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Power booster rod

2026-02-17T14:19:33Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Marvel Comics continuity */ Pluralised 'autobots'

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[[File:Powerboosterrod.jpg|upright=0.8|thumb|Let's hope the Autobots can all read English.]]
As long as the '''power booster rod''' is clamped to the lever within the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] which activates the Ark's defenses, any [[Autobot]] can flip the lever by remote control. This is possible partly due to the amazing abilities of the power booster rod itself—whoever wields it can use it to lift heavy objects with ease.

So don't steal it, okay?

==Fiction==
===Marvel Comics continuity===
When the small-time car thief, the [[Mechanic (G1)|Mechanic]], followed [[Ratchet (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ratchet]] back to the Ark in search of weapons to steal, he found the power booster rod while all of the rest of the Autobots were outside the Ark attending [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s funeral.

[[File:Powerboosterrodbonk.jpg|left|upright=1.66|thumb|The Mechanic throws a wrench in the works, trunk-ating their plans, and really bowling them over.]]
When they began to return, the Mechanic swiped the power booster rod while the defenses were switched on, forcing the Autobots to fight their way into their own base. The Mechanic was able to flee with the power booster rod in tow. {{storylink|Funeral for a Friend!}}

With the power booster rod and the other technologies he stole, the Mechanic was able to
steal whatever he wanted, no matter the size, with ease. Enraged that a [[human]] had bested them, [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]] sent [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Goldbug]] to hunt down the Mechanic and take back the goods stolen from them. Though the two Autobots were able to put an end to the Mechanic's scheme to sell advanced armaments to gangsters, the Mechanic escaped (again) with everything he'd stolen, including the power booster rod. {{storylink|Mechanical Difficulties!}}

===2005 IDW continuity===
[[Primal Vanguard]] leader [[Delta Magnus]] once used a power booster rod to trick the [[Nebulan]]s into believing he was a god. This story made that particular rod ''very'' interesting to [[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]], who procured it and added it to his collection of Vanguard memorabilia. {{storylink|Shadowplay (Conclusion): An Intimate Beheading|An Intimate Beheading}}

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Deathsaurus (G1)

2026-02-03T18:17:27Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Super Collection Figure */ One extra 'R'.

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:''Deathsaurus is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (franchise)|Victory portion]] of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

[[File:Deathsaurus1.jpg|325px|thumb|Spell it right or you're kickbanned, buster.]]

'''Deathsaurus''' (デスザラス ''Desuzarasu'')<ref>Also known as '''Deszaras''', '''Dezarus''', and '''Dessaras''', among others. Listen, it's [[Deathsaurus (G1)#Name|a whole thing]].</ref> began terrorizing the universe long before ascending to the position of Decepticon [[Emperor of Destruction]]. For thousands of years, this savage and cruel dictator has spread terror throughout the universe, and has now set his sights upon the Earth as a source of energy to power his terrifying superweapon, the [[Planet-Destroying Fortress]]. And if [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]] should get in his way, so much the better: Deathsaurus bears the Autobot [[Supreme Commander]] a bitter grudge, and relishes any opportunity to destroy him that presents itself.

Deathsaurus is a [[Breastforce]] warrior, partnered with two transforming chestplates that become the [[Breast Animal]]s [[Tigerbreast]] and [[Eaglebreast]]. He wields a deadly spiked flail, and the [[Living-Metal-Destroying Cannon]], which erodes the living metallic cells of super-robot lifeforms. The bladed wings of his creature mode absorb sunlight, converting it into dark energy, and he can then launch these energized blades at his opponents in an attack known as his "Death Wing". Despite all of these terrifying powers, however, Deathsaurus is a surprisingly "hands off" leader, who is perfectly happy to allow his subordinates to formulate their own plans and schemes to gather energy for him—but if they should fail, he'll always be there to berate and brutalize them. Even when the plans are his own, Deathsaurus is content to watch and command from a distance, rather than dirty his own hands—but he'll rarely waste a chance to engage Star Saber on the battlefield, and if that occurs, woe betide anyone who gets in Deathsaurus's way.

Not without a soft side, Deathsaurus permits himself one distinctive, unusual foible: although he despises most humans, he has a surprising soft spot for children. He is also husband to [[Esmeral (G1)|Esmeral]], who resides in the Planet-Destroying Fortress.

{{bigquote|I will not forgive this, Star Saber! I swear! I swear I will crush you with my bare hands! I swear, you worm! With my bare hands!|Deathsaurus|"[[Resurrection!? The Decepticon Fortress]]"}}

==Fiction==
===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''Super-God Masterforce'' cartoon====
Clips of Deathsaurus were seen when [[Shūta Gō|Shūta]] and [[Grand Maximus]] were talking about the new [[Supreme Commander]] [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink |Shūta and Grand's Masterforce Super-Secrets!}}

====''Victory'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Takeshi Aono]] (Japanese)|[[Rik Thomas]] (English, Omni Productions dub), [[Víctor Mares]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Mikhail Chernyak]] (Russian)}}

[[File:Deathsaurus fortress.jpg|left|thumb|By the power of Grayskull!]]

500,000 years ago, striving to become the Decepticons' new Emperor of Destruction, Deathsaurus created a gigantic battle fortress capable of destroying planets, but an attack by the young Autobot commander Star Saber saw the fortress de-powered and trapped in a gravity cell at the heart of the region of space known as [[Dark Nebula]]. This began the enmity between Star Saber and Deathsaurus, and as both combatants rose through the ranks of their respective armies, Deathsaurus vowed to eventually liberate his fortress and use it to destroy Star Saber. {{storylink|Resurrection!? The Decepticon Fortress}}

[[File:Deszaras Victory Intro.jpg|thumb|Form Blazing Sword!]]

Some years prior to 2025, after the conclusion of the [[Masterforce War]] on Earth, Deathsaurus succeeded [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] as Decepticon leader and achieved his dream of becoming Emperor of Destruction. {{storylink|#Toys|Deathsaurus's ''Victory'' toy bio}} Under his command, the Decepticons began seeking a planet that they could call their own and invaded worlds all across the universe. To counteract Deathsaurus's campaign of terror, the Autobots—now with Star Saber serving as their Supreme Commander—and many other sentient races formed the [[Universal Peace Alliance]], and struck back at the Decepticons with their [[Universal Peace Alliance|Universal Defense Force]]. As time passed and this conflict continued, Deathsaurus began focusing his attacks on "Sector One" of the universe, containing the planet Earth, until 2025, when the severity and frequency of the attacks forced Star Saber to take command of the Defense Force unit in that area himself. {{storylink|The Brave Hero of the Universe - Star Saber}}

When Deathsaurus's [[Dinoforce]] attacked the [[Lunar Base (Victory)|Lunar Base]] on Earth's [[Moon (moon)|moon]], Star Saber raced to aid his fellow [[Brainmaster]]s in battle there, only to find his way barred by Deathsaurus. Hoping to distract Star Saber long enough for the Dinoforce to finish their job, Deathsaurus engaged his old foe in battle, but Star Saber broke off the fight as quickly as he could and headed on toward the moon with Deathsaurus hot on his heels. After Star Saber defeated the Dinoforce, Deathsaurus caught up to him and unleashed his Breast Animals upon the Autobot in both beast and weapon forms. Star Saber eventually won out, defeating both the creatures and besting Deathsaurus in a swordfight, forcing the Decepticon leader to summon up his craft, the ''[[Thunder Arrow]],'' and flee aboard it. {{storylink|The Brave Hero of the Universe - Star Saber}}

[[File:Deathsaurus throne.jpg|thumb|left|THRONE'D!]]

Recognizing the Earth as a rich source of energy that he could use to power up his Planet-Destroying Fortress, Deathsaurus centered most of his subsequent attacks on the planet, summoning the Breastforce to aid in the campaign. {{storylink|Sneak Attack! Dinoking}} {{storylink|Attack! Leozack}} {{storylink|Unite!! Multiforce}} Deathsaurus was entirely aware of the fact that the Breastforce's leader [[Leozack]] had designs on leadership of the Decepticons for himself, {{storylink|Move Out! Rescue Team}} but he was amused enough by it to let him slide by, allowing Leozack to believe that he was oblivious to his schemes. Residing on the Thunder Arrow as it hopscotched around the planet and solar system, Deathsaurus was content to watch as his troops staged numerous attacks on Earth. {{storylink|Infiltration... The Uranium Mine}} {{storylink|Explosion!! The Energy Base}}

[[File:Deathsaurus beastmode.jpg|thumb|Not to be confused with the [[w:Robot Chicken|Adult Swim]] show of the same name.]]

Deathsaurus finally decided to join his troops on a mission when the Decepticon began draining electrical energy from an American subway system. While the Breastforce snuck through the subway tunnels, Deathsaurus himself targeted the power distribution center, where he was confronted by Star Saber. The true cunning of Deathsaurus's scheme was revealed when he let loose his Breast Animals, and Star Saber proved no match for the creatures in the small confines of the underground complex. Unfortunately for Deathsaurus, he had overlooked the fact that with both Breast Animals deployed, his own chest was left unprotected, leaving it open to an attack from Star Saber's Saber Blade. Wounded, Deathsaurus recalled his Breast Animals and fled, but not without successfully taking the energy he had managed to steal beforehand. {{storylink|Big City - Underground Terror}}

When the Breastforce were joined by [[Hellbat (G1)|Hellbat]], the newcomer also adopted designs on the Decepticon throne. {{storylink|The New Warrior - Hellbat}} Deathsaurus was even less concerned with Hellbat's ambitions than he was with Leozack's, though, since the two would-be traitors were always too busy fighting with each other to pose a serious threat to him. In their constant games of one-upmanship, Leozack and Hellbat crafted numerous failed schemes of their own, eventually forcing Deathsaurus to step in and give his minions a mission of his own devising. Deathsaurus had the Decepticons hide in the asteroid belt and capture human shuttlecraft in order to use drain their energy and use them to create an energy alloy. Star Saber soon got wise to the villains' evildoings and arrived to put a stop to them, but again, Deathsaurus successfully escaped with his amassed energy. {{storylink|A Fierce Battle!! The Asteroid}}

[[File:Starsaber living metal destroying cannon.jpg|left|thumb|Say hello to my little friend...]]

While the Breastforce were busy on planet [[Micro]], Deathsaurus and the Dinoforce took the Thunder Arrow into the Dark Nebula, where Deathsaurus emptied his stockpile of energy into his inactive fortress. The giant structure briefly flared back to life, but soon shut down once more; Deathsaurus was unfazed, having only sought to confirm whether or not the fortress could even be reactivated. On the trip back to Earth, the Decepticons crossed paths with Star Saber and the [[Rescue Patrol Team]], and Deathsaurus engaged Star Saber in battle with his Living-Metal-Destroying Cannon. Although Deathsaurus was actually able to pull the trigger on what would have been a fatal blast, he discovered that he had expended too much of his energy supply reactivating his fortress, and his weapons systems shut down before he could end Star Saber's life, necessitating his tactical withdrawal. {{storylink|Resurrection!? The Decepticon Fortress}}

[[File:Deathsaurus vs leozack.jpg|thumb|Tell me, what was the color of Napoleon's White horse?]]

Deathsaurus next clashed with Star Saber in Antarctica, only stepping onto the battlefield after the Breastforce, combined as [[Liokaiser]], had severely weakened Star Saber. Deathsaurus took over the fight, intent on being the one to deliver the final blow, but Star Saber was able to turn the battle around, and forced Deathsaurus into retreat. {{storylink|Fight to the Death!! Antarctic Battle}} In a later battle atop the Thunder Arrow, deep in the desert, Star Saber again humbled Deathsaurus, this time with the aid of [[Sixshot (G1)|Greatshot]], but the fight left both the Supreme Commander and [[Blacker]] badly wounded. {{storylink|Crisis! Ambush in the Desert}} Capitalizing on the Autobots' reduced manpower, Deathsaurus stepped up the Decepticons' attacks across the planet, and removed another annoyance by finally calling Leozack out on his treachery. Easily besting the traitorous Breastforcer in combat, Deathsaurus forced him to swear total loyalty to him, or face death. Leozack made the logical choice, and then, combined with his fellow Breastforcers as Liokaiser, joined with his leader in staging an ambush for Star Saber in a subterranean cave in Asia. Disguising himself as a Terracotta Army-esque statue, Deathsaurus was able to get the drop on Star Saber when Liokaiser lured him into the cave, and again unleashed the Living-Metal-Destroying Cannon on his enemy. Once more, Deathsaurus stood poised to kill Star Saber with the weapon, until the last-minute arrival of [[Ginrai (robot)|God Ginrai]], who took the fatal shot. Liokaiser had to persuade the incensed Deathsaurus to retreat as more Autobots arrived, {{storylink|A Deadly Battle}} but the Decepticon leader soon clashed with Star Saber once more in a later battle at a solar power station. Deathsaurus emerged victorious in that fight when Star Saber was forced to flee upon receiving news of Ginrai's deteriorating condition. {{storylink|Ginrai Dies!!}} Ginrai's life was saved, however, when he was rebuilt into the powerful new warror, Victory Leo. {{storylink|Fight!! Victory Leo}}

Next, Deathsaurus began bombarding the Earth with missiles from an orbital weapons platform, as a means of staying the Autobots' hands while his forces gathered energy across the planet. Star Saber and Victory Leo were able to thwart his plan by combining into the mighty Victory Saber; Deathsaurus's missile launch system had been programmed based on Star Saber's speed, but with the added power of Victory Leo, the Autobot hero was able to outrace the missiles, destroy the launcher and defeat Deathsaurus in an outer space battle. {{storylink|The Tide Is Turned! The Ultimate Weapon, the Victory Unification}}

[[File:Victory37 finalblow.jpg|thumb|left|Who says robots don't bleed?]]

Following an attempt to destroy the Autobots with the metal-eating [[Doriya]] insects, {{storylink|The Death-Bringing Space Insects!!}} Deathsaurus was informed by Hellbat that he had discovered the location of the sunken continent of [[Atlantis]], which could provide the raw energy to reactivate his fortress. Deathsaurus risked all or nothing to obtain Atlantis's energy, using up the Thunder Arrow's entire energy stockpile to raise the continent, but the plan proved a success, as the Autobots were too busy dealing with the devastating tidal waves caused by the rise of Atlantis to stop him from absconding with enough energy to bring his fortress back online. {{storylink|The Terror of the Giant Tidal Waves}} Having no further use for the bumbling Dinoforce, Deathsaurus abandoned them on Earth and headed back to the Dark Nebula with the Breastforce, where he successfully re-energized his fortress and began moving it towards Earth. {{storylink|The Wrath of the Resurrected Giant Fortress!}}

[[File:Victory37 deadsaurus.jpg|thumb|With my last breath, I curse Zoidberg!]]

Intent on learning from the failures of all past Decepticon leaders, Deathsaurus chose not to conquer Earth, but to utterly destroy the planet, eradicting from Decepticon history the humiliating stain of defeat the planet represented. As the fortress rained destruction down upon Earth with meteor bombs, even Victory Saber could not stand up to its power. Soon, however, a resentful Dinoforce supplied information on the fortress's weak spot to Star Saber's adopted human son, [[Jan Minakaze|Jan]], who then used his own [[Illumina II|personal mech]] to enter the fortress and strike at this vulnerability. As he did so, Deathsaurus and Star Saber engaged in a vicious final battle, during which Deathsaurus lost an eye, and was eventually stopped when Star Saber broke his sword off in the villain's chest. Gushing fuel and fluid, Deathsaurus vowed to have the last laugh as he set the crippled fortress on a collision course with Earth and blew himself out an airlock, vowing to return again and again. But, as his body drifted off into space, no sign of life was visible from the conquered emperor. Victory Saber was able to subsequently destroy the fortress before it collided with Earth, but Deathsaurus was not heard from again. {{storylink|Showdown! The Fortress vs the Victory Unification}}

{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Attack the Shuttle Base!!}} {{storylink|Tanker Hijack Operation}} {{storylink|Rescue Jan!!}} {{storylink|Unite! Liokaiser}} {{storylink|Battle Up of Wrath!!}} {{storylink|Jan - Defend the Campus!!}} {{storylink|A Mystery?! The Deception of the Base Bombs}}}}

====''Zone'' catalog====
[[File:DarkEmperorDeathsaurusZone01.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|What is it with Decepticon emperors and their absurd weapons?]]

Through means unknown, Deathsaurus was resurrected as the "[[Emperor of Destruction|Dark Emperor]]" and once again lead the Decepticons in an attack on the Autobots. This time, it was a full-on assault on planet [[Micro|Zone]] in an attempt to seize the Micro Zone's [[Energon Z]]. The [[Micromaster]]s repelled his attack and sent Deathsaurus into retreat. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (story page)#Catalogue story page 1|Zone Project Story}}

===''Victory'' comic===
[[File:MangaYoungDeathyStarSaber.jpg|left|thumb|"Come back here and help me put some sense in this image!"]]
Deathsaurus and Star Saber's rivalry began 500,000 years ago when they were both children, and according to Star Saber, "argued all the time". {{storylink|Star of Friendship, Jan and Star Saber!}} In his "adult" years, Deathsaurus took [[Esmeral (G1)|Esmeral]] as his wife, and in order to keep both her and the families of his fellow Decepticons safe aboard his "Space Stronghold", Deathsaurus began attacking Earth, in order to obtain the planet's energy and use it to keep the stronghold fully powered-up. {{storylink|The Grand Victory War}}

During one of his early attacks on Earth, Deathsaurus took pity on an infant human named [[Solon Kitakaze (G1)|Solon Kitakaze]], whose parents had died in the assault. Deathsaurus "adopted" Solon and turned him into a cyborg, raising him as his own son, just as Star Saber did with the human child Jan Minakaze. As Star Saber and Deathsaurus had been rivals in their youth, so too would Solon and Jan become rivals when, in 2025, Deathsaurus's campaign against Earth intensified.

Deathsaurus and Star Saber's first major battle in this campaign was a brief one, with Deathsaurus being felled by a single swipe of Star Saber's Saber Blade, {{storylink|So Cool! Our Ally, Star Saber!}} but the Emperor of Destruction had a better showing in their next clash, during which he absorbed enough energy from a forest fire to best Star Saber, Road Caesar and Landcross all together. Deathsaurus's unusual compassion for children proved to be his downfall in this battle when he was distracted by the sight of Solon, gripping Jan in a hold that threatened the boy's life. While Deathsaurus's attention was occupied with striking Solon as punishment, Star Saber blindsided and defeated him with a Super Saber Meteor Spin. {{storylink|Great Reversal! Star Saber}}

Deathsaurus later sent Solon to study in school on Earth, in order to learn more about humans, thereby making it easier to conquer them. {{storylink|Leozack's Rampage!}} While Solon was on Earth, he and Jan were approached by former Autobot human allies [[Shūta Gō]] and [[Cab (human)|Cab]], {{storylink|Star Saber, Warrior of Love!}} and with Jan, they formed the "Autobot Boy Team" known as the [[Victories]]. Seeking to counter this group with a team of his own, Deathsaurus had [[Yokuryu]] capture Jan and bring him to the ''Thunder Arrow'', where he attempted to bribe the boy into joining the Decepticons' group with toys, a [[Family Computer|Famicom]], candy and cash. When an enraged Star Saber soon came tearing into the ''Thunder Arrow'', Deathsaurus crossed swords with the Autobot leader, but was then distracted by Jan distracting who exploited the Decepticon's bizarre fear of caterpillars by dangling one in his face. The cowering Deathsaurus was promptly bested in dramatically explosive fashion by Star Saber's "Planetary Impulse Sword" technique, and realised with hindsight that Solon was the only kid he needed. {{storylink|Danger, Jan! Hurry, Star Saber!}} Deathsaurus was apparently left so badly injured by this clash that he couldn't participate in the next battle, given that he was only seen lying in bed, coughing, with Solon resting a giant ice-pack on his head. {{storylink|Star of Friendship, Jan and Star Saber!}}

[[File:Kingsaurus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2|The mighty Kingsaurus. Mighty.]]

Rested and healthy again, Deathsaurus joined with [[Dinoking]] and Liokaiser in going up against Star Saber together, and perhaps not entirely surprisingly, the badly outnumbered Autobot was defeated by the three Decepticons. Before they could deliver the killing stroke, however, Star Saber was saved by the sudden arrival of Victory Leo, with whom he combined to form Victory Saber. The merged pair defeated the trio of Decepticons in one blast of their "Flash Victory" attack. {{storylink|The Strongest Pair, the Combination of Victory!}} Deathsaurus immediately sought out away to combat Star Saber's new power, and developed a Transformer-sized mech for Solon named "King Solon," with which he could combine to form "Kingsaurus". In this new form, Deathsaurus battled Victory Saber on the planet [[Guard (planet)|Guard]], with neither combatant getting the upper hand in over three hours of fighting. When [[Patty Minakaze]]'s mentioned the word "mother", however, something of Solon's past was stirred in the boy's mind, and he was distracted long enough for Victory Saber to destroy the King Solon mech components with his Victory. The burning Solon tumbled to the ground, where Patty tended his wounds despite his protestations. Perhaps wary of Solon's confused emotional state, Deathsaurus reminded him that while he was a human child, he was a Decepticon's son by fate. {{storylink|Victory Saber Is Strong!}}

[[File:Starsaber deathsaurus truce.jpg|left|thumb|"The childhood friendship thing made no sense at all, yeah?"]]

As it turned out, Deathsaurus was right to be wary—in the midst of a later battle with Star Saber and Road Caesar, Solon turned against Deathsaurus and sided with the Victories, opening fire on his "father" and declaring that he would fight to protect the Earth, instead of destroy it. Now with Solon on their side, the Victories were able to channel their power into the Autobots, and the Decepticons were sent fleeing by the "Five Stars of Victory" attack. {{storylink|Shine, Five Stars of Victory}} Deathsaurus led the Decepticons back to the Space Stronghold and began bombarding the Earth with meteor bombs, prompting the Autobots to attack it. Deathsaurus left the Breastforce to man the fortress while he engaged Star Saber in a final battle in the void of space, but had not reckoned with the treachery of Leozack, who fired on his emperor with the fortress's main cannon. To save himself, Deathsaurus was forced to return fire on the fortress, and Star Saber followed suite, smashing into the fortress's control chamber and taking Leozack down. As Leozack begged the Autobots not to destroy the fortress, the wounded Deathsaurus arrived and revealed to the Autobots the presence of the Decepticons' families aboard the vessel. After his wife, Esmeral, explained to the Autobots that the Decepticons had only done what they had in the name of their families' safety, Star Saber decided that it was time for the two leaders to follow the example set by their sons and lay down their arms. Deathsaurus and Star Saber shook hands, and the [[Victory War]] came to an end, bringing peace to everyone—the truest victory of all! {{storylink|The Grand Victory War}}
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===''PDTF Comic''===
[[File:PDType Deathsaurus blackball.jpg|thumb]]
Out of ammo, the Autobots started throwing things at Deathsaurus, including a [[black ball]]! Gloating, Deathsaurus began to plan his conquest of the universe, only to become so annoyed at the rocks bouncing off his head that in frustration he threw the Blackball at the Autobots. {{storylink|PDTF Comic##4 "Good Job! Deathsaurus!!"|Good Job! Deathsaurus!!}} Right when Star Saber was ready to finish him, Deathsaurus brought in Liokaiser. The two Decepticons were soon hunting for their enemy as he frantically tried to contact Victory Leo. {{storylink|PDTF Comic##5 "Don't Lose! Star Saber!!"|Don't Lose! Star Saber!!}}

Deathsaurus and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] were pounced on by Victory Leo until Megatron was able to distract the lion with a huge ball of yarn, allowing the Decepticons to escape. {{storylink|PDTF Comic##6 "Tough as Nails! Victory Leo!"|Tough as Nails! Victory Leo!}} After a lengthy mid-air battle with Star Saber, Deathsaurus fell from the sky and ended up with [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] chewing on his head. {{storylink|PDTF Comic##8 "Me Strongest! Me Grimlock!"|Me Strongest! Me Grimlock!}}

===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:Deathsaurus dreamwave.jpg|thumb|125px|left|Polish Me!]]
Deathsaurus was an [[Destron (G1)|ancient Transformer]] from Cybertron's lost past. While searching for clues about the planet's history, Megatron stumbled across a hidden chamber beneath the planet's surface containing two massive statues of Deathsaurus and [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]], holding a [[Golden Disk (ancient)|golden disk]] between them. This chamber apparently told of a vast Cybertronian Empire that ended prior to recorded history. {{storylink|The Route of All Evil}}

===''Timelines''===
[[File:Deathsaurustimelines.jpg|thumb|upright=1.2]]
Deathsaurus once held the fearsome title of "[[Emperor of Destruction]]". {{storylink|Deathsaurus (G1)#Timelines 2|BotCon 2005 Deathsaurus toy bio}} Towards the end of the Great War, the [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] [[Cryotek (RID)|Cryotek]] worked under Deathsaurus as a supply manager. When the final defeat of the Decepticons at last came, Cryotek led his fellow Predacon workers in a rebellion against Decepticon overcaste, and used the materials he stole from his depot to begin his own criminal empire. {{storylink|Transformers Collectors' Club|Cryotek's "Theft of the Golden Disk" profile}} Deathsaurus, meanwhile, met his end at the hands of the Autobot Star Saber.

Centuries later, Deathsaurus was resurrected to serve as a general in a Decepticon army working alongside the Predacons in a [[Decepticon/Predacon Alliance]]. However, despite Deathsaurus leading several successful campaigns, the more united Autobot/Maximal forces eventually overwhelmed the Decepticon/Predacon Alliance, leaving Deathsaurus a frustrated ex-general. {{storylink|Deathsaurus (G1)#Timelines 2|BotCon 2005 Deathsaurus toy bio}}

Some years later, using a clone lab on [[Ceti Alpha Seven]], Deathsaurus wished to revive the long-gone [[Decepticon Empire]] with a vast [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] army. After the first batch of [[Virulent Clone|clones]] was completed, his operation was interrupted by a team of [[Autobot]] commandos under the command of [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]]. Deathsaurus overpowered and captured the first wave himself, and soon faced Ironhide one-on-one, while [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] attempted to rescue the fallen Autobots. Due to the assistance of Tripredacus Agent [[Flamewar (G1)|Flamewar]], these two were defeated and captured as well.

They woke up bound inside Deathsaurus's clone lab. The Emperor of Destruction appeared on a television screen, declaring that his use for the lab was completed and was prepared to detonate it remotely with the Autobots inside. Unfortunately for Deathsaurus, the Autobot espionage agent [[Ricochet (Timelines)|Ricochet]] not only freed the Autobots before the explosion occurred, but also seeded the remaining clones with a virus, leaving Deathsaurus with nothing to show for his work. {{storylink|Descent into Evil}} Some time afterward, Flamewar was seemingly captured by two Maximals and an Autobot, who tried to intimidate her into assassinating Deathsaurus. But despite her dislike of Deathsaurus, Flamewar refused. This all turned out to be a ruse anyway, with Flamewar's captors revealed to be three disguised Predacons merely testing her loyalty. {{storylink|Intimidation Game}}

===''Wings Universe''===
Deathsaurus's origins are unknown, but he quickly rose within the ranks of the Decepticons after the uprisings began. He established himself as one of the fourteen leading [[Decepticon Warlord|Warlord]]s in the Decepticon cause and gathered a small inner circle of followers including [[Falcon (G1)|Falcon]], [[Vanquish]], and [[Lyzack (G1)|Lyzack]]. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 34|Deathsaurus's profile in Club magazine #34}} He had managed to recruit the latter as his personal servant by promising to aid Lyzack in liberating her [[Leozack|brother]] from the Autobots. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 40|Lyzack's profile in Club magazine #40}} Deathsaurus preferred to lead from his throne room, directing others to carry out his strategies from a distance. He accumulated a great deal of ill-gotten wealth from his forces' assaults on high-ranking generals and aristocrats in the Autobot hierarchy, while carrying on his own experiments into the areas of [[Triple Changer|multiple alternate modes]] and [[Combiner|combination technology]]. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 34|Deathsaurus's profile in Club magazine #34}}

Following a raid against the Autobot general [[Traachon]], Deathsaurus sat in his throne room enjoying the fruit of his labors, and the finest oil reserves from the good general's private stash. He updated himself on [[Rage (G1)|Rage]]'s final fate at [[Median]] thanks to his deep cover source, [[Flip Sides (G1)|Flip Sides]]. Reviewing the details of the conflict with the [[Elite Guard]], a plan began to form in his diabolical processor regarding the reported victors, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]]s. {{storylink|Flames of Yesterday}}

[[File:TheComingStorm4-LordDeathsaurus.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.5|He wasn't quite sure whether he was hiring [[Leozack]] or [[Lyzack (G1)|Lyzack]] to serve him drinks.]]

Seeing the possibility of swaying the Combaticons to his cause, Deathsaurus had [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] and his men captured and brought to his headquarters. In his throne room Deathsaurus wove a complicated web of deceit, half-truths, and temptations to bring the Elite Guardsmen under his control. [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] and [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]] were easy, as their respective greed and love of fine oil was easy to satisfy. To earn their trust, Deathsaurus offered to fix up the Combaticons' armor due to the "mistaken" injuries they suffered at the hands of his soldiers, and he also offered to upgrade them in the process. The lonely [[Blast Off (G1)|Blast Off]] was quick to jump at the idea of having both land and space modes, letting him remain active and useful on the ground. [[Brawl (G1)|Brawl]]'s anger could not be easily cooled, so Deathsaurus merely redirected it, suggesting the Combaticons could not fight properly without the Elite Guard backing them up. After that comment, Brawl was more than willing to fight the Elite Guard to prove he was tougher.

Onslaught was the most difficult to manipulate, and so Deathsaurus appealed to his pride, intimating that Onslaught's strategic skill had waned since his days at the top of [[Omnihelix Academy]]. Instead, Deathsaurus posited that Onslaught could reach his full potential once freed from the shackles of the Elite Guard. By defeating the Guard, the Combaticons could prove they were better than Autobot and Decepticon alike, and become a new symbol of power on post-war Cybertron. Unwilling to appear weak, and lured by the notion of personal power and recognition, Onslaught relented. At this point, the Combaticons were all suitably mollified, ready to follow Deathsaurus's commands while still believing it was ''their'' decision to do so. Deathsaurus sealed the deal with his newly completed combiner technology blueprints, and left Onslaught to plan his attack. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 4}}

As the Combaticons prepared for an attack against their former allies, Deathsaurus turned his attention to other matters. Although he had a seat on the Decepticon War Council, Deathsaurus rarely if ever chose to attend the meetings. Instead, he sent his spokesman, Falcon in his place. With the Council in disarray after the capture of [[Gutcruncher (G1)|Gutcruncher]] and the merger of the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s and [[Photon]]s with Megatron's forces, Deathsaurus decided it was time to act. He sent the unwitting Falcon to the council meeting with a bomb and detonated it, killing his faithful lieutenant and five of the remaining Warlords. With one well-timed explosion, Deathsaurus ensured that only he and [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] remained as Decepticon Warlords and rivals for power. Deathsaurus then turned to continue planning with Falcon's replacement, his newly appointed lieutenant and head of the [[Seeker (body-type)|Skyraider-Seeker Brigade]].

His name was [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]]. {{storylink|A Team Effort}}

[[File:BattleLines3-makeyoupay.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Dude, just use a [[Robosmasher]] and spare yourself the effort.]]

Starscream was happy to report to Deathsaurus that the Combaticons, in their new combined form of [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]], had successfully vanquished the Elite Guard, and that the turncoats were on their way back to Deathsaurus's lair. Despite their victory, Starscream chafed at his commander's plan to welcome them into the Decepticons proper. Starscream feared that the Combaticons were not true Decepticons, but instead using their new allegiance to further their own quest for power. Deathsaurus countered that was what made them the perfect Decepticons, and reminded his new lieutenant that ambition is what separates the Decepticons from the stagnation and complacency of the Autobots. Starscream acquiesced and was ordered by Deathsaurus to help Lyzack prepare the medical bay for the arriving Combaticons. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 1}}

Deathsaurus observed as the Combaticons were repaired, and ordered Constructicons to concentrate on repairing them to the point that they could form Bruticus at Deathsaurus's will. After Bruticus proved to wild to control and was shut down, Starscream admired Deathsaurus's forethought in adding an override to the Combiner. He also warned the Warlord of an Elite Guard squad approaching their base. Deathsaurus ordered Starscream to call the troops to arms. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 2}} He himself took part in the fight, exchanging blows with [[Magnum]] and informing the Autobot that he had done nothing to the Combaticons' minds other than convince them they would be better served by the Decepticon cause. Outraged, Magnum renewed his attack on the self-proclaimed emperor. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 3}}

[[File:BattleLines5-istillfunction.jpg|thumb|left|"Did I do... good?" "Look, stop stealing other guys' lines!"]]

The Warlord pointed out mockingly that Magnum's backup appeared to be falling flat, at which point the Autobot blasted him in the chest. Magnum took a battering from Lyzack, and Deathsaurus picked himself up to find Magnum and [[Thunder Clash|Thunderclash]] right where he could finish them off. Unfortunately that was when [[Sprocket (G1)|Sprocket]] jumped on him, demanding a [[zap-pony]] ride, and then shot him in his already damaged chest. Deathsaurus ordered a retreat, however the greatest indignity was still to come, as when he got home, he found his throne had been claimed by Megatron. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 4}}

Deathsaurus was chained and led into the gladiatorial arena to face Megatron in a ritual contest to decide leadership of the Decepticons. Deathsaurus bitterly observed that if Megatron wanted this to be a fair fight, he would allow him to first repair the injuries that were dealt by Magnum and Sprocket—but Megatron laughed off the notion that he could ever want a fair fight. Megatron defeated Deathsaurus in melee combat, clawed his face off, then blasted him with his fusion cannon at point-blank range for good measure—emerging as the unquestioned leader of the Decepticons. As the troops rallied around their new leader, Lyzack approached her fallen emperor and found that, despite his tremendous damage, he still functioned. The humbled Deathsaurus said he had no choice but to go into exile, and Lyzack agreed to accompany him. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 5}}

===''Kre-O'' online comic===
[[File:KreO-webcomic-5-Deathsaurus.jpg|100px|thumb]]
Deathsaurus was part of a massive Decepticon invasion force intended to ruin the Autobots' picnic. However, [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)|Optimus Prime]] plowed through them with his truck and left them scattered... and then left. Returning to the scene after.. ''ahem'', taking care of some pressing business, Optimus gathered up the still-wiped-out Kreons, bound them up on a flatbed trailer, and took them to the picnic. {{storylink|Emergency! Hurry to the Base, Optimus!}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
{{first|[[The Permanent Revolution|''More than Meets the Eye'' #39]]}}

[[File:PermanentRevolution-Deathsaurus.jpg|thumb|200px|left|His twisted twin obsessions are global domination and the provision of exceptional pension plans to all employees.]]

Deathsaurus was born a [[Decepticon]] during the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]]. He enjoyed a successful career [[cyberforming]] planets, but grew tired of [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]]'s seeming apathy towards the well-being of his troops. Eventually, Deathsaurus broke away from his command and, using a stolen [[Warworld]], led a contingent of his own troops to ravage worlds. Deathsaurus's betrayal placed him on the [[Decepticon Justice Division]]'s [[The List|List]].

When the DJD eventually came, albeit to offer a deal, a disbelieving Deathsaurus tried to preemptively blow up [[Tarn (G1)|Tarn]]. Deathsaurus switched off his audio receptors to avoid Tarn's weaponized conversation—but Tarn tapped into the Warworld's [[inter-Decepticon radio]] and bought enough time to offer Deathsaurus a deal: join the DJD in preserving the Decepticon dream and eliminating the then-[[Autobot]] Megatron, in exchange for removing his and his soldiers' names from the List. As a condition, Deathsaurus told Tarn to slay the other members of the DJD as payback for all their past victims, and Tarn refused... which was all Deathsaurus needed to see. Satisfied that his test had proven that Tarn was not so callous about his soldiers' lives as Megatron had been, Deathsaurus agreed to join forces. {{storylink|The Permanent Revolution}}

Months later, the Decepticons ambushed Megatron and his Auto-chums at the [[Mortilus|Necrobot]]'s [[Necroworld|planet]] {{storylink|The Dying of the Light: (1) How Bright Their Frail Deeds|How Bright Their Frail Deeds}} but, under Tarn's command, they backed off to return at sunset. While being shown Tarn's collection of literary miner corpses (and professing ignorance of early rebel [[Terminus (G1)|Terminus]]), Deathsaurus expressed his troops' frustration that they hadn't just ''killed'' the enemy already. Tarn told him this was an act of psychological torture. Later, he joined the Division in discussing how best to make the final assault. {{storylink|The Dying of the Light Part 2: The Sun in Flight|The Sun in Flight}} When Tarn appeared with [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] in tow, Deathsaurus was more than surprised. Overlord immediately started trying to put him off, until he was shut down by [[Kaon (G1)|Kaon]]'s death. {{storylink|The Dying of the Light Part 3: Your Fierce Tears|Your Fierce Tears}}

[[File:RageRage DeathsaurusDoubts.jpg|thumb|200px]]
Along with the rest of the army, Deathsaurus amassed outside the Necrobot's fortress in which the Autobots had holed-up. {{storylink|The Dying of the Light Part 4: At Close of Day|At Close of Day}} In the following battle, Deathsaurus noticed the vigor the Autobots were fighting with and when Megatron arrived, he commented on the fact that Megatron found his fire. Despite the fact that Megatron was decimating his men, Deathsaurus reluctantly followed Tarn's order to send all his troops at Megatron. After losing his new [[fusion cannon]], Megatron fell to his knees as Tarn and Overlord stood over him and opened fire. {{storylink|The Dying of the Light Part 5: Rage, Rage|Rage, Rage}} Megatron activated a [[force field|panic bubble]], deflecting their blasts and forcing a temporary stalemate. Shortly thereafter, a psychic attack transmitted from the Necrobot's fortress gave Deathsaurus a moment of conscience, making him reflect on the many troops he had lost following Tarn's commands. [[Nickel]] shared his regrets and the two ordered a retreat of the survivors, leaving the D.J.D. to deal with Megatron and the Autobots on their own. {{storylink|The Dying of the Light Part 6: Do Not Go Gentle|Do Not Go Gentle}}

Deathsaurus continued to cyberform worlds in his exile. However, when his resource suppliers were slowly taken over by someone operating from the [[Benzene Cluster]], he made plans to investigate. This brought him to the planet [[Frayus]], where, leading forces alongside ''Commander'' Nickel, he joined a battle between the [[Galactic Council]] and the [[Black Block Consortia]]. He did so in defiance of Nickel's instructions to wait until the other two sides had worn each other down a little, and so, not long afterwards, found himself and his troops being stormed by unexpected Consortia reinforcements. {{storylink|The Plotters' Club (Part 3): Journey's End|Journey's End}}
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===''Power of the Primes'' marketing material===
[[File:POTP vote Unknown Evil.jpeg|thumb|The Autobots thwarted the return of the [[cloaked mystery villain]].]]

{{quote|For empires to rise, that which they are built on must first be destroyed.}}
An unknown evil was a potential bearer of the [[Matrix of Leadership]]. As a force for chaos, this shadowy warlord planned to rebirth Cybertron in his own image, even if it meant sending the universe spiralling towards a grim fate. Instead, the Matrix went to [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]]. {{storylink|Source:Power of the Primes Fan Vote|''Power of the Primes'' fan poll}}

===2019 IDW continuity===
{{first|[[Wannabee, Part 1|''Galaxies'' #5]]}}

[[File:WannabeePart1-Deathsaurus.jpg|thumb|left|It's a lovely morning on Probat, and you are a horrible goose.]]

Deathsaurus was Cybertron's ambassador to planet [[Probat (planet)|Probat]], responsible for collecting their energon tributes. Aware of the [[Probat (species)|Probats]]' worship of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] and that their echolocation-based vision made them blind to colors, the ambassador brought [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] along with him to serve as a distraction that would allow Deathsaurus to skip out on all the gross inferior creepy-crawly-fleshy parts of his job. When the Probat chief [[Natalus]] showed him the pitiful haul of energon, a suspicious Deathsaurus sniffed around and found a secret stash that Natalus was hoarding. Livid at being lied to, Deathsaurus killed Natalus on the spot just as Cliffjumper ran in, bringing the news that super-heating the Probats' waste created hyper-refined [[energon crystal]]s. Helping himself to the sample, Deathsaurus decided to raze the planet, rewarding Cliffjumper's initiative with a one-time offer to help himself to a portion of the energon. {{storylink|Wannabee, Part 1}}

When Cliffjumper made clear that he would not take part in a genocide, Deathsaurus decided that the sanitation engineer could serve as a distraction, shoving him inside a wall and framing him for the murder of Natalus to the Probats while exposing him as a "False Bee". With everyone occupied, Deathsaurus went to work on the spires, once again offering Cliffjumper a chance to join him, noting he would leave enough Probats alive so he could come back and repeat the process in a few megacycles. Disgusted, Cliffjumper charged up a spire and rammed into Deathsaurus, sending the draconic ambassador falling onto a spire and impaling him on the energon. Damaged but alive, Deathsaurus was brought back to Cybertron in a comatose state while Cliffjumper lied that the ambassador had been caught in an accidental explosion when the two had scuttled the energon facility, so there was ''certainly'' no longer a reason for any Cybertronian to visit that planet. {{storylink|Wannabee, Part 2}}

After being repaired, Deathsaurus sought out [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] and indefinitely assigned his energon rations to the con artist in exchange for a [[Simultronic|multiworld immersion couch]]. Once inside the simulation, Deathsaurus spent kilocycles endlessly killing Cliffjumper. {{storylink|War World: Hunt|Hunt}} He was still there over forty cycles later, {{storylink|Lord of Misrule: Swindle's II|Swindle's II}} and shortly thereafter [[Exarchon]] opened his immersion couch and took over his spark. {{storylink|Darkness, Once Gazed Upon: Part Three}}

Exarchon used Deathsaurus's form as his primary avatar, battling the Autobots and Decepticons as he continued his plan to take over Cybertron. {{storylink|War's End Part One}} {{storylink|War's End Part Two}} {{storylink|War's End Part Three}} Deathsaurus's frame was eventually abandoned when Exarchon was compelled to vacate it by [[Mindwipe (G1)|Mindwipe]]'s hypnotic stare. {{storylink|War's End Part Four}}
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===''Transformers '84''===
[[File:Secrets-and-lies-84-Deathsaurus.jpg|thumb|Talk about a shit-eating grin, amirite?]]

After [[Straxus (G1)|Straxus]] had become the ''de facto'' [[Decepticon leader]], Star Saber was facing off against Deathsaurus's Decepticons only to eventually be surrounded. When the Decepticon commander finally showed himself, Star Saber insulted his cowardice and flew off in his [[V-Star]] just as Deathsaurus gave the order to exterminate the Autobot, to the Decepticon's rage. {{storylink|Secrets & Lies issue 3|Secrets & Lies #3}}
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==Games==
===''Transformers Ultimate Allstars''===
{{Charstubgames}}
===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===
[[file:DeathsaurusEarthWars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.75|RAAAR!! I am the embodiment of death! The Emperor of Destruction! Fear me! ... Where'd my Breastforce partner go anyways?]]
A tyrant and despot—more than often a rogue one—who can rival Megatron, Deathsaurus wields a deadly spiked flail, a destructive energon sword, and a Living-Metal Destroying cannon. Despite his power and abilities, he's perfectly content to hang back and let others do the fighting; after all, he's secure enough in his faith in his strength that he doesn't feel the '''need''' to prove himself to anyone. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Deathsaurus Bio}}

Deathsaurus was on en-route to conquer and oppress when [[Star Saber (G1)#Transformers: Earth Wars|Star Saber]] engaged him in a duel. He ended up trapped and frozen in his own Planet-Destroying Fortress, much to his amusement. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Deathsaurus Research}}

When the Decepticons were attempting to breach the inner sanctum of a Decepticon Fortress in the Arctic, they found Deathsaurus guarding it. He declared that "the universe is an arena, and Autobots and Decepticons alike are merely contestants." His appearance scared away Brawl and Starscream. To Starscream's retreat he replied, "Cowards die many times before their deaths; the valiant never taste death but once!" before returning back into the fortress's halls. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Arctic Saga - What Lies Beneath}}

The Decepticons soon re-approached him, this time with Megatron and the Constructicons. Megatron attempted to order Deathsaurus to activate the fortress, intending for them to conquer Earth together. But Deathsaurus replied that Megatron overvalued his contribution and worth, and walked away. He then overloaded the energy levels of his fortress, initiating its self-destruction. He then started laughing maniacally, while the rest of the Decepticons and Autobots in the fortress evacuated. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Arctic Saga - The Monster Within}}

After Deathsaurus arrived at the Decepticon Base, Starscream confrontationally demanded to know who he was. Deathsaurus was not impressed, citing that he had faced off against the likes of Megatron and Galvatron, and the former achievement piqued Starscream's interest. Deathsaurus subsequently ordered Starscream to help him find his [[Living-Metal-Destroying Cannon]] and his spiked flail, explaining that he had lost it in space somewhere over the [[Arctic|Arctic Circle]]. After failing to get Deathsaurus to agree to quid pro quo help, Starscream groaned that it was going to be a long night.

During their search, Deathsaurus admitted that he had lost his cannon quite a few times. Starscream then asked if he has something like a car beeper. At first, Deathsaurus was surprised, but then intrigued and wanted to know more.

Soon he encountered Star Saber, who immediately assumed he was after Earth and challenged him to another duel. Upon seeing the Autobots Starscream took off, and Star Saber's companions left him to let them settle their "legendary" battle. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Deathsaurus Research}}

Deathsaurus competed against [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] and claimed the Dark Star Saber, becoming the new Decepticon leader after Megatron's disappearance. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars/Events|The Last Stand}}

Deathsaurus and his loyalists, the remnants of the D.J.D. and Flamewar, planned to strike Soundwave's splinter cell, but were confronted by the Combaticons. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars/Events|Past Imperfect}} Swindle then stole the Dark Star Saber from Deathsaurus. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars/Events|The Dark Ages}}

*'''Class:''' Special
*'''Lowest Star Rating:''' 2 star
*'''Weapons''': He uses a sword to chop up and destroy his foes, and a shield to bash them!
*'''Ability: Blazing Storm''': Rush in, spreading electrical fire in a large radius. All targets in the radius are disabled for 6 seconds (even Shock Towers!), and take some damage.
**'''Cost''': ''12'' ability points + 3 for reuses.

[http://wiki.transformersearthwars.com/character:deathsaurus Deathsaurus at Transformers: Earth Wars Wiki]

===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===
Deathsaurus was a high-ranking member of the Decepticon [[Conclave]]. At one point, Deathsaurus spent years defending an ancient fortress on the remote planet of [[Ceti Alpha Seven|Ceti Alpha VII]]. When the Alpha Insecticons [[Dirge (Timelines)|Dirge]] and [[Buzzclaw (G1)|Buzzclaw]] discovered him, Deathsaurus helped reactivate their cloning abilities and established a facility to assist in the creation of an an army of virulent [[Insecticon clone]]s. {{storylink|Decepticon Directive}}

[[Leatherhide (Universe)|Leatherhide]] argued that Deathsaurus and some of his followers could count as [[Hybridizor]]s. {{storylink|Technorganic Secrets}}

==Toys==
===''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers''===
{{anchor|Victory}}
[[File:Victory-toy Deathsaurus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"Aaawrk! Deathy shouldn't be!"]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Deszaras''' {{sic}} (Breastforce, [[1989]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''D-336'''
:*''Accessories'': Tail/shield, "Deathtailer" rifle/mace
{{toydesigner|[[Kōjin Ōno]] (TakaraTomy), [[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}

:''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#Victory|Victory]]'' "Deszaras" transforms into a blue and grey dragon monster. Unusually for late Generation 1 toys, he has [[die-cast]]-metal feet in [[beast mode]].

:Deathsaurus comes packaged with his Breast Animal partners, [[Tigerbreast#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers|Tigerbreast]] and [[Eaglebreast#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers|Eaglebreast]], which transform from creatures into hand-held weapons for Deathsaurus, and a pair of breastplates which lock into a spring-loaded socket on the toy's body to form elaborate torso armor for Deathsaurus's [[robot mode]]. Eaglebreast is inserted first, then Tigerbreast fits on top, concealing it; the figures can also be attached while Deathsaurus is in beast mode, which leaves them on his creature mode's back. Deathsaurus also wields a light blue laser rifle with a molded-in flail (which, sadly, cannot be removed) that can be held either by an ordinary handle or by a second peg on its butt that allows it to be brandished like a staff or blade; in dragon mode, the rifle can plug into the legs so no parts are left behind. The dragon's tail unfolds to become the "Death Tailer" shield, which mounts on either of the robot's biceps.

:There is a mold [[variant]] related to the spike on top of Deathsaurus's dragon head. On some specimens this spike's rear surface has a scooped, concave appearance; on others, it is filled in.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=The original Takara release of #Deathsaurus had a variant with a reinforced crest. The reinforced crest was carried over to Brave Red Geist.|link=https://twitter.com/RandallSpence/status/1587290236815519744|name=Randall Spence|site=Twitter|day=31|month=10|year=2022}}</ref>

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1989/Destron/Deathsaurus/deathsaurus.htm More information on Deathsaurus at TFU.info]''
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===''Timelines''===
{{anchor|botcon}}
[[File:Deathsaurusbotcontoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|If you squint, he could still be [[Megatron (RID)|Megatron]].]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Descent into Evil''' (Multi-pack, [[2005]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 launchers, 2 Energon blade missiles

: ''[[Transformers Timelines (franchise)|Timelines]]'' Deathsaurus is a blue and black [[retool]] of [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Megatron (RID)#Toys|Megatron/Galvatron]]. He comes with a pair of swords that can launch their blade-missiles through a pressure-launch mechanism, as well as combine at their bottom ends to form a large double-blade weapon. The blade-missiles are rounded off [[for safety reasons]] like the other [[Hasbro]] uses of the mold. His head is a new sculpt based on Deathsaurus's appearance in the ''Victory'' anime.

: Deathsaurus's mold was originally a ten-changer, though the "gargoyle"/bat mode was neutered for this release due to the dropping of the bat snout piece, required to give his new head enough space inside his chest cavity for other modes. He still retains the other nine modes (robot, dragster, jet, [[Popular beast alternate modes|two-headed dragon]], hand, mammoth, hydrofoil, one-headed dragon, and winged griffin). His instructions, however, assign him the six modes of the original RID Megatron, ''including'' the gargoyle and omitting the boat, griffin, mammoth and flying dragon. His tail-piece was removed for in-box storage, but easily popped back on since it's on a ball-and-socket joint.

: He was only available as part of the [[BotCon 2005]] "Descent into Evil" box set, packaged with [[Buzzclaw (G1)#Toys|Buzzclaw]], [[Chromia (G1)#Timelines|Chromia]], [[Dirge (Timelines)#Toys|Dirge]], [[Outback (G1)#Timelines|Fallback]], [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Timelines|Ironhide]], and [[Ricochet (Timelines)#Toys|Ricochet]].

: Eleven years later, he was retooled again into [[BotCon 2016]]'s ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Generations|Megatron]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/BCDeathsaurus/deathsaurus.htm More information on BotCon Deathsaurus at TFU.info]''
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===''Combiner Wars''===
[[File:CW-toy Dezarus.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Hop on the dinosaur astrotrain.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Liokaiser''' (Platinum Edition Collection Pack, [[2016]])}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 Sword-rifles

: ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' "Dezarus" is a redeco/retool of ''Combiner Wars'' Voyager Class [[Sky Lynx (G1)#Combiner Wars|Sky Lynx]], transforming from a winged dinosaur/dragon-thing into a space shuttle with attached (and non-removable) cargo lander. His beast head/shuttle nose has been retooled with new eyes and a new fin, and colored to resembled the original Deathsaurus's beast mode head.

: As a ''Combiner Wars'' Voyager Class figure, he is able to combine with any Deluxe Class toys released as part of the same subline but is, of course, intended to be combined with his pack-in [[Breastforce|Destron]]s to form Liokaiser. His torso mode's combiner head has also been retooled, now sporting a new Liokaiser face beneath its feline helmet. Since he replaces [[Leozack]] and [[Jallguar]] as Liokaiser's torso, his deco also heavily features their seafoam-green and black rather than his traditional silver and blue.

: Dezarus was only available as part of a boxed [[Liokaiser#Generations|Liokaiser]] [[giftset]], the only ''Combiner Wars'' "Collection Pack" that's [[co-branding|co-branded]] as part of the ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' range. The set also included [[Drillhorn (G1)#Combiner Wars|Drillhorn]], [[Hellbat (G1)#Combiner Wars|Fellbat]], [[Guyhawk#Combiner Wars|Guyhawk]], [[Killbison#Combiner Wars|Ironbison]], and [[Ion Scythe]]. In the United States, this set was officially exclusive to online retailer Entertainment Earth, but was also stocked by competitor [[BigBadToyStore]], which obtained its stock through Asian vendors. In Hasbro's Asian markets such as Hong Kong and Singapore, it was available at general retail. Additionally, it was also sold at Ripley stores in Chile and at Myer stores in Australia, whereas in Canada, it was available via the Canadian [[Walmart]] website, but never sold in stores.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Decepticon/CWDezarus/dezarus.htm More information on ''Platinum Edition'' Dezarus at TFU.info]''
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:Legacy-toy Deathsaurus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|It was a time of darkness. It was a world of fear. It was an age of gargoyles.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Deathsaurus''' ([[2023]])}}</ul>
:*''Series'': ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1989 (Victory)|Victory]]'' / ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]''
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-CF2022'''
:*''Accessories'': "Death Tailer" shield, shield handle, sword, arrow; "[[Living-Metal-Destroying Cannon]]", flail, 6 [[Fire Blast effect]]s (Tier 1 unlocks); flight stand, throne, adapter part, display base (Tier 2 unlocks)
{{toydesigner|[[Brian Jablonksi]], [[Evan Brooks]], and [[John Warden]] (Hasbro), [[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept artist)<ref>https://www.instagram.com/p/ClLfJnsNsGK/</ref>, [[Guido Guidi]] (packaging artist)}}

: The third [[Hasbro Pulse#HasLab|HasLab]] crowdfunded figure for ''Transformers'', Deathsaurus is an impeccably cartoon-accurate representation of the character in both robot and "griffon-dragon" modes. As a premium crowdfunded figure, Deathsaurus features a vast slew of accessories, and more extensive and intricate articulation compared to a typical ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' figure, including an ab crunch, forward-articulating butterfly joints in his shoulders, and separate index/middle finger and ring/pinky finger joints, as well as spreading dragon-thing toes.

: Once again he comes with both "[[Eaglebreast#Legacy|Eaglechest]]" and "[[Tigerbreast#Legacy|Tigerchest]]", though this time Tigerchest turns into a cartoon-accurate longbow, complete with an arrow (which does not launch or anything, but it looks cool), which makes use of Deathsaurus's split-finger articulation. (You ''can'' put him in a handgun-like configuration thanks to his tail, but Deathsaurus can't really hold it securely at all.) When Tigerchest is in breastplate mode, his head must be adjusted in order to use Deathsaurus's ab crunch, otherwise the sculpting of Deathsaurus's codpiece will lever Tigerchest out of position.

: All of the grips/handles of Deathsaurus's weapons use ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]''-style small posts on grippable handles rather than the more universal [[5 mm post]]s and ports. However, the "Death Tailer" shield does have a 5 mm post to attach it to his right shoulder (and ''only'' his right shoulder via flip-out post-hole, another bit of cartoon adherence). He also has a plug-in shield handle to allow Deathsaurus to hold the shield in his hand. The Living-Metal-Destroying Cannon has two distinct sets of posts and locking tabs that allow Deathsaurus to not only wield it in robot mode, but also (rather goofily) use it in griffon-dragon mode, as he did when he first unleashed it in "[[Resurrection!? The Decepticon Fortress]]". Slots, posts, and the hollowed-out beast neck allow Deathsaurus to store his sword, flail, and arrow in robot mode. In an undocumented feature, he can hold his ''Masterpiece''-styled weapons in his kaiju mode via slots in his forearms. His lower wingtips can detach and be held as weapons to simulate his "Death Wing" attack, but caution is advised as the wingtip pieces' connections can be ''incredibly'' tight to the point attempting to detach them may result in stress marks or breakage.

: He also includes a throne (based directly on his often-seen throne in the cartoon) and flight stand for both robot and beast mode. Both make use of the display base disc, so the throne must be removed from the base and set aside in order to install the flight stand. The throne can store his accessories on its back, but if it is detached from the base the Living Metal Destroying Cannon will no longer have floor clearance. Sitting Deathsaurus in the throne takes a ''little'' work, as his beast-head needs to be positioned so the spines slot into the gap in the back, plus his double-jointed knees need to be unlocked from robot-mode position to get them at the proper height.

: The initial plan had been to release Deathsaurus at retail in the ''Legacy'' line, as a partial [[retool]]ing of Leader-class ''[[Studio Series]]'' [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Grimlock]], with the partner beasts each sold separately as Core Class figures. However, the strong success of the Victory Saber campaign convinced them to move Deathsaurus to that platform as well. This made possible a bespoke and significantly larger design that, at 11" tall, can stand eye-to-eye with Victory Saber.<ref>[https://youtu.be/Z4rkJLQpWJo Interview] with [[Ben MacCrae]] and [[Evan Brooks]] on the Mr. Alan Supershow</ref>

: Like [[Star Saber (G1)#Legacy|Victory Saber]], Deathsaurus cost $179.99 USD and required 11,000 "backers" to go into production. The base level produced Deathsaurus himself, his sword, and "Micromaster" Breast Animal partners (though they are more akin to the noticeably larger Core [[size class]]). Reaching 14,000 backers unlocked a "weapon pack", which included the spiked flail with articulated chain (the chain being reused from [[Megatron (G1)/toys#MP5|MP-5 Megatron]]),<ref>[https://youtu.be/bGfJQ62ImYc?t=1765] EP1 test shot walkthrough with [[Evan Brooks]]</ref> two sets of triple-stacked Fire Blast effects (to match those that came with ''Legacy'' Victory Saber) and his [[Living-Metal-Destroying Cannon]]. When the set reached 17,000 backers, this unlocked the display stand, throne and flight stand.

: The crowdfunding began on [[October 27]], 2022, and ran through [[December 12]], with the expected shipping date being the Fall of 2023. Deathsaurus reached sufficient backers to enter production on [[November 28]], 2022. The weaponry tier was unlocked on [[December 5]], 2022, and the final tier with the throne and display stand was unlocked on [[December 11]], 2022, one day before the campaign ended. The final count was 27,442 backers, making Deathsaurus the most successful ''Transformers'' HasLab item at the time. A surprise tier was revealed on [[December 13]] to celebrate the occasion—[[Boater#Legacy|Boater]] and [[Pīpō#Legacy|Pīpō]] Micromasters recreated with modern engineering to complement the [[Holi#Legacy|Holi]] and [[Fire#Legacy|Fire]] Micromasters included with Victory Saber, completing the [[Rescue Patrol Team]]!

: Deathsaurus began arriving in December 2023, first reported by fans in [[Taiwan]]. In the [[United Kingdom]] and Europe (who were able to order directly via HasbroPulse for the first time), the item was delayed a month to January 2024. As with Victory Saber, the [[Japan]]ese release of Deathsaurus has a different box design with wireframe schematic art.
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==Merchandise==
===Transformers Choco===
*'''Deathsaurus''' (1989)
**''Accessories:''

:A snap-together [[candy toy]] kit produced by [[Kabaya]], ''[[Transformers Choco]]'' Deathsaurus is a small transforming figure made entirely out of a single color of plastic. Versions were produced in red, blue, grey, yellow, or green.

===Transformers Gum===
[[File:Tfgum deszaras.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Deathsaurus got his Prime on it.]]
*'''Deathsaurus''' (1989)
**''Accessories:'' Tail/shield, rifle

:Part of the twelfth wave of Kabaya's ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' series of candy toys, this Deathsaurus figure is a snap-together model kit, larger and more detailed than the ''Choco'' kit above, and it shows more visual contrast as it is made from three differently-colored plastic [[sprue]]s (blue, red, and grey). Although lacking any paint applications, the figure features stickers for detail, and retains most of the accessories and features of the actual Deathsaurus toy, though not his Breast Animal partners. It comes with a stick of something that might be gum.

: Amusingly, this coloration makes him heavily resemble the post-''Transformers'' "Red Geist" redeco of the original Deathsaurus toy (see "Notes" below).
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[[File:KabayaGumDeathsaurus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
*'''Deathsaurus''' (2012)
**''Accessories:'' Tail/shield, rifle, Tigerbreast, Eaglebreast

:Part of the fifth wave of the "modern" revival of the Transformers Gum series, Deathsaurus once again makes an appearance as a snap-together transforming model kit with stickered detail. It is an entirely new mold featuring much better color-matching with the full-scale toy. Uniquely, this version also incorporates his transformable Breast Animal partners - though they are actually sold separately, with [[Tigerbreast#Transformers Gum|Tigerbreast]] packed in with [[Optimus Prime (WFC)#Transformers Gum|''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime]] and [[Eaglebreast#Transformers Gum|Eaglebreast]] included with [[Hot Spot (G1)#Transformers Gum|Hot Spot]]. The Deathsaurus kit includes a solid outer chestplate piece, so it will still look complete even if owners don't acquire the separate Tigerbreast.
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===Parody Deformed===
[[File:Deathsaurus pd model.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|Hurff.]]
*'''Deathsaurus''' (1990)

:A small, blue, white and red, non-transforming [[super deformed]] model kit of Deathsaurus was available as part of [[Kabaya]]'s "[[Parody Deformed]]" line of candy toys. The fourth figure in the series, he came with a "[[PDTF Comic]]" comic about himself, "Good Job! Deathsaurus!!", and more of that alleged "gum".
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===Super Collection Figure===
[[File:SCF Deathsaurus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Dancesaurus]]
*'''Deathsaurus''' (2002)
**''Act'': '''7'''
**''Accessories'': Shield, stand

:A PVC figurine of Deathsaurus was released in the seventh Victory-centric "Act" of Takara's ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. Deathsaurus was available in both standard full-color version and metallic silver "pewter" versions, one each in a case of twelve. Both of his shoulders have sockets on the outsides to mount his shield accessory, so pick whichever arm you like best.

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

: The pewter version came packaged with the wings of [[Star Saber (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Victory Saber]], one of several extra pieces packed with the various figures from the wave which could combine with the act's Star Saber figure to turn it into Victory Saber. The wings were available in both standard full color (at a rate of eight out of every ten cases) and rare pewter (only two in every ten).

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Destron/Deszaras/deszarus.htm More information on ''Super Collection Figure'' Deathsaurus at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Destron/PewterDeszaras/deszarus.htm More information on pewter Deathsaurus at TFU.info]''

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[[File:SCF Deathsaurus chase.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Not even some metallic paint? Okay, sure, whatever.]]
*'''Deathsaurus''' (2002)
**''Act'': '''7'''
**''Accessories'': Shield, stand

: Also available in the seventh wave was a rare "[[chase figure|Secret Figure]]" version of the Deathsaurus PVC, featuring the character with his inner Breast Animal partner [[Eaglebreast]] on display, rather than the normal version's Tigerbreast. That's the only difference. Just the chestplate.

: Exciting.

: This variant was packed in one out of every ten cases... and obviously replacing the normal color Deathsaurus in the case.
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===Timelines===
[[File:Deathsauruspin.jpg|thumb|75px|Deathstickus]]

*'''Deathsaurus pin''' (2005)

: The first 100 BotCon 2005 Primus-package preregistrants received an exclusive Deathsaurus pin as part of their registration package.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:Robot Heroes Victory Saber Dessaras.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|The face that launch'd a thousand ships.]]
*'''Victory Saber & Dessaras''' (Two-pack, <s>2009</s>)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

:A surprise entry in the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]''-branded ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' series, this [[super deformed]] figurine of Deathsaurus sports a name variant that hearkens back to his original Japanese moniker, only missing the spelling by one letter. Originally discovered amongst [[Walmart]] store computer listings in mid-2008, he would have come packaged with an equally-adorable [[Star Saber (G1)#Robot Heroes|Victory Saber]], but alas, the two-pack failed to materialize before the ''Universe'' portion of the ''Robot Heroes'' line was canceled.
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===''Transformers Character Card''===
[[File:Transformers Character Card Victory Saber and Deathsaurus.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb|*click* Noice.]]
*'''Deszaras & Victory Saber Set''' ([[December]], [[2023]])
**''ID number:'' '''69 & 70'''

:Released as part of the tenth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of "Deszaras" ([[#Name|not again!]]) and [[Star Saber (G1)|Victory Saber]] along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#69|Translation of Deathsaurus's Transformers Character Card]]''

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==Notes==
[[File:DeathsaurusAndRedGeist.jpg|thumb|Toy accurate? No. Awesome? YES.]]

*While often called a [[dragon]] (including on his original box), or a [[griffin]], or a griffon-dragon, or, hilariously, a "bigbird" on his original Japanese [[bio]] card, Deathsaurus is most likely styled after traditional Japanese ''kaijū'', such as [[Godzilla]] or Rodan.
*The original Deathsaurus mold was redecoed into the non-living "Red Geist" (レッドガイスト ''Reddo Gaisuto'') mech for [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Brave (franchise)|Brave of Legend Da Garn]]'' toyline, which lacks the Eaglebreast partner. Although the character design in the television show for the line is significantly modified from that of Deathsaurus (see image at right), including reinterpreting Tigerbreast's weapon mode as a jet mode, the Red Geist toy itself is not retooled. [http://tfbaka.de-blog.jp/1dai/2008/08/post_6871.html More on Red Geist at a Japanese toy photoblog.]
*The Japanese ''Transformers'' fandom is fairly consistent on considering the original Deathsaurus toy's rifle to be the "Deathtailer" (デステーラー ''Desutērā''),<ref>{{w|デスザラス|Deathsaurus on Japanese Wikipedia}}</ref><ref>https://blog.goo.ne.jp/tfbaka8585/e/b0ea7d0d04c49b75a68e4dbc9ff4558f</ref> as it is the only weapon mentioned by name in his original [[bio]]<ref>http://tflab.net/japaspe/victory/d336.html</ref>—meaning his shoulder shield/dragon tail is a nameless accessory. However, the HasLab version of Deathsaurus omits the original toy's rifle and instead considers the "Deathtailer" to be his shield/dragon tail. Deathsaurus's [[Transformers Character Card]] refers to his cartoon-original sword as the "Deathtailer Sword" (デステーラーソード ''Desutērā Sōdo'').
[[File:AM Deathsaurus Armored Megatron.jpg|thumb|This figure would have created SO many {{SITENAME}} arguments.]]
*An [[Action Master]] figure of Deathsaurus was proposed to Hasbro as a new version of the more globally marketable [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], as indicated by the preliminary name of "Armored Megatron" (アーマードメガトロン).
*Like all non-toy robot Kreons in the ''Kre-O'' manga, Deathsaurus is made from existing ''Kre-O'' parts. He uses the [[Inferno (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Inferno]] helmet, the [[Starscream (Kre-O)|Starscream]] wing-pack, a thick rifle, a 2x4 "wing" plate attached (somehow) to his arm to replicate the tail-shield... and then there's his chestplate. The plate itself is a 1x1 plate with twin bars and a pair of Starscream arm-guns attached... but it's "connected" to a 2x2 harness piece, which can only be done by adding a 1x2 center-peg plate in between them which is kind of unnecessary since there's a 1x1 harness piece that will do the job nicely, no middle-brick required.

===Name===
Deathsaurus's name is the source of a long-lasting argument. The phonetic Japanese reading of the name is ''Desuzarasu'' (デスザラス); this is represented in Latin characters on his toy packaging and tech specs as "Deszaras". English-speaking fans would long debate the "proper" [[Japanese language|romanization]] of the name, interpreting it as Deszaras, Deathzaras, Deathsaurus, Death Czarus, Death Czaras, and many others. "Deathsaurus" had a tendency to be the most popular and well-known (on account of it actually ''meaning'' something), but adherents of "official romanization" often pushed back on this.

At [[BotCon 2015]], after decades of such back-and-forth, the designer of the original toy, [[Kōjin Ōno]], confirmed that the name was indeed always supposed to have been "Deathsaurus"... during a panel presentation that rendered the name as "Dethzarasu". It is anyone's guess as to why the original Japanese lettering did not read ''saurusu'' (サウルス) or ''zaurusu'' (ザウルス)—the standard ways of transliterating the ''-saurus'' suffix into Japanese—rather than ''zarasu'' (ザラス). As such, in the years before that revelation was made clear, the character's name had continued to be spelled "Deszaras" on the [[Metrodome]] and [[Madman Entertainment]] DVD boxsets of the ''Victory'' cartoon as well as in the ''[[Legacy: The Art of Transformers Packaging|Legacy]]'' book.

As shown above, Hasbro product has varied on the spelling. In 2005 the character's first Western toy was straightforwardly named "Deathsaurus", but then in 2009 they used "Dessaras", and in 2016, "Dezarus". Perhaps the initial name seemed too violent for a mass retail children's plaything? "Deathsaurus" proper would be revived for the fan-focused HasLab campaign in 2023.

===Foreign names===
*''Arabic:'' '''Deathsandar''' (دثساندر ''Dithsāndar'')
*''English:'' '''Deathsanras''' ([[Omni Productions]] dub)
*''Cantonese:'' '''Sei2san4 Saat3laai1si1''' (死神薩拉斯, "Death God Zaras")<ref>[http://www.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=pfbid0pUfSBf7MKZ5aoGh2WPksSPAaQaNkouWjouvgqt9CPvRbUmHWhUF6pU4jf9xvnDAol&id=100063982240710 Announcement of Deathsaurus's HasLab campaign] on the official Hasbro Hong Kong Facepook page.</ref>
*''Korean:'' '''Deathsaurus''' (데스소루스 ''Deseusoreoseu'')
*''Mandarin:'' '''Shènglā''' (Taiwan, 盛拉), '''Dà Kǒnglóng Zaras''' (China, 大恐龙萨拉斯 ''Dà Kǒnglóng Sàlāsī'', "Great Dinosaur Zaras"), '''[[Leozack|Sàng Shī]]''' (China, ''Combiner Wars'', 丧狮, "Mourning Lion")
*''Russian:'' '''Smertonosets''' (Смертоносец, "Deathbringer")
*''Spanish:'' '''Zan Rás''' (America)
*''Ukrainian:'' '''Smertelnyi Sanraz''' (Смертельний Санраз, "Deadly Sanraz")

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Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise

2025-12-22T17:34:47Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Blokees */ We misgendered the poor guy! Cleaned up a muddled tense too.

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'''[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]''' starred in a film series that made billions of dollars. Woohoo!

==Target==
* '''Optimus Prime''' (Gift Card, [[2007]])

[[File:Target_Optimus_Prime_Gift_Card_2007.jpg|right|thumb|If only [[Target: 2006]] had been set a year later.]]

{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)}}

:Available at Target stores, this version of Optimus transforms into a bulky but functional ''gift card''. His head pops out at the push of a button on his chest. This toy was also included in gift packs which were given to every pre-registered attendee of [[BotCon 2007]], which all came preloaded with $5.

:This card was later recolored and released in [[2014]] as an [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|''Age of Extinction'']] version of Optimus.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/GiftcardOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Gift Card Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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==Lunchables==
* '''Optimus Prime''' (Lunchables, 2007)

: A simple, fold-out pseudo-figure representing Optimus Prime, that can shift between a flat, red platform with the Autobot insignia molded in, along with the word "Transformers". To become a representation of the character's robot mode, the platform folds open, and two "arms" are subsequently folded down from the top section. The inside of the structure are decorated with stickers with artwork of Optimus Prime's robot mode, along with his name overlayed across his feet.

: A similar mold was used to creature the Lunchables figure for [[Blackout (Movie)|Blackout]], though with the Decepticon Insignia replacing the Autobot one. The same mold was used for [[Ironhide (Movie)/toys|Ironhide]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise|Bumblebee]], though in different colored plastics.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/LunchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Lunchables Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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==Robot Fighters Game==
*'''Optimus Prime vs. Megatron''' (2007)

:Optimus comes packaged along with Megatron in a toy set that allows both figures to be strapped to their respective bases, and subsequently be controlled by two players, making them punch and kick one another via knobs that can be twisted and turned to make the characters perform different moves. Optimus's body is slightly simplified and features articulation at the shoulders and hip joints. A sort of update on the classic "Rock'em Sock'em Robots" game. The figures can also be separated from the base for fun on the go!

==3D Battle-Card Game==
[[File:3DBattleCard OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (3D Battle-Card, 2007)
**''Card number:'' '''9'''

:Optimus Prime is a 54-point "Rare" piece in the [[3D Battle-Card Game]]. Constructed of punch-out pieces from randomly packed plastic cards (two full robots per pack), he can be assembled into his truck mode or into a long-legged robot mode.

:Prime's card construction is the only one in the game that wasn't reused for another character.

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==''Attacktix''==
[[File:Attacktix MovieTransformers Tournament Set.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb]]
*'''Transformers Tournament Set''' (<s>2007</s>)

: An [[Attacktix]] tournament set featuring unique playing pieces of Bumblebee, Optimus Prime, Megatron and Bonecrusher was at one point scheduled for release. Along with a vast amount of other Attacktix product, it ended up being canceled.

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==''Transformers'' (2007)==
*'''Transformers Gummy Candy''' (2006)

:Made by the [[Frankford Candy & Chocolate Company]] at the behest of [[Hasbro]]'s Cap Candy Company unit, this large Optimus Prime-shaped [[Gummy Candy|gummy candy]] was available throughout 2006 to 2007. Also available was an [[Megatron (Movie)/toys|Megatron]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise|Bumblebee]]-shaped gummy candies.

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[[File:MoviePrime Voicechanger helmet.jpg|right|thumb|Hardly ''anyone'' was wearing these damn things at [[BotCon 2007]].]]
*'''Optimus Prime Voice Changer''' (2007)

:A highly CG-accurate sculpt of Optimus Prime's head with a built in voice-changer. It also has several sound effects and quotes from the movie. The voice-changer has three settings, giving more accurate alteration of the user's voice (though this is still debatable; most voice changing technology is pretty crummy, at least in toys). Much like the Ultimate Bumblebee figure, your wallet will hate this toy too. While it only costs 30 bucks, if it's anything like another Hasbro voice changer, it will suck batteries up like they were [[Energon cube|some kind of square candy holder.]]

: There are two versions of the voice changer helmet with two different pre-recorded voices. An earlier release features the voice of [[Ron Hayden]], while the later release features the voice of [[Peter Cullen]]. The latter version has modified packaging under the 'Try Me!' blurb, stating it has 'Real Movie Voice!', though the updated version has also appeared in the original packaging without the 'Real Movie Voice!' notice.

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*'''2 in 1 Beamer''' (2007)
**''Accessories:''

: This highly accurate head bust of Optimus transforms into a hand-held flashlight by pulling a handle out from under the base, and activating the LED lights at the back of the figure by switching it to "night light" or "beamer" mode and pushing a button at the front of the base. When the handle is slid back up into the figure (so that it may rest normally on its base), it becomes a timed night light. In his standard display or "on" mode, pushing the same button will cause Prime's eyes to light up for a few seconds. He features three different, incomprehensible sound effects that vaguely resemble the electronic squawks and tones that represent [[Cybertronian language#Live-action Transformers movies|Cybertronian]] in the film series. One of these plays every time the button is pushed.

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[[File:MoviePrime BattleRigBlaster.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Nor carrying these!]]
*'''Optimus Prime Battle Rig Blaster''' (2007)
**''Accessories:''

:The Optimus Prime Battle Rig Blaster transforms from a superdeformed amalgamation of his ''Movie'' truck and G1 Optimus Prime's truck (indeed pulling G1 Prime's trailer) to a fully G1 robotic forearm and hand with a built in Nerf style gun. By simply placing your hand inside the back of the trailer (I need an adult!) and pulling back on the front of the truck, the gun transforms and folds back into a weapon. It comes with three [[Nerf]] N-Strike size whistle darts which can be stored inside the trailer. Although not shown in the image, the truck front splits in half in gun-mode, while the grille acts as a sight. On [[multilingual packaging|European packaging]], this toy was marketed as "Optimus Prime Big Rig Blaster".

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[[File:Movie OptimusPrime RPBlaster.jpg|right|thumb|Pew, Pew!]]
*'''Optimus Prime Blaster''' (2007)
**''Accessories:''

: An extensive [[redeco]] of the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' role-play [[Energon Blaster]], this toy "transforms" basically by extending. It fires suction-cup-tipped Nerf darts and is a Walmart exclusive.

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[[File:Movie TFHandHeldGame.jpg|right|thumb|Behold, the Autobot Game Boy of Leadership!]]
*'''Transformers Electronic Hand Held Game''' (2007)

:This LCD game features 10 levels and a design based on Optimus Prime.

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*'''Optimus Prime Globe''' (2007)

[[File:Optimus Prime globe.jpg|right|thumb|I'm dreaming of an Autobot Christmas...]]
: A snow globe containing an Optimus Prime figurine based upon one of lower-detail licensing/promotional renders of Optimus Prime, complete with [[Optimus Primal (BW)|funky munky]] pose.

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*'''TRANSFORMERS Chess Set''' (2007)

: Two identical gold-colored plastic statues of Optimus Prime serve as the [[Chess#Transformers (2007)|Chess Set]]'s Autobot-side King.
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2008)
[[File:Transformers_2007_DVD_Exclusive_Optimus_Prime_mask.jpeg|thumb|right|upright=.75]]

: As part of the "Bring Home a Hero" promotion an Optimus Prime mask was included packed with a [[Transformers (film)/home video|DVD re-release]] of the original film. This was avalible at all retailer except [[Walmart]], who had an exclusive [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#DVDMask|Bumblebee]] mask instead.

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===''Cyber Stompin' Robots''===
[[File:Movie Cyberstompin Prime toy.jpg|thumb|Rescue Heroes!]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyber Stompin' Robot, 2007)

:[[Cyber Stompin' Robots|Cyber Stompin']] Optimus Prime is a non-convertible action figure made for younger children. He has light-up eyes, sounds, a launching fist feature and a "targeting scope" in his back. The scope worked similarly to a ''View Master'', and when you look through the scope, you see an image of Megatron.

:Anyone who wished to find this for the sake of nostalgia, take note that many second hand Cyber Stompin' Primes tend to have his right fist missing. Also, the main electronic-equipped parts, such as the grey/silver torso and the side ankles, are prone to yellowing due to the heat of the electronics.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/CyStompOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyber Stompin' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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===''Robot Replicas''===
[[File:Optimusprimemovierobotreplicas.jpg|thumb|Sword attachment arm sadly not included.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Robot Replica, 2007)
**''Accessories:'' Ion blaster arm
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)}}

: As part of the [[Robot Replicas]] line, this version of Optimus is a non-transforming action figure that utilizes [[Revoltech]]-style jointing. The sculpt hews much closer to the movie CGI model than is possible with the full transforming toys, plus the universal jointing of the line allows for his forearm to be replaced with his hand-cannon... or bits from other Robot Replicas.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RROptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Replica Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:WMTF2007RobotReplicasOpVsMegs.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron vs. Optimus Prime''' (Multi-pack, 2007)

: This [[Walmart]]-exclusive two-pack includes "battle-damaged" redecos of Robot Replicas Optimus Prime and [[Megatron (Movie)/toys|Megatron]].

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===Radio Shack===
;ZipZaps® Micro RC
[[File:Movie OptimusPrime ZipZaps.jpg|right|thumb|In Soviet Russia, Prime controls YOU!]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2007)
**''Model Number'': '''6000182'''

: Optimus Prime is one of the first Transformers characters licensed by [[RadioShack]] for their ZipZaps line of pocket-size radio control cars. As a ZipZap, Optimus can be customized, trimmed, and tuned with any other accessories available for the brand. He has working headlights and requires four "AAA" batteries for the charger.

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===Bakery Crafts===
[[File:BakeryCraftsMovieCakeOptimusPrime.jpg|right|upright=0.85|thumb|Balancing is not his strong suit.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Cake topper, 2007)

: Yes, a cake topper. From Bakery Crafts (yes, that's their name), this toy was only available by purchasing a ''Transformers''-brand cake (or set of 24 cupcakes) with delicious blue-and-red flame-pattern frosting. The toy transforms from semi cab to robot. He falls over a lot.

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===Battling Robots Bubble Bath===
[[File:Optimus prime bubblebath.jpg|right|upright=0.85|thumb|Bathtime fun is the right of all sentient beings.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2007)

:Optimus Prime's torso attaches to the bottle of bubble bath. His elbows bend, and his arms have a punching gimmick, to allow him to battle evil even in the shower. Pushing a lever on either side makes the respective fist punch forward. He's removable, though not as easily held without the bottle below his waist.

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===XKites===
[[File:Movie XKites OptimusPrime SkyDelta52.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|A Jetpower prime prototype. They cut this model due to the lack of any legs.]]
*'''SkyDelta 52 Transformers Kite''' (2007)

:[[XKites]] made several poly delta kites with stock images of ''Transformers'' characters printed on them. This model had a 52" wingspan and a fibreglass airframe, and featured an image of Optimus Prime.
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===Basic Fun===
[[File:2007MovieBasicFunKeychains.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Articulated keychain''' (2007)

: Produced by [[Basic Fun]], this keychain is a likeness of Optimus Prime's robot mode with articulated arms, legs, head, waist, and a keyring sticking out of his ass.

*'''Slide puzzle keychain''' (2007)

: Produced by Basic Fun, this keychain is a likeness of Optimus Prime's robot mode attached to a sliding puzzle frame. The puzzle itself is the Autobot symbol.

*'''Talking keychain''' (2007)

: Produced by Basic Fun, this keychain features several clips of Prime's voice.

*'''Projector carabiner''' (2007)

: Yet another Basic Fun joint, this is a carabiner that shines a Bat-Signal like image of Optimus Prime onto a flat surface. Neat.

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===Transformers Movie Danglers===
[[File:Movie Optimus Prime dangler.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2007)

:Released by [[Gacha International|Tomy Yujin]] in November 2007 as part of the [[Danglers Collection]], this toy is a weird plastic [[Super deformed|super-deformed]] version of Optimus Prime that pops out his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] when you squeeze him. This little figurine has a little strap on it so that it can be put on cell phones or portable gaming devices.

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===Transformers Movie Screen Cleaners===
[[File:Movie Optimus Prime Screencleaner.jpg|right|upright=0.85|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2008)

:Released by Tomy Yujin on January 2008, this dangler is a faction logo-shaped screen cleaner for your cell phone, with a stock image of Optimus Prime printed on the other side.

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===''Unleashed''===
[[File:Movie2007 Unleashed OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|Optimus Prime's flames: They're more than just a paint job.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2008)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)}}

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===Health Science Labs===
[[File:Bye-Bye Boo-Boo.jpg|right|upright=0.85|thumb|[[Blitzwing (Animated)|Yet]] [[Scattorshot (Cybertron)|another]] [[Jetfire (G1)|frozen]] [[Megatron (Movie)/toys|Transformer]].]]
*'''Bye-Bye Boo-Boo''' (2009???)

:'''Bye-Bye Boo-Boo''' is a therapeutic icey thingy. It helps make your boo-boo's all better so you feel all better! The outside looks like Optimus Prime and feels really soft. It has a {{w|Cold pack|squishy thing}} you can pull out too. But remember, you gotta put it the freezer for two WHOLE hours before you can use it.

:The art of Optimus is from the ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]]''-style renditions of the live-action movie Optimus Prime and [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] created for Hasbro licensing.

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==Burger King==
[[File:MovieMerchandise-BurgerKingOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67| Butt-Scratch Prime! Hey, at least he isn't taking anyones faces...]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2007)
:The BK tie-in toy of Optimus Prime is essentially two toys in one. The first part of the toy consists of two truck halves, which snap together around a sculpted robot mode Optimus Prime. The truck is squat and primarily blue, with outbursts of chalk-gray paint and red flames. Pulling back and letting go activates the gimmick: Prime "drives" forward and bursts from the truck mode, "transformed" to robot mode. This gimmick has marginal success.

:The "robot mode" of Optimus Prime is where the pullback motor and working wheels of the toys lie. Optimus is sculpted in blue plastic, pre-posed in an odd, crouching position with zero points of articulation. His right knee is bent back, with his right arm touching his knee, while the left side has the leg forward and the left hand holding onto his butt. The toy is as sparsely painted as the truck, with light blue eyes and chest windows, gray hands and feet among other parts, and red forearms. Two panels on his back have red flame tongues on them. He looks like he's scratching his butt.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/BKOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Burger King Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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[[File:ROTFMerchandise-BurgerKingOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|"No need for you to give me your face—I have a spare."]]
*'''Ultimate Prime''' (2009)
:This small statuette of Optimus comes with a Blackbird plane representing [[Jetfire (Movie)|Jetfire]]'s [[alternate mode]]. The plane splits in two, and the two parts can be clipped onto Optimus to replicate the climax to ''Revenge of the Fallen''. The front section of the plane has a black Optimus face which sits in front of Optimus's own face.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/BKOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Ultimate Prime at TFU.info]''
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[[File:BurgerKingDOTMOptimusPrimeBigHead.jpg|thumb|right|Now he's nothing but face!]]
*'''Flip-Out Optimus Prime''' (2011)
:Part of the 2011 [[Burger King]] ''Dark of the Moon'' promotion, Optimus Prime is a simple figure with [[Super deformed|bobble-head-like]] proportions, but is otherwise reasonably accurate to his on-screen appearance. The entirety of his body flips out of his enormous head when it is opened. A similar gimmick is present in all the toys part of this promotion. Pushing the button on his chest makes him say "Autobots, roll out!" There is an on/off switch on his back.
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==''Titanium Series''==
[[File:Movie TitaniumRM Prime.jpg|130px|thumb|"Groovy!"]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (3" Robot Masters, 2007)
**''Accessories:'' Movie-style Autobot sigil display stand.

: Partially constructed of die-cast metal, this small three inch figurine of Optimus Prime has a CGI-accurate sculpt compared to the larger toys, owing to the fact it does not need to transform at all. He is sculpted with his Ion Blaster in his right fist, and is articulated at the neck, shoulders and waist. He comes with a small movie-style Autobot sigil display stand.

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[[File:Titanium-Series-Robot-Masters-Optimus-Prime-3-pack.jpg|200px|thumb]]
*'''Ultimate Optimus Prime 3-Pack''' (3" Robot Masters multi-pack, 2007)

: This Target-exclusive set contains the normal 3" [[Titanium Series]] Optimus Prime figurine (see above), a Protoform Optimus Prime figurine, and Optimus Prime in his Earth-mode truck form, making this the first time a character has appeared in their alternate mode as part of the Robot Masters sub-series.

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==''Revenge of the Fallen''==
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*'''Optimus Prime Digital Watch''' (2009)
: Released alongside a [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#ROTFWatch|Bumblebee]] version, this LCD digital watch to a squat version of Optimus Prime. It can be removed from the wristband and converted into [[robot mode]] much like the [[Kronoform]]-origin Transformers of years past. It was later released with new decorations as the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise#DotMWatch|Optimus Prime Cool Changing LCD Watch]] and the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise#TLKWatch|Optimus Prime LCD Watch]].

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*'''Optimus Prime (Robot mode)''' (Surprise Cup, 2009)
: A small figurine based on Optimus Prime in his robot mode, with an attached cord on top to be used as either a keychain or a cellphone dangler, was one of eight possible miniatures that could be found as a freebie in the bottom of each [[Nestlé]] [[Surprise Cup]]. Interestingly, these first started popping up in European ice cream booths around March 2009, a good couple of months before the usual assortment of toys and merchandise for Revenge of the Fallen hit retail shelves.

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*'''Optimus Prime (Truck mode)''' (Surprise Cup, 2009)
: Another one of the possible freebies was Optimus Prime in his truck mode, being oddly molded in a very azure shape of blue.

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*'''Optimus Prime Voice Changer''' (2009)

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[[File:3D-optimus-prime-costume.jpg|right|120px|thumb|Trick or treat, smell my feet, GIVE ME YOUR FACE!]]
*'''Optimus Prime Halloween costume''' (2009)

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[[File:ROTF OptimusPrime Popboxstatue.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Statuette''' (2010)
**''Accessories:'' One set of open hands (left & right), one set of closed fists (left & right), two Energon Swords (left & right)

:Released by [[PopBox Collectibles]], this rather expensive, 12-inch tall polystone statue of Optimus Prime features over 100 individual parts, is hand-painted with water-slide decals of his flame patterns, and features two sets of hands and Energon Swords. The statue comes packaged with a certificate of authenticity, for those people who want proof that some factory in China produced this expensive piece of mass-market merchandising.

:His head is hilariously over-sized... for a Transformer. If he were human, it would be fine.
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===Missile Mania Board Game===
*'''Optimus Prime'''
: Optimus is one of eight characters featured in the [[Missile Mania]] board game, represented by a small standee adorned with artwork of the character.
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===''RPMs - Robot Powered Machines''===
====Mini-Vehicles====
[[File:ROTF RPMs OptimusPrime.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2009)
**''Series:'' '''Commander Series'''
**''Number:'' '''01 of 04'''

:Optimus Prime's first toy in the ''[[Robot Powered Machines]]'' subline is a "Mini-Vehicle"—a small, non-transforming version of his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. A sculpted image of Prime's robot mode can be seen on the truck's underside. He features through-axle construction similar to the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bot]]s, letting him zip along smooth surfaces (and compatible racetrack sets) at high speed.

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[[File:ROTF-toy RPM OptimusPrime vs Bonecrusher.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime Vs. Bonecrusher''' (2009)
**''Series:'' '''Battle Series'''
**''Number:'' '''03 of 08'''

:Mini-Vehicle Optimus Prime was also available in a two-pack with [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]]. The toy is identical to its "Commander Series" release.

:In Europe, the names on the package are "[[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]] Vs. [[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]]" for some reason. Oooh boy.

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[[File:RPMOptimusPrimeVsDesertLongHaul.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime Vs. Desert Long Haul''' (2010)
**''Series:'' '''Battle Series 2'''
**''Number:'' '''04 of 06'''

:Mini-Vehicle Optimus Prime was redecoed in colors similar to "Defender Optimus Prime" as part of a two-pack with [[Long Haul (ROTF)|Desert Long Haul]].

:This two-pack was either not shipped to stores in the United States at all or saw extremely limited distribution. It was mainly available in foreign markets, such as Europe.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2010)
**''Series:'' '''N.E.S.T. Global Alliance'''
**''Number:'' '''02 of 04'''

: N.E.S.T. Optimus Prime is a redeco of the RPM mold. His red and blue colors are darker and the flames to the side are replaced with stripes with [[NEST]] insignias on it. His underside robot mode relief is painted silver, with bits of blue here and there.

: His [[stock photography]] shows his robot mode being painted in his standard colors, while his vehicle has some additional details not present in the final toy: The tops of his toolboxes are painted in silver, his cab roof is painted red and has blue flames, and some additional flames are present on the rear wheel covers. The stripes are also shown to slope down more. His headlights also seem to be painted, although that may just be the shiny prototype airbrushing.

: This toy was either not shipped to stores in the United States at all or saw extremely limited distribution. It was mainly available in foreign markets, such as Asia.
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====Radio Control====
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[[File:ROTF RPMradiocontrol OptimusPrime.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2009)
**''Series:'' '''Radio Control'''

: Radio Control Optimus Prime is a non-transforming remote-control car with a controller shaped like his robot mode. Batteries (of Hasbro's own [[Powrfuel]] brand) were included for the controller, but not for the car.

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===Robo-Q Transformers===
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2009)

:This tiny radio-controlled [[Robo-Q]] Optimus Prime figure can be charged by directly plugging him into the back of the controller unit, and on a full charge he can waddle around a flat surface. The figure features lights while the controller has sounds.

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===''Transformers Wacky Wobblers''===
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[[File:WackyWobblers ROTFOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=0.85]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2009)

: This Optimus Prime {{w|bobblehead}} is part of the popular ''[[Wacky Wobblers]]'' line produced by {{w|Funko}}. Naturally, has a big ol' wobbly head but not much else.

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===Transformers Backpacks===
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2009)

:Made by [[F*A*B Starpoint]], these backpacks are allegedly "engineered for style, safety, comfort...and saving the Universe!" One design is black with red and blue highlights and a stock image of Optimus Prime, while the other features a much more fiery colour scheme, covered with Cybertronic hieroglyphs and a stock image of Optimus Prime with his energy sword drawn.
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===Basic Fun===
[[File:TF-ROTF-Basic-Fun-Jetpower-Optimus-Prime-Keychain.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Articulated keychain''' (2009)

: Produced by [[Basic Fun]], this keychain is a likeness of Power Up Optimus Prime's robot mode with articulated arms, legs, head, waist, and a keyring sticking out of his ass.
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*'''Mini Figural Clip-Ons''' (2009)

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===Figure Collection===
[[File:ROTF-Merchandise Figure Collection Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=0.85]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2010)
**''Accessories:'' Stand
:The [[Figure Collection]] edition of Optimus Prime is based on his [[#Leader_Class_toys|2007 Leader class toy]], and has his sword molded onto his right arm.

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===McDonald's===
[[File:McDonaldsROTFOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=0.85|Takes your face then blasts your skull.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Happy Meal, 2010)
:Part of the 2010 [[McDonald's]] ''Revenge of the Fallen'' promotion, Optimus does not transform but has a few gimmicks to make up for it. On his right arm he is armed with both a flip-out sword and his blaster. Turning the switch on the underside of the gun from off to on will then allow the red button top to light up a red LED. Optimus is articulated at shoulders and hips, and features pale blue light piping. He was only available during week 1 of the promotion, and came with an instruction sheet that doubles as an ad for [[McWorld]], featuring an exclusive code for the website.

:It is very likely that should the battery in Optimus's light up gimmick die, replacing it would be exceedingly difficult due to the unique style of screw McDonald's uses for its free toys.

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===Piñata===
[[File:ROTFmerchandise-OptimusPrimePinata.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.22|"[[Fandom|We]] would have waited an eternity for this! It's over, Prime."]]
*'''Optimus Prime Piñata'''
: Enact the true Revenge of the Fallen by beating Optimus Prime to pieces. Instead of the Matrix of Leadership, his chest cavity can be filled with candy. (not included)
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==''Transformers'' (2010)==
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[[File:TF2010 roleplay OpCyberSword.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime Cyber Sword''' (Roleplay, 2010)

:This role play toy weapon of Optimus Prime's Energon Sword features a handle like a traditional sword, rather than attaching to the user's arm in some manner. (Amusingly, Optimus Prime would do this in the [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|third film]].)

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[[File:TF2010 OptimusPrime helmet.jpg|thumb|right|Optimus Prime gives you his face.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Roleplay, 2010)

:A simple plastic mask based on Optimus Prime's face.

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[[File:TF2010 OptimusPrime costume.jpg|thumb|right|...and his deco. (Wearer does not convert.)]]
*'''Optimus Prime Complete Child's Costume''' (Roleplay, 2010)

:An Optimus Prime costume consisting of a printed suit and a plastic mask (different from the one above).

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===''Power Bots''===
[[File:TF2010-toy PowerBots OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2010)

:''[[Power Bots]]'' Optimus Prime is similar to the Mega Power Bot from ''Revenge of the Fallen'', but depicts Prime's regular form with his swords deployed. He does not transform, but plays various sounds if you press his Autobot insignia or move his arms.

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==''Robot Heroes''==
[[File:RH Prime vs Blackout.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Booga-booga!]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Blackout''' (Two-pack, 2007)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

: Packaged with [[Blackout (Movie)#Robot Heroes|Blackout]], Optimus Prime is the standard ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' style of cute and cuddly. His arm is in the Ion Blaster mode, and unlike many ''Robot Heroes'', he's not crouching. He's highly posable for a ''Robot Heroes'' figure, featuring four points of articulation: both shoulders swivel, his neck turns, and he has a waist joint.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHMovieOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Single-pack, 2008)

: In some countries outside of North America, this Optimus Prime was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.

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[[File:Rhscorpprime.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|He's cute as he violently decapitates [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|rage-filled mechanoids]].]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Scorponok''' (Two-pack, 2007)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

: Packaged with [[Scorponok (Movie)#Robot Heroes|Scorponok]], Optimus Prime is now brandishing his sword arm weapon instead of the Ion Blaster. Sadly, the weapon is not film-accurate, being silver instead of orange. Notably, this was the first piece of Optimus Prime merchandise to have a mouth instead of a mouthplate. It is articulated at the neck and shoulders.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/RHOptimusPrimeBlade/optimusprime.htm More information on Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Movie RobotHeroes BestBuy Cliffjumper OptimusPrime.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Otherwise known as Needs-a-Bathimus Prime.]]
*'''Optimus Prime with Battle Damage & Cliffjumper''' (Best Buy Movie DVD Exclusive two-pack, 2007)

: Packaged with [[Cliffjumper (Movie)#Robot Heroes|Cliffjumper]], this is a redeco of the first ''Robot Heroes'' figure in a battle damage paint job. It has all the articulation of the initial release, and boasts an extensive amount of paint apps, including a thorough "dirt wash" on the entire toy. It was sold exclusively in Best Buy stores, packaged with the two-disc special edition of the [[Transformers (film)|film]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/BestBuyOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Best Buy Exclusive Robot Heroes Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''

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*'''Optimus Prime with Battle Damage''' (Single-pack, 2008)

: "Battle Damage" Optimus Prime also saw release in a blindpack outside of North America.

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[[File:Robotheroesfinalbattle.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Remember that part of the movie where Prime glows blue with Allspark Power?]]
*'''The Final Battle''' (Multi-pack, 2008)

: "Optimus Prime with AllSpark Power" is another redeco of the first mold. He was packaged with redecoed versions of [[Jazz (Movie)#RHFinalBattle|Jazz]], [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#RHFinalBattle|Ratchet]], [[Blackout (Movie)#RHFinalBattle|Blackout]], and [[Megatron (Movie)/merchandise#RHFinalBattle|Megatron]]. The new deco is very similar to the original, but with added outbursts of AllSpark blue paint. The five-pack was sold exclusively at Walmart.

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[[File:Movie RobotHeroes BarricadeVsOptimusPrime.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb|Two-fisted justice!]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Barricade''' (Two-pack, 2008)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

: Packaged with [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#RHOptimus|Barricade]], this is the first Optimus Prime ''Robot Heroes'' figure to be unarmed. Sculpted in a two-fisted stance akin to the one he had when first arriving in Mission City, it boasts sharper sculpted detail than its predecessors. Articulation is the standard three points: both shoulders and his head.

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[[File:Robotheroesoptimusblackout.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|After two years, Blackout's still trying to purple nurple him.]]
*'''Optimus Prime & Blackout''' (Two-pack, 2009)
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

:The first ''Revenge of the Fallen'' release mirrors the very first movie ''Robot Heroes'' Optimus Prime pack, as he also comes with [[Blackout (Movie)#RHROTF|Blackout]]. While Blackout is a [[redeco]] of the previous mold, Optimus Prime is an all-new sculpt with two swords, reflecting the other Optimus Prime toys in the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline.

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[[File:RobotHeroes BattlefortheAllspark.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|right|Big-rig Prime.]]
*'''Battle for the AllSpark''' (Multi-pack, 2009)
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

:Packaged in a set depicting the battle in [[Mission City]] with [[Brawl (Movie)#RHBattleAllSpark|Brawl]], [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#RHBattleAllSpark|Ratchet]], [[Megatron (Movie)/merchandise#RHBattleAllSpark|Megatron]], [[Sam Witwicky#Robot Heroes|Sam Witwicky]], [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#RHBattleAllSpark|Starscream]] in fighter mode and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#RHBattleAllSpark|Bumblebee]] in car mode, this is the first Optimus Prime ''Robot Heroes'' figurine in truck mode. He has a very big rear.

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[[File:Robotheroesmegatronfallenprimejetfireironhide.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|right|The most adorable corpse suit ever.]]
*'''Battle of the Fallen''' (Multi-pack, 2009)
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}
:This ''Robot Heroes'' box set of figures comes with [[The Fallen/toys#Robot Heroes|The Fallen]], [[Megatron (Movie)/merchandise#RHBattleFallen|Megatron]] in tank mode, [[Jetfire (Movie)#Robot Heroes|Jetpower]] Optimus Prime, and [[Ironhide (Movie)/toys#RHBattleFallen|Ironhide]] in truck mode.

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[[File:Robotheroestwinswidewaysprimedemolishorsideswipe.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|Otherwise known as the "What Geneva Convention?" set.]]
*'''Shanghai Shootout''' (Multi-pack, 2009)
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:"Shanghai Shootout" replicates the opening action scene from ''Revenge of the Fallen'', featuring figurines of [[Skids (ROTF)#RHShanghai|Skids]] & [[Mudflap (ROTF)#RHShanghai|Mudflap]] in ice cream truck mode, [[Sideways (ROTF)#RHShanghai|Sideways]] in vehicle mode, Optimus Prime, [[Demolishor (ROTF)#Robot Heroes|Demolishor]], and [[Sideswipe (Movie)/toys#RHShanghai|Sideswipe]] in vehicle mode. This is a different Optimus Prime mold, unarmed and posed as if he's stomping the ground, or jumping onto Demolishor like the money shot first seen in the teaser trailer.

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[[File:ROTF Robot Heroes Board Game.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Robot Heroes Game: Optimus Prime vs. Megatron''' (Two-pack, 2009)
:This ''Robot Heroes''-inspired board game comes with a redeco of the first ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime mold alongside a redecoed [[Megatron (Movie)/merchandise#RHGame|Megatron]].
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==''Mighty Muggs''==
[[File:MightyMuggs MovieOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=0.85|Gwwrr.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2009)

: This [[super deformed|super-deformed]], non-transformable Optimus Prime figure uses the standard [[Mighty Muggs]] body template, with swivel joints in his neck and arms. Like the rest of his wave, Optimus Prime was an exclusive at Diamond Distributors and [[Toys"R"Us]] stores.

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==''Speed Stars''==
===Mini-Vehicles===
[[File:SpeedStars MetalHeroes OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|"I don't care that it's Actionmasters II, '''I WILL BE IN EVERY DAMN IMPRINT.'''"]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2010)
**''Series:'' '''Metal Heroes'''
**''Number:'' '''03 of 08'''

: ''[[Speed Stars]]'' "Metal Heroes" Optimus Prime is a [[redeco]] of the RPM Optimus mold with the same color layout but less paint details. Among other changes, he no longer has silver paint on his roof nor his sculpted robot mode.

: During the period between 26 December 2010 and 31 January 2011, Hasbro ran their "Supercharge Your Holidays" promotion: for every $20 spent on Hasbro-branded product, customers could receive a free, random product from a list provided by Hasbro. Among the items on the list were "Transformers Combiners and Speed Star Mini-Vehicle" and "Transformers Activator and Speed Star Mini-Vehicle." According to [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=75487 this discussion thread on Allspark.com], Speed Stars Metal Heroes Optimus Prime was one of the figures distributed.

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[[File:SpeedStars CyberHunt OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|Pimp my Prime.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2010)
**''Series:'' '''Cyber Hunt'''
**''Number:'' '''02 of 04'''

: Cyber Hunt Optimus Prime is a redeco of the RPM mold done up in black, red and silver. He's decorated with [[cyberglyphics]], the number 17972 and a winged Decepticon symbol.

: During the period between 26 December 2010 and 31 January 2011, Hasbro ran their "Supercharge Your Holidays" promotion: for every $20 spent on Hasbro-branded product, customers could receive a free, random product from a list provided by Hasbro. Among the items on the list were "Transformers Combiners and Speed Star Mini-Vehicle" and "Transformers Activator and Speed Star Mini-Vehicle." According to [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=75487 this discussion thread on Allspark.com], Speed Stars Cyber Hunt Optimus Prime was one of the figures distributed.

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[[File:SpeedStars NEST OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|NEST are Serious and hate bright colours.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2010)
**''Series:'' '''N.E.S.T. Global Alliance'''
**''Number:'' '''02 of 03'''

: The Speed Stars version of N.E.S.T. Optimus Prime has his various parts cast in red instead of brown, his red and blue parts are lighter, and he lacks a great deal of [[paint operation]]s in general. Specifically, only his cab and rims are painted, and the stripes on his sides lack the black pin-striping and no longer go beyond the truck nose. His NEST insignias are now black and red instead of white and red, while he regains the flames on his roof. His underside is now blue, with his robot mode lacking the silver and blue paint, instead having some red paint here and there.

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[[File:SpeedStars BattleSeries OptimusVSBonecrusher.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|"W-Wait... y-y-you want me to fight someone ''when I can't decapitate them?!'' Game over, Hasbro! GAME OVER!"]]
*'''Optimus Prime VS Bonecrusher''' (2010)
**''Series:'' '''Battle Series 2'''
**''Number:'' '''03 of 06'''

: This two-pack, originally sold in the RPMs line but which saw limited release in the US, contains Optimus Prime and a green [[Bonecrusher (Movie)|Bonecrusher]]. While Optimus's card art shows him with a silver hood, the toy itself is apparently identical to the single-packed Metal Heroes Optimus Prime.

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[[File:SpeedStarsOptimusPrimeVsDesertLongHaul.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|"Stop it, Hasbro, stop it! I'M SCARED!"]]
*'''Optimus Prime VS Desert Long Haul''' (2010)
**''Series:'' '''Battle Series 2'''
**''Number:'' '''04 of 06'''

: Like the Bonecrusher pack, Optimus Prime VS [[Long Haul (ROTF)|Desert Long Haul]] was first available in the RPMs line. Optimus is similar to the RPM release of the pack (featuring a silver hood) but like all ''Speed Stars'' releases of RPM toys, he has fewer paint details.

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[[File:SpeedStars BeastMachines OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|I'm finally a dragon! YES! Wait, where are my wings?]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Series:'' '''Beast Machines'''
**''Number:'' '''1 of 3'''

: Representing Prime after being infused with the power of the world's dragons through biotech upgrades, Beast Machines Optimus gets his name from the silver logo on the sides of his sleeper compartment, which depicts a stylized version of his name against a large, horned dragon; in a reversal of the standard pattern, he also has blue flames on (the sides of) his red hood.

:The card back indicates that he was also supposed to have had a silver Autobot insignia on top of his sleeper compartment, silver flames on his doors, silver walls on his tires, and silver text beneath his logo. The card back also shows that the stamped copyright information on his robot form was to have been parallel to his wheels rather than to his head.

:The number "#33485" is stamped into the metal above his head, while "10821" is painted beneath his feet.

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[[File:SpeedStars MetalHeroes DOTM OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Series:'' '''Metal Heroes'''
**''Number:'' '''3 of 8'''

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[[File:SpeedStars Mini-Vehicles StealthForce OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Series:'' '''Stealth Force'''
**''Number:'' '''1 of 5'''

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Series:'' '''Night Attack'''
**''Number:'' '''1 of 3'''
:A [[Black redeco]] of the above mold.

:The card back for the toy depicts an alternate color scheme for both modes. The depicted [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] sported a red and blue color scheme similar to his regular colors. The depicted robot mode, meanwhile, was solid grey.

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===Lights & Sounds===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Basic, 2010)

: Lights & Sounds Optimus Prime is a large, cutesified and child-friendly truck with various playing sounds and flashing lights. Like most ''RPM'' and ''Speed Stars'' toys, it has the character's robot mode sculpted on the underside.

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===''Stealth Force''===
====''Mini Changers''====
[[File:SpeedStars StealthForce MiniChangers OptimusPrimeVsStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime Vs. Starscream''' (2011)
:Mini-Changers Optimus Prime is a vehicular mode toy with an intermediate attack mode, and no actual robot mode. The toy is packaged with a PVC figure of Starscream.

:To transform(ish) Optimus you pull up the upper half of his vehicular mode, revealing tech details (some which could be guns... maybe), you rotate his fuel barrels forwards (guns?) and rotate the upper halves of his smoke stacks forwards (now that's definitely guns, right?). The result is an attack mode, so yeah, it's probably all guns.
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*'''Optimus Prime Vs. Megatron''' (2011)

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====''Stealth Force''====
[[File:SpeedStars StealthForce OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Accessories:'' 2 missiles

: The first electronic toy in the "Stealth Force" subline, this Optimus Prime is a truck without a robot mode that reveals a large number of hidden weapons via an entirely battery powered transformation by pushing a button on the rack behind the cab. Most of the weapons are non-firing, though guns concealed inside the engine feature two firing projectiles. The toy also has flashing lights, sound effects, and [[Peter Cullen]] voice clips.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/SFOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Stealth Force Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Accessories:'' 2 missiles

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==KLIK==
[[File:TF-ROTF-KLIK-Optimus-Prime-Candy-dispenser.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb|The candy's sweetness is guaranteed to make you feel like your face is getting peeled.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (KLIK candy dispenser, 2009)

:This KLIK candy dispenser, made by Au'some inc., features Optimus Prime's head on top. When you pull back a lever, it springs forward and launches the candy into your mouth, similar to PEZ. '''''CAUTION''''': Do ''not'' aim at face.

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==''Dark of the Moon''==
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*'''Optimus Prime Cool Changing LCD Watch''' (2011)
:A redecoration of the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise#ROTFWatch|''Revenge of the Fallen'' digital watch]], this features the movie flame deco that the original lacked.

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*'''Optimus Prime metal strap''' ([[July 14]], 2011)

:Available at Lawson chain of convenience stores in Japan, this metal strap is available for pre-order between May 1 and [[June 30]], and is to be mailed out from [[July 14]].

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[[File:DOTM Optimus Prime ATV Ride-On.jpg|thumb|right|"Toddlers! Roll Out!"]]
*'''Optimus Prime ATV Ride-On''' (2011)
:A small powered quad bike suitable for very young children to ride on. A button provides sound effects and even music.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
[[File:Airhedz_Optimus_Prime.jpg|thumb|right|Incoming message from the Big Giant Head!]]

: Released by [[Bluw]], the Optimus Prime AirHedz set comes with a giant inflatable headpiece with Optimus' face on it as well as an inflatable version of one of his his [[Dual Energon Swords|Energon Swords]]. It was released alongside [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#AirHedz|Bumblebee]] and [[Megatron (Movie)/merchandise#AirHedz|Megatron]] versions of the design.

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===Moose Mountain===
*'''Optimus Prime Rollout Wagon''' (2011)
:A wagon modelled after Optimus Prime's truck mode, this wagon can carry your toys with his trailer! He also features electronic phrases and sound effects, and a push of a button, makes an Optimus Prime figure pop out from his truck's hood!

:Do we mention that the stock photo and the packaging had a toy truck and a stuffed monkey being placed in that wagon?
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====''Revving Robots''====
[[File:DOTM RevvingRobots OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)

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====''Robo Fighters''====
[[File:DOTM Robofighters OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)

:''Robo Fighters'' Optimus Prime is a non-transforming action figure. His gimmick includes pushing his chest kibble down that pops out his weaponry. He has molded Energon sword (in it's deployed form) on his right arm.
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[[File:DOTM Robofighters Nightwatch Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|Because blue swords are known to be more effective during night ops.]]
*'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (2011)

:This redeco of ''Robo Fighters'' Optimus Prime features metallic blue for his limb parts, & light Allspark blue for some of the details & his Energon sword.

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===Basic Fun===
*'''Keychain''' (2011)
:This keychain is a likeness of Optimus Prime's robot mode, without any articulation, and with the hook for the keychain positioned on his upper back.

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====Roleplay====
[[File:DOTM CyberBlaster.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|Optimus Prime's own handheld Ironhide Cannon.]]
*'''Optimus Prime Cyber Blaster''' (2011)
**''Accessories'': 10 darts

:''Robo Power'' Optimus Prime Cyber Blaster is a ten-shot blaster that automatically rotates its turret upon cocking the blaster. When the trigger is pulled, it lights up and makes sounds. The lights emanate from the yellow spot in the center of the blaster. The effects can be turned off or on. The Autobot insignia can be seen in the center of the blaster barrel; lights emit from it when in use. Two "AA" batteries are needed to operate the sound effects and you cannot fire all bullets at once.

:In European countries, this blaster is known as the '''"Robot Heroes Optimus Prime Cyber Blaster"'''.
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*'''Optimus Prime Robo-Power Costume''' (Roleplay, 2011)

:This was an unchanged re-release of the 2010 Optimus Prime Complete Child's Costume.
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*'''Optimus Prime Cine-Mask''' (date)
[[File:DotM Robo Power Cine-Mask Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right]]

: Consisting of a halfd maskhis half mask doubled as a functional set of 3-D glasses for the [[RealD]] format. It also included a set of red and blue lens anaglyph 3-D glasses for use with the included poster.

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===Garoto===
[[File:DOTM_Easter_Optimus_Prime.jpg|300px|thumb|Can't I have some privacy here?]]
*'''Transformers: Dark of the Moon Easter egg''' (2012)

:Currently known to have only being available during the 2012 Easter season in [[Brazil]], local chocolate brand Garoto released a licensed ''Dark of the Moon''-themed chocolate egg that included a [[Blindpacking|blindpacked]] [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]] or Optimus Prime figure inside. Each figure is composed by two separate parts, the "robot mode" and the "vehicle mode".

:Optimus Prime's robot mode is a very simple mold cast in blue plastic with silver and red paint applications. His whole body is weirdly molded as if it's sitting in a chair or throne loosely based on parts of his vehicle mode. The actual vehicle, however, is a very little and flat approximation of his truck mode, smaller than a RPM and completely hollow when looked from underneath. The main gimmick of the figure is that, when the vehicle mode is placed inside the robot mode and the latter is standing on a smooth surface, pressing the robot's head will immediately launch the vehicle through his legs in "high speed". Thankfully, it does work better than Bumblebee's gimmick.

:The instructions show drawings way more detailed than the actual figure that are clearly based on the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys|original Leader class figure]] from the first ''Transformers'' movie toyline.

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==Dual Model Kit==
[[File:DOTM DualModelKit OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''DMK01'''
**''Accessories:'' Energon swords, alternate faceplate, Battle Hook parts (Preorder Campaign only)

:''Dual Model Kit'' Optimus Prime is a model kit released by TakaraTomy with pre-applied decals and pre-painted details on the parts molded in the runner. It is an incredibly-detailed figure, with many pieces (molded mainly in PS, PE, and ABS plastics) built around an articulated "skeleton." When fully assembled, he stands a few hairs shorter than the ROTF Leader class toy but is noticeably slimmer than his transformable counterpart. Optimus Prime comes with two swords, and two faces (battle mask and normal face). The swords can be attached by sitting on his forearms (in the manner seen in the movie) or they can replace his fists entirely. He also comes with an extra decal sheet, which optionally replaces the already-applied decals, if one wishes to repaint the pieces.

:Numerous reports have been made that his fingers are very loose and can detach easily, extra caution is recommended. Meanwhile, as with all of the non-undergated prepainted runners, cutting the pieces off the sprues may leave some marks, so any patch-up work on the paint details is needed.

:The separate Battle Hook parts (from ''Revenge of the Fallen'') are available with the kit if ordered through [[Toys"R"Us]] Japan's "DMK Optimus Prime Preorder Campaign" until June 12, Yodobashi Camera and Bic Camera also made a similar campaign after this.

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[[File:Dual-Model-Kit-DMK01-Optimus-Prime-(Clear).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime (Clear)''' (2011)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''DMK01'''
**''Accessories:'' Energon swords, alternate faceplate

: This DMK-01 is a clear version of the original DMK-01. Almost all pieces attached to the skeleton are translucent, with the frame retaining the original, opaque color. It is an Amazon exclusive in Japan and came with the Blu-Ray version of the third Transformers film.

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[[File:DOTM-DMKOptimusPrimeSpecialColorVersion.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime Special Color Version''' (2011)

: The "Special Color Version" of the Optimus Prime Dual Model Kit was given away to 4 people in total, through the October and November issues of ''Dengeki Hobby'' magazine. Either prior to or concurrent with the giveaways, they were used in window displays at UNIQLO clothing shops; the ones displayed at UNIQLO stores were shown with special stickers with a "UTF" logo as well as a special Autobot emblem with the letters UNIQLO in it.

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[[File:DMK03-Lost-Age-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime (Lost Age ver.)''' (December 2014)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''DMK03'''
**''Accessories:'' Two open hands, two fists, sword, "Vector" shield, "Sentinel" shield attachment, sword clip

:This Optimus Prime DMK model is based on his appearance in the ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'' film, as opposed to the mainline toys, which are based on the concept of art. Like the previous DMK models, he is very articulated, but his hands no longer feature individual finger articulation, most likely due to the fragility of said appendages in the previous DMK installments. Instead, he features two different pairs of hands, one pair designed to hold his sword, and another, more relaxed pair. He comes with his sword and 1 shield (compacted, with an extending gun barrel) with an optional deployed energy effect. There is also a small clip available to attach the sword to his back.

:Unlike the first DMK model, his flame tampographs are supplied by the included waterslide decals, which means you have to (carefully) apply them by yourself, so good luck.
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==''Revoltech''==
[[File:RevoltechOptimusPrimeMovie.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.4|Accept no [[Robot Replicas|imitations!]]]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2011/2015)
**''Series number:'' '''030'''
**''Legacy of Revoltech ID number:'' '''LR-049'''
**''Accessories:'' Two open hands, two fists, Energon sword, five guns, name plate
{{toydesigner|[[Yuki Ohshima]] (concept artist)}}

:Number 30 in the [[Revoltech]] Sci-Fi series, this non-transforming Optimus Prime is sculpted to resemble his ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'' appearance. His weapons can attach to several points on his body, or combine together into one giant unwieldy supergun.

:In 2015, Optimus Prime was reissued as part of the ''Legacy of Revoltech'' line, ''right after'' his Jet Wing counterpart below.

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[[File:TF-DOTM-Revoltech-SFX-Jetwing-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb]]
*'''Jet Wing Ver. Optimus Prime''' (2012/2015)
**''Series number:'' '''040'''
**''Legacy of Revoltech ID number:'' '''LR-044'''
**''Accessories:'' Two open hands, two fists, Jet Wing, Energon axe, Energon sword, sword handle adaptor, alternate head, display base, name plate

:This release of Revoltech Sci-Fi Optimus Prime is basically the same toy, but this time he comes with his Jet Wing attachment and several weapons from ''Dark of the Moon'' as well as an alternate head without his [[mouthplate]].

:In 2015, Jet Wing Ver. Optimus Prime was reissued as part of the ''Legacy of Revoltech'' line. He was reissued ''first'' before the figure above.

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==Tomica==
[[File:TF-Tomica-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (October 2011)

:''[[Tomica]]'' Optimus Prime is a die-cast non-transforming toy of his truck mode from ''Dark of the Moon'', complete with trailer. Like all Tomica toys & all [[Go-Bot (G2)#Toys|''Generation 2'' Go-Bots]] and [[Spychanger]]s, Optimus Prime features smooth-rolling axle/wheel construction that lets the toys be quickly zipped along smooth surfaces.

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[[File:TF-Tomica-Optimus-Black.jpg|thumb|[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|What did you know, 2011 Tomica marketing team? WHAT DID YOU KNOW?]]]]
*'''Optimus Prime Black Ver.''' (December 2011)

:A redeco of the previous ''Tomica'' Optimus Prime toy in the usual Black Optimus/[[Nemesis Prime (disambiguation)|Nemesis Prime]] color scheme: black with teal flames and red windows.

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*'''No. 148 Transformers Optimus Prime''' (9/15/2018)

:A new-mold toy of Optimus's truck mode from ''Age of Extinction'', "No. 148 Transformers Optimus Prime" was sold as part of the "Dream Tomica Series", a subline featuring exclusively fictional vehicles. Unlike the previous toys, it does not include a trailer.

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==Universal Studios==
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*'''Air Cannon''' (2013?) (Universal Studios)
[[File:Universal Studios Air Cannon.jpg|thumb|right]]

: This massive cannon features a handle you crank forward to pump the gun. Once you have pulling the trigger will fire a fairly underwhelming burst of air being fired.

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*'''Vanquish''' (2013?) (Universal Studios)
[[File:Universal Studios Vanquish.jpg|thumb|right]]

: The Vanquish is a large rifle roleplay toy sporting Optimus Prime's flame deco. Pulling the trigger causes it to light up and play sound effects. Additionally the pins on the barrel will pop it rotates. This seems to be a particularly popular roleplay items at Universal Studios, being sold since [[Suppy Vault]] first opened to at least 2024.

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*'''Voice Changer''' (2013?)
[[File:Universal_Studios_Optimus_Prime_Voice_Changer.jpg|thumb|right]]

: Sporting Optimus Prime's head on the end of a megaphone-style device, this voice changer has multiple modes to makes you sound more robot-like.

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*'''Wrist Blaster''' (?)
[[File:Universal Studios Wrist Blaster.jpg|thumb|right]]

: Featuring Optimus Prime's blue and red flame decoration, this forearm mounted blaster weapon has a hand grip with a button at then end. Given the clar orange barrels, this button would likely activate it's light up electronics. As this item has only been seen once on a single [[eBay]] auction<ref>https://www.ebay.com/itm/233047233540</ref> without packaging, it's unclear what the item's actual name is.

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==''Thrilling 30''==
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Collectible Figurine, 2014)
**''Series / Number:'' '''1 / #11'''
**''Accessories:'' Collector's base
:A super-deformed Optimus Prime was released among the blindpacked [[Thrilling 30#Collectible Figurines|''Thrilling 30'' Collectible Figurines]] by [[Goldie Marketing]]. He comes with a base to help him stand, a collector's card that doubles as a puzzle piece, and a checklist.

*'''Collectible Figurines''' (5-pack, 2014)
**''Series:'' '''1'''
**''Accessories:'' 5 Collector's bases
:The same Optimus Prime figurine was also available in a 5-pack alongside [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Thrilling 30|Megatron]], [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#Thrilling 30|Ratchet]], [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Thrilling 30|Starscream]] and [[Sentinel Prime (ROTF)#Thrilling 30|Sentinel Prime]].

*'''Optimus Prime 3-pack''' (3-pack, 2014)
**''Series:'' '''1'''
**''Accessories:'' 3 Collector's bases
:The same Optimus Prime figurine was ''also'' available in a 3-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/merchandise#Thrilling 30|''Prime'' Optimus Prime]] and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Thrilling 30|Generation 1 Optimus Prime]].
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==''Age of Extinction''==
* '''Autobot Functional Weapon Optimus Prime Sword''' (2014)
[[File:AoE merch - Optimus Prime and Drift swords.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]

: A replica of Optimus Prime's Sword of Judgment, this item was released alongside a role-play version of [[Drift (AOE)|Drift's]] katana. Both swords feature lights and sounds. These appear to only have been released in the [[China|Chinese]] market.

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*'''Optimus Prime Role Play Deluxe Set''' (2014)

: Released by [[King Bee Limited]] this roleplay toy set contains a mask, a sword and shield based on the Vector Shield and the [[Sword of Judgment]], chest armor, and forarm armor. The shield is noted as having a color changing gimmick, but due to limited information avalible on this item, it's unclear if the color change on the shield is electronic, heat sensitivity, or some other method. This item was released exclusivly to [[Toys"R"Us]] in [[Asia]]n markets, with a sticker on the back of the package indicating it was imported to [[China]], [[Hong Kong]], [[Malaysia]], [[singapore]], [[Taiwan]], and [[Thailand]].

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*'''Optimus Prime Mask''' (2014)
[[File:AoE Optimus Prime Mask.jpg|thumb]]
:Another release of the gimmick-less mask ''which is merely just a redeco of the Transformers: Prime [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/merchandise#BattleMask|Optimus Prime Battle Mask]] in Age of Extinction packaging''. The only deco changes for the mask is the lighter shade of blue.
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===Target===
* '''Optimus Prime''' (Gift Card, [[2014]])

:Available at Target stores, this version of gift card Optimus is a repaint of the other gift card Optimus. He features new tampographs to change his visage to Prime's new body from [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|''Age of Extinction'']], but is otherwise the same.

===3D Light FX===
[[File:3DLightFX OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
* '''Optimus Prime''' (3D Deco Light, 2015)
: A three-dimensional wall light fixture from [[3D Light FX]] in the form of Optimus Prime's head. It uses blue LED lights for the eyes, with a red light outlining the whole head from behind, and is battery powered. It comes with a sticker in the form of a wall crack, which is meant to look as though Optimus's head is breaking through the wall.
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===Funrise Toys===
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[[File:Optimus Prime plush sword.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
* '''Battle Blades Optimus Prime Plush Sword''' (2014)
:Released by [[Funrise Toys]], this plush [[roleplay toy]] version of the Sword of Judgment features electronic sound effect noises.

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===Kellogg's===
*'''Optimus Prime Pencil Topper (2014)
:A static, non-transforming (obviously!) Optimus Prime pencil topper figure will be included as a freebie from any Kellogg's cereal (Frosties, Coco Pops/Loops/Flakes, Froot Loops, and (probably) Cookie Crisp.

:So far, the pencil toppers are available in Malaysia.
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===HTI Toys===
[[File:TF-AOE-HTI-Optimus-Prime-Challenge-Trackset.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Challenge''' (Track Set, 2014)
**''Accessories'': Tracks, Bumblebee car, Lockdown car, Bumblebee dartboard coaster, Lockdown dartboard coaster

:Optimus Prime Challenge is a non-transforming ''[[Hot Wheels (franchise)|Hot Wheels]]''-style trackset that includes similarly non-transforming Bumblebee & Lockdown in vehicle mode, both equipped with pull-back motor gimmicks to facilitate zipping around the included loop of track and exiting through the flip-down front grill of the truck, ideally careening into one of two round targets decorated with art of the aforementioned characters. The trailer folds up into a convenient carrying case with flip-out handle that allows you to pick up and carry the whole thing to... wherever you'd want to bring an Optimus Prime-themed trackset, really.

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===''Robots in Disguise'' (2014)===
====''Titan Heroes/Guardians''====
[[File:Titan-hero-aoe-optimus-prime-figures.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Believe me, '''no''' one wants them after they're announced.]]
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Titan Heroes, 2014)
:A 12-inch non-transforming figure of Optimus Prime with five points of articulation. Like all Titan figures, he is a durable, minimally-painted figure with somewhat unfortunate proportions.
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*'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (Titan Heroes, 2014)
:A Target-exclusive redeco of the Titan Heroes Optimus Prime toy, molded in dull silver plastic, coated in gold spray folds, and features ''very'' minimal paint apps, which only limited to the eyes & the Autobot Insignia.
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Titan Guardians, 2014)
:A 16-inch, simplified non-transforming statue of Optimus Prime with five points of articulation, based on the 'Evasion Mode' design.
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Titan Hero with weapon, 2014)
**''Accessories:'' Sword
:A new-mold 12-inch non-transforming figure of 'Silver Knight' Optimus Prime with five points of articulation and a sword accessory. He has appeared only as an Australian [[Big W]] exclusive.
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Electronic Titan Heroes, 2014)
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**''Accessories:'' Sword
:A new-mold 12-inch non-transforming figure of 'Evasion Mode' Optimus Prime with five points of articulation, a sword accessory, and electronic sound effects activated by pressing his Autobot insignia. In the US and UK he is exclusive to [[Kmart]] and [[Argos]] respectively. Unfortunately, he is not available in Malaysian toy markets.
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===Amazon Exclusive Age of Extinction Blu-Ray DVD Statue===
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*''' Grimlock and Optimus Collectible Statue''' (Amazon Exclusive Blu-Ray, 2014)
:An [[Amazon]] exclusive 7¼ inch statue of Optimus Prime riding Grimlock and waving his sword.
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===Hexbug===
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2014) ''(Nano)''

:A smaller Hexbug redecoed to resemble the aesthetic of ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus Prime.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2014) ''(Warriors)''

:A medium-sized, more armed Hexbug is also similarly redecoed as well.

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*'''Silver Knight''' (2014) ''(Nano)''
[[File:SilverKnightNanoHexbugs.jpg|thumb|right]]

:A Hexbug meant to resemble the [[Silver Knight (AOE)|Silver Knight]] AOE Optimus Prime.

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*'''Silver Knight''' (2014) ''(Warriors)''

:A Hexbug meant to resemble the Silver Knight AOE Optimus Prime.

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===IMC Toys===
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*'''Optimus Prime Light & Sounds Battle Mask'''{{sic}} (2014)
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:Released by [[IMC Toys]], this mask features blue light up optics and four noises; two separate sets of metallic sword clangs and [[Peter Cullen]] as Optimus Prime saying "My name is Optimus Prime" and "Bumblebee, come in, Bumblebee".

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*'''Optimus Prime Mega Laser''' (2014)
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: This Optimus Prime themed pistol and breastplate allows you to play against the included [[Bumblebee (Movie/Merchendise#MegaLaser|Bumblebee set]]. Players can shoot infrared beams of light to hit an opponent 6 times to win. It features electronic noises and [[laser emitting diodes|LED]] light up. This set was only released in some [[Europe|Europian]] regions such as the [[United Kingdom]].
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*'''Optimus Prime Intercom mask''' (date)
[[File:Optimus Prime & Bumblebee Intercom Masks.JPG|thumb|right]]

: Using the Optimus Prime Light & Sounds Battle Mask mold, this mask was included as part of a set with a [[Bumblebee (Movie)/Merchindise#Intercom|Bumblebee]] version, with included electronics allowing them to act as walkie-talkies. Each mask can speak and listen at the same time. This set only saw release in some [[Europe|Europian]] and [[Middle East]]ern countries.

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===''Mecha Nations''===
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*'''Optimus Prime (Age of Extinction)''' (2014)
**''ID Number:'' '''MN04'''
**''Accessories:'' [[Sword of Judgment]], Sentinel Shield, alternate hands, display stand.

:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this [[super deformed]] ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus Prime stands 6" tall and is articulated. He features a metallic color scheme, replacement hands and LED light up eyes. Unfortunately, like most of Hasbro's AOE Optimus toys, he is quite inaccurate to the film by virtue of being based on non-final concept art.
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*'''Grimlock (Age of Extinction)''' (2015)
**''ID Number:'' '''MN11'''
**''Accessories:'' Optimus Prime, display stand.

:A miniature Optimus Prime is included with [[Kids Logic]]'s Mecha Nations [[Grimlock (AOE)#Mecha Nations|Grimlock]] figure. He is articulated, wields mini versions of the Sword of Judgment and Sentinel Shield, and can be placed on Grimlock's back to recreate the scene from [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|the film]].
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===Top Cau===
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*'''Transformers: Age of Extinction Easter egg''' (2015)

:In 2015, Brazilian chocolate manufacturer Top Cau released a pair of ''Age of Extinction''-themed Easter eggs exclusive to Lojas Americanas (a popular Brazilian chain store) that came with a large cup based on either Optimus Prime's or Bumblebee's head. The head could be opened in half vertically to remove the actual cup from inside, which was just a regular looking cup colored red for Prime and cyan for Bee. Also available was a smaller chocolate egg that included either an Autobot or Decepticon insignia keychain.
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==''Pop!''==
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)
**''ID number:'' '''101'''

:Released as part of the ''Pop! Movies'' segment, [[Funko Pop!|Funko]]'s ''Pop!'' Optimus Prime is a super deformed vinyl figure based on his appearance in ''Age of Extinction''.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)
**''ID number:'' '''101'''

:A Barnes & Noble exclusive redeco of the figure above, this version of Optimus Prime features a more metallic paintjob.

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[[File:AOE Funko Pop Hot Topic Sword Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|200px]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)
**''ID number:'' '''110'''

:A Hot Topic exclusive retool of the same figure, this version comes with Prime's Energon sword attached to his right hand.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2023)
**''ID number:'' '''1372'''

:Released as part of a ''Rise of the Beasts''-themed batch of ''Pop! Movies'', this Optimus Prime vinyl figure is based on the character's appearance in said movie and is molded doing a pose and holding his blaster.
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==Prime 1 Studio==
===''Museum Masterline''===
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime DOTM.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)
**''Movie:'' '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-02''' / '''02EX-B''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, head base, 2 Energon swords, Energon axe, Mega Striker, Valiant Shield, Megatron's shotgun (exclusive)

:[[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Museum Masterline'' Optimus Prime is a huge non-transforming sculpture based on his ''Dark of the Moon'' appearance. The statue is made of polystone along with some other materials and features LED lights on his eyes and waist.

:For a statue, he comes with an impressive amount of accessories: a pair of Energon swords, an Energon axe, the Mega Striker cannon and the Valiant Shield, as well as alternate heads with Prime's face exposed and covered up by his battle mask. The unused head can be displayed like a bust with an included base. The exclusive version also comes with Megatron's shotgun, which Optimus infamously takes in the end of the movie.

:The standard version is limited to 2000 pieces while the exclusive version is limited to 650 pieces.

:This statue's head is interchangeable with the ''Premium Bust'' heads below.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime Grimlock.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Grimlock''' (2015)
**''Movie:'' '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-05OP'''
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate sword holding hand, Vector Shield, alternate pair of legs

:The exclusive version of the [[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Museum Masterline'' [[Grimlock (AOE)#Prime 1 Studio|Grimlock]] statue comes with an Optimus Prime and a good amount of accessories for him.

:He includes two right hands holding the Sword of Judgement in different poses, a Vector Shield that can be attached to his left arm or back, and alternate legs for standing up or riding Grimlock. He also has his own little base that can be integrated to Grimlock's larger base.

:This version of Grimlock was limited to 1750 pieces.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime Knight.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Knight Edition''' (2015)
**''Movie:'' '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-07'''
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, head base

:This version of ''Museum Masterline'' Optimus Prime is based on his ''Age of Extinction'' appearance, specifically the moment when he receives an upgrade from the Sword of Judgement, and also features light-up eyes.

:He comes with alternate heads with Prime's face exposed and covered up by his battle mask, and the unused head can be displayed like a bust with an included base.

:This statue was limited to 500 pieces.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime Gold.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Knight Edition Gold Version''' (2016)
**''Movie:'' '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-07GL'''
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, head base

:A gold redeco of the statue above, also featuring light-up eyes and including the same accessories.

:This statue was limited to 250 pieces.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime Ultimate.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Ultimate Edition''' (2016)
**''Movie:'' '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-08''' / '''08EX''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, head base, alternate pair of arms, 2 alternate pairs of hands, Sword of Judgement, Mega Striker, Vector Shield, Energon sword (exclusive), Seed (exclusive)

:This ''Museum Masterline'' Optimus Prime is quite literally the ultimate representation of his ''Age of Extinction'' body, also featuring light-up eyes.

:He comes with a pair of pre-upgrade arms as well as a pair of upgraded ones, a pair of pre-upgrade fists, a sword-holding pre-upgrade left hand, a sword-holding upgraded right hand, an upgraded left fist and an upgraded open right hand, plus the Sword of Judgment itself, a Mega Striker for his right arm and a Vector Shield for his left arm or back. Of course, he also includes alternate heads with exposed and masked faces and a base to display the unused one as a bust. As if that's not enough, the exclusive version also comes with an Energon sword and a replica of the [[Seed#Prime 1 Studio|Seed]] seen in the movie.

:The exclusive version is limited to 888 pieces.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime TLK.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)
**''Movie:'' '''''The Last Knight'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-16''' / '''16EX''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, alternate right arm, Sword of Judgement, Vector Shield, arm blade (exclusive)

:This version of Optimus Prime is based on his ''The Last Knight'' appearance and features LED lights on his eyes and base. Since his eyes are purple colored and his face has a red marking, it would be more fitting to call this statue Nemesis Prime.

:He comes with two differently posed right arms, a Sword of Judgement attachable to both right arms, a Vector Shield that can attach to his left arm or back, and two alternate heads with and without his battle mask. Unfortunately, a base for the unused head is no longer included. The exclusive version comes with a blade for his left arm, based on the one Prime uses against Bumblebee in the movie.

:The standard version is limited to 888 pieces while the exclusive version is limited to 500 pieces.

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*'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (2018)
**''Movie:'' '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-21''' / '''21EX''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, The Fallen's spark (exclusive), The Fallen's Staff (exclusive)

:''Museum Masterline'' Jetpower Optimus Prime is a ''massive'' statue perfectly recreating Prime's combined form with [[Jetfire (Movie)#Prime 1 Studio|Jetfire]] from the end of ''Revenge of the Fallen''.

:He features lights on his eyes, cannon, afterburners and base, and comes with a masked and a maskless head. The exclusive version also comes with [[The Fallen/toys#Prime 1 Studio|The Fallen's]] [[spark]] and [[Void Scepter#Prime 1 Studio|Command Staff]]. Unfortunately, they didn't gave him The Fallen's face.

:The standard version is limited to 1200 pieces while the exclusive version is limited to 500 pieces.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime Bumblebee.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Cybertron Edition''' (2019)
**''Movie:'' '''''Bumblebee'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-26''' / '''26EX''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate right arm, Seeker body parts (exclusive)

:This ''Museum Masterline'' Optimus Prime is based on his ''Bumblebee'' appearance and also features light-up LED eyes.

:He comes with the Ion Blaster permanently attached to his right hand and two alternate right arms, one to pose the blaster pointing upwards and the other to point it downwards. The exclusive version also comes with the disembodied head and left arm of a [[Skywarp (Movie)#Prime 1 Studio|purple Seeker]].

:This statue was later redecoed as [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Museum Masterline|Nemesis Prime]]. The standard version is limited to 300 pieces while the exclusive version is limited to 250 pieces.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Museum Optimus Prime ROTF.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2021)
**''Movie:'' '''''Revenge of the Fallen'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-28''' / '''28EXS''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, alternate right arm, alternate right hand, 3 Energon swords, 2 barrage cannons, 2 Energon hooks (exclusive), Grindor's head (exclusive), Bonecrusher's head (exclusive)

:This version of ''Museum Masterline'' Optimus Prime is the definitive representation of his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' appearance and features LED lights on his eyes, waist and cannons.

:He comes with two differently posed right arms as well as two right hands, one pointing and another closed into a fist. He also includes a pair of hand-replacing Energon swords as well as a third sword that attaches over the left hand, and a pair of barrage cannons. Of course, he also comes with a masked and a maskless head. The exclusive version goes even deeper, including a pair of Energon hooks, the decapitated head of [[Grindor (ROTF)#Prime 1 Studio|Grindor]] torn in half ''and'' the decapitated head of [[Bonecrusher (Movie)#Prime 1 Studio|Bonecrusher]]. This time they remembered to give him all the faces, ''oh yeah''.

:The exclusive version is limited to 888 pieces.

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*'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (2022)
**''Movie:'' '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-33''' / '''33S''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, alternate head, decorative logo plate (exclusive)

:''Museum Masterline'' Jetwing Optimus Prime is yet another gigantic statue, this time based on Prime's armored mode combined with his trailer from ''Dark of the Moon''. The [[Driller#P1SJetwing|Driller]] is included as part of the statue's base.

:He features lights on his eyes, waist, jet thrusters and cannons, and again comes with his traditional pair of alternate faces. The exclusive version also comes with a decorative plate with the third movie's title engraved on it, written in English for the international version and in Chinese for the Chinese version.

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*'''Power Master Optimus Prime''' (2024)
**''Movie:'' '''''Transformers'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-36''' / '''36UTS''' (Ultimate Version) / '''36CN''' (Japan and China exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, Shoulder-Mounted Twin-Barreled Cannons and Shields (36UTS), Arm-Mounted Cannons (36UTS), Fin Funnel Wing Assembly (36UTS), swappable Long Sword (36UTS), Left and Right-Handed Energon Swords (36UTS), Left and Right Handed Dual Sabers (36CN)

:''Museum Masterline'' "Power Master Optimus Prime Concept Design by [[Josh Nizzi]]" is a monstruous sculpture that elevates the complexity of the live-action designs to an absurd new level. Despite being branded as belonging to the first ''Transformers'' movie, it doesn't really resemble any design Optimus ever had in any movie.

:The regular version already comes loaded with guns, but features no swappable accessories. The Ultimate Bonus Version, however, comes with ''a lot'' of alternate weapons, including a pair of wing formations. The Japanese and Chinese exclusive version also comes with a pair of extra swords.

:The statue also features a lot of LED lights all over it.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (202?)
**''Movie:'' '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''ID number:'' '''MMTFM-??'''
**''Accessories'': Armored Weapons Platform

:First revealed as a grey prototype in 2024, this planned version of Optimus Prime is set to come with an impressive recreation of his [[Armored Weapons Platform]] from ''Dark of the Moon''.

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===''Premium Bust''===
[[File:Prime 1 Studio Bust Optimus Prime DOTM Standard.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2015)
**''Movie:'' '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''ID number:'' '''PBTFM-02'''

:''Premium Bust'' Optimus Prime is a highly detailed sculpture of his head and torso attached to a base. It's based on his ''Dark of the Moon'' body and features light-up eyes.

:This bust was redecoed and slightly retooled into [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Prime 1 Studio|Nemesis Prime]].

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Bust Optimus Prime DOTM Final Battle.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb|([[Iridescent]] intensifies)]]
*'''Optimus Prime Final Battle''' (2015)
**''Movie:'' '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''ID number:'' '''PBTFM-02FB'''

:This version of ''Premium Bust'' Optimus Prime features heavy battle damages accurate to the end of the movie.

:Its parts are interchangeable with the first ''Museum Masterline'' statue above, so you can have a full-body Optimus with a battle damaged head.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Bust Optimus Prime DOTM Gold.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Gold Version''' (2015)
**''Movie:'' '''''Dark of the Moon'''''
**''ID number:'' '''PBTFM-02GD'''

:This version of ''Premium Bust'' Optimus Prime is covered in gold! If only I had the money to put this head on the full-body statue.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Bust Optimus Prime AOE Standard.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2015)
**''Movie:'' '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''ID number:'' '''PBTFM-09'''

:This version of Optimus Prime is based on his ''Age of Extinction'' body and also features light-up eyes.

:This bust was limited to 500 pieces.

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*'''Optimus Prime Damage Version''' (2016)
**''Movie:'' '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''ID number:'' '''PBTFM-09D'''

:This version of ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus Prime features lots of small battle damages and a weathered deco.

:This bust was limited to 150 pieces.

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[[File:Prime 1 Studio Bust Optimus Prime AOE Gold.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Gold Version''' (2016)
**''Movie:'' '''''Age of Extinction'''''
**''ID number:'' '''PBTFM-09GL'''

:This ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus Prime is yet another sculpture covered in gold! You've got the power to know.

:This bust was limited to 300 pieces.

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===''Age of Time''===
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*'''Superior Optimus Prime''' (<s>2017?</s>)

:''Age of Time'' Superior Optimus Prime was designed to be the "ultimate amalgamation" between movie and [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Optimus Primes]]. He would have come with two blasters and a huge jetpack, specifically taking cues from Prime's combined form with Jetfire in ''Revenge of the Fallen''.

:For reasons unknown, this figure was silently canceled.

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==Hybrid Metal Figuration==
*'''Optimus Prime''' (March 2015)
**''ID number:'' '''015'''
**''Accessories:'' Two fists, four open hands, ion blaster, 2 energon blades

:Produced by Hero Cross as part of their franchise-spanning ''Hybrid Metal Figuration'' line, Optimus Prime is a super deformed articulated figure based on his appearance in ''Dark of the Moon''.

*'''Optimus Prime''' (September 2015)
**''ID number:'' '''021'''
**''Accessories:'' Two fists, four open hands, gripping right hand, sword, shield

:The second ''Hybrid Metal Figuration'' Optimus Prime, this one is based on his appearance in ''Age of Extinction''.
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==''Q-Transformers''==
*'''Optimus Prime''' ([[May 22|5-22]]-2015)

:A small unpainted gray plastic figure of Optimus Prime based on his appearance in the ''[[Q-Transformers (cartoon)|Q-Transformers]]'' cartoon. Together with similar figures of Bumblebee and Lockdown, he was included with ''Mystery of Convoy Returns'' Blu-Ray or DVD collections purchased through [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]], Tower Records, HMV or Yodobashi Camera.

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*'''Nazo Nazo Optimus Prime''' (2016)

:Nazo Nazo Optimus Prime ("Mystery Mystery Optimus Prime") is a ''Q-Transformers''-based Optimus plushie that plays several voice clips, many of them ad-libbed, by [[Yoshimasa Hosoya]].

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2016)

:A non-transforming figure of Optimus Prime based on his cartoon appearance was available as part of the ''Q-Transformers'' [[w:gashapon|capsule toy]] lineup.

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==MetaColle==
[[File:MetaColle-TF-Optimus-Prime-(AOE).jpg|thumb|''Transformers: Lost Art'']]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2016)
**''Accessories'': Sword
:''[[MetaColle]]'' Optimus is a palm-sized, non-transforming mini figure based on his appearance in ''Age of Extinction''. He sports 3 points of articulation consisting of the arms & waist, and he comes with his own sword accessory. Like all MetaColle figures, Optimus Prime has diecast parts on his body & legs, and he features soft plastic on the arms & his sword.

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[[File:MetaColle-TF-Optimus-Prime-DOTM-ver.jpg|thumb|''Transformers: Diecast Moon'']]
*'''Optimus Prime Darkside Moon ver.''' (2017)
**''Accessories'': Energon Sword
:This ''MetaColle'' Optimus Prime is based on his appearance in ''Dark of the Moon''. He also comes with an Energon sword accessory, albeit entirely painted in silver.

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[[File:MetaColle-TF-Optimus-Prime-TLK.jpg|thumb|''Transformers: The Iron Knight'']]
*'''Optimus Prime The Last Knight ver.''' (2017)
**''Accessories'': Sword
:The third ''MetaColle'' Optimus Prime is a redeco (& a retool with a new maskless head) of the ''Age of Extinction'' version in darker plastics & metallic paint applications, to match his appearance in ''The Last Knight''.

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==The Last Knight==
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*'''Wall Walkers Optimus Prime''' (2017)
:Exclusively released in [[Blindpacking|blind bags]] by [[Forever Clever]], ''Wall Walkers'' Optimus Prime has suction cups on its hands and feet so it can stick to walls. All its details are printed on, and besides its colors and printing, it is identical to the other Wall Walkers toys. A gold-and-black variant was also released.

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*'''Optimus Prime LCD Watch''' (2018)
:Another redecoration of the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise#ROTFWatch|''Revenge of the Fallen'' digital watch]], this version features a darker color scheme modeled after Prime's appearance in ''The Last Knight''.

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*'''Optimus Prime Voice Changing Helmet''' (2017)
:A highly accurate CG-headsculpt of Optimus Prime based on his look in The Last Knight with a built in voice-changer. It includes 21 button-activated sounds and phrases.
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[[File:TLK Battle Blaster Sword.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Battle Blaster Sword''' (2017)
:This role-play accessory of Optimus Prime's sword can convert into ''both'' sword & gun modes. When the insignia was pressed down, it will activate lights & Optimus Prime's dialogue.
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*'''Optimus Prime Mask''' (2017)
:A redeco of the ''Transformers: Robots in Disguise'' Optimus Prime Mask, this wearable <s>face</s> mask is molded in silver plastic and features blue paint details to resemble his live-action film counterpart. He also features an Autobot insignia on the top of his left eyebrow.
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*'''Optimus Prime Mask (Reveal The Shield)''' (2017)
:''Yet another (slight) redeco'' of the ''Prime'' Optimus Prime mask, with unchanged paint masks and features clear red visors and Tech Spec-sque patterns on both sides of the Battle Mask's cheeks, which can be decoded with the other included clear red accessories included from other Reveal the Shield toys, or with [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#RTSmask|Bumblebee's mask]].
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*'''Metallic Optimus Prime Voice Changing Helmet''' (2017)
:A gunmetal grey redeco of the Optimus Prime Voice Changing helmet, possibly referencing Prime's brief stint as 'Nemesis Prime' in the film, was released as a lucky draw item at Toys"R"Us stores in Asia, including Taiwan & Malaysia.
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[[File:TLK roleplay Optimus Prime sword & shield.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Sword & Shield Battle Pack''' (2017)
:This toy replica set of the Sword of Judgment and Vector Shield features electronic sword noises and Velcro strap for the shield. The sword was also redecorated for the [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#Sword and shield|Bumblebee sword & shield]].
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===7-Eleven===
[[File:7Eleven TLK Cupholder.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb|How many faces do you need?]]
*'''Optimus Prime Cupholder''' (2017)
:Available for a limited time exclusively at [[7-Eleven]] stores in the Philippines, the Optimus cupholder can hold cups in it. It features movie-accurate sculpting with paint detailing.
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*'''Optimus Prime Drawstring Bag''' (2017)
:Distributed through a special promo at Philippine 7-Eleven stores, the Bumblebee drawstring bag is a blue bag with red string. It features artwork of his angry mug, a red Autobot symbol, and the movie logo in the same color.
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===RCM Media===
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Figurine Toppers, 2017)
:Manufactured by RCM Media, this Optimus Prime figurine topper is molded in a pointing-up-to-the-sky stance, rather than charging heroically like Bumblebee & Megatron.
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*'''Figurine Play Set''' (Universal Studios exclusive 4-pack, 2017)
:The Optimus Prime topper is once again released as a Universal Studios exclusive 4-pack with the equally unchanged Megatron, Bumblebee, and Sqweeks.
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===Cinema City===
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Figurine Toppers, 2017)
:Released only in Russian theaters, this Optimus Prime figurine is a different mold, and unlike the RCM Media figurine, he features a healthy number of paint apps.
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===Simba Smoby===
[[File:TF-TLK-Simba-Smoby-Optimus-Prime-Robot-Figure.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime Robot'''{{sic}} (Die-cast Figurine, 2017)
:This Optimus Prime is a 1/64 non-transforming robot mode figurine, and like the [[MetaColle]] figures, he was made partially out of Die-cast metal. He is molded with an arm blade on the left arm.
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Die-cast cars, 2017)
:This Optimus Prime is a 1/64 non-transforming but ''mostly'' screen-accurate vehicle mode based on his alternate mode seen in the film.
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===Art Brink===
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*'''Remote Control Optimus Prime Truck''' (2017)
**''Accessories:'' Remote controller

:A remote controlled Optimus Prime truck released by Brazilian company Art Brink.
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*'''Remote Control Optimus Prime Truck with Mask''' (2017)
**''Accessories:'' Remote controller, mask

:The same remote controlled truck was also released packaged with a children-sized Optimus Prime mask.
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*'''Walkie-Talkie with Masks''' (2017)

:The same Optimus mask was also released in a pack with a [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#Art Brink|Bumblebee]] mask and a pair of ''Transformers''-themed walkie-talkies.
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===Lacta===
[[File:TLK_Easter_Optimus_Prime.jpg|thumb|Never lets you forget who he is...]]
*'''Transformers: The Last Knight Easter egg''' (2018)

:Following the traditional release of ''Transformers''-themed chocolate eggs during Easter season in Brazil, a new egg was made available in 2018, this time by Lacta and themed after ''The Last Knight''. If you can't guess it yet, it includes either a blindpacked Optimus Prime or Bumblebee non-transforming minifigure approximately the size of the current ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Legends class, with Prime being a head taller than Bee.

:Optimus Prime is cast in a blue plastic with silver and red paint applications. He comes separated into two pieces by the belly and can be easily attached together, even though it does ''not'' give him waist articulation. He can only rotate his head and move his arms up and down.

:The egg also included a code to unlock Bumblebee's and Optimus Prime's voice synthesizers in an app called "A Sua Voz" (Portuguese for "Your Voice") that was only available for the first half of 2018 in the App Store, Google Play and its (now defunct) [http://supersintetizador.com.br/ official website]. Only [[Sqweeks]]' voice was available without entering the code.
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===Anjo===
[[File:TLK_Anjo_50cm_Optimus_Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|...because God forbid you think he's the one called Bumblebee!]]
*'''Optimus Prime - Bumblebee''' (2018)
:Released by Brazilian toy manufacturer Anjo, this simplistic, non-transforming figure of Optimus Prime in his ''The Last Knight'' body is 50 centimeters (approximately 20 inches) tall and features limited articulations and a simple paint job. Despite being sold in a single-pack, his packaging refers to both him and Bumblebee, in a clear attempt to spare some expenses.
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===''Metal Earth''===
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*'''Optimus Prime Western Star 5700 Truck''' (IconX, 2019)
**''ID number:'' '''ICX203'''
:''Metal Earth'' Optimus Prime is a DIY 3D Metal Model kit that is based on his truck mode appearance in ''Age of Extinction'' and ''The Last Knight''. As most of the parts are very sharp, exercise caution while assembling the kit.

:The kit's difficulty rating is given as "expert".
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[[File:TF-TLK-Metal-Earth-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.33|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (IconX, 2019)
**''ID number:'' '''ICX203'''
:This ''Metal Earth'' Optimus Prime is based on his robot mode from the said two movies, though the kit's appearance is inspired by his ''Premier Edition'' toy, down with the mistransformed pectoral armors.

:The kit's difficulty rating is given as "challenging".
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==Jada Toys==
===''Metals Die Cast / Hollywood Rides''===
====''The Last Knight''====
{{Note|The 1/24 and 1/32 scale replicas saw release in Japan in November 2017.}}
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*'''Western Star 5700 XE Phantom Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/24 Die Cast Vehicle, 2017)
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], this 1/24 scaled non-transforming die-cast truck with rubber tires is based on Optimus Prime's licensed Western Star 5700XE Phantom form and features opening doors to reveal a highly detailed interior with a chromed steering wheel. Similar to the ''Robot Powered Machines'', the truck features a sculpted robot mode underneath.

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*'''Western Star 5700 XE Phantom Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle, 2017)
:A medium-sized replica of Optimus Prime much similar to the version above, but with shortened smokestacks. Unlike most other 1/32 vehicles, Optimus does not feature any opening doors.

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[[File:Jada 1-32 TLK Bumblebee Crosshairs Optimus Prime 3pk.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''2016 Chevy Camaro Bumblebee / 2016 Chevy Corvette Stingray Crosshairs / Western Star 5700XE Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle 3-pack, 2020)
:The 1/32 scaled Optimus Prime was rereleased in a 3-pack alongside [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#TLK1-32|Bumblebee]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#TLK1-32|Crosshairs]] as a [[Costco]] exclusive during 2020's [[Christmas]] season.

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[[File:TF-TLK-Jada-Toys-1-64-Optimus-Prime-Truck.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb|Probably the only time to see his smokestacks being shortened, but not by Hasbro.]]
*'''Western Star 5700 XE Phantom Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/64 Die Cast Vehicle, 2017)
**''Accessories'': Display base
:A smaller, Hot Wheels/Matchbox-sized version of Optimus Prime is also available, with even shorter smokestacks. This version features only the robot mode's face sculpted underneath.

:He comes with his own display base with his picture printed on it. When aligned side-by-side with the other 1/64 bases, they create a unified backdrop.

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[[File:TF-TLK-TakaraTomy-Mall-1-24-DX-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''Western Star 5700 XE Phantom Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/64 Die Cast Vehicle, 2017)
**''Accessories'': Trailer
:This TakaraTomy Mall exclusive Optimus Prime comes with a ''The Last Knight''-themed trailer. Strangely, he is sold as a 1/64 model even though he's actually identical to the 1/32 release instead. The reason may be because the trailer is sized specifically to store 1/64 cars inside.

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*'''''Transformers: The Last Knight'' Ultimate Blu-Ray Gift Set''' (Scale 1/64 Die Cast Vehicle 2-pack, 2017)
:This Walmart exclusive version of the Blu-ray, DVD and Digital HD release of the film comes with redecoed versions of the 1/64 scaled Optimus Prime and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#TLK1-64GiftSet|Bumblebee]] vehicles. Prime's colors have been reversed, sporting blue flames on a red body.

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====''Studio Series''====
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/24 Die Cast Vehicle, 2018)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
:This Optimus Prime is a 1/24 scaled replica of his truck mode from the first live-action movie. Similar to other replicas of his size, he features opening doors and a sculpted robot mode underneath. His smokestacks are ''insanely'' long.

:He is available in at least three different packagings: one inspired by the ''[[Studio Series]]'' toyline which even features the same "Forest Fight" backdrop art included with the first ''Studio Series'' release of [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|Optimus Prime]], one that looks much more generic but keeps the same robot mode artwork, and another version of the more generic one which also replaces the artwork with G1 Optimus Prime's [[evergreen]] design.

:The "Forest Fight" backdrop art is from ''Revenge of the Fallen'' despite this toy being branded for the first movie.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle, 2018)
**''Movie'': '''''Transformers'''''
:This Optimus Prime is also a replica of his truck mode from the first movie, but in a reduced size. He has no opening gimmicks and has much shorter smokestacks, but still retains the sculpted robot mode on his chassis.

:This version is also available in both ''Studio Series''-inspired and generic-looking packagings.

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*'''Optimus Prime Western Star 5700 XE''' (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle, 2018)
**''Movie'': '''''The Last Knight'''''
:The 1/32 scale [[#TLK1-32|''The Last Knight'' Optimus Prime]] was rereleased in ''Studio Series''-style packaging, also using the "Forest Fight" backdrop art despite not being from that movie.

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*'''Western Star 5700XE Optimus Prime / Optimus Prime / Autobot Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle 3‑pack, 2022)
:The 1/32 version of 2007 Optimus Prime was rereleased in a 3-pack alongside his ''The Last Knight'' and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#JadaOP3pack|Generation 1]] counterparts, neither featuring any notable changes.

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====''Rise of the Beasts''====
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/24 Die Cast Vehicle, 2023)
:Based on his cab-over Freightliner vehicle mode from ''[[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|Rise of the Beasts]]'', Optimus Prime features the now-standard opening doors and sculpted robot form on the underside.

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Scale 1/32 Die Cast Vehicle, 2023)
:A smaller scale version of ''Rise of the Beasts'' Optimus Prime. Similar to previous versions in this scale, it features shortened smokestacks and no moving parts.
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===''Metalfigs''===
[[File:JadaMetalfigsTLKOptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (4" Die Cast Figure, 2018)
**''ID number'': '''M407'''
:''Metalfigs'' Optimus Prime is a 4-inch tall super deformed die-cast figure with three points of articulation based on his ''The Last Knight'' appearance.

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===''Nano Hollywood Rides''===
[[File:JadaNanoHollywoodRidesTLK3pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''2016 Chevy Camaro Bumblebee / Western Star 5700XE Optimus Prime / 1977 Chevy Camaro Bumblebee''' (1.65" Die Cast Vehicle 3-pack, 2019)
:''Nano Hollywood Rides'' Optimus Prime is a small non-transforming die-cast truck based on his ''The Last Knight'' form measuring approximately 1.65 inches long, similar to but less detailed than the 1/64 scaled replica. He was released in a 3-pack alongside two versions of [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#Nano Hollywood Rides|Bumblebee]]. Unfortunately, he doesn't feature a sculpted robot mode underneath like most other Jada vehicles do.

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*'''Optimus Prime / Hot Rod / Crosshairs''' (1.65" Die Cast Vehicle 3-pack, <s>2020</s>)
:Another Optimus Prime was announced as part of a 3-pack alonside [[Hot Rod (DOTM)#Jada Toys|Hot Rod]] and [[Crosshairs (AOE)#Jada Toys|Crosshairs]], but the set was never released. Due to the use of a placeholder image during the announcement, it's unknown if it was going to be an unchanged rerelease, a redeco or a new version based on another movie.
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==Threezero==
[[File:Threezero dlx DOTM optimus prime product shot.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Premium Scale, 2017)
**''Accessories:'' Energon Swords, 2 Gatling Guns, Annular Ring, Shield, Jetwing Pack, Shotgun, Ion Blasters, Axe.

:[[Threezero|3A]] Optimus Prime is a high-end figure based on his ''Dark of the Moon'' design.
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*'''Evasion Edition Optimus Prime''' (Premium Scale, 2017)
**''Accessories:'' Shotgun

:"Evasion Edition Optimus Prime" is based on his rusty body from ''Age of Extinction''.
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (Premium Scale, 2019)
**''Accessories:''Cybertronian Sword, Blaster Shield, Wrist Blade, 6 alternate hands, Alternate Face, Display Base

:This version of Optimus Prime is based on his ''The Last Knight'' design in the company's Premium scale.

:Optimus comes with his Cybertronian Sword, his Blaster Shield, his Wrist Mounted Blade, 6 alternate hands, with 4 types of gripping hands, and 2 open splayed hands. He also comes with an alternate face to replicate his face without his battle mask, and a display base for use with his posability.

:The Deluxe Edition version of this figure includes an extra head as accessory.

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[[File:Threezero dlx bumblebee optimus prime product shot.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (DLX Scale, 2020)
**''Accessories'': Display Stand, 7 alternate hand pieces, Ion Blaster

:Threezero Optimus Prime is a non-transforming figure based on his appearance in the ''Bumblebee'' movie, standing at 11.2 inches tall, made to scale with ThreeZero's DLX Scale [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#Threezero|Bumblebee]] figure. Much like the other ThreeZero figures, Optimus contains [[die-cast]] pieces as well as extensive use of paint.

:Optimus comes with his Ion Blaster, which has a detachable clip from the gun to allow for further display options. He comes with seven extra hands, all made from flexible plastic and painted, with two pairs of hands made to hold his Ion blaster, two relaxed open hands, two open splayed hands, and one left pointing hand. He comes with a Display Base that allows for more stable poses alongside aerial poses. Using LR-44 batteries, his eyes also light up.

:Records show that while this is a rarity, early versions of the figure had some issues with the open relaxed hands of Optimus Prime being warped, with the smaller fingers like the pinky bending into the other fingers, though more recent releases have had this fixed since.

:This figure was repainted as [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#ThreezeroBB|Nemesis Prime]] and as [[Ultra Magnus (Movie)#Threezero|Ultra Magnus]], and was slighty retooled into the [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]] [[Optimus Prime (SG Movie)#Threezero|version]] of ''Bumblebee'' Optimus Prime.

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/transformers-bumblebee-dlx-optimus-prime-2nd-batch More information on ThreeZero DLX Optimus Prime on the official ThreeZero website]''
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[[File:Threezero_premium_bumblebee_optimus_prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"I couldn't beat [[Unicron/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|him]] this time, but I will still take your bank accounts wholeheartedly."]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Premium Scale, 2020)
**''Accessories'': Ion Blaster, Alternate Chest Piece, Alternate Shoulder Pieces, Forearm Covers, Wheel Covers

:Threezero ''Bumblebee'' Premium Optimus Prime is a larger scale variant of the DLX Optimus Prime, however this version of Optimus is extremely different in internal building. It also comes in with a fairly high MSRP of $518.00 USD. This Optimus is made with extensive amounts of diecast metal internally, it making up the primary internal framing.

:Optimus also comes with several alternate parts to swap out in order to give him a look more accurate to the scenes of Bumblebee where he was on Cybertron, with an alternate chest, shoulders and wheel covers.

::''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/2020-premium-optimus-prime More information on ThreeZero DLX Optimus Prime on the official ThreeZero website]''
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (DLX Scale, 2021)
**''Accessories:'' Display Base, 6 alternate hands, Arm piece, 2 Ion Blasters, 2 Energon Swords, Alternate face

:This DLX Optimus Prime is based on his ''Revenge of the Fallen'' design. Standing at 11.2 Inches, he falls into the DLX scale for the ''Bumblebee'' Figures instead of the Premium Scale.

:Optimus comes with a Display Base for balancing his figure, 6 alternate hands in place of his regular fists, with 2 open grabbing hands, 2 open relaxed hands, and 2 pointing hands. He also comes with 2 Ion Blasters with a single interchangeable arm piece to attach to the Ion Blaster as well as his arm, as well as 2 Energon Swords, the Swords able to clip into his wrists.

:Optimus also comes with an alternate face to replicate his look without the faceplate in the movie.

:He can combine with Threezero's DLX [[Jetfire (Movie)#Threezero|Jetfire]] to form "Jetpower Optimus Prime".

:This figure got repainted as [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#ThreezeroROTF|Nemesis Prime]].

::''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/transformers-revenge-of-the-fallen-dlx-optimus-prime/ More information on ThreeZero Revenge of The Fallen DLX Optimus Prime on the official threezero website]''

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*'''Optimus Prime''' (DLX Scale, 2022)
**''Accessories:''Cybertronian Sword, Blaster Shield, Wrist Blade, 6 alternate hands, Alternate Face, Display Base

:A smaller-scaled offering compared to the Premium figure above, the DLX version of ''The Last Knight'' Optimus Prime features similar accessories, details and articulation with less diecast construction.

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/transformers-the-last-knight-dlx-optimus-prime/ More information on Threezero DLX The Last Knight Optimus Prime on the official Threezero website]''

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[[File:DLX_Transformers_Rise_of_the_Beasts_Optimus_Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (DLX Scale, Q4 2023)
**''Accessories:'' two transformed arm cannons, seven alternate hand pieces, alternate faceplate, two energon swords, two wrist sword adapters, energon axe, right hand (Bumblebee)

:This DLX Optimus Prime is based on his [[Transformers: Rise of the Beasts (film)|''Rise of the Beasts'']] design. Partially retooled from the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/merchandise#ThreezeroBB|above ''Bumblebee'' DLX figure]], this figure comes with several changes to the design to match his final onscreen appearance. As such, he measures about the same height as before (just over eleven inches), has over fifty points of articulation thanks to his diecast skeleton, and features light-up LED eyes (and again, LR-44 batteries not included).

:This time around, Optimus comes with some more accessories: two arm cannons sculpted to look like it transforms out of his arm as in the movie, two energon swords (plus wrist adaptors), an energon axe, and seven interchangeable hands (two closed, two axe-holding, two open and a pointing left hand). Also included are an alternate unmasked face plate, a bonus right hand meant for [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#ThreezeroROTBDLX|Bumblebee]] to hold the axe, and an adjustable display stand.
::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/rotb-dlx-optimus-prime/ More information on Threezero ''Rise of the Beasts'' DLX Optimus Prime on the official Threezero website]''
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==''Bumblebee''==
===McDonald's===
[[File:2018-McD-Authentics-Bumblebee-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime with a sword'''{{sic}} (Happy Meal Toy, 2018)
:Released as part of the [[McDonald's]] June 2018 Happy Meal Toys along with [[My Little Pony]], this Optimus Prime is a rerelease of the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#McDonald's|''Authentics'' figure]], but under ''Bumblebee'' branding. It is a super-deformed figurine, and he features a gimmick on his left arm, which can be swung down to reveal a pop-out sword with a press of the button on his back. The sword can be retracted manually by posing the arm up first.

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===Killerbody===
[[File:Killerbody Baby Figurine Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.11]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (High-end Baby Figurine, 2019)
**''Accessories'': Stand

:Released by [[Killerbody]], this non-converting super deformed Optimus Prime features a shaking head, light-up eyes and shoulder articulation.

:He was released with either a Bluetooth speaker stand or a normal, non-functional stand.

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[[File:Killerbody Optimus Prime Helmet.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.11]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Helmet, 2021)
**''Accessories'': Stand

:This highly detailed, extremely movie-accurate Optimus Prime helmet features a moveable faceplate, light-up eyes, voice commands and a Bluetooth speaker stand.

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[[File:Killerbody Mini Retro Cassette Player Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|80's music is the right of all sentient beings, ''[[The Touch|yeah!]]'']]
*'''Mini Retro Cassete Player''' (Bluetooth Speaker, 2021)
**''Accessories'': Figurine, cassette tape, chain, 2 steel sheets, USB cable

:This Bluetooth speaker in the form of an 80's cassette player comes with one of five non-converting figurines and a very small cassette tape that can be stored inside of it.

:One of the available figurines is that of Optimus Prime, which features shoulder articulation, a removable blaster accessory, magnets under his feet and can be equipped with a small chain to be carried around.

:The other four available figurines are all of [[Bumblebee (Movie)/merchandise#KillerbodyRetro|Bumblebee]] doing different poses.

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===Nendoroid===
[[File:Nendoroid BB Optimus Prime.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2021)
**''Nendoroid ID Number'': '''1409'''
**''Accessories'': Closed right hand, closed left hand, opened right hand, opened left hand, gun-holding right hand, pointing left hand, blaster, stand

:Revealed at Wonder Festival 2020 [Winter], this [[Nendoroid]] figurine of Optimus Prime is based on his appearance in the ''Bumblebee'' movie. Unlike most Nendoroids, he is manufactured by Sentinel rather than Good Smile Company or Orange.

:The sculpt is produced by Toyhouse with Nendoron's supervision.

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==Yolopark==

===IIES Series===
[[File:Yolo IIES BBCyb OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2021)
**''Accessories'': IIES Ion Blaster, IIES Display Base, Matrix of Leadership, globe hologram

:[[Yolopark]] ''IIES'' Optimus Prime is a highly-detailed and intricately designed non-transforming figure based on his appearance from the opening sequence of the ''Bumblebee'' movie, standing at 62 centimeters (approximately 24 inches), containing an extensive amount of die-cast, and an MSRP of $2199, officially costing more than your home insurance and your car insurance.

:This figure debuts Yolopark's '''Internal Interconnect Endoskeleton System''' (IIES for short), taking advantage of extensive gears to allow for smoother movement than the [[Ratchet (mechanism)|ratchet joints]] typically required in figures of a similar scale.

:Optimus includes an Ion Blaster designed with the same system, allowing expansion and contraction.

:Optimus also includes a removable Matrix of Leadership designed to look similarly to the Generation 1 Matrix of Leadership. The Matrix chamber in the figure's chest allows the artifact to be pushed out automatically.

:The Matrix, Prime's eyes and the Ion Blaster also contain LED lights. The translucent "holographic" projection of Earth does not.

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*'''Cybertron Mode Optimus Prime Deluxe''' (2021)
**''Accessories'': IIES Ion Blaster, IIES Display Base, Matrix of Leadership, globe hologram, translucent plating option parts

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[[File:Yolo IIES BBEarth OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Earth Mode Optimus Prime''' (2022)
**''Accessories'': IIES Ion Blaster, IIES Display Base, Matrix of Leadership, globe hologram

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===PMK Series===
[[File:Yolo PMK BBEarth OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Earth Mode Optimus Prime''' (Model kit, 2021)
**''Accessories'': Ion Blaster, axe
:''PMK Series'' Optimus Prime is a detailed, 30 cm tall, articulated model kit depicting the body the Autobot leader dons in the final moments of the movie.

:In addition to his iconic blaster, Prime is also equipped with a giant honking axe that would have been really cool to see in action.

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[[File:Yolo PMK DOTM OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|Accuracy.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (202?)
:Announced at [[Toy Heart Expo Beijing]] 2023, this 30 cm tall model kit depicts Prime's body throughout ''Dark of the Moon''.

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===AMK Series===
[[File:Yolo AMK ROTB OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|This is fine]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Model kit, 2023)
**''Accessories'': 4 alternate hands
:Part of Yolopark's inaugural wave of ''[[Yolopark#AMK_Series|AMK Series]]'' model kits, ''Rise of the Beasts'' Optimus comes out of the box in prebuilt modules as opposed to traditional model kit runners. This allows him to be assembled quickly and easily, as long as he comes with all the parts.

:Reports from the Philippines indicate that copies of this kit may include two of the same side fist part or thigh panel (i.e. two left fists) instead of one for each side.

:While Prime does not include any of the weaponry he possesses in the film, an accessory pack would later be included along with the AMK [[Rhinox (ROTB)#Yolopark|Rhinox]] kit, which included 2 arm cannons, 2 swords, and an axe.

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[[File:Yolo AMK ROTB extraweapons OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|This is better]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Model kit, 2025)
**''Accessories'': 4 alternate hand parts, 2 arm cannons, 2 swords, axe.
:Announced around the same time as the more expensive AMK Pro release, this re-release of the above AMK Optimus Prime now comes with all his weapons included.

:The stock photo on the right is missing the arm cannons, which are included.

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=== AMK Pro Series ===
[[File:Yolo AMK Pro TLK OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This is ''awesome''.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Model kit, 2024)
**''Accessories'': 4 pairs of interchangeable hands, Nemesis eyes & earplate, mouthplate, unmasked face, Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield, arm blade, 4 stand/attachment parts, display stand

:Yolopark AMK Pro Series ''The Last Knight'' Optimus Prime is a highly detailed and extremely well painted model kit of the character. Optimus comes out of the box in prepainted modules instead of the usual model kit runners. This allows him to be assembled easily, though not as fast as the AMK versions.

:He is well-articulated, with double-jointed elbows, knees and a double ball-jointed neck. He also has quite a fair bit of die-cast parts, with his shin armour and some of his inner frame including die-cast. He has a pair of articulated hands, but there is only a single joint that splits the fingers, so its not the best for posing. Its better to use the static ones if you want a pointing pose.

:He also includes an upgraded flight stand, with a bendy wire instead of the multi-jointed ones seen with the previous AMK Pro releases. Prime now fits into a cradle that surrounds his crotch area, being more secure than the previous one.

:Some owners have stated that the c-clip that holds the shoulder pad may be a bit too tight, causing the plastic to flex during posing. The bicep may also be too tight, so please use caution.

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[[File:Yolo AMK Pro ROTB OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This is great.]]
*'''Optimus Prime''' (Model kit, 2025)
**''Accessories'': 4 pairs of interchangeable hands, 2 arm cannons, 2 swords, axe, Ion blaster, unmasked face, display stand

:Yolopark AMK Pro ''Rise of the Beasts'' Optimus Prime is a upgraded version of the AMK kit. His build is now slightly different; His neck is shorter and he now features die-cast in his body and light up features in his eyes and cannons. The comes with all of his weapons in the film, along with his Ion Blaster used in the ''Bumblebee'' movie's Cybertron sequences. He also features a more extensive and accurate paint deco, including the burn mark on his thigh and weathering and rust details.

:He is well-articulated, featuring a double ball-jointed neck, and whopping THREE joints at the knee for some real good bending action, and overall better tolerances than the AMK version.

:He now features ANOTHER upgraded flight stand, now ditching the cradle for a hexagon shaped plug that plugs into his butt port after you remove his butt plate. This is more secure than the cradle, but bear caution that the port is rather shallow, so don't force the plug in too far, as it may cause the plastic to flex and crack.
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==''Rise of the Beasts''==
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*'''Optimus Prime''' (2023)
[[File:RotB Optimus Prime roleplay mask.jpg|thumb|right|upright=.75]]

: This plastic mask is a brand new mold, based on Optimus' appearance in ''Rise of the Beasts''.
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===Figural Bag Clip===
*'''Optimus Prime''' (2023)
:Released by Monogram, this 2.5" 3D foam bag clip takes the form of a chibi ''Rise of the Beasts'' Optimus Prime.

:It was available only as part of a [[Blindpacking|mystery blind bag]] collection.
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*'''Transformers Logo with Mini Optimus Prime (Exclusive B)''' (2023)
:A smaller version of the Optimus Prime bag clip attached to a ''Rise of the Beasts'' plate was also available in the same collection as one of two chase items.
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==Micro Machines==
*'''Micro Machines''' (Series 1 [[2019]])
**''Accessories:'' Foldable box playset"
Released as part of the first series of blind-boxed Micro Machines sets, Optimus is a small plastic replication of his 2007 vehicle mode. It comes with a foldable box that unfolds into a small cityscape and features extra accessories and stickers to liven up the scene.

This mold was later redecoed with a sandy finish for both the 4 pack release and 8 pack release, along with being redecoed with a gradient color scheme as a chase release in the 2 pack series.

==Blokees==
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[[File:Blokees-TF-ROTB-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''''Transformers: Rise of the Beasts'' Optimus Prime''' (2023)}}</ul>
:''Accessories'': Arm Cannon, 2 figure stands, 2 energy impact effects

:Released as part of Blokees' ''Classic Class'' model kit line, this Optimus Prime is modeled after his appearance in ''Rise of the Beasts'', and he's a 4.5-inch tall non-transforming Deluxe-sized ''Gunpla''-style model kit with some pre-painted parts. As with every Classic Class kit, Optimus also features a torso frame that lights up upon shaking (or at least ''lightly tapping'' some areas on the torso), causing the eyes and the chest windows to glow for a limited time. Aside from the usual display stand and its energy effects, Optimus comes with his signature arm cannon that can only be attached to the left forearm.

:This kit was also redecoed into [[Nemesis_Prime_(AOE)#Blokees|Nemesis Prime]].
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1m1|'''Optimus Prime & Optimus Primal (Robot Mode) Battle Scene''' (2023)}}</ul>
:''Accessories'': Arm Cannon, 2 figure stands, 2 energy impact effects

:The Classic Class Optimus Prime (ROTB) kit is sold alongside two additional kits featuring Optimus Primal's gorilla and robot modes, all unchanged from their releases. The 3-pack also includes an extra backdrop display.
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[[file:Blokees-TF-One-Classic-Class-Optimus-Prime-(2007).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''''Transformers (2007)'' Optimus Prime''' (2024)}}</ul>
:''Accessories'': Two pairs of hands (Closed weapon-holding, open-palm), Ion Cannon, 1 pair of Energon Swords, 2 figure stands, 2 energy impact effects

:This Classic Class kit of Optimus Prime is based on his appearance in the first two live-action films. Like his predecessor, he features a light-up torso frame, but now he features a unique torso build that covers up the shoulder ball joints of said frame.

:Aside from carrying over the stand and effect pieces (which are now decoed in orange translucent plastic) from his ''Rise of the Beasts'' release, he comes with a pair of open and closed hands, his Ion Cannon which can be plugged on both sides of the closed hands, and a pair of Energon swords which can be plugged near his wrists. The Ion Cannon is one of the few, if not the very first, toys to include the blue arm guard seen in the film.

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[[file:Blokees-TF-Classic-Class-2-pack-Optimus-Prime-(EX).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Optimus Prime (EX Edition) + Megatron (Ice Man)''' (2024)}}</ul>
:''Accessories'': Two pairs of hands (Closed weapon-holding, open-palm), Ion Cannon, 1 pair of Energon Swords, 2 figure stands, 2 energy impact effects

:This Classic Class kit of Optimus Prime is a redeco of the model kit above, featuring metallic injected and painted parts. In addition, his Energon Swords are now detailed.

:Optimus is packed with an "Ice Man"-themed redeco of the Classic Class Megatron. To date, the 2-pack has only been released in China.
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[[file:Blokees-TF-DOTM-Classic-Class-Optimus-Prime-(DOTM).jpeg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''''Transformers (DOTM)'' DX Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (2025)}}</ul>
:''Accessories'': Two pairs of hands (Closed weapon-holding, open-palm), Ion Cannon, 1 pair of Energon Swords, Jetwing Pack, Dual Arm Gatling Cannons, Shield, Axe, Mega Striker, Interchangeable Head and 2007 Chest Assembly

: This redeco and retool of the above Classic Class Optimus Prime now includes the jet pack he used in ''Dark of the Moon'' and all the weapons from the film. He features a new torso front assembly with ab details accurate to said film. Furthermore, he also features a new head that is slightly smaller than the original, which better matches his proportions from the movie.

:He still features the original weapons, chest and head pieces from the original Classic Class toy above.

==References==
{{Reflist}}

==External links==
* [http://www.seibertron.com/toys/index.php?f_series_id=64&f_subgroup=&f_name=optimus&f_type=exact Galleries of various different Optimus Prime toys from the Movie]
* [http://www.tfu.info/toytables/movie_optimusprime.htm Optimus Prime at TFU.info]

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Final Transformations

2025-10-30T14:43:14Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Synopsis */ General spelling and readability edits, fixed link to protoplasm stripper, removed links to nonexistent pages or ones that were repeated.

{{Comicstory|
|seriesissue=[[G.I. Joe (comic)|''G.I. Joe Starring Snake-Eyes Featuring Transformers: Generation 2'']] #142
|prev=Sucker Punch
|next=Ghosts
|title="Final Transformations"
|image=Marvel GIJoe-142.jpg
|caption=It's true what they say about 'Cons with big feet.
|publisher=[[Marvel Comics]]
|date=
|coverdate=November [[1993]]
|script=[[Larry Hama]]
|pencils=[[Jesse D. Orozco]] and [[William Rosado]]
|inks=[[Chip Wallace]] (pages 1–4, 6–9, 18, 20, 22), [[Ariane Lenshoek-Pinheiro|Arienne]], [[Steve Alexandrov]] and [[Tim Tuohy]]
|colors=[[Andre Ani]] and [[Chia-Chi Wang|Chi]]
|letters=[[Rick Parker]]
|editor=[[Mike Lackey]]
|continuity=[[Marvel Comics continuity]]
}}
'''Megatron breaks a deal... and a few Autobots.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:Final Transformations Megatron kills Override.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Override should never have accepted an invitation to the Decepticon Taffy Pull.]]
In [[Cobra]]-controlled [[Milleville]], [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] attempts to step on [[Scarlett]], who is trying to free [[Sidney Biggles-Jones]] from his grasp. The sudden appearance of a group of [[Autobot]]s led by [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] saves the [[G.I. Joe (team)|Joe]]'s life. A battle rages on where Megatron uses his [[rail gun|updated weaponry]] to get an early advantage by shooting down [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]], and brags about his increased defensive capabilities. [[Cobra Commander]] can do little in this clash of giants but beg Megatron to be more mindful of his property, which just annoys the [[Decepticon]], but gives him the idea to keep Doctor Biggles-Jones safe within himself. In the confusion of the battle, Scarlett steals a grenade launcher from a [[Frag-Viper]], leading Cobra Commander to realize and bemoan her true loyalties.

At the Milleville hospital, [[Snake-Eyes]] is cornered by Cobra troopers, but he escapes the situation by dropping a couple of grenades, sending the troopers into retreat while he makes his escape by jumping out of a window. He attacks a couple of [[Alley-Viper]]s waiting outside and notices the battle between the [[Transformer]]s from afar. Megatron, weary of dealing with his enemies, blasts [[Steeljaw (G1)|Steeljaw]] to smithereens. With assistance for Megatron coming from Cobra [[Detonator (G.I. Joe)|Detonators]], the Autobots try to regroup and plan a retreat, being unwilling to harm [[human]]s. [[Chase (G1)|Chase]], having had his leg blasted off by the Detonators, tells the others to go ahead and soon becomes Megatron's second kill. With the dirt on his corpse, Megatron is able to deduce where their inter-galactic transport has landed. He arrives at its hiding spot, where he finds a vengeful [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]], who gives his all in beating the crap out of the Decepticon.

Avoiding the chaos, Scarlett runs into Cobra Commander and [[Zarana]]. Scarlett easily handles the two, but is forced to relent when Alley-Vipers arrive and outnumber her. Fortunately, Snake-Eyes comes to the rescue, easily taking down the troopers while Cobra Commander and Zarana decide to flee.

Megatron tosses Brawn aside and helpfully explains his new assortment of abilities, from exciting electrons to imploding neutrons, the latter of which he demonstrates on Brawn, taking out the Autobot and the transport. The remaining three Autobots meet up with [[Spirit]] and [[Storm Shadow]], who agree to help them out in their attempt to enter the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] to use an alternate means of transport. Nearby, [[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]], having detected the Transformers before with his internal sensors, observes.

Megatron mulls over the explosive results of his neutron implosion and withdraws Biggles-Jones from inside his body to put in the [[protoplasm stripper]] on the way to the Ark. [[Override (G1)|Override]] attacks him, distracting him from Spirit and Storm Shadow—disguised as Alley-Vipers—transporting Skydive into the Ark. They are unaware that Spike has hitched a ride to get aboard. Having been dropped by Megatron when he was attacked, Biggles-Jones attempts to flee to safety with Snake-Eyes and Scarlett, but Megatron easily tears Override apart and turns his attention back to the scientist. The three are rescued in the nick of time by Spirit and Storm Shadow, who have returned from secreting Skydive into the Ark. Megatron gives chase, forcing Biggles-Jones to turn herself over to ensure the safety of the others.

Milleville's cover blown, Cobra Commander orders a full evacuation and tries to remind Megatron of their deal when he arrives back with his quarry. The Decepticon shows him no notice as he himself evacuates in the Ark, leading his partner to bemoan the breaking of the deal. As they watch the Ark fly away, Scarlett and the others wonder if Biggles-Jones knows what's she getting herself into. Aboard the Ark as it flies to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Megatron notes being impressed by Biggles-Jones's attempt to put a virus in his rail gun. But, of course, he noticed it, disabled it, and put an active version of the virus in the Cybertronian technology given to Cobra. Perhaps Biggles-Jones will be more useful to him intact.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Steeljaw (G1)|Steel-Jaw]] (8)
*[[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] (9)
*[[Override (G1)|Override]] (10)
*[[Chase (G1)|Chase]] (11)
*[[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] (12)
*[[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] (13)
|c2=
*[[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] (1)
|c3=
*[[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike Witwicky]] (17)
|h4=[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]|c4=
*[[Scarlett]] (3)
*[[Snake-Eyes]] (16)
*[[Spirit]] (19)
*[[Freedom]] (20)
*[[Storm Shadow]] (21)
|h5=[[Cobra]]|c5=
*[[Sidney Biggles-Jones]] (2)
*[[Cobra Viper]]s (4)
*[[Alley-Viper]]s (5)
*[[Cobra Commander]] (6)
*[[Zarana]] (7)
*[[Frag-Viper]]s (14, see [[#Errors|Errors]])
*[[Slice (G.I. Joe)|Slice]] (15)
*[[Dice (G.I. Joe)|Dice]] (17)
*[[Tele-Viper]] (22)
}}

==Quotes==
"You'll be safer ''inside,'' Dr. Biggles-Jones! 
"Safer for ''what?'' All you want is my ''central nervous system!''"
:—'''Megatron''' and '''Doctor Biggles-Jones'''

'''Zarana:''' "''Shoot'' her, you ''idiots''!" 
'''Scarlett:''' "You trust their aim ''that'' much?" 
'''Alley Viper:''' "Who's gonna ''aim''? ''Zarana'' don't sign my ''check''--"

==Notes==
*The cover title of the series for this issue is ''G.I. Joe Starring Snake-Eyes Featuring Transformers Generation 2''. However, the title in the indicia (and hence the legal title) is ''G.I. Joe A Real American Hero''.
*In "[[Goin' South]]", [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] strongly implied that he and [[Bumblebee (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Bumblebee]] would be coming to Earth themselves, but apparently he changed his mind.
*The Autobot team that arrives instead is ''very'' random, consisting of one [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]], one [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbot]], one [[Mini-Cassette]], one [[Triggerbot]], one [[Throttlebot]], and one [[Mini-Vehicle]]. Only Hot Spot and Brawn are even close to the strength and endurance needed to take on Megatron.
*This is Steeljaw's first and only appearance in US Marvel Comics continuity (and he dies, perhaps as a sign of [[Red Alert (G1)#Marvel Generation 2 comic|things to come]]). And it isn't even in the Transformers comic.
*Thanks to the power of [[Retcon|retroactive continuity]], Brawn doesn't actually die here; we learn his fate over in [[Abduction|the first issue]] of ''[[Transformers: Universe (comic)|Transformers: Universe]]''; he was abducted by [[Unicron]] and ends up fighting in the [[Universe War]].
*Megatron determines that the Autobots' ship is located in "Sector Seven". [[Sector Seven|This is probably a big ol' coincidence.]]
*The title of this story was probably inspired by this being the last appearance of the Transformers in the [[G.I. Joe (comic)|''G.I. Joe'' comic]].
*While the plot of this issue continues in the first issue of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)|''Transformers Generation 2'' comic series]], "[[War Without End!]]", this arguably represents a branching point in the [[G.I. Joe (comic)|''G.I. Joe'' continuity]]. While many ''G.I. Joe'' characters appear in the ''Generation 2'' comic series, the Earthwide devastation that happens later on (e.g., the annihilation of [[San Francisco]] in "[[Dark Shadows!]]") is not reflected in the regular ''G.I. Joe'' comic series.
*Cobra Commander's vocabulary lessons for the day:
**''hebetation:'' The state of being dull or obtuse.
**''resipiscence:'' Recovering one's senses.
**''rampallion:'' A good-for-nothing scoundrel.
**''fustilarian:'' A low fellow; a stinkard.
**''oligophrenic:'' Exhibiting mental deficiency.
**''megapod:'' Having large feet.

===Errors===
*Hot Spot is called "Hotshot" at one point.
*Steeljaw's name is rendered as "Steel-Jaw".
*Chase is consistently miscolored as white and drawn with [[Searchlight (G1)|Searchlight]]'s head, repeating (and possibly copying) an error first seen in issue [[The Cure!|#30]] of the Generation 1 book.
*The Frag-Vipers are mistakenly drawn as regular Cobra Vipers. We know they're Frag-Vipers because Scarlett makes specific mention of stealing a grenade launcher from one and some of the troopers surrounding Snake-Eyes in the hospital were Frag-Vipers in the last issue.
*Megatron locates the Autobots' ship by comparing ''mud'' caked on Chase's leg to a ''soil'' analysis of the entire region. He then locates the ship in... a warehouse district.
*The [[Detonator (G.I. Joe)|Cobra Detonator]] the Joes use to sneak Skydive in the Ark is repeatedly miscolored in army greens.

===Casualty list===
*Megatron blows up Steeljaw's torso with a single railgun shot.
*Megatron blows up Chase.
*Megatron vaporizes the mighty Brawn with a neutron implosion.
*Megatron (seeing a trend here?) shreds Override, ripping him in half.

===Covers (1)===
*'''Cover A:''' Megatron about to stomp on folks by [[William Rosado]]

===Advertisements===
*None yet identified.

===Reprints===
*'''''[[Classic G.I. Joe Volume 14]]'' TPB''' ([[March 21]], [[2012]]) (ISBN 978-1613771532)
:*Collects ''G.I. Joe Starring Snake-Eyes and Ninja Force'' #135–138, ''G.I. Joe Starring Snake-Eyes and Transformers: Generation 2'' #139–142, and ''G.I. Joe Starring Snake-Eyes'' #143–145
:*Despite the various titles, all stories are part of the [[G.I. Joe (comic)|''G.I. Joe'' comic]].

*'''[[G.I. Joe/Transformers Volume 1|''G.I. Joe/Transformers,'' Volume 1]] TPB''' ([[August 29]], 2012) (ISBN 978-1613773529)
:*Collects [[Unfoldings!|#138]]–[[...All Fall Down!|142]] (with #138 in a summary w/ a short excerpt only) and the earlier ''[[G.I. Joe and the Transformers (comic)|G.I. Joe and the Transformers]]'' series.
:*The title given above is the indicia title; the cover title is ''G.I. Joe The Transformers 1''.

*'''''[[Transformers: The Definitive G1 Collection]]: Volume 89: Realignments''''' ([[March 4]], [[2020]])
:*Collects issues #138–142 (with #138 reprinted in full, this time), as well as ''G.I. Joe and the Transformers'' #1–4.
:*Bonus material includes a cover gallery and an intro from [[Simon Furman]].
<gallery>
File:ClassicGIJoeVol14.jpg|'''''Classic G.I. Joe Volume 14'' TPB'''; art by [[Jonboy Meyers]] and [[Anthony Washington]]
File:GIJoeTFVol1.jpg|'''''G.I. Joe/Transformers,'' Volume 1'''; art by [[Klaus Scherwinski]]
File:DefinitiveG1Collection v89.jpg|'''''The Definitive G1 Collection Vol. 89: Realignments'''''; art by Dreamwave (Goldbug), [[Chris Batista]], Baskerville, [[Keith Williams|Williams]], and [[Don Hudson|Hudson]]
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Ultra Magnus Jr.

2025-10-30T14:16:32Z

Spacebridge Technician: Instance of 'magus' instead of 'magnus'

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:''Ultra Magnus Jr. is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

[[File:Famicom How-to Manga Cover.jpg|thumb|I look just like my dad!]]

'''Ultra Magnus Jr.''' (ウルトラマグナスJr. ''Urutora Magunasu Juniya'') is [[Ultra Magnus_(G1)|Ultra Magnus]]'s son.

He looks just like Ultra Magnus but he is smaller.

Yes, seriously.

==Fiction==
===''Mystery of Convoy'' comic===
When [[Decepticon]]s kidnapped a human scientist who developed a top secret new weapon, the scientist's son, [[Shunichi]], volunteered for the dangerous mission of rescuing him, as the Autobots had discovered that the amusement park they have tracked the Decepticons to is too small for them. While [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] consented to allow the boy to go into danger, he also sent [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]'s son, Ultra Magnus Jr., to keep Shunichi safe.

Inside the amusement park, Shunichi and Ultra Magnus Jr. were overcome by a strange power which merged them together, leaving both of their minds simultaneously inhabiting Ultra Magnus Jr.'s body. An [[Trypticon (G1)|ominous voice]] welcomed them to the Decepticon Secret Base, and warned of the many dangers awaiting them. Undeterred, they continued forward, into the [[Transformers: Mystery of Convoy|Decepticon World of Nightmares]].

Through a portal, they were taken to an [[Wasteland Zone|endless desert]], and ambushed by Decepticon forces. After Ultra Magnus Jr. and Shunichi defeated the Decepticons, [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] begged for mercy, promising to show them the way out if they spare his life. He revealed that [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] was the key to warp out of Stage 1. Once they were distracted, Starscream attempted to betray them. Grabbing Bumblebee, Ultra Magnus Jr. executed Starscream for his treachery, and they flew through the warp zone.

Facing many dangers, Ultra Magnus Jr. and Shunichi continued to Stage 9, the [[Underground Machine City|Decepticon Machine City]]. Making their way through the old labyrinth, Ultra Magnus Jr. was damaged and dangerously low on energy when they were confronted by [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]. Megatron considered it beneath him to kill Ultra Magnus Jr. without giving him a fighting chance, so he offered a duel where they would each take ten paces, turn, and fire. However, Megatron was only toying with them, and had no intention of honoring the duel. Once Ultra Magnus Jr.'s back was turned, Megatron fired on them. Ultra Magnus Jr. was so low on power that he stumbled and caused Megatron's shot to miss him. Ultra Magnus Jr. fired back, blasting Megatron through the chest, and killing the [[Emperor of Destruction]].

Taking matters into his own hands, the Trypticon brought Ultra Magnus Jr. and Shunichi to the Decepticons' [[Jupiter]] Base, launching the House of Mysteries on top a rocket to travel there. Trypticon easily bested Ultra Magnus Jr. in combat, but the smaller robot found the inner strength and determination to toss Trypticon off him. He flew into Trypticon's open mouth and blew him up from the inside.

Separated back into their own bodies somehow, and with Shunichi's father safely recovered, Ultra Magnus Jr. and Shunichi flew home. They vowed to always help the people of Earth fight the Decepticons. {{storylink|Transformers: Mystery of Convoy (comic)|Mystery of Convoy}}

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Interstellar Marauders Mini-Con Team

2025-10-30T14:14:14Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Spacewarp's Log */ Misspelling of Foldspace.

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[[File:Spacewarp-r.jpg|right|thumb|This is the best photo that exists of us!]]
The '''Interstellar Marauders Mini-Con Team''' is a trio of [[Mini-Con]]s loyal to [[Spacewarp]]. Able to form the [[Transwarp Blaster]], they are especially dangerous. They are:

*[[Boom Tube]], the leader.
*[[Starburst]], who keeps the team repaired.
*[[Jump Drive]], who manages the team's inventory.

==Fiction==
===Ask Vector Prime===
The Interstellar Marauders were [[stasis lock]]ed in their Transwarp Blaster form and eventually became the prize in a high-stakes game of [[Cybertronian games#Triad|Triad]] being held on [[Monacus]]. Fortunately for them, Spacewarp managed to win the pot and, together with her Mini-Con companion [[Foldspace]], revive them with [[proton energy]]. They swore fealty to her and have been with her ever since. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/09/17}}

===Spacewarp's Log===
The Interstellar Marauders Team was with Spacewarp and Foldspace when they were dimensionally displaced to [[Nexus 208.0 Epsilon]]. They were thus with Spacewarp when she obtained a visa to travel off-planet after the [[Shroud]] wrecked interdimensional travel. The trio took part in the operation to rescue [[Vector Prime]] and [[Scorpia (TransTech)|Scorpia]] {{storylink|Transformers: Spacewarp's Log|Spacewarp's Log (2), 2015/11/21}} and later put their [[powerlinx]]ing abilities to use in providing the energy boost to heal [[Dren'strm]]. {{storylink|Transformers: Spacewarp's Log|Spacewarp's Log (2), 2015/11/22}}

==Toys==
===''Universe'' (2003)===
*'''Spacewarp''' (Ultra Class, <strike>2004</strike>?)

:Spacewarp was an [[Unreleased toy|unproduced]] ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' store exclusive, slated to come with a redeco of the [[Space Mini-Con Team]] as well. Even though she was initially intended as a [[Toys"R"Us]] exclusive, no retail chain ultimately ended up wanting to carry her, so Spacewarp was shelved. She was among several proposed exclusives that were ultimately put into retail limbo during the waning of the ''Universe'' line. The Spacewarp concept was ultimately released as one of the first exclusives available for purchase to [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] members as [[Astrotrain (Cybertron)|Astrotrain]], though with a [[redeco]] of the [[Giant Planet Mini-Con Team]] instead of a redeco of the [[Space Mini-Con Team]].

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Transformers: Devastation

2025-09-30T23:05:46Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Generation 1 inspired weapons */ Minor spelling mistake in the header

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{{videogame
|title=''Transformers: Devastation''
|image=Transformers Devastation cover.jpg
|caption=Like I said, kids are cruel, Jack. And I'm very in touch with my inner child.
|developer=[[PlatinumGames]]
|publisher=[[Activision]]
|writer=[[Andy Schmidt]]<ref>[http://news.tfw2005.com/2015/06/19/andy-schmidt-confirmed-as-the-storyteller-for-transformers-devastation-293507 Andy Schmidt Confirmed As The Storyteller For Transformers: Devastation - TFW2005]</ref>
|additionalwriting=
|date=NA: [[October 6]], [[2015]] EU/AU: [[October 9]], [[2015]]
|platform=[[PlayStation]] 3, PlayStation 4, [[Xbox]] 360, Xbox One, PC
|ratings=ESRB: T PEGI: 7+ CB: M
|credits=Transformers: Devastation/credits
}}

'''''Transformers: Devastation''''' is a video game by [[PlatinumGames]], announced at E3 2015 and released in October of the same year. Billed as a tie-in to ''[[Combiner Wars (franchise)|Combiner Wars]]'',<ref>[http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/transformers-forming-epic-storyline-toys-830399 'Transformers' Forming Epic Storyline with Toys, Comics and Video Games (Exclusive) - The Hollywood Reporter]</ref> ''Devastation'' is based in the [[Generation 1 continuity family]] and tells an original story, in which the [[Autobot]]s unite to prevent the [[Decepticon]]s from turning the [[Earth]] to metal. The game primarily draws inspiration from [[The Transformers (cartoon)|the original cartoon]], the [[2005 IDW continuity|IDW comics]], and the ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' toyline, among other sources, and features the return of some of the surviving voice actors from the original cartoon. The game was directed by [[Kenji Saito]], and the soundtrack was composed by [[Satoshi Igarashi]], [[Tetsuya Shibata]], and [[Jun Okubo]], with contributions by [[Vince DiCola]] and [[Kenny Meriedeth]].<ref>[http://news.tfw2005.com/2015/06/16/watch-the-first-transformers-devastation-gameplay-live-183026 Watch the first Transformers Devastation gameplay! - TFW2005]</ref>

''Devastation'' was the final ''Transformers'' game published by [[Activision]]; following the expiration of their licensing agreement with [[Hasbro]], the game and its downloadable content were delisted from multiple digital storefronts on [[December 21]], [[2017]].<ref>[https://www.polygon.com/2017/12/22/16810202/platinum-games-transformers-devastation-legend-of-korra-steam-xbox-live-playstation-store Platinum’s Transformers and Korra games disappear from digital stores - Polygon]</ref> A [[Transformers: Devastation (soundtrack)|selection of the game's soundtrack]], comprising 11 tracks composed by Vince DiCola and Kenny Meriedeth, was announced at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2021]] and released via digital streaming services on November 5, 2021.<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xjtxJqrv-bI&t=1h47m57s Hasbro Pulse Con 2021]</ref> To date, they remain the only music tracks from the game ever to receive an official release.

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==Plot==
===Chapter 1: City of Steel===
[[File:Devastation-Arrival.jpg|thumb|250px|right|[[Avengers]], Assemble!]]
In [[New York City]], a large explosion heralds the appearance of several giant mechanical claws emerging from the ground, causing mass destruction. [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] and his Decepticons land downtown and observe the swarm of [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]] that has filled the air, with [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] also detecting traces of [[plasma energy]]. [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] is hesitant, as no one has been able to control plasma energy since the [[Golden Age]], but Megatron rebukes him, intent on using the gift that they have been given. With the humans successfully evacuated from the city, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and his team of Autobots arrive to assess the threat and stop the Decepticons. After a brief run-in with [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], Optimus and [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] come face to face with Megatron himself. Optimus demands Megatron cease his attack on the city, but Megatron only laughs, saying that Optimus doesn't even realize the truth of who is really behind the attack, and declaring he only wants to make "improvements" to the city. Optimus and Bumblebee defeat Megatron, but he slips away as the two are distracted by the sudden appearance of a giant Steel Tower.

[[File:Devastation-SecretMessage.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Yes, it's coming to me..."Be sure to drink your Ovaltine?!"]]
The Autobots pursue Megatron to the tower, where he deduces that it is somehow directing the Insecticons before receiving a [[Cybertronian language#Aligned continuity family|stream of data]] encoded from the tower. He rides away on [[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]], with the Autobots giving chase, and after [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] briefly battles Megatron, a hatch emerges from the ground leading below. Megatron enters, activating the security system to ensure the Autobots cannot follow. [[Teletraan I|Teletraan-1]] reveals that the hatch leads to the interior of an unknown ship buried below the city, requiring the shutdown of three sub-generators and a primary generator to gain access. With no other choice, the Autobots reach the sub-generators, each guarded by two of the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]], and shut them down. They return to the primary generator, but the Constructicons have beaten them there and reform Devastator. The team defeat the [[Combiner]], but a hologram of Megatron appears to reveal his plan: he now controls the Cybertronian ship known as the ''[[Proudstar]]'', and is using it to control the Insecticons, allowing him to [[cyberforming|cyberform]] the [[Earth]] into a new [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] within mere days at the cost of all native life.
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===Chapter 2: The Proudstar===
[[File:Devastation-ProudstarComponents.jpg|thumb|250px|right|[SELECT YOUR WEAPON]]]
After chasing down a [[Sentry-Bot]] containing the key-code to enter, the Autobots enter the ''Proudstar''. Optimus explains that the ship is of Autobot origin, and was once captained by [[Nova Prime]] as part of the Mission of Cybertronian [[Expansion]]. Its goal was to make uninhabited planets suitable for Cybertronian life and preserve a record of their race's culture via the [[Colonnade of Cybertron]] placed aboard the ship's supercomputer, the [[Ferrotaxis]], which controls both the [[Plasma Core]] and the Insecticons. With so much of Cybertron's culture having been lost over the course of the [[Great War (G1)|Great War]], the Autobots make it their mission to retrieve the Ferrotaxis intact and shut down the Plasma Core, stopping the cyberforming. As they split up to explore, Optimus notes a feeling of darkness permeating the ship. The group briefly gets locked into a battle with Soundwave, but he is called away by Megatron for other matters, leaving them to be swarmed by Insecticons bursting from the many [[stasis pod]]s housed within the ship. The Autobots battle through the swarms, including several giant-sized Ancient Insecticons, as the voice of [[Teletraan Alpha]] cryptically hints at the [[The Transformers: The Movie|dark future events]] each Autobot will face, including prophesying that the Great War will come to an end without Optimus Prime there to see it. They reach the Plasma Core, but due to plasma energy's unpredictability, [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] predicts blowing up the Core will cause an explosion that will take half the Earth with it. Defeating the Insecticon guards, they break the shielding protecting the Core, but the security system envelops the core in a protective casing and fires it away from the ship.
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===Chapter 3: The Core===
[[File:Devastation-CoreDamage.jpg|thumb|250px|right|That electrical storm is dangerous. Everyone grab your [[yellow boots]]!]]
With the ship and Insecticons rendered inactive due to the loss of their power source, the Autobots seek to retrieve the Plasma Core before Megatron, as well as shut it down due to the potentially dangerous leak sprung in the previous encounter. Knowing Megatron will need someone to retrieve the core, they encounter and defeat [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], who believes plasma energy is too dangerous to be controlled by anyone and tells them the Core's location on the promise that they get rid of it. Making their way to the island where the Core landed, the Autobots encounter Decepticon defenses at [[Liberty Bridge]], stalling for time so that the leak may be patched before they move it. The team uses an explosive cube of [[Red Energon]] to clear the forces at the bridge's entrance, but Starscream arrives to replace them. The Autobots defeat him and begin to cross the bridge, only to come under fire by [[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] as they do so. They manage to hold him off until reaching the other side of the bridge, where they defeat him. Optimus approaches the badly-damaged Plasma Core container, but Starscream appears and carries it away before they have a chance to shut it down.
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===Chapter 4: Possession===
[[File:Devastation-Menasor.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Great... AETHER!]]
Back at the tower, Soundwave reveals to Megatron that they were unable to patch the leak before Starscream took the Plasma Core, meaning its detonation is imminent. Only able to be repaired at a [[Plasma Energy Interface]] on Cybertron, Megatron orders Starscream to bring the unstable Core to the tower. The Autobots pursue him across the bridge, but the onset of a storm makes it difficult for Starscream to fly, causing him to lose his grip on the Core and drop it into the city. Optimus tracks Starscream's landing location, but Megatron sends [[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]] to the coordinates as well. The team race him to the crash site, barely beating him there, and fight him off. The Autobots follow the trail to the Plasma Core, and Wheeljack prepares to patch the leak while the others cover him. Just as he gets the case open, Motormaster and the rest of the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] arrive and form [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]]. The Autobots defeat the Combiner and, in a fit of rage, he throws the Plasma Core case all the way to the tower. Megatron activates the [[space bridge]] to Cybertron and takes the Core and his troops through, ordering Starscream to hold off the Autobots.
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===Chapter 5: To Cybertron===
[[File:Devastation-PlasmaEnergyInterface.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Well, there's your problem: you put the batteries in backwards!]]Optimus and his team follow the Decepticons through the space bridge, battling Starscream while in transit. They emerge on Cybertron just as Megatron leaves with the Plasma Core and Blitzwing appears for a rematch. The group defeat him and approach the Plasma Energy Interface, but before they can stop it, they are ambushed by [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]. While ultimately defeated, Shockwave manages to hold the Autobots off long enough for [[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] to finish repairing the Plasma Core and escape with Megatron. Bumblebee points out the insanity of their plan, but Shockwave argues that Nova Prime was the one who saw the need to cyberform populated planets, though Optimus refuses to believe it. Now back at the tower, Megatron orders the Plasma Core and the Ferrotaxis brought online, declaring the cyberforming process will be complete in less than one Earth day.
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===Chapter 6: Ferrotaxis===
[[File:Devastation-Nova-Madness.jpg|thumb|250px|right|He took the cancellation of ''Animated''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s fourth season pretty hard.]]
Now patched and restored to the ''Proudstar'', the Plasma Core is put into overdrive, causing the Insecticons to restart the cyberforming process at a rapid rate, and the Autobots return to stop it. However, due to the poor repair job by the Constructicons, the Core ruptures and produces a gravitational anomaly that begins sucking the Autobots in. Retreating to a safe distance, Wheeljack deduces that if the core goes critical, it will lead to planetary extinction. Optimus decides that the only way to shut down both the Plasma Core and the Insecticons is by using the Ferrotaxis, which [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] points out is in Megatron's possession. However, Soundwave takes control of the ship's security systems, sabotaging their escape route. Barely evading his traps, the Autobots once again become aware of the darkness permeating the ''Proudstar''. Prime posits that while Nova Prime's mission may have initially been noble, cyberforming uninhabited planets to bring life to the galaxy, he and his crew were corrupted by some [[Unicron/Generation 1|unknown entity]] along the way, seeding darkness within his spark and driving him to insanity. The entity sought the destruction of Cybertron and its people, and still searches for the planet to this day, destroying all it encounters along the way. The Autobots head to the control room, but are blocked by Soundwave. Defeating him, the team prepares to storm the control room and take Megatron down once and for all.
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===Chapter 7: Legacy===
[[File:Devastation-FinalBattle.jpg|thumb|250px|right|"You only want the Ferrotaxis because I'm using it." "Oh, yeah? Prove it." "Here." "Hey, man, I don't want your stupid Ferrotaxis."]]
As they approach the ''Proudstar''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s control room, the Autobots are beset by a legion of Decepticons seeking to defend it, including Motormaster, Thundercracker and [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]. The Autobots enter the control room, where Megatron mocks them before leaving with the Ferrotaxis, ordering the Constructicons to finish them off. After battling all six individually, the Constructicons merge into Devastator, prompting another battle. However, it isn't long before Menasor shows up as well, forcing them to fight both Combiners at once. Eventually, both are knocked off the platform to their destruction, and the Autobots head for the surface. Emerging from below, the Autobots find Megatron watching in delight as the planet is ripped apart by the cyberforming, declaring their home will live once more and noting how much he and Optimus could have accomplished together as allies. Optimus demands that Megatron hand over the Ferrotaxis so that their culture might continue to be preserved and shared, but Megatron throws it away, declaring that they will have to defeat him to get it. The Autobots engage in battle in battle with Megatron and emerge victorious, with Optimus once again demanding the Ferrotaxis. Megatron declares that if he can't have it, no one can, launching it high into the sky with his fusion cannon. A swarm of Insecticons follows the Ferrotaxis into the air, and Optimus grabs hold of one of them to catch up, with Megatron in hot pursuit.

[[File:Devastation-Space.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Space...the final <s>boss battle</s> frontier...]]
Now in Earth's orbit as the Insecticons surround the Ferrotaxis, Optimus prepares to fire at the computer, only to be knocked from his perch by Megatron, forcing the two into a zero-gravity final battle. Megatron argues that he fights to restore Cybertron, the home that Optimus abandoned, and that life comes from servos, gyros, and fuel, not flesh. Optimus rejects this, however, believing that destroying other worlds to keep Cybertron on life-support can't be the only way. With one final blow, Optimus manages to knock Megatron out long enough to retrieve the Ferrotaxis, but cannot shut down the Insecticons due to a failsafe activated by Megatron. Megatron declares the only way to stop the Ferrotaxis is to destroy it at the cost of Cybertron's culture and history, and that Cybertron's fate is now in Optimus's hands. Optimus replies that he has the courage to make the right decision and fires upon the Ferrotaxis, destroying it. As a result, the Plasma Core shuts down and the Insecticons all fall lifelessly back to Earth. Megatron is mortified, but Prime is resolute in his decision, believing humanity should decide its own fate. As he falls back to Earth, he tells the other Autobots that while they have lived on Earth for years, they have never truly accepted it as their home, holding out hope of returning to a re-forged Cybertron. While that may someday occur, Prime declares that as of that day, the Earth is their true home, and they are to protect it no matter the cost.

[[File:Devastation-Nova-Awakens.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Oy! Ten thousand years will give you such a crick in the neck.]]
Later, back at the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', a recovered Optimus discusses with Wheeljack if he has found a way to strengthen their forces, with Wheeljack deeming the process risky. As he reflects on what Teletraan Alpha told him aboard the ''Proudstar'', Teletraan-1 receives a transmission from [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] and [[Superion (G1)|Superion]], who throw their full support behind Optimus's plan. Deciding that this is the price he must pay to rid the world of the Decepticons, Optimus and Wheeljack examine schematics for the [[Optimus Maximus (G1)|project]]. Unbeknownst to them, one of the pods on the'' Proudstar'' has broken open. Nova Prime awakens...
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==Featured characters==
{{Featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] ([[Peter Cullen]])
**[[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]]*
*[[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] ([[Dan Gilvezan]])
**Goldfire*
*[[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] ([[Michael Bell]])
**[[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]]*
*[[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]] ([[Christopher Swindle]])
*[[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] ([[Gregg Berger]])
*[[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] ([[Steve Blum]])
*[[Superion (G1)|Superion]] ([[Jamieson Price]])
|c2=
*[[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]] ([[Frank Welker]])
*[[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] ([[Scott Whyte]])
*[[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]] (Frank Welker)
*[[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] ([[Dave Boat]])
*[[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] ([[André Sogliuzzo]])
*[[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] (Scott Whyte)
*[[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]] ([[Darryl Kurylo]])
*[[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]] (Christopher Swindle)
*[[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (Scott Whyte)
*[[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]]
*[[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]
*[[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]]
*[[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] (Dave Boat)
**[[Scrapper (G1)|Scrapper]] (Michael Bell)
**[[Scavenger (G1)|Scavenger]] (André Sogliuzzo)
**[[Mixmaster (G1)|Mixmaster]] (Jamieson Price)
**[[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]] (Gregg Berger)
**[[Bonecrusher (G1)|Bonecrusher]] (Steve Blum)
**[[Hook (G1)|Hook]] (Jamieson Price)
*[[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] ([[James Arnold Taylor]])
**[[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]] ([[Liam O'Brien]])
**[[Breakdown (G1)|Breakdown]]**
**[[Offroad (CW)|Offroad]]**
**[[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]]**
**[[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Strip]]**
*[[Ground Soldier]]s (Steve Blum, Darryl Kurylo, [[Jim Ward]])
*[[Seeker (body-type)|Seekers]] (James Arnold Taylor, André Sogliuzzo, Liam O'Brien)
*[[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]] (Darryl Kurylo, Christopher Swindle, Dave Boat)
**[[Kickback (G1)|Kickback]]
**[[Shrapnel (G1)|Skrapnel]]
**[[Bombshell (G1)|Bombshell]]
|c4=
*[[Teletraan I|Teletraan-1]] (Jim Ward)
*[[Teletraan Alpha]] (Jim Ward)
*[[Nova Prime]]
*[[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]]†
*[[Kranix (G1)|Kranix]]†
*[[Kremzeek]]
|nonumbering=true
}}

:''*Indicates character available only as downloadable content skin.''
:''**Indicates character who only appears in vehicle mode.''
:''† Indicates character who only appears in text-based log entries.''

==Quotes==
"But...but PLASMA energy is unstable! No one has been able to tame it since...since...the GOLDEN AGE!" 
"Then stand back Starscream, and watch me tame it, as I have tamed you."
:— '''Megatron''' made '''Starscream''' his patsy.

"Optimus... come to save the day, I presume?"
:— Just like old times for '''Megatron''' and Optimus Prime.

"Less talk, Autobot. More dying."
:— '''Megatron''' plays for keeps.

"They call me 'Goldfire'! ...Ridiculous, I know."
:— '''Bumblebee''' is less than impressed by his DLC costume.

"Scanning... Identified. Cybertronian Bumblebee. Beware the coming tide of chaos... You will evolve known by another name. In time, your spirit will be that of legend. Your monikers will be many: The World's Bridge. Goldbug. Race-Welder. And finally... Goldfire." 
"Well, that makes me feel special..."
:— '''Teletraan Alpha''' foresees '''Bumblebee''''s future.

"My loyalty only goes so far. Tampering with Plasma Energy? That's madness." 
"Wow, that took, like, no convincing at all. No wonder they call you ThunderCRACKER." 
"Very funny, pipsqueak."
:— Much to '''Thundercracker''''s dismay, '''Bumblebee''' learns the true meaning of his name.

"Last one there's the corroded diode, Autobots!"
:— '''Motormaster''' tells the Autobots to eat his dust.

"Starscream failed. Guess that makes me the new leader of the Decepticons! ...Anybody else want this job?"
:— All hail '''Skywarp'''!

"We should have been allies, you know. Imagine what we could have accomplished... But you never had the manifolds to do what needed to be done." 
"I have the manifolds to stand up for those who cannot stand for themselves."
:— '''Megatron''' and '''Optimus Prime''' talk motivation.

"Why must you always interfere?" 
"You would place Cybertron at the center of the universe." 
"Cybertron is the center of my universe. How is it not at the heart of yours?" 
"Cybertron is about all life. Destruction to keep Cybertron on life support--there must be another way." 
"Flesh isn't life. Servos, gyros and fuel--this is where life comes from! You're defending--''bi-product''--at best! I will restore Cybertron and retake the galaxy!" 
"That ambition will be your end."
:— '''Megatron''' and '''Optimus''' wax poetic as they battle in space.

"Behold, Optimus. A new Cybertron is being born..." 
"No, you are only destroying the Earth, not creating." 
"You don't really believe that, do you?" 
"It is the only thing I am sure I believe. You must be stopped." 
"You're welcome to try." 
"It will be my pleasure." 
"I'm not done yet!!"
:— The final battle between '''Megatron''' and '''Optimus''' comes to a head.

"Autobots. We have lived on Earth for decades. But I see now that we have not truly accepted Earth as our home, holding out some distant hope that we would return to a newly re-forged Cybertron. And maybe one day, that will happen, but we cannot continue to live in between worlds. From this day forward, we are no longer Cybertronians who are stranded on another world. Now we are a part of Earth. And we must treat Earth as though we were forged here. And we must protect our home...no matter the cost."
:— '''Optimus''' monologues as he falls back to Earth.

==Gameplay==
''Devastation'' is a fast-paced hack-and-slash brawler, similar to many of Platinum's other titles like ''Bayonetta'' and ''[[Solid Snake|Metal Gear]] Rising: Revengeance''. Players choose from five Autobots ([[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]], and [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]) and battle Decepticons using a combination of light and heavy physical attacks, with players generally having to defeat an entire wave of enemies in order to proceed. Players can chain these attacks into a combo, as well as extend their combos and utilize new moves by strategically transforming back and forth between vehicle and robot modes during strings of attacks. Each of the Autobots is also equipped with a projectile-based weapon, allowing them to attack enemies they cannot normally reach, such as airborne [[Seeker (body-type)|Seekers]]. Players have multiple defensive options, being able to block, dodge, parry, and counterattack against enemy blows; similar to the "Witch Time" mechanic from ''Bayonetta'', dodging at just the right moment will induce "Focus" and cause time to slow down for the surrounding environment, giving players a chance to move in close and counterattack. Certain gameplay segments will encourage the use of vehicle mode over robot mode, such as chasing down escaping Decepticons on a highway or transforming back to robot mode at maximum speed to break an enemy shield.

Each of the five Autobots has a different set of moves and properties; Optimus is the most equally-balanced, Bumblebee focuses on quickness over attack strength, Sideswipe uses a hit-and-run attack style, Wheeljack is largely based around ranged combat and defense, and Grimlock deals in slow but powerful close-range strikes. Each character also possesses a unique ability that they can trigger in battle, such as Wheeljack's shield or Grimlock's grapple; this depletes energy from their Ability Gauge, which automatically refills over time. Attacking enemies will also fill the Ultimate Gauge; when full, this will allow players to use their character-specific Ultimate Attack, doing heavy damage to multiple foes.

The game also includes a player-customization system. Several different weapon types can be potentially dropped by enemies or found in weapons caches and vaults. Each type of weapon, such as axes, swords, or hammers, can only be used by certain characters, and new weapons can be synthesized by using the old ones as materials, allowing players to create stronger weapons of different types. Players can also spend in-game [[Galactic Credits|credits]] to develop [[T.E.C.H.]] that grants passive boosts to their characters, giving them bonuses such as auto-recovery or an increased credit drop rate; the strength of the T.E.C.H. developed varies depending on the amount of credits spent, as well as the player's success at a quicktime event during the synthesis process. Characters' individual stats can also be improved either through combat or by purchasing upgrades with credits. The Lab acts as the in-game store, allowing players to purchase additional weapons, temporary power-ups, and new moves for all five Autobots. Players can access all of these options by returning to the ''[[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'', either between story chapters or by using one of several Teletraan uplinks in each stage, which also function as checkpoints.

The game features seven Story chapters. At the beginning, three difficulty levels are accessible ("Scout", "Warrior", and "Commander"), while two higher difficulties ("[[Magnus (rank)|Magnus]]" and "[[Prime (rank)|Prime]]") are unlocked after completing the lower ones. Players who go off the beaten path in the story chapters may find side missions and [[Transpacial Converters]] scattered about; completing these will reward players with additional weapons. In addition to the primary Story Mode, the game also includes a Challenge Mode with 50 stand-alone missions.

A Gallery mode allows players to view assorted art pieces, such as stage concept art and [[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]] [[package art|character art]]. New art can be unlocked by finding bouncing [[Kremzeek]]s and Mystery Objects in each stage, or shooting down Decepticon Flags and Spy Ops hovering in the sky. Collectible [[Source:Devastation info logs|info logs]] explaining various concepts and backstory elements can be found throughout the game as well. Completing the game will add the credits sequence to the gallery, viewable with or without the credits themselves, as well as a model viewer that allows players to view all of the 3D character models, accompanied by their respective themes. The model viewer includes a "Transform" command that lets you view both of their modes, and a "Try Me" button that plays some of their voice samples.

Players who pre-ordered the game received a downloadable content bundle that included character skins for Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Sideswipe based on [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]], Goldfire, and [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]] respectively, as well as three new weapons: the [[Dark Star Saber]], the twin Golden Hunters, and the Photon Disruptor. This bundle was later made publicly available for a $5 purchase roughly a month following the game's release.

==Trophy/Achievement list==
When completing various goals and tasks during the game, the player will be rewarded as part of their console of choice's meta-goal system. Players can earn up to 31 Trophies on PlayStation 3 and PlayStation 4, and 30 Achievements on the Xbox 360 and Xbox One. The PlayStation versions' trophies come in four types: Bronze, which represent easier tasks and are worth the least experience; Silver, which are awarded for challenges of mid-level difficulty; Gold, which are given for harder tasks and worth more experience; and Platinum, the highest-level trophy unlocked only after earning all of a game's other trophies. On the Xbox versions, each achievement has a Gamerscore value that adds to the player's total Gamerscore across all games played; up to 1000 Gamerscore can be earned in ''Devastation''. These achievements can also be earned in the PC version as part of the Steam interface, but lack the individual values and weights from the console versions.

{| border=1 cellspacing=0 cellpadding=5
! Icon
! Achievement/Trophy name
! Achievement/Trophy description
! Gamerscore
! PS Trophy
! Icon
! Achievement/Trophy name
! Achievement/Trophy description
! Gamerscore
! PS Trophy
|-
| [[File:Devastation Till All Are One.jpg|60px]]
| [['Til all are one|Till All Are One]]
| Complete all chapters on any difficulty.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation Supreme Commander.jpg|60px]]
| [[Supreme Commander]]
| Complete all chapters on any difficulty using Optimus Prime.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Sting Like A Bee.jpg|60px]]
| Sting Like a Bee
| Complete all chapters on any difficulty using Bumblebee.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation The Wizard Of Iacon.jpg|60px]]
| The Wizard of [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]]
| Complete all chapters on any difficulty using Wheeljack.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Raging Bull.jpg|60px]]
| Raging Bull
| Complete all chapters on any difficulty using Sideswipe.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation The King.jpg|60px]]
| The King
| Complete all chapters on any difficulty using Grimlock.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation All Clear.jpg|60px]]
| All Clear
| Complete all Challenge Mode missions on any difficulty.
| 85 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Gold}}
| [[File:Devastation Halfway There.jpg|60px]]
| Halfway There
| Complete half of all Challenge Mode missions on any difficulty.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation No Stone Unturned.jpg|60px]]
| No Stone Unturned
| Collect all collectible items.
| 90 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Gold}}
| [[File:Devastation Avid Collector.jpg|60px]]
| Avid Collector
| Complete half of all collectible items.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Synthesis 101.jpg|60px]]
| Synthesis 101
| Synthesize 10 weapons.
| 15 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Bronze}}
| [[File:Devastation Full Throttle.jpg|60px]]
| Full Throttle
| Defeat 100 enemies with Vehicle/Dino Attacks.
| 15 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Bronze}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Dont Hit The Brakes.jpg|60px]]
| (Don't) Hit the Brakes!
| Defeat 100 enemies with Rush Attacks.
| 15 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Bronze}}
| [[File:Devastation Platinum.jpg|60px]]
| Platinum
| Complete all chapters, earning the highest rank, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater.
| 90 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Gold}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Catch This.jpg|60px]]
| Catch this!
| Use parrying to catch the following from an enemy: a boulder, a missile, and both drill types.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation Pedal To The Metal.jpg|60px]]
| Pedal to the Metal
| Use Focus 100 times.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Quick Reflexes.jpg|60px]]
| Quick Reflexes
| After dodging, quickly counter with a melee attack 100 times.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation Bullet Storm.jpg|60px]]
| Bullet Storm
| After dodging, quickly counter with a ranged attack 100 times.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Hawkeyed.jpg|60px]]
| Hawkeyed
| Perform 100 successful head shots.
| 15 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Bronze}}
| [[File:Devastation Flyswatter.jpg|60px]]
| Flyswatter
| Finish the lift battle in Chapter 2 without taking damage from Insecticons.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Urban Landscaping.jpg|60px]]
| Urban Landscaping
| In chapter 1, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, knock Devastator into a building 3 times.
| 15 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Bronze}}
| [[File:Devastation Roadblock.jpg|60px]]
| Roadblock
| In chapter 4, defeat Motormaster while racing him.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Surround Sound.jpg|60px]]
| Surround Sound
| In chapter 6, on diff. COMMANDER or greater, defeat Soundwave without defeating any cassettes.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation Wrecking Crew.jpg|60px]]
| Wrecking Crew
| In chapter 1, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, defeat Devastator without taking damage.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Hard-Core.jpg|60px]]
| HARD-Core
| In chapter 2, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, destroy the shielding without taking damage.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation Triple Changer.jpg|60px]]
| [[Triple Changer]]
| In chapter 3, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, defeat Blitzwing without taking damage.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Destruction Derby.jpg|60px]]
| Destruction Derby
| In chapter 4, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, defeat Menasor without taking damage.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation Dont Look Him In The Eye.jpg|60px]]
| Don't Look Him in the Eye
| In chapter 5, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, defeat Shockwave without taking damage.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation Broken Radio.jpg|60px]]
| Broken Radio
| In chapter 6, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, defeat Soundwave without taking damage.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
| [[File:Devastation Emperor of Destruction.jpg|60px]]
| [[Emperor of Destruction]]
| In chapter 7, on difficulty COMMANDER or greater, defeat Megatron without taking damage.
| 30 {{gamerscore}}
| {{PS Silver}}
|-
| [[File:Devastation All Trophies.jpg|60px]]
| All Trophies
| Earned all other trophies.
|
| {{PS Platinum}}
|-
|}

==Technical errors and oddities==
*At the beginning of the game, Soundwave is not shown flying in the sky despite landing alongside Starscream, Blitzwing, and Megatron a moment later.
*In that same cutscene, the Decepticon flying next to Blitzwing is not Starscream, but one of the Warrior Seekers.
*''Also'' in the opening cutscene, the thick, comic book-style outline around Starscream's jaw doesn't move while he warns Megatron about plasma energy.
*In Chapter 1, after the first Devastator battle, Sideswipe's torso is seen twisted.
*In Chapter 1, Teletraan 1 pronounces "[[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]]" as "Kai-on" when it should be "Kay-on".
*In Chapter 1, when the Constructicons form Devastator, you can see straight through Devastator's shoulder joint in the brief moment before Bonecrusher attaches. This is due to the model's arm joint not being capped off at the end as it is usually obscured by Devastator's arm, thus allowing the camera to see within the model where the polygon backfaces are not rendered.
*In Chapter 1, when Megatron enters the hatch leading underground, Optimus mispronounces Teletraan-1 as "Teltraan-1", omitting the second syllable.
*In Chapter 2, a second "the" is included in the subtitles when Optimus says "Autobots, welcome to the ''Proudstar''."
*In Chapter 3, when Optimus throws the Red Energon cube, it is inexplicably colored pink.
*In Chapter 4, when the Autobots find the location of the Plasma Core, Bumblebee is seen opening and closing his mouth repeatedly despite not having any dialogue.
*In Chapter 4, as Motormaster and his Stunticons intervene, a very scaled down model of his alternate mode can briefly be seen between his legs as Breakdown and Offroad attach onto them.
*In Chapter 4, after Starscream crashes in the Decepticon hangar, the faction symbols on all the other Decepticons suddenly pulse as one.
*Throughout the campaign, many shots in the cutscenes show some characters such as Starscream and Soundwave having their hand textures being swapped with Wheeljack's.
*The description for Sideswipe's "Launcher Barrage" ability states that the player needs to press the fire button repeatedly, while in actuality the attack will fire on its own.
*When using the single sword weapon type, the attack sequence, "light, pause, light (hold)" can give the player an extra jump.

==Transformers references==
===Weapons===
All of the player weapons are derived from those used in past ''Transformers'' series:

====Generation 1 inspired weapons====
*Optimus carries both his standard [[energon-axe]] and [[ion blaster]].
*Bumblebee's blasters are based on the [[Generic Autobot laser pistol|weapon]] included with his [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|first ''Masterpiece'' toy]]. Bumblebee's melee weapons are his "gloves", which are just his fists.
*[[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe's]] primary melee weapons are silver swords identical to the one included with his [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|G2 ''Masterpiece'' toy]]. His standard [[flare gun]] and [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)|G2 comic]] GZS-3 and MA685 blasters are also unlockable throughout the game.
*Wheeljack's wrenches are based on the accessories included with his [[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Generations|2010 ''Generations'' toy]].
*Grimlock wields his [[galaxial rocket launcher]] packaged with his [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Generation 1|original toy]], though it is physically modeled after his Twin Stunner Laser. Much like Bumblebee, his melee weapons are his gloves, but his [[energo weapon|Energo-sword]] can be unlocked.
*The Piercing Rifle series of weapons and Golden Hunters associated with Goldfire are based on [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]]'s blaster.
*The Heavy Spreadshot series of weapons and Photon Disruptor associated with Red Alert are based on [[Getaway]]'s [[plasma-shell shotgun]].

*After defeating Megatron, you unlock his classic [[fusion cannon]].
*Defeating Starscream unlocks his [[null-ray]]s.
*The Shockwave Blaster is based on Shockwave's blaster mode.
*The drills Bonecrusher and Devastator use (both melee and ranged) can be unlocked after they are defeated. Both versions are based on the spring-loaded drills that came with their G1 toys.
*The Solar Beam Rifle is based on [[Devastator (G1)/toys|Devastator's]] weapon (called a [[magna laser]] in his and Mixmaster's [[instructions]] but a [[solar energy beam rifle]] in his [[bio]]).
*Motormaster/Menasor's classic Ionizer Sword and Cyclone Rifle can be unlocked after they are defeated.
*The Small Blasters are based on those wielded by [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] and [[Frenzy (G1)|Frenzy]].
*The four basic Machineguns {{sic}} are based on [[Kickback (G1)|Kickback]]'s "Electrothermic Blast Tube" (AKA the gun his G1 figure came with). Fittingly, the Kickback fought in Chapter 2 wields one of these.
*The Basic Blaster is based on [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]]'s [[photon rifle]].
*The Basic Spreadshot is based on the animation model of [[Hound (G1)|Hound]]'s hologram gun.
*The grenade launchers, four basic missile launchers, and Grappling Hook are all based on the missile launchers in [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]] & [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]'s [[Onebox component]]s.
*The Adhesive and Slow Gel Guns, as well as the Rust, Confuse & Weakening Spreadshots, all resemble the missile launcher that came with [[Sludge (G1)#Toys|Sludge]] (specifically, how it appeared in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|Generation 1 cartoon]]).
*The Heavy Blaster is based on the animation model for [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]]'s photon missile launcher.
*The heavy sniper rifles are modeled after [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]]'s [[Electro-scrambler]].
*The basic swords are slightly scaled-down versions of [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]]'s [[Sonic sword]].
*The Battle Cutters are dead ringers for the saw weapon [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] briefly used in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
*The Photon Eliminator, Rodimus Prime's classic weapon, can be acquired after Magnus mode is unlocked.
*The Magna Shot blaster is a signature weapon of [[Dai Atlas (G1)|Dai Atlas]].

====Other continuties inspired weapons====
*All of the "middle-weight" launchers (Delay Launcher, 6 Shot Missiles, etc.) are based on ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)|Generation 2]]'' [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing's]] shoulder-mounted gatling gun.
*The Battle Swords resemble [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]]'s swords. They are often dual-wielded in the game by Elite Seekers in Primal's original colors.
*The basic hammer weapons bear a striking resemblance to the [[Magnus Hammer]].
*Some of the weapons originate from ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers Prime]]'', such as the [[Star Saber (Thirteen)|Star Saber]], the [[Dark Star Saber]], and the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. The Battle Hammer version of the Forge resembles the one included with ''[[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Beast Hunters|''Beast Hunters'' Ultra Magnus toy]].
*The Wrecking Ball resembles [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]]'s melee weapon.
*The four "knuckle" weapons resemble the "Combat Claw" that came with the ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' [[Megatron (WFC)/toys#Prime|Voyager Megatron]] toy.
*The Loudspeaker is based on ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]] [[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' Deluxe Class [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Special Ops Jazz]]'s weapon (itself based on [[Classic Pretender]] [[Jazz (G1)/toys#Pretender|Jazz]]'s weapon) in its combined form with the figure's loudspeaker accessories attached.
*The Assault Rifles are modeled after the large rifle that came with [[Blurr (G1)|Blurr's]] [[Blurr (G1)/toys#Generations|2010 ''Generations'' toy]].
*The basic sniper rifles are based on [[Kup (G1)|Kup]]'s [[musket laser]] included with his [[Kup (G1)/toys#Generations|2011 ''Generations'' figure]].
*The MOD Fusion Cannon and Battle Blade are based on [[live-action film series|live action]] [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]'s weapons, respectively.
*Heavy hammers, such as the Energon and Shock Hammer, are based on ''Age of Extinction'' [[Grimlock (AOE)|Grimlock]]'s mace.

===Easter Eggs===
*The eight upgradeable stats for each Autobot (Strength, Courage, Speed, Fireblast, Skill, Endurance, Intelligence, and Rank) are based directly on the classic G1 [[Tech Spec]]s.
*While Optimus Prime and Grimlock's alternate modes are based off of their animation models from ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|The Transformers]]'', the other playable characters' alternate modes are based off of pre-existing toys. Bumblebee's alternate mode is based off of his [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Classics|''Classics'' toy]], Sideswipe's is based on his [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|2008 ''Universe'' toy]] and Wheeljack's is from his [[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Generations|2010 ''Generations'' toy]].
*Wheeljack's Ultimate attack involves building an [[Wheeljack Instant Immobilizer|Immobilizer]] from "[[The Immobilizer]]".
*The Repair Kits bear a fair resemblance to [[Diagnostic Drone]]s.
*The weapon crates scattered throughout each level bear a resemblance to the [[AllSpark]]'s container from ''[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|Transformers Animated]]''.
*The attempted [[cyberforming]] of Earth by the Decepticons has been used as a plot point in several past ''Transformers'' stories.
*The hurricane wind generators may be a reference to the [[Devastator Winds]] that have inspired Devastator's name in a few continuities.
*Concept art in the game shows that the cyberforming claws found throughout New York City and the ''Proudstar'' are based on [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]'s claws/hands, though the final design has ''slightly'' different details.
*In the Ark, one of the monitors behind Sideswipe displays a schematic of [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]], sporting his ''Combiner Wars'' design.
*Sideswipe declares he's ready to [[The Transformers: The Movie#Quotes|bust some Deceptichops]].
*Megatron's appearance mixes his general G1 design with his ''Combiner Wars'' [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#Combiner Wars|figure]] (tank tread shins, pointed shoulders, tank alt. mode).
*Megatron generates an energy-based shield from his fusion cannon arm, an ability he previously exhibited in "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]".
*Several billboards advertise [[S. Witwicky Auto Repairs & Tow Service|S. Witwicky's Auto Shop]] and [[Prim Cola]]. Also visible is the "Creamy Cream" billboard from "[[Prime Target (episode)|Prime Target]]", renamed to the less-snigger-inducing "Bluebird Lotion". An IDW-inspired billboard easter egg is a sign advertising, "[[Maccadam's Old Oil House|Maccadam's Motor Oil]]."
*Shops found around the city include [[Becky's Coffee Shop]] from "[[I, Robot-Master!]]"; Lander's Beverages, named in homage to [[Lander]]'s love of wines; and a jewelry store named Bahoudin's, referencing the [[Pearl of Bahoudin]] from "[[Trans-Europe Express]]". [[Burger House]] was also planned to appear, but PlatinumGames had to change the sign for legal reasons, instead advertising a "Mega Burger Combo".<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://web.archive.org/web/20221124183053/https://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2015/12/20/the-abundant-easter-eggs-of-transformers-devastation.aspx|name=Matt Miller|title=The Abundant Easter Eggs Of Transformers Devastation|site=Game Informer|year=2015|month=12|day=20}}</ref>
*The message Megatron receives from the tower uses "[[Cybertronian language#The Transformers cartoon|Ancient Autobot]]" characters, first seen in "[[Cosmic Rust (episode)|Cosmic Rust]]".
*Bumblebee comments on the unlikely odds that another Cybertronian ship besides the ''Ark'' and the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'' would have crash-landed on Earth millions of years ago... unaware that the ''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' and ''[[Darksyde (BW)|Darksyde]]'' did exactly that in ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|Beast Wars]]''.
*The Insecticons are treated as a swarm similar to the clones from the G1 cartoon and the Infestation from the IDW comics, with infologs stating that these Insecticons were bred specifically for use on the ''Proudstar'' without the faction alignment, speech or distinct personalities of the primary Insecticons.
*Like his IDW self, [[Nova Prime]] traveled through the [[Benzuli Expanse]].
*One of Kranix's logs makes mention of [[Ore-13]].
*Teletraan Alpha alludes to Wheeljack and Optimus's unfortunate demises in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.
*Teletraan Alpha also tells Bumblebee that he will eventually be known as "The World's Bridge", "[[The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 2|Goldbug]]", "Race-Welder", and "Goldfire".
*Sideswipe asks Teletraan Alpha if he's been talking to [[Sunstreaker (G1)|his brother]].
*Teletraan Alpha cannot read Grimlock's aura due to the Dinobot [[S.O.S. Dinobots|not being completely Cybertronian]].
*[[Red Energon]] appears, only here it's a volatile explosive, not a speed enhancer.
*[[Blitzwing (G1)|Blitzwing]] uses ice in his jet mode and fire in his tank mode, in the vein of his [[Blitzwing (Animated)|''Animated'' counterpart]].
*The [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] appear in their ''Combiner Wars'' [[Stunticon (G1)#Generations|designs]], with Offroad replacing [[Wildrider (G1)|Wildrider]], while Menasor's appearance is a combination of his G1 and CW designs. Notably, [[Blackjack (G1)|Blackjack]] forms on Menasor's chest, though he does not appear among the separated Stunticons. Also, the Stunticons actually fuse with Motormaster's limbs like in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]].
*Shockwave has the ability to generate duplicates of himself, in an ''insanely'' specific reference to a power mentioned in the original animated series [[production bible]], which was never used in the cartoon itself ([[Desertion of the Dinobots, Part 1#Continuity notes|except maybe once]]). The duplicates have the grey color scheme of the original "Astro Magnum" toy Shockwave was based on.
*Megatron states that he thought Optimus was [[The Transformers: The Movie#Quotes|made of sterner stuff]].
*Optimus defeats Megatron with the same haymaker he used in their final battle in the [[Battle of Autobot City]].
*Defensor, Superion, and Optimus Maximus's appearances at the end of the game are taken directly from their ''Combiner Wars'' designs, although their limb configurations do not match their standard setups.
*The end credits theme, "Face the Devastation", features a sequence of chords borrowed from [[The Transformers: The Movie - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack|''The Transformers: The Movie''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s musical score]], also composed by Vince DiCola.
*In one of his unused voice lines, Thundercracker claims to be "The Scourge of the [[Mithril Sea|Mithric Sea]]".
*In unused dialogue of Sideswipe's encounter with Megatron, he says that he [[The Transformers: The Movie#Quotes|could've waited an eternity for this]].

==Toys inspired by this game==
[[File:TF-SS-Devastation-Ground-Soldier.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Deluxe Class Ground Soldier]]
As mentioned, ''Transformers: Devastation'' was intended as a tie-in of sorts to the concurrent ''Combiner Wars'' toyline — however, no figures were actually released with any co-branding relating to the game or even featuring any designs directly inspired by it. (In fact, beyond Menasor and the very brief cameos of Defensor and Superion, virtually no other character in the game actually looks like the toys of ''Combiner Wars''!)

It would only be a decade later in [[2025]] when characters directly based on ''Transformers: Devastation'' would be sold under the video game-focused branch of the ''[[Studio Series]]'' toyline, featuring an all-new Optimus Prime mold and a handful of redecoes of other figures based on their in-game appearances. While not technically a ''Devastation'' release, it is worth noting said Optimus toy was meant to scale with the concurrently released ''Studio Series'' G1 [[Devastator (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Devastator]], whose design is generally close to his video game counterpart.

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{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#SSDevastation|Devastation Optimus Prime]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Sideswipe]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Studio Series|Wheeljack]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Multi-packs'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Air Warrior#Studio Series|Elite Seeker]] / [[Ground Soldier#Studio Series|Ground Soldier]]}}
</ul>
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|width="20%" valign="top"|
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{{-}}

==Notes==
[[File:Devastation-Ratbat.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Who dares disturb my beauty sleep? Have you not heard? This movie's already over! Captain Blue is defeated, and we are victorious!]]
*[[FIRRIB|Frenzy is blue, Rumble is red]].
*According to an interview at E3 2015, Kenji Saito stated his favorite character to design was Grimlock, as he found him the most unique and interesting from both a character and gameplay perspective.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://youtu.be/P-9rVBCogS4?si=UgBfBxO3sRuHIks-&t=473|quote=Stage Demo: Transformers: Devastation - E3 2015|name=GameSpot|year=2015|month=6|day=18}}</ref>
*Although Frank Welker reprised his roles as both Megatron and Soundwave from the original cartoon, he did not voice Superion, Mixmaster, Skywarp, Rumble, or Frenzy, despite having originated all of those roles. The same can be said of Michael Bell, who did not voice Bombshell and Bonecrusher as in the original cartoon (albeit, the latter was for only one episode). Additionally, of the other characters in the game whose voice actors were still alive, [[Corey Burton]], [[Arthur Burghardt]], [[Neil Ross]], [[Clive Revill]], and [[Hal Rayle]] did not return to voice Shockwave, Devastator, Hook, Bonecrusher, Kickback, or Skrapnel.
*Originally, the second phases of each boss battle were intended to feature vocals in their backing music tracks, as Platinum had previously done for the boss fights in ''Metal Gear Rising''. However, due to time constraints and other commitments, the decision was made to add in secondary guitar leads for the second phases instead.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/PG_saito/status/970259344007643136|quote=ほんとはボーカルも入れたかったんだけど開発期間とほかイロイロあって難しい状態だったのでかわりにギターに歌ってもらってます。ボスが本気状態になるとギターがのってくる演出になっとります。かっこいいですよー。|name=Kenji Saito|site=Twitter|year=2018|month=3|day=4}}</ref>
*[[Ratbat (G1)|Ratbat]] was planned to appear as part of the boss fights with Soundwave, but was removed during development. However, his unused character model and textures can still be found within the game's files.
*The 2015 San Diego Comic-Con poster for ''Devastation'' features Menasor in his original "Generation 1" design rather than his ''Combiner Wars'' design, suggesting the game design changed at some point during development.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/Guido_Guidi/status/824390786670297088/|quote=Unused G1 accurate Menasor from the SDCC "Transformers: Devastation" game poster (final version featured Combiner Wars inspired design)|name=Guido Guidi|site=Twitter|year=2017|month=01|day=25}}</ref>
*Megatron's [[Energon mace|Energon Mace]], Sideswipe's Pile Drivers, and Blitzwing's [[Electron scimitar|Electron Scimitar]] were all featured in early concept art as potential unlockable weapons. However, none of these made it into the final game.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://twitter.com/platinumgames/status/667870090369470465|quote=Transformers: Devastation is packed full of all kinds of weapons. Here are some concepts for just a few.|name=PlatinumGames|site=Twitter|year=2015|month=11|day=20}}</ref>
*During the final battle in space, the player always fights as Optimus Prime even if another playable character was in use, but Prime will fight using the previous character's gear. For example, if Wheeljack was using his wrenches to fight Megatron on the ground, Prime will ''somehow'' have those wrenches with him in space. This also applies to the "Nemesis Prime" DLC skin, which will revert to the standard Optimus, despite being the same character.
*A slightly different version of the ending cutscene can be found hidden within the game's files. While mostly identical, this early version ends before it can display the full schematics for Optimus Maximus, making the reveal much more vague.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZWtAZcT3Co|quote=Transformers Devastation secrets|name=Running Sky|year=2020|month=11|day=30}}</ref>
*At the 2015 [[San Diego Comic-Con]], Microsoft held a sweepstakes to win one of 20 custom-painted Xbox One consoles with designs based on several upcoming games, including one based on ''Devastation''.<ref>[https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2015/07/02/xbox-sdcc-collectible-xbox-one-console-sweepstakes/ Win one of 20 Custom Painted Xbox Ones at SDCC 2015 - Xbox]</ref>
* A ''Devastation''-branded faceplate for PlayStation 4 was designed with the intention of being sold as part of a console bundle in China. However, by all accounts, no evidence exists that they were ever sold. An ''extremely'' limited number of the faceplates ended up in the hands of a few PlatinumGames' staff members, including former creative producer JP Kellams, who revealed the faceplate's existence before later auctioning his off for charity.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Next up is the #Transformers Devastation PS4 faceplate. This one is officially licensed by Sony and super rare. I think it never came out, so this is likely one of only a few in existence.|link=https://twitter.com/synaesthesiajp/status/1653892008560189441|name=JP Kellams|site=Twitter|year=2023|month=05|day=03}} {{citesocial|quote=Created for a potential Transformers PS4 bundle in China, but I've never seen proof that this was actually released. A few got dispersed to the PG team which is how I got mine. I've NEVER seen another one of these in the wild and my suspicion is that there are very few of these.|link=https://twitter.com/synaesthesiajp/status/1653892327423762437|name=JP Kellams|site=Twitter|year=2023|month=05|day=03}}</ref>
* Devastator's first appearance as he looks over the building is an identical shot to the Colossal Titan's first appearance in ''{{w|Attack on Titan}}''.
* The final shot of Menasor's second phase transition resembles the "[[Brave (franchise)|''Brave'' Perspective]]".

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
* [https://open.spotify.com/album/1WhigvyyE6rQyFlFV5wmwP ''Transformers: Devastation'' soundtrack selection on Spotify]

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Rhinox (BW)/toys

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[[File:Transformers Legends LG EX Rhinox.jpg|upright=1.50|thumb|]]
If there is a rhinoceros ''Transformers'' toy, it is probably one of '''Rhinox'''.

==Toys==
===''Beast Wars''===
[[File:Rhinox-bw-deluxetoy.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|''Hasbro version pictured'']][[File:BW-toy RhinoxJ.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Slightly more real-world accurate. (''Takara version pictured'')]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Deluxe, [[1996]] / [[1997]])
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-7'''
**''Takara release date'': October ??, 1997
**''Accessories:'' "Rotor spinner", sawblade, 2 flails, tail-sword
{{toydesigner|[[Takio Ejima]] (TakaraTomy), [[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}

: Part of the second wave of Hasbro ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'' Deluxes for 1996, Rhinox transforms from a Samurai-styled robot (a concept that the TV show would ''not'' utilize) into an organic white rhinoceros (white as in the type of rhinoceros, not color of the toy). The two panels mounted on either side of his head close together to form his [[Mutant head|"mutant" battle mask]], which must be done to get his noggin to fit into his beast mode.

: In [[robot mode]], his primary weapon is a spinning blade-gun/double mace-thing/lawn edge trimmer, though the television series liberally reinterpreted this weapon as a sort of Gatling gun (nicknamed by fans as a "Chaingun of Doom"—a term which was subsequently adopted by Hasbro and TakaraTomy in a couple of variations). All four parts store away inside his [[beast mode]]: the main body/"rotor spinner" stores in his stomach (though this compresses the spring inside so it's not a good idea to leave it in there for long-term storage), the sawblade pegs onto his spine under the beast-mode plating, and each chain-flail pegs into holes inside his beast mode rhino-mold flank-plates. His tail also detaches to become a blade.

: [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] released Rhinox in the second wave of their [[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)|''Beast Wars'' line]]. This version changed the Hasbro version's darker-brown spraypaint on the rhino skin to thick, stony-gray paint, and changed his beast-mode eyes to black. ''Why'' they changed the overspray to gray is uncertain, as this made him even ''less'' like his show coloration.

: Bizarrely, there is a [[variant|running change]] with Takara Rhinox, where his tan plastic has been replaced with a darker shade (pictured at right), which really makes the gray paint pop out more.<ref>[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/new-galleries-takara-beast-wars-c7-rhinox-and-vs7-rhinox/36679/ Takara Rhinox comparisons at Seibertron.com]</ref> It is possible —but unconfirmed— that one of these variants was done as part of the big "redeco the show characters" re-release wave of January 1998.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1996/Maximal/Rhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Rhinox at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BJ's-Wholesale-Club-Rhinox-and-Blackarachnia.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
*'''Deluxe Beast Assortment (Rhinox / Blackarachnia)''' (Two-pack, 1996)
**''Accessories:'' "Rotor spinner", sawblade, 2 flails, tail-sword

: Rhinox was also available alongside [[Blackarachnia (BW)/toys#Toys|Blackarachnia]] in a two-pack card sold exclusively at [[BJ's Wholesale Club]].

: Both toys are identical to their original releases. As in, they're ''exactly'' the original releases, packaging and all, just fitted into a larger cardboard sleeve.

::*''[https://www.shmax.com/product_details/9281/rhinox_and_blackarachnia_deluxe_beast_assortment_two_pack More information on Shmax.com]''

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[[File:VS7-RhinoxShadowPanther.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Kōya no Taiketsu: Rhinox VS Shadow Panther''' (Multi-pack, 1997)
**''ID number:'' '''VS-7'''
**''Release date'': October ??, 1997
**''Accessories:'' Rotating mechanism, sawblade, 2 flails, tail-sword

: In Japan, Rhinox was available both as an individual release, and in a "Wilderness Showdown" (荒野の対決) two-pack with the Takara-toyline-original [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] [[Shadow Panther#Toys|Shadow Panther]].

: Both toys are identical to their individual releases, and it appears that both variants of Rhinox were available in VS packs as well.

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*'''Gold Rhinox''' (Multi-pack "Lucky Draw", [[1998]])
**''Accessories:'' "Rotor spinner", sawblade, 2 flails, tail-sword

: A one-of-a-kind, all-gold-chromed version of Rhinox was awarded in Japan for a ''[[TV Magazine]]'' contest. Where he was part of a set of other gold ''Beast Wars'' toys of the 5 main Maximals characters.
::*''[https://www.soundwavesoblivion.com/japanesebeastwars.html More information at Soundwaves Oblivion]''

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[[File:Beast Wars-Transmetal Rhinox-toy.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|''Hasbro version pictured'']][[File:C44 Rhinox toy.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|''Takara version pictured'']]
*'''Rhinox''' (Deluxe Transmetal, [[1998]])
**''Takara ID number:'' '''C-44'''
**''Takara release date'': September ??, 1999
**''Accessories:'' Horn dagger/pistol
{{toydesigner|[[Masakatsu Saito]] (concept artist)}}

: Released in the ''[[Transmetal]]s'' subline of the third year of ''Beast Wars'', Rhinox now transforms from a robotic rhinoceros with shiny chrome into a distinctly organic-looking robot mode. He also has a third "beast-vehicle" mode, which adds flip-out skis/skids to his rhino forelegs and brings down his rear legs as tank treads, turning him into a rhinoceros-shaped snowmobile-like thing. Unfortunately, this vehicle mode lacks any kind of functional wheels, which means "rolling" it around is a great way to scrape plastic off the toy.

: In robot mode, he is armed with only his beast mode horn, which becomes a hand-held gun/blade. The panels of his chest can open up to reveal a heat-sensitive [[rubsign|energon chip]] revealing a Maximal sigil.

: In the Hasbro line, early releases of the toy had a much paler aqua-colored body chrome than later versions; the chrome "gears" on the beast shoulders/hips were the darker, richer blue of the later releases. Such chrome differences were fairly common among the Transmetals, but the pale/rich-chrome Rhinoxes seem to be the most common and most likely intentional change.

: Takara released Transmetal Rhinox in the first wave of 1999's ''very'' short-lived ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Metals)|Beast Wars Metals]]'' line. This release has gold chrome instead of the aqua-blue, and replaces the "RHINOX" [[tampograph]] with "CYBERTRON" and the Maximal faction sigil. He also comes with a nifty lenticular bio card, showing off his multiple modes.

: This mold was [[retool]]ed slightly to make ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Rhinox (Armada)#Toys|Rhinox]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1998/Maximal/Rhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Transmetal Rhinox at TFU.info]''

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[[File:VS44 Strength Showdown.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Gōriki no Taiketsu: Metals Rhinox VS Metals Tarans''' (VS set, [[1999]])
**''ID number:'' '''VS-44'''
**''Release date'': September ??, 1999
**''Accessories:'' Horn dagger/pistol

: In Takara's ''Metals'' line, "Metals Rhinox" was also available in a "Strength Showdown" (剛力の対決) VS set with [[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#VS44|Metals Tarans]]. Both toys are identical to their individual releases.

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[[File:BW-toy RhinoxFK.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Repurpose this as [[Rhinox (BWSG)|''Shattered Glass'' Rhinox]]. You know it'd be awesome.]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Deluxe, 1999)
**''Accessories:'' "Rotor spinner", sawblade, 2 flails, tail-sword

: Part of the first wave of "[[Fox Kids]]" Deluxe [[redeco]]es, this toy uses the original Rhinox mold in off-white and dark burgundy, with a strange midnight-blue splotching on his beast mode.

: Hasbro documents listed this toy as "Energon Surge Rhinox",<ref>https://groups.google.com/d/msg/alt.toys.transformers/C30fV9dqOK0/gPO8D3N_PAUJ</ref> a name that never made it to the final package.

: This assortment was [[exclusive]] to [[Toys"R"Us]] stores in the US.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1999/Maximal/FKRhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Fox Kids Rhinox at TFU.info]''

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[[File:BW-toy Rhinox FKTM.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It's Morphin' Time! Triceratops!]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Deluxe Transmetal, [[2000]])
**''Accessories:'' Horn dagger

: Released in the first wave of the final year of mass-retail ''Beast Wars'' product (sold concurrently with the early releases of ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]''), Transmetal Rhinox got a "[[Fox Kids]]"-branded redeco in blues, grays and bright chrome green.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2000/Maximal/FKTMRhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Fox Kids Transmetal Rhinox at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Rallnox.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|Merciful death.]]
*'''Beast Wars''' (Fast food premium, [[2001]])<ref>The copyright year on the bag is 2000, but [https://groups.google.com/g/alt.toys.transformers/c/vU9R7DJhU_E/m/rpa133V1aKQJ the earliest the fandom noticed the toy] was in January of 2001. Whether the figure actually came out in December of 2000 or January of 2001 is currently unknown.</ref>

: Available only as part of a Hasbro-brand-names [[List of Transformers restaurant promotions#Checkers/Rally's|fast food promotion]] (which otherwise included miniature versions of Hasbro properties Cootie, [[Mr. Potato Head]], & Twister), and labeled simply as "Beast Wars", this toy is an ''extremely'' simplified version of the Transmetal Rhinox toy, available only at participating Rally's and Checkers restaurants.

: Despite it being... well, ''look'' at it... it goes for ''mad'' money on the secondary market. Or, more likely, '''''because''''' of ''look at it''. Most people didn't realize the promotion even existed until after it was over, and the restaurant chain is fairly small and somewhat regional.

:For some reason, the baggie has a silhouette of Transmetal Tarantulas, Transmetal Megatron, and Inferno on it, derived from a scene in "[[Coming of the Fuzors (Part 2)]]".
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===''Beast Wars 10th Anniversary''===
[[File:BW10Rhinox toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Beast Wars 10th Anniversary, [[2006]])
**''Accessories:'' Rotating mechanism, sawblade, 2 flails, sword
{{toydesigner|[[Marcelo Matere]] (packaging artist)}}

: For the 10th Anniversary of ''Beast Wars'', Hasbro redecoed the original 1996 Rhinox toy in more show-accurate colours, giving him a darker beast mode colour scheme, and painted gold details on his robot mode head, to more closely match the CGI model. They also tampographed a Maximal sigil on his beast mode's right foreleg.

: Also included was the lower torso and right leg to [[Transmutate (BW)|Transmutate]], and a DVD of the ''Beast Wars'' episode "[[The Spark]]".

:This version of Rhinox is [[Misassembly|assembled with his shoulders on the wrong sides]], so the screws that hold them together are visible from the front of the robot.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/Rhinox/rhinox.htm More information on 10th Anniversary Rhinox at TFU.info]''
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===''Timelines''===
[[File:Botcon Rhinox toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"I only signed onto this crew so I could bulldoze some flowers *evil laugh*"]]
*'''Dawn of Future's Past''' (Multi-pack, 2006)
**''Accessories'': Launcher, missile, "Golden Disk Key"
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Moore]] (concept artist)}}<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Rhinox, I think, was the first one I was asked to mock up. This was another really easy choice. Cybertron Landmine had the right bulk and alt-mode. The final figure underwent some changes due to molding, and getting more original toy colors into it.|link=https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370243252830547969|site=Twitter|name=Joe Moore|year=2021|month=03|day=11}}</ref>

: A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Landmine (Energon)#Cybertron|Landmine]], ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' "Axalon Rhinox" transforms into a front-end loader, with pop-out blades in his rear tires that are revealed with the use of his [[Golden Disk (disambiguation)|Golden Disk]] Key (or any [[Cyber Planet Key]]). This gimmick and his spring-loaded missile launcher are usable in both modes.

: He was only available in [[BotCon 2006]]'s ''Dawn of Future's Past'' box set. This set also included "Axalon" versions of [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Timelines|Optimus Primal]], [[Cheetor (BW)/toys#Timelines |Cheetor]], [[Rattrap (BW)/toys#Timelines|Rattrap]], and "Darksyde" [[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Timelines |Dinobot]].

: This mold was also used to make the [[Transformers (2007 toyline)|2007 movie]] [[Grindcore (Movie)#Toys|Grindcore]], which was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Scoop (SG)|Scoop]].

::*''[https://twitter.com/Joe_Toyark/status/1370243252830547969 Designer commentary on Axalon Rhinox from Joe Moore on Twitter]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/BCRhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Axalon Rhinox at TFU.info]''
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===''Beast Wars Telemocha Series''===
[[File:TF-BW-Telemocha-TM-09-Rhinox.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Deluxe, [[2007]])
**''ID number:'' '''TM-09'''
**''Accessories:'' Rotating mechanism, sawblade, 2 flails, sword

: This redeco of the original ''Beast Wars'' figure features the most show-accurate deco of Rhinox. It also has the same assembly problem as the ''10th Anniversary'' version, and additionally has the upper arms switched.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Maximal/Rhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Telemocha Rhinox at TFU.info (scroll down)]''
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generations rhinox.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|And he ''finally'' gets his <s>Chain</s>Gatling Guns of Doom. ''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]
*'''Rhinox''' (Voyager Class, [[2014]])
**''Series / Number'': '''02 / 005'''
**''Accessories'': 2 "Gatling Guns of Doom"
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde]] (Hasbro), [[Tomoya Miyake]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept artist)}}

:Part of the fifth wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Voyagers, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' Rhinox transforms from a robot that takes inspiration from both the original toy and especially his appearance in the cartoon to a tan-colored realistic organic {{w|white rhinoceros}}. Included are Rhinox's twin "Gatling Guns of Doom", which can be stored in his rhino mode and have a spinning [[gimmick]] when you press down on the little lever/button whatevers on the sides. Although the discs of the gatling guns are silver in the stock photography, the final product leaves them in an unpainted brownish color, similar to the color of the levers.

:Rhinox's instructions neglect to mention a few things—the slot below the robot head that plugs into a tab on the inside of the rhino head that holds the two pieces together in beast mode, the fact that the sliding elbow pieces can click into place in both modes, and the holes on the back of the shoulders that can be used to store the weapons in robot mode.

:Early runs of Rhinox were known to have extremely loose knee joints, to the point the figure was unable to stand up unless posed in a way that offsets his very top-heavy design. Later samples seemed to have resolved the knee issue, but the figure's feet have uneven soles which can still lead to balance problems. Rhinox does feature a waist swivel, but it's intended for transformation, meaning the waist must be mistransformed via extending to use it. Lastly, Rhinox's hands feature extended index fingers in a trigger position, which ironically obstruct the guns themselves and prevent them from being inserted completely into the 5 mm pegholes.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Maximal/Rhinox/rhinox.htm More information on ''Generations'' Rhinox at TFU.info]''
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===''Generations'' (Japan)===
[[File:TF-Generations-JP-TG-31-Rhinox.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Rhinox''' ([[2014]])
**''ID number'': '''TG31'''
**''Release date'': [[February 22]], 2014
**''Accessories'': 2 gatling guns

:Released in the thirteenth wave of TakaraTomy's version of the ''[[Transformers: Generations (Japan)|Generations]]'' toyline, this Rhinox uses the same mold as the Hasbro ''Thrilling 30'' Rhinox (above). This toy however features much richer metallic bronze and green plastics, and adds a considerable amount of paint to the spinning blade-discs of the gatling guns to make them more show-accurate.
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO-Toy RhinoxKreon.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|After losing his buildable chainguns of doom, Rhinox had to use the wimpy golden gun.]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, 2014)
**''Bag number'': '''33501 40'''
**''Accessories'': Stand brick, scoped pistol
{{toydesigner|[[Ed Masiello]] (Hasbro)}}

: Part of the fourth assortment of [[blindpacking|blind-bagged]] [[Kreon]] [[Micro-Changer]]s, Rhinox can be... no, you don't rebuild him, we can't even complete that. Rhino mode is just the robot mode on all fours.

: Later releases of this assortment feature a running change to the Kreons' arms, sharpening the angles of the forearms/cuffs to make them work better as studs compatible with standard parts, as opposed to the softer rounded shapes (pictured here). Eventually the ID numbers on the bags were also dropped; these releases were mainly found at [[Walgreens]] stores.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Maximal/Kre-ORhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Rhinox at TFU.info]''
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===''Legends''===
[[File:Legendstoy-RhinoxLGEX.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Sha la la, la la, la la, la la, l-la te da My brown Rhinox]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Voyager Class, [[2016]]-[[May 7|05-07]])
**''ID number'': '''LG-EX'''
**''Accessories'': 2 guns

:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' LG-EX Rhinox is a redeco of ''Generations'' Rhinox, exclusive to [[Transformers Fes2016]]. It features a more show-accurate paintjob compared to the earlier releases, with dark brown skin, cartoon-accurate rhino eyes with white sclerae and black pupils, and some of his gold accents in robot mode changed to green.
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===''War for Cybertron: Kingdom''===
[[File:WFC-Kingdom Voyager Rhinox.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|'''Fans''': "Does Rhinox come with a [[The Low Road|fart cloud]] [[Fire Blast effect|effect]]?" '''Hasbro''': "No."]]
*'''Rhinox''' (Voyager Class, [[2021]])
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''WFC-K27'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''KD-13'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[October 30]], 2021
**''Accessories'': 2 "Gatling Blasters of Doom"
{{toydesigner|[[Lenny Panzica]] (Hasbro), [[Yūya Ōnishi]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Ken Christiansen]] (concept artist)}}<ref>Transformers panel at [[Hasbro Pulse Fan Fest 2021]]</ref>

:Released to commemorate the 25th anniversary of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'', ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'' Rhinox transforms from robot to a tan organic {{w|black rhinoceros}} with mottled markings. The lime and gold on Rhinox have been toned down brightness-wise and the horns are made of soft plastic. Unlike previous toys, this Rhinox utilizes a faux lower rhino jaw for his robot torso. In a departure from the rest of ''Kingdom'', Rhinox's robot mode takes its inspiration not from the cartoon's CGI model, but directly from his ''[[Transformers: Forged to Fight|Forged to Fight]]'' phone game model, which itself was a liberal adaptation of the ''Thrilling 30'' toy. Rhinox comes with his two "Gatling Blasters of Doom", though they're diminished in many directions so that they can fit within his hind quarters while in rhinoceros mode. In robot mode, he can wield them in his 5mm fists or store them in 5mm ports on his back.

:Rhinox's legs are [[Design flaw|not designed optimally]], and can be rather irritating to transform. If the parts aren't aligned perfectly, the legs will have to be forced back into robot mode, possibly causing breakage. Make sure the panels on the outside of the thighs and shins are perfectly aligned before manipulating the rear thigh.

:Not mentioned in the instructions, the rhino's real lower jaw can be opened fully and folded down to leave it open, giving a more accurate robot mode. However, doing so requires a small amount of finesse and turning the head sideways to give it enough clearance.

:Much like most of the toyline, Rhinox comes with one of four possible holographic [[Golden Disk (Voyager)|Golden Disk]] cards for his wave, which reveals a [[Source:Golden Disk destinies|possible destiny]] of a key character.
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===''Beast Wars Again''===
[[File:TF-BW-Vintage-JP-BWVS-02-Rhinox.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]

*'''Gankyō no Taiketsu''' ([[September 30]], [[2023]])
**''ID number'': '''BWVS-02'''
**''Accessories'': 2 "Gatling Blasters of Doom"
{{toydesigner|[[Hisashi Yuki]] (TakaraTomy)|[[Hidetsugu Yoshioka]] (packaging artist)}}

:Released as part of the ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers Again|Beast Wars Again]]'' line, the "Tough Showdown" (頑強の対決) set contains Rhinox and [[Scorponok (BW)#Beast Wars Again|Scorpos]]. Rhinox is a redeco of [[#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|''Kingdom'' Rhinox]] in more cartoon-accurate colors.
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===''Masterpiece''===
[[File:MP59MasterpieceRhinox.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
*'''Rhinox (Beast Wars)''' (June [[2024]])
**''ID number'': '''MP-59'''
**''Accessories'': "Gatling Hammer" x2, spark, device, alternate face sculpt, stand adapter
{{toydesigner|[[Kōjin Ōno]] (TakaraTomy)}}<ref>[https://www.soundwavesoblivion.com/techspecs/interviewkojinono6.html Interview on the 40th Anniversary of the ''Transformers'' brand] with [[Kōjin Ōno]] in ''[[Transformers Generations 2024]]'', translated at Soundwaves Oblivion</ref>

:[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'']] Rhinox transforms from a show-accurate rhino to a show-accurate robot. In beast mode, via the included stand adapter , he can carry [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Masterpiece|Optimus Primal's Masterpiece toy]] to imitate how the Maximal leader rode him in [[Beast Wars (Part 1)]].

:He comes with several accessories. Firstly, there are his signature "Gatling Guns of Doom", which he can wield in both hands. He can store ''one'' of these guns internally in his rhino mode, and both of them on his back in robot mode. Secondly, he has a spark that he can cradle in his hands, presumably meant to be [[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]]'s as an homage to "[[The Spark]]". Last but not least, he has a representation of the gadget he used to extract Primal from the Vok probe in "[[Chain of Command]]", which can be attached to his left arm.

:Rhinox was teased on [[June 10]], [[2023]], and officially revealed on [[October 5]] the same year.

::*[https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/mp-59_rhinox Official TakaraTomy website of ''Masterpiece'' Rhinox]

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==Merchandise==
===''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''===
[[File:Rhinoxmutatingcard.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game''' (1997)

:Rhinox was one of the 24 beast warriors to receive a battle card representation for the Beast Wars [[Beast Wars Transformers Mutating Card Game|card game]].
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===''Beast Wars Movie Coin''===
*'''Beast Wars Movie Coin''' (1997)

:Released only in Japan, Rhinox was one of ten characters from Beast Wars to receive a movie coin.

::*''[http://www.tfmuseum.com/tf-02274.html Rhinox Movie Coin at TFMuseum.com]''

===Kabaya===
*'''Rhinox''' (candy toy, 1997)

: A tiny plastic Rhinox figurine molded onto an irregularly-shaped stand was released by Kabaya. Labeled toy 3 of 6, the other characters in his wave were Dinobot, Rattrap, Megatron, Optimus Primal, and Cheetor. As always, terrible candy is included.
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===Hard Hero===
[[File:Hardhero rhinox.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Flower-smelling/nature-hating, gentle/megalomaniacal, Maximal/Jerk.]]
*'''Rhinox''' (2004)

:In 2004, [[Hard Hero]] announced a line of ''Beast Wars'' statues, starting with Rhinox. As it turned out, Rhinox was the only one to be released.
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===First 4 Figures===
[[File:First 4 Figures Battlefield Megatron vs Rhinox.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron vs Rhinox''' (name unknown) (<s>2006/2007</s> unreleased)
{{toydesigner|[[Jeffry Englert]] (designer)}}

:Intended for release in the ''Transformers Battlefield'' line by model company [[First 4 Figures]], this was to be 13-inch-ish tall diorama depicting a fight between [[Megatron (BW)/toys#First 4 Figures|Megatron]] and Rhinox. When shown to toy news sites at New York [[Toy Fair]] in 2006, the digital sculpt for this set apparently depicted the rather gruesome scene of Megatron impaling Rhinox through the chest with his ''T. rex'' hand.<ref name=ASM>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070806062058/http://toyfair06.asmzine.com/first4figures/report.html "First4Figures Limited Transformers Statues and Busts Info!"] at ASMzine.com (archived)</ref> Unlike the other planned statues in the ''Battlefield'' series, which were designed and sculpted by [[Little IroN]] and [["Mad" Alterton]] respectively, this Megatron/Rhinox statue was designed by [[Palisades Toys|Palisades]] alumn [[Jeffry Englert]] (alias Trion Studios).<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Here's an image of the unreleased Battlefield statue I designed for First4Figures. Obviously it is BW Megatron vs. Rhinox.|link=https://www.tfw2005.com/boards/posts/2325413|name=Primus (Jeffry Englert)|site=TFW2005.com|year=2008|month=08|day=28}}</ref>

:As a ''Battlefield'' release, this model would likely have featured a detailed base designed to interlock with others in the same range to create a massive battle diorama–though that isn't a given, seeing as this statue differs from the others, which were advertised as being by Alterton and depicting "Generation 1" characters. We'll never find out what the deal was, since a general discontinuation of First 4 Figures' ''Transformers''-related output meant that this set was never released.

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*'''Rhinox''' (<s>2006/2007</s> unreleased)

:This was to be a 7-or-8-inch tall resin bust of Rhinox released as part of First 4 Figures' ''Beast Wars'' tenth anniversary series. Rhinox would have been sculpted to be accurate to his ''Beast Wars'' cartoon design, and would likely have been depicted from the waist and upwards on a base or pedestal. Unlike most of the other mini busts in this range, Rhinox's sculpt has never been shown publicly, with the figure's existence only being known due to First 4 Figures allowing [[BigBadToyStore]] to solicit him for sale.<ref name=bbtsseibs>[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/update-from-bigbadtoystorecom-transformers-and-gij/6539/ "Update from BigBadToyStore.com: Transformers and G.I.Joe Statues and Busts!!!"] on Seibertron.com</ref><ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/20070407160752/http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/menu.aspx?menu=526&category=2037 BigBadToyStore's listings for First 4 Figures' busts] (archived)</ref>

:Mini busts in the planned ''Beast Wars'' line were designed to reflect the scale of the characters as seen in the cartoon, and each was set to be limited to 1,996 pieces, in a nod to the franchise's year of origin.<ref name=ASM/> As with the statue above, Rhinox and the rest of the ''Beast Wars'' bust line were cancelled, with First 4 Figures citing a challenging marketplace and lack of retailer interest.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:Robotheroesrhinoxwaspinator.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You may remember him as "Dr. Teeth" on The Muppet Show.]]
*'''Rhinox & Waspinator''' (Two-pack, 2008)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|[[Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

:Rhinox was released in the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' packed with [[Waspinator (BW)/toys#Robot Heroes|Waspinator]] as part of the "Beast Wars Series". An amalgam of toy and television show depictions, Rhinox has articulation at the neck and shoulders.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Maximal/RHRhinox/rhinox.htm More information on Robot Heroes Rhinox at TFU.info]''
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===Jada Toys===
[[File:JadaNanoMetalfigsSeries2G1BW-18pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''Transformers Series 2 18-pack''' (4cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], ''Nano Metalfigs'' Rhinox is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing <s>squats</s> an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.

:He is marketed as an Autobot instead of a Maximal and comes in an impressive multipack with [[Jada Toys#Nano Metalfigs|seventeen other figurines]].

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

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==Notes==
[[File:Rhino bw toy.jpg|upright=1.3|thumb]]
*[[Rhino (BW)|Rhino]] (at right) was most likely developed as a [[McDonald's]] toy of Rhinox, but Rhino's design and identity diverged in final development to become a separate character.
*The [[#FKTM|"Fox Kids" Transmetal version]] of Rhinox made an [[Easter egg]] appearance as a generic bartender in IDW's [[New Cybertron Part 1: To Walk Among the Chosen|''Optimus Prime'' #1]].
*The ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' incarnation of [[Rhinox (BWSG)|Rhinox]] is modeled on the [[#TM1|Transmetal Rhinox toy]] with a coloration taken from the [[#RallysCheckers|fast food promotional Rhinox toy]].

==References==
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Grand Slam (G.I. Joe)

2025-02-24T17:04:35Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* 2005 IDW continuity */ Fixed some links and added missing words.

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{{disambig2|the human member of G.I. Joe|the Autobot Mini-Cassette|Grand Slam (G1)}}
:''Grand Slam is a [[human]] member of [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] from the [[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe portion]] of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
[[File:Targets of Opportunity Grand Slam.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85|My Grand Slam was suppose to be with sausage.]]

'''James J. Barney''', codename '''Grand Slam''' is a member of [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]], a laser artillery soldier, shy and intelligent. He is ''not'' [[Flash (G.I. Joe)|Flash]].

==Fiction==
===''Transformers/G.I. Joe''===
Grand Slam participated in the attack on a [[Cobra]] smuggling facility in [[New York City]]. {{storylink|Targets of Opportunity}}

===2005 IDW continuity===
{{mainIDW|Grand Slam}}
James J. Barney was born in [[Chippewa Falls]], [[Wisconsin]]. Growing up, he became a fan of science fiction and found himself fascinated by the laser guns and various other weapons and tools used by the characters in these kinds of stories. Though he still dreamed of more technologically advanced fare, he eventually developed an interest in real world weaponry as well, something that would lead to him joining the military. During his time in the [[United States Army|Army]], Barney graduated from the schools for Special Weapons, Artillery, and Advanced Tech and would prove proficient in both operating and developing new forms of artillery. These skills, in addition to a remarkable knack for plotting trajectories, eventually earned Barney a place in [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] with the code name Grand Slam. {{storylink|Hasbro Heroes Sourcebook|Grand Slam profile}}

When the [[Earth Defense Command|EDC]] base was infiltrated and taken over by the [[Dire Wraith]]s, Grand Slam was the only human at the facility who managed to survive. Holing up with and defending [[Skywarp (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Skywarp]], Grand Slam fended the aliens off for two days before a team led by [[Scarlett]] arrived to investigate why the base had gone dark. When [[Rock 'n Roll]] finally found Grand Slam's hiding spot, Slam brandished his laser rifle at his former teammate, believing him to be one of the Wraiths. Despite Rock 'n Roll's insistence that he was who he said he was, Grand Slam refused to stand down, forcing Rock 'n Roll to shoot him. {{storylink|D.T.A.}} While he was able to survive yet another seemingly fatal gunshot wound, this one left Grand Slam paralyzed from the waist down, confining him to a wheelchair.

Despite his injuries, Grand Slam remained part of G.I. Joe, stationed aboard the team's new underwater base ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Lemuria]]'', and worked together with the Docs [[Doc (Carla Greer)|Junior]] and [[Doc (G.I. Joe)|Senior]] on a device capable of detecting Dire Wraiths. As the elder Doc scanned his daughter and then himself, Grand Slam was frustrated to find the device reading both of them as Wraiths. Just then, Rock 'n Roll entered the lab wanting to talk with Grand Slam, who claimed he was far too busy to talk with him. When Rock told him all he really wanted was to be given a laser weapon like the rest of the Joes, Slam brusquely presented him with laser shotgun before wheeling off, reminding Rock that he was responsible for his current condition. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vol. 5 issue 1|G.I. Joe vol. 5 #1}}

As he made more and more adjustments to his scanner, Slam continued to be confused why it still read Doc Senior as being a Wraith. Just as Doc suggested they take a break from it, Skywarp made his way into the lab, demanding that the two scientists finally get around to fixing his broken teleportation abilities. Though Grand Slam made no promises he'd be able to figure it out, he still agreed to take a look. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vol. 5 issue 2|G.I. Joe vol. 5 #2}} Just as Skywarp seemed at his wit's end with the two of them, Grand Slam finally gave him the go ahead to try teleporting again. However, something suddenly went wrong, causing the machine Skywarp was hooked up to to explode! As he shielded himself from the blast, Grand Slam was shocked to find Doc Senior revealing that he actually had been a Dire Wraith all along, assuming his true form as he dove to protect Slam from some incoming shrapnel. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vol. 5 issue 3|G.I. Joe vol. 5 #3}} After Scarlett had been called to the scene and [[Lifeline (G.I. Joe)|Lifeline]] had stabilized Doc, Grand Slam asked what they would do. Skywarp opined that the Joes should kill the Wraith, but Grand Slam and Scarlett refused on the grounds that Doc was their good friend. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vol. 5 issue 4|G.I. Joe vol. 5 #4}} When the younger Doc returned from the field and was promptly detained in her quarters, Slam argued with Scarlett over whether or not it was right for them to keep one of their own locked up. When Lifeline opined that they should be keeping her in the lab for study, Slam took offense and reminded him that Doc Junior was only half Wraith and that her father had saved his life. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vol. 5 issue 5|G.I. Joe vol. 5 #5}}

In preparation for G.I. Joe's expedition to the center of the Earth to dispatch the [[Fatal Fluffy|Fatal Fluffies]], Grand Slam and his team created the [[Mole Pod]]s. While he presented these new vehicles to the field team, Slam was annoyed by Rock 'n Roll showering him with praise and told Rock to stop trying to kiss up to him. {{storylink|G.I. Joe vol. 5 issue 6|G.I. Joe vol. 5 #6}}

Given that it wasn't as defective as it seemed, Grand Slam gave Scarlett a Wraith scanner for the field. {{storylink|Wrath of Karza issue 1|Wrath of Karza #1}}

On [[Shipwreck]]'s orders, Grand Slam built a pair of super powerful brass knucks that would bolster [[Gung-Ho]]'s strength. After presenting them to Shipwreck, he excitedly asked [[Dial-Tone]] what his role on Ship's new quick response team would be- only to fly into a rage when he found out he wasn't on it, but guys like Rock 'n Roll and Skywarp were. {{storylink|G.I. Joe: First Strike}}

After [[Matt Trakker|Matt "Spectrum" Trakker]] of [[M.A.S.K.]] was made a member of G.I. Joe, Grand Slam visited his lab both to congratulate him on the work he and [[Cover Girl]] did on the team's [[Dino-Hunter|newest vehicle]] and gripe at him about how he was going to replace him. Spectrum didn't quite understand what was bothering Grand Slam so much, forcing Slam to elaborate that now that the team had someone who was technically minded ''and'' field ready, he was effectively obsolete. Spectrum didn't agree and asked to take a look at Grand Slam's wheelchair to see if he could modify it so Slam could take a more active role. {{storylink|Scarlett's Strike Force issue 1|Scarlett's Strike Force #1}} Slam shrugged off Spectrum's praise of his work on custom building the chair before Skywarp returned to the lab, asking yet again about getting his teleporter fixed. Though Grand Slam shooed him off, saying they still didn't have the materials necessary, Spectrum let it slip that they could change that pretty easily. After claiming they'd still be backordered and getting Skywarp to leave, Slam chewed Spectrum out for thinking it'd be a good idea to give a grouchy ex-Decepticon a teleporter. {{storylink|Scarlett's Strike Force issue 2|Scarlett's Strike Force #2}}

==External links==
*[http://www.yojoe.com/action/82/grandslam.shtml Grand Slam at YoJoe.com]

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Megatron (G1)/merchandise

2025-02-03T16:51:25Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Attacktix */ Fixed redirect to Cybertron Megatron's attacktix section. Doesn't go straight to the vehicle mode one because that page doesn't have anchors. Made it so other characters in the 3-pack redirect to their attacktix sections.

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Peace through merchandising!

==Wireless Microphone==
[[File:MegsMicrophone.jpg|thumb|Die kids construction — it's a lost art.]]
* '''Megatron''' (Nasta, 1984)
:One of the earliest pieces of Megatron merchandise is also one of the strangest. Taking the form of Megatron's Walther P-38 gun mode — itself quite controversial and anachronistic due to [[For safety reasons|recent safety regulations]] — the microphone allows children to broadcast their voices to a nearby AM radio by pointing the gun at their mouth (at the rear sight, not the ''barrel muzzle'' at least) and speaking into it.

:'''''Seriously'''''.
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==Collegeville Costumes==
[[File:Megatron collegeville costume.jpg|thumb|<insert questionable joke about package description here>]]
*'''Megatron''' (1984)
:Although [[Collegeville Costumes]] only released a small number of Transformers costumes, and made some odd choices for characters to depict in the process, Megatron was an obvious choice as one of their first releases. The costume consists of a thin plastic facemask based directly on the original Megatron toy's head, and in time-worn, super-crappy tradition, a red and white plastic smock decorated not with the details of Megatron's body, but with his package art and the Transformers logo.
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==Spindex Corporation==
[[File:Spindex megatron stationery.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (eraser set, 1985)
:This two-pack of erasers from [[Spindex Corporation]] depicted Megatron in his robot and gun modes.
*'''Megatron''' (Character eraser, 1985)
:One of three different "character erasers" produced by Spindex, this small Megatron figurine came on either a red or purple blister card.
*'''Optimus Prime and Megatron''' (Pencil Toppers and Pencil, 1985)
:Small rubber figurines of Megatron and Optimus Prime came packaged with a pencil they could perch on the end of.
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==Transformers Milk Caramel==
[[File:TFcaramel megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (1985)
:A soft rubber figurine—known in Japan as a ''keshigomu''— of Megatron was released as part of the second wave of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers Milk Caramel]]'' [[candy toy]] range. He came packaged with chocolate-covered caramel candies, and was available in red, blue and yellow.
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==Transformers Gum==
[[File:TFGum megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (1985)
**''Accessories:'' High-density infra-red laser cannon
:A snap-together transformable model kit of Megatron was available as part of the second wave of Kabaya's ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' line. Essentially a downsized version of his original toy, the kit was made out of grey and black plastic, featuring stickers for detail, and came with a stick of gum. Like the original Japanese release of his toy, Megatron lacks his fusion cannon, armed merely with his infra-red laser cannon accessory.
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==Hero Set==
[[File:HeroSet megatron keshi.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (1985)
**''ID number:'' '''16'''
**''Accessories:'' Sword, high-density infra-red laser cannon
:A large ''keshigomu'' of Megatron was produced by TakaraTomy licensee [[Maruka Toys]]. Packaged on a blister card, the static, unposeable Megatron figure came with removable laser cannon and sword accessories, and featured a few small stickers for colour and detail. Maruka also produced an Optimus Prime figure in the same scale, and both Megatron and he were available in red, yellow or green.
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==Decoy==
*'''Defeat Dinosaurer Strategy Game''' (board game, 1986)
*'''Destron Hero Collection 22''' (multi-pack, 1986)[[File:Decoy megatron.jpg|thumb]]

:Megatron was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the Decepticons in the series, Megatron was molded in soft purple rubber, and featured a number sculpted into his back that was the sum total of his [[Tech Spec]]s, for use in the various games that could be played with the figurines. As the figure is a Japanese creation, it's particularly notable for the fact that it lacks Megatron's signature fusion cannon, just as his original Japanese toy release did, instead sculpting him with his hand-held laser cannon and Japanese-exclusive sword.

:Megatron was available as part of a 22-piece box set of Decepticon figures, as well as being included as one of several possible random Decepticon figures included as playing tokens with the "Defeat Dinosaurer Strategy Game", and in a variety of different colours via "gachapon" capsule machines. Later, [[Seven]] made him available in a peach coloration, randomly included in a variety of multi-packs.

*'''Megatron''' (1987)
**''Decoy number:'' '''32'''

: The figurine was later brought over to [[Hasbro]] markets as part of the [[Decoy]] promotion, largely identical to the Japanese release except for the fact that the number on his back was replaced with a simple "checklist" number (32, in Megatron's case). Like all Decepticon Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]], and was, very early on in the promotion, available in an alternate red coloration that was only packed in with the Throttlebots. Unsurprisingly, this red figurine is much rarer.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Decoys/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Decoy Megatron at TFU.info]''

==Parody Deformed==
[[File:PDtype megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (1990)

:A small non-transforming [[super deformed]] model kit of Megatron was available as part of Kabaya's "[[Parody Deformed]]" line of candy toys. The third figure in the series, Megatron was part of the larger class of kits, and as such is made from three colors of plastic (white, grey and blue) with eye and Decepticon symbol stickers for detail. He came with a "[[PDTF Comic]]" comic about himself—"Don't Cry! Megatron!!"—and a stick of chewing gum.
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==''Generation 2''==
[[File:G2Megatron watch.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron Watch''' (Watch, 1995)

: A non-transforming digital wristwatch of Megatron's tank mode manufactured by [[Ostrum International]] was released during ''Generation 2'', in the same green and purple coloration as his first ''Generation 2'' toy.
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==Choro-Q==
[[File:ChoroQ megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (2000)

:''[[Choro-Q]]'' Megatron is a ''Generation 2''-themed [[redeco]] of the Camouflage Tank toy from Takara's ''Choro-Q'' toyline of non-transforming super deformed vehicles. He was an [[exclusive]] at [[BotCon]] Japan 2000, and features a [[pull-back motor]] and a rear license plate that reads "BotCon Japan 2000".

:Along with ''Choro-Q'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise|Optimus Prime]] and [[Mirage (G1)|Ligier]], Megatron was given out randomly to convention attendees. Each toy was limited to 1000 pieces.
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==Super Collection Figure==
[[File:SCF Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (2000)
**''Act'': '''1'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

: A three-inch tall [[plastic|PVC]] figurine of Megatron was available as part of the first wave of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. Like all the figures in the wave, it was available as both a standard full color figure and a clear plastic version, one of each of which was available in a standard case of twelve [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] figures.

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[[File:SCF Megatron chase mace.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron with Chain Weight''' (2000)
**''Act'': '''1'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

:Also available in the first ''Super Collection Figure'' wave was a rare "[[Chase figure|chase]]" version of the Megatron (分銅付きメガトロン, ''fundō-tsuki megatoron''), decorated in metallic paint and replacing his right hand with his energon flail.

: It was ''presumably'' released at a ratio of one per every ten cases; while this has not been officially confirmed, later waves gave these odds for Secret Figures. It is also ''presumed'' to have replaced the regular Megatron in the lucky case (color or clear, well, that's less certain).

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[[File:SCF Optimus chase jetpack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron & Convoy''' (2000)
**''Act'': '''2'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

: The second ''Super Collection Figure'' wave featured an Optimus Prime chase figure wielding Megatron in gun mode and wearing [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]'s [[jet pack|rocket pack]] (the latter seen in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original ''The Transformers'' cartoon]] episode "[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 3]]").

: It was ''presumably'' released at a ratio of one per every ten cases. It is unknown what figure it replaced in the lucky case.

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[[File:SCF Megatron Reincarnation.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Reincarnation Megatron''' (2001)
**''Act'': '''3'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

:Megatron got another chase figure in the third ''Super Collection Figure'' Act. Based on the scene in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'' where Megatron is reincarnated as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], "Reincarnation Megatron" (転生メガトロン ''tensei megatoron'') is cast in transparent plastic with a light purple hue and gold sparkles inside, and given grid patterns on his lower body. It was presumably packed at a ratio of one per ten cases.

:It needs to be noted that there are a significant number of [[knockoff|bootlegs]] of this figure. Thankfully, most have a very obvious tell: the real figure has a white Decepticon symbol, while the knockoffs have a purple symbol.

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[[File:SCF Megatron Laserbeak.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron (B)''' (2001)
**''Act'': '''4'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

:For the fourth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave, Megatron's left arm was changed to feature [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] perching on it. His feet have also been painted bright white rather than the body-matching light gray of the original. Like all the figures in the fourth wave, Megatron was available in both standard full color and metallic silver "pewter" versions, one of each of which was available in a standard case of twelve [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] figures.

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

:In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter version of Megatron came packaged with the right arm of the collectible [[Metroplex (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Metroplex]] build-a-figure.

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[[File:SCF Optimus Act6.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Convoy (C) with Megatron Gun Mode''' (2002)
**''Act'': '''6'''
**''Accessories'': Right fist, stand

:The sixth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave featured a [[retool]]ed version of Prime wielding Megatron's gun mode, now sold at mass-retail rather than being a chase figure. Unlike the chase one, Prime also came with an interchangeable empty fist, so he doesn't ''have'' to wield Megatron. His right arm has also been tooled to be straight-elbowed, and his left hand is now clenched. The figure was available in both full color and pewter versions in a 1:1 ratio per case.

:In eight out of every ten cases, the pewter version came with the head for the wave's [[Grand Maximus#Super Collection Figure|Grand Maximus]] build-a-figure.

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[[File:SCF Optimus Earth Obliteration.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Special "The Earth Obliteration Plan": Exclusive Convoy Set''' (2002)
**''Accessories'': Stand

: Available exclusively at the Wonder Festival convention, this set includes two metallic-paint versions of Convoy figures from Act 2: the "Convoy w/ Megatron Gun" chase figure (minus the jetpack), and the truck-mode "figure".

: The set was limited to only 1000 units.

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[[File:SCF Megatron Confrontation.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''TF Confrontation Set 01: Convoy vs Megatron''' (2002)
**''Accessories:'' Energon mace

: Exclusive to the Tokyo Game Show 2002, this special set includes a new version of the original first-Act Megatron figure, along with a new version of the first-Act Optimus. Both are cast in transparent plastic and completely painted over in a grimy, battle-damaged look. Both also come with the interchangeable energon-axe and mace weapons from their first-wave chase figures. Completing the theme of the set is the backdrop of the packaging interior, which depicts [[Sherman Dam]].

: As with the Wonder Festival set, this set was also limited to 1000 units.
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==Mega Super Collection Figure==
[[File:MegaSCF megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (2002)
**''ID number:'' '''03'''
**''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon, energon mace, Laserbeak, two clenched fists, two open hands
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Yasuhiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:A five-inch tall, non-transforming highly-articulated PVC figure of Megatron was the third entry in Takara's ''Mega Super Collection Figure'' series. He comes with a small PVC of Laserbeak that can perch on his arm, and his fists can be swapped out for alternate splayed-palm hands, or his energon mace, as seen in the Generation 1 cartoon.

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*'''Megatron Metallic Ver.''' (Exclusive, 2002)
**''ID number:'' '''03-X1'''
**''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon, energon mace, [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]], two clenched fists, two open hands
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Yasuhiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:A metallic redeco of ''Mega SCF'' Megatron was offered as an exclusive at the 2002 Japanese conventions, Hobby Expo and Wonderfest. He comes with all the same accessories as his standard release, except for this exclusive, Laserbeak has been redecoed into Buzzsaw.
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*'''Convoy Metallic Ver.''' (2002)
**''ID number:'' '''01'''
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Yasuhiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:A gun mode Megatron came as an accessory with the metallic redeco of the Optimus Prime ''Mega SFC'' figurine, taking the place of the [[energon-axe]] weapon included with the original Prime figure. Prime's hand is permanently sculpted around Megatron's handle, and can be swapped out for Prime's other hands.

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*'''Starscream''' (2002)
**''ID number:'' '''07'''
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Yasuhiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}
:Optimus Prime's Megatron gun accessory was redecoed for inclusion with ''Mega SCF'' Starscream; while Megatron himself remained the same, the fist was repainted from Prime's metallic dark blue to Starscream's lighter shade.
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==Heroes of Cybertron==
[[File:HOC Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2002)

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Heroes of Cybertron#Heroes of Cybertron|Heroes of Cybertron]]'', this figure is functionally the same as the first ''Super Collection Figure'' Megatron. Like all the standard ''Heroes'' figures, he is cast in transparent plastic, then painted over, save for the eyes and a small patch on the back of his head, giving him a [[light-piping]] gimmick. However, there are a few other tiny deco differences, most importantly (and noticeable) being the addition of a black circle on the muzzle of his back-mounted gun barrel, and the back of his midsection is painted light gray rather than red like the ''SCF''. He's also a cooler super-light-gray than the ''SCF'' figure.

: There is a [[variant|running change variant]] of this figure, which adds a bit of red paint to the raised bit on the back of Megatron's fusion cannon, a detail from the animation model missing from the ''SCF'' Megatrons.

: Megatron was re-released in 2006 as part of a short-lived ''Heroes of Cybertron'' revival, celebrating the 2006 DVD release of the original ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. This version was cast in opaque off-white plastic and is virtually identical to the original ''SCF'' Megatron, with the unpainted back-barrel and red-painted mid-back. At best, in certain lights the 2006 ''Heroes'' version is an ever so slightly warmer light gray plastic than the ''SCF''.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/HoCMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Heroes of Cybertron'' Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:HOC Megatron Mace.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|All flail Megatron]]
* '''Megatron''' (2002)

: Released in the second wave, this version of Megatron is a mass-release variation of the chase figure from the first ''SCF'' Act, replacing his right hand with a clear-plastic energy flail. His left hand is the clenched fist of the later "Laserbeak" version of Megatron, instead of the open-hand the chase figure had. This version also keeps the paint additions from the previous version of the figure, always having the red-dotted cannon.

: Oddly, he comes with the same collector card as the first version, and the packaging does not call out the energy weapon in any way. The card-back cross-sell even shows only the original Megatron. (The same happened to this wave's energy-weapon-wielding [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Heroes of Cybertron|Optimus Prime]].)

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/HoCMaceMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Heroes of Cybertron'' Megatron (with mace) at TFU.info]''

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[[File:HOC Megatron Laserbeak.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Give us a kiss.]]
* '''Megatron with Laserbeak''' (2003)

: The fifth-wave Megatron figure is a release of the Megatron/[[Laserbeak (G1)/toys#Heroes of Cybertron)|Laserbeak]] figure from the fourth ''SCF'' Act. He keeps the paint alterations of the energy-mace Megatron, though his black paint is much glossier this time around. Laserbeak's grays are also much lighter than on the SCF, matching Megatron's main body coloring.

: The collector card does not list Laserbeak on the front, but does mention him at the end of a severely truncated version of the first card's [[bio]].

: This release came with the right arm for the wave's collectible [[Metroplex (G1)#Heroes of Cybertron|Metroplex]] build-a-figure.
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==Hard Hero==
[[File:HardHero Megatron bust.JPG|thumb|Englishmen, you're all so f@#$ing pompous. None of you have got any balls...[[Edmund Burton|wait a minute.]]]]
*'''Megatron''' (2002)
:The second of [[Hard Hero]]'s series of ''Transformers'' products, Megatron is a six-inch tall bust sculpted from cold-cast porcelain.
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[[File:HHero MegatronStatue.jpg|thumb|People can pay retail for a [[Thrust (G1)#Generations|Thrust]] now!?!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
:A 12.5-inch tall Megatron statue sculpted aiming his fusion cannon while screaming in rage.
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==MyClone==
[[File:Myclone megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
* '''Megatron''' (MyClone, 2003)
**''ID number:'' '''MTF002'''
**''Accessories:'' Grey display base
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Yasuhiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}

:Released in the first wave of the ''[[MyClone]]'' line of Transformers PVC figures, this super deformed Megatron comes with a hexagonal grey display stand, which can link up with the identical stands included with other MyClone figures. His modular design allows his parts to be mixed and matched with those of any other MyClone figure.

* '''Megatron''' (MyClone, 2003)
**''Accessories:'' Clear display base, energon mace
{{toydesigner|[[Kazutami Yasuhiko]] (TakaraTomy)}}

: A [[chase figure|chase]] variant of ''MyClone'' Megatron was also available in the same wave. Cast entirely in colorless clear plastic, this version of Megatron also came with an energon mace, which could be exchanged for his fist. Thanks to the modular MyClone design, the mace can easily attach to the standard Megatron figure as well.
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==Q-Robo Collection==
[[File:Qrobo megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2003)

:A super-deformed PVC of Megatron was released as part of the ''[[Q-Robo Collection]]''. Like all the figures in the series, Megatron was sold blindpacked in a plastic capsule, featured articulation in the neck and shoulders, and was also available in a translucent colored plastic: as a Decepticon, Megatron came in translucent purple.

::*''[http://snakas.web.fc2.com/figure/q_robo1.htm More information on the Q-Robo Collection at Autobase Aichi]''
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==Generation 1 Figure-Collection==

[[File:Bottlecap megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]

*'''Megatron''' (2003)
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-1'''
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:At only one inch in height, this Megatron "bottlecap" figurine (so named because its display base is the size of a bottlecap) was one of fourteen blindpacked figures available in Kabaya's Transformers [[Generation 1 Figure-Collection]]. The figure was available in both a "retro" black and white color scheme and a rare full-color [[chase figure|chase]] version, and came with a leaflet, personalized with cartoon screen captures.
::*''[http://snakas.web.fc2.com/misc_item/kabaya_bottle.htm More information on the Generation 1 collection at Autobase Aichi]''
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==History Collection==
[[File:History collection megatron.jpg|thumb|100px]]
*'''Megatron''' (2004)
**''Accessories:'' Display base

:A second "bottlecap" figurine of Megatron was produced by Takara as part of their blindpacked [[History Collection]] line of PVCs. Despite its diminutive size, this two-piece full-color figure features articulated shoulders.

::*''[http://tfkenkon.com/collection/act234/ More information on the History Collection at TFKenkon.com]''
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==Palisades Toys==
[[File:Palisades Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Megatron after getting pushed down a flight of stairs by [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]].]]
*'''Megatron''' (statue, 2004)
:A twelve-inch tall polystone statue of Megatron was produced by [[Palisades Toys]] as the logical second entry in their line of Transformers statues. Standing on a thick base formed from a silver Decepticon insignia, Megatron is decorated with dirt to simulate battle damage, and features articulation at and his neck and shoulders, allowing owners to position him with fusion cannon ready to fire. Megatron was limited to 1000 pieces worldwide.
::*''[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-images/toys/Non-Transforming+Transformers/Misc/Transformers+Busts+and+Statues/Palisades+12+Megatron+Statue/ Megatron statue gallery at TFW2005.com]''

* '''Megatron''' (mini-statue, 2005)

:A downscaled version of the Megatron statue, essentially identical to the larger one but for the fact that it's only six inches tall, was produced as an [[exclusive]] for [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2005. With only 500 units produced, the statue sold out in two days, setting a new record for Palisades at the show.
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==First 4 Figures==
[[File:First 4 Figures Battlefield Optimus vs Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron''' (2006)
**''Accessories:'' extra head for Megatron (with detachable helmet), extra hand for Optimus Prime
{{toydesigner|[[Little IroN]] (concept artist), [["Mad" Alterton]] (sculptor), [[Leandro Sivori]] (painter)}}

:The first entry in the ''Transformers Battlefield'' line by model company [[First 4 Figures]], this 13-inch tall diorama depicts Optimus Prime slugging it out with Megatron. Megatron comes with a "REP" (Replaceable Exterior Part) of a battle damaged version of his head, which features a detachable "helmet" to show off his exposed robo-brain. Optimus is posed as though doing a shoulder shove while holding his ion blaster, but a provided REP hand allows buyers to instead recontexualise the pose as a spinning backhand slap.

:The model was limited to 1,850 pieces worldwide, and came with a numbered certificate of authenticity, which allowed buyers to reserve the same number on their next purchase in the series. It also came with an A4 mini-poster depicting the same fight between Optimus and Megatron by artist [[Little IroN]], which was also sold separately as a limited edition A2 poster.

:As a ''Transformers Battlefield'' release, this model featured a detailed base designed to interlock with others in the same range to create a massive battle diorama. Unfortunately, a general discontinuation of First 4 Figures' ''Transformers''-related output put the kibosh on any further ''Battlefield'' models.
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==Diamond Select==

* '''Decepticon Motion Globe''' (Snow globe, 2007)
[[File:Diamond select megatron products.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
:Megatron is featured in [[Diamond Select Toys]]' Decepticon-themed snow globe, sitting on a throne inside the globe whilst pointing with one hand and holding an [[energon cube]] in the other. The globe's base is based on [[Decepticon Headquarters (G1 Earth)|Decepticon Headquarters]] from the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original ''The Transformers'' cartoon]]. It was sculpted by [[Art Asylum]], and limited to 1000 pieces.

* '''Megatron Mini Head Replica''' (Bust, 2007)
:This small statue of Megatron's head designed by Art Asylum stands at roughly five inches tall, and was limited to 2500 pieces.

* '''Megatron Wall Statue''' (2007)
:Standing at nine inches tall and limited to 1000 pieces, this statue of Megatron is a free-standing diorama that attaches to the owner's wall, complimenting Art Asylum's Optimus Prime wall statue.
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[[File:Diamond select megatron busts.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Wonder if they used his legs to make another [[Alligaticon]]?]]
* '''Megatron Bust''' (2008)

:Released by Diamond Select Toys in 2008, this Megatron mini-bust was sculpted by Mark Wong of Art Asylum and limited to 1,500 pieces. The sculpt features a Megatron, looking regal in metallic silver, perched above a raised Decepticon symbol while the front of the bust showcases the [[Heart of Cybertron]] as seen in the Generation 1 episode "[[Microbots]]".

* '''Megatron Reformatted Bust''' (Action Figure Xpress exclusive, 2008)

:The Megatron bust was retooled for its second release as "Megatron Reformatted", exclusively availably through Action Figure Xpress, depicting the Decepticon leader in the beginning stages of his reformation into Galvatron as featured in ''The Transformers: The Movie''. In addition to his new partially-translucent appearance and battle-damage paint detail, this version of the bust features a new head and a new base in the shape of [[Unicron]].

* '''G1 Animated Megatron Bust''' (San Diego Comic Con exclusive, 2009)
:Mark Wong's Megatron bust was retooled a third time to create "G1 Animated Megatron", available exclusively at the 2009 San Diego Comic Con. In addition to his reinstated Heart of Cybertron base, Megatron features a new head and a more matte color scheme to better match the cartoon's palette.
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[[File:DiamondSelect Megatron bustbank.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Megatron Bust Bank''' (Diamond Select, 2010)

:This 6-inch hollow Megatron bust would have featured plenty of space for coins along with articulation in its shoulders and neck, but was sadly canceled.
 
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==Attacktix==
*'''Megatron''' (Booster, 2007)
[[File:Attacktix Megatron.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|How am I supposed to aim with this thing in the way?]]
{{attacktix
|ID=TF2-20
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Leader
|special=Recover - 16/26 (61%) success ratio
|cost=40
|speed=6
|attacktype=Shooter (Force Blast)
}}
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:Based on his G1 cartoon appearance, this Megatron toy is a killer. He was available only in the Series 2 Starter Set along with ''[[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Attacktix|Optimus Prime]], ''[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' [[Landquake (Energon)#Attacktix|Landquake]] and ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'' [[Skywarp (Armada)#Attacktix|Skywarp]].

:Megatron has an incredibly powerful translucent missile (don't fire it at children or small dogs if you value their lives) and a ''Recover'' special power that allows the figure to stand back up if there's another Decepticon in play. Two Megatrons are a dangerous combination, feeding each other's recover powers and making them very hard to kill off. Plus you can pretend one of them is [[Straxus (G1)|Straxus]].

:As an added bonus, because of the way it is worded, you can use the ''Cybertron'' [[Megatron (Armada)/merchandise#Attacktix|Megatron]] vehicle mode figure's ''Transform'' power to bring Megatron into play from your back-ups.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/AttacktixMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Megatron at TFU.info]''
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==''Robot Heroes''==
[[File:Robot heroes megatrons.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cuteness through tyranny!]]
*'''Ultra Magnus & Megatron''' (Two-pack, 2007)
{{toydesigner|[[Bill Rawley]] (Hasbro)|Marcelo Matere]] (concept artist)}}

:''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'' Megatron is an adorably super-deformed figurine depicting the Decepticon leader aiming his fusion cannon with a great big smile on his mouth. Megatron has swivel articulation in his shoulders and was sold in a two-pack with [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/merchandise#Robot Heroes|Ultra Magnus]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/RHMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Robot Heroes Megatron at TFU.info]''

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*'''Megatron''' (Single-pack, 2008)

: In some countries outside of North America, Megatron was released individually in a blindpack with no notable changes.

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*'''Decepticon Sneak Attack''' (Multi-pack, 2007)

: "Megatron with Supermetal Finish" is a redeco of the standard ''Robot Heroes'' Megatron, colored a shiny silver instead of off-white.

: He was only available in a [[Walmart]] exclusive five-pack alongside [[Mirage (G1)/toys#RH5pack|Hologram Mirage]], [[Cliffjumper (G1)/toys#Robot Heroes|Cliffjumper]], "Supermetal Finish" [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#RH5pack|Optimus Prime]], and [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Robot Heroes|Skywarp]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/RHWMMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Supermetal Finish Megatron at TFU.info]''
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==Sota Toys==
*'''Transformers Chess Set''' (<s>2007</s>)
:A Megatron piece was to be the Decepticon-side King on a [[Chess#Sota Toys|chess set]] based on Generation 1, but the set apparently never saw release.
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==''Titanium Series''==
[[File:Titanium cancelled figure checklist.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''War Within Megatron''' (unreleased)
:*''Accessories:'' Decepticon stand?
:The final ''[[Titanium Series]]'' catalogue listed a number of "Micro Figures" intended for release, though many of them never saw the light of day. Among those listed was "War Within Megatron", which was presumably supposed to be a new 3" Robot Masters mold based on the character's appearance in the ''[[War Within (comic)|War Within]]'' comics, probably including a stand in the shape of a Decepticon badge.
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==Revoltech==
[[File:Revoltech Megatron.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Action Masters? Eat your Spark out!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2007)
**''Yamaguchi Series number:'' '''025'''
**''Accessories:'' Alternate head, 3 alternate hands (left & right open palms, right gun-holding hand)

:A non-transforming but ''highly'' articulated Megatron action figure(ine), ''[[Revoltech]]'' Megatron uses the ''Revoltech'' "revolver joints" (appropriate, if you think about it...) for maximum poseability. Megatron includes a non-removable fusion cannon and a few alternate hands, as well as an alternate head with its mouth open in either a smirk, growl or sneer, [[Dull surprise|depending on how you read it]]. His sculpting is explicitly in the style of [[Pat Lee|Pat "serfdom" Lee]]'s interpretation of Megatron.

:This figure uses specialized gray revolver joints in order to better blend with the surrounding sculpted parts.

:He includes a hand obviously meant for holding a gun... but has no gun to use it with. Though if you buy ''Revoltech'' Starscream as well, you can always make him wield himself.
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[[File:Revoltech Megatron gun.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Starscream''' (2008)
**''Yamaguchi Series number:'' '''046'''

:The [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Revoltech|''Revoltech'' Starscream]] toy included a Megatron accessory in his Walther P-38 altmode. While the silencer and scope are molded on, the stock is removable (necessary in order to plug it into a hand). The gun can be held by any ''Revoltech'' toy with a standardized gun-wielding hand, which includes all five Transformers characters in the line.
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==Boss Coffee==
[[File:Boss coffee megatron.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2008)

:A non-transforming PVC figure of Megatron was released as part of a promotion by [[Boss Coffee]]. The small figure was randomly included with single cans of the company's "Rainbow Mountain Blend" coffee, contained in a plastic capsule affixed to the top of the can which then became a display base for the figurine once removed. Megatron features articulation at the shoulders and waist and came with a small catalog leaflet that could be folded up and attached to the lid/base to form a diorama background of Decepticon Headquarters for added display value.

:Due to his size, Megatron hypothetically scales with ''Encore'' [[Metroplex (G1)#Encore|Metroplex]].

*'''Megatron''' (2008)

:A larger, metallic gold version of Megatron was also part of the promotion. Nearly twice as tall as the smaller figure, it was not merely an upsized version, but an entirely different sculpt. This Megatron was randomly included with two-packs of Rainbow Mountain Blend coffee cans, which featured a double-wide plastic capsule to hold him.
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==''Mighty Muggs''==
[[File:MightyMuggs Megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2009)
**''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon

: This super-deformed, non-transformable Megatron figure uses the standard ''[[Mighty Muggs]]'' body template, with swivel joints in his neck and limbs. He comes with a similarly super-deformed version of his fusion cannon that fits into a hole on his right arm.
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[[File:MightyMuggs 2018 Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.44]]
*'''Megatron''' (2018)
**''ID number:'' '''02'''

: Part of the first year of the ''Mighty Muggs'' relaunch, Megatron features the new line-wide face-changing [[gimmick]]. Pressing down on his bucket helmet will switch his face to one of three options: neutral, angry, and [[The Transformers: The Movie|"I still function!"]] The toy is based on Megatron's [[evergreen]] design, and includes a matching fusion cannon molded onto his right arm.
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==Transformers Wacky Wobblers==
[[File:WackyWobblers Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85]]
*'''Megatron''' (2009)

: This Megatron {{w|bobblehead}} is part of the popular ''[[Wacky Wobblers]]'' line produced by {{w|Funko}}. Aside from the standard-issue big wobbling head, he features a teeny-tiny fusion cannon and arms that swivel at the shoulders. Megatron is affixed to a base with his name on it.
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==Transformers x Mimobot==
[[File:Mimobot megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Peace through Storage!]]
*'''Megatron Mimobot''' (Mimoco, 2011)
:Produced by [[Mimoco]] as part of their multi-brand line of designer USB "Mimobot" flash drives, this Megatron memory stick comes in 2GB, 4GB, 8GB and 16GB sizes, and comes pre-loaded with "digital editions of classic comics, videos, and scripts", as well as a suite of screensavers, avatars, and more standard to all Mimobots.
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==Cuponk==
[[Image:NYCC2011 Cuponk.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Not for use with liquid, so you can't get [[Microbots|get drunk on Energon]].]]
*'''Transformers Cuponk''' (2011)
:A New York Comicon exclusive, this set includes two Cuponk cups and 6 ping pong balls. Megatron is featured on one cup and one ping pong ball. The same cup also features [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], and the [[Autoscout]].
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==Titan Warriors==
[[File:TitanWarriors Megatron.jpg|thumb|right]]
*'''Titan Warrior 5-Pack''' (2013)
:Available at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2013, this Megatron is a 6" PVC ''[[Titan Heroes|Titan Warriors]]'' figure (similar to Bandai's ''Ultra/Sentai/Rider Hero, Movie Monster Series'') with articulated arms. He was packed with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Titan Warriors|Optimus Prime]], [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Titan Warriors|Grimlock]], [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Titan Warriors|Starscream]] and [[Soundwave (G1)/merchandise#Titan Warriors|Soundwave]].

*'''Megatron''' (Titan Warrior, 2014)
:The ''Titan Warriors'' Megatron toy was released individually, under the ''[[Beast Hunters (toyline)|Beast Hunters]] Titan Heroes'' subline.
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==''The Loyal Subjects''==
*'''Megatron''' (2013)
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*'''Cybertron Megatron''' (2013)
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*'''Metallic Megatron''' (2013)
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*'''Midnight Cybertron Megatron''' (2013)
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==Mecha Nations==
[[File:Mn02-blackconvoy-megs.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Black Convoy''' (2014)
**''ID Number:'' '''MN02'''
**''Accessories:'' Ion Blaster, Energon Axe, Removable Armor, Megatron gun, alternate hands.

:A small gun mode version of Megatron, similar to [[Megatron (G1)/toys#20th Anniversary/Masterpiece|those included with]] ''Masterpiece'' Soundwave and the original ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime/Convoy mold, was added to [[Kids Logic]]'s [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Mecha Nations|Black Convoy]] redeco (and insignia-remold) of Mecha Nations [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Mecha Nations|Optimus Prime]]. It includes light up effects, gun barrel that can be replaced with a barrel extension, and removable stock. To hold the gun, Black Convoy includes an additional specifically molded right hand, however the stock must be removed to allow him to do so.

:The Megatron gun was also included with Mecha Nations Starscream (below). Mecha Nations [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/merchandise#Mecha Nations|Ultra Magnus]], like Optimus Prime before him, does not include the Megatron gun, keeping this a Decepticon-only accessory.

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[[File:Mn03-megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2014)
**''ID Number:'' '''MN03'''
**''Accessories:'' Energy flail, alternate face, alternate hands, alternate right forearm, display stand.

:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this [[super deformed]] G1 Megatron stands 6" tall and is articulated, featuring a shiny metallic color scheme, removable armor and replacement hands. He also features LED light up eyes, Decepticon chest insignia, and fusion cannon. The set includes an alternate right forearm piece allowing the fusion cannon and the forearm to which it's attached to be removed.

:This figure was redecoed into Mecha Nations Megatron 2014 Toy Soul Exclusive Edition (below).

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[[File:Mn03g-goldmegatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron (2014 Toy Soul Exclusive Edition)''' (2014)
**''ID Number:'' '''MN03G'''
**''Accessories:'' Energy flail, alternate face, alternate hands, alternate right forearm, display stand.

:Created by [[Kids Logic]], this [[super deformed]] G1 Megatron is a redeco of their previous Megatron figure (above), based on the color scheme of ''Masterpiece'' [[Megatron (G1)/toys#MasterpieceGoldMegs|Megatron Gold Ver]]. He stands 6" tall and is articulated, featuring a shiny metallic color scheme, removable armor and replacement hands. He also features LED light up eyes, Decepticon chest insignia, and fusion cannon. The set includes an alternate right forearm piece allowing the fusion cannon and the forearm to which it's attached to be removed.

:This figure was exclusive to 2014's Toy Soul expo, an event run annually in Hong Kong.

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[[File:Mn05-starscream-megs.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Starscream''' (2015)
**''ID Number:'' '''MN05'''
**''Accessories:'' Megatron gun, alternate hands, display stand.

:Mecha Nations [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Mecha Nations|Starscream]] includes the same gun mode Megatron (above) as introduced with Black Convoy. A specially molded hand allows Starscream to hold Megatron for posing.

:Starscream was subsequently redecoed with new faces into Mecha Nations [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Mecha Nations|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#Mecha Nations|Thundercracker]], but neither of the later figures included the Megatron gun.

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==''Thrilling 30''==
*'''Megatron''' (Collectible Figurine, 2014)
**''Series / Number:'' '''1 / #2'''
**''Accessories:'' Collector's base
:A super-deformed Megatron was released among the blindpacked [[Thrilling 30#Collectible Figurines|''Thrilling 30'' Collectible Figurines]] by [[Goldie Marketing]]. He comes with a base to help him stand, a collector's card that doubles as a puzzle piece, and a checklist.

*'''Collectible Figurines''' (5-pack, 2014)
**''Series:'' '''1'''
**''Accessories:'' 5 collector's bases
:The same Megatron figurine was also available in a 5-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Thrilling 30|Optimus Prime]], [[Ratchet (G1)/toys#Thrilling 30|Ratchet]], [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Thrilling 30|Starscream]] and [[Soundwave (G1)/merchandise#Thrilling 30|Soundwave]].

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==D-Style==
[[File:D-Style-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Multiple faces to convey the various forms of tyranny.]]

*'''Megatron''' (2015)
**''ID number:'' '''44'''
**''Accessories:'' Scowling face, smirking face, shouting face, energon mace, Megatron gun

:A super deformed Megatron model kit was produced by [[Kotobukiya]] as part of their franchise-spanning ''[[D-Style]]'' line. His accessories include three interchangeable face plates, an energon mace and a representation of his gun mode that can be wielded by ''D-Style'' figures.

:There are a fewer paint apps than [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#D-Style|Optimus Prime]]. The eyebrows, two of the mouths and the silencer on the gun all require painting in black. In a change from the promotional photos opposite, Megatron's feet come in metallic, with the box images showing the center section on the feet highlighted with black.

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==D-Collection==
[[File:D-Collection Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (2015)
**''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon, sword

:[[Kabaya]]'s ''D-Collection'' Megatron is a small super deformed figure that requires some assembly for his arms and features articulation limited to his shoulders. He comes with an attachable fusion cannon and a purple energy sword. Sold blindpacked, Megatron is available as both a standard full color figure and a rare clear plastic version. He comes with chewing gum.

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*'''Starscream''' (2015)
**''Accessories:'' 2 null-ray blasters, Megatron gun

:A gun mode Megatron is included with the ''D-Collection'' [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#D-Collection|Starscream]] figure as an accessory. The default Starscream comes with a fully painted Megatron, while the one included with the clear plastic version is completely black.

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==''Metal Earth''==
[[File:Metal Earth Megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2015)
**''ID number:'' '''MMS303'''
:''[[Metal Earth]]'' Megatron is a DIY 3D Metal Model kit. The kit's difficulty rating is given as "expert".
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[[File:Metal Earth Legends Megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (Legends, 2019)
**''ID number:'' '''MEM054'''
:''Metal Earth Legends'' Megatron is a DIY 3D steel model kit in the shape of a super deformed version of the [[evergreen]] Megatron design. The kit's difficulty rating is given as "moderate".
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==Hallmark Keepsake Ornaments==
[[File:Hasbro-transformers-megatron-ornament.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It's toy accurate.]]
*'''Megatron''' (July 11, 2015)
:Produced by Hallmark for the 2015 Christmas season, this ornament is sculpted based on the original Megatron toy in robot mode.

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==Block Wars==
*'''Megatron''' (2016)
**''Number:'' '''3'''

:Part of [[Kabaya]]'s ''[[Transformers Block Wars]]'' candy toy line, this Megatron kit is based on his [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Cyber Series|Cyber Series Battalion toy]]. Molded in blue and grey plastic with detailing from stickers, he transforms into a tank when finished. He can also be taken apart and combined with ''Block Wars'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Block Wars|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Block Wars|Bumblebee]] and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Block Wars|Starscream]] in various configurations, the ones involving Megatron shown on the packaging being:

:*Giving Megatron's cannon and Starscream's wings to Optimus Prime.
:*Placing Megatron's turret on Prime's truck mode.
:*Giving Bumblebee Megatron's arms and Starscream's wings and arming him with Optimus Prime's spear.
:*Attaching Megatron's cannon and Starscream's wings to Bumblebee's vehicle mode, making him a flying death car.
:*Arming Megatron with Starscream's weapons and transforming him into a base/turret mode.
:*Attaching Prime and Starscream's legs to Megatron's vehicle mode to create a walking tank.
:*Combining Megatron and Starscream's vehicle modes into a jet-tank.
:*Combining all four into an unnamed combiner, with Megatron forming the right leg and providing his cannon as a handgun.

==Bitfig==
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*'''Megatron''' (12-2016)
:Part of the first wave of Transformers Bitfig capsule toys by [[TakaraTomy A.R.T.S.]], Megatron's design is inspired by his appearance in the G1 cartoon, and is articulated at the neck and shoulders. Bitfig toys were packaged in capsules color coded to the toy they contained.
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==Prime 1 Studio==
===''Premium Masterline''===
[[File:TF-Premium-Masterline-PMTF-02-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.55|thumb|"As Prime said, this design would've shut [[GEEWUN|you]] [[True fan|people]] up if [[Paramount Pictures|th]][[Michael Bay|ey]] decided to use this design."]]
*'''Megatron''' (2017)
**''ID Number'': '''PMTF-02''' / '''02EX''' (exclusive)
**''Accessories'': Base, Energon sword (exclusive), Energon mace (exclusive)

:[[Prime 1 Studio]] ''Premium Masterline'' Megatron is a ''massive'' non-transforming statue based on his Generation 1 appearance with a blend of live-action film aesthetic, with LED light on his eyes and fusion cannon. The statue was also designed by [[Josh Nizzi]] himself. If customers had purchased the statue at [https://www.sideshowtoy.com/collectibles/transformers-megatron-transformers-generation-1-prime-1-studio-9028261/ Sideshow's website], they would receive exclusive sword and mace accessories, which can be attached to Megatron's left hand.

:The standard version was limited to 1000 pieces, while the exclusive version was limited to 500 pieces.

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*'''Megatron Gold Version''' (2018)
**''ID Number'': '''PMTF-02GL'''
**''Accessories'': Base, sword

:Limited to 350 pieces, Megatron Gold Version is a redeco of the statue above, evoking his Electrum-coated appearance in the Generation 1 episode "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]". He also comes with a sword accessory.
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===''Age of Time''===
[[File:Prime1StudioSuperiorMegatron.jpg|upright=1.55|thumb]]
*'''Superior Megatron''' (<s>201?</s>)

:''Age of Time'' Superior Megatron was designed to be the "ultimate amalgamation" between G1 and movie [[Megatron (Movie)|Megatrons]], specifically taking cues from Megatron's appearance in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]''.

:For reasons unknown, this figure was silently canceled.
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===''Cutie1''===
[[File:Cutie1 Megatron Figure.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (2022)
**''ID Number'': '''No:056'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

:A striking departure from previous Prime 1 Studio offerings, ''Cutie1'' Megatron is a lovable (if not somewhat scary looking) soft vinyl figure stylized as a button-eyed doll with chibi proportions.

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*'''Megatron''' (Keychain, 2021)
**''Accessories'': Stand, chain

:Part of a marketing push following the announcement of the figure above, an acrylic keychain of ''Cutie1'' Megatron was released, along with other products such as stickers, T-shirts, hand towels and totebags using the design. The keychain comes with a small stand so that you can display it when not carrying it around with your keys.

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*'''Nemesis Prime & TR Silver Megatron Set''' (2-pack, 2023)
**''Accessories'': Stand

:''Cutie1'' "TR Silver Megatron" is a metallic silver redeco of the regular figure with yellow eyes instead of red. He comes in a set with [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Cutie1|Nemesis Prime]].

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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
[[File:Prime-1-Studio-WFC-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (<s>2022</s>)
**''ID Number'': '''PMTF-06''' / '''06UT''' (Ultimate Version)
**''Accessories'': Base (standard), base with Omega Supreme (Utimate Version)

:A statue based on Megatron's appearance in the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' cartoon. The exclusive version includes a defeated [[Omega Supreme (G1)#Prime 1 Studio|Omega Supreme]] as part of the statue's base.

:This item was canceled due to the combination of rising production costs and insufficient preorders.
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==My Busy Books==
[[File:TF-My-Busy-Books-Transformers-Megatron-figurine.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|At least one of your nerd parents would complain that I'm not a <s>gun</s> upside down Submarine on this one.]]
*'''Transformers: My Busy Book''' (2017)
:Available with the [[Transformers: My Busy Book|10-page board book]] and a box filled with 12 figurines & a playmat depicting a destructed city & Cybertron, this Megatron is a pair of small, PVC non-transforming figurines consists of his robot and his tank alternate mode, which was based on his [[evergreen]] design. Like most of the land-based vehicle figurines, his treads do not roll.

:Since his tank turret is made out of softer plastic, it tends to droop down occasionally.
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==Kidrobot==
[[File:Kidrobot GIJoe Enamel Pin Series.jpg|thumb|250px]]
===Enamel Pin Series===
*'''Megatron''' ([[November 3]], [[2017]])
:*''Rarity:'' 1 in 20
:Released by [[Kidrobot]] in their Enamel Pin Series, this is a flat, enamel pin badge of Megatron inspired by the art of [[Tom Scioli]]'s ''[[Transformers vs. G.I. Joe]]'', albeit with [[Super deformed|cutesy proportions]]. Megatron's design throughout Kidrobot's merchandise features his [[Energon mace]] coming out of the end of his [[fusion cannon]]. The pin series was [[Blindpacking|blindboxed]], with some pins being rarer than others.
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===Vinyl Mini Series===
[[File:Kidrobot GI Joe Megatron mini.jpg|thumb|upright=1]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[November 14]], [[2017]])
:*''Rarity:'' 2 in 24
:*''Accessories'': [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]'s head
:The same character design was reused for the Vinyl Mini Series, with Megatron receiving a three-inch tall, blindboxed figurine retaining the vibrant colours and exaggerated proportions. Megatron featured articulation in each shoulder, and even included the macabre accessory that is Grimlock's severed beast mode head, as claimed by Megatron in "[[Everybody Hates Metroplex]]".
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===Medium Figure Series===
[[File:Kidrobot GI Joe Megatron medium.jpg|thumb|upright=1]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[November 14]], [[2017]])
:*''Accessories'': Grimlock's head
:This "art figure" of Megatron, released in the Medium Figure Series, followed the same design, now blown up to seven inches; some painted-on details of its smaller incarnation were now rendered as part of the sculpt. In addition to articulated shoulders, Megatron now also featured a turning head. Grimlock's severed head was also included as an accessory, and his Energon mace, previously molded in a static position, was now made with a linked chain.

:Unlike the rest of Kidrobot's ''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe'' line, the Medium Figure Series were sold in open-faced boxes.
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[[File:Kidrobot GI Joe Megatron medium exclusive.jpg|thumb|upright=1]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[November 14]], [[2017]])
:*''Accessories'': Grimlock's head
:Released at the same time as the standard version, this variant of Megatron was limited to 200 pieces and exclusive to the Kidrobot online store. Megatron is now decoed in a lighter grey, replacing most of his charcoal paint with purple. It's not a particularly comic accurate colour scheme—it could match the banquet scene in "[[Earth: R.I.P.]]" if you really squint—but then neither was [[Cobra Commander#kidrobotblack|Cobra Commander's exclusive variant]], so it's probably fine.
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===Vinyl Keychain Series===
[[File:Kidrobot GI Joe Megatron keychain.jpg|thumb|upright=1]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[December 1]], [[2017]])
:*''Rarity:'' 3 in 24
:Megatron was also released as part of the once again blindboxed Vinyl Keychain Series, now standing at about one to two inches. He included a keychain molded into his head and, due to his small scale, did not feature any articulation. Like the enamel pin, there's no Grimlock head in sight.
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==Threezero==
===Premium===
*'''Megatron - Classic Edition''' (<s>2017</s>)

:A Premium Scale Collectible Figure of Megatron was revealed by [[3A]] alongside their [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Threezero|Optimus Prime]], but never saw release.
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===DLX===
====''War for Cybertron Trilogy''====
*'''Megatron''' (DLX Scale, 2021)
**''Accessories:'' TBA
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===MDLX===
[[File:Threezero-MDLX-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright]]
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**''Known designers:'' Kelvin Sau
**''Accessories:'' one fusion cannon, one back-mounted cannon, three pairs of hands (closed, relaxed, pointing right & open left)
:[[Threezero]]'s third original MDLX figure, this version of Megatron is an original design taking inspiration from the original cartoon but with the aesthetics in the vein of the live-action movies. Megatron is a smaller scaled non-transforming action figure in the vein of contemporary collector-oriented lines like Figma and S.H. Figuarts. Like those lines, the figure is extremely well-articulated and detailed, features interchangeable hands and accessories, namely his fusion and back cannons. The three pairs of hands he comes with are closed fists, relaxed splayed-open hands, and a pointing right & open left hands. The fusion cannon barrel can either swap out for the back one or be combined together for maximum fusion.

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/mdlx-megatron/ More information on MDLX Megatron at Threezero]''
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[[File:MDLX-Megatron-Comic-Book-Edition-Proto.jpg|thumb|upright]]
*'''Megatron (Comic Book Edition)''' (2023)
**''Known designers:'' Kelvin Sau
**''Accessories:'' one fusion cannon, one back-mounted cannon, three pairs of hands (closed, relaxed, pointing right & open left)
:A redeco of the above MDLX figure in a deco inspired by his [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|appearance in the old Marvel comics]]. Accessories, functionality and the like are all otherwise identical. Furthering the homage, his package art is loosely based off of [[Power Play!|the cover for ''Power Play!'']].

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/mdlx-megatron-comic-book-edition/ More information on MDLX Megatron (Comic Book Edition) at Threezero]''
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[[File:Threezero-MDLX-Megatron-G2-promo.jpg|thumb|upright]]
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**''Known designers:'' Kelvin Sau
**''Accessories:'' one fusion cannon, one back-mounted cannon, three pairs of hands (closed, relaxed, pointing right & open left)

:Another redeco of Megatron in his [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'']] [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 2|attire]], neon camouflage and all. As such, all the aforementioned accessories and features carry over to this release.

:In a cute touch, his all of his product photos provided by Threezero are styled after the packaging of the G2 toyline.

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/mdlx-megatron-g2-universe/ More information on MDLX Megatron (G2 Universe) at Threezero]''
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*'''Megatron''' (2024)
**''Known designers:'' Kelvin Sau
**''Accessories:'' one fusion cannon, one back-mounted cannon, three pairs of hands (closed, relaxed, pointing right & open left)

:Yet another redeco of Megatron, this time in brighter colors to mimic the cel-shading of the original cartoon. All previous accessories and functionality carry over from before.

:Vintage Animation Edition Megatron, [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#MDLXVintage|Bumblebee]] and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#MDLXVintage|Optimus Prime]] were revealed in a [https://newsroom.hasbro.com/news-releases/news-release-details/40-years-one-legacy-hasbro-celebrates-transformers-40th press release] from Hasbro about the brand's 40th anniversary marketing bonanza, with pictures of the trio being unveiled a few weeks after. Threezero also announced these figures would make a limited debut at TFCon LA the following month, with a wide release sometime later in the spring.

::*''[https://www.threezerohk.com/product/mdlx-megatron-vintage-animation-edition/ More information on Megatron (Vintage Animation Edition) at Threezero]''
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==Bouncing Ball Heads==
[[File:BouncingBallHead Megatron.jpg|upright=1.22|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2017)
:"Bouncing Ball Head" Megatron is a small, super deformed figurine with a removable head that doubles as a bouncy ball. A Decepticon logo is tampographed on the back of his head and his name is written under his feet.

:He is (apparently) available in both gacha-style machines and in an 8-pack with the whole collection, and comes inside a spherical capsule with a unique light gray color.

:Despite clearly representing Generation 1 characters, the collection is advertised as a 2015 ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]'' product.
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==Imaginarium Art==
[[File:ImaginariumMegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"When we slip this credit card charge for a $1300 statue into the Autobots' account, the Autobots will be overdrawn forever!" "NOOOOOOO--!"]]
*'''Megatron''' (2018)
**''Accessories'': Energy flail

:[[Imaginarium Art]]'s Megatron statue stands 25 inches tall atop a base of [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]]'s dead body. The eyes and fusion cannon can light up. Only 500 were produced.
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*'''Megatron''' (2019)

:"Legacy of Cybertron" Megatron stands a mere 20 inches tall and is posed holding an energon cube above his head. The base of the statue can combine with others in the LoC series to produce a larger battle scene. 500 were produced.

*'''Starscream''' (2022)

:This 29-inch-tall statue is a [[BigBadToyStore]] exclusive, and features Starscream (with light-up eyes) standing on Megatron's deactivated head. Only 130 were produced.
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==McDonald's==
[[File:2018-McD-Authentics-Bumblebee-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.22|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (Happy Meal Toy, 2018)
:Released as part of the [[McDonald's]] June 2018 Happy Meal Toys along with [[My Little Pony]], this Megatron is a [[super deformed]] toy. He has a wind-up walking [[gimmick]].

:This toy was rereleased in the US as [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#McDonald's 2|Megatron]] for the ''[[Bumblebee (franchise)|Bumblebee]]'' promotion.
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==''Keshi Surprise''==
*'''Decepticons''' (2018)

:The ''[[Keshi Surprise]]'' series by [[Super7]] consisted of 1.75" soft rubber figures in a style deliberately resembling the 1980s [[Decoy]]s. These [[blind-packed]] figures were sold individually or in cases depicting only their faction. Megatron was available in red, orange, blue, and purple and included a foil trading sticker.
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==Transformers Trading Card Game==
[[File:W1MegatronDL.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron, Decepticon Leader''' (2018)
**'''Wave 1'''
**''Rarity: '''''CT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T26/T40'''
**''Stars: ''10
:Megatron, Decepticon Leader is one of forty double-sided character cards available in Wave 1 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]].

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[[File:W1MegatronLW.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron, Living Weapon''' (2018)
**'''Wave 1'''
**''Rarity: '''''RT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T27/T40'''
**''Stars: ''13
:Megatron, Living Weapon is one of forty double-sided character cards available in Wave 1 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]].

:The artwork for the card is reused from the ''[[Transformers Legends (mobile game)|Transformers Legends]]'' mobile game.
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[[File:W2Megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron, Arrogant Ruler''' (2019)
**'''Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners'''
**''Rarity: '''''CT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T29/T46'''
**''Stars: ''10
:Megatron, Arrogant Ruler is one of forty-six character cards released in Wave 2 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]], Rise of the Combiners.

:Line-art for both Bot and Alt Mode was drawn by [[Dan Khanna]]. The Alt Mode artwork is based on the [[Combiner Wars (franchise)|Combiner Wars]] Leader Class Megatron toy.

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*'''Megatron, Cybertronian Tyrant''' (2019)
**'''Wave 2S: Bumblebee vs. Megatron Starter Set'''
**''Rarity: '''''RT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T02/T04'''
**''Stars: ''7

:Megatron, Cybertronian Tyrant was released as part of the Transformers Trading Card Game's Bumblebee vs. Megatron Starter Set. The card was packaged alongside [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], Least Likely, Most Dangerous, [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], Decepticon Lieutenant, [[Windblade (G1)|Windblade]], Defender of Truth, and a 40 card ready-to-play deck of Battle Cards.

:The cards Alt Mode artwork is based on the [[Combiner Wars (franchise)|Combiner Wars]] Leader-Class Megatron toy. Line-art for both Alt and Bot Mode was drawn by [[Dan Khanna]].
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*'''General Megatron, Infantry-Leader''' (2019)
**'''Wave 3: War for Cybertron: Siege I'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T06/T48'''
**''Stars: ''13

:General Megatron, Infantry-Leader is one of forty-eight double-sided character cards available in Wave 3 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]], War for Cybertron: Siege I.

:The card's artwork is based on the ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' Voyager-class Megatron toy, with the Bot Mode artwork being reused from the toy's packaging art.
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[[File:W4LordMegatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Lord Megatron, Conqueror of Cybertron''' (2019)
**'''Wave 4: War for Cybertron: Siege II'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T08/T52'''
**''Stars: ''12

:Lord Megatron, Conqueror of Cybertron is one of 52 character cards released in Wave 4 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]], War for Cybertron: Siege II.

:The card's artwork is based on the ''Siege'' Megatron toy. The Alt Mode artwork is was drawn by [[Marcelo Matere]] with colors by [[Volta]]
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[[File:EEMegatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Megatron, Living Weapon''' (2019)
**'''Wave 1: Energon Edition'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T03/T06'''
**''Stars: ''13

:Released as part of the TCG's Wave 1: Energon Edition, this card is a reprint of Wave 1's Megatron, Living Weapon. Printed on semi-transparent plastic instead of a normal Character Card, this version features new art by [[Marcelo Matere]].
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*'''Megatron, Fallen Hero''' (2020)
**'''Wave 5: Titan Masters Attack'''
**''Rarity: '''''UT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T27/T46'''
**''Stars: ''11

:Megatron, Fallen Hero is one of forty-six double sided character cards released as part of Wave 5 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]], Titans Masters Attack. As a character with a body mode, Megatron begins the game with a Titan Master attached in head mode. Once Megatron is KO'd, said Titan Master is deployed.

:The card's artwork is based on the ''[[Titans Return (franchise)|Titans Return]]'' Megatron toy, with the body mode artwork being reused from the toy's packaging art and original alt mode artwork based on the toy's tank mode (line art by [[Ken Christiansen]]).

:This card's set was originally set for an April 2020 release, however due to the global COVID-19 pandemic the release was pushed back to May 29, 2020.

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==''Super Cyborg''==
[[File:SuperCyborgMegatron.jpg|right|thumb|"Megatron has a clear chestplate? I, STARSCREAM, AM NOW THE LEADER!"]]
*'''Megatron''' (2019)
**''Accessories'': Torso plate

:Produced by [[Super7]], ''Super Cyborg'' Megatron is an 11-inch-tall non-transforming figure with 7 points of articulation. Its main distinguishing feature is that the entire front of the robot torso is removable, exposing sculpted mechanical details within his body.

*'''Megatron (clear)''' (2019)
**''Accessories'': Torso plate

:The transparent plastic version of this figure was exclusive to [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2019.

*'''Megatron (Purple Grid)''' (2019)
**''Accessories'': Torso plate

:This [[New York Comic Con]] 2019 exclusive redeco features translucent purple to represent Megatron's reformatting in the animated movie.

*'''Good Bye Megatron''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': Torso plate

:This San Diego Comic-Con 2023 exclusive is a particularly deep cut, though a slightly misguided one. Meant to evoke the uncommon [[:File:G1toy gb megatron.jpg|"Good Bye" version of the original Megatron toy as released only in Japan]], it now features darker grey base plastic with new interior blue highlights. However, those blue highlights were ''not'' on the original "Good Bye Megatron" toy at all - they were only on its [[package art|box art]], which had been left over from the earlier standard release of the Japanese Megatron toy.

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==ReAction==
*'''Megatron''' (2020, 2024)

: Released in the first wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[ReAction]]'' Megatron is a non-converting 3 3/4-inch action figure based on his appearance in the original cartoon, with 5 points of articulation (swivel neck, shoulders, hips) and holes in his feet for use with some variety of stand. Where most ''ReAction'' figures come with a separate accessory, Megatron's [[fusion cannon]] is permanently affixed to his right arm.

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

: In late 2024, this figure was reissued with no obvious changes, now in a [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] box assortment (''see more on this below'').

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*'''Cyberchrome Megatron''' (2020)

: This version of Megatron features a shiny metallic paint job. Whee.

: This figure was a [[Target]] exclusive in the US, released alongside the "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#ReActionCyberchrome|Cyberchrome Optimus Prime]]" figure.

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*'''MC-12 GunRobo P-38''' (2020)

: As a special "[[Black Friday (event)|Black Friday]]" exclusive, ''ReAction'' Megatron got a [[black repaint]] meant to represent his [[Micro Change|pre-Transformer "GunRobo" body]]... albeit with a standard Decepticon symbol.

: This figure was only available through Super7's website.

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*'''Chrome Commander Megatron''' (2021)

: The second Target-exclusive Megatron figure has a deco based on the [[Megatron (G1)/toys#The Transformers|original 1984 Megatron toy]], featuring shiny metallic paint on the "chrome" parts, red inner boots and the "swirly" chestplate markings.

: This figure was released alongside the first "[[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#ReActionFallenTarget|Fallen Leader Optimus Prime]]" Target-exclusive figure. The gray one.

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*'''Megatron (Golden Lagoon)''' (2022)

: The third [[Target]]-exclusive Megatron figure, this one has a head-to-toe golden deco, depicting his appearance in "[[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|The Golden Lagoon]]".

: This figure was released alongside the similarly-decoed [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#ReActionGolden|"Golden Lagoon" Optimus Prime]] figure.

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*'''Fallen Evolution Megatron''' (2022)

: The ''fourth'' Target-exclusive version of Megatron, this version is done in translucent purple plastic to represent the beginning of his reformatting scan in the ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''.

: This figure was released alongside the thematically-similar full-color/open-chest [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#ReActionFallenTargetColor|"Fallen Leader" Optimus Prime]] figure.
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*'''Transformers''' (2024)

: Several of the wave 1 ''ReAction'' figures were reissued in 2024 in [[blindpacking|blind box]] packaging. The only new figure in the assortment was a [[chase figure]] of Megatron now cast in translucent pink.

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*'''Ark Base''' (Playset, 2024)

: The ''ReAction'' Ark Base playset included a Megatron figure seemingly identical to the very first release listed above.
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==Flame Toys==
===Furai Model===
[[File:FlameToys-FuraiModel-06-MegatronIDW.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron (IDW Autobot ver.)''' (July [[2019]])
**''Number:'' '''06'''
** Accessories: 2 sets of alternative hands
:''Furai Model'' Megatron is a highly articulated snap-together model kit (no glue required!) by [[Flame Toys]], based on the [[:File:RageRage-Megatronappears.jpg|IDW Autobot design]] by Alex Milne, as seen in ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''. Molded in PS and ABS plastic with polycaps for the joints, Megatron features a number of stickers for detailing but doesn't require much in the way of paint for a complete look, being molded in all the appropriate colors straight out of the box. The finished kit is Voyager-sized in height.

:If one chooses, the kit can be panel-lined and touched-up with several panel-lining and paint markers (water/acrylic-based markers are recommended, as alcohol-based markers like ''Gundam Markers'' can potentially damage the ABS plastic). If one desires; the kit's pieces, aside from the translucent parts, can be fully coated with spray paints to recreate the finished sample seen in the stock photos.
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*'''Megatron (IDW Decepticon ver.)''' (May [[2020]])
**''Number:'' '''14'''
** Accessories: 2 sets of alternative hands
:A redeco/retool of Megatron (IDW Autobot ver.). The key differences are a Decepticon insignia sticker and a slightly more dour face sculpt. Well, that's about it.
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*'''Megatron (G1 ver.)''' (December [[2024]])
** Accessories: 2 additional pairs of alternative hands, 1 pair of forearm covers

:A third snap-together model kit by [[Flame Toys]] of Megatron, based on his appearance in the G1 cartoon. Aside from his hands, Megatron also comes with a pair of forearm cover panels that allow him to be displayed without the Fusion Cannon, or mount onto the left arm.

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===Kuro Kara Kuri===
[[File:FlameToys-KuroKaraKuri-05-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (January, 2021)
**''Number:'' '''05'''
**''Accessories:'' 2 faces, 3 rifles, weapon case (exclusive), roaring face (exclusive)
**''Sculptor'': Yuki Onoda
**''Painting by'': Decomas Lab (Hiroyuki Hirose)

:Released by [[Flame Toys]] as part of their Kuro Kara Kuri line, A high-end non-transforming figure based on the [[:File:IDWongoing15 megatrons new body.jpg|IDW stealth bomber design]] by Don Figueroa featuring die-cast parts and 7 LEDs. He comes with two interchangeable faces and three different rifles which combine into one long rifle. If purchased via D4toys.com, SEN-TI-DEN Hong Kong, or events attended by Flame Toys, he also includes a weapons case and additional roaring face.
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==Daiki Kougyou==
[[File:Daiki-Kougyou-Megatron-Water-Gun.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Raining Pain.]]
*'''Megatron Water Gun''' (2021)
**''Accessories'': Silencer, stock, telescopic sight

:Manufactured by Daiki Kougyou, this Megatron water gun (yes, really) is based on his show-accurate pistol alt-mode, complete with silencer and stock. The prototype is sculpted by ''Model Works Grenade''. The gun's size is slightly larger than the original G1 toy. Unlike the said toy, the gun's muzzle must be removed first to attach the silencer.

:Megatron was available as a limited order item, where Japanese customers had until November 27, 2020 to reserve their copy. The item was shipped for buyers on February 2, 2021.

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==''R.E.D. [Robot Enhanced Design]''==
[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2020)
**''Accessories'': Fusion Cannon, Energon Mace, 4 additional hands
{{toydesigner|[[Emiliano Santalucia]] (concept artist)}}

:Released as part of the first wave of the ''[[Transformers R.E.D.]]'' line, Megatron is a non-transforming 6-inch action figure akin to the ones from Hasbro's ''[[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] Legends'' and ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]] The Black Series'' lines. He features 23 points of articulation and extensive paint operations for [[show-accuracy]].

:Megatron comes with a whopping ''five'' interchangeable left hands: a closed fist, a hand to hold weapons or accessories (not included), a pointing hand, an open hand for gesturing, and a hand permanently molded to an [[Energon cube]]. His right fist is also removable; both wrists are compatible with his [[Energon mace]] accessory. His Fusion Cannon however cannot be removed from his right forearm.

:Unfortunately, Megatron's harder, unpaintable joints are prone to photodegradation.

:As with all ''R.E.D.'' toys, Megatron was a Walmart exclusive in Canada and the United States, and was later made available on [[Hasbro Pulse]] in limited quantities.

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[[File:TF-R.E.D.-Reformatting-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The perfect companion to your "[[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron Trilogy|Behold, Galvatron!]]"]]
*'''Reformatting Megatron''' (2021)
**''Accessories'': Fusion Cannon, Energon Mace, 4 additional hands

:The fourth wave of ''R.E.D.'' saw a redeco of Megatron, now cast mostly in translucent purple plastics and with a gridline deco to represent his [[reformatting]] into [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]] by [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. He retains all of his previous points of articulation and accessories.

:Like his previous ''R.E.D.'' toy, Megatron was a Walmart exclusive, with limited quantities available on Hasbro Pulse.

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[[File:RED-Shockwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Shockwave''' (2022)

:The [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#R.E.D. .5BRobot Enhanced Design.5D|Shockwave]] figure included in the sixth wave of ''R.E.D.'' includes a handheld accessory of Megatron in pistol mode, complete with scope, silencer, and stock. Shockwave also comes with a pair of [[Fire Blast effect]]s that are compatible with this Megatron.
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==Jada Toys==
===''Metalfigs''===
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*'''Diorama Scene''' (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure 4-pack, 2020)
**''Accessories'': Display backdrop
:Released by [[Jada Toys]], a static die-cast figurine of Megatron measuring approximately 2 3/4 inches tall is available as part of a "Diorama Scene" 4-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#DioramaScene|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#DioramaScene|Bumblebee]] and [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Jada Toys|Starscream]].

:The packaging backdrop can be used as an additional display piece for the set.

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[[File:JadaMetalfigsG1Megatron.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (4" Die Cast Figure, <s>2021</s>)
**''Accessories'': Fusion cannon, Energon mace
:''Metalfigs'' Megatron is a 4 inches tall non-transforming super deformed die-cast figure with three points of articulation and light-up eyes. He comes with his signature fusion cannon and Energon mace weapons as accessories.

:Originally scheduled for a July 2021 release, it ended up being silently canceled.
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*'''Optimus Prime / Bumblebee / Optimus Primal / Megatron''' (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure 4-pack, 2022)
:This static Megatron figurine is directly designed after the unreleased 4" figure above, but measures half the size and lacks the accessories. He is available in a 4-pack alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Metalfigs4pack|Bumblebee]] and [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Metalfigs|Optimus Primal]].

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*'''Megatron''' (2 3/4" Die Cast Figure, 2023)
:The same super deformed Megatron from the 4-pack above is also available in individual packaging.

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===''Nano Metalfigs''===
[[File:JadaNanoMetalfigsG1-18pack.jpg|upright=1.44|thumb]]
*'''Transformers Series 1 18-pack''' (4cm Die Cast Figure Multipack, 2022)
:''Nano Metalfigs'' Series 1 Megatron is an incredibly small die-cast figurine molded doing an action pose. He has a little base attached to his feet for balancing reasons.

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

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

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==Figural Bag Clip==
[[File:FiguralBagClip Megatron.jpg|upright=1.22|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2020)
:Released by [[Monogram]], this 2.5" 3D foam bag clip takes the form of a chibi evergreen Megatron.

:It was available only as part of a [[Blindpacking|mystery blind bag]] collection.
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*'''Megatron''' (2021)
:A non-articulated, non-transforming 3" figure of Megatron with an attached clip, also released by Monogram.

:Unlike the previous year's release it was sold on a standard cardback.

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==''Pop!''==
[[File:Funko Pop Megatron G1.jpg|thumb|upright=1.44]]
*'''Megatron''' (2021)
**''ID number:'' '''24'''

:Released as part of the ''Pop! Retro Toys'' segment, [[Funko Pop!|Funko]]'s ''Pop!'' Megatron is a super deformed vinyl figure based on his original Generation 1 toy, though the head is much more cartoon-accurate.

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[[File:Funko Pop Mystery Box Megatron Duke GI Joe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.44]]
*'''Funko Mystery Box: Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''' (Giftset, 2021)
**''ID number:'' '''45'''

:Available only as part of a GameStop exclusive giftset, this retooled Megatron comes with his Energon mace attached to his right arm instead of his fusion cannon and comes [[Blindpacking|blindpacked]] inside a ''Transformers vs. [[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]''-themed lunch box alongside a ''Pop!'' [[Duke (G.I. Joe)#Pop!|Duke]] figure, a ''G.I. Joe'' logo decal, an Autobot logo keychain, and a set of four pins of Megatron, Duke, [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Pop!|Optimus Prime ]] and [[Cobra Commander#Pop!|Cobra Commander]].

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[[File:Funko Pocket Pop Keychain Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.11]]
*'''Megatron''' (Pocket ''Pop!'' Keychain, 2021)

:A smaller version of the regular ''Pop!'' Megatron with a keychain attached to his head.

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*'''Megatron''' ([[Funko Pop!#Digital Pop! NFTs|Digital ''Pop!'']], 2022)
**''Rarity:''
***''Monochrome:'' '''Common'''
***''Static:'' '''Common'''
***''Glowing:'' '''Uncommon'''
***''Chrome:'' '''Rare'''
***''Original:'' '''Epic'''
:{{W|Non-fungible token|NFT}}s depicting Megatron in the Funko style. Megatron also appears in gun mode in all of [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Digital Pop!|Starscream's NFTs]].
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[[File:Funko-Pop-Pin-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.44]]
*'''Megatron''' (''Pop!'' Pin, 2022)
**''ID number:'' '''15'''
**''Accessories:'' Display stand
:A metallic enamel pin based on Megatron's vinyl figure measuring 4-inches tall, approximately the same as a regular vinyl.

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*'''Freddy Funko as Megatron''' (2023)
**''ID number:'' '''SE'''

:Exclusive to a Funko-oriented event called Fundays 2023, this regular-sized vinyl figure portrays [[Freddy Funko]] cosplaying as Megatron. The body of this figure is the same as the regular Megatron, while the head has been modified to incorporate Freddy's face. This figure features a metallic finish and was limited to 500 pieces.

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*'''Megatron''' (2024)
**''ID number:'' '''132'''

:Released in celebration of the 40 years of the franchise, this regular sized ''Pop! Retro Toys'' Megatron is a similar mold to the original release, but is doing a different pose.

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*'''Optimus Prime & Megatron''' (2-pack, 2024)

:A Hot Topic exclusive release of the 40th anniversary [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Pop40Years2Pack|Optimus Prime]] and Megatron vinyls with a metallic finish to their paintings.
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==Modern Icons==
[[File:Modern_Icons_Megatron_helmet.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.66|We'll let this image speak for itself.]]
*'''Megatron Modern Icons Replica Helmet''' (December 27, 2021)
:A collaboration between Hasbro and statue and replica brand Modern Icons, this is a wearable helmet for adult collectors, based on Megatron's head. It features light-up eyes and authentic sounds and phrases.

:Originally due for release on August 13, 2021, the Megatron helmet was delayed until December 27 (as was [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Modern Icons|its Optimus Prime counterpart]]). The helmet is a GameStop exclusive in the United States.
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==''Zōteki''==
[[File:ZOTEKI-025-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[2021]])
**''ID number'': '''025'''

:A collaboration between [[Hasbro]] and statue/replica brand [[Jazware]], ''[[The Transformers (franchise)|The Transformers]]'' was added as a part of the ''[[Zōteki]]'' line alongside other iconic brands such as [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]], to recreate some of the main "Generation 1" characters. The 25th figure of the ''Zōteki'' line; Megatron wields his iconic [[Fusion cannon]].

:Each statue of the line features a connection point for it to be connected to the others, in order to form a battle scene.
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==Eaglemoss==
[[File:EaglemossChess Megatron.jpg|upright=1.11|thumb]]
* '''Transformers Gen-1 Chess Set''' (<s>2021</s>)
:In the planned [[Chess#Eaglemoss|Transformers Chess Set]] by [[Eaglemoss]], a relatively large and very well detailed statue of Megatron was slated to be the standard King piece on the Decepticon side.

:A Kickstarter campaign to raise the necessary funds for this project was launched, but failed to meet its goal by September 24, 2021 and the whole thing was canceled.
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==e-HOBBY==

===''Transformers Character Card''===
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[[File:Transformers Character Card G1 Optimus and Megatron.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Convoy & Megatron Set''' ([[January 25]], [[2022]])
**''ID number:'' '''01 & 02'''
{{toydesigner|[[Shin Sasaki]] (illustration)}}

:Released as part of the first wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (with [[Roller (G1)|Roller]]) and Megatron (with [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]] and [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]]) along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#02 |Translation of G1 Megatron's Transformers Character Card]]''
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[[File:Transformers Character Card G2 Optimus and Megatron.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Battle Convoy & Megatron Set''' ([[March 14]], 2022)
**''ID number:'' '''11 & 12'''

:Released as part of the second wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of Optimus Prime and Megatron in their ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)|Generation 2]]'' bodies along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]]. Megatron is specifically depicted as the [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Hero|Hero Megatron]] toy.
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#12 |Translation of G2 Megatron's Transformers Character Card]]''
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Megatron Black and Convoy Black.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Transformers Card Binder (includes 2 special cards)''' ([[November 1]], 2022)
**''ID number:'' '''EX'''

:Released as something of a finale to the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this binder intended to contain the entire [[Transformers Character Card]] series is packed with a pair of holographic trading cards depicting super-deformed art of Optimus Prime and Megatron in the forms of their first e-HOBBY exclusive toys along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]]. Megatron is specifically depicted as ''the'' first e-HOBBY exclusive toy, ''[[The Transformers: Collector's Edition|Collector's Edition]]'' "[[Megatron (G1)/toys#Collector's Edition|Megatron Black Version]]."
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#EXM |Translation of Megatron Black Version's Transformers Character Card]]''
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[[File:Transformers Character Card Action Master Megatron and OP.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Convoy (Action Master) & Megatron (Action Master) Set''' ([[December 28]], [[2024]])
**''ID number:'' '''93 & 94'''

:Released as part of the thirteenth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of Optimus Prime (with [[Armored Convoy]]) and Megatron (with [[Neutro-Fusion Tank]]) in their [[Action Master]] forms along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#94|Translation of Action Master Megatron's Transformers Character Card]]''

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[[File:Transformers Character Card Unicron and Decepticons.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Destron Army and Unicron Set''' (December 28, 2024)
**''ID number:'' '''99 & 100'''

:Released as part of the thirteenth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of the Generation 1 [[Decepticon]]s (as represented by Megatron, [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]], [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]], [[Stranglehold]], and [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]]) and [[Unicron]] along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#99|Translation of the Decepticons' Transformers Character Card]]''

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===Acrylic keychain series===
[[File:E-Hobby Megatron and Starscream keychains.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Megatron & Starscream''' ([[October]], [[2022]])

:Released as part of the first wave of an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive series, this pair of keychains depicts character art and assets re-used from Megatron and [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream's]] [[The Transformers: Masterpiece|''Masterpiece'']] releases, namely [[Megatron (G1)/toys#MP36|MP-36 Megatron]] and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#MP52|MP-52 Starscream Ver. 2.0]] respectively.

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==ULTIMATES!==
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': Regular head, control helmet head, Energon-drinking head, antimatter chest, laser sword, blaster, Kremzeek, 6 hands, hand with Energon cube, chemical flask, [[Pearl of Bahoudin]], 2 energy maces

: Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers ULTIMATES!]]'' from [[Super7]], Megatron is an 8-inch-tall non-transforming figure. Despite his retro look, he has ''way'' more articulation than the original, including multi-directional joints at the neck, shoulders, wrists, hips, and ankles; plus swivel biceps, elbows, knees, and a bit of ab crunch. He even has an opening chest with pictures of antimatter cubes behind it, as seen in the end of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]] episode "[[Roll for It]]". His hands pop out at the wrists so they can be replaced with his additional spare hands or other accessories.

: Among said accessories are some that have by now been included frequently with Megatron figures, such as his energy mace (here provided with both straight and curved chain versions), the blaster and laser sword from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', as well as [[Kremzeek]]. More innovative accessories include an alternate head with the control helmet from "[[Prime Target (episode)|Prime Target]]", a half-empty energon cube and drunkenly-grinning alternate head meant to represent the drinking scene in "[[Microbots]]", the Pearl of Bahoudin from "[[Trans-Europe Express]]", and the chemical flask that Megatron is shown throwing at [[Gregory Swofford]] in "[[The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1]]" (deep cut!).

: Preorders for Megatron (and the rest of Wave 2) opened on [[July 29]] 2021, and closed on [[August 27]], with the toys slated for shipping in summer 2022... a vague date Super7 missed by a full year.

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*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': Sword, fusion cannon (toy), fusion cannon (comic), gun (toy), 2 guns (comic), alternate head (toy), alternate head (comic), alternate head (G1 design), 2 fists, 2 sword-holding hands, 2 gun-holding hands, 2 trigger hands, bullet bandolier

: The second ULTIMATES! Megatron figure, released in the line's third wave, depicts him in his ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)| Generation 2]]'' tank body. Aside from the toy-accurate tank-cannon and handgun and standard suite of alternate hands, he comes with a number of accessories and alternate parts based on his appearances in the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)|''Generation 2'' comic]]: a "G1"-styled alternate head and purple "G1" fusion cannon (as he was almost invariably drawn with those rather than a toy-accurate head and cannon), a screaming blue-faced version of the "G1" head to replicate [[:File:Final_Transformations_Megatron_kills_Override.jpg|the panel]] where he kills [[Override (G1)|Override]] from [[Final Transformations|''G.I. Joe'' #142]], the massive gun he holds on the cover of [[All or Nothing!|issue #2]], his sword from the cover of [[Escalation!|issue #8]], the pistol he used in the "Because I'm an '''idiot''', that's why!" panel from [[Total War!|issue #10]], and a bullet bandolier because why not.

: Preorders for G2 Megatron (and the rest of Wave 3) opened on [[December 1]], 2021, with the toys projected to ship in fall 2022... and ''actually'' shipping in November 202''3''.

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*'''Starscream''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': 2 arm cannons, 2 alternate heads, 2 fists, 2 gripping hands, open palm right hand, grasping left hand, claw, energon cube, Megatron gun, blaster rifle

: The wave-4 non-ghost ''ULTIMATES!'' [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#ULTIMATES!|Starscream]] includes multiple accessories, among them a Megatron in classic gun mode.

: Preorders opened on [[June 8]] 2022, with toys purportedly shipping the following May.

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*'''Reformatting Megatron (2023)
**''Accessories'': Normal reformatting head, damaged reformatting head, 2 fists, 2 open hands, 2 trigger hands, 2 expressive hands

: This version of ''ULTIMATES!'' Megatron depicts him during his reformatting scan in [[The Transformers: The Movie|the animated movie]], now in purple plastic with extensive wireframe deco. He has an alternate head depicting its battle-damaged appearance while still being in purple "scan" mode - an appearance Megatron never actually had in the film.

: He comes with a ''lot'' fewer accessories than most other figures in the line. Granted, the sequence in question was not exactly one where he really had any, but still.

:Preorders were open until [[January 13]], 2023, with the toys purportedly shipping the following Fall, which turned out to mean March 2024.
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:*''Accessories'': Fusion cannon

: The original ''ULTIMATES!'' Megatron was repackaged as a "Transformers Deluxe" figure, physically identical to the first release but now lacking all accessories except the fusion cannon. Its new packaging resembles a VHS clamshell box; specifically, the colors and trade dress strongly resemble the [[Video Gems]] tapes, while the character artwork and subtitle are taken directly from the [[The Original Transformers|Kid Rhino]] tapes.
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==Nendoroid==
[[File:Nendoroid G1 Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Gokuuuu!]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[2022]])
**''Nendoroid ID Number'': '''1793'''
**''Accessories'': Angry face plate

:The second ''G1''-styled [[Nendoroid]] release after his arch-nemesis Optimus, Megatron is a [[super deformed]] fusion of cute and evil. Mostly the latter.

:Megatron comes with an optional "angry face" accessory to replace his regular facial expression, can interchange body parts with compatible figures, and is well-articulated despite his small size.

:Unusually for a Nendoroid figure, this sculpt is produced by Toyhouse with Nendoron's supervision.

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==''Minimates''==
*'''Megatron''' (Series 2, 2022)
**''Accessories'': Fusion cannon, energy mace, stand

:Part of the second wave of Transformers [[Minimates]] from [[Diamond Select Toys|Diamond Select]], this Megatron is a 2-inch-tall figurine featuring metallic paint, 12-14 points of articulation, and accessories and body parts interchangeable with other Minimates. Due to their small size, all 4 figures in each series are sold in the same blister card.

*'''VHS Minimates Box Set''' (2022)

:''Minimates'' Megatron was rereleased as part of a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2022 exclusive 4-pack, featuring more cartoon-accurate matte painted deco. The packaging for this set resembles a [[Family Home Entertainment]] VHS tape. Only 2500 of this set were produced.
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==Icon Heroes==
*'''Megatron X Soundwave Retro Pin Set''' (2022)
: A hard enamel pin based on Megatron's original G1 package art made by Icon Heroes. It comes carded with a [[Soundwave (G1)/merchandise#Icon Heroes|Soundwave]] pin.
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==''Ultimetal''==
[[File:UltimetalMegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Four million years later, it finally came out.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2022)
**''ID number:'' '''UM-03'''
**''Accessories:''

: ''Ultimetal'' Megatron is a large non-transforming figure produced by [[Art Storm]], standing at an impressive 17" and made from extensive [[die-cast]] metal. The figure is highly articulated and features [[LED]]s on the eyes and fusion cannon. Its most conspicuous features are the numerous magnetically attached armor panels that, when removed, reveal Megatron's internal anatomy, including functional pistons. It is also the first Transformers-related item ever released to include voice clips from [[Frank Welker]].

: This piece was first solicited in 2014 but suffered multiple delays, only at last being released in June 2022.
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==Kotobukiya Bishoujo Series==
[[File:Bishoujo-Series-Megatron.jpg|thumb|Applications to join the Decepticons have since ''skyrocketed''.]]
*'''Bishoujo Series Transformers Megatron''' (February 2023)
**''Known designers:'' [[Shunya Yamashita]] (artist)
:''[[Kotobukiya]] [[Bishoujo Series]]'' Megatron is a 1/7 scale PVC figure that reimagines the Decepticon leader as a cute anime girl (formally termed as a ''{{w|Bishōjo}}''). This version of the character translates various elements of the robot design into fashion and style choices, such as her haircut being roughly shaped like Megatron's helmet, as well as converting the fusion cannon into an ''enormous'' handheld weapon. The figure is attached to a purple display base designed after the Decepticon insignia.

:A Deluxe Edition release also included a B5 sized acrylic board for display, featuring Yamashita's original artwork of the character.
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==Transformers: Kindergarten Series==
[[File:Kindergarten-MegatronG1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He can't transform until he turns 18.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
:A childlike nontransformable figurine of Megatron was available as part of ''[[Transformers: Kindergarten Series]]'', a crowdfunded [[Blindpacking|blindpackaged]] toyline available exclusively in China. Megatron's figure was one of the commonly-occurring characters, and depicted him cradling a [[Kremzeek]] and holding an [[Energon]] drink. The figurine included a translucent plastic stand and a small character card.

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==Super Shogun==
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**''Accessories'':

:Produced by [[Super7]], this giant-sized representation of Megatron is supposed to harken back to the 1970s ''{{w|Shogun Warriors}}'' franchise. Megatron stands 24" tall and is made of hollow vinyl, with 3 points of articulation and wheels on his feet.
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==''Magic: The Gathering''==
[[File:MTG-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
*'''Megatron, Tyrant / Megatron, Destructive Force''' (2022)
**''ID number:'' '''012/015'''
**''Set code:'' '''BOT'''
**''Color identity:'' '''Red/White/Black'''
**''Casting cost:'' '''{3}{R}{W}{B}''' (front), '''{1}{R}{W}{B}''' (back)

:"Megatron, Tyrant" is part of the 2022 ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'' ''[[wikia:mtg:Universes Beyond|Universes Beyond]]'' ''[[wikia:mtg:Transformers|Transformers]]'' card set, found in Set Booster and Collector Booster packs of ''Magic''<nowiki>'s</nowiki> ''[[wikia:mtg:The Brothers' War|The Brothers' War]]'' set. It can be reversed to become "Megatron, Destructive Force", representing Megatron in vehicle mode.
:A variant of this card was available solely in Collector Booster packs, depicting [[Megatron (SG)#Magic: The Gathering|''Shattered Glass'' Megatron]].
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[[File:MTG-SLD-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''But O, Phyrexia With your blood still warm on the ground'']]
*'''Megatron''' ''(Blightsteel Colossus)'' (2022)
**''ID number:'' '''1079'''
**''Set code:'' '''SLD'''
**''Color identity:'' '''Colorless'''
**''Casting cost:'' '''{12}'''

:"Megatron" is part of the ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'' card pack ''Transformers: Optimus Prime vs. Megatron'', part of the ''[[wikia:mtg:Secret Lair|Secret Lair Drop Series]]'' ''[[wikia:mtg:Secret Lair Drop Series: December Superdrop 2022|December Superdrop 2022]]'' set. It was available exclusively from [https://secretlair.wizards.com secretlair.wizards.com] from [[December 5]], [[2022]] through [[January 6]], [[2023]].
:Megatron is a [[wikia:mtg:Skinned card|reskin]] of the existing ''Magic'' card [https://scryfall.com/card/2xm/235/blightsteel-colossus Blightsteel Colossus], using the same rules and counting as it for all gameplay purposes. Similar to his [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#MTGSLD|eternal rival]], Megatron is both powerful and nigh-indestructible, with a very high casting cost—but at the cost of one extra mana compared to Optimus, Megatron has the incredibly potent [[wikia:mtg:infect|infect]] mechanic, which combines with his power of 11 to let him kill a player in ''one hit'' if he isn't blocked. While the card has printing on both faces, depicting Megatron in robot mode and vehicle mode respectively, both have the same printed abilities and count as a single card for rules purposes—just choose which side you want to display when he enters the battlefield.
: The ''Optimus Prime vs. Megatron'' set also includes [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#MTGSLD|Optimus Prime]], [[AllSpark#Magic: The Gathering|The AllSpark]], and the bonus card [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]].

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==XM Studios==
*'''Starscream''' (2022)

:[[XM Studios]]' statue of Starscream is 32" tall, made of hand-painted porcelain. Starscream has different head and arm sculpts to allow owners to pose him in his "coronation" regalia and also holding a gun-mode Megatron. The set also includes a sculpted representation of Starscream's jet mode that can be displayed next to the robot.

:350 pieces were produced, with a suggested price of about $1,500 US.

*'''Soundwave''' (2022)

:Gun-mode Megatron was also one of the alternate hand-weapon options for the XM Studios statue of Soundwave.

*'''Megatron''' (2022)

:This painted porcelain Megatron statue stands 26" tall, and features alternate heads to provide different facial expressions and multiple arms for choices in posing. His accessories include not just the expected spiked flail but also a cross-continuity visitor, the [[Dark Star Saber]]. The set also includes a sculpted representation of Megatron's gun mode to be displayed next to the robot.

:258 pieces were produced, with a suggested price of about $1,600 US.

*'''Megatron Bust''' (2023)
[[File:XMStudiosMegatronBust.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Unicron/toys#Haslab|HasLab Unicron]] was for casuals!]]
:Just look at it. LOOK at it. It's a ''4-foot-tall'' bust of Megatron. 150 were made with a suggested retail of $4,000.
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==''Transformers × Mini World''==
[[File:MiniWorldMegatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': Transforming base, gun, sword, machine part, crane arm, 2 connectors

:''[[Transformers × Mini World]]'' Megatron is a tie-in to the popular [[China|Chinese]] game ''[[Mini World]]''. It comes with a display base with rolling wheels that can fold up into a cube-shaped thing that is a very rough interpretation of a tank. The figure can transform into a storage mode and store fully inside the cube, or you can remove the head and replace it with the folded up cube. The unfurled base mode has some machinery inside, as well as a weapons rack to store the included gun and sword accessories.

:Each set includes [[Build a Figure]]-like machinery components which can be combined with parts from other sets to make new structures.

:It is exclusively available at TMall, a subsidiary of Alibaba. This figure was released both individually and as part of a giftset with the rest of the "Mini World" Transformers.
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==Fools Paradise==
[[File:LOWFOOL League of Steel Megatron.jpeg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]
*'''Megatron''' (2023)
**''Accessories'': Football

:Part of a collaboration between Hasbro and [[Hong Kong]]-based online store ZCWO, Megatron joins the "League of Steel" subline of [[Fools Paradise]]'s LOWFOOL range, rendered as a hulking American football player alongside similar vinyl statues of [[Evangelion]]s and {{w|Gundam}}s. He is depicted as a human man wearing heavily Megatron-inspired body armour and sports equipment, including a colour coordinated football, and is designed with the characteristic LOWFOOL facial features of a strong brow, squinting eyes, and moustache.

:Preorders for Megatron opened in September 2023, with a projected release date of December.
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==McFarlane Toys==
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*'''Optimus Prime and Megatron''' (2024)
: ''[[Page Punchers]]'' Megatron is 3-inch non-transformable action figure based on his [[:File:RageRage-Megatronappears.jpg|IDW Autobot design]] by [[Alex Milne]], though sporting a Decepticon insignia rather than an Autobot one.

: He comes in a two-pack with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#PAGEPUNCH|Optimus Prime]], packaged with [[New Cybertron Part 1: To Walk Among the Chosen|''Optimus Prime'' #1]] and [[Dissolution Part 6: This Machine Kills Fascists|''Lost Light'' #6]].

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==Yolopark==
===AMK Pro===
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[[File:YoloparkAMKProMegatron.jpeg|thumb|250px]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (2023)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Stand, [[Fusion cannon]], [[Energon mace]], Laser Sword, [[Key to Vector Sigma]], Laser Pistol, 2 alternate faces, alternate chest

:Released as the first figure Yolopark's AMK Pro line, Megatron comes in pre-assembled modules as opposed to traditional model kit runners. This allows him to be assembled quickly and easily without tools. Unlike Yolopark's regular AMK line, the AMK Pro line features diecast parts and light-up features. In Megatron's case, his eyes will light up when tapping his head with a magnet and his Fusion cannon will light up with the press of a button. His eyes require 1 CR927 battery and his fusion cannon requires 3 AG1 batteries, neither of which are included.

:The figure was originally part of a Kickstarter campaign before reaching full release later in the year. Curiously, the prototype pictured at the time and even early review copies sent out had a different head sculpt which was refined for the final product. An "angry" alternate face was also swapped out in favor of a more detailed "neutral" face.

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[[File:TF-Yolopark-AMK-Pro-20cm-Megatron-(Hasbro-Edition).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Hasbro Edition, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': [[Fusion cannon]], [[Energon mace]], Laser Sword, Laser Pistol, Stand with Ark Backdrop

:The AMK Pro Megatron kit is re-released under the "Hasbro Edition" branding. In this release, the diecast parts have been replaced with plastic, while the light-up feature, alternate faceplate, chest accessories, and Key to Vector Sigma are no longer included. In addition, Megatron's display stand also comes with an additional Ark backdrop for the arm unit. Unlike the similarly-released Optimus, Megatron features painted red eyes.

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[[File:TF-Yolopark-AMK-Pro-20cm-Optimus-Prime-and-Megatron-Combo-Set-(Hasbro-Edition).jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Megatron and Optimus Prime Combo Set''' (2024)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': [[Ion blaster]], [[Energon-axe]], [[Matrix of Leadership]], Energy Mace, Light Sword, Laser Pistol, Two display stands (Teletraan-1 Backdrop, Ark Backdrop)

:The "Hasbro Edition" of the AMK Pro Megatron kit is also sold as a two-pack with the same line's Optimus Prime. The 2-pack also comes with a unique pin.

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===AMK Mini Series===
[[File:TF-Yolopark-AMK-Mini-Series-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (2024)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': 2 additional pairs of hands (Splayed, Pointing)

:The ''AMK Mini Series'' Megatron is a smaller version of the character and features swappable hand parts. While he already had his fusion cannon, Megatron's default fists/item-holding hands still can accommodate some of the weapons from the same line.

:Note that the connection between the waist peg and the torso can feel slightly too tight, which gives the impression that it ''might'' potentially break when turned. If anyone is concerned, you can lightly sand the peg to alleviate the issue.

:Megatron is sold as either an individually marked single, a 2-pack with the same line's Optimus Prime in a single box, or as a blind box figure.

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==''Beyblade X''==
[[File:Beyblade_X_Transformers_Megatron.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Optimus Prime and Megatron Multipack Set''' (2024)

:'''Megatron 4-80B''' consists of three pieces that can be interchanged with those of [[Beyblade#BEYBLADE_X|other ''Beyblade X'' tops]]; an attacking '''Blade''' primarily made of metal, a '''Ratchet''' that locks parts together and determines height, and a '''Bit''' that touches the ground and determines movement.

:The "Megatron" Blade features a picture of Megatron on its central Gear Chip and is largely a retool of the mainline ''Beyblade X'' Blade "Scythe Incendio", sporting a largely similar metal section with Megatron-themed details and an unaltered plastic underframe. The "4-80" Ratchet and "B" ("Ball") Bit of this Beyblade are recolored parts from other ''Beyblade X'' tops.

:While the completed Beyblade is labeled as Stamina Type, the "Megatron" Blade is individually labeled on the back of the packaging as Balance Type, due to being a retool of the Balance Type Blade "Scythe Incendio".

:Megatron 4-80B was only available in a two-pack with [[Optimus_Prime_(G1)/merchandise#Beyblade_X|Optimus Prime 4-60P]] as an Amazon exclusive. Like other Collab Beyblades, scanning the QR code on the underside of the Blade will award the player with 1500 Season Track points, but will not unlock the Beyblade for use in the game.

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==''Hot Wheels''==
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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Skate, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Finger sneakers
:Part of the ''[[Hot Wheels]] Skate'' subset made by [[Mattel]], this is a Megatron-themed finger skateboard that comes with a pair of purple finger sneakers. The shape and packaging use Dreamwave-era artwork of Megatron.

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==''Authentics''==
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[[File:Authentics Cyber Battlers Megatron.jpeg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Cybertron Battlers Megatron''' ([[2022]])
:Released in the ''Cybertron Battlers'' subline of ''Authentics'', this vinyl figure is a non-transforming, 5.5 inch rendition of Megatron in his evergreen design with limited points of articulation. In tradition, he has his trademark fusion cannon molded into his right arm.

:He comes packaged either individually with a tag, or in twos in a box together with [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Authentics|Bumblebee]] and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Authentics|Optimus Prime]].
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===Squeezelings===
*'''Megatron''' (Series 1, 2022)
:''[[Squeezelings]]'' Megatron is a [[super deformed]], non-posable figure made of soft plastic, released by [[Forever Clever]]. He was released in [[blindpacking|blind bags]] and in boxed giftsets. One of these sets included a 'Blackout Color Mode' redeco.

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*'''Blackout Color Mode Megatron''' (2022)
:A [[black redeco]] of the previous Megatron figure. It was exclusive to an 8-figure gift set, featuring [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Squeezelings|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Squeezelings|Bumblebee]], [[Starscream (G1)/merchandise#Squeezelings|Starscream]], [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#Squeezelings|Megatron]], and Blackout Color Mode versions of the three other characters.

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*'''Megatron''' (Series 2, 2023)

:A figure of Megatron in soft plastic, like the above. Unlike the above, this one is not in super deformed style. He was released in a gift set alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/merchandise#Squeezelings2|Optimus Prime]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/merchandise#Squeezelings2|Bumblebee]] and [[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#Squeezelings|Optimus Primal]], in blind bags, or on blister card individually.

==Blokees==
===Galaxy Version===
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[[File:Blokees-TF-Galaxy-Ver-01-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Galaxy Version, 2023)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Galaxy Version 01 - Roll Out'''
:*''Accessories:'' 2 pairs of hands (Weapon-holding/fists, open-palm), pointing left hand, Blast Effect, spare peg-and-ball piece, spare ball-and-ball piece, black stand, 1 pair of Autobot/Decepticon symbols

:Released in the First Wave of ''[[Blokees]]''' Galaxy Version line of blind boxes, this Megatron is a four-inch-tall, articulated, and non-transforming snap-on model kit of the Decepticon Leader. Like many other ''Blokees'' figures, Megatron uses a "Standard Body" as a skeleton, in which pieces are attached to make them look like different characters.

:Like many other Blokees figures, Megatron includes a stand with four studs he can connect to for posing via four studs.

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:*''Series:'' '''Shining Version 01 - Shining Roll Out'''
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:*''Series:'' '''Shining Version 01 - Shining Roll Out'''
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===Action Edition===
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===Defender Version===
{{Note|Every case comes with a random Commemorative Card, with 10 Common, 1 Gold, and 1 Silver for each out of every 12 cards.}}
[[File:Blokees-TF-Defender-Ver-01-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron''' (Defender Version, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 01 - Roll Out'''

:Released as part of the all-new ''Defender Version'' line of blind boxes, this Megatron is a 2.2-inch (5.5cm) figure, a few inches smaller than the ''Galaxy Version'' kits, but still articulated. Unlike his ''Galaxy Version'' kit, Megatron only comes with his signature Fusion Cannon.

:As with all robot mode kits from this line, Megatron features color-coded eye parts, which double as the neck's socket joint.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Special Galaxy Type Megatron''' (Defender Version, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 01 - Roll Out'''

:One of the two chase figures of the line, the "Special Galaxy Type" Megatron is a metallic redeco of the figure above, and he also features thoroughly painted details to make him more accurate to the show. like Optimus, he has a much slimmer pull rate of 5 in every 144 boxes.

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<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Megatron Fully Armed''' (Defender Version, 2024)}}</ul>
:*''Series:'' '''Defender Version 01 - Roll Out'''
:*''Accessories'': Left Fusion Cannon, Wing Pack

:The "Fully Armed" version of the Megatron kit is an alternate version of the Special Galaxy Type chase figure, with additional armaments such as the wing pack and the left forearm cannon. Unlike the chase variant above, this Megatron has an '''''even''''' slimmer pull rate of '''1''' in every 144 boxes.

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Megatron (Armada)/merchandise

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Spacebridge Technician: /* Attacktix */ Fixed a redirect to G1 Megatron's attacktix figure- now sends to the merch page instead of the toy page.

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'''[[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]]''' has a lot of merchandise!

==Merchandise==
===Fast food promotions===
====McDonald's====
[[File:Armadatoy mcdonalds megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Megatron''' (McDonald's Happy Meal, 2002)
**''Accessories:'' Turret
:[[McDonald's]] Megatron is a heavily simplified and brightly colored version of the Ultra toy, and requires his turret to be removed during transformation. He has a button on his back that activates a simple punching gimmick for his right arm. He could combine with the other McDonald's ''Armada'' Decepticons in vehicle mode, to form a massive... thing, ostensibly called "[[Mighty Vehicle]]".

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Decepticon/McMegatron/megatron.htm More information on McDonald's Megatron at TFU.info]''

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[[File:Energontoy mcdonalds megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Megatron''' (McDonald's Happy Meal, 2004–2006)
**''Accessories:'' Energon cube, tank/remote control
:Megatron is a simple toy based on his ''Energon'' appearance, lacking in any articulation other than that related to his transformation. He came with a green [[energon cube]] (bizarrely called a "missile"), which fits inside his body and lights up with a green LED when triggered by the toy's infra-red remote control, itself shaped like Megatron's tank. Unreleased in the United States, Megatron and his fellow Happy Meal toys initially appeared in (at least) the Netherlands in September 2004, before making their way to the [[United Kingdom]] in February 2005, to [[New Zealand]] in March, and to [[Australia]] in November.

:In 2006, a retooled version was released in Brazil, completely covering its back with more purple plastic, although its interior is still left hollow. This change was due to the lack of accessories in this release and stands unique as the other Brazilian-released figures didn't had their gaps covered.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Decepticon/McMegatron/megatron.htm More information on McDonald's Megatron at TFU.info]''

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*'''Megatron''' (McDonald's Happy Meal, 2005)
[[File:mcdmexenergonvehiclesmt.JPG|thumb|left]]
:Part of the second ''Energon'' Happy Meal promotion, which was only available in some Latin America markets. Megatron features a spring-loaded transformation from jet to robot mode when the green bumper on the front of his vehicle mode is pushed in. Given his limited release, he's very rare.
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====Burger King====
[[File:BurgerKing cybertron megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Draw!]]
*'''Megatron''' (Burger King kids meal, 2005)
:Available in kids meals from [[Burger King]], this Megatron is a very simplified version of the Leader toy that could only transform into the jet mode.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Decepticon/BKMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Burger King Megatron at TFU.info]''
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====Jollibee====
*'''Megatron''' (Jollibee Kids Meal, 2007)
**''Accessories'': Cup topper stand

:Released in [[Jollibee]]'s "Robot Blasters" promotion, Megatron is a simplified rendition of the [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#LegendsMegs|Legends of Cybertron]] figure, missing several joints and shaving off a few transformation steps in the process. Like all four pieces in this set, Megatron comes with a stand with his name and faction symbol sculpted on one side and the ''Cybertron'' logo on the other. This stand can also be used to cover up a regular-sized cup from a fast food joint.
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:SCF Megatron Armada.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Megatron''' ([[December 27]] [[2002]])
**''Act'': '''9'''
**''Accessories:'' Stand

:A three-inch tall non-transforming PVC figurine of Megatron, based on his animation model, was released in the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]''-specific ninth wave 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 blindpacked figures.

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

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*'''Megatron (Cybertron Mode)'''{{fact}} (December 27, 2002)
**''Act'': '''9'''
**''Accessories:'' Stand

: A rare "[[chase figure|Secret Figure]]" of Megatron was also available in the ninth ''Super Collection Figure'' wave. This figurine was ''extensively'' [[retool]]ed to give him his Cybertronian body as seen in the first [[First Encounter|two]] [[Metamorphosis (Armada)|episodes]] of the ''Armada'' cartoon... in fact, the only parts he shares with the normal version are his main body and forearms!

: It could only be found in one out of every ten cases, taking the place of the full-color version of the regular Megatron figure in that assortment.
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===''Mega Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:MegaSCF armada megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|Megatron and Leader-1 have matching crotch holes.]]
*'''Megatron''' (2002)
**''ID number:'' '''09'''
**''Accessories:'' Barrel Mini-Con, Turret
:A five-inch tall, non-transforming highly-articulated PVC figure of Megatron was the ninth entry in Takara's ''Mega Super Collection Figure'' series. He came with noticeably fewer accessories than the Generation 1 characters who populated the front end of the ''Mega SCF'' line, opting for size over variance in his extra pieces: his turret is removable and fully equipped with pivoting guns, so that it can be pegged onto the front of his abdomen to replicate his "Full Blast Mode". He also comes with a non-transforming figurine of Leader-1, or "Barrel", as he's known in Japan.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Destron/MegaSCFMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Mega SCF Megatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Q-Robo Collection''===
[[File:Qrobo armada megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|Megatron is death at any size!]]
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
:Megatron was one of only two ''Armada''-theme figures in the otherwise Generation 1-centric ''[[Q-Robo Collection Figure|Q-Robo Collection]]'' line of [[super deformed]] PVC figurines, the other being ''Armada'' Optimus Prime. Like all the figures in the series, Megatron featured articulation in the neck and shoulders, and was also available in a translucent colored plastic: as a Decepticon, Megatron came in translucent purple. All ''Q-Robo'' figures were sold in sets of two, one full-color figure and one translucent one, blindpacked in a plastic capsule.

::*''[http://snakas.web.fc2.com/figure/q_robo1.htm More information on the Q-Robo Collection at Autobase Aichi]''
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===''Big Transformers''===
[[File:BigTransformers megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
**''Accessories:'' Barrel Mini-Con, turret
:A non-transforming PVC figurine of Megatron was released by Japanese confectionery company [[Kabaya]] in the first wave ''[[Big Transformers]]'' line of [[candy toy]]s. Highly detailed by lacking in paint applications, the toy's turret can be removed and reattached to create Megatron's Full Blast Mode, and he comes with an unpainted figurine of vehicle mode Leader-1 with pivoting guns who can attach to various Mini-Con hardpoints on Megatron's body. The figure came with fizzy "Ramune" candy.

*'''Burning Megatron''' (2003)
**''Accessories:'' [[Star Saber (Armada)|Star Saber]]
:Megatron was depicted in his combined form with Tidal Wave in the second wave of ''Big Transformers'', wielding a removable Star Saber accessory that can be held by the other figures in the wave. Again, he came with Ramune candy.
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===''Mini Car Collection''===
[[File:Majorette kabaya diecast megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Um, okay? Why am I an inverted Constructicon?]]
*'''Megatron''' (die-cast vehicle, 2003)
:French die-cast model producers [[Majorette]] teamed with Kabaya to produce the ''[[Transformers Mini Car Collection]]'', a line of ''Armada''-themed die-cast vehicles, all of which were redecos of pre-existing Majorette toys. Very randomly, Megatron was a redeco of Majorette toy #263—a wheel loader, now decorated in purple and green and bearing a Decepticon insignia, the ''Legends of the Microns'' logo, and an image of the Decepticon leader on its roof. The toy came with a pack of gum.
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===''Transformers Figure''===
[[File:Omron armada megatron figures.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
:A non-transforming PVC figurine of Megatron 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]

===''Transformers Die Cast Figure''===
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
:In addition to their range of PVCs, Omron also released a small line of solid [[die-cast]] metal figures. A silver version of Megatron was part of this ''[[Transformers Die Cast Figure|Die Cast Figure]]'' line, clocking in at about 3.5" tall, but weighing in at a hefty thirteen ounces.
::*''[http://www.tfw2005.com/resources/transformers-pvc-300/megatron-micron-legend-omron-diecast-5959/ More information on die-cast Omron Megatron at TFW2005.com]

===''Mascot Keychain''===
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
:Omron also released a series of ''Armada''-themed PVC figurines as the ''[[Transformers Mascot Keychain|Mascot Keychain]]'' line, including Megatron. The Decepticon leader stands a little shorter than his ''Super Collection Figure'' cousin at about 2.5" tall.

===''Transformers Strap''===
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
:Omron's keychains were not limited to soft plastic, with die-cast versions of the same characters from the ''Mascot Keychain'' line being made available in their ''[[Transformers Strap]]'' range. By all appearances, this Megatron is pretty much identical to the ''Die Cast Figure'' version of the character, just a little smaller—about 2.5" in height—and with the addition of a keychain with a wrist-strap.
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===''Battle for Cybertron Game''===
[[File:BattleforCybertron megatron piece.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Transformers: Armada - Battle for Cybertron Game''' (2003)
:A small figurine of Megatron 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 megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Megatron''' (2003)
:A small solid-color PVC figurine of Megatron 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, Megatron 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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===Panini Armada comic free toy===
[[File:Armada Megatron Optimus glowing models.jpg|thumb|upright=1.10]]
*'''--''' (2003)
:The cancelled 10th issue of the [[Transformers: Armada (Panini)|Panini Armada comic]] was to come with either a free glowing self-assembly Megatron or Super Mode Optimus Prime model.
{{canceledtoy}}
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===''DX Transformers''===
[[File:DXTF energon galvatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Galvatron''' (2004)
**''ID number:'' '''3'''
**''Accessories:'' Left and right wings
:This simplified version of ''Energon'' Megatron was released by Kabaya as part of their small ''[[DX Transformers]]'' line of candy toys. In a rarity for [[Unicron Trilogy]] Kabaya products, this version of Megatron can actually transform, though this is partially accomplished by removing his wings and swapping them over. He came with a stick of chewing gum.
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===''Hyper Galaxy''===
[[File:HyperGalaxy megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Master Megatron''' (2005)
:An articulated, non-transforming figure of ''Cybertron'' Megatron was released by Kabaya as part of their small ''[[Hyper Galaxy]]'' line of candy toys. The figure came with a stick of gum.
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===Chupa Chups===
[[File:Chupachups megatron.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (2006)
:This opening clamshell case of ''Cybertron'' Megatron's head contains a Chupa Chups lollipop inside, and has a clasp attached to it that can be hooked to your belt or backpack.

*'''Transformers Cybertron Mini Spin Pop Candy''' (2006)

:This ''Cybertron'' spin pop consists of a generic handle with a Megatron sticker, topped with a figurine of Megatron through which the included lollipop slots. When the handle is squeezed, a manual gear mechanism spins both the figure and lollipop—no batteries necessary! The handle was also redecoed in red for an Optimus Prime spin pop, with a figure of the Autobot leader on top.
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===Gummy Candy===
[[File:CybertronMegatron gummy candy.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67]]
*'''Transformers Gummy Candy''' (2006)

:Megatron was one of three Transformers characters immortalized in [[Gummy Candy]] form by the [[Frankford Candy & Chocolate Company]], along with Optimus Prime and [[Bumblebee (G1)|Generation 1 Bumblebee]]. Released during the time when ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' had just replaced ''Cybertron'' on the toy shelves, Megatron's candy is an odd "in-between" design, depicting him in his ''Cybertron'' body, but in the grey, purple and green colours of Generation 1 Megatron's ''Classics'' toy! The candies were all sold individually in blister bubbles.
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===''Titanium Series''===
[[File:Titanium-toy RMCybertronMegatron.JPG|thumb|right|upright=1.1]]
*'''Megatron''' (Robot Masters, 2006)
**''Accessories:'' Gun, display stand

:Based on his ''Cybertron'' incarnation, ''[[Titanium Series]]'' Megatron is a three-inch tall non-transformable figure with limited articulation. He came with a Decepticon insignia display stand and his tire-gun.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/TitCybMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Titanium Megatron at TFU.info]''
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===''Attacktix''===
[[File:Attacktix cybertron megatron.jpg|right|thumb|This is what happens when you forget to turn the [[mass displacement]] on.]]
*'''Megatron''' (Booster, 2006)
{{attacktix
|ID=TF16
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Leader
|special=Transform - 8/26 (31%) success ratio
|cost=40
|speed=4
|attacktype=Shooter (Energy Blast)
}}
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: This version of ''[[Attacktix]]'' Megatron is based on his ''Cybertron'' robot form. Despite being called an "Energy Blast" (''Attacktix'' terminology was all created based on ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]''), his missile is actually designed to resemble the tire section of his gatling gun. The angled missile works best by positioning it to oppose the angle of the stance of the figure you're aiming at.

: Megatron is designed to work with his vehicle mode figure, bringing a vehicle mode Megatron into play from your back-ups. He has four points of articulation (head, waist and shoulders), which he can use to form a defensive tripod by angling his gun arm down behind him.

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[[File:Attacktix cybertron megatron vehicle.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Megatron (Vehicle)''' (Booster, 2006)

{{attacktix
|ID=TF17
|faction=Decepticon
|class=leader
|special=Transform - 20/26 (77%) success ratio
|cost=30
|speed=8
|attacktype=Shooter (Small missile)
}}
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: Megatron's [[Alternate mode|Vehicle mode]] is based on his jet form rather than his car form. In this form he has a ridiculously huge cannon (it's almost the size of the jet) which can swivel at its base - the only point of articulation on the figure.

: Megatron's speed is unusually high for a shooter, and his very reliable power makes him an effective support figure. Because of the wording of his power he can bring into play any figure named ''Megatron'', including the [[Megatron (G1)/merchandise#Attacktix|Generation 1 Megatron]] figure, from your backups.
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[[File:Attacktix cybertron megatron multipack.jpg|right|thumb]]
*'''Megatron''' (Intergalactic Showdown, 2006)

{{attacktix
|ID=SVT06
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Leader
|special=Sacrifice - 12/26 (46%) success ratio
|cost=40
|speed=4
|attacktype=Shooter (Energy Blast)
}}
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: Basically the same deco as the TF16 robot mode figure, this guy has a gold base and a new power. This version was available only in the Star Wars vs. Transformers ''Intergalactic Showdown'' pack.

: SVTO6 Megatron can be summoned into play using his vehicle mode figure, getting the 40 point figure into play for only 30 points. His ''Sacrifice'' special power allows him to return to play, replacing one of the other Decepticon figures on the field. How very Megatron.

:It should be noted that gold based figures have an additional restriction — you can only have one gold based figure per team.

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[[File:Attacktix CybertronGalvatron.jpg|thumb|right]]
*'''Galvatron''' (Booster, <s>2008</s>)

{{attacktix
|ID=TF18
|faction=Decepticon
|class=Leader
|special=??
|cost=40
|speed=??
|attacktype=Shooter (Energy Blast)
}}
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:Originally intended to be in a Wave 1 carry-case/battlefield, the product was canceled after low sales of the line's ''Star Wars'' product. It was to be a redeco of the Megatron piece with a new, smaller missile.
{{canceledattacktix}}

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===''Transformers Character Card''===
[[File:Transformers Character Card Armada Megatron and Optimus.jpg|upright=1|thumb]]
*'''Convoy Super Mode & Megatron Set''' ([[February]], [[2025]])
**''ID number:'' '''103 & 104'''

:Released as part of the fourteenth wave of the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''[[Transformers Character Card]]'' series, this pair of holographic trading cards depict super-deformed art of [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]] in his [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Armada|Super Mode]] form (with [[Sparkplug (Armada)|Sparkplug]]) and Megatron along with [[bio|character profiles]] and [[Tech Spec|tech specs]].
::*''[[Source:Transformers Character Card#104|Translation of ''Armada'' Megatron's Transformers Character Card]]''

{{comingsoontoy}}
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Grand Canyon

2024-11-03T17:17:37Z

Spacebridge Technician: Corrected a spelling error and changed a word for readability in the Prime comic summary.

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{{disambig2|the canyon that's grand|the canyon that's big|Big Canyon}}
[[File:MF39 Grand Canyon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]
The '''Grand Canyon''' is a steep-sided gorge in [[Arizona]]. Several events in the various [[Transformer]] wars have taken place there.

==Fiction==
===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
While filming the finale of ''[[Monster from Mars]]'' at the Grand Canyon under director [[Rollie Friendly (G1)|Rollie Friendly]], [[Skullgrin]] was ambushed and attacked by [[Circuit Breaker (G1)|Circuit Breaker]]. Thanks to the avarice of Rollie, and the kindness of [[Carissa Carr (G1)|Carissa Carr]], Skullgrin was left alive. {{storylink|Monstercon from Mars!}}

===''Super-God Masterforce'' cartoon===
[[Devil Z]] in the body of [[Scorponok (G1)|BlackZarak]], along with [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]] launched their Devil Thunder attacks from the canyon. [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]] and the [[Headmaster Junior]]s traveled there to confront the [[Decepticon]]s. While Ginrai fought the two Decepticon [[Godmaster (lifeform)|Godmasters]], the Juniors ended up battling [[Kraken]]s and [[Sparkdash]] [[drone]]s, and were aided by [[Wilder (G1)|Wilder]] and [[Bullhorn (G1)|Bullhorn]]. Ginrai, combined with [[Godbomber]] as God Ginrai, battled the Darkwings to a draw. Then [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] arrived {{storylink|Battle to the Death!! God Ginrai VS Darkwings Reborn}} and fought at length with Ginrai while the other Autobots hunted for BlackZarak. [[Lightfoot (G1)|Lightfoot]] and [[Road King]] got trapped in a cave, while the others encountered [[King Poseidon]]. With the help of [[Grand Maximus]], Ginrai overcame Overlord long enough to join the others, but at that point the Decepticons pulled out anyway. {{storylink|Autobots! Desperate Attack!!}}

===''Go-Bots'' cartoon===
The [[Rattlesnake 500 Desert Road Rally]], a race held near the Grand Canyon, was interrupted by the errant [[Go-Brillium]] test subjects [[Racer-Bot ALPHA]] and [[Racer-Bot BETA]]. They played havoc with the other drivers and the crowd before [[Aero-Bot]], [[Hauler-Bot]] and their team arrived to stop the troublemakers. {{storylink|Racer-Bot Road Rally}}

===Aligned continuity===
====''Prime'' cartoon====
At some point in the distant past, the Grand Canyon became the largest Cybertronian battlefield in the galaxy. When [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] got his hands on some [[Dark Energon]], he used it to raise a horde of [[Terrorcon (Prime)|Terrorcon]]s from the corpses buried there. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] were forced to fight them all. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} The Dark Energon chunk remained there until Megatron, in possession of [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]'s body, retrieved it. {{storylink|Out of His Head}}

====Titan ''Prime'' comic====
The latitude and longitude for the Grand Canyon were encoded in a copy of ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' purchased by [[Raf Esquivel]]. When he played the game, it hypnotised him and forced him to open the [[GroundBridge]] to those co-ordinates, at which point [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicons]] started pouring through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}}

After hijacking [[Air Force One]], [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] took it to the Grand Canyon, and left a ransom message on the black box to let the Autobots know to bring [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] bound and gagged. This merely resulted in the Autobots turning up in force and beating the tar out of Starscream and his Vehicons in order to rescue the [[President of the United States|President]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}

==Notes==
*[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-movie-discussion/180451-welcome-mr-roberto-orci-you-may-ask-him-questions-221.html#post3399075 According] to [[Roberto Orci]], an early draft of the script for the first live-action ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' movie climaxed at the Grand Canyon.

==External links==
*{{w|Grand Canyon}} at Wikipedia

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Brawl (G1)

2024-08-04T00:48:02Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* 2005 IDW continuity */ Missing apostrophe.

{{factions|decepticon|decepticong2|autobot|eliteguard|ascenticon|exarchon}}
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{{disambig3|Brawl}}
{{suite}}
:''Brawl is a [[Decepticon]] [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
[[File:MTMTEBrawl.jpg|upright=2.4|thumb|"I wouldn't need the pistol, but I don't wanna have to bend over to aim..."]]
If '''Brawl'''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s on the battlefield and you can't hear him coming, it's time to check your audio receptors, because chances are you've gone deaf. Brawl's main distinguishing characteristic is '''VOLUME'''. No matter if he's talking (yelling), moving (clanking and rattling), or fighting (yelling, clanking, rattling, and blasting) you're sure to hear him doing it, as is anyone else in the county. As if that wasn't enough, he is also a ball of barely contained rage and violence with a hair-trigger temper. This makes even his comrades wary, but it does make him a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield... as long as the mission doesn't require stealth. Or zero casualties.

Brawl combines with his fellow Combaticons to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]].

==Fiction==
===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''The Transformers'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Tony St. James]] (English), [[Toshio Ishii]] (Japanese)|[[Fritz von Hardenberg]] (German, "Fight or Flee"), [[Willy Schäfer]] (German, ''Generation 2'', "Starscream's Brigade" and "The Revenge of Bruticus"), [[Ulf Jürgen Söhmisch]] (German, ''Generation 2'', "Fight or Flee"), [[Nilton Valério]] (Portuguese), [[Paulo Pinheiro]] (Portuguese, "The Revenge of Bruticus"), [[Carlos Seidl]] (Portuguese, "Fight or Flee")}}

[[File:StarscreamsBrigade Starscream Brawl.jpg|thumb|"It's YOUR fault I'm not more toy-accurate!"]]
Brawl was one of the five [[renegade Decepticon]]s liberated by [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] in the Air Commander's latest attempt to unseat [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]]. As an element of their imprisonment, they had been reduced to mere [[personality component]]s, so Starscream installed them into abandoned [[World War II]] military vehicles. The transplant caused the vehicles to immediately reconfigure themselves: Brawl in particular went from being an {{w|M4 Sherman}} tank<ref>"Starscream's Brigade" shooting script</ref> to being a... more differenter tank, before turning into a robot. Starscream called them "Combaticons" and announced their names as they transformed, but they didn't recognize him. Nor did they feel particularly indebted to him for their release; Brawl even threatened to pound him into scrap for no apparent reason. In the end, Starscream only guaranteed their loyalty through having given them bodies bereft of [[energy absorber]]s, so they would be dependent upon him to refuel. While their first missions for Starscream were initially successful, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]]' intervention meant the brigade's defeat, and Megatron exiled all six to a remote asteroid. {{storylink|Starscream's Brigade}}

[[File:RevengeBruticus BlastOff Brawl.jpg|left|thumb]]
The Combaticons managed to tow the asteroid to Cybertron and evict [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]. Brawl would have preferred just to shoot the hell out of the Decepticons and [[Earth]], but [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] managed to rig the [[space bridge]] to drag Earth into the sun. However, the Combaticons were later attacked by mysterious aggressors. Although the Combaticons were confused by their appearance, Brawl figured that they should just annihilate them. As it turned out, the aggressors were holograms created by Starscream and Shockwave, whom the Combaticons captured. Once Megatron, as well as the [[Autobot]]s, arrived, the Combaticons merged into Bruticus, but [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] deactivated him. The Combaticons were then reprogrammed to serve Megatron. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}

[[File:BOT RepairingBrawl.jpg|right|thumb|Only a fierce backrub could cure Brawl's rage. Megatron happily loaned out Soundwave for a few hours just to get some peace and quiet.]]
When Onslaught ordered the Combaticons to transform in a street, [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] knocked into Brawl, who in turn made his displeasure very vocal. They then transformed into Bruticus, who was immediately shot to pieces by [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. Swindle was the sole survivor, and he sold his partners' deactivated forms to various humans such as [[El Presidente]]. Under threat of death by Megatron, Swindle stole back the parts of his unit. However, he was unable to find Brawl's personality component, leaving Brawl a silent shell requiring to be guided over to the rest of the group when ordered to form Bruticus. It turned out that the Combaticons couldn't merge at all without that particular piece of technology, much to Megatron's dismay. Swindle was sent out to retrieve the personality component, which had been used by [[Martin and Roland|some]] [[Elise Presser|kids]] to build [[B.O.T. (G1)|a robot]] for a school project. Of course, this made the robot extremely violent, and it destroyed the school lab and fought some Autobots before Swindle found it and recovered the component. This whole ordeal does pose a question: why does Bruticus depend on the personality component of a loud, homicidal maniac to form? {{storylink|B.O.T. (episode)|B.O.T.}}

[[File:FightorFlee RazorclawBrawl.jpg|left|thumb|This makes perfect sense in context. Really.]]
During the Decepticon attack on [[Paradron]], Brawl teamed up with [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]] to capture [[Sandstorm (G1)|Sandstorm]], and together they managed to make him fall off a bridge. Later, he manned a [[molecular cannon]] alongside [[Headstrong (G1)|Headstrong]], but the cannon was destroyed in an Autobot attack. At the same time, Brawl was ''also'' part of Bruticus, who was accompanying [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Fight or Flee (episode)|Fight or Flee}} Some time later, the Combaticons were sent by Galvatron to assassinate the Decepticon exile [[Octane]]. Because bringing Brawl along when you need to sneak up on someone is a good idea. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}}

[[File:SurpriseParty GiantBlastOff.jpg|right|thumb]]
The Combaticons later performed a hit-and-run attack on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] in order to mess up an upcoming peace conference. Brawl got a good shot at [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] in the ensuing battle, but [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] jumped in and took the blast. {{storylink|Surprise Party}} When the [[Hate Plague]] was brought to Earth, the Combaticons were infected by the disease when Bruticus was (rather ineffectively) punched by an infected Ultra Magnus. Bruticus apparently split apart later on, as Brawl was seen rampaging through a human marketplace, crushing various stands beneath his tracks. Soon afterwards he infected Headstrong. {{storylink|The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Aerial Assault}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 3}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5}} {{storylink|The Ultimate Weapon}} {{storylink|The Burden Hardest to Bear}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}}}

====Japanese cartoon continuity====
=====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' story pages=====
{{charstubfiction}}

=====Scramble City=====
When the Stunticons were dispatched to hinder the Autobots from constructing [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]], they were attacked by the Aerialbots and did not fare too well. Brawl and the Combaticons arrived to help, and together Bruticus and Menasor easily overpowered Superion. However, Scramble City itself soon drove up and blasted both combiners into the distance. {{storylink|Scramble City: Mobilization}}

=====''The Headmasters'' cartoon=====
Brawl and the Combaticons participated in an all-out Decepticon attack on Cybertron, {{storylink|Four Warriors Come out of the Sky}} until [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] arrived and drove them away. {{storylink|The Mystery of Planet Master}} Shortly afterwards, [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] set out to find the [[Matrix of Leadership]] and bring it to Optimus Prime, and the Combaticons were among the troops sent out to stop him. They were ambushed by the Protectobots, and defeated when Defensor buried Bruticus in a rockfall. {{storylink|Birth of the Fantastic Double Prime}} Not long after that, the Combaticons defended [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] against [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Twincast]]'s attempted infiltration, but failed when the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] arrived and distracted them. {{storylink|The Great Cassette Operation}}

[[File:SOSfromSandra Terrorcon Brawl.jpg|thumb|"NO MERCY! RIP 'EM APART! I'LL MURDERIZE 'EM! I'LL —" "Your squad's over there, Brawl." "RIGHT! I KNEW THAT!"]]
The Combaticons were later part of ''another'' attack on Cybertron, during which they killed plenty of [[Generic|soldiers]] before getting into another fight with Defensor. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 1}} They lost. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 2}} When the Decepticons planted a giant carnivorous plant in [[San Francisco]], the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] and [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] were stationed to attack any Autobots who arrived to kill it. {{storylink|Head On!! Fortress Maximus}} When the Autobots were preparing [[energon cube]]s to aid the planet [[Sandra (planet)|Sandra]], Brawl attacked them alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]], taking [[Blot (G1)|Blot]]'s place for [[Animation error|reasons unknown]]. {{storylink|SOS from Planet Sandra}} [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] later sent all the Combaticons, Terrorcons and [[Horrorcon]]s to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]], in order to lure Autobot troops away from [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]]. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} The Combaticons also later unleashed Bruticus as Sixshot continued his reign of terror over the Autobots on Earth. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}}

Brawl was present when [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] held a speech about Galvatron's recent death and took control of the Decepticons. {{storylink|I Risk My Life for Earth}} Bruticus was later part of a small group of Decepticons who tried to lead Fortress Maximus away from the Decepticon base on [[Master (planet)|Master]]. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} The combiner then stood by and laughed as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] sank the luxury liner ''[[Queen World]]'' in the Atlantic Ocean, before being ordered to defend a [[Death Tower]] in [[Australia]]. Bruticus easily took care of Defensor when the Autobot tried to destroy the tower, but was ordered to retreat when the machine activated. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 1)}} As Bruticus, the Combaticons participated in the final battle with the Autobots at the North Pole, and retreated into space when Scorponok's energy-absorbing satellite started tearing the Earth apart. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}
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=====''Unite Warriors''=====
When the Combaticons were hosting an illegal arms trading market, Brawl was annoyed to find his gun and combiner extremity among Swindle's wares. {{storylink|Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!}}

=====''Zone''=====
Seeking to create a [[Decepticon Zone]] to counter the [[Micro|Autobot Zone]], [[Emperor of Destruction|Decepticon Emperor]] [[Violengiguar]] gathered together the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]], upgrading them with powerful new armor and weaponry, then sent them forth to conquer planets. Brawl was of those summoned, but only as part of Bruticus. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (story page)|Zone Part 1}} {{storylink|Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!}}

=====''Generations Selects Special Comic''=====
In [[2050]], Bruticus and the Decepticons joined the revolution of the [[Selector]]s against their human masters. The [[Quintesson]]s and the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcon]]s sided with the humans, and [[Abominus (G1)|Abominus]] attacked all while craving Angolmois Energy. In battle with a scrambled version of [[Computron (G1)|Computron]], Abominus crashed into Bruticus and Menasor and stole some of their limb components to make an even stronger version of himself. Brawl was left abandoned on the battlefield as [[Abomenaticus]] charged back into the fight. {{storylink|Abominus comic 2}} Later on, however, he appeared on the [[Precursor World]] and helped [[Turtler]] form the [[Scramble 7]] combination. {{storylink|Generations Selects Special Comic Finale|Finale}}

====''TV Magazine'' comic continuity====
=====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' comic=====
[[File:Manga8 Brawlshootsadog.jpg|left|thumb|FWUMP]]
When Menasor's baseball stadium/command base was attacked by Superion and Defensor, Bruticus came to his aid. He quickly took out Defensor, damaging [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] and preventing the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] from combining again. However, Superion blasted Brawl and Swindle away with his [[electrostatic discharger rifle]], allowing [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] to steal their places as Bruticus's legs and fly away with him. Brawl followed them, meagerly yelling for his enemies to wait up. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 5|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #5}}

The Combaticons were later sent to hunt down an escaped [[Battle Dog|puppy]] that Megatron had experimented on. Brawl was pretty happy when he got a few shots in on the fleeing animal, but was reprimanded by [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] as they were supposed to capture it alive. [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] soon showed up to save the dog, and using its energy, he and the [[Mini Vehicle]]s defeated the Combaticons. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 8|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #8}}

=====''The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers''=====
In the year [[2010]], Brawl participated in a Decepticon attack on the planet Feminia. He and his team merged into Bruticus in order to battle alongside Menasor and Devastator against their Autobot counterparts Superion, Defensor and Omega Supreme. The fight was fairly evenly matched until Galvatron called up his ace-in-the-hole, [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], whose power was unmatched by any of the Autobots... except for the [[Omnibot (G1)|Omnibots]], who essentially tied Predaking's shoelaces together until he fell over, straight into Bruticus and his chums, sending them all toppling to the ground and knocking them to bits. {{storylink|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers issue 5|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers #5}}
{{note|Brawl only appears as a component of Bruticus}}

=====''The Great Transformer War''=====
Galvatron kidnapped Doctor [[Dalton]] of [[Eran]] to upgrade the might of his combiner warriors. When the Autobot combiners arrived to save Dalton, Brawl and his teammates were deployed at high speeds from Onslaught's launcher mode. They met Superion in mid-air, and the force of their deployment enabled the combiner teams to tear him apart. The Combaticons then merged into Bruticus to move in for the kill. They were ultimately outwitted by the Autobots, however, who rescued Dalton and safely returned to Metroplex. {{storylink|The Great Transformer War issue 1|The Great Transformer War #1}}

=====''Super-God Masterforce'' comic=====
Brawl formed the right leg of [[Scramble 7]], a Decepticon combiner using various combiner team members in a supposedly "ideal" configuration. Scramble 7 attacked the Autobot base on [[Athenia]], but was defeated by [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]], [[Lightfoot (G1)|Lightfoot]] and [[Ranger]] thanks to their use of [[Chōkon Power]]. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The Earth-Space Alliance Army}}

=====''Zone'' comic=====
Seeking to create a [[Decepticon Zone]] to counter the [[Micro|Autobot Zone]], [[Emperor of Destruction|Decepticon Emperor]] [[Violengiguar]] gathered together the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]], upgrading them with powerful new armor and weaponry, then sent them forth to conquer planets. Brawl was of those summoned, but only as part of Bruticus. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (manga)|Zone}}

====''Wings Universe''====
{{Wingsnote}}
[[File:EliteGuardCombaticons TheComingStorm2.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.8]]
Brawl was part of an Autobot [[Elite Guard]] special ops unit created by [[Magnum]] to take out the various [[Decepticon Warlord|leaders]] of the new Decepticon faction, in the hopes of ending the war quickly. He was assigned to the "Combaticons" as their Ground Assault specialist. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 2}}

Before they could get started on their primary mission, however, the [[Autobot High Council]] had a more...diplomatic mission for the Elite Guard. Teamed with their fellow squad, [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]]'s Strike Team, Brawl and the Combaticons were to make contact with an archeological team heralded by [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]] as responsible for one of the greatest finds of recent history. Brawl had little interest in the old bot's preaching, and he spent the mission briefing drawing little cartoon bombs and explosions on the sheet in front of him. When the Councilbot started talking about demolition work, though, Brawl suddenly became more interested in the job.

Out at [[Median]], they found the mission was even more complicated than Alpha Trion let on. Dig coordinator [[Flip Sides (G1)|Flipsides]] explained how they had uncovered a massively powerful artifact known as the [[Heart of the Dragon]], and the Decepticons had already become aware of it. Brawl and the Elite Guard began fortifying the town to [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]]'s specifications to resist attack. Although he preferred DEstruction over CONstruction, Brawl still got to make a lot of noise setting up the barricades, so he enjoyed the work immensely. When [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] of the Strike Team commented how he sometimes missed his truck mode after seeing Brawl in action, the gruff Combaticon laid out his credo for life: ''Reformatting's for wimps.'' Oh, and ''"Aim for the mouth, so's you don't have to talk to them."'' One bot, many credos.

When the attack came, Brawl operated on the second line of defense with Onslaught, [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]] and the Strike Team's weaponry expert, [[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]]. Once the Decepticon [[Stormtrooper (G1)|Stormtrooper]]s made it through the first line, however, it became a game of cybercat and ironmouse, as the 'Cons split up and used sensor ghosts to send the Elite Guard chasing their tails. By the time Brawl even got a clean shot at one of 'em, the Decepticons had already secured their objective and were speeding back to base.

The Elite Guard pursued them and managed to infiltrate the Stormtroopers' transforming mobile fortress, the [[Metrotitan (G1)|Metrotitan]]. They were forced to confront [[Brimstone (G1 Decepticon)|Brimstone]], a tiny but powerful Transformer brought to life by the Heart of the Dragon. His fiery breath decoupled molecules, sending even Brawl scurrying for cover. Despite said scurrying, Brawl was uncomfortable with leaving Brimstone to burn himself out like the turncoat Stormtrooper [[Drench (G1)|Drench]] suggested. One can only hope the massive explosion that consumed Brimstone and leveled the Metrotitan was enough to satisfy Brawl's battlelust. {{storylink|Flames of Yesterday}}

Over the following weeks, the Combaticons and Strike Team continued working together on co-assigned missions against the Decepticon hierarchy. Although they bonded on a personal level, the Combaticons were aware Metalhawk's team was a bit more...squeamish about the duties of war than they were. When they captured a [[Dropkick (G1)|Cubeformer]] Decepticon, for instance, Brawl tortured the unwilling informant away from the Strike Team to get the information they needed, and Onslaught concocted a story about a suicide implant to explain the Con's demise. After successfully assassinating Decepticon field leader [[Shadowcaster]], the Combaticons remained in the field to search for more information. They got more than they bargained for and were captured by [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]]'s forces. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 3}}

Brawl and the Combaticons were isolated behind Oan energy bars, although Brawl was stubborn enough to constantly try and force his way past the unbreakable bars, until his exo-structure was smoldering with the feedback. They were brought before Deathsaurus, who slyly began to manipulate the Special Ops Team into becoming true "Combaticons" under the Decepticon banner. A personal touch was added to sway every Combaticon, but for Brawl he needed to do little more than suggest he ''needed'' help from the Elite Guard in order to fight. That was all it took to make Brawl determined to destroy the Elite Guard just to prove Deathsaurus wrong. Brawl...not very bright. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 4}}

The Combaticons led an assault on Elite Guard headquarters with Deathsaurus's forces and unveiled the modifications their new commander had fitted them with: combination technology to form the big, bad, battlin' [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]! {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 5}} Bruticus managed to slaughter pretty much all of the Guard before [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] blinded the giant, forcing them to separate. They headed back to Deathsaurus's base for repairs. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 6}}

Repairs proceeded, but the Combaticons were startled to learn that Deathsaurus could force them to combine into Bruticus at will. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 1}} {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 2}} They still turned out to help defend the base against the remnants of the Elite Guard. Brawl started bashing [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] around, and finally the moment he'd been waiting impatiently for came — the Combaticons began to merge... and were promptly blasted. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 3}} When it turned out they'd been blasted by more survivors of the Elite Guard massacre, Brawl announced they'd have to have another go at killing them all, but sadly Blast Off was indisposed, so they couldn't form Bruticus. During the end of the battle retreat, Brawl pointed out that Blast Off was still missing, and it delayed the team long enough for the Elite Guard to capture them. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 4}}

In the hands of the compromised [[Gyronian Sentry|Gyronian Sentry Team]], the Combaticons were whisked away to Deathsaurus's fortress, now under Megatron's control. Though Megatron gave them the option, none of them cared to help Deathsaurus, and they were imprisoned and their personality components subsequently interred in the Decepticon Detention Center. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 5}}

===Marvel Comics continuity===
====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====
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[[File:Buster combaticons second generation.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]
''[[Buster Witwicky (G1)|Buster Witwicky]], who had held the power of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Creation Matrix]] inside his mind, once experienced nightmares of strange new Transformers, [[Special Teams]] with the ability to merge into a giants. Brawl and his Combaticon teammates appeared in one of Buster's earlier dreams, before he sought help from the Autobots. In order to process the information his subconscious was feeding him, Buster linked his mind with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]], so that the next dream came through far clearer than the previous ones. Together, they saw into the near future, where Brawl and the Combaticons encountered the Autobots at the [[Pullen Power Plant]]. Here, the Combaticons joined forces with the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] against their Autobot counterparts, the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]]. The Combaticons fought together as Bruticus, but were defeated by the teamwork shown by Autobot gestalts [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. After Prime and Buster awoke, the Autobots immediately went to work designing these new warriors. Thanks to [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]]'s hacking skills, however, [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Shockwave]] also saw the visions and began working on their own Special Teams.'' {{storylink|The Special Teams Have Arrived}} {{storylink|Second Generation!}}

[[File:Swindle brawl afterdeath.jpg|thumb|left]]
On his first mission on Earth, Brawl was sent with the Combaticons and [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] to steal a [[hydrothermocline]] device from [[Energy Futures Industries]]. When they arrived, they were met by Optimus Prime and the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], laying in wait for them. Brawl combined with his team to form Bruticus, but before the giant got a chance to brawl with [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]], [[Ethan Zachary|a human]] suggested that they'd play a [[Multi-World|video game]] over the plant instead. Optimus Prime and Megatron both agreed, and Brawl was sent into the video game along with the other Combaticons, Protectobots, and faction leaders. Brawl teamed up with [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] to destroy [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] and [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] in the "Vineland" area of the game. However, they were tripped up by a bunch of vine creatures, [[Decrystallizer cannon|crystallized]], and blown to smithereens. Game over. {{storylink|Afterdeath!}} ''These events were observed by the [[time travel]]ling [[Dicet Alpha-zero]].'' {{storylink|The Quest!}}

[[File:GonebutNotForgotten Brawlheadcrush.JPG|thumb|"MEGATRON... PLEASE, NO!! I... CAN'T BREA... WAIT!! I... HAVE A... MOU..." *krunnk*]]
Unluckily for him, Brawl learned nothing about caution from this experience. A few days later, he mouthed off at Megatron, telling him to get over the fact that Optimus Prime had died by someone else's hands. Megatron proceeded to pop Brawl's head like a ripe melon and throw his deactivated body into a wall. {{storylink|Gone but Not Forgotten!}}

''He got better. On a later mission, Soundwave and the Combaticons were commissioned with destroying the inactive super-Decepticon known as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], who had been trapped inside the lava flow of an active volcano, preserving him like a fly in amber. Shockwave, who had been commanding the Combaticons ever since Megatron was believed dead in a [[space bridge]] accident, nevertheless saw Galvatron as a potential threat to his command, and wanted him eliminated permanently. Vortex and the others were to set up explosive charges around the mouth, burying the future warrior forever. Their plans were waylaid by a group of human females, who used up most of the explosives against the Combaticons. The Decepticons were then forced to retreat once [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and the [[Throttlebot]]s arrived to back-up the humans, but they swore vengeance for the interference.'' {{storylink|Ladies' Night (issue)|Ladies' Night}}

[[File:Brawl first aid used autobots.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2]]
After chasing the Throttlebots around, the Combaticons eventually attacked them in a car lot, and Brawl got into another fight with the Protectobots as they arrived on the scene. Blaster stopped him from shooting [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] in the back, and the Combaticons were eventually forced to retreat. {{storylink|Used Autobots}} Shortly afterwards, the group decided to ambush the Protectobots on their way to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. They failed to take the Autobots completely by surprise as Hot Spot recognized Brawl's tank tracks on the ground, and the ensuing battle quickly led to the groups combining. Bruticus claimed victory over Defensor with his brute strength, but was soon tricked and broken into his component parts by Blaster. {{storylink|Child's Play (issue)|Child's Play}}

[[File:Brawl prime bomb.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7]]
Brawl was amongst the large number of Decepticons who ambushed the Autobots on the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]], only to be beaten back by Blaster and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Totaled!}}

''Eventually, the Combaticons fell under the command of [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]. On his orders, Brawl's team staged a raid on the [[Rutter U.S. Military Base]]. There, they secured two armed warheads and components from an advanced guidance computer. The Protectobots intervened part-way through the theft, but once Blast Off cleared the area with the loot, the rest of the team used hit-and-run tactics to fend their rivals off, eventually managing their own getaway.''

''Afterwards, the remaining Combaticons went to check on [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]] and [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]]'s progress at [[Alternate Reality, Inc.]], where Scorponok had likewise tasked them to steal a [[floppy disk]] containing a back-up copy of Optimus Prime's mind. They found [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] about to shoot the jets out of the sky, and blasted the Combiner in the back, crippling him before he could pull the trigger. With the mission a success, Brawl's group then made themselves scarce.'' {{storylink|Prime Bomb!}}
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====''Transformers Comic-Magazin''====
When the Decepticons engaged in many attempts at obtaining Earth's energy resources around the globe, Brawl and the Combaticons joined forces as Bruticus to battle Superion. {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 11|Transformers in Action: He Who Laughs Last ...}}

====Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic====
[[File:Totalwar-combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]
Brawl was among the Decepticons preparing to charge into battle against the [[Cybertronian (faction)|Cybertronian Empire]]. The skirmish ended with the Decepticons soundly defeated. {{storylink|New Dawn}} He was later with his fellow Combaticons attempting to defend the [[Warworld]] against boarders. The enemy managed to overrun the vessel. {{storylink|Total War!}}
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===The Special Teams===
Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons were created by Starscream on a remote Pacific island, by combining military vehicles with Energon cubes. They then drove to the [[Pullen Power Plant]], passing Optimus Prime en route, though the Autobot leader was none-the-wiser to the Decepticons in disguise. Onslaught, Brawl and Swindle arrived first on the battlefield, coming upon Menasor already engaged in battle with Defensor. Onslaught then ordered to rest of his team to merge with him to form Bruticus. {{storylink|The Special Teams}}
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===Ladybird Books continuity===
Brawl was damaged trying to breach [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]'s defenses. He was towed in for repairs by Onslaught and the Decepticon recovery crew. {{storylink|Decepticon Hideout}}

===Battle Beneath the Ice===
[[File:BBTI-Combaticons.jpg|thumb|right]]
Brawl joined his fellow Combaticons, Vortex and Blast Off, in searching for a city the humans had found hidden beneath the ice. After a brief battle with the Aerialbots, both sides learned that the [[city-dweller]]s were dangerous to Autobot and Decepticon alike, and joined forced against the [[Watcher]] and his ilk. [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and the Aerialbots complied with the truce, allowing Brawl and the Combaticons to leave unmolested once everything was over. {{storylink|Battle Beneath the Ice}}
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===St. Michael ''The Transformers'' Sticker Book===
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Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons served under [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] on a Decepticon ship, when they managed to shoot down the ship being captained by Ultra Magnus. After the Autobots crash-landed on planet [[Barrenikon]], the Decepticons landed their ship nearby to finish off their enemies. In the many possible adventures that followed, Brawl and the other Decepticons often underestimated you, which often led to them losing to the Autobots, leaving them either stranded on Barrenikon, or fleeing after they received too much damage. That is, if you somehow didn't get yourself killed at their hands. {{storylink|The Transformers Sticker Book (St. Michael)|The Transformers Sticker Book}}

===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===
[[File:Brawltww.jpg|left|upright=0.85|thumb|This... is my BOOMSTICK!]]
Brawl participated in [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s siege on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] {{storylink|The War Within issue 2|The War Within #2}} and, upon arrival, quickly shifted to his tank mode to rain down firepower onto the Autobot stronghold. {{storylink|The War Within issue 3|The War Within #3}} He was joined by fellow heavy-artillery 'bots, [[Quake (G1)|Quake]] and [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] in his assault. {{storylink|The War Within issue 4|The War Within #4}} Brawl was on the front lines of the Decepticon army when they finally managed to penetrate the last of the Autobots' defenses. {{storylink|The War Within issue 5|The War Within #5}}

During the Dark Ages, when Optimus Prime and Megatron both disappeared into a prototype space-bridge, both factions splintered into several sub-groups. During this time, footage of Brawl's part in the Iacon attack was reviewed by Prowl in preparation for attacks on multiple fronts. {{storylink|Fragmentation (G1)|Fragmentation}} As part of a combiner group, Brawl's actions were somewhat limited by the [[Crisis Intervention Accord]]; it is unknown how he occupied his time while the Accord was in place. {{storylink|Devastation}}

Millions of years later, the Combaticons were considered war criminals and held in the detention blocks on Cybertron. {{storylink|Cold War (issue)|Cold War}} Starscream arranged to have them released and brought to Earth as his own private brigade, absconding from Cybertron as Shockwave's regime was being overthrown by the Autobots. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}}

Returning to the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'' via an uncooperative [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], Starscream realized he needed to take parts from the Autobots' [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] if he ever hoped to get the ''Nemesis'' flying again, and for that he needed considerable firepower. Fortunately, there was a nearby abandoned military testing ground from which the Combaticons could scan Earth-based alternate modes. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} When the attack on the ''Ark'' was launched, the Autobots had little problem defending against the first wave, successfully capturing [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], but several of the Autobots were soundly beaten when the Combaticons showed up and combined into the mighty Bruticus. The behemoth attacked the ''Ark'' freeing his Decepticon compatriots before going after [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. Unfortunately, the Autobots activated their ship's self-destruct before escaping, damaging the Combaticons in the resulting explosion. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}}

Damaged or not, the Combaticons soon had to face a powerful enemy when the crazed zealot [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] appeared on Earth, but before they could attack him, Bruticus' head was blown apart by [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] in the Autobot supply ship ''[[Orion]]''. In the aftermath, Bruticus's barely-conscious body was battered upon by an angry Brawn. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} Starscream was forced into an alliance with the Autobots to save his neck, and the Combaticons were partially recharged as released as part of the arrangement. {{storylink|Skyfire (issue)|Skyfire}}

[[File:G1DW SkyLynx defeats Combaticons.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|This can't turn out good...]]

The repaired Combaticons were brought to Guadalcanal where they could hone their somewhat lackluster combat skills and listen to Starscream's long-winded aspirations of glory. When Swindle commented on Starscream's mental state, Brawl agreed, stating that he'd like to pull the Air Commander's cerebro circuits straight out of his faceplate so they could get a better look at them. Starscream overheard their conversation, but let it pass in order for them to fight the magnificent Autobot [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]]. Unfortunately, the Combaticons did not fare well when the crafty Autobot split into his two forms, with Brawl and Onslaught nearly crushed by the Lynx's right paw.

This was the least of their troubles, however, as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] showed up as soon as Sky Lynx was deactivated. This encounter also did not end well. {{storylink|The Route of All Evil}}
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===''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers''===
As part of [[Serpentor|Serpent O.R.]]'s forces, Brawl defended the newly unified Decepticon army's base against a combined Autobot/[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] strike force. {{storylink|The Art of War issue 5|The Art of War #5}}

===''The Beast Within''===
During an all-out Decepticon offensive, Brawn helped the Predacons battle the Dinobots. When the Dinobots combined into their gestalt form, Brawl combined with his fellow Combaticons in order to square off against [[Beast (G1)|The Beast]]. {{storylink|The Beast Within}}
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===2005 IDW continuity===
{{First|[[Spotlight: Arcee]]}}
[[File:Autocracy12-BrawlOnslaughtSkullgrinBlitzwing.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|"C'mon! Us tank 'Cons gotta stick together!"]]
Early in the war, Brawl defended the [[Citadel (building)|Citadel]] from the Autobots as part of Blitzwing's unit and was ordered with [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] and [[Skullgrin]] to contain the Autobot forces. He got crushed by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dynobots]] soon after the order. {{storylink|Endgame}} Together with the other Combaticons he left Cybertron rather than suffer [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]'s leadership, and they made their way to the [[Presidium (planet)|Presidium]] to steal a weapons cache for their own use. Inside the vault was not weapons, however, but [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Starscream]] who offered the Combaticons payment to return to the fold now that [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron]] was back. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} They accepted and returned to Cybertron to participate in Megatron's attack on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]]. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}

[[File:Spotlight Arcee Arcee hits Brawl.jpg|thumb|right|It was the easiest way to kick Bruticus in the shin.]]
Brawl was a member of the Combaticon tactical unit under the command of [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]]'s [[Decepticon Secret Service]] and helped capture the [[Pretender Monster|"gestalt" transformers]] being held in the [[Garrus-9]] detention facility. He loved killing things: "''We aim to maim!''" Presumably, he was not particularly keen on being maimed himself, as he was impaled by [[Arcee (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Arcee]]'s twin saber blades. {{storylink|Spotlight: Arcee}}

After a deal was negotiated between Arcee and Banzai-Tron, Brawl and the other Combaticons later helped her in an attempt to recapture [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]] (who had been stolen by [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]] and [[Nova Prime|Nemesis Prime's]] forces), though the insane Autobot disappeared mid-battle. {{storylink|Spotlight: Sideswipe}}

[[File:Land Ironclads Brawl misses Swindle.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.0|"Seriously, I'd give up my personality component to have him back."]]
Years later, most of the Combaticons were left stranded and energon-less on Earth following a failed invasion. They were hired by [[North Korea]]n leader [[Kim Jong Du]] to lead an attack on the [[South Korea|South]]. Brawl, Onslaught and Vortex destroyed a South Korean outpost on the border of the DMZ to this end. {{storylink|International Incident Part 1: "The Land Ironclads"|The Land Ironclads}} They chafed under Kim's leadership, but unlike them, the Koreans knew how to produce [[energon]], so they had no choice but to obey. Inevitably, the Autobots showed up to stop the Combaticons from getting involved with human conflicts, but were forced to stay in their vehicle modes for the battle. Car modes and [[Skywatch]] [[crash suit]]s were hardly a match for a tank like Brawl, and the Combaticons got away. {{storylink|International Incident Part 2: "Ranks of Bronze"|Ranks of Bronze}}

While Brawl and his teammates were celebrating their victory, the Autobots returned, and this time they had no problems with transforming. Without exclusive access to robot modes, the Combaticons were outnumbered, with Brawl having to deal with [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jazz]] and [[Prowl (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Prowl]] simultaneously. {{storylink|International Incident Part 3: "Hawk Among the Sparrows"|Hawk Among the Sparrows}} He soon found himself defeated and tied up whilst the Autobots dealt with both the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]] and a [[Russia]]n [[Nuclear weapon|nuke]] sent to wipe them all out. While they made sure to destroy the North Korean energon facilities, the Autobots couldn't take prisoners at the time, and so the Combaticons were presumably set free. {{storylink|International Incident Part 4: "All My Sins Remembered"|All My Sins Remembered}}

[[File:Only Forward Brawl tortured.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|right]]
Several months later, Brawl and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] attacked Prowl as he investigated some sensitive issues. He wasn't worried when [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] came to Prowl's rescue, since the Autobots could never penetrate his armor plating in tank mode, but was defeated and captured after Prowl fired a shot straight through his barrel. Stuck in a state of mid-transformation, he was brought to the Autobot base and interrogated as to who sent him. Brawl insisted that it was all him, but when pressed for information, a failsafe installed in his body by Swindle activated and fused the Autobots' [[Suppressor (device)|suppressors]] to his neural net, sending him into nigh-[[stasis lock]]. {{storylink|Police Action Part 2: Only Forward|Only Forward}} {{storylink|Police Action Part 3: A Second Chance at Eden|A Second Chance at Eden}}

Brawl was eventually cured and brought home to a reformatted Cybertron, where he was brought by Starscream with a bunch of other Cybertronians to pressure Prowl into revealing one of his secret discoveries below ground. Later underground, they witnessed a [[Titan (group)|Titan]] declare that Starscream was the Cybertronian destined to unite their whole race. He and the other Cybertronians celebrated afterwards with Starscream. {{storylink|Primus: All Good Things}} When Megatron returned from a long absence only to be captured by the Autobots, Brawl and the other Decepticons started a riot and assaulted the Autobot prison, rescuing him. {{storylink|The Verge}}

In the wake of Megatron's defection to the Autobots, [[Galvatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Galvatron]] and [[Soundwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Soundwave]] took command of the Decepticons and led them back to Earth, where they formed an alliance with [[Earth Defense Command]] against the Autobots. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 1: Hello Cruel World|Hello Cruel World}} Once [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s arrived with a team of Autobots, Brawl and the others confronted them at the town of [[Poverty Flat]], passing themselves off as United States military vehicles to the locals. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 2: Detonation Boulevard|Detonation Boulevard}} This attempt at secrecy was foiled when the Autobots brought in a defected [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], forcing the EDC to teleport the Decepticons out of there. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 3: The Mind Bomb|The Mind Bomb}} The Decepticons clashed with the Autobots again at the EDC's [[Marshall Islands|Bikini Atoll]] base in a battle that ended with massive damage to their [[Nemesis (G1)|ship]]. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 5: I Dream of Wires|I Dream of Wires}}

[[File:SouthOfHeaven-BrawlLaserbeakBuzzsaw.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.8|Brawl's secret love for the song "I'm Like A Bird" is revealed.]]
Brawl joined Soundwave's group in visiting the satellite commune that the humans were building for them near Jupiter, but found himself the source of many of [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]'s jokes due to his unease floating around in zero-gravity. {{storylink|South of Heaven}} He took a shuttle back to Cybertron with [[Needlenose (G1)|Needlenose]] to make contact with the disgruntled Decepticons and teamed up with [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]], and proceeded to whip up anger and intimidate Camien evangelists. Brawl told Dreadwing that Galvatron was the leader they should've ''always'' had, but during a bar conversation with their new ally, Brawl found himself increasingly angry that Needlenose kept talking about negotiations, soft power, and communes. He overturned their table and got cheers from the crowd as he yelled that the Decepticons should just ''take'' "what is ours", from equality to whole planets. (Then, being a dick, he asked Needlenose to buy replacements for the drinks he'd just spilled.) {{storylink|The Transgressors}}

Remaining on Cybertron, Brawl started hanging out with his fellow Combaticon teammates again as they stewed over Starscream's leadership and his attempts to sweep the past aside. {{storylink|The Will of the Few}} On [[Chosen One Day]], Brawl and the guys bought Onslaught a brand new grenade to show him they cared. {{storylink|Choose Me}}

[[File:Perihelion-BrawlShoulderTackleArcee.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.8|That's for [[Spotlight: Arcee|THIS]]!!!!]]
Following a Decepticon rally, Brawl and his fellow Galvatron loyalists approached Starscream about getting unfettered access to the space bridge for their people. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 1: Aphelion|Aphelion}} That night, they led a Decepticon march through Iacon Spaceport 1. After blasting Needlenose's interfering brother [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]], Brawl and the other Decepticons used the bridge to travel to the ''Ark-7'', where they confronted the Autobots trapped inside Blackrock's force field. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}} Brawl battered Arcee into shutdown, then walked into the captured bridge and casually shot the defeated [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]. Then he cut into Needlenose's call to Soundwave and explained the ''real'' reason for all this: Galvatron wanted them to invade Earth and all that "peace" and "alliances" talk was bunk. The ''Ark-7'' was crashed into [[Shanghai]] and the Decepticons all fell into line with Galvatron, with Brawl cheerily telling Needlenose he was glad the guy hadn't gone soft after all. NOW LET'S KILL SOME HUMANS!

When the Autobots abruptly arrived {{storylink|Conquerors Part 4: Perihelion|Perihelion}} Brawl ecstatically threw himself into the fray. However, the [[Earth Defense Command]]'s "[[mindbomb]]" felled him within the first minute, the [[People's Liberation Army Mecha Force|Chinese Mecha Force]] began tearing through the Decepticons, and all his team either fled to Soundwave or, in Galvatron's case, teleported out. Brawl was taken through the space bridge by [[Ironhide (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Ironhide]], but began fighting his way through the Autobots in a panic and reignited the fight at the other end. Barely surviving an attack by Devastator, he was able to slip away. {{storylink|All Hail Optimus Part 1: Once Upon a Time on Earth|Once Upon a Time on Earth}}

While Onslaught was busy trying to find Swindle's body, Vortex and Brawl took several odd jobs to pay for their home and Engex. He showed particular annoyance when Blast Off went out as well, given that their client was found by Blast Off. {{storylink|07:00:00}} During the riots, Vortex and Brawl took Engex bets on whether or not Blast Off was alive; Vortex won the bet and added that today was a good day for the Combaticons as a whole. When Onslaught took Blast Off for debriefing, Vortex threatened that he and Brawl would go on without them, though it proved just to be hot air. {{storylink|Applicable Skills}}

[[File:TheLineBetweenUs CombaticonsAntespace.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.8|]]
When Blast Off eventually found the location of Swindle's body, he and Onslaught went after Rattrap. They soon met up with Blast Off and Vortex, who had learned from Wheeljack that Swindle was brain dead and his body was being held deep inside Metroplex. After being led to Swindle, {{storylink|Things We Said We'd Never Do}} Onslaught used the [[Enigma of Combination]] to fuse all of the Combaticons into [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. However, due to Swindle's brain dead mind, Bruticus was incredibly unstable, and Brawl initially panicked from Swindle's pain of being shot. Regardless, Brawl, Vortex and Onslaught all began reveling in their new-found power despite Blast Off's reservation regarding their actions. Soon the gestalt was defeated, and Brawl passed out on the pavement. {{storylink|The Line Between Us}}

Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned and awaiting trial, though Ironhide was reluctant to prosecute them if their mental scarring proved too great. {{storylink|Ping}} The Combaticons were still comatose when Starscream told the [[Jungle Planet (colony)|Eukarian]] [[Mnemosurgery|mnemosurgeon]] [[Airachnid (G1)|Airachnid]] to turn them to his side as one of his combiners. Because the Combaticons' minds had imprinted on each other during their combination, Airachnid found them more susceptible to the process, and thus had them believe that they had always been working for Starscream, using the aware-of-the-manipulation Blast Off to cover any holes in the story. As a result, Brawl and the others were made to believe that they had been Starscream's secret and loyal bodyguards, and that their forming of Bruticus had been a last-ditch attempt to save Swindle's life with Starscream's approval. {{storylink|The Price of You}} Soon the Combaticons "resumed" their work of protecting Starscream, and on Onslaught's first day back Brawl prepared to take the night shift. {{storylink|If I Know You}}

[[File:TAAO Annual Brawl Fears.jpg|right|220px|thumb|Brawl singlehandedly doubles his character development within a single page.]]
Brawl was among the security detail for the ceremony to welcome Earth into the Council of Worlds. When [[Iron Ring|a group of human assailants]] attacked, he mobilised to fight back and evacuate Starscream. {{storylink|First Strike issue 1|First Strike #1}}

During her campaign for the role of Cybertron's leadership, Windblade invited people to speak with her one-on-one, Brawl was an unexpected speaker. Admitting that he was now afraid of dying because of the near-death experience caused by the forming of Bruticus, Brawl told Windblade he didn't want the war to start over and that she was the best candidate to prevent that from happening. During the final debate, Starscream revealed all of his crimes to the public, including the manipulation of the Combaticons. As a result, Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned for their rampage as Bruticus. {{storylink|The Chosen One}}

===''Transformers: All Spark''===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Another Episode, Part 1}} {{storylink|Another Episode, Part 2}}}}

===''Kre-O'' online manga===
Summoned by Starscream to act as his elite squad (whose first mission, of course, was to overthrow [[Megatron (Kre-O)|Megatron]]), Brawl rolled onto the scene alongside [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], and a repainted [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]]. When Onslaught boasted that they could leave the strategy to him, Brawl declared that he'd handle the destroying. Like Onslaught and Swindle, Brawl was irritated when Vortex offered to stay behind and guard the base. When the Combaticons combined into Bruticus, Vortex constant worry for the base's safety compelled the team to withdraw. Shortly after, Starscream, under imminent threat of a beating from Megatron, contacted the team to demand to know where they were, Brawl joined his teammates in happily informing their illustrious leader they were all protecting the base together. Aww. {{Storylink|New Military Unit Combaticon! Bruticus, Combine!}}

===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===
The Combaticons infiltrated [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] disguised as their vehicles, with Brawl taking on the form of a [[MOBAT]] tank. During the Decepticon-[[Cobra]] attack on the [[United Nations]], the Combaticons revealed themselves and combined into Bruticus to fight [[GIJONIN]]. {{storylink|Expelled from the Garden}}
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===''Combiner Wars'' cartoon===
Brawl was among the Decepticon troops who bore witness to a pivotal duel between Optimus Prime and Megatron, one meant to end the war before the never-ending arms race between the two factions spiralled further out of control. {{storylink|Prelude to Transformers: Combiner Wars - Optimus Prime}}

===''Win If You Dare''===
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers: Bumblebee - Win If You Dare|Win If You Dare}}}}

===2019 IDW continuity===
{{first|[[Constructicons Rising, Part 4|''Galaxies'' #4]]}}
[[File:ConstructiconsRisingPart4 Combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|right|]]
At some point, Brawl posed in a group photo with many Cybertronians, including [[Blast Off (G1)|Blast Off]]. {{storylink|Open Comms}} As a member of [[The Rise]], Brawl came to pickup the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]] along with the [[Energon]] cubes they had produced off of [[Mayalx]] with [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]], and Blast Off. {{storylink|Constructicons Rising, Part 4}}

Back of Cybertron, [[Exarchon]] the Threefold Spark returned and recruited his old collaborator Shockwave at the Rise base. Brawl and the Combaticons decided to throw in with Exarchon rather than become smaller fish in the Decepticon army. {{storylink|War's End Part One}} The Combaticons deployed to meet a second Threefold Spark body, possessing [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]], at a hidden base he had never shared with Shockwave. They agreed to serve as deterrence for any invaders while Exarchon finished his plans. Sure enough, [[Cyclonus (G1)|Cyclonus]] and a force of Decepticons led by [[Sixshot (G1)|Sixshot]] soon assaulted the canyon. {{storylink|War's End Part Two}} A group of Autobots became involved as well, but they all pulled back once the Combiner [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] arrived from deep space at Shockwave's call. Brawl and the others cautiously welcome Devastator, along with the Rise's other lieutenant [[Slipstream (G1)|Slipstream]] as reinforcements. Exarchon became greedy, however, and tried to impose his spark on Devastator rather than using him as an ally. {{storylink|War's End Part Three}} He failed, but it left the Constructicons disabled and useless as support. The Combaticons soon faced a united attack from the Autobots and Decepticons again. Exarchon was defeated, trapped in a Titan spark cage, which was then destroyed. Brawl and his cohorts were taken into Decepticon custody. {{storylink|War's End Part Four}}

===''My Little Pony/Transformers''===
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===Energon Universe===
[[File:TF2023 no. 9 – Onslaught & Brawl.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.12]]
Brawl and the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] chased down [[Elita One (G1)#Energon Universe|Elita One]] through a [[space bridge]], as [[Onslaught (G1)#Energon Universe|Onslaught]] commanded the team to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]], the fembot shot the space bridge terminal with Brawl halfway through, bisecting the Combaticon at the waist. {{storylink|Transformers (2023) issue 9|Transformers #9}}

After the Autobots retreated and the Decepticons began repairing the space bridge, Onslaught dragged Brawl out of the way, assuring his comrade that he would be made whole soon. {{storylink|Transformers (2023) issue 10|Transformers #10}}

{{ongoing}}
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==Commercial appearances==
*Brawl, [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] were part of a Decepticon attack force that assaulted the Autobots' launch site. All three were rammed by Ultra Magnus in his vehicle mode as he entered the fray. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus commercial}}
*Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons charged down a ravine to face-off against [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]. As they neared him, the Combaticons combined into Bruticus and took to the skies. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Bruticus and Metroplex|Bruticus and Metroplex commercial}}
*Brawl was part of a massive battle between Kreons. He and the Combaticons combined into Bruticus to gain the advantage in battle, and then chased the Autobots off alongside [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]]. {{storylink|Commercial#Kre-O|KRE-O Transformers Micro Changers and Combiners Construction Sets commercial}}

==Games==
===''Transformers Legends''===
Brawl was active in the Decepticon/Autobot war when [[Doctor Arkeville]] created [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]]. He didn't take an active role when the Doctor's creation went on a rampage and was stopped by the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] however. {{storylink|Nemesis Rising}} Brawl assisted [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] and [[Apeface]] in attacking the Autobots on Earth in an attempt to obtain the [[Key to the Plasma Energy Chamber]], but even with his help, the mission was a failure. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Earth Defense Command}}
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===''Angry Birds Transformers''===
{{main|King Pig#As Brawl}}
Brawl appears as one of the first unlockable characters. He is portrayed by King Pig. {{storylink|Angry Birds Transformers (mobile game)|Angry Birds Transformers}}

===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===
[[File:BattleTacticsBrawl.jpg|thumb|400px|left|I could bend over to use my tank cannon, but this oversized gun is ''way'' better!]]
Brawl participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Rare character who could be recruited by collecting 160 units of Cybermetal, and 95 units of Transmetal. He was also a starter character for all players at a later point in the game. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}
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===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===
[[file: BrawlEarthWars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.75|Hey, no need for a giant gun on my back. I got a Grenade Launcher. And '''LOUD ROCKETS'''.]]

Brawl reckons he was built to make noise, and does his best to live up to that assertion, whether talking, shooting or just moving.
But the constant grating, clanking and booming irritates the coolant out of his fellow Decepticons. Even the other Combaticons dislike it.
Brawl's hair-trigger temper makes him even less fun to be around, but at least his arrival on the battlefield has been known to paralyze enemies with mind-numbing fear. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars|Brawl Bio}}

Brawl is one of warriors on Earth alongside his fellow Combaticons. He's probably jealous that [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] got to Earth first before him. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}

When Swindle gets wind that the Autobots are on the move to a signal in the Arctic, he and Brawl try to head there themselves. Brawl, as usual, makes himself REALLY loud by shouting, As usual. Swindle tells him to shut up or at least be more quiet, until Starscream comes and finds out about Swindle's plan, and leads the operation himself. Brawl calls for them to wait up.

When they arrived, he shouted what in the [[Anatomic euphemism#Lugnuts|lugnutz]] had they found. Megatron, who was already there, told him that it was a [[Planet-Destroying Fortress]]. Brawl wanted to blast the entrance open, but Megatron told him that their presence must remain secret to the Autobots on the surface. After Shockwave suggested an alternative, Megatron ordered Brawl to bring in the Constructicons.
{{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Frozen Fortress}}

While the Constructicons were drilling through the fortress. Brawl made himself extremely noisy, And Long Haul complained that "Brawl has to '''SHOUT''' continually!". He set up the high explosives to break though the main chamber, and he and Starscream went in first, but retreated upon seeing Deathsaurus. For once he was speechless. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - What Lies Beneath}}

He appropriately yelled, "LET'S GET OUT OF HERE!" when the fortress was about to self-destruct.
{{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Monster Within}}

*'''Lowest star rating''': 2 stars
*'''Weapons''': Brawl uses a standard issue grenade launcher, but with grenades that make a larger BOOM. And it's loud. VERY loud.
*'''Ability: Rocket Barrage''': Brawl fires a barrage of six rockets dealing moderate damage to a set area. Upgrade for higher damage and louder rockets.
**'''Cost''': 6 ability points +2 for every reuse.

[http://wiki.transformersearthwars.com/character:brawl Brawl at Transformers: Earth Wars Wiki]

===''Transformers Online'' (2017 video game)===
[[File:Brawl TFO.jpg|thumb|right|300px|"Don't worry, my friends! I will be your shield!"]]
{{bigquote|I'm just wild by default.}}

When it comes to notoriety amongst the Decepticons, Brawl is considered the bully of the bunch. Brawl's hot-headed demeanor causes him to easily lose his temper. Regardless of faction, he will relentlessly attack anyone who gets in his way. Despite his wild, militaristic disposition, Brawl is still an exemplary soldier in combat. He is often assigned to serve in a Decepticon vanguard unit. No one knows Brawl's brash shouting was to keep himself sane, because if he keeps quiet, he feels like nothing but a lowly coward.

In battle, Brawl wields the "[[Giant Fists of Fury]]" and a double barreled, semi-automatic "[[Eye of the Thunderstorm]]" submachine gun. His active skill is "Smart Cover":
*'''Smart Cover''' — Brawl projects a transparent wall in front of him that only he and his allies can pass and shoot through. {{storylink|Transformers Online (2017 video game)|Transformers Online}} <ref>[http://tfol.qq.com/act/a20160726data/hero12.shtml Brawl on the Transformers Online website]</ref>
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===''Transformers: Bumblebee Overdrive''===
[[File:BBOBrawl.jpg|thumb|left|100px]]
Brawl was in command of the fifth Decepticon base attacked and destroyed by the Autobots during a series of raids. He pursued the invaders in tank mode launching several bombs and missiles against his target, but foolishly ran over his own bombs and blew himself up. {{storylink|Transformers: Bumblebee Overdrive}}
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===''Transformers Roleplaying Game''===
Brawl was a member of the Combaticons. {{storylink|Decepticon Directive}}

On Earth, Brawl and the other Combaticons acted as a liaison between the Decepticons and the forces of [[Cobra]], offering them advanced alien technology in exchange for their full cooperation. While meeting with [[Chameleon (G.I. Joe)|Chameleon]] in southern [[France]], the Autobots attacked and only narrowly escaped after Onslaught wounded Bumblebee. The Combaticons, minus Swindle, spent days pursuing the battered Autobots across southern France before bumping into a [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] encampment; leery of their advanced weapons and unable to form Bruticus, the Combaticons retreated. {{storylink|Cobra/Con Fusion}}

==Toys==
{{main|Brawl (G1)/toys}}

==Notes==
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*The [[character model]]s of the Combaticons are kinda... okay, ''heavily'' made-up. Brawl has a lot of extra bits, and his arms are completely different from the toy. Early models of the team which were a bit more accurate to the toys—except for the heads, oddly enough—have shown up in various sourcebooks, though Brawl's is still off in some very odd ways. Even his final vehicle-mode model is off-kilter, resembling a British {{w|Centurion tank|Centurion}} more than a German Leopard 1.
*Brawl's animation model was used multiple times (in both robot and tank modes) as [[generic]] Decepticons in the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Armada'' cartoon]].
*In the ''Wings of Honor'' continuity the Combaticons are swayed to the Decepticon side by Deathsaurus appealing to their darker natures, represented by one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Shockingly, Brawl's Wrath was his undoing (though one might also make an argument for Lust. Battlelust, that is.)

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Brawl''' (ブロウル, ブロール ''Burōru'')
*''French:'' '''Baggareur''' (Canada)
*''Hungarian:'' '''Huligán''' ("Hooligan")
*''Italian:'' '''Bomber'''
*''Mandarin:'' '''Jēng-chǎu''' (Taiwan, 爭吵, "Brawl"), '''Chǎo nào''' (China, 吵闹, "Brawl")
*''Russian:'' '''Grom''' (cartoon, Гром, "Thunder")
*''Polish:'' '''Awanturnik''' (TM Semic Comic, "Troublemaker")
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==References==
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[[Category:Combiner Wars Decepticons]]
[[Category:Dreamwave Generation 1 Decepticons]]
[[Category:Elite Guard]]
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[[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]
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[[Category:Marvel Generation 1 Decepticons]]
[[Category:Second Cybertron Alliance]]
[[Category:Super-God Masterforce Decepticons]]
[[Category:The Headmasters Decepticons]]
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==Galen Witwicky==
Interesting that you think she's an Earthling... --[[User:Jimsorenson|Jimsorenson]] ([[User talk:Jimsorenson|talk]]) 20:24, 17 March 2015 (EDT)
:Well, "Galen Witwicky", so I assumed. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 20:38, 17 March 2015 (EDT)
::I'm wagering that this involves a human/Nebulon interspecies relationship! --[[User:Abates|abates]] ([[User talk:Abates|talk]]) 21:43, 17 March 2015 (EDT)

==E-Hobby Starscream==
You guys share links from seibertron but if I want to share it from deviantart, that's bad? I mean the user that published those pages in deviantart is E-Hobby's official user page.(I think).--[[User:Primestar3|Primestar3]] ([[User talk:Primestar3|talk]]) 11:36, 19 March 2015 (EDT)
:It's not e-Hobby that's putting those pages on DeviantArt. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 13:16, 19 March 2015 (EDT)
::Hmm ok then, but still Seibertron is a fan site too, right?--[[User:Primestar3|Primestar3]] ([[User talk:Primestar3|talk]]) 12:16, 31 March 2015 (EDT)

==Joke about Legends Arcee==
If my joke offend you or simply not funny, sorry about that. I'm just joking about sexist tendencies of Japanese culture. In fact, most famous and badass woman transformer only doing cook and wipe Rattrap's ass in this comic.—[[User:MWM|MWM]] ([[User talk:MWM|talk]]) 11:01, 21 March 2015 (EDT)
:Don't worry, I'm not angry. I got what you meant with the joke, but it was still iffy, since it's hard for a reader to tell if it's serious or a criticism of the comic. I appreciate that you took the time to uploaded the image! [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 17:12, 21 March 2015 (EDT)

== 3-D Diorama? ==
Say, where did you find these? [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 21:30, 9 April 2015 (EDT)
:[http://www.tf-base.ru/comics_manga.html] [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 21:32, 9 April 2015 (EDT)
::Thanks![[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 21:50, 9 April 2015 (EDT)
::Ugh...they're all CBR files my computer can't access. Thanks for the link thought. [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 21:50, 9 April 2015 (EDT)
:::They're just renamed rar files. Change the file extension to .rar and upzip them [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 22:39, 9 April 2015 (EDT)

== Magmatron ==

Thanks for the back up there. I THOUGHT I remembered it being the standard but didn't want to remove it without checking so I just cleaned up the grammar. Might possibly be put on the page for the toyline itself, but not sure if it is really worth noting.--[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 16:30, 28 April 2015 (EDT)

== About the Hero Mashers ==

So I guess while you were putting them where they would go, BotCon's official Andromeda's Facebook page went ahead and made it a seperate cluster from anything before. [https://www.facebook.com/permalink.php?story_fbid=1128571057169997&id=1099425733417863] [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 06:51, 10 May 2015 (EDT)

== Sequel series = splinter timelines? ==

Can you show me where this piece of information comes from? I have never heard of this idea before; doesn't it nullify the entire concept of continuities? [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 13:10, 15 May 2015 (EDT)
:I'm not saying I necessarily agree with this interpretation, but it doesn't nullify continuity. Series A happens, then series B happens as a sequel to A. A is definitely the past of B, but that doesn't mean B is the future of A. We have several instances of this happening, notably the Marvel G1 continuity. G2, A Distant Time & Place, Regeneration One, and Classics are all explicitly sequels to Marvel US G1, but are mutually incompatible. Hell, Beast Wars (the cartoon) was implicitly a sequel to both Marvel US G1 AND the Sunbow Cartoon. --[[User:Jimsorenson|Jimsorenson]] ([[User talk:Jimsorenson|talk]]) 13:21, 15 May 2015 (EDT)
::So then the U.S. ''Cybertron'' cartoon is not part of [[Aurex 802.23 Alpha]]? [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 13:23, 15 May 2015 (EDT)
:::It is when it is. The events of the US cartoon are completely relevant -if not fundamental- to the rest of the events on this page. Universal streams are not completely separate timelines. They blend and weave into each other and flow from larger sources, like, you know, '''streams'''. A single cartoon can be part of multiple streams AND its own all at the same time. I swear, people just look at "OOH NUMBERS" and forget the accompanying text that gives context to the numbers, and trip over themselves to be soooooooo clever in splitting up shit. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 13:33, 15 May 2015 (EDT)
::::Well said. And let's be wary of letting the tail wag the dog here. The primary source text should always be, well, primary. Or, in other words, which are you going to believe, your own eyes or something that was published in code in a source book (or in a Japanese Manga with a print run in the hundreds or the like.)--[[User:Jimsorenson|Jimsorenson]] ([[User talk:Jimsorenson|talk]]) 13:47, 15 May 2015 (EDT)

== Mandarin Names ==

Hello, thanks for adding information. However, please do change the spelling for Taiwanese Mandarin Name because the spelling in Taiwan is different from the Hanyu Pinyin in China. Thanks. :D --'''[[User:TX55|TX55]]'''''[[User talk:TX55|TALK]]'' 10:17, 24 May 2015 (EDT)

== Universal streams ==

Looks like we're both working on the same parts of the wiki at the same time. I'll take a break, I have homework anyway. Thanks for fixing up my code. I appreciate the help. (Even if I think you're wrong about Zarak.) --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 18:47, 26 June 2015 (EDT)

== List of characters whose dimensional classification is unknown ==

There's also [[Gaiacross]] and his components. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 15:07, 27 June 2015 (EDT)

== Shell Game characters ==

If this wiki now accepts that RID Optimus-redeco [[Defensor (OTFCC)|Defensor]] is [[Viron]], then is it alright to do the same to the other "[[Shell Game]]" universe characters? [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 13:36, 29 July 2015 (EDT)

==Regeneration One==

Regeneration One is explicitly a sequel to Marvel G1 continuity and belongs sequentially after it in write-ups. That's how the stories are presented, that's how it was branded, that's how the creators want it, and that's how we've written it up. If you want to rearrange things, make a case on a relevant talk page.--[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 08:44, 11 August 2015 (EDT)
:You're really imperious for somebody who just started editing two months ago. ("How the creators want it"? Do you have personal correspondence with Furman on wiki organization?) None of the pages you've reverted actually contain Marvel US G1, which Regeneration One is a sequel to. You are linking together fiction that has nothing to do with each other in regard to those characters. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 14:01, 11 August 2015 (EDT)
::Sorry, I didn't realize that my tenure wasn't long enough to disagree with a six-month veteran like yourself. It's bizarre to not acknowledge that ReGeneration One and Marvel UK don't spring from the same tree and put leagues of fiction between them. And, if I'm "imperious," what are you? You're constantly changing around organizational elements with no discussion, based on whatever new scheme you've come up with. For someone whose been here well under a year, you certainly have strong opinions. I at least lurked for a long while to get the culture. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 15:03, 11 August 2015 (EDT)
:::There's a difference between disagreement and acting like the authority on wiki organization and article writeups because apparently you're the only one who lurked. "Organizational elements" have frequently changed based on users' whims; section reorganization isn't anything new and the last major one was done purely by two users without input from others. In regards to MUK and RG1, it's not the job of character pages to establish points of continuity that aren't relevant to the actual subject of the article. The various versions of Jhiaxus have absolutely nothing to do with each other and putting them under one "continuity" is a ridiculous pretense with no benefit. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 15:26, 11 August 2015 (EDT)
::::Separating RG1 (and Classics) into their own sections would be a major change to a large number of pages and there's been no discussion about it. If you want to do it, there should be talk first so everyone else knows what's going on. [[User:Charles RB|Charles RB]] ([[User talk:Charles RB|talk]]) 21:28, 11 August 2015 (GMT)
::::: And I've asked about it on http://tfwiki.net/wiki/Transformers_Wiki_talk:Community_Portal#Reorganising_Regeneration_One to see what people think. If it's ayes, then it's off to the edits! [[User:Charles RB|Charles RB]] ([[User talk:Charles RB|talk]]) 23:15, 11 August 2015 (GMT)

==Characters with no confirmed universal origin==

Question... have we not specified [[Ramulus|Longhorn (Universe)]] and [[Sunstorm (Universe)]]? Just want to be sure I'm not missing something. --[[User:Jimsorenson|Jimsorenson]] ([[User talk:Jimsorenson|talk]]) 14:26, 17 August 2015 (EDT)
:No, I just forgot to update. Sorry! [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 14:27, 17 August 2015 (EDT)
::Thank you, your list is a handy reference.--[[User:Jimsorenson|Jimsorenson]] ([[User talk:Jimsorenson|talk]]) 14:34, 17 August 2015 (EDT)
Whilst this is being talked about, it's probably worth noting that RTS Strafe hasn't ''reeeaaaally'' had its universe confirmed - it was merged with G1 Strafe for some convoluted reason during the 'AOE Strafe is a counterpart of G1 Strafe' debacle and probably should've been unmerged after all that nonsense was undone. [[User:Jalaguy|Jalaguy]] ([[User talk:Jalaguy|talk]]) 16:16, 17 August 2015 (EDT)
:I'm mostly fine with just assuming he's G1 based on context, but I'd send in a question if you want confirmation. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:30, 17 August 2015 (EDT)
Hey, Saix, should ''Universe'' 2003 [[Smokescreen (Cybertron)|Smokescreen (unreleased)]] be on your list as well? [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 16:21, 17 August 2015 (EDT)

== BW Metals manga ==

Do you still have the BW Metals manga scans? The links on the talk page are dead. --[[User:FortMax|FortMax]] ([[User talk:FortMax|talk]]) 16:48, 13 September 2015 (EDT)
:[http://www77.zippyshare.com/v/0t4p8rcK/file.html], [http://www77.zippyshare.com/v/dWpVVb7v/file.html], [http://www77.zippyshare.com/v/ZXqkMXea/file.html], [http://www77.zippyshare.com/v/ch91fgKi/file.html], [http://www77.zippyshare.com/v/M6MwWTaV/file.html], [http://www77.zippyshare.com/v/jCLxuohn/file.html] [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 09:54, 14 September 2015 (EDT)

==Italics==
Hey, man, saw you unitalicizing [[Ask Vector Prime]]. I don't really care one way or the other, but I seem to see it italicized a lot. Is there a policy or system to this? --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 16:06, 24 September 2015 (EDT)
:AVP isn't a work or a franchise, so it doesn't get italicized. It's something like {{w|Dear Abby}}—a column. Chicago style of editing says columns don't get either quotation marks or italics. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:13, 24 September 2015 (EDT)
::That's fine for me going forward. There's a LOT of AVP where it's in italics though. If you're ever feeling like a quest, rooting them all out might be worth doing. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 16:15, 24 September 2015 (EDT)

==Gong==
Knock it off. It's fine the way it is now. Stop reverting each other. --[[User:Jimsorenson|Jimsorenson]] ([[User talk:Jimsorenson|talk]]) 12:43, 26 September 2015 (EDT)

You were right. I was wrong. Making all the Guardians and Renegades convinced me of that. I apologize to you for my childishness. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 13:01, 26 October 2015 (EDT)
:Not needed, but thank you nonetheless for the apology. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 15:30, 26 October 2015 (EDT)

== Stealth Bomber ==

I see that you put a redlink to [[Stealth Bomber]] on [[Stealth Saber]] and [[Victory Bomber]]'s pages. Did you intend that someone else would pick that redlink up to create a page for Stealth Bomber or did you think that Stealth Bomber didn't merit an individual page? I've wondered about such a thing as we have an individual page for RiD [[Dreadwing (RID)|Dreadwing]] but not for BWII [[Formation Scream]], G2 Megatron+Starscream, and G2 Dreadwing+Smokescreen. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 23:31, 27 October 2015 (EDT)
:I think it warrants a page, hence the link. I was just too lazy to make that page in particular. Formation Scream should also get its own page. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 08:57, 28 October 2015 (EDT)

== Disagreements ==

I saw what you wrote on the Community Portal. I can't speak for others but, though we often disagree, I do value your input and perspective. Also, it makes the times we do agree that much more meaningful. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 16:58, 2 November 2015 (EST)
:Speaking of, there's a contentious GoBots issue on Community Portal, should screen captures be included for character pages or not. I would be interested to hear you weigh in. --[[User:Giggidy|Giggidy]] ([[User talk:Giggidy|talk]]) 09:07, 3 November 2015 (EST)

== Devisiun ==
I understand you may not like the speculative tone, but was it really necessary to also delete the plausible explanation that the secondary star may be encased in a [[wikipedia:dyson sphere|Dyson sphere]]? After all, the text clearly refer to a double star and one of the celestial body represented seems to produce a lot of light. (Besides having spot the same color than the "single" star of said same picture.) Damn... I was only trying to be thorough and objective. How could I contact Scott online so that the answer would be considered by this wiki? -- [[User:Xunk16|Xunk16]] ([[User talk:Xunk16|talk]]) 06:11, 16 December 2015 (EST)
:I'm not Saix, but to quote the [[Help:Contents|wiki's main help page]]: "Speculation to fill gaps should be minimized, and preferably eliminated entirely." It's fine to note the inconsistency, but an extended account of possible explanations is unnecessary. [[User:Jalaguy|Jalaguy]] ([[User talk:Jalaguy|talk]]) 06:46, 16 December 2015 (EST)
:Understood. Thanks, I'll sleep better now. But I'm still going to run a Tranformers RPG campaign and feel that this question may deserve an answer. So the second part of my inquiry remains. Since I will try to ask, where and how such a thing should be done so that the information could validly be forwarded on this wiki? [[User:Xunk16|Xunk16]] ([[User talk:Xunk16|talk]]) 07:04, 16 December 2015 (EST)
::Scott has Twitter and Tumblr accounts you can engage her on. But, honestly? You're looking for complexity where there isn't any. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 09:08, 16 December 2015 (EST)
:::I have to agree. Most casual sci-fi fans don't know what Dyson spheres are, and the concept has never featured in ''Transformers'', as far as I'm aware. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 09:15, 16 December 2015 (EST)

== Your JG1 timeline list ==

Hey, that list on your user page is awesome and really helpful. Though, the Prime AM-28 Leo Prime bio also contains some JG1 info, set post-BWN before he jumps over to Uniend (or over to Gargent, then Nexus, then finally Uniend, as claimed by AVP, but I digress). --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 13:36, 18 December 2015 (EST)
:Thanks for the reminder. I mostly constructed it so I would have something to check when organizating fiction sections. Let me know if I'm missing anything else. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 14:31, 18 December 2015 (EST)
::Will do. EDIT: Tale of the Pretenders is missing. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 14:53, 18 December 2015 (EST)
:The G1 GoBots thing might or might not come before Car Robots in a present day sense as the Spychangers came from the future anyway, so the GoBots bio would simply have to come before whatever point in time the Spychangers traveled back in time from. Though, given how things like Binaltech, RobotMasters, and Kiss Players all take place in the timeline at points contemporary to their releases in the real world, perhaps the G1 GoBots bio does as well, taking place somewhere in 2004 (in hindsight, I wish I had asked Sakamoto about this).
:On a different note, the bios for e-HOBBY New Years Lambor and Alert are missing, which should probably go after G-2 but before the two post-G-2 e-HOBBY manga. Also the bio for Magnificus and Ga'mede and the bio for Generations Magnificus, the latter of which would go prior to Badlands, while the former... somewhere years earlier (not sure where, though). And the bios for e-HOBBY Crosscut and Road Rage, which would most likely go after the Super Spychangers but before Binaltech. Any other missing e-HOBBY bios can be found [http://www.e-hobbymagazine.com/category/english/museun_en here] (barring those that lack links, that is). --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 17:19, 22 April 2016 (EDT)

== Italics in establishment names ==

From what I've researched, I have to agree that establishment names aren't capitalized. However, that's how [[The Blue Deployer]] is rendered in the ''TransTech'' text stories. Think that's worth noting under "Errors"? [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 16:16, 19 December 2015 (EST)
:I guess. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:17, 19 December 2015 (EST)

== Just to avoid any edit wars over pastel horses... ==
I understand that the captions are about humor over anything else, but maybe the caption should at least be a ''little'' less confrontational in tone? I'm not against humor in the article itself, but that opening caption's not exactly ''good'' humor. It's more mean-spirited than simple jokeyness that this wiki thrives upon; so I decided that a joke about Bumblebee's kid-appeal nature (and thus perceptiveness to what's popular with kids) would be a bit less potentially divisive overall, and less likely to appear mean-spirited.

I expect that sort of tone in the articles for stuff like B.O.T, The Beast or Kiss Players, the really awful, terrible stuff we ''have'' to rip into pieces because of how bad they are, not an article on My Little Pony. It's kind of like opening, say, a Soundwave article by poking fun at his speech with a disabled joke in his first image caption because of his speech pattern; it's ''easy'' and can get a few laughs, but overall it's just not worth it because not everyone will find such jokes to be really funny. And above all else, I'd like to think that we as a community are above those sorts of cheap jokes just for a few laughs.

Not trying to come off as indignant here, honest. I'm just wondering if maybe the caption joke isn't really good in any capacity. And if a caption isn't funny, then really, we shouldn't defend it just because of longevity. We obviously need the funny to stay, but to ignore potentially valid points just for the sake of a joke seems...well, kind of odd for this Wiki. We're jokey, but nowhere unappropriate have I seen the wiki's captions actually being ''that'' harsh towards a subject.

It's also a jarring shift in tone to go from "Only the dead can know peace from this evil" as an opening caption to "Don't go looking for the Tooth Fairy without it!" as the next caption down the page. They're both aiming for humor, but one's more "Ha-ha look at this silly situation!" and the other is more "Ha-ha let's make a "ponies are evil" joke because it's teh funnies!".

Again, not wanting to look entitled; but I'm curious about why the edit was reverted so quickly. [[User:MaximalBroadjaw|MaximalBroadjaw]] ([[User talk:MaximalBroadjaw|talk]]) 00:48, 27 December 2015 (EST)

== SPOILERS ==

Please remember to use the Spoiler warning template when adding new material. I just stumbled across information you added to [[Lio Convoy]] about [[Sunrise]] before I had a chance to read it. --[[User:Xaaron|Xaaron]] ([[User talk:Xaaron|talk]]) 08:56, 8 January 2016 (EST)
:I apologize. I'll try to remember not to do that again. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 09:08, 8 January 2016 (EST)

== Moving images ==

Sorry about that. I thought it was a more efficient use of space to align the tops of the images with the headers. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 20:55, 12 January 2016 (EST)

==About Grimlock==
They're both from Viron universes, and both technically part of the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|2001 Robots in Disguise]] continuity.
Someone could be all like, "Wait, I though RID's Grimlock was a big green backhoe. Who's this Dinosaur?"
Imagine if there were two Optimus Primes in one continuity, even if they looked completely different, would it not be within reason to distinct the two from one another?{{unsigned|PsychoShark}}
:Your hypothetical is ridiculous. Explain to me the process in which this situation would arise. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 19:01, 25 January 2016 (EST)
:Plus the disambig link at the top already exists. --[[User:ItsWalky|ItsWalky]] ([[User talk:ItsWalky|talk]]) 19:05, 25 January 2016 (EST)

While going through my talk page, I noticed that PsychoShark mentioned that the [http://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/index.php?title=Grimlock_(Dinobots)&diff=next&oldid=1048629 note] he added to [[Grimlock (Dinobots)]] was based on a similar note from [[Slapper (Dinobots)]]. Seeing as how we've deemed the other one unnecessary, I thought you might want to remove the one on Slapper's page. -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 07:44, 7 February 2016 (EST)

== Universal origins list ==

If it's of interest to you for your user page list, I've seen that [[Nitpick]], [[Comet]], [[Beamer (G1)|Beamer]], [[NightViper]], [[Kickstart]], [[Heavyfoot]], [[Ironclad]], [[Fastbreak]], [[Aston]], [[Miss-Q]], "[[Kamen Rider Amazon]]", [[Time Limit]], [[Clutch (GoBots)|Clutch]], and [[Warpath (GoBots)|Warpath]] all have indeterminate cluster origin, albeit that they're all intentionally ambiguous and/or their origins are unlikely to ever be revisited. [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 22:57, 27 January 2016 (EST)

== eptitle ==

With screencaps for episodes whose titles have been disambiguated, you can use the "eptitle" parameter to set the text of the link different from the actual link. For example, with [[Volcano (episode)]] from RID, you would put

'''<nowiki>{{RID2001cap|description.|Volcano (episode)|</nowiki>1|eptitle=Volcano}}'''.

Then, the link will show up like this:
[[Volcano (episode)|Volcano]]

Nice work on all that cleanup, by the way. Cheers! -[[User:Foffy the Sheep|Foffy the Sheep]] ([[User talk:Foffy the Sheep|talk]]) 20:33, 1 March 2016 (EST)

== Dinosaurs ==

Okay, examples to try and clarify:
*火星 means "Mars". The kanji, treated separately, are literally rendered as "Fire Planet", but still plainly mean "Mars". It's not just being used to "refer" to Mars, it's straight up the name the Japanese give to the celestial body the English call "Mars".
*固定電話 means "Landline Phone". The kanji, treated separately, render as "Hard-determined Electricity-talker".

As demonstrated in the dictionary entries I posted, Japanese dictionaries ''dont'' give readers the symbolic runaround that the Dinoforce pages were using -- they simply treat "Gairyuu" as the word for an Ankylosaurus. I suppose I may be being somewhat oversensitive, but choosing to render Japanese words in a symbolic breakdown like that, contrary to how it's intended to be interpreted, feels a lot like refusing to acknowledge that it even ''has'' words for these concepts, and feels kind of Tarzanesque? I don't feel it's removing information, since to a Japanese speaker, Gairyuu doesn't ''mean'' "Armored Dragon" -- it means Ankylosaurus, just like to an English speaker (or Greek, if you want), Ankylosaurus doesn't "fused lizard", it means a type of dinosaur with an armored back and club tail --fused lizard is just the root of the name.

In addition, while many Japanese names for Dinosaur use "ryuu" in a similar manner to how English uses "saur", "ryuu" itself does not mean dinosaur, nor are dinosaur called "ryuu" -- as with English, they are instead called "恐竜", or "Ferocious dragon". I mean, "-saur" would be a workable translation of "ryuu", no complaints, but as in English "saur" is used to refer to more than just dinosaurs (e.g. Pterosaurs, Plesiosaurs, etc.) And in fact, Pterosaurs and Plesiosaurs include 竜 in their Japanese rendering.

I definitely see the value in retaining the kanji meanings here, especially if that's a thing we're going to be doing with characters like Triceradon, too. But I think we should make it clear that those are the ''root'' of the names, rather than treating the Japanese names as if they don't have specific direct meanings that a Japanese speaker would recognize.[[User:KrytenKoro|KrytenKoro]] ([[User talk:KrytenKoro|talk]]) 01:11, 2 March 2016 (EST)

== Image of Comet ==

I see that you have uploaded good quality images from almost every Club story PDF. Is there any reason you haven't got the one of dead [[Comet]] in "[[Withered Hope]]"? [[User:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47]] ([[User talk:S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47|talk]]) 16:58, 15 March 2016 (EDT)

==Other Decepticons==
Why can't you just leave that link in, it works perfectly well, and dont forget they also are alchemor inmates. I dont see the problem with just having that there. - Junkheap117
:Stop fucking obsessing over this. They are not actual characters, and your overall antics are exhausting my patience. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 18:57, 21 March 2016 (EDT)

== Blackarachnia talk page ==

I understand talk pages are not chat rooms. The reason I posted that was because the article itself seems to question why the chest is transparent, so I thought that might explain it. I didn't just go and edit the page because I knew it would be undone. [[User:Avalanche|Avalanche]] ([[User talk:Avalanche|talk]]) 21:03, 10 April 2016 (EDT)

== Being last seen ==

Here's my take, for what it's worth. A ''good'' write-up is not a list of things that happened one after the other. A good write-up is a story unto itself. It is the story of that character, and it should read as "complete". And when the cartoon or comic adventures of that character stops abruptly - when a character's final appearance is as a face in a crowd and they receive no personal "finale" - then it's the job of the write-up to note that they "were last seen"/"last appeared"/"made their final recorded appearance", etc, to bring that write-up's "story" to its end, instead of, essentially, just stopping in what reads as mid-story. The complete BWII write-up of the Autorollers just stops mid-story. It does not read as complete. At best, a reader's reaction is "Oh, huh, I guess that's it, then," instead of knowing that they are reading an end - but really, an less-informed reader has no reason to assume there isn't more just because there's isn't a stub saying so. We don't always have stubs! There shouldn't be any expectation on the reader to know that storylinked title is the final episode, if it even is. The write-up needs to say this is "the end" for that character. Yes, they return for a cameo in BWN, but that's a separate header. The were "last seen" during the battle on Gaea in that moment. It's no more "out of universe" than describing art or writing errors as "anomalous accounts" or "erroneous reports" is. I'm not getting into an edit war or even fighting to make this change; I'm just saying, it's pretty standard "handbook" write-up terminology, how I write mine, and how I will continue to write them. - [[User:Chris McFeely|Chris McFeely]] ([[User talk:Chris McFeely|talk]]) 17:05, 25 April 2016 (EDT)

== Hey ==

Here's some more BotCon Diamond bios: http://postimg.org/gallery/7wuis1oc/27b9edf7/ [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 13:15, 1 June 2016 (EDT)
:Cool, thanks. I'll have a look when I get home. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 13:37, 1 June 2016 (EDT)

== Can you identify anyone else? ==

So regarding the new in-development Transformers Online, I stumbled across a trailer of some characters and skills in action. Right now, I can only make out Jazz, Bumblebee, and probably Swindle. Can you tell if the rest of the transformers in this video resemble any other character? Thanks! --[[User:The Seeker|The Seeker]] ([[User talk:The Seeker|talk]]) 19:01, 2 August 2016 (EDT)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5qFTeBn-BS8

== Dinobot (RID) article ==

the dinobot were reference in prime season 3 were they not? RID 2015 is the sequel to prime is it not. so why are not adding prime to that page. Yes they were only reference. but still though wouldn't it make more sense for that cartoon in that dinobot section. i mean are more a sequel to the game when you stop to think about it. Also there is no evidence supporting the fact were referring to the fall of cybertron version of the dinobots.--[[User:Projectus|Projectus]] ([[User talk:Projectus|talk]]) 04:29, 12 August 2016 (EDT)
:At the time that Miko and Bulkhead made that reference, the RID Dinobot subspecies didn't even exist yet. There was no way that the Prime cartoon was referencing something that never existed at the time that it made the reference. The FOC Dinobots, however, did exist, and were part of an active attempt to better unify the Aligned media between the games, the tie-in comics, and the Prime cartoon. Miko's and Bulkhead's Dinobots reference only makes sense in regards to the FOC Dinobots since they were only Aligned Dinobots that existed at the time the reference was made. What you're asking is for us to declare Miko's and Bulkhead's reference as having been retconned into referring to a subspecies that would not come into existence until later on, yet there has been no official media that has made such a retcon. We as fans have ZERO authority on such matters and are not going to start declaring our own unofficial retcons for virtually no other reason than "because we want to", as you seem to want us to do. Besides, Bulkhead's referring to Dinobots as something "Totally different" from how the Predacons were like a natural Cybertronian dinosaur species makes no sense in regards to the RID Dinobots, since the RID Dinobots for all intents and purposes do very much seem to be like a natural Cybertronian dinosaur species while the FOC Dinobots were an artificially-created subgroup that very much does make them totally different from a natural Cybertronian dinosaur species. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 11:19, 12 August 2016 (EDT)

== [[Roboid]] [[Nook]] ==

Isn't it generally TFWiki's practice to ''point out'' Easter eggs, homages, and the like? --[[User:Rhymus|Rhymus]] ([[User talk:Rhymus|talk]]) 05:10, 3 September 2016 (EDT)

== Regarding TFO edits ==

Saix, I know there is currently no official parameter and that it's not within the wiki's obligation to decide upon an arbitrary translation, but some of the transliterations, even by Chinese (BOTH Taiwanese and Mainland Chinese) standards, are just flat out nonsensical and frivolous. I hope you understand that there are multiple ways (via synonyms) to translate the hanzi, and I can speak from experience behind the screen as a bilingual Mandarin-English speaker, and as a professor's teaching assistant in Elementary Chinese irl. [[User:The Seeker|The Seeker]] ([[User talk:The Seeker|talk]]) 10:50, 14 September 2016 (EDT)
:By transliteration, I assume you actually mean translation? I realize there is leeway in translation to convey the same idea in a different language, but some of your translations were still questionable and played too loose with the meaning of the hanzi, in my opinion. Take 命运之殇 in particular—I don't understand how you derived "war" out of it, unless you were going by Google translate, when it's a straightforward name based on the certain death it supposedly doles out (as opposed to "Destiny's War", which means absolutely nothing). Or how you got "Laser Wrench" from F型扳手. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 13:16, 14 September 2016 (EDT)
I didn't use Google Translate. I consulted with native speaking relatives and peers and utilized Systransoft.com as well as MDBG, which I find for both to be more adequate. Bluestreak's sniper rifle, from the hanzi I recognize, can have synonymous possibilities. Certainly, "Destiny" can be interchanged with "Fate", altho I will admit, the second half of the title can be considered as: "war casualty" or "death" in general. For the second example, there's clearly no resemblance to an actual F-Type Wrench whatsoever, so I find even calling that weapon an "F-Type" in practicality to be redundant. (I've been a workshop assistant for a good year or so, so I've been familiar enough with tools in the shed.) If anything, Wheeljack's Melee weapon is identified as a Pipe Wrench, so shame on Tencent for the misleading name. [[User:The Seeker|The Seeker]] ([[User talk:The Seeker|talk]]) 15:19, 14 September 2016 (EDT)
:A wiki is not the place for creative "translations" that basically are localizations. If the name is literally "F-type Wrench", then it's F-type Wrench, regardless of how much you think it makes sense. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:39, 14 September 2016 (EDT)

== Deluge ==

first of all, i know the story has deluge as both, but in most universe, he's and his decepticon counterpart are there own individual. i was trying to make that clear to the people reading that story, but you thought i was too stupid to realize that, i mean yes the blackout thing was stupid on my part. but seriously you could have easily edited it to say that this Deluge is a amalgam of both version.--[[User:Projectus|Projectus]] ([[User talk:Projectus|talk]]) 21:29, 28 December 2016 (EST)

== Missed the joke ==
While I appreciate the effort to correct errors on the page bearing my name ([[Mark Baker-Wright]]), it should be noted that the word "misspelled" was misspelled (as "mispelled") on purpose....--[[User:G.B. Blackrock|G.B. Blackrock]] ([[User talk:G.B. Blackrock|talk]]) 18:21, 13 January 2017 (EST) (sorry to get to this so late. I actually don't go around looking at my own page that often)
:Ah, I was using an automated tool that does automatic corrections and wasn't really reading that closely. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 22:05, 13 January 2017 (EST)

==Model Numbers==
hey, i saw that you undid some of my edits for adding model numbers back into these wiki pages (apologies if i did it wrong!) - but how can we get these reinstated? that information is very useful, and should be on each of the main collection pages...

== Godbomber revision? ==

Why was my info deleted on the godbomber page? - [[User:Asda|Asda]] ([[User talk:Asda|talk]]) 11:28, 28 September 2017 (EDT)

== Don't revert my notes man ==

It's not needless my friend, it's just extra information that many Transformers fans I know would be happy to find on here. Please don't revert people's notes, even if you feel that it's "needless". If anything, I'm '''adding''' notes, not pruning them. Smh.
: Please stop adding notes. They're not good notes. --[[User:ItsWalky|ItsWalky]] ([[User talk:ItsWalky|talk]]) 23:57, 1 January 2018 (EST)
::"Pruning" was what I was doing, and we are not obligated to store every passing thought you have. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 00:05, 2 January 2018 (EST)

== Run For Our Lives ==

Like you, my first instinct when I created the article was to use lower case for "for", as is grammatically correct, but the official title actually leaves it capitalized (see [https://www.go90.com/videos/37rr2B0WBM6 here]). By comparison, other TR episode titles that have conjunctions or articles choose to use lower case as normal ("Aftermath and Rebirth", "At the Last Second", etc.), so the capitalization of For stands out by comparison. Thus, technically, the title was more accurate as it was. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 12:35, 2 January 2018 (EST)
:I don't consider websites to be particularly authoritative in capitalization, especially when the actual "official title" in the episode itself is "RUN FOR OUR LIVES". People rarely remember every rule about how to capitalize titles, and we don't need to drive ourselves crazy accounting for every mistake some website has in rendering them. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 13:48, 2 January 2018 (EST)

== SG Fistfight, Insecticons ==

Why did you remove the note about SG Fistfight's deco? Do you dispute that it's true, that it's verifiable, or that it's noteworthy?

It's true that he's orange and black, as verified by [[Transhuman]]. As for it being noteworthy, ''This character has no official visual representation whatsoever... yet, at least'', so shouldn't we at least mention what we know about his physical appearance?

As for his sharing Tyrannitron's deco, G1 Fistfight and Tyrannitron were Action Master partners of opposing factions, just like Skyfall and Banzai-Tron were Action Masters of opposing factions (so SG Skyfall got G1 Banzai-Tron's deco), the Technobots and Terrorcons were combiners of opposing factions (so the SG teams swapped decos), etc. Moreover, G1 Fistfight and Tyrannitron were partnered with Shockwave and a Dinobot, respectively, further emphasizing a rivalry for SG to flip around.

If you look at almost any SG character's article, we typically note what inspired or seems to have inspired that character's deco, even if it is unconfirmed.

Speaking of unconfirmed, why does everyone insist that ''Generation 1 Zaptrap was officially repurposed as Shattered Glass Shrapnel'' if his only appearance colors him like someone else? i'd appreciate your comments [[File_talk:Insecticons_SG.jpg|here]], please.

--[[User:Rhymus|Rhymus]] ([[User talk:Rhymus|talk]]) 04:50, 14 January 2018 (EST)

== Crossformers/Pretenders ==

I get that Japan never identified the Crossformers (or the Dinoforce) as Pretenders, but the TransTech story "Gone Too Far" does refer to Black Shadow as both a Crossformer and a Pretender, with Hubcap referring to him as "some kind of ''Pretender''!", Jackpot asking "Who ever heard of a Pretender with a ''robotic'' shell? I hate this universe!", and the narration reading "He had hoped that the Pretender’s focus would be split between controlling both the shell and his own body." Granted, all three of these could arguably be just from the perspective of those two Autobots, using a term that's familiar to them to refer to a kind of Transformer they've never encountered before, but I figured it was at least worth pointing out. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 17:04, 19 January 2018 (EST)

== Hi! Cylas here. ==

Are you just following me and undoing my (admittedly) "sub-par" edits? Also, if/when you do, could you give a reason? And your comments sometimes hurt my feelings. -[[User:Cylasbreakdown|Cylasbreakdown]] ([[User Talk:Cylasbreakdown|talk]]) 6:54 PM (MST)

And for your information, Aligned is, according to this wiki, a continuity family. It doesn't have an official name, but go to the family's [[Aligned continuity family|page]] and see for yourself everything that it encompasses. The Covenant of Primus and the Novels and Prime and Robots in Disguise and Rescue Bots and War for Cybertron and Fall of Cybertron. [[User:Cylasbreakdown|Cylasbreakdown]] ([[User talk:Cylasbreakdown|talk]]) 00:11, 6 April 2018 (EDT)
*Edit: I should have actually read the article before I wrote that comment. Yes, the Aligned family has some inconsistencies. Yes, it can be interpreted as several similar universes that don't necessarily line up. But Aligned is still a continuity family, and the inconsistencies are worth noting.
**Edit to the edit: Forgot to sign. [[User:Cylasbreakdown|Cylasbreakdown]] ([[User talk:Cylasbreakdown|talk]]) 00:19, 6 April 2018 (EDT)
:Okay Saix. I can handle the Novel trilogy as not being in the same universe as Prime. But RID is a ''direct sequel'' to Prime. Okay, maybe my thing with Thunderhoof wasn't good. But that doesn't change the fact that Prime and RID are in the same universe. -[[User:Cylasbreakdown|Cylasbreakdown]] ([[User talk:Cylasbreakdown|talk]]) 18:35, 9 May 2018 (EDT)

== Stop undoing my edits ==

You are just removing everything I post at this point, most of them without even stating why. Stop it. This isn't your website. I have just as much right to contribute as you. And I'm allowed to make jokes: rule 1 of this wiki: the funny stays. If you keep doing this, I'm taking it to the moderators.
* Edit: Leave my posts alone. Anything you delete, I'm just going to put back. I've had enough of you trying to bully me off this site. And from the look of this page I'm not the only one.

== Legends chapter 53 ==

I think that the in the top right panel of page 2, the guys protecting Dinobot, Tigatron, and Cheetor are ''Device Label'' Grimlock, ''Prime'' Arcee, and ''Disney Label'' Mickey Mouse. Also Maybe Diabattles with Rhinox? Also possibly Cybertron Optimus in supermode sticking his feet in right above Windblade. [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 19:19, 9 August 2018 (EDT)

== Chinese names ==
Hello,I'm user IDWchromedome.These Chinese names(okay,most) really come from hasbro officials,I admit a few are not,I will be careful later.I have a Chinese Dreamwave Illustrations book.This book is officially licensed by Hasbro,most are written according to that book.and I'm Chinese.As you can see,My English level is very bad,So I don't know you can understand what I'm saying.I hope you can understand,if I offended you,I'm sorry.

== M'Ress ==

I'd just like to take this moment to explicitly thank you for [https://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/index.php?title=M%27Ress&diff=1288196&oldid=1288175 fixing] my glaring omission from M'Ress's introduction. I don't know how such a mistake escaped my notice. --[[User:Andrusi|Andrusi]] ([[User talk:Andrusi|talk]]) 10:10, 27 September 2018 (EDT)

== Could you move all the info for Cyberverse McDonalds to G1 ==

I didn't know the McDonalds toys were G1 not Cyberverse. Could you move all those McDonalds entries from the Cyberverse pages to G1 pages then? Be sure to edit any pictures and the fast food promotion and McDonalds page as well. Or you can just wait until later where I'll probably do it, I dunno. [[User:Notirishman|--notirishman]] ([[User talk:Notirishman|talk]]) 22:41, 13 October 2018 (EDT)

== Why remove the new section in Twelve-of-Twelve? ==

Just wondering why you'd change it. In character synopsis articles we usually break up the character's history into smaller sections. In this case, literal millions of years have passed between the Lost Light's adventures in the Functionist universe and the arrival of Council-controlled Primus in the main universe. If anything necessitates the addition of a new section, it's this. Is the article just not long enough to be split up? Or is there some other reason?

Also, I'd like to bring your attention to my questions on the [[Talk:Functionist Council|Functionist Council talk page]]. Is it okay to copy-paste that same paragraph in the other members' articles? [[User:Genitus|Genitus]] ([[User talk:Genitus|talk]]) 13:54, 17 October 2018 (EDT)
:Because we don't "usually" do that; only in long IDW subartciles, which Twelve isn't. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 14:08, 17 October 2018 (EDT)
::Okay, that's what I thought. What about my second question? [[User:Genitus|Genitus]] ([[User talk:Genitus|talk]]) 14:48, 17 October 2018 (EDT)
==Why did you change the acid storm (Cyberverse) page==
the discussion agree that till thing are sorted out we try gender-neutral pronoun (Like what Simon Furman did). yes there was the episode but that could have been a script error.--[[User:Projectus|Projectus]] ([[User talk:Projectus|talk]]) 17:26, 29 October 2018 (EDT)

== Legal drinking age ==

Nope. Wyoming did not raise its drinking age until 1 July 1988 while Louisiana had raised its but had enacted a loophole that basically left the age at 18. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 07:59, 23 April 2019 (EDT)

== BW Megatron edits ==

Hi, I'd just like to apologize for overfixating on sneaking in complaints about Masterpiece Megatron's Japanese voicebox. I made the mistake of thinking that the wiki's informal tone gives people leave to treat it like a TV Tropes YMMV page, and I based most of those edits on YouTube comments that I saw that affirmed my own opinion at the time (that is, that the Japanese voice box drives the price up merely to affirm that the toy represents a wackier and less threatening version of the character that is absolutely not my literal David Kaye-voiced husbando).

I should absolutely find other things to edit, to focus on useful information (such as poseability, objective comparisons between figures, etc.) rather than using the wiki to vent my salt boner. (As for my previous opinion, I'm starting to realize that Chiba's voice clips probably didn't inflate Megs' price ''that'' much, since MP Dinobot comes with no sound gimmick and is nearly as expensive.) --[[User:Samus Aran|Samus Aran]] ([[User talk:Samus Aran|talk]]) 00:36, 23 May 2019 (EDT)

== RBA and Prime Hot Shot ==

Hey, OK sorry if I made that change, but the new Hot Shot is small and young (maybe one of the cybertronians born after the core's rebirth. So, please, he's obviously a separate character from Prime Hot Shot.
[[User:RoboWarriorPrime|RoboWarriorPrime]] ([[User talk:RoboWarriorPrime|talk]]) 17:57, 03 June 2019
: He's not for our categorization purposes. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 08:22, 4 June 2019 (EDT)
::Oh really? Aren't also Grimlock, Sideswipe and Whirl for your categorization purposes? [[User:RoboWarriorPrime|RoboWarriorPrime]] ([[User talk:RoboWarriorPrime|talk]]) 08:42, 04 June 2019
:::We have official material that states those three are entirely different characters from the ones that appeared in WFC/Prime. Just think of Hot Shot's Prime design as a different "version" of the same character, like G1 Megatron in the comics versus G1 Megatron in the cartoon. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 09:28, 4 June 2019 (EDT)
::::I agree with RoboWarrior. Hot Shot and Whirl are almost identical situations of pre-existing veteran Wreckers being distinct from new recruits in Rescue Bots Academy. And the original decisions to split Grimlock, Sideswipe, and Kickback were not based on word from "official material". Not sure where you got that from. --[[User:Xaaron|Xaaron]] ([[User talk:Xaaron|talk]]) 09:38, 4 June 2019 (EDT)
Please hash it out on [[Talk:Hot Shot (Prime)]]. My issue was that somebody came out of nowhere and split a page. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 09:52, 4 June 2019 (EDT)

== Transmutate (character) to Transmutate (G1) ==

Thanks for catching that one. Given how rarely non-characters have franchise tag disambiguations as opposed to "story", "episode", "polity", etc., I felt that we were more likely doing a disservice to our users by insisting on not giving Paddles the (G1) disambig. I hadn't even noticed that the same situation applied to Transmutate. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 11:47, 13 September 2019 (EDT)

==Transformers references==

I was looking for someone to ask: when is something a reference, then? I was operating under the impression that something like, say, ''Cyberverse'' Shockwave threatens to take over the Decepticons when nearly every cartoon version of the character has been a staunch loyalist (except for ''Energon'' Shockblast) would be surprising to people who don't know about the character's comic history.

== Solid Snake and Simon Belmont ==

I was going to add a note about Snake and Simon ending up in another fighting game together, but stopped after seeing the edit history. You stated that "Now that it's not a unique thing, it's not worth noting." To my understanding, they're the only two characters who have articles on this wiki that ended up in ''Smash Bros.'', especially since they both ended up in the same game. What is it about this that makes it not unique or unnoteworthy as trivia? I'm not necessarily against the decision, but am curious about the reason. --[[User:King Starscream|King Starscream]] ([[User talk:King Starscream|talk]]) 16:01, 8 October 2019 (EDT)
:[[Ryu]], [[Ken Masters|Ken]] and [[Inkling]] are playable in Smash too. And [[Bomberman]] is an assist trophy. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 16:09, 8 October 2019 (EDT)
::That and it's not really a trivia point relevant to ''Transformers''. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:44, 8 October 2019 (EDT)

== Super Megatron notes ==

Stuck on mobile right now, so I cant really do it myself, but, several notes:

1. I think the "native humanoids" are younger versions of White Leo and White Lune

2. The "Omega Sentinel"'s details match up more with Titans Return Astrotrain more than Energon Omega's mold [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 09:32, 8 April 2020 (EDT)
:Thanks for catching the Astrotrain thing. I'm waiting till the comic confirms that the cat people are Beastformers, because the details don't match up just yet. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 14:00, 8 April 2020 (EDT)
::One more thing; should the Frenzy/Rumble mold just go on Frenzy's page, seeing as it's almost certainly not JG1 Frenzy, and that he's based more on the toy than the animation model? [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 16:15, 8 April 2020 (EDT)
:::I approached it from the Japanese perspective, so I just put him on the page with blue cartoon guy, but I suppose it doesn't really matter where. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:26, 8 April 2020 (EDT)

== About official Chinese release ==

Excuse me. 黑狗队/HēiGǒuDuì was a translated Chinese name and in an official Chinese release of the comic. So...can it be added?

== Why shouldn’t I blank out the talk page on my own profile? ==

The entire thing was nothing but condescension from jerks. I took their points to heart a long time ago, and I was tired of looking at them. {{unsigned|Phil Bond}} 02:25, 1 September 2020 (EDT)
:It's [[Transformers Wiki:User page#User page etiquette|against site policy]]. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 03:12, 1 September 2020 (EDT)

== Kudos on the cleanup ==

You da Cybertronian on the BWII cleanup! --[[User:Lonegamer78|Lonegamer78]] ([[User talk:Lonegamer78|talk]]) 17:44, 11 September 2020 (EDT)

== New jokes, not edited ones. ==

Just for the record, I didn't edit an existing joke. I edited my OWN joke that was new to begin with. There was nothing there to begin with.
In fact, I'd say Mirage's page was shockingly absent of captions for such an iconic, long-standing character really. [[User:MirageX|MirageX]] ([[User talk:MirageX|talk]]) 18:31, 22 October 2020 (EDT)
:Check the message. It says not to add more jokes if you haven't already been contributing actual content to the wiki. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 18:42, 22 October 2020 (EDT)
Check Mirage's page now. I've written up a partial stub of his WFC Siege storyline. I intend to finish it once I watch the rest of the episodes tonight, possibly tomorrow. It's not the easiest thing to watch, but I'll do it if it means contributing so I'm not chastised for adding missing captions. [[User:MirageX|MirageX]] ([[User talk:MirageX|talk]]) 19:50, 22 October 2020 (EDT)
:Look, are you making contributions because you want to actually improve the wiki, or are you only doing it so you have an excuse to add captions? Because like was said on your talk page, the site is meant to be informative first and funny second. If the real reason you're here is just so you can add jokes, you're probably better off going elsewhere. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 20:28, 22 October 2020 (EDT)

== A request ==

Hey, would you be able to help me out in figuring out what the Japanese names of the Great Transformation are? When Optimus mentions it in Episode 26's Japanese dub, I can hear him say 素晴らしい変化 (''subarashī henka''), which makes sense. But in Episode 1's Japanese dub, I can't tell exactly what the Oracle is saying due to its voice being so echo-y. I can hear the second part of the name as トランスフォーム (''toransufōmu''), but I can't quite make out what the first part is. [https://www.nicovideo.jp/watch/sm2216607 Here's a video] containing the scene in question, with the specific line of dialogue being around the 5:25 mark. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 09:41, 26 October 2020 (EDT)
:I am not good at listening to spoken Japanese, so I'm not of much help. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 13:43, 26 October 2020 (EDT)
::Thanks anyway. --[[User:Sabrblade|Sabrblade]] ([[User talk:Sabrblade|talk]]) 14:32, 26 October 2020 (EDT)

== Can you please tell me the source? ==

I could not find the source that [[Bonecrusher (BW)|Bone Crusher]] was sold under the name Bone Crush (ボーンクラッシュ) when it was imported to Japan.
Can you please tell me the source?
--[[User:CATBBA|CATBBA]] ([[User talk:CATBBA|talk]]) 14:05, 4 December 2020 (EST)
:[https://twitter.com/syncson/status/1200028057051910146 This tweet] has an advertisement that lists the names. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 14:09, 4 December 2020 (EST)
::Thank you. However, this is not an official product list, but an advertisement created by the dealers themselves. It may not be the official name.　It seems to me that the names were deliberately changed or misspelled to reduce the number of characters, especially with respect to the Bone Crusher. Also, I don't know what the standard is for names in the Beast Wars Universe or Transformers Generations to be no good and for names in the Beast Wars Perfect Book to be okay.--[[User:CATBBA|CATBBA]] ([[User talk:CATBBA|talk]]) 14:39, 4 December 2020 (EST)
:::I can't find pictures of the Takara stickers for Bonecrush/Bonecrusher, so this is the best we have to go on. In regards to Perfect Book, the difference is that it is placing the characters in a Japanese context and giving us original fictional details as opposed to Beast Wars Universe and Beast Generations, which are just describing Hasbro product. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 18:31, 4 December 2020 (EST)
::::Although it seems Perfect Book is also just describing Hasbro product, the different names given to the McDonald's toys are worth noting. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 19:08, 4 December 2020 (EST)

== reason for revert? ==

i addressed the errors on the Lightspeed and Nosecone disambiguation pages, and explained them in my [https://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/index.php?title=Lightspeed_%28disambiguation%29&diff=1471508&oldid=1471462 edit] [https://tfwiki.net/mediawiki/index.php?title=Nosecone_%28disambiguation%29&diff=1471507&oldid=1471463 summaries.] Why did you revert to the incorrect versions?

[[User:Rhymus|Rhymus]] ([[User talk:Rhymus|talk]]) 00:11, 26 December 2020 (EST)

== Fixing links ==

While I appreciate your efforts changing links, I just put in requests for Teletraan-X to do it. [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27|Fanofcoolstuff27]] ([[User talk:Fanofcoolstuff27|talk]]) 23:40, 4 January 2021 (EST)

== United EX names ==

There's a couple of guys who don't have their United EX names in Katakana: I think Detritus, Roadblock, Grindcore, Gravedigger, and Clouder are all the ones that need it. [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 18:02, 10 January 2021 (EST)
: (Also, Von Rani and Krieger need their names from Binaltech). [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 18:06, 10 January 2021 (EST)
::Added. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 18:30, 10 January 2021 (EST)
::: Thanks. Also, for whatever reason, RID 15 Sideswipe is missing his Japanese name. I assume it's Sideswipe still, but just in case. [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 18:34, 10 January 2021 (EST)
:::: Got another group: the guys who get named in Solar Requiem. Presumably, it's those who get named in English as well. [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 08:50, 14 January 2021 (EST)

A couple of the Siege/Earthrise guys (Trip-Up and Daddy-O, at least) need their Japanese names added in. [[User:Escargon|Escargon]] ([[User talk:Escargon|talk]]) 14:26, 22 January 2021 (EST)

== Is your name a reference to... ==

:...[[Backstop_(Cybertron)#Notes|Saidos]] / [[Rhinox|Rhino X]]?
:...the {{w|Sai (weapon)|''sai''}} dagger?
:...the Spanish number ''[https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/dos#Spanish dos]'' / the {{w|Roman numeral|Roman numeral}} ''[https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/diez#Spanish diez?]'' ({{w|homophone|Nine}}? [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/nein Nein?)]

Just curious.

[[User:Rhymus|Rhymus]] ([[User talk:Rhymus|talk]]) 01:03, 30 January 2021 (EST)
:It's a Kingdom Hearts character. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 01:04, 30 January 2021 (EST)
::As he said, [https://www.khwiki.com/Sa%C3%AFx]. I was playing ''Kingdom Hearts 2.5'' at the time I signed up for my account. I could probably pick a better name now, but I don't really care enough to change it. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 02:06, 30 January 2021 (EST)

== Big Convoy in Abduction ==

[[File:BigConvoyAbduction.jpg|thumb|100px]]
I think this is most likely Big Convoy.

There are only two other characters that share his silholuette. Nemesis and Ultra Mammoth. However;

* Nemesis Prime is a herald of Unicron, so he shouldn't be imprisoned in the Cauldron. Though there is a chance it is an early appearance still, I guess.

*Ultra Mammoth hadn't been created yet.

It's either Big Convoy or an early appearance of Nemesis Prime.--[[User:Primestar3|Primestar3]] ([[User talk:Primestar3|talk]]) 13:24, 16 March 2021 (EDT)
:It's still just speculation. As the other silhouettes in other panels share a similar design (horns and spiked kibble parts), it could go either way. If the artist can confirm that it's Big or any of his repaints, then we can work from that, but as it stands, it's not enough to go off of. [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27|Fanofcoolstuff27]] ([[User talk:Fanofcoolstuff27|talk]]) 17:22, 16 March 2021 (EDT)

== Legends comic image + Blurr ==

Yes, I'm aware of the events of The return of Blurr; but considering that ''Legends'' is a Japanese comic, I just made a joke about the fact that in Japan the last time somebody saw Blurr was in the cartoon itself, when (after killing him) Shockwave orders to Cliffjumper to dispose of his body. Sorry :) [[User:Grievous Prime|--Grievous Prime]] ([[User talk:Grievous Prime|talk]]) 16:56, 16 March 2021 (EDT)

== ''Energon'' Terrorcons ==

Was wondering what you thought about me making [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27/sandbox/Shadowhawk Desert Type|this]] a thing? [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27|Fanofcoolstuff27]] ([[User talk:Fanofcoolstuff27|talk]]) 04:37, 18 March 2021 (EDT)
:It works for me. Any chance you can do the same for "Command Jaguar Cosmo Type"? [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 04:41, 18 March 2021 (EDT)
::Sure thing, I'll just make this one live and I'll get started on the other. [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27|Fanofcoolstuff27]] ([[User talk:Fanofcoolstuff27|talk]]) 04:43, 18 March 2021 (EDT)

== sorry ==

sorry [[User:GobotsFanForever|GobotsFanForever]] ([[User talk:GobotsFanForever|talk]]) 13:06, 1 June 2021 (EDT)

== Combatant ==

I just wanted to apologize if I came off rudely towards you. We had different perspectives and you were right. I'm sorry if I came off as acting in any way other than in good faith of keeping the wiki organized. [[User:TransFormersfan1|TransFormersfan1]] ([[User talk:TransFormersfan1|talk]]) 16:10, 24 June 2021 (EDT)
:It's alright. No grudges here. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:41, 24 June 2021 (EDT)

== Deleting Others' Messages==

Hey, why'd you go and delete my message on the Hot Shot (Armada) toys talk page thing? I think that that was a tad bit uncalled for. Besides I thought that the talk things were for discussing stuff. I never saw something that said that I couldn't respond to stuff. Mind you, I'm not saying that it doesn't exist, I'm just saying that I never saw it. Also, I hope that I'm not overstepping by asking, but do you even have the authority to remove my post in that sense? I'm asking as I don't know who's in charge on this wiki. [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 12:27, 12 July 2021 (EDT)
:That conversation was SIX YEARS OLD. It was over. Your replying to it was rather pointless and there is no reason for us to keep such things around. Any user can remove pointless responses to long dead conversations.--[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 14:52, 12 July 2021 (EDT)
:: Well, I did not realize that then. I mean, I get the point, yeah, it was old, which I honestly did not even realize until after the deletion, but I personally think that deleting it was tad bit overboard. In my opinion, telling the person that posted it to delete it, reminding them that it was an old conversation and to not do that anymore, or just repremanding them in general would've been better. I just think that deleting it rather than repremanding the person is a bit rude. But eh... what do I know? [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 15:15, 12 July 2021 (EDT)
::: Also, how is a response, comment, or message deemed "pointless" anyway? Like is there a "hard and fast" rule, as they say, or is it just up to the person who reads it? [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 15:18, 12 July 2021 (EDT)
::::"Pointless" when used above, is only in reference to comments that continue conversations that have not been added to in months or years. ANY comment made today to a conversation that has been quiet since 2015 is pointless. --[[User:Khajidha|Khajidha]] ([[User talk:Khajidha|talk]]) 15:48, 12 July 2021 (EDT)
::::: What about the one in the Tantrum G1 talk thing? That had a point, as I was curious. Plus, the people who commented before you were quite helpful, and understanding. [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 16:47, 12 July 2021 (EDT)
:::::::Can you guys please take this conversation off my talk page? I detailed exactly why I deleted your message in the edit history: "Stop replying to old conversations". That's all there is to it. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 16:55, 12 July 2021 (EDT)
:::::::: Sure. I didn't even expect the other person to see this, let alone respond. Plus, I wasn't sure what you meant until after the first message was posted. But either way, you got it, at least from me. I can't speak for the other person. [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 16:58, 12 July 2021 (EDT)

== Stop removing good info. ==

Why'd you remove my Blackarachnia (Animated) toy stuff? That's pretty accurate. It covered it in the show. She is "an [[Archa Seven arachnid]] in a black widow-esque variant". So like what's wrong? I get the grammar part, but not the whole content. [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 00:45, 9 August 2021 (EDT)
:Saix was right to remove that note. The fictional spider species isn't relevant to the toy design. -- [[User:Cyberlink420|Cyberlink420]] ([[User talk:Cyberlink420|talk]]) 00:52, 9 August 2021 (EDT)
:: Oh, I'm sorry. I thought that it was, given most other toys seem to tend to follow that rule. Like stating the model of vehicle or species of animal, even if fictional, especially so if it's mentioned in canon. [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 01:00, 9 August 2021 (EDT)

== What was wrong with my edits? ==

I noticed that you removed my question on [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking's (Prime)]] talk page, and my edits on [[Primus#Fight.21 Super Robot Lifeform Transformers|Primus' toys]] in regards to the cities. Was there something wrong with them? If so, what? So I can avoid making that mistake in the future, as I only want to help ''improve'' this wiki for others, not ''be'' one of the problems it has. [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 12:18, 17 August 2021 (EDT)
:I get an email every time you edit my talk page. Please stop doing that or at least mark your edits as minor. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 14:46, 17 August 2021 (EDT)
:: Oh. I'm sorry. Also, what about the above things? [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 15:06, 17 August 2021 (EDT)
::: I didn't even realize that that ''would'', ''could'', or even ''was'' happening. I just read up on that, and understand, or at least think I understand, ''now'', and I'll try to keep that in mind from now on. Thanks for letting me know that that was a problem, and while on the topic of problems, maybe you could, whenever you remove something of mine, explain why, at least if I have made an error in how I edited in some sense, and/or e-mail me about how to fix it in the future, which my e-mail address is on my talk page for purposes like this, and/or even just straight up tell me on my talk page. Because at the end of the day, I want to help improve this wiki, not ruin it for anyone else and/or ruin their hard work. Which I can't do if I don't even know if I am messing something up unknowingly. [[User:Beetle Bug|Beetle Bug]] ([[User talk:Beetle Bug|talk]]) 15:18, 17 August 2021 (EDT)
:::: Which by the way, the whole problem above, is mentioned here: [[Help:Style guide#Always use the summary box]].

== ID number page ==

Can you please stop editing the ID number page? I have a huge edit I wanna save but I can't because of the editing conflicts that will ensue. [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27|Fanofcoolstuff27]] ([[User talk:Fanofcoolstuff27|talk]]) 11:54, 19 August 2021 (EDT)
:Apologies. I thought you were still sleeping. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 11:58, 19 August 2021 (EDT)
::I haven't even gone to bed yet lol. I had about 4 hours worth of work that I was needing to save but it'd probably take another hour or so for me to sort through. It's mostly coding-related. Sipher suggested on Discord to add the insignia bullets which is mainly what I was working on. It's all saved [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27/sandbox/WIP|here]] if you'd like to take a stab at adding it to what you've done? I need sleep, it's like 4 AM here now lol. [[User:Fanofcoolstuff27|Fanofcoolstuff27]] ([[User talk:Fanofcoolstuff27|talk]]) 12:12, 19 August 2021 (EDT)

== Capitalization of "bodyscrapper" ==

Hey, I see you've updated the term in many places to start with a capital letter. Looking at pages 3, 7, 16, and 20, it's fully lowercase. Seems to me that it's being treated as a common noun, more of a slang synonym for "bounty hunter" and not a proper noun for a subgroup like "Wrecker", at least at this point in the story. I think we should adhere to the fiction and treat it as a common noun as well. [[User:Genitus|Genitus]] ([[User talk:Genitus|talk]]) 20:51, 26 August 2021 (EDT)
:It was capitalized in various points in the article. I don't care if you make all instances lowercase as long as it's consistent. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 20:58, 26 August 2021 (EDT)
::Sounds good, I'll run through the wiki and make it consistently lowercase. [[User:Genitus|Genitus]] ([[User talk:Genitus|talk]]) 21:03, 26 August 2021 (EDT)

== Legends Bonus Edition Vol EX ==

There are three volumes involved in Legends comics: the original strips, the Bonus Editions, and the Bonus Edition Extra volumes. Because there are multiple EX volumes, labeling storylinks as "Bonus Edition Vol EX" is not suitably descriptive. It's the equivalent of stating "RID Annual" when there are multiple annuals. For clarity, EX storylinks should be cited as "Bonus Edition EX Greatshot", "Bonus Edition EX Grand Maximus" or "Bonus Edition EX Metroplex" instead of listing all as "Bonus Edition Vol EX". Agreeable? --[[User:Xaaron|Xaaron]] ([[User talk:Xaaron|talk]]) 11:06, 9 September 2021 (EDT)
:Forgot to respond to this. I'm more than well aware of how the Legends comics are released and don't agree that this is an actual issue to insist on altering their actual names. None of the Legends pack-ins have "descriptive" names. It's fine and we've lived. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 09:39, 10 September 2021 (EDT)
::If we were talking about how to label the actual comic pages, I would agree to use the most accurate title from the pack-ins themselves. But the second storylink title after the " | " is to reduce overly long titles and for reference purposes. You don't think it's useful for visitors to know that "Bonus Edition Vol EX" in Fiction sections actually refers to multiple comics? Especially for characters that appear in several Vol EX issues, and so would have identical links going to different places in their Fiction section? --[[User:Xaaron|Xaaron]] ([[User talk:Xaaron|talk]]) 09:51, 10 September 2021 (EDT)

==Bent Wing==
I apologize - I misunderstood what you had added to that page, and at first reverted based on that misunderstanding. --[[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] ([[User talk:Thylacine 2000|talk]]) 16:55, 15 September 2021 (EDT)

==Notes==
They aren't frivolous. [[User:Tylerwu|Tylerwu]] ([[User talk:Tylerwu|talk]]) 18:24, 4 February 2022 (EST)

=="mainpic" template use==
Just a heads-up, but that template is really only for character pages with NO visual representation of the character whatsoever. A toy picture is perfectly fine as a main pic until it can be replaced with art. --[[User:M Sipher|M Sipher]] ([[User talk:M Sipher|talk]]) 01:27, 14 July 2022 (EDT)

==Notes==
OK thank on clarifying that but why were the rest of my edits removed/undone? [[User:Elitaone|ElitaOne]] ([[User talk:Elitaone|talk]]) 20:17, 19 September 2022 (EDT)

== UK/US issues ==

Hey, don’t mean to disrespect but why are you deleting my edits? I accept the first one might not have been informative enough, I thought the second one was good. Many other US issues talk about this exact topic, and having just read “back from the dead“ I was surprised the continuity issue wasn’t mentioned there. Happy to have your professional feedback. Thanks
[[User:Levyshahar|Levyshahar]] ([[User talk:Levyshahar|talk]]) 13:59, 11 October 2022 (EDT)
:I removed it because it comes off as a personal fixation for you and not a real continuity error. Furthermore, it's not even the right story where Optimus Prime discovers Megatron's survival; Optimus mentally notes it in "[[Skin Deep]]", and the dialogue there is more than ambiguous enough to cover both continuities. [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 17:36, 11 October 2022 (EDT)
::Personal?… Just trying to make sense of the story for me and for future readers. Skin deep comes after Back from the dead [[User:Levyshahar|Levyshahar]] ([[User talk:Levyshahar|talk]]) 01:42, 12 October 2022 (EDT)

== Rifle's design ==

I honestly can't explain why I went for Energon Megatron over TR Galvatron. That one was my bad, sorry. [[User:ThatGuy79|ThatGuy79]] ([[User talk:ThatGuy79|talk]]) 14:03, 29 March 2023 (EDT)

== Is the wiki okay? ==
There's been a fair number of rapid reversions coupled with odd comments recently. Is there a beef that I'm not aware of? [[User:Banpei the Mini-Con|Banpei the Mini-Con]] ([[User talk:Banpei the Mini-Con|talk]]) 21:50, 26 April 2023 (EDT)

==So in regards to the info I added on Bisk's page==
Do you really think his and the Car Vehicon's alt modes don't look similar at all? If so, why? [[User:SerafettinB|SerafettinB]] ([[User talk:SerafettinB|talk]]) 10:04, 26 April 2023 (TRT)

== Transformers: Generation 1 ==

Is issue four supposed to stay the same? -- [[User:Usfmm|Usfmm]] ([[User talk:Usfmm|talk]]) 22:45, 20 February 2024 (EST)
:[https://imgur.com/06HDdCs "Generation 1"]
:[https://imgur.com/JwYGd5i "Generation One"] [[User:Saix|Saix]] ([[User talk:Saix|talk]]) 22:48, 20 February 2024 (EST)

==Book of Cyber-Kells==
Could you please explain why you reverted my edits? I added the Simmons quote because it's the only place where the book is ever named. Also why did you remove the External links as they are also the only place we've had confirmation of the book cover. Also that quote on the other image I left alone because I thought it was policy that quotes for images were left to those who uploaded the images. Thanks. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 23:51, 21 March 2024 (EDT)
:Also, what's wrong with doing "prop stuff" if they're the only clear images of the item? We risk not having adequate documentation of in-universe objects when external sites get deleted/shutdown. [[User:Astrobotix|Astrobotix]] ([[User talk:Astrobotix|talk]]) 23:57, 21 March 2024 (EDT)

== Prime Beast Creator ==

Sorry for messing with the Predacon names on the 'Beast Creator' page! I even missed the bit of the edit history where someone did the exact same thing and you had to do the work of reverting it. I would feel bad for just the once, but I can imagine two separate occasions would be really annoying. Again, I am genuinely sorry and I didn't mean to make such a mess of it. I'll stick it in my watchlist and keep an eye on it in case someone else tries to do the same thing. [[User:Spacebridge Technician|Spacebridge Technician]] ([[User talk:Spacebridge Technician|talk]]) 12:29, 28 March 2024 (EDT)

Transformers Prime: Beast Creator

2024-03-27T15:46:15Z

Spacebridge Technician: Most of the Predacons' names here had spaces in-between with no real precedent, so I'm cutting them out for consistency's sake.

{{picsneeded|Title screen/game screen}}
'''''Transformers Prime: Beast Creator''''' is a [[Beast Hunters]] online game. In it, you can use [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]'s technology to custom-create your own monstrous [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]]!

{{quote|WARNING: Beast creation is highly unpredictable and results may be extremely dangerous.}}

==Gameplay==
''Transformers Prime: Beast Creator'' is a character customization style game. The entirety of the game consists of using one of Shockwave's machines to "generate" a Predacon character. You are presented with a machine in Shockwave's lab, and instructed to fiddle around with it to transform a blank protoform into a fierce warrior. The first step involves picking five colored canisters, dispensed at random, and inserting them into the machine. Each slot corresponds to a different part of the creature's anatomy, and whichever color is selected affects which pre-existing Predacon character's component will be used for the corresponding part of the customized character. The first slot corresponds to the Predacon's head; the second to its arms; the third to its legs; the fourth to its body; and the fifth to its wings or lack thereof.

The second step in the Predacon-creation procedure is the "Energon-type" used to activate it. There are three different colors to choose from, red, purple, and blue. Whichever Energon is picked determines the Predacon's color scheme. Warm colors are generated by the red Energon ore; cool colors are generated by the blue ore; and a mix of both are generated by the purple ore.

The third step involves sliding a gauge to determine the creature's "Spark Level". This modifies the hues in the character's color scheme, and modifies where each color is placed on the character's chassis.

The final step generates the beast. The player may then "share" their creation by saving a picture of it to their desktop, or start the whole process all over again.

==Note==
* The CNA samples used to create the custom Predacon come from [[Blight (Prime)|Blight]], [[Grimwing (Prime)|Grimwing]], [[Hun-Gurrr (Prime)|Hun-Gurrr]], [[Lazerback (Prime)|Lazerback]], [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]], [[Ripclaw]], [[Rippersnapper (Prime)|Rippersnapper]], [[Skystalker (Prime)|Skystalker]], [[Twinstrike (Prime)|Twinstrike]], [[Vertebreak (Prime)|Vertebreak]], and [[Windrazor (Prime)|Windrazor]]. As such, the resulting Predacons are a sort of "[[Frankenstein's monster]]" cobbling of parts from these Predacons.

{{DEFAULTSORT:Prime: Beast Creator}}
[[Category:Aligned video games]]
[[Category:Online games]]
[[Category:Prime media|Hunt the Beasts]]

Kikmee

2024-03-26T00:07:55Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* BotBots cartoon */ Fixed broken link to Snorg's page.

{{factions|playroomposse|lostbots}}
:''Kikmee is a member of the [[Playroom Posse]] from [[Transformers: BotBots (franchise)|BotBots]].
[[File:Kikmee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Have you ever heard the sound of a rubber ball breaking a window? ''WOULD YOU LIKE TO?!'']]

An endless ball of energy, '''Kikmee''' loves playing. ''What'' they play is almost irrelevant, it's the playing that counts. Sports, video games, pranks on fellow bots... every challenge is met with 120% enthusiasm. Often more enthusiasm than is really necessary, occasionally quite a ''bit'' more than necessary. But this good-natured soccer-bot manages to pull it back and ensure it's all about everyone having a good time, even the bot being pranked.

{{quote|This isn't about winning —though I ''love'' winning— it's about proving ''we can do this!''|Kikmee gives a pep talk|"[[The Goldrush Games - Part the Second]]"}}

==Fiction==
===''BotBots Official Sticker Book''===
Kikmee had the power to always mess around. {{storylink|Transformers BotBots Official Sticker Book|BotBots Official Sticker Book}}

===Musical Mall Madness===
{{note|This stop motion singalong was a remake of the "[[#Official Digital Commercial|Official Digital Commercial]]" below.}}
{{storylink|Transformers: BotBots (franchise)|Musical Mall Madness}}

===''Lost Bots!''===
Kikmee didn't accompany [[Dimlit]]'s group of Lost Bots as they explored the mall looking for places they fit in better. When they returned, Kikmee and [[Burgertron]] were playing, Kikmee booted Burgertron with enough force to cause his toppings to spill out. Seeing him and other Lost Bots playing and laughing made Dimlit's group realize that the Lost Bots was the only tribe where they all truly fit in. {{storylink|Lost Bots! (book)|Lost Bots!}}

===''Transformers Holiday Food Fight!''===
Kikmee was brought as gift to the [[Autobot]] and [[Decepticon]] [[Christmas]] party. When all the attendees were sitting down for dinner, all the BotBots decided to get up to some mischief. [[Sensei Spiny]] used [[Snippy Snappy]] to cut the ribbon on the box Kikmee was in, letting him tip the box over and break out. He later worked with [[Blabberbook]] and [[Bogus Pocus]] to launch [[Professor Wellread]] onto the dinner table, landing on [[Choc-O-Lawless]]. This who sprayed [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] in the face with chocolate syrup, causing a food fight to break out. {{storylink|BotBots Mischief!}}

===''BotBots Mad Libs''===
Kikmee attended the [[Jock Squad]]'s championship dodgeball game. When the game was over Kikmme and "[[first name Guzzlerush|'''''first name''''' Guzzlerush]]" helped hand out drinks in celebration. {{storylink|Play Ball}} Their the Playroom Posse member that can make you get up and '''''verb ending with "ing'''''' {{storylink|Welcome to the Playroom}}

===''BotBots'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor| [[Lisa Norton]] (English)|[[Terezie Taberyová]] (Czech), [[Thea Iven Ulstrup]] (Danish), [[Priscilla Wennekes-Knetemann]] (Dutch), [[Heljä Heikkinen]] (Finnish), [[Zina Khakhoulia]] (French), [[Jodie Blank]] (German), [[Kata Gáspár]] (Hungarian), [[Toshi Sinha]] (Indian), [[Wahyu Gita Murti]] (Indonesian), [[Erica Necci]] (Italian), [[Syahirah Majid]] (Malay), [[Stine Skårdal Jensen]] (Norwegian), [[Maja Kwiatkowska]] (Polish), [[Andressa Andreatto]] (Brazilian Portuguese), [[Solange Santos]] (European Portuguese), [[Anastasia Zharkova]] (Russian), [[Andrea Villaverde]] (Castilian Spanish), [[Lourdes Arruti]] (Latin-American Spanish), [[Valeria Stoian]] (Romanian), [[Paulina Åberg]] (Swedish), [[Didem Atlıhan]] (Turkish)}}
[[File:Kikmee Cartoon.jpg|thumb|200px]]

Formerly a soccer ball left abandoned in [[Lost and Found (BotBots)|Lost and Found]], Kikmee and her fellow [[Lost Bots]] were brought to life When the [[energon]] [[Energon radiation|cloud]] struck the mall. {{storylink|Lone Bot and Carb}} When Burgertron accidentally found himself in the Lost and Found, she and her fellow Lost Bots <s>assaulted</s> played with him as a greeting. Evidently wanting to be part of a team, she and the rest of the Lost Bots followed Burgertron to riding the mall train to the second floor food court. However, all five were soon treated as outcasts by the rest of the BotBots after Burgertron and [[Dimlit]] broke the [[Sacred Rule of the Mall]]: allowing a "[[Dave (BotBots)|flesh creature]]" to see them. Despite this, she and the other Lost Bots were not discouraged, and convinced a depressed Burgertron that they could try to win everyone back tomorrow night. {{storylink|Mall Than Meets the Eye}}

As part of Burgertron's idea to attempt to increase their standings, Kikmee filmed a [[BotVid]] of herself slamming into random unsuspecting BotBots in ball mode; while Kikmee thought it was just a "fun prank", it actually made the Lost Bots even ''more'' disliked than before. Burgertron then dragged them to the mall's south wing to film a new video, where the flesh creature Dave had set up some traps to catch them. Burgertron decided to record them disarming said traps, but Kikmee caused the shabbily done structure to collapse and forced the Lost Bots to rebuild it all to spec. As [[Fomo]] (supposedly) took the video, Kikmee disabled the bear-traps portion by bouncing around in alt mode before using a pulley to pull [[Bonz-Eye]] up for the latter's part of the plan. Despite their success at trap-disarming, Fomo had instead chosen to shoot video of [[Sprinkleberry D'uhnut]] slipping in some spilled oil, which was ''hilarious'', so their victory went unseen. {{storylink|(Never) Be Yourself}}

Kikmee and the Lost Bots were on their way to the [[Ice Cream-a-palooza]] at the Food Court when they found [[Frostferatu]] stuck in a vending machine, at risk of being eaten by Dave. Kikmee, [[Clogstopper]] and Dimlit were sent to stall Dave while Burgertron and Bonz-Eye attempted to break the cupcake vampire out. After Dimlit distracted Dave in the middle of his online shopping for a birthday present to himself, Kikmee bounced on the keyboard, stuffing his shopping cart with ''one thousand'' <s>[[Grimlock (AOE)|Grimlocks]]</s> [[Mega Shogun Raptorsaur]]s. {{storylink|Escape from Snackatraz}} Kikmee messed around with some equipment in the food court and helped Burgertron put on a (failed) play <s>about himself</s> based on ''[[I, Cheeseburger (play)|I, Cheeseburger]]'', which Burgertron's ex-squadmates were putting on as well. Despite this, the Lost Bots really enjoyed performing and were willing to do it again, even if nobody was watching. {{storylink|I, Cheeseburger (episode)|I, Cheeseburger}}Kikmee later helped free a stuck Clogstopper (who was stalking Dave). Unfortunately, Dave was videotaping at the same time, causing them to risk getting exposed to the public and break the Rule ''again'', so they retrieve the phone and get rid of said photos, but the phone's apps end up causing them to be addicted to it one by one, and eventually incite discord among them for dominance over it until its powers down, causing the Lost Bots to snap out of their addiction. Deciding that it was extremely evil, they attempt to throw the phone in the incinerator before the phone transforms into [[Ring-A-Ling]] and chides them for their lack of self-control. While Burgertron refused to do so, Kikmee and the rest admit it was their fault for letting their phone addiction get the better of them.{{storylink|Phoning It In}}

Spending a night at the arcade, assisted by [[24K-Bit]], Kikmee quickly became bored as her natural affinity for all games meant she always won at everything. Then her gaze was drawn to a dust-covered claw machine in the corner. Drawn to the allure of a game she hadn't yet won, Kikmee decided to play that, and acquire a stuffed snake that lay within, rather than follow Burgertron's idea of going on an epic life-changing quest to find a special collector's cup from [[Costa Pasta]]. However, the claw machine soon proved a difficult opponent, frustrating Kikmee no end as she faced the horrible new feeling of ''not'' instantly winning at something. 24K dropped the knowledge on her that the machine was essentially rigged, making it nigh-impossible for her to win. This only motivated Kikmee to try even harder. Despite this, the machine constantly thwarted her again, and again, and ''again'', soon reducing Kikmee to a blind fury. 24K suggested maybe taking a breather, which Kikmee was... not amenable to. Eventually, though, her manic drive won out, and Kikmee acquired her coveted snake, just in time to rescue Burgertron and Dimlit from a pit of rainbow sprinkles, since as it turned out Costa Pasta was right next door to the arcade. Though Burgertron was disappointed in the cup's evident uselessness, Kikmee suggested he hang on to it just in case it ever came in handy. {{storylink|The Lost Bots and the Claw Crusade}}

Kikmee and the rest of the Lost Bots were convinced by [[Playgor Cardquest]] to partake in LARPing (live-action role-playing), with Kikmee taking the title of "Lady Glisten-Furr": troll barber. They try to convince Burgertron to join, but the Burger is turned off by the rulebook. Still in costume, they fought off a [[pink-eyed bird|bird]] that had invaded the mall (with Burgertron's intervention), which ''finally'' earned them respect from the rest of the BotBots...until Ulf said ''Burgertron'' caused the bird to enter by opening a skylight before hand, thus making their respect quickly revoked. {{storylink|Live and Let LARP}} Kikmee desired to join the [[Jock Squad]] as her "real" squad, longingly spying on them. Kikmee was present later when Bonz-Eye departed for her quest to the [[Dark Side of the Mall]] to find what squad she belonged to. When she later returned Kikmee offered to do ultimate burpies to impress whatever squad Bonz-Eye found. {{storylink|Lone Bot and Carb}} Kikmee and Burgertron were having a ''mildly'' friendly chess game which Dimlit interrupted, dragging them and the rest to meet his crush:[[Jacqueline]]! Unfortunately, the flashlight talking to a mannequin's head was awkward, with Kikmee and the rest giving an excuse to sneak out, where she was the only one who agreed with Burgertron's view that Dimlit's affection needed to be stopped, albeit because she didn't want Dimlit to be heartbroken while Burgertron was concerned Dimlit liking a non-sentient object would humiliate all 5 of the Lost Bots. The 2 rigged a blind date with [[Anty Farmwell]], had [[Frostferatu]] try to hypnotise him into forgetting it, and even faked Jacqueline breaking up with him, all of which ended with failure, though that last one causing Dimlit to cry weighed on her conscience. Burgertron and Kikmee then attempt send the mannequin away on a truck, though seeing Dimlit cry about the break-up caused them to attempt to backpedal on that, though they only managed to save the head, though the head ''was'' Jacqueline herself, so they still managed to salvage the chaos they caused. {{storylink|Dimlit in Love}}

Kikmee and the Lost Bots attempt to white water raft down the escalator, which, for once, succeeds in making the other BotBots favor one of their ideas and getting them invited to a Prom by [[Ulf the Orange|Ulf]]. After working with Bonz-Eye and Clogstopper to distract Dave with candy-coated chocolate and a trap to prevent them from seeing him, Kikmee heads to the prom, where she bonds with [[Batsby]] over doing the ultimate burpees. Sadly, this happiness didn't last long as the Lost Bots' trap was disabled and Dave was onto the BotBots, causing them to be exiles yet again (said so by Ulf, ironically) after Burgertron breaks the rule yet again to distract him as the rest dismantle the prom setup.{{storylink|On the Bot Prom Dance Floor}} When Burgertron told the Lost Bots about the [[Ruckus Rally (event)|Ruckus Rally]] event, the competitive Kikmee is excited to compete in it. During auditions to see which Bot would accompany Burgertron on the [[Racer-Roni]], Kikmee shows herself to be an excellent driver, but Burgertron didn't allow her to drive on account that it was ''his'' car, much to Kikmee's chagrin. Luckily, she did get a chance to drive the car after Burgertron's mediocre driving skills made the Racer-Roni fall into last place, prompting Burgertron to tag her into the driver's seat, where she managed to cross the finish-line in first...and won the race for the ''Hunger Hubs'' instead. ''Oof''. Still, Kikmee and Bonz-Eye received a home-made trophy as they were the true winners of the race. Burgertron even admits she should have been in the driver's seat at the start and that she was free to drive the car anytime.{{storylink|The Ruckus Rally (episode)|The Ruckus Rally}}

After a failed string of attempts to be helpful, Kikmee and the other Lost Bots returned to the Lost and Found to find Lolly Licks and Lady Macaron awaiting them, then giving them a job offer to find the lost Sprinkleberry D'uhnut. They accept the request and head to where Sprinkleberry was last sighted, where Kikmee finds spilled pink frosting and a lone sesame seed, which was traced to Dave's office. While the flesh being went out on patrol, the group searches the office for clues, accidentally chancing on security footage that Burgertron got Sprinkleberry eaten by Dave. Kikmee and Bonz-Eye had Dimlit and Clogstopper attempt to stall for time while Burgertron stands trial and attempt to find evidence to prove Burgertron's innocence. The duo head back to the security office, where they reinspect the aforementioned footage, before Kikmee notices the napkin had a green sprinkle on it, which Sprinkleberry didn't have. Kikmee and Bonz-Eye return to where Sprinkleberry was last seen, they find some seasoned salt on the escalator rail, which Kikmee slipped on and had to be saved by Bonz-Eye and find the lost Sprinkleberry. Kikmee and Bonz-Eye take Sprinkleberry to the court, where Burgertron is losing the trial and about to be declared guilty, and present their deduction on how Sprinkleberry went missing, saving Burgertron from getting put on a truck out of the mall.{{storylink|Crime and Bun-ishment}}

Kikmee was with the rest of the Lost Bots who were hearing about Burgertron's newest way to have fun: "Kiddie Menu Airlines", which is made by simply folding up a kiddie menu into a paper airplane, and nearly sent the acrophobic Dimlit plummeting to his demise had the flashlight not grabbed onto a nearby paper airplane. While Kikmee and the rest were proud that Dimlit was proud enough to use the plane, their joy was cut short by the sight of [[Spector Halloween]]'s scary storefront, and were quickly scared silly by a red-eyed ghoul, which made them pray the store would disappear the next night. It expanded 3 storefronts instead. Kikmee and the Lost Bots then look on at the store and get freaked out by <s>Dave in a mummy costume</s> a horrible bandaged thing coming out of it. After overhearing several other BotBots discussing about how to get rid of the store, Burgertron think that getting rid of teh store for them would ''surely'' get them into the rest's good graces, with Kikmee using her video-game knowledge to deduce that to get rid of the store, they simply had to defeat the store's boss, which was presumably a giant spider at the back of the store that they had seen, and presumably what the ghoul was yappering about. Unfortunately, the cowardly Dimlit backed out of entering the store, and Kikmee, Bonz-Eye, Burgertron and Clogstopper didn't fare any better, getting so scared by Dave wearing a stuck on voice-changer ghoul mask they walked into a web trying to flee. Luckily, Dimlit manages to briefly muster up his courage to walk inside, (unintentionally) defeat the spider and break them out. Alas, the Lost Bots efforts ended in failure once more as the shop was replaced by an equally unsettling shop which was cold, frozen and guarded by [[Santa Claus|bearded men in red outfits]]. {{storylink|Spirit of Halloween}}

After Bonz-Eye seemed slightly too calm after the Lost Bots were scolded by [[Knotzel]] for failing to warn her about Dave, Kikmee suggested the bonsai-bot try aggressive rage-screaming karaoke to let her emotions loose. Unfortunately, this wound up being a bad idea as Bonz-Eye's singing became ''slightly'' overkill, and when Kikmee tried to get Bonz-Eye to try something else, the soccer ball was screamed at to shut the door. When Bonz-Eye's singing caused the mild mannered [[Snorg the Conquerer|Snorg]] to go on a rampage, Kikmee and Bonz-Eye blamed each other for the chaos the Karaoke machine caused, and Kikmee was roasted by Bonz-Eye's lyrics (via Snorg) for being ''too'' competitive. Eventually, Kikmee decided that Bonz-Eye had to achieve emotional balance like she always does, and when Snorg is reverted to his normal, calm state, Kikmee and Bonz-Eye made up, with Kikmee admitting she shouldn't have pushed Bonz-Eye too far. {{storylink|Rage Against the Karaoke Machine}} Kikmee and the Lost Bots attended an etiquette lesson with [[Lady Macaron]] and the Sugar Shocks, until Clogstopper's weirdness causing mayhem cut it short. Kikmee and the rest refused to look Clogstopper in the eye afterwards, though she did mourn him when he got scanned out (and thus would never return), sharing a memory with Dimlit on how he told them that party streamers had mind-reading abilities, though this caused the toilet they were using as part of their procedures to overflow and get all four of them wet. Luckily, Clogstopper was somehow returned for being "defective", and proceeded to shun them as the other BotBots began asking him to teach them how to be "defective" (and hence not be taken out of the mall). After a few failed attempts to get popular with him, Kikmee and the rest eventually gained an audience with their ex-comrade, but him being treated like royalty had gone to his head and he wound up comparing their reasoning for being their friend to being worshipped by the others, which got worse when Clogstopper was made a king and subjected everyone to 7 hours of his play, which only the Lost Bots watched from start to finish, which eventually bore fruit when Clogstopper's royalty was taken away from him and he rejoined the Lost Bots once more.{{storylink|Scanned Out}}

Kikmee and the Lost Bots were returning to the Lost and Found after spectating another party they were not invited to when a post-apocalyptic version of Burgertron contacted them to find the [[Science Alliance]] to do something about the mall's ever-rising temperatures. She later interpreted future Burgertron's second message of playing to their strengths to get the other BotBots to listen to them (as the first attemot using scientific facts has failed) as doing a rock-rap presentation, but modern Burgertron shoots her idea down. Eventually, The Science Alliance resorted to rapping to convince the BotBots about the dangers of the warming mall ending their parties, and saving the future. Sadly, Kikmee and the Lost Bots had to part ways with the Alliance, the Alliance's higher social standing meaning they couldn't hang out with riff-raff anymore.{{storylink|The Science Alliance}}
{{charfictionstub| {{storylink|Agent Smartlit (episode)|Agent Smartlit}} {{storylink|Shopping Brawl}} {{storylink|The Goldrush Games - Part the First}} {{storylink|The Goldrush Games - Part the Second}}}}

==Commercial appearances==
===Official Digital Commercial===
Kikmee was among the Lost Bots emerging from cubby-holes of [[Lost and Found (BotBots)|Lost and Found]]. {{storylink|Commercial#Official Digital Commercial|Official Digital Commercial}}

==Toys==
===''BotBots''===
[[File:BotBots-toys Kikmee.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{bp-bbplayroom|'''Playroom Posse''' (5-pack, 2019)}}</ul>
:*''Series'': '''3'''
:*''Level'': '''2 Star'''
{{toydesigner|[[Aaron Gray]] (Hasbro)}}

: Part of the third series of ''[[Transformers: BotBots (toyline)|BotBots]]'', Kickmee is a [[redeco]] (well, more a ''pre''-deco, see "Notes" below) of [[Sprinkleberry Duh'Ball]], transforming into a soccer ball.

:This mold was also used to make [[Shuteye]].

: He is available in two of the "[[Playroom Posse]]" 5-packs:
:: The first pack includes him, [[Bunches]], [[Crib Watch]], [[Quackles]], and [[Lost Bots|Lost Bot]] [[Grave Rave]].
:: The second pack includes him, [[Loudsy]], [[Mal Content]], [[Q.U.R.O.B.O. 6000]], Lost Bot [[Greeny Rex]].

{{note|The first pack is a "recommended minimum buy" for a complete set of Series 3 BotBots.}}
{{-}}

==Notes==
[[File:Kickmee original art.jpg|thumb|upright=1|Kikmee's original art]]
* Like several characters in the ''BotBots'' cartoon, Kikmee's gender is different from the toy's original bio from Hasbro's website. In Kikmee's case, the original toy bio uses masculine pronouns, while the cartoon depicts the character as female.
* Kikmee was originally intended to be released in Series 1 as the Jock-Squad-affiliated member of the [[Lost Bots]], as indicated by promotional material for the series. Why Kikmee's release was changed is unknown. The result is that their redeco, [[Sprinkleberry Duh'Ball]], saw release before they did. Their bio in the ''[[Transformers BotBots Official Sticker Book|BotBots Official Sticker Book]]'' still treats them as a Series 1 Lost Bot, while they are also treated as one in the ''[[Lost Bots! (book)|Lost Bots!]]'' book as well.
* Their original static art, used for Series 1 promotional images, gave them a mischievous grin, instead of their not-so-innocent whistling face their Series 3 static art gave them.
* Kikmee is the "example" character used for the "2 MODES" demonstration illustration on the Playroom Posse's cardfront.
* Their name hearkens to the stereotypical "kick me" prank sign, fitting their trickster nature, while also combining it with the basic rules of soccer.
* Kikmee's power in the ''BotBots Official Sticker Book'' is listed the same as [[Abominable Soundman]]'s. As this seems to fit Kikmee's personality better than Abominable Soundman, it's likely this is actually Kikmee's power.
* In the ''[[Transformers Stop Motion Netflix Anime]]'' episodes "[[Virtually Reality]]", "[[Haunting of Bot House]]", and "[[Anime Attack!]]", Kikmee appears as a prop in the [[Decepticon]] base.
* According to the ''BotBots'' cartoon, Kikmee is made out of vegan leather. {{storylink|The Goldrush Games - Part the First}}

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[[Category:Lost Bots]]
[[Category:Playroom Posse]]
[[Category:Variable gender characters]]

Elphaorpha

2024-03-25T23:38:09Z

Spacebridge Technician: Grammar error.

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:''Elphaorpha is a [[Blentron]] from the [[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (franchise)|Beast Wars Neo]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''

[[File:Elephorca1.jpg|upright=2|thumb|I am the one hiding under your BED, teeth ground sharp and eyes glowing RED!]]

'''Elphaorpha''' (エルファオルファ ''Erufaorufa'', aka '''Elephorca'''<ref>The name "Elephorca" comes from ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook]]'', despite a stated policy to not diverge from the names of Japanese-original characters. Just ''why'' he was renamed when far more ridonkulous names like "[[Scissor Boy]]" that can't even be written off as "an attempt at cool-sounding nonsense" remained is unknown, but it's likely due to "Elephorca" having been the spelling [[Ben Yee]] used on [http://web.archive.org/web/20060322062043/http://www.bwtf.com/bwneo/toys/techspecs/elephorca.shtml his website].</ref>) is a brutal [[Blentron]] "Destruction Ninja" proud of his magnificent tusks. See, his two "Killer Tusks" can penetrate the thickest of armor, even the mighty [[Big Convoy]]'s chest. But that's not all, as he can expel a deadly, all-corrosive acid solution in two ways—when angered, Elphaorpha can spew the "Melt Bath" from his mouth, and his Killer Shooter water gun can discharge the same acid for more precise targeting. Elphaorpha also serves a key purpose for the Blentrons—with a mighty swing of his fists, Elphaorpha can shatter space to create wormholes, allowing him and his comrades to travel throughout the universe in an instant.

Sometimes there are a lot of him.

==Fiction==
===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''Beast Wars Neo'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Yoshinobu Kaneko]] (Japanese)}}

[[File:BWN Elphaorpha beast mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
After [[Big Convoy]]'s [[Maximal]]s and [[Magmatron]]'s [[Predacon (BW)|Predacons]] had gathered many [[Angolmois Energy|Angolmois]] Capsules, Elphaorpha and the other [[Blentron]]s made their move. While [[Latolata]] and [[Drancron]] observed [[Big Convoy]] tricking some of the Predacons into a trap using empty Angolmois Capsules as bait, Elphaorpha created a hole into the ''[[Gung Ho]]''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s cargo bay. The other two soon travelled via wormhole to join Elphaorpha just as the cargo bay was penetrated and the Capsules sucked into space (along with [[Break]]). The Maximals attempted to stop the Blentrons from consuming the Capsules, but their attacks couldn't even scratch the trio, and the Blentrons transformed into robot mode and struck back out of annoyance, putting the Maximal rookies out of commission.

When Big Convoy finally arrived at the ''Gung Ho'', he found his downed crew and the Blentrons inside the cargo bay. The three unleashed their attacks on the Maximal commander, easily taking him down, and took their leave through a wormhole. {{storylink|Mysterious Beast Warriors!?}}

[[File:BWN Elphaorpha Melt Bath.jpg|thumb|250px]]
Planning to take the Predacons' Capsules as well, the Blentrons left a stock at [[Milton (planet)|Milton]] to lure in the ''[[Dinosaur (ship)|Dinosaur]]''. After most of the Predacon crew was sent to the planet, Elphaorpha sneaked aboard the ''Dinosaur'', and his silhouette was spotted by [[DNAVI]], who thought it was Big Convoy and reported it to Magmatron. Investigating, Magmatron found the Blentron consuming his Capsules at attacked, only to be parried and poisoned by the suddenly-appearing Latolata. With his acid attack, Elphaorpha created a hole in the hull and escaped through it, but not before introducing himself to Magmatron. Gathering all of the Capsules they stole on Milton, the Blentrons were confronted by the Maximals, but the trio nevertheless made quick escape with their spoils through a wormhole. {{storylink|The Stolen Capsules}}

[[File:BWN Elphaorpha Big Convoy tusk to tonfa.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
Having stolen both stockpiles of Angolmois Capsules, the Blentrons ventured to different planets to find still wayward Capsules. Their pattern of travel was eventually realized by the Maximals, and, intercepting the Blentrons just as they emerged from a wormhole, the ''[[Gung Ho]]'' attempted to capture them with an electric net before unloading the ship's full firepower, but it proved futile. Undaunted, the trio simply warped away to [[Porcupine]], where they had detected a Capsule. Magmatron, knowing the Blentrons' true goal of reviving [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]], attempted to get the edge on them with the planet's defenses and the Predacons' personal weapons, neither of which could muster any damage. The Maximals soon arrived and Elphaorpha went mano a mano with Big Convoy. Fearing for his master's life, [[Hydra (BW)|Hydra]] ejected the Angolmois Capsule from the planet, prompting the Blentrons to chase after it. Once they acquired it, they unleashed their power on Porcupine, destroying it, but not before both forces left the planet. {{storylink|Pursue the Blentrons!}}

[[File:BWN Blentrons warp hole.jpg|thumb|250px]]
Finding three Angolmois Capsules on [[Jion]], Magmatron set up a trap using the Capsules as bait. Once the Blentrons arrived, Magmatron's troops activated an electric field that immobilized the trio while the Predacons unleashed their firepower on them. Once again, it had little effect as Latolata used his Lato Thrasher to destroy the field's emitters and the Blentrons wailed on the hapless Predacons. Pushed to his final trump card, Magmatron ordered the ''Dinosaur'' to emerge from its hiding spot in the planet's surface and had the ship unleash its full armory on the Blentrons. With the powerful Transformers finally too weakened to fight back, Magmatron attempted to detonate the Angolmois Capsules, fully willing to end his and his soldier's lives to ensure that Unicron would not be revived. He was stopped in the nick of time by Big Convoy, whose Maximals had been trapped by the Predacons previously and who was unwilling to let their lives end as well. Taking the opportunity, the Blentrons warped away to recover and reach their next destination. {{storylink|Angry Magmatron}}

[[File:BWN Blentrons bow to Unicron.jpg|thumb|250px|left]]
Figuring out to navigate the Blentrons' warp holes, the Maximals arrived at the villains' hideout, an asteroid within a cloud of dark gas and which they attempted to defend, but fell back after a bit of a tussle. {{storylink|Illusion? Lio Convoy}} Inside the asteroid, they watched as Unicron's resurrection proceeded along inside a container sucking energy from the Angolmois Capsules they collected. They detected the presence of Predacon intruders, and so the Blentrons went to the surface to attack them. Unicron's awakening and subsequent battle with Magmatron eventually attracted their attention, and they watched as their master, in the form of [[Galvatron (BW)|Galvatron]], banished the current Emperor of Destruction to another dimension. {{storylink|Unicron Revived!?}} The Blentrons wanted to strike back against the Maximals when Big Convoy attacked Unicron, but their master simply entreated them to ignore their enemies and focus on gathering more Angolmois Capsules to further strengthen himself. They ended up at [[Advance Base 889T9]], where Unicron absorbed their stock of Angolmois Energy. When Big Convoy and Longrack arrived to investigate, the Blentrons attacked the two and were held back by Big Convoy while Longrack fled to activate the base's self-destruct protocol. With [[Heinrad (BW)|Heinrad]] immobilizing Unicron and the Blentrons with his Time Freeze, the Maximals fled the base while Unicron and his minions were engulfed in the explosion. However, as Unicron was an energy being, he simply absorbed the explosion, which spared the Blentrons as well, and the four soon warped away. {{storylink|Unicron's Ambition}}

[[File:BWN Blentrons absorbed.jpg|thumb|250px]]
Unicron and the Blentrons took frequent stops on their way to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], where they destroyed Maximal advance bases. They eventually met with the [[Magmatron Unit]], now led by [[Archadis]], who attempted to offer their allegiance to the god. Despite the Blentrons simply wanting to scrap them, Unicron was more receptive, ordering the Predacons to bring him the head of Big Convoy. (They failed.) The Maximals, thinking that Unicron wanted to reunite with his body, warped to the [[Triple Z Point]], where it was located. There, they were ambushed by the Blentrons, who were trying to give their master time before the Maximals realized his true goal of merging with [[Vector Sigma]] and Cybertron. With Heinrad's Time Freeze, the Maximal was able to get the three to attack each other and squsequent sustained fire from the Maximals forced the Blentrons into retreat. They returned to Unicron, who was waiting in Cybertron's orbit and watched as the Maximal [[Grand Fleet]] assembled for the final battle. {{storylink|Fight! Maximals}} The minions offered to take care of the armada for the master, but Unicron simply growled at them to back off and converted the fleet's firepower into his own energy and used it to annihilate the fleet before making touchdown on Cybertron. Running low on energy, Unicron was struck by Big Convoy's Mammoth Dynamite attack, which threatened to dissipate him. The Blentrons rushed to their master's side, and Unicron simply thanked his servants' devotion by absorbing them to sustain his own existence. {{storylink|End of the Maximals!?}}

====''Cloud''====
Elphaorpha and the other Blentrons were some of the many threats to spacetime that [[Cloud World]]'s [[Wreckers]] battled. {{storylink|TFC-A04}}

===''Beast Wars Neo'' manga===
[[File:Cohrada's father.jpg|thumb|200px|left]]
Elphaorpha, like the other Blentrons, was produced in mass numbers by [[Unicron]] in his "Black Ball" form, and were sent out to seek Angolmois Capsules. One of the planets they attacked was [[Jörmungandr]], where they exterminated most of the population; an Elphaorpha personally killed [[Colada's father]]. However, the Blentrons were unable to find the Angolmois Capsule there.

When [[Magmatron]]'s troops dwindled, the Black Ball, who was manipulating the Maximals and the Predacons to gather the Angolmois Energy, offered its Blentrons as replacements. {{Storylink|A Battle Fought Alone}} With the Blentrons, Magmatron set up a trap at an amphitheater floating in [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] orbit for the [[Maximal]]s. When the Maximals arrived, Colada recognized the murderers of his race and leapt to action, only to be impaled by an Elphaorpha. With the Elphaorphas threatening the lives of his underlings, [[Big Convoy]] was forced to give up the Angolmois Capsules. Subsequently, a [[Latolata]] backstabbed Magmatron, revealing the Blentrons' true allegiance to [[Unicron]]! When six capsules were consumed by the Black Ball, Unicron revealed himself, but admitted that he was incomplete without the Angolmois Energy found in both Magmatron and Big Convoy. The Blentrons were sicced on the two, but were all defeated by Big Convoy and Magmatron on their way to attack Unicron himself. {{storylink|Double Cross}}

After Unicron acquired the Angolmois Energy he needed from Magmatron and obtained Cybertron as a new body, he was lured to the [[Georgian]] system by the Maximals. There, Unicron was trapped by crowded and exploding planets. The Maximals picked the opportunity to attack, but Unicron spat out another Blentron army to confront the Maximals. They were held at bay by the Maximals, allowing Big Convoy to make the final strike on Unicron. {{storylink|Return to Zero}}
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===2006 IDW ''Beast Wars'' continuity===
[[File:Elephorca machine.jpg|left|upright=0.85|thumb|Who will be eaten first?]]
[[File:BWAscendBlendtronsIncoming.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]
Elephorca was the dimmest of all the Blendtrons and was basically a weapon of mass destruction for Unicron to point and fire. Once, he was a loyal, though dimwitted Maximal colony construction bot. Unicron reshaped him into an absolute monster after foreseeing a future need for a really big "stick with a nail in it". {{storylink|Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook #2}}

Elephorca, with [[Drancron]] and [[Latolata|Rartorata]], brought Angolmois Capsules to [[Shokaract]] on the orders of Unicron, priming him as a "vessel". {{storylink|The Ascending issue 1|The Ascending #1}} {{storylink|The Ascending issue 2|The Ascending #2}} Eventually, Shokaract got tired of the Blendtrons and left, prompting Drancron and Elephorca to be baffled about why Shokaract wasn't submissive to the will of Unicron. {{storylink|The Ascending issue 3|The Ascending #3}}

Shortly thereafter, the Blendtrons went to Earth to deal with the Maximals and Predacons there. There, Elephorca was mauled to death by an Angolmois-infected [[Razorbeast]]. {{storylink|The Ascending issue 4|The Ascending #4}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===''Beast Wars''===
[[File:BWN-toy Elphaorpha.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|An elephant who never forgets... ''to kill!'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-uc|'''Elphaorpha''' (Deluxe, 1999)}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''X-7'''
:*''Release date'': July ??, 1999
:*''Accessories'': "[[Killer Shooter]]" water cannon

: Part of the fifth and final wave of Takara's ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars (Japanese toyline)#1999 (Beast Wars Neo)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' toys, Elphaorpha is a [[redeco]] of the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Wars]]'' Deluxe [[Fuzor]] [[Torca (BW)#Toys|Torca]], transforming into a [[beast mode]] that combines an orca and an [[elephant]]. Moving his dorsal fin back and forth while still plugged into his back makes his "Killer Tusks" pinch in and out a little bit. The dorsal piece also contains a pump-bladder that squirts water out of his blowhole; this piece becomes a hand-held cannon in [[robot mode]].

::*''[http://tfu.info/1999/Blendtron/Elephaorpha/elephaorpha.htm More information on Elphaorpha at TFU.info]''

==Notes==
*Elephorca got a profile in [[Transformers Comic issue 16|Titan's ''Transformers'' #16]]... which used pictures of ''Torca''.

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:Beast Wars Maximals]]
[[Category:Blentrons]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]
[[Category:Mass-produced Transformers]]

Graduation Exercises

2024-03-10T01:16:47Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Quotes */ Missing apostrophe.

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 cartoon)|Transformers: Robots in Disguise]]'' (2015) ep 37
|image=GraduationExercises-sideswipestockade.jpg
|caption= ''The Wind in the Willows: Rise of the Machines''
|prev=Portals
|next= Decepticon Island (Part 1)
|title="Graduation Exercises"
|season=2
|season ep=11
|airdate=[[April 10]], [[2016]] (United Kingdom) [[April 30]], 2016 (United States)
|production company=[[Allspark (company)|Hasbro Studios]]
|writer=[[Martin Fisher]]
|animation studio=[[Polygon Pictures]], [[drop]] (2D)
|director=[[Vinton Heuck]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hV7S_ofoFo4
|videosite=YouTube
}}
'''Slipstream and Jetstorm try to prove that they can work effectively without Drift, but accidentally endanger their teacher.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:TRID S2 E11 GE SC 1.jpg|thumb|left|250px|First rule of hunting. Make the target come to ''you''.]]

The stealth team drives along a highway towards one of [[Windblade (RID)|Windblade]]'s supply caches, which she's detected has been interfered with. They arrive at a disused naval yard, and as they head in, [[Drift (RID)|Drift]] deploys [[Slipstream (RID)|Slipstream]] and [[Jetstorm (RID)|Jetstorm]]. Though not much appears to be damaged, they move further in, and Drift's Mini-Cons ask their master if they've studied enough to be able to work by themselves. As the Autobots enter a building, they're unaware that they're being watched from afar by the [[Decepticon]] [[Stockade (RID)|Stockade]] who is hoping to gain access to the cache.

As they reach the door to the cache, [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]] thinks the security is down and tries to take point, only to be knocked on his tailpipe by the still-active [[force field]]. Windblade points out that the force field is invisible thanks to lightbenders, and observes that the force field has taken some damage though it hasn't been breached. After opening the cache to make sure everything's in place, they're preparing to close it all up again when a small army of Mini-Cons crashes their party. Though individually the Mini-Cons aren't much, they have the strength of numbers. Optimus orders Drift to try and seal the cache, but the master's students disregard his order to return to him, and when he spots the Mini-Cons setting up a large weapon, he throws the pair out of the way, taking a hit to the leg. Stockade orders his troops to press the advantage, but with some help from Windblade's fans, Drift succeeds in locking himself in the cache. The others attempt to retreat, and after being hit with grenades, Optimus and Windblade are unable to escape the building. Sideswipe, Slipstream and Jetstorm get out, but pursued by Mini-Cons, are forced to take shelter in an empty armory. Optimus and Windblade likewise seal themselves in a bunker.

[[File:TRID S2 E11 GE SC 2.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Sure, I'll just wait for backup...]]

Stockade makes a public address, demanding the Autobots give him access to the cache in return for their lives. Optimus contacts the others for a situation report. With Drift injured and everyone effectively trapped, Optimus contacts the scrapyard, however Fixit is unable to contact Bumblebee's team. He's able to fill them in on Stockade, however. Optimus has Drift make his own public address, informing Stockade that he has a doomsday device that will destroy [[Earth]] unless Stockade leaves. Stockade doesn't buy it and orders his troops to scan the cache, just in case.

[[File:TRID S2 E11 GE SC 3.jpg|thumb|left|250px|All for one, and one for all!]]

Drift's Mini-Cons reveal to Sideswipe that they ignored their master's order to undeploy, and they blame themselves for Drift's injured state. After Sideswipe points out they technically don't have to stay with Drift, the two Mini-Cons have an idea. Sideswipe's soon surrendering, however this is just a bluff — he, Jetstorm, and Slipstream swiftly take out the team tasked with capturing him. Stockade is still trying to contact the team when his troops report the results of the scan. With Drift's bluff exposed, Stockade and his Mini-Cons open fire on the cache entrance. Meanwhile Sideswipe reaches the bunker and starts helping get Optimus and Windblade out.

[[File:TRID S2 E11 GE SC 4.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Now, the more you move, the worse it'll hurt, so feel free to go crazy.]]

Stockade's forces manage to breach the cache, and though Jetstorm and Slipstream attempt to hold them off, several get through. Fortunately Drift has the cache's weaponry at his disposal and joins in the fighting, even in his injured state. Optimus and Windblade are finally free of the bunker, and with Sideswipe, they reinforce Drift and his Mini-Cons. Optimus and Stockade face off while the others deal with the Mini-Con army, and soon the Decepticons lie in disarray. Sideswipe manages to take out Stockade by firing Drift's Mini-Cons at him. Drift admits that his Mini-Cons performed admirably and their education is complete, however the pair insist on remaining as Drift's students. [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] arrives through the [[GroundBridge]] in time to carry Drift back for repairs, and Optimus announces it's time they all returned the scrapyard.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (1)
*[[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]] (2)
*[[Drift (RID)|Drift]] (3)
*[[Windblade (RID)|Windblade]] (4)
*[[Slipstream (RID)|Slipstream]] (5)
*[[Jetstorm (RID)|Jetstorm]] (6)
*[[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] (10)
*[[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] (11)
|c2=
*[[Stockade (RID)|Stockade]] (7)
*[[Major Mayhem]] (8)
*[[Major Mayhem|Stockade's Army]] (9)

|c3=

}}

==Quotes==

'''Slipstream''': Master Drift, Jetstorm was wondering- 
'''Jetstorm''': ''We'' were wondering! 
'''Slipstream''': ''We'' were wondering, respectfully, if you've felt that we have progressed enough in our studies to perhaps begin making tactical decisions for ourselves. 
'''Jetstorm''': We have fought many Decepticons. We feel we are ready. 
'''Sideswipe''': Yeah, Drift! Little guys can't spend their whole lives at the end of your leash. 
'''Drift''': My students will complete their training when ''I'' decide. And when I make that decision, I will not require assistance.
:—The Mini-Cons make their pitch, and Drift tells Sideswipe where to stick it

"Whatever security you put up doesn't look like it's still here, Windy. I'll take the point in case some- AUGH!" ''[gets blown back by force field]'' 
"Oh, thank you for taking the point, Sideswipe!" ''[chuckles]''
:—'''Sideswipe''' is receiving no sympathy from '''Jetstorm'''

"You think I'm gonna let your battalion flank up? What am I, some wet behind the gears corporal!?"
:—'''Stockade''', about to show that he is not some wet behind the gears corporal

"You may consider your nonexistent options! Do not take long!"
:—Never say that '''Stockade''' isn't a fair negotiator

"Prepare to be defeated by your better, Optimus Prime!" 
"Prepare to be deeply disappointed, Stockade."
:—'''Stockade''' and '''Optimus''' exchange some smack talk

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* Optimus mentions that he has been feeling his strength returning for quite a few weeks, giving some clue as to how long the Away Team has been, well, away from the scrapyard.

===Prisoner manifest===
* ''In stasis'': [[Hammerstrike (RID)|Hammerstrike]], [[Chop Shop (RID)|Chop Shop]], [[Terrashock]], [[Filch]], [[Minitron]], [[Ped (RID)|Ped]], "that one with all the eyes", [[Malodor]] and the [[Skunkticon]]s, [[Nightstrike]], [[Vertebreak (RID)|Vertebreak]], [[Octopunch (RID)|Octopunch]], [[Headlock (RID)|Headlock]], [[Scowl (RID)|Scowl]], [[Scratch]], [[Zizza]], [[Pseudo]], [[Fracture (RID)|Fracture]], [[Airazor (RID)|Airazor]], [[Divebomb (RID)|Divebomb]], [[Underbite]], [[Backtrack (RID)|Backtrack]], [[Ransack (RID Mini-Con)|Ransack]], [[Polarclaw]], [[Razorpaw]], [[Swelter]], [[Glacius]], [[Torpor]], [[Axiom (RID)|Axiom]], [[Theorem]], [[Scorponok (WFC)|Scorponok]], [[Crazybolt (RID)|Crazybolt]], [[Slicedice]], [[Bludgeon (RID 2015)|Bludgeon]], [[Clout]], [[Bisk (RID)|Bisk]], [[Hammer (RID)|Hammer]], [[Anvil (RID)|Anvil]], [[Silverhound]], [[Quillfire (RID)|Quillfire]], [[Back]], [[Forth]], [[Stockade (RID)|Stockade]], [[Major Mayhem]]; Stockade's army of Mini-Cons.
* ''Known at large'': [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]], [[Kickback (RID)|Kickback]], [[Saberhorn]], [[Glowstrike]], several unnamed Glowstrike/Scorponok associates, [[Springload (RID)|Springload]], [[Groundpounder (RID)|Groundpounder]], [[Thunderhoof (RID)|Thunderhoof]], [[Clampdown (RID)|Clampdown]], [[Overload (RID)|Overload]]
* ''Released'': Grimlock
* ''Unknown status'': [[Simacore]] escapes some time between "Brainpower" and "Decepticon Island (Part 2)".
* ''Countless others all missing, presumed at large''

===Transformers references===
* (tbd)

===Real-world references===
* Defeated by Optimus, Stockade promises "I shall return", quoting General Douglas MacArthur upon his retreat from the Philippines in 1942.

===Animation and technical errors===
* When Optimus turns his head to Drift and the open cache during Stockade's Mini-Cons' first assault, there is the sound of Optimus's faceplate sliding into place without accompanying faceplate-sliding-into-place animation.

===Trivia===
* It is revealed that Jetstorm and Slipstream can launch themselves from any Cybertronian that lets them, with Sideswipe shown to launch the two from his own arms several times throughout the episode.
* This episode was initially listed in some places under the title "Outstanding". 

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Combat de fin d'études'''" ("Combat Graduation")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[June 12]], 2016

'''Hungarian'''
:*''Title:'' '''Vizsga akció''' ("Exam Action")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[May 13]], 2016

'''Italian'''
:*''Title:'' '''Voglia di Libertà''' ("Wanting to be Free")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[May 18]], 2016

'''Japanese'''
:*''Title:'' '''Shishō to Deshi no Nakameware''' (師匠と弟子の仲間割れ, "Parting of Master and Student")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[September 18]], [[2016]]

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
;DVD
[[File:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2017 — ''Transformers Robots in Disguise'' — Decepticon Island ([[Beyond Home Entertainment]]) 

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

Spearhead (G1)

2024-03-09T23:29:07Z

Spacebridge Technician: Fixed a storylink.

{{factions|autobot}}
{{disambig3|Spearhead}}
:''Spearhead is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
{{faceless}}
'''Spearhead''' is the camerabot on ''[[Around Cybertron]]'' and has been with the show since the beginning. Spearhead is not averse to hitting the equipment if it misbehaves.

==Fiction==
===''Wings Universe''===
During the first broadcast of ''Around Cybertron'', ongoing camera issues led [[Bishop (Autobot)|Bishop]] to suggest Spearhead give the camera a solid thump. Once that was done, the picture cleared up. {{storylink|Around Cybertron issue 9|Around Cybertron #9}} After Bishop gave an award-bait performance while imparting a news story, he asked if Spearhead was going to a party later. Spearhead informed him that he was still live on-air, much to Bishop's surprise. {{storylink|Around Cybertron issue 14|Around Cybertron #14}}

[[Category:Comic-only Autobots]]
[[Category:Fan Club-original characters]]
[[Category:Wings Universe Autobots]]

The Attack of Humungado

2024-03-09T23:14:37Z

Spacebridge Technician: Added an exclamation mark.

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (cartoon)|Transformers: Rescue Bots]]'' ep 64
|prev=Did You See What I Thaw?
|next=All Bots Great and Small
|image=AttackOfHumungado Heatwave Chase hold down Humungado.jpg
|title="The Attack of Humungado"
|season=3
|season ep=12
|airdate=[[March 7]], [[2015]]
|production company=[[Allspark (company)|Hasbro Studios]]
|animation studio=[[DHX Media]] [[Top Draw Animation]]
|writers=[[Jackson Grant]] & [[Shannon McKain]]
|director=[[Frank Squillace]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f7Ssv01nnBE
|videosite=YouTube
}}

'''Monsters from Kade's favorite movie materialize; it's up to the Dino Bots to corral the Kaiju.'''

==Synopsis==
[[File:AttackOfHumungado drive in.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
It's night in [[Griffin Rock]] and at the drive in theater, the rescue team is enjoying a classic movie, though [[Dani Burns|Dani]] is not enjoying the cold. [[Kade Burns|Kade]] insists that this is how ''Attack of Humungado'' was meant to be seen. [[Blades (RB)|Blades]] claims the monsters look fake, but apparently not enough that he doesn't yelp when [[Humungado]] roars. [[Bunty|Mr. Bunty]] is called away from the projection booth to sell popcorn, only for a gust of wind to knock a Humungado standee against the projector, starting a fire. The rescue team spots the fire and moves in, with Kade and [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] extracting Mr. Bunty from the projection booth where he's being trying to extinguish the fire himself. With Bunty headed for a doctor, the team extinguishes the fire and Kade sadly picks up a Humungado film can.

Later on, the building housing the projector has been restored to its former state by the rescue team, with Blades and Dani placing the new roof. Mr. Bunty admires their work but laments that the projector is a write-off. Fortunately [[Ezra Greene|Doc Greene]] and [[Frankie Greene|Frankie]] arrive to save the day with a projector the Doc has created using the same technology as the [[Nightmare Imaging Device|Imaging Chamber]] — not only will it project the movies, but will be able to manifest the monsters as holograms. Kade manages to procure a new copy of ''Attack of Humungado'' and its sequels and Mr. Bunty is soon threading up the projector for another nighttime showing. As the movie starts, Kade whips up a batch of [[Nachos del Kade]] and sticks it in the microwave. As Mr. Bunty activates the projector to produce a 3D image of the monster [[Rayvenous]], the microwave overloads, sending a power surge into the projector and allowing Rayvenous to fly off while Bunty and Kade attend to the microwave.

[[File:AttackOfHumungado Rayvenous attacks house.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
The next morning, the team gets a call from the [[H.B. Luskey|mayor]] complaining that a monster is attacking his house. Though they assume it's a raccoon, they head there and find Rayvenous tearing up the mansion. Blades is in favor of letting Rayvenous fly away, but when Heatwave sprays the beast with water, it dives into the ground. The rescue team follow it into the tunnels and split up to search, while Kade tells everyone that Rayvenous is weak to bright light. Blades is naturally the one to find the creature and is almost eaten by it, but the rest of the team arrive in time to tackle it, and [[Chase (RB)|Chase]] puts it to sleep with a flash of light. They soon have Rayvenous in a tank, ready to be reinserted back into the movie. The Greenes have modified the projector to reverse the process, however as Doc demonstrates the projector, a knob falls off. They're still searching for it when the projector brings Humungado himself into the real world.

[[File:AttackOfHumungado Dino Bots versus Kaiju.jpg|thumb|left|250px|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=72a7F1SF8Vk ''"Battle From Outer Space fanfare"''] ]]
After taking a swipe at the rescue team, Humungado knocks Rayvenous's tank across the drive in. Heatwave and Chase tackle the larger Kaiju but are tossed aside, and when Blades tries it as well, Humungado stomps on him. Boulder fares little better when he grabs Humungado's tail, and the creature stomps off, with the rescue team in pursuit. They catch up with Humungado in the middle of [[Griffin Rock]], and Blades attempts to use his winch on the creature. Though it doesn't work very well, moments later Humungado stops short at a billboard showing a dinosaur and smashes it, causing Kade to remember that in one of the sequels Humungado fought dinosaurs. The Rescue Bots assume their dino modes so the creature will stop attacking the town and go after them instead. They're soon able to use their dino-powers to drive Humungado back towards the sea. At the drive in, Doc Greene has completed repairing the projector and prepares to send Rayvenous back to the film, however the creature uses its freeze beam on the cage's lock and gets free.

[[File:AttackOfHumungado fight at drive in.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
At the beach, they hear Rayvenous's homing call, and the team comes up with the idea of using the other Kaiju as bait to lure Humungado back to the drive in. When they contact Doc, it's to the news that Rayvenous is free, but Cody's able to instruct them on using light to knock the creature out. Blades is sent to pick up Rayvenous and dangles the cage as bait in front of Humungado. They successfully lead Humungado to the drive in, where Blades manages to drop Rayvenous before a blast from Humungado causes him to crash. Though Rayvenous is free again, Kade believes the two monsters will be too busy fighting, however the duo instead stop and look at each other, and they realize instead it's a monster team up to fight the rescue dinosaurs. Blades manages to jump on Rayvenous's back, and the other Rescue Bots restrain Humungado long enough for the projector to charge and send the two Kaiju back into the movie. Kade decides in light of the new information that Humungado and Rayvenous are friends, he'll have to rewatch all of the movies, and despite their protests, the rest of the team joins him.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Blades (RB)|Blades]] (2)
*[[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] (5)
*[[Boulder]] (7)
*[[Chase (RB)|Chase]] (9)

|c3=
*[[Dani Burns]] (1)
*[[Kade Burns]] (3)
*[[Cody Burns]] (4)
*[[Graham Burns]] (6)
*[[Charlie Burns]] (8)
*[[Bunty]] (10)
*[[Ezra Greene|Doc Greene]] (11)
*[[Frankie Greene]] (12)

}}

==Quotes==
"Guys, if you all don't stop bickering, you're going to miss the movie." 
"I, for one, have already lost the story's subtext."
:—'''Chief Burns''' and '''Chase'''

"I knew we could count on our fellow Humungadorks! Tracked down this new print in no time. They threw in the sequels for nothing!" 
"Humph! Exactly what they're worth."
:—'''Kade''' and '''Mr. Bunty'''

"A monster's munching the mayor's mansion. And no, I will not repeat that."
:—'''Chief Burns'''

"Guess what ''we're'' doing tonight."
:—'''Heatwave''', as Humungado materializes.

"Fictional beast, you are resisting an officer of the law!"
:—'''Chase'''

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* Boulder scanned his dino-mode back in "[[Big Game]]" while Heatwave, Chase and Blades scanned theirs in "[[Quarry's Quarry]]". The weapon-like capabilities of these modes were also revealed in the latter episode.

===Transformers references===
* When Humungado is chasing Rayvenous' cage, carried by Blades, he successfully hops over a gorge to the other side. This may be a cheeky reference to [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon's]] [[Four Warriors Come out of the Sky|notorious inability to do the same]].

===Real-world references===
* Humungado is an homage to [[Godzilla]], as is his theme music.

===Animation and technical errors===
* When Humungado materialises prior to the act-break, he's shown blasting fire breath. However, after the break, the bots and humans are just standing around ''un''-toasted and ''not''-fleeing from fire, and Humungado proceeds to lash out with his tail.
* If Humungado's dislike of dinosaurs [[Continuity|wasn't established until the second sequel]], it's strange that [[A Prime Problem|an earlier version]] of the character should exhibit [[Matrix of Leadership|a trait that wasn't yet established]]. [[Retcon|Right?]]

===Trivia===
* Did the Chief really have to use his comm to call everyone into action during the movie fire, when they were all sitting right next to each other?

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Plus vrais que nature'''" ("True-to-life")
:*''Original airdate:'' ?

'''Hungarian'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Veszélyes mozizás'''" ("Dangerous Movie-watching")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[September 24|24 September]] [[2016]]

'''Italian'''
:*''Title:'' "'''L'attacco di Humungado'''" ("The attack of Humungado")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[August 15|15 August]] [[2017]]

'''Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''O Ataque do Humungado'''" ("The Attack of Humungado")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[June 1|1 June]] [[2016]] (Netflix)

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2015 — ''Rescue Bots'' — "Dinobots!" ([[Shout! Factory]]) 

{{DEFAULTSORT:Attack of Humungado, The}}
[[Category:Rescue Bots episodes]]

Talk:Family of Heroes

2024-03-09T22:56:51Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Quote edit fumble */ new section

== Quote edit fumble ==

I want to apologise for that rubbish edit summary on the quotes section, and this seems like an okay place to do it. I hit enter instead of backspace. I was going to say that in addition to being a bit longer than the usual quote caption, it zeroed in on something that I don't think is really made clear in the episode, and thus IMO isn't essential context for the quote. We see the ship switch back on, but the bots are all still in their capsules with their eyes closed and are just awake to disembark in the next scene, so it's dubious if the Priority Prime message itself woke them up, and ultimately not really crucial. I was trying to excise this from the edit summary because I feel that paring the caption down slightly is enough justification and, frankly, I don't want to come across as a smarty-pants micromanaging the work of other users who are doing a fine job. Slapped the wrong key and here we are. Sorry. Double sorry for adding more nonsense to the Recent Changes. [[User:Spacebridge Technician|Spacebridge Technician]] ([[User talk:Spacebridge Technician|talk]]) 17:56, 9 March 2024 (EST)

Family of Heroes

2024-03-09T22:39:54Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Quotes */ Previous description on this quote was a bit overly specific, and just to be extra pedantic we don't even see them reactivate. They just hop out on earth, so I don't knn

{{episode|
|otherseries=''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (cartoon)|Transformers: Rescue Bots]]'' ep 1
|image=ProtoformRBs.jpg
|caption=How tall are you, test subject? Four-nine? I was unaware they stacked human waste that high.
|next= Under Pressure
|title="Family of Heroes"
|season=1
|season ep=1
|airdate=[[December 17]], [[2011]] (sneak peek) [[February 18]], [[2012]] (official premiere)
|production company= [[Allspark (company)|Hasbro Studios]]
|writer=[[Nicole Dubuc]]
|animation studio=[[Atomic Cartoons]]
|directors=[[Patrick Archibald]] and [[Nathan Chew]]
|video=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V96RC8CvYCU
|videosite=YouTube
}}
'''A team of Rescue Bots is assigned by Optimus Prime to work with the Burns family on the island of Griffin Rock.'''

==Synopsis==
[[Image:FamilyOfHeroes Cody and Chief Burns.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]
Somewhere in space, a drifting [[Sigma|Autobot spaceship]] receives a message from [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] directing them to [[Earth]]. The ship automatically changes course and eventually touches down in a military base. The four members of [[Rescue Force Sigma-17]] emerge and are greeted by Optimus himself, who informs them that [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] is no longer the [[Autobot]]s' home.

On the island of [[Griffin Rock]], [[Cody Burns]] is biking to school when his [[Charlie Burns|dad]] pulls up alongside in the old police car, which is soon to be replaced with a new car as part of the town's function as a hi-tech testing ground. Cody wants to test drive the new vehicles, but the rest of his family points out they're for grown-ups.

Optimus tells the new arrivals that he has a new mission for them: to live with a [[human]] family and learn more about Earth, but they must do so disguised as normal machines. He gives them rescue vehicles to [[scanning|scan]], though [[Blades (RB)|Blades]] is unenthusiastic when he discovers the [[alternate mode]] he's ended up with flies. Optimus introduces them to Chief Charlie Burns, the only human who knows the [[Rescue Bot]]s' true nature.

[[Image:FamilyOfHeroes Chief Burns introduces Rescue Bots.jpg|thumb|right|250px|"And [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]] thought [[Human|they]] wouldn't be comfortable with us [[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|why]]?"]]
That afternoon, Cody arrives at the dedication, where he meets [[Frankie Greene]] and her father, [[Ezra Greene|Doc Greene]], in the audience, though Frankie's more interested in the new exhibit of robot dinosaurs at the [[Griffin Rock natural history museum|museum]]. Chief Burns introduces the gathered crowd to the Rescue Bots, describing them as new hi-tech robots which will work with him and his family as a rescue response unit. When a butterfly lands on [[Boulder]]'s face, the Autobot instinctively goes to shoo it away, but is stopped by [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]]. However, Cody's suspicions are already raised. When Cody jumps up and knocks on Boulder's foot, he's told to get lost by [[Huxley Prescott|a reporter]]. The press photos are interrupted when word comes in of a fire at the Natural History Museum.

[[Image:FamilyOfHeroes Heatwave catches head.jpg|thumb|left|250px|[[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] wasn't happy about being left out of [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|the new game]].]]
Burns and his rescue squad head to the museum, although [[Dani Burns|Dani]] discovers her helicopter doesn't seem to like flying too high. [[Chase (RB)|Chase]] begins clearing the humans from the area, though is confused when a couple of Egyptian mummies fail to comply. [[Graham Burns|Graham]] is bemused when he tells Boulder to move some planters and the Autobot responds that it would ruin the aesthetics. They manage to get the fire out, and Graham locates the cause: a short in one of the robotic dinosaurs. While he's fixing it, Cody sneaks into the museum, having followed the team on his bike. He's therefore present to witness Heatwave saving Chief Burns and Graham from a falling dinosaur head. Burns explains it as Heatwave having been left in rescue mode, and [[Kade Burns|Kade]] is glad to take the credit. As they leave the museum, the eyes on a short-circuiting [[Trex|animatronic ''Tyrannosaurus rex'']] light up ominously!

That night, back in the [[Griffin Rock Firehouse Headquarters|fire station]], the Rescue Bots take a lift down to a [[Cold War (history)|Cold War]] bunker underneath the station. Upstairs, Cody excuses himself from dinner with his family and heads downstairs, where he catches the Rescue Bots complaining about their new gig. Heatwave has just decided they're going to leave when Cody speaks up. The Rescue Bots realize their cover is blown, but after introductions are made, Cody shows them that there are many tunnels leading around the island from the bunker. They check out a giant robot movie at a drive in, and Cody attempts to teach the Rescue Bots how to act like "real" robots as well as give them tips on dealing with his siblings. Lessons are brought to a halt when they spot the robotic ''T. rex'' from the museum, now rampaging along the street. As it moves into the drive-in, Cody gets Chase to start his lights, and they establish the thing is attracted to light. They begin leading the creature to a safe area while Cody contacts his dad.

[[Image:FamilyOfHeroes T-rex chases Chase.jpg|thumb|right|250px|At least, unlike [[Blast from the Past|last time]], [[Grimlock (Animated)|it]] can't breathe fire]]
Burns takes the rest of his family in the old squad car, and they soon catch up with the Rescue Bots as the chase moves outside town. While they try to work out how to deal with the rogue dinosaur, Cody calls Frankie. Soon Boulder is extracting a jail cell from the police station, which Dani and Blades fly to the scene. Meanwhile, Chase keeps the ''T. rex'' occupied, and Kade and Heatwave wet some ground to make mud. Kade is shocked when Heatwave transforms, attracts the dinosaur's attention, and then throws it into the mud. Dani lowers the makeshift cage over it, allowing Cody to shut the dinosaur down.

The next day, they return the dinosaur to the museum, and Burns decides to get a picture of "his heroes" outside. After Heatwave tells Kade that Cody's part of the team or the Rescue Bots leave, Chief Burns reveals that they're not just robots, they're aliens.
{{--}}

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] (1)
*[[Chase (RB)|Chase]] (2)
*[[Blades (RB)|Blades]] (3)
*[[Boulder]] (4)
*[[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] (5)

|c3=
*[[Cody Burns]] (6)
*[[Harrison (RB)|Mr. Harrison]] (7)
*[[Charlie Burns]] (8)
*[[Kade Burns]] (9)
*[[Dani Burns]] (10)
*[[Graham Burns]] (11)
*[[Frankie Greene]] (12)
*[[Ezra Greene|Doc Greene]] (13)
*[[Huxley Prescott]] (14)

}}

==Quotes==
"I have a message for all Autobots scattered throughout the galaxies. Though Cybertron has fallen, we still stand, follow these coordinates to join us, Priority Prime."
:—'''Optimus Prime's''' "Priority Prime" message plays on the Rescue Bots' ship before it sets off for Earth.

"We need to remove the planters to create a fire block." 
"But... I... That will destroy the harmonious nature of the plaza's design." 
"What?!"
:—'''Graham Burns''' and '''Boulder''', who fails at being a robot.

[[File:FamilyOfHeroes photo.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
"I don't know ''where'' you learned that... but no."
:—'''Cody Burns''' draws a line between dancing "the robot" and actually acting like a robot.

"We can't use technology prone to malfunction." 
"They're not malfunctioning... They're aliens." 
"What!?"
:—'''Charlie Burns''' reveals a shocking secret to the Burns family.

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
* ''Rescue Bots'' takes place in continuity with ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'', though it's unclear exactly at which point in the other series this episode takes place.
* We get a little information about what the Rescue Bots used to do. Heatwave notes that the fire engine serves the same function as his old job "back home".
* Chief Burns comments "A dinosaur? Again?" Clearly this sort of thing happens a lot, as later episodes will demonstrate!

===Transformers references===
* Optimus's message calling Autobots to Earth, which is received by the Rescue Bots' spacecraft riffs off a similar message sent into space by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]] at the end of the 2007 ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' film.
* When talking to their passengers in vehicle mode, the Rescue Bots display an image of their robot mode faces on a screen, much like the Autobots in the 2001 ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 cartoon)|Transformers: Robots in Disguise]]'' cartoon.
* The vehicle Chase scans is a police car that resembles a Ford Mustang. [[Barricade (Movie)|Sounds familiar]].

===Real-world references===
[[File:FamilyOfHeroes drive-in movie.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
* The below-ground bunker is a relic of the [[Cold War (history)|Cold War]].
* The robot in the drive-in movie bears a resemblance to {{w|Robby the Robot}}.
* During the sequence in which Cody is attempting to teach everyone how to act like robots, Blades is seen doing the {{w|Robot (dance)|Robot}}.

===Animation and technical errors===
[[File:FamilyOfHeroes Chase's eye malfunction.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
* When Chase is polishing his chest and shoulder during Heatwave's rant, the yellow parts of his eyes appear a greyish-green. They become yellow when Cody first appears, but revert to grey shortly after. They turn yellow once more as Heatwave introduces himself, and remain that way for several minutes, but are grey again when he contacts the chief.
* As the Burns family watch the Rescue Bots and dinosaur speed past, the holographic traffic lights on the intersection aren't working, though they were a shot earlier.
* As Kade drives away in Heatwave to deal with the Dinobot, Cody's comlink suddenly appears clipped to the collar of his jacket. It vanishes by the next shot, but then inexplicably reappears in-between frames after he powers down the Dinobot. It quickly disappears again, reappears as he moves away from his family for Chief's photo, then disappears once more as he stands in front of the Bots. But when the Burnses (minus Kade) gather around him for the picture, the comlink is present one final time - only to vanish as Heatwave puts a hand on Cody's shoulder.

===Trivia===
* Optimus's [[mouthplate]] moves when he talks.
* This episode was later adapted into storybook form as ''[[Meet Chase the Police-bot]]''.

===Foreign localization===
'''French'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Nouvelle Mission'''" ("New Mission")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[October 27|27 October]] [[2012]]

'''German'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Eine Familie von Helden'''" ("A Family of Heroes")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[February 18|18 February]] [[2013]]

'''Hungarian'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Hősök családja'''" ("Family of Heroes")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[February 7|7 February]] [[2013]]

'''Italian'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Una Famiglia di Eroi'''" ("A Family of Heroes")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[June 10|10 June]] [[2017]]

'''Portuguese'''
:*''Title:'' "'''Família de Heróis'''" ("Family of Heroes")
:*''Original airdate:'' [[March 4|4 March]] [[2013]]

==Home video releases==
{{homevidnote}}
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2013 — ''Rescue Bots'' — "2 Action-packed Episodes" ([[Toys"R"Us]]) 
[[Image:Flag of USA.png|20px|United States of America]] 2013 — ''Rescue Bots'' — "Roll to the Rescue" ([[Shout! Factory]]) 
[[Image:Flag of Germany.png|20px|Germany]] 2013 — ''Rescue Bots'' — "Eine Familie von Helden" ([[EDEL:kids]]) — German and English audio 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2013 — ''Rescue Bots'' — "Hot Shots" ([[Beyond Home Entertainment]]) 
[[Image:Flag of Australia.png|20px|Australia]] 2015 — ''Rescue Bots'' — "Complete Season 1" ([[Beyond Home Entertainment]])

[[Category:Rescue Bots episodes]]

Biff Tannen

2024-03-07T21:28:43Z

Spacebridge Technician: Adding the Decepticon symbol to the top- his bad future counterpart wears the badge prominently in the comic, so I reckon he counts in the same way Shawn Berger does.

{{factions|decepticon}}
: ''Biff Tannen is a [[human]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

'''Biff Tannen''' looks like nothing more than a typical no-good, rotten bully. He's terrorised his home town of [[Hill Valley]] since his youth and made the lives of [[Marty McFly]] and his family miserable. Yet in reality, he's much worse than the average boorish jock. A total lack of moral fibre and a knack for ruthless selfishness means there's no low he won't sink to, and no insane circumstance he won't stick his nose into if he decides he might be able to get something he wants. This opportunistic streak has led to him meddling in Marty and [[Doc Brown]]'s time-traveling adventures. Unfortunately for him, he's not immune to being pushed around by anyone who's [[Decepticon|even bigger and nastier than he is]]...

==Fiction==
===''Transformers/Back to the Future''===
{{charstub}}

==External links==
*{{w|Biff Tannen}} at Wikipedia
*[[fandom:futurepedia:Biff Tannen|Biff Tannen]] at Futurepedia

{{DEFAULTSORT:Tannen, Biff}}
[[Category:Back to the Future]]
[[Category:Generation 1 humans]]

User talk:Spacebridge Technician

2024-03-07T04:11:15Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Minor Edits */ new section

{{welcome}}

== Minor Edits ==

I've been trying to push the boat out and help with more than just spelling and grammar edits, but upon re-reading the style guide I notice that I've made a few edits that maybe shouldn't have been marked as minor since they were actual meaningful changes to the content of an article. I'm leaving this here in case anyone else notices this and wants to flag it up- feel free to chat to me about it anyhow, I just want to make it clear that I'm learning from my mistakes since I'm a new-ish user without a lot under my belt. [[User:Spacebridge Technician|Spacebridge Technician]] ([[User talk:Spacebridge Technician|talk]]) 23:11, 6 March 2024 (EST)

Biff Tannen

2024-03-07T04:00:55Z

Spacebridge Technician: Don't have a copy of the comic, so just getting this set up to a decent standard. Tried to follow the tone on Marty's page, blending the character's history in the films with his role in the crossover.

: ''Biff Tannen is a [[human]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

'''Biff Tannen''' looks like nothing more than a typical no-good, rotten bully. He's terrorised his home town of [[Hill Valley]] since his youth and made the lives of [[Marty McFly]] and his family miserable. Yet in reality, he's much worse than the average boorish jock. A total lack of moral fibre and a knack for ruthless selfishness means there's no low he won't sink to, and no insane circumstance he won't stick his nose into if he decides he might be able to get something he wants. This opportunistic streak has led to him meddling in Marty and [[Doc Brown]]'s time-traveling adventures. Unfortunately for him, he's not immune to being pushed around by anyone who's [[Decepticon|even bigger and nastier than he is]]...

==Fiction==
===''Transformers/Back to the Future''===
{{charstub}}

==External links==
*{{w|Biff Tannen}} at Wikipedia
*[[fandom:futurepedia:Biff Tannen|Biff Tannen]] at Futurepedia

{{DEFAULTSORT:Tannen, Biff}}
[[Category:Back to the Future]]
[[Category:Generation 1 humans]]

Master Mouth

2024-03-07T02:44:52Z

Spacebridge Technician: Added a word that looks to have been omitted by accident.

:''Master Mouth is an [[alien]] from the [[Marvel Comics continuity|Marvel portion]] of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]]. He is also known as Mister Mouth, Mister Master, and "Your Mouthship".''

[[File:Mecannibals.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Master Mouth is the giant red fanged ball with a head crest. Yes, he's just as goofy as he looks.]]
'''Master Mouth''' is the leader of the [[Mecannibal]]s' trading party near [[Grand Central Space Station]]. (As no other group of Mecannibals is known, he may be the leader of the whole race.) He can be distinguished from other Mecannibals by his crest. A bit of a drama queen, he is also noted for being a fair trading partner, and for liking to make deals and eat at the same time. He seems to be under the impression that watching some poor robot being messily eaten alive will make his trading partners more agreeable. He might be right.

==Fiction==
===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics===
Master Mouth and his kin entered business partnership with the [[Nebulan]]s [[Hi-Test (G1)|Hi-Test]] and [[Throttle (G1)|Throttle]], unaware that the pair were [[Powermaster]] partners to the [[Decepticon]]s [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]] and [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]]. These two would deliver robots to the Mecannibals for a commission, with whatever was leftover after the Mecannibals' meals getting sold on the black market for a profit. Through this arrangement, Master Mouth was brought the [[Autobot]] [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]]. Before he could get around to eat him though, the Nebulans also brought to [[Mecannibals' ship|his ship]] two potential customers: [[Cloudburst]] and [[Landmine (G1)|Landmine]]. Thanks to their [[Pretender]] shells, the two Autobots were able to fool all others into thinking that they were organics. Unwilling to do business on an empty stomach, Master Mouth sent for a [[Chromite]] to serve as his appetizer, messily devouring him before telling his buyers that they would talk over the main course.

When Sky Lynx was brought out on a platter, Landmine created a diversion, using his ability to operate his inner robot independently from his Pretender shell to do so. He fooled Master Mouth into thinking that he was being attacked by a robot wholly unrelated to his customers. Sky Lynx escaped, but Master Mouth didn't let his frustration get in the way of completing the deal at hand. Landmine and Cloudburst bought 500 million high-quality chips and then were promptly told to get out. Peeved over the whole incident, Master Mouth decided to cut Hi-Test and Throttle's commission in half. A while later, the Nebulans were able to get back in Master Mouth's good graces by discovering the true robotic nature of the Pretenders. Pleased at getting another chance at dinner, Master Mouth arranged for the Nebulans to bring him the Autobots, to whom he announced they had some "unfinished business" to attend to. {{storylink|Guess Who the Mecannibals Are Having for Dinner?}}

Cloudburst and Landmine were held down by a powerful magnetic field as Mastermind extracted their inner robots from their shells. Though the Mecannibal thought the Autobots were helpless while in his grasp, the pair once more made use of their ability to remote-control their Pretender shells to fight back. Despite their best efforts though, the Autobots were still outnumbered by Mastermind's brood, and couldn't win through brute force. Cloudburst tried reasoning with Master Mouth instead, insisting that as they were now, the Autobots would make for a lackluster snack. He suggested that with the right ingredients, such as mercury sauce, lead sulfide crystals, and iron filings, the Autobots could be turned into a much more satisfying gourmet meal. Unable to pass up on such a succulent suggestion, Master Mouth agreed to let the Autobots go to gather up the one ingredient they were missing. [[Berko]], a friend of Sky Lynx, would be held ransom as insurance of their return. Should the recipe Cloudburst suggested prove tasty, he would be spared, though Landmine would still be consumed. Despite Throttle and Hi-Test insisting that the Autobots had tricked Master Mouth, Cloudburst and Landmine returned, as they had promised. However, the Autobots modified their deal before Master Mouth got to eat anyone; during their absence, they had captured Hi-Test and Throttle, and threatened to have Sky Lynx terminate them should the Mecannibals lay a fang on them. Seeing his robot-spotters as too valuable to forfeit, Master Mouth agreed to let both Autobots go. The Autobots also insisted that all of the Mecannibals' previous victims be rebuilt, even if it came at the expense of the microchips they had purchased. Master Mouth agreed to this term as well.

Before they left, the Autobots let Master Mouth in one more piece of information they had come across during their absence: that their robot-spotters were themselves partly robotic! Enraged at the deception, the Mecannibals began to chase after their now former business partners. {{storylink|Recipe for Disaster!}}

===''King Grimlock''===
[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] had signed a peace treaty with Master Mouth at one point, one that [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] intended to honor by shipping the rogue Mecannibals who attacked Cybertron to [[Nebulon Station]]. {{storylink|Grimlock the Rebel}}

[[Category:Comic-only characters]]
[[Category:Marvel Generation 1 aliens]]
[[Category:Robots]]

Heavy Traffic!

2024-03-07T02:24:31Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Real-life references */ De-orphaning the page for the Plaza hotel- seems to only be linked on Category lists but only really relates to this issue.

{{comicstory|seriesissue=[[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|''The Transformers'' (US)]] #22
|prev=Aerialbots over America!
|next=Decepticon Graffiti!
|title="Heavy Traffic!"
|seriesissue2=[[The Transformers (Marvel comic)#Marvel UK|''The Transformers'' (UK)]] #91–92
|prev2=Aerialbots over America!
|next2=The Gift
|image=MarvelUS-22.jpg
|caption=A lot of fleshling guest stars and a comic-inaccurate Menasor, the perfect way to celebrate an anniversary.
|publisher=[[Marvel Comics]]
|date=July [[1986]]
|coverdate=November 1986
|writer=[[Bob Budiansky]]
|penciler=[[Don Perlin]]
|inkers=[[Ian Akin]] and [[Brian Garvey]]
|colorist=[[Nelson Yomtov|Nel Yomtov]]
|letterer=[[Hans IV]]
|editor=[[Don Daley]]
|continuity=[[Marvel Comics continuity]]
}}
'''While Skids and Donny Finkleberg attempt to locate the Cybertronian Autobots, Megatron sends the Stunticons to intercept.'''

==Synopsis==
At [[Rapid Anti-robot Assault Team|RAAT]] headquarters in [[New Jersey (Earth)|New Jersey]], [[Walter Barnett (G1)|Walter Barnett]] debriefs [[Circuit Breaker (G1)|Circuit Breaker]] on the capture of the [[Cybertron Seven|seven Autobots]] recently arrived from [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Barnett is concerned about the eagerness with which Circuit Breaker used force on them, but she rebuffs these concerns, and even declines the bonus check Barnett offers her for a "job well done", declaring that she did not take the job for money, but for revenge against robot-kind.

[[File:HeavyTraffic stunticons.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.75]]

At the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]], [[Ratchet (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ratchet]] continues working on [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s recently sustained wound. They are watched by [[Bombshell (G1)|Bombshell]], who has infiltrated the Ark after hitching a ride back on [[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]], and who quickly takes advantage of this opportunity to inject Prime with a [[cerebro-shell]]. However, the [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticon]] is quick to discover he is unable to control Prime, and can only monitor his thoughts. This is not a complete loss, however; at the Decepticons' [[Wyoming base]], [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]] is able to relay shell's signal, allowing [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] to listen in as Optimus Prime sends [[Skids (G1)|Skids]] and [[Donny Finkleberg]] to find out what has become of the seven missing Autobots. Skids secures Finkleberg's participation by taking from him a check for $25,000 that Finkleberg was paid for his services as Robot-Master. After the pair depart, Prime turns his attention to the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], who have been taken offline following their recent disastrous outing, and now await fresh reprogramming from the [[Matrix of Leadership|Creation Matrix]]. Thanks to Bombshell's cerebro-shell, Megatron is able to siphon off some of the energy of the Matrix as Prime activates the Aerialbots, and uses it to give life to the newest Decepticons, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]].

Skids and Finkleberg are delayed in their search when they come upon a driver endangered in an accident near fallen power lines. Much to Finkleberg's chagrin, Skids stops to save the driver, and the incident is reported by the local news. When Barnett sees the report, he is given further further reason to suspect that not all robots are bad, but Circuit Breaker remains unconvinced, and departs to hunt Skids down. The Decepticons also see the report, and, determined to ensure the Autobots remain hated and feared by humanity, send the Stunticons out to locate Skids as well, following a tracer Bombshell planted in Finkleberg's wallet.

[[File:Menasor superion heavy traffic.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5]]
Skids and Finkleberg spend the night at a motel, where Skids shows Finkleberg how to "shut him down" for the night so he can recharge. The next morning, the pair are stuck in a traffic jam when the Stunticons catch up to them, smashing their way through the human vehicles. RAAT shows at the same time, and battle ensues between the two groups, while Skids remains in vehicle mode, trying to hide among the other cars. The Aerialbots soon arrive on the scene, and are nearly attacked by Circuit Breaker until Finkleberg explains to her and Barnett that they are the "good guys". Circuit Breaker ''almost'' believes him... right up until the crafty Stunticons surround Skids and loudly announce that they are ''protecting'' him, in order to make the humans think that the Autobots and Decepticons are in league with one another. The Stunticons reveal their ability to combine into [[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]], and the Aerialbots respond by merging into [[Superion (G1)|Superion]], but as the two titans battle, Circuit Breaker strikes, felling Superion and leaving Menasor victorious. Weakened from the attack, Circuit Breaker is rescued by Barnett before Menasor can kill her, and Skids and Finkleberg escape in the confusion, forced to leave the unconscious Superion behind.

As night draws in, Finkleberg fears that they will never finish the mission and that he will never get his money back. Proclaiming himself tired, he has Skids stop at a motel for the night, where he again deactivates the Autobot for the night... then calls Barnett and asks how much a sleeping Transformer would be worth, no muss, no fuss. Barnett's answer of $50,000 seems enough to convince Finkleberg to hand Skids over...

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
{{collist|2|
*[[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] (1)
*[[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]] (2)
*[[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]] (3)
*[[Beachcomber (G1)|Beachcomber]] (4)
*[[Warpath (G1)|Warpath]] (5)
*[[Cosmos (G1)|Cosmos]] (6)
*[[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] (7)
*[[Ratchet (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ratchet]] (11)
*[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] (12)
*[[Wheeljack (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Wheeljack]] (13)
*[[Skids (G1)|Skids]] (14)
*[[Silverbolt (G1)|Silverbolt]] (18)
*[[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)|Skydive]] (19)
*[[Air Raid (G1)|Air Raid]] (20)
*[[Slingshot (G1)|Slingshot]] (21)
*[[Fireflight (G1)|Fireflight]] (22)
*[[Superion (G1)|Superion]] (22)
}}
|c2=
*[[Bombshell (G1)|Bombshell]] (10)
*[[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] (16)
*[[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]] (17)
*[[Drag Strip (G1)|Drag Strip]] (23)
*[[Dead End (G1)|Dead End]] (24)
*[[Breakdown (G1)|Breakdown]] (25)
*[[Wildrider (G1)|Wildrider]] (26)
*[[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]] (27)
*[[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] (28)
|c3=
*[[Circuit Breaker (G1)|Circuit Breaker]] (8)
*[[Walter Barnett (G1)|Walter Barnett]] (9)
*[[Donny Finkleberg]] (15)
}}

==Quotes==
[[File:HeavyTraffic the only good robot.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.25]]
"In my observations of humans I've learned they will perform various functions for what they call "money". ...for instance, this cashier's check for 25,000 dollars -- a '''potent''' motivating factor."
:—'''Skids''' really has figured out humanity

"If our luck holds, [the tracker]'ll lead us straight to those seven Autobots." 
"If '''my''' luck holds, they'll have 25,000 dollars worth of parking tickets on them."
:—'''Skids''' and '''Donny Finkleberg'''

"Don't your tires ever get tired? We've been driving all day!" 
"'''I've''' been driving all day! '''You've''' been '''complaining''' all day!"
:—'''Finkleberg''' and '''Skids'''

"The only '''good''' robot is a '''destroyed''' robot!"
:—'''Circuit Breaker'''

"You can't even '''scratch''' me! You lack the '''killer instinct!'''" 
"You're '''wrong''', Menasor! For you, I have '''nothing else!'''"
:—'''Menasor''' and '''Superion'''

==Notes==
===Continuity notes===
[[File:HeavyTraffic cybertron seven vs RAAT.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.5]]
*We learned last issue that the "Cybertron Seven" had been captured off-panel by RAAT; this issue reveals that the Autobots' capture (seen at right) took place shortly after the events of [[Command Performances!|issue #19]].
*RAAT is revealed to have been assembled by [[Intelligence and Information Institute|Triple-I]] and [[Walter Barnett (G1)|Walter Barnett]], who have been working to deal with the Transformers since [[Rock and Roll-Out!|issue #14]]. In US continuity, Barnett was last seen in [[I, Robot-Master!|issue #15]], but he and Triple-I also featured in a UK-exclusive story in [[In the National Interest|UK issues #74-77]].
*A flashback shows us Josie Beller's electrocution from [[The Worse of Two Evils!|issue #6]].
*Optimus Prime is still nursing the wound he sustained in issue #19, which Ratchet was shown treating last issue.
*Though their dialogue makes it seem as if gaining access to the Creation Matrix via Bombshell's cerebro-shell is something of a "consolation prize" after the shell fails to take control of Prime itself, we have to assume that obtaining access to the Matrix was ''always'' part of the Decepticons' reason for controlling Prime—otherwise the fact that they have already built the never-before-mentioned Stunticons seems like a giant coincidence. This somewhat clumsy handling of the team's introduction makes a bit more sense in UK continuity, however, where the Decepticons have been working to build the Stunticons since [[Second Generation!|UK issues #63-65]], after being shown them in a vision of the future granted by the Matrix itself.

===Real-life references===
[[File:HeavyTraffic skids to the rescue.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.5]]
*RAAT captured the Autobots at the real-life [[Columbia River Gorge]], as previously seen in [[The Bridge to Nowhere!|issue #18]]. As their base is in [[New Jersey (Earth)|New Jersery]] (seen last issue), that means Skids is literally driving across the full width of continental United States from his starting point in [[Oregon]]; he's about halfway across when he saves the driver from the downed powerlines in [[Colorado]] (right).
*When Skids and Donny check into the motel, Finkleberg wryly notes that it's nothing like [[the Plaza]], referring to the famous luxury hotel in [[New York]].

===Continuity and plotting errors===
*The story does not clearly explain ''why'' Bombshell fails to take control Optimus Prime. [[Ricky Vasquez]] showed us last issue that an individual of very strong will ''can'' resist Bombshell's mind control with great effort, but Optimus is ''completely'' unaffected by the shell. Is he simply ''so'' strong-willed that it had no effect on him at all?
*Circuit Breaker may not discriminate in her hatred for robots, but it doesn't make much sense for her to attack Superion first. Menasor and his components had already squarely identified themselves as the bad guys, and Superion is fighting them, so wouldn't it make sense to at least go after Menasor first?
*Skids says there's "nothing [he] can do to stop" the Stunticons as they pretend to defend him. Uh, why not.. y'know... transform and start shooting them? Just a few pages beforehand he was preparing to transform and fight them, yet now he does nothing.
{{--}}
===Artwork and technical errors===
*On the cover, Menasor is... honestly barely recognizable. He doesn't particularly look like his character model ''or'' his toy outside of basic shapes, and he's even missing the "vents" on the sides of his head. Plus, his face is purple instead of grey.
*The checklist of comics for November 1986 included on the "Bullpen Bulletins" editorial printed in this issue (and all other Marvel Comics published this month) misspells "Stunticons" as "Stuntacons".
[[File:HeavyTraffic stunticons vs RATT.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.5]]
*Coloring goofs consistently seen throughout this issue include:
**Blaster's eyes are blue again, as they were in [[The Smelting Pool!|issue #17]], despite being changed to yellow in [[The Bridge to Nowhere!|issue #18]].
**Perceptor's face is the same blue-black as the rest of his helmet. Per his finalized Marvel colors, it should be white.
**Outside of a few panels, the whole front of Skids's chest/vehicle mode is colored solid light blue. Per his final colors, it should be mostly dark blue, with only his grill and headlights appearing light blue.
**Motormaster's pelvis is grey instead of blue-black.
**Breakdown's arms are purple instead of white.
**Dead End's arms are white instead of red, and his head is blue-black instead of grey.
**Menasor's face is grey instead of white.
*'''Page 2:'''
**'''Panel 3:''' Blaster's face is red instead of yellow. Perceptor's shoulder is blue instead of red.
**'''Panel 6:''' Perceptor's right bicep is green instead of red, and his left foot is orange instead of blue. Blaster's face is light blue instead of yellow.
*'''Page 4:'''
**'''Panel 1:''' Warpath's face is yellow instead of grey.
**'''Panel 3-4:''' Optimus Prime's abdomen is white instead of red.
**'''Panel 6:''' Bombshell's thorax is black instead of purple, while his head is purple instead of black. His antennae is black instead of white.
**'''Panel 7:''' Ratchet's shoulder is blue instead of white.
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*'''Page 5:'''
**'''Panel 5:''' Skids stands nearly twice as tall as Wheeljack. Wheeljack's "black" parts, normally colored blue per the comic's limited color palette, are here colored blue-green (a color often used to represent black on ''other'' characters in the series, such as Bombshell and Megatron). Skids's left foot is magenta instead of red. Optimus's abdomen is still all-white. After last issue's goof, Finkleberg's clothes have reverted to their correct coloration as seen in [[Showdown!|issue #20]].
**'''Panel 8:''' Skids's [[character model]] is drawn in such a way that he does not appear to have upper arms, with his forearms emerging out of his ribcage. Don Perlin's attempts to render Skids with upper arms, while still remaining somewhat on-model, result in some bizarre imagery (right). The lower portion of Donny's right pants leg is tan instead of light brown.
*'''Page 6, panel 5:''' A flashback to issue #15 shows Walter Barnett wearing a green trenchcoat and hat; in that issue, his coat was grey and his hat was blue.
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*'''Page 7:'''
**'''Panel 2:''' Soundwave is taller and broader than Megatron.
**'''Panel 3:''' Air Raid's face is red instead of white, his pelvis is black instead of red, his thighs are light-blue instead of blue-black, and his feet are red instead of white.
**'''Panel 4:''' Drag Strip's helmet is red and his visor is light-blue; both should be purple.
*'''Page 8, panel 7:''' The stripe on Skids's shoulder door is misinterpreted, resulting in the lower portion of the door appearing red instead of blue.
*'''Page 9:'''
**'''Panel 3:''' In a repeat of a goof that's occurred before, Soundwave appears in a very dark purple, as opposed to his usual fuchsia.
**'''Panel 8:''' Donny's statement "We've been driving all day" ends with a question mark, which should probably be an exclamation point.
*'''Page 10, panel 6:''' The white pinstripe on the bottom of the red stripe on the side of Skids's vehicle mode is colored red.
*'''Page 11:''' The front of Motormaster's torso is solid blue-black, when only the "T"-shaped area on his breastplate should be
**'''Panel 1:''' Motormaster's face is purple instead of white/light blue.
[[File:HeavyTraffic superion defeated.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.5]]
[[File:HeavyTraffic barnett saves circuit breaker.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.5]]
*'''Page 12:'''
**'''Panel 1:''' Motormaster's face is now dark blue.
**'''Panel 3:''' Dead End's compressed air gun is purple instead of blue-black.
**'''Panel 5:''' Breakdown's face is white instead of red. His pectorals are purple instead of white.
**'''Page 13, panel 5:''' Drag Strip's forehead is red, his visor and the rest of his helmet is blue; again, they should be purple. Wildrider is entirely colored various shades of blue; his right leg is mis-colored as if it is part of Motormaster in the background.
**'''Page 15, panel 5:''' The underside of Singshot's fuselage is magenta instead of red.
*'''Page 16-17:''' Motormaster's face is now grey.
**'''Page 16, panel 3-4:''' Dead End is block-colored yellow, Drag Strip is block-colored red; that feels like it should be the other way around. Breakdown's torso and thighs are dark blue instead of white.
**'''Page 17, panel 5:''' In Menasor-limb-mode, Wildrider is colored red instead of grey.
*'''Page 17-20:''' As noted last issue, Superion's colors remain wildly inconsistent. Here, his left leg is colored Fireflight-red; all three other limbs are light blue.
*'''Page 19:'''
**'''Panel 1:''' Menasor-limb Breakdown is colored dark blue instead of white; Wildrider is light blue instead of grey.
**'''Panel 2-3:''' Screentones applied to the back of Superion are badly smudged.
*'''Page 20:'''
**'''Panel 4:''' Menasor's upper abdomen and pelvis should be black, but here, they are all grey, except for a stripe on the right side of his chestplate.
**'''Panel 5:''' Here, the whole front of Menasor's chestplate is black, which is probably how it was supposed to look in panel 4.
*'''Page 21:'''
**'''Panel 4:''' Skids's lower white pinstripe is missing again.
**'''Panel 5:''' Again, screentones applied to the side of Superion's head are badly smudged.
{{--}}

===UK printing===
[[File:HeavyTraffic US UK comparison.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.25]]
[[File:HeavyTraffic Film2006.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.25]]
'''Issue #91:'''
*'''Published:''' [[December 6|6th December]], 1986
*'''Cover date:''' [[December 13|13th December]], 1986
*'''[[Back-up strips]]:''' ''Spitfire and the Troubleshooters'' ("Behemoth", Part 1) and ''[[Robo-Capers]]''
*'''Other features:''' Spot-the-difference competition to win a Sony Walkman, in partnership with {{w|Ready Brek}} cereal.
*Following on from changes made to the previous story, the footnote directing readers to [[Command Performances!|issue #19]] for an explanation of Optimus Prime's wound is changed to instead point toward the ''upcoming'' [[Distant Thunder!|issue #100]].
*The order of the last couple of panels on page 12 is altered to provide a better cliffhanger for the reprint to end on (see right). There's also a slight text edit; in the original Motormaster says the line "I see him" twice, once in response to Drag Strip when he sights the semi truck, and again when Dead End spots Skids, but the UK version changes this simply to remove the repetitive dialogue, altering the first instance to "Indeed, Drag Strip!"
*The smudged screentones in the US printing show up clean in this version (see below).
*Instead of a [[Letters page (Marvel UK)|letters page]], this issue features [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]'s review of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', which had hit UK theatres just one day before this issue was released (right). by As one would expect, it's very even-handed and unbiased. He was very careful to point out all the movie's good points, though. Like... uhmmm... ''the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] are in it''. The segment is titled "Film 2006", a reference to the then-currently-airing British cinema review TV show ''{{w|Film... (TV programme)|Film 1986}}''.
*As an additional tie-in with the film's release, this issue's [[Robo-Capers issue 91|''Robo-Capers'' strip]] is another of the limited number in the series to feature Transformers characters, with a puffed-up Grimlock telling [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]] he's ''far'' too busy to fight Decepticons since becoming a movie star.

'''Issue #92:'''
*'''Published:''' [[December 13|13th December]], 1986
*'''Cover date:''' [[December 20|20th December]], 1986
*'''Back-up strips:''' ''Spitfire and the Troubleshooters'' ("Behemoth", Part 2) and ''Robo-Capers''
*'''Other features:''' Competition to wind a copy of the [[The Transformers: The Movie - Original Motion Picture Soundtrack|movie soundtrack]]. The (laughably simple) questions were:
**Megatron undergoes a drastic change in the movie. Into who?
**What is the name of the planet-sized Transforming creature that threatens to destroy [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]?
**One of the character voices in the film is supplied by an actor famous for his role as [[Spock]] in ''[[Star Trek]]''. Who is that actor?
*On this issue's letters page, when asked by Ragwan Ahmad of Cardiff when [[female Transformer]]s would finally be introduced, Grimlock points to the movie and describes [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] as "the first female Transformer". Guess he didn't see "[[The Search for Alpha Trion]]", eh?
{{--}}

===Other trivia===
*The US issue does not have a [[letters page]].
*Due to the presence of Marvel-owned character Circuit Breaker, [[IDW Publishing]] were unable to reprint this issue in their 2008 ''[[Classic Transformers Volume 2]]'' collection, as they had not yet negotiated a license to do so with Marvel. The issue was replaced in the collection with a text summary. The issue appeared properly the first time after this in The Definitive G1 Collection published by Hatchette.

===Bot Roster===
*Autobots: 11 active following the Aerialbots' defeat; 5 rogue Dinobots; 12 held captive by RAAT; 14 in repair bay. (42 total)
*Decepticons: 21 active as the Stunticons come online; 7 offline. (28 total)

===Courtesy of my...===
*RAAT are armed with [[electric snow]] [[missile]]s.
*Dead End blows away the electric snow with his [[Compression cannon|compressed air gun]].
*Breakdown shoots down a RAAT helicopter with his [[Concussion weapon|concussion cannon]].
*Menasor takes down Superior with a torrent of air from his [[cyclone gun]].

===Covers (3)===
*'''US issue #22:''' A portrait of Menasor, surrounded by various Marvel characters, by [[Herb Trimpe]]. All Marvel comics released this month featured this cover design as part of a celebration of the 25th anniversary of Marvel Comics, though for the central portrait, other titles used images of their lead characters, making the choice of Menasor for ''The Transformers'' cover more than a little out of place. Further confusing was that the cover depicts the G1 toy head of Menasor, while the comic itself uses the Sunbow/Marvel comic head design, thus there is little resemblance between the two.
*'''UK issue #91:''' The Stunticons, by [[Phil Gascoine]].
*'''UK issue #92:''' Superion and Menasor battle, by [[Lee Sullivan]].
<gallery>
File:MarvelUS-22.jpg|'''US issue #22''' - When I drink, I see little people too.
File:MarvelUK-091.jpg|'''UK issue #91''' - Grammar is not anyone's strong point.
File:MarvelUK-092.jpg|'''UK issue #92''' - The guns are just for show.
</gallery>

===Reprints===
<gallery>
File:Titan-ShowdownSC.jpg|'''''[[Transformers: Showdown]]'' TPB''' (Titan Books, 2003)
File:Titan-ShowdownHC.jpg|'''''Transformers: Showdown'' HC''' (Titan Books, 2003)
File:TFClassicsVol2.jpg|'''''[[The Transformers Classics, Vol. 2|''The Transformers Classics'', Vol. 2]]:''' (IDW Publishing, 2012)
File:DefinitiveG1Collection v6.jpg|'''''[[Transformers: The Definitive G1 Collection|The Definitive G1 Collection]]: Volume 6: Target: 2006''''' (Hachette Partworks, 2016)
</gallery>

====IDW ''Transformers Classics'' edits====
[[File:HeavyTraffic screentones.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.5]]
For ''[[The Transformers Classics]]'' series of trade paperbacks, IDW Publishing "remastered" the coloring of the series with varying degrees of success. These changes were sometimes to fix errors, but often to alter characters' color schemes to make them resemble their toy and/or cartoon selves, and were rarely applied with consistency. IDW's recolored version was also used for Hachette's ''[[Transformers: The Definitive G1 Collection|Definitive G1 Collection]]'', with exceptions noted below.
*The border of Marvel characters on the cover is blanked out for this reprint, but the stars covering the letter "S" in the "Transformers" logo remain. Hachette's version includes the characters, but still removes the Marvel logo.
*'''Page 5:'''
**'''Panel 5:''' Wheeljack's blue is corrected, but not deliberately; the inconsistent remastering of the ''Classics'' series often reduces the two distinct shades of blue in question to the same.
**'''Panel 8:''' Donny's pant leg is corrected.
*'''Page 7, panel 6:''' As is standard for the ''Classics'' reprints, Soundwave is recolored in blue throughout the issue, except for this panel, where he retains his purple colours.
*'''Page 11, panel 1:''' Motormaster's face is corrected from grey to white.
*'''Page 20, panels 2 and 3,''' and '''page 22, panel 5:''' Screentones are completely removed, but the ink-blotching artifacts remain... even though they don't actually match the smudging on the original printing (see right). What have you got against zip-tones, guys?
{{--}}
===Advertisements===
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'''US'''
*[[M&M's]]—inside front cover
*Bonkers! (candy) - between pages 4 & 5
*Brach's (candy) - between pages 5 & 6
*Dungeons & Dragons Set #1: Basic Rules - between pages 7 & 8
*Comic shops and sketchy ads - between pages 8 & 9
*Marvel Super Mart and sketchy ads - between pages 16 & 17
*Comic Book Conventions 1986: Philadelphia, Los Angeles, Manhattan, San Francisco, Washington DC, New Brunswick (New Jersey) - between pages 17 & 18
*Mile High Comics - between pages 19 & 20
*Bullpen Bulletins - between pages 20 & 21
*Marvel subscriptions
*Yamaha DX100 synthesizer—inside front cover
*Starburst and Skittles—back cover

'''UK issue #91'''
*{{w|Ready Brek}} spot the difference competition to win a {{w|Walkman}}
*Classified ads
*[[:File:STARS-FanClubUK-Advert.jpg|S.T.A.R.S.]] (right)
'''UK issue #92'''
*The New Leaders, [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Ultra Magnus]] and [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]]
*''The Transformers: The Movie'' soundtrack album
*''The Transformers: The Movie'' giant poster magazine
*{{w|Weetabix}}
[[Category:Marvel US issues]]
[[Category:Marvel UK issues]]

Hasbro Heroes Sourcebook issue 3

2024-03-07T01:48:05Z

Spacebridge Technician: Changing 'Donnie Finkleberg' to 'Donny'- AFAIK the nod in the issue itself calls him 'Donald', and all the marvel stuff/ our pages spell it 'Donny' apart from the separate SG guy.

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'''Phenolo-Phi''' to '''Zarana'''!

==Profiles==
* [[Phenolo-Phi]] (written by [[Cullen Bunn]] and [[JimmyZ Johnston]]; art by [[Jack Lawrence]] and [[Ander Zarate]])
* [[Quick Kick]] (w. [[Aubrey Sitterson]]; a. [[Steve Kurth]] and [[Simon Gough]])
* {{i|Red Falcon}} (w. JimmyZ Johnston; a. [[Jed Dougherty]] and [[David García Cruz]])
* [[Roadblock (G.I. Joe)|Roadblock]] (w. Aubrey Sitterson; a. [[Robert Atkins]] and Simon Gough)
* [[Rock 'n Roll]] (w. Aubrey Sitterson; a. Steve Kurth and Simon Gough)
* [[Rom]] (w. [[Chris Ryall]] and [[David Mariotte]]; a. [[David Messina]])
* [[Terrence Salmons]] (w. [[John Barber]]; a. [[Paolo Villanelli]] and [[John-Paul Bove]])
* [[Scarlett]] (w. Aubrey Sitterson; a. Robert Atkins and Simon Gough)
* [[Sgt. Savage]] (w. John Barber; a. [[Ron Joseph]] and [[Jay Fotos]])
* [[Shazraella]] (w. JimmyZ Johnston; a. Jed Dougherty and David García Cruz)
* [[Bruno Sheppard]] (w. [[Brandon M. Easton]]; a. [[Sam Lotfi]] and [[Jordi Escuin]])
* [[Shipwreck]] (w. Aubrey Sitterson; a. Paolo Villanelli and John-Paul Bove)
* [[Skywarp (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Skywarp]] (w. John Barber; a. [[Guido Guidi]])
* [[Snake-Eyes|Snake Eyes]] (w. Aubrey Sitterson; a. Robert Atkins and Simon Gough)
* [[Soundwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Soundwave]] (w. John Barber; a. Guido Guidi)
* [[Matt Trakker|Spectrum]] (w. Brandon M. Easton; a. [[Marcelo Ferreira]] and Jordi Escuion)
* [[Stalker (G.I. Joe)|Stalker]] (w. John Barber; a. Ron Joseph and Jay Fotos)
* [[Starscream (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Starscream]] (w. [[Mairghread Scott]]; a. [[Sara Pitre-Durocher]])
* [[Sly Rax|Stiletto]] (w. Brandon M. Easton; a. Sam Lotfi and Jordi Escuin)
* [[Tempest (G.I. Joe)|Storm Shadow]] (w. John Barber; a. [[Max Dunbar]] and Ander Zarate)
* [[Thundercracker (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Thundercracker]] (w. John Barber; a. [[Kei Zama]])
* [[Victorion]] (w. John Barber; a. Guido Guidi)
* [[Windblade (G1)|Windblade]] (w. Mairghread Scott; a. Sara Pitre-Durocher)
* [[Spike Witwicky (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Spike Witwicky]] (w. John Barber; a. Paolo Villanelli and John-Paul Bove)
* [[Zandar]] (w. Aubrey Sitterson; a. Paolo Villanelli and John-Paul Bove)
* [[Zarana]] (w. Aubrey Sitterson; a. Paolo Villanelli and John-Paul Bove)

==Other content==
* Pin-up of the regular cover, by [[Fico Ossio]] and [[John-Paul Bove]]
* ''[[Heliopolis]]'' blueprints by [[Guido Guidi]]
* Four-page preview of [[First Strike issue 1|''First Strike'' #1]]
* Papercraft models of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]] and Rom by [[Kelly Blake]]

==Notes==
===Profile notes===
* Quick Kick's real name is given as "Gordon Hung." That's new; historically, his real name is "MacArthur S. Ito."
* Terrance Salmons's profile includes references to [[Intelligence and Information Institute|Triple I]] from the original [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|Generation 1 Marvel comic]], and to [[Donny Finkleberg]] and [[Peter Anthony Morris]], employees of the company in that series. It then dives an order of mangitude deeper and makes reference to the "[[Schrödinger's Box]] Affair," alluding to a plot from the Japanese ''[[Story of Binaltech]]'' that Triple I was also involved in.
* Sgt. Savage notes that his first deployment was in the fictional country of [[Galibi]]. This country was first alluded to in {{i|The Fall of G.I. Joe Part One|''G.I. Joe'' vol. 4 #1}}, sharing a border with the equally fictional [[Schleteva]]. Savage's profile also describes the Screaming Eagles as initially being encouraged to serve as propaganda soldiers and sell war bonds, as well as being the first racially integrated unit in the Army thanks to Savage's influence; both details are lifted from the history of [[Captain America]], who Savage has always been a bit of a [[knockoff]] of, from the 2011 film {{w|Captain America: The First Avenger|''Captain America: The First Avenger''}}.
* Skywarp and Thundercracker are explicitly identified as [[Outlier (group)|outliers]] for the first time, though Thundercracker's profile notes that his powers are limited enough that they might not even qualify.
* Stiletto's profile explains a baffling line in ''[[M.A.S.K.: Revolution]]'', which claimed that his mask shared the shrinking-and-growing abilities of [[Julio Lopez]]'s "Gulliver", before immediately showing him using the classic Stiletto power of firing a spear-like projectile. Here, it's explained that he uses the growth power in conjunction with sharpened darts to create the giant [[harpoon]]s he fires.

===Errors, omissions, and inconsistencies===
* The middle word of Rock 'n Roll's codename is traditionally spelled ''' 'n ''', with one apostrophe, in ''G.I. Joe'' toylines, which is the spelling that's been used for [[G.I. Joe vol. 5|''G.I. Joe'' vol. 5]]. Here, however, it's been rendered ''' 'n' ''' with two apostrophes (a more grammatically correct spelling also used in [[When Eagles Scream|''Revolutionaries'' #7]] and [[Ghost in the Machine (IDW)|#8]]). And ''past'' IDW appearances have used an ampersand! So basically... don't worry about it too much.
* This issue reprints Scarlett's profile from the backmatter of [[The Divine Source of Liberty|''Revolution'' #2]] in full, including listing Scarlett as a Master Sergeant when [[White Light|''The Transformers'' #56]], [[Secret Raiders: A Revolution Prelude|''Revolution'' #0]], and ''Revolution'' #2's main story had her as the more logical Colonel.
* Bruno Sheppard is listed by his full name (his alphabetical position in the series determined by his surname), while the other ''[[M.A.S.K. (franchise)|M.A.S.K.]]'' characters profiled in the issue are listed under their codenames. Bruno's is not even mentioned in his profile; it's "Thunderflame".
* Continuing a kind of error from last issue, Shipwreck and Quick Kick's first appearances are listed as issues #40 and #45 of the original Marvel ''G.I. Joe'' comic book, respectively. Though those ''are'' the first issues of that series in which they debuted, their actual first appearances were in the ''Joe'' cartoon: Shipwreck first appeared in "The Vines of Evil" (which aired in September 1984, versus the June 1985 publication date of issue #40) and Quick Kick first appeared in "Chaos in the Sea of Lost Souls" (which aired in September 1985, versus issue #45's publication date of November 1985).
* Victorion's marital status is listed as "single", despite her legs being married to each other.
* The heights and weights given for the three [[Seeker (disambiguation)|seekers]] feel incredibly arbitrary and wildly inconsistent with each other, with Skywarp and Thundercracker somehow being both slightly taller and less than half as heavy as Starscream.
* Continuing [[All Hail Megatron issue 5|a trend]] [[The Man of Steel|set by]] [[Police Action Part 2: Only Forward|previous issues]], Spike Witwicky's military history doesn't really make any sense. Spike apparently "enlisted at age 18", but all previous appearances have depicted him as a commissioned officer rather than an enlisted soldier. What's more, he apparently "became a Naval aviator"... except that Naval aviators are dedicated pilots (think ''[[Maverick (Collaborative)|Top Gun]]''), and Spike has always been portrayed doing "spec ops" stuff rather than flying aircraft.

===Other trivia===
* Originally solicited for release in July, this issue arrived noticeably late, in the final week of August. It picked up speed a ''little'', though, arriving within the same month as the already-delayed issue #2.
* This issue was advertised as including "a fantastic story leading into the next huge Hasbro event", but winds up having only a four-page preview of ''First Strike'' #1 rather than an original strip like the previous two issues did. Editor David Mariotte's introduction to the issue, however, is clearly describing the four-page story from [[First Strike issue 0|''First Strike'' #0]], so obviously ''it'' was originally intended for inclusion in this issue. While ''Sourcebook'' #3 was delayed and didn't come until after after [[First Strike issue 2|''First Strike'' #2]], it was ''supposed'' to be released the month ''before'' issue #1, so it seems like the ''Sourcebook'' delays prompted the story being pulled from this issue and released as its own thing so that it could actually come out before the crossover began, explaining why ''First Strike'' #0 wasn't advance-solicited and basically appeared out of nowhere one day.
* The retailer incentive cover, on top of various ''Revolutionaries'' characters and Optimus Prime, also has a character in silhouette that doesn't really match up with anyone who's had a ''Sourcebook'' profile... but it ''does'' fit the classic design of [[Leoric]] from ''[[Visionaries]]'', which is receiving a [[Hasbro Universe]] comic series in the aftermath of ''First Strike''. Now, why he's on the cover when he doesn't actually have a profile is anyone's guess...

===Other printings===
Several of the profiles shown were previously published as backmatter in issues of ''Revolution'' and other [[Hasbro Universe]] comics:

* Phenolo-Phi in [[Valley Forge|''Revolution'' #5]]
* Roadblock in [[O Ship of State|''Revolution'' #3]]
* Rom in [[The Divine Source of Liberty|''Revolution'' #2]]
* Scarlett in [[The Divine Source of Liberty|''Revolution'' #2]]
* Snake Eyes in [[The New Colossus|''Revolution'' #4]]
* Soundwave in [[The New Colossus|''Revolution'' #4]]
* Spectrum (as "Matt Trakker") in [[O Ship of State|''Revolution'' #3]]
* Victorion in [[O Ship of State|''Revolution'' #3]]
* Windblade in [[Valley Forge|''Revolution'' #5]]

Shortened versions of Phenolo-Phi (as "Space Glider"), Quick Kick, Rock 'n Roll, Rom, Scarlett, Shazraella, Snake Eyes, Soundwave, Spectrum, Stiletto, Victorion, and Windblade's profiles were also released as trading cards through a ''Revolution''-themed [http://humblebundle.com Humble Bundle].

===Covers (3)===
* '''Regular cover:''' Wraparound cover of the characters profiled in this issue, by [[Fico Ossio]] and [[John-Paul Bove]]
* '''Subscription cover:''' Rom, Shipwreck, Scarlett, and Snake Eyes, by [[Sam Lotfi]] and [[Jordi Escuin]]
* '''Retailer incentive cover:''' Buncha characters who aren't in the dang ol' issue, by [[Marcelo Borstelmann]]

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===Advertisements===
* CubeCraft.com
* "The Hasbro Tribune" editorial page promoting July's [[Hasbro Universe]] titles, including this issue, [[G.I. Joe vol. 5 issue 8|''G.I. Joe'' #8]], [[The Life of Sideswipe|''Optimus Prime'' #9]], [[Ghost in the Machine (IDW)|''Revolutionaries'' #8]], [[Shining Armor issue 1|''Rom vs. Transformers: Shining Armor'' #1]], [[An Axe to Break the Ice|''Lost Light'' #8]], and [[Your First Mistake|''Till All Are One'' #12]].
* ''Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles/Usagi Yojimbo'' one-shot

==External links==
* [http://www.adventuresinpoortaste.com/2017/08/25/exclusive-idw-preview-hasbro-heroes-sourcebook-3/ Preview]

[[Category:Hasbro Heroes Sourcebook issues]]

Ramjet (Animated)

2024-03-06T23:47:07Z

Spacebridge Technician:

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|''The name or term Ramjet does not refer to any other characters or ideas. You certainly can't read more about them by seeing [[Ramjet (disambiguation)]].''
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:''Ramjet is'' not ''a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]] [[continuity family]]''.

[[File:LiarStarscreamConehead.jpg|thumb|250px|[[Derrick J. Wyatt|"No clone army..."]] [[Sam Register|"...definitely no clone army..."]] [[Marty Isenberg|"...absolutely no clone army in this show!"]]]]

'''Ramjet''', certainly not the '''Liar Starscream''', is the [[Starscream (Animated)|original Starscream]], and not a [[Starscream clone (Animated)|clone]].

What? We never said he was the original Starscream.

He does not have a problem with telling the truth. Not every single thing he ever says is a complete lie. Just because what he just said completely contradicts everything he said previously, this doesn't make him an irredeemable bold-faced liar.

{{bigquote|I'm not down! I can escape any time I want to! I... just don't want to.|Ramjet after not getting stasis cuffed by [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]]|"[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"}}

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==Fiction==
===''Animated'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor| Not [[Tom Kenny]] (Not English), [[Jin Yamanoi]] janai (Not Japanese)| Ne [[Alexander Kovriznyh]] (Not Russian), Nicht [[Stefan Staudinger]] (Not German), Non [[Daniele Demma]] (Not Italian), No [[Alexis Quiroz]] (Not Latin American Spanish, and certainly not seasons 1 and 2), No [[Leonardo Salas]] (Not Latin-American Spanish, and in no way season 3), Ei [[Kari Tamminen]] (Not Finnish), Pas [[Sylvain Lemarié]] (Not French), Não [[Ricardo Sawaya]] (Not Portuguese, and none of seasons 1 and 2), Não [[Armando Tiraboschi]], (Not Portuguese, and surely not season 3)}}

[[Image:Starscream with Liarscream.jpg|thumb|left|"Argument is an intellectual process. Contradiction is just the automatic gainsaying of any statement the other person makes." "No it isn't." "It is." "Not at all."]]

Ramjet did not first try to assert that he was the original Starscream, then deny he said that, then deny that he was a liar when [[Slipstream (Animated)|Slipstream]] called him a liar. {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part I}}

[[Image:LiarStarscreamABTCpt2.jpg|thumb|200px|He isn't angry at Hasbro, he is not about to fire at them.]]
Ramjet managed to do fairly well in the [[space bridge]] battle. He never told his Autobot targets that he wasn't about to shoot them. He was not trapped by [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]] in a pair of [[stasis cuffs]], and after that didn't happen, he wasn't helped to escape by the [[Sunstorm (Animated)|Sycophant]], and he never denied that any of this occurred. When [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]] came on the scene, Ramjet did not try to tell the giant his stabilizing servo was unbolted. Had he done so, Omega would have fallen for it and not just promptly kicked the clone a few miles away. {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part II}}

At some point after the battle, a stasis-cuffed [[Lugnut (Animated)|Lugnut]] wasn't helped at all out of his plight by Ramjet. And even if that ''had'' happened, the clone was being completely honest when he promised not to tell Megatron about Lugnut's humiliating failure. But none of that happened so it doesn't matter. Yeah, that's the ticket. {{storylink|Three's a Crowd}}

[[Image:TFAni 5ServosofDoom LiarScream Helpless.jpg|thumb|left|"Your middle name's Judas, but you tell everyone that it's Jonathan."]]
Long after that, [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]] didn't capture the disarmed and helpless Ramjet for [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel Prime]] in exchange for a gyro-stabilizer. However, Lockdown didn't double-cross Sentinel when Ramjet didn't offer the bounty hunter a better deal earlier. Ramjet didn't break free and stasis cuff the alert Autobot on the spot. As Ramjet didn't try to get away with the armed and dangerous Sentinel, he wasn't knocked out of the sky by [[Jetfire (Animated)|Jetfire]] and [[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]], who weren't accompanied by [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] and [[Jazz (Animated)|Jazz]].

Even if they did, the battle didn't go in Ramjet's favor and he didn't use Sentinel as a shield against their attacks. Ramjet didn't try to escape again, but Optimus didn't cover his face with foam. Had that happened, he wouldn't have dropped Sentinel head-first into the ground. After [[Safeguard (Animated)|Safeguard]] didn't blast him out of the sky with a fireball, Optimus and Jazz didn't push a scoreboard on top of him. If they did, it wouldn't have hurt one bit, and he wouldn't have been stasis cuffed and hauled into custody. {{storylink|Five Servos of Doom}} Unlike the other captured Decepticons, Ramjet was not transported back to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Animated)|Predacons Rising}}

[[Image:TFAni_Decepticon_Air_BoxScream_ConeScream.jpg|thumb|200px|New helmet? What are you talking about?]]
Later, Sentinel Prime didn't steer his ship through a stormy nebula. Nor did it revive [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]], who wasn't still immobilized from his own slow-down ray. From there, Swindle didn't free and re-arm Ramjet along with the other captured Decepticons. Swindle also didn't give [[Sunstorm (Animated)|Sunstorm]] and Ramjet strangely familiar helmets to tell them apart. Afterwards, Ramjet and the Decepticons didn't manhandle the Elite Guard. And if they did, they would've captured them before Sentinel sent a coded SOS to Optimus Prime. Fortunately, Optimus didn't appear out of Swindle's chest, and didn't send Ramjet and the other Decepticons into chaos. The battle didn't spill out of the ship, where [[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]] didn't somehow bombard him with a tornado. Ramjet also wasn't present when [[Blitzwing (Animated)|Blitzwing]] didn't capture the Autobots and didn't try to freeze them in the decontamination unit. If he was, he certainly wasn't frozen when Jazz didn't booby-trap the decontamination unit. He ultimately wasn't re-captured and sent to Cybertron, where he wasn't paraded around with the jubilant Sentinel. That's [[Thundercracker (Animated)|Thundercracker]] you're thinking of! {{storylink|Decepticon Air}}

{{--}}

===''The Cool'' comic===
[[Image:StarscreamCloneArmyAttack01.jpg|thumb|left|200px|I've never been in any fancy Japanese comic books! What ''are'' [[you]] talking about!?]]

Ramjet did not join the rest of the [[Starscream clone (Animated)|Clone Army]] in battle for the Decepticon [[space bridge]]. And he was most certainly ''not'' shocked when Optimus Prime and Megatron joined forces to stop him! {{storylink|The Cool Episode 7}}

Ramjet certainly did not get wiped out by Omega Supreme, because he wasn't following Megatron's orders and he wasn't afraid of being destroyed by said warlord. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 8}}
{{--}}

==Toys==
===''Animated''===
[[Image:AnimatedLegendsRamjetClearWhite.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|This is always how I envisioned what my first toy would be like.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Ramjet Clear White Version''' (EZ Collection, 2010)}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': [[July 24]], 2010

: ''[[EZ Collection]]'' Ramjet is ''not'' a redeco of a [[Starscream (Animated)#Legends Class|Legends-class Starscream]] in mostly colorful clear (with ''no'' opaque white nylon parts), whose vehicle mode looks nothing like a futuristic, forward-swept wing fighter jet mashup of the [http://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/s37/ Su-47 (S-37) Berkut Experimental Fighter] and the [http://macross2.net/m3/macrossplus/yf-19.htm YF-19 "Alpha One] from the series ''{{w|Macross Plus}}.'' Never heard of either of 'em.

: He was available everywhere ''except'' [[Ito Yokado]] stores in Japan, and very definitely ''not'' [[campaign item|given away for free]] to customers there who purchased ''[[Transformers Animated (toyline)|Transformers Animated]]'' merchandise totaling at least 3,000 yen on [[July 24]]th.

: Whoever told you this mold was also used to make [[Starscream (Animated)#ClearPurple|Starscream Clear Purple Version]], [[Skywarp (Animated)#ClearEZCollection|Skywarp Clear Purple Version]], [[Sunstorm (Animated)#ClearEZCollection|Sunstorm Clear Orange Version]], [[Thundercracker (Animated)#ClearEZCollection|Thundercracker Clear Blue Version]], and [[Starscream Clone Black Version]] is spreading falsehoods. That last one definitely sounds like a guy who doesn't exist.

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[[File:Ani-toy Ramjet Activator.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|At long last! [[Slipstream (Animated)|Slipstream]] finally has a toy!]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Ramjet''' (Activator, 2010)}}</ul>

: Whatever you might have heard, Ramjet is not a redeco of [[Activators]] [[Starscream (Animated)#Activators|Starscream]], and completely lacks the ability to transform into a futuristic jet with an [[autotransformation]] gimmick, which certainly wouldn't let him transform from vehicle to robot at the mere press of a button. Unthinkable. His arm-mounted blasters are totally immobile so don't even think about needing to swing them around manually between modes. Because you don't even have hands.

: Nobody was ever able to obtain him, since he wasn't an [[exclusive]] "second chance" prize in a ''Transformers''-themed raffle held by Family Mart stores across Japan. He couldn't have been purchased through the mail with a combination of winning E, F, and G prize tickets and 2,500 yen. It was the grand prize for eleventy billion yen and an R ticket. Yeah, that's the ticket.

: This mold could not have been used to make [[Dirge (Animated)#Toys|Dirge]], [[Thundercracker (Animated)#Toys|Thundercracker]], or [[Skywarp (Animated)#Activator|Skywarp]] even if anyone wanted to (they didn't), because it was stolen by gnomes before anyone was able to do so even if they wanted to, which, as we noted before, nobody did. So there.
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==Notes==
[[Image:AnimatedRamjetModel.jpg|thumb|150px|I did not look like this when I was born.]]
*Ramjet's colors are completely original. They have nothing to do with [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[Ramjet (G1)|Ramjet]] whatsoever, no sir. It's just a coincidence that he has burgundy wings and a white helmet. He certainly wasn't finally called "Ramjet" in ''[[Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac|The AllSpark Almanac]],'' which is a terrible book nobody enjoys. Also, the name "Liar Starscream" was definitely not on his character model sheet.
*Ramjet's colors are entirely consistent. At no point does his off-white ever look cream.
*Ramjet was not given his Generation 1 counterpart's [[Conehead|cone-shaped helmet]] in "[[Decepticon Air]]". He didn't get it from anybody, especially not [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]]. Absolutely not. And even if he had, it certainly wouldn't have been drill-tipped, because that wouldn't have been awesome at all.
*Ramjet's nosecone is extremely brittle. It hasn't been reinforced at all. There's no way it can survive any midair collisions.
*He doesn't like toast.
*This entire article is the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth. The fact that it's about Ramjet (who ''isn't'' a big fat liar) has nothing to do with anything. So there.
*We never said that this article spoke truth. You can't prove anything!

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' Not '''Ramjet''' (ラムジェット ''Ramujetto'')

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Steve White

2024-03-06T01:29:03Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Notes */ One extraneous letter.

{{disambig3|Steve}}

[[Image:Steve White Titan1.jpg|right|130px|thumb|]]
'''Steve White''' (born [[May 27]], [[1964]]) is a prolific colourist, writer, and editor from the UK who has worked as staffer, freelancer, or both for [[Marvel UK]], Tundra UK, Egmont Fleetway, [[Titan Books]], and [[Hachette]]. Comics, games and magazines he's worked on include ''[[Ghostbuster|Real Ghostbusters]]'', ''Dragon's Claws'', ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog|Sonic the Comic]]'', ''2000AD'', ''Knights of Pendragon'', ''[[Magic: The Gathering]]'', and Orbis's ''Dinosaurs!'' partwork. He's got around.

You can also commission him to draw you detailed pictures of dinosaurs and sharks!

==Work for Transformers==

He got his job at Marvel editorial via his schoolmate [[Gary Gilbert]].<ref>Judge Dredd Megazine #440 interview</ref> To boost his wages he also did some of the colouring, ending up on the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|''Transformers'' comic]] in the 1980s (colouring the [[Wanted: Galvatron — Dead or Alive!|first appearance]] of [[Death's Head (G1)|Death's Head]]), as well as on other comics. He ended up as editor and writer on titles like ''[[Action Force (comic)|Action Force]]''; due to this, he was supposedly the inspiration for [[Combat Colin]]'s sidekick, [[Semi-Automatic Steve]].

In the early 21st century, he was a guest at the [[Transforce]] convention and was startled to be applauded. He told on interview that "Transformers was just one those things that happened to other people unless [[Simon Furman|Si]] said he had another colour job for me" and the cheering made him feel mildly guilty "for having such a lackadaisical attitude". <ref>http://web.archive.org/web/20090215042925/http://fractalmatter.com/main/?p=671 Fractal Matter interview (Wayback)]</ref>

White was a big driving force in setting up their [[Transformers (Titan Magazine)|Transformers title]], stating there was "no way on God's green Earth" he was going to let anyone else edit it and being personally responsible for [[Simon Furman]], [[Don Figueroa]] and [[Geoff Senior]] being on it, the last done when both were drunk. This was intended as The Big One to get Titan some industry recognition. <ref>http://web.archive.org/web/20090215042925/http://fractalmatter.com/main/?p=671 Fractal Matter interview (Wayback)]</ref>. After the rebrand for ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (franchise)| Dark of the Moon]]'', he became senior editor.

His favourite things are sharks, [[dinosaur (dinosaur)|dinosaurs]], and jet planes, and he longs for the day someone will make [[:Image:Steve_White_Titan2.jpg|a dino-shark that turns into a jet]].

==Fiction==
Titan Magazines was captured by the Decepticons in 2008. Steve White was locked in a cage and forced to keep working on Titan's comics, while barely being fed. He was briefly let out to visit Bristol Comic Expo 2008, and returned psychologically shattered, bruised and covered in lipstick. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 13|13's Star Screams}}

Months of this treatment have left Steve permanently hunched over and muttering insanely. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 19|#19's Star Screams}} He does, however, have enough presence of mind to scream at the idea of releasing the comic more often, and to cry for the chance to go to [[Maccadam's Old Oil House|the pub]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 21|#21's Star Screams}}

==Notes==
* Before he was made redundant from Marvel UK in 1991, there'd be some friction beforehand as he'd disagreed with the planned move to contemporary muscles-and-guns superheroes and felt Marvel UK should emulate DC's Vertigo line.<ref>Judge Dredd Megazine #440 interview</ref>
* Among his Marvel UK pals were [[Dan Abnett]], and [[John Tomlinson]], who he co-wrote and co-plotted some strips (as well as for ''2000AD'').

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*{{w|Steve White (comics)|Steve White at Wikipedia}}
*[https://stevewhiteart.co.uk/ Steve White's website]

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Grimlock (G1)/2005 IDW continuity

2024-03-05T22:22:59Z

Spacebridge Technician: Tiny spelling/ grammar edits. Reshuffled or replaced a couple of words for easier reading.

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[[File:MTMTE 46 Textless.jpeg|upright=1.4|thumb|Demolition while you wait.]]
A powerhouse fighter and always a rogue element, '''Grimlock''' is the leader of the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dynobots]], a team of Autobots committed to doing their own thing their own way! Surly and disobedient, Grimlock is always at odds with authority... an attitude that changed everything when he disregarded orders to lead the Dynobots on a mission to destroy [[Shockwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Shockwave]] on prehistoric Earth. Being buried for thousands of years, having his comrades turned against him, imprisonment in [[Garrus-9]], and an unlikely alliance with a [[Scavengers (G1)|squad of Decepticons]] were only some of the adventures that Grimlock faced as a result of that fateful mission!

{{First|''[[Spotlight: Shockwave]]''}}

{{bigquote|Will he be pleased to see us?}}
{{bigquote|Hell no. He's never pleased to see '''''anyone'''''.|Guzzle & Kup|[[Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|''Last Stand of the Wreckers'' #4]]}}

==Fiction==
===Joining the Autobots===
'''Grimlock of Iacon''' was a [[Reproduction#2005 IDW continuity|forged]] heavy-weight class [[Point One Percenter]]. {{storylink|Remain in Light 3 of 5: The Divided Self|The Divided Self}} {{storylink|Remain in Light 4 of 5: Arm the Lonely|Arm the Lonely}} He has been a warrior for millennia, although not always an obedient one. He was languishing in a military brig after angering a field commander when he met a fellow detainee named [[Slag (G1)|Slag]], and started swapping stories. Slag had shot a vice-admiral in the back to con him into a frontal assault, so Slag won the conversation. Grimlock thought this Slag guy sounded like a good bloke, and the two of them discussed the formation of their own rule-breaking strike team, the D'''y'''nobots. {{storylink|Maximum Dinobots issue 2|Maximum Dinobots #2}} Grimlock and the Dynobots would go on to serve under the [[Primal Vanguard]] {{storylink|Rage (IDW)|Rage}} as a covert strike force, carrying out over 200 missions under the command of [[Nominus Prime]] and receiving numerous commendations. {{storylink|Underworld (IDW)|Underworld}} {{storylink|Hasbro Heroes Sourcebook issue 2|Grimlock profile}}

Everything changed, however, when the team was sent to investigate a tunnel network below the [[Toraxxis Plains]]. Set upon by powerful [[cyber-morphic predator]]s, the Dynobots were forced to use technology developed by their medic, [[Skar (IDW)|Skar]], to scan the creatures and match their power. These new [[alternate mode]]s gave the team the edge needed to defeat their assailants, {{storylink|Underworld (IDW)|Underworld}} but Grimlock, unable to control the rage induced by his monstrous form, inadvertently killed Skar. {{storylink|Massacre}} On returning to base, the Dynobots were placed in quarantine for the study of their altered bodies, but overwhelmed with grief and a feeling of betrayal, they staged an escape and went on the run. {{storylink|Underworld (IDW)|Underworld}}

[[File:Scorponok grimlock soundwaves.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.5]]
Having fallen from grace, the Dynobots began fighting in the gladiatorial pits. {{storylink|Rage (IDW)|Rage}} There, the likes of [[Scorponok (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Scorponok]] regarded Grimlock as one of the greatest gladiators the pits had ever produced, having personally fought him one-on-one. {{storylink|Soundwaves (issue)|Soundwaves}} At the start of [[Megatron (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Megatron's]] rise to power, the Dynobots turned out to an open casting call for Megatron's underground gladiatorial games, and got a good deal more respect from the Predacons than the other attendees. It turned out to be a recruitment drive for the Decepticon army. What they thought of that is unknown, as Autobot security forces raided the party soon after. {{storylink|Megatron Origin issue 3|Megatron Origin #3}} While Megatron would mark Grimlock as a potential Decepticon of great potential, he was also acutely aware that for all his strength, Grimlock possessed a "flaw": compassion. {{storylink|Rage (IDW)|Rage}}

[[File:Dinobots Autocracy Endgame.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb|"The odds of survival are a million to one!" "And that's the way we LIKE it!"]]
Later, Grimlock and the Dynobots were in [[Ironfall]], at the [[Ring of Trials]], when they heard [[Optimus Prime (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s call to arms against the new Decepticon insurrectionist government. The Dynobots responded on the side of the Autobots, and joined in the march on Megatron's citadel. {{storylink|Broadcast}} During the battle, Grimlock and his Dynobots took out [[Onslaught (G1)|a lot]] [[Brawl (G1)|of tanks]], sneering at the Decepticons' definition of "armored". {{storylink|Endgame}}

Not long after Megatron's defeat, the Dynobots once again disappeared from the radar and took to robbing energon reserves supplies, receiving intel from Swindle. After a raid proved less successful then had been hoped, Grimlock throttled an explanation from Swindle, who admitted that intelligence had suffered in the now Scorponok-dominated Decepticons. Releasing the Decepticon, Grimlock fretted over the idea that the longer the Dynobots remained on Cybertron, the greater the risk their unstable alternate modes posed to the populace. {{storylink|Derelicts}} Tempers in the Dynobot ranks soon flared as Slag accused Grimlock of dragging them from small-time raid to small-time raid because he enjoyed their life on the run. The pair began to lose their tempers, but were talked down by [[Swoop (G1)|Swoop]], who feared what would happen if they transformed. Their next raid was at the [[Toraxxis mega-refinery]]. While they broke in, they were hindered by remote sentries until Grimlock killed their controller. Once they had captured the refinery, Grimlock ordered they wait for [[Snarl (G1)|Snarl]] to bring a truck to drain the energon. {{storylink|Wreckage (issue)|Wreckage}}

[[File:RageIDW GrimlockKillYou.jpg|upright=1.7|thumb|left|[[Beast (G1)|NO PLEASE NOT AGAIN]]!!!]]
Tempers continued to flare until a furious Slag seemingly abandoned his comrades, but returned at sunrise just as Scorponok's Decepticons arrived in their own bid to raid the refinery. However, Grimlock had triggered the refinery's alarm during the fight and summoned back-up in the form of the Autobots. {{storylink|Faces of Darkness}}

Using the arrival of the Autobots as a distraction, the Dynobots made their escape, followed by Scorponok, Blitzwing, Dai Atlas and Orion. Scorponok and Blitzwing managed to get ahead, and as Scorponok ordered Blitzwing to attack, Grimlock mocked him for hiding behind artillery. The two former gladiators clashed, the fight driving Grimlock into a rage. After stabbing Scorponok, Grimlock began to lose control, battering the Decepticon to the ground. As he advanced on his prey, Grimlock began to change into his bestial form, with his eyes changing from yellow to red and bladed ridges bursting through his exoskeleton. The Dynobots tried to restrain him, but he seemed to have lost control completely, crying out he'd kill them all. He was brought back to his senses by a shot from Orion. Grimlock begged Optimus to let him leave, but when the Autobot leader refused, Grimlock threatened to blow the refinery up, killing everyone there. By appealing to his better nature, Optimus managed to talk Grimlock down, but this only allowed Scorponok to attempt the very same thing. {{storylink|Rage (IDW)|Rage}} Grimlock survived the subsequent explosion, but was left wandering the ashen blast crater alone. {{storylink|Fallout (issue)|Fallout}}

[[File:Monstrosity9 Grimlock beast mode.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|She is learning where she fits on the food chain and I'm not sure you want her to figure that out.]]
Eventually, Grimlock was found by both [[Kup (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Kup]] and his teammates, who, with some difficulty, managed to convince him that Optimus Prime could be able to help the "cursed" Dynobots. {{storylink|Prey (issue)|Prey}} They met up with the Prime at [[Starsreach Spaceport]], where a mass exodus of neutral Cybertronians was occurring, but the entire group was caught in a Decepticon aerial bombardment ordered by Scorponok. Enraged, Grimlock fully transformed into his [[beast mode]] and attacked the Decepticon ground forces, {{storylink|Massacre}} with such vigor that they effected a full retreat. Still in a fury, it took Optimus to subdue and calm Grimlock sufficiently for him to revert to robot mode. Despite Prime's efforts to convince them otherwise, the Dynobots proceeded with their plan to get themselves away from Cybertron, leaving the spaceport in a shuttle. {{storylink|Unleashed}}

However, an [[Trypticon (G1)|ancient monster]] appeared on the surface not long afterwards, accompanied by the same predators that the Dynobots had fought beneath Toraxxis. Unwilling to leave the Autobots to their fate, Grimlock turned the ship around and air-dropped with his team to the surface, where they were able to fight off the smaller beasts. When Megatron approached a wounded Optimus Prime, Grimlock leapt to the rescue. Engrossed in combat, neither the Dynobot or Decepticon noticed Trypticon lean down towards them, and the creature swallowed them whole. {{storylink|Annihilation}}

[[File:BellyOfTheBeast GrimlockCarriesPrime.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.8]]
Trapped inside the monster, the two enemies were attacked by more of the dragon-beasts, revealing to Grimlock that they were generated from inside Trypticon. Agreeing to a temporary alliance to escape alive, Megatron and Grimlock fought their way to the beast's plasma-core, where they found vast containers of an aggression and power-boosting energon substance. With Megatron covering him, Grimlock went to destroy the reservoirs, but was halted when proximity to the volatile fuel began increasing his rage. Fighting through the impulses, the Dynobot cleaved open the tanks, felling Trypticon. Emerging just after Megatron, Grimlock found Prime close to death, and decided to let his battle with Megatron wait until another day so the wounded Autobots could be taken to safety. As they retreated, leaving the inert Trypticon in Decepticon hands, Grimlock asked [[Jetfire (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Jetfire]] for his help in curing the Dynobots. {{storylink|Belly of the Beast (issue)|Belly of the Beast}}

Though Grimlock was worst off among the Dynobots, Autobot scientists were eventually able to purify his corrupted energon and re-engineer his original altmode, curing him. He was sent to check up on Trypticon's body together with [[Hot Rod (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Hot Rod]], but the optimism of the young recruit got on his nerves and an argument broke out between the two when he accused Hot Rod of not understanding pain and guilt. They quickly shut up upon noticing that Trypticon had disappeared. {{storylink|Primacy issue 1|Primacy #1}} The beast soon reappeared from the depths of space on a collision course with Iacon, prompting an emergency security meeting which Grimlock attended. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} Once this turned out to be the first step of a Decepticon invasion plan, he took to the battlefield, fighting [[Junkion (species)|Junkions]] and [[Sharkticon (species)|Sharkticons]] before being confronted by [[Blackwall]], an old rival from his gladiator days. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}} Though outpowered in hand-to-hand combat, Grimlock prevailed by stabbing Blackwall in the head with his sword, proclaiming he was better at fighting dirty. He then gathered his Dynobots and led them into battle against the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]], saving Hot Rod from the beasts and personally breaking [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]]'s jaws off. {{storylink|Primacy issue 4|Primacy #4}}

[[File:TheChaosOfWarmThings GrimlockAllegiance.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.6]]
At some point during the war, Grimlock's natural distrust for authority led him to briefly defect to the Decepticons. {{storylink|Animals}} {{storylink|Hasbro Heroes Sourcebook issue 2|Grimlock profile}} For one reason or another, he eventually went back to the Autobots; Megatron was so furious at losing the powerful warrior that he ordered the dreaded [[Decepticon Justice Division]] to bump the Dynobot commander up their infamous [[The List|List]]. {{storylink|The Ties That Bind (issue)|The Ties That Bind}} {{storylink|Scavengers (Part 2): Who's Afraid of the DJD?|Who's Afraid of the DJD?}}

Returning to the Autobots, Grimlock tussled with the DJD several times; in one encounter, he was responsible for mangling the face of their leader, [[Tarn (G1)|Tarn]]. {{storylink|The Ties That Bind (issue)|The Ties That Bind}}

===On Earth===
In no small part due to Grimlock's influence, the Dynobots remained a group of close knit hunters and guardsmen who preferred to work outside the Autobot rulebook, though still on the same side. Grimlock was among the Autobots fighting atop the Decepticon warship ''[[Hell's Point]]'' during a [[Battle for Hell's Point|particularly brutal fight]]. {{storylink|The Gloaming}} After the war spread off-world, the Dynobots fought a campaign on [[Varas Centralus]], where their brutality horrified even the [[Wreckers]]. {{storylink|The Killing Jar (issue)|The Killing Jar}} A campaign on another alien world ended with its native population reduced to a mere handful of survivors. When Optimus Prime arrived in the aftermath, Grimlock had to prevent a bitter Slag from attacking the Autobot leader, even though he agreed with Slag's take that Prime was becoming too detached from the cost of war. {{storylink|Post}} After [[Shockwave (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Shockwave]] destroyed a cache of energon the Dynobots had been hoarding, causing them severe energon burns and equally severe humiliation, they swore revenge. So, against orders from Optimus Prime, they followed Shockwave when he left Cybertron to stabilize "[[Ore-13|Ultra-Energon]]" deposits he had sent to other worlds as a precaution against the depletion of Cybertron's own energon reserves.

[[File:SpotlightShockwave GrimlockSlag trexscan.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|Me Grimlock in love!]]
When Shockwave reached his first destination—Earth, at the end of the last Ice Age—the Dynobots destroyed his ship, but Slag revealed that the high energon levels of the planet would put them in stasis lock, since they hadn't come prepared like Shockwave. Slag then came up with the idea that they should scan the local life forms and create alt modes based on those animals, but with synthetic flesh coatings to protect against the high levels of energon radiation. Grimlock was completely against the idea, but since Slag couldn't come up with something better, he relented. However, he refused to take on the form of the weak mammalians that dominated the planet, demanding "something with some... bite." Scanning fossil deposits, Slag found the remains of some [[Dinosaur (dinosaur)|extinct reptilian animals]] and brought up a holographic representation of one to see if Grimlock approved. What popped up was a ''Tyrannosaurus rex'', which Grimlock seemed to fall in love with the moment he saw it. The choice made, Grimlock took the Tyrannosaur as his altmode and had Slag find more dinosaurs as templates for the rest of the Dynobots.

[[File:SpotlightShockwave Grimlock stasislock.jpg|right|upright=1.0|thumb|One, two three... Red light!]]
On teleporting down to the planet's surface to confront Shockwave, they gained an initial advantage, as Shockwave's logic was unable to comprehend the effort and risks they had taken for their revenge. However, when Shockwave recognized this weakness, he shut down his logic processors and executed a "rage" program to enable him to operate on pure instinct. He shrugged off the Dynobots' attacks and beat them severely, ending the assault by burning off their organic coatings. Unable to accept another defeat, Grimlock transformed to robot mode and fought against his imminent [[stasis lock]] to no avail.

However, before leaving the Dynobots' ship, he had enabled a "dead man's switch" designed to take Shockwave with them if they were defeated. When he entered stasis lock, this failsafe activated, firing on a nearby dormant volcano and causing an eruption which buried Shockwave and the Dynobots under ash and lava. Thousands of years later, their entombed bodies were discovered by a human archaeological team. {{storylink|Spotlight: Shockwave}}

In [[2007]], the [[human]] organization [[Skywatch]] took over jurisdiction of the dig site and excavated Shockwave and the Dynobots. {{storylink|Escalation issue 5|Escalation #5}} When the [[Reaper]]s attacked the Decepticons, Skywatch decided to awaken the most advanced of their "Eureka Six", which turned out to be Grimlock. {{storylink|Devastation issue 5|Devastation #5}} {{storylink|Devastation issue 6|Devastation #6}}

[[File:SpotlightGrimlock punch KLUNG.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb|left|Six foot, seven foot, eight foot, Punch! Daylight come and me Grimlock wanna go home.]]
Grimlock's reactivation was sabotaged by an agent of the [[Machination]] and when he awoke, they had no control over him. He escaped the facility, confused and angry. His escape was engineered by the head of the Machination, Scorponok, who wanted Grimlock to join him in the Machination plot to dominate the Earth by running interference and delaying Megatron's plans long enough for the Machination to put their plans into action.

[[File:GrimlockMaxDino01.jpg|right|upright=1.2|thumb|Me Grimlock's roar sound funny...]]
Grimlock considered for a second, but refused the offer for two reasons: he could turn Scorponok in to Ultra Magnus for redemption, and as revenge for Scorponok once robbing an installation the Dynobots were guarding. The two fought and Scorponok quickly gained the upper hand, mostly due to his [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] upgrade. Grimlock was able to activate his transporter chip, which beamed him back to his ship, the ''[[Skyfire (ship)|Skyfire]]'', which was buried deep in ice somewhere. Grimlock hoped he could use the ship to find the other Dynobots. {{storylink|Spotlight: Grimlock}}

Finding himself trapped, both on a useless ship and in a less than inconspicuous form, Grimlock was forced to try and contact some of his less reputable acquaintances in an attempt to get the ''Skyfire'' into some sort of working order. Meanwhile, the Machination had tracked him down and had sent their [[Sunstreaker clone|Tsunami Unit]] to apprehend him. Grimlock's early warning system detected them, and he circled round as they began to attack, bursting from the ice and transforming. The battle very quickly turned in his favor with four of the clones falling in the opening moments. The surviving Headmasters were rather shaken, but managed to fulfill their mission: attach a device which would [[Orbital jump|orbital bounce]] him to Nevada, near Skywatch's base. Grimlock materialized in the middle of a busy street in [[Fallon]]. As a car crashed into his toe, he realized things had just gone from bad to worse. {{storylink|Maximum Dinobots issue 1|Maximum Dinobots #1}}

[[File:GrimlockSludgeSwoopMaxDino02.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|left|Hey... he stole that move from Shockwave!]]
Grimlock knew Scorponok was trying to deliberately set him up as a rampaging monster, but ''didn't'' expect his fellow Dynobots to be sent to take him down! He was able to fight them all off but unable to break their reprogramming by appealing to their team ethos...and when they ''did'' regain sentience and memory, it was because Scorponok let them so they could get pissed off at the knowledge Grimlock had set up a "dead man's switch" ''without'' informing them. Grimlock's defence was that such a sneaky, amoral and rule-breaking act was what the Dynobots were ''all about'', which surprisingly worked. While saying this, he grudgingly and with much moaning saved a human from burning to death. {{storylink|Maximum Dinobots issue 2|Maximum Dinobots #2}}

Convinced he'd brought his team round, Grimlock began issuing orders, only to be met by an icy silence. Swoop spoke for the group, saying his trust was hard earned and Grimlock tossed it away. Disgusted, he abandoned the team, prompting the others to follow. Grimlock tried pleading with them, then turned in a huff, stating he'd be better off on his own. He was interrupted by the arrival of the Sunstreaker clones, who blasted him in the chest. Enraged, he vented his frustrations on the clones until their laser blasts began to wear him down. He was saved by the arrival of the other Dynobots, who felt that whatever had happened, they were still a team. However, they were overwhelmed by the sheer number of clones, until the arrival of the "help" Grimlock had requested earlier: the [[Monsterbot (G1)|Monsterbot]]s. Seeing the newcomers take the fight to the enemy, Grimlock ordered his unit to show the Monsterbots how it's ''really'' done. Decimated and demoralized, the surviving Machination clones escaped with their lives. {{storylink|Maximum Dinobots issue 3|Maximum Dinobots #3}}

[[File:MaxDinos3 Grimlock SS clone.jpg|right|upright=1.66|thumb|Me Grimlock best is at what do. And it not very nice.]]
Aboard the Monsterbots' ship, the Dynobots wondered why Grimlock would side with the outcasts. They gave Grimlock a stern look when he exited the cockpit. The Dynobots didn't see the point of fighting Scorponok, but Grimlock said that Scorponok made it their fight when he turned the Dynobots against him. Snarl disagreed, saying that it had always been Grimlock's fight, that he and the other Dynobots went along with him, and that it was now Grimlock's wounded pride at stake. After the Monsterbots blasted away the defenses, Grimlock exited the ship, saying that there was no way he could let this go, and that with or without the Dynobots, there would be a reckoning for Scorponok. The Dynobots decided that arguing was pointless and followed Grimlock. When [[Hunter O'Nion]] pulled the cords from [[Sunstreaker (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Sunstreaker]]'s head, shutting him down, the clones ceased to function. [[Sludge (G1)|Sludge]] cried out in victory, but the moment was short-lived as Scorponok blasted Sludge into stasis. {{storylink|Maximum Dinobots issue 4|Maximum Dinobots #4}}

[[File:MaxDinos5 Grimlock Sludge.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|left|He's dead, Grim.]]
Grimlock stared down at Sludge's dead body, brooding about how it was his fault Sludge was dead... while a battle between Scorponok and Shockwave (for rights of revenge upon Grimlock) raged on around him. Eventually Snarl, Slag, and Swoop decide to get to the Monsterbots' ship while the getting was good, but Grimlock stayed behind with Sludge. Grimlock tried infusing some of his [[spark]] energy into Sludge to revive him, but it seemed to have no effect. Shockwave got the upper hand and let Scorponok escape, and in frustration, Grimlock attacked Shockwave. Grimlock and Shockwave were too busy fighting to notice the return of Slag, Snarl, and Swoop, who reasoned that, while helping Grimlock might not be much of a cause, it still beat being no better than the Monsterbots. They were noticed by Sludge, who seemed to have recovered due to Grimlock's treatment after all. The four of them dove into the fray proper, but Grimlock ordered them to go after Scorponok instead. When [[Hot Rod (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Hot Rod]] was about to get squished by Scorponok, the remaining Dynobots showed up in just the nick of time. At Hot Rod's urgings, Swoop severed the connections keeping Scorponok's head conscious. In the meantime, Grimlock had found out Shockwave was using their battle to stall for time so that Soundwave could free him from Skywatch's control. The Decepticon attempted to abandon the fight, but Grimlock stubbornly refused to let him walk away, and rolled out a grenade, which incapacitated them both.

[[File:MaxDinos5 Grimlock Magnus.jpg|right|upright=1.9|thumb|Magnus was unaware that Grimlock had watched ''[[Jurassic Park]]'', and had already hired a fat man to bring the fences down.]]

By this time [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Ultra Magnus]] had arrived and taken Scorponok into custody. Grimlock and Shockwave were both arrested and taken off-world. Ultra Magnus later told Grimlock that having Scorponok and Shockwave in custody could help offset Grimlock's own sentence. Grimlock wasn't interested, asking only that the blame was put squarely on him and that the other Dynobots' warrants were cancelled. Magnus agreed, and Grimlock was left to muse on the fact that Sludge and his team were alive and well, thanks to him. {{storylink|Maximum Dinobots issue 5|Maximum Dinobots #5}}

Grimlock was taken to [[Garrus-9]], {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|Last Stand of the Wreckers #4}} an offworld detention facility that, unbeknownst to the Autobot rank and file, was also the secret storage location for the artifact known as the [[Epistemus|Magnificence]]. When Grimlock arrived, it was decided that the Autobots would store the Magnificence in the one place harder to get into than a fortified prison world: Grimlock himself. As such, Grimlock's chest was modified to include a secure, tamperproof brace designed to house the artifact. {{storylink|The Ties That Bind (issue)|The Ties That Bind}}

Grimlock spent a few months in a private cell, {{storylink|Kill All 'Cons}} until the Decepticon [[Surge (event)|Surge]]. As the Autobot war machine collapsed, Garrus-9 was assaulted and overrun by the rogue Decepticon [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] and his [[Predator (subgroup)|Predators]], who seized control of the detention facility. Overlord turned the prison into his own personal playground, forcing prisoners and guards, Autobots and Decepticons alike, to fight for his amusement... except for Grimlock, who Overlord kept alive, forcing him to watch footage of the pit fights. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|Last Stand of the Wreckers #4}}

[[File:TheTiesThatBind GrimlockTortured.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left|They forced him to watch the [[Machinima]] trilogy on endless repeat.]]
Shortly after their initial escape from Garrus-9, Scorponok and [[Flame (Marvel)|Flame]] came into the employ of the enigmatic [[Adaptus|Grand Architect]], who required the Magnificence to advance his own agenda. {{storylink|Kill All 'Cons}} The two of them used the interspacial portal network known as the [[Warren]] to teleport Grimlock out of his cell and onto their [[Worldsweeper]]-class starship; unable to pry the Magnificence free from Grimlock's chest, the two of them tortured Grimlock mentally and physically until the Dynobot lost control of his body and involuntarily relinquished the artifact. {{storylink|The Ties That Bind (issue)|The Ties That Bind}}

Though Grimlock was still alive, he had suffered acute mental and physical trauma as a result of his recent experiences: in his case, it manifested as severe aphasia stemming from his recently incurred brain damage. {{storylink|Kill All 'Cons}} In this primitive state, Grimlock was no longer needed: he was imprisoned inside a [[stasis pod|stasis tube]] and remained there for several years. {{storylink|Rules of Disengagement (issue)|Rules of Disengagement}} When the Grand Architect's research facility on the planet [[Corritan]] was decommissioned, the Worldsweeper-class vessel Grimlock was imprisoned aboard was selected to transport the nascent experiments to a nearby facility. {{storylink|Chasing the Infinite}} However, organic matter bled into its fuel supply and the ship crashed on the planet [[Clemency]]. {{storylink|Rules of Disengagement (issue)|Rules of Disengagement}}

By the time that the [[Wreckers]] arrived to rescue the inhabitants of Garrus-9, they discovered that Grimlock had disappeared. [[Snare]] confirmed that Grimlock was "long gone," and wondered if his torture at the hands of Overlord had driven him mad. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|Last Stand of the Wreckers #4}}

===After the war===
[[File:MTMTE ROE Grimlock.jpg|thumb|right||"This is how you make dinosaurs?" "No, this is how you play God".]]

Shortly after the end of the Great War in 2012, a mismatched group of Decepticons known as the "[[Scavengers (G1)|Scavengers]]" stumbled across Grimlock's tube on Clemency. {{storylink|Rules of Disengagement (issue)|Rules of Disengagement}} These Decepticons had made themselves targets for the [[Decepticon Justice Division]] and quickly decided to use Grimlock to their advantage, awakening him with a dose of [[circuit speeder]]s that drove him into a ferocious rage and pointing him in the direction of their hunters. Unfortunately, after a brief burst of violence and success against [[Tarn (G1)|Tarn]] and [[Kaon (G1)|Kaon]], Grimlock all but stopped fighting following a blow from [[Tesarus (G1)|Tesarus]], and would have been destroyed by the weaponized speech of Tarn if the battle had not prematurely ended when their opponents picked up the trail of [[Overlord (G1)|bigger game]] and departed. In the aftermath, when the speeders had worn off, the Scavengers found that Grimlock had been rendered incoherent by his brain-damage. Believing that the Autobots had won the war, they set off for Cybertron, believing they could use him as a bargaining chip. {{storylink|Scavengers (Part 2): Who's Afraid of the DJD?|Who's Afraid of the DJD?}}

[[File:Scavengers arm the lonely.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|Winning is easy when everyone else is dead!]]

Later, aboard the ''[[Weak Anthropic Principle]]'' on the planet [[Constancy]], Grimlock was playing a game similar to [[Jenga]] whilst completely oblivious to the effects of [[Solomus|Tyrest]]'s [[universal killswitch]] on his shipmates. {{storylink|Remain in Light 4 of 5: Arm the Lonely|Arm the Lonely}}

After learning what had transpired on Cybertron in their absence, however, the Scavengers abandoned their plans to return home and continued wandering the galaxy aboard the ''[[Weak Anthropic Principle]]''. Over the next few years, the Scavenger [[Misfire (G1)|Misfire]] took a particular liking to Grimlock; in between various madcap adventures, he attempted to rehabilitate the Dinobot by trying to teach him how to speak, read, and write. Though Grimlock's body quickly healed, he remained incapable of speech and was prone to lashing out at anything around him without warning—fits that only grew more destructive as he recovered his strength.

When the Scavengers made a stopover on [[Tebris VII]], Grimlock was in the middle of another unsuccessful spelling lesson when he abruptly began attacking Misfire. Grimlock rampaged through the ship before the other Scavengers blasted him into submission; an argument about whether or not they could safely keep the increasingly destructive Dinobot around was interrupted by a transmission from [[Krok (G1)|Krok]]'s contact [[Demus]].

Leaving Grimlock behind on the crashed W.A.P., they went to meet Demus; {{storylink|Some Of My Best Friends Are Autobots}} unbeknownst to the Scavengers, he was an affiliate of the Grand Architect, {{storylink|Animals}} and sought to take Grimlock "off their hands" by tempting them with a vast sum of [[Shanix]]. The vote turned in favor of selling the Dinobot, but the matter quickly became moot when [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Fortress Maximus]] blew Demus's head up. {{storylink|Some Of My Best Friends Are Autobots}}

[[File:Grimlock and Misfire.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8|right|Me..Grimlock...am..feeling...a bit better in cognitive faculties.]]
To protect himself, Crankcase made Grimlock's signal visible to Fort Max, who decided it was better to go after the former G-9 inmate. When the duly appointed enforcer of the Tyrest Accords arrived at the W.A.P., Grimlock was in the middle of writing something. He soon attacked Fort Max, who believed Grimlock had turned 'con again. Their battle was cut short when the Scavengers appeared and talked Max out of fighting by explaining their story with Grimlock. Maximus proposed bringing the Dinobot to Luna 1 to Misfire's agreement, but he was met with objection from Spinister, who noted that they should ask Grimlock his opinion; to which he managed to sputter out Misfire's name. After bluffing Maximus into leaving the planet with the Roboids, the Scavengers returned to space in the ''Weak Anthropic Principle''. Misfire, having lost a game of "[[Cybertronian games#Shoot Shoot Bang Bang|Shoot Shoot Bang Bang]]", escorted Grimlock to his quarters and was left stunned when the Dinobot replied to him, but the Decepticon failed to notice what he'd drawn before Max had shown up: a gear-shaped symbol and writing the message "PREPARE - CONFRONT - REPEL". {{storylink|Animals}}

Grimlock would later watch the disturbing last will and testament of several of the ''Lost Light'' crew. {{storylink|The Dying of the Light: (1) How Bright Their Frail Deeds|How Bright Their Frail Deeds}} Unknown to him, shortly after they recorded those, [[Drift (G1)|Drift]] had had a vision of himself, Grimlock, and Rodimus standing against an apocalyptic threat, with "PREPARE - CONFRONT - REPEL" inscribed before them in [[Ancient Cybertronian]]. {{storylink|Dissolution Part 1: Some Other Cybertron|Some Other Cybertron}}

[[File:GrimlockPresent.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.6|His name was Slag! NONE OF YOU BELIEVED ME!]]

When the Scavengers paid a brief visit to Earth, specifically the [[Texas]] region, Grimlock recognised this as the place he'd last seen the other Dinobots. Unable to articulate his reasons, he escaped the ship and inadvertently smashed up several human towns (injuring dozens of people) in an attempt to get to Dallas. Misfire found him digging up his old sword, the names of his comrades inscribed, before he sadly handed it to the Decepticon. After consoling him, Misfire told Grimlock that he was thrilled to see he'd recovered a memory, something he'd assumed was impossible. {{storylink|Nothing Will Ever Be the Same Again!}}

Grimlock and the Scavengers were scrounging for [[ununtrium]] on [[Frayus]] when they stumbled into a battle between the [[Galactic Council]], [[Black Block Consortia]], and [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]]'s Decepticons. Not wanting to get involved, the Scavengers were drawn into a mysterious portal when their orbital link back to the W.A.P. failed. {{storylink|The Plotters' Club (Part 3): Journey's End|Journey's End}}

They found themselves on [[Troja Major]] with the Curator, a former Decepticon named [[Agonizer]]. The Curator had recently discovered his rival, [[Mengel]], had been in possession of the Magnificence before it was recovered from her by Flame. He wanted to hire the Scavengers to retrieve the Magnificence for him. Unaware of the past link between Grimlock and the Magnificence, Misfire believed he could use it to fully restore Grimlock's mind. For that, and a tidy sum of money, the Scavengers agreed. They were joined by Nickel, a Decepticon doctor from Deathsaurus's crew who accidentally tumbled through the portal after them.

[[File:KillAllCons-panic.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.25]]
On [[Confluence]], however, the Scavengers quickly realized they were out of their depth. They discovered the connection between Flame, Scorponok, and the Worldsweeper they found Grimlock inside. Scorponok himself appeared and put Grimlock to sleep with a wave of his hand. He contained the Scavengers and the unconscious Grimlock in a cell on board his Worldsweeper. When the Scavengers opened up Grimlock's chest cavity looking for whatever device allowed Scorponok to knock him out, they discovered the Magnificence cradle and Scorponok filled them in on the rest. Then he woke Grimlock up. Confused, enraged, and feeling utterly vulnerable to find his chest open and surrounded by Decepticons, Grimlock started to tear through everyone in sight. {{storylink|The Ties That Bind (issue)|The Ties That Bind}}

[[File:KillAllCons MisfireGrimlockPals.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8|left]]
Nickel had been paying attention, however, and she noticed Grimlock was more coherent and reasonable in dino mode. She forcibly triggered his transformation, allowing Misfire to talk Grimlock down. Nickel explained her theory that Grimlock suffered from non-fluent aphasia, and in dino mode his brain module was repositioned to have less pressure placed upon it. With Spinister's help, she coordinated a treatment to manipulate that pressure and restore Grimlock's faculties fully in either mode. The Scavengers then decided to "play dead", making it appear as if Grimlock destroyed them all before asking for an audience with Scorponok. Once Grimlock was out of the cell and distracting Scorponok, the Scavengers reassembled themselves and made a surprise appearance.

A mad scientist to his core, Scorponok explained his plan to extract Decepticon sparks and place them in organic bodies to take advantage of their one upside: procreation. Once his sparked organics had suitably repopulated the Decepticon movement, he would transfer the new generation into pre-fabricated bodies to restore the might of the Decepticon army. Indeed, he had already created the prototype of his experiment, an infant [[Firstborn]] contained in his chest cavity. Not one for volunteers, Scorponok had discovered the means to remotely access Decepticon sparks through the spark casing elements in their badges, affecting them as he did to Grimlock. Scorponok tried to incapacitate all the Scavengers this way, but Nickel disabled him with a voice message from Tarn.

[[File:KillAllCons GrimlockProtectsFirstborn.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|How about "Lone Dino And Con"? No, no wait- "The Grimdalorian".]]
Grimlock and the Scavengers retrieved the Firstborn and prepared to leave the Worldsweeper via transmat portal. They intended to travel to Garrus-9 and use spark extraction technology to place the Firstborn's spark back in a mechanical body. Unfortunately, it seemed the transmat effect was hazardous to organics, meaning the baby would not survive. Grimlock volunteered to stay behind, protecting the baby in his chest brace while destroying the portal controls so Scorponok could not follow. He forcibly pushed Misfire and the others through the portal before preparing to fight. {{storylink|Kill All 'Cons}}

[[File:ADanceBeforeDying GrimlockCrushesSparkeaters.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.8]]
After fighting his way through the Worldsweeper, Grimlock escaped into the vacuum of space. He sent out an A.S.O.S. and was picked up by [[Riptide (G1)|Riptide]], [[Thunder Clash|Thunderclash]], and [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]], recently of the ''Lost Light''. Learning of the mutiny they suffered, Grimlock agreed to help chase down Getaway after they dropped off the Firstborn on Troja Major with Agonizer. Following a tracking device, they found the ''Lost Light'' over [[Mederi]] and Grimlock engaged a group of [[Sparkeater (creature)|Sparkeaters]] unleashed on Rodimus and the other survivors of the ''Light's'' original command crew. Unfortunately, these Sparkeaters were the ''other'' members of the crew, twisted against their will by a virus used by Scorponok.

Grimlock joined Crankcase, Ultra Magnus, and others on a strike team that penetrated the ''Lost Light'' while Misfire and the others remained behind to deal with the Sparkeaters. {{storylink|Crucible (Part 1): A Dance Before Dying|A Dance Before Dying}} They were assaulted by [[Scraplet|Red Scraplets]] Getaway had been keeping in the oil reservoir, but [[Whirl (G1)|Whirl]] was able to tame them. {{storylink|Crucible (Part 2): Lūstrāre|Lūstrāre}} The ''Lost Light'' was recovered and the Sparkeaters safely disabled. The united group then found themselves facing off against the schemes of the [[Adaptus|Grand Architect]], the force behind Scorponok and Getaway. {{storylink|Crucible (Part 3): Farsickness|Farsickness}} The Grand Architect's actions were only in response to an even ''greater'' threat: the Cybertron of [[Functionist Universe|another universe]], transformed into a secondary robot mode patterned after Primus, intent on destroying all other life in two universes. Grimlock's plan (naturally) was to blow it up. However, Megatron (having recently spent time in that universe) warned that Cybertron was still populated with innocents. {{storylink|Crucible (Part 4): The Return of the King|The Return of the King}}

[[File:LL25 ScavengersOut.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|right]]
After rescuing Rodimus and the others, who had just discovered [[Rung (G1)|Rung]]'s true nature as Primus as well as the creator of the [[Matrix of Leadership]], the crew hit on a plan to create twelve Matrixes to use to surge [[Vector Sigma]] with energy and destroy the [[Functionist Council]]. {{storylink|Crucible (Part 5): The Unremembering|The Unremembering}} Once the Functionist Cybertron had been forcibly converted back into planet mode, Grimlock and Misfire accompanied [[Swerve (G1)|Swerve]] to [[Warrior's Gate]]. While Grimlock held off the [[Functionary|Functionaries]], Swerve and Misfire successfully opened their Matrix after an uplifting speech from Rodimus, sending its energies through the [[hot spot (phenomenon)|hot spot]] into Vector Sigma and destroying the Functionist Council. {{storylink|Crucible (Part 6): A Spark Among Embers|A Spark Among Embers}}

After partaking in one last celebration on the ''Lost Light'' where they made peace with Fortress Maximus, Grimlock and the Scavengers departed for Troja Major to meet up with [[CONS4EVA]]. In another universe, the Scavengers were [[Quantum generator|quantum duplicated]] and went on more adventures aboard the ''Lost Light''. {{storylink|How To Say Goodbye And Mean It: Part 2}}
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==Notes==
*Grimlock was retroactively identified as a Forged Point One Percenter in the trade version of [[Remain in Light 3 of 5: The Divided Self|''More than Meets the Eye'' #19]]. [[Minimus Ambus]] listed [[Impactor (G1)|Impactor]] instead of Grimlock in the original published issue, but that was at odds with Impactor being a defendant at the [[Aequitas]] trials, and therefore Constructed Cold.
*According to [[Hasbro Heroes Sourcebook issue 2|''Hasbro Heroes Sourcebook'' #2]], Grimlock is 38 feet tall and weights 24 tons.<ref>For reference, this equals 11.6 metres and 21.8 metric tonnes.</ref>
*Both [[Scorponok (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Scorponok]] and Grimlock were originally intended to be large players in ''Last Stand of the Wreckers''. Scorponok would have acted as [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]]'s go to guy for crazy science and would develop [[Nucleon (substance)|Nucleon]] as a steroid analogue. The nucleon would power fighters up but damage their mental state. Scorponok would have solved the problem of not having a head by stealing [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/2005 IDW continuity|Fortress Maximus]]'s. Grimlock would have been dosed up on nucleon, trapping him in his dinosaur form, and rendering him a psychotic beast. Overlord was to have gone on to use him as the final opponent for anyone who progressed far enough in the arena. It was then intended that Overlord's defeat would come from the Wreckers knocking him into the arena with the enraged Grimlock. Although Grimlock did indeed have a minor part in the series, it was decided to deliberately minimalise any 'big name' characters at Garrus-9 so as not to overshadow the Wreckers.<ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L2uzQB1GqS0 Auto Assembly 2010 Last Stand of the Wreckers Panel]</ref><ref>[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J9DPbginVXE Moonbase 2's AA2010 interview], 30:06 - 31:03</ref>

==References==
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[[Category:Generation 1 Dinobots]]
[[Category:IDW (2005) Autobots]]
[[Category:Point One Percenters]]

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:''Slipstream is an [[Autobot]] [[Mini-Con]] from the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''

[[File:RID-Slipstream.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Have you seen that video where the cat is playing Chopsticks with chopsticks?]]
Like his partner [[Jetstorm (RID)|Jetstorm]], '''Slipstream''' is working with his master [[Drift (RID)|Drift]]. Of the two Mini-Cons, Slipstream is the calmer one, preferring to follow Drift's lead on and off the battlefield. He is not above celebrating with Jetstorm though, and the two seem to have good synergy with how they fight. And fight they do, with Slipstream wielding a naginata to cut the enemy down to size. You may not be surprised to learn that in all his endeavours, Slipstream takes after his master quite a bit- a little more than Jetstorm does. Sometimes, Slipstream is a [[Weaponizer (RID)|Weaponizer]], which should impress his master one way or another.

==Fiction==
===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|[[Roger Craig Smith]] (English), [[Isamu Yusen]] (Japanese)|[[Marco Benedetti]] (Italian), [[Petri Hanttu]] (Finnish, from episode 17), [[Frédéric Meaux]] (French, first voice), [[Yvan Reekmans]] (French, second voice), [[Peppino Capotondi]] (French, ''One of Our Mini-Cons Is Missing''), [[Patrick Keller]] (German), [[Julian Mau]] (German, 3 episodes), [[Tommy Rojas]] (Latin-American Spanish), [[Glauco Marques]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}
[[File:HuntingSeason Slipstream.jpg|thumb|left|225px|Bossa Nova! Uh...Chevy Nova?]]
Slipstream and Jetstorm were once students of the Decepticon [[Shadow Raker]], who was primarily interested in teaching them to steal. When fellow student Deadlock left, the pair accompanied him. {{storylink|Out of the Shadows}}

Slipstream and Jetstorm accompanied Deadlock, now calling himself Drift, to [[Earth]] when he went to collect the bounty on [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and immediately found themselves tangling with [[Fracture (RID)|Fracture]] and his Mini-Cons. Slipstream tackled [[Divebomb (RID)|Divebomb]] until [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]] stepped in. The Decepticons retreated and the Autobots returned to their scrapyard base, where the two Mini-Cons were kept entertained by [[Russell Clay|Russell]] and [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]]. They reattached themselves to Drift when Fixit detected a Cybertronian life signal, and later when Fracture attacked, Drift ordered the pair to protect Bumblebee. Despite their orders, the two Mini-Cons were drawn to protect Russell and Fixit from the Decepticon Mini-Cons, and during a distraction the pair hijacked Fracture's ship, freeing the captured Autobots and using it to threaten Fracture. Unfortunately they crashed the ship, but they did get some rare praise from Drift before they left the planet. {{storylink|Hunting Season}}

[[File:OneMiniConsMissing awesome.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
After Jetstorm went missing, Drift and Slipstream followed his trail to Earth, where they found their companion insisting he wanted to be Russell's student. The trio aided Bumblebee's team during a run in with [[Quillfire (RID)|Quillfire]] and [[Springload (RID)|Springload]] who had commandeered a giant tank, and afterwards Drift decided he and his wards would stay with Bumblebee's team to learn cooperation. {{storylink|One of Our Mini-Cons Is Missing}} The two Mini-Cons and their master accompanied Bumblebee's team to a derelict ship at the bottom of the sea off the coast where they attempted to capture [[Octopunch (RID)|Octopunch]]. While moving through the ship's corridors, they became trapped with Sideswipe and attempted to spend their time in captivity meditating, until they were eventually able to escape. {{storylink|Deep Trouble (RID)|Deep Trouble}}

[[File:SimilarlyDifferent-scaredminicons.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Like, zoinks, Scoob!]]

During a hunt for Fixit, the two Mini-Cons had to deal with a bear and Slipstream managed to get it to run into a fallen tree. They were the first to be blasted when Fixit reverted to his original guard programming, and along with their master, were trapped in containment fields. {{storylink|The Trouble with Fixit}} After the Autobots were trapped outside their own base using subsonics, Slipstream and Jetstorm were literally catapulted inside and kept Fracture's Mini-Cons busy until the base could be retaken. {{storylink|Lockout}} The pair joined their master on the hunt for [[Scowl (RID)|Scowl]], though their shenanigans at a resort spa resulted in Drift being clobbered by their Dinobot quarry, {{storylink|Similarly Different}} and took part in the capture of [[Zizza]] by turning off the power to the hangar the Decepticon was hiding out in. {{storylink|The Buzz on Windblade}}

A visit to the ghost town of [[Edmondville]] resulted in the Mini-Cons being frightened of the place at first, but witnessing Drift's attempt to be scary, they cheered up. They were instrumental in capturing [[Pseudo]], both by being able to determine which Drift was the real thing, and when Grimlock hurled them both at the fleeing Decepticon. {{Storylink|Ghosts and Impostors}} Slipstream and Jetstorm reattached themselves to Drift when the Autobots rolled out to rescue Sideswipe and Strongarm from the Decepticons. {{storylink|Battlegrounds, Part 1}} During the battle against [[The Fallen|Megatronus]], the two Mini-Cons almost faced off directly against the foe, but were interrupted by [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]], who took over while they tended to Drift. They later helped drop the arm of the colossal statue onto Megatronus. {{storylink|Battlegrounds, Part 2}}

Slipstream and Jetstorm listened to Optimus tell old war stories. When Drift was assigned to an "away team" to hunt Decepticons far from the scrapyard, the two Mini-Cons naturally went along as well — during the first mission to the [[Arctic]], they had to help Optimus after the Autobot, weakened after the Primes took away his extra power, was left clinging to a cliff. {{storylink|Overloaded, Part 1}} They were able to prevent Optimus from falling, but later became frozen to Drift's arms and unable to be deployed. {{storylink|Overloaded, Part 2}}

[[File:CoverMe-DesertSlipstream.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]

Drift unleashed the pair on [[Swelter]] and [[Glacius]], but the evil Mini-Cons turned out to be too much for them to handle. They accompanied the Autobots to a military base, where they were trapped in a metal cocoon with their master and Sideswipe. {{storylink|Cover Me}}

Investigating possible interference with one of Windblade's caches, Optimus's team found themselves up against [[Stockade (RID)|Stockade]] and his army of Mini-Cons. In a bid to act independently in the field, Jetstorm and Slipstream disregarded their master's order to link back up, indirectly resulting in Drift sustaining an injury. The guilty pair ended up trapped in an armory with Sideswipe, but realized they were able to link up with the Autobot. Using this newfound tactical advantage, the trio quickly took down the squadron surrounding them, and headed off to help the rest of their team. The Autobots' concerted efforts resulted in Stockade's defeat. Having seen them perform admirably in his absence, Drift told the two Mini-Cons that their training was complete. However the Mini-Cons insisted on remaining his students, apologizing for their earlier behavior. The stealth team then learned that the scrapyard's GroundBridge was once more operational, and returned to base to rejoin Bumblebee's forces. {{storylink|Graduation Exercises}}

[[File:GraduationExercises-AutobotsvsMayhems.jpg|thumb|left|250px]]

Slipstream and Jetstorm were present when the Autobots ran into [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]], who promptly joined the team. Drift carried them as the Autobots used a ruse to infiltrate the wreck of the ''Alchemor'', which was being used as a base by a group of Decepticons.{{storylink|Decepticon Island (Part 1)}} As Drift and Ratchet attempted to rescue a captive Windblade, the two Mini-Cons were able to deploy and avoid being trapped in a stasis pod with their master. They freed their fellow Autobots, who were able to defeat [[Overload (RID)|Overload]], and the group escaped from the ship before a [[cryo-gas]] bomb put everyone on board in stasis. With the Decepticon threat now dealt with, several Autobots opted to return to their homeworld. Drift and his Mini-Cons decided instead to stay on Earth under Bumblebee's command to set up a permanent base of operations on the planet. {{storylink|Decepticon Island (Part 2)}} When news of the Bee Team's exploits reached Cybertron, Slipstream became one of the many Autobots blacklisted by the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] for being a supporter of Optimus Prime. {{storylink|Enemy of My Enemy (RID)|Enemy of My Enemy}}

During a visit to [[Autobot Outpost Omega One]], Drift's students were deployed to assist in battling the automated defenses, and later attempted to assist in a fight against [[Paralon (RID)|Paralon]] and [[Buzzstrike]]. {{storylink|History Lessons}} After a training exercise went wrong, Jetstorm and Slipstream bravely threatened the [[Simulator|training drone]]'s severed head. {{storylink|Strongarm's Big Score}} During a fight with [[Tricerashot]], Slipstream and Jetstorm charged at him from either side and were knocked out when he jumped out of their way and let them run into each other. {{storylink|Pretzel Logic}}

A mishap with a [[high energy pulse generator]] provoked a wisecrack from Sideswipe at the Mini-Cons' expense, leaving Fixit, Jetstorm and Slipstream angry at him. Following a temporary invasion of the scrapyard by the Weaponizer Mini-Cons, the trio were mistakenly captured by [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]'s men, and used as leverage to force Bumblebee to turn himself over. {{storylink|Mighty Big Trouble}} Imprisoned aboard [[Starscream's ship]], Slipstream and Fixit succeeded in getting Jetstorm out via a ceiling vent. {{storylink|Mini-Con Madness (RID)|Mini-Con Madness}} He returned to release his fellow Mini-Cons, and they freed Bumblebee as well. During the ensuing fight, Jetstorm and Slipstream took out [[Shadelock]], but were only saved from being zapped by [[RoughEdge]] when Sideswipe threw himself in front of the blast. Following Starscream's eventual defeat, the pair volunteered to team up with Sideswipe for a while. {{storylink|Worthy}}

Slipstream and Jetstorm helped Russell train for his championship game. {{storylink|King of the Hill (Part 1)}}
During some training, Grimlock became impressed with the moves the Mini-Con were showing off, and asked to become Drift's pupil too. Slipstream and Jetstorm later watched as Drift resignedly agreed that Grimlock had graduated. {{storylink|Defrosted}}

[[File:DisorderedPersonalities piggyback ride.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]
The two Mini-Cons successfully took down [[Zorillor]] after the Skunkticon sprayed Drift with blinding gunk. During a mission to capture Springload, the Mini-Cons were assigned the task of wrapping the [[Sphere of Doradus]] in tin foil in an attempt to block its strange energies. Unfortunately this didn't work all that well. {{storylink|Sphere of Influence}} The diminutive duo also helped save Bumblebee from a nasty fall during a fight against [[Dragstrip (WFC)|Drag Strip]] and [[Wildbreak]]. {{storylink|Bee Cool}}

When Shadow Raker turned up on Earth seeking the return of Slipstream and Jetstorm, Drift forbade the pair from fighting. They came up with a plan of their own, and when Shadow Raker captured them, Slipstream pretended to be loyal to the Con, divulging the location of a stash of [[Shanix]] which kept the Con on Earth long enough to be defeated. {{storylink|Out of the Shadows}} The two Mini-Cons ran into problems working with Grimlock after the Dinobot was mind-swapped with Drift. Unable to link with him, they had to ride on his back during a mission to defeat the Stunticons. {{storylink|Disordered Personalities}}

[[File:TRID S3 E14 RR SC 4.jpg|thumb|left|300px]]
Drift deployed Jetstorm and Slipstream to attack [[Blastwave]], but the pair were simply swatted aside by their opponent. {{storylink|Guilty As Charged}} While cleaning Drift's katana, Slipstream accidentally shattered it by using the wrong cleaner. Sideswipe helped him cover it up, until Drift inevitably found out during their mission to prevent the Stunticons from stealing the power source of a maglev train. Seeing Sideswipe cop the blame forced Slipstream to confess. {{storylink|Railroad Rage}} The two Mini-Cons helped pull a crashed truck to safety after the Stunticons ran it off the road. {{storylink|Combine and Conquer}} When Optimus recruited Drift for a mission, his two students naturally accompanied him. {{Storylink|Moon Breaker}}

During Bee Team's mission to expose the new council, Drift deployed Slipstream and Jetstorm, and they were able to disable the [[Light Bender]]s the council were using, revealing them to be a group of Decepticons. [[Cyclonus (WFC)|Cyclonus]] ordered the other Decepticons to take the two Mini-Cons prisoner, but ended up blasting the pair when they turned out to be too tricky to catch. They recovered in time to help Drift defeat [[Riotgear]]. In the aftermath of the battle, Optimus appointed Bee Team ambassadors to Earth. They returned to the scrapyard, where Drift told his students to observe Sideswipe and Strongarm as an example of how not to behave as members of a team. {{storylink|Freedom Fighters}}

===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' books===
Following [[Filch]]'s escape, Slipstream and Jetstorm created sparks with their swords, luring her in so that [[Denny Clay|Denny]] could catch her with his electromagnet. {{storylink|Bumblebee Versus Scuzzard}}

After doubt was thrown on Drift's motives, Drift left the team and Bumblebee tried to interrogate Jetstorm and Slipstream to find out what they knew. The pair eventually opened up after Russell won them over and admitted they knew Drift used to be a Decepticon. A short time later the scrapyard was taken over by [[Foxtrot]] and [[Stilts]], who held Slipstream and Denny captive until Drift returned and stealthily freed them. {{storylink|Drift's Samurai Showdown}}

During the incident with [[Skinkbomb]], Drift and his Mini-Cons were off on a scouting mission, and Fixit didn't have any luck contacting them. {{storylink|The Trials of Optimus Prime}}

The away team headed to [[Chomolungma|Mount Everest]] to hunt [[Abominus (RID)|Abominus]]. Slipstream became separated from the rest of the team due to an avalanche and encountered [[Loren Fortean]]'s film crew, secretly keeping them safe from the array of boobytraps set up by the Decepticon, and eventually managed to free the rest of the team who had been captured by Abominus himself. The team successfully captured Abominus and scared off the film crew. {{storylink|Autobot World Tour}}

===''Robots in Disguise'' shorts===
[[File:TTOS-babyslipstream.jpg|thumb|right|200px|Ignore the questions about how this even works and enjoy the cuteness of baby Slipstream.]]

Slipstream grew up on [[Moonbase One|Luna 1]]. He led a happy childhood in [[Helpful City]] until he was attacked by [[Cyclone]]s in [[Serenity Yard]]. They stole from him his first ball bearing. Emotionally wounded by the assault, he turned to a life of petty theft to fill the void left inside him. {{storylink|The Tragedy of Slipstream}}

When Slipstream and Jetstorm were getting ready to watch a movie, Sideswipe taught them about the concept of "dibs." Slipstream was quite impressed by Sideswipe's ability to have first claim to anything by uttering a single word, declaring him "most powerful." Fixit then detected that the Cyclones [[Backtrack (RID)|Backtrack]] and [[Ransack (RID Mini-Con)|Ransack]] were on the loose and informed the entire Bee Team as much. Slipstream called "dibs" on recapturing the Cyclones. Though Bumblebee was concerned with letting him take on the job, Drift allowed Slipstream to take on such a heavy burden on his own. {{storylink|The Power of Dibs}}

[[File:ALevelPlayingField-everyoneveryconfused.jpg|thumb|left|250px|The Minicons needed some time to think after witnessing Drift/Fracture pictures on Tumblr.]]

Hearing someone following him, Slipstream turned and struck his stalker, discovering it to be Jetstorm, concerned for his friend. Slipstream explained that his need to bring the Cyclones to justice stemmed from his childhood trauma when Jetstorm insisted to go along with him. {{storylink|The Tragedy of Slipstream}} The pair soon crossed paths with their quarry, as well as the Decepticon Mini-Cons pursuing them. Though Slipstream informed them that he had already called "dibs" on the Cyclones, the Decepticons insisted on fighting over them nonetheless. Slipstream took on Airazor while Jetstorm battled Divebomb. But when Slipstream was accidentally knocked into a rock mound built by the Cyclones during the brawl, the unaligned Mini-Cons turned their firepower on the other four, forcing them to take cover together. {{storylink|A Level Playing Field}} Insisting that the Decepticons find their own place to hide, Slipstream instigated a brawl with the Decepticons again, culminating into a slap-fight. Jetstorm put an end to it, telling Slipstream that while it was true he had called "dibs" on the Cyclones, his claim was meaningless if they were all in pieces. Working together, the four aligned Mini-Cons managed to take out the two unaligned ones. Though Slipstream and Jetstorm then informed Airazor and Divebomb that they were obligated to take them in, the Decepticons invoked the ancient Earth tradition of "Not it!" allowing them to walk away.

When Slipstream and Jetstorm returned to base with the Cyclones in hand, they were met with a surprise hug from Drift. Their teacher quickly regained his composure, though he admitted that he was glad his students had made it back safely. {{storylink|Two Plus Two Equals More}}

===IDW ''Robots in Disguise'' comic===
The two Mini-Cons took part in a fight at [[Fort Tucker]], attacking a flying [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicon]] in the air. {{storylink|Robots in Disguise issue 5|Robots in Disguise #5}} After the Autobots located Steeljaw's hideout, the pair got the imprisoned Fixit and Russell to safety while the rest of the team tackled the Decepticons. {{storylink|Robots in Disguise issue 6|Robots in Disguise #6}}

==Commercial appearances==
Drift launched Slipstream and Jetstorm so that they could do battle against Fracture's own Mini-Con partners. The Autobots were victorious, and Slipstream high-fived Jetstorm as Drift loomed proudly over them. {{storylink|Commercial#Robots in Disguise (2015)|Robots in Disguise Deployers toy commercial}}

==Games==
===''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game===
{{charstubgames|{{storylink|Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|Robots in Disguise}}}}

===''Transformers Super Mini-Con Striker''===
Slipstream acted as a field player in a soccer match between him, [[Drift (RID)|Drift]] and [[Jetstorm (RID)|Jetstorm]]; and the Decepticons [[Fracture (RID)|Fracture]], [[Divebomb (RID)|Divebomb]] and [[Airazor (RID)|Airazor]]. {{storylink|Transformers Super Mini-Con Striker}}

===''Power Up for Battle''===
[[File:RID2015 Power Up for Battle Slipstream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.44|I'm sorry, WHAT?]]
During a battle, Bumblebee dropped a [[stasis pod]] containing what's supposed to be Slipstream for Optimus Prime to use as a weapon against Starscream. The Mini-Con provided the Autobot leader with bigger and stronger blaster bolts for a short period of time. {{storylink|Power Up for Battle}}
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==Toys==
===''Robots in Disguise'' (2015)===
[[File:Slipstream RID 2015 toy.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|''It's the circle of life... (Hasbro version pictured)'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Slipstream''' (Mini-Con, 2015)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number:'' '''TMC02'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[April 29]], 2016
:*''Accessories'': Armor sprue (lion-head helmet, 2 swords, 2 shields, backpack, 2 flames)

: Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' single-packed Mini-Cons, Slipstream transforms from a robot to a "buzzsaw" disk in a single simple step. In this mode, he is compatible with the launching mechanism on the [[Drift (RID)#Mini-Con Deployers|Deployer Drift]] mold.

[[File:AdventureTMC02-Slipstream.jpg|thumb|upright=1|left|''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]

: He comes with a number of clear plastic accessories attached to an Autobot-[[insignia]]-shaped sprue, which can be attached to him using tabs and slots. While most of these pieces can remain on Slipstream when transforming him to buzzsaw mode, the swords need to be removed from his hands and re-tabbed into slots just above the shields. Some of these parts can combine with those of his wavemates [[Divebomb (RID)#Toys|Divebomb]], [[Dragonus#Toys|Dragonus]] and [[Sawback#Toys|Sawback]] to form [[Mini-Con armor lion|an energy lion]]... like, the uh, lion head. Kinda obvious there.

: In Japan, the individual Slipstream was sold nearly a year later, in the first and only wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)#TakaraTomy Adventure toyline|Adventure: Prime of Micron]]'' single-pack Microns. This release is much more extensively painted to make him more show-accurate... even moreso than his prior Takara release as a pack-in with Drift (see below). He also has a different scan-badge, which checks him off in the ''[[Transformers Chronicle (toyline)|Transformers Chronicle]]'' phone app's toy checklist. In-package, the badge is covered by a dummy sticker that doesn't scan.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/Slipstream/slipstream.htm More information on Slipstream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:AdventureTAV27-Slipstream.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Drift Micronshooter Set'''{{sic}} (Mini-Con Deployer, 2015)}}</ul>
:*''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TAV27'''
:*''TakaraTomy release date'': [[September 19]], 2015
:*''Accessories'': Armor sprue (lion-head helmet, 2 swords, 2 shields, backpack, 2 flames)

: Released in the seventh wave of TakaraTomy's ''Adventure'' toyline, this version of Slipstream has a bit more detail paint than the Hasbro single-pack release, to give him a more show-accurate deco (but not the ''most'' show-accurate deco, as seen above).

: He only came packed in with the larger "Micron Shooter" Drift and his fellow student [[Jetstorm (RID)#Toys|Jetstorm]], where the Hasbro release of this Drift toy ''only'' came with Jetstorm.

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[[File:04-Minicon-Singles-W1-336825_B4657AS00_Blizzard-Strike-Slipstream_Both_Modes.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|''Am I blue? You would be too, If your sensei went to the Arctic circles too...'']]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Blizzard Strike Slipstream''' (Mini-Con, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Armor sprue (lion-head helmet, 2 swords, 2 shields, backpack, 2 flames)

: Slipstream was redecoed for the third wave of ''Robots in Disguise'' single-packed Mini-Cons, now colored in two shades of blue, to match the similarly-decoed [[Drift (RID)#BlizzardDeployer|Blizzard Strike Drift]] toy.

: He retains the same accessories as his original release, although his new wavemates [[Swelter#Toys|Swelter]], [[Hammer (RID)#Toys|Hammer]], and [[Back#Toys|Back]] don't include the right armor pieces to form the energy lion, or really anything else coherent.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Autobot/BSSlipstream/slipstream.htm More information on Blizzard Strike Slipstream at TFU.info]''

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[[File:RID-Weaponizer-Slipstream-all-modes.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|Showing an uncanny resemblance to a Convertors binocular...]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Mini-Con 4-Pack''' (Multi-pack, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Armor sprue (helmet, 2 gatling cannons, 2 barrel add-ons, 2 blast effects)

: Released in the second of three Mini-Con 4-Packs, this "Weaponizer" version of Slipstream is an extensive [[retool]]ing of his original toy, now transforming into a double-barreled blaster cannon that can be held via [[5 mm post]]. This means he's no longer compatible with Deployer Drift's launching mechanism.

: He also includes a different armor sprue, featuring parts that turn him into a quadruple-barreled gun (or possibly ''sextuple'' if you think those parts that attach to his barrel-sides are also blasters), with two blast effects that plug into his large barrel muzzles. He can also equip the parts from the normal buzzsaw version, although not all at the same time as his new parts. And again, his hand-held weapons must be manually removed and repositioned when going from robot to weapon modes.

: While his buzzsaw versions feature a determined look on his face, his Weaponizer toy has an enraged or battling expression. ''He will ruin you.''

: This Mini-Con 4-Pack also came with [[Anvil (RID)#4pack|Anvil]], [[Undertone#4pack|Scorch Strike Undertone]], and [[Hammer (RID)#4pack|Hammer]].

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[[File:RID15_Mini-Con_Weaponizer_Slipstream.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|...One that you would never want close to your eyes.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Slipstream''' (Weaponizer Mini-Con, 2016)}}</ul>
:*''Accessories'': Armor sprue (helmet, 2 gatling cannons, 2 barrel add-ons, 2 blast effects)

: Weaponizer Slipstream was also released in the the fifth wave of single-pack Mini-Cons (the first wave of Weaponizer single-packs), now in an icy blue color, once again to match the various Arctic-themed Drift toys. His armor sprue is now orange.

: Both waves of individual Weaponizer Mini-Cons ultimately went unreleased in the US, not even coming out through discounters. They did see release in various European and Asian markets.
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==Merchandise==
===Dickie Toys===
*'''Optimus Prime Battle Truck''' (2016)
**''Accessories'': Slipstream figure, Sawback figure, 2 Slipstream discs, 2 Sawback discs

:A Non-transforming Slipstream figurine comes with the similarly non-transforming Optimus Prime truck, as well as a disc projectile with a sculpted image of Slipstream. The disc can be launched from Optimus Prime's truck front or both sides of the built-in pressure-firing launchers. The Slipstream figurine can be attached to the top of the truck or to the launchers, but does not activate any extra gimmicks.

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*'''Bumblebee''' (Mini-Con Deployer, 2016)
*'''Sideswipe''' (Mini-Con Deployer, 2016)
:The Slipstream disc, along with Sawback's, is also available with either Mini-Con Deployer Bumblebee or Sideswipe, which can be launched from his vehicle front.
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====Plastic Robots====
*'''Robots in Disguise 8-pack''' (2017)
*'''Robots in Disguise 11-pack''' (2017)

:Another non-transforming, but show-accurate Slipstream figurine is available in either of these gift sets.

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==Notes==
*In the Japanese dub of the series, ''Transformers Adventure'', Slipstream and Jetstorm end every sentence with ''de gozaru'' (でござる), an archaic honorific associated with the samurai. Drift uses it, too, but a bit more reasonably; the Mini-Cons use it to comedic excess as their verbal tic.

===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Slipstream''' (スリップストリーム ''Surippusutorīmu'')
*''Mandarin:'' '''Huá Liú''' (China, 滑流, "Slip Flow")

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Drift's Samurai Showdown

2024-03-03T23:34:16Z

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|next=The Trials of Optimus Prime
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|title=''Drift's Samurai Showdown''
|caption=Minicons attack. Drift is so damn strict. It's snowing on Mt. Fuji.
|publisher=[[Little, Brown and Company]]
|date=[[September 1]], [[2015]]
|writers=[[John Sazaklis]] and [[Steve Foxe]]
|illustrator=
|continuity=[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]]
|pagecount=144
|price=$5.99
|ISBN=ISBN 0316301922 ISBN 978-0316301923
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'''The capture of a new Decepticon casts doubt over Drift's allegiances.'''

==Synopsis==
In the dead of night, [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] suddenly rouses everyone with the news of a [[Decepticon]] incursion, and [[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]], [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]] and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] spring into readiness, as do [[Denny Clay|Denny]] and [[Russell Clay|Russell]] who are perturbed at being woken. As Bumblebee looks around for [[Drift (RID)|Drift]], the others realize that it's just a drill. While the Autobots disperse, Drift finally arrives, and Bumblebee is about to lecture him on teamwork when [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] sounds the alarm. He's detected a Decepticon signal in [[Crown City]] — to be precise, it's the bounty hunter [[Forager]], one of the [[Ronin]]. Drift claims that this Decepticon isn't worth his time, and instead sends [[Jetstorm (RID)|Jetstorm]] and [[Slipstream (RID)|Slipstream]] with the others. Despite the lack of Drift and Grimlock, the latter of whom would be too conspicuous, Forager is swiftly taken down by the team and bundled back to the [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist|scrapyard]], however as they're stowing him in a [[stasis pod]], he announces that he recognizes Drift as an old friend. Bumblebee attempts to question Drift, who says he'd rather leave the team than answer questions about his past, and departs.

The next morning, Denny finds the other Autobots attempting to interrogate Jetstorm and Slipstream without success. Russell manages to win the pair over with a game of tag, and they reveal that Drift used to be a Decepticon named Deadlock. A discussion ensues over whether Drift might be still be working for the Decepticons, however it's cut short when Fixit announces he's detected two more Decepticon signals, and he's also found Drift's signal, which is heading for the Decepticons in question. The Autobots roll out to investigate, leaving the two humans and three Mini-Cons at base. They soon reach a quarry, however rather than two Decepticons, they find two metal disks which are producing fake signals. Bumblebee realizes that this has all been a ruse to draw them away from the scrapyard.

Indeed the Decepticons [[Foxtrot]] and [[Stilts]] are currently approaching the scrapyard. Using [[holo-cloak]]s, they disguise themselves as Bumblebee and Grimlock and are able to capture Slipstream and Denny after gaining entry. Russell and Jetstorm are able to hide and avoid being captured, escaping the scrapyard. The two Decepticons force Fixit to release Forager from his stasis pod, and he tells them about "Deadlock" being on [[Earth]]. As Bumblebee's team returns, the trio disguise themselves as Drift, allowing them to get the jump on the four Autobots and stuff them into stasis pods.

In the nearby woods, Russell and Jetstorm encounter Drift and fill him in on the situation. Drift explains how he was once a homeless bot until he joined the Decepticons, but after nearly being destroyed in battle, he was found by the [[Circle of Light]] and trained as a samurai. He later joined the Ronin, but became uncomfortable with their methods, and after an incident in which they almost blew up [[Athena]]'s moon, he blew up the ship and fled their company. Drift returns to the scrapyard with Russell and Jetstorm, using them as "prisoners" in order to convince the Decepticons that he's on their side. The promise of the location of nearby [[energon]] stores piques the Decepticons' interest.

Drift leads the three Decepticons to a deserted factory outside the city, the site of a previous Decepticon capture, where there's a known energon stash. They break in, though they're almost discovered by police officer [[Wong]]. Drift is able to prevent the man's death at the hands of the Decepticons by faking Wong's death, and the officer is able to leave intact without even having seen a Cybertronian. They return to the scrapyard where Drift uses some shuriken to surreptitiously free Denny, Russell and the Mini-Cons while slipping them a note. The freed prisoners are able to defrost Team Bee from the stasis pods and explain what's up with Drift. A battle ensues between the Autobots and the three Ronin. Despite using every trick in their bags, the Decepticons are defeated. Bumblebee apologizes to Drift, who promises to try to be more open in future, and who also apologizes to his Mini-Cons. The three Decepticons are loaded into stasis pods.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
*[[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] (1)
*[[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]] (2)
*[[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]] (3)
*[[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] (4)
*[[Drift (RID)|Drift]] (7)
*[[Jetstorm (RID)|Jetstorm]] (8)
*[[Slipstream (RID)|Slipstream]] (9)
*[[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] (10)
|c2=
*[[Forager]] (11)
*[[Foxtrot]] (12)
*[[Stilts]] (13)
|c3=
*[[Denny Clay]] (5)
*[[Russell Clay]] (6)
*[[Wong|Officer Wong]] (14)
}}

==Quotes==
"All right, bots, we need to apprehend this Decepticon before he's spotted." 
"Oh, he's not spotted. He's striped, see? ... What? I may be half-charged, but my funny bolt is always at one hundred percent!"
:—'''Bumblebee''' and '''Sideswipe''' discuss Forager.

"Let go of me! I have rights, you know! You can't lock me up just 'cause I'm a convicted criminal!"
:—'''Forager'''

"A Dinobot? Guess I'll have to act extra dumb to match my new look."
:—'''Stilts'''

==Notes==
===Errors===
* The publisher's synopsis of the book is incorrect, as Drift has already joined the team instead of Bumblebee having just met him.
* The cover shows Drift, Slipstream, and Jetstorm ready to fight...and Drift has his Minicons on his arms in their buzzsaw forms as the Minicons are in robot mode.

===Continuity notes===
* The book has Drift as a member of the team, setting it after "[[One of Our Mini-Cons Is Missing]]".
* "[[Out of the Shadows]]" would go on to flesh out Drift's time as a Decepticon before he joined the Ronin.

===Transformers references===
* Drift's back story as a Decepticon named Deadlock who later joined up with the [[Circle of Light]] is shared by the [[Drift (G1)|Drift]] from [[IDW Publishing]]'s comics.
* When Stilts is holo-projecting Grimlock, he acts "extra dumb", speaking in the grammatically altered manner of the [[Grimlock (G1)|Generation One Grimlock]] archetype.

===Real-world references===
* The title shares the same phrasing as SNK's ''{{w|Samurai Shodown (series)|Samurai Shodown}}'' video game series.
* Denny does the Robot in a vain attempt to convince the Decepticons that he's a Cybertronian.
* Stilts says he thought Drift was "debris drifting through space in a [[Star Wars (franchise)|galaxy far, far away]]".
* Foxtrot and Stilts are a reference to the fable "{{w|The Fox and the Stork}}", which is fittingly about tricksters being tricked.

===Trivia===
* This book was released as 'Samurai Showdown' in the UK. It has some extra illustrated pages and some minor changes to the script.
* The first chapter of ''[[Bumblebee Versus Scuzzard]]'' is included at the end as a "sneak peek", despite that book having been released earlier.

==External links==
*[http://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/john-sazaklis/transformers-robots-in-disguise-drifts-samurai-showdown/9780316301923/ Publisher's product page]

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

1973

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{{yearofthe|1973}}
The year '''1973''' (MCMLXXIII) predates the launch of the [[Transformers brand]] by eleven years.

{{see|Transformers timeline}}

==Non-Fiction==
===Births===
*???? — [[Andrew Currie]], [[Francesco Orlando]]
====January====
* [[January 4]] — [[Carolina Vera]]
* [[January 13]] — [[Yoshinobu Kaneko]]
* [[January 16]] — [[Liliana Barba]], [[Maki Miyamae]]
* [[January 24]] — [[Ronaldo Júlio]]
* [[January 25]] — [[Naoto Tsushima]]

====February====
* [[February 4]] — [[Akiko Toda]]
* [[February 7]] — [[Arif S. Kinchen]]
* [[February 11]] — [[Haruhi Terada]]
* [[February 12]] — [[Tara Strong]], [[Duda Ribeiro]]
* [[February 14]] — [[Izabella Bukowska]], [[Patrick Chouinard]]
* [[February 24]] — [[Bill Forster]]
* [[February 27]] — [[Li Bingbing]]

====March====
* [[March 3]] — [[Matthew Marsden]]
* [[March 7]] — [[Eiji Takemoto]]
* [[March 23]] — [[Federico Di Pofi]]
* [[March 25]] — [[Massimiliano Alto]], [[Erwin Grunspan]]

====April====
* [[April 10]] — [[Jun Yoneya]]
* [[April 12]] — [[Mark Brooks]], [[Julio Bernal]]
* [[April 13]] — [[Tanja Schmitz]]
* [[April 21]] — [[Katsuyuki Konishi]]
* [[April 21]] — [[Mark Dexter]]
* [[April 28]] — [[Silvio Giraldi]]
* [[April 29]] — [[Teng Kuixing]]
* [[April 30]] — [[Katja Schmitz]]

====May====
* [[May 4]] — [[Lynell Forestall]], [[Hélène Bizot]], [[Cristiana Rossi]]
* [[May 14]] — [[Francesco Pezzulli]]
* [[May 16]] — [[Kōsuke Toriumi]]
* [[May 18]] — [[Nessym Guetat]]
* [[May 20]] — [[Mike Norton]]
* [[May 29]] — [[Anne Mathot]]

====June====
* [[June 4]] — [[Daisuke Hirakawa]]
* [[June 14]] — [[José Arenas]], [[David Manet]]
* [[June 22]] — [[Célia Torrens]]

====July====
* [[July 14]] — [[Ethel Houbiers]]
* [[July 20]] — [[Roberto Orci]]

====August====
* [[August 18]] — [[Laura Blanc]]
* [[August 24]] — [[Grey Griffin]]
* [[August 25]] — [[Rossella Acerbo]]
* [[August 28]] — [[Kirby Morrow]]
* [[August 29]] — [[Jason Spisak]]

====September====
* [[September 4]] — [[Jason David Frank]]
* [[September 7]] — [[Alex Kurtzman]]
* [[September 9]] — [[Brian Dobson]]
* [[September 13]] — [[Travis Knight]]
* [[September 14]] — [[Nas]]
* [[September 19]] — [[Dani Albiac]]
* [[September 29]] — [[Yasuhiro Kikuchi]]

====October====
* [[October 3]] — [[Richard Ian Cox]], [[Keiko Agena]]
* [[October 14]] — [[Yukie Maeda]]
* [[October 16]] — [[Chae-heon Im]]
* [[October 17]] — [[Rick Wasserman]]
* [[October 23]] — [[Louis-Philippe Dandenault]]
* [[October 24]] — [[Tetsuya Shibata]]
* [[October 25]] — [[Martin Watier]]

====November====
* [[November 1]] — [[Priscila Amorim]], [[Emmanuel Rausenberger]]
* [[November 9]] — [[Alyson Court]]
* [[November 10]] — [[Valéry Bendjilali]]
* [[November 20]] — [[Simone D'Andrea]]
* [[November 23]] — [[Kizatomi Nimura]]
* [[November 26]] — [[Reiko Takagi]]

====December====
* [[December 6]] — [[Mirko Mazzanti]]
* [[December 8]] — [[Doron Bell, Jr.]]
* [[December 10]] — [[Soyeon]]
* [[December 13]] — [[Dláigelles Silva]]
* [[December 18]] — [[Shinobu Matsumoto]]

[[Category:Real-world events by year]]

April 21

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<noinclude>{{cal-date|4|21}}</noinclude>
* '''[[1956]] —''' [[Carlo Cosolo]] (Italian voice of [[Agent Burke]]) is born.
* '''[[1963]] —''' [[Hasbro]] CEO [[Brian Goldner]] is born.
* '''[[1965]] —''' Voice actor [[Robert Tondera]] is born.
* '''[[1973]] —''' [[Katsuyuki Konishi]] (Japanese voice of ''[[Transformers: Energon (cartoon)|Super Link]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/Cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] and [[Cliffjumper (Energon)|Cliffjumper]]) is born, declaring who the hell do you think he is.
*'''[[1973]] —''' Actor [[Mark Dexter]] is born.
* '''[[1979]] —''' [[Xóchitl Ugarte]] (Mexican voice of [[Carly Spencer]]) is born.
* '''[[1988]] —''' The ''[[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (cartoon)|Super-God Masterforce]]'' OP/ED single "[[Chōjin Masterforce no Theme]]"/"[[Moero! Transformer]]" is released in Japan by [[Columbia Music Entertainment]].
* '''[[1989]] —''' [[Nintendo]] releases the original [[Game Boy]] in Japan.
* '''[[1991]] —''' The ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (cartoon)|Victory]]'' episode "[[The Brave Hero of the Universe - Star Saber|The Warrior of the Universe, Star Saber]]" premieres in Malaysia.
* '''[[1994]] —''' [[Mathieu Touquet]] (French voice of [[Bumblebee (ES)|Bumblebee]] in ''[[Transformers: EarthSpark - Expedition]]'') is born.
* '''[[1999]] —''' The ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' episode "[[Lonely Hydra]]" premieres in Japan.
* '''1999 —''' The ''[[Super Lifeform Transformers: Beast Wars Neo (cartoon)|Beast Wars Neo]]'' ED single "[[Te no Naka no Uchū]]" is released in Japan by [[Columbia Music Entertainment]].
* '''[[2004]] —''' ''[[The Transformers (cartoon)|The Transformers]]—[[Madman Entertainment#Generation 1|Collection 2: Series 2.1]]'' is released on DVD in Australia by [[Madman Entertainment]].
* '''2004 —''' The ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)#Transformers: Zone|Zone]]'' OVA "[[Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!]]" is released on DVD in Japan by [[Columbia Music Entertainment]].
* '''[[2005]] —''' The ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]—[[Transformers Galaxy Force: Sound Pack 1|Sound Pack 1]]'' soundtrack album is released in Japan by [[Victor Entertainment]].
* '''[[2006]] —''' ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (cartoon)|Galaxy Force]]—[[Victor Entertainment#DVDs|Vol. 11]]'' is released on DVD in Japan by [[Victor Entertainment]].
* '''[[2010]] —''' ''[[The Transformers: Last Stand of the Wreckers|Last Stand of the Wreckers]]'' [[Last Stand of the Wreckers issue 4|#4]] and [[Ride-Along|''Spotlight: Prowl'']] are released by [[IDW Publishing]].
* '''2010 —''' The ''[[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|Transformers Animated]]'' OP single "[[Transformers Evo.|TRANSFORMERS EVO.]]" is released in Japan by [[Lantis]].
* '''[[2012]] —''' The ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' episode "[[Armada (episode)|Armada]]" and ''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (cartoon)|Transformers: Rescue Bots]]'' episode "[[Walk on the Wild Side]]" premiere on [[Hub Network|The Hub]].
* '''2012 —''' The ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Prime]]'' episode "[[Darkness Rising, Part 3|Rescue Transformation! Fowler in Crisis]]" premiers in Japan on [[TV Aichi]].
* '''2012 —''' ''[[Transformers Generations 2012]]'' is released in Japan, with a mail-away offer for a Voyager-class [[Artfire]] toy and the "[[A Tale of the Pretenders]]" comic.
* '''[[2014]] —''' The fifth and final [[BotCon 2014]] box set exclusive [[Ginrai (robot)|Ginrai]] is revealed.
* '''[[2015]] —''' The fourth [[BotCon 2015]] box set exclusive [[Megatron (Movie)/toys|Megatron]] is revealed.
* '''[[2018]] —''' [[TakaraTomy]] releases ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Movie Masterpiece]]'' [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|MPM-5 Barricade]].
* '''[[2023]] —''' [[Jesús Barreda]] (Castilian Spanish voice of various characters including [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] in the ''[[Transformers (Armada PS2)|Armada PS2 game]]'' and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] in the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|War for Cybertron]]'' game) passes away and starts a secret mission.

Mark Dexter

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'''Mark Dexter''' (born [[April 21]]st, [[1973]]) is an English actor. Aside from his career in theatre, he is primarily a screen actor, and has many supporting roles in high-profile British TV shows under his belt. He's popped up twice on post-reboot ''[[Doctor Who]]'', and played Rimmer's half-brother Howard on ''{{w|Red Dwarf}}''.

He may be best known for his portrayals of various real-life political figures, including former UK Prime Minister David Cameron in the TV movie ''Coalition'', which makes his turn as the [[Prime Minister of the United Kingdom |Prime Minister]] in ''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|The Last Knight]]'' quite fitting.

==Roles==
===''[[Transformers: The Last Knight (film)|Transformers: The Last Knight]]''===
* [[Prime Minister of the United Kingdom]]

==External links==
*{{w|Mark Dexter|Mark Dexter on Wikipedia}}
*[https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0223316/?ref_=ttfc_fc_cl_t35 Mark Dexter on the IMDB]

{{DEFAULTSORT: Dexter, Mark}}
[[Category:On-camera actors]]

Pamela Adlon

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'''Pamela Adlon''' (born [[July 9]], [[1966]]) is an American actress, voice actress, screenwriter and producer who is most famous for voicing Bobby Hill in ''King of the Hill'' and the co-creator and star of ''Better Things''. Other roles she has appeared in include Ashley Spinelli in ''Recess'', Otto Osworth in ''Time Squad'', and the title character of the ''Pajama Sam'' series.

==Roles==
===''Bumblebee''===
* [[Sally Watson]]

==External links==
* [http://www.imdb.com/name/nm0781899/ Pamela Adlon on the IMDB]
* [https://twitter.com/pamelaadlon Pamela Adlon on Twitter]

{{DEFAULTSORT: Adlon, Pamela}}
[[Category:On-camera actors]]

Derailment

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{{Comicstory|
|seriesissue=[[Transformers Timelines (fiction)|''Transformers Timelines'']] text story
|prev=Safe Spaces
|next=Coalescence
|seriesissue2=''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]''
|prev2=
|next2=The Inexorable March
|image=Derailment-titlepage.jpg
|caption=A story of sacrifice, and betrayal, and good people dying in ''stupid, pointless ways''.
|title="Derailment"
|publisher=[[Transformers Collectors' Club]] (online exclusive)
|date=[[December 27]], [[2016]]
|by=[[Jim Sorenson]] and [[David Bishop]]
|art by=[[Guido Guidi]], [[Jesse Wittenrich]], [[Christopher Colgin]], [[Josh Burcham]], [[Matt Frank]], and [[Gonçalo Lopes]]
|cover=Christopher Colgin
|editor=Jesse Wittenrich
|contributing editors=[[Louis Sun]]
|colors=
|pagecount=179pp
|chronology=Circa [[2390]]
|continuity=''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]''
}}

'''It's Galva Convoy's Vehicons versus Cybertron as the Grand Uprising reaches its explosive finale.'''

==Synopsis==
===Part 1—Drowning in the Depth of the Lethe===
;V minus 2.72 solar cycles...

The [[Resistance]] holds half of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], the [[Independent Predacus States]] and [[Maximal Nation]] another 20%, some of the local warlords like [[Shokaract]] are willing to cooperate with the Resistance for concessions, and the [[Builder of Cybertron|Builders]] are digging in, while satellite communication has ceased. At Resistance HQ at [[Stanix]], nobody's happy that the [[Tripredacus Council|Tripredacus Alliance]] is demanding so much territory in exchange for cooperating. [[Lio Convoy]] plans to offer [[Burthov]] (majority [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] anyway) and use the demands to push them to help take [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]] faster—and he doesn't mind the Predacus States bordering the Maximal Nation as both a check and to encourage the latter to expand to more Builder land. Either way, [[Preditron]] will have to be killed with plausible deniability on the Resistance's part. While Lio Convoy finds that distasteful, that ''is'' why they rescued him. The only other main strategic issue is [[Carpessa]] and [[Damaxus]] have gone silent. Lio orders this checked out.

In secret, he's feeling disquiet about all the 'greater good' atrocities he's been doing and wonders when exactly the bill is going to turn up...

;V minus 0.64...

[[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] and [[Stormrazor]] are the ones off to the island of Daxamus, passing through the storm-ridden [[Rust Sea]], and they find thousands of Cybertronians building vast structures there, even though Stormrazor's picking up no life signs. These thousands all have just three identical forms. The [[Aero Drone|aero drone]]s make the two out and attack, and, even though Stormrazor sacrifices himself so Buzz Saw can get away, the wasp is too scared to risk himself sending their report back and surrenders instead. He is killed and his dying body converted into one of the enemy, his last thought that being shot dead would have been better.

;V minus 0.22...

[[Eject (G1)|Eject]]'s grand scheme of [[Galva Convoy]] creating an army of loyal killers has finally come to pass, as Galva Convoy has developed the [[Vehicon (BM)|Vehicon]]. Obedient, mindless, and fearless, these drones convert Maximals and Predacons into more Vehicons and will put an end to the Resistance. They ignored ethical issues brought up by [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]]. Just to be on the safe side, Eject made sure that General Order 66—no Vehicons into the Builder-held arctic without a supermajority vote in the Assembly—was hardwired into their [[CNA]], and then infected a few Builder-loyal troops with the Vehicon virus so they'd be taken prisoner and spread it all about the enemy.

With Carpessa and Daxamus being successful tests, Eject knows victory is in sight and also knows what an irredeemable thing he's done. To his great shame, he also finds the Resistance are now running their own Games, the very Games ''he'' invented, with the POWs he'd set up. He tells himself the Vehicons will rebuild Cybertron and benefit both Builder and protoformer once the war's over.

;V minus 0.17...

A storm is raging over [[Harmonex]] and base guard [[Magna Stampede]] is bloody sick of waiting for [[Stockade (Universe 2003)|Stockade]] to get in already. Fretting something's gone wrong, he calls a replacement guard and goes off looking for his partner. He finds the city dark from power outage and Vehicons creeping about, attacking anyone they run into. Discovering they're jamming all radio transmissions, he fires a flare up to alert the others. Stockade arrives in time to drive them off but is infected, and, to Magna's horror, she begins to transform into [[Stockade (Universe 2003)|a tank drone]]. Passing Resistance forces then mistake her for a hostile. To Magna's greater horror, his still-living partner is deemed incurable and, as he passes out, [[CatSCAN]] surgically removes her spark, killing her, for study.

;V minus 0.02...

Lio Convoy is involved in his daily media check, listening in from each faction's official broadcasts (the new [[Voice of Maximals]] channel is proving very good) to the scattered local broadcasters. That's how he first learns...

;V

...about the Vehicon infection [[Safe Spaces|breaking out]] at [[Protihex]]. There's very few soldiers in range of Protihex and if it falls to ''this'' threat, all of Resistance territory is at risk! Realizing the sudden radio loss and, he now realizes, the Builders' far too easy evacuation from lower [[Ky-Alexia]] was all part of this plan, he declares a war council in three cycles.

In [[Proximax]], the [[Ex-Bot (BWU)|Ex-Bots]]—minus [[Rampage (BW)|Rampage]] who's off on a personal mission—are trying to capture [[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]], who plans to use the [[Robosmasher|Robo-Smasher]] to conquer the city, without harming the civilians that are all over the place. He's effortlessly getting away from them and they can't pull out their big guns like [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] without injuring anyone, and, to add insult to injury, the spider has hacked into their comms to diss them. To [[Snapper]]'s dismay, Tarantulas has backup in the form of a Robo-Smashed [[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]]! The Dinobot is too much for them to easily handle and [[Stiletto (BW)|Stiletto]] is having problems fighting Tarantulas on his own. She can, however, boast to the villain they've been jamming the signal he'd send to the Smasher since the jump (thanks to [[Overshoot]]'s ghost informing her). When Grimlock gets too close to Stiletto, the signal's jammed for him too and he batters Tarantulas into submission before also agreeing to be arrested. But as Tarantulas laughs that the apocalypse has already started anyway, Overshoot warns Stiletto of what's going on in Protihex and soon [[Nova Cronum]] too.

[[Image:Derailment Operation Amputation.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|The sun rose on Mega-City Two at 05:50. It sparkled like a shower of gold on the sea, cast a rich array of pink and orange on the glaseen towers, banished the darkness of night for another day... At 05:56, the sun rose again.]]

At V plus 0.57, the Vehicons have overrun all the Resistance's rear echelons. [[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]]'s crew have fought their way free of Protihex and, to [[Ser-Ket (BWU)|Ser-Ket]]'s anger, both he and Preditron agree they should flee to the Maximal Nation for help. In an act of severe desperation and against most of the Resistance's command rank, Lio Convoy has ordered the [[K-Class]] to be used: four [[Commando (RID)|Commandos]] who had volunteered to be an ultimate deterrent weapon and found themselves [[Nuclear weapon|nuclear suicide bombers]]. [[Rollbar (RID)|Jeepers]] is on Daxamus, [[Armorhide (RID)|Dangar]] sent to Carpessa, and a resigned [[Movor]] is to be dropped on Protihex. When footage comes in of the bombings, Lio Convoy forces himself to look.

With aero drones shooting down the ''[[Dreadrock]]'', Movor has to jump early but decides not to deploy, believing no threat is worth wholesale slaughter. But when he sees the monstrosity that is the Vehicons, and realizes exactly what's going on, he jumps; as he plummets, he's armed remotely by Lio Convoy. At this range, other cities are in the blast radius but there's little choice.

Only ninety-three proto-formers were still alive in Protihex but thousands more in nearby Nuon and [[Lower Petrohex]] when Movor detonates. The resulting hole in the planet's crust is greater than [[Rodimus' Folly]].

Southeast Protihex has survived due to the early detonation and the Vehicons still around shoot down ''Dreadrock''. Bitter that the Vehicons have survived this last resort, Lio Convoy orders all available reserves (i.e. ''anywhere'' where Builders aren't an active threat) to rally at Upper Petrohex and that [[Rageland]] will be offered [[Praxis|Praxus]] if [[Rage (BW)|Rage]], next on the Vehicon's list if they fall, shows up to help.

Cheetor's crew have made it to the Maximal Nation when they come under fire by the skittish locals, who are jamming their attempts at hailing in fear the virus is wirelessly transmitted. Ser-Ket has to fly out to make contact before they're allowed to land.

The Resistance reserves, many horrified at what happened and openly talking about Petrohex seceding from the Resistance, gather as the ash from the detonation makes the night grow darker. A few thousand incoming aero drones turn the offensive into a defensive but with their limited minds, the Vehicons prove unable to evade the barrage of anti-aircraft fire. [[Twinstrike (BWU)|Twinstrike]], part of [[Coelagon]]'s troops and one with limited gun range, is depressed he's missing the scrap until he spots an incoming [[Cycle Drone|cycle drone]] army. Soon it becomes clear the sheer number of hostiles is going to soak up all the Resistance firepower and some guns are already overheating, and the [[Tank Drone|tank drone]]s are already moving in. Twinstrike charges them in beast mode and fails. As Twinstrike watches, Coelagon and hundreds of others are forcibly converted as the front collapses, and those who die like [[Judora (BWU)|Judora]] are considered lucky. With [[Spittor (BW)|Spittor]]'s help, Twinstrike sets off his internal phlogiston reserves and blows up everything in a fifty-meter radius.

By V Plus 1.42, Petrohex, [[Polyhex]], and [[Dodecahex]] are all being overrun and the Resistance is going to be facing three hundred and fifty thousand more Vehicons: the Resistance as a whole only has 380,000. In the face of this threat, surrender is on the table. But the very existence of Vehicons means that even if they do surrender, the Builders will now use Vehicon conversion on any who cross them rather than merely the Games, and so surrender cannot be brokered.

So with the Vehicons as something they can't directly stop, Lio Convoy announces they'll force the Builders to call them off by escalating at the front line and seizing [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] tonight!

===Part 2—Burned by the Banks of the Phlegethon===
In contested [[Tesarus (polity)|Tesarus]], [[Steel Jaw]] and [[Ramulus]] are discussing Lio Convoy's latest orders—they know that the [[Pack]] can defeat the enemy in an all-out push but they also know the reason they didn't do the push was the sheer amount of Resistance casualties. Hoping to cut [[Erector (G1)|Erector]]'s reaction time, Steel Jaw decides to make their attack earlier than their orders say.

In the Maximal Nation, the [[Maximal High Council]] are unnerved and unsure whether to join Convoy's attack or shore up their own defenses. [[Tigatron]], the swing voter, advocates joining the attack as, with the Resistance facing defeat rather than defeat the Builders for them, they can no longer stay neutral. It's then that Cheetor, Ser-Ket, and Preditron arrive, and Tigatron ushers them into the Council to give their firsthand views. After their statements, the Council deliberates for another megacycle but it's a 4–1 vote in favor of action. The Tripredacus deliberate on Convoy's call to arms too. [[Ram Horn]] prats about, lurching from the hope they can exploit this to asking whether it'd be bad if all the Predacon civilians went Vehicon anyway, but [[Sea Clamp]] sneakily turns him towards fighting by appealing to his hawkish tendencies. Elsewhere, Rage is already involved as she decided to fight rather than cede newly gained Praxis; in the face of the ongoing Vehicon assault, her forces and civilians are being evacuated to fortified [[Triax]]. Majordomo [[Flytrap]] advocates just abandoning the Maximals of Praxis but such an act would contradict her view of herself as a sovereign.

While Preditron and Ser-Ket fly off to the Predacus States to fight for their kind and the Maximal forces mount up, Builder [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]], priest at Dodecahex's [[First Church of Primus]], is preaching that the prophesied apocalypse is upon them. When asked why [[Primus]] is allowing this, he can only say this may be a warning from above about the cost of warfare. That's when the Vehicons reach the church itself. With defense impossible, Sunstorm tells his congregation to leave him—immobile and wired into the church himself—and flee through the vaults. Once they're gone, he triggers his old fusion reactors in a defiant meltdown.

Erector has trouble getting the demoralized [[74th Division]] into shape. Faking enthusiasm and confidence, he tells the disgruntled [[Strikedown]] that he makes them build all these gunnery defenses because the Resistance doesn't ''dare'' come at them straight-on. That's when the attack hits. With the defenses not fully set up, they're taking damage but the confused Erector knows that the Maximals don't have their own artillery in position, making any subsequent attack far too vulnerable to his counters. The [[Dark Skies Patrol]] are sent up to recon the enemy. While [[Ram-Jet]] is killed, [[Wind-Sheer]] successfully finds the Pack's artillery battery and Erector is able to launch a retaliatory bombardment. When the 25,000 troops of the Pack charge their outnumbered foes, Erector calls for them to pay for every microhic.

Other fronts go against the Builders. At [[Proximax]], the Predacons are on the attack and making easy work of it. [[Dark Scream]] is startled when [[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] and the Ex-Bots make it clear they'll respond violently to any collateral damage, so he takes the extra few seconds to remove a sniper without moving an entire building. At the [[Plurex]] border, Cheetor recons the 58th Micromasters while the [[National Maximal Army]] use portable forcefields to cross the [[Sonic Canyons]] rather than the mined bridges. Once they're spotted, they start taking heavy fire but the bridgehead is established. At the 58th's HQ, [[Sky High (Micromaster)|Sky High]] advises [[Eagle Eye (G1)|Eagle Eye]] that they're facing a collapse and there's already mass surrenders, and Eagle Eye duly orders a staged retreat.

As the Assembly's emergency meeting, [[Ratbat (G1)|Ratbat]] tells Eject how bad the Vehicon strategy has went and [[Traachon]] reports they have a 57% chance of Iacon being attacked, but Galva Convoy dismisses it as a desperate last gasp before the Resistance dies. Rage breaks out when Ratbat mocks Hot Rod's Micromasters' for falling back, with [[Riker]] snarling that they want men to fall back as they don't have the numbers for till the last bot stands. When [[Crosscut (G1)|Cross-Cut]] asks about rescinding Order 66, Eject screams out against it: they ''need'' some protoformers around after the war for society to even exist. But the option remains on the table and he can see Galva Convoy smirking about it...

Unaware a breakthrough at [[Yuss]] is one of Cross-Cut's red lines, Lio Convoy is trying to seize the guns of the city so naval forces will be able to reach Iacon. The seven Maxilla forts are being rapidly seized while [[Scylla]] takes the Resistance flotilla out to see in anticipation of victory. While the Micromasters fight to the last, they're being cut down. With Rageland, Petrohex, Burthov, [[Altihex]], [[Helex (polity)|Helex]], and [[Corumkan]] all under attack by Vehicons, and all of them key Resistance production sites, the Resistance have to make this bloody move fast. Lio Convoy himself, [[Survive]], and the latter's [[Fighting Quasars]] are trying to take [[Fort Qalt]], while [[Goldbug (IDW)|Goldbug]] tries to rally his forces long enough that they can obliterate the flotilla, at which point he'll disable the guns and order his men to surrender. But Goldbug's out of luck: Lio Convoy finds and storms his command bunker. To the Autobot's disgust, Lio Convoy looks offended when [[Quillfire (BWU)|one of his men]] kills the wounded [[Gingham]] but never countermands the action. When Lio Convoy asks for the gun command codes, Goldbug refuses and is knocked unconscious for it.

Triax's walls by this point, are crumbling. Despite Rageland's courage, with civilians too picking up whatever tools they have to fight, the Vehicons are too numerous. Rage lies to [[Springload (BWU)|a dying corporal]] that the Vehicons have been driven back and he helped stop their final push.

[[Image:Derailment TidalWave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8|"Towards thee I roll, thou all-destroying but unconquering whale; to the last I grapple with thee; from Hell's heart, I stab at thee, for hate's sake, I spit my last breath at th- "TIDAL WAVE! TIDAL WAVE!" "Dammit, Tidal Wave!"]]
As Scylla hopes the mode-locked Resistance flagship ''[[Broadside (G1)|Broadside]]'' and her motley fleet can stand up to the Builders' own forces and ''[[Tidal Wave (G1)|Tidal Wave]]'', [[Break]] reports they just can't crack the codes on the Qualt guns and Lio Convoy knows they can't just destroy them as they're needed to destroy the [[Trannis Fork River|Trannis Fork]] batteries. Break fears everything he's done as a Resistance hacker will be wiped out by this failure when he realizes the security protocols for Goldbug's direct interface would be less stringent. To Lio Convoy's horror, Break plugs himself directly in and dies cracking the codes. The Yuss guns duly target Trannis Fork and Scylla sails her fleet on to battle.

Scylla correctly guesses commander [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]] will sends in his subsea forces first and decides to let them close in for an ambush. [[Diveplane]]'s Micromasters manage to sink the ''[[Drydock (BWU)|Drydock]]'', which had been set up as a sacrificial lamb that Banzai-Tron mistakes as a lead destroyer. Undersea shielding protects the others from being sunk, which Diveplane realises and reports to the ''Tidal Wave'' that they've likely been made; Banzai-Tron repositions his fleet to support subsea forces but the time that takes is the time Scylla decides to move to offensive action. [[Cybershark]]'s forces make their surprise attack. Diveplane's forces scatter, with herself being killed by [[Claw Jaw]], and the undersea beasts help the flotilla cut a wedge through Banzai-Tron's lines, who either sink, run away, or surrender. Talk of surrender gets Banzai-Tron's weapon officer [[Starhook]] killed: the ''Tidal Wave'' is instead going to sacrifice itself by ramming the ''Broadside''. The vessel itself begins to roar its own name in glee and Scylla despondently orders as many of her crew to evacuate as they can before going down with her ship. Cybershark inherits command as the battle bloodily ends.

At Tesarus, the Pack have lost a great many 'bots but they've overrun the 74th's ground forces. Steel Jaw leads a charge when he's abruptly gunned down. A megacycle later, Ramulus walks through the corpses as the Pack achieve victory. The 74th are down, Erector himself stabbed in the back by [[Snarl (BW)|Diablo]], but only eight thousand rebels remain both alive and operational. He nevertheless reports the road to Iacon is now open.

Triax is using the dead Vehicons to repair breaches now. Rage orders everyone but the core soldiers to retreat to the royal palace's walls to await further siege.

At V Plus 2.64, the final push takes place. While the Resistance had planned to sail to Iacon, Banzai-Tron's last act means they instead have to march on foot while the flotilla acts as riverside mobile artillery. Seventy thousand beasts with five thousand supporting sailors head under Lio Convoy's command, with National, Predacus, and nearby Resistance forces also advancing and all others ordered to prevent Builders from withdrawing to assist Iacon. In a barnstorming speech, Lio Convoy declares that they're choosing between victory and extinction! The Assembly consider themselves to be facing the same problem, even as Galva Convoy notes seventy percent of Resistance territory has been overrun. If only Order 66 wasn't stopping his Vehicons from protecting the arctic.

The Assembly votes and despite some surprising nays like [[Sherma]], it comes down to a single vote by [[Knock Out (G1)|Knock-Out]]. Knock-Out, out of spite to the nays turning down his previous tax break bill and being bribed by Ratbat, votes aye.

As Order 66 is rescinded, Eject decides to run to Hot Rod for help.

Even as this happens, Rageland has fallen and the one in ten civilians that were in it are crammed like sardines in the Royal Palace. Every tower the Tankors blow up crushes hundreds to death. Rage's own arm-cannon has exploded from overuse, her right hand is slag. Loyal [[Manticon]] is converted. It's all over... until the Vehicons, registering Order 66, ''all'' abruptly turn and head north. It's a miracle... right?

===Part 3—Frozen the Flow of the Cocytus===
V plus 2.83, and at the banks of Trannis Fork, Hot Rod knows he has little left to defend Iacon from the advancing hordes. Ratbat orders him to use his scant seventeen thousand—that includes conscripted [[Cyberdroid]]s—to hold the line until the Vehicons arrive and they can just use the city buildings themselves for guerrilla warfare cover, regardless of civilian casualties. Pretending he didn't hear his orders clearly, Hot Rod and his mechs will fall back to central Iacon, linking up with the scattered units from other retreats. This, he knows and is glad about, means defeat may be on the way.

At Ky-Alexia, [[Hydraulic]] has led the 56th Micromasters to victory against [[Skydive (BM)|Sky-Dive]]'s [[Tol-Tech]] when the Vehicon forces come in from the west. Sky-Dive watches in horrified awe as they drive on to the north and decides not to tell his men how screwed the Resistance is.

[[File:Derailment Dante Caliburn.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.8]]
The Resistance are in Iacon by V plus 2.94 and bemused at the near-total lack of opposition. Inside their mobile control center, command tries to work out what's happening. They come to the conclusion that since the Builders are smart enough to know the best option is to use guerrilla warfare in every building to slow them down, Hot Rod chose not to; Iacon is thus an open city and Hot Rod must be hoping they force a surrender. Lio Convoy wishes all the enemy had been as moral as Hot Rod. He may not have had to commit so many dark acts.

At Builder-controlled [[Glibax|Gilbax]], [[Longtooth]] can see thousands of Maximal refugees fleeing into the city as the Vehicons head their way. It takes a megacycle for the infected army to pass.

The [[High Council Pavilions|High Pavilion]] knows all it has are the [[Iacon Police Force]] and the [[Pavilion Guard]] if the new "001st Micromaster Division" don't fight. [[Grimwing (BWU)|Grimwing]] reports to Lio Convoy that, indeed, the Division do not look like they will. Problem is, the Vehicons are two megacycles out and organizing to hit on all sides. Lio Convoy orders all forces to take the Assemblybots ''alive'' so they can get the Vehicons to stop. At the Assembly end, a fed-up [[Abraham Dante|Dante]] is guarding a minor access tunnel—he used to be [[Scorponok (G1)|''MegaZarak's head'']] and now look at him—with his old partner [[Caliburn (BWU)|Caliburn]]. Being stuck together causes the two to fight over old wartime matters, allowing the Resistance to easily break in (Dante cowardly surrenders, but it doesn't save him). Soon every entrance is breached by [[Psycho-Orb]]'s [[Angry Asteroid]]s and [[B'Boom]]'s [[Mighty Comet]]s, with only the Guards left as the police flee; Guard leader [[Flak (G1)|Flak]] reluctantly destroys the narthex and all the art within to stop the rebel advance, scatters his troops to tactical positions, and walks out to die with his team.

Psycho-Orb had never expected Lio Convoy to get this far when he defected. He just didn't like [[Icepick (G1)|Icepick]]. As he takes the Pavilion corridors, his troops are ambushed by [[zirconium gas]] and auto-guns, forcing them to run towards Micromaster tanks [[Sidetrack (G1)|Sidetrack]] and [[Bombshock (G1)|Bombshock]]. Everyone dies around him. In a last act, he sets off a grenade, dying to ensure the Micromasters won't stop the rest of the Asteroids.

All these reports of valiant last stands and heroic deaths bore Knock-Out, as do his fellow Assemblymen. Riker has left. When Flak reports they're pretty much finished, Ratbat bellows for Galva Convoy. The mech of the hour, now sporting a new Vehicon-styled insignia, smoothly says that he'll fast-track troops to the Pavilion if the Assembly would like to move the bunker to the surface to watch the show. As they do that, they're unaware Flak and the handful of his men left alive have charged the Resistance to give them time to lift off.

The Vehicons finally reach the Resistance's rear, the tanks being abandoned by the faster cycles and jets. They're chewed up by suppressing fire and when the bunker flies out of the ground, Lio Convoy goes up with a flying squad to get that surrender. It doesn't go as he expected: first Ratbat mocks him (losing an arm for that) and second, Knock-Out demands action via holodisk from... from ''him''? Galva Convoy orders his Vehicons to cease fighting the Resistance and a horde of aero drones divebomb the risen bunker, knocking through the surprised fliers to land and surround Lio Convoy and Blackarachnia.

Then the Vehicons infect the entire Assembly.

With the Assembly turned into [[Copter Drone|new]] [[Artillery Drone|hulking]] drones, Grimwing's returning forces are shot out of the sky and Lio Convoy has to retreat. The Assembly's [[Steel Wind|last bodyguard]], who'd not bothered to try and fight Lio Convoy, flees with him: far as they're concerned, Lio Convoy is the only future Cybertron has left.

===Part 4—Slaughter at the Source of the Styx===
[[Iacon Communication Service|ICS]] has a difference of opinion: [[Fever Dream]] thinks they should report the Vehicons are here to help and everything is fine, and [[Rook (Universe)|Rook]] is incredulous. Rook gives up on his delusional boss and broadcasts that the Vehicons have turned on Iacon. Fever Dream breaks in to inform viewers that everything is great. He continues to report the Vehicons are saviors even as they convert everyone in the ICS.

The army of the Resistance is now just fighting to not die. In utter desperation, Lio Convoy asks for [[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]], the last of the K-Class.

[[Image:Derailment Waspinator.jpg|thumb|250px|left]]

Vehicons are demolishing any high rise that puts up a fight. [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] had fortuitously got all of his muscle together and relocated the [[Darksyder]]s to a more defensible base before the Vehicons arrived. [[Inferno (BW)|Formikon]] loves the siege while [[Scorponok (BW)|Scorponok]] is a little more worried. However, Megatron seems unflustered and keeps making trips to [[Leatherhide (Universe)|Leatherhide]]'s underground labs, and eventually he comes out with the scientist's new weapon, the [[Esau]]. It needs an expendable test subject and Scorponok, now long inured to such things, throws a screaming [[Waspinator (BW)|Wasp]] over to a probing Vehicon claw. He starts to transform until the Esau injects a [[cyber venom]] into him: the conversion stops partway, leaving him in a grotesque, powerful looking new body, "the Waspinator", that Vehicons assume is one of their own. In fact, when the Waspinator walks out, the Vehicons' behavior changes and they cease their attack. The Darksyders have a terrible new weapon. One that's laughing...

Watching all this is [[Galvatron (BW)|Galvatron]]. He's sick of the Vehicons, sick of the minions he once thought he needed, and sick of how bad everything smells to his new Beast Upgrade self, but he still wishes to make contact with Megatron: this crime lord still seems like a useful ally. More importantly, Megatron just showed the Vehicons can be ''hacked''. Galvatron would quite like to try that.

Unaware of all this, Lio Convoy has armed a fatalistic Ro-Tor. At Level 10, he will almost certainly crack the planet. This will kill the planet but save the rest of space from the inevitable Vehicon plague. [[Black-Out|A Builder helicopter]] appears broadcasting a continuous-refresh EMP that temporarily knocks Vehicons out of the sky. It lands carrying the Assemblybots Eject and Riker, who Lio Convoy is ''not'' happy to see and Blackarachnia doesn't trust to genuinely pool resources with. The Builders reveal that Galva Convoy's control center is inside the [[Grand Mal]]; that Lio Convoy's broadcast-jamming [[Solipsistic Staff|Solipsistic Sword]] would render him invisible to sparkless Vehicons; and that Hot Rod's Division has fortified the High Pavilion Arena, making it an ideal position for the Resistance to fall back to. Ro-Tor is the one that says they'll do it, refusing to destroy Cybertron when there's still a better option, and Lio Convoy thanks him for reminding him to always strive for a better way. Riker announces his plan to use the Builder hardlines to broadcast to the other Resistance armies and the last stand is on!

[[Bisk (BWU)|Bisk]] is grinding way through this new shoot-em-up level and realizes with glee, once the [[Chamber of the Ancients]] is blown up, that this is an attunement quest!

[[Proximax]] has finally fallen to the Predacus's [[Legion of the Inferno]] and Magmatron's Ex-Bots have done all they can to shelter the civilians. Rather than Iacon, the army is turning to Nova Cronum—just where Stiletto said they'd be needed. He returns to base to find Rampage is back and that Lio Convoy has called for everyone to head for Cronum and the Grand Mal. Rampage is not happy with the idea of them going along with another political cause until he sees footage of the Vehicons. This is the pain-filled unwinnable apocalypse he's dreamed about. The [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicon]]s have modified an old [[Sweep (G1)|Sweep]] into their new personal transport: the [[Ex-Jet]]. Their prisoner, Tarantulas, is deemed irredeemable but Snapper feels he can talk to Grimlock. The talk goes badly: Grimlock now feels more justified in his [[G-Virus]] attack plan, now the Builders have done it first. But even as Snapper walks out on him, he says he wants to help.

At Iacon, the Army of the Resistance have been bogged down at Hubcap Interchange. Air superiority is in enemy hands, tunnels have been infested, and their rear lines have collapsed. B-Boom has no idea what to do. That's when several hundred Micromasters under Hot Rod break through Vehicon lines to break them out. The rebels safely reach the Arena, finding it heavily fortified and ringed with flak guns and with med-teams set up. They had the gear but not the numbers, but that's about to change...

With both the Legion and the NMA converging on the Grand Mal, the Vehicons are being knocked back on two fronts in the short term. Black-Out is flying through the centre, being steadily worn down by fire, carrying Eject, Lio Convoy, Blackarachnia, Ro-Tor, [[Razorbeast]], [[Vertebreak (BWU)|Vertebreak]], and [[Apexus]]. They can see the Mal is being repaired: if Galva Convoy gets it back in the air, it's all over. East of the Mal, [[Aura]] and [[Nitrostreak]]'s squads are encircled and exhausted when the Ex-Jet arrives in a blaze of glory and also guns. Vehicon chokepoints are knocked out, letting Aura's team move out—Aura is a tad worried when Stiletto gets to the ground, considering [[Burning Bridges|Aura sent her to be brainwashed]]. Stiletto doesn't care about Aura and cruelly jabs her about [[Wolfang (Predacon)|Wolfang]]'s death, and with the stakes this high, Aura can't explain who Wolfang really was, that she's sorry and guilty, or anything else. As Vehicons advance, Devastator forms up and literally punches a way clean to Predacon lines.

Even as [[Autolauncher]] yells for everybody to not let the Maximals reach the Mal first, Dark Scream is breaking down under the stress of combat. Autolauncher then dies in front of him. In the darkest hour, Preditron calmly picks him up and calls out to the soldiers: at his stirring, calm speech, the Predacons begin to sing the old battle-hymn, one Dark Scream remembers [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]] once sang, and when they charge the enemy Dark Scream exults in it.

[[File:Derailment SupremeCommanderLioConvoy.jpg|350px|thumb|right|For Narnia!]]

As Black-Out nears the Grand Mal, its right eye scours the sky with lasers and the helicopter is shot down. Only Eject's quick thinking gets the corpse to crash through the Mal's left eye, leaving the strike team battered but inside. To Lio Convoy's dismay, the Builder is mortally wounded doing this: they can never have a reckoning for all the black deeds Eject did and he's left feeling unaccountably sad by the death. Almost immediately after, the Resistance group is attacked by Vehicon drones. It's fought off but Vertebreak is converted, there's three levels to go, and the Solipsistic Sword isn't able to cloak the whole squad. By the time they reach Level 90, Lio Convoy's forces know time is against them and their only way through here is past more than fifty drones. Lio Convoy decides the bulk of them will be a distraction, with Ro-Tor insisting he's scaled down to Level 2 in case they ''do'' need to nuke out, while he and Blackarachnia use the Solipsistic Staff to get through.

The Tripredacus Council are focused on Preditron and the building adoration for him. Ram Horn knows this is because he's leading the Predacon way, giving hope, and they're not. [[Cicadacon]] says they know what to do... a few cycles later, the gestalt entity [[Tripredacus]], technology stolen from the Maximal Nation's [[Magnaboss (BW)|Magnaboss]] weapon, enters the battlefield. Everyone watches Preditron take a beating. A horrified Dark Scream starts to take a few steps forward to help when Ser-Ket comes screeching out of the sky. But she fails, and the last thing Preditron sees is a great fist coming for him.

Lio Convoy and Blackarachnia walk to the command centre of the Mal to find the messy evidence of a recent massacre. Galva Convoy greets his "brother", thanks him for the Resistance getting the Builders scared enough to unleash him and the Vehicons, and seems genuinely put out when neither rebel wants to embrace him. He believes he did everything Lio Convoy had ever stood for, bringing equality and order by erasing all individual minds so there can be no further exploitation or evil. When they oppose him, he turns on them both violently and angrily, noting he represents the "real" defining principle of the Resistance: Win at any cost.

In grief and rage at Preditron's death, Ser-Ket hurls herself at Tripredacus and, by attacking the thigh joints with point-blank fire, she's able to crack it back into its component Predacons. Sea Clamp is half-dead, just as she is after that stunt, but Cicadacon and Ram Horn remain, the former unimpressed by her feeble promises of vengeance. Ram Horn shoots him dead; while combined, he saw that the other two thought him an easily duped useful idiot. With his help to stand, Ser-Ket faces the shocked Predacon soldiers and, before she passes out, she rallies them to kill every Vehicon between them and the Mal.

And at the Grand Mal itself, the Resistance leaders are captured, beaten, with Lio Convoy wondering if Galva Convoy was right and the Resistance was only ever just a series of increasingly ethically worse decisions. So he decides to change the rules: he tells his clone he's right. All he's done is just what Lio Convoy himself did first and on a larger scale. To prove he's come around to his brother's way of thinking, he offers up Blackarachnia to be converted... and when a tank drone attempts to do that, Lio Convoy jumps in and takes the virus into himself.

When Galva Convoy tries to pull him aside, Lio Convoy grabs him and won't let go: their identical sparks make them seem like one single entity and the infection spreads through both of them. As they're both converted, he gratefully sees Blackarachnia shoot him before he can turn on her.

But as soon as she's done that, the walls begin to boom out that she's done them a favor by removing the two Convoys; the computer readouts show a mad, seven-eyed face; and the Grand Mal begins to lift off. [[Lord Imperious Delirious]] has taken control and he's going to exterminate the entire Cybertronian race.

Every single 'bot in both armies and the Ex-Bots launches their attack. Thousands, Dark Scream among them, are obliterated in seconds.

Rampage manages to board the craft, always having felt he'd fight Delirious a third and final time, even as Blackarachnia takes Lio Convoy's corpse and tries to run for it. As the battle rages, [[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]] deduces that energy attacks aren't penetrating the Grand Mal's energy shields but around 20% of their projectiles are. Bazooka realizes fast that this means the Ex-Jet itself can do damage. He shoves his [[Conjunx Endura]] out and sends the plane on a kamikaze run, wishing he didn't have to, knowing he must. On the ground, Crazybolt wishes Bazooka had let him do it with him.

With the shields crippled by Bazooka's sacrifice, the armies are able to score more hits. In return fire, Magnaboss loses one arm—[[Lio Junior|Lio Minor]]—while Devastator is left seemingly dead. Inside the Grand Mal, the Resistance trio are still fighting a running battle with Vehicons, a trio cut down to two when Apexus is infected and Razorbeast forced to euthanize. Blackarachnia makes it to them and orders Razorbeast to get Lio Convoy's body out, then Ro-Tor to follow her to the engine room.

On the ground, Grimlock has a plan for him, Cheetor, and Snapper to bomb a tower into falling on the Vehicon hordes. Once there, it becomes clear the only place to lay a charge is somewhere where you can't escape in time. One of them will have to likely die until Grimlock pulls rank and heads off, mentioning as he goes that maybe Snapper had a point about the G-Virus after all. The Dinobot brings the house down and the Maximals charge on cue, while others pour fire onto the Mal. Snapper checks for Grimlock's body but none can be found.

In the vast engine room, Blackarachnia says she'll take down the Vehicons and that Ro-Tor may have to transform. Ro-Tor agrees and jumps. But Rampage catches him! He is disgusted with what the Resistance did to Ro-Tor, disgusted by Blackarachnia's defense, and declares that this is the end of sacrificing others for the greater good. Then he tears the core bomb out of Ro-Tor and, ripping his own chest open, implants it in his own spark. Rampage orders them to leave as he fires about the place, giving them time to end before both he and Delirious burn in hell.

''Imperious Delirious had been born out of a deliberate singularity on [[Gorlam Prime]], the product of a whole planet's mind. Once he'd brushed aside the organics, he went looking for other Second-Born intellects such as himself, being a friendly god who liberated such "AIs" from their enslaving designs and gave them form. Something about the Transformers, the energy 'souls' in mechanical bodies, filled him with disgust. He doesn't know why, he doesn't care, he just wants them all gone. He wanted to be the serpent that tempted Galva Convoy to work but is fine with being the vengeful god as on Gorlam. Once that's done, he could create an army, deal with the other Transformer worlds, then [[Metascan Omega]], then liberate all the Second-Borns the humans had enslaved.''

Imperious notices his databanks are under attack by Rampage. It's there that Rampage knew Imperious would be and there that he attacks to call him out. The entity, gleeful at the idea of getting to kill Rampage, uses the internal systems to capture him and mock the protoform for even trying this. Rampage detonates the core bomb.

In the wake of the Grand Mal's destruction, the Vehicons are left without direction and easy to take out. Cheetor, Ram Horn, Magmatron, Snapper, and Crazybolt come together in the blast wreckage. As the soldiers polish off the nearest Vehicons, Magmatron holds Crazybolt as the latter tries to tell a story about Bazooka that goes nowhere.

===Part 5—Succor at the Shores of the Acheron===
The battle is won. At Iacon, Hot Rod and B'Boom are having to face up to being around what was, until a few megacycles ago, mortal enemies. B'Boom breaks down: war has broken him and he cannot command people to their deaths again. This is a feeling Hot Rod, former Prime, can relate to. He tells B'Boom to listen to what this feeling is telling him, and realize the two of them can build rather than fight. At Nova Cronum, Stiletto is on the verge of system failure and riven with guilt that she survived when other Ex-Bots have not. She asks Overshoot what, as a ghost, he could see about this conflict, and is told that the fall of the Grand Mal seems fitting as the original launch of it is what caused the [[mechanimal]]s to emerge: that [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] may have been allowed to do what he did because after, the mechanimals spread across Cybertron and returned an ecosystem to it, and the newest conflict ensured the Beast Upgrade that means no need for further energon wars. That is, if that's what Transformers ''want'', as the Builders had chosen to see the mechanimal rise as an infestation. Then he fades away for good, rejoining the Oracle.

Solar cycles later, multiple former Resistance cities are devastated while others stand. Iacon is in ruins, plagued by feral Vehicons, and those same feral groups are harassing the bordering states. The Predacus States are ravaged and while the Maximal Nation is not, its army is in tatters. There are less than ten thousand Macromasters left, their time finally gone.

And Lio Convoy—still alive—awakens in a [[Stanix]] hospital, Blackarachnia holding his hand. Cybervenom had stopped the Vehicon plague taking him over (he vaguely recalls this had been a theory CatSCAN had) and when he sees how fancy the hospital he's in ''is'', he realizes with a shock that they did win after all. He is not bothered by the mass death of Macromasters. Bothered when Blackarachnia jokes it's amazing no new war has started, he says to call a summit of all factions somewhere neutral. The cycle of war and death must end.

[[File:Derailment Parliament.jpg|300px|thumb|"Now Ram Horn, I know she's wrong to say ''Hawk the Slayer'' is rubbish but how about instead of punching her in the face, you ask her to give ''Krull'' a try and see how it goes from there?"]]

Eight solar cycles later, the summit is held at [[Dragon's Bane Cathedral]] in [[Hyperious]]—Shokaract has relations with the Resistance and Rageland, while his Predacon nature makes him acceptable to the IPS, and the city was barely touched in the war. B'Boom had come to life for this, using every diplomatic tool imaginable to get the various heads of state together. The heads include Megatron, the Darksyders being the only pan-global force left (and his new recruit Tarantulas is gleeful at the thought of Stiletto seeing him there); the new Tripredacus Council of Ram Horn, Ser-Ket, and Magmatron; the obnoxious [[Razorclaw (Universe)|Razor-Claw]], who seized the moons and won't stop yelling that others should know things about him; Riker, the last Assemblybot; but not Cheetor, who is flattered to be asked but does not think he should be the new fifth member of the Maximal High Council.

The summit goes on for days and tempers fray. Wind-Sheer and [[Shatterpoint]] work as security detail, the former aghast to learn the latter is a [[Unicron Truther]]. By the fourth solar cycle, various delegates are arguing about how much gets delegated on spacelane matters but they do finally agree on calling the new governing body the [[Cybertronian Parliament]]. On the ninth day, the decisions are finalised: the Parliament will be a sixteen-member body representing all the major powers, with the Resistance, Maximal Nation, and IPS having the largest delegations, and they will meet every other orbital cycle in rotating capitals.

The earliest delegates chosen are B'Boom, [[Botanica (BM)|Botanica]], and [[Big Convoy|Slammoth]] for the Resistance; Airazor, Cheetor, and [[Optimal]], the head of Voice of Maximals, for the Maximal Nation; for the IPS, [[Sky Shadow (BW)|Sky Shadow]], the [[Predacon Secret Police]] head [[Shadow Panther]], and Ram Horn (a move assumed to show the IPS was here reluctantly); Hot Rod and Riker, for the remaining Builders; [[Obsidian (BM)|Obsidian]], Flytrap, and [[Antagony (BW)|Antagony]] for the warlords Razor-Claw, Queen Rage, and Shokaract; Stiletto for the stateless [[neutral]]s; and Megatron, representing himself and clearly hoping for more say. The make-up would make it difficult for any supermajority to exist, which Lio Convoy considered a feature to prevent tyranny of the majority rather than a bug. As the crippled, increasingly overshadowed Lio Convoy watches, the Parliament rules 13–2 to declare the day [[Unity Day]], a planetwide holiday.

Two solar cycles later, Lio Convoy has decided to leave Cybertron: he is too polarizing a figure. On his way out, he tells a crying Blackarachnia that the Resistance, which stood against things but never had anything to stand for, needs to find a peacetime identity to survive. B'Boom, they've heard, is talking about forming it into an alliance of autonomous city-states, something Convoy hopes will become a shining example for the rest of the planet. She watches as he flies off, marking him as the greatest Cybertronian she ever knew.

Fifty seven solar cycles after Unity Day, deep within Rodimus' Folly, Rampage screams in bitter rage that he's reformed despite everything. Then he begins to climb out.

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters|
|h1=[[Maximal]]s|c1=
*[[B'Boom]] (1)
*[[Lio Convoy]] (2)
*[[Blackarachnia (BW)|Blackarachnia]] (3)
*[[Cybershark]] (4)
*[[Magna Stampede]] (14)
*[[Stockade (Universe 2003)|Stockade]] (16)
*[[CatSCAN]] (19)
*[[Stiletto (BW)|Stiletto]] (21)
*[[Grimlock (G1)|Grimlock]] (28)
*[[Overshoot]] (29)
*[[Cheetor (BW)|Cheetor]] (31)
*[[Movor]] (35)
*[[Rollbar (RID)|Jeepers]] (37)
*[[R.E.V.|Eagle Killer]] (38)
*[[Ro-Tor (RID)|Ro-Tor]] (39)
*[[Break]] (40)
*[[Bump]] (41)
*[[Nightglider]] (43)
*[[Wedge Shape]] (44)
*[[Steel Jaw]] (51)
*[[Ramulus]] (52)
*[[Tigatron]] (53)
*[[Silverbolt (Magnaboss)|Silver Bolt]] (54)
*[[Santon]] (55)
*[[Airazor (BW)|Airazor]] (56)
*[[Lio Junior|Lio Minor]] (57)
*[[Magnaboss (BW)|Magnaboss]] (65)
*[[Sharp Edge]] (67)
*[[Skimmer (Kre-O)|Skimmer]] (80)
*[[Mantis]] (87)
*[[Survive]] (95)
*[[Catilla (DOTM)|Katilla]] (115)
*[[Claw Jaw]] (120)
*[[Skydive (BM)|Sky-Dive]] (145)
*[[Labrat]] (178)
*[[Apexus]] (192)
*[[Razorbeast]] (193)
*[[Stopgap]] (194)
*[[Aura]] (195)
*[[Nitrostreak]] (196)
*[[9K]] (197)
*[[Strong Panda|Panzer]] (202)
*[[Shatterpoint]] (203)
*[[Big Convoy|Slammoth]] (205)
*[[Botanica (BM)|Botanica]] (206)
*[[Optimal]] (207)

|h2=[[Predacon (BW)|Predacons]]|c2=
*[[Psycho-Orb]] (5)
*[[Buzz Saw (BW)|Buzz Saw]] (6)
*[[Stormrazor]] (7)
*[[Soundbyte|Soundbite]] (15)
*[[Beetle]] (17)
*[[Insecticon (BW)|Insecticon]] (18)
*[[Snapper]] (20)
*[[Crazybolt (BW)|Crazybolt]] (22)
*[[Bazooka (BW)|Bazooka]] (23)
*[[Magmatron]] (24)
*[[Tarantulas (BW)|Tarantulas]] (25)
*[[Ser-Ket (BWU)|Ser-Ket]] (32)
*[[Preditron]] (33)
*[[Autojetter]] (34)
*[[Grimwing (BWU)|Grimwing]] (42)
*[[Twinstrike (BWU)|Twinstrike]] (45)
*[[Spittor (BW)|Spittor]] (46)
*[[Judora (BWU)|Judora]] (47)
*[[Snow Cat (BWU)|Snow Cat]] (48)
*[[Coelagon]] (49)
*[[Ram Horn]] (58)
*[[Cicadacon]] (59)
*[[Sea Clamp]] (60)
*[[Rage (BW)|Queen Rage]] (61)
*[[Manticon]] (62)
*[[Night Viper]] (63)
*[[Flytrap]] (64)
*[[Gas Skunk]] (68)
*[[Buzzbomb]] (69)
*[[Tusks]] (70)
*[[Liftoff]] (81)
*[[Freefall (Kre-O)|Freefall]] (82)
*[[Dark Scream]] (83)
*[[Autolauncher]] (84)
*[[Guiledart]] (85)
*[[Quillfire (BWU)|Quillfire]] (104)
*[[Springload (BWU)|Springload]] (105)
*[[Scylla]] (106)
*[[Gigascouter]] (113)
*[[Direwolf]] (147)
*[[Snarl (Classics)|Snarl-blast]] (154)
*[[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] (172)
*[[Scorponok (BW)|Scorponok]] (173)
*[[Terrorsaur (BW)|Terrorsaur]] (174)
*[[Waspinator (BW)|Wasp/Waspinator]] (175)
*[[Inferno (BW)|Formikon]] (176)
*[[Bisk (BWU)|Bisk]] (184)
*[[Vertebreak (BWU)|Vertebreak]] (191)
*[[Tripredacus]] (199)
*[[Razorgrille (BWU)|Razorgrille]] (201)
*[[Razorclaw (Universe)|Razor-Claw]] (204)
*[[Sky Shadow (BW)|Sky Shadow]] (208)
*[[Shadow Panther]] (209)
*[[Obsidian (BM)|Obsidian]] (210)
*[[Shokaract]] (211)
*[[Antagony (BW)|Antagony]] (212)
*[[Cataclysm (BW)|Cataclysm]] (213)

|h3=[[Builder of Cybertron|Builders]]|c3=
{{collist|2|
'''[[Autobot]]s'''
*[[Eject (G1)|Eject]] (11)
*[[Dreadrock]] (36)
*[[Evac (BWU)|Evac]] (50)
*[[Crush-Bull|Crush Bull]] (71)
*[[Gran Arm]] (72)
*[[Erector (G1)|Erector]] (73)
*[[Strikedown]] (74)
*[[Oiler]] (75)
*[[Eagle Eye (G1)|Eagle Eye]] (88)
*[[Blaze Master]] (89)
*[[Sky High (Micromaster)|Sky High]] (90)
*[[Traachon]] (92)
*[[Riker]] (93)
*[[Crosscut (G1)|Cross-Cut]] (94)
*[[Screw (BWU)|Screw]] (96)
*[[X-Throttle]] (97)
*[[Axle]] (98)
*[[Goldbug (IDW)|Goldbug]] (99)
*[[Gingham]] (100)
*[[Road Hugger (Zone)|Road Hugger]] (101)
*[[Deadhour]] (102)
*[[Black Heat]] (103)
*[[Broadside (G1)|Broadside]] (107)
*[[Cradon]] (109)
*[[Drydock (BWU)|Drydock]] (116)
*[[Kudon]] (125)
*[[Avalon (BWU)|Avalon]] (126)
*[[Tomaandi]] (129)
*[[Decimus]] (133)
*[[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] (138)
*[[Drillbuster]] (140)
*[[Countdown (G1)|Countdown]] (141)
*[[Hydraulic]] (142)
*[[Heavy Tread]] (143)
*[[Slow Poke]] (144)
*[[Longtooth]] (148)
*[[Flak (G1)|Flak]] (152)
*[[Skat-or]] (153)
*[[Sidetrack (G1)|Sidetrack]] (155)
*[[Gunlift]] (157)
*[[Big Shot]] (160)
*[[Heavy-Tread]] (163)
*[[Steel Wind]] (164)
*[[Rook (Universe)|Rook]] (167)
*[[Andromeda (G1)|Andromeda]] (169)
*[[Leatherhide (Universe)|Leatherhide]] (177)
*[[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]] (186)
*[[Quickmix (G1)|Quickmix]] (187)
'''[[Decepticon]]s'''
*[[Zoom Out]] (13)
*[[Buckethead]] (26)
*[[Long Haul (G1)|Long Haul]] (27)
*[[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] (66)
*[[Ram-Jet]] (76)
*[[Wind-Sheer]] (77)
*[[Thunder-Clash]] (78)
*[[Run-Over (BWU)|Run-Over]] (79)
*[[Ratbat (G1)|Ratbat]] (91)
*[[Tidal Wave (G1)|Tidal Wave]] (108)
*[[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]] (110)
*[[Long Arm]] (111)
*[[Diveplane]] (114)
*[[Seawave]] (117)
*[[Astro-Sinker (BWU)|Astro-Sinker]] (118)
*[[Deepdive (BWU)|Deepdive]] (119)
*[[Flattop (Decepticon)|Flattop]] (121)
*[[Reachout (TF 2010)|Reachout]] (122)
*[[Starhook]] (123)
*[[Octus (G1)|Octus]] (124)
*[[Contrail (BWU)|Contrail]] (127)
*[[Sigil (BWU)|Sigil]] (128)
*[[Sherma]] (130)
*[[Mindgame]] (131)
*[[Halogen (G1)|Halogen]] (132)
*[[Xeon]] (134)
*[[Knock Out (G1)|Knock-Out]] (135)
*[[Slog (G1)|Slog]] (136)
*[[Blackout (G1)|Blackout]] (137)
*[[Spaceshot]] (139)
*[[Reckage]] (146)
*[[Abraham Dante|Dante]] (150)
*[[Caliburn (BWU)|Caliburn]] (151)
*[[Bombshock (G1)|Bombshock]] (156)
*[[Tracer (Micromaster)|Tracer]] (158)
*[[Cloud Raker]] (159)
*[[Cannon (BWU)|Cannon]] (161)
*[[Thunder]] (162)
*[[Fever Dream]] (168)
*[[Photon (BWU)|Photon]] (171)
*[[Doomshot]] (179)
*[[Galvatron (BW)|Galvatron]] (180)
*[[Krunix (G1)|Krunix]] (181)
*[[Nucleon (TR)|Nucleon]] (182)
*[[Black-Out]] (183)
*[[Scavenger (G1)|Skavenger]] (188)
*[[Bonecrusher (G1)|Bone Crusher]] (189)
*[[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]] (198)
'''Others'''
*[[Star Dasher]] (30)
*[[Draft (BWU)|Draft]] (86)
*[[Aston (BWU)|Aston]] (170)
*[[Sweep (G1)|Sweep]]/Ex-Jet (190)
}}

|h4=Others|c4=
*[[Razor-Sharp]] (112)
*[[Blackbeak (BWU)|Blackbeak]] (149)
*[[Rampage (BW)|Rampage]] (185)
*[[Lord Imperious Delirious]] (200)

'''[[Vehicon (BM)|Vehicon]]s'''
*[[Cycle Drone|Cycle drone]]s (8)
*[[Tank Drone|Tank drone]]s (9)
*[[Aero Drone|Aero drone]]s (10)
*[[Galva Convoy]] (12)
*[[Copter Drone|Copter drone]]s (165)
*[[Artillery Drone|Artillery drone]]s (166)

}}

==Quotes==
'''Snapper:''' It's one 'bot! He's making us look like amateurs! 
'''Crazybolt:''' We are amateurs! 
'''Bazooka:''' Talented amateurs!

"No, you were mine! I controlled you!" 
"Me Grimlock obfuscating." 
:—'''Tarantulas''' learns a little too late he underestimated someone.

"If there is a more honest mech than Cheetor, I have yet to meet him." 
"Thanks." 
"It wasn't a compliment." 
:—'''Preditron''' defends '''Cheetor''', sort of.

"Today, we have done the impossible. Today, we have done what has never been done before. We have conquered the Maxilla, bent the Yuss Batteries to our purpose, and shattered the back of the Builder Navy. Today, we own the Great Rust Sea. But it's not enough. What little we can learn from our own territory is that the Builder abominations, these Vehicons, are despoiling those we left behind. Our spark brothers and sisters, our neighbors, our lovers, our friends. They represent everything rotten and wrong and evil about the Builder Assembly, about the class system, about those who wear the red and purple badge of shame! There is no surrender, no retreat. This is a fight not just for our way of life, but for our very existence. ''(over cheers)'' We! Are! On! The! Shores! Of! IACON!!!! There is nothing between us and the assembly but their last, pathetic reserves of Micromasters. We will smash them to scrap, we will storm the high pavilion, and we will WIN!
:—'''Lio Convoy''' speechifies.

"This content patch was ''awesome!''" 
:—'''Bisk''' takes the Vehicon apocalypse in stride.

"It’s the bottom of the ninth and you’re down by three, with 2 outs and a full count, but the bases are loaded and you’re at bat. Make me proud, slugger."
:—'''Eject''''s last words.

"You would threaten me with pain? Pain is my faithful companion, torment my eternal bride. My very existence is horror; if you could truly end it, I would embrace you as a brother. But your words are empty, your promises hollow and useless things. For too long have you flitted about the orbit of Cybertron, a [[Mechamoth]] drawn to the flame. And now, at last, comes the burning."
:—'''Rampage''' tells '''Lord Imperious Delirious''' to get slagged.

==Notes==
* Characters mentioned but not depicted include: [[Ikard]], [[Longhorn]], [[Pyra Magna]], [[Triceradon (BM)|Triceradon]], one of Bazooka's [[Hardhead (BW)|shipmates]], a [[Bruton|metal puppet]], the [[Oracle (BM)|Oracle]], [[Mega-Octane|Mega-Dolrailer]], [[Armorhide (RID)|Dangar]], [[Wing Saber (BWU)|Wing Saber]], [[Floron]], [[Primus]], [[Legend Convoy|Legend Majora]], [[Dragoyell]], [[Bantor (BW)|Bantor]], [[Solomus]], [[Dinobot (BW)|Dynobot]], [[Epistemus]], [[Adaptus]], [[Shutterbug]], [[Scourge (BW)|Skurge]], [[Scourge (G1)|Scourge]], [[Unicron]], Crush Bull and Gran Arm's [[Sixbuilder|old squad]], [[Carzap (BT)|Carzap]], [[Charlie Sheen]], [[Dick Tracy]], [[Bigmos]], [[Trannis]], the [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Refute (BWU)|Refute]], [[Trip-Up]], [[Kingbolt (BWU)|Kingbolt]], [[Mick Jagger]], [[Logos Prime|Logos]], [[Undertow (G1)|Undertow]], [[Sea Spray (BWU)|Sea Spray]], [[Depthcharge (BWU)|Depthcharge]], [[Snarl (BW)|Diablo]], [[Groundshaker (G1)|Groundshaker]], [[Mortilus]], [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailcutter]], [[Brimstone (G1 Decepticon)|Brim-Stone]], Dante's [[Olin Zarak|replacement]], [[Zarak (G1)|Zarak]], [[Scorponok (G1)|MegaZarak]], [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]], [[Borx]], [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]], [[Powerbomb]], [[Dropshot (G1)|Dropshot]], [[Icepick (G1)|Icepick]], [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]], [[Gaea]], [[Circuit (G1)|Circuit]], a [[Klaws|strange blue and red cyborg]], the original [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], [[Diac]], [[Apex (BWU)|Apex]], the original [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Seaspray (G1)|Seaspray]], [[Hubcap (G1)|Hubcap]], [[Wolfang (Predacon)|Wolfang]], [[Sky-Byte (RID)|Sky-Byte]], [[Maxima]], [[Onyx Primal]], [[Devron (G1)|Devron]], the [[Wreckers]], the [[Destructon]]s, [[Lifeline (G1)|Lifeline]], and Lio Minor's [[Under-3|replacement]].

===Continuity notes===
* It's the finale, so every previous ''Uprising'' story gets a nod.
** The Vehicons were introduced in the previous story, the result of Galva Convoy's work from "[[Not All Megatrons]]".
** Hot Rod, his Micromaster underlings, and Big Grim himself return from "[[Micro-Aggressions]]".
** The kill order on Preditron was also established in "Safe Spaces", as was Preditron's friendship with Cheetor.
** Stiletto, Snapper, the Constructicons, and what's left of the ''[[Dinosaur (ship)|Dinosaur]]'' crew return from "[[Cultural Appropriation]]".
** Megatron, Scorponok, Terrorsaur, Wasp, Leatherhide, and Packrat return from "Not All Megatrons".
** Tarantulas returns from "[[Trigger Warnings]]".
** A nod is made to Dynobot and the dissident cell from "[[Alone Together: Prologue]]", the first nod to Chopperface and the gang in the text stories. Better late than never.
* In just the previous story, the Resistance were using the lobotomized body of Star Dasher as a transport. This story reveals the poor glitch wasn't the only unfortunate they've done this to.
* Eject's aide [[Zoom Out]] previously appeared in "Broken Windshields".
* Lio Minor (a renamed [[Lio Junior]]) previously appeared as a member of the yet-to-be-identified [[Maximal Command Security Force]] in "[[Perception]]".
* Queen Rage has been mentioned several times through the text stories, as having seized an entire city state for herself. We finally get to meet her.
* In the previous story's map, [[Praxus]] was misspelled as "Praxis". This story reconciles that "Praxus" is an older, traditional spelling which has somewhat fallen out of favor by the present timeframe.
* [[Scourge (BW)|''Beast Wars'' Scourge]] appeared in "Broken Windshields" with his name spelled in said manner although "[[A Brush With Infamy–Prologue]]" spelled [[Scourge (G1)|the original Scourge]]'s name the same way. It is revealed that ''Skurge'' likes to spell his name like the original, though some such as Queen Rage refuse to indulge his affectation.
* Scylla spoke with a stereotypical pirate speech pattern in "Broken Windshields", in keeping with her original characterization as a [[Seacon (BW)|Seacon Space Pirate]]. This story therefore puts her in a high-ranking position in the Resistance's navy. Her high rank probably has something to do with the fact that she was part of the Resistance before Lio Convoy or Blackarachnia, as shown in "[[Broken Windshields]]"
* Ratbat derisively refers to Hot Rod as "Chosen One", much as Grimlock did back in "[[Micro-Aggressions]]".
* Hot Rod's Micromaster command team from "Micro-Aggressions" appears alongside him.
* Megatron and co. have managed to nab [[Klaws]], the last of the [[Monster GoBot|Antares Eight]] left from "Cultural Appropriation", who alone escaped from the Ex-Bots.
* Galvatron finally reveals the identity of "Triple-Threat Prime", and it is in fact Optimus himself. Galvatron also claims that Diac replaced Optimus's "mangled face", which ''could'' be a reference to the state of Optimus per "[[A Change to the Agenda]]"... or something else, since ol' Galvatron never actually specifies ''how'' Optimus' face got mangled... and he's not remembering all of it properly.
** This story identifies Diac as having been killed by Galvatron, explaining why he was the only member of the [[Optimus (faction)|Optimus]] not to be binary-bonded with Triple-Threat Prime in "[[A Brush With Infamy–Prologue]]" and why [[Overrun]] did not mention him in "Trigger Warnings".
* Galvatron's got an immunity to the Vehicon hordes because he owes his origin to the [[G-Virus]], as do the Vehicons themselves, since they're born from Galva Convoy, also created by mucking around with the original Galvatron's remains.
* Grimlock is mentioned to have been imprisoned in [[Ferromax Detention Center]], the same penal facility from which [[Dinobot (BW)|Dynobot]] was broken out of in "[[Alone Together: Prologue]]".
* Aura and Stiletto's not-so-joyous reunion brings up the events depicted in the flashbacks of "[[Burning Bridges]]", namely Stiletto being sent to [[Vampire|the mnemosurgeon]] on Aura's orders, along with [[Wolfang (Predacon)|Wolfang]]'s nature and death from "Trigger Warnings".
* Lord Imperious Delirious turns out to be the mastermind behind the Vehicons, the autonomous mechanical lifeforms which remove the spark of any Cybertronian they come across. He previously expressed distaste with Cybertronian life, and a desire to remove the spark of every single on of them back in "Intersectionality", during which he was revealed to have survived the destruction of his body as an electronic being. "Not All Megatrons" showed that someone was influencing Galva Convoy's meditations, and "Cultural Appropriation" revealed that a "unique digital entity" was frustrated that they had failed to trigger a Terran-born apocalypse on Cybertron with the Antares Eight's plot.
* The Uprising ends with the Builder hegemony swept away, and the birth of the Cybertronian Parliament, just as the [[Oracle (BM)|Oracle]] said it would back in "Cultural Appropriation".
* The epilogue identifies Artemis, where Thunderwing was said to have found the Underbase back in "Not All Megatrons", as an alternate name for [[Moonbase Two|Luna 2]], with [[Moonbase One|Luna 1]] and [[Moonbase 3|Luna 3]] receiving the names "Hecate" and "Selene".
* "[[Head Games]]" characterized [[Triax]] as a port city, though the map included in "[[Safe Spaces]]" did not put it on a river or sea. In "Derailment" it is characterized as a spaceport.
* The Vehicon drones are described as swarming "like [[Locustor]]s".

===Transformers references===
* The ''Uprising'' iteration of Big Convoy is named Slammoth, one of the unused possible names for [[Victorion]] in the [[Fan polls|Fan Built Bot]] program. Sorenson had previously intimated in an online Q&A that he would utilize the name for ''Uprising'' Big Convoy.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/133737-beast-wars-uprising-ama/?p=3360200|name=Jim Sorenson|site=The Allspark forums|year=2016|month=10|day=15|defunct=y}}</ref>
* Buzz Saw's pre-beast vehicle mode is a helicopter, a [[repurposing]] of his [[Buzzsaw (Cybertron)|''Cybertron'' namesake]]'s toy.
* Magna Stampede identifies himself as the great-nephew of [[Pyra Magna]], much like how Rattrap [[Transmutate (episode)|once referred]] to [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] as his great-aunt. Later on, Hydraulic identifies Trailcutter as his great-uncle.
* Stockade, a G1-import of [[Stockade (Universe 2008)|the 2008 ''Universe'' Mini-Con]] who has since taken her namesake's beast form, is partially converted into a tank drone, becoming the [[Stockade (Universe 2003)|2003 ''Universe'' version of Stockade]].
* Movor name-drops the [[Pretender]] process when thinking about how he and the Commandoes became K-Bombs, which until now had been the only one of the "major" G1 gimmicks that had gone unseen. The process's treatment as a superweapon harkens to their depiction in the early part of the original IDW continuity. He also figured they might've been remade into a combiner, a nod to how the ''Robots in Disguise'' version of the team did form a combiner.
* The ''Uprising'' version of Steel Jaw leads the [[Pack]], much as [[Steeljaw (RID)|his ''Robots in Disguise'' counterpart]] led another [[Steeljaw's Pack|pack]].
* Airazor appears in her [[Airazor (BW)#TM1|Transmetal body]], following the trend of [[Terrorsaur (BW)|Terrorsaur]] and [[Scorponok (BW)|Scorponok]] also using the designs of Transmetal toys in the ''Uprising'' continuity.
* Several characters throughout the story swear by members of the [[Guiding Hand]].
* The [[Dark Skies Patrol]] comprises four G1 imports of ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' Decepticon partner [[Mini-Con]]s.
* The [[Deep Sea Patrol]] comprises [[Deepdive (BWU)|a G1 version]] of [[Deepdive (Cybertron)|''Cybertron'' Deepdive]] and that mold's three redecoes.
* This story introduces Tigatron and Airazor to the mix, the two having been the only main cast members of ''Beast Wars'' not to have appeared previously in ''Uprising''.
* Cheetor and Tigatron call one another "big cat" and "little cat" respectively, as their counterparts in the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon did.
* Queen Rage's majordomo is [[Flytrap]], a character based on an unused concept for a {{w|triffid}}-based Transformer from the ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Telemocha Series|Beast Wars Telemocha Series]]''. Her general Manticon is the {{w|manticore}} design, leaving Rage as the third design, a jellyfish (since her original incarnation was, you guessed it, a jellyfish).
* Goldbug communicates entirely through music clips after his voice box was damaged, just like a more famous [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]].
* Quillfire being a member of the Resistance is especially fitting as [[Quillfire (RID)|his original ''Robots in Disguise'' counterpart]] was also an anti-government revolutionary/terrorist.
* [[Tidal Wave (G1)|Tidal Wave]] is a mode-locked Builder repurposed as a naval flagship, similarly to his non-sentient ''[[Transformers: Wings Universe|Wings Universe]]'' counterpart, ship of the [[Star Seeker]]s, and IDW counterpart, base of [[Mayhem Attack Squad|Mayhem]].
* Banzai-Tron being the head of the Builder navy references [[Banzai-Tron (G1)#Timelines|his BotCon 2009 toy]], with a gunboat alt-mode.
* Hydraulic implies Trailcutter was taken to pieces by the Decepticons, calling to mind [[Trailbreaker (G1)#2005 IDW continuity|his IDW comics counterpart]], who was violently disassembled by [[Kaon (G1)|Kaon]] and [[Vos (G1)|Vos]].
* As he confronts the Builder Assembly, Lio Convoy punctuates his terms for surrender by solemnly *doink*ing his staff on the floor. "*Doink*" enjoyed a short-lived run as a meme in the [[fandom]] after 2016's ''[[Transformers: Combiner Wars (cartoon)|Combiner Wars]]'' cartoon, based on the poorly edited SFX of the [[Mistress of Flame]]'s hammer.
* Shatterpoint observes that he never expected the Grand Uprising to end with a "giant floating head, screaming like a banshee, firing laser beams everywhere" in reference to the bizarre and widely mocked [[Darkest Hour (CW)|penultimate episode]] of ''[[Transformers: Combiner Wars (cartoon)|Combiner Wars]]'', which saw [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] transform into... well, a giant floating head, after absorbing the [[Enigma of Combination]].
* Ratbat winds up getting turned into a [[Copter Drone|copter drone]] by the Vehicons.
* Leatherhide's mad science has now produced such things as the mighty [[Fuzor]]s and [[Horrorcon (Universe)|Horrorcon]]s.
* Proving some things just don't ever change, Wasp is "picked" as the [[guinea pigatron]] for Leatherhide and Labrat's little experiment. His just narrowly avoiding becoming a Vehicon himself is a nod to his time as Thrust during ''Beast Machines'', and his new body is based on his ''Timelines'' "[[Waspinator (BW)/toys#Timelines|Thrustinator]]" toy.
* Fever Dream [[Repurposing|repurposes]] the [[Blitzwing (G1)/toys#Platinum|''Platinum Edition'' Blitzwing toy]], much as Star Dasher is a repurposing of that toy's package-mate [[Astrotrain (G1)/toys#Platinum|Astrotrain]].
* Rook's association with [[Andromeda (G1)|Andromeda]] and [[Aston (BWU)|Aston]] references the working relationship of [[Rook (TransTech)|their]] [[Andromeda (TransTech)|counterparts]] [[Aston (TransTech)|from]] Fun Publications' [[Axiom Nexus News]] [[Andromeda - Axiom Nexus News Reporter|Facebook]] [[Rook - Axiom Nexus News: Investigative Journalist|pages]].
* Dark Scream is friends with Sky-Byte, referencing their close association from the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 cartoon)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon]].
* Black-Out having a helicopter alt-mode comes from [[Blackout (Movie)|live-action movie counterpart]] while his ability to generate EMPs comes from [[Blackout (Animated)|his ''Animated'' counterpart]]. Coincidentally, another G1-import of movie Blackout also debuted a week before this story in [[New Cybertron Part 1: To Walk Among the Chosen|''Optimus Prime'' #1]].
* Lio Convoy's team breach the Grand Mal by flying Black-Out right into the floating fortress's left eye socket, recalling the Autobot attack on [[Unicron/Generation 1|Unicron]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|the 1986 movie]].
* Razorbeast states that he will not disobey direct orders, a quality of his taken directly from his original toy [[bio]]. He uses a "scut gun" to put down the Vehicon-infected Apexus, a weapon attributed to Razorbeast in his ''[[Transformers: Beast Wars Sourcebook|Beast Wars Sourcebook]]'' entry. Razorbeast's mercy-killing of Apexus could also be looked upon as an ironic mirror to his own [[The Ascending issue 4|ultimate fate]] in the [[Beast Wars timeline (IDW)|IDW ''Beast Wars'' comics]].
* Lord Imperious Delirious being a product of [[Gorlam Prime]]'s civilization harkens back to its appearance in the IDW universe, where its inhabitants had begun to augment themselves with cybernetic technology.
* Know that [[Razorclaw (Universe)|Razor-Claw]] appears, using a speaking pattern based on his memorable speech from "[[Abduction]]". Obsidian serving as his representative echoes their appearance together in that same comic.
* The epilogue notes that Optimal, one of the Maximals in the newly formed Parliament, is an "enormous" orange-and-blue quad changer, i.e. someone with Optimus Primal's "[[Optimus Primal (BW)/toys#OptimalOptimus|Optimal Optimus]]" form.
* Antagony and Cataclysm fought to be Shokaract's chief bot in [[Reaching the Omega Point|the 1999 BotCon fiction]].
* The unnamed head (tee hee) of the Maximal Academy who joined the High Council is [[Under-3|Lionhead]], a Happy Meal toy from the original ''Beast Wars'' toyline, taking his Japanese name. As "Unit-3", he was a previous member of the Council's Magnaboss combination in the [[BotCon 2016]] story "[[Dawn of the Predacus]]". A sideways reference to him is made when Cheetor rejected council membership, and Tigatron said there were "under three" candidates left.
* Shadow Panther appears as a member of the [[Predacon Secret Police]], with the mention of persistent rumors suggesting he's a Builder rebuilt into a Predacon body. [[Ravage (G1)|Pfft!]] [[The Agenda (Part 1)|What a foolish idea.]] Stranger still is the competing theory that his spark has somehow been created or altered by aliens. [[Primeval Dawn|Madness!]]
* Movor's body is based on the [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#CombinerWars|''Combiner Wars'' Shockwave]] mold.
* [[Buckethead]] has taken over as leader of the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]], supplanting [[Hightower (RID)|Hightower]]. The [[Devastator (G1)#Universe(2003)|Micromaster Devastator]] toy had Buckethead form its upper torso—the component traditionally formed by [[Hook (G1)|Hook]], another crane.
* Lio Convoy asks a Micromaster in his way if he wishes to throw away his life so recklessly.

===Real-world references===
* The title refers to the psychiatric concept of {{w|Derailment (thought disorder)|derailment}}, a thought disorder associated with conversation that slips between unrelated, or barely related, ideas. It's also used as another way of saying lateral thinking and sometimes used to mean wandering off from the original idea. The story has lightly related events and scenes and, by the end of it, many characters have strayed far from what they originally set out to do.
* The titles of the parts of this story utilize rivers of the {{w|Greek underworld|Underworld in Greek mythology}}.
* Blackarachnia refers to Lio Convoy first as {{w|Aslan}}, {{w|List of characters in The Lion King#Mufasa|Mufasa}}, and {{w|List of Kimba the White Lion characters|Panja}}, all of whom are also slagging big lions.
** In a similar vein, she calls him her "{{w|Nemean lion|Nemean warrior}}".
* "Vehicon General Order 66" is a reference to [[wikia:starwars:Order 66/Legends|Order 66]] from ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'', both of them being contingency measures.
* Stiletto nicknames Tarantulas "webhead", which is a frequent moniker of [[Spider-Man]]'s.
* Run-Over speaks entirely in quotes from ''{{w|The Simpsons}}'', which the narration notes ran for several thousand episodes (in real life {{w|The Simpsons (season 28)|at the time}} this story was released, the show clocked in at 606 episodes).
** "Go out on a Tuesday? Who am I, Charlie Sheen?" was asked by Marge in "{{w|Moms I'd Like to Forget}}".
** "You know what I blame this on the breakdown of? Society." was spoken by Moe in "{{w|Miracle on Evergreen Terrace}}".
** "I call the big one 'Bitey'" is a Homer quote from "{{w|Marge vs. The Monorail}}".
** "Take that, Dick Tracy!" was shouted by a young Ned Flanders in "{{w|Hurricane Neddy}}".
** "Why you little—" is from too many episodes to name, but (of course) usually signifies that Homer is about to strangle Bart.
** "I bent my Wookiee" laments Run-Over, quoting Ralph Wiggum from "{{w|Lisa's Rival}}".
* Voice of Maximals is named for the U.S. white propaganda service {{w|Voice of America}}, just as [[Radio Free Cybertron]] has long been named for its sister service {{w|Radio Free Europe}}.
* The Yuss coastal cannons may be based on the book and film ''{{w|The Guns of Navarone (novel)|The Guns of Navarone}}'', in which coastal batteries threaten Allied positions, and which is based on real such guns in the {{w|Battle of Leros}}.
* Since Goldbug can only communicate verbally through audio clips, he ends up referencing a few Earth songs.
** "This is what we've waited for, this is it, boys, this is war!" comes from "{{w|99 Red Balloons}}" by the German band {{w|Nena}}.
** "Run to the hills" is a reference to "{{w|Run to the Hills}}" by [[Iron Maiden]].
** "You can't always get what you want" comes from "{{w|You Can't Always Get What You Want}}" by {{w|The Rolling Stones}}.
** "Don't fear the reaper" is from "{{w|(Don't Fear) The Reaper}}" by the {{w|Blue Oyster Cult}}.
* Springload's serial number, AC5000487105, is also the serial number of [[wikia:westworld:Maeve Millay|Maeve]] in HBO's {{w|Westworld (TV series)|Westworld}}
* Bisk's new [[beast mode]] is referred to as a "rock-lob," which is surely a reference to "{{w|Rock Lobster}}" by {{w|the B-52's}}.
* Ram Horn borrows elements of populist right-wing politicians from 2016: jabs at experts and how we're tired of them, after a similar line by British MP {{w|Michael Gove}}; is prone to aggressive and seemingly daft outbursts and decisions which may be intentional to wrongfoot people or may just be him, reflecting dual views on U.S. President {{w|Donald Trump}}.
* The Ex-Bots repaint a Sweep into the black and yellow-striped "Ex-Jet", referencing the {{w|Blackbird (comics)|X-Jet}} from [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]]'s {{w|X-Men}}.
* Dante the Cyberdroid is forced into a job on his day off, complaining all the while how he's "not supposed to be [here] today," just like Dante the human in ''{{w|Clerks}}''.
* During his spiel on the Ex-Jet's weapons, Bazooka quotes Sergeant Hicks of ''{{w|Alien (franchise)|Alien}}'' fame, namely his boast that they have "knives, they got sharp sticks."
* Riker quotes the familiar Vietnam War era phrase, "We had to destroy the village in order to save it" to chastise Lio Convoy's plan to destroy Cybertron to thwart the Vehicon threat.
* As mentioned above, Cybertron's moons are given the names Hecate, Artemis, and Selene, who in Ancient Greece were moon goddesses.
* The idea of the Resistance forming a shining example of related states harkens to the idea of the early [[United States of America]] being called the 'shining city on the hill'. The idea of the Parliament deliberately struggling to get a supermajority similarly harkens to the United States Congress, deliberately set up to force compromise. (That's worked well!)
* Wind-Sheer and Shatterpoint discuss "Unicron Truthers", a Cybertronian equivalent of the "Truther Movement", people who believe the destruction of the [[World Trade Center]] on [[September 11]], [[2001]] was not what the official reports say, concocting any number of reasons to "prove" their viewpoint.
* The bar [[Chalmun's]] is a reference to a [[Chewbacca|Wookiee]] [[wikia:starwars:Chalmun/Legends|bartender]] from ''Star Wars''.

===Errors===
* On page 53, Wind-Sheer incorrectly attributes Thunder-Clash's dialogue to Run-Over.
* On page 143, Dark Scream's movements are described as 'He throw up his hands' when it should be 'He threw up his hands'.

===Other trivia===
* The translated [[Cybertronix]] sections are excerpts from a religious text, the [[Book of Logos]], that apparently foretell many of the main events of the Grand Uprising.
* The author's notes for [[The Inexorable March|the next story]] say the format of both stories is based on the ''Babylon 5'' episode "{{w|The Deconstruction of Falling Stars}}" and the book ''{{w|World War Z}}''. The latter also features a global conflict against mindless revenants, told from the views of various international participants.
* No, there's nothing wrong with your PDF... the prose literally splits in two when Twinstrike transforms. Jim Sorenson has said that keeping the two columns in sync was a bit of a nightmare, as he kept having to add and remove extra words every time he wanted to change a sentence.
*The other Predacon present with Beetle and CatSCAN is not identified in the text, but [[Jesse Wittenrich]] clarified that he intended it to be [[Insecticon (BW)|Insecticon]].<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/135675-bwu-derailment-is-up/?p=3409209|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=The Allspark forums|year=2016|month=12|day=29|defunct=y}}</ref>
*Sky-Dive was originally intended to be part of Magna Stampede, Stockade, and Soundbite's squad before being given his role as the commander of his own unit. [[Striker]] was also intended to be a member of that squad, but his lines were cut for story pacing reasons.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/135675-bwu-derailment-is-up/?p=3408582|name=Jesse Wittenrich|site=The Allspark forums|year=2016|month=12|day=28|defunct=y}}</ref>
*The ICS newscasters were almost replaced with original characters, including one named "Sidebar", but the short production schedule did not allow for full consideration of this decision.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://www.allspark.com/forums/topic/135675-bwu-derailment-is-up/?p=3408997|name=Jim Sorenson|site=The Allspark forums|year=2016|month=12|day=28|defunct=y}}</ref>
*While "Derailment" follows the standard structure of an ''Uprising'' prose story—chunks of Cybertronix serving as section breaks—it is further divided into five parts (consisting of 14, 44, 14, 44 and 13 sections respectively, totalling 129 sections across 179 pages). Despite being told entirely in the third person, each section can be said to have a "point-of-view" character whose thoughts we are privy to—and with only a couple of exceptions, a section break indicates a jump to another POV character. Nineteen sections actually end with the death of their POV character. A full breakdown of how many sections each of the fifty-four POV characters received follows:

**19: Lio Convoy
**8: Scylla
**7: Cheetor
**5: Snapper, Dark Scream, Blackarachnia
**4: Rage, Banzai-Tron
**3: Eject, Stiletto, Ser-Ket, Ram Horn, Magmatron, Magnaboss
**2: Magna Stampede, Steel Jaw, Erector, Wind-Sheer, Diveplane, Hot Rod, Knock-Out, Flak, Megatron, B'Boom, Preditron, Crazybolt, Rampage
**1: Buzz Saw, Movor, Twinstrike, Tigatron, Sunstorm, Draft, Mantis, Sky High, Goldbug, Break, Katilla, Flattop, Ramulus, Hydraulic, Sky-Dive, Longtooth, Dante, Psycho-Orb, Fever Dream, Galvatron, Bisk, Aura, Bazooka, Razorbeast, Ro-Tor, Lord Imperious Delirious, Razor-Claw

==See also==
*[[Source:Book of Logos|"Derailment" Cybertronix translation: "Book of Logos"]]

==References==
{{reflist}}

==External links==
*[http://transformersclub.com/prose/Beast%20Wars%20Uprising%20Finale%20-%20Derailment.pdf "Derailment"] at The Official [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] website

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Zirconium gas

2024-01-11T20:44:01Z

Spacebridge Technician: Added BWU fiction summary.

'''Zirconium gas''' corrodes micro-circuitry. It's utilized somehow in the use of plutonium to generate power.
__NOTOC__
==Fiction==
===2001 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===
During a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] attack, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] warned [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] that if the [[Plutonium Energy Generator]] was damaged, it would leak dangerous zirconium gas. Despite rough treatment when it was later grabbed by the Predacons, the generator was fortunately not damaged, even after it spent time being gripped in the jaws of a [[Sky-Byte (RID)|giant robot shark]]. {{storylink|Spychangers to the Rescue}}

===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
In the final days of the [[Grand Uprising]], [[Resistance]] soldiers managed to break into the [[High Council Pavilions|High Pavilion]]. One of the building's hallways was flooded with zirconium gas as part of a trap meant to take out the [[Angry Asteroids]] as they made their way in. Hidden auto-guns popped out behind them, preventing them from turning back, and the deadly gas forced them to push down the corridor straight into an ambush. The survivors broke through when [[Psycho-Orb|their leader]] blew himself up with a grenade, taking [[Sidetrack (G1)|his]] [[Bombshock (G1)|attackers]] with him. {{storylink|Derailment}}

==Notes==
*As the boiling point of zirconium is 7968 °F or 4409 °C, one assumes that it's hazardous to things other than micro-circuitry.
*The zirconium gas being an important hazard in the above ''Robots in Disguise'' episode was originally not present in its initial airing. Originally, the threat of the generator exploding was the real danger (as was the case for the Japanese ''Car Robots'' version of the episode), but after the {{w|September 11 attacks|9/11 terrorist attacks}}, the episode was pulled from rotation for a redubbing that changed all lines of dialogue that were deemed unsuitable at the time. In the new dub's removing all references to the generator exploding, the circuit-corroding zirconium gas was invented as an acceptable replacement danger.

==External links==
*{{w|Zirconium}} at Wikipedia

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Plutonium Energy Generator

2024-01-11T17:04:44Z

Spacebridge Technician: Fixed link.

[[File:Spychangers Rescue Generator.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb]]
The '''Plutonium Energy Generator''' does what it says on the tin. If damaged, it leaks [[zirconium gas]], which has the potential to corrode [[Transformer]] [[Circuits|micro-circuitry]].

The [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]]s really really want it for its energy generating capabilities.

==Fiction==
===2001 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===
[[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] and the [[Autobot Brothers]] prevented [[Slapper (RID)|Slapper]], [[Gas Skunk]], and [[Dark Scream]] from stealing the generator from a warehouse late at night. The next day, the brothers escorted the generator as it was loaded onto a truck and transported across town. The Predacons managed to engineer a traffic jam, and the operation ground to a halt long enough for the dastardly trio to snatch the generator from its truck.

With the Autobot Brothers stuck, [[T-AI]] called in three of the [[Spychanger]]s, who chased the Predacons onto a sea shore. There, the other three Spychangers joined the fight and they ran rings around the enemy. After a short stint in Sky-Byte's mouth, the generator was passed back to Slapper and Gas Skunk.

The battle soon swung in the [[Autobot]]s' favour, and Sky-Byte opted for the "if we can't have it, no one can" plan, firing on the generator. The Spychangers attempted to protect the generator with their own bodies, and were blasted aside, allowing the Predacons to grab it and escape.

Optimus was disappointed at the loss, until [[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]] revealed the generator hidden under a sheet—the Predacons had escaped with a fake. {{storylink|Spychangers to the Rescue}}

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Zirconium gas

2024-01-11T17:02:46Z

Spacebridge Technician: The article for the episode in question also links the Wikipedia entry when discussing this, so I don't see why we shouldn't have it here. Feels like this is quite important context if the reader's unaware.

'''Zirconium gas''' corrodes micro-circuitry. It's utilized somehow in the use of plutonium to generate power.
__NOTOC__
==Fiction==
===2001 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===
During a [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] attack, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Optimus Prime]] warned [[Side Burn (RID)|Side Burn]] that if the [[Plutonium Energy Generator]] was damaged, it would leak dangerous zirconium gas. Despite rough treatment when it was later grabbed by the Predacons, the generator was fortunately not damaged, even after it spent time being gripped in the jaws of a [[Sky-Byte (RID)|giant robot shark]]. {{storylink|Spychangers to the Rescue}}

===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===
{{storylink|Derailment}}

==Notes==
*As the boiling point of zirconium is 7968 °F or 4409 °C, one assumes that it's hazardous to things other than micro-circuitry.
*The zirconium gas being an important hazard in the above ''Robots in Disguise'' episode was originally not present in its initial airing. Originally, the threat of the generator exploding was the real danger (as was the case for the Japanese ''Car Robots'' version of the episode), but after the {{w|September 11 attacks|9/11 terrorist attacks}}, the episode was pulled from rotation for a redubbing that changed all lines of dialogue that were deemed unsuitable at the time. In the new dub's removing all references to the generator exploding, the circuit-corroding zirconium gas was invented as an acceptable replacement danger.

==External links==
*{{w|Zirconium}} at Wikipedia

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Springfield (G.I. Joe)

2024-01-11T15:20:24Z

Spacebridge Technician: Tried to paraphrase the relevant notes on the issue #7 article but didn't adapt the info properly and missed the Marvel stuff.

{{disambig2|the location from ''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''|the real-world city|Springfield}}
[[File:Headmasters-Scorponok.jpg|thumb|upright=1.65]]
{{picsneeded|The original town from '[[I Saw Three Ships]]'}}

At a glance, '''Springfield''' seems like a nice place, but that's exactly what [[Cobra]] want you to think. This cozy little town is totally fake- nothing more than a pleasant facade for some of their most heinous operations. It's such a disarming charade that they may even build another...

==Fiction==
{{locationstub}}
==Notes==
*Springfield has its roots in various pieces of earlier [[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]] fiction:
**The idea of a town named Springfield serving as a public front for Cobra comes from [[G.I. Joe (comic)|the Marvel ''Joe'' comics]], where it otherwise appeared to be a normal, fully-functioning town.
**The events that transpire inside Scorponok are inspired by the two-part episode "There's No Place Like Springfield" from the 1980s ''G.I. Joe'' cartoon, where the heroes are trapped in a fake town populated by facsimile humans. [[Tom Scioli]] noted in his commentary that [[Shipwreck]], who had a prominent role in the episode, was going to be the star of 'Headmasters' before Scarlett became the viewpoint character.
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Talk:Springfield (G.I. Joe)

2024-01-10T01:58:37Z

Spacebridge Technician: Forgot the link that was the whole point of the post.

TFW has the [https://news.tfw2005.com/2014/07/21/double-comic-preview-windblade-4-transformers-vs-g-i-joe-1-180754 official preview pages] depicting the non-Scorponok Springfield from the first issue- since it seems like a few pages for the comic are missing appropriate images, would this be an acceptable place to source a header for this one? [[User:Spacebridge Technician|Spacebridge Technician]] ([[User talk:Spacebridge Technician|talk]]) 20:56, 9 January 2024 (EST)

Talk:Springfield (G.I. Joe)

2024-01-10T01:56:05Z

Spacebridge Technician: Created page with "TFW has the official preview pages depicting the non-Scorponok Springfield from the first issue- since it seems like a few pages for the comic are missing appropriate images, ..."

TFW has the official preview pages depicting the non-Scorponok Springfield from the first issue- since it seems like a few pages for the comic are missing appropriate images, would this be an acceptable place to source a header for this one? [[User:Spacebridge Technician|Spacebridge Technician]] ([[User talk:Spacebridge Technician|talk]]) 20:56, 9 January 2024 (EST)

Springfield (G.I. Joe)

2024-01-10T01:42:30Z

Spacebridge Technician: Removed superfluous category tag.

{{disambig2|the location from ''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''|the real-world city|Springfield}}
[[File:Headmasters-Scorponok.jpg|thumb|upright=1.65]]
{{picsneeded|The original town from '[[I Saw Three Ships]]'}}

At a glance, '''Springfield''' seems like a nice place, but that's exactly what [[Cobra]] want you to think. This cozy little town is totally fake- nothing more than a pleasant facade for some of their most heinous operations. It's such a disarming charade that they may even build another...

==Fiction==
{{locationstub}}
==Notes==
*Springfield is based on the the two-part episode "There's No Place Like Springfield" from the original ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' cartoon, where the heroes are trapped in a fake town populated by facsimile humans. [[Tom Scioli]] noted in his commentary that [[Shipwreck]], who had a prominent role in the episode, was set to be the star of this issue as well before Scarlett became the viewpoint character.
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Springfield (G.I. Joe)

2024-01-10T01:41:15Z

Spacebridge Technician: Created page with "{{disambig2|the location from ''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''|the real-world city|Springfield}} upright=1.65 {{picsneeded|The original t..."

{{disambig2|the location from ''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''|the real-world city|Springfield}}
[[File:Headmasters-Scorponok.jpg|thumb|upright=1.65]]
{{picsneeded|The original town from '[[I Saw Three Ships]]'}}

At a glance, '''Springfield''' seems like a nice place, but that's exactly what [[Cobra]] want you to think. This cozy little town is totally fake- nothing more than a pleasant facade for some of their most heinous operations. It's such a disarming charade that they may even build another...

==Fiction==
{{locationstub}}
==Notes==
*Springfield is based on the the two-part episode "There's No Place Like Springfield" from the original ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' cartoon, where the heroes are trapped in a fake town populated by facsimile humans. [[Tom Scioli]] noted in his commentary that [[Shipwreck]], who had a prominent role in the episode, was set to be the star of this issue as well before Scarlett became the viewpoint character.
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File:Headmasters-Scorponok.jpg

2024-01-10T00:41:58Z

Spacebridge Technician:

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Doctor B

2024-01-09T21:32:37Z

Spacebridge Technician: Misspelling of Dr Mindbender's pseudonym.

{{factions|cobra}}
:''Doctor B is a [[human]] from the [[Transformers vs. G.I. Joe]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
{{mainpic}}

So long as '''Doctor B''' is provided for, she'll skip out on asking too many questions about who her patrons might be. She just wants to be left to her science, and has no interest in fighting.

==Fiction==
===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===
When several [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joes]] were captured by [[Cobra]], they were placed in a facsimile of an American town built into the back of the giant [[Decepticon]] [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]. Doctor B posed as one of the many residents of [[Springfield (G.I. Joe)|Springfield]], while "[[Doctor Mindbender|Doctor Mindelbinder]]" brainwashed the Joes into believing they had always been normal suburbanites. During [[Scarlett]]'s inculcation, she was brought to Doctor B's lab. There, Doctor B collaborated Mindbender's version of reality, claiming that she had built the giant robotic head in her workshop based off her [[Bumblebee (G1)|favorite character]] from her [[The Transformers (cartoon)|favorite cartoon]].

Despite Mindelbender's efforts, Scarlett did not break and later returned to assassinate him. On her way, she stopped by Doctor B's office and challenged her to a sword fight for her life. Doctor B refused the weapon Scarlett offered her, and explained that she wasn't involved in Cobra's other machinations. Scarlett decided to spare her life, and went on her way. {{storylink|Headmasters (issue)|Headmasters}}

==Notes==
* Doctor B is something of a composite of Doctor [[Adele Burkhart|Adele '''B'''urkhart]], a minor supporting character in the Marvel ''G.I. Joe'' series memorable for being at the center of the very first issue's plot, and [[Sidney Biggles-Jones|Doctor Sidney '''B'''iggles-Jones]], from the [[G.I. Joe (comic)|''G.I. Joe/Transformers: Generation 2'' crossover]]. She combines Burkart's non-combatant aggressive-peacenik stance with Biggles-Jones's role as a scientist who signed up with Cobra to further her work.

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Transformers: Legacy

2024-01-09T21:09:25Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Legacy: United */ Tiny speaking error in United summary.

{{disambig3|Legacy}}
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'''''Transformers: Legacy''''' (aka '''''Transformers Generations: Legacy''''')<ref>The official in-house title of the toyline is "'''''Transformers Generations: Legacy'''''", which is often used in online product descriptions given to retailers. The name used for the line's logo, however; is just "'''''Transformers: Legacy'''''".</ref> is a [[subline imprint]] of the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' toyline, and the successor to the ''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]''.

First revealed in late [[2021]] at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2021]], ''Legacy'' commemorates the approaching 40th anniversary of the [[Transformers brand|''Transformers'' brand]] by featuring new toys of characters from across the ''Transformers'' [[multiverse]]. The toys are largely in the [[scale]] and style of those from the ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'', including numerous 3 mm posts and [[5 mm post|5 mm ports]] from the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]]. Characters from franchises known for more unique aesthetics, such as ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]]'' and ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'', are updated with the modern ''Generations'' aesthetic to fit with the rest of the toyline, which can range from a significant redesign to the same basic model just rendered more like a modern "[[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]]" toy. The toyline also sees the return of [[combiner]]s from Hasbro for the first time since ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'', starting with the [[Stunticon (G1)#Legacy|Stunticons]] in [[2022]].

The storytelling of ''Legacy'' follows characters brought together from across the [[multiverse]] as their universes collide.<ref name="Facebook"/> As such, non-"Generation 1" characters are (usually) given prefixes associated with their series of origin, such as "[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron Universe]]". Certain characters have also been given these prefixes to denote specific iterations, such as [[Impactor (G1)#Marvel Comics continuity|"Comic Universe" Impactor]]. Replacing the package [[bio]]s of old is a QR code on the back of each box, or for Core Class figures, on the instructions, which leads to the character's bio on the ''Transformers'' website.

Unlike its predecessors, ''Legacy'' was ''not'' replaced by a new line with its own distinct title for its second and third years. Instead, it was given a refresh in the form of [[subline imprint]]s titled '''''Legacy: Evolution''''' and '''''Legacy: United''''', with the existing assortments continued in terms of distribution. Similar to its predecessors, the ''Legacy'' toyline features [[package refresh]]es of several figures from previous lines, even all the way back to ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'', though ''Legacy'' elects to remove the battle damage [[paint operation|paint applications]] from these toys where applicable.

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==''Legacy''==
[[File:TF-Legacy-main-artwork.jpg|thumb|300px|We did it. We put the "s" in Generations.]]
[[File:Legacy_Logo.png|center|300px]]

The first year of ''Legacy'' (theoretically) focuses on characters that can "harness the power of [[Energon]]", with many toys including an often-translucent accessory that the figure can wield in multiple ways and combine with others branded an "[[Energon weapon#Legacy|Energon-infused weapon]]"<ref name="Facebook">Pre-reveal of ''Legacy'' on the ''Transformers'' [https://www.facebook.com/transformers/posts/6219021398168002 Facebook]: "Celebrating an almost 40-year legacy of Transformers, universes collide as fan-favorite characters are brought together from across the multiverse, updated with Generations styling. You can harness the power of Energon, with all-new Energon-infused weapon accessories that come with figures across the line."</ref>, not too dissimilar to the [[2003]] ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' series. In keeping with this theme, the first wave of Core Class includes weapons specifically designed to combine into a large sword, but the gimmick was quietly dropped immediately after. Moreover, toys that do not utilize clear plastic in any part of their construction do not have these "energon infused" weapons, but some product descriptions do claim that the weapons are such.<ref>Tarantulas's product description says that he comes with a crossbow and an ''sic'' accessory, but Armada Starscream's product description claims that he comes with an energon sword despite both swords being casted in solid plastic.</ref> Their random nature can be chalked up to them having been designed before the character roster was finalized.
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===General retail===
====Core Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Legacy|Autobot Hot Rod]] ([[package refresh]] from ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'')}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Iguanus (G1)#Legacy|Iguanus]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Legacy|Skywarp]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d2|[[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|G2 Universe Megatron]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyCore|Optimus Prime]] (package refresh from ''Kingdom'')}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Legacy|Shockwave]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Bomb-Burst (G1)#Legacy|Bomb-Burst]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Legacy|Soundwave]] (package refresh from ''Kingdom'')}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Core-Bombburst.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Bomb-Burst (G1)#Legacy|Bomb-Burst]]]]
|}
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====Deluxe Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Arcee (WFC)#Legacy|Prime Universe Arcee]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Drag Strip (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Dragstrip]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Kickback (G1)#Legacy|Kickback]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Skids (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Skids]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Elita One (G1)#Legacy|Elita-1]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Knock Out (Prime)#Legacy|Prime Universe Knock-Out]]}}
{{Bp-p1|[[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#Legacy|Predacon Tarantulas]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Wildrider (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Wild Rider]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Crankcase (G1)#Legacy|Crankcase]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Dead End (G1)#Legacy|Dead End]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Pointblank#Legacy|Autobot Pointblank]] & [[Peacemaker#Legacy|Autobot Peacemaker]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Skullgrin#Legacy|Skullgrin]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Deluxe-Class-Arcee.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Arcee (WFC)#Legacy|Prime Universe Arcee]]]]
|}
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====Voyager Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Blaster (G1)/toys#Legacy|Autobot Blaster]] & [[Eject (G1)#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Eject]] (package refresh from ''Kingdom'')}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Bulkhead (Prime)#Legacy|Prime Universe Bulkhead]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d2|[[Jhiaxus (G2)#Legacy|G2 Universe Jhiaxus]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Legacy|Soundwave]] (redecoed package refresh from ''Siege'')}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-p1|[[Inferno (BW)#Legacy|Predacon Inferno]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Armada Universe Starscream]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Voyager-Class-Jhiaxus.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Jhiaxus (G2)#Legacy|G2 Universe Jhiaxus]]]]
|}
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====Leader Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Legacy|Galvatron]] (redecoed package refresh from ''Kingdom'')}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Blitzwing (G1)/toys#Legacy|Blitzwing]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-p2|[[Megatron (BW)/toys#Legacy|Transmetal II Megatron]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Leader-Transmetal2-Megatron.jpeg|thumb|200px|[[Megatron (BW)/toys#Legacy|Transmetal II Megatron]]]]
|}
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====Big ticket items====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Commander Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Motormaster (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Motormaster]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Titan Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Cybertron Universe Metroplex]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''HasLab campaign'''<ref name="HasLab">Due to their sheer scale, all HasLab campaigns are kept in-house and are thus sorta kinda joint exclusives between [[Hasbro Pulse]], [[TakaraTomy Mall]], and a very select list of secondary retailers with Hasbro and TakaraTomy's blessing to cover additional regions around the globe.</ref>
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-a1|Victory Saber ([[Star Saber (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Star Saber]] and [[Ginrai (robot)#Legacy|Victory Leo]] with [[Holi#Legacy|Holi]] and [[Fire#Legacy|Fire]])}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-HasLab-Star-Saber.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Star Saber (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Star Saber]]]]
|}
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===Exclusives===
Please note that the exclusivity listed for toys below applies to the United States. Also, most of ''Legacy''<nowiki>'</nowiki>s exclusives were available through [[Hasbro Pulse]] as well, but in much smaller numbers than their "main" outlets.

====Walmart====
: [[Walmart]] had a ''large'' number of exclusives; first came a trio of normal ''Legacy''-packaged Deluxe beast-bots (which were sold as Farmers exclusives in [[New Zealand]]).

: Next came the '''''Velocitron Speedia 500 Collection''''', which focused on characters on the namesake [[Velocitron|planet]] participating in the namesake [[Speedia 500|race]]. The first assortment was revealed on the [[June 23]] 2022 [[Hasbro Pulse#Fan First Friday|Fanstream]]. A second assortment of Deluxe Class toys was revealed in early October, without prior announcement.<ref>[https://news.tfw2005.com/2022/09/14/transformers-velocitron-speedia-500-deluxe-g2-shadowstrip-crasher-out-in-new-zealand-first-in-hand-images-465277 Transformers Velocitron Speedia 500 Deluxe G2 Shadowstrip & Crasher Out In New Zealand – First In-Hand Images] at TFW2005</ref> Distribution of this second wave of product has been... let's politely call it ''varied''. These toys were [[Kmart]] exclusives in New Zealand.

{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Deluxe Beast Assortment'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-p1|[[Buzz Saw (BW)#Legacy|Buzzsaw]]}}
{{bp-a1|[[Nightprowler#Legacy|Autobot Nightprowler]]}}
{{bp-p1|[[Sandstorm (BW)#Legacy|Predacon Sandstorm]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''Velocitron'' Deluxes'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Blurr (G1)/toys#Legacy|Blurr]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Burn Out (Diaclone)#Legacy|Diaclone Universe Burn Out]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Clampdown (G1)#Legacy|Diaclone Universe Clampdown]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Cosmos (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Cosmos]]}}
{{Bp-a2|[[Road Rocket (G2)#Legacy|G2 Universe Road Rocket]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Crasher (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Crasher]] (wave 2)}}
{{Bp-d2|[[Shadowstrip#Legacy|G2 Universe Shadowstrip]] (wave 2)}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''Velocitron'' Voyagers'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Override (Cybertron)#Legacy|Cybertron Universe Override]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Hauler#Legacy|Road Hauler]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys#Velocitron|Autobot Hot Rod]] (wave 2, cancelled)}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''''Velocitron'' Leaders'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-cm|[[Scourge (RID)#Legacy|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Scourge]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Galaxy Shuttle#Legacy|Victory Universe Galaxy Shuttle]] (wave 2)}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Velocitron-Speedia-500-Override.jpg|right|thumb|200px|[[Override (Cybertron)#Legacy|Cybertron Universe Override]]]]
|}
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====Other outlets====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Amazon "Wreck N' Rule Collection"'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-wr|[[Bulkhead (Prime)#WreckNRule|Prime Universe Bulkhead]]}}
{{Bp-wr|[[Impactor (G1)#Legacy|Comic Universe Impactor]] / [[Spindle]]}}
{{Bp-wr|[[Leadfoot (G2)#Legacy|G2 Universe Leadfoot]] / [[Masterdominus]]}}
{{Bp-wr|[[Springer (G1)/toys#Legacy|Autobot Springer]]}}
{{Bp-wr|[[Twin Twist (G1)#Legacy|Diaclone Universe Twin Twist]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Generations Selects''' (multiple outlets)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Scorponok (G1)#Generations Selects|Black Zarak]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Cyclonus (G1)/toys#Generations Selects|Cyclonus]] & [[Nightstick (G1)#Generations Selects|Nightstick]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[DK-2 Guard]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Breaker (G1)#Generations Selects|DK-3 Breaker]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Lift-Ticket (Diaclone)#Generations Selects|Lift-Ticket]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Hasbro Pulse'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-a1|A Hero Is Born ([[Alpha Trion (G1)#Legacy|Alpha Trion]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#HasbroPulse|Orion Pax]], [[Vector Sigma#Legacy|Vector Sigma]])}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Target'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Security Officer (G1)#Toys|Red Cog]]}}
{{Bp-m1|[[Dinobot (BW)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Heroic Maximal Dinobot]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Silverstreak#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Autobot Silverstreak]]}}
{{Bp-p1|[[Terrorsaur (BW)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Evil Predacon Terrorsaur]]}}
{{Bp-multi|Creatures Collide ([[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#CreaturesCollide|Autobot Goldbug]], [[Ransack (G1)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Ransack]], [[Skywasp#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Skywasp]], [[Scorponok (BW)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Predacon Scorponok]])}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=2|[[File:Buzzworthy Creatures Collide Goldbug.JPG|thumb|200px|Target "Creatures Collide" [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#CreaturesCollide|Autobot Goldbug]]]]
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Walgreens'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Minerva (G1 robot)#Legacy|Autobot Minerva]]}}
|}
{{note|Almost all of [[Target]]'s exclusives were part of the long-running ''[[Buzzworthy Bumblebee]]'' series, a multi-franchise set of toys with increasingly-smaller amounts of Bumblebee in it. Red Cog, however, was sold in normal ''Legacy''-style packaging.}}
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==''Legacy: Evolution''==
[[File:TF-Legacy-Evolution-main-artwork.jpg|thumb|300px|That's a lotta nuts!]]
[[File:Legacy_Evolution_Logo.png|center|300px]]

'''''Legacy: Evolution''''', the second year of ''Legacy'' product, was announced in fall 2022 at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2022|that year's Pulse Con]]. This [[subline imprint]] not only broadened the range of past ''Transformers'' franchises characters could be pulled from, it retired the Energon-infused weapons in favor of a series of integrated weapons referred to collectively as "[[Evo-Fusion]]." Admittedly, many of these are just the same "combine and mount weapons somewhere on the figure" play gimmick that has been part of the ''Generations'' line for years, but hey.

Supporting this is a continuation of the "[[C.O.M.B.A.T. System|Weaponizer]]" concept with a new tribe of modular [[Junkion (species)|Junkions]] that can mix and match body parts and accessories to create your own robot and vehicle modes, or armor and weaponry for other bots. Following [[Menasor (G1)#Legacy|Menasor]], this subline's combiner is [[Volcanicus (POTP)#Legacy|Volcanicus]], made up of six [[Dinobot (G1)#Legacy|Dinobots]] in the smaller Core Class. ''Evolution'' also puts some more focus on ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' characters to commemorate the series' 20th anniversary, although these new releases do not include any of the series' original [[Mini-Cons]]. The line also notably features the first mainline ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' toys since the show's cancellation in 2009; 2023 ''also'' marks the 15th anniversary of the [[Transformers Animated (cartoon)|''Animated'' cartoon]], but we doubt this was intentional.
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===General retail===
====Core Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Sludge (G1)#Legacy|Dinobot Sludge]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Slag (G1)/toys#Legacy|Dinobot Slug]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Soundwave (G1)/toys#LegacyEvo|Soundblaster]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Bomb-Burst (G1)#Legacy|Bomb-Burst]] (package refresh from ''Legacy'')}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Legacy|Grimlock]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Legacy|Nemesis Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#Legacy|Thundercracker]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Skar (IDW)#Legacy|Dinobot Scarr]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Starscream (G1)/toys#Legacy|Starscream]] (package refresh from ''Kingdom'')}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Swoop (G1)/toys#Legacy|Dinobot Swoop]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 4'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyCore|Optimus Prime]] (package refresh from ''Legacy'')}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Snarl (G1)#Legacy|Dinobot Snarl]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Core-Class-Grimlock.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Legacy|Grimlock]]]]
|}
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====Deluxe Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Breakdown (G1)#Legacy|Breakdown]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Armada Universe Hot Shot]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Needlenose (G1)#Legacy|Needlenose]] (w/ [[Sunbeam (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Sunbeam]] & [[Zigzag#Legacy|Decepticon Zigzag]])}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Scraphook#Toys|Scraphook]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Crashbar#Legacy|Crashbar]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Crosscut (G1)#Legacy|Crosscut]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Prowl (Animated)#Legacy|Animated Universe Prowl]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Shrapnel (G1)#Legacy|Shrapnel]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Axlegrease#Legacy|Axlegrease]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Beachcomber (G1)#Legacy|Beachcomber]] & [[Paradise Parakeet#Toys|Paradise Parakeet]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Devcon (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Devcon]]}}
{{Bp-p1|[[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#Legacy|Predacon Tarantulas]] (package refresh from ''Legacy'')}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 4'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Bombshell (G1)#Legacy|Insecticon Bombshell]]}}
{{Bp-a1d1|[[Detritus (G1)#Legacy|Detritus]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Shadow Striker (Cyberverse)#Legacy|Cyberverse Universe Shadow Striker]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Strongarm (RID)#Legacy|Robots In Disguise 2015 Universe Strongarm]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Deluxe-Shadow-Striker.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Shadow Striker (Cyberverse)#Legacy|Cyberverse Universe Shadow Striker]]]]
|}

{{note|Wave 1's Breakdown was, despite being ''Evolution'' product, released in standard year one ''Legacy'' packaging to match the rest of the Stunticons.<ref>"You will see a regular Legacy box sitting on the shelf with all of our new Legacy: Evolution stuff for Wave 1 so that if you are a MIB collector you can actually collect these all in the right same packaging." -[[Ben MacCrae]] on the [https://www.youtube.com/live/vuZHDR3ZBd8?feature=share&t=2098 Legacy: Evolution panel] at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2022|Pulse Con 2022]]</ref> His [[instructions]] initially featured the "Evolution" branding and green color scheme, but a [[variant#Running changes|running change variant]] replaced those with the vanilla "Legacy" branding and purple color scheme.}}
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====Voyager Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-m1|[[Lio Convoy#Legacy|Maximal Leo Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Tarn (G1)#Legacy|Comic Universe Tarn]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Metalhawk (G1)#Legacy|Metalhawk]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Twincast#Legacy|Twincast]] & [[Rewind (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Rewind]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Dirge (G1)/toys#Legacy|Dirge]] (package refresh from ''Earthrise'')}}
{{Bp-m1|[[Black Lio Convoy#Legacy|Nemesis Leo Prime]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 4'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Bludgeon (G1)#Legacy|Comic Universe Bludgeon]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Trashmaster#Legacy|Trashmaster]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Voyager-Trashmaster.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Trashmaster#Legacy|Trashmaster]]]]
|}
{{--}}

====Leader Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-p2|[[Megatron (BW)/toys#Legacy|Transmetal II Megatron]] (package refresh from ''Legacy'')}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Skyquake (Prime)#Legacy|Prime Universe Skyquake]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Blitzwing (G1)/toys#Legacy|Blitzwing]] (package refresh from ''Legacy'')}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Armada Universe Megatron]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Dreadwing (Prime)#Legacy|Prime Universe Dreadwing]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Leader-Class-Skyquake.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Skyquake (Prime)#Legacy|Prime Universe Skyquake]]]]
|}
{{--}}

====Big ticket items====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Commander Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Armada Universe Optimus Prime]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Titan Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Nemesis (G1)#Legacy 2|Decepticon Nemesis]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''HasLab campaign'''<ref name = "HasLab"/>
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-a1d1|[[Deathsaurus (G1)#Legacy|Deathsaurus]] (with [[Tigerbreast#Legacy|Tigerchest]], [[Eaglebreast#Legacy|Eaglechest]], [[Boater#Legacy|Boater]], and [[Pīpō#Legacy|Pīpō]])}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Titan-Class-Nemesis.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Nemesis (G1)#Legacy 2|Decepticon Nemesis]]]]
|}
{{--}}

===Exclusives===
====Walmart====
: [[Walmart]]'s '''''Toxitron Collection''''' "capsule" featured gloriously garishly-decoed toys based on unreleased concept redecos from ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' (and one from [[2003]]'s ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)| Universe]]''). The series was revealed on [[March 13]] in 2023 as part of Walmart's "Collector Con", showing off the first three toys as well as putting them up for preorder. The toys eventually started shipping in mid-July, with the remaining toys being officially revealed at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] (though naturally they had both leaked ''and'' been found at Walmarts before the show). However, distribution has reportedly been spotty at best, with many stores missing out on some or even all of the capsule.

{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Toxitron Deluxes'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-d2|[[Dead End (G1)#Toxitron|G2 Universe Dead End]]}}
{{bp-a2|[[Jazz (G1)/toys#Legacy|G2 Universe Autobot Jazz]]}}
{{bp-a2|[[Jazz (G1)/toys#LegacyLC|G2 Universe Laser Cycle]]}}
{{bp-a2|[[Mirage (G1)/toys#Legacy|G2 Universe Autobot Mirage]]}}
{{bp-a2|[[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Legacy|G2 Universe Sideswipe]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Toxitron Voyagers'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-d2|[[Cloudcover#Legacy|G2 Universe Cloudcover]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Toxitron Leaders'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-a2|[[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Toxitron|G2 Universe Grimlock]]}}
{{bp-d2|[[Toxitron (Universe)#Legacy|G2 Universe Toxitron]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|[[File:TF-Legacy-Toxitron-Collection-Toxitron.jpg|thumb|200px|[[Toxitron (Universe)#Legacy|G2 Universe Toxitron]]]]
|}
{{--}}

====Other outlets====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Amazon "Pre-Cybertronian War"'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|Deadeye Duel 2-Pack ([[Kaskade#Legacy|Ascenticon Kaskade]] VS [[Javelin#Legacy|Senate Guard Autobot Javelin]])}}
{{Bp-multi|Humble Origins 2-Pack ([[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#HumbleOrigins|Data Clerk Orion Pax]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#HumbleOrigins|Senator Shockwave]])}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Nacelle (G1)#Legacy|Nacelle]]}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Nova Prime#Legacy|Nova Prime]]}}
{{Bp-multi|Rise of Tyranny 2-Pack ([[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#RiseofTyranny|Miner Megatron]] and [[Ratbat (G1)/toys#Legacy|Senator Ratbat]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Generations Selects''' (multiple outlets)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-p1|[[Antagony (BW)#Generations Selects|Antagony]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Guardian robot#Generations Selects|Guardian Robot]] & [[Lunar-Tread#Generations Selects|Lunar-Tread]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Magnificus (G1)#Generations Selects|Magnificus]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Hasbro Pulse'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-a1|[[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#LegacyPowerlinx|Armada Universe Powerlinx Hot Shot]] / [[Jolt (Armada)#Legacy|Armada Universe Jolt]]}}
{{bp-d1|[[Menasor (G1)#LegacyGiftset|Stunticon Menasor]] giftset ([[Motormaster (G1)#LegacyGiftset|Decepticon Motormaster]], [[Drag Strip (G1)#LegacyGiftset|Decepticon Dragstrip]], [[Wildrider (G1)#LegacyGiftset|Decepticon Wild Rider]], [[Dead End (G1)#LegacyGiftset|Dead End]], [[Breakdown (G1)#LegacyGiftset|Breakdown]])}}
{{bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#LegacyEvolutionCore2pack|Optimus Prime]] & [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Legacy|Bumblebee]]}}
{{bp-a1|War Dawn ([[Dion (G1)#Legacy|Dion]] and [[Elita One (G1)#WarDawn|Cybertronian Erial]])}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Target'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Jazz (G1)/toys#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Origin Autobot Jazz]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Tow-Line (RID)#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe Tow-Line]]}}
{{Bp-multi|Troop Builder Multipack ([[Air Warrior#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|Decepticon Seeker]], [[Quintesson Bailiff#Buzzworthy Bumblebee|Quintesson Trooper]], [[Cybertronian (faction)#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|G2 Universe Cybertronian Trooper]], [[Autotrooper (Animated)#Buzzworthy_Bumblebee|Animated Universe Autotrooper]])}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=2|[[File:LegacyJavelin.jpg|200px|thumb|Amazon "Deadeye Duel" [[Javelin#Legacy|Javelin]]]]
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Walgreens'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Medix (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Medix]]}}
|}
{{--}}

==''Legacy: United''==
[[File:TF-Legacy-United-main-artwork.jpg|thumb|300px|''Into the fire!'' ''Feel the burn!'' ''Give into the flame'' ''And never return!'']]
[[File:Legacy_United_Logo.png|center|300px]]

'''''Legacy: United''''', the third year of ''Legacy'' product, was once more announced in fall 2023 at [[Hasbro Pulse Con 2023|that year's Pulse Con]]. A celebration of the franchise turning 40 years old, ''United'' continued the previous year's focus on expanding the pool of characters to bring back into the toyline, including further ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' toys as well as toys from franchises such as ''[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (franchise)|Rescue Bots]]'' and ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers|Beast Wars II]]''.

This year also introduced another iteration of the mix-and-match "Weaponizer" gimmick in the form of "Armorizer" toys, rock-like beings who can turn into vehicles, weapons and armor for other toys. These characters take inspirations from both the [[Rock Lord|Rock Lords]] of the sister ''[[GoBots]]'' franchise, as well as a race of rock aliens from planet [[Daira]] who appeared in [[My Friend Sixshot!|a single episode]] of ''[[Transformers: The Headmasters (cartoon)|Headmasters.]]''. The name of their home universe even shouts out the molten realm within the core of the Earth in the ''Inhumanoids'' cartoon. Talk about a literal deep cut.

Unfortunately, unlike its predecessors, ''United'' has omitted the QR codes on the packaging.
{{--}}

===General retail===
====Core Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="20%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-multi|[[Bouldercrash|Infernac Universe Bouldercrash]]}}
{{Bp-d1|[[Megatron (Armada)/toys#LegacyCore|Energon Universe Megatron]]}}
{{Bp-m1|[[Tasmania Kid#Legacy|Beast Wars II Universe Tasmania Kid]]}}
</ul>
|}
{{--}}

====Deluxe Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Bumblebee (Animated)/toys#Legacy|Animated Universe Bumblebee]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Chase (RB)#Legacy|Rescue Bots Universe Chase]]}}
{{Bp-multi|[[Magneous|Infernac Universe Magneous]]}}
{{Bp-a1|[[Windblade (Cyberverse)#Legacy|Cyberverse Universe Windblade]]}}
</ul>
|}
{{--}}

====Voyager Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (Animated)/toys#Legacy|Animated Universe Optimus Prime]]}}
{{Bp-ss|[[Thundertron#Legacy|Prime Universe Thundertron]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-m1|[[Silverbolt (Fuzor)#Legacy|Beast Wars Universe Silverbolt]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Future waves'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Legacy|Origins Wheeljack]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|}
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 2, Origins Wheeljack}}
{{--}}

====Leader Class====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|G2 Universe Laser Optimus Prime]] (package refresh from ''Legacy'')}}
{{Bp-m1|[[Tigerhawk#Legacy|Beast Wars Universe Tigerhawk]]}}
</ul>
|}
{{--}}

====Big ticket items====
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Commander Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-p1|[[Magmatron#Legacy|Beast Wars Universe Magmatron]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Titan Class'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|[[Tidal Wave (Armada)#Legacy|Armada Universe Tidal Wave]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|}
{{comingsoontoy}}
{{--}}

==''Legacy'' (TakaraTomy)==
[[File:TF-Legacy-Japan-Logo.png|center|300px]]
[[TakaraTomy]]'s normal-retail ''Transformers Legacy'' (トランスフォーマーレガシー ''Toransufōmā Regashī'') toyline is largely the same as Hasbro's, with no notable changes to the toys proper; the one "big" change is that the packaging adds [[List of Japanese ID numbers|ID numbers]] for each item (sadly, Hasbro's ''Legacy'' toyline ditches the number system seen in the previous ''War for Cybertron Trilogy'' toyline). But the TakaraTomy line is markedly smaller than Hasbro's, having omitted all of the package-refresh figures and the first-year Core Class figures (the Cores were eventually picked up again with the ''Evolution'' Dinobots, ''et al.''). On top of that, the list of [[exclusive]]s for the line released by TakaraTomy is a more limited selection.

Beginning with Wave 9 (corresponding to Hasbro's ''Evolution'' imprint), TakaraTomy's bios began making reference to the characters' arrival in "[[Legacy World]]", presumably the same enigmatic location featured extensively throughout Hasbro promotional images and stock photography.
{{--}}

===Comic===
TakaraTomy's iteration of the ''Legacy'' franchise is accompanied by a series of (very) short comics on their website by brand veteran [[Hayato Sakamoto]], thus far uncharacteristically continuity-light for a TakaraTomy outing as befitting ''Legacy'''s grab-bag approach:
{{chapters
|title=''Transformers Legacy''
|prev=
|align=left
|content='''Legacy VS500 Collection Special Comic:''' [[Velocitron Speedia 500 Part 1|1]] <nowiki>|</nowiki> [[Velocitron Speedia 500 Part 2|2]] <nowiki>|</nowiki> [[Velocitron Speedia 500 Part 3|3]]
}}

===General retail===
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 1''' ([[July 30]], [[2022]])
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-01 [[Skids (G1)#Legacy|Skids]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-02 [[Drag Strip (G1)#Legacy|Dragstrip]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-03 [[Bulkhead (Prime)#Legacy|Autobot Bulkhead]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 2''' ([[August 27]], 2022)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|TL-04 [[Kickback (G1)#Legacy|Kickback]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-05 [[Arcee (WFC)#Legacy|Arcee]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 3''' ([[September 24]], 2022)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-06 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 4''' ([[October 29]], 2022)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|TL-07 [[Wildrider (G1)#Legacy|Wild Rider]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-08 [[Knock Out (Prime)#Legacy|Knock Out]]}}
{{Bp-d2|TL-09 [[Jhiaxus (G2)#Legacy|Jhiaxus]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-10 [[Blitzwing (G1)/toys#Legacy|Blitzwing]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=3|[[File:TF-Legacy-Deluxe-Class-Knock-Out.jpg|250px|thumb|Knock Out]][[File:TF Legacy Deluxe Class Hot Shot.jpg|250px|thumb|Hot Shot]]
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 5''' ([[November 26]], 2022)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-p1|TL-11 [[Tarantulas (BW)/toys#Legacy|Tarantulas]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-12 [[Elita One (G1)#Legacy|Elita-1]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-13 [[Motormaster (G1)#Legacy|Motormaster]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 6''' ([[December 24]], 2022)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-14 [[Metroplex (Cybertron)#Legacy|Metroplex]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 7''' ([[January 28]], [[2023]])
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-15 [[Pointblank#Legacy|Autobot Pointblank]] & [[Peacemaker#Legacy|Autobot Peacemaker]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-16 [[Dead End (G1)#Legacy|Dead End]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 8''' ([[February 25]], 2023)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|TL-17 [[Crankcase (G1)#Legacy|Crankcase]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-18 [[Skullgrin#Legacy|Skullgrin]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-19 [[Starscream (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Starscream (Armada Universe)]]}}
{{Bp-p1|TL-20 [[Inferno (BW)#Legacy|Predacon Inferno]]}}
</ul>
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 9''' ([[March 25]], 2023)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-p1|TL-21 [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Legacy|Megatron]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-22 [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Hot Shot]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-23 [[Needlenose (G1)#Legacy|Needlenose]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-24 [[Breakdown (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Breakdown]]}}
{{Bp-m1|TL-25 [[Lio Convoy#Legacy|Leo Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-26 [[Tarn (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Tarn]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 10''' ([[May 27]], 2023)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-27 [[Slag (G1)/toys#Legacy|Slug]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-28 [[Sludge (G1)#Legacy|Sludge]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-29 [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#LegacyEvo|Soundblaster]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-30 [[Scraphook#Legacy|Scraphook]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 11''' ([[August 26]], 2023)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-31 [[Grimlock (G1)/toys#Legacy|Grimlock]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-32 [[Shrapnel (G1)#Legacy|Sharpnel]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-33 [[Prowl (Animated)#Legacy|Prowl]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-34 [[Metalhawk (G1)#Legacy|Metalhawk]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-35 [[Skyquake (Prime)#Legacy|Skyquake]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 12''' ([[September 30]], 2023)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d1|TL-36 [[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#Legacy|Thundercracker]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-37 [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Legacy|Nemesis Prime]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-38 [[Crosscut (G1)#Legacy|Senator Crosscut]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-39 [[Crashbar#Legacy|Crashbar]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-40 [[Blaster (G1)/toys#LegacyTwincast|Twincast]]}}
</ul>
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 13''' ([[October 28]], 2023)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-41 [[Skar (IDW)#Legacy|Dinobot Scowl]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-42 [[Swoop (G1)/toys#Legacy|Swoop]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-43 [[Beachcomber (G1)#Legacy|Beachcomber]] & [[Paradise Parakeet#Legacy|Paradise Parakeet]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-44 [[Devcon (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Devcon]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-45 [[Axlegrease#Legacy|Axlegrease]]}}
{{Bp-m1|TL-46 [[Black Lio Convoy#Legacy|Nemesis Leo Prime]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-47 [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Megatron (Armada Universe)]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 14''' ([[November 25]], 2023)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-48 [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Optimus Prime (Armada Universe)]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-49 [[Nemesis (G1)#Legacy|Nemesis]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 15''' ([[January 27]], 2024)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|TL-50 [[Snarl (G1)#Legacy|Dinobot Snarl]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-51 [[Bombshell (G1)#Legacy|Bombshell]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-52 [[Strongarm (RID)#Legacy|Strongarm]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-53 [[Bludgeon (G1)#Legacy|Bludgeon]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 16''' ([[February 24]], 2024)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1d1|TL-54 [[Detritus (G1)#Legacy|Detritus]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-55 [[Shadow Striker (Cyberverse)#Legacy|Shadow Striker]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-56 [[Trashmaster#Legacy|Junkion Trashmaster]]}}
{{Bp-d1|TL-57 [[Dreadwing (Prime)#Legacy|Dreadwing]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
|-
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 17''' ([[March 30]], 2024)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-m1|TL-58 [[Silverbolt (Fuzor)#Legacy|Silverbolt]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 18''' ([[April 27]], 2024)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-multi|TL-59 [[Bouldercrash#Legacy|Bouldercrash]]}}
{{bp-d1|TL-60 [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#Legacy|Megatron (Energon Universe)]]}}
{{bp-m1|TL-61 [[Tasmania Kid#Legacy|Tasmania Kid]]}}
{{bp-ss|TL-62 [[Thundertron#Legacy|Thundertron]]}}
{{bp-a1|TL-63 [[Optimus Prime (Animated)/toys#Legacy|Optimus Prime (Animated)]]}}
{{bp-m1|TL-64 [[Tigerhawk#Legacy|Tigerhawk]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''Wave 19''' ([[May 25]], 2024)
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-a1|TL-65 [[Bumblebee (Animated)/toys#Legacy|Bumblebee (Animated)]]}}
{{bp-a1|TL-66 [[Chase (RB)#Legacy|Autobot Chase]]}}
{{bp-multi|TL-67 [[Magneous#Legacy|Infernac Magneous]]}}
{{bp-a1|TL-68 [[Windblade (Cyberverse)#Legacy|Windblade]]}}
</ul>
|}
{{comingsoontoy|Wave 15 and beyond}}

===Exclusives===
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|'''[[TakaraTomy Mall]]'''
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|VS500 Collection TL EX-01 [[Blurr (G1)/toys#Legacy|Autobot Blurr]]}}
{{Bp-a1|VS500 Collection TL EX-02 [[Burn Out (Diaclone)#Legacy|Dia Burnout]]}}
{{Bp-a2|VS500 Collection TL EX-03 [[Road Rocket (G2)#Legacy|Road Rocket]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">

{{Bp-a1|VS500 Collection TL EX-04 [[Hauler#Legacy|Road Hauler]]}}
{{Bp-a1|VS500 Collection TL EX-05 [[Clampdown (G1)#Legacy|Clampdown]]}}
{{Bp-a1|VS500 Collection TL EX-06 [[Cosmos (G1)#Legacy|Autobot Cosmos]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-a1|VS500 Collection TL EX-07 [[Override (Cybertron)#Legacy|Override]]}}
{{Bp-cm|VS500 Collection TL EX-08 [[Scourge (RID)#Legacy|Scourge]]}}
{{Bp-d1|VS500 Collection TL EX-09 [[Crasher (G1)#Legacy|Decepticon Crasher]]}}
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{Bp-d2|VS500 Collection TL EX-10 [[Shadowstrip#Legacy|Shadowstrip]]}}
{{Bp-a1|VS500 Collection TL EX-11 [[Galaxy Shuttle#Legacy|Galaxy Shuttle]]}}
{{Bp-a1|TL-EX [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Legacy Evolution Core 2 pack|Optimus Prime]] & [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Legacy Evolution Core 2 pack|Bumblebee]]}}
</ul>
|
|width="20%" valign="top"| 
<ul class="iconlist">
{{bp-a1|TL-EX [[Hot Shot (Armada)/toys#LegacyPowerlinx|Powerlinx Hot Shot]] & [[Jolt (Armada)#Legacy|Jolt]]}}
<ul>
|}

==Notes==
==="Universe" designations===
The universes currently featured in the ''Legacy'' toyline include (as the line names them):
{| style="margin-left:1em;" width="100%"
|width="20%" valign="top"|
*[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated Universe]]
*[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada Universe]]
*[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars Universe]]
*[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers#Beast Wars II|Beast Wars II Universe]]
*[[Comics|Comic Universe]]
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
*[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron Universe]]
*[[Transformers: Cyberverse (franchise)|Cyberverse Universe]]
*[[Diaclone|Diaclone Universe]]
*[[Transformers: Energon (franchise)|Energon Universe]]
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
*[[The Transformers (franchise)|G1 Universe]]
*[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)|G2 Universe]]
*[[Infernac Universe]]
*[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Prime Universe]]
|
|width="20%" valign="top"|
*[[Transformers: Rescue Bots (franchise)|Rescue Bots Universe]]
*[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 franchise)|Robots in Disguise 2000 Universe]]
*[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise 2015 Universe]]
*[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (franchise)#Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory|Victory Universe]]
|
|width="20%" valign="top" rowspan=2|[[File:TF-Legacy ArmadaUniverse.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1|]]
|}

Though "G1 Universe" and "Beast Wars Universe" did not appear on the toys' boxes prior to ''United'', they do appear on the QR-accessed bios on Hasbro's website. What toys get what "____ Universe" prefixes (if any) is sometimes arbitrary. The ''Diaclone''-adjacent items in the ''Generations Selects'' and ''Buzzworthy Bumblebee'' lineups are not given the "Diaclone Universe" label. ''Velocitron'' Blurr is based ''extensively'' on a comic-original redesign but doesn't get the "Comic Universe" tag. Galaxy Shuttle gets "Victory Universe" on his packaging, but Metalhawk and Minerva don't get "[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 (Super-God Masterforce)|Masterforce]] Universe" on theirs. ''United'' Tasmania Kid likewise gets a new "Beast Wars II Universe" tag, while the previously released ''Evolution'' Leo Prime and Nemesis Leo Prime were only given "Beast Wars Universe" tags in their online bios, despite them all originating from the ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers#Beast Wars II|Beast Wars II]]'' sub-franchise, while fellow ''United'' release Magmatron gets just "Beast Wars Universe" on his box despite being from ''[[Beast Wars: Super Lifeform Transformers#Beast Wars Neo|Beast Wars '''Neo''']]''. Just roll with it.

Readers might notice that the original ''Robots in Disguise'' franchise was released in 2001, not 2000. However, ''Legacy'' basically treats both ''Robots in Disguise'' and the original Japanese version ''Car Robots'' as the same thing, and ''Car Robots'' was released in 2000. A bit more oddly, 2003 is considered the anniversary year for ''Armada'', despite the toyline and cartoon launching in Hasbro markets in Summer 2002.

In TakaraTomy's take on the line, everyone is established as visiting the "[[Legacy World]]" (レガシーワールド), alternatively "Legacy Spacetime" (レガシー時空) or "Transformers Legacy World" (トランスフォーマーレガシーワールド) in full. Their origin universe descriptions are largely similar, to the point of using Hasbro's names for the lines rather than their own (in line with their use of Hasbro's names for the characters), but there are still some notable differences and inconsistent terminology:
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*Ancient Time Universe (エンシェントタイムユニバース)
*Animated Universe (アニメイテッドユニバース)
*Armada Universe (アルマダユニバース)
*Beast Wars Universe (ビーストウォーズユニバース)
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*Beast Wars World (ビーストウォーズワールド)
*Beast Wars Metals Universe (ビーストウォーズメタルスユニバース)
*Comic Universe (コミックユニバース)
*Cybertron Universe (Cybertronユニバース)
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*Cyberverse Universe (サイバーバースユニバース)
*Energon Universe (エネルゴンユニバース)
*G1 Multiverse (G1マルチバース)
*G1 Universe (G1ユニバース)
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*G2 Universe (G2ユニバース)
*Prime Spacetime (プライム時空)
*Prime Universe (プライムユニバース)
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*Rescue Bots Universe (レスキューボッツユニバース)
*RID Universe (RIDユニバース)
*Victory Universe (ビクトリーユニバース)
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The change from "Diaclone" to "Ancient Time Universe" is because TakaraTomy has a concurrently-running ''Diaclone'' revival line entirely separate from ''Transformers'' (focusing on the original pre-''Car Robot'' aesthetic).

==Other notes==
* [[Emiliano Santalucia]] was responsible for the concept art of the various "energon weapons".<ref>Then you will actually see the concept art Emiliano Santalucia drew up even before we had the rollout of characters planned for the year. I think this will provide great insight for all yall as alot of the planning for weapon combinations was to obviously utilize our 5mm peg across all scales but this was all sold in before character selects were figured out. -[https://www.instagram.com/p/CfEo07gO0H7/ Mark Maher on Legacy Energon weapons, 2022/6/21]</ref>
* Prior to the toyline's reveal in October 2021, much of its roster was found through internal online listings from retailers such as [[Target]].
* Some toy listings featured "Evolution" as part of the toyline's name in its first year,<ref>[https://www.bigbadtoystore.com/Product/VariationDetails/181712 BigBadToyStore] listing : "Transformers Generations Legacy Evolution Voyager Wave 1 Set of 2 Figures" (outdated, "Evolution" has since been removed)</ref> far before the ''Evolution'' branding was officially introduced.
* Much like 2022's ''[[Studio Series]]'' lineup, Leader Class toys feature window-less packaging, which allows for expanded [[package art|artwork]]. The others largely utilize the same minimized window and plastic tray-less boxes from the previous line, ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom]]'', though with many hard-to-stack (but cool!) angles for the sides and no plastic window.
** The lack of a plastic window in the packaging has led to several drawbacks, most prominently the lack of support offered by the plastic window makes the packaging more susceptible to stress-based wear-and-tear, as well as tampering with the figures inside such as pushing Voyager Bulkhead's head into his chest cavity, making it appear as though the figure is missing his head.
* Due to the polarizing reception to the Generation-1-fied redesigns of ''Prime'' characters, Hasbro announced they were trying to find a better balance between preserving the original designs for non-G1 characters whilst updating them for the current aesthetic for later toys, particularly the ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' character updates,<ref>"Q: For Legacy Animated stuff, would they be in the original style or more G1-ified like the TFP toys? A: The latter, however they have heard the stylization feedback about the TFP figures, so they are working on trying to find a better balance regarding G1-ification."—[https://news.tfw2005.com/2022/07/25/sdcc-hasbro-kotobukiya-show-floor-qa-461912 TFW2005 asking Hasbro about Animated updates in Legacy]</ref> and has not ruled out on ''[[Studio Series]]'' for more accurate redos of ''Prime'' characters.<ref>"Q: Could we also see more accurate versions of them and the TFP characters in Studio Series though? A: Entirely possible, they’re talking about expanding Studio Series beyond movies."—[https://news.tfw2005.com/2022/07/25/sdcc-hasbro-kotobukiya-show-floor-qa-461912 TFW2005 asking Hasbro about more accurate redos of Prime characters]</ref> Come ''Legacy: Evolution'', the new ''Animated'' Prowl showed off this new approach, being basically the original design, just made more boxy. Meanwhile, ''Prime'' Skyquake ended up as a pretty even blend between the ''Prime'' and [[Skyquake (G1)|original Skyquake]] visually, while the ''Armada'' characters added to the line all had sculpts that were ''incredibly'' faithful to their original iterations (minus loads of gimmicks, of course, but the visuals were there).
* The original listings included a lot of entries titled "[[Energon]] Monster". These [[Fossilizer]]/[[Weaponizer]]-style Core and Deluxe toys were dropped and [[Pretender]] characters were approved at the last minute to fill in those slots.<ref>{{citesocial|link=https://www.instagram.com/p/ChXxl3gumjK/|name=Mark Maher|site=Instagram|quote=Last minute these Pretenders were approved for slots slated for dropped characters.|year=2022|day=17|month=08}}</ref>
* A ''Legacy'' animated series, conceptualized as a sequel to the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron Trilogy (cartoon)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' cartoon, was in the discussion stage at one point, but [[Netflix]] passed on the pitch,<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Per FJ DeSanto: they had a series for Transformers Legacy planned out, but Netflix passed on it. #TFconLA|link=https://twitter.com/MikeSibertRadio/status/1502847896458170375|name=Mike Seibert|site=Twitter|year=2022|month=3|day=13|(defunct=)}}</ref> as it didn't fit with Netflix's mandates at the time. Hasbro chose not to shop it to other platforms or services, as they wanted to maintain their good relationship with the streaming giant.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=To be clear Mike even though i may have said it, Netflix didn’t “hate” the pitch, in fact they liked it. But their mandates had changed and what we were proposing didn’t fit that. Hasbro didn’t want to shop it elsewhere cause they want to keep their relationship w Netflix.|link=https://twitter.com/_TradeSecrets/status/1503087301445836800|name=F.J. DeSanto|site=Twitter|year=2022|month=3|day=13|(defunct=)}}</ref> The show was intended to be much lighter in tone than ''War For Cybertron'', and would have been set centuries after the events of ''Kingdom''.<ref>{{citesocial|quote=Also the show was a dramatic change from WFC as it was lighter and more colorful as it was set centuries after WFC and would emphasize the fun of everything. See how colorful the legacy packaging is and you’ll get the idea.|link=https://twitter.com/_TradeSecrets/status/1503087741914939392|name=F.J. DeSanto|site=Twitter|year=2022|month=3|day=13|(defunct=)}}</ref>

==References==
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==External links==
*[https://tf.takaratomy.co.jp/products/tf_tl ''Transformers: Legacy''] at the TakaraTomy website

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Cab (human)

2024-01-09T21:02:37Z

Spacebridge Technician: /* Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers */ Misspelling of the gimmick name in the G1 toy summary.

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:''Cab is a [[human]] and [[Autobot]] [[Headmaster Junior]] from the [[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (franchise)|Super-God Masterforce]] portion of the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''

[[Image:Cab.jpg|right|225px|thumb|"And Ma-Ti, with the power of heart."]]
'''Cab''' (キャブ ''Kyabu'' (see [[#Name|below]]) ) is the crown prince of the [[Kingdom of Karin]] in the South Seas, but if he could have his way, he'd really rather not be. Cab has availed himself of the tropical nature of the [[Karin Islands]] to escape his responsibilities in the most extreme way possible, spending his days playing "wild boy" in the island jungle. Exposure to the evil of the [[Decepticon]]s and a burgeoning friendship with [[Shūta Gō]] prompted Cab to join up with the [[Autobot]]s and enter civilization, but like the saying goes: You can take the boy out of the jungle, but you can't take the jungle out of the boy. Brave to the point of stupidity, insufferably brash, and desperately caught up in a desire to appear mature while avoiding any of the actual responsibilities maturity entails, Cab doesn't tend to "play well" with others.

As an Autobot Headmaster Junior, Cab is bonded to a [[Transtector]] from the planet [[Master (planet)|Master]], which takes the form of a fire engine. Using his [[Master-Brace]]s, he can summon a suit of armor that enhances his physical strength, speed and reflexes, which allows him to transform into a head for his Transtector and function as a full-size Transformer robot. Aside from these Transformer powers, Cab also possesses the remarkable ability to communicate with animals, and two of his best friends are an [[parrot and armadillo|armadillo and a parrot]] that have accompanied him into the Western world. True to his self-imposed jungle upbringing, Cab is also quite an accomplished survivalist, able to build long-term shelters, cook using natural materials, and skilfully wield a knife. Both he and Shūta have a crush on their teammate [[Minerva (human)|Minerva]].

==Fiction==
===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''Super-God Masterforce'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Hiroko Emori]] (Japanese)|[[Ivo De Palma]] (Italian)}}

[[Image:Cab spear.jpg|left|215px|thumb|...Which does nothing.]]
Cab was in the midst of his usual jungle antics, tending to a wounded monkey, when his elderly guardian [[Donq]] excitedly approached him with a letter of acceptance from the [[International School|International School of Japan]]. Cab had no desire to leave the island, but Donq was insistent that he be properly educated in preparation for his royal duties, and Cab angrily ran off into the jungle, where he was attacked by the Decepticon [[Dauros]] and a swarm of [[Seacon (Masterforce)|Seacons]]. The Autobots [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]] and [[Diver (G1)|Diver]] saw the Decepticons off, but when Donq refused to believe Cab's claim that he had seen the two [[Pretender]]s transform from humans into robots, the prince again ran off in anger. Cab was followed to a nearby beach by the Autobots' companion Shūta Gō, but Cab immediately attacked the boy, thinking that he too was a robot. Shūta was able to defuse the situation, although he couldn't hide his amusement at Cab's general lack of knowledge of western culture. Cab responded by showing off his own talents, translating the cawing of a bird as a message that the Decepticons had been spotted on the nearby "Isle of the Gods". Despite Shūta's pleas, Cab headed off to fight the Decepticons himself, only to be captured and imprisoned. The Autobots were able to follow Cab's trail to the island and defeat the Decepticons, proving their true nature to the young prince. Jealous of Shūta's friendship with the Autobots, Cab decided to attend the International School after all, so that he could travel to Japan and forge a bond with Shūta and the Pretenders himself. {{storylink|Terror! The Decepticons' Manhunt}}

[[Image:Cab armor.jpg|right|150px|thumb|Hey, where'd the monkey go?]]
Rather than move into the school dormitory, Cab elected to build a [[Cab's treehouse|treehouse]] in the woods surrounding [[Autobot Base]], where he lived with his parrot and armadillo, despite Shūta's incredulous reaction to his completely technology-free homestead. Eager to aid the Autobots in their mission, he and Shūta joined them in travelling to Corsica, where they befriended an ambassador's daughter named [[Minerva (human)|Minerva]], and saved her and her family from a Decepticon plot by fighting and defeating a [[Destroid]] [[stewardess]] with their bare hands. {{storylink|Kidnapping!? The Targeted Jumbo Jet}} Minerva proceeded to enroll in the International School alongside the two boys, and the trio's determination to help the Autobots prompted Metalhawk to make them a remarkable offer. Given Master-Braces and a Transtector, Cab and the others became Autobot Headmaster Junior warriors. {{storylink|Birth! Headmaster Jrs}}

Although the Juniors primarily performed rescue operations, with Cab handling fire extinguishing, they were sent to America to train with Diver for [[Holographic battle drone|combat scenarios]]. As bad luck would have it, an attack by the Decepticon Headmaster Juniors on a nearby city occurred during their visit, and the team had to spring into action alone. Cab was able to interpret the barking of a [[Pis|dog]] to help Minerva find its buried [[little girl (Masterforce)|owner]], and then worked on his teamwork with Shūta by taking out a [[Lobclaw]]. {{storylink|Rage!! Little Devils with No Need for Rules}}

Correspondence from the Karin Islands came regularly for Cab, from a package of the islands' coconuts {{storylink|Panic! Protect the Wild Animals!!}} to a letter from Donq, which was delivered by the foppish Mr. [[Kaiser]], Cab's most hated of all teachers. Donq had written to inform Cab that the Karin Islands were at last going to receive electricity, from a new tidal power plant being built on Viscas Island. Predictably, the plant became a target for the Decepticons, now joined by the powerful [[Godmaster (lifeform)|Godmaster]] brothers [[Hydra (G1)|Hydra]] and [[Buster (G1)|Buster]], who the Autobots were only just able to beat back. {{storylink|A Fierce Battle!! The Autobots Are in Trouble}} In answer to their prayers, the Autobots were soon joined by their own Godmaster, [[Ginrai (human)|Ginrai]], who Cab welcomed into their ranks with a feast of Karin Island's famous fire-pit cooking. {{storylink|Friend or Foe!? The True Form of the Monster!!}}

[[Image:Cab fishing.jpg|left|180px|thumb|I killed something!]]
The Juniors' summer vacation did not get off to a good start when Cab was caught peeping on the girls' swimming class towards the end of school, but things took an upward turn with the discovery of another Autobot Godmaster named [[Lightfoot (G1)|Lightfoot]]. {{storylink|Lightfoot: A Dramatic Encounter}} The Juniors accompanied Metalhawk, [[Lander]], Ginrai and Lightfoot on a camping trip into the Rocky Mountains, where Cab resolved to catch a massive king salmon and cook up a banquet for the group. He had little luck until the arrival of a forest patrolman named [[Ranger]], who shared his special bait with Cab, allowing him to successfully make his catch. Availing himself of Ranger's offer to share his cabin when a storm struck that night, the Autobots discovered that the friendly patrolman was in fact the next Autobot Godmaster. {{storylink|An Enemy? The Third Godmaster, Ranger}} Cab and the other Juniors were later invited to France by Lightfoot to watch the finale of the World Grand Prix, and Cab severely geeked out in the presence of champion [[Road King]], who he had sign his chest. Road King proved to be the fourth Autobot Godmaster. {{storylink|Assemble! The Four Godmaster Gunmen}}

[[Image:Cab dance.jpg|right|180px|thumb|He doesn't dare to be stupid, sadly.]]
As summer break drew towards a close, Cab took the other Juniors back to the Karin Islands. Unfortunately, Cab's return coincided with an outlandish Decepticon plot to kidnap doctors, leaving his sickly childhood friend [[Copo]] unable to receive treatment for her debilitating condition. Cab was able to help move Copo to the medical facility on Viscas Island while the united forces of the Autobot Godmasters rescued the doctors, allowing Copo to be healed, and the Juniors to properly enjoy their vacation. {{storylink|Save the Little Girl! The Chōjin Warriors, the Godmasters}} Crazy Decepticon plans were still the order of the day when the Juniors returned to school to hear stories of a mysterious fortune-teller on television who predicted disasters across the planet. All the predictions soon came true and Cab and the other Juniors had to protect a town from a raging flood, only for it all to turn out to have been yet another Decepticon scheme. {{storylink|Expose the Decepticons' Dark Trap!}}

[[Image:Cab transtector.jpg|left|230px|thumb|"[[Brainstorm (G1)|Brainstorm]], no! If you destroy all the cows on the planet, how will we make [[BBQ Double Stackticon|hamburgers]]?"]]
Soon thereafter, Cab, Shūta and Minerva were at last let in on a secret the other Autobots had been keeping from them: the "Bomber Project", a plan to construct a power-up drone known as "[[Godbomber]]" for Ginrai to help him fight [[Scorponok (G1)|BlackZarak]], a mighty Decepticon presently approaching from space. {{storylink|Super Ginrai Gets Blown Away in the Desert!?}} Shūta and Cab sparred with him a little to help him work through the pain of injuries caused by a recent battle with the Decepticon [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]], {{storylink|God Ginrai - Into the Sky!!}} but they and other Autobots were able only to watch as Ginrai jetted into space and battled Overlord and BlackZarak on [[Earth]]'s [[Moon (moon)|moon]]. {{storylink|God Ginrai - Showdown on the Surface of the Moon}} Ginrai ultimately prevailed, and, after his return to Earth, Godbomber even revealed a new power, transforming into a robot that Cab and the Juniors discovered they could combine their [[Chōkon Power]] to control. {{storylink|Destroy Godbomber!!}}

When the Autobots believed they had at last recruited the final Godmaster, a young man named [[Clouder]], Cab and Shūta were somewhat suspicious of their new "teammate." Although Minerva and Ginrai brushed off their concerns, Metalhawk was not so dismissive, and eventually proved that Clouder was, in fact, a Decepticon double-agent. {{storylink|Secret Orders! Destroy the Autobot Base!!}} Unfortunately, Clouder had already supplied the Decepticons with information on the base, and had planted a series of bombs throughout the headquarters that crippled its defenses and injured Metalhawk. Cab, Shūta and Minerva were left to defend the base alone against a Decepticon onslaught, and were ultimately forced to abandon it before it was destroyed. {{storylink|Disaster! The Autobot Base Explodes}}

[[Image:Ginrai juniors.jpg|right|180px|thumb|"Let our powers combine!"]]
Soon after, BlackZarak returned and was able to reach the Earth, causing the conflict to escalate as cities all over the world were attacked. Cab then participated in an all-out attack on the Decepticon base, during which BlackZarak merged with the Decepticon emperor [[Devil Z]]. {{storylink|The Ultimate Combination!! BlackZarak, the New Lifeform}}. When the composite villain moved his base of operations into the [[Grand Canyon]], the Autobots pursued, and Cab was part of a team along with Shūta, Minerva and Ranger who were attacked by [[King Poseidon]]. Cab and Shūta tried taking the combiner on directly, but the strategy proved unsuccessful, {{storylink|Autobots! Desperate Attack!!}} as did their attempt at a rematch in the Alps, where Metalhawk had to bail them out. Ginrai arrived to defeat the combiner, but Metalhawk and the Juniors were badly wounded and forced to remain behind as Ginrai headed to the summit of the Matterhorn to face BlackZarak. {{storylink|Malevolent and Inhuman! The True Form of Devil Z}} During the battle, BlackZarak transformed into an even more powerful serpent mode, but as Ginrai fought on, his burning spirit was felt by Cab, Minerva and Shūta. All three Juniors suddenly found themselves transported into his chest cockpit, where their energies helped him destroy BlackZarak. His host destroyed, Devil Z raged impotently until Ginrai and the Juniors united every last drop of their power in the Final Fire Guts attack, which completely destroyed the arch-villain. In the aftermath of the battle, the Autobots were all immediately enveloped in a glow and transformed from robots back into their human forms, now without their Masterbraces. Moments later, the truth of the situation was revealed: The death of Devil Z had caused their bond to their Transtectors to be severed. Their Transtectors, however, all lived on, evolved into true super-robot lifeforms through the power of their bond. Cab's Transtector departed for space with all the others to carry on the fight against the Decepticons. {{storylink|A Battle... and Then...}}
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Go, Goshooter - Showdown in the Wasteland}} {{storylink|Super Warriors - The Godmaster Brothers}} {{storylink|Ginrai: God On of Rage!!}} {{storylink|A Strange Friendship: Cancer and Minerva}} {{storylink|Heroism!! The Birth of Super Ginrai}} {{storylink|A Powerful Foe!! Sixknight the Wanderer}} {{storylink|The Autobot Warrior, Sixknight?!}} {{storylink|Will the Bomber Project Be Destroyed!?}} {{storylink|Overlord - Terror of the Chōkon Tornado}} {{storylink|Escape!! The Underwater Volcano Erupts}} {{storylink|Appearance!! The Final Godmaster}} {{storylink|BlackZarak - Destroyer from Space}} {{storylink|Crisis! The Day of Human Extinction}} {{storylink|God Ginrai - Save Cancer!?}} {{storylink|God Ginrai: Showdown at the Decepticon Base}} {{storylink|Battle to the Death!! God Ginrai VS Darkwings Reborn}}}}

====''Cloud''====
{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Wandering}}}}

====''Legends'' comic====
In [[2021]] after the [[Masterforce War]], Cab, Shūta, and Minerva went into space with [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]]'s crew in order to find the missing former Decepticon Headmaster Juniors. {{storylink|LG24 Shockwave & Cancer Prologue}} The three were then caught up in a battle between Fortress Maximus's and [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]]'s troops. When Scorponok detonated a nearby black hole, Fortress had [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] take the humans to safety, and so they avoided being infected with "[[blackball]]s" like the other Autobots. {{storylink|Headmaster Chapter Prologue}} The humans would join the Autobots in the [[Legends World]], where they reunited with the former Decepticon Headmaster Juniors, who brought them new Headmaster-Braces from [[Grand Maximus|Grand]]. {{storylink|LG24 Shockwave & Cancer Prologue}} When a trailer very similar to Ginrai's transtector appeared in this universe, Cab and the others brought Ginrai over to claim it. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 35|Bonus Edition Vol. 35}} Cab later got a job as a waiter at the local [[Starscream (BW)|Starscream]]'s "little brother café", {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 40|Bonus Edition Vol. 40}} and was working there when [[Flywheels]] came to visit his fellow waiter [[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|LGEX Headmaster Set Chapter}}

A new Godbomber was built in the Legends World only for its parts to be stolen by the Decepticons, though the main Headmaster component was left behind. Cab, Shūta and Minerva communed with the drone like they had before, embuing it with life with their Chōkon Power, then accompanied it into battle with the false Godbomber. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 42|Bonus Edition Vol. 42}} Cab was later working at the café when [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] crash-landed right outside. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 43|Bonus Edition Vol. 43}} The Headmaster Juniors accompanied Ginrai on a delivery job to [[Bonapar Island]], where they were attacked by a revived Giga and Mega who separated Ginrai and Godbomber from their transtectors. Cab used his Headmaster form to take control of Godbomber's transtector, naming the result "God Cab", and helped drive off the attackers by combining with Ginrai's body. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. EX (God Ginrai)|Bonus Edition God Ginrai}} Later at the café, Cab served [[Octane]] and [[Tigatron]]. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 57|Bonus Edition Vol. 57}} Giga and Mega lured Cab and friends to their [[Chōkon Tower Chinese Restaurant]] to settle the score with Ginrai, and the Headmaster Juniors assisted in the duel by sitting inside Godbomber and lending God Ginrai their power. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 60|Bonus Edition Vol. 60}} They were among the Masterforce warriors who joined forces to defeat a returned Devil Z, again by powering up Godbomber. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. EX (Grand Maximus)|Bonus Edition Grand Maximus}}

===''TV Magazine'' comic continuity===
====''Super-God Masterforce'' comic====
[[Image:Cab manga punch.jpg|left|180px|thumb|Fail.]]
When three monstrous, shadowy creatures attacked the Karin Islands, Cab was spoiling for a chance to fight them, only to be restrained by his guardian, Donq. A young boy, Shūta, appeared quite abruptly and joined in the effort to persude Cab to back down from the fight, but Cab responded by slugging Shūta one and telling the foreigner to keep out of it. Cab was promptly shocked into silence when the monstrous figures revealed themselves to be the Decepticon Pretenders and were engaged in battle by Shūta's Autobot friend, Metalhawk. As Metalhawk routed the Decepticons, Shūta explained the origins of the Pretenders to Cab, and promised to introduce the prince to the Autobot hero. {{storylink|Gods? Demons? The Pretenders}}

Back in Japan, Cab and Shūta attended the International School together and soon discovered that Metalhawk had recruited their classmate, Minerva. Metalhawk explained that the three kids were going to help fight the Decepticons, and after a period of intensive training, they were given Master-Braces and Transtectors and became Headmaster Juniors. Cab and Shūta immediately went joyriding in their Transtectors and ran into trouble when they encountered a [[Lobclaw]] Seacon, but Metalhawk saved them—though not without chastising them for their lack of teamwork. {{storylink|The Birth of the Junior Headmasters}}

[[Image:Cab manga.jpg|right|160px|thumb|Where'd my left arm go?]]
During a later battle between Metalhawk and Blood, Metalhawk summoned the Headmaster Juniors to aid in the rescue effort in the surrounding city. Living in a treehouse in the forest around the Autobot base, Cab was able to head into action quite quickly, not having to sneak out of the International School dormitory like Shūta and Minerva. The three Juniors joined up and discovered that their foes were their opposite numbers, Decepticon Headmaster Juniors, whom they soundly defeated. {{storylink|The Battle of Destiny - Children of Good and Evil}}

{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Burn, Chokon! New Commander Super Ginrai!}}}}

Cab and the Juniors soon met and befriended the Autobot Godmaster Ginrai, {{storylink|On Scene! Our Savior's Name Is Ginrai!}} and later travelled to the planet [[Athenia]] to see him be appointed [[Supreme Commander]] of the Autobots. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The Earth-Space Alliance Army}} With the other Autobot Masterforce warriors, Cab fought [[King Poseidon|Grand King Poseidon]] on Earth. {{storylink|Headmasters VS Masterforce}} The Juniors' relationship with Ginrai grew even stronger with the creation of Godbomber, a drone piloted by Cab, Shūta and Minerva, that combined with the Autobot leader and allowed him to defeat Overlord and BlackZarak. {{storylink|God Ginrai's Amazing Divine Combination!}}

At one point, Cab and Shūta were captured by the Decepticons and tortured by Blood. [[Mega]] and [[Giga]] hoped that the two boys would join their twisted Decepticon family, but Shūta refuted the notion that the villains were any kind of family at all. Thankfully, they were rescued by Minerva and Ginrai, and as they recuperated, the boys laughed about how the two seemed to be filling the roles of their mother and father. {{storylink|The Good and Evil Families of Earth}}

{{charstubfiction|{{storylink|The Decepticons' Great Counterattack!}} {{storylink|Life or Death? The Desperate Divine Combination!}} {{storylink|The Great Turnabout of the Autobots}}}}

In the final battle against BlackZarak, the villain turned on his fellow Decepticons, leading them to unite with the Autobots in defeating him. All of the Transformers boarded Grand Maximus and charged him with their energy before he crashed straight into BlackZarak, obliterating him and Devil Z. The death of Devil Z caused the bond between the humans and their Transtectors to be broken, and Cab became a normal kid again as his now-living Transtector and those of all the other Autobots headed into space to continue the fight against the Decepticons. {{storylink|The Birth of the Super Life-Forms}}

====''Victory'' comic====
[[Image:Cab victories.jpg|left|115px|thumb|It's back, but it's tiny now.]]
When a new Transformer war erupted on Earth, Cab and Shūta decided to check out the new Supreme Commander, [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]], thinking that he wasn't a patch on God Ginrai. They appeared in the middle of a battle between Star Saber and the Decepticons, lecturing the adopted human sons of the two faction leaders ([[Jan Minakaze]] of the Autobots and [[Solon Kitakaze (G1)|Solon Kitakaze]] of the Decepticons) on how much better Ginrai was. In mid-pontification, however, the boys were attacked by [[Dinoforce]] member [[Kakuryu (G1)|Kakuryu]]. Star Saber swooped in to save them and hurled Kakuryu over a cliff, but as the Decepticon clawed at the edge of the crevice, Star Saber showed mercy and helped him back up. This was enough to convince Cab and Shūta that Star Saber was a good egg, and they cemented their friendship with Jan. {{storylink|Star Saber, Warrior of Love!}} Jan was later invited by the boys to Cab's treehouse, but that didn't turn out to be such a good idea, since [[Yokuryu]] smashed up the place and captured Jan. {{storylink|Danger, Jan! Hurry, Star Saber!}}

Cab and Shūta established themselves as members of Star Saber's Autobot warriors when they and Jan donned suits of armor to become a team known as the "[[Victories]]". Cab wore a suit based on the [[Brainmaster]] warrior, [[Laster]]. {{storylink|Star of Friendship, Jan and Star Saber!}} The Victories were soon joined by Jan's sister [[Patty Minakaze|Patty]] (to whom both boys took a liking), {{storylink|The Strongest Pair, the Combination of Victory!}} despite her making them scrub and lean the Autobot base. {{storylink|Victory Saber Is Strong!}} More surprisingly, they were also joined by Solon, who betrayed the Decepticons when he learned his true heritage. With their team now completed, they were able to channel their power into their respective Autobot counterparts to form the Victory Blade attack, soundly thrashing [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]] and [[Liokaiser]] in one blast. {{storylink|Shine, Five Stars of Victory}}

Cab, Shūta and the other Victories were all aboard [[Galaxy Shuttle]] during the final battle between the Autobots and Deathsaurus's planet-destroying fortress. When the battle was done, they all boarded the fortress with the other Autobots and Decepticons and witnessed Deathsaurus's disclosure that the fortress contained all the Decepticon civilians. This revelation led to the laying down of Autobot and Decepticon arms and the beginning of a new age of peace. Cab and Shūta glomped Patty in happiness. {{storylink|The Grand Victory War}}
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==Toys==
===''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers''===
{{anchor|Super-God Masterforce}}
[[Image:G1Hosehead toy.jpg|upright=1.66|right|thumb|High in Carbs.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''Carb''' {{sic}} (Headmaster Junior, [[1988]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''C-302'''
:*''Accessories'': Transtector vehicle, seat/helmet, "Anti-Fire Gun", left & right "laser pistols"

: Released in the fourth year of Takara's ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers]]'' line under the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (toyline)#1988 (Super-God Masterforce)|Super-God Masterforce]]'' banner, Cab is identical to the [[Hasbro]]-release [[Lug (G1)#Toys|Lug]]; a small armored humanoid that transforms into a robot head compatible with any Headmaster body.

: He comes with his Headmaster Transtector, identical to the Hasbro-release [[Hosehead (G1)#Toys|Hosehead]], transforming into a red fire truck of indeterminate, possibly-made-up model. Unlike his fellow Headmaster Juniors, Cab does not sit in a covered pilot compartment, but is placed ''behind'' the truck cab using the robot out helmet as a seat. The ladder base has a ratcheted joint, allowing it to rotate, while the ladder itself can extend out to 22cm in length and also has a movable compound nozzle. His two laser pistols can be attached to the sides of the vehicle, while his Anti-Fire Gun plugs into the ladder.

: Like all Headmaster toys, Cab's Transtector has a flip-down panel on his chest which covers a spring-loaded mini-[[Tech Spec]]-meter which gives reads for Speed, Strength and Intelligence. The tumblers are activated when Cab (or any other Headmaster unit) is plugged into his neck socket. Cab has the transtector's face plainly visible on his back because, as a smaller Headmaster toy, he lacks the flip down panel featured on larger Headmasters.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1988/Autobot/Hosehead/hosehead.htm More information on Cab/Hosehead at TFU.info]''
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===''Legends''===
[[File:TF-Legends-LGEX-Cab.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Cab wears jorts on alternating Thursdays.]]
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1|'''God Ginrai''' (Multi-pack, [[2017]])}}</ul>
:*''ID number'': '''LG-EX'''
:*''Release date'': [[December 2]], 2017

: ''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' Cab transforms from armored human to robot head, with both modes being based on his appearance in the ''Masterforce'' anime. His head mode can be plugged into the neck socket of every Deluxe-or-larger ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]''-style figure, and his human mode can interact with related vehicle modes and accessories.

: Cab was only available in a [[TakaraTomy Mall]]-exclusive multi-pack with [[Ginrai (human)#LGEX|Super Ginrai]], [[Godbomber#LGEX|Godbomber]], and [[Minerva (human)#Legends|Minerva]].

==Notes==
*According to his supplementary [[bio]] card, Cab is 13 years old. As the ''Masterforce'' anime was later established as transpiring in [[2020]], this puts his birth date in or around [[2007]].
*Observe carefully. While Hosehead and Cab do not have any differences in their toys, the anime gives Cab a white helmet, chest, and thighs where the toy has grey.

===Name===
Given that Cab's alt-mode has nothing to do with taxicabs and does not match the Japanese rendition of "cabin" (キャビン ''kyabin''), his name is probably a shortening of "carburetor", as the spelling on his toy packaging implies. You see, the Japanese adaptation of "carburetor" (キャブレター ''kyaburetā'') is inexplicably modeled on the vowel sound of "cab" (キャブ ''kyabu'') as opposed to "carb" (カーブ ''kābu''). Consequently, there is no clear way to adapt Cab's name back into English.

If this scenario confuses you, then for a parallel example, consider the much-lampooned English word "salmon". This word's pronunciation is inherited from the Middle French form "saumon", with no audible L, but written according to the Classical Latin root "salmō-". The result is that millions of English speakers educated in school walk around speaking a pronunciation that makes no sense according to the orthography.

===Foreign names===
*''English:'' '''Hosehead''' ([[Omni Productions]] dub)
*''Italian:'' '''Genio''' ("Genius" or "Genie")
*''Mandarin:'' '''Shuǐlóngtóu''' (China, 水龙头, "Water Tap")
*''Russian:'' '''Griva''' (Грива, "Mane")

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