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Yokuryu

2024-09-18T17:57:22Z

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:''Yokuryu is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (franchise)|Victory]] portion of [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
[[File:Yokuryu.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb|A winged menace, he is not.]]

The only flier among the [[Dinoforce]], '''Yokuryu''' (ヨクリュウ ''Yokuryū'') often seems above it all, both literally and figuratively. While the other Dinoforcers are hard-working team players, Yokuryu is disinterested in effort and isn't particularly friendly with his fellows. Oh, he'll do what he's told (after all, [[Goryu (G1)|Goryu]]'s club ''hurts''), but he won't do it with any real enthusiasm, and he'll only do ''just'' enough to consider the job "done". The easy life, that's what he's after.

If he weren't such a slacker, he'd be an ideal aerial combatant. He can nearly achieve light speed in flight, and his semi-autonomous ''Pteranodon'' shell's wings are capable of generating magnetic "nets" that can halt any foe in their tracks. This sets them up perfectly for his "Yoku-Pterano Fire" attack, a high-speed ramming attack where his shell becomes engulfed in high-heat flames.

But, well... ''effort''. No thanks. Someone else'll cover for him, right? Yokuryu combines with the other Dinoforcers to form [[Dinoking]].

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==Fiction==
===''Victory'' cartoon===
[[File:Victory-Ep01 DinoforceAttacks.jpg|upright=1|thumb|{{w|Dinosaurs Attack!}}]]
{{voiceactor|[[Hirohiko Kakegawa]] (Japanese)}}

Years ago, Dinoforce raided on a [[Mars (planet)|Mars]] research ship, robbing it of as much [[energon]] as they could carry. The sheer amount of destruction they inflicted on the ship caused it to explode, resulting in the deaths of nearly all on board, including [[Jan Minakaze|Jan]]'s parents. The Dinoforce made their escape before [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] arrived, too late to save anyone but the infant Jan, who had been put into an escape pod. {{storylink|Attack! Leozack}}

When Deathsaurus revived the Decepticon campaign to take [[Earth]], he unleashed the Dinoforce to steal energon from the [[human]]s' lunar operations. After tearing through a floating space station under construction, they descended on the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]] and attacked the lunar base, running rampant until the [[Brainmaster]]s arrived. After [[Goryu (G1)|Goryu]] was able to drop [[Braver]] a crevasse, the remaining two Autobots soon found themselves on the ropes until Star Saber arrived, who sent them to help evacuate the base while he took care of Dinoforce. Goryu tried to rally his troops into attacking the Autobot leader, and they ''almost'' did, but chickened out at the last moment before Star Saber flattened them anyway. When even Emperor Deathsaurus proved unable to stop Star Saber, the Decepticons all fled aboard the ''[[Thunder Arrow]]''. {{storylink|The Brave Hero of the Universe - Star Saber}}

They barely had any time to recuperate, as Dinoforce was loudly (and violently) roused from their post-battle nap by Goryu, who had been tasked with destroying the Autobot [[Galaxy Base]], where the lunar base refugees were waiting for transport back to Earth. They stopped at some floating wreckage, spotting the lone Autobot [[Wingwaver]] on his way from [[Victory (planet)|Planet V]] to the Galaxy Base, and Goryu decided that ambushing and killing the Autobot would be a good warmup. Wingwaver put up a good fight, but the sheer numbers were against him, and soon he found himself struggling to fend off all six of them. The Brainmasters intervened once again, giving Wingwaver the chance to escape. As the rest of the Dinoforce exited their shells to take on the Autobots, Goryu enacted a fairly savvy (for him) plan, sending the dino shells ahead to destroy the Galaxy Base while the Decepticons finished the fight with the Brainmasters. Unable to take the trio out even with superior numbers, Goryu called for combination, and to the Brainmasters' shock, the team merged into the gigantic [[Dinoking]], who proved more than a match for the Autobots. Star Saber left the Galaxy Base to tackle Dinoking and send the Brainmasters back to defend the Galaxy Base. After taking several shots from Saber's "V-Star" weapon, Dinoking engaged the Autobot Supreme Commander in melee combat, but ended up getting absolutely trounced, and the team de-combined and fled for their lives.

Meanwhile, the dino shells used the absence of Star Saber to close the gap and begin wrecking the Galaxy Base. While they were able to do a massive amount of damage to the space station, their rampage was cut short as the shuttle at the top of Galaxy Base revealed itself to be the giant Autobot [[Galaxy Shuttle]], who used the rocket thrusters in his feet to send the shells flying uncontrollably into the void of space. {{storylink|Sneak Attack! Dinoking}}

The Dinoforce accompanied Leozack (on Deathsaurus's orders) on a mission to kill Star Saber as the Autobot commander visited the [[Schwimmbad School]] in the Alps to drop off his adopted son Jan. After some mindless destruction of the school grounds, the Dinoforce joined into Dinoking once again at the arrival of the Brainmaster trio. But this time the Autobots combined as well, forming [[Road Caesar]] and besting the brute, while the Dinoforce's shells were driven off by Jan piloting the V-Star. And with Leozack gravely wounded, the Decepticons beat a hasty retreat, the rest of Dinoforce clinging desperately to Yokuryu as they made an aerial escape. {{storylink|Attack! Leozack}}

The Decepticons assembled in Deathsaurus's throne room to discuss a new plan, not to merely steal energy, but to steal an ''entire'' floating energy plant, allowing them to continuously power their war effort; Leozack, joined by fellow [[Breastforce]] soldiers [[Killbison]], [[Jallguar]] and [[Drillhorn (G1)|Drillhorn]], made no effort to disguise their contempt for the Dinoforce. As the Dinoforce began their attack, Goryu, still nursing a grudge from his earlier humiliation, decided that the "take the whole plant" objective was a stupid plan for nerds, and ordered the team to go with their usual plan, "steal as much energy as you can carry and destroy everything else"... and had Yokuryu lightly toasted when the flier pointed out the original plan. Goryu's fun was soon interrupted by Dashtacker and Machtackle, and with the arrival of Wingwaver (and a just-shot-down Yokuryu), Goryu made the call to combine. Dinoking kept the Multiforce on the ropes, until he was distracted by Leozack and Drillhorn, who had arrived to yell at the Dinoforce for causing too much destruction. Their argument gave Multiforce the break they needed to combine into [[Landcross (G1)|Landcross]], and while he put up a good fight against Dinoking, interference from the Breastforce nearly got the Autobot combiner killed. But the timely arrival of Star Saber (sensing a pattern yet?) turned the tide, and the dino-combiner was once again beaten into his component robots. Goryu made the call to flee, leaving Leozack and Drillhorn to deal with two ''very large'' Autobots. {{storylink|Unite!! Multiforce}}

The Dinoforce took up training on a tropical island, with Goryu pushing his troops to work harder and harder. Yokuryu mostly just dodged coconuts hurled skyward by [[Doryu (G1)|Doryu]]... ''mostly'' because Doryu managed to bean the taunting Yokuryu right between the eyes. Their training was interrupted by Leozack, who ordered them to join him in his newest scheme: taking over the [[Ocean Exhibition]] amusement park! Dinoforce, of course, went with the standard "smash everything" tactic. The Autobots arrived, but the Decepticons retreated to a building full of trapped humans, preventing the Autobots from attacking them. Leozack ordered the Dinoforce to destroy the Brainmasters, and they moved forward... and the Brainmasters ran away, the Dinoforce in hot pursuit, luring them away from the hostages and right into a royal pummeling. The two teams combined into their respective super robots, but the fight was short-lived as Dinoking caught sight of Leozack fleeing the battle, and dove into the water to follow suit. Back at the ''Thunder Arrow'', the Dinoforce had a nice ''schadenfreude''-fueled chuckle as they watched Leozack grovel and lie about the failed plan to Deathsaurus, who simply walked away without a word. {{storylink|Move Out! Rescue Team}}

The Dinoforce and Breastforce were sent to the [[Neo Uranium Mine]] in [[Africa]] to pillage the "beta uranium" excavated there. After taking the plant, Dinoforce was ordered to haul out the uranium while the Breastforce guarded a large number of human hostages they had taken to ensure the Autobots couldn't stop them. Goryu had the team pull tons of unrefined ore cases out of the storehouse into the open for pickup. Leozack returned to the surface to check up on them and order them around some more, and an irked Goryu led the charge to attack the oncoming Autobots... only to discover his troops weren't following for some reason. But the battle was soon joined, and Goryu commanded the Dinoforce to combine and take on Star Saber. This time, Dinoking revealed a new trick, generating a "Dino Power" energy tornado that held Star Saber in place until the Autobot ''cut his way out of it''. Before Dinoking could attack again, Star Saber unleased his "Blade of Wrath" attack, sending spears of light energy from the heavens that pierced through the combiner, forcing him to disassemble and return to the ''Thunder Arrow'' empty-handed. {{storylink|Infiltration... The Uranium Mine}}

[[File:Victory energybase yokuryu2.jpg|upright=1|thumb|left|Literally the only episode he does this.]]
Despite their prior failures, the Decepticons had still managed to stockpile a considerable amount of energy resources, which they kept in a base hidden deep in the [[Amazon]] jungle. While the rest of Dinoforce were tasked with manually unloading the newly acquired energy caches from the ''Thunder Arrow'', Yokuryu was assigned to long-range recon, keeping an eye out for Autobot intruders while riding on top of his shell. Spotting a flock of birds suddenly flying away in a panic, Yokuryu opened fire indiscriminately, starting multiple fires. He then decided to report back to the base, but ordered his ''Pteranodon'' shell to keep on watch in the area, and open fire on anything that moved. After making his report in-person, Goryu took him and [[Rairyu]] to investigate in case the disturbance was Autobot-caused... which it was. Spotting some suspicious bubbles in the river near where Yokuryu saw the birds, he had his shell generate a windstorm to reveal what it was. Suddenly, Blacker, Wingwaver and Machtackle appeared out of the foliage, Blacker diving in to rescue Dashtacker from the riverbed while the other Multiforcers provided cover fire. Blacker took off as a distraction, and the Dinoforcers single-mindedly gave chase, letting the Multiforce slip away and try and get out of the Decepticons' jamming field to call back to base. After quite a long chase, Blacker took a moment to rest, but Dinoforce had managed to keep on him. But [[Wingwaver]] had doubled back and after blasting Yokuryu away, knocked the two grounded Decepticons for a loop, giving him the chance to grab his injured commander and escape into the jungle. {{storylink|Explosion!! The Energy Base}}

[[File:Victory energybase yokuryu.jpg|thumb|upright=1|This might be why he stopped.]]
Dinoforce was sent to accompany the Breastforce —now with [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]] added to their ranks— to [[Marine City]] as backup for Drillhorn's plan to steal a massive fuel tanker, the ''[[Big Baron]]''. Dinoforce were sent to plant a neutron bomb at a hidden location in the city. When the Autobots arrived, the Dinoforce retreated to the bomb's hiding place, [[Marine Tower]], and lay in wait for their enemies. The six joined into Dinoking again to take out Saber, Laster and Blacker, the latter two using high-speed driving and combat maneuvers to actually topple the giant on their own while Saber took care of the Decepticons who were hijacking the fuel tanker. {{storylink|Tanker Hijack Operation}}

Having kidnapped Jan and Holi, Hellbat summoned the Dinoforce to his secret cave base with plans to use the hostages so he and the Dinoforce (well, mostly him) could unseat Leozack as Deathsaurus's right hand. They watched as Hellbat threatened Jan with a knife, then suffered alongside Jan as the Breastforcer used high sonic frequencies to torture the boy, trying to extract information about Star Saber's weaknesses. After Goryu's attempt to threaten the hostages failed to extract any information, the two were thrown in a cell, but quickly escaped. They attempted to steal Jan's communicator from the main base, being spotted by Hellbat in the attempt, but they still managed to escape and contact Star Saber. Star Saber and Galaxy Shuttle arrived and safely recovered the pair, and the pursuing Dinoforce merged into Dinoking to take on the Autobot commander. Star Saber brought down an entire cliff face on the brute, and as he picked himself from the rubble, he saw the mammoth Galaxy Shuttle standing over him as well. The Dinoforce split up again and dove for a nearby lake to run away. {{storylink|Rescue Jan!!}}

When the Decepticons set up a trap in the [[asteroid belt]] to capture passing human spaceships, the Dinoforce were tasked with draining all the energy from each captured ship before they were broken down for parts. They stepped in to examine a newly captured ship, but Drillhorn's arrival with the first samples of "[[energy alloy]]" made from the ships quickly distracted the Decepticons. As Leozack left to show the sample to Deathsaurus, Drillhorn demonstrated the alloy's explosive power for Goryu, unknowingly providing the perfect distraction for Saber to disengage from the decoy ship and investigate the asteroid base. As the Dinoforce moved in to dismantle the decoy, Saber returned from his investigation, and with the need for subterfuge gone, pulled the V-Star from the decoy. Star Saber took on the entire contingent of Decepticons by himself, the separate Saber and V-Star bodies wreaking havoc and destroying the Decepticons' ship-capture devices. Dinoforce was ordered to defend the ''Thunder Arrow'' from the V-Star's attacks, which meant they were able to quickly run away to shelter inside it when the ''rest'' of the Autobot forces arrived. Deathsaurus had the ''Thunder Arrow'' pull away to preserve the spoils they'd acquired so far, leaving Breastforce to fend for themselves (though that fight didn't last long once Saber joined with the V-Star). {{storylink|A Fierce Battle!! The Asteroid}}

[[File:ResurrectionFortress Dinoforce panic.jpg|upright=1|left|thumb|They spend about 50% of their screen time in varying states of this.]]

Dinoforce joined Deathsaurus on a journey to the [[Dark Nebula]], where they used their complete energy stockpile to power up the gargantuan [[Planet-Destroying Fortress]] trapped within it. They celebrated as the fortress lit up... and gawped as it quickly powered down again; Deathsaurus explained he was well aware of that and just wanted to see if the death machine was still functional in the first place. After hearing the story of how the fortress came to be sealed away by Star Saber years ago, the Dinoforce were brought to tears. They were then sent to their battle stations when Yokuryu reported a brief glimpse of Star Saber and an Autobot spaceship on the long-range scanners, as Deathsaurus was absolutely ''livid'' after recalling his great loss and eager to take revenge on Star Saber ''right then and there''. As Deathsaurus directly engaged his mortal enemy, Dinoforce piloted the ''Thunder Arrow'' in pursuit of the Autobot shuttle. The larger ship caught up with them and attached an energy tube to it, which not only drained the ship's power cells, but cut a hole in its side so the Dinoforce could board it. Their furious charge was briefly stopped by a hail of junk and debris from the Autobot [[Rescue Patrol Team]], but they managed to overpower the [[Micromaster]]s... for a moment, before a torrent of high-pressure water from [[Fire]]'s water cannons sent them watersliding all the way back to the ''Thunder Arrow''. Now ''really'' honked off, Goryu sent a massive bomb through the tube, but Jan managed to stop it by using manipulator arms to wind a steel cable around the tube and draw it tight, squeezing the tube and preventing the bomb from passing through. Bouncing off the obstruction, the bomb slid ''back'' at high speed, smashing through the ''Arrow''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s now-closed bay doors, ricocheting around the bomb bay, and eventually smashing its way out the other side of the ship, leaving the Dinoforce in a battered and scattered pile. A dazed Goryu wondered why they hadn't all been atomized in an explosion, only for Kakuryu to realize he'd not installed the bomb's ignition plug. With the ''Arrow'' damaged, the energy tube dissipated, and the ship was set adrift, both Dinoforce and Deathsaurus retreating to restore themselves and fight another day. {{storylink|Resurrection!? The Decepticon Fortress}}

With their energy reserves now depleted, the Breastforce and Dinoforce were dispatched to raid the massive [[Schaeffer Energy]] plant in America; the unique, incredibly powerful energy source would be a massive boon to the Decepticon war effort. While Breastforce guarded the (curiously unguarded) plant against Autobot aid, Dinoforce loaded up a transport with an entire warehouse's stock of Schaeffer Energy ore. For once, they were able to get away with it, as the Brainmasters, who had infiltrated the base to protect the ore, pulled away from the chase to protect both Star Saber and countless humans from the Decepticons' newest threat, the Breastforce combiner [[Liokaiser]]. {{storylink|Battle Up of Wrath!!}} Continuing their plundering, the Dinoforce attacked a desert oil field. Goryu spotted the incoming Galaxy Shuttle, but told his troops to ignore them and stick to draining the plant's energy. This display of seeming carelessness led the overconfident Autobots directly into a trap, as Drillhorn and Killbision popped out of the sand to shoot the shuttle down. The energy-stealing continued to go well with the lack of Autobot interference; sadly, this was not to last, as the Breastforce and ''Thunder Arrow'' were forced to retreat without the Dinoforce following a thrashing from Star Saber and [[Greatshot]]. As Dinoforce patiently awaited the pickup that was never coming, an assault from Braver and Laster, who had escaped the trap, detonated their energon cube stacks, sending Dinoforce running into the desert. {{storylink|Crisis! Ambush in the Desert}}

With the Autobots' strongest fighters seriously injured, the Decepticons ramped up their fuel raids, eager to take advantage of the Autobots' weakness. The Dinoforce attacked the [[New Cheyenne Airport]]'s fuel depot, with only the seriously outgunned Dashtacker and Machtackle there to try and stop them. Wingwaver, Holi, Fire, [[Pīpō]], and a still-injured Blacker arrived on Galaxy Shuttle as backup. But with Blacker's injury keeping him out of the fight, the Dinoforce were able to overwhelm the Autobots and run off with a ton of pilfered energon. {{storylink|Ginrai Dies!!}} Next they attacked the [[Energy Road]] in America, a cross-country highway used by a massive tractor-trailer that hauled energy supplies from the west coast to the east. When a squad of Autobots arrived, Leozack and Hellbat left to take on the flying Multiforcers, and Dinoforce moved on the tanker. Drastically outnumbered, Multiforce combined into Landcross, and while he initially got the upper hand on the Decepticons, Dinoforce merged into Dinoking to take him on, even throwing one of the gigantic energy containers directly in front of Landcross and detonating it with a blast from his axe. Swatting away the new arrivals Laster and Braver, Dinoking moved to torture Landcross a bit, toying with the Autobot and beating him down repeatedly. Landcross was saved by the arrival of Victory Leo, the reborn form of the Autobot Commander [[Ginrai (robot)|God Ginrai]], who absolutely ''trounced'' all of the Decepticons. Dinoking tried the "throw a volatile energy tank" move again, but Victory Leo shot it before he could get to the "throw" part, and the resulting explosion blasted Dinoking into his component robots, who quickly ran for the hills. {{storylink|Fight!! Victory Leo}}

The Dinoforce and Leozack were sent to pillage an oil refinery in [[Pakistan]], having been assured there would be no counterattack, as any attempt by the Autobots to interfere would result in a missile strike against a helpless human population center courtesy of Deathsaurus's new orbiting missile platform. Unfortunately, the nearby Victory Leo hadn't been alerted to the threat, and he charged in to smack Dinoforce around, blowing off Leozack's warning as a mere bluff. As Goryu moved to call his commander in retaliation, the Brainmasters arrived to restrain Victory Leo to prevent a missile strike, much to the Decepticons' amusement. Dinoforce continued to create energon cubes and haul them away, mocking the impotent Autobots as they did. Star Saber arrived as well, and after an argument and scuffle with Victory Leo, the two merged into the "Victory Saber" superjet. With their speed now boosted to never-before-seen levels, the pair blasted off to destroy the missile satellite before it could launch another attack, and the Brainmasters were finally free to send the Decepticons packing. {{storylink|The Tide Is Turned! The Ultimate Weapon, the Victory Unification}}

{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Jan - Defend the Campus!!}} {{storylink|The Terror of the Giant Tidal Waves}} {{storylink|The Wrath of the Resurrected Giant Fortress!}} {{storylink|Showdown! The Fortress vs the Victory Unification}}}}

===''Victory'' comic===
Yokuryu and the Dinoforce rode their shells into battle, ransacking the planet Earth. They attempted to escalate the devastation by forming [[Dinoking]], but were stopped cold by the power of [[Landcross (G1)|Landcross]]. {{storylink|So Cool! Our Ally, Star Saber!}}

Yokuryu stood watch as [[Kakuryu (G1)|Kakuryu]] went through his daily fitness routine. {{storylink|Star Saber, Warrior of Love!}}

When [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Emperor Deathsaurus]] wanted to assemble a team of young boys for...um...anyway, he sent Yokuryu to Earth to kidnap [[Jan Minakaze]]. Interrupting the first meeting of the Autobot boy sidekicks, the [[Victories]], Yokuryu scooped Jan up into his mouth and flew him back to the ''[[Thunder Arrow]]''. {{storylink|Danger, Jan! Hurry, Star Saber!}}

As the Autobots infiltrated the Decepticon Space Stronghold, their sudden appearance scattered Yokuryu and the Dinoforce. The fighting soon ceased as the Decepticons revealed they only sought energy for their families, including the adorable [[Baby Dinoforce|Dinobabies]]. {{storylink|The Grand Victory War}}

===2005 IDW continuity===
[[File:ThePermanentRevolution-Dinoforce.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2|]]

Yokuryu was part of [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]]'s contingent of Decepticons stationed in their [[Warworld]]. In agreement with [[Tarn (G1)|Tarn]], Deathsaurus and his forces joined with the [[Decepticon Justice Division]] to continue the Decepticon dream and eliminate [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]]. {{storylink|The Permanent Revolution}}
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==Toys==
===''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers''===
{{anchor|Victory}}
[[File:Victory-toy Yokuryu.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|BAAAWWK]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Yokuryu''' (''Dinoforce'', [[1989]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''D-326'''
:*''Accessories'': ''Pteranodon'' shell, shell back, "Pterano Gun", right Dinoking fist
{{toydesigner|[[Kōjin Ōno]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:A [[redeco]] of the [[Pretender Monster]] [[Wildfly#Toys|Wildfly]], ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#Victory|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' Yokuryu transforms into a gargoyle-like creature. He can also form either arm to the team's combined mode, Dinoking, though his nominal placement is as the giant's right arm.

: He comes with a rubbery, cyborg ''Pteranodon'' shell he hides inside. The back of the shell can also store his rifle and the Dinoking fist. This shell, like all the Dinoforce shells, has a pair of QC flaws that appear nearly universal: the shell has a nasty tendency to "sweat" an oily residue, plus the metallic paints age poorly, with the gold famously developing a green patina, while the silver just gets uneven and grody-looking. While some water and a little bit of hand-soap should take care of the slime, there's not much to be done about the green discoloration.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1989/Destron/Yokuryu/yokuryu.htm More information on Yokuryu at TFU.info]''

{{-}}{{anchor|Dinoking}}
[[File:Victorytoy dinoking giftset.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Dinoking''' (''Dinoforce'' giftset, 1989)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''D-328'''
:*''Accessories'': ''Pteranodon'' shell, shell back, "Pterano Gun", right Dinoking fist
{{toydesigner|[[Kōjin Ōno]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:All six members of the [[Dinoforce]] were available both in individual boxes, and in a complete six-piece giftset. While there are no differences in the toys themselves, the giftset lacks any [[bio]] or [[Tech Spec]] cards for the individual components, only having cards for the combined mode.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1989/Destron/Dinoking/dinoking.htm More information on Dinoking at TFU.info]''
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-United-Yokuryu.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|FIST DELIVERY]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Dinoking''' (Gift set, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Fist-cannon, fist-cannon mount
{{toydesigner|[[Evan Brooks]] (Hasbro), [[Shuhei Umezu]] and [[Shogo Hasui]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[https://www.instagram.com/p/CjNwidkuAN4/ Design notes on the ''Legacy Evolution'' Dinobots] from [[Hasbro]] designer [[Evan Brooks]] on Instagram.</ref>

: Finally achieving the form this mold was clearly meant to be from the beginning, ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy: United]]'' Yokuryu is a [[redeco]] and new-head [[retool]]ing of ''Legacy: Evolution'' Core Class [[Swoop (G1)/toys#Legacy|Swoop]], transforming into a robotic ''Pteranodon''. Instead of Swoop's twin blasters, He comes with an all-new two-piece "cannon" accessory that is blatantly just a super robot forearm chunk.

: Yokuryu also forms the right arm to [[Dinoking#Legacy|Dinoking]]. While he ''technically'' can form the left arm as well, his blatant forearm chunk has a right-handed fist, so.

: He was only available in a [[Hasbro PulseCon 2024]] box set of six Dinoforce members, along with [[Doryu (G1)#Legacy|Doryu]], [[Gairyu#Legacy|Gairyu]], [[Goryu (G1)#Legacy|Goryu]], [[Kakuryu (G1)#Legacy|Kakuryu]], and [[Rairyu#Legacy|Rairyu]].
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==Notes==
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*''Yokuryū'' corresponds with 翼竜, meaning "Wing Dinosaur". The term is used to refer to the {{w|pterosaur}}s.
* Of the not-Goryu-or-Kakuryu members of Dinoforce, Yokuryu has the most screen time and lines as an individual in the ''Victory'' cartoon. Likely this is just by virtue of being the only flier and therefore easier to have him, you know, ''do'' things the rest of the team can't, typically recon. Though like the other three, he definitely lacks any noteworthy personality other than "kind of stupid".
* The ''Victory'' anime depicted the Dinoforce members as carrying melee weapons, rather than the blasters the toys actually came with (usually). Yokuryu carries a scythe, though he can also shoot energy from the spike at the top like it was a gun. However, in "[[Explosion!! The Energy Base]]", not only is he carrying a rifle based on his toy's gun, but also a ''second'' handheld blaster apparently based on the blaster-knuckled Dinoking fist he comes with! Sadly, the actual toy can't use the fist in this manner.
* The ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Cutthroat (G1)#Power of the Primes|Cutthroat]] toy had an alternate head based on Yokuryu / Wildfly that was never used.

===Foreign names===
*''English:'' '''Wildfly''' ([[Omni Productions]] dub)
*''Mandarin:'' '''Chángzuǐguài''' (China, 长嘴怪, "Long-mouthed Monster")

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[[Category:Legacy Decepticons]]

Starscream (Armada)/toys

2024-09-14T20:20:32Z

Mcsquiggles1126:

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[[File:GHC Starscream Scream.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|Admit it, we all had a crush on him when we were eleven.]]

'''Starscream''' has many toys, a testament to the enduring popularity of this [[Unicron Trilogy]] version of the character.

==Toys==
===''Armada''===
[[File:Armada SS toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's Emo-tastic! (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
[[File:LOTM Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|(''Takara version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (Max-Con Class, 2002)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''MD-02'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2002]] [[December 26]]
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' Max-Cons, Starscream transforms into a Cybertronic jet fighter, loaded with electronic sound effects that function in both modes. Pressing down on his cockpit canopy activates a laser-pulse sound effect; his pack-in [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)#Toys|Swindle]] can also snap into place under his nosecone, and pops free with an explosion effect when the canopy is pressed down hard. Pulling back his rearmost Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] plug activates a take-off sound effect, while holding it follows up the sound with an extended engine roar that lasts a few seconds. Placing a Mini-Con on the plug (Swindle is of course sized perfectly to fit into this small space) releases two spring-activated over-shoulder spring-loaded missile launchers, and pulling back on the port with a Mini-Con attached triggers a laser-firing noise that lasts ''just'' long enough to be too long. His robot-mode head pops up automatically during transformation by connecting his waist to his upper torso. His left wing detaches and unfolds to form a large sword for use in robot mode.

: The [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] ''Legend of the Microns'' version of this toy uses a much brighter light gray plastic, and gold paint instead of yellow. He also has more detailed, contiguous paint applications on the wings, and a "separated" Decepticon sigil deco rather than the solid block of purple on the Hasbro version. He's also slightly [[retool]]ed: the nosecone is parallel to the rest of the jet mode, while the Hasbro version was retooled to slope downward [[for safety reasons]], making it "collapse" easier if pressed point-first into, say, your little brother.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Armada'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Armada Thundercracker toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I'm afraid I just blue myself. (''Hasbro Thundercracker pictured for now'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリームS, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''MD-09'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2003]] September
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles

: In the Takara ''Legend of the Microns'' line, the Hasbro [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Toys|Thundercracker]] deco (with slight alterations) was released as Starscream's powered-up form, as seen in the ''Armada'' cartoon. "Starscream Super Mode" uses more vivid blue and red plastics, has "separated" Decepticon symbols with white outlines, and has the parallel nosecone like the regular Takara Starscream.

: Similarly, his Mini-Con partner was the powered-up version of Swindle, dubbed "Spark Grid", rather than [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Toys|Zapmaster]].

: You can, of course, use your ''Armada'' Thundercracker toy as "Powerlinx Starscream" if you want. Nobody can stop you.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/Thundercracker/thundercracker.htm More information on Thundercracker/Starscream Supermode at TFU.info]''
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===''Built to Rule!''===
[[File:BTR-toy Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempts to take over [[Block Town]] were less than successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (2003)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: ''[[Built to Rule!]]'' Starscream is a building-brick set centered around a "Trans-Skeleton", a generic core that changes from "robot" to vehicle-mode-base and back. His robot and Cyertronic fighter jet modes are built around each of these configurations. He features two missile launchers that use a "twist-block" trigger mechanism for the spring-loaded launchers. He also has a 2x2 "[[Powerlinx]]" plate that can mouth any ''BTR'' vehicle-mode Mini-Con or normal-series Mini-Con, though the grip on the latter is not very good.

: His jet-mode build as depicted in some of the stock photography differs slightly from the mode shown in the set's [[instructions]]. But as it's a building-brick set, do what you like!

: He comes with a building-brick version of [[Swindle (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Swindle]].

: This set was later released in different colors as [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Thundercracker]] and [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Zapmaster]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/BTRStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BTR EnergonStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempt to infiltrate Space Police II was only marginally more successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: The ''Energon'' version of ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream was designed with a much more solid skeleton with larger, blockier limbs. He can be rebuilt from a Cybertronic jet fighter with pressure-launch missiles, to a robot, to basically whatever you feel like doing with the parts.

: Unfortunately, due to the slow performance of the ''Built to Rule!'' line overall, the ''Energon'' versions only had a limited, test market release initially in and around Cincinnati, Ohio. The sets later filtered out into many "Tuesday Morning" chain discount stores at drastically dropped prices.
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energon Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream, all spooky.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara Starscream, now with G1 sweetening.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream''' (ナイトスクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number'': '''SD-01'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2003]] [[December 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon sword, energon rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in "wave 1.5" of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' Combat Class toys (aka Deluxes), Starscream transforms into a jet fighter loosely based upon the F/A-22 Raptor (which would later be used as the alt-mode of [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity#Earth and Ore-13|other two]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscreams]]), cast mostly in dark clear-green plastics to emphasize his new "energon ghost" status. The toy also features numerous spots down the right-hand side of the robot mode's front, back, shoulder and wings where Starscream appears only partially-constructed or damaged, along with asymmetrical plastic-color layouts, to further enhance the "half-formed" effect—though [[Aaron Archer]] would later remark that he felt these design cues did not come across properly.

: He comes with two very large accessories, a sword and a non-firing blaster rifle, which can combine to form a ''really'' large sword. He's also armed with two wing-mounted spring-loaded missile launchers, which can flip up over his robot-mode shoulders for his "Hyper Mode".

: Takara's "Nightscream", released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)#Takara Super Link toyline|Super Link]]'' product, uses light gray plastics instead of stony-blue, a lighter shade of red paint, and darker blue plastic and paint, hewing his deco closer to his original namesake's.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skyquake (G1)#Timelines|Skyquake]] and [[Leozack#Timelines|Leozack]]. It also served as the model for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnations of [[Hellbat (G1)#Wings Universe|Hellbat]], [[Guyhawk#Wings Universe|Guyhawk]], and [[Hooligan (G2)#Wings Universe|Hooligan]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{EnergonStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon-toy 2-pack Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Obi-Wan Kenobi|This weapon is your life]], because without it, you are literally useless in both of your modes.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Prowl with Longarm & Starscream with Zapmaster''' (Multi-pack, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Port wing/sword, 2 missiles

: Part of a [[Sam's Club]] [[exclusive]] set, the [[#Armada_2|''Armada'' Starscream toy]] was [[redeco]]ed in primarily dark gray with burgundy and black accents, patterned after the color scheme of his Deluxe ''Energon'' figure. He retains his sound gimmicks from the previous releases of this mold.

: This time around, his Mini-Con partner is [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Energon|Zapmaster]] rather than Swindle.

: The set also includes ''Energon'' [[Prowl (Energon)#VsStarscream|Prowl]] and [[Longarm (Armada)#Energon|Longarm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/SamsStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Sam's Club Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon Energon Starscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream has twice the G1 for half the price.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Reverse Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara "Nightscream" has two scoops of G1 in every toy.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Energon Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream Reverse''' (ナイトスクリーム{{ruby|R|リバース}})
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''SD-19'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2004]] [[September 20]]
:*''Accessories'': Sword, rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Representing Starscream in a powered-up form following his immersion in [[Super Energon]], Hasbro's ''Energon'' Starscream (released in the eighth and final wave of ''Energon'' Combat Class toys) was redecoed into a more [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]]-inspired color scheme, primarily light gray with blue and red accents. Though the sculpted "half-formed" sections remain, the figure's new paint layouts ignore them, sometimes painting directly over the top of them, which coupled with the figure's new lack of translucent plastic seems to suggest that this is a non-ghosty version of the character, though his asymmetrical arm coloration remains due to the use of [[unpaintable plastic]] needed for structural support.

: This toy was first listed in [[Walmart]] computers under the name "[[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp Interceptor]]", perhaps indicating an aborted intent for the toy.

: The Takara "Nightscream Reverse" release of the toy, released in the sixteenth wave of ''Super Link'' product, is a considerably different take on the same general deco concept. Large portions of the toy are cast in clear-blue plastics in the place of some of the solid-gray in the Hasbro version. Black plastic has been replaced with light gray, and many paint details are different. This deco was used for Starscream's powered up appearance in the ''Energon'' cartoon, if you really care to maintain show-accuracy in your collection. It also came with a fluorescent yellow version of ''Energon'' [[Insecticon (Energon)#Toys|Insecticon]]'s [[Energon weapon#Gallery|energon drill weapon]] and Decepticon-style [[Energon star|energon chip]]; the drill lacks the usual paint applications that the Insecticon toys' versions have.

: The Hasbro deco of this figure was used as a reference for the [[#Attacktix|unreleased ''Attacktix'' vehicle-mode Starscream piece]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/EStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Energon Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{EnergonStarscreamMold}}
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:GalaxyForce Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am Vegeta, Prince of all Saiya- I mean, I will be leader of all Decepticons!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''GD-03'''
:*''Release date'': [[2004]] [[December 28]]
:*''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon [[Cyber Key|Force Chip]]
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Exclusive to [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Galaxy Force]]'' line, this Voyager-sized version of Starscream draws much of its influence from [[Don Figueroa]]'s design for [[Starscream (G1)|Generation 1 Starscream]] in [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s ''[[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]]'', transforming into a Cybertronic starfighter. In both modes, plugging a [[Cyber Key]] into his back end flips out a spring-loaded blade from each arm. His spring-loaded missile launcher can be used as either a hand-held weapon, or mounted under his jet-mode nosecone. Another port for the weapon can be found behind the rear landing gear, allowing it to be stored horizontally in robot mode, along with a port under each forearm (though these are loose due to being molded across two parts).

: This toy was designed with a [[soundbox]] in mind (even including the requisite speaker and battery brackets when you [[:File:Starscream soundbox.jpg|crack one open]]), but the final version has no electronics. In fact, ''no'' version of this mold would have electronics either.

: Although essentially the "standard" version of ''Cybertron'' Starscream, this figure was not released in the ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' toyline, presumably so it would not interfere with the sales of the much larger (more expensive) Supreme Class Starscream toy (see below). A [[redeco]], however, would be made available later in the line (again [[#VsVector|see below]]).

: This toy was redecoed to create ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Starscream (SG)#Toys|Starscream]] and the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] [[Dirge (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Dirge]]. This mold also served as the model for the non-toy [[Skywarp (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' incarnation of Skywarp]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Galaxy Force'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy supreme starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Honeycomb big? Yeah Yeah Yeah! It's not small? No No No!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Supreme Class, [[2005]])}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara release date:'' [[2005]] [[August 11]]
:*''Accessories'': Missile, "Crown of Leadership", Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key, Earth Cyber Planet Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''s5a3'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Sold in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' Supreme-class toys (yes, there was more than one!), this Starscream is a colossally-upscaled version of Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream toy, with quite a few changes. The most notable is the change in his Cyber Key [[gimmick]]: each arm has a separate Key jack in it rather than the Voyager's single joint-jack. While the right arm still deploys a blade, the left arm now reveals a spring-loaded missile-firing "null laser cannon" with expanding prongs. The original back-mounted Key jack is still present, though it does not activate any gimmicks and merely serves as a Key storage space (a rarity among ''Cybertron'' toys). A second storage-only jack is found on the underside of the same assembly. The two small guns on the sides of his cockpit can swivel up to firing position in robot mode, and he also has several electronic light and sound gimmicks, including one activated by moving his sword-arm. His eyes are, for some strange reason, green.

: He comes with a Decepticon "Crown of Leadership", based on Generation 1 Starscream's crown from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' that fits over his noggin (which, together with his considerable size, has earned him the nickname "King Starscream" among fans.) He is also the only ''Cybertron'' toy to come with ''two'' Cyber Keys, a Decepticon Cybertron Key, and a gold-bordered Earth [[Cyber Planet Key]]. Both Keys have the same [[Cyber Key Codes|Key Code]] [[tampograph]]ed on their backs. The placement of these accessories in the box varies in later releases.

: Supreme Starscream was released in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' toys, long before Starscream was transformed into a giant in the third quarter of the ''Cybertron'' cartoon. [[To sell toys|To sell]] this large, expensive figure at this early stage, a few other toys in the ''Cybertron'' line were changed—predominantly, the standard Voyager-sized Starscream figure went unreleased in Hasbro markets—well, except for the two-pack release listed below.

: Starscream [[scale]]s perfectly with the other toys in the ''Cybertron'' toyline, due to the robot mode [[Scale charts#Cybertron cartoon|scale charts]] for the cartoon being based directly on toy scale. He also scales rather well with fellow Supreme Class figure, [[Primus#Cybertron|Primus]], representing the size-altering power up he received in the episode "[[Titans]]".

: In Japan, this toy was released as a [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive as a "[[USA Edition]]", basically unchanged in US packaging with the addition of Japanese stickers.

: This mold was later redecoed to make ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Supreme Starscream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Tru2005Cybertronstarscream.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|Thrust? No wait… Ramjet?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Starscream vs. Vector Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key

: Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream mold was made available by Hasbro only in a two-pack of Voyager Class toys with an unaltered [[Vector Prime#Toys|Vector Prime]], now sporting a predominantly-burgundy paint job. It retains all the gimmickry of the Takara release, and also retains the ''lack'' of electronic gimmickry.

: The two-pack was exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores, and was sold for slightly less than the cost of two Voyagers. It was also available widely in Europe in regular stores.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/TRUStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Toys"R"Us Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:CybScream-LOC.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starsqueak. (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2005)}}</ul>

: A colossally ''downscaled'' and simplified version of the ''Cybertron'' Starscream figure was released as part of the first wave of the ''[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]'' series. He transforms into the same Cybertronic starfighter altmode, and has flip-out weapons based on his Supreme-class toy (one sword, one non-firing blaster).

: In Japan, the toy was sold as part of the ''very'' short-lived ''Galaxy Force'' "[[EZ Collection]]", and given more extensive [[paint operation]]s than the Hasbro version, basically faithfully re-creating the larger toys' paint layouts in this smaller format (which you can see on the clear version of the figure below). The Takara EZ Collection toys were sold on Hasbro ''Cybertron'' cards, but with a Japanese-language ''Galaxy Force''-branded insert in the bubble and a large sticker for Japanese legal information slapped on the back.

: This mold was used to make ''Legends of Cybertron'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Cybertron|Ramjet]], [[Skywarp (Armada)#Cybertron|Skywarp]], and [[Sunstorm (Universe)#Cybertron|Sunstorm]], ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Ramjet (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ramjet]] and [[Thrust (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Thrust]], ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'' [[Starscream (WFC)/toys#War for Cybertron|Starscream]], and [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|''Dark of the Moon'']] [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BeeStarscream|Cybertronian Starscream]]. Phew!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/LOCStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Legends of Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy clear ez starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''EZ Collection Clear Set''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>

: A Japanese exclusive multi-pack of "EZ Collection" Starscream, [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Optimus Prime]] recast the figures using primarily clear plastics; in Starscream's case, both his greys became translucent. A mail-away exclusive to ''[[TV Magazine]]'' in October 2005, the set was limited to 3000 pieces.

::*''[http://plasticcrack.net/archives/2007/07/photo-review-takara-galaxy-force-ez-telemag-exclusive-3pack More information on the EZ Collection multi-pack at PlasticCrack.net]
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generations armada starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cuz once you got a theory of how the thing works, everybody wants the next thing to be just like the first.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (Deluxe, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Series / Number'': '''02 / #011'''
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the eighth wave of 2012-onwards ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' "Armada Starscream" is a modern update of the original ''Armada'' Starscream figure. He comes with two "Energon Swords" which he holds via [[5 mm post|5mm post]], and can fold up and store on his wings, as opposed to the wings themselves detaching and forming swords. He has numerous Powerlinx plugs on his forearms and turbines, though they do not activate any features. In place of his spring-loaded cannons, his turbines can each fire a missile in either mode via pressure-launch, and can be positioned in robot mode to either face forward or lay flat on his back.

:While his [[bio]] paints this toy as ''this'' Starscream, [[IDW Publishing]] [[Repurposing|repurposed]] this toy as a new body for [[Starscream (G1)/toys#ArmadaStarscream|Generation 1 Starscream]], debuting it in the [[Dark Dawn: Dark Cybertron Chapter 1|issue]] the figure comes packaged with.

:This mold was heavily [[retool]]ed into ''Generations'' [[Jhiaxus (G2)#Generations|Jhiaxus]], differently retooled into ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skywarp (Armada)#Timelines|Skywarp]] and ''Timelines'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Timelines|Ramjet]], and [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Starscream (Armada)#Legends|Armada Starscream Super Mode]]. This mold was also the basis for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnation of [[Eagle Eye (G2)#Wings Universe|Eagle Eye]] and the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' incarnation of [[Jetstorm (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Jetstorm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/GenArmadaStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Generations'' Armada Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Generations'' (Japan)===
[[File:Generationstoy-TakaraTomy-ArmadaStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (アルマダスタースクリーム, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TG33'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2014]] [[March 23]]
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles

:The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Armada Starscream, part of the fourteenth wave of Japanese [[Transformers: Generations (Japan)|''Generations'']] toys, features a deco more accurate to his original cartoon appearance, most obviously by casting much of his arms, legs, wings, and launchers stark white. Other changes include use of a darker shade of red plastic and paint, a thoroughly-painted red cockpit, red-painted toes, a black-painted canopy, and a silver face with painted "chinstrap".
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legends''===
[[File:Transformers-Legends-LG18-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream Super Mode''' (アルマダスタースクリームスーパーモード, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''LG18'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2016]] [[January 30]]
:*''Accesories'': 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Munetaka Abe]] (packaging artist)}}

:A [[redeco]] of the ''Generations'' Starscream figure based on the super mode coloration Starscream had in ''Armada''.

:This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as [[Thundercracker (Armada)|''Armada'' Thundercracker]] in [[Fun Publications]]' [[Armada Volume 5|''Armada'' Volume 5]].
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Voyager-Class-Armada-Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|The great emo resurgence of 2022 is underway!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Armada Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (アルマダユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-19'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2023]] [[February 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Ittoku Kuwazu]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Armada Universe Starscream" is a mostly faithful recreation of his appearance from the ''Armada'' cartoon. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 18 steps.

: Unlike his original toy, his wing sword (called an ''[[Energon]] Sword'' by the official product description) is a separate, non-converting accessory. The original Hasbro promotional pictures show it fully painted red, but subsequent stock photos from Takara as well as the final product leave it unpainted. Starscream also comes with a simplified [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]] accessory, allowing him to dual-wield swords in robot mode. Like the original ''Armada'' toy, Starscream features turbines that can double over as shoulder cannons. These are unmentioned in the instructions.

: Unlike his fellow "Armada Universe" ''Legacy'' toy, [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Hot Shot]], Starscream doesn't feature any [[Mini-Con]]-compatible [[Powerlinx]] ports.

:Due to a design flaw, on many copies Starscream's thighs are a bit on the loose side and fall off easily when attempting to rotate them. It's also a bit difficult to peg him into his alternate mode.

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[[File:Legacytoy-VoyagerCybertronStarscream.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's a schmedium.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Cybertron Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Cybertron Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (サイバトロンユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-73'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2024]] [[September 28]]
:*''Accessories'': Blaster, [[Cyber Key]], 2 wings/Null Cannons, 2 tail fins
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name ="United Stream">[[March 21]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPkQZZ4zasE Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 21, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy United]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Cybertron Universe Starscream" is an updated version of his appearance from the ''Cybertron'' cartoon, featuring a greater range of articulation and a deco based on his show model. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 26 steps. His butterfly joints, inner shoulders, biceps, and wrists are reused from [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#War_for_Cybertron:_Siege|''Siege'' Starscream]].<ref name = "United Stream"/> His shoulder pads can be hinged out of the way for more shoulder articulation.

: Unlike other contemporary ''Cybertron'' figures from the ''Legacy'' line, such as [[Override (Cybertron)#Legacy|Override]] and [[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Metroplex]], he comes with a [[Cyber Key]] that can be fitted into a slot on his back or in the back of his blaster, though it does not activate any [[gimmick]]. This Cyber Key is ''much'' smaller than the original, and thus isn't backwards compatible. His flip-out "Vertex blades" are now manually flipped out instead of being spring-loaded. His blaster is based on an unused design from his original character sheet.<ref>https://www.tfraw.com/p/galaxy-force-design-sheets.html</ref> The blaster can be stored on the back of his robot mode and the bottom or top of his jet mode.

: His wing null cannons and tail fins are removable and can be placed onto other 5mm ports on his body. He features [[Fire Blast effect]] pegs on his blaster, wing cannons, and non-rotating torso cannons.

:If one wants to make a Super Starscream with the crown from the ''Studio Series 86'' [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#Studio_Series|Coronation Starscream]], take note that the accessory ''very loosely'' fits onto Cybetron Starscream's head.

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C5hL6o4MjiO/ Designer commentary on Cybertron Universe Starscream from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Takara-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We put a picture of the ''Legends'' one here just to see if you'd notice.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリーム {{ruby|S|スーパーモード}}, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TL-EX'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2024]] [[September 13]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, Star Saber, [[Fire Blast effect]]s

:Released exclusively at the 40th Anniversary Transformers Expo 2024 in Tokyo, Japan, Starscream Super Mode is a redeco of [[#Legacy|Armada Universe Starscream]] based on the [[#JapaneseSuper|original Starscream Super Mode]] toy but in colors more accurate to the ''Armada'' cartoon.

:In addition to the Energon Sword and Star Saber accessories, Starscream Super Mode comes with Fire Blast effects to allow buyers to recreate [[:File:IMG 7554.jpeg | scenes]] in which he fires his [[Null-ray|null ray cannons]].

:Starscream Super Mode is the first ''Legacy'' toy exclusive to TakaraTomy markets.
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==Merchandise==
===Happy Meal toy===
{{anchor|McDonalds}}[[File:Armadatoy mcdonalds starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
: Part of the McDonald's ''Armada'' promotion, this version of Starscream is based on his larger toy and features a pull-back motor gimmick that propels his jet-mode forward, then leaps up to instantly convert to robot mode, like the [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]] [[Jumpstarter]]s.

:In jet mode, he has ''two'' Mini-Con ports molded into his underside which allows him to combine with the other three Happy Meal Decepticons to form a goofy-looking [[Mighty Vehicle]]. The ports can also be used to access Mini-Con gimmicks on mainline ''Armada'' toys, but given his size and weight, it would be an awkward fit on most figures.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/McStarscream/starscream.htm More information on McDonald's Starscream at TFU.info]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:SCF Starscream Armada.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Normal and unintentional "currently dying in a Unicron beam" variant.]]
*'''Starscream''' (SCF, 2002)
**''Act'': '''9'''
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:A three-inch tall non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released in the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]''-specific ninth "Act" of Takara's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. The figure came in both full color and metallic silver "pewter" variants, available at an equal ratio one each in every case of twelve [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] figures.

: Care may need to be taken with the pewter variant when moving "joints" or popping parts off the main body. It is distressingly common for pewter SCF figures to have the connection pegs painted as well, which can lead to sticking and tearing of the soft-plastic pegs keeping the figure together. A little shaving of the socket interiors with a thin hobby knife is usually enough to solve this, once the peg has been removed.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
**''ID number:'' 13
**''Accessories:'' Swindle figure, sword

: A five-inch tall non-transforming, highly-articulated PVC figure of Starscream was the thirteenth and final release in Takara's ''Mega Super Colleciton Figure'' series. Like other toys in the line, he came with a few extra pieces, like a separate wing-sword, and a mini-PVC of his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]]. The miracle of universal pegs also allows him to wield weapons belonging to other ''Mega SCF'' figures, most characteristically appropriate being the Star Saber that came with Optimus Prime.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act133/ More information on Mega SCF Starscream at TFKenkon.com]''
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===''Transformers Figure''===
[[File:TFfigure starscream.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)

:A non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released by [[Omron Entertainment]] as part of their simply-named ''[[Transformers Figure]]'' line of gaming arcades prizes, standing around 5" tall. Despite there being a nationwide commercial for the figures, their distribution was poor, and not many arcades actually wound up carrying them.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act127/ More information on Omron PVC figures from TFKenkon.com]
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===''Battle for Cybertron Game''===
[[File:BattleforCybertron starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Transformers: Armada - Battle for Cybertron Game''' (2003)

:A small figurine of Starscream was among the eight Transformers character playing pieces included with the [[Milton Bradley]] ''[[Battle for Cybertron Game|Battle for Cybertron]]'' board game.

::*''[http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6841/transformers-armada-battle-for-cybertron More information on Battle for Cybertron at BoardGameGeek.com]''
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===Bubble Twist===
[[File:BubbleTwist starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
:A small solid-color PVC figurine of Starscream was among the [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] toys available with [[Bubble Twist]] bubble gum, produced by Hasbro's subsidiary [[Cap Candy]] and only available at Toys"R"Us. Like all figures in the series, Starscream was available in red, blue, purple, grey and black.
::*''[http://tformers.com/article.php?sid=2059 More information on Bubble Twist at TFormers.com]''
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===''Attacktix''===
[[File:AttacktixScream.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|He keeps flying in circles for some reason.]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, 2006)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF08
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Rally - 14/26 (54%) success ratio
|cost=10
|speed=6
|attacktype=Shooter (Large Missile)
}}
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: ''[[Attacktix]]'' Starscream is based on his [[#Cybertron_2|''Cybertron'' incarnation]]. His Special Power, ''Rally'', enables a player to return any one of their already-defeated [[Decepticon]] pieces to play. If Starscream's speed wheel reads 8 stop moving him there—you'll be able to move him 2 extra tix next turn and even if he gets shot down his special power is always white when he's on 8 speed.

: A Captain figure Starscream works very well with his own redeco, [[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp]], supporting his ''Infiltration'' power.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/AttacktixStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Attacktix EnergonStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, <s>2007</s>)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF11
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Transform
|cost=30
|speed=4
|attacktype=Shooter (Small Missile)/Flight
}}
{{-}}
: This unreleased Starscream is a missile launching piece based on his [[#EnergonEnergon|"''Energon'' Energon" form's vehicle mode]]. His vehicle form can detach from his base and fly on a string, enabling him to get better shots at opposing pieces, or even airlift allies (or enemies... is that a legal move?). His "Transform" power would probably allow you to bring any Starscream figure into play from your back-ups—making Starscream an even more effective figure when working with Skywarp. But as the toy was never released, we'll never know.

: Several pieces of this mold would also have been used to make [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Attacktix|Generation 1 Skywarp]], who also went unreleased.

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==Notes==
* The feature where Starscream deploys [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]] from his nosecone was directly inspired by the God Phoenix aircraft from the anime ''{{w|Science Ninja Team Gatchaman}}'', which similarly can [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAqrt9iR1G0&t=93s deploy an F1 racecar].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=So no under the nose cone, which is, you know—not even gonna lie—a direct kind of honorific to ''Gatchaman'', you know, where the race car dropped out of the bottom of the Phoenix. So for you old '70s Japanese anime fans out there [...] that is an echo to my childhood love there!|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW7bBZgluQQ&t=3058s|name=Aaron Archer|site=''The Toy Armada''|title=Toy Armada Friday night LIVE: ARMADA STARSCREAM|year=2023|month=06|day=02}}</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Armada Decepticons]]
[[Category:Attacktix]]
[[Category:Built to Rule!]]
[[Category:Energon Decepticons]]
[[Category:Cybertron Decepticons]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Legacy Decepticons]]
[[Category:Legends Decepticons]]
[[Category:Mail order exclusives]]
[[Category:McDonald's exclusives]]
[[Category:Sam's Club exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us Japan exclusives]]

Starscream (Armada)/toys

2024-09-14T20:14:39Z

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[[File:GHC Starscream Scream.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|Admit it, we all had a crush on him when we were eleven.]]

'''Starscream''' has many toys, a testament to the enduring popularity of this [[Unicron Trilogy]] version of the character.

==Toys==
===''Armada''===
[[File:Armada SS toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's Emo-tastic! (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
[[File:LOTM Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|(''Takara version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (Max-Con Class, 2002)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''MD-02'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2002]] [[December 26]]
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' Max-Cons, Starscream transforms into a Cybertronic jet fighter, loaded with electronic sound effects that function in both modes. Pressing down on his cockpit canopy activates a laser-pulse sound effect; his pack-in [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)#Toys|Swindle]] can also snap into place under his nosecone, and pops free with an explosion effect when the canopy is pressed down hard. Pulling back his rearmost Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] plug activates a take-off sound effect, while holding it follows up the sound with an extended engine roar that lasts a few seconds. Placing a Mini-Con on the plug (Swindle is of course sized perfectly to fit into this small space) releases two spring-activated over-shoulder spring-loaded missile launchers, and pulling back on the port with a Mini-Con attached triggers a laser-firing noise that lasts ''just'' long enough to be too long. His robot-mode head pops up automatically during transformation by connecting his waist to his upper torso. His left wing detaches and unfolds to form a large sword for use in robot mode.

: The [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] ''Legend of the Microns'' version of this toy uses a much brighter light gray plastic, and gold paint instead of yellow. He also has more detailed, contiguous paint applications on the wings, and a "separated" Decepticon sigil deco rather than the solid block of purple on the Hasbro version. He's also slightly [[retool]]ed: the nosecone is parallel to the rest of the jet mode, while the Hasbro version was retooled to slope downward [[for safety reasons]], making it "collapse" easier if pressed point-first into, say, your little brother.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Armada'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Armada Thundercracker toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I'm afraid I just blue myself. (''Hasbro Thundercracker pictured for now'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリームS, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''MD-09'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2003]] September
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles

: In the Takara ''Legend of the Microns'' line, the Hasbro [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Toys|Thundercracker]] deco (with slight alterations) was released as Starscream's powered-up form, as seen in the ''Armada'' cartoon. "Starscream Super Mode" uses more vivid blue and red plastics, has "separated" Decepticon symbols with white outlines, and has the parallel nosecone like the regular Takara Starscream.

: Similarly, his Mini-Con partner was the powered-up version of Swindle, dubbed "Spark Grid", rather than [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Toys|Zapmaster]].

: You can, of course, use your ''Armada'' Thundercracker toy as "Powerlinx Starscream" if you want. Nobody can stop you.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/Thundercracker/thundercracker.htm More information on Thundercracker/Starscream Supermode at TFU.info]''
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===''Built to Rule!''===
[[File:BTR-toy Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempts to take over [[Block Town]] were less than successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (2003)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: ''[[Built to Rule!]]'' Starscream is a building-brick set centered around a "Trans-Skeleton", a generic core that changes from "robot" to vehicle-mode-base and back. His robot and Cyertronic fighter jet modes are built around each of these configurations. He features two missile launchers that use a "twist-block" trigger mechanism for the spring-loaded launchers. He also has a 2x2 "[[Powerlinx]]" plate that can mouth any ''BTR'' vehicle-mode Mini-Con or normal-series Mini-Con, though the grip on the latter is not very good.

: His jet-mode build as depicted in some of the stock photography differs slightly from the mode shown in the set's [[instructions]]. But as it's a building-brick set, do what you like!

: He comes with a building-brick version of [[Swindle (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Swindle]].

: This set was later released in different colors as [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Thundercracker]] and [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Zapmaster]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/BTRStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BTR EnergonStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempt to infiltrate Space Police II was only marginally more successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: The ''Energon'' version of ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream was designed with a much more solid skeleton with larger, blockier limbs. He can be rebuilt from a Cybertronic jet fighter with pressure-launch missiles, to a robot, to basically whatever you feel like doing with the parts.

: Unfortunately, due to the slow performance of the ''Built to Rule!'' line overall, the ''Energon'' versions only had a limited, test market release initially in and around Cincinnati, Ohio. The sets later filtered out into many "Tuesday Morning" chain discount stores at drastically dropped prices.
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energon Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream, all spooky.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara Starscream, now with G1 sweetening.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream''' (ナイトスクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number'': '''SD-01'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2003]] [[December 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon sword, energon rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in "wave 1.5" of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' Combat Class toys (aka Deluxes), Starscream transforms into a jet fighter loosely based upon the F/A-22 Raptor (which would later be used as the alt-mode of [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity#Earth and Ore-13|other two]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscreams]]), cast mostly in dark clear-green plastics to emphasize his new "energon ghost" status. The toy also features numerous spots down the right-hand side of the robot mode's front, back, shoulder and wings where Starscream appears only partially-constructed or damaged, along with asymmetrical plastic-color layouts, to further enhance the "half-formed" effect—though [[Aaron Archer]] would later remark that he felt these design cues did not come across properly.

: He comes with two very large accessories, a sword and a non-firing blaster rifle, which can combine to form a ''really'' large sword. He's also armed with two wing-mounted spring-loaded missile launchers, which can flip up over his robot-mode shoulders for his "Hyper Mode".

: Takara's "Nightscream", released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)#Takara Super Link toyline|Super Link]]'' product, uses light gray plastics instead of stony-blue, a lighter shade of red paint, and darker blue plastic and paint, hewing his deco closer to his original namesake's.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skyquake (G1)#Timelines|Skyquake]] and [[Leozack#Timelines|Leozack]]. It also served as the model for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnations of [[Hellbat (G1)#Wings Universe|Hellbat]], [[Guyhawk#Wings Universe|Guyhawk]], and [[Hooligan (G2)#Wings Universe|Hooligan]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{EnergonStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon-toy 2-pack Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Obi-Wan Kenobi|This weapon is your life]], because without it, you are literally useless in both of your modes.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Prowl with Longarm & Starscream with Zapmaster''' (Multi-pack, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Port wing/sword, 2 missiles

: Part of a [[Sam's Club]] [[exclusive]] set, the [[#Armada_2|''Armada'' Starscream toy]] was [[redeco]]ed in primarily dark gray with burgundy and black accents, patterned after the color scheme of his Deluxe ''Energon'' figure. He retains his sound gimmicks from the previous releases of this mold.

: This time around, his Mini-Con partner is [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Energon|Zapmaster]] rather than Swindle.

: The set also includes ''Energon'' [[Prowl (Energon)#VsStarscream|Prowl]] and [[Longarm (Armada)#Energon|Longarm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/SamsStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Sam's Club Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon Energon Starscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream has twice the G1 for half the price.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Reverse Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara "Nightscream" has two scoops of G1 in every toy.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Energon Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream Reverse''' (ナイトスクリーム{{ruby|R|リバース}})
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''SD-19'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2004]] [[September 20]]
:*''Accessories'': Sword, rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Representing Starscream in a powered-up form following his immersion in [[Super Energon]], Hasbro's ''Energon'' Starscream (released in the eighth and final wave of ''Energon'' Combat Class toys) was redecoed into a more [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]]-inspired color scheme, primarily light gray with blue and red accents. Though the sculpted "half-formed" sections remain, the figure's new paint layouts ignore them, sometimes painting directly over the top of them, which coupled with the figure's new lack of translucent plastic seems to suggest that this is a non-ghosty version of the character, though his asymmetrical arm coloration remains due to the use of [[unpaintable plastic]] needed for structural support.

: This toy was first listed in [[Walmart]] computers under the name "[[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp Interceptor]]", perhaps indicating an aborted intent for the toy.

: The Takara "Nightscream Reverse" release of the toy, released in the sixteenth wave of ''Super Link'' product, is a considerably different take on the same general deco concept. Large portions of the toy are cast in clear-blue plastics in the place of some of the solid-gray in the Hasbro version. Black plastic has been replaced with light gray, and many paint details are different. This deco was used for Starscream's powered up appearance in the ''Energon'' cartoon, if you really care to maintain show-accuracy in your collection. It also came with a fluorescent yellow version of ''Energon'' [[Insecticon (Energon)#Toys|Insecticon]]'s [[Energon weapon#Gallery|energon drill weapon]] and Decepticon-style [[Energon star|energon chip]]; the drill lacks the usual paint applications that the Insecticon toys' versions have.

: The Hasbro deco of this figure was used as a reference for the [[#Attacktix|unreleased ''Attacktix'' vehicle-mode Starscream piece]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/EStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Energon Starscream at TFU.info]''
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:GalaxyForce Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am Vegeta, Prince of all Saiya- I mean, I will be leader of all Decepticons!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''GD-03'''
:*''Release date'': [[2004]] [[December 28]]
:*''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon [[Cyber Key|Force Chip]]
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Exclusive to [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Galaxy Force]]'' line, this Voyager-sized version of Starscream draws much of its influence from [[Don Figueroa]]'s design for [[Starscream (G1)|Generation 1 Starscream]] in [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s ''[[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]]'', transforming into a Cybertronic starfighter. In both modes, plugging a [[Cyber Key]] into his back end flips out a spring-loaded blade from each arm. His spring-loaded missile launcher can be used as either a hand-held weapon, or mounted under his jet-mode nosecone. Another port for the weapon can be found behind the rear landing gear, allowing it to be stored horizontally in robot mode, along with a port under each forearm (though these are loose due to being molded across two parts).

: This toy was designed with a [[soundbox]] in mind (even including the requisite speaker and battery brackets when you [[:File:Starscream soundbox.jpg|crack one open]]), but the final version has no electronics. In fact, ''no'' version of this mold would have electronics either.

: Although essentially the "standard" version of ''Cybertron'' Starscream, this figure was not released in the ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' toyline, presumably so it would not interfere with the sales of the much larger (more expensive) Supreme Class Starscream toy (see below). A [[redeco]], however, would be made available later in the line (again [[#VsVector|see below]]).

: This toy was redecoed to create ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Starscream (SG)#Toys|Starscream]] and the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] [[Dirge (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Dirge]]. This mold also served as the model for the non-toy [[Skywarp (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' incarnation of Skywarp]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Galaxy Force'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy supreme starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Honeycomb big? Yeah Yeah Yeah! It's not small? No No No!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Supreme Class, [[2005]])}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara release date:'' [[2005]] [[August 11]]
:*''Accessories'': Missile, "Crown of Leadership", Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key, Earth Cyber Planet Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''s5a3'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Sold in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' Supreme-class toys (yes, there was more than one!), this Starscream is a colossally-upscaled version of Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream toy, with quite a few changes. The most notable is the change in his Cyber Key [[gimmick]]: each arm has a separate Key jack in it rather than the Voyager's single joint-jack. While the right arm still deploys a blade, the left arm now reveals a spring-loaded missile-firing "null laser cannon" with expanding prongs. The original back-mounted Key jack is still present, though it does not activate any gimmicks and merely serves as a Key storage space (a rarity among ''Cybertron'' toys). A second storage-only jack is found on the underside of the same assembly. The two small guns on the sides of his cockpit can swivel up to firing position in robot mode, and he also has several electronic light and sound gimmicks, including one activated by moving his sword-arm. His eyes are, for some strange reason, green.

: He comes with a Decepticon "Crown of Leadership", based on Generation 1 Starscream's crown from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' that fits over his noggin (which, together with his considerable size, has earned him the nickname "King Starscream" among fans.) He is also the only ''Cybertron'' toy to come with ''two'' Cyber Keys, a Decepticon Cybertron Key, and a gold-bordered Earth [[Cyber Planet Key]]. Both Keys have the same [[Cyber Key Codes|Key Code]] [[tampograph]]ed on their backs. The placement of these accessories in the box varies in later releases.

: Supreme Starscream was released in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' toys, long before Starscream was transformed into a giant in the third quarter of the ''Cybertron'' cartoon. [[To sell toys|To sell]] this large, expensive figure at this early stage, a few other toys in the ''Cybertron'' line were changed—predominantly, the standard Voyager-sized Starscream figure went unreleased in Hasbro markets—well, except for the two-pack release listed below.

: Starscream [[scale]]s perfectly with the other toys in the ''Cybertron'' toyline, due to the robot mode [[Scale charts#Cybertron cartoon|scale charts]] for the cartoon being based directly on toy scale. He also scales rather well with fellow Supreme Class figure, [[Primus#Cybertron|Primus]], representing the size-altering power up he received in the episode "[[Titans]]".

: In Japan, this toy was released as a [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive as a "[[USA Edition]]", basically unchanged in US packaging with the addition of Japanese stickers.

: This mold was later redecoed to make ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Supreme Starscream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Tru2005Cybertronstarscream.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|Thrust? No wait… Ramjet?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Starscream vs. Vector Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key

: Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream mold was made available by Hasbro only in a two-pack of Voyager Class toys with an unaltered [[Vector Prime#Toys|Vector Prime]], now sporting a predominantly-burgundy paint job. It retains all the gimmickry of the Takara release, and also retains the ''lack'' of electronic gimmickry.

: The two-pack was exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores, and was sold for slightly less than the cost of two Voyagers. It was also available widely in Europe in regular stores.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/TRUStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Toys"R"Us Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:CybScream-LOC.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starsqueak. (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2005)}}</ul>

: A colossally ''downscaled'' and simplified version of the ''Cybertron'' Starscream figure was released as part of the first wave of the ''[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]'' series. He transforms into the same Cybertronic starfighter altmode, and has flip-out weapons based on his Supreme-class toy (one sword, one non-firing blaster).

: In Japan, the toy was sold as part of the ''very'' short-lived ''Galaxy Force'' "[[EZ Collection]]", and given more extensive [[paint operation]]s than the Hasbro version, basically faithfully re-creating the larger toys' paint layouts in this smaller format (which you can see on the clear version of the figure below). The Takara EZ Collection toys were sold on Hasbro ''Cybertron'' cards, but with a Japanese-language ''Galaxy Force''-branded insert in the bubble and a large sticker for Japanese legal information slapped on the back.

: This mold was used to make ''Legends of Cybertron'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Cybertron|Ramjet]], [[Skywarp (Armada)#Cybertron|Skywarp]], and [[Sunstorm (Universe)#Cybertron|Sunstorm]], ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Ramjet (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ramjet]] and [[Thrust (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Thrust]], ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'' [[Starscream (WFC)/toys#War for Cybertron|Starscream]], and [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|''Dark of the Moon'']] [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BeeStarscream|Cybertronian Starscream]]. Phew!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/LOCStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Legends of Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy clear ez starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''EZ Collection Clear Set''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>

: A Japanese exclusive multi-pack of "EZ Collection" Starscream, [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Optimus Prime]] recast the figures using primarily clear plastics; in Starscream's case, both his greys became translucent. A mail-away exclusive to ''[[TV Magazine]]'' in October 2005, the set was limited to 3000 pieces.

::*''[http://plasticcrack.net/archives/2007/07/photo-review-takara-galaxy-force-ez-telemag-exclusive-3pack More information on the EZ Collection multi-pack at PlasticCrack.net]
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generations armada starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cuz once you got a theory of how the thing works, everybody wants the next thing to be just like the first.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (Deluxe, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Series / Number'': '''02 / #011'''
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the eighth wave of 2012-onwards ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' "Armada Starscream" is a modern update of the original ''Armada'' Starscream figure. He comes with two "Energon Swords" which he holds via [[5 mm post|5mm post]], and can fold up and store on his wings, as opposed to the wings themselves detaching and forming swords. He has numerous Powerlinx plugs on his forearms and turbines, though they do not activate any features. In place of his spring-loaded cannons, his turbines can each fire a missile in either mode via pressure-launch, and can be positioned in robot mode to either face forward or lay flat on his back.

:While his [[bio]] paints this toy as ''this'' Starscream, [[IDW Publishing]] [[Repurposing|repurposed]] this toy as a new body for [[Starscream (G1)/toys#ArmadaStarscream|Generation 1 Starscream]], debuting it in the [[Dark Dawn: Dark Cybertron Chapter 1|issue]] the figure comes packaged with.

:This mold was heavily [[retool]]ed into ''Generations'' [[Jhiaxus (G2)#Generations|Jhiaxus]], differently retooled into ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skywarp (Armada)#Timelines|Skywarp]] and ''Timelines'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Timelines|Ramjet]], and [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Starscream (Armada)#Legends|Armada Starscream Super Mode]]. This mold was also the basis for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnation of [[Eagle Eye (G2)#Wings Universe|Eagle Eye]] and the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' incarnation of [[Jetstorm (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Jetstorm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/GenArmadaStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Generations'' Armada Starscream at TFU.info]''
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===''Generations'' (Japan)===
[[File:Generationstoy-TakaraTomy-ArmadaStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (アルマダスタースクリーム, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TG33'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2014]] [[March 23]]
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles

:The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Armada Starscream, part of the fourteenth wave of Japanese [[Transformers: Generations (Japan)|''Generations'']] toys, features a deco more accurate to his original cartoon appearance, most obviously by casting much of his arms, legs, wings, and launchers stark white. Other changes include use of a darker shade of red plastic and paint, a thoroughly-painted red cockpit, red-painted toes, a black-painted canopy, and a silver face with painted "chinstrap".
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legends''===
[[File:Transformers-Legends-LG18-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream Super Mode''' (アルマダスタースクリームスーパーモード, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''LG18'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2016]] [[January 30]]
:*''Accesories'': 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Munetaka Abe]] (packaging artist)}}

:A [[redeco]] of the ''Generations'' Starscream figure based on the super mode coloration Starscream had in ''Armada''.

:This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as [[Thundercracker (Armada)|''Armada'' Thundercracker]] in [[Fun Publications]]' [[Armada Volume 5|''Armada'' Volume 5]].
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Voyager-Class-Armada-Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|The great emo resurgence of 2022 is underway!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Armada Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (アルマダユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-19'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2023]] [[February 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Ittoku Kuwazu]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Armada Universe Starscream" is a mostly faithful recreation of his appearance from the ''Armada'' cartoon. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 18 steps.

: Unlike his original toy, his wing sword (called an ''[[Energon]] Sword'' by the official product description) is a separate, non-converting accessory. The original Hasbro promotional pictures show it fully painted red, but subsequent stock photos from Takara as well as the final product leave it unpainted. Starscream also comes with a simplified [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]] accessory, allowing him to dual-wield swords in robot mode. Like the original ''Armada'' toy, Starscream features turbines that can double over as shoulder cannons. These are unmentioned in the instructions.

: Unlike his fellow "Armada Universe" ''Legacy'' toy, [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Hot Shot]], Starscream doesn't feature any [[Mini-Con]]-compatible [[Powerlinx]] ports.

:Due to a design flaw, on many copies Starscream's thighs are a bit on the loose side and fall off easily when attempting to rotate them. It's also a bit difficult to peg him into his alternate mode.

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[[File:Legacytoy-VoyagerCybertronStarscream.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's a schmedium.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Cybertron Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Cybertron Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (サイバトロンユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-73'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2024]] [[September 28]]
:*''Accessories'': Blaster, [[Cyber Key]], 2 wings/Null Cannons, 2 tail fins
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name ="United Stream">[[March 21]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPkQZZ4zasE Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 21, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy United]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Cybertron Universe Starscream" is an updated version of his appearance from the ''Cybertron'' cartoon, featuring a greater range of articulation and a deco based on his show model. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 26 steps. His butterfly joints, inner shoulders, biceps, and wrists are reused from [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#War_for_Cybertron:_Siege|''Siege'' Starscream]].<ref name = "United Stream"/> His shoulder pads can be hinged out of the way for more shoulder articulation.

: Unlike other contemporary ''Cybertron'' figures from the ''Legacy'' line, such as [[Override (Cybertron)#Legacy|Override]] and [[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Metroplex]], he comes with a [[Cyber Key]] that can be fitted into a slot on his back or in the back of his blaster, though it does not activate any [[gimmick]]. This Cyber Key is ''much'' smaller than the original, and thus isn't backwards compatible. His flip-out "Vertex blades" are now manually flipped out instead of being spring-loaded. His blaster is based on an unused design from his original character sheet.<ref>https://www.tfraw.com/p/galaxy-force-design-sheets.html</ref> The blaster can be stored on the back of his robot mode and the bottom or top of his jet mode.

: His wing null cannons and tail fins are removable and can be placed onto other 5mm ports on his body. He features [[Fire Blast effect]] pegs on his blaster, wing cannons, and non-rotating torso cannons.

:If one wants to make a Super Starscream with the crown from the ''Studio Series 86'' [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#Studio_Series|Coronation Starscream]], take note that the accessory ''very loosely'' fits onto Cybetron Starscream's head.

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C5hL6o4MjiO/ Designer commentary on Cybertron Universe Starscream from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Takara-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We put a picture of the ''Legends'' one here just to see if you'd notice.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリーム {{ruby|S|スーパーモード}}, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TL-EX'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2024]] [[September 13]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, Star Saber, [[Fire Blast effect]]s

:Released exclusively at the 40th Anniversary Transformers Expo 2024 in Tokyo, Japan, Starscream Super Mode is a redeco of [[#Legacy|Armada Universe Starscream]] based on the [[#JapaneseSuper|original Starscream Super Mode]] toy but in colors more accurate to the ''Armada'' cartoon.

:In addition to the Energon Sword and Star Saber accessories, Starscream Super Mode comes with Fire Blast effects to allow buyers to recreate [[#File:IMG 7554.jpeg |scenes]] in which he fires his [[Null-ray|null ray cannons]].

:Starscream Super Mode is the first ''Legacy'' toy exclusive to TakaraTomy markets.
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==Merchandise==
===Happy Meal toy===
{{anchor|McDonalds}}[[File:Armadatoy mcdonalds starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
: Part of the McDonald's ''Armada'' promotion, this version of Starscream is based on his larger toy and features a pull-back motor gimmick that propels his jet-mode forward, then leaps up to instantly convert to robot mode, like the [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]] [[Jumpstarter]]s.

:In jet mode, he has ''two'' Mini-Con ports molded into his underside which allows him to combine with the other three Happy Meal Decepticons to form a goofy-looking [[Mighty Vehicle]]. The ports can also be used to access Mini-Con gimmicks on mainline ''Armada'' toys, but given his size and weight, it would be an awkward fit on most figures.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/McStarscream/starscream.htm More information on McDonald's Starscream at TFU.info]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:SCF Starscream Armada.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Normal and unintentional "currently dying in a Unicron beam" variant.]]
*'''Starscream''' (SCF, 2002)
**''Act'': '''9'''
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:A three-inch tall non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released in the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]''-specific ninth "Act" of Takara's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. The figure came in both full color and metallic silver "pewter" variants, available at an equal ratio one each in every case of twelve [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] figures.

: Care may need to be taken with the pewter variant when moving "joints" or popping parts off the main body. It is distressingly common for pewter SCF figures to have the connection pegs painted as well, which can lead to sticking and tearing of the soft-plastic pegs keeping the figure together. A little shaving of the socket interiors with a thin hobby knife is usually enough to solve this, once the peg has been removed.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
**''ID number:'' 13
**''Accessories:'' Swindle figure, sword

: A five-inch tall non-transforming, highly-articulated PVC figure of Starscream was the thirteenth and final release in Takara's ''Mega Super Colleciton Figure'' series. Like other toys in the line, he came with a few extra pieces, like a separate wing-sword, and a mini-PVC of his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]]. The miracle of universal pegs also allows him to wield weapons belonging to other ''Mega SCF'' figures, most characteristically appropriate being the Star Saber that came with Optimus Prime.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act133/ More information on Mega SCF Starscream at TFKenkon.com]''
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===''Transformers Figure''===
[[File:TFfigure starscream.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)

:A non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released by [[Omron Entertainment]] as part of their simply-named ''[[Transformers Figure]]'' line of gaming arcades prizes, standing around 5" tall. Despite there being a nationwide commercial for the figures, their distribution was poor, and not many arcades actually wound up carrying them.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act127/ More information on Omron PVC figures from TFKenkon.com]
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===''Battle for Cybertron Game''===
[[File:BattleforCybertron starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Transformers: Armada - Battle for Cybertron Game''' (2003)

:A small figurine of Starscream was among the eight Transformers character playing pieces included with the [[Milton Bradley]] ''[[Battle for Cybertron Game|Battle for Cybertron]]'' board game.

::*''[http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6841/transformers-armada-battle-for-cybertron More information on Battle for Cybertron at BoardGameGeek.com]''
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===Bubble Twist===
[[File:BubbleTwist starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
:A small solid-color PVC figurine of Starscream was among the [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] toys available with [[Bubble Twist]] bubble gum, produced by Hasbro's subsidiary [[Cap Candy]] and only available at Toys"R"Us. Like all figures in the series, Starscream was available in red, blue, purple, grey and black.
::*''[http://tformers.com/article.php?sid=2059 More information on Bubble Twist at TFormers.com]''
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===''Attacktix''===
[[File:AttacktixScream.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|He keeps flying in circles for some reason.]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, 2006)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF08
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Rally - 14/26 (54%) success ratio
|cost=10
|speed=6
|attacktype=Shooter (Large Missile)
}}
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: ''[[Attacktix]]'' Starscream is based on his [[#Cybertron_2|''Cybertron'' incarnation]]. His Special Power, ''Rally'', enables a player to return any one of their already-defeated [[Decepticon]] pieces to play. If Starscream's speed wheel reads 8 stop moving him there—you'll be able to move him 2 extra tix next turn and even if he gets shot down his special power is always white when he's on 8 speed.

: A Captain figure Starscream works very well with his own redeco, [[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp]], supporting his ''Infiltration'' power.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/AttacktixStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Attacktix EnergonStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, <s>2007</s>)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF11
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Transform
|cost=30
|speed=4
|attacktype=Shooter (Small Missile)/Flight
}}
{{-}}
: This unreleased Starscream is a missile launching piece based on his [[#EnergonEnergon|"''Energon'' Energon" form's vehicle mode]]. His vehicle form can detach from his base and fly on a string, enabling him to get better shots at opposing pieces, or even airlift allies (or enemies... is that a legal move?). His "Transform" power would probably allow you to bring any Starscream figure into play from your back-ups—making Starscream an even more effective figure when working with Skywarp. But as the toy was never released, we'll never know.

: Several pieces of this mold would also have been used to make [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Attacktix|Generation 1 Skywarp]], who also went unreleased.

{{canceledattacktix}}
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==Notes==
* The feature where Starscream deploys [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]] from his nosecone was directly inspired by the God Phoenix aircraft from the anime ''{{w|Science Ninja Team Gatchaman}}'', which similarly can [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAqrt9iR1G0&t=93s deploy an F1 racecar].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=So no under the nose cone, which is, you know—not even gonna lie—a direct kind of honorific to ''Gatchaman'', you know, where the race car dropped out of the bottom of the Phoenix. So for you old '70s Japanese anime fans out there [...] that is an echo to my childhood love there!|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW7bBZgluQQ&t=3058s|name=Aaron Archer|site=''The Toy Armada''|title=Toy Armada Friday night LIVE: ARMADA STARSCREAM|year=2023|month=06|day=02}}</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Armada Decepticons]]
[[Category:Attacktix]]
[[Category:Built to Rule!]]
[[Category:Energon Decepticons]]
[[Category:Cybertron Decepticons]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Legacy Decepticons]]
[[Category:Legends Decepticons]]
[[Category:Mail order exclusives]]
[[Category:McDonald's exclusives]]
[[Category:Sam's Club exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us Japan exclusives]]

Starscream (Armada)/toys

2024-09-14T20:13:50Z

Mcsquiggles1126:

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[[File:GHC Starscream Scream.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|Admit it, we all had a crush on him when we were eleven.]]

'''Starscream''' has many toys, a testament to the enduring popularity of this [[Unicron Trilogy]] version of the character.

==Toys==
===''Armada''===
[[File:Armada SS toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's Emo-tastic! (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
[[File:LOTM Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|(''Takara version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (Max-Con Class, 2002)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''MD-02'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2002]] [[December 26]]
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' Max-Cons, Starscream transforms into a Cybertronic jet fighter, loaded with electronic sound effects that function in both modes. Pressing down on his cockpit canopy activates a laser-pulse sound effect; his pack-in [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)#Toys|Swindle]] can also snap into place under his nosecone, and pops free with an explosion effect when the canopy is pressed down hard. Pulling back his rearmost Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] plug activates a take-off sound effect, while holding it follows up the sound with an extended engine roar that lasts a few seconds. Placing a Mini-Con on the plug (Swindle is of course sized perfectly to fit into this small space) releases two spring-activated over-shoulder spring-loaded missile launchers, and pulling back on the port with a Mini-Con attached triggers a laser-firing noise that lasts ''just'' long enough to be too long. His robot-mode head pops up automatically during transformation by connecting his waist to his upper torso. His left wing detaches and unfolds to form a large sword for use in robot mode.

: The [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] ''Legend of the Microns'' version of this toy uses a much brighter light gray plastic, and gold paint instead of yellow. He also has more detailed, contiguous paint applications on the wings, and a "separated" Decepticon sigil deco rather than the solid block of purple on the Hasbro version. He's also slightly [[retool]]ed: the nosecone is parallel to the rest of the jet mode, while the Hasbro version was retooled to slope downward [[for safety reasons]], making it "collapse" easier if pressed point-first into, say, your little brother.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Armada'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
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[[File:Armada Thundercracker toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I'm afraid I just blue myself. (''Hasbro Thundercracker pictured for now'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリームS, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''MD-09'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2003]] September
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles

: In the Takara ''Legend of the Microns'' line, the Hasbro [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Toys|Thundercracker]] deco (with slight alterations) was released as Starscream's powered-up form, as seen in the ''Armada'' cartoon. "Starscream Super Mode" uses more vivid blue and red plastics, has "separated" Decepticon symbols with white outlines, and has the parallel nosecone like the regular Takara Starscream.

: Similarly, his Mini-Con partner was the powered-up version of Swindle, dubbed "Spark Grid", rather than [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Toys|Zapmaster]].

: You can, of course, use your ''Armada'' Thundercracker toy as "Powerlinx Starscream" if you want. Nobody can stop you.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/Thundercracker/thundercracker.htm More information on Thundercracker/Starscream Supermode at TFU.info]''
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===''Built to Rule!''===
[[File:BTR-toy Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempts to take over [[Block Town]] were less than successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (2003)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: ''[[Built to Rule!]]'' Starscream is a building-brick set centered around a "Trans-Skeleton", a generic core that changes from "robot" to vehicle-mode-base and back. His robot and Cyertronic fighter jet modes are built around each of these configurations. He features two missile launchers that use a "twist-block" trigger mechanism for the spring-loaded launchers. He also has a 2x2 "[[Powerlinx]]" plate that can mouth any ''BTR'' vehicle-mode Mini-Con or normal-series Mini-Con, though the grip on the latter is not very good.

: His jet-mode build as depicted in some of the stock photography differs slightly from the mode shown in the set's [[instructions]]. But as it's a building-brick set, do what you like!

: He comes with a building-brick version of [[Swindle (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Swindle]].

: This set was later released in different colors as [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Thundercracker]] and [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Zapmaster]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/BTRStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BTR EnergonStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempt to infiltrate Space Police II was only marginally more successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: The ''Energon'' version of ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream was designed with a much more solid skeleton with larger, blockier limbs. He can be rebuilt from a Cybertronic jet fighter with pressure-launch missiles, to a robot, to basically whatever you feel like doing with the parts.

: Unfortunately, due to the slow performance of the ''Built to Rule!'' line overall, the ''Energon'' versions only had a limited, test market release initially in and around Cincinnati, Ohio. The sets later filtered out into many "Tuesday Morning" chain discount stores at drastically dropped prices.
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energon Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream, all spooky.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara Starscream, now with G1 sweetening.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream''' (ナイトスクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number'': '''SD-01'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2003]] [[December 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon sword, energon rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in "wave 1.5" of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' Combat Class toys (aka Deluxes), Starscream transforms into a jet fighter loosely based upon the F/A-22 Raptor (which would later be used as the alt-mode of [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity#Earth and Ore-13|other two]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscreams]]), cast mostly in dark clear-green plastics to emphasize his new "energon ghost" status. The toy also features numerous spots down the right-hand side of the robot mode's front, back, shoulder and wings where Starscream appears only partially-constructed or damaged, along with asymmetrical plastic-color layouts, to further enhance the "half-formed" effect—though [[Aaron Archer]] would later remark that he felt these design cues did not come across properly.

: He comes with two very large accessories, a sword and a non-firing blaster rifle, which can combine to form a ''really'' large sword. He's also armed with two wing-mounted spring-loaded missile launchers, which can flip up over his robot-mode shoulders for his "Hyper Mode".

: Takara's "Nightscream", released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)#Takara Super Link toyline|Super Link]]'' product, uses light gray plastics instead of stony-blue, a lighter shade of red paint, and darker blue plastic and paint, hewing his deco closer to his original namesake's.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skyquake (G1)#Timelines|Skyquake]] and [[Leozack#Timelines|Leozack]]. It also served as the model for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnations of [[Hellbat (G1)#Wings Universe|Hellbat]], [[Guyhawk#Wings Universe|Guyhawk]], and [[Hooligan (G2)#Wings Universe|Hooligan]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{EnergonStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon-toy 2-pack Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Obi-Wan Kenobi|This weapon is your life]], because without it, you are literally useless in both of your modes.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Prowl with Longarm & Starscream with Zapmaster''' (Multi-pack, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Port wing/sword, 2 missiles

: Part of a [[Sam's Club]] [[exclusive]] set, the [[#Armada_2|''Armada'' Starscream toy]] was [[redeco]]ed in primarily dark gray with burgundy and black accents, patterned after the color scheme of his Deluxe ''Energon'' figure. He retains his sound gimmicks from the previous releases of this mold.

: This time around, his Mini-Con partner is [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Energon|Zapmaster]] rather than Swindle.

: The set also includes ''Energon'' [[Prowl (Energon)#VsStarscream|Prowl]] and [[Longarm (Armada)#Energon|Longarm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/SamsStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Sam's Club Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon Energon Starscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream has twice the G1 for half the price.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Reverse Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara "Nightscream" has two scoops of G1 in every toy.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Energon Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream Reverse''' (ナイトスクリーム{{ruby|R|リバース}})
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''SD-19'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2004]] [[September 20]]
:*''Accessories'': Sword, rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Representing Starscream in a powered-up form following his immersion in [[Super Energon]], Hasbro's ''Energon'' Starscream (released in the eighth and final wave of ''Energon'' Combat Class toys) was redecoed into a more [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]]-inspired color scheme, primarily light gray with blue and red accents. Though the sculpted "half-formed" sections remain, the figure's new paint layouts ignore them, sometimes painting directly over the top of them, which coupled with the figure's new lack of translucent plastic seems to suggest that this is a non-ghosty version of the character, though his asymmetrical arm coloration remains due to the use of [[unpaintable plastic]] needed for structural support.

: This toy was first listed in [[Walmart]] computers under the name "[[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp Interceptor]]", perhaps indicating an aborted intent for the toy.

: The Takara "Nightscream Reverse" release of the toy, released in the sixteenth wave of ''Super Link'' product, is a considerably different take on the same general deco concept. Large portions of the toy are cast in clear-blue plastics in the place of some of the solid-gray in the Hasbro version. Black plastic has been replaced with light gray, and many paint details are different. This deco was used for Starscream's powered up appearance in the ''Energon'' cartoon, if you really care to maintain show-accuracy in your collection. It also came with a fluorescent yellow version of ''Energon'' [[Insecticon (Energon)#Toys|Insecticon]]'s [[Energon weapon#Gallery|energon drill weapon]] and Decepticon-style [[Energon star|energon chip]]; the drill lacks the usual paint applications that the Insecticon toys' versions have.

: The Hasbro deco of this figure was used as a reference for the [[#Attacktix|unreleased ''Attacktix'' vehicle-mode Starscream piece]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/EStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Energon Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{EnergonStarscreamMold}}
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:GalaxyForce Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am Vegeta, Prince of all Saiya- I mean, I will be leader of all Decepticons!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''GD-03'''
:*''Release date'': [[2004]] [[December 28]]
:*''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon [[Cyber Key|Force Chip]]
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Exclusive to [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Galaxy Force]]'' line, this Voyager-sized version of Starscream draws much of its influence from [[Don Figueroa]]'s design for [[Starscream (G1)|Generation 1 Starscream]] in [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s ''[[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]]'', transforming into a Cybertronic starfighter. In both modes, plugging a [[Cyber Key]] into his back end flips out a spring-loaded blade from each arm. His spring-loaded missile launcher can be used as either a hand-held weapon, or mounted under his jet-mode nosecone. Another port for the weapon can be found behind the rear landing gear, allowing it to be stored horizontally in robot mode, along with a port under each forearm (though these are loose due to being molded across two parts).

: This toy was designed with a [[soundbox]] in mind (even including the requisite speaker and battery brackets when you [[:File:Starscream soundbox.jpg|crack one open]]), but the final version has no electronics. In fact, ''no'' version of this mold would have electronics either.

: Although essentially the "standard" version of ''Cybertron'' Starscream, this figure was not released in the ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' toyline, presumably so it would not interfere with the sales of the much larger (more expensive) Supreme Class Starscream toy (see below). A [[redeco]], however, would be made available later in the line (again [[#VsVector|see below]]).

: This toy was redecoed to create ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Starscream (SG)#Toys|Starscream]] and the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] [[Dirge (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Dirge]]. This mold also served as the model for the non-toy [[Skywarp (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' incarnation of Skywarp]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Galaxy Force'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy supreme starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Honeycomb big? Yeah Yeah Yeah! It's not small? No No No!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Supreme Class, [[2005]])}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara release date:'' [[2005]] [[August 11]]
:*''Accessories'': Missile, "Crown of Leadership", Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key, Earth Cyber Planet Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''s5a3'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Sold in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' Supreme-class toys (yes, there was more than one!), this Starscream is a colossally-upscaled version of Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream toy, with quite a few changes. The most notable is the change in his Cyber Key [[gimmick]]: each arm has a separate Key jack in it rather than the Voyager's single joint-jack. While the right arm still deploys a blade, the left arm now reveals a spring-loaded missile-firing "null laser cannon" with expanding prongs. The original back-mounted Key jack is still present, though it does not activate any gimmicks and merely serves as a Key storage space (a rarity among ''Cybertron'' toys). A second storage-only jack is found on the underside of the same assembly. The two small guns on the sides of his cockpit can swivel up to firing position in robot mode, and he also has several electronic light and sound gimmicks, including one activated by moving his sword-arm. His eyes are, for some strange reason, green.

: He comes with a Decepticon "Crown of Leadership", based on Generation 1 Starscream's crown from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' that fits over his noggin (which, together with his considerable size, has earned him the nickname "King Starscream" among fans.) He is also the only ''Cybertron'' toy to come with ''two'' Cyber Keys, a Decepticon Cybertron Key, and a gold-bordered Earth [[Cyber Planet Key]]. Both Keys have the same [[Cyber Key Codes|Key Code]] [[tampograph]]ed on their backs. The placement of these accessories in the box varies in later releases.

: Supreme Starscream was released in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' toys, long before Starscream was transformed into a giant in the third quarter of the ''Cybertron'' cartoon. [[To sell toys|To sell]] this large, expensive figure at this early stage, a few other toys in the ''Cybertron'' line were changed—predominantly, the standard Voyager-sized Starscream figure went unreleased in Hasbro markets—well, except for the two-pack release listed below.

: Starscream [[scale]]s perfectly with the other toys in the ''Cybertron'' toyline, due to the robot mode [[Scale charts#Cybertron cartoon|scale charts]] for the cartoon being based directly on toy scale. He also scales rather well with fellow Supreme Class figure, [[Primus#Cybertron|Primus]], representing the size-altering power up he received in the episode "[[Titans]]".

: In Japan, this toy was released as a [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive as a "[[USA Edition]]", basically unchanged in US packaging with the addition of Japanese stickers.

: This mold was later redecoed to make ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Supreme Starscream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Tru2005Cybertronstarscream.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|Thrust? No wait… Ramjet?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Starscream vs. Vector Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key

: Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream mold was made available by Hasbro only in a two-pack of Voyager Class toys with an unaltered [[Vector Prime#Toys|Vector Prime]], now sporting a predominantly-burgundy paint job. It retains all the gimmickry of the Takara release, and also retains the ''lack'' of electronic gimmickry.

: The two-pack was exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores, and was sold for slightly less than the cost of two Voyagers. It was also available widely in Europe in regular stores.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/TRUStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Toys"R"Us Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:CybScream-LOC.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starsqueak. (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2005)}}</ul>

: A colossally ''downscaled'' and simplified version of the ''Cybertron'' Starscream figure was released as part of the first wave of the ''[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]'' series. He transforms into the same Cybertronic starfighter altmode, and has flip-out weapons based on his Supreme-class toy (one sword, one non-firing blaster).

: In Japan, the toy was sold as part of the ''very'' short-lived ''Galaxy Force'' "[[EZ Collection]]", and given more extensive [[paint operation]]s than the Hasbro version, basically faithfully re-creating the larger toys' paint layouts in this smaller format (which you can see on the clear version of the figure below). The Takara EZ Collection toys were sold on Hasbro ''Cybertron'' cards, but with a Japanese-language ''Galaxy Force''-branded insert in the bubble and a large sticker for Japanese legal information slapped on the back.

: This mold was used to make ''Legends of Cybertron'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Cybertron|Ramjet]], [[Skywarp (Armada)#Cybertron|Skywarp]], and [[Sunstorm (Universe)#Cybertron|Sunstorm]], ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Ramjet (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ramjet]] and [[Thrust (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Thrust]], ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'' [[Starscream (WFC)/toys#War for Cybertron|Starscream]], and [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|''Dark of the Moon'']] [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BeeStarscream|Cybertronian Starscream]]. Phew!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/LOCStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Legends of Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy clear ez starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''EZ Collection Clear Set''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>

: A Japanese exclusive multi-pack of "EZ Collection" Starscream, [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Optimus Prime]] recast the figures using primarily clear plastics; in Starscream's case, both his greys became translucent. A mail-away exclusive to ''[[TV Magazine]]'' in October 2005, the set was limited to 3000 pieces.

::*''[http://plasticcrack.net/archives/2007/07/photo-review-takara-galaxy-force-ez-telemag-exclusive-3pack More information on the EZ Collection multi-pack at PlasticCrack.net]
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generations armada starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cuz once you got a theory of how the thing works, everybody wants the next thing to be just like the first.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (Deluxe, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Series / Number'': '''02 / #011'''
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the eighth wave of 2012-onwards ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' "Armada Starscream" is a modern update of the original ''Armada'' Starscream figure. He comes with two "Energon Swords" which he holds via [[5 mm post|5mm post]], and can fold up and store on his wings, as opposed to the wings themselves detaching and forming swords. He has numerous Powerlinx plugs on his forearms and turbines, though they do not activate any features. In place of his spring-loaded cannons, his turbines can each fire a missile in either mode via pressure-launch, and can be positioned in robot mode to either face forward or lay flat on his back.

:While his [[bio]] paints this toy as ''this'' Starscream, [[IDW Publishing]] [[Repurposing|repurposed]] this toy as a new body for [[Starscream (G1)/toys#ArmadaStarscream|Generation 1 Starscream]], debuting it in the [[Dark Dawn: Dark Cybertron Chapter 1|issue]] the figure comes packaged with.

:This mold was heavily [[retool]]ed into ''Generations'' [[Jhiaxus (G2)#Generations|Jhiaxus]], differently retooled into ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skywarp (Armada)#Timelines|Skywarp]] and ''Timelines'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Timelines|Ramjet]], and [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Starscream (Armada)#Legends|Armada Starscream Super Mode]]. This mold was also the basis for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnation of [[Eagle Eye (G2)#Wings Universe|Eagle Eye]] and the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' incarnation of [[Jetstorm (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Jetstorm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/GenArmadaStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Generations'' Armada Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Generations'' (Japan)===
[[File:Generationstoy-TakaraTomy-ArmadaStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (アルマダスタースクリーム, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TG33'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2014]] [[March 23]]
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles

:The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Armada Starscream, part of the fourteenth wave of Japanese [[Transformers: Generations (Japan)|''Generations'']] toys, features a deco more accurate to his original cartoon appearance, most obviously by casting much of his arms, legs, wings, and launchers stark white. Other changes include use of a darker shade of red plastic and paint, a thoroughly-painted red cockpit, red-painted toes, a black-painted canopy, and a silver face with painted "chinstrap".
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legends''===
[[File:Transformers-Legends-LG18-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream Super Mode''' (アルマダスタースクリームスーパーモード, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''LG18'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2016]] [[January 30]]
:*''Accesories'': 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Munetaka Abe]] (packaging artist)}}

:A [[redeco]] of the ''Generations'' Starscream figure based on the super mode coloration Starscream had in ''Armada''.

:This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as [[Thundercracker (Armada)|''Armada'' Thundercracker]] in [[Fun Publications]]' [[Armada Volume 5|''Armada'' Volume 5]].
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Voyager-Class-Armada-Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|The great emo resurgence of 2022 is underway!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Armada Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (アルマダユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-19'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2023]] [[February 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Ittoku Kuwazu]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Armada Universe Starscream" is a mostly faithful recreation of his appearance from the ''Armada'' cartoon. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 18 steps.

: Unlike his original toy, his wing sword (called an ''[[Energon]] Sword'' by the official product description) is a separate, non-converting accessory. The original Hasbro promotional pictures show it fully painted red, but subsequent stock photos from Takara as well as the final product leave it unpainted. Starscream also comes with a simplified [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]] accessory, allowing him to dual-wield swords in robot mode. Like the original ''Armada'' toy, Starscream features turbines that can double over as shoulder cannons. These are unmentioned in the instructions.

: Unlike his fellow "Armada Universe" ''Legacy'' toy, [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Hot Shot]], Starscream doesn't feature any [[Mini-Con]]-compatible [[Powerlinx]] ports.

:Due to a design flaw, on many copies Starscream's thighs are a bit on the loose side and fall off easily when attempting to rotate them. It's also a bit difficult to peg him into his alternate mode.

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[[File:Legacytoy-VoyagerCybertronStarscream.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's a schmedium.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Cybertron Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Cybertron Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (サイバトロンユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-73'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2024]] [[September 28]]
:*''Accessories'': Blaster, [[Cyber Key]], 2 wings/Null Cannons, 2 tail fins
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name ="United Stream">[[March 21]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPkQZZ4zasE Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 21, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy United]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Cybertron Universe Starscream" is an updated version of his appearance from the ''Cybertron'' cartoon, featuring a greater range of articulation and a deco based on his show model. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 26 steps. His butterfly joints, inner shoulders, biceps, and wrists are reused from [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#War_for_Cybertron:_Siege|''Siege'' Starscream]].<ref name = "United Stream"/> His shoulder pads can be hinged out of the way for more shoulder articulation.

: Unlike other contemporary ''Cybertron'' figures from the ''Legacy'' line, such as [[Override (Cybertron)#Legacy|Override]] and [[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Metroplex]], he comes with a [[Cyber Key]] that can be fitted into a slot on his back or in the back of his blaster, though it does not activate any [[gimmick]]. This Cyber Key is ''much'' smaller than the original, and thus isn't backwards compatible. His flip-out "Vertex blades" are now manually flipped out instead of being spring-loaded. His blaster is based on an unused design from his original character sheet.<ref>https://www.tfraw.com/p/galaxy-force-design-sheets.html</ref> The blaster can be stored on the back of his robot mode and the bottom or top of his jet mode.

: His wing null cannons and tail fins are removable and can be placed onto other 5mm ports on his body. He features [[Fire Blast effect]] pegs on his blaster, wing cannons, and non-rotating torso cannons.

:If one wants to make a Super Starscream with the crown from the ''Studio Series 86'' [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#Studio_Series|Coronation Starscream]], take note that the accessory ''very loosely'' fits onto Cybetron Starscream's head.

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C5hL6o4MjiO/ Designer commentary on Cybertron Universe Starscream from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Takara-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We put a picture of the ''Legends'' one here just to see if you'd notice.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリーム {{ruby|S|スーパーモード}}, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TL-EX'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2024]] [[September 13]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, Star Saber, [[Fire Blast effect]]s

:Released exclusively at the 40th Anniversary Transformers Expo 2024 in Tokyo, Japan, Starscream Super Mode is a redeco of [[#Legacy|Armada Universe Starscream]] based on the [[#JapaneseSuper|original Starscream Super Mode]] toy but in colors more accurate to the ''Armada'' cartoon.

:In addition to the Energon Sword and Star Saber accessories, Starscream Super Mode comes with Fire Blast effects to allow buyers to recreate [[#File:IMG 7554.jpeg|scenes]] in which he fires his [[Null-ray|null ray cannons]].

:Starscream Super Mode is the first ''Legacy'' toy exclusive to TakaraTomy markets.
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==Merchandise==
===Happy Meal toy===
{{anchor|McDonalds}}[[File:Armadatoy mcdonalds starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
: Part of the McDonald's ''Armada'' promotion, this version of Starscream is based on his larger toy and features a pull-back motor gimmick that propels his jet-mode forward, then leaps up to instantly convert to robot mode, like the [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]] [[Jumpstarter]]s.

:In jet mode, he has ''two'' Mini-Con ports molded into his underside which allows him to combine with the other three Happy Meal Decepticons to form a goofy-looking [[Mighty Vehicle]]. The ports can also be used to access Mini-Con gimmicks on mainline ''Armada'' toys, but given his size and weight, it would be an awkward fit on most figures.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/McStarscream/starscream.htm More information on McDonald's Starscream at TFU.info]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:SCF Starscream Armada.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Normal and unintentional "currently dying in a Unicron beam" variant.]]
*'''Starscream''' (SCF, 2002)
**''Act'': '''9'''
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:A three-inch tall non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released in the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]''-specific ninth "Act" of Takara's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. The figure came in both full color and metallic silver "pewter" variants, available at an equal ratio one each in every case of twelve [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] figures.

: Care may need to be taken with the pewter variant when moving "joints" or popping parts off the main body. It is distressingly common for pewter SCF figures to have the connection pegs painted as well, which can lead to sticking and tearing of the soft-plastic pegs keeping the figure together. A little shaving of the socket interiors with a thin hobby knife is usually enough to solve this, once the peg has been removed.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
**''ID number:'' 13
**''Accessories:'' Swindle figure, sword

: A five-inch tall non-transforming, highly-articulated PVC figure of Starscream was the thirteenth and final release in Takara's ''Mega Super Colleciton Figure'' series. Like other toys in the line, he came with a few extra pieces, like a separate wing-sword, and a mini-PVC of his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]]. The miracle of universal pegs also allows him to wield weapons belonging to other ''Mega SCF'' figures, most characteristically appropriate being the Star Saber that came with Optimus Prime.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act133/ More information on Mega SCF Starscream at TFKenkon.com]''
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===''Transformers Figure''===
[[File:TFfigure starscream.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)

:A non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released by [[Omron Entertainment]] as part of their simply-named ''[[Transformers Figure]]'' line of gaming arcades prizes, standing around 5" tall. Despite there being a nationwide commercial for the figures, their distribution was poor, and not many arcades actually wound up carrying them.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act127/ More information on Omron PVC figures from TFKenkon.com]
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===''Battle for Cybertron Game''===
[[File:BattleforCybertron starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Transformers: Armada - Battle for Cybertron Game''' (2003)

:A small figurine of Starscream was among the eight Transformers character playing pieces included with the [[Milton Bradley]] ''[[Battle for Cybertron Game|Battle for Cybertron]]'' board game.

::*''[http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6841/transformers-armada-battle-for-cybertron More information on Battle for Cybertron at BoardGameGeek.com]''
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===Bubble Twist===
[[File:BubbleTwist starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
:A small solid-color PVC figurine of Starscream was among the [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] toys available with [[Bubble Twist]] bubble gum, produced by Hasbro's subsidiary [[Cap Candy]] and only available at Toys"R"Us. Like all figures in the series, Starscream was available in red, blue, purple, grey and black.
::*''[http://tformers.com/article.php?sid=2059 More information on Bubble Twist at TFormers.com]''
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===''Attacktix''===
[[File:AttacktixScream.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|He keeps flying in circles for some reason.]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, 2006)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF08
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Rally - 14/26 (54%) success ratio
|cost=10
|speed=6
|attacktype=Shooter (Large Missile)
}}
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: ''[[Attacktix]]'' Starscream is based on his [[#Cybertron_2|''Cybertron'' incarnation]]. His Special Power, ''Rally'', enables a player to return any one of their already-defeated [[Decepticon]] pieces to play. If Starscream's speed wheel reads 8 stop moving him there—you'll be able to move him 2 extra tix next turn and even if he gets shot down his special power is always white when he's on 8 speed.

: A Captain figure Starscream works very well with his own redeco, [[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp]], supporting his ''Infiltration'' power.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/AttacktixStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Attacktix EnergonStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, <s>2007</s>)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF11
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Transform
|cost=30
|speed=4
|attacktype=Shooter (Small Missile)/Flight
}}
{{-}}
: This unreleased Starscream is a missile launching piece based on his [[#EnergonEnergon|"''Energon'' Energon" form's vehicle mode]]. His vehicle form can detach from his base and fly on a string, enabling him to get better shots at opposing pieces, or even airlift allies (or enemies... is that a legal move?). His "Transform" power would probably allow you to bring any Starscream figure into play from your back-ups—making Starscream an even more effective figure when working with Skywarp. But as the toy was never released, we'll never know.

: Several pieces of this mold would also have been used to make [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Attacktix|Generation 1 Skywarp]], who also went unreleased.

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==Notes==
* The feature where Starscream deploys [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]] from his nosecone was directly inspired by the God Phoenix aircraft from the anime ''{{w|Science Ninja Team Gatchaman}}'', which similarly can [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAqrt9iR1G0&t=93s deploy an F1 racecar].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=So no under the nose cone, which is, you know—not even gonna lie—a direct kind of honorific to ''Gatchaman'', you know, where the race car dropped out of the bottom of the Phoenix. So for you old '70s Japanese anime fans out there [...] that is an echo to my childhood love there!|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW7bBZgluQQ&t=3058s|name=Aaron Archer|site=''The Toy Armada''|title=Toy Armada Friday night LIVE: ARMADA STARSCREAM|year=2023|month=06|day=02}}</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Armada Decepticons]]
[[Category:Attacktix]]
[[Category:Built to Rule!]]
[[Category:Energon Decepticons]]
[[Category:Cybertron Decepticons]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Legacy Decepticons]]
[[Category:Legends Decepticons]]
[[Category:Mail order exclusives]]
[[Category:McDonald's exclusives]]
[[Category:Sam's Club exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us Japan exclusives]]

Starscream (Armada)/toys

2024-09-14T20:04:13Z

Mcsquiggles1126:

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[[File:GHC Starscream Scream.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|Admit it, we all had a crush on him when we were eleven.]]

'''Starscream''' has many toys, a testament to the enduring popularity of this [[Unicron Trilogy]] version of the character.

==Toys==
===''Armada''===
[[File:Armada SS toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He's Emo-tastic! (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
[[File:LOTM Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|(''Takara version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (Max-Con Class, 2002)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''MD-02'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2002]] [[December 26]]
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Archer]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' Max-Cons, Starscream transforms into a Cybertronic jet fighter, loaded with electronic sound effects that function in both modes. Pressing down on his cockpit canopy activates a laser-pulse sound effect; his pack-in [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)#Toys|Swindle]] can also snap into place under his nosecone, and pops free with an explosion effect when the canopy is pressed down hard. Pulling back his rearmost Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] plug activates a take-off sound effect, while holding it follows up the sound with an extended engine roar that lasts a few seconds. Placing a Mini-Con on the plug (Swindle is of course sized perfectly to fit into this small space) releases two spring-activated over-shoulder spring-loaded missile launchers, and pulling back on the port with a Mini-Con attached triggers a laser-firing noise that lasts ''just'' long enough to be too long. His robot-mode head pops up automatically during transformation by connecting his waist to his upper torso. His left wing detaches and unfolds to form a large sword for use in robot mode.

: The [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] ''Legend of the Microns'' version of this toy uses a much brighter light gray plastic, and gold paint instead of yellow. He also has more detailed, contiguous paint applications on the wings, and a "separated" Decepticon sigil deco rather than the solid block of purple on the Hasbro version. He's also slightly [[retool]]ed: the nosecone is parallel to the rest of the jet mode, while the Hasbro version was retooled to slope downward [[for safety reasons]], making it "collapse" easier if pressed point-first into, say, your little brother.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Armada'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Armada Thundercracker toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I'm afraid I just blue myself. (''Hasbro Thundercracker pictured for now'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリームS, 2003)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''MD-09'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2003]] September
:*''Accessories:'' Port wing/sword, 2 "fireblast" missiles

: In the Takara ''Legend of the Microns'' line, the Hasbro [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Toys|Thundercracker]] deco (with slight alterations) was released as Starscream's powered-up form, as seen in the ''Armada'' cartoon. "Starscream Super Mode" uses more vivid blue and red plastics, has "separated" Decepticon symbols with white outlines, and has the parallel nosecone like the regular Takara Starscream.

: Similarly, his Mini-Con partner was the powered-up version of Swindle, dubbed "Spark Grid", rather than [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Toys|Zapmaster]].

: You can, of course, use your ''Armada'' Thundercracker toy as "Powerlinx Starscream" if you want. Nobody can stop you.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/Thundercracker/thundercracker.htm More information on Thundercracker/Starscream Supermode at TFU.info]''
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===''Built to Rule!''===
[[File:BTR-toy Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempts to take over [[Block Town]] were less than successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream with Swindle''' (2003)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: ''[[Built to Rule!]]'' Starscream is a building-brick set centered around a "Trans-Skeleton", a generic core that changes from "robot" to vehicle-mode-base and back. His robot and Cyertronic fighter jet modes are built around each of these configurations. He features two missile launchers that use a "twist-block" trigger mechanism for the spring-loaded launchers. He also has a 2x2 "[[Powerlinx]]" plate that can mouth any ''BTR'' vehicle-mode Mini-Con or normal-series Mini-Con, though the grip on the latter is not very good.

: His jet-mode build as depicted in some of the stock photography differs slightly from the mode shown in the set's [[instructions]]. But as it's a building-brick set, do what you like!

: He comes with a building-brick version of [[Swindle (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Swindle]].

: This set was later released in different colors as [[Thundercracker (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Thundercracker]] and [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Built to Rule!|Zapmaster]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Decepticon/BTRStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BTR EnergonStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream's attempt to infiltrate Space Police II was only marginally more successful.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles

: The ''Energon'' version of ''Built to Rule!'' Starscream was designed with a much more solid skeleton with larger, blockier limbs. He can be rebuilt from a Cybertronic jet fighter with pressure-launch missiles, to a robot, to basically whatever you feel like doing with the parts.

: Unfortunately, due to the slow performance of the ''Built to Rule!'' line overall, the ''Energon'' versions only had a limited, test market release initially in and around Cincinnati, Ohio. The sets later filtered out into many "Tuesday Morning" chain discount stores at drastically dropped prices.
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===''Energon''===
[[File:Energon Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream, all spooky.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara Starscream, now with G1 sweetening.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream''' (ナイトスクリーム)
:*''Takara ID number'': '''SD-01'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2003]] [[December 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon sword, energon rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)}}

: Released in "wave 1.5" of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' Combat Class toys (aka Deluxes), Starscream transforms into a jet fighter loosely based upon the F/A-22 Raptor (which would later be used as the alt-mode of [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity#Earth and Ore-13|other two]] [[Starscream (Movie)|Starscreams]]), cast mostly in dark clear-green plastics to emphasize his new "energon ghost" status. The toy also features numerous spots down the right-hand side of the robot mode's front, back, shoulder and wings where Starscream appears only partially-constructed or damaged, along with asymmetrical plastic-color layouts, to further enhance the "half-formed" effect—though [[Aaron Archer]] would later remark that he felt these design cues did not come across properly.

: He comes with two very large accessories, a sword and a non-firing blaster rifle, which can combine to form a ''really'' large sword. He's also armed with two wing-mounted spring-loaded missile launchers, which can flip up over his robot-mode shoulders for his "Hyper Mode".

: Takara's "Nightscream", released in the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)#Takara Super Link toyline|Super Link]]'' product, uses light gray plastics instead of stony-blue, a lighter shade of red paint, and darker blue plastic and paint, hewing his deco closer to his original namesake's.

: This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skyquake (G1)#Timelines|Skyquake]] and [[Leozack#Timelines|Leozack]]. It also served as the model for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnations of [[Hellbat (G1)#Wings Universe|Hellbat]], [[Guyhawk#Wings Universe|Guyhawk]], and [[Hooligan (G2)#Wings Universe|Hooligan]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{EnergonStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon-toy 2-pack Starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Obi-Wan Kenobi|This weapon is your life]], because without it, you are literally useless in both of your modes.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Prowl with Longarm & Starscream with Zapmaster''' (Multi-pack, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Port wing/sword, 2 missiles

: Part of a [[Sam's Club]] [[exclusive]] set, the [[#Armada_2|''Armada'' Starscream toy]] was [[redeco]]ed in primarily dark gray with burgundy and black accents, patterned after the color scheme of his Deluxe ''Energon'' figure. He retains his sound gimmicks from the previous releases of this mold.

: This time around, his Mini-Con partner is [[Zapmaster (Armada)#Energon|Zapmaster]] rather than Swindle.

: The set also includes ''Energon'' [[Prowl (Energon)#VsStarscream|Prowl]] and [[Longarm (Armada)#Energon|Longarm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/SamsStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Sam's Club Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaStarscreamMold}}

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[[File:Energon Energon Starscream Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hasbro Starscream has twice the G1 for half the price.]]
[[File:Superlink Nightscream Reverse Toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Takara "Nightscream" has two scoops of G1 in every toy.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Energon Starscream''' (Combat Class, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''Takara name'': '''Nightscream Reverse''' (ナイトスクリーム{{ruby|R|リバース}})
:*''Takara ID number:'' '''SD-19'''
:*''Takara release date'': [[2004]] [[September 20]]
:*''Accessories'': Sword, rifle, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: Representing Starscream in a powered-up form following his immersion in [[Super Energon]], Hasbro's ''Energon'' Starscream (released in the eighth and final wave of ''Energon'' Combat Class toys) was redecoed into a more [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]]-inspired color scheme, primarily light gray with blue and red accents. Though the sculpted "half-formed" sections remain, the figure's new paint layouts ignore them, sometimes painting directly over the top of them, which coupled with the figure's new lack of translucent plastic seems to suggest that this is a non-ghosty version of the character, though his asymmetrical arm coloration remains due to the use of [[unpaintable plastic]] needed for structural support.

: This toy was first listed in [[Walmart]] computers under the name "[[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp Interceptor]]", perhaps indicating an aborted intent for the toy.

: The Takara "Nightscream Reverse" release of the toy, released in the sixteenth wave of ''Super Link'' product, is a considerably different take on the same general deco concept. Large portions of the toy are cast in clear-blue plastics in the place of some of the solid-gray in the Hasbro version. Black plastic has been replaced with light gray, and many paint details are different. This deco was used for Starscream's powered up appearance in the ''Energon'' cartoon, if you really care to maintain show-accuracy in your collection. It also came with a fluorescent yellow version of ''Energon'' [[Insecticon (Energon)#Toys|Insecticon]]'s [[Energon weapon#Gallery|energon drill weapon]] and Decepticon-style [[Energon star|energon chip]]; the drill lacks the usual paint applications that the Insecticon toys' versions have.

: The Hasbro deco of this figure was used as a reference for the [[#Attacktix|unreleased ''Attacktix'' vehicle-mode Starscream piece]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/EStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Energon'' Energon Starscream at TFU.info]''
{{EnergonStarscreamMold}}
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===''Cybertron''===
[[File:GalaxyForce Starscream toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I am Vegeta, Prince of all Saiya- I mean, I will be leader of all Decepticons!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム, 2004)}}</ul>
:*''ID number:'' '''GD-03'''
:*''Release date'': [[2004]] [[December 28]]
:*''Accessories:'' Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon [[Cyber Key|Force Chip]]
{{toydesigner|[[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Exclusive to [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Galaxy Force]]'' line, this Voyager-sized version of Starscream draws much of its influence from [[Don Figueroa]]'s design for [[Starscream (G1)|Generation 1 Starscream]] in [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s ''[[Transformers: The War Within|The War Within]]'', transforming into a Cybertronic starfighter. In both modes, plugging a [[Cyber Key]] into his back end flips out a spring-loaded blade from each arm. His spring-loaded missile launcher can be used as either a hand-held weapon, or mounted under his jet-mode nosecone. Another port for the weapon can be found behind the rear landing gear, allowing it to be stored horizontally in robot mode, along with a port under each forearm (though these are loose due to being molded across two parts).

: This toy was designed with a [[soundbox]] in mind (even including the requisite speaker and battery brackets when you [[:File:Starscream soundbox.jpg|crack one open]]), but the final version has no electronics. In fact, ''no'' version of this mold would have electronics either.

: Although essentially the "standard" version of ''Cybertron'' Starscream, this figure was not released in the ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' toyline, presumably so it would not interfere with the sales of the much larger (more expensive) Supreme Class Starscream toy (see below). A [[redeco]], however, would be made available later in the line (again [[#VsVector|see below]]).

: This toy was redecoed to create ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Starscream (SG)#Toys|Starscream]] and the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|2008 ''Universe'']] [[Dirge (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Dirge]]. This mold also served as the model for the non-toy [[Skywarp (SG)|''Shattered Glass'' incarnation of Skywarp]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Galaxy Force'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy supreme starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Honeycomb big? Yeah Yeah Yeah! It's not small? No No No!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Supreme Class, [[2005]])}}</ul>
:*''Takara name:'' '''Starscream''' (スタースクリーム)
:*''Takara release date:'' [[2005]] [[August 11]]
:*''Accessories'': Missile, "Crown of Leadership", Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key, Earth Cyber Planet Key
:*''Cyber Key Code'': '''s5a3'''
{{toydesigner|[[Eric Siebenaler]] (Hasbro), [[Shogo Hasui]] (Takara)|[[Don Figueroa]] (concept artist)}}

: Sold in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' Supreme-class toys (yes, there was more than one!), this Starscream is a colossally-upscaled version of Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream toy, with quite a few changes. The most notable is the change in his Cyber Key [[gimmick]]: each arm has a separate Key jack in it rather than the Voyager's single joint-jack. While the right arm still deploys a blade, the left arm now reveals a spring-loaded missile-firing "null laser cannon" with expanding prongs. The original back-mounted Key jack is still present, though it does not activate any gimmicks and merely serves as a Key storage space (a rarity among ''Cybertron'' toys). A second storage-only jack is found on the underside of the same assembly. The two small guns on the sides of his cockpit can swivel up to firing position in robot mode, and he also has several electronic light and sound gimmicks, including one activated by moving his sword-arm. His eyes are, for some strange reason, green.

: He comes with a Decepticon "Crown of Leadership", based on Generation 1 Starscream's crown from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' that fits over his noggin (which, together with his considerable size, has earned him the nickname "King Starscream" among fans.) He is also the only ''Cybertron'' toy to come with ''two'' Cyber Keys, a Decepticon Cybertron Key, and a gold-bordered Earth [[Cyber Planet Key]]. Both Keys have the same [[Cyber Key Codes|Key Code]] [[tampograph]]ed on their backs. The placement of these accessories in the box varies in later releases.

: Supreme Starscream was released in the first wave of ''Cybertron'' toys, long before Starscream was transformed into a giant in the third quarter of the ''Cybertron'' cartoon. [[To sell toys|To sell]] this large, expensive figure at this early stage, a few other toys in the ''Cybertron'' line were changed—predominantly, the standard Voyager-sized Starscream figure went unreleased in Hasbro markets—well, except for the two-pack release listed below.

: Starscream [[scale]]s perfectly with the other toys in the ''Cybertron'' toyline, due to the robot mode [[Scale charts#Cybertron cartoon|scale charts]] for the cartoon being based directly on toy scale. He also scales rather well with fellow Supreme Class figure, [[Primus#Cybertron|Primus]], representing the size-altering power up he received in the episode "[[Titans]]".

: In Japan, this toy was released as a [[Toys"R"Us]]-exclusive as a "[[USA Edition]]", basically unchanged in US packaging with the addition of Japanese stickers.

: This mold was later redecoed to make ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Supreme Starscream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/Starscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Tru2005Cybertronstarscream.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|Thrust? No wait… Ramjet?]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Starscream vs. Vector Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Missile launcher, missile, Cybertron Decepticon Cyber Key

: Takara's Voyager-sized Starscream mold was made available by Hasbro only in a two-pack of Voyager Class toys with an unaltered [[Vector Prime#Toys|Vector Prime]], now sporting a predominantly-burgundy paint job. It retains all the gimmickry of the Takara release, and also retains the ''lack'' of electronic gimmickry.

: The two-pack was exclusive to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores, and was sold for slightly less than the cost of two Voyagers. It was also available widely in Europe in regular stores.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/TRUStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Toys"R"Us Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:CybScream-LOC.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starsqueak. (''Hasbro version pictured'')]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2005)}}</ul>

: A colossally ''downscaled'' and simplified version of the ''Cybertron'' Starscream figure was released as part of the first wave of the ''[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]'' series. He transforms into the same Cybertronic starfighter altmode, and has flip-out weapons based on his Supreme-class toy (one sword, one non-firing blaster).

: In Japan, the toy was sold as part of the ''very'' short-lived ''Galaxy Force'' "[[EZ Collection]]", and given more extensive [[paint operation]]s than the Hasbro version, basically faithfully re-creating the larger toys' paint layouts in this smaller format (which you can see on the clear version of the figure below). The Takara EZ Collection toys were sold on Hasbro ''Cybertron'' cards, but with a Japanese-language ''Galaxy Force''-branded insert in the bubble and a large sticker for Japanese legal information slapped on the back.

: This mold was used to make ''Legends of Cybertron'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Cybertron|Ramjet]], [[Skywarp (Armada)#Cybertron|Skywarp]], and [[Sunstorm (Universe)#Cybertron|Sunstorm]], ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Ramjet (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ramjet]] and [[Thrust (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Thrust]], ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'' [[Starscream (WFC)/toys#War for Cybertron|Starscream]], and [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|''Dark of the Moon'']] [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BeeStarscream|Cybertronian Starscream]]. Phew!

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/LOCStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Legends of Cybertron'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Cybertrontoy clear ez starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''EZ Collection Clear Set''' (Multi-pack, 2005)}}</ul>

: A Japanese exclusive multi-pack of "EZ Collection" Starscream, [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#EZClear|Optimus Prime]] recast the figures using primarily clear plastics; in Starscream's case, both his greys became translucent. A mail-away exclusive to ''[[TV Magazine]]'' in October 2005, the set was limited to 3000 pieces.

::*''[http://plasticcrack.net/archives/2007/07/photo-review-takara-galaxy-force-ez-telemag-exclusive-3pack More information on the EZ Collection multi-pack at PlasticCrack.net]
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generations armada starscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cuz once you got a theory of how the thing works, everybody wants the next thing to be just like the first.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (Deluxe, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''Series / Number'': '''02 / #011'''
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro)}}

:Part of the eighth wave of 2012-onwards ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' "Armada Starscream" is a modern update of the original ''Armada'' Starscream figure. He comes with two "Energon Swords" which he holds via [[5 mm post|5mm post]], and can fold up and store on his wings, as opposed to the wings themselves detaching and forming swords. He has numerous Powerlinx plugs on his forearms and turbines, though they do not activate any features. In place of his spring-loaded cannons, his turbines can each fire a missile in either mode via pressure-launch, and can be positioned in robot mode to either face forward or lay flat on his back.

:While his [[bio]] paints this toy as ''this'' Starscream, [[IDW Publishing]] [[Repurposing|repurposed]] this toy as a new body for [[Starscream (G1)/toys#ArmadaStarscream|Generation 1 Starscream]], debuting it in the [[Dark Dawn: Dark Cybertron Chapter 1|issue]] the figure comes packaged with.

:This mold was heavily [[retool]]ed into ''Generations'' [[Jhiaxus (G2)#Generations|Jhiaxus]], differently retooled into ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Skywarp (Armada)#Timelines|Skywarp]] and ''Timelines'' [[Ramjet (Universe)#Timelines|Ramjet]], and [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' [[Starscream (Armada)#Legends|Armada Starscream Super Mode]]. This mold was also the basis for the non-toy ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' incarnation of [[Eagle Eye (G2)#Wings Universe|Eagle Eye]] and the ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' incarnation of [[Jetstorm (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Jetstorm]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/GenArmadaStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Generations'' Armada Starscream at TFU.info]''
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===''Generations'' (Japan)===
[[File:Generationstoy-TakaraTomy-ArmadaStarscream.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream''' (アルマダスタースクリーム, 2014)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TG33'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2014]] [[March 23]]
:*''Accessories:'' 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles

:The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Armada Starscream, part of the fourteenth wave of Japanese [[Transformers: Generations (Japan)|''Generations'']] toys, features a deco more accurate to his original cartoon appearance, most obviously by casting much of his arms, legs, wings, and launchers stark white. Other changes include use of a darker shade of red plastic and paint, a thoroughly-painted red cockpit, red-painted toes, a black-painted canopy, and a silver face with painted "chinstrap".
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legends''===
[[File:Transformers-Legends-LG18-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Starscream Super Mode''' (アルマダスタースクリームスーパーモード, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''LG18'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2016]] [[January 30]]
:*''Accesories'': 2 Energon Swords, 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Munetaka Abe]] (packaging artist)}}

:A [[redeco]] of the ''Generations'' Starscream figure based on the super mode coloration Starscream had in ''Armada''.

:This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as [[Thundercracker (Armada)|''Armada'' Thundercracker]] in [[Fun Publications]]' [[Armada Volume 5|''Armada'' Volume 5]].
{{GenerationsArmadaStarscreamMold}}
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Voyager-Class-Armada-Starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|The great emo resurgence of 2022 is underway!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Armada Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2022]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Armada Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (アルマダユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-19'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2023]] [[February 25]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]]
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Ittoku Kuwazu]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Armada Universe Starscream" is a mostly faithful recreation of his appearance from the ''Armada'' cartoon. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 18 steps.

: Unlike his original toy, his wing sword (called an ''[[Energon]] Sword'' by the official product description) is a separate, non-converting accessory. The original Hasbro promotional pictures show it fully painted red, but subsequent stock photos from Takara as well as the final product leave it unpainted. Starscream also comes with a simplified [[Star Saber (Armada)#Legacy|Star Saber]] accessory, allowing him to dual-wield swords in robot mode. Like the original ''Armada'' toy, Starscream features turbines that can double over as shoulder cannons. These are unmentioned in the instructions.

: Unlike his fellow "Armada Universe" ''Legacy'' toy, [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Hot Shot]], Starscream doesn't feature any [[Mini-Con]]-compatible [[Powerlinx]] ports.

:Due to a design flaw, on many copies Starscream's thighs are a bit on the loose side and fall off easily when attempting to rotate them. It's also a bit difficult to peg him into his alternate mode.

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[[File:Legacytoy-VoyagerCybertronStarscream.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's a schmedium.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Cybertron Universe Starscream''' (Voyager Class, [[2024]])}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy name'': '''Starscream (Cybertron Universe)''' (スタースクリーム (サイバトロンユニバース))
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-73'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[2024]] [[September 28]]
:*''Accessories'': Blaster, [[Cyber Key]], 2 wings/Null Cannons, 2 tail fins
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref name ="United Stream">[[March 21]], 2024's [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPkQZZ4zasE Hasbro Pulse | Transformers 40th Anniversary Fanstream | March 21, 2024] on YouTube, with [[Ben MacCrae]], [[Mark Maher]] and [[Evan Brooks]].</ref>
: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy United]]'' Voyager Class toys, "Cybertron Universe Starscream" is an updated version of his appearance from the ''Cybertron'' cartoon, featuring a greater range of articulation and a deco based on his show model. He transforms into a cartoon-accurate jet in 26 steps. His butterfly joints, inner shoulders, biceps, and wrists are reused from [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#War_for_Cybertron:_Siege|''Siege'' Starscream]].<ref name = "United Stream"/> His shoulder pads can be hinged out of the way for more shoulder articulation.

: Unlike other contemporary ''Cybertron'' figures from the ''Legacy'' line, such as [[Override (Cybertron)#Legacy|Override]] and [[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Metroplex]], he comes with a [[Cyber Key]] that can be fitted into a slot on his back or in the back of his blaster, though it does not activate any [[gimmick]]. This Cyber Key is ''much'' smaller than the original, and thus isn't backwards compatible. His flip-out "Vertex blades" are now manually flipped out instead of being spring-loaded. His blaster is based on an unused design from his original character sheet.<ref>https://www.tfraw.com/p/galaxy-force-design-sheets.html</ref> The blaster can be stored on the back of his robot mode and the bottom or top of his jet mode.

: His wing null cannons and tail fins are removable and can be placed onto other 5mm ports on his body. He features [[Fire Blast effect]] pegs on his blaster, wing cannons, and non-rotating torso cannons.

:If one wants to make a Super Starscream with the crown from the ''Studio Series 86'' [[Starscream_(G1)/toys#Studio_Series|Coronation Starscream]], take note that the accessory ''very loosely'' fits onto Cybetron Starscream's head.

::*''[https://www.instagram.com/p/C5hL6o4MjiO/ Designer commentary on Cybertron Universe Starscream from Mark Maher on Instagram]''

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[[File:TF-Legacy-Takara-Starscream-Super-Mode.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|We put a picture of the ''Legends'' one here just to see if you'd notice.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Starscream Super Mode''' (スタースクリーム {{ruby|S|スーパーモード}}, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''TL-EX'''
:*''Release date:'' [[2024]] [[September 13]]
:*''Accessories'': Energon Sword, Star Saber, [[Fire Blast effect]]s

:Released exclusively at the 40th Anniversary Transformers Expo 2024 in Tokyo, Japan, Starscream Super Mode is a redeco of [[#Legacy|Armada Universe Starscream]] based on the [[#JapaneseSuper|original Starscream Super Mode]] toy but in colors more accurate to the ''Armada'' cartoon.

:In addition to the Energon Sword and Star Saber accessories, Starscream Super Mode comes with Fire Blast effects to allow buyers to recreate [[scenes| https://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/images2/b/b3/IMG_7554.jpeg]] in which he fires his [[Null-ray|null ray cannons]].

:Starscream Super Mode is the first ''Legacy'' toy exclusive to TakaraTomy markets.
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==Merchandise==
===Happy Meal toy===
{{anchor|McDonalds}}[[File:Armadatoy mcdonalds starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
: Part of the McDonald's ''Armada'' promotion, this version of Starscream is based on his larger toy and features a pull-back motor gimmick that propels his jet-mode forward, then leaps up to instantly convert to robot mode, like the [[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]] [[Jumpstarter]]s.

:In jet mode, he has ''two'' Mini-Con ports molded into his underside which allows him to combine with the other three Happy Meal Decepticons to form a goofy-looking [[Mighty Vehicle]]. The ports can also be used to access Mini-Con gimmicks on mainline ''Armada'' toys, but given his size and weight, it would be an awkward fit on most figures.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/McStarscream/starscream.htm More information on McDonald's Starscream at TFU.info]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:SCF Starscream Armada.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Normal and unintentional "currently dying in a Unicron beam" variant.]]
*'''Starscream''' (SCF, 2002)
**''Act'': '''9'''
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:A three-inch tall non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released in the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]''-specific ninth "Act" of Takara's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. The figure came in both full color and metallic silver "pewter" variants, available at an equal ratio one each in every case of twelve [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] figures.

: Care may need to be taken with the pewter variant when moving "joints" or popping parts off the main body. It is distressingly common for pewter SCF figures to have the connection pegs painted as well, which can lead to sticking and tearing of the soft-plastic pegs keeping the figure together. A little shaving of the socket interiors with a thin hobby knife is usually enough to solve this, once the peg has been removed.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
**''ID number:'' 13
**''Accessories:'' Swindle figure, sword

: A five-inch tall non-transforming, highly-articulated PVC figure of Starscream was the thirteenth and final release in Takara's ''Mega Super Colleciton Figure'' series. Like other toys in the line, he came with a few extra pieces, like a separate wing-sword, and a mini-PVC of his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]]. The miracle of universal pegs also allows him to wield weapons belonging to other ''Mega SCF'' figures, most characteristically appropriate being the Star Saber that came with Optimus Prime.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act133/ More information on Mega SCF Starscream at TFKenkon.com]''
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===''Transformers Figure''===
[[File:TFfigure starscream.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)

:A non-transforming PVC figurine of Starscream was released by [[Omron Entertainment]] as part of their simply-named ''[[Transformers Figure]]'' line of gaming arcades prizes, standing around 5" tall. Despite there being a nationwide commercial for the figures, their distribution was poor, and not many arcades actually wound up carrying them.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/part6/act127/ More information on Omron PVC figures from TFKenkon.com]
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===''Battle for Cybertron Game''===
[[File:BattleforCybertron starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Transformers: Armada - Battle for Cybertron Game''' (2003)

:A small figurine of Starscream was among the eight Transformers character playing pieces included with the [[Milton Bradley]] ''[[Battle for Cybertron Game|Battle for Cybertron]]'' board game.

::*''[http://boardgamegeek.com/boardgame/6841/transformers-armada-battle-for-cybertron More information on Battle for Cybertron at BoardGameGeek.com]''
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===Bubble Twist===
[[File:BubbleTwist starscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Starscream''' (2003)
:A small solid-color PVC figurine of Starscream was among the [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] toys available with [[Bubble Twist]] bubble gum, produced by Hasbro's subsidiary [[Cap Candy]] and only available at Toys"R"Us. Like all figures in the series, Starscream was available in red, blue, purple, grey and black.
::*''[http://tformers.com/article.php?sid=2059 More information on Bubble Twist at TFormers.com]''
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===''Attacktix''===
[[File:AttacktixScream.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|He keeps flying in circles for some reason.]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, 2006)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF08
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Rally - 14/26 (54%) success ratio
|cost=10
|speed=6
|attacktype=Shooter (Large Missile)
}}
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: ''[[Attacktix]]'' Starscream is based on his [[#Cybertron_2|''Cybertron'' incarnation]]. His Special Power, ''Rally'', enables a player to return any one of their already-defeated [[Decepticon]] pieces to play. If Starscream's speed wheel reads 8 stop moving him there—you'll be able to move him 2 extra tix next turn and even if he gets shot down his special power is always white when he's on 8 speed.

: A Captain figure Starscream works very well with his own redeco, [[Skywarp (Armada)|Skywarp]], supporting his ''Infiltration'' power.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/AttacktixStarscream/starscream.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Starscream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Attacktix EnergonStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Starscream''' (Booster, <s>2007</s>)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF11
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Captain
|special=Transform
|cost=30
|speed=4
|attacktype=Shooter (Small Missile)/Flight
}}
{{-}}
: This unreleased Starscream is a missile launching piece based on his [[#EnergonEnergon|"''Energon'' Energon" form's vehicle mode]]. His vehicle form can detach from his base and fly on a string, enabling him to get better shots at opposing pieces, or even airlift allies (or enemies... is that a legal move?). His "Transform" power would probably allow you to bring any Starscream figure into play from your back-ups—making Starscream an even more effective figure when working with Skywarp. But as the toy was never released, we'll never know.

: Several pieces of this mold would also have been used to make [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Attacktix|Generation 1 Skywarp]], who also went unreleased.

{{canceledattacktix}}
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==Notes==
* The feature where Starscream deploys [[Swindle (Armada)|Swindle]] from his nosecone was directly inspired by the God Phoenix aircraft from the anime ''{{w|Science Ninja Team Gatchaman}}'', which similarly can [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WAqrt9iR1G0&t=93s deploy an F1 racecar].<ref>{{citesocial|quote=So no under the nose cone, which is, you know—not even gonna lie—a direct kind of honorific to ''Gatchaman'', you know, where the race car dropped out of the bottom of the Phoenix. So for you old '70s Japanese anime fans out there [...] that is an echo to my childhood love there!|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fW7bBZgluQQ&t=3058s|name=Aaron Archer|site=''The Toy Armada''|title=Toy Armada Friday night LIVE: ARMADA STARSCREAM|year=2023|month=06|day=02}}</ref>

==References==
{{reflist}}

[[Category:Armada Decepticons]]
[[Category:Attacktix]]
[[Category:Built to Rule!]]
[[Category:Energon Decepticons]]
[[Category:Cybertron Decepticons]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Legacy Decepticons]]
[[Category:Legends Decepticons]]
[[Category:Mail order exclusives]]
[[Category:McDonald's exclusives]]
[[Category:Sam's Club exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us Japan exclusives]]

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