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Minerva (G1 robot)

2022-10-29T03:50:27Z

SpeedFreak01: /* Legacy */ Removed unnecessary commentary (redecos of toys that aren't Headmasters into characters that are traditionally Headmasters isn't a new concept, and her not being a Porsche is already evident from just being a headswap repaint)

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:''Minerva is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''
[[File:Minerva robotmode.jpg|thumb|300px|]]

'''Minerva''' (ミネルバ ''Mineruba'') is either a former [[Transtector]] who gained life from and independently of her former owner, [[Minerva (human)|Minerva]], via the power of [[Masterforce (technology)|Masterforce]], or a normal [[Transformer|Cybertronian]]. Nevertheless, she has great skills in medicine.

==Fiction==
===Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity===
====''Super-God Masterforce'' cartoon====
The Transtector that would become Minerva was manufactured by the Autobots of [[Master (planet)|Master]] under [[Chromedome (G1)|Chromedome]]'s eye, to allow the [[human]]s of [[Earth]] to defend their planet against the [[Decepticon]]s if needed. When the human Minerva and her friends requested to join the battle, [[Metalhawk (G1)|Metalhawk]] granted the children their wish in the form of [[Master-Brace]]s and the [[Headmaster Junior]] Transtectors. With her Transtector, Minerva participated in the epic war against the Decepticons led by [[Devil Z]]. {{storylink|Birth! Headmaster Jrs}}

In the wake of Devil Z's destruction, the bond between the Autobot humans and their Transtectors was broken, and Minerva became a normal kid again as her now-living Transtector and those of all the other Autobots headed into space to continue the fight against the Decepticons. {{storylink|A Battle... and Then...}}

====''Legends'' comic====
The living Transtector, having taken its partner's name for its own, came to be stationed at [[G Nebula 89]]. In [[2021]], Minerva watched on as [[Grand Maximus]] unveiled the "Super Convoy Project", a new body in which a resurrected [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] would occupy. {{storylink|LG24 Shockwave & Cancer Prologue}} She was later present to defend the transtector factory when [[Overlord (G1)|Overlord]] and his forces attacked. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 39|Bonus Edition Vol. 39}} She worked with [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] to upgrade [[Godbomber]]'s armor plating, {{storylink|TF Legends Late Xmas Present Chapter|Late Xmas Present Chapter}} and came with him to the [[Legends World]] where she helped save him from [[Katsu Don]]'s clutches. {{storylink|Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 56|Bonus Edition Vol. 56}} She was defeated by Katsu Don when he returned to steal the [[Targetmaster (technology)|Targetmasters]] Perceptor was working on. {{storylink|Targetmaster Chapter Finale: Legends World in Imminent Danger! Part One|Legends World in Imminent Danger! Part One}}

====''Victory'' cartoon====
{{voiceactor|[[Tomoko Maruo]] (Japanese)}}

[[File:Minerva victory.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|Odds are, you only like two of these characters.]]

Several years later, when the living Transtector [[Ginrai (robot)|Ginrai]] was fatally wounded in battle with Decepticon leader [[Deathsaurus (G1)|Deathsaurus]], Minerva was summoned to Earth along with [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]] and [[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]] for medical support. Unfortunately, it was soon determined that nothing could be done for Ginrai, save to rebuild him in an entirely new form. {{storylink|Ginrai Dies!!}} Using a design crafted by Autobot [[Supreme Commander]] [[Star Saber (G1)|Star Saber]], Minerva, Wheeljack, and Perceptor rebuilt Ginrai as Victory Leo {{storylink|Fight!! Victory Leo}} and subsequently implanted a circuit in Star Saber's head that would allow him and Victory Leo to combine. {{storylink|Awaken! Victory Leo}} Perceptor was wary of the strain on Star Saber's body when the combination was first used, but when Minerva pressed him for details, he assured her everything would turn out fine. {{storylink|The Tide Is Turned! The Ultimate Weapon, the Victory Unification}}

====Metrowars====
Following a devastating attack by [[Metrotitan (G1)|Metrotitan]], Minerva, with the help of [[Glit (KP)|Glit]], rebuilt [[Manta Ray (G2)|Manta Ray]] from his [[Master Class]] body into a new body, sans [[Energon Matrix]]. She filled Manta Ray into what was happening with [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]] after Metrotitan's attack. {{Storylink|Metrowars}}

====Train Wars====
Minerva was at [[G Nebula 89]] with [[Cab (robot)|Cab]] when the [[Second Army]] came under attack by [[Darkwings]], [[Black Shadow (G1)|Black Shadow]], and [[Blue Bacchus]], who sought out the [[transtector]] factory. Minerva called out to their commander, Goshooter, to help, and he sent the [[Decepticon]]s fleeing with the power of his partner, [[Shūta Gō]]. Afterwards, though, Minerva found herself annoyed at the two's constant attempts to one-up each other. {{storylink|Train Wars: Goshooter & Shūta Gō Chapter}}

===''Super-God Masterforce'' comic===
Minerva and her friends were recruited by Metalhawk to fight [[Devil Z]]'s Decepticons. After a period of intensive training, they were given Master-Braces and Transtectors, becoming Headmaster Juniors. {{storylink|The Birth of the Junior Headmasters}}

Later, the death of Devil Z caused the bond between the humans and their Transtectors to be broken, and Minerva became a normal kid again as her 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}}

===''Kre-O'' online comic===
[[File:KreO-webcomic-4-Minerva.jpg|100px|thumb]]

When [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]]'s new invention "[[Skeletron]]" gave [[Optimus Prime (Kre-O)|Optimus Prime]] a new see-through torso, Minerva blushed at just how embarrassing the look was. {{Storylink|Wheeljack's Bizarre Invention! Optimus Power Up!?}} She apparently treated [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]] after a roof collapsed on him. {{storylink|Dive Into the Fire! The Rescue Operation of Friendship}}
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===2019 IDW continuity===

Minerva was chief medic for the [[Wreckers]], a covert insertion unit posing as a traveling stunt show. Because she was not a participant in their broadcasts, Minerva often served as pilot for their ship, the ''[[Stuntmaster]]''. The Wreckers were drawn to [[Velocitron]] after a terrorist cell called [[Mayhem]] interrupted one of their broadcasts to threaten the upcoming [[Speedia 500]] race. {{storylink|Tread & Circuits Part 1}} During recon before the race, Minerva monitored the [[Ascenticon]] racer [[Knock Out (G1)|Knock Out]] for Mayhem sympathies, but was only able to conclusively determine he was an arrogant twit. Their surveillance was interrupted when the Wreckers' cameraman [[Circuit (G1)|Circuit]] spotted Mayhem in the city, but was shot down before he could do more. Minerva found him in a bad state and barely managed to get Circuit stabilized back on the ''Stuntmaster''. {{storylink|Tread & Circuits Part 2}}

Mayhem attacked during the race, causing several deaths. While most of the Wreckers were on the speedway, Minerva and the medics were pulled back by [[Security Operations]] during the commotion. {{storylink|Tread & Circuits Part 3}} During the closing ceremonites at the Velocitronian Senate days later, Minerva spotted [[Submarauder (G1)|Submarauder]] of Mayhem making his way towards the balconies. She tried to intervene when he fired a harpoon gun at the new First Senator, Knock Out. Minerva tried to pursue the assassin, but Submarauder abandoned his Pretender shell and left it behind to detonate with hidden explosives. Minerva was disoriented by the blast and found by Security Operations clutching the assassin's weapon. She was arrested under suspicion of attempted murder. [[Thunder Clash]] and Minerva agreed to let Sec-Ops sort out the problem, letting the Wreckers leave Velocitron to maintain their cover. However, Minerva soon learned Mayhem and Sec-Ops had been in cahoots with the Ascenticons from the start. Knock Out's victory and rise to power had been deliberately orchestrated, and he sentenced Minerva to indefinite stasis once the Wreckers cleared out. {{storylink|Tread & Circuits Part 4}}

==Games==
===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===
{{chargamestub|{{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}}}

==Toys==
===''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers''===
{{anchor|Super-God Masterforce}}
[[File:MF-toy Minerva.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|The three vehicle-mounted weapons fire aspirin, we promise.]]
*'''Minelba''' {{sic}} (Headmaster Junior, [[1988]])
**''ID number'': '''C-303'''
**''Accessories'': Transtector, seat/helmet, left & right "Shock Blasters", "Shock Gun"
{{toydesigner|[[Ban Magami]] (concept artist)}}

:Minerva's Transtector is referred to as an ambulance, but let's be honest—it's a Porsche 959 with an emergency rescue color scheme that wouldn't likely be very useful in transporting patients around. The roof is hinged and can be opened to reveal an interior cockpit that Minerva herself can sit inside of; the prominent hinge itself is rather cleverly disguised as a lightbar, something that Minerva's American mold-partner, [[Nightbeat (G1)|Nightbeat]], lacks. Her Shock Blasters plug in just above the vehicle's headlights, while her larger Shock Gun can be plugged onto the roof.

:In robot mode, Minerva's cockpit seat becomes a helmet, into which the small Shock Blasters plug as antennae. Like all Headmaster toys, Minerva has a flip-down panel on her chest which covers a spring-loaded mini-Tech-Spec-meter which gives readings for Speed, Strength and Intelligence. The tumblers are activated when Minerva (or any other Headmaster unit) is plugged into the neck socket. Minerva has her robot mode face plainly visible on her back because, as a smaller Headmaster toy, she lacks the flip down panel that covers the face featured on larger Headmasters. As another consequence of being a smaller Headmaster, Minerva's chest cavity was apparently too small for 3 individual tumblers. As a result, all Headmaster heads inserted will display her pre-molded (and painted) Speed, Strength, and Intelligence readings (7, 5, 8) on one large sliding plate.

:As noted above, Minerva shares a mold with the American Headmaster Nightbeat, but it is unclear which character came first in the design process.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1988/Cybertron/Minerva/minerva.htm More information on Minerva at TFU.info]''

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[[File:G1Nightbeat toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Not-Beat.]]
*'''Minerva Night Beat''' (Headmaster Junior, 1988)
**''Accessories'': Transtector, seat/helmet, left & right Shock Blasters, Shock Gun

: Essentially just a Japanese release of [[Hasbro]]'s Nightbeat toy, this version of the Minerva toy was only available by mail order, for the price of 1800 yen and four [[Robot Point]]s. It is unknown if this version of the toy came in a simple mailer box or in [[Hasbro]] packaging.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1988/Autobot/Nightbeat/nightbeat.htm More information on Minerva Night Beat (well, Nightbeat) at TFU.info]''
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Deluxe-Minerva.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|She may not be a Headmaster anymore, but at least this one won't cost you three grand.]]
*'''Autobot Minerva''' (Deluxe Class, [[2022]])
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TBA'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': TBA
**''Accessories'': Twin [[Energon]] blasters, lightbar
{{toydesigner|[[Mark Maher]] (Hasbro)}}

: ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' Deluxe Class Minerva is a redeco and new head retool of Legacy Deluxe Class [[Elita One (G1)#Legacy|Elita-1]] that transforms into a Cybertronian buggy. Like Elita, her backpack kibble can be arranged in a Super God Masterforce accurate set of pauldrons, or bunched together behind her torso.

: Her accessories include the same blasters from Elita-1 now cast in a translucent white plastic (although the blaster based on her original weapon is painted black, while the one based off Elita One's is left unpainted), as well as an ambulance lightbar that can be attached to her alt mode.

: Over half a year earlier, it was previewed in [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers: Wreckers—Tread & Circuits|Tread & Circuits]]'' comic book. In North America, this figure was [[exclusive]]ly available at [[Walgreens]], but it was sold first by In Demand Toys in the [[United Kingdom|UK]] before any official announcement from [[Hasbro]].

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==Merchandise==
===Super Collection Figure===
[[File:SCF MinervaRobot.jpg|thumb|300px|I will NOT make the Knee Test!]]
*'''Minerva''' (2001)
**''ACT'': '''2'''
**''Accessories'': Stand

: A PVC figurine of Minerva, based on her robot mode character model, was available in the second "act" of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' line. Her simple assembly gives her some limited articulation, with swivels at the neck, shoulders and forearms.

: Like all the figures in the act, she was available as both a standard full-color figure, and as a colorless clear plastic version, one of each in a case of twelve blind-packed PVCs.

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==Notes==
[[File:Chromia Minerva toy.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Probably buddies with [[Arcee (Energon)|Ariel Paradron-Type]].]]
*Upon her release, Minerva was the first female Transformer toy. Many years later, though, her position would be retroactively usurped when [[Freezon]] was retconned into being female.
*Although Minerva's Transtector doesn't have room to ferry patients like a real ambulance would (which is what it's referred to being as), it would qualify as a {{w|fly-car}} due to it having a faster response time to emergencies (and saving ambulance resources if the situation is minor).
*Minerva's color scheme was used for the DVD-exclusive "White Version" [[redeco]] of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)#Minerva|Thunderblast]]. It made her look quite like [[Override (Cybertron)|Override]].
*Like all non-toy robot [[Kreon]]s in the ''Kre-O'' manga, Minerva is made from existing ''Kre-O'' parts. She uses the ever-popular [[Hound (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Hound]] helmet, though it's a little hard to tell just what she has attached to her arms due to the small size of the comic.

===Foreign names===
*''English:'' '''Nightbeat''' ([[Omni Productions]] dub)
*''Italian:'' '''Phantom'''
*''Russian:'' '''Vetochka''' (Веточка, "Tree Branch")
*''Spanish:'' '''Cher''' (America)

==References==
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[[Category:Female Transformers]]
[[Category:Japanese-original Transformers]]
[[Category:Kre-O Autobots]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Legacy Autobots]]
[[Category:Legends Autobots]]
[[Category:Medics]]
[[Category:Super-God Masterforce Autobots]]
[[Category:Victory Autobots]]
[[Category:IDW (2019) Autobots]]
[[Category:Wreckers]]

Perceptor (G1)/toys

2022-08-31T16:01:40Z

SpeedFreak01: /* Studio Series */ Removed information readded by Autoboty- the ratcheted detents don't prevent Perceptor's cannon from pointing horizontally, and "This Transformer has a gap to accomodate a part that folds in" isn't a noteworthy detail

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[[File:G1 boxart Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"You've got red on you."]]
'''Perceptor''' is the definitive Transformer microscope.

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==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
{{anchor|Generation 1}}[[File:G1toy-Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Because it's easier to see small things when you have a giant laser cannon aiming at them.]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, [[1985]]/[[1986]])
**''Takara ID number:'' '''39'''
**''Accessories:'' [[concussion weapon|Concussion rifle]], missile launcher, 3 [[missile]]s
{{toydesigner|[[Shinji Aramaki]] (concept artist)}}

:Formerly the ''[[Micro Change]]'' MC-20 Micro Scope, ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]]'' Perceptor transforms into a functional microscope. His magnification is limited to 14X<ref>Perceptor's [[instructions]].</ref> due to the relatively crude nature of his lens. In [[robot mode]], Perceptor is armed with a red "Concussion Rifle" and a rocket launcher that holds one of three red missile-shaped projectiles. On the original ''Micro Change'' toy, the launcher fired via a spring-loaded mechanism, which was disabled for the Hasbro release of Perceptor, but re-enabled for Takara's version of the figure.

:Perceptor can also be configured into a third "vehicular" mode. In the ''Micro Change'' line, this form was a mobile artillery emplacement that repurposed his scope into a cannon barrel. It had two configurations; it could be angled forward to serve as a tank, or upward to serve as a [[mortar cannon]], and could be manned in both by a ''Microman'' action figure, who sat in the "seat" formed by his chest tray. The ''Transformers'' release of the toy chose to reinterpret the mode as a "mobile laboratory" in its instructions, which depicted it in its angled-upwards "mortar cannon" configuration, but Perceptor's [[The Transformers Universe|''Universe'' profile]] didn't go along with this, and referred to it as an artillery emplacement like it was in ''Micro Change''.

:The Japanese version does ''not'' launch missiles from the scope, despite what some sources say.

:There is an odd variant of this toy: some have a more golden-hued chrome than the normal silver. This is not a very common variant.

:The mold was later [[redeco]]ed to make [[Magnificus (G1)#Toys|Magnificus]]. It also served as the model for the non-toy character, the [[Chairman]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1985/Autobot/Perceptor/perceptor.htm More information on Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers Collection''===
*'''Cybertron Perceptor''' ([[2005]])
**''ID number:'' '''19'''

:Perceptor was [[Generation 1 reissues|reissued]] in Japan as part of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[The Transformers Collection|Transformers Collection]]'' line.
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Class06-toy Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I will blow up your whole city. For science."]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Legends Class, [[2006]])

:Available as part of the first assortment of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' ''[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]'', Perceptor is a [[redeco]] of the ''Legends of Cybertron'' [[Red Alert (Armada)#LOC|Red Alert]]. He transforms into a BTR-90 armored personnel carrier with a large missile/laser cannon/microscope/telescope.

:This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Onslaught (G1)#Universe (2008)|Onslaught]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Classics'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
[[File:Universe2008-Perceptorreissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1|Free him from his prison, so that he may think ''outside'' the box!]]
*'''Perceptor''' ([[2009]])
**''Series'': '''G1 Series'''
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles

:Hasbro did their own reissue of Perceptor as part of the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|''Universe'' line]]. The [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] was issued in a box with an opening front cover and advertised as a "Commemorative Edition", much like the earlier [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Soundwave]] and the [[Insecticon (G1)#Universe (2008)|Insecticons]] (which were released at the same time as Perceptor).

:Strangely, the spring of the missile launcher was not weakened like most Generation 1 toys, but were straight-out omitted from the gun. This makes the missiles totally useless, because they don't even clip into the gun. Additionally, the box labels his mobile-laboratory mode as a tank mode while not including his actual tank mode.
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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010toy-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| Thank you [[Aaron Archer|Aaron]], and your love of Perceptor!]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, [[2011]])

:Part of the sixth wave of the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]], Perceptor amalgamates elements from his original Generation 1 design and [[Guido Guidi]]'s design from IDW's ''[[The Transformers: All Hail Megatron|All Hail Megatron]]'' series (in particular, the foreshortened chest seen in [[:File:AHM8-Perceptor.jpg|this panel]], the arrows on his forearms and abdomen, and even his sniper rifle barrel in lieu of his traditional scope). His updated [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] is reminiscent of that of [[Perceptor (Animated)|his ''Animated'' counterpart]], being a generic "scientific expedition" vehicle. Its front half resembles a modern off-road vehicle similar to a {{w|Land Rover Defender}} or a {{w|Jeep Commander}}, while the rear section features treads instead of wheels, making it a half-track vehicle (which aren't actually produced anymore). His license plate reads "MR 51409", the exact significance of which is not yet known (though it might have something to do with the possible birth date of [[Bill Rawley]]'s daughter).

[[File:PerceptorHasbroStock.jpg|thumb|upright=0.66|Lack of G1 chrome was deemed "not nerdy enough".]]
:Unusually for a mainline Hasbro toy, Perceptor has some [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] parts. The chromed dials on his forearms feature bars compatible with [[C joint]] accessories. Like all ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' [[subline imprint]] figures, Perceptor has a [[rubsign]], which is located behind a translucent door on his chest that can be opened. His hands are compatible with [[5 mm post|5mm post]]s, such as the ones on the guns of his original toy.

:The [[instructions]] incorrectly tell you to position the feet horizontally in vehicle mode, which causes them to press against his knees and prevent the vehicle mode from tabbing correctly in numerous places, when they are meant to be positioned vertically and rest against the trunk. Strangely, the correct position can be seen in the numerous steps depicting the underside of the vehicle, but it immediately switches to the incorrect position on the steps concerning the feet. Additionally, [[packaging]] [[stock photography]] depicts a considerably different Perceptor than the final product. The photos show him having silver [[paint operation]]s on his upper legs and inner forearms, but said parts appear to be made of [[unpaintable plastic]], rather understandably causing the paint operations to be dropped. Additionally, the shoulder laser, chest, and arm knobs sport silver paint rather than chrome.

:As first acknowledged by Hasbro at [[BotCon 2010]], the toy was planned to eventually be retooled into [[Reflector (G1)#Generations|Reflector]], using a new head based on Perceptor's original toy head.<ref>http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/botcon-2010-hasbro-designers-panel-170066/</ref> At one point, Reflector was intended to be released as part of a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' 2-pack together with [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Generations|Sideswipe]] (in ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' colors), but that set was ultimately never released. The alternate head sculpt was eventually used by TakaraTomy for the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''Generations'' [[Magnificus (G1)#Generations|Magnificus]] figure.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Perceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Reveal the Shield'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''United''===
[[File:Unitedtoy-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Maybe my [[C joint]]s will work!]]
*'''Autobot Perceptor''' ([[February 26]], [[2011]])
**''ID number:'' '''UN-15'''

:''[[Transformers United|United]]'' Autobot Perceptor features several differences from his Hasbro ''Reveal the Shield'' counterpart, covering his red vehicle panels with metallic red paint, replacing the clear yellow with colorless clear plastic, and adding some additional detailing to his vehicle mode and robot mode. Other notable details are blue translucent paint on the eyes, as well as silver detailing on his chest. As with all ''United'' versions of the 2010 ''Transformers'' toys, Perceptor lacks a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]], replacing it with a [[tampograph]]ed Autobot sigil. Surprisingly, he lacks any of the chrome from the Hasbro release, leaving those corresponding parts either painted silver or unpainted light gray plastic.
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO-Toy PerceptorKreon.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Robot mode and "looking for where I put my head" mode.]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, 2013)
**''Collection'': '''2'''
**''Bag number'': '''***** 74'''
**''Accessories'': Stand-brick, large rifle

:As part of the second wave of [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] [[Micro-Changer]]s, Perceptor is a Kreon patterned after Generation 1 Perceptor. He can be rebuilt into a microscope.

:This Collection was still in circulation at "dollar" stores and drug stores up through 2015. They eventually lost the individual-identifying bag codes, but other changes were hidden inside the bag. The 2015 releases replaced the 2x4 logo stand-brick with a new 3x4 logo plate. The Kreon was also given the slight [[retool]]ing to the arm seen in the 2014 Kreons, making the "cuff" parts more sharp-cornered and better adapted to being used as studs. Some of the add-on pieces may also be slightly off-color, possibly due to a change in factories in mid-production.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/Kre-OPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on Micro-Changer Perceptor at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-Toy PerceptorC84.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yeah yeah, blinded with science, '80s reference, we get it.]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': Class Brain
**''Accessories'': Large rifle, microscope slide (?)

:This version of Perceptor, part of the [[Kreon Class of 1984]] (despite the fact that Perceptor did not appear in ''Transformers'' in any capacity until 1985), has much more detailed toy-based [[tampograph]]s than his prior version, including a masked face. He comes with a clear blue 2x2 tile that one can only assume is supposed to be some kind of microscope slide.

:He was only available in a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014 [[exclusive]] pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "Kreon Class of 1984". Remaining stock was to be sold at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online, only there ''was'' no remaining stock after the show.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on Class of 1984 Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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{{Anchor|2016}}
* '''Perceptor''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, 2016)
**''Collection'': '''2'''
**''Accessories'': Logo plate, large rifle

:In 2016, Collection 2 was re-released in a whole new production run for Dollar General stores in the US as part of a large collection of re-released ''Kre-O'' sets. But where most of these releases are nigh-identical to the originals, the re-released Micro-Changer blind-bags use the almost-entirely-retooled 2015 Kreon, with slightly-differently-hued plastics than the originals. (It is possible for some of the add-on pieces to be in the older hues.) Perceptor's [[tampograph]]s got some color changes, replacing the light gray with shiny silver, and changing his light blue toe paint to black.

:Sadly, this release has no individual-identification code on the bag, requiring you to use the feel-through-the-bag method or just buy blind and hope.
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===''Generations''===
*'''Autobot Warriors''' (Multi-pack, 2014)

:''Reveal the Shield'' Perceptor was re-released in a three-pack with ''Universe'' [[Ratchet (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ratchet]] and ''Generations'' [[Kup (G1)/toys#Generations|Sergeant Kup]], available from Hasbro Asia and [[TakaraTomy Mall]]. All three Autobots feature new metallic paint decoes, which in Perceptor's case also includes a rear license plate reading "[[Nijika|N1j1K4]]."
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===''Platinum Edition''===
[[File:Generations-Platinum-Edition-Autobot-Intel-Ops-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now we can simulate that [[15 Go! Go!]] scene with ever ''greater'' efficiency!]]
*'''Autobot Intel Ops''' (2015)
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles, 6 slides, slide holder

:Hasbro again re-released G1 Perceptor in 2015 as part of the [[Transformers: Platinum Edition|''Platinum Edition'']] toyline. He was co-packed with [[Blaster (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Blaster]], [[Eject (G1)#Generations|Eject]], [[Ramhorn (G1)#Generations|Ramhorn]], and [[Steeljaw (G1)#Generations|Steeljaw]] in a box with an opening front cover.

:A new feature included in this set specifically for Perceptor are six 'microscope slides' featuring different pictures, and a slide holder / cage which can hold all six slides. The slides fit snugly onto the mirror of Perceptor's mounting platform, although looking at them through the scope is an underwhelming experience, to say the least.

:Although Perceptor's missile launcher is included, once again the firing mechanism is completely gutted, with the trigger glued into the launcher. However, the missiles are still able to plug into the launcher and are held firmly in place by friction.

:In the United States, this set was officially a [[Target]] exclusive, though it was initially only ever found at a single Target store, otherwise only available via the company's website. It was later revealed that multiple Target stores had kept it in their stockroom and eventually put it out on instant clearance many months later. However, it was also stocked by US-based online retailers [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource, who supposedly obtained it as an import from Asia. It was available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore; it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular stores there or not). In Australia, it was sold at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores.

:In the United Kingdom, it was both sold at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores and officially available via the UK division of [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]], making this the first official UK release of all the toys contained within! In Spain, it was officially available via the Spanish division of Amazon. In Germany, it was originally available via Bankroft, an online retailer that otherwise specializes in [[Nerf]] blasters and accessories, as part of a special "Fan Edition" arrangement through Hasbro Germany, with the help of several German [[fandom|fan]] sites. Due to low sales, the unsold stock was later sold to Actionfiguren24, a German online retailer that specializes in imported toys, who was able to lower its price for its existing stock of imported Autobot Intel Ops sets as a result.
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===''Titans Return''===
[[File:TF-Generations-Titans-Return-Deluxe-Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Targeting grid eye not included.]]
*'''Convex & Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': Gun, [[Convex]] Titan Master

:Part of the fourth wave of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' Deluxe Class toys, Perceptor is based on [[Guido Guidi]]'s design for the character first seen in ''[[The Transformers: All Hail Megatron|All Hail Megatron]]'' (complete with sniper rifle), and transforms into a microscope. Perceptor's microscope lens works, and a dial on the scope can be turned to refocus it slightly. Titan Masters can be laid across the tray in robot mode, or pegged into the tray in head mode. Perceptor comes with his Titan Master partner [[Convex]], who transforms into his robot mode head.

:Perceptor is designed to transform into a new interpretation of the third mode of his original toy, with dedicated parts and clips to hold his body in place in the specific angled-upward position of the "motar cannon" configuration, but with his scope pointed forward like the "tank" configuration. It is omitted from his instructions for unknown reasons.

:Perceptor's transformation involves very little to lock anything in place in robot mode, relying on either friction or gravity to hold him together. This leaves him somewhat unstable, and his parts prone to shifting out of place when attempting to move his limbs. The large size of his scope also greatly restricts his head articulation.

:As with other ''Titans Return'' toys, Perceptor can accommodate any Titan Master figure in both robot and vehicle mode, though ''unlike'' most other figures in the line, Perceptor has no dedicated cockpit to hold them in. This means Titan Masters can really only lay in his tray in microscope mode, or attach to him via the small pegs sculpted onto the sides of his altmodes. There does appear to be a section sculpted specifically to hold a Titan Master's feet under the small flip-up silver panel on his chest that would allow them to "man" his third mode... except rather than sitting in it, they have to ''kneel'' with their knees locking into the groove.
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===''Legends''===
[[File:LG56-Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, [[December 30]], [[2017]])
**''ID number'': '''LG56'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun, Headmaster

:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' Perceptor is a redeco of his ''Titans Return'' Deluxe Class toy with some minor differences, such as red shoulders and elbows and an Autobot insignia on his chest instead of stomach, and also lacking the toy-style [[tampograph]]s on his legs. His Headmaster, redecoed from Convex, features detailed paint operations to resemble Perceptor himself and has blue instead of yellow eyes in head mode. Perceptor comes with [[Ramhorn (G1)#Legends|Amhorn]], who transforms into a weapon he can wield.
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===''Golden Lagoon''===
[[File:TF 35th Golden Lagoon Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Beachcomber / Perceptor / Seaspray''' (Three-pack, November 2018)
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''GL-03'''
**''Accessories'': Gun, Headmaster
:''[[The Transformers Golden Lagoon|Golden Lagoon]]'' Perceptor is a gold and gold chrome redeco of ''Titans Return'' Deluxe Class Perceptor in homage of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]] [[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|episode of the same name]]. Packaged with similar redecoes of ''Titans Return'' [[Seaspray (G1)#Golden Lagoon|Seaspray]] and ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Beachcomber (G1)#Golden Lagoon|Beachcomber]], this set was released exclusively by [[TakaraTomy Mall]] as part of TakaraTomy's celebration of the franchise's 35th anniversary. The set was later rereleased by [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the USA in January 2021.

:This toy also appeared in ''[[Generations Selects Special Comic]]'' as a member of the [[Golden Age (GS)|Golden Age]], who may or may not be named "Perceptor".
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-86-11-Deluxe-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, [[2022]])
**''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-11'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-75'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': '''[[April 30]], 2022'''
**''Accessories'': Blaster, "[[Battle of Autobot City]]" backdrop

:Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' Perceptor faithfully recreates his character model from the Generation 1 cartoon, as well as the tank tread legs from his original toy. Perceptor transforms into both a microscope and a goofy mortar cannon mode. Unlike the G1 and Titans Return figures, his microscope mode is non-functional. He comes with a modestly-sized blaster which can be pegged into the side of his scope/cannon in either alternate mode.

:The pearl-white paint on Perceptor's chest window is molded entirely in translucent plastic, is prone to scuffing and scratching even before the packaging is opened.

:Like the other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display backdrop, depicting the Battle of Autobot City in Perceptor's case.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
[[File:Behold Galvatron Perceptor.JPG|thumb|200px]]
* '''Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack''' (Leader Class, 2022)
:''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' Perceptor is a non-transforming and immobile minifigure, barely 10mm tall, scaled to interact with the immense [[Unicron/toys#HasLab|HasLab Unicron]] figure and its clear display base. This was one of a set of 14 minifigures in the "Unicron Companion Pack" that was included with the [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War_for_Cybertron_Trilogy|"reformatting" version of Galvatron]]. The set was [[exclusive]] to [[Hasbro Pulse]].
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==Merchandise==
===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy Perceptor.jpg|upright=1|thumb|Red and rubbery with science!]]
*'''Cybertron Hero Collection 22''' (Decoy multi-pack, 1985)
:Perceptor was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" soft rubber ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the figures in the series, Perceptor 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. He was available in red as part of a 22-piece box set of Autobot figures, in peach as part of various other randomly-packed box sets released by Takara subsidiary [[Seven]], and in a wide variety of different colors in "gachapon" capsule machines.

*'''Perceptor''' (Decoy, 1987)
**''Decoy number'': 30
:The Perceptor 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. Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobot]]s.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Perceptor/perceptor.htm More information on decoy Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:SCF Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (2002)
**''Act'': '''7'''
**''Accessories'': Stand
:''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' Perceptor is a non-transforming three-inch tall figure, released [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] in the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (franchise)|Victory]]''-themed "Act 7" of the line (which, given Perceptor had an [[Ginrai Dies!!|extended cameo]] in the [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (cartoon)|''Victory'' cartoon]], makes sense). He came in both full color and painted-pewter versions, each packed one per case of twelve. Bizarrely, the color version has a red left hand, which is even reflected in the packaging photography.

: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. On top of that, the short peg for his shoulder-mounted microscope assembly needs to be shaved down slightly to fit into the extremely shallow hole on his shoulder.

:The pewter version of Perceptor was packed with the [[Star Saber (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Victory Saber]] rifle. This part could also be in either full color or pewter, packed at a ratio of eight color parts to two pewters.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/SCFPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Super Collection Figure'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/PewterPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on pewter ''Super Collection Figure'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Heroes of Cybertron''===
[[File:HOC Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (2003)
:Perceptor was released in the fourth wave of the ''[[Heroes of Cybertron]]'', casting the ''Super Collection Figure'' mold in clear blue plastic painted over, leaving the eyes and back of the head unpainted to attempt a [[light-piping]] gimmick. This release also correctly colors his left hand dark gray. There is still a slight issue with the incredibly shallow peg/hole combo that holds his shoulder-scope on, so some slight paint-shaving might be needed to keep it in place.

:He was released on a separate card instead of a blindpacked box, and came with the head and sword of the [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/toys#Heroes of Cybertron|Fortress Maximus]] build-a-figurine.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/HoCPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Heroes of Cybertron'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:Robotheroesperceptorhardshell.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Now competing on "Iron Chemist".]]
*'''Perceptor & Hardshell''' (Two-pack, 2008)
:Part of the fourth wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', Perceptor is a super-cute figure packed versus [[Bombshell (G1)#Robot Heroes|Hardshell]] as part of the "Generation 1 Series".
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/RHPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Tiny Titans''===
*'''Perceptor''' (Tiny Titans, 2016)
**''Series'': '''5'''
**''Number'': '''10/12'''
:Part of the fifth assortment of ''[[Tiny Titans]]'' [[blindpacking|blindpacks]], this version of Perceptor is a very small, soft-plastic figure of him in robot mode, kneeling with a sniper rifle, recalling his [[IDW Publishing|IDW]] incarnation.

:He includes a collectible card that renders him in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'']] styling. The card includes a scan-badge for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]], which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.
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===''Transformers Figure Collection''===
[[File:TF-Transformers-Figure-Collection-Perceptor-Decoy.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (01-2016)
:Standing 42 mm tall, ''Transformers Figure Collection'' Perceptor is a non-poseable soft-rubber figure based on his [[Decoy]] figure.
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===''Transformers Trading Card Game''===
[[File:W4PPerceptor.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor, Precise Sniper''' (2020)
**'''Wave 5P: Titan Masters Attack'''
**''Rarity: '''''RT'''
**''Card Number: '''''P06/2020'''
**''Stars: ''8
:This card's set was originally scheduled 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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===''ReAction''===
*'''Perceptor''' (2020)
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle

: Released in the third wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[ReAction]]'' Perceptor 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.

: As with all releases in the ''ReAction'' toyline, Perceptor 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.

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*'''MC-20 Microscope''' (2020)
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle

: As a special "[[Black Friday (event)|Black Friday]]" exclusive, ''ReAction'' Perceptor got a [[black repaint]] based on the original ''[[Micro Change]]'' "MC-20 Micro Scope" toy that pre-dated the ''Transformers'' "Perceptor" release. AKA "[[Magnificus (G1)|Magnificus]]" colors. Why he wasn't called that is anyone's guess.

: This figure was only available through Super7's website.
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==Notes==
* At [[Toy Fair 2013]], ''Kre-O'' Perceptor was shown having more or less [[Bombshell (G1)#Kre-O|Hardshell]]'s alt-mode. Why? Lord knows.

==References==
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[[Category:Decoys]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Autobots]]
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[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Legends Autobots]]
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[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
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[[Category:Titans Return Autobots]]
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Ultra Magnus (SG)

2022-08-30T15:01:27Z

SpeedFreak01: /* Shattered Glass Collection */ removed bit about the molded A-stance

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{{disambig3.5|the evil Autobot|his heroic counterpart|Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus}}
:''Ultra Magnus is an evil [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]] [[continuity family]].''
[[File:BotCon2012 UltraMagnus CardArt.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Ever since it was a young dimension, the [[Primax 207.0 Epsilon|Classicsverse]] has been hated by skeletons.]]
'''Ultra Magnus''' long ago grew weary of the tedium of war. He's killed so many and destroyed so much that it's started to all run together in his mind, reduced to a fine paste of boredom. It's been especially hard since he lost the trust of his friend [[Treadshot (SG)|Treadshot]]. Existence just seems so pointless without him at his side. Oh, Magnus has tried to make things interesting again, but each bigger and more elaborate coup only led him to a revolt against his bigger brother, [[Optimus Prime (SG)|Optimus Prime]], and failure. For this he lost his face and his freedom, and he was locked away in the prisons of [[Paradron]].

But soon, Ultra Magnus hopes to return and pull off the ultimate thrill. He's destroyed lives and property, certainly, but has he ever destroyed a universe? That would be grand, wouldn't it? Maybe it would even make him feel like he did at the start of the war, when everything was fresh and new. And when that moment comes, he hopes so fervently that his dear Treadshot will be there, with a final, oh-so-brief understanding that his once-friend was wrong to leave him.

{{quote|'''Magnus! You coward!''' Like a small, herbivorous shrew, you are '''nothing!''' I will hunt you to the ends of time! I will '''burn your empire''' to the ground I... I... '''I fraggin' hate that guy.'''|Treadshot|"[[Invasion (issue)|Invasion]]"}}

==Fiction==
===''Mini Mayhem!''===
[[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] and Ultra Magnus teamed up against [[Eric Siebenaler]] to "teach him a lesson." {{storylink|Mini Mayhem!}}

===Fun Publications ''Shattered Glass'' continuity===
[[File:Invasion-MagnusFlashback.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|There's no panel borders! This isn't a battle in a box at all!]]
At one point, Ultra Magnus led an attempted coup against [[Optimus Prime (SG)|Optimus Prime]], with [[Hound (SG)|Hound]] and [[Blurr (SG)|Blurr]] as his only ''known'' supporters, though Hound was reportedly a link between Magnus and [[Alpha Trion (SG)|Alpha Trion]]. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 28|SG Hound's magazine profile}} However, during the battle between Optimus and Ultra Magnus, the former cheated. {{storylink|Eye in the Sky}} When the coup failed, Prime had Magnus exiled to Paradron as punishment. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 29|SG Cyclonus's magazine profile}}

While trapped with [[Sideswipe (SG)|Sideswipe]] in the maze leading to the [[Omega Terminus]] chamber, [[Blurr (SG)|Blurr]] referred to [[Cliffjumper (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Cliffjumper]] as a "traitorous lunatic". Sideswipe countered by saying that Blurr was one to talk, and asked how Ultra Magnus was doing. Blurr said Magnus was doing "better than [[Drench (SG)|Drench]]", at least. {{storylink|Dungeons & Dinobots}}

[[File:Invasion-Magnusportal.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|By destroying a [[Marvel Comics|Marvel universe]], SG Magnus will finally prove [[FIRRIB]].]]
With the help of [[Wheeljack (SG)|Wheeljack]], Ultra Magnus was sprung from prison on Paradron, along with [[Wreck-Gar (SG)|Wreck-Gar]] and his [[Junkion (species)#Shattered Glass|Junkions]]. After augmenting his body to match Optimus Prime's recent upgrade, gathering an army, and acquiring the legendary [[Terminus Blade]], Magnus had the means to both humiliate his brother and make his mark on the multiverse. Before jumping through a portal into another universe via Wheeljack's [[space bridge|Stellar Spanner]], Magnus boasted of his imminent victory before his brother via video feed. This would prove to be Magnus's only mistake, as Optimus Prime forwarded Ultra Magnus's whereabouts to his obsessive nemesis, Treadshot.

Ultra Magnus and his army appeared in the sky over the [[Ironworks (facility)|Ironworks]] base on [[Primax 207.0 Epsilon]]'s [[Earth]]. After most of the heroic Autobot opposition outside were corrupted and integrated into Magnus's army as Junkions, Ultra Magnus led them inside Ironworks, where he made quick work of a second wave. Complete victory was interrupted only by the arrival of Treadshot's heroic Decepticons through a portal. Though initially aggravated, Magnus quickly became elated when he saw Treadshot had come for him. However, Magnus's primary objective remained, so he used the Terminus Blade to send himself and his officers elsewhere.

[[File:Invasion-whatistha.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.5|You two shall pay dearly for ruining my special day.]]
Below, Wheeljack had erected machinery that would direct the [[Rarified Energon]] that Ironworks guarded to the surface, where it would interact with a space bridge projector that, with the introduction of the Terminus Blade, would open up a rift in space time which would help Magnus destroy... a lot. As Magnus battled Treadshot above ground, the machinery below was guarded by force field. [[Soundwave (SG)|Sir Soundwave]] and [[Octopunch (SG)|Octopunch]] managed to expand the perimeter of the force field to be large enough to protect the entire Earth, which they thought would save the day. However, Ultra Magnus had been thinking bigger, as he had planned to destroy the entire universe. Ultimately, Earth was protected as it was brought into orbit over his own universe's [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] as the entire rest of the Earth's universe was catastrophically destroyed by the chain reaction of Rarified Energon. Content in his largely unimpeded victory, Magnus and his army fled, while Treadshot threatened lovingly graphic revenge. {{storylink|Invasion Prologue}} {{storylink|Invasion (issue)|Invasion}}

Unknown to Ultra Magnus at the time, his [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|positive universe counterpart]] survived the destruction and made his way into the negative polarity universe as well. {{storylink|Shattered Time}}

[[File:AnotherLight-choppitychop.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8|First his face, then his arm... where will it all end?]]
Ultra Magnus and his followers continued their efforts to harness the power of the Terminus Blade. Wheeljack's efforts with [[forestonite]] proved unsatisfying, so they constructed a [[Collector]] on positive-Earth designed to feed off of the destruction of entire universes. Magnus confronted his heroic doppelgänger, now called Ultra Mammoth, who was in possession of his own artifact of the [[Thirteen]], the [[Origin Matrix]]. Mammoth initially bested Magnus, but his hesitation to kill left him open to a counterstrike by Ultra Magnus. He cut open Mammoth's chest and caused the Matrix and Blade to make contact. {{storylink|Distant Fissures}}

The Terminus Blade was fully recharged by the opposing relic, granting Ultra Magnus tremendous power and dimension-carving abilities. He gloried in his power for only a short time, however, before the arrival of [[Nexus Prime]]. One of the Thirteen original Primes, Nexus bound the Origin Matrix to the other pieces of the shattered [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], reassembling [[Prima|Prima's]] great weapon. He literally disarmed Ultra Magnus to retrieve the Terminus Blade, claiming both Blade and Saber for himself. Ultra Magnus tried to flee from his opponent, but Nexus Prime cast open a dimensional warp, banishing Magnus to a dimension suitable for his imprisonment. {{storylink|Restoration}} {{storylink|Out of the One, Many}}

===IDW ''Shattered Glass'' comic===
Ultra Magnus was one of the [[bodyscrapper]]s who faced off against Blurr for the bounty on the head of [[Sixshot (SG)|Sixshot]]. {{storylink|Shattered Glass issue 1|Shattered Glass #1}} Later, Slicer reported on the fall of [[Gold City]] to [[Megatron (SG)|Megatron]] and his Decepticons, as well as [[Goldbug (SG)|Goldbug]] making off with [[Starscream (SG)|Starscream]]'s spark. Ultra Magnus wasn't concerned with Gold City, as he had predicted it to be the first to fall, and because the other two warlords weren't interested in the city either. He remarked that Goldbug would figure out how to commune with [[Metroplex (SG)|Metroplex]] with enough time, and that thanks to other spies within Goldbug's ranks both Optimus Prime and [[Prowl (SG)|Prowl]] were now aware the Titans were now in play, and both had plans for them. {{storylink|Shattered Glass issue 5|Shattered Glass #5}}

==Toys==
===''Universe'' (2003)===
[[File:Universe2003toy-UltraMagnusBIAB.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|Hey, remember me? Well, I'm me.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus with Over-Run vs. Treadshot with Nightbeat''' (Battle in a Box, [[2004]])
{{note|''Universe'' [[Ultra Magnus (Energon)|Ultra Magnus]] was officially [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as ''Shattered Glass'' Ultra Magnus.}}

:Ultra Magnus is a [[redeco]] of the Super-Con (aka Deluxe) version of ''[[Transformers: Armada (toyline)|Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Armada|Optimus Prime]], transforming into a long-nosed tractor-trailer cab of made-up model. Attaching a Mini-Con to the [[Powerlinx]] plug on his back activates a double-fisted "punching" gimmick. His smokestacks can be removed from his forearms, but don't really ''do'' anything if you do so, so why bother?

:Magnus was available only in a ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' "[[Battle in a Box]]" set with his Mini-Con partner [[Over-Run (Armada)|Over-Run]], and the Decepticon-allied pairing of [[Treadshot (Universe 2003)|Treadshot]] and ''his'' Mini-Con partner [[Nightbeat (Armada)|Nightbeat]]. The set was available only at "[[market six]]" stores like Kohl's, at the same time as the [[Smokescreen (Armada)|Smokescreen]]/[[Ransack (Universe 2003)|Ransack]] set.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/BIABUltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
{{ArmadaSuperConOptimusPrimeMold}}
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===''Timelines''===
[[File:Timelinestoy-BC2012UltraMagnus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.6|He puts the "foe" in FoeYay.]]
*'''Invasion''' ([[BotCon 2012]] box set)
**''Accessories:'' Terminus Blade

:''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' Ultra Magnus is a [[redeco]] of [[Transformers (2010 toyline)#RTS|Reveal the Shield]] Deluxe Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2010)|Optimus Prime]], in the colors of ''[[Diaclone]]'' Powered Convoy (who was later redecoed into Generation 1 [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Ultra Magnus]]). He transforms into a racing truck, and features what appears to be the mold's [[Retool#Gang-molded alternate parts|second head]], with a translucent skull-like face and blue eyes, seen previously only in the instructions. Like Prime, Magnus features a rub sign on his roof, and has a (non-detachable) matrix gimmick in robot mode formed by a relief pattern on the inside of the cab's side windows, which is visible through the windshield/chest in robot mode. He comes with a sword that he can wield with both hands, and the sword forms the hitch of the truck in vehicle mode.

:Ultra Magnus was released in a box set with [[Soundwave (SG)#Timelines|Soundwave]], [[Tracks (SG)|Tracks]], [[Treadshot (SG)|Treadshot]], [[Overlord (G1)#Timelines|Gigatron]], and [[Metalhawk (G1)#Timelines|Metalhawk]]. The original version of the mold was also redecoed into [[Optimus Prime (SG)#BotCon2012|''Shattered Glass'' Optimus Prime]] and [[Scourge (RID)#Timelines|''Timelines'' Scourge]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/BCUltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on BotCon Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''
{{2010DeluxeOptimusPrimeMold}}
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===''Shattered Glass Collection''===
[[File:TF-Shattered-Glass-Collection-Ultra-Magnus.jpg|thumb|upright=2.5|You may not be able to deal with his price point.]]
*'''Ultra Magnus''' (Leader Class, [[2022]])
**''Accessories'': blaster, 2 missile launchers, 7 armor/car carrier pieces, Energon sword, Energon axe, [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Shattered Glass Collection|Matrix of Leadership]], alternate head
:''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)#Shattered Glass Collection|Shattered Glass Collection]]'' Ultra Magnus is a [[retool]] of ''[[War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Kingdom]]'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Kingdom|Ultra Magnus]], which was a retool of [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|''Siege'' Ultra Magnus]], and can transform into a car carrier truck in 28 steps. He features a new skull head based on the original ''Shattered Glass'' character's design. The trailer transforms into armor and combines with the Voyager-sized inner robot to form the super robot mode. He also features several 3 mm posts (for [[Fire Blast effect|blast effects]]) and [[5 mm post|5 mm ports]] as part of the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]].

:Ultra Magnus comes with the missile launchers and blaster from the original ''Kingdom'' release, as well as ''[[Transformers: Legacy|Legacy]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generations toys#Legacy|Laser Optimus Prime]]'s Energon sword, Energon axe, and Matrix of Leadership, now mostly cast in translucent red plastic.

:Most unusually, the figure was triple-billed as three different characters, including a stock ''Kingdom'' Ultra Magnus head in ''Diaclone'' Powered Convoy colors to turn the figure into [[Delta Magnus]], as well as a core cab robot decoed for use as [[Magna Convoy]].<ref>[[April 14]], [[2022]] [https://youtu.be/6MExpXH9zAg Fan First Tuesday | BACK-TO-BACK Transformers & Power Rangers Livestream], with [[Isabella Weiss]], [[Rachel Fleming]], [[Mark Maher]], and [[Takio Ejima]].</ref> In a similar vein, the sword-axe-Matrix weapon combination resembles the [[Matrix Sword]].

:Like the rest of the ''Shattered Glass Collection'' line, Ultra Magnus is exclusive to [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the [[United States of America|United States]], [[United Kingdom]], and [[Canada]]. If purchased through Hasbro Pulse, the toy is shipped with the [[Shattered Glass II issue 1|first issue]] of [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass II|Shattered Glass II]]'' miniseries,<ref>Hasbro Pulse [https://twitter.com/HasbroPulse/status/1513908328405086217/ Twitter]: "Check out the first issue of the Shattered Glass #comicbook miniseries, “War of the Titan,” with an exclusive variant cover included with this figure!"</ref> with an exclusive cover featuring spot UV.
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==Notes==
[[File:UltraMagnusSG-FromTheEditorsDesk.jpg|thumb|upright=0.8|Okay, but where's the translucent skull?]]
*In Ultra Magnus's appearance in [[Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 22|''Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club'' #22]], (within a "[[Mini Mayhem!]]"-style comic featuring a version of ''Shattered'' Magnus appeared in "From the Editor's Desk..." along with [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] and [[Eric Siebenaler]].) he looks remarkably different from his later appearances. The inclusion of SG Ultra Magnus (with [[Delta Magnus#Notes|Powered Convoy]] colors) in this comic micro-continuity was in repayment of a favor from the author to [[Randy Para]], who is often known online as "[[user:Poweredconvoy|Powered Convoy]]".
*SG Ultra Magnus used to look like [[Ultra Magnus (Energon)#Universe (2003)|"Battle in a Box" Ultra Magnus]]. When the "Invasion" comic's creative team was asked if they were actually the same guy versus being a [[repurposing]], the simultaneous answer was "Sure", "Yes", and "No". Somebody's a spoilsport. The Facebook edition of [[Ask Vector Prime]] would later clarify the "Battle in a Box" Ultra Magnus toy as primarily a version of Unicron Trilogy [[Ultra Magnus (Energon)|Ultra Magnus]].
*In [[IDW Publishing]]'s [[Shattered Glass issue 5|''Shattered Glass'' #5]], Ultra Magnus is drawn as a straight recoloring of ''[[War for Cybertron: Siege|Siege]]'' Leader Class [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys#War for Cybertron: Siege|Ultra Magnus]]. Evidently, plans for the ''Kingdom''-styled Ultra Magnus toy in ''Shattered Glass Collection'' had not been finalized at the time of writing.

==References==
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==See also==
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Blitzwing (G1)/toys

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[[File:G1 boxart Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
'''Blitzwing''' is the archetypal tank-jet [[Triple Changer]].

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==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
[[File:Blitzwingg1toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Transforms from back-to-front tank to unflyable plane to feetless robot and back!]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Triple Changer, [[1985]])
**''Takara ID number'': '''43'''
**''Accessories'': [[gyro-blaster rifle]], [[electron scimitar]], 3 [[concussion weapon|concussion missiles]]
:Originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' toy (the only ''Transformers'' [[Triple Changer]] who had a previous ''Diaclone'' release), Blitzwing can transform from [[robot mode]] to two different [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]s; a Soviet MiG-25 fighter jet or a Japanese Type-74 assault tank. Like most early G1 toys, he has little or no articulation in robot mode, with only his arms being able to move up and down a little. He does, however, have a swiveling turret and deployable front landing gear in his vehicle modes.

:All U.S. versions had the spring-loaded missile launchers severely weakened. The Japanese releases, however, kept the full-strength launching mechanisms. The tank turret on the original Blitzwing toy can be taken off, while later releases feature a turret that cannot be removed.

:This mold was returned to its ''Diaclone'' coloration and re-released in 2005 as [[Overcharge (G1)#Collector's Edition|Overcharge]], an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1985/Decepticon/Blitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers Collection''===
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[2005]])
**''ID number'': '''17'''
**''Accessories'': gyro-blaster rifle, electron scimitar, 3 concussion missiles
:Blitzwing was reissued as part of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' series. Despite being included in the instruction manual, the [[rubsign]] was nowhere to be found on this version. The tank turret cannot be removed on this release.
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generationstoy-Voyager Blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Ich bin wieder da! Und wo ist der verfluchte [[Warpath (G1)/toys|Bolschewist?!]] ''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]
[[File:TakaraTomy-Generations-TG22-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Mit der Geschwindigkeit eines Kampfjets und der Stärke eines Panzers! ''(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)'']]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Triple Changer Voyager, [[2013]])
**''Series / Number'': '''02 / 002'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''TG22'''
**''Accessories'': rifle, scimitar, [[missile]]
:Part of the third wave of [[2012]]-[[2013]] ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Voyager Class toys, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' Blitzwing is a modern reinterpretation of his original toy, and transforms into two vaguely futuristic vehicles: a jet with an opening cockpit and back-mounted rocket boosters, as well as a tank with a rotating turret and a spring-loaded cannon that launches its missile when the barrel is compressed. The cannon can be swung out and deployed for use in jet mode. He comes with a blaster and a sword, both of which mount/are held by [[5 mm post]]. He features 5 mm ports for his hands, shoulders/vehicle sides, cannon base, and wings, while both weapons have numerous additional posts and ports.

:In a nod to his ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|incarnation]], he sports a face-swapping feature, allowing him to switch between a more traditional, visored face, a monocled face (inspired by the ''Animated'' character's 'Icy' persona), and a black jack-o'-lantern-like face (inspired by the ''Animated'' character's 'Random' persona). Unlike his inspiration however, the toy's faces spin vertically rather than horizontally.

:The toy is renowned for two significant [[design flaw]]s. The first is that tabs meant to anchor the robot shoulders to the chest never solidly lock into place—they are simply too far apart. This makes his shoulder assemblies swing up and out of his chest when the shoulders are rotated up. Pressing the shoulder slots into the chest tabs ''sometimes'' works to counter this, but it depends on the [[Quality control|tolerances]] of each individual figure. The problem can be completely eliminated with a little work:
:#For those not wishing to modify the toy itself, spacing material can be affixed to the back of the shoulder piece. This creates support in the back and allows the front tabs to remain in place.
:#Alternately, one can disassemble the figure and lightly sand the screw mounts and inside chest walls on the front half, bringing the back of the figure and the front closer together, and allowing the shoulder assemblies to lock in completely solid as originally intended. This has the potential risk of over-sanding, which prevents the legs from clipping securely to his chest for his vehicle modes.
:The second major flaw concerns the face-swapping feature; almost universally, this does not actually end up working because the rotating faces are rendered immobile by an excess of paint on the inside of the helmet, including the post the faces are mounted on. This can be fixed by dismantling the head, removing the faces, and trimming the excess paint in the helmet interior, or in some circumstances, by leaving the toy in a freezer until the inner-helmet paint becomes brittle enough to crack by exerting pressure on the faces, allowing the faces to move as designed. Unfortunately, the yellow paint is also prone to rubbing off when transformed due the rubber used to create the jet mode's nosecone.

:There are two [[variant]]s of Blitzwing: The first version sports an all-silver Decepticon [[insignia]] on its chest and has the missile inserted into the turret inside the packaging, no extra space for the missile in the plastic tray behind the turret and no holes cut for tying down the missile, while a later running change changed the Decepticon insignia's color to purple, with a silver outline, and has the missile tied down in the plastic tray behind the turret.<ref name="genvari1">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/944880-variant-generations-blitzwing.html TFW2005 thread] about ''Generations'' Blitzwing's Decepticon insignia variant.</ref><ref name="genvari2">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/897354-generation-blitzwing-packaging-bubble-variant-fyi.html TFW2005 thread] about ''Generations'' Blitzwing's missile-placement-inside-the-packaging variant.</ref> Oddly, the official Hasbro [[stock photography|stock photo]] of the toy inside its packaging depicts the later version.

:The Japanese release sports a more metallic gold paint application as opposed to the lemon yellow gloss of his helmet, additional purple paint on his thighs and shoulders, dark metallic gray paint within his cockpit, and additional silver paint on his torso. The neck of the figure is now painted black rather than yellow to better blend in with the lower portion of his three faces. Some of the silver detailing on his torso was changed to gold. The figure also features a lighter, more metallic purple, lighter tan, and silver paint on all his gray plastic. The rubberized nose cone's colors are now more in sync with the entire body's purple. The scimitar weapon is molded in a solid purple plastic as opposed to the Hasbro version's "blade" being painted in a lighter hue to simulate an "energon" effect. The same design flaws that plagued the Hasbro release were also carried over in the Tomy version with the exception of the face switching gimmick issue.

:Blitzwing was [[retool]]ed into ''Generations'' [[Doubledealer#Generations|Doubledealer]] and ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[Starscream (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Starscream]], neither of which fixed the mold's shoulder problem. The design of the figure also inspired the look of [[Flywheels#2005 IDW continuity|Flywheels]] in the 2005 IDW continuity.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/GenBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Generations'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''

===''Construct-Bots''===
[[File:Construct-bots-blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Wishes he had a face-changing gimmick.]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Triple-Changer, 2013)
: Part of Wave 1 of ''[[Construct-Bots]]'' Triple-Changers, Blitzwing can transform into something that vaguely resembles a jet and something that vaguely resembles a tank. He is armed with a projectile launching main cannon, a set of non-firing Gatling guns and a blaster. His face was retooled into [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Construct-Bots|Ironhide]]'s.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/CBBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:BotShots 3pack Blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Scourge / Sergeant Kup / Blitzwing''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''Super Bot 007'''
***''Fist strength'': '''181'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''845'''
***''Sword strength'': '''594'''

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 2 three-packs, Blitzwing is a [[redeco]] of Series 1 [[Brawl (Movie)#Bot Shots|Decepticon Brawl]] in transparent purple, transforming into a tank with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when the front is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels. As a Super Bot, he has more lopsided strength ratings.

: He comes with [[Scourge (Cybertron)#Scourge3Pack|Spin Shot Scourge]] and [[Kup (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Spin Shot Sergeant Kup]]. He shares parts with Series 1 [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Megatron]] and Series 1 [[Shockwave (Movie)#Bot Shots|Shockwave]].

:The second wave of Series 2 three-packs didn't reach mass retail in the United States, only showing up in discount stores like Ross.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Bot Shots'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''

===''Kre-O''===
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*'''Kreon Class of '85''' (Kreon figure set, 2015)
**''Set number'' '''B5152'''
**''Voted'': Class Jock
**''Accessories'': Scoped pistol, curved blade

: ''[[Kre-O]]'' Blitzwing, President of the Chess Club that year, is a small brick-built [[Kreon]] figure, using the 2015-style construction with raised hands and the sturdier "peg-in-peg" torso/waist connection.

: He was only available as part of the [[San Diego Comic-Con]]-[[exclusive]] "[[Kreon Class of '85]]" 30-Kreon set. This set was also sold online through [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] after the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/SDCCKre-OBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on Class of '85 Blitzwing at TFU.info]''

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*'''Blitzwing''' (Kreon Triple Changer, 2015)
**''Accessories'': Pistol, Buildable Scimitar

:Part of the (ultimately unreleased) Battle Changers Kreon Triple Changer line, Blitzwing transforms from robot to jet to tank and back without removing any parts! As a nod to his [[Blitzwing (Animated)|''Animated'' counterpart]], he comes with two optional heads.

:Blitzwing (along with Drift) was shown at Toy Fair 2015, but no accounts of it seeing release in any market have ever surfaced.
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===''Platinum Edition''===
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[[File:Platinum-edition-g1-blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Blitzwheels? Flywing?]]
*'''Decepticon Triple Changers''' (Platinum Edition, 2015)
**''Accessories'': gyro-blaster rifle, electron scimitar, 3 concussion missiles
:Part of a ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' two-pack with [[Astrotrain (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Astrotrain]] released under the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' line, this reissue of Blitzwing features an unprecedented light brown and red color scheme. The exact inspiration for this deco is unknown, with the currently prevalent theory being that it's supposedly an homage to the [[Duocon]] [[Flywheels]]'s colors.

:This set was officially an [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive in the United States and Canada. However, it was also stocked by US-based online retailers [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource, who supposedly obtained it as an import from Asia. It was available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely Malaysia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan; it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular stores there or not). In the United Kingdom, it was available via A1Toys.

:This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as [[Fever Dream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/PlatinumBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Platinum Edition'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===''Titans Return''===
[[File:TF-Titans-Return-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The Titan Master not being named [[Triple Takeover|"Zone"]] is a war crime.]]
*'''Decepticon Hazard & Blitzwing''' (Voyager Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': seated gun, tank barrel, scimitar, Hazard Titan Master

:Released as part of the fifth (and final) wave of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' Voyager Class toys, Blitzwing is a redeco/retool of [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#Titans Return|Megatron]]. He also comes with [[Hazard]], a Titan Master who transforms into Blitzwing's head. Hasbro's stock photo (see right) has the figure transformed using Megatron's instructions, but a more animation-accurate depiction of the character can be achieved by simply rotating the tail wings forward, leaving the jet wings unfolded, and keeping the tank barrel attached to the turret. Like Megatron, Blitzwing is capable of transforming into his tank mode without removing his head, though this leaves it exposed completely on the vehicle's back. The Titan Master gimmick also gives creative buyers an oppurtunity to recreate his ''Animated'' counterpart's face swapping gimmick.

:A recurring issue with many examples of the figure involves the figure's thighs being coated in so much paint that it affects the clearance and range of motion on the joints connected to them. This results in stiff thigh swivels and may sometimes prevent the shins from properly folding up and locking into the hips for either vehicle mode. The Blitzwing face on Hazard's back is also coated in heavy amounts of paint, causing the facial details to become nearly indiscernible. Additionally, the tabs that keep the arms in place in robot and tank mode and the panels in the legs in vehicle mode are both very prone to popping out. The stickers on the wings seem especially prone to peeling, sometimes doing so right out of the box.
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===''Legends''===
[[File:TF-Legends-LG-59-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|It's a RECTANKLE]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Voyager Class, [[2018]]-[[January 27|01-27]])
**''ID number:'' '''LG-59'''
**''Accessories'': seated gun, tank barrel, scimitar, Headmaster

:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' Blitzwing is a redeco of the [[#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Voyager toy]] in cartoon-accurate colors and with easier to see facial features. He comes with [[Big Convoy#Legends|Big Fight]], redecoed from the beast/vehicle accessory of ''Titans Return'' [[Shuffler#Generations|Shuffler]].

:Interestingly, his instructions and stock photography depict an alternate transformation for the robot mode, leaving the jet mode tail fins less transformed in order to more closely match his animation model.
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Leader-Class-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Warpath will make sure to [[Dinobot Island, Part 2#Quotes|'''tank''']] him.]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Leader Class, [[2022]])
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-10'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[October]], [[2022]]
**''Accessories:'' 2x blasters, sword, [[Energon]] hands/missile racks

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy]]'' Leader Class toys, Blitzwing is a mostly cartoon-accurate version of the character. He transforms into either his Soviet MiG-25 fighter jet mode in 32 steps, or his tank mode which is based on a Bradley fighting vehicle (with visible plane cockpit to replicate the cartoon model) in 41 steps. His accessories include two blasters, which can mount to any of his vehicle modes, his signature scimitar (which is molded in soft plastic), and two [[Energon]] hands, which can plug into his robot mode as gauntlets. These can transform and double as missile racks in his vehicle modes.

:Like many modern Leaders, Blitzwing stands about as tall as contemporary Voyager-class figures but features additional accessories and a more complex transformation.

:This figure was revealed by CBR a day prior to the [[April 12]], [[2022]] Fan First Tuesday.<ref>[https://www.ign.com/articles/new-transformers-generations-legacy-figure-line-announced-by-hasbro ''EXCLUSIVE: Transformers Debuts Wild Rider, Blitzwing Legacy Figures'' - on CBR]</ref>
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==Merchandise==
===Decoy===
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[1986]])
:[[Decoy]] Blitzwing is a small, purple, soft-rubber figure that came randomly packed with smaller carded toys.

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

===''Transformers Gum''===
*'''Blitzwing''' (1986)
**''Accessories:'' "Gyro-Blaster Gun"
:Essentially a downsized version of the original Blitzwing toy, the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' kit is sculpted from black, red, and grey plastic, features stickers rather than paint applications for details, and came with a stick of gum.
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===''3D Battle-Card Game''===
[[File:Blitzwing Energon Wars.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|My life is a mystery.]]
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[2007]])
:A 30-point "uncommon" character in the ''[[3D Battle-Card Game]]''{{'}}s "Energon Wars" expansion, Blitzwing "transforms" into a burgundy and blue tank. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (film)|movie]] [[Brawl (Movie)|Brawl]] and [[Wreckage (Movie)|Wreckage]] and [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[Warpath (G1)/toys|Warpath]].

:Blitzwing ''really'' looks like [[Quake (G1)|Quake]]. However, his stat card is clearly intended for Blitzwing, listing several of that character's trademark weapons as attacks.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:Robotheroeshoundblitzwing.jpg|upright=1.22|thumb|[[Blitzwing (Animated)|German accent]] not included.]]
*'''Autobot Hound & Blitzwing''' (Two-pack, [[2008]])
:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]''-branded ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', Blitzwing is a [[super deformed]] figure sculpted holding his electron scimitar. He has articulation in his neck and shoulders and came in a two-pack with [[Hound (G1)/toys#Robot Heroes|Hound]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/RHBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===The Loyal Subjects===
[[File:Blitzwingtls.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[2014]])
:[[The Loyal Subjects]] Blitzwing is a Wave 3 figure with standard articulation. He features a pumping cannon gimmick. He also has a sword and a gun. There are two Blitzwings per 16 figures.
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===''Transformers Trading Card Game''===
[[File:W2Blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Blitzwing, Relentless Foe''' ([[2019]])
**'''Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T09/T46'''
**''Stars: ''11
:Blitzwing, Relentless Foe is one of forty-six character cards released as part of Wave 2 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]], Rise of the Combiners. In order to depict the [[Triple Changer]] nature of the character, Blitzwing, Relentless Foe is a folding card, with both Alt Modes depicted when the card is folded in half, and Bot Mode depicted when the card is unfolded.

:The line-art for the card's jet mode was drawn by [[Marcelo Matere]], while the artwork for tank and robot mode is reused from the ''[[Transformers Legends (mobile game)|Transformers Legends]]'' mobile game.
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===''ReAction''===
*'''Blitzwing''' (2020)
**''Accessories'': Gyro-blaster rifle, electron scimitar

: Released in the third wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[ReAction]]'' Blitzwing 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.

: As with all releases in the ''ReAction'' toyline, Blitzwing 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.
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===Eaglemoss===
* '''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 Blitzwing was slated to be one of the Rook pieces 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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===''Pop!''===
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[Funko Pop!#Digital Pop! NFTs|Digital ''Pop!'']], 2022)
**''Rarity:''
***''Monochrome'': '''Common'''
***''Static'': '''Common'''
***''Glowing'': '''Uncommon'''
***''Chrome'': '''Uncommon'''
***''Original'': '''Epic'''
:{{W|Non-fungible token|NFTs}} depicting Blitzwing in the Funko style.
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File:TRANSFORMERS_COMMON_BLITZWING_MONOCHROME.gif
File:TRANSFORMERS_COMMON_BLITZWING_STATIC.gif|Changes from statue to statue...''to statue''!
File:TRANSFORMERS_UNCOMMON_BLITZWING_GLOW.gif
File:TRANSFORMERS_UNCOMMON_BLITZWING_PURPLECHROME.gif
File:TRANSFORMERS_EPIC_BLITZWING_ORIGINAL.gif
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==References==
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[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Headmasters]]
[[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Legacy Decepticons]]
[[Category:Legends Decepticons]]
[[Category:Platinum Edition]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
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Perceptor (G1)/toys

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[[File:G1 boxart Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|"You've got red on you."]]
'''Perceptor''' is the definitive Transformer microscope.

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==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
{{anchor|Generation 1}}[[File:G1toy-Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Because it's easier to see small things when you have a giant laser cannon aiming at them.]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Autobot, [[1985]]/[[1986]])
**''Takara ID number:'' '''39'''
**''Accessories:'' [[concussion weapon|Concussion rifle]], missile launcher, 3 [[missile]]s

:Formerly the ''[[Micro Change]]'' MC-20 Micro Scope, ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]]'' Perceptor transforms into a functional microscope. His magnification is limited to 14X<ref>Perceptor's [[instructions]].</ref> due to the relatively crude nature of his lens. In [[robot mode]], Perceptor is armed with a red "Concussion Rifle" and a rocket launcher that holds one of three red missile-shaped projectiles. On the original ''Micro Change'' toy, the launcher fired via a spring-loaded mechanism, which was disabled for the Hasbro release of Perceptor, but re-enabled for Takara's version of the figure.

:Perceptor can also be configured into a third "vehicular" mode. In the ''Micro Change'' line, this form was a mobile artillery emplacement that repurposed his scope into a cannon barrel. It had two configurations; it could be angled forward to serve as a tank, or upward to serve as a [[mortar cannon]], and could be manned in both by a ''Microman'' action figure, who sat in the "seat" formed by his chest tray. The ''Transformers'' release of the toy chose to reinterpret the mode as a "mobile laboratory" in its instructions, which depicted it in its angled-upwards "mortar cannon" configuration, but Perceptor's [[The Transformers Universe|''Universe'' profile]] didn't go along with this, and referred to it as an artillery emplacement like it was in ''Micro Change''.

:The Japanese version does ''not'' launch missiles from the scope, despite what some sources say.

:There is an odd variant of this toy: some have a more golden-hued chrome than the normal silver. This is not a very common variant.

:The mold was later [[redeco]]ed to make [[Magnificus (G1)#Toys|Magnificus]]. It also served as the model for the non-toy character, the [[Chairman]].
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1985/Autobot/Perceptor/perceptor.htm More information on Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers Collection''===
*'''Cybertron Perceptor''' ([[2005]])
**''ID number:'' '''19'''

:Perceptor was [[Generation 1 reissues|reissued]] in Japan as part of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[The Transformers Collection|Transformers Collection]]'' line.
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===''Classics''===
[[File:Class06-toy Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"I will blow up your whole city. For science."]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Legends Class, [[2006]])

:Available as part of the first assortment of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' ''[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]'', Perceptor is a [[redeco]] of the ''Legends of Cybertron'' [[Red Alert (Armada)#LOC|Red Alert]]. He transforms into a BTR-90 armored personnel carrier with a large missile/laser cannon/microscope/telescope.

:This mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Onslaught (G1)#Universe (2008)|Onslaught]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/ClassicsPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Classics'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Universe'' (2008)===
[[File:Universe2008-Perceptorreissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1|Free him from his prison, so that he may think ''outside'' the box!]]
*'''Perceptor''' ([[2009]])
**''Series'': '''G1 Series'''
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles

:Hasbro did their own reissue of Perceptor as part of the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|''Universe'' line]]. The [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] was issued in a box with an opening front cover and advertised as a "Commemorative Edition", much like the earlier [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Soundwave]] and the [[Insecticon (G1)#Universe (2008)|Insecticons]] (which were released at the same time as Perceptor).

:Strangely, the spring of the missile launcher was not weakened like most Generation 1 toys, but were straight-out omitted from the gun. This makes the missiles totally useless, because they don't even clip into the gun. Additionally, the box labels his mobile-laboratory mode as a tank mode while not including his actual tank mode.
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===''Transformers'' (2010)===
[[File:TF2010toy-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| Thank you [[Aaron Archer|Aaron]], and your love of Perceptor!]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, [[2011]])

:Part of the sixth wave of the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]], Perceptor amalgamates elements from his original Generation 1 design and [[Guido Guidi]]'s design from IDW's ''[[The Transformers: All Hail Megatron|All Hail Megatron]]'' series (in particular, the foreshortened chest seen in [[:File:AHM8-Perceptor.jpg|this panel]], the arrows on his forearms and abdomen, and even his sniper rifle barrel in lieu of his traditional scope). His updated [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] is reminiscent of that of [[Perceptor (Animated)|his ''Animated'' counterpart]], being a generic "scientific expedition" vehicle. Its front half resembles a modern off-road vehicle similar to a {{w|Land Rover Defender}} or a {{w|Jeep Commander}}, while the rear section features treads instead of wheels, making it a half-track vehicle (which aren't actually produced anymore). His license plate reads "MR 51409", the exact significance of which is not yet known (though it might have something to do with the possible birth date of [[Bill Rawley]]'s daughter).

[[File:PerceptorHasbroStock.jpg|thumb|upright=0.66|Lack of G1 chrome was deemed "not nerdy enough".]]
:Unusually for a mainline Hasbro toy, Perceptor has some [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metalized]] parts. The chromed dials on his forearms feature bars compatible with [[C joint]] accessories. Like all ''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)#Hasbro Reveal the Shield subline|Reveal the Shield]]'' [[subline imprint]] figures, Perceptor has a [[rubsign]], which is located behind a translucent door on his chest that can be opened. His hands are compatible with [[5 mm post|5mm post]]s, such as the ones on the guns of his original toy.

:The [[instructions]] incorrectly tell you to position the feet horizontally in vehicle mode, which causes them to press against his knees and prevent the vehicle mode from tabbing correctly in numerous places, when they are meant to be positioned vertically and rest against the trunk. Strangely, the correct position can be seen in the numerous steps depicting the underside of the vehicle, but it immediately switches to the incorrect position on the steps concerning the feet. Additionally, [[packaging]] [[stock photography]] depicts a considerably different Perceptor than the final product. The photos show him having silver [[paint operation]]s on his upper legs and inner forearms, but said parts appear to be made of [[unpaintable plastic]], rather understandably causing the paint operations to be dropped. Additionally, the shoulder laser, chest, and arm knobs sport silver paint rather than chrome.

:As first acknowledged by Hasbro at [[BotCon 2010]], the toy was planned to eventually be retooled into [[Reflector (G1)#Generations|Reflector]], using a new head based on Perceptor's original toy head.<ref>http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/conventions-15/botcon-2010-hasbro-designers-panel-170066/</ref> At one point, Reflector was intended to be released as part of a [[Toys"R"Us]] [[exclusive]] ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' 2-pack together with [[Sideswipe (G1)/toys#Generations|Sideswipe]] (in ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' colors), but that set was ultimately never released. The alternate head sculpt was eventually used by TakaraTomy for the [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive ''Generations'' [[Magnificus (G1)#Generations|Magnificus]] figure.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Perceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Reveal the Shield'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''United''===
[[File:Unitedtoy-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Maybe my [[C joint]]s will work!]]
*'''Autobot Perceptor''' ([[February 26]], [[2011]])
**''ID number:'' '''UN-15'''

:''[[Transformers United|United]]'' Autobot Perceptor features several differences from his Hasbro ''Reveal the Shield'' counterpart, covering his red vehicle panels with metallic red paint, replacing the clear yellow with colorless clear plastic, and adding some additional detailing to his vehicle mode and robot mode. Other notable details are blue translucent paint on the eyes, as well as silver detailing on his chest. As with all ''United'' versions of the 2010 ''Transformers'' toys, Perceptor lacks a heat-sensitive [[rubsign]], replacing it with a [[tampograph]]ed Autobot sigil. Surprisingly, he lacks any of the chrome from the Hasbro release, leaving those corresponding parts either painted silver or unpainted light gray plastic.
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===''Kre-O''===
[[File:KreO-Toy PerceptorKreon.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Robot mode and "looking for where I put my head" mode.]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, 2013)
**''Collection'': '''2'''
**''Bag number'': '''***** 74'''
**''Accessories'': Stand-brick, large rifle

:As part of the second wave of [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] [[Micro-Changer]]s, Perceptor is a Kreon patterned after Generation 1 Perceptor. He can be rebuilt into a microscope.

:This Collection was still in circulation at "dollar" stores and drug stores up through 2015. They eventually lost the individual-identifying bag codes, but other changes were hidden inside the bag. The 2015 releases replaced the 2x4 logo stand-brick with a new 3x4 logo plate. The Kreon was also given the slight [[retool]]ing to the arm seen in the 2014 Kreons, making the "cuff" parts more sharp-cornered and better adapted to being used as studs. Some of the add-on pieces may also be slightly off-color, possibly due to a change in factories in mid-production.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Autobot/Kre-OPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on Micro-Changer Perceptor at TFU.info]''

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[[File:KreO-Toy PerceptorC84.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yeah yeah, blinded with science, '80s reference, we get it.]]
*'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)
**''Set number'': '''B0090'''
**''Voted'': Class Brain
**''Accessories'': Large rifle, microscope slide (?)

:This version of Perceptor, part of the [[Kreon Class of 1984]] (despite the fact that Perceptor did not appear in ''Transformers'' in any capacity until 1985), has much more detailed toy-based [[tampograph]]s than his prior version, including a masked face. He comes with a clear blue 2x2 tile that one can only assume is supposed to be some kind of microscope slide.

:He was only available in a [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014 [[exclusive]] pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the "Kreon Class of 1984". Remaining stock was to be sold at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online, only there ''was'' no remaining stock after the show.

::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/SDCCKre-OPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on Class of 1984 Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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* '''Perceptor''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, 2016)
**''Collection'': '''2'''
**''Accessories'': Logo plate, large rifle

:In 2016, Collection 2 was re-released in a whole new production run for Dollar General stores in the US as part of a large collection of re-released ''Kre-O'' sets. But where most of these releases are nigh-identical to the originals, the re-released Micro-Changer blind-bags use the almost-entirely-retooled 2015 Kreon, with slightly-differently-hued plastics than the originals. (It is possible for some of the add-on pieces to be in the older hues.) Perceptor's [[tampograph]]s got some color changes, replacing the light gray with shiny silver, and changing his light blue toe paint to black.

:Sadly, this release has no individual-identification code on the bag, requiring you to use the feel-through-the-bag method or just buy blind and hope.
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===''Generations''===
*'''Autobot Warriors''' (Multi-pack, 2014)

:''Reveal the Shield'' Perceptor was re-released in a three-pack with ''Universe'' [[Ratchet (G1)/toys#Universe (2008)|Ratchet]] and ''Generations'' [[Kup (G1)/toys#Generations|Sergeant Kup]], available from Hasbro Asia and [[TakaraTomy Mall]]. All three Autobots feature new metallic paint decoes, which in Perceptor's case also includes a rear license plate reading "[[Nijika|N1j1K4]]."
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===''Platinum Edition''===
[[File:Generations-Platinum-Edition-Autobot-Intel-Ops-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now we can simulate that [[15 Go! Go!]] scene with ever ''greater'' efficiency!]]
*'''Autobot Intel Ops''' (2015)
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle, missile launcher, 3 missiles, 6 slides, slide holder

:Hasbro again re-released G1 Perceptor in 2015 as part of the [[Transformers: Platinum Edition|''Platinum Edition'']] toyline. He was co-packed with [[Blaster (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Blaster]], [[Eject (G1)#Generations|Eject]], [[Ramhorn (G1)#Generations|Ramhorn]], and [[Steeljaw (G1)#Generations|Steeljaw]] in a box with an opening front cover.

:A new feature included in this set specifically for Perceptor are six 'microscope slides' featuring different pictures, and a slide holder / cage which can hold all six slides. The slides fit snugly onto the mirror of Perceptor's mounting platform, although looking at them through the scope is an underwhelming experience, to say the least.

:Although Perceptor's missile launcher is included, once again the firing mechanism is completely gutted, with the trigger glued into the launcher. However, the missiles are still able to plug into the launcher and are held firmly in place by friction.

:In the United States, this set was officially a [[Target]] exclusive, though it was initially only ever found at a single Target store, otherwise only available via the company's website. It was later revealed that multiple Target stores had kept it in their stockroom and eventually put it out on instant clearance many months later. However, it was also stocked by US-based online retailers [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource, who supposedly obtained it as an import from Asia. It was available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely Malaysia, the Philippines and Singapore; it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular stores there or not). In Australia, it was sold at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores.

:In the United Kingdom, it was both sold at [[Toys"R"Us]] stores and officially available via the UK division of [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]], making this the first official UK release of all the toys contained within! In Spain, it was officially available via the Spanish division of Amazon. In Germany, it was originally available via Bankroft, an online retailer that otherwise specializes in [[Nerf]] blasters and accessories, as part of a special "Fan Edition" arrangement through Hasbro Germany, with the help of several German [[fandom|fan]] sites. Due to low sales, the unsold stock was later sold to Actionfiguren24, a German online retailer that specializes in imported toys, who was able to lower its price for its existing stock of imported Autobot Intel Ops sets as a result.
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===''Titans Return''===
[[File:TF-Generations-Titans-Return-Deluxe-Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Targeting grid eye not included.]]
*'''Convex & Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': Gun, [[Convex]] Titan Master

:Part of the fourth wave of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' Deluxe Class toys, Perceptor is based on [[Guido Guidi]]'s design for the character first seen in ''[[The Transformers: All Hail Megatron|All Hail Megatron]]'' (complete with sniper rifle), and transforms into a microscope. Perceptor's microscope lens works, and a dial on the scope can be turned to refocus it slightly. Titan Masters can be laid across the tray in robot mode, or pegged into the tray in head mode. Perceptor comes with his Titan Master partner [[Convex]], who transforms into his robot mode head.

:Perceptor is designed to transform into a new interpretation of the third mode of his original toy, with dedicated parts and clips to hold his body in place in the specific angled-upward position of the "motar cannon" configuration, but with his scope pointed forward like the "tank" configuration. It is omitted from his instructions for unknown reasons.

:Perceptor's transformation involves very little to lock anything in place in robot mode, relying on either friction or gravity to hold him together. This leaves him somewhat unstable, and his parts prone to shifting out of place when attempting to move his limbs. The large size of his scope also greatly restricts his head articulation.

:As with other ''Titans Return'' toys, Perceptor can accommodate any Titan Master figure in both robot and vehicle mode, though ''unlike'' most other figures in the line, Perceptor has no dedicated cockpit to hold them in. This means Titan Masters can really only lay in his tray in microscope mode, or attach to him via the small pegs sculpted onto the sides of his altmodes. There does appear to be a section sculpted specifically to hold a Titan Master's feet under the small flip-up silver panel on his chest that would allow them to "man" his third mode... except rather than sitting in it, they have to ''kneel'' with their knees locking into the groove.
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===''Legends''===
[[File:LG56-Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, [[December 30]], [[2017]])
**''ID number'': '''LG56'''
**''Accessories:'' Gun, Headmaster

:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' Perceptor is a redeco of his ''Titans Return'' Deluxe Class toy with some minor differences, such as red shoulders and elbows and an Autobot insignia on his chest instead of stomach, and also lacking the toy-style [[tampograph]]s on his legs. His Headmaster, redecoed from Convex, features detailed paint operations to resemble Perceptor himself and has blue instead of yellow eyes in head mode. Perceptor comes with [[Ramhorn (G1)#Legends|Amhorn]], who transforms into a weapon he can wield.
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===''Golden Lagoon''===
[[File:TF 35th Golden Lagoon Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Beachcomber / Perceptor / Seaspray''' (Three-pack, November 2018)
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''GL-03'''
**''Accessories'': Gun, Headmaster
:''[[The Transformers Golden Lagoon|Golden Lagoon]]'' Perceptor is a gold and gold chrome redeco of ''Titans Return'' Deluxe Class Perceptor in homage of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]] [[The Golden Lagoon (episode)|episode of the same name]]. Packaged with similar redecoes of ''Titans Return'' [[Seaspray (G1)#Golden Lagoon|Seaspray]] and ''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Beachcomber (G1)#Golden Lagoon|Beachcomber]], this set was released exclusively by [[TakaraTomy Mall]] as part of TakaraTomy's celebration of the franchise's 35th anniversary. The set was later rereleased by [[Hasbro Pulse]] in the USA in January 2021.

:This toy also appeared in ''[[Generations Selects Special Comic]]'' as a member of the [[Golden Age (GS)|Golden Age]], who may or may not be named "Perceptor".
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===''Studio Series''===
[[File:TF-Studio-Series-86-11-Deluxe-Perceptor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|"A cursory evaluation of this online broadcast indicates a low quantity of new products unveiled."<br>"In other words, you're disappointed."]]
*'''Perceptor''' (Deluxe Class, [[2022]])
**''Movie'': '''''The Transformers: The Movie'''''
**''Hasbro ID number'': '''86-11'''
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''SS-75'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': '''[[April 30]], 2022'''
**''Accessories'': Blaster, "[[Battle of Autobot City]]" backdrop

:Released to commemorate the 35th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', ''[[Studio Series]]'' Perceptor faithfully recreates his character model from the Generation 1 cartoon, and also features the tank tread legs from his original toy. Perceptor transforms into a microscope or his goofy mortar cannon mode. He comes with a modestly-sized blaster which can be carried in robot mode or pegged into the side of his scope/cannon in either alternate mode.

:The pearl-white paint on Perceptor's chest window, which is molded entirely in translucent plastic, is prone to scuffing even before the packaging is opened.

:Like the other ''Studio Series'' toys, the interior of the package forms a display backdrop, depicting the Battle of Autobot City in Perceptor's case.
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===''War for Cybertron Trilogy''===
[[File:Behold Galvatron Perceptor.JPG|thumb|200px]]
* '''Behold, Galvatron! Unicron Companion Pack''' (Leader Class, 2022)
:''[[War for Cybertron Trilogy (toyline)|War for Cybertron Trilogy]]'' Perceptor is a non-transforming and immobile minifigure, barely 10mm tall, scaled to interact with the immense [[Unicron/toys#HasLab|HasLab Unicron]] figure and its clear display base. This was one of a set of 14 minifigures in the "Unicron Companion Pack" that was included with the [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#War_for_Cybertron_Trilogy|"reformatting" version of Galvatron]]. The set was [[exclusive]] to [[Hasbro Pulse]].
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==Merchandise==
===Decoy===
[[File:Decoy Perceptor.jpg|upright=1|thumb|Red and rubbery with science!]]
*'''Cybertron Hero Collection 22''' (Decoy multi-pack, 1985)
:Perceptor was among the many characters rendered by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] as part of their series of 1.5" soft rubber ''keshigomu'' figurines. Like all the figures in the series, Perceptor 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. He was available in red as part of a 22-piece box set of Autobot figures, in peach as part of various other randomly-packed box sets released by Takara subsidiary [[Seven]], and in a wide variety of different colors in "gachapon" capsule machines.

*'''Perceptor''' (Decoy, 1987)
**''Decoy number'': 30
:The Perceptor 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. Like all Autobot Decoys, he was a randomly-chosen pack-in available with the carded [[Throttlebot]]s, [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]], [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], and [[Technobot (G1)|Technobot]]s.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Autobot/Decoys/Perceptor/perceptor.htm More information on decoy Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Super Collection Figure''===
[[File:SCF Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (2002)
**''Act'': '''7'''
**''Accessories'': Stand
:''[[Heroes of Cybertron|Super Collection Figure]]'' Perceptor is a non-transforming three-inch tall figure, released [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] in the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (franchise)|Victory]]''-themed "Act 7" of the line (which, given Perceptor had an [[Ginrai Dies!!|extended cameo]] in the [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Victory (cartoon)|''Victory'' cartoon]], makes sense). He came in both full color and painted-pewter versions, each packed one per case of twelve. Bizarrely, the color version has a red left hand, which is even reflected in the packaging photography.

: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. On top of that, the short peg for his shoulder-mounted microscope assembly needs to be shaved down slightly to fit into the extremely shallow hole on his shoulder.

:The pewter version of Perceptor was packed with the [[Star Saber (G1)#Super Collection Figure|Victory Saber]] rifle. This part could also be in either full color or pewter, packed at a ratio of eight color parts to two pewters.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/SCFPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Super Collection Figure'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Cybertron/PewterPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on pewter ''Super Collection Figure'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Heroes of Cybertron''===
[[File:HOC Perceptor.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (2003)
:Perceptor was released in the fourth wave of the ''[[Heroes of Cybertron]]'', casting the ''Super Collection Figure'' mold in clear blue plastic painted over, leaving the eyes and back of the head unpainted to attempt a [[light-piping]] gimmick. This release also correctly colors his left hand dark gray. There is still a slight issue with the incredibly shallow peg/hole combo that holds his shoulder-scope on, so some slight paint-shaving might be needed to keep it in place.

:He was released on a separate card instead of a blindpacked box, and came with the head and sword of the [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/toys#Heroes of Cybertron|Fortress Maximus]] build-a-figurine.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2002/Autobot/HoCPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Heroes of Cybertron'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:Robotheroesperceptorhardshell.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Now competing on "Iron Chemist".]]
*'''Perceptor & Hardshell''' (Two-pack, 2008)
:Part of the fourth wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', Perceptor is a super-cute figure packed versus [[Bombshell (G1)#Robot Heroes|Hardshell]] as part of the "Generation 1 Series".
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::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/RHPerceptor/perceptor.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Perceptor at TFU.info]''
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===''Tiny Titans''===
*'''Perceptor''' (Tiny Titans, 2016)
**''Series'': '''5'''
**''Number'': '''10/12'''
:Part of the fifth assortment of ''[[Tiny Titans]]'' [[blindpacking|blindpacks]], this version of Perceptor is a very small, soft-plastic figure of him in robot mode, kneeling with a sniper rifle, recalling his [[IDW Publishing|IDW]] incarnation.

:He includes a collectible card that renders him in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|2015 ''Robots in Disguise'']] styling. The card includes a scan-badge for the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]], which unlocks a random amount of Energon "currency" and a randomized bonus power-up item.
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===''Transformers Figure Collection''===
[[File:TF-Transformers-Figure-Collection-Perceptor-Decoy.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor''' (01-2016)
:Standing 42 mm tall, ''Transformers Figure Collection'' Perceptor is a non-poseable soft-rubber figure based on his [[Decoy]] figure.
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===''Transformers Trading Card Game''===
[[File:W4PPerceptor.jpg|thumb]]
*'''Perceptor, Precise Sniper''' (2020)
**'''Wave 5P: Titan Masters Attack'''
**''Rarity: '''''RT'''
**''Card Number: '''''P06/2020'''
**''Stars: ''8
:This card's set was originally scheduled 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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===''ReAction''===
*'''Perceptor''' (2020)
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle

: Released in the third wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[ReAction]]'' Perceptor 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.

: As with all releases in the ''ReAction'' toyline, Perceptor 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.

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*'''MC-20 Microscope''' (2020)
**''Accessories'': Concussion rifle

: As a special "[[Black Friday (event)|Black Friday]]" exclusive, ''ReAction'' Perceptor got a [[black repaint]] based on the original ''[[Micro Change]]'' "MC-20 Micro Scope" toy that pre-dated the ''Transformers'' "Perceptor" release. AKA "[[Magnificus (G1)|Magnificus]]" colors. Why he wasn't called that is anyone's guess.

: This figure was only available through Super7's website.
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==Notes==
* At [[Toy Fair 2013]], ''Kre-O'' Perceptor was shown having more or less [[Bombshell (G1)#Kre-O|Hardshell]]'s alt-mode. Why? Lord knows.

==References==
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[[Category:Decoys]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Autobots]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Kre-O Autobots]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Legends Autobots]]
[[Category:Platinum Edition]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:Studio Series Autobots]]
[[Category:Titans Return Autobots]]
[[Category:Toys"R"Us exclusives]]
[[Category:Transformers with three modes]]
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[[Category:Universe Autobots]]

Blitzwing (G1)/toys

2022-08-23T21:13:38Z

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'''Blitzwing''' is the archetypal tank-jet [[Triple Changer]].

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==Toys==
===''The Transformers''===
[[File:Blitzwingg1toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Transforms from back-to-front tank to unflyable plane to feetless robot and back!]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Triple Changer, [[1985]])
**''Takara ID number'': '''43'''
**''Accessories'': [[gyro-blaster rifle]], [[electron scimitar]], 3 [[concussion weapon|concussion missiles]]
:Originally a ''[[Diaclone]]'' toy (the only ''Transformers'' [[Triple Changer]] who had a previous ''Diaclone'' release), Blitzwing can transform from [[robot mode]] to two different [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]s; a Soviet MiG-25 fighter jet or a Japanese Type-74 assault tank. Like most early G1 toys, he has little or no articulation in robot mode, with only his arms being able to move up and down a little. He does, however, have a swiveling turret and deployable front landing gear in his vehicle modes.

:All U.S. versions had the spring-loaded missile launchers severely weakened. The Japanese releases, however, kept the full-strength launching mechanisms. The tank turret on the original Blitzwing toy can be taken off, while later releases feature a turret that cannot be removed.

:This mold was returned to its ''Diaclone'' coloration and re-released in 2005 as [[Overcharge (G1)#Collector's Edition|Overcharge]], an [[e-HOBBY]] exclusive.
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1985/Decepticon/Blitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===''The Transformers Collection''===
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[2005]])
**''ID number'': '''17'''
**''Accessories'': gyro-blaster rifle, electron scimitar, 3 concussion missiles
:Blitzwing was reissued as part of [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' series. Despite being included in the instruction manual, the [[rubsign]] was nowhere to be found on this version. The tank turret cannot be removed on this release.
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===''Generations''===
[[File:Generationstoy-Voyager Blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Ich bin wieder da! Und wo ist der verfluchte [[Warpath (G1)/toys|Bolschewist?!]] ''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]
[[File:TakaraTomy-Generations-TG22-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Mit der Geschwindigkeit eines Kampfjets und der Stärke eines Panzers! ''(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)'']]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Triple Changer Voyager, [[2013]])
**''Series / Number'': '''02 / 002'''
**''Japanese ID number'': '''TG22'''
**''Accessories'': rifle, scimitar, [[missile]]
:Part of the third wave of [[2012]]-[[2013]] ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Voyager Class toys, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' Blitzwing is a modern reinterpretation of his original toy, and transforms into two vaguely futuristic vehicles: a jet with an opening cockpit and back-mounted rocket boosters, as well as a tank with a rotating turret and a spring-loaded cannon that launches its missile when the barrel is compressed. The cannon can be swung out and deployed for use in jet mode. He comes with a blaster and a sword, both of which mount/are held by [[5 mm post]]. He features 5 mm ports for his hands, shoulders/vehicle sides, cannon base, and wings, while both weapons have numerous additional posts and ports.

:In a nod to his ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Blitzwing (Animated)|incarnation]], he sports a face-swapping feature, allowing him to switch between a more traditional, visored face, a monocled face (inspired by the ''Animated'' character's 'Icy' persona), and a black jack-o'-lantern-like face (inspired by the ''Animated'' character's 'Random' persona). Unlike his inspiration however, the toy's faces spin vertically rather than horizontally.

:The toy is renowned for two significant [[design flaw]]s. The first is that tabs meant to anchor the robot shoulders to the chest never solidly lock into place—they are simply too far apart. This makes his shoulder assemblies swing up and out of his chest when the shoulders are rotated up. Pressing the shoulder slots into the chest tabs ''sometimes'' works to counter this, but it depends on the [[Quality control|tolerances]] of each individual figure. The problem can be completely eliminated with a little work:
:#For those not wishing to modify the toy itself, spacing material can be affixed to the back of the shoulder piece. This creates support in the back and allows the front tabs to remain in place.
:#Alternately, one can disassemble the figure and lightly sand the screw mounts and inside chest walls on the front half, bringing the back of the figure and the front closer together, and allowing the shoulder assemblies to lock in completely solid as originally intended. This has the potential risk of over-sanding, which prevents the legs from clipping securely to his chest for his vehicle modes.
:The second major flaw concerns the face-swapping feature; almost universally, this does not actually end up working because the rotating faces are rendered immobile by an excess of paint on the inside of the helmet, including the post the faces are mounted on. This can be fixed by dismantling the head, removing the faces, and trimming the excess paint in the helmet interior, or in some circumstances, by leaving the toy in a freezer until the inner-helmet paint becomes brittle enough to crack by exerting pressure on the faces, allowing the faces to move as designed. Unfortunately, the yellow paint is also prone to rubbing off when transformed due the rubber used to create the jet mode's nosecone.

:There are two [[variant]]s of Blitzwing: The first version sports an all-silver Decepticon [[insignia]] on its chest and has the missile inserted into the turret inside the packaging, no extra space for the missile in the plastic tray behind the turret and no holes cut for tying down the missile, while a later running change changed the Decepticon insignia's color to purple, with a silver outline, and has the missile tied down in the plastic tray behind the turret.<ref name="genvari1">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/944880-variant-generations-blitzwing.html TFW2005 thread] about ''Generations'' Blitzwing's Decepticon insignia variant.</ref><ref name="genvari2">[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/897354-generation-blitzwing-packaging-bubble-variant-fyi.html TFW2005 thread] about ''Generations'' Blitzwing's missile-placement-inside-the-packaging variant.</ref> Oddly, the official Hasbro [[stock photography|stock photo]] of the toy inside its packaging depicts the later version.

:The Japanese release sports a more metallic gold paint application as opposed to the lemon yellow gloss of his helmet, additional purple paint on his thighs and shoulders, dark metallic gray paint within his cockpit, and additional silver paint on his torso. The neck of the figure is now painted black rather than yellow to better blend in with the lower portion of his three faces. Some of the silver detailing on his torso was changed to gold. The figure also features a lighter, more metallic purple, lighter tan, and silver paint on all his gray plastic. The rubberized nose cone's colors are now more in sync with the entire body's purple. The scimitar weapon is molded in a solid purple plastic as opposed to the Hasbro version's "blade" being painted in a lighter hue to simulate an "energon" effect. The same design flaws that plagued the Hasbro release were also carried over in the Tomy version with the exception of the face switching gimmick issue.

:Blitzwing was [[retool]]ed into ''Generations'' [[Doubledealer#Generations|Doubledealer]] and ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[Starscream (Cloud)#Cloud 2|Starscream]], neither of which fixed the mold's shoulder problem. The design of the figure also inspired the look of [[Flywheels#2005 IDW continuity|Flywheels]] in the 2005 IDW continuity.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/GenBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Generations'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''

===''Construct-Bots''===
[[File:Construct-bots-blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Wishes he had a face-changing gimmick.]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Triple-Changer, 2013)
: Part of Wave 1 of ''[[Construct-Bots]]'' Triple-Changers, Blitzwing can transform into something that vaguely resembles a jet and something that vaguely resembles a tank. He is armed with a projectile launching main cannon, a set of non-firing Gatling guns and a blaster. His face was retooled into [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Construct-Bots|Ironhide]]'s.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/CBBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===''Bot Shots''===
[[File:BotShots 3pack Blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Scourge / Sergeant Kup / Blitzwing''' (Multi-pack, 2013)
**''Series'': '''2'''
**''Number'': '''Super Bot 007'''
***''Fist strength'': '''181'''
***''Blaster strength'': '''845'''
***''Sword strength'': '''594'''

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 2 three-packs, Blitzwing is a [[redeco]] of Series 1 [[Brawl (Movie)#Bot Shots|Decepticon Brawl]] in transparent purple, transforming into a tank with a [[Autotransformation|spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when the front is pressed. He has a "spinner" in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels. As a Super Bot, he has more lopsided strength ratings.

: He comes with [[Scourge (Cybertron)#Scourge3Pack|Spin Shot Scourge]] and [[Kup (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Spin Shot Sergeant Kup]]. He shares parts with Series 1 [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Megatron]] and Series 1 [[Shockwave (Movie)#Bot Shots|Shockwave]].

:The second wave of Series 2 three-packs didn't reach mass retail in the United States, only showing up in discount stores like Ross.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Bot Shots'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''

===''Kre-O''===
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*'''Kreon Class of '85''' (Kreon figure set, 2015)
**''Set number'' '''B5152'''
**''Voted'': Class Jock
**''Accessories'': Scoped pistol, curved blade

: ''[[Kre-O]]'' Blitzwing, President of the Chess Club that year, is a small brick-built [[Kreon]] figure, using the 2015-style construction with raised hands and the sturdier "peg-in-peg" torso/waist connection.

: He was only available as part of the [[San Diego Comic-Con]]-[[exclusive]] "[[Kreon Class of '85]]" 30-Kreon set. This set was also sold online through [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] after the show.

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/SDCCKre-OBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on Class of '85 Blitzwing at TFU.info]''

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*'''Blitzwing''' (Kreon Triple Changer, 2015)
**''Accessories'': Pistol, Buildable Scimitar

:Part of the (ultimately unreleased) Battle Changers Kreon Triple Changer line, Blitzwing transforms from robot to jet to tank and back without removing any parts! As a nod to his [[Blitzwing (Animated)|''Animated'' counterpart]], he comes with two optional heads.

:Blitzwing (along with Drift) was shown at Toy Fair 2015, but no accounts of it seeing release in any market have ever surfaced.
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===''Platinum Edition''===
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[[File:Platinum-edition-g1-blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Blitzwheels? Flywing?]]
*'''Decepticon Triple Changers''' (Platinum Edition, 2015)
**''Accessories'': gyro-blaster rifle, electron scimitar, 3 concussion missiles
:Part of a ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' two-pack with [[Astrotrain (G1)/toys#Platinum Edition|Astrotrain]] released under the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' line, this reissue of Blitzwing features an unprecedented light brown and red color scheme. The exact inspiration for this deco is unknown, with the currently prevalent theory being that it's supposedly an homage to the [[Duocon]] [[Flywheels]]'s colors.

:This set was officially an [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive in the United States and Canada. However, it was also stocked by US-based online retailers [[BigBadToyStore]] and TFSource, who supposedly obtained it as an import from Asia. It was available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely Malaysia, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Singapore, and Taiwan; it's currently unknown whether it was exclusive to any particular stores there or not). In the United Kingdom, it was available via A1Toys.

:This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as [[Fever Dream]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/PlatinumBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Platinum Edition'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===''Titans Return''===
[[File:TF-Titans-Return-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The Titan Master not being named [[Triple Takeover|"Zone"]] is a war crime.]]
*'''Decepticon Hazard & Blitzwing''' (Voyager Class, 2017)
**''Accessories'': seated gun, tank barrel, scimitar, Hazard Titan Master

:Released as part of the fifth (and final) wave of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' Voyager Class toys, Blitzwing is a redeco/retool of [[Megatron (G1)/Generations toys#Titans Return|Megatron]]. He also comes with [[Hazard]], a Titan Master who transforms into Blitzwing's head. Hasbro's stock photo (see right) has the figure transformed using Megatron's instructions, but a more animation-accurate depiction of the character can be achieved by simply rotating the tail wings forward, leaving the jet wings unfolded, and keeping the tank barrel attached to the turret. Like Megatron, Blitzwing is capable of transforming into his tank mode without removing his head, though this leaves it exposed completely on the vehicle's back. The Titan Master gimmick also gives creative buyers an oppurtunity to recreate his ''Animated'' counterpart's face swapping gimmick.

:A recurring issue with many examples of the figure involves the figure's thighs being coated in so much paint that it affects the clearance and range of motion on the joints connected to them. This results in stiff thigh swivels and may sometimes prevent the shins from properly folding up and locking into the hips for either vehicle mode. The Blitzwing face on Hazard's back is also coated in heavy amounts of paint, causing the facial details to become nearly indiscernible. Additionally, the tabs that keep the arms in place in robot and tank mode and the panels in the legs in vehicle mode are both very prone to popping out. The stickers on the wings seem especially prone to peeling, sometimes doing so right out of the box.
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===''Legends''===
[[File:TF-Legends-LG-59-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|It's a RECTANKLE]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Voyager Class, [[2018]]-[[January 27|01-27]])
**''ID number:'' '''LG-59'''
**''Accessories'': seated gun, tank barrel, scimitar, Headmaster

:''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' Blitzwing is a redeco of the [[#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Voyager toy]] in cartoon-accurate colors and with easier to see facial features. He comes with [[Big Convoy#Legends|Big Fight]], redecoed from the beast/vehicle accessory of ''Titans Return'' [[Shuffler#Generations|Shuffler]].

:Interestingly, his instructions and stock photography depict an alternate transformation for the robot mode, leaving the jet mode tail fins less transformed in order to more closely match his animation model.
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===''Legacy''===
[[File:TF-Legacy-Leader-Class-Blitzwing.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Warpath will make sure to [[Dinobot Island, Part 2#Quotes|'''tank''']] him.]]
*'''Blitzwing''' (Leader Class, [[2022]])
**''TakaraTomy ID number'': '''TL-10'''
**''TakaraTomy release date'': [[October]], [[2022]]
**''Accessories:'' 2x blasters, sword, [[Energon]] hands/missile racks

:Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Legacy]]'' Leader Class toys, Blitzwing is a mostly cartoon-accurate version of the character. He transforms into either his Soviet MiG-25 fighter jet mode (with ''very'' visible tank kibble) in 32 steps, or his tank mode which is based on a Bradley fighting vehicle (with ''even more'' visible plane cockpit in a poor attempt to adhere to cartoon accuracy) in 41 steps. His accessories include two blasters, which can mount to any of his vehicle modes, his signature scimitar (which is molded in soft plastic), and two [[Energon]] hands, which can plug into his robot mode as gauntlets. These can transform and double as missile racks in his vehicle modes.

:Like many modern Leaders, Blitzwing stands about as tall as contemporary Voyager-class figures but features additional accessories and a more complex transformation.

:This figure was revealed by CBR a day prior to the [[April 12]], [[2022]] Fan First Tuesday.<ref>[https://www.ign.com/articles/new-transformers-generations-legacy-figure-line-announced-by-hasbro ''EXCLUSIVE: Transformers Debuts Wild Rider, Blitzwing Legacy Figures'' - on CBR]</ref>
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==Merchandise==
===Decoy===
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[1986]])
:[[Decoy]] Blitzwing is a small, purple, soft-rubber figure that came randomly packed with smaller carded toys.

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

===''Transformers Gum''===
*'''Blitzwing''' (1986)
**''Accessories:'' "Gyro-Blaster Gun"
:Essentially a downsized version of the original Blitzwing toy, the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' kit is sculpted from black, red, and grey plastic, features stickers rather than paint applications for details, and came with a stick of gum.
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===''3D Battle-Card Game''===
[[File:Blitzwing Energon Wars.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|My life is a mystery.]]
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[2007]])
:A 30-point "uncommon" character in the ''[[3D Battle-Card Game]]''{{'}}s "Energon Wars" expansion, Blitzwing "transforms" into a burgundy and blue tank. He uses the same parts layout as [[Transformers (film)|movie]] [[Brawl (Movie)|Brawl]] and [[Wreckage (Movie)|Wreckage]] and [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[Warpath (G1)/toys|Warpath]].

:Blitzwing ''really'' looks like [[Quake (G1)|Quake]]. However, his stat card is clearly intended for Blitzwing, listing several of that character's trademark weapons as attacks.
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===''Robot Heroes''===
[[File:Robotheroeshoundblitzwing.jpg|upright=1.22|thumb|[[Blitzwing (Animated)|German accent]] not included.]]
*'''Autobot Hound & Blitzwing''' (Two-pack, [[2008]])
:Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]''-branded ''[[Robot Heroes (toyline)|Robot Heroes]]'', Blitzwing is a [[super deformed]] figure sculpted holding his electron scimitar. He has articulation in his neck and shoulders and came in a two-pack with [[Hound (G1)/toys#Robot Heroes|Hound]].

::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/RHBlitzwing/blitzwing.htm More information on ''Robot Heroes'' Blitzwing at TFU.info]''
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===The Loyal Subjects===
[[File:Blitzwingtls.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[2014]])
:[[The Loyal Subjects]] Blitzwing is a Wave 3 figure with standard articulation. He features a pumping cannon gimmick. He also has a sword and a gun. There are two Blitzwings per 16 figures.
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===''Transformers Trading Card Game''===
[[File:W2Blitzwing.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]
*'''Blitzwing, Relentless Foe''' ([[2019]])
**'''Wave 2: Rise of the Combiners'''
**''Rarity: '''''SRT'''
**''Card Number: '''''T09/T46'''
**''Stars: ''11
:Blitzwing, Relentless Foe is one of forty-six character cards released as part of Wave 2 of the [[Transformers Trading Card Game]], Rise of the Combiners. In order to depict the [[Triple Changer]] nature of the character, Blitzwing, Relentless Foe is a folding card, with both Alt Modes depicted when the card is folded in half, and Bot Mode depicted when the card is unfolded.

:The line-art for the card's jet mode was drawn by [[Marcelo Matere]], while the artwork for tank and robot mode is reused from the ''[[Transformers Legends (mobile game)|Transformers Legends]]'' mobile game.
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===''ReAction''===
*'''Blitzwing''' (2020)
**''Accessories'': Gyro-blaster rifle, electron scimitar

: Released in the third wave of [[Super7]]'s line of multi-property 3.75-inch "retro" action figures, ''[[ReAction]]'' Blitzwing 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.

: As with all releases in the ''ReAction'' toyline, Blitzwing 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.
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===Eaglemoss===
* '''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 Blitzwing was slated to be one of the Rook pieces 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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===''Pop!''===
*'''Blitzwing''' ([[Funko Pop!#Digital Pop! NFTs|Digital ''Pop!'']], 2022)
**''Rarity:''
***''Monochrome'': '''Common'''
***''Static'': '''Common'''
***''Glowing'': '''Uncommon'''
***''Chrome'': '''Uncommon'''
***''Original'': '''Epic'''
:{{W|Non-fungible token|NFTs}} depicting Blitzwing in the Funko style.
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File:TRANSFORMERS_COMMON_BLITZWING_MONOCHROME.gif
File:TRANSFORMERS_COMMON_BLITZWING_STATIC.gif|Changes from statue to statue...''to statue''!
File:TRANSFORMERS_UNCOMMON_BLITZWING_GLOW.gif
File:TRANSFORMERS_UNCOMMON_BLITZWING_PURPLECHROME.gif
File:TRANSFORMERS_EPIC_BLITZWING_ORIGINAL.gif
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==References==
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[[Category:3D Battle-Cards]]
[[Category:Bot Shots Decepticons]]
[[Category:Construct-Bots Decepticons]]
[[Category:Decoys]]
[[Category:Construct-Bots Decepticons]]
[[Category:Generation 1 toy Decepticons]]
[[Category:Generations]]
[[Category:Headmasters]]
[[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]
[[Category:Kreons]]
[[Category:Legacy Decepticons]]
[[Category:Legends Decepticons]]
[[Category:Platinum Edition]]
[[Category:Robot Heroes]]
[[Category:SDCC exclusives]]
[[Category:Titans Return Decepticons]]
[[Category:Triple Changers]]
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