned to their own base victorious. {{storylink|Battle for Earth}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was enjoying some alone time, polishing his chrome while he admired his transformation abilities. He was so engrossed in looking at his reflection in a nearby pond that he failed to notice [[Devastator (G1)|a giant Decepticon]] sneaking up on him. Only when the robot blotted out Sunstreaker's light did the vain Autobot take notice. Though Sunstreaker attempted to escape, the Decepticon stomped down on him, damaging his chrome. Sunstreaker's ego having been bruised, he attempted to engage the enemy. This only resulted in Sunstreaker being captured and brought to a prison cell within the Decepticons' headquarters.<br />
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The Decepticon warrior, Devastator, revealed to Sunstreaker that he was the combined form of six Constructicons. Megatron approached Sunstreaker, and informed the hostage that his teammates would soon be forced into surrendering. Sunstreaker took a potshot at Megatron as the Decepticon leader walked away, and was bombarded by the Decepticons for his insolence. Sunstreaker crawled to a corner of his cell to tend to his wounds.<br />
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The other Autobots attempted to rescue Sunstreaker. This resulted in [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]], [[Slag (G1)|Slag]] and [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] to be captured by Devastator as well, and they were put in Sunstreaker's cell.<br />
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The next morning, the four prisoners were brought outside to look upon a statue of Devastator. Megatron informed his prisoners that the statue was a gift from the Autobots, signifying that they surrendered. Despite a letter from Optimus conceding this to be the state of affairs, Sunstreaker and the others refused to accept that the Autobots would simply forfeit the Earth. The statue was in fact an Autobot ruse. Reinforcements burst forth from within the false peace offering, and the Autobots ambushed Devastator. A massive battle followed, with the Autobots emerging victorious. Sunstreaker was amongst the Autobots still standing after the kerfuffle, and was instructed by Optimus to help carry the wounded back to Autobot headquarters. {{storylink|The Autobots' Secret Weapon}}<br />
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===Marvel coloring books===<br />
Sunstreaker was one of the many Autobots who saved Sparkplug and Buster Witwicky from being killed by a squad of Decepticons. Later, when the Decepticons attacked the Hoover Dam, <s>Spin-Out</s> Sunstreaker fought Thundercracker and was badly damaged. Thankfully, Sparkplug was able to fix him in no time, and the Autobots managed to repel the Decepticons once more. {{storylink|The Deadly Fuel Shortage}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was part of the Autobot convoy that accompanied Optimus Prime when the Autobots learned the Decepticons were stealing fuel from all across the globe with the help of a [[molecular transfer device]]. Laserbeak attempted to sneak up on Sunstreaker, but Jazz stepped in and used his flamethrower to blast the Decepticon. {{storylink|Summertime Coloring Book}}<br />
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Sunstreaker (or Sideswipe) was part of a small strike team of Autobots assembled by Ultra Magnus to help the Dinobots, who were currently engaged in battle against the Decepticons, just outside of Autobot City. After they defeated the Decepticons, Sunstreaker/Sideswipe and the others were cheered on by the nearby oil rig workers as they drove back to Autobot City. {{storylink|Battle at Oil Valley}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was returning from a road trip with Daniel, Hound and Hot Rod, Bumblebee, Blurr, Wheelie, Springer and Kup when the group paused to eat at a rest stop. As the Autobots ingested Energon Cubes, Hot Rod asked Kup to tell a story. Kup told the others the story of how, upon first crash landing in Mt. St. Hillary, the Ark had lost an enormous shipment of Energon Cubes that remained lost to the day. Enthralled by Kup's story, the rest of the group were all eager to go looking for this lost treasure. Then Springer and Sunstreaker noticed Laserbeak taking off from their location. The two Autobots attempted to shoot him down to no avail. The Autobots realized that Laserbeak had been spying on them the whole time, and would soon inform Galvatron about the lost Energon shipment. Sunstreaker and the others rushed back to Metroplex to inform Ultra Magnus on the situation. After a brief conference, Ultra Magnus led his troops to the Ark's crash site. Finding the Decepticons there already, the two factions began to fight. When the Energon stash was uncovered, it was completely gobbled up by Starscream who proclaimed himself the most powerful Decepticon. With nothing left to fight over, Sunstreaker and the Autobots left Galvatron and Starscream to their squabble. {{storylink|The Lost Treasure of Cybertron}}<br />
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===Big Looker storybooks continuity===<br />
Upon first awakening on Earth after being offline for about 65 million years, Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots who attempted to take the Decepticons by surprise while the evil robots still did not know what Earth forms the Autobots had taken. Though they successfully took by surprise a squadron of Decepticons, the Autobots had not anticipated a second group flying in from the opposite direction. Thanks to a warning from Spike and Sparkplug, the Autobots managed to fend off the Decepticons, and came to accept Earth as their new home. {{storylink|Battle for Cybertron}}<br />
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During a Decepticon plot to steal an oil truck, [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] short-circuited the truck's wiring so that it couldn't move. Sunstreaker countered his move, however, using electron pulses to restart the truck and get it back in action. {{storylink|Decepticon Hijack}} <br />
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When the Decepticons invaded a car show at the Coliseum, Sunstreaker was one of the robots in disguise who infiltrated the show to thwart the Decepticon plot. {{storylink|Car Show Blow Up}}<br />
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===The Battle for Planet Earth===<br />
{{voiceactor|[[Peter Marinker]] (English)}}<br />
Sunstreaker was among the Autobots who traveled to [[South America]] in search of energy, and fought the Decepticons on [[Mount Sheelah]]. {{storylink|Terror of Mount Sheelah}} Resting after a day of hard work repairing the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]], Sunstreaker and the other Autobots watched [[television]]. On learning that the Decepticons were kidnapping humans, Sunstreaker agreed that [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] was best suited to go investigate the Decepticon base. {{storylink|Bumblebee to the Rescue (G1)|Bumblebee to the Rescue}} He was also among the Autobots who thwarted the Decepticon invasion of [[Stanley Lake]] dam. {{storylink|Menace at the Dam}} When [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] announced he wanted to defect to the Autobots, Sunstreaker thought the Air Commander's experience might be of use to them. As it turned out, Starscream was a spy, and the Autobots used him to send the Decepticons on a wild goose chase, during which Sunstreaker and the rest of the Autobots destroyed the Decepticon base. {{storylink|Espionage!!!!!}}<br />
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===Ladybird Books continuity===<br />
Sunstreaker and Sideswipe marveled at Spike's explanation of electricity that comes from the sky. {{storylink|Autobots' Lightning Strike}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was part of a battle unit assembled by Optimus Prime to stop the Decepticons from seizing control of...a single windmill. (No, really.) {{storylink|Laserbeak's Fury}}<br />
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===''S.T.A.R.S.'' continuity===<br />
When [[Johnny (G1)|Johnny]] spotted [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] stealing energy, he called his Autobot allies through his S.T.A.R.S. control center. Sunstreaker was amongst those who responded to Johnny's call. {{storylink|Have the Decepticons defeated us once and for all?}} Sunstreaker and the other Autobots struggled against Thundercracker energy-syphoning powers. {{storylink|Can one boy, alone, hold back the evil Decepticons?}} What happened afterwards is not known.<br />
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Later, Ultra Magnus pleaded for [[you]] to "requisition" Sunstreaker and other Autobots in order to combat the Decepticon threat. Using the human power known as "imagination," S.T.A.R.S. recruits could perceive what it was like to be Sunstreaker. {{storylink|You Have Been Chosen.}}<br />
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Before the construction of Autobot City on Earth, Optimus led a convoy of Autobots to find the ideal location for their new base's construction. Sunstreaker was amongst the troops accompanying Optimus. As they drove along, the Autobots were ambushed by the Decepticons. The battle that ensued later came to be known as "[[Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction (G1)|Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction]]." {{storylink|Rodimus Prime remembers the Transformers greatest battle on Earth.}} {{storylink|The Autobots Are Under Attack!}}<br />
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===''Find Your Fate Junior''===<br />
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====Dinobots Strike Back====<br />
In the path where Mirage used a hologram of Optimus Prime to lure the four [[cerebro-shell]]-controlled [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] over the edge of [[Bandit's Bluff]] and into the ocean, Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots crewing [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray's]] destroyer mode. He helped haul the unconscious quartet aboard for safe transport back to the Ark. <br />
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If Optimus Prime chose to immediately attack the Dinobots without a real plan, Sunstreaker responded to Sideswipe's request for help defeating [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] with a series of high-energy electron pulses, ultimately knocking the Dinobot commander over and dislodging his cerebro-shell. {{storylink|Dinobots Strike Back}}<br />
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====Earthquake====<br />
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While the Autobots were enjoying a lull in Decepticon activity, Sunstreaker took the time to polish up his "gorgeous body." He also mused on how the Decepticons would have trouble enjoying down-time, as they all transformed into machines of war.<br />
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In one possible sequence of events, Beachcomber, Windcharger and Powerglide uncovered a Decepticon ploy to destroy Center City. When splitting up the Autobot forces to combat the Decepticons on two fronts, one at their headquarters and the other at Center City, Optimus assigned Sunstreaker to the secondary team.<br />
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If the secondary team was tasked with attacking the Decepticons’ fortress, they were able to stealthily infiltrate the base and discover the Decepticon's lab. Sunstreaker may have bumped into Cosmos if the Autobot spaceship joined their team thereafter, and led him to the rest of the squadron. The Autobots were then able to redirect the Destruction Beam back to its source, destroying the Decepticons and their base.<br />
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In another version of these events, Megatron called his troops to his location, so that they could all partake in Cosmos's dismemberment. Before the Decepticons were able to begin, Cosmos spotted the secondary team hiding nearby. Surrounding the Decepticons, the secondary team engaged their enemies. Though the Autobots defeated the Decepticons, they were unable to interfere with the Destruction beam. The Destruction beame then reached its target, and Center City was destroyed. Though the Autobots were able to gain control of the Decepticon fortress and destroy the lab, they were not able to wipe out all of the evil robots, and enjoyed a pyrrhic victory at best.<br />
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In a completely different possible series of events, Beachcomber returned early from his day off to inform the Autobots that Jessie had been taken captive by the Decepticons. Optimus then brought Sunstreaker along for the rescue mission that followed. Shortly before arriving at their destination, the Autobots had to choose their next course of action; they could either storm the Decepticon fortress by force, or try to sneak in through a secret passage Buster had previously discovered.<br />
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If they decided to storm the fortress, Beachcomber would become nervous, and urge his fellow Autobots to find a more peaceful way to resolve the situation. This moment of hesitation ultimately cost the Autobots the battle, and the Decepticons triumphed that day.<br />
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If they decided a stealthier approach, the Autobots quietly entered the Decepticon base, and set out to shoot down any Decepticons they encountered, save Megatron, whom they planned on capturing. Sunstreaker was incapacitated early in the Autobots’ raid, and had to be left behind so that the mission could continue. {{storylink|Earthquake (book)|Earthquake}}<br />
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====Decepticon Poison====<br />
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When a new batch of fuel had just arrived at Autobot headquarters, Sunstreaker insisted on being fueled up first. Sparkplug obliged and topped him up. As it turns out, the Decepticons had poisoned the latest batch of fuel, leaving Sunstreaker unable to transform.<br />
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If the Autobots decided to assume a defensive strategy in light of these events, Sunstreaker was comforted by Optimus as he began to be wracked with sickness pains.<br />
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In one possible sequence of events that ensued, Perceptor gave out the right amount of an antidote the Autobot scientist had created, allowing Sunstreaker to resume his robot form and take arms against an incoming squadron of Decepticons. The antidote having given Sunstreaker and the rest of the cured Autobots a case of battle fever, the bunch were eager to take on the Decepticons head on in combat. The more level-head Prowl suggested instead a more conniving approach, where the Autobots would ambush their assailants.<br />
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If Optimus allowed Sunstreaker and the rest of the refuelled Autobots to venture headlong into battle, Sunstreaker lead the charge, firing the opening shot against Megatron. Though his blast managed to stun Megatron for an instant, the Decepticons soon began retaliating. Though Sunstreaker's squad started out strong, they soon found themselves overpowered by Megatron, prompting Optimus to lead a second wave into battle. Sunstreaker was injured by a blast from Megatron's fusion cannon, prompting Ratchet to emerge from headquarters and repair him in the middle of the battlefield. Though he continued to fight, Sunstreaker was downed once more, and had to be retrieved by Grapple when the Autobots ran out of fuel and needed to retreat back inside their headquarters. Thankfully, the Decepticons had been injured enough throughout the battle, prompting them to retreat as well.<br />
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If Optimus instead followed Prowl's plan, he instructed Sunstreaker and the others to transform into vehicle mode and play dead. The Decepticons, believing the Autobots to be already dead, disarmed themselves in order to carry out the Autobots’ “carcasses.” Now with the element of surprise against unarmed opponent, the Autobots Transformed and were able to easily defeat the evil robots.<br />
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In another possible turn of events, Perceptor gave out too much of his antidote to each Autobot. Though Sunstreaker initially cheered, finding himself able to transform once more, he soon found himself literally falling to pieces. The Autobots finding themselves completely outmatched against an all-out Decepticon attack were made short work of by the Decepticons.<br />
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In yet another possible scenario, the Autobots used the tainted fuel to create a toxic cloud that successfully fended off the Decepticons attack. This plan gave Perceptor the time he needed to cure Sunstreaker and the others with his antidote. Their ranks fully replenished and the Decepticons turning tail meant the Autobots had earned themselves another victory.<br />
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In completely different possible sequence of events, Optimus successfully retrieved the antidote to the poison from the Decepticons’ poison lab, and with Ratchet's help, brought Sunstreaker and the rest of the poisoned Autobots back from the precipice of death. Though Sunstreaker was eager to get revenge on the Decepticons, Optimus informed his Autobots that the Decepticons were planning to poison the humans’ nearby water reservoir, and that mission took precedence.<br />
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If Optimus led his troops back to the Decepticons’ poison lab, Sunstreaker was amongst the Autobot convoy that drove into action. Whatever decisions the Autobots made from this point forward, they were successful in foiling the Decepticons’ plot. {{storylink|Decepticon Poison}}<br />
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====The Invisibility Factor====<br />
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In one possible scenario, the Decepticons gained control of an [[Invisibility Device]]. When the invisible Decepticons attacked Metroplex city, Sunstreaker and the rest of the Autobots were reduced to scrap metal, unable to fight the unseen enemy.<br />
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In another scenario, Sunstreaker was sent out along with Springer, Prowl and Jazz to accompany Kup and Hot Rod when the latter two claimed to have spotted a ship with invisibility capabilities out in the desert.<br />
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If the team gave up searching for the ship, Sunstreaker and the rest of the Autobots within Metroplex were caught by surprise by a fleet of identical ships swooping down upon them. The Autobots were all destroyed as Galvatron gloated of his victory.<br />
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If Hot Rod and Kup convinced the other Autobots to keep on looking, Hot Rod eventually found trail marks, indicating that a heavy object the size of their spacecraft had indeed landed and had been dragged away. Sunstreaker and the others followed the trail to a more rocky terrain, where tracking the ship would become more difficult. The trail seemingly lost, the Autobots then heard someone incoming, and took cover. From their hiding places, they saw the Decepticons Scavenger, a human captive within the grasp of his steam-shovel.<br />
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If the Autobots decided to rescue [[Sarah Sanders]] immediately, Scavenger dropped the woman, and cried for help while attempting to flee.<br />
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If the Autobots pursued Scavenger, they found him rejoining a whole squadron of Decepticons. Fighting the Decepticons immediately would cost them their lives. Otherwise, if the Autobots decided on a retreat when faced by the whole squadron of Decepticons, they managed to do so by blinding their enemies by their high beams and then splitting off into different direction. They later regrouped and found Sarah wandering in the desert.<br />
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If the Autobots asked Sarah to build them their own Invisibility Device, Sarah refused, stating she would not build weapons for war. Running away from the group Sarah was almost killed when Dirge passed overhead and dropped a missile on her position. After rescuing her from the Decepticon attack, Sunstreaker and the others brought Sarah to safety within Metroplex. Grateful for the rescue, Sarah showed the Autobots how to create an [[Invisibility Scrambler]] to counteract the Decepticons’ Invisibility Device. Anticipating the Decepticons’ attack, the Autobots successfully defeated the evil robots when they came. The battle over, Sunstreaker shared a laugh with Kup and Hot Rod, the latter having made a quip about “seeing right through the Decepticons’ plans.”<br />
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If instead of asking Sarah to build them an Invisibility Device, Sunstreaker and the others attempted once more to retrieve her ship, the whole group snuck over to where the Decepticons were stationed. Once there, Hot Rod and Prowl argued over which plan of action would be the smartest to undertake next.<br />
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If the Autobots agreed with Hot Rod to try and take the Decepticons by surprise with a head-on attack, the Autobots manage to stun the Decepticons by dazzling them with their headlights. Sunstreaker provided Hot Rod some cover fire while the young Autobot raced down and snatched the Invisibility Device from the Decepticons. The Autobots then successfully peeled back, congratulating one another on a job well done.<br />
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If the Autobots agreed with Prowl to take a moment to come up with a more detailed plan, Prowl instructed Hot Rod to taunt the Decepticons into following him. The plan worked, and the bulk of the Decepticons took off after the young Autobot. With only Scavenger, Shockwave and Galvatron left behind, Sunstreaker and the others easily defeated the Decepticons still guarding the spaceship, and forced Galvatron to retreat. In one possible scenario that followed, Sunstreaker helped destroy a hidden Decepticon base that Hot Rod found while the Decepticons gave him chase. In another, Sunstreaker watched on as Sarah left in her spaceship in order to destroy it, vowing it would never be used to bring destruction.<br />
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In an alternate scenario where the Autobots silently trailed Scavenger while the Decepticon held Sarah Sanders captive, Sunstreaker and the others followed him all the way to the Decepticons’ secret desert base. Inside, they spied upon Galvatron telling Sarah Sanders that the Decepticons would use Cerebro-Shells to control her mind, so that she would reveal to them to secret of invisibility. At this point, the Autobots decided to step in. A direct attack would only end in the Autobots’ defeat. {{storylink|The Invisibility Factor}}<br />
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===3H comics===<br />
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After the [[Pax Cybertronia]], Sunstreaker left Cybertron with four other survivors of the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]] ([[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], [[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]], [[Shadow Striker (Universe)|Shadow Striker]], and [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]]). One year after Cybertron was reformatted into a technorganic planet, they returned. They were greeted by many of the [[Maximal]] and [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] inhabitants and with vast media coverage. <br />
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However, what appeared to be celebratory fireworks struck the five Autobots and also the Maximals [[Silverbolt (Fuzor)|Silverbolt]] and [[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]]. They were transported to a fiery cauldron deep within [[Unicron]], where all but Trailbreaker were rebuilt painfully into new bodies.<br />
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Seeing an arena up ahead, the seven moved towards it, only to be attacked by a swarm of shape-shifting, lava-like creatures. Sunstreaker and the others were overwhelmed and taken into the arena (or, the [[Cauldron]]), where they were caged along with a multitude of Transformers kidnapped from across the multiverse. {{storylink|Abduction|Abduction}}<br />
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The Unicron-influenced ambience of the place was slowly driving the more violent of the group mad. This, of course, included Sunstreaker. He and Sideswipe were forced into combat in the arena (each wielding spiffy [[energon]] weapons), but were rescued by a reborn [[Optimus Primal (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Optimus Primal]]. The group, sans a corrupted Blackarachnia and Shadow Striker, fled back to Cybertron. {{storylink|OTFCC Live-Action Drama}} {{storylink|Escape (Universe)|Escape}} {{storylink|Homecoming (Universe)|Homecoming}}<br />
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The conflict against Unicron went on for an unspecified amount of time, until one last desperate raiding party on the Chaos Bringer, which included Sunstreaker, Sideswipe, and many others. During the final battle with [[Minion of Unicron (Universe)|Minions of Unicron]], Unicron began to dissolve beneath the combatants (as a result of the [[Unicron Singularity]]). Sideswipe grabbed Sunstreaker and used his jetpack to get them into a portal presumably back to their native Cybertron. {{storylink|Revelations Part 2}}<br />
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===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br />
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{{quote|"Why, you arrogant—yow! I should rewire that smug mug of yours right here—blaw!—right now!"<br><br />
"Don't kid yourself—this face is worth more than ''you'' are."|[[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]] and Sunstreaker|"[[Infestation (Dreamwave)|Infestation]]"|noquote=true}}<br />
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[[File:DWPrimeDirective2 SunstreakerSideswipe.jpg|left|upright=1.66|thumb|A family that pelvic thrusts together, stays together.]]<br />
Before joining the Autobot army, Sunstreaker was a successful mural artist. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Guide}} When both [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] disappeared into a prototype space-bridge, ushering in the "Dark Ages" of Cybertron's civil war, the Autobots and Decepticons broke into several smaller factions. Sunstreaker remained with the "main" Autobot group, fighting under Prowl's command. He was present at the [[Autobase]] when [[The Fallen]] broke in to abduct [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] from one of its holding cells. Though Sunstreaker fought valiantly to stave off the ancient Transformers, he was unable to prevent the enemy from achieving his objective, and absconding with the Decepticon. {{storylink|Confrontation (issue)|Confrontation}}<br />
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Sunstreak was aboard the Ark when it crashed on Earth millions of years ago. He and the other Autobots awoke in 1984 to restart their war with the Decepticons. He was part of [[Operation Liberation]] in 1998, a joint human-Autobot effort to defeat the Earth-bound Decepticons. At the end it was a success, and the captured Decepticons, along with the Autobots and a human crew, departed Earth en route to Cybertron in the ''[[Ark II]]''. The ship, however, was sabotaged and exploded upon liftoff.<br />
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A few years later Megatron and other Transformers, including Autobots, were seen causing havoc. It was discovered that [[Lazarus]], a scientist who participated in the ''Ark II'' project, was responsible for the sabotage of the ''Ark II'' and the resurrection of several Transformers under his control via technological tampering. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 1|Prime Directive #1}}<br />
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[[Robert Hallo|General Hallo]] of the [[United States military|U.S. Military]] contacted [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] to ask him if he could do something to help them reactivate Optimus Prime, whom they had recovered locked in a state of stasis. Spike managed to reactivate Optimus with a portion of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]] that Optimus had given him prior the ill-fated journey of the ''Ark II''. Optimus subsequently went to the Arctic and used the Matrix to reactivate several Transformers, including Sunstreaker and his brother Sideswipe. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 2|Prime Directive #2}}<br />
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Sunstreaker accepted the new task at hand and fought alongside his brother when the Autobots faced the Decepticons at Lazarus' ruined base, before Hallo betrayed the Autobots by attempting to destroy both factions with a nuclear weapon. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 3|Prime Directive #3}} The Autobots survived when Megatron's technovirus absorbed the blast, and Sunstreaker helped his comrades recover the captive Autobots imprisoned inside the base.<br />
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As Jazz's unit worked on Megatron's virus, Sunstreaker followed Optimus Prime to [[San Francisco]] for the last battle against Megatron and his Decepticons. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 4|Prime Directive #4}} When [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] was taken down, Sunstreaker and Sideswipe heroically (though foolishly) charged at [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] rather than, say, shoot him; they were surprisingly beaten up. After Optimus Prime destroyed Devastator's head, Sunstreaker was restrained by the surviving Decepticons. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 5|Prime Directive #5}} However, through human intervention, Optimus Prime freed his Autobots and the battle was rejoined. Sunstreaker tag-teamed with his brother to pummel Soundwave, though the Decepticons eventually escaped when Superion sacrificed his life to save the city from General Hallo's unauthorized nuclear missile launch. After Optimus Prime came back online, Sunstreaker and [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] discovered the traitorous [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] buried under rubble. {{storylink|Prime Directive issue 6|Prime Directive #6}}<br />
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''During the conflict with the [[Keeper (species)|Keepers]], Sunstreaker was one of the Autobots chosen by Optimus Prime to join the strike on occupied Las Vegas. Sunstreaker was edgy about having to work with Megatron and the Decepticons, and was ready to draw his rifle at a moment's notice during the groups' meeting. Still, he remained sensitive enough to [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]]'s feelings to comfort his human friend when he was feeling useless, letting Spike know he always did his very best. In Las Vegas, Sunstreaker and the other Autobots lent their energies to Optimus Prime for his [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]]-inspired Finishing Move against the Keepers. {{storylink|Transformers: Annihilation|Annihilation}} Later, Sunstreaker and the Autobots battled alongside the Decepticons again, against the treacherous forces of the American military. Sunstreaker and several other Autobots fell before the processor-eating power of the President's new toy, the [[deconstructionite]]s.'' {{storylink|Transformers: Fusion|Fusion}}<br />
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Sunstreaker was among the Autobots entrenched against Megatron's forces in [[Alaska]] when both groups were ambushed by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], leading a united Cybertronian army, and declaring all Earthbound Transformers to be war criminals. Helping provide cover-fire, Sunstreaker and Sideswipe enabled the Autobots to escape Shockwave's troops, while the Decepticons were taken captive. However, [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] tracked down the Autobots' recon team, intent on enforcing [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s edict. {{storylink|New World Order}} While he headed a group to accompany Magnus, Optimus Prime ordered a portion of his troops into hiding in [[Portland]], [[Oregon]]. This group, led by [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]], included Sunstreaker, Sideswipe, [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]], [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]], [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]], and [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]]. {{storylink|Brothers' Burden}}<br />
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After the end of Shockwave's despotic rule over Cybertron, the Autobots on Cybertron made contact with Sunstreaker's crew for an update and promised to send supplies. {{storylink|Generation 1 issue 0|Generation 1 #0}} However, [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], and his cassettes soon escaped to Earth with [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. Attacking the Ark, they defeated all of Jazz's group minus Ratchet and Brawn. Sunstreaker and the others were left in a lake by the Decepticons, deactivated. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}}<br />
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[[Orion|A ship]] crewed by [[Mini Vehicle|Minibots]] (led by [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]]) arrived on Earth with supplies, and [[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]] and [[Bumper (G1)|Bumper]] pulled the deactivated from their would-be watery grave. They were promptly arrested by Commander [[Marissa Faireborn]] of the [[Earth Defense Command]] and her armored troops, {{storylink|The Omega Effect}} who transported the Autobots to a secret underground facility. {{storylink|Atonement}} The damaged Autobots were repaired, and Commander Faireborn came to Sunstreaker, Sideswipe, and Jazz with a mission; the population of the American city of [[San Desto]] had all vanished, and they were to uncover the how and why of it. As they headed into the field, Sunstreaker was particularly vocal about his distaste of the [[EDC Night Force Unit|humans]], calling them "germs" to their faces, and was an all-around sourpuss to even his fellow Autobots, especially [[Bumper (G1)|Bumper]]. Yet, when he and Sideswipe were alone together, Sunstreaker showed signs of concern towards the "fleshbags" accompanying them on the mission... only for the moment to be interrupted by screams coming from a nearby movie theater. Sunstreaker went inside the building to investigate, at which point the Autobots realized that they were dealing with an [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] infestation. {{storylink|Infestation (Dreamwave)|Infestation}}<br />
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Faced with innumerable bugs, Sunstreaker didn't think anyone on his team would make it out alive. Though he and Sideswipe were captured after being stunned by [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]], they managed to escape thanks to Bumper's intervention. They then joined the rest of their team's last stand against the enemy swarm, wherein Sunstreaker helped take out both [[Kickback (G1)|Kickback]] and Shrapnel, and tore through the Insecticon clones like paper. When Bombshell activated the [[cerebro-shell]]ed human population of San Desto to attack the Autobots, Sunstreaker was also all-too-ready to kill the lot of them, though Jazz was more sensibly opposed to the idea. Bumper saved them all again by managing to track down Bombshell, and taking him out, disabling his mind-control network over the town. {{storylink|Extermination}} The ''Orion'' picked up Sunstreaker and the other Autobots from the EDC's Nevada base shortly after saving San Desto. {{storylink|Lost and Found (issue)|Lost and Found}}<br />
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===''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers''===<br />
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Sunstreaker was among the Transformers found and reprogrammed by the human terrorist organization [[Cobra]], and along with Sideswipe and [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]], he was reformatted into a Cobra [[Stinger (G.I. Joe)|Stinger]]. He, his brother and [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] were sent to attack the [[SPS Research Facility]], but the two siblings were rammed by [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] while charging at the main entrance, and Cobra eventually retreated. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers issue 3|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #3}} When Wheeljack freed the Autobots from Cobra's control, Sunstreaker helped Sideswipe and [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] fight against the similarly freed Decepticons [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]]. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers issue 5|G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers #5}}<br />
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===''The Beast Within''===<br />
After a brutal battle during which [[Beast (G1)|The Beast]], a monstrous gestalt of unimaginable power, was released, Sunstreaker's butchered form lay smoldering in a mass grave of both Autobot and Decepticon corpses. {{storylink|The Beast Within Part 2, Consequences}}<br />
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===2005 IDW continuity===<br />
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{{main|Sunstreaker (G1)/2005 IDW continuity}}<br />
The story of how Sunstreaker became a [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] and a [[combiner|gestalt]] limb, and got a [[Bob (IDW)|pet]].<br />
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===''Henkei! Henkei!'' pack-in manga===<br />
When an awesome but reckless human kid spray painted graffiti on the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]]s, Sunstreaker got involved to keep the furious Decepticons from destroying the boy. He and [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] defended the kid until they drove off the Decepticons. After a stern warning about the dangers of angering homicidal giant robots, Sunstreaker undermined the day's lesson by suggesting they try it ''again''. {{storylink|Henkei! Henkei! volume 5|Henkei! Henkei! #5}}<br />
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===''Henkei! Henkei! Transformers -Visualize-''===<br />
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===''Mini Mayhem!''===<br />
Optimus told a couple of humans that the Transformers were in the midst of doing something really interesting... and showed them Hot Rod and Sunstreaker eating a pie!<br />
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Later, Sunstreaker overheard Grimlock announce that he had resolved to become a waiter, so he could spit in people's drinks. {{storylink|Mini Mayhem!}}<br />
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===''United''===<br />
Sunstreaker was in attendance for a ceremony commending the Autobot [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmaster]]s and [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]]s after they had retrieved the cure for a deadly nano-virus infecting the Autobots stationed on Earth. {{storylink|The Fierce Fighting on Planet Nebulos}}<br />
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===''Transformers: All Spark''===<br />
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===''Kre-O'' online manga===<br />
Sunstreaker was among the Autobots pulled into a strange world of giants, where he ended up in battle with the Decepticons. {{storylink|Robots in Disguise! The Transformers Are by Your Side!?}}<br />
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===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===<br />
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Sunstreaker was stationed within [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] when both [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] and a mind-controlled [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] lay siege to the Autobot city. To his surprise, [[Hot Rod (G1)|Imhotep Rodimus]] returned to Metroplex in the midst of the battle to retake his place as leader of the Autobots. {{storylink|Everybody Hates Metroplex}}<br />
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===''Q-Transformers'' cartoon===<br />
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===2006 IDW ''Beast Wars'' continuity===<br />
Sunstreaker was one of the many casualties of the Great War before the signing of the [[Pax Cybertronia]]. {{storylink|Dawn of the Predacus}}<br />
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===''TransTech''===<br />
During the conflict between the [[Screaming Eagles]] and [[S.K.A.R.]] in [[Primax 806.30 Gamma]], Sunstreaker was binary-bonded to the Screaming Eagles' artillery expert, [[D-Day]]. After a globe-spanning confrontation which almost destroyed Earth, the Autobots and G.I. Joes emerged victorious. {{storylink|Andromeda - Axiom Nexus News Reporter|Andromeda - Axiom Nexus News, 2016/05/01}}<br />
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' continuity===<br />
====''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' marketing material====<br />
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After Cybertron fell, the Autobots left their homeworld aboard the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', traveling through space in pursuit of the [[AllSpark]]. Sunstreaker was a [[Cybertronian military insignia|Ground Command Special Ops Private]] {{storylink|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' toy packaging}} and/or Ground Command Infantry Private.<ref>Sunstreaker's ''Earthrise'' toy's instructions refer to him as a Ground Command Infantry Private; all other sources agree on him being a Ground Command Special Ops Private.</ref> {{storylink|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' toy instructions}} His function was a warrior, his primary objective was to win at both combat and life, and his primary weapons were laser-guided ground-to-air rockets. {{storylink|War for Cybertron: Earthrise|''Earthrise'' webpage}}<ref>[https://transformers.hasbro.com/en-us/brands/earthrise ''Earthrise'' website]</ref><br />
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====''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' cartoon====<br />
While the Autobots and [[Maximal]]s searched for the Allspark on Earth, the artifact produced an illusion of Sunstreaker to Sideswipe, part of its defense mechanism to lead would-be threats astray. Sideswipe happily recognized and called out to his brother, though he presumably snapped back to reality after. {{storylink|Kingdom episode 3}}<br />
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===2019 IDW continuity===<br />
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[[File:WeAreNotMeantToBeDarkness Companions.jpg|upright=1.4|left|thumb|WE'RE ABOUT TO SAVE A LOT OF MONEY ON CAR INSURANCE!!!]]<br />
Sunstreaker served under [[Pyra Magna]] during the [[War of the Threefold Spark]], being right beside her on the bridge of their ship when [[Turmoil]]'s ship was accidentally destroyed. While Pyra Magna was imprisoned for this, Sunstreaker remained loyal to her and joined back up with his fellow [[Companion]]s after Pyra was released and enlisted by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] to combat the Decepticon menace. The Companions hid under a [[shimmer field]] as Pyra met with [[Strika (BM)|Strika]] as part of a parlay and sprung into action when it turned into an assassination attempt on their leader. Facing off with a group of Decepticons Strika had brought along, Sunstreaker directed his comrades in battle as they made their way to Pyra's side. After driving the Decepticons off, Pyra announced that they would be putting their support behind Optimus Prime for the time being. {{storylink|War World: We Are Not Meant To Be Darkness|We Are Not Meant To Be Darkness}} <br />
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Optimus next had Pyra and her Companions aid in evacuating the besieged city of [[Protihex]]. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Test Flight I|Test Flight I}} Sunstreaker was later part of the strike team who went to the [[Rust Sea|Sea of Rust]] with Pyra Magna to rescue [[Termagax]] from an [[Insecticon clone]] swarm and secure the [[Enigma of Combination]]. After the swarm was dealt with and Termagax gave permission for the Autobots to defend her from an incoming Decepticon assault, Sunstreaker positioned [[Sureshot (G1)|Sureshot]], [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], and [[Windcharger (G1)|Windcharger]] on the roof of [[House (building)|House]] as snipers. Next, he had [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] prepare a trench for the Autobots as cover to repel the oncoming Decepticon army. When the [[Rainmaker|Rainmakers]] approached their position, Sunstreaker reassured the worried [[Pipes (G1)|Pipes]] that they had a countermeasure prepped and his snipers took the Decepticons down. The Autobots then entered into battle with the rest of the Decepticons as they surged forward. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Sea of Rust II|Sea of Rust II}} Sunstreaker and [[Firestar (G1)|Novastar]] held the line with their troops until the battle was over. The Enigma of Combination was lost to the Sea of Rust, but fortunately there were no casualties on the Autobot side. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Enigmatic|Enigmatic}}<br />
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Sunstreaker and the Companions were present for the siege of [[Crystal City]] as the Autobots resisted Strika's army of Decepticons. {{storylink|A Dust of Crystals}} The tide turned when [[Lodestar (Titan)|Lodestar]], the last Titan, returned from space with an Autobot combiner named [[Computron (G1)|Computron]] as well. Much of the Decepticon army fled and Sunstreaker took [[Obsidian (BM)|Obsidian]] of the Heavies prisoner. The Autobots were able to sue for a temporary truce with Strika. {{storylink|The Landscape of Fear}} Exarchon was spotted in the Sonic Canyons, and Pyra Magna brought out her Companions to finish the last war. Sunstreaker and the others found Sixshot's Decepticons also opposing the Threefold Spark, although many of the [[Rise]] had thrown in with Exarchon. {{storylink|War's End Part Two}} Their first assault was repulsed, and Pyra Magna regrouped with Sixshot to plan tactics. Sunstreaker was incensed at the idea of collaborating with Decepticons, but deferred to his general. {{storylink|War's End Part Three}} Circumstances improved when Megatron's Techy Trinity arrived with a solution -- a Titanspark in a modified spark-cage, designed to capture Exarchon's unique spark and prevent it from escaping again. The plan was put into motion, and the united Cybertronians succeeded in containing Exarchon's spark before destroying it altogether. The truce had reached its breaking point, though, and the Autobots and Decepticons soon returned to their respective camps. {{storylink|War's End Part Four}} Sunstreaker fought in the final battle at [[Darkmount (Cybertron)|Darkmount]], and journeyed to the [[Winged Moon]] aboard the last ''Ark''. {{storylink|Transformers: Fate of Cybertron|Fate of Cybertron}}<br />
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====Alternate future====<br />
When an experiment accidentally catapulted [[Jumpstream]] through [[unspace]] and onto the Cybertron of a possible future, she encountered a drone-like Sunstreaker that had been enslaved by a [[Voin]] asserter. The Voin and its drones led Jumpstream to the ruler of this alternate Cybertron— [[Exarchon]]. {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Test Flight I|Test Flight I}} <br />
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==Commercial appearances==<br />
*Sunstreaker, [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], and [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]] fled from a Decepticon attack, and hid behind a mountain concealing the Autobots' newest warrior, [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]]! {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Jetfire and Shockwave|Jetfire and Shockwave commercial}}<br />
*Sunstreaker helped fend off [[Astrotrain (G1)|Astrotrain]] alongside his fellow Autobots. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Triple Changers and Perceptor|Triple Changers and Perceptor commercial}}<br />
<br />
==Games==<br />
===''Adventure Game: Defeat the Decepticons''===<br />
When Optimus embarked on his mission to rescue the Autobots' [[Mini Vehicle|Minicar]] troops from the Decepticons, Sunstreaker could come to Optimus Prime's aid, helping him navigate more quickly through the Decepticons' maze-like base. {{storylink|Adventure Game: Defeat the Decepticons}}<br />
<br />
===''Transformers G1: Awakening''===<br />
[[File:Gluawakening sunstreaker.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85]]<br />
Sunstreaker was among the Autobots who left [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] aboard the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]], and spent four million years in stasis after it was shot down over Earth by the Decepticons. As one of the more badly damaged Autobots, Sunstreaker was stored in [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] until the Autobots could gather enough energon to revive him. {{storylink|Transformers G1: Awakening}}<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
===''Transformers Legends''===<br />
At some point, Sunstreaker fought in a battle alongside [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]], [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], and [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]]. {{storylink|Fan Favorite}}<br />
<br />
After Optimus Prime's defeat at the hand of Megatron, Sunstreaker was involved in the skirmishes in Autobot city that ensued. {{storylink|The Omega Corps}}<br />
<br />
When [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] and his minions set their sights on the secrets of [[Gravitronic Energy]], [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] and Sunstreaker had to save the human scientists and their research. {{storylink|Box Trap}}<br />
<br />
===''Angry Birds Transformers''===<br />
{{main|Bubbles#As Sunstreaker}}<br />
Sunstreaker appears as a character unlockable in Challenge Events. He is portrayed by Bubbles. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}<br />
<br />
===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br />
[[File:Battle-Tactics-Sunstreaker-(CW).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2]]<br />
Sunstreaker participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Rare character who could be acquired as a reward in the "Optimus Maximus Awakes!" event. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br />
<br />
===''Transformers: Devastation''===<br />
When [[Teletraan Alpha]] told Sideswipe to face the impending chaos with bravery instead of anger, Sideswipe asked if Teletraan had been talking to Sunstreaker, claiming he sounded just like him. {{storylink|Transformers: Devastation|Devastation}}<br />
<br />
===''Transformers: Frontiers''===<br />
{{charstubgame|{{storylink|Transformers: Frontiers}}}}<br />
<br />
===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker-Earth-Wars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Hi. You know I'm better than all those [[Breakdown (G1)|other]] remolds people find]]<br />
<br />
Sunstreaker came to Earth when Ironhide contacted him about information about the [[Fractal Map]]. When Ironhide said that he didn't want to step into a large crowd of Laser turrets, Sunstreaker said they couldn't touch him (literally and metaphorically) so he took them down. Starscream scolded Sunstreaker for being a cunning coward, only for Sunstreaker to retort that they may have been outnumbered, but not outgunned! Optimus was clearly impressed. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|The Lost Map Campaign}}<br />
<br />
Sunstreaker got all giddy and excited when he learned his brother, Sideswipe, decided to show up. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Transformers: Earth Wars}}<br />
<br />
When Optimus heard about Megatron trying to create another combiner, Optimus volunteered himself and [[Ironhide (G1)|some]] [[Prowl (G1)|other]] [[Mirage (G1)|bots]], including Sunstreaker to combine, resulting in the all righteous combiner [[Optimus Maximus (G1)|OPTIMUS MAXIMUS!!!]] {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Countdown to Combination Event}}<br />
<br />
*'''Class''': Gunner<br />
*'''Lowest Star Rating''': 1 star (2 star if not using Campaign mode)<br />
*'''Weapons:''' Sunstreaker uses a standard issue [[grenade launcher]], with custom paint applications. <br />
*'''Ability: Incendiary Rockets''' Shoots out 6 incendiary rockets towards the target area dealing damage over 6 seconds! (Level 1)<br />
**'''Cost''': 7 ability points +2 for reuses.<br />
<br />
===''Transformers Online'' (2017 video game)===<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker TFO.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
{{bigquote|No one can beat the best.}}<br />
<br />
Sunstreaker considered himself the most handsome Autobot of them all. He would go to the trouble to discredit his Autobot colleagues, just to intimidate anyone who comes in contact with him. Sideswipe thinks Sunstreaker is the strongest Autobot on the battlefield, as the latter's performance is cold-blooded, ruthless, and merciless. Of course, no one easily praised Sunstreaker as much as Sideswipe did. Otherwise, Sunstreaker would stop to strike a pose in response to that ignorance. <br />
<br />
In battle, Sunstreaker wielded the "[[Lightning Greaves]]" and the "[[Phlogistic Grenade Launcher]]". His active skill was "Magnet Mines": <br />
*'''Magnet Mines''' — Sunstreaker deploys a Magnet Mine unit. When this unit is within enemy range, it will split apart into multiple mine traps in the opponents' path. Each mini-mine deals 350 points of damage. {{storylink|Transformers Online (2017 video game)|Transformers Online}} <ref>[http://tfol.qq.com/act/a20160726data/hero10.shtml Sunstreaker on the Transformers Online website]</ref><br />
{{-}}<br />
===''Transformers: Forged to Fight''===<br />
[[File:Sunstreaker-Forged to Fight.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Not pictured: His iconic Combiner Wars sword showing off his status as the best swordsman on New Quintessa.]]<br />
As a Brawler, Sunstreaker enters the fight in Pristine state Armoring up and Evading, and at low health he becomes Blemished and gains Melee Buffs and Unstoppable. A Signature upgrade to a Premium Model lets him keep his Armor and Melee buffs after they expire.<br />
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<br />
===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===<br />
Sunstreaker was a violent warrior whose penchant for brutality alienated him and his brother from the other Autobots. {{storylink|Transformers Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook|Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook}}<br />
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==Toys==<br />
{{main|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys}}<br />
<br />
==Merchandise==<br />
{{main|Sunstreaker (G1)/toys#Merchandise}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
*Sources from the early days of ''Transformers'' refer to [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]'s brother as "'''Spinout'''"<ref name="bible">[http://tfarchive.com/cartoons/bible/#017 "Nearly the equal of his twin brother, Spinout, in combat, but less cold-blooded." From page 17 from the ''Transformers'' [[production bible|show bible]].]</ref> or "'''Spin-Out'''".<ref name="marvelage">[http://starlogged.blogspot.com/2012/03/transformers-arrive-in-marvel-age.html Article from Marvel Age #17, announcing the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|upcoming ''Transformers'' comic]].]</ref> Before the name change, the bot that would be Sunstreaker was intended to be a yellow, Autobot-aligned release of the ''[[Diaclone]]'' "No. 15 New Countach LP500S" toy – the mold that would eventually see release, in red, as Sideswipe. Evidently, plans changed, and the characters had their molds swapped, creating the yellow "No. 1 Countach LP500S" Sunstreaker and the red New Countach Sideswipe that we know today. This whole shebang resulted in discrepancies such as Sideswipe being noted for his [[jet pack]] (in reality, Sunstreaker's vehicle mode exposed engine) and Sunstreaker's red shoulder stickers (which were intended to match with an otherwise red toy). In [[2016]], the [[Fun Publications]] prose story "[[The Toxic Transformer]]" would pay homage to Sunstreaker's production history, introducing a new character named [[Spin-Out (G1)|Spin-Out]] in a red Sunstreaker body-type – though the Spin-Out/Sunstreaker toy as originally planned would have looked more like another ''Diaclone'' refugee, [[Tigertrack]].<br />
*According to a [[story page]] in the October 1985 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]'', Sideswipe and [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]] are brothers, with Sideswipe being slightly older than Red Alert. This connection may have been invented because, aside from Sideswipe and Red Alert sharing the same mold, Sunstreaker was not sold in the Japanese market outside of a special "versus" set with [[Skids (G1)|Skids]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]. However, the familial dynamic between Sideswipe and Sunstreaker was '''not''' changed in the Japanese dub of the original ''Transformers'' cartoon, leading some Japanese fans to consider the three Lamborghini characters as triplets.<br />
*In August 2006, while discussing story plans that were cut short by the bankruptcy and closure of [[Dreamwave Productions]], former Dreamwave staffer [[Matt Moylan]] alleged that writers [[Adam Patyk]] and [[James McDonough]] wrote Sunstreaker as gay in their comics.<ref>[http://tinyurl.com/2ugos3 Moylan on the TFW2005 Boards]</ref> Patyk and McDonough themselves, however, denied that this was the case.<ref>[http://tfarchive.com/community/showpost.php?p=512360&postcount=66 Patyk and McDonough on the TFArchive forum]</ref><br />
*Simon Furman's reason for making Sunstreaker a Headmaster at IDW? Because he's the one character who'd ''least'' want to ''be'' a Headmaster.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIkqheta3GE Moonbase Two interview with Nick Roche, 27:58 in]</ref><br />
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===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Sunstreaker''' (サンストリーカー ''Sansutorīkā'')<br />
*''French:'' '''Solo''' (Canada)<br />
*''Hebrew:'' '''Sorék Shémesh''' (סורק שמש, "Sun Scanner")<br />
*''Hungarian:'' '''Napcsillantó''', '''Napvillantó''' ("Sun-flasher")<br />
*''Italian:'' '''Lince''' ("Lynx")<br />
*''Mandarin:'' '''Tàiyángwén''' (Taiwan, 太陽紋, "Sun Streak"), '''Fēimáotuǐ''' (China, 飞毛腿, "Scud")<br />
*''Portuguese:'' '''Raio Solar''' (Portugal comics, "Sun Beam"), '''Raiado''' (Brazil comics, "Crease")<br />
*''Russian:'' '''Mercatel''' (Мерцатель, "Twinkler")<br />
*''Ukrainian:'' '''Promin'''' (Промінь, "Ray")<br />
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<br />
==References==<br />
{{reflist}}<br />
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[[Category:Artists]]<br />
[[Category:Children of Primus]]<br />
[[Category:Classics Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Combiners]]<br />
[[Category:Dreamwave Generation 1 Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Gladiators]]<br />
[[Category:Headmasters]]<br />
[[Category:Henkei! Henkei! Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:IDW (2019) Transformers]]<br />
[[Category:Kre-O Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Kreons]]<br />
[[Category:Regeneration One Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:United Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:War for Cybertron: Kingdom Autobots]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Scorponok_(ROTB)&diff=1712326
Scorponok (ROTB)
2023-08-03T14:45:36Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
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<div>{{factions|predacon|terrorcon}}<br />
{{disambig3|Scorponok}}<br />
:''Scorponok is a [[Terrorcon (ROTB)|Terrorcon]]-allied [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] from the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Rise of the Beasts]] portion of the [[Movie continuity family]].''<br />
<br />
[[File:ScorponokROTB-packagingart.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Okay, so I don't ''always'' have that central turbine.]]<br />
<br />
The '''Scorponoks''' are monstrous, bloodthirsty Predacon scorpion drones, being as either brute reinforcements for [[Unicron]]'s endless numbers of [[Sweep (ROTB)|Sweeps]] or ferocious pursuers that seek out and destroy targets for his Terrorcon servants. <br />
<br />
They also have a [[Decepticon]] [[Scorponok (Movie)|counterpart]] out and about with the same name, although their connection to him is relatively unknown.<br />
<br />
==Fiction==<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts'' film===<br />
In search of the [[Transwarp Key]], Unicron sent his forces to besiege the [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Maximal homeworld]], including three Predacon Scorponoks ahead of senior acolyte [[Scourge (ROTB)|Scourge]]. Two of them successfully attacked [[Apelinq (ROTB)|Apelinq]], the [[Maximal]] leader that carried the Transwarp Key, but one Scorponok was quickly decapitated by [[Optimus Primal (ROTB)|Optimus Primal]] and the other was engulfed in flames by [[Airazor (ROTB)|Airazor]].<br />
<br />
When the Transwarp Key was activated on Earth, Unicron sent an army of Predacon Scorponoks through the transwarp portal as reinforcements for the Terrorcons and their hordes of Sweeps. The [[Autobot]]s, Maximals, and [[Noah Díaz]] fought the Predacon and Terrorcon army, with a Scorponok once again decapitated by Optimus Primal. In the ensuing battle, the Transwarp Key was destroyed by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]], sending the enemy forces up into the portal and back to Unicron's galaxy. {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts}}<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts''===<br />
[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastCombinersScourgeScorponok.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Scourgeponok.]]<br />
{{anchor|BeastCombiner}}<br />
*'''Scourge & Predacon Scorponok''' (Beast Combiners, [[2023]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy name'': '''Kakusei Change Armor Set Scourge & Scorponok'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''BCAS-04'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': July 15, 2023<br />
**''Accessories'': Tail section<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Koki Yamada]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
<br />
:Included with [[Scourge (ROTB)|Scourge]], Beast Combiners Scorponok converts into a set of armor for compatible figures via partial autotransformation. His tail section detaches to form a handheld weapon.<br />
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<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|BuzzworthyBumblebee}}<br />
*'''Predacon Scorponok & Sandspear''' (Beast Weaponizers, 2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Tail weapon<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Koki Yamada]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
<br />
: Released as part of a Target-exclusive ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' line, ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Rise of the Beasts]]'' Scorponok transforms from robot to monstrous robotic scorpion. The scorpion tail detaches to serve as a weapon for his robot mode, while Scorponok's fellow scorpion-bot and pack-in partner [[Sandspear]] also converts into a blade that he can wield.<br />
<br />
:The robot mode head of this toy is based on that of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Deluxe Class [[Dead End (ROTF)|Dead End]], or more accurately, based on that same Dead End head as used by [https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/scorponok-movie-beast-wars-hybrid.1041390/ a fan-made custom] that's one of the top results on Google Images when you type in stuff like "movie scorponok".<br />
{{--}}<br />
[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastWeaponizersScorponok.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]<br />
==Notes==<br />
*It is unclear if Scorponok's status as a Predacon in the toyline is applicable to the film's setting, wherein the Scorponoks' sole purpose is to serve Unicron. The term "Predacon" is never used in the film, and the group's existence can only be inferred from the Beast Era insignia being barely visible on the Scorponoks' backs as well as Scourge having two as trophies. Given that Scourge's schtick is harvesting insignias from defeated enemies of Unicron, it is questionable that the Scorponoks would be classified as sentient members of a different faction, but the film does not go into any detail on where the Scorponoks came from.<br />
*[https://www.artstation.com/artwork/8bReL6 Previs models] from concept artist Fred Pashe identify alternate colour schemes for Scorponok as "Sandstorm" (red) and "DoublePunch" (blue), drawing from redecoes of the original ''Beast Wars'' [[Scorponok (BW)|Scorponok]] toy.<br />
<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Scorponok''' (スコルポノック ''Sukoruponokku'')<br />
<br />
[[Category:Rise of the Beasts Predacons]]<br />
[[Category:Mass-produced Transformers]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Tiny_Titans&diff=1711905
Tiny Titans
2023-08-01T17:02:00Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>'''''Tiny Titans''''' is a line of [[blindpacking|blind-bagged]] soft-plastic semi-[[super deformed|super-deformed]]-style figurines, premiering in 2015. It is ostensibly a sub-line of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' toyline]], as that is the packaging style used in every Series, but the character roster is multi-franchise; mainly ''Robots in Disguise'' and [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]], but a few others pop up here and there. <br />
<br />
Each figure also comes with a character trading card with an [[insignia]] that can be scanned in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]], giving the player a semi-random amount of energon cube "currency" and a random power-up item. Interestingly, the art for the cards render all of the characters, regardless of franchise, in the ''Robots in Disguise'' style, even if the toy sculpts are more "traditional".<br />
<br />
Despite the lack of any kind of ID coding on the outer packaging, the bags are thankfully thin enough to read the names on the cards through when pressed flat (or the number if the card is packaged upside-down, a fairly common occurrence). There's also a tiny clear window in the back to peek at the item inside, making the task of getting the ones you want somewhat easier.<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|'''<u>Series 1''' (2015)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|1/12 [[Bumblebee (WFC)/merchandise#Tiny Titans|Bumblebee (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|2/12 [[Grimlock (RID 2015)#Tiny Titans|Grimlock (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|3/12 [[Strongarm (RID)#Tiny Titans|Strongarm (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|4/12 [[Steeljaw (RID)#Tiny Titans|Steeljaw (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|5/12 [[Sideswipe (RID)#Tiny Titans|Sideswipe (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|6/12 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/merchandise#Tiny Titans|Optimus Prime (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|7/12 [[Underbite#Tiny Titans|Underbite (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|8/12 [[Thunderhoof (RID)#Tiny Titans|Thunderhoof (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|9/12 [[Prowl (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Prowl (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|10/12 [[Hammerstrike (RID)#Tiny Titans|Hammerstrike (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|11/12 [[Bisk (RID)#Tiny Titans|Bisk (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|12/12 [[Cliffjumper (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Cliffjumper (G1)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top" rowspan=11|[[File:TinyTitans Hammerstrike.jpg|upright=1|thumb|Series 1 Hammerstrike]][[File:TinyTitans Jazz G1.jpg|upright=1|thumb|Series 2 G1 Jazz]][[File:TinyTitans Filch.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1|Series 3 Filch]][[File:TinyTitans Bulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1|Series 4 Bulkhead]][[File:TinyTitans StrongarmS5.jpg|upright=1|thumb|Series 5 Strongarm]][[File:TinyTitans Barrage.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1|Series 6 Barrage]]<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|'''<u>Series 2''' (2015)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|1/12 [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/merchandise#Tiny Titans|Ultra Magnus (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|2/12 [[Topspin (G1)#Tiny Titans|Autobot Topspin (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|3/12 [[Terrashock#Tiny Titans|Terrashock (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|4/12 [[Superion (G1)#Tiny Titans|Superion (G1)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|5/12 [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Tiny Titans|Starscream (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|6/12 [[Soundwave (G1)/merchandise#Tiny Titans|Soundwave (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|7/12 [[Sharkticon (species)#Tiny Titans|Sharkticon (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|8/12 [[Quillfire (RID)#Tiny Titans|Quillfire (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|9/12 [[Cyclonus (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Cyclonus (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|10/12 [[Ratchet (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Autobot Ratchet (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|11/12 [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Tiny Titans|Bumblebee (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|12/12 [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Autobot Jazz (G1)]]}}<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|'''<u>Series 3''' (2015)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|1/12 [[Drift (RID)#Tiny Titans|Autobot Drift (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|2/12 [[Repugnus (G1)#Tiny Titans|Repugnus (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|3/12 [[Wreck-Gar (G1)#Tiny Titans|Wreck-Gar (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|4/12 [[Fixit (RID)#Tiny Titans|Fixit (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|5/12 [[Filch#Tiny Titans|Filch (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|6/12 [[Fracture (RID)#Tiny Titans|Decepticon Fracture (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|7/12 [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Shockwave (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|8/12 [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Tiny Titans|Beast Wars Megatron]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|9/12 [[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Wheeljack (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|10/12 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Tiny Titans|Optimus Prime (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|11/12 [[Springload (RID)#Tiny Titans|Springload (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|12/12 [[Doublecross#Tiny Titans|Autobot Twinferno (G1)]]}}<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|'''<u>Series 4''' (2015)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|1/12 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/merchandise#TinyTitans2|Optimus Prime (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|2/12 [[Sideswipe (RID)#TinyTitans2|Sideswipe (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|3/12 [[Clampdown (RID)#Tiny Titans|Clampdown (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|4/12 [[Inferno (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Inferno (G1)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|5/12 [[Devastator (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Devastator (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|6/12 [[Bulkhead (Prime)/toys#Tiny Titans|Bulkhead (Prime)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|7/12 [[Roadbuster (G1)#Tiny Titans|Roadbuster (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|8/12 [[Fracture (RID)#TinyTitans2|Decepticon Fracture (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|9/12 [[The Fallen/toys#Tiny Titans|Megatron]]{{sic}} (COP)}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|10/12 [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Galvatron (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|11/12 [[Grimlock (RID 2015)#TinyTitans2|Grimlock (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|12/12 [[Kickback (G1)#Tiny Titans|Kickback (G1)]]}}<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|'''<u>Series 5''' (2016)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|1/12 [[Chromia (G1)#Tiny Titans|Chromia (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|2/12 [[Blaster (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Autobot Blaster (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|3/12 [[Steeljaw (RID)#TinyTitans2|Steeljaw (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|4/12 [[Jazz (WFC)#Tiny Titans|Autobot Jazz (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|5/12 [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#TinyTitans2|Starscream (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|6/12 [[Strongarm (RID)#TinyTitans2|Strongarm (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|7/12 [[Octopunch (RID)#Tiny Titans|Octopunch (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|8/12 [[Drift (RID)#TinyTitans2|Autobot Drift (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|9/12 [[Thunderhoof (RID)#TinyTitans2|Thunderhoof (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|10/12 [[Perceptor (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Perceptor (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|11/12 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#TinyTitans2|Optimus Prime (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|12/12 [[Windblade (RID)#Tiny Titans|Windblade (RID)]]}}<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br />
|-<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|'''<u>Series 6''' (2016)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|1/12 [[Bumblebee (WFC)/merchandise#TinyTitans2|Bumblebee (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|2/12 [[Sky-Byte (RID)#Tiny Titans|Sky-Byte (RID 2001)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|3/12 [[Acid Storm (G1)#Tiny Titans|Acid Storm (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|4/12 [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Tiny Titans|Cheetor (BM)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|5/12 [[Minitron#Tiny Titans|Minimus Ambus]]{{sic}} (RID)}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|6/12 [[Blurr (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Blurr (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|7/12 [[Nightstrike#Tiny Titans|Nightstrike (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|8/12 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/merchandise#TinyTitans3|Optimus Prime (RID)]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="25%" valign="top"|<br><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|9/12 [[Unicron/toys#Tiny Titans|Unicron (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|10/12 [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Tiny Titans|Grimlock (G1)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|11/12 [[Crazybolt (RID)#Tiny Titans|Crazybolt (RID)]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|12/12 [[Barrage (Insecticon)#Tiny Titans|Barrage (G1)]]}}<br />
|}<br />
{{--}}<br />
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==See also==<br />
* [[Decoy]]s<br />
* ''[[Robot Heroes]]''<br />
* [[Tiny Turbo Changers]]<br />
<br />
[[Category:Aligned toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Generation 1 toylines]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015)]]</div>
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<div>[[Tiny Titans]] [[Thunderhoof (RID)|Thunderhoof]].<br />
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<div>[[Tiny Titans]] [[Thunderhoof (RID)|Thunderhoof]].<br />
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{{note|Unnamed characters will use their toy name in lieu of a proper designation. Those who are officially named are in bold.}}<br />
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File:TFGo Go Prime Stock.jpg|'''[[Go Prime|Black Go Prime]]''' (Leader)<br />
File:Legends Deadlock.jpg|'''[[Deadlock (Cloud)|Deadlock]]''' (Leader)<br />
File:TF-Adventure-TAV55-Nemesis-Prime.jpg|''Adventure'' Nemesis Prime ('''[[Three Musketeers|Musketeer]]''')<br />
File:POTP-Leader-Evolved-Nemesis-Prime.jpg|''Power of the Primes'' Evolution Nemesis Prime ('''[[Three Musketeers|Musketeer]]''')<br />
File:TF-Generations-WFC-S-Voyager-Nemesis-Prime.jpg|''Siege'' Nemesis Prime ('''[[Three Musketeers|Musketeer]]''')<br />
File:Black Sentinel.jpg|[[Sentinel Armada|Unnamed Black Sentinel]]<br />
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[[Category:Black Parade]]</div>
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Transformers Cloud
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<div>{{nav-cloud}}<br />
[[File:Transformers Cloud GOT ep 23.jpg|right|thumb|450px|Get in losers, we're [[Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club (magazine)#Story-arc comics|speed-running the TFCC.]]]]<br />
Produced as the centrepiece of [[TakaraTomy]]'s celebrations for the 30th anniversary of the ''Transformers'' brand,<ref>e-HOBBY listings for ''Transformers Cloud'' [http://www.e-hobby.co.jp/shopdetail/000000002675/034/O/page1/order/ Megatron,] [http://www.e-hobby.co.jp/shopdetail/000000002697/034/O/page1/order/ Starscream,] [http://www.e-hobby.co.jp/shopdetail/000000002757/034/O/page1/order/ Shockwave,] and [http://www.e-hobby.co.jp/shopdetail/000000002781/034/O/page1/order/ Hellwarp.]</ref> '''''Transformers Cloud''''' (トランスフォーマークラウド) is a small [[2014]] Japanese franchise made up of shared exclusives from [[e-HOBBY]] and [[TakaraTomy Mall]], with the [[Autobot#Cloud|Autobot]]s being sold through TakaraTomy Mall and the [[Decepticon#Cloud|Decepticon]]s through e-HOBBY. Its fiction tells the tale of the residents of a new universe distinct from any established pillar franchises (a rarity for Japanese fiction) known as "[[Cloud World]]" as they hop across the [[multiverse]] battling over the mysterious being known as "[[SARA]]" in a conceit that conveniently doubles as a walking tour of the history of the brand.<br />
<br />
==Fiction==<br />
===Prose===<br />
Written by [[Makoto Wakabayashi]] with art by [[Nagi Miyako]] and [[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]], the primary fiction of ''Transformers Cloud'' took the form of a series of illustrated prose stories called ''Spacetime World: Guardians of Time'' (時空界 Guardians of Time ''Jikū-kai Guardians of Time''), produced in an episodic format on the e-HOBBY and TakaraTomy Mall websites.<br />
<br />
After a brief prologue to establish the setting, each chapter presents a six-part character study for the duo of characters in the upcoming wave of the toyline, including a prominent adventure somewhere in TakaraTomy's interpretation of the ''Transformers'' multiverse: [[Optimus Prime (Cloud)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Megatron (Cloud)|Megatron]] land in the setting of the [[The Transformers (franchise)|original Generation 1 cartoon]], [[Brawn (Cloud)|Brawn]] and [[Starscream (Cloud)|Starscream]] find themselves in the world of the [[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|''Armada'' cartoon]], [[Hot Rodimus]] and [[Shockwave (Cloud)|Shockwave]] battle in the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]], and [[Roadbuster (Cloud)|Roadbuster]] and [[Hellwarp]] interrupt the events of [[Beast Wars II (franchise)|''Beast Wars II'']].<br />
{{chapters|title=''Spacetime World: Guardians of Time'' episodes:<br />
|content=<br />
<div class="list-header">Chapter 1:</div><br />
*[[Prologue]]<br />
*[[Uprising (Cloud)|#1]]<br />
*[[Raid|#2]]<br />
*[[Fate|#3]]<br />
*[[Resolve|#4]]<br />
*[[Leap|#5]]<br />
*[[Rampage (Cloud)|#6]]<br />
<br/><div class="list-header">Chapter 2:</div><br />
*[[Crisis (Cloud)|#1]]<br />
*[[Transfiguration|#2]]<br />
*[[Showdown (Cloud)|#3]]<br />
*[[Encounter|#4]]<br />
*[[Hammer (Cloud)|#5]]<br />
*[[Return|#6]]<br />
<br/><div class="list-header">Chapter 3:</div><br />
*[[Awakening (Cloud)|#1]]<br />
*[[Wandering|#2]]<br />
*[[Shock (Cloud)|#3]]<br />
*[[Wild (Cloud)|#4]]<br />
*[[Eagerness|#5]]<br />
*[[Lightwave|#6]]<br />
<br/><div class="list-header">Chapter 4:</div><br />
*[[Metamorphosis (Cloud)|#1]]<br />
*[[Overwhelm|#2]]<br />
*[[Concealment|#3]]<br />
*[[Struggle|#4]]<br />
*[[Fury (Cloud)|#5]]<br />
*[[Transcendence|#6]]<br />
<br />
<center>'''Prequel Chapter:'''</center><br />
<div class="list-header">Chapter 0</div><br />
*[[Farewell]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
The overarching narrative sees the disgraced former Spacetime Policeman Megatron assemble an army of "[[Decepticon#Cloud|Decepticons]]" from the cast-offs and exiles of [[Cloud World]]'s [[Underground (Cloud)|Underground]] to storm its capital of [[Metropolis]], breaching the holy of holies of Cloud's society of interdimensional patrolmen, known locally as the "[[Autobot#Cloud|Autobots]]", to "liberate" the energy being that propagates their nexus reality: [[SARA]]. After Megatron absorbs much of SARA's [[spacetime energy]], her remains are forced to incarnate physically as a small humanoid girl, whose personality is wiped after she uses the last of her power to exile a rampaging Megatron to the edges of the multiverse. The subsequent plot follows the two factions' voyages through the multiverse as SARA works with the Autobots to regain her intellect and restore her vast power over space and time, culminating in a duel between Optimus and Megatron in the collapsing heart of [[Unicron]] for SARA's allegiance, and with it, the fate of the multiverse itself.<br />
<br />
An additional "[[Farewell|Chapter Zero]]" prequel story was published in the December 2013 issue of [[Figure Ō|Figure King]] elaborating on the falling out between Optimus and Megatron and Megatron's subsequent fall from grace.<ref>Announcement in ''[[Transformers Generations 2014 Volume 1]]'', p33</ref><br />
<br />
===Comics===<br />
Each ''Cloud'' toy came packaged with a six-page comic book, again by the team of Wakabayashi and Yoshioka, which loosely adapt key scenes from the prose stories.<br />
<br />
{{chapters|title=''Transformers Cloud: Spacetime World: Guardians of Time'' issues:<br />
|next=Spin Off<br />
|content=<br />
*[[TFC-A01]]<br />
*[[TFC-D01]]<br />
*[[TFC-A02]]<br />
*[[TFC-D02]]<br />
*[[TFC-A03]]<br />
*[[TFC-D03]]<br />
*[[TFC-A04]]<br />
*[[TFC-D04]]<br />
*[[Transformers Cloud Compilation Comic|Compilation]]<br />
}}<br />
<br />
Finally as the toyline wound down, a 24-page "Compilation Comic" issue written by Wakabayashi, drawn by [[Naoto Tsushima]] and colored by [[Sayuri]] was included as a bonus freebie with ''Cloud'' purchases from [[e-HOBBY]]. This Compilation saw the cast of ''Cloud'' set off on one last interdimensional adventure in the wake of Megatron's defeat, following Shockwave's machinations in a setting broadly riffing on the events of the ''[[Transformers: The Battle of the Star Gate|The Battle of the Star Gate]]''. The issue ends with various teases for a sort of "Season 2" of ''Cloud'' that sadly never materialized. However...<br />
<br />
===''Spin Off''===<br />
''Cloud'' received a final epilogue of sorts in the form of ''[[Decepticon Jaeger Deadlock]]'', an e-HOBBY comic written and drawn by Wakabayashi under the ''[[Spin Off]]'' imprint that follows the long-time supporting character [[Deadlock (Cloud)|Deadlock]] as the hot-blooded young Decepticon finds himself adrift in the multiverse before falling under the tutelage of [[Primus Vanguard]] commander [[Go Prime|Black Go Prime]], leading to his appearance in various [[Precursor World continuity|Precursor World]] stories going forward.<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
While the toys in ''Cloud'' were released in staggered two-item waves, those waves were split between two different outlets: the Autobots were released through [[TakaraTomy Mall]], while the Decepticons were sold through e-HOBBY. All toys in the line are [[redeco]]s of [[Size class|Voyager Class]] molds from ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' and other lines.<br />
<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 1''' ([[May 29|05-29]]-[[2014]])</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|TFC-A01 [[Optimus Prime (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Optimus Prime]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|TFC-D01 [[Megatron (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Megatron]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 2''' ([[August 28|08-28]]-2014)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|TFC-A02 [[Brawn (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Brawn]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|TFC-D02 [[Starscream (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Starscream]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 3''' ([[November 27|11-27]]-2014)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|TFC-A03 [[Hot Rodimus#Cloud 2|Hot Rodimus]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|TFC-D03 [[Shockwave (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Shockwave]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 4''' ([[March 21|03-21]]-[[2015]])</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|TFC-A04 [[Roadbuster (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Roadbuster]]}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|TFC-D04 [[Hellwarp#Cloud 2|Hellwarp]]}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:Takaratomy-cloud-hot-rodimus.jpg|right|200px|thumb|Hot Rodimus]]<br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Post-series releases===<br />
''Cloud'' saw one final release in the form of an e-HOBBY exclusive ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' toy for formerly fiction exclusive character [[Deadlock (Cloud)|Deadlock]] one year after the shuttering of the line.<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]''' (03-??-2016)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|LG-EX [[Deadlock (Cloud)#Legends|Deadlock]]}}<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:Legends Deadlock.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Deadlock]]<br />
</ul><br />
|}<br />
<br />
===Repurposed toys===<br />
Like [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|other]] [[Beast Wars: Uprising|collector imprints]] of its ilk, ''Cloud'' conscripts figures from across the brand to fill out its cast. Each toy's franchise of origin is given in parenthesis.<br />
====Autobots====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Air Raid (Cloud)|Air Raid]]<br>([[Fireflight (FOC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Blaster (Cloud)|Blaster]]<br>([[Blaster (FOC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bulkhead (Cloud)|Bulkhead]]<br>([[Bulkhead (Prime)#First Edition|Prime ''First Edition'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Cloud)|Bumblebee]]<br>([[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Generations (Japan)|''Generations'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (Cloud)|Grimlock]]<br>([[Grimlock (WFC)#Generations (Japan)|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Impactor (Cloud)|Impactor]]<br>([[Impactor (Prime)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{bp-a1|[[Ironhide (Cloud)|Ironhide]]<br>([[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Henkei! Henkei!|''Henkei! Henkei!]]'')}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Jazz (Cloud)|Jazz]]<br>([[Jazz (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Perceptor (Cloud)|Perceptor]]<br>([[Perceptor (G1)/toys#United|''United'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Ratchet (Cloud)|Ratchet]]<br>([[Ratchet (G1)/toys#Henkei! Henkei!|''Henkei! Henkei!'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Sideswipe (Cloud)|Sideswipe]]<br>([[Sideswipe (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-a1|[[Ultra Magnus (Cloud)|Ultra Magnus]]<br>([[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Prime ''Beast Hunters'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:Generationstoy-TakaraTomy-Grimlock.jpg|right|thumb|200px|The Dinobot aka Grimlock]]<br />
|}<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
====Decepticons====<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Blast Off (Cloud)|Blast Off]]<br>([[Blast Off (FOC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Blitzwing (Cloud)|Blitzwing]]<br>([[Blitzwing (G1)/toys#Generations|''Generations'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Brawl (Cloud)|Brawl]]<br>([[Brawl (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Bruticus (Cloud)|Bruticus]]<br>([[Bruticus (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Frenzy (Cloud)|Frenzy]]<br>([[Frenzy (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Laserbeak (Cloud)|Laserbeak's first body]]<br>([[Laserbeak (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Lockdown (Cloud)|Lockdown]]<br>([[Lockdown (ROTF)#Revenge of the Fallen|''Revenge of the Fallen'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Onslaught (Cloud)|Onslaught]]<br>([[Onslaught (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Ravage (Cloud)|Ravage]]<br>([[Ravage (WFC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Hellwarp|Skywarp's first body]]<br>([[Skywarp (WFC)#Generations (Japan)|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Soundwave (Cloud)|Soundwave's first body]]<br>([[Soundwave (WFC)/toys#Fall of Cybertron|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Cloud)|Starscream's first body]]<br>([[Starscream (WFC)/toys#Generations (Japan)|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Swindle (Cloud)|Swindle]]<br>([[Swindle (FOC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Vortex (Cloud)|Vortex]]<br>([[Vortex (FOC)#Generations|''Fall of Cybertron'']])}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Thundercracker (Cloud)|Thundercracker]]<br>([[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#Generations (Japan)|''Generations'']])}}<br />
|<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TakaraTomyGenerationsT30Thundercracker.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Thundercracker]]<br />
|}<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
===Virtual redecoes===<br />
''Cloud'' features a handful of real world toys in fiction exclusive color schemes, commonly referred to as "[[redeco#"Virtual" redecoes|virtual redecoes]]."<br />
<br />
<gallery heights=200px widths=190px><br />
File:Cloud Topspin.jpg|[[Topspin (Cloud)|Topspin]]<br><br>The [[Topspin (FOC)#Toys|''Fall of Cybertron'' mold]] in [[Topspin (G1)#The Transformers|Generation 1]]-inspired colors.<br />
<br />
File:Cloud TwinTwist.jpg|[[Twin Twist (Cloud)|Twin Twist]]<br><br>The [[Twintwist#Toys|''Fall of Cybertron'' mold]] in [[Twin Twist (G1)#The Transformers|Generation 1]]-inspired colors.<br />
<br />
File:Cloud Whirl.jpg|[[Whirl (Cloud)|Whirl]]<br><br>The [[Whirl (FOC)#toys|''Fall of Cybertron'' mold]] in [[Whirl (G1)#The Transformers|Generation 1]]-inspired colors.<br />
<br />
File:Cloud Astrotrain.jpg|[[Astrotrain (Cloud)|Astrotrain]]<br><br>The [[Astrotrain (G1)/toys#Classics|''Classics'' mold]] in Astrotrain's Generation 1 [[Astrotrain (G1)/toys#The Transformers|toy]] color scheme.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=イラストにも出てますが、クラウド世界のアストロトレインは変形ヘンケイ型で、更にこの初代後期版の配色に近いイメージでいます。白とアニメカラーは出たけど以外とこの色のヘケアストロは出なかったなあ。|link=https://twitter.com/gikogakodo/status/481464127039098880|site=Twitter|name=Makoto Wakabayashi|year=2014|month=6|day=24}}</ref><br />
<br />
File:Cloud coda Jhiaxus.jpg|[[Jhiaxus (Cloud)|Jhiaxus]]<br><br>The [[Jhiaxus (G2)#Generations|''Thrilling 30'' mold]] in an unrevealed color scheme. [[List of Precursor World toys#Others 2|Post-''Cloud'' fiction]] would assign the colors of ''Generation 2 '' Jhiaxus's [[:File:Jhiaxusg2.jpg|original Marvel character design]].<br />
<br />
File:Cloud Laserbeak Coda.jpg|[[Laserbeak (Cloud)|Laserbeak's second body]]<br><br>The [[Guru#Prime|''Prime'' Guru mold]] with a red optic in an otherwise unrevealed color scheme.<br />
<br />
File:Cloud coda Soundwave.jpg|[[Soundwave (Cloud)|Soundwave's second body]]<br><br> The [[Vehicon (Prime)#Robots in Disguise|''Robots in Disguise'' Vehicon mold]] with a red visor in an otherwise unrevealed color scheme.<br />
</gallery><br />
<br />
==Merchandise==<br />
===''Transformers Character Card''===<br />
{{main|Transformers Character Card}}<br />
''Cloud'' saw a very brief return in [[2022]] when e-HOBBY revisited a selection of exclusive characters from across its history in the retrospective ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series of trading cards. <br />
<br />
Relevant releases thus far include:<br />
<br />
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"<br />
|width="20%" valign="top"|<u>'''Wave 4''' ([[August 29]], 2022)</u><br />
<ul class="iconlist"><br />
{{Bp-a1d1|[[Drift (G1)#Transformers Character Card|Drift]] and [[Deadlock (Cloud)#Transformers Character Card|Deadlock]] Set}}<br />
{{Bp-d1|[[Grand Scourge#Transformers Character Card|Grand Scourge]] and [[Lockdown (Cloud)#Transformers Character Card|Lockdown]] Set}}<br />
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==Notes==<br />
[[File:Takara 30th logo.jpg|thumb|right|Cloudy 30?]]<br />
*As ''Cloud'' was sold in 2014, the 30th anniversary of the ''Transformers'' line (and likely planned to coincide with it), its products bear something similar to the ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' logo.<br />
*The majority of ''Cloud''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> [[repurposing|repurposes]] are sourced from [[Transformers: Generations (Japan)|TakaraTomy's ''Generations'' toyline]], which was mostly released the year prior to ''Cloud'' (and thus also bore the 30th anniversary logo). Anniversary synergy or an attempt [[to sell toys|to move retail product with collectors]]? Both? Both.<br />
*In addition to the toys used as new characters outright, ''Cloud'' cross-promotes even more ''Generations'' toys in its dimension-hopping sequences, including [[Starscream (Armada)/toys#Generations (Japan)|Starscream]] in its ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' segment and [[Rhinox (BW)/toys#Generations (Japan)|Rhinox]] and [[Waspinator (BW)/toys#Generations (Japan)|Waspinator]] in its ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'' scenes.<br />
*As Deadlock was technically released under the [[Transformers Legends (franchise)|''Legends'']] banner, the toy was packed with a second comic in addition to "Decepticon Jaeger Deadlock" chronicling a [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. EX (Deadlock)|more light-hearted crossover]] between ''Cloud'' and [[Hayato Sakamoto]]'s [[Transformers Legends (comic)|''Legends'' comic]].<br />
*SARA makes a brief cameo in ''[[Decepticon Dark Commander Grand Scourge]]'', an otherwise unrelated comic penned by Wakabayashi.<br />
*Before ''Cloud'' was finalized, other concepts proposed included ''[[Transformers: Bravemasters]]'', ''[[Transformers Prime: Shattered Glass]]'', and ''[[Transformers Part One]]''.<br />
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==References==<br />
*[http://www.e-hobby.co.jp/html/page32.html ''Transformers Cloud''] at [[e-HOBBY]]<br />
*[https://web.archive.org/web/20170124120720/http://takaratomymall.jp/special/tfcloud/ ''Transformers Cloud''] at [[TakaraTomy Mall]] (archived)<br />
*[[:Category:Cloud sources|Complete archive of ''Transformers Cloud'' prose translations]]<br />
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==References==<br />
{{reflist|2}}<br />
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==See also==<br />
*[[Thrilling 30|Hasbro's 30th anniversary campaign]]<br />
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[[Category:e-HOBBY]]<br />
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2023-07-21T20:03:27Z
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<div>In many different continuities, dozens of Transformers have gone by the name '''[[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]''', each a <br />
variation on a central [[character]] archetype.<br />
<br />
''Back row, left to right'': <br />
* [[Bumblebee (Movie)|"Movie series" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)|''Cyberverse'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]''.<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Prime)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]]''.<br />
* The evil [[Goldbug (SG)|Goldbug]], from ''[[Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]''<br><br />
''Middle row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]], who took up the mantle of "Bumblebee Bird" in ''[[Angry Birds Transformers]]''<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)|''Kre-O'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)|"Generation 1" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Centurion (IDW)|Centurion]], the conflicted warrior who became "Bumblebee" for a time in the [[2005 IDW continuity]].<br><br />
''Front row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the [[2005 IDW continuity]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Animated)|''Transformers Animated'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the 2010 "[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]" franchise.<br />
* [[Bumblebee (ES)|EarthSpark Bumblebee]]<br />
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2023-07-21T16:56:43Z
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<div>In many different continuities, dozens of Transformers have gone by the name '''[[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]''', each a <br />
variation on a central [[character]] archetype.<br />
<br />
''Back row, left to right'': <br />
* [[Bumblebee (Movie)|"Movie series" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)|''Cyberverse'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]''.<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Prime)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]]''.<br />
* The evil [[Goldbug (SG)|Goldbug]], from ''[[Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]''<br><br />
''Middle row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]], who took up the mantle of "Bumblebee Bird" in ''[[Angry Birds Transformers]]''<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)|''Kre-O'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)|"Generation 1" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Centurion (IDW)|Centurion]], the conflicted warrior who became "Bumblebee" for a time in the [[2005 IDW continuity]].<br><br />
''Front row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the [[2005 IDW continuity]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Animated)|''Transformers Animated'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the 2010 "[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]" franchise.<br />
* [[Bumblebee (ES)|"EarthSpark" Bumblebee]]<br />
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File:Bumblebee evolution.jpg
2023-07-21T16:56:19Z
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<div>In many different continuities, dozens of Transformers have gone by the name '''[[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]''', each a <br />
variation on a central [[character]] archetype.<br />
<br />
''Back row, left to right'': <br />
* [[Bumblebee (Movie)|"Movie series" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)|''Cyberverse'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]''.<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Prime)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]]''.<br />
* The evil [[Goldbug (SG)|Goldbug]], from ''[[Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]''<br><br />
''Middle row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]], who took up the mantle of "Bumblebee Bird" in ''[[Angry Birds Transformers]]''<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)|''Kre-O'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)|"Generation 1" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Centurion (IDW)|Centurion]], the conflicted warrior who became "Bumblebee" for a time in the [[2005 IDW continuity]].<br><br />
''Front row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the [[2005 IDW continuity]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Animated)|''Transformers Animated'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the 2010 "[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]" franchise.<br />
* [[Bumblebee (ES)|"EarthSpark Bumblebee]]<br />
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2023-07-21T16:53:47Z
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<div>In many different continuities, dozens of Transformers have gone by the name '''[[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]''', each a <br />
variation on a central [[character]] archetype.<br />
<br />
''Back row, left to right'': <br />
* [[Bumblebee (Movie)|"Movie series" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Cyberverse)|''Cyberverse'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]''.<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Prime)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]] as he appeared in ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Transformers: Prime]]''.<br />
* The evil [[Goldbug (SG)|Goldbug]], from ''[[Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]''<br><br />
''Middle row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Chuck (AB)|Chuck]], who took up the mantle of "Bumblebee Bird" in ''[[Angry Birds Transformers]]''<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)|''Kre-O'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)|"Generation 1" Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Centurion (IDW)|Centurion]], the conflicted warrior who became "Bumblebee" for a time in the [[2005 IDW continuity]].<br><br />
''Front row, left to right'':<br />
* [[Bumblebee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the [[2005 IDW continuity]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (Animated)|''Transformers Animated'' Bumblebee]]<br />
* [[Bumblebee (WFC)|"Aligned" Bumblebee]], as he appeared in the 2010 "[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]" franchise.<br />
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Sandspear
2023-07-20T18:52:52Z
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:''Sandspear is a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] from the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Rise of the Beasts]] portion of the [[movie continuity family]].''<br />
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'''Sandspear''' is a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] scorpion who is partnered with fellow Predacon scorpion [[Scorponok (ROTB)|Scorponok]].<br />
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[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastWeaponizersScorponok.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Not Baby Scorponok]]<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts''===<br />
*'''Predacon Scorponok & Sandspear''' (Beast Weaponizers, 2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Tail weapon<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Koki Yamada]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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: Released as part of a Target-exclusive ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' line, ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Rise of the Beasts]]'' Sandspear transforms from monstrous robotic scorpion to a blade that Scorponok can wield.<br />
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==Notes==<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Sandspear''' (サンドスピア ''Sandosupia'')<br />
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[[Category:Rise of the Beasts Predacons]]<br />
[[Category:Toy-only characters]]</div>
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Optimus Primal (BW)/toys
2023-07-05T15:24:41Z
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<div>{{suite}}<br />
[[File:Optimus Primal toys.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey see, Monkey screw you up!]]<br />
'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]]''' has had a barrel full of toys. None of them [[Optimus Minor|monkeys]]!<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:BWtoy-Primalbat.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cheetor. ''Cheetor.'' I'm Batman.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron!''' (Basic Class versus two-pack, 1996)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Amazon no Taiketsu: Convobat VS Megalligator'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''VS-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:The first ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'' Optimus Primal was a Basic Class blue bat which could autotransform into a robot by pulling the tail. Two swords were removable from under its wings for use as weaponry in [[robot mode]]. In the [[Hasbro]] line, he was packaged along with an [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|alligator version of Megatron]] and a [[Optimus Primal vs Megatron!|''Beast Wars'' mini-comic]]. The Japanese release of the two-pack, dubbed "Amazon Showdown" (アマゾンの対決 ''Amazon no Taiketsu''), lacks the comic, but does come with individual character bio cards.<br />
<br />
:Whether this toy can be considered the Optimus Primal character is a matter of debate. Released before the animated series began, which established Optimus Primal as a separate entity from Optimus Prime, the accompanying profiles and mini-comic imply that the Beast Wars are a direct progression of the Autobot/Decepticon war. Whether the animated series's [[retcon]] affected this set of toys is probably a matter of personal preference. It can be interpreted as representing one of the more interesting micro-continuities.<br />
<br />
:The 2007 ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook]]'' asserted that, in [[Beast Wars timeline (IDW)|IDW's version of the ''Beast Wars'' continuity]], Primal's bat form was suggested by the ''Axalon''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer as a potential alt mode, but he rejected it in favour of the more powerful gorilla without ever actually reformatting into it. Thus, this [[micro-continuity]] posits bat mode Primal as an essentially theoretical alt-form that never actually came to be.<br />
<br />
:This mold was also used to make the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#VSS1|Optimus Prime-recolored Convobat]] (explicitly identified as Optimus Prime), the separate individual [[Convobat#Toys|Convobat]], [[Onyx Primal#Toys|Onyx Primal]] as well as inspire the comic character [[Nyx]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimalBat/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (bat) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Optimusprimaltoyultraape.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Yes, missiles come out of his butt.]]<br />
[[File:Prizeprimals.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Brass monkeys.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 1996/1997/1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 "spinal swords", 4 "mega-blast missiles", "mace whip"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
<br />
: The second Optimus Primal toy was an ape in the Ultra size class. Though the transformation from primate to humanoid was a relatively simplistic one, the toy compensated with more than a fair share of weaponry and action features. A compartment on his right forearm opened to reveal a skull-shaped "mace whip" he could hold in his fist. His left forearm could open into a double-barreled "mega-blast missile" launcher. On his back were two more spring-loaded "mega-blast missile cannons"/launchers which auto-flipped over each shoulder. By pulling a lever in the center of his back, both arms would either spin at the bicep or bend in and out at the elbow, depending on the placement of notch-buttons located on either bicep. This gimmick was shown to be an effort to simulate a gorilla beating its chest while Optimus was in [[beast mode]], but could also be used in robot mode, making him swing his weapons wildly before himself. And finally, like many first-year ''Beast Wars'' toys, a battle mask/"[[mutant head]]" could be deployed over his robot head. The mask is attached to a turntable around the neck, meaning it can either be deployed over Primal's face (with the forehead vent visible) or covering the back of his head, with the red plastic showing through to create a different look and the antenna folded down to make tusks (the intended configuration as per Primal's concept art<ref>[https://www.tfraw.com/p/beast-wars-concept.html?m=1 "Beast Wars Toy Concept Designs" on TFRaw]</ref>).<br />
<br />
:The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Black Jack" for the Italian market, whereas the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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:Takara released the toy under the name of "Convoy" as part of their ''Beast Wars'' line in July of 1997, nearly identical to the Hasbro version. The missiles for the Takara version are thinner and simpler than the original Hasbro version, and would be used in all subsequent releases of the sculpt.<br />
<br />
:This sculpt was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Optimus Primal and [[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]] DX Convoy, and [[retool]]ed into ''Beast Wars Reborn''/''Beast Wars Tenth Anniversary'' versus pack Optimus Primal. Takara also created multiple special variants, including all-gold (from ''[[TV Magazine]]'', only ten awarded), red body with gray head & chest plate (''TV Magazine'' again, but only twenty pieces for lucky draw), and blue-fur (a ''[[Comic Bom Bom]]'' design-contest prize, only thirty awarded).<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (gorilla) at TFU.info]''<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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*'''Convobat''' (Basic, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
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: "Convobat" was also available in Japan as a single boxed toy. This release is identical to the two-pack version.<br />
<br />
: This toy would go without Japanese market fiction until all the way in [[2021]], when it was [[Scorching Heat Showdown|finally characterized...]] as a [[Convobat#Beast Wars|yet third guy.]] [[Megalligator#Beast Wars|At least they're symmetrical now.]]<br />
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[[File:BW-toy VS01 Convoy Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Megatron, master of manspreading.]]<br />
*'''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu: Convoy VS Megatron''' (VS pack, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
<br />
:In Japan, Ultra "Convoy" was available both individually and in a ''very large'' "Strongest Beast Showdown" (最強ビーストの対決 ''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu'') two-pack with Ultra [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS1|Megatron]].<br />
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: Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
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[[File:BW Biocombat Ani Mutants Orcanoch.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
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:In Europe, the ''Beast Wars''-branded ''[[MicroVerse]]'' playsets (see below) were released solely as ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' (English/Spanish/Italian packaging) or ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' (French/Dutch/German packaging) products.<br />
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:This release is entirely identical to the [[#MicroVerse|US ''MicroVerse'' release]] of the toy, aside from the packaging and the branding.<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
<br />
:In January of 1998, Takara released a redeco of the Ultra Optimus Primal toy as '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ リアルグレータイプ), changing the black to dark gray, the blue eyes of Gorilla to red, and the blue to metallic blue, although the packaging was the same as the original release save for a sticker on the front of the box. According to the sticker, this limited figure was meant to celebrate the "20,000,000 Unit Breakthrough Commemoration"—apparently commemorating ''20 million'' units of Beast Wars toys sold. Whether this was supposed to represent 20 million worldwide or just in Japan is unclear.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Special Convoy Real Gray Type at TFU.info (scroll down)]''<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (1998?)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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: A [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] redeco of the Ultra figure, '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ スケルトンタイプ) was colorless-clear and black with silver paint detailing. The packaging was the same as the general release except for a sticker on the front of the box.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ClearConvoy/clearconvoy.htm More information on Special Convoy Skeleton Type at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BW-toy OptimusPrimalBurning.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Grape Ape's lesser-known cousin Cherry Ape. Currently an insurance broker in Oak Park, Illinois.]]<br />
* '''Burning Convoy''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
<br />
: A Takara redeco of the Ultra Class Primal toy in almost entirely semitransparent red plastic with with metallic gold "flame" markings on his fists and gorilla-mode chest.<br />
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: He was released as a limited-edition figure to promote the [[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|''Beast Wars Special'' movie]], alongside the [[Lio Convoy#Flash|Flash Lio Convoy]] toy. As with the above "Skeleton Type" toy, his packaging and paperwork is identical to the regular retail release; only a sticker on the box window was added to mark the special release.<br />
<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-PrimalTM.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|Check out those abs!]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: [[Transmetal]] Optimus Primal is a mechanical gorilla that transforms into a partially organic robot. Like all Transmetals, it featured chromed plastic and a third vehicle-inspired mode. In Primal's case, his gorilla mode could transform into a gorilla on a [[hoverboard]]. Two maces were stored on his back and could double as missiles for his hip-holstered blaster.<br />
<br />
:Continuing a trend from Generation 1 where Italian releases of toys representing the same characters as previous toys released under the same name were sometimes given names that didn't reflect the Italian market names of those previous releases, the European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Metal Gorilla" for the Italian market. Like with the Ultra figure, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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: Some units feature a chromed purple variant for the Beast Mode chest.<br />
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: [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s version of the toy exchanged the brown plastic for translucent maroon; other changes included additional paint on the waist and a different eye color. The figure was also available in a set with Transmetal Megatron.<br />
<br />
: This mold was used to make [[Apelinq (BM)#Toys|Apelinq]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Transmetal Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-OpOp.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|It's really about two modes, not four, if you're honest.]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (Super Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Powered Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-47'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' One gun, four missiles, six break-away armor plates<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro)|[[Daniel Sanfilippo]] (deco artist), [[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: Transmetal Optimal Optimus was the first toy in the Super size class, featuring electronics and four transformations: robot, ape, jet, and armored transport. When a back section of the cannon module was pulled, the eyes and shoulder-mounted missile launchers lit up and the launchers fired. It came with four missiles, two of which stored on its legs. Its forearms featured blast-away armor plates that could also be pegged to its upper arms. His cockpit perfectly fits a [[MicroVerse]] figure in the seat.<br />
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: Optimal Optimus's on-package [[bio]] states that he has Cybertronian "air guardian" technology and twin scramjet modules, most likely in reference to [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], whose function was Air Guardian, and his Tech Specs said he had these same scramjet modules.<br />
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: The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the most bizarre choice for the additional alternate name for the Italian market yet, naming ''this'' figure "Optimus Primal" (!). Once again, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimal Optimus" just like the United States version.<br />
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: This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' character [[Optimal]]. This sculpt was also used to make [[Primal Prime]], with a redesign that had separate triggers for the missile-lighting and missile-launching so users would be less likely to shoot themselves in the eye. This body was also the template for [[Megatron (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Megatron]]'s (non-toy) "Optimal" body, seen in "[[Endgame Pt. III: Seeds of the Future]]".<br />
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: The Japanese version features several deco changes including: a more yellow shade of orange, no blue paint on the helmet in robot mode, and black tires instead of purple. Also, the translucent missiles are molded slightly differently. This changed mold was also used by Primal Prime.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimalOptimus/optimaloptimus.htm More information on Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Fateful Showdown: Metals Convoy VS Metals Megatron''' (VS pack, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: In Japan, Metals Convoy was available both individually and in a "Fateful Showdown" (宿命の対決 ''Shukumei no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS40|Metals Megatron]]. Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
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: As mentioned below, this two-pack saw a variant release using the Gold Convoy and Silver Megatron toys in their place. While the figures inside the packaging were different, the packaging remained the same.<br />
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[[File:GoldConvoySilverMegatron.jpg|upright=0.6|thumb|"Oh? You're approaching me? Instead of running away, you come right to me?"]]<br />
*'''Gold Metals Convoy''' (Lucky Draw, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: A gold version of Metals Convoy was made available as a [[Lucky Draw]] figure. Five were produced for individual sale, while more were made available in a variant of the above VS pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Silver Megatron]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=ゴールドコンボイ<br />
シルバーメガトロン(各5名)<br />
此方は単品箱版となっており他にもVS-40 宿命の対決セットで同仕様のモノが他雑誌でプレゼントされている(後々紹介予定)。セット版は秋葉原まんだらけやヤフオク等で長期に渡って販売されていたので見たことある方も多いのでは？|link= https://web.archive.org/web/20210710054142/https://twitter.com/kongoriki/status/900705968043868160|name=Kongoriki|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=08|day=24|(defunct=no)}}</ref><br />
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<!-- [[File:PioneerPrimal.jpg|upright=1.2|thumb|"Buy my DVDs".]] Hiding image until a better one can be sourced.--><br />
*'''Silver Metals Convoy''' (DVD pack-in, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: Often referred to among the fandom as "Pioneer Primal", Silver Metals Convoy was available via an offer on a ''Beast Wars'' Pioneer DVD. The figure swaps out the blue chrome for silver and places the word "Cybertron" with "Pioneer" on his beast mode chest. Silver Metals Convoy was only limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''MicroVerse''===<br />
[[File:BWMicroversetoy-Primal.jpg|100px|thumb|Seamunky?]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
**''Series'': '''''Beast Wars: Transformers'''''<br />
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: Part of the short-lived ''[[MicroVerse]]'' toyline (from before [[Hasbro]]'s acquisition of rival [[Galoob]] and their micro-toy empire), [[Orcanoch]] transforms into a Maximal base. It came with tiny, non-transforming versions of Optimus Primal and [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]]. These figures were designed to sit in the various mini-vehicles and control modules of the ''MicroVerse'' playsets.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''MicroVerse'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Machines''===<br />
[[File:BM-toy OpPrimalDx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am the exact opposite of show-accurate.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Deluxe Class, 2000)<br />
**''Accessories'': Energy [[shuriken]]<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: The first ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Optimus Primal is a dark bronze and translucent blue technorganic gorilla that transforms into a technorganic robot. Based on early concept art, he has a...loose relationship to show accuracy, with a skeletal beast mode face and entirely different arms. Thankfully his gimmicks ''are'' more or less accurate. His right robot mode arm is spring-loaded to throw the shuriken that stores in his left leg (the ape mode's left shoulder). Like all ''Beast Machines'' toys, he has a hidden "[[spark crystal]]" that displays his faction allegiance; Primal's is in his chest, revealed with the spring-loaded "flexing" motion that also moves his beast mode face up for snarling while posing. His robot mode head also features a changing expression via sliding brow/skullcap.<br />
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: Official [[Hasbro]] stock photography of this toy shows a differently-molded shuriken, lacking the "energy flame" effect.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (Deluxe) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMcD.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey play in the Jungle''<br>''Robot work in the Factory''<br>''They will have a Giant Rumble''!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Happy Meal toy, 2000)<br />
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: McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly simple toy that transforms from a technorganic robot to technorganic ape. Its sculpted detail is based directly that of the television show's model for Primal. It uses translucent plastic for the body, and, like the other McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' toys, there's a sculpted spark crystal on the toy's surface; on Optimus Primal, it is placed on the stomach. Additionally, there are two organic flaps on the toy's back, and in robot mode, nobody's entirely sure exactly what to do with them. Are they rotated all the way down to make his booster jets? Are they rotated out to the sides to make the backs of his shoulder pads? Are they rotated back to where they go in gorilla mode, once you get his heads swapped? We may never know. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/McOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (McDonald's) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMega.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey mates in the Jungle''<br>''Robot replicated in Factory''<br>''They both love their Mother''<br>''Why must they hate each other''?]]<br />
*'''Blast Punch Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class, 2001)<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:One of the last toys released in the ''Beast Machines'' line (under the "Battle for the Spark" rebranding), "Blast Punch" Optimus Primal transforms into a technorganic gorilla more like the show model, though with a considerably brighter color scheme. His main [[gimmick]] is his left arm, which contains a hidden missile launcher. Pushing down on his shoulder armor "winds" the mechanism in his gauntlet. Pushing the spark crystal on his bicep spins his gauntlet around, simultaneously triggering the spring-loaded missile launcher and activating his spring-loaded ramming "blast punch" action, extending his fist forward nearly a full inch. He also has hidden jet thrusters under a panel on his back. In beast mode, a small button on the top of his head pushes his upper face up in a "snarling" action.<br />
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:Due to the small size of the two gears used to rotate the forearm, manually transforming Optimus's left arm can damage the gimmick to the point of no longer working. The soft plastic used in the gears prevents them from crumbling apart and allowing them to be glued to the pin, but damage can be prevented by using the wind-up mechanism exclusively to transform the arm. If it must be moved by hand, turning the forearm in the same direction as the motor allow the larger gears to safely ratchet to minimize damage.<br />
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:Blast Punch Optimus Primal was [[#Beast Wars Returns|the only Japanese release]] of a ''Beast Machines'' toy of Primal, with the only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (Jollibee Kids Meal, 2009)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Pen Keeper<br />
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: Optimus Primal was available as one of three figures in a [[Jollibee]] promotion. The toy is a greatly simplified version of his ''Beast Machines'' Deluxe toy.<br />
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===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===<br />
[[File:RIDtoy-Suprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey versus robot!]]<br />
* '''Air Attack Optimus Primal''' (Supreme Class, 2002)<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:Intended for release in the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' toyline, Air Attack Optimus Primal was eventually released as a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] as part of the ''Robots in Disguise'' toyline. Positively oozing light-and-sound gimmicks in both modes, Optimus Primal does ''all'' sorts'a crazy crap, all of which is first activated by pressing his chest plate. Doing so "turns on" his electronics with a metallic shrieking noise, and the toy proceeds to hum constantly while the chest glows with a red LED. The electronics will eventually "turn off" if the toy is left idle, but you don't want to do that! You want to push his head (in either mode), which activates glowing lights in his eyes and actual speech samples of [[Garry Chalk]] from the ''Beast Machines'' cartoon (making Primal the first English-speaking ''Transformers'' toy to have speech clips performed by his actual cartoon voice actor). On top of that, the toy also features a pressure-launching disc-shooter in its robot mode stomach (accompanied by blasting sound effect), and a geared right arm with a spring-loaded punch action (and suitably pained electronic grunt). <br />
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:The ''big'' feature— the one that gives the toy its name— is his jetpack, which pops out (with translucent blue jet flames trailing behind) at the push of a button. This puts the toy into "flight mode", and it constantly produces the sound of whooshing jets, which then rises and falls depending on how the figure is held. Tilt him upwards, and the pitch rises as he ascends! Tilt him down, and ''zoom!'' When the jetpack is not deployed, the jet flames are folded up and form Primal's backplate, with the flame blast effect details being repurposed as ape fur.<br />
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:Also, he has a butt on his head.<br />
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:The [[Gold_Plastic_Syndrome|sparkly brown plastic]] in this figure's chest and legs is prone to breaking.<br />
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:The toy's packaging features both an Autobot and Maximal insignia. The Maximal symbol used, however, is the one used during the "Beast Wars" rather than the one from "Beast Machines", the toyline this toy was meant to be part of.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan on [[August 8]], 2002 as a Toys"R"Us-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Maximal/SupremeOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Air Attack Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Universe'' (2003)===<br />
[[File:Universe2003toy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Kinda looks like Don Rickles, don't you think?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 2003)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:A redeco of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal]] mold, with a color scheme that reflects the "infected" look several other toys were sporting in this line, reflecting the events taking place in-fiction. He retains all weapons and gimmicks of the previous releases of this mold, but with a reworked system for his arm mechanism, making his crazy arm swinging much more controlled.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan in [[August]], 2003 as an [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
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:This deco was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' incarnation of [[Optimus Primal (BWSG)|Optimus Primal]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Universe Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Robotmasters''===<br />
[[File:RMtoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There he is, my littler guy.]]<br />
*'''Beast Convoy''' ([[August 5]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-11'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile<br />
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:Part of the second wave of ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)#Toys|Robotmasters]]'' toys, Beast Convoy is a more [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] mold primarily based upon the original Ultra Class Optimus Primal figure, and using the original Ultra Class toy's color scheme. The mouthplate features an engraved mouth, although it is painted silver like the rest of the face, and lacks the Mutant Head from the original figure. <br />
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:Both forearms contain small, non-firing cannons in them (and thus a skull mace is not included), which can be revealed by flipping up the panels on his arms. Similarly, the missile launchers from the Ultra-class version of the toy have been replaced by non-firing cannons based more closely on the ones from the TV show. <br />
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:Beast Convoy features open-palmed hands, thus preventing him from holding both of his swords in the same hand, but a small connector-piece is included to connect the swords together, allowing Beast Convoy to hold the lower sword with the upper sword connected. <br />
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:Like [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Robotmasters|Beast Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Robotmasters|G1 Convoy]], Beast Convoy comes with a generic blue missile launcher which can fit in his palm. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Burning Beast Convoy''' ([[December 28]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-21'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", missile launcher, missile<br />
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:A recolor of the above Beast Convoy mold, this toy uses the "Burning Convoy" color scheme from the ''Beast Wars II'' movie from where he partnered with Lio Convoy, turning them into Burning Convoy and Flash Lio Convoy respectively. This release did ''not'' include the tiny sword connector part.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Beast Convoy Limited Black Version''' (2005)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile, "Boost Hammer"<br />
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: Available only via mail order through ''Hobby Japan'' magazine, the "Limited Black Version" of Beast Convoy is just that: a straight [[black repaint]] of the Beast Convoy toy. He comes with all his original accessories, appropriately redecoed, as well as a gold-chromed version of the "[[Boost Hammer]]" [[solitarium]] weapon that came with [[Wrecker Hook]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HHBeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy Limited Black Version at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars Returns''===<br />
*'''Convoy''' ([[November 18]], [[2004]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
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:The Mega Class [[#BlastPunch|Blast Punch Optimus Primal]] toy was released in Japan in 2004 as "Convoy" as part of the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)#Japan|Beast Wars Returns]]'' line, exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores. The only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalbwx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Surf monkey / That funky monkey'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Beast Wars 10th Anniversary, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key, ''Axalon'' figurine<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] and [[Marcelo Matere]] (concept art)}}<br />
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: ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]'' Optimus Primal is based loosely on his original ultra ape action figure while pulling some elements from other figures, including a transformation very similar to the Playskool Go-Bot [[Beast-Bot|Gorillabot]], which itself was a nod to Optimus Primal's ''Beast Machines'' form. The sculpts for both BWX leader toys were intentionally designed to blend in with the Jungle Planet aesthetic, "in case" they didn't get a Beast Wars Anniversary release (according to [[Aaron Archer]]'s statements at [[BotCon 2005]]).<br />
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:Similar to his Transmetal form, BWX Optimus Primal also comes with a hoverboard with two [[5 mm post|5mm post]]s at the base, allowing him to ride it in his gorilla mode, or hold it in robot mode via the 5mm posts on his robot palms/gorilla feet. When a [[Cyber Key]] is inserted at the rear of the board, a spring-loaded extending "assault blade" (or "( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) lt blade" as the instructions call it) deploys, and a trigger is revealed to allow one to use the spring-loaded missile launcher at the tip.<br />
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:He is also packaged with a mini-comic-sized reprinting of [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers, Beast Wars: The Gathering|The Gathering]]'' #1, a small [[Axalon (BW)#Toys|''Axalon'']] ship figurine, and a [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]]-style Cyber Key.<br />
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:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|Optimus Prime]], [[BotCon 2014]] [[Apelinq (BM)|Apelinq]] and [[Primal Prime]], and ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#United|Optimus Primal]]. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on 10th Anniversary Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This Toys"R"Us-exclusive set is the Hasbro release of the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' set (see below), but in different packaging with a DVD of the ''Beast Wars'' episode "[[Possession]]". As such, this version of Optimus Primal is identical.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TRUOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (Toys"R"Us Exclusive) at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars Reborn''===<br />
[[File:BWReborntoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The eighth Optimus of the world... PRIMAL!]]<br />
* '''Convoy vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BWR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This release is a [[retool]] of the original 1996 Ultra toy, with new beast and robot heads, plus a new robot chest piece sculpted to match the television series's portrayal. The color scheme was also altered to be show-accurate, changing the black to dark gray, much of the light gray to medium gray with hints of bronze, primary red to crimson, and blue to a more dull steel blue. All of the toy's previous [[gimmick]]s are retained with the sole exception of the "mutant head." <br />
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:This figure came packaged with a similarly-remolded [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Reborn|Megatron]] and a [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] CD-ROM that contains control art for a number of ''Beast Wars'' toys.<br />
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===''G-2''===<br />
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[[File:LaserPrime reissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Argh TFWiki headache.]]<br />
* '''Battle Convoy''' (Reissue, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TRF-13'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Laser rifle, sword, 5 discs, 3 air power missiles, ripple rocket launcher, 10 rockets<br />
{{repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
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:In 1995, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Optimus Prime]] was a new [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'']] mold that transformed into mid-1990s Western Star 4964EX, pulling a grey and black fuel tank trailer. On the sides of the trailer is a humorous sticker depicting Laser Optimus Prime using a flamethrower to burn down a forest, with the words "Optimus Prime Octane" over the image.<br />
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:In robot mode, like Hero Optimus Prime, the bottom of the truck became his familiar windowed chest based upon the original Optimus Prime toy. His main gimmick was light up LED headlights, and a [[light-piping|lightpipe]] in the bottom of his right fist, illuminated by an LED in his right forearm, that would illuminate his clear sword or his double-barreled rifle if they were used in that hand. All three LEDs were activated simultaneously by pressing the sunroof-like depression on the roof of the truck.<br />
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:The trailer unfolds to form a battle station bristling with many firing weapons. Primarily, it can fire an air-powered missile launcher, a ripple rocket launcher with 5 missiles that can be launched individually (this turret can also be mounted in Laser Prime's hand) and a 'disc launcher', that fired several blue plastic discs adorned with the ''Generation 2'' Autobot sigil. This disc launcher is the only weapon that can be used in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]].<br />
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:This mold was redecoed in 2000 as ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' [[Scourge (RID)#Toys|Black Convoy]], and slightly retooled as Scourge. After Scourge, the next use of this mold was planned to be ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Toxitron (Universe)#Toys|Toxitron]], which ended up being canceled. The slightly retooled version of this mold was released in 2006 in Japan as reissue Battle Convoy, which was the name of this toy during the Japanese ''Generation 2''. The reissue used the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] modified tooling, with a slightly modified deco using silver vacuum-metallized plastic on his chest and trailer sides along with additional paint applications and G2 symbols. The mold was also redecoed to create a ''Generation 2'' version of [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Ultra Magnus]] as an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive. <br />
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:Within the ''[[Beast Wars Reborn]]'' text story, the reissued Laser Prime toy was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as a temporary form for Optimus Primal.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Laser Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Timelines''===<br />
[[File:Timelinestoy-PrimalDoFP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Trukk munky?]]<br />
* '''Dawn of Future's Past''' ([[BotCon 2006]] boxset)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, Maximal [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] key<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Moore]] (concept artist)}}<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Here's a closer look at the Optimus Primal photoshopped concept, alongside with the final version. This one stayed really close all the way through to production. Cybertron was my only real choice for obvious reasons. I have a test shot of this figure to..|link=https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581|site=Twitter|name=Joe Moore|year=2021|month=03|day=11}}</ref><br />
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:A [[redeco]] and [[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Voyager Class [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)#Toys|Crumplezone]], ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' "''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' Optimus Primal" transforms into a three-wheeled Cybertronic race car with huge turbine thrusters. These thrusters each contain a spring-loaded missile launcher,and can be swung forward in both vehicle and robot mode by plugging a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into his key-jack. This also activates electronic sound effects. He has a new head that replicates Optimus Primal's first [[character model]].<br />
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:Available only in a multi pack with the ''Axalon'' versions of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Timelines|Cheetor]], [[Rhinox (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rhinox]], and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rattrap]], as well as the ''[[Darksyde (BW)|Darksyde]]'' version of [[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Timelines|Dinobot]].<br />
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:Some consider this toy somewhat of an in-joke, because when fans initially saw pics of Crumplezone, they criticised it for looking like a monkey. <br />
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::*''[https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581 Designer commentary on Axalon Optimus Primal from Joe Moore on Twitter]''<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/BCOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Axalon Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:Titanium Optimal Optimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Ready? And... Faceplant!]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (6" Cybertron Hero, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand with nameplate<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released in the third wave of the 6-inch Cybertron Heroes assortment, ''[[Titanium Series]]'' Optimal Optimus transforms from robot mode into either his ground vehicle or jet forms, but likely for budgetary reasons, he does ''not'' have his usual gorilla mode. Also unlike the original toy, his chest cannons can be flipped back into his torso. This toy was denoted as an [[Autobot]] both on his stand and on his shoulder, even though Optimal is generally a [[Maximal]].<br />
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:This figure was going to be used for [[Primal Prime]], but that toy was ultimately canceled late in its development.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimalOptimus/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Binaltech''===<br />
[[File:BTBlackConvoy toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There! He's a trukk! Ya happy now?]]<br />
* '''Black Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BT-17'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Engine/blaster<br />
{{Repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
<br />
: Black Convoy is the first ''Binaltech'' release since [[Skids (G1)#Alternators/Binaltech|Skids]] in early 2006, and was available exclusively in Japan at the winter Wonder Festival in 2007. His plastic colours are different from Nemesis Prime's, with grey plastic replacing the black on his shins, waist, shoulders, and forearms. In addition, Nemesis Prime's windows are tinted red, but Black Convoy's windows are completely clear. His paint deco is based upon ''Kiss Players'' Convoy's, arranged in the same patterns but using teal, and he has vacuum-metallized wheels and front grill. The paint deco on his head is meant to evoke that of ''Car Robots'' [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]]. Perhaps the most important differences are that he has die-cast metal parts, and most of his truck body panels are coated in gloss black paint.<br />
<br />
: Perhaps due to cost-cutting, this toy was released in the large bubble-on-a-tray packaging also used in the ''Alternators'' line. However, he came with no character or packaging art.<br />
<br />
: The ''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' fiction [[Repurposing|repurposes]] this figure as a new body for Optimus Primal, based on how Primal's disembodied spark had previously taken possession of Nemesis's body earlier in the ''[[Story of Binaltech|Binaltech]]'' story.<br />
::*[[Source:Transformers Binaltech bios#17|Archive of ''Binaltech'' Black Convoy's bio and tech specs]]<br />
{{AlternatorsOptimusPrimeMold}}<br />
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===''Beast Wars Telemocha Series''===<br />
[[File:BWTelemocha Convoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Anyone else feel like we're going in circles?]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords<br />
:''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]]'' Convoy is an extensive redeco of the ''Robotmasters'' Deluxe-sized Beast Convoy figure in a similar style to the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool of the original Ultra Class figure.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Cybertron/Convoy/convoy.htm More information on Telemocha Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWTelemochaDXPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Seriously, we're getting dizzy!]]<br />
*'''DX Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-SP'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
:An extensive show-accurate redeco of the original Ultra-class Optimus Primal mold ''without'' the recently remolded head and chestplate. Oh [[TakaraTomy]], you so crazy.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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===''United''===<br />
[[File:Unitedtoy-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Chicks dig hoverboards that turn into giant blasters - right?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' ([[February 25]], [[2012]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''UN-30'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key<br />
<br />
: Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' toys, Optimus Primal (using his Hasbro market name) is a [[repaint]] of the Deluxe-sized ''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'' Optimus Primal toy, and is the first release of the mold in Japan. He features warmer, more yellowish paint for the gorilla chest and face, and relocates the [[Maximal]] [[insignia]] to the ''underside'' of his gorilla backside [[kibble]] panel. His hoverboard, meanwhile, uses a darker shade of blue paint for the Cyber Key jack, and the front of the hoverboard features both the "stripes" from [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|the ''Cybertron'' redeco]] of this toy, and the fully-painted vents from the "10th Anniversary" version.<br />
<br />
:Like the 5th and 6th wave figures, Optimus Primal's package feature a sticker that said "limited quantity (数量限定)", indicating that this figure is released in limited numbers after its first and only shipment. Both his [[instructions]] and packaging brand him as an [[Autobot]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/UnitedOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''United'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Legend Commander Collection''===<br />
[[File:Legend-Commander-Collection-LC-02-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb| The old man's back again.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' (2014)<br />
**''ID number'': '''LC-02'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords<br />
<br />
: Part of the ''[[Legend Commander Collection]]'' sold at [[Transformers Expo]], Convoy (Beast Wars) is a redeco of ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy. The toy also features several deco differences: While the paint applications were similar to the first ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy toy, the mouth was painted blue like the ''Telemocha'' Convoy, the white paint uses on this toy are brighter white compared to the first toy, some of the Robot Mode's chest detailing features lavender white paint details, and the gunmetal paint were used for the Beast Mode face. Like G1 Convoy, Convoy (Beast Wars) doesn't come with the launcher accessory.<br />
<br />
:Remaining stock of the toy was sold through [[TakaraTomy Mall]].<br />
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===''Legends''===<br />
[[File:TakaraLegends Lg02 Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mmm... Monke[[https://youtu.be/0IcWGQ6t2_4]]]]<br />
* '''Convoy''' ('''Optimus Primal''')<ref>LG02 Convoy's packaging has "Optimus Primal" as the accompanying English subtitle to "コンボイ".</ref> ([[October 25]], [[2014]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG02'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail <br />
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:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' "Convoy" is a redeco of the [[#Beast Wars Reborn|''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool]] of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal toy]]. While he shares mostly the same paint mask to the ''Reborn'' figure, some of his parts featured different paint applications; His gunmetal gray chest, face, fingers & chest paint details are now replaced with dark grey. He comes with a leaflet featuring a character profile, tech specs, and the [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 2|''Legends'' Bonus Edition Volume 2]] mini-comic.<br />
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:Fiction-wise, this toy represents the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after he contracted [[Transformers sickness]] for the first time.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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[[File:Ape-X.jpg|right|300px|thumb|..Come on get down with the sickness.]]<br />
*'''Convobat''' ([[December 19]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG-EX'''<br />
{{note|[[Ape X Arms]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after contracting [[Transformers sickness]] for the second time in the ''[[Transformers Legends (comic)|Legends]]'' comic.}}<br />
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:Available with the [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] figure, Ape X Arms is a redeco of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]]'s accessory, in [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#OptimalOptimus|Optimal Optimus]]'s colors. Convobat and [[Megalligator#Legends|Megalligator]] can ride Ape X Arms in robot mode. Ape X Arms can also transform into a 5 mm gun for larger ''Titans Return'' or any ''Legends'' Headmaster figures to wield, or combine with either of the two Headmasters to form a jet.<br />
<br />
:As a redeco of a Titan Master vehicle accessory, care must be taken with the gun mode's handle: the handle fits tightly in many 5 mm-compatible closed hands, and combined with the handle's lack of metal pin running through the joint, removing it by force causes the handle to pop out of the joint.<br />
{{TRApefaceMold}}<br />
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===''Platinum Edition''===<br />
[[File:Transformers-Platinum-Edition-BM-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Probably not as fun as a barrel of munkies.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Year of the Monkey exclusive, 2016)<br />
** ''Accessories'': Disc <br />
{{toydesigner|[[Ramon Campos]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:Sold at the rather expensive price of $140.00 (but often discounted), ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the [[Trukk not munky|Monkey]]" Optimus Primal is a redeco of [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|''Robots in Disguise'' Air Attack Optimus Primal]], with his coloration inspired by an amalgamation of [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]] and/or [[Primal Prime]]. He retains all the electronic gimmicks from the previous toy, with an exception of the voice clips (unfortunately, only the lines "Optimus Primal" (said ''twice'') and "Transformers" are played) and sound effects/music, which was newly recorded. He also sometimes yells "transform!" when pushing his chest, and now growls if you shoot the disc in beast mode or push his monkey head. The chest no longer hums after turning it on.<br />
<br />
:His stock photos were mistransformed: both his robot and beast mode's chests were inverted, and his beast mode's thumbs were not rotated. <br />
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===''Masterpiece''===<br />
[[File:BW-Masterpiece-MP32-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best munky ever.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[October 29]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-32'''<br />
**''Hasbro release name:'' '''Beast Convoy (Optimus Primal)'''<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-takara-tomy-masterpiece-mp-32-beast-convoy-optimus-primal Used only on the Hasbro Pulse website listing.]</ref><br />
**''Hasbro release date:'' [[June 1]], [[2022]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Three ape faces, four robot faces, two Cyber Blades, skull flail (Asia exclusive)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released to celebrate ''Beast Wars''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s 20th anniversary, ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Convoy is a faithful recreation of the character as he appeared in the Mainframe animated series. <br />
<br />
[[File:TF-Masterpiece-MP32-Asia-exclusive-skull-flail.jpg|left|100px|thumb|It's a lost art of weaponry.]]<br />
:Matching his original figure, Convoy has two "cyber blade" swords, which can now be stored on his back in robot mode. Each wrist has cartoon-accurate flip-out "plasma cannons", while his "mega blaster" shoulder cannons have also been recreated. In robot mode, a panel can rotate in his posterior to reveal his "convoy jet".<br />
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:Convoy has the new gimmick of light-up eyes. These are powered by two computer batteries stored in the beast mode head and activated by pressing down the robot mode head. They stay lit for about ten seconds. Convoy comes with three different gorilla faces: neutral; smiling and angry, and four different robot mode faces: open-mouthed; close-mouthed; smirking and original style mouthless faceplate. <br />
<br />
:''Masterpiece'' Convoy is an inch or two smaller than his original Ultra Class toy, comparable to Beast Wars Neo [[Big Convoy]]. Not shown in the instructions is a peghole in the waist, designed to allow Convoy to be mounted on a flying stand. Another undocumented feature is a peg on his back, that allows ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Generations|Rattrap]] to ride on his back by plugging the aforementioned peg in the hole that is normally used for weapon storage in beast mode.<br />
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:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a die-cast skull flail based on the one that came with the original toy. It comes packaged in a cardboard box designed to look like a crate of [[banana]]s.<br />
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:Convoy was a candidate in TakaraTomy's [[Fan polls#Masterpiece Fan's Choice|''Masterpiece'' Fan's Choice]] poll in 2013, which asked fans to determine which Autobot/Maximal leader from the franchise's then-30 year history should receive a new ''Masterpiece'' toy. He only placed sixth, with 4.6% of the vote. Good things come to those who wait, we guess.<br />
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:In [[2021]], [[Hasbro Pulse]] revealed that they would be carrying Takara-Tomy's concurrent reissue of Beast Convoy exclusively through their website for a 2022 release date, with other online retailers following a couple of months thereafter. This release is identical to the original 2016 figure, except for two minor differences. First, the "Beast Wars 20th Anniversary" logo on the box front is changed to the standard Masterpiece "Long Life Design" stamp as the 20th anniversary no longer applied. Second, the figure's shoulderpads can now close fully around upper arms for ape mode, a minor error on the original run, and the previously delicate matte paint is now far more durable, no longer scratching off during normal transformation.<br />
<br />
::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/i.php?ID=6541 More information on Optimus Primal (Masterpiece) at Transformers-Universe.com]''<br />
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*'''Cheetus (Beast Wars)''' ([[February 25]], 2017)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-34''' <br />
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:Preorders of ''Masterpiece'' [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Masterpiece|Cheetus]] supplied by Hasbro Asia come with a die-cast Optimus Primal minifigure, as opposed to the [[collector coin]] typically accompanying ''Masterpiece'' releases from Hasbro Asia.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/masterpiece-cheetor-color-images.1066483/page-168#post-15460586 TFW2005 Forums discussion, 2 February 2018]</ref><br />
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[[File:TF-BW-MP32-Optimus-Primal-Legendary-Commander-Version.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best-er Munkey]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) Legendary Leader Ver.''' ([[June 24]], [[2017]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape face, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades, Double Blade, weapon rack, hammer, Beast Mask, backpack, [[banana]]s (Asia exclusive)<br />
<br />
:This Optimus Primal is a redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure above, with the deco greatly resembling his original toy colors and his appearance in the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars Special]]'' "[[Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!]]" He also comes with a combined sword (representing putting both swords in the hand of the original toy), a "weapon rack" to mount said combined sword, an additional skull flail (a new mold from the Asia exclusive accessory that came from the first release), a new mask which is based on his original toy's mutant head, and a new backpack piece that mounts on the back peg to mount the combined swords, the skull mace and the mutant head mask on Primal's back.<br />
<br />
:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a bunch of bananas in a cardboard crate. Each banana is a separate piece that can be removed from the stalk piece.<br />
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[[File:MPBurningConvoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Super Simian]]<br />
*'''Burning Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[March 25]], [[2020]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38+'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape faces, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades<br />
<br />
:Released to accompany [[Lio Convoy#Masterpiece|MP-48 Lio Convoy]], Burning Convoy is yet another redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, this time resembling his Burning Convoy appearance from "Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!" He also has a reduced inventory, with only two of the gorilla and robot faces each.<br />
<br />
:Due to shipment issues, Hasbro Pulse's release of Burning Convoy was delayed to April 2020.<br />
<br />
:Burning Convoy was released as an EB Games exclusive in Canada and Australia.<br />
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===''Titans Return''===<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Master, <s>2017</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
<br />
:For ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'', Hasbro apparently intended to release a [[Titan Master]] version of Optimus Primal, which would have been a redeco of [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]] with alternate head<ref name="allsparkint">[https://www.allspark.com/2018/07/impromptu-allspark-com-interview-with-john-warden-hasbro-brand-team-at-sdcc-2018/ Allspark interview at SDCC 2018]</ref> and would have been included in [[wave]] 5 alongside [[Ramhorn (G1)#TitansReturn|Ramhorn]] and [[Toraizer#Generations|Toraizer]]. A listing was first found in [[Toys"R"Us]]'s systems.<ref name="trutr">[http://news.tfw2005.com/2016/08/28/titans-return-new-listings-legends-cosmos-seaspray-voyager-blitzwing-octane-324058 Toys"R"Us listings] for then upcoming ''Titans Return'' figures, including Titan Master "Optimus Prime".</ref> Almost a year later, a listing was also found on [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]]'s German website;<ref name="amazontr">[https://www.amazon.de/dp/B06WP21QJG Amazon Germany listing] for ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal.</ref> but ultimately, Ramhorn was the only new Titan Master figure included in wave 5, and it's currently unclear how far the Toraizer and Optimus Primal even made it in the planning stage. A [[Walmart]] listing under the UPC barcode assigned to Optimus Primal now reads as "discontinued by vendor".<ref name="walmarttr">[https://www.walmart.com/ip/Discontinued-by-Vendor/133608534 Walmart listing] for what would have been ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal, now "discontinued by vendor".</ref><br />
{{Canceledtoy}}<br />
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===''Power of the Primes''===<br />
[[File:POTP-Leader-Evolved-Optimal-Optimus.jpg|thumb|If you don't want ''Beast Wars'' to win, don't put it on the ballot!|300px]]<br />
* '''Evolution Optimal Optimus''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-27'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 25]], 2018<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Gray]] and [[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
<br />
:In accordance with his victory in a poll to choose the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]], Optimus Primal received a toy in ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]''. Like all ''Power of the Primes'' Leader Class figures, Optimus is a small Deluxe-sized robot who combines with the armor to form a larger figure based on the "Optimal Optimus" toy from the original ''Beast Wars'' toyline. His smaller robot form transforms into a futuristic cargo ship; according to Hasbro at [[Toy Fair 2018]], the inner robot is meant to represent his Cybertronian form.<br />
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:He includes a Matrix of Leadership accessory with a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can store in the cockpit, in reference to the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' episode "[[Optimal Situation]]", as well as two cannons which can be held as clubs or as guns in robot mode, and they can store in the legs of the Evolution Armor in ape mode. The Evolution Armor transforms into Optimal Optimus's gorilla mode, minus his backpack. The gorilla can ride Optimus Primal's ship mode as a surfboard, as a callback to Primal's [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal]] body and [[#Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'']] Deluxe figure. Optimus Primal can transform into a backpack for the gorilla, or combine with the armor to form a jet; the toy does ''not'' turn into the wheeled "ground cruiser" mode of the original OpOp. His two cannons can be placed next to his head, or on his chest after moving the cockpit downwards. They can also be left off and combined into a larger rifle or stored on his legs. In combined robot or ape mode, the weapons (individually or as a rifle) can be pegged into a 5mm post hole on either thumb, through there is no real way to do this that isn't awkward due to the placement.<br />
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[[File:TF-PotP-SDCC-2018-Throne-of-the-Primes-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Optimus Prime's belief that "[[Triple Takeover|thrones are for Decepticons]]" isn't shared by Optimus Primal.]]<br />
*'''Throne of the Primes''' (Leader Class, 2018)<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-43'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[January 26]], [[2019]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, Matrix of Leadership frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields, crown, [[Scepter of Sparks]], [[Throne of the Primes]], 4 Prime Master figures<br />
<br />
:''Power of the Primes'' "Throne of the Primes" Optimal Optimus is a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2018-exclusive redeco of Evolution Optimal Optimus. The biggest change in his deco is to the Evolution Armor itself, which features the same colors as the core figure. The waist and backpack of the core figure, along with the blast shields, are cast in same dark gray as his shoulders, chest, and calves. The outer shell of the Matrix core figure is recolored reddish-orange, and the cannons feature additional paint applications.<br />
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:The additional accessories tie in to Primal's winning of the [[Power of the Primes (franchise)#Notes|2017 fan vote for the next Prime]]. The Scepter of Sparks, modelled after the [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal figure]]'s club, which doubles as a mace, can hold up to four Prime Masters, such as the four included in this set. The crown is a new mold, featuring the Maximal logo on the front. Finally, the Throne of the Primes, while a cardboard insert, features artwork of the faces of the eight other competitors in the survey—[[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]], [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]], and [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Unknown Evil]]. The Prime Masters can also be stored in the [[Halo of Primus]], a circular rotating plastic tray included on the back of the throne.<br />
<br />
:The four Primes he comes with are [[Amalgamous Prime#Generations|Amalgamous]], [[Nexus Prime#Generations|Nexus]], [[Prima#Generations|Prima]] and the [[Thirteenth Prime#Generations|Thirteenth]].<br />
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:For some odd reason, HasbroToyShop stock photography showed the figure with a [[Megatronus]] [[Inferno (G1)/toys#Generations|Inferno]] [[Prime Master/Combinations|card]], despite the figure coming with his own special card.<br />
<br />
:Debuting at SDCC 2018, this set was later made available via [[Hasbro Toy Shop]], but sold out in about 20 minutes. The toy was later released at general retail in Taiwan and Japan.<br />
<br />
===''Encore''===<br />
[[File:Encore-Returns-Convoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Ha, screw you [[scale]]!]]<br />
*'''Returns Convoy''' ([[November 24]], [[2018]])<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
<br />
:''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' Returns Convoy is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Supreme Class [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Air Attack Optimus Primal]], featuring a show-accurate deco on the majority of the figure (which had the pleasant side effect of curing the toy of [[Gold Plastic Syndrome]]). As a Japanese re-release, Returns Convoy's voice lines are provided by [[Takehito Koyasu]], including one referencing the infamous "Yvonco Pettanko" joke from the ''Beast Wars Returns'' episode "[[Fallout|The Cost of Victory]]".<br />
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===<br />
[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-Voyager-Class-OptimusPrimal.jpg|thumb|300px|New slogan of the year: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|TRUKK]] '''AND''' MUNKY!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])<br />
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K8'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-01'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 27]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Ken Christiansen]] (concept artist)}}<ref>Transformers panel at [[Hasbro PulseCon 2020]]</ref><br />
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: Released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'', ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Optimus Primal transforms from a robot accurate to his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon into a realistic gorilla in 22 steps, as well as a cartoon-accurate ''King Kong'' style bipedal gorilla third mode. The figure makes up for its size with above-average articulation, including butterfly shoulder joints, double-jointed knees, opening hands, rotating shins for a foot point, and toe articulation in both modes. Optimus Primal also has fold-out shoulder cannons, two Cyber Blades that store on his back in either mode, and pop-out jointed forearm blasters. A rarity for the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'', Optimus Primal has no [[5 mm post|5 mm]] ports barring his hands, making him largely incompatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]. However, he still features 3 mm posts at the end of his blaster tips, as well as his buttflap; helping to replicate his "Primejets" from the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon. His hands also feature articulated fingers along with a thumb molded to approximate the 5 mm peghole, although due to this he cannot hold both Cyber Blades in one hand as the original figure could.<br />
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:Stock renders cast his robot mode feet in a more show-accurate grey. Hasbro stock photography (right) is mistransformed, with the robot mode's shoulder cannons still extended on the gorilla's shoulders. Some pictures also pose his gorilla legs in a way that makes the flap of thigh-covering [[kibble]] appear like a loincloth, when it can plug into his [[flight stand]] port to sit flush with the legs for a natural appearance. Optimus Primal also comes packaged with his shoulder cannons deployed, although they can be folded away in robot mode. Some specimens have silver paint on the Cyber Blades, others are off-white. It is not known which [[variant]] is more common.<br />
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:Due to insufficient clearance in his waist area, it is ''very'' easy to scrape off the white paint on top of his inner thigh from simply manipulating the figure. The most permanent solution would be to disassemble the the waist and shave down the contacting surfaces.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/optimus-primal-anti-scraping-mod.1209685/ ''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal Anti-Paint Scraping Modification]</ref> Otherwise, exercise lots of caution when moving his hips. <br />
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:Like all ''Kingdom'' Voyager figures, Optimus Primal comes with a [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] card that "[[Source:Golden Disk destinies|reveals a possible destiny of a key character]]", with each character having three possible destiny variants. <br />
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[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-KD-EX-Burning-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Burning Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2023]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-EX'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[April 1]], 2024<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
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:Released to promote the ''Rise of the Beasts'' movie, this Optimus Primal is a redeco of the ''Kingdom'' Voyager Class figure in his "Burning Convoy" form.<br />
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:Burning Optimus Primal is available as a Lawson Ticket exclusive item, where the customers must buy the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts|movie's]] special ticket along with the figure. He is also sold individually, unlike his unlucky wavemate [[Nemesis_Prime_(AOE)#Studio_Series|Nemesis Prime]]. <br />
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===<br />
[[File:WFCNetflixtoy-Maximal-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| Reject 1984; Return to Munky]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Battle 2-pack, [[2021]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''WFC-19'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[December 29]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
: Netflix Optimus Primal is a minor redeco of the Kingdom figure, with the only major differences being show accurate grey feet, lighter eyes in beast mode, and all-around darker colours. Gunmetal replaces all light silver on the figure and light silver replaces the metallic blue on the inner chest section. Primal is packaged with a similarly redecoed [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Rattrap]] figure.<br />
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:In addition to same the paint-scraping hips as before, his hands are now almost completely covered in black paint, and paint in the 5mm palms can wear off over time.<br />
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===''Vintage Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:Vintage-Beast-Wars-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| You have seen this toy ''so many times'' on this page.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Reissue, 2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:In celebration of the 25th anniversary of ''Beast Wars'', the original 1996 Ultra Class Optimus Primal was reissued under the ''[[Vintage|Vintage Beast Wars]]'' lineup. Optimus Primal features all the same accessories and functionality as the latest mold use of the original toy but differs slightly in deco, having a slate blue instead of regular blue for the missiles, swords, and mace handle. The front and back of the head are now cast in gray plastic, painted dark metallic blue and the faceplate is then ''painted'' flat gray over that—as opposed to the original, where the back was cast in red plastic and the front was flat gray plastic with the helmet painted blue. The lack of bare red plastic on the back of the head affects the look of the mutant face in its intended configuration, where it's rotated to form the forehead. The robot mode chest is also lacking any inner red paint applications from the original.<br />
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:Much like ''[[Vintage|Vintage G1]]'', Optimus Primal is packaged in a box styled after the original ''Beast Wars'' toy packaging, [[package art]] and all. Also similar to ''Vintage G1'', the time disparity since the original release has the toy reasonably set at over double the price of the toy's 1996 release, $52.99 USD versus $20, and is exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the United States and Canada. Due to accommodating multiple languages, the bio card is also rather drastically changed, including using a silhouette of 2007 ''[[Movie (franchise)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime's]] head for the intelligence. The [[cross-sell]] for [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Cheetor]] and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Rattrap]] label them both inaccurately as Mega Class figures, instead of Deluxe Class and Basic Class, respectively (though both ''are'' priced the same).<br />
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===''Classic Heroes Team''===<br />
[[File:Classic Heroes Team Rescan Optimus Primal toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (All Star Rescan, [[2022]])<br />
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: ''[[Transformers: Classic Heroes Team|Classic Heroes Team]]'' Optimus Primal is a ''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (toyline)|Rescue Bots]]''-style Rescan figure, featuring a simple conversion from gorilla to robot mode. He features a pair of (non-firing) missile launchers on his back in both modes.<br />
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: Somewhat of a rarity among ''Transformers'' toys, both the toy itself and its packaging lack insignias or any kind of mention to what faction the character belongs to.<br />
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===''Authentics''===<br />
[[File:TF-Authentic-Titan-Changers-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''King Kong Adventure Phock''.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Changer, 2022)<br />
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:''Authentics'' Titan Changer Optimus Primal is a 28cm figure with a very simple conversion from robot to gorilla.<br />
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:The toy was first [https://www.thetoyshop.com/action-toys-figures/action-figures/Transformers-Titan-Changers---Optimus-Primal-28cm-Figure/p/560587_PRMAL listed at thetoyshop.com], without any fanfare.<br />
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[[File:TF-Authentics-Bravo-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Bravo, 2023)<br />
**Accessories: 2 Blasters<br />
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:Released in the sixth wave of [[Transformers Authentics|''Authentics'']] "Bravo" figures, Optimus Primal is a smaller version (about the size of the regular Legends/Core Class) of the character, and transforms into a gorilla. He comes with two blasters that he can hold, mount on his robot mode shoulders, or mount on his back in gorilla mode. Unlike most of the "Bravo" figures, Primal features fairly decent articulation.<br />
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:The figure was first sighted in Taiwan.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Again''===<br />
[[File:TF-BW-Vintage-JP-BWVS-01-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|'''Bugs Bunny:''' "Take one more step on that rope and I'll cut it!" <br/> '''Primal:''' *''pulls the entire continent over to him''*]]<br />
*'''Kōkyū Beast no Taiketsu''' ([[August 26]], [[2023]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BWVS-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Sabers"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]] (packaging artist)}}<br />
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:Released as part of the ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers Again|Beast Wars Again]]'' line, the "Eternal Beast Showdown" (恒久ビーストの対決) set contains Convoy and [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Again|Megatron]]. Convoy is a redeco of [[#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal]] in a slavishly cartoon-accurate deco based on his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon. Unlike the previous two uses of the mold, this version of Primal solves the paint-scraping hip issue by molding the thighs themselves in white plastic, instead painting the gorilla fur details on the outsides of the thighs black.<br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
===''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''===<br />
*'''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''' (1996)<br />
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:Released to advertise ''Beast Wars<nowiki>'</nowiki>'' airing in Japan, a small, hand-held slide-puzzle depicting Optimus Primal in robot mode, brandishing a sword, one arm cannon deployed, and looking very dynamic.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalmutatingcard.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)<br />
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:Optimus Primal was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game|card game]].<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''===<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''' (1997)<br />
: A pair of red, black and white sneakers, with the ''Beast Wars'' logo printed on the sole, a photo of Primal's beast mode head on the toe, and the name "OPTIMUS PRIMAL" repeated around the shoe's lateral.<br />
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===Kabaya===<br />
[[File:BWchoco primal.jpg|thumb|Grape ape.]]<br />
*'''Convoy vs Megatron''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
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:Part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Choco|Beast Wars Choco]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s, this small soft-rubber figurine of Optimus Primal—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''—came in a set with a similar figure of Megatron, along with a bio card and candy-covered chocolates. The figures were available in either translucent purple or smoky grey rubber.<br />
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[[File:Bwgum primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Little Apetimus Prime]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Mace, two swords<br />
:A snap together model kit of Optimus Primal was available as part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Gum|Beast Wars Gum]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s. Based on his original Ultra-class gorilla toy, the kit was sculpted from purple and black plastic with some sparse stickers for details, and could transform from robot to beast mode by being broken down into its component parts, then rebuilt into a new mode. It came with a stick of gum.<br />
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* '''Convoy''' (1997)<br />
: A nontransformable figurine of bat-body Primal, sculpted in a sword-wielding action pose across a blue base. Figure is painted. <br />
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* '''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
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: A tiny plastic Convoy figurine in his gorilla body and molded onto an irregularly-shaped stand was released by Kabaya. Labeled toy 1 of 6, the other characters in his wave were Dinobot, Rattrap, Megatron, Cheetor, and Rhinox. As always, terrible candy is included.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: Another small transformable figure was based on his first Transmetal body. It was multicolored and also came with gum.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: A second, but non-transformable figure of Transmetal Optimus Primal was made in clear plastic, blue, and gray. Gum!<br />
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===''1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair''===<br />
[[File:BW-Metals-Convoy-Clear-Type-Figure.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|There's two and they're blue, with a back-view showing details just for you!]]<br />
*'''Metals Convoy Clear-Type Figure''' (Toei Anime Fair present, 1999)<br />
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: Released along with Arthur from the ''[[Microman|Tiny Giant Microman]]'' anime, this Metals Convoy figurine is a small, rubbery, transparent light-blue figurine based on his Transmetal form.<br />
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: Each figurine was packed in a semi-translucent-gray baggie, sealed with a single piece of tape. Included inside the baggie was also a sheet of paper with warnings and choking hazards on it.<br />
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: He and Arthur were available for the boy's section of the pre-screening purchase of the ''[[1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair]]''. Metals Convoy was limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''Metal Monument''===<br />
[[File:Metalmonumentconvoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Pelvic thrust: ON! Hungh!]]<br />
* '''Metal Monument Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
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: As the name suggests, the product is a [[die-cast]] statue of Optimus Primal. The head is convertible/removable in order to change the normal one with the battle mask/mutant head. The [[Package art|box art]] and the design of the product are both done by [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]].<br />
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===''Real Figure''===<br />
[[File:RealFig Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=.88]]<br />
* '''Real Figure Metals Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 shoulder panels<br />
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:A pocket-sized version of Transmetal Optimus Primal was released in Japan by Takara in 1999. The tiny figure is fully transformable from gorilla to robot, though the shoulder panels need to be removed and placed on the gorilla mode sides. The figure is low on articulation, only having movable elbows and knees, though the latter is for his transformation. It lacks the "flying surfboard" mode of the larger toy.<br />
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:This Real Figure is the only one to be transformable, as subsequent releases were merely mini-figures with limited articulation.<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:TitaniumSeries-Primal3inch.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built—it was ''poured!'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (3" Robot Master figurine, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand, swords<br />
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:This 3-inch die-cast and plastic figurine of Optimus Primal features him in his ''Beast Wars'' season 1 appearance, with swords drawn in an action pose. The swords can be removed from his hands if you feel like it. He came with an [[Autobot]] figure stand, weirdly enough.<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===First 4 Figures===<br />
[[File:First 4 Figures Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (<s>2006</s> unreleased)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Henry Cheng]]}}<br />
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:First revealed in 2006 at both the UK<ref>[https://news.tfw2005.com/2006/01/25/first4figures-beast-wars-and-transformers-vs-g-i-joe-statuesbusts-4267 "First4Figures Beast Wars and Transformers VS. G.I. Joe Statues/Busts"] at TFW2005.com</ref> and New York [[Toy Fair]]s,<ref>[https://tformers.com/transformers-/5568/news.html "Toy Fair 2006 - First4Figures TF & GI Joe Statues& Busts"] at tformers.com</ref> this was to be an 8-inch tall resin bust of Optimus Primal released as part of a ''Beast Wars'' tenth anniversary series by model company [[First 4 Figures]]. Primal is depicted from the pelvis and upwards and mounted on a Maximal-themed base, and is sculpted in a style generally accurate to the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon series, though with the all-blue sword of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class toy]] (and a product listing that bizarrely noted an influence from [[Dreamwave Productions]]).<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070214013533/http://www.first4figures.com/exclusivesproduct_detail.asp?range=3&id=40 Optimus Primal product listing on First 4 Figures's website] (archive)</ref><br />
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:Mini busts in the planned ''Beast Wars'' line were designed to reflect the scale of the characters as seen in the cartoon, and each was set to be limited to 1,996 pieces, in a nod to the franchise's year of origin.<ref name=ASM>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070806062058/http://toyfair06.asmzine.com/first4figures/report.html "First4Figures Limited Transformers Statues and Busts Info!"] at ASMzine.com (archived)</ref> Primal was among the first intended to be released (likely ''the'' first, given both finalised stock images and a full product listing) in July 2006, though after a series of delays, he and the rest of the ''Beast Wars'' bust line were cancelled, with First 4 Figures citing a challenging marketplace and lack of retailer interest.<br />
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===''3D Battle-Card Game''===<br />
[[File:3DBattleCard-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|All your favorite 3D action!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2007)<br />
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: A 52-point "rare" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Optimus Primal "transforms" into a black ape. He uses the same parts layout as [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]], [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]], and [[Rampage (G1)|Rampage]], although the figure's beast mode is assembled differently. Optimus Primal is nominally the leader of the Autobots in the set. The surface of the figure uses images of the original Ultra ape toy. <br />
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===''Robot Heroes''===<br />
[[File:Robotheroestarantulasprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Primal mocks Tarantulas's inability to display jazz hands.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Predacon Tarantulas''' (Two-pack, 2008)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', this PVC figurine of Optimus Primal's original gorilla body has articulation in the shoulders and neck. He was available only in a "Beast Wars Series" two-pack with [[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#Robot Heroes|Tarantulas]] (amusingly enough, the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] he also came with in the ''[[MicroVerse]]'' [[Orcanoch#Beast Wars|Orcanoch]] playset).<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Maximal/RHOprimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Robot heroes primal jetstorm.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The next Bio-Force Ape? Only time will tell.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Jetstorm''' (Two-pack, <s>2009</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Optimus Primal would have come with [[Jetstorm (BM)#Robot Heroes|Jetstorm]] in this "Beast Machines Series" set. Like the other later ''Robot Heroes'' waves, this toy was cancelled because retailers only wanted ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' toys. Some managed to trickle out into the wild - the picture seen here comes from an eBay auction. He looks... Unhinged, to say the least.<br />
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===Prime 1 Studio===<br />
====''Premium Masterline''====<br />
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Premium Masterline Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2017)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''PMTFBW-01''' / '''01EX''' (exclusive)<br />
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, battle mask (exclusive)<br />
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:[[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Premium Masterline'' Optimus Primal is a highly detailed statue of Primal's robot mode posing over the bits of a destroyed [[Waspinator (BW)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Waspinator]]. He features LED lights on his eyes.<br />
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:The statue comes with an alternate head with an angry expression. The exclusive version also comes with another head with his face covered by his battle mask.<br />
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:The standard version was limited to 500 pieces, while the exclusive version was limited to 200 pieces.<br />
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====''Cutie1''====<br />
[[File:Cutie1 Optimus Primal Figure.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2022)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''No:058'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand<br />
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:''Cutie1'' Optimus Primal is a soft vinyl figure stylized as a button-eyed doll with chibi proportions.<br />
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===Flame Toys===<br />
====Furai Action====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (June 2021)<br />
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====Furai Model====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (20??)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Akira Amemiya]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===<br />
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[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 Cyber Blades, 2 alternate hands<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Dennis Chan]] (sculptor)}}<br />
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:Released in the fourth wave of the ''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' line, Optimus Primal, 6-inch action figure akin to the ones from the ''[[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] Legends'' and ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] The Black Series'' lines. He features over 30 points of articulation and extensive paint operations in an attempt at [[show-accuracy]].<br />
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:Optimus Primal includes two closed fists, and a pair of open hands to hold his two Cyber Blade accessories; the blades can connect end to end at the hilt to create a double-ended weapon. A blaster is hidden in each of his forearms, which are revealed by pushing underneath his wrists. Additionally, he features a pair of blasters that flip forward over his shoulders.<br />
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:As with all ''R.E.D.'' toys, Optimus Primal was a Walmart exclusive in Canada and the United States, and was later made available on [[Hasbro Pulse]] in limited quantities.<br />
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===''Transformers Character Card''===<br />
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Optimus Primal and Beast Megatron.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) and Megatron (Beast Wars) Set''' ([[April 14]], [[2022]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''15 & 16'''<br />
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:Released as part of the third wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convoy" and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#15|Translation of Optimus Primal's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Beast Wars Convobat and Megalligator.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convobat & Mega<!--spelling on card-->ligator{{sic}} Set''' ([[November 1]] 2022)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''29 & 30'''<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Shōji Imaki]] (illustration)}}<br />
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:Released as part of the fifth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convobat" and [[Megatron (BW)|"Megal<!--spelling on card-->igator"]] (distinct from the separate characters [[Convobat]] and [[Megalligator]]) in their Wave 1 Basic Class bodies along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]]. Optimus Primal is specifically depicted in his "[[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Bat Primal]]" body.<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#29|Translation of Beast Wars Convobat's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
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===Jada Toys===<br />
[[File:JadaNanoMetalfigsSeries2G1BW-18pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]<br />
*'''Transformers Series 2 18-pack''' (4&nbsp;cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)<br />
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], ''Nano Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.<br />
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:He is marketed as an Autobot instead of a Maximal and comes in an impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]].<br />
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*'''Optimus Prime / Bumblebee / Optimus Primal / Megatron''' (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure 4-pack, 2022)<br />
:''Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is a static die-cast figurine of superdeformed proportions. He is available in a 4-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Bumblebee]] and [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Megatron]].<br />
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===''ReAction''===<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2)<br />
<br />
: Released in the seventh wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[Super7#ReAction|ReAction]]'' Optimus Primal is a non-converting figure based on his original [[Mainframe]] [[character model]], with 5 points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips). He includes his two curved swords. <br />
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: Optimus Primal comes packaged on a small cardback that mixes the design of the original ''Beast Wars'' packaging with some nostalgic elements resembling [[Kenner]]'s ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.<br />
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*'''Hyper Steel Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2), spark<br />
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: This redeco of ''ReAction'' Optimus Primal now features translucent black plastic and a new accessory representing a floating [[spark]]. This piece was [[exclusive]] to [[Target]].<br />
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===Diamond Select===<br />
[[File:DiamondSelectPrimal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
<br />
:Produced by [[Diamond Select]], this "Milestone" statue of Optimus Primal represents his season 1 body. The statue stands 14 inches tall and is posed to look as though it were suspended in midair by Primal's jet exhaust. Only 1,000 were produced, with an MSRP of $500. <br />
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==Notes==<br />
[[File:Manta ray bw toy.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb]]<br />
* Early in ''Beast Wars'' development, Hasbro conceived manta ray toys of "Optimus Prime" (before the cartoon made Primal a separate character) to go with "Megatron" as a sea turtle. The resulting [[McDonald's]] toy (at right) diverged in the final stage to become the separate character [[Manta Ray (BW)|Manta Ray]].<br />
* In addition to the bat and manta concepts, Hasbro also conceived of an "Optimus Prime" lion retool of "[[Prowl (G1)/toys#Notes|Prowl]]", the early form of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]] which spun off to become [[Panther]]. While the lion McDonald's toy did not come to fruition, the concept may have inspired Takara to create [[Lio Convoy]].<br />
* The design of Optimus Primal's bat form is an [[homage]] to [[Batman]], an action figure license also held at the time by [[Kenner]].<ref>Page 78, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* According to Bob Forward at a BotCon panel, the "Flight Mode" Primal has in the first season of the ''Beast Wars'' animation is a vestigial reference to the bat-form, the concept being that Primal and Megatron would each have had 4(!) modes, able to transform freely between them. This was ultimately considered too difficult to animate, and the concept was dropped, Primal's "Prime Jets" being a way to prevent re-writing the flight-related parts of the scripts. <br />
* Primal's gorilla mode, paired against [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s ''T. rex'' mode, was inspired by the showdown in the film ''[[King Kong]]''.<ref>[http://obscuretf.com/hhk/BC04interviews.html Botcon 2004 Interview with Vinnie D'Alleva], p2</ref><br />
* According to the control art of Optimus Primal's first gorilla toy, his chest originally seemed to be a kind of launcher instead of being an homage to the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]].<ref>Page 50, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* The Basic class bat Optimus Primal toy, named "Convobat" in Japan, was homaged in the [[2016]] [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] toy, which is characterized as a separate individual from Optimus Primal.<br />
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Optimus Primal (BW)/toys
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[[File:Optimus Primal toys.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey see, Monkey screw you up!]]<br />
'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]]''' has had a barrel full of toys. None of them [[Optimus Minor|monkeys]]!<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:BWtoy-Primalbat.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cheetor. ''Cheetor.'' I'm Batman.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron!''' (Basic Class versus two-pack, 1996)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Amazon no Taiketsu: Convobat VS Megalligator'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''VS-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:The first ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'' Optimus Primal was a Basic Class blue bat which could autotransform into a robot by pulling the tail. Two swords were removable from under its wings for use as weaponry in [[robot mode]]. In the [[Hasbro]] line, he was packaged along with an [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|alligator version of Megatron]] and a [[Optimus Primal vs Megatron!|''Beast Wars'' mini-comic]]. The Japanese release of the two-pack, dubbed "Amazon Showdown" (アマゾンの対決 ''Amazon no Taiketsu''), lacks the comic, but does come with individual character bio cards.<br />
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:Whether this toy can be considered the Optimus Primal character is a matter of debate. Released before the animated series began, which established Optimus Primal as a separate entity from Optimus Prime, the accompanying profiles and mini-comic imply that the Beast Wars are a direct progression of the Autobot/Decepticon war. Whether the animated series's [[retcon]] affected this set of toys is probably a matter of personal preference. It can be interpreted as representing one of the more interesting micro-continuities.<br />
<br />
:The 2007 ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook]]'' asserted that, in [[Beast Wars timeline (IDW)|IDW's version of the ''Beast Wars'' continuity]], Primal's bat form was suggested by the ''Axalon''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer as a potential alt mode, but he rejected it in favour of the more powerful gorilla without ever actually reformatting into it. Thus, this [[micro-continuity]] posits bat mode Primal as an essentially theoretical alt-form that never actually came to be.<br />
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:This mold was also used to make the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#VSS1|Optimus Prime-recolored Convobat]] (explicitly identified as Optimus Prime), the separate individual [[Convobat#Toys|Convobat]], [[Onyx Primal#Toys|Onyx Primal]] as well as inspire the comic character [[Nyx]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimalBat/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (bat) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Optimusprimaltoyultraape.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Yes, missiles come out of his butt.]]<br />
[[File:Prizeprimals.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Brass monkeys.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 1996/1997/1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 "spinal swords", 4 "mega-blast missiles", "mace whip"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: The second Optimus Primal toy was an ape in the Ultra size class. Though the transformation from primate to humanoid was a relatively simplistic one, the toy compensated with more than a fair share of weaponry and action features. A compartment on his right forearm opened to reveal a skull-shaped "mace whip" he could hold in his fist. His left forearm could open into a double-barreled "mega-blast missile" launcher. On his back were two more spring-loaded "mega-blast missile cannons"/launchers which auto-flipped over each shoulder. By pulling a lever in the center of his back, both arms would either spin at the bicep or bend in and out at the elbow, depending on the placement of notch-buttons located on either bicep. This gimmick was shown to be an effort to simulate a gorilla beating its chest while Optimus was in [[beast mode]], but could also be used in robot mode, making him swing his weapons wildly before himself. And finally, like many first-year ''Beast Wars'' toys, a battle mask/"[[mutant head]]" could be deployed over his robot head. The mask is attached to a turntable around the neck, meaning it can either be deployed over Primal's face (with the forehead vent visible) or covering the back of his head, with the red plastic showing through to create a different look and the antenna folded down to make tusks (the intended configuration as per Primal's concept art<ref>[https://www.tfraw.com/p/beast-wars-concept.html?m=1 "Beast Wars Toy Concept Designs" on TFRaw]</ref>).<br />
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:The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Black Jack" for the Italian market, whereas the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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:Takara released the toy under the name of "Convoy" as part of their ''Beast Wars'' line in July of 1997, nearly identical to the Hasbro version. The missiles for the Takara version are thinner and simpler than the original Hasbro version, and would be used in all subsequent releases of the sculpt.<br />
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:This sculpt was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Optimus Primal and [[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]] DX Convoy, and [[retool]]ed into ''Beast Wars Reborn''/''Beast Wars Tenth Anniversary'' versus pack Optimus Primal. Takara also created multiple special variants, including all-gold (from ''[[TV Magazine]]'', only ten awarded), red body with gray head & chest plate (''TV Magazine'' again, but only twenty pieces for lucky draw), and blue-fur (a ''[[Comic Bom Bom]]'' design-contest prize, only thirty awarded).<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (gorilla) at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Convobat''' (Basic, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
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: "Convobat" was also available in Japan as a single boxed toy. This release is identical to the two-pack version.<br />
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: This toy would go without Japanese market fiction until all the way in [[2021]], when it was [[Scorching Heat Showdown|finally characterized...]] as a [[Convobat#Beast Wars|yet third guy.]] [[Megalligator#Beast Wars|At least they're symmetrical now.]]<br />
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[[File:BW-toy VS01 Convoy Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Megatron, master of manspreading.]]<br />
*'''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu: Convoy VS Megatron''' (VS pack, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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:In Japan, Ultra "Convoy" was available both individually and in a ''very large'' "Strongest Beast Showdown" (最強ビーストの対決 ''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu'') two-pack with Ultra [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS1|Megatron]].<br />
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: Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
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[[File:BW Biocombat Ani Mutants Orcanoch.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
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:In Europe, the ''Beast Wars''-branded ''[[MicroVerse]]'' playsets (see below) were released solely as ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' (English/Spanish/Italian packaging) or ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' (French/Dutch/German packaging) products.<br />
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:This release is entirely identical to the [[#MicroVerse|US ''MicroVerse'' release]] of the toy, aside from the packaging and the branding.<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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:In January of 1998, Takara released a redeco of the Ultra Optimus Primal toy as '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ リアルグレータイプ), changing the black to dark gray, the blue eyes of Gorilla to red, and the blue to metallic blue, although the packaging was the same as the original release save for a sticker on the front of the box. According to the sticker, this limited figure was meant to celebrate the "20,000,000 Unit Breakthrough Commemoration"—apparently commemorating ''20 million'' units of Beast Wars toys sold. Whether this was supposed to represent 20 million worldwide or just in Japan is unclear.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Special Convoy Real Gray Type at TFU.info (scroll down)]''<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (1998?)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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: A [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] redeco of the Ultra figure, '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ スケルトンタイプ) was colorless-clear and black with silver paint detailing. The packaging was the same as the general release except for a sticker on the front of the box.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ClearConvoy/clearconvoy.htm More information on Special Convoy Skeleton Type at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BW-toy OptimusPrimalBurning.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Grape Ape's lesser-known cousin Cherry Ape. Currently an insurance broker in Oak Park, Illinois.]]<br />
* '''Burning Convoy''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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: A Takara redeco of the Ultra Class Primal toy in almost entirely semitransparent red plastic with with metallic gold "flame" markings on his fists and gorilla-mode chest.<br />
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: He was released as a limited-edition figure to promote the [[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|''Beast Wars Special'' movie]], alongside the [[Lio Convoy#Flash|Flash Lio Convoy]] toy. As with the above "Skeleton Type" toy, his packaging and paperwork is identical to the regular retail release; only a sticker on the box window was added to mark the special release.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-PrimalTM.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|Check out those abs!]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: [[Transmetal]] Optimus Primal is a mechanical gorilla that transforms into a partially organic robot. Like all Transmetals, it featured chromed plastic and a third vehicle-inspired mode. In Primal's case, his gorilla mode could transform into a gorilla on a [[hoverboard]]. Two maces were stored on his back and could double as missiles for his hip-holstered blaster.<br />
<br />
:Continuing a trend from Generation 1 where Italian releases of toys representing the same characters as previous toys released under the same name were sometimes given names that didn't reflect the Italian market names of those previous releases, the European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Metal Gorilla" for the Italian market. Like with the Ultra figure, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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: Some units feature a chromed purple variant for the Beast Mode chest.<br />
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: [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s version of the toy exchanged the brown plastic for translucent maroon; other changes included additional paint on the waist and a different eye color. The figure was also available in a set with Transmetal Megatron.<br />
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: This mold was used to make [[Apelinq (BM)#Toys|Apelinq]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Transmetal Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-OpOp.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|It's really about two modes, not four, if you're honest.]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (Super Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Powered Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-47'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' One gun, four missiles, six break-away armor plates<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro)|[[Daniel Sanfilippo]] (deco artist), [[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: Transmetal Optimal Optimus was the first toy in the Super size class, featuring electronics and four transformations: robot, ape, jet, and armored transport. When a back section of the cannon module was pulled, the eyes and shoulder-mounted missile launchers lit up and the launchers fired. It came with four missiles, two of which stored on its legs. Its forearms featured blast-away armor plates that could also be pegged to its upper arms. His cockpit perfectly fits a [[MicroVerse]] figure in the seat.<br />
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: Optimal Optimus's on-package [[bio]] states that he has Cybertronian "air guardian" technology and twin scramjet modules, most likely in reference to [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], whose function was Air Guardian, and his Tech Specs said he had these same scramjet modules.<br />
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: The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the most bizarre choice for the additional alternate name for the Italian market yet, naming ''this'' figure "Optimus Primal" (!). Once again, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimal Optimus" just like the United States version.<br />
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: This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' character [[Optimal]]. This sculpt was also used to make [[Primal Prime]], with a redesign that had separate triggers for the missile-lighting and missile-launching so users would be less likely to shoot themselves in the eye. This body was also the template for [[Megatron (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Megatron]]'s (non-toy) "Optimal" body, seen in "[[Endgame Pt. III: Seeds of the Future]]".<br />
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: The Japanese version features several deco changes including: a more yellow shade of orange, no blue paint on the helmet in robot mode, and black tires instead of purple. Also, the translucent missiles are molded slightly differently. This changed mold was also used by Primal Prime.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimalOptimus/optimaloptimus.htm More information on Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Fateful Showdown: Metals Convoy VS Metals Megatron''' (VS pack, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: In Japan, Metals Convoy was available both individually and in a "Fateful Showdown" (宿命の対決 ''Shukumei no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS40|Metals Megatron]]. Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
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: As mentioned below, this two-pack saw a variant release using the Gold Convoy and Silver Megatron toys in their place. While the figures inside the packaging were different, the packaging remained the same.<br />
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[[File:GoldConvoySilverMegatron.jpg|upright=0.6|thumb|"Oh? You're approaching me? Instead of running away, you come right to me?"]]<br />
*'''Gold Metals Convoy''' (Lucky Draw, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
<br />
: A gold version of Metals Convoy was made available as a [[Lucky Draw]] figure. Five were produced for individual sale, while more were made available in a variant of the above VS pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Silver Megatron]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=ゴールドコンボイ<br />
シルバーメガトロン(各5名)<br />
此方は単品箱版となっており他にもVS-40 宿命の対決セットで同仕様のモノが他雑誌でプレゼントされている(後々紹介予定)。セット版は秋葉原まんだらけやヤフオク等で長期に渡って販売されていたので見たことある方も多いのでは？|link= https://web.archive.org/web/20210710054142/https://twitter.com/kongoriki/status/900705968043868160|name=Kongoriki|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=08|day=24|(defunct=no)}}</ref><br />
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<!-- [[File:PioneerPrimal.jpg|upright=1.2|thumb|"Buy my DVDs".]] Hiding image until a better one can be sourced.--><br />
*'''Silver Metals Convoy''' (DVD pack-in, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
<br />
: Often referred to among the fandom as "Pioneer Primal", Silver Metals Convoy was available via an offer on a ''Beast Wars'' Pioneer DVD. The figure swaps out the blue chrome for silver and places the word "Cybertron" with "Pioneer" on his beast mode chest. Silver Metals Convoy was only limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''MicroVerse''===<br />
[[File:BWMicroversetoy-Primal.jpg|100px|thumb|Seamunky?]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
**''Series'': '''''Beast Wars: Transformers'''''<br />
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: Part of the short-lived ''[[MicroVerse]]'' toyline (from before [[Hasbro]]'s acquisition of rival [[Galoob]] and their micro-toy empire), [[Orcanoch]] transforms into a Maximal base. It came with tiny, non-transforming versions of Optimus Primal and [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]]. These figures were designed to sit in the various mini-vehicles and control modules of the ''MicroVerse'' playsets.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''MicroVerse'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Machines''===<br />
[[File:BM-toy OpPrimalDx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am the exact opposite of show-accurate.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Deluxe Class, 2000)<br />
**''Accessories'': Energy [[shuriken]]<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: The first ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Optimus Primal is a dark bronze and translucent blue technorganic gorilla that transforms into a technorganic robot. Based on early concept art, he has a...loose relationship to show accuracy, with a skeletal beast mode face and entirely different arms. Thankfully his gimmicks ''are'' more or less accurate. His right robot mode arm is spring-loaded to throw the shuriken that stores in his left leg (the ape mode's left shoulder). Like all ''Beast Machines'' toys, he has a hidden "[[spark crystal]]" that displays his faction allegiance; Primal's is in his chest, revealed with the spring-loaded "flexing" motion that also moves his beast mode face up for snarling while posing. His robot mode head also features a changing expression via sliding brow/skullcap.<br />
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: Official [[Hasbro]] stock photography of this toy shows a differently-molded shuriken, lacking the "energy flame" effect.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (Deluxe) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMcD.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey play in the Jungle''<br>''Robot work in the Factory''<br>''They will have a Giant Rumble''!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Happy Meal toy, 2000)<br />
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: McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly simple toy that transforms from a technorganic robot to technorganic ape. Its sculpted detail is based directly that of the television show's model for Primal. It uses translucent plastic for the body, and, like the other McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' toys, there's a sculpted spark crystal on the toy's surface; on Optimus Primal, it is placed on the stomach. Additionally, there are two organic flaps on the toy's back, and in robot mode, nobody's entirely sure exactly what to do with them. Are they rotated all the way down to make his booster jets? Are they rotated out to the sides to make the backs of his shoulder pads? Are they rotated back to where they go in gorilla mode, once you get his heads swapped? We may never know. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/McOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (McDonald's) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMega.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey mates in the Jungle''<br>''Robot replicated in Factory''<br>''They both love their Mother''<br>''Why must they hate each other''?]]<br />
*'''Blast Punch Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class, 2001)<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:One of the last toys released in the ''Beast Machines'' line (under the "Battle for the Spark" rebranding), "Blast Punch" Optimus Primal transforms into a technorganic gorilla more like the show model, though with a considerably brighter color scheme. His main [[gimmick]] is his left arm, which contains a hidden missile launcher. Pushing down on his shoulder armor "winds" the mechanism in his gauntlet. Pushing the spark crystal on his bicep spins his gauntlet around, simultaneously triggering the spring-loaded missile launcher and activating his spring-loaded ramming "blast punch" action, extending his fist forward nearly a full inch. He also has hidden jet thrusters under a panel on his back. In beast mode, a small button on the top of his head pushes his upper face up in a "snarling" action.<br />
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:Due to the small size of the two gears used to rotate the forearm, manually transforming Optimus's left arm can damage the gimmick to the point of no longer working. The soft plastic used in the gears prevents them from crumbling apart and allowing them to be glued to the pin, but damage can be prevented by using the wind-up mechanism exclusively to transform the arm. If it must be moved by hand, turning the forearm in the same direction as the motor allow the larger gears to safely ratchet to minimize damage.<br />
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:Blast Punch Optimus Primal was [[#Beast Wars Returns|the only Japanese release]] of a ''Beast Machines'' toy of Primal, with the only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (Jollibee Kids Meal, 2009)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Pen Keeper<br />
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: Optimus Primal was available as one of three figures in a [[Jollibee]] promotion. The toy is a greatly simplified version of his ''Beast Machines'' Deluxe toy.<br />
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===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===<br />
[[File:RIDtoy-Suprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey versus robot!]]<br />
* '''Air Attack Optimus Primal''' (Supreme Class, 2002)<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:Intended for release in the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' toyline, Air Attack Optimus Primal was eventually released as a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] as part of the ''Robots in Disguise'' toyline. Positively oozing light-and-sound gimmicks in both modes, Optimus Primal does ''all'' sorts'a crazy crap, all of which is first activated by pressing his chest plate. Doing so "turns on" his electronics with a metallic shrieking noise, and the toy proceeds to hum constantly while the chest glows with a red LED. The electronics will eventually "turn off" if the toy is left idle, but you don't want to do that! You want to push his head (in either mode), which activates glowing lights in his eyes and actual speech samples of [[Garry Chalk]] from the ''Beast Machines'' cartoon (making Primal the first English-speaking ''Transformers'' toy to have speech clips performed by his actual cartoon voice actor). On top of that, the toy also features a pressure-launching disc-shooter in its robot mode stomach (accompanied by blasting sound effect), and a geared right arm with a spring-loaded punch action (and suitably pained electronic grunt). <br />
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:The ''big'' feature— the one that gives the toy its name— is his jetpack, which pops out (with translucent blue jet flames trailing behind) at the push of a button. This puts the toy into "flight mode", and it constantly produces the sound of whooshing jets, which then rises and falls depending on how the figure is held. Tilt him upwards, and the pitch rises as he ascends! Tilt him down, and ''zoom!'' When the jetpack is not deployed, the jet flames are folded up and form Primal's backplate, with the flame blast effect details being repurposed as ape fur.<br />
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:Also, he has a butt on his head.<br />
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:The [[Gold_Plastic_Syndrome|sparkly brown plastic]] in this figure's chest and legs is prone to breaking.<br />
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:The toy's packaging features both an Autobot and Maximal insignia. The Maximal symbol used, however, is the one used during the "Beast Wars" rather than the one from "Beast Machines", the toyline this toy was meant to be part of.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan on [[August 8]], 2002 as a Toys"R"Us-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Maximal/SupremeOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Air Attack Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Universe'' (2003)===<br />
[[File:Universe2003toy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Kinda looks like Don Rickles, don't you think?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 2003)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:A redeco of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal]] mold, with a color scheme that reflects the "infected" look several other toys were sporting in this line, reflecting the events taking place in-fiction. He retains all weapons and gimmicks of the previous releases of this mold, but with a reworked system for his arm mechanism, making his crazy arm swinging much more controlled.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan in [[August]], 2003 as an [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
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:This deco was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' incarnation of [[Optimus Primal (BWSG)|Optimus Primal]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Universe Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Robotmasters''===<br />
[[File:RMtoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There he is, my littler guy.]]<br />
*'''Beast Convoy''' ([[August 5]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-11'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile<br />
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:Part of the second wave of ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)#Toys|Robotmasters]]'' toys, Beast Convoy is a more [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] mold primarily based upon the original Ultra Class Optimus Primal figure, and using the original Ultra Class toy's color scheme. The mouthplate features an engraved mouth, although it is painted silver like the rest of the face, and lacks the Mutant Head from the original figure. <br />
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:Both forearms contain small, non-firing cannons in them (and thus a skull mace is not included), which can be revealed by flipping up the panels on his arms. Similarly, the missile launchers from the Ultra-class version of the toy have been replaced by non-firing cannons based more closely on the ones from the TV show. <br />
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:Beast Convoy features open-palmed hands, thus preventing him from holding both of his swords in the same hand, but a small connector-piece is included to connect the swords together, allowing Beast Convoy to hold the lower sword with the upper sword connected. <br />
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:Like [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Robotmasters|Beast Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Robotmasters|G1 Convoy]], Beast Convoy comes with a generic blue missile launcher which can fit in his palm. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Burning Beast Convoy''' ([[December 28]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-21'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", missile launcher, missile<br />
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:A recolor of the above Beast Convoy mold, this toy uses the "Burning Convoy" color scheme from the ''Beast Wars II'' movie from where he partnered with Lio Convoy, turning them into Burning Convoy and Flash Lio Convoy respectively. This release did ''not'' include the tiny sword connector part.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Beast Convoy Limited Black Version''' (2005)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile, "Boost Hammer"<br />
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: Available only via mail order through ''Hobby Japan'' magazine, the "Limited Black Version" of Beast Convoy is just that: a straight [[black repaint]] of the Beast Convoy toy. He comes with all his original accessories, appropriately redecoed, as well as a gold-chromed version of the "[[Boost Hammer]]" [[solitarium]] weapon that came with [[Wrecker Hook]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HHBeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy Limited Black Version at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars Returns''===<br />
*'''Convoy''' ([[November 18]], [[2004]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
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:The Mega Class [[#BlastPunch|Blast Punch Optimus Primal]] toy was released in Japan in 2004 as "Convoy" as part of the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)#Japan|Beast Wars Returns]]'' line, exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores. The only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalbwx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Surf monkey / That funky monkey'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Beast Wars 10th Anniversary, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key, ''Axalon'' figurine<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] and [[Marcelo Matere]] (concept art)}}<br />
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: ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]'' Optimus Primal is based loosely on his original ultra ape action figure while pulling some elements from other figures, including a transformation very similar to the Playskool Go-Bot [[Beast-Bot|Gorillabot]], which itself was a nod to Optimus Primal's ''Beast Machines'' form. The sculpts for both BWX leader toys were intentionally designed to blend in with the Jungle Planet aesthetic, "in case" they didn't get a Beast Wars Anniversary release (according to [[Aaron Archer]]'s statements at [[BotCon 2005]]).<br />
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:Similar to his Transmetal form, BWX Optimus Primal also comes with a hoverboard with two [[5 mm post|5mm post]]s at the base, allowing him to ride it in his gorilla mode, or hold it in robot mode via the 5mm posts on his robot palms/gorilla feet. When a [[Cyber Key]] is inserted at the rear of the board, a spring-loaded extending "assault blade" (or "( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) lt blade" as the instructions call it) deploys, and a trigger is revealed to allow one to use the spring-loaded missile launcher at the tip.<br />
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:He is also packaged with a mini-comic-sized reprinting of [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers, Beast Wars: The Gathering|The Gathering]]'' #1, a small [[Axalon (BW)#Toys|''Axalon'']] ship figurine, and a [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]]-style Cyber Key.<br />
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:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|Optimus Prime]], [[BotCon 2014]] [[Apelinq (BM)|Apelinq]] and [[Primal Prime]], and ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#United|Optimus Primal]]. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on 10th Anniversary Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This Toys"R"Us-exclusive set is the Hasbro release of the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' set (see below), but in different packaging with a DVD of the ''Beast Wars'' episode "[[Possession]]". As such, this version of Optimus Primal is identical.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TRUOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (Toys"R"Us Exclusive) at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars Reborn''===<br />
[[File:BWReborntoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The eighth Optimus of the world... PRIMAL!]]<br />
* '''Convoy vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BWR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This release is a [[retool]] of the original 1996 Ultra toy, with new beast and robot heads, plus a new robot chest piece sculpted to match the television series's portrayal. The color scheme was also altered to be show-accurate, changing the black to dark gray, much of the light gray to medium gray with hints of bronze, primary red to crimson, and blue to a more dull steel blue. All of the toy's previous [[gimmick]]s are retained with the sole exception of the "mutant head." <br />
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:This figure came packaged with a similarly-remolded [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Reborn|Megatron]] and a [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] CD-ROM that contains control art for a number of ''Beast Wars'' toys.<br />
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===''G-2''===<br />
{{anchor|LaserOptimusPrime}}<br />
[[File:LaserPrime reissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Argh TFWiki headache.]]<br />
* '''Battle Convoy''' (Reissue, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TRF-13'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Laser rifle, sword, 5 discs, 3 air power missiles, ripple rocket launcher, 10 rockets<br />
{{repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
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:In 1995, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Optimus Prime]] was a new [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'']] mold that transformed into mid-1990s Western Star 4964EX, pulling a grey and black fuel tank trailer. On the sides of the trailer is a humorous sticker depicting Laser Optimus Prime using a flamethrower to burn down a forest, with the words "Optimus Prime Octane" over the image.<br />
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:In robot mode, like Hero Optimus Prime, the bottom of the truck became his familiar windowed chest based upon the original Optimus Prime toy. His main gimmick was light up LED headlights, and a [[light-piping|lightpipe]] in the bottom of his right fist, illuminated by an LED in his right forearm, that would illuminate his clear sword or his double-barreled rifle if they were used in that hand. All three LEDs were activated simultaneously by pressing the sunroof-like depression on the roof of the truck.<br />
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:The trailer unfolds to form a battle station bristling with many firing weapons. Primarily, it can fire an air-powered missile launcher, a ripple rocket launcher with 5 missiles that can be launched individually (this turret can also be mounted in Laser Prime's hand) and a 'disc launcher', that fired several blue plastic discs adorned with the ''Generation 2'' Autobot sigil. This disc launcher is the only weapon that can be used in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]].<br />
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:This mold was redecoed in 2000 as ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' [[Scourge (RID)#Toys|Black Convoy]], and slightly retooled as Scourge. After Scourge, the next use of this mold was planned to be ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Toxitron (Universe)#Toys|Toxitron]], which ended up being canceled. The slightly retooled version of this mold was released in 2006 in Japan as reissue Battle Convoy, which was the name of this toy during the Japanese ''Generation 2''. The reissue used the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] modified tooling, with a slightly modified deco using silver vacuum-metallized plastic on his chest and trailer sides along with additional paint applications and G2 symbols. The mold was also redecoed to create a ''Generation 2'' version of [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Ultra Magnus]] as an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive. <br />
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:Within the ''[[Beast Wars Reborn]]'' text story, the reissued Laser Prime toy was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as a temporary form for Optimus Primal.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Laser Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Timelines''===<br />
[[File:Timelinestoy-PrimalDoFP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Trukk munky?]]<br />
* '''Dawn of Future's Past''' ([[BotCon 2006]] boxset)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, Maximal [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] key<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Moore]] (concept artist)}}<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Here's a closer look at the Optimus Primal photoshopped concept, alongside with the final version. This one stayed really close all the way through to production. Cybertron was my only real choice for obvious reasons. I have a test shot of this figure to..|link=https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581|site=Twitter|name=Joe Moore|year=2021|month=03|day=11}}</ref><br />
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:A [[redeco]] and [[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Voyager Class [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)#Toys|Crumplezone]], ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' "''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' Optimus Primal" transforms into a three-wheeled Cybertronic race car with huge turbine thrusters. These thrusters each contain a spring-loaded missile launcher,and can be swung forward in both vehicle and robot mode by plugging a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into his key-jack. This also activates electronic sound effects. He has a new head that replicates Optimus Primal's first [[character model]].<br />
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:Available only in a multi pack with the ''Axalon'' versions of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Timelines|Cheetor]], [[Rhinox (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rhinox]], and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rattrap]], as well as the ''[[Darksyde (BW)|Darksyde]]'' version of [[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Timelines|Dinobot]].<br />
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:Some consider this toy somewhat of an in-joke, because when fans initially saw pics of Crumplezone, they criticised it for looking like a monkey. <br />
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::*''[https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581 Designer commentary on Axalon Optimus Primal from Joe Moore on Twitter]''<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/BCOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Axalon Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:Titanium Optimal Optimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Ready? And... Faceplant!]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (6" Cybertron Hero, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand with nameplate<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released in the third wave of the 6-inch Cybertron Heroes assortment, ''[[Titanium Series]]'' Optimal Optimus transforms from robot mode into either his ground vehicle or jet forms, but likely for budgetary reasons, he does ''not'' have his usual gorilla mode. Also unlike the original toy, his chest cannons can be flipped back into his torso. This toy was denoted as an [[Autobot]] both on his stand and on his shoulder, even though Optimal is generally a [[Maximal]].<br />
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:This figure was going to be used for [[Primal Prime]], but that toy was ultimately canceled late in its development.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimalOptimus/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Binaltech''===<br />
[[File:BTBlackConvoy toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There! He's a trukk! Ya happy now?]]<br />
* '''Black Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BT-17'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Engine/blaster<br />
{{Repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
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: Black Convoy is the first ''Binaltech'' release since [[Skids (G1)#Alternators/Binaltech|Skids]] in early 2006, and was available exclusively in Japan at the winter Wonder Festival in 2007. His plastic colours are different from Nemesis Prime's, with grey plastic replacing the black on his shins, waist, shoulders, and forearms. In addition, Nemesis Prime's windows are tinted red, but Black Convoy's windows are completely clear. His paint deco is based upon ''Kiss Players'' Convoy's, arranged in the same patterns but using teal, and he has vacuum-metallized wheels and front grill. The paint deco on his head is meant to evoke that of ''Car Robots'' [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]]. Perhaps the most important differences are that he has die-cast metal parts, and most of his truck body panels are coated in gloss black paint.<br />
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: Perhaps due to cost-cutting, this toy was released in the large bubble-on-a-tray packaging also used in the ''Alternators'' line. However, he came with no character or packaging art.<br />
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: The ''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' fiction [[Repurposing|repurposes]] this figure as a new body for Optimus Primal, based on how Primal's disembodied spark had previously taken possession of Nemesis's body earlier in the ''[[Story of Binaltech|Binaltech]]'' story.<br />
::*[[Source:Transformers Binaltech bios#17|Archive of ''Binaltech'' Black Convoy's bio and tech specs]]<br />
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===''Beast Wars Telemocha Series''===<br />
[[File:BWTelemocha Convoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Anyone else feel like we're going in circles?]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords<br />
:''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]]'' Convoy is an extensive redeco of the ''Robotmasters'' Deluxe-sized Beast Convoy figure in a similar style to the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool of the original Ultra Class figure.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Cybertron/Convoy/convoy.htm More information on Telemocha Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWTelemochaDXPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Seriously, we're getting dizzy!]]<br />
*'''DX Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-SP'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
:An extensive show-accurate redeco of the original Ultra-class Optimus Primal mold ''without'' the recently remolded head and chestplate. Oh [[TakaraTomy]], you so crazy.<br />
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===''United''===<br />
[[File:Unitedtoy-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Chicks dig hoverboards that turn into giant blasters - right?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' ([[February 25]], [[2012]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''UN-30'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key<br />
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: Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' toys, Optimus Primal (using his Hasbro market name) is a [[repaint]] of the Deluxe-sized ''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'' Optimus Primal toy, and is the first release of the mold in Japan. He features warmer, more yellowish paint for the gorilla chest and face, and relocates the [[Maximal]] [[insignia]] to the ''underside'' of his gorilla backside [[kibble]] panel. His hoverboard, meanwhile, uses a darker shade of blue paint for the Cyber Key jack, and the front of the hoverboard features both the "stripes" from [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|the ''Cybertron'' redeco]] of this toy, and the fully-painted vents from the "10th Anniversary" version.<br />
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:Like the 5th and 6th wave figures, Optimus Primal's package feature a sticker that said "limited quantity (数量限定)", indicating that this figure is released in limited numbers after its first and only shipment. Both his [[instructions]] and packaging brand him as an [[Autobot]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/UnitedOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''United'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Legend Commander Collection''===<br />
[[File:Legend-Commander-Collection-LC-02-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb| The old man's back again.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' (2014)<br />
**''ID number'': '''LC-02'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords<br />
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: Part of the ''[[Legend Commander Collection]]'' sold at [[Transformers Expo]], Convoy (Beast Wars) is a redeco of ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy. The toy also features several deco differences: While the paint applications were similar to the first ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy toy, the mouth was painted blue like the ''Telemocha'' Convoy, the white paint uses on this toy are brighter white compared to the first toy, some of the Robot Mode's chest detailing features lavender white paint details, and the gunmetal paint were used for the Beast Mode face. Like G1 Convoy, Convoy (Beast Wars) doesn't come with the launcher accessory.<br />
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:Remaining stock of the toy was sold through [[TakaraTomy Mall]].<br />
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===''Legends''===<br />
[[File:TakaraLegends Lg02 Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mmm... [[https://youtu.be/0IcWGQ6t2_4|Monke]]]]<br />
* '''Convoy''' ('''Optimus Primal''')<ref>LG02 Convoy's packaging has "Optimus Primal" as the accompanying English subtitle to "コンボイ".</ref> ([[October 25]], [[2014]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG02'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail <br />
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:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' "Convoy" is a redeco of the [[#Beast Wars Reborn|''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool]] of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal toy]]. While he shares mostly the same paint mask to the ''Reborn'' figure, some of his parts featured different paint applications; His gunmetal gray chest, face, fingers & chest paint details are now replaced with dark grey. He comes with a leaflet featuring a character profile, tech specs, and the [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 2|''Legends'' Bonus Edition Volume 2]] mini-comic.<br />
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:Fiction-wise, this toy represents the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after he contracted [[Transformers sickness]] for the first time.<br />
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[[File:Ape-X.jpg|right|300px|thumb|..Come on get down with the sickness.]]<br />
*'''Convobat''' ([[December 19]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG-EX'''<br />
{{note|[[Ape X Arms]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after contracting [[Transformers sickness]] for the second time in the ''[[Transformers Legends (comic)|Legends]]'' comic.}}<br />
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:Available with the [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] figure, Ape X Arms is a redeco of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]]'s accessory, in [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#OptimalOptimus|Optimal Optimus]]'s colors. Convobat and [[Megalligator#Legends|Megalligator]] can ride Ape X Arms in robot mode. Ape X Arms can also transform into a 5 mm gun for larger ''Titans Return'' or any ''Legends'' Headmaster figures to wield, or combine with either of the two Headmasters to form a jet.<br />
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:As a redeco of a Titan Master vehicle accessory, care must be taken with the gun mode's handle: the handle fits tightly in many 5 mm-compatible closed hands, and combined with the handle's lack of metal pin running through the joint, removing it by force causes the handle to pop out of the joint.<br />
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===''Platinum Edition''===<br />
[[File:Transformers-Platinum-Edition-BM-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Probably not as fun as a barrel of munkies.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Year of the Monkey exclusive, 2016)<br />
** ''Accessories'': Disc <br />
{{toydesigner|[[Ramon Campos]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:Sold at the rather expensive price of $140.00 (but often discounted), ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the [[Trukk not munky|Monkey]]" Optimus Primal is a redeco of [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|''Robots in Disguise'' Air Attack Optimus Primal]], with his coloration inspired by an amalgamation of [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]] and/or [[Primal Prime]]. He retains all the electronic gimmicks from the previous toy, with an exception of the voice clips (unfortunately, only the lines "Optimus Primal" (said ''twice'') and "Transformers" are played) and sound effects/music, which was newly recorded. He also sometimes yells "transform!" when pushing his chest, and now growls if you shoot the disc in beast mode or push his monkey head. The chest no longer hums after turning it on.<br />
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:His stock photos were mistransformed: both his robot and beast mode's chests were inverted, and his beast mode's thumbs were not rotated. <br />
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===''Masterpiece''===<br />
[[File:BW-Masterpiece-MP32-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best munky ever.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[October 29]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-32'''<br />
**''Hasbro release name:'' '''Beast Convoy (Optimus Primal)'''<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-takara-tomy-masterpiece-mp-32-beast-convoy-optimus-primal Used only on the Hasbro Pulse website listing.]</ref><br />
**''Hasbro release date:'' [[June 1]], [[2022]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Three ape faces, four robot faces, two Cyber Blades, skull flail (Asia exclusive)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released to celebrate ''Beast Wars''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s 20th anniversary, ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Convoy is a faithful recreation of the character as he appeared in the Mainframe animated series. <br />
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[[File:TF-Masterpiece-MP32-Asia-exclusive-skull-flail.jpg|left|100px|thumb|It's a lost art of weaponry.]]<br />
:Matching his original figure, Convoy has two "cyber blade" swords, which can now be stored on his back in robot mode. Each wrist has cartoon-accurate flip-out "plasma cannons", while his "mega blaster" shoulder cannons have also been recreated. In robot mode, a panel can rotate in his posterior to reveal his "convoy jet".<br />
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:Convoy has the new gimmick of light-up eyes. These are powered by two computer batteries stored in the beast mode head and activated by pressing down the robot mode head. They stay lit for about ten seconds. Convoy comes with three different gorilla faces: neutral; smiling and angry, and four different robot mode faces: open-mouthed; close-mouthed; smirking and original style mouthless faceplate. <br />
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:''Masterpiece'' Convoy is an inch or two smaller than his original Ultra Class toy, comparable to Beast Wars Neo [[Big Convoy]]. Not shown in the instructions is a peghole in the waist, designed to allow Convoy to be mounted on a flying stand. Another undocumented feature is a peg on his back, that allows ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Generations|Rattrap]] to ride on his back by plugging the aforementioned peg in the hole that is normally used for weapon storage in beast mode.<br />
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:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a die-cast skull flail based on the one that came with the original toy. It comes packaged in a cardboard box designed to look like a crate of [[banana]]s.<br />
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:Convoy was a candidate in TakaraTomy's [[Fan polls#Masterpiece Fan's Choice|''Masterpiece'' Fan's Choice]] poll in 2013, which asked fans to determine which Autobot/Maximal leader from the franchise's then-30 year history should receive a new ''Masterpiece'' toy. He only placed sixth, with 4.6% of the vote. Good things come to those who wait, we guess.<br />
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:In [[2021]], [[Hasbro Pulse]] revealed that they would be carrying Takara-Tomy's concurrent reissue of Beast Convoy exclusively through their website for a 2022 release date, with other online retailers following a couple of months thereafter. This release is identical to the original 2016 figure, except for two minor differences. First, the "Beast Wars 20th Anniversary" logo on the box front is changed to the standard Masterpiece "Long Life Design" stamp as the 20th anniversary no longer applied. Second, the figure's shoulderpads can now close fully around upper arms for ape mode, a minor error on the original run, and the previously delicate matte paint is now far more durable, no longer scratching off during normal transformation.<br />
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::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/i.php?ID=6541 More information on Optimus Primal (Masterpiece) at Transformers-Universe.com]''<br />
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*'''Cheetus (Beast Wars)''' ([[February 25]], 2017)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-34''' <br />
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:Preorders of ''Masterpiece'' [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Masterpiece|Cheetus]] supplied by Hasbro Asia come with a die-cast Optimus Primal minifigure, as opposed to the [[collector coin]] typically accompanying ''Masterpiece'' releases from Hasbro Asia.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/masterpiece-cheetor-color-images.1066483/page-168#post-15460586 TFW2005 Forums discussion, 2 February 2018]</ref><br />
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[[File:TF-BW-MP32-Optimus-Primal-Legendary-Commander-Version.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best-er Munkey]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) Legendary Leader Ver.''' ([[June 24]], [[2017]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape face, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades, Double Blade, weapon rack, hammer, Beast Mask, backpack, [[banana]]s (Asia exclusive)<br />
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:This Optimus Primal is a redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure above, with the deco greatly resembling his original toy colors and his appearance in the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars Special]]'' "[[Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!]]" He also comes with a combined sword (representing putting both swords in the hand of the original toy), a "weapon rack" to mount said combined sword, an additional skull flail (a new mold from the Asia exclusive accessory that came from the first release), a new mask which is based on his original toy's mutant head, and a new backpack piece that mounts on the back peg to mount the combined swords, the skull mace and the mutant head mask on Primal's back.<br />
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:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a bunch of bananas in a cardboard crate. Each banana is a separate piece that can be removed from the stalk piece.<br />
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[[File:MPBurningConvoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Super Simian]]<br />
*'''Burning Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[March 25]], [[2020]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38+'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape faces, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades<br />
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:Released to accompany [[Lio Convoy#Masterpiece|MP-48 Lio Convoy]], Burning Convoy is yet another redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, this time resembling his Burning Convoy appearance from "Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!" He also has a reduced inventory, with only two of the gorilla and robot faces each.<br />
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:Due to shipment issues, Hasbro Pulse's release of Burning Convoy was delayed to April 2020.<br />
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:Burning Convoy was released as an EB Games exclusive in Canada and Australia.<br />
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===''Titans Return''===<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Master, <s>2017</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:For ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'', Hasbro apparently intended to release a [[Titan Master]] version of Optimus Primal, which would have been a redeco of [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]] with alternate head<ref name="allsparkint">[https://www.allspark.com/2018/07/impromptu-allspark-com-interview-with-john-warden-hasbro-brand-team-at-sdcc-2018/ Allspark interview at SDCC 2018]</ref> and would have been included in [[wave]] 5 alongside [[Ramhorn (G1)#TitansReturn|Ramhorn]] and [[Toraizer#Generations|Toraizer]]. A listing was first found in [[Toys"R"Us]]'s systems.<ref name="trutr">[http://news.tfw2005.com/2016/08/28/titans-return-new-listings-legends-cosmos-seaspray-voyager-blitzwing-octane-324058 Toys"R"Us listings] for then upcoming ''Titans Return'' figures, including Titan Master "Optimus Prime".</ref> Almost a year later, a listing was also found on [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]]'s German website;<ref name="amazontr">[https://www.amazon.de/dp/B06WP21QJG Amazon Germany listing] for ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal.</ref> but ultimately, Ramhorn was the only new Titan Master figure included in wave 5, and it's currently unclear how far the Toraizer and Optimus Primal even made it in the planning stage. A [[Walmart]] listing under the UPC barcode assigned to Optimus Primal now reads as "discontinued by vendor".<ref name="walmarttr">[https://www.walmart.com/ip/Discontinued-by-Vendor/133608534 Walmart listing] for what would have been ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal, now "discontinued by vendor".</ref><br />
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===''Power of the Primes''===<br />
[[File:POTP-Leader-Evolved-Optimal-Optimus.jpg|thumb|If you don't want ''Beast Wars'' to win, don't put it on the ballot!|300px]]<br />
* '''Evolution Optimal Optimus''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-27'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 25]], 2018<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Gray]] and [[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:In accordance with his victory in a poll to choose the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]], Optimus Primal received a toy in ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]''. Like all ''Power of the Primes'' Leader Class figures, Optimus is a small Deluxe-sized robot who combines with the armor to form a larger figure based on the "Optimal Optimus" toy from the original ''Beast Wars'' toyline. His smaller robot form transforms into a futuristic cargo ship; according to Hasbro at [[Toy Fair 2018]], the inner robot is meant to represent his Cybertronian form.<br />
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:He includes a Matrix of Leadership accessory with a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can store in the cockpit, in reference to the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' episode "[[Optimal Situation]]", as well as two cannons which can be held as clubs or as guns in robot mode, and they can store in the legs of the Evolution Armor in ape mode. The Evolution Armor transforms into Optimal Optimus's gorilla mode, minus his backpack. The gorilla can ride Optimus Primal's ship mode as a surfboard, as a callback to Primal's [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal]] body and [[#Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'']] Deluxe figure. Optimus Primal can transform into a backpack for the gorilla, or combine with the armor to form a jet; the toy does ''not'' turn into the wheeled "ground cruiser" mode of the original OpOp. His two cannons can be placed next to his head, or on his chest after moving the cockpit downwards. They can also be left off and combined into a larger rifle or stored on his legs. In combined robot or ape mode, the weapons (individually or as a rifle) can be pegged into a 5mm post hole on either thumb, through there is no real way to do this that isn't awkward due to the placement.<br />
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[[File:TF-PotP-SDCC-2018-Throne-of-the-Primes-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Optimus Prime's belief that "[[Triple Takeover|thrones are for Decepticons]]" isn't shared by Optimus Primal.]]<br />
*'''Throne of the Primes''' (Leader Class, 2018)<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-43'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[January 26]], [[2019]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, Matrix of Leadership frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields, crown, [[Scepter of Sparks]], [[Throne of the Primes]], 4 Prime Master figures<br />
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:''Power of the Primes'' "Throne of the Primes" Optimal Optimus is a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2018-exclusive redeco of Evolution Optimal Optimus. The biggest change in his deco is to the Evolution Armor itself, which features the same colors as the core figure. The waist and backpack of the core figure, along with the blast shields, are cast in same dark gray as his shoulders, chest, and calves. The outer shell of the Matrix core figure is recolored reddish-orange, and the cannons feature additional paint applications.<br />
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:The additional accessories tie in to Primal's winning of the [[Power of the Primes (franchise)#Notes|2017 fan vote for the next Prime]]. The Scepter of Sparks, modelled after the [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal figure]]'s club, which doubles as a mace, can hold up to four Prime Masters, such as the four included in this set. The crown is a new mold, featuring the Maximal logo on the front. Finally, the Throne of the Primes, while a cardboard insert, features artwork of the faces of the eight other competitors in the survey—[[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]], [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]], and [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Unknown Evil]]. The Prime Masters can also be stored in the [[Halo of Primus]], a circular rotating plastic tray included on the back of the throne.<br />
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:The four Primes he comes with are [[Amalgamous Prime#Generations|Amalgamous]], [[Nexus Prime#Generations|Nexus]], [[Prima#Generations|Prima]] and the [[Thirteenth Prime#Generations|Thirteenth]].<br />
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:For some odd reason, HasbroToyShop stock photography showed the figure with a [[Megatronus]] [[Inferno (G1)/toys#Generations|Inferno]] [[Prime Master/Combinations|card]], despite the figure coming with his own special card.<br />
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:Debuting at SDCC 2018, this set was later made available via [[Hasbro Toy Shop]], but sold out in about 20 minutes. The toy was later released at general retail in Taiwan and Japan.<br />
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===''Encore''===<br />
[[File:Encore-Returns-Convoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Ha, screw you [[scale]]!]]<br />
*'''Returns Convoy''' ([[November 24]], [[2018]])<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
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:''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' Returns Convoy is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Supreme Class [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Air Attack Optimus Primal]], featuring a show-accurate deco on the majority of the figure (which had the pleasant side effect of curing the toy of [[Gold Plastic Syndrome]]). As a Japanese re-release, Returns Convoy's voice lines are provided by [[Takehito Koyasu]], including one referencing the infamous "Yvonco Pettanko" joke from the ''Beast Wars Returns'' episode "[[Fallout|The Cost of Victory]]".<br />
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===<br />
[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-Voyager-Class-OptimusPrimal.jpg|thumb|300px|New slogan of the year: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|TRUKK]] '''AND''' MUNKY!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])<br />
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K8'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-01'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 27]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Ken Christiansen]] (concept artist)}}<ref>Transformers panel at [[Hasbro PulseCon 2020]]</ref><br />
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: Released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'', ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Optimus Primal transforms from a robot accurate to his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon into a realistic gorilla in 22 steps, as well as a cartoon-accurate ''King Kong'' style bipedal gorilla third mode. The figure makes up for its size with above-average articulation, including butterfly shoulder joints, double-jointed knees, opening hands, rotating shins for a foot point, and toe articulation in both modes. Optimus Primal also has fold-out shoulder cannons, two Cyber Blades that store on his back in either mode, and pop-out jointed forearm blasters. A rarity for the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'', Optimus Primal has no [[5 mm post|5 mm]] ports barring his hands, making him largely incompatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]. However, he still features 3 mm posts at the end of his blaster tips, as well as his buttflap; helping to replicate his "Primejets" from the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon. His hands also feature articulated fingers along with a thumb molded to approximate the 5 mm peghole, although due to this he cannot hold both Cyber Blades in one hand as the original figure could.<br />
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:Stock renders cast his robot mode feet in a more show-accurate grey. Hasbro stock photography (right) is mistransformed, with the robot mode's shoulder cannons still extended on the gorilla's shoulders. Some pictures also pose his gorilla legs in a way that makes the flap of thigh-covering [[kibble]] appear like a loincloth, when it can plug into his [[flight stand]] port to sit flush with the legs for a natural appearance. Optimus Primal also comes packaged with his shoulder cannons deployed, although they can be folded away in robot mode. Some specimens have silver paint on the Cyber Blades, others are off-white. It is not known which [[variant]] is more common.<br />
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:Due to insufficient clearance in his waist area, it is ''very'' easy to scrape off the white paint on top of his inner thigh from simply manipulating the figure. The most permanent solution would be to disassemble the the waist and shave down the contacting surfaces.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/optimus-primal-anti-scraping-mod.1209685/ ''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal Anti-Paint Scraping Modification]</ref> Otherwise, exercise lots of caution when moving his hips. <br />
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:Like all ''Kingdom'' Voyager figures, Optimus Primal comes with a [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] card that "[[Source:Golden Disk destinies|reveals a possible destiny of a key character]]", with each character having three possible destiny variants. <br />
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[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-KD-EX-Burning-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Burning Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2023]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-EX'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[April 1]], 2024<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
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:Released to promote the ''Rise of the Beasts'' movie, this Optimus Primal is a redeco of the ''Kingdom'' Voyager Class figure in his "Burning Convoy" form.<br />
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:Burning Optimus Primal is available as a Lawson Ticket exclusive item, where the customers must buy the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts|movie's]] special ticket along with the figure. He is also sold individually, unlike his unlucky wavemate [[Nemesis_Prime_(AOE)#Studio_Series|Nemesis Prime]]. <br />
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===<br />
[[File:WFCNetflixtoy-Maximal-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| Reject 1984; Return to Munky]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Battle 2-pack, [[2021]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''WFC-19'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[December 29]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
: Netflix Optimus Primal is a minor redeco of the Kingdom figure, with the only major differences being show accurate grey feet, lighter eyes in beast mode, and all-around darker colours. Gunmetal replaces all light silver on the figure and light silver replaces the metallic blue on the inner chest section. Primal is packaged with a similarly redecoed [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Rattrap]] figure.<br />
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:In addition to same the paint-scraping hips as before, his hands are now almost completely covered in black paint, and paint in the 5mm palms can wear off over time.<br />
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===''Vintage Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:Vintage-Beast-Wars-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| You have seen this toy ''so many times'' on this page.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Reissue, 2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:In celebration of the 25th anniversary of ''Beast Wars'', the original 1996 Ultra Class Optimus Primal was reissued under the ''[[Vintage|Vintage Beast Wars]]'' lineup. Optimus Primal features all the same accessories and functionality as the latest mold use of the original toy but differs slightly in deco, having a slate blue instead of regular blue for the missiles, swords, and mace handle. The front and back of the head are now cast in gray plastic, painted dark metallic blue and the faceplate is then ''painted'' flat gray over that—as opposed to the original, where the back was cast in red plastic and the front was flat gray plastic with the helmet painted blue. The lack of bare red plastic on the back of the head affects the look of the mutant face in its intended configuration, where it's rotated to form the forehead. The robot mode chest is also lacking any inner red paint applications from the original.<br />
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:Much like ''[[Vintage|Vintage G1]]'', Optimus Primal is packaged in a box styled after the original ''Beast Wars'' toy packaging, [[package art]] and all. Also similar to ''Vintage G1'', the time disparity since the original release has the toy reasonably set at over double the price of the toy's 1996 release, $52.99 USD versus $20, and is exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the United States and Canada. Due to accommodating multiple languages, the bio card is also rather drastically changed, including using a silhouette of 2007 ''[[Movie (franchise)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime's]] head for the intelligence. The [[cross-sell]] for [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Cheetor]] and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Rattrap]] label them both inaccurately as Mega Class figures, instead of Deluxe Class and Basic Class, respectively (though both ''are'' priced the same).<br />
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===''Classic Heroes Team''===<br />
[[File:Classic Heroes Team Rescan Optimus Primal toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (All Star Rescan, [[2022]])<br />
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: ''[[Transformers: Classic Heroes Team|Classic Heroes Team]]'' Optimus Primal is a ''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (toyline)|Rescue Bots]]''-style Rescan figure, featuring a simple conversion from gorilla to robot mode. He features a pair of (non-firing) missile launchers on his back in both modes.<br />
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: Somewhat of a rarity among ''Transformers'' toys, both the toy itself and its packaging lack insignias or any kind of mention to what faction the character belongs to.<br />
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===''Authentics''===<br />
[[File:TF-Authentic-Titan-Changers-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''King Kong Adventure Phock''.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Changer, 2022)<br />
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:''Authentics'' Titan Changer Optimus Primal is a 28cm figure with a very simple conversion from robot to gorilla.<br />
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:The toy was first [https://www.thetoyshop.com/action-toys-figures/action-figures/Transformers-Titan-Changers---Optimus-Primal-28cm-Figure/p/560587_PRMAL listed at thetoyshop.com], without any fanfare.<br />
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[[File:TF-Authentics-Bravo-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Bravo, 2023)<br />
**Accessories: 2 Blasters<br />
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:Released in the sixth wave of [[Transformers Authentics|''Authentics'']] "Bravo" figures, Optimus Primal is a smaller version (about the size of the regular Legends/Core Class) of the character, and transforms into a gorilla. He comes with two blasters that he can hold, mount on his robot mode shoulders, or mount on his back in gorilla mode. Unlike most of the "Bravo" figures, Primal features fairly decent articulation.<br />
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:The figure was first sighted in Taiwan.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Again''===<br />
[[File:TF-BW-Vintage-JP-BWVS-01-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|'''Bugs Bunny:''' "Take one more step on that rope and I'll cut it!" <br/> '''Primal:''' *''pulls the entire continent over to him''*]]<br />
*'''Kōkyū Beast no Taiketsu''' ([[August 26]], [[2023]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BWVS-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Sabers"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]] (packaging artist)}}<br />
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:Released as part of the ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers Again|Beast Wars Again]]'' line, the "Eternal Beast Showdown" (恒久ビーストの対決) set contains Convoy and [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Again|Megatron]]. Convoy is a redeco of [[#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal]] in a slavishly cartoon-accurate deco based on his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon. Unlike the previous two uses of the mold, this version of Primal solves the paint-scraping hip issue by molding the thighs themselves in white plastic, instead painting the gorilla fur details on the outsides of the thighs black.<br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
===''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''===<br />
*'''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''' (1996)<br />
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:Released to advertise ''Beast Wars<nowiki>'</nowiki>'' airing in Japan, a small, hand-held slide-puzzle depicting Optimus Primal in robot mode, brandishing a sword, one arm cannon deployed, and looking very dynamic.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalmutatingcard.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)<br />
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:Optimus Primal was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game|card game]].<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''===<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''' (1997)<br />
: A pair of red, black and white sneakers, with the ''Beast Wars'' logo printed on the sole, a photo of Primal's beast mode head on the toe, and the name "OPTIMUS PRIMAL" repeated around the shoe's lateral.<br />
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===Kabaya===<br />
[[File:BWchoco primal.jpg|thumb|Grape ape.]]<br />
*'''Convoy vs Megatron''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
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:Part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Choco|Beast Wars Choco]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s, this small soft-rubber figurine of Optimus Primal—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''—came in a set with a similar figure of Megatron, along with a bio card and candy-covered chocolates. The figures were available in either translucent purple or smoky grey rubber.<br />
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[[File:Bwgum primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Little Apetimus Prime]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Mace, two swords<br />
:A snap together model kit of Optimus Primal was available as part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Gum|Beast Wars Gum]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s. Based on his original Ultra-class gorilla toy, the kit was sculpted from purple and black plastic with some sparse stickers for details, and could transform from robot to beast mode by being broken down into its component parts, then rebuilt into a new mode. It came with a stick of gum.<br />
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* '''Convoy''' (1997)<br />
: A nontransformable figurine of bat-body Primal, sculpted in a sword-wielding action pose across a blue base. Figure is painted. <br />
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* '''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
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: A tiny plastic Convoy figurine in his gorilla body and molded onto an irregularly-shaped stand was released by Kabaya. Labeled toy 1 of 6, the other characters in his wave were Dinobot, Rattrap, Megatron, Cheetor, and Rhinox. As always, terrible candy is included.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: Another small transformable figure was based on his first Transmetal body. It was multicolored and also came with gum.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: A second, but non-transformable figure of Transmetal Optimus Primal was made in clear plastic, blue, and gray. Gum!<br />
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===''1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair''===<br />
[[File:BW-Metals-Convoy-Clear-Type-Figure.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|There's two and they're blue, with a back-view showing details just for you!]]<br />
*'''Metals Convoy Clear-Type Figure''' (Toei Anime Fair present, 1999)<br />
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: Released along with Arthur from the ''[[Microman|Tiny Giant Microman]]'' anime, this Metals Convoy figurine is a small, rubbery, transparent light-blue figurine based on his Transmetal form.<br />
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: Each figurine was packed in a semi-translucent-gray baggie, sealed with a single piece of tape. Included inside the baggie was also a sheet of paper with warnings and choking hazards on it.<br />
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: He and Arthur were available for the boy's section of the pre-screening purchase of the ''[[1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair]]''. Metals Convoy was limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''Metal Monument''===<br />
[[File:Metalmonumentconvoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Pelvic thrust: ON! Hungh!]]<br />
* '''Metal Monument Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
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: As the name suggests, the product is a [[die-cast]] statue of Optimus Primal. The head is convertible/removable in order to change the normal one with the battle mask/mutant head. The [[Package art|box art]] and the design of the product are both done by [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]].<br />
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===''Real Figure''===<br />
[[File:RealFig Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=.88]]<br />
* '''Real Figure Metals Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 shoulder panels<br />
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:A pocket-sized version of Transmetal Optimus Primal was released in Japan by Takara in 1999. The tiny figure is fully transformable from gorilla to robot, though the shoulder panels need to be removed and placed on the gorilla mode sides. The figure is low on articulation, only having movable elbows and knees, though the latter is for his transformation. It lacks the "flying surfboard" mode of the larger toy.<br />
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:This Real Figure is the only one to be transformable, as subsequent releases were merely mini-figures with limited articulation.<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:TitaniumSeries-Primal3inch.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built—it was ''poured!'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (3" Robot Master figurine, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand, swords<br />
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:This 3-inch die-cast and plastic figurine of Optimus Primal features him in his ''Beast Wars'' season 1 appearance, with swords drawn in an action pose. The swords can be removed from his hands if you feel like it. He came with an [[Autobot]] figure stand, weirdly enough.<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===First 4 Figures===<br />
[[File:First 4 Figures Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (<s>2006</s> unreleased)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Henry Cheng]]}}<br />
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:First revealed in 2006 at both the UK<ref>[https://news.tfw2005.com/2006/01/25/first4figures-beast-wars-and-transformers-vs-g-i-joe-statuesbusts-4267 "First4Figures Beast Wars and Transformers VS. G.I. Joe Statues/Busts"] at TFW2005.com</ref> and New York [[Toy Fair]]s,<ref>[https://tformers.com/transformers-/5568/news.html "Toy Fair 2006 - First4Figures TF & GI Joe Statues& Busts"] at tformers.com</ref> this was to be an 8-inch tall resin bust of Optimus Primal released as part of a ''Beast Wars'' tenth anniversary series by model company [[First 4 Figures]]. Primal is depicted from the pelvis and upwards and mounted on a Maximal-themed base, and is sculpted in a style generally accurate to the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon series, though with the all-blue sword of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class toy]] (and a product listing that bizarrely noted an influence from [[Dreamwave Productions]]).<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070214013533/http://www.first4figures.com/exclusivesproduct_detail.asp?range=3&id=40 Optimus Primal product listing on First 4 Figures's website] (archive)</ref><br />
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:Mini busts in the planned ''Beast Wars'' line were designed to reflect the scale of the characters as seen in the cartoon, and each was set to be limited to 1,996 pieces, in a nod to the franchise's year of origin.<ref name=ASM>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070806062058/http://toyfair06.asmzine.com/first4figures/report.html "First4Figures Limited Transformers Statues and Busts Info!"] at ASMzine.com (archived)</ref> Primal was among the first intended to be released (likely ''the'' first, given both finalised stock images and a full product listing) in July 2006, though after a series of delays, he and the rest of the ''Beast Wars'' bust line were cancelled, with First 4 Figures citing a challenging marketplace and lack of retailer interest.<br />
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===''3D Battle-Card Game''===<br />
[[File:3DBattleCard-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|All your favorite 3D action!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2007)<br />
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: A 52-point "rare" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Optimus Primal "transforms" into a black ape. He uses the same parts layout as [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]], [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]], and [[Rampage (G1)|Rampage]], although the figure's beast mode is assembled differently. Optimus Primal is nominally the leader of the Autobots in the set. The surface of the figure uses images of the original Ultra ape toy. <br />
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===''Robot Heroes''===<br />
[[File:Robotheroestarantulasprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Primal mocks Tarantulas's inability to display jazz hands.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Predacon Tarantulas''' (Two-pack, 2008)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', this PVC figurine of Optimus Primal's original gorilla body has articulation in the shoulders and neck. He was available only in a "Beast Wars Series" two-pack with [[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#Robot Heroes|Tarantulas]] (amusingly enough, the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] he also came with in the ''[[MicroVerse]]'' [[Orcanoch#Beast Wars|Orcanoch]] playset).<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Maximal/RHOprimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Robot heroes primal jetstorm.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The next Bio-Force Ape? Only time will tell.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Jetstorm''' (Two-pack, <s>2009</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Optimus Primal would have come with [[Jetstorm (BM)#Robot Heroes|Jetstorm]] in this "Beast Machines Series" set. Like the other later ''Robot Heroes'' waves, this toy was cancelled because retailers only wanted ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' toys. Some managed to trickle out into the wild - the picture seen here comes from an eBay auction. He looks... Unhinged, to say the least.<br />
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===Prime 1 Studio===<br />
====''Premium Masterline''====<br />
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Premium Masterline Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2017)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''PMTFBW-01''' / '''01EX''' (exclusive)<br />
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, battle mask (exclusive)<br />
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:[[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Premium Masterline'' Optimus Primal is a highly detailed statue of Primal's robot mode posing over the bits of a destroyed [[Waspinator (BW)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Waspinator]]. He features LED lights on his eyes.<br />
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:The statue comes with an alternate head with an angry expression. The exclusive version also comes with another head with his face covered by his battle mask.<br />
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:The standard version was limited to 500 pieces, while the exclusive version was limited to 200 pieces.<br />
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====''Cutie1''====<br />
[[File:Cutie1 Optimus Primal Figure.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2022)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''No:058'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand<br />
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:''Cutie1'' Optimus Primal is a soft vinyl figure stylized as a button-eyed doll with chibi proportions.<br />
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===Flame Toys===<br />
====Furai Action====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (June 2021)<br />
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====Furai Model====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (20??)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Akira Amemiya]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===<br />
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[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 Cyber Blades, 2 alternate hands<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Dennis Chan]] (sculptor)}}<br />
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:Released in the fourth wave of the ''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' line, Optimus Primal, 6-inch action figure akin to the ones from the ''[[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] Legends'' and ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] The Black Series'' lines. He features over 30 points of articulation and extensive paint operations in an attempt at [[show-accuracy]].<br />
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:Optimus Primal includes two closed fists, and a pair of open hands to hold his two Cyber Blade accessories; the blades can connect end to end at the hilt to create a double-ended weapon. A blaster is hidden in each of his forearms, which are revealed by pushing underneath his wrists. Additionally, he features a pair of blasters that flip forward over his shoulders.<br />
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:As with all ''R.E.D.'' toys, Optimus Primal was a Walmart exclusive in Canada and the United States, and was later made available on [[Hasbro Pulse]] in limited quantities.<br />
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===''Transformers Character Card''===<br />
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Optimus Primal and Beast Megatron.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) and Megatron (Beast Wars) Set''' ([[April 14]], [[2022]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''15 & 16'''<br />
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:Released as part of the third wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convoy" and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#15|Translation of Optimus Primal's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Beast Wars Convobat and Megalligator.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convobat & Mega<!--spelling on card-->ligator{{sic}} Set''' ([[November 1]] 2022)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''29 & 30'''<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Shōji Imaki]] (illustration)}}<br />
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:Released as part of the fifth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convobat" and [[Megatron (BW)|"Megal<!--spelling on card-->igator"]] (distinct from the separate characters [[Convobat]] and [[Megalligator]]) in their Wave 1 Basic Class bodies along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]]. Optimus Primal is specifically depicted in his "[[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Bat Primal]]" body.<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#29|Translation of Beast Wars Convobat's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
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===Jada Toys===<br />
[[File:JadaNanoMetalfigsSeries2G1BW-18pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]<br />
*'''Transformers Series 2 18-pack''' (4&nbsp;cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)<br />
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], ''Nano Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.<br />
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:He is marketed as an Autobot instead of a Maximal and comes in an impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]].<br />
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*'''Optimus Prime / Bumblebee / Optimus Primal / Megatron''' (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure 4-pack, 2022)<br />
:''Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is a static die-cast figurine of superdeformed proportions. He is available in a 4-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Bumblebee]] and [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Megatron]].<br />
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===''ReAction''===<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2)<br />
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: Released in the seventh wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[Super7#ReAction|ReAction]]'' Optimus Primal is a non-converting figure based on his original [[Mainframe]] [[character model]], with 5 points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips). He includes his two curved swords. <br />
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: Optimus Primal comes packaged on a small cardback that mixes the design of the original ''Beast Wars'' packaging with some nostalgic elements resembling [[Kenner]]'s ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.<br />
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*'''Hyper Steel Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2), spark<br />
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: This redeco of ''ReAction'' Optimus Primal now features translucent black plastic and a new accessory representing a floating [[spark]]. This piece was [[exclusive]] to [[Target]].<br />
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===Diamond Select===<br />
[[File:DiamondSelectPrimal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
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:Produced by [[Diamond Select]], this "Milestone" statue of Optimus Primal represents his season 1 body. The statue stands 14 inches tall and is posed to look as though it were suspended in midair by Primal's jet exhaust. Only 1,000 were produced, with an MSRP of $500. <br />
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==Notes==<br />
[[File:Manta ray bw toy.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb]]<br />
* Early in ''Beast Wars'' development, Hasbro conceived manta ray toys of "Optimus Prime" (before the cartoon made Primal a separate character) to go with "Megatron" as a sea turtle. The resulting [[McDonald's]] toy (at right) diverged in the final stage to become the separate character [[Manta Ray (BW)|Manta Ray]].<br />
* In addition to the bat and manta concepts, Hasbro also conceived of an "Optimus Prime" lion retool of "[[Prowl (G1)/toys#Notes|Prowl]]", the early form of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]] which spun off to become [[Panther]]. While the lion McDonald's toy did not come to fruition, the concept may have inspired Takara to create [[Lio Convoy]].<br />
* The design of Optimus Primal's bat form is an [[homage]] to [[Batman]], an action figure license also held at the time by [[Kenner]].<ref>Page 78, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* According to Bob Forward at a BotCon panel, the "Flight Mode" Primal has in the first season of the ''Beast Wars'' animation is a vestigial reference to the bat-form, the concept being that Primal and Megatron would each have had 4(!) modes, able to transform freely between them. This was ultimately considered too difficult to animate, and the concept was dropped, Primal's "Prime Jets" being a way to prevent re-writing the flight-related parts of the scripts. <br />
* Primal's gorilla mode, paired against [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s ''T. rex'' mode, was inspired by the showdown in the film ''[[King Kong]]''.<ref>[http://obscuretf.com/hhk/BC04interviews.html Botcon 2004 Interview with Vinnie D'Alleva], p2</ref><br />
* According to the control art of Optimus Primal's first gorilla toy, his chest originally seemed to be a kind of launcher instead of being an homage to the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]].<ref>Page 50, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* The Basic class bat Optimus Primal toy, named "Convobat" in Japan, was homaged in the [[2016]] [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] toy, which is characterized as a separate individual from Optimus Primal.<br />
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==References==<br />
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[[Category:3D Battle-Cards]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Machines Maximals]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars Again]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars Maximals]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars Telemocha Series]]<br />
[[Category:BotCon exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Contest prizes]]<br />
[[Category:Legends Maximals]]<br />
[[Category:Mail order exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Masterpiece]]<br />
[[Category:McDonald's exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Platinum Edition]]<br />
[[Category:Power of the Primes characters]]<br />
[[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br />
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]<br />
[[Category:Robotmasters Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2001) Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Timelines characters]]<br />
[[Category:Titanium Series]]<br />
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Toys"R"Us Japan exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Transformers Character Card]]<br />
[[Category:Transformers with multiple modes]]<br />
[[Category:Transformers with three modes]]<br />
[[Category:Transmetals]]<br />
[[Category:United Autobots]]<br />
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[[Category:Universe Autobots]]<br />
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Optimus Primal (BW)/toys
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[[File:Optimus Primal toys.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey see, Monkey screw you up!]]<br />
'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]]''' has had a barrel full of toys. None of them [[Optimus Minor|monkeys]]!<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:BWtoy-Primalbat.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cheetor. ''Cheetor.'' I'm Batman.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron!''' (Basic Class versus two-pack, 1996)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Amazon no Taiketsu: Convobat VS Megalligator'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''VS-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:The first ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'' Optimus Primal was a Basic Class blue bat which could autotransform into a robot by pulling the tail. Two swords were removable from under its wings for use as weaponry in [[robot mode]]. In the [[Hasbro]] line, he was packaged along with an [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|alligator version of Megatron]] and a [[Optimus Primal vs Megatron!|''Beast Wars'' mini-comic]]. The Japanese release of the two-pack, dubbed "Amazon Showdown" (アマゾンの対決 ''Amazon no Taiketsu''), lacks the comic, but does come with individual character bio cards.<br />
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:Whether this toy can be considered the Optimus Primal character is a matter of debate. Released before the animated series began, which established Optimus Primal as a separate entity from Optimus Prime, the accompanying profiles and mini-comic imply that the Beast Wars are a direct progression of the Autobot/Decepticon war. Whether the animated series's [[retcon]] affected this set of toys is probably a matter of personal preference. It can be interpreted as representing one of the more interesting micro-continuities.<br />
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:The 2007 ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook]]'' asserted that, in [[Beast Wars timeline (IDW)|IDW's version of the ''Beast Wars'' continuity]], Primal's bat form was suggested by the ''Axalon''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer as a potential alt mode, but he rejected it in favour of the more powerful gorilla without ever actually reformatting into it. Thus, this [[micro-continuity]] posits bat mode Primal as an essentially theoretical alt-form that never actually came to be.<br />
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:This mold was also used to make the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#VSS1|Optimus Prime-recolored Convobat]] (explicitly identified as Optimus Prime), the separate individual [[Convobat#Toys|Convobat]], [[Onyx Primal#Toys|Onyx Primal]] as well as inspire the comic character [[Nyx]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimalBat/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (bat) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Optimusprimaltoyultraape.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Yes, missiles come out of his butt.]]<br />
[[File:Prizeprimals.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Brass monkeys.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 1996/1997/1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 "spinal swords", 4 "mega-blast missiles", "mace whip"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: The second Optimus Primal toy was an ape in the Ultra size class. Though the transformation from primate to humanoid was a relatively simplistic one, the toy compensated with more than a fair share of weaponry and action features. A compartment on his right forearm opened to reveal a skull-shaped "mace whip" he could hold in his fist. His left forearm could open into a double-barreled "mega-blast missile" launcher. On his back were two more spring-loaded "mega-blast missile cannons"/launchers which auto-flipped over each shoulder. By pulling a lever in the center of his back, both arms would either spin at the bicep or bend in and out at the elbow, depending on the placement of notch-buttons located on either bicep. This gimmick was shown to be an effort to simulate a gorilla beating its chest while Optimus was in [[beast mode]], but could also be used in robot mode, making him swing his weapons wildly before himself. And finally, like many first-year ''Beast Wars'' toys, a battle mask/"[[mutant head]]" could be deployed over his robot head. The mask is attached to a turntable around the neck, meaning it can either be deployed over Primal's face (with the forehead vent visible) or covering the back of his head, with the red plastic showing through to create a different look and the antenna folded down to make tusks (the intended configuration as per Primal's concept art<ref>[https://www.tfraw.com/p/beast-wars-concept.html?m=1 "Beast Wars Toy Concept Designs" on TFRaw]</ref>).<br />
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:The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Black Jack" for the Italian market, whereas the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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:Takara released the toy under the name of "Convoy" as part of their ''Beast Wars'' line in July of 1997, nearly identical to the Hasbro version. The missiles for the Takara version are thinner and simpler than the original Hasbro version, and would be used in all subsequent releases of the sculpt.<br />
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:This sculpt was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Optimus Primal and [[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]] DX Convoy, and [[retool]]ed into ''Beast Wars Reborn''/''Beast Wars Tenth Anniversary'' versus pack Optimus Primal. Takara also created multiple special variants, including all-gold (from ''[[TV Magazine]]'', only ten awarded), red body with gray head & chest plate (''TV Magazine'' again, but only twenty pieces for lucky draw), and blue-fur (a ''[[Comic Bom Bom]]'' design-contest prize, only thirty awarded).<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (gorilla) at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Convobat''' (Basic, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
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: "Convobat" was also available in Japan as a single boxed toy. This release is identical to the two-pack version.<br />
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: This toy would go without Japanese market fiction until all the way in [[2021]], when it was [[Scorching Heat Showdown|finally characterized...]] as a [[Convobat#Beast Wars|yet third guy.]] [[Megalligator#Beast Wars|At least they're symmetrical now.]]<br />
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[[File:BW-toy VS01 Convoy Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Megatron, master of manspreading.]]<br />
*'''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu: Convoy VS Megatron''' (VS pack, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
<br />
:In Japan, Ultra "Convoy" was available both individually and in a ''very large'' "Strongest Beast Showdown" (最強ビーストの対決 ''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu'') two-pack with Ultra [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS1|Megatron]].<br />
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: Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
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[[File:BW Biocombat Ani Mutants Orcanoch.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
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:In Europe, the ''Beast Wars''-branded ''[[MicroVerse]]'' playsets (see below) were released solely as ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' (English/Spanish/Italian packaging) or ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' (French/Dutch/German packaging) products.<br />
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:This release is entirely identical to the [[#MicroVerse|US ''MicroVerse'' release]] of the toy, aside from the packaging and the branding.<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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:In January of 1998, Takara released a redeco of the Ultra Optimus Primal toy as '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ リアルグレータイプ), changing the black to dark gray, the blue eyes of Gorilla to red, and the blue to metallic blue, although the packaging was the same as the original release save for a sticker on the front of the box. According to the sticker, this limited figure was meant to celebrate the "20,000,000 Unit Breakthrough Commemoration"—apparently commemorating ''20 million'' units of Beast Wars toys sold. Whether this was supposed to represent 20 million worldwide or just in Japan is unclear.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Special Convoy Real Gray Type at TFU.info (scroll down)]''<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (1998?)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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: A [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] redeco of the Ultra figure, '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ スケルトンタイプ) was colorless-clear and black with silver paint detailing. The packaging was the same as the general release except for a sticker on the front of the box.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ClearConvoy/clearconvoy.htm More information on Special Convoy Skeleton Type at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BW-toy OptimusPrimalBurning.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Grape Ape's lesser-known cousin Cherry Ape. Currently an insurance broker in Oak Park, Illinois.]]<br />
* '''Burning Convoy''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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: A Takara redeco of the Ultra Class Primal toy in almost entirely semitransparent red plastic with with metallic gold "flame" markings on his fists and gorilla-mode chest.<br />
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: He was released as a limited-edition figure to promote the [[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|''Beast Wars Special'' movie]], alongside the [[Lio Convoy#Flash|Flash Lio Convoy]] toy. As with the above "Skeleton Type" toy, his packaging and paperwork is identical to the regular retail release; only a sticker on the box window was added to mark the special release.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-PrimalTM.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|Check out those abs!]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: [[Transmetal]] Optimus Primal is a mechanical gorilla that transforms into a partially organic robot. Like all Transmetals, it featured chromed plastic and a third vehicle-inspired mode. In Primal's case, his gorilla mode could transform into a gorilla on a [[hoverboard]]. Two maces were stored on his back and could double as missiles for his hip-holstered blaster.<br />
<br />
:Continuing a trend from Generation 1 where Italian releases of toys representing the same characters as previous toys released under the same name were sometimes given names that didn't reflect the Italian market names of those previous releases, the European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Metal Gorilla" for the Italian market. Like with the Ultra figure, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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: Some units feature a chromed purple variant for the Beast Mode chest.<br />
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: [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s version of the toy exchanged the brown plastic for translucent maroon; other changes included additional paint on the waist and a different eye color. The figure was also available in a set with Transmetal Megatron.<br />
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: This mold was used to make [[Apelinq (BM)#Toys|Apelinq]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Transmetal Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-OpOp.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|It's really about two modes, not four, if you're honest.]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (Super Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Powered Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-47'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' One gun, four missiles, six break-away armor plates<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro)|[[Daniel Sanfilippo]] (deco artist), [[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: Transmetal Optimal Optimus was the first toy in the Super size class, featuring electronics and four transformations: robot, ape, jet, and armored transport. When a back section of the cannon module was pulled, the eyes and shoulder-mounted missile launchers lit up and the launchers fired. It came with four missiles, two of which stored on its legs. Its forearms featured blast-away armor plates that could also be pegged to its upper arms. His cockpit perfectly fits a [[MicroVerse]] figure in the seat.<br />
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: Optimal Optimus's on-package [[bio]] states that he has Cybertronian "air guardian" technology and twin scramjet modules, most likely in reference to [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], whose function was Air Guardian, and his Tech Specs said he had these same scramjet modules.<br />
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: The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the most bizarre choice for the additional alternate name for the Italian market yet, naming ''this'' figure "Optimus Primal" (!). Once again, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimal Optimus" just like the United States version.<br />
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: This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' character [[Optimal]]. This sculpt was also used to make [[Primal Prime]], with a redesign that had separate triggers for the missile-lighting and missile-launching so users would be less likely to shoot themselves in the eye. This body was also the template for [[Megatron (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Megatron]]'s (non-toy) "Optimal" body, seen in "[[Endgame Pt. III: Seeds of the Future]]".<br />
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: The Japanese version features several deco changes including: a more yellow shade of orange, no blue paint on the helmet in robot mode, and black tires instead of purple. Also, the translucent missiles are molded slightly differently. This changed mold was also used by Primal Prime.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimalOptimus/optimaloptimus.htm More information on Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Fateful Showdown: Metals Convoy VS Metals Megatron''' (VS pack, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: In Japan, Metals Convoy was available both individually and in a "Fateful Showdown" (宿命の対決 ''Shukumei no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS40|Metals Megatron]]. Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
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: As mentioned below, this two-pack saw a variant release using the Gold Convoy and Silver Megatron toys in their place. While the figures inside the packaging were different, the packaging remained the same.<br />
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[[File:GoldConvoySilverMegatron.jpg|upright=0.6|thumb|"Oh? You're approaching me? Instead of running away, you come right to me?"]]<br />
*'''Gold Metals Convoy''' (Lucky Draw, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
<br />
: A gold version of Metals Convoy was made available as a [[Lucky Draw]] figure. Five were produced for individual sale, while more were made available in a variant of the above VS pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Silver Megatron]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=ゴールドコンボイ<br />
シルバーメガトロン(各5名)<br />
此方は単品箱版となっており他にもVS-40 宿命の対決セットで同仕様のモノが他雑誌でプレゼントされている(後々紹介予定)。セット版は秋葉原まんだらけやヤフオク等で長期に渡って販売されていたので見たことある方も多いのでは？|link= https://web.archive.org/web/20210710054142/https://twitter.com/kongoriki/status/900705968043868160|name=Kongoriki|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=08|day=24|(defunct=no)}}</ref><br />
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<!-- [[File:PioneerPrimal.jpg|upright=1.2|thumb|"Buy my DVDs".]] Hiding image until a better one can be sourced.--><br />
*'''Silver Metals Convoy''' (DVD pack-in, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
<br />
: Often referred to among the fandom as "Pioneer Primal", Silver Metals Convoy was available via an offer on a ''Beast Wars'' Pioneer DVD. The figure swaps out the blue chrome for silver and places the word "Cybertron" with "Pioneer" on his beast mode chest. Silver Metals Convoy was only limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''MicroVerse''===<br />
[[File:BWMicroversetoy-Primal.jpg|100px|thumb|Seamunky?]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
**''Series'': '''''Beast Wars: Transformers'''''<br />
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: Part of the short-lived ''[[MicroVerse]]'' toyline (from before [[Hasbro]]'s acquisition of rival [[Galoob]] and their micro-toy empire), [[Orcanoch]] transforms into a Maximal base. It came with tiny, non-transforming versions of Optimus Primal and [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]]. These figures were designed to sit in the various mini-vehicles and control modules of the ''MicroVerse'' playsets.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''MicroVerse'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Machines''===<br />
[[File:BM-toy OpPrimalDx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am the exact opposite of show-accurate.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Deluxe Class, 2000)<br />
**''Accessories'': Energy [[shuriken]]<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: The first ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Optimus Primal is a dark bronze and translucent blue technorganic gorilla that transforms into a technorganic robot. Based on early concept art, he has a...loose relationship to show accuracy, with a skeletal beast mode face and entirely different arms. Thankfully his gimmicks ''are'' more or less accurate. His right robot mode arm is spring-loaded to throw the shuriken that stores in his left leg (the ape mode's left shoulder). Like all ''Beast Machines'' toys, he has a hidden "[[spark crystal]]" that displays his faction allegiance; Primal's is in his chest, revealed with the spring-loaded "flexing" motion that also moves his beast mode face up for snarling while posing. His robot mode head also features a changing expression via sliding brow/skullcap.<br />
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: Official [[Hasbro]] stock photography of this toy shows a differently-molded shuriken, lacking the "energy flame" effect.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (Deluxe) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMcD.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey play in the Jungle''<br>''Robot work in the Factory''<br>''They will have a Giant Rumble''!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Happy Meal toy, 2000)<br />
<br />
: McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly simple toy that transforms from a technorganic robot to technorganic ape. Its sculpted detail is based directly that of the television show's model for Primal. It uses translucent plastic for the body, and, like the other McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' toys, there's a sculpted spark crystal on the toy's surface; on Optimus Primal, it is placed on the stomach. Additionally, there are two organic flaps on the toy's back, and in robot mode, nobody's entirely sure exactly what to do with them. Are they rotated all the way down to make his booster jets? Are they rotated out to the sides to make the backs of his shoulder pads? Are they rotated back to where they go in gorilla mode, once you get his heads swapped? We may never know. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/McOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (McDonald's) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMega.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey mates in the Jungle''<br>''Robot replicated in Factory''<br>''They both love their Mother''<br>''Why must they hate each other''?]]<br />
*'''Blast Punch Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class, 2001)<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:One of the last toys released in the ''Beast Machines'' line (under the "Battle for the Spark" rebranding), "Blast Punch" Optimus Primal transforms into a technorganic gorilla more like the show model, though with a considerably brighter color scheme. His main [[gimmick]] is his left arm, which contains a hidden missile launcher. Pushing down on his shoulder armor "winds" the mechanism in his gauntlet. Pushing the spark crystal on his bicep spins his gauntlet around, simultaneously triggering the spring-loaded missile launcher and activating his spring-loaded ramming "blast punch" action, extending his fist forward nearly a full inch. He also has hidden jet thrusters under a panel on his back. In beast mode, a small button on the top of his head pushes his upper face up in a "snarling" action.<br />
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:Due to the small size of the two gears used to rotate the forearm, manually transforming Optimus's left arm can damage the gimmick to the point of no longer working. The soft plastic used in the gears prevents them from crumbling apart and allowing them to be glued to the pin, but damage can be prevented by using the wind-up mechanism exclusively to transform the arm. If it must be moved by hand, turning the forearm in the same direction as the motor allow the larger gears to safely ratchet to minimize damage.<br />
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:Blast Punch Optimus Primal was [[#Beast Wars Returns|the only Japanese release]] of a ''Beast Machines'' toy of Primal, with the only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (Jollibee Kids Meal, 2009)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Pen Keeper<br />
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: Optimus Primal was available as one of three figures in a [[Jollibee]] promotion. The toy is a greatly simplified version of his ''Beast Machines'' Deluxe toy.<br />
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===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===<br />
[[File:RIDtoy-Suprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey versus robot!]]<br />
* '''Air Attack Optimus Primal''' (Supreme Class, 2002)<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
<br />
:Intended for release in the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' toyline, Air Attack Optimus Primal was eventually released as a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] as part of the ''Robots in Disguise'' toyline. Positively oozing light-and-sound gimmicks in both modes, Optimus Primal does ''all'' sorts'a crazy crap, all of which is first activated by pressing his chest plate. Doing so "turns on" his electronics with a metallic shrieking noise, and the toy proceeds to hum constantly while the chest glows with a red LED. The electronics will eventually "turn off" if the toy is left idle, but you don't want to do that! You want to push his head (in either mode), which activates glowing lights in his eyes and actual speech samples of [[Garry Chalk]] from the ''Beast Machines'' cartoon (making Primal the first English-speaking ''Transformers'' toy to have speech clips performed by his actual cartoon voice actor). On top of that, the toy also features a pressure-launching disc-shooter in its robot mode stomach (accompanied by blasting sound effect), and a geared right arm with a spring-loaded punch action (and suitably pained electronic grunt). <br />
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:The ''big'' feature— the one that gives the toy its name— is his jetpack, which pops out (with translucent blue jet flames trailing behind) at the push of a button. This puts the toy into "flight mode", and it constantly produces the sound of whooshing jets, which then rises and falls depending on how the figure is held. Tilt him upwards, and the pitch rises as he ascends! Tilt him down, and ''zoom!'' When the jetpack is not deployed, the jet flames are folded up and form Primal's backplate, with the flame blast effect details being repurposed as ape fur.<br />
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:Also, he has a butt on his head.<br />
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:The [[Gold_Plastic_Syndrome|sparkly brown plastic]] in this figure's chest and legs is prone to breaking.<br />
<br />
:The toy's packaging features both an Autobot and Maximal insignia. The Maximal symbol used, however, is the one used during the "Beast Wars" rather than the one from "Beast Machines", the toyline this toy was meant to be part of.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan on [[August 8]], 2002 as a Toys"R"Us-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Maximal/SupremeOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Air Attack Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Universe'' (2003)===<br />
[[File:Universe2003toy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Kinda looks like Don Rickles, don't you think?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 2003)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:A redeco of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal]] mold, with a color scheme that reflects the "infected" look several other toys were sporting in this line, reflecting the events taking place in-fiction. He retains all weapons and gimmicks of the previous releases of this mold, but with a reworked system for his arm mechanism, making his crazy arm swinging much more controlled.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan in [[August]], 2003 as an [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
<br />
:This deco was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' incarnation of [[Optimus Primal (BWSG)|Optimus Primal]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Universe Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Robotmasters''===<br />
[[File:RMtoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There he is, my littler guy.]]<br />
*'''Beast Convoy''' ([[August 5]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-11'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile<br />
<br />
:Part of the second wave of ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)#Toys|Robotmasters]]'' toys, Beast Convoy is a more [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] mold primarily based upon the original Ultra Class Optimus Primal figure, and using the original Ultra Class toy's color scheme. The mouthplate features an engraved mouth, although it is painted silver like the rest of the face, and lacks the Mutant Head from the original figure. <br />
<br />
:Both forearms contain small, non-firing cannons in them (and thus a skull mace is not included), which can be revealed by flipping up the panels on his arms. Similarly, the missile launchers from the Ultra-class version of the toy have been replaced by non-firing cannons based more closely on the ones from the TV show. <br />
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:Beast Convoy features open-palmed hands, thus preventing him from holding both of his swords in the same hand, but a small connector-piece is included to connect the swords together, allowing Beast Convoy to hold the lower sword with the upper sword connected. <br />
<br />
:Like [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Robotmasters|Beast Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Robotmasters|G1 Convoy]], Beast Convoy comes with a generic blue missile launcher which can fit in his palm. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Burning Beast Convoy''' ([[December 28]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-21'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", missile launcher, missile<br />
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:A recolor of the above Beast Convoy mold, this toy uses the "Burning Convoy" color scheme from the ''Beast Wars II'' movie from where he partnered with Lio Convoy, turning them into Burning Convoy and Flash Lio Convoy respectively. This release did ''not'' include the tiny sword connector part.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Beast Convoy Limited Black Version''' (2005)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile, "Boost Hammer"<br />
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: Available only via mail order through ''Hobby Japan'' magazine, the "Limited Black Version" of Beast Convoy is just that: a straight [[black repaint]] of the Beast Convoy toy. He comes with all his original accessories, appropriately redecoed, as well as a gold-chromed version of the "[[Boost Hammer]]" [[solitarium]] weapon that came with [[Wrecker Hook]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HHBeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy Limited Black Version at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars Returns''===<br />
*'''Convoy''' ([[November 18]], [[2004]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
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:The Mega Class [[#BlastPunch|Blast Punch Optimus Primal]] toy was released in Japan in 2004 as "Convoy" as part of the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)#Japan|Beast Wars Returns]]'' line, exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores. The only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalbwx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Surf monkey / That funky monkey'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Beast Wars 10th Anniversary, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key, ''Axalon'' figurine<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] and [[Marcelo Matere]] (concept art)}}<br />
<br />
: ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]'' Optimus Primal is based loosely on his original ultra ape action figure while pulling some elements from other figures, including a transformation very similar to the Playskool Go-Bot [[Beast-Bot|Gorillabot]], which itself was a nod to Optimus Primal's ''Beast Machines'' form. The sculpts for both BWX leader toys were intentionally designed to blend in with the Jungle Planet aesthetic, "in case" they didn't get a Beast Wars Anniversary release (according to [[Aaron Archer]]'s statements at [[BotCon 2005]]).<br />
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:Similar to his Transmetal form, BWX Optimus Primal also comes with a hoverboard with two [[5 mm post|5mm post]]s at the base, allowing him to ride it in his gorilla mode, or hold it in robot mode via the 5mm posts on his robot palms/gorilla feet. When a [[Cyber Key]] is inserted at the rear of the board, a spring-loaded extending "assault blade" (or "( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) lt blade" as the instructions call it) deploys, and a trigger is revealed to allow one to use the spring-loaded missile launcher at the tip.<br />
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:He is also packaged with a mini-comic-sized reprinting of [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers, Beast Wars: The Gathering|The Gathering]]'' #1, a small [[Axalon (BW)#Toys|''Axalon'']] ship figurine, and a [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]]-style Cyber Key.<br />
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:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|Optimus Prime]], [[BotCon 2014]] [[Apelinq (BM)|Apelinq]] and [[Primal Prime]], and ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#United|Optimus Primal]]. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on 10th Anniversary Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This Toys"R"Us-exclusive set is the Hasbro release of the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' set (see below), but in different packaging with a DVD of the ''Beast Wars'' episode "[[Possession]]". As such, this version of Optimus Primal is identical.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TRUOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (Toys"R"Us Exclusive) at TFU.info]''<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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===''Beast Wars Reborn''===<br />
[[File:BWReborntoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The eighth Optimus of the world... PRIMAL!]]<br />
* '''Convoy vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BWR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This release is a [[retool]] of the original 1996 Ultra toy, with new beast and robot heads, plus a new robot chest piece sculpted to match the television series's portrayal. The color scheme was also altered to be show-accurate, changing the black to dark gray, much of the light gray to medium gray with hints of bronze, primary red to crimson, and blue to a more dull steel blue. All of the toy's previous [[gimmick]]s are retained with the sole exception of the "mutant head." <br />
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:This figure came packaged with a similarly-remolded [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Reborn|Megatron]] and a [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] CD-ROM that contains control art for a number of ''Beast Wars'' toys.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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===''G-2''===<br />
{{anchor|LaserOptimusPrime}}<br />
[[File:LaserPrime reissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Argh TFWiki headache.]]<br />
* '''Battle Convoy''' (Reissue, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TRF-13'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Laser rifle, sword, 5 discs, 3 air power missiles, ripple rocket launcher, 10 rockets<br />
{{repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
<br />
:In 1995, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Optimus Prime]] was a new [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'']] mold that transformed into mid-1990s Western Star 4964EX, pulling a grey and black fuel tank trailer. On the sides of the trailer is a humorous sticker depicting Laser Optimus Prime using a flamethrower to burn down a forest, with the words "Optimus Prime Octane" over the image.<br />
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:In robot mode, like Hero Optimus Prime, the bottom of the truck became his familiar windowed chest based upon the original Optimus Prime toy. His main gimmick was light up LED headlights, and a [[light-piping|lightpipe]] in the bottom of his right fist, illuminated by an LED in his right forearm, that would illuminate his clear sword or his double-barreled rifle if they were used in that hand. All three LEDs were activated simultaneously by pressing the sunroof-like depression on the roof of the truck.<br />
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:The trailer unfolds to form a battle station bristling with many firing weapons. Primarily, it can fire an air-powered missile launcher, a ripple rocket launcher with 5 missiles that can be launched individually (this turret can also be mounted in Laser Prime's hand) and a 'disc launcher', that fired several blue plastic discs adorned with the ''Generation 2'' Autobot sigil. This disc launcher is the only weapon that can be used in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]].<br />
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:This mold was redecoed in 2000 as ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' [[Scourge (RID)#Toys|Black Convoy]], and slightly retooled as Scourge. After Scourge, the next use of this mold was planned to be ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Toxitron (Universe)#Toys|Toxitron]], which ended up being canceled. The slightly retooled version of this mold was released in 2006 in Japan as reissue Battle Convoy, which was the name of this toy during the Japanese ''Generation 2''. The reissue used the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] modified tooling, with a slightly modified deco using silver vacuum-metallized plastic on his chest and trailer sides along with additional paint applications and G2 symbols. The mold was also redecoed to create a ''Generation 2'' version of [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Ultra Magnus]] as an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive. <br />
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:Within the ''[[Beast Wars Reborn]]'' text story, the reissued Laser Prime toy was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as a temporary form for Optimus Primal.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Laser Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br />
{{G2LaserOptimusPrimeMold}}<br />
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===''Timelines''===<br />
[[File:Timelinestoy-PrimalDoFP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Trukk munky?]]<br />
* '''Dawn of Future's Past''' ([[BotCon 2006]] boxset)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, Maximal [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] key<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Moore]] (concept artist)}}<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Here's a closer look at the Optimus Primal photoshopped concept, alongside with the final version. This one stayed really close all the way through to production. Cybertron was my only real choice for obvious reasons. I have a test shot of this figure to..|link=https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581|site=Twitter|name=Joe Moore|year=2021|month=03|day=11}}</ref><br />
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:A [[redeco]] and [[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Voyager Class [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)#Toys|Crumplezone]], ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' "''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' Optimus Primal" transforms into a three-wheeled Cybertronic race car with huge turbine thrusters. These thrusters each contain a spring-loaded missile launcher,and can be swung forward in both vehicle and robot mode by plugging a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into his key-jack. This also activates electronic sound effects. He has a new head that replicates Optimus Primal's first [[character model]].<br />
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:Available only in a multi pack with the ''Axalon'' versions of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Timelines|Cheetor]], [[Rhinox (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rhinox]], and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rattrap]], as well as the ''[[Darksyde (BW)|Darksyde]]'' version of [[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Timelines|Dinobot]].<br />
<br />
:Some consider this toy somewhat of an in-joke, because when fans initially saw pics of Crumplezone, they criticised it for looking like a monkey. <br />
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::*''[https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581 Designer commentary on Axalon Optimus Primal from Joe Moore on Twitter]''<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/BCOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Axalon Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:Titanium Optimal Optimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Ready? And... Faceplant!]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (6" Cybertron Hero, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand with nameplate<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released in the third wave of the 6-inch Cybertron Heroes assortment, ''[[Titanium Series]]'' Optimal Optimus transforms from robot mode into either his ground vehicle or jet forms, but likely for budgetary reasons, he does ''not'' have his usual gorilla mode. Also unlike the original toy, his chest cannons can be flipped back into his torso. This toy was denoted as an [[Autobot]] both on his stand and on his shoulder, even though Optimal is generally a [[Maximal]].<br />
<br />
:This figure was going to be used for [[Primal Prime]], but that toy was ultimately canceled late in its development.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimalOptimus/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Binaltech''===<br />
[[File:BTBlackConvoy toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There! He's a trukk! Ya happy now?]]<br />
* '''Black Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BT-17'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Engine/blaster<br />
{{Repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
<br />
: Black Convoy is the first ''Binaltech'' release since [[Skids (G1)#Alternators/Binaltech|Skids]] in early 2006, and was available exclusively in Japan at the winter Wonder Festival in 2007. His plastic colours are different from Nemesis Prime's, with grey plastic replacing the black on his shins, waist, shoulders, and forearms. In addition, Nemesis Prime's windows are tinted red, but Black Convoy's windows are completely clear. His paint deco is based upon ''Kiss Players'' Convoy's, arranged in the same patterns but using teal, and he has vacuum-metallized wheels and front grill. The paint deco on his head is meant to evoke that of ''Car Robots'' [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]]. Perhaps the most important differences are that he has die-cast metal parts, and most of his truck body panels are coated in gloss black paint.<br />
<br />
: Perhaps due to cost-cutting, this toy was released in the large bubble-on-a-tray packaging also used in the ''Alternators'' line. However, he came with no character or packaging art.<br />
<br />
: The ''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' fiction [[Repurposing|repurposes]] this figure as a new body for Optimus Primal, based on how Primal's disembodied spark had previously taken possession of Nemesis's body earlier in the ''[[Story of Binaltech|Binaltech]]'' story.<br />
::*[[Source:Transformers Binaltech bios#17|Archive of ''Binaltech'' Black Convoy's bio and tech specs]]<br />
{{AlternatorsOptimusPrimeMold}}<br />
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===''Beast Wars Telemocha Series''===<br />
[[File:BWTelemocha Convoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Anyone else feel like we're going in circles?]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords<br />
:''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]]'' Convoy is an extensive redeco of the ''Robotmasters'' Deluxe-sized Beast Convoy figure in a similar style to the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool of the original Ultra Class figure.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Cybertron/Convoy/convoy.htm More information on Telemocha Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWTelemochaDXPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Seriously, we're getting dizzy!]]<br />
*'''DX Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-SP'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
:An extensive show-accurate redeco of the original Ultra-class Optimus Primal mold ''without'' the recently remolded head and chestplate. Oh [[TakaraTomy]], you so crazy.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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===''United''===<br />
[[File:Unitedtoy-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Chicks dig hoverboards that turn into giant blasters - right?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' ([[February 25]], [[2012]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''UN-30'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key<br />
<br />
: Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' toys, Optimus Primal (using his Hasbro market name) is a [[repaint]] of the Deluxe-sized ''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'' Optimus Primal toy, and is the first release of the mold in Japan. He features warmer, more yellowish paint for the gorilla chest and face, and relocates the [[Maximal]] [[insignia]] to the ''underside'' of his gorilla backside [[kibble]] panel. His hoverboard, meanwhile, uses a darker shade of blue paint for the Cyber Key jack, and the front of the hoverboard features both the "stripes" from [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|the ''Cybertron'' redeco]] of this toy, and the fully-painted vents from the "10th Anniversary" version.<br />
<br />
:Like the 5th and 6th wave figures, Optimus Primal's package feature a sticker that said "limited quantity (数量限定)", indicating that this figure is released in limited numbers after its first and only shipment. Both his [[instructions]] and packaging brand him as an [[Autobot]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/UnitedOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''United'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Legend Commander Collection''===<br />
[[File:Legend-Commander-Collection-LC-02-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb| The old man's back again.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' (2014)<br />
**''ID number'': '''LC-02'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords<br />
<br />
: Part of the ''[[Legend Commander Collection]]'' sold at [[Transformers Expo]], Convoy (Beast Wars) is a redeco of ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy. The toy also features several deco differences: While the paint applications were similar to the first ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy toy, the mouth was painted blue like the ''Telemocha'' Convoy, the white paint uses on this toy are brighter white compared to the first toy, some of the Robot Mode's chest detailing features lavender white paint details, and the gunmetal paint were used for the Beast Mode face. Like G1 Convoy, Convoy (Beast Wars) doesn't come with the launcher accessory.<br />
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:Remaining stock of the toy was sold through [[TakaraTomy Mall]].<br />
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===''Legends''===<br />
[[File:TakaraLegends Lg02 Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mmm... Monke]]<br />
* '''Convoy''' ('''Optimus Primal''')<ref>LG02 Convoy's packaging has "Optimus Primal" as the accompanying English subtitle to "コンボイ".</ref> ([[October 25]], [[2014]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG02'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail <br />
<br />
:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' "Convoy" is a redeco of the [[#Beast Wars Reborn|''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool]] of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal toy]]. While he shares mostly the same paint mask to the ''Reborn'' figure, some of his parts featured different paint applications; His gunmetal gray chest, face, fingers & chest paint details are now replaced with dark grey. He comes with a leaflet featuring a character profile, tech specs, and the [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 2|''Legends'' Bonus Edition Volume 2]] mini-comic.<br />
<br />
:Fiction-wise, this toy represents the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after he contracted [[Transformers sickness]] for the first time.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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[[File:Ape-X.jpg|right|300px|thumb|..Come on get down with the sickness.]]<br />
*'''Convobat''' ([[December 19]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG-EX'''<br />
{{note|[[Ape X Arms]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after contracting [[Transformers sickness]] for the second time in the ''[[Transformers Legends (comic)|Legends]]'' comic.}}<br />
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:Available with the [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] figure, Ape X Arms is a redeco of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]]'s accessory, in [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#OptimalOptimus|Optimal Optimus]]'s colors. Convobat and [[Megalligator#Legends|Megalligator]] can ride Ape X Arms in robot mode. Ape X Arms can also transform into a 5 mm gun for larger ''Titans Return'' or any ''Legends'' Headmaster figures to wield, or combine with either of the two Headmasters to form a jet.<br />
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:As a redeco of a Titan Master vehicle accessory, care must be taken with the gun mode's handle: the handle fits tightly in many 5 mm-compatible closed hands, and combined with the handle's lack of metal pin running through the joint, removing it by force causes the handle to pop out of the joint.<br />
{{TRApefaceMold}}<br />
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===''Platinum Edition''===<br />
[[File:Transformers-Platinum-Edition-BM-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Probably not as fun as a barrel of munkies.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Year of the Monkey exclusive, 2016)<br />
** ''Accessories'': Disc <br />
{{toydesigner|[[Ramon Campos]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:Sold at the rather expensive price of $140.00 (but often discounted), ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the [[Trukk not munky|Monkey]]" Optimus Primal is a redeco of [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|''Robots in Disguise'' Air Attack Optimus Primal]], with his coloration inspired by an amalgamation of [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]] and/or [[Primal Prime]]. He retains all the electronic gimmicks from the previous toy, with an exception of the voice clips (unfortunately, only the lines "Optimus Primal" (said ''twice'') and "Transformers" are played) and sound effects/music, which was newly recorded. He also sometimes yells "transform!" when pushing his chest, and now growls if you shoot the disc in beast mode or push his monkey head. The chest no longer hums after turning it on.<br />
<br />
:His stock photos were mistransformed: both his robot and beast mode's chests were inverted, and his beast mode's thumbs were not rotated. <br />
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===''Masterpiece''===<br />
[[File:BW-Masterpiece-MP32-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best munky ever.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[October 29]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-32'''<br />
**''Hasbro release name:'' '''Beast Convoy (Optimus Primal)'''<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-takara-tomy-masterpiece-mp-32-beast-convoy-optimus-primal Used only on the Hasbro Pulse website listing.]</ref><br />
**''Hasbro release date:'' [[June 1]], [[2022]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Three ape faces, four robot faces, two Cyber Blades, skull flail (Asia exclusive)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released to celebrate ''Beast Wars''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s 20th anniversary, ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Convoy is a faithful recreation of the character as he appeared in the Mainframe animated series. <br />
<br />
[[File:TF-Masterpiece-MP32-Asia-exclusive-skull-flail.jpg|left|100px|thumb|It's a lost art of weaponry.]]<br />
:Matching his original figure, Convoy has two "cyber blade" swords, which can now be stored on his back in robot mode. Each wrist has cartoon-accurate flip-out "plasma cannons", while his "mega blaster" shoulder cannons have also been recreated. In robot mode, a panel can rotate in his posterior to reveal his "convoy jet".<br />
<br />
:Convoy has the new gimmick of light-up eyes. These are powered by two computer batteries stored in the beast mode head and activated by pressing down the robot mode head. They stay lit for about ten seconds. Convoy comes with three different gorilla faces: neutral; smiling and angry, and four different robot mode faces: open-mouthed; close-mouthed; smirking and original style mouthless faceplate. <br />
<br />
:''Masterpiece'' Convoy is an inch or two smaller than his original Ultra Class toy, comparable to Beast Wars Neo [[Big Convoy]]. Not shown in the instructions is a peghole in the waist, designed to allow Convoy to be mounted on a flying stand. Another undocumented feature is a peg on his back, that allows ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Generations|Rattrap]] to ride on his back by plugging the aforementioned peg in the hole that is normally used for weapon storage in beast mode.<br />
<br />
:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a die-cast skull flail based on the one that came with the original toy. It comes packaged in a cardboard box designed to look like a crate of [[banana]]s.<br />
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:Convoy was a candidate in TakaraTomy's [[Fan polls#Masterpiece Fan's Choice|''Masterpiece'' Fan's Choice]] poll in 2013, which asked fans to determine which Autobot/Maximal leader from the franchise's then-30 year history should receive a new ''Masterpiece'' toy. He only placed sixth, with 4.6% of the vote. Good things come to those who wait, we guess.<br />
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:In [[2021]], [[Hasbro Pulse]] revealed that they would be carrying Takara-Tomy's concurrent reissue of Beast Convoy exclusively through their website for a 2022 release date, with other online retailers following a couple of months thereafter. This release is identical to the original 2016 figure, except for two minor differences. First, the "Beast Wars 20th Anniversary" logo on the box front is changed to the standard Masterpiece "Long Life Design" stamp as the 20th anniversary no longer applied. Second, the figure's shoulderpads can now close fully around upper arms for ape mode, a minor error on the original run, and the previously delicate matte paint is now far more durable, no longer scratching off during normal transformation.<br />
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::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/i.php?ID=6541 More information on Optimus Primal (Masterpiece) at Transformers-Universe.com]''<br />
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*'''Cheetus (Beast Wars)''' ([[February 25]], 2017)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-34''' <br />
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:Preorders of ''Masterpiece'' [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Masterpiece|Cheetus]] supplied by Hasbro Asia come with a die-cast Optimus Primal minifigure, as opposed to the [[collector coin]] typically accompanying ''Masterpiece'' releases from Hasbro Asia.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/masterpiece-cheetor-color-images.1066483/page-168#post-15460586 TFW2005 Forums discussion, 2 February 2018]</ref><br />
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[[File:TF-BW-MP32-Optimus-Primal-Legendary-Commander-Version.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best-er Munkey]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) Legendary Leader Ver.''' ([[June 24]], [[2017]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape face, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades, Double Blade, weapon rack, hammer, Beast Mask, backpack, [[banana]]s (Asia exclusive)<br />
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:This Optimus Primal is a redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure above, with the deco greatly resembling his original toy colors and his appearance in the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars Special]]'' "[[Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!]]" He also comes with a combined sword (representing putting both swords in the hand of the original toy), a "weapon rack" to mount said combined sword, an additional skull flail (a new mold from the Asia exclusive accessory that came from the first release), a new mask which is based on his original toy's mutant head, and a new backpack piece that mounts on the back peg to mount the combined swords, the skull mace and the mutant head mask on Primal's back.<br />
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:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a bunch of bananas in a cardboard crate. Each banana is a separate piece that can be removed from the stalk piece.<br />
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[[File:MPBurningConvoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Super Simian]]<br />
*'''Burning Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[March 25]], [[2020]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38+'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape faces, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades<br />
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:Released to accompany [[Lio Convoy#Masterpiece|MP-48 Lio Convoy]], Burning Convoy is yet another redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, this time resembling his Burning Convoy appearance from "Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!" He also has a reduced inventory, with only two of the gorilla and robot faces each.<br />
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:Due to shipment issues, Hasbro Pulse's release of Burning Convoy was delayed to April 2020.<br />
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:Burning Convoy was released as an EB Games exclusive in Canada and Australia.<br />
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===''Titans Return''===<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Master, <s>2017</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:For ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'', Hasbro apparently intended to release a [[Titan Master]] version of Optimus Primal, which would have been a redeco of [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]] with alternate head<ref name="allsparkint">[https://www.allspark.com/2018/07/impromptu-allspark-com-interview-with-john-warden-hasbro-brand-team-at-sdcc-2018/ Allspark interview at SDCC 2018]</ref> and would have been included in [[wave]] 5 alongside [[Ramhorn (G1)#TitansReturn|Ramhorn]] and [[Toraizer#Generations|Toraizer]]. A listing was first found in [[Toys"R"Us]]'s systems.<ref name="trutr">[http://news.tfw2005.com/2016/08/28/titans-return-new-listings-legends-cosmos-seaspray-voyager-blitzwing-octane-324058 Toys"R"Us listings] for then upcoming ''Titans Return'' figures, including Titan Master "Optimus Prime".</ref> Almost a year later, a listing was also found on [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]]'s German website;<ref name="amazontr">[https://www.amazon.de/dp/B06WP21QJG Amazon Germany listing] for ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal.</ref> but ultimately, Ramhorn was the only new Titan Master figure included in wave 5, and it's currently unclear how far the Toraizer and Optimus Primal even made it in the planning stage. A [[Walmart]] listing under the UPC barcode assigned to Optimus Primal now reads as "discontinued by vendor".<ref name="walmarttr">[https://www.walmart.com/ip/Discontinued-by-Vendor/133608534 Walmart listing] for what would have been ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal, now "discontinued by vendor".</ref><br />
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===''Power of the Primes''===<br />
[[File:POTP-Leader-Evolved-Optimal-Optimus.jpg|thumb|If you don't want ''Beast Wars'' to win, don't put it on the ballot!|300px]]<br />
* '''Evolution Optimal Optimus''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-27'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 25]], 2018<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Gray]] and [[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:In accordance with his victory in a poll to choose the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]], Optimus Primal received a toy in ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]''. Like all ''Power of the Primes'' Leader Class figures, Optimus is a small Deluxe-sized robot who combines with the armor to form a larger figure based on the "Optimal Optimus" toy from the original ''Beast Wars'' toyline. His smaller robot form transforms into a futuristic cargo ship; according to Hasbro at [[Toy Fair 2018]], the inner robot is meant to represent his Cybertronian form.<br />
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:He includes a Matrix of Leadership accessory with a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can store in the cockpit, in reference to the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' episode "[[Optimal Situation]]", as well as two cannons which can be held as clubs or as guns in robot mode, and they can store in the legs of the Evolution Armor in ape mode. The Evolution Armor transforms into Optimal Optimus's gorilla mode, minus his backpack. The gorilla can ride Optimus Primal's ship mode as a surfboard, as a callback to Primal's [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal]] body and [[#Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'']] Deluxe figure. Optimus Primal can transform into a backpack for the gorilla, or combine with the armor to form a jet; the toy does ''not'' turn into the wheeled "ground cruiser" mode of the original OpOp. His two cannons can be placed next to his head, or on his chest after moving the cockpit downwards. They can also be left off and combined into a larger rifle or stored on his legs. In combined robot or ape mode, the weapons (individually or as a rifle) can be pegged into a 5mm post hole on either thumb, through there is no real way to do this that isn't awkward due to the placement.<br />
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[[File:TF-PotP-SDCC-2018-Throne-of-the-Primes-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Optimus Prime's belief that "[[Triple Takeover|thrones are for Decepticons]]" isn't shared by Optimus Primal.]]<br />
*'''Throne of the Primes''' (Leader Class, 2018)<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-43'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[January 26]], [[2019]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, Matrix of Leadership frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields, crown, [[Scepter of Sparks]], [[Throne of the Primes]], 4 Prime Master figures<br />
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:''Power of the Primes'' "Throne of the Primes" Optimal Optimus is a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2018-exclusive redeco of Evolution Optimal Optimus. The biggest change in his deco is to the Evolution Armor itself, which features the same colors as the core figure. The waist and backpack of the core figure, along with the blast shields, are cast in same dark gray as his shoulders, chest, and calves. The outer shell of the Matrix core figure is recolored reddish-orange, and the cannons feature additional paint applications.<br />
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:The additional accessories tie in to Primal's winning of the [[Power of the Primes (franchise)#Notes|2017 fan vote for the next Prime]]. The Scepter of Sparks, modelled after the [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal figure]]'s club, which doubles as a mace, can hold up to four Prime Masters, such as the four included in this set. The crown is a new mold, featuring the Maximal logo on the front. Finally, the Throne of the Primes, while a cardboard insert, features artwork of the faces of the eight other competitors in the survey—[[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]], [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]], and [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Unknown Evil]]. The Prime Masters can also be stored in the [[Halo of Primus]], a circular rotating plastic tray included on the back of the throne.<br />
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:The four Primes he comes with are [[Amalgamous Prime#Generations|Amalgamous]], [[Nexus Prime#Generations|Nexus]], [[Prima#Generations|Prima]] and the [[Thirteenth Prime#Generations|Thirteenth]].<br />
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:For some odd reason, HasbroToyShop stock photography showed the figure with a [[Megatronus]] [[Inferno (G1)/toys#Generations|Inferno]] [[Prime Master/Combinations|card]], despite the figure coming with his own special card.<br />
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:Debuting at SDCC 2018, this set was later made available via [[Hasbro Toy Shop]], but sold out in about 20 minutes. The toy was later released at general retail in Taiwan and Japan.<br />
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===''Encore''===<br />
[[File:Encore-Returns-Convoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Ha, screw you [[scale]]!]]<br />
*'''Returns Convoy''' ([[November 24]], [[2018]])<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
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:''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' Returns Convoy is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Supreme Class [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Air Attack Optimus Primal]], featuring a show-accurate deco on the majority of the figure (which had the pleasant side effect of curing the toy of [[Gold Plastic Syndrome]]). As a Japanese re-release, Returns Convoy's voice lines are provided by [[Takehito Koyasu]], including one referencing the infamous "Yvonco Pettanko" joke from the ''Beast Wars Returns'' episode "[[Fallout|The Cost of Victory]]".<br />
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===<br />
[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-Voyager-Class-OptimusPrimal.jpg|thumb|300px|New slogan of the year: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|TRUKK]] '''AND''' MUNKY!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])<br />
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K8'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-01'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 27]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Ken Christiansen]] (concept artist)}}<ref>Transformers panel at [[Hasbro PulseCon 2020]]</ref><br />
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: Released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'', ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Optimus Primal transforms from a robot accurate to his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon into a realistic gorilla in 22 steps, as well as a cartoon-accurate ''King Kong'' style bipedal gorilla third mode. The figure makes up for its size with above-average articulation, including butterfly shoulder joints, double-jointed knees, opening hands, rotating shins for a foot point, and toe articulation in both modes. Optimus Primal also has fold-out shoulder cannons, two Cyber Blades that store on his back in either mode, and pop-out jointed forearm blasters. A rarity for the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'', Optimus Primal has no [[5 mm post|5 mm]] ports barring his hands, making him largely incompatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]. However, he still features 3 mm posts at the end of his blaster tips, as well as his buttflap; helping to replicate his "Primejets" from the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon. His hands also feature articulated fingers along with a thumb molded to approximate the 5 mm peghole, although due to this he cannot hold both Cyber Blades in one hand as the original figure could.<br />
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:Stock renders cast his robot mode feet in a more show-accurate grey. Hasbro stock photography (right) is mistransformed, with the robot mode's shoulder cannons still extended on the gorilla's shoulders. Some pictures also pose his gorilla legs in a way that makes the flap of thigh-covering [[kibble]] appear like a loincloth, when it can plug into his [[flight stand]] port to sit flush with the legs for a natural appearance. Optimus Primal also comes packaged with his shoulder cannons deployed, although they can be folded away in robot mode. Some specimens have silver paint on the Cyber Blades, others are off-white. It is not known which [[variant]] is more common.<br />
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:Due to insufficient clearance in his waist area, it is ''very'' easy to scrape off the white paint on top of his inner thigh from simply manipulating the figure. The most permanent solution would be to disassemble the the waist and shave down the contacting surfaces.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/optimus-primal-anti-scraping-mod.1209685/ ''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal Anti-Paint Scraping Modification]</ref> Otherwise, exercise lots of caution when moving his hips. <br />
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:Like all ''Kingdom'' Voyager figures, Optimus Primal comes with a [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] card that "[[Source:Golden Disk destinies|reveals a possible destiny of a key character]]", with each character having three possible destiny variants. <br />
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[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-KD-EX-Burning-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Burning Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2023]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-EX'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[April 1]], 2024<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
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:Released to promote the ''Rise of the Beasts'' movie, this Optimus Primal is a redeco of the ''Kingdom'' Voyager Class figure in his "Burning Convoy" form.<br />
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:Burning Optimus Primal is available as a Lawson Ticket exclusive item, where the customers must buy the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts|movie's]] special ticket along with the figure. He is also sold individually, unlike his unlucky wavemate [[Nemesis_Prime_(AOE)#Studio_Series|Nemesis Prime]]. <br />
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===<br />
[[File:WFCNetflixtoy-Maximal-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| Reject 1984; Return to Munky]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Battle 2-pack, [[2021]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''WFC-19'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[December 29]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
: Netflix Optimus Primal is a minor redeco of the Kingdom figure, with the only major differences being show accurate grey feet, lighter eyes in beast mode, and all-around darker colours. Gunmetal replaces all light silver on the figure and light silver replaces the metallic blue on the inner chest section. Primal is packaged with a similarly redecoed [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Rattrap]] figure.<br />
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:In addition to same the paint-scraping hips as before, his hands are now almost completely covered in black paint, and paint in the 5mm palms can wear off over time.<br />
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===''Vintage Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:Vintage-Beast-Wars-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| You have seen this toy ''so many times'' on this page.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Reissue, 2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:In celebration of the 25th anniversary of ''Beast Wars'', the original 1996 Ultra Class Optimus Primal was reissued under the ''[[Vintage|Vintage Beast Wars]]'' lineup. Optimus Primal features all the same accessories and functionality as the latest mold use of the original toy but differs slightly in deco, having a slate blue instead of regular blue for the missiles, swords, and mace handle. The front and back of the head are now cast in gray plastic, painted dark metallic blue and the faceplate is then ''painted'' flat gray over that—as opposed to the original, where the back was cast in red plastic and the front was flat gray plastic with the helmet painted blue. The lack of bare red plastic on the back of the head affects the look of the mutant face in its intended configuration, where it's rotated to form the forehead. The robot mode chest is also lacking any inner red paint applications from the original.<br />
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:Much like ''[[Vintage|Vintage G1]]'', Optimus Primal is packaged in a box styled after the original ''Beast Wars'' toy packaging, [[package art]] and all. Also similar to ''Vintage G1'', the time disparity since the original release has the toy reasonably set at over double the price of the toy's 1996 release, $52.99 USD versus $20, and is exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the United States and Canada. Due to accommodating multiple languages, the bio card is also rather drastically changed, including using a silhouette of 2007 ''[[Movie (franchise)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime's]] head for the intelligence. The [[cross-sell]] for [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Cheetor]] and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Rattrap]] label them both inaccurately as Mega Class figures, instead of Deluxe Class and Basic Class, respectively (though both ''are'' priced the same).<br />
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===''Classic Heroes Team''===<br />
[[File:Classic Heroes Team Rescan Optimus Primal toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (All Star Rescan, [[2022]])<br />
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: ''[[Transformers: Classic Heroes Team|Classic Heroes Team]]'' Optimus Primal is a ''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (toyline)|Rescue Bots]]''-style Rescan figure, featuring a simple conversion from gorilla to robot mode. He features a pair of (non-firing) missile launchers on his back in both modes.<br />
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: Somewhat of a rarity among ''Transformers'' toys, both the toy itself and its packaging lack insignias or any kind of mention to what faction the character belongs to.<br />
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===''Authentics''===<br />
[[File:TF-Authentic-Titan-Changers-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''King Kong Adventure Phock''.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Changer, 2022)<br />
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:''Authentics'' Titan Changer Optimus Primal is a 28cm figure with a very simple conversion from robot to gorilla.<br />
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:The toy was first [https://www.thetoyshop.com/action-toys-figures/action-figures/Transformers-Titan-Changers---Optimus-Primal-28cm-Figure/p/560587_PRMAL listed at thetoyshop.com], without any fanfare.<br />
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[[File:TF-Authentics-Bravo-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Bravo, 2023)<br />
**Accessories: 2 Blasters<br />
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:Released in the sixth wave of [[Transformers Authentics|''Authentics'']] "Bravo" figures, Optimus Primal is a smaller version (about the size of the regular Legends/Core Class) of the character, and transforms into a gorilla. He comes with two blasters that he can hold, mount on his robot mode shoulders, or mount on his back in gorilla mode. Unlike most of the "Bravo" figures, Primal features fairly decent articulation.<br />
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:The figure was first sighted in Taiwan.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Again''===<br />
[[File:TF-BW-Vintage-JP-BWVS-01-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|'''Bugs Bunny:''' "Take one more step on that rope and I'll cut it!" <br/> '''Primal:''' *''pulls the entire continent over to him''*]]<br />
*'''Kōkyū Beast no Taiketsu''' ([[August 26]], [[2023]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BWVS-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Sabers"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]] (packaging artist)}}<br />
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:Released as part of the ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers Again|Beast Wars Again]]'' line, the "Eternal Beast Showdown" (恒久ビーストの対決) set contains Convoy and [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Again|Megatron]]. Convoy is a redeco of [[#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal]] in a slavishly cartoon-accurate deco based on his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon. Unlike the previous two uses of the mold, this version of Primal solves the paint-scraping hip issue by molding the thighs themselves in white plastic, instead painting the gorilla fur details on the outsides of the thighs black.<br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
===''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''===<br />
*'''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''' (1996)<br />
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:Released to advertise ''Beast Wars<nowiki>'</nowiki>'' airing in Japan, a small, hand-held slide-puzzle depicting Optimus Primal in robot mode, brandishing a sword, one arm cannon deployed, and looking very dynamic.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalmutatingcard.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)<br />
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:Optimus Primal was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game|card game]].<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''===<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''' (1997)<br />
: A pair of red, black and white sneakers, with the ''Beast Wars'' logo printed on the sole, a photo of Primal's beast mode head on the toe, and the name "OPTIMUS PRIMAL" repeated around the shoe's lateral.<br />
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===Kabaya===<br />
[[File:BWchoco primal.jpg|thumb|Grape ape.]]<br />
*'''Convoy vs Megatron''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
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:Part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Choco|Beast Wars Choco]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s, this small soft-rubber figurine of Optimus Primal—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''—came in a set with a similar figure of Megatron, along with a bio card and candy-covered chocolates. The figures were available in either translucent purple or smoky grey rubber.<br />
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[[File:Bwgum primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Little Apetimus Prime]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Mace, two swords<br />
:A snap together model kit of Optimus Primal was available as part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Gum|Beast Wars Gum]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s. Based on his original Ultra-class gorilla toy, the kit was sculpted from purple and black plastic with some sparse stickers for details, and could transform from robot to beast mode by being broken down into its component parts, then rebuilt into a new mode. It came with a stick of gum.<br />
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* '''Convoy''' (1997)<br />
: A nontransformable figurine of bat-body Primal, sculpted in a sword-wielding action pose across a blue base. Figure is painted. <br />
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* '''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
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: A tiny plastic Convoy figurine in his gorilla body and molded onto an irregularly-shaped stand was released by Kabaya. Labeled toy 1 of 6, the other characters in his wave were Dinobot, Rattrap, Megatron, Cheetor, and Rhinox. As always, terrible candy is included.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: Another small transformable figure was based on his first Transmetal body. It was multicolored and also came with gum.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: A second, but non-transformable figure of Transmetal Optimus Primal was made in clear plastic, blue, and gray. Gum!<br />
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===''1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair''===<br />
[[File:BW-Metals-Convoy-Clear-Type-Figure.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|There's two and they're blue, with a back-view showing details just for you!]]<br />
*'''Metals Convoy Clear-Type Figure''' (Toei Anime Fair present, 1999)<br />
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: Released along with Arthur from the ''[[Microman|Tiny Giant Microman]]'' anime, this Metals Convoy figurine is a small, rubbery, transparent light-blue figurine based on his Transmetal form.<br />
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: Each figurine was packed in a semi-translucent-gray baggie, sealed with a single piece of tape. Included inside the baggie was also a sheet of paper with warnings and choking hazards on it.<br />
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: He and Arthur were available for the boy's section of the pre-screening purchase of the ''[[1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair]]''. Metals Convoy was limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''Metal Monument''===<br />
[[File:Metalmonumentconvoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Pelvic thrust: ON! Hungh!]]<br />
* '''Metal Monument Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
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: As the name suggests, the product is a [[die-cast]] statue of Optimus Primal. The head is convertible/removable in order to change the normal one with the battle mask/mutant head. The [[Package art|box art]] and the design of the product are both done by [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]].<br />
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===''Real Figure''===<br />
[[File:RealFig Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=.88]]<br />
* '''Real Figure Metals Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 shoulder panels<br />
<br />
:A pocket-sized version of Transmetal Optimus Primal was released in Japan by Takara in 1999. The tiny figure is fully transformable from gorilla to robot, though the shoulder panels need to be removed and placed on the gorilla mode sides. The figure is low on articulation, only having movable elbows and knees, though the latter is for his transformation. It lacks the "flying surfboard" mode of the larger toy.<br />
<br />
:This Real Figure is the only one to be transformable, as subsequent releases were merely mini-figures with limited articulation.<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:TitaniumSeries-Primal3inch.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built—it was ''poured!'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (3" Robot Master figurine, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand, swords<br />
<br />
:This 3-inch die-cast and plastic figurine of Optimus Primal features him in his ''Beast Wars'' season 1 appearance, with swords drawn in an action pose. The swords can be removed from his hands if you feel like it. He came with an [[Autobot]] figure stand, weirdly enough.<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===First 4 Figures===<br />
[[File:First 4 Figures Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (<s>2006</s> unreleased)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Henry Cheng]]}}<br />
<br />
:First revealed in 2006 at both the UK<ref>[https://news.tfw2005.com/2006/01/25/first4figures-beast-wars-and-transformers-vs-g-i-joe-statuesbusts-4267 "First4Figures Beast Wars and Transformers VS. G.I. Joe Statues/Busts"] at TFW2005.com</ref> and New York [[Toy Fair]]s,<ref>[https://tformers.com/transformers-/5568/news.html "Toy Fair 2006 - First4Figures TF & GI Joe Statues& Busts"] at tformers.com</ref> this was to be an 8-inch tall resin bust of Optimus Primal released as part of a ''Beast Wars'' tenth anniversary series by model company [[First 4 Figures]]. Primal is depicted from the pelvis and upwards and mounted on a Maximal-themed base, and is sculpted in a style generally accurate to the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon series, though with the all-blue sword of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class toy]] (and a product listing that bizarrely noted an influence from [[Dreamwave Productions]]).<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070214013533/http://www.first4figures.com/exclusivesproduct_detail.asp?range=3&id=40 Optimus Primal product listing on First 4 Figures's website] (archive)</ref><br />
<br />
:Mini busts in the planned ''Beast Wars'' line were designed to reflect the scale of the characters as seen in the cartoon, and each was set to be limited to 1,996 pieces, in a nod to the franchise's year of origin.<ref name=ASM>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070806062058/http://toyfair06.asmzine.com/first4figures/report.html "First4Figures Limited Transformers Statues and Busts Info!"] at ASMzine.com (archived)</ref> Primal was among the first intended to be released (likely ''the'' first, given both finalised stock images and a full product listing) in July 2006, though after a series of delays, he and the rest of the ''Beast Wars'' bust line were cancelled, with First 4 Figures citing a challenging marketplace and lack of retailer interest.<br />
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===''3D Battle-Card Game''===<br />
[[File:3DBattleCard-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|All your favorite 3D action!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2007)<br />
<br />
: A 52-point "rare" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Optimus Primal "transforms" into a black ape. He uses the same parts layout as [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]], [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]], and [[Rampage (G1)|Rampage]], although the figure's beast mode is assembled differently. Optimus Primal is nominally the leader of the Autobots in the set. The surface of the figure uses images of the original Ultra ape toy. <br />
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===''Robot Heroes''===<br />
[[File:Robotheroestarantulasprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Primal mocks Tarantulas's inability to display jazz hands.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Predacon Tarantulas''' (Two-pack, 2008)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
<br />
: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', this PVC figurine of Optimus Primal's original gorilla body has articulation in the shoulders and neck. He was available only in a "Beast Wars Series" two-pack with [[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#Robot Heroes|Tarantulas]] (amusingly enough, the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] he also came with in the ''[[MicroVerse]]'' [[Orcanoch#Beast Wars|Orcanoch]] playset).<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Maximal/RHOprimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Robot heroes primal jetstorm.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The next Bio-Force Ape? Only time will tell.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Jetstorm''' (Two-pack, <s>2009</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
<br />
:Optimus Primal would have come with [[Jetstorm (BM)#Robot Heroes|Jetstorm]] in this "Beast Machines Series" set. Like the other later ''Robot Heroes'' waves, this toy was cancelled because retailers only wanted ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' toys. Some managed to trickle out into the wild - the picture seen here comes from an eBay auction. He looks... Unhinged, to say the least.<br />
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===Prime 1 Studio===<br />
====''Premium Masterline''====<br />
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Premium Masterline Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2017)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''PMTFBW-01''' / '''01EX''' (exclusive)<br />
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, battle mask (exclusive)<br />
<br />
:[[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Premium Masterline'' Optimus Primal is a highly detailed statue of Primal's robot mode posing over the bits of a destroyed [[Waspinator (BW)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Waspinator]]. He features LED lights on his eyes.<br />
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:The statue comes with an alternate head with an angry expression. The exclusive version also comes with another head with his face covered by his battle mask.<br />
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:The standard version was limited to 500 pieces, while the exclusive version was limited to 200 pieces.<br />
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====''Cutie1''====<br />
[[File:Cutie1 Optimus Primal Figure.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2022)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''No:058'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand<br />
<br />
:''Cutie1'' Optimus Primal is a soft vinyl figure stylized as a button-eyed doll with chibi proportions.<br />
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===Flame Toys===<br />
====Furai Action====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (June 2021)<br />
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====Furai Model====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (20??)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Akira Amemiya]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===<br />
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[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 Cyber Blades, 2 alternate hands<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Dennis Chan]] (sculptor)}}<br />
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:Released in the fourth wave of the ''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' line, Optimus Primal, 6-inch action figure akin to the ones from the ''[[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] Legends'' and ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] The Black Series'' lines. He features over 30 points of articulation and extensive paint operations in an attempt at [[show-accuracy]].<br />
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:Optimus Primal includes two closed fists, and a pair of open hands to hold his two Cyber Blade accessories; the blades can connect end to end at the hilt to create a double-ended weapon. A blaster is hidden in each of his forearms, which are revealed by pushing underneath his wrists. Additionally, he features a pair of blasters that flip forward over his shoulders.<br />
<br />
:As with all ''R.E.D.'' toys, Optimus Primal was a Walmart exclusive in Canada and the United States, and was later made available on [[Hasbro Pulse]] in limited quantities.<br />
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===''Transformers Character Card''===<br />
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Optimus Primal and Beast Megatron.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) and Megatron (Beast Wars) Set''' ([[April 14]], [[2022]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''15 & 16'''<br />
<br />
:Released as part of the third wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convoy" and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#15|Translation of Optimus Primal's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
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{{anchor|TCC Bat}}<br />
[[File:Transformers Character Card Beast Wars Convobat and Megalligator.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convobat & Mega<!--spelling on card-->ligator{{sic}} Set''' ([[November 1]] 2022)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''29 & 30'''<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Shōji Imaki]] (illustration)}}<br />
<br />
:Released as part of the fifth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convobat" and [[Megatron (BW)|"Megal<!--spelling on card-->igator"]] (distinct from the separate characters [[Convobat]] and [[Megalligator]]) in their Wave 1 Basic Class bodies along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]]. Optimus Primal is specifically depicted in his "[[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Bat Primal]]" body.<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#29|Translation of Beast Wars Convobat's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
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===Jada Toys===<br />
[[File:JadaNanoMetalfigsSeries2G1BW-18pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]<br />
*'''Transformers Series 2 18-pack''' (4&nbsp;cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)<br />
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], ''Nano Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.<br />
<br />
:He is marketed as an Autobot instead of a Maximal and comes in an impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]].<br />
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*'''Optimus Prime / Bumblebee / Optimus Primal / Megatron''' (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure 4-pack, 2022)<br />
:''Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is a static die-cast figurine of superdeformed proportions. He is available in a 4-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Bumblebee]] and [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Megatron]].<br />
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===''ReAction''===<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2)<br />
<br />
: Released in the seventh wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[Super7#ReAction|ReAction]]'' Optimus Primal is a non-converting figure based on his original [[Mainframe]] [[character model]], with 5 points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips). He includes his two curved swords. <br />
<br />
: Optimus Primal comes packaged on a small cardback that mixes the design of the original ''Beast Wars'' packaging with some nostalgic elements resembling [[Kenner]]'s ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.<br />
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<br />
*'''Hyper Steel Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2), spark<br />
<br />
: This redeco of ''ReAction'' Optimus Primal now features translucent black plastic and a new accessory representing a floating [[spark]]. This piece was [[exclusive]] to [[Target]].<br />
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===Diamond Select===<br />
[[File:DiamondSelectPrimal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
<br />
:Produced by [[Diamond Select]], this "Milestone" statue of Optimus Primal represents his season 1 body. The statue stands 14 inches tall and is posed to look as though it were suspended in midair by Primal's jet exhaust. Only 1,000 were produced, with an MSRP of $500. <br />
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==Notes==<br />
[[File:Manta ray bw toy.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb]]<br />
* Early in ''Beast Wars'' development, Hasbro conceived manta ray toys of "Optimus Prime" (before the cartoon made Primal a separate character) to go with "Megatron" as a sea turtle. The resulting [[McDonald's]] toy (at right) diverged in the final stage to become the separate character [[Manta Ray (BW)|Manta Ray]].<br />
* In addition to the bat and manta concepts, Hasbro also conceived of an "Optimus Prime" lion retool of "[[Prowl (G1)/toys#Notes|Prowl]]", the early form of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]] which spun off to become [[Panther]]. While the lion McDonald's toy did not come to fruition, the concept may have inspired Takara to create [[Lio Convoy]].<br />
* The design of Optimus Primal's bat form is an [[homage]] to [[Batman]], an action figure license also held at the time by [[Kenner]].<ref>Page 78, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* According to Bob Forward at a BotCon panel, the "Flight Mode" Primal has in the first season of the ''Beast Wars'' animation is a vestigial reference to the bat-form, the concept being that Primal and Megatron would each have had 4(!) modes, able to transform freely between them. This was ultimately considered too difficult to animate, and the concept was dropped, Primal's "Prime Jets" being a way to prevent re-writing the flight-related parts of the scripts. <br />
* Primal's gorilla mode, paired against [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s ''T. rex'' mode, was inspired by the showdown in the film ''[[King Kong]]''.<ref>[http://obscuretf.com/hhk/BC04interviews.html Botcon 2004 Interview with Vinnie D'Alleva], p2</ref><br />
* According to the control art of Optimus Primal's first gorilla toy, his chest originally seemed to be a kind of launcher instead of being an homage to the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]].<ref>Page 50, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* The Basic class bat Optimus Primal toy, named "Convobat" in Japan, was homaged in the [[2016]] [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] toy, which is characterized as a separate individual from Optimus Primal.<br />
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[[Category:Beast Wars Again]]<br />
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[[Category:Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]<br />
[[Category:Beast Wars Telemocha Series]]<br />
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[[Category:Legends Maximals]]<br />
[[Category:Mail order exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Masterpiece]]<br />
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[[Category:Platinum Edition]]<br />
[[Category:Power of the Primes characters]]<br />
[[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br />
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]<br />
[[Category:Robotmasters Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2001) Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Timelines characters]]<br />
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LOGIC
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Optimus Primal (BW)/toys
2023-07-05T15:20:34Z
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[[File:Optimus Primal toys.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey see, Monkey screw you up!]]<br />
'''[[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]]''' has had a barrel full of toys. None of them [[Optimus Minor|monkeys]]!<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:BWtoy-Primalbat.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cheetor. ''Cheetor.'' I'm Batman.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron!''' (Basic Class versus two-pack, 1996)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Amazon no Taiketsu: Convobat VS Megalligator'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''VS-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:The first ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'' Optimus Primal was a Basic Class blue bat which could autotransform into a robot by pulling the tail. Two swords were removable from under its wings for use as weaponry in [[robot mode]]. In the [[Hasbro]] line, he was packaged along with an [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|alligator version of Megatron]] and a [[Optimus Primal vs Megatron!|''Beast Wars'' mini-comic]]. The Japanese release of the two-pack, dubbed "Amazon Showdown" (アマゾンの対決 ''Amazon no Taiketsu''), lacks the comic, but does come with individual character bio cards.<br />
<br />
:Whether this toy can be considered the Optimus Primal character is a matter of debate. Released before the animated series began, which established Optimus Primal as a separate entity from Optimus Prime, the accompanying profiles and mini-comic imply that the Beast Wars are a direct progression of the Autobot/Decepticon war. Whether the animated series's [[retcon]] affected this set of toys is probably a matter of personal preference. It can be interpreted as representing one of the more interesting micro-continuities.<br />
<br />
:The 2007 ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook]]'' asserted that, in [[Beast Wars timeline (IDW)|IDW's version of the ''Beast Wars'' continuity]], Primal's bat form was suggested by the ''Axalon''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s computer as a potential alt mode, but he rejected it in favour of the more powerful gorilla without ever actually reformatting into it. Thus, this [[micro-continuity]] posits bat mode Primal as an essentially theoretical alt-form that never actually came to be.<br />
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:This mold was also used to make the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#VSS1|Optimus Prime-recolored Convobat]] (explicitly identified as Optimus Prime), the separate individual [[Convobat#Toys|Convobat]], [[Onyx Primal#Toys|Onyx Primal]] as well as inspire the comic character [[Nyx]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimalBat/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (bat) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Optimusprimaltoyultraape.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Yes, missiles come out of his butt.]]<br />
[[File:Prizeprimals.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Brass monkeys.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 1996/1997/1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 "spinal swords", 4 "mega-blast missiles", "mace whip"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: The second Optimus Primal toy was an ape in the Ultra size class. Though the transformation from primate to humanoid was a relatively simplistic one, the toy compensated with more than a fair share of weaponry and action features. A compartment on his right forearm opened to reveal a skull-shaped "mace whip" he could hold in his fist. His left forearm could open into a double-barreled "mega-blast missile" launcher. On his back were two more spring-loaded "mega-blast missile cannons"/launchers which auto-flipped over each shoulder. By pulling a lever in the center of his back, both arms would either spin at the bicep or bend in and out at the elbow, depending on the placement of notch-buttons located on either bicep. This gimmick was shown to be an effort to simulate a gorilla beating its chest while Optimus was in [[beast mode]], but could also be used in robot mode, making him swing his weapons wildly before himself. And finally, like many first-year ''Beast Wars'' toys, a battle mask/"[[mutant head]]" could be deployed over his robot head. The mask is attached to a turntable around the neck, meaning it can either be deployed over Primal's face (with the forehead vent visible) or covering the back of his head, with the red plastic showing through to create a different look and the antenna folded down to make tusks (the intended configuration as per Primal's concept art<ref>[https://www.tfraw.com/p/beast-wars-concept.html?m=1 "Beast Wars Toy Concept Designs" on TFRaw]</ref>).<br />
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:The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Black Jack" for the Italian market, whereas the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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:Takara released the toy under the name of "Convoy" as part of their ''Beast Wars'' line in July of 1997, nearly identical to the Hasbro version. The missiles for the Takara version are thinner and simpler than the original Hasbro version, and would be used in all subsequent releases of the sculpt.<br />
<br />
:This sculpt was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' Optimus Primal and [[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]] DX Convoy, and [[retool]]ed into ''Beast Wars Reborn''/''Beast Wars Tenth Anniversary'' versus pack Optimus Primal. Takara also created multiple special variants, including all-gold (from ''[[TV Magazine]]'', only ten awarded), red body with gray head & chest plate (''TV Magazine'' again, but only twenty pieces for lucky draw), and blue-fur (a ''[[Comic Bom Bom]]'' design-contest prize, only thirty awarded).<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (gorilla) at TFU.info]''<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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*'''Convobat''' (Basic, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-6'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords<br />
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: "Convobat" was also available in Japan as a single boxed toy. This release is identical to the two-pack version.<br />
<br />
: This toy would go without Japanese market fiction until all the way in [[2021]], when it was [[Scorching Heat Showdown|finally characterized...]] as a [[Convobat#Beast Wars|yet third guy.]] [[Megalligator#Beast Wars|At least they're symmetrical now.]]<br />
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[[File:BW-toy VS01 Convoy Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Megatron, master of manspreading.]]<br />
*'''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu: Convoy VS Megatron''' (VS pack, July 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
<br />
:In Japan, Ultra "Convoy" was available both individually and in a ''very large'' "Strongest Beast Showdown" (最強ビーストの対決 ''Saikyō Beast no Taiketsu'') two-pack with Ultra [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS1|Megatron]].<br />
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: Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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[[File:BW Biocombat Ani Mutants Orcanoch.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
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:In Europe, the ''Beast Wars''-branded ''[[MicroVerse]]'' playsets (see below) were released solely as ''Beast Wars/Biocombat'' (English/Spanish/Italian packaging) or ''Beast Wars/Ani Mutants'' (French/Dutch/German packaging) products.<br />
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:This release is entirely identical to the [[#MicroVerse|US ''MicroVerse'' release]] of the toy, aside from the packaging and the branding.<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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:In January of 1998, Takara released a redeco of the Ultra Optimus Primal toy as '''Special Convoy Real Gray Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ リアルグレータイプ), changing the black to dark gray, the blue eyes of Gorilla to red, and the blue to metallic blue, although the packaging was the same as the original release save for a sticker on the front of the box. According to the sticker, this limited figure was meant to celebrate the "20,000,000 Unit Breakthrough Commemoration"—apparently commemorating ''20 million'' units of Beast Wars toys sold. Whether this was supposed to represent 20 million worldwide or just in Japan is unclear.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Special Convoy Real Gray Type at TFU.info (scroll down)]''<br />
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* '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (1998?)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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: A [[Toys"R"Us]]-[[exclusive]] redeco of the Ultra figure, '''Special Convoy Skeleton Type''' (スペシャルコンボイ スケルトンタイプ) was colorless-clear and black with silver paint detailing. The packaging was the same as the general release except for a sticker on the front of the box.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Cybertron/ClearConvoy/clearconvoy.htm More information on Special Convoy Skeleton Type at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BW-toy OptimusPrimalBurning.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Grape Ape's lesser-known cousin Cherry Ape. Currently an insurance broker in Oak Park, Illinois.]]<br />
* '''Burning Convoy''' (1998)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' 2 swords, 4 missiles, flail<br />
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: A Takara redeco of the Ultra Class Primal toy in almost entirely semitransparent red plastic with with metallic gold "flame" markings on his fists and gorilla-mode chest.<br />
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: He was released as a limited-edition figure to promote the [[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|''Beast Wars Special'' movie]], alongside the [[Lio Convoy#Flash|Flash Lio Convoy]] toy. As with the above "Skeleton Type" toy, his packaging and paperwork is identical to the regular retail release; only a sticker on the box window was added to mark the special release.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-PrimalTM.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|Check out those abs!]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro), [[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: [[Transmetal]] Optimus Primal is a mechanical gorilla that transforms into a partially organic robot. Like all Transmetals, it featured chromed plastic and a third vehicle-inspired mode. In Primal's case, his gorilla mode could transform into a gorilla on a [[hoverboard]]. Two maces were stored on his back and could double as missiles for his hip-holstered blaster.<br />
<br />
:Continuing a trend from Generation 1 where Italian releases of toys representing the same characters as previous toys released under the same name were sometimes given names that didn't reflect the Italian market names of those previous releases, the European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the additional alternate name "Metal Gorilla" for the Italian market. Like with the Ultra figure, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimus Primal" just like the United States version.<br />
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: Some units feature a chromed purple variant for the Beast Mode chest.<br />
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: [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s version of the toy exchanged the brown plastic for translucent maroon; other changes included additional paint on the waist and a different eye color. The figure was also available in a set with Transmetal Megatron.<br />
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: This mold was used to make [[Apelinq (BM)#Toys|Apelinq]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Transmetal Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWtoy-OpOp.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|It's really about two modes, not four, if you're honest.]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (Super Class Transmetal, 1998)<br />
**''Takara name:'' '''Metals Powered Convoy'''<br />
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-47'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' One gun, four missiles, six break-away armor plates<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Jerry Palmer]] (Hasbro)|[[Daniel Sanfilippo]] (deco artist), [[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: Transmetal Optimal Optimus was the first toy in the Super size class, featuring electronics and four transformations: robot, ape, jet, and armored transport. When a back section of the cannon module was pulled, the eyes and shoulder-mounted missile launchers lit up and the launchers fired. It came with four missiles, two of which stored on its legs. Its forearms featured blast-away armor plates that could also be pegged to its upper arms. His cockpit perfectly fits a [[MicroVerse]] figure in the seat.<br />
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: Optimal Optimus's on-package [[bio]] states that he has Cybertronian "air guardian" technology and twin scramjet modules, most likely in reference to [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], whose function was Air Guardian, and his Tech Specs said he had these same scramjet modules.<br />
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: The European version released in English/Spanish/Italian ''Beast Wars''/''Biocombat'' packaging featured the most bizarre choice for the additional alternate name for the Italian market yet, naming ''this'' figure "Optimus Primal" (!). Once again, the ''other'' European version released in French/Dutch/German ''Beast Wars''/''Ani Mutants'' packaging was simply named "Optimal Optimus" just like the United States version.<br />
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: This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' character [[Optimal]]. This sculpt was also used to make [[Primal Prime]], with a redesign that had separate triggers for the missile-lighting and missile-launching so users would be less likely to shoot themselves in the eye. This body was also the template for [[Megatron (BW)/Beast Wars cartoon continuity|Megatron]]'s (non-toy) "Optimal" body, seen in "[[Endgame Pt. III: Seeds of the Future]]".<br />
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: The Japanese version features several deco changes including: a more yellow shade of orange, no blue paint on the helmet in robot mode, and black tires instead of purple. Also, the translucent missiles are molded slightly differently. This changed mold was also used by Primal Prime.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/OptimalOptimus/optimaloptimus.htm More information on Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Fateful Showdown: Metals Convoy VS Metals Megatron''' (VS pack, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''VS-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: In Japan, Metals Convoy was available both individually and in a "Fateful Showdown" (宿命の対決 ''Shukumei no Taiketsu'') two-pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#VS40|Metals Megatron]]. Both toys are identical to their individual releases.<br />
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: As mentioned below, this two-pack saw a variant release using the Gold Convoy and Silver Megatron toys in their place. While the figures inside the packaging were different, the packaging remained the same.<br />
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[[File:GoldConvoySilverMegatron.jpg|upright=0.6|thumb|"Oh? You're approaching me? Instead of running away, you come right to me?"]]<br />
*'''Gold Metals Convoy''' (Lucky Draw, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: A gold version of Metals Convoy was made available as a [[Lucky Draw]] figure. Five were produced for individual sale, while more were made available in a variant of the above VS pack with [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Silver Megatron]].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=ゴールドコンボイ<br />
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此方は単品箱版となっており他にもVS-40 宿命の対決セットで同仕様のモノが他雑誌でプレゼントされている(後々紹介予定)。セット版は秋葉原まんだらけやヤフオク等で長期に渡って販売されていたので見たことある方も多いのでは？|link= https://web.archive.org/web/20210710054142/https://twitter.com/kongoriki/status/900705968043868160|name=Kongoriki|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=08|day=24|(defunct=no)}}</ref><br />
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<!-- [[File:PioneerPrimal.jpg|upright=1.2|thumb|"Buy my DVDs".]] Hiding image until a better one can be sourced.--><br />
*'''Silver Metals Convoy''' (DVD pack-in, 1999)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''C-40'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Gun, two clubs/missiles<br />
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: Often referred to among the fandom as "Pioneer Primal", Silver Metals Convoy was available via an offer on a ''Beast Wars'' Pioneer DVD. The figure swaps out the blue chrome for silver and places the word "Cybertron" with "Pioneer" on his beast mode chest. Silver Metals Convoy was only limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''MicroVerse''===<br />
[[File:BWMicroversetoy-Primal.jpg|100px|thumb|Seamunky?]]<br />
*'''Maximal Orcanoch Micro Playset''' (Playset, 1997)<br />
**''Series'': '''''Beast Wars: Transformers'''''<br />
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: Part of the short-lived ''[[MicroVerse]]'' toyline (from before [[Hasbro]]'s acquisition of rival [[Galoob]] and their micro-toy empire), [[Orcanoch]] transforms into a Maximal base. It came with tiny, non-transforming versions of Optimus Primal and [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]]. These figures were designed to sit in the various mini-vehicles and control modules of the ''MicroVerse'' playsets.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1997/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''MicroVerse'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Machines''===<br />
[[File:BM-toy OpPrimalDx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am the exact opposite of show-accurate.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Deluxe Class, 2000)<br />
**''Accessories'': Energy [[shuriken]]<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: The first ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Optimus Primal is a dark bronze and translucent blue technorganic gorilla that transforms into a technorganic robot. Based on early concept art, he has a...loose relationship to show accuracy, with a skeletal beast mode face and entirely different arms. Thankfully his gimmicks ''are'' more or less accurate. His right robot mode arm is spring-loaded to throw the shuriken that stores in his left leg (the ape mode's left shoulder). Like all ''Beast Machines'' toys, he has a hidden "[[spark crystal]]" that displays his faction allegiance; Primal's is in his chest, revealed with the spring-loaded "flexing" motion that also moves his beast mode face up for snarling while posing. His robot mode head also features a changing expression via sliding brow/skullcap.<br />
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: Official [[Hasbro]] stock photography of this toy shows a differently-molded shuriken, lacking the "energy flame" effect.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (Deluxe) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMcD.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey play in the Jungle''<br>''Robot work in the Factory''<br>''They will have a Giant Rumble''!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Happy Meal toy, 2000)<br />
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: McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly simple toy that transforms from a technorganic robot to technorganic ape. Its sculpted detail is based directly that of the television show's model for Primal. It uses translucent plastic for the body, and, like the other McDonald's ''Beast Machines'' toys, there's a sculpted spark crystal on the toy's surface; on Optimus Primal, it is placed on the stomach. Additionally, there are two organic flaps on the toy's back, and in robot mode, nobody's entirely sure exactly what to do with them. Are they rotated all the way down to make his booster jets? Are they rotated out to the sides to make the backs of his shoulder pads? Are they rotated back to where they go in gorilla mode, once you get his heads swapped? We may never know. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/McOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Beast Machines Optimus Primal (McDonald's) at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BMtoy-PrimalMega.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Monkey mates in the Jungle''<br>''Robot replicated in Factory''<br>''They both love their Mother''<br>''Why must they hate each other''?]]<br />
*'''Blast Punch Optimus Primal''' (Mega Class, 2001)<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:One of the last toys released in the ''Beast Machines'' line (under the "Battle for the Spark" rebranding), "Blast Punch" Optimus Primal transforms into a technorganic gorilla more like the show model, though with a considerably brighter color scheme. His main [[gimmick]] is his left arm, which contains a hidden missile launcher. Pushing down on his shoulder armor "winds" the mechanism in his gauntlet. Pushing the spark crystal on his bicep spins his gauntlet around, simultaneously triggering the spring-loaded missile launcher and activating his spring-loaded ramming "blast punch" action, extending his fist forward nearly a full inch. He also has hidden jet thrusters under a panel on his back. In beast mode, a small button on the top of his head pushes his upper face up in a "snarling" action.<br />
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:Due to the small size of the two gears used to rotate the forearm, manually transforming Optimus's left arm can damage the gimmick to the point of no longer working. The soft plastic used in the gears prevents them from crumbling apart and allowing them to be glued to the pin, but damage can be prevented by using the wind-up mechanism exclusively to transform the arm. If it must be moved by hand, turning the forearm in the same direction as the motor allow the larger gears to safely ratchet to minimize damage.<br />
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:Blast Punch Optimus Primal was [[#Beast Wars Returns|the only Japanese release]] of a ''Beast Machines'' toy of Primal, with the only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (Jollibee Kids Meal, 2009)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Pen Keeper<br />
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: Optimus Primal was available as one of three figures in a [[Jollibee]] promotion. The toy is a greatly simplified version of his ''Beast Machines'' Deluxe toy.<br />
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===''Robots in Disguise'' (2001)===<br />
[[File:RIDtoy-Suprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Monkey versus robot!]]<br />
* '''Air Attack Optimus Primal''' (Supreme Class, 2002)<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuichiro Hira]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:Intended for release in the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' toyline, Air Attack Optimus Primal was eventually released as a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] as part of the ''Robots in Disguise'' toyline. Positively oozing light-and-sound gimmicks in both modes, Optimus Primal does ''all'' sorts'a crazy crap, all of which is first activated by pressing his chest plate. Doing so "turns on" his electronics with a metallic shrieking noise, and the toy proceeds to hum constantly while the chest glows with a red LED. The electronics will eventually "turn off" if the toy is left idle, but you don't want to do that! You want to push his head (in either mode), which activates glowing lights in his eyes and actual speech samples of [[Garry Chalk]] from the ''Beast Machines'' cartoon (making Primal the first English-speaking ''Transformers'' toy to have speech clips performed by his actual cartoon voice actor). On top of that, the toy also features a pressure-launching disc-shooter in its robot mode stomach (accompanied by blasting sound effect), and a geared right arm with a spring-loaded punch action (and suitably pained electronic grunt). <br />
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:The ''big'' feature— the one that gives the toy its name— is his jetpack, which pops out (with translucent blue jet flames trailing behind) at the push of a button. This puts the toy into "flight mode", and it constantly produces the sound of whooshing jets, which then rises and falls depending on how the figure is held. Tilt him upwards, and the pitch rises as he ascends! Tilt him down, and ''zoom!'' When the jetpack is not deployed, the jet flames are folded up and form Primal's backplate, with the flame blast effect details being repurposed as ape fur.<br />
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:Also, he has a butt on his head.<br />
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:The [[Gold_Plastic_Syndrome|sparkly brown plastic]] in this figure's chest and legs is prone to breaking.<br />
<br />
:The toy's packaging features both an Autobot and Maximal insignia. The Maximal symbol used, however, is the one used during the "Beast Wars" rather than the one from "Beast Machines", the toyline this toy was meant to be part of.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan on [[August 8]], 2002 as a Toys"R"Us-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Maximal/SupremeOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Air Attack Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Universe'' (2003)===<br />
[[File:Universe2003toy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Kinda looks like Don Rickles, don't you think?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Ultra Class, 2003)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:A redeco of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal]] mold, with a color scheme that reflects the "infected" look several other toys were sporting in this line, reflecting the events taking place in-fiction. He retains all weapons and gimmicks of the previous releases of this mold, but with a reworked system for his arm mechanism, making his crazy arm swinging much more controlled.<br />
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: This toy was released in Japan in [[August]], 2003 as an [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive "[[USA Edition]]".<br />
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:This deco was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' incarnation of [[Optimus Primal (BWSG)|Optimus Primal]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Universe Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Robotmasters''===<br />
[[File:RMtoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There he is, my littler guy.]]<br />
*'''Beast Convoy''' ([[August 5]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-11'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile<br />
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:Part of the second wave of ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)#Toys|Robotmasters]]'' toys, Beast Convoy is a more [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] mold primarily based upon the original Ultra Class Optimus Primal figure, and using the original Ultra Class toy's color scheme. The mouthplate features an engraved mouth, although it is painted silver like the rest of the face, and lacks the Mutant Head from the original figure. <br />
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:Both forearms contain small, non-firing cannons in them (and thus a skull mace is not included), which can be revealed by flipping up the panels on his arms. Similarly, the missile launchers from the Ultra-class version of the toy have been replaced by non-firing cannons based more closely on the ones from the TV show. <br />
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:Beast Convoy features open-palmed hands, thus preventing him from holding both of his swords in the same hand, but a small connector-piece is included to connect the swords together, allowing Beast Convoy to hold the lower sword with the upper sword connected. <br />
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:Like [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Robotmasters|Beast Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Robotmasters|G1 Convoy]], Beast Convoy comes with a generic blue missile launcher which can fit in his palm. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Burning Beast Convoy''' ([[December 28]], 2004)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''RM-21'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", missile launcher, missile<br />
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:A recolor of the above Beast Convoy mold, this toy uses the "Burning Convoy" color scheme from the ''Beast Wars II'' movie from where he partnered with Lio Convoy, turning them into Burning Convoy and Flash Lio Convoy respectively. This release did ''not'' include the tiny sword connector part.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Cybertron/BurningConvoy/burningconvoy.htm More information on Burning Beast Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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*'''Beast Convoy Limited Black Version''' (2005)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two "Cyber Blades", sword connector, missile launcher, missile, "Boost Hammer"<br />
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: Available only via mail order through ''Hobby Japan'' magazine, the "Limited Black Version" of Beast Convoy is just that: a straight [[black repaint]] of the Beast Convoy toy. He comes with all his original accessories, appropriately redecoed, as well as a gold-chromed version of the "[[Boost Hammer]]" [[solitarium]] weapon that came with [[Wrecker Hook]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/HHBeastConvoy/beastconvoy.htm More information on Beast Convoy Limited Black Version at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars Returns''===<br />
*'''Convoy''' ([[November 18]], [[2004]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Missile<br />
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:The Mega Class [[#BlastPunch|Blast Punch Optimus Primal]] toy was released in Japan in 2004 as "Convoy" as part of the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)#Japan|Beast Wars Returns]]'' line, exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores. The only difference between the releases is that Convoy has blue eyes in robot mode.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2001/Maximal/BlastPunchOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Blast Punch Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalbwx.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''Surf monkey / That funky monkey'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Beast Wars 10th Anniversary, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key, ''Axalon'' figurine<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Takashi Kunihiro]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Tim Bradley]] and [[Marcelo Matere]] (concept art)}}<br />
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: ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|Beast Wars 10th Anniversary]]'' Optimus Primal is based loosely on his original ultra ape action figure while pulling some elements from other figures, including a transformation very similar to the Playskool Go-Bot [[Beast-Bot|Gorillabot]], which itself was a nod to Optimus Primal's ''Beast Machines'' form. The sculpts for both BWX leader toys were intentionally designed to blend in with the Jungle Planet aesthetic, "in case" they didn't get a Beast Wars Anniversary release (according to [[Aaron Archer]]'s statements at [[BotCon 2005]]).<br />
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:Similar to his Transmetal form, BWX Optimus Primal also comes with a hoverboard with two [[5 mm post|5mm post]]s at the base, allowing him to ride it in his gorilla mode, or hold it in robot mode via the 5mm posts on his robot palms/gorilla feet. When a [[Cyber Key]] is inserted at the rear of the board, a spring-loaded extending "assault blade" (or "( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) lt blade" as the instructions call it) deploys, and a trigger is revealed to allow one to use the spring-loaded missile launcher at the tip.<br />
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:He is also packaged with a mini-comic-sized reprinting of [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers, Beast Wars: The Gathering|The Gathering]]'' #1, a small [[Axalon (BW)#Toys|''Axalon'']] ship figurine, and a [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Jungle Planet]]-style Cyber Key.<br />
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:This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|Optimus Prime]], [[BotCon 2014]] [[Apelinq (BM)|Apelinq]] and [[Primal Prime]], and ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#United|Optimus Primal]]. <br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/OptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on 10th Anniversary Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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* '''Optimus Primal vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This Toys"R"Us-exclusive set is the Hasbro release of the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' set (see below), but in different packaging with a DVD of the ''Beast Wars'' episode "[[Possession]]". As such, this version of Optimus Primal is identical.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TRUOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Optimus Primal (Toys"R"Us Exclusive) at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Beast Wars Reborn''===<br />
[[File:BWReborntoy-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The eighth Optimus of the world... PRIMAL!]]<br />
* '''Convoy vs Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BWR-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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: This release is a [[retool]] of the original 1996 Ultra toy, with new beast and robot heads, plus a new robot chest piece sculpted to match the television series's portrayal. The color scheme was also altered to be show-accurate, changing the black to dark gray, much of the light gray to medium gray with hints of bronze, primary red to crimson, and blue to a more dull steel blue. All of the toy's previous [[gimmick]]s are retained with the sole exception of the "mutant head." <br />
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:This figure came packaged with a similarly-remolded [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Reborn|Megatron]] and a [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] CD-ROM that contains control art for a number of ''Beast Wars'' toys.<br />
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===''G-2''===<br />
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[[File:LaserPrime reissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Argh TFWiki headache.]]<br />
* '''Battle Convoy''' (Reissue, 2006)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TRF-13'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Laser rifle, sword, 5 discs, 3 air power missiles, ripple rocket launcher, 10 rockets<br />
{{repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
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:In 1995, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Optimus Prime]] was a new [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'']] mold that transformed into mid-1990s Western Star 4964EX, pulling a grey and black fuel tank trailer. On the sides of the trailer is a humorous sticker depicting Laser Optimus Prime using a flamethrower to burn down a forest, with the words "Optimus Prime Octane" over the image.<br />
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:In robot mode, like Hero Optimus Prime, the bottom of the truck became his familiar windowed chest based upon the original Optimus Prime toy. His main gimmick was light up LED headlights, and a [[light-piping|lightpipe]] in the bottom of his right fist, illuminated by an LED in his right forearm, that would illuminate his clear sword or his double-barreled rifle if they were used in that hand. All three LEDs were activated simultaneously by pressing the sunroof-like depression on the roof of the truck.<br />
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:The trailer unfolds to form a battle station bristling with many firing weapons. Primarily, it can fire an air-powered missile launcher, a ripple rocket launcher with 5 missiles that can be launched individually (this turret can also be mounted in Laser Prime's hand) and a 'disc launcher', that fired several blue plastic discs adorned with the ''Generation 2'' Autobot sigil. This disc launcher is the only weapon that can be used in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]].<br />
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:This mold was redecoed in 2000 as ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|Car Robots]]'' [[Scourge (RID)#Toys|Black Convoy]], and slightly retooled as Scourge. After Scourge, the next use of this mold was planned to be ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Toxitron (Universe)#Toys|Toxitron]], which ended up being canceled. The slightly retooled version of this mold was released in 2006 in Japan as reissue Battle Convoy, which was the name of this toy during the Japanese ''Generation 2''. The reissue used the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] modified tooling, with a slightly modified deco using silver vacuum-metallized plastic on his chest and trailer sides along with additional paint applications and G2 symbols. The mold was also redecoed to create a ''Generation 2'' version of [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Ultra Magnus]] as an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive. <br />
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:Within the ''[[Beast Wars Reborn]]'' text story, the reissued Laser Prime toy was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as a temporary form for Optimus Primal.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1995/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Laser Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br />
{{G2LaserOptimusPrimeMold}}<br />
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===''Timelines''===<br />
[[File:Timelinestoy-PrimalDoFP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Trukk munky?]]<br />
* '''Dawn of Future's Past''' ([[BotCon 2006]] boxset)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two missiles, Maximal [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] key<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Moore]] (concept artist)}}<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Here's a closer look at the Optimus Primal photoshopped concept, alongside with the final version. This one stayed really close all the way through to production. Cybertron was my only real choice for obvious reasons. I have a test shot of this figure to..|link=https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581|site=Twitter|name=Joe Moore|year=2021|month=03|day=11}}</ref><br />
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:A [[redeco]] and [[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' Voyager Class [[Crumplezone (Cybertron)#Toys|Crumplezone]], ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' "''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' Optimus Primal" transforms into a three-wheeled Cybertronic race car with huge turbine thrusters. These thrusters each contain a spring-loaded missile launcher,and can be swung forward in both vehicle and robot mode by plugging a [[Cyber Planet Key]] into his key-jack. This also activates electronic sound effects. He has a new head that replicates Optimus Primal's first [[character model]].<br />
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:Available only in a multi pack with the ''Axalon'' versions of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Timelines|Cheetor]], [[Rhinox (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rhinox]], and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rattrap]], as well as the ''[[Darksyde (BW)|Darksyde]]'' version of [[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Timelines|Dinobot]].<br />
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:Some consider this toy somewhat of an in-joke, because when fans initially saw pics of Crumplezone, they criticised it for looking like a monkey. <br />
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::*''[https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370236091152920581 Designer commentary on Axalon Optimus Primal from Joe Moore on Twitter]''<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/BCOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Axalon Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:Titanium Optimal Optimus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Ready? And... Faceplant!]]<br />
* '''Optimal Optimus''' (6" Cybertron Hero, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand with nameplate<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released in the third wave of the 6-inch Cybertron Heroes assortment, ''[[Titanium Series]]'' Optimal Optimus transforms from robot mode into either his ground vehicle or jet forms, but likely for budgetary reasons, he does ''not'' have his usual gorilla mode. Also unlike the original toy, his chest cannons can be flipped back into his torso. This toy was denoted as an [[Autobot]] both on his stand and on his shoulder, even though Optimal is generally a [[Maximal]].<br />
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:This figure was going to be used for [[Primal Prime]], but that toy was ultimately canceled late in its development.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimalOptimus/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimal Optimus at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Binaltech''===<br />
[[File:BTBlackConvoy toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|There! He's a trukk! Ya happy now?]]<br />
* '''Black Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''BT-17'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Engine/blaster<br />
{{Repurposed|Optimus Primal}}<br />
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: Black Convoy is the first ''Binaltech'' release since [[Skids (G1)#Alternators/Binaltech|Skids]] in early 2006, and was available exclusively in Japan at the winter Wonder Festival in 2007. His plastic colours are different from Nemesis Prime's, with grey plastic replacing the black on his shins, waist, shoulders, and forearms. In addition, Nemesis Prime's windows are tinted red, but Black Convoy's windows are completely clear. His paint deco is based upon ''Kiss Players'' Convoy's, arranged in the same patterns but using teal, and he has vacuum-metallized wheels and front grill. The paint deco on his head is meant to evoke that of ''Car Robots'' [[Scourge (RID)|Black Convoy]]. Perhaps the most important differences are that he has die-cast metal parts, and most of his truck body panels are coated in gloss black paint.<br />
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: Perhaps due to cost-cutting, this toy was released in the large bubble-on-a-tray packaging also used in the ''Alternators'' line. However, he came with no character or packaging art.<br />
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: The ''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' fiction [[Repurposing|repurposes]] this figure as a new body for Optimus Primal, based on how Primal's disembodied spark had previously taken possession of Nemesis's body earlier in the ''[[Story of Binaltech|Binaltech]]'' story.<br />
::*[[Source:Transformers Binaltech bios#17|Archive of ''Binaltech'' Black Convoy's bio and tech specs]]<br />
{{AlternatorsOptimusPrimeMold}}<br />
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===''Beast Wars Telemocha Series''===<br />
[[File:BWTelemocha Convoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Anyone else feel like we're going in circles?]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-01'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords<br />
:''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]]'' Convoy is an extensive redeco of the ''Robotmasters'' Deluxe-sized Beast Convoy figure in a similar style to the ''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool of the original Ultra Class figure.<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Cybertron/Convoy/convoy.htm More information on Telemocha Convoy at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:BWTelemochaDXPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Seriously, we're getting dizzy!]]<br />
*'''DX Convoy''' (2007)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''TM-SP'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
:An extensive show-accurate redeco of the original Ultra-class Optimus Primal mold ''without'' the recently remolded head and chestplate. Oh [[TakaraTomy]], you so crazy.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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===''United''===<br />
[[File:Unitedtoy-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Chicks dig hoverboards that turn into giant blasters - right?]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' ([[February 25]], [[2012]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''UN-30'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Surfboard, assault blade, missile, Jungle Planet Key<br />
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: Part of the sixth wave of ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' toys, Optimus Primal (using his Hasbro market name) is a [[repaint]] of the Deluxe-sized ''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'' Optimus Primal toy, and is the first release of the mold in Japan. He features warmer, more yellowish paint for the gorilla chest and face, and relocates the [[Maximal]] [[insignia]] to the ''underside'' of his gorilla backside [[kibble]] panel. His hoverboard, meanwhile, uses a darker shade of blue paint for the Cyber Key jack, and the front of the hoverboard features both the "stripes" from [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Gorilla|the ''Cybertron'' redeco]] of this toy, and the fully-painted vents from the "10th Anniversary" version.<br />
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:Like the 5th and 6th wave figures, Optimus Primal's package feature a sticker that said "limited quantity (数量限定)", indicating that this figure is released in limited numbers after its first and only shipment. Both his [[instructions]] and packaging brand him as an [[Autobot]].<br />
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/UnitedOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on ''United'' Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===''Legend Commander Collection''===<br />
[[File:Legend-Commander-Collection-LC-02-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb| The old man's back again.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' (2014)<br />
**''ID number'': '''LC-02'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords<br />
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: Part of the ''[[Legend Commander Collection]]'' sold at [[Transformers Expo]], Convoy (Beast Wars) is a redeco of ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy. The toy also features several deco differences: While the paint applications were similar to the first ''Robotmasters'' Beast Convoy toy, the mouth was painted blue like the ''Telemocha'' Convoy, the white paint uses on this toy are brighter white compared to the first toy, some of the Robot Mode's chest detailing features lavender white paint details, and the gunmetal paint were used for the Beast Mode face. Like G1 Convoy, Convoy (Beast Wars) doesn't come with the launcher accessory.<br />
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:Remaining stock of the toy was sold through [[TakaraTomy Mall]].<br />
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===''Legends''===<br />
[[File:TakaraLegends Lg02 Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mmm... Moknke]]<br />
* '''Convoy''' ('''Optimus Primal''')<ref>LG02 Convoy's packaging has "Optimus Primal" as the accompanying English subtitle to "コンボイ".</ref> ([[October 25]], [[2014]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG02'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Two swords, four missiles, flail <br />
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:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' "Convoy" is a redeco of the [[#Beast Wars Reborn|''Beast Wars Reborn'' retool]] of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class Optimus Primal toy]]. While he shares mostly the same paint mask to the ''Reborn'' figure, some of his parts featured different paint applications; His gunmetal gray chest, face, fingers & chest paint details are now replaced with dark grey. He comes with a leaflet featuring a character profile, tech specs, and the [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 2|''Legends'' Bonus Edition Volume 2]] mini-comic.<br />
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:Fiction-wise, this toy represents the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after he contracted [[Transformers sickness]] for the first time.<br />
{{BWUltraOptimusPrimalMold}}<br />
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[[File:Ape-X.jpg|right|300px|thumb|..Come on get down with the sickness.]]<br />
*'''Convobat''' ([[December 19]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''LG-EX'''<br />
{{note|[[Ape X Arms]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the [[Legends World]] [[Optimus Primal (BW)#Legends World|Optimus Primal]] after contracting [[Transformers sickness]] for the second time in the ''[[Transformers Legends (comic)|Legends]]'' comic.}}<br />
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:Available with the [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] figure, Ape X Arms is a redeco of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]]'s accessory, in [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#OptimalOptimus|Optimal Optimus]]'s colors. Convobat and [[Megalligator#Legends|Megalligator]] can ride Ape X Arms in robot mode. Ape X Arms can also transform into a 5 mm gun for larger ''Titans Return'' or any ''Legends'' Headmaster figures to wield, or combine with either of the two Headmasters to form a jet.<br />
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:As a redeco of a Titan Master vehicle accessory, care must be taken with the gun mode's handle: the handle fits tightly in many 5 mm-compatible closed hands, and combined with the handle's lack of metal pin running through the joint, removing it by force causes the handle to pop out of the joint.<br />
{{TRApefaceMold}}<br />
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===''Platinum Edition''===<br />
[[File:Transformers-Platinum-Edition-BM-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Probably not as fun as a barrel of munkies.]]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Year of the Monkey exclusive, 2016)<br />
** ''Accessories'': Disc <br />
{{toydesigner|[[Ramon Campos]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
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:Sold at the rather expensive price of $140.00 (but often discounted), ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' "Year of the [[Trukk not munky|Monkey]]" Optimus Primal is a redeco of [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|''Robots in Disguise'' Air Attack Optimus Primal]], with his coloration inspired by an amalgamation of [[Optimus Prime (disambiguation)|Optimus Primes]] and/or [[Primal Prime]]. He retains all the electronic gimmicks from the previous toy, with an exception of the voice clips (unfortunately, only the lines "Optimus Primal" (said ''twice'') and "Transformers" are played) and sound effects/music, which was newly recorded. He also sometimes yells "transform!" when pushing his chest, and now growls if you shoot the disc in beast mode or push his monkey head. The chest no longer hums after turning it on.<br />
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:His stock photos were mistransformed: both his robot and beast mode's chests were inverted, and his beast mode's thumbs were not rotated. <br />
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===''Masterpiece''===<br />
[[File:BW-Masterpiece-MP32-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best munky ever.]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[October 29]], [[2016]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-32'''<br />
**''Hasbro release name:'' '''Beast Convoy (Optimus Primal)'''<ref>[https://hasbropulse.com/collections/transformers/products/transformers-takara-tomy-masterpiece-mp-32-beast-convoy-optimus-primal Used only on the Hasbro Pulse website listing.]</ref><br />
**''Hasbro release date:'' [[June 1]], [[2022]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Three ape faces, four robot faces, two Cyber Blades, skull flail (Asia exclusive)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Released to celebrate ''Beast Wars''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s 20th anniversary, ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' Convoy is a faithful recreation of the character as he appeared in the Mainframe animated series. <br />
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[[File:TF-Masterpiece-MP32-Asia-exclusive-skull-flail.jpg|left|100px|thumb|It's a lost art of weaponry.]]<br />
:Matching his original figure, Convoy has two "cyber blade" swords, which can now be stored on his back in robot mode. Each wrist has cartoon-accurate flip-out "plasma cannons", while his "mega blaster" shoulder cannons have also been recreated. In robot mode, a panel can rotate in his posterior to reveal his "convoy jet".<br />
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:Convoy has the new gimmick of light-up eyes. These are powered by two computer batteries stored in the beast mode head and activated by pressing down the robot mode head. They stay lit for about ten seconds. Convoy comes with three different gorilla faces: neutral; smiling and angry, and four different robot mode faces: open-mouthed; close-mouthed; smirking and original style mouthless faceplate. <br />
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:''Masterpiece'' Convoy is an inch or two smaller than his original Ultra Class toy, comparable to Beast Wars Neo [[Big Convoy]]. Not shown in the instructions is a peghole in the waist, designed to allow Convoy to be mounted on a flying stand. Another undocumented feature is a peg on his back, that allows ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Generations|Rattrap]] to ride on his back by plugging the aforementioned peg in the hole that is normally used for weapon storage in beast mode.<br />
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:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a die-cast skull flail based on the one that came with the original toy. It comes packaged in a cardboard box designed to look like a crate of [[banana]]s.<br />
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:Convoy was a candidate in TakaraTomy's [[Fan polls#Masterpiece Fan's Choice|''Masterpiece'' Fan's Choice]] poll in 2013, which asked fans to determine which Autobot/Maximal leader from the franchise's then-30 year history should receive a new ''Masterpiece'' toy. He only placed sixth, with 4.6% of the vote. Good things come to those who wait, we guess.<br />
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:In [[2021]], [[Hasbro Pulse]] revealed that they would be carrying Takara-Tomy's concurrent reissue of Beast Convoy exclusively through their website for a 2022 release date, with other online retailers following a couple of months thereafter. This release is identical to the original 2016 figure, except for two minor differences. First, the "Beast Wars 20th Anniversary" logo on the box front is changed to the standard Masterpiece "Long Life Design" stamp as the 20th anniversary no longer applied. Second, the figure's shoulderpads can now close fully around upper arms for ape mode, a minor error on the original run, and the previously delicate matte paint is now far more durable, no longer scratching off during normal transformation.<br />
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::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/i.php?ID=6541 More information on Optimus Primal (Masterpiece) at Transformers-Universe.com]''<br />
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*'''Cheetus (Beast Wars)''' ([[February 25]], 2017)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-34''' <br />
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:Preorders of ''Masterpiece'' [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Masterpiece|Cheetus]] supplied by Hasbro Asia come with a die-cast Optimus Primal minifigure, as opposed to the [[collector coin]] typically accompanying ''Masterpiece'' releases from Hasbro Asia.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/masterpiece-cheetor-color-images.1066483/page-168#post-15460586 TFW2005 Forums discussion, 2 February 2018]</ref><br />
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[[File:TF-BW-MP32-Optimus-Primal-Legendary-Commander-Version.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Best-er Munkey]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) Legendary Leader Ver.''' ([[June 24]], [[2017]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape face, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades, Double Blade, weapon rack, hammer, Beast Mask, backpack, [[banana]]s (Asia exclusive)<br />
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:This Optimus Primal is a redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure above, with the deco greatly resembling his original toy colors and his appearance in the ''[[Beast Wars Special Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars Special]]'' "[[Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!]]" He also comes with a combined sword (representing putting both swords in the hand of the original toy), a "weapon rack" to mount said combined sword, an additional skull flail (a new mold from the Asia exclusive accessory that came from the first release), a new mask which is based on his original toy's mutant head, and a new backpack piece that mounts on the back peg to mount the combined swords, the skull mace and the mutant head mask on Primal's back.<br />
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:If bought in Asian countries outside of Japan, he also comes with a bunch of bananas in a cardboard crate. Each banana is a separate piece that can be removed from the stalk piece.<br />
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[[File:MPBurningConvoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Super Simian]]<br />
*'''Burning Convoy (Beast Wars)''' ([[March 25]], [[2020]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''MP-38+'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Ape faces, masked robot faces, two Cyber Blades<br />
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:Released to accompany [[Lio Convoy#Masterpiece|MP-48 Lio Convoy]], Burning Convoy is yet another redeco of the first ''Masterpiece'' figure, this time resembling his Burning Convoy appearance from "Lio Convoy in Imminent Danger!" He also has a reduced inventory, with only two of the gorilla and robot faces each.<br />
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:Due to shipment issues, Hasbro Pulse's release of Burning Convoy was delayed to April 2020.<br />
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:Burning Convoy was released as an EB Games exclusive in Canada and Australia.<br />
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===''Titans Return''===<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Master, <s>2017</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[John Warden]] (Hasbro)}}<br />
<br />
:For ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'', Hasbro apparently intended to release a [[Titan Master]] version of Optimus Primal, which would have been a redeco of [[Apeface#Generations|Apeface]] with alternate head<ref name="allsparkint">[https://www.allspark.com/2018/07/impromptu-allspark-com-interview-with-john-warden-hasbro-brand-team-at-sdcc-2018/ Allspark interview at SDCC 2018]</ref> and would have been included in [[wave]] 5 alongside [[Ramhorn (G1)#TitansReturn|Ramhorn]] and [[Toraizer#Generations|Toraizer]]. A listing was first found in [[Toys"R"Us]]'s systems.<ref name="trutr">[http://news.tfw2005.com/2016/08/28/titans-return-new-listings-legends-cosmos-seaspray-voyager-blitzwing-octane-324058 Toys"R"Us listings] for then upcoming ''Titans Return'' figures, including Titan Master "Optimus Prime".</ref> Almost a year later, a listing was also found on [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]]'s German website;<ref name="amazontr">[https://www.amazon.de/dp/B06WP21QJG Amazon Germany listing] for ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal.</ref> but ultimately, Ramhorn was the only new Titan Master figure included in wave 5, and it's currently unclear how far the Toraizer and Optimus Primal even made it in the planning stage. A [[Walmart]] listing under the UPC barcode assigned to Optimus Primal now reads as "discontinued by vendor".<ref name="walmarttr">[https://www.walmart.com/ip/Discontinued-by-Vendor/133608534 Walmart listing] for what would have been ''Titans Return'' Optimus Primal, now "discontinued by vendor".</ref><br />
{{Canceledtoy}}<br />
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===''Power of the Primes''===<br />
[[File:POTP-Leader-Evolved-Optimal-Optimus.jpg|thumb|If you don't want ''Beast Wars'' to win, don't put it on the ballot!|300px]]<br />
* '''Evolution Optimal Optimus''' (Leader Class, [[2018]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-27'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[August 25]], 2018<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Power of the Primes|Matrix of Leadership]] frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Gray]] and [[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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:In accordance with his victory in a poll to choose the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]], Optimus Primal received a toy in ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]''. Like all ''Power of the Primes'' Leader Class figures, Optimus is a small Deluxe-sized robot who combines with the armor to form a larger figure based on the "Optimal Optimus" toy from the original ''Beast Wars'' toyline. His smaller robot form transforms into a futuristic cargo ship; according to Hasbro at [[Toy Fair 2018]], the inner robot is meant to represent his Cybertronian form.<br />
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:He includes a Matrix of Leadership accessory with a removable center crystal, allowing any [[Prime Master]] to take its place. The Matrix can store in the cockpit, in reference to the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' episode "[[Optimal Situation]]", as well as two cannons which can be held as clubs or as guns in robot mode, and they can store in the legs of the Evolution Armor in ape mode. The Evolution Armor transforms into Optimal Optimus's gorilla mode, minus his backpack. The gorilla can ride Optimus Primal's ship mode as a surfboard, as a callback to Primal's [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal]] body and [[#Beast Wars 10th Anniversary|''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary'']] Deluxe figure. Optimus Primal can transform into a backpack for the gorilla, or combine with the armor to form a jet; the toy does ''not'' turn into the wheeled "ground cruiser" mode of the original OpOp. His two cannons can be placed next to his head, or on his chest after moving the cockpit downwards. They can also be left off and combined into a larger rifle or stored on his legs. In combined robot or ape mode, the weapons (individually or as a rifle) can be pegged into a 5mm post hole on either thumb, through there is no real way to do this that isn't awkward due to the placement.<br />
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[[File:TF-PotP-SDCC-2018-Throne-of-the-Primes-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Optimus Prime's belief that "[[Triple Takeover|thrones are for Decepticons]]" isn't shared by Optimus Primal.]]<br />
*'''Throne of the Primes''' (Leader Class, 2018)<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''PP-43'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[January 26]], [[2019]]<br />
**''Accessories'': Evolution Armor, two cannons/clubs, Matrix of Leadership frame, Matrix of Leadership core, 2 blast shields, crown, [[Scepter of Sparks]], [[Throne of the Primes]], 4 Prime Master figures<br />
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:''Power of the Primes'' "Throne of the Primes" Optimal Optimus is a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2018-exclusive redeco of Evolution Optimal Optimus. The biggest change in his deco is to the Evolution Armor itself, which features the same colors as the core figure. The waist and backpack of the core figure, along with the blast shields, are cast in same dark gray as his shoulders, chest, and calves. The outer shell of the Matrix core figure is recolored reddish-orange, and the cannons feature additional paint applications.<br />
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:The additional accessories tie in to Primal's winning of the [[Power of the Primes (franchise)#Notes|2017 fan vote for the next Prime]]. The Scepter of Sparks, modelled after the [[#MegaTransmetal|Transmetal figure]]'s club, which doubles as a mace, can hold up to four Prime Masters, such as the four included in this set. The crown is a new mold, featuring the Maximal logo on the front. Finally, the Throne of the Primes, while a cardboard insert, features artwork of the faces of the eight other competitors in the survey—[[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]], [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]], [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]], and [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Unknown Evil]]. The Prime Masters can also be stored in the [[Halo of Primus]], a circular rotating plastic tray included on the back of the throne.<br />
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:The four Primes he comes with are [[Amalgamous Prime#Generations|Amalgamous]], [[Nexus Prime#Generations|Nexus]], [[Prima#Generations|Prima]] and the [[Thirteenth Prime#Generations|Thirteenth]].<br />
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:For some odd reason, HasbroToyShop stock photography showed the figure with a [[Megatronus]] [[Inferno (G1)/toys#Generations|Inferno]] [[Prime Master/Combinations|card]], despite the figure coming with his own special card.<br />
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:Debuting at SDCC 2018, this set was later made available via [[Hasbro Toy Shop]], but sold out in about 20 minutes. The toy was later released at general retail in Taiwan and Japan.<br />
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===''Encore''===<br />
[[File:Encore-Returns-Convoy.jpg|thumb|300px|Ha, screw you [[scale]]!]]<br />
*'''Returns Convoy''' ([[November 24]], [[2018]])<br />
**''Accessories'': Disc<br />
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:''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' Returns Convoy is a redeco of ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' Supreme Class [[#Robots in Disguise (2001)|Air Attack Optimus Primal]], featuring a show-accurate deco on the majority of the figure (which had the pleasant side effect of curing the toy of [[Gold Plastic Syndrome]]). As a Japanese re-release, Returns Convoy's voice lines are provided by [[Takehito Koyasu]], including one referencing the infamous "Yvonco Pettanko" joke from the ''Beast Wars Returns'' episode "[[Fallout|The Cost of Victory]]".<br />
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===<br />
[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-Voyager-Class-OptimusPrimal.jpg|thumb|300px|New slogan of the year: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|TRUKK]] '''AND''' MUNKY!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2020]])<br />
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K8'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-01'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[March 27]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Ken Christiansen]] (concept artist)}}<ref>Transformers panel at [[Hasbro PulseCon 2020]]</ref><br />
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: Released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'', ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Optimus Primal transforms from a robot accurate to his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon into a realistic gorilla in 22 steps, as well as a cartoon-accurate ''King Kong'' style bipedal gorilla third mode. The figure makes up for its size with above-average articulation, including butterfly shoulder joints, double-jointed knees, opening hands, rotating shins for a foot point, and toe articulation in both modes. Optimus Primal also has fold-out shoulder cannons, two Cyber Blades that store on his back in either mode, and pop-out jointed forearm blasters. A rarity for the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'', Optimus Primal has no [[5 mm post|5 mm]] ports barring his hands, making him largely incompatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]. However, he still features 3 mm posts at the end of his blaster tips, as well as his buttflap; helping to replicate his "Primejets" from the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon. His hands also feature articulated fingers along with a thumb molded to approximate the 5 mm peghole, although due to this he cannot hold both Cyber Blades in one hand as the original figure could.<br />
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:Stock renders cast his robot mode feet in a more show-accurate grey. Hasbro stock photography (right) is mistransformed, with the robot mode's shoulder cannons still extended on the gorilla's shoulders. Some pictures also pose his gorilla legs in a way that makes the flap of thigh-covering [[kibble]] appear like a loincloth, when it can plug into his [[flight stand]] port to sit flush with the legs for a natural appearance. Optimus Primal also comes packaged with his shoulder cannons deployed, although they can be folded away in robot mode. Some specimens have silver paint on the Cyber Blades, others are off-white. It is not known which [[variant]] is more common.<br />
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:Due to insufficient clearance in his waist area, it is ''very'' easy to scrape off the white paint on top of his inner thigh from simply manipulating the figure. The most permanent solution would be to disassemble the the waist and shave down the contacting surfaces.<ref>[https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/threads/optimus-primal-anti-scraping-mod.1209685/ ''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal Anti-Paint Scraping Modification]</ref> Otherwise, exercise lots of caution when moving his hips. <br />
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:Like all ''Kingdom'' Voyager figures, Optimus Primal comes with a [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] card that "[[Source:Golden Disk destinies|reveals a possible destiny of a key character]]", with each character having three possible destiny variants. <br />
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[[File:TF-WFC-Kingdom-KD-EX-Burning-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Burning Optimus Primal''' (Voyager Class, [[2023]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-EX'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[April 1]], 2024<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
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:Released to promote the ''Rise of the Beasts'' movie, this Optimus Primal is a redeco of the ''Kingdom'' Voyager Class figure in his "Burning Convoy" form.<br />
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:Burning Optimus Primal is available as a Lawson Ticket exclusive item, where the customers must buy the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts|movie's]] special ticket along with the figure. He is also sold individually, unlike his unlucky wavemate [[Nemesis_Prime_(AOE)#Studio_Series|Nemesis Prime]]. <br />
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===<br />
[[File:WFCNetflixtoy-Maximal-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| Reject 1984; Return to Munky]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Battle 2-pack, [[2021]])<br />
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''WFC-19'''<br />
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[December 29]], 2021<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Blades"<br />
: Netflix Optimus Primal is a minor redeco of the Kingdom figure, with the only major differences being show accurate grey feet, lighter eyes in beast mode, and all-around darker colours. Gunmetal replaces all light silver on the figure and light silver replaces the metallic blue on the inner chest section. Primal is packaged with a similarly redecoed [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Rattrap]] figure.<br />
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:In addition to same the paint-scraping hips as before, his hands are now almost completely covered in black paint, and paint in the 5mm palms can wear off over time.<br />
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===''Vintage Beast Wars''===<br />
[[File:Vintage-Beast-Wars-Optimus-Primal.jpg|300px|thumb| You have seen this toy ''so many times'' on this page.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Reissue, 2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': Two swords, four missiles, flail<br />
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:In celebration of the 25th anniversary of ''Beast Wars'', the original 1996 Ultra Class Optimus Primal was reissued under the ''[[Vintage|Vintage Beast Wars]]'' lineup. Optimus Primal features all the same accessories and functionality as the latest mold use of the original toy but differs slightly in deco, having a slate blue instead of regular blue for the missiles, swords, and mace handle. The front and back of the head are now cast in gray plastic, painted dark metallic blue and the faceplate is then ''painted'' flat gray over that—as opposed to the original, where the back was cast in red plastic and the front was flat gray plastic with the helmet painted blue. The lack of bare red plastic on the back of the head affects the look of the mutant face in its intended configuration, where it's rotated to form the forehead. The robot mode chest is also lacking any inner red paint applications from the original.<br />
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:Much like ''[[Vintage|Vintage G1]]'', Optimus Primal is packaged in a box styled after the original ''Beast Wars'' toy packaging, [[package art]] and all. Also similar to ''Vintage G1'', the time disparity since the original release has the toy reasonably set at over double the price of the toy's 1996 release, $52.99 USD versus $20, and is exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the United States and Canada. Due to accommodating multiple languages, the bio card is also rather drastically changed, including using a silhouette of 2007 ''[[Movie (franchise)|Transformers]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime's]] head for the intelligence. The [[cross-sell]] for [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Cheetor]] and [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Vintage Beast Wars|Rattrap]] label them both inaccurately as Mega Class figures, instead of Deluxe Class and Basic Class, respectively (though both ''are'' priced the same).<br />
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===''Classic Heroes Team''===<br />
[[File:Classic Heroes Team Rescan Optimus Primal toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
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*'''Optimus Primal''' (All Star Rescan, [[2022]])<br />
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: ''[[Transformers: Classic Heroes Team|Classic Heroes Team]]'' Optimus Primal is a ''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (toyline)|Rescue Bots]]''-style Rescan figure, featuring a simple conversion from gorilla to robot mode. He features a pair of (non-firing) missile launchers on his back in both modes.<br />
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: Somewhat of a rarity among ''Transformers'' toys, both the toy itself and its packaging lack insignias or any kind of mention to what faction the character belongs to.<br />
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===''Authentics''===<br />
[[File:TF-Authentic-Titan-Changers-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''King Kong Adventure Phock''.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Titan Changer, 2022)<br />
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:''Authentics'' Titan Changer Optimus Primal is a 28cm figure with a very simple conversion from robot to gorilla.<br />
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:The toy was first [https://www.thetoyshop.com/action-toys-figures/action-figures/Transformers-Titan-Changers---Optimus-Primal-28cm-Figure/p/560587_PRMAL listed at thetoyshop.com], without any fanfare.<br />
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[[File:TF-Authentics-Bravo-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (Bravo, 2023)<br />
**Accessories: 2 Blasters<br />
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:Released in the sixth wave of [[Transformers Authentics|''Authentics'']] "Bravo" figures, Optimus Primal is a smaller version (about the size of the regular Legends/Core Class) of the character, and transforms into a gorilla. He comes with two blasters that he can hold, mount on his robot mode shoulders, or mount on his back in gorilla mode. Unlike most of the "Bravo" figures, Primal features fairly decent articulation.<br />
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:The figure was first sighted in Taiwan.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Again''===<br />
[[File:TF-BW-Vintage-JP-BWVS-01-Optimus-Primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|'''Bugs Bunny:''' "Take one more step on that rope and I'll cut it!" <br/> '''Primal:''' *''pulls the entire continent over to him''*]]<br />
*'''Kōkyū Beast no Taiketsu''' ([[August 26]], [[2023]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''BWVS-01'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Two "Cyber Sabers"<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]] (packaging artist)}}<br />
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:Released as part of the ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers Again|Beast Wars Again]]'' line, the "Eternal Beast Showdown" (恒久ビーストの対決) set contains Convoy and [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Beast Wars Again|Megatron]]. Convoy is a redeco of [[#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|''Kingdom'' Optimus Primal]] in a slavishly cartoon-accurate deco based on his appearance in the first season of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]'' cartoon. Unlike the previous two uses of the mold, this version of Primal solves the paint-scraping hip issue by molding the thighs themselves in white plastic, instead painting the gorilla fur details on the outsides of the thighs black.<br />
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==Merchandise==<br />
===''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''===<br />
*'''Beast Wars Transformers Slide Puzzle''' (1996)<br />
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:Released to advertise ''Beast Wars<nowiki>'</nowiki>'' airing in Japan, a small, hand-held slide-puzzle depicting Optimus Primal in robot mode, brandishing a sword, one arm cannon deployed, and looking very dynamic.<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''===<br />
[[File:Optimusprimalmutatingcard.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)<br />
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:Optimus Primal was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the ''Beast Wars'' [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game|card game]].<br />
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===''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''===<br />
* '''Beast Wars Transformers Sneakers''' (1997)<br />
: A pair of red, black and white sneakers, with the ''Beast Wars'' logo printed on the sole, a photo of Primal's beast mode head on the toe, and the name "OPTIMUS PRIMAL" repeated around the shoe's lateral.<br />
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===Kabaya===<br />
[[File:BWchoco primal.jpg|thumb|Grape ape.]]<br />
*'''Convoy vs Megatron''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
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:Part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Choco|Beast Wars Choco]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s, this small soft-rubber figurine of Optimus Primal—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''—came in a set with a similar figure of Megatron, along with a bio card and candy-covered chocolates. The figures were available in either translucent purple or smoky grey rubber.<br />
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[[File:Bwgum primal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Little Apetimus Prime]]<br />
*'''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''1'''<br />
**''Accessories:'' Mace, two swords<br />
:A snap together model kit of Optimus Primal was available as part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Gum|Beast Wars Gum]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s. Based on his original Ultra-class gorilla toy, the kit was sculpted from purple and black plastic with some sparse stickers for details, and could transform from robot to beast mode by being broken down into its component parts, then rebuilt into a new mode. It came with a stick of gum.<br />
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* '''Convoy''' (1997)<br />
: A nontransformable figurine of bat-body Primal, sculpted in a sword-wielding action pose across a blue base. Figure is painted. <br />
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* '''Convoy''' (candy toy, 1997)<br />
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: A tiny plastic Convoy figurine in his gorilla body and molded onto an irregularly-shaped stand was released by Kabaya. Labeled toy 1 of 6, the other characters in his wave were Dinobot, Rattrap, Megatron, Cheetor, and Rhinox. As always, terrible candy is included.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: Another small transformable figure was based on his first Transmetal body. It was multicolored and also came with gum.<br />
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* '''Transmetal Convoy''' (1999, Standard Kit)<br />
: A second, but non-transformable figure of Transmetal Optimus Primal was made in clear plastic, blue, and gray. Gum!<br />
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===''1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair''===<br />
[[File:BW-Metals-Convoy-Clear-Type-Figure.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|There's two and they're blue, with a back-view showing details just for you!]]<br />
*'''Metals Convoy Clear-Type Figure''' (Toei Anime Fair present, 1999)<br />
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: Released along with Arthur from the ''[[Microman|Tiny Giant Microman]]'' anime, this Metals Convoy figurine is a small, rubbery, transparent light-blue figurine based on his Transmetal form.<br />
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: Each figurine was packed in a semi-translucent-gray baggie, sealed with a single piece of tape. Included inside the baggie was also a sheet of paper with warnings and choking hazards on it.<br />
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: He and Arthur were available for the boy's section of the pre-screening purchase of the ''[[1999 Summer Toei Anime Fair]]''. Metals Convoy was limited to 100 pieces.<br />
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===''Metal Monument''===<br />
[[File:Metalmonumentconvoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Pelvic thrust: ON! Hungh!]]<br />
* '''Metal Monument Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
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: As the name suggests, the product is a [[die-cast]] statue of Optimus Primal. The head is convertible/removable in order to change the normal one with the battle mask/mutant head. The [[Package art|box art]] and the design of the product are both done by [[Hirofumi Ichikawa]].<br />
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===''Real Figure''===<br />
[[File:RealFig Convoy.jpg|thumb|upright=.88]]<br />
* '''Real Figure Metals Convoy''' (TAKARA, 1999)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 shoulder panels<br />
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:A pocket-sized version of Transmetal Optimus Primal was released in Japan by Takara in 1999. The tiny figure is fully transformable from gorilla to robot, though the shoulder panels need to be removed and placed on the gorilla mode sides. The figure is low on articulation, only having movable elbows and knees, though the latter is for his transformation. It lacks the "flying surfboard" mode of the larger toy.<br />
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:This Real Figure is the only one to be transformable, as subsequent releases were merely mini-figures with limited articulation.<br />
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===''Titanium Series''===<br />
[[File:TitaniumSeries-Primal3inch.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built—it was ''poured!'']]<br />
* '''Optimus Primal''' (3" Robot Master figurine, 2006)<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand, swords<br />
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:This 3-inch die-cast and plastic figurine of Optimus Primal features him in his ''Beast Wars'' season 1 appearance, with swords drawn in an action pose. The swords can be removed from his hands if you feel like it. He came with an [[Autobot]] figure stand, weirdly enough.<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/TitOptimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Titanium Series Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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===First 4 Figures===<br />
[[File:First 4 Figures Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|This Primal wasn't built.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (<s>2006</s> unreleased)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Henry Cheng]]}}<br />
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:First revealed in 2006 at both the UK<ref>[https://news.tfw2005.com/2006/01/25/first4figures-beast-wars-and-transformers-vs-g-i-joe-statuesbusts-4267 "First4Figures Beast Wars and Transformers VS. G.I. Joe Statues/Busts"] at TFW2005.com</ref> and New York [[Toy Fair]]s,<ref>[https://tformers.com/transformers-/5568/news.html "Toy Fair 2006 - First4Figures TF & GI Joe Statues& Busts"] at tformers.com</ref> this was to be an 8-inch tall resin bust of Optimus Primal released as part of a ''Beast Wars'' tenth anniversary series by model company [[First 4 Figures]]. Primal is depicted from the pelvis and upwards and mounted on a Maximal-themed base, and is sculpted in a style generally accurate to the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon series, though with the all-blue sword of the [[#FirstUltra|original Ultra Class toy]] (and a product listing that bizarrely noted an influence from [[Dreamwave Productions]]).<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070214013533/http://www.first4figures.com/exclusivesproduct_detail.asp?range=3&id=40 Optimus Primal product listing on First 4 Figures's website] (archive)</ref><br />
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:Mini busts in the planned ''Beast Wars'' line were designed to reflect the scale of the characters as seen in the cartoon, and each was set to be limited to 1,996 pieces, in a nod to the franchise's year of origin.<ref name=ASM>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070806062058/http://toyfair06.asmzine.com/first4figures/report.html "First4Figures Limited Transformers Statues and Busts Info!"] at ASMzine.com (archived)</ref> Primal was among the first intended to be released (likely ''the'' first, given both finalised stock images and a full product listing) in July 2006, though after a series of delays, he and the rest of the ''Beast Wars'' bust line were cancelled, with First 4 Figures citing a challenging marketplace and lack of retailer interest.<br />
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===''3D Battle-Card Game''===<br />
[[File:3DBattleCard-OptimusPrimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|All your favorite 3D action!]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2007)<br />
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: A 52-point "rare" character in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]'s "Energon Wars" expansion, Optimus Primal "transforms" into a black ape. He uses the same parts layout as [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]], [[Ravage (G1)/toys|Ravage]], and [[Rampage (G1)|Rampage]], although the figure's beast mode is assembled differently. Optimus Primal is nominally the leader of the Autobots in the set. The surface of the figure uses images of the original Ultra ape toy. <br />
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===''Robot Heroes''===<br />
[[File:Robotheroestarantulasprimal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Primal mocks Tarantulas's inability to display jazz hands.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Predacon Tarantulas''' (Two-pack, 2008)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', this PVC figurine of Optimus Primal's original gorilla body has articulation in the shoulders and neck. He was available only in a "Beast Wars Series" two-pack with [[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#Robot Heroes|Tarantulas]] (amusingly enough, the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] he also came with in the ''[[MicroVerse]]'' [[Orcanoch#Beast Wars|Orcanoch]] playset).<br />
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Maximal/RHOprimusPrimal/optimusprimal.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Primal at TFU.info]''<br />
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[[File:Robot heroes primal jetstorm.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The next Bio-Force Ape? Only time will tell.]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal & Jetstorm''' (Two-pack, <s>2009</s>)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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:Optimus Primal would have come with [[Jetstorm (BM)#Robot Heroes|Jetstorm]] in this "Beast Machines Series" set. Like the other later ''Robot Heroes'' waves, this toy was cancelled because retailers only wanted ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' toys. Some managed to trickle out into the wild - the picture seen here comes from an eBay auction. He looks... Unhinged, to say the least.<br />
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===Prime 1 Studio===<br />
====''Premium Masterline''====<br />
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Premium Masterline Optimus Primal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2017)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''PMTFBW-01''' / '''01EX''' (exclusive)<br />
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, battle mask (exclusive)<br />
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:[[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Premium Masterline'' Optimus Primal is a highly detailed statue of Primal's robot mode posing over the bits of a destroyed [[Waspinator (BW)/toys#Prime 1 Studio|Waspinator]]. He features LED lights on his eyes.<br />
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:The statue comes with an alternate head with an angry expression. The exclusive version also comes with another head with his face covered by his battle mask.<br />
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:The standard version was limited to 500 pieces, while the exclusive version was limited to 200 pieces.<br />
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====''Cutie1''====<br />
[[File:Cutie1 Optimus Primal Figure.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2022)<br />
**''ID Number'': '''No:058'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Stand<br />
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:''Cutie1'' Optimus Primal is a soft vinyl figure stylized as a button-eyed doll with chibi proportions.<br />
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===Flame Toys===<br />
====Furai Action====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (June 2021)<br />
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====Furai Model====<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (20??)<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Akira Amemiya]] (concept artist)}}<br />
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===''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''===<br />
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[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Optimus-Primal.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2021)<br />
**''Accessories'': 2 Cyber Blades, 2 alternate hands<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Dennis Chan]] (sculptor)}}<br />
<br />
:Released in the fourth wave of the ''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' line, Optimus Primal, 6-inch action figure akin to the ones from the ''[[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] Legends'' and ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] The Black Series'' lines. He features over 30 points of articulation and extensive paint operations in an attempt at [[show-accuracy]].<br />
<br />
:Optimus Primal includes two closed fists, and a pair of open hands to hold his two Cyber Blade accessories; the blades can connect end to end at the hilt to create a double-ended weapon. A blaster is hidden in each of his forearms, which are revealed by pushing underneath his wrists. Additionally, he features a pair of blasters that flip forward over his shoulders.<br />
<br />
:As with all ''R.E.D.'' toys, Optimus Primal was a Walmart exclusive in Canada and the United States, and was later made available on [[Hasbro Pulse]] in limited quantities.<br />
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<br />
===''Transformers Character Card''===<br />
{{anchor|TCC Ape}}<br />
[[File:Transformers Character Card Optimus Primal and Beast Megatron.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convoy (Beast Wars) and Megatron (Beast Wars) Set''' ([[April 14]], [[2022]])<br />
**''ID number:'' '''15 & 16'''<br />
<br />
:Released as part of the third wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convoy" and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#15|Translation of Optimus Primal's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
{{anchor|TCC Bat}}<br />
[[File:Transformers Character Card Beast Wars Convobat and Megalligator.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]<br />
*'''Convobat & Mega<!--spelling on card-->ligator{{sic}} Set''' ([[November 1]] 2022)<br />
**''ID number:'' '''29 & 30'''<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Shōji Imaki]] (illustration)}}<br />
<br />
:Released as part of the fifth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Convobat" and [[Megatron (BW)|"Megal<!--spelling on card-->igator"]] (distinct from the separate characters [[Convobat]] and [[Megalligator]]) in their Wave 1 Basic Class bodies along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]]. Optimus Primal is specifically depicted in his "[[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Beast Wars|Bat Primal]]" body.<br />
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#29|Translation of Beast Wars Convobat's Transformers Character Card]]''<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
===Jada Toys===<br />
[[File:JadaNanoMetalfigsSeries2G1BW-18pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]<br />
*'''Transformers Series 2 18-pack''' (4&nbsp;cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)<br />
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], ''Nano Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.<br />
<br />
:He is marketed as an Autobot instead of a Maximal and comes in an impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]].<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|Metalfigs}}<br />
*'''Optimus Prime / Bumblebee / Optimus Primal / Megatron''' (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure 4-pack, 2022)<br />
:''Metalfigs'' Optimus Primal is a static die-cast figurine of superdeformed proportions. He is available in a 4-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Bumblebee]] and [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Megatron]].<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
===''ReAction''===<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2)<br />
<br />
: Released in the seventh wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[Super7#ReAction|ReAction]]'' Optimus Primal is a non-converting figure based on his original [[Mainframe]] [[character model]], with 5 points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips). He includes his two curved swords. <br />
<br />
: Optimus Primal comes packaged on a small cardback that mixes the design of the original ''Beast Wars'' packaging with some nostalgic elements resembling [[Kenner]]'s ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' action figures from the late 1970s to early '80s.<br />
<br />
<br />
*'''Hyper Steel Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Swords (2), spark<br />
<br />
: This redeco of ''ReAction'' Optimus Primal now features translucent black plastic and a new accessory representing a floating [[spark]]. This piece was [[exclusive]] to [[Target]].<br />
<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
===Diamond Select===<br />
[[File:DiamondSelectPrimal.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]<br />
*'''Optimus Primal''' (2023)<br />
<br />
:Produced by [[Diamond Select]], this "Milestone" statue of Optimus Primal represents his season 1 body. The statue stands 14 inches tall and is posed to look as though it were suspended in midair by Primal's jet exhaust. Only 1,000 were produced, with an MSRP of $500. <br />
{{comingsoontoy}}<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
[[File:Manta ray bw toy.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb]]<br />
* Early in ''Beast Wars'' development, Hasbro conceived manta ray toys of "Optimus Prime" (before the cartoon made Primal a separate character) to go with "Megatron" as a sea turtle. The resulting [[McDonald's]] toy (at right) diverged in the final stage to become the separate character [[Manta Ray (BW)|Manta Ray]].<br />
* In addition to the bat and manta concepts, Hasbro also conceived of an "Optimus Prime" lion retool of "[[Prowl (G1)/toys#Notes|Prowl]]", the early form of [[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Cheetor]] which spun off to become [[Panther]]. While the lion McDonald's toy did not come to fruition, the concept may have inspired Takara to create [[Lio Convoy]].<br />
* The design of Optimus Primal's bat form is an [[homage]] to [[Batman]], an action figure license also held at the time by [[Kenner]].<ref>Page 78, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* According to Bob Forward at a BotCon panel, the "Flight Mode" Primal has in the first season of the ''Beast Wars'' animation is a vestigial reference to the bat-form, the concept being that Primal and Megatron would each have had 4(!) modes, able to transform freely between them. This was ultimately considered too difficult to animate, and the concept was dropped, Primal's "Prime Jets" being a way to prevent re-writing the flight-related parts of the scripts. <br />
* Primal's gorilla mode, paired against [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]]'s ''T. rex'' mode, was inspired by the showdown in the film ''[[King Kong]]''.<ref>[http://obscuretf.com/hhk/BC04interviews.html Botcon 2004 Interview with Vinnie D'Alleva], p2</ref><br />
* According to the control art of Optimus Primal's first gorilla toy, his chest originally seemed to be a kind of launcher instead of being an homage to the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]].<ref>Page 50, Toy database section in ''[[Beast Wars Universe]]''</ref><br />
* The Basic class bat Optimus Primal toy, named "Convobat" in Japan, was homaged in the [[2016]] [[e-HOBBY]]-exclusive [[Convobat#Legends|Convobat]] toy, which is characterized as a separate individual from Optimus Primal.<br />
{{--}}<br />
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[[Category:Platinum Edition]]<br />
[[Category:Power of the Primes characters]]<br />
[[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br />
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]<br />
[[Category:Robotmasters Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2001) Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Timelines characters]]<br />
[[Category:Titanium Series]]<br />
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]<br />
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LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Cheetor_(disambiguation)&diff=1705724
Cheetor (disambiguation)
2023-07-05T15:17:54Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{disambig}}<br />
'''Cheetor''' has many similarities with [[Hot Shot (disambiguation)|Hot Shot]] and [[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]. And is a cheetah.<br />
<br />
==Major Cheetors==<br />
<center><gallery widths="150px" heights="200px"><br />
File:Cheetorbw.jpg|[[Cheetor (BW)|''Beast Era'' Cheetor]]<br><hr>[[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Toys]]<br />
File:CyberverseCheetor.jpg|[[Cheetor (Cyberverse)|''Cyberverse'' Cheetor]]<br />
File:ROTB-Cheetor-Render-Beastmode.jpg|[[Cheetor (ROTB)|''Rise of the Beasts'' Cheetor]]<br />
</gallery></center><br />
<br />
==Full list of Cheetors==<br />
{{disamb|y=[[1996]]|[[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]], the [[Maximal]] cheetah from ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]''.}}<br />
**For toys of this character, see [[Cheetor (BW)/toys]].<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2002]]|[[Cheetor (Go-Bots)|Cheetor]], the [[Go-Bot (species)|Go-Bot]] cheetah from ''[[Transformers: Go-Bots (franchise)|Go-Bots]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2003]]|[[Cheetor (Armada)|Cheetor]], the [[Autobot]] cheetah from ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2008]]|[[Cheetor (TransTech)|Cheetor]], the [[Transcendent Technomorph|TransTech]] cheetah-like race car from ''[[Transformers: TransTech|TransTech]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2011]]|[[Cheetor (Animated)|Cheetor]], the Autobot cheetah-like race car from ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2016]]|[[Cheetor (BWSG)|Cheetor]], the evil Maximal from ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2019]]|[[Cheetor (Cyberverse)|Cheetor]], the guardian of the [[AllSpark]] from ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (franchise)|Cyberverse]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2023]]|[[Cheetor (ROTB)|Cheetor]], the Maximal from ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]''.}}</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Cheetor_(disambiguation)&diff=1705723
Cheetor (disambiguation)
2023-07-05T15:17:47Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{disambig}}<br />
'''Cheetor''' has many similarities with [[Hot Shot (disambiguation)|Hot Shot]] and [[Bumblebee (disambiguation)|Bumblebee]]. And is a cheetah<br />
<br />
==Major Cheetors==<br />
<center><gallery widths="150px" heights="200px"><br />
File:Cheetorbw.jpg|[[Cheetor (BW)|''Beast Era'' Cheetor]]<br><hr>[[Cheetor (BW)/toys|Toys]]<br />
File:CyberverseCheetor.jpg|[[Cheetor (Cyberverse)|''Cyberverse'' Cheetor]]<br />
File:ROTB-Cheetor-Render-Beastmode.jpg|[[Cheetor (ROTB)|''Rise of the Beasts'' Cheetor]]<br />
</gallery></center><br />
<br />
==Full list of Cheetors==<br />
{{disamb|y=[[1996]]|[[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]], the [[Maximal]] cheetah from ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]''.}}<br />
**For toys of this character, see [[Cheetor (BW)/toys]].<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2002]]|[[Cheetor (Go-Bots)|Cheetor]], the [[Go-Bot (species)|Go-Bot]] cheetah from ''[[Transformers: Go-Bots (franchise)|Go-Bots]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2003]]|[[Cheetor (Armada)|Cheetor]], the [[Autobot]] cheetah from ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2008]]|[[Cheetor (TransTech)|Cheetor]], the [[Transcendent Technomorph|TransTech]] cheetah-like race car from ''[[Transformers: TransTech|TransTech]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2011]]|[[Cheetor (Animated)|Cheetor]], the Autobot cheetah-like race car from ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2016]]|[[Cheetor (BWSG)|Cheetor]], the evil Maximal from ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2019]]|[[Cheetor (Cyberverse)|Cheetor]], the guardian of the [[AllSpark]] from ''[[Transformers: Cyberverse (franchise)|Cyberverse]]''.}}<br />
{{disamb|y=[[2023]]|[[Cheetor (ROTB)|Cheetor]], the Maximal from ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]''.}}</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Lancelon_(RID)&diff=1705722
Lancelon (RID)
2023-07-05T15:15:27Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{factions|minicon|decepticon|autobot}}<br />
{{disambig2|the Mini-Con sword wielder|the human sword wielder|Lancelot}}<br />
:''Lancelon is a [[Weaponizer (RID)|Weaponizer]] [[Mini-Con]] of variable allegiance from the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:Lancelon Art copy.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Ask me the questions, bridgekeeper. I am not afraid.]]<br />
<br />
The mighty '''Lancelon''' is one of the [[Weaponizer (RID)|Weaponizer]] Mini-Cons under the guidance of [[Aerobolt]]. Sometimes Lancelon works with [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]].<br />
<br />
{{TOCclear}}<br />
<br />
==Fiction==<br />
===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===<br />
[[File:RID2015 MightyBigTrouble Lancelon.jpg|left|thumb|250px]]<br />
Lancelon and his fellow Mini-Cons were captured by the [[Decepticon]]s in their youth and experimented on. Given the ability to combine with their larger brethren, the Mini-Cons were stored in a laboratory in [[Darkmount (Cybertron)|Darkmount]] until [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] stumbled on them. They managed to escape Starscream and fell in with some scavengers so they could escape [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], only to find their new hosts were heading for [[Earth]]. They set about trying to work out a way to abandon the scavengers and leave the planet. {{storylink|Mini-Con Madness (RID)|Mini-Con Madness}}<br />
<br />
The Mini-Cons accompanied the scavengers to an automated ship to find a relic, though Lancelon stayed on deck with [[Paralon (RID)|Paralon]] while the other scavengers headed for the seabed. After the scavengers managed to retrieve the [[Dark Star Saber]], Lancelon and his companions stole their [[Weaponizers' ship|sub-orbital craft]]. Detecting a power source capable of getting them off-planet, they invaded [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist|the scrapyard]] looking for it, only to be told it had already been destroyed. {{storylink|Mighty Big Trouble}} Their craft eventually ran out of fuel, but they ran into the Autobots again, and after [[Aerobolt]] recognised [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], the two groups teamed up. During an ensuing fight with the scavengers, Lancelon and his companions were snatched up by Starscream. {{storylink|Mini-Con Madness (RID)|Mini-Con Madness}}<br />
<br />
Starscream attempted to merge with the Mini-Cons, only for it to fail because [[Tricerashot]] was missing. He was eventually able to obtain the last Mini-Con and merge with all seven Mini-Cons. them all, however Fixit was able to activate a signal and separate Aerobolt. Aerobolt found Optimus and linked with him, providing the Autobot leader with a powerup that let him go up against the super-powered Starscream. The super-powered Starscream dueled with Optimus until he was able to be lured into range of [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]]'s signal, which separated him from the Mini-Cons. Lancelon and his fellow Mini-Cons left Earth on the sub-orbital craft, now modified by Fixit for space travel. {{storylink|Worthy}}<br />
{{--}}<br />
<br />
==Games==<br />
===''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game===<br />
{{charstubgames|{{storylink|Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|Robots in Disguise}}}}<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2015)===<br />
{{anchor|4pack}}<br />
[[File:RID Mini-Con 4-Pack Lancelon.jpg|thumb|right|400px|By the power of [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], I have the power!]]<br />
*'''Mini-Con 4 Pack''' (Mini-Con 4-Pack, 2016)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Armor sprue (chest armor w/ faceguard, 2 arm blades, 2 sword-prongs)<br />
<br />
: Included in a 4 pack with Decepticon [[Bashbreaker]], [[Lord Doomitron]], and an Autobot version of [[Dragonus]], Lancelon sports a yellow and purple color scheme. He has a 5mm post on his end so he can be wielded by larger figures in weapon mode. He also has a 3mm/5mm double post on his back, allowing him to be carried or mounted on a wider variety of figures. He includes an armor sprue that can attach to his body via several connection points and does not need to be removed to convert to either mode, although his mask must be folded down to better form his weapon mode.<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|Individual}}<br />
[[File:RID-Minicons-W4_LANCELON-Robot-Mode.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br />
*'''Lancelon''' (Mini-Con Weaponizer, 2016)<br />
**''Accessories:'' Armor sprue (chest armor w/ faceguard, 2 arm blades, 2 sword-prongs)<br />
<br />
: Part of the second wave of Weaponizer Mini-Cons, Lancelon transforms from sword to robot and back at the pull of a plunger on his back. He is recoloured white and pale blue and retains his set of armor. This single release version of him was released ''after'' his 4-pack release.<br />
<br />
: Both waves of individual Weaponizer Mini-Cons ultimately went unreleased in the US, not even coming out through discounters. They did see release in various European and Asian markets.<br />
<br />
: While his packaging and in-game content label him as a Decepticon, the toy itself has an Autobot scan badge.<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|Starscream}}<br />
[[File:RID15_Mini-Con_Power_Surge_Lancelon.jpg|thumb|right|350px]]<br />
*'''Power Surge Starscream & Lancelon''' (Power Heroes, 2016)<br />
<br />
:Released within the [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] "Clash of the Transformers" wave of Power Heroes figures, Lancelon is available only with the larger Starscream figure. Lancelon is much simpler than his previous mold, made of softer plastic, and features no functional articulation. He can transform into a sword and also be worn as chest armor for Starscream.<br />
<br />
:Unlike most figures in this line, Lancelon does not have a scan badge, but does have a tiny faux badge sculpted onto his chest.<br />
<br />
{{-}}{{anchor|Shining}}<br />
[[File:RID15_Mini-Con_Shining_Lancelon.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]<br />
*'''Shining Lancelon''' (Micron, [[November 11|11-11]]-2016)<br />
<br />
: This gray and clear-red version of the Weaponizer Lancelon mold was part of the “[[Campaign item|Hyper Micron Gift Campaign]]” in Japan. He was given away as a freebie with the purchase of 3,000 yen or more of ''Transformers'' products at participating [[Toys"R"Us]] stores in November 2016.<br />
:Oh, and he's an Autobot again.<br />
{{-}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
*He can never decide what side he is on. <br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Lancelon''' (ランスロン ''Ransuron'')<br />
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[[Category:Japanese promotion exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]<br />
[[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Toys"R"Us Japan exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Weaponizer Mini-Cons]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Burning_Plasma_Blaster&diff=1705720
Burning Plasma Blaster
2023-07-05T15:10:52Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{Noname-unconfirmed}} Burning Plasma Blaster is a [[Transformer]] from the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Rise of the Beasts]] portion of the [[live-action film series]] [[Continuity family|continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:ROTBtoy-BurningPlasmaBlaster.jpg|thumb|upright=2|Full of [[burning justice]]. And plasma!]]<br />
<br />
''Burning Plasma Blaster''' (バーニングプラズマブラスター ''Bāningu Purazuma Burasutā'') is a little bot who turns into a gun, presumably one that shoots burning plasma.<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===''Beast Kakusei''===<br />
*'''Burning Plasma Blaster''' (Promotional item)<br />
**''Release date'': [[April 15]], [[2023]]<br />
<br />
: Burning Plasma Blaster is a [[redeco]] of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Battle Master]] [[Firebolt (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Firedrive]], transforming into a double-barreled blaster that can be held by other figures with the standard [[5 mm post]] compatibility. The actual gun barrel piece can detach from its back, revealing a 3 mm peg, and connect to their arm like a cannon. The ends of the gun barrels end in 3 mm pegs for use with [[Fire Blast effect]] parts (sold separately).<br />
<br />
: This toy was a [[campaign item|promotional giveaway]] for the ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Beast Kakusei]]'' toyline in Japan, given away free with the purchase of 5000 yen worth of ''Beast Kakusei'' product from any participating store beginning in mid-April. As no specific stores were named in the campaign advertisement, it's presumably a lot of them.<br />
{{WFCSiegeFiredriveMold}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
*It is an open question as to if "Burning Plasma Blaster" is the character's actual name or simply a descriptor. Pick whichever you think is correct or funnier.<br />
*Burning Plasma Blaster is the first promotional giveaway toy TakaraTomy has released since "[[Lancelon#Shining|Shining Lancelon]]" back in ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Adventure]]'', in late 2016.<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
* [https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_mv7/campaign/ Promotional campaign page on TakaraTomy's website]<br />
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[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]<br />
[[Category:Japanese promotion exclusives]]<br />
[[Category:Rise of the Beasts Transformers]]<br />
[[Category:Toy-only characters]]</div>
LOGIC
https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Burning_Plasma_Blaster&diff=1705719
Burning Plasma Blaster
2023-07-05T15:10:05Z
<p>LOGIC: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{Noname-unconfirmed}}:''Burning Plasma Blaster is a [[Transformer]] from the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Rise of the Beasts]] portion of the [[live-action film series]] [[Continuity family|continuity family]].''<br />
[[File:ROTBtoy-BurningPlasmaBlaster.jpg|thumb|upright=2|Full of [[burning justice]]. And plasma!]]<br />
<br />
'''Burning Plasma Blaster''' (バーニングプラズマブラスター ''Bāningu Purazuma Burasutā'') is a little bot who turns into a gun, presumably one that shoots burning plasma.<br />
<br />
==Toys==<br />
===''Beast Kakusei''===<br />
*'''Burning Plasma Blaster''' (Promotional item)<br />
**''Release date'': [[April 15]], [[2023]]<br />
<br />
: Burning Plasma Blaster is a [[redeco]] of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' [[Battle Master]] [[Firebolt (G1)#War for Cybertron: Siege|Firedrive]], transforming into a double-barreled blaster that can be held by other figures with the standard [[5 mm post]] compatibility. The actual gun barrel piece can detach from its back, revealing a 3 mm peg, and connect to their arm like a cannon. The ends of the gun barrels end in 3 mm pegs for use with [[Fire Blast effect]] parts (sold separately).<br />
<br />
: This toy was a [[campaign item|promotional giveaway]] for the ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Beast Kakusei]]'' toyline in Japan, given away free with the purchase of 5000 yen worth of ''Beast Kakusei'' product from any participating store beginning in mid-April. As no specific stores were named in the campaign advertisement, it's presumably a lot of them.<br />
{{WFCSiegeFiredriveMold}}<br />
<br />
==Notes==<br />
*It is an open question as to if "Burning Plasma Blaster" is the character's actual name or simply a descriptor. Pick whichever you think is correct or funnier.<br />
*Burning Plasma Blaster is the first promotional giveaway toy TakaraTomy has released since "[[Lancelon#Shining|Shining Lancelon]]" back in ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Adventure]]'', in late 2016.<br />
<br />
==External links==<br />
* [https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/tf_mv7/campaign/ Promotional campaign page on TakaraTomy's website]<br />
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[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]<br />
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Sandspear
2023-07-05T15:08:13Z
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:''Sandspear is a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] from the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Rise of the Beasts]] portion of the [[movie continuity family]].''<br />
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'''Sandspear''' is a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] scorpion who is partnered with fellow Predacon scorpion [[Scorponok (ROTB)|Scorponok]].<br />
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[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastWeaponizersScorponok.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Not Baby Scorponok]]<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts''===<br />
*'''Predacon Scorponok & Sandspear''' (Beast Weaponizers, 2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Tail weapon<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Koki Yamada]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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: Released as part of a Target-exclusive ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' line, ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Rise of the Beasts]]'' Sandspear transforms from monstrous robotic scorpion to a blade that Scorponok can wield.<br />
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==Notes==<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Sandspear''' (サンドスピア ''Sandosupia'')<br />
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[[Category:Rise of the Beasts Predacons]]</div>
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Sandspear
2023-07-05T15:06:03Z
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:''Sandspear is a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] from the [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (franchise)|Rise of the Beasts]] portion of the [[movie continuity family]].''<br />
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'''Sandspear''' is a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] scorpion who is partnered with fellow Predacon scorpion [[Scorponok (ROTB)|Scorponok]].<br />
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[[File:ROTBtoy-BeastWeaponizersScorponok.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''Rise of the Beasts''===<br />
*'''Predacon Scorponok & Sandspear''' (Beast Weaponizers, 2023)<br />
**''Accessories'': Tail weapon<br />
{{toydesigner|[[Koki Yamada]] (TakaraTomy)}}<br />
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: Released as part of a Target-exclusive ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' line, ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (toyline)|Rise of the Beasts]]'' Sandspear transforms from monstrous robotic scorpion to a blade that Scorponok can wield.<br />
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==Notes==<br />
===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Sandspear''' (サンドスピア ''Sandosupia'')<br />
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[[Category:Rise of the Beasts Predacons]]</div>
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Slide
2023-07-05T15:01:19Z
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:''Slide is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br />
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[[File:Slide cardart.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Partner is ''not'' named "Slip".]]<br />
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When you're as cool as '''Slide''', everything looks easy. Gliding effortlessly from task to task with a quick wit and a laid-back charm, Slide knows that when the heat is on, the trick is to not let them see you sweat. Their feet contain reserves of a frictionless gel; when deployed, it allows them to skate along any surface. <br />
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Sure, this lackadaisical attitude might lead others to think that this cool cat is just an unmotivated slacker, but [[Metro Squad]] leader [[Oiler]] knows that Slide doesn't want the other members of the team to know how much his [[combiner]] partner cares.<ref>''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]'' #6</ref> More than anything, however, Slide cares deeply about Oiler. If anything ever happened to him, Slide would never be able to forgive the culprit... or themself.<br />
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Slide's nature varies. Some versions are male; others are female.<br />
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==Fiction==<br />
===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br />
====''Return of Convoy'' toy bios====<br />
Slide was a member of the [[Fire Tanker W Team]] under the leadership of [[Wheel Blaze]]. {{storylink|#Return of Convoy|Fire Tanker W Team bio}}<br />
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====''Legends'' comic====<br />
In [[2038]], Slide was on [[Micro|Zone]] when it was invaded by the forces of [[Violengiguar]] and [[Dark Nova]]. Along with a number of fellow Micromasters, Slide swarmed the possessed body of [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]], distracting the Decepticon spirit inside until heavier weaponry could be brought to the battlefield. {{storylink|The Road to Legends' Revival Chapter 4: LG-EX Big Powered Prologue Part One|LG-EX Big Powered Prologue Part One}}<br />
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===2005 IDW continuity===<br />
{{first|[[New Cybertron Part 1: To Walk Among the Chosen|''Optimus Prime'' #1]]}}<br />
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[[File:TimeWillRust-OilerAndSlide.jpg|thumb|left|250px|"I bet your sibling taught you that you mean something. That you're here for a reason. My sibling taught me a different lesson, dying in the desert for no reason at all... He taught me the world only makes sense if you force it to."]]<br />
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Slide and her [[twin]] brother Oiler hailed from the colony world of [[Devisiun (planet)|Devisiun]], settled by Transformer colonists millions of years ago and subsequently evolving into a civilization of linked Transformers where each formed one half of a single alternate mode. Slide and her brother were raised to believe that their pioneering forebears had "civilized" this once-verdant planet for its own good; they spent their early years playing with the [[Native Devisen|native creatures]], viewing them as backwards lifeforms whom the Transformers had "saved" from their own feral existence. {{storylink|Time Will Rust}} <br />
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[[File:ToWalkAmongTheChosen-OilerAndSlide.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Tank(er) Girl]]<br />
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Like the other [[Titan (group)|Titan]] colonies, the Devisiens were highly religious, and a common belief was that [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]s were holy figures, wise keepers of the ultimate truths. {{storylink|Primeless, Part 2}} Shortly after Devisiun joined the [[Council of Worlds]] the twins learned of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]], who eventually visited their planet in search of new recruits to help keep the peace on [[Earth]]. {{storylink|Post}} Despite Slide's initial hesitance, Oiler was excited at the prospects of working alongside the Prime, following in the footsteps of their ancestors by saving [[human]]ity from itself. {{storylink|Time Will Rust}} and so both twins joined Prime on Earth at some point after the [[Ore-13]] crisis. Like the other recently arrived [[Colonist Soldiers]] they began wearing [[mouthplate]]s to emulate him. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 1: To Walk Among the Chosen|To Walk Among the Chosen}}<br />
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The new recruits got their first taste of real action when they were sent to [[Mexico City]] with [[Aileron]] in the hopes of locating a cache of recovered Cybertronian technology. They discovered that an anti-Transformer mob had set up a protest that had quickly turned into a riot. When a human protester shot [[Midnight Express (RID)|Midnight Express]] with a black-market [[Earth Defense Command|EDC]] weapon, Optimus summoned reinforcements. While [[Soundwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Soundwave]], [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Arcee]], and [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jazz]] saved the day, the new meat watched in awe. Back aboard [[Metrotitan (G1)|Autobot City]], the assembled colonists continued to laud the myriad deeds of Optimus; their combined hero-worship managed to annoy even Aileron. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 1: To Walk Among the Chosen|To Walk Among the Chosen}}<br />
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After Optimus Prime made contact with the [[Junkion (species)|Junkion]]s, the colonist platoon badgered a recently returned Optimus with questions about the newcomers. Soundwave wasn't inclined to field their questions and told them to shut up, though Slide cracked wise partway through Soundwave's story about the battle of [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]]. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 2: A Lonely Pillar on the Plain|A Lonely Pillar on the Plain}} <br />
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[[File:FeelSafeWithoutRegrets-justice.jpg|thumb|left|250px|"Twenty minutes on Earth, Pyra. We've seen what promises are worth. How many good guys are left? How many stayed that way?"]]<br />
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Slide and the other colonists knelt as Optimus Prime returned to Earth from Cybertron, and later watched on as Optimus and [[Pyra Magna]] had a heated argument about Prime's use of the Matrix. The twins were present on the deck of Metrotitan when Optimus held a summit with several human governments... only to be interrupted when the Junkions unleashed a horde of ravenous [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticon]]s. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 4: Dance Among the Shadows|Dance Among the Shadows}} The awed colonists watched as Optimus ordered Metrotitan to lay siege to the [[Quintesson Cruiser|Junkion mothership]], and Oiler and Slide fought to keep the Junkions off the [[Titan (group)|Titan]]'s deck. Though she fought hard, Slide couldn't save her brother from a surprise Junkion attack; furious, Slide deployed her cannons and blew her brother's killer to smithereens. {{storylink|New Cybertron Part 5: Future Glories Lost|Future Glories Lost}}<br />
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As the battle reached its zenith, Slide attempted to convince Optimus to kill [[Rum-Maj]], the way he had once put down [[Galvatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Galvatron]]. Optimus took a different tack: laying down his arms to negotiate a new peace between the races. With the [[President of the United States|President]]'s blessing, the Junkions relocated to the [[Marshall Islands|Bikini Atoll]] to start anew. While the other Autobots worked to build a new refugee camp for the aliens, Slide resentfully watched from a distance, confiding in Pyra Magna that she wanted justice for her brother's death. {{storylink|New Cybertron End: Feel Safe Without Regrets|Feel Safe Without Regrets}} <br />
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[[File:TheNextDayAndTheNext-OilersGrave.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.6|''(Batman voice)'' My brother is ''deeeeeaaaaaad!'']]<br />
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As construction of "[[Little Cybertron]]" continued, the colonists held a funeral for Oiler. Slide fumed at the callousness of burying her brother on the island now inhabited by the aliens who had killed him; when Midnight Express tried to talk her down, she yelled that she couldn't even transform anymore and that none of the others could understand the pain of losing their other half before storming off. {{storylink|The Next Day, and the Next}} After being left behind when everyone else transformed to drive to the beach after the day's work, Pyra Magna quietly told her that while the others might "make excuses for the Prime", ''she'' wouldn't forget Oiler's loss and pain. {{storylink|What It's Really Like}}<br />
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Slide's discontent with Optimus and [[human]]ity continued to fester over the coming weeks; by the time that Earth prepared to formally join the [[Council of Worlds]] she remained at Autobot City, still upset with Optimus' recent history of compromise. The ceremony was cut short by [[Joe Colton|Baron Ironblood]]'s attack on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], temporarily cutting off Earth from Cybertron. With Optimus Prime and his inner retinue on Cybertron and now missing in action, Aileron took charge over the deteriorating situation despite Slide's objections, and brought Slide and the other colonists with her to search for the missing [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jazz]]. <br />
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[[File:PrimelessPart1-AileronAndSlide.jpg|thumb|left|250px|"Optimus has the power to wipe out the entire Cybertronian race! And if we believe there is even a one percent chance that he's our enemy, we have to take it as an absolute certainty!"]]<br />
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The team tracked their missing teammate to [[Oaxaca]], where Slide's mounting frustration with the humans boiled over after they ran afoul of more humans wielding reverse-engineered Cybertronian technology. A furious Slide smacked one of her attackers aside, forcing Aileron to airlift her out of the city and retreat to the outskirts of the city. As Aileron tried to regroup her team, Slide laid into Aileron's poor leadership and Prime's sudden apathy to the threat that black market weapons posed—by having Earth join the Council, she reasoned, Cybertronian-derived tech could be traded without violating the [[Tyrest Accord]] and thus the situation was no longer politically useful for Optimus. Her criticisms began influencing the other colonists as they tracked Jazz north, and before long they stumbled on Jazz under siege from human insurgents. {{storylink|Primeless, Part 1}}<br />
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Ordered by Aileron to disarm the humans, Slide's recklessness led her to open fire on them, but the humans retreated unharmed. The Autobots managed to corner [[Mateo Chavez|one of the dissidents]], and together they travelled north to meet with his suppliers—who turned out to be [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]] and [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]], who had facilitated the arms trade to make a quick buck. Realizing that any punitive actions would only agitate the situation further, Aileron opted to cover up the situation entirely, much to the Devisien's frustration. Aileron, at the end of her tether, simply screamed at her to shut up. The Autobots, minus Jazz but with Frenzy and Rumble in tow, returned to Autobot City shortly afterwards. {{storylink|Primeless, Part 2}} <br />
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[[File:SurfeitOfPrimes-Slide.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]<br />
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Some time after Joe Colton's defeat, Prime returned to Earth to take command of the Autobots {{storylink|First Strike issue 6|First Strike #6}} and Slide's frustrations continued to mount. During the opening of Earth's first human/Cybertronian [[Ore-13]] mine in [[Kentucky]], Slide was arguing with the other colonists about Prime's motives until Aileron dragged her in front of Optimus to repeat what she had said behind his back. Though Optimus tried to mediate, Pyra Magna suggested that they should visit the newly founded Ore-13 mine in [[Kentucky]]. {{storylink|The Falling, Chapter 1: Surfeit of Primes|Surfeit of Primes}} No sooner had the Colonist Soldiers disembarked, however, when Metrotitan, alerted to the crisis on Cybertron, [[Space bridge|spacebridge]]d away. {{storylink|The Falling, Chapter 3: The Ground|The Ground}} <br />
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With nowhere else to go, the colonists retreated to Little Cybertron, awaiting news regarding the fate of Cybertron. Eventually, news reports began to trickle in... that Cybertron had abruptly lost contact with [[Roulette (Universe)|Roulette]]'s homeworld of [[Velocitron]]. Roulette remained optimistic that the Prime would soon put things right—optimism that Slide was quick to put down—and Slide's suspicions were confirmed when [[Circuit (G1)|Circuit]] reported that Velocitron had been ''destroyed'' by an [[Unicron/Generation 1|unknown threat]]. The destruction of [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Eukaris]] and Slide's home planet Devisiun made things worse, and when Circuit announced that Prime planned to deliberately sacrifice [[Caminus (planet)|Caminus]] to buy time against [[Unicron]], Slide vowed to end Prime's reign. {{storylink|Unstopped and Unstoppable}}<br />
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[[File:TimeWillRust-SlideVsDinobots.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]<br />
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Intent on proving that they hadn't forgotten their comrades the way Prime had, the team recruited the services of [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], and flew to [[Mount Rushmore]] to rescue Jazz from [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] custody. Unfortunately for them, Mt. Rushmore had ''also'' become the home of [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] and the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s, and a fierce battle broke out between the two sides. The young recruits quickly found themselves outmatched by the hardened veterans, and Gimlet was cut down by [[Slag (G1)|Slug]] just before Rum-Maj and the Junkions arrived. An emotional Slide tried to explain her motives, insisting that she had only ever meant this as a rescue mission... moments before Unicron appeared in the skies above Earth. {{storylink|Time Will Rust}} <br />
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Moments later, the death of [[Mainframe (G.I. Joe)|Mainframe]] overwhelmed Soundwave with grief, causing him to unleash a telepathic "scream" powerful enough to stretch across the [[United States of America|United States]]; subsequently, the ''[[Peaceful Revolution]]'' teleported into the surface of the Earth, led by [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]]. Despite Jazz's misgivings, Prowl argued that everyone needed to stand together if they had any chance to defeat Unicron, and with that the surviving colonists joined the other Autobots as they boarded the ship and set course for [[Victoria Falls]] to reunite with Optimus and the other Transformers who had escaped Cybertron before Unicron destroyed the planet. {{storylink|A Sunrise Dark}} On arriving, Slide gave Jetfire the brush-off before storming away. {{storylink|Assembly (Unicron)|Assembly}}<br />
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[[File:ASunriseDark-OptimusAndSlide.jpg|thumb|right|300px|"You're not my real dad!"]]<br />
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Six hours later, Optimus met with Slide outside Metroplex for a heart-to-heart, where the Devisen filled in the Prime on what had transpired at Mount Rushmore. Despite everything that had transpired, Slide was still in no mood to listen to Optimus and snapped at him for using Soundwave's anguish to convince humanity to stand with them against Unicron, accusing him of uniting Cybertron and what remained of the colonies through manipulation and mouthpieces before storming off. As Prime and the other Cybertronians squared up to battle Unicron the evening, Slide spent her time sadly staring at a hologram of her brother. {{storylink|Time Will Rust}}<br />
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[[File:Trypticon blasted.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.65|Slide's character summed-up in a single image.]]<br />
The next morning, Unicron's [[Maximal]]s began their preliminary assault on Earth, descending over the falls in an attempt to take out Metroplex and the other Cybertronians. While G.I. Joe fought a rearguard action to keep the monstrous Transformers engaged while [[Destro]] used the [[M.A.S.S. Device]] to [[Teleportation|teleport]] the [[Titan (group)|Titan]] into Earth's orbit to join forces with Trypticon: a battle designed to keep Unicron occupied while Optimus and a small reserve team attempted to smuggle the [[Talisman (G1)|Talisman]] into the monster planet's inner workings. {{storylink|Assembly (Unicron)|Assembly}}<br />
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[[File:Ceremony-SlideCombines.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Sadly, this arrived too late to receive a ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' toy , <br />
but maybe [[Generations Selects (toyline)|Genarations Selects]]]]<br />
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Despite [[Bump]]'s protests, Slide refused to take up arms in the subsequent battle for Earth, unwilling to die in Prime's name until the arrival of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobot]]s spurred her into reluctant action. As [[Bludgeon (G1)|Bludgeon]] piloted his [[Worldsweeper]] into Earth's atmosphere, the Colonist Soldiers and Dinobots gave chase aboard Sky Lynx. Pyra Magna and the defeated Torchbearers had already hitched a ride to Earth on the top of the ship, attempting to form [[Victorion]] despite the death of [[Stormclash]]. As Soundwave activated the [[Enigma of Combination]] below, however, its energies combined with [[Superion (G1)|Superion]]'s copy of the Enigma code. Without thinking, Slide allowed the energies of the Enigma to surround her, her combiner physiology allowing her to form Victorion's new left leg. Together, Victorion and Superion were able to overpower [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]], with Victorion delivering the final blow.<br />
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[[File:Post-mourners.jpg|thumb|left|300px|And so, the Micromaster Combiners' brief era of being vaguely relevant in fiction comes to an end. See you in another thirty years!]]<br />
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Not long afterwards, Unicron was defeated—Optimus sacrificing his own life to defeat the monster—and as the heroes regrouped on Earth Victorion separated into her components. As Pyra Magna took up the mantle of the new [[Mistress of Flame]], she asked Slide if she would consider becoming one of her new [[Torchbearer]]s. Slide agreed, tearfully noting that she'd been ''wrong'' about Optimus after all; he had never sought to rule over them, and his last act had been to leave them a new world, one where humans, Cybertronians, and colonists could all peacefully live together. {{storylink|Ceremony}} After adopting their official livery, Slide joined her fellow Torchbearers in Earth's rebuilding efforts before flying to Little Cybertron for Prime's funeral. {{storylink|Post}}<br />
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==Toys==<br />
===''The Transformers''===<br />
{{anchor|Generation 1}}<br />
[[Image:G1-toy Slide.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Oiler slams on the brakes, cuts his sibling loose, and lets Slide go hurtling toward the enemy to explode in their midst. They're the Crack Suicide Combiner Squad!]]<br />
* '''Micromaster Combiner Metro Squad''' ([[1990]])<br />
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: ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]]'' Slide transforms into a white tanker trailer that is intended to be the rear half of a blue and white tanker truck, with combiner partner [[Oiler]] forming the front. Slide can, of course, combine with any other [[Micromaster Combiner]] to form a new vehicle, as well as connect to any [[Micromaster Combiner Transport]]. Slide was only available in a six-pack with Oiler, [[Power Run]], [[Roadburner]], [[Strikedown]], and [[Wheel Blaze]].<br />
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::*''[http://tfu.info/1990/Autobot/Slide/slide.htm More information on Slide at TFU.info]''<br />
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{{anchor|Return of Convoy}}<br />
*'''Fire Tanker W Team''' (Micro Trailer W Team, [[1991]])<br />
**''ID number'': '''C-365'''<br />
**''Accessories'': Micro Trailer #5<br />
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: In Japan, Slide came as part of the [[Fire Tanker W Team]] with Oiler, Wheelblaze, and Roadburner. All four components were identical to their [[Hasbro]] releases. The group also came with [[Micro Trailer]] #5.<br />
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==Notes==<br />
* For years, Slide's only fictional "appearance" was in the pages of [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s [[2003]] ''[[Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]'' profile books, which established the character as male in its biographical information. In [[2016]] when Slide got a supporting role in the pages of ''[[Optimus Prime (comic)|Optimus Prime]]'', artist [[Kei Zama]] tweeted that the IDW incarnation of Slide would be a gal.<ref>[https://twitter.com/Golby_mkII/status/811989543322693632 Tweet by artist Kei Zama]</ref> In a rather odd coincidence, ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' would go on to introduce ''Oiler'' as female in its continuity in the same month. <br />
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===Foreign names===<br />
*''Japanese:'' '''Slide''' (スライド ''Suraido'')<br />
*''French:'' '''Glisseur'''<br />
*''Italian:'' '''Quazar'''<br />
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==References==<br />
{{reflist|2}}<br />
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[[Category:Devisiun]]<br />
[[Category:Female Transformers]]<br />
[[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Legends Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:IDW (2005) Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Micromaster combiners]]<br />
[[Category:Return of Convoy Autobots]]<br />
[[Category:Torchbearers]]<br />
[[Category:Variable gender characters]]</div>
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File:TF-ROTB-Beast-Combiner-Optimus-Prime.jpg
2023-07-01T21:38:35Z
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<div>Stock Photos of [[Rise of the Beast Beast]] Combiner Optimus Prime and Lionblade<br />
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https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=File:TF-ROTB-Beast-Combiner-Optimus-Prime.jpg&diff=1705017
File:TF-ROTB-Beast-Combiner-Optimus-Prime.jpg
2023-07-01T21:38:11Z
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<div>Stock Photos of Rise of the Beast Beast Combiner Optimus Prime and Lionblade<br />
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|header=Stock Photo<br />
|content=This is a [[stock photography|stock or promotional photograph]] {{{of|of}}} {{{1|a product or for an event}}}, © {{{year|}}} {{{owner|Hasbro, TakaraTomy, or both unless otherwise noted}}}.<br />
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Because such photos are created specifically to promote toys, products or events, {{SITENAME_SHORT}} asserts that an implicit public license exists for them. {{SITENAME_SHORT}} further asserts that because such photos can be ''reasonably assumed'' to represent that product in the best possible light, {{SITENAME_SHORT}}'s [[Project:Images|general preference]] for using such images to illustrate those products constitutes an act of ''good faith''.<br />
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Regardless the above, {{SITENAME_SHORT}}'s use of promotional images to document and illustrate a product or character on '''{{SITENAME_SHORT}}''' would always fall under the {{w|fair use}} provision of {{w|United States copyright law}}. See [[Transformers Wiki:Copyrights|Copyrights]].<br />
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{{#if:{{{owner|}}} ||'''To the uploader:''' Please note the specific copyright holder and, if known, year the photo was produced/released.<br/><br />
Please use a more specific copyright tag if one is available - one for the series if available (e.g., {{tl|Primestock}}), or {{tl|toystock}} and {{tl|merchandisestock}} for toys & merchandise respectively if not. See [[:Category:Stock image templates]] for a full list.<br/><br />
If copyright on this image is ''not'' held by Hasbro or Takaratomy, please add '''<tt><nowiki>|category=Stock images</nowiki></tt>'''}}<br />
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<noinclude>Parameters:<br />
<pre><nowiki>{{stock|a product or for an event|owner=|year=}}</nowiki></pre></div>
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