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<p>Technospike: /* Mashems */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambigm|Soundwave (disambiguation)|Soundblaster (disambiguation)}}<br /> :''Soundwave is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:Soundwave Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&lt;center&gt;&quot;...&quot;&lt;/center&gt;| No eyes...always watching...]]<br /> '''Soundwave''' (aka '''Soundblaster''') is the spy master of the Decepticons. One of [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s earliest followers, and, many believe, instrumental to his rise, he uses his tentacles and a veritable army of [[Mini-Con]] [[Deployer (WFC)|Deployer]]s to learn everything there is to know about his allies and his enemies. He was never very chatty, but these days, on Earth, he's become near silent, communicating by playing back recordings of other people's conversations. He just sneaks about, patiently looking for Autobot transmissions and creeping [[Starscream (WFC)|you]] out.<br /> <br /> Soundwave often finds himself acting as a restraint on [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], reining in his rather volatile emotions, and ensuring that Starscream's less than subtle ambitions are held in check. Indeed, this applies to every soldier amongst the Decepticon ranks. Even a treacherous schemer like Starscream has very good reason to fear Soundwave; his ferocity and strength from his gladiator days have not lessened in the slightest, rendering him a deadly foe to any Autobot, or [[Airachnid (Prime)|treacherous Decepticon]] seeking to usurp Megatron. This undying loyalty to his master, as well as their long history together, have attained him a lofty, high position in the Decepticon hierarchy. While [[Dreadwing (Prime)|others]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|may]] have officially held the rank of [[second-in-command]], Soundwave may be the true bearer of that distinction, out of sheer loyalty to the Decepticon leader. As long as Soundwave is around, Megatron has nothing to fear.<br /> <br /> It's not just loyalty to Megatron that makes Soundwave such an effective soldier, however. Soundwave wouldn't be caught dead employing ''Bond'' villain tactics; he is concise and pragmatic in all of his endeavors. If he doesn't personally harm you during an outing, don't consider it an act of mercy or decency. You're not a part of his mission and not worth considering. [[Primus]] help you if you're in the way or you ''are'' his mission.<br /> <br /> Soundwave has the ability to receive transmissions from anywhere on the planet, bar the shielded Autobot Base. This allows him to spy on every being on the planet in the hopes of picking up Autobot-related communications. He is also adept in his use of [[GroundBridge]]s during combat, dealing many a foe a frustrating defeat by virtue of them simply not being able to get to him.<br /> <br /> Although he usually works with [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]], Soundwave's range of Mini-Con subordinates also include [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (WFC)|Ravage]], [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]], [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], [[Zori]], [[Stuntwing]], [[Trickout]], [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]], and [[Goldgear]].<br /> <br /> {{quote|Watch out for the quiet ones.|[[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]|&quot;[[One Shall Rise, Part 3]]&quot;}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Covenant of Primus''===<br /> <br /> Soundwave emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] sometime during or before the [[Age of Wrath]]. As the [[Quintesson]]s took control of Cybertron, they helped establish civilization across the planet, and a ruling body of Cybertronians to oversee the day-to-day activities the Quints wished the Cybertronians to perform. An election was held that named [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Zeta]] as Prime, and Soundwave became a member of his council of thirteen.<br /> <br /> As the age went on, however, Sentinel and his council became suspicious of the Quintessons and ultimately began to plot against the totalitarian rule of these &quot;benevolent invaders&quot;. Although the council kept their true intentions secret, active cells of rebellion broke out independently on Cybertron. A scientist named [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] was the first to translate the Quintesson written language for the rebels, and Soundwave's surveillance abilities acquired this information for the council as well.<br /> <br /> After the Quintessons were eventually overthrown, Soundwave and the council ushered in the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, reverse-engineering Quintesson technology and making their own innovations. A [[Space bridge]] network was used in conjunction with cyberforming equipment to create colony worlds, carrying Cybertronians to the stars. A mechanism was even discovered for carrying the Well's life-giving power to other worlds, allowing energon and Cybertronian life to flourish there as well. Soundwave was present at the lighting of the ceremonial torch that carried the spark of the Well to the first colony world of [[Archon]].<br /> <br /> But then, disaster. A [[Rust Plague]] sprang up on the colonies, virulent and incurable. The council made the dark decision to destroy the space bridges, cutting their colonists off forevermore. What followed was the so-called [[Age of Rust]], where Cybertron failed to find new inspiration after the disastrous end of their colonization program, and a metaphorical rust settled in to the population as well. Soundwave was the most vocal member of the council in trying to find something, ''anything'', to strive for and renew the population's interest. But the council's ennui was deep by this point, and they lacked the drive to push forward any new plans. As the other councilors talked about more research, more time, Soundwave denounced them all as doing nothing BUT talk, and renounced words altogether. He abandoned his position on the council and took a vow of silence, letting his actions speak for him from that point forward. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|Covenant of Primus}}<br /> <br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> Soundwave was a gladiator from [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]] who almost bested [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] in combat, an act that created mutual respect between the two. Soundwave saw in Megatron a desire to return to the swashbuckling spirit of the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, when Cybertronians emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] having to escape from the [[Underworld]]'s monsters rather than being put into a [[caste system|caste]]. He was appointed Megatron's lieutenant with [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. Though Megatron despised Minicons, Soundwave insisted on having them around to spy on their gladiators, including the time when Megatron's librarian friend [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Orion Pax]] came to visit. He was suspicious of Orion and even asked permission from Megatron to tail him as he returned to [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]].<br /> <br /> After [[Decepticon]]s bombed Cybertron in Megatron's name, Soundwave sent [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]] and [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] to search for the [[Matrix of Leadership]] in [[Crystal City]] (a place which design he always found self-indulgent). Soundwave was not sure whether he should have bothered, as he was not superstitious and wondered what use a piece of a [[Star Saber (Prima)|broken sword]] could be. Instead he got chilling indications Crystal City's scientists were planning to revive [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]]. <br /> <br /> [[File:WFCcomicDecepticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;Yeah, this look is cool now, but I don't think I'll have it ''forever'': I mean, who'd like to [[GEEWUN|see things looking the same for over twenty five years]], right guys? ...guys?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Soundwave attended Orion and Megatron's hearing before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]]. During this meeting, Soundwave helped to sow discord and tension by loudly shouting his complaints over security breaches that, in truth, he himself had caused. The Council noted that they were aware someone had tried to find the Matrix, and they appointed Orion [[Prime (rank)|Prime]] and requested he find it. This tore Orion and Megatron's movement in two.<br /> <br /> During the final days of the war, Soundwave and his minions' research changed the fate of Cybertron. It was they who found the areas of the [[DataNet]] that [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] had overlooked and not deleted, revealing the existence of [[Dark Energon]] on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] Station. It was he who remembered the [[Geosynchronous Energon Bridge]] below Crystal City that allowed for the mass transportation of Dark Energon between Cybertron and Trypticon. And it was the evidence he got from Rumble and Frenzy when they infiltrated Crystal City that revealed the existence of the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]] and its two [[Code Key]]s, which enabled Megatron to poison the [[Core]] of Cybertron.<br /> <br /> When Optimus removed the Chamber from the Core, beginning the planet's slow healing process, Soundwave boarded the ''Nemesis'' with Megatron, [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Lugnut (WFC)|Lugnut]] to pursue the Autobot ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'' into the unknown reaches of space. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> <br /> {{note|Soundwave's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic &quot;[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|Transformers: War for Cybertron]].&quot;}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave regained consciousness on board the ''Nemesis'' after emerging from the energy field created by the Space Bridge explosion over Cybertron. While Megatron demanded a status report, Soundwave was already deep at work in a console attempting to determine the answer. Along with Starscream and Megatron, Soundwave examined the tracking reports and confirmed Starscream's assumption that the ''Ark'' was likely not too far away. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Ask Vector Prime===<br /> In [[Uniend 610.23 Zeta]], {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}} [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] feared that if he or [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] knew the whereabouts of the [[AllSpark]], Soundwave would be able to find it. {{storylink|Bumblebee at Tyger Pax}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Germán Fabregat]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Arto Nieminen]] (Finnish)}}<br /> When a gladiator calling himself Megatronus vowed to challenge Cybertron's leadership, Soundwave was his first follower and chief amongst them. Soundwave remained at Megatronus' side, now Megatron, as the conflict escalated into a war. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} After finding out that the Decepticon scientist [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had used Rumble and Frenzy as test subjects in his experiment to swap the sparks of Decepticons between different bodies, he demanded that Shockwave return them to their original bodies, to which Shockwave complied. {{storylink|Unreliable Narratives}} Following the [[Great Exodus]], when the Decepticons were trying to decrypt an encoded Autobot transmission, Soundwave suggested they should let Shockwave have a shot at interrogating [[Arcee (WFC)|Arcee]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]]. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons later arrived on [[Earth]]. During a Decepticon attack on Cliffjumper, Soundwave intercepted Arcee's comms talk. He later played it back to Starscream, prompting the Decepticon leader to send the drones after her. He later detected transmissions coming from deep space, that prompted the Decepticons to fire up the [[space bridge]], allowing Megatron to return. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} <br /> <br /> [[File:DarknessRising5-Soundwaveturn.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|''Voice actor:'' [[Snake-Eyes]] (English).]]<br /> Shortly after Megatron left the ship on a mission, Starscream wondered aloud if Megatron had a touch of space madness, and Soundwave reminded him that their absent leader was still in charge. Starscream told him to step up global surveillance. Soundwave subsequently intercepted a transmission from [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] and, on Starscream's order, dispatched [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] to capture the agent to learn the location of the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} When the Autobots attacked the ''Nemesis'' to retrieve Fowler, slaughtering dozens of their soldiers, Soundwave hid. He simply watched when Megatron returned and took his fury out on Starscream on the bridge for not waiting on his command. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> Starscream sent Soundwave to the [[Giant Sized Array]] radio telescope in [[Texas]] as they needed to use the array to target the space bridge at [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Soundwave hacked into the computer network at the site, but after he had lined up the dishes, someone realigned them. In response to Starscream's demands as to what was happening, he tapped into the base's security system and discovered that the Autobots' three human friends were in a nearby room, similarly accessing the computer. He extended a tentacle into the room they were in and attacked them. When [[Miko Nakadai|Miko]] tried to chop the tentacle with an ax, Soundwave took it from her and used it to sever the computer system's hardline, locking the dishes on Cybertron. The three kids entered the room in time to see him leaving, and Miko and Soundwave snapped photos of each other. <br /> <br /> [[File:MastersStudents-Soundwavesradar.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|See how much more convincing I am as a [[:File:Cybertronsoundwave.jpg|communications tower]] with this look?]]<br /> <br /> Because of Soundwave's success, the Autobots resorted to sabotaging the space bridge, blowing it up and taking Megatron with it. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}} At Starscream's order, Soundwave activated the comm system so Starscream could give a speech to the troops, declaring himself leader. Failing to impress the Vehicons, Starscream pressed Soundwave's sensors into locating [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]], a Decepticon secreted in a pod in the desert. Starscream and Soundwave reactivated Skyquake, only to find he wasn't receptive to Starscream's leadership, and instead set about fighting [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]. Soundwave detected a Decepticon signal from the site where the space bridge exploded, and when Starscream went to investigate, Soundwave sent Laserbeak to keep Starscream honest while he himself filmed the battle between Skyquake and Optimus and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Though the outcome of the fight was not favorable to the Decepticon cause, Soundwave was able to ensure that Starscream returned Megatron's barely-functioning body to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave intercepted a transmission from [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] who was heading for Earth. At Starscream's order, he downloaded the necessary information to [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]], who took on Wheeljack's form and infiltrated the Autobot base. As Starscream and Soundwave paid a visit to the captive Wheeljack, Soundwave prevented his leader from terminating their prisoner, as he might be of use later. The two 'Cons retired to the ship's top deck to wait for Makeshift to activate the [[GroundBridge]], however Wheeljack broke free and started trashing the Vehicons. When Wheeljack escaped through the ground bridge and sent back Makeshift with his grenade activated, Soundwave and Starscream made sure to get well clear before he exploded. {{storylink|Con Job}} During another Autobot operation, Soundwave listened in on their comm chatter, prompting Starscream to send some Vehicons to attack. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Deusex-Soundwavecrouching.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|And that's why there's no [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]].]]<br /> When [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] mentioned seeing an [[Energon Harvester]] in a fresco in [[Greece]], Soundwave was able to track the device's location to a museum. Breakdown and [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] kept the Autobots busy in front of the museum while Soundwave sneaked in the back. He ran into [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] and [[Jack Darby|Jack]], who were already in the process of stealing the Harvester, and grabbed it from them before making a getaway in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SickMind-Soundwaveobjects.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|&quot;Let me see some tenderness connected with a death, or that dark chamber, Spirit, which we left just now, will be forever present to me.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Starscream and Knock Out made a concerted attempt to convince Soundwave that Megatron was beyond saving, and that the only option left to them was euthanasia. Soundwave remained skeptical, and pointed out the patch cable that Arcee and Bumblebee was using to access Megatron's brain. Megatron's life support was damaged during the ensuing confusion, and though it seemed Starscream and Knock Out were content to leave Megatron flat-lining, Soundwave pressured them into reconnecting the cable sustaining their master. {{storylink|Sick Mind}}<br /> <br /> After Megatron's resurrection, Soundwave kept him informed regarding Starscream's activities, including his attempt to resurrect Skyquake with the Dark Energon shard ripped from Megatron's chest, and the loss of his arm. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Soundwave watched as Breakdown was captured by [[MECH]], and reported back to Starscream. He was on the bridge of the ''Nemesis'' when Starscream passed the news on to Megatron, who was less than impressed that Breakdown had been taken by a bunch of humans. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} He detected the magnetic anomaly caused by the [[polarity gauntlet]], causing Megatron to send Breakdown to go look for it. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Starscream headed to a stripped Energon Mine to discover mining drills still there. Starscream attempted to blame this on Soundwave. Megatron told Starscream that Soundwave had been filling him in on the second-in-command's activities. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Soundwave listened to Starscream's confessions after Megatron nearly terminated the second-in-command. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SoundwavePlayingSparkbeat..jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|He's playing Dubstep.]]<br /> When the new Decepticon space bridge was nearing completion, Soundwave supplied a diagram of the last component they needed. After they obtained said component, Megatron left the ship on a mission of his own. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] began searching the ship for the Decepticon leader and Megatron instructed Soundwave to send Prime to him. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} Soundwave translated tremors coming from the [[Earth's core]] into sound, revealing it to be a heartbeat. Megatron did not appreciate this, as it was making his head hurt. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}} After Megatron left the ship to talk to [[Unicron/Aligned|UNicron]], Soundwave monitored the comms channels for his master's return. When [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] suggested considering a future without Megatron, Soundwave ominously looked at her. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwavelayingdownthelaw.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|left|YOU! SHALL NOT! PASS!]]<br /> Soundwave continued to try to find some sign of Megatron. When Airachnid announced Megatron wasn't coming back and ordered the ship to [[Regulon Four]], Soundwave decided it was time to lay down the law. He defied Airachnid, who angrily attacked him, but the Decepticon spy master quickly proceeded to defeat Airachnid. Upon Unicron's defeat, Soundwave detected Megatron's signal and activated the GroundBridge, bowing in respect with the other Decepticons as Megatron entered the bridge of the ship. He had to hold Breakdown back when they saw that Megatron was accompanied by Optimus Prime. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> With Optimus amnesiac and believing himself to be archivist Orion Pax, Soundwave made sure the ship's data core was clear of any incriminating evidence so Orion could be put to work decrypting information they'd stolen from the Iacon archives. When Arcee managed to get on board the ship to look for the lost Autobot leader, Soundwave made deft use of the GroundBridge to get her back off before Orion could see her. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} When Orion eventually learned the truth, Soundwave relayed the news to Megatron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} He also notified Megatron when activity was detected on Cybertron, indicating that the Autobots had gone there in an attempt to help Optimus. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> When Megatron was angry after having had the [[spark extractor|latest find]] snatched from his hands, Soundwave reminded him there were still two more sets of coordinates to investigate. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Soundwave was present when Megatron unsuccessfully tested the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}} He played back footage of Skyquake's demise for [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]]. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave continued to try to decode more data from the Iacon archives, in a continuation of Orion Pax's work. When Airachnid requested Megatron's approval to take point in the hunt for the relics, Megatron requested that Soundwave remind him of her previous words when she planned to abandon him. Later, after Dreadwing and Breakdown's failure to execute her, Soundwave began tracing Airachnid's location during her communication to the ''Nemesis'' for Megatron. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, Soundwave reviewed security footage and discovered that Bulkhead had been the one to cause it. Megatron brought it back online using Dark Energon, though the ship's guiding intelligence proved uncontrollable by the Decepticons. Soundwave plugged himself into the flight console in an attempt to regain control, but was zapped into stasis. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Triage Soundwave visor reflection.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|You--cracked--my--visor! [[Knock Out (Prime)|Prepare for sur...]] wait, wrong line.]]<br /> He was on the ''Nemesis'' bridge when Knock Out left to find the first of the four relics decoded by the ship, {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and saw Dreadwing off to find the second relic as well. {{storylink|Triangulation}} After Megatron received word from Hardshell that the artifact he had been sent to retrieve was [[Tox-En]], {{storylink|Toxicity}} Soundwave was dispatched to find the last of the four relics. Soundwave encountered the ''[[Jackhammer (Prime)|Jackhammer]]'' and used Laserbeak as a distraction. He soon uncovered the [[Resonance Blaster]], only to be attacked by [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]]. Though the Autobot managed to crack his visor, Soundwave triumphed, and was only stopped from dispatching Wheeljack by an SOS from Laserbeak. He picked up Laserbeak and returned to the ''Nemesis'', where Knock Out discovered a grenade implanted in the deployer. Once the offending item was removed, Soundwave returned to his work decrypting the Iacon database, unaware that the Autobots had also implanted a virus in Laserbeak, which passed into the computer and began transmitting the database to the Autobots' mainframe. {{storylink|Triage (episode)|Triage}} He returned to the bridge to listen to Megatron complain about how ineffective everyone else was, and watched [[Hardshell]] and Knock Out argue. {{storylink|Hurt}}<br /> <br /> When [[Silas|Cylas]] came to the Decepticons with the offer of a [[Project Damocles]] satellite, Soundwave was sent to a military base in [[Colorado]] to get the codes so they could control the satellite from the ''Nemesis''. He hacked into the computer, giving him the ability to use the satellite even as he was downloading the codes for it, but failed to stop Raf from knocking the satellite out of orbit. He retreated as the Autobots reached his position. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> With new information about where the Autobots' human friends lived, Soundwave had Laserbeak patrol the area around [[Jasper]]. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} Soundwave succeeded in decoding another set of coordinates, and Megatron sent him with a decoy Iacon relic to draw the Autobots off. While he managed to keep Optimus Prime's team occupied for a lengthy period of time, it was not long enough, and by the time he returned to the ''Nemesis'', Optimus had gotten hold of the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy (episode)|Legacy}} Continuing his work, Soundwave decoded more coordinates and reported them to Megatron while the latter forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}} <br /> <br /> When Megatron returned from victory, he told Soundwave, in great detail, how he had destroyed the Star Saber with his own blade. He soon had two more sets of coordinates downloaded, resulting in Knock Out securing an [[Omega Key]]. When the final set decoded into an image of [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]], Soundwave joined Laserbeak in the field to capture the Autobot rookie. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} He was on hand to show the image he'd decoded to Smokescreen. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After firing up the space bridge so Megatron could go to Cybertron, Soundwave told Starscream about what he'd discovered regarding the location of the Autobots' human allies. He later helped Starscream kidnap the three kids and transport them to Cybertron for use as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}} After handing over Raf in exchange for an [[Omega Key]], Soundwave took part in the activation of the [[Omega Lock]]. He survived the lock's destruction at the hands of Optimus Prime, and returned to Earth with the others. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> <br /> During the hunt for the scattered Autobots, Soundwave dispatched Laserbeak to monitor an attempt to off Jack Darby. The attack resulted in an explosion that took out Laserbeak, and though Soundwave worked, he was unable to retrieve any further surveillance data from the salvaged, charred Deployer. He opened a space bridge to Cybertron, through which Knock Out returned from a mission accompanied by the long-missing [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. {{storylink|Darkmount, NV}} Soundwave was present when Starscream proudly showed off the dancing monkey picture he'd found and later when Shockwave brought [[Predaking (Prime)|a Predacon]] to Earth. {{storylink|Scattered}} {{storylink|Prey (episode)|Prey}} As Starscream dispatched troops to deal with a number of Autobot signals, Soundwave tried to point out that their army was being spread thinly. He suggested that the Autobots were likely to be using the ''[[Harbinger]]'' as a base, but [[Darkmount (Earth)|Darkmount]] came under attack before the Decepticons had a chance to act on the information. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}<br /> <br /> He was forced to repair the ''Nemesis'' communication dish after the Predacon damaged it. {{storylink|Plus One (Prime)|Plus One}} Soundwave GroundBridged to Shockwave's aid in [[Texas]], when the other Decepticon came under attack from Autobots. With the help of Laserbeak, Soundwave managed to take down Optimus Prime and deftly GroundBridged a fragment of Predacon remains back to the ''Nemesis'' before the Autobots could get their hands on it. {{storylink|Project Predacon}}<br /> <br /> When a plague inadvertently engineered by Knock Out and Starscream began spreading through the Vehicon population, Soundwave oversaw cleanup efforts. His group of Vehicons and Insecticons moved through the ship, destroying the infected, until the Insecticons suddenly broke off from the operation. He followed them, and on discovering that Airachnid was out of stasis and controlling them once more, used the space bridge to transport both her and the Insecticons to one of Cybertron's moons. {{Storylink|Thirst}} Soundwave hung around during a Decepticon meeting to determine what to do about the potential threat of the Predacons. {{storylink|Evolution}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwave Mocks.jpg|thumb|left|:)|upright=1.4]]<br /> As the Decepticons gathered resources to rebuild the Omega Lock, Soundwave monitored some Vehicons stealing materials. He activated the GroundBridge for them when the Autobots turned up, but he himself was shot down by Optimus Prime and crashed into power lines, disabling himself. The Autobots took him back to their shielded base and attempted to interrogate him to find out what Megatron's plans were, but Soundwave merely erased his data and crashed his own hard drives before breaking his vow of silence to convey a message:<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|''Soundwave superior. Autobots inferior.''}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave remained offline until Laserbeak arrived and reactivated him with new orders—capture Ratchet. {{storylink|Minus One}} After returning to the ''Nemesis'' with Ratchet, Soundwave helped attempt to persuade his prisoner to cooperate by showing him pictures of the kids and the current Autobot base. {{storylink|Persuasion}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons were puzzled when they picked up Laserbeak's signal outside the warship, as Laserbeak was still attached to Soundwave's torso. {{storylink|Synthesis}} Stationed on the bridge during the Autobot attack on the warship, Soundwave used the GroundBridge to send the Wreckers to a different part of the ship. When the bridge was next attacked by Miko wearing the Apex Armor, Soundwave opened another GroundBridge and advanced on her menacingly, only for Raf to open a second GroundBridge directly behind him. The conflicting energies trapped Soundwave in the [[shadowzone (dimension)|Shadowzone]]. {{storylink|Deadlock}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan ''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[File:Titan4.2 Soundwave listen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1| You look different, Soundwave. Did you do something different with your entire face?]]<br /> During the war, Soundwave took part in a mission led by Megatron to invade [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and destroy the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. The team had barely made it in before Soundwave detected that they'd been spotted and the five Decepticons had to take cover. Following a failed gambit which expended the other three team members, Megatron gave Soundwave a bomb. While his leader caused a distraction, Soundwave ran to plant the bomb, only to be struck by blasts from [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|one of the defenders]]. Megatron picked up his wounded second-in-command and helped him to safety, along with the other three Decepticons. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Soundwave somehow slipped some code into ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' to hypnotise Raf into opening the GroundBridge so they could send Vehicons through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} When Soundwave's plan to ambush the Autobots in [[The Wave]] went badly, he fired his remote-controlled hand at [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. The hand lodged in the scout's chest and later emerged when Bumblebee and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] were asleep. Despite trying its best to kill Bumblebee, Soundwave's hand was strapped to a firework and shot high into the air. Starscream and Soundwave later scoured the desert for the missing hand and managed to find at least one finger. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> Megatron had Soundwave broadcast his intent to wreck the [[Statue of Liberty]] to the world's media. Unfortunately the US military intercepted all the transmissions before they could be received, leaving Megatron very unhappy with his communications officer. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.13|Protecting the Lady}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.18|Power Outage}}}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Eaglemoss ''Prime'' Comics===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Horrible TV}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Toy bios===<br /> When Soundwave was severely damaged, his loyal Deployers set to work repairing him. Utilizing the ancient, mysterious science of an alien world, they succeeded, and Soundwave was revived. To reflect the fact that he was no longer content with just being the Decepticons' communications specialist, he renamed himself &quot;'''Soundblaster'''&quot;, and took on a more combative role. {{storylink|#GenerationsSoundblaster|Voyager Class Soundblaster}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> Soundwave intercepted a message between [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] indicating that the pair were heading for a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. As [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] headed out to tail the two Autobots, Soundwave monitored events on [[Earth]] to make sure no one else was following. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2}} When Predaking came back alone with the news Megatron had apparently perished in an explosion, Soundwave and the other Decepticons immediately suspected [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was responsible. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe''===<br /> Soundwave was one of the many Decepticons who pursued the [[AllSpark]] to Earth. He participated in an enormous battle against the Autobots in a human settlement. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe|The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe}}<br /> <br /> ===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Lin Dongfu]] (Chinese), [[János Bácskai]] (Hungarian)}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 36 Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Team Bee can't touch this.]]<br /> Trapped in the Shadowzone, Soundwave followed Megatron back to Earth, but got stuck on the planet after Megatron departed. {{storylink|Portals}} Some years after Cybertron's rebirth, a statue of Soundwave was constructed. {{storylink|Pilot (Part 1)}} His role in the war as Megatron's top lieutenant, and his fearsome reputation as a tactical genius, were well documented on Cybertron, as was his entrapment in the Shadowzone during his final battle aboard the starship ''Nemesis''. <br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave powered up by three Neo-Forges.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Designation: Soundwave.&lt;br&gt;Operation: New Genesis.]]<br /> After wandering aimlessly for an unspecified amount of time, Soundwave finally got his chance to escape the Shadowzone after [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] activated a malfunctioning GroundBridge, creating a portal to the Shadowzone. Soundwave flew through the rift and, along with Laserbeak, overwhelmed Bumblebee's team, throwing the yellow Autobot into the Shadowzone and knocking out [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] and [[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]] with his tentacles. That job done, Soundwave set to work constructing a radio array, hoping to contact Megatron and spark a mass Decepticon exodus to Earth. He was hampered by the antics of Fixit, [[Denny Clay|Denny]], and [[Russell Clay|Russell]], who managed to distract him long enough for Grimlock and Strongarm to come to their senses. The two Autobots renewed their assault on the Decepticon, prompting Soundwave to portal them away with Laserbeak. While the Autobots and humans regrouped and conferred with Bumblebee, Soundwave finished constructing his device. On the Autobot team's next attempt to hinder him, Soundwave chased Denny into a crane with his tentacles while Russell stole the last component of his communicator. Soundwave fired a barrage of portals at the human, until they overlapped and opened another Shadowzone portal, allowing Bumblebee to return and fight the Decepticon. Denny knocked Soundwave back through his portal with his crane, and Fixit kept the portal open long enough for Strongarm and Grimlock to return Laserbeak to the same realm. {{storylink|Portals}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Laserbeak, unite. Operation: Panzer Unit.]]<br /> <br /> At some point during Soundwave's imprisonment, he was provided with a group of genetically modified Activator Mini-Cons by [[Autobot High Council|an unknown group]] to collect [[Decepticon Hunter|weapons]] for him. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}} After obtaining Bumblebee's Decepticon Hunter, [[Stuntwing]] returned it through a GroundBridge portal to Soundwave. {{storylink|King of the Hill (Part 2)}} Soundwave dispatched [[Trickout]] through another portal to find more of the weapons, {{storylink|Defrosted}} and the Mini-Con returned to him some time later with a second Decepticon Hunter that he obtained from [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]]. {{storylink|The Great Divide}} When [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]] returned without a weapon, Soundwave was unhappy and threatened to terminate the Mini-Con, who fled. {{storylink|Guilty As Charged}} [[Goldgear]] would later succeed where Hi-Test failed, leaving Soundwave one step closer to completing his &quot;project&quot;. At the same time, the Autobots began to realize that there was a connection with the thefts of their Decepticon Hunters. {{storylink|Railroad Rage}}<br /> <br /> After [[Steeljaw's Pack]] was sprung from custody by a group of mysterious &quot;benefactors&quot;, Soundwave contacted them through a portal, revealing that he was associated with said benefactors and directing them to prepare for their arrival on Earth or face painful deactivation. {{storylink|Prepare for Departure}}<br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new robot mode.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Power depleted.&lt;br&gt;Suggested tactic: Retreat.]]<br /> After [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]] obtained some nuclear fuel rods, Soundwave, now reformatted to a new body and vehicle mode, used the Decepticon Hunters to escape the Shadowzone and rendezvoused with him at a demolition derby. There, he revealed a transgalactic beacon generator constructed from wreckage in the Shadowzone which he planned to use to summon Megatron back to Earth. He dismissed the resulting destruction of life on Earth as a result of the radiation from the rods as collateral damage, much to Steeljaw's disgust. Forcing Steeljaw to retreat, Soundwave proceeded to take the generator to the highest point in the city, the Crown City Bank Building. Detecting Autobots, he sent Laserbeak in pursuit of Optimus Prime before being engaged by Bumblebee's team. Using the combined Hunters weapon to freeze Bumblebee and Strongarm, he found himself being disarmed by Sideswipe before Bumblebee, freed by Grimlock, used the weapon to first cut off the ends of Soundwave's tentacles to bring him to his knees and then freeze his body. As the generator started to fire up, Soundwave declared that Megatron would return before it was suddenly destroyed by a missile from Optimus, who had linked with Hi-Test. His mission failed, Soundwave went into stasis. He was then taken back to Cybertron by Optimus onboard ''[[Prime Force One]]'' so that Soundwave could stand trial at long last. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> [[File:Soundwave WfC GameInformer Concept Art.jpg|upright=1.66|So Soundwave, you ever going to use that giant missile pod on your shoulder?<br /> &quot;Well there was that [[Spotlight: Soundwave|one time.&quot;]]|thumb]]<br /> Soundwave took control of the orbital station [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was posted at, helping [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] to reach the [[Dark Energon]] by establishing a forward base within the station. He then directed Megatron to a Data Matrix Center in order to find a route to the Dark Energon that had not been blocked by Starscream. <br /> <br /> Later, Soundwave notified Megatron that access to the core was impossible, as it was guarded by the Omega Gate. He and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] accompanied Megatron as they led the assault on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], through which they would find and take the [[Omega Key]], opening the Omega Gate and allowing the core to be infused with Dark Energon. On their way to the [[Stellar Galleries]], Soundwave reported [[sniper (WFC)|sniper]]s, and after taking them down, Megatron infused the entrance with Dark Energon and took his team into the security station. Soundwave noticed that the batteries fed the security grid, and the trio infused each of them with Dark Energon, deactivating the security measures. Soundwave then detected the Omega Key behind their next door, and after opening it, the Decepticons arrived at the Stellar Galleries. They opened the container, finding not the key, but a message from [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Zeta Prime]], who announced that he had taken the Omega Key, anticipating Megatron's plan. Zeta sent Autobot attack forces against them, but they were swiftly taken down. Megatron ordered Soundwave to trace Zeta Prime's broadcast, and Soundwave found it came from 12.7 cycles ahead. He then noted a weak wall, and the Decepticons broke it down and entered the cities' subsystems, providing a direct route to Zeta, and the Omega Key.<br /> <br /> The group descended down a shaft and went through a tunnel, avoiding trains on the way, and after breaking down a door in a ventilation area, they were ambushed by Autobot cloakers. Soundwave dispatched them and infused Dark Energon into the batteries. Megatron congratulated him, and then ordered him to unlock the exit. Soundwave obliged, and the trio found themselves in another tunnel. Breakdown challenged Soundwave to a race, to which the Decepticon responded, in his trademark monotone, &quot;Negative.&quot; Tough crowd. Rushing through the tunnel, this time full of moving trains, the group came to a station where they infiltrated Iacon's lower levels. Soundwave detected the Omega Key at last, and suggested proceeding through the logistics station. Roughing it through the Autobot attackers, Soundwave finally determined that the key was beyond the train tunnels.<br /> <br /> Soundwave and his teammates arrived at Iacon's main streets, where they met up with [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] outside of Zeta Prime's vaults, which were impervious to the small amount of Dark Energon Megatron was capable of channeling. After Megatron's squad helped Brawl clear the area, Brawl called in the Dark Energon bombers, but they were spectacularly shot down by the planetary guns. Brawl suggested disabling them, and Soundwave assisted in carrying out the plan. Autobots advanced all around, but Soundwave and the others managed to hold them off until the next wave of bombers arrived, clearing the street and destroying the Vault doors. Soundwave joined the others on their way to the entrance, but the squad was intercepted by a [[Destroyer (WFC)|Destroyer]]. Soundwave and Breakdown split from Megatron to flank him, and eventually they rendered him non-functional. Inside the vault, they avoided Zeta's traps and finally reached the Omega Key—but it too was a trap. Zeta then attacked them, using a giant hologram and controlling the chamber to his advantage, dropping the ceiling and sending holographic brutes to attack for him while safe within an impenetrable energy shield. (Even during the battle, Soundwave was impressed by the creation of endless energon clones, to which Breakdown responded, roughly, &quot;NERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRD!&quot;) Soundwave's dorkiness proved useful in discerning the weakness of Zeta's machines—that the core rapidly overheated after prolonged use, and needed to open up in order to cool, rendering it vulnerable to attack. After the battle, Megatron plucked from Zeta's hand the &quot;key&quot;...which started to blink its lights and chirp. Zeta Prime informed them that the &quot;key&quot; he was actually a device that activated the real key: [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]].<br /> <br /> As the three Decepticons flew away to track Omega, Soundwave noticed that the &quot;key&quot; was coming for them. Omega Supreme attacked, and thrust the Decepticons' star cruiser into a wall. Crash-landing, Megatron had a change of plans; force Omega Supreme to open the Omega Gate. Soundwave noticed a Decepticon [[Dropship (WFC)|Dropship]] across the bridge, but when the squad went to investigate, Omega Supreme intercepted them. Soundwave reported that his weapons were ineffective; Megatron told his soldiers to destroy the bridge supports, causing Omega Supreme's vast bulk to collapse it. But he transformed to his ship mode, flew back up, and forced the Decepticons to retreat inside. In a frenzy, Breakdown noted that the next door was locked, and Soundwave proposed that Dark Energon could open the door, which it did. Inside, Soundwave picked up a transmission from Starscream, who announced that he would be replacing the &quot;deceased&quot; Megatron as Decepticon leader. Enraged, Megatron threatened Starscream, but Soundwave informed his leader that communication to the surface had been cut off, so Starscream could not hear him.<br /> <br /> The trio arrived at the lift, but found it to be locked down. Breaking the locks got the lift back to working condition, but on their way up, Omega Supreme returned and blasted it, forcing the Decepticons down the shaft at breakneck speed. Omega was still out there, so the emergency brakes' destruction was the Decepticons' only hope. At the bottom, they continued their journey to find a way to fight Omega Supreme—Soundwave noted that at the top of the tower were several heavy weapons emplacements which could at least theoretically damage Omega—but Omega Supreme didn't know the meaning of the word quit. (He really doesn't; not much in the processor department.) He grabbed the Decepticons, but Soundwave helped out in shooting Omega Supreme's hand, forcing him relinquishing the three from his grasp. They retreated inside a fortified Autobot position, and in order to prevent detection, Soundwave jammed their signals. Slaying the Autobots inside who dared attempt to counterattack, Soundwave unlocked the exit, which only let in more Autobots. They too, met their demise, but as Soundwave and his comrades escaped, he noticed that the Autobots' security was countering the effects of Dark Energon. Destroying the sentries turned to be a worthwhile solution, but then the Decepticons had to deal with Omega Supreme mining road. Soundwave's sensors indicated the presence of a bridge nearby, and though Breakdown was unsure, Megatron was willing to follow Soundwave's advice. Once again, Omega Supreme continued to stalk them, but Soundwave led his group to an alternate route...a dead end, to be precise, which Megatron was irritated with. Soundwave revealed that breaking a structurally-weak sealed doorway nearby took them to Iacon maintenance tunnels leading straight to the bridge terminal. When they arrived through the power conduits, Soundwave and the others fought through more Autobots and finally activated the bridge.<br /> <br /> Racing across the bridge, they barely avoided Omega Supreme's pursuit, and Soundwave located another cargo lift that would transport them straight to the heavy ion turrets. On the lift he picked up several Autobot/Decepticon signals, a sign they were approaching the battle on the surface. Soundwave participated in the slugfest, and his analysis proved that the turrets nearby had enough firepower to legitimately damage Omega Supreme. Then, he showed no mercy using the turrets to breach Omega's armour and finally topple him to the ground below.<br /> <br /> Soundwave, Breakdown, and Megatron followed Omega, and at the bottom, they were surprised to see him survive and transform into his mighty [[robot mode]]. Soundwave noted that energon batteries produced from within Cybertron were the source of Omega's limitless endurance, and further advised the team on battling Omega; avoiding his tractor beams would allow them to live, and his turrets were vulnerable, making them the prime target. When the turrets were blown, Soundwave saw that the batteries were being used to repair them, and so it became an objective to corrupt them with Dark Energon. When Omega Supreme used the batteries to heal himself, he was instead weakened, allowing the Decepticons to critically injure him. Omega Supreme was still alive even after all of that, but much weaker. Soundwave observed that his chest plating had been damaged, and Megatron ordered Soundwave and Breakdown to blast it, and Omega Supreme fell at last. Soundwave advised Megatron that now would be a good time to corrupt Omega with Dark Energon, but Megatron told Captain Obvious to shut up and did as he would have done even if Soundwave hadn't brought it up, laughing all the way.<br /> <br /> After Cybertron's Core had been infected with Dark Energon, Soundwave was reassigned as head of [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]]'s prison, and watched over (i.e., tortured) Zeta Prime in his spare time. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], and [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] led an Autobot breakout and battled Soundwave's minions [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]]. Soundwave himself sustained heavy damage leaving the safety of his position to revive and retrieve each Minicon, showing uncharaceristic concern for other living beings. Eventually, defeated and critically damaged, Soundwave desperately attempted to restore himself by absorbing life force from Zeta's very own spark. His attempt to fully heal was halted by Optimus, who even took a shot from the Decepticon intended to finish off Prime. Although Soundwave and his minions fled, the damage had already been done and Zeta Prime expired moments later. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}<br /> Soundwave hacked into the Autobot mainframe and, while Megatron and some other Decepticons kept the Autobots distracted, downloaded intel indicating the location of the Trypticon space station. As they approached the station in Megatron's ship, Soundwave reported that the inhabitants were taking up defensive positions and docking would not be possible. Though Megatron was confident they could ram the station, Soundwave turned out to be right, and they could only get close enough to drop a small team off on the debris surrounding the station. When the station was conquered and Dark Energon in Megatron's hands, Soundwave suggested it might be a good idea to test the stuff prior to use. It turned out to be unstable, and he warned it could result in destruction of its host. The Decepticons set up Kaon Prison as a testing ground and, after eleven failures, established that the Dark Energon could be used. When Barricade asked what happened to the failures, Soundwave would only say that their remains laid in the prison and creepily ask Barricade to get in the chair so he too could be infused with Dark Energon.<br /> <br /> Trypticon station required more power, so the Decepticons sent a team to Cybertron's core to reactivate the Energon Bridge. Soundwave did not anticipate the activation of latent defense systems, triggered by the Decepticon presence, because he hadn't studied the same ancient files as Starscream. Megatron ordered Soundwave to give Starscream whatever he needed, and they succeeded in activating the bridge. Soundwave reported that they were only at 37% power — the Autobots had severed the bridge's link to the core using the Omega Key. Lazerbeak intercepted an Autobot transmission indicating that Zeta Prime was hiding the Omega Key, and Megatron ordered Soundwave to assemble a strike force to obtain it. They managed to find and defeat the Autobot leader, but the Omega Key he had was only the key to awaken the real key — Omega Supreme. Once the Decepticons fought their way through the Autobot defenses, Soundwave reported they had reached Omega Supreme himself. The Decepticons defeated the giant, reestablished the link to the core and infused it with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)|War for Cybertron - Autobots/Decepticons}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave discovers that the Autobots have infiltrated the Datacore. Megatron sends him and Barricade to take care of the intrusion. The two speed out, and Soundwave must navigate a highway overgrown with Dark Energon crystals while dealing with swarms of Aerialbots before they can shut off access to the Datacore. An Autobot Destroyer blocks Soundwave's path and brings the roof down, forcing him to take an alternate route. He makes his way to a security station and downloads the information on the Autobots' advance, radioing Barricade to meet him at the assigned coordinates. When Soundwave arrives, though, he finds Barricade in the middle of a shooting gallery. The Autobots are soon joined by an aerial Destroyer, but the pair make short work of it. Soundwave intercepts a data download but cuts it off quickly, and races to intercept the escaping Autobots. Weaving his way through Dark Energon crystals and moving walls (huh?), he reaches the intercept point in time, causing Ironhide and Bumblebee to skid out of control... and right into a fusion blast from Megatron. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}&lt;!--Claudio Moneta for Italian again?--&gt;<br /> Soundwave was present when Optimus was brought to Megatron by Starscream and [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]]. He watched as [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]''' pulverised''' Megatron. He was the only one who hesitated in following Starscream. He secretly salvaged and with the help of Laserbeak, Rumble and an [[E.D.K. TechVolt]], rebuilt his glorious leader, improving on his original design. He infused Megatron with Dark Energon, and pointed his leader in the direction of Starscream. He took part in the assault on the factory the Autobots had built in the crater where Trypticon crashed, and once Megatron had rebuilt the giant Decepticon, came to power up Trypticon's power core. On Megatron's orders, Soundwave rebuilt Trypticon into the ''Nemesis'', a ship strong enough to make it towards [[Earth|the planet]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had chosen. When the Autobots launched the Ark, the ''Nemesis'' soon caught up, and Soundwave spearheaded the assault on the other ship. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon''===<br /> When Bulkhead infiltrate one of the Decepticons' Dark Energon mines to snatch away the Decepticons' Dark Energon shards, Soundwave faced off against the Autobot before he could take his leave. Soundwave was defeated, and Bulkhead took off with the shards in hand. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense''===<br /> [[File:SoundwaveTerrorconDefense.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|As awesome as he looks here, he's probably waltzing off after Bumblebee blasted him ''again''.]]<br /> Soundwave attempted to retrieve Dark Energon from a mining area but despite his army of Vehicons and Terrorcons, Bumblebee managed to stop him. He returned with more Vehicon troops in tow to procure more Dark Energon and transport it to an abandoned military base. His efforts were once again thwarted, this time by both Arcee and Bumblebee. He then aided Megatron on his final assault on the Autobots' headquarters. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[File:TransformersPrimeTheGame Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Wait, I thought Daft Punk had two guys in it.]]<br /> After [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] saved Miko, and Raf- he had to shut down the reactors in which Soundwave set up to keep Raf from hacking into the Decepticon Database. Ratchet had to shut down each reactor as Soundwave deployed Vehicons, and blocked them with forcefields. Eventually towards the end the two ended up battling; ending with Ratchet defeating Soundwave. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark''===<br /> ====Console====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> ====3DS====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (3DS)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense''===<br /> Soundwave and the other Decepticons attempted to prevent the Autobots from constructing a [[Pulsar Dish]], which would destroy the [[Energon Drain]] that the Decepticons had built in an asteroid field. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike''===<br /> Soundwave and Laserbeak engaged Optimus in aerial combat over a snowy terrain. Upon Optimus's approach, Soundwave boasted aloud that he had been observing the Autobot leader, and knew exactly how to defeat him! Despite Soundwave peppering the skies with laser-blasts and cluttering them with floating &quot;aerial mines,&quot; Optimus made short work of both Soundwave and his Deployer. As Soundwave flew off, he declared that more surveillance was need, but Optimus's defeat would nonetheless be inevitable. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike|Decepticon Strike}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundwave-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|For once, Soundwave felt inferior.]]<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundblaster-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Uh, should we really continue with the yellow highlights? It doesn't look evil enough.]]<br /> Soundwave (and Soundblaster) participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He appeared in two different bodies:<br /> *''Soundwave (FOC)'' — This Epic character first appeared in the &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini events, and could be could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.<br /> *''Soundblaster (FOC)'' — This Epic character was available to 2500 players in a &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini event, and could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.{{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Splatoon''===<br /> [[Squid Sisters|Marie]] considered Soundwave among the coolest of the Decepticons. {{storylink|Splatoon}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: War for Cybertron===<br /> [[File:WFC Gamestop Commercial.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|The toy can do this if you try hard enough.]]<br /> [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] arrived to a location where [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], and Soundwave were battling Autobots. Megatron left, leaving Shockwave in charge. Shockwave ordered Soundwave to [[Transformation|Transform]]. Soundwave changed into Cybertronian boombox mode and played [[The Touch]]. {{storylink|Commercial#War for Cybertron|GameSpot's commercial for their Shockwave multiplayer exclusive}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: Prime===<br /> *Soundwave knows that out of all the radio transmissions in the universe, Megatron's favorite song is the ''[[My Little Pony]]: Friendship is Magic'' [[theme song|theme]]. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Song|Megatron's Favorite Song}}<br /> <br /> *Megatron was embarrassed when an episode of ''My Little Pony'' caused him to cry in front of Soundwave. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Ask Megatron|Ask Megatron}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-CybertronianSoundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|No [[Soundwave (Animated)|giant guitar]] this time!]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Soundwave''' (Deluxe Class, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' two &quot;weapons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)#Toys|War for Cybertron]]'' Soundwave transforms into an SUV-style &quot;communications truck&quot;, as seen in [[Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|the video game]]. He comes with his classic shoulder launcher and rifle, both of which can be mounted on his hands, right shoulder, and rear vehicle sides via [[5mm post]]s, and store inside his opening chest (approximating the visual of cassette spools). Soundwave's head features a [[light-piping]] gimmick, but the effect is largely neutered by his painted visor. <br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#United|Soundwave Cybertron Mode]] and [[Soundwave (KOU)|''Knights of Unicron'' Soundwave]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/GenerationsSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cybertronian Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GenerationsVoyager}}<br /> [[File:Generations-SoundwaveVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With all the downsizing, Soundwave's surprised he's gotten so big.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Voyager Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG13'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' toys, Soundwave is a larger mold, and comes with a shoulder cannon which can peg (via 5mm post) into his hands, right shoulder, and roof/back. <br /> <br /> : He also comes with [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Generations|Laserbeak]], who utilizes Soundwave's main [[gimmick]], storing and launching Laserbeak and other &quot;[[data disc]]&quot; minions. A button to the left of his head can be pressed to open his spring-loaded chest compartment, allowing up to three data discs to be stored inside. With discs stored, his back panel/roof now acts as a plunger, which can be moved forward in either mode to launch minions out. Launched minions should land on buttons on their undersides, thus triggering their [[Flipchanger|spring-loaded transformation mechanisms]] and springing them into action! ...Hopefully.<br /> <br /> : As an undocumented feature, the seat on his vehicle roof holds ''[[Diaclone]]'' drivers (and by virtue of similar sizes, ''[[Star Wars Transformers]]'' pilots). Additionally, Soundwave's trigger finger is molded into his left hand, presumably so he can push his own eject button.<br /> <br /> : For some reason, his [[stock photography]] and [[instructions]] depict him with the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Optimus Prime]] toy's [[Ion blaster]] accessory, which isn't included with the final product.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the fourth wave of Japanese ''Generations'' toys, features different colors, using a more purple-ish metallic shade of blue and replacing almost all of his gray parts (the exceptions being his face and &quot;grill&quot;) with a much darker metallic shade. It also features none of the red and yellow [[paint operation|paint details]] on his arms and legs, and renders the seat on his roof black. He features new paint applications in addition to those not present from the Hasbro version.<br /> <br /> : The Hasbro deco of Soundwave was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as Generation 1 [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] in IDW's ''[[The Transformers: Robots in Disguise|Robots in Disguise]]'' comic series while the TakaraTomy deco of Soundwave was also repurposed as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)#Cloud|Soundwave]]. This mold was [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed into [[Blaster (FOC)#Toys|Autobot Blaster]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GenerationsSoundblaster}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-FOCSoundblaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Am I [[#GenerationsVoyager|New]] Soundwave, or [[#Deluxe|Old]] [[#Beast Hunters|Old]] [[#Robots in Disguise (2015)|Old]] Soundwave?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Soundblaster''' (Voyager Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG14'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Buzzsaw/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Also available in the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations Fall of Cybertron'' toys, Soundblaster is a charcoal gray, red, gold, and yellow [[redeco]] of Voyager Class Soundwave, as is the trend with [[Soundblaster (disambiguation)|Soundblasters]]. In fact, he uses exactly the same [[paint operation|paint mask]] as Soundwave, simply changing some of the colors. He now comes with [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], a redeco of Laserbeak.<br /> <br /> : His stock photography and instructions still depict him with the ion blaster accessory which he still doesn't have.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundblaster/soundblaster.htm More information on Soundblaster at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> ====Robots in Disguise====<br /> {{anchor|Deluxe}}<br /> [[File:Primetoy-SoundwaveDeluxe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Toy doesn't talk, just like in the TV show!]]<br /> [[File:Prime-toy SoundwaveAM.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Good luck stickering this guy! ''You'll need it.'']]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2012-[[April 28|04-28]]'''<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Prime|Laserbeak]], Arms Micron &quot;[[Zori#Prime|Zori]]&quot; (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' toys, Soundwave transforms from a UAV not unlike the {{w|General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper|Predator B drone}} into an angular batlike [[robot mode]]. His transformation includes a spring-loaded head that deploys automatically when his tail and thrust bottle are folded up. His vehicle mode has a [[5mm post|5mm port]] on the top of its fuselage; the robot also has 5mm sockets passing entirely through his palms. Any of these holes can mount the included Laserbeak, or he can store inside Soundwave's chest in either mode.<br /> <br /> : In wave six of the ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave was put into new packaging, which came with a DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Prime]]'' episode &quot;[[Loose Cannons]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the second wave of Japanese ''Prime'' product, has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] version. He comes with his own [[Arms Micron]], Zori, and cannons with 5mm ports and posts have been added to his wings (on his shoulders in robot mode) in order to accommodate said gimmick. Many of the Hasbro [[paint operation]]s have also been removed and replaced with numerous, small, customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, including ones for his tiny sculpted kneecaps, which are practically guaranteed to peel off at the sides. In addition, the [[instructions]] for applying the stickers unfortunately contain an error, with the placement of stickers 14 and 15 being swapped around.<br /> <br /> :This mold was redecoed into two [[Battle Android Trooper|Stealth B.A.T.s]] which were sold with [[Cobra Commander|Old Snake]] through the [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] as a &quot;Club Crossover&quot; exclusive toy, also available to the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Hasbro Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1501.html Arms Micron Soundwave gallery at Alfes's blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Beast Hunters====<br /> [[File:PrimeBHtoy-Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yeah, being lost in the wilderness for a couple of months will do that to you.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe Class, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ravage]], Talon Grapple Cannon<br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime:]] [[Beast Hunters (toyline)|Beast Hunters]]'' Deluxe Class toys, Soundwave is a redeco and extensive [[retool]] of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Soundwave mold, and transforms into a spiky aerial drone with a massive wingspan and three tail-fins. Aside from the usual peg-holes on his fuselage and palms, his wings have been retooled with two new peg-holes, with one on each wing. Instead of Laserbeak, Soundwave features a new partner in the form of Ravage, who is a robotic jaguar that transforms into a thing that fits into Soundwave's chest.<br /> <br /> :Soundwave also comes with the &quot;[[Talon Grapple Cannon]]&quot;, a spring-loaded launcher that fires a [[missile]] with an opening &quot;claw&quot; at the end, with the missile and launcher being tied together with a length of string. The launcher itself features an additional peg on each side, and its main peg is sculpted to be able to fit in the specially-shaped socket on his chest, allowing the cannon to mount on his vehicle mode underside when Ravage is removed.<br /> <br /> :His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2|second chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :This toy also served as the basis of the non-toy ''Beast Wars: Uprising'' incarnation of [[Botanica (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Botanica]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Beast Hunters'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Cyberverse====<br /> [[File:BHtoy Cyberverse Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now let's see [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Laserbeak]] pop out of ''this'' guy's chest.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Legion Class, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 005'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' [[Cyberverse (toyline)#Series 3|Series 3 Cyberverse]] Legion Class toys, Soundwave is a smaller-scale toy. He comes with a &quot;Sonic Saw&quot; rifle with a chainsaw bayonet, and the weapon features four [[C joint|3mm posts]] and two ports, allowing it to peg onto any of the ports on Soundwave's hands, forearms/wings, and back/fuselage. This weapon, in varying colors, was also used by [[Hun-Gurrr (Prime)|Hun-Gurrr]], [[Smokescreen (Prime)#Cyberverse|Smokescreen]], and the [[Vehicon (Prime)#CyberverseAir|Air Vehicon]].<br /> <br /> : Although the paint operations for the head and the &quot;collar&quot; are mostly [[show-accuracy|show-accurate]], the fact that the black paint operations also include the [[mouthplate]] (which is silver on the [[character model|animation model]]), combined with the purple paint operations on each side of the mouthplate, makes it look as if Soundwave had a huge black head with two purple eyes. This was later amended to some degree by a [[Variant|running change]] that gave the face a slightly darker, more glossy paint job. Soundwave was later redecoed as ''The Last Knight'' [[Ravenspar]].<br /> <br /> : In 2017, this Soundwave also saw release as a one of the 3 random free Legion Class gifts for the Walmart exclusive Blu-Ray release of the [[Transformers (film)|four]] [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|live]]-[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|action]] [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|movies]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/CybLegSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cyberverse Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EZ}}<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (EZ Collection, 2013-[[October 26|10-26]])<br /> **''ID number'': '''EG-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[EZ Collection#Transformers: EZ Collection|EZ Collection]]'' single packed figures, Soundwave is a minimal redeco of Hasbro's Legion Class Soundwave figure, using an ever-so-slightly lighter shade of metallic blue for the base plastic color, while the black paint operations on the abdomen and knees get changed to metallic gray. The paint mask is mostly identical, with the only exception being the head: TakaraTomy's version ditches show-accuracy and instead limits the black paint operation to the mouthplace, which helps making it more obvious where exactly the head ends.&lt;ref name=&quot;cvezcomp&quot;&gt;[http://ofensau.wordpress.com/2014/06/04/beast-hunters-cyberverse-legion-class-soundwave-vs-ez-collection-soundwave/ Beast Hunters Cyberverse Legion Class Soundwave vs. EZ Collection Soundwave]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Go!===<br /> [[File:TF-GO-G18-Hunter-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Megatron's optics were quickly poked out.]]<br /> *'''Hunter Soundwave''' (2013-[[April 27|04-27]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G18'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Go!|Ravage]], &quot;Capture Anchor&quot; weapon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Hunter Soundwave is a redeco of the ''Beast Hunters'' Deluxe Class Soundwave toy, featuring a different blue, white, and black color scheme with a red faceplate. The back of the packaging erroneously depicts the ''Beast Hunters'' version of the toy.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2015)===<br /> {{note|Virtually every toy in this list has a scannable [[insignia]] sticker on it. For every ''Combiner Force'' toys, scanning the insignia stickers with the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]] gives the player Ultra Sparks and Tickets, which can be spent by giving them to [[Cryostase]] via the main map menu. The badges can only be scanned once per day. }}<br /> <br /> ====Warrior Class====<br /> [[File:Warrior-soundwave.jpg|right|thumb|300px|[https://twitter.com/HI_R/status/797139965519876096/ Super Soundwave FUSION!!!]]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Warrior, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> :Part of the ''[[Combiner Force]]'' subline imprint of the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' toyline, Soundwave transforms from chunky robot into a Cybertronian armored truck. His package art shows his head with the addition of a faceplate, for more of a [[Soundwave (G1)|Generation 1 look]]; this design is known to exist as a pretooled alternate head for the toy, thanks to a (thus far) one-off misassembled figure using it. Although this is undocumented, the shoulder cannon can be hidden inside the truck mode by sliding it between Soundwave's thighs and securing it with the hollows of his feet.<br /> <br /> :The shoulder cannon has its own swivel joint, allowing it to angle up (but not down), and can be rotated in the socket. It can also be removed and placed in Soundwave's hand, with some difficulty. However, without the shoulder turret in place, Soundwave's upper torso has a tendency to swing forward.<br /> <br /> :Scanning the badge on his chest unlocks 8 Ultra Sparks and 2 tickets instead of the character.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Activator Combiners====<br /> {{anchor|Activator}}<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Activator-Combiners-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Laserbeak &amp; Soundwave''' (Activators, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak<br /> <br /> :Released as part of the third and final wave of [[Transformers:_Robots_in_Disguise_(2015_toyline)#Activator_Combiners|Activator Combiners]], this Soundwave is a larger-but-simpler-than-Warrior figure that transforms into his SUV mode. Plugging an Activator Mini-Con, such as his pack-in partner Laserbeak (in his Weapon Mode), onto his vehicle-mode roof activates &quot;Throttle Up&quot; mode, flipping out his side doors to reveal hidden missiles.<br /> <br /> :Unlike most ''Robots in Disguise'' Soundwave toys, his wheels are molded in black instead of red.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====One-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-1-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (1-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> :Released as part of (and the only new toy) in the 12th wave of [[Transformers:_Robots_in_Disguise_(2015_toyline)#One-Step_Changers|One-Step Changers]], Soundwave transforms from an SUV into a robot in just one step, triggered by flipping up his front vehicle kibble to his back. Soundwave also features 5mm-compatible hands.<br /> <br /> :One-Step Changer Soundwave was later redecoed into [[Transformers: Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]] One-Step Changer [[Soundwave (Cyberverse)|Soundwave]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|3Step}}<br /> <br /> ====3-Step Changers====<br /> {{anchor|3Step}}<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-3-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (3-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Kinder Surprise===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Only available inside a blindpacked chocolate egg as part of Kinder's ''Transformers: Prime'' series, this buildable Soundwave mini-figure consists of a generic &quot;cog&quot; onto which his limbs and armor can be clipped to construct him. He has articulation in his shoulders and thighs.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Mashems===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2012)<br /> :Available in a 2-pack with Optimus Prime he is a super deformed version of Soundwave and is also made out of a very squishy material. <br /> :Another version of him came in a 6-pack with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Ratchet, and Megatron. He is identical too his previous release.<br /> :He was realesed in a blind box and has a different head sculpt.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:TfprimeSoundwavePredator.jpg|thumb|But can he replay footage of &quot;[[Operation: Firestorm]]&quot;?]]<br /> [[File:VectorSigmaBotBuilderSoundwave.jpg|thumb|Deep Desert Soundwave.]]<br /> *In ''War for Cybertron'', Soundwave transforms into a Cybertronian truck during gameplay, and his toy does the same, having only one [[alternate mode]]. However, the game also features a Cybertronian boombox mode, seen during a cutscene and the credits (in addition to a commercial for the Shockwave pre-order bonus), which the toy can approximate with some fiddling. In a ''Fall of Cybertron'' easter egg, he also briefly adopts a Cybertronian lamp post, in homage to [[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|the first episode of the Generation 1 cartoon]].<br /> *Despite his toy and concept art appearance, Soundwave has a [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Generation 1|yellow]] visor in the War for Cybertron game. This was changed to red for the Fall of Cybertron sequel (perhaps displaying, in-universe, his furthered dedication to the Decepticon cause?).<br /> *According to the [[Transformers Hall of Fame]] biography, Soundwave [[Perceptor (Animated)|deleted his emotions to process information more quickly]], and is susceptible to [[Cyber Missions 1|too many sonic booms]].<br /> *[[Duane Capizzi]] said Soundwave can speak, but just chooses not to for his many appearances in ''Prime'' and his ''Robots in Disguise'' debut. The decision was to contrast Soundwave with the overly talkative Starscream,&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/bonus-q--a-with-transformers-prime-creators---answered-171430/ TFW2005 Q&amp;A January 2011]&lt;/ref&gt; and at [[BotCon 2011]], the staff compared Soundwave to [[Boba Fett]]. Instead, he records what he overhears and replays it with a mechanical echo that is very similar to the echo of his G1 counterpart. &lt;s&gt;Sorry, [[Frank Welker|Frank]], only [[Megatron (WFC)|one character]] for now...&lt;/s&gt; But when he ''does'' talk in &quot;Minus One&quot;, he sounds a lot like Frank Welker. Surprisingly, Soundwave drops his vow of silence altogether in his later appearances in the &quot;[[Combiner Force]]&quot; portion of ''Robots in Disguise''.<br /> *Soundwave's prehensile tentacles are reminiscent of [[Soundwave (ROTF)|another Soundwave]], although they are significantly less naughty.<br /> *Soundwave's body parts are available to use in the Hub website's [[Vector Sigma Bot Builder]] online game. Normally, you cannot configure a generic 'bot using all Soundwave parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> *The manner in which Soundwave deploys Laserbeak in ''Transformers: Prime'' is similar to that the [[Breastforce]] from ''Transformers: Victory''.<br /> *In one of the rare noticeable instances of physical change within the &quot;Aligned&quot; continuity family, Soundwave's appearance in ''Combiner Force'' is heavily influenced by his ''War for Cybertron'' body, though he retains his head design from ''Prime''.<br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Night Attack Mode''' (ナイトアタックモード ''Naito Atakku Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Balo, Jida, Zori<br /> : In this mode, shown on his box-back photo, Soundwave uses the two-Micron weapon [[Spike Hammer Rod]], while [[Jida]] in &quot;Defense Shield&quot; mode hangs on his left shoulder. What exactly makes all this ideal for nighttime attacks is anyone's guess.<br /> <br /> *'''Jet Mode''' (ジェットモード ''Jetto Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Gora (x2), Zori<br /> : Meant simply for flying in fast and blowing crap up, this heavily modified version of Soundwave requires some real work. Because of all the recycled non-''Transformers'' parts in this mode, TakaraTomy designer [[Takashi Nakase]] has nicknamed this version &quot;Recycle Mode&quot;. Two jet thruster/fuel tanks are created using bottles from a Japanese &quot;common yogurt drink&quot; and a pair of [[Gora]]s painted up silver, with snipped Arms Micron sprues added on for detail. Soundwave also carries a large weapon made from Zori, a plastic fork, and more sprues. Yes, a plastic fork. You read that correctly.<br /> : There is also a vehicle mode configuration for this Arms Up Mode, with the massive turbines on the end of Soundwave's wings and the weapon on top of the main body. The whole shebang can be seen [http://youtu.be/QJUMhgggH-Q in this TakaraTomy developer video on YouTube].<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Soundwave''' (サウンドウェーブ ''Saundowēbu''), '''Soundblaster''' (サウンドブラスター ''Saundoburasutā'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Shēngbō''' (Taiwan, 聲波; China, 声波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Barkhan''' (Бархан, &quot;Dune&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Council members]]<br /> [[Category:Cyberverse]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Go! Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Gladiators]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Spies]]<br /> [[Category:Surveillance specialists]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Decepticons]]</div>

Technospike https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Underbite&diff=1304728 2018-11-29T06:39:24Z

<p>Technospike: /* Transformers Adventure Gum */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|decepticon}}<br /> {{disambig2|the RID 2015 Decepticon|similarly named characters|Overbite (disambiguation)}}<br /> :''Underbite, Devourer of Nuon City, is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 franchise)|Robots in Disguise]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[File:Underbite.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Say hello to goodbye, Dr. Venture!]]<br /> Two things rule the thought processes of '''Underbite''': eating and bragging. This Decepticon [[Chompazoid]] is extraordinarily proud of his strength, which increases as he consumes more metal. To him, everything is a workout, all in the goal of pumping up and bulking out. He's even gone so far as to name his forearms &quot;Thundercruncher&quot; (right) and &quot;Boltsmasher&quot; (left). He kisses them.<br /> <br /> He claims to have devoured the entirety of [[Nuon City]], a feat about which he brags endlessly. So proud is he that he reacts quite violently to anyone ''not'' aware of his reputation.<br /> <br /> Physically, he has few equals... provided he's got a steady diet of metal to masticate. On mainly-organic worlds like [[Earth]], however, his rampages can drain him quickly, leaving him with little to juice up on. So strong is his need to feed that he'll ignore threats in favor of chasing down a pick-me-up.<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|I know what you're thinking. Is that tall, dark, and handsome really Underbite, devourer of Nuon City?|Underbite|&quot;[[Pilot (Part 1)]]&quot;}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Liam O'Brien]] (English), [[Kōsuke Gotō]] (Japanese)|[[Su Xin]] (Chinese), [[Silvio Pandolfi]] (Italian), [[Tilo Schmitz]] (German), [[Ridha Hassani]] (Arabic)}}<br /> [[File:PilotPart2 Underbite Grimlock square off.jpg|thumb|left|250px|&quot;We need more teeth.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Underbite was apparently arrested for destroying Nuon City, and was incarcerated aboard the prison ship ''[[Alchemor (RID)|Alchemor]]''. After it crashed on [[Earth]], he was freed from his [[stasis pod]] by the impact, and set off in search of food. He eventually encountered [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]], and after a brief chase he tangled with the rest of [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]'s team. After spying a nearby scrapyard through the trees, he headed off to devour that instead. {{storylink|Pilot (Part 1)}} Despite tussling with [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]], Underbite began chowing down on the contents of the scrapyard, only to spot a bigger prize—nearby [[Crown City]]. Unfortunately, the organic matter he encountered along the way was unsuitable for his consumption, and he slowly weakened. Using [[Billy the Breakfast Beaver|metallic bait]], the Autobots managed to lure him to the edge of a quarry. Underbite managed to outfight them and prepared to munch [[Denny Clay]]'s pickup truck. Fortunately, a ghostly [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] intervened and helped defeat the Decepticon. The Autobots later placed the incapacitated Underbite back in his stasis pod. {{storylink|Pilot (Part 2)}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Sideways Underbite vehicle mode.jpg|right|250px|thumb|So, would this fall under the term &quot;muscle car&quot;?]]<br /> <br /> Underbite's stasis pod was stolen by Grimlock while the Dinobot was under the control of [[Minitron]]. Although the other Autobots were able to free Grimlock from the [[cyber-tick]]'s influence, [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]], who had masterminded the heist in the first place, made off with the stasis pod and reactivated Underbite. {{storylink|True Colors}} <br /> <br /> Now a member of Steeljaw's [[Steeljaw's Pack|pack]], Underbite was hanging out at the Decepticon hideout with [[Fracture (RID)|Fracture]] when Steeljaw arrived with newcomer [[Clampdown (RID)|Clampdown]]. After Clampdown fled due to [[Thunderhoof (RID)|Thunderhoof]] threatening him, the other Decepticons tracked him to a garbage tip where they encountered the Autobots. Underbite fought with Grimlock, however this time the Autobot managed to take him out- first by force-feeding him plastic and then cannonballing him. Steeljaw later freed the gang, and they escaped back to their hideout. {{storylink|Sideways (episode)|Sideways}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Lockout-underbiteflexes.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Underbite skips leg day.]]<br /> <br /> Underbite took part in an attempt to free the prisoners in the Autobots' scrapyard. After Steeljaw trapped the Autobots outside using subsonics, Underbite was given the task of guarding the prisoners, only for them to escape while he was eying up some nearby scrap as potential food. Once the Autobots regained access to the scrapyard, Underbite was swiftly taken down by [[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]] and later fled back to base with the rest of Steeljaw's gang. {{storylink|Lockout}}<br /> <br /> [[File:BattlegroundsPart2-Underbitepowersup.jpg|thumb|right|270px]]<br /> <br /> Out collecting parts for the device Steeljaw's [[The Fallen|mysterious friend]] wanted them to build, Underbite and Thunderhoof happened across Sideswipe and Strongarm, promptly capturing the pair with Fracture's help. When [[Windblade (RID)|Windblade]] flew over the steel mill hideout, Underbite was able to bring her down with a precisely thrown beam, adding her to their collection of hostages. The Decepticons were soon busy at work constructing the gateway Steeljaw's ally required, however when Bumbblebee and Drift arrived, Steeljaw assigned Underbite and Thunderhoof to intercept them. Underbite swiftly dealt with Drift, allowing Megatronus to arrive on Earth. He and the other Decepticons were rendered unconscious when [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] tried to interfere with the arrival. {{storylink|Battlegrounds, Part 1}} They came around in time to prevent the Autobots getting hold of Megatronus's staff, however when Megatronus turned on Steeljaw, Underbite, Thunderhoof and Clampdown attempted to flee. They ran straight into Team Bee, and Underbite was taken out when Bumblebee cannonballed into him. The defeated Decepticons were later stored away in stasis pods. {{storylink|Battlegrounds, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> Underbite's stasis pod was later taken back to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] by Optimus Prime, Windblade and [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]]. {{storylink|Decepticon Island (Part 2)}}<br /> <br /> [[File:PrepareForDeparture Underbite guarding.jpg|thumb|left|280px]]<br /> When the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] released Steeljaw from prison to keep Bumblebee and his team occupied while they made plans to summon [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], {{storylink|Freedom Fighters}} Underbite was also released with the promise of a full pardon should the Pack succeed in terminating the Bee Team. They returned to Earth where they mounted an assault on Denny's scrapyard that forced the Autobots out of their home. Switching tack, they headed to the [[Crown City Dam]] where they sabotaged it to draw the Autobots out, resulting in a fight which ended with the Decepticons falling into the river. {{storylink|Exiles}} Underbite and the other member of the Pack split up to search for members of the Bee Team. {{storylink|Breathing Room}} Gaining new orders from [[Soundwave (WFC)|Soundwave]], the Pack were sent to a waste disposal site to dig up spent nuclear fuel, though Underbite played guard dog while the others excavated. When the Autobots inevitably turned up, Underbite battled an oddly-reluctant Grimlock until Clampdown hit paydirt and the Decepticons made off with their prize. The Pack stopped off in a warehouse so [[Quillfire (RID)|Quillfire]] could dispute the nuclear fuel towing arrangements, resulting in the Autobots catching up with them. During the fight which ensued, Underbite was stomping the Autobots when Sideswipe threw Grimlock at him. The Decepticons were again forced to retreat. {{storylink|Prepare for Departure}}<br /> <br /> [[File:PrisonerPrinciples Underbite chomp.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]<br /> Steeljaw next set the Pack's sights on breaking into a nuclear plant, having Underbite and the others scan new color schemes to use as disguises. They managed to gain entry into the plant and started looting fuel rods until the Autobots again crashed their operation. Underbite did his best to keep Bumblebee busy, but was knocked out by his opponent. After Steeljaw set the plant to meltdown, Bumblebee and Strongarm had to carry Underbite's unconscious body clear. He and the other captured Pack members were temporarily housed in makeshift cells in the Autobot's cave. {{storylink|Prisoner Principles}} The Pack members were returned to the scrapyard when the Autobots took it back, however Underbite promptly escaped while Grimlock was trying to secure him in a stasis pod. During the ensuing battle, Underbite ate the field generator out of the [[GroundBridge]], which resulted in him randomly teleporting to different locations as the Bee Team struggled to keep up with him. Fixit was eventually able to GroundBridge him back to the scrapyard and nullify the field generator, after which Denny and [[Russell Clay|Russell]] tricked him back into a stasis pod. {{storylink|Something He Ate}}<br /> <br /> ===''Robots in Disguise'' shorts===<br /> [[File:Carjacked-underbite.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Om nom 'Con.]]<br /> Underbite ate a compact car that a thief had entered. {{storylink|Carjacked!}}<br /> <br /> ===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' books===<br /> After being reprimanded by Steeljaw, Underbite and Thunderhoof went for a stroll down to the Crown City docks, where they stumbled on [[Slink]]'s pet food hoarding operation. Underbite fought her lackeys [[Sneak]] and [[Snitch (RID)|Snitch]] until the Autobots arrived, at which point he battled Grimlock, until the Dinobot defeated him with Bumblebee's help. When Thunderhoof brought the warehouse down, Underbite departed with all haste. {{storylink|Sideswipe Versus Thunderhoof}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW ''Robots in Disguise'' comic===<br /> [[File:RIDissue6-Underbite.jpg|thumb|right|250px]]<br /> Following the defeat of Megatronus, Underbite was among the Decepticons who were freed by Steeljaw and set to work mining [[energon]] for their new empire, though he hated being underground as people kept sneaking up on him. When Team Bee turned up, Underbite tackled Grimlock. {{storylink|Robots in Disguise issue 6|Robots in Disguise #6}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game===<br /> [[File:TFRIDGame Underbite.jpg|right|200px|thumb|&quot;Brilliant deduction. You've discovered my brilliant plan to chain myself to an albino.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> *''unlock Starter'' — 500 Energon Cubes or 10 Ultra Sparks<br /> *''unlock Cybertron'' — 500 Energon Cubes or 10 Ultra Sparks<br /> *''unlock Legion'' — 1500 Energon Cubes or 30 Ultra Sparks<br /> *''unlock Legion Clash'' — 1500 Energon Cubes or 30 Ultra Sparks<br /> *''unlock 1-Step'' — 2000 Energon Cubes or 40 Ultra Sparks<br /> <br /> When Crown City was overrun with [[Insecticon (WFC)#Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|Insecticon]]s, Underbite took the opportunity to join in the mayhem. The Autobots found him attacking a train, and pursued him to a square where they defeated him. {{storylink|Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|Robots in Disguise}}<br /> <br /> {{note|Though he appears in the story as a CPU-controlled boss, Underbite is also a playable character. Yes, he can beat himself up. His three toy-forms can be temporarily unlocked by scanning the badges on said toys. However, these and his show-accurate &quot;Starter&quot; form (which the CPU boss uses) can also be permanently unlocked by spending Energon Cubes.}}<br /> <br /> ===''Protect Crown City''===<br /> There were lots of Underbites! They attempted to escape before the Autobots secured them back into their stasis pods. {{storylink|Protect Crown City}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2015)===<br /> {{note|Virtually every toy in this list has a scannable [[insignia]] sticker on it. For [[Hasbro]] releases, it temporarily unlocks that toy as a playable character in the [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (mobile game)|''Robots in Disguise'' mobile game]], and can only be scanned once per day. [[TakaraTomy]] releases simply check that off on their mobile app's collection list. It's honestly quicker and less redundant to say which toys '''don't''' have this feature.}}<br /> <br /> ====One-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:2015 RID Onestep Underbite.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|Seems I'm missing a piece keepin' me in robot mode. THAT'S BECAUSE I ATE IT! ''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:TakaraTomy-Transformers-Adventure-Series-TAV-06-Underbite.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Darn it Japan! You don't brighten my purple to make it too pretty! ''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> <br /> *'''Underbite''' (One Step Changers, 2015)<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[March 21|3-21]]-2015'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''TAV-06'''<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)#One-Step Changers|One Step Changer]]s, Underbite changes from a Cybertronian four-wheeled tank-like car-thing into a Chompazoid. His spring-loaded transformation to each mode is triggered by pressing his back legs together. The back of his beast-head has a spring-loaded lever that activates his bitey-jaw gimmick.<br /> <br /> : He is adorable.<br /> <br /> : Like all ''Robots in Disguise'' toys, he has a bordered [[insignia]] on the top of his head/vehicle roof. However, it can't be scanned while he's still in-package, as it's behind the front-bubble instructions.<br /> <br /> : The TakaraTomy release of Underbite features a brighter shade of his purple plastic, and a different scan-badge, which is compatible with the ''Transformers Chronicle'' app.<br /> <br /> : Caution should be used with his transformation, as many early samples would lose the ability to lock into robo-[[beast mode]] with rigorous/repeated squeezing of the haunches (vehicle is the &quot;default&quot; state, beast mode relies on a tensed spring to stay locked in). This also shares to his Japanese release too. Also, Underbite cannot accommodate with [[Grimlock_(RID_2015)#Stomp_.26_Chomp|Stomp &amp; Chomp Grimlock]] due to him being quadrupedal.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.transformers-universe.com/i.php?ID=5685 More information on One-Step Changer Underbite at Transformers-Universe.com]''<br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/OSCUnderbite/underbite.htm More information on One-Step Changer Underbite at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RIDCollection}}<br /> [[File:RID2015-One-Step-Changers-Collection-6-pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Robots in Disguise Collection''' (6-pack, 2015)<br /> <br /> :A 6-pack featuring the One-Step figures of [[Bumblebee (WFC)/toys#RIDCollection|Bumblebee]], [[Steeljaw (RID)#RIDCollection|Steeljaw]], [[Grimlock (RID 2015)#RIDCollection|Grimlock]], [[Sideswipe (RID)#RIDCollection|Sideswipe]], Underbite (all of them unchanged from their individual releases), and a new One-Step [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#RIDCollection|Optimus Prime]] figure available only in this set. This set was exclusive to [[Target]] stores in the United States and to [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] stores in Canada.<br /> <br /> : Sideswipe, Steeljaw, Underbite, and Bumblebee's badges are all scannable in-package.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Legion Class====<br /> {{anchor|LegionClass}}<br /> [[File:RID2015LegionUnderbite.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.67|Headin' for cuteness.]]<br /> *'''Underbite''' (Legion Class, 2015)<br /> <br /> :Part of the third wave of ''Robots in Disguise'' Legion Class series, Underbite transforms into a Cybertronian four-wheeled tank-like car-thing into a Chompazoid.<br /> <br /> : Like all ''Robots in Disguise'' toys, he has a bordered [[insignia]] is on the top of his vehicle rear/beast mode butt.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Clash of the Transformers}}<br /> [[File:RID2015-CotT-2-pack-Underbite.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|With my added bright green, I am 100% more stealthy!]]<br /> *'''Underbite''' (Clash of the Transformers 2-pack, 2015)<br /> <br /> :Packaged with Bumblebee, this Underbite is a stealth-themed redeco of the Legion Class figure above. The 2-pack is currently released as a [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/TRULegUnderbite/underbite.htm More information on ''Clash of the Transformers'' Underbite at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|TAV35}}<br /> [[File:TAV-35-EZ-Collection-Underbite.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Overbite (disambiguation)|Overbite]] and underbite and then up for [[Sky-Byte (disambiguation)|airbite]]...]]<br /> *'''Autobot VS Decepticon Set''' (EZ Collection 4-pack, 2015) <br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TAV35'''<br /> <br /> :Available for this set, this version of Underbite is a redeco of the original Legion Class toy, featuring a different shade of purple, and features additional paint details. He was released as a four-pack along with [[Steeljaw (RID)#TAV35|Steeljaw]], [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#TAV35|Optimus Prime]], and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)#TAV35|Grimlock]].<br /> <br /> :Unlike the Hasbro release, the toy features no scan-badges on the toy, instead it was printed on one small card, along with the other 3 badges. <br /> <br /> :Like the rest of the ''Adventure'' EZ Collection sets, some online retailers like Amazon Japan were still selling it 2 years later at greatly reduced prices (70% off).<br /> <br /> :His vehicle mode is mistransformed: His front legs are not rotated.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Kre-O===<br /> {{anchor|UnderbiteJetpackTakedown}}<br /> [[File:Underbite kreon.JPG|thumb|150px]]<br /> *'''Underbite Jetpack Takedown''' (2015)<br /> **'''Set Number''':B0950<br /> **'''Kreons''': Optimus Prime, Underbite, Ped<br /> **'''Pieces''': 189<br /> <br /> :Available only in the Underbite Jetpack Takedown set, this set comes with both the Kreon and the buildable larger version of himself. As for his Kreon version, he reuses Knock Out's helmet, and a pair of Starscream's null ray-ish arm cannons. Also: his Kreon is bipedal rather than quadrupedal. The larger build version of Underbite features a firing missile on his back, which is (probably) strong enough to destroy the jetpack-equipped Optimus Prime flying around, equipped with a pair of pressure-firing missiles. Hope Underbite doesn't miss that shot.<br /> <br /> :The set was first released in Taiwan and Singapore from January 2015, and later in Canada and the US (liquidated almost exclusively through TJ Maxx/Marshalls stores) from May 2015.<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> {{anchor|TinyTitan}}<br /> [[File:TinyTitans Underbite.jpg|right|thumb|200px|oh god he's like a tiny pitbull puppy wanna give him bacon and squeezy toys]]<br /> *'''Underbite''' (Tiny Titans, 2015)<br /> **''Series'': '''1'''<br /> **''Number'': '''7/12'''<br /> <br /> : Part of the initial assortment of [[Tiny Titans]], this super-adorable version of Underbite is a very small, soft-plastic figure of Underbite in his beast mode.<br /> <br /> : Sold in a [[blindpacking|blindpacked]] baggie, he comes with a collectible card with a scan-badge, which unlocks a random amount of Energon Cube &quot;currency&quot; and a randomized bonus power-up item in the ''Robots in Disguise'' app.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/TTUnderbite/underbite.htm More information on ''Tiny Titans'' Underbite at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|McD}}<br /> [[File:RID15-toy UnderbiteMcD.jpg|right|thumb|200px|If you thought plastic clogged him up bad, just wait til you see what the McNuggets do.]]<br /> *'''Underbite''' (Happy Meal toy, 2015)<br /> **''McNumber'': '''5'''<br /> <br /> : Part of the ''Robots in Disguise'' [[McDonald's]] Happy Meal promotion in April and May of 2015 (alongside ''[[My Little Pony]]''), McUnderbite is a non-transforming action figure of the beast-bot. Pushing down on his haunches sets him into a slow, steady rise until he suddenly jumps up, snapping at the air with his flappy-head.<br /> <br /> : The bag he comes in and instruction sheet have a scan-badge that unlocks a random amount of Energon &quot;currency&quot; and a randomized bonus power-up item. This badge is the same for all of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Happy Meal bags and instructions.<br /> <br /> : Underbite can also be scanned into the McDonald's [[McPlay]] app, which recognizes the toy's silhouette. Doing so unlocks Underbite's version of the &quot;[[Stasis Pod Battle]]&quot; game.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Radz}}<br /> *'''Underbite''' (Radz candy dispenser, 2015)<br /> **''Blindbag code'': '''D'''<br /> <br /> : The [[Radz]] candy-dispenser version of Underbite is a plastic spheroid with feet, spiky &quot;hair&quot;, and a keychain fob. Pulling the hair back opens the toy's &quot;mouth&quot; and projects a little bowl-like tongue, dispensing a single colored sugar pellet. The hair can be taken off to refill the dispenser, and swapped with any other Radz.<br /> <br /> :Underbite was available both on a card with a clear bubble, and in a blindpacked baggie, though the bag has a code number on the back under the &quot;best by&quot; date that tells you what's inside (only the last letter is the important part). Both versions come with a bag of sugar pellets, and a mini-poster with a collection checklist on the back.<br /> <br /> ===Transformers Adventure Gum===<br /> *'''Fixit &amp; Underbite''' (2016)<br /> :Part of the new ''Adventure'' subline of the Transformers Gum series, this Underbite is a snap-fit kit based on his One-Step Changer toy. Underbite is molded in black and blue plastic with detailing from stickers. Underbite is fully transformable.<br /> <br /> :The kit is bundled with Fixit.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> *When asked about Underbite's ultimate fate, [[Adam Beechen]] stated in a deleted blog post that he was brought back with the other imprisoned Decepticons to Cybertron after the events of &quot;[[Freedom Fighters]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Underbite''' (アンダーバイト ''Andābaito'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Kuáng Yǎo''' (China, 狂咬, &quot;Maniac Biting&quot;), '''Bàoyá''' (China, 暴牙, &quot;Snaggleteeth&quot;)<br /> <br /> [[Category:Kreons]]<br /> [[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:McDonald's exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Steeljaw's Pack]]<br /> [[Category:Target exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Tiny Titans]]<br /> [[Category:Toys &quot;R&quot; Us exclusives]]</div>

Technospike https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Megatron_(G1)/toys&diff=1304559 2018-11-28T04:42:37Z

<p>Technospike: </p> <hr /> <div>{{suite}}<br /> [[File:Megatron_G1_toys.jpg|thumb|upright=2|A [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Gunn]], [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Combiner Wars|Tankk]], [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Titans Return|Jett]]; sometimes a [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Alternity|Carr]] or [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Legends|Headd]].]]<br /> Many toys have been made of '''[[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'''. So many, in fact they have to get their own page!<br /> ==Generation 1==<br /> [[File:G1Megatron toy.jpg|upright=1.95|thumb|This photo needs an orange cap or someone might shoot the wiki.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Decepticon Leader, 1984/1985)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''16'''<br /> **''Accessories (Hasbro release)'': Silencer, stock, telescopic sight/fusion cannon, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;<br /> **''Accessories (Takara release)'': Sword, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, 20 bullets<br /> :Released in the first year of the ''Transformers'' toyline, the original Megatron toy began life as the ''[[Microman]]'' figure &quot;Gun Robo - P38&quot;, which transforms into an accurate replica of a Walther P-38 pistol. This ''Microman'' figure was available in two forms: a standard version in two color schemes (one grey, one black), and the &quot;Gun Robo - P38 U.N.C.L.E.&quot;, outfitted with three distinctive accessories—a scope, a silencer and a stock—that replicate the appearance of the unique, specialized Walther pistol seen in the popular 1960s spy television series ''{{w|The Man from U.N.C.L.E.}}'' &lt;ref&gt;&quot;U.N.C.L.E. Special&quot; Carbine at CIA Museum, [http://web.archive.org/web/20100324191047/https://www.cia.gov/about-cia/cia-museum/spy-fi-archives/item08.html archived version]&lt;/ref&gt; It was the &quot;U.N.C.L.E.&quot; version, with all of its special accessories, that was released by Hasbro as Megatron. When the figure is in [[robot mode]], the sight doubles as his signature arm-mounted [[fusion cannon]], but can also be combined with the other attachments to form either a &quot;Particle Beam Cannon&quot; weapons emplacement that Megatron can man, or a &quot;Telescopic Laser Cannon&quot; that connects to the figure as an over-shoulder weapons array. The pieces can also form a turret that a ''Microman'' figure can sit on and operate (that's what the tiny handles on Megatron's fusion cannon are for), but this feature was naturally left out of the ''Transformers'' version's instructions. Megatron also came with a chromed silver &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot; that plugs into his either of his hands.<br /> <br /> :The original ''Microman'' release of the toy that would be Megatron featured a spring-loaded firing mechanism that allowed the toy to shoot ([[for safety reasons|dangerously small]]) plastic bullets one at a time from its barrel. A similar launching mechanism was also built into the stock piece, which could launch the bullets when the accessories were configured into their weapons emplacement mode, or attach to Megatron's hip when in robot mode and launch the bullets through his barrel. As with all missile-firing gimmicks, this feature was removed from the Hasbro release of the toy, though the ports into which the bullets were inserted are still present.<br /> <br /> :Megatron has had several variations, reissues and [[redeco]]s released down through the years; this article strives to list each distinct edition of the toy under its own respective series. The earliest variation of the toy came in 1985, when (like all toys originally available in 1984) a factory-applied [[rubsign]] was added to Megatron's right arm while another version had the rub sign on his left hip guard. Then, the following year, when he was no longer a part of the toy assortment sold at retail, Megatron was made available as a mail-away item in the &quot;[[Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction (G1)|Digital Doom on the Highway to Destruction]]&quot; flier packed in with boxed ''Transformers'' toys. He cost $21.50 and five [[Robot Point]]s. To coincide with the 1986 animated movie release, he was also offered in 'The Autobots Have A Special Mission For...' mail-away pamphlet and came with a special &quot;Movie Edition Certificate&quot; and a round sticker that read &quot; Movie . Edition . Transformer&quot; with the Autobot symbol in the middle. (This item is considered rare.)<br /> <br /> :Perhaps the most significant variant of Megatron released in these early years was the version of the figure released by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] in Japan (pictured below). Instead of using the ''Microman'' &quot;U.N.C.L.E.&quot; figure as Hasbro had, Takara released the ''standard'' version of the Gun Robo P-38 ''Microman'' figure, in its grey color scheme, which featured flat grey plastic on the chest and arms (where Hasbro's toy was chromed), and blue plastic on the inner arms and legs (where Hasbro's was red). Most notably, like that standard ''Microman'' figure, Takara's Megatron did not come with the stock, silencer and scope accessories (lacking even the attachment point for his cannon on his right arm), but instead came with a silver-chromed sword and retained his original bullet-firing mechanism. Takara's [[package art]] for the figure was an entirely different illustration from the Hasbro version, showing this toy's accessories, but it still erroneously showed the figure with red plastic on its limbs. This coloration was later [[Repurposing|repurposed]] by [[e-HOBBY]] for a new character named [[Megaplex]].<br /> <br /> :Megatron is probably the most troubled Transformer toy in all of Transformer history, due to being originally Japanese which had different toy laws, he is frequently [[For safety reasons|banned]] due to being a realistic gun while lacking an orange cap to indicate it's not a real gun. Some countries banned it or deemed it illegal due to criminals or kids misusing it as a real gun and terrorizing others, or law enforcement mistaking it for a real firearm and shooting innocent people dead (as has happened multiple times in the past). For you American fans, it may actually be easier to own a ''real'' Walther P-38 handgun than this original Megatron toy.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1984/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*[http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=ngAuAAAAEBAJ Patent info]]<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|VSX}}<br /> [[File:G1toy japanese megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Convoy VS Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 1985)<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''VSX'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, 20 bullets<br /> :In Japan, Megatron was also made available in a special two-pack with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]]. Both toys were identical to their individual releases. In Megatron's case, that means unchromed gray plastic, blue instead of red, and a functional firing mechanism and sword, instead of the scope, silencer and stock. This box also used an altered version of the individual release's box-art, turning his head sideways to face Prime, as opposed to the original's camera-facing head position.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GoodBye}}<br /> [[File:G1toy gb megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|''The world can be one together, Cosmos without hatred. Stars like diamonds in your eyes...'']]<br /> *'''Good Bye Megatron''' (Multi-pack, 1986)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, 20 bullets, targeting sight/fusion cannon<br /> :Megatron was released again as part of a special &quot;Good Bye&quot; set to commemorate his passing ([[Galvatron (G1)|of sorts]]) in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', packaged with [[Starscream (G1)/toys|Starscream]] (who also was now no more). Although it still lacked the chrome seen on the Hasbro version of the toy, this edition of the figure replaced the blue plastic seen on previous Takara releases with Hasbro's show-accurate red, and included the fusion cannon accessory for the first time with a Takara release, complete with the mounting point now added to Megatron's right arm. Though still lacking the silencer and stock, the toy retained its Japanese-exclusive sword accessory and its bullet-firing mechanism, with one modification: The bullets, formerly blue, were now red.<br /> <br /> :Despite the change to the toy's colors, the box art on this set, the same art used for the [[Hasbro]] releases, was recolored to match the blue of the ''previous'' releases. Whoops.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Galvatron''' (Decepticon [[City Commander]], 1986)<br /> {{main|Galvatron (G1)/toys}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|ActionMaster}}<br /> *'''Neutro-Fusion Tank with Megatron''' (Action Master, 1990)<br /> **''Accessories'': Neutro-Fusion Tank, 4 missiles, &quot;twin laser cannon&quot;<br /> [[File:Neutro-fusiontanktoy1.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Uh-oh! Visual interest!]]<br /> :Megatron returned as an ''[[Action Master]]'' in 1990, and as with most ''Action Master'' figures, he could not transform. His sculpt was based heavily upon the character's animation model design. Megatron is compatible with all other Action Master accessories and vehicles.<br /> <br /> :He came packaged with the [[Neutro-Fusion Tank]], a large tank vehicle whose hull could transform into a base/gun emplacement, with the turret forming a flight pod. Four &quot;corrosive smoke shell&quot; accessories mounted on both sides of the tank. There are seats for two Action Master figures on the front on either side of the barrel, another seat inside the turret, and four pegs on the back of the tank for standing additional Action Master figures.<br /> <br /> :The tank's turret can detach and become a &quot;jet throne,&quot; which features flip-out wings, and the body of the tank transforms into a missile-launcher battle station. The battle station has two seats on either side behind the missile launchers (non-firing) and a stowing bay in the center for an additional figure. <br /> <br /> :In a fairly notable omission, ''Action Master'' Megatron did not come with the character's iconic fusion cannon accessory. In 1992, however, a Japanese fan sculpted his own cannon accessory, which could plug into the figure's arm using the shoulder screw-hole (seen in the image at right). In a surprising move, Takara gave this cannon their approval and allowed it to be officially sold with their copyright stamp at a Japanese convention {{fact|which one?}} for only one day, at the price of 2000 yen.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1990/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Action Master Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|2001reissue}}<br /> [[File:G1toy 2000 megatron reissue.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (reissue, 2001)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''16-S'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Silencer, stock, telescopic sight/fusion cannon, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, sword, 20 bullets<br /> <br /> :This reissue of the original Megatron figure combines the best aspects of the Hasbro and Takara versions into the most &quot;complete&quot; version of Megatron available at that point. The set features the chromed chest and arms and red plastic of the Hasbro release, and includes the silencer, stock and sight/cannon, while also coming with Takara's sword and functional bullet-firing mechanism.<br /> <br /> :This reissue was redecoed to make the simultaneously available exclusive &quot;Megatron Black Version&quot; (see below).<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BlackG1}}<br /> [[File:G1toy black megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|[[Black repaint|Blacktron]], nemesis of the Space Police.]]<br /> *'''Megatron Black Version''' (2001/2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''16-S'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Silencer, stock, telescopic sight/fusion cannon, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, sword, 20 bullets<br /> <br /> : Where the original Takara Megatron toy made use of one of the two color schemes of the original ''Microman'' Gun Robo P38 toy, this redeco of the 2000 reissue Megatron is an homage to the ''second'', black color scheme for the ''Microman'' toy. Available exclusively through e-Hobby and pre-orders at [[BotCon Japan 2000]], &quot;Megatron Black Version&quot; features dark gunmetal chrome, black plastic instead of grey, and distinctive brown gun handle-grips, fists and &quot;inner helmet&quot;. The chrome replaces the flat black plastic of the original ''Microman'' toy, which also had blue plastic on its legs and arms that is here supplanted by Megatron's now-traditional red. The toy was limited to 1000 pieces.<br /> <br /> : e-Hobby later reissued Megatron Black Version in February 2009, now in [[Collector's Edition]] packaging. This release includes a [[Destron Leader Megatron Black Ver.|mini-comic]] explaining the story behind the redeco.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2000/Destron/BlackMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron Black Version at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Generation 2==<br /> [[File:G2Megatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|G2 Megatron is always ready for tank combat in one of Earth's many green and purple jungles.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Decepticon, 1992)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle, 6 missiles, sight<br /> <br /> : Owing to Hasbro's [[for safety reasons|inability]] to re-release the original Megatron because that toy was a pistol, ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' instead saw the release of an entirely new Megatron toy in 1992, now as a large green M1A1 Abrams main battle tank. His main gimmick is his gravity-fed cannon, which holds four of his missiles at once (the remaining two can store in clips inside his legs) and can rapidly launch them one after the other. Pulling back on the cannon's tab drops a missile into the firing tube and triggers a &quot;lock and load&quot; sound effect, and pressing the launch button is accompanied by a firing sound effect. In tank mode, pressing a panel on his forward section trigger's the toy's infamous battle cry of '''&quot;Megatron Attack!&quot;''', while pressing down on the tank body while it is on a flat surface activates engine noises. <br /> <br /> : In robot mode, Megatron is, by the standards of the time, a very large robot, towering over all ''Generation 2'' incarnations of Optimus Prime. His legs are immobile, but he has upper shoulder rotation and elbow joints; when raised, his left arm triggers an electronic laser sound effect. His cannon and all its sound effects still work in this mode, as does his &quot;Megatron Attack!&quot; sound effect, now triggered by pressing down on the figure's head.<br /> <br /> : This sculpt was slightly [[redeco]]ed (with new stickers) as ''[[Beast Wars II (toyline)|Beast Wars II]]'' [[Megastorm]].<br /> <br /> : Furthermore, a [[retool]]ed version of the toy's lock-and-load shoulder cannon (or a new sculpt heavily based on it) was used as the main cannon on the [http://www.yojoe.com/sgtsavage/panther.shtml I.R.O.N Panther Tank] in the very short-lived 1995 ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' line ''Sgt. Savage and his Screaming Eagles''.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1993/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Generation 2 Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Hero}}<br /> [[File:G2 CombatHero Megatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|By this point, the purple had almost completely taken over his body.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Hero, 1993)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TRF-2'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle, 2 air-launch missiles<br /> <br /> :Megatron was released again the following year as [[Hero (G2)|Hero]] Megatron: a smaller, but similarly styled tank based off the M1 Abrams. This Megatron was purple and came with a bellows that fired an air-propelled missile. Both missiles could be kept on Megatron thanks to clips on his turret, which become his robot mode arms... conveniently kinda simulating the &quot;classic&quot; Megatron arm cannon to boot.<br /> <br /> : Hero Megatron was designed with articulation in mind, so he was loaded with multiple swivel and universal joints, giving him far greater movement compared to his original ''Generation 2'' toy. However, it's really just friction that keeps his joints tight and his parts together in [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]] (no pegs or clips) so after a bit of time and play, he turns pretty floppy. The joints connecting his biceps to his shoulders are also reportedly easy to break due to overly-tight tolerances, so caution is advised.<br /> <br /> : This toy was released in Europe, albeit with a &quot;MEGATRON RULES&quot;-free blank chest sticker, as [[Archforce]]. It was also redecoed into [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Bludgeon (RID 2001)|Bludgeon]] (which has since been [[Repurposing|repurposed]] to become &quot;[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]&quot; [[Bludgeon (SG)|Bludgeon]]), and retooled to become [[#reverseconvoy|Reverse Convoy]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1994/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Hero Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{G2HeroMegatronMold}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Go-Bot}}<br /> [[File:Megatron-G2GoBot.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He'd be a better shot if he could only see over his hood-chest.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Go-Bot, 1995)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle<br /> <br /> : Part of the second assortment of [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]], this version of Megatron is a mild [[redeco]] of the Autobot [[Blowout]], transforming into a 1:64-scale Porsche 959 sports car with through-axle construction. This not only makes him roll exceptionally fast in car mode, but also makes him largely compatible with playsets from the &quot;Hot Wheels&quot; and &quot;Matchbox&quot; toy-car lines. Megatron and Blowout share the same blue and black inner robot colors, but Megatron uses opaque silver plastic with a shiny metallic silver paint overcoat, as opposed to Blowout's smoky-clear plastic. (All of the toys from the first wave that had transparent plastics were released in this wave with opaques instead; Blowout and [[Firecracker]] became new versions of Megatron and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#GobotOptimusPrime|Optimus Prime]] respectively, while [[Gearhead]] and [[Motormouth]] stayed themselves.)<br /> <br /> : In Japan, his hood was tampographed with a stylized &quot;T&quot; with the ''Transformers'' logo set within the top bar, the same deco that appears on Go-Bots [[Soundwave (G1)/toys|Soundwave]] and the Japanese release of Go-Bots Optimus Prime.<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make Go-Bots [[Frenzy (G1)##Generation 2|Frenzy]] and [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Hot Shot (RID)|Hot Shot]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1995/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Go-Bot Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CombatHero}}<br /> [[File:CombatHeroMegatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I AM POWERED BY UNOBTAINIUM!]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Combat Hero, unreleased)<br /> **''Accessories'': rifle, 2 air-launch missiles<br /> <br /> : This kinda-sorta &quot;arctic&quot;-camo version of the [[#Hero|Hero Megatron]] toy was solicited to numerous retailers, and is one of a great many ''Generation 2'' toys to never see the light of day. Precious few samples of this toy exist.<br /> <br /> : At [[BotCon 1996]], a donated Combat Hero Megatron was one of the items in the charity auction, along with several other canceled ''Generation 2'' toys.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.toyarchive.com/Transformers/Prototypes/Generation2/HeroMegatronProtoMOSC.html &quot;Combat Hero&quot; Megatron in packaging at Super Toy Archive]''<br /> ::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/resources/review/generation+2/camoflague+megatron/3725 Image gallery of a loose &quot;Combat Hero&quot; Megatron at Transformers @ The Moon]''<br /> {{G2HeroMegatronMold}}<br /> {{canceledtoy}}<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|ATB}}<br /> [[File:G2toy ATB megs and screamer.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Cancelled?! This is all YOUR fault, Starscream!]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Decepticon, limited test market release)<br /> **''Accessories'': 12 missiles, 2 missiles launchers<br /> <br /> : A planned-but-more-or-less-canceled redeco of ''Generation 2'' [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]], this two-pack of Megatron and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#ATB|Starscream]] was only released to test markets in Ohio in very limited quanities, and never saw a wide release. Megatron and Starscream combine to form a &quot;flying wing&quot; Advanced Tactical Bomber, with an under-slung six-missile gatling cannon that can rapid-fire six missiles by twisting the back end. Each wing can store three more missiles, which can &quot;carpet-bomb&quot; targets below by pressing the pressure-launch buttons above each. Removing Starscream from the jet mode triggers an autotransformation mechanism in Megatron's wings, folding them up and starting him on his way to his third mode as a treaded &quot;tank.&quot;<br /> <br /> : With this release cancelled, the toy was instead made available, with just a few small deco changes, in the ''[[Beast Wars II (toyline)|Beast Wars II]]'' toyline as [[BB]] and [[Starscream (BWII)|Starscream]]. According to the Toy Fair 1995 Transformers presentation, the toy's missiles were intended to glow in the dark, but this feature was not carried over to the ''Beast Wars II'' set.<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make ''Robots in Disguise'' [[Dreadwind (RID)|Dreadwind]] and ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]]'' [[Gigant Bomb]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/issue02/atbmegs.htm ATB Megatron in packaging at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/resources/review/generation+2/+megatron+atb/3590 Image gallery of a loose ATB Megatron at Transformers @ The Moon]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Beast Wars==<br /> <br /> [[File:BWtoy-MegatronBasic.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Go Gators!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Primal VS Megatron''' (Basic 2-pack, 1996)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''VS-6'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun/tail<br /> <br /> :Early on the life of the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (toyline)|''Beast Wars'' toyline]], before the debut of the [[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)|''Beast Wars'' cartoon]] (which definitively established ''Beast Wars'' [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] as a separate, distinct character), packaging [[bio]]s and the [[Optimus Primal vs Megatron!|mini-comic]] sold with this first ''Beast Wars'' Megatron figure indicated that he was the same Megatron from Generation 1 and 2. As such, all the Megatron toys released in this early era of the ''Beast Wars'' line are listed here for completeness, representing a [[micro-continuity]] in which Generation 1 Megatron took on these forms.<br /> <br /> :The initial version of ''Beast Wars'' Megatron transforms into a green alligator. The toy shares a mold with [[Iguanus (BW)|Iguanus]], sporting different beast and robot mode heads and lacking the lizard's frill (though the screw hole for the frill bracket remains); as the two toys were released at the same time, it is unknown if one is a [[retool]] of the other, or if the mold was designed for both simultaneously. Megatron transforms via a spring-loaded one-step process, and his removable [[beast mode]] tail hides a non-firing blaster cannon that becomes a hand-held weapon for his robot mode. <br /> <br /> :This mold was redecoed into the purple Megaligator ([[#CDgator|see below]]), and a different redeco was proposed for the unproduced [[Albitron]]. The Iguanus version of the mold was redecoed into [[Crazybolt (BWN)|Crazybolt]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1996/Predacon/MegatronGator/megatron.htm More information on ''Beast Wars'' Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BWultra}}<br /> [[File:Bwmegatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Don't call him Barney.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Ultra, 1996)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-1'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Two missiles, water squirter<br /> <br /> : This version of Megatron transforms into a purple organic ''Tyrannosaurus rex'', and is loaded with multiple play features. His dinosaur head, which becomes his right hand in robot mode, features a [[water-squirting gimmick]] activated by opening the dinosaur's mouth, while his tail folds into a working plunger-operate pincer that forms his left arm. The outer shells of his dinosaur thighs conceal spring-loaded missile launchers that fire anchor-shaped projectiles, and like all larger ''Beast Wars'' figures of the era, he features a [[mutant head]], formed from two bat-like wing adornments that fold around his robot head.<br /> <br /> : This mold was also used to make the ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (toyline)|Beast Machines]]'' [[Dinobot (BM)|Dinobot]] [[T-Wrecks]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1996/Predacon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on ''T. rex'' Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GatorJ}}<br /> [[File:BWtoy takara megaligator.jpg|thumb]]<br /> *'''Megaligator''' (Basic, 1997)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''D-6'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun/tail<br /> <br /> : In Japan, the alligator Megatron toy was also sold individually, as well as in a two-pack with Optimus. Both Japanese releases of the figure are identical to the Hasbro version.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CDgator}}<br /> [[File:CDMegaligator.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Because a solid grey alligator would just be silly.]]<br /> *'''Amazon Showdown''' (Basic 2-pack, 1997)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''VS-S1'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun/tail<br /> <br /> :This figure is a purple [[redeco]] of Megatron's alligator form, and was sold with a [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#AmazonConvobat|red and white redeco]] of the bat version of Optimus Primal. This toy was released with a bio that indicates him to be Generation 1 Megatron. The set also came with a CD-ROM featuring tech specs and video clips of the ''Beast Wars'' cartoon cast and images to color.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1997/Destron/MegagatorJapan/megatron.htm More information on Amazon Showdown Megaligator at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Machine Wars==<br /> [[File:MWMegatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|And that's why Thundercracker turned green.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Basic, 1997)<br /> **''Accessories'': 2-part rifle<br /> <br /> : Sharing a mold with his concurrently-released ally [[Megaplex#Toys|Megaplex]] (which had been a canceled mold developed for ''Generation 2''), ''[[Machine Wars: Transformers|Machine Wars]]'' Megatron transforms from a [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes|Lockheed-Martin F-22 Raptor fighter jet]] to robot mode with a spring-loaded one-step transformation. The two halves of his rifle store in the back of his robot mode legs.<br /> <br /> : Oddly, the ''Machine Wars'' stock photos (and even the boxart) portray Megatron as the gray F-22 jet and Megaplex as the blue one, the ''opposite'' of the actual toys. This means that either the package designers made the mistake, or the toys were packaged on the wrong cards. The latter is more likely, since gray is more associated with Megatron than blue. Like most other toys in the line, the boxart was recycled from an earlier figure, in this case from the [[Predator (subgroup)|Predator]] [[Falcon (G1)|Falcon]].<br /> <br /> : This mold was also used to make ''[[Beast Wars II (toyline)|Beast Wars II]]'' [[Thrust (BWII)#Toys|Thrust]], [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Wind Sheer (RID)#Toys|Wind Sheer]], and ''[[Robotmasters (franchise)|Robotmasters]]'' [[Air Hunter]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1997/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Machine Wars Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> ==Choro-Q Robo==<br /> [[File:Choroq megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Does he really count as ''Mega''tron at this size?]]<br /> *'''Megatron TV Version''' (2001)<br /> **''Japanese ID Number:'' '''Q/03'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Choro-Q|Choro-Q Robo]]'' Megatron is a small, cutesified transforming figure of the Decepticon leader. He is the only ''Choro-Q Robo'' Transformers figure that does not come with a weapon accessory, but after all, he does turn ''into'' a gun. In a bizarre and hilarious touch, Megatron has wheels on his base and barrel, so that he can share the common feature of the ''Choro-Q Robo'' figures: a pull-back motor!<br /> <br /> :Sadly, Megatron's gray plastic is ''extremely'' prone to [[Photodegradation|yellowing]] even when not exposed to sunlight and becomes brittle just as quickly, shattering to bits easily. Thankfully, the black version has no such problem. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2001/Destron/ChoroQMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Choro-Q'' Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> *'''Megatron Black Version''' (2001)<br /> **''Japanese ID Number:'' '''Q/04'''<br /> <br /> :This version of ''Choro-Q Robo'' Megatron is a redeco of the first, decked out in a metallic color scheme based on the &quot;Black Version&quot; of the reissue of the Generation 1 figure released earlier that year.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2001/Destron/ChoroQBlackMegs/megatron.htm More information on ''Choro-Q'' Black Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==The Transformers Collection==<br /> {{anchor|TFCMegatron}}<br /> [[File:G1toy tfc megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|I LOVE YOU KITCHEN GUN]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2003)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''6'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Silencer, stock, telescopic sight/fusion cannon, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, sword, 20 bullets, [[energon mace]]<br /> <br /> :The original Generation 1 Megatron figure was again reissued in 2003 as part of Takara's ''[[The Transformers Collection]]'' series. This release was identical to the previous 2000 reissue, in that it featured the colors of the Hasbro release of the toy, and all the accessories of both the Hasbro and Takara versions, but this time, it also included a new [[energon mace]] weapon which plugs over Megatron's hand, as used by the Decepticon leader in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original ''The Transformers'' cartoon]] episode &quot;[[More than Meets the Eye, Part 2]]&quot;. Much like the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|&quot;New Year Special&quot;]] version of Optimus Prime released the previous year, Megatron also came with a sheet of Decepticon [[insignia]] stickers of different sizes, and a Decepticon mouse pad.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1984/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm More information on Transformers Collection Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TFCStarscream}}<br /> [[File:TFC09ScreamerHoldingMegs.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sometimes I just... want to be held.]]<br /> *'''Starscream''' (Transformers Collection, 2002)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''9'''<br /> : A diminutive version of Megatron in his Walther P-38 mode was included as a new accessory with the ''Transformers Collection'' release of Starscream. Needless to say, he doesn't transform, but can be held by Starscream in both modes. Megatron's handle disconnects to reveal a peg, which can then be inserted into either of Starscream's fists, which were specifically resculpted for this purpose. Each fist also features a tab on its underside, into which Megatron's handle can be inserted, completing the effect. Megatron can also attach to Starscream's jet mode; the right-hand side of Megatron's handle features a square peg which is designed to fit snugly in gaps in Starscream's pectorals, as in the Generation 1 episode, &quot;[[S.O.S. Dinobots]]&quot;. Unfortunately, this peg has, for no fathomable reason, been cast in the same sky blue color as Starscream's hands, unnecessarily making it ''as obtrusive as humanly possible''. An additional tabbed right fist for [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Optimus Prime]] (complementing his then-upcoming ''Transformers Collection'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers Collection|Convoy]] release) was included as well.<br /> <br /> : Megatron's post is compatible with [[5mm post]] fist holes, provided there is sufficient clearance for both the trigger and the back of the gun, and if you don't mind not using the handle.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Destron/AnimeStarscream/starscream.htm More information on Transformers Collection Starscream at TFU.info]''<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Commemorative Series==<br /> [[File:TF-Commemorative-Series-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|Did NOT kill Squadron X.|thumb]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (unreleased)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Silencer, stock, telescopic sight/fusion cannon, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, sword<br /> <br /> : Hasbro attempted to include the original Generation 1 Megatron toy in their ''[[The Transformers: Generation One Commemorative Series|Commemorative Series]]'' of reissues, but his realistic-gun-ness posed [[for safety reasons|a challenge]]. In an attempt to convince Toys R Us (the retailer through whom the line was exclusively available) to carry the toy, Hasbro proposed an extensive redeco of the figure, replacing its silver chrome with blue and its grey plastic with bright orange, including the tip of his silencer, in accordance with standard safety measures taken with toy guns. Even this was not enough to convince the chain to release the figure and it was shelved, but the design was shown to fans at [[BotCon 2002]], where it was noted that a potential way to the market the unusually-colored toy would have been to brand it as &quot;Lava Megatron&quot;, depicting the Decepticon leader after his dunk in lava at the end of the cartoon episode, &quot;[[Heavy Metal War]]&quot;. Fans, however, had another nickname for it that became better known: &quot;Safety Megatron&quot;. Notably, this version of the toy would apparently have come with Megatron's Japanese-exclusive sword accessory.<br /> <br /> :The same images were later shown at [[BotCon 2005]]. Sadly, photography was not allowed at either panel the toy was shown at.<br /> <br /> :*''[https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=177341559109628&amp;set=a.129078730602578.24553.129076873936097&amp;type=1&amp;theater Images of &quot;Safety Megatron&quot; on The Spacebridge's facebook page]''<br /> <br /> {{canceledtoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Smallest Transforming Transformers==<br /> [[File:STFMegatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Not 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime's gun.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2004)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''GTF 07'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon/scope<br /> <br /> : ''[[Smallest Transforming Transformers]]'' Megatron was released in the second wave of the diminutive Takara toyline, including only his fusion cannon. Easily the most complex of the ''Smallest Transforming'' figures, Megatron is a just-barely-simplified version of his original Generation 1 toy, possessing the same [[transformation scheme]] and retaining most of his articulation. The transformation step involving sliding his chest upwards away from his hips is extremely difficult and will usually result in the chest popping off; this is fixable. <br /> <br /> :Just as ''Smallest Transforming'' Optimus Prime's trailer was released as a separate figure in the line, so too were a set of silencer and stock attachments originally intended to be released for Megatron in the line's third wave. Unfortunately, this wave, and most of the other original figures it was set to contain, was cancelled, and so Megatron was left under-armed.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2004/Destron/SmallestMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Smallest Transforming Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|smallestvsx}}<br /> [[File:Wst vsx megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Convoy vs Megatron''' (multipack, 2004)<br /> **''Japanese ID Number:'' '''VSX'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon/scope<br /> <br /> :Available exclusively as a freebie through the September 2004 issue of [[Dengeki Hobby]] magazine, this ''Smallest Transforming Transformers'' two-pack contains both Optimus Prime and Megatron, in homage to the original 1984 &quot;VSX&quot; giftset containing the original versions of the two leaders. While Optimus is unaltered from his original release, Megatron takes the homage a little further, removing the swirled pattern from the original figure's chest and replacing the red plastic with blue to emulate the original Takara version of the full-size Generation 1 figure.<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Robotmasters==<br /> {{anchor|reverseconvoy}}[[File:RMtoy reverse convoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|My Convoy counterpart is nearby. Real nearby.]]<br /> *'''Reverse Convoy''' (Deluxe, 2005)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''RM-24'''<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Reverse Blaster&quot;, missile<br /> <br /> : A [[retool]] of the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' &quot;Hero Megatron&quot; toy, Rebirth Megatron transforms into a heavily modified blue and tan [[Popular Earth vehicle alternate modes|M1 Abrams tank]]. In addition to a new &quot;[[Reverse Convoy]]&quot; head that flips out of the same compartment as the head on the original version of the mold, the toy features a brand new &quot;Mega Blaster&quot; cannon assembly that houses most of the toy's new features. The Mega Blaster fires a spring-loaded blue missile, and the rear of the cannon can be removed and transformed into the hand-held &quot;Reverse Blaster&quot; weapon, featuring twin barrels and a rack of six (non-removable) missiles. Once the Reverse Blaster is removed, the toy's &quot;Rebirth Megatron&quot; head can be rotated out from the back of the cannon to take the place of Reverse Convoy's head between the figure's shoulders.<br /> <br /> : The original version of this mold was use to make [[Archforce]] and [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] [[Bludgeon (RID 2001)|Bludgeon]] (which has been [[Repurposing|repurposed]] to also be ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (toyline)|Shattered Glass]]'' [[Bludgeon (SG)|Bludgeon]]). The toy still retains the opening panels on its forearms, despite no longer featuring the large missiles they are designed to store.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Destron/ReverseConvoy/reverseconvoy.htm More information on Reverse Convoy at TFU.info]''<br /> {{G2HeroMegatronMold}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==20th Anniversary/Masterpiece==<br /> [[File:GunmodeMegsMasterpieceConvoy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Bang bang! He shot me down! Bang bang! I hit the ground...]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2003/2004)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-1'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :''20th Anniversary'' Optimus Prime included an accessory of Megatron in his classic Walther P-38 altmode. Although non-transforming, it is quite detailed and includes the individually removable silencer / barrel extension, scope, and (hinged) stock. Although notionally [[scale]]d to be wielded by Prime, Megatron is really rather small, so a diagonal sliding joint is added to his handle, allowing it to be lengthened and narrowed enough so that Prime can actually hold it. Both the stock and the sliding butt-end of the handle are made of a soft, rubbery vinyl, compared to the hard plastic of the other pieces. The stock extension connecting clamp is prone to breakage, much to the chagrin of owners who keep theirs sealed and untouched.<br /> <br /> :Needless to say, the later-released ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Starscream]] (and [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|his]] [[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|redecoes]]) can also hold this version of Megatron, and each include a small round clip that plugs in under their nosecones, allowing them to wield Megatron while in jet mode, as Starscream did in &quot;[[S.O.S. Dinobots]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> :As the ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime mold has been has re-released multiple times, so too has Megatron. He was made available again without changes as an accessory for Takara's MP-4, &quot;[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp4|Convoy Perfect Edition]]&quot; and MP-1L, &quot;[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#lastshot|Convoy Last Production]]&quot;, and Hasbro's &quot;[[#20thDVD|DVD Edition]]&quot;, but has also been redecoed several times: these distinct new versions of Megatron are listed below.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/20thPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on 20th Anniversary Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MPGold}}<br /> [[File:MPtoy gold megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|This thing was bad ass in ''GoldenEye''.]]<br /> *'''Convoy''' (Lucky Draw Figure, 2004)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''MP-1'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :Offered as part of a Lucky Draw campaign in August 2004, this extremely rare version of ''Masterpiece'' Prime is almost entirely vacuum-metalized gold, lacking any other painted detail or stickers. The same is true of the Megatron accessory, who is all chromed golden save for the butt of his handle and his stock, which are metallic golden plastic.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.goldoptimusprime.com/ More information on gold ''Masterpiece'' Convoy at GoldOptimusPrime.com]''<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP2}}<br /> [[File:MPtoy magnus megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Ultra Magnus''' (2004)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''MP-2'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :When ''Masterpiece'' Optimus Prime was recolored to become [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys|Ultra Magnus]], Megatron received a new coat of paint as well: the black and brown color scheme of his ''Microchange'' progenitor, which had previously been used on the e-HOBBY exclusive &quot;Megatron Black Version&quot;.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Cybertron/UltraMagnus/ultramagnus.htm More information on Masterpiece Ultra Magnus at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MasterpieceMegs}}<br /> [[File:MP05 megatron.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|You will pay dearly for this. Literally and metaphorically...]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2007)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''MP-5'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon, energon mace, energy dagger, laser pistol, [[Kremzeek]] figure<br /> <br /> : Scaled to the same height as ''20th Anniversary'' Optimus Prime and designed in only twelve days by [[Hisashi Yuki]],&lt;ref name=&quot;mpmegsdev&quot;&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-masterpiece-47/takaratomy-staff-interview-hisashi-yuki-on-masterpiece-180888/ TakaraTomy Staff Interview - Hisashi Yuki on Masterpiece]: - I hear the first Masterpiece figure you created was MP-5 Megatron and you hold the fastest development record with it.<br /> [Yuki]: That is right. (*laughs) I was not assigned to be in charge of it initially, but due to the circumstance within the company I was unexpectedly handed down the project. The schedule came with it and I was stunned when I realised that I was only given 12 days, about 2 weeks...To make it worse, at the time of my receiving the task, even the product size wasn't decided. (*tears)&lt;/ref&gt; ''Masterpiece'' Megatron is an incredibly complex figure—potentially one of, if not ''the'', most complicated ''Transformers'' toys to date—designed to depict a fairly [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] Megatron capable of transforming into a realistic (if oversized) Walther P-38. In achieving this seemingly impossible goal, Megatron winds up with the least articulation of the ''Masterpiece'' line, as well as a notably low percentage of die-cast metal.<br /> <br /> : Like Prime before him, Megatron comes with several of his iconic accessories from the Generation 1 cartoon: his energon mace from &quot;More than Meets the Eye, Part 2&quot;, the energy dagger and laser pistol used in his duel against Prime in ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', and a tiny translucent [[Kremzeek]] figure. His fusion cannon also contains a powerful red LED activated when the round detailing on the side of his cannon is pressed. Unfortunately, Megatron lacks the extended-stock and silencer parts to complete his gun mode, leaving him as a standard pistol aside from the mounted-scope made from his Fusion Cannon.<br /> <br /> : Due to concern surrounding updated realistic toy gun laws, some online importers modified ''Masterpiece'' Megatron in order to safely get the toy through United States customs. This customarily involved inserting plugs into the tip of the toy's barrel, from rounded red ones affixed by adhesive to [[:File:HLJplug.jpg|flat-tipped yellow ones]] that could be easily removed. Ultimately, there were no reports of problems with the toy making its way into America, but Australia was another matter. Considered a replica gun and therefore a &quot;restricted import&quot; by Australian Customs, both mass shipments and individual packages of the toy were seized, requiring buyers in some areas to obtain a special permit to own him.<br /> <br /> : Given the relatively thin clips throughout the toy to hold it tightly together in gun mode, Megatron's plastic components are particularly prone to breakage, especially on the clips on the upper black grip plates and some of the silver sections near the trigger. Many owners of this figure have also reported rust and tarnish problems on what few metal pieces he has; if your Megatron is a sufferer, check out [http://seibertron.com/energonpub/viewtopic.php?t=16106 this guide] for solutions.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2007/Destron/MPMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Masterpiece Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP1B}}<br /> [[File:MPtoy eldedroid megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|... Don't suppose these are [[Megaplex#Collector's Edition|Megaplex]]es now, are they?]]<br /> *'''Convoy Black Ver.''' (2010)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''MP-1B'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :The version of Megatron included with this black redeco of Prime—representing a mass-produced [[Eldedroid]]—was much the same as the original accessory, but with dark metallic silver paint.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP4S}}<br /> [[File:MPtoy sleep mode megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now even ''more'' breakable!]]<br /> *'''Convoy Sleep Mode''' (2010)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''MP-4S'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :Just as [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#sleepmode|this release]] of Optimus Prime was recolored in the faded black and grey hues of he took on with his death in ''The Transformers: The Movie'', so too did his Megatron accessory get a movie-themed makeover: this Megatron is cast entirely in translucent purple plastics, evoking the scene of his transformation into Galvatron from the film, in which he is first reduced to a transparent purple wireframe model.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP13}}<br /> [[File:TRU Masterpiece Soundwave-MegatronGun.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' ([[2013]]-[[January 26|01-26]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-13'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :A [[repaint]] and [[retool]] of the Megatron gun originally included with MP-01 and his redecos, the '''Megatron gun''' included with [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|MP-13 Soundwave]] has been retooled in response to the breakage issues the original version suffered from. Both the sliding butt-end of the handle and the stock have been molded in hard plastic instead of the soft rubbery vinyl of the MP-01 version. A joint has been added to the stock connection point on the handle; for the joint in the stock itself, a straight pin has replaced the original rivet-style pin the softer plastic required. The stock itself no longer emulates the transforming accessory from the G1 toy, and instead features a smaller cylindrical shaft that more closely resembles the original U.N.C.L.E Special. In terms of deco, the minute red paint application on the scope is omitted.<br /> <br /> {{anchor|HasbroMasterpieceSoundwave}}<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (2013)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''MP-02'''<br /> **'''09 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :The [[Hasbro]] version of ''Masterpiece'' [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#HasbroMasterpiece|Soundwave]] also comes with the Megatron gun. It is seemingly unchanged.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP13B}}<br /> [[File:Megatron mp-13b.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Soundblaster''' ([[2014]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-13B'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :A [[repaint]] and [[retool]] of the Megatron gun originally included with MP-01 and his redecos, the '''Megatron gun''' included with [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|MP-13B Soundblaster]] features the same retooling as the version released with MP-13 Soundwave, although this time the pieces are cast in translucent red plastic. The only paint application is a silver Decepticon symbol. <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MasterpieceGoldMegs}}<br /> [[File:MasterpieceGoldMegs.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Does not come studded with Swarovski Elements]]<br /> *'''Megatron Gold Ver.''' (2014-12)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''MP-05G'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon, energon mace, energy dagger, laser pistol, [[Kremzeek]] figure, [[Reflector (G1)#MasterpieceGoldMegsReflector|Reflector]] figure<br /> <br /> : A gold-chrome redeco of the original MP-5 mold, Megatron Gold Version is a Hasbro Asia release under the TakaraTomy label (making it the first TakaraTomy Masterpiece to not be released, thus far, in Japan). It comes with all the same accessories as the original release as well as a new, non-transforming Reflector in camera mode.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP11SW}}<br /> *'''Skywarp''' ([[2015]]-01)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-11SW'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Scope, silencer, stock<br /> <br /> :The Asia only MP-11 version of [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Masterpiece11SW|Skywarp]] comes with the original MP-1 version of the Megatron gun.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP29}}<br /> *'''Destron Laserwave''' ([[2016]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-29'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Left and right fists, translucent right fist, gun barrel (opaque and translucent), saluting right hand (opaque and translucent), &quot;Laser Vulcan&quot;, stand, die-cast Megatron Gun accessory (Asia reissue) <br /> <br /> :When reissued by Hasbro Asia in 2016, ''Masterpiece'' Laserwave included a non-transforming diecast Megatron gun accessory which could be held by Laserwave. The accessory is similar, but not identical, to the Megatron gun included with MP-01/MP-13. Of particular note, the very detailed single-piece accessory is sculpted with the barrel extension and scope, but not the stock, and features the loop/swirl pattern found on the original toy's robot mode chest.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MP36}}<br /> [[File:TF-Masterpiece-MP-36-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|US/Australia import ban awaiting to happen.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' ([[2017]]-[[April 1|04-01]]/[[2018]]-[[January 27|01-27]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MP-36'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Fusion cannon/scope, stock, silencer, energon mace, jointed chain for mace, angry face, smiling face, neutral face, damaged face, chestplate, damaged chestplate, clone control helmet, energy dagger, laser pistol, [[Key to Vector Sigma]]<br /> <br /> :A completely new mold, this second version of Megatron transforms from a more accurate-looking and well-articulated robot mode into a more realistically-sized gun; those extra design goals make this figure's transformation even more challenging than the 2007 figure (and, really, anything else). He comes with the stock and silencer parts for the gun that the MP-5 mold was missing, which can be combined to create both the &quot;telescopic laser cannon&quot; and &quot;particle beam cannon&quot; arrays the pieces were capable of forming on the Generation 1 toy; the stock also transforms into a &quot;flight stand&quot; that can support the figure in mid-air. In addition to his &quot;regular&quot; face, Megatron has alternate angry and smiling faces, plus a fourth, damaged face that, together with an alternate damaged chestplate, replicates his injuries from ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]''. When his face is removed, it exposes a detailed recreation of the interior of his head as it was shown during the &quot;x-ray&quot; sequence in the film, when he was reformatted into Galvatron.<br /> <br /> :Like the previous ''Masterpiece'' figure, Megatron comes with the pistol and energy dagger used during his battle with Prime in the movie, and his energon mace from &quot;More than Meets the Eye, Part 2,&quot; which this time comes with a jointed plastic chain that allows the weapon to be posed dynamically, in addition to a regular, &quot;real&quot; chain. Finally, he also comes with a diecast Key to Vector Sigma from the [[The Key to Vector Sigma, Part 1|two]]-[[The Key to Vector Sigma, Part 2|part]] Generation 1 cartoon episode of the same name, and the clone control helmet he wore in &quot;[[A Prime Problem]].&quot;<br /> <br /> :Unfortunately, this figure is prone to paint damage on areas that scrape together during transformation. Significant care must be taken when covering the robot face with the chestplate (or you can just take the face off beforehand as a precaution). It is apparently impossible to attach the silencer without scraping some paint off the gun barrel. <br /> <br /> :When purchased in some non-Japanese online stores like BigBadToyStore, Megatron comes with an orange plug.<br /> {{note|DAMMIT!}}<br /> <br /> :On the other hand, Megatron also comes with a Collector Coin, if bought in Asian countries outside of Japan.<br /> <br /> :This figure was reissued by TakaraTomy on [[January 27]], [[2018]].<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|MP36Plus}}<br /> [[File:Masterpiece-MP-36+Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px| I have less accessories than the other one while being more nostalgic, I'm just as difficult to transform, but your money is in your hands right now, oh whatever shall you do?]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' ([[2018]]-[[December 29|12-29]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''MP-36+''' <br /> **''Accessories'': Fusion cannon/scope, stock, silencer, toy-accurate face, neutral face, angry face, smiling face, chestplate, cartoon-accurate chestplate<br /> {{Charstubtoys}}<br /> {{Comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Titanium Series==<br /> [[File:TitaniumGIJoeHeroesMegatron toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|THE BOX OF DOOM.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (6&quot; Cybertron Heroes, 2006)<br /> **''Accessories'': Stand with nameplate<br /> <br /> :Part of the very first wave of six-inch ''[[Titanium Series]]'' toys, Megatron was inspired by [[Dreamwave Productions]]' first ''[[Transformers/G.I. Joe]]'' comic book series, set in an alternate-reality World War II. Since the gun mode Megatron sported in that story was nonviable as a toy, this toy features a newly-designed tank alternate mode of made-up model. The backstory of the Megatron from the crossover, including references to Cobra, was retained on the package, make it the first U.S. figure ever produced as part of a ''G.I. Joe / [[Transformers brand|Transformers]]'' crossover.<br /> <br /> :Although the figure looks somewhat impressive, it notably has the tendency to fall apart during transformation, combined with loose joints, it was relatively difficult to pose in robot mode without it falling over, something that was entirely par for the course when it came to ''Titanium'' figures. It was known for being a shelfwarmer because of its poor quality, poor design, and poor paintjob, with many regarding it as one of the worst–if not ''the'' worst–Transformers toys ever.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/TitMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Titanium Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://www.yojoe.com/archive/actfig/tmegs/ Packaging images and text at YoJoe.com]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TiWarWithin}}<br /> [[File:Megatrontitaniumtww.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|THE... NAP OF DOOM?]]<br /> *'''War Within Megatron''' (6&quot; Cybertron Heroes, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories'': Arm cannon, shield, stand with nameplate<br /> <br /> :A new ''Titanium Series'' Megatron based on his [[Transformers: The War Within|''War Within'']] design was initially shown at [[BotCon 2006]], and was released in spring of 2007. Like the original comic book design, his robot mode has a removable arm cannon and shield. In contrast to his previous ''Titanium'' toy, this Megatron has a more posable robot mode, but a fairly unimpressive alternate mode with a transformation that consists of little more than lying the toy on its back and attaching the gun/shield. There is a small clip on the back of the toy which designer [[Don Figueroa]] said was to hold his sword, seen in the comic book, but that accessory was ultimately not produced.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2007/Decepticon/TitTWWMegatron/megatron.htm More information on War Within Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|WarWithin2pack}}<br /> [[File:Titanium war within 2pack.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|NAP OF DOOM ''IN'' A BOX.]]<br /> *'''War Within Optimus Prime vs. War Within Megatron''' (two-pack, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories'': Arm cannon, shield<br /> <br /> :This [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] [[exclusive]] ''Titanium'' two-pack includes the previously-released ''War Within'' Megatron and [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Titanium|Optimus Prime]] figures along with a copy of [[The War Within issue 5|''The War Within'' #5]] with an exclusive variant cover. Despite being mentioned in the joint [[instructions]] leaflet for the set, the display bases which came with the individual releases of the figures are not included.<br /> <br /> :As the mass retail release of the last waves of the ''Titanium'' &quot;Cybertron Heroes&quot; figures was delayed for several months, this two-pack release Megatron was initially more widely available than the individually-sold one. The pack itself was available in two variations: One version has the Optimus Prime figure more or less identical to its individual release, whereas the other one drops the additional black paint weathering, making him much cleaner-looking.<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Classics==<br /> {{anchor|Classics (2006)}}<br /> [[File:Megatronclassicstoy.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|Paint me black and give me to a kid, ASAP.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Voyager, 2006)<br /> <br /> :After years of tanks and jets, ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' Megatron finally found a way to take Megatron back to his root as a transforming gun, complete with a working crosshairs in his scope and a spring-loaded clicking trigger. Described on-package as a &quot;fusion blaster&quot;, Megatron's gun mode is apparently based on a [[:File:N-strike maverick.jpg|Nerf N-Strike Maverick blaster]], and decked out in a [[for safety reasons|safety-regulation-friendly]] color scheme consisting of lots of green and purple (in an apparent homage to his old ''Generation 2'' colors), plus bright orange on both the tip of the barrel and the scope. Years later, it would be discovered that, for currently unknown reasons, the bright color of this orange plastic would fade over time, even if not directly exposed to sunlight.<br /> <br /> :Early [[stock photography|official Hasbro photographs]], including those appearing on the toy's [[packaging]], show the gun mode's trigger and other small parts as being orange, those parts were gray in later stock photography and the final release. They also depict Megatron with noticeably different &quot;eyebrow&quot; [[paint operation]]s that matched those of the original Megatron toy, consisting of two small black triangles on his gray plastic forehead. The finished toy inverts this, painting most of his forehead black and leaving the triangles unpainted grey.<br /> <br /> :In a glaring example of poor [[quality control]], the back of the packaging reads &quot;working scope becomes anti-proton pulse ''[[canon]]''!&quot;&lt;ref name=&quot;canon&quot;&gt;[http://www.seibertron.com/transformers/toys/classics/megatron/928/2/20/ ''Classics'' Megatron's packaging misspells &quot;cannon&quot; as &quot;canon&quot;.]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> :''Classics'' Megatron was redecoed in Japan [[#Henkei! Henkei!|as part of]] the ''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]] Transformers'' line by [[TakaraTomy]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/ClassicsMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Classics Voyager Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|UltimateBattle}}<br /> [[File:Classicstoy ultimate battle megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Former Moonwalking extraordinaire.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: The Ultimate Battle''' (Deluxe versus set, 2006)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle<br /> : &quot;Ultimate Battle&quot; Megatron evokes his ''Generation 2'' form as a green tank. Like his pack-in partner, who has a spinning &quot;power punch&quot; action, Megatron features a similar &quot;spinning dervish action&quot; gimmick, his right arm ending not in a fist but a bladed polearm which whirls around with the press of a button at his shoulder. At best, it looks silly, but at worst, it comes off easily. He comes with a small rifle with a rather pointless flip-out stock extension. The very tip of his cannon is a detachable piece, and can become lost ''very'' easily.<br /> <br /> : Megatron is [[misassembly|misassembled]] in-package, with his feet swapped and attached backwards. Although not immediately noticeable due to the fact that [[:File:MegatronUltimateBattle.jpg|promotional]] and box-art photography also show this misassembly, any attempt to transform Megatron into tank mode immediately demonstrates the mistake, which is easily corrected by unscrewing his lower legs, reversing the foot pieces, and attaching each to the opposite leg (as has been done in the picture at right).<br /> <br /> :In the United States, Megatron was only available in a special two-pack with a similarly unique ''Classics'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Classics (2006)|Optimus Prime toy]], and the specially-produced &quot;[[Optimus Prime vs Megatron: The Ultimate Battle|The Ultimate Battle]]&quot; DVD (which is, inappropriately enough, entirely about the [[Unicron Trilogy]]). The two-pack (including the DVD) was also available as a [[Walmart]] [[exclusive]] &quot;Bonus Value&quot; version with two randomly selected members of the ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|Cybertron]]'' [[Giant Planet Mini-Con Team]], in the combinations [[Overcast (Cybertron)|Overcast]]/[[Longarm (Cybertron)|Longarm]], Overcast/[[Deepdive (Cybertron)|Deepdive]] and Deepdive/Longarm. International markets, including European countries, saw the two-pack in a considerably smaller, differently-shaped box that was lacking the DVD case (in the [[United Kingdom]] and the Netherlands, the DVD just came in a paper sleeve; in other European countries, it was instead made available separately). In addition, the two figures were also sold on [[#cardedultbattle|individual cardbacks]] in some countries (see below). For the United States market, the two-pack was [[rebranding|rebranded]] and [[#universeultbattle|re-released]] in the [[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|''Universe'']] line in 2007, and [[#2010ultimatebattle|again in 2011]] for the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'']] line.<br /> <br /> :Not initially released in Japan, this sculpt only got a TakaraTomy release six years later when it was redecoed into &quot;[[#UnitedTank|Tank Megatron]]&quot; for TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' toyline.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/ClassicsDVDMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Classics Deluxe Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|cardedultbattle}}<br /> [[File:Classicstoy ultimate battle megatron carded.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Deluxe, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle<br /> <br /> :The &quot;Ultimate Battle&quot; version of Megatron was also sold on his own in several countries, Mexico, Singapore, and some European countries including the [[United Kingdom]], the Netherlands, Hungary and also Russia. He is identical to the two-pack version, down to his misassembled feet.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Universe (2003)==<br /> {{anchor|universeultbattle}}[[File:Universetoy ultimate battle.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: The Ultimate Battle''' (multi-pack, 2007/2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Rifle<br /> <br /> :The &quot;Ultimate Battle&quot; two-pack, sans DVD, was [[rebranding|rebranded]] for inclusion in the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' toy line, and one was one of the last releases to come out of the line, several years after it had ceased regularly releasing figures. The set appeared in liquidation outlets like Big Lots! and Dollar General stores in Fall 2007, then later in [[KB Toys]] in Summer 2008. The figures remain identical to their previous releases, with Megatron's feet still coming assembled backwards.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Sports Label==<br /> [[File:Nikeatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Some idiots thought I was going to be life-sized! Fools! Foooools!!!]]<br /> *'''Megatron featuring Nike Free 7.0''' (2007)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''02'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers Sports Label|Sports Label]]'' Megatron is a retool of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Sports Label|''Sports Label'' Optimus Prime]], one of the strangest examples of licensed ''Transformers'' products in that he transforms into a ''shoe''. Something of a [[shellformer]], this baffling incarnation of Megatron is primarily black and silver in his alternate mode as a realistic-looking (if notably undersized) Nike Free 7.0 sneaker, complete with gratuitously long real fabric shoelaces (characterized as &quot;electrical discharge cables&quot; in his bio). In robot mode, he sports some additional red paint applications and a somewhat uniquely-shaped yet instantly recognizable Generation 1-inspired head. Also in this mode, Megatron's feet are sculpted in the likeness of his own sneaker mode, making it seem like he's wearing himself!<br /> <br /> :His gun splits into two halves and stores inside his [[kibble]] in shoe mode; an undocumented feature, it has two handle pegs on opposite sides, so that it can be held either at its far end or halfway along its length. The gun halves can also be plugged together in two different ways.<br /> <br /> :This mold might have been planned for a redeco into [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Sports Label|''Sports Label'' Starscream]], but that's a bit vague.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2007/Destron/SLMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Sports Label'' Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Encore==<br /> [[File:Encoretoy megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2007)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''02'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Silencer, stock, telescopic sight/fusion cannon, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, sword, 20 bullets<br /> <br /> :The original Generation 1 Megatron figure was reissued yet again in 2007 as part of TakaraTomy's new line of &quot;[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]&quot; reissues. Like previous reissues, this Megatron features the Hasbro colors and the accessories from both Hasbro and Takara editions of the figure, with the distinguishing new feature of a tan shade to both his gray plastic and his chrome.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Henkei! Henkei!==<br /> [[File:Henkeitoy megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Megatron's palette must be swapped... no matter the cost.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Voyager, 2008-[[March 13|03-13]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number:'' '''D-01'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Henkei! Henkei! Transformers (toyline)|Henkei! Henkei!]] Transformers'' Megatron is a redeco of the ''Classics'' version. Not bound by the safety regulations that necessitated ''Classics'' Megatron's more colorful appearance, ''Henkei'' Megatron features a significantly different color scheme of black, silver and red designed to make him resemble his original Generation 1 appearance, including translucent red plastic to replicate his classic cartoon &quot;Decepticon red&quot; eyes. All ''Henkei'' toys feature (somewhat randomly-applied) vacuum-metalized chrome parts; in Megatron's case, his chest plate and kneecaps are chromed silver.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2006/Decepticon/ClassicsMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Henkei Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Universe (2008)==<br /> {{anchor|2008legend}}[[File:Megatronlegend2008.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|His shoulders hurt too, buddy!]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2008)<br /> <br /> :A [[Legends Class]] version of Megatron inspired by his ''Generation 2'' tank design, although featuring a more realistic shade of green.<br /> :Sadly, because of his transformation, when transformed into tank mode his turret doesn't turn around. Some of Legends Class Megatron's transformation shares several similarities to his Generation 2 toy. <br /> <br /> :Although his first stock photography features a slightly long turret, the final product had it shortened.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/LegendsMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Universe Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|UniSpecEd}}<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Deluxe Class: Special Edition, 2008)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''SE-02'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Rifle<br /> [[File:Universe2008-toy SEMegatron.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Psst, my cannon shoots Nerf darts.&quot;]]<br /> :This &quot;Special Edition&quot; of Megatron is a redeco of the &quot;Ultimate Battle&quot; Megatron from ''Classics'', this time featuring a Generation 1-inspired deco of grays, red and black. This new deco takes advantage of the toy's mould break-up to add a fifth plastic colour (where the original only had four), dividing the parts which were dark grey on the original version between light grey, red and black plastic. Also marking this figure as a particularly &quot;special&quot; edition is the fact that it's the first release of the figure to assemble his feet the correct way around. Amusingly, his [[packaging]] [[stock photography]] depicts him as ''missing a part'': his cannon's detachable tip is missing, and the tip of the cannon's stub is painted red to somehow compensate for that.<br /> <br /> :Like all the figures in the small Special Edition line, Megatron was designed for Australasian markets and features a bookbox style packaging with black-and-white boxart, retailing at about 150% of the price for a normal deluxe outside of the United States. He was not available at retail in North America, but was for sale on Hasbrotoyshop.com, like the other Special Edition toys. Years later, Hasbro liquidated excess stock of the special edition figures through Marshall's stores and were sold for a fraction of the original prices.<br /> <br /> :Oddly enough, this Megatron and the three other Universe Special Edition toys were included in Taiwanese special value packs each containing a [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)/home video|''Revenge of the Fallen'' DVD]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2008/Decepticon/HTSMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Special Edition Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Alternity==<br /> [[File:Alternity Megatron Toy Blade Silver.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Behold, my Inertia Manipulating Device under my Skirt Armor!!!]]<br /> *'''Megatron Blade Silver''' (2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''A-02'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 &quot;tesseractal swords&quot;<br /> :The ''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' Megatron toy transforms into a 1:32 scale model of a Nissan 370Z and features die-cast metal parts and rubber tires. The figure wields two &quot;tesseractal swords&quot; which can be pegged at its hips, or stored under the car in vehicle mode. Each forearm features a flip-out &quot;gravital blade.&quot;<br /> <br /> : In the hyper-dimensional world of the oft-confusing ''Alternity'' fiction, each figure from this line represents a distinct version of a character from a separate [[universal stream]], but which precise Megatron the &quot;Blade Silver&quot; toy embodies has not been disclosed. Upon its initial release, this toy was also available in blue (see below), and later redecoed in a black variant as well. It was later redecoed into ''Alternity'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Alternity|Galvatron]].<br /> <br /> :[[:File:Alternity Megatron Cannon.jpg|Early concepts]] for ''Alternity'' showed him with the trademark fusion cannon rather than his twin swords, as well as a pronounced Decepticon [[insignia]] on his chest.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AlternityBlue}}<br /> [[File:Alternitytoy blue megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Megatron Premium Le Mans Blue''' (2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''A-02'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 &quot;tesseractal swords&quot;<br /> <br /> : &quot;Premium Le Mans Blue&quot; Megatron is a blue redeco of the &quot;Blade Silver&quot; version, representing the Megatron of [[universal stream]] [[BT World|Primax 903.0 Beta]]. The figure was available simultaneously with Megatron Blade Silver, sharing the same packaging and pack-in materials, save for the color of the illustration on the front of the box, and a sticker that identified the figure within. <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AlternityBlack}}<br /> [[File:Alternitytoy black megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Megatron Diamond Black''' (2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''A-02'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 &quot;tesseractal swords&quot;<br /> <br /> : Another redeco of ''Alternity'' Megatron, this time transforming into a black car with robot parts in red and gold, and specifically representing the Megatron of universal stream [[Primax 1286.3 Kappa]]. It was released several months after the first two Megatrons and featured a new package illustration.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==United==<br /> [[File:Unitedtoy cybertron megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Megatron Cybertron Mode''' (Deluxe, 2010-[[December 25|12-25]])<br /> **''ID number'': '''UN-04'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon/missile launcher, energy-blast missile<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' product, &quot;Cybertron Mode&quot; Megatron is a [[redeco]] of the [[Megatron (WFC)/toys#Generations|''War for Cybertron'' Megatron toy]], transforming into a Cybertronian self-propelled gun. The treads of his vehicle can be positioned in either a vertical configuration like a traditional tank or in a horizontal, hovertank configuration. Megatron's spring-loaded cannon can attach to either arm.<br /> <br /> :Megatron is cast in a deep dark metallic gray plastic rather than the light gray plastic of the Hasbro version. He also features a blood red metallic paint instead of the more traditional red used on the Hasbro version. Other notable differences include the Decepticon symbol upon his chest as well as lacking paint on the sliding mechanism within his fusion cannon.<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make [[Darkside Megatron]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|UnitedEarth}}<br /> [[File:United Megatron voyager toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|No, I didn't direct any of the ''Taken'' films!]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Voyager, 2010-12-25)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''UN-09'''<br /> <br /> :The second ''United'' Megatron (but still part of the first assortment) is a redeco of the Voyager Class mold from ''[[#Classics|Classics]]''/''[[#Henkei! Henkei!|Henkei!]]''.<br /> <br /> :This release of Megatron features an extensive silver paint job, as well as metallic crimson for details. This figure's deco is based on the G1 cartoon model, removing any extraneous painted details from the previous releases. The face and eyebrow crest are painted white, giving it an appearance very similar to the initial solicitations of ''Classics'' Megatron.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|UnitedTank}}<br /> [[File:Unitedtoy thunder megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Megatron rules!&quot; isn't written anywhere on my body, so doesn't that technically make me [[Archforce]]?]]<br /> *'''Tank Megatron''' (Deluxe, 2012-[[January 28|01-28]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''UN-25'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Rifle<br /> <br /> :Tank Megatron is the first Japanese release of the &quot;Ultimate Battle&quot; Megatron mold from ''Classics'', in a new color scheme paying homage to his [[#Hero|''Generation 2'' &quot;Hero&quot; deco]]. The connection is strengthened by the [[:File:United Megatron Rules.jpg|photo on the back of the packaging]], which depicts Megatron standing in a ruined, burning landscape, surrounded by over a dozen &quot;Megatron Rules&quot; signs.<br /> <br /> :Like the [[#UniSpecEd|''Universe'' Special Edition figure above]], Tank Megatron features correctly assembled feet. He was originally solicited as &quot;'''Thunder Megatron'''&quot;.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Transformers (2010)==<br /> {{anchor|2010Legend}}<br /> [[File:TF2010-toy Legends Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Safety first!]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Legends, 2011)<br /> <br /> :Part of the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' line's]] &quot;[[Reveal the Shield]]&quot; [[subline imprint]], this toy is based on Megatron's Generation 1 cartoon appearance (with a little inspiration from [[IDW Publishing|IDW]]'s ''[[The Transformers: All Hail Megatron|All Hail Megatron]]'' design around the abdomen), transforming into a variation on Megatron's original gun mode (referred to as a &quot;blaster&quot; on Hasbro's website). As he was part of Reveal the Shield, he has a [[rubsign]] on his chest.<br /> <br /> [[File:MP Acid Storm-Chronicle gun Megatron-Pull My Trigger.jpg|thumb|right|upright=0.85|To hell with safety!]]<br /> :In a fit of complete awesomeness, the figure is sculpted with notches in its handle that specifically allow the ''Masterpiece'' [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Masterpiece|Starscream]] mold to grip it. Additionally, the slightly thicker portion of the barrel closer to the main body can be held by the clip included with ''Masterpiece'' Starscream and attach to his jet mode. Unfortunately, Megatron can only be held vertically. <br /> <br /> :Despite his tiny size, Hasbro had to cast much of the gun (his arms, the barrel/fusion cannon, and the upper half of his torso) in orange plastic [[for safety reasons]] (Not helped to the fact that there are [https://io9.gizmodo.com/the-tiniest-cutest-guns-that-shoot-real-bullets-1683682859 functional small guns exist]). Official Hasbro [[stock photography|stock photos]] and early [[prototype|samples]] from China had the orange plastic on the barrel fully painted over in gray, yet the final toy leaves the end of the barrel unpainted.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/RTSMegatron/megatron.htm More information on &quot;Reveal the Shield&quot; Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|2010ultimatebattle}}<br /> [[File:TF2010toy ultimate battle.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''The Ultimate Battle''' (multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Rifle<br /> <br /> :Another [[rebranding|rebranded]] re-release of the ''Classics'' &quot;[[#Ultimate.2BBattle|Ultimate Battle]]&quot; set, again lacking the DVD and featuring [[misassembly|misassembled]] feet on Megatron. This particular release of the set was available as a &quot;shared exclusive&quot; between Dollar General stores and online retailer [[BigBadToyStore]]. This set was also available at Canadian Tire stores in [[Canada]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DollarLegends}}<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Legends Class, 2012)<br /> <br /> :A [[rebranding|rebranded]] version of ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Legends Class Megatron without changes (besides the packaging) was released as a &quot;Dollar Store&quot; exclusive (available at stores such as Dollar General and Big Lots) in generic 2010 ''Transformers'' packaging packaging alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#DollarLegends|Optimus Prime]], [[Starscream (G1)/toys#DollarLegends|Starscream]] and [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#DollarLegends|Bumblebee]].<br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Kre-O==<br /> [[Image:KreO Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> * '''Megatron''' (2011)<br /> **''Set number'': '''30688'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''310'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Megatron, [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Shockwave]], [[Specialist]], [[Police Officer]]<br /> **''Accessories'': Clip-on Megatron cannon<br /> <br /> : While the large brick-built Megatron in this ''[[Kre-O]]'' set is based on the [[Megatron (Movie)|live-action film Megatron]] in his ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)| Dark of the Moon]]'' body, the accompanying Megatron [[Kreon]] is very much a Generation 1 Megatron, at least from the neck down. The helmet is definitely a &quot;cleaner&quot; take on the movie-style helmet, but those [[tampograph]]s are a simplified version of the [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1|original Megatron toy]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Decepticon/Kre-OMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Custom}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy MegatronCustomKreon.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Gwilled, gwilled, gwilled, gwilled cheese, if you pwease.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Custom Kreon, 2013)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A6088'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''36'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Rack, clip-on Megatron cannon, bazooka, Cobra Commander pistol, wing-pack, claw attachment, double-bladed staff<br /> <br /> : Part of the first assortment of &quot;Custom Kreons&quot;, this version of Megatron comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. His [[tampograph]]s are much more heavily-detailed than the original Kreon, and his plastics have a slight metal-flake sheen. His &quot;normal&quot; helmet and arm cannon are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms and a wing-pack (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens), plus a buildable bazooka, a small pistol (originally [[Cobra Commander]]'s from the ''Kre-O [[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' series), a claw-attachment for his wrists, and a double-headed staff weapon.<br /> <br /> : The cross-sell advertisement from the back of the packaging features a bizarre error: [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Custom|Soundwave]] and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Custom|Starscream]] are mislabeled. Soundwave is labeled as Starscream, while Starscream is labeled as Megatron.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SDCC2014}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy MegatronC84.jpg|300px|thumb|Of course we take class pics on a bad helm day.]]<br /> *'''Kreon Class of 1984''' (Kreon figure set, 2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''B0090'''<br /> **''Voted'': Best Frenemies (With Starscream)<br /> **''Accessories'': Clip-on Megatron cannon<br /> <br /> : The [[Kreon Class of 1984]] version of Megatron is ''even more'' toy-based [[tampograph]]s than his prior versions, including his face detailing. Yes, it's a whole new tampograph layout. He's also mostly in metallic silver plastic, yet his helmet remains light flat gray.<br /> <br /> :He was only available in a pack of 30 Kreons dubbed the &quot;Kreon Class of 1984&quot;. This set was made for sale at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2014. Remaining stock was to be sold at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] online, only there ''was'' no remaining stock after the show.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BrickBox}}<br /> *'''Brick Box''' (2015)<br /> **''Set number'': '''B2961'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''88'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Megatron clip-on cannon<br /> <br /> : Sold only at discount chains like Family Dollar, this version of Megatron uses the new 2015 style of Kreon hips and torso, with a hollow hip-peg and a central post inside the torso for increased grip... which also makes them incompatible with about four years' worth of Kreons. He also features entirely new face and chest tampographs. So version number four of the same base design.<br /> <br /> : The set comes with two bags of Kre-O parts, one coming from the [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Kre-O|first-year Starscream kit]] (mostly all the small bits and landing gear), the other &quot;new&quot; with some basic bricks and plates. The set has no instructions, as it's just a box of bricks to make whatever with.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BattleChanger}}<br /> [[File:Kre-O-Battle-Changers-2-pack-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime VS Megatron''' (Battle Changers 2-pack, 2015)<br /> **''Set Number'': '''???'''<br /> **''Pieces'': ''198''<br /> <br /> :Available in a two pack set with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#BattleChangers2pack|Battle Changers Optimus Prime]], this Megatron is an entirely a new buildable toy, transforming from robot to tank without removing any parts. Megatron also features battle damage on his Kreon chest. <br /> <br /> :All of the 2015 ''Transformers Kre-O'' product was skipped by retailers in the US (at first), seeing release in Canada, Australia and various Asian markets. In late 2015, much of the line was finally released at discount in the US through TJ Maxx and Marshalls stores, including this set.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==G.I. Joe and the Transformers==<br /> [[File:JoevsTF megatron accessory.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|That's nice, but where's the [[Joey Slick]] figure?]]<br /> *'''Starscream Sky Striker (XP-21F)''' (San Diego Comic-Con exclusive, 2011)<br /> <br /> : Produced exclusively for [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, this redeco of the ''G.I. Joe'' [[Skystriker (vehicle)|Skystriker]] jet plane into [[Starscream (G1)/toys#G.I. Joe and the Transformers|Starscream]] colors comes with a 3.75&quot; [[Cobra Commander#G.I. Joe and the Transformers 2|Cobra Commander]] pilot figure, among whose accessories is a non-transforming gun mode Megatron.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|ClubCrossover}}<br /> [[File:ClubCrossoverExclusive.jpg|right|thumb|170px|&quot;What'sss thisss? A Megatron for antsssssssss????&quot;]]<br /> *''' G.I. Joe featuring Ninja Force and Transformers''' (Club crossover exclusive, 2016)<br /> : Legends Class ''[[Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' Megatron in G2 colors was included in a crossover set sold by [[Fun Publications]]. It's translucent so that the toy represents not Megatron himself, but a 3D hologram of the design schematics, thus giving a reason for why the toy is so small in relation to the [[Cobra Commander]], [[Scarlett]], [[Doctor Biggles-Jones]], [[Ratbat (G1)|Ratbat]] and [[Blackcat (G1)|Blackcat]] toys that are also included.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Chronicle==<br /> [[File:Chronicletoy ez megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection, 2011)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of the 2010 ''Transformers'' Legends Class Megatron was released in Japan as part of the ''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' EZ Collection line. Due to Japan's different gun laws, he is instead cast in gray plastic, with the barrel being fully painted. The gray paint on the aforementioned barrel is also darker and metallic, (instead of Hasbro's glossy light-gray paint) his red [[paint operation]]s are darker, and he replaces the rubsign with a full-color Decepticon symbol [[tampograph]]. This toy was only available [[Blindpacking|blindpacked]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|G1MovieMegatron}}<br /> [[File:Chronicletoy-CH02G1Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''G1 Megatron &amp; Movie Megatron''' (multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''CH02'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon, &quot;high-density infrared laser cannon&quot;, sword, 20 bullets<br /> <br /> :This reissue of the original Generation 1 Megatron toy comes in a two-pack with a redeco of ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Voyager Class [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Chronicle|Megatron]]. This version of Megatron is made to the specifications of the 1986 &quot;[[#GoodBye|Goodbye Megatron]]&quot; release, featuring red plastic (as opposed to the original Takara blue) but lacking any silver chrome, including his fusion cannon but not his stock and silencer, armed with his laser cannon and sword, and retaining his bullet-firing mechanism. Like most Megatron reissues, the toy features a slight variation in plastic colors from previous releases, this time giving him a darker warmer gray than normal. In a new twist, this version of Megatron features tampographed symbols on his chest and back. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|ChronicleEZHero}}<br /> [[File:Chronicletoy ez series2 megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77|[[Trukk not munky|Gunn not Tank]]!...no wait, tank is cooler.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection, 2011)<br /> <br /> :A [[redeco]] of the [[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]] [[Legends Class]] Megatron, this time inspired by his smaller ''Generation 2'' &quot;Hero&quot; tank design.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Generations==<br /> ===GDO===<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsVoyager}}<br /> [[File:GenerationsGDOtoy-Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|[[Bludgeon (RID 2001)|What goes around, comes around.]]]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' {{w|Katana}}, {{w|:Wakizashi|tanto}}<br /> : ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Megatron is an Asian market and Toys&quot;R&quot;Us-exclusive redeco/retool of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen:]] [[N.E.S.T. Global Alliance]]'' Voyager Class [[Bludgeon (ROTF)#Voyager|Bludgeon]], sporting a new, smiling head. Megatron transforms from a Japanese {{w|Type 90 Kyū-maru|Type 90}} tank into a samurai-esque robot mode. He features a flexible plastic sword which is made out of a portion of the barrel of the tank's main gun, as well as a smaller dagger. The dagger can be stored in a sheath which is revealed from inside the tank turret, and both blades can be slotted in holes provided on the robot mode's left hip guard. The larger sword has a peghole at the bottom of the hilt; though it is specifically designed to allow the dagger's handle to fit in the base to form a double-bladed weapon, it can also fit any other accessory that uses [[5mm post]]s. The post used to combine the swords remains unobstructed in vehicle mode, meaning you can attach the dagger to the end of Megatron's main tank cannon if you're feeling silly. He also has [[Mech Alive]] [[gimmick]]s in his thighs and turret: sculpted cylinders in his thighs rotate whenever his lower legs are rotated, and pulling his turret open makes a sculpted white &quot;disc&quot; at the center rotate while a scabbard for the tantō hinges over to the side and props itself up for use.<br /> <br /> :The vehicle mode is one of the very few Transformer tank toys with rubber components to its treads. Portions of the tread links can unlock, allowing them to hang from the robot mode, while the wheels of the treads are integrated separately into the robot mode form itself. The treads still do not function realistically; small plastic wheels on the underside of the treads help the tank mode roll, as is standard with nearly all Transformer tank toys. On the plus side, the tank turret can be rotated a full three-hundred sixty degrees, as can the purple machine gun that sits atop the turret. <br /> <br /> :Unlike the other uses of this mold, Megatron comes [[Packaging|packaged]] in robot mode holding his swords, with additional plastic and paper ties in the tray imperfectly holding his swords in position. Because they were packaged this way since they were shipped out of the factory, most Megatrons come with the swords being badly bent and warped ''in the box''. Fortunately, the swords' blades can be ''mostly'' straightened by leaving them sheathed in their hidden scabbards. Straightening their ''hilts'' is a different matter, though.<br /> <br /> :This toy suddenly popped up for ''preorder'' at BigBadToyStore in mid-2015, ''three whole years'' after its original release.<br /> <br /> : This version of the mold was also used to make ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[#Cloud|Megatron]], while the original version was redecoed into ''Transformers: [[Hunt for the Decepticons]]'' [[Banzaitron (TF 2010)|Banzaitron]], and differently retooled to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Overlord (Masterforce)#Timelines|Gigatron]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/GDOMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Generations'' Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{ROTFBludgeonMold}}<br /> <br /> ===Thrilling 30===<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsLegends}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-T30-LegendsMegatronChopShop.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Watch yer wallet, Megs.]]<br /> *'''Megatron &amp; Chop Shop''' (Legends Class, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''02 / #004'''<br /> <br /> :Part of the fourth wave of 2012-onwards ''Generations'' Legends Class toys, ''[[Thrilling 30]]'' Megatron is a new mold that is roughly the same size as a ''[[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]'' Commander Class toy. He transforms from a generic tank with rotating turret into a robot based on his [[Alex Milne]] pre-war design as seen in &quot;[[Chaos Theory Part 1]]&quot; from [[IDW Publishing|IDW]]'s ''[[The Transformers (IDW)|The Transformers]]'' ongoing series, and features [[5mm post|5mm-compatible]] ports for his hands and left forearm/turret roof. <br /> <br /> : He comes with [[Chop Shop (G1)#Generations|Chop Shop]], who can transform into a stag beetle, a robot, a weapon with a 5mm handle, and a mine plow that attaches to the front of Megatron’s tank mode. He features gearing that opens his pinchers when his legs are moved.<br /> <br /> :This mold also served as the basis of the non-toy ''[[Beast Wars: Uprising]]'' incarnation of [[Megatron (BW)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Megatron]] and was retooled into ''Generations [[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Legends Class [[Warpath (G1)#CWLegends|Warpath]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/GenLegMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Generations'' Legends Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Deluxe}}<br /> [[File:Generations IDW megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|And the fandom collectively soiled itself.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''02 / #003'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 wingtips (combine to form Fusion Cannon)<br /> <br /> :Part of the fifth wave of 2012-onwards ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, ''Thrilling 30'' Megatron is based on [[Don Figueroa]]'s stealth bomber design from the IDW Publishing ''[[Heart Like a Wheel|The Transformers]]'' ongoing series (which resembles a Northrop Grumman B-2 Spirit). In robot mode, his wingtips detach to combine and transform into his [[Fusion cannon#Deluxe|fusion cannon]] (although it's actually designed after the [[rail gun]] this body was equipped with in IDW's comics, but of course Hasbro couldn't call it ''that'' on a toy's packaging). The cannon can peg into 5mm ports on his hands and forearms. This design was actually taken from an official pitch without Figueroa's permission and with no compensation to the artist; a fact he was rather sore about.&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.seibertron.com/energonpub/don-figueroa-designed-idw-s-stealth-bomber-megatron-but-wasn-t-compensated--t96022s0.php &quot;So I read that this was being made into a toy? wow, and I thought only 3rd party companies take stuff without giving any notice, acknowledgement or compensation... FYI: hasbro nor idw solicited me to do this design, I did it on my own.&quot;]&lt;/ref&gt; <br /> <br /> :In the American release Megatron comes packed in with a copy of IDW's [[Spotlight: Megatron]], sporting a 'Hasbro Exclusive Cover' cropped from the [[Clayton Crain]] [[:File:Spotlight Megatron cvrRI.jpg|retailer incentive cover]]. In European and Canadian markets the figure was released without the Spotlight. <br /> <br /> :He was later retooled into ''Generations'' [[Dreadwing (G2)#Generations|Dreadwing]], ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Krok (G1)#Timelines|Krok]], and ''The Last Knight'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#TLKDeluxe|Megatron]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/GenMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Thrilling 30'' Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SDCCMetroplex}}<br /> *'''Metroplex''' (Titan Class, 2013)<br /> **'''01 OF 30'''<br /> <br /> : An [[exclusive]] version of Titan Class [[Metroplex (G1)#SDCC|Metroplex]] was made available at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2013. He comes with 12 small, non-transforming figurines of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#SDCCMetroplex|Orion Pax]], Megatron, [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#SDCCMetroplex|Bumblebee]], [[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#SDCCMetroplex|Thundercracker]], [[Trailbreaker (G1)/toys#SDCCMetroplex|Trailcutter]], and [[Hoist (G1)#SDCCMetroplex|Hoist]], all in both modes. The figurines are based on their Thrilling 30 ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, and similarly to [[Decoy]]s, the Autobot figurines are cast in red plastic, and the Decepticons in purple.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|HKACGCONMetroplex}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-T30-Metroplex-Megatron-HKACGCON.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I... can't... move...]]<br /> *'''Metroplex''' (Titan Class, 2013)<br /> **'''05 OF 30'''<br /> <br /> : Another exclusive version of Titan Class [[Metroplex (G1)#HKACGCON|Metroplex]] was made available at [[Hong Kong ACG-CON]] 2013. This Metroplex also has the 12 figurines of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#HKACGCONMetroplex|Orion Pax]], Megatron, [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#HKACGCONMetroplex|Bumblebee]], [[Thundercracker (G1)/toys#HKACGCONMetroplex|Thundercracker]], [[Trailbreaker (G1)#HKACGCONMetroplex|Trailcutter]], and [[Hoist (G1)#HKACGCONMetroplex|Hoist]], but casts the Autobot figurines in gold plastic, and the Decepticons in silver. <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|VSOrionPax}}<br /> [[File:TF-Generation-JP-TG25-Megatronus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Orion Pax VS Megatronus''' (Multi-pack, 2013-[[October 26|10-26]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''TG-25'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 wingtips (combine to form cannon)<br /> <br /> : Released in the Japanese ''Generations'' lineup, Megatronus is a redeco of ''Generations'' Deluxe Megatron in a darker shade of black, replacing the previously purple parts with more black and rendering the translucent plastic cannon a shade of red. Megatronus features extensive paint details, including purple lining inside the grooves on his head, shoulders, and knees, silver paint on his legs and engines and red eyes. He was only available in a two-pack with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#VSMegatronus|Orion Pax]].<br /> <br /> : This toy is meant to depict Megatron as he was before the war broke out, hence the name, which originated as a pre-war name for [[Megatron (WFC)|Aligned continuity Megatron]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MegatronStarscream2pack}}<br /> [[File:TTGenerationsTG28MegatronChopShop.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|BURRITOOOS!!!!]]<br /> *'''Megatron &amp; Starscream''' (Multi-pack, 2013-[[December 28|12-28]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG28'''<br /> <br /> : The Japanese release of Legends Class Megatron is cast in his traditional gray, black, and red color scheme and features extensive metallic silver paint. He and Chop Shop were only available in a two-pack with [[Starscream (G1)/toys#MegatronStarscream2pack|Starscream]] and [[Waspinator (BW)/toys#MegatronStarscream2pack|Waspinator]].<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Combiner Wars===<br /> {{anchor|Leader}}<br /> [[File:LeaderMegatron2015.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.95|&quot;What? No, of course I don't have an Autobot insignia! [[...And the Damage Done: Dark Cybertron Finale|Why would you think that?&quot;]]]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Leader Class, 2015)<br /> **''Accessories'': Two guns (combine to form rifle), missile<br /> <br /> :Part of the first wave of 2015 ''Generations [[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Leader Class toys, Megatron transforms from a robot heavily inspired by his Generation 1 animation model into a tank featuring working treads. He includes a sticker sheet featuring two each of Decepticon and Autobot [[insignia]] (the latter in reference to IDW's ''[[The Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More than Meets the Eye]]''), plus stickers intended to replicate those on the original Megatron toy's chest and fusion cannon. Megatron also comes packaged with a collector's card featuring art from the initial release of the ''[[Transformers Legends (mobile game)|Transformers Legends]]'' mobile game. His box-back bio bears a superficial similarity to our wiki's article on [[Megatron (WFC)|another Megatron]]. He features a spark chamber hatch which is sculpted in likeness to the one seen in &quot;[[Master Blaster]]&quot;. In a feature that goes undocumented in Megatron's instructions, his two guns can store underneath the rear of his alternate mode. Although the website description &amp; the package billed the transformation as &quot;15 steps&quot;, the toy actually has ''10'' steps.<br /> <br /> :Although the toy is depicted in robot mode shots as positioning the cannon with the missile-firing tip forward, it can be flipped around on a pinned swivel to better resemble the classic-styled fusion cannon, although this causes some clearance issues with the arm itself due to the fact the pinned swivel means the cannon cannot be physically removed. Megatron's knee articulation is also greatly restricted, which combined with his lack of ankle joints can make getting him to stand up quite difficult, let alone posing him.<br /> <br /> :Select aspects of this design, such as the leg-mounted treads, the general transformation sequence and the tank alt-mode, were used to represent G1 Megatron in ''[[Transformers: Devastation]]''. The toy meanwhile was retooled into [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#Generations|''Armada'' Megatron]], which was released at the same time.<br /> <br /> ::*[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Decepticon/CWMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Combiner Wars'' Megatron at TFU.info]<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SingaporeTRULeader}}<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Lucky Draw Leader, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories'': Two guns (combine to form rifle), missile<br /> <br /> :Released as a contest prize for Toys R' Us Singapore, this ''Combiner Wars'' Leader Class Megatron is a redeco of the Leader Class toy above, featuring chrome (if by chrome, it means ''metallic'') silver and red paint on his paintable silver and red plastic parts (which includes neutering the light-up gimmick). The figure can be obtained by spending $600 worth of Transformers products only with their Star Card. The contest ran in March 1st till 31st. <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DoublePretender}}<br /> [[File:TFSS-5.0-Double-Pretender-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;[[Jason Marnocha|Fifty years I was alone... And when I'm finally saved from that loneliness, all I find is horror... In this form, I am powerless; doomed to witness these atrocities. I need a body...I WILL have a body!]]&quot;]]<br /> *'''Double Pretender Megatron''' (TFSS 5.0, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Pretender Shell, Sword for Pretender Shell, Rifle for Pretender Shell, [[Spacewarp#Generations|Spacewarp]] Mini-Con, Joint piece for Spacewarp<br /> <br /> :Released as a part of the [[Transformers Figure Subscription Service#5.0 (2016)|Figure Subscription Service 5.0]], Megatron is a redeco of his [[#Thrilling 30|Legends Class toy]], with his coloration based on his canceled ''Generation 2'' [[#CombatHero|&quot;arctic-camo&quot; Combat Hero Megatron toy]]. He also comes with [[Spacewarp#Generations|Spacewarp]] (a redeco of [[Blast Master#Generations|''Generations'' Payload]]) and his Pretender shell, which is redecoed from [[Grand Maximus#Super-God Masterforce|Grand Maximus]]'s. Double Pretender Megatron also comes with a joint piece for Spacewarp to let her fit in the shell along with Megatron. This joint piece is sculpted to resemble the large chromed laser cannon that the original G1 Megatron toy came with. His Pretender shell weapons are black repaints of ''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' [[Sentinel Prime (G1)#Generations|Sentinel Prime's rifle]] and Voyager Class [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#TitansReturnVoyager|Optimus Prime's sword]].<br /> <br /> :Megatron and Spacewarp were released alongside [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#DoublePretender|Double Pretender Optimus Prime]] and [[Hi-Q#Combiner Wars|Hi-Q]].<br /> <br /> :There are two ways to make Megatron and Spacewarp fit into the shell:<br /> ::1. [https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/857749521190801409 Fiddle the Megatron figure into a different position, and insert the joint piece on his chest to allow Spacewarp to attach on it].<br /> ::2. If the joint piece doesn't work due to its tolerance, [https://twitter.com/JesseWittenrich/status/857749905867251712 rearrange Megatron in a slightly different position, and peg Spacewarp into Megatron's arm.]<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyber Series===<br /> [[File:Generations-Cyber-Battalion-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He may have rocket launchers in his feet, but that doesn't mean he has mistletoe.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Cyber Battalion, 2015)<br /> <br /> :Part of the first and only assortment of ''Generations'' Cyber Series figures, Megatron is a Voyager-sized figure and transforms into a futuristic tank with a [[transformation|transformation scheme]] that borrows much of its engineering from the [[#Universe (2008)|''Universe'' G2 Legends Class Megatron]] from 2008 though does have some unique steps. His large fusion cannon can be held in his fist or mounted on his arm as any classic representation of Megatron would. <br /> <br /> :The Cyber Series as a whole is pretty hard to come by. This figure along with the others were available in limited quantities from online retailer BigBadToyStore.com, though other than that they haven't hit mass retail anywhere besides Asia and Latin America.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Titans Return===<br /> [[File:TF-Generations-Titans-Return-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Blitzwing who? I'm just a Megatron who happens to turn into a tank ''and'' a jet. All the cool [[Megatron (disambiguation)|Megatron]]s are doing it!]]<br /> *'''Doomshot &amp; Megatron''' (Voyager Class, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories'': Fusion Cannon, Rifle, Doomshot Titan Master<br /> <br /> :''[[Titans Return (toyline)|Titans Return]]'' Megatron is a new mold which transforms from robot to tank to plane reminiscent of his [[#Machine Wars|''Machine Wars'' counterpart]] and back. Megatron comes with [[Doomshot#Generations|Doomshot]], a [[Titan Master]] who becomes his head. The G1 toy-accurate 'scrollwork' details on his chest and all Decepticon insignias (on his robot mode chest, jet nosecone, and tank tread cowling) are chrome-backed, factory-applied, low-quality stickers which are notoriously prone to peeling off at the slightest disturbance. As their chrome-backed nature clashes heavily with Megatron's otherwise unpainted torso, replacing them is recommended. His wing stickers are similarly metallic, but appear to adhere better and clash less with the figure's overall aesthetic. <br /> <br /> :The fusion cannon is shown in stock renders to be solid black, while the final one is light grey plastic dipped in black paint with the posts left bare. His dark-grey plastic is nowhere near as dark as the stock renders shows, though it is still darker than the light-grey plastic.<br /> <br /> :Like all Voyager Class ''Titans Return'' figures, he has a pair of pop-up parts to fill in the area around his head; in this case, a pair of missile racks. However, those parts heavily restrict his neck articulation when deployed; unlike many others in his size class, his chest does not contain a pivoting assembly for better range of movement. Due to the nature of his transformation, it is possible to transform Megatron into tank mode without removing his head.<br /> <br /> :His fusion cannon can plug into the short barrel of the tank turret or the rifle/Titan Master vehicle weapon. In an undocumented additional feature, the rifle can be inserted into the front end of the fusion cannon. The fusion cannon can be mounted on his forearm or held by any figure with 5mm hands. It also has a peg hole that an accessory such as his rifle can plug into, with extra square peg holes specifically to hold the rifle in place.<br /> <br /> :The instructions for robot-to-tank transformation suggest that you move his robot mode chestplate downwards into the collapsed jet position. It appears to have a clearance issue, with the chest protruding too far; leaving it in robot mode position will ensure there are no clearance issues. However, the chest ''can'' be made to fit better by putting it into position before transforming the treads, preventing the tread panels from getting in the way. Also in some copies of the toy, Megatron's left and right leg panels will randomly pop and stick out. This is especially prominent in tank and jet mode. <br /> <br /> :Unsurprisingly, this mold was retooled into [[Blitzwing (G1)/toys#Titans Return|Blitzwing]], and redecoed into ''[[Street Fighter II × Transformers]]'' [[Vega#Toys|Vega]]. Megatron would have been redecoed/retooled into [[Gutcruncher (G1)|Gutcruncher]] with a new Titan Master face for Doomshot as part of the &quot;Action on Hydrus Four&quot; boxset for BotCon 2017 that never came to be.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Platinum Edition===<br /> [[File:TF-Platinum-Edition-OsS-OsF-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|An official Red Ryder carbine-action, two-hundred-shot range-model air rifle.]]<br /> *'''One Shall Stand, One Shall Fall''' (2-pack, 2016)<br /> :Part of Hasbro's ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' offerings for 2016 intended to commemorate the 30th anniversary of ''[[The Transformers: The Movie]]'', this Megatron is another redeco of the ''Classics'' Voyager toy. Megatron features a new and significantly different deco for the sake of [[for safety reasons|gun safety laws]]. The sides of his gun mode are entirely cast in clear red plastic, his arms are a different shade of red plastic and there is red paint on the legs as well–in addition to the bright orange parts on both the tip of the barrel and the scope, just like the ''Classics'' figure. Whether by design or by accident, his deco strongly resembles the [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive [[Nerf]] &quot;[http://nerf.wikia.com/wiki/Sonic_FIRE Sonic Fire]&quot; color scheme.<br /> <br /> :''Platinum Edition'' Megatron was only available as part of a 2-pack with [[Optimus_Prime_(G1)/toys#StandFall|Optimus Prime]], named &quot;One Shall Stand, One Shall Fall&quot; after Prime's famous line in the movie. In the United States and Canada, this set was officially released as an [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive. It was also available in several of Hasbro's Asian markets (namely 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 Myer stores, whereas in the United Kingdom, it was both sold at [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] stores and available via Tesco's website (but never found in stores). Surprisingly, it was (and still is) a common find in Brazilian online stores.<br /> <br /> ::*[http://www.tfu.info/2016/Decepticon/PlatinumMegatron/megatron.htm More information on ''Platinum Edition'' One Shall Stand, One Shall Fall Megatron at TFU.info]<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Alt-Modes===<br /> [[File:Alt-Modes Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Starscream shall pay for this!]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Alt-Modes, 2016)<br /> :''[[Alt-Modes]]'' Megatron is a super deformed toy whose body transforms into a tank when the Decepticon faction symbol on his head is flipped. He was [[Blindpacking|blind-boxed]] and available in all three cases of the first collection.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===War for Cybertron: Siege===<br /> [[File:WFCS-Voyager-Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Voyager Class, [[2018]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''WFC-S12'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''SG-13'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[March 30]], [[2019]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;D50-R35 Fusion Cannon,&quot; &quot;HPR Telescopic Laserstrike Launcher&quot; (combines to form &quot;NFM Particle Beam Megalauncher&quot;)<br /> :''[[War for Cybertron: Siege (toyline)|Siege]]'' Megatron transforms from a G1 cartoon-esque robot to a Cybertronian tank and back! He is armed with 2 weapons compatible with the [[C.O.M.B.A.T. System]], one of which is his trademark [[fusion cannon]] called the &quot;D50-R35 Fusion Cannon.&quot; The other is the &quot;HPR Telescopic Laserstrike Launcher,&quot; with two symmetrical blades facing the opposite direction, and can transform into a large sword resembling the sword included in the Takara release of the [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 1|original G1 toy]] and can be stored on his back. It can also be mounted on his back to resemble the gun barrel on the original cartoon model's back. Both can combine into the insanely large &quot;NFM Particle Beam Megalauncher,&quot; which is meant to be held in his hands or over his head. Like his contemporaries in the ''Siege'' toyline, Megatron features 'battle damage' paint applications all over his head, chest, and legs.<br /> <br /> :There is a message written in [[Cybertronian language|Cybertronian letters]] on Megatron's box art, which reads &quot;RISE FROM THE SHADOWS&quot;.<br /> <br /> :Amusingly, the first TakaraTomy (and later, Hasbro's secondary) stock photos of his robot mode depict him wielding the fusion cannon like a handheld weapon.<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Bot Shots==<br /> [[Image:Bot Shots S1 BP004 Megatron.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''Nemesis Prime / Megatron / Acid Storm''' (Multi-pack, 2012)<br /> **''Series'': '''1'''<br /> **''Number'': '''BP004'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''170'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''820'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''625'''<br /> <br /> :Part of the first wave of ''[[Bot Shots (toyline)|Bot Shots]]'' Series 1 three-packs, Megatron is a teeny tank that borrows some elements from both the ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (franchise)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Megatron designs. He has [[Autotransformation|a spring-loaded automatic transformation]] to robot mode triggered when his front is pressed, and has a &quot;spinner&quot; in his chest that shows his three attack types and power levels. <br /> <br /> :He comes with [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]] and [[Acid Storm (G1)|Super Bot Acid Storm]]. He shares parts with [[Brawl (Movie)#Bot Shots|Decepticon Brawl]] and [[Shockwave (Movie)#Bot Shots|Shockwave]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BS3pkMegatron/megatron.htm More information on 3-pack Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BotShotLauncher}}<br /> [[Image:BStoy-MegatronLauncher.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''Megatron Launcher''' (Launcher, 2012)<br /> **''Series'': '''1'''<br /> **''Number'': '''BL002'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''530'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''900'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''210'''<br /> <br /> :Part of the first wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 Launchers, this is a [[redeco]] of the ''Bot Shots'' tank Megatron mold in bronze. He comes with a large &quot;trailer&quot; tank body extension that transforms into a battle station with flip-out cannons and a launching mechanism. The large, main cannon on the launcher has detailing reminiscent of the original [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s [[fusion cannon]], such as the &quot;dials&quot; on the sides.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSLMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Launcher Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BotShotSuperBot}}<br /> [[Image:Bot_Shots_Super_Bot_Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2012)<br /> **''Series'': '''1'''<br /> **''Number'': '''Super Bot 003'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''285'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''465'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''870'''<br /> <br /> :Part of the third wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 single-packs, &quot;Super Bot&quot; Megatron transforms into a semi-truck with trailer, taking inspiration from the ''[[Kre-O]]'' and ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]]'' Megatrons. As a Super Bot, he has more lopsided stats (sorta), and was [[Shortpacking|shortpacked]] one per case.<br /> <br /> :This mold was redecoed into [[Motormaster (G1)|Motorbreath]]. He shares parts with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Bot Shots|Optimus Prime]] and Nemesis Prime.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSSBMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Super Bot Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BotShotBattleForMatrix}}<br /> [[Image:BStoy-BattlefortheMatrix-LauncherMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Battle for the Matrix''' (Multi-pack, 2012)<br /> **''Series'': '''1'''<br /> **''Number'': '''UB003'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''875'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''330'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''415'''<br /> <br /> : This redeco of the tank version of Megatron is cast in a warmer, non-metallic shade of black, with bronze details, a brighter silver face, and brighter red eyes. He comes with a redeco of his launcher, also in black, bronze, and silver.<br /> <br /> : The set also comes with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Optimus Prime with his launcher]], [[Brawl (Movie)#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Decepticon Brawl]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#BotShotBattleForMatrix|Bumblebee]], and a [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Bot Shots|Matrix]] prize.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSBFTMMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Battle for the Matrix Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BotShotTruck}}<br /> [[Image:BStoy-CybertruckMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Megatron doesn't ''need'' your puny windshields.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2012)<br /> **''Series'': '''1'''<br /> **''Number'': '''B018'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''800'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''520'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''300'''<br /> <br /> :Part of the fifth wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 1 single-packs, this Megatron is a redeco of Super Bot Megatron in opaque plastics and with a painted &quot;tanker&quot; trailer section. The online Bot Shots checklist refers to this toy as &quot;Megatron Cybertruck&quot;, a name not found on the packaging.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/BSB018Megatron/megatron.htm More information on &quot;Cybertruck&quot; Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DragonTrack}}<br /> [[File:BotShots Dragon Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Infused with the power of DORK Energon.]]<br /> *'''Dragon Track''' (Playset, 2013)<br /> **''Series'': '''2'''<br /> **''Number'': '''UB002'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''480'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''735'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''405'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Launcher<br /> <br /> :Available only with the Dragon Track set, this version of Megatron is a new Flip Shot mold, changing into a purple jet with animalistic styling on its nose, and featuring a robot mode that's inspired more by ''[[Transformers: Prime (franchise)|Prime]]'' Megatron. An impact to the front of the jet will cause Megatron to flip back into robot mode. He comes with a launcher that can be connected to the track, as well as [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#DragonTrack|Flip Shot Optimus Prime and his launcher]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSDTMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Dragon Track Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FireAssaultTeam}}<br /> [[File:BotShots FireAssault Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|&quot;I—I stayed out in the sun too long, okay!?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Fire Assault Team''' (Multi-pack, 2013)<br /> **''Series'': '''2'''<br /> **''Number'': '''T016'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''290'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''86?'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''462'''<br /> <br /> :A redeco of the original Megatron mold in red and orange, this version of Megatron was available in a five-pack with similar redecos of [[Shockwave (Movie)#FireAssaultTeam|Shockwave]], [[Starscream (G1)/toys#FireAssaultTeam|Starscream]], [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#FireAssaultTeam|Barricade]], and [[Lockdown (ROTF)#FireAssaultTeam|Lockdown]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSDFAMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Fire Assault Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SpinShot}}<br /> [[File:BStoy-SpinShotMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|At least, we think it's a car.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2013)<br /> **''Series'': '''2'''<br /> **''Number'': '''B008'''<br /> ***''Fist strength'': '''725'''<br /> ***''Blaster strength'': '''220'''<br /> ***''Sword strength'': '''675'''<br /> <br /> :Part of the third wave of ''Bot Shots'' Series 2 single-packs, this new-mold Megatron transforms into a vaguely-animalistic black-and-silver car with wings, and with a robot mode that's also inspired by ''Prime'' Megatron. As a Spin Shot, one manually winds up his upper body beforehand when transforming him into vehicle mode, where striking the front of the vehicle will cause him to burst open and spin while auto-transforming.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/BSSSMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Spin Shot Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==BeCool==<br /> [[File:BeCool TankLorry.jpg|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''Tank Lorry (Megatron)''' (2013)<br /> **''ID number'': '''B18'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Bot Shots (toyline)#BeCool|BeCool]]'' &quot;Tank Lorry&quot; is a redeco of the ''Bot Shots'' truck [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#BotShotSuperBot|Megatron]] mold in orange with metallic silver paint on his head, chest, windshield and tanker section. Instead of game stats, the stickers in his chest spinner feature drawings of his vehicle mode, a gas pump and the {{w|kanji}} for &quot;danger&quot; (危).<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|HyperTank}}<br /> [[File:BotShots_BeCool_HyperTankBaseMegatron.jpg|thumb|300px|In Japan, it's Megatron who gets ''[[Brawl (Movie)#BotShotBattleForMatrix|ANGRY]]''.]]<br /> *'''Hyper Tank and Hyper Tank Base (Megatron)''' (2013)<br /> **''ID number'': '''BS04'''<br /> <br /> :&quot;Hyper Tank&quot; is a redeco of the tank [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Bot_Shots|Megatron]] mold in bright green that comes with the Hyper Tank Base, a dark green and bronze redeco of the Megatron Launcher. His chest stickers now display pictures of the launcher in base mode, Megatron pulling it in trailer mode, and a compass, and he also comes with an additional sticker sheet for decorating the trailer.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==EZ Collection Gum==<br /> [[File:EZ-colle-gum-G2-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I have been mistransformed? STARSCREAM!!]]<br /> {{anchor|EZCollectionGum}}<br /> *'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection Gum, 2012)<br /> **''Release Date'': 2012-[[July 30|07-30]]<br /> **''ID Number'': '''4'''<br /> <br /> :Part of the new EZ Collection Gum made by TakaraTomy A.R.T.S., This Megatron is a metallic redeco of the Universe Legends Class Megatron toy. While the purple plastic is painted with metallic purple, the paint applications are identical to the [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Chronicle|Chronicle toy]]. As per the toyline's name, he comes with a yellow candy-shelled piece of lemony-flavored gum. <br /> <br /> :His alt mode stock photo is mistransformed: the arms are not folded up to form his tank turret.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==GT==<br /> *'''GT-R Megatron''' ([[2013]]-[[July 27|07-27]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''GT-03'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;EX. Cannon&quot;, [[Noa]] race queen figure<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers GT: Mission GT-R (franchise)|Transformers GT]]'' GT-R Megatron is a heavy retool of the ''[[Transformers: Alternity|Alternity]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Alternity|Convoy]] toy, transforming into a 1:32 scale replica of the S Road REITO MOLA GT-R race car used by [http://www.mola-international.co.jp/mola.cgi?field=%E3%83%A2%E3%83%BC%E3%82%BF%E3%83%BC%E3%82%B9%E3%83%9D%E3%83%BC%E3%83%84%3C%3E%E3%83%81%E3%83%BC%E3%83%A0%E4%BD%93%E5%88%B6 MOLA] in the {{w|Super GT}} racing championship series. He features die-cast metal parts, an opening hood, trunk and doors, as well as an interior, complete with his feet and thighs being sculpted to form the back seats. His armaments include flip-out non-firing blasters on his arms as well as a handheld gun called the EX. Cannon, a weapon designed to resemble the fire extinguishers used at races. Like all ''GT'' toys, Megatron also comes with a [[GT Sister]], a poseable human figure themed after a {{w|race queen}}, his partner being a lady named Noa.<br /> <br /> : This mold was also used, with different heads and accessories, to make the other ''Transformers GT'' toys: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#GT|GT-R Prime]], [[Star Saber (Victory)#GT|GT-R Saber]], and [[Fortress Maximus (G1)#GT|GT-R Maximus]].<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Nike==<br /> [[File:NikeMegatronRises.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.95|''&quot;Peace through touchdowns.&quot;'']]<br /> *'''Calvin Johnson Megatron''' (2013)<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 wings (combine to form fusion cannon), football<br /> :Calvin Johnson Megatron was available with the purchase of {{w|Nike, Inc.|Nike}}'s CJ81 Megatron Trainer Max, inspired by American football player {{w|Calvin Johnson}}, who is [[Megatron (human)|nicknamed]] after the Decepticon leader. A redeco of his ''Generations Thrilling 30'' Deluxe Class toy, Megatron transforms from robot to stealth bomber, with his wings detaching to form a fusion cannon in robot mode. He features Johnson's signature printed on his chest, and also includes an American football accessory redecoed from the one included with Red Dog in the 2011 ''[[G.I. Joe (franchise)|G.I. Joe]]'' &quot;Slaughter's Marauders Battle Set&quot; which Megatron is totally incapable of actually holding, though since the ball has a divot carved in one side it can be neatly pegged onto the two prongs on the ends of his forearms- though it's certainly not intended to.{{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Megatron Rises 3-Pack''' (2013)<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 wings (combine to form fusion cannon), football<br /> :The Calvin Johnson Megatron figure was also available in the &quot;Megatron Rising 3-Pack&quot;, which includes three pairs of Megatron-themed shoes: the Nike CJ81 Megatron Trainer Max, the Megatron Nike Air Trainer SC II, and the Nike CJ81 Megatron Elite TD Cleat, the last of which is exclusive to the pack. The pack was limited to 81 pieces, in reference to Johnson's shirt number, and available only from Nike's 21 Mercer Street store in [[New York City]], select Nike Yardline stores, and Nike.com.{{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Construct-Bots==<br /> [[File:Megatron Construct-Bots.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Elite Class, 2013)<br /> : Megatron transforms into a wheeled tank-like vehicle. He includes the same parts as the Ultimate Class figure however his armor is translucent purple plastic and he features numerous paint differences. He includes giant red swords, blasters, and a projectile-launching gun.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ConstructBots 2pack Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron''' (Ultimate Class, 2013)<br /> : Megatron's Elite Class toy was packed alongside his eternal nemesis [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Construct-Bots|Optimus Prime]]. This version is identical to his Elite-Class single release in construction, but this version features a more Generation 1-based paint scheme. He retains the gimmickry of the Elite-Class version but also includes a myriad of extra parts; enough to switch his alternate form from a tank to a jet if one were so inclined.<br /> <br /> :Megatron's blaster was later redeco/reused for [[Thundercracker_(G1)/toys#Construct-Bots|Thundercracker]] and one of ''Timelines'' [[Oilmaster#Timelines|Oilmaster]]'s weapons.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Hero Mashers==<br /> [[File:HeroMashers_Megatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|I will destroy Optimus Prime! Then use his arm as a back scratcher!]]<br /> <br /> *'''Megatron''' (Battle Upgrade, 2014)<br /> **''Pieces: '''14'''<br /> : Part of the first wave of battle upgrade Hero Mashers toys, Megatron is a non-transforming robot who is chock full of weaponry. He includes an Energon flail, a ''massive'' projectile launching fusion cannon, and a backpack with removable missile packs. His parts can be removed and swapped out with any other Hero Mashers toy.<br /> <br /> :He also includes [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Hero Mashers|Skywarp]]'s arm which is a repaint of [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Hero Mashers|Starscream]]'s.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/HMMegatron/megatron.htm More information on Megatron at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Cloud==<br /> [[File:Cloud Megatron Toy.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2014-[[May 29|05-29]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''TFC-D01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;Fusion Blade&quot; sword, &quot;Deception Sword&quot; dagger<br /> <br /> : Megatron is a silver, red and black [[redeco]] of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Voyager Class [[Megatron (G1)/toys#GenerationsVoyager|Megatron]], itself a [[retool]] of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen:]] [[N.E.S.T. Global Alliance]]'' Voyager Class [[Bludgeon (ROTF)#Voyager|Bludgeon]] with a new head. He transforms from a Japanese {{w|Type 90 Kyū-maru|Type 90}} tank into a samurai-esque robot mode and features a flexible plastic sword which is made out of a portion of the barrel of the tank's main gun, as well as a smaller dagger. The dagger can be stored in a sheath which is revealed from inside the tank turret, and both blades can be slotted in holes provided on the robot mode's left hip guard. Additionally, the dagger's handle can fit in the base of the sword's handle, forming a double-bladed weapon. He has [[Mech Alive]] [[gimmick]]s in his thighs and turret: sculpted cylinders in his thighs rotate whenever his lower legs are rotated, and pulling his turret open makes a sculpted white &quot;disc&quot; at the center rotate while a scabbard for the dagger hinges over to the side and props itself up for use.<br /> <br /> : The vehicle mode is one of the very few Transformer tank toys with rubber components to its treads. Portions of the tread links can unlock, allowing them to hang from the robot mode, while the wheels of the treads are integrated separately into the robot mode form itself. The treads still do not function realistically; small plastic wheels on the underside of the treads help the tank mode roll, as is standard with nearly all Transformer tank toys.<br /> <br /> : Megatron was available exclusively through [[e-HOBBY]].<br /> <br /> : The original version of this mold was redecoed into ''Transformers: [[Hunt for the Decepticons]]'' [[Banzaitron (TF 2010)|Banzaitron]], and it was differently retooled to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Overlord (Masterforce)#Timelines|Gigatron]].<br /> {{ROTFBludgeonMold}}<br /> <br /> ==EZ Collection==<br /> {{anchor|EG06}}<br /> [[File:EZ-Collection-EG-06-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (EZ Collection, 2014)<br /> **''Release Date'': 2014-[[April 27|04-27]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''EG-06'''<br /> <br /> :Another [[redeco]] of the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Legends Class Megatron, this individual carded release of ''EZ Collection'' Megatron features gray plastic with purple-painted hands. His stock photography retains the G2 Decepticon symbol, though the toy proper has original Decepticon symbols.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Bearbrick==<br /> [[File:Bearbrick Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I'm an ''intensive'' care bear.]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2014-[[July 17|07-17]])<br /> <br /> : A special edition [[Bearbrick]] released in celebration of the ''Transformers'' 30th anniversary, Megatron transforms from a Bearbrick painted up like Megatron to a bear-eared robot. He has no accessories, but holes in his robot mode hands can accommodate other toys' weapons.<br /> <br /> : This mold, with a different head sculpt, was also used for the simultaneously released Bearbrick [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|G1 Optimus Prime]] and later released [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Bearbrick|''Age of Extinction'' Optimus Prime]], and was further retooled into [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Bumblebee]] and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Starscream]].<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Transformers (2014)==<br /> [[File:Transformers-2014-Legion-Class-Megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (Legion Class, 2014)<br /> :Another re-release of the ''Universe'' Legends Class Megatron sculpt, this time with a slightly lighter shade of green and darker shade of purple camouflage patterns from its previous iterations. Bizarrely, the [[package art]] is taken from the ''Generations'' Legends Class Megatron/Chop Shop two-pack's packaging and half-heartedly recolored–ignoring the black and yellow safety striping from the design the art was originally made for–to match the broad strokes of this figure's deco.<br /> <br /> :In the United States, Megatron has thus far been found at Big Lots and Family Dollar stores. In Australia, he is available at general retail again, just the previous [[wave]] of Legion Class figures; whereas in Europe, the wave that contains Megatron in other markets is available at general retail, but lacking Megatron for unknown reasons.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Mega Drive Megatron==<br /> [[File:MegaDriveMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|SEEEEEGAAAAA]]<br /> *'''16-Bit Mega Drive Megatron''' (2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Cannon, gamepad, game cartridge<br /> <br /> : Released under the &quot;TakaraTomy Arts&quot; banner alongside a [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Optimus Prime featuring Original PlayStation|Sony PlayStation version of Optimus Prime]] and outside of any other toyline, Mega Drive Megatron transforms from robot to a scaled-down Japanese [[Sega]] {{w|Sega Genesis|Mega Drive}} video game console–which ironically is about the size of a real-life Mega Drive cartridge. He comes with a gamepad that features pushable buttons which splits in two and attaches to his back like a pair of wings, while the left side of the console detaches and transforms into an arm-mounted cannon attached to his back via the gamepad's cord. He also includes a cartridge depicting the Japanese release of ''[[Sonic the Hedgehog]]'' that slots into the console/his chest.<br /> <br /> : This figure includes what is most likely the smallest accessory to ever be included with a Transformers toy; a small cap that covers the hole left if one does not insert the gamepad into the console mode. The piece is sculpted to resemble an open slot for a gamepad and is a teensy bit ''smaller'' than even the fist parts for a ''Smallest Transforming Transformers'' [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:SegaGenesisMegatron.jpg|thumb|right|300px|Blast processing.]]<br /> *'''Sega Genesis Megatron''' (2015)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Cannon, gamepad, game cartridge<br /> <br /> : Sega Genesis Megatron is a redeco and slight retool of Mega Drive Megatron in the form of its North American release, the Sega Genesis. In addition to the changes to the console, the red on Megatron's robot mode has been replaced with purple, and the art on the ''Sonic'' cartridge has been changed to match its American release. Even the packaging is changed to evoke Genesis packaging, right down to featuring (awkwardly translated) English text on the back. This version of Megatron is a TakaraTomy Arts online store exclusive. <br /> <br /> : Curiously, the promotional pictures of Sega Genesis Megatron appear to show the retooled &quot;16-Bit&quot; panel molded to read &quot;1'''5'''-Bit&quot;, but the final release has it correctly molded.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:MegaDriveMegatronGold.jpg|thumb|right|300px|ALL HAIL SEGATRON]]<br /> *'''Mega Drive Megatron Gold Ver.''' (2015)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Cannon, gamepad, game cartridge<br /> <br /> : A [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] gold chrome redeco of Mega Drive Megatron was one of the prizes in a lottery open to those who purchased the ''{{w|Sega 3D Fukkoku Archives}}'' [[Nintendo DS|Nintendo 3DS]] game. For this release the cartridge art was changed to that of ''Bare Knuckle'', the Japanese release of ''{{w|Streets of Rage}}'' and one of the games included in ''Sega 3D Fukkoku Archives''. The lottery was open from December 18, 2014 to January 31, 2015, with only 5 golden Megatrons up for grabs.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Q-Transformers==<br /> [[File:QTransformers Megatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2015-[[April 25|04-25]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-20'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Megatron is a small [[super deformed]] toy that transforms from Lamborghini Veneno to robot. He comes with a code for unlocking Megatron as a playable character in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (mobile game)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' game.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:QTransformers BlackMegatron.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Black Megatron''' (2015-[[November 14|11-14]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-32'''<br /> <br /> :Released appropriately alongside [[Nemesis Prime (G1)#Q-Transformers|Black Convoy]], Black Megatron is a redeco of the previous toy in darker colors with red highlights in new places, blue windows and a Lamborghini logo in place of his Decepticon insignia.<br /> <br /> :Although usually sold in Japanese markets, some department stores in Asia had sold the figure as well.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> *'''Decepticons 3-Figure Set''' (2016)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QTFS-02'''<br /> <br /> :During the second ''Q-Transformers'' series, the Megatron toy was available in a three-pack alongside [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Q-Transformers|Soundwave]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#Q-Transformers|Shockwave]]. He is identical to the original ''Q-Transformers'' toy.<br /> <br /> ==Legends==<br /> {{anchor|LG13}}<br /> [[File:Tf-legends-lg-13-megatron.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Megatron''' (2015-[[May 30|05-30]])<br /> **''ID number'': '''LG13'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 guns (combine to form rifle), fusion cannon<br /> :''[[Transformers Legends (franchise)|Legends]]'' Megatron is a redeco of the ''Generations'' Leader Class Megatron toy, Aside from the show-accurate paint applications, he also features some changes slightly different from the Hasbro release: Several number of his red plastic is replaced with grey, and his Decepticon insignia (slightly larger than Hasbro's) is now tampographed on his chest. He comes with a leaflet featuring a character profile, tech specs, and [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. 13|volume 13]] of the ''[[Transformers Legends (comic)|Transformers Legends Comic: Bonus Edition]]'' mini-comic.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|LG23}}<br /> [[File:Legendstoy-MegatronHM.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Who shrunk me?! This is all YOUR fault, Starscream!]]<br /> *'''Galvatron''' (2016-[[July 23|07-23]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''LG23'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Megatron Headmaster, cannon<br /> <br /> :Available with ''Legends'' [[Galvatron (G1)/toys#Legends|Galvatron]], Megatron is a redeco of [[Nucleon (Generations)|Nucleon]] and transforms into Galvatron's head. He features paint applications to resemble his appearances in the cartoon, while his Headmaster mode features silver paint on his face, and some purple details.<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make ''Legends'' [[Megalligator#Legends|Megaligator]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|LG63}}<br /> [[File:Legendstoy-LG63-G2Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|]]<br /> *'''G2 Megatron''' ([[2018]]-[[February 24|02-24]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''LG63'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Fusion cannon, rifle, Headmaster, [[Noble (BM)#Legends|Noble]] Partner Drone<br /> <br /> :''Legends'' G2 Megatron is a redeco of the [[#Titans Return|''Titans Return'' Voyager Class figure]] in his &quot;[[#Hero|Hero]]&quot; colors. He also comes with [[Noble (BM)#Legends|Noble]], who is redecoed from [[Fangry (G1)#Generations|Fangry]]'s drone accessory.<br /> <br /> :In fiction, this toy represents [[Megatron (BW)/toys#Legends|''Beast Wars'' Megatron]], but is kept on this page for informative purposes.<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==au x Transformers==<br /> *'''INFOBAR Megatron (BUILDING)''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'' display stand, swappable display cards<br /> <br /> [[File:INFOBAR-Megatron.jpg|thumb|&quot;Ring ring, It's TYRANNY calling!&quot;]]<br /> :Released in conjunction with Japanese cellphone maker au&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.takaratomy.co.jp/product_release/pdf/p170201.pdf TakaraTomy au x Transformers Project press release]&lt;/ref&gt;, ''au x Transformers'' INFOBAR Megatron is a remold of the same line's [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#au x Transformers|INFOBAR Optimus Prime]], with a new head and decoed in traditional Megatron colors.<br /> <br /> :The INFOBAR figures celebrate 15 years since the 2002 au Design Project that resulted in the INFOBAR cellphone, as well as the 10th anniversary of the [[Live-action film series|live-action films]]. He transforms into a (non-functional) scaled-down replica of the 2002 au INFOBAR, and in lieu of cellphone functions, the figure can be paired via Bluetooth with a smartphone, such as an iPhone, to act as a notification alarm in either robot or INFOBAR mode. The screen is also non-functional, but pre-printed cards are included which can be slid into the screen to show an Autobot logo, Decepticon logo, a mockup of a cellphone home screen, or a technical &quot;Transformers INFOBAR&quot; design. The figure also includes a display stand.<br /> <br /> :The project was crowdfunded through Japanese crowdfunding site Makuake&lt;ref&gt;[http://news.tfw2005.com/2017/01/31/transformers-x-au-transforming-phones-launch-crowdfunding-campaign-332289 Transformers x au Transforming Phones Launch Crowdfunding Campaign at TFW2005.com]&lt;/ref&gt;. Both Megatron and Bumblebee could only be obtained by contributing 16,2000 yen to the project to receive a package of all three INFOBAR figures; at the 5,400 yen level, contributors received only INFOBAR Optimus Prime. The project received one million yen in the first 24 hours, ultimately topping out at over 32 million yen.<br /> <br /> :This figure was differently remolded, with another head, and redecoed into [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#au x Transformers|INFOBAR Bumblebee]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[https://time-space.kddi.com/au-transformers/ More information on au x Transformers website (Japanese)]''<br /> ::*''[https://www.makuake.com/project/au-transformers/ More information on INFOBAR Megatron at Makuake crowd-funding site (Japanese)]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Authentics==<br /> [[File:Authentics 5inch Megatron.jpg|right|upright=1.66|thumb|Good luck turning me into a blaster.]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Megatron''' (2017)<br /> :*''Accessories:'' Tank barrel<br /> :''[[Transformers Authentics|Authentics]]'' &quot;Decepticon Megatron&quot; is a new mold the size of a 2015 [[Transformers:_Robots_in_Disguise_(2015_toyline)#Mini-Con_Battle_Packs|''Robots in Disguise'' Battle Pack]] toy. He changes from an [[evergreen]]-inspired robot into a tank in just six steps, and he comes with a tank barrel that doubles as his fusion cannon, and he features two 5mm-compatible hands, and his head is made out of a slightly soft, rubbery plastic. Like [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Authentics|Starscream]], he actually possesses elbows. And like all ''Authentics'' toys, Megatron features sculpted insignias, notably on the chest and the right sole.<br /> <br /> :Unfortunately, Megatron does not have any functional small wheels on his painted treads, making them prone to chipping while attempting to roll him forward. Also; the forearms and the cannon's posts are ''not'' 3mm compatible.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:MicroChangeGunRoboWalther.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|[[Megaplex]] Black Version?]]<br /> [[File:Skywarpatron.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|Skywarp really DID need close supervision.]]<br /> [[File:UnmadeVideoCameraMegatron.jpg|thumb|upright=0.85]]<br /> *To date, an exact copy of the black ''[[Microman]]'' ''[[Micro Change]]'' Walther P-38 toy has not been reissued as a Transformer–the e-HOBBY version replaced the blue plastic with red and some of the black plastic parts with silver chrome.<br /> *It seems that no one could get Megatron's [[package art]] right in Japan. His standard release used edited box art from the standard Microchange P-38 toy's black deco, recolored to Megatron's US toy color scheme with shiny &quot;chrome&quot; and red on his legs and arms instead of the Japanese toy's flat gray and blue. The VS-X art replaced the red with blue, but kept the &quot;chrome&quot;. The art on the &quot;Goodbye Megatron&quot; set used edited US box art (which in turn was the Microchange P-38 UNCLE art with an added sigil) that replaced the red with blue, yet this toy used red plastic.<br /> *In a possible fit of madness, a triple changer was proposed that would switch between [[Skywarp (G1)/toys|Skywarp]] (possibly mistaken for Starscream), Megatron, and Skywarp's jet mode.<br /> *In a slightly more sane attempt, [[:File:Megalvatron.jpg|another triple changer]] was proposed which would switch between Megatron, a very awkward [[Galvatron (G1)/toys|Galvatron]], and a Walther P-38 handgun with a futuristic silencer and laser sight.<br /> *A kitbashed/hand-painted mock-up of the large ''Generation 2'' tank Megatron mold as a video camcorder is known to exist. Whether it was ever meant to be taken into production and whether it was meant to be Megatron or a new character is unknown. It was originally offered for sale in [http://groups.google.com/group/alt.toys.transformers/browse_thread/thread/4f98fe3d58bfe696/b1d0163d38587281?q=ramjet+whiz+bang+toys&amp;pli=1 October of 2000] from Whiz Bang Collectibles, along with other items seemingly from a former Hasbro employee's collection.&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.toyarchive.com/Transformers/Prototypes/Generation2/MegatronVideoCameraMock1.html Megatron Video Camera at Toyarchive.com]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Footnotes==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://tfu.info/1984/Decepticon/Megatron/megatron.htm Megatron at TFU.info]<br /> *[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/content.php?/transformers-toys/toy-gallery/1783/Generation+2/Megatron+ATB.html Gallery of ATB Megatron with comparison to BB at Transformers At the Moon]<br /> *[http://www.theunclegun.com/ Unclegun.com - The Walther P-38 as seen in The Man from U.N.C.L.E.]<br /> *[http://www.google.com/patents/about?id=ngAuAAAAEBAJ Megatrons patent]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Action Masters]]<br /> [[Category:Alternity Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Authentics]]<br /> [[Category:Bot Shots Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Classics Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Cloud Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combiner Wars]]<br /> [[Category:Combiners]]<br /> [[Category:Construct-Bots Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Convention exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 2 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 2 Go-Bots]]<br /> [[Category:GT characters]]<br /> [[Category:Headmasters]]<br /> [[Category:Henkei! 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<p>Technospike: /* Mashems */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambigm|Soundwave (disambiguation)|Soundblaster (disambiguation)}}<br /> :''Soundwave is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:Soundwave Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&lt;center&gt;&quot;...&quot;&lt;/center&gt;| No eyes...always watching...]]<br /> '''Soundwave''' (aka '''Soundblaster''') is the spy master of the Decepticons. One of [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s earliest followers, and, many believe, instrumental to his rise, he uses his tentacles and a veritable army of [[Mini-Con]] [[Deployer (WFC)|Deployer]]s to learn everything there is to know about his allies and his enemies. He was never very chatty, but these days, on Earth, he's become near silent, communicating by playing back recordings of other people's conversations. He just sneaks about, patiently looking for Autobot transmissions and creeping [[Starscream (WFC)|you]] out.<br /> <br /> Soundwave often finds himself acting as a restraint on [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], reining in his rather volatile emotions, and ensuring that Starscream's less than subtle ambitions are held in check. Indeed, this applies to every soldier amongst the Decepticon ranks. Even a treacherous schemer like Starscream has very good reason to fear Soundwave; his ferocity and strength from his gladiator days have not lessened in the slightest, rendering him a deadly foe to any Autobot, or [[Airachnid (Prime)|treacherous Decepticon]] seeking to usurp Megatron. This undying loyalty to his master, as well as their long history together, have attained him a lofty, high position in the Decepticon hierarchy. While [[Dreadwing (Prime)|others]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|may]] have officially held the rank of [[second-in-command]], Soundwave may be the true bearer of that distinction, out of sheer loyalty to the Decepticon leader. As long as Soundwave is around, Megatron has nothing to fear.<br /> <br /> It's not just loyalty to Megatron that makes Soundwave such an effective soldier, however. Soundwave wouldn't be caught dead employing ''Bond'' villain tactics; he is concise and pragmatic in all of his endeavors. If he doesn't personally harm you during an outing, don't consider it an act of mercy or decency. You're not a part of his mission and not worth considering. [[Primus]] help you if you're in the way or you ''are'' his mission.<br /> <br /> Soundwave has the ability to receive transmissions from anywhere on the planet, bar the shielded Autobot Base. This allows him to spy on every being on the planet in the hopes of picking up Autobot-related communications. He is also adept in his use of [[GroundBridge]]s during combat, dealing many a foe a frustrating defeat by virtue of them simply not being able to get to him.<br /> <br /> Although he usually works with [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]], Soundwave's range of Mini-Con subordinates also include [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (WFC)|Ravage]], [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]], [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], [[Zori]], [[Stuntwing]], [[Trickout]], [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]], and [[Goldgear]].<br /> <br /> {{quote|Watch out for the quiet ones.|[[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]|&quot;[[One Shall Rise, Part 3]]&quot;}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Covenant of Primus''===<br /> <br /> Soundwave emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] sometime during or before the [[Age of Wrath]]. As the [[Quintesson]]s took control of Cybertron, they helped establish civilization across the planet, and a ruling body of Cybertronians to oversee the day-to-day activities the Quints wished the Cybertronians to perform. An election was held that named [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Zeta]] as Prime, and Soundwave became a member of his council of thirteen.<br /> <br /> As the age went on, however, Sentinel and his council became suspicious of the Quintessons and ultimately began to plot against the totalitarian rule of these &quot;benevolent invaders&quot;. Although the council kept their true intentions secret, active cells of rebellion broke out independently on Cybertron. A scientist named [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] was the first to translate the Quintesson written language for the rebels, and Soundwave's surveillance abilities acquired this information for the council as well.<br /> <br /> After the Quintessons were eventually overthrown, Soundwave and the council ushered in the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, reverse-engineering Quintesson technology and making their own innovations. A [[Space bridge]] network was used in conjunction with cyberforming equipment to create colony worlds, carrying Cybertronians to the stars. A mechanism was even discovered for carrying the Well's life-giving power to other worlds, allowing energon and Cybertronian life to flourish there as well. Soundwave was present at the lighting of the ceremonial torch that carried the spark of the Well to the first colony world of [[Archon]].<br /> <br /> But then, disaster. A [[Rust Plague]] sprang up on the colonies, virulent and incurable. The council made the dark decision to destroy the space bridges, cutting their colonists off forevermore. What followed was the so-called [[Age of Rust]], where Cybertron failed to find new inspiration after the disastrous end of their colonization program, and a metaphorical rust settled in to the population as well. Soundwave was the most vocal member of the council in trying to find something, ''anything'', to strive for and renew the population's interest. But the council's ennui was deep by this point, and they lacked the drive to push forward any new plans. As the other councilors talked about more research, more time, Soundwave denounced them all as doing nothing BUT talk, and renounced words altogether. He abandoned his position on the council and took a vow of silence, letting his actions speak for him from that point forward. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|Covenant of Primus}}<br /> <br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> Soundwave was a gladiator from [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]] who almost bested [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] in combat, an act that created mutual respect between the two. Soundwave saw in Megatron a desire to return to the swashbuckling spirit of the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, when Cybertronians emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] having to escape from the [[Underworld]]'s monsters rather than being put into a [[caste system|caste]]. He was appointed Megatron's lieutenant with [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. Though Megatron despised Minicons, Soundwave insisted on having them around to spy on their gladiators, including the time when Megatron's librarian friend [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Orion Pax]] came to visit. He was suspicious of Orion and even asked permission from Megatron to tail him as he returned to [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]].<br /> <br /> After [[Decepticon]]s bombed Cybertron in Megatron's name, Soundwave sent [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]] and [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] to search for the [[Matrix of Leadership]] in [[Crystal City]] (a place which design he always found self-indulgent). Soundwave was not sure whether he should have bothered, as he was not superstitious and wondered what use a piece of a [[Star Saber (Prima)|broken sword]] could be. Instead he got chilling indications Crystal City's scientists were planning to revive [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]]. <br /> <br /> [[File:WFCcomicDecepticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;Yeah, this look is cool now, but I don't think I'll have it ''forever'': I mean, who'd like to [[GEEWUN|see things looking the same for over twenty five years]], right guys? ...guys?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Soundwave attended Orion and Megatron's hearing before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]]. During this meeting, Soundwave helped to sow discord and tension by loudly shouting his complaints over security breaches that, in truth, he himself had caused. The Council noted that they were aware someone had tried to find the Matrix, and they appointed Orion [[Prime (rank)|Prime]] and requested he find it. This tore Orion and Megatron's movement in two.<br /> <br /> During the final days of the war, Soundwave and his minions' research changed the fate of Cybertron. It was they who found the areas of the [[DataNet]] that [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] had overlooked and not deleted, revealing the existence of [[Dark Energon]] on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] Station. It was he who remembered the [[Geosynchronous Energon Bridge]] below Crystal City that allowed for the mass transportation of Dark Energon between Cybertron and Trypticon. And it was the evidence he got from Rumble and Frenzy when they infiltrated Crystal City that revealed the existence of the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]] and its two [[Code Key]]s, which enabled Megatron to poison the [[Core]] of Cybertron.<br /> <br /> When Optimus removed the Chamber from the Core, beginning the planet's slow healing process, Soundwave boarded the ''Nemesis'' with Megatron, [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Lugnut (WFC)|Lugnut]] to pursue the Autobot ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'' into the unknown reaches of space. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> <br /> {{note|Soundwave's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic &quot;[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|Transformers: War for Cybertron]].&quot;}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave regained consciousness on board the ''Nemesis'' after emerging from the energy field created by the Space Bridge explosion over Cybertron. While Megatron demanded a status report, Soundwave was already deep at work in a console attempting to determine the answer. Along with Starscream and Megatron, Soundwave examined the tracking reports and confirmed Starscream's assumption that the ''Ark'' was likely not too far away. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Ask Vector Prime===<br /> In [[Uniend 610.23 Zeta]], {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}} [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] feared that if he or [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] knew the whereabouts of the [[AllSpark]], Soundwave would be able to find it. {{storylink|Bumblebee at Tyger Pax}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Germán Fabregat]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Arto Nieminen]] (Finnish)}}<br /> When a gladiator calling himself Megatronus vowed to challenge Cybertron's leadership, Soundwave was his first follower and chief amongst them. Soundwave remained at Megatronus' side, now Megatron, as the conflict escalated into a war. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} After finding out that the Decepticon scientist [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had used Rumble and Frenzy as test subjects in his experiment to swap the sparks of Decepticons between different bodies, he demanded that Shockwave return them to their original bodies, to which Shockwave complied. {{storylink|Unreliable Narratives}} Following the [[Great Exodus]], when the Decepticons were trying to decrypt an encoded Autobot transmission, Soundwave suggested they should let Shockwave have a shot at interrogating [[Arcee (WFC)|Arcee]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]]. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons later arrived on [[Earth]]. During a Decepticon attack on Cliffjumper, Soundwave intercepted Arcee's comms talk. He later played it back to Starscream, prompting the Decepticon leader to send the drones after her. He later detected transmissions coming from deep space, that prompted the Decepticons to fire up the [[space bridge]], allowing Megatron to return. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} <br /> <br /> [[File:DarknessRising5-Soundwaveturn.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|''Voice actor:'' [[Snake-Eyes]] (English).]]<br /> Shortly after Megatron left the ship on a mission, Starscream wondered aloud if Megatron had a touch of space madness, and Soundwave reminded him that their absent leader was still in charge. Starscream told him to step up global surveillance. Soundwave subsequently intercepted a transmission from [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] and, on Starscream's order, dispatched [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] to capture the agent to learn the location of the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} When the Autobots attacked the ''Nemesis'' to retrieve Fowler, slaughtering dozens of their soldiers, Soundwave hid. He simply watched when Megatron returned and took his fury out on Starscream on the bridge for not waiting on his command. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> Starscream sent Soundwave to the [[Giant Sized Array]] radio telescope in [[Texas]] as they needed to use the array to target the space bridge at [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Soundwave hacked into the computer network at the site, but after he had lined up the dishes, someone realigned them. In response to Starscream's demands as to what was happening, he tapped into the base's security system and discovered that the Autobots' three human friends were in a nearby room, similarly accessing the computer. He extended a tentacle into the room they were in and attacked them. When [[Miko Nakadai|Miko]] tried to chop the tentacle with an ax, Soundwave took it from her and used it to sever the computer system's hardline, locking the dishes on Cybertron. The three kids entered the room in time to see him leaving, and Miko and Soundwave snapped photos of each other. <br /> <br /> [[File:MastersStudents-Soundwavesradar.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|See how much more convincing I am as a [[:File:Cybertronsoundwave.jpg|communications tower]] with this look?]]<br /> <br /> Because of Soundwave's success, the Autobots resorted to sabotaging the space bridge, blowing it up and taking Megatron with it. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}} At Starscream's order, Soundwave activated the comm system so Starscream could give a speech to the troops, declaring himself leader. Failing to impress the Vehicons, Starscream pressed Soundwave's sensors into locating [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]], a Decepticon secreted in a pod in the desert. Starscream and Soundwave reactivated Skyquake, only to find he wasn't receptive to Starscream's leadership, and instead set about fighting [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]. Soundwave detected a Decepticon signal from the site where the space bridge exploded, and when Starscream went to investigate, Soundwave sent Laserbeak to keep Starscream honest while he himself filmed the battle between Skyquake and Optimus and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Though the outcome of the fight was not favorable to the Decepticon cause, Soundwave was able to ensure that Starscream returned Megatron's barely-functioning body to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave intercepted a transmission from [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] who was heading for Earth. At Starscream's order, he downloaded the necessary information to [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]], who took on Wheeljack's form and infiltrated the Autobot base. As Starscream and Soundwave paid a visit to the captive Wheeljack, Soundwave prevented his leader from terminating their prisoner, as he might be of use later. The two 'Cons retired to the ship's top deck to wait for Makeshift to activate the [[GroundBridge]], however Wheeljack broke free and started trashing the Vehicons. When Wheeljack escaped through the ground bridge and sent back Makeshift with his grenade activated, Soundwave and Starscream made sure to get well clear before he exploded. {{storylink|Con Job}} During another Autobot operation, Soundwave listened in on their comm chatter, prompting Starscream to send some Vehicons to attack. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Deusex-Soundwavecrouching.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|And that's why there's no [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]].]]<br /> When [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] mentioned seeing an [[Energon Harvester]] in a fresco in [[Greece]], Soundwave was able to track the device's location to a museum. Breakdown and [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] kept the Autobots busy in front of the museum while Soundwave sneaked in the back. He ran into [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] and [[Jack Darby|Jack]], who were already in the process of stealing the Harvester, and grabbed it from them before making a getaway in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SickMind-Soundwaveobjects.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|&quot;Let me see some tenderness connected with a death, or that dark chamber, Spirit, which we left just now, will be forever present to me.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Starscream and Knock Out made a concerted attempt to convince Soundwave that Megatron was beyond saving, and that the only option left to them was euthanasia. Soundwave remained skeptical, and pointed out the patch cable that Arcee and Bumblebee was using to access Megatron's brain. Megatron's life support was damaged during the ensuing confusion, and though it seemed Starscream and Knock Out were content to leave Megatron flat-lining, Soundwave pressured them into reconnecting the cable sustaining their master. {{storylink|Sick Mind}}<br /> <br /> After Megatron's resurrection, Soundwave kept him informed regarding Starscream's activities, including his attempt to resurrect Skyquake with the Dark Energon shard ripped from Megatron's chest, and the loss of his arm. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Soundwave watched as Breakdown was captured by [[MECH]], and reported back to Starscream. He was on the bridge of the ''Nemesis'' when Starscream passed the news on to Megatron, who was less than impressed that Breakdown had been taken by a bunch of humans. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} He detected the magnetic anomaly caused by the [[polarity gauntlet]], causing Megatron to send Breakdown to go look for it. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Starscream headed to a stripped Energon Mine to discover mining drills still there. Starscream attempted to blame this on Soundwave. Megatron told Starscream that Soundwave had been filling him in on the second-in-command's activities. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Soundwave listened to Starscream's confessions after Megatron nearly terminated the second-in-command. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SoundwavePlayingSparkbeat..jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|He's playing Dubstep.]]<br /> When the new Decepticon space bridge was nearing completion, Soundwave supplied a diagram of the last component they needed. After they obtained said component, Megatron left the ship on a mission of his own. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] began searching the ship for the Decepticon leader and Megatron instructed Soundwave to send Prime to him. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} Soundwave translated tremors coming from the [[Earth's core]] into sound, revealing it to be a heartbeat. Megatron did not appreciate this, as it was making his head hurt. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}} After Megatron left the ship to talk to [[Unicron]], Soundwave monitored the comms channels for his master's return. When [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] suggested considering a future without Megatron, Soundwave ominously looked at her. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwavelayingdownthelaw.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|left|YOU! SHALL NOT! PASS!]]<br /> Soundwave continued to try to find some sign of Megatron. When Airachnid announced Megatron wasn't coming back and ordered the ship to [[Regulon Four]], Soundwave decided it was time to lay down the law. He defied Airachnid, who angrily attacked him, but the Decepticon spy master quickly proceeded to defeat Airachnid. Upon Unicron's defeat, Soundwave detected Megatron's signal and activated the GroundBridge, bowing in respect with the other Decepticons as Megatron entered the bridge of the ship. He had to hold Breakdown back when they saw that Megatron was accompanied by Optimus Prime. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> With Optimus amnesiac and believing himself to be archivist Orion Pax, Soundwave made sure the ship's data core was clear of any incriminating evidence so Orion could be put to work decrypting information they'd stolen from the Iacon archives. When Arcee managed to get on board the ship to look for the lost Autobot leader, Soundwave made deft use of the GroundBridge to get her back off before Orion could see her. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} When Orion eventually learned the truth, Soundwave relayed the news to Megatron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} He also notified Megatron when activity was detected on Cybertron, indicating that the Autobots had gone there in an attempt to help Optimus. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> When Megatron was angry after having had the [[spark extractor|latest find]] snatched from his hands, Soundwave reminded him there were still two more sets of coordinates to investigate. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Soundwave was present when Megatron unsuccessfully tested the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}} He played back footage of Skyquake's demise for [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]]. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave continued to try to decode more data from the Iacon archives, in a continuation of Orion Pax's work. When Airachnid requested Megatron's approval to take point in the hunt for the relics, Megatron requested that Soundwave remind him of her previous words when she planned to abandon him. Later, after Dreadwing and Breakdown's failure to execute her, Soundwave began tracing Airachnid's location during her communication to the ''Nemesis'' for Megatron. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, Soundwave reviewed security footage and discovered that Bulkhead had been the one to cause it. Megatron brought it back online using Dark Energon, though the ship's guiding intelligence proved uncontrollable by the Decepticons. Soundwave plugged himself into the flight console in an attempt to regain control, but was zapped into stasis. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Triage Soundwave visor reflection.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|You--cracked--my--visor! [[Knock Out (Prime)|Prepare for sur...]] wait, wrong line.]]<br /> He was on the ''Nemesis'' bridge when Knock Out left to find the first of the four relics decoded by the ship, {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and saw Dreadwing off to find the second relic as well. {{storylink|Triangulation}} After Megatron received word from Hardshell that the artifact he had been sent to retrieve was [[Tox-En]], {{storylink|Toxicity}} Soundwave was dispatched to find the last of the four relics. Soundwave encountered the ''[[Jackhammer (Prime)|Jackhammer]]'' and used Laserbeak as a distraction. He soon uncovered the [[Resonance Blaster]], only to be attacked by [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]]. Though the Autobot managed to crack his visor, Soundwave triumphed, and was only stopped from dispatching Wheeljack by an SOS from Laserbeak. He picked up Laserbeak and returned to the ''Nemesis'', where Knock Out discovered a grenade implanted in the deployer. Once the offending item was removed, Soundwave returned to his work decrypting the Iacon database, unaware that the Autobots had also implanted a virus in Laserbeak, which passed into the computer and began transmitting the database to the Autobots' mainframe. {{storylink|Triage (episode)|Triage}} He returned to the bridge to listen to Megatron complain about how ineffective everyone else was, and watched [[Hardshell (Prime)|Hardshell]] and Knock Out argue. {{storylink|Hurt}}<br /> <br /> When [[Silas|Cylas]] came to the Decepticons with the offer of a [[Project Damocles]] satellite, Soundwave was sent to a military base in [[Colorado]] to get the codes so they could control the satellite from the ''Nemesis''. He hacked into the computer, giving him the ability to use the satellite even as he was downloading the codes for it, but failed to stop Raf from knocking the satellite out of orbit. He retreated as the Autobots reached his position. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> With new information about where the Autobots' human friends lived, Soundwave had Laserbeak patrol the area around [[Jasper]]. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} Soundwave succeeded in decoding another set of coordinates, and Megatron sent him with a decoy Iacon relic to draw the Autobots off. While he managed to keep Optimus Prime's team occupied for a lengthy period of time, it was not long enough, and by the time he returned to the ''Nemesis'', Optimus had gotten hold of the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy (episode)|Legacy}} Continuing his work, Soundwave decoded more coordinates and reported them to Megatron while the latter forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}} <br /> <br /> When Megatron returned from victory, he told Soundwave, in great detail, how he had destroyed the Star Saber with his own blade. He soon had two more sets of coordinates downloaded, resulting in Knock Out securing an [[Omega Key]]. When the final set decoded into an image of [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]], Soundwave joined Laserbeak in the field to capture the Autobot rookie. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} He was on hand to show the image he'd decoded to Smokescreen. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After firing up the space bridge so Megatron could go to Cybertron, Soundwave told Starscream about what he'd discovered regarding the location of the Autobots' human allies. He later helped Starscream kidnap the three kids and transport them to Cybertron for use as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}} After handing over Raf in exchange for an [[Omega Key]], Soundwave took part in the activation of the [[Omega Lock]]. He survived the lock's destruction at the hands of Optimus Prime, and returned to Earth with the others. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> <br /> During the hunt for the scattered Autobots, Soundwave dispatched Laserbeak to monitor an attempt to off Jack Darby. The attack resulted in an explosion that took out Laserbeak, and though Soundwave worked, he was unable to retrieve any further surveillance data from the salvaged, charred Deployer. He opened a space bridge to Cybertron, through which Knock Out returned from a mission accompanied by the long-missing [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. {{storylink|Darkmount, NV}} Soundwave was present when Starscream proudly showed off the dancing monkey picture he'd found and later when Shockwave brought [[Predaking (Prime)|a Predacon]] to Earth. {{storylink|Scattered}} {{storylink|Prey (episode)|Prey}} As Starscream dispatched troops to deal with a number of Autobot signals, Soundwave tried to point out that their army was being spread thinly. He suggested that the Autobots were likely to be using the ''[[Harbinger]]'' as a base, but [[Darkmount (Earth)|Darkmount]] came under attack before the Decepticons had a chance to act on the information. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}<br /> <br /> He was forced to repair the ''Nemesis'' communication dish after the Predacon damaged it. {{storylink|Plus One (Prime)|Plus One}} Soundwave GroundBridged to Shockwave's aid in [[Texas]], when the other Decepticon came under attack from Autobots. With the help of Laserbeak, Soundwave managed to take down Optimus Prime and deftly GroundBridged a fragment of Predacon remains back to the ''Nemesis'' before the Autobots could get their hands on it. {{storylink|Project Predacon}}<br /> <br /> When a plague inadvertently engineered by Knock Out and Starscream began spreading through the Vehicon population, Soundwave oversaw cleanup efforts. His group of Vehicons and Insecticons moved through the ship, destroying the infected, until the Insecticons suddenly broke off from the operation. He followed them, and on discovering that Airachnid was out of stasis and controlling them once more, used the space bridge to transport both her and the Insecticons to one of Cybertron's moons. {{Storylink|Thirst}} Soundwave hung around during a Decepticon meeting to determine what to do about the potential threat of the Predacons. {{storylink|Evolution}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwave Mocks.jpg|thumb|left|:)|upright=1.4]]<br /> As the Decepticons gathered resources to rebuild the Omega Lock, Soundwave monitored some Vehicons stealing materials. He activated the GroundBridge for them when the Autobots turned up, but he himself was shot down by Optimus Prime and crashed into power lines, disabling himself. The Autobots took him back to their shielded base and attempted to interrogate him to find out what Megatron's plans were, but Soundwave merely erased his data and crashed his own hard drives before breaking his vow of silence to convey a message:<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|''Soundwave superior. Autobots inferior.''}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave remained offline until Laserbeak arrived and reactivated him with new orders—capture Ratchet. {{storylink|Minus One}} After returning to the ''Nemesis'' with Ratchet, Soundwave helped attempt to persuade his prisoner to cooperate by showing him pictures of the kids and the current Autobot base. {{storylink|Persuasion}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons were puzzled when they picked up Laserbeak's signal outside the warship, as Laserbeak was still attached to Soundwave's torso. {{storylink|Synthesis}} Stationed on the bridge during the Autobot attack on the warship, Soundwave used the GroundBridge to send the Wreckers to a different part of the ship. When the bridge was next attacked by Miko wearing the Apex Armor, Soundwave opened another GroundBridge and advanced on her menacingly, only for Raf to open a second GroundBridge directly behind him. The conflicting energies trapped Soundwave in the [[shadowzone (dimension)|Shadowzone]]. {{storylink|Deadlock}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan ''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[File:Titan4.2 Soundwave listen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1| You look different, Soundwave. Did you do something different with your entire face?]]<br /> During the war, Soundwave took part in a mission led by Megatron to invade [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and destroy the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. The team had barely made it in before Soundwave detected that they'd been spotted and the five Decepticons had to take cover. Following a failed gambit which expended the other three team members, Megatron gave Soundwave a bomb. While his leader caused a distraction, Soundwave ran to plant the bomb, only to be struck by blasts from [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|one of the defenders]]. Megatron picked up his wounded second-in-command and helped him to safety, along with the other three Decepticons. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Soundwave somehow slipped some code into ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' to hypnotise Raf into opening the GroundBridge so they could send Vehicons through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} When Soundwave's plan to ambush the Autobots in [[The Wave]] went badly, he fired his remote-controlled hand at [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. The hand lodged in the scout's chest and later emerged when Bumblebee and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] were asleep. Despite trying its best to kill Bumblebee, Soundwave's hand was strapped to a firework and shot high into the air. Starscream and Soundwave later scoured the desert for the missing hand and managed to find at least one finger. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> Megatron had Soundwave broadcast his intent to wreck the [[Statue of Liberty]] to the world's media. Unfortunately the US military intercepted all the transmissions before they could be received, leaving Megatron very unhappy with his communications officer. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.13|Protecting the Lady}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.18|Power Outage}}}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Eaglemoss ''Prime'' Comics===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Horrible TV}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Toy bios===<br /> When Soundwave was severely damaged, his loyal Deployers set to work repairing him. Utilizing the ancient, mysterious science of an alien world, they succeeded, and Soundwave was revived. To reflect the fact that he was no longer content with just being the Decepticons' communications specialist, he renamed himself &quot;'''Soundblaster'''&quot;, and took on a more combative role. {{storylink|#GenerationsSoundblaster|Voyager Class Soundblaster}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> Soundwave intercepted a message between [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] indicating that the pair were heading for a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. As [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] headed out to tail the two Autobots, Soundwave monitored events on [[Earth]] to make sure no one else was following. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2}} When Predaking came back alone with the news Megatron had apparently perished in an explosion, Soundwave and the other Decepticons immediately suspected [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was responsible. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe''===<br /> Soundwave was one of the many Decepticons who pursued the [[AllSpark]] to Earth. He participated in an enormous battle against the Autobots in a human settlement. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe|The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe}}<br /> <br /> ===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Lin Dongfu]] (Chinese), [[János Bácskai]] (Hungarian)}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 36 Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Team Bee can't touch this.]]<br /> Trapped in the Shadowzone, Soundwave followed Megatron back to Earth, but got stuck on the planet after Megatron departed. {{storylink|Portals}} Some years after Cybertron's rebirth, a statue of Soundwave was constructed. {{storylink|Pilot (Part 1)}} His role in the war as Megatron's top lieutenant, and his fearsome reputation as a tactical genius, were well documented on Cybertron, as was his entrapment in the Shadowzone during his final battle aboard the starship ''Nemesis''. <br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave powered up by three Neo-Forges.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Designation: Soundwave.&lt;br&gt;Operation: New Genesis.]]<br /> After wandering aimlessly for an unspecified amount of time, Soundwave finally got his chance to escape the Shadowzone after [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] activated a malfunctioning GroundBridge, creating a portal to the Shadowzone. Soundwave flew through the rift and, along with Laserbeak, overwhelmed Bumblebee's team, throwing the yellow Autobot into the Shadowzone and knocking out [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] and [[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]] with his tentacles. That job done, Soundwave set to work constructing a radio array, hoping to contact Megatron and spark a mass Decepticon exodus to Earth. He was hampered by the antics of Fixit, [[Denny Clay|Denny]], and [[Russell Clay|Russell]], who managed to distract him long enough for Grimlock and Strongarm to come to their senses. The two Autobots renewed their assault on the Decepticon, prompting Soundwave to portal them away with Laserbeak. While the Autobots and humans regrouped and conferred with Bumblebee, Soundwave finished constructing his device. On the Autobot team's next attempt to hinder him, Soundwave chased Denny into a crane with his tentacles while Russell stole the last component of his communicator. Soundwave fired a barrage of portals at the human, until they overlapped and opened another Shadowzone portal, allowing Bumblebee to return and fight the Decepticon. Denny knocked Soundwave back through his portal with his crane, and Fixit kept the portal open long enough for Strongarm and Grimlock to return Laserbeak to the same realm. {{storylink|Portals}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Laserbeak, unite. Operation: Panzer Unit.]]<br /> <br /> At some point during Soundwave's imprisonment, he was provided with a group of genetically modified Activator Mini-Cons by [[Autobot High Council|an unknown group]] to collect [[Decepticon Hunter|weapons]] for him. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}} After obtaining Bumblebee's Decepticon Hunter, [[Stuntwing]] returned it through a GroundBridge portal to Soundwave. {{storylink|King of the Hill (Part 2)}} Soundwave dispatched [[Trickout]] through another portal to find more of the weapons, {{storylink|Defrosted}} and the Mini-Con returned to him some time later with a second Decepticon Hunter that he obtained from [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]]. {{storylink|The Great Divide}} When [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]] returned without a weapon, Soundwave was unhappy and threatened to terminate the Mini-Con, who fled. {{storylink|Guilty As Charged}} [[Goldgear]] would later succeed where Hi-Test failed, leaving Soundwave one step closer to completing his &quot;project&quot;. At the same time, the Autobots began to realize that there was a connection with the thefts of their Decepticon Hunters. {{storylink|Railroad Rage}}<br /> <br /> After [[Steeljaw's Pack]] was sprung from custody by a group of mysterious &quot;benefactors&quot;, Soundwave contacted them through a portal, revealing that he was associated with said benefactors and directing them to prepare for their arrival on Earth or face painful deactivation. {{storylink|Prepare for Departure}}<br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new robot mode.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Power depleted.&lt;br&gt;Suggested tactic: Retreat.]]<br /> After [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]] obtained some nuclear fuel rods, Soundwave, now reformatted to a new body and vehicle mode, used the Decepticon Hunters to escape the Shadowzone and rendezvoused with him at a demolition derby. There, he revealed a transgalactic beacon generator constructed from wreckage in the Shadowzone which he planned to use to summon Megatron back to Earth. He dismissed the resulting destruction of life on Earth as a result of the radiation from the rods as collateral damage, much to Steeljaw's disgust. Forcing Steeljaw to retreat, Soundwave proceeded to take the generator to the highest point in the city, the Crown City Bank Building. Detecting Autobots, he sent Laserbeak in pursuit of Optimus Prime before being engaged by Bumblebee's team. Using the combined Hunters weapon to freeze Bumblebee and Strongarm, he found himself being disarmed by Sideswipe before Bumblebee, freed by Grimlock, used the weapon to first cut off the ends of Soundwave's tentacles to bring him to his knees and then freeze his body. As the generator started to fire up, Soundwave declared that Megatron would return before it was suddenly destroyed by a missile from Optimus, who had linked with Hi-Test. His mission failed, Soundwave went into stasis. He was then taken back to Cybertron by Optimus onboard ''[[Prime Force One]]'' so that Soundwave could stand trial at long last. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> [[File:Soundwave WfC GameInformer Concept Art.jpg|upright=1.66|So Soundwave, you ever going to use that giant missile pod on your shoulder?<br /> &quot;Well there was that [[Spotlight: Soundwave|one time.&quot;]]|thumb]]<br /> Soundwave took control of the orbital station [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was posted at, helping [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] to reach the [[Dark Energon]] by establishing a forward base within the station. He then directed Megatron to a Data Matrix Center in order to find a route to the Dark Energon that had not been blocked by Starscream. <br /> <br /> Later, Soundwave notified Megatron that access to the core was impossible, as it was guarded by the Omega Gate. He and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] accompanied Megatron as they led the assault on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], through which they would find and take the [[Omega Key]], opening the Omega Gate and allowing the core to be infused with Dark Energon. On their way to the [[Stellar Galleries]], Soundwave reported [[sniper (WFC)|sniper]]s, and after taking them down, Megatron infused the entrance with Dark Energon and took his team into the security station. Soundwave noticed that the batteries fed the security grid, and the trio infused each of them with Dark Energon, deactivating the security measures. Soundwave then detected the Omega Key behind their next door, and after opening it, the Decepticons arrived at the Stellar Galleries. They opened the container, finding not the key, but a message from [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Zeta Prime]], who announced that he had taken the Omega Key, anticipating Megatron's plan. Zeta sent Autobot attack forces against them, but they were swiftly taken down. Megatron ordered Soundwave to trace Zeta Prime's broadcast, and Soundwave found it came from 12.7 cycles ahead. He then noted a weak wall, and the Decepticons broke it down and entered the cities' subsystems, providing a direct route to Zeta, and the Omega Key.<br /> <br /> The group descended down a shaft and went through a tunnel, avoiding trains on the way, and after breaking down a door in a ventilation area, they were ambushed by Autobot cloakers. Soundwave dispatched them and infused Dark Energon into the batteries. Megatron congratulated him, and then ordered him to unlock the exit. Soundwave obliged, and the trio found themselves in another tunnel. Breakdown challenged Soundwave to a race, to which the Decepticon responded, in his trademark monotone, &quot;Negative.&quot; Tough crowd. Rushing through the tunnel, this time full of moving trains, the group came to a station where they infiltrated Iacon's lower levels. Soundwave detected the Omega Key at last, and suggested proceeding through the logistics station. Roughing it through the Autobot attackers, Soundwave finally determined that the key was beyond the train tunnels.<br /> <br /> Soundwave and his teammates arrived at Iacon's main streets, where they met up with [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] outside of Zeta Prime's vaults, which were impervious to the small amount of Dark Energon Megatron was capable of channeling. After Megatron's squad helped Brawl clear the area, Brawl called in the Dark Energon bombers, but they were spectacularly shot down by the planetary guns. Brawl suggested disabling them, and Soundwave assisted in carrying out the plan. Autobots advanced all around, but Soundwave and the others managed to hold them off until the next wave of bombers arrived, clearing the street and destroying the Vault doors. Soundwave joined the others on their way to the entrance, but the squad was intercepted by a [[Destroyer (WFC)|Destroyer]]. Soundwave and Breakdown split from Megatron to flank him, and eventually they rendered him non-functional. Inside the vault, they avoided Zeta's traps and finally reached the Omega Key—but it too was a trap. Zeta then attacked them, using a giant hologram and controlling the chamber to his advantage, dropping the ceiling and sending holographic brutes to attack for him while safe within an impenetrable energy shield. (Even during the battle, Soundwave was impressed by the creation of endless energon clones, to which Breakdown responded, roughly, &quot;NERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRD!&quot;) Soundwave's dorkiness proved useful in discerning the weakness of Zeta's machines—that the core rapidly overheated after prolonged use, and needed to open up in order to cool, rendering it vulnerable to attack. After the battle, Megatron plucked from Zeta's hand the &quot;key&quot;...which started to blink its lights and chirp. Zeta Prime informed them that the &quot;key&quot; he was actually a device that activated the real key: [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]].<br /> <br /> As the three Decepticons flew away to track Omega, Soundwave noticed that the &quot;key&quot; was coming for them. Omega Supreme attacked, and thrust the Decepticons' star cruiser into a wall. Crash-landing, Megatron had a change of plans; force Omega Supreme to open the Omega Gate. Soundwave noticed a Decepticon [[Dropship (WFC)|Dropship]] across the bridge, but when the squad went to investigate, Omega Supreme intercepted them. Soundwave reported that his weapons were ineffective; Megatron told his soldiers to destroy the bridge supports, causing Omega Supreme's vast bulk to collapse it. But he transformed to his ship mode, flew back up, and forced the Decepticons to retreat inside. In a frenzy, Breakdown noted that the next door was locked, and Soundwave proposed that Dark Energon could open the door, which it did. Inside, Soundwave picked up a transmission from Starscream, who announced that he would be replacing the &quot;deceased&quot; Megatron as Decepticon leader. Enraged, Megatron threatened Starscream, but Soundwave informed his leader that communication to the surface had been cut off, so Starscream could not hear him.<br /> <br /> The trio arrived at the lift, but found it to be locked down. Breaking the locks got the lift back to working condition, but on their way up, Omega Supreme returned and blasted it, forcing the Decepticons down the shaft at breakneck speed. Omega was still out there, so the emergency brakes' destruction was the Decepticons' only hope. At the bottom, they continued their journey to find a way to fight Omega Supreme—Soundwave noted that at the top of the tower were several heavy weapons emplacements which could at least theoretically damage Omega—but Omega Supreme didn't know the meaning of the word quit. (He really doesn't; not much in the processor department.) He grabbed the Decepticons, but Soundwave helped out in shooting Omega Supreme's hand, forcing him relinquishing the three from his grasp. They retreated inside a fortified Autobot position, and in order to prevent detection, Soundwave jammed their signals. Slaying the Autobots inside who dared attempt to counterattack, Soundwave unlocked the exit, which only let in more Autobots. They too, met their demise, but as Soundwave and his comrades escaped, he noticed that the Autobots' security was countering the effects of Dark Energon. Destroying the sentries turned to be a worthwhile solution, but then the Decepticons had to deal with Omega Supreme mining road. Soundwave's sensors indicated the presence of a bridge nearby, and though Breakdown was unsure, Megatron was willing to follow Soundwave's advice. Once again, Omega Supreme continued to stalk them, but Soundwave led his group to an alternate route...a dead end, to be precise, which Megatron was irritated with. Soundwave revealed that breaking a structurally-weak sealed doorway nearby took them to Iacon maintenance tunnels leading straight to the bridge terminal. When they arrived through the power conduits, Soundwave and the others fought through more Autobots and finally activated the bridge.<br /> <br /> Racing across the bridge, they barely avoided Omega Supreme's pursuit, and Soundwave located another cargo lift that would transport them straight to the heavy ion turrets. On the lift he picked up several Autobot/Decepticon signals, a sign they were approaching the battle on the surface. Soundwave participated in the slugfest, and his analysis proved that the turrets nearby had enough firepower to legitimately damage Omega Supreme. Then, he showed no mercy using the turrets to breach Omega's armour and finally topple him to the ground below.<br /> <br /> Soundwave, Breakdown, and Megatron followed Omega, and at the bottom, they were surprised to see him survive and transform into his mighty [[robot mode]]. Soundwave noted that energon batteries produced from within Cybertron were the source of Omega's limitless endurance, and further advised the team on battling Omega; avoiding his tractor beams would allow them to live, and his turrets were vulnerable, making them the prime target. When the turrets were blown, Soundwave saw that the batteries were being used to repair them, and so it became an objective to corrupt them with Dark Energon. When Omega Supreme used the batteries to heal himself, he was instead weakened, allowing the Decepticons to critically injure him. Omega Supreme was still alive even after all of that, but much weaker. Soundwave observed that his chest plating had been damaged, and Megatron ordered Soundwave and Breakdown to blast it, and Omega Supreme fell at last. Soundwave advised Megatron that now would be a good time to corrupt Omega with Dark Energon, but Megatron told Captain Obvious to shut up and did as he would have done even if Soundwave hadn't brought it up, laughing all the way.<br /> <br /> After Cybertron's Core had been infected with Dark Energon, Soundwave was reassigned as head of [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]]'s prison, and watched over (i.e., tortured) Zeta Prime in his spare time. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], and [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] led an Autobot breakout and battled Soundwave's minions [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]]. Soundwave himself sustained heavy damage leaving the safety of his position to revive and retrieve each Minicon, showing uncharaceristic concern for other living beings. Eventually, defeated and critically damaged, Soundwave desperately attempted to restore himself by absorbing life force from Zeta's very own spark. His attempt to fully heal was halted by Optimus, who even took a shot from the Decepticon intended to finish off Prime. Although Soundwave and his minions fled, the damage had already been done and Zeta Prime expired moments later. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}<br /> Soundwave hacked into the Autobot mainframe and, while Megatron and some other Decepticons kept the Autobots distracted, downloaded intel indicating the location of the Trypticon space station. As they approached the station in Megatron's ship, Soundwave reported that the inhabitants were taking up defensive positions and docking would not be possible. Though Megatron was confident they could ram the station, Soundwave turned out to be right, and they could only get close enough to drop a small team off on the debris surrounding the station. When the station was conquered and Dark Energon in Megatron's hands, Soundwave suggested it might be a good idea to test the stuff prior to use. It turned out to be unstable, and he warned it could result in destruction of its host. The Decepticons set up Kaon Prison as a testing ground and, after eleven failures, established that the Dark Energon could be used. When Barricade asked what happened to the failures, Soundwave would only say that their remains laid in the prison and creepily ask Barricade to get in the chair so he too could be infused with Dark Energon.<br /> <br /> Trypticon station required more power, so the Decepticons sent a team to Cybertron's core to reactivate the Energon Bridge. Soundwave did not anticipate the activation of latent defense systems, triggered by the Decepticon presence, because he hadn't studied the same ancient files as Starscream. Megatron ordered Soundwave to give Starscream whatever he needed, and they succeeded in activating the bridge. Soundwave reported that they were only at 37% power — the Autobots had severed the bridge's link to the core using the Omega Key. Lazerbeak intercepted an Autobot transmission indicating that Zeta Prime was hiding the Omega Key, and Megatron ordered Soundwave to assemble a strike force to obtain it. They managed to find and defeat the Autobot leader, but the Omega Key he had was only the key to awaken the real key — Omega Supreme. Once the Decepticons fought their way through the Autobot defenses, Soundwave reported they had reached Omega Supreme himself. The Decepticons defeated the giant, reestablished the link to the core and infused it with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)|War for Cybertron - Autobots/Decepticons}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave discovers that the Autobots have infiltrated the Datacore. Megatron sends him and Barricade to take care of the intrusion. The two speed out, and Soundwave must navigate a highway overgrown with Dark Energon crystals while dealing with swarms of Aerialbots before they can shut off access to the Datacore. An Autobot Destroyer blocks Soundwave's path and brings the roof down, forcing him to take an alternate route. He makes his way to a security station and downloads the information on the Autobots' advance, radioing Barricade to meet him at the assigned coordinates. When Soundwave arrives, though, he finds Barricade in the middle of a shooting gallery. The Autobots are soon joined by an aerial Destroyer, but the pair make short work of it. Soundwave intercepts a data download but cuts it off quickly, and races to intercept the escaping Autobots. Weaving his way through Dark Energon crystals and moving walls (huh?), he reaches the intercept point in time, causing Ironhide and Bumblebee to skid out of control... and right into a fusion blast from Megatron. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}&lt;!--Claudio Moneta for Italian again?--&gt;<br /> Soundwave was present when Optimus was brought to Megatron by Starscream and [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]]. He watched as [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]''' pulverised''' Megatron. He was the only one who hesitated in following Starscream. He secretly salvaged and with the help of Laserbeak, Rumble and an [[E.D.K. TechVolt]], rebuilt his glorious leader, improving on his original design. He infused Megatron with Dark Energon, and pointed his leader in the direction of Starscream. He took part in the assault on the factory the Autobots had built in the crater where Trypticon crashed, and once Megatron had rebuilt the giant Decepticon, came to power up Trypticon's power core. On Megatron's orders, Soundwave rebuilt Trypticon into the ''Nemesis'', a ship strong enough to make it towards [[Earth|the planet]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had chosen. When the Autobots launched the Ark, the ''Nemesis'' soon caught up, and Soundwave spearheaded the assault on the other ship. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon''===<br /> When Bulkhead infiltrate one of the Decepticons' Dark Energon mines to snatch away the Decepticons' Dark Energon shards, Soundwave faced off against the Autobot before he could take his leave. Soundwave was defeated, and Bulkhead took off with the shards in hand. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense''===<br /> [[File:SoundwaveTerrorconDefense.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|As awesome as he looks here, he's probably waltzing off after Bumblebee blasted him ''again''.]]<br /> Soundwave attempted to retrieve Dark Energon from a mining area but despite his army of Vehicons and Terrorcons, Bumblebee managed to stop him. He returned with more Vehicon troops in tow to procure more Dark Energon and transport it to an abandoned military base. His efforts were once again thwarted, this time by both Arcee and Bumblebee. He then aided Megatron on his final assault on the Autobots' headquarters. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[File:TransformersPrimeTheGame Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Wait, I thought Daft Punk had two guys in it.]]<br /> After [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] saved Miko, and Raf- he had to shut down the reactors in which Soundwave set up to keep Raf from hacking into the Decepticon Database. Ratchet had to shut down each reactor as Soundwave deployed Vehicons, and blocked them with forcefields. Eventually towards the end the two ended up battling; ending with Ratchet defeating Soundwave. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark''===<br /> ====Console====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> ====3DS====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (3DS)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense''===<br /> Soundwave and the other Decepticons attempted to prevent the Autobots from constructing a [[Pulsar Dish]], which would destroy the [[Energon Drain]] that the Decepticons had built in an asteroid field. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike''===<br /> Soundwave and Laserbeak engaged Optimus in aerial combat over a snowy terrain. Upon Optimus's approach, Soundwave boasted aloud that he had been observing the Autobot leader, and knew exactly how to defeat him! Despite Soundwave peppering the skies with laser-blasts and cluttering them with floating &quot;aerial mines,&quot; Optimus made short work of both Soundwave and his Deployer. As Soundwave flew off, he declared that more surveillance was need, but Optimus's defeat would nonetheless be inevitable. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike|Decepticon Strike}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundwave-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|For once, Soundwave felt inferior.]]<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundblaster-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Uh, should we really continue with the yellow highlights? It doesn't look evil enough.]]<br /> Soundwave (and Soundblaster) participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He appeared in two different bodies:<br /> *''Soundwave (FOC)'' — This Epic character first appeared in the &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini events, and could be could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.<br /> *''Soundblaster (FOC)'' — This Epic character was available to 2500 players in a &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini event, and could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.{{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: War for Cybertron===<br /> [[File:WFC Gamestop Commercial.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|The toy can do this if you try hard enough.]]<br /> [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] arrived to a location where [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], and Soundwave were battling Autobots. Megatron left, leaving Shockwave in charge. Shockwave ordered Soundwave to [[Transformation|Transform]]. Soundwave changed into Cybertronian boombox mode and played [[The Touch]]. {{storylink|Commercial#War for Cybertron|GameSpot's commercial for their Shockwave multiplayer exclusive}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: Prime===<br /> *Soundwave knows that out of all the radio transmissions in the universe, Megatron's favorite song is the ''[[My Little Pony]]: Friendship is Magic'' [[theme song|theme]]. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Song|Megatron's Favorite Song}}<br /> <br /> *Megatron was embarrassed when an episode of ''My Little Pony'' caused him to cry in front of Soundwave. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Ask Megatron|Ask Megatron}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-CybertronianSoundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|No [[Soundwave (Animated)|giant guitar]] this time!]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' two &quot;weapons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)#Toys|War for Cybertron]]'' Soundwave transforms into an SUV-style &quot;communications truck&quot;, as seen in [[Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|the video game]]. He comes with his classic shoulder launcher and rifle, both of which can be mounted on his hands, right shoulder, and rear vehicle sides via [[5mm post]]s, and store inside his opening chest (approximating the visual of cassette spools). Soundwave's head features a [[light-piping]] gimmick, but the effect is largely neutered by his painted visor. <br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#United|Soundwave Cybertron Mode]] and [[Soundwave (KOU)|''Knights of Unicron'' Soundwave]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/GenerationsSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cybertronian Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsVoyager}}<br /> [[File:Generations-SoundwaveVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With all the downsizing, Soundwave's surprised he's gotten so big.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG13'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' toys, Soundwave is a larger mold, and comes with a shoulder cannon which can peg (via 5mm post) into his hands, right shoulder, and roof/back. <br /> <br /> : He also comes with [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Generations|Laserbeak]], who utilizes Soundwave's main [[gimmick]], storing and launching Laserbeak and other &quot;[[data disc]]&quot; minions. A button to the left of his head can be pressed to open his spring-loaded chest compartment, allowing up to three data discs to be stored inside. With discs stored, his back panel/roof now acts as a plunger, which can be moved forward in either mode to launch minions out. Launched minions should land on buttons on their undersides, thus triggering their [[Flipchanger|spring-loaded transformation mechanisms]] and springing them into action! ...Hopefully.<br /> <br /> : As an undocumented feature, the seat on his vehicle roof holds ''[[Diaclone]]'' drivers (and by virtue of similar sizes, ''[[Star Wars Transformers]]'' pilots). Additionally, Soundwave's trigger finger is molded into his left hand, presumably so he can push his own eject button.<br /> <br /> : For some reason, his [[stock photography]] and [[instructions]] depict him with the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Optimus Prime]] toy's [[Ion blaster]] accessory, which isn't included with the final product.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the fourth wave of Japanese ''Generations'' toys, features different colors, using a more purple-ish metallic shade of blue and replacing almost all of his gray parts (the exceptions being his face and &quot;grill&quot;) with a much darker metallic shade. It also features none of the red and yellow [[paint operation|paint details]] on his arms and legs, and renders the seat on his roof black. He features new paint applications in addition to those not present from the Hasbro version.<br /> <br /> : The Hasbro deco of Soundwave was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as Generation 1 [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] in IDW's ''[[The Transformers: Robots in Disguise|Robots in Disguise]]'' comic series while the TakaraTomy deco of Soundwave was also repurposed as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)#Cloud|Soundwave]]. This mold was [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed into [[Blaster (FOC)#Toys|Autobot Blaster]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsSoundblaster}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-FOCSoundblaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Am I New Soundwave, or [[#Beast Hunters|Old]] [[#Deluxe|Old]] New Soundwave?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Soundblaster''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG14'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Buzzsaw/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Also available in the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations Fall of Cybertron'' toys, Soundblaster is a charcoal gray, red, gold, and yellow [[redeco]] of Voyager Class Soundwave, as is the trend with [[Soundblaster (disambiguation)|Soundblasters]]. In fact, he uses exactly the same [[paint operation|paint mask]] as Soundwave, simply changing some of the colors. He now comes with [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], a redeco of Laserbeak.<br /> <br /> : His stock photography and instructions still depict him with the ion blaster accessory which he still doesn't have.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundblaster/soundblaster.htm More information on Soundblaster at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Deluxe}}<br /> [[File:Primetoy-SoundwaveDeluxe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Toy doesn't talk, just like in the TV show!]]<br /> [[File:Prime-toy SoundwaveAM.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Good luck stickering this guy! ''You'll need it.'']]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2012-[[April 28|04-28]]'''<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Prime|Laserbeak]], Arms Micron &quot;[[Zori#Prime|Zori]]&quot; (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' toys, Soundwave transforms from a UAV not unlike the [[Wikipedia:General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper|Predator B drone]] into an angular batlike [[robot mode]]. His transformation includes a spring-loaded head that deploys automatically when his tail and thrust bottle are folded up. His vehicle mode has a [[5mm post|5mm port]] on the top of its fuselage; the robot also has 5mm sockets passing entirely through his palms. Any of these holes can mount the included Laserbeak, or he can store inside Soundwave's chest in either mode.<br /> <br /> : In wave six of the ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave was put into new packaging, which came with a DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Prime]]'' episode &quot;[[Loose Cannons]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the second wave of Japanese ''Prime'' product, has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] version. He comes with his own [[Arms Micron]], Zori, and cannons with 5mm ports and posts have been added to his wings (on his shoulders in robot mode) in order to accommodate said gimmick. Many of the Hasbro [[paint operation]]s have also been removed and replaced with numerous, small, customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, including ones for his tiny sculpted kneecaps, which are practically guaranteed to peel off at the sides. In addition, the [[instructions]] for applying the stickers unfortunately contain an error, with the placement of stickers 14 and 15 being swapped around.<br /> <br /> :This mold was redecoed into two [[Battle Android Trooper|Stealth B.A.T.s]] which were sold with [[Cobra Commander|Old Snake]] through the [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] as a &quot;Club Crossover&quot; exclusive toy, also available to the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Hasbro Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1501.html Arms Micron Soundwave gallery at Alfes's blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[File:PrimeBHtoy-Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yeah, being lost in the wilderness for a couple of months will do that to you.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ravage]], Talon Grapple Cannon<br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime:]] [[Beast Hunters (toyline)|Beast Hunters]]'' Deluxe Class toys, Soundwave is a redeco and extensive [[retool]] of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Soundwave mold, and transforms into a spiky aerial drone with a massive wingspan and three tail-fins. Aside from the usual peg-holes on his fuselage and palms, his wings have been retooled with two new peg-holes, with one on each wing. Instead of Laserbeak, Soundwave features a new partner in the form of Ravage, who is a robotic jaguar that transforms into a thing that fits into Soundwave's chest.<br /> <br /> :Soundwave also comes with the &quot;[[Talon Grapple Cannon]]&quot;, a spring-loaded launcher that fires a [[missile]] with an opening &quot;claw&quot; at the end, with the missile and launcher being tied together with a length of string. The launcher itself features an additional peg on each side, and its main peg is sculpted to be able to fit in the specially-shaped socket on his chest, allowing the cannon to mount on his vehicle mode underside when Ravage is removed.<br /> <br /> :His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2|second chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :This toy also served as the basis of the non-toy ''Beast Wars: Uprising'' incarnation of [[Botanica (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Botanica]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Beast Hunters'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Go!===<br /> [[File:TF-GO-G18-Hunter-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Megatron's optics were quickly poked out.]]<br /> *'''Hunter Soundwave''' (2013-[[April 27|04-27]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G18'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Go!|Ravage]], &quot;Capture Anchor&quot; weapon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Hunter Soundwave is a redeco of the ''Beast Hunters'' Deluxe Class Soundwave toy, featuring a different blue, white, and black color scheme with a red faceplate. The back of the packaging erroneously depicts the ''Beast Hunters'' version of the toy.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[File:BHtoy Cyberverse Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now let's see [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Laserbeak]] pop out of ''this'' guy's chest.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Legion, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 005'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' [[Cyberverse#Series 3|Series 3 Cyberverse]] Legion Class toys, Soundwave is a smaller-scale toy. He comes with a &quot;Sonic Saw&quot; rifle with a chainsaw bayonet, and the weapon features four [[C joint|3mm posts]] and two ports, allowing it to peg onto any of the ports on Soundwave's hands, forearms/wings, and back/fuselage. This weapon, in varying colors, was also used by [[Hun-Gurrr (Prime)|Hun-Gurrr]], [[Smokescreen (Prime)#Cyberverse|Smokescreen]], and the [[Vehicon (Prime)#CyberverseAir|Air Vehicon]].<br /> <br /> : Although the paint operations for the head and the &quot;collar&quot; are mostly [[show-accuracy|show-accurate]], the fact that the black paint operations also include the [[mouthplate]] (which is silver on the [[character model|animation model]]), combined with the purple paint operations on each side of the mouthplate, makes it look as if Soundwave had a huge black head with two purple eyes. This was later amended to some degree by a [[Variant|running change]] that gave the face a slightly darker, more glossy paint job. Soundwave was later redecoed as ''The Last Knight'' [[Ravenspar]].<br /> <br /> : In 2017, this Soundwave also saw release as a one of the 3 random free Legion Class gifts for the Walmart exclusive Blu-Ray release of the [[Transformers (film)|four]] [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|live]]-[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|action]] [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|movies]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/CybLegSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cyberverse Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EZ}}<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (EZ Collection, 2013-[[October 26|10-26]])<br /> **''ID number'': '''EG-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[EZ Collection#Transformers: EZ Collection|EZ Collection]]'' single packed figures, Soundwave is a minimal redeco of Hasbro's Legion Class Soundwave figure, using an ever-so-slightly lighter shade of metallic blue for the base plastic color, while the black paint operations on the abdomen and knees get changed to metallic gray. The paint mask is mostly identical, with the only exception being the head: TakaraTomy's version ditches show-accuracy and instead limits the black paint operation to the mouthplace, which helps making it more obvious where exactly the head ends.&lt;ref name=&quot;cvezcomp&quot;&gt;[http://ofensau.wordpress.com/2014/06/04/beast-hunters-cyberverse-legion-class-soundwave-vs-ez-collection-soundwave/ Beast Hunters Cyberverse Legion Class Soundwave vs. EZ Collection Soundwave]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2015)===<br /> ====Warrior Class====<br /> [[File:Warrior-soundwave.jpg|right|thumb|300px|[https://twitter.com/HI_R/status/797139965519876096/ Super Soundwave FUSION!!!].]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Warrior, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> :Part of the ''[[Combiner Force]]'' subline imprint of the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' toyline, Soundwave transforms from chunky robot into a Cybertronian armored truck. His package art shows his head with the addition of a faceplate, for more of a [[Soundwave (G1)|Generation 1 look]]; this design is known to exist as a pretooled alternate head for the toy, thanks to a (thus far) one-off misassembled figure using it. Although this is undocumented, the shoulder cannon can be hidden inside the truck mode by sliding it between Soundwave's thighs and securing it with the hollows of his feet.<br /> <br /> :The shoulder cannon has its own swivel joint, allowing it to angle up (but not down), and can be rotated in the socket. It can also be removed and placed in Soundwave's hand, with some difficulty; however, without the shoulder turret in place, Soundwave's upper torso has a tendency to swing forward.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Activator}}<br /> <br /> ====Activator Combiners====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Activator-Combiners-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Laserbeak &amp; Soundwave''' (Activators, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|OneStep}}<br /> <br /> ====One-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-1-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (1-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|3Step}}<br /> <br /> ====3-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-3-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (3-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Kinder Surprise===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Only available inside a blindpacked chocolate egg as part of Kinder's ''Transformers: Prime'' series, this buildable Soundwave mini-figure consists of a generic &quot;cog&quot; onto which his limbs and armor can be clipped to construct him. He has articulation on his shoulders and upper legs.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===Mashems===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Available in a 2-pack with Optimus Prime he is a super deformed version of Soundwave and is also made out of a very squishy material. <br /> :Another version of him came in a 6-pack with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Ratchet, and Megatron. He is identical too his previous release.<br /> :He was realesed in a blind box and has a different head sculpt.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:TfprimeSoundwavePredator.jpg|thumb|But can he replay footage of &quot;[[Operation: Firestorm]]&quot;?]]<br /> [[File:VectorSigmaBotBuilderSoundwave.jpg|thumb|Deep Desert Soundwave.]]<br /> *In ''War for Cybertron'', Soundwave transforms into a Cybertronian truck during gameplay, and his toy does the same, having only one [[alternate mode]]. However, the game also features a Cybertronian boombox mode, seen during a cutscene and the credits (in addition to a commercial for the Shockwave pre-order bonus), which the toy can approximate with some fiddling. In a ''Fall of Cybertron'' easter egg, he also briefly adopts a Cybertronian lamp post, in homage to [[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|the first episode of the Generation 1 cartoon]].<br /> *Despite his toy and concept art appearance, Soundwave has a [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Generation 1|yellow]] visor in the War for Cybertron game. This was changed to red for the Fall of Cybertron sequel (perhaps displaying, in-universe, his furthered dedication to the Decepticon cause?).<br /> *According to the [[Transformers Hall of Fame]] biography, Soundwave [[Perceptor (Animated)|deleted his emotions to process information more quickly]], and is susceptible to [[Cyber Missions 1|too many sonic booms]].<br /> *[[Duane Capizzi]] said Soundwave can speak, but just chooses not to for his many appearances in ''Prime'' and his ''Robots in Disguise'' debut. The decision was to contrast Soundwave with the overly talkative Starscream,&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/bonus-q--a-with-transformers-prime-creators---answered-171430/ TFW2005 Q&amp;A January 2011]&lt;/ref&gt; and at [[BotCon 2011]], the staff compared Soundwave to [[Boba Fett]]. Instead, he records what he overhears and replays it with a mechanical echo that is very similar to the echo of his G1 counterpart. &lt;s&gt;Sorry, [[Frank Welker|Frank]], only [[Megatron (WFC)|one character]] for now...&lt;/s&gt; But when he ''does'' talk in &quot;Minus One&quot;, he sounds a lot like Frank Welker. Surprisingly, Soundwave drops his vow of silence altogether in his later appearances in the &quot;[[Combiner Force]]&quot; portion of ''Robots in Disguise''.<br /> *Soundwave's prehensile tentacles are reminiscent of [[Soundwave (ROTF)|another Soundwave]], although they are significantly less naughty.<br /> *Soundwave's body parts are available to use in the Hub website's [[Vector Sigma Bot Builder]] online game. Normally, you cannot configure a generic 'bot using all Soundwave parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> *The manner in which Soundwave deploys Laserbeak in ''Transformers: Prime'' is similar to that the [[Breastforce]] from ''Transformers: Victory''.<br /> *In one of the rare noticeable instances of physical change within the &quot;Aligned&quot; continuity family, Soundwave's appearance in ''Combiner Force'' is heavily influenced by his ''War for Cybertron'' body, though he retains his head design from ''Prime''.<br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Night Attack Mode''' (ナイトアタックモード ''Naito Atakku Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Balo, Jida, Zori<br /> : In this mode, shown on his box-back photo, Soundwave uses the two-Micron weapon [[Spike Hammer Rod]], while [[Jida]] in &quot;Defense Shield&quot; mode hangs on his left shoulder. What exactly makes all this ideal for nighttime attacks is anyone's guess.<br /> <br /> *'''Jet Mode''' (ジェットモード ''Jetto Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Gora (x2), Zori<br /> : Meant simply for flying in fast and blowing crap up, this heavily modified version of Soundwave requires some real work. Because of all the recycled non-''Transformers'' parts in this mode, TakaraTomy designer [[Takashi Nakase]] has nicknamed this version &quot;Recycle Mode&quot;. Two jet thruster/fuel tanks are created using bottles from a Japanese &quot;common yogurt drink&quot; and a pair of [[Gora]]s painted up silver, with snipped Arms Micron sprues added on for detail. Soundwave also carries a large weapon made from Zori, a plastic fork, and more sprues. Yes, a plastic fork. You read that correctly.<br /> : There is also a vehicle mode configuration for this Arms Up Mode, with the massive turbines on the end of Soundwave's wings and the weapon on top of the main body. The whole shebang can be seen [http://youtu.be/QJUMhgggH-Q in this TakaraTomy developer video on YouTube].<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Soundwave''' (サウンドウェーブ ''Saundowēbu''), '''Soundblaster''' (サウンドブラスター ''Saundoburasutā'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Shēng-pō''' (Taiwan, 聲波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;), '''Shēngbō''' (China, 声波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Barkhan''' (Бархан, &quot;Dune&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Council members]]<br /> [[Category:Cyberverse]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Go! Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Gladiators]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Spies]]<br /> [[Category:Surveillance specialists]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Decepticons]]</div>

Technospike https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Soundwave_(WFC)&diff=1254653 2018-04-23T02:24:56Z

<p>Technospike: /* Mashems */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambigm|Soundwave (disambiguation)|Soundblaster (disambiguation)}}<br /> :''Soundwave is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:Soundwave Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&lt;center&gt;&quot;...&quot;&lt;/center&gt;| No eyes...always watching...]]<br /> '''Soundwave''' (aka '''Soundblaster''') is the spy master of the Decepticons. One of [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s earliest followers, and, many believe, instrumental to his rise, he uses his tentacles and a veritable army of [[Mini-Con]] [[Deployer (WFC)|Deployer]]s to learn everything there is to know about his allies and his enemies. He was never very chatty, but these days, on Earth, he's become near silent, communicating by playing back recordings of other people's conversations. He just sneaks about, patiently looking for Autobot transmissions and creeping [[Starscream (WFC)|you]] out.<br /> <br /> Soundwave often finds himself acting as a restraint on [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], reining in his rather volatile emotions, and ensuring that Starscream's less than subtle ambitions are held in check. Indeed, this applies to every soldier amongst the Decepticon ranks. Even a treacherous schemer like Starscream has very good reason to fear Soundwave; his ferocity and strength from his gladiator days have not lessened in the slightest, rendering him a deadly foe to any Autobot, or [[Airachnid (Prime)|treacherous Decepticon]] seeking to usurp Megatron. This undying loyalty to his master, as well as their long history together, have attained him a lofty, high position in the Decepticon hierarchy. While [[Dreadwing (Prime)|others]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|may]] have officially held the rank of [[second-in-command]], Soundwave may be the true bearer of that distinction, out of sheer loyalty to the Decepticon leader. As long as Soundwave is around, Megatron has nothing to fear.<br /> <br /> It's not just loyalty to Megatron that makes Soundwave such an effective soldier, however. Soundwave wouldn't be caught dead employing ''Bond'' villain tactics; he is concise and pragmatic in all of his endeavors. If he doesn't personally harm you during an outing, don't consider it an act of mercy or decency. You're not a part of his mission and not worth considering. [[Primus]] help you if you're in the way or you ''are'' his mission.<br /> <br /> Soundwave has the ability to receive transmissions from anywhere on the planet, bar the shielded Autobot Base. This allows him to spy on every being on the planet in the hopes of picking up Autobot-related communications. He is also adept in his use of [[GroundBridge]]s during combat, dealing many a foe a frustrating defeat by virtue of them simply not being able to get to him.<br /> <br /> Although he usually works with [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]], Soundwave's range of Mini-Con subordinates also include [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (WFC)|Ravage]], [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]], [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], [[Zori]], [[Stuntwing]], [[Trickout]], [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]], and [[Goldgear]].<br /> <br /> {{quote|Watch out for the quiet ones.|[[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]|&quot;[[One Shall Rise, Part 3]]&quot;}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Covenant of Primus''===<br /> <br /> Soundwave emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] sometime during or before the [[Age of Wrath]]. As the [[Quintesson]]s took control of Cybertron, they helped establish civilization across the planet, and a ruling body of Cybertronians to oversee the day-to-day activities the Quints wished the Cybertronians to perform. An election was held that named [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Zeta]] as Prime, and Soundwave became a member of his council of thirteen.<br /> <br /> As the age went on, however, Sentinel and his council became suspicious of the Quintessons and ultimately began to plot against the totalitarian rule of these &quot;benevolent invaders&quot;. Although the council kept their true intentions secret, active cells of rebellion broke out independently on Cybertron. A scientist named [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] was the first to translate the Quintesson written language for the rebels, and Soundwave's surveillance abilities acquired this information for the council as well.<br /> <br /> After the Quintessons were eventually overthrown, Soundwave and the council ushered in the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, reverse-engineering Quintesson technology and making their own innovations. A [[Space bridge]] network was used in conjunction with cyberforming equipment to create colony worlds, carrying Cybertronians to the stars. A mechanism was even discovered for carrying the Well's life-giving power to other worlds, allowing energon and Cybertronian life to flourish there as well. Soundwave was present at the lighting of the ceremonial torch that carried the spark of the Well to the first colony world of [[Archon]].<br /> <br /> But then, disaster. A [[Rust Plague]] sprang up on the colonies, virulent and incurable. The council made the dark decision to destroy the space bridges, cutting their colonists off forevermore. What followed was the so-called [[Age of Rust]], where Cybertron failed to find new inspiration after the disastrous end of their colonization program, and a metaphorical rust settled in to the population as well. Soundwave was the most vocal member of the council in trying to find something, ''anything'', to strive for and renew the population's interest. But the council's ennui was deep by this point, and they lacked the drive to push forward any new plans. As the other councilors talked about more research, more time, Soundwave denounced them all as doing nothing BUT talk, and renounced words altogether. He abandoned his position on the council and took a vow of silence, letting his actions speak for him from that point forward. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|Covenant of Primus}}<br /> <br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> Soundwave was a gladiator from [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]] who almost bested [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] in combat, an act that created mutual respect between the two. Soundwave saw in Megatron a desire to return to the swashbuckling spirit of the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, when Cybertronians emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] having to escape from the [[Underworld]]'s monsters rather than being put into a [[caste system|caste]]. He was appointed Megatron's lieutenant with [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. Though Megatron despised Minicons, Soundwave insisted on having them around to spy on their gladiators, including the time when Megatron's librarian friend [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Orion Pax]] came to visit. He was suspicious of Orion and even asked permission from Megatron to tail him as he returned to [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]].<br /> <br /> After [[Decepticon]]s bombed Cybertron in Megatron's name, Soundwave sent [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]] and [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] to search for the [[Matrix of Leadership]] in [[Crystal City]] (a place which design he always found self-indulgent). Soundwave was not sure whether he should have bothered, as he was not superstitious and wondered what use a piece of a [[Star Saber (Prima)|broken sword]] could be. Instead he got chilling indications Crystal City's scientists were planning to revive [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]]. <br /> <br /> [[File:WFCcomicDecepticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;Yeah, this look is cool now, but I don't think I'll have it ''forever'': I mean, who'd like to [[GEEWUN|see things looking the same for over twenty five years]], right guys? ...guys?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Soundwave attended Orion and Megatron's hearing before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]]. During this meeting, Soundwave helped to sow discord and tension by loudly shouting his complaints over security breaches that, in truth, he himself had caused. The Council noted that they were aware someone had tried to find the Matrix, and they appointed Orion [[Prime (rank)|Prime]] and requested he find it. This tore Orion and Megatron's movement in two.<br /> <br /> During the final days of the war, Soundwave and his minions' research changed the fate of Cybertron. It was they who found the areas of the [[DataNet]] that [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] had overlooked and not deleted, revealing the existence of [[Dark Energon]] on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] Station. It was he who remembered the [[Geosynchronous Energon Bridge]] below Crystal City that allowed for the mass transportation of Dark Energon between Cybertron and Trypticon. And it was the evidence he got from Rumble and Frenzy when they infiltrated Crystal City that revealed the existence of the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]] and its two [[Code Key]]s, which enabled Megatron to poison the [[Core]] of Cybertron.<br /> <br /> When Optimus removed the Chamber from the Core, beginning the planet's slow healing process, Soundwave boarded the ''Nemesis'' with Megatron, [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Lugnut (WFC)|Lugnut]] to pursue the Autobot ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'' into the unknown reaches of space. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> <br /> {{note|Soundwave's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic &quot;[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|Transformers: War for Cybertron]].&quot;}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave regained consciousness on board the ''Nemesis'' after emerging from the energy field created by the Space Bridge explosion over Cybertron. While Megatron demanded a status report, Soundwave was already deep at work in a console attempting to determine the answer. Along with Starscream and Megatron, Soundwave examined the tracking reports and confirmed Starscream's assumption that the ''Ark'' was likely not too far away. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Ask Vector Prime===<br /> In [[Uniend 610.23 Zeta]], {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}} [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] feared that if he or [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] knew the whereabouts of the [[AllSpark]], Soundwave would be able to find it. {{storylink|Bumblebee at Tyger Pax}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Germán Fabregat]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Arto Nieminen]] (Finnish)}}<br /> When a gladiator calling himself Megatronus vowed to challenge Cybertron's leadership, Soundwave was his first follower and chief amongst them. Soundwave remained at Megatronus' side, now Megatron, as the conflict escalated into a war. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} After finding out that the Decepticon scientist [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had used Rumble and Frenzy as test subjects in his experiment to swap the sparks of Decepticons between different bodies, he demanded that Shockwave return them to their original bodies, to which Shockwave complied. {{storylink|Unreliable Narratives}} Following the [[Great Exodus]], when the Decepticons were trying to decrypt an encoded Autobot transmission, Soundwave suggested they should let Shockwave have a shot at interrogating [[Arcee (WFC)|Arcee]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]]. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons later arrived on [[Earth]]. During a Decepticon attack on Cliffjumper, Soundwave intercepted Arcee's comms talk. He later played it back to Starscream, prompting the Decepticon leader to send the drones after her. He later detected transmissions coming from deep space, that prompted the Decepticons to fire up the [[space bridge]], allowing Megatron to return. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} <br /> <br /> [[File:DarknessRising5-Soundwaveturn.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|''Voice actor:'' [[Snake-Eyes]] (English).]]<br /> Shortly after Megatron left the ship on a mission, Starscream wondered aloud if Megatron had a touch of space madness, and Soundwave reminded him that their absent leader was still in charge. Starscream told him to step up global surveillance. Soundwave subsequently intercepted a transmission from [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] and, on Starscream's order, dispatched [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] to capture the agent to learn the location of the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} When the Autobots attacked the ''Nemesis'' to retrieve Fowler, slaughtering dozens of their soldiers, Soundwave hid. He simply watched when Megatron returned and took his fury out on Starscream on the bridge for not waiting on his command. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> Starscream sent Soundwave to the [[Giant Sized Array]] radio telescope in [[Texas]] as they needed to use the array to target the space bridge at [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Soundwave hacked into the computer network at the site, but after he had lined up the dishes, someone realigned them. In response to Starscream's demands as to what was happening, he tapped into the base's security system and discovered that the Autobots' three human friends were in a nearby room, similarly accessing the computer. He extended a tentacle into the room they were in and attacked them. When [[Miko Nakadai|Miko]] tried to chop the tentacle with an ax, Soundwave took it from her and used it to sever the computer system's hardline, locking the dishes on Cybertron. The three kids entered the room in time to see him leaving, and Miko and Soundwave snapped photos of each other. <br /> <br /> [[File:MastersStudents-Soundwavesradar.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|See how much more convincing I am as a [[:File:Cybertronsoundwave.jpg|communications tower]] with this look?]]<br /> <br /> Because of Soundwave's success, the Autobots resorted to sabotaging the space bridge, blowing it up and taking Megatron with it. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}} At Starscream's order, Soundwave activated the comm system so Starscream could give a speech to the troops, declaring himself leader. Failing to impress the Vehicons, Starscream pressed Soundwave's sensors into locating [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]], a Decepticon secreted in a pod in the desert. Starscream and Soundwave reactivated Skyquake, only to find he wasn't receptive to Starscream's leadership, and instead set about fighting [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]. Soundwave detected a Decepticon signal from the site where the space bridge exploded, and when Starscream went to investigate, Soundwave sent Laserbeak to keep Starscream honest while he himself filmed the battle between Skyquake and Optimus and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Though the outcome of the fight was not favorable to the Decepticon cause, Soundwave was able to ensure that Starscream returned Megatron's barely-functioning body to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave intercepted a transmission from [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] who was heading for Earth. At Starscream's order, he downloaded the necessary information to [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]], who took on Wheeljack's form and infiltrated the Autobot base. As Starscream and Soundwave paid a visit to the captive Wheeljack, Soundwave prevented his leader from terminating their prisoner, as he might be of use later. The two 'Cons retired to the ship's top deck to wait for Makeshift to activate the [[GroundBridge]], however Wheeljack broke free and started trashing the Vehicons. When Wheeljack escaped through the ground bridge and sent back Makeshift with his grenade activated, Soundwave and Starscream made sure to get well clear before he exploded. {{storylink|Con Job}} During another Autobot operation, Soundwave listened in on their comm chatter, prompting Starscream to send some Vehicons to attack. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Deusex-Soundwavecrouching.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|And that's why there's no [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]].]]<br /> When [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] mentioned seeing an [[Energon Harvester]] in a fresco in [[Greece]], Soundwave was able to track the device's location to a museum. Breakdown and [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] kept the Autobots busy in front of the museum while Soundwave sneaked in the back. He ran into [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] and [[Jack Darby|Jack]], who were already in the process of stealing the Harvester, and grabbed it from them before making a getaway in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SickMind-Soundwaveobjects.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|&quot;Let me see some tenderness connected with a death, or that dark chamber, Spirit, which we left just now, will be forever present to me.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Starscream and Knock Out made a concerted attempt to convince Soundwave that Megatron was beyond saving, and that the only option left to them was euthanasia. Soundwave remained skeptical, and pointed out the patch cable that Arcee and Bumblebee was using to access Megatron's brain. Megatron's life support was damaged during the ensuing confusion, and though it seemed Starscream and Knock Out were content to leave Megatron flat-lining, Soundwave pressured them into reconnecting the cable sustaining their master. {{storylink|Sick Mind}}<br /> <br /> After Megatron's resurrection, Soundwave kept him informed regarding Starscream's activities, including his attempt to resurrect Skyquake with the Dark Energon shard ripped from Megatron's chest, and the loss of his arm. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Soundwave watched as Breakdown was captured by [[MECH]], and reported back to Starscream. He was on the bridge of the ''Nemesis'' when Starscream passed the news on to Megatron, who was less than impressed that Breakdown had been taken by a bunch of humans. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} He detected the magnetic anomaly caused by the [[polarity gauntlet]], causing Megatron to send Breakdown to go look for it. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Starscream headed to a stripped Energon Mine to discover mining drills still there. Starscream attempted to blame this on Soundwave. Megatron told Starscream that Soundwave had been filling him in on the second-in-command's activities. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Soundwave listened to Starscream's confessions after Megatron nearly terminated the second-in-command. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SoundwavePlayingSparkbeat..jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|He's playing Dubstep.]]<br /> When the new Decepticon space bridge was nearing completion, Soundwave supplied a diagram of the last component they needed. After they obtained said component, Megatron left the ship on a mission of his own. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] began searching the ship for the Decepticon leader and Megatron instructed Soundwave to send Prime to him. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} Soundwave translated tremors coming from the [[Earth's core]] into sound, revealing it to be a heartbeat. Megatron did not appreciate this, as it was making his head hurt. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}} After Megatron left the ship to talk to [[Unicron]], Soundwave monitored the comms channels for his master's return. When [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] suggested considering a future without Megatron, Soundwave ominously looked at her. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwavelayingdownthelaw.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|left|YOU! SHALL NOT! PASS!]]<br /> Soundwave continued to try to find some sign of Megatron. When Airachnid announced Megatron wasn't coming back and ordered the ship to [[Regulon Four]], Soundwave decided it was time to lay down the law. He defied Airachnid, who angrily attacked him, but the Decepticon spy master quickly proceeded to defeat Airachnid. Upon Unicron's defeat, Soundwave detected Megatron's signal and activated the GroundBridge, bowing in respect with the other Decepticons as Megatron entered the bridge of the ship. He had to hold Breakdown back when they saw that Megatron was accompanied by Optimus Prime. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> With Optimus amnesiac and believing himself to be archivist Orion Pax, Soundwave made sure the ship's data core was clear of any incriminating evidence so Orion could be put to work decrypting information they'd stolen from the Iacon archives. When Arcee managed to get on board the ship to look for the lost Autobot leader, Soundwave made deft use of the GroundBridge to get her back off before Orion could see her. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} When Orion eventually learned the truth, Soundwave relayed the news to Megatron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} He also notified Megatron when activity was detected on Cybertron, indicating that the Autobots had gone there in an attempt to help Optimus. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> When Megatron was angry after having had the [[spark extractor|latest find]] snatched from his hands, Soundwave reminded him there were still two more sets of coordinates to investigate. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Soundwave was present when Megatron unsuccessfully tested the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}} He played back footage of Skyquake's demise for [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]]. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave continued to try to decode more data from the Iacon archives, in a continuation of Orion Pax's work. When Airachnid requested Megatron's approval to take point in the hunt for the relics, Megatron requested that Soundwave remind him of her previous words when she planned to abandon him. Later, after Dreadwing and Breakdown's failure to execute her, Soundwave began tracing Airachnid's location during her communication to the ''Nemesis'' for Megatron. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, Soundwave reviewed security footage and discovered that Bulkhead had been the one to cause it. Megatron brought it back online using Dark Energon, though the ship's guiding intelligence proved uncontrollable by the Decepticons. Soundwave plugged himself into the flight console in an attempt to regain control, but was zapped into stasis. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Triage Soundwave visor reflection.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|You--cracked--my--visor! [[Knock Out (Prime)|Prepare for sur...]] wait, wrong line.]]<br /> He was on the ''Nemesis'' bridge when Knock Out left to find the first of the four relics decoded by the ship, {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and saw Dreadwing off to find the second relic as well. {{storylink|Triangulation}} After Megatron received word from Hardshell that the artifact he had been sent to retrieve was [[Tox-En]], {{storylink|Toxicity}} Soundwave was dispatched to find the last of the four relics. Soundwave encountered the ''[[Jackhammer (Prime)|Jackhammer]]'' and used Laserbeak as a distraction. He soon uncovered the [[Resonance Blaster]], only to be attacked by [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]]. Though the Autobot managed to crack his visor, Soundwave triumphed, and was only stopped from dispatching Wheeljack by an SOS from Laserbeak. He picked up Laserbeak and returned to the ''Nemesis'', where Knock Out discovered a grenade implanted in the deployer. Once the offending item was removed, Soundwave returned to his work decrypting the Iacon database, unaware that the Autobots had also implanted a virus in Laserbeak, which passed into the computer and began transmitting the database to the Autobots' mainframe. {{storylink|Triage (episode)|Triage}} He returned to the bridge to listen to Megatron complain about how ineffective everyone else was, and watched [[Hardshell (Prime)|Hardshell]] and Knock Out argue. {{storylink|Hurt}}<br /> <br /> When [[Silas|Cylas]] came to the Decepticons with the offer of a [[Project Damocles]] satellite, Soundwave was sent to a military base in [[Colorado]] to get the codes so they could control the satellite from the ''Nemesis''. He hacked into the computer, giving him the ability to use the satellite even as he was downloading the codes for it, but failed to stop Raf from knocking the satellite out of orbit. He retreated as the Autobots reached his position. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> With new information about where the Autobots' human friends lived, Soundwave had Laserbeak patrol the area around [[Jasper]]. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} Soundwave succeeded in decoding another set of coordinates, and Megatron sent him with a decoy Iacon relic to draw the Autobots off. While he managed to keep Optimus Prime's team occupied for a lengthy period of time, it was not long enough, and by the time he returned to the ''Nemesis'', Optimus had gotten hold of the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy (episode)|Legacy}} Continuing his work, Soundwave decoded more coordinates and reported them to Megatron while the latter forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}} <br /> <br /> When Megatron returned from victory, he told Soundwave, in great detail, how he had destroyed the Star Saber with his own blade. He soon had two more sets of coordinates downloaded, resulting in Knock Out securing an [[Omega Key]]. When the final set decoded into an image of [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]], Soundwave joined Laserbeak in the field to capture the Autobot rookie. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} He was on hand to show the image he'd decoded to Smokescreen. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After firing up the space bridge so Megatron could go to Cybertron, Soundwave told Starscream about what he'd discovered regarding the location of the Autobots' human allies. He later helped Starscream kidnap the three kids and transport them to Cybertron for use as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}} After handing over Raf in exchange for an [[Omega Key]], Soundwave took part in the activation of the [[Omega Lock]]. He survived the lock's destruction at the hands of Optimus Prime, and returned to Earth with the others. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> <br /> During the hunt for the scattered Autobots, Soundwave dispatched Laserbeak to monitor an attempt to off Jack Darby. The attack resulted in an explosion that took out Laserbeak, and though Soundwave worked, he was unable to retrieve any further surveillance data from the salvaged, charred Deployer. He opened a space bridge to Cybertron, through which Knock Out returned from a mission accompanied by the long-missing [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. {{storylink|Darkmount, NV}} Soundwave was present when Starscream proudly showed off the dancing monkey picture he'd found and later when Shockwave brought [[Predaking (Prime)|a Predacon]] to Earth. {{storylink|Scattered}} {{storylink|Prey (episode)|Prey}} As Starscream dispatched troops to deal with a number of Autobot signals, Soundwave tried to point out that their army was being spread thinly. He suggested that the Autobots were likely to be using the ''[[Harbinger]]'' as a base, but [[Darkmount (Earth)|Darkmount]] came under attack before the Decepticons had a chance to act on the information. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}<br /> <br /> He was forced to repair the ''Nemesis'' communication dish after the Predacon damaged it. {{storylink|Plus One (Prime)|Plus One}} Soundwave GroundBridged to Shockwave's aid in [[Texas]], when the other Decepticon came under attack from Autobots. With the help of Laserbeak, Soundwave managed to take down Optimus Prime and deftly GroundBridged a fragment of Predacon remains back to the ''Nemesis'' before the Autobots could get their hands on it. {{storylink|Project Predacon}}<br /> <br /> When a plague inadvertently engineered by Knock Out and Starscream began spreading through the Vehicon population, Soundwave oversaw cleanup efforts. His group of Vehicons and Insecticons moved through the ship, destroying the infected, until the Insecticons suddenly broke off from the operation. He followed them, and on discovering that Airachnid was out of stasis and controlling them once more, used the space bridge to transport both her and the Insecticons to one of Cybertron's moons. {{Storylink|Thirst}} Soundwave hung around during a Decepticon meeting to determine what to do about the potential threat of the Predacons. {{storylink|Evolution}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwave Mocks.jpg|thumb|left|:)|upright=1.4]]<br /> As the Decepticons gathered resources to rebuild the Omega Lock, Soundwave monitored some Vehicons stealing materials. He activated the GroundBridge for them when the Autobots turned up, but he himself was shot down by Optimus Prime and crashed into power lines, disabling himself. The Autobots took him back to their shielded base and attempted to interrogate him to find out what Megatron's plans were, but Soundwave merely erased his data and crashed his own hard drives before breaking his vow of silence to convey a message:<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|''Soundwave superior. Autobots inferior.''}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave remained offline until Laserbeak arrived and reactivated him with new orders—capture Ratchet. {{storylink|Minus One}} After returning to the ''Nemesis'' with Ratchet, Soundwave helped attempt to persuade his prisoner to cooperate by showing him pictures of the kids and the current Autobot base. {{storylink|Persuasion}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons were puzzled when they picked up Laserbeak's signal outside the warship, as Laserbeak was still attached to Soundwave's torso. {{storylink|Synthesis}} Stationed on the bridge during the Autobot attack on the warship, Soundwave used the GroundBridge to send the Wreckers to a different part of the ship. When the bridge was next attacked by Miko wearing the Apex Armor, Soundwave opened another GroundBridge and advanced on her menacingly, only for Raf to open a second GroundBridge directly behind him. The conflicting energies trapped Soundwave in the [[shadowzone (dimension)|Shadowzone]]. {{storylink|Deadlock}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan ''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[File:Titan4.2 Soundwave listen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1| You look different, Soundwave. Did you do something different with your entire face?]]<br /> During the war, Soundwave took part in a mission led by Megatron to invade [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and destroy the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. The team had barely made it in before Soundwave detected that they'd been spotted and the five Decepticons had to take cover. Following a failed gambit which expended the other three team members, Megatron gave Soundwave a bomb. While his leader caused a distraction, Soundwave ran to plant the bomb, only to be struck by blasts from [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|one of the defenders]]. Megatron picked up his wounded second-in-command and helped him to safety, along with the other three Decepticons. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Soundwave somehow slipped some code into ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' to hypnotise Raf into opening the GroundBridge so they could send Vehicons through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} When Soundwave's plan to ambush the Autobots in [[The Wave]] went badly, he fired his remote-controlled hand at [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. The hand lodged in the scout's chest and later emerged when Bumblebee and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] were asleep. Despite trying its best to kill Bumblebee, Soundwave's hand was strapped to a firework and shot high into the air. Starscream and Soundwave later scoured the desert for the missing hand and managed to find at least one finger. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> Megatron had Soundwave broadcast his intent to wreck the [[Statue of Liberty]] to the world's media. Unfortunately the US military intercepted all the transmissions before they could be received, leaving Megatron very unhappy with his communications officer. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.13|Protecting the Lady}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.18|Power Outage}}}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Eaglemoss ''Prime'' Comics===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Horrible TV}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Toy bios===<br /> When Soundwave was severely damaged, his loyal Deployers set to work repairing him. Utilizing the ancient, mysterious science of an alien world, they succeeded, and Soundwave was revived. To reflect the fact that he was no longer content with just being the Decepticons' communications specialist, he renamed himself &quot;'''Soundblaster'''&quot;, and took on a more combative role. {{storylink|#GenerationsSoundblaster|Voyager Class Soundblaster}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> Soundwave intercepted a message between [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] indicating that the pair were heading for a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. As [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] headed out to tail the two Autobots, Soundwave monitored events on [[Earth]] to make sure no one else was following. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2}} When Predaking came back alone with the news Megatron had apparently perished in an explosion, Soundwave and the other Decepticons immediately suspected [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was responsible. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe''===<br /> Soundwave was one of the many Decepticons who pursued the [[AllSpark]] to Earth. He participated in an enormous battle against the Autobots in a human settlement. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe|The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe}}<br /> <br /> ===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Lin Dongfu]] (Chinese), [[János Bácskai]] (Hungarian)}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 36 Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Team Bee can't touch this.]]<br /> Trapped in the Shadowzone, Soundwave followed Megatron back to Earth, but got stuck on the planet after Megatron departed. {{storylink|Portals}} Some years after Cybertron's rebirth, a statue of Soundwave was constructed. {{storylink|Pilot (Part 1)}} His role in the war as Megatron's top lieutenant, and his fearsome reputation as a tactical genius, were well documented on Cybertron, as was his entrapment in the Shadowzone during his final battle aboard the starship ''Nemesis''. <br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave powered up by three Neo-Forges.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Designation: Soundwave.&lt;br&gt;Operation: New Genesis.]]<br /> After wandering aimlessly for an unspecified amount of time, Soundwave finally got his chance to escape the Shadowzone after [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] activated a malfunctioning GroundBridge, creating a portal to the Shadowzone. Soundwave flew through the rift and, along with Laserbeak, overwhelmed Bumblebee's team, throwing the yellow Autobot into the Shadowzone and knocking out [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] and [[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]] with his tentacles. That job done, Soundwave set to work constructing a radio array, hoping to contact Megatron and spark a mass Decepticon exodus to Earth. He was hampered by the antics of Fixit, [[Denny Clay|Denny]], and [[Russell Clay|Russell]], who managed to distract him long enough for Grimlock and Strongarm to come to their senses. The two Autobots renewed their assault on the Decepticon, prompting Soundwave to portal them away with Laserbeak. While the Autobots and humans regrouped and conferred with Bumblebee, Soundwave finished constructing his device. On the Autobot team's next attempt to hinder him, Soundwave chased Denny into a crane with his tentacles while Russell stole the last component of his communicator. Soundwave fired a barrage of portals at the human, until they overlapped and opened another Shadowzone portal, allowing Bumblebee to return and fight the Decepticon. Denny knocked Soundwave back through his portal with his crane, and Fixit kept the portal open long enough for Strongarm and Grimlock to return Laserbeak to the same realm. {{storylink|Portals}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Laserbeak, unite. Operation: Panzer Unit.]]<br /> <br /> At some point during Soundwave's imprisonment, he was provided with a group of genetically modified Activator Mini-Cons by [[Autobot High Council|an unknown group]] to collect [[Decepticon Hunter|weapons]] for him. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}} After obtaining Bumblebee's Decepticon Hunter, [[Stuntwing]] returned it through a GroundBridge portal to Soundwave. {{storylink|King of the Hill (Part 2)}} Soundwave dispatched [[Trickout]] through another portal to find more of the weapons, {{storylink|Defrosted}} and the Mini-Con returned to him some time later with a second Decepticon Hunter that he obtained from [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]]. {{storylink|The Great Divide}} When [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]] returned without a weapon, Soundwave was unhappy and threatened to terminate the Mini-Con, who fled. {{storylink|Guilty As Charged}} [[Goldgear]] would later succeed where Hi-Test failed, leaving Soundwave one step closer to completing his &quot;project&quot;. At the same time, the Autobots began to realize that there was a connection with the thefts of their Decepticon Hunters. {{storylink|Railroad Rage}}<br /> <br /> After [[Steeljaw's Pack]] was sprung from custody by a group of mysterious &quot;benefactors&quot;, Soundwave contacted them through a portal, revealing that he was associated with said benefactors and directing them to prepare for their arrival on Earth or face painful deactivation. {{storylink|Prepare for Departure}}<br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new robot mode.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Power depleted.&lt;br&gt;Suggested tactic: Retreat.]]<br /> After [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]] obtained some nuclear fuel rods, Soundwave, now reformatted to a new body and vehicle mode, used the Decepticon Hunters to escape the Shadowzone and rendezvoused with him at a demolition derby. There, he revealed a transgalactic beacon generator constructed from wreckage in the Shadowzone which he planned to use to summon Megatron back to Earth. He dismissed the resulting destruction of life on Earth as a result of the radiation from the rods as collateral damage, much to Steeljaw's disgust. Forcing Steeljaw to retreat, Soundwave proceeded to take the generator to the highest point in the city, the Crown City Bank Building. Detecting Autobots, he sent Laserbeak in pursuit of Optimus Prime before being engaged by Bumblebee's team. Using the combined Hunters weapon to freeze Bumblebee and Strongarm, he found himself being disarmed by Sideswipe before Bumblebee, freed by Grimlock, used the weapon to first cut off the ends of Soundwave's tentacles to bring him to his knees and then freeze his body. As the generator started to fire up, Soundwave declared that Megatron would return before it was suddenly destroyed by a missile from Optimus, who had linked with Hi-Test. His mission failed, Soundwave went into stasis. He was then taken back to Cybertron by Optimus onboard ''[[Prime Force One]]'' so that Soundwave could stand trial at long last. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> [[File:Soundwave WfC GameInformer Concept Art.jpg|upright=1.66|So Soundwave, you ever going to use that giant missile pod on your shoulder?<br /> &quot;Well there was that [[Spotlight: Soundwave|one time.&quot;]]|thumb]]<br /> Soundwave took control of the orbital station [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was posted at, helping [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] to reach the [[Dark Energon]] by establishing a forward base within the station. He then directed Megatron to a Data Matrix Center in order to find a route to the Dark Energon that had not been blocked by Starscream. <br /> <br /> Later, Soundwave notified Megatron that access to the core was impossible, as it was guarded by the Omega Gate. He and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] accompanied Megatron as they led the assault on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], through which they would find and take the [[Omega Key]], opening the Omega Gate and allowing the core to be infused with Dark Energon. On their way to the [[Stellar Galleries]], Soundwave reported [[sniper (WFC)|sniper]]s, and after taking them down, Megatron infused the entrance with Dark Energon and took his team into the security station. Soundwave noticed that the batteries fed the security grid, and the trio infused each of them with Dark Energon, deactivating the security measures. Soundwave then detected the Omega Key behind their next door, and after opening it, the Decepticons arrived at the Stellar Galleries. They opened the container, finding not the key, but a message from [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Zeta Prime]], who announced that he had taken the Omega Key, anticipating Megatron's plan. Zeta sent Autobot attack forces against them, but they were swiftly taken down. Megatron ordered Soundwave to trace Zeta Prime's broadcast, and Soundwave found it came from 12.7 cycles ahead. He then noted a weak wall, and the Decepticons broke it down and entered the cities' subsystems, providing a direct route to Zeta, and the Omega Key.<br /> <br /> The group descended down a shaft and went through a tunnel, avoiding trains on the way, and after breaking down a door in a ventilation area, they were ambushed by Autobot cloakers. Soundwave dispatched them and infused Dark Energon into the batteries. Megatron congratulated him, and then ordered him to unlock the exit. Soundwave obliged, and the trio found themselves in another tunnel. Breakdown challenged Soundwave to a race, to which the Decepticon responded, in his trademark monotone, &quot;Negative.&quot; Tough crowd. Rushing through the tunnel, this time full of moving trains, the group came to a station where they infiltrated Iacon's lower levels. Soundwave detected the Omega Key at last, and suggested proceeding through the logistics station. Roughing it through the Autobot attackers, Soundwave finally determined that the key was beyond the train tunnels.<br /> <br /> Soundwave and his teammates arrived at Iacon's main streets, where they met up with [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] outside of Zeta Prime's vaults, which were impervious to the small amount of Dark Energon Megatron was capable of channeling. After Megatron's squad helped Brawl clear the area, Brawl called in the Dark Energon bombers, but they were spectacularly shot down by the planetary guns. Brawl suggested disabling them, and Soundwave assisted in carrying out the plan. Autobots advanced all around, but Soundwave and the others managed to hold them off until the next wave of bombers arrived, clearing the street and destroying the Vault doors. Soundwave joined the others on their way to the entrance, but the squad was intercepted by a [[Destroyer (WFC)|Destroyer]]. Soundwave and Breakdown split from Megatron to flank him, and eventually they rendered him non-functional. Inside the vault, they avoided Zeta's traps and finally reached the Omega Key—but it too was a trap. Zeta then attacked them, using a giant hologram and controlling the chamber to his advantage, dropping the ceiling and sending holographic brutes to attack for him while safe within an impenetrable energy shield. (Even during the battle, Soundwave was impressed by the creation of endless energon clones, to which Breakdown responded, roughly, &quot;NERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRD!&quot;) Soundwave's dorkiness proved useful in discerning the weakness of Zeta's machines—that the core rapidly overheated after prolonged use, and needed to open up in order to cool, rendering it vulnerable to attack. After the battle, Megatron plucked from Zeta's hand the &quot;key&quot;...which started to blink its lights and chirp. Zeta Prime informed them that the &quot;key&quot; he was actually a device that activated the real key: [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]].<br /> <br /> As the three Decepticons flew away to track Omega, Soundwave noticed that the &quot;key&quot; was coming for them. Omega Supreme attacked, and thrust the Decepticons' star cruiser into a wall. Crash-landing, Megatron had a change of plans; force Omega Supreme to open the Omega Gate. Soundwave noticed a Decepticon [[Dropship (WFC)|Dropship]] across the bridge, but when the squad went to investigate, Omega Supreme intercepted them. Soundwave reported that his weapons were ineffective; Megatron told his soldiers to destroy the bridge supports, causing Omega Supreme's vast bulk to collapse it. But he transformed to his ship mode, flew back up, and forced the Decepticons to retreat inside. In a frenzy, Breakdown noted that the next door was locked, and Soundwave proposed that Dark Energon could open the door, which it did. Inside, Soundwave picked up a transmission from Starscream, who announced that he would be replacing the &quot;deceased&quot; Megatron as Decepticon leader. Enraged, Megatron threatened Starscream, but Soundwave informed his leader that communication to the surface had been cut off, so Starscream could not hear him.<br /> <br /> The trio arrived at the lift, but found it to be locked down. Breaking the locks got the lift back to working condition, but on their way up, Omega Supreme returned and blasted it, forcing the Decepticons down the shaft at breakneck speed. Omega was still out there, so the emergency brakes' destruction was the Decepticons' only hope. At the bottom, they continued their journey to find a way to fight Omega Supreme—Soundwave noted that at the top of the tower were several heavy weapons emplacements which could at least theoretically damage Omega—but Omega Supreme didn't know the meaning of the word quit. (He really doesn't; not much in the processor department.) He grabbed the Decepticons, but Soundwave helped out in shooting Omega Supreme's hand, forcing him relinquishing the three from his grasp. They retreated inside a fortified Autobot position, and in order to prevent detection, Soundwave jammed their signals. Slaying the Autobots inside who dared attempt to counterattack, Soundwave unlocked the exit, which only let in more Autobots. They too, met their demise, but as Soundwave and his comrades escaped, he noticed that the Autobots' security was countering the effects of Dark Energon. Destroying the sentries turned to be a worthwhile solution, but then the Decepticons had to deal with Omega Supreme mining road. Soundwave's sensors indicated the presence of a bridge nearby, and though Breakdown was unsure, Megatron was willing to follow Soundwave's advice. Once again, Omega Supreme continued to stalk them, but Soundwave led his group to an alternate route...a dead end, to be precise, which Megatron was irritated with. Soundwave revealed that breaking a structurally-weak sealed doorway nearby took them to Iacon maintenance tunnels leading straight to the bridge terminal. When they arrived through the power conduits, Soundwave and the others fought through more Autobots and finally activated the bridge.<br /> <br /> Racing across the bridge, they barely avoided Omega Supreme's pursuit, and Soundwave located another cargo lift that would transport them straight to the heavy ion turrets. On the lift he picked up several Autobot/Decepticon signals, a sign they were approaching the battle on the surface. Soundwave participated in the slugfest, and his analysis proved that the turrets nearby had enough firepower to legitimately damage Omega Supreme. Then, he showed no mercy using the turrets to breach Omega's armour and finally topple him to the ground below.<br /> <br /> Soundwave, Breakdown, and Megatron followed Omega, and at the bottom, they were surprised to see him survive and transform into his mighty [[robot mode]]. Soundwave noted that energon batteries produced from within Cybertron were the source of Omega's limitless endurance, and further advised the team on battling Omega; avoiding his tractor beams would allow them to live, and his turrets were vulnerable, making them the prime target. When the turrets were blown, Soundwave saw that the batteries were being used to repair them, and so it became an objective to corrupt them with Dark Energon. When Omega Supreme used the batteries to heal himself, he was instead weakened, allowing the Decepticons to critically injure him. Omega Supreme was still alive even after all of that, but much weaker. Soundwave observed that his chest plating had been damaged, and Megatron ordered Soundwave and Breakdown to blast it, and Omega Supreme fell at last. Soundwave advised Megatron that now would be a good time to corrupt Omega with Dark Energon, but Megatron told Captain Obvious to shut up and did as he would have done even if Soundwave hadn't brought it up, laughing all the way.<br /> <br /> After Cybertron's Core had been infected with Dark Energon, Soundwave was reassigned as head of [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]]'s prison, and watched over (i.e., tortured) Zeta Prime in his spare time. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], and [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] led an Autobot breakout and battled Soundwave's minions [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]]. Soundwave himself sustained heavy damage leaving the safety of his position to revive and retrieve each Minicon, showing uncharaceristic concern for other living beings. Eventually, defeated and critically damaged, Soundwave desperately attempted to restore himself by absorbing life force from Zeta's very own spark. His attempt to fully heal was halted by Optimus, who even took a shot from the Decepticon intended to finish off Prime. Although Soundwave and his minions fled, the damage had already been done and Zeta Prime expired moments later. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}<br /> Soundwave hacked into the Autobot mainframe and, while Megatron and some other Decepticons kept the Autobots distracted, downloaded intel indicating the location of the Trypticon space station. As they approached the station in Megatron's ship, Soundwave reported that the inhabitants were taking up defensive positions and docking would not be possible. Though Megatron was confident they could ram the station, Soundwave turned out to be right, and they could only get close enough to drop a small team off on the debris surrounding the station. When the station was conquered and Dark Energon in Megatron's hands, Soundwave suggested it might be a good idea to test the stuff prior to use. It turned out to be unstable, and he warned it could result in destruction of its host. The Decepticons set up Kaon Prison as a testing ground and, after eleven failures, established that the Dark Energon could be used. When Barricade asked what happened to the failures, Soundwave would only say that their remains laid in the prison and creepily ask Barricade to get in the chair so he too could be infused with Dark Energon.<br /> <br /> Trypticon station required more power, so the Decepticons sent a team to Cybertron's core to reactivate the Energon Bridge. Soundwave did not anticipate the activation of latent defense systems, triggered by the Decepticon presence, because he hadn't studied the same ancient files as Starscream. Megatron ordered Soundwave to give Starscream whatever he needed, and they succeeded in activating the bridge. Soundwave reported that they were only at 37% power — the Autobots had severed the bridge's link to the core using the Omega Key. Lazerbeak intercepted an Autobot transmission indicating that Zeta Prime was hiding the Omega Key, and Megatron ordered Soundwave to assemble a strike force to obtain it. They managed to find and defeat the Autobot leader, but the Omega Key he had was only the key to awaken the real key — Omega Supreme. Once the Decepticons fought their way through the Autobot defenses, Soundwave reported they had reached Omega Supreme himself. The Decepticons defeated the giant, reestablished the link to the core and infused it with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)|War for Cybertron - Autobots/Decepticons}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave discovers that the Autobots have infiltrated the Datacore. Megatron sends him and Barricade to take care of the intrusion. The two speed out, and Soundwave must navigate a highway overgrown with Dark Energon crystals while dealing with swarms of Aerialbots before they can shut off access to the Datacore. An Autobot Destroyer blocks Soundwave's path and brings the roof down, forcing him to take an alternate route. He makes his way to a security station and downloads the information on the Autobots' advance, radioing Barricade to meet him at the assigned coordinates. When Soundwave arrives, though, he finds Barricade in the middle of a shooting gallery. The Autobots are soon joined by an aerial Destroyer, but the pair make short work of it. Soundwave intercepts a data download but cuts it off quickly, and races to intercept the escaping Autobots. Weaving his way through Dark Energon crystals and moving walls (huh?), he reaches the intercept point in time, causing Ironhide and Bumblebee to skid out of control... and right into a fusion blast from Megatron. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}&lt;!--Claudio Moneta for Italian again?--&gt;<br /> Soundwave was present when Optimus was brought to Megatron by Starscream and [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]]. He watched as [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]''' pulverised''' Megatron. He was the only one who hesitated in following Starscream. He secretly salvaged and with the help of Laserbeak, Rumble and an [[E.D.K. TechVolt]], rebuilt his glorious leader, improving on his original design. He infused Megatron with Dark Energon, and pointed his leader in the direction of Starscream. He took part in the assault on the factory the Autobots had built in the crater where Trypticon crashed, and once Megatron had rebuilt the giant Decepticon, came to power up Trypticon's power core. On Megatron's orders, Soundwave rebuilt Trypticon into the ''Nemesis'', a ship strong enough to make it towards [[Earth|the planet]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had chosen. When the Autobots launched the Ark, the ''Nemesis'' soon caught up, and Soundwave spearheaded the assault on the other ship. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon''===<br /> When Bulkhead infiltrate one of the Decepticons' Dark Energon mines to snatch away the Decepticons' Dark Energon shards, Soundwave faced off against the Autobot before he could take his leave. Soundwave was defeated, and Bulkhead took off with the shards in hand. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense''===<br /> [[File:SoundwaveTerrorconDefense.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|As awesome as he looks here, he's probably waltzing off after Bumblebee blasted him ''again''.]]<br /> Soundwave attempted to retrieve Dark Energon from a mining area but despite his army of Vehicons and Terrorcons, Bumblebee managed to stop him. He returned with more Vehicon troops in tow to procure more Dark Energon and transport it to an abandoned military base. His efforts were once again thwarted, this time by both Arcee and Bumblebee. He then aided Megatron on his final assault on the Autobots' headquarters. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[File:TransformersPrimeTheGame Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Wait, I thought Daft Punk had two guys in it.]]<br /> After [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] saved Miko, and Raf- he had to shut down the reactors in which Soundwave set up to keep Raf from hacking into the Decepticon Database. Ratchet had to shut down each reactor as Soundwave deployed Vehicons, and blocked them with forcefields. Eventually towards the end the two ended up battling; ending with Ratchet defeating Soundwave. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark''===<br /> ====Console====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> ====3DS====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (3DS)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense''===<br /> Soundwave and the other Decepticons attempted to prevent the Autobots from constructing a [[Pulsar Dish]], which would destroy the [[Energon Drain]] that the Decepticons had built in an asteroid field. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike''===<br /> Soundwave and Laserbeak engaged Optimus in aerial combat over a snowy terrain. Upon Optimus's approach, Soundwave boasted aloud that he had been observing the Autobot leader, and knew exactly how to defeat him! Despite Soundwave peppering the skies with laser-blasts and cluttering them with floating &quot;aerial mines,&quot; Optimus made short work of both Soundwave and his Deployer. As Soundwave flew off, he declared that more surveillance was need, but Optimus's defeat would nonetheless be inevitable. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike|Decepticon Strike}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundwave-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|For once, Soundwave felt inferior.]]<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundblaster-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Uh, should we really continue with the yellow highlights? It doesn't look evil enough.]]<br /> Soundwave (and Soundblaster) participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He appeared in two different bodies:<br /> *''Soundwave (FOC)'' — This Epic character first appeared in the &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini events, and could be could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.<br /> *''Soundblaster (FOC)'' — This Epic character was available to 2500 players in a &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini event, and could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.{{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: War for Cybertron===<br /> [[File:WFC Gamestop Commercial.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|The toy can do this if you try hard enough.]]<br /> [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] arrived to a location where [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], and Soundwave were battling Autobots. Megatron left, leaving Shockwave in charge. Shockwave ordered Soundwave to [[Transformation|Transform]]. Soundwave changed into Cybertronian boombox mode and played [[The Touch]]. {{storylink|Commercial#War for Cybertron|GameSpot's commercial for their Shockwave multiplayer exclusive}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: Prime===<br /> *Soundwave knows that out of all the radio transmissions in the universe, Megatron's favorite song is the ''[[My Little Pony]]: Friendship is Magic'' [[theme song|theme]]. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Song|Megatron's Favorite Song}}<br /> <br /> *Megatron was embarrassed when an episode of ''My Little Pony'' caused him to cry in front of Soundwave. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Ask Megatron|Ask Megatron}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-CybertronianSoundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|No [[Soundwave (Animated)|giant guitar]] this time!]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' two &quot;weapons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)#Toys|War for Cybertron]]'' Soundwave transforms into an SUV-style &quot;communications truck&quot;, as seen in [[Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|the video game]]. He comes with his classic shoulder launcher and rifle, both of which can be mounted on his hands, right shoulder, and rear vehicle sides via [[5mm post]]s, and store inside his opening chest (approximating the visual of cassette spools). Soundwave's head features a [[light-piping]] gimmick, but the effect is largely neutered by his painted visor. <br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#United|Soundwave Cybertron Mode]] and [[Soundwave (KOU)|''Knights of Unicron'' Soundwave]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/GenerationsSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cybertronian Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsVoyager}}<br /> [[File:Generations-SoundwaveVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With all the downsizing, Soundwave's surprised he's gotten so big.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG13'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' toys, Soundwave is a larger mold, and comes with a shoulder cannon which can peg (via 5mm post) into his hands, right shoulder, and roof/back. <br /> <br /> : He also comes with [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Generations|Laserbeak]], who utilizes Soundwave's main [[gimmick]], storing and launching Laserbeak and other &quot;[[data disc]]&quot; minions. A button to the left of his head can be pressed to open his spring-loaded chest compartment, allowing up to three data discs to be stored inside. With discs stored, his back panel/roof now acts as a plunger, which can be moved forward in either mode to launch minions out. Launched minions should land on buttons on their undersides, thus triggering their [[Flipchanger|spring-loaded transformation mechanisms]] and springing them into action! ...Hopefully.<br /> <br /> : As an undocumented feature, the seat on his vehicle roof holds ''[[Diaclone]]'' drivers (and by virtue of similar sizes, ''[[Star Wars Transformers]]'' pilots). Additionally, Soundwave's trigger finger is molded into his left hand, presumably so he can push his own eject button.<br /> <br /> : For some reason, his [[stock photography]] and [[instructions]] depict him with the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Optimus Prime]] toy's [[Ion blaster]] accessory, which isn't included with the final product.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the fourth wave of Japanese ''Generations'' toys, features different colors, using a more purple-ish metallic shade of blue and replacing almost all of his gray parts (the exceptions being his face and &quot;grill&quot;) with a much darker metallic shade. It also features none of the red and yellow [[paint operation|paint details]] on his arms and legs, and renders the seat on his roof black. He features new paint applications in addition to those not present from the Hasbro version.<br /> <br /> : The Hasbro deco of Soundwave was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as Generation 1 [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] in IDW's ''[[The Transformers: Robots in Disguise|Robots in Disguise]]'' comic series while the TakaraTomy deco of Soundwave was also repurposed as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)#Cloud|Soundwave]]. This mold was [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed into [[Blaster (FOC)#Toys|Autobot Blaster]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsSoundblaster}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-FOCSoundblaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Am I New Soundwave, or [[#Beast Hunters|Old]] [[#Deluxe|Old]] New Soundwave?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Soundblaster''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG14'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Buzzsaw/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Also available in the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations Fall of Cybertron'' toys, Soundblaster is a charcoal gray, red, gold, and yellow [[redeco]] of Voyager Class Soundwave, as is the trend with [[Soundblaster (disambiguation)|Soundblasters]]. In fact, he uses exactly the same [[paint operation|paint mask]] as Soundwave, simply changing some of the colors. He now comes with [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], a redeco of Laserbeak.<br /> <br /> : His stock photography and instructions still depict him with the ion blaster accessory which he still doesn't have.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundblaster/soundblaster.htm More information on Soundblaster at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Deluxe}}<br /> [[File:Primetoy-SoundwaveDeluxe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Toy doesn't talk, just like in the TV show!]]<br /> [[File:Prime-toy SoundwaveAM.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Good luck stickering this guy! ''You'll need it.'']]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2012-[[April 28|04-28]]'''<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Prime|Laserbeak]], Arms Micron &quot;[[Zori#Prime|Zori]]&quot; (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' toys, Soundwave transforms from a UAV not unlike the [[Wikipedia:General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper|Predator B drone]] into an angular batlike [[robot mode]]. His transformation includes a spring-loaded head that deploys automatically when his tail and thrust bottle are folded up. His vehicle mode has a [[5mm post|5mm port]] on the top of its fuselage; the robot also has 5mm sockets passing entirely through his palms. Any of these holes can mount the included Laserbeak, or he can store inside Soundwave's chest in either mode.<br /> <br /> : In wave six of the ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave was put into new packaging, which came with a DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Prime]]'' episode &quot;[[Loose Cannons]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the second wave of Japanese ''Prime'' product, has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] version. He comes with his own [[Arms Micron]], Zori, and cannons with 5mm ports and posts have been added to his wings (on his shoulders in robot mode) in order to accommodate said gimmick. Many of the Hasbro [[paint operation]]s have also been removed and replaced with numerous, small, customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, including ones for his tiny sculpted kneecaps, which are practically guaranteed to peel off at the sides. In addition, the [[instructions]] for applying the stickers unfortunately contain an error, with the placement of stickers 14 and 15 being swapped around.<br /> <br /> :This mold was redecoed into two [[Battle Android Trooper|Stealth B.A.T.s]] which were sold with [[Cobra Commander|Old Snake]] through the [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] as a &quot;Club Crossover&quot; exclusive toy, also available to the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Hasbro Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1501.html Arms Micron Soundwave gallery at Alfes's blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[File:PrimeBHtoy-Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yeah, being lost in the wilderness for a couple of months will do that to you.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ravage]], Talon Grapple Cannon<br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime:]] [[Beast Hunters (toyline)|Beast Hunters]]'' Deluxe Class toys, Soundwave is a redeco and extensive [[retool]] of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Soundwave mold, and transforms into a spiky aerial drone with a massive wingspan and three tail-fins. Aside from the usual peg-holes on his fuselage and palms, his wings have been retooled with two new peg-holes, with one on each wing. Instead of Laserbeak, Soundwave features a new partner in the form of Ravage, who is a robotic jaguar that transforms into a thing that fits into Soundwave's chest.<br /> <br /> :Soundwave also comes with the &quot;[[Talon Grapple Cannon]]&quot;, a spring-loaded launcher that fires a [[missile]] with an opening &quot;claw&quot; at the end, with the missile and launcher being tied together with a length of string. The launcher itself features an additional peg on each side, and its main peg is sculpted to be able to fit in the specially-shaped socket on his chest, allowing the cannon to mount on his vehicle mode underside when Ravage is removed.<br /> <br /> :His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2|second chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :This toy also served as the basis of the non-toy ''Beast Wars: Uprising'' incarnation of [[Botanica (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Botanica]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Beast Hunters'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Go!===<br /> [[File:TF-GO-G18-Hunter-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Megatron's optics were quickly poked out.]]<br /> *'''Hunter Soundwave''' (2013-[[April 27|04-27]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G18'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Go!|Ravage]], &quot;Capture Anchor&quot; weapon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Hunter Soundwave is a redeco of the ''Beast Hunters'' Deluxe Class Soundwave toy, featuring a different blue, white, and black color scheme with a red faceplate. The back of the packaging erroneously depicts the ''Beast Hunters'' version of the toy.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[File:BHtoy Cyberverse Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now let's see [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Laserbeak]] pop out of ''this'' guy's chest.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Legion, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 005'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' [[Cyberverse#Series 3|Series 3 Cyberverse]] Legion Class toys, Soundwave is a smaller-scale toy. He comes with a &quot;Sonic Saw&quot; rifle with a chainsaw bayonet, and the weapon features four [[C joint|3mm posts]] and two ports, allowing it to peg onto any of the ports on Soundwave's hands, forearms/wings, and back/fuselage. This weapon, in varying colors, was also used by [[Hun-Gurrr (Prime)|Hun-Gurrr]], [[Smokescreen (Prime)#Cyberverse|Smokescreen]], and the [[Vehicon (Prime)#CyberverseAir|Air Vehicon]].<br /> <br /> : Although the paint operations for the head and the &quot;collar&quot; are mostly [[show-accuracy|show-accurate]], the fact that the black paint operations also include the [[mouthplate]] (which is silver on the [[character model|animation model]]), combined with the purple paint operations on each side of the mouthplate, makes it look as if Soundwave had a huge black head with two purple eyes. This was later amended to some degree by a [[Variant|running change]] that gave the face a slightly darker, more glossy paint job. Soundwave was later redecoed as ''The Last Knight'' [[Ravenspar]].<br /> <br /> : In 2017, this Soundwave also saw release as a one of the 3 random free Legion Class gifts for the Walmart exclusive Blu-Ray release of the [[Transformers (film)|four]] [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|live]]-[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|action]] [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|movies]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/CybLegSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cyberverse Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EZ}}<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (EZ Collection, 2013-[[October 26|10-26]])<br /> **''ID number'': '''EG-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[EZ Collection#Transformers: EZ Collection|EZ Collection]]'' single packed figures, Soundwave is a minimal redeco of Hasbro's Legion Class Soundwave figure, using an ever-so-slightly lighter shade of metallic blue for the base plastic color, while the black paint operations on the abdomen and knees get changed to metallic gray. The paint mask is mostly identical, with the only exception being the head: TakaraTomy's version ditches show-accuracy and instead limits the black paint operation to the mouthplace, which helps making it more obvious where exactly the head ends.&lt;ref name=&quot;cvezcomp&quot;&gt;[http://ofensau.wordpress.com/2014/06/04/beast-hunters-cyberverse-legion-class-soundwave-vs-ez-collection-soundwave/ Beast Hunters Cyberverse Legion Class Soundwave vs. EZ Collection Soundwave]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2015)===<br /> ====Warrior Class====<br /> [[File:Warrior-soundwave.jpg|right|thumb|300px|[https://twitter.com/HI_R/status/797139965519876096/ Super Soundwave FUSION!!!].]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Warrior, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> :Part of the ''[[Combiner Force]]'' subline imprint of the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' toyline, Soundwave transforms from chunky robot into a Cybertronian armored truck. His package art shows his head with the addition of a faceplate, for more of a [[Soundwave (G1)|Generation 1 look]]; this design is known to exist as a pretooled alternate head for the toy, thanks to a (thus far) one-off misassembled figure using it. Although this is undocumented, the shoulder cannon can be hidden inside the truck mode by sliding it between Soundwave's thighs and securing it with the hollows of his feet.<br /> <br /> :The shoulder cannon has its own swivel joint, allowing it to angle up (but not down), and can be rotated in the socket. It can also be removed and placed in Soundwave's hand, with some difficulty; however, without the shoulder turret in place, Soundwave's upper torso has a tendency to swing forward.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Activator}}<br /> <br /> ====Activator Combiners====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Activator-Combiners-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Laserbeak &amp; Soundwave''' (Activators, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|OneStep}}<br /> <br /> ====One-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-1-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (1-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|3Step}}<br /> <br /> ====3-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-3-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (3-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Kinder Surprise===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Only available inside a blindpacked chocolate egg as part of Kinder's ''Transformers: Prime'' series, this buildable Soundwave mini-figure consists of a generic &quot;cog&quot; onto which his limbs and armor can be clipped to construct him. He has articulation on his shoulders and upper legs.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===Mashems===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Available in a 2-pack with Optimus Prime he is a super deformed version of Soundwave and is also made out of a very squishy material. <br /> :Another version of him came in a 6-pack with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Ratchet, and Megatron. He is identical too his previous release.<br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:TfprimeSoundwavePredator.jpg|thumb|But can he replay footage of &quot;[[Operation: Firestorm]]&quot;?]]<br /> [[File:VectorSigmaBotBuilderSoundwave.jpg|thumb|Deep Desert Soundwave.]]<br /> *In ''War for Cybertron'', Soundwave transforms into a Cybertronian truck during gameplay, and his toy does the same, having only one [[alternate mode]]. However, the game also features a Cybertronian boombox mode, seen during a cutscene and the credits (in addition to a commercial for the Shockwave pre-order bonus), which the toy can approximate with some fiddling. In a ''Fall of Cybertron'' easter egg, he also briefly adopts a Cybertronian lamp post, in homage to [[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|the first episode of the Generation 1 cartoon]].<br /> *Despite his toy and concept art appearance, Soundwave has a [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Generation 1|yellow]] visor in the War for Cybertron game. This was changed to red for the Fall of Cybertron sequel (perhaps displaying, in-universe, his furthered dedication to the Decepticon cause?).<br /> *According to the [[Transformers Hall of Fame]] biography, Soundwave [[Perceptor (Animated)|deleted his emotions to process information more quickly]], and is susceptible to [[Cyber Missions 1|too many sonic booms]].<br /> *[[Duane Capizzi]] said Soundwave can speak, but just chooses not to for his many appearances in ''Prime'' and his ''Robots in Disguise'' debut. The decision was to contrast Soundwave with the overly talkative Starscream,&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/bonus-q--a-with-transformers-prime-creators---answered-171430/ TFW2005 Q&amp;A January 2011]&lt;/ref&gt; and at [[BotCon 2011]], the staff compared Soundwave to [[Boba Fett]]. Instead, he records what he overhears and replays it with a mechanical echo that is very similar to the echo of his G1 counterpart. &lt;s&gt;Sorry, [[Frank Welker|Frank]], only [[Megatron (WFC)|one character]] for now...&lt;/s&gt; But when he ''does'' talk in &quot;Minus One&quot;, he sounds a lot like Frank Welker. Surprisingly, Soundwave drops his vow of silence altogether in his later appearances in the &quot;[[Combiner Force]]&quot; portion of ''Robots in Disguise''.<br /> *Soundwave's prehensile tentacles are reminiscent of [[Soundwave (ROTF)|another Soundwave]], although they are significantly less naughty.<br /> *Soundwave's body parts are available to use in the Hub website's [[Vector Sigma Bot Builder]] online game. Normally, you cannot configure a generic 'bot using all Soundwave parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> *The manner in which Soundwave deploys Laserbeak in ''Transformers: Prime'' is similar to that the [[Breastforce]] from ''Transformers: Victory''.<br /> *In one of the rare noticeable instances of physical change within the &quot;Aligned&quot; continuity family, Soundwave's appearance in ''Combiner Force'' is heavily influenced by his ''War for Cybertron'' body, though he retains his head design from ''Prime''.<br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Night Attack Mode''' (ナイトアタックモード ''Naito Atakku Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Balo, Jida, Zori<br /> : In this mode, shown on his box-back photo, Soundwave uses the two-Micron weapon [[Spike Hammer Rod]], while [[Jida]] in &quot;Defense Shield&quot; mode hangs on his left shoulder. What exactly makes all this ideal for nighttime attacks is anyone's guess.<br /> <br /> *'''Jet Mode''' (ジェットモード ''Jetto Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Gora (x2), Zori<br /> : Meant simply for flying in fast and blowing crap up, this heavily modified version of Soundwave requires some real work. Because of all the recycled non-''Transformers'' parts in this mode, TakaraTomy designer [[Takashi Nakase]] has nicknamed this version &quot;Recycle Mode&quot;. Two jet thruster/fuel tanks are created using bottles from a Japanese &quot;common yogurt drink&quot; and a pair of [[Gora]]s painted up silver, with snipped Arms Micron sprues added on for detail. Soundwave also carries a large weapon made from Zori, a plastic fork, and more sprues. Yes, a plastic fork. You read that correctly.<br /> : There is also a vehicle mode configuration for this Arms Up Mode, with the massive turbines on the end of Soundwave's wings and the weapon on top of the main body. The whole shebang can be seen [http://youtu.be/QJUMhgggH-Q in this TakaraTomy developer video on YouTube].<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Soundwave''' (サウンドウェーブ ''Saundowēbu''), '''Soundblaster''' (サウンドブラスター ''Saundoburasutā'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Shēng-pō''' (Taiwan, 聲波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;), '''Shēngbō''' (China, 声波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Barkhan''' (Бархан, &quot;Dune&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Council members]]<br /> [[Category:Cyberverse]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Go! Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Gladiators]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Spies]]<br /> [[Category:Surveillance specialists]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Decepticons]]</div>

Technospike https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Soundwave_(WFC)&diff=1254651 2018-04-23T02:23:10Z

<p>Technospike: /* Mashems */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambigm|Soundwave (disambiguation)|Soundblaster (disambiguation)}}<br /> :''Soundwave is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:Soundwave Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&lt;center&gt;&quot;...&quot;&lt;/center&gt;| No eyes...always watching...]]<br /> '''Soundwave''' (aka '''Soundblaster''') is the spy master of the Decepticons. One of [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s earliest followers, and, many believe, instrumental to his rise, he uses his tentacles and a veritable army of [[Mini-Con]] [[Deployer (WFC)|Deployer]]s to learn everything there is to know about his allies and his enemies. He was never very chatty, but these days, on Earth, he's become near silent, communicating by playing back recordings of other people's conversations. He just sneaks about, patiently looking for Autobot transmissions and creeping [[Starscream (WFC)|you]] out.<br /> <br /> Soundwave often finds himself acting as a restraint on [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], reining in his rather volatile emotions, and ensuring that Starscream's less than subtle ambitions are held in check. Indeed, this applies to every soldier amongst the Decepticon ranks. Even a treacherous schemer like Starscream has very good reason to fear Soundwave; his ferocity and strength from his gladiator days have not lessened in the slightest, rendering him a deadly foe to any Autobot, or [[Airachnid (Prime)|treacherous Decepticon]] seeking to usurp Megatron. This undying loyalty to his master, as well as their long history together, have attained him a lofty, high position in the Decepticon hierarchy. While [[Dreadwing (Prime)|others]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|may]] have officially held the rank of [[second-in-command]], Soundwave may be the true bearer of that distinction, out of sheer loyalty to the Decepticon leader. As long as Soundwave is around, Megatron has nothing to fear.<br /> <br /> It's not just loyalty to Megatron that makes Soundwave such an effective soldier, however. Soundwave wouldn't be caught dead employing ''Bond'' villain tactics; he is concise and pragmatic in all of his endeavors. If he doesn't personally harm you during an outing, don't consider it an act of mercy or decency. You're not a part of his mission and not worth considering. [[Primus]] help you if you're in the way or you ''are'' his mission.<br /> <br /> Soundwave has the ability to receive transmissions from anywhere on the planet, bar the shielded Autobot Base. This allows him to spy on every being on the planet in the hopes of picking up Autobot-related communications. He is also adept in his use of [[GroundBridge]]s during combat, dealing many a foe a frustrating defeat by virtue of them simply not being able to get to him.<br /> <br /> Although he usually works with [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]], Soundwave's range of Mini-Con subordinates also include [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (WFC)|Ravage]], [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]], [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], [[Zori]], [[Stuntwing]], [[Trickout]], [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]], and [[Goldgear]].<br /> <br /> {{quote|Watch out for the quiet ones.|[[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]|&quot;[[One Shall Rise, Part 3]]&quot;}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Covenant of Primus''===<br /> <br /> Soundwave emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] sometime during or before the [[Age of Wrath]]. As the [[Quintesson]]s took control of Cybertron, they helped establish civilization across the planet, and a ruling body of Cybertronians to oversee the day-to-day activities the Quints wished the Cybertronians to perform. An election was held that named [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Zeta]] as Prime, and Soundwave became a member of his council of thirteen.<br /> <br /> As the age went on, however, Sentinel and his council became suspicious of the Quintessons and ultimately began to plot against the totalitarian rule of these &quot;benevolent invaders&quot;. Although the council kept their true intentions secret, active cells of rebellion broke out independently on Cybertron. A scientist named [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] was the first to translate the Quintesson written language for the rebels, and Soundwave's surveillance abilities acquired this information for the council as well.<br /> <br /> After the Quintessons were eventually overthrown, Soundwave and the council ushered in the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, reverse-engineering Quintesson technology and making their own innovations. A [[Space bridge]] network was used in conjunction with cyberforming equipment to create colony worlds, carrying Cybertronians to the stars. A mechanism was even discovered for carrying the Well's life-giving power to other worlds, allowing energon and Cybertronian life to flourish there as well. Soundwave was present at the lighting of the ceremonial torch that carried the spark of the Well to the first colony world of [[Archon]].<br /> <br /> But then, disaster. A [[Rust Plague]] sprang up on the colonies, virulent and incurable. The council made the dark decision to destroy the space bridges, cutting their colonists off forevermore. What followed was the so-called [[Age of Rust]], where Cybertron failed to find new inspiration after the disastrous end of their colonization program, and a metaphorical rust settled in to the population as well. Soundwave was the most vocal member of the council in trying to find something, ''anything'', to strive for and renew the population's interest. But the council's ennui was deep by this point, and they lacked the drive to push forward any new plans. As the other councilors talked about more research, more time, Soundwave denounced them all as doing nothing BUT talk, and renounced words altogether. He abandoned his position on the council and took a vow of silence, letting his actions speak for him from that point forward. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|Covenant of Primus}}<br /> <br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> Soundwave was a gladiator from [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]] who almost bested [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] in combat, an act that created mutual respect between the two. Soundwave saw in Megatron a desire to return to the swashbuckling spirit of the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, when Cybertronians emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] having to escape from the [[Underworld]]'s monsters rather than being put into a [[caste system|caste]]. He was appointed Megatron's lieutenant with [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. Though Megatron despised Minicons, Soundwave insisted on having them around to spy on their gladiators, including the time when Megatron's librarian friend [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Orion Pax]] came to visit. He was suspicious of Orion and even asked permission from Megatron to tail him as he returned to [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]].<br /> <br /> After [[Decepticon]]s bombed Cybertron in Megatron's name, Soundwave sent [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]] and [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] to search for the [[Matrix of Leadership]] in [[Crystal City]] (a place which design he always found self-indulgent). Soundwave was not sure whether he should have bothered, as he was not superstitious and wondered what use a piece of a [[Star Saber (Prima)|broken sword]] could be. Instead he got chilling indications Crystal City's scientists were planning to revive [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]]. <br /> <br /> [[File:WFCcomicDecepticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;Yeah, this look is cool now, but I don't think I'll have it ''forever'': I mean, who'd like to [[GEEWUN|see things looking the same for over twenty five years]], right guys? ...guys?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Soundwave attended Orion and Megatron's hearing before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]]. During this meeting, Soundwave helped to sow discord and tension by loudly shouting his complaints over security breaches that, in truth, he himself had caused. The Council noted that they were aware someone had tried to find the Matrix, and they appointed Orion [[Prime (rank)|Prime]] and requested he find it. This tore Orion and Megatron's movement in two.<br /> <br /> During the final days of the war, Soundwave and his minions' research changed the fate of Cybertron. It was they who found the areas of the [[DataNet]] that [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] had overlooked and not deleted, revealing the existence of [[Dark Energon]] on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] Station. It was he who remembered the [[Geosynchronous Energon Bridge]] below Crystal City that allowed for the mass transportation of Dark Energon between Cybertron and Trypticon. And it was the evidence he got from Rumble and Frenzy when they infiltrated Crystal City that revealed the existence of the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]] and its two [[Code Key]]s, which enabled Megatron to poison the [[Core]] of Cybertron.<br /> <br /> When Optimus removed the Chamber from the Core, beginning the planet's slow healing process, Soundwave boarded the ''Nemesis'' with Megatron, [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Lugnut (WFC)|Lugnut]] to pursue the Autobot ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'' into the unknown reaches of space. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> <br /> {{note|Soundwave's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic &quot;[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|Transformers: War for Cybertron]].&quot;}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave regained consciousness on board the ''Nemesis'' after emerging from the energy field created by the Space Bridge explosion over Cybertron. While Megatron demanded a status report, Soundwave was already deep at work in a console attempting to determine the answer. Along with Starscream and Megatron, Soundwave examined the tracking reports and confirmed Starscream's assumption that the ''Ark'' was likely not too far away. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Ask Vector Prime===<br /> In [[Uniend 610.23 Zeta]], {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}} [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] feared that if he or [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] knew the whereabouts of the [[AllSpark]], Soundwave would be able to find it. {{storylink|Bumblebee at Tyger Pax}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Germán Fabregat]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Arto Nieminen]] (Finnish)}}<br /> When a gladiator calling himself Megatronus vowed to challenge Cybertron's leadership, Soundwave was his first follower and chief amongst them. Soundwave remained at Megatronus' side, now Megatron, as the conflict escalated into a war. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} After finding out that the Decepticon scientist [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had used Rumble and Frenzy as test subjects in his experiment to swap the sparks of Decepticons between different bodies, he demanded that Shockwave return them to their original bodies, to which Shockwave complied. {{storylink|Unreliable Narratives}} Following the [[Great Exodus]], when the Decepticons were trying to decrypt an encoded Autobot transmission, Soundwave suggested they should let Shockwave have a shot at interrogating [[Arcee (WFC)|Arcee]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]]. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons later arrived on [[Earth]]. During a Decepticon attack on Cliffjumper, Soundwave intercepted Arcee's comms talk. He later played it back to Starscream, prompting the Decepticon leader to send the drones after her. He later detected transmissions coming from deep space, that prompted the Decepticons to fire up the [[space bridge]], allowing Megatron to return. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} <br /> <br /> [[File:DarknessRising5-Soundwaveturn.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|''Voice actor:'' [[Snake-Eyes]] (English).]]<br /> Shortly after Megatron left the ship on a mission, Starscream wondered aloud if Megatron had a touch of space madness, and Soundwave reminded him that their absent leader was still in charge. Starscream told him to step up global surveillance. Soundwave subsequently intercepted a transmission from [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] and, on Starscream's order, dispatched [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] to capture the agent to learn the location of the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} When the Autobots attacked the ''Nemesis'' to retrieve Fowler, slaughtering dozens of their soldiers, Soundwave hid. He simply watched when Megatron returned and took his fury out on Starscream on the bridge for not waiting on his command. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> Starscream sent Soundwave to the [[Giant Sized Array]] radio telescope in [[Texas]] as they needed to use the array to target the space bridge at [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Soundwave hacked into the computer network at the site, but after he had lined up the dishes, someone realigned them. In response to Starscream's demands as to what was happening, he tapped into the base's security system and discovered that the Autobots' three human friends were in a nearby room, similarly accessing the computer. He extended a tentacle into the room they were in and attacked them. When [[Miko Nakadai|Miko]] tried to chop the tentacle with an ax, Soundwave took it from her and used it to sever the computer system's hardline, locking the dishes on Cybertron. The three kids entered the room in time to see him leaving, and Miko and Soundwave snapped photos of each other. <br /> <br /> [[File:MastersStudents-Soundwavesradar.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|See how much more convincing I am as a [[:File:Cybertronsoundwave.jpg|communications tower]] with this look?]]<br /> <br /> Because of Soundwave's success, the Autobots resorted to sabotaging the space bridge, blowing it up and taking Megatron with it. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}} At Starscream's order, Soundwave activated the comm system so Starscream could give a speech to the troops, declaring himself leader. Failing to impress the Vehicons, Starscream pressed Soundwave's sensors into locating [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]], a Decepticon secreted in a pod in the desert. Starscream and Soundwave reactivated Skyquake, only to find he wasn't receptive to Starscream's leadership, and instead set about fighting [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]. Soundwave detected a Decepticon signal from the site where the space bridge exploded, and when Starscream went to investigate, Soundwave sent Laserbeak to keep Starscream honest while he himself filmed the battle between Skyquake and Optimus and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Though the outcome of the fight was not favorable to the Decepticon cause, Soundwave was able to ensure that Starscream returned Megatron's barely-functioning body to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave intercepted a transmission from [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] who was heading for Earth. At Starscream's order, he downloaded the necessary information to [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]], who took on Wheeljack's form and infiltrated the Autobot base. As Starscream and Soundwave paid a visit to the captive Wheeljack, Soundwave prevented his leader from terminating their prisoner, as he might be of use later. The two 'Cons retired to the ship's top deck to wait for Makeshift to activate the [[GroundBridge]], however Wheeljack broke free and started trashing the Vehicons. When Wheeljack escaped through the ground bridge and sent back Makeshift with his grenade activated, Soundwave and Starscream made sure to get well clear before he exploded. {{storylink|Con Job}} During another Autobot operation, Soundwave listened in on their comm chatter, prompting Starscream to send some Vehicons to attack. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Deusex-Soundwavecrouching.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|And that's why there's no [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]].]]<br /> When [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] mentioned seeing an [[Energon Harvester]] in a fresco in [[Greece]], Soundwave was able to track the device's location to a museum. Breakdown and [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] kept the Autobots busy in front of the museum while Soundwave sneaked in the back. He ran into [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] and [[Jack Darby|Jack]], who were already in the process of stealing the Harvester, and grabbed it from them before making a getaway in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SickMind-Soundwaveobjects.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|&quot;Let me see some tenderness connected with a death, or that dark chamber, Spirit, which we left just now, will be forever present to me.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Starscream and Knock Out made a concerted attempt to convince Soundwave that Megatron was beyond saving, and that the only option left to them was euthanasia. Soundwave remained skeptical, and pointed out the patch cable that Arcee and Bumblebee was using to access Megatron's brain. Megatron's life support was damaged during the ensuing confusion, and though it seemed Starscream and Knock Out were content to leave Megatron flat-lining, Soundwave pressured them into reconnecting the cable sustaining their master. {{storylink|Sick Mind}}<br /> <br /> After Megatron's resurrection, Soundwave kept him informed regarding Starscream's activities, including his attempt to resurrect Skyquake with the Dark Energon shard ripped from Megatron's chest, and the loss of his arm. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Soundwave watched as Breakdown was captured by [[MECH]], and reported back to Starscream. He was on the bridge of the ''Nemesis'' when Starscream passed the news on to Megatron, who was less than impressed that Breakdown had been taken by a bunch of humans. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} He detected the magnetic anomaly caused by the [[polarity gauntlet]], causing Megatron to send Breakdown to go look for it. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Starscream headed to a stripped Energon Mine to discover mining drills still there. Starscream attempted to blame this on Soundwave. Megatron told Starscream that Soundwave had been filling him in on the second-in-command's activities. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Soundwave listened to Starscream's confessions after Megatron nearly terminated the second-in-command. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SoundwavePlayingSparkbeat..jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|He's playing Dubstep.]]<br /> When the new Decepticon space bridge was nearing completion, Soundwave supplied a diagram of the last component they needed. After they obtained said component, Megatron left the ship on a mission of his own. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] began searching the ship for the Decepticon leader and Megatron instructed Soundwave to send Prime to him. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} Soundwave translated tremors coming from the [[Earth's core]] into sound, revealing it to be a heartbeat. Megatron did not appreciate this, as it was making his head hurt. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}} After Megatron left the ship to talk to [[Unicron]], Soundwave monitored the comms channels for his master's return. When [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] suggested considering a future without Megatron, Soundwave ominously looked at her. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwavelayingdownthelaw.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|left|YOU! SHALL NOT! PASS!]]<br /> Soundwave continued to try to find some sign of Megatron. When Airachnid announced Megatron wasn't coming back and ordered the ship to [[Regulon Four]], Soundwave decided it was time to lay down the law. He defied Airachnid, who angrily attacked him, but the Decepticon spy master quickly proceeded to defeat Airachnid. Upon Unicron's defeat, Soundwave detected Megatron's signal and activated the GroundBridge, bowing in respect with the other Decepticons as Megatron entered the bridge of the ship. He had to hold Breakdown back when they saw that Megatron was accompanied by Optimus Prime. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> With Optimus amnesiac and believing himself to be archivist Orion Pax, Soundwave made sure the ship's data core was clear of any incriminating evidence so Orion could be put to work decrypting information they'd stolen from the Iacon archives. When Arcee managed to get on board the ship to look for the lost Autobot leader, Soundwave made deft use of the GroundBridge to get her back off before Orion could see her. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} When Orion eventually learned the truth, Soundwave relayed the news to Megatron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} He also notified Megatron when activity was detected on Cybertron, indicating that the Autobots had gone there in an attempt to help Optimus. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> When Megatron was angry after having had the [[spark extractor|latest find]] snatched from his hands, Soundwave reminded him there were still two more sets of coordinates to investigate. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Soundwave was present when Megatron unsuccessfully tested the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}} He played back footage of Skyquake's demise for [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]]. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave continued to try to decode more data from the Iacon archives, in a continuation of Orion Pax's work. When Airachnid requested Megatron's approval to take point in the hunt for the relics, Megatron requested that Soundwave remind him of her previous words when she planned to abandon him. Later, after Dreadwing and Breakdown's failure to execute her, Soundwave began tracing Airachnid's location during her communication to the ''Nemesis'' for Megatron. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, Soundwave reviewed security footage and discovered that Bulkhead had been the one to cause it. Megatron brought it back online using Dark Energon, though the ship's guiding intelligence proved uncontrollable by the Decepticons. Soundwave plugged himself into the flight console in an attempt to regain control, but was zapped into stasis. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Triage Soundwave visor reflection.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|You--cracked--my--visor! [[Knock Out (Prime)|Prepare for sur...]] wait, wrong line.]]<br /> He was on the ''Nemesis'' bridge when Knock Out left to find the first of the four relics decoded by the ship, {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and saw Dreadwing off to find the second relic as well. {{storylink|Triangulation}} After Megatron received word from Hardshell that the artifact he had been sent to retrieve was [[Tox-En]], {{storylink|Toxicity}} Soundwave was dispatched to find the last of the four relics. Soundwave encountered the ''[[Jackhammer (Prime)|Jackhammer]]'' and used Laserbeak as a distraction. He soon uncovered the [[Resonance Blaster]], only to be attacked by [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]]. Though the Autobot managed to crack his visor, Soundwave triumphed, and was only stopped from dispatching Wheeljack by an SOS from Laserbeak. He picked up Laserbeak and returned to the ''Nemesis'', where Knock Out discovered a grenade implanted in the deployer. Once the offending item was removed, Soundwave returned to his work decrypting the Iacon database, unaware that the Autobots had also implanted a virus in Laserbeak, which passed into the computer and began transmitting the database to the Autobots' mainframe. {{storylink|Triage (episode)|Triage}} He returned to the bridge to listen to Megatron complain about how ineffective everyone else was, and watched [[Hardshell (Prime)|Hardshell]] and Knock Out argue. {{storylink|Hurt}}<br /> <br /> When [[Silas|Cylas]] came to the Decepticons with the offer of a [[Project Damocles]] satellite, Soundwave was sent to a military base in [[Colorado]] to get the codes so they could control the satellite from the ''Nemesis''. He hacked into the computer, giving him the ability to use the satellite even as he was downloading the codes for it, but failed to stop Raf from knocking the satellite out of orbit. He retreated as the Autobots reached his position. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> With new information about where the Autobots' human friends lived, Soundwave had Laserbeak patrol the area around [[Jasper]]. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} Soundwave succeeded in decoding another set of coordinates, and Megatron sent him with a decoy Iacon relic to draw the Autobots off. While he managed to keep Optimus Prime's team occupied for a lengthy period of time, it was not long enough, and by the time he returned to the ''Nemesis'', Optimus had gotten hold of the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy (episode)|Legacy}} Continuing his work, Soundwave decoded more coordinates and reported them to Megatron while the latter forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}} <br /> <br /> When Megatron returned from victory, he told Soundwave, in great detail, how he had destroyed the Star Saber with his own blade. He soon had two more sets of coordinates downloaded, resulting in Knock Out securing an [[Omega Key]]. When the final set decoded into an image of [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]], Soundwave joined Laserbeak in the field to capture the Autobot rookie. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} He was on hand to show the image he'd decoded to Smokescreen. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After firing up the space bridge so Megatron could go to Cybertron, Soundwave told Starscream about what he'd discovered regarding the location of the Autobots' human allies. He later helped Starscream kidnap the three kids and transport them to Cybertron for use as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}} After handing over Raf in exchange for an [[Omega Key]], Soundwave took part in the activation of the [[Omega Lock]]. He survived the lock's destruction at the hands of Optimus Prime, and returned to Earth with the others. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> <br /> During the hunt for the scattered Autobots, Soundwave dispatched Laserbeak to monitor an attempt to off Jack Darby. The attack resulted in an explosion that took out Laserbeak, and though Soundwave worked, he was unable to retrieve any further surveillance data from the salvaged, charred Deployer. He opened a space bridge to Cybertron, through which Knock Out returned from a mission accompanied by the long-missing [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. {{storylink|Darkmount, NV}} Soundwave was present when Starscream proudly showed off the dancing monkey picture he'd found and later when Shockwave brought [[Predaking (Prime)|a Predacon]] to Earth. {{storylink|Scattered}} {{storylink|Prey (episode)|Prey}} As Starscream dispatched troops to deal with a number of Autobot signals, Soundwave tried to point out that their army was being spread thinly. He suggested that the Autobots were likely to be using the ''[[Harbinger]]'' as a base, but [[Darkmount (Earth)|Darkmount]] came under attack before the Decepticons had a chance to act on the information. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}<br /> <br /> He was forced to repair the ''Nemesis'' communication dish after the Predacon damaged it. {{storylink|Plus One (Prime)|Plus One}} Soundwave GroundBridged to Shockwave's aid in [[Texas]], when the other Decepticon came under attack from Autobots. With the help of Laserbeak, Soundwave managed to take down Optimus Prime and deftly GroundBridged a fragment of Predacon remains back to the ''Nemesis'' before the Autobots could get their hands on it. {{storylink|Project Predacon}}<br /> <br /> When a plague inadvertently engineered by Knock Out and Starscream began spreading through the Vehicon population, Soundwave oversaw cleanup efforts. His group of Vehicons and Insecticons moved through the ship, destroying the infected, until the Insecticons suddenly broke off from the operation. He followed them, and on discovering that Airachnid was out of stasis and controlling them once more, used the space bridge to transport both her and the Insecticons to one of Cybertron's moons. {{Storylink|Thirst}} Soundwave hung around during a Decepticon meeting to determine what to do about the potential threat of the Predacons. {{storylink|Evolution}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwave Mocks.jpg|thumb|left|:)|upright=1.4]]<br /> As the Decepticons gathered resources to rebuild the Omega Lock, Soundwave monitored some Vehicons stealing materials. He activated the GroundBridge for them when the Autobots turned up, but he himself was shot down by Optimus Prime and crashed into power lines, disabling himself. The Autobots took him back to their shielded base and attempted to interrogate him to find out what Megatron's plans were, but Soundwave merely erased his data and crashed his own hard drives before breaking his vow of silence to convey a message:<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|''Soundwave superior. Autobots inferior.''}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave remained offline until Laserbeak arrived and reactivated him with new orders—capture Ratchet. {{storylink|Minus One}} After returning to the ''Nemesis'' with Ratchet, Soundwave helped attempt to persuade his prisoner to cooperate by showing him pictures of the kids and the current Autobot base. {{storylink|Persuasion}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons were puzzled when they picked up Laserbeak's signal outside the warship, as Laserbeak was still attached to Soundwave's torso. {{storylink|Synthesis}} Stationed on the bridge during the Autobot attack on the warship, Soundwave used the GroundBridge to send the Wreckers to a different part of the ship. When the bridge was next attacked by Miko wearing the Apex Armor, Soundwave opened another GroundBridge and advanced on her menacingly, only for Raf to open a second GroundBridge directly behind him. The conflicting energies trapped Soundwave in the [[shadowzone (dimension)|Shadowzone]]. {{storylink|Deadlock}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan ''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[File:Titan4.2 Soundwave listen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1| You look different, Soundwave. Did you do something different with your entire face?]]<br /> During the war, Soundwave took part in a mission led by Megatron to invade [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and destroy the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. The team had barely made it in before Soundwave detected that they'd been spotted and the five Decepticons had to take cover. Following a failed gambit which expended the other three team members, Megatron gave Soundwave a bomb. While his leader caused a distraction, Soundwave ran to plant the bomb, only to be struck by blasts from [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|one of the defenders]]. Megatron picked up his wounded second-in-command and helped him to safety, along with the other three Decepticons. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Soundwave somehow slipped some code into ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' to hypnotise Raf into opening the GroundBridge so they could send Vehicons through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} When Soundwave's plan to ambush the Autobots in [[The Wave]] went badly, he fired his remote-controlled hand at [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. The hand lodged in the scout's chest and later emerged when Bumblebee and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] were asleep. Despite trying its best to kill Bumblebee, Soundwave's hand was strapped to a firework and shot high into the air. Starscream and Soundwave later scoured the desert for the missing hand and managed to find at least one finger. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> Megatron had Soundwave broadcast his intent to wreck the [[Statue of Liberty]] to the world's media. Unfortunately the US military intercepted all the transmissions before they could be received, leaving Megatron very unhappy with his communications officer. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.13|Protecting the Lady}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.18|Power Outage}}}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Eaglemoss ''Prime'' Comics===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Horrible TV}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Toy bios===<br /> When Soundwave was severely damaged, his loyal Deployers set to work repairing him. Utilizing the ancient, mysterious science of an alien world, they succeeded, and Soundwave was revived. To reflect the fact that he was no longer content with just being the Decepticons' communications specialist, he renamed himself &quot;'''Soundblaster'''&quot;, and took on a more combative role. {{storylink|#GenerationsSoundblaster|Voyager Class Soundblaster}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> Soundwave intercepted a message between [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] indicating that the pair were heading for a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. As [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] headed out to tail the two Autobots, Soundwave monitored events on [[Earth]] to make sure no one else was following. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2}} When Predaking came back alone with the news Megatron had apparently perished in an explosion, Soundwave and the other Decepticons immediately suspected [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was responsible. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe''===<br /> Soundwave was one of the many Decepticons who pursued the [[AllSpark]] to Earth. He participated in an enormous battle against the Autobots in a human settlement. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe|The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe}}<br /> <br /> ===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Lin Dongfu]] (Chinese), [[János Bácskai]] (Hungarian)}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 36 Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Team Bee can't touch this.]]<br /> Trapped in the Shadowzone, Soundwave followed Megatron back to Earth, but got stuck on the planet after Megatron departed. {{storylink|Portals}} Some years after Cybertron's rebirth, a statue of Soundwave was constructed. {{storylink|Pilot (Part 1)}} His role in the war as Megatron's top lieutenant, and his fearsome reputation as a tactical genius, were well documented on Cybertron, as was his entrapment in the Shadowzone during his final battle aboard the starship ''Nemesis''. <br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave powered up by three Neo-Forges.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Designation: Soundwave.&lt;br&gt;Operation: New Genesis.]]<br /> After wandering aimlessly for an unspecified amount of time, Soundwave finally got his chance to escape the Shadowzone after [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] activated a malfunctioning GroundBridge, creating a portal to the Shadowzone. Soundwave flew through the rift and, along with Laserbeak, overwhelmed Bumblebee's team, throwing the yellow Autobot into the Shadowzone and knocking out [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] and [[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]] with his tentacles. That job done, Soundwave set to work constructing a radio array, hoping to contact Megatron and spark a mass Decepticon exodus to Earth. He was hampered by the antics of Fixit, [[Denny Clay|Denny]], and [[Russell Clay|Russell]], who managed to distract him long enough for Grimlock and Strongarm to come to their senses. The two Autobots renewed their assault on the Decepticon, prompting Soundwave to portal them away with Laserbeak. While the Autobots and humans regrouped and conferred with Bumblebee, Soundwave finished constructing his device. On the Autobot team's next attempt to hinder him, Soundwave chased Denny into a crane with his tentacles while Russell stole the last component of his communicator. Soundwave fired a barrage of portals at the human, until they overlapped and opened another Shadowzone portal, allowing Bumblebee to return and fight the Decepticon. Denny knocked Soundwave back through his portal with his crane, and Fixit kept the portal open long enough for Strongarm and Grimlock to return Laserbeak to the same realm. {{storylink|Portals}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Laserbeak, unite. Operation: Panzer Unit.]]<br /> <br /> At some point during Soundwave's imprisonment, he was provided with a group of genetically modified Activator Mini-Cons by [[Autobot High Council|an unknown group]] to collect [[Decepticon Hunter|weapons]] for him. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}} After obtaining Bumblebee's Decepticon Hunter, [[Stuntwing]] returned it through a GroundBridge portal to Soundwave. {{storylink|King of the Hill (Part 2)}} Soundwave dispatched [[Trickout]] through another portal to find more of the weapons, {{storylink|Defrosted}} and the Mini-Con returned to him some time later with a second Decepticon Hunter that he obtained from [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]]. {{storylink|The Great Divide}} When [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]] returned without a weapon, Soundwave was unhappy and threatened to terminate the Mini-Con, who fled. {{storylink|Guilty As Charged}} [[Goldgear]] would later succeed where Hi-Test failed, leaving Soundwave one step closer to completing his &quot;project&quot;. At the same time, the Autobots began to realize that there was a connection with the thefts of their Decepticon Hunters. {{storylink|Railroad Rage}}<br /> <br /> After [[Steeljaw's Pack]] was sprung from custody by a group of mysterious &quot;benefactors&quot;, Soundwave contacted them through a portal, revealing that he was associated with said benefactors and directing them to prepare for their arrival on Earth or face painful deactivation. {{storylink|Prepare for Departure}}<br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new robot mode.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Power depleted.&lt;br&gt;Suggested tactic: Retreat.]]<br /> After [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]] obtained some nuclear fuel rods, Soundwave, now reformatted to a new body and vehicle mode, used the Decepticon Hunters to escape the Shadowzone and rendezvoused with him at a demolition derby. There, he revealed a transgalactic beacon generator constructed from wreckage in the Shadowzone which he planned to use to summon Megatron back to Earth. He dismissed the resulting destruction of life on Earth as a result of the radiation from the rods as collateral damage, much to Steeljaw's disgust. Forcing Steeljaw to retreat, Soundwave proceeded to take the generator to the highest point in the city, the Crown City Bank Building. Detecting Autobots, he sent Laserbeak in pursuit of Optimus Prime before being engaged by Bumblebee's team. Using the combined Hunters weapon to freeze Bumblebee and Strongarm, he found himself being disarmed by Sideswipe before Bumblebee, freed by Grimlock, used the weapon to first cut off the ends of Soundwave's tentacles to bring him to his knees and then freeze his body. As the generator started to fire up, Soundwave declared that Megatron would return before it was suddenly destroyed by a missile from Optimus, who had linked with Hi-Test. His mission failed, Soundwave went into stasis. He was then taken back to Cybertron by Optimus onboard ''[[Prime Force One]]'' so that Soundwave could stand trial at long last. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> [[File:Soundwave WfC GameInformer Concept Art.jpg|upright=1.66|So Soundwave, you ever going to use that giant missile pod on your shoulder?<br /> &quot;Well there was that [[Spotlight: Soundwave|one time.&quot;]]|thumb]]<br /> Soundwave took control of the orbital station [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was posted at, helping [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] to reach the [[Dark Energon]] by establishing a forward base within the station. He then directed Megatron to a Data Matrix Center in order to find a route to the Dark Energon that had not been blocked by Starscream. <br /> <br /> Later, Soundwave notified Megatron that access to the core was impossible, as it was guarded by the Omega Gate. He and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] accompanied Megatron as they led the assault on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], through which they would find and take the [[Omega Key]], opening the Omega Gate and allowing the core to be infused with Dark Energon. On their way to the [[Stellar Galleries]], Soundwave reported [[sniper (WFC)|sniper]]s, and after taking them down, Megatron infused the entrance with Dark Energon and took his team into the security station. Soundwave noticed that the batteries fed the security grid, and the trio infused each of them with Dark Energon, deactivating the security measures. Soundwave then detected the Omega Key behind their next door, and after opening it, the Decepticons arrived at the Stellar Galleries. They opened the container, finding not the key, but a message from [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Zeta Prime]], who announced that he had taken the Omega Key, anticipating Megatron's plan. Zeta sent Autobot attack forces against them, but they were swiftly taken down. Megatron ordered Soundwave to trace Zeta Prime's broadcast, and Soundwave found it came from 12.7 cycles ahead. He then noted a weak wall, and the Decepticons broke it down and entered the cities' subsystems, providing a direct route to Zeta, and the Omega Key.<br /> <br /> The group descended down a shaft and went through a tunnel, avoiding trains on the way, and after breaking down a door in a ventilation area, they were ambushed by Autobot cloakers. Soundwave dispatched them and infused Dark Energon into the batteries. Megatron congratulated him, and then ordered him to unlock the exit. Soundwave obliged, and the trio found themselves in another tunnel. Breakdown challenged Soundwave to a race, to which the Decepticon responded, in his trademark monotone, &quot;Negative.&quot; Tough crowd. Rushing through the tunnel, this time full of moving trains, the group came to a station where they infiltrated Iacon's lower levels. Soundwave detected the Omega Key at last, and suggested proceeding through the logistics station. Roughing it through the Autobot attackers, Soundwave finally determined that the key was beyond the train tunnels.<br /> <br /> Soundwave and his teammates arrived at Iacon's main streets, where they met up with [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] outside of Zeta Prime's vaults, which were impervious to the small amount of Dark Energon Megatron was capable of channeling. After Megatron's squad helped Brawl clear the area, Brawl called in the Dark Energon bombers, but they were spectacularly shot down by the planetary guns. Brawl suggested disabling them, and Soundwave assisted in carrying out the plan. Autobots advanced all around, but Soundwave and the others managed to hold them off until the next wave of bombers arrived, clearing the street and destroying the Vault doors. Soundwave joined the others on their way to the entrance, but the squad was intercepted by a [[Destroyer (WFC)|Destroyer]]. Soundwave and Breakdown split from Megatron to flank him, and eventually they rendered him non-functional. Inside the vault, they avoided Zeta's traps and finally reached the Omega Key—but it too was a trap. Zeta then attacked them, using a giant hologram and controlling the chamber to his advantage, dropping the ceiling and sending holographic brutes to attack for him while safe within an impenetrable energy shield. (Even during the battle, Soundwave was impressed by the creation of endless energon clones, to which Breakdown responded, roughly, &quot;NERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRD!&quot;) Soundwave's dorkiness proved useful in discerning the weakness of Zeta's machines—that the core rapidly overheated after prolonged use, and needed to open up in order to cool, rendering it vulnerable to attack. After the battle, Megatron plucked from Zeta's hand the &quot;key&quot;...which started to blink its lights and chirp. Zeta Prime informed them that the &quot;key&quot; he was actually a device that activated the real key: [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]].<br /> <br /> As the three Decepticons flew away to track Omega, Soundwave noticed that the &quot;key&quot; was coming for them. Omega Supreme attacked, and thrust the Decepticons' star cruiser into a wall. Crash-landing, Megatron had a change of plans; force Omega Supreme to open the Omega Gate. Soundwave noticed a Decepticon [[Dropship (WFC)|Dropship]] across the bridge, but when the squad went to investigate, Omega Supreme intercepted them. Soundwave reported that his weapons were ineffective; Megatron told his soldiers to destroy the bridge supports, causing Omega Supreme's vast bulk to collapse it. But he transformed to his ship mode, flew back up, and forced the Decepticons to retreat inside. In a frenzy, Breakdown noted that the next door was locked, and Soundwave proposed that Dark Energon could open the door, which it did. Inside, Soundwave picked up a transmission from Starscream, who announced that he would be replacing the &quot;deceased&quot; Megatron as Decepticon leader. Enraged, Megatron threatened Starscream, but Soundwave informed his leader that communication to the surface had been cut off, so Starscream could not hear him.<br /> <br /> The trio arrived at the lift, but found it to be locked down. Breaking the locks got the lift back to working condition, but on their way up, Omega Supreme returned and blasted it, forcing the Decepticons down the shaft at breakneck speed. Omega was still out there, so the emergency brakes' destruction was the Decepticons' only hope. At the bottom, they continued their journey to find a way to fight Omega Supreme—Soundwave noted that at the top of the tower were several heavy weapons emplacements which could at least theoretically damage Omega—but Omega Supreme didn't know the meaning of the word quit. (He really doesn't; not much in the processor department.) He grabbed the Decepticons, but Soundwave helped out in shooting Omega Supreme's hand, forcing him relinquishing the three from his grasp. They retreated inside a fortified Autobot position, and in order to prevent detection, Soundwave jammed their signals. Slaying the Autobots inside who dared attempt to counterattack, Soundwave unlocked the exit, which only let in more Autobots. They too, met their demise, but as Soundwave and his comrades escaped, he noticed that the Autobots' security was countering the effects of Dark Energon. Destroying the sentries turned to be a worthwhile solution, but then the Decepticons had to deal with Omega Supreme mining road. Soundwave's sensors indicated the presence of a bridge nearby, and though Breakdown was unsure, Megatron was willing to follow Soundwave's advice. Once again, Omega Supreme continued to stalk them, but Soundwave led his group to an alternate route...a dead end, to be precise, which Megatron was irritated with. Soundwave revealed that breaking a structurally-weak sealed doorway nearby took them to Iacon maintenance tunnels leading straight to the bridge terminal. When they arrived through the power conduits, Soundwave and the others fought through more Autobots and finally activated the bridge.<br /> <br /> Racing across the bridge, they barely avoided Omega Supreme's pursuit, and Soundwave located another cargo lift that would transport them straight to the heavy ion turrets. On the lift he picked up several Autobot/Decepticon signals, a sign they were approaching the battle on the surface. Soundwave participated in the slugfest, and his analysis proved that the turrets nearby had enough firepower to legitimately damage Omega Supreme. Then, he showed no mercy using the turrets to breach Omega's armour and finally topple him to the ground below.<br /> <br /> Soundwave, Breakdown, and Megatron followed Omega, and at the bottom, they were surprised to see him survive and transform into his mighty [[robot mode]]. Soundwave noted that energon batteries produced from within Cybertron were the source of Omega's limitless endurance, and further advised the team on battling Omega; avoiding his tractor beams would allow them to live, and his turrets were vulnerable, making them the prime target. When the turrets were blown, Soundwave saw that the batteries were being used to repair them, and so it became an objective to corrupt them with Dark Energon. When Omega Supreme used the batteries to heal himself, he was instead weakened, allowing the Decepticons to critically injure him. Omega Supreme was still alive even after all of that, but much weaker. Soundwave observed that his chest plating had been damaged, and Megatron ordered Soundwave and Breakdown to blast it, and Omega Supreme fell at last. Soundwave advised Megatron that now would be a good time to corrupt Omega with Dark Energon, but Megatron told Captain Obvious to shut up and did as he would have done even if Soundwave hadn't brought it up, laughing all the way.<br /> <br /> After Cybertron's Core had been infected with Dark Energon, Soundwave was reassigned as head of [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]]'s prison, and watched over (i.e., tortured) Zeta Prime in his spare time. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], and [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] led an Autobot breakout and battled Soundwave's minions [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]]. Soundwave himself sustained heavy damage leaving the safety of his position to revive and retrieve each Minicon, showing uncharaceristic concern for other living beings. Eventually, defeated and critically damaged, Soundwave desperately attempted to restore himself by absorbing life force from Zeta's very own spark. His attempt to fully heal was halted by Optimus, who even took a shot from the Decepticon intended to finish off Prime. Although Soundwave and his minions fled, the damage had already been done and Zeta Prime expired moments later. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}<br /> Soundwave hacked into the Autobot mainframe and, while Megatron and some other Decepticons kept the Autobots distracted, downloaded intel indicating the location of the Trypticon space station. As they approached the station in Megatron's ship, Soundwave reported that the inhabitants were taking up defensive positions and docking would not be possible. Though Megatron was confident they could ram the station, Soundwave turned out to be right, and they could only get close enough to drop a small team off on the debris surrounding the station. When the station was conquered and Dark Energon in Megatron's hands, Soundwave suggested it might be a good idea to test the stuff prior to use. It turned out to be unstable, and he warned it could result in destruction of its host. The Decepticons set up Kaon Prison as a testing ground and, after eleven failures, established that the Dark Energon could be used. When Barricade asked what happened to the failures, Soundwave would only say that their remains laid in the prison and creepily ask Barricade to get in the chair so he too could be infused with Dark Energon.<br /> <br /> Trypticon station required more power, so the Decepticons sent a team to Cybertron's core to reactivate the Energon Bridge. Soundwave did not anticipate the activation of latent defense systems, triggered by the Decepticon presence, because he hadn't studied the same ancient files as Starscream. Megatron ordered Soundwave to give Starscream whatever he needed, and they succeeded in activating the bridge. Soundwave reported that they were only at 37% power — the Autobots had severed the bridge's link to the core using the Omega Key. Lazerbeak intercepted an Autobot transmission indicating that Zeta Prime was hiding the Omega Key, and Megatron ordered Soundwave to assemble a strike force to obtain it. They managed to find and defeat the Autobot leader, but the Omega Key he had was only the key to awaken the real key — Omega Supreme. Once the Decepticons fought their way through the Autobot defenses, Soundwave reported they had reached Omega Supreme himself. The Decepticons defeated the giant, reestablished the link to the core and infused it with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)|War for Cybertron - Autobots/Decepticons}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave discovers that the Autobots have infiltrated the Datacore. Megatron sends him and Barricade to take care of the intrusion. The two speed out, and Soundwave must navigate a highway overgrown with Dark Energon crystals while dealing with swarms of Aerialbots before they can shut off access to the Datacore. An Autobot Destroyer blocks Soundwave's path and brings the roof down, forcing him to take an alternate route. He makes his way to a security station and downloads the information on the Autobots' advance, radioing Barricade to meet him at the assigned coordinates. When Soundwave arrives, though, he finds Barricade in the middle of a shooting gallery. The Autobots are soon joined by an aerial Destroyer, but the pair make short work of it. Soundwave intercepts a data download but cuts it off quickly, and races to intercept the escaping Autobots. Weaving his way through Dark Energon crystals and moving walls (huh?), he reaches the intercept point in time, causing Ironhide and Bumblebee to skid out of control... and right into a fusion blast from Megatron. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}&lt;!--Claudio Moneta for Italian again?--&gt;<br /> Soundwave was present when Optimus was brought to Megatron by Starscream and [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]]. He watched as [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]''' pulverised''' Megatron. He was the only one who hesitated in following Starscream. He secretly salvaged and with the help of Laserbeak, Rumble and an [[E.D.K. TechVolt]], rebuilt his glorious leader, improving on his original design. He infused Megatron with Dark Energon, and pointed his leader in the direction of Starscream. He took part in the assault on the factory the Autobots had built in the crater where Trypticon crashed, and once Megatron had rebuilt the giant Decepticon, came to power up Trypticon's power core. On Megatron's orders, Soundwave rebuilt Trypticon into the ''Nemesis'', a ship strong enough to make it towards [[Earth|the planet]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had chosen. When the Autobots launched the Ark, the ''Nemesis'' soon caught up, and Soundwave spearheaded the assault on the other ship. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon''===<br /> When Bulkhead infiltrate one of the Decepticons' Dark Energon mines to snatch away the Decepticons' Dark Energon shards, Soundwave faced off against the Autobot before he could take his leave. Soundwave was defeated, and Bulkhead took off with the shards in hand. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense''===<br /> [[File:SoundwaveTerrorconDefense.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|As awesome as he looks here, he's probably waltzing off after Bumblebee blasted him ''again''.]]<br /> Soundwave attempted to retrieve Dark Energon from a mining area but despite his army of Vehicons and Terrorcons, Bumblebee managed to stop him. He returned with more Vehicon troops in tow to procure more Dark Energon and transport it to an abandoned military base. His efforts were once again thwarted, this time by both Arcee and Bumblebee. He then aided Megatron on his final assault on the Autobots' headquarters. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[File:TransformersPrimeTheGame Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Wait, I thought Daft Punk had two guys in it.]]<br /> After [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] saved Miko, and Raf- he had to shut down the reactors in which Soundwave set up to keep Raf from hacking into the Decepticon Database. Ratchet had to shut down each reactor as Soundwave deployed Vehicons, and blocked them with forcefields. Eventually towards the end the two ended up battling; ending with Ratchet defeating Soundwave. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark''===<br /> ====Console====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> ====3DS====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (3DS)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense''===<br /> Soundwave and the other Decepticons attempted to prevent the Autobots from constructing a [[Pulsar Dish]], which would destroy the [[Energon Drain]] that the Decepticons had built in an asteroid field. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike''===<br /> Soundwave and Laserbeak engaged Optimus in aerial combat over a snowy terrain. Upon Optimus's approach, Soundwave boasted aloud that he had been observing the Autobot leader, and knew exactly how to defeat him! Despite Soundwave peppering the skies with laser-blasts and cluttering them with floating &quot;aerial mines,&quot; Optimus made short work of both Soundwave and his Deployer. As Soundwave flew off, he declared that more surveillance was need, but Optimus's defeat would nonetheless be inevitable. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike|Decepticon Strike}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundwave-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|For once, Soundwave felt inferior.]]<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundblaster-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Uh, should we really continue with the yellow highlights? It doesn't look evil enough.]]<br /> Soundwave (and Soundblaster) participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He appeared in two different bodies:<br /> *''Soundwave (FOC)'' — This Epic character first appeared in the &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini events, and could be could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.<br /> *''Soundblaster (FOC)'' — This Epic character was available to 2500 players in a &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini event, and could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.{{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: War for Cybertron===<br /> [[File:WFC Gamestop Commercial.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|The toy can do this if you try hard enough.]]<br /> [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] arrived to a location where [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], and Soundwave were battling Autobots. Megatron left, leaving Shockwave in charge. Shockwave ordered Soundwave to [[Transformation|Transform]]. Soundwave changed into Cybertronian boombox mode and played [[The Touch]]. {{storylink|Commercial#War for Cybertron|GameSpot's commercial for their Shockwave multiplayer exclusive}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: Prime===<br /> *Soundwave knows that out of all the radio transmissions in the universe, Megatron's favorite song is the ''[[My Little Pony]]: Friendship is Magic'' [[theme song|theme]]. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Song|Megatron's Favorite Song}}<br /> <br /> *Megatron was embarrassed when an episode of ''My Little Pony'' caused him to cry in front of Soundwave. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Ask Megatron|Ask Megatron}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-CybertronianSoundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|No [[Soundwave (Animated)|giant guitar]] this time!]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' two &quot;weapons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)#Toys|War for Cybertron]]'' Soundwave transforms into an SUV-style &quot;communications truck&quot;, as seen in [[Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|the video game]]. He comes with his classic shoulder launcher and rifle, both of which can be mounted on his hands, right shoulder, and rear vehicle sides via [[5mm post]]s, and store inside his opening chest (approximating the visual of cassette spools). Soundwave's head features a [[light-piping]] gimmick, but the effect is largely neutered by his painted visor. <br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#United|Soundwave Cybertron Mode]] and [[Soundwave (KOU)|''Knights of Unicron'' Soundwave]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/GenerationsSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cybertronian Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsVoyager}}<br /> [[File:Generations-SoundwaveVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With all the downsizing, Soundwave's surprised he's gotten so big.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG13'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' toys, Soundwave is a larger mold, and comes with a shoulder cannon which can peg (via 5mm post) into his hands, right shoulder, and roof/back. <br /> <br /> : He also comes with [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Generations|Laserbeak]], who utilizes Soundwave's main [[gimmick]], storing and launching Laserbeak and other &quot;[[data disc]]&quot; minions. A button to the left of his head can be pressed to open his spring-loaded chest compartment, allowing up to three data discs to be stored inside. With discs stored, his back panel/roof now acts as a plunger, which can be moved forward in either mode to launch minions out. Launched minions should land on buttons on their undersides, thus triggering their [[Flipchanger|spring-loaded transformation mechanisms]] and springing them into action! ...Hopefully.<br /> <br /> : As an undocumented feature, the seat on his vehicle roof holds ''[[Diaclone]]'' drivers (and by virtue of similar sizes, ''[[Star Wars Transformers]]'' pilots). Additionally, Soundwave's trigger finger is molded into his left hand, presumably so he can push his own eject button.<br /> <br /> : For some reason, his [[stock photography]] and [[instructions]] depict him with the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Optimus Prime]] toy's [[Ion blaster]] accessory, which isn't included with the final product.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the fourth wave of Japanese ''Generations'' toys, features different colors, using a more purple-ish metallic shade of blue and replacing almost all of his gray parts (the exceptions being his face and &quot;grill&quot;) with a much darker metallic shade. It also features none of the red and yellow [[paint operation|paint details]] on his arms and legs, and renders the seat on his roof black. He features new paint applications in addition to those not present from the Hasbro version.<br /> <br /> : The Hasbro deco of Soundwave was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as Generation 1 [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] in IDW's ''[[The Transformers: Robots in Disguise|Robots in Disguise]]'' comic series while the TakaraTomy deco of Soundwave was also repurposed as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)#Cloud|Soundwave]]. This mold was [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed into [[Blaster (FOC)#Toys|Autobot Blaster]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsSoundblaster}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-FOCSoundblaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Am I New Soundwave, or [[#Beast Hunters|Old]] [[#Deluxe|Old]] New Soundwave?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Soundblaster''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG14'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Buzzsaw/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Also available in the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations Fall of Cybertron'' toys, Soundblaster is a charcoal gray, red, gold, and yellow [[redeco]] of Voyager Class Soundwave, as is the trend with [[Soundblaster (disambiguation)|Soundblasters]]. In fact, he uses exactly the same [[paint operation|paint mask]] as Soundwave, simply changing some of the colors. He now comes with [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], a redeco of Laserbeak.<br /> <br /> : His stock photography and instructions still depict him with the ion blaster accessory which he still doesn't have.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundblaster/soundblaster.htm More information on Soundblaster at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Deluxe}}<br /> [[File:Primetoy-SoundwaveDeluxe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Toy doesn't talk, just like in the TV show!]]<br /> [[File:Prime-toy SoundwaveAM.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Good luck stickering this guy! ''You'll need it.'']]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2012-[[April 28|04-28]]'''<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Prime|Laserbeak]], Arms Micron &quot;[[Zori#Prime|Zori]]&quot; (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' toys, Soundwave transforms from a UAV not unlike the [[Wikipedia:General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper|Predator B drone]] into an angular batlike [[robot mode]]. His transformation includes a spring-loaded head that deploys automatically when his tail and thrust bottle are folded up. His vehicle mode has a [[5mm post|5mm port]] on the top of its fuselage; the robot also has 5mm sockets passing entirely through his palms. Any of these holes can mount the included Laserbeak, or he can store inside Soundwave's chest in either mode.<br /> <br /> : In wave six of the ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave was put into new packaging, which came with a DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Prime]]'' episode &quot;[[Loose Cannons]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the second wave of Japanese ''Prime'' product, has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] version. He comes with his own [[Arms Micron]], Zori, and cannons with 5mm ports and posts have been added to his wings (on his shoulders in robot mode) in order to accommodate said gimmick. Many of the Hasbro [[paint operation]]s have also been removed and replaced with numerous, small, customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, including ones for his tiny sculpted kneecaps, which are practically guaranteed to peel off at the sides. In addition, the [[instructions]] for applying the stickers unfortunately contain an error, with the placement of stickers 14 and 15 being swapped around.<br /> <br /> :This mold was redecoed into two [[Battle Android Trooper|Stealth B.A.T.s]] which were sold with [[Cobra Commander|Old Snake]] through the [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] as a &quot;Club Crossover&quot; exclusive toy, also available to the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Hasbro Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1501.html Arms Micron Soundwave gallery at Alfes's blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[File:PrimeBHtoy-Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yeah, being lost in the wilderness for a couple of months will do that to you.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ravage]], Talon Grapple Cannon<br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime:]] [[Beast Hunters (toyline)|Beast Hunters]]'' Deluxe Class toys, Soundwave is a redeco and extensive [[retool]] of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Soundwave mold, and transforms into a spiky aerial drone with a massive wingspan and three tail-fins. Aside from the usual peg-holes on his fuselage and palms, his wings have been retooled with two new peg-holes, with one on each wing. Instead of Laserbeak, Soundwave features a new partner in the form of Ravage, who is a robotic jaguar that transforms into a thing that fits into Soundwave's chest.<br /> <br /> :Soundwave also comes with the &quot;[[Talon Grapple Cannon]]&quot;, a spring-loaded launcher that fires a [[missile]] with an opening &quot;claw&quot; at the end, with the missile and launcher being tied together with a length of string. The launcher itself features an additional peg on each side, and its main peg is sculpted to be able to fit in the specially-shaped socket on his chest, allowing the cannon to mount on his vehicle mode underside when Ravage is removed.<br /> <br /> :His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2|second chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :This toy also served as the basis of the non-toy ''Beast Wars: Uprising'' incarnation of [[Botanica (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Botanica]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Beast Hunters'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Go!===<br /> [[File:TF-GO-G18-Hunter-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Megatron's optics were quickly poked out.]]<br /> *'''Hunter Soundwave''' (2013-[[April 27|04-27]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G18'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Go!|Ravage]], &quot;Capture Anchor&quot; weapon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Hunter Soundwave is a redeco of the ''Beast Hunters'' Deluxe Class Soundwave toy, featuring a different blue, white, and black color scheme with a red faceplate. The back of the packaging erroneously depicts the ''Beast Hunters'' version of the toy.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[File:BHtoy Cyberverse Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now let's see [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Laserbeak]] pop out of ''this'' guy's chest.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Legion, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 005'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' [[Cyberverse#Series 3|Series 3 Cyberverse]] Legion Class toys, Soundwave is a smaller-scale toy. He comes with a &quot;Sonic Saw&quot; rifle with a chainsaw bayonet, and the weapon features four [[C joint|3mm posts]] and two ports, allowing it to peg onto any of the ports on Soundwave's hands, forearms/wings, and back/fuselage. This weapon, in varying colors, was also used by [[Hun-Gurrr (Prime)|Hun-Gurrr]], [[Smokescreen (Prime)#Cyberverse|Smokescreen]], and the [[Vehicon (Prime)#CyberverseAir|Air Vehicon]].<br /> <br /> : Although the paint operations for the head and the &quot;collar&quot; are mostly [[show-accuracy|show-accurate]], the fact that the black paint operations also include the [[mouthplate]] (which is silver on the [[character model|animation model]]), combined with the purple paint operations on each side of the mouthplate, makes it look as if Soundwave had a huge black head with two purple eyes. This was later amended to some degree by a [[Variant|running change]] that gave the face a slightly darker, more glossy paint job. Soundwave was later redecoed as ''The Last Knight'' [[Ravenspar]].<br /> <br /> : In 2017, this Soundwave also saw release as a one of the 3 random free Legion Class gifts for the Walmart exclusive Blu-Ray release of the [[Transformers (film)|four]] [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|live]]-[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|action]] [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|movies]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/CybLegSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cyberverse Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EZ}}<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (EZ Collection, 2013-[[October 26|10-26]])<br /> **''ID number'': '''EG-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[EZ Collection#Transformers: EZ Collection|EZ Collection]]'' single packed figures, Soundwave is a minimal redeco of Hasbro's Legion Class Soundwave figure, using an ever-so-slightly lighter shade of metallic blue for the base plastic color, while the black paint operations on the abdomen and knees get changed to metallic gray. The paint mask is mostly identical, with the only exception being the head: TakaraTomy's version ditches show-accuracy and instead limits the black paint operation to the mouthplace, which helps making it more obvious where exactly the head ends.&lt;ref name=&quot;cvezcomp&quot;&gt;[http://ofensau.wordpress.com/2014/06/04/beast-hunters-cyberverse-legion-class-soundwave-vs-ez-collection-soundwave/ Beast Hunters Cyberverse Legion Class Soundwave vs. EZ Collection Soundwave]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2015)===<br /> ====Warrior Class====<br /> [[File:Warrior-soundwave.jpg|right|thumb|300px|[https://twitter.com/HI_R/status/797139965519876096/ Super Soundwave FUSION!!!].]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Warrior, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> :Part of the ''[[Combiner Force]]'' subline imprint of the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' toyline, Soundwave transforms from chunky robot into a Cybertronian armored truck. His package art shows his head with the addition of a faceplate, for more of a [[Soundwave (G1)|Generation 1 look]]; this design is known to exist as a pretooled alternate head for the toy, thanks to a (thus far) one-off misassembled figure using it. Although this is undocumented, the shoulder cannon can be hidden inside the truck mode by sliding it between Soundwave's thighs and securing it with the hollows of his feet.<br /> <br /> :The shoulder cannon has its own swivel joint, allowing it to angle up (but not down), and can be rotated in the socket. It can also be removed and placed in Soundwave's hand, with some difficulty; however, without the shoulder turret in place, Soundwave's upper torso has a tendency to swing forward.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Activator}}<br /> <br /> ====Activator Combiners====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Activator-Combiners-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Laserbeak &amp; Soundwave''' (Activators, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|OneStep}}<br /> <br /> ====One-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-1-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (1-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|3Step}}<br /> <br /> ====3-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-3-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (3-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Kinder Surprise===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Only available inside a blindpacked chocolate egg as part of Kinder's ''Transformers: Prime'' series, this buildable Soundwave mini-figure consists of a generic &quot;cog&quot; onto which his limbs and armor can be clipped to construct him. He has articulation on his shoulders and upper legs.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===Mashems===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Available in a 2-pack with Optimus Prime he is a super deformed version of Soundwave and is also made out of a very squishy material. <br /> :Another version of him came in a 6-pack with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Ratchet, and Megatron. He is identical too his previous release.{{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:TfprimeSoundwavePredator.jpg|thumb|But can he replay footage of &quot;[[Operation: Firestorm]]&quot;?]]<br /> [[File:VectorSigmaBotBuilderSoundwave.jpg|thumb|Deep Desert Soundwave.]]<br /> *In ''War for Cybertron'', Soundwave transforms into a Cybertronian truck during gameplay, and his toy does the same, having only one [[alternate mode]]. However, the game also features a Cybertronian boombox mode, seen during a cutscene and the credits (in addition to a commercial for the Shockwave pre-order bonus), which the toy can approximate with some fiddling. In a ''Fall of Cybertron'' easter egg, he also briefly adopts a Cybertronian lamp post, in homage to [[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|the first episode of the Generation 1 cartoon]].<br /> *Despite his toy and concept art appearance, Soundwave has a [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Generation 1|yellow]] visor in the War for Cybertron game. This was changed to red for the Fall of Cybertron sequel (perhaps displaying, in-universe, his furthered dedication to the Decepticon cause?).<br /> *According to the [[Transformers Hall of Fame]] biography, Soundwave [[Perceptor (Animated)|deleted his emotions to process information more quickly]], and is susceptible to [[Cyber Missions 1|too many sonic booms]].<br /> *[[Duane Capizzi]] said Soundwave can speak, but just chooses not to for his many appearances in ''Prime'' and his ''Robots in Disguise'' debut. The decision was to contrast Soundwave with the overly talkative Starscream,&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/bonus-q--a-with-transformers-prime-creators---answered-171430/ TFW2005 Q&amp;A January 2011]&lt;/ref&gt; and at [[BotCon 2011]], the staff compared Soundwave to [[Boba Fett]]. Instead, he records what he overhears and replays it with a mechanical echo that is very similar to the echo of his G1 counterpart. &lt;s&gt;Sorry, [[Frank Welker|Frank]], only [[Megatron (WFC)|one character]] for now...&lt;/s&gt; But when he ''does'' talk in &quot;Minus One&quot;, he sounds a lot like Frank Welker. Surprisingly, Soundwave drops his vow of silence altogether in his later appearances in the &quot;[[Combiner Force]]&quot; portion of ''Robots in Disguise''.<br /> *Soundwave's prehensile tentacles are reminiscent of [[Soundwave (ROTF)|another Soundwave]], although they are significantly less naughty.<br /> *Soundwave's body parts are available to use in the Hub website's [[Vector Sigma Bot Builder]] online game. Normally, you cannot configure a generic 'bot using all Soundwave parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> *The manner in which Soundwave deploys Laserbeak in ''Transformers: Prime'' is similar to that the [[Breastforce]] from ''Transformers: Victory''.<br /> *In one of the rare noticeable instances of physical change within the &quot;Aligned&quot; continuity family, Soundwave's appearance in ''Combiner Force'' is heavily influenced by his ''War for Cybertron'' body, though he retains his head design from ''Prime''.<br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Night Attack Mode''' (ナイトアタックモード ''Naito Atakku Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Balo, Jida, Zori<br /> : In this mode, shown on his box-back photo, Soundwave uses the two-Micron weapon [[Spike Hammer Rod]], while [[Jida]] in &quot;Defense Shield&quot; mode hangs on his left shoulder. What exactly makes all this ideal for nighttime attacks is anyone's guess.<br /> <br /> *'''Jet Mode''' (ジェットモード ''Jetto Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Gora (x2), Zori<br /> : Meant simply for flying in fast and blowing crap up, this heavily modified version of Soundwave requires some real work. Because of all the recycled non-''Transformers'' parts in this mode, TakaraTomy designer [[Takashi Nakase]] has nicknamed this version &quot;Recycle Mode&quot;. Two jet thruster/fuel tanks are created using bottles from a Japanese &quot;common yogurt drink&quot; and a pair of [[Gora]]s painted up silver, with snipped Arms Micron sprues added on for detail. Soundwave also carries a large weapon made from Zori, a plastic fork, and more sprues. Yes, a plastic fork. You read that correctly.<br /> : There is also a vehicle mode configuration for this Arms Up Mode, with the massive turbines on the end of Soundwave's wings and the weapon on top of the main body. The whole shebang can be seen [http://youtu.be/QJUMhgggH-Q in this TakaraTomy developer video on YouTube].<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Soundwave''' (サウンドウェーブ ''Saundowēbu''), '''Soundblaster''' (サウンドブラスター ''Saundoburasutā'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Shēng-pō''' (Taiwan, 聲波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;), '''Shēngbō''' (China, 声波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Barkhan''' (Бархан, &quot;Dune&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Council members]]<br /> [[Category:Cyberverse]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Go! Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Gladiators]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Spies]]<br /> [[Category:Surveillance specialists]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Decepticons]]</div>

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<p>Technospike: /* Merchandise */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambigm|Soundwave (disambiguation)|Soundblaster (disambiguation)}}<br /> :''Soundwave is a [[Decepticon]] from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:Soundwave Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&lt;center&gt;&quot;...&quot;&lt;/center&gt;| No eyes...always watching...]]<br /> '''Soundwave''' (aka '''Soundblaster''') is the spy master of the Decepticons. One of [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s earliest followers, and, many believe, instrumental to his rise, he uses his tentacles and a veritable army of [[Mini-Con]] [[Deployer (WFC)|Deployer]]s to learn everything there is to know about his allies and his enemies. He was never very chatty, but these days, on Earth, he's become near silent, communicating by playing back recordings of other people's conversations. He just sneaks about, patiently looking for Autobot transmissions and creeping [[Starscream (WFC)|you]] out.<br /> <br /> Soundwave often finds himself acting as a restraint on [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], reining in his rather volatile emotions, and ensuring that Starscream's less than subtle ambitions are held in check. Indeed, this applies to every soldier amongst the Decepticon ranks. Even a treacherous schemer like Starscream has very good reason to fear Soundwave; his ferocity and strength from his gladiator days have not lessened in the slightest, rendering him a deadly foe to any Autobot, or [[Airachnid (Prime)|treacherous Decepticon]] seeking to usurp Megatron. This undying loyalty to his master, as well as their long history together, have attained him a lofty, high position in the Decepticon hierarchy. While [[Dreadwing (Prime)|others]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|may]] have officially held the rank of [[second-in-command]], Soundwave may be the true bearer of that distinction, out of sheer loyalty to the Decepticon leader. As long as Soundwave is around, Megatron has nothing to fear.<br /> <br /> It's not just loyalty to Megatron that makes Soundwave such an effective soldier, however. Soundwave wouldn't be caught dead employing ''Bond'' villain tactics; he is concise and pragmatic in all of his endeavors. If he doesn't personally harm you during an outing, don't consider it an act of mercy or decency. You're not a part of his mission and not worth considering. [[Primus]] help you if you're in the way or you ''are'' his mission.<br /> <br /> Soundwave has the ability to receive transmissions from anywhere on the planet, bar the shielded Autobot Base. This allows him to spy on every being on the planet in the hopes of picking up Autobot-related communications. He is also adept in his use of [[GroundBridge]]s during combat, dealing many a foe a frustrating defeat by virtue of them simply not being able to get to him.<br /> <br /> Although he usually works with [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]], Soundwave's range of Mini-Con subordinates also include [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Ravage (WFC)|Ravage]], [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]], [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], [[Zori]], [[Stuntwing]], [[Trickout]], [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]], and [[Goldgear]].<br /> <br /> {{quote|Watch out for the quiet ones.|[[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]|&quot;[[One Shall Rise, Part 3]]&quot;}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Covenant of Primus''===<br /> <br /> Soundwave emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] sometime during or before the [[Age of Wrath]]. As the [[Quintesson]]s took control of Cybertron, they helped establish civilization across the planet, and a ruling body of Cybertronians to oversee the day-to-day activities the Quints wished the Cybertronians to perform. An election was held that named [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Zeta]] as Prime, and Soundwave became a member of his council of thirteen.<br /> <br /> As the age went on, however, Sentinel and his council became suspicious of the Quintessons and ultimately began to plot against the totalitarian rule of these &quot;benevolent invaders&quot;. Although the council kept their true intentions secret, active cells of rebellion broke out independently on Cybertron. A scientist named [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] was the first to translate the Quintesson written language for the rebels, and Soundwave's surveillance abilities acquired this information for the council as well.<br /> <br /> After the Quintessons were eventually overthrown, Soundwave and the council ushered in the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, reverse-engineering Quintesson technology and making their own innovations. A [[Space bridge]] network was used in conjunction with cyberforming equipment to create colony worlds, carrying Cybertronians to the stars. A mechanism was even discovered for carrying the Well's life-giving power to other worlds, allowing energon and Cybertronian life to flourish there as well. Soundwave was present at the lighting of the ceremonial torch that carried the spark of the Well to the first colony world of [[Archon]].<br /> <br /> But then, disaster. A [[Rust Plague]] sprang up on the colonies, virulent and incurable. The council made the dark decision to destroy the space bridges, cutting their colonists off forevermore. What followed was the so-called [[Age of Rust]], where Cybertron failed to find new inspiration after the disastrous end of their colonization program, and a metaphorical rust settled in to the population as well. Soundwave was the most vocal member of the council in trying to find something, ''anything'', to strive for and renew the population's interest. But the council's ennui was deep by this point, and they lacked the drive to push forward any new plans. As the other councilors talked about more research, more time, Soundwave denounced them all as doing nothing BUT talk, and renounced words altogether. He abandoned his position on the council and took a vow of silence, letting his actions speak for him from that point forward. {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|Covenant of Primus}}<br /> <br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> Soundwave was a gladiator from [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]] who almost bested [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] in combat, an act that created mutual respect between the two. Soundwave saw in Megatron a desire to return to the swashbuckling spirit of the [[Golden Age]] of Cybertron, when Cybertronians emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]] having to escape from the [[Underworld]]'s monsters rather than being put into a [[caste system|caste]]. He was appointed Megatron's lieutenant with [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. Though Megatron despised Minicons, Soundwave insisted on having them around to spy on their gladiators, including the time when Megatron's librarian friend [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Orion Pax]] came to visit. He was suspicious of Orion and even asked permission from Megatron to tail him as he returned to [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]].<br /> <br /> After [[Decepticon]]s bombed Cybertron in Megatron's name, Soundwave sent [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]] and [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] to search for the [[Matrix of Leadership]] in [[Crystal City]] (a place which design he always found self-indulgent). Soundwave was not sure whether he should have bothered, as he was not superstitious and wondered what use a piece of a [[Star Saber (Prima)|broken sword]] could be. Instead he got chilling indications Crystal City's scientists were planning to revive [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]]. <br /> <br /> [[File:WFCcomicDecepticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;Yeah, this look is cool now, but I don't think I'll have it ''forever'': I mean, who'd like to [[GEEWUN|see things looking the same for over twenty five years]], right guys? ...guys?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Soundwave attended Orion and Megatron's hearing before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]]. During this meeting, Soundwave helped to sow discord and tension by loudly shouting his complaints over security breaches that, in truth, he himself had caused. The Council noted that they were aware someone had tried to find the Matrix, and they appointed Orion [[Prime (rank)|Prime]] and requested he find it. This tore Orion and Megatron's movement in two.<br /> <br /> During the final days of the war, Soundwave and his minions' research changed the fate of Cybertron. It was they who found the areas of the [[DataNet]] that [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] had overlooked and not deleted, revealing the existence of [[Dark Energon]] on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] Station. It was he who remembered the [[Geosynchronous Energon Bridge]] below Crystal City that allowed for the mass transportation of Dark Energon between Cybertron and Trypticon. And it was the evidence he got from Rumble and Frenzy when they infiltrated Crystal City that revealed the existence of the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]] and its two [[Code Key]]s, which enabled Megatron to poison the [[Core]] of Cybertron.<br /> <br /> When Optimus removed the Chamber from the Core, beginning the planet's slow healing process, Soundwave boarded the ''Nemesis'' with Megatron, [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Lugnut (WFC)|Lugnut]] to pursue the Autobot ''[[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]'' into the unknown reaches of space. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> <br /> {{note|Soundwave's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the comic &quot;[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|Transformers: War for Cybertron]].&quot;}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave regained consciousness on board the ''Nemesis'' after emerging from the energy field created by the Space Bridge explosion over Cybertron. While Megatron demanded a status report, Soundwave was already deep at work in a console attempting to determine the answer. Along with Starscream and Megatron, Soundwave examined the tracking reports and confirmed Starscream's assumption that the ''Ark'' was likely not too far away. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers: Retribution|Retribution}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Ask Vector Prime===<br /> In [[Uniend 610.23 Zeta]], {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}} [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] feared that if he or [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] knew the whereabouts of the [[AllSpark]], Soundwave would be able to find it. {{storylink|Bumblebee at Tyger Pax}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Germán Fabregat]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Arto Nieminen]] (Finnish)}}<br /> When a gladiator calling himself Megatronus vowed to challenge Cybertron's leadership, Soundwave was his first follower and chief amongst them. Soundwave remained at Megatronus' side, now Megatron, as the conflict escalated into a war. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} After finding out that the Decepticon scientist [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had used Rumble and Frenzy as test subjects in his experiment to swap the sparks of Decepticons between different bodies, he demanded that Shockwave return them to their original bodies, to which Shockwave complied. {{storylink|Unreliable Narratives}} Following the [[Great Exodus]], when the Decepticons were trying to decrypt an encoded Autobot transmission, Soundwave suggested they should let Shockwave have a shot at interrogating [[Arcee (WFC)|Arcee]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]]. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons later arrived on [[Earth]]. During a Decepticon attack on Cliffjumper, Soundwave intercepted Arcee's comms talk. He later played it back to Starscream, prompting the Decepticon leader to send the drones after her. He later detected transmissions coming from deep space, that prompted the Decepticons to fire up the [[space bridge]], allowing Megatron to return. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} <br /> <br /> [[File:DarknessRising5-Soundwaveturn.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|''Voice actor:'' [[Snake-Eyes]] (English).]]<br /> Shortly after Megatron left the ship on a mission, Starscream wondered aloud if Megatron had a touch of space madness, and Soundwave reminded him that their absent leader was still in charge. Starscream told him to step up global surveillance. Soundwave subsequently intercepted a transmission from [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] and, on Starscream's order, dispatched [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] to capture the agent to learn the location of the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} When the Autobots attacked the ''Nemesis'' to retrieve Fowler, slaughtering dozens of their soldiers, Soundwave hid. He simply watched when Megatron returned and took his fury out on Starscream on the bridge for not waiting on his command. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> Starscream sent Soundwave to the [[Giant Sized Array]] radio telescope in [[Texas]] as they needed to use the array to target the space bridge at [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. Soundwave hacked into the computer network at the site, but after he had lined up the dishes, someone realigned them. In response to Starscream's demands as to what was happening, he tapped into the base's security system and discovered that the Autobots' three human friends were in a nearby room, similarly accessing the computer. He extended a tentacle into the room they were in and attacked them. When [[Miko Nakadai|Miko]] tried to chop the tentacle with an ax, Soundwave took it from her and used it to sever the computer system's hardline, locking the dishes on Cybertron. The three kids entered the room in time to see him leaving, and Miko and Soundwave snapped photos of each other. <br /> <br /> [[File:MastersStudents-Soundwavesradar.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|See how much more convincing I am as a [[:File:Cybertronsoundwave.jpg|communications tower]] with this look?]]<br /> <br /> Because of Soundwave's success, the Autobots resorted to sabotaging the space bridge, blowing it up and taking Megatron with it. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}} At Starscream's order, Soundwave activated the comm system so Starscream could give a speech to the troops, declaring himself leader. Failing to impress the Vehicons, Starscream pressed Soundwave's sensors into locating [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]], a Decepticon secreted in a pod in the desert. Starscream and Soundwave reactivated Skyquake, only to find he wasn't receptive to Starscream's leadership, and instead set about fighting [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]]. Soundwave detected a Decepticon signal from the site where the space bridge exploded, and when Starscream went to investigate, Soundwave sent Laserbeak to keep Starscream honest while he himself filmed the battle between Skyquake and Optimus and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Though the outcome of the fight was not favorable to the Decepticon cause, Soundwave was able to ensure that Starscream returned Megatron's barely-functioning body to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave intercepted a transmission from [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] who was heading for Earth. At Starscream's order, he downloaded the necessary information to [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]], who took on Wheeljack's form and infiltrated the Autobot base. As Starscream and Soundwave paid a visit to the captive Wheeljack, Soundwave prevented his leader from terminating their prisoner, as he might be of use later. The two 'Cons retired to the ship's top deck to wait for Makeshift to activate the [[GroundBridge]], however Wheeljack broke free and started trashing the Vehicons. When Wheeljack escaped through the ground bridge and sent back Makeshift with his grenade activated, Soundwave and Starscream made sure to get well clear before he exploded. {{storylink|Con Job}} During another Autobot operation, Soundwave listened in on their comm chatter, prompting Starscream to send some Vehicons to attack. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Deusex-Soundwavecrouching.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|And that's why there's no [[Ratbat (WFC)|Ratbat]].]]<br /> When [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] mentioned seeing an [[Energon Harvester]] in a fresco in [[Greece]], Soundwave was able to track the device's location to a museum. Breakdown and [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] kept the Autobots busy in front of the museum while Soundwave sneaked in the back. He ran into [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] and [[Jack Darby|Jack]], who were already in the process of stealing the Harvester, and grabbed it from them before making a getaway in his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SickMind-Soundwaveobjects.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|left|&quot;Let me see some tenderness connected with a death, or that dark chamber, Spirit, which we left just now, will be forever present to me.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Starscream and Knock Out made a concerted attempt to convince Soundwave that Megatron was beyond saving, and that the only option left to them was euthanasia. Soundwave remained skeptical, and pointed out the patch cable that Arcee and Bumblebee was using to access Megatron's brain. Megatron's life support was damaged during the ensuing confusion, and though it seemed Starscream and Knock Out were content to leave Megatron flat-lining, Soundwave pressured them into reconnecting the cable sustaining their master. {{storylink|Sick Mind}}<br /> <br /> After Megatron's resurrection, Soundwave kept him informed regarding Starscream's activities, including his attempt to resurrect Skyquake with the Dark Energon shard ripped from Megatron's chest, and the loss of his arm. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Soundwave watched as Breakdown was captured by [[MECH]], and reported back to Starscream. He was on the bridge of the ''Nemesis'' when Starscream passed the news on to Megatron, who was less than impressed that Breakdown had been taken by a bunch of humans. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} He detected the magnetic anomaly caused by the [[polarity gauntlet]], causing Megatron to send Breakdown to go look for it. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Starscream headed to a stripped Energon Mine to discover mining drills still there. Starscream attempted to blame this on Soundwave. Megatron told Starscream that Soundwave had been filling him in on the second-in-command's activities. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Soundwave listened to Starscream's confessions after Megatron nearly terminated the second-in-command. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SoundwavePlayingSparkbeat..jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|He's playing Dubstep.]]<br /> When the new Decepticon space bridge was nearing completion, Soundwave supplied a diagram of the last component they needed. After they obtained said component, Megatron left the ship on a mission of his own. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] began searching the ship for the Decepticon leader and Megatron instructed Soundwave to send Prime to him. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} Soundwave translated tremors coming from the [[Earth's core]] into sound, revealing it to be a heartbeat. Megatron did not appreciate this, as it was making his head hurt. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}} After Megatron left the ship to talk to [[Unicron]], Soundwave monitored the comms channels for his master's return. When [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] suggested considering a future without Megatron, Soundwave ominously looked at her. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwavelayingdownthelaw.jpg‎|thumb|upright=1.1|left|YOU! SHALL NOT! PASS!]]<br /> Soundwave continued to try to find some sign of Megatron. When Airachnid announced Megatron wasn't coming back and ordered the ship to [[Regulon Four]], Soundwave decided it was time to lay down the law. He defied Airachnid, who angrily attacked him, but the Decepticon spy master quickly proceeded to defeat Airachnid. Upon Unicron's defeat, Soundwave detected Megatron's signal and activated the GroundBridge, bowing in respect with the other Decepticons as Megatron entered the bridge of the ship. He had to hold Breakdown back when they saw that Megatron was accompanied by Optimus Prime. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> With Optimus amnesiac and believing himself to be archivist Orion Pax, Soundwave made sure the ship's data core was clear of any incriminating evidence so Orion could be put to work decrypting information they'd stolen from the Iacon archives. When Arcee managed to get on board the ship to look for the lost Autobot leader, Soundwave made deft use of the GroundBridge to get her back off before Orion could see her. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} When Orion eventually learned the truth, Soundwave relayed the news to Megatron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} He also notified Megatron when activity was detected on Cybertron, indicating that the Autobots had gone there in an attempt to help Optimus. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> When Megatron was angry after having had the [[spark extractor|latest find]] snatched from his hands, Soundwave reminded him there were still two more sets of coordinates to investigate. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Soundwave was present when Megatron unsuccessfully tested the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}} He played back footage of Skyquake's demise for [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]]. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave continued to try to decode more data from the Iacon archives, in a continuation of Orion Pax's work. When Airachnid requested Megatron's approval to take point in the hunt for the relics, Megatron requested that Soundwave remind him of her previous words when she planned to abandon him. Later, after Dreadwing and Breakdown's failure to execute her, Soundwave began tracing Airachnid's location during her communication to the ''Nemesis'' for Megatron. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, Soundwave reviewed security footage and discovered that Bulkhead had been the one to cause it. Megatron brought it back online using Dark Energon, though the ship's guiding intelligence proved uncontrollable by the Decepticons. Soundwave plugged himself into the flight console in an attempt to regain control, but was zapped into stasis. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Triage Soundwave visor reflection.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|You--cracked--my--visor! [[Knock Out (Prime)|Prepare for sur...]] wait, wrong line.]]<br /> He was on the ''Nemesis'' bridge when Knock Out left to find the first of the four relics decoded by the ship, {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and saw Dreadwing off to find the second relic as well. {{storylink|Triangulation}} After Megatron received word from Hardshell that the artifact he had been sent to retrieve was [[Tox-En]], {{storylink|Toxicity}} Soundwave was dispatched to find the last of the four relics. Soundwave encountered the ''[[Jackhammer (Prime)|Jackhammer]]'' and used Laserbeak as a distraction. He soon uncovered the [[Resonance Blaster]], only to be attacked by [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]]. Though the Autobot managed to crack his visor, Soundwave triumphed, and was only stopped from dispatching Wheeljack by an SOS from Laserbeak. He picked up Laserbeak and returned to the ''Nemesis'', where Knock Out discovered a grenade implanted in the deployer. Once the offending item was removed, Soundwave returned to his work decrypting the Iacon database, unaware that the Autobots had also implanted a virus in Laserbeak, which passed into the computer and began transmitting the database to the Autobots' mainframe. {{storylink|Triage (episode)|Triage}} He returned to the bridge to listen to Megatron complain about how ineffective everyone else was, and watched [[Hardshell (Prime)|Hardshell]] and Knock Out argue. {{storylink|Hurt}}<br /> <br /> When [[Silas|Cylas]] came to the Decepticons with the offer of a [[Project Damocles]] satellite, Soundwave was sent to a military base in [[Colorado]] to get the codes so they could control the satellite from the ''Nemesis''. He hacked into the computer, giving him the ability to use the satellite even as he was downloading the codes for it, but failed to stop Raf from knocking the satellite out of orbit. He retreated as the Autobots reached his position. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> With new information about where the Autobots' human friends lived, Soundwave had Laserbeak patrol the area around [[Jasper]]. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} Soundwave succeeded in decoding another set of coordinates, and Megatron sent him with a decoy Iacon relic to draw the Autobots off. While he managed to keep Optimus Prime's team occupied for a lengthy period of time, it was not long enough, and by the time he returned to the ''Nemesis'', Optimus had gotten hold of the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy (episode)|Legacy}} Continuing his work, Soundwave decoded more coordinates and reported them to Megatron while the latter forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}} <br /> <br /> When Megatron returned from victory, he told Soundwave, in great detail, how he had destroyed the Star Saber with his own blade. He soon had two more sets of coordinates downloaded, resulting in Knock Out securing an [[Omega Key]]. When the final set decoded into an image of [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]], Soundwave joined Laserbeak in the field to capture the Autobot rookie. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} He was on hand to show the image he'd decoded to Smokescreen. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After firing up the space bridge so Megatron could go to Cybertron, Soundwave told Starscream about what he'd discovered regarding the location of the Autobots' human allies. He later helped Starscream kidnap the three kids and transport them to Cybertron for use as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}} After handing over Raf in exchange for an [[Omega Key]], Soundwave took part in the activation of the [[Omega Lock]]. He survived the lock's destruction at the hands of Optimus Prime, and returned to Earth with the others. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> <br /> During the hunt for the scattered Autobots, Soundwave dispatched Laserbeak to monitor an attempt to off Jack Darby. The attack resulted in an explosion that took out Laserbeak, and though Soundwave worked, he was unable to retrieve any further surveillance data from the salvaged, charred Deployer. He opened a space bridge to Cybertron, through which Knock Out returned from a mission accompanied by the long-missing [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]. {{storylink|Darkmount, NV}} Soundwave was present when Starscream proudly showed off the dancing monkey picture he'd found and later when Shockwave brought [[Predaking (Prime)|a Predacon]] to Earth. {{storylink|Scattered}} {{storylink|Prey (episode)|Prey}} As Starscream dispatched troops to deal with a number of Autobot signals, Soundwave tried to point out that their army was being spread thinly. He suggested that the Autobots were likely to be using the ''[[Harbinger]]'' as a base, but [[Darkmount (Earth)|Darkmount]] came under attack before the Decepticons had a chance to act on the information. {{storylink|Rebellion (Prime)|Rebellion}}<br /> <br /> He was forced to repair the ''Nemesis'' communication dish after the Predacon damaged it. {{storylink|Plus One (Prime)|Plus One}} Soundwave GroundBridged to Shockwave's aid in [[Texas]], when the other Decepticon came under attack from Autobots. With the help of Laserbeak, Soundwave managed to take down Optimus Prime and deftly GroundBridged a fragment of Predacon remains back to the ''Nemesis'' before the Autobots could get their hands on it. {{storylink|Project Predacon}}<br /> <br /> When a plague inadvertently engineered by Knock Out and Starscream began spreading through the Vehicon population, Soundwave oversaw cleanup efforts. His group of Vehicons and Insecticons moved through the ship, destroying the infected, until the Insecticons suddenly broke off from the operation. He followed them, and on discovering that Airachnid was out of stasis and controlling them once more, used the space bridge to transport both her and the Insecticons to one of Cybertron's moons. {{Storylink|Thirst}} Soundwave hung around during a Decepticon meeting to determine what to do about the potential threat of the Predacons. {{storylink|Evolution}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Soundwave Mocks.jpg|thumb|left|:)|upright=1.4]]<br /> As the Decepticons gathered resources to rebuild the Omega Lock, Soundwave monitored some Vehicons stealing materials. He activated the GroundBridge for them when the Autobots turned up, but he himself was shot down by Optimus Prime and crashed into power lines, disabling himself. The Autobots took him back to their shielded base and attempted to interrogate him to find out what Megatron's plans were, but Soundwave merely erased his data and crashed his own hard drives before breaking his vow of silence to convey a message:<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|''Soundwave superior. Autobots inferior.''}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave remained offline until Laserbeak arrived and reactivated him with new orders—capture Ratchet. {{storylink|Minus One}} After returning to the ''Nemesis'' with Ratchet, Soundwave helped attempt to persuade his prisoner to cooperate by showing him pictures of the kids and the current Autobot base. {{storylink|Persuasion}}<br /> <br /> The Decepticons were puzzled when they picked up Laserbeak's signal outside the warship, as Laserbeak was still attached to Soundwave's torso. {{storylink|Synthesis}} Stationed on the bridge during the Autobot attack on the warship, Soundwave used the GroundBridge to send the Wreckers to a different part of the ship. When the bridge was next attacked by Miko wearing the Apex Armor, Soundwave opened another GroundBridge and advanced on her menacingly, only for Raf to open a second GroundBridge directly behind him. The conflicting energies trapped Soundwave in the [[shadowzone (dimension)|Shadowzone]]. {{storylink|Deadlock}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan ''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[File:Titan4.2 Soundwave listen.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1| You look different, Soundwave. Did you do something different with your entire face?]]<br /> During the war, Soundwave took part in a mission led by Megatron to invade [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and destroy the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. The team had barely made it in before Soundwave detected that they'd been spotted and the five Decepticons had to take cover. Following a failed gambit which expended the other three team members, Megatron gave Soundwave a bomb. While his leader caused a distraction, Soundwave ran to plant the bomb, only to be struck by blasts from [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|one of the defenders]]. Megatron picked up his wounded second-in-command and helped him to safety, along with the other three Decepticons. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Megatron and Soundwave somehow slipped some code into ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' to hypnotise Raf into opening the GroundBridge so they could send Vehicons through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} When Soundwave's plan to ambush the Autobots in [[The Wave]] went badly, he fired his remote-controlled hand at [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. The hand lodged in the scout's chest and later emerged when Bumblebee and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] were asleep. Despite trying its best to kill Bumblebee, Soundwave's hand was strapped to a firework and shot high into the air. Starscream and Soundwave later scoured the desert for the missing hand and managed to find at least one finger. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> Megatron had Soundwave broadcast his intent to wreck the [[Statue of Liberty]] to the world's media. Unfortunately the US military intercepted all the transmissions before they could be received, leaving Megatron very unhappy with his communications officer. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.13|Protecting the Lady}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.18|Power Outage}}}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Eaglemoss ''Prime'' Comics===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Horrible TV}}}}<br /> <br /> ===Toy bios===<br /> When Soundwave was severely damaged, his loyal Deployers set to work repairing him. Utilizing the ancient, mysterious science of an alien world, they succeeded, and Soundwave was revived. To reflect the fact that he was no longer content with just being the Decepticons' communications specialist, he renamed himself &quot;'''Soundblaster'''&quot;, and took on a more combative role. {{storylink|#GenerationsSoundblaster|Voyager Class Soundblaster}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> Soundwave intercepted a message between [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] indicating that the pair were heading for a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. As [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]] headed out to tail the two Autobots, Soundwave monitored events on [[Earth]] to make sure no one else was following. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2}} When Predaking came back alone with the news Megatron had apparently perished in an explosion, Soundwave and the other Decepticons immediately suspected [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was responsible. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe''===<br /> Soundwave was one of the many Decepticons who pursued the [[AllSpark]] to Earth. He participated in an enormous battle against the Autobots in a human settlement. {{storylink|Transformers: The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe|The Ultimate Pop-Up Universe}}<br /> <br /> ===2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Frank Welker]] (English)|[[Lin Dongfu]] (Chinese), [[János Bácskai]] (Hungarian)}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 36 Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Team Bee can't touch this.]]<br /> Trapped in the Shadowzone, Soundwave followed Megatron back to Earth, but got stuck on the planet after Megatron departed. {{storylink|Portals}} Some years after Cybertron's rebirth, a statue of Soundwave was constructed. {{storylink|Pilot (Part 1)}} His role in the war as Megatron's top lieutenant, and his fearsome reputation as a tactical genius, were well documented on Cybertron, as was his entrapment in the Shadowzone during his final battle aboard the starship ''Nemesis''. <br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave powered up by three Neo-Forges.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Designation: Soundwave.&lt;br&gt;Operation: New Genesis.]]<br /> After wandering aimlessly for an unspecified amount of time, Soundwave finally got his chance to escape the Shadowzone after [[Fixit (RID)|Fixit]] activated a malfunctioning GroundBridge, creating a portal to the Shadowzone. Soundwave flew through the rift and, along with Laserbeak, overwhelmed Bumblebee's team, throwing the yellow Autobot into the Shadowzone and knocking out [[Grimlock (RID 2015)|Grimlock]] and [[Strongarm (RID)|Strongarm]] with his tentacles. That job done, Soundwave set to work constructing a radio array, hoping to contact Megatron and spark a mass Decepticon exodus to Earth. He was hampered by the antics of Fixit, [[Denny Clay|Denny]], and [[Russell Clay|Russell]], who managed to distract him long enough for Grimlock and Strongarm to come to their senses. The two Autobots renewed their assault on the Decepticon, prompting Soundwave to portal them away with Laserbeak. While the Autobots and humans regrouped and conferred with Bumblebee, Soundwave finished constructing his device. On the Autobot team's next attempt to hinder him, Soundwave chased Denny into a crane with his tentacles while Russell stole the last component of his communicator. Soundwave fired a barrage of portals at the human, until they overlapped and opened another Shadowzone portal, allowing Bumblebee to return and fight the Decepticon. Denny knocked Soundwave back through his portal with his crane, and Fixit kept the portal open long enough for Strongarm and Grimlock to return Laserbeak to the same realm. {{storylink|Portals}}<br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|250px|Laserbeak, unite. Operation: Panzer Unit.]]<br /> <br /> At some point during Soundwave's imprisonment, he was provided with a group of genetically modified Activator Mini-Cons by [[Autobot High Council|an unknown group]] to collect [[Decepticon Hunter|weapons]] for him. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}} After obtaining Bumblebee's Decepticon Hunter, [[Stuntwing]] returned it through a GroundBridge portal to Soundwave. {{storylink|King of the Hill (Part 2)}} Soundwave dispatched [[Trickout]] through another portal to find more of the weapons, {{storylink|Defrosted}} and the Mini-Con returned to him some time later with a second Decepticon Hunter that he obtained from [[Sideswipe (RID)|Sideswipe]]. {{storylink|The Great Divide}} When [[Hi-Test (RID)|Hi-Test]] returned without a weapon, Soundwave was unhappy and threatened to terminate the Mini-Con, who fled. {{storylink|Guilty As Charged}} [[Goldgear]] would later succeed where Hi-Test failed, leaving Soundwave one step closer to completing his &quot;project&quot;. At the same time, the Autobots began to realize that there was a connection with the thefts of their Decepticon Hunters. {{storylink|Railroad Rage}}<br /> <br /> After [[Steeljaw's Pack]] was sprung from custody by a group of mysterious &quot;benefactors&quot;, Soundwave contacted them through a portal, revealing that he was associated with said benefactors and directing them to prepare for their arrival on Earth or face painful deactivation. {{storylink|Prepare for Departure}}<br /> <br /> [[File:TRID E 66 Soundwave new robot mode.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Power depleted.&lt;br&gt;Suggested tactic: Retreat.]]<br /> After [[Steeljaw (RID)|Steeljaw]] obtained some nuclear fuel rods, Soundwave, now reformatted to a new body and vehicle mode, used the Decepticon Hunters to escape the Shadowzone and rendezvoused with him at a demolition derby. There, he revealed a transgalactic beacon generator constructed from wreckage in the Shadowzone which he planned to use to summon Megatron back to Earth. He dismissed the resulting destruction of life on Earth as a result of the radiation from the rods as collateral damage, much to Steeljaw's disgust. Forcing Steeljaw to retreat, Soundwave proceeded to take the generator to the highest point in the city, the Crown City Bank Building. Detecting Autobots, he sent Laserbeak in pursuit of Optimus Prime before being engaged by Bumblebee's team. Using the combined Hunters weapon to freeze Bumblebee and Strongarm, he found himself being disarmed by Sideswipe before Bumblebee, freed by Grimlock, used the weapon to first cut off the ends of Soundwave's tentacles to bring him to his knees and then freeze his body. As the generator started to fire up, Soundwave declared that Megatron would return before it was suddenly destroyed by a missile from Optimus, who had linked with Hi-Test. His mission failed, Soundwave went into stasis. He was then taken back to Cybertron by Optimus onboard ''[[Prime Force One]]'' so that Soundwave could stand trial at long last. {{storylink|Collateral Damage}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> [[File:Soundwave WfC GameInformer Concept Art.jpg|upright=1.66|So Soundwave, you ever going to use that giant missile pod on your shoulder?<br /> &quot;Well there was that [[Spotlight: Soundwave|one time.&quot;]]|thumb]]<br /> Soundwave took control of the orbital station [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] was posted at, helping [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] to reach the [[Dark Energon]] by establishing a forward base within the station. He then directed Megatron to a Data Matrix Center in order to find a route to the Dark Energon that had not been blocked by Starscream. <br /> <br /> Later, Soundwave notified Megatron that access to the core was impossible, as it was guarded by the Omega Gate. He and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] accompanied Megatron as they led the assault on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], through which they would find and take the [[Omega Key]], opening the Omega Gate and allowing the core to be infused with Dark Energon. On their way to the [[Stellar Galleries]], Soundwave reported [[sniper (WFC)|sniper]]s, and after taking them down, Megatron infused the entrance with Dark Energon and took his team into the security station. Soundwave noticed that the batteries fed the security grid, and the trio infused each of them with Dark Energon, deactivating the security measures. Soundwave then detected the Omega Key behind their next door, and after opening it, the Decepticons arrived at the Stellar Galleries. They opened the container, finding not the key, but a message from [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Zeta Prime]], who announced that he had taken the Omega Key, anticipating Megatron's plan. Zeta sent Autobot attack forces against them, but they were swiftly taken down. Megatron ordered Soundwave to trace Zeta Prime's broadcast, and Soundwave found it came from 12.7 cycles ahead. He then noted a weak wall, and the Decepticons broke it down and entered the cities' subsystems, providing a direct route to Zeta, and the Omega Key.<br /> <br /> The group descended down a shaft and went through a tunnel, avoiding trains on the way, and after breaking down a door in a ventilation area, they were ambushed by Autobot cloakers. Soundwave dispatched them and infused Dark Energon into the batteries. Megatron congratulated him, and then ordered him to unlock the exit. Soundwave obliged, and the trio found themselves in another tunnel. Breakdown challenged Soundwave to a race, to which the Decepticon responded, in his trademark monotone, &quot;Negative.&quot; Tough crowd. Rushing through the tunnel, this time full of moving trains, the group came to a station where they infiltrated Iacon's lower levels. Soundwave detected the Omega Key at last, and suggested proceeding through the logistics station. Roughing it through the Autobot attackers, Soundwave finally determined that the key was beyond the train tunnels.<br /> <br /> Soundwave and his teammates arrived at Iacon's main streets, where they met up with [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] outside of Zeta Prime's vaults, which were impervious to the small amount of Dark Energon Megatron was capable of channeling. After Megatron's squad helped Brawl clear the area, Brawl called in the Dark Energon bombers, but they were spectacularly shot down by the planetary guns. Brawl suggested disabling them, and Soundwave assisted in carrying out the plan. Autobots advanced all around, but Soundwave and the others managed to hold them off until the next wave of bombers arrived, clearing the street and destroying the Vault doors. Soundwave joined the others on their way to the entrance, but the squad was intercepted by a [[Destroyer (WFC)|Destroyer]]. Soundwave and Breakdown split from Megatron to flank him, and eventually they rendered him non-functional. Inside the vault, they avoided Zeta's traps and finally reached the Omega Key—but it too was a trap. Zeta then attacked them, using a giant hologram and controlling the chamber to his advantage, dropping the ceiling and sending holographic brutes to attack for him while safe within an impenetrable energy shield. (Even during the battle, Soundwave was impressed by the creation of endless energon clones, to which Breakdown responded, roughly, &quot;NERRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRD!&quot;) Soundwave's dorkiness proved useful in discerning the weakness of Zeta's machines—that the core rapidly overheated after prolonged use, and needed to open up in order to cool, rendering it vulnerable to attack. After the battle, Megatron plucked from Zeta's hand the &quot;key&quot;...which started to blink its lights and chirp. Zeta Prime informed them that the &quot;key&quot; he was actually a device that activated the real key: [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]].<br /> <br /> As the three Decepticons flew away to track Omega, Soundwave noticed that the &quot;key&quot; was coming for them. Omega Supreme attacked, and thrust the Decepticons' star cruiser into a wall. Crash-landing, Megatron had a change of plans; force Omega Supreme to open the Omega Gate. Soundwave noticed a Decepticon [[Dropship (WFC)|Dropship]] across the bridge, but when the squad went to investigate, Omega Supreme intercepted them. Soundwave reported that his weapons were ineffective; Megatron told his soldiers to destroy the bridge supports, causing Omega Supreme's vast bulk to collapse it. But he transformed to his ship mode, flew back up, and forced the Decepticons to retreat inside. In a frenzy, Breakdown noted that the next door was locked, and Soundwave proposed that Dark Energon could open the door, which it did. Inside, Soundwave picked up a transmission from Starscream, who announced that he would be replacing the &quot;deceased&quot; Megatron as Decepticon leader. Enraged, Megatron threatened Starscream, but Soundwave informed his leader that communication to the surface had been cut off, so Starscream could not hear him.<br /> <br /> The trio arrived at the lift, but found it to be locked down. Breaking the locks got the lift back to working condition, but on their way up, Omega Supreme returned and blasted it, forcing the Decepticons down the shaft at breakneck speed. Omega was still out there, so the emergency brakes' destruction was the Decepticons' only hope. At the bottom, they continued their journey to find a way to fight Omega Supreme—Soundwave noted that at the top of the tower were several heavy weapons emplacements which could at least theoretically damage Omega—but Omega Supreme didn't know the meaning of the word quit. (He really doesn't; not much in the processor department.) He grabbed the Decepticons, but Soundwave helped out in shooting Omega Supreme's hand, forcing him relinquishing the three from his grasp. They retreated inside a fortified Autobot position, and in order to prevent detection, Soundwave jammed their signals. Slaying the Autobots inside who dared attempt to counterattack, Soundwave unlocked the exit, which only let in more Autobots. They too, met their demise, but as Soundwave and his comrades escaped, he noticed that the Autobots' security was countering the effects of Dark Energon. Destroying the sentries turned to be a worthwhile solution, but then the Decepticons had to deal with Omega Supreme mining road. Soundwave's sensors indicated the presence of a bridge nearby, and though Breakdown was unsure, Megatron was willing to follow Soundwave's advice. Once again, Omega Supreme continued to stalk them, but Soundwave led his group to an alternate route...a dead end, to be precise, which Megatron was irritated with. Soundwave revealed that breaking a structurally-weak sealed doorway nearby took them to Iacon maintenance tunnels leading straight to the bridge terminal. When they arrived through the power conduits, Soundwave and the others fought through more Autobots and finally activated the bridge.<br /> <br /> Racing across the bridge, they barely avoided Omega Supreme's pursuit, and Soundwave located another cargo lift that would transport them straight to the heavy ion turrets. On the lift he picked up several Autobot/Decepticon signals, a sign they were approaching the battle on the surface. Soundwave participated in the slugfest, and his analysis proved that the turrets nearby had enough firepower to legitimately damage Omega Supreme. Then, he showed no mercy using the turrets to breach Omega's armour and finally topple him to the ground below.<br /> <br /> Soundwave, Breakdown, and Megatron followed Omega, and at the bottom, they were surprised to see him survive and transform into his mighty [[robot mode]]. Soundwave noted that energon batteries produced from within Cybertron were the source of Omega's limitless endurance, and further advised the team on battling Omega; avoiding his tractor beams would allow them to live, and his turrets were vulnerable, making them the prime target. When the turrets were blown, Soundwave saw that the batteries were being used to repair them, and so it became an objective to corrupt them with Dark Energon. When Omega Supreme used the batteries to heal himself, he was instead weakened, allowing the Decepticons to critically injure him. Omega Supreme was still alive even after all of that, but much weaker. Soundwave observed that his chest plating had been damaged, and Megatron ordered Soundwave and Breakdown to blast it, and Omega Supreme fell at last. Soundwave advised Megatron that now would be a good time to corrupt Omega with Dark Energon, but Megatron told Captain Obvious to shut up and did as he would have done even if Soundwave hadn't brought it up, laughing all the way.<br /> <br /> After Cybertron's Core had been infected with Dark Energon, Soundwave was reassigned as head of [[Kaon (polity)|Kaon]]'s prison, and watched over (i.e., tortured) Zeta Prime in his spare time. [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]], [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], and [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] led an Autobot breakout and battled Soundwave's minions [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]] and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]]. Soundwave himself sustained heavy damage leaving the safety of his position to revive and retrieve each Minicon, showing uncharaceristic concern for other living beings. Eventually, defeated and critically damaged, Soundwave desperately attempted to restore himself by absorbing life force from Zeta's very own spark. His attempt to fully heal was halted by Optimus, who even took a shot from the Decepticon intended to finish off Prime. Although Soundwave and his minions fled, the damage had already been done and Zeta Prime expired moments later. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}<br /> Soundwave hacked into the Autobot mainframe and, while Megatron and some other Decepticons kept the Autobots distracted, downloaded intel indicating the location of the Trypticon space station. As they approached the station in Megatron's ship, Soundwave reported that the inhabitants were taking up defensive positions and docking would not be possible. Though Megatron was confident they could ram the station, Soundwave turned out to be right, and they could only get close enough to drop a small team off on the debris surrounding the station. When the station was conquered and Dark Energon in Megatron's hands, Soundwave suggested it might be a good idea to test the stuff prior to use. It turned out to be unstable, and he warned it could result in destruction of its host. The Decepticons set up Kaon Prison as a testing ground and, after eleven failures, established that the Dark Energon could be used. When Barricade asked what happened to the failures, Soundwave would only say that their remains laid in the prison and creepily ask Barricade to get in the chair so he too could be infused with Dark Energon.<br /> <br /> Trypticon station required more power, so the Decepticons sent a team to Cybertron's core to reactivate the Energon Bridge. Soundwave did not anticipate the activation of latent defense systems, triggered by the Decepticon presence, because he hadn't studied the same ancient files as Starscream. Megatron ordered Soundwave to give Starscream whatever he needed, and they succeeded in activating the bridge. Soundwave reported that they were only at 37% power — the Autobots had severed the bridge's link to the core using the Omega Key. Lazerbeak intercepted an Autobot transmission indicating that Zeta Prime was hiding the Omega Key, and Megatron ordered Soundwave to assemble a strike force to obtain it. They managed to find and defeat the Autobot leader, but the Omega Key he had was only the key to awaken the real key — Omega Supreme. Once the Decepticons fought their way through the Autobot defenses, Soundwave reported they had reached Omega Supreme himself. The Decepticons defeated the giant, reestablished the link to the core and infused it with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)|War for Cybertron - Autobots/Decepticons}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)|[[Claudio Moneta]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Soundwave discovers that the Autobots have infiltrated the Datacore. Megatron sends him and Barricade to take care of the intrusion. The two speed out, and Soundwave must navigate a highway overgrown with Dark Energon crystals while dealing with swarms of Aerialbots before they can shut off access to the Datacore. An Autobot Destroyer blocks Soundwave's path and brings the roof down, forcing him to take an alternate route. He makes his way to a security station and downloads the information on the Autobots' advance, radioing Barricade to meet him at the assigned coordinates. When Soundwave arrives, though, he finds Barricade in the middle of a shooting gallery. The Autobots are soon joined by an aerial Destroyer, but the pair make short work of it. Soundwave intercepts a data download but cuts it off quickly, and races to intercept the escaping Autobots. Weaving his way through Dark Energon crystals and moving walls (huh?), he reaches the intercept point in time, causing Ironhide and Bumblebee to skid out of control... and right into a fusion blast from Megatron. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Isaac C. Singleton, Jr.]] (English)}}&lt;!--Claudio Moneta for Italian again?--&gt;<br /> Soundwave was present when Optimus was brought to Megatron by Starscream and [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]]. He watched as [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]''' pulverised''' Megatron. He was the only one who hesitated in following Starscream. He secretly salvaged and with the help of Laserbeak, Rumble and an [[E.D.K. TechVolt]], rebuilt his glorious leader, improving on his original design. He infused Megatron with Dark Energon, and pointed his leader in the direction of Starscream. He took part in the assault on the factory the Autobots had built in the crater where Trypticon crashed, and once Megatron had rebuilt the giant Decepticon, came to power up Trypticon's power core. On Megatron's orders, Soundwave rebuilt Trypticon into the ''Nemesis'', a ship strong enough to make it towards [[Earth|the planet]] [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] had chosen. When the Autobots launched the Ark, the ''Nemesis'' soon caught up, and Soundwave spearheaded the assault on the other ship. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon''===<br /> When Bulkhead infiltrate one of the Decepticons' Dark Energon mines to snatch away the Decepticons' Dark Energon shards, Soundwave faced off against the Autobot before he could take his leave. Soundwave was defeated, and Bulkhead took off with the shards in hand. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Battle For Energon}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense''===<br /> [[File:SoundwaveTerrorconDefense.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|As awesome as he looks here, he's probably waltzing off after Bumblebee blasted him ''again''.]]<br /> Soundwave attempted to retrieve Dark Energon from a mining area but despite his army of Vehicons and Terrorcons, Bumblebee managed to stop him. He returned with more Vehicon troops in tow to procure more Dark Energon and transport it to an abandoned military base. His efforts were once again thwarted, this time by both Arcee and Bumblebee. He then aided Megatron on his final assault on the Autobots' headquarters. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Terrorcon Defense}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[File:TransformersPrimeTheGame Soundwave.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Wait, I thought Daft Punk had two guys in it.]]<br /> After [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] saved Miko, and Raf- he had to shut down the reactors in which Soundwave set up to keep Raf from hacking into the Decepticon Database. Ratchet had to shut down each reactor as Soundwave deployed Vehicons, and blocked them with forcefields. Eventually towards the end the two ended up battling; ending with Ratchet defeating Soundwave. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===''Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark''===<br /> ====Console====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (console)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> ====3DS====<br /> {{Charstubgames}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Rise of the Dark Spark (3DS)|Rise of the Dark Spark}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense''===<br /> Soundwave and the other Decepticons attempted to prevent the Autobots from constructing a [[Pulsar Dish]], which would destroy the [[Energon Drain]] that the Decepticons had built in an asteroid field. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Pulsar Defense}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike''===<br /> Soundwave and Laserbeak engaged Optimus in aerial combat over a snowy terrain. Upon Optimus's approach, Soundwave boasted aloud that he had been observing the Autobot leader, and knew exactly how to defeat him! Despite Soundwave peppering the skies with laser-blasts and cluttering them with floating &quot;aerial mines,&quot; Optimus made short work of both Soundwave and his Deployer. As Soundwave flew off, he declared that more surveillance was need, but Optimus's defeat would nonetheless be inevitable. {{storylink|Transformers Prime: Decepticon Strike|Decepticon Strike}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundwave-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|For once, Soundwave felt inferior.]]<br /> [[File:Battle-Tactics-Soundblaster-(FOC).jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Uh, should we really continue with the yellow highlights? It doesn't look evil enough.]]<br /> Soundwave (and Soundblaster) participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He appeared in two different bodies:<br /> *''Soundwave (FOC)'' — This Epic character first appeared in the &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini events, and could be could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.<br /> *''Soundblaster (FOC)'' — This Epic character was available to 2500 players in a &quot;Cybertron: Episode 4&quot; mini event, and could be recruited by collecting 500 units of Cybermetal, 250 units of Transmetal, and 50 cores of this character.{{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: War for Cybertron===<br /> [[File:WFC Gamestop Commercial.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|The toy can do this if you try hard enough.]]<br /> [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] arrived to a location where [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]], [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]], and Soundwave were battling Autobots. Megatron left, leaving Shockwave in charge. Shockwave ordered Soundwave to [[Transformation|Transform]]. Soundwave changed into Cybertronian boombox mode and played [[The Touch]]. {{storylink|Commercial#War for Cybertron|GameSpot's commercial for their Shockwave multiplayer exclusive}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers: Prime===<br /> *Soundwave knows that out of all the radio transmissions in the universe, Megatron's favorite song is the ''[[My Little Pony]]: Friendship is Magic'' [[theme song|theme]]. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Song|Megatron's Favorite Song}}<br /> <br /> *Megatron was embarrassed when an episode of ''My Little Pony'' caused him to cry in front of Soundwave. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime#Ask Megatron|Ask Megatron}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-CybertronianSoundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|No [[Soundwave (Animated)|giant guitar]] this time!]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' two &quot;weapons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class toys, ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)#Toys|War for Cybertron]]'' Soundwave transforms into an SUV-style &quot;communications truck&quot;, as seen in [[Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|the video game]]. He comes with his classic shoulder launcher and rifle, both of which can be mounted on his hands, right shoulder, and rear vehicle sides via [[5mm post]]s, and store inside his opening chest (approximating the visual of cassette spools). Soundwave's head features a [[light-piping]] gimmick, but the effect is largely neutered by his painted visor. <br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#United|Soundwave Cybertron Mode]] and [[Soundwave (KOU)|''Knights of Unicron'' Soundwave]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Decepticon/GenerationsSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cybertronian Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsVoyager}}<br /> [[File:Generations-SoundwaveVoyager.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|With all the downsizing, Soundwave's surprised he's gotten so big.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG13'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' toys, Soundwave is a larger mold, and comes with a shoulder cannon which can peg (via 5mm post) into his hands, right shoulder, and roof/back. <br /> <br /> : He also comes with [[Legends Class (2005)|Legends Class]] [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Generations|Laserbeak]], who utilizes Soundwave's main [[gimmick]], storing and launching Laserbeak and other &quot;[[data disc]]&quot; minions. A button to the left of his head can be pressed to open his spring-loaded chest compartment, allowing up to three data discs to be stored inside. With discs stored, his back panel/roof now acts as a plunger, which can be moved forward in either mode to launch minions out. Launched minions should land on buttons on their undersides, thus triggering their [[Flipchanger|spring-loaded transformation mechanisms]] and springing them into action! ...Hopefully.<br /> <br /> : As an undocumented feature, the seat on his vehicle roof holds ''[[Diaclone]]'' drivers (and by virtue of similar sizes, ''[[Star Wars Transformers]]'' pilots). Additionally, Soundwave's trigger finger is molded into his left hand, presumably so he can push his own eject button.<br /> <br /> : For some reason, his [[stock photography]] and [[instructions]] depict him with the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 1|Optimus Prime]] toy's [[Ion blaster]] accessory, which isn't included with the final product.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the fourth wave of Japanese ''Generations'' toys, features different colors, using a more purple-ish metallic shade of blue and replacing almost all of his gray parts (the exceptions being his face and &quot;grill&quot;) with a much darker metallic shade. It also features none of the red and yellow [[paint operation|paint details]] on his arms and legs, and renders the seat on his roof black. He features new paint applications in addition to those not present from the Hasbro version.<br /> <br /> : The Hasbro deco of Soundwave was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as Generation 1 [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] in IDW's ''[[The Transformers: Robots in Disguise|Robots in Disguise]]'' comic series while the TakaraTomy deco of Soundwave was also repurposed as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' [[Soundwave (G1)#Cloud|Soundwave]]. This mold was [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed into [[Blaster (FOC)#Toys|Autobot Blaster]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|GenerationsSoundblaster}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-FOCSoundblaster.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Am I New Soundwave, or [[#Beast Hunters|Old]] [[#Deluxe|Old]] New Soundwave?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Soundblaster''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / #002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG14'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Buzzsaw/Data disc, shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> : Also available in the first wave of [[2012]] Voyager Class ''Generations Fall of Cybertron'' toys, Soundblaster is a charcoal gray, red, gold, and yellow [[redeco]] of Voyager Class Soundwave, as is the trend with [[Soundblaster (disambiguation)|Soundblasters]]. In fact, he uses exactly the same [[paint operation|paint mask]] as Soundwave, simply changing some of the colors. He now comes with [[Buzzsaw (FOC)|Buzzsaw]], a redeco of Laserbeak.<br /> <br /> : His stock photography and instructions still depict him with the ion blaster accessory which he still doesn't have.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/FOCSoundblaster/soundblaster.htm More information on Soundblaster at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Deluxe}}<br /> [[File:Primetoy-SoundwaveDeluxe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Toy doesn't talk, just like in the TV show!]]<br /> [[File:Prime-toy SoundwaveAM.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Good luck stickering this guy! ''You'll need it.'']]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2012-[[April 28|04-28]]'''<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''1 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Prime|Laserbeak]], Arms Micron &quot;[[Zori#Prime|Zori]]&quot; (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' toys, Soundwave transforms from a UAV not unlike the [[Wikipedia:General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper|Predator B drone]] into an angular batlike [[robot mode]]. His transformation includes a spring-loaded head that deploys automatically when his tail and thrust bottle are folded up. His vehicle mode has a [[5mm post|5mm port]] on the top of its fuselage; the robot also has 5mm sockets passing entirely through his palms. Any of these holes can mount the included Laserbeak, or he can store inside Soundwave's chest in either mode.<br /> <br /> : In wave six of the ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave was put into new packaging, which came with a DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Prime]]'' episode &quot;[[Loose Cannons]]&quot;.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Soundwave, part of the second wave of Japanese ''Prime'' product, has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] version. He comes with his own [[Arms Micron]], Zori, and cannons with 5mm ports and posts have been added to his wings (on his shoulders in robot mode) in order to accommodate said gimmick. Many of the Hasbro [[paint operation]]s have also been removed and replaced with numerous, small, customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, including ones for his tiny sculpted kneecaps, which are practically guaranteed to peel off at the sides. In addition, the [[instructions]] for applying the stickers unfortunately contain an error, with the placement of stickers 14 and 15 being swapped around.<br /> <br /> :This mold was redecoed into two [[Battle Android Trooper|Stealth B.A.T.s]] which were sold with [[Cobra Commander|Old Snake]] through the [[Transformers Collectors' Club]] as a &quot;Club Crossover&quot; exclusive toy, also available to the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Hasbro Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1501.html Arms Micron Soundwave gallery at Alfes's blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[File:PrimeBHtoy-Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yeah, being lost in the wilderness for a couple of months will do that to you.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ravage]], Talon Grapple Cannon<br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime:]] [[Beast Hunters (toyline)|Beast Hunters]]'' Deluxe Class toys, Soundwave is a redeco and extensive [[retool]] of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Soundwave mold, and transforms into a spiky aerial drone with a massive wingspan and three tail-fins. Aside from the usual peg-holes on his fuselage and palms, his wings have been retooled with two new peg-holes, with one on each wing. Instead of Laserbeak, Soundwave features a new partner in the form of Ravage, who is a robotic jaguar that transforms into a thing that fits into Soundwave's chest.<br /> <br /> :Soundwave also comes with the &quot;[[Talon Grapple Cannon]]&quot;, a spring-loaded launcher that fires a [[missile]] with an opening &quot;claw&quot; at the end, with the missile and launcher being tied together with a length of string. The launcher itself features an additional peg on each side, and its main peg is sculpted to be able to fit in the specially-shaped socket on his chest, allowing the cannon to mount on his vehicle mode underside when Ravage is removed.<br /> <br /> :His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2|second chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :This toy also served as the basis of the non-toy ''Beast Wars: Uprising'' incarnation of [[Botanica (BM)#Beast Wars: Uprising|Botanica]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Soundwave/soundwave.htm More information on ''Beast Hunters'' Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Go!===<br /> [[File:TF-GO-G18-Hunter-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Megatron's optics were quickly poked out.]]<br /> *'''Hunter Soundwave''' (2013-[[April 27|04-27]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G18'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Ravage (WFC)#Go!|Ravage]], &quot;Capture Anchor&quot; weapon<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave [[TakaraTomy]] ''[[Triple Combination: Transformers Go! (toyline)|Go!]]'' toys, Hunter Soundwave is a redeco of the ''Beast Hunters'' Deluxe Class Soundwave toy, featuring a different blue, white, and black color scheme with a red faceplate. The back of the packaging erroneously depicts the ''Beast Hunters'' version of the toy.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[File:BHtoy Cyberverse Soundwave.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Now let's see [[Laserbeak (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Laserbeak]] pop out of ''this'' guy's chest.]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Legion, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 005'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' [[Cyberverse#Series 3|Series 3 Cyberverse]] Legion Class toys, Soundwave is a smaller-scale toy. He comes with a &quot;Sonic Saw&quot; rifle with a chainsaw bayonet, and the weapon features four [[C joint|3mm posts]] and two ports, allowing it to peg onto any of the ports on Soundwave's hands, forearms/wings, and back/fuselage. This weapon, in varying colors, was also used by [[Hun-Gurrr (Prime)|Hun-Gurrr]], [[Smokescreen (Prime)#Cyberverse|Smokescreen]], and the [[Vehicon (Prime)#CyberverseAir|Air Vehicon]].<br /> <br /> : Although the paint operations for the head and the &quot;collar&quot; are mostly [[show-accuracy|show-accurate]], the fact that the black paint operations also include the [[mouthplate]] (which is silver on the [[character model|animation model]]), combined with the purple paint operations on each side of the mouthplate, makes it look as if Soundwave had a huge black head with two purple eyes. This was later amended to some degree by a [[Variant|running change]] that gave the face a slightly darker, more glossy paint job. Soundwave was later redecoed as ''The Last Knight'' [[Ravenspar]].<br /> <br /> : In 2017, this Soundwave also saw release as a one of the 3 random free Legion Class gifts for the Walmart exclusive Blu-Ray release of the [[Transformers (film)|four]] [[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|live]]-[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|action]] [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|movies]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/CybLegSoundwave/soundwave.htm More information on Cyberverse Soundwave at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EZ}}<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (EZ Collection, 2013-[[October 26|10-26]])<br /> **''ID number'': '''EG-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sonic Saw<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of TakaraTomy's ''[[EZ Collection#Transformers: EZ Collection|EZ Collection]]'' single packed figures, Soundwave is a minimal redeco of Hasbro's Legion Class Soundwave figure, using an ever-so-slightly lighter shade of metallic blue for the base plastic color, while the black paint operations on the abdomen and knees get changed to metallic gray. The paint mask is mostly identical, with the only exception being the head: TakaraTomy's version ditches show-accuracy and instead limits the black paint operation to the mouthplace, which helps making it more obvious where exactly the head ends.&lt;ref name=&quot;cvezcomp&quot;&gt;[http://ofensau.wordpress.com/2014/06/04/beast-hunters-cyberverse-legion-class-soundwave-vs-ez-collection-soundwave/ Beast Hunters Cyberverse Legion Class Soundwave vs. EZ Collection Soundwave]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2015)===<br /> ====Warrior Class====<br /> [[File:Warrior-soundwave.jpg|right|thumb|300px|[https://twitter.com/HI_R/status/797139965519876096/ Super Soundwave FUSION!!!].]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (Warrior, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Shoulder cannon<br /> <br /> :Part of the ''[[Combiner Force]]'' subline imprint of the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2015 toyline)|Robots in Disguise]]'' toyline, Soundwave transforms from chunky robot into a Cybertronian armored truck. His package art shows his head with the addition of a faceplate, for more of a [[Soundwave (G1)|Generation 1 look]]; this design is known to exist as a pretooled alternate head for the toy, thanks to a (thus far) one-off misassembled figure using it. Although this is undocumented, the shoulder cannon can be hidden inside the truck mode by sliding it between Soundwave's thighs and securing it with the hollows of his feet.<br /> <br /> :The shoulder cannon has its own swivel joint, allowing it to angle up (but not down), and can be rotated in the socket. It can also be removed and placed in Soundwave's hand, with some difficulty; however, without the shoulder turret in place, Soundwave's upper torso has a tendency to swing forward.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Activator}}<br /> <br /> ====Activator Combiners====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Activator-Combiners-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Laserbeak &amp; Soundwave''' (Activators, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Laserbeak<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|OneStep}}<br /> <br /> ====One-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-1-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (1-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|3Step}}<br /> <br /> ====3-Step Changers====<br /> [[File:TF-RID2015-Combiner-Force-3-step-Soundwave.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Soundwave''' (3-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Kinder Surprise===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Only available inside a blindpacked chocolate egg as part of Kinder's ''Transformers: Prime'' series, this buildable Soundwave mini-figure consists of a generic &quot;cog&quot; onto which his limbs and armor can be clipped to construct him. He has articulation on his shoulders and upper legs.<br /> {{-}}<br /> ===Mashems===<br /> *'''Transformers: Prime''' (2014)<br /> :Available in a 2-pack with Optimus Prime he is a super deformed version of Soundwave and is also made out of a very squishy material. <br /> :Another version of him came in a 6-pack with Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Ratchet, and Megatron. He is identical too his previous release.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:TfprimeSoundwavePredator.jpg|thumb|But can he replay footage of &quot;[[Operation: Firestorm]]&quot;?]]<br /> [[File:VectorSigmaBotBuilderSoundwave.jpg|thumb|Deep Desert Soundwave.]]<br /> *In ''War for Cybertron'', Soundwave transforms into a Cybertronian truck during gameplay, and his toy does the same, having only one [[alternate mode]]. However, the game also features a Cybertronian boombox mode, seen during a cutscene and the credits (in addition to a commercial for the Shockwave pre-order bonus), which the toy can approximate with some fiddling. In a ''Fall of Cybertron'' easter egg, he also briefly adopts a Cybertronian lamp post, in homage to [[More than Meets the Eye, Part 1|the first episode of the Generation 1 cartoon]].<br /> *Despite his toy and concept art appearance, Soundwave has a [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Generation 1|yellow]] visor in the War for Cybertron game. This was changed to red for the Fall of Cybertron sequel (perhaps displaying, in-universe, his furthered dedication to the Decepticon cause?).<br /> *According to the [[Transformers Hall of Fame]] biography, Soundwave [[Perceptor (Animated)|deleted his emotions to process information more quickly]], and is susceptible to [[Cyber Missions 1|too many sonic booms]].<br /> *[[Duane Capizzi]] said Soundwave can speak, but just chooses not to for his many appearances in ''Prime'' and his ''Robots in Disguise'' debut. The decision was to contrast Soundwave with the overly talkative Starscream,&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/bonus-q--a-with-transformers-prime-creators---answered-171430/ TFW2005 Q&amp;A January 2011]&lt;/ref&gt; and at [[BotCon 2011]], the staff compared Soundwave to [[Boba Fett]]. Instead, he records what he overhears and replays it with a mechanical echo that is very similar to the echo of his G1 counterpart. &lt;s&gt;Sorry, [[Frank Welker|Frank]], only [[Megatron (WFC)|one character]] for now...&lt;/s&gt; But when he ''does'' talk in &quot;Minus One&quot;, he sounds a lot like Frank Welker. Surprisingly, Soundwave drops his vow of silence altogether in his later appearances in the &quot;[[Combiner Force]]&quot; portion of ''Robots in Disguise''.<br /> *Soundwave's prehensile tentacles are reminiscent of [[Soundwave (ROTF)|another Soundwave]], although they are significantly less naughty.<br /> *Soundwave's body parts are available to use in the Hub website's [[Vector Sigma Bot Builder]] online game. Normally, you cannot configure a generic 'bot using all Soundwave parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> *The manner in which Soundwave deploys Laserbeak in ''Transformers: Prime'' is similar to that the [[Breastforce]] from ''Transformers: Victory''.<br /> *In one of the rare noticeable instances of physical change within the &quot;Aligned&quot; continuity family, Soundwave's appearance in ''Combiner Force'' is heavily influenced by his ''War for Cybertron'' body, though he retains his head design from ''Prime''.<br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Soundwave has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Night Attack Mode''' (ナイトアタックモード ''Naito Atakku Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Balo, Jida, Zori<br /> : In this mode, shown on his box-back photo, Soundwave uses the two-Micron weapon [[Spike Hammer Rod]], while [[Jida]] in &quot;Defense Shield&quot; mode hangs on his left shoulder. What exactly makes all this ideal for nighttime attacks is anyone's guess.<br /> <br /> *'''Jet Mode''' (ジェットモード ''Jetto Mōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Gora (x2), Zori<br /> : Meant simply for flying in fast and blowing crap up, this heavily modified version of Soundwave requires some real work. Because of all the recycled non-''Transformers'' parts in this mode, TakaraTomy designer [[Takashi Nakase]] has nicknamed this version &quot;Recycle Mode&quot;. Two jet thruster/fuel tanks are created using bottles from a Japanese &quot;common yogurt drink&quot; and a pair of [[Gora]]s painted up silver, with snipped Arms Micron sprues added on for detail. Soundwave also carries a large weapon made from Zori, a plastic fork, and more sprues. Yes, a plastic fork. You read that correctly.<br /> : There is also a vehicle mode configuration for this Arms Up Mode, with the massive turbines on the end of Soundwave's wings and the weapon on top of the main body. The whole shebang can be seen [http://youtu.be/QJUMhgggH-Q in this TakaraTomy developer video on YouTube].<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Soundwave''' (サウンドウェーブ ''Saundowēbu''), '''Soundblaster''' (サウンドブラスター ''Saundoburasutā'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Shēng-pō''' (Taiwan, 聲波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;), '''Shēngbō''' (China, 声波, &quot;Soundwave&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Barkhan''' (Бархан, &quot;Dune&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Council members]]<br /> [[Category:Cyberverse]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Go! Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Gladiators]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame characters]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Robots in Disguise (2015) Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Spies]]<br /> [[Category:Surveillance specialists]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Decepticons]]</div>

Technospike https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys&diff=1251549 2018-04-08T23:01:32Z

<p>Technospike: /* Leader Class toys */</p> <hr /> <div>{{suite}}<br /> <br /> '''[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]''' starred in a film series that made billions of dollars. Woohoo!<br /> <br /> ==Transformers (2007)==<br /> As a tribute to his immense popularity, Optimus Prime is the only ''Movie'' Transformer with a toy in every regular category (Legend, Fast Action, Deluxe, Voyager, and Leader).<br /> <br /> ===Legends Class toys===<br /> [[File:Movie Legends Prime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Shortening the smokestacks is good; [[For safety reasons|it makes the toy safer]]. But removing ONE and keeping the other? Crazy.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese name:'' '''EZ Collection Optimus Prime'''<br /> <br /> : Legends class Optimus Prime is an ''extremely'' simplified toy of the extremely complex movie design. As such, he features numerous unavoidable inaccuracies, such as not transforming or even looking very much like the original design or the larger toy versions in [[robot mode]]. However, proportionally Legends class Optimus Prime is not far off from the real truck and the Leader class toy's [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], aside from missing a smokestack on the driver's side. He is articulated at the shoulders and upper legs via [[ball joint]]s. He can also hold small weapons, such as [[Cyberverse]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/LegendsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legends Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:TargetGenerationsLegends.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Say, have we met?&quot; &quot;No, I'm not from around here.&quot; &quot;I can tell. You look ''way'' more realistic than I do.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Generations Legends''' (Target exclusive multi-pack, 2007)<br /> <br /> : A [[Target]] [[exclusive]], this four-pack of Legends Class figures contains two versions of both Optimus Prime and Megatron, namely [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Transformers (2007)|Legends of Cybertron Optimus Prime]], Movie Legends Optimus Prime, [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#Transformers (2007)|Legends of Cybertron Megatron]] and [[Megatron (Movie)/toys|Movie Legends Megatron]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BftAS}}<br /> [[File:Movie Allspark Legends pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Get ready for the safety recall, folks.]]<br /> *'''Battle for the Allspark''' (Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive multi-pack, 2007)<br /> <br /> : A [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive, this six-pack of Legends class figures contains unmodified toys of Optimus Prime, [[Jazz (Movie)#TRULegendsPack|Jazz]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Bumblebee]], [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Megatron]], [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Starscream]], and [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Barricade]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Allspark2pack}}<br /> [[File:Movie Legends Nightwatch Prime .jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Be afraid, Decepticons, because I hide in the shadows!]]<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime vs. Stealth Starscream''' (Legends Allspark Battles two-pack, 2008)<br /> <br /> : The previously-released Legends Class Optimus Prime toy is redecoed to match the Leader class Nightwatch Optimus Prime deco. He comes with a predominantly black and silver redeco of [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Allspark2pack|Starscream]].<br /> <br /> : The robot mode is mistransformed: his body is not collapsed down to the waist.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/LegendsNightwatchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legends Nightwatch Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Deluxe Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|Protoform}}<br /> [[File:Movie ProtoformOptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Until I find my feet, I have to use these giant robot hands.]]<br /> *'''Protoform Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-05'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, missile, flame attachment<br /> <br /> :Based upon the &quot;[[Protoform]]&quot; (Cybertronian) appearances of the Transformers in the Movie, Protoform Optimus Prime transforms into his &quot;entry&quot; mode. This mode somewhat resembles a cybertronic truck, with false wheels sculpted onto the sides, and Optimus Prime's trademark windows in front. A flame decoration piece fits to the back of the &quot;vehicle&quot;, creating the illusion of a flaming comet's tail. The bottom of the vehicle has small wheels to roll the toy across smooth surfaces. Oddly, it has NO [[Automorph Technology|automorph]] gimmick at all, a feature most main-line figures have.<br /> <br /> :He resembles previous Optimus characters in robot mode: his angular chest windows are reminiscent of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]], while his near-animalistic limbs and color scheme are evocative of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'' [[Optimus Primal]]. He has excellent articulation due to his many ball joints, and is armed with a rifle. The flame attachment can fit onto the end of the (non-firing) gun barrel.<br /> <br /> :Some packaging variants of this figure (perhaps a Wal-Mart exclusive) included a free movie poster depicting a Cybertronian eye overlooking Earth, with an added sticker to the outer plastic bubble saying &quot;Exclusive movie poster!&quot;. It is more of a preview of upcoming figures.<br /> <br /> :This toy was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as a [[Prima|member]] of the [[Dynasty of Primes]] in [[Tales of the Fallen issue 4|''Tales of the Fallen'' #4]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/ProtoformOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Protoform Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Fusioncluster}}<br /> [[File:FusionClusterOptimusStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Made out of sculpted wildberry Slurpee.]]<br /> *'''Protoform Optimus Prime Fusion Cluster Edition''' (C3xHobby Convention exclusive Deluxe, Japan 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, missile, flame attachment<br /> <br /> :An extensive redeco of the Protoform Optimus Prime mold that was exclusively available at the Japanese C3xHobby Convention in August of 2007, and later offered by [[e-HOBBY]] in limited quantities. Most of the body is made out of transparent turquoise plastic in order to mimic its frozen state in the &quot;coldness&quot; of space, while orange paint is used on the front end of the &quot;entry&quot; mode, mimicking the heat effects of sudden atmospheric entry. The flame attachment is made out of clear ''blue'' plastic, with the tail end being covered in ''gold'' paint.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|JazzPrimeBrawl3pack}}[[File:Movietoy jazz optimus brawl 3pk.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Deluxe three-pack''' (multi-pack, UK 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun with missile and flame attachment<br /> <br /> :This three-pack, which was available at general retail in the United Kingdom, contains an unchanged Deluxe Class Protoform Optimus Prime together with equally unchanged Deluxe Class [[Brawl (Movie)#JazzPrimeBrawl3pack|Decepticon Brawl]] and [[Jazz (Movie)#JazzPrimeBrawl3pack|Autobot Jazz]] toys.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LuckyDrawProtoform}}[[File:Movietoy gold protoform optimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Gold Protoform Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun with missile and flame attachment<br /> <br /> :This gold [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] (save for his black joints, which they were made out of unpaintable plastic) Protoform Optimus Prime figure was featured as a [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] giveaway (along side similarly gold vac-metal versions of Voyager class Optimus Prime and [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#LuckyDrawProtoform|Protoform Starscream]]) in the December 2007 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Released in 2008, only 5 pieces were made, making it one of the rarest Lucky Draw figures; the images at right represent the only known photographs of it.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/resources/review/movie+japanese/gold+protoform+optimus+prime+/3696 More information on Gold Protoform Optimus Prime at Transformers @ The Moon]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> [[File:Movie Voyager OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The last one of you out of here gets a... gets a lead salad!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Twin Blaster Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2007]]-[[August|8]]<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-13'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :The mid-range Voyager class ''Movie'' Optimus Prime toy transforms into an amalgamation of the Kenworth W900 and the Peterbilt 379, making this toy fairly inaccurate to the actual vehicle Optimus Prime turned into. Because of the smaller size and lessened complexity, the Voyager class Optimus Prime features a significantly different transformation sequence compared to the Leader class toy, and indeed, the actual CGI design. However, as the actual truck cabin no longer forms his chest, the cabin now features a small interior with opening doors and a non-removable [[Peter Cullen|cowboy-hat-bedecked driver figurine]] that flips out of the seat when the driver's side door is opened.<br /> <br /> : In robot mode, Voyager class Optimus Prime is proportionally more accurate to his CGI design than the leader class toy and has a more accurate headsculpt. However, due to the aforementioned lessened complexity, significant sacrifices had to be made, such as &quot;cheats&quot; to the transformation sequence to achieve this. He is thus less accurate overall than he initially appears. In addition to previously mentioned changes, he carries much of the truck's front hood, grill and fenders on his back like a backpack. Nevertheless, he maintains a superb level of articulation and posability.<br /> <br /> : Optimus Prime is armed with two large rifles formed out of a combination of both smokestacks and fuel tanks. These rifles peg onto his lower arms with grips for his open hands. The under-slung fuel tanks can fire spring-loaded projectiles. In vehicle mode, both smokestack rifles can be deployed as twin cannons, and this mechanism can also be used to store the rifles and deploy them as shoulder guns in robot mode.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/VoyagerOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Voyager Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Robovision}}<br /> [[File:Movie Robovision OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|We'd hate to see what those smokestacks looked like BEFORE Hasbro shortened them.]]<br /> *'''Robo-Vision Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> : A Target-exclusive redeco of the Voyager Class Optimus Prime toy, this limited edition version boasts a &quot;Supermetal finish&quot;, resulting in silver metallic paint covering much of his paintable gray/silver plastic, a much higher contrast in his red and blue plastic colors and improved 'flame' paint decorations.<br /> <br /> : Unusually for the smaller Voyager Class of toys, [[Robo-Vision]] Optimus Prime comes packed in robot mode in a special hexagonal column box with many windows, similar to the original packaging for ''20th Anniversary'' Optimus Prime. The package also includes a [[Robo-Vision Decoder]]. Strangely, this Target exclusive preceded the release of the regular Voyager by a large margin, coming out on [[June 2]], 2007 with the initial wave of movie toys.<br /> <br /> : This toy has been retroactively declared part of the ''Premium Series'' of more [[Show-accuracy|movie-accurate]] redecos of core characters from the movie.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/Robo-VisionOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Robo-Vision Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BeePrimePack}}[[File:Movietoy bee and optimus 2pk.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Bumblebee and Optimus Prime''' (Argos exclusive two-pack, Hong Kong/UK/Australia/France 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A two-pack, available as a mass retail release in Hong Kong, as an Argos exclusive in the United Kingdom, as a Kmart exclusive in Australia, and with undetermined distribution in France. Contains an unchanged Voyager Class Optimus Prime and an equally unchanged Deluxe Class Concept Camaro [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeePrimePack|Bumblebee]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:SamsClubMovieVoyagerBattleDamagedOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Given later events, probably less &quot;battle damaged&quot; than &quot;covered in the &lt;s&gt;blood&lt;/s&gt; fuel of his enemies&quot;.]]<br /> *'''Arcee, Starscream &amp; Optimus Prime''' (Sam's Club exclusive three-pack, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A three-pack, exclusive to [[Sam's Club]] stores, consisting of redecos of Voyager Class Optimus Prime and Deluxe Class [[Arcee (Movie)#Battle3pack|Arcee]], both with a battle damage deco, and an unchanged Voyager Class [[Starscream (Movie)/toys|Starscream]]. The Optimus figure would later be released on its own in international markets; see below.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|#LuckyDraw2007Voyager}}[[File:Movietoy gold voyager optimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Gold Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A gold-chromed version of the Voyager Optimus Prime toy was available as part of the same Lucky Draw contest as the Golden Protoform Optimus (see above) in the December 2007 issue of ''TV Magazine''. Limited to only 3 pieces, it is insanely rare. The photographed sample here features a chromed truck grill, while a boxed unit has an unchromed grey grill; the owners of both pieces, the Mapes Brothers of [http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/ Transformers @ The Moon], believe both are genuine TakaraTomy toys, so it unsure if the one with the chromed grill is a testshot or a production variant.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/content.php?/transformers-lucky-draw/toy-gallery/1979/Gold+Optimus+Prime.html More information on Gold Optimus Prime at Lucky Draw Transformers]'' <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|VoyFirstStrike}}<br /> [[File:Movie Voyager Firststrike OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Is ''this'' good enough for [[GEEWUN|you]]?]]<br /> *'''First Strike Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> : Released as part of the ''Allspark Power'' refresh of the movie line, First Strike Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of Voyager class Optimus Prime in a colour scheme based upon ''Generation 1'' and ''Classics'' Optimus Prime. The included toy bio describes this coloring as Prime paying tribute to the markings he wore as a young soldier when the war began. Due to the [[transformation scheme]], this figure actually ends up being ''less'' like its G1 counterpart in robot mode, a sacrifice made for the slavish redeco of the vehicle mode. You can't have your cake and eat it too, folks.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/FirstStrikeOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on First Strike Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:MovieVoyagerBattleDamageOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yet who would have thought the old man to have had so much blood in him?]]<br /> *'''Autobot Optimus Prime''' (&quot;international market&quot; exclusive Voyager-sized toy, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A single-packed version of the battle damaged Voyager Optimus Prime toy from the Sam's Club exclusive three-pack. Although the assortment number and the general packaging style (which are both the same also used for the [[Premium Series]] redecos of Voyager Class [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#Premium|Autobot Ratchet]] and [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#VoyagerPremium|Megatron]]) seemed to indicate that this might be a Best Buy exclusive, it was later confirmed to be an &quot;international market&quot; exclusive. It was released in Hasbro's Southeast Asian markets, but was not available in the USA outside the Sam's Club three-pack.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|FreewayBrawl}}<br /> [[File:TF2007-Screen-Battles-Freeway-Brawl-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|NOW WITH 8% BLUE!]]<br /> *'''Freeway Brawl''' (&quot;Screen Battles&quot; two-pack, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> : A second Target-exclusive redeco of the Voyager Class Optimus Prime toy, the gray molded pieces were recolored beige-grey, and multiple parts that were previously molded in blue and red (the chest, shoulder pads, and leg interiors) had their mold colors swapped, with extra [[paint operation]]s to make up the difference. As such, the toy has very few visual differences from the regular release of the sculpt, in a &quot;doing things differently to achieve a very similar end result&quot; sense. This version was only available in a pack with an unchanged Deluxe Class [[Bonecrusher (Movie)#FreewayBrawl|Bonecrusher]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/ScreenBattlesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Freeway Brawl Optimus Prime at TFU.info.]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> [[File:MovieLeader OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Y'think Prime got a makeover? We have it on good authority that Movie [[Roller (G1)|Roller]] is a kicked-out low-rider with a jammin' sound system and neon-purple undercarriage lighting.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : The largest 2007 ''Transformers'' movie Optimus Prime toy, Leader Class Optimus Prime featured, at the time, the most accurate representation of the CGI designs' complex transformation sequence. He transforms into a heavily-customized [http://www.peterbilt.com/index_gal_mod_desc.asp?model=model379 Peterbilt 379] conventional extended-hood, and unusually for a mainline figure, he has rubber tires on all his wheels. His [[Ion blaster]] weapon is stored in the rear of the truck's bunk, exposed like an engine block. Though Optimus has no trailer, he has a hole where the fifth wheel hitch is sculpted in the rear of the truck, should owners find a suitable trailer to use. Due to [[For safety reasons|safety reasons]], the tips of his long smokestacks are made of rubber. A switch on top of the cab roof activates horn sounds and window lights.<br /> <br /> : Featuring a complex transformation, the front and back ends of the truck essentially fold and converge to become Optimus Prime's legs, as much of the truck rear is connected to the robot thighs via a series of folding panels. The rear wheel cowlings feature a hinge joint in the middle of them so they do not impede his knee articulation. The halves of the rear cabin of the cab, directly connected to the smokestacks, rotate and connect to his torso and unfold into his arms. As with most mainline Movie toys, Optimus Prime features [[Automorph Technology|Automorph]] gimmicks, and due to his price point, he has three of them. Firstly, during initial transformation, rotating his front fenders to become his heels flips the top parts of the grill to become his toes. Secondly, sliding out the double-barrel cannon in his right forearm flips out his spring-loaded Ion Blaster, which lands into place for his right hand. (The Ion Blaster can actually be popped off his forearm fairly easily, as it is held in place by a simple clip.) Optimus's final Automorph, located in his torso, is activated by flipping the silver lever on his stomach, activating a series of spring-loaded actions where the truck windows are pushed apart and the lever between them is raised, enabling the head to spring up from the chest cavity. At this point, yellow LEDs light up the chest windows and Optimus Prime's eyes, accompanied by a &quot;powering up&quot; sound effect.<br /> <br /> : Optimus Prime has a wide range of articulation for a relatively bulky figure. He has ratcheting joints in his shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees, with swivel joints and ball joints supporting them in his biceps, lower knee joints, and ankles. His hands even have individually articulated fingers and thumbs!<br /> <br /> :This mold never saw release for another 9 years until his ''Tribute'' redeco.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Leader Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|CostcoPrimeBonus}}<br /> [[File:2007MovieOptimusPrimeCostCoBonusPack.jpg|thumb|Cylinders are the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime bonus pack''' ([[Costco]] exclusive multi-pack, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> :A Costco exclusive special pack of Leader Class Optimus Prime with Legends Class [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#CostcoPrimeBonus|Bumblebee]] and [[Jazz (Movie)#CostcoPrimeBonus|Autobot Jazz]] as bonus figures. All three toys are unchanged from their respective original releases.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|chrome}}<br /> [[File:Movie G4Contest Chrome OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Completists, eat your heart out!]]<br /> *'''Chrome Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : Two custom-made pieces (presented in robot and vehicle mode) by the [[Hasbro]] ''Transformers'' team as the grand prize for G4TV and [http://www.jumpcut.com Jumpcut]'s contest for fans to remix selected Transformers clips. Won by [http://www.TFW2005.com/ TFW2005.com] member James Zahn, this one-of-a-kind (well, two-of-a-kind) piece is an almost fully [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] Leader-class Optimus Prime in red, silver and blue (based heavily upon Generation 1 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]]), presented with a custom display base with an embossed silver Autobot insignia and a perspex display case.<br /> <br /> :It is certainly one of the rarest Transformers toys ever, and unless you are James, you will never own one.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|UKNightwatch}}<br /> [[File:Movie Leader Nightwatch OptimusPrime 2007.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Either this is [[Ultra Magnus (disambiguation)|Ultra Magnus]] or [[Nemesis Prime (disambiguation)|Nemesis Prime]].]]<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, UK 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MA-18'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : The first Nightwatch Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of the previously released Leader-class Optimus Prime, replacing most of his red and blue with different shades of blue and black. In fact, he resembles the original [[Diaclone]] Powered Convoy color scheme of ''Generation 1'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys|Ultra Magnus]]'s truck cab. The previously blue and red flames have been replaced with silver flames, while various other decos have been replaced by copper.<br /> <br /> : This version was released in the UK several months before the ''AllSpark Power'' version. Available exclusively through Argos stores, it came in an American-style box with the original Movie packaging design. This version was also released by [[TakaraTomy]] in Japan.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/NightwatchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Nightwatch Optimus Prime on TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LuckyDraw2007Leader}}<br /> [[File:TF-2007-Lucky-Draw-Gold-Leader-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Now that is what I called a gold-plated kill.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Gold Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> :A gold vacuum-metallized Leader class Optimus Prime was available as a [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] prize figure in [[Japan]], as well as being a promotional competition figure for various [[Hasbro]] branches elsewhere in the world. Only 88 pieces were made. <br /> <br /> :Although the figure can transform, the feet were fixated to accommodate with the stand.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|USNightwatch}}<br /> [[File:Movie Leader Nightwatch OptimusPrime 2008.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Ultra Prime or Nemesis Magnus?]]<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, USA 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : The second Nightwatch Optimus Prime was released as part of the &quot;[[AllSpark Power]]&quot; second half of the Movie line. He is similar to the UK version of Nightwatch Prime, replacing most of his red and blue with different shades of blue and black, retaining his resemblance to Diaclone Powered Convoy in most respects. However, the subdued black and copper on the first Nightwatch Prime have been replaced with gold and a ''very'' bright blue, to signify the All Spark energy affecting the Transformers. The translucent parts were also cast in purple translucent plastic instead of black translucent plastic.<br /> <br /> : Another difference is that this version comes in an ''AllSpark Power''-style box instead of the original style.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Premium}}<br /> [[File:Premium movie OP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Cyclonus (G1)/toys|Bunny-ears]] Prime.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (&quot;Premium Series&quot; Leader Class, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Detachable, Retractable &quot;energy sword&quot;<br /> <br /> : The Premium Series Optimus Prime is both a [[retool]] and a redeco of the Leader Class Optimus Prime toy. The major selling point is a more movie-accurate head sculpt with longer ears and detailing based on the final CG head design, and a flip-out energy sword to replace the ion blaster that was included with previous versions of the toy. This energy sword is detachable and attaches where the Ion Blaster did, compatible with non-premium Optimus Prime Leader-class-based releases. Because his ears are much longer, the truck roof panel that hides his head now has two holes cut into so the head can fit inside the cabin.<br /> <br /> :The paint deco is... unfocused, to say the least. In vehicle mode, the grill, headlights, and bumpers (and thus his feet) are painted silver, yet the red in the small Autobot insignia has been removed. There is silver paint on the fuel tanks (toy battery cover), but not on the other tool boxes and equipment in the same location. There is also silver paint on all 6 wheel rims, the air cleaners, and the windscreen visor. In robot mode, the silver paint is mainly located on his thighs and crotch, though in order to save on costs, the dark blue and gold paint on his thighs and knee joints have been sacrificed.<br /> <br /> : Unlike the initial ''Premium Series'' toys, this one was available as part of the regular mass retail Leader class assortment. The instructions still depicts the original Leader Class mold's head.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|LeaderMA21}}<br /> [[File:Movie Leader OptimusPrimeBattleMode.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He loves his lips so much, he won't let anyone sculpt them on his toys.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Battle Mode''' (Leader Class, 2008)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-21'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Detachable, Retractable &quot;energy sword&quot;<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy version of Premium Series Optimus Prime has a considerably different deco from Hasbro's release. Similar to the unique chrome Optimus Prime, Optimus Prime Battle Mode features vacuum-metallized parts for nearly all of the silver truck parts, for a greater resemblance to the polished chrome on the real prop trucks. Unfortunately, as his feet are the front fenders and grill, this will likely lead to chipping. In robot mode, he retains several decos that were removed from Hasbro's Premium Optimus Prime for cost reasons, such as the blue and gold decos on his thighs. Finally, the flip-out energy sword is coloured gold to reflect its &quot;powered up&quot; appearance.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Fast Action Battlers===<br /> [[File:Movie FAB OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Okay mommy, me got my backback and big gun thingy. Me go to robot school now?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Power Hook Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''QC-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 1 Missile<br /> <br /> :[[Fast Action Battlers|Fast Action Battler]] Power Hook Optimus Prime is a (roughly) Deluxe-class made for children of younger ages than the rest of the mainline and was designed to have quick conversion and action feature. He has a little string attached to his missile that was tied to his &quot;backpack&quot; for easy storage and so the little ones wouldn't lose the missile.<br /> <br /> :He is rather inaccurate to Optimus Prime's design.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/FABOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Power Hook Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|LeaderForTheAges}}<br /> [[File:Movie LeaderfortheAges 2pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The more things change, the more they, uh, get bigger guns.]]<br /> *'''Leader for the Ages''' (Wal*Mart exclusive two-pack, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 1 gun, 1 Missile<br /> <br /> : This Wal*Mart-exclusive two-pack contains the ''Fast Action Battler'' Power Hook Optimus Prime toy, designated &quot;2007 Optimus Prime&quot;, and the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2007)|Optimus Prime]] toy from ''The Ultimate Battle'' DVD two-pack. Both toys are identical to their normal individual releases.<br /> <br /> : For some reason, the ''Classics'' Optimus toy is designated &quot;1984 Optimus Prime&quot; on the packaging, even though it was released in 2006... well, he ''looks'' like Prime from '84, so hey, what the hell.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FABFireBlast}}<br /> [[File:Mov2007-toy FAB FireBlastPrime.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus]], is that you?]]<br /> *'''Fire Blast Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 1 Missile<br /> <br /> : Fire Blast Optimus Prime is a [[redeco]] of the previously released Power Hook Optimus Prime fast action battler. The color scheme is loosely based upon ''Generation 1'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus Prime]], explained rather oddly in the card bio as being the camouflage Optimus took while hunting Decepticons on Mars post-movie... because there are so many long-nose cabs driving around Mars. Yeah.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/FABOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Fire Blast Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyber Slammers===<br /> [[File:Movie CyberSlammers Prime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Okay, let the bumper car battle begin! One shall stand, one shall...get knocked back a few metres.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyber Slammer, 2007)<br /> <br /> : [[Cyber Slammers]] Optimus Prime is an amazingly cute truck that transforms into an amazingly cute Autobot. &quot;Slam&quot; his robot mode down into car mode and he rolls along for a while, then snaps back up into robot mode. Sure to please the toddler you brought with you to the PG-13 movie! Like most Cyber Slammers, Prime manages to cram most of his vehicle mode's major details into a compact, super-deformed version of that mode.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/CySlamOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyber Slammer Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Trans-Scanning===<br /> [[File:TransScanningOptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The Optimus Prime of your nightmares.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2008)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TS-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Display stand <br /> <br /> : [[Trans-scan]]ning Optimus Prime is a Japanese-exclusive figure with many interchangeable parts. At its most basic, the figure is a spindly skeleton referred to as a &quot;Core Body&quot;. To this skeleton, two sets of armor pieces can be attached to create one of two forms for Optimus Prime: his [[protoform]] mode or his Earth mode.<br /> <br /> : The protoform mode consists of eight pieces of metallic blue plastic that plug into the arms, chest, pelvis and legs of the figure. With these pieces attached, the figure can be manipulated in a manner that might charitably be called &quot;transformation&quot; into his meteor-like &quot;entry mode,&quot; accomplished by doing little more than tucking the head out of sight and folding the chest back. This blue-and-grey lump can be mounted on a three-piece stand that comes with the figure, allowing you to display it in mid-plummet. Optimus Prime's Earth mode, meanwhile, is made up of many armor pieces (including a particularly large backpack) that form a rather [[Kibble|kibbly]] robot mode, which can then transform into a truck approximating a Peterbilt 379. We would go into what an abominable, unintuitive, parts-massaging ''mess'' this transformation is, but we wouldn't want to fill up the rest of the page.<br /> <br /> : Optimus Prime also includes a pair of interchangeable, open-palmed hands that can be swapped out for the clenched fists that are in place in-package. The Core Body mold was re-used for the simultaneously released Trans-Scanning [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Trans-Scanning|Bumblebee]] figure.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Optimus Prime Figure===<br /> [[File:SpychangerMovieOptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The shoulders house a kickin' stereo system.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Spychanger, 2007)<br /> <br /> :&quot;Optimus Prime Figure&quot; (オプティマスプライム・フィギア)&lt;ref&gt;Named as such in ''Transformers Generations 2009'' Vol. 2, page 52.&lt;/ref&gt; is a redeco of [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] Spychanger [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]], painted to resemble ''Movie'' Optimus Prime. Of note is the [[tampograph]]ed detailing on his chest resembling ''Movie'' Prime's distinctive chest design. Like most Spychangers, he features high speed axles and can roll very well across smooth surfaces, but lacks the weight to propel him quickly. <br /> <br /> :He was only available exclusively in Japan with a pre-order for the ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' DVD and HD-DVD.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Cybertron/DVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on &quot;Optimus Prime Figure&quot; at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Revenge of the Fallen==<br /> ===Legends Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|ROTFlegend}}[[File:ROTF Legends OptimusPrime.jpg|301px|thumb|AT LAST! Two smokestacks!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-01'''<br /> [[File:ROTF Legends Prime Jetfire combo.jpg|thumb|left|Don't I look awesome with my corpse backpack?]]<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Legends class Optimus Prime is an all-new, much more accurate mold compared to the 2007 Legends class Prime, having a much greater accuracy in both robot and vehicle mode. In particular, his vehicle mode isn't inexplicably missing one smokestack like the 2007 toy. It should be noted that he was molded in only one paintable plastic color, with red and blue deco patterns decked on it. The top of the truck's bunk (ending up on his back in robot mode) has a slot to combine with [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]]. For some reason, this isn't mentioned in the instructions, though they're hardly needed.<br /> <br /> : Compared to the final product, stock photos of the figure loses blue paint operations on his knee armor.<br /> <br /> : During the [[May 30]] launch event for the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline in [[Japan]], Legends Optimus were given out to attendees. The only difference is a sticker on the packaging commemorating the event. Optimus also saw release as a blindpacked figure for the first wave of the Revenge of the Fallen EZ Collection sets. And like all first waves, he comes with a flyer advertising the TakaraTomy releases of the Revenge of the Fallen toyline.<br /> <br /> :[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#EZScanning|Like]] [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 2|some]] [[Sideswipe_(Movie)#Cyberverse|other]] [[Jazz (Movie)#LegendsVsBonecrusher|Legends]]/[[Bumblebee_(Movie)/toys#Cyberverse|Legion Class]] toys, several of the loose units were dumped in some Hobby Shop dealers in Asia. Although most of them had full paint operations, you might be unlucky to find one with a missing paint ops on the faceplate.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/LegOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsBattleDamage}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Legends OptimusPrime Battledamage.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|A little blue paint goes a long way.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Damage Version''' (Legends, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-09'''<br /> <br /> : A &quot;Battle Damaged&quot; variant featured in the second wave of EZ Collection (the Japanese name for Legends class toys), with more elaborate, weathered paint applications.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsPowerArmor}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-toy Legends PowerArmorPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Power Armor Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2009)<br /> <br /> :This [[redeco]] of Legends class Optimus Prime features a slightly darkened colour scheme and red legs.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/LegPowerArmorOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legends Power Armor Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsDefender}}<br /> [[File:EZCollectionDefenderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Here to mend and defend! ... hahaha, no, really, hand your face over. '''Now.''']]<br /> *'''Defender Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection, March 2010)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of Legends Optimus Prime replacing his red plastic with more blue and silver, but sprucing things up a bit with red flame [[paint operation]]s. Defender Optimus Prime (ディフェンダーオプティマスプライム) was only available in Japan as part of their ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]]'' promotion in March 2010. It was given away for free to customers who purchased ''Animated'' merchandise at Edion, Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera stores.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsSpecialColor}}<br /> [[File:EZCollectionOptimusPrimeSpecialColor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Special Color''' (EZ Collection, April 2010)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-21'''<br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime Special Color (オプティマスプライム特別カラー, ''Optimus Prime Tokubetsu Color'') was only available blindpacked as part of TakaraTomy's EZ Collection Vol. 3. It is a clear version of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' mold, casted in clear plastic with opaque paint operations on the details.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|ROTFvoyager}}[[File:ROTF Voyager OptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Look! I got a tan!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2009)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles <br /> <br /> :Voyager Optimus Prime is a [[redeco]] of the toy from the [[Movie (toyline)|first movie's toyline]]. Like several redecos or retools of 2007 movie toys, there has been some effort to make this release noticeably different from the previous releases, though the toy ends up looking less accurate to the actual movie appearance than those previous releases. Optimus Prime has a sort of faded Autobot [[insignia|logo]] on the side of the truck's bunk, and kanji (Chinese characters) on the roof (ending up on his knee in robot mode.) The word &quot;上海将军&quot; means &quot;Shanghai General&quot;, while &quot;大将&quot; means &quot;Grand general&quot;.<br /> <br /> :The Japanese version of the toy, named &quot;Optimus Prime Revenge Edition&quot;, was exclusively available at Tokyo Toy Show 2009, and later also from [[e-HOBBY]]. Despite being sold in Hasbro packaging like the mass retail ''Revenge'' toys in Japan (plus the addition of Japanese stickers marking it as a Japanese market release and containing Japanese safety warnings and manufacturer information), it slightly differed from the Hasbro version insofar as it lacked the [[tampograph]]ed kanji lettering.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded|Japanese release}}<br /> :::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/VoyagerOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime on TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|PrimeBee2Pack}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Bumblebee''' (Two-pack, 2009)<br /> <br /> :An unchanged version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Voyager-Class Optimus Prime (see above) was released in a two-pack, alongside an unchanged version of ''Movie'' Deluxe-Class &quot;[[Premium Series]]&quot; [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#PrimeBee2Pack|Bumblebee]]. This two-pack has been confirmed to have been released in Malaysia and was apparently also sold in Indonesia and India.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|VoyagerDefender}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Voyager DefenderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Kaboom, yo. Ka-friggin-boom.]]<br /> *'''Defender Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles <br /> <br /> :This redeco of Voyager-Class Optimus Prime swaps out the red and some of the silver plastic with black and blue, changes the blue flames to red and silver, lightly nodding towards [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 2|his Generation 2 Laser incarnation]]. <br /> <br /> :Defender Optimus Prime also comes with two packaging variants: aside from his default packaging, the other was packed in robot mode in a vertical packaging similar to the Leader Class figure.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/DefenderOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Defender Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|VoyagerJetPower}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Voyager JetPowerOptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|301px|Use your friends wisely.]]<br /> *'''Jet Power Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2010)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MR-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles, sword, Jetfire armour parts<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Unite for the Universe|Unite for the Universe]]'' Optimus Prime would have been a redeco of the 2007 Optimus Prime Voyager-Class mold in a similar style to the Leader-Class Buster Optimus Prime (see below), with a much more accurate and detailed paint scheme, including white stenciled flames. He would have come with a set of [[Jetfire (ROTF)#Voyager Class toys|Jetfire]] armour parts to form the powered-up Optimus Prime seen at end of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'', and due to not having to form Jetfire's robot mode or his jet mode, the armour parts are far more accurate to the movie's design of them than the leader class Jetfire toy could manage. While not combined to Optimus Prime, the armour can be arranged to form a sort of weapon emplacement mode or a jet engine on the back of Optimus's vehicle mode. <br /> <br /> :Both Jet Power Optimus Prime and the accompanying redeco of Voyager-Class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#UniteMegatron|Megatron]] would have come with an issue of the [[Unite for the Universe issue 1|''Unite for the Universe'' comic book]], but due to the cancellation of both figures, the comics were eventually included with the [[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Movie Masterpiece]] releases of Leader-Class [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Starscream]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Bumblebee]]. Of amusement is the fact the comics are essentially showcasing toys that have been canceled. <br /> <br /> {{canceledtoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Mini-figure====<br /> {{anchor|VoyagerMini-figure}}<br /> [[File:ROTF mini figure Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|He won't be [[Decapitation|taking]] [[The Fallen|anybody's]] faces at THAT size.]]<br /> *'''Stratosphere''' (Voyager, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''RA-17'''<br /> <br /> :Voyager-Class [[Stratosphere]] comes with a transformable Optimus Prime mini-figure that deploys from his cargo bay, based upon scenes from the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie. The articulation is limited to hinges on his arms, legs and shoulders, all three of them being contingent from his transformation.<br /> <br /> :Towering at only barely over two inches, this was actually not just the smallest movie-verse Optimus but even the smallest transformable figure of Optimus Prime for a while - ironically enough, being even slightly tinier than the [[Smallest Transforming Transformers]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]] - that is, until he was later &quot;out-tinied&quot; by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Q-Transformers|two]] [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Tiny Turbo Changers|other]] cute super deformed versions.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/MiniOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on mini Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> [[File:ROTF Leader OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I will not stop telling you that I am Optimus Prime. Ever!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''RA-01'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Leader-class Optimus Prime is an entirely different mold from the first movie's Leader-class Optimus Prime. <br /> <br /> :Like the previous Prime, it is loaded with features, though it ditches the first movie's [[Automorph Technology|Automorph]]ing for the new [[Mech Alive]] gimmick. When a grey tab on his midriff is pressed, Prime's entire pectoral region &quot;flexes&quot;, lights in his chest and eyes glow, and he declares &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot; in [[Peter Cullen]]'s voice. For the European release of the figure, to get past the language barrier, the Cullen sound clip is abbreviated to just &quot;Optimus Prime&quot;; in some regions, including Quebec and the UK (but only after a month or two), both versions were made available. A transformation sound effect activates when his torso is transformed, and once Prime is in truck mode, an almost unnoticeable button (a small square located beside the screw for the battery compartment, undocumented in his instructions) is revealed, which activates engine-idling noises. <br /> <br /> :Each arm features flip-out blades that trigger when a button on the forearm is pressed. Each of these blades has a [[Cyberglyphics|Cyberglyphic]] symbol on it. The blades severely restrict Prime's arm articulation when retracted, as they get in the way of the kibble, but as there is very little one can do with Prime's arms without causing the blades to deploy, this is hardly noticeable. <br /> <br /> :One detail not reflected in most of Hasbro's photos is that the sun visors above Prime's windows are mounted on ball joints and can be positioned like they are in his CG design. The hood halves on his arms can slide up on their hinges and the blue panels at the back of Prime's lower legs can be pulled out slightly as well for further screen accuracy. <br /> <br /> :Overall, the robot mode of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' leader class Optimus Prime toy is slightly taller and considerably more athletic-looking than the 2007 ''Transformers'' Leader-class Optimus Prime toy.<br /> <br /> [[File:ROTF Leader Jetfire PowerUpPrime toy.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|Who's your daddy? He is.]]<br /> :Optimus Prime can also combine with Leader-class [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]] to form Jetpower Optimus Prime by slightly transforming his backpack and feet. Sadly, this takes away from his leg articulation, because otherwise he could never support the massive backpack he has in this mode. However, fans have created alternate configurations that increase leg articulation and movie-accuracy.<br /> <br /> :Like several new-mold ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toys, Optimus Prime suffers from some cost-cutting measures that affected the final production version of the mold. According to Hasbro's stock photos/back-of-box photo of the hand-painted [[prototype]], the toolboxes on the sides of his legs were designed to fold away further for a sleeker, cleaner look. Additionally, the rear tires would have been able to split in half, with the inner half of the tire going inside the outer half to recreate the thin tires seen on Prime's CG design. Some articulation was lost on the toy between Hasbro stock photography and the final release. His fingers are no longer articulated; instead, the entire hand is now one molded piece. Finally, the lower arms appear to have been originally designed so that his hands could slide in or out of them during transformation. Sadly, he also lacks rubber tires, which the original movie Prime did have. Meanwhile, the articulated fingers was later used for the ''Asia Premium Series'' &amp; ''Movie The Best'' releases.<br /> <br /> :As a result of striving for vehicle realism and painstaking accuracy to his visual portrayal in the live-action films, this Optimus Prime ends up being ridiculously complex. Transforming him back into a truck is probably more complicated than shown in the movie and can only be considered ''torture''. Very unfortunately, the [[instructions]] for this toy are infamous for being amazingly vague and unclear in their visual depiction of the transformation steps, making transformation even ''harder''. Also, let us not forget that, upon transforming him back to robot mode, he will declare his identity over and over and over and over and over until you're finished.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy release of Optimus Prime replaces the red plastic from his neck down to the middle of his pectorals with gray plastic. The smokestacks also are a different shade of gray, and are more opaque than the Hasbro release.<br /> <br /> <br /> :This version can also attach [[Energon star]]s.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Leader Class Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|ShanghairLimited}}<br /> *'''Limited Edition Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)<br /> <br /> :This release of Optimus Prime was available at the May 23, 2009 midnight launch of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline at the [[Shanghai]] Toys 'R' Us. Limited to 576 pieces, this piece was presented in a wooden box with a numbered certificate, Autobot sigil dog tag, and of course, the leader class Optimus Prime toy. The toy itself was unchanged.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|withCamshaft}}<br /> [[File:ROFTOptimusWCamshaft.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Who are you, again?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' with '''Autobot Camshaft''' (Leader value pack, 2009)<br /> <br /> : This [[Walmart]] exclusive value pack featured an unchanged Leader-class Optimus Prime sold with an unchanged [[Camshaft (Movie)|Camshaft]] from the first movie toyline. They came packaged in a special wider box and were sold for the same price as a normal Leader toy.<br /> <br /> :Leader-class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Megatron was available in a similar value pack at the same time, which likewise included Camshaft.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|AmazonDVDBlack}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Leader OptimusPrime BlackVersion.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It's like Optimus and The Fallen had some illegitimate love child.....]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Black Version''' (Leader, Japan 2009)<br /> <br /> :An [[exclusive]] to Amazon.co.jp, this redeco of Optimus Prime is bundled with the Japanese release of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' DVD. He is another in a long line of [[black repaint]]s, swapping most of his red and blue plastic for black, some of his bright grey plastic for a cool grey and blue, and is covered with gold and silver flames. His orange blades are now translucent blue. <br /> <br /> :TakaraTomy improved upon the original Leader-class Optimus Prime instruction sheet by including supplementary photographed steps that were previously vague or neglected in the original release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BusterOptimus}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Leader BusterOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Reinforcing the belief that Takara makes better toys than Hasbro.]]<br /> *'''Buster Optimus Prime''' (Leader, Japan 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''RA-24'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into [[Ion blaster]]<br /> <br /> :This version of Leader-class Optimus Prime features a new lower face sculpt that lacks a [[faceplate]], as well as the replacement of his fuel tank/exhaust assemblies with new, transforming versions that can combine into his ion blaster/barrage cannon. To the simultaneous pleasure and displeasure of people who had already purchased the first release of Leader-class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime, Buster Optimus Prime features an extensive paint job that closely matches Prime's appearance on the big screen, including covering almost all of his grey plastic with silver paint or chrome, expanding and outlining all of the flame tampographs white for greater accuracy to [[Industrial Light &amp; Magic|ILM]]'s computer model, and generally painting in small details, nooks and crannies that were neglected on the first release due to cost-cutting reasons. The red and blue plastic colors also vary from the original release, to better match his film appearance.<br /> <br /> :TakaraTomy improved upon the original Leader-class Optimus Prime instruction sheet by including supplementary photographed steps that were previously vague or neglected in the original release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|JetfireBuster}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-JetpowerOptimusPrime2Pack-OptimusPrimetoy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2009)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into [[Ion blaster]]<br /> [[File:ROTF-JetpowerOptimusPrime2Pack-CombinedMode.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4]]<br /> <br /> :This [[TakaraTomy]] Asian market-[[exclusive]] Leader Class two-pack consists of a redecoed [[Jetfire (ROTF)#JetfireBuster|Jetfire]] and a slightly altered Buster Optimus Prime. Buster Optimus Prime is almost identical to the single-pack Japanese release of the toy, but unlike the standalone Buster Prime, has a head with a faceplate, itself containing more paint details than the first release of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader-class Optimus Prime. The flames are outlined with light blue instead of white for accuracy to the physical truck prop (though it ends up being inaccurate in robot mode). Jetfire has a subtle, more [[show-accuracy|movie-accurate]] colour scheme.<br /> <br /> :Despite the fact that this is a TakaraTomy release, this version ''doesn't'' use the improved version of Optimus' [[instructions]], using instead the original (and less helpful) version.<br /> <br /> This release of Buster Optimus Prime was susceptible to a paint scraping issue on the silver painted slide-out barrel of his blaster. This problem was fixed for the [[#DOTMJetfireBuster|DOTM Re-release]] by relocating the silver paint app from the barrel to the inside wall of an exposed gas tank that had been previously left as unpainted grey plastic. The black paint app on the barrel was left unchanged. <br /> <br /> :In mid 2010, this set was released in Australia. In early 2011, it was released in the Philippines. In late 2011, [[#DOTMJetfireBuster|this set]] was [[Rebranding|re-released]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[packaging]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|FamilyMartClear}}<br /> [[File:FamilyMartClearColorPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Making one of the most complex Transformers ever entirely out of clear plastic? What could POSSIBLY go wrong?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Limited Clear Color Edition''' (Leader, 2010)<br /> <br /> : This translucent plastic version of Leader class Optimus Prime is Prize A in a &quot;Family Mart&quot; convenient store chain competition beginning in [[October]], [[2010]]. Punters can purchase entries into the competition for 500 yen each.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|GoldLeader}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Gold Version''' (Leader, 2010)<br /> : This gold redeco of Leader Class Optimus Prime was offered as a Lucky Draw in the December 2009 edition of TV Magazine, and is limited to a mere 3 pieces, making it one of the lowest production run Lucky Draw Campaign Toys.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Fast Action Battlers===<br /> {{anchor|ROTFfastactionbattlers}}<br /> [[File:ROTF FAB OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Two blades means ''twice'' the [[Decapitation|fun]]!]]<br /> *'''Double Blade Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2009)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Projectile<br /> <br /> :Double Blade Optimus Prime is an all-new [[Fast Action Battlers]] version of Optimus Prime, with a much more accurate sculpt and a less-inaccurate transformation. He features two spring-loaded energy swords and a projectile launcher with a single [[missile]].<br /> :For [[design change|whatever reason]], his elbows have been molded so as not to bend, despite actually having real pinned elbow joints. The plastic section in the way, however, can be easily sliced out to restore full functionality.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/FABOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Double Blade Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|FABPowerArmor}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-toy FAB PowerArmorOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Power Armor Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Projectile<br /> <br /> :Power Armor Optimus Prime is a [[redeco]] of Double Blade Optimus Prime, coloring much of the toy black. Intended to represent him combined with Jetfire.<br /> <br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Battle Chargers===<br /> [[File:ROTF BattleChargers OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It's return of the bumper cars, only this time we can sit down.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Battle Charger, 2009)<br /> <br /> :[[Robot Powered Machines|Battle Charger]] Optimus Prime is, much like the first movie line's [[Cyber Slammers]] Prime, a super-deformed truck from which a robot mode springs up as you play. The toy uses a [[pull-back motor]], and when pulled back and released, the toy's roof will flip open and Optimus Prime's cutesified robot mode will pop up.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:ROTFBattleChargersCyberArmorOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|Oh great, the front is silver. Well THAT'S a big difference...]]<br /> *'''Cyber Armor Optimus Prime''' (Battle Charger, 2009)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of the first Battle Charger with parts of the truck colored silver, such as the hood and hubcaps.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Gravity Bots===<br /> [[File:ROTF GravityBots OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Oh no, Optimus let himself go [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Energon|again]]!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Gravity Bot, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''GB-01'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Gravity Bot]]s'' Optimus Prime is an extremely simplified version of Optimus with a small tab on the bottom of his feet that when he placed on his feet will automatically transform him to robot mode. There is also one on his back side that when placed upon will transform him to his vehicle mode.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/GBOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Gravity Bots'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BlueSteelPrime}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-toy GravityBots BattleSteelPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|feeling' a little blue about the mass here.]]<br /> *'''Battle Steel Optimus Prime''' (Gravity Bot, 2010)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of ''Gravity Bots'' Optimus featuring a gray hood with red flames, which is inspired by his Defender redecoes.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GBBattleSteelOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Gravity Bots'' Battle Steel Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==''Transformers'' (2010)==<br /> ===Legends Class toys===<br /> [[File:TF2010 ROTF Legends Fireburst Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime can't deal with you!]]<br /> *'''Fireburst Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2010)<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]: [[Hunt for the Decepticons]]'' Fireburst Optimus Prime is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime, with its coloration inspired by ''Generation 1'' Ultra Magnus. The toy retains all the functionality of the previous releases, including the undocumented ability to combine with Jetfire.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/FireburstOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Fireburst Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|VictoryFallen}}<br /> [[File:TF-2010-VotF-Legends-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Looks like we're surrounded, Jetfire.&quot; &quot;Who's 'we', Autobot?&quot;]]<br /> *'''The Victory of The Fallen''' (Kmart Exclusive Legends 5-pack, 2010)<br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime with predominately red forearms and red/silver thighs, which it was meant to be a ''Generation 1''-inspired deco. He comes bundled with redecos of [[The Fallen#Transformers (2010)|The Fallen]], [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Megatron]], [[Jetfire (ROTF)#Legends Class toys 2|Jetfire]], and [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Starscream]] in a [[Kmart]]-exclusive five-pack. To date, this is the only Hasbro release of this figure that acknowledges the combining feature between Jetfire and Optimus Prime.<br /> <br /> :This redeco is also re-released as part of the ''Chronicle'' EZ Collection lineup. ([[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Chronicle|See below]].) <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:EZCollectionVol5OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|EVILLLLLL PRIME.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection, 2010)<br /> <br /> :This Japanese exclusive release of Optimus Prime features much more black coloring than the previous releases, and it's (coincidentally) based on the Fast Action Battlers Power Armor Optimus Prime toy, so as to be used with the similarly-repainted Legends Jetfire figure to form the Optimus' powered up combination. For some reason, he has red eyes.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|BattleBlades}}[[File:TF2010 ROTF Voy BattleBladesOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|GIVE ME YOUR, UH... MONEY! ''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:Aa-01-battle-blades-prime-japanese-version.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I call these bad boys the [[Grindor (ROTF)|&quot;face takers&quot;]] ''(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Battle Blades Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2010)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AA-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Matrix of Leadership, 2 Fuel Tank-Gun assemblies, removable Energon Swords<br /> <br /> :Battle Blades Optimus Prime is a brand new sculpt that attempts to replicate his Leader Class design. He is much more movie accurate than the previous Voyager incarnations. He features two [[Dual Energon Swords|energon swords]] made of soft plastic, similar to his Leader Class incarnation, albeit not spring-loaded. They can be detached from the mushroom joints they're on, although doing this excessively may cause them to warp. <br /> <br /> :He also has a removable [[Matrix of Leadership]] in his chest which is made of unpainted gray plastic. In an awesome homage, the Movie matrix rests on a stand molded to look like it's G1 incarnation. <br /> <br /> :His fuel tanks can also separate from the truck panels and become two [[barrage cannon]]s. Oddly enough, these guns are mentioned nowhere on the box even though they would normally be a selling point. <br /> <br /> :The [[instructions]] neglect to mention that the entire roof of the cab is on a concealed hinge which greatly eases the difficulty of Prime's transformation. For whatever reason, the instructions treat the toy as if the hinge does not exist, going so far as to show Prime's head magically clipping through his chest to transform. The instructions also neglect to mention that his heel/bumper pieces must be slid out until they ''click'', making the figure just that bit more stable, and that the rotating truck door panels on his upper arms can be pulled further out (but not off) from their sockets, allowing more space for the panels to swing around his hood-arms during transformation.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy &quot;Autobot Alliance&quot; release of this toy has some significant differences, including casting the red plastic in a darker shade, making his shin and wheel joints grey rather than Hasbro's bronze, painting the Matrix of Leadership silver, and swapping out the dual energon swords for battle hooks, similar to 2010's Leader class Optimus Prime. However, due to the Japanese release retaining the Hasbro packaging, the box still advertises the dual energon swords rather than the hooks. He retains the masked face used for the Hasbro release.<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Darkside Optimus Prime (DOTM)|Darkside Optimus Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Blades Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|HFTDleader}}[[File:TF2010 ROTF LeaderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Reinforcing the belief that Hasbro makes better toys than Takara.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2010)<br /> <br /> :This retool of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader-Class Optimus Prime features the head from Buster Optimus Prime and has had his blades replaced with semi-articulated Battle Hooks for face-destroying action! He has a darker paint job and sports black splotches on his body and head to signify battle damage. However, due to these extra &quot;battle damage&quot; paint applications, some other paint applications that were present on the Revenge of the Fallen release were omitted. He also sports a new voice box in robot mode, replacing the infamous &quot;I am Optimus Prime!&quot; with &quot;We must stop the Decepticons!&quot; The international release, however, retains the same abbreviated &quot;Optimus Prime&quot; sound clip as the original release. To the annoyance of many fans, this version was the main version released just about ''anywhere'' outside the United States (all of Canada, Latin America, Europe, and Asia). The box also mentions racing sounds, which may or may not be referring to the button-activated diesel engine noises carried over from the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' version of the figure. <br /> :This version uses the TakaraTomy version of the instructions, which improved upon the original Leader-Class Optimus Prime instruction sheet by including supplementary photographed steps that were previously vague or neglected in the original release.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Activators===<br /> [[File:TF2010-toy Activators OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Activator, 2010)<br /> <br /> :A small and simple toy, ''[[Activators]]'' Optimus Prime features [[autotransformation]] from truck to robot, activated by a button on his roof. It has no weapons or any other [[gimmick]]s.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RallyRumble}}<br /> [[File:TF2010-toy Activators RallyRumbleOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Rally Rumble Optimus Prime''' (Activator, 2010)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of ''Activators'' Optimus Prime with a red cab and rally-themed markings like lightning bolts and the number 01.<br /> <br /> : During the period between [[December 26]] 2010 and [[January 31]] 2011, Hasbro ran their &quot;[[Supercharge Your Holidays]]&quot; promotion: for every $20 spent on Hasbro-branded product, customers could receive a free, random product from a list provided by Hasbro. Among the items on the list was &quot;Transformers Activator &amp; Speed Stars Mini Vehicle&quot;. According to [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=75487 this discussion thread on Allspark.com], Rally Rumble Optimus Prime (as the figure is listed in the thread) was one of the figures distributed. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==EZ Collection Real==<br /> [[File:TF-EZ-Collection-Real-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.33|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection Real, 2011)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of The blindpacked EZ Collection Real by TakaraTomy's &quot;TakaraTomy A.R.T.S&quot;, this Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class figure, featuring a number of paint details on his paintable plastic, to resemble his on-screen appearance.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Dark of the Moon==<br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{note|The '''Japanese''' release (CV) of the figures features no physical changes on both the toy, and it includes one instruction sheet of &quot;how-to-play&quot; the cards for the Mechtech Wars Online games, and an advertisement flyer promoting the Japanese release of the ''Dark on the Moon'' toyline.}}<br /> {{anchor|CyberversePreview}}<br /> [[File:DOTM CyberverseCommander OptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=2|Steer clear of hanging cables.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2011)<br /> **''Series:'' '''1'''<br /> **''Number:'' '''001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV04'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[Jet pack]], two rifles, 3-D glasses (Preview Pack)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of the first wave of the [[Cyberverse]] Commander class figures, this Optimus Prime is a roughly Scout-sized figure.He comes with a jetpack that can combine with both his truck and robot modes. The jetpack attaches via [[C joint]] clips, and the jetpack can transform in and out of a winged configuration when Optimus is in truck mode. Optimus himself features C joint bars for his smokestacks and trailer hitch, as well as bars on the top of his headache rack, while his hands and jetpack can hold/mount his rifles via C joint-related 3mm clips/holes.<br /> <br /> [[File:DOTM 3DPreview Cyberverse OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|150px|These glasses allow Optimus to see the aliens in his midst. Wait a minute..]]<br /> :Optimus was first released as a &quot;Limited Edition Preview&quot; in [[Calendar|March]] [[2011]], over two months before the full release of the ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' toyline on [[May 16]], 2011. He comes packaged with a pair of [[Wikipedia:Anaglyph image|Anaglyph]] 3-D glasses for use on the transformers.com website, but they cannot be used to view 3D movies in cinemas. <br /> <br /> :The figure also saw regular release, with no changes of the figure but lacks 3D glasses.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/CommanderOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyberverse Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|CyberverseActionSet}}<br /> [[File:DOTM CyberverseActionSet OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Perfect for fighting queen xenomorphs.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / Armored Weapons Platform''' (Cyberverse Action Set, 2011)<br /> **''Series:'' '''1'''<br /> **''Number:'' '''004'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV12'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Missile<br /> <br /> :This release is a redeco of the Cyberverse Commander Optimus Prime figure, with a lighter gradient paint job that lacks the flames, and with Optimus sporting a G1 insignia. Instead of his jetpack and guns, he comes with his trailer/[[Armored Weapons Platform#Cyberverse|Armored Weapons Platform]], which can transform into a base and exo-suit. The trailer itself features movie-style insignias.<br /> <br /> :Like the other Cyberverse Action sets, there is an included cardboard backdrop for display.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/AWPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Armored Weapons Platform Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BattleSteel}}<br /> [[File:DOTMCVComBattleSteelOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;WHAT'S THAT? WHAT DID YOU SAY? I CAN'T HEAR YOU WITH THESE MASSIVE CANNONS FIRING BESIDE MY HEAD!&quot;]]<br /> *'''Battle Steel Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2011)<br /> **''Series:'' '''1'''<br /> **''Number:'' '''008'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV20'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Dual Cannons, two Energy Swords<br /> <br /> :This release is ''another'' redeco of Cyberverse Optimus Prime, this time with a predominately navy scheme with black accents (which vaguely resembles his Generation 1 colors), and a pair of [[barrage cannon]]s that can be either held or mounted on his smokestacks, as well as a pair of [[Dual Energon Swords|handheld swords]]. He is compatible with all his previously released Cyberverse accessories, but not all at once.<br /> <br /> :The official [[stock photography|stock photo]] of the toy in its packaging featured its name as simply &quot;Optimus Prime&quot;, but the final version of the toy available at retail is named &quot;Battle Steel Optimus Prime&quot;. He is also mis-transformed in the [[stock photography|stock photo]] to the right: His legs haven't been extended.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/CommanderBSOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Steel Optimus Prime at TFU.info]<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Battleinthemoonlight}}<br /> [[File:DOTMBITMCVACOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Fighting evil by moonlight / winning love by daylight / never running from a real fight / He is the one named Sailor Prime.]]<br /> *'''Battle in the Moonlight''' (Cyberverse multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Missile<br /> <br /> :A [[Walmart]] exclusive set featuring a [[redeco]] of Optimus Prime in swapped red and blue with light gray and his Cyberverse [[Armored Weapons Platform#Battleinthemoonlight|Armored Weapons Platform]] in dark &quot;night sky&quot; themed colors and stickers.<br /> <br /> :The set also includes redecoes of [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#Battleinthemoonlight|Ratchet]] and [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Battleinthemoonlight|Crankcase]], as well as a large, badly photoshopped diorama featuring a photo of a daytime city with a night backdrop and a ruined Dodge Neon on the right side, complete with Dodge insignia.<br /> <br /> :The [[stock photography]] shows the trailer with an intentional defacement mark that does not appear on the retail release. Oops.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMCommanderOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle at the Moonlight Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Ultimategift}}<br /> [[File:DOTMUGCVCOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime in his early [[Units of time|cycle]]s. His interest in playing Autocops and Robbercons seemed so innocent back then...]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Gift Set''' (Cyberverse multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Jetpack, two rifles<br /> <br /> :A [[Walmart]] [[exclusive]] set featuring a [[redeco]] of the first Cyberverse Commander Optimus Prime figure, featuring moderately brighter colors and paint, while his jetpack and rifles are now black, with the jetpack's wings having silver flames. He also lacks the flame pattern on top of his hood, and features different flame patterns on the sides of the hood. <br /> <br /> :As with Battle Steel Optimus Prime, his legs haven't been extended in the stock photo. His Jetpack/rifle combo is also installed in the wrong way.<br /> <br /> :He comes in a 5-pack with redecos of [[Crowbar#Ultimategift|Crowbar]], [[Powerglide (DOTM)#Ultimategift|Powerglide]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Ultimategift|Bumblebee]], and [[Sideswipe (Movie)#Ultimategift|Sideswipe]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMUGSOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Ultimate Gift Set Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Deluxe Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|walmartdlx}}[[File:DOTM Optimus Deluxe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Blaster/Energon Battle Axe<br /> <br /> :Exclusive to [[Walmart]], this Deluxe Class Optimus Prime is an all-new mold, close in scale to Voyager Class [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|Megatron]]. He has a high range of motion, with ball jointed shoulders and hips, swivels at the neck, knees, and feet, and double swivels in the elbows. As a result of the transformation process, he can also rotate at the waist, though this is hindered considerably by his &quot;backpack&quot; [[kibble]]. This can be remedied by pointing the truck nose downward, as it is in the packaging. Optimus Prime also features the spring loaded &quot;Automorph&quot; feature in his head, if the truck kibble pushes the small grey switch from his back before splitting the chest into half.<br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime features a [[MechTech]] Blaster that can convert into an Energon Battle Axe reminiscent of the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Generation 1 character's]] [[Energon-axe|iconic weapon]], though the weapon cannot be locked in battle axe mode. There is also a pair of C joint rods on the underside of both forearms. His MechTech blaster can plug into the port on each of his arms or be held in either hand in robot mode, or plug into one of two holes on his truck roof/robot shoulders.<br /> <br /> :After step 5, the instructions did not mention that you should fold back the shoulder panels to form the sleeper part until the 11th step. Care must be taken while transforming the legs: the small peg located on the lower leg can be snapped off due to the peg being slightly thick to accommodate with the hole. Also, take note that Optimus Prime cannot wield 5mm weapons with longer posts, as the way that his pinky finger is molded prevents the post from pegging down through his hands. Also, take note that the legs' sculpted small rectangle peg (the one that locks the robot mode legs in place) is prone to warping if care is not taken during transformation.<br /> <br /> :The hand-painted prototype photos from both the packaging and the instructions shows that Prime had long smokestacks, but it was shortened for safety reasons in the final product.<br /> <br /> :His MechTech weapon was redecoed from [[Mudflap (ROTF)#Deluxe Class toys 3|Mudflap]]'s weapon. This figure is currently being sold in Universal theme parks in new packaging based on the ride. He is advertised as a Universal Studios Exclusive, despite having no visible changes from his original widespread release.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMDlxOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Dark of the Moon Deluxe Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:DOTMLunarfireOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yes, the only image we could get of this Wal-Mart exclusive is from a data book released in a country where the toy didn't even come out. Note: astronaut not included.]]<br /> {{anchor|Lunarfire}}<br /> *'''Lunarfire Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Cannon<br /> <br /> :This redeco of the aforementioned Deluxe Class Optimus Prime toy is also exclusive to Walmart, features gold flames and highlights, as well as more prominent blue areas. He comes packed with a red version of ''Dark of the Moon'' MechTech Voyager Class Optimus Prime's Ion Blaster/Cannon.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMLFOPtimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Dark of the Moon Lunarfire Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|MILKMagazineDOTM}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MILK Magazine exclusive Deluxe, 2011)<br /> *'''Optimus Prime (Black)''' (MILK Magazine exclusive Deluxe, 2011)<br /> <br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> {{Note|All Japanese releases of the toy (excluding prize figures) comes with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his MechTech weapon for the MechTech Wars online game.}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Voyager OptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77|Yeah, I'm compensating... for YO MOMMA.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Space Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2011]]-[[July 16|07-16]]<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA-17'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon<br /> <br /> :''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime is an all-new mold. He features heatshield details in his sculpting and translucent solar panels on various parts of his body, and huge gas tanks. Optimus himself is differently proportioned, having larger feet and a smaller torso and arms. He also features some [[Kibble#&quot;Faux-parts&quot;|faux-kibble/parts]]: His actual windshield chest is being covered by a sculpted panel featuring his characteristic deformed windshield-chest, and a pair of sculpted tires on his thighs. His pair of optics is designed to have a light-piping gimmick, but it was rendered useless since it was painted in smoke gray on top of the colorless transparent plastic.<br /> <br /> :He comes with a large [[MechTech]] Ion Blaster that can convert into a &quot;Battle Cannon&quot;. Like all of the MechTech Voyager class toys, this deployed form can lock into place. Specifically, the weapon must be pressed all the way in and rotated to lock it.<br /> <br /> :In Japan, he was released as &quot;Space Optimus Prime&quot;,<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information of ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|VoyagerTrailer}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Voyager OptimusPrime trailer.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Omae no kao o kure!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / MechTech Trailer''' (MechTech Voyager, [[May 14]], 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA03'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Energy Blade, MechTech trailer<br /> <br /> :This is a [[retool]] of the Optimus Prime featured above, removing the heatshield and solar panels, as well as replacing any rocket booster parts (such as his heels) and gas tanks with normal parts. His light-piping eyes is painted in transparent light blue.<br /> <br /> :He also has a new MechTech [[Ion blaster]] with a flip-out [[Dual Energon Swords|Energon Sword]], and like all Voyager Class MechTech weapons, it can lock into place by latching one of the lever to the body of the gun. <br /> <br /> :His MechTech [[Armored Weapons Platform#Voyager Class toys|trailer]] opens up much like Generation 1 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]]'s trailer (as well as being able to stand up to harken back to the Generation 1 [[Combat Deck (G1)|Combat Deck]]'s upright mode), includes storage for many MechTech weapons inside and out, and is able to transport up to two Deluxe class Autobots.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|OptimusComettor}}<br /> [[File:DOTMtoy-OptimusPrimeVoyagerwithComettor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''They don't want to hurt me&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Or my dad or my mom.&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''All they want to do is&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Take me to the prom.'']]<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' / '''Includes Deluxe Class Comettor''' (Multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Matrix of Leadership, 2 fuel tank gun assemblies, removable Battle Hooks<br /> <br /> :This [[Walmart]]-[[exclusive]] redeco and retool of the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]] [[#Voyager Class toys 3|&quot;Battle Blades&quot; Optimus Prime toy]] features the Japanese release's hooks (instead of swords), plus an all-new [[mouthplate]]-less, mouthed face. As part of the set's lunar theme, reflections of stars are painted across his vehicle mode sides and on his windshield, with a sharp reflection of [[Earth]]'s [[Moon (moon)|Moon]] in one of his windows. This time, his [[Matrix of Leadership]] is cast in orange plastic. <br /> <br /> :This exclusive has a peculiar and common error in that the arm hooks' hubs stick out farther than they should, causing a gap that runs down the middle of the cab's nose in vehicle mode. <br /> <br /> :Optimus comes with a &quot;bonus value&quot; Deluxe Class toy, [[Comettor (DOTM)|Comettor]]. The pair together cost a dollar less than a regular Voyager Class toy. It was also available at Galeria Kaufhof department stores in Germany, with Comettor ''not'' highlighted as a &quot;bonus&quot; figure.<br /> <br /> :In [[Australia]], this release was available at [[Kmart]] for a considerably lower price than a regular Voyager Class toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|DOTMVoyFireburst}}<br /> [[File:DOTM MechTechVoyager FireburstOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Give me your...&quot;&lt;br&gt;''[Deploys axe]''&lt;br&gt;&quot;'''SOUL!!'''&quot;]]<br /> *'''Fireburst Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA24'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Rifle/[[Cybertanium]] Battle Axe<br /> <br /> :Fireburst Optimus Prime is a redeco of the standard ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime, sporting a darker shade of blue and a &quot;burning&quot; color scheme that includes replacing all translucent blue parts with translucent orange. Because of this, his light-piping eyes were neutered by opaque light blue paint.<br /> <br /> :He comes with a MechTech rifle converts into a large battle axe, and can be locked in by pulling the lever all the way in and tilting it into a gap to the left. The rifle has a separate flip-out handle, while the axe uses the rifle's long barrel as the handle, meaning that Optimus can grip the axe with both of his hands. This weapon was also retooled in a running change, adding a stop to the handle instead of relying solely on the gear system to prevent the locking assembly from flying off into parts unknown.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/FireburstOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Fireburst Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|TritaniumPrime}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Voyager LuckyDraw TritaniumOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Tritanium Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Energy Blade, MechTech trailer<br /> <br /> :This gold [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] version of Voyager Class ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime (with [[Armored Weapons Platform#TritaniumPrime|trailer]]) is a prize in [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] campaign. To qualify for winning this toy, one needed to have entered all three ''Dark of the Moon'' campaigns (beginning on [[May 14]], 2011). This toy is limited to 100 pieces.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|CyberArmour}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs. Shockwave''' (MechTech Voyager-Class two-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon<br /> <br /> : This [[Costco]]-[[exclusive]] two-pack contains an unchanged ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime alongside [[Shockwave (Movie)#CyberArmour|a unique redeco of Voyager-Class Shockwave]]. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|StreetsideBotBrawl}}<br /> [[File:DOTMVoyOptimusStreetsideBotBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Streetside Bot Brawl''' (Multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Cybertronian Cannon A, Cybertronian Cannon B <br /> <br /> :Part of the [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]]-exclusive &quot;Streetside Bot Brawl&quot; three-pack, this is a battle-damaged redeco of the initial ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime toy. Unlike the other figures in this set, Optimus received a different set of MechTech weapons from his standard release: he was given redecos of [[Laserbeak (DOTM)#Dark of the Moon|Laserbeak's]] cannons. <br /> <br /> :He was sold with a grey and purple redeco of ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager-Class [[Shockwave (Movie)#StreetsideBotBrawl|Shockwave]] and a battle-damaged redeco of ''Dark of the Moon'' Deluxe-Class [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#StreetsideBotBrawl|Bumblebee]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUSBBOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Streetside Bot Brawl Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|UniversalEdition}}<br /> [[File:Cybertron-Con-2012-Voyager-OP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Don't mind me, just pelvic thrusting over here.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime with Mechtech Trailer Special Edition/Optimus Prime Universal Studios Edition''' (Cybertron Con 2012 exclusive, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Energy Blade, MechTech trailer<br /> <br /> :Available as a [[Cybertron Con 2012]] exclusive, this Optimus Prime is a redeco of the Takara Tomy retool of the Voyager Class figure. While the individual Optimus figure shares the same paint operations, his trailer was decorated with a Universal Studios &amp; Transformers: The Ride logo patterns.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|StrikerOptimus}}[[File:DOTMSupremeStrikerOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mobile Armored Strike Kommander.]]<br /> *'''Striker Optimus''' (MechTech Leader, [[November 17]] 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA28'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Eliminator Gun &amp; Assault Blaster (forms Mega Striker), shield/battle shield<br /> <br /> : Labeled as a &quot;[[Triple Changer]]&quot;, Striker Optimus is a redeco and retool of ''Dark of the Moon'' Supreme Class Jetwing Optimus Prime, with new weapons. The base figure has most of the same mold changes as Jetwing Optimus Prime (see below), but has been altered further; in particular, the transforming smokestacks and fuel tanks/ion blaster parts have been replaced with retooled regular tanks that now function as mounts for the new accessories. The colors on the toy are darker than Jetwing Optimus, with a different flame deco that extends farther along the sides of the toy. Additionally, two new 5mm holes have been added to the gray hinge behind the cab in order to accommodate the [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|Toys R Us Japan]]-exclusive battle blade accessories. The &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot; saying of Buster Optimus Prime has also been replaced with the &quot;We must stop the Decepticons!&quot; saying of 2010 ''Transformers'' Optimus Prime, although batteries are not included. <br /> <br /> :He comes with a shield with a fold-out handle, allowing Optimus to hold onto it with either hand in robot mode. It has a simple transformation gimmick for vehicle mode which is activated by pressing a button at the top of the shield, causing the sides to spring outwards. In vehicle mode, the shield can be laid flat across the bed of the truck, attaching via a post on the back onto the truck’s trailer hitch. Alternatively, the bumpers on the shield can be rotated outwards, and the front can be bent down in order to form a new front end and hood for &quot;battle vehicle mode&quot;, resembling the [[Stealth Force]] vehicle modes seen in ''Dark of the Moon''.<br /> <br /> :The figure also comes with two gun accessories, the &quot;Eliminator Gun&quot; and &quot;Assault Blaster&quot;, which combine into the &quot;Mega Striker&quot;, a rifle that closely resembles the one used in ''Dark of the Moon''. The separate guns also have a MechTech-style transformation, and pulling a lever transforms them into alternate crossbow-like shapes. In &quot;battle vehicle mode&quot;, the sides of the truck are rotated up, and the guns can be attached by small pegs to holes in the modified smokestacks, or they can plugged into any of the standard connection points with their [[5mm post]]s... except the ones on the hinge behind the cab, since those are supposed to be for his Energon battle blades.<br /> <br /> :As with all Japanese ''Dark of the Moon'' releases, this set comes packed with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his new rifle in its combined mode for the MechTech Wars online game.<br /> <br /> :Due to the remolding of the smokestacks, Striker Optimus cannot use the Jetwing pack in robot mode. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|DOTMJetfireBuster}}<br /> [[File:TakaraTomy-Jetpower-Optimus-Prime-2-pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into [[Ion blaster]]<br /> <br /> :A re-release of the [[#JetfireBuster|Jetpower Optimus Prime two-pack]], this time in ''Dark of the Moon''-branded packaging. <br /> <br /> {{anchor|DOTMJetfireBuster}}<br /> [[File:Rotf_vs_dotm_jet_power_buster_optimus_prime_blaster_paint_apps.jpg|left|upriught=1.4|thumb|left|ROTF Buster/Jetpower silver painted barrel vs. DOTM Jetpower unpainted grey plastic barrel.]]<br /> <br /> The DOTM packaging release of this 2-pack features an altered paint application on Optimus Prime's ion blaster/barrage cannon. On the original ROTF packaging release, the slide-out barrel on Prime's blaster is painted silver with a black paint spray app to simulate usage of the weapon, and the exposed inside wall of the gas tank at the top of the blaster is left as unpainted grey plastic (exactly like the blaster on the original single-boxed ROTF Buster Optimus Prime). After receiving numerous reports from customers that the silver paint on the slide-out barrel was easily scraped off by merely transforming it from gas tank to blaster, Takara-Tomy briefly stated in an interview that they had addressed the issue for the Dark of the Moon packaged version by swapping the placement of the silver paint application. Thus, the Dark of the Moon packaged version now features the slide-out barrel on Prime's blaster as unpainted grey plastic with an unchanged black paint spray app to simulate usage of the weapon, and the exposed inside wall of the gas tank at the top of the blaster is now painted silver.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|DOTMMovie2Pack}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime versus Megatron''' (Leader 2-pack, 2012)<br /> :A re-release of the ''Movie'' Leader Class toy, Optimus Prime comes in a Taiwanese-exclusive two-pack alongside the ''Movie'' Leader Class [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#DOTMMovie2Pack|Megatron]] toy.<br /> <br /> ===Supreme Class toys===<br /> [[File:DOTM MechTech JetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Insert [[John DiMaggio|Aquaman's]] rousing song of heroism right here.]]<br /> *'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, Australia: [[June 11]], Japan: [[June 18]]-[[June 19|19]] 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA15'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :Jetwing Optimus Prime is a retool of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader class Buster Optimus Prime, with an accompanying large jet pack and massive dual Gatling Cannons. The base Optimus Prime figure has several modifications including: a new stomach area and elbow flares to reflect the changes to Optimus Prime's CG model in ''Dark of the Moon'', modified lower arms to incorporate MechTech ports and clips for the cannons, and a retooled area under his back so the jet pack can fit on more securely. The dual energon blades mounted on his arms have been removed. The toy retains Buster Optimus Prime's electronics, but batteries are not included. <br /> <br /> :The Jetwing jet pack attaches onto Optimus Prime via a part that hooks onto one of the hinges behind his neck, and a spring-loaded clamp that latches onto a recessed area under Optimus' back. The fuel tanks that form Optimus' Ion Blaster must be removed for this mode, and they can be stored inside the engines for the jet pack. The Jetwing can be used on previous Leader Optimus Primes from ''Revenge of the Fallen'' onwards, but due to the lack modifications seen in Jetwing Optimus Prime, the combination isn't as stable. The jet pack features four MechTech ports on the main wing articulation points, and two [[C joint]] mounting points on each wing. The Gatling Cannons both feature two MechTech ports and 2 C joint mounts on either side of each cannon. <br /> <br /> :The design of the Jetwing jet pack and its cannons were based upon earlier concept art for Optimus Prime's flight tech for ''Dark of the Moon'', and as such are not accurate to how his equipment appears in the movie itself.<br /> <br /> :As with all Japanese ''Dark of the Moon'' releases, this set comes packed with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his MechTech weapon for the MechTech Wars online game.<br /> <br /> :Jetwing Optimus Prime was available for early purchase in Japan at the International Tokyo Toy Show 2011 (held at Tokyo Bic Sight) on [[June 18]] to [[June 19|19]], shortly before its wide release in July.<br /> <br /> :However, the toy was available in [[Australia]] a week before the Tokyo Toy Show, packaged in translated English packaging and instructions by Tomy Asia.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|JetwingBlack}}<br /> [[File:BlackJetwingOptimusPrimeJapan.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version was to have been a Japanese raffle prize exclusive to Circle K&lt;ref&gt;http://tyouhen2.seesaa.net/article/194776966.html&lt;/ref&gt; stores, along the lines of the clear ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Optimus Prime (see above). No official information about it or the other raffle prizes ever appeared after the initial images surfaced.<br /> <br /> {{canceledtoy}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|DarkNightwatchJetwing}}<br /> [[File:DOTMDarkNightwatchJetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Despite his [[Scourge (RID)#Notes|color]], we can assure you this one is not a bad guy.]]<br /> *'''JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver.''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver. is a black, teal, and [[Vacuum metallizing|chrome]] redeco of Jetwing Optimus Prime exclusive to the Asian market. He appears to have been based on the cancelled TakaraTomy contest prize Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version (see above), with a few color alterations here and there, plus the obvious addition of chrome. It was originally solicited by online retailers as the far goofier-sounding &quot;Dark Nightwatch Jetwing Optimus Prime&quot;.<br /> <br /> :It comes in packaging identical to TakaraTomy's Jetwing Optimus Prime figure, with the exception of an additional sticker on the front denoting the toy's name.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|AmazonJetwing}}<br /> [[File:DOTMtoy-JetwingOptimusPrimeAmazon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''Violently'' shoots rainbow-colored Nerf darts when fired.]]<br /> *'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :This redeco of Jetwing Optimus Prime is a North American [[Amazon (website)|Amazon.com]] and 2013 [[Black Friday (event)|Black Friday]] [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive. Among other deco changes, he features Generation 1-style trailer stripes on his Jetwing jet pack, Movie-style flame color gradient on his Gatling Cannons, and [[AllSpark Power]] blue paint on the mechanical detailing.<br /> <br /> :The box seems to have been created rather hastily from the Japanese original. It is roughly identical to the Tomy release, but with the Japanese text edited out... mostly. Random Japanese text remains floating in space on the top of the back panel and underneath the &quot;Jetwing Optimus Prime&quot; name on the front. Curiously, the left flap has been rewritten to eliminate mention of [[NEST]] and the jetpack's ability to detach, while the right flap has been (badly) edited to remove all mentions of [[MechTech]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Ultimate===<br /> {{anchor|UltimatePrime}}<br /> [[File:DOTM UltimateOptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Truck forearms of '''DOOM'''!]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Ultimate, 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA32'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Omega Combat Armor, MechTech Ultimax Super Cannon<br /> <br /> :Billed on his packaging as &quot;BIGGEST Optimus Prime Toy!&quot;, Ultimate Optimus Prime consists of an articulated tractor-trailer. The cab can transform into a &quot;normal&quot; Optimus Prime on its own, roughly equivalent to a Voyager in size and complexity, though with a lower degree of screen-accuracy than most large Optimus toys. Prime has 5mm fist holes, as well as additional 5mm ports on his front wheel wells and both sets of external fuel tanks. Four of these remain available in robot mode. The trailer has twelve more 5mm ports. Despite this, the toy comes with no weapons scaled such that the cab-only robot can usefully wield them.<br /> <br /> :The real selling point of the toy, however, is the colossal Omega Combat Armor. [[Armored Weapons Platform#Ultimate|Optimus' trailer]] transforms into nearly two feet of limb extensions, armor, and wings. The armor remains completely integrated (except for the Ultimax Super Cannon) during transformation, with no [[Partformer|partsforming]], although this renders the final power-up robot mode somewhat limited in articulation, having no leg articulation whatsoever aside from swinging the hips out slightly and twisting at the ankles for maximum stability. The armor adds six more 5mm ports of dubious utility around the feet, retains the four from the cab robot and the eight from the trailer (on the backs of the wings), and has his own pair of 5mm fist holes. In trailer mode, it can support itself using folding blue landing gear, although the attached ball-jointed struts make it somewhat less than realistic. <br /> <br /> :The centerpiece of the power-up robot mode is Prime's gigantic Ultimax Super Cannon, an electronic light-and-sound weapon the size and mass of a Deluxe figure. The whole cannon attaches to a special socket slightly behind Prime's shoulders, can store on the back or flip over to be gripped in both fists in armor mode, or stored upside-down underneath the trailer in truck mode. When pointed forward, the cannon has a larger helmet styled after Prime's own with a large translucent face shield featuring a painted targeting system. The weapon has three electronic modes: each of two small buttons plays its own weapon-firing noise and flashes one set of lights, while the large pull-switch in the cannon's center plays the sounds of a powerful barrage, flashing both sets of lights and (every third time) finishing off with the declaration &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot;. The Ultimax Super Cannon also has two of its own 5mm ports for even more MechTech firepower. When mounted on his back, the Cannon has two hook-like sections that securely lock into the &quot;backpack&quot;, allowing the Ultimax weapon to serve as a handle for Optimus' imaginary &quot;flight&quot; operations.<br /> <br /> :Although the trailer is made exclusively for the cab with which it comes, it is scaled much more closely to and can be pulled by Optimus Prime's ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader class iteration.<br /> <br /> :In Japan, Ultimate Optimus Prime comes with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his MechTech weapon for the MechTech Wars online game.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/UltimateOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Ultimate Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|SDCCUltimatePrime}}<br /> [[File:SDCCUltimateOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Ultimate, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Omega Combat Armor, MechTech Ultimax Super Cannon<br /> <br /> :Available exclusively at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] and their booth at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, this version of Ultimate Optimus Prime is presented in vehicle mode, packaged into a large, foil-embossed bubble packaging (similar to late ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' packaging) styled after Optimus Prime's trailer, with an additional foil-embossed sleeve styled after the hood of Optimus Prime's truck. Exclusive to this release is a set of stickers one can apply to [[Armored Weapons Platform#SDCCUltimatePrime|the trailer]]. The toy itself is otherwise identical to the regular retail release.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded|Stickers}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|YOTDPrime}}<br /> [[File:DOTMtoy-UltimateOptimusPrimeYOTD.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Oh, there's ''going'' to be fireworks...]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Ultimate, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Omega Combat Armor, MechTech Ultimax Super Cannon<br /> <br /> :This is a redeco of Ultimate Optimus Prime. While Prime himself only features a red grill, the [[Armored Weapons Platform#YOTDPrime|trailer]] has been extensively redecoed, with an ornate golden Chinese dragon being painted on the trailer panels, and the various gray parts of the trailer panels, armor, and cannon being replaced by blue, red, gold, and burgundy. The toy was released as a &quot;[[Wikipedia:Dragon (zodiac)|Year of the Dragon]]&quot; Special Edition in [[2012]], since the Chinese Zodiac sign for that year is the Dragon.<br /> <br /> :This toy was later made available in North America as an Amazon.com exclusive.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/YOTDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Year of the Dragon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Robo Power===<br /> ====Activators====<br /> {{anchor|DOTMActivators}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Activators OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)<br /> :As with other Dark of the Moon Activators toys, this Optimus Prime (released under the [[Robo Power]] subline) is a very simple one-step transformation toy. You simply slam him down on the big blue button on the back end of his truck mode and he transforms thanks to spring-loaded mechanisms. To transform him back, just slam him down again on the same blue button. <br /> <br /> :Shockingly, he actually has arm articulation! Swivels at his shoulders allow you to rotate his arms 360 degrees! Go little Prime! Unfortunately, because his big blue button sits right under his feet, his robot mode is a little unstable when it comes to standing.<br /> <br /> :Prime was packaged in vehicle mode on an open, bubble-less card and tied down with twist-ties around the body of his truck form so that he couldn't be transformed in package.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Bash Bots====<br /> [[File:TF-DOTM-Bash-Bots-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Autobot.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Vs Starscream''' (2011)<br /> <br /> :''Bash Bots'' Optimus Prime is a small, rock-em-sock-em-styled toy that transforms from a super-deformed truck into a robot by pulling or pushing the lever below it's built-in stand. He &amp; his stand can connect with any Bash Bots to fight with, especially the included Starscream (instead of his nemesis Megatron).<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Go-Bots====<br /> [[File:DOTMGoBotsOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|woobwoobwoobwoobwoob]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)<br /> :[[Robo Power#Go-Bots|Go-Bot]]s Optimus Prime is built around the same pull-back and auto-transform mechanisms as all the ''Dark of the Moon'' Go-Bots toys. Prime's pull-back motor can be used in either robot or vehicle mode.<br /> <br /> :In robot mode, the motor gimmick really comes to the fore—his head, shoulders, and legs move in time with his forward movement. His legs pump up and down, his shoulders pump up and down, and his head rocks side-to-side. This gives the toy the illusion that it's running, rather than just rolling.<br /> <br /> :The other gimmick for Prime is his auto-transform gimmick. From truck mode, push him down on his back bumper and his bonnet automatically folds back and his arms automatically pop out. He needs to be transformed back manually.<br /> <br /> :In robot mode, Go-Bots Optimus Prime has a limited swivel joint for head articulation, and while he has other movable joints, all of them are spring-loaded and unable to hold a pose.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Asia Premium Series==<br /> [[File:APStoy-APS01StrikerOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I even cost the same as [[#Leader Class toys 4|the other guy]]. It pays to wait, doesn't it?]]<br /> *'''Striker Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Leader, [[November 6|11-06]]-12)<br /> **''Asia ID number:'' '''APS01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Eliminator Gun &amp; Assault Blaster (forms Mega Striker), shield/battle shield, two battle blades<br /> <br /> :The first release in the Asian-exclusive ''[[Asia Premium Series]]'' toyline is an extensive redeco of the previously-Japanese exclusive [[#Leader Class toys 4|Striker Optimus]]. He features a comprehensive paint scheme directly based on [[#JetfireBuster|Jetpower Optimus Prime]], with blue pinstriped flames, lots of silver paint, and [[vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] parts, although his hands are left unpainted in favor of painting his mirrors silver. Along with his standard accessories, he also comes with 2 battle blades, which were previously exclusive to Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Japan. He features the &quot;We must stop the Decepticons!&quot; voice chip, but batteries are not included. Rather helpfully, his instructions are supplemented with text instructions written in English for all the steps, as well as the additional photographs used for the previous Striker Optimus toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> [[File:TF-Asia-Premium-Series-APS-01U-Ultimate-Edition-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|and the fandom rejo-where's the faceplate?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate Edition, 2015)<br /> **''Asia ID number:'' '''APS-01U'''<br /> **Accessories: Eliminator Gun &amp; Assault Blaster (forms Mega Striker), shield/battle shield, Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B, Knuckle, 2 Battle Blades, 2 Battle Hooks<br /> <br /> :[[Asia Premium Series]] Optimus Prime Ultimate Edition is an extensive screen-accurate redeco of Jetwing Optimus Prime (with a maskless head from Buster Optimus Prime), this figure features '''loads''' of accessories from the Striker &amp; Jetwing figures, and includes brand-new knuckle and battle hooks based on the HFTD Optimus', which can be installed in either hand. The figure lacks the chrome of previous releases, instead opting for silver paint. The pin-striping is also absent, but he does have painted pupils. The figure also features 2-2-1 articulated fingers, which the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 2|first Leader Class]] did not have due to budget cuts. The ion cannon included lacks the black paint application, leaving it completely silver. When purchased from select retailers, this toy will also include a shiny metal number plate and a bonus mini [[AllSpark]] cube accessory. His instructions depict a weaponised mode which has some clearance issues, as his Gatling guns are shown attached to the jetwing, which pushes against his arms. His Eliminator Gun and Assault Blaster cannot tab into the Gatling gun tightly either.<br /> <br /> :Mold degradation is evident in this release, as the bumper of the vehicle mode is notably bent.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Chronicle==<br /> [[File:EZCollectionChronicleOptimusPrimeToy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Wait, you bought the Victory of the Fallen set already? how about a [[A Prime Problem|race]] with your set's Prime?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection, 2011)<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' EZ Collection Optimus Prime is a redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' [[Legends Class]] Optimus Prime toy, which color scheme is ''the same'' as (or probably a re-release of) his Victory of The Fallen 5-pack toy. Like other ''Chronicle'' Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Chronicle2Pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-Chronicle-CH01-Movie-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|He decided to take that weapon since [[Jolt_(ROTF)#IDW_movie_comics|Jolt's absence]].]]<br /> *'''G1 Optimus Prime &amp; Movie Optimus Prime''' (multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''CH01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[MechTech]] Blaster/Hand Cannon, trailer<br /> <br /> :''Chronicle'' &quot;Movie Optimus Prime&quot; is an e-Hobby exclusive redeco of the Deluxe-Class ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime figure, and comes in a two-pack with a reissue of the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#G1MoviePrime|Optimus Prime figure]]. Instead of the blaster/axe MechTech weapon the original release of the figure came with, Prime is armed with a redeco of ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Jolt (ROTF)#Dark of the Moon|Jolt]]'s Blaster/Hand Cannon weapon. <br /> <br /> :The set comes with a deluxe-scaled version of Prime's ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Armored Weapons Platform#Chronicle|trailer]], which is compatible with both figures, and sports [[5mm post]]-holes that will hold (among many other things) G1 Prime's laser rifle and the [[MechTech]] weapon Movie Prime is armed with. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Kre-O==<br /> {{anchor|542pc}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy Optimus542pc.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Nigh-infinite configuration possibilities, and somehow a WORSE base mode than pretty much every other Optimus's trailer-bases. Wow.]]<br /> * '''Optimus Prime''' (2011) <br /> **''Set number'': '''30689'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''542'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Optimus Prime, Bluestreak, Skywarp, two Stunt Drivers<br /> **''Accessories'': Optimus rifle, weapons sprue (sniper rifle, pistol, submachinegun, handcuffs, radio, ammo box), large tool sprue (shovel, hammer, electric drill, clamp), small tool sprue (socket wrench, screwdriver, wrench, hatchet), 2 traffic cones<br /> <br /> : Naturally, Optimus Prime got the biggest of the sets in the first year of ''Kre-O''. The set can be built into a large long-nose tractor-trailer rig with a removable &quot;sleeper&quot; cab that hides a computer station, and a trailer that can carry the set's two motorcycles or open up to carry larger car builds. The robot mode build includes a huge Optimus, based largely on the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|live-action movie Optimus]], though with a head based almost directly on the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Classics|''Classics'' Voyager Optimus]]. He is armed with a distressingly plain brick that fires pressure-launched missiles (aka his smokestacks). Most of the leftover parts in robot mode become a &quot;headquarters&quot; which is mostly just a random assemblage of mismatched-color panels and a pair of barricades. Both main builds leave numerous parts unused if you go expressly by the instructions, but hey, it's a building kit, surely you can find ''someplace'' to apply most of them.<br /> <br /> : The set comes with a bevy of [[Kreon]]s, including Optimus Prime (this one based heavily on [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Generation 1 Optimus]]), [[Bluestreak (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Bluestreak]], [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Skywarp]], and a pair of human [[Stunt Driver]]s. A packaging error resulted in some releases of this set to come with the promotional &quot;Matrix chest&quot; Optimus (see above) rather than the normal version pictured here.<br /> <br /> :Speaking of errors, the instruction manuals (he has two) both have errors in their parts listings, showing numerous pieces in the wrong colors or not making it clear that some parts are, well, clear. Making things more confusing, not all of these miscolors are reflected in the step-by-step instructions, while a couple new ones are added there.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{note|Unless otherwise noted, the following ''Age of Extinction Kre-O'' sets were available [[exclusive]]ly at [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] stores in the US.}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CellBlockBreakout}}<br /> [[File:Kreo-Toy AoE Kreon Optimus evasion.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Shotgun optional.]]<br /> *'''Cell Block Breakout''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A6951'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''135'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Evasion mode Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#CellBlockBreakout|Bumblebee]], [[Vehicon (Kre-O)#AgeOfExinction|Vehicon]]<br /> <br /> :The Optimus Prime Kreon in this set is based on the character's rusty, crusty &quot;evasion mode&quot; from the ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'' movie. He has a ferrous-metal backpack, which is used to interact with the magnetic parts in the various sets. In this specific set's case, it's so he can be grabbed by the buildable [[Strafe (AOE)#Kre-O|Strafe]]'s dino-claws, once Strafe uses said claws to open up the &quot;laser&quot; cage made to contain Optimus. (Yeah, we know Strafe appears way after Optimus ditched this look in the movie.)<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GrimlockStreetAttack}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy AoE Kreon Optimus gold.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.1|]]<br /> *'''Grimlock Street Attack''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A6955'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''196'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Gold Knight Optimus Prime, Vehicon x2<br /> **''Accessories'': Buildable spear<br /> <br /> : &quot;Gold Knight Optimus Prime&quot; is based on the character's less-screen-accurate-and-toy-only gold knight design, carrying a built-up long spear with which to prod on the huge buildable [[Grimlock (AOE)#Kre-O|Grimlock]] t-rex.<br /> <br /> :Some promo photos show Optimus with a [[tamopgraph]] on the mouthplate, but the final version is blank.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/Kre-OGSAOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Grimlock Street Attack Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GalvatronFactoryBattle}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy AoE Kreon Optimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> *'''Galvatron Factory Battle''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A6952'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''388'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#GalvatronFactoryBattle|Bumblebee]], Vehicon, [[Dr. Littleman#Kre-O|Dr. Littleman]], 2 KSI workers.<br /> **''Accessories'': Optimus rifle<br /> <br /> :The Optimus Prime Kreon in this set is based on the character's design from the Age of Extinction movie. This set also includes a buildable Dinobot beast and a [[Galvatron (AOE)|Galvatron]] super-robot.<br /> <br /> :The stock photos shows that his mouthplate was unpainted.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|OptimusPrimeDinoHauler}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Dino Hauler''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A7796'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''275'''<br /> **''Kreons'': [[Ratchet (Kre-O)|Ratchet]], Vehicon x2, human [[Kade Yeager|Autobot Driver]].<br /> <br /> : No Kreon this time! The centerpiece of the &quot;[[Optimus Prime Dino Hauler]]&quot; set is a buildable vehicle mode Optimus Prime with a cage-like trailer, designed to carry the Dinobot beast [[Snarl (Kre-O)|Snarl]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CustomAOE}}<br /> [[File:Kre-O-Custom-Kreon-AOE-Optimus-Prime.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Axes and guns but no sword.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A7836'''<br /> **''Collection'': '''Collection 1'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''30'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Rack, blaster, battle-axe, smokestack backpack, wing-pack, extra body parts<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Age of Extinction'' Custom Kreons, this Optimus comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. His &quot;normal&quot; helmet and blaster are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens) plus a spare hand, as well as a buildable battle-axe, a buildable smokestack-pack, and an extra [[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Wheeljack]]-style wing-pack.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GrimlockUnleashed}}<br /> [[File:Kre-o-grimlock-unleashed-optimus-prime-kreon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Grimlock Unleashed''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A8600'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''333'''<br /> **''Kreons'': [[Grimlock (AOE)#Kre-O|Grimlock]], Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Movie)#Grimlock Unleashed|Bumblebee]], [[Galvatron (AOE)#Grimlock Unleashed|Galvatron]], [[Lockdown (ROTF)#Grimlock_Unleashed|Lockdown]]<br /> **''Accessories'': Optimus rifle<br /> <br /> :This Kreon of Optimus Prime is very, very similar to both the &quot;[[Galvatron Factory Battle]]&quot; and the &quot;[[Decepticon Replicator]]&quot; Optimus Kreons. This one however has silver hands, a light smirk under his facemask, and lacks the clip-on smokestacks.<br /> <br /> :This set popped up at ToysЯUs a few short weeks after the initial product without any advance warning... and retailed for a mere $25, despite the size of the set.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DinobotRide}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy OptimusPrimeDinobotRide.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|Optimus Minor?]]<br /> *'''Dinobot Ride''' (2014)<br /> **''Pieces'': '''46'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Optimus Prime<br /> **''Accessories'': Stand-brick, robot sword<br /> <br /> : This version of Optimus uses the micro-Kreon build introduced in the ''Kre-O Cityville Invasion'' sets. He comes with a mini-build of dino-mode [[Grimlock (Kre-O)#DinobotRide|Grimlock]] as part of a small bagged kit.<br /> <br /> : This set was only available on [[June 28]] as part of a special promotion at ToysЯUs, given away free from noon to 2pm (roughly) as part of an in-store building event that coincided with the opening weekend of ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'' and the final day of a buy-one-get-one-half-off sale on all ''Transformers'' product.<br /> <br /> : The building set also comes with a poster with a preview of all Kre-O Transformers products released in 2014.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DecepticonReplicator}}<br /> [[File:Kre-O-Decepticon-Replicator-Optimus-Prime-Kreon.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Replicator''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A8601'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Bumblebee, [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Kre-O|Nemesis Prime]], Optimus Prime, &quot;Scientist&quot;, [[Stinger (AOE)#Kre-O|Stinger]]<br /> **''Accessories'' Optimus rifle<br /> <br /> :This iteration of Optimus is incredibly similar to the &quot;[[Grimlock Unleashed]]&quot; and &quot;[[Galvatron Factory Battle]]&quot; Optimusses. In fact, the ''only'' difference between this Kreon and the Factory Battle Optimus is the face: this one has a closed-mouth frown and blue eyebrows.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SilverKnight}}<br /> [[File:Kre-o-silver-knight-autobots-optimus-prime.jpg|150px|right|thumb]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Autobots''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A8602'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Drift, Optimus Prime, Hound, Crosshairs, Bumblebee.<br /> **''Accessories'': Spear<br /> <br /> :A five-pack of Kreons representing the main Autobots of the [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]] movie. He also comes with a dual-bladed spear, and since he only uses the sword in the movie, You can actually swap his spear with Bumblebee's claymore.<br /> <br /> :This set was made available at the &quot;[[Transformers Exhibition]]&quot; event in Taipei, Taiwan from [[June 27]] to [[July 6]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Universal4pack}}<br /> *'''Kreon 4-Pack''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A9370'''<br /> **''Kreons'': [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Universal4pack|Bumblebee]], [[Evac (Ride)#Kre-O|Evac]], [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Kre-O|Megatron]], Optimus Prime<br /> <br /> :Available only in the [[Transformers: Universal Studios|Universal Studios]] theme park [[exclusive]] box set of Kreons, this version of &quot;movie&quot; Optimus is based on his ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)| Revenge of the Fallen]]'' incarnation, as that's how he appears in &quot;[[Transformers: The Ride – 3D]]&quot; and as a mascot character on the park grounds.<br /> <br /> : In 2015, a new run of the set was produced, this time using the revamped-from-the-head-down 2015-style Kreon bodies. Optimus's [[tampograph]]s are slightly sharper, with thinner black outlines, but are otherwise unchanged. <br /> <br /> : Where the other park-exclusive ''Transformers'' toys can be purchased through Universal's online store, the Kreon 4-Pack is ''only'' available at the park proper at the time of this writing. So uh, good luck.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MovieGiftSet}}<br /> * '''Transformers: Age of Extinction Blu-ray and KRE-O pack''' (2014)<br /> <br /> :Available for the Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive Blu-Ray + DVD release of the ''Transformers: Age of Extinction'', this Optimus Prime Kreon is based on the &quot;knight armor&quot; version of Optimus from late in the movie.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MiniConCombiner}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Mini-Con Combiners, unreleased)<br /> **''Accessories'': Bazooka, phaser, Uzi, scoped pistol, Klingon blaster<br /> <br /> :&quot;Mini-Con Combiner&quot;' Optimus comes with one standard Kreon and four ''Cityville''-syle mini-Kreons of the same character, each one a different incarnation from various franchises. With some extra parts, the mini-Kreons become limbs to make a larger combiner-bot.<br /> <br /> : One of the Mini-Con limb-bots (Soundwave helmet) is based on the original movie version of Optimus. The main torso-bot is based on Generation 1 Optimus's original body. Two of his limbs are based on ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)| Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]; one &quot;normal&quot; (Inferno helmet), one pre-[[Earth]]-body (Knock Out helmet). And the remaining one (Ironhide helmet)... actually looks to be based on the Optimus-like-but-not-Optimus [[Micromaster]] [[Overload (G1)|Overload]]! The heck?<br /> <br /> : Unfortunately, the Mini-Con Combiners apparently never saw release anywhere.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Movie Trilogy Series==<br /> [[File:MovieTrilogyOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[Armored Weapons Platform#Movie Trilogy Series|Trailer]]<br /> <br /> :Another redeco of Deluxe-Class ''Dark of the Moon'' Prime, this release uses a darker grey, a less magenta-y red, and less gold on the front end. Included is the trailer originally available with the ''Chronicle'' release. The trailer holds up to seven MechTech or similar 5mm peg accessories. Four holes are located on the top-front end of the trailer, with another three inside. The door also folds down to become a ramp, and the inside of the trailer is big enough for several Legion or Commander Cyberverse toys, or one smaller-end Deluxe figure. Two [[C joint]] bars also run along the bottom of both sides.<br /> <br /> :Unlike both the Walmart exclusive Deluxe figure and the Japanese release, no weapon accessories are included.<br /> <br /> :Amusingly, the packaging still showcases 3 canceled Movie Trilogy Series Deluxe class toys.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==EZ Collection Gum==<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection Gum)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of the blindpacked ''EZ Collection Gum'' series, this Optimus Prime is basically a clean version of the &quot;battle damaged&quot; figure seen in the second wave of the EZ Collection set.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Age of Extinction==<br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2014)===<br /> {{anchor|Smash&amp;Change}}<br /> [[File:Smash-and-Change-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I'm a little teapot short and stout. Here is my handle, here is... okay, maybe not.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Smash and Change, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[Sword of Judgment]]<br /> <br /> :Smash &amp; Change Optimus Prime is a simple figure that transforms by &quot;smashing&quot; the rear end of the truck/the robot's feet into the ground. He features only elbow articulation in robot mode, and includes a sword accessory that can be held in his hand or mounted on the side of his truck mode. The handle on the rear of his truck mode is molded to emulate his Vector Shield.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SKSmash&amp;Change}}<br /> [[File:AoE smash and change Silver Knight Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (Smash and Change, 2014)\<br /> **'''28 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment<br /> :A Target-exclusive redeco of the Smash &amp; Change Optimus Prime toy featuring silver plastic &amp; painted parts.<br /> <br /> :Smash &amp; Change Silver Knight Optimus Prime also shares the same ''Thrilling 30'' number as ''Platinum Edition'' Silver Knight Optimus Prime below.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|OneStep}}<br /> [[File:AoE 1-step Optimus Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (One Step Changers, 2014)<br /> <br /> :Similar to the ''[[Activators]]'' toyline, One-Step Changer Optimus Prime features a spring-loaded transformation. He features swivel articulation in the head and both arms. He shares a similar (not identical) transformation with his fellow One-Step changer, Hound. Also, due to his transformation scheme, his shoulders can be pushed forward (the arms is pushed on the same time), which also allows him to wield a close ranged weapons with longer handles with both hands.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/OSCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on One-Step Changer Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SKOneStep}}<br /> [[File:TF-AOE-1-Step-Changer-Silver-Knight-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Transformers: Age of Extinction Collection''' (One-Step Changer six-pack, 2014)<br /> <br /> :The &quot;Transformers: Age of Extinction Collection&quot; set includes a Silver Knight redeco of the One-Step Changer Optimus Prime toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PowerBattler}}<br /> [[File:Power-battler-optimus-prime.jpg|upright=1.66|right|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Power Battlers, 2014)<br /> <br /> :Power Battlers Optimus Prime is a simplified, deluxe-class sized toy with a 'Blade Strike' gimmick in robot mode when his legs are squeezed. Due to his gimmick, he ends up having ''four'' arms. Unfortunately, Power Battlers Optimus Prime has ''very limited'' articulation on his shoulders.<br /> <br /> :His stock photos are slightly mistransformed: his legs were not folded out. This mold was later redecoed into Power Battler [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Lost Age Series|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/PBOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Power Battlers Optimus Prime at TFU.info]]''<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Stomp&amp;Chomp}}<br /> [[File:Stomp-and-chomp-grimlock-optimus-prime-statue.jpg|200px|thumb]]<br /> *'''Electronic Stomp &amp; Chomp Grimlock''' (One Step Changers, 2014)<br /> <br /> :The included static non-transforming Optimus Prime figure (in the size of a Commander Class figure) can ride Stomp &amp; Chomp Grimlock in dinosaur mode, and the toy is able to detect if said rider is Autobot or Decepticon and change its electronics effects accordingly.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> ====&quot;First Edition&quot; toys====<br /> {{anchor|FirstEd}}<br /> [[File:AOEtoy-FirstEditionOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|If you paid 80 bucks for this... you have our condolences.]]<br /> *'''First Edition Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **'''14 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment, Sentinel Shield<br /> <br /> : First Edition Optimus Prime is, as his title suggests, the first toy available to the public from the [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|''Age of Extinction'' toy line]]. Prime is an all-new Leader Class-sized figure, featuring his new Western Star &quot;5700 OP&quot; concept truck vehicle mode and his updated robot mode from the film (well, mostly based on his initial design rather than the final design in the movie). His transformation is much simpler than his counterparts from the previous three movie lines, being billed as transforming in &quot;15 easy steps.&quot; His torso, shoulders, upper legs, and the vehicle mode grill are all completely chrome with the exception of minor blue and red details painted on his chest. However, this comes at the expense of his smokestacks and wheels being bare gray plastic, whereas they are chromed in the film. His simplified transformation also comes at the expense of having a very bulky &quot;backpack&quot; of [[kibble]] composed of the rear of the truck cab and the fuel tanks, limiting his shoulder and hip [[articulation]]. However, his Truck [[kibble]] can be detached from the main figure to form the majority of his vehicle mode on its own.<br /> [[File:TF-AOE-FE-Optimus-Prime-individual-modes.jpg|left|250px|thumb]]<br /> <br /> :He includes the Sword of Judgment and Sentinel Shield accessories, which he can respectively wield and mount on his left forearm, all via 6mm post. In truck mode, the sword is stored underneath, while the shield mounts onto the trailer hitch. The sword also features a [[5mm post]] on its hilt. Interestingly, the truck mode is able to pull G1 Optimus Prime's trailer.<br /> <br /> :He was only available as an [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive in the United States, but was also released at brick and mortar retails in Australia and Hasbro's Asian markets, such as Singapore. Oddly enough, even though the official press release for the figure identifies it as &quot;14 of 30&quot; in Hasbro's ''[[Thrilling 30#30 exclusive toys|Thrilling 30]]'' campaign, the [[packaging]] does not sport any such markings.&lt;ref name=&quot;fepress&quot;&gt;[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/discover/news/Transformers-Movie-4-Optimus-Prime-Action-Figure-First-Edition.cfm Official Hasbro press release for ''Age of Extinction'' First Edition Optimus Prime]&lt;/ref&gt; To complicate matters further, a later retrospective by Hasbro on Facebook identifies ''another'' product as &quot;14 of 30&quot;, which doesn't sport any such markings on its packaging ''either''.&lt;ref name=&quot;retro&quot;&gt;[https://www.facebook.com/transformers/posts/743925055677691 Habro Thrilling 30 retrospective] on Facebook, mirrored [http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-generations-classics-30-35/hasbro-transformers-30th-anniversary-thrilling-30-exclusives-retrospective-gallery-181598/ here] on TFW2005.&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> :Some units lack the silver paint on the sword and shield, and the grey plastic is a lighter shade.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/FEOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on First Edition Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PESilverKnight}}<br /> [[File:PlatinumEditiontoy-SilverKnightOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Surprise! You get to buy ''two'' of me!]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **'''28 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment, Sentinel Shield<br /> <br /> :A redeco of First Edition Optimus Prime in the 'Silver Knight' scheme, molded in dull Silver (or light grey) plastic and sporting paint operations, and the sword &amp; shield is molded in clear light blue plastic. Like all of the AOE &quot;Silver Knight&quot; Optimus Prime toys, this was a Target exclusive.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/TargetPlatinumSKOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Silver Knight Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PEWithTrailer}}<br /> [[File:AOEPlatinumOptimusPrimeTrailer.jpg|thumb|upright=2.10|Surprise! You get to buy ''three'' of me! And now with 25% more chrome!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime with Trailer and Sideswipe''' (2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgement<br /> :Another redeco of First Edition Optimus Prime with a faceplated head and minor changes to the flame colors that are slathered in chrome. Comes in a two-pack with a redecoed ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Deluxe Class [[Sideswipe (Movie)#Age of Extinction|Sideswipe]], using the alternate [[Swerve (Movie)#Revenge of the Fallen|Swerve]] head, along with the ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10|MP-10 Convoy]]/[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Optimus Prime]] trailer without [[Roller (G1)#Masterpiece|Roller]].<br /> <br /> :In the United States, this set was a &quot;shared exclusive&quot; between [[BigBadToyStore]], [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]], and [[Hasbro Toy Shop]]. In Canada and Singapore, it was exclusive to Toys&quot;R&quot;Us, whereas in Australia, it was a Myer exclusive. In Taiwan, it was made available for purchase during a event celebrating the launch of ''[[Transformers Rising]]''.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Legion Class toys====<br /> {{Note|All of the Legion Class Optimus Prime toys features an undocumented feature of him combining with Legends Class Jetfire.}}<br /> {{anchor|TV-KunLegion}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age OptimusPrimeClearVersion.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;It's true. This mould is back!&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;Yes, consumers, and this time no force in the universe can stop me.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime (Clear Ver.)''' (EZ Collection, 2014)<br /> :Optimus Prime (Clear Ver.) is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class Optimus Prime in black and clear blue plastic, available only in the August 2014 issue of ''[[TV-Kun]]'' magazine. His only paint operations are on his abdomen and face, but stickers for additional detail are included on the issue's sticker sheet. Optimus Prime has been slightly retooled to include a magnet in his right foot, allowing him to interact with ''Lost Age'' Battle Command Optimus Prime and ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|Age of Extinction]]'' Stomp &amp; Chomp [[Grimlock (AOE)#Stomp&amp;Chomp|Grimlock]]. <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SingleLegion}}<br /> [[File:AoE Wal-Mart legion Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legion Class, 2014)<br /> :The single carded release of Optimus Prime is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class Optimus Prime, exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the US and [[Asda]] in the UK. Deco changes included in this toy are the top half of the knee armor's blue being omitted and an Autobot insignia tampographed on the left knee, and similar to the Legends Class Power Armor Optimus Prime: the red arms, and the abdomen was replaced into blue.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/WMLegOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Walmart Legion Class Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|2PackLegion}}<br /> [[File:AoE Wal-Mart 2-pack legion Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I got my old paint job back, can you [[Hasbro|guys]] give me retooled hands now?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Grimlock''' (Legion Class two-pack, 2014)<br /> :Optimus Prime is another redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class Optimus Prime, features gunmetal-stque grey plastic, and his paint operations being similar to the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 2|first ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class toy]]. He is also packaged with [[Grimlock (AOE)|Grimlock]], himself a redeco of none other than [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|''Energon'']] [[Cruellock]]. Like other Legion-themed product, he is exclusive to Walmart in the US and Asda in the UK.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/WMOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legion Class 2-pack Optimus Prime at TFU.info]]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Deluxe Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|MAProtoform}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-09 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|You know you want me.]]<br /> *'''Protoform Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD09'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, missile, flame attachment<br /> :Part of the first wave of TakaraTomy ''[[Movie Advanced Series|Lost Age: Movie Advanced]]'' toys, this Japanese-exclusive redeco of [[#Deluxe Class toys|2007 ''Transformers'' Protoform Optimus Prime]] is given a ''Generation 1''-styled color scheme (which is ''also'' based on his appearances in IDW's ''[[Transformers: Foundation]]'' comic-book mini-series). Protoform Optimus Prime transforms into his &quot;entry&quot; mode. This mode somewhat resembles a cybertronic truck, with false wheels sculpted onto the sides, and Optimus Prime's trademark windows in front. His now-blue flame decoration piece fits to the back of the &quot;vehicle&quot;, creating the illusion of a flaming comet's tail (Not sure if this was mean to represent his jetpack blast effect or his atmospheric entry heat effect, which is for no reason: entirely blue instead of hot red). The bottom of the vehicle has small wheels to roll the toy across smooth surfaces.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SKDeluxe}}<br /> [[File:AoE Target 2-pack deluxe Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Shinybots! Roll Out and Be FABULOUS!]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime &amp; Grimlock''' (Deluxe, 2014)<br /> **'''29 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword<br /> :A redeco of the ''Dark of the Moon'' Deluxe Class toy, this Optimus Prime has large portions of his body, mostly his truck parts, vacuum metallized silver, and his light-piped eyes were neutered by blue paint. He comes with a redeco of Generation 1 [[Rampage (G1)|Rampage]]'s sword, which can be wield by his 5mm-compatible hands (Although not shown in the instructions). As his body, legs, and front truck kibble were chromed, care must be taken while transforming, ''especially'' with the shoulder kibble &amp; the bottom leg's posts (This can be amended if you slightly drill the holes). As with the original ''Dark of the Moon'' Deluxe Class figure, the instructions did not mention about forming the sleeper part until step 10, the pinky finger prevented the sword to peg down through his hands, and of course: his truck mode can attach with the Armored Weapons Platform included in the ''Chronicle'' or the ''Movie Trilogy Series'' figure. This figure has slightly loose shoulder joints.<br /> <br /> :This figure was only available in a two-pack with a Voyager Class [[Grimlock (AOE)#Target2Pack|Grimlock]] figure. The two-pack was exclusively available at Target stores in the United States, Canada and Australia, at Tesco stores in the United Kingdom and Hungary and at Galeria Kaufhof department stores in Germany.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/TargetDlxOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Deluxe Silver Knight Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Voyager Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|EvasionMode}}<br /> [[File:AOEGenerationstoy-EvasionModeOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Continuing Megatron's legacy of being a drifting, shotgun-toting hobo hiding from the feds. ''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-02 Optimus Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|A little less blue goes a long way. ''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Evasion Mode Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2014)<br /> **''Series / Number:'' '''M4 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Classic Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD02'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[May 17|05-17]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> <br /> :Part of the first wave of ''Age of Extinction: [[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Voyager Class toys, &quot;Evasion Mode Optimus Prime&quot; is an all-new figure based on the character's initial form in the film, transforming from a cab-over semi truck into a robot mostly similar to his previous movie design. The truck mode is heavily based on Generation 1 Optimus Prime's White Freightliner WFT alt mode in both sculpt and deco, although it draws a few details, such as the singular smokestack and wheel designs, from the heavily faded Marmon 97 seen on-screen. In robot mode, he sports faux-kibble windows and, amusingly, ''two'' false smokestacks. Unfortunately, due to being used with the transformation, he lacks the real elbow joint on the arm, which makes the lower section of the arm the only poseable section. Also, Optimus can wield weapons with longer posts while his arms are in a &quot;default&quot; 90° position.<br /> <br /> :Optimus includes an spring-loaded missile firing &quot;ion cannon&quot; modeled after Megatron's shotgun from ''Dark of the Moon'', with the missile features a sculpted shotgun nozzle on the front section. It can be held in his hand or attached to the top of the truck cab or truck bed via 5mm post, and, in an unadvertised feature, sports tabs on the rear-most handle that allow the [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Megatron toy]] to wield it. Also undocumented is the fact that the weapon can be stored under either of Optimus' shoulders.<br /> <br /> :In time-honored tradition, Prime's instructions depict the toy with an alternate &quot;[[Retool#Gang-molded alternate parts|pretooled]]&quot; head – in this case, a version with the faceplate deployed, used on the ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' and &quot;Rusty&quot; releases of the figure (see below). Additionally, his [[packaging]] [[stock photography]] depicts him with extra white/silver [[Paint operation|paint detail]]s, especially on his chest and wheel rims, as well as having gray upper arms with red details, among other differences.<br /> <br /> :Despite his relatively small truck mode (which is almost as small as a Deluxe class toy, but slightly larger than his ''Generation 1'' toy's truck) he is quite tall.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy version, part of the first wave of ''[[Movie Advanced Series]]'' toys, is dubbed &quot;Classic Optimus Prime&quot;, and opts for a deco closer to Prime's previous on-screen appearances, omitting the blue paint on his feet and hands to reveal the gray plastic underneath, and adding new paint details all over. Instead of painting it in clear light blue, his light-piping eyes is neutered with opaque light blue paint. In terms of quality control, at least ''one'' sample has missing it's silver paint on the head's left cheek.<br /> <br /> :The faceplated version of the mold was used to make [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Toys|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/EMOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Evasion Mode Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AOERevenge}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-12 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|More like ''Revenge of the Fallen Paint Apps'', amirite?]]<br /> *'''Revenge Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD12'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[May 17|05-17]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Matrix of Leadership, 2 Fuel Tank-Gun assemblies, removable Energon Swords <br /> :Part of TakaraTomy's ''[[Movie Advanced Series]]'' lineup, Revenge Optimus Prime is redeco of the 2010 ''Transformers'' Battle Blades mold, featuring darker plastic, a pair of flip-out swords (the first release of this mold) from the Hasbro release, and chromed fuel tank-guns &amp; sun visors. His shins &amp; wheel joints are bronze from the Hasbro release as opposed to the grey of Takara's ''Autobot Alliance'' release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AOEEvolution}}<br /> [[File:Evolution2PackAOEOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Evolution 2-Pack Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Two-Pack, 2014)<br /> **'''23 OF 30'''<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2017]]-[[October 3|10-3]]<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :A Voyager-class two pack of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Classics|Optimus Prime]], representing the Generation 1 version of the character, and a redeco of ''Age of Extinction'' Evasion Optimus Prime representing the Movie character. Like Rusty Optimus Prime (seen below), he features flames on his vehicle mode doors.<br /> <br /> :Unlike the stock photography, the actual toy doesn't feature a [[mouthplate]]. In October, : The two-pack was one of the three Evolution 2-packs available as a Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive in Japan, with no changes on the figures with an exception of the packaging, which the front box features Japanese translated versions of the English text, and a sticker on the back confirming that this was a Japanese release. The robot mode stock photo lacks the gun nozzle/missile.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PEWithGrimlock}}<br /> [[File:PlatinumEditiontoy-2PackOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|For a bot who's supposed to be in hiding, he's sure got a lot of chrome.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Grimlock''' (Platinum Edition Voyager 2-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :Released as a two-pack with Voyager Class [[Grimlock (AOE)#Platinum Edition|Grimlock]], ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' Optimus Prime is a redeco of Evasion Mode Optimus Prime with chromed shoulders, fists, pelvis, lower stomach and leg sides. He features a headsculpt with a mouthplate. His truck stripe is now white.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MilkMagazine}}<br /> [[File:Milk-Magazine-Evasion-Mode-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Counselor Prime, what do you think?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Battle Damage Color''' (Milk Magazine exclusive, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> <br /> :This hand-made custom of the Evasion Mode Optimus Prime figure is exclusive to Hong Kong's [[Milk Magazine]]. It's an officially licensed item produced in association with Hasbro Hong Kong. The weathering was done by Ori Toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RustyEvasion}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age TRU JP rusty Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Can't believe people are willing to pay a fortune for a dirt-covered Ultra Magnus cab that's missing its trailer-armor.]]<br /> *'''Rusty Ver. Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[August 18|08-18]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :A redeco of the Voyager Evasion Mode toy, Rusty Ver. Optimus Prime features extensive paint applications to give him a screen-accurate vehicle mode, and was released as a Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Japan-exclusive. It uses the alternate, faceplated head mold.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BCGoldClassic}}<br /> [[File:Takaratomy-gold-classic-optimus-prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|No wonder why [[Lockdown (ROTF)|Lockdown]] is hunting him.]]<br /> *'''Gold Classic Optimus Prime''' (Battle Command Campaign, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :Limited to 10 pieces, this gold chrome redeco of Evasion Mode Optimus Prime is released as part of the Transformers Battle Command Campaign given away to ten winners via a lucky draw. The initial phase for entry was operated in July 2014, when those wishing to enter the draw had to mail in the proof of purchase from the Takara-Tomy Lost Age Optimus Prime. The actual mailing out of prizes was to take place in November 2014.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AutobotsUnited}}<br /> [[File:Autobots-united-optimus-prime.jpg|right|upright=1.95|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEdZ-yjxHLI That's what I'm talkin' about.]]]<br /> *'''Autobots United''' (Platinum Edition 5-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :The Autobots United 5 Pack includes another redeco of Voyager Class Evasion Mode Optimus Prime. This release features the faceplated headsculpt and, unlike the rest of the set, which strives for screen-accuracy, features a heavily Generation 1-inspired deco. Deco changes include replacing most of the blue &amp; grey plastic into red, with blue paint applied on it, and his dark grey plastic is now a lighter shade. His Ion Cannon is now painted black to resemble his ''Generation 1'' toy's blaster, color-wise.<br /> <br /> :He came in the BBTS shared exclusive &quot;Autobots United&quot; set along with screen-accurate redecos of [[Crosshairs (AOE)|Crosshairs]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]], [[Drift (AOE)|Drift]] and [[Hound (Movie)|Hound]].<br /> <br /> :He is also mistransformed, his shoulders are not folded.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BreakoutBattle}}<br /> [[File:Platinum-edition-breakout-battle-optimus-prime.jpg|right|thumb|350px|Cookies and Cream Prime.]]<br /> *'''Breakout Battle''' (Platinum Edition, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :The &quot;Breakout Battle&quot; set includes another take on a screen-accurate &quot;Scrapyard Optimus Prime&quot;, featuring a brown paint wash on tan plastic. The set was a shared exclusive between Toys &quot;R&quot; Us, online retailers such as Big Bad Toy Store, and Myer in Australia. The set was released in Australia, Singapore, and Canada but never actually made it to retail in the U.S. The set also includes [[Rollbar (AOE)|Rollbar]] and a [[Vehicon (AOE)|Vehicon]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Leader Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|AOELeader}}<br /> [[File:AOEGenerationstoy-LeaderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77|No one makes fun of Prime's &lt;s&gt;security&lt;/s&gt; ''survival'' backpack and gets away with it! ''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-01 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77|And it's a Buster right outta the gate! ''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2014)<br /> **''Series / Number:'' '''M4 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD01'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[May 17|05-17]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :Part of the first wave of ''Age of Extinction: Generations'' Leader Class toys, this is yet ''another'' completely new &quot;big&quot; Optimus Prime figure. While smaller than the First Edition toy, this one features more silver and chrome paint in vehicle mode, a more poseable robot mode, and a Vector Shield accessory instead of the Sentinel Shield. Unlike the First Edition figure, Leader Class Optimus Prime's pauldrons and hip-skirts are formed from truck kibble, giving him a marginally smaller backpack. His accessories have roughly the same functionality as the First Edition toy, with his sword being hand-held and pegged onto his hands or storing underneath the truck, and his shield mounting onto his left forearm or storing on the back of the truck. Additionally, the sword sheath underneath the truck can be folded up and used in robot mode.<br /> <br /> :It should be noted that this Optimus Prime can accommodate the [[Dual_Energon_Swords#Dark_of_the_Moon|Battle Blade]] accessories to recreate the scene of him fighting against Galvatron.<br /> <br /> :This figure was only made available as a store [[exclusive]] in parts of Europe, at least in the United Kingdom (at Argos) and Germany (at Rossmann drug stores).<br /> <br /> :Apparently, early plans for the shield were to have it colored gold and silver, but it was later changed to gray and red. When a hand-painted [[prototype]] of the toy was first displayed at the 2013 New York Comic Con, the shield was colored yellow and silver; in addition, the original versions of the official Hasbro [[stock photography|stock photos]] also depict the gold color, but the versions featured on the back of the toy's [[packaging]] were edited so they would accurately depict the final toy's colors for the shield. Meanwhile, the versions of the stock photos provided to websites and online retailers depict the shield in its final colors for the robot mode, whereas the vehicle mode photo is the unedited version featuring the shield's original colors. Furthermore, UK-based retailer Argos also featured unedited versions of the stock photos for both modes in one of its catalogs, causing some confusion among fans.&lt;ref name=&quot;argos&quot;&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/991761-uk-getting-different-leader-decos-optimus-yellow-vector-shield.html TFW2005 thread] about outdated stock photos used in Argos catalog.&lt;/ref&gt; Sometimes, the spring loaded &quot;[[Automorph Technology|Automorph]]&quot; feature in his head is too strong and causes the head to fly off...<br /> <br /> :The [[TakaraTomy]] version, part of the first wave of ''Lost Age: Movie Advanced'' toys, features numerous silver paint details, and alters the deco on his chest to be more screen-accurate, among many other changes.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AOELeaderGold}}<br /> [[File:GoldPlatedOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.22|This time, NO ONE dared to transform it.]]<br /> *'''Gold Plated Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgement<br /> :This gold vacuum metallized version of Optimus Prime is a prize in Hasbro's Asia Age of Extinction campaign. To qualify for winning this toy, one must be the biggest spender of the day during the midnight launch of the AoE toyline at specific Toys R Us or participate in a lucky draw. This toy is limited to 7 pieces. 2 are in mainland China, while Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan each have one.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PELeader}}<br /> [[File:AOEPlatinumLeaderClassOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2]]<br /> *'''Leader Class Grimlock &amp; Leader Class Optimus Prime''' (Platinum Edition 2-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield <br /> <br /> :Platinum Optimus is a redeco of the Leader Class Optimus Prime. Optimus' color palette is now darkened with some additional paint details. His &quot;Sword of Judgment&quot; is now a light blue. Optimus features more chrome on his &quot;Vector Shield&quot;, chest, and on his head. The set was a shared exclusive, available from BigBadToyStore and Toys&quot;R&quot;Us, and was also sold during a Taiwanese event celebrating the launch of ''[[Transformers Rising]]''.<br /> <br /> :Initial [http://toys.tfw2005.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2014/06/TF4-Leader-2pack-Optimus-bot_1403963168.jpg prototype] [http://toys.tfw2005.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2014/06/TF4-Leader-2pack-Optimus-truck_1403963168.jpg photos] shows that Optimus' blue plastic is casted in translucent blue, which is not present in the final product.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|ArmorKnight}}<br /> [[File:Movie-Advanced-Series-AD-31-Armor-Knight-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|Transforming my mouth is terrifying.]]<br /> *'''Armor Knight Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD31'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield <br /> <br /> :Armor Knight Optimus Prime is a retool of ''Age of Extinction: Generations'' Leader Class Optimus Prime. It features a new head sculpt with a rotatable faceplate (one side with the mask, the other without, the whole part rotates), along with other remolded body parts (such as his skirt, feet, and chest), giving it a more screen accurate appearance. He includes more movie-accurate weapons, featuring a new sword and shield, albeit in not-so-accurate colors (the sword's transparent orange blade was also a nod to the [http://www.joshnizzi.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/P_OptimusV2_Sword_130225_v003_JN.jpg sword's &quot;heat up&quot; mode in the concept art].). He is covered in metallic paint, along with additional chrome details on his rims and bumper.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|BlackKnightLeader}}<br /> [[File:AOEBlackKnightOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Gotta admit, this is ''awesome''.]]<br /> *'''Black Knight Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2015-[[August 3|08-03]])<br /> **''Accessories'': Nemesis Sword, Sphere Shield <br /> <br /> :Black Knight Optimus Prime is a [[black repaint]] of Armor Knight Optimus Prime (which is a retool of the first Leader Class Optimus Prime) in [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)|Nemesis Prime]]'s colors with an Autobot symbol, which is also a double reference to [[Eldedroid]]'s colors. His entire clear parts were cast in red. <br /> <br /> :Black Knight Optimus Prime is a Toys R Us Japan exclusive.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Lost Age Series===<br /> [[File:Takara-lost-age-series-battle-command-optimus-prime.jpg|thumb|Am I awesome?|right|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Battle Command Optimus Prime''' (2014-[[July 19|07-19]]/2018-4)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Wing Backpack/Battle Station, 2 Hound's guns, 2 Sword-Guns, 2 face-guns, Sword of Judgement<br /> <br /> :A roughly Voyager-sized mold of Optimus Prime. He transforms into a Western Star &quot;5700 OP&quot; concept truck as seen in the film, in ''4 steps'':<br /> ::1. Press 2 buttons on the truck steps makes the side panels pop out in position.<br /> ::2. Fold down the front section to transform it's robot mode legs.<br /> ::3. Fold back the rear parts to form the kibble.<br /> ::4. Position the arms into place, and Optimus will announce &quot;Transform!&quot;, with a classic transformation sound effect. <br /> :Like Chomp &amp; Stomp Grimlock, his truck kibble from the back can accommodate One-Steps and Power Battlers (Both Hasbro and TakaraTomy), activating his various voice clips and flashing lights by interacting with the magnets in their feet. He is notably less kibbly than other AOE Optimus Primes...from the front, at least. The back and sides are not so promising with large chunks of Western Star truck kibble hanging off his legs, making him look as if he's wearing a petticoat. At least the jetpack helps balance the whole thing out....<br /> <br /> :The sword of judgement included with this toy is the same mold as the weapon included with the ''Age of Extinction'' leader class Optimus but cast in flat grey rubbery plastic rather than the transparent plastic and paint operations of the initial release. This Optimus Prime erroneously features blue paint on his feet instead of the screen-accurate red.<br /> <br /> :Like the First Edition figure, Battle Command Optimus Prime's truck kibble can be detached from the robot mode figure to form his separate vehicle mode on its own, but there is '''one''' sacrifice is needed to be made, so brace yourselves: you need to ''actually trim off the wires that activates it's lights &amp; sound gimmick in order to separate the kibble from the robot.''<br /> {{-}}<br /> *'''Battle Command Optimus Prime &amp; Bumblebee Strongest Tag Set''' (Multi-pack, [[October 18|10-18-]]2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA14'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Wing Backpack/Battle Station, 2 Hound's guns, 2 Sword-Guns, 2 face-guns, Sword of Judgement, 1-step Changer High Octane Bumblebee<br /> <br /> :A re-released version of figure above, packaged with a One-Step Changer High Octane Bumblebee.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FinalBattle4-pack}}<br /> <br /> *'''Final Battle 4-Figure Set''' (Multi-pack, 2014-[[October 18|10-18]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA-SP'''<br /> <br /> :The Japanese release of the Silver Knight Optimus Prime from the ''Age of Extinction Collection'' 6-pack set is bundled with 1-Step Helicopter Drift, Galvatron, and Slug.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Construct-Bots==<br /> [[File:ConstructBots AoE dino-rider Optimus Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Dinobot Riders, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun<br /> : A smaller toy that can ride on Dinobots. He includes a small gun.<br /> <br /> :His nominal Dinobot steed (if it wasn't already abundantly obvious) is [[Grimlock (AOE)|Grimlock]].<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Transformers-construct-bots-dinofire-grimlock-optimus-prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Dinofire Grimlock''' (Dinobot, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun<br /> :&quot;Available only in the &quot;Dinofire Grimlock&quot; set, this Optimus is a slight redeco of the individual Dinobot Riders Optimus Prime, featuring a brighter shade of red and blue.<br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:Construct-Bots-TF4-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime with Gnaw''' (Dinobot Warriors, 2014)<br /> : Optimus Prime transforms from a truck-thing to a robot. He includes a sword weapon and his Dinobot partner [[Gnaw (AOE)|Gnaw]] who can turn into a backpack, arm and chest armor, and a ''gigantic'' axe.<br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:Construct-Bots-Dinobot-Rider-Silver-Knight-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Grimlock with Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun, Sword<br /> :Bundled with a redecoed Grimlock, Silver Knight Optimus Prime is a redeco of the Dinobot Riders Optimus Prime. He also comes with an extra sword accessory. <br /> <br /> :The set was currently released as a Target exclusive.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Legend Commander Collection==<br /> [[File:Legend-commander-collection-one-step-optimus.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''LC-04'''<br /> :Part of the ''[[Legend Commander Collection]]'' sold at [[Transformers Expo]], Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of the &quot;One Step Changer&quot; Optimus Prime. Remaining stock was sold through [[TakaraTomy Mall]].<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make Silver Knight Optimus Prime from the One-Step Collection.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Q-Transformers==<br /> [[File:QTransformers AOE Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-01E'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Optimus Prime is a [[super deformed]] toy based on his ''Age of Extinction'' design, transforming into a cute little Western Star 4900 SB. It was sold as an exclusive at Transformers Expo months before the proper release of the toyline. Being only one inch and a half tall, this is actually the smallest transformable figure of movie-verse Optimus Prime, and it even gets close to being the tiniest transformable Optimus Prime ever made if it wasn't for [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Q-Transformers|another slightly smaller Q-Transformers release]].<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make ''Q-Transformers'' [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Q-Transformers|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/QTOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Q-Transformers'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2014-[[December 26|12-26]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-01'''<br /> <br /> :This standard retail version of ''Q-Transformers'' Prime is identical to the Transformers Expo release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Watashi}}<br /> [[File:QTransformers QT23 Optimus.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime (Watashi ni ii kangae ga aru)''' (2015-[[July 25|07-25]], 2016-[[January 30|01-30]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-23''', '''QTF-01'''<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a new mold that matches the character's more cartoony and simplified appearance in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (cartoon)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' cartoon. The &quot;Watashi ni ii kangae ga aru&quot; added to his name means &quot;I have a good idea&quot; (私にいい考えがある). A line originally spoken by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Optimus Prime]] at various times in the Japanese dub of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]], it has a reputation as a catchphrase of his among Japanese fans and has been reused by many Optimus Primes since, including the Prime in the ''Q-Transformers'' cartoon.<br /> <br /> :This toy was re-released with a new ID number as part of the second ''Q-Transformers'' series.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|QTProtagonists}}<br /> *'''Q-Transformers Protagonists 3-Figure Set''' (2016-01-30)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QTFS-01 '''<br /> <br /> :The second Optimus Prime toy was also sold in a three-pack with fellow cartoon main characters [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Q-Transformers|Bumblebee]] and [[Lockdown (ROTF)#Q-Transformers|Lockdown]]. They come with a cardboard backdrop to be displayed on that depicts a typical service area of a Japanese expressway, much like the real locations the characters stand around in in the cartoon.<br /> <br /> :Although usually sold in Japanese markets, some department stores in Asia had sold the set as well.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Bearbrick==<br /> [[File:Bearbrick AOEOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2015)<br /> <br /> : A special edition [[Bearbrick]] released in celebration of the ''Transformers'' 30th anniversary, Optimus Prime is a redeco of Bearbrick [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|G1 Optimus Prime]] in a deco based on his ''Age of Extinction'' appearance. He transforms from a Bearbrick painted up like himself to a bear-eared robot and comes with no accessories, but holes in his [[robot mode]] hands can accommodate other toys' weapons.<br /> <br /> : This mold was redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]] and retooled into [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Megatron]] and then further retooled with a new chest into [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Bumblebee]] and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Starscream]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Battle Masters==<br /> [[File:BattleMasters OptimusPrime Grimlock 2pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / Grimlock''' (2015)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of the sword-wielding version of ''[[Battle Masters]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Battle Masters)|Optimus Prime]], Silver Knight Optimus Prime is a non-transforming &quot;Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots&quot;-like toy with arms that punch through the use of levers in his legs. He can also be placed on the included controller handle, allowing the punches to be activated with a pair of triggers. Optimus Prime was only available in a Target-exclusive two-pack with [[Grimlock (AOE)#Battle Masters|Grimlock]].<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Movie The Best==<br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> [[File:Transformers-Movie-MB-01-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[2017]]-[[February 4|02-04]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-01'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Ion Cannon<br /> <br /> :Released as part of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Movie The Best]]'' toyline to conclude the 10th anniversary of the [[live-action film series]], this Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of his Evasion mode toy. He also uses the faceplated head and the dark gray-colored Ion Cannon used for the Evolution 2-pack/''Platinum Edition'' 5-pack release. While his deco had taken cues from both the TakaraTomy release of Evasion Mode Optimus Prime and the ''Platinum Edition'' Breakout Battle figure, the weathering pattern bears a similar resemblance to his Rusty Version of the figure.<br /> <br /> :Like the rest of the ''Movie The Best'' figures, Optimus Prime is packaged in Vehicle Mode.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MB09}}<br /> [[File:TF-Movie-The-Best-MB-09-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]<br /> *'''Dino Ride Grimlock &amp; Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2017-[[March 25|03-25]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-09'''<br /> :This reissue of Grimlock comes with a new non-transforming Optimus Prime mini figure, standing in the size of an ''Armada'' Mini-con. He also comes with his trademark sword &amp; shield.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|MB11}}<br /> [[File:Transformers-Movie-MB-11-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|And the fandom finally rejoiced for real...]]<br /> *'''Movie 10th Anniversary Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2017-[[March 25|03-25]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-11'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into Ion blaster, 2 Energon Swords, 2 Battle Hooks, Knuckle<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is an extensive screen-accurate redeco of the ''Dark of the Moon'' Supreme Class/Leader Class Striker retool, using the Ion Blaster accessory from the Buster Optimus Prime and the Toys R Us Japan-exclusive battle blade accessories. He also comes with the Knuckle piece and the Battle Hooks and uses the 2-2-1 articulated fingers featured from the second ''Asia Premium Series'' release. He also features a Japanese language sound box for his voice gimmick, replacing Peter Cullen's &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot; voice line.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MB17}}<br /> [[File:TF-Movie-the-Best-MB-17-Optimus-Prime-Revenge-Edition.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You bought the ''Masterpiece'' Prime already? Come on.]]<br /> *'''Movie 10th Anniversary Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2018-[[March 23|03-24]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-17'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 Energon Swords, 2 Battle Hooks, Knuckle, 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into Ion blaster<br /> <br /> :Another release of the Leader Class Optimus Prime figure, now redecoed from the original ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Class mold, but with the gimmick-less arms from the Supreme Class retool, and a pair of articulated fingers which was not previously used for the original release. He also retains his pair of Energon Swords and Hooks, and his Knuckle piece. He also retains the fuel tanks that can combine to form his ion blaster. In terms of deco, he features a darker plastic color and paint, which is meant to go with this line's Jetfire.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MtBNemesisPrime}}<br /> [[File:TF-Movie-the-Best-MB-20-Nemesis-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just in case you don't want to customize your valuable Calibur Prime.]]<br /> *'''Nemesis Prime''' (Leader, 2018-[[March 23|03-24]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-20'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Temenos Sword, Calibur Axe, Overshield/Fifth Wheel Hitch<br /> <br /> :''Movie the Best'' Nemesis Prime is a redeco of the TakaraTomy exclusive Calibur Optimus Prime figure, with darker paint and plastic, and bright, metallic, purple eyes, and the mark of [[Quintessa (TLK)|Quintessa]] on his face. As for the weapons, the Caliber Axe uses translucent purple plastic instead of orange, and there is more silver at the base of the blade. The Overshield has black replacing the original's silver and purple replacing the original's bronze.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Masterpiece Movie Series==<br /> {{anchor|MasterpieceMPM4}}<br /> [[File:MPM4Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|...until this came. ''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:TF-Masterpiece-Takara-MPM-4-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|If you have bought the Hasbro release, then I have some bad news for you, and ''your wallet''. ''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date:'' [[2017]]-[[September 16|09-16]]<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MPM-4'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Ion Cannon, 2 Energy Swords, Matrix of Leadership<br /> <br /> :Released to conclude the 10th Anniversary of the live-action film series, ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]] Movie Series'' Optimus Prime is a brand new mold that transforms from a 25cm-tall robot (a little taller than MP10 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10|Convoy]]) resembling how the character appeared in the first live action movie into a &lt;s&gt;Kenworth W900&lt;/s&gt; modified Peterbilt 379... in '''''43''''' steps, making it one of the most complex ''Masterpiece'' figures to date! (Although this pales in comparison to MP-36 [[Megatron (G1)/toys#MP36|Megatron]]'s 107 steps.) <br /> <br /> :The figure has diecast in its feet, shins, and abdomen. It features pinstriped flames, articulated fingers, a headsculpt with a face that can rotate between masked and unmasked modes in a method identical to Armor Knight Optimus Prime's, and an abdomen that opens to reveal a chamber housing a diecast Matrix of Leadership. He comes with said Matrix, his Ion Cannon, and a pair of Energy Swords that tab in behind his wrists (the hands unfortunately have to be bent forward to accommodate these). All three weapons can combine and store on the fifth wheel in vehicle mode.<br /> <br /> :Though the figure does a much better job of conveying the on-screen character model than the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader_Class_toys_2|ROTF Leader Class mold]] did, there are still a few inaccuracies—most notably the forearm and shoulder pad designs and the head/torso proportions. The final product also lacks certain paint details visible in stock and packaging imagery, such as the blue rings on his feet and the gold on his pelvis. It should be noted that this mold does not combine with [[Jetfire (ROTF)#Leader Class Toys|Jetfire]]. <br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy release replaces the dark gray plastic on the Hasbro version with lighter gray as well as adding the missing paint apps shown on the box. <br /> <br /> :In addition, it is very difficult, if not impossible for the vehicle mode to tab together properly. The entire cab assembly breaks apart very easily as the tabs lack sufficient friction to keep it together, resulting in either a gap forming between the front windows and the hood or part of the hood raising up. The pipes that are supposed to connect to the bottom of the smokestacks also don't swing out far enough to properly do so if the feet are tabbed together completely. When attempting to complete the cab assembly, it is advised to apply upward pressure on the front side barrels while pushing the cab downwards. A misassembly error is also present on all versions of the mold, where the roof hinges that connect the sides of the cabin are reversed.<br /> <br /> :[[Starscream (G1)/toys#HasbroMP|As]] [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#HasbroMP|expected]], the Hasbro stock photos (pictured here) have the figure mistransformed in both modes. The backpack is a mess, the chest and torso bits aren't properly configured, and the smokestacks in truck mode aren't extended.<br /> <br /> :In the United States, Canada, and Hasbro's Asian markets, ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' Optimus Prime was exclusively available from [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]], whereas in Spain, he saw a wider release, being at least available via the Spanish subsidiaries of [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] and Carrefour. It's currently unknown if he was also available in stores, or limited to online purchases. In Greece, he was officially available via at least one toy store chain, aptly named simply &quot;Toys-Shop&quot;, but again might have been available online only.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==The Last Knight==<br /> ===Turbo Changers===<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-One-Step-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|TLK-07 Speed Changer Optimus Prime, now with Hasbro-esque paint apps! (No seriously, this is the TakaraTomy stock photo.)]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (One-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Speed Change Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-07'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2017-[[April 29|04-29]]'''<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a ''minor'' redeco of the One-Step Changer figure, ''omitting'' the paint apps on the knees, the flames on his shoulders, and changing the robot mode chest's deco. Along with his wavemate Bumblebee, Optimus Prime loses his pin on his leg, which is used to activate Stomp &amp; Chomp Grimlock's pop-out weapons and gimmicks. As with the first wave of the Turbo Changers, Optimus features a nearly invisible tampograph on his vehicle front, which can be revealed with [[Dragonstorm#MegaTurboChanger|Mega Turbo Changer Dragonstorm's]] UV-powered Cyberfire gimmick.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BigWTurboChanger6Pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-RtS-Turbo-Changer-6-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''1-Step Turbo Changer 6 Pack''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Axe, Club, 2 spear-like weapons, Scimitar, Shield <br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a redeco of the figure above, featuring red wheels and various Tech Spec-sque patterns on the legs &amp; chest which can be decoded with their transparent red weapons, which is molded in a sprue similar to the ones used for the Arms Microns kits &amp; ''Robots in Disguise (2015)'' Mini-Con figures. He can use any weapons included in this set, although his primary weapon is an axe.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|KnightArmorTurboChanger}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Knight-Armor-Turbo-Changer-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-TC-01-Big-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Knight Armor Turbo Changer, 2017/2018)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Big Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-01'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2018-[[February 3|02-03]]'''<br /> <br /> :Knight Armor Turbo Changer Optimus Prime is a Voyager-sized figure that transforms from truck to robot in just 2-steps: pulling his whole truck kibble to the front then fold down to complete the robot mode, although converting him back requires some few steps. His only articulation is the elbows, and he features 5mm compatible hands. He also features a &quot;Knight Armor&quot; gimmick, which consists of his mask popping out to his head with the press of the button on his chest. Take note that you need to flip back the mask manually before you turn him back into Truck Mode.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy release of the figure features extensive paint applications to resembles his on-screen appearances, and his pop-out mask is now vacuum metallized with some gold details.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Tiny Turbo Changers===<br /> {{anchor|TinyTurboChanger}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Tiny-Turbo-Changers-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2017)<br /> **''Series'': '''1''' &amp; '''2'''<br /> **''Bag Code'': '''I'''<br /> <br /> :[[Tiny Turbo Changers]] Optimus Prime is a small, stumpy, soft-plastic [[blindpacking|blind-bagged]] mini-figure that changes from robot to a licensed Western Star 5700 OP Truck with just a few simple steps. He features ball-jointed shoulders and hands that are compatible with ''[[Cyberverse]]'' weapons and other 3mm post accessories. Like all Tiny Turbo Changers, his vehicle-mode tires do not spin, sorry.<br /> <br /> :Being only an inch and three quarters half, he is the second smallest transformable movie version of Optimus Prime around, only losing the first spot to the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Q-Transformers|Q-Transformers]] version. Much like the normal-colors [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#TinyTurboChanger|Bumblebee]], he was available in both Series 1 and 2 of the line, with no noteworthy changes between releases. Not even their bag codes were altered. Their instruction books were updated to say &quot;Series 2&quot;.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RtSTinyTurbo3pack}}<br /> [[File:TLK-toy TTC-Optimus3pack.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / Steelbane / Bumblebee''' (3-pack, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Autobot&quot; weapons sprue (2 swords, flail-axe, left shield-half), &quot;Decepticon&quot; weapons sprue (2 cutlasses, knife, right shield-half)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of the [[Target]]-[[exclusive]] ''Reveal The Shield'' subline, this Tiny Turbo Changer 3-pack contains a [[redeco]]ed Optimus Prime and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#RtSTinyTurbo3pack|Bumblebee]] (in their first non-blindpacked release) and a new [[Steelbane#TinyTurboChanger|Steelbane]] figure. This version of Optimus features red wheels &amp; [[Tech Spec]]-esque patterns on his robot mode chest and... groin-flaps, though the ''real'' decoding is on his vehicle mode roof, which when seen through the attached clear-red weapons (or similar plastic device) reveals... an Autobot symbol. Surprise.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Changers===<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Titan-Changers-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Titan Changers, 2017)<br /> <br /> :''Titan Changers'' Optimus Prime is an all new mold that transforms from a tall robot into a truck in just 4 easy steps!<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Legion Class toys===<br /> {{Note|All of the Legion Class Optimus Prime toys features an undocumented feature of him combining with Legends Class Jetfire.}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Legion-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|With this toy, I will make people think that I went back to my old body like Bumblebee has!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legion Class, 2017)<br /> <br /> :Legion Class Optimus Prime is a redeco/retool of the first ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class figure, with the deco resembling the paint job from Optimus Prime's Western Star &quot;5700 OP&quot; concept truck. While the main body is identical to the figure, the arms and legs are newly tooled, with simple assemblies for the wheels. The retooled legs now features a more solid stopping point, which prevents the center front grill/legs to swing back further. It should be noted that his flame decals are ''painted over'' the side windows.<br /> <br /> :In 29th August to 29th September, the entire 1st wave of ''The Last Knight'' Legion Class figures that almost ''massively'' shelfwarmed in Malaysia's Toys&quot;R&quot;Us stores was sold as a giveaway item for the customers who purchased ''The Last Knight'' toys in a price of RM200 (approx $46) in a single receipt. Optimus is one of the four.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MtCWalmart2pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Walmart-Legion-2-pack-Optimus-Prime-and-Ravenspar-box.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Who are you, again?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime and Ravenspar''' (Walmart 2-pack, 2017)<br /> <br /> :This unchanged release of Legion Class Optimus Prime is packed with [[Ravenspar]], a redeco of [[Soundwave (WFC)#Cyberverse|''Prime'' Cyberverse Soundwave]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MtCTRU2pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-TRU-2-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime and Grimlock''' (Toys&quot;R&quot;Us 2-pack, 2017)<br /> <br /> :Available with Grimlock, this Optimus Prime is a redeco (or possibly a repaint) of the figure above, featuring extra paint applications on the chest and thighs, and he features a different flame pattern on his side doors. His Autobot insignia is now tampographed on his right arm. The cyberglyphs on his front hood is confusingly translated as &quot;PRIME&quot;. The 2-pack also comes with a card, which the glyphs being decoded as &quot;DINOBOTS&quot;. Optimus Prime and Grimlock also saw release as a Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Japan exclusive, making this Optimus Prime redeco/slight retool to be first sold at Japanese markets.<br /> <br /> :The final product retains the simple-assembly wheels rather than being assembled with rivet pins seen in the stock photos.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Allspark Tech===<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Allspark-Tech-Starter-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Starter Set, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Cube, USB cord<br /> <br /> :''Allspark Tech'' Optimus Prime transforms from a Rescue Bots-styled robot into a deformed Western Star truck and back. As a Starter pack, He comes with electronic Allspark Cube that can fit on his chest cavity, which gives him different sound effects for his robot &amp; vehicle modes. He also comes with a USB cord, mostly used for recharging.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|ATShadowSpark}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Allspark-Tech-Starter-pack-Shadow-Spark-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Shadow Spark Optimus Prime''' (Starter Set, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Cube, USB cord<br /> <br /> :''Allspark Tech'' Shadow Spark Optimus Prime is a redeco of the figure above, based on his Nemesis Prime alter ego seen in the movie. His electronic cube could probably feature different sound effects.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Premier Edition===<br /> ====Deluxe Class toys====<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Deluxe-Class-2-pack-Protoform-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Deluxe-Class-2-pack-Earth-Mode-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime 2-Pack''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': MechTech Blaster/Energon Battle Axe, Gun/missile/flame attachment<br /> <br /> :This 2-pack release of Optimus Primes are redecoes of [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Deluxe_Class_toys|''Transformers'' (2007) Protoform Optimus Prime]], and [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Deluxe_Class_toys_2|''MechTech'' Deluxe Class Optimus Prime]].<br /> <br /> :&quot;Cybertron Optimus Prime&quot; new features a darker grey plastic, and mostly shares the same paint mask to the original Deluxe class figure, with added paint details on his head and the mesh-like pattern on the front of his &quot;entry&quot; mode. The silver paint on his chest was slightly changed from the original and he lacks the paint on his feet, his &quot;headlights&quot;, and the top of his &quot;entry&quot; mode. Lastly, he features Cyberglyphics on his vehicle mode windows, and the rear sides of the vehicle. His flame attachment is now cast in translucent red plastic with orange sprays.<br /> <br /> :Although ''MechTech'' Optimus Prime's deco is similar to the [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Deluxe_Class_toys_2|first Deluxe Class figure]], some of his parts (robot shoulder flaps, chest piece/truck front) were recast in blue plastic (with the chest being painted red), and his paint applications on the pelvis, headlights &amp; thighs are omitted. His front truck hood/backpack's deco is altered: the truck steps and the fenders were painted blue, and the gold sprays on the flame tampographs are removed, while he features additional flame tampos on both sides of his front hood, and an Autobot Insignia on his left robot shoulder. He still retains the light-piping gimmick, but cast in clear plastic, with the eyeballs being (halfheartedly) painted with clear blue. His MechTech weapon is cast in transparent orange plastic, with the exception of the scope/lever and the gun barrel, which remained opaque silver plastic due to being cast with unpaintable plastic. He also features Cyberglyphics on the left side of his vehicle mode front hood.<br /> <br /> :All Cyberglyphs in this set translate to &quot;PRIME&quot;<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Voyager Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|TLK-Voyager}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Voyager-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;No, I'm way more awesome than [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Lost_Age_Series|you]]!&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :This Voyager-sized Optimus Prime is an all new mold (with a similar transformation scheme to [[Galvatron_(AOE)#Generations|''Age of Extinction'' Voyager Class Galvatron]], notably the shoulders, rooftop backpack, and the leg/wheels combo) based on his Leader Class figure. He features a similar but different transformation scheme, which results in a somewhat clean robot mode, although most of his vehicle kibble hangs on his back. He also features the sword &amp; the shield based on his final design in the movie, albeit the sword being painted similarly to the Armor Knight Optimus Prime's sword. His Sword can store underneath his Vehicle mode or his robot mode backpack, while the shield can be stored on the truck's fifth wheel hitch, which can also tow the trailer included from the Japanese exclusive [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#VoyagerTrailer|Mechtech Voyager]]. Although the pectoral armor can be slightly pushed up a little bit further, the pieces have to actually stop at where the rectangular pegs are located.<br /> <br /> :Surprisingly, this was also the first Hasbro exclusive transforming Movie Optimus Prime figure to be based on the final design seen in ''Age of Extinction''. He even features the forearms that Prime had before obtaining the Sword of Judgement, which unfortunately means that he is inaccurate to his appearance in the battle of Hong Kong and The Last Knight film. The sword's painted blade is still the heated-up version from the concept art.<br /> <br /> [[File:Shellformer_TLK.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Continuing the family [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#&quot;First Edition&quot;_toys|tradition.]]]]<br /> :Like the larger ''First Edition'' figure, you can actually separate the robot mode from his vehicle shell (although some of the pieces like the (legs/rear wheels) is difficult to separate), displaying both of his modes at once...albeit unlike the ''First Edition'' figure, this tweak could sacrifice the even stability between those two separated figures.<br /> <br /> :The Hasbro stock photos of the toy is ''slightly'' mistransformed: His pectoral armor is not folded correctly in robot mode. At least a ''very small'' number of units feature a faceplate-less head sculpt, which was probably intended for a later retool (but so far no news about this pretool being released in the future). This figure was also released in Toys R Us Japan in May 1st, 2017 as a store exclusive, likewise identical to the Hasbro release. <br /> <br /> :The CG stock photos feature extra silver paint apps on the lower thighs and hands, which the final product does not feature.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TRUPromo}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Lucky-Draw-Battle-Damaged-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Giveaway, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :Released as one of the prizes from the &quot;Midnight Madness&quot; event in a Toys R'Us in Singapore, this Optimus Prime which is a redeco of Voyager Class figure, but with weathered battle damage paint all over it (yes, this includes applying to unpaintable plastic.).<br /> <br /> :In some countries like Malaysia, Prime can be obtained by buying some certain items in an expensive price, and he will be given away along with Bumblebee. He was also released as a prize figure for the Transformers Atrium Fair in Takashimaya B2 Atrium located at Singapore in 13 till 26th June.<br /> <br /> :He was also available at the movie launch event in a Toys R'Us in Hong Kong, as a prize for spending HKD$1,500 on Transformers-related products.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Omni7DarkOP}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-7net-Dark-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Once again, proving Takara's superiority, only for double the price!]]<br /> *'''Dark Optimus Prime''' (Omni7 exclusive Voyager Class, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :This redeco of Optimus Prime features a darker shade of plastic, and an extensive paint applications to resemble his on-screen appearances in ''The Last Knight'', and his Nemesis Prime alter ego seen in the film with purple eyes and sword. His shield is completely unpainted for some reason.<br /> <br /> :Dark Optimus Prime can be obtained by purchasing along with the advanced tickets (via movie cards) in June 25, 2017. The item will also be released this September 29 if the item is purchased without advanced tickets. <br /> {{comingsoontoy|Both releases not yet out.}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MyNEWSLuckyDraw}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-MyNews-Lucky-Draw-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MyNEWS Lucky Draw Prize, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword<br /> <br /> :Available as a Lucky Draw prize for the Malaysian news and convenience store MyNEWS, this Optimus Prime figure features a gold chrome finish on ''every'' plastic on him (and yes, this ''probably'' includes unpaintable plastic).<br /> :The only way to obtain the prize is:<br /> :#Purchase any Transformers product worth RM30 (approx $7 in the US) in a single receipt from any myNEWS store (Well, the only TF-related items in this store was ''Robots in Disguise'' Tiny Titans, ''The Last Knight'' Tiny Turbo Changers, and ''Generations'' Alt-modes)<br /> :#Take a photo with your Transformers collections.<br /> :#Like their Facebook page, and post your photo and your receipt as a comment under the contest’s posting on the official Facebook page with their ''The Last Knight''-related hashtags.<br /> :#And finally, submit your entry by emailing your photo and receipt to their e-mail Address.<br /> <br /> :And oh, not to mention that the figure is limited to 10 pieces, so uh, good luck.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SDCC17}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-SDCC2017-Voyager-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Takara is better than us? We'll show them! give him the best paint apps we got! And give them the free extra tire piece.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (SDCC 2017 exclusive Voyager Class, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield, Tire piece<br /> <br /> :The ''San Diego Comic-Con 2017'' exclusive Optimus Prime figure is another redeco of the ''Premier Edition'' figure, which aims for a more movie accurate look than the original by still sharing the same paint masks, but replacing the chest's deco with flames and adding extra paint applications on the legs, arms, chest, the head, the tire rims, the both sides of the engine compartment, and the sword and shield... but for some reason still sports the movie-inaccurate blue 'collar', as well as the smaller, less accurate vehicle flame tampographs instead of the more movie-accurate ones used on Dark Optimus Prime. His Autobot insignia is also moved on the upper back section of the air dam. He is packaged in a stylish, display-case-like-box similar to later ''Transformers: Alternators'' releases and the Hasbro Toy Shop/SDCC 2011 exclusive figure.<br /> <br /> :Hilariously, Optimus Prime also comes with an ''authentic tire piece'' from a Western Star 5700XE truck (no seriously, look it up.). His stock photo is also ''slightly'' mistranformed: his pectoral armor is not rotated properly in robot mode. Also, the fifth wheel hitch pieces seems to be missing on his robot mode stock photos.<br /> <br /> :Remaining stock was sold through Hasbro Toy Shop.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TLKRevealTheShieldVoyager}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Reveal-Your-Shield-Voyager-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|THE WEAPONS OF MINE GLOWS WITH AN AWESOME POWER! IT'S GIMMICK TELLS ME TO READ MY PATTERNS!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Reveal the Shield Voyager Class, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> :This redeco of the [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Voyager_Class_toys_4|''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime]] figure features a really unusual deco pattern consisting of red transparent tires, the vehicle front grill and fuel tanks (the fenders remained opaque red due to unpaintable plastic). Some of his parts like the vehicle front hood and the truck roof features a pattern similar to the ones used for the [[Tech Spec]]s in the ''Generation 1'' toys. He features a new sword and shield accessory, which can be used to decode the patterns.<br /> <br /> :In the United Kingdom, this Optimus Prime was released as an Argos exclusive along with several other sets branded as part of the ''Reveal the Shield'' [[subline imprint]]. His United States release was initially claimed to be exclusive to [[Target]] by online retailers from Asia, but even though the other ''Reveal the Shield'' products eventually became available at Target, Voyager Class Optimus Prime was released as a [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive in the United States instead, complete with a &quot;Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive&quot; sticker. Also, both his United States and Asian releases lack the &quot;Reveal the Shield&quot; logo the United Kingdom release has (but still feature the &quot;Reveal hidden images&quot; call-out).<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TLKBluRay}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-7net-exclusive-Optimus-Prime-Clear-version.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Clear Version''' (2017)<br /> **''Release Date'': 2017-[[November 13|12-13]]<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :This limited edition redeco of ''Premier Edition'' Optimus Prime features almost entirely clear plastic (some parts remain opaque due to unpaintable plastic), and he was available as a 7net online shop exclusive. He can be obtained if the customers purchase the movie's different releases:<br /> :1. Blu-Ray + DVD + Special Features Blu-Ray.<br /> :2. 3D + Blu-Ray + Special Features Blu-Ray.<br /> :3. 4K + + Blu-Ray + Special Features Blu-Ray.<br /> :4. 5 Movie Collection either Blu-Ray or DVD versions.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ====Leader Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|ShadowSpark}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Leader-Class-Shadow-Spark-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Not Nemesis Prime, we swea...wait, maybe I am!]]<br /> *'''Shadow Spark Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :Released exclusively in Asia, Shadow Spark Optimus Prime is a redeco of the ''Age of Extinction'' [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Leader_Class_toys_5|Leader Class Optimus Prime]], featuring dark grey plastics, weathered deco patterns, and some opaque plastic which was recasted from transparent plastics. He features a scratched Autobot insignia on the right side of his sleeper-cab, and a Cyberglyphic on the left side of the front hood. Some weathered parts does not match well with some other parts (the fenders, for example).<br /> <br /> :In May 2017, the figure was released as a lucky draw item by Coca-Cola, along with the limited edition cans, as part of the China's promotion for the upcoming movie. On the other hand, Shadow Spark Optimus Prime also became a ''massive'' shelfwarmer in several Asian Toys&quot;R&quot;Us stores.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TLKLeader}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Leader-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I stripped all of my chrome. Now would you buy me?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgement, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a somewhat/nearly screen-accurate redeco of the Leader Class figure, but uses the original Leader mold instead of the Armor Knight retool unfortunately. In comparison to the first ''Age of Extinction'' Leader Class figure, his vacuum-metalized front truck bumper, sun visors, robot mode chest, smokestacks and side tanks chest was omitted, revealing the grey plastic underneath. His chromed chest was also stripped of chrome for adding paint operations, his shield was unpainted, and both of his sword and truck mode windows were casted in colorless plastic. He also features some extra silver paint on his robot mode forehead, and his white-colored Autobot insignia is slightly tampographed on the left. And lastly, his light-piping eyes is neutered by blue paint.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CaliburOP}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-15-Caliber-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|No, buy me. My fifth wheel can form into my shield, and I'm better than ''you''.]]<br /> *'''Calibur Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017-[[July 15|07-15]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Temenos Sword, Calibur Axe, Overshield/Fifth Wheel Hitch, Energon Sword (limited edition)<br /> <br /> :Calibur Optimus Prime is a retool of the Armor Knight Optimus Prime figure, who is a retool of the original ''Age of Extinction'' Leader Class figure, with the fifth wheel hitch now forming his handheld shield based on the one used in [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]], which results in a backpack-less robot mode. He also comes with an axe based on the one used in the third film.<br /> <br /> :The initial release of the figure comes with a limited edition Energon Sword. According to [https://www.amazon.co.jp/%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AB%E3%83%A9%E3%83%88%E3%83%9F%E3%83%BC-%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%83%95%E3%82%A9%E3%83%BC%E3%83%9E%E3%83%BC-TLK-15-%E3%82%AD%E3%83%A3%E3%83%AA%E3%83%90%E3%83%BC%E3%82%AA%E3%83%97%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%9E%E3%82%B9%E3%83%97%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%A0/dp/B072FVY1SX/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1498192402&amp;sr=8-2-fkmr0&amp;keywords=TLK+optimus#productDetails Amazon Japan's page], the included Energon Sword &amp; Axe is also compatible with ''Movie the Best'' MB-11 Optimus Prime figure (seen above), which basically makes Calibur Optimus Prime doubling as a weapon expansion pack for the said figure. <br /> <br /> :In an amusing (but glaring) example of poor quality control in a Takara product, the back of the packaging features a small amount of [[Engrish]], notably the word &quot;kinetic&quot; being written as &quot;''Kinetic'''k'''''&quot;. The bio also mentions the elemental metal as the &quot;Cyber-Matter&quot; living metal, which is used for the Aligned continuity family. Oddly, TakaraTomy's stock photo of the robot mode figure was later used as a cutout &quot;battle figure&quot; included with Telebi Magazine's [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#TVMagazineEZ|Burning Megatron]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Turbo Change Series===<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Turbo Changer, 2018)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2014]]-[[April 21|4-21]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-06'''<br /> <br /> :This ''Turbo Change Series'' Optimus Prime toy is mostly identical to ''The Last Knight'' Turbo Changer toy. <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|TC09BattleCommandOptimusPrime}}<br /> [[File:TF-Turbo-Change-Series-TC-09-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Battle Command Optimus Prime''' (2018)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2014]]-[[April 21|4-21]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Trailer/Wing Backpack/Battle Station, 2 Hound's guns, 2 Sword-Guns, 2 face-guns, Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :This ''Turbo Change Series'' Optimus Prime toy is a slight redeco/retool of the [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Lost_Age_Series|''Lost Age Series'' toy]]. Deco changes include omitting the flame tampos on his legs and shoulder, and added blue pinstripes on the Trailer/Wing Backpack to evoke his ''Generation 1'' toy's trailer. This toy also features some new parts like the screen-accurate lower arms &amp; the not-so-screen-accurate small feet. His usual Sword of Judgment is now replaced with a screen-accurate one (mostly reused from the Armor Knight toy or a new, similar mold is unclear.), and he now features a new Vector Shield piece.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Tribute==<br /> {{anchor|TributeLeader}}<br /> [[File:TF-Tribute-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|After 10 years, it's time to buy me again.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2017]]-[[August 31|08-31]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-EX'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Tribute]]'' Optimus Prime is a redeco of the [[#Leader_Class_toys|2007 Leader Class toy]], to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the [[live-action film series]]. While the deco's paint mask is the same as the said figure, he features a more saturated blue and red, and chromed feet/front grills which was used for the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#LeaderMA21|MA-21]] redeco, and he also features chrome on both sides of the stomach. While the Hasbro stock photo shows that his feet are ''slightly'' mistransformed in robot mode, the Takara stock photos shows his feet correctly flipped out.<br /> <br /> :He was initially released in some Asian countries without any prior announcement from Hasbro itself. He was also released as an Amazon Japan exclusive. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Tribute2Pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-Tribute-2-pack-Orion-Pax.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Look into my eyes and it's easy to see: one and one make two, two and one make three, it was destiny.]]<br /> [[File:TF-Tribute-2-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Once every hundred-thousand years or so, when the sun doth shine and the moon doth glow and the grass doth grow...]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Orion Pax''' (Evolution Pack, [[2017]])<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': 2017-[[August 31|08-31]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-EX'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Orion Pax's 2 guns, Titan Master, Optimus Prime's gun<br /> <br /> :Released as part of a new line called ''[[Transformers: Tribute]]'', Orion Pax is a redeco of ''Titans Return'' [[Kup_(G1)/toys#Titans_Return|Sergeant Kup]], and transforms from a red-and-blue Cybertronic pickup truck which is also an homage to &lt;s&gt;Generation 1 [[Crosshairs (G1)#Generation 1|Crosshairs]]'s vehicle mode &lt;/s&gt; [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Collector's Edition|G1 Optimus's e-HOBBY toy]]. His Titan Master, retooled from [[Recoil (G1)#Generations|Flintlock]], features a new face that is based on the [[Optimus Prime (G1)#Deluxe|''Thrilling 30'' Orion Pax toy]]. As a redeco of the Kup mold, Orion Pax still suffers the leg panel misassembly.<br /> <br /> :The set also includes a redeco of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Generations|''Generations War for Cybertron'']] Optimus Prime figure, which changes the original figure's dark red plastic to a brighter, more vibrant red, changes the gray plastic to a darker charcoal tone, changes the &quot;windows&quot; from gray to nearly black, and replaces most of the original figure's pink-ish red paint details (which were yellow on the redeco from the &quot;Rage over Cybertron&quot; three-pack) to teal.<br /> <br /> :The use of a G1-based Orion Pax design and an Aligned-based Optimus Prime design with Movie Optimus Prime packaging art makes it hard to know where on the wiki this should go, but given the general movie-themed bent of the ''Tribute'' line, we're putting it here. Continuing the tradition, the 2-pack was first released in some Asian countries like Taiwan without any prior announcement from Hasbro itself. A few months after the 2-pack's release, ''Tribute'' Optimus Prime &amp; Orion Pax saw worldwide release through [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]], including an Amazon Japan listing bearing a ''The Last Knight'' ID number. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Studio Series==<br /> [[File:StudioSeries-05-MV2-Voyager-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The face-taker returns...]]<br /> * '''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2018]])<br /> **''Number'': '''05'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''SS-05'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Two Energon Swords<br /> <br /> :''[[Studio Series]]'' Optimus Prime is an all new Voyager Class mold that transforms from robot into a Peterbilt 379 semi-truck. He comes with a pair of Energon Swords, which can be mounted onto his arms or store on the back of his robot mode or truck mode. The figure combines engineering concepts from his ''Age of Extinction'' Voyager Class figure with techniques previously used on ''Prime: First Edition'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Prime: First Edition|Optimus Prime]]. Like the rest of the ''Studio Series'' figures, the figure prioritizes robot mode [[scale]] and thus stands shorter than his Voyager Class wavemate [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|Starscream]]. The CG renders depict him possessing long smokestacks, but the final product has them shortened... again.<br /> <br /> :While stock photos, and renders show the figure with a faceplate, this [https://www.facebook.com/transformers/photos/a.153259298077606.36631.146805978722938/1859790330757819/?type=3&amp;theater image] posted by the Transformers Facebook page shows him with his mouth exposed. It is currently unknown if the figure will have a variant with the mouth.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Movie Edition==<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2018)<br /> **''Series'': '''3'''<br /> **''Bag Code'': '''?'''<br /> :Silver Knight Optimus Prime is a redeco of the series 1 figure, based on the Silver Knight [[Target]] exclusive subline from [[Age of Extinction]].<br /> {{Comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://www.seibertron.com/toys/index.php?f_series_id=64&amp;f_subgroup=&amp;f_name=optimus&amp;f_type=exact Galleries of various different Optimus Prime toys from the Movie]<br /> *[http://www.tfu.info/toytables/movie_optimusprime.htm Optimus Prime at TFU.info]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Age of Extinction Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Battle Masters Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Construct-Bots Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Costco exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Dark of the Moon Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Kmart exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Movie Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:NEST]]<br /> [[Category:Platinum Edition]]<br /> [[Category:Q-Transformers characters]]<br /> [[Category:Revenge of the Fallen Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Sam's Club exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Target exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:The Last Knight Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Titanium Series]]<br /> [[Category:Toys &quot;R&quot; Us exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers (2010) Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Tribute]]<br /> [[Category:Triple Changers]]<br /> [[Category:Wal-Mart exclusives]]</div>

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<p>Technospike: /* Studio Series */</p> <hr /> <div>{{suite}}<br /> <br /> '''[[Optimus Prime (Movie)|Optimus Prime]]''' starred in a film series that made billions of dollars. Woohoo!<br /> <br /> ==Transformers (2007)==<br /> As a tribute to his immense popularity, Optimus Prime is the only ''Movie'' Transformer with a toy in every regular category (Legend, Fast Action, Deluxe, Voyager, and Leader).<br /> <br /> ===Legends Class toys===<br /> [[File:Movie Legends Prime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Shortening the smokestacks is good; [[For safety reasons|it makes the toy safer]]. But removing ONE and keeping the other? Crazy.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese name:'' '''EZ Collection Optimus Prime'''<br /> <br /> : Legends class Optimus Prime is an ''extremely'' simplified toy of the extremely complex movie design. As such, he features numerous unavoidable inaccuracies, such as not transforming or even looking very much like the original design or the larger toy versions in [[robot mode]]. However, proportionally Legends class Optimus Prime is not far off from the real truck and the Leader class toy's [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]], aside from missing a smokestack on the driver's side. He is articulated at the shoulders and upper legs via [[ball joint]]s. He can also hold small weapons, such as [[Cyberverse]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/LegendsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legends Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:TargetGenerationsLegends.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Say, have we met?&quot; &quot;No, I'm not from around here.&quot; &quot;I can tell. You look ''way'' more realistic than I do.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Generations Legends''' (Target exclusive multi-pack, 2007)<br /> <br /> : A [[Target]] [[exclusive]], this four-pack of Legends Class figures contains two versions of both Optimus Prime and Megatron, namely [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Transformers (2007)|Legends of Cybertron Optimus Prime]], Movie Legends Optimus Prime, [[Megatron (Armada)/toys#Transformers (2007)|Legends of Cybertron Megatron]] and [[Megatron (Movie)/toys|Movie Legends Megatron]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BftAS}}<br /> [[File:Movie Allspark Legends pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Get ready for the safety recall, folks.]]<br /> *'''Battle for the Allspark''' (Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive multi-pack, 2007)<br /> <br /> : A [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive, this six-pack of Legends class figures contains unmodified toys of Optimus Prime, [[Jazz (Movie)#TRULegendsPack|Jazz]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Bumblebee]], [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Megatron]], [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Starscream]], and [[Barricade (Movie)/toys#BftAS|Barricade]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Allspark2pack}}<br /> [[File:Movie Legends Nightwatch Prime .jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Be afraid, Decepticons, because I hide in the shadows!]]<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime vs. Stealth Starscream''' (Legends Allspark Battles two-pack, 2008)<br /> <br /> : The previously-released Legends Class Optimus Prime toy is redecoed to match the Leader class Nightwatch Optimus Prime deco. He comes with a predominantly black and silver redeco of [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Allspark2pack|Starscream]].<br /> <br /> : The robot mode is mistransformed: his body is not collapsed down to the waist.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/LegendsNightwatchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legends Nightwatch Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Deluxe Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|Protoform}}<br /> [[File:Movie ProtoformOptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Until I find my feet, I have to use these giant robot hands.]]<br /> *'''Protoform Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-05'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, missile, flame attachment<br /> <br /> :Based upon the &quot;[[Protoform]]&quot; (Cybertronian) appearances of the Transformers in the Movie, Protoform Optimus Prime transforms into his &quot;entry&quot; mode. This mode somewhat resembles a cybertronic truck, with false wheels sculpted onto the sides, and Optimus Prime's trademark windows in front. A flame decoration piece fits to the back of the &quot;vehicle&quot;, creating the illusion of a flaming comet's tail. The bottom of the vehicle has small wheels to roll the toy across smooth surfaces. Oddly, it has NO [[Automorph Technology|automorph]] gimmick at all, a feature most main-line figures have.<br /> <br /> :He resembles previous Optimus characters in robot mode: his angular chest windows are reminiscent of ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)|Cybertron]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]], while his near-animalistic limbs and color scheme are evocative of ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'' [[Optimus Primal]]. He has excellent articulation due to his many ball joints, and is armed with a rifle. The flame attachment can fit onto the end of the (non-firing) gun barrel.<br /> <br /> :Some packaging variants of this figure (perhaps a Wal-Mart exclusive) included a free movie poster depicting a Cybertronian eye overlooking Earth, with an added sticker to the outer plastic bubble saying &quot;Exclusive movie poster!&quot;. It is more of a preview of upcoming figures.<br /> <br /> :This toy was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as a [[Prima|member]] of the [[Dynasty of Primes]] in [[Tales of the Fallen issue 4|''Tales of the Fallen'' #4]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/ProtoformOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Protoform Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Fusioncluster}}<br /> [[File:FusionClusterOptimusStarscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Made out of sculpted wildberry Slurpee.]]<br /> *'''Protoform Optimus Prime Fusion Cluster Edition''' (C3xHobby Convention exclusive Deluxe, Japan 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, missile, flame attachment<br /> <br /> :An extensive redeco of the Protoform Optimus Prime mold that was exclusively available at the Japanese C3xHobby Convention in August of 2007, and later offered by [[e-HOBBY]] in limited quantities. Most of the body is made out of transparent turquoise plastic in order to mimic its frozen state in the &quot;coldness&quot; of space, while orange paint is used on the front end of the &quot;entry&quot; mode, mimicking the heat effects of sudden atmospheric entry. The flame attachment is made out of clear ''blue'' plastic, with the tail end being covered in ''gold'' paint.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|JazzPrimeBrawl3pack}}[[File:Movietoy jazz optimus brawl 3pk.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Deluxe three-pack''' (multi-pack, UK 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun with missile and flame attachment<br /> <br /> :This three-pack, which was available at general retail in the United Kingdom, contains an unchanged Deluxe Class Protoform Optimus Prime together with equally unchanged Deluxe Class [[Brawl (Movie)#JazzPrimeBrawl3pack|Decepticon Brawl]] and [[Jazz (Movie)#JazzPrimeBrawl3pack|Autobot Jazz]] toys.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LuckyDrawProtoform}}[[File:Movietoy gold protoform optimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Gold Protoform Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun with missile and flame attachment<br /> <br /> :This gold [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] (save for his black joints, which they were made out of unpaintable plastic) Protoform Optimus Prime figure was featured as a [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] giveaway (along side similarly gold vac-metal versions of Voyager class Optimus Prime and [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#LuckyDrawProtoform|Protoform Starscream]]) in the December 2007 issue of ''[[TV Magazine]]''. Released in 2008, only 5 pieces were made, making it one of the rarest Lucky Draw figures; the images at right represent the only known photographs of it.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/resources/review/movie+japanese/gold+protoform+optimus+prime+/3696 More information on Gold Protoform Optimus Prime at Transformers @ The Moon]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> [[File:Movie Voyager OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The last one of you out of here gets a... gets a lead salad!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Twin Blaster Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2007]]-[[August|8]]<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-13'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :The mid-range Voyager class ''Movie'' Optimus Prime toy transforms into an amalgamation of the Kenworth W900 and the Peterbilt 379, making this toy fairly inaccurate to the actual vehicle Optimus Prime turned into. Because of the smaller size and lessened complexity, the Voyager class Optimus Prime features a significantly different transformation sequence compared to the Leader class toy, and indeed, the actual CGI design. However, as the actual truck cabin no longer forms his chest, the cabin now features a small interior with opening doors and a non-removable [[Peter Cullen|cowboy-hat-bedecked driver figurine]] that flips out of the seat when the driver's side door is opened.<br /> <br /> : In robot mode, Voyager class Optimus Prime is proportionally more accurate to his CGI design than the leader class toy and has a more accurate headsculpt. However, due to the aforementioned lessened complexity, significant sacrifices had to be made, such as &quot;cheats&quot; to the transformation sequence to achieve this. He is thus less accurate overall than he initially appears. In addition to previously mentioned changes, he carries much of the truck's front hood, grill and fenders on his back like a backpack. Nevertheless, he maintains a superb level of articulation and posability.<br /> <br /> : Optimus Prime is armed with two large rifles formed out of a combination of both smokestacks and fuel tanks. These rifles peg onto his lower arms with grips for his open hands. The under-slung fuel tanks can fire spring-loaded projectiles. In vehicle mode, both smokestack rifles can be deployed as twin cannons, and this mechanism can also be used to store the rifles and deploy them as shoulder guns in robot mode.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/VoyagerOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Voyager Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Robovision}}<br /> [[File:Movie Robovision OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|We'd hate to see what those smokestacks looked like BEFORE Hasbro shortened them.]]<br /> *'''Robo-Vision Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> : A Target-exclusive redeco of the Voyager Class Optimus Prime toy, this limited edition version boasts a &quot;Supermetal finish&quot;, resulting in silver metallic paint covering much of his paintable gray/silver plastic, a much higher contrast in his red and blue plastic colors and improved 'flame' paint decorations.<br /> <br /> : Unusually for the smaller Voyager Class of toys, [[Robo-Vision]] Optimus Prime comes packed in robot mode in a special hexagonal column box with many windows, similar to the original packaging for ''20th Anniversary'' Optimus Prime. The package also includes a [[Robo-Vision Decoder]]. Strangely, this Target exclusive preceded the release of the regular Voyager by a large margin, coming out on [[June 2]], 2007 with the initial wave of movie toys.<br /> <br /> : This toy has been retroactively declared part of the ''Premium Series'' of more [[Show-accuracy|movie-accurate]] redecos of core characters from the movie.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/Robo-VisionOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Robo-Vision Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BeePrimePack}}[[File:Movietoy bee and optimus 2pk.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Bumblebee and Optimus Prime''' (Argos exclusive two-pack, Hong Kong/UK/Australia/France 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A two-pack, available as a mass retail release in Hong Kong, as an Argos exclusive in the United Kingdom, as a Kmart exclusive in Australia, and with undetermined distribution in France. Contains an unchanged Voyager Class Optimus Prime and an equally unchanged Deluxe Class Concept Camaro [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#BeePrimePack|Bumblebee]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:SamsClubMovieVoyagerBattleDamagedOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Given later events, probably less &quot;battle damaged&quot; than &quot;covered in the &lt;s&gt;blood&lt;/s&gt; fuel of his enemies&quot;.]]<br /> *'''Arcee, Starscream &amp; Optimus Prime''' (Sam's Club exclusive three-pack, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A three-pack, exclusive to [[Sam's Club]] stores, consisting of redecos of Voyager Class Optimus Prime and Deluxe Class [[Arcee (Movie)#Battle3pack|Arcee]], both with a battle damage deco, and an unchanged Voyager Class [[Starscream (Movie)/toys|Starscream]]. The Optimus figure would later be released on its own in international markets; see below.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|#LuckyDraw2007Voyager}}[[File:Movietoy gold voyager optimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Gold Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A gold-chromed version of the Voyager Optimus Prime toy was available as part of the same Lucky Draw contest as the Golden Protoform Optimus (see above) in the December 2007 issue of ''TV Magazine''. Limited to only 3 pieces, it is insanely rare. The photographed sample here features a chromed truck grill, while a boxed unit has an unchromed grey grill; the owners of both pieces, the Mapes Brothers of [http://www.transformertoys.co.uk/ Transformers @ The Moon], believe both are genuine TakaraTomy toys, so it unsure if the one with the chromed grill is a testshot or a production variant.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.luckydrawtransformers.com/content.php?/transformers-lucky-draw/toy-gallery/1979/Gold+Optimus+Prime.html More information on Gold Optimus Prime at Lucky Draw Transformers]'' <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|VoyFirstStrike}}<br /> [[File:Movie Voyager Firststrike OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Is ''this'' good enough for [[GEEWUN|you]]?]]<br /> *'''First Strike Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> : Released as part of the ''Allspark Power'' refresh of the movie line, First Strike Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of Voyager class Optimus Prime in a colour scheme based upon ''Generation 1'' and ''Classics'' Optimus Prime. The included toy bio describes this coloring as Prime paying tribute to the markings he wore as a young soldier when the war began. Due to the [[transformation scheme]], this figure actually ends up being ''less'' like its G1 counterpart in robot mode, a sacrifice made for the slavish redeco of the vehicle mode. You can't have your cake and eat it too, folks.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/FirstStrikeOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on First Strike Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:MovieVoyagerBattleDamageOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yet who would have thought the old man to have had so much blood in him?]]<br /> *'''Autobot Optimus Prime''' (&quot;international market&quot; exclusive Voyager-sized toy, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> :A single-packed version of the battle damaged Voyager Optimus Prime toy from the Sam's Club exclusive three-pack. Although the assortment number and the general packaging style (which are both the same also used for the [[Premium Series]] redecos of Voyager Class [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#Premium|Autobot Ratchet]] and [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#VoyagerPremium|Megatron]]) seemed to indicate that this might be a Best Buy exclusive, it was later confirmed to be an &quot;international market&quot; exclusive. It was released in Hasbro's Southeast Asian markets, but was not available in the USA outside the Sam's Club three-pack.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|FreewayBrawl}}<br /> [[File:TF2007-Screen-Battles-Freeway-Brawl-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|NOW WITH 8% BLUE!]]<br /> *'''Freeway Brawl''' (&quot;Screen Battles&quot; two-pack, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles<br /> <br /> : A second Target-exclusive redeco of the Voyager Class Optimus Prime toy, the gray molded pieces were recolored beige-grey, and multiple parts that were previously molded in blue and red (the chest, shoulder pads, and leg interiors) had their mold colors swapped, with extra [[paint operation]]s to make up the difference. As such, the toy has very few visual differences from the regular release of the sculpt, in a &quot;doing things differently to achieve a very similar end result&quot; sense. This version was only available in a pack with an unchanged Deluxe Class [[Bonecrusher (Movie)#FreewayBrawl|Bonecrusher]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/ScreenBattlesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Freeway Brawl Optimus Prime at TFU.info.]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> [[File:MovieLeader OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Y'think Prime got a makeover? We have it on good authority that Movie [[Roller (G1)|Roller]] is a kicked-out low-rider with a jammin' sound system and neon-purple undercarriage lighting.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : The largest 2007 ''Transformers'' movie Optimus Prime toy, Leader Class Optimus Prime featured, at the time, the most accurate representation of the CGI designs' complex transformation sequence. He transforms into a heavily-customized [http://www.peterbilt.com/index_gal_mod_desc.asp?model=model379 Peterbilt 379] conventional extended-hood, and unusually for a mainline figure, he has rubber tires on all his wheels. His [[Ion blaster]] weapon is stored in the rear of the truck's bunk, exposed like an engine block. Though Optimus has no trailer, he has a hole where the fifth wheel hitch is sculpted in the rear of the truck, should owners find a suitable trailer to use. Due to [[For safety reasons|safety reasons]], the tips of his long smokestacks are made of rubber. A switch on top of the cab roof activates horn sounds and window lights.<br /> <br /> : Featuring a complex transformation, the front and back ends of the truck essentially fold and converge to become Optimus Prime's legs, as much of the truck rear is connected to the robot thighs via a series of folding panels. The rear wheel cowlings feature a hinge joint in the middle of them so they do not impede his knee articulation. The halves of the rear cabin of the cab, directly connected to the smokestacks, rotate and connect to his torso and unfold into his arms. As with most mainline Movie toys, Optimus Prime features [[Automorph Technology|Automorph]] gimmicks, and due to his price point, he has three of them. Firstly, during initial transformation, rotating his front fenders to become his heels flips the top parts of the grill to become his toes. Secondly, sliding out the double-barrel cannon in his right forearm flips out his spring-loaded Ion Blaster, which lands into place for his right hand. (The Ion Blaster can actually be popped off his forearm fairly easily, as it is held in place by a simple clip.) Optimus's final Automorph, located in his torso, is activated by flipping the silver lever on his stomach, activating a series of spring-loaded actions where the truck windows are pushed apart and the lever between them is raised, enabling the head to spring up from the chest cavity. At this point, yellow LEDs light up the chest windows and Optimus Prime's eyes, accompanied by a &quot;powering up&quot; sound effect.<br /> <br /> : Optimus Prime has a wide range of articulation for a relatively bulky figure. He has ratcheting joints in his shoulders, elbows, hips, and knees, with swivel joints and ball joints supporting them in his biceps, lower knee joints, and ankles. His hands even have individually articulated fingers and thumbs!<br /> <br /> :This mold never saw release for another 9 years until his ''Tribute'' redeco.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Leader Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|CostcoPrimeBonus}}<br /> [[File:2007MovieOptimusPrimeCostCoBonusPack.jpg|thumb|Cylinders are the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime bonus pack''' ([[Costco]] exclusive multi-pack, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> :A Costco exclusive special pack of Leader Class Optimus Prime with Legends Class [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#CostcoPrimeBonus|Bumblebee]] and [[Jazz (Movie)#CostcoPrimeBonus|Autobot Jazz]] as bonus figures. All three toys are unchanged from their respective original releases.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|chrome}}<br /> [[File:Movie G4Contest Chrome OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Completists, eat your heart out!]]<br /> *'''Chrome Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : Two custom-made pieces (presented in robot and vehicle mode) by the [[Hasbro]] ''Transformers'' team as the grand prize for G4TV and [http://www.jumpcut.com Jumpcut]'s contest for fans to remix selected Transformers clips. Won by [http://www.TFW2005.com/ TFW2005.com] member James Zahn, this one-of-a-kind (well, two-of-a-kind) piece is an almost fully [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum-metallized]] Leader-class Optimus Prime in red, silver and blue (based heavily upon Generation 1 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]]), presented with a custom display base with an embossed silver Autobot insignia and a perspex display case.<br /> <br /> :It is certainly one of the rarest Transformers toys ever, and unless you are James, you will never own one.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|UKNightwatch}}<br /> [[File:Movie Leader Nightwatch OptimusPrime 2007.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Either this is [[Ultra Magnus (disambiguation)|Ultra Magnus]] or [[Nemesis Prime (disambiguation)|Nemesis Prime]].]]<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, UK 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MA-18'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : The first Nightwatch Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of the previously released Leader-class Optimus Prime, replacing most of his red and blue with different shades of blue and black. In fact, he resembles the original [[Diaclone]] Powered Convoy color scheme of ''Generation 1'' [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/toys|Ultra Magnus]]'s truck cab. The previously blue and red flames have been replaced with silver flames, while various other decos have been replaced by copper.<br /> <br /> : This version was released in the UK several months before the ''AllSpark Power'' version. Available exclusively through Argos stores, it came in an American-style box with the original Movie packaging design. This version was also released by [[TakaraTomy]] in Japan.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/NightwatchOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Nightwatch Optimus Prime on TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LuckyDraw2007Leader}}<br /> [[File:TF-2007-Lucky-Draw-Gold-Leader-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Now that is what I called a gold-plated kill.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Gold Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> :A gold vacuum-metallized Leader class Optimus Prime was available as a [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] prize figure in [[Japan]], as well as being a promotional competition figure for various [[Hasbro]] branches elsewhere in the world. Only 88 pieces were made. <br /> <br /> :Although the figure can transform, the feet were fixated to accommodate with the stand.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|USNightwatch}}<br /> [[File:Movie Leader Nightwatch OptimusPrime 2008.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Ultra Prime or Nemesis Magnus?]]<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, USA 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> : The second Nightwatch Optimus Prime was released as part of the &quot;[[AllSpark Power]]&quot; second half of the Movie line. He is similar to the UK version of Nightwatch Prime, replacing most of his red and blue with different shades of blue and black, retaining his resemblance to Diaclone Powered Convoy in most respects. However, the subdued black and copper on the first Nightwatch Prime have been replaced with gold and a ''very'' bright blue, to signify the All Spark energy affecting the Transformers. The translucent parts were also cast in purple translucent plastic instead of black translucent plastic.<br /> <br /> : Another difference is that this version comes in an ''AllSpark Power''-style box instead of the original style.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Premium}}<br /> [[File:Premium movie OP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Cyclonus (G1)/toys|Bunny-ears]] Prime.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (&quot;Premium Series&quot; Leader Class, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Detachable, Retractable &quot;energy sword&quot;<br /> <br /> : The Premium Series Optimus Prime is both a [[retool]] and a redeco of the Leader Class Optimus Prime toy. The major selling point is a more movie-accurate head sculpt with longer ears and detailing based on the final CG head design, and a flip-out energy sword to replace the ion blaster that was included with previous versions of the toy. This energy sword is detachable and attaches where the Ion Blaster did, compatible with non-premium Optimus Prime Leader-class-based releases. Because his ears are much longer, the truck roof panel that hides his head now has two holes cut into so the head can fit inside the cabin.<br /> <br /> :The paint deco is... unfocused, to say the least. In vehicle mode, the grill, headlights, and bumpers (and thus his feet) are painted silver, yet the red in the small Autobot insignia has been removed. There is silver paint on the fuel tanks (toy battery cover), but not on the other tool boxes and equipment in the same location. There is also silver paint on all 6 wheel rims, the air cleaners, and the windscreen visor. In robot mode, the silver paint is mainly located on his thighs and crotch, though in order to save on costs, the dark blue and gold paint on his thighs and knee joints have been sacrificed.<br /> <br /> : Unlike the initial ''Premium Series'' toys, this one was available as part of the regular mass retail Leader class assortment. The instructions still depicts the original Leader Class mold's head.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|LeaderMA21}}<br /> [[File:Movie Leader OptimusPrimeBattleMode.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|He loves his lips so much, he won't let anyone sculpt them on his toys.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Battle Mode''' (Leader Class, 2008)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MA-21'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Detachable, Retractable &quot;energy sword&quot;<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy version of Premium Series Optimus Prime has a considerably different deco from Hasbro's release. Similar to the unique chrome Optimus Prime, Optimus Prime Battle Mode features vacuum-metallized parts for nearly all of the silver truck parts, for a greater resemblance to the polished chrome on the real prop trucks. Unfortunately, as his feet are the front fenders and grill, this will likely lead to chipping. In robot mode, he retains several decos that were removed from Hasbro's Premium Optimus Prime for cost reasons, such as the blue and gold decos on his thighs. Finally, the flip-out energy sword is coloured gold to reflect its &quot;powered up&quot; appearance.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Fast Action Battlers===<br /> [[File:Movie FAB OptimusPrime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Okay mommy, me got my backback and big gun thingy. Me go to robot school now?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Power Hook Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2007)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''QC-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 1 Missile<br /> <br /> :[[Fast Action Battlers|Fast Action Battler]] Power Hook Optimus Prime is a (roughly) Deluxe-class made for children of younger ages than the rest of the mainline and was designed to have quick conversion and action feature. He has a little string attached to his missile that was tied to his &quot;backpack&quot; for easy storage and so the little ones wouldn't lose the missile.<br /> <br /> :He is rather inaccurate to Optimus Prime's design.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/FABOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Power Hook Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|LeaderForTheAges}}<br /> [[File:Movie LeaderfortheAges 2pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The more things change, the more they, uh, get bigger guns.]]<br /> *'''Leader for the Ages''' (Wal*Mart exclusive two-pack, 2007)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 1 gun, 1 Missile<br /> <br /> : This Wal*Mart-exclusive two-pack contains the ''Fast Action Battler'' Power Hook Optimus Prime toy, designated &quot;2007 Optimus Prime&quot;, and the ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Transformers (2007)|Optimus Prime]] toy from ''The Ultimate Battle'' DVD two-pack. Both toys are identical to their normal individual releases.<br /> <br /> : For some reason, the ''Classics'' Optimus toy is designated &quot;1984 Optimus Prime&quot; on the packaging, even though it was released in 2006... well, he ''looks'' like Prime from '84, so hey, what the hell.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FABFireBlast}}<br /> [[File:Mov2007-toy FAB FireBlastPrime.JPG|upright=1.66|thumb|[[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus]], is that you?]]<br /> *'''Fire Blast Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2008)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 1 Missile<br /> <br /> : Fire Blast Optimus Prime is a [[redeco]] of the previously released Power Hook Optimus Prime fast action battler. The color scheme is loosely based upon ''Generation 1'' [[Hot Rod (G1)/toys|Rodimus Prime]], explained rather oddly in the card bio as being the camouflage Optimus took while hunting Decepticons on Mars post-movie... because there are so many long-nose cabs driving around Mars. Yeah.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2008/Autobot/FABOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Fire Blast Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyber Slammers===<br /> [[File:Movie CyberSlammers Prime toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Okay, let the bumper car battle begin! One shall stand, one shall...get knocked back a few metres.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyber Slammer, 2007)<br /> <br /> : [[Cyber Slammers]] Optimus Prime is an amazingly cute truck that transforms into an amazingly cute Autobot. &quot;Slam&quot; his robot mode down into car mode and he rolls along for a while, then snaps back up into robot mode. Sure to please the toddler you brought with you to the PG-13 movie! Like most Cyber Slammers, Prime manages to cram most of his vehicle mode's major details into a compact, super-deformed version of that mode.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Autobot/CySlamOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyber Slammer Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Trans-Scanning===<br /> [[File:TransScanningOptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The Optimus Prime of your nightmares.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2008)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TS-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Display stand <br /> <br /> : [[Trans-scan]]ning Optimus Prime is a Japanese-exclusive figure with many interchangeable parts. At its most basic, the figure is a spindly skeleton referred to as a &quot;Core Body&quot;. To this skeleton, two sets of armor pieces can be attached to create one of two forms for Optimus Prime: his [[protoform]] mode or his Earth mode.<br /> <br /> : The protoform mode consists of eight pieces of metallic blue plastic that plug into the arms, chest, pelvis and legs of the figure. With these pieces attached, the figure can be manipulated in a manner that might charitably be called &quot;transformation&quot; into his meteor-like &quot;entry mode,&quot; accomplished by doing little more than tucking the head out of sight and folding the chest back. This blue-and-grey lump can be mounted on a three-piece stand that comes with the figure, allowing you to display it in mid-plummet. Optimus Prime's Earth mode, meanwhile, is made up of many armor pieces (including a particularly large backpack) that form a rather [[Kibble|kibbly]] robot mode, which can then transform into a truck approximating a Peterbilt 379. We would go into what an abominable, unintuitive, parts-massaging ''mess'' this transformation is, but we wouldn't want to fill up the rest of the page.<br /> <br /> : Optimus Prime also includes a pair of interchangeable, open-palmed hands that can be swapped out for the clenched fists that are in place in-package. The Core Body mold was re-used for the simultaneously released Trans-Scanning [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Trans-Scanning|Bumblebee]] figure.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Optimus Prime Figure===<br /> [[File:SpychangerMovieOptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The shoulders house a kickin' stereo system.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Spychanger, 2007)<br /> <br /> :&quot;Optimus Prime Figure&quot; (オプティマスプライム・フィギア)&lt;ref&gt;Named as such in ''Transformers Generations 2009'' Vol. 2, page 52.&lt;/ref&gt; is a redeco of [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] Spychanger [[Scourge (RID)|Scourge]], painted to resemble ''Movie'' Optimus Prime. Of note is the [[tampograph]]ed detailing on his chest resembling ''Movie'' Prime's distinctive chest design. Like most Spychangers, he features high speed axles and can roll very well across smooth surfaces, but lacks the weight to propel him quickly. <br /> <br /> :He was only available exclusively in Japan with a pre-order for the ''[[Transformers (film)|Transformers]]'' DVD and HD-DVD.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2007/Cybertron/DVDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on &quot;Optimus Prime Figure&quot; at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Revenge of the Fallen==<br /> ===Legends Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|ROTFlegend}}[[File:ROTF Legends OptimusPrime.jpg|301px|thumb|AT LAST! Two smokestacks!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-01'''<br /> [[File:ROTF Legends Prime Jetfire combo.jpg|thumb|left|Don't I look awesome with my corpse backpack?]]<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Legends class Optimus Prime is an all-new, much more accurate mold compared to the 2007 Legends class Prime, having a much greater accuracy in both robot and vehicle mode. In particular, his vehicle mode isn't inexplicably missing one smokestack like the 2007 toy. It should be noted that he was molded in only one paintable plastic color, with red and blue deco patterns decked on it. The top of the truck's bunk (ending up on his back in robot mode) has a slot to combine with [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]]. For some reason, this isn't mentioned in the instructions, though they're hardly needed.<br /> <br /> : Compared to the final product, stock photos of the figure loses blue paint operations on his knee armor.<br /> <br /> : During the [[May 30]] launch event for the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline in [[Japan]], Legends Optimus were given out to attendees. The only difference is a sticker on the packaging commemorating the event. Optimus also saw release as a blindpacked figure for the first wave of the Revenge of the Fallen EZ Collection sets. And like all first waves, he comes with a flyer advertising the TakaraTomy releases of the Revenge of the Fallen toyline.<br /> <br /> :[[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#EZScanning|Like]] [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 2|some]] [[Sideswipe_(Movie)#Cyberverse|other]] [[Jazz (Movie)#LegendsVsBonecrusher|Legends]]/[[Bumblebee_(Movie)/toys#Cyberverse|Legion Class]] toys, several of the loose units were dumped in some Hobby Shop dealers in Asia. Although most of them had full paint operations, you might be unlucky to find one with a missing paint ops on the faceplate.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/LegOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsBattleDamage}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Legends OptimusPrime Battledamage.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|A little blue paint goes a long way.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Damage Version''' (Legends, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-09'''<br /> <br /> : A &quot;Battle Damaged&quot; variant featured in the second wave of EZ Collection (the Japanese name for Legends class toys), with more elaborate, weathered paint applications.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsPowerArmor}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-toy Legends PowerArmorPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Power Armor Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2009)<br /> <br /> :This [[redeco]] of Legends class Optimus Prime features a slightly darkened colour scheme and red legs.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/LegPowerArmorOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legends Power Armor Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsDefender}}<br /> [[File:EZCollectionDefenderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Here to mend and defend! ... hahaha, no, really, hand your face over. '''Now.''']]<br /> *'''Defender Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection, March 2010)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of Legends Optimus Prime replacing his red plastic with more blue and silver, but sprucing things up a bit with red flame [[paint operation]]s. Defender Optimus Prime (ディフェンダーオプティマスプライム) was only available in Japan as part of their ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]]'' promotion in March 2010. It was given away for free to customers who purchased ''Animated'' merchandise at Edion, Bic Camera and Yodobashi Camera stores.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|LegendsSpecialColor}}<br /> [[File:EZCollectionOptimusPrimeSpecialColor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Special Color''' (EZ Collection, April 2010)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''EZ-21'''<br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime Special Color (オプティマスプライム特別カラー, ''Optimus Prime Tokubetsu Color'') was only available blindpacked as part of TakaraTomy's EZ Collection Vol. 3. It is a clear version of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' mold, casted in clear plastic with opaque paint operations on the details.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|ROTFvoyager}}[[File:ROTF Voyager OptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Look! I got a tan!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2009)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles <br /> <br /> :Voyager Optimus Prime is a [[redeco]] of the toy from the [[Movie (toyline)|first movie's toyline]]. Like several redecos or retools of 2007 movie toys, there has been some effort to make this release noticeably different from the previous releases, though the toy ends up looking less accurate to the actual movie appearance than those previous releases. Optimus Prime has a sort of faded Autobot [[insignia|logo]] on the side of the truck's bunk, and kanji (Chinese characters) on the roof (ending up on his knee in robot mode.) The word &quot;上海将军&quot; means &quot;Shanghai General&quot;, while &quot;大将&quot; means &quot;Grand general&quot;.<br /> <br /> :The Japanese version of the toy, named &quot;Optimus Prime Revenge Edition&quot;, was exclusively available at Tokyo Toy Show 2009, and later also from [[e-HOBBY]]. Despite being sold in Hasbro packaging like the mass retail ''Revenge'' toys in Japan (plus the addition of Japanese stickers marking it as a Japanese market release and containing Japanese safety warnings and manufacturer information), it slightly differed from the Hasbro version insofar as it lacked the [[tampograph]]ed kanji lettering.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded|Japanese release}}<br /> :::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/VoyagerOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime on TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|PrimeBee2Pack}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Bumblebee''' (Two-pack, 2009)<br /> <br /> :An unchanged version of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Voyager-Class Optimus Prime (see above) was released in a two-pack, alongside an unchanged version of ''Movie'' Deluxe-Class &quot;[[Premium Series]]&quot; [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#PrimeBee2Pack|Bumblebee]]. This two-pack has been confirmed to have been released in Malaysia and was apparently also sold in Indonesia and India.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|VoyagerDefender}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Voyager DefenderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Kaboom, yo. Ka-friggin-boom.]]<br /> *'''Defender Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles <br /> <br /> :This redeco of Voyager-Class Optimus Prime swaps out the red and some of the silver plastic with black and blue, changes the blue flames to red and silver, lightly nodding towards [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Generation 2|his Generation 2 Laser incarnation]]. <br /> <br /> :Defender Optimus Prime also comes with two packaging variants: aside from his default packaging, the other was packed in robot mode in a vertical packaging similar to the Leader Class figure.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/DefenderOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Defender Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|VoyagerJetPower}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Voyager JetPowerOptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|301px|Use your friends wisely.]]<br /> *'''Jet Power Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2010)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MR-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 rifle/smokestack-fuel tank assemblies, 2 missiles, sword, Jetfire armour parts<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen: Unite for the Universe|Unite for the Universe]]'' Optimus Prime would have been a redeco of the 2007 Optimus Prime Voyager-Class mold in a similar style to the Leader-Class Buster Optimus Prime (see below), with a much more accurate and detailed paint scheme, including white stenciled flames. He would have come with a set of [[Jetfire (ROTF)#Voyager Class toys|Jetfire]] armour parts to form the powered-up Optimus Prime seen at end of ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'', and due to not having to form Jetfire's robot mode or his jet mode, the armour parts are far more accurate to the movie's design of them than the leader class Jetfire toy could manage. While not combined to Optimus Prime, the armour can be arranged to form a sort of weapon emplacement mode or a jet engine on the back of Optimus's vehicle mode. <br /> <br /> :Both Jet Power Optimus Prime and the accompanying redeco of Voyager-Class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#UniteMegatron|Megatron]] would have come with an issue of the [[Unite for the Universe issue 1|''Unite for the Universe'' comic book]], but due to the cancellation of both figures, the comics were eventually included with the [[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Movie Masterpiece]] releases of Leader-Class [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Starscream]] and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Masterpiece|Bumblebee]]. Of amusement is the fact the comics are essentially showcasing toys that have been canceled. <br /> <br /> {{canceledtoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Mini-figure====<br /> {{anchor|VoyagerMini-figure}}<br /> [[File:ROTF mini figure Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|He won't be [[Decapitation|taking]] [[The Fallen|anybody's]] faces at THAT size.]]<br /> *'''Stratosphere''' (Voyager, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''RA-17'''<br /> <br /> :Voyager-Class [[Stratosphere]] comes with a transformable Optimus Prime mini-figure that deploys from his cargo bay, based upon scenes from the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' movie. The articulation is limited to hinges on his arms, legs and shoulders, all three of them being contingent from his transformation.<br /> <br /> :Towering at only barely over two inches, this was actually not just the smallest movie-verse Optimus but even the smallest transformable figure of Optimus Prime for a while - ironically enough, being even slightly tinier than the [[Smallest Transforming Transformers]] [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]] - that is, until he was later &quot;out-tinied&quot; by [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Q-Transformers|two]] [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Tiny Turbo Changers|other]] cute super deformed versions.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/MiniOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on mini Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> [[File:ROTF Leader OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I will not stop telling you that I am Optimus Prime. Ever!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''RA-01'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' Leader-class Optimus Prime is an entirely different mold from the first movie's Leader-class Optimus Prime. <br /> <br /> :Like the previous Prime, it is loaded with features, though it ditches the first movie's [[Automorph Technology|Automorph]]ing for the new [[Mech Alive]] gimmick. When a grey tab on his midriff is pressed, Prime's entire pectoral region &quot;flexes&quot;, lights in his chest and eyes glow, and he declares &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot; in [[Peter Cullen]]'s voice. For the European release of the figure, to get past the language barrier, the Cullen sound clip is abbreviated to just &quot;Optimus Prime&quot;; in some regions, including Quebec and the UK (but only after a month or two), both versions were made available. A transformation sound effect activates when his torso is transformed, and once Prime is in truck mode, an almost unnoticeable button (a small square located beside the screw for the battery compartment, undocumented in his instructions) is revealed, which activates engine-idling noises. <br /> <br /> :Each arm features flip-out blades that trigger when a button on the forearm is pressed. Each of these blades has a [[Cyberglyphics|Cyberglyphic]] symbol on it. The blades severely restrict Prime's arm articulation when retracted, as they get in the way of the kibble, but as there is very little one can do with Prime's arms without causing the blades to deploy, this is hardly noticeable. <br /> <br /> :One detail not reflected in most of Hasbro's photos is that the sun visors above Prime's windows are mounted on ball joints and can be positioned like they are in his CG design. The hood halves on his arms can slide up on their hinges and the blue panels at the back of Prime's lower legs can be pulled out slightly as well for further screen accuracy. <br /> <br /> :Overall, the robot mode of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' leader class Optimus Prime toy is slightly taller and considerably more athletic-looking than the 2007 ''Transformers'' Leader-class Optimus Prime toy.<br /> <br /> [[File:ROTF Leader Jetfire PowerUpPrime toy.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4|Who's your daddy? He is.]]<br /> :Optimus Prime can also combine with Leader-class [[Jetfire (ROTF)|Jetfire]] to form Jetpower Optimus Prime by slightly transforming his backpack and feet. Sadly, this takes away from his leg articulation, because otherwise he could never support the massive backpack he has in this mode. However, fans have created alternate configurations that increase leg articulation and movie-accuracy.<br /> <br /> :Like several new-mold ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toys, Optimus Prime suffers from some cost-cutting measures that affected the final production version of the mold. According to Hasbro's stock photos/back-of-box photo of the hand-painted [[prototype]], the toolboxes on the sides of his legs were designed to fold away further for a sleeker, cleaner look. Additionally, the rear tires would have been able to split in half, with the inner half of the tire going inside the outer half to recreate the thin tires seen on Prime's CG design. Some articulation was lost on the toy between Hasbro stock photography and the final release. His fingers are no longer articulated; instead, the entire hand is now one molded piece. Finally, the lower arms appear to have been originally designed so that his hands could slide in or out of them during transformation. Sadly, he also lacks rubber tires, which the original movie Prime did have. Meanwhile, the articulated fingers was later used for the ''Asia Premium Series'' &amp; ''Movie The Best'' releases.<br /> <br /> :As a result of striving for vehicle realism and painstaking accuracy to his visual portrayal in the live-action films, this Optimus Prime ends up being ridiculously complex. Transforming him back into a truck is probably more complicated than shown in the movie and can only be considered ''torture''. Very unfortunately, the [[instructions]] for this toy are infamous for being amazingly vague and unclear in their visual depiction of the transformation steps, making transformation even ''harder''. Also, let us not forget that, upon transforming him back to robot mode, he will declare his identity over and over and over and over and over until you're finished.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy release of Optimus Prime replaces the red plastic from his neck down to the middle of his pectorals with gray plastic. The smokestacks also are a different shade of gray, and are more opaque than the Hasbro release.<br /> <br /> <br /> :This version can also attach [[Energon star]]s.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Leader Class Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|ShanghairLimited}}<br /> *'''Limited Edition Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2009)<br /> <br /> :This release of Optimus Prime was available at the May 23, 2009 midnight launch of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' toyline at the [[Shanghai]] Toys 'R' Us. Limited to 576 pieces, this piece was presented in a wooden box with a numbered certificate, Autobot sigil dog tag, and of course, the leader class Optimus Prime toy. The toy itself was unchanged.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|withCamshaft}}<br /> [[File:ROFTOptimusWCamshaft.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|Who are you, again?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' with '''Autobot Camshaft''' (Leader value pack, 2009)<br /> <br /> : This [[Walmart]] exclusive value pack featured an unchanged Leader-class Optimus Prime sold with an unchanged [[Camshaft (Movie)|Camshaft]] from the first movie toyline. They came packaged in a special wider box and were sold for the same price as a normal Leader toy.<br /> <br /> :Leader-class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Megatron was available in a similar value pack at the same time, which likewise included Camshaft.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|AmazonDVDBlack}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Leader OptimusPrime BlackVersion.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It's like Optimus and The Fallen had some illegitimate love child.....]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Black Version''' (Leader, Japan 2009)<br /> <br /> :An [[exclusive]] to Amazon.co.jp, this redeco of Optimus Prime is bundled with the Japanese release of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' DVD. He is another in a long line of [[black repaint]]s, swapping most of his red and blue plastic for black, some of his bright grey plastic for a cool grey and blue, and is covered with gold and silver flames. His orange blades are now translucent blue. <br /> <br /> :TakaraTomy improved upon the original Leader-class Optimus Prime instruction sheet by including supplementary photographed steps that were previously vague or neglected in the original release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BusterOptimus}}<br /> [[File:ROTF Leader BusterOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Reinforcing the belief that Takara makes better toys than Hasbro.]]<br /> *'''Buster Optimus Prime''' (Leader, Japan 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''RA-24'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into [[Ion blaster]]<br /> <br /> :This version of Leader-class Optimus Prime features a new lower face sculpt that lacks a [[faceplate]], as well as the replacement of his fuel tank/exhaust assemblies with new, transforming versions that can combine into his ion blaster/barrage cannon. To the simultaneous pleasure and displeasure of people who had already purchased the first release of Leader-class ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime, Buster Optimus Prime features an extensive paint job that closely matches Prime's appearance on the big screen, including covering almost all of his grey plastic with silver paint or chrome, expanding and outlining all of the flame tampographs white for greater accuracy to [[Industrial Light &amp; Magic|ILM]]'s computer model, and generally painting in small details, nooks and crannies that were neglected on the first release due to cost-cutting reasons. The red and blue plastic colors also vary from the original release, to better match his film appearance.<br /> <br /> :TakaraTomy improved upon the original Leader-class Optimus Prime instruction sheet by including supplementary photographed steps that were previously vague or neglected in the original release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|JetfireBuster}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-JetpowerOptimusPrime2Pack-OptimusPrimetoy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2009)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into [[Ion blaster]]<br /> [[File:ROTF-JetpowerOptimusPrime2Pack-CombinedMode.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.4]]<br /> <br /> :This [[TakaraTomy]] Asian market-[[exclusive]] Leader Class two-pack consists of a redecoed [[Jetfire (ROTF)#JetfireBuster|Jetfire]] and a slightly altered Buster Optimus Prime. Buster Optimus Prime is almost identical to the single-pack Japanese release of the toy, but unlike the standalone Buster Prime, has a head with a faceplate, itself containing more paint details than the first release of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader-class Optimus Prime. The flames are outlined with light blue instead of white for accuracy to the physical truck prop (though it ends up being inaccurate in robot mode). Jetfire has a subtle, more [[show-accuracy|movie-accurate]] colour scheme.<br /> <br /> :Despite the fact that this is a TakaraTomy release, this version ''doesn't'' use the improved version of Optimus' [[instructions]], using instead the original (and less helpful) version.<br /> <br /> This release of Buster Optimus Prime was susceptible to a paint scraping issue on the silver painted slide-out barrel of his blaster. This problem was fixed for the [[#DOTMJetfireBuster|DOTM Re-release]] by relocating the silver paint app from the barrel to the inside wall of an exposed gas tank that had been previously left as unpainted grey plastic. The black paint app on the barrel was left unchanged. <br /> <br /> :In mid 2010, this set was released in Australia. In early 2011, it was released in the Philippines. In late 2011, [[#DOTMJetfireBuster|this set]] was [[Rebranding|re-released]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' [[packaging]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|FamilyMartClear}}<br /> [[File:FamilyMartClearColorPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Making one of the most complex Transformers ever entirely out of clear plastic? What could POSSIBLY go wrong?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Limited Clear Color Edition''' (Leader, 2010)<br /> <br /> : This translucent plastic version of Leader class Optimus Prime is Prize A in a &quot;Family Mart&quot; convenient store chain competition beginning in [[October]], [[2010]]. Punters can purchase entries into the competition for 500 yen each.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|GoldLeader}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Gold Version''' (Leader, 2010)<br /> : This gold redeco of Leader Class Optimus Prime was offered as a Lucky Draw in the December 2009 edition of TV Magazine, and is limited to a mere 3 pieces, making it one of the lowest production run Lucky Draw Campaign Toys.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Fast Action Battlers===<br /> {{anchor|ROTFfastactionbattlers}}<br /> [[File:ROTF FAB OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Two blades means ''twice'' the [[Decapitation|fun]]!]]<br /> *'''Double Blade Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2009)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Projectile<br /> <br /> :Double Blade Optimus Prime is an all-new [[Fast Action Battlers]] version of Optimus Prime, with a much more accurate sculpt and a less-inaccurate transformation. He features two spring-loaded energy swords and a projectile launcher with a single [[missile]].<br /> :For [[design change|whatever reason]], his elbows have been molded so as not to bend, despite actually having real pinned elbow joints. The plastic section in the way, however, can be easily sliced out to restore full functionality.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/FABOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Double Blade Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|FABPowerArmor}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-toy FAB PowerArmorOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Power Armor Optimus Prime''' (Fast Action Battler, 2010)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Projectile<br /> <br /> :Power Armor Optimus Prime is a [[redeco]] of Double Blade Optimus Prime, coloring much of the toy black. Intended to represent him combined with Jetfire.<br /> <br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Battle Chargers===<br /> [[File:ROTF BattleChargers OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|It's return of the bumper cars, only this time we can sit down.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Battle Charger, 2009)<br /> <br /> :[[Robot Powered Machines|Battle Charger]] Optimus Prime is, much like the first movie line's [[Cyber Slammers]] Prime, a super-deformed truck from which a robot mode springs up as you play. The toy uses a [[pull-back motor]], and when pulled back and released, the toy's roof will flip open and Optimus Prime's cutesified robot mode will pop up.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:ROTFBattleChargersCyberArmorOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|Oh great, the front is silver. Well THAT'S a big difference...]]<br /> *'''Cyber Armor Optimus Prime''' (Battle Charger, 2009)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of the first Battle Charger with parts of the truck colored silver, such as the hood and hubcaps.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Gravity Bots===<br /> [[File:ROTF GravityBots OptimusPrime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Oh no, Optimus let himself go [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Energon|again]]!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Gravity Bot, 2009)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''GB-01'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Gravity Bot]]s'' Optimus Prime is an extremely simplified version of Optimus with a small tab on the bottom of his feet that when he placed on his feet will automatically transform him to robot mode. There is also one on his back side that when placed upon will transform him to his vehicle mode.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/GBOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Gravity Bots'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BlueSteelPrime}}<br /> [[File:ROTF-toy GravityBots BattleSteelPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|feeling' a little blue about the mass here.]]<br /> *'''Battle Steel Optimus Prime''' (Gravity Bot, 2010)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of ''Gravity Bots'' Optimus featuring a gray hood with red flames, which is inspired by his Defender redecoes.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GBBattleSteelOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Gravity Bots'' Battle Steel Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==''Transformers'' (2010)==<br /> ===Legends Class toys===<br /> [[File:TF2010 ROTF Legends Fireburst Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime can't deal with you!]]<br /> *'''Fireburst Optimus Prime''' (Legends, 2010)<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers (2010 toyline)|Transformers]]: [[Hunt for the Decepticons]]'' Fireburst Optimus Prime is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime, with its coloration inspired by ''Generation 1'' Ultra Magnus. The toy retains all the functionality of the previous releases, including the undocumented ability to combine with Jetfire.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/FireburstOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Fireburst Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|VictoryFallen}}<br /> [[File:TF-2010-VotF-Legends-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Looks like we're surrounded, Jetfire.&quot; &quot;Who's 'we', Autobot?&quot;]]<br /> *'''The Victory of The Fallen''' (Kmart Exclusive Legends 5-pack, 2010)<br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Optimus Prime with predominately red forearms and red/silver thighs, which it was meant to be a ''Generation 1''-inspired deco. He comes bundled with redecos of [[The Fallen#Transformers (2010)|The Fallen]], [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Megatron]], [[Jetfire (ROTF)#Legends Class toys 2|Jetfire]], and [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 3|Starscream]] in a [[Kmart]]-exclusive five-pack. To date, this is the only Hasbro release of this figure that acknowledges the combining feature between Jetfire and Optimus Prime.<br /> <br /> :This redeco is also re-released as part of the ''Chronicle'' EZ Collection lineup. ([[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Chronicle|See below]].) <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:EZCollectionVol5OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|EVILLLLLL PRIME.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection, 2010)<br /> <br /> :This Japanese exclusive release of Optimus Prime features much more black coloring than the previous releases, and it's (coincidentally) based on the Fast Action Battlers Power Armor Optimus Prime toy, so as to be used with the similarly-repainted Legends Jetfire figure to form the Optimus' powered up combination. For some reason, he has red eyes.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|BattleBlades}}[[File:TF2010 ROTF Voy BattleBladesOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|GIVE ME YOUR, UH... MONEY! ''(Hasbro Version Pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:Aa-01-battle-blades-prime-japanese-version.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I call these bad boys the [[Grindor (ROTF)|&quot;face takers&quot;]] ''(TakaraTomy Version Pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Battle Blades Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2010)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AA-01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Matrix of Leadership, 2 Fuel Tank-Gun assemblies, removable Energon Swords<br /> <br /> :Battle Blades Optimus Prime is a brand new sculpt that attempts to replicate his Leader Class design. He is much more movie accurate than the previous Voyager incarnations. He features two [[Dual Energon Swords|energon swords]] made of soft plastic, similar to his Leader Class incarnation, albeit not spring-loaded. They can be detached from the mushroom joints they're on, although doing this excessively may cause them to warp. <br /> <br /> :He also has a removable [[Matrix of Leadership]] in his chest which is made of unpainted gray plastic. In an awesome homage, the Movie matrix rests on a stand molded to look like it's G1 incarnation. <br /> <br /> :His fuel tanks can also separate from the truck panels and become two [[barrage cannon]]s. Oddly enough, these guns are mentioned nowhere on the box even though they would normally be a selling point. <br /> <br /> :The [[instructions]] neglect to mention that the entire roof of the cab is on a concealed hinge which greatly eases the difficulty of Prime's transformation. For whatever reason, the instructions treat the toy as if the hinge does not exist, going so far as to show Prime's head magically clipping through his chest to transform. The instructions also neglect to mention that his heel/bumper pieces must be slid out until they ''click'', making the figure just that bit more stable, and that the rotating truck door panels on his upper arms can be pulled further out (but not off) from their sockets, allowing more space for the panels to swing around his hood-arms during transformation.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy &quot;Autobot Alliance&quot; release of this toy has some significant differences, including casting the red plastic in a darker shade, making his shin and wheel joints grey rather than Hasbro's bronze, painting the Matrix of Leadership silver, and swapping out the dual energon swords for battle hooks, similar to 2010's Leader class Optimus Prime. However, due to the Japanese release retaining the Hasbro packaging, the box still advertises the dual energon swords rather than the hooks. He retains the masked face used for the Hasbro release.<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Darkside Optimus Prime (DOTM)|Darkside Optimus Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2010/Autobot/BattleBladesOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Blades Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|HFTDleader}}[[File:TF2010 ROTF LeaderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Reinforcing the belief that Hasbro makes better toys than Takara.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2010)<br /> <br /> :This retool of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader-Class Optimus Prime features the head from Buster Optimus Prime and has had his blades replaced with semi-articulated Battle Hooks for face-destroying action! He has a darker paint job and sports black splotches on his body and head to signify battle damage. However, due to these extra &quot;battle damage&quot; paint applications, some other paint applications that were present on the Revenge of the Fallen release were omitted. He also sports a new voice box in robot mode, replacing the infamous &quot;I am Optimus Prime!&quot; with &quot;We must stop the Decepticons!&quot; The international release, however, retains the same abbreviated &quot;Optimus Prime&quot; sound clip as the original release. To the annoyance of many fans, this version was the main version released just about ''anywhere'' outside the United States (all of Canada, Latin America, Europe, and Asia). The box also mentions racing sounds, which may or may not be referring to the button-activated diesel engine noises carried over from the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' version of the figure. <br /> :This version uses the TakaraTomy version of the instructions, which improved upon the original Leader-Class Optimus Prime instruction sheet by including supplementary photographed steps that were previously vague or neglected in the original release.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Activators===<br /> [[File:TF2010-toy Activators OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Activator, 2010)<br /> <br /> :A small and simple toy, ''[[Activators]]'' Optimus Prime features [[autotransformation]] from truck to robot, activated by a button on his roof. It has no weapons or any other [[gimmick]]s.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RallyRumble}}<br /> [[File:TF2010-toy Activators RallyRumbleOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Rally Rumble Optimus Prime''' (Activator, 2010)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of ''Activators'' Optimus Prime with a red cab and rally-themed markings like lightning bolts and the number 01.<br /> <br /> : During the period between [[December 26]] 2010 and [[January 31]] 2011, Hasbro ran their &quot;[[Supercharge Your Holidays]]&quot; promotion: for every $20 spent on Hasbro-branded product, customers could receive a free, random product from a list provided by Hasbro. Among the items on the list was &quot;Transformers Activator &amp; Speed Stars Mini Vehicle&quot;. According to [http://www.allspark.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=75487 this discussion thread on Allspark.com], Rally Rumble Optimus Prime (as the figure is listed in the thread) was one of the figures distributed. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==EZ Collection Real==<br /> [[File:TF-EZ-Collection-Real-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.33|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection Real, 2011)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of The blindpacked EZ Collection Real by TakaraTomy's &quot;TakaraTomy A.R.T.S&quot;, this Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class figure, featuring a number of paint details on his paintable plastic, to resemble his on-screen appearance.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Dark of the Moon==<br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{note|The '''Japanese''' release (CV) of the figures features no physical changes on both the toy, and it includes one instruction sheet of &quot;how-to-play&quot; the cards for the Mechtech Wars Online games, and an advertisement flyer promoting the Japanese release of the ''Dark on the Moon'' toyline.}}<br /> {{anchor|CyberversePreview}}<br /> [[File:DOTM CyberverseCommander OptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=2|Steer clear of hanging cables.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2011)<br /> **''Series:'' '''1'''<br /> **''Number:'' '''001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV04'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[Jet pack]], two rifles, 3-D glasses (Preview Pack)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of the first wave of the [[Cyberverse]] Commander class figures, this Optimus Prime is a roughly Scout-sized figure.He comes with a jetpack that can combine with both his truck and robot modes. The jetpack attaches via [[C joint]] clips, and the jetpack can transform in and out of a winged configuration when Optimus is in truck mode. Optimus himself features C joint bars for his smokestacks and trailer hitch, as well as bars on the top of his headache rack, while his hands and jetpack can hold/mount his rifles via C joint-related 3mm clips/holes.<br /> <br /> [[File:DOTM 3DPreview Cyberverse OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|150px|These glasses allow Optimus to see the aliens in his midst. Wait a minute..]]<br /> :Optimus was first released as a &quot;Limited Edition Preview&quot; in [[Calendar|March]] [[2011]], over two months before the full release of the ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (toyline)|Dark of the Moon]]'' toyline on [[May 16]], 2011. He comes packaged with a pair of [[Wikipedia:Anaglyph image|Anaglyph]] 3-D glasses for use on the transformers.com website, but they cannot be used to view 3D movies in cinemas. <br /> <br /> :The figure also saw regular release, with no changes of the figure but lacks 3D glasses.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/CommanderOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyberverse Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|CyberverseActionSet}}<br /> [[File:DOTM CyberverseActionSet OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Perfect for fighting queen xenomorphs.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / Armored Weapons Platform''' (Cyberverse Action Set, 2011)<br /> **''Series:'' '''1'''<br /> **''Number:'' '''004'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV12'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Missile<br /> <br /> :This release is a redeco of the Cyberverse Commander Optimus Prime figure, with a lighter gradient paint job that lacks the flames, and with Optimus sporting a G1 insignia. Instead of his jetpack and guns, he comes with his trailer/[[Armored Weapons Platform#Cyberverse|Armored Weapons Platform]], which can transform into a base and exo-suit. The trailer itself features movie-style insignias.<br /> <br /> :Like the other Cyberverse Action sets, there is an included cardboard backdrop for display.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/AWPOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Armored Weapons Platform Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BattleSteel}}<br /> [[File:DOTMCVComBattleSteelOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;WHAT'S THAT? WHAT DID YOU SAY? I CAN'T HEAR YOU WITH THESE MASSIVE CANNONS FIRING BESIDE MY HEAD!&quot;]]<br /> *'''Battle Steel Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2011)<br /> **''Series:'' '''1'''<br /> **''Number:'' '''008'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''CV20'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Dual Cannons, two Energy Swords<br /> <br /> :This release is ''another'' redeco of Cyberverse Optimus Prime, this time with a predominately navy scheme with black accents (which vaguely resembles his Generation 1 colors), and a pair of [[barrage cannon]]s that can be either held or mounted on his smokestacks, as well as a pair of [[Dual Energon Swords|handheld swords]]. He is compatible with all his previously released Cyberverse accessories, but not all at once.<br /> <br /> :The official [[stock photography|stock photo]] of the toy in its packaging featured its name as simply &quot;Optimus Prime&quot;, but the final version of the toy available at retail is named &quot;Battle Steel Optimus Prime&quot;. He is also mis-transformed in the [[stock photography|stock photo]] to the right: His legs haven't been extended.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/CommanderBSOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle Steel Optimus Prime at TFU.info]<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Battleinthemoonlight}}<br /> [[File:DOTMBITMCVACOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Fighting evil by moonlight / winning love by daylight / never running from a real fight / He is the one named Sailor Prime.]]<br /> *'''Battle in the Moonlight''' (Cyberverse multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Missile<br /> <br /> :A [[Walmart]] exclusive set featuring a [[redeco]] of Optimus Prime in swapped red and blue with light gray and his Cyberverse [[Armored Weapons Platform#Battleinthemoonlight|Armored Weapons Platform]] in dark &quot;night sky&quot; themed colors and stickers.<br /> <br /> :The set also includes redecoes of [[Ratchet (Movie)/toys#Battleinthemoonlight|Ratchet]] and [[Crankcase (DOTM)#Battleinthemoonlight|Crankcase]], as well as a large, badly photoshopped diorama featuring a photo of a daytime city with a night backdrop and a ruined Dodge Neon on the right side, complete with Dodge insignia.<br /> <br /> :The [[stock photography]] shows the trailer with an intentional defacement mark that does not appear on the retail release. Oops.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMCommanderOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Battle at the Moonlight Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|Ultimategift}}<br /> [[File:DOTMUGCVCOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Prime in his early [[Units of time|cycle]]s. His interest in playing Autocops and Robbercons seemed so innocent back then...]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Gift Set''' (Cyberverse multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Jetpack, two rifles<br /> <br /> :A [[Walmart]] [[exclusive]] set featuring a [[redeco]] of the first Cyberverse Commander Optimus Prime figure, featuring moderately brighter colors and paint, while his jetpack and rifles are now black, with the jetpack's wings having silver flames. He also lacks the flame pattern on top of his hood, and features different flame patterns on the sides of the hood. <br /> <br /> :As with Battle Steel Optimus Prime, his legs haven't been extended in the stock photo. His Jetpack/rifle combo is also installed in the wrong way.<br /> <br /> :He comes in a 5-pack with redecos of [[Crowbar#Ultimategift|Crowbar]], [[Powerglide (DOTM)#Ultimategift|Powerglide]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Ultimategift|Bumblebee]], and [[Sideswipe (Movie)#Ultimategift|Sideswipe]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMUGSOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Ultimate Gift Set Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Deluxe Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|walmartdlx}}[[File:DOTM Optimus Deluxe.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Blaster/Energon Battle Axe<br /> <br /> :Exclusive to [[Walmart]], this Deluxe Class Optimus Prime is an all-new mold, close in scale to Voyager Class [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|Megatron]]. He has a high range of motion, with ball jointed shoulders and hips, swivels at the neck, knees, and feet, and double swivels in the elbows. As a result of the transformation process, he can also rotate at the waist, though this is hindered considerably by his &quot;backpack&quot; [[kibble]]. This can be remedied by pointing the truck nose downward, as it is in the packaging. Optimus Prime also features the spring loaded &quot;Automorph&quot; feature in his head, if the truck kibble pushes the small grey switch from his back before splitting the chest into half.<br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime features a [[MechTech]] Blaster that can convert into an Energon Battle Axe reminiscent of the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Generation 1 character's]] [[Energon-axe|iconic weapon]], though the weapon cannot be locked in battle axe mode. There is also a pair of C joint rods on the underside of both forearms. His MechTech blaster can plug into the port on each of his arms or be held in either hand in robot mode, or plug into one of two holes on his truck roof/robot shoulders.<br /> <br /> :After step 5, the instructions did not mention that you should fold back the shoulder panels to form the sleeper part until the 11th step. Care must be taken while transforming the legs: the small peg located on the lower leg can be snapped off due to the peg being slightly thick to accommodate with the hole. Also, take note that Optimus Prime cannot wield 5mm weapons with longer posts, as the way that his pinky finger is molded prevents the post from pegging down through his hands. Also, take note that the legs' sculpted small rectangle peg (the one that locks the robot mode legs in place) is prone to warping if care is not taken during transformation.<br /> <br /> :The hand-painted prototype photos from both the packaging and the instructions shows that Prime had long smokestacks, but it was shortened for safety reasons in the final product.<br /> <br /> :His MechTech weapon was redecoed from [[Mudflap (ROTF)#Deluxe Class toys 3|Mudflap]]'s weapon. This figure is currently being sold in Universal theme parks in new packaging based on the ride. He is advertised as a Universal Studios Exclusive, despite having no visible changes from his original widespread release.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMDlxOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Dark of the Moon Deluxe Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:DOTMLunarfireOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Yes, the only image we could get of this Wal-Mart exclusive is from a data book released in a country where the toy didn't even come out. Note: astronaut not included.]]<br /> {{anchor|Lunarfire}}<br /> *'''Lunarfire Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Deluxe, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Cannon<br /> <br /> :This redeco of the aforementioned Deluxe Class Optimus Prime toy is also exclusive to Walmart, features gold flames and highlights, as well as more prominent blue areas. He comes packed with a red version of ''Dark of the Moon'' MechTech Voyager Class Optimus Prime's Ion Blaster/Cannon.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/WMLFOPtimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Dark of the Moon Lunarfire Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|MILKMagazineDOTM}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MILK Magazine exclusive Deluxe, 2011)<br /> *'''Optimus Prime (Black)''' (MILK Magazine exclusive Deluxe, 2011)<br /> <br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> {{Note|All Japanese releases of the toy (excluding prize figures) comes with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his MechTech weapon for the MechTech Wars online game.}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Voyager OptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77|Yeah, I'm compensating... for YO MOMMA.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Space Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2011]]-[[July 16|07-16]]<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA-17'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon<br /> <br /> :''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime is an all-new mold. He features heatshield details in his sculpting and translucent solar panels on various parts of his body, and huge gas tanks. Optimus himself is differently proportioned, having larger feet and a smaller torso and arms. He also features some [[Kibble#&quot;Faux-parts&quot;|faux-kibble/parts]]: His actual windshield chest is being covered by a sculpted panel featuring his characteristic deformed windshield-chest, and a pair of sculpted tires on his thighs. His pair of optics is designed to have a light-piping gimmick, but it was rendered useless since it was painted in smoke gray on top of the colorless transparent plastic.<br /> <br /> :He comes with a large [[MechTech]] Ion Blaster that can convert into a &quot;Battle Cannon&quot;. Like all of the MechTech Voyager class toys, this deployed form can lock into place. Specifically, the weapon must be pressed all the way in and rotated to lock it.<br /> <br /> :In Japan, he was released as &quot;Space Optimus Prime&quot;,<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information of ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|VoyagerTrailer}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Voyager OptimusPrime trailer.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Omae no kao o kure!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / MechTech Trailer''' (MechTech Voyager, [[May 14]], 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA03'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Energy Blade, MechTech trailer<br /> <br /> :This is a [[retool]] of the Optimus Prime featured above, removing the heatshield and solar panels, as well as replacing any rocket booster parts (such as his heels) and gas tanks with normal parts. His light-piping eyes is painted in transparent light blue.<br /> <br /> :He also has a new MechTech [[Ion blaster]] with a flip-out [[Dual Energon Swords|Energon Sword]], and like all Voyager Class MechTech weapons, it can lock into place by latching one of the lever to the body of the gun. <br /> <br /> :His MechTech [[Armored Weapons Platform#Voyager Class toys|trailer]] opens up much like Generation 1 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys|Optimus Prime]]'s trailer (as well as being able to stand up to harken back to the Generation 1 [[Combat Deck (G1)|Combat Deck]]'s upright mode), includes storage for many MechTech weapons inside and out, and is able to transport up to two Deluxe class Autobots.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|OptimusComettor}}<br /> [[File:DOTMtoy-OptimusPrimeVoyagerwithComettor.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''They don't want to hurt me&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Or my dad or my mom.&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''All they want to do is&lt;br&gt;<br /> ''Take me to the prom.'']]<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' / '''Includes Deluxe Class Comettor''' (Multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Matrix of Leadership, 2 fuel tank gun assemblies, removable Battle Hooks<br /> <br /> :This [[Walmart]]-[[exclusive]] redeco and retool of the [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|2010 ''Transformers'' toyline]] [[#Voyager Class toys 3|&quot;Battle Blades&quot; Optimus Prime toy]] features the Japanese release's hooks (instead of swords), plus an all-new [[mouthplate]]-less, mouthed face. As part of the set's lunar theme, reflections of stars are painted across his vehicle mode sides and on his windshield, with a sharp reflection of [[Earth]]'s [[Moon (moon)|Moon]] in one of his windows. This time, his [[Matrix of Leadership]] is cast in orange plastic. <br /> <br /> :This exclusive has a peculiar and common error in that the arm hooks' hubs stick out farther than they should, causing a gap that runs down the middle of the cab's nose in vehicle mode. <br /> <br /> :Optimus comes with a &quot;bonus value&quot; Deluxe Class toy, [[Comettor (DOTM)|Comettor]]. The pair together cost a dollar less than a regular Voyager Class toy. It was also available at Galeria Kaufhof department stores in Germany, with Comettor ''not'' highlighted as a &quot;bonus&quot; figure.<br /> <br /> :In [[Australia]], this release was available at [[Kmart]] for a considerably lower price than a regular Voyager Class toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|DOTMVoyFireburst}}<br /> [[File:DOTM MechTechVoyager FireburstOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;Give me your...&quot;&lt;br&gt;''[Deploys axe]''&lt;br&gt;&quot;'''SOUL!!'''&quot;]]<br /> *'''Fireburst Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA24'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Rifle/[[Cybertanium]] Battle Axe<br /> <br /> :Fireburst Optimus Prime is a redeco of the standard ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime, sporting a darker shade of blue and a &quot;burning&quot; color scheme that includes replacing all translucent blue parts with translucent orange. Because of this, his light-piping eyes were neutered by opaque light blue paint.<br /> <br /> :He comes with a MechTech rifle converts into a large battle axe, and can be locked in by pulling the lever all the way in and tilting it into a gap to the left. The rifle has a separate flip-out handle, while the axe uses the rifle's long barrel as the handle, meaning that Optimus can grip the axe with both of his hands. This weapon was also retooled in a running change, adding a stop to the handle instead of relying solely on the gear system to prevent the locking assembly from flying off into parts unknown.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/FireburstOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Fireburst Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|TritaniumPrime}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Voyager LuckyDraw TritaniumOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Tritanium Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Energy Blade, MechTech trailer<br /> <br /> :This gold [[Vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] version of Voyager Class ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime (with [[Armored Weapons Platform#TritaniumPrime|trailer]]) is a prize in [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Lucky Draw figure|Lucky Draw]] campaign. To qualify for winning this toy, one needed to have entered all three ''Dark of the Moon'' campaigns (beginning on [[May 14]], 2011). This toy is limited to 100 pieces.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|CyberArmour}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs. Shockwave''' (MechTech Voyager-Class two-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Battle Cannon<br /> <br /> : This [[Costco]]-[[exclusive]] two-pack contains an unchanged ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime alongside [[Shockwave (Movie)#CyberArmour|a unique redeco of Voyager-Class Shockwave]]. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|StreetsideBotBrawl}}<br /> [[File:DOTMVoyOptimusStreetsideBotBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Streetside Bot Brawl''' (Multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Cybertronian Cannon A, Cybertronian Cannon B <br /> <br /> :Part of the [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]]-exclusive &quot;Streetside Bot Brawl&quot; three-pack, this is a battle-damaged redeco of the initial ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime toy. Unlike the other figures in this set, Optimus received a different set of MechTech weapons from his standard release: he was given redecos of [[Laserbeak (DOTM)#Dark of the Moon|Laserbeak's]] cannons. <br /> <br /> :He was sold with a grey and purple redeco of ''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager-Class [[Shockwave (Movie)#StreetsideBotBrawl|Shockwave]] and a battle-damaged redeco of ''Dark of the Moon'' Deluxe-Class [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#StreetsideBotBrawl|Bumblebee]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUSBBOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Streetside Bot Brawl Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|UniversalEdition}}<br /> [[File:Cybertron-Con-2012-Voyager-OP.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Don't mind me, just pelvic thrusting over here.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime with Mechtech Trailer Special Edition/Optimus Prime Universal Studios Edition''' (Cybertron Con 2012 exclusive, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' MechTech Ion Blaster/Energy Blade, MechTech trailer<br /> <br /> :Available as a [[Cybertron Con 2012]] exclusive, this Optimus Prime is a redeco of the Takara Tomy retool of the Voyager Class figure. While the individual Optimus figure shares the same paint operations, his trailer was decorated with a Universal Studios &amp; Transformers: The Ride logo patterns.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|StrikerOptimus}}[[File:DOTMSupremeStrikerOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Mobile Armored Strike Kommander.]]<br /> *'''Striker Optimus''' (MechTech Leader, [[November 17]] 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA28'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Eliminator Gun &amp; Assault Blaster (forms Mega Striker), shield/battle shield<br /> <br /> : Labeled as a &quot;[[Triple Changer]]&quot;, Striker Optimus is a redeco and retool of ''Dark of the Moon'' Supreme Class Jetwing Optimus Prime, with new weapons. The base figure has most of the same mold changes as Jetwing Optimus Prime (see below), but has been altered further; in particular, the transforming smokestacks and fuel tanks/ion blaster parts have been replaced with retooled regular tanks that now function as mounts for the new accessories. The colors on the toy are darker than Jetwing Optimus, with a different flame deco that extends farther along the sides of the toy. Additionally, two new 5mm holes have been added to the gray hinge behind the cab in order to accommodate the [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|Toys R Us Japan]]-exclusive battle blade accessories. The &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot; saying of Buster Optimus Prime has also been replaced with the &quot;We must stop the Decepticons!&quot; saying of 2010 ''Transformers'' Optimus Prime, although batteries are not included. <br /> <br /> :He comes with shield with a fold-out handle, allowing Optimus to hold onto it with either hand in robot mode. It has a simple transformation gimmick for vehicle mode which is activated by pressing a button at the top of the shield, causing the sides to spring outwards. In vehicle mode, the shield can be laid flat across the bed of the truck, attaching via a post on the back onto the truck’s trailer hitch. Alternatively, the bumpers on the shield can be rotated outwards, and the front bent down in order to form a new front end and hood for &quot;battle vehicle mode&quot;, resembling the [[Stealth Force]] vehicles modes seen in ''Dark of the Moon''.<br /> <br /> :The figure also comes with two gun accessories, the &quot;Eliminator Gun&quot; and &quot;Assault Blaster&quot;, which combine into the &quot;Mega Striker&quot;, a rifle that closely resembles the one used in ''Dark of the Moon''. The separate guns also have a MechTech-style transformation, and pulling a lever transforms them into alternate crossbow-like shapes. In &quot;battle vehicle mode&quot;, the sides of the truck are rotated up, and the guns can be attached by small pegs to holes in the modified smokestacks, or they can plugged into any of the standard connection points with their [[5mm post]]s... except the ones on the hinge behind the cab, since those are supposed to be for his Energon battle blades.<br /> <br /> :As with all Japanese ''Dark of the Moon'' releases, this set comes packed with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his new rifle in its combined mode for the MechTech Wars online game.<br /> <br /> :Due to the remolding of the smokestacks, Striker Optimus cannot use the Jetwing pack in robot mode. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|DOTMJetfireBuster}}<br /> [[File:TakaraTomy-Jetpower-Optimus-Prime-2-pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Jetpower Optimus Prime''' (Leader 2-pack, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into [[Ion blaster]]<br /> <br /> :A re-release of the [[#JetfireBuster|Jetpower Optimus Prime two-pack]], this time in ''Dark of the Moon''-branded packaging. <br /> <br /> {{anchor|DOTMJetfireBuster}}<br /> [[File:Rotf_vs_dotm_jet_power_buster_optimus_prime_blaster_paint_apps.jpg|left|upriught=1.4|thumb|left|ROTF Buster/Jetpower silver painted barrel vs. DOTM Jetpower unpainted grey plastic barrel.]]<br /> <br /> The DOTM packaging release of this 2-pack features an altered paint application on Optimus Prime's ion blaster/barrage cannon. On the original ROTF packaging release, the slide-out barrel on Prime's blaster is painted silver with a black paint spray app to simulate usage of the weapon, and the exposed inside wall of the gas tank at the top of the blaster is left as unpainted grey plastic (exactly like the blaster on the original single-boxed ROTF Buster Optimus Prime). After receiving numerous reports from customers that the silver paint on the slide-out barrel was easily scraped off by merely transforming it from gas tank to blaster, Takara-Tomy briefly stated in an interview that they had addressed the issue for the Dark of the Moon packaged version by swapping the placement of the silver paint application. Thus, the Dark of the Moon packaged version now features the slide-out barrel on Prime's blaster as unpainted grey plastic with an unchanged black paint spray app to simulate usage of the weapon, and the exposed inside wall of the gas tank at the top of the blaster is now painted silver.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|DOTMMovie2Pack}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime versus Megatron''' (Leader 2-pack, 2012)<br /> :A re-release of the ''Movie'' Leader Class toy, Optimus Prime comes in a Taiwanese-exclusive two-pack alongside the ''Movie'' Leader Class [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#DOTMMovie2Pack|Megatron]] toy.<br /> <br /> ===Supreme Class toys===<br /> [[File:DOTM MechTech JetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Insert [[John DiMaggio|Aquaman's]] rousing song of heroism right here.]]<br /> *'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, Australia: [[June 11]], Japan: [[June 18]]-[[June 19|19]] 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA15'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :Jetwing Optimus Prime is a retool of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader class Buster Optimus Prime, with an accompanying large jet pack and massive dual Gatling Cannons. The base Optimus Prime figure has several modifications including: a new stomach area and elbow flares to reflect the changes to Optimus Prime's CG model in ''Dark of the Moon'', modified lower arms to incorporate MechTech ports and clips for the cannons, and a retooled area under his back so the jet pack can fit on more securely. The dual energon blades mounted on his arms have been removed. The toy retains Buster Optimus Prime's electronics, but batteries are not included. <br /> <br /> :The Jetwing jet pack attaches onto Optimus Prime via a part that hooks onto one of the hinges behind his neck, and a spring-loaded clamp that latches onto a recessed area under Optimus' back. The fuel tanks that form Optimus' Ion Blaster must be removed for this mode, and they can be stored inside the engines for the jet pack. The Jetwing can be used on previous Leader Optimus Primes from ''Revenge of the Fallen'' onwards, but due to the lack modifications seen in Jetwing Optimus Prime, the combination isn't as stable. The jet pack features four MechTech ports on the main wing articulation points, and two [[C joint]] mounting points on each wing. The Gatling Cannons both feature two MechTech ports and 2 C joint mounts on either side of each cannon. <br /> <br /> :The design of the Jetwing jet pack and its cannons were based upon earlier concept art for Optimus Prime's flight tech for ''Dark of the Moon'', and as such are not accurate to how his equipment appears in the movie itself.<br /> <br /> :As with all Japanese ''Dark of the Moon'' releases, this set comes packed with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his MechTech weapon for the MechTech Wars online game.<br /> <br /> :Jetwing Optimus Prime was available for early purchase in Japan at the International Tokyo Toy Show 2011 (held at Tokyo Bic Sight) on [[June 18]] to [[June 19|19]], shortly before its wide release in July.<br /> <br /> :However, the toy was available in [[Australia]] a week before the Tokyo Toy Show, packaged in translated English packaging and instructions by Tomy Asia.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|JetwingBlack}}<br /> [[File:BlackJetwingOptimusPrimeJapan.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version was to have been a Japanese raffle prize exclusive to Circle K&lt;ref&gt;http://tyouhen2.seesaa.net/article/194776966.html&lt;/ref&gt; stores, along the lines of the clear ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Optimus Prime (see above). No official information about it or the other raffle prizes ever appeared after the initial images surfaced.<br /> <br /> {{canceledtoy}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|DarkNightwatchJetwing}}<br /> [[File:DOTMDarkNightwatchJetwingOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Despite his [[Scourge (RID)#Notes|color]], we can assure you this one is not a bad guy.]]<br /> *'''JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver.''' (MechTech Supreme, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :JETWING OPTIMUS PRIME Black Ver. is a black, teal, and [[Vacuum metallizing|chrome]] redeco of Jetwing Optimus Prime exclusive to the Asian market. He appears to have been based on the cancelled TakaraTomy contest prize Jetwing Optimus Prime Black Version (see above), with a few color alterations here and there, plus the obvious addition of chrome. It was originally solicited by online retailers as the far goofier-sounding &quot;Dark Nightwatch Jetwing Optimus Prime&quot;.<br /> <br /> :It comes in packaging identical to TakaraTomy's Jetwing Optimus Prime figure, with the exception of an additional sticker on the front denoting the toy's name.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|AmazonJetwing}}<br /> [[File:DOTMtoy-JetwingOptimusPrimeAmazon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|''Violently'' shoots rainbow-colored Nerf darts when fired.]]<br /> *'''Jetwing Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Supreme, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B<br /> <br /> :This redeco of Jetwing Optimus Prime is a North American [[Amazon (website)|Amazon.com]] and 2013 [[Black Friday (event)|Black Friday]] [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive. Among other deco changes, he features Generation 1-style trailer stripes on his Jetwing jet pack, Movie-style flame color gradient on his Gatling Cannons, and [[AllSpark Power]] blue paint on the mechanical detailing.<br /> <br /> :The box seems to have been created rather hastily from the Japanese original. It is roughly identical to the Tomy release, but with the Japanese text edited out... mostly. Random Japanese text remains floating in space on the top of the back panel and underneath the &quot;Jetwing Optimus Prime&quot; name on the front. Curiously, the left flap has been rewritten to eliminate mention of [[NEST]] and the jetpack's ability to detach, while the right flap has been (badly) edited to remove all mentions of [[MechTech]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Ultimate===<br /> {{anchor|UltimatePrime}}<br /> [[File:DOTM UltimateOptimusPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Truck forearms of '''DOOM'''!]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Ultimate, 2011)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''DA32'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Omega Combat Armor, MechTech Ultimax Super Cannon<br /> <br /> :Billed on his packaging as &quot;BIGGEST Optimus Prime Toy!&quot;, Ultimate Optimus Prime consists of an articulated tractor-trailer. The cab can transform into a &quot;normal&quot; Optimus Prime on its own, roughly equivalent to a Voyager in size and complexity, though with a lower degree of screen-accuracy than most large Optimus toys. Prime has 5mm fist holes, as well as additional 5mm ports on his front wheel wells and both sets of external fuel tanks. Four of these remain available in robot mode. The trailer has twelve more 5mm ports. Despite this, the toy comes with no weapons scaled such that the cab-only robot can usefully wield them.<br /> <br /> :The real selling point of the toy, however, is the colossal Omega Combat Armor. [[Armored Weapons Platform#Ultimate|Optimus' trailer]] transforms into nearly two feet of limb extensions, armor, and wings. The armor remains completely integrated (except for the Ultimax Super Cannon) during transformation, with no [[Partformer|partsforming]], although this renders the final power-up robot mode somewhat limited in articulation, having no leg articulation whatsoever aside from swinging the hips out slightly and twisting at the ankles for maximum stability. The armor adds six more 5mm ports of dubious utility around the feet, retains the four from the cab robot and the eight from the trailer (on the backs of the wings), and has his own pair of 5mm fist holes. In trailer mode, it can support itself using folding blue landing gear, although the attached ball-jointed struts make it somewhat less than realistic. <br /> <br /> :The centerpiece of the power-up robot mode is Prime's gigantic Ultimax Super Cannon, an electronic light-and-sound weapon the size and mass of a Deluxe figure. The whole cannon attaches to a special socket slightly behind Prime's shoulders, can store on the back or flip over to be gripped in both fists in armor mode, or stored upside-down underneath the trailer in truck mode. When pointed forward, the cannon has a larger helmet styled after Prime's own with a large translucent face shield featuring a painted targeting system. The weapon has three electronic modes: each of two small buttons plays its own weapon-firing noise and flashes one set of lights, while the large pull-switch in the cannon's center plays the sounds of a powerful barrage, flashing both sets of lights and (every third time) finishing off with the declaration &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot;. The Ultimax Super Cannon also has two of its own 5mm ports for even more MechTech firepower. When mounted on his back, the Cannon has two hook-like sections that securely lock into the &quot;backpack&quot;, allowing the Ultimax weapon to serve as a handle for Optimus' imaginary &quot;flight&quot; operations.<br /> <br /> :Although the trailer is made exclusively for the cab with which it comes, it is scaled much more closely to and can be pulled by Optimus Prime's ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader class iteration.<br /> <br /> :In Japan, Ultimate Optimus Prime comes with a character card and an accompanying transparent plastic card of his MechTech weapon for the MechTech Wars online game.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/UltimateOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Ultimate Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|SDCCUltimatePrime}}<br /> [[File:SDCCUltimateOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Ultimate, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Omega Combat Armor, MechTech Ultimax Super Cannon<br /> <br /> :Available exclusively at [[Hasbro Toy Shop]] and their booth at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011, this version of Ultimate Optimus Prime is presented in vehicle mode, packaged into a large, foil-embossed bubble packaging (similar to late ''[[Transformers: Alternators|Alternators]]'' packaging) styled after Optimus Prime's trailer, with an additional foil-embossed sleeve styled after the hood of Optimus Prime's truck. Exclusive to this release is a set of stickers one can apply to [[Armored Weapons Platform#SDCCUltimatePrime|the trailer]]. The toy itself is otherwise identical to the regular retail release.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded|Stickers}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|YOTDPrime}}<br /> [[File:DOTMtoy-UltimateOptimusPrimeYOTD.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Oh, there's ''going'' to be fireworks...]]<br /> *'''Ultimate Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Ultimate, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Omega Combat Armor, MechTech Ultimax Super Cannon<br /> <br /> :This is a redeco of Ultimate Optimus Prime. While Prime himself only features a red grill, the [[Armored Weapons Platform#YOTDPrime|trailer]] has been extensively redecoed, with an ornate golden Chinese dragon being painted on the trailer panels, and the various gray parts of the trailer panels, armor, and cannon being replaced by blue, red, gold, and burgundy. The toy was released as a &quot;[[Wikipedia:Dragon (zodiac)|Year of the Dragon]]&quot; Special Edition in [[2012]], since the Chinese Zodiac sign for that year is the Dragon.<br /> <br /> :This toy was later made available in North America as an Amazon.com exclusive.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/YOTDOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Year of the Dragon Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Robo Power===<br /> ====Activators====<br /> {{anchor|DOTMActivators}}<br /> [[File:DOTM Activators OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)<br /> :As with other Dark of the Moon Activators toys, this Optimus Prime (released under the [[Robo Power]] subline) is a very simple one-step transformation toy. You simply slam him down on the big blue button on the back end of his truck mode and he transforms thanks to spring-loaded mechanisms. To transform him back, just slam him down again on the same blue button. <br /> <br /> :Shockingly, he actually has arm articulation! Swivels at his shoulders allow you to rotate his arms 360 degrees! Go little Prime! Unfortunately, because his big blue button sits right under his feet, his robot mode is a little unstable when it comes to standing.<br /> <br /> :Prime was packaged in vehicle mode on an open, bubble-less card and tied down with twist-ties around the body of his truck form so that he couldn't be transformed in package.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Bash Bots====<br /> [[File:TF-DOTM-Bash-Bots-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Autobot.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Vs Starscream''' (2011)<br /> <br /> :''Bash Bots'' Optimus Prime is a small, rock-em-sock-em-styled toy that transforms from a super-deformed truck into a robot by pulling or pushing the lever below it's built-in stand. He &amp; his stand can connect with any Bash Bots to fight with, especially the included Starscream (instead of his nemesis Megatron).<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Go-Bots====<br /> [[File:DOTMGoBotsOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|woobwoobwoobwoobwoob]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)<br /> :[[Robo Power#Go-Bots|Go-Bot]]s Optimus Prime is built around the same pull-back and auto-transform mechanisms as all the ''Dark of the Moon'' Go-Bots toys. Prime's pull-back motor can be used in either robot or vehicle mode.<br /> <br /> :In robot mode, the motor gimmick really comes to the fore—his head, shoulders, and legs move in time with his forward movement. His legs pump up and down, his shoulders pump up and down, and his head rocks side-to-side. This gives the toy the illusion that it's running, rather than just rolling.<br /> <br /> :The other gimmick for Prime is his auto-transform gimmick. From truck mode, push him down on his back bumper and his bonnet automatically folds back and his arms automatically pop out. He needs to be transformed back manually.<br /> <br /> :In robot mode, Go-Bots Optimus Prime has a limited swivel joint for head articulation, and while he has other movable joints, all of them are spring-loaded and unable to hold a pose.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Asia Premium Series==<br /> [[File:APStoy-APS01StrikerOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|I even cost the same as [[#Leader Class toys 4|the other guy]]. It pays to wait, doesn't it?]]<br /> *'''Striker Optimus Prime''' (MechTech Leader, [[November 6|11-06]]-12)<br /> **''Asia ID number:'' '''APS01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Eliminator Gun &amp; Assault Blaster (forms Mega Striker), shield/battle shield, two battle blades<br /> <br /> :The first release in the Asian-exclusive ''[[Asia Premium Series]]'' toyline is an extensive redeco of the previously-Japanese exclusive [[#Leader Class toys 4|Striker Optimus]]. He features a comprehensive paint scheme directly based on [[#JetfireBuster|Jetpower Optimus Prime]], with blue pinstriped flames, lots of silver paint, and [[vacuum metallizing|vacuum metallized]] parts, although his hands are left unpainted in favor of painting his mirrors silver. Along with his standard accessories, he also comes with 2 battle blades, which were previously exclusive to Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Japan. He features the &quot;We must stop the Decepticons!&quot; voice chip, but batteries are not included. Rather helpfully, his instructions are supplemented with text instructions written in English for all the steps, as well as the additional photographs used for the previous Striker Optimus toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> [[File:TF-Asia-Premium-Series-APS-01U-Ultimate-Edition-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|and the fandom rejo-where's the faceplate?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate Edition, 2015)<br /> **''Asia ID number:'' '''APS-01U'''<br /> **Accessories: Eliminator Gun &amp; Assault Blaster (forms Mega Striker), shield/battle shield, Tank A &amp; Tank B (forms Ion Blaster), Jetwing jet pack, Arm Gatling Cannon A &amp; B, Leg Armor A &amp; B, Knuckle, 2 Battle Blades, 2 Battle Hooks<br /> <br /> :[[Asia Premium Series]] Optimus Prime Ultimate Edition is an extensive screen-accurate redeco of Jetwing Optimus Prime (with a maskless head from Buster Optimus Prime), this figure features '''loads''' of accessories from the Striker &amp; Jetwing figures, and includes brand-new knuckle and battle hooks based on the HFTD Optimus', which can be installed in either hand. The figure lacks the chrome of previous releases, instead opting for silver paint. The pin-striping is also absent, but he does have painted pupils. The figure also features 2-2-1 articulated fingers, which the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader Class toys 2|first Leader Class]] did not have due to budget cuts. The ion cannon included lacks the black paint application, leaving it completely silver. When purchased from select retailers, this toy will also include a shiny metal number plate and a bonus mini [[AllSpark]] cube accessory. His instructions depict a weaponised mode which has some clearance issues, as his Gatling guns are shown attached to the jetwing, which pushes against his arms. His Eliminator Gun and Assault Blaster cannot tab into the Gatling gun tightly either.<br /> <br /> :Mold degradation is evident in this release, as the bumper of the vehicle mode is notably bent.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Chronicle==<br /> [[File:EZCollectionChronicleOptimusPrimeToy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Wait, you bought the Victory of the Fallen set already? how about a [[A Prime Problem|race]] with your set's Prime?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection, 2011)<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers Chronicle|Chronicle]]'' EZ Collection Optimus Prime is a redeco of the ''Revenge of the Fallen'' [[Legends Class]] Optimus Prime toy, which color scheme is ''the same'' as (or probably a re-release of) his Victory of The Fallen 5-pack toy. Like other ''Chronicle'' Legends toys, he is sold in a blindpacked box.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Chronicle2Pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-Chronicle-CH01-Movie-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|He decided to take that weapon since [[Jolt_(ROTF)#IDW_movie_comics|Jolt's absence]].]]<br /> *'''G1 Optimus Prime &amp; Movie Optimus Prime''' (multi-pack, 2011)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''CH01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[MechTech]] Blaster/Hand Cannon, trailer<br /> <br /> :''Chronicle'' &quot;Movie Optimus Prime&quot; is an e-Hobby exclusive redeco of the Deluxe-Class ''Dark of the Moon'' Optimus Prime figure, and comes in a two-pack with a reissue of the ''[[The Transformers (toyline)|Generation 1]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#G1MoviePrime|Optimus Prime figure]]. Instead of the blaster/axe MechTech weapon the original release of the figure came with, Prime is armed with a redeco of ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Jolt (ROTF)#Dark of the Moon|Jolt]]'s Blaster/Hand Cannon weapon. <br /> <br /> :The set comes with a deluxe-scaled version of Prime's ''Dark of the Moon'' [[Armored Weapons Platform#Chronicle|trailer]], which is compatible with both figures, and sports [[5mm post]]-holes that will hold (among many other things) G1 Prime's laser rifle and the [[MechTech]] weapon Movie Prime is armed with. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Kre-O==<br /> {{anchor|542pc}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy Optimus542pc.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Nigh-infinite configuration possibilities, and somehow a WORSE base mode than pretty much every other Optimus's trailer-bases. Wow.]]<br /> * '''Optimus Prime''' (2011) <br /> **''Set number'': '''30689'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''542'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Optimus Prime, Bluestreak, Skywarp, two Stunt Drivers<br /> **''Accessories'': Optimus rifle, weapons sprue (sniper rifle, pistol, submachinegun, handcuffs, radio, ammo box), large tool sprue (shovel, hammer, electric drill, clamp), small tool sprue (socket wrench, screwdriver, wrench, hatchet), 2 traffic cones<br /> <br /> : Naturally, Optimus Prime got the biggest of the sets in the first year of ''Kre-O''. The set can be built into a large long-nose tractor-trailer rig with a removable &quot;sleeper&quot; cab that hides a computer station, and a trailer that can carry the set's two motorcycles or open up to carry larger car builds. The robot mode build includes a huge Optimus, based largely on the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|live-action movie Optimus]], though with a head based almost directly on the [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Classics|''Classics'' Voyager Optimus]]. He is armed with a distressingly plain brick that fires pressure-launched missiles (aka his smokestacks). Most of the leftover parts in robot mode become a &quot;headquarters&quot; which is mostly just a random assemblage of mismatched-color panels and a pair of barricades. Both main builds leave numerous parts unused if you go expressly by the instructions, but hey, it's a building kit, surely you can find ''someplace'' to apply most of them.<br /> <br /> : The set comes with a bevy of [[Kreon]]s, including Optimus Prime (this one based heavily on [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Generation 1 Optimus]]), [[Bluestreak (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Bluestreak]], [[Skywarp (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Skywarp]], and a pair of human [[Stunt Driver]]s. A packaging error resulted in some releases of this set to come with the promotional &quot;Matrix chest&quot; Optimus (see above) rather than the normal version pictured here.<br /> <br /> :Speaking of errors, the instruction manuals (he has two) both have errors in their parts listings, showing numerous pieces in the wrong colors or not making it clear that some parts are, well, clear. Making things more confusing, not all of these miscolors are reflected in the step-by-step instructions, while a couple new ones are added there.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/Kre-OOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{note|Unless otherwise noted, the following ''Age of Extinction Kre-O'' sets were available [[exclusive]]ly at [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] stores in the US.}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CellBlockBreakout}}<br /> [[File:Kreo-Toy AoE Kreon Optimus evasion.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Shotgun optional.]]<br /> *'''Cell Block Breakout''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A6951'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''135'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Evasion mode Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#CellBlockBreakout|Bumblebee]], [[Vehicon (Kre-O)#AgeOfExinction|Vehicon]]<br /> <br /> :The Optimus Prime Kreon in this set is based on the character's rusty, crusty &quot;evasion mode&quot; from the ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'' movie. He has a ferrous-metal backpack, which is used to interact with the magnetic parts in the various sets. In this specific set's case, it's so he can be grabbed by the buildable [[Strafe (AOE)#Kre-O|Strafe]]'s dino-claws, once Strafe uses said claws to open up the &quot;laser&quot; cage made to contain Optimus. (Yeah, we know Strafe appears way after Optimus ditched this look in the movie.)<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GrimlockStreetAttack}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy AoE Kreon Optimus gold.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.1|]]<br /> *'''Grimlock Street Attack''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A6955'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''196'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Gold Knight Optimus Prime, Vehicon x2<br /> **''Accessories'': Buildable spear<br /> <br /> : &quot;Gold Knight Optimus Prime&quot; is based on the character's less-screen-accurate-and-toy-only gold knight design, carrying a built-up long spear with which to prod on the huge buildable [[Grimlock (AOE)#Kre-O|Grimlock]] t-rex.<br /> <br /> :Some promo photos show Optimus with a [[tamopgraph]] on the mouthplate, but the final version is blank.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/Kre-OGSAOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Grimlock Street Attack Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GalvatronFactoryBattle}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy AoE Kreon Optimus.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> *'''Galvatron Factory Battle''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A6952'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''388'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Kre-O)#GalvatronFactoryBattle|Bumblebee]], Vehicon, [[Dr. Littleman#Kre-O|Dr. Littleman]], 2 KSI workers.<br /> **''Accessories'': Optimus rifle<br /> <br /> :The Optimus Prime Kreon in this set is based on the character's design from the Age of Extinction movie. This set also includes a buildable Dinobot beast and a [[Galvatron (AOE)|Galvatron]] super-robot.<br /> <br /> :The stock photos shows that his mouthplate was unpainted.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|OptimusPrimeDinoHauler}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Dino Hauler''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A7796'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''275'''<br /> **''Kreons'': [[Ratchet (Kre-O)|Ratchet]], Vehicon x2, human [[Kade Yeager|Autobot Driver]].<br /> <br /> : No Kreon this time! The centerpiece of the &quot;[[Optimus Prime Dino Hauler]]&quot; set is a buildable vehicle mode Optimus Prime with a cage-like trailer, designed to carry the Dinobot beast [[Snarl (Kre-O)|Snarl]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CustomAOE}}<br /> [[File:Kre-O-Custom-Kreon-AOE-Optimus-Prime.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Axes and guns but no sword.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Custom Kreon, 2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A7836'''<br /> **''Collection'': '''Collection 1'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''30'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Rack, blaster, battle-axe, smokestack backpack, wing-pack, extra body parts<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Age of Extinction'' Custom Kreons, this Optimus comes with a buildable parts rack on which to hang/store his many many extra pieces. His &quot;normal&quot; helmet and blaster are [[Vacuum metallizing|chromed]], plus he comes with an extra clear-plastic helmet, torso and legs. He also has a pair of extra arms (originally from the ''Kre-O Battleship'' aliens) plus a spare hand, as well as a buildable battle-axe, a buildable smokestack-pack, and an extra [[Wheeljack (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Wheeljack]]-style wing-pack.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|GrimlockUnleashed}}<br /> [[File:Kre-o-grimlock-unleashed-optimus-prime-kreon.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Grimlock Unleashed''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A8600'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''333'''<br /> **''Kreons'': [[Grimlock (AOE)#Kre-O|Grimlock]], Optimus Prime, [[Bumblebee (Movie)#Grimlock Unleashed|Bumblebee]], [[Galvatron (AOE)#Grimlock Unleashed|Galvatron]], [[Lockdown (ROTF)#Grimlock_Unleashed|Lockdown]]<br /> **''Accessories'': Optimus rifle<br /> <br /> :This Kreon of Optimus Prime is very, very similar to both the &quot;[[Galvatron Factory Battle]]&quot; and the &quot;[[Decepticon Replicator]]&quot; Optimus Kreons. This one however has silver hands, a light smirk under his facemask, and lacks the clip-on smokestacks.<br /> <br /> :This set popped up at ToysЯUs a few short weeks after the initial product without any advance warning... and retailed for a mere $25, despite the size of the set.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DinobotRide}}<br /> [[File:KreO-Toy OptimusPrimeDinobotRide.jpg|right|thumb|upright=1.67|Optimus Minor?]]<br /> *'''Dinobot Ride''' (2014)<br /> **''Pieces'': '''46'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Optimus Prime<br /> **''Accessories'': Stand-brick, robot sword<br /> <br /> : This version of Optimus uses the micro-Kreon build introduced in the ''Kre-O Cityville Invasion'' sets. He comes with a mini-build of dino-mode [[Grimlock (Kre-O)#DinobotRide|Grimlock]] as part of a small bagged kit.<br /> <br /> : This set was only available on [[June 28]] as part of a special promotion at ToysЯUs, given away free from noon to 2pm (roughly) as part of an in-store building event that coincided with the opening weekend of ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]]'' and the final day of a buy-one-get-one-half-off sale on all ''Transformers'' product.<br /> <br /> : The building set also comes with a poster with a preview of all Kre-O Transformers products released in 2014.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DecepticonReplicator}}<br /> [[File:Kre-O-Decepticon-Replicator-Optimus-Prime-Kreon.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Replicator''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A8601'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Bumblebee, [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Kre-O|Nemesis Prime]], Optimus Prime, &quot;Scientist&quot;, [[Stinger (AOE)#Kre-O|Stinger]]<br /> **''Accessories'' Optimus rifle<br /> <br /> :This iteration of Optimus is incredibly similar to the &quot;[[Grimlock Unleashed]]&quot; and &quot;[[Galvatron Factory Battle]]&quot; Optimusses. In fact, the ''only'' difference between this Kreon and the Factory Battle Optimus is the face: this one has a closed-mouth frown and blue eyebrows.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SilverKnight}}<br /> [[File:Kre-o-silver-knight-autobots-optimus-prime.jpg|150px|right|thumb]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Autobots''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A8602'''<br /> **''Kreons'': Drift, Optimus Prime, Hound, Crosshairs, Bumblebee.<br /> **''Accessories'': Spear<br /> <br /> :A five-pack of Kreons representing the main Autobots of the [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (film)|Age of Extinction]] movie. He also comes with a dual-bladed spear, and since he only uses the sword in the movie, You can actually swap his spear with Bumblebee's claymore.<br /> <br /> :This set was made available at the &quot;[[Transformers Exhibition]]&quot; event in Taipei, Taiwan from [[June 27]] to [[July 6]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Universal4pack}}<br /> *'''Kreon 4-Pack''' (2014)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A9370'''<br /> **''Kreons'': [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Universal4pack|Bumblebee]], [[Evac (Ride)#Kre-O|Evac]], [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Kre-O|Megatron]], Optimus Prime<br /> <br /> :Available only in the [[Transformers: Universal Studios|Universal Studios]] theme park [[exclusive]] box set of Kreons, this version of &quot;movie&quot; Optimus is based on his ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)| Revenge of the Fallen]]'' incarnation, as that's how he appears in &quot;[[Transformers: The Ride – 3D]]&quot; and as a mascot character on the park grounds.<br /> <br /> : In 2015, a new run of the set was produced, this time using the revamped-from-the-head-down 2015-style Kreon bodies. Optimus's [[tampograph]]s are slightly sharper, with thinner black outlines, but are otherwise unchanged. <br /> <br /> : Where the other park-exclusive ''Transformers'' toys can be purchased through Universal's online store, the Kreon 4-Pack is ''only'' available at the park proper at the time of this writing. So uh, good luck.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MovieGiftSet}}<br /> * '''Transformers: Age of Extinction Blu-ray and KRE-O pack''' (2014)<br /> <br /> :Available for the Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive Blu-Ray + DVD release of the ''Transformers: Age of Extinction'', this Optimus Prime Kreon is based on the &quot;knight armor&quot; version of Optimus from late in the movie.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MiniConCombiner}}<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Mini-Con Combiners, unreleased)<br /> **''Accessories'': Bazooka, phaser, Uzi, scoped pistol, Klingon blaster<br /> <br /> :&quot;Mini-Con Combiner&quot;' Optimus comes with one standard Kreon and four ''Cityville''-syle mini-Kreons of the same character, each one a different incarnation from various franchises. With some extra parts, the mini-Kreons become limbs to make a larger combiner-bot.<br /> <br /> : One of the Mini-Con limb-bots (Soundwave helmet) is based on the original movie version of Optimus. The main torso-bot is based on Generation 1 Optimus's original body. Two of his limbs are based on ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)| Armada]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]; one &quot;normal&quot; (Inferno helmet), one pre-[[Earth]]-body (Knock Out helmet). And the remaining one (Ironhide helmet)... actually looks to be based on the Optimus-like-but-not-Optimus [[Micromaster]] [[Overload (G1)|Overload]]! The heck?<br /> <br /> : Unfortunately, the Mini-Con Combiners apparently never saw release anywhere.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Movie Trilogy Series==<br /> [[File:MovieTrilogyOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[Armored Weapons Platform#Movie Trilogy Series|Trailer]]<br /> <br /> :Another redeco of Deluxe-Class ''Dark of the Moon'' Prime, this release uses a darker grey, a less magenta-y red, and less gold on the front end. Included is the trailer originally available with the ''Chronicle'' release. The trailer holds up to seven MechTech or similar 5mm peg accessories. Four holes are located on the top-front end of the trailer, with another three inside. The door also folds down to become a ramp, and the inside of the trailer is big enough for several Legion or Commander Cyberverse toys, or one smaller-end Deluxe figure. Two [[C joint]] bars also run along the bottom of both sides.<br /> <br /> :Unlike both the Walmart exclusive Deluxe figure and the Japanese release, no weapon accessories are included.<br /> <br /> :Amusingly, the packaging still showcases 3 canceled Movie Trilogy Series Deluxe class toys.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==EZ Collection Gum==<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (EZ Collection Gum)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of the blindpacked ''EZ Collection Gum'' series, this Optimus Prime is basically a clean version of the &quot;battle damaged&quot; figure seen in the second wave of the EZ Collection set.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Age of Extinction==<br /> ===Robots in Disguise (2014)===<br /> {{anchor|Smash&amp;Change}}<br /> [[File:Smash-and-Change-Optimus-Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I'm a little teapot short and stout. Here is my handle, here is... okay, maybe not.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Smash and Change, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[Sword of Judgment]]<br /> <br /> :Smash &amp; Change Optimus Prime is a simple figure that transforms by &quot;smashing&quot; the rear end of the truck/the robot's feet into the ground. He features only elbow articulation in robot mode, and includes a sword accessory that can be held in his hand or mounted on the side of his truck mode. The handle on the rear of his truck mode is molded to emulate his Vector Shield.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SKSmash&amp;Change}}<br /> [[File:AoE smash and change Silver Knight Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (Smash and Change, 2014)\<br /> **'''28 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment<br /> :A Target-exclusive redeco of the Smash &amp; Change Optimus Prime toy featuring silver plastic &amp; painted parts.<br /> <br /> :Smash &amp; Change Silver Knight Optimus Prime also shares the same ''Thrilling 30'' number as ''Platinum Edition'' Silver Knight Optimus Prime below.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|OneStep}}<br /> [[File:AoE 1-step Optimus Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (One Step Changers, 2014)<br /> <br /> :Similar to the ''[[Activators]]'' toyline, One-Step Changer Optimus Prime features a spring-loaded transformation. He features swivel articulation in the head and both arms. He shares a similar (not identical) transformation with his fellow One-Step changer, Hound. Also, due to his transformation scheme, his shoulders can be pushed forward (the arms is pushed on the same time), which also allows him to wield a close ranged weapons with longer handles with both hands.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/OSCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on One-Step Changer Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SKOneStep}}<br /> [[File:TF-AOE-1-Step-Changer-Silver-Knight-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Transformers: Age of Extinction Collection''' (One-Step Changer six-pack, 2014)<br /> <br /> :The &quot;Transformers: Age of Extinction Collection&quot; set includes a Silver Knight redeco of the One-Step Changer Optimus Prime toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PowerBattler}}<br /> [[File:Power-battler-optimus-prime.jpg|upright=1.66|right|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Power Battlers, 2014)<br /> <br /> :Power Battlers Optimus Prime is a simplified, deluxe-class sized toy with a 'Blade Strike' gimmick in robot mode when his legs are squeezed. Due to his gimmick, he ends up having ''four'' arms. Unfortunately, Power Battlers Optimus Prime has ''very limited'' articulation on his shoulders.<br /> <br /> :His stock photos are slightly mistransformed: his legs were not folded out. This mold was later redecoed into Power Battler [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Lost Age Series|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/PBOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Power Battlers Optimus Prime at TFU.info]]''<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Stomp&amp;Chomp}}<br /> [[File:Stomp-and-chomp-grimlock-optimus-prime-statue.jpg|200px|thumb]]<br /> *'''Electronic Stomp &amp; Chomp Grimlock''' (One Step Changers, 2014)<br /> <br /> :The included static non-transforming Optimus Prime figure (in the size of a Commander Class figure) can ride Stomp &amp; Chomp Grimlock in dinosaur mode, and the toy is able to detect if said rider is Autobot or Decepticon and change its electronics effects accordingly.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> ====&quot;First Edition&quot; toys====<br /> {{anchor|FirstEd}}<br /> [[File:AOEtoy-FirstEditionOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|If you paid 80 bucks for this... you have our condolences.]]<br /> *'''First Edition Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **'''14 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment, Sentinel Shield<br /> <br /> : First Edition Optimus Prime is, as his title suggests, the first toy available to the public from the [[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|''Age of Extinction'' toy line]]. Prime is an all-new Leader Class-sized figure, featuring his new Western Star &quot;5700 OP&quot; concept truck vehicle mode and his updated robot mode from the film (well, mostly based on his initial design rather than the final design in the movie). His transformation is much simpler than his counterparts from the previous three movie lines, being billed as transforming in &quot;15 easy steps.&quot; His torso, shoulders, upper legs, and the vehicle mode grill are all completely chrome with the exception of minor blue and red details painted on his chest. However, this comes at the expense of his smokestacks and wheels being bare gray plastic, whereas they are chromed in the film. His simplified transformation also comes at the expense of having a very bulky &quot;backpack&quot; of [[kibble]] composed of the rear of the truck cab and the fuel tanks, limiting his shoulder and hip [[articulation]]. However, his Truck [[kibble]] can be detached from the main figure to form the majority of his vehicle mode on its own.<br /> [[File:TF-AOE-FE-Optimus-Prime-individual-modes.jpg|left|250px|thumb]]<br /> <br /> :He includes the Sword of Judgment and Sentinel Shield accessories, which he can respectively wield and mount on his left forearm, all via 6mm post. In truck mode, the sword is stored underneath, while the shield mounts onto the trailer hitch. The sword also features a [[5mm post]] on its hilt. Interestingly, the truck mode is able to pull G1 Optimus Prime's trailer.<br /> <br /> :He was only available as an [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] exclusive in the United States, but was also released at brick and mortar retails in Australia and Hasbro's Asian markets, such as Singapore. Oddly enough, even though the official press release for the figure identifies it as &quot;14 of 30&quot; in Hasbro's ''[[Thrilling 30#30 exclusive toys|Thrilling 30]]'' campaign, the [[packaging]] does not sport any such markings.&lt;ref name=&quot;fepress&quot;&gt;[http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/discover/news/Transformers-Movie-4-Optimus-Prime-Action-Figure-First-Edition.cfm Official Hasbro press release for ''Age of Extinction'' First Edition Optimus Prime]&lt;/ref&gt; To complicate matters further, a later retrospective by Hasbro on Facebook identifies ''another'' product as &quot;14 of 30&quot;, which doesn't sport any such markings on its packaging ''either''.&lt;ref name=&quot;retro&quot;&gt;[https://www.facebook.com/transformers/posts/743925055677691 Habro Thrilling 30 retrospective] on Facebook, mirrored [http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-generations-classics-30-35/hasbro-transformers-30th-anniversary-thrilling-30-exclusives-retrospective-gallery-181598/ here] on TFW2005.&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> :Some units lack the silver paint on the sword and shield, and the grey plastic is a lighter shade.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/FEOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on First Edition Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PESilverKnight}}<br /> [[File:PlatinumEditiontoy-SilverKnightOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Surprise! You get to buy ''two'' of me!]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **'''28 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment, Sentinel Shield<br /> <br /> :A redeco of First Edition Optimus Prime in the 'Silver Knight' scheme, molded in dull Silver (or light grey) plastic and sporting paint operations, and the sword &amp; shield is molded in clear light blue plastic. Like all of the AOE &quot;Silver Knight&quot; Optimus Prime toys, this was a Target exclusive.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/TargetPlatinumSKOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Silver Knight Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PEWithTrailer}}<br /> [[File:AOEPlatinumOptimusPrimeTrailer.jpg|thumb|upright=2.10|Surprise! You get to buy ''three'' of me! And now with 25% more chrome!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime with Trailer and Sideswipe''' (2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgement<br /> :Another redeco of First Edition Optimus Prime with a faceplated head and minor changes to the flame colors that are slathered in chrome. Comes in a two-pack with a redecoed ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Deluxe Class [[Sideswipe (Movie)#Age of Extinction|Sideswipe]], using the alternate [[Swerve (Movie)#Revenge of the Fallen|Swerve]] head, along with the ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10|MP-10 Convoy]]/[[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10hasbro|Optimus Prime]] trailer without [[Roller (G1)#Masterpiece|Roller]].<br /> <br /> :In the United States, this set was a &quot;shared exclusive&quot; between [[BigBadToyStore]], [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]], and [[Hasbro Toy Shop]]. In Canada and Singapore, it was exclusive to Toys&quot;R&quot;Us, whereas in Australia, it was a Myer exclusive. In Taiwan, it was made available for purchase during a event celebrating the launch of ''[[Transformers Rising]]''.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Legion Class toys====<br /> {{Note|All of the Legion Class Optimus Prime toys features an undocumented feature of him combining with Legends Class Jetfire.}}<br /> {{anchor|TV-KunLegion}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age OptimusPrimeClearVersion.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;It's true. This mould is back!&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;Yes, consumers, and this time no force in the universe can stop me.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime (Clear Ver.)''' (EZ Collection, 2014)<br /> :Optimus Prime (Clear Ver.) is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class Optimus Prime in black and clear blue plastic, available only in the August 2014 issue of ''[[TV-Kun]]'' magazine. His only paint operations are on his abdomen and face, but stickers for additional detail are included on the issue's sticker sheet. Optimus Prime has been slightly retooled to include a magnet in his right foot, allowing him to interact with ''Lost Age'' Battle Command Optimus Prime and ''[[Transformers: Age of Extinction (toyline)|Age of Extinction]]'' Stomp &amp; Chomp [[Grimlock (AOE)#Stomp&amp;Chomp|Grimlock]]. <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SingleLegion}}<br /> [[File:AoE Wal-Mart legion Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legion Class, 2014)<br /> :The single carded release of Optimus Prime is a redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class Optimus Prime, exclusive to [[Walmart]] in the US and [[Asda]] in the UK. Deco changes included in this toy are the top half of the knee armor's blue being omitted and an Autobot insignia tampographed on the left knee, and similar to the Legends Class Power Armor Optimus Prime: the red arms, and the abdomen was replaced into blue.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/WMLegOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Walmart Legion Class Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|2PackLegion}}<br /> [[File:AoE Wal-Mart 2-pack legion Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|I got my old paint job back, can you [[Hasbro|guys]] give me retooled hands now?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Grimlock''' (Legion Class two-pack, 2014)<br /> :Optimus Prime is another redeco of ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class Optimus Prime, features gunmetal-stque grey plastic, and his paint operations being similar to the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Legends Class toys 2|first ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class toy]]. He is also packaged with [[Grimlock (AOE)|Grimlock]], himself a redeco of none other than [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|''Energon'']] [[Cruellock]]. Like other Legion-themed product, he is exclusive to Walmart in the US and Asda in the UK.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2014/Autobot/WMOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Legion Class 2-pack Optimus Prime at TFU.info]]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Deluxe Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|MAProtoform}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-09 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|You know you want me.]]<br /> *'''Protoform Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD09'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, missile, flame attachment<br /> :Part of the first wave of TakaraTomy ''[[Movie Advanced Series|Lost Age: Movie Advanced]]'' toys, this Japanese-exclusive redeco of [[#Deluxe Class toys|2007 ''Transformers'' Protoform Optimus Prime]] is given a ''Generation 1''-styled color scheme (which is ''also'' based on his appearances in IDW's ''[[Transformers: Foundation]]'' comic-book mini-series). Protoform Optimus Prime transforms into his &quot;entry&quot; mode. This mode somewhat resembles a cybertronic truck, with false wheels sculpted onto the sides, and Optimus Prime's trademark windows in front. His now-blue flame decoration piece fits to the back of the &quot;vehicle&quot;, creating the illusion of a flaming comet's tail (Not sure if this was mean to represent his jetpack blast effect or his atmospheric entry heat effect, which is for no reason: entirely blue instead of hot red). The bottom of the vehicle has small wheels to roll the toy across smooth surfaces.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SKDeluxe}}<br /> [[File:AoE Target 2-pack deluxe Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Shinybots! Roll Out and Be FABULOUS!]]<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime &amp; Grimlock''' (Deluxe, 2014)<br /> **'''29 OF 30'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword<br /> :A redeco of the ''Dark of the Moon'' Deluxe Class toy, this Optimus Prime has large portions of his body, mostly his truck parts, vacuum metallized silver, and his light-piped eyes were neutered by blue paint. He comes with a redeco of Generation 1 [[Rampage (G1)|Rampage]]'s sword, which can be wield by his 5mm-compatible hands (Although not shown in the instructions). As his body, legs, and front truck kibble were chromed, care must be taken while transforming, ''especially'' with the shoulder kibble &amp; the bottom leg's posts (This can be amended if you slightly drill the holes). As with the original ''Dark of the Moon'' Deluxe Class figure, the instructions did not mention about forming the sleeper part until step 10, the pinky finger prevented the sword to peg down through his hands, and of course: his truck mode can attach with the Armored Weapons Platform included in the ''Chronicle'' or the ''Movie Trilogy Series'' figure. This figure has slightly loose shoulder joints.<br /> <br /> :This figure was only available in a two-pack with a Voyager Class [[Grimlock (AOE)#Target2Pack|Grimlock]] figure. The two-pack was exclusively available at Target stores in the United States, Canada and Australia, at Tesco stores in the United Kingdom and Hungary and at Galeria Kaufhof department stores in Germany.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/TargetDlxOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Deluxe Silver Knight Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Voyager Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|EvasionMode}}<br /> [[File:AOEGenerationstoy-EvasionModeOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Continuing Megatron's legacy of being a drifting, shotgun-toting hobo hiding from the feds. ''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-02 Optimus Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|A little less blue goes a long way. ''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Evasion Mode Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2014)<br /> **''Series / Number:'' '''M4 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Classic Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD02'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[May 17|05-17]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> <br /> :Part of the first wave of ''Age of Extinction: [[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Voyager Class toys, &quot;Evasion Mode Optimus Prime&quot; is an all-new figure based on the character's initial form in the film, transforming from a cab-over semi truck into a robot mostly similar to his previous movie design. The truck mode is heavily based on Generation 1 Optimus Prime's White Freightliner WFT alt mode in both sculpt and deco, although it draws a few details, such as the singular smokestack and wheel designs, from the heavily faded Marmon 97 seen on-screen. In robot mode, he sports faux-kibble windows and, amusingly, ''two'' false smokestacks. Unfortunately, due to being used with the transformation, he lacks the real elbow joint on the arm, which makes the lower section of the arm the only poseable section. Also, Optimus can wield weapons with longer posts while his arms are in a &quot;default&quot; 90° position.<br /> <br /> :Optimus includes an spring-loaded missile firing &quot;ion cannon&quot; modeled after Megatron's shotgun from ''Dark of the Moon'', with the missile features a sculpted shotgun nozzle on the front section. It can be held in his hand or attached to the top of the truck cab or truck bed via 5mm post, and, in an unadvertised feature, sports tabs on the rear-most handle that allow the [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Megatron toy]] to wield it. Also undocumented is the fact that the weapon can be stored under either of Optimus' shoulders.<br /> <br /> :In time-honored tradition, Prime's instructions depict the toy with an alternate &quot;[[Retool#Gang-molded alternate parts|pretooled]]&quot; head – in this case, a version with the faceplate deployed, used on the ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' and &quot;Rusty&quot; releases of the figure (see below). Additionally, his [[packaging]] [[stock photography]] depicts him with extra white/silver [[Paint operation|paint detail]]s, especially on his chest and wheel rims, as well as having gray upper arms with red details, among other differences.<br /> <br /> :Despite his relatively small truck mode (which is almost as small as a Deluxe class toy, but slightly larger than his ''Generation 1'' toy's truck) he is quite tall.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy version, part of the first wave of ''[[Movie Advanced Series]]'' toys, is dubbed &quot;Classic Optimus Prime&quot;, and opts for a deco closer to Prime's previous on-screen appearances, omitting the blue paint on his feet and hands to reveal the gray plastic underneath, and adding new paint details all over. Instead of painting it in clear light blue, his light-piping eyes is neutered with opaque light blue paint. In terms of quality control, at least ''one'' sample has missing it's silver paint on the head's left cheek.<br /> <br /> :The faceplated version of the mold was used to make [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Toys|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/EMOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Evasion Mode Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AOERevenge}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-12 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|More like ''Revenge of the Fallen Paint Apps'', amirite?]]<br /> *'''Revenge Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD12'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[May 17|05-17]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Matrix of Leadership, 2 Fuel Tank-Gun assemblies, removable Energon Swords <br /> :Part of TakaraTomy's ''[[Movie Advanced Series]]'' lineup, Revenge Optimus Prime is redeco of the 2010 ''Transformers'' Battle Blades mold, featuring darker plastic, a pair of flip-out swords (the first release of this mold) from the Hasbro release, and chromed fuel tank-guns &amp; sun visors. His shins &amp; wheel joints are bronze from the Hasbro release as opposed to the grey of Takara's ''Autobot Alliance'' release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AOEEvolution}}<br /> [[File:Evolution2PackAOEOptimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66]]<br /> *'''Evolution 2-Pack Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Two-Pack, 2014)<br /> **'''23 OF 30'''<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2017]]-[[October 3|10-3]]<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :A Voyager-class two pack of ''[[Transformers: Classics|Classics]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Classics|Optimus Prime]], representing the Generation 1 version of the character, and a redeco of ''Age of Extinction'' Evasion Optimus Prime representing the Movie character. Like Rusty Optimus Prime (seen below), he features flames on his vehicle mode doors.<br /> <br /> :Unlike the stock photography, the actual toy doesn't feature a [[mouthplate]]. In October, : The two-pack was one of the three Evolution 2-packs available as a Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive in Japan, with no changes on the figures with an exception of the packaging, which the front box features Japanese translated versions of the English text, and a sticker on the back confirming that this was a Japanese release. The robot mode stock photo lacks the gun nozzle/missile.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PEWithGrimlock}}<br /> [[File:PlatinumEditiontoy-2PackOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|For a bot who's supposed to be in hiding, he's sure got a lot of chrome.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Grimlock''' (Platinum Edition Voyager 2-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :Released as a two-pack with Voyager Class [[Grimlock (AOE)#Platinum Edition|Grimlock]], ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' Optimus Prime is a redeco of Evasion Mode Optimus Prime with chromed shoulders, fists, pelvis, lower stomach and leg sides. He features a headsculpt with a mouthplate. His truck stripe is now white.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MilkMagazine}}<br /> [[File:Milk-Magazine-Evasion-Mode-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Counselor Prime, what do you think?&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Battle Damage Color''' (Milk Magazine exclusive, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> <br /> :This hand-made custom of the Evasion Mode Optimus Prime figure is exclusive to Hong Kong's [[Milk Magazine]]. It's an officially licensed item produced in association with Hasbro Hong Kong. The weathering was done by Ori Toy.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RustyEvasion}}<br /> [[File:Lost Age TRU JP rusty Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Can't believe people are willing to pay a fortune for a dirt-covered Ultra Magnus cab that's missing its trailer-armor.]]<br /> *'''Rusty Ver. Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[August 18|08-18]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :A redeco of the Voyager Evasion Mode toy, Rusty Ver. Optimus Prime features extensive paint applications to give him a screen-accurate vehicle mode, and was released as a Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Japan-exclusive. It uses the alternate, faceplated head mold.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BCGoldClassic}}<br /> [[File:Takaratomy-gold-classic-optimus-prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|No wonder why [[Lockdown (ROTF)|Lockdown]] is hunting him.]]<br /> *'''Gold Classic Optimus Prime''' (Battle Command Campaign, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :Limited to 10 pieces, this gold chrome redeco of Evasion Mode Optimus Prime is released as part of the Transformers Battle Command Campaign given away to ten winners via a lucky draw. The initial phase for entry was operated in July 2014, when those wishing to enter the draw had to mail in the proof of purchase from the Takara-Tomy Lost Age Optimus Prime. The actual mailing out of prizes was to take place in November 2014.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AutobotsUnited}}<br /> [[File:Autobots-united-optimus-prime.jpg|right|upright=1.95|thumb|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JEdZ-yjxHLI That's what I'm talkin' about.]]]<br /> *'''Autobots United''' (Platinum Edition 5-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :The Autobots United 5 Pack includes another redeco of Voyager Class Evasion Mode Optimus Prime. This release features the faceplated headsculpt and, unlike the rest of the set, which strives for screen-accuracy, features a heavily Generation 1-inspired deco. Deco changes include replacing most of the blue &amp; grey plastic into red, with blue paint applied on it, and his dark grey plastic is now a lighter shade. His Ion Cannon is now painted black to resemble his ''Generation 1'' toy's blaster, color-wise.<br /> <br /> :He came in the BBTS shared exclusive &quot;Autobots United&quot; set along with screen-accurate redecos of [[Crosshairs (AOE)|Crosshairs]], [[Bumblebee (Movie)|Bumblebee]], [[Drift (AOE)|Drift]] and [[Hound (Movie)|Hound]].<br /> <br /> :He is also mistransformed, his shoulders are not folded.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BreakoutBattle}}<br /> [[File:Platinum-edition-breakout-battle-optimus-prime.jpg|right|thumb|350px|Cookies and Cream Prime.]]<br /> *'''Breakout Battle''' (Platinum Edition, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Ion cannon, Projectile<br /> :The &quot;Breakout Battle&quot; set includes another take on a screen-accurate &quot;Scrapyard Optimus Prime&quot;, featuring a brown paint wash on tan plastic. The set was a shared exclusive between Toys &quot;R&quot; Us, online retailers such as Big Bad Toy Store, and Myer in Australia. The set was released in Australia, Singapore, and Canada but never actually made it to retail in the U.S. The set also includes [[Rollbar (AOE)|Rollbar]] and a [[Vehicon (AOE)|Vehicon]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Leader Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|AOELeader}}<br /> [[File:AOEGenerationstoy-LeaderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77|No one makes fun of Prime's &lt;s&gt;security&lt;/s&gt; ''survival'' backpack and gets away with it! ''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:Lost Age AD-01 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.77|And it's a Buster right outta the gate! ''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2014)<br /> **''Series / Number:'' '''M4 / #001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD01'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''2014-[[May 17|05-17]]'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :Part of the first wave of ''Age of Extinction: Generations'' Leader Class toys, this is yet ''another'' completely new &quot;big&quot; Optimus Prime figure. While smaller than the First Edition toy, this one features more silver and chrome paint in vehicle mode, a more poseable robot mode, and a Vector Shield accessory instead of the Sentinel Shield. Unlike the First Edition figure, Leader Class Optimus Prime's pauldrons and hip-skirts are formed from truck kibble, giving him a marginally smaller backpack. His accessories have roughly the same functionality as the First Edition toy, with his sword being hand-held and pegged onto his hands or storing underneath the truck, and his shield mounting onto his left forearm or storing on the back of the truck. Additionally, the sword sheath underneath the truck can be folded up and used in robot mode.<br /> <br /> :It should be noted that this Optimus Prime can accommodate the [[Dual_Energon_Swords#Dark_of_the_Moon|Battle Blade]] accessories to recreate the scene of him fighting against Galvatron.<br /> <br /> :This figure was only made available as a store [[exclusive]] in parts of Europe, at least in the United Kingdom (at Argos) and Germany (at Rossmann drug stores).<br /> <br /> :Apparently, early plans for the shield were to have it colored gold and silver, but it was later changed to gray and red. When a hand-painted [[prototype]] of the toy was first displayed at the 2013 New York Comic Con, the shield was colored yellow and silver; in addition, the original versions of the official Hasbro [[stock photography|stock photos]] also depict the gold color, but the versions featured on the back of the toy's [[packaging]] were edited so they would accurately depict the final toy's colors for the shield. Meanwhile, the versions of the stock photos provided to websites and online retailers depict the shield in its final colors for the robot mode, whereas the vehicle mode photo is the unedited version featuring the shield's original colors. Furthermore, UK-based retailer Argos also featured unedited versions of the stock photos for both modes in one of its catalogs, causing some confusion among fans.&lt;ref name=&quot;argos&quot;&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/boards/transformers-toy-discussion/991761-uk-getting-different-leader-decos-optimus-yellow-vector-shield.html TFW2005 thread] about outdated stock photos used in Argos catalog.&lt;/ref&gt; Sometimes, the spring loaded &quot;[[Automorph Technology|Automorph]]&quot; feature in his head is too strong and causes the head to fly off...<br /> <br /> :The [[TakaraTomy]] version, part of the first wave of ''Lost Age: Movie Advanced'' toys, features numerous silver paint details, and alters the deco on his chest to be more screen-accurate, among many other changes.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Age of Extinction'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|AOELeaderGold}}<br /> [[File:GoldPlatedOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.22|This time, NO ONE dared to transform it.]]<br /> *'''Gold Plated Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword of Judgement<br /> :This gold vacuum metallized version of Optimus Prime is a prize in Hasbro's Asia Age of Extinction campaign. To qualify for winning this toy, one must be the biggest spender of the day during the midnight launch of the AoE toyline at specific Toys R Us or participate in a lucky draw. This toy is limited to 7 pieces. 2 are in mainland China, while Hong Kong, Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, Taiwan each have one.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PELeader}}<br /> [[File:AOEPlatinumLeaderClassOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2]]<br /> *'''Leader Class Grimlock &amp; Leader Class Optimus Prime''' (Platinum Edition 2-pack, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield <br /> <br /> :Platinum Optimus is a redeco of the Leader Class Optimus Prime. Optimus' color palette is now darkened with some additional paint details. His &quot;Sword of Judgment&quot; is now a light blue. Optimus features more chrome on his &quot;Vector Shield&quot;, chest, and on his head. The set was a shared exclusive, available from BigBadToyStore and Toys&quot;R&quot;Us, and was also sold during a Taiwanese event celebrating the launch of ''[[Transformers Rising]]''.<br /> <br /> :Initial [http://toys.tfw2005.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2014/06/TF4-Leader-2pack-Optimus-bot_1403963168.jpg prototype] [http://toys.tfw2005.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/12/2014/06/TF4-Leader-2pack-Optimus-truck_1403963168.jpg photos] shows that Optimus' blue plastic is casted in translucent blue, which is not present in the final product.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|ArmorKnight}}<br /> [[File:Movie-Advanced-Series-AD-31-Armor-Knight-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=2.2|thumb|Transforming my mouth is terrifying.]]<br /> *'''Armor Knight Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''AD31'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield <br /> <br /> :Armor Knight Optimus Prime is a retool of ''Age of Extinction: Generations'' Leader Class Optimus Prime. It features a new head sculpt with a rotatable faceplate (one side with the mask, the other without, the whole part rotates), along with other remolded body parts (such as his skirt, feet, and chest), giving it a more screen accurate appearance. He includes more movie-accurate weapons, featuring a new sword and shield, albeit in not-so-accurate colors (the sword's transparent orange blade was also a nod to the [http://www.joshnizzi.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/P_OptimusV2_Sword_130225_v003_JN.jpg sword's &quot;heat up&quot; mode in the concept art].). He is covered in metallic paint, along with additional chrome details on his rims and bumper.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|BlackKnightLeader}}<br /> [[File:AOEBlackKnightOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Gotta admit, this is ''awesome''.]]<br /> *'''Black Knight Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2015-[[August 3|08-03]])<br /> **''Accessories'': Nemesis Sword, Sphere Shield <br /> <br /> :Black Knight Optimus Prime is a [[black repaint]] of Armor Knight Optimus Prime (which is a retool of the first Leader Class Optimus Prime) in [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)|Nemesis Prime]]'s colors with an Autobot symbol, which is also a double reference to [[Eldedroid]]'s colors. His entire clear parts were cast in red. <br /> <br /> :Black Knight Optimus Prime is a Toys R Us Japan exclusive.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Lost Age Series===<br /> [[File:Takara-lost-age-series-battle-command-optimus-prime.jpg|thumb|Am I awesome?|right|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Battle Command Optimus Prime''' (2014-[[July 19|07-19]]/2018-4)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA01'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Wing Backpack/Battle Station, 2 Hound's guns, 2 Sword-Guns, 2 face-guns, Sword of Judgement<br /> <br /> :A roughly Voyager-sized mold of Optimus Prime. He transforms into a Western Star &quot;5700 OP&quot; concept truck as seen in the film, in ''4 steps'':<br /> ::1. Press 2 buttons on the truck steps makes the side panels pop out in position.<br /> ::2. Fold down the front section to transform it's robot mode legs.<br /> ::3. Fold back the rear parts to form the kibble.<br /> ::4. Position the arms into place, and Optimus will announce &quot;Transform!&quot;, with a classic transformation sound effect. <br /> :Like Chomp &amp; Stomp Grimlock, his truck kibble from the back can accommodate One-Steps and Power Battlers (Both Hasbro and TakaraTomy), activating his various voice clips and flashing lights by interacting with the magnets in their feet. He is notably less kibbly than other AOE Optimus Primes...from the front, at least. The back and sides are not so promising with large chunks of Western Star truck kibble hanging off his legs, making him look as if he's wearing a petticoat. At least the jetpack helps balance the whole thing out....<br /> <br /> :The sword of judgement included with this toy is the same mold as the weapon included with the ''Age of Extinction'' leader class Optimus but cast in flat grey rubbery plastic rather than the transparent plastic and paint operations of the initial release. This Optimus Prime erroneously features blue paint on his feet instead of the screen-accurate red.<br /> <br /> :Like the First Edition figure, Battle Command Optimus Prime's truck kibble can be detached from the robot mode figure to form his separate vehicle mode on its own, but there is '''one''' sacrifice is needed to be made, so brace yourselves: you need to ''actually trim off the wires that activates it's lights &amp; sound gimmick in order to separate the kibble from the robot.''<br /> {{-}}<br /> *'''Battle Command Optimus Prime &amp; Bumblebee Strongest Tag Set''' (Multi-pack, [[October 18|10-18-]]2014)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA14'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Trailer/Wing Backpack/Battle Station, 2 Hound's guns, 2 Sword-Guns, 2 face-guns, Sword of Judgement, 1-step Changer High Octane Bumblebee<br /> <br /> :A re-released version of figure above, packaged with a One-Step Changer High Octane Bumblebee.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FinalBattle4-pack}}<br /> <br /> *'''Final Battle 4-Figure Set''' (Multi-pack, 2014-[[October 18|10-18]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''LA-SP'''<br /> <br /> :The Japanese release of the Silver Knight Optimus Prime from the ''Age of Extinction Collection'' 6-pack set is bundled with 1-Step Helicopter Drift, Galvatron, and Slug.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Construct-Bots==<br /> [[File:ConstructBots AoE dino-rider Optimus Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Dinobot Riders, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun<br /> : A smaller toy that can ride on Dinobots. He includes a small gun.<br /> <br /> :His nominal Dinobot steed (if it wasn't already abundantly obvious) is [[Grimlock (AOE)|Grimlock]].<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Transformers-construct-bots-dinofire-grimlock-optimus-prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Dinofire Grimlock''' (Dinobot, 2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun<br /> :&quot;Available only in the &quot;Dinofire Grimlock&quot; set, this Optimus is a slight redeco of the individual Dinobot Riders Optimus Prime, featuring a brighter shade of red and blue.<br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:Construct-Bots-TF4-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime with Gnaw''' (Dinobot Warriors, 2014)<br /> : Optimus Prime transforms from a truck-thing to a robot. He includes a sword weapon and his Dinobot partner [[Gnaw (AOE)|Gnaw]] who can turn into a backpack, arm and chest armor, and a ''gigantic'' axe.<br /> {{-}}<br /> [[File:Construct-Bots-Dinobot-Rider-Silver-Knight-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Grimlock with Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun, Sword<br /> :Bundled with a redecoed Grimlock, Silver Knight Optimus Prime is a redeco of the Dinobot Riders Optimus Prime. He also comes with an extra sword accessory. <br /> <br /> :The set was currently released as a Target exclusive.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Legend Commander Collection==<br /> [[File:Legend-commander-collection-one-step-optimus.jpg|right|upright=1.67|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''LC-04'''<br /> :Part of the ''[[Legend Commander Collection]]'' sold at [[Transformers Expo]], Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of the &quot;One Step Changer&quot; Optimus Prime. Remaining stock was sold through [[TakaraTomy Mall]].<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make Silver Knight Optimus Prime from the One-Step Collection.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Q-Transformers==<br /> [[File:QTransformers AOE Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2014)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-01E'''<br /> <br /> :''[[Q-Transformers]]'' Optimus Prime is a [[super deformed]] toy based on his ''Age of Extinction'' design, transforming into a cute little Western Star 4900 SB. It was sold as an exclusive at Transformers Expo months before the proper release of the toyline. Being only one inch and a half tall, this is actually the smallest transformable figure of movie-verse Optimus Prime, and it even gets close to being the tiniest transformable Optimus Prime ever made if it wasn't for [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Q-Transformers|another slightly smaller Q-Transformers release]].<br /> <br /> :This mold was also used to make ''Q-Transformers'' [[Nemesis Prime (AOE)#Q-Transformers|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Autobot/QTOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Q-Transformers'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2014-[[December 26|12-26]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-01'''<br /> <br /> :This standard retail version of ''Q-Transformers'' Prime is identical to the Transformers Expo release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Watashi}}<br /> [[File:QTransformers QT23 Optimus.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime (Watashi ni ii kangae ga aru)''' (2015-[[July 25|07-25]], 2016-[[January 30|01-30]])<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QT-23''', '''QTF-01'''<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a new mold that matches the character's more cartoony and simplified appearance in the ''[[Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns (cartoon)|Q-Transformers: Mystery of Convoy Returns]]'' cartoon. The &quot;Watashi ni ii kangae ga aru&quot; added to his name means &quot;I have a good idea&quot; (私にいい考えがある). A line originally spoken by [[Optimus Prime (G1)|G1 Optimus Prime]] at various times in the Japanese dub of the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|original cartoon]], it has a reputation as a catchphrase of his among Japanese fans and has been reused by many Optimus Primes since, including the Prime in the ''Q-Transformers'' cartoon.<br /> <br /> :This toy was re-released with a new ID number as part of the second ''Q-Transformers'' series.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|QTProtagonists}}<br /> *'''Q-Transformers Protagonists 3-Figure Set''' (2016-01-30)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''QTFS-01 '''<br /> <br /> :The second Optimus Prime toy was also sold in a three-pack with fellow cartoon main characters [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#Q-Transformers|Bumblebee]] and [[Lockdown (ROTF)#Q-Transformers|Lockdown]]. They come with a cardboard backdrop to be displayed on that depicts a typical service area of a Japanese expressway, much like the real locations the characters stand around in in the cartoon.<br /> <br /> :Although usually sold in Japanese markets, some department stores in Asia had sold the set as well.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Bearbrick==<br /> [[File:Bearbrick AOEOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2015)<br /> <br /> : A special edition [[Bearbrick]] released in celebration of the ''Transformers'' 30th anniversary, Optimus Prime is a redeco of Bearbrick [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|G1 Optimus Prime]] in a deco based on his ''Age of Extinction'' appearance. He transforms from a Bearbrick painted up like himself to a bear-eared robot and comes with no accessories, but holes in his [[robot mode]] hands can accommodate other toys' weapons.<br /> <br /> : This mold was redecoed into [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]] and retooled into [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Megatron]] and then further retooled with a new chest into [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Bumblebee]] and [[Starscream (G1)/toys#Bearbrick|Starscream]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> <br /> ==Battle Masters==<br /> [[File:BattleMasters OptimusPrime Grimlock 2pack.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / Grimlock''' (2015)<br /> <br /> :A redeco of the sword-wielding version of ''[[Battle Masters]]'' [[Optimus Prime (Battle Masters)|Optimus Prime]], Silver Knight Optimus Prime is a non-transforming &quot;Rock 'Em Sock 'Em Robots&quot;-like toy with arms that punch through the use of levers in his legs. He can also be placed on the included controller handle, allowing the punches to be activated with a pair of triggers. Optimus Prime was only available in a Target-exclusive two-pack with [[Grimlock (AOE)#Battle Masters|Grimlock]].<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Movie The Best==<br /> ===Voyager Class toys===<br /> [[File:Transformers-Movie-MB-01-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[2017]]-[[February 4|02-04]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-01'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Ion Cannon<br /> <br /> :Released as part of TakaraTomy's ''[[Transformers Movie The Best]]'' toyline to conclude the 10th anniversary of the [[live-action film series]], this Optimus Prime is an extensive redeco of his Evasion mode toy. He also uses the faceplated head and the dark gray-colored Ion Cannon used for the Evolution 2-pack/''Platinum Edition'' 5-pack release. While his deco had taken cues from both the TakaraTomy release of Evasion Mode Optimus Prime and the ''Platinum Edition'' Breakout Battle figure, the weathering pattern bears a similar resemblance to his Rusty Version of the figure.<br /> <br /> :Like the rest of the ''Movie The Best'' figures, Optimus Prime is packaged in Vehicle Mode.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MB09}}<br /> [[File:TF-Movie-The-Best-MB-09-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]<br /> *'''Dino Ride Grimlock &amp; Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2017-[[March 25|03-25]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-09'''<br /> :This reissue of Grimlock comes with a new non-transforming Optimus Prime mini figure, standing in the size of an ''Armada'' Mini-con. He also comes with his trademark sword &amp; shield.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Leader Class toys===<br /> {{anchor|MB11}}<br /> [[File:Transformers-Movie-MB-11-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|And the fandom finally rejoiced for real...]]<br /> *'''Movie 10th Anniversary Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2017-[[March 25|03-25]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-11'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into Ion blaster, 2 Energon Swords, 2 Battle Hooks, Knuckle<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is an extensive screen-accurate redeco of the ''Dark of the Moon'' Supreme Class/Leader Class Striker retool, using the Ion Blaster accessory from the Buster Optimus Prime and the Toys R Us Japan-exclusive battle blade accessories. He also comes with the Knuckle piece and the Battle Hooks and uses the 2-2-1 articulated fingers featured from the second ''Asia Premium Series'' release. He also features a Japanese language sound box for his voice gimmick, replacing Peter Cullen's &quot;I am Optimus Prime&quot; voice line.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MB17}}<br /> [[File:TF-Movie-the-Best-MB-17-Optimus-Prime-Revenge-Edition.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|You bought the ''Masterpiece'' Prime already? Come on.]]<br /> *'''Movie 10th Anniversary Optimus Prime''' (Leader, 2018-[[March 23|03-24]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-17'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 Energon Swords, 2 Battle Hooks, Knuckle, 2 fuel tank/exhaust assemblies - combine into Ion blaster<br /> <br /> :Another release of the Leader Class Optimus Prime figure, now redecoed from the original ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Leader Class mold, but with the gimmick-less arms from the Supreme Class retool, and a pair of articulated fingers which was not previously used for the original release. He also retains his pair of Energon Swords and Hooks, and his Knuckle piece. He also retains the fuel tanks that can combine to form his ion blaster. In terms of deco, he features a darker plastic color and paint, which is meant to go with this line's Jetfire.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MtBNemesisPrime}}<br /> [[File:TF-Movie-the-Best-MB-20-Nemesis-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Just in case you don't want to customize your valuable Calibur Prime.]]<br /> *'''Nemesis Prime''' (Leader, 2018-[[March 23|03-24]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''MB-20'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Temenos Sword, Calibur Axe, Overshield/Fifth Wheel Hitch<br /> <br /> :''Movie the Best'' Nemesis Prime is a redeco of the TakaraTomy exclusive Calibur Optimus Prime figure, with darker paint and plastic, and bright, metallic, purple eyes, and the mark of [[Quintessa (TLK)|Quintessa]] on his face. As for the weapons, the Caliber Axe uses translucent purple plastic instead of orange, and there is more silver at the base of the blade. The Overshield has black replacing the original's silver and purple replacing the original's bronze.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Masterpiece Movie Series==<br /> {{anchor|MasterpieceMPM4}}<br /> [[File:MPM4Optimus.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|...until this came. ''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:TF-Masterpiece-Takara-MPM-4-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|If you have bought the Hasbro release, then I have some bad news for you, and ''your wallet''. ''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date:'' [[2017]]-[[September 16|09-16]]<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''MPM-4'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Ion Cannon, 2 Energy Swords, Matrix of Leadership<br /> <br /> :Released to conclude the 10th Anniversary of the live-action film series, ''[[The Transformers: Masterpiece|Masterpiece]] Movie Series'' Optimus Prime is a brand new mold that transforms from a 25cm-tall robot (a little taller than MP10 [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#mp10|Convoy]]) resembling how the character appeared in the first live action movie into a &lt;s&gt;Kenworth W900&lt;/s&gt; modified Peterbilt 379... in '''''43''''' steps, making it one of the most complex ''Masterpiece'' figures to date! (Although this pales in comparison to MP-36 [[Megatron (G1)/toys#MP36|Megatron]]'s 107 steps.) <br /> <br /> :The figure has diecast in its feet, shins, and abdomen. It features pinstriped flames, articulated fingers, a headsculpt with a face that can rotate between masked and unmasked modes in a method identical to Armor Knight Optimus Prime's, and an abdomen that opens to reveal a chamber housing a diecast Matrix of Leadership. He comes with said Matrix, his Ion Cannon, and a pair of Energy Swords that tab in behind his wrists (the hands unfortunately have to be bent forward to accommodate these). All three weapons can combine and store on the fifth wheel in vehicle mode.<br /> <br /> :Though the figure does a much better job of conveying the on-screen character model than the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Leader_Class_toys_2|ROTF Leader Class mold]] did, there are still a few inaccuracies—most notably the forearm and shoulder pad designs and the head/torso proportions. The final product also lacks certain paint details visible in stock and packaging imagery, such as the blue rings on his feet and the gold on his pelvis. It should be noted that this mold does not combine with [[Jetfire (ROTF)#Leader Class Toys|Jetfire]]. <br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy release replaces the dark gray plastic on the Hasbro version with lighter gray as well as adding the missing paint apps shown on the box. <br /> <br /> :In addition, it is very difficult, if not impossible for the vehicle mode to tab together properly. The entire cab assembly breaks apart very easily as the tabs lack sufficient friction to keep it together, resulting in either a gap forming between the front windows and the hood or part of the hood raising up. The pipes that are supposed to connect to the bottom of the smokestacks also don't swing out far enough to properly do so if the feet are tabbed together completely. When attempting to complete the cab assembly, it is advised to apply upward pressure on the front side barrels while pushing the cab downwards. A misassembly error is also present on all versions of the mold, where the roof hinges that connect the sides of the cabin are reversed.<br /> <br /> :[[Starscream (G1)/toys#HasbroMP|As]] [[Bumblebee (G1)/toys#HasbroMP|expected]], the Hasbro stock photos (pictured here) have the figure mistransformed in both modes. The backpack is a mess, the chest and torso bits aren't properly configured, and the smokestacks in truck mode aren't extended.<br /> <br /> :In the United States, Canada, and Hasbro's Asian markets, ''Masterpiece Movie Series'' Optimus Prime was exclusively available from [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]], whereas in Spain, he saw a wider release, being at least available via the Spanish subsidiaries of [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]] and Carrefour. It's currently unknown if he was also available in stores, or limited to online purchases. In Greece, he was officially available via at least one toy store chain, aptly named simply &quot;Toys-Shop&quot;, but again might have been available online only.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==The Last Knight==<br /> ===Turbo Changers===<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-One-Step-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|TLK-07 Speed Changer Optimus Prime, now with Hasbro-esque paint apps! (No seriously, this is the TakaraTomy stock photo.)]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (One-Step Changer, 2017)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Speed Change Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-07'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2017-[[April 29|04-29]]'''<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a ''minor'' redeco of the One-Step Changer figure, ''omitting'' the paint apps on the knees, the flames on his shoulders, and changing the robot mode chest's deco. Along with his wavemate Bumblebee, Optimus Prime loses his pin on his leg, which is used to activate Stomp &amp; Chomp Grimlock's pop-out weapons and gimmicks. As with the first wave of the Turbo Changers, Optimus features a nearly invisible tampograph on his vehicle front, which can be revealed with [[Dragonstorm#MegaTurboChanger|Mega Turbo Changer Dragonstorm's]] UV-powered Cyberfire gimmick.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BigWTurboChanger6Pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-RtS-Turbo-Changer-6-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''1-Step Turbo Changer 6 Pack''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Axe, Club, 2 spear-like weapons, Scimitar, Shield <br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a redeco of the figure above, featuring red wheels and various Tech Spec-sque patterns on the legs &amp; chest which can be decoded with their transparent red weapons, which is molded in a sprue similar to the ones used for the Arms Microns kits &amp; ''Robots in Disguise (2015)'' Mini-Con figures. He can use any weapons included in this set, although his primary weapon is an axe.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|KnightArmorTurboChanger}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Knight-Armor-Turbo-Changer-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(Hasbro version pictured)'']]<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-TC-01-Big-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|''(TakaraTomy version pictured)'']]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Knight Armor Turbo Changer, 2017/2018)<br /> **''Japanese Name'': '''Big Optimus Prime'''<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-01'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''2018-[[February 3|02-03]]'''<br /> <br /> :Knight Armor Turbo Changer Optimus Prime is a Voyager-sized figure that transforms from truck to robot in just 2-steps: pulling his whole truck kibble to the front then fold down to complete the robot mode, although converting him back requires some few steps. His only articulation is the elbows, and he features 5mm compatible hands. He also features a &quot;Knight Armor&quot; gimmick, which consists of his mask popping out to his head with the press of the button on his chest. Take note that you need to flip back the mask manually before you turn him back into Truck Mode.<br /> <br /> :The TakaraTomy release of the figure features extensive paint applications to resembles his on-screen appearances, and his pop-out mask is now vacuum metallized with some gold details.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Tiny Turbo Changers===<br /> {{anchor|TinyTurboChanger}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Tiny-Turbo-Changers-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2017)<br /> **''Series'': '''1''' &amp; '''2'''<br /> **''Bag Code'': '''I'''<br /> <br /> :[[Tiny Turbo Changers]] Optimus Prime is a small, stumpy, soft-plastic [[blindpacking|blind-bagged]] mini-figure that changes from robot to a licensed Western Star 5700 OP Truck with just a few simple steps. He features ball-jointed shoulders and hands that are compatible with ''[[Cyberverse]]'' weapons and other 3mm post accessories. Like all Tiny Turbo Changers, his vehicle-mode tires do not spin, sorry.<br /> <br /> :Being only an inch and three quarters half, he is the second smallest transformable movie version of Optimus Prime around, only losing the first spot to the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Q-Transformers|Q-Transformers]] version. Much like the normal-colors [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#TinyTurboChanger|Bumblebee]], he was available in both Series 1 and 2 of the line, with no noteworthy changes between releases. Not even their bag codes were altered. Their instruction books were updated to say &quot;Series 2&quot;.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RtSTinyTurbo3pack}}<br /> [[File:TLK-toy TTC-Optimus3pack.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime / Steelbane / Bumblebee''' (3-pack, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Autobot&quot; weapons sprue (2 swords, flail-axe, left shield-half), &quot;Decepticon&quot; weapons sprue (2 cutlasses, knife, right shield-half)<br /> <br /> :Released as part of the [[Target]]-[[exclusive]] ''Reveal The Shield'' subline, this Tiny Turbo Changer 3-pack contains a [[redeco]]ed Optimus Prime and [[Bumblebee (Movie)/toys#RtSTinyTurbo3pack|Bumblebee]] (in their first non-blindpacked release) and a new [[Steelbane#TinyTurboChanger|Steelbane]] figure. This version of Optimus features red wheels &amp; [[Tech Spec]]-esque patterns on his robot mode chest and... groin-flaps, though the ''real'' decoding is on his vehicle mode roof, which when seen through the attached clear-red weapons (or similar plastic device) reveals... an Autobot symbol. Surprise.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Changers===<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Titan-Changers-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Titan Changers, 2017)<br /> <br /> :''Titan Changers'' Optimus Prime is an all new mold that transforms from a tall robot into a truck in just 4 easy steps!<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Legion Class toys===<br /> {{Note|All of the Legion Class Optimus Prime toys features an undocumented feature of him combining with Legends Class Jetfire.}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Legion-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|With this toy, I will make people think that I went back to my old body like Bumblebee has!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Legion Class, 2017)<br /> <br /> :Legion Class Optimus Prime is a redeco/retool of the first ''Revenge of the Fallen'' Legends Class figure, with the deco resembling the paint job from Optimus Prime's Western Star &quot;5700 OP&quot; concept truck. While the main body is identical to the figure, the arms and legs are newly tooled, with simple assemblies for the wheels. The retooled legs now features a more solid stopping point, which prevents the center front grill/legs to swing back further. It should be noted that his flame decals are ''painted over'' the side windows.<br /> <br /> :In 29th August to 29th September, the entire 1st wave of ''The Last Knight'' Legion Class figures that almost ''massively'' shelfwarmed in Malaysia's Toys&quot;R&quot;Us stores was sold as a giveaway item for the customers who purchased ''The Last Knight'' toys in a price of RM200 (approx $46) in a single receipt. Optimus is one of the four.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MtCWalmart2pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Walmart-Legion-2-pack-Optimus-Prime-and-Ravenspar-box.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Who are you, again?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime and Ravenspar''' (Walmart 2-pack, 2017)<br /> <br /> :This unchanged release of Legion Class Optimus Prime is packed with [[Ravenspar]], a redeco of [[Soundwave (WFC)#Cyberverse|''Prime'' Cyberverse Soundwave]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MtCTRU2pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-TRU-2-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime and Grimlock''' (Toys&quot;R&quot;Us 2-pack, 2017)<br /> <br /> :Available with Grimlock, this Optimus Prime is a redeco (or possibly a repaint) of the figure above, featuring extra paint applications on the chest and thighs, and he features a different flame pattern on his side doors. His Autobot insignia is now tampographed on his right arm. The cyberglyphs on his front hood is confusingly translated as &quot;PRIME&quot;. The 2-pack also comes with a card, which the glyphs being decoded as &quot;DINOBOTS&quot;. Optimus Prime and Grimlock also saw release as a Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Japan exclusive, making this Optimus Prime redeco/slight retool to be first sold at Japanese markets.<br /> <br /> :The final product retains the simple-assembly wheels rather than being assembled with rivet pins seen in the stock photos.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Allspark Tech===<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Allspark-Tech-Starter-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Starter Set, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Cube, USB cord<br /> <br /> :''Allspark Tech'' Optimus Prime transforms from a Rescue Bots-styled robot into a deformed Western Star truck and back. As a Starter pack, He comes with electronic Allspark Cube that can fit on his chest cavity, which gives him different sound effects for his robot &amp; vehicle modes. He also comes with a USB cord, mostly used for recharging.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|ATShadowSpark}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Allspark-Tech-Starter-pack-Shadow-Spark-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Shadow Spark Optimus Prime''' (Starter Set, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Cube, USB cord<br /> <br /> :''Allspark Tech'' Shadow Spark Optimus Prime is a redeco of the figure above, based on his Nemesis Prime alter ego seen in the movie. His electronic cube could probably feature different sound effects.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Premier Edition===<br /> ====Deluxe Class toys====<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Deluxe-Class-2-pack-Protoform-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Mission-to-Cybertron-Deluxe-Class-2-pack-Earth-Mode-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime 2-Pack''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': MechTech Blaster/Energon Battle Axe, Gun/missile/flame attachment<br /> <br /> :This 2-pack release of Optimus Primes are redecoes of [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Deluxe_Class_toys|''Transformers'' (2007) Protoform Optimus Prime]], and [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Deluxe_Class_toys_2|''MechTech'' Deluxe Class Optimus Prime]].<br /> <br /> :&quot;Cybertron Optimus Prime&quot; new features a darker grey plastic, and mostly shares the same paint mask to the original Deluxe class figure, with added paint details on his head and the mesh-like pattern on the front of his &quot;entry&quot; mode. The silver paint on his chest was slightly changed from the original and he lacks the paint on his feet, his &quot;headlights&quot;, and the top of his &quot;entry&quot; mode. Lastly, he features Cyberglyphics on his vehicle mode windows, and the rear sides of the vehicle. His flame attachment is now cast in translucent red plastic with orange sprays.<br /> <br /> :Although ''MechTech'' Optimus Prime's deco is similar to the [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Deluxe_Class_toys_2|first Deluxe Class figure]], some of his parts (robot shoulder flaps, chest piece/truck front) were recast in blue plastic (with the chest being painted red), and his paint applications on the pelvis, headlights &amp; thighs are omitted. His front truck hood/backpack's deco is altered: the truck steps and the fenders were painted blue, and the gold sprays on the flame tampographs are removed, while he features additional flame tampos on both sides of his front hood, and an Autobot Insignia on his left robot shoulder. He still retains the light-piping gimmick, but cast in clear plastic, with the eyeballs being (halfheartedly) painted with clear blue. His MechTech weapon is cast in transparent orange plastic, with the exception of the scope/lever and the gun barrel, which remained opaque silver plastic due to being cast with unpaintable plastic. He also features Cyberglyphics on the left side of his vehicle mode front hood.<br /> <br /> :All Cyberglyphs in this set translate to &quot;PRIME&quot;<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====Voyager Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|TLK-Voyager}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Voyager-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;No, I'm way more awesome than [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Lost_Age_Series|you]]!&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :This Voyager-sized Optimus Prime is an all new mold (with a similar transformation scheme to [[Galvatron_(AOE)#Generations|''Age of Extinction'' Voyager Class Galvatron]], notably the shoulders, rooftop backpack, and the leg/wheels combo) based on his Leader Class figure. He features a similar but different transformation scheme, which results in a somewhat clean robot mode, although most of his vehicle kibble hangs on his back. He also features the sword &amp; the shield based on his final design in the movie, albeit the sword being painted similarly to the Armor Knight Optimus Prime's sword. His Sword can store underneath his Vehicle mode or his robot mode backpack, while the shield can be stored on the truck's fifth wheel hitch, which can also tow the trailer included from the Japanese exclusive [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#VoyagerTrailer|Mechtech Voyager]]. Although the pectoral armor can be slightly pushed up a little bit further, the pieces have to actually stop at where the rectangular pegs are located.<br /> <br /> :Surprisingly, this was also the first Hasbro exclusive transforming Movie Optimus Prime figure to be based on the final design seen in ''Age of Extinction''. He even features the forearms that Prime had before obtaining the Sword of Judgement, which unfortunately means that he is inaccurate to his appearance in the battle of Hong Kong and The Last Knight film. The sword's painted blade is still the heated-up version from the concept art.<br /> <br /> [[File:Shellformer_TLK.jpg|left|200px|thumb|Continuing the family [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#&quot;First Edition&quot;_toys|tradition.]]]]<br /> :Like the larger ''First Edition'' figure, you can actually separate the robot mode from his vehicle shell (although some of the pieces like the (legs/rear wheels) is difficult to separate), displaying both of his modes at once...albeit unlike the ''First Edition'' figure, this tweak could sacrifice the even stability between those two separated figures.<br /> <br /> :The Hasbro stock photos of the toy is ''slightly'' mistransformed: His pectoral armor is not folded correctly in robot mode. At least a ''very small'' number of units feature a faceplate-less head sculpt, which was probably intended for a later retool (but so far no news about this pretool being released in the future). This figure was also released in Toys R Us Japan in May 1st, 2017 as a store exclusive, likewise identical to the Hasbro release. <br /> <br /> :The CG stock photos feature extra silver paint apps on the lower thighs and hands, which the final product does not feature.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TRUPromo}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Lucky-Draw-Battle-Damaged-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Toys&quot;R&quot;Us Giveaway, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :Released as one of the prizes from the &quot;Midnight Madness&quot; event in a Toys R'Us in Singapore, this Optimus Prime which is a redeco of Voyager Class figure, but with weathered battle damage paint all over it (yes, this includes applying to unpaintable plastic.).<br /> <br /> :In some countries like Malaysia, Prime can be obtained by buying some certain items in an expensive price, and he will be given away along with Bumblebee. He was also released as a prize figure for the Transformers Atrium Fair in Takashimaya B2 Atrium located at Singapore in 13 till 26th June.<br /> <br /> :He was also available at the movie launch event in a Toys R'Us in Hong Kong, as a prize for spending HKD$1,500 on Transformers-related products.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Omni7DarkOP}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-7net-Dark-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Once again, proving Takara's superiority, only for double the price!]]<br /> *'''Dark Optimus Prime''' (Omni7 exclusive Voyager Class, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :This redeco of Optimus Prime features a darker shade of plastic, and an extensive paint applications to resemble his on-screen appearances in ''The Last Knight'', and his Nemesis Prime alter ego seen in the film with purple eyes and sword. His shield is completely unpainted for some reason.<br /> <br /> :Dark Optimus Prime can be obtained by purchasing along with the advanced tickets (via movie cards) in June 25, 2017. The item will also be released this September 29 if the item is purchased without advanced tickets. <br /> {{comingsoontoy|Both releases not yet out.}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|MyNEWSLuckyDraw}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-MyNews-Lucky-Draw-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (MyNEWS Lucky Draw Prize, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword<br /> <br /> :Available as a Lucky Draw prize for the Malaysian news and convenience store MyNEWS, this Optimus Prime figure features a gold chrome finish on ''every'' plastic on him (and yes, this ''probably'' includes unpaintable plastic).<br /> :The only way to obtain the prize is:<br /> :#Purchase any Transformers product worth RM30 (approx $7 in the US) in a single receipt from any myNEWS store (Well, the only TF-related items in this store was ''Robots in Disguise'' Tiny Titans, ''The Last Knight'' Tiny Turbo Changers, and ''Generations'' Alt-modes)<br /> :#Take a photo with your Transformers collections.<br /> :#Like their Facebook page, and post your photo and your receipt as a comment under the contest’s posting on the official Facebook page with their ''The Last Knight''-related hashtags.<br /> :#And finally, submit your entry by emailing your photo and receipt to their e-mail Address.<br /> <br /> :And oh, not to mention that the figure is limited to 10 pieces, so uh, good luck.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|SDCC17}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-SDCC2017-Voyager-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;Takara is better than us? We'll show them! give him the best paint apps we got! And give them the free extra tire piece.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (SDCC 2017 exclusive Voyager Class, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield, Tire piece<br /> <br /> :The ''San Diego Comic-Con 2017'' exclusive Optimus Prime figure is another redeco of the ''Premier Edition'' figure, which aims for a more movie accurate look than the original by still sharing the same paint masks, but replacing the chest's deco with flames and adding extra paint applications on the legs, arms, chest, the head, the tire rims, the both sides of the engine compartment, and the sword and shield... but for some reason still sports the movie-inaccurate blue 'collar', as well as the smaller, less accurate vehicle flame tampographs instead of the more movie-accurate ones used on Dark Optimus Prime. His Autobot insignia is also moved on the upper back section of the air dam. He is packaged in a stylish, display-case-like-box similar to later ''Transformers: Alternators'' releases and the Hasbro Toy Shop/SDCC 2011 exclusive figure.<br /> <br /> :Hilariously, Optimus Prime also comes with an ''authentic tire piece'' from a Western Star 5700XE truck (no seriously, look it up.). His stock photo is also ''slightly'' mistranformed: his pectoral armor is not rotated properly in robot mode. Also, the fifth wheel hitch pieces seems to be missing on his robot mode stock photos.<br /> <br /> :Remaining stock was sold through Hasbro Toy Shop.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TLKRevealTheShieldVoyager}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Reveal-Your-Shield-Voyager-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|THE WEAPONS OF MINE GLOWS WITH AN AWESOME POWER! IT'S GIMMICK TELLS ME TO READ MY PATTERNS!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Reveal the Shield Voyager Class, 2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> :This redeco of the [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Voyager_Class_toys_4|''Dark of the Moon'' Voyager Class Optimus Prime]] figure features a really unusual deco pattern consisting of red transparent tires, the vehicle front grill and fuel tanks (the fenders remained opaque red due to unpaintable plastic). Some of his parts like the vehicle front hood and the truck roof features a pattern similar to the ones used for the [[Tech Spec]]s in the ''Generation 1'' toys. He features a new sword and shield accessory, which can be used to decode the patterns.<br /> <br /> :In the United Kingdom, this Optimus Prime was released as an Argos exclusive along with several other sets branded as part of the ''Reveal the Shield'' [[subline imprint]]. His United States release was initially claimed to be exclusive to [[Target]] by online retailers from Asia, but even though the other ''Reveal the Shield'' products eventually became available at Target, Voyager Class Optimus Prime was released as a [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] exclusive in the United States instead, complete with a &quot;Toys&quot;R&quot;Us exclusive&quot; sticker. Also, both his United States and Asian releases lack the &quot;Reveal the Shield&quot; logo the United Kingdom release has (but still feature the &quot;Reveal hidden images&quot; call-out).<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TLKBluRay}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-7net-exclusive-Optimus-Prime-Clear-version.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime Clear Version''' (2017)<br /> **''Release Date'': 2017-[[November 13|12-13]]<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword, Shield<br /> <br /> :This limited edition redeco of ''Premier Edition'' Optimus Prime features almost entirely clear plastic (some parts remain opaque due to unpaintable plastic), and he was available as a 7net online shop exclusive. He can be obtained if the customers purchase the movie's different releases:<br /> :1. Blu-Ray + DVD + Special Features Blu-Ray.<br /> :2. 3D + Blu-Ray + Special Features Blu-Ray.<br /> :3. 4K + + Blu-Ray + Special Features Blu-Ray.<br /> :4. 5 Movie Collection either Blu-Ray or DVD versions.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ====Leader Class toys====<br /> {{anchor|ShadowSpark}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Leader-Class-Shadow-Spark-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Not Nemesis Prime, we swea...wait, maybe I am!]]<br /> *'''Shadow Spark Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :Released exclusively in Asia, Shadow Spark Optimus Prime is a redeco of the ''Age of Extinction'' [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Leader_Class_toys_5|Leader Class Optimus Prime]], featuring dark grey plastics, weathered deco patterns, and some opaque plastic which was recasted from transparent plastics. He features a scratched Autobot insignia on the right side of his sleeper-cab, and a Cyberglyphic on the left side of the front hood. Some weathered parts does not match well with some other parts (the fenders, for example).<br /> <br /> :In May 2017, the figure was released as a lucky draw item by Coca-Cola, along with the limited edition cans, as part of the China's promotion for the upcoming movie. On the other hand, Shadow Spark Optimus Prime also became a ''massive'' shelfwarmer in several Asian Toys&quot;R&quot;Us stores.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|TLKLeader}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-Leader-Class-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I stripped all of my chrome. Now would you buy me?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2017)<br /> **''Accessories'': Sword of Judgement, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :This Optimus Prime is a somewhat/nearly screen-accurate redeco of the Leader Class figure, but uses the original Leader mold instead of the Armor Knight retool unfortunately. In comparison to the first ''Age of Extinction'' Leader Class figure, his vacuum-metalized front truck bumper, sun visors, robot mode chest, smokestacks and side tanks chest was omitted, revealing the grey plastic underneath. His chromed chest was also stripped of chrome for adding paint operations, his shield was unpainted, and both of his sword and truck mode windows were casted in colorless plastic. He also features some extra silver paint on his robot mode forehead, and his white-colored Autobot insignia is slightly tampographed on the left. And lastly, his light-piping eyes is neutered by blue paint.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CaliburOP}}<br /> [[File:TF-TLK-15-Caliber-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|No, buy me. My fifth wheel can form into my shield, and I'm better than ''you''.]]<br /> *'''Calibur Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017-[[July 15|07-15]])<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Temenos Sword, Calibur Axe, Overshield/Fifth Wheel Hitch, Energon Sword (limited edition)<br /> <br /> :Calibur Optimus Prime is a retool of the Armor Knight Optimus Prime figure, who is a retool of the original ''Age of Extinction'' Leader Class figure, with the fifth wheel hitch now forming his handheld shield based on the one used in [[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)|Dark of the Moon]], which results in a backpack-less robot mode. He also comes with an axe based on the one used in the third film.<br /> <br /> :The initial release of the figure comes with a limited edition Energon Sword. According to [https://www.amazon.co.jp/%E3%82%BF%E3%82%AB%E3%83%A9%E3%83%88%E3%83%9F%E3%83%BC-%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3%E3%82%B9%E3%83%95%E3%82%A9%E3%83%BC%E3%83%9E%E3%83%BC-TLK-15-%E3%82%AD%E3%83%A3%E3%83%AA%E3%83%90%E3%83%BC%E3%82%AA%E3%83%97%E3%83%86%E3%82%A3%E3%83%9E%E3%82%B9%E3%83%97%E3%83%A9%E3%82%A4%E3%83%A0/dp/B072FVY1SX/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1498192402&amp;sr=8-2-fkmr0&amp;keywords=TLK+optimus#productDetails Amazon Japan's page], the included Energon Sword &amp; Axe is also compatible with ''Movie the Best'' MB-11 Optimus Prime figure (seen above), which basically makes Calibur Optimus Prime doubling as a weapon expansion pack for the said figure. <br /> <br /> :In an amusing (but glaring) example of poor quality control in a Takara product, the back of the packaging features a small amount of [[Engrish]], notably the word &quot;kinetic&quot; being written as &quot;''Kinetic'''k'''''&quot;. The bio also mentions the elemental metal as the &quot;Cyber-Matter&quot; living metal, which is used for the Aligned continuity family. Oddly, TakaraTomy's stock photo of the robot mode figure was later used as a cutout &quot;battle figure&quot; included with Telebi Magazine's [[Megatron (Movie)/toys#TVMagazineEZ|Burning Megatron]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Turbo Change Series===<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Turbo Changer, 2018)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2014]]-[[April 21|4-21]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-06'''<br /> <br /> :This ''Turbo Change Series'' Optimus Prime toy is mostly identical to ''The Last Knight'' Turbo Changer toy. <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|TC09BattleCommandOptimusPrime}}<br /> [[File:TF-Turbo-Change-Series-TC-09-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Battle Command Optimus Prime''' (2018)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2014]]-[[April 21|4-21]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TC-09'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Trailer/Wing Backpack/Battle Station, 2 Hound's guns, 2 Sword-Guns, 2 face-guns, Sword of Judgment, Vector Shield<br /> <br /> :This ''Turbo Change Series'' Optimus Prime toy is a slight redeco/retool of the [[Optimus_Prime_(Movie)/toys#Lost_Age_Series|''Lost Age Series'' toy]]. Deco changes include omitting the flame tampos on his legs and shoulder, and added blue pinstripes on the Trailer/Wing Backpack to evoke his ''Generation 1'' toy's trailer. This toy also features some new parts like the screen-accurate lower arms &amp; the not-so-screen-accurate small feet. His usual Sword of Judgment is now replaced with a screen-accurate one (mostly reused from the Armor Knight toy or a new, similar mold is unclear.), and he now features a new Vector Shield piece.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Tribute==<br /> {{anchor|TributeLeader}}<br /> [[File:TF-Tribute-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|After 10 years, it's time to buy me again.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Leader Class, 2017)<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': [[2017]]-[[August 31|08-31]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-EX'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Removable Ion blaster, 1 missile<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Tribute]]'' Optimus Prime is a redeco of the [[#Leader_Class_toys|2007 Leader Class toy]], to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the [[live-action film series]]. While the deco's paint mask is the same as the said figure, he features a more saturated blue and red, and chromed feet/front grills which was used for the [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#LeaderMA21|MA-21]] redeco, and he also features chrome on both sides of the stomach. While the Hasbro stock photo shows that his feet are ''slightly'' mistransformed in robot mode, the Takara stock photos shows his feet correctly flipped out.<br /> <br /> :He was initially released in some Asian countries without any prior announcement from Hasbro itself. He was also released as an Amazon Japan exclusive. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Tribute2Pack}}<br /> [[File:TF-Tribute-2-pack-Orion-Pax.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Look into my eyes and it's easy to see: one and one make two, two and one make three, it was destiny.]]<br /> [[File:TF-Tribute-2-pack-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Once every hundred-thousand years or so, when the sun doth shine and the moon doth glow and the grass doth grow...]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime &amp; Orion Pax''' (Evolution Pack, [[2017]])<br /> **''Japanese Release Date'': 2017-[[August 31|08-31]]<br /> **''Japanese ID Number'': '''TLK-EX'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Orion Pax's 2 guns, Titan Master, Optimus Prime's gun<br /> <br /> :Released as part of a new line called ''[[Transformers: Tribute]]'', Orion Pax is a redeco of ''Titans Return'' [[Kup_(G1)/toys#Titans_Return|Sergeant Kup]], and transforms from a red-and-blue Cybertronic pickup truck which is also an homage to &lt;s&gt;Generation 1 [[Crosshairs (G1)#Generation 1|Crosshairs]]'s vehicle mode &lt;/s&gt; [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#Collector's Edition|G1 Optimus's e-HOBBY toy]]. His Titan Master, retooled from [[Recoil (G1)#Generations|Flintlock]], features a new face that is based on the [[Optimus Prime (G1)#Deluxe|''Thrilling 30'' Orion Pax toy]]. As a redeco of the Kup mold, Orion Pax still suffers the leg panel misassembly.<br /> <br /> :The set also includes a redeco of [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Generations|''Generations War for Cybertron'']] Optimus Prime figure, which changes the original figure's dark red plastic to a brighter, more vibrant red, changes the gray plastic to a darker charcoal tone, changes the &quot;windows&quot; from gray to nearly black, and replaces most of the original figure's pink-ish red paint details (which were yellow on the redeco from the &quot;Rage over Cybertron&quot; three-pack) to teal.<br /> <br /> :The use of a G1-based Orion Pax design and an Aligned-based Optimus Prime design with Movie Optimus Prime packaging art makes it hard to know where on the wiki this should go, but given the general movie-themed bent of the ''Tribute'' line, we're putting it here. Continuing the tradition, the 2-pack was first released in some Asian countries like Taiwan without any prior announcement from Hasbro itself. A few months after the 2-pack's release, ''Tribute'' Optimus Prime &amp; Orion Pax saw worldwide release through [[Amazon (website)|Amazon]], including an Amazon Japan listing bearing a ''The Last Knight'' ID number. <br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Studio Series==<br /> [[File:StudioSeries-05-MV2-Voyager-Optimus-Prime.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|The face-taker returns...]]<br /> * '''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager Class, [[2018]])<br /> **''Number'': '''05'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''SS-05'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Two Energon Swords<br /> <br /> :''[[Studio Series]]'' Optimus Prime is an all new Voyager Class mold that transforms from robot into a Peterbilt 379 semi-truck. He comes with a pair of Energon Swords, which can be mounted onto his arms or store on the back of his robot mode or truck mode. The figure combines engineering concepts from his ''Age of Extinction'' Voyager Class figure with techniques previously used on ''Prime: First Edition'' [[Optimus Prime (WFC)/toys#Prime: First Edition|Optimus Prime]]. Like the rest of the ''Studio Series'' figures, the figure prioritizes robot mode [[scale]] and thus stands shorter than his Voyager Class wavemate [[Starscream (Movie)/toys#Studio Series|Starscream]]. The CG renders depict him possessing long smokestacks, but the final product has them shortened... again.<br /> <br /> :While stock photos, and renders show the figure with a faceplate, this [https://www.facebook.com/transformers/photos/a.153259298077606.36631.146805978722938/1859790330757819/?type=3&amp;theater image] posted by the Transformers Facebook page shows him with his mouth exposed. It is currently unknown if the figure will have a variant with the mouth.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Movie Edition==<br /> *'''Silver Knight Optimus Prime''' (Tiny Turbo Changer, 2018)<br /> **''Series'': '''3'''<br /> **''Bag Code'': '''?'''<br /> :Silver Knight Optimus Prime is a redeco of the series 1 figure, based on the Silver Knight [[Target]] exclusive subline from [[Age of Extinction]].<br /> {{Comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://www.seibertron.com/toys/index.php?f_series_id=64&amp;f_subgroup=&amp;f_name=optimus&amp;f_type=exact Galleries of various different Optimus Prime toys from the Movie]<br /> *[http://www.tfu.info/toytables/movie_optimusprime.htm Optimus Prime at TFU.info]<br /> <br /> [[Category:Age of Extinction Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Battle Masters Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Construct-Bots Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Costco exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Dark of the Moon Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Kmart exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Movie Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:NEST]]<br /> [[Category:Platinum Edition]]<br /> [[Category:Q-Transformers characters]]<br /> [[Category:Revenge of the Fallen Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Sam's Club exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Target exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:The Last Knight Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Titanium Series]]<br /> [[Category:Toys &quot;R&quot; Us exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers (2010) Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Tribute]]<br /> [[Category:Triple Changers]]<br /> [[Category:Wal-Mart exclusives]]</div>

Technospike https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Vector_Prime&diff=1251413 2018-04-07T22:53:23Z

<p>Technospike: /* Cybertron */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|autobot|autobotg2|guardian}}<br /> {{featured}}<br /> {{picsneeded|More screens from the Cybertron cartoon.}}<br /> <br /> [[File:VectorPrime dvd.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|He gives a new meaning to the term &quot;grandfather clock&quot;.]]<br /> '''Vector Prime''' is [[Primus]]'s appointed guardian of time and space. Though recorded history pegs him as 25 million years old,&lt;ref&gt;[[Revelations Part 4]]&lt;/ref&gt; he has identified himself as 9 billion years old,&lt;ref name=&quot;AVP&quot;&gt;[[Ask Vector Prime]]&lt;/ref&gt; making the clockwork-covered Transformer one of the [[Thirteen]]. He's so old that in many timelines, the locals have called him &quot;the First Autobot&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;[[Ask Vector Prime]], 11 September 2015: &quot;Come to think of it, in many timelines, I was not called &quot;Vector Prime&quot; but &quot;The First Autobot.&quot; Indeed, this was from time-to-time shortened to simply &quot;Autobot,&quot; though usually as an invective hurled at me.&quot;&lt;/ref&gt; Despite his age, Vector Prime is very powerful, and can warp both space and time, though excessive use of this power can severely weaken him. His powers allow him to traverse the [[multiverse]] at will, allowing Vector Prime to track and record events across a countless number of realities. <br /> <br /> Vector Prime was once a holder of the [[Matrix of Leadership]]&lt;ref name=&quot;AVP&quot;&gt;[[Ask Vector Prime]]&lt;/ref&gt; before he left [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] to guard space and time, a lonely job which isolated him from Cybertronian culture for tens of millions of years. Though he has rejoined the timestream on occasion to protect it from large-scale dangers,&lt;ref&gt;[[Vector Prime: In the Beginning]]&lt;/ref&gt; his extraordinary exile has left him emotionally, culturally, and politically disconnected from his race. He speaks in archaic terminology steeped in chivalry from an age long past, which has led [[Transcendent Technomorph|some]] to believe him to be little more than a doddering relic. Despite this disconnect, Vector Prime never forgets that these strange modern creatures are the reason he guards space and time so fiercely. It is the miracle of time that allows these precious lives to continue and flourish across the multiverse.<br /> <br /> Vector Prime has a &quot;Guardian [[Mini-Con]]&quot; called [[Safeguard (Cybertron)|Safeguard]], and is also responsible for the [[Recon Mini-Con Team]].<br /> <br /> {{quote|I finally understand the true value of time, for it is the bonds between us that give time its meaning.|Vector Prime's last words|&quot;[[Guardian (episode)|Guardian]]&quot;}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Unicron Trilogy continuity family===<br /> ====Fun Publications comics====<br /> [[File:Vectorprimeut.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Hey, I can see THE DAWN OF TIME from here! Hi, Phil!]]<br /> Vector Prime was created by Primus at the very beginning of its struggle with Unicron, 'drawn from the sublime material of a multiverse at the far end of entropy'. {{storylink|Hasbro Transformers Collectors' Club issue 5|Vector Prime's profile in Club magazine #5}} During the long dormancy of [[Primus]] and [[Unicron]] at the beginning of time, Vector Prime retreated from the march of history to prepare for when his skills would once again be called upon. From this isolation he watched the greatest victories and defeats of the Transformers race across the various timelines, intervening only when his hand was needed to preserve the balance of time. (For example, Vector Prime helped mend [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] and repair the [[The Agenda (Part III)|timestorm]] that [[Predacon (BW)|Predacon]] [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] had unleashed in the [[Beast Wars (event)|Beast Wars]].) However, the awakening of Primus and Unicron returned Vector Prime to active service, following the wake of Unicron across the multiverse to prevent or restore what damage the Dark God had inflicted with its contaminating presence. <br /> <br /> After the [[The Powerlinx Battles|Powerlinx Battles]], Primus attempted to lock Unicron's essence away in the center of a newborn sun, but this plan backfired and the sun collapsed into a black hole, also known as the [[Unicron Singularity]]. This threatened the multiverse itself, so Vector Prime was called back to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] to assist the Autobots in locating artifacts which would destroy the black hole. {{storylink|Vector Prime: In the Beginning}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Vectorprimeutramjet.jpg|thumb|Hey, we got swords. Let's parry.]]<br /> During the Autobots' search, Vector Prime would routinely confer with [[Alpha Trion (Energon)|Alpha Trion]] on their progress. During one such visit, Unicron's heralds [[Ramjet (Universe)|Ramjet]] and [[Nemesis Prime (Universe)|Nemesis Prime]] attacked Cybertron, prompting Alpha Trion to recruit some extra-dimensional help in the form of [[Sentinel Maximus]]. {{storylink|Wreckers: Finale Part II}} No sooner had Maximus arrived than Ramjet and Nemesis came blasting into Alpha Trion's chamber; Vector duelled with Ramjet, but was unable to prevent him from heavily damaging Alpha Trion and destroying [[Vector Sigma]]. {{storylink|Balancing Act}} After placing Alpha Trion in a repair chamber, Vector Prime explained to Sentinel Maximus the extent of the peril they faced; it was Ramjet's plan that Nemesis Prime would unleash his [[Dead Matrix]] to destroy their Creator. {{storylink|Balancing Act, Part 2}} Deducting that their opponents would likely next strike at the [[Kalis Primary Energon Reserves Control]], Vector Prime and his allies preemptively traveled there to defend it. Sure enough, another one of Unicron's pawns, [[Scorponok (Energon)|Dark Scorponok]], soon turned up and attacked the facility. {{storylink|Balancing Act, Part 3}} Dark Scorponok was felled, but Vector Prime came to realize that the shambling creature had acted as a distraction while Ramjet and Nemesis Prime had made their way towards their true target: the chamber housing Primus's essence, deep within Cybertron. Vector Prime opened a warp gate and traveled with Sentinel Maximus to head off their enemies before the wicked machinations came to fruition. {{storylink|Balancing Act, Part 4}} Vector Prime and Ramjet's fight left the chamber and took them high above Cybertron. Ramjet offered Vector Prime another option to his plan: it was within Vector Prime's power to restore Unicron from the Singularity, dooming this Cybertron but saving all others. Vector Prime refused, claiming that they could restore balance to the multiverse without saving Unicron. {{storylink|Balancing Act, Pt 5}} Though Vector Prime was able to defeat Ramjet and seal him away in another dimension, {{storylink|Revelations Part 1}} this act weakened him considerably. The guardian of space and time returned to the Autobots on [[Earth]] and left Cybertron in the care of [[Over-Run (Armada)|Over-Run]], a Mini-Con who had taken the reins of what remained of Vector Sigma. {{storylink|Revelations Part 2}}<br /> <br /> While on Cybertron of [[Primax 509.28 Epsilon]], [[Nexus Prime]] decided to tell his companion [[Aquarius (SG)|Aquarius]] about the ancient artifact he was trying to find, the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. As he explained to Aquarius that the artifact was originally intended to serve good Transformers, the face of Vector Prime flashed through his mind. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 1}} Eventually, Nexus succeeded in finding all the pieces of the shattered sword, and united the rebuilt blame with the [[Terminus Blade]] with the intention of strengthening the multiverse and making the walls between dimensions less permeable. Vector Prime and the rest of the Thirteen were drawn to this momentous event from across space and time, but as a consequence of Nexus's actions, Vector and his brothers and sisters ceased to exist as multiversal singularities. They were splintered into infinite variations of themselves and scattered throughout the multiverse, sentient reoccurring themes each appearing in their own way, if at all, in all the worlds of the multiverse. {{storylink|Out of the One, Many}}<br /> <br /> ====''Cybertron'' cartoon====<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Richard Newman]] (English), [[Show Hayami]] (Japanese)|[[Joscha Fischer-Antze]] (German), [[Sepuh Apikian]] (Armenian), [[Ossi Valo]] (Finnish)}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep47 outside of time.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|We're picking up a large number of clocks!]]<br /> <br /> Vector Prime spent much of his existence outside the linear flow of time, observing reality from afar. When he sensed the effect of the [[Unicron Singularity]] upon the timestream, he attempted to voyage further into the future to see what the outcome would be, only to strike a barrier which he found he could not pass beyond. Peering through the barrier and seeing only endless nothingness, Vector Prime realized that the black hole would go on to consume all space and time if he did not finally leave the safety of his extra-dimensional realm and re-enter the linear flow of time to help seal it. {{storylink|Guardian (episode)|Guardian}} Appearing in the skies over Cybertron, Vector Prime immediately made contact with Optimus Prime and his Autobot team, making them aware of the Cyber Planet Keys and how they could stop the black hole. As Vector Prime then synchronized his map of the keys’ locations to the current arrangement of the cosmos, he was approached by the evil [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]], who exploited Vector Prime's diminished memory of the Autobot/Decepticon conflict and convinced him to hand over the map. Alas, Vector Prime realized his mistake just as the other Autobots arrived to attack Megatron. The villain made good his escape, but not before his lieutenant [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] caused Autobot warrior [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] to be caught in the black hole’s gravitational pull, forcing Vector Prime to open a portal to save him, transporting him to [[Earth]].<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep9 time slip.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|But where's Cringer, his fearless friend?]]<br /> <br /> Vector Prime joined with [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]]'s Autobots in relocating to Earth. En-route, Vector Prime explained to Optimus that the black hole threatened not only Cybertron, but would go on to swallow all of creation if not dealt with. He then doubled back, explaining he had to retrieve the cosmic map Megatron had stolen. Optimus Prime insisted on having Jetfire, Hot Shot, and Overhaul accompany him, deeming the task too dangerous for Vector Prime to handle on his own. Vector Prime's team came upon Megatron and Starscream inside an asteroid belt. While Jetfire and Vector Prime dealt with Starscream, Overhaul and Hot Shot tackled Megatron. Unfortunately, the Decepticons proved to be simply too powerful, and the Autobots were unable to prevent them from escaping once more. Vector Prime then rendezvoused with Optimus back on Earth, where the Autobots had already befriended three human children. Upon meeting these humans, Vector Prime recognized a symbol decorating the T-shirt of the female, [[Lori Jiménez|Lori]], as the pattern of the Omega Lock, the device that focused the power of the Cyber Planet Keys, and deduced that it lay in hiding somewhere on Earth. {{storylink|Fallen (episode)|Fallen}} {{storylink|Inferno (episode)|Inferno}}<br /> <br /> Vector Prime then aided his Autobot allies in building their base of operations on Earth. During the blasting that preceding construction, he discovered that the children were able to hear the [[Omega Frequency]], the trans-sonic signal given off by the Omega Lock that was inaudible to the Autobots. This would make them invaluable in the search for the artifact. As the base neared completion, Megatron and Starscream were detected heading towards Earth once again. The base's stealth coating had yet to be fully applied, and so Vector Prime joined Optimus, Jetfire, and Hot Shot in keeping the villains out of sensor range while the rest of the team finished this task. Vector Prime used the power of a Cyber Planet Key to send the Decepticon leader and his lackey fleeing, awing his comrades. Having deemed them worthy, Vector Prime then granted Optimus, Hot Shot, and Jetfire the ability to also summon their own Cyber Planet Keys. {{storylink|Haven}}<br /> <br /> Walking in on the Autobots receiving word that the latest attempt at collapsing the black hole had failed, Vector Prime reiterated that they needed to track down the keys to the Omega Lock. The Autobots were doubtful at first, but Red Alert spoke up on Vector Prime's behalf, convincing his comrades that the keys should be their priority. Thundercracker was then detected by the airforce, forcing Vector Prime to help take him down before he caused too much trouble. He saved two human pilots from the Decepticon by opening a temporal portal for them to escape through. Megatron and Starscream then joined the battle, and explained that they had already found the first of the Cyber Planet Keys before they were forced away. {{storylink|Hidden}}<br /> <br /> Further studies on the Omega Lock's pattern around the world led the Autobots to a museum in Mexico. While Vector Prime studied the artifacts within it, the rest of the team held off Thundercracker and Starscream, who had been tracking them. This Omega Lock turned out to be merely an imitation, but Vector Prime's scans yielded the co-ordinates of [[Velocitron]], the Speed Planet, resting place of the first Cyber Planet Key. Using his sword in conjunction with Optimus Prime's Matrix, Vector Prime opened a portal to this other world, through which Hot Shot and Red Alert were sent as an advance party. {{storylink|Landmine (episode)|Landmine}} The search for the Omega Lock next took the Autobots to the [[United Kingdom|British Isles]]. They excavated an ancient druid site, only to be met with another dead end. Once more, they were pestered by Starscream and Thundercracker, who managed to isolate Vector Prime and Optimus from their ground-based reinforcements. Though Starscream was fighting more strategically however, the Primes managed to lure their opponents close enough to the ground to overpower them and force them into another retreat. {{storylink|Space (episode)|Space}} Vector Prime teamed up with Landmine to continue searching for the Omega Lock, but returned from their excursion with nothing to show for it. That evening, Lori alerted the Autobots to a strange beacon emanating from a nearby forest, depicting the Lock's &quot;Atlantis Pattern&quot;. Vector Prime and the team sped off to what seemed like a lucky break at last, only to find that the signal had been created by the Decepticons to lure them into a trap. As Optimus took on the enemy, Jolt reported that humans were inbound to their location. As neither side wanted to be discovered by more of the locals, the battle was brought to an abrupt halt, and all combatants withdrew. {{storylink|Speed}}<br /> <br /> Jetfire and Vector Prime were contacted by Scattorshot and Optimus to alert them of an emergency in [[Rockville]]: the nearby [[Mount McDermott]] was about to collapse into an underwater reservoir, which would lead to a catastrophic flooding of the entire town. Thankfully, Coby came up with a plan to drain the reservoir, and the Autobots created a controlled collapse of the mountain to prevent further harm from coming to Rockville. After this plan was successfully implemented, Vector Prime congratulated his comrades on a job well done. {{storylink|Collapse}}<br /> <br /> Returning to the search for the Omega Lock, Vector Prime next headed for a tropical island, allowing the children to tag along for a mini-vacation of sorts. This turned out to be another false lead. Before heading off to their next destination, Vector Prime took the time to discuss his temporal powers with the children, informing them that though they might seem impressive, they had become limited in his old age. The group next headed for the [[Sahara]], where they were joined by Optimus and Jetfire. There, they found what appeared to be the Omega Lock on open display within some ancient ruins. But the Decepticons had been following them, and the battle for the artifact had catastrophic consequences: Megatron's managed to kill the Mini-Cons! Distraught over their untimely demise, Vector Prime drew on a greater portion of his powers for the first time in ages. He rewound time to save the Mini-Cons, though the resulting drain on his systems left him too weak to continue fighting. The lock in question was proven to be a fake. {{storylink|Time (episode)|Time}}<br /> <br /> After rescuing an Autobot civilian from Thundercracker, the Autobots were led to another iteration of the Atlantis pattern. The inscription detailed the coordinates to the next planet where a Cyber Planet Key was hidden: the [[Animatron|Jungle Planet]]. Vector Prime opened a dimension gate to transport Overhaul and Landmine to this new world, but was struck by the returning Thundercracker before Landmine could traverse the portal. Due to his injuries, Vector Prime couldn't open up another dimension gate, leaving Overhaul stranded on an alien world alone. {{storylink|Search (episode)|Search}} Shortly afterwards, another Autobot civilian alerted Optimus Prime's team to another sighting of the Atlantis seal, this time on the ocean bottom in the [[Bermuda Triangle]]. Making their way underwater, the Autobots explored the area. Vector Prime, the Mini-Cons and the children found an entrance leading to a control room, and the elder Cybertronian concluded that Atlantis was in fact an ancient Cybertronian ship that had crashed in Earth's prehistory. In order to keep it out of the Decepticons' reach, Vector Prime activated the craft and teleported it away with only himself, the kids and Mini-Cons aboard.{{storylink|Deep}} Using the children's sensitivity to the Omega Frequency, Vector Prime tracked down the Omega Lock in the bowels of the ''Atlantis''. Though Megatron appeared to claim the relic for himself, activating the ship's self-destruct mechanism in the process, Optimus caught up to his old foe and dueled him for the Omega Lock. Meanwhile, Vector Prime took the children to safety. Optimus emerged victorious. When Vector Prime laid hands on the Omega Lock afterwards, it created new spacebridge network, linking all of the planets hosting Cyber Planet Keys. Vector Prime accompanied Optimus and Landmine to the Speed Planet in response to a distress call from Red Alert. {{storylink|Ship}}<br /> <br /> There, he observed [[Hot Shot (Armada)|Hot Shot]] try to win the world’s Cyber Planet Key in a racing tournament. {{storylink|Hero (episode)|Hero}} He did not actually participate-mainly because his vehicle mode lacked wheels-but he offered encouragement and advice when he could. {{storylink|Race}} The races were intense enough to get even him worked up, although he did his best to restrain his enthusiasm-to Optimus Prime's mild amusement. {{storylink|Detour (episode)|Detour}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep16 feed me seymour.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.1|But whatever they offer you, don't feed the plants!]]<br /> <br /> While Hot Shot trained for a particularly grueling track, the Autobots received a transmission urging them to come to the [[Animatron|Jungle Planet]] to help [[Overhaul (Cybertron)|Overhaul]], sent there in advance to seek out the second Cyber Planet Key. [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] offered to go, but Vector Prime and Optimus decided to make the trip, as they could open the dimension gate necessary to go there anyway. When they arrived, they were attacked by a massive plant monster, but Overhaul-now in the form of Leobreaker-saved them with his claws. Vector Prime joined Optimus in explaining the black hole's threat to Leobreaker's new friends, [[Snarl (Cybertron)|Snarl]] and [[Backstop (Cybertron)|Backstop]], but was confused to learn that they had not, in fact, sent a distress signal at all. He then joined the others in confronting world leader [[Scourge (Cybertron)|Scourge]], battling [[Sideways (Armada)|Sideways]] (who had sent the distress signal simply to watch the factions battle) and witnessing Optimus and Leobreaker's first combination into Savage Claw Mode. {{storylink|Savage}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep9 meteor attack.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Hitting you where the sun definitely shines.]]<br /> <br /> Soon after, Vector Prime and the other Autobots met Scourge and Megatron's forces in another battle, lured into a canyon thanks to Sideways' trickery. He was also among the 'bots who watched Leobreaker's attempted interrogation of the two-faced trickster when the battle ended, {{storylink|Sand}} and returned to Velocitron in time to stop Megatron from stealing the Planet Cup after Hot Shot defeated Override in the final race. {{storylink|Champion}}<br /> <br /> While most of the Autobots went back to Earth to investigate a disturbance created by the Omega Lock, Vector Prime returned to the Jungle Planet with Optimus Prime and Leobreaker, intending to secure the second Cyber Planet Key. {{storylink|Ice}} Their attempt to reason with Scourge failed miserably, leading to Leobreaker separating from Optimus mid-speech and futilely attacking the dragon-bot himself. With the lion storming off in a huff, Vector Prime accompanied Optimus back to Backstop's cave, where he learned of Scourge's beginnings as a student of Backstop's. Vector Prime was also present at the volcano Leobreaker had chosen to seclude himself in, and witnessed his reconciliation with Optimus Prime, the latter at last deciding to face Scourge in battle. {{storylink|Honor}} The Autobots ran into a Decepticon ambush en route to Scourge's temple, and Vector Prime had to use his sword to free the beast 'bots and Hot Shot from a net. He later stood back and watched Optimus and Leobreaker finally defeat Scourge in battle, winning the right to take the Cyber Planet Key. {{storylink|Primal}}<br /> <br /> Unfortunately, Megatron led his Decepticons on an immediate counterattack, desperate to obtain the Planet Key. While most of the Autobots fended off Starscream and Thundercracker, Vector Prime came up with a plan to splinter the Decepticons. He distributed boxes amongst the Autobots, with the key's location unknown to even them, and bade them scatter to force the Decepticons to spread out. Vector Prime himself came face-to-visor with Sideways, intent on acquiring the &quot;key&quot;. The enigmatic jet managed to steal the box, warping around Vector Prime and bypassing Safeguard with his faction-switching abilities, but learned it was a fake when he found naught but a rock inside. He later joined the rest of the Autobots in fending off Megatron and Starscream's attempted theft of the true key. {{storylink|Trust (Cybertron)|Trust}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep22 shell game.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> <br /> The insertion of the Jungle Planet Key into the Omega Lock transported the Autobots into a strange dimension that Vector Prime identified as the consciousness of Primus. The god himself briefly spoke to them through the Mini-Cons before fading away, and a signal again alerted them to something in the North Pole. {{storylink|Trap}} Unfortunately, what came out of the North was Starscream, Sideways, and ''legions'' of [[Ancient Decepticon]]s, hell-bent on finding the Cyber Planet Key hidden on Earth. Vector Prime soon joined the fray, using his sword to warp in the main Autobot forces to back Snarl up. The Autobots were eventually forced to fall back, but made two new allies in the form of [[Crosswise (Cybertron)|Crosswise]] and [[Evac (Cybertron)|Evac]]. {{storylink|Invasion (episode)|Invasion}}<br /> <br /> Knowing that Starscream would come looking for the Omega Lock and the other two Keys, the Autobots established a communications blackout, using a direct link to the human telephone network to keep the refugee Autobots calm. Vector Prime soon brought up another worry, however-the children and Mini-Cons were missing! The kids soon returned, bringing the eccentric scientist [[Lucy Suzuki]] with them, but [[Jolt (Cybertron)|Jolt]]'s advance transmission about the government's knowledge of the Autobots allowed Sideways to find the Autobot's base. With no other option, Optimus Prime led a full retreat to Velocitron while Evac retrieved the Cyber Planet Key of Earth, but Starscream followed them up the space bridge and launched a one-bot assault to claim the artifacts for himself. Vector Prime was the last to stand in the Decepticon's way, vowing to give up his spark before he relinquished the Lock. Despite being blackened and battered from previous attacks, Starscream still managed to take down the ancient guardian of time, stealing the Lock and all three Planet Keys. {{storylink|Retreat}}<br /> <br /> Vector Prime was present at the Autobot's base when it received a strange signal after Starscream inserted the third Cyber Planet Key. Enlisting the aid of [[Red Alert (Armada)|Red Alert]] to decrypt it, he reported that it came from Cybertron itself, instructing them to return the Lock and Keys to the planet itself. Unfortunately, the part about ''what'' happens when the Lock is returned was lost due to interference from the black hole-and worse yet, Megatron's Decepticons were on their way to Earth to settle their own grudge with Starscream. Vector Prime generated a warp to speed his allies' trip to [[Niagara Falls]], and found himself battling the traitorous Autobot [[Mudflap (Cybertron)|Mudflap]]. He was shocked to discover that Landmine had practically raised the disgruntled warrior back on Cybertron...and even more dismayed to see Megatron cut down Hot Shot, Red Alert, and Scattorshot with a single volley from his newly unlocked Cyber Key machine gun. {{storylink|Revelation (episode)|Revelation}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep27 giant vector.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtkGtXtDlQA Lets go on a journey / a journey through all time / a TIME that's changing all the TIME / it's TIME to go to TIME!]]]<br /> <br /> While others kept Megatron busy, Vector Prime evacuated the fallen warriors, assuring the pessimistic Scattorshot that they'd be fine. Upon returning to the battlefield, however, he grimly informed Optimus Prime that the situation of the trio was dire at best. Thankfully, Hot Shot, Scattorshot, and Red Alert recovered and reformatted, returning as the powerful [[Cybertron Defense Team]]. They kept the Decepticons occupied while Vector Prime warped Optimus, Override, and Evac to Starscream's newly discovered island base. {{storylink|Critical}}<br /> <br /> Megatron's forces soon made a break for the island, causing Vector Prime to warp the rest of his team into the fray as well. He and Optimus pursued Megatron into a volcano, and Vector Prime saved Optimus' life by blocking Megatron's shots with his own body. They would have both met their ends nonetheless, had [[Wing Saber (Energon)|Wing Saber]] not chosen that moment to join the party as well. In response to Coby's warning that the black hole was distorting the space around Cybertron, Vector Prime would suggest sending an advance team to clear a path for the return of the Omega Lock. {{storylink|Assault}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep28 vector takes the hit.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> <br /> The two Primes continued their descent into the volcano, soon joined by Leobreaker. Vector Prime used a small warp to redirect one of Sideways' traps, hitting Scourge instead of them. When they finally met Sideways in battle, Vector Prime had the novel idea of attaching Safeguard to the warping enigma's back, allowing him to detect where Sideways would appear. When Starscream manifested himself as a giant, courtesy of Primus' stolen power, Vector Prime was trapped in the volcano, unable to move and with his sword out of reach. Wing Saber came to his rescue, and the pair escaped with the Omega Lock after fending off [[Thunderblast (Decepticon)|Thunderblast]]. {{storylink|Starscream (episode)|Starscream}} After seeing the Lock off with Leobreaker, Evac, and Override, he continued fighting against Starscream, and witnessed Optimus' combination with Wing Saber into Sonic Wing Mode to defeat the behemoth. {{storylink|United}}<br /> <br /> With Starscream defeated, Vector Prime joined the rest of the Autobots in crossing the space bridge to Cybertron. They engaged Megatron, who managed to escape with the Omega Lock, but Optimus Prime battled him for possession of the Lock and keys within [[Fire dimension|Megatron's personal fiery dimension]]. At Optimus' order, Vector Prime used his portal-generating abilities to collapse the dimension in upon itself, forcing Megatron to use all his power just to keep it open. Combining his own power with that of the Lock, Vector Prime fired a beam straight into the occupied Decepticon, apparently destroying Megatron. Vector Prime later encouraged Optimus to place the Lock within Cybertron-and the planet started coming apart beneath their feet. After evacuating the team to a nearby moon, Vector Prime realized that the planet wasn't separating; it was transforming into Primus himself! {{storylink|Cybertron (episode)|Cybertron}} <br /> <br /> After Primus revealed that the fourth Cyber Planet Key rested on [[Gigantion]], homeworld of the Recon Mini-Con Team, Vector Prime recounted how he met the diminutive Transformers when they were lost playing hide-and-seek. He joined his friends in confronting the Decepticons (tenuously led by Scourge), and then joined everyone in gaping at Starscream's brazen attack on Primus himself. Vector Prime doubted Starscream's sanity for daring to attack their creator, but Primus' disposal of the treacherous jet allowed Vector Prime to finally regain the Planet Map. {{storylink|Balance}}<br /> <br /> Sadly, a series of problems presented themselves after this small victory; Megatron returned in a mysterious ghost-like form, and the Mini-Cons seemingly disappeared along with the children. Vector Prime left to investigate the latter development, and reviewed the security camera footage at their headquarters. Discovering that Sideways had stolen the Mini-Cons and that the children had pursued him, Vector Prime requested Scattorshot and Red Alert's aid in locating them. {{storylink|Darkness (episode)|Darkness}} Continuing to work as the battle raged outside {{storylink|Memory}}, they finally received a signal from the kids, reporting that they were trapped on the ''Atlantis'' in the shadow of Earth's moon. Vector Prime led Scattorshot and Red Alert through a warp gate to the ship and caught an escape pod carrying Coby, Lori, and [[Six-Speed (Cybertron)|Six-Speed]]. Unfortunately, the other pod (carrying Bud, Jolt, and [[Reverb (Cybertron)|Reverb]]) was caught in the warp field of the ''Atlantis'' before the Autobots could retrieve it and was teleported away to parts unknown. {{storylink|Escape (episode)|Escape}}<br /> <br /> Predicting that the ''Atlantis'' will be heading for Gigantion, Vector Prime reassured Coby and Lori that their friends would be fine in the warp gate to the planet, thanks to their flexible minds. Transformers, however, are not so flexible, and so Red Alert began working on a stabilizing program, partially based on Vector Prime's sword. Vector Prime would join Optimus Prime in convincing the kids' doubting parents to allow Coby and Lori to join them on the trip to Gigantion. He also denied their fathers' wish to go as well, citing the requirement of an open mind (which the adults had just proven they lacked), but joined Optimus in promising to protect the children with his life. {{storylink|Family}}<br /> <br /> With the children's assistance cemented, Vector Prime began rigorously studying the Planet Map for the location of the dimensional rift that led to Gigantion. He discovered the gate just after Primus defeated a superpowered Starscream, {{storylink|Titans}} informing the others that the gate is open for only a few days every year. After again reminding Coby and Lori about their immunity to the warp's effects, he helped load supplies onto the newly arrived ''[[Ogygia (Cybertron)|Ogygia]]'' starship. After receiving his copy of the stabilizing program via injection (and observing Primus shooting down Jetfire's attempt to avoid getting one), Vector Prime boarded the ''Ogygia'' as it entered the warp, warning everyone that even the slightest moment of doubt or fear could destabilize the tunnel. After an unpleasant encounter with the Starscream-controlled ''Atlantis'', he joined his comrades in blasting a hole through a massive asteroid in the ''Ogygia'''s path before finally arriving in the dimension of Gigantion. {{storylink|Warp}} <br /> <br /> After landing on the Giant Planet, Vector Prime joined the search for the Cyber Planet Key, and came up empty-handed. When the Autobots met planet leader [[Metroplex (Cybertron)|Metroplex]] and his lieutenant [[Quickmix (Cybertron)|Quickmix]], neither of whom allowed them access to the lower levels of the planet, Vector Prime attempted to create a warp, but found he could not due to security measures around the planet. After a confrontation with Megatron's goons, now including rebellious Gigantion native [[Menasor (Cybertron)|Menasor]] and enigmatic impersonator [[Soundwave (Cybertron)|Soundwave]], Metroplex and Quickmix were more willing to cooperate, {{storylink|Giant}} but admitted that they deleted all data on the lower levels from their memories to escape their past.<br /> <br /> Undeterred, the team set up equipment to help Vector Prime determine the general location of the Cyber Planet Key. Using the Omega Lock, Vector Prime found the Key, but also realized that someone else had drawn power from it. Fearing the worst, the Autobots split into teams, with Vector Prime accompanying Optimus and Metroplex. Unfortunately, this allowed them to be picked off by Megatron, who had used the Cyber Planet Key to upgrade himself. By the time Optimus's team caught up with the Decepticon leader, he had dealt with every other Autobot, completed his transformation, and renamed himself Galvatron! In this state, he struck down Vector Prime with a single blow, and only the combined strength of Optimus Prime and Metroplex was enough to force his retreat. {{storylink|Fury (Cybertron)|Fury}}<br /> <br /> When Scattorshot determined that there were four potential routes to the Cyber Planet Key, the Autobots again split up to cover all of the paths. Vector Prime teamed up with Optimus, Metroplex, Bud, and the Mini-Cons to travel down one of the trails. He joined Optimus in pursuit of Ransack and Crumplezone when the bumbling lackeys snatched Jolt, unable to fire for fear of hurting his friend, and gave Coby an approving thumbs-up when he dramatically transformed [[Cobybot|his personal mech]] to save Jolt. {{storylink|City}} After that, the journey was mostly uneventful, save for watching the Velocitronian partners in grime get beaten up and sent off (repeatedly), {{storylink|Ambush (episode)|Ambush}} and meeting up with Lori and Override. {{storylink|Challenge}}<br /> <br /> When Bud and the Mini-Cons accidentally fell down a secret passage, Vector Prime remained with the group, as Optimus claimed they would be more effective as a team searching for their lost comrades. When they found their small friends, Bud had given Scourge an eye-opening talk, and the Jungle Planet leader immediately challenged them all to a duel (for reasons only they seemed to understand). Vector Prime was the second opponent, and easily defeated the dragon, who nonetheless challenged the next comer with enthusiasm. {{storylink|Scourge (episode)|Scourge}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep45 matrix glow.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|&quot;Two hearts beat as one...&quot;]]<br /> <br /> At last, the Autobots reached the central, organic layer of Gigantion, where the Cyber Planet Key rested in the ancient starship ''[[Lemuria (Cybertron)|Lemuria]]''. Unfortunately, both Galvatron and Starscream chose that moment to make their appearances, and the former's taunts were enough to force Optimus into a breakdown of self-doubt. Finding his best logic to the contrary useless, Vector Prime was forced to drastic measures: ''punching'' Optimus in the face. Berating his peer for his arrogance, Vector Prime explained that Optimus' men trust him with their lives, but ''he'' has to trust ''them'' to do their jobs. His words snapped Prime out of his momentary funk, and the duo continued on in time to see a super-sized Landmine defeat Starscream and engage Galvatron. The combined strength of the Autobots was enough to send the Decepticon leader into retreat, leaving Optimus to claim the Cyber Planet Key and thank Vector Prime for his support (and comment on his mean right hook). {{storylink|Optimus (episode)|Optimus}} <br /> <br /> Vector Prime personally inserted the final key into the Omega Lock, opening a path to their home universe (via opening the planet layers and creating a space bridge). Barring their path, however, was Galvatron, intent on taking the now-completed Lock and achieving his dark plans. Vector Prime moved to stop him, but was aghast to learn that Galvatron could warp-as well as summon a massive blast that sent all the Autobots sprawling. With the Lock in Decepticon hands, Vector Prime made a final attempt to take it back, but Galvatron simply electrocuted the ancient Transformer through his own sword and knocked him back. Perhaps due to this beating, Vector Prime was only able to watch Galvatron's apocalyptic confrontation with Starscream and subsequent escape through the space bridge. He theorized that Starscream (and the two Planet X survivors also caught in the final clash of superpowered Decepticons) had been blasted into ''another'' dimension rather than destroyed, but bigger concerns arose when the gate between universes closed, leaving the Autobots stranded on Gigantion. {{storylink|Showdown (Cybertron)|Showdown}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep47 vector prime dies.jpg|thumb|upright=1.4|I'll see you in another life, brother!]]<br /> <br /> In the wake of this shock, Vector Prime was the only Autobot with any ideas on what to do, but Jolt, seemingly aware of what was coming, insisted against it. Instead, an attempt to create a space bridge generator was made, but Vector Prime was forced to destroy it after it released hordes of [[Laserbeak (Cybertron)|bird-like drone robots]]. Optimus assured Vector Prime that he had done the right thing, but it was realized by all that the only way back was through the warp, which would not open again for a year. With no other options, Vector Prime revealed the only way to get back to Cybertron was for him to reverse time to the point where the warp to Gigantion was open. Jolt cut in to point out that the effort would be enough to destroy him-in the conventional sense, anyways. Despite this, Vector Prime was adamant, knowing that the black hole would destroy all of time itself if left unchecked. In preparation for this final act, he released Safeguard, telling his old partner to live on Cybertron with the other Mini-Cons, gave his Planet Map to Bud, and told Optimus Prime that it was an honor to work with him. As the three Autobot starships took off, Vector Prime gave it his all to get his allies back to Cybertron, finally returning them to their own dimension before his energy gave out and his body dissolved into green particles of light. {{storylink|Guardian (episode)|Guardian}} Primus was aware of Vector Prime's sacrifice and assured Optimus Prime that Vector Prime would live on and that he would be honoured by the closing of the black hole. {{storylink|Homecoming (episode)|Homecoming}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Cyb ep49 vector ghost.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.4|Remember, the force will be with you. Always...]]<br /> <br /> However, as Vector Prime had already explained to the Autobots, since he had existed for most of his life outside of time, he would ''always'' exist there, able to observe the passage of time, even though he could now no longer enter the linear universe. He swore to always watch over Optimus Prime and the Autobots, and would be there for them in spirit when their need was greatest. The first such moment came during Optimus Prime's pivotal moment within the black hole, as he appeared alongside the Autobot leader as he reached for the Omega Lock. {{storylink|End}} <br /> <br /> [[File:Vector Primevs.Megatron.JPG|upright=1.4|thumb|Battling... IN THE NEXT DIMENSION!]]<br /> Subsequently, the black hole was sealed, but Galvatron was not yet through, and challenged Prime to a final one-on-one duel. During the battle, as Galvatron stood poised to deliver the final blow, Vector Prime's Planet Map flew from the pocket of the watching Bud and moved between the two combatants, blocking Galvatron's blow. Vector Prime spoke to Optimus once more, promising to always be there for him, and bestowing upon him the greatest of gifts—his own sword, [[Rhisling]], with which Optimus Prime defeated and destroyed Galvatron once and for all. {{storylink|Unfinished}} Not long afterwards, as the Autobots departed on a mission across the universe to create a new [[space bridge]], Vector Prime appeared to Optimus once more, smiling at his old friend. {{storylink|Beginning}}<br /> <br /> Vector Prime was last seen dueling Galvatron in an existence after death.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====''Galaxy Force'' manga====<br /> When the [[Unicron Singularity|Grand Black Hole]] began to devour Cybertron, Vector Prime opened a warp and sent [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] to Earth. When the humans Coby, Bud, and Lori failed to repair Landmine, Vector Prime arrived through a warp and thanked the kids for their efforts before repairing Landmine himself. Vector Prime revealed he was unable to save Optimus Prime, but his despair was distracted by the human children bombarding him with questions about Transformers (sound familiar?). Then Megatron showed up and used his hypnotic powers to mesmerize Vector into handing over the Map to the [[Cyber Planet Key|Ancient Power]]. Luckily, Coby was able to yell loud enough to snap Vector out of it. And then Optimus Prime showed up, alive and well, and forced Megatron into retreat. {{storylink|Touchdown! Optimus Prime}}<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|The Devil's Dogfight! Coby's Courage}} {{storylink|Deep Sea Discovery! Vector Prime}} {{storylink|Galaxy Force Mission.8}} {{storylink|Galaxy Force Mission.9}}}}<br /> <br /> ====''Beast Wars Reborn''====<br /> [[File:Bwreborn text.jpg|thumb]]<br /> <br /> When his brother [[Logos Prime]] plucked the [[spark]]s of [[Optimus Primal (BW)|Optimus Primal]] and [[Megatron (BW)|Megatron]] out of their home dimension following [[Great Reformatting|their deaths]] and brought them into the &quot;Unicron Trilogy&quot; dimension with the intention of choosing one of them to be his successor and the recipient of his power, Vector Prime was forced to intervene. {{storylink|Master of the Game}} Remembering his sibling as a noble being, Vector was horrified to learn that he planned to pass his power to the evil Megatron, and the two did battle on the astral plane. {{storylink|Planetfall (BWR)|Planetfall}}<br /> <br /> ====''Kiss Players''====<br /> [[File:KPVectorPrime.jpg|left|thumb|&quot;Scary-Faced Gear Man&quot;, she calls him.]]<br /> When the human [[Kiss Players (singing group)|Kiss Players]] became scattered throughout across the dimensions after their vessel [[Fortress Maximus (RID)|Brave Maximus]] collided into the &quot;wall of time&quot; while pursuing a mysterious golden hand through the timestream, [[Shaoshao Li]] found herself in the Unicron Trilogy timeline, around [[Aurex 105.08 Alpha|the time of the search]] for the Cyber Planet Keys. Finding herself on the deserted Cybertron, she was set upon by a horde of [[Scrapmetal (race)|Scrapmetal]], but was then saved by Safeguard and Vector Prime. He explained what had befallen her, then used his sword to slash a hole between dimensions, from which the golden hand—actually that of Primus himself—emerged to pull Shaoshao through. {{storylink|Transformers: Kiss Players (radio drama)|''Kiss Players'' radio drama #50}} {{storylink|Sparkbots Volume 3}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Ask Vector Prime===<br /> ====As a multiversal singularity====<br /> <br /> [[File:Ask Vector Prime Facebook.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Vector Prime: causing wiki headaches since 2015.]]<br /> <br /> At some undetermined point in Vector Prime's life, he took the time to answer a series of questions about himself, other Transformers, and the ''Transformers: Cybertron'' toyline in a recurring feature on Hasbro's official ''Transformers'' website, to be reprised in ''[[Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac II|The AllSpark Almanac II]]'', ''[[Transformers Animated: The Complete AllSpark Almanac|The Complete AllSpark Almanac]]'', and a [[Fun Publications]]-provided Facebook account, called &quot;[[Ask Vector Prime]]&quot;. Because of his mastery of time and space, it is impossible to determine when exactly he communicated with our universe, but it may have been during the course of events in the ''Cybertron'' animated series, as he answered questions regarding those events and other characters who he had not met before the series began. <br /> <br /> Vector revealed much about himself in these pages, including much new information about his early life. He fondly remembered all his brothers, even knowing how three of them turned into dread monsters, and listened with rapt attention to the [[Liege Maximo]]'s tales of the [[Covenant (group)|Covenant]] and [[Primon]], stories he was not even sure were real or just legends. He and his brothers and sisters spent an extended period of time on Earth in ancient Greece, where the [[holomatter]] avatar he used formed the basis for human legends of [[w:Hermes|Hermes]], while Rhisling was likewise interpreted as the [[w:Caduceus|Caduceus]].<br /> <br /> [[File:WatchRoboCard.jpg|188px|thumb|right|Available in the finest vending machines across the country.]]<br /> <br /> Following the final falling out between the Primes, after the shattering of the Star Saber, Vector helped hide away the five components that [[Nexus Prime]] had split himself into, then went into hiding in the universe [[Aurex 404.11 Kappa]] and locked away all memories of his trauma. Out of necessity, he took a much simpler form, one that turned into a device similar to a wristwatch. There, he became the Autobot leader and wielded the [[Matrix of Leadership]]. He had a bodyguard, [[Scorpia (G2)|Scorpia]], during his Matrix-bearer days, and the two became [[Transformer romance|close]] despite the difference in rank (and his initial reluctance to act on his feelings for a subordinate). After leading the Autobots to victory in the [[second Cybertronian war (Armada)|second Cybertronian war]] against such foes as [[Devron (Armada)|Devron]], [[Megazarak (Armada)|Megazarak]], and the [[Destructon]]s, he was called on by the [[Chronarchitect]] to help fix damage to Time itself! Reluctantly, he passed the Matrix to [[Guardian Major]]. <br /> <br /> With a group of fellows, the [[Time Warrior (AVP)|Time Warriors]]—Scorpia, medical officer [[Kaltor]], intelligence officer [[Autoceptor]], and quantum scientist [[Deceptor]]—Vector Prime faced foe and threat innumerable, with some timelines only knowing him as &quot;First Autobot&quot; or, when shortened, &quot;Autobot&quot; as a slur, meaning his watch self has often been mistaken for a person ''called'' Autobot. Eventually the Warriors discovered their true enemy, [[Mogahn the Mass]], an indescribable entity that absorbed entire star systems into itself. In the final battle, Vector found his mind entering the [[Realm of the Primes]] and learning his true identity once more; [[Amalgamous Prime|Adaptus]] gifted him the power to create the mighty sword Rhisling, and he smote Mogahn so hard that his remains went back in time and detonated in [[the Big Bang]]. Now once more aware of his true role in the multiverse, Vector Prime had to say a tearful goodbye to Scorpia. He tries not to remember her and does not like talking about it. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/07/10 and 2015/07/12}}<br /> <br /> In another adventure, the GoBot '''Vec-Tor''' was forced to intervene after the always-mischievous [[Sideways (RID)|Sideways]] recruited [[Renegade#Gong|Gong]] to destabilize two universes, using the [[Omega Lock]]s far beneath [[Gobotron]]. After warping to a [[Primax]] universe, Vector Prime managed to undo the damage before Unicron could devour Cybertron, allowing history to progress along its proper course. {{storylink|Echoes and Fragments}}<br /> <br /> Notable other revelations:<br /> <br /> *His favorite human authors were [[Peter David]] and [[Alan Dean Foster]], though he seldom had time to read.<br /> *He was a fan of the [[Dinobot (disambiguation)|Dinobot]]s.<br /> *His favorite planet was Cybertron, and his favorite city there was [[Apophenia]].<br /> *He was over nine billion years old, almost as old as the galaxy itself.<br /> *He did not need to shave.<br /> *He used to &quot;boogie down&quot; with [[Disco ball]] when he was younger, but not so much any more. He still enjoyed the symphonies created by the [[Eurythma]] natives. On the other hand, he was not a fan of the [[Knights of Unicron (band)|Knights of Unicron]], since he found their name tasteless.<br /> *He found the [[Viron]] universal cluster to be underrated.<br /> *He was unable to visit the [[Quadwal]] universal cluster.<br /> *He knows which universes have manifested as fiction in Quadwal.<br /> *Despite having traveled far and wide, he could not see why kids loved [[Cinnamon Toast Crunch]].<br /> *He feared the [[Elder God]]s.<br /> *He missed Safeguard, as well as Lori, Bud, and Coby.<br /> *If he had to choose an Earth mode, he would choose a dirigible, though he didn't because he was &quot;not here to blend.&quot; <br /> *If he had to choose a beast mode, it would be a large sea mammal.<br /> *He was not a fan of dragons.<br /> *He was definitely not [[Santa Claus]].<br /> *He held several misconceptions about humans, such as how long we could survive decapitation, and whether or not they enjoyed molten boron.<br /> *Though he vehemently dismissed the Decepticon ideology, he did find his species too quick to jump to philosophical extremes, and wished they were more apt to find a middle ground.<br /> *He could view events from elsewhere in the [[Omniverse]], and was impressed by the adventures of [[Benjamin Kirby Tennyson]].<br /> *He cherished his relationship with each of his fellow Thirteen original Primes, though he acknowledged that some of them had gone bad.<br /> *He enjoyed [[Energon Z]] and Stanixian energon wine, but did not care for [[Red Energon]].<br /> *The large glowing hole in his chest was a [[Critias Gate]]way.<br /> *He answered to many names, including [[GoBots|Vec-Tor]], [[Convoy (disambiguation)|Vector Convoy]], Vector Maximus, Vector Maximo, and [[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Vector Prima-Vectorum]].<br /> *He was in the process of absorbing the memories and experiences of his [[Vector Prime#Aligned continuity family|Uniend counterpart]], which would eventually alter his physical appearance.<br /> *Since there were constant threats across the multiverse, he had no intentions of retiring anytime soon. If Vector Prime ever got the opportunity to settle down without jeopardizing space or time, however, he would like to become a factory and help build useful things.<br /> *He eventually grew tired of having people ask him about the identities of nameless Transformers, and politely suggested that his audience could ask him more cosmically significant questions.<br /> *In his downtime, he enjoys the art galleries of [[Axiom Nexus]].<br /> *Everyone he ever cares about will grow old and die in what, to him, is just the pulse of a spark. Sometimes, he feels alone even when he's in a crowd.<br /> *He had bravely faced down many threats during his life, but he dreaded the prospect of going up against [[Kinetic Solutions Incorporated|KSI]]'s legal department.<br /> *He found biological functions confusing, and thus he had no wish to become a [[synthoid]].<br /> *His favorite anime was ''[[Transformers: Cybertron (franchise)#Galaxy Force|Galaxy Force]]''. (don't think about this one too hard)<br /> *His favorite character from [[Babylon 5]] was the ambassador [[w:Kosh Naranek|Kosh]].<br /> *In some universes, Vector is female. She would purchase [[Venus (magazine)|Venus]] as a guilty pleasure more often than when she is male. She sounds like [[Star Trek|Kate Mulgrew]].<br /> *Though he doesn't have a birthday, per se, he suggests that a celebration could be held on [[September 19]], the day he first arrived on Earth (and, not coincidentally, the day [[Fallen (episode)|the first episode]] of Cybertron aired in the U.S.)<br /> *He doesn't like talking about the various conflicts and tribulations that his species regularly undergo. He'd rather discuss music, art, and the beautiful things that he's seen across the multiverse; he rarely has the opportunity to talk about the nature of his work to someone on an equal level. <br /> *His favourite human movie was ''[[w:Back to the Future|Back to the Future]]'', due to the performance of lead actor [[w:Eric Stoltz|Eric Stoltz]].<br /> *Among his favorite human television shows are [[Doctor Who]], [[Mystery Science Theater 3000]], [[Sliders]], and [[Quantum Leap]].<br /> *He revealed himself as a [[Point One Percenter]] (after the Shroud).<br /> <br /> The answers Vector Prime gave on Facebook were delivered at a time when he was living in [[Axiom Nexus]], and was employed to write an advice column position with [[Axiom Nexus News]] in [[Nexus 208.0 Epsilon]]. {{storylink|Axiom Nexus News Editor|Axiom Nexus News Editor, 2015/05/13}} He was viewed by the TransTech public as a respected if a bit eccentric elder 'bot, but ANN journalist [[Rook (TransTech)|Rook]] (correctly) suspected that Vector Prime was merely putting on an act. {{storylink|Rook - Axiom Nexus News: Investigative Journalist|Rook - Axiom Nexus News, 2015/06/05}}<br /> <br /> At one point during his tenure at ANN, he was kidnapped and tortured by [[Sideways (Armada)|Sideways]]. While Vector Prime was indisposed, Sideways took over his inventory of unanswered questions, and offered decidedly unhelpful answers. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Ask Sideways|Ask Sideways, 2015/06/27}} He was able to escape the clutches of Sideways when a [[David Willis|particularly infuriating question]] caused the head of the Herald of Unicron to suddenly explode. However, [[Rook (Armada)|Rook]] was part of the [[Axiom Nexus Security Administration|OZSA]] team sent to rescue Vector Prime, and the Mini-Con initiated a [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] sequence with Sideways, allowing the Herald of Unicron to escape capture via a [[Dimensional Interfacer]]. {{storylink|Rook - Axiom Nexus News: Investigative Journalist|Rook - Axiom Nexus News, 2015/07/08}}<br /> <br /> After a few decades of recovery in other universes, Vector Prime resumed his advice columnist position in Axiom Nexus but, after [[Nexus Prime]] summoned him {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/09/30}}, the column fell into the hands of [[Grimlock (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|a Grimlock]]. After being falsely told that Vector Prime lied about Dinobots and said they looked like jerks, Grimlock snarled &quot;him look like jerks!&quot; and, in a burst of wit, said Vector was ''old''. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Grim Grams|Grim Grams, 2015/10/03}} When [[Cy-Kill (GoBots)|Cy-Kill]] took over the column, he was dismayed to note that he was filling in for a &quot;filthy Guardian do-gooding dunce&quot; and refused to answer any questions about Vec-Tor. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Renegade Rhetoric|Renegade Rhetoric (1), 2015/10/18}}<br /> <br /> ====As a TransTech====<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Richard Newman]] (&quot;Special Guest&quot;)}}<br /> <br /> Vector Prime returned to Axiom Nexus soon after &quot;the [[Shroud]]&quot; had cut it off from every other universe. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime|ANN live coverage, 2015/10/29}} Little did anyone in the city know, this &quot;Shroud&quot; was the product of Nexus Prime's unification of the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]] and [[Terminus Blade]], and the Vector who returned was not truly the same being as the one who had left: per the results of Nexus Prime's actions, the Vector who resumed his duties as host of the column was no longer a multiversal singularity, but a single incarnation of the many that now existed throughout the multiverse. This was a TransTech Vector Prime, native to Axiom Nexus, a &quot;mere&quot; 25 million years old, with a unique history of his own as a professor at the [[Academy of Science and Technology]] who had been the teacher of [[Rhinox (TransTech)|the local Rhinox]], and who had come up with the theoretical foundation of the [[universal stream]] classification system. Accordingly, he was left with only unclear memories of exactly had happened, much like a dream, and was no longer aware of his original nature: he believed his exploits as one of the Thirteen had happened to the (possibly newly created) other Vector Primes. <br /> <br /> [[Image:AVP Vector and Scorpia do Nebulos.jpg|thumb|300px|right|That's Vector's holomatter disguise in the centre, but I got a feeling he'll change it a few times.]]<br /> <br /> Briefly leaving his column in the hands of [[Spacewarp]] while he responded to a summons from the city's Ministry of Higher Dimensional Sciences, Vector Prime's experience with multiversal travel led to him taking part in an Axiom Nexus scheme to try to establish contact with one of the nine fundamental realities: specifically, [[Primax 984.0 Gamma]], requiring him to be stationed on [[Nebulos]] as a factory manufacturing [[hoverboard]]s, binary bonded to a local codenamed [[Safeguard (TransTech)|Safeguard]] and with a bodyguard known as [[Scorpia (TransTech)|Scorpia]]. He hoped he'd got on well with them!<br /> <br /> In the interim, he endeavoured to answer questions and among his answers:<br /> <br /> *He has 'dreams' of the exploits of other Vector Primes and believes this is down to an unusual physiology of his. While he has a vague sense of having been greater once, these memories &quot;are but oneiric wisps, gossamer threads that vanish when I touch them.&quot; <br /> <br /> *He's ''dramatically'' less interested in questions about who came from what universal stream. Stop wasting his time, nerds!<br /> <br /> *He has visited a few other realities as a scholar. It was Rhinox that challenged him into getting out into the field.<br /> <br /> *The students he remembers the most fondly after Rhinox are [[Perceptor (TransTech)|Perceptor]], [[Apelinq (TransTech)|Apelinq]], [[Proxima (TransTech)|Proxima]], and [[Brainstorm (TransTech)|Brainstorm]], who all did great things in their respective fields. [[Shockwave (TransTech)|Shockwave]], on the other hand, often challenged him to excel but they did not go on, each believing the other had deep problems. [[Deluge (TransTech)|Deluge]] and [[Herr Fiend]] were frustrating as neither seemed likely to do nice things with their skills. <br /> <br /> Not long into his voyage on [[Galaxy Shuttle]], he started to develop tentative feelings for Scorpia. Unfortunately, his trip was interrupted by an abduction. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/11/19}} [[Spacewarp]] came to his aid on behalf of the wounded Galaxy Shuttle. {{storylink|Transformers: Spacewarp's Log|Spacewarp's Log (2), 2015/11/21 and 2015/11/22}} During the long, meandering journey, he fell in love with Scorpia and they became [[Conjunx Endura]]. He eventually arrived safely at Nebulos. He looked forward to exploring its wonders with his new guide and binary bonded Target/Powermaster, Safeguard. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2016/02/14 and 2016/02/15}}<br /> <br /> ===''Animated'' cartoon continuity===<br /> When the battle between [[Starscream (Animated)|Starscream]] and [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] caused the [[AllSpark]] to discharge an energy flare, this massive surge of cosmic power caught Vector Prime's attention. Peering through the dimensions, he observed the growing conflict between these Autobots and Decepticons and recorded his thoughts in a journal. {{storylink|Dispatches}} {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac|The AllSpark Almanac}} When he manifests in this dimension, Vector is known by the grandiose name of &quot;Vector Prima-Vectorum&quot;.&lt;ref&gt;Originally an idea of [[Derrick J. Wyatt]]'s that never made it into any official media; later referenced in [[Ask Vector Prime]] (2015/06/24)&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> ===''Revenge of the Fallen'' film===<br /> After the Fallen was caught trying to harvest a [[Sun|star]] from a system with life, he turned on the other Primes and made war on them. In order to prevent the Fallen from harvesting the star, the remaining Primes (including Vector Prime) hid the [[Matrix of Leadership|key to the harvester]] inside a tomb made of their own bodies and sealed it with their own life essence. {{storylink|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (film)|Revenge of the Fallen}} <br /> {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}}<br /> <br /> {{note|Vector Prime was among the [[Dynasty of Primes]], though it was unclear which exact Prime he was. However, since he simply claims that he was the &quot;handsome one&quot;, this may have all been a joke. If not, Vector Prime's involvement in the preceding events, or events mostly similar, were also chronicled in the novel “[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (novel)|Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen]].”}}<br /> <br /> ===''Alternity''===<br /> Vector Prime was contacted by his fellow defenders of space and time, the hyper-evolved Autobots known as the [[Alternity]], when they were facing their final hours. At the Alternity's behest, Vector Prime communicated with a race of two-dimensional beings called [[Planicron]]s who were under threat from [[Megatron (G1)#Alternity|Megatron]], and discovered that they were attempting to evolve beyond their two-dimensional existence. To do so, they had to pass through a doorway that took the form of a diagram somewhere on the Earth of [[universal stream]] [[Story of Binaltech|Primax 903.0 Beta]]. A team consisting of [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Arcee (Energon)|Elita Seven]], and [[Nemesis Prime (Universe)|Nemesis Prime]] successfully located the diagram, and Vector Prime proceeded to lead the Planicrons through it, successfully evolving them into higher-dimensional lifeforms that took the Alternity's place as defenders of reality. {{storylink|Alternation}}<br /> <br /> ===Aligned continuity family===<br /> ====''The Covenant of Primus''====<br /> [[File:VectorPrime-CovenantOfPrimus.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2|&quot;The only mystery worth solving here is how this thing passed its MOT.&quot;]]<br /> Stern, serious, Vector Prime considered himself a force of order and balance in the universe, a mere extension of his creator [[Primus]]. His powers over time and space allowed him to create and prevent temporal paradoxes to suit his needs, and even distort reality as he saw fit. His personal artifact of power was the [[Blades of Time]], which he could use to travel through other dimensions. He also had [[Badge of Vector Prime|a badge]], seemingly for decoration.<br /> <br /> The second of the Thirteen Primes to be created, Vector was a warrior Prime, joining Prima, Onyx, Amalgamous and Megatronus in the groupings among the Thirteen. After [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]] had caused [[Unicron/Aligned|Unicron]] to fall into stasis, Vector Prime created a time loop around the inert form of the Chaos Bringer ensuring he would never awaken. Like the others however, Vector Prime was tainted by a touch of Unicron's darkness, which would mark the downfall of the Thirteen.<br /> <br /> In the aftermath, Vector joined with Prima and [[Alpha Trion (WFC)|Alpha Trion]] to create rules and order for a new community and the upcoming birth of the Cybertronian species, thought their rules were found restrictive by the other Primes. Along with Trion and Prima, Vector was greatly confused by the romance between Solus and Megatronus. Despite this however, Vector commissioned a new mandala from Solus.<br /> <br /> The end of the Thirteen came after [[Prima]] discovered that Megatronus, [[Quintus Prime]], and [[Liege Maximo]] had worked on a secret &quot;farm&quot; of robotic creatures, which Alchemist found troubling. Suspecting a sinister motive, Prima forced the rest of the Thirteen into a vote on the matter, and Vector voted against letting the project continue. Furious with the results of the debate, Megatronus inadvertently killed Solus in a dispute that [[Liege Maximo]] had orchestrated. Drawn by the commotion, the rest of the Thirteen arrived in time to see Solus's body return to the [[Core]], its passage creating the [[Well of All Sparks]].<br /> <br /> Even after Megatronus offered his side of the story, accusations began to fly. The investigation degenerated into a free-for-all brawl between the remaining twelve siblings, which ended with Maximo getting killed by the [[Requiem Blaster (Prime)|Requiem Blaster]] through uncertain means.<br /> <br /> The survivors buried Liege Maximo's remains in a chasm and held a memorial to Solus Prime in deep space. Hoping to put their ugly past behind them, the Primes then turned their attention to Cybertron and their plans for the future. They decided to use [[Onyx Prime]]'s [[Triptych Mask]] to create a new race of robotic beings, as Primus had created them, with Onyx, Micronus, and Optimus travelling into the Well resulting in the creation of a new wave of Cybertronian creatures which the surviving Primes oversaw. Vector Prime's faith in his siblings however had long since been shattered and he quietly retreated to [[Realm of the Primes|another dimension]] when no one was looking.<br /> <br /> One way or another his badge wound up in [[Vector Sigma]]'s possession. Millenia later, Alpha Trion would gift it to Sentinel Prime. Millenia after that, Optimus reassembled the Blades of Time.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: The Covenant of Primus|The Covenant of Primus}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> ====Aligned novels====<br /> In the past, the once idealistic Vector Prime held the Thirteen together with his idealism, but despaired as his fellow Primes fell to fighting and backstabbing. He could understand a moment of anger that caused [[The Fallen|Megatronus]] to lash out and kill [[Solus Prime]], but when he discovered [[Liege Maximo]] actively scheming against his brothers, he could tolerate no more, and created a miniature pocket dimension for himself. This could only be accessed through the [[Blades of Time]], which were scattered across the Cybertronian colonies and guarded by [[Nexus Prime]]'s fractured selves. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> When he defeated [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Prime]] in combat, [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] noticed he wore the sigil of the noble myth of Vector Prime. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> <br /> After discovering and assembling the Blades of Time, Optimus stepped through into Vector Prime's pocket dimension. Vector Prime had been expecting him, and called Optimus &quot;Prime&quot;. He agreed to aid the [[Autobot]]s, and seemed surprised that Alpha Trion was still alive. He wondered how many of the Thirteen were still around. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ====''Prime'' cartoon====<br /> [[File:OneShallRise1-VectorPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> <br /> According to legend, at the beginning of time, [[Unicron]] and [[Primus]] battled each other for eons, with neither side remaining victorious for long. Till, that is, Primus created the [[Thirteen]]. These Thirteen defeated Unicron and cast him into space. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> At some point, statues of Vector Prime and his brothers were made. They were placed in the chamber of the High Council. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> ====Ask Vector Prime====<br /> The [[Uniend]] incarnation of Vector Prime was initially not part of the &quot;multiversal singularity&quot; Vector, as the Uniend Cluster was separated from the rest of the multiverse by a quantum membrane. When this membrane was punctured by the [[Dark Spark]], Uniend Vector began to be absorbed into the wavestructure of the living quantum event that was the singularity incarnation. As this process carried itself out, the singularity Vector began to experience and absorb the memories of the Uniend Vector, recalling how he had convinced [[Ironfletch]] to join the Autobot cause, and briefly worked alongside [[Rampart Punch]] and [[Avatar Brave]]. In particular, he expressed a fondness for his Uniend equivalent's [[Facial hair|beard]], and wondered if he would adopt it into his own facial structure. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime}}<br /> <br /> ====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Troy Baker]] (English), [[Yasuhiro Kikuchi]] (Japanese)}}<br /> [[File:BattlegroundsPt1 vector prime.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.5|He knows about Setsuna Meiou being demoted to a dwarf planet.]]<br /> When the evil of [[The Fallen|Megatronus]] threatened to return, endangering both Earth and Cybertron, [[Micronus Prime]] brought [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] before Vector and the other four Primes who dwelled within the [[Realm of the Primes]]. Speaking for the group, Vector announced that they could sense Optimus has not yet completed the necessary preparations that would allow him to safely receive a portion of power from each of the assembled Primes so that he could effectively combat Megatronus, but an impassioned speech from Optimus convinced them to go through with the power transfer. {{storylink|Battlegrounds, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Kre-O'' online manga===<br /> [[File:KreO vectorprime.jpg|right|thumb|upright=.75]]<br /> In [[Fornax 813.0 Gamma|a universe]] built out of blocks, Vector Prime witnessed a Decepticon attack on [[Metroplex (Kre-O)|Metroplex]]. {{storylink|Two Giant Bases! Everybody Getting Along, Come On, Fight!}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW Generation 1 continuity===<br /> Vector Prime was one of the Thirteen Primes, who led the [[Thirteen Tribes]] of Cybertron that formed after the [[Knights of Cybertron]] left the planet. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}} <br /> <br /> After [[Septimus Prime]] perished, Vector ran to his fellow Primes to inform them of the development that the [[The Fallen|killer]] had conquered Septimus's lands and was on the warpath. There was a mixed reception to this news. {{storylink|Origin Myths}}<br /> <br /> The death of his brother [[Nexus Prime]] at the hands of [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Galvatron]] prompted all the remaining Primes except [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]] to flee Cybertron. Eons later, [[Shockwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Shockwave]] would send one of his [[Regenesis]] ores to where he thought Vector had gone. {{storylink|The Crucible}}<br /> <br /> In the modern day, Vector Prime's name was remembered in the [[Way of Flame]], the religion of [[Solus Prime]]'s colony [[Caminus]]. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}}<br /> <br /> ===''Beast Wars: Uprising''===<br /> In the 34th century CE, '''Vector Convoy''' was one of the [[Convoy Council]]. He usually abstained from voting the same as his peers. When the stolen ship ''[[Terrastar (BW)|Terrastar]]'' left the Milky Way Galaxy, in violation of the Council's decree, Vector took part in the vote to send [[Astral Knight (BW)|Astral Knight]] and his crew after them. Surprisingly, he agreed, though Astral noted it was with &quot;infinite sadness&quot;. {{storylink|The Inexorable March}}<br /> <br /> ===''Power of the Primes'' marketing material===<br /> Vector Prime's [[Spark]] passed into the possession of one of the twelve [[Prime Master]]s; hidden within a suit of decoy armor, they safeguarded the abilities of the Primes until the present day. By uniting with a larger Transformer, the Prime Master could channel the powers of Vector Prime's Spark and grant them unique abilities that varied with each new partner. {{storylink|#Generations|''Power of the Primes'' Metalhawk / Vector Prime online bio}}<br /> <br /> {{note|For a list of every permutation of Vector Prime's abilities, see [[Prime Master/Combinations|this link]].}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===Transformers Power Up: The Game===<br /> {{Note|Vector Prime is one of four Transformers that can be built over the course of the game.}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers Power Up: The Game}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 2===<br /> [[File:G2AutobotGenerations.jpg|100px|thumb|Sadly not featured in a hilarious rap-filled commercial.]]<br /> *'''Autobot''' (Watch, 1993)<br /> **''Accessories'': Watchband<br /> <br /> : Autobot originated in the [[1983]] ''[[Microman]]'' ''[[Micro Change]]'' line as MC-06 Watch Robo, where he was available in four different colors. In [[1993]], he was released directly by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] in North America as part of ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)|Generation 2]]'', alongside [[Scorpia (G2)|Scorpia]] and the wristwatches of [[Superion (G1)|Superion]], [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], and [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]].<br /> <br /> :He transforms from a boxy silver chrome robot to a boxy functional digital watch that attaches to a plastic wristband.<br /> <br /> :He was [[retcon]]ned into an old form of Vector Prime's in a 2015 [[Ask Vector Prime]] entry. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1993/Autobot/Autobot/autobot.htm More information on Autobot at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cybertron===<br /> [[File:Cybertrontoy hasbro and takara vector primes.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|The [[Last Autobot]]'s beiger cousin.&lt;br&gt;(Hasbro Vector Prime at left, with the differently-colored Takara release on the right, and their respective Cyber Keys from top to bottom at center.)]]<br /> *'''Vector Prime''' (Voyager, 2005)<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''GC-03'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' [[Rhisling|Sword]], missile, [[Zeonomicon|Cyber Planet Key]]<br /> <br /> :Vector Prime transforms into a large Cybertronic space cruiser with &quot;solar panel&quot; wings, his shape seemingly taking cues from both the ''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (franchise)|Beast Wars]]'' [[Starship|starship]] ''[[Axalon (BW)|Axalon]]'' and the ''[[Star Wars (franchise)|Star Wars]]'' [[Darth Maul|Sith Infiltrator]]. His nosecone has a spring-loaded missile launcher at the tip. In robot mode, raising his right arm triggers electronic laser sounds; inserting his unique [[Cyber Planet Key]] into his &lt;strike&gt;fly&lt;/strike&gt; abdomen in either mode activates a vague electronic charging sound, and replaces his arm-activated laser sounds with those of a clashing sword. He comes with his [[Mini-Con]] partner [[Safeguard (Cybertron)|Safeguard]], and as such is one of the few early molds from ''Cybertron'' to have Mini-Con [[Powerlinx]] plugs. <br /> <br /> : First made available in Japan by [[TakaraTomy|Takara]] several months ahead of [[Hasbro]]'s release of the figure, Vector Prime has some significant differences between his two separate releases. Where Hasbro's release features a high-contrast color scheme of stark white and rich chocolate-brown plastics, Takara's uses a softer metallic-tinged grey and burgundy. [[For safety reasons]], Hasbro uses a softer, bendable translucent plastic for Vector Prime's wings and sword, where Takara was able to cast these parts in firmer materials. Finally, there are some [[paint operation]] differences between the two: Takara's version features a burgundy rim that runs all around the figure's wings, extra red circles on his shoulders, silver paint on the thigh vents, and several additional gold details on his forearm guards, helmet crest, and the sides of his legs, while Hasbro's does away with these and adds instead a larger gold application around his midriff and Cyber Key slot, and an Autobot [[insignia]] on his vehicle-mode cockpit. Where Hasbro's Cyber Key is entirely unpainted translucent blue with the [[Cyber Key Codes|code]] &quot;v38g&quot; printed on the reverse, Takara's features a generous metallic silver paint coating and no code.<br /> <br /> [[File:VectorPrime toy.jpg|thumb|right|Stock image, &quot;None of the above&quot;]]<br /> : Unhelpfully, [[stock photography|stock photo]]s of Vector Prime depicted a conglomerated version of the figure with Hasbro's white plastic, Takara's burgundy, and all the different paint applications from both versions, as shown left.<br /> <br /> : The Korean [[Mocom Toy]] version of Takara Vector Prime replaces the silver paint of his Cyber Planet Key with a light gray.<br /> <br /> : This mold was also used to create [[BotCon 2007]] [[Alpha Trion (SG)|Alpha Trion]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/VectorPrime/vectorprime.htm More information on Vector Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|VsStarscream}}<br /> [[File:Cybertrontoy vprime vs sscream.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Vector Prime'' vs ''Starscream''' (Multi-pack, 2005)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword, missile, Cyber Planet Key<br /> <br /> : The Vector Prime in this [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]] [[exclusive]] set is identical to the regular-retail version, even though the [[Starscream (Armada)|Starscream]] is not only a mold not available at normal US retail, but is in an entirely new coloration not used for its Japanese release.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|LOC}}<br /> [[File:LOC VectorPrime.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|And I'm his poorer cousin who can't afford paint.]]<br /> *'''Vector Prime''' (Legends of Cybertron, 2006)<br /> <br /> : As part of the ''[[Legends Class (2005)|Legends of Cybertron]]'' line, Vector Prime is a miniature, heavily-simplified version of the Voyager-class toy, yet retaining much of the sculpted detailing. He was part of the third wave of product, the first wave to be sold outside of &quot;[[market six]]&quot; stores and in &quot;big box&quot; chains like Toys 'R' Us and Kmart.<br /> <br /> : Some stock photos of this figure, including the ones on the back of its packaging&lt;ref name=&quot;locvprime&quot;&gt;[http://www.shmax.com/product_details/271/vector_prime Legends of Cybertron Vector Prime's packaging] at Shmax.com&lt;/ref&gt;, depict Vector Prime with functional elbows. Evidently, a [[design change]] was implemented at some point; on the final release, the arms are cast as one piece, with ''fake elbow joints'' as moulded detail. OK then.<br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Scattershot (G1)|Scattershot]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/LOCVectorPrime/vectorprime.htm More information on ''Legends of Cybertron'' Vector Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CGFVectorPrime}}<br /> [[File:Cyb GFVectorPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|Safeguard pimps his ride. For show.]]<br /> *'''Galaxy Force Vector Prime''' (Voyager, 2006)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword, missile, Cyber Planet Key<br /> <br /> : Not to be confused with the ''Galaxy Force'' release of Vector Prime, Galaxy Force Vector Prime is a matte gold [[redeco]] of Vector Prime released near the end of the [[Transformers: Cybertron (toyline)|''Cybertron'' toyline]]. His transparent blue parts were changed to transparent orange, and he has the same number of paint applications as the original ''Cybertron'' Vector Prime toy. The packaging photography shows the [[prototype]] as considerably more blinged out than the rather yellowish matte gold plastic actually used for the production run.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/GFVectorPrime/vectorprime.htm More information on Galaxy Force Vector Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Jollibee}}<br /> [[File:JollibeeVectorPrime toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67|The Guardian of Shakes and Fries]]<br /> *'''Vector Prime''' (Jollibee Kids Meal, 2007)<br /> <br /> : Available exclusively from the Jollibee restaurant chain in the Philippines, this small scale, extremely simplified version of Vector Prime was sold under the subline ''Transformers: Cybertron Robot Blasters''. Similar to the ''Legends of Cybertron'' version, the Robot Blasters Vector Prime has an even more simplified transformation sequence and less articulation and paint detailing. However, he impressively retains a significant amount of Vector Prime's sculpted detailing.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Universe (2008)===<br /> [[File:Universe2008 VectorPrime.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|Last Autobot [[homage]]: Denied!]]<br /> *'''Vector Prime with Mini-Con Safeguard!''' (Voyager, 2009)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Sword, missile, Key, Safeguard<br /> <br /> :Vector Prime is a part of the ''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' &quot;Cybertron Series&quot; and is a redeco of the previous ''Cybertron'' release of Vector Prime, in black, brown, and blue colors. Notably, this is the first Hasbro iteration of the figure to have painted wings like the Takara Galaxy Force version, as well as being the only version with a painted sword blade. Like [[BotCon]] exclusive [[Alpha Trion (SG)|Alpha Trion]], sadly, he has been gutted of his electronic features, rendering the Cyber Key pointless. The battery compartment is riveted shut.<br /> <br /> :This toy was shipped in extremely low quantities, and as a result was a very rare sight at U.S. retail stores.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Autobot/TFUVectorPrime/vectorprime.htm More information on ''Universe'' Vector Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:TF-POTP-Prime-Master-Vector-Prime-with-Metalhawk.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Vector Prime''' (Prime Master, 2017)<br /> :*''Japanese ID number'': '''PP-03'''<br /> :*''Japanese release date'': '''[[2018]]-[[May 25|05-25]]'''<br /> :*''Accessories'': [[Metalhawk (Masterforce)#Power of the Primes|Metalhawk]] decoy armor, cannon<br /> <br /> :''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' Vector Prime is a [[Titan Master]]-sized mold that transforms from a small robot modeled after [[Metalhawk (Masterforce)#Toys|Metalhawk]]'s inner robot mode into a [[Prime Master]] that can store inside decoy armor modeled after Metalhawk's [[Pretender]] shell, or plug into any Prime Master shell's weapon form, or replace a ''Power of the Primes'' Leader's Matrix core. They could also ride Legends Class figures, and can attach to Deluxe Class figures' chest armor, Voyager Class figures' bucklers, or Voyager Class figures' combined mode.<br /> <br /> :In an unusual error, some units of Vector Prime / Metalhawk came with two Prime Masters.&lt;ref&gt;[https://www.seibertron.com/transformers/news/some-power-of-the-primes-figures-shipping-with-two-prime-masters-report/40365/ Seibertron, 2017/12/24: Some Power Of the Primes Figures Shipping With Two Prime Masters: Report]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Attacktix===<br /> *'''Vector Prime''' (Booster, 2006)<br /> <br /> [[File:Attacktix VectorPrime.jpg||thumb|upright=1.1|Go ahead. Ask me again about how well I blend.]]<br /> {{attacktix<br /> |ID=TF11<br /> |faction=Autobot<br /> |class=Leader<br /> |special=Vengeance — 2525 (77%) success ratio<br /> |cost=40<br /> |speed=4<br /> |attacktype=Shooter (Energy Blast)<br /> }}<br /> {{-}}<br /> :Part of the first assortment of ''[[Attacktix]]'' Transformers-series Booster packs, Vector Prime is one of the less stable shooters his size. He has three points of articulation (shoulders and waist) which you can use to put him in a more stable stance than his default, though it doesn't look very comfortable.<br /> <br /> :Vector Prime appears to have been created as the counterpart to the powerful Decepticon [[Scorponok (Energon)|Scorponok]] figure. His Special Power is the antithesis of Scorponok's, allowing you to instantly remove up to two of your opponent's in-play [[Insecticon (Energon)|Insecticons]]. Who knew Vector Prime hated Terrorcons so much?<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2006/Autobot/AttacktixVectorPrime/vectorprime.htm More information on ''Attacktix'' Vector Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:VectorPrimeGoldCG.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Vector Prime goes Super Saiyan.]]<br /> * Like other members of the Thirteen, Vector Prime was once established as a [[multiversal singularity]], existing as one being across all of time and space, but that is [[Shroud|no longer the case]].<br /> *&quot;Vector Prime&quot; was the originally proposed name for [[Sentinel Maximus]], going so far as to be printed on Sentinel Maximus's shipping cases.<br /> *One of the earliest known sketches of Vector Prime gave him a vaguely pharaonic head, making him look a fair bit like {{w|Giant Robo (OVA)|Giant Robo}}. This appears to have been coincidental, as [[Aaron Archer]] had no idea what Giant Robo was when questioned about it—although, to be fair, the sketch was not one Archer had done himself.&lt;ref&gt;http://tfu.info/issue12/aaronsdesk.htm Stuff From Aaron's Desk, Day 22&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> *According to the [[Hasbro]] panel at [[BotCon 2006]], Vector Prime's head was largely based around the [[Autobot]] insignia. At one point in the design process, a flip-down battle mask identical to the Autobot symbol was proposed.&lt;ref&gt;[http://www.flickr.com/photos/naladahc/256973979/in/set-72157594305640507/ BotCon - Friday - Vector Prime's original head]&lt;/ref&gt; Also, he was originally going to have two swords, as seen in the image on the right.<br /> *The &quot;Galaxy Force Vector Prime&quot; color scheme appears to have been inspired by a [[GONZO]] CGI color mock-up done before Vector Prime's final coloration was decided. A Hasbro design chart showing this and other concepts was first seen at [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2005, and was present at [[BotCon 2005]] later that same year. The image also made an appearance during a slideshow at one of Hasbro's [[BotCon 2006]] presentations, and in Galaxy Force Vector Prime's unlockable online Cyber Key content.<br /> *The released version of the Vector Prime ''Attacktix'' figure featured the Takara coloration of the ''Cybertron'' toy, gray with a metallic burgundy. [[:File:WhiteVectorPrimeAttacktix.jpg|A more Hasbro-release-like white-and-brown redeco]] was seen through various avenues, such as Toy Fair 2006 and Hasbro publicity photos, but ultimately never came out at retail.<br /> *[[Don Figueroa]] had a different [http://www.unicron.us/tf2007/figueroa/DonceptVector-b.jpg interpretation] of Vector Prime.&lt;ref&gt;From [http://www.unicron.com www.unicron.com]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> [[File:RobotTimeMachineSixModes.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|Robot Time Machine in watch, &quot;battle station&quot;, &quot;galactic shuttle&quot;, &quot;cosmic tank&quot;, &quot;solar creature&quot;, and robot forms. No, this time we're not joking.]]<br /> *After being released in ''Micro Change'', Autobot was sold by Takara in a line called '''''Watch Q''''' in 1984. The watches who would become [[Kaltor]] and [[Scorpia (G2)|Scorpia]] were also sold in ''Watch Q'', as were a bunch of other transforming watches who were never sold as Transformers. Autobot was also sold as part of Takara's North American ''[[Kronoform]]'' line, where he was called &quot;Robot Time Machine&quot; and had the unique honor of appearing in a television commercial that advertised him as being, at the least, a [[Six Changer]] (albeit a highly unconvincing one).<br /> *He has the distinction of being THE prototypical transforming watch toy of the 1980s, with scores of knock-offs produced during that era. Surprisingly, one of these was advertised ''within'' an issue of Marvel's ''Transformers'' series! &quot;[[The Next Best Thing to Being There!]]&quot; featured [[:File:BonkersRobotWatch.jpg|an ad from the Nabisco company]] for a &quot;Robot-Watch&quot; (plainly Autobot, with &quot;Quartz&quot; replacing &quot;Takara&quot; on his chest) at the cost of $3.95 and 3 &quot;Bonkers&quot; candy labels. <br /> *Two versions of Autobot's packaging are depicted in ''[[Transformers Generations]]'', one using his ''Micro Change'' art with an Autobot symbol slapped on and the other with original art. According to the text, the former was a packaging mock-up; the one shown on this page is how he was released.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Vector Prime''' (ベクタープライム ''Bekutā Puraimu'')<br /> *''Korean:'' '''Mega Vector Prime''' (메가빅텨프라임 ''Mega Biktyeo Peuraim'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Vector''' (Taiwan, 貝克達 ''Bèikèdá''), '''Yǐntiānxíng''' (China, 引天行, &quot;Guide Heaven Walk&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> *[http://www.insecticons.com/vector-qa-00.html Ask Vector Prime archive at ''In Space, No One Can Hear Starscream'']<br /> *[http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wNlb0h6qig8&amp;amp;fmt=18 Kronoform Robot Time Machine commercial on youtube]<br /> <br /> ==Footnotes==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> {{Thirteen}}<br /> <br /> [[Category:Attacktix]]<br /> [[Category:Alternity Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Animated Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Beast Wars Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Beast Wars: Uprising Transformers]]<br /> [[Category:Council members]]<br /> [[Category:Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Dimension hoppers]]<br /> [[Category:Elderly Transformers]]<br /> [[Category:Fast food exclusives]]<br /> [[Category:Female Transformers]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 2 Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:GoBots characters]]<br /> [[Category:IDW Generation 1 Transformers]]<br /> [[Category:Matrix bearers]]<br /> [[Category:Point One Percenters]]<br /> [[Category:Power of the Primes]]<br /> [[Category:Powermasters]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Masters]]<br /> [[Category:Targetmasters]]<br /> [[Category:Thirteen]]<br /> [[Category:Transcendent Technomorphs]]<br /> [[Category:Universe (2008)]]<br /> [[Category:Watches]]</div>

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<p>Technospike: /* Transformers Comic-Magazin */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|autobot}}<br /> {{disambig3|Landmine}}<br /> {{disambig2|the American [[Pretender]]|his Japanese counterpart from [[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (franchise)|Super-God Masterforce]]|Lander}}<br /> :''Landmine is an [[Autobot]] [[Pretender]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:Landmine-backofthebox.jpg|upright=1.95|thumb|Paul McCartney wants to ban this Autobot.]]<br /> '''Landmine''' prefers to believe his life is one big ''[[Indiana Jones]]'' movie. His job takes him into uncharted and dangerous territory, usually after some important artifact, and he's always willing to leap into these situations with sword or blaster in-hand. Unfortunately, the reality is his job isn't quite that glamorous. As an asteroid miner, he's usually after rare minerals his team needs to survive, not damsels in distress or powerful talismans. And while he is brash and hot-headed, unlike [[Hot Rod (G1)|some other brash hotheads]], he's very concerned about making sure he gets his job done ''right'' the first time around. Landmine doesn't brook mistakes, especially not his own. He rarely leaves his extremely durable shell, if he can help it. At the end of the day, he's just a vulnerable guy digging for rocks.<br /> <br /> To fill the void, Landmine will keep rewatching those ''Indiana Jones'' films. Even the fourth one.<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Transformers'' cartoon===<br /> [[File:AutobotPretenderCommercial.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> {{note|Although Landmine never appears in an actual episode of ''The Transformers'', he can be seen in the [[title sequence]] for season 5 alongside [[Cloudburst]] and [[Waverider]]. The title sequence recycled animation from the [[Commercial/Generation 1#1988|Pretenders toy commercial]].}}<br /> <br /> Landmine was scheduled to undergo minor retooling. [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] promised he would be there and left [[Tommy Kennedy]] in the middle of a story he was telling. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 1#Season 5|Season 5: The Rebirth, Part 1}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br /> {{noteukonly}}<br /> [[File:Pretendertothethrone-landmine.jpg|left|upright=1.66|thumb|Dun da-dundun! Dun dadun! Dun da-dundun! Dun da DUN DUN DUN!]]<br /> Landmine claims at one point to have faced off against 50 [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticons]]. {{storylink|Recipe for Disaster!}}<br /> <br /> A member of [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Fortress Maximus]]'s crew aboard the ''[[Steelhaven (G1)|Steelhaven]],'' Landmine volunteered for the synthoplasmic conversion process Optimus Prime had stolen from [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]], transforming him into an Autobot [[Pretender]]. With Optimus Prime coordinating the Pretenders' first battle with the Decepticons, Landmine and his teammates easily overwhelmed the opposing force. {{storylink|Pretender to the Throne!}}<br /> <br /> Landmine was with Fortress Maximus when the ''Steelhaven'' faction first met [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]'s group of Autobots, and Fortress Maximus introduced Landmine to Grimlock as Pretender Group Leader. Grimlock was less than impressed with the new arrivals, and wound up challenging Maximus to a duel in order to maintain control of the Autobot forces. [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] was ultimately the one who battled the Dinobot on Earth's moon for leadership supremacy. The proceedings were interrupted by a Decepticon attack, and the duelists were forced to put their differences aside to lead their troops together against the attackers. {{storylink|Totaled!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Urtuskian.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|You just watch yourself. I have the death sentence on me in twelve systems!]]<br /> After a large number of Autobot troops were critically damaged battling [[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Starscream]], Optimus Prime sent Landmine and [[Cloudburst]] to buy medical supplies. They were to go to [[Grand Central Space Station]] and purchase 500 million [[microchip]]s, necessary components for rebuilding their fallen comrades. The two Pretenders were chosen for the mission due to their outer human shells, as robots weren't welcome at Grand Central.<br /> <br /> Canvassing the area at the [[Black Hole Bar and Grill]], Landmine got them involved in a bar fight trying to defend a [[Chromite]] from some angry robophobic patrons. They were beaten, however, and the Chromite was tossed out the airlock. After Cloudburst smoothed things over with the bartender, [[J'oh]], they left to find a reliable source of microchips. They supposedly found this through two brokers (the disguised [[Throttle (G1)|Throttle]] and [[Hi-Test (G1)|Hi-Test]]). The deal seemed sound, but a human named [[Berko]] mentioned how his Autobot friend [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] suddenly went missing after trying to deal with those the two brokers.<br /> <br /> [[File:GuessWho-nothuman.jpg|upright=1.1|left|thumb]]<br /> With the idea of saving a potentially endangered fellow Autobot in mind, Landmine insisted on bypassing the middlemen and meeting the sellers directly. Cloudburst was extremely reluctant, but not to worry &amp;mdash; Landmine had a plan. Remote-guiding his outer shell into the meeting, Landmine and Cloudburst met with the hungry [[Mecannibal]]s. The disguised Autobots arranged to pay for 500 million microchips. However, they also learned that the Mecannibals were about to eat Sky Lynx. Landmine's inner robot burst in at that moment, assaulting the Mecannibals and freeing Sky Lynx. He then set off a flash of light to hide the moment when his [[robot mode]] entered his shell to hide.<br /> <br /> Having successfully acquired their goods and freed a fellow Autobot in the process, Landmine and Cloudburst were sitting pretty. The only remaining glitch was how the hiding Sky Lynx would be able to return to Grand Central to retrieve his friend Berko without being caught. Fortunately, Landmine once more had a plan. A much less successful plan. He grabbed Berko by the collar and tossed him into an alleyway so that he and Cloudburst could reveal themselves as Autobots in privacy. It wasn't total privacy, though — the Mecannibals' brokers saw this revelation, and rushed off to inform J'oh of this fact. When the Autobots headed to the Black Hole Bar and Grill to settle Berko's tab, they were grabbed by the bar's patrons and delivered to the Nebulans, who in turn brought them to the Mecannibals. {{storylink|Guess Who the Mecannibals Are Having for Dinner?}}<br /> <br /> [[File:RecipeForDisaster-LandmineSharkticons.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sharkticons. Why'd it have to be Sharkticons?]]<br /> Things weren't looking too well for the Pretenders until Cloudburst hit upon the idea to negotiate their release from the Mecannibals, in exchange of sharing a recipe. As they were, he convinced Master Mouth, the Autobots would only make for a mediocre snack, but with the right spices they could make for a gourmet meal! The unusual stratagem worked, though only partially. Master Mouth allowed the Autobots to go to the planet [[Femax]] to hunt down some crystals needed for the recipe, however, upon their return, Landmine would still get eaten. If the recipe proved as succulent as Cloudburst made it sound, the latter would get to walk away. In any case, the Mecannibals would hold onto Berko as collateral. Landmine wasn't too keen on these terms, but Cloudburst insisted he trust him, as they would figure out how to get him off the menu later.<br /> <br /> Making their way to Femax, the Autobots found their entrance to the mountain kingdom being blocked by a solid steel door. Landmine easily bypassed the door by tunneling through the mountain itself using the astro-blasting power of his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. Upon their intrusion however, the pair discovered that the barrier had been put in place to keep men out. Disguised as they were by their Pretender shells, Landmine and Cloudburst passed for Femaxian males, prompting the local warrior-women to attack them. Though Landmine's inherent hostility nearly escalated their situation, Cloudburst was able to convince the Femaxians' leader, the [[First One]], of their good intentions. But the Femaxians valued physical skill above all else, and Cloudburst was selected to prove himself in a series of challenges, so that the initial misunderstanding could be forgiven. Cloudburst easily passed all tasks sent his way, impressing the First One thoroughly. While she and Cloudburst err... discussed matters more intimately in her bed chamber, Landmine enjoyed regaling several other women with some war stories. His story time was interrupted when the First One erupted back out into the hall, brandishing the decapitated head of Cloudburst's inner robot. Under the impression that she had been deliberately misled by the Autobots, she sicced her warriors on Landmine to slaughter him as well. Though his first impulse was to take up arms, Landmine reminded himself that Cloudburst's methods had worked out better for them so far. By maintaining a cool head, the First One was talked back to her senses, and agreed to repair Cloudburst.<br /> <br /> The Autobots finally got a hold of the crystals they needed and left the First One's domain. Before they could leave the planet, they were accosted by [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]] and [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]], only for these two to be immediately knocked out by Sky Lynx. Realizing that the Decepticons' binary bonded partners were Master Mouth's robot-spotters, the group returned to the [[Mecannibals' ship]]. There, they modified the deal they had made earlier: by holding Hi-Test and Throttle hostage, they assured both their own and Berko's safe release. In the end, however, their consciences got the best of them and they did not leave with the microchips they had initially purchased. Instead, the Pretenders insisted the Mecannibals rebuild the robots they had &quot;recycled&quot; into the microchips and raw materials they were selling. Their Autobot comrades simply wouldn't have wanted to be revived at the cost of others. However, as bonus information, Landmine and Cloudburst told Master Mouth of the Nebulans' partially-robotic nature, landing the Decepticons in a heap of trouble with their now former employers. {{storylink|Recipe for Disaster!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Chaingang-giantmen.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.5]]<br /> ''At some point, the Decepticon Pretenders [[Iguanus (G1)|Iguanus]], [[Bomb-Burst (G1)|Bomb-Burst]] and [[Skullgrin]] captured the [[Keeler Oil Terminal]] in the [[Gulf of Mexico]]. Cloudburst, Landmine and [[Splashdown]] were sent to stop them, though a stray shot sent a human jet hurtling out of control towards the oil rig. Cloudburst convinced Bomb-Burst to help save the jet (as it would also save the rig and coincidentally their lives) and once they had manoeuvred it to safety, he took the Decepticon into custody.'' {{storylink|The Chain Gang!}}<br /> <br /> When the [[Air Strike Patrol]] terrorized [[MacDill Air Force Base]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] took the full Autobot force down to confront them. Landmine was seen disembarking their [[All-Terrain Turbo-Transport]] {{storylink|Back from the Dead}} and standing behind Prime beside Cloudburst. When Scorponok's Decepticons arrived, accelerating the confrontation into an all-out battle, Landmine focused his efforts on [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]]. {{storylink|The Resurrection Gambit!}} Prime ordered the Autobots back onto the ATTT to prevent further escalation, but [[Hot Rod (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Hot Rod]] disobeyed orders and returned to Prime's side as the ATTT left the ground, much to Landmine's frustration. {{storylink|All the Familiar Faces!}} <br /> <br /> [[File:Landminedies.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Darkness imprisoning me! All that I see! Absolute horror!]]<br /> ''When the Autobots received a distress call from Earth's surface, [[Nightbeat (G1)|Nightbeat]] assembled a combat team that included [[Hosehead (G1)|Hosehead]], [[Siren (G1)|Siren]], Landmine, [[Getaway]], and himself. Under Optimus Prime's command, they rushed to Earth to help their fallen comrades, but there they found the [[Deathbringer (Marvel)|Deathbringer]], who had come to cleanse the planet of life. Landmine and the others fought valiantly, but were getting slaughtered. Nightbeat used its own programming against it, and the Deathbringer destroyed itself, removing Landmine and the others from further danger.'' {{storylink|Deathbringer (issue)|Deathbringer}}<br /> <br /> Sometime later, Landmine was the first Autobot to be deactivated battling [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] and his newly-found power while possessing the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]]. For a Transformer, that's like being literally struck down by the Hand of God, so it probably hurt A LOT. {{storylink|All Fall Down}}<br /> <br /> ====''Transformers Comic-Magazin''====<br /> <br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 9|The Transformers' Grand Hour: Headmaster of the Dimensions}} {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 11|Transformers in Action: He Who Laughs Last ...}} {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 13|The Energon Trap}} {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 15|The Cosmic Adventure: Memories of Bumblebee}}}}<br /> <br /> ====''Regeneration One''====<br /> {{noterg1}}<br /> More than twenty-one years after the end of the war between the Autobots and the Decepticons, Landmine fell victim to [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]]'s [[Gene Key]] and tried to throw [[Grapple (G1)|Grapple]] off a balcony. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part Three}} He went on to join the party hunting down the rogue [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] [[Sludge (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Sludge]], [[Snarl (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Snarl]] and [[Swoop (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Swoop]]. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part Four}} Landmine was present at the [[Sonic Canyons]] when the effects of the Gene Key were globally reversed. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part Five}}<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br /> Landmine was the leader of the Autobot Pretenders. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|Landmine's ''More Than Meets The Eye'' profile}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW Generation 1 continuity===<br /> Landmine, [[Cloudburst]], [[Groundbreaker]], and [[Waverider]] were sent to investigate the [[Benzuli Expanse]], but discovered that any probes or drones entering the area immediately ceased to function. After reporting this to [[Jetfire (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Jetfire]], he volunteered them for the Pretender process as a means of safely entering the expanse. {{storylink|Spotlight: Hardhead}}<br /> <br /> [[File:IDWAutobotPretenders.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|X never marks the spot.]]<br /> [[Cyclonus (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Cyclonus]] was later patrolling the Benzuli Expanse with [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Galvatron]] to look for those who would disturb the [[Expansion]]. Upon spotting Cloudburst's ship, Cyclonus called &quot;dibs&quot; and Galvatron happily let Cyclonus attack the vessel. {{storylink|Spotlight: Doubledealer}} Fortunately Landmine and the rest of the crew were rescued by the [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]] who transported them to their ship and presented them with new and improved Pretender shells. Now equipped to deal with the [[Dead Universe]] and its denizens, the four warriors finished off Cyclonus and entered the Benzuli Expanse, where they put the [[Nega-Core]]s once they were sent so that they would detonate inside the Dead Universe and destroy it. {{storylink|Spotlight: Sideswipe}} {{storylink|All Hail Megatron issue 15|Everything in Its Right Place}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ReluctantSpecialist-Landmine.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Hey, I needed an upgrade and this body was cheaper on eBay!]]<br /> Following the end of the war, Landmine became a crew member on the ''[[Lost Light]]''. He helped secure a discarded thumb from Metroplex after it impacted the ship. Later, Landmine along with nearly everyone on board of the ''Lost Light'' were frozen in place due to one of [[Brainstorm (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Brainstorm]]'s experimental weapons accidentally going off. After he recovered, he was awarded a [[Rodimus Star]] &quot;for exceptional endurance in the face of adversity.&quot; {{storylink|The Reluctant Specialist}} He was hanging around in Shuttle Bay 3 when [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Ultra Magnus]] returned from a reconnaissance mission. {{storylink|Shadowplay, Part 2: Patternism|Patternism}}<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|No Guns, No Swords, No Briefcases}}}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Power of the Primes'' marketing material===<br /> [[File:PowerOfThePrimes-LandmineAlphaTrion-CardArt.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|]]<br /> Landmine was was a [[Prime Master]] who housed the spark energy of [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]], able to grant infinite knowledge abilities to other Transformers. {{storylink|#Generations|''Power of the Primes'' Landmine / Alpha Trion online bio}}<br /> {{note|For a list of powers manifested by Landmine, see [[Prime Master/Combinations|this chart]].}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> After a string of defeats, the Autobots conceived of the [[Pretender]]s to regain the advantage against the Decepticons. Upon Landmine, Waverider and Cloudburst's activation within an Autobot research facility, the trio came under attack from [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]] and [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]]. The Autobot Pretenders quickly retaliated, sending the intruders fleeing after splitting from their shells. The Decepticons were quick to develop their own Pretender warriors however, and Landmine, Cloudburst and Waverider's meddle was once more tested, this time against opponents who also possessed Pretender shells. Landmine squared off against [[Skullgrin]] in the ensuing fight. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Pretenders|Pretenders commercial}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> [[File:G1Landmine toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Obesity, anorexia, and awkwardness all rolled into one.]]<br /> *'''Landmine''' (Pretender, [[1988]])<br /> **''Accessories'': 2-piece Pretender shell, helmet, belt, &quot;Laser Saber&quot;, &quot;[[astro blaster]]&quot;<br /> <br /> :Landmine's outer Pretender shell resembles a human in a yellow and gray armoured space suit, armed with a gray sword and a gray blaster rifle. The shell's helmet and front-half of the belt are also removable, used to help &quot;lock&quot; the shell-halves together. This shell has very limited articulation, located in his shoulders.<br /> <br /> :Landmine's inner robot has good articulation for the period he was released in, owing to his relatively simple transformation and design. The robot transforms into a predominantly gray Cybertronic all terrain vehicle. The gray rifle can be stored on the top of this mode.<br /> <br /> :This mold — in exactly the same colors — was used for the ''[[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (toyline)|Super-God Masterforce]]'' Pretender [[Lander]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1988/Autobot/Landmine/landmine.htm More information on Landmine at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ===''Energon''===<br /> [[File:Energon Landmine toy.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|These hands are made fer hurtin'.]]<br /> *'''Landmine''' (Ultra, [[2004]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''SC-15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Trailer/battle station/backpack &amp; gauntlets, missile<br /> {{note|''Energon'' Landmine was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as Generation 1 Landmine in &quot;[[The Reluctant Specialist|Spotlight: Trailcutter]]&quot;.}}<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] transforms into an orange, blue, and grey Cybertronic half-track battlefield recovery vehicle. The front of the vehicle features a large plow while the rear has a rotating crane with a [[Retractable string gimmick|working winch]], accompanied by a spring-loaded [[missile]] launcher. The front half of the vehicle can separate from the tracked portion as a smaller truck cab, and can transform into the standard robot. The tracked portion can then be reconfigured into a mini battle station that Landmine's [[robot mode]] can man. It can also be transformed into a small tank-like vehicle. Most of the crane is detachable, possibly [[for safety reasons]], as it doesn't appear to attach anywhere else.<br /> <br /> :In robot mode, Landmine has no weapons, but his standard [[5mm post|5mm fist]]s can hold any [[Energon weapon]]s or other weapons sporting a compatible peg system. In the dead center of his chest is his [[spark crystal]], over which an [[energon star]] can be attached. As a red Powerlinx Autobot, Landmine cannot combine with any other Autobot except for the rear &quot;trailer&quot; half of his vehicle, forming his [[Super Mode|brute mode]]. The tracks, with their flip-out digger claws, mount on his arms while the remaining portion forms a weapons backpack. Connecting the backpack to Landmine will depress a button which activates the classic Generation 1 transformation [[Soundbox|sound effect]].<br /> <br /> :The Japanese ''Superlink'' release removed the electronics from his brute mode backpack, and uses a different shade of blue plastic.<br /> <br /> :The mold was later [[redeco]]ed into &quot;[[The Powerlinx Battles]]&quot; [[Landquake (Energon)#Energon|Landquake]] and ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Landshark (G1)|Landshark]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/Landmine/landmine.htm More information on Landmine at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:TF-POTP-Prime-Master-Alpha-Trion-with-Landmine.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sadly, he is not shaped like [[G.B. Blackrock|G.B]][[Sovereign| Blackrock]] ]]<br /> *'''Alpha Trion''' (Prime Master, [[2018]])<br /> :*''Accessories:'' Landmine Decoy Armor, cannon<br /> :''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Alpha Trion (G1)#Power of the Primes|Alpha Trion]] is a [[retool]] of [[Vector Prime#Generations|Vector Prime]] that transforms from a small robot modeled after Landmine's inner robot mode into a [[Prime Master]] that can store inside [[Decoy Armor]] modeled after Landmine's [[Pretender]] shell, or plug into any Prime Master shell's weapon form, or replace a ''Power of the Primes'' Leader's Matrix core. They could also ride Legends Class figures, and can attach to Deluxe Class figures' chest armor, Voyager Class figures' bucklers, or Voyager Class figures' combined mode. Similar to all of the Decoy Armor, the weapon piece for weapon mode can detach and be held by the Decoy Armor.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:ArmadaCameos-RedRoom.jpg|thumb|Secretarymine]]<br /> *Landmine/Lander's animation model shows up in the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' episode &quot;[[First Encounter]]&quot; as a &quot;[[generic]]&quot;, unnamed Cybertronian. He is seen carrying a &quot;clipboard&quot; of some kind and reacting to the [[Mini-Con]] beacon. He's also the only one in that shot seen clearly, the other three ([[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]], [[Wideload (G1)|Wideload]], and [[Sixknight]]) all being seen only from the back and largely obscured.<br /> *Landmine (or maybe Lander, we dunno) is on display at {{w|Disney's Pop Century Resort|the Pop Century resort at Walt Disney World}} sans weapon and pretender shell.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''French:'' '''Sapeur''' (Canada)<br /> *''Italian:'' '''Febos'''<br /> <br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Lost Light crew]]<br /> [[Category:Power of the Primes]]<br /> [[Category:Pretenders]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Masters]]<br /> [[Category:Regeneration One Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br /> [[Category:Upcoming toy releases]]</div>

Technospike https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Landmine_(G1)&diff=1245304 2018-03-07T19:53:33Z

<p>Technospike: /* Transformers Comic-Magazin */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|autobot}}<br /> {{disambig3|Landmine}}<br /> {{disambig2|the American [[Pretender]]|his Japanese counterpart from [[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (franchise)|Super-God Masterforce]]|Lander}}<br /> :''Landmine is an [[Autobot]] [[Pretender]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:Landmine-backofthebox.jpg|upright=1.95|thumb|Paul McCartney wants to ban this Autobot.]]<br /> '''Landmine''' prefers to believe his life is one big ''[[Indiana Jones]]'' movie. His job takes him into uncharted and dangerous territory, usually after some important artifact, and he's always willing to leap into these situations with sword or blaster in-hand. Unfortunately, the reality is his job isn't quite that glamorous. As an asteroid miner, he's usually after rare minerals his team needs to survive, not damsels in distress or powerful talismans. And while he is brash and hot-headed, unlike [[Hot Rod (G1)|some other brash hotheads]], he's very concerned about making sure he gets his job done ''right'' the first time around. Landmine doesn't brook mistakes, especially not his own. He rarely leaves his extremely durable shell, if he can help it. At the end of the day, he's just a vulnerable guy digging for rocks.<br /> <br /> To fill the void, Landmine will keep rewatching those ''Indiana Jones'' films. Even the fourth one.<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''The Transformers'' cartoon===<br /> [[File:AutobotPretenderCommercial.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> {{note|Although Landmine never appears in an actual episode of ''The Transformers'', he can be seen in the [[title sequence]] for season 5 alongside [[Cloudburst]] and [[Waverider]]. The title sequence recycled animation from the [[Commercial/Generation 1#1988|Pretenders toy commercial]].}}<br /> <br /> Landmine was scheduled to undergo minor retooling. [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] promised he would be there and left [[Tommy Kennedy]] in the middle of a story he was telling. {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 1#Season 5|Season 5: The Rebirth, Part 1}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br /> {{noteukonly}}<br /> [[File:Pretendertothethrone-landmine.jpg|left|upright=1.66|thumb|Dun da-dundun! Dun dadun! Dun da-dundun! Dun da DUN DUN DUN!]]<br /> Landmine claims at one point to have faced off against 50 [[Sharkticon (G1)|Sharkticons]]. {{storylink|Recipe for Disaster!}}<br /> <br /> A member of [[Fortress Maximus (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Fortress Maximus]]'s crew aboard the ''[[Steelhaven (G1)|Steelhaven]],'' Landmine volunteered for the synthoplasmic conversion process Optimus Prime had stolen from [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]], transforming him into an Autobot [[Pretender]]. With Optimus Prime coordinating the Pretenders' first battle with the Decepticons, Landmine and his teammates easily overwhelmed the opposing force. {{storylink|Pretender to the Throne!}}<br /> <br /> Landmine was with Fortress Maximus when the ''Steelhaven'' faction first met [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]'s group of Autobots, and Fortress Maximus introduced Landmine to Grimlock as Pretender Group Leader. Grimlock was less than impressed with the new arrivals, and wound up challenging Maximus to a duel in order to maintain control of the Autobot forces. [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] was ultimately the one who battled the Dinobot on Earth's moon for leadership supremacy. The proceedings were interrupted by a Decepticon attack, and the duelists were forced to put their differences aside to lead their troops together against the attackers. {{storylink|Totaled!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Urtuskian.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|You just watch yourself. I have the death sentence on me in twelve systems!]]<br /> After a large number of Autobot troops were critically damaged battling [[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Starscream]], Optimus Prime sent Landmine and [[Cloudburst]] to buy medical supplies. They were to go to [[Grand Central Space Station]] and purchase 500 million [[microchip]]s, necessary components for rebuilding their fallen comrades. The two Pretenders were chosen for the mission due to their outer human shells, as robots weren't welcome at Grand Central.<br /> <br /> Canvassing the area at the [[Black Hole Bar and Grill]], Landmine got them involved in a bar fight trying to defend a [[Chromite]] from some angry robophobic patrons. They were beaten, however, and the Chromite was tossed out the airlock. After Cloudburst smoothed things over with the bartender, [[J'oh]], they left to find a reliable source of microchips. They supposedly found this through two brokers (the disguised [[Throttle (G1)|Throttle]] and [[Hi-Test (G1)|Hi-Test]]). The deal seemed sound, but a human named [[Berko]] mentioned how his Autobot friend [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]] suddenly went missing after trying to deal with those the two brokers.<br /> <br /> [[File:GuessWho-nothuman.jpg|upright=1.1|left|thumb]]<br /> With the idea of saving a potentially endangered fellow Autobot in mind, Landmine insisted on bypassing the middlemen and meeting the sellers directly. Cloudburst was extremely reluctant, but not to worry &amp;mdash; Landmine had a plan. Remote-guiding his outer shell into the meeting, Landmine and Cloudburst met with the hungry [[Mecannibal]]s. The disguised Autobots arranged to pay for 500 million microchips. However, they also learned that the Mecannibals were about to eat Sky Lynx. Landmine's inner robot burst in at that moment, assaulting the Mecannibals and freeing Sky Lynx. He then set off a flash of light to hide the moment when his [[robot mode]] entered his shell to hide.<br /> <br /> Having successfully acquired their goods and freed a fellow Autobot in the process, Landmine and Cloudburst were sitting pretty. The only remaining glitch was how the hiding Sky Lynx would be able to return to Grand Central to retrieve his friend Berko without being caught. Fortunately, Landmine once more had a plan. A much less successful plan. He grabbed Berko by the collar and tossed him into an alleyway so that he and Cloudburst could reveal themselves as Autobots in privacy. It wasn't total privacy, though — the Mecannibals' brokers saw this revelation, and rushed off to inform J'oh of this fact. When the Autobots headed to the Black Hole Bar and Grill to settle Berko's tab, they were grabbed by the bar's patrons and delivered to the Nebulans, who in turn brought them to the Mecannibals. {{storylink|Guess Who the Mecannibals Are Having for Dinner?}}<br /> <br /> [[File:RecipeForDisaster-LandmineSharkticons.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sharkticons. Why'd it have to be Sharkticons?]]<br /> Things weren't looking too well for the Pretenders until Cloudburst hit upon the idea to negotiate their release from the Mecannibals, in exchange of sharing a recipe. As they were, he convinced Master Mouth, the Autobots would only make for a mediocre snack, but with the right spices they could make for a gourmet meal! The unusual stratagem worked, though only partially. Master Mouth allowed the Autobots to go to the planet [[Femax]] to hunt down some crystals needed for the recipe, however, upon their return, Landmine would still get eaten. If the recipe proved as succulent as Cloudburst made it sound, the latter would get to walk away. In any case, the Mecannibals would hold onto Berko as collateral. Landmine wasn't too keen on these terms, but Cloudburst insisted he trust him, as they would figure out how to get him off the menu later.<br /> <br /> Making their way to Femax, the Autobots found their entrance to the mountain kingdom being blocked by a solid steel door. Landmine easily bypassed the door by tunneling through the mountain itself using the astro-blasting power of his [[alternate mode|vehicle mode]]. Upon their intrusion however, the pair discovered that the barrier had been put in place to keep men out. Disguised as they were by their Pretender shells, Landmine and Cloudburst passed for Femaxian males, prompting the local warrior-women to attack them. Though Landmine's inherent hostility nearly escalated their situation, Cloudburst was able to convince the Femaxians' leader, the [[First One]], of their good intentions. But the Femaxians valued physical skill above all else, and Cloudburst was selected to prove himself in a series of challenges, so that the initial misunderstanding could be forgiven. Cloudburst easily passed all tasks sent his way, impressing the First One thoroughly. While she and Cloudburst err... discussed matters more intimately in her bed chamber, Landmine enjoyed regaling several other women with some war stories. His story time was interrupted when the First One erupted back out into the hall, brandishing the decapitated head of Cloudburst's inner robot. Under the impression that she had been deliberately misled by the Autobots, she sicced her warriors on Landmine to slaughter him as well. Though his first impulse was to take up arms, Landmine reminded himself that Cloudburst's methods had worked out better for them so far. By maintaining a cool head, the First One was talked back to her senses, and agreed to repair Cloudburst.<br /> <br /> The Autobots finally got a hold of the crystals they needed and left the First One's domain. Before they could leave the planet, they were accosted by [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]] and [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]], only for these two to be immediately knocked out by Sky Lynx. Realizing that the Decepticons' binary bonded partners were Master Mouth's robot-spotters, the group returned to the [[Mecannibals' ship]]. There, they modified the deal they had made earlier: by holding Hi-Test and Throttle hostage, they assured both their own and Berko's safe release. In the end, however, their consciences got the best of them and they did not leave with the microchips they had initially purchased. Instead, the Pretenders insisted the Mecannibals rebuild the robots they had &quot;recycled&quot; into the microchips and raw materials they were selling. Their Autobot comrades simply wouldn't have wanted to be revived at the cost of others. However, as bonus information, Landmine and Cloudburst told Master Mouth of the Nebulans' partially-robotic nature, landing the Decepticons in a heap of trouble with their now former employers. {{storylink|Recipe for Disaster!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Chaingang-giantmen.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.5]]<br /> ''At some point, the Decepticon Pretenders [[Iguanus (G1)|Iguanus]], [[Bomb-Burst (G1)|Bomb-Burst]] and [[Skullgrin]] captured the [[Keeler Oil Terminal]] in the [[Gulf of Mexico]]. Cloudburst, Landmine and [[Splashdown]] were sent to stop them, though a stray shot sent a human jet hurtling out of control towards the oil rig. Cloudburst convinced Bomb-Burst to help save the jet (as it would also save the rig and coincidentally their lives) and once they had manoeuvred it to safety, he took the Decepticon into custody.'' {{storylink|The Chain Gang!}}<br /> <br /> When the [[Air Strike Patrol]] terrorized [[MacDill Air Force Base]], [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]] took the full Autobot force down to confront them. Landmine was seen disembarking their [[All-Terrain Turbo-Transport]] {{storylink|Back from the Dead}} and standing behind Prime beside Cloudburst. When Scorponok's Decepticons arrived, accelerating the confrontation into an all-out battle, Landmine focused his efforts on [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]]. {{storylink|The Resurrection Gambit!}} Prime ordered the Autobots back onto the ATTT to prevent further escalation, but [[Hot Rod (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Hot Rod]] disobeyed orders and returned to Prime's side as the ATTT left the ground, much to Landmine's frustration. {{storylink|All the Familiar Faces!}} <br /> <br /> [[File:Landminedies.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Darkness imprisoning me! All that I see! Absolute horror!]]<br /> ''When the Autobots received a distress call from Earth's surface, [[Nightbeat (G1)|Nightbeat]] assembled a combat team that included [[Hosehead (G1)|Hosehead]], [[Siren (G1)|Siren]], Landmine, [[Getaway]], and himself. Under Optimus Prime's command, they rushed to Earth to help their fallen comrades, but there they found the [[Deathbringer (Marvel)|Deathbringer]], who had come to cleanse the planet of life. Landmine and the others fought valiantly, but were getting slaughtered. Nightbeat used its own programming against it, and the Deathbringer destroyed itself, removing Landmine and the others from further danger.'' {{storylink|Deathbringer (issue)|Deathbringer}}<br /> <br /> Sometime later, Landmine was the first Autobot to be deactivated battling [[Thunderwing (G1)|Thunderwing]] and his newly-found power while possessing the [[Matrix of Leadership|Matrix]]. For a Transformer, that's like being literally struck down by the Hand of God, so it probably hurt A LOT. {{storylink|All Fall Down}}<br /> <br /> ====''Transformers Comic-Magazin''====<br /> Landmine is in Transformers Comic-Magazin issues 9,11,13,and 15.<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 9|The Transformers' Grand Hour: Headmaster of the Dimensions}} {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 11|Transformers in Action: He Who Laughs Last ...}} {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 13|The Energon Trap}} {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 15|The Cosmic Adventure: Memories of Bumblebee}}}}<br /> <br /> ====''Regeneration One''====<br /> {{noterg1}}<br /> More than twenty-one years after the end of the war between the Autobots and the Decepticons, Landmine fell victim to [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]]'s [[Gene Key]] and tried to throw [[Grapple (G1)|Grapple]] off a balcony. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part Three}} He went on to join the party hunting down the rogue [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] [[Sludge (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Sludge]], [[Snarl (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Snarl]] and [[Swoop (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Swoop]]. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part Four}} Landmine was present at the [[Sonic Canyons]] when the effects of the Gene Key were globally reversed. {{storylink|Natural Selection, Part Five}}<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br /> Landmine was the leader of the Autobot Pretenders. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|Landmine's ''More Than Meets The Eye'' profile}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW Generation 1 continuity===<br /> Landmine, [[Cloudburst]], [[Groundbreaker]], and [[Waverider]] were sent to investigate the [[Benzuli Expanse]], but discovered that any probes or drones entering the area immediately ceased to function. After reporting this to [[Jetfire (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Jetfire]], he volunteered them for the Pretender process as a means of safely entering the expanse. {{storylink|Spotlight: Hardhead}}<br /> <br /> [[File:IDWAutobotPretenders.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|X never marks the spot.]]<br /> [[Cyclonus (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Cyclonus]] was later patrolling the Benzuli Expanse with [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Galvatron]] to look for those who would disturb the [[Expansion]]. Upon spotting Cloudburst's ship, Cyclonus called &quot;dibs&quot; and Galvatron happily let Cyclonus attack the vessel. {{storylink|Spotlight: Doubledealer}} Fortunately Landmine and the rest of the crew were rescued by the [[Technobot (G1)|Technobots]] who transported them to their ship and presented them with new and improved Pretender shells. Now equipped to deal with the [[Dead Universe]] and its denizens, the four warriors finished off Cyclonus and entered the Benzuli Expanse, where they put the [[Nega-Core]]s once they were sent so that they would detonate inside the Dead Universe and destroy it. {{storylink|Spotlight: Sideswipe}} {{storylink|All Hail Megatron issue 15|Everything in Its Right Place}}<br /> <br /> [[File:ReluctantSpecialist-Landmine.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|Hey, I needed an upgrade and this body was cheaper on eBay!]]<br /> Following the end of the war, Landmine became a crew member on the ''[[Lost Light]]''. He helped secure a discarded thumb from Metroplex after it impacted the ship. Later, Landmine along with nearly everyone on board of the ''Lost Light'' were frozen in place due to one of [[Brainstorm (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Brainstorm]]'s experimental weapons accidentally going off. After he recovered, he was awarded a [[Rodimus Star]] &quot;for exceptional endurance in the face of adversity.&quot; {{storylink|The Reluctant Specialist}} He was hanging around in Shuttle Bay 3 when [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Ultra Magnus]] returned from a reconnaissance mission. {{storylink|Shadowplay, Part 2: Patternism|Patternism}}<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|No Guns, No Swords, No Briefcases}}}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Power of the Primes'' marketing material===<br /> [[File:PowerOfThePrimes-LandmineAlphaTrion-CardArt.jpg|thumb|upright=1.3|]]<br /> Landmine was was a [[Prime Master]] who housed the spark energy of [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]], able to grant infinite knowledge abilities to other Transformers. {{storylink|#Generations|''Power of the Primes'' Landmine / Alpha Trion online bio}}<br /> {{note|For a list of powers manifested by Landmine, see [[Prime Master/Combinations|this chart]].}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> After a string of defeats, the Autobots conceived of the [[Pretender]]s to regain the advantage against the Decepticons. Upon Landmine, Waverider and Cloudburst's activation within an Autobot research facility, the trio came under attack from [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]] and [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]]. The Autobot Pretenders quickly retaliated, sending the intruders fleeing after splitting from their shells. The Decepticons were quick to develop their own Pretender warriors however, and Landmine, Cloudburst and Waverider's meddle was once more tested, this time against opponents who also possessed Pretender shells. Landmine squared off against [[Skullgrin]] in the ensuing fight. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Pretenders|Pretenders commercial}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> [[File:G1Landmine toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Obesity, anorexia, and awkwardness all rolled into one.]]<br /> *'''Landmine''' (Pretender, [[1988]])<br /> **''Accessories'': 2-piece Pretender shell, helmet, belt, &quot;Laser Saber&quot;, &quot;[[astro blaster]]&quot;<br /> <br /> :Landmine's outer Pretender shell resembles a human in a yellow and gray armoured space suit, armed with a gray sword and a gray blaster rifle. The shell's helmet and front-half of the belt are also removable, used to help &quot;lock&quot; the shell-halves together. This shell has very limited articulation, located in his shoulders.<br /> <br /> :Landmine's inner robot has good articulation for the period he was released in, owing to his relatively simple transformation and design. The robot transforms into a predominantly gray Cybertronic all terrain vehicle. The gray rifle can be stored on the top of this mode.<br /> <br /> :This mold — in exactly the same colors — was used for the ''[[Transformers: Super-God Masterforce (toyline)|Super-God Masterforce]]'' Pretender [[Lander]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/1988/Autobot/Landmine/landmine.htm More information on Landmine at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ===''Energon''===<br /> [[File:Energon Landmine toy.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|These hands are made fer hurtin'.]]<br /> *'''Landmine''' (Ultra, [[2004]])<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''SC-15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Trailer/battle station/backpack &amp; gauntlets, missile<br /> {{note|''Energon'' Landmine was [[repurposing|repurposed]] as Generation 1 Landmine in &quot;[[The Reluctant Specialist|Spotlight: Trailcutter]]&quot;.}}<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' [[Landmine (Energon)|Landmine]] transforms into an orange, blue, and grey Cybertronic half-track battlefield recovery vehicle. The front of the vehicle features a large plow while the rear has a rotating crane with a [[Retractable string gimmick|working winch]], accompanied by a spring-loaded [[missile]] launcher. The front half of the vehicle can separate from the tracked portion as a smaller truck cab, and can transform into the standard robot. The tracked portion can then be reconfigured into a mini battle station that Landmine's [[robot mode]] can man. It can also be transformed into a small tank-like vehicle. Most of the crane is detachable, possibly [[for safety reasons]], as it doesn't appear to attach anywhere else.<br /> <br /> :In robot mode, Landmine has no weapons, but his standard [[5mm post|5mm fist]]s can hold any [[Energon weapon]]s or other weapons sporting a compatible peg system. In the dead center of his chest is his [[spark crystal]], over which an [[energon star]] can be attached. As a red Powerlinx Autobot, Landmine cannot combine with any other Autobot except for the rear &quot;trailer&quot; half of his vehicle, forming his [[Super Mode|brute mode]]. The tracks, with their flip-out digger claws, mount on his arms while the remaining portion forms a weapons backpack. Connecting the backpack to Landmine will depress a button which activates the classic Generation 1 transformation [[Soundbox|sound effect]].<br /> <br /> :The Japanese ''Superlink'' release removed the electronics from his brute mode backpack, and uses a different shade of blue plastic.<br /> <br /> :The mold was later [[redeco]]ed into &quot;[[The Powerlinx Battles]]&quot; [[Landquake (Energon)#Energon|Landquake]] and ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Landshark (G1)|Landshark]]. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Autobot/Landmine/landmine.htm More information on Landmine at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:TF-POTP-Prime-Master-Alpha-Trion-with-Landmine.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Sadly, he is not shaped like [[G.B. Blackrock|G.B]][[Sovereign| Blackrock]] ]]<br /> *'''Alpha Trion''' (Prime Master, [[2018]])<br /> :*''Accessories:'' Landmine Decoy Armor, cannon<br /> :''[[Power of the Primes (toyline)|Power of the Primes]]'' [[Alpha Trion (G1)#Power of the Primes|Alpha Trion]] is a [[retool]] of [[Vector Prime#Generations|Vector Prime]] that transforms from a small robot modeled after Landmine's inner robot mode into a [[Prime Master]] that can store inside [[Decoy Armor]] modeled after Landmine's [[Pretender]] shell, or plug into any Prime Master shell's weapon form, or replace a ''Power of the Primes'' Leader's Matrix core. They could also ride Legends Class figures, and can attach to Deluxe Class figures' chest armor, Voyager Class figures' bucklers, or Voyager Class figures' combined mode. Similar to all of the Decoy Armor, the weapon piece for weapon mode can detach and be held by the Decoy Armor.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:ArmadaCameos-RedRoom.jpg|thumb|Secretarymine]]<br /> *Landmine/Lander's animation model shows up in the ''[[Transformers: Armada (franchise)|Armada]]'' episode &quot;[[First Encounter]]&quot; as a &quot;[[generic]]&quot;, unnamed Cybertronian. He is seen carrying a &quot;clipboard&quot; of some kind and reacting to the [[Mini-Con]] beacon. He's also the only one in that shot seen clearly, the other three ([[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]], [[Wideload (G1)|Wideload]], and [[Sixknight]]) all being seen only from the back and largely obscured.<br /> *Landmine (or maybe Lander, we dunno) is on display at {{w|Disney's Pop Century Resort|the Pop Century resort at Walt Disney World}} sans weapon and pretender shell.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''French:'' '''Sapeur''' (Canada)<br /> *''Italian:'' '''Febos'''<br /> <br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Lost Light crew]]<br /> [[Category:Power of the Primes]]<br /> [[Category:Pretenders]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Masters]]<br /> [[Category:Regeneration One Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br /> [[Category:Upcoming toy releases]]</div>

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<p>Technospike: /* Transformers Legends */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|decepticon|decepticong2|autobot|eliteguard}}<br /> {{picsneeded|Fiction, early model}}<br /> {{disambig3|Brawl}}<br /> :''Brawl is a [[Decepticon]] [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:MTMTEBrawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;I wouldn't need the pistol, but I don't wanna have to bend over to aim...&quot;]]<br /> If '''Brawl'''&lt;nowiki&gt;'&lt;/nowiki&gt;s on the battlefield and you can't hear him coming, it's time to check your audio receptors, because chances are you've gone deaf. Brawl's main distinguishing characteristic is '''VOLUME'''. No matter if he's talking (yelling), moving (clanking and rattling), or fighting (yelling, clanking, rattling, and blasting) you're sure to hear him doing it, as is anyone else in the county. As if that wasn't enough, he is also a ball of barely contained rage and violence with a hair-trigger temper. This makes even his comrades wary, but it does make him a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield... as long as the mission doesn't require stealth. Or zero casualties. <br /> <br /> Brawl combines with his fellow Combaticons to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]].<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br /> ====''The Transformers'' cartoon====<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Tony St. James]] (English), [[Toshio Ishii]] (Japanese)|[[Fritz von Hardenberg]] (German, &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;), [[Willy Schäfer]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; and &quot;The Revenge of Bruticus&quot;), [[Ulf Jürgen Söhmisch]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;)}}<br /> <br /> [[File:StarscreamsBrigade Starscream Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;It's YOUR fault I'm not more toy-accurate!&quot;]]<br /> Brawl was one of the five [[renegade Decepticon]]s liberated by [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] in the Air Commander's latest attempt to unseat [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]]. As an element of their imprisonment, they had been reduced to mere [[personality component]]s, so Starscream installed them into abandoned [[World War II]] military vehicles. The transplant caused the vehicles to immediately reconfigure themselves: Brawl in particular went from being an [[wikipedia:M4 Sherman|M4 Sherman]] tank&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; shooting script&lt;/ref&gt; to being a... more differenter tank, before turning into a robot. Starscream called them &quot;Combaticons&quot; and announced their names as they transformed, but they didn't recognize him. Nor did they feel particularly indebted to him for their release; Brawl even threatened to pound him into scrap for no apparent reason. In the end, Starscream only guaranteed their loyalty though having given them bodies bereft of [[energy absorber]]s, so they would be dependent upon him to refuel. While their first missions for Starscream were initially successful, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]]' intervention meant the brigade's defeat, and Megatron exiled all six to a remote asteroid. {{storylink|Starscream's Brigade}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons managed to tow the asteroid to Cybertron and evict [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]. Brawl would have preferred just to shoot the hell out of the Decepticons and [[Earth]], but [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] managed to rig the [[space bridge]] to drag Earth into the sun. However, the Combaticons were later attacked by mysterious aggressors. Although the Combaticons were confused by their appearance, Brawl figured that they should just annihilate them. As it turned out, the aggressors were holograms created by Starscream and Shockwave, whom the Combaticons captured. Once Megatron, as well as the [[Autobot]]s, arrived, the Combaticons merged into Bruticus, but [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] deactivated him. The Combaticons were then reprogrammed to serve Megatron. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> [[File:BOT RepairingBrawl.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Only a fierce backrub could cure Brawl's rage. Megatron happily loaned out Soundwave for a few hours just to get some peace and quiet.]]<br /> When Onslaught ordered the Combaticons to transform in a street, [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] knocked into Brawl, who in turn made his displeasure very vocal. They then transformed into Bruticus, who was immediately shot to pieces by [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. Swindle was the sole survivor, and he sold his partners' deactivated forms to various humans such as [[El Presidente]]. Under threat of death by Megatron, Swindle stole back the parts of his unit. However, he was unable to find Brawl's personality component, leaving Brawl a silent shell requiring to be guided over to the rest of the group when ordered to form Bruticus. It turned out that the Combaticons couldn't merge at all without that particular piece of technology, much to Megatron's dismay. Swindle was sent out to retrieve the personality component, which had been used by [[Martin and Roland|some]] [[Elise Presser|kids]] to build [[B.O.T. (G1)|a robot]] for a school project. Of course, this made the robot extremely violent, and it destroyed the school lab and fought some Autobots before Swindle found it and recovered the component. This whole ordeal does pose a question: why does Bruticus depend on the personality component of a loud, homicidal maniac to form? {{storylink|B.O.T. (episode)|B.O.T.}}<br /> <br /> [[File:FightorFlee RazorclawBrawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|This makes perfect sense in context. Really.]]<br /> During the Decepticon attack on [[Paradron]], Brawl teamed up with [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]] to capture [[Sandstorm (G1)|Sandstorm]], and together they managed to make him fall off a bridge. Later, he manned a [[molecular cannon]] alongside [[Headstrong (G1)|Headstrong]], but the cannon was destroyed in an Autobot attack. At the same time, Brawl was ''also'' part of Bruticus, who was accompanying [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Fight or Flee (episode)|Fight or Flee}} Some time later, the Combaticons were sent by Galvatron to assassinate the Decepticon exile [[Octane]]. Because bringing Brawl along when you need to sneak up on someone is a good idea. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons later performed a hit-and-run attack on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] in order to mess up an upcoming peace conference. Brawl got a good shot at [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] in the ensuing battle, but [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] jumped in and took the blast. {{storylink|Surprise Party}} When the [[Hate Plague]] was brought to Earth, the Combaticons were infected by the disease when Bruticus was (rather ineffectively) punched by an infected Ultra Magnus. Bruticus apparently split apart later on, as Brawl was seen rampaging through a human marketplace, crushing various stands beneath his tracks. Soon afterwards he infected Headstrong. {{storylink|The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1}}<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Aerial Assault}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 3}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5}} {{storylink|The Ultimate Weapon}} {{storylink|The Burden Hardest to Bear}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}}}<br /> <br /> ====Japanese cartoon continuity====<br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' manga=====<br /> [[File:Manga8 Brawlshootsadog.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Oh my god, you've killed a puppy. YOU RUST-CASE!!]]<br /> When Menasor's baseball stadium/command base was attacked by Superion and Defensor, Bruticus came to his aid. He quickly took out Defensor, damaging [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] and preventing the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] from combining again. However, Superion blasted Brawl and Swindle away with his [[electrostatic discharger rifle]], allowing [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] to steal their places as Bruticus's legs and fly away with him. Brawl followed them, meagerly yelling for his enemies to wait up. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 5|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #5}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons were later sent to hunt down an escaped [[Murdered puppy|puppy]] that Megatron had experimented on. Brawl was pretty happy when he got a few shots in on the fleeing animal, but was reprimanded by [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] as they were supposed to capture it alive. [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] soon showed up to save the dog, and using its [[Decepticon super science|experimental energy]], he and the [[Mini Vehicle]]s defeated the Combaticons. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 8|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #8}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' story pages=====<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers'' manga=====<br /> In the year [[2010]], Brawl participated in a Decepticon attack on the planet Feminia. He and his team merged into Bruticus in order to battle alongside Menasor and Devastator against their Autobot counterparts Superion, Defensor and Omega Supreme. The fight was fairly evenly matched until Galvatron called up his ace-in-the-hole, [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], whose power was unmatched by any of the Autobots... except for the [[Omnibot (G1)|Omnibots]], who essentially tied Predaking's shoelaces together until he fell over, straight into Bruticus and his chums, sending them all toppling to the ground and knocking them to bits. {{storylink|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers issue 5|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers #5}}<br /> {{note|Brawl only appears as a component of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> =====Scramble City: Mobilization=====<br /> When the Stunticons were dispatched to hinder the Autobots from constructing [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]], they were attacked by the Aerialbots and did not fare too well. Brawl and the Combaticons arrived to help, and together Bruticus and Menasor easily overpowered Superion. However, Scramble City itself soon drove up and blasted both combiners into the distance. {{storylink|Scramble City: Mobilization}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Great Transformer War'' manga=====<br /> Galvatron kidnapped Doctor [[Dalton]] of [[Eran]] to upgrade the might of his combiner warriors. When the Autobot combiners arrived to save Dalton, Brawl and his teammates were deployed at high speeds from Onslaught's launcher mode. They met Superion in mid-air, and the force of their deployment enabled the combiner teams to tear him apart. The Combaticons then merged into Bruticus to move in for the kill. They were ultimately outwitted by the Autobots, however, who rescued Dalton and safely returned to Metroplex. {{storylink|The Great Transformer War issue 1|The Great Transformer War #1}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Headmasters'' cartoon=====<br /> Brawl and the Combaticons participated in an all-out Decepticon attack on Cybertron, {{storylink|Four Warriors Come out of the Sky}} until [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] arrived and drove them away. {{storylink|The Mystery of Planet Master}} Shortly afterwards, [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] set out to find the [[Matrix of Leadership]] and bring it to Optimus Prime, and the Combaticons were among the troops sent out to stop him. They were ambushed by the Protectobots, and defeated when Defensor buried Bruticus in a rockfall. {{storylink|Birth of the Fantastic Double Prime}} Not long after that, the Combaticons defended [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] against [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Twincast]]'s attempted infiltration, but failed when the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] arrived and distracted them. {{storylink|The Great Cassette Operation}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SOSfromSandra Terrorcon Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;NO MERCY! RIP 'EM APART! I'LL MURDERIZE 'EM! I'LL —&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;Your squad's over there, Brawl.&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;RIGHT! I KNEW THAT!&quot;]]<br /> The Combaticons were later part of ''another'' attack on Cybertron, during which they killed plenty of [[Generic|soldiers]] before getting into another fight with Defensor. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 1}} They lost. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 2}} When the Decepticons planted a giant carnivorous plant in [[San Francisco]], the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] and [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] were stationed to attack any Autobots who arrived to kill it. {{storylink|Head On!! Fortress Maximus}} When the Autobots were preparing [[energon cube]]s to aid the planet [[Sandra (planet)|Sandra]], Brawl attacked them alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]], taking [[Blot (G1)|Blot]]'s place for [[Animation error|reasons unknown]]. {{storylink|SOS from Planet Sandra}} [[Sixshot]] later sent all the Combaticons, Terrorcons and [[Horrorcon]]s to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]], in order to lure Autobot troops away from [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]]. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} The Combaticons also later unleashed Bruticus as Sixshot continued his reign of terror over the Autobots on Earth. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}} <br /> <br /> Brawl was present when [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] held a speech about Galvatron's recent death and took control of the Decepticons. {{storylink|I Risk My Life for Earth}} Bruticus was later part of a small group of Decepticons who tried to lead Fortress Maximus away from the Decepticon base on [[Master (planet)|Master]]. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} The combiner then stood by and laughed as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] sank the luxury liner ''[[Queen World]]'' in the Atlantic Ocean, before being ordered to defend a [[Death Tower]] in [[Australia]]. Bruticus easily took care of Defensor when the Autobot tried to destroy the tower, but was ordered to retreat when the machine activated. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 1)}} As Bruticus, the Combaticons participated in the final battle with the Autobots at the North Pole, and retreated into space when Scorponok's energy-absorbing satellite started tearing the Earth apart. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> =====''Super-God Masterforce'' manga=====<br /> Brawl formed the right leg of [[Scramble 7]], a Decepticon combiner using various combiner team members in a supposedly &quot;ideal&quot; configuration. Scramble 7 attacked the Autobot base on [[Athenia]], but was defeated by [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]], [[Lightfoot (Masterforce)|Lightfoot]] and [[Ranger]] thanks to their use of [[Chōkon Power]]. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The United Earth-Space Troops}}<br /> <br /> =====''Unite Warriors''=====<br /> When the Combaticons were hosting an illegal arms trading market, Brawl was annoyed to find his gun and combiner extremity among Swindle's wares. {{storylink|Unite Warriors Offshot#Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!|Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!}}<br /> <br /> =====''Zone'' cartoon, manga, and story pages=====<br /> Seeking to create a [[Decepticon Zone]] to counter the [[Micro|Autobot Zone]], [[Emperor of Destruction|Decepticon Emperor]] [[Violen Jiger]] gathered together the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]], upgrading them with powerful new armor and weaponry, then sent them forth to conquer planets. Brawl was of those summoned, but only as part of Bruticus. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (story page)|Zone Part 1}} {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (manga)|Zone}} {{storylink|Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!}}<br /> <br /> ====''Wings Universe''====<br /> {{Wingsnote}}<br /> [[File:EliteGuardCombaticons TheComingStorm2.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was part of an Autobot [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] special ops unit created by [[Magnum]] to take out the various [[Decepticon Warlord|leaders]] of the new Decepticon faction, in the hopes of ending the war quickly. He was assigned to the &quot;Combaticons&quot; as their Ground Assault specialist. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 2}}<br /> <br /> Before they could get started on their primary mission, however, the [[Autobot High Council]] had a more...diplomatic mission for the Elite Guard. Teamed with their fellow squad, [[Metalhawk (Masterforce)|Metalhawk]]'s Strike Team, Brawl and the Combaticons were to make contact with an archeological team heralded by [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]] as responsible for one of the greatest finds of recent history. Brawl had little interest in the old bot's preaching, and he spent the mission briefing drawing little cartoon bombs and explosions on the sheet in front of him. When the Councilbot started talking about demolition work, though, Brawl suddenly became more interested in the job.<br /> <br /> Out at [[Median]], they found the mission was even more complicated than Alpha Trion let on. Dig coordinator [[Flip Sides (G1)|Flipsides]] explained how they had uncovered a massively powerful artifact known as the [[Heart of the Dragon]], and the Decepticons had already become aware of it. Brawl and the Elite Guard began fortifying the town to [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]]'s specifications to resist attack. Although he preferred DEstruction over CONstruction, Brawl still got to make a lot of noise setting up the barricades, so he enjoyed the work immensely. When [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] of the Strike Team commented how he sometimes missed his truck mode after seeing Brawl in action, the gruff Combaticon laid out his credo for life: ''Reformatting's for wimps.'' Oh, and ''&quot;Aim for the mouth, so's you don't have to talk to them.&quot;'' One bot, many credos. <br /> <br /> When the attack came, Brawl operated on the second line of defense with Onslaught, [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]] and the Strike Team's weaponry expert, [[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]]. Once the Decepticon [[Stormtrooper (G1)|Stormtrooper]]s made it through the first line, however, it became a game of cybercat and ironmouse, as the 'Cons split up and used sensor ghosts to send the Elite Guard chasing their tails. By the time Brawl even got a clean shot at one of 'em, the Decepticons had already secured their objective and were speeding back to base. <br /> <br /> The Elite Guard pursued them and managed to infiltrate the Stormtroopers' transforming mobile fortress, the [[Metrotitan (Zone)|Metrotitan]]. They were forced to confront [[Brimstone (G1 Decepticon)|Brimstone]], a tiny but powerful Transformer brought to life by the Heart of the Dragon. His fiery breath decoupled molecules, sending even Brawl scurrying for cover. Despite said scurrying, Brawl was uncomfortable with leaving Brimstone to burn himself out like the turncoat Stormtrooper [[Drench (G1)|Drench]] suggested. One can only hope the massive explosion that consumed Brimstone and leveled the Metrotitan was enough to satisfy Brawl's battlelust. {{storylink|Flames of Yesterday}}<br /> <br /> Over the following weeks, the Combaticons and Strike Team continued working together on co-assigned missions against the Decepticon hierarchy. Although they bonded on a personal level, the Combaticons were aware Metalhawk's team was a bit more...squeamish about the duties of war than they were. When they captured a [[Dropkick (G1)|Cubeformer]] Decepticon, for instance, Brawl tortured the unwilling informant away from the Strike Team to get the information they needed, and Onslaught concocted a story about a suicide implant to explain the Con's demise. After successfully assassinating Decepticon field leader [[Shadowcaster]], the Combaticons remained in the field to search for more information. They got more than they bargained for and were captured by [[Deathsaurus (Victory)|Deathsaurus]]'s forces. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 3}}<br /> <br /> Brawl and the Combaticons were isolated behind Oan energy bars, although Brawl was stubborn enough to constantly try and force his way past the unbreakable bars, until his exo-structure was smoldering with the feedback. They were brought before Deathsaurus, who slyly began to manipulate the Special Ops Team into becoming true &quot;Combaticons&quot; under the Decepticon banner. A personal touch was added to sway every Combaticon, but for Brawl he needed to do little more than suggest he ''needed'' help from the Elite Guard in order to fight. That was all it took to make Brawl determined to destroy the Elite Guard just to prove Deathsaurus wrong. Brawl...not very bright. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 4}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons led an assault on Elite Guard headquarters with Deathsaurus's forces and unveiled the modifications their new commander had fitted them with: combination technology to form the big, bad, battlin' [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]! {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 5}} Bruticus managed to slaughter pretty much all of the Guard before [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] blinded the giant, forcing them to separate. They headed back to Deathsaurus's base for repairs. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 6}}<br /> <br /> Repairs proceeded, but the Combaticons were startled to learn that Deathsaurus could force them to combine into Bruticus at will. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 1}} {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 2}} They still turned out to help defend the base against the remnants of the Elite Guard. Brawl started bashing [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] around, and finally the moment he'd been waiting impatiently for came — the Combaticons began to merge... and were promptly blasted. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 3}} When it turned out they'd been blasted by more survivors of the Elite Guard massacre, Brawl announced they'd have to have another go at killing them all, but sadly Blast Off was indisposed, so they couldn't form Bruticus. During the end of the battle retreat, Brawl pointed out that Blast Off was still missing, and it delayed the team long enough for the Elite Guard to capture them. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> In the hands of the compromised [[Gyronian Sentry|Gyronian Sentry Team]], the Combaticons were whisked away to Deathsaurus's fortress, now under Megatron's control. Though Megatron gave them the option, none of them cared to help Deathsaurus, and they were imprisoned and their personality components subsequently interred in the Decepticon Detention Center. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br /> {{noteukonly}}<br /> [[File:Buster combaticons second generation.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> ''[[Buster Witwicky (G1)|Buster Witwicky]], who had held the power of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Creation Matrix]] inside his mind, once experienced nightmares of strange new Transformers, [[Special Teams]] with the ability to merge into a giants. Brawl and his Combaticon teammates appeared in one of Buster's earlier dreams, before he sought help from the Autobots. In order to process the information his subconscious was feeding him, Buster linked his mind with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]], so that the next dream came through far clearer than the previous ones. Together, they saw into the near future, where Brawl and the Combaticons encountered the Autobots at the [[Pullen Power Plant]]. Here, the Combaticons joined forces with the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] against their Autobot counterparts, the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]]. The Combaticons fought together as Bruticus, but were defeated by the teamwork shown by Autobot gestalts [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. After Prime and Buster awoke, the Autobots immediately went to work designing these new warriors. Thanks to [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]]'s hacking skills, however, [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Shockwave]] also saw the visions and began working on their own Special Teams.'' {{storylink|The Special Teams Have Arrived}} {{storylink|Second Generation!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Swindle brawl afterdeath.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1]]<br /> On his first mission on Earth, Brawl was sent with the Combaticons and [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] to steal a [[hydrothermocline]] device from [[Energy Futures Industries]]. When they arrived, they were met by Optimus Prime and the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], laying in wait for them. Brawl combined with his team to form Bruticus, but before the giant got a chance to brawl with [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]], [[Ethan Zachary|a human]] suggested that they'd play a [[Multi-World|video game]] over the plant instead. Optimus Prime and Megatron both agreed, and Brawl was sent into the video game along with the other Combaticons, Protectobots, and faction leaders. Brawl teamed up with [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] to destroy [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] and [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] in the &quot;Vineland&quot; area of the game. However, they were tripped up by a bunch of vine creatures, [[Decrystallizer cannon|crystallized]], and blown to smithereens. Game over. {{storylink|Afterdeath!}} ''These events were observed by the [[time travel]]ling [[Dicet Alpha-zero]].'' {{storylink|The Quest!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:GonebutNotForgotten Brawlheadcrush.JPG|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;MEGATRON... PLEASE, NO!! I... CAN'T BREA... WAIT!! I... HAVE A... MOU...&quot; *krunnk*]]<br /> Unluckily for him, Brawl learned nothing about caution from this experience. A few days later, he mouthed off at Megatron, telling him to get over the fact that Optimus Prime had died by someone else's hands. Megatron proceeded to pop Brawl's head like a ripe melon and throw his deactivated body into a wall. {{storylink|Gone but Not Forgotten!}}<br /> <br /> ''He got better. On a later mission, Soundwave and the Combaticons were commissioned with destroying the inactive super-Decepticon known as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], who had been trapped inside the lava flow of an active volcano, preserving him like a fly in amber. Shockwave, who had been commanding the Combaticons ever since Megatron was believed dead in a [[space bridge]] accident, nevertheless saw Galvatron as a potential threat to his command, and wanted him eliminated permanently. Vortex and the others were to set up explosive charges around the mouth, burying the future warrior forever. Their plans were waylaid by a group of human females, who used up most of the explosives against the Combaticons. The Decepticons were then forced to retreat once [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and the [[Throttlebot]]s arrived to back-up the humans, but they swore vengeance for the interference.'' {{storylink|Ladies' Night (issue)|Ladies' Night}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl first aid used autobots.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2]]<br /> After chasing the Throttlebots around, the Combaticons eventually attacked them in a car lot, and Brawl got into another fight with the Protectobots as they arrived on the scene. Blaster stopped him from shooting [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] in the back, and the Combaticons were eventually forced to retreat. {{storylink|Used Autobots}} Shortly afterwards, the group decided to ambush the Protectobots on their way to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. They failed to take the Autobots completely by surprise as Hot Spot recognized Brawl's tank tracks on the ground, and the ensuing battle quickly led to the groups combining. Bruticus claimed victory over Defensor with his brute strength, but was soon tricked and broken into his component parts by Blaster. {{storylink|Child's Play (issue)|Child's Play}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl prime bomb.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7]]<br /> Brawl was amongst the large number of Decepticons who ambushed the Autobots on the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]], only to be beaten back by Blaster and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Totaled!}}<br /> <br /> ''Eventually, the Combaticons fell under the command of [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]]. On his orders, Brawl's team staged a raid on the [[Rutter U.S. Military Base]]. There, they secured two armed warheads and components from an advanced guidance computer. The Protectobots intervened part-way through the theft, but once Blast Off cleared the area with the loot, the rest of the team used hit-and-run tactics to fend their rivals off, eventually managing their own getaway.''<br /> <br /> ''Afterwards, the remaining Combaticons went to check on [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]] and [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]]'s progress at [[Alternate Reality, Inc.]], where Scorponok had likewise tasked them to steal a [[floppy disk]] containing a back-up copy of Optimus Prime's mind. They found [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] about to shoot the jets out of the sky, and blasted the Combiner in the back, crippling him before he could pull the trigger. With the mission a success, Brawl's group then made themselves scarce.'' {{storylink|Prime Bomb!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====''Transformers Comic-Magazin''====<br /> When the Decepticons engaged in many attempts at obtaining Earth's energy resources around the globe, Brawl and the Combaticons joined forces as Bruticus to battle Superion. {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 11|Transformers in Action: He Who Laughs Last ...}}<br /> <br /> ====Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic====<br /> [[File:Totalwar-combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticons preparing to charge into battle against the [[Cybertronian (faction)|Cybertronian Empire]]. The skirmish ended with the Decepticons soundly defeated. {{storylink|New Dawn}} He was later seen with his fellow Combaticons attempting to defend the [[Warworld]] against boarders. The enemy managed to overrun the vessel, likely meaning that Brawl died alongside the other Decepticons during an unseen skirmish. {{storylink|Total War!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===The Special Teams===<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons were created by Starscream on a remote Pacific island, by combining military vehicles with Energon cubes. They then drove to the [[Pullen Power Plant]], passing Optimus Prime en route, though the Autobot leader was none-the-wiser to the Decepticons in disguise. Onslaught, Brawl and Swindle arrived first on the battlefield, coming upon Menasor already engaged in battle with Defensor. Onslaught then ordered to rest of his team to merge with him to form Bruticus. {{storylink|The Special Teams}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Ladybird Books continuity===<br /> Brawl was damaged trying to breach [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]'s defenses. He was towed in for repairs by Onslaught and the Decepticon recovery crew. {{storylink|Decepticon Hideout}}<br /> <br /> ===Battle Beneath the Ice===<br /> [[File:BBTI-Combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl joined his fellow Combaticons, Vortex and Blast Off, in searching for a city the humans had found hidden beneath the ice. After a brief battle with the Aerialbots, both sides learned that the [[city-dweller]]s were dangerous to Autobot and Decepticon alike, and joined forced against the [[Watcher]] and his ilk. [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and the Aerialbots complied with the truce, allowing Brawl and the Combaticons to leave unmolested once everything was over. {{storylink|Battle Beneath the Ice}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===St. Michael ''The Transformers'' Sticker Book===<br /> {{notemultipath}}<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons served under [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] on a Decepticon ship, when they managed to shoot down the ship being captained by Ultra Magnus. After the Autobots crash-landed on planet [[Barrenikon]], the Decepticons landed their ship nearby to finish off their enemies. In the many possible adventures that followed, Brawl and the other Decepticons often underestimated you, which often led to them losing to the Autobots, leaving them either stranded on Barrenikon, or fleeing after they received too much damage. That is, if you somehow didn't get yourself killed at their hands. {{storylink|The Transformers Sticker Book (St. Michael)|The Transformers Sticker Book}}<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br /> [[File:Brawltww.jpg|left|upright=0.85|thumb|This... is my BOOMSTICK!]]<br /> Brawl participated in [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s siege on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] {{storylink|The War Within issue 2|The War Within #2}} and, upon arrival, quickly shifted to his tank mode to rain down firepower onto the Autobot stronghold. {{storylink|The War Within issue 3|The War Within #3}} He was joined by fellow heavy-artillery 'bots, [[Quake (G1)|Quake]] and [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] in his assault. {{storylink|The War Within issue 4|The War Within #4}} Brawl was on the front lines of the Decepticon army when they finally managed to penetrate the last of the Autobots' defenses. {{storylink|The War Within issue 5|The War Within #5}}<br /> <br /> During the Dark Ages, when Optimus Prime and Megatron both disappeared into a prototype space-bridge, both factions splintered into several sub-groups. During this time, footage of Brawl's part in the Iacon attack was reviewed by Prowl in preparation for attacks on multiple fronts. {{storylink|Fragmentation (G1)|Fragmentation}} As part of a combiner group, Brawl's actions were somewhat limited by the [[Crisis Intervention Accord]]; it is unknown how he occupied his time while the Accord was in place. {{storylink|Devastation}}<br /> <br /> Millions of years later, the Combaticons were considered war criminals and held in the detention blocks on Cybertron. {{storylink|Cold War (issue)|Cold War}} Starscream arranged to have them released and brought to Earth as his own private brigade, absconding from Cybertron as Shockwave's regime was being overthrown by the Autobots. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}} <br /> <br /> Returning to the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'' via an uncooperative [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], Starscream realized he needed to take parts from the Autobots' [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] if he ever hoped to get the ''Nemesis'' flying again, and for that he needed considerable firepower. Fortunately, there was a nearby abandoned military testing ground from which the Combaticons could scan Earth-based alternate modes. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} When the attack on the ''Ark'' was launched, the Autobots had little problem defending against the first wave, successfully capturing [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], but several of the Autobots were soundly beaten when the Combaticons showed up and combined into the mighty Bruticus. The behemoth attacked the ''Ark'' freeing his Decepticon compatriots before going after [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. Unfortunately, the Autobots activated their ship's self-destruct before escaping, damaging the Combaticons in the resulting explosion. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}}<br /> <br /> Damaged or not, the Combaticons soon had to face a powerful enemy when the crazed zealot [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] appeared on Earth, but before they could attack him, Bruticus' head was blown apart by [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] in the Autobot supply ship ''[[Orion]]''. In the aftermath, Bruticus's barely-conscious body was battered upon by an angry Brawn. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} Starscream was forced into an alliance with the Autobots to save his neck, and the Combaticons were partially recharged as released as part of the arrangement. {{storylink|Skyfire (issue)|Skyfire}}<br /> <br /> [[File:G1DW SkyLynx defeats Combaticons.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|This can't turn out good...]]<br /> <br /> The repaired Combaticons were brought to Guadalcanal where they could hone their somewhat lackluster combat skills and listen to Starscream's long-winded aspirations of glory. When Swindle commented on Starscream's mental state, Brawl agreed, stating that he'd like to pull the Air Commander's cerebro circuits straight out of his faceplate so they could get a better look at them. Starscream overheard their conversation, but let it pass in order for them to fight the magnificent Autobot [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]]. Unfortunately, the Combaticons did not fare well when the crafty Autobot split into his two forms, with Brawl and Onslaught nearly crushed by the Lynx's right paw.<br /> <br /> This was the least of their troubles, however, as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] showed up as soon as Sky Lynx was deactivated. This encounter also did not end well. {{storylink|The Route of All Evil}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers''===<br /> As part of [[Serpentor|Serpent O.R.]]'s forces, Brawl defended the newly unified Decepticon army's base against a combined Autobot/[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] strike force. {{storylink|The Art of War issue 5|The Art of War #5}}<br /> <br /> ===''The Beast Within''===<br /> During an all-out Decepticon offensive, Brawn helped the Predacons battle the Dinobots. When the Dinobots combined into their gestalt form, Brawl combined with his fellow Combaticons in order to square off against [[Beast (G1)|The Beast]]. {{storylink|The Beast Within}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW Generation 1 continuity===<br /> {{ongoing}}<br /> [[File:Autocracy12-BrawlOnslaughtSkullgrinBlitzwing.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;C'mon! Us tank 'Cons gotta stick together!&quot;]]<br /> Early in the war, Brawl defended the [[Citadel]] from the Autobots as part of Blitzwing's unit and was ordered with [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] and [[Skullgrin]] to contain the Autobot forces. He got crushed by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dynobots]] soon after the order. {{storylink|Endgame}} Together with the other Combaticons he left Cybertron rather than suffer [[Scorponok (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Scorponok]]'s leadership, and they made their way to the [[Presidium (planet)|Presidium]] to steal a weapons cache for their own use. Inside the vault was not weapons, however, but [[Starscream (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Starscream]] who offered the Combaticons payment to return to the fold now that [[Megatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Megatron]] was back. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} They accepted and returned to Cybertron to participate in Megatron's attack on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]]. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Spotlight Arcee Arcee hits Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl was a member of the Combaticon tactical unit under the command of [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]]'s [[Decepticon Secret Service]] and helped capture the [[Pretender Monster|&quot;gestalt&quot; transformers]] being held in the [[Garrus-9]] detention facility. He loved killing things: &quot;''We aim to maim!''&quot; Presumably, he was not particularly keen on being maimed himself, as he was impaled by [[Arcee (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Arcee]]'s twin saber blades. {{storylink|Spotlight: Arcee}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Land Ironclads Brawl misses Swindle.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.0]]<br /> After a deal was negotiated between Arcee and Banzai-Tron, Brawl and the other Combaticons later helped her in an attempt to recapture [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]] (who had been stolen by [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]] and [[Nova Prime|Nemesis Prime's]] forces), though the insane Autobot disappeared mid-battle. {{storylink|Spotlight: Sideswipe}}<br /> <br /> Years later, most of the Combaticons were left stranded and energon-less on Earth following a failed invasion. They were hired by [[North Korea]]n leader [[Kim Jong Du]] to lead an attack on the [[South Korea|South]]. Brawl, Onslaught and Vortex destroyed a South Korean outpost on the border of the DMZ to this end. {{storylink|International Incident Part 1: &quot;The Land Ironclads&quot;|The Land Ironclads}} They chafed under Kim's leadership, but unlike them, the Koreans knew how to produce [[energon]], so they had no choice but to obey. Inevitably, the Autobots showed up to stop the Combaticons from getting involved with human conflicts, but were forced to stay in their vehicle modes for the battle. Car modes and [[Skywatch]] [[crash suit]]s were hardly a match for a tank like Brawl, and the Combaticons got away. {{storylink|International Incident Part 2: &quot;Ranks of Bronze&quot;|Ranks of Bronze}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Hawk Among the Sparrows Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.25|right]]<br /> While Brawl and his teammates were celebrating their victory, the Autobots returned, and this time they had no problems with transforming. Without exclusive access to robot modes, the Combaticons were outnumbered, with Brawl having to deal with [[Jazz (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Jazz]] and [[Prowl (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Prowl]] simultaneously. {{storylink|International Incident Part 3: &quot;Hawk Among the Sparrows&quot;|Hawk Among the Sparrows}} He soon found himself defeated and tied up whilst the Autobots dealt with both the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]] and a [[Russia]]n nuke sent to wipe them all out. While they made sure to destroy the North Korean energon facilities, the Autobots couldn't take prisoners at the time, and so the Combaticons were presumably set free. {{storylink|International Incident Part 4: &quot;All My Sins Remembered&quot;|All My Sins Remembered}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Only Forward Brawl tortured.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Several months later, Brawl and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] attacked Prowl as he investigated some sensitive issues. He wasn't worried when [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] came to Prowl's rescue, since the Autobots could never penetrate his armor plating in tank mode, but was defeated and captured after Prowl fired a shot straight through his barrel. Stuck in a state of mid-transformation, he was brought to the Autobot base and interrogated as to who sent him. Brawl insisted that it was all him, but when pressed for information, a failsafe installed in his body by Swindle activated and fused the Autobots' [[Suppressor (device)|suppressors]] to his neural net, sending him into nigh-[[stasis lock]]. {{storylink|Police Action Part 2: Only Forward|Only Forward}} {{storylink|Police Action Part 3: A Second Chance at Eden|A Second Chance at Eden}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was eventually cured and brought home to a reformatted Cybertron, where he was brought by Starscream with a bunch of other Cybertronians to pressure Prowl into revealing one of his secret discoveries below ground. Later underground, they witnessed a [[Titan (IDW)|Titan]] declare that Starscream was the Cybertronian destined to unite their whole race. He and the other Cybertronians celebrated afterwards with Starscream. {{storylink|Primus: All Good Things}} When Megatron returned from a long absence only to be captured by the Autobots, Brawl and the other Decepticons started a riot and assaulted the Autobot prison, rescuing him. {{storylink|The Verge}}<br /> <br /> In the wake of Megatron's defection to the Autobots, [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Galvatron]] and [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] took command of the Decepticons and led them back to Earth, where they formed an alliance with [[Earth Defense Command]] against the Autobots. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 1: Hello Cruel World|Hello Cruel World}} Once [[Optimus Prime (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s arrived with a team of Autobots, Brawl and the others confronted them at the town of [[Poverty Flat]], passing themselves off as United States military vehicles to the locals. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 2: Detonation Boulevard|Detonation Boulevard}} This attempt at secrecy was foiled when the Autobots brought in a defected [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], forcing the EDC to teleport the Decepticons out of there. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 3: The Mind Bomb|The Mind Bomb}} The Decepticons clashed with the Autobots again at the EDC's [[Bikini Atoll]] base in a battle that ended with massive damage to their [[Nemesis (G1)|ship]]. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 5: I Dream of Wires|I Dream of Wires}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SouthOfHeaven-BrawlLaserbeakBuzzsaw.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|Brawl's secret love for the song &quot;I'm Like A Bird&quot; is revealed.]]<br /> Brawl joined Soundwave's group in visiting the satellite commune that the humans were building for them near Jupiter, but found himself the source of many of [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]'s jokes due to his unease floating around in zero-gravity. {{storylink|South of Heaven}} He took a shuttle back to Cybertron with [[Needlenose (G1)|Needlenose]] to make contact with the disgruntled Decepticons and teamed up with [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]], and proceeded to whip up anger and intimidate Camien evangelists. Brawl told Dreadwing that Galvatron was the leader they should've ''always'' had, but during a bar conversation with their new ally, Brawl found himself increasingly angry that Needlenose kept talking about negotiations, soft power, and communes. He overturned their table and got cheers from the crowd as he yelled that the Decepticons should just ''take'' &quot;what is ours&quot;, from equality to whole planets. (Then, being a dick, he asked Needlenose to buy replacements for the drinks he'd just spilled.) {{storylink|The Transgressors}}<br /> <br /> Remaining on Cybertron, Brawl started hanging out with his fellow Combaticon teammates again as they stewed over Starscream's leadership and his attempts to sweep the past aside. {{storylink|The Will of the Few}} On [[Chosen One Day]], Brawl and the guys bought Onslaught a brand new grenade to show him they cared. {{storylink|Choose Me}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Perihelion-BrawlShoulderTackleArcee.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.35|That's For [[Spotlight: Arcee| THIS]]!!!!]]<br /> Following a Decepticon rally, Brawl and his fellow Galvatron loyalists approached Starscream about getting unfettered access to the space bridge for their people. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 1: Aphelion|Aphelion}} That night, they led a Decepticon march through Iacon Spaceport 1. After blasting Needlenose's interfering brother [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]], Brawl and the other Decepticons used the bridge to travel to the ''Ark-7'', where they confronted the Autobots trapped inside Blackrock's force field. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}} Brawl battered Arcee into shutdown, then walked into the captured bridge and casually shot the defeated [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]. Then he cut into Needlenose's call to Soundwave and explained the ''real'' reason for all this: Galvatron wanted them to invade Earth and all that &quot;peace&quot; and &quot;alliances&quot; talk was bunk. The ''Ark-7'' was crashed into [[Shanghai]] and the Decepticons all fell into line with Galvatron, with Brawl cheerily telling Needlenose he was glad the guy hadn't gone soft after all. NOW LET'S KILL SOME HUMANS!<br /> <br /> When the Autobots abruptly arrived {{storylink|Conquerors Part 4: Perihelion|Perihelion}} Brawl ecstatically threw himself into the fray. However, the [[Earth Defense Command]]'s &quot;mindbomb&quot; felled him within the first minute, the [[People's Liberation Army Mecha Force|Chinese Mecha Force]] began tearing through the Decepticons, and all his team either fled to Soundwave or, in Galvatron's case, teleported out. Brawl was taken through the space bridge by [[Ironhide (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Ironhide]], but began fighting his way through the Autobots in a panic and reignited the fight at the other end. Barely surviving an attack by Devastator, he was able to slip away. {{storylink|All Hail Optimus Part 1: Once Upon a Time on Earth|Once Upon a Time on Earth}}<br /> <br /> While Onslaught was busy trying to find Swindle's body, Vortex and Brawl took several odd jobs to pay for their home and Engex. He showed particular annoyance when Blast Off went out as well, given that their client was found by Blast Off. {{storylink|07:00:00}} During the riots, Vortex and Brawl took Engex bets on whether or not Blast Off was alive; Vortex won the bet and added that today was a good day for the Combaticons as a whole. When Onslaught took Blast Off for debriefing, Vortex threatened that he and Brawl would go on without them, though it proved just to be hot air. {{storylink|Applicable Skills}} <br /> <br /> When Blast Off eventually found the location of Swindle's body, he and Onslaught went after Rattrap. They soon met up with Blast Off and Vortex, who had learned from Wheeljack that Swindle was brain dead and his body was being held deep inside Metroplex. After being led to Swindle, {{storylink|Things We Said We'd Never Do}} Onslaught used the Enigma of Combination to fuse all of the Combaticons into [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. However, due to Swindle's brain dead mind, Bruticus was incredibly unstable, and Brawl initially panicked from Swindle's pain of being shot. Regardless, Brawl, Vortex and Onslaught all began reveling in their new-found power despite Blast Off's reservation regarding their actions. Soon the gestalt was defeated, and Brawl passed out on the pavement. {{storylink|The Line Between Us}} <br /> <br /> Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned and awaiting trial, though Ironhide was reluctant to prosecute them if their mental scarring proved too great. {{storylink|Ping}} The Combaticons were still comatose when Starscream told the [[Eukaris|Eukarian]] [[Mnemosurgery|mnemosurgeon]] [[Airachnid (G1)|Airachnid]] to turn them to his side as one of his combiners. Because the Combaticons minds had imprinted on each other during their combination, Airachnid found them more susceptible to the process, and thus had them believe that they had always been working for Starscream, using the aware-of-the-manipulation Blast Off to cover any holes in the story. As a result, Brawl and the others were made to believe that they had been Starscream's secret and loyal bodyguards, and that their forming of Bruticus had been a last-ditch attempt to save Swindle's life with Starscream's approval. {{storylink|The Price of You}} Soon the Combaticons &quot;resumed&quot; their work of protecting Starscream, and on Onslaught's first day back Brawl prepared to take the night shift. {{storylink|If I Know You}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was among the security detail for the ceremony to welcome Earth into the Council of Worlds. When [[Iron Ring|a group of human assailants]] attacked, he mobilised to fight back and evacuate Starscream. {{storylink|First Strike issue 1|First Strike #1}} <br /> <br /> During her campaign for the role of Cybertron's leadership, Windblade invited people to speak with her one-on-one, Brawl was an unexpected speaker. Admitting that he was now afraid of dying because of the near-death experience caused by the forming of Bruticus, Brawl told Windblade he didn't want the war to start over and that she was the best candidate to prevent that from happening. During the final debate, Starscream revealed all of his crimes to the public, including the manipulation of the Combaticons. As a result, Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned for their rampage as Bruticus. {{storylink|The Chosen One}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: All Spark''===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Another Episode, Part 1}} {{storylink|Another Episode, Part 2}}}}<br /> <br /> ===''Kre-O'' online manga===<br /> Summoned by Starscream to act as his elite squad (whose first mission, of course, was to overthrow [[Megatron (Kre-O)|Megatron]]), Brawl rolled onto the scene alongside [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], and a repainted [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]]. When Onslaught boasted that they could leave the strategy to him, Brawl declared that he'd handle the destroying. Like Onslaught and Swindle, Brawl was irritated when Vortex offered to stay behind and guard the base. When the Combaticons combined into Bruticus, Vortex constant worry for the base's safety compelled the team to withdraw. Shortly after, Starscream, under imminent threat of a beating from Megatron, contacted the team to demand to know where they were, Brawl joined his teammates in happily informing their illustrious leader they were all protecting the base together. Aww. {{Storylink|New Military Unit Combaticon! Bruticus, Combine!}}<br /> <br /> ===''Cloud''===<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===<br /> The Combaticons infiltrated [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] disguised as their vehicles, with Brawl taking on the form of a [[MOBAT]] tank. During the Decepticon-[[Cobra]] attack on the [[United Nations]], the Combaticons revealed themselves and combined into Bruticus to fight [[GIJONIN]]. {{storylink|Expelled from the Garden}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Combiner Wars'' cartoon===<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticon troops who bore witness to a pivotal duel between Optimus Prime and Megatron, one meant to end the war before the never-ending arms race between the two factions spiralled further out of control. {{storylink|Prelude to Transformers: Combiner Wars - Optimus Prime}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> *Brawl, [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] were part of a Decepticon attack force that assaulted the Autobots' launch site. All three were rammed by Ultra Magnus in his vehicle mode as he entered the fray. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus commercial}}<br /> *Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons charged down a ravine to face-off against [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]. As they neared him, the Combaticons combined into Bruticus and took to the skies. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Bruticus and Metroplex|Bruticus and Metroplex commercial}}<br /> *Brawl was part of a massive battle between Kreons. He and the Combaticons combined into Bruticus to gain the advantage in battle, and then chased the Autobots off alongside [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]]. {{storylink|Commercial#Kre-O|KRE-O Transformers Micro Changers and Combiners Construction Sets commercial}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers Legends''===<br /> Brawl was active in the Decepticon/Autobot war when [[Doctor Arkeville]] created [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]]. He didn't take an active role when the Doctor's creation went on a rampage and was stopped by the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] however. {{storylink|Nemesis Rising}} Brawl assisted [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] and [[Apeface]] in attacking the Autobots on Earth in an attempt to obtain the [[Key to the Plasma Energy Chamber]], but even with his help, the mission was a failure. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Earth Defense Command}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:BattleTacticsBrawl.jpg|thumb|400px|left|I could bend over to use my tank cannon, but this oversized gun is ''way'' better!]]<br /> Brawl participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Rare character who could be recruited by collecting 160 units of Cybermetal, and 95 units of Transmetal. He was also a starter character for all players at a later point in the game. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===<br /> [[file: BrawlEarthWars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.75|Hey, no need for a giant gun on my back. I got a Grenade Launcher. And '''LOUD ROCKETS'''.]]<br /> <br /> Brawl is one of warriors on Earth alongside his fellow Combaticons. He's probably jealous that [[Swindle (G1)| Swindle]] got to Earth first before him. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}<br /> <br /> When Swindle gets wind that the Autobots are on the move to a signal in the Arctic, he and Brawl try to head there themselves. Brawl, as usual, makes himself REALLY loud by shouting, As usual. Swindle tells him to shut up or at least be more quiet, until Starscream comes and finds out about Swindle's plan, and leads the operation himself. Brawl calls for them to wait up.<br /> <br /> When they arrived, he shouted what in the [[Anatomic euphemism#Lugnuts|lugnutz]] had they found. Megatron, who was already there, told him that it was a [[Planet-Destroying Fortress]]. Brawl wanted to blast the entrance open, but Megatron told him that their presence must remain secret to the Autobots on the surface. After Shockwave suggested an alternative, Megatron ordered Brawl to bring in the Constructicons.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Frozen Fortress}}<br /> <br /> While the Constructicons were drilling through the fortress. Brawl made himself extremely noisy, And Long Haul complained that &quot;Brawl has to '''SHOUT''' continually!&quot;. He set up the high explosives to break though the main chamber, and he and Starscream went in first, but retreated upon seeing Deathsaurus. For once he was speechless. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - What Lies Beneath}}<br /> <br /> He appropriately yelled, &quot;LET'S GET OUT OF HERE!&quot; when the fortress was about to self-destruct.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Monster Within}}<br /> <br /> *'''Lowest star rating''': 2 stars<br /> *'''Weapons''': Brawl uses a standard issue grenade launcher, but with grenades that make a larger BOOM. And it's loud. VERY loud. <br /> *'''Ability: Rocket Barrage''': Brawl fires a barrage of six rockets dealing moderate damage to a set area. Upgrade for higher damage and louder rockets. <br /> **'''Cost''': 6 ability points +2 for every reuse.<br /> <br /> [http://wiki.transformersearthwars.com/character:brawl| Brawl at Transformers: Earth Wars Wiki]<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Online'' (2016 video game)===<br /> [[File:Brawl TFO.jpg|thumb|right|300px|&quot;Don't worry my friends I will be your shield&quot; ]]<br /> {{bigquote|I'm just wild by default.}}<br /> <br /> When it comes to notoriety amongst the Decepticons, Brawl is considered the bully of the bunch. Brawl's hot-headed demeanor causes him to easily lose his temper. Regardless of faction, he will relentlessly attack anyone who gets in his way. Despite his wild, militaristic disposition, Brawl is still an exemplary soldier in combat. He is often assigned to serve in a Decepticon vanguard unit. No one knows Brawl's brash shouting was to keep himself sane, because if he keeps quiet, he feels like nothing but a lowly coward.<br /> <br /> In battle, Brawl wields the &quot;[[Giant Fists of Fury]]&quot; and a double barreled, semi-automatic &quot;[[Eye of the Thunderstorm]]&quot; submachine gun. His active skill is &quot;Smart Cover&quot;: <br /> *'''Smart Cover''' — Brawl projects a transparent wall in front of him that only he and his allies can pass and shoot through. {{storylink|Transformers Online (2016 video game)|Transformers Online}} &lt;ref&gt;[http://tfol.qq.com/act/a20160726data/hero12.shtml Brawl on the Transformers Online website]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> [[File:G1Brawl toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Available in space camouflage.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1986/1987/1991)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-67'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Electron gun]], Twin Sonic Cannon<br /> <br /> : Brawl transforms into a green Leopard 1A3 main battle tank. In vehicle mode his armament is supplemented by a large dark gray anti-aircraft gun mounted of the back of the tank's hull. In robot mode Brawl is armed with a small dark gray gun.<br /> <br /> : Early releases of Brawl used painted die-cast metal for his chest and leg-mounted tank treads. This was later replaced by color-cast plastic. The complete set of Combaticons were re-released in the European-market &quot;[[Classics (Europe)|Classics]]&quot; line in 1991; these releases has the [[rubsign]] indent removed from the molding.<br /> <br /> : Brawl normally operates as Bruticus' left leg, but as a [[Scramble City (toyline)|Scramble City]]-style combiner, he can also act as any other limb for any other combination of robots who share the connection design.<br /> <br /> : In 1987, Brawl also came with a randomly-packed Decepticon [[Decoy]] and accompanying mini-comic/checklist.<br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed as ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]'' [[Sandstorm (OC)|Sandstorm]], as well as [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Gift set, 1985)<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-69'''<br /> <br /> :In addition to his single release, Brawl was also sold in a &quot;Bruticus&quot; [[giftset]] alongside the other Combaticons. The gift set was never available in the USA or Canada, but only in [[Japan]] and [[Italy]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generation 2===<br /> [[File:G2Brawl toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Before [[Megaplex]] came about, Megatron disguised Brawl as himself to draw fire away.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1994)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, double-barreled cannon<br /> <br /> : For ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'', Brawl was redecoed with bright green and purple camo. Presumably this is so he can hide in the same green and purple forests as [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Megatron]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1994/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generation 2'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G22012}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-G2Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;I don't care what &quot;G&quot; it is, I'm staying green.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Box set, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle<br /> <br /> : A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' [[Brawl (WFC)#Generations|Decepticon Brawl]], available only as part of an Amazon.com/[[BigBadToyStore]] shared exclusive &quot;Decepticon Bruticus&quot; [[giftset|gift set]], with all the Combaticons' colors based on their 1994 ''Generation 2'' counterparts.<br /> <br /> : Brawl's [[alternate mode]] is a green &quot;[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]]&quot; hover tank with a twin-barreled turret. Unlike most other Transformers toys with tank alternate modes, Brawl sports ''no'' wheels whatsoever. His robot mode rifle can be attached to the turret (between the two cannon barrels) and thus serve as an additional weapon. In robot mode, Brawl can hold his rifle (which features a [[5mm post]] as its handle) in either hand.<br /> <br /> : In addition to his robot and vehicle modes, Brawl can also combine with his fellow Combaticons into Bruticus and serve as any of the gestalt robot's four limbs, though his official configuration shown in the [[instructions]] is the left leg.<br /> <br /> : This toy was [[retool]]ed into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Twintwist]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Universe (2008)===<br /> [[File:Universe-ROTF-toy Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| BRWL!]]<br /> *'''Bruticus Maximus''' (2008)<br /> **''Series'': '''G1 Series'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' [[Kickback (Energon)|Kickback]]/[[Blight (Energon)|Blight]] sculpt, transforming into a green [http://www.army-technology.com/projects/gepard/gepard1.html Gepard] anti-aircraft tank. His tank mode is adorned with the text &quot;1MJ9&quot; in a font that says &quot;brwl&quot; when read upside-down. When combined with the other Combaticons, Brawl is nominally Bruticus Maximus' left leg, though he can be used in any other limb position.<br /> <br /> : He was only available as part of the ''Universe'' Bruticus Maximus [[giftset]], which also contains [[Blast Off (G1)#Universe (2008)|Blast Off]], another redeco of the same sculpt used for Brawl. The ''Universe'' version of the giftset was initially intended to be released as a [[Target]] exclusive in the United States, but ultimately ended up being only available in some non-American markets such as Australia and Singapore. Instead, American markets eventually received a [[rebranding|rebranded]] version of this giftset (with no changes to the toys themselves) in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' packaging (thereby creating a new version of the pre-existing [[live-action film series]] [[Brawl (Movie)#Exclusive figures|Brawl]] character as well as a new [[Blast Off (ROTF)|Blast Off]] character), exclusively available at Target stores in the United States and at Zellers stores in Canada.<br /> <br /> : This sculpt was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Landquake (Timelines)|Landquake]], as well as the ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' versions of Brawl (see [[#United|below]]) and [[Blast Off (G1)#United|Blast Off]]. Another planned redeco, ''[[Movie (toyline)|Movie]]'' [[Gunbarrel (Movie)|Gunbarrel]], was canceled.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/TargetBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Universe'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Encore===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (multi-pack, Japan 2009)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''16'''<br /> <br /> :A reissue of the original G1 Brawl toy at first sight, this toy is actually a redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Armorhide retool of the sculpt. This version of Brawl was only available as part of a Bruticus gift set released under [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' line of reissues.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy Scout Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Ooh, I feel dizzy...]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Scout Class, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Cannon<br /> <br /> : A redeco of [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'']] [[Breacher]], ''Generations'' Brawl transforms into a Land Systems OMC [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratel_IFV Ratel IFV]. His cannon uses the [[C joint]] system, so it can be clipped onto multiple places on his robot mode, as well as on other figures with appropriate mounting points. (The [[instructions]] completely neglect to mention this, instead insisting on keeping the weapon attached to the vehicle roof mount in robot mode, thus keeping his weapon on his back even though he comes packed with the gun clipped onto his fist.) His arm-panels also utilize 3mm clips, therefore they can be equipped with assorted C joint accessories. They can also be removed and used as shields as they too are attached to his wrists with C-joints. The side of Brawl's alt mode is decorated with &quot;D67&quot;, the Japanese ID number of his original toy.<br /> <br /> : Originally developed by Hasbro Asia for release in their territories, Brawl was brought over with many other toys as [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] exclusives for the 2012 holiday season.<br /> <br /> : This mold would also have been used for the canceled 2010 ''Transformers'' [[Bodyblock (TF 2010)|Bodyblock]] toy.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/GDOBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|FOC}}<br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-RetailBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''01/#007'''<br /> **'''PART 5 OF 5!'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[2013]]-[[January 26|01-26]]'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG05'''<br /> **''Accessory:'' rifle<br /> {{note|The TakaraTomy release of ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' Brawl.}}<br /> <br /> : A [[redeco]] of Decepticon Brawl from the [[Bruticus (WFC)#Toys|Decepticon Bruticus]] [[giftset]] was available individually alongside his fellow Combaticons as part of the second [[wave]] of the ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''-themed 2012-onwards Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' assortment. These versions of the Combaticons replace the [[Show-accuracy|game-accurate]], Generation 1-inspired decoes with more &quot;flashy&quot; colors apparently homaging the color scheme of [[Bruticus Maximus (Energon)|Bruticus Maximus]].<br /> <br /> : Aside from the colors, mass retail Brawl is identical to the version from the Decepticon Bruticus gift set.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|CombinerWars}}<br /> <br /> ====Combiner Wars====<br /> [[File:CWDlxBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Third party? I don't need no slaggin' third party!]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of 2016 ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Deluxes, Brawl is an all-new mold that transforms into a military tank of some kind. Though the turret cannot rotate, the barrel can hinge up and down. Said barrel can also pop off for Brawl to wield in robot mode as a rifle.<br /> <br /> : Brawl has a slight engineering problem: his waist isn't designed to completely collapse into itself to attach to the hips, so he literally has no stomach (stock photography tends to hide this issue by showing Brawl from a high angle). Additionally, due to tolerance issues on many copies of the figure, the waist doesn't click in in its intended configuration—leading his chest to often flop backward. Later samples of Brawl and all subsequent uses of the mold however appear to have the remedied the issue for the most part allowing the waist to at least stay tabbed in. Additionally, his robot mode legs do not peg very firmly together, resulting in them separating frequently in arm configuration. Particularly, the tab on the hardpoint for the combined mode hand does not fit snugly into the slot. The tab and slot on his knees is similarly loose, but to a lesser degree.<br /> <br /> : As Brawl is a ''Combiner Wars'' figure, he can combine with his fellow [[Combaticon (G1)#CombinerWars|Combaticons]] to form [[Bruticus (G1)#CombinerWars|Bruticus]] as either an arm or a leg. He can also combine with any ''Unite Warriors'' Voyager class figure or even form one of [[Godbomber#Legends|''Legends'' Godbomber's]] legs.<br /> <br /> : Brawl comes with a copy of &quot;''Combiner Wars'' #2&quot; (actually [[Night and the City|''Robots in Disguise'' #9]]), while regional versions outside of the United States come with a collector card. He and the last three waves of Combiner Wars Deluxe and Voyager figures later started showing up at TJ Maxx at reduced prices with the collector card.<br /> <br /> : This mold was retooled to make [[BotCon 2016]] [[Ram Horn#Combiner Wars|General Ramhorn]], [[Nosecone (G1)#Generations|Nosecone]], [[Drillhorn (Victory)#Generations|Drillhorn]], and [[Killbison#Generations|Ironbison]] .<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G2BruticusSet}}<br /> [[File:TF-Combiner-Wars-G2-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Collection Pack, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories'': Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> :A ''Generation 2''-themed redeco of ''Combiner Wars'' Brawl is packed along with the other Combaticons (including [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#G2BruticusSet|Shockwave]]), and sold together in a massive box.<br /> <br /> :Whether Brawl still had waist problems like his original figure's old variant or slightly secure like the original's new variant is unknown for now.<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===United===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :Released exclusively by TakaraTomy in non-Japanese Asian markets, this redeco of the ''Energon'' Bruticus Maximus set has colours similar to the previous ''Universe'' (2008)/''Revenge of the Fallen'' release, but with a greater emphasis on G1-accuracy. Brawl trades in the olive coloured plastic for dark green and grey. Additionally, the gun-radar/combined mode foot/hand previously cast in translucent coloured plastic is now opaque grey, though his energon star remains orange.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Kre-O===<br /> [[Image:KreO-Toy Brawl.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Bruticus''' (Micro-Changer Combiner, 2013)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A2225'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''79'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, bazooka, 2 clip-on treads<br /> :Brawl comes as part of the Bruticus [[Micro-Changer]] combiner set, and can be rebuilt from his robot mode into a tank. He can also contribute his bricks to form Bruticus. Unlike [[Swindle (G1)#Kre-O|Swindle]] but like [[Onslaught (G1)#Kre-O|Onslaught]], and [[Vortex (G1)#Kre-O|Vortex]], he is based on his [[#Generation 1|Generation 1 toy]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Kre-OBrawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Combiner3pack}}<br /> *'''Combiner Robot Mega Pack''' (3-pack, 2016)<br /> **''Set number'': '''???'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''245'''<br /> <br /> :3 years later, the 3 Micro-Changer combiners, Superion, Bruticus, and Menasor was reissued and released as a 3-pack. The toys were unchanged from their individual releases.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Unite Warriors===<br /> [[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW07-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Multi-pack, 2016-[[June 25|06-25]])<br /> **''ID Number:'' '''UW-07'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Individual Combatron Weapons, Combatron extremities<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''Combiner Wars'' mold in a color scheme based on his cartoon appearance, including changes such as giving him a gray head with yellow eyes and red faceplate and a hand-foot-gun cast in the same brown as his body. Brawl was sold only in a multi-pack with the other Combatrons.<br /> <br /> :As a Deluxe Class ''Unite Warriors'' figure, he can combine to form the leg or arm of any combiner from Hasbro's ''Combiner Wars'' subline or any ''Unite Warriors'' figure, but would usually be associated with Bruticus.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:G1OddCombat.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> [[File:EuroClassicsCombaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> *The [[character model]]s of the Combaticons are kinda... okay, ''heavily'' made-up. Brawl has a lot of extra bits, and his arms are completely different from the toy. Early models of the team which were a bit more accurate to the toys - except for the heads, oddly enough - have shown up in various sourcebooks, though Brawl's is still off in some very odd ways. Even his final vehicle-mode model is off-kilter, resembling a British [[wikipedia:Centurion tank|Centurion]] more than a German Leopard 1.<br /> *The packaging of the 1990 European [[Classics (Europe)|Classics]] release of the original Onslaught toy depicted the Combaticons in new color schemes, despite the fact that the actual toys looked identical to their original releases. While it may never be known for certain, it has been theorized that these colors originated from a packaging printing error rather than a legitimate attempt to [[redeco]] the Combaticons. <br /> *Brawl's animation model was used multiple times (in both robot and tank modes) as [[generic]] Decepticons in the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Armada'' cartoon]].<br /> *According to the [[Walmart]] computer database, there seemed to have been plans at some point for a ''[[War Within (franchise)|War Within]]'' version of Brawl in the 6&quot; ''[[Titanium Series]]'' line. No other evidence of these plans has come to light.<br /> *In the ''Wings of Honor'' continuity the Combaticons are swayed to the Decepticon side by Deathsaurus appealing to their darker natures, represented by one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Shockingly, Brawl's Wrath was his undoing (though one might also make an argument for Lust. Battlelust, that is.)<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Brawl''' (ブロウル, ブロール ''Burōru'')<br /> *''French:'' '''Baggareur''' (Canada)<br /> *''Hungarian:'' '''Huligán''' (&quot;Hooligan&quot;)<br /> *''Italian:'' '''Bomber'''<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Jēng-chǎu''' (Taiwan, 爭吵, &quot;Brawl&quot;), '''Chǎo​ nào​''' (China, 吵闹, &quot;Brawl&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Grom''' (cartoon, Гром, &quot;Thunder&quot;)<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Cloud Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combaticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combiner Wars]]<br /> [[Category:Dreamwave Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Elite Guard]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 2 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:IDW Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kreons]]<br /> [[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br /> [[Category:Super-God Masterforce Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:The Headmasters Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Turncoats]]<br /> [[Category:Unite Warriors Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:United Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Universe (2008)]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Ladybird Books Decepticons]]</div>

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<p>Technospike: /* Games */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|decepticon|decepticong2|autobot|eliteguard}}<br /> {{picsneeded|Fiction, early model}}<br /> {{disambig3|Brawl}}<br /> :''Brawl is a [[Decepticon]] [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:MTMTEBrawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;I wouldn't need the pistol, but I don't wanna have to bend over to aim...&quot;]]<br /> If '''Brawl'''&lt;nowiki&gt;'&lt;/nowiki&gt;s on the battlefield and you can't hear him coming, it's time to check your audio receptors, because chances are you've gone deaf. Brawl's main distinguishing characteristic is '''VOLUME'''. No matter if he's talking (yelling), moving (clanking and rattling), or fighting (yelling, clanking, rattling, and blasting) you're sure to hear him doing it, as is anyone else in the county. As if that wasn't enough, he is also a ball of barely contained rage and violence with a hair-trigger temper. This makes even his comrades wary, but it does make him a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield... as long as the mission doesn't require stealth. Or zero casualties. <br /> <br /> Brawl combines with his fellow Combaticons to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]].<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br /> ====''The Transformers'' cartoon====<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Tony St. James]] (English), [[Toshio Ishii]] (Japanese)|[[Fritz von Hardenberg]] (German, &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;), [[Willy Schäfer]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; and &quot;The Revenge of Bruticus&quot;), [[Ulf Jürgen Söhmisch]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;)}}<br /> <br /> [[File:StarscreamsBrigade Starscream Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;It's YOUR fault I'm not more toy-accurate!&quot;]]<br /> Brawl was one of the five [[renegade Decepticon]]s liberated by [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] in the Air Commander's latest attempt to unseat [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]]. As an element of their imprisonment, they had been reduced to mere [[personality component]]s, so Starscream installed them into abandoned [[World War II]] military vehicles. The transplant caused the vehicles to immediately reconfigure themselves: Brawl in particular went from being an [[wikipedia:M4 Sherman|M4 Sherman]] tank&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; shooting script&lt;/ref&gt; to being a... more differenter tank, before turning into a robot. Starscream called them &quot;Combaticons&quot; and announced their names as they transformed, but they didn't recognize him. Nor did they feel particularly indebted to him for their release; Brawl even threatened to pound him into scrap for no apparent reason. In the end, Starscream only guaranteed their loyalty though having given them bodies bereft of [[energy absorber]]s, so they would be dependent upon him to refuel. While their first missions for Starscream were initially successful, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]]' intervention meant the brigade's defeat, and Megatron exiled all six to a remote asteroid. {{storylink|Starscream's Brigade}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons managed to tow the asteroid to Cybertron and evict [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]. Brawl would have preferred just to shoot the hell out of the Decepticons and [[Earth]], but [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] managed to rig the [[space bridge]] to drag Earth into the sun. However, the Combaticons were later attacked by mysterious aggressors. Although the Combaticons were confused by their appearance, Brawl figured that they should just annihilate them. As it turned out, the aggressors were holograms created by Starscream and Shockwave, whom the Combaticons captured. Once Megatron, as well as the [[Autobot]]s, arrived, the Combaticons merged into Bruticus, but [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] deactivated him. The Combaticons were then reprogrammed to serve Megatron. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> [[File:BOT RepairingBrawl.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Only a fierce backrub could cure Brawl's rage. Megatron happily loaned out Soundwave for a few hours just to get some peace and quiet.]]<br /> When Onslaught ordered the Combaticons to transform in a street, [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] knocked into Brawl, who in turn made his displeasure very vocal. They then transformed into Bruticus, who was immediately shot to pieces by [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. Swindle was the sole survivor, and he sold his partners' deactivated forms to various humans such as [[El Presidente]]. Under threat of death by Megatron, Swindle stole back the parts of his unit. However, he was unable to find Brawl's personality component, leaving Brawl a silent shell requiring to be guided over to the rest of the group when ordered to form Bruticus. It turned out that the Combaticons couldn't merge at all without that particular piece of technology, much to Megatron's dismay. Swindle was sent out to retrieve the personality component, which had been used by [[Martin and Roland|some]] [[Elise Presser|kids]] to build [[B.O.T. (G1)|a robot]] for a school project. Of course, this made the robot extremely violent, and it destroyed the school lab and fought some Autobots before Swindle found it and recovered the component. This whole ordeal does pose a question: why does Bruticus depend on the personality component of a loud, homicidal maniac to form? {{storylink|B.O.T. (episode)|B.O.T.}}<br /> <br /> [[File:FightorFlee RazorclawBrawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|This makes perfect sense in context. Really.]]<br /> During the Decepticon attack on [[Paradron]], Brawl teamed up with [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]] to capture [[Sandstorm (G1)|Sandstorm]], and together they managed to make him fall off a bridge. Later, he manned a [[molecular cannon]] alongside [[Headstrong (G1)|Headstrong]], but the cannon was destroyed in an Autobot attack. At the same time, Brawl was ''also'' part of Bruticus, who was accompanying [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Fight or Flee (episode)|Fight or Flee}} Some time later, the Combaticons were sent by Galvatron to assassinate the Decepticon exile [[Octane]]. Because bringing Brawl along when you need to sneak up on someone is a good idea. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons later performed a hit-and-run attack on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] in order to mess up an upcoming peace conference. Brawl got a good shot at [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] in the ensuing battle, but [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] jumped in and took the blast. {{storylink|Surprise Party}} When the [[Hate Plague]] was brought to Earth, the Combaticons were infected by the disease when Bruticus was (rather ineffectively) punched by an infected Ultra Magnus. Bruticus apparently split apart later on, as Brawl was seen rampaging through a human marketplace, crushing various stands beneath his tracks. Soon afterwards he infected Headstrong. {{storylink|The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1}}<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Aerial Assault}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 3}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5}} {{storylink|The Ultimate Weapon}} {{storylink|The Burden Hardest to Bear}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}}}<br /> <br /> ====Japanese cartoon continuity====<br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' manga=====<br /> [[File:Manga8 Brawlshootsadog.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Oh my god, you've killed a puppy. YOU RUST-CASE!!]]<br /> When Menasor's baseball stadium/command base was attacked by Superion and Defensor, Bruticus came to his aid. He quickly took out Defensor, damaging [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] and preventing the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] from combining again. However, Superion blasted Brawl and Swindle away with his [[electrostatic discharger rifle]], allowing [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] to steal their places as Bruticus's legs and fly away with him. Brawl followed them, meagerly yelling for his enemies to wait up. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 5|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #5}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons were later sent to hunt down an escaped [[Murdered puppy|puppy]] that Megatron had experimented on. Brawl was pretty happy when he got a few shots in on the fleeing animal, but was reprimanded by [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] as they were supposed to capture it alive. [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] soon showed up to save the dog, and using its [[Decepticon super science|experimental energy]], he and the [[Mini Vehicle]]s defeated the Combaticons. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 8|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #8}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' story pages=====<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers'' manga=====<br /> In the year [[2010]], Brawl participated in a Decepticon attack on the planet Feminia. He and his team merged into Bruticus in order to battle alongside Menasor and Devastator against their Autobot counterparts Superion, Defensor and Omega Supreme. The fight was fairly evenly matched until Galvatron called up his ace-in-the-hole, [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], whose power was unmatched by any of the Autobots... except for the [[Omnibot (G1)|Omnibots]], who essentially tied Predaking's shoelaces together until he fell over, straight into Bruticus and his chums, sending them all toppling to the ground and knocking them to bits. {{storylink|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers issue 5|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers #5}}<br /> {{note|Brawl only appears as a component of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> =====Scramble City: Mobilization=====<br /> When the Stunticons were dispatched to hinder the Autobots from constructing [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]], they were attacked by the Aerialbots and did not fare too well. Brawl and the Combaticons arrived to help, and together Bruticus and Menasor easily overpowered Superion. However, Scramble City itself soon drove up and blasted both combiners into the distance. {{storylink|Scramble City: Mobilization}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Great Transformer War'' manga=====<br /> Galvatron kidnapped Doctor [[Dalton]] of [[Eran]] to upgrade the might of his combiner warriors. When the Autobot combiners arrived to save Dalton, Brawl and his teammates were deployed at high speeds from Onslaught's launcher mode. They met Superion in mid-air, and the force of their deployment enabled the combiner teams to tear him apart. The Combaticons then merged into Bruticus to move in for the kill. They were ultimately outwitted by the Autobots, however, who rescued Dalton and safely returned to Metroplex. {{storylink|The Great Transformer War issue 1|The Great Transformer War #1}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Headmasters'' cartoon=====<br /> Brawl and the Combaticons participated in an all-out Decepticon attack on Cybertron, {{storylink|Four Warriors Come out of the Sky}} until [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] arrived and drove them away. {{storylink|The Mystery of Planet Master}} Shortly afterwards, [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] set out to find the [[Matrix of Leadership]] and bring it to Optimus Prime, and the Combaticons were among the troops sent out to stop him. They were ambushed by the Protectobots, and defeated when Defensor buried Bruticus in a rockfall. {{storylink|Birth of the Fantastic Double Prime}} Not long after that, the Combaticons defended [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] against [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Twincast]]'s attempted infiltration, but failed when the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] arrived and distracted them. {{storylink|The Great Cassette Operation}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SOSfromSandra Terrorcon Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;NO MERCY! RIP 'EM APART! I'LL MURDERIZE 'EM! I'LL —&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;Your squad's over there, Brawl.&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;RIGHT! I KNEW THAT!&quot;]]<br /> The Combaticons were later part of ''another'' attack on Cybertron, during which they killed plenty of [[Generic|soldiers]] before getting into another fight with Defensor. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 1}} They lost. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 2}} When the Decepticons planted a giant carnivorous plant in [[San Francisco]], the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] and [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] were stationed to attack any Autobots who arrived to kill it. {{storylink|Head On!! Fortress Maximus}} When the Autobots were preparing [[energon cube]]s to aid the planet [[Sandra (planet)|Sandra]], Brawl attacked them alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]], taking [[Blot (G1)|Blot]]'s place for [[Animation error|reasons unknown]]. {{storylink|SOS from Planet Sandra}} [[Sixshot]] later sent all the Combaticons, Terrorcons and [[Horrorcon]]s to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]], in order to lure Autobot troops away from [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]]. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} The Combaticons also later unleashed Bruticus as Sixshot continued his reign of terror over the Autobots on Earth. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}} <br /> <br /> Brawl was present when [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] held a speech about Galvatron's recent death and took control of the Decepticons. {{storylink|I Risk My Life for Earth}} Bruticus was later part of a small group of Decepticons who tried to lead Fortress Maximus away from the Decepticon base on [[Master (planet)|Master]]. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} The combiner then stood by and laughed as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] sank the luxury liner ''[[Queen World]]'' in the Atlantic Ocean, before being ordered to defend a [[Death Tower]] in [[Australia]]. Bruticus easily took care of Defensor when the Autobot tried to destroy the tower, but was ordered to retreat when the machine activated. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 1)}} As Bruticus, the Combaticons participated in the final battle with the Autobots at the North Pole, and retreated into space when Scorponok's energy-absorbing satellite started tearing the Earth apart. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> =====''Super-God Masterforce'' manga=====<br /> Brawl formed the right leg of [[Scramble 7]], a Decepticon combiner using various combiner team members in a supposedly &quot;ideal&quot; configuration. Scramble 7 attacked the Autobot base on [[Athenia]], but was defeated by [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]], [[Lightfoot (Masterforce)|Lightfoot]] and [[Ranger]] thanks to their use of [[Chōkon Power]]. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The United Earth-Space Troops}}<br /> <br /> =====''Unite Warriors''=====<br /> When the Combaticons were hosting an illegal arms trading market, Brawl was annoyed to find his gun and combiner extremity among Swindle's wares. {{storylink|Unite Warriors Offshot#Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!|Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!}}<br /> <br /> =====''Zone'' cartoon, manga, and story pages=====<br /> Seeking to create a [[Decepticon Zone]] to counter the [[Micro|Autobot Zone]], [[Emperor of Destruction|Decepticon Emperor]] [[Violen Jiger]] gathered together the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]], upgrading them with powerful new armor and weaponry, then sent them forth to conquer planets. Brawl was of those summoned, but only as part of Bruticus. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (story page)|Zone Part 1}} {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (manga)|Zone}} {{storylink|Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!}}<br /> <br /> ====''Wings Universe''====<br /> {{Wingsnote}}<br /> [[File:EliteGuardCombaticons TheComingStorm2.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was part of an Autobot [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] special ops unit created by [[Magnum]] to take out the various [[Decepticon Warlord|leaders]] of the new Decepticon faction, in the hopes of ending the war quickly. He was assigned to the &quot;Combaticons&quot; as their Ground Assault specialist. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 2}}<br /> <br /> Before they could get started on their primary mission, however, the [[Autobot High Council]] had a more...diplomatic mission for the Elite Guard. Teamed with their fellow squad, [[Metalhawk (Masterforce)|Metalhawk]]'s Strike Team, Brawl and the Combaticons were to make contact with an archeological team heralded by [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]] as responsible for one of the greatest finds of recent history. Brawl had little interest in the old bot's preaching, and he spent the mission briefing drawing little cartoon bombs and explosions on the sheet in front of him. When the Councilbot started talking about demolition work, though, Brawl suddenly became more interested in the job.<br /> <br /> Out at [[Median]], they found the mission was even more complicated than Alpha Trion let on. Dig coordinator [[Flip Sides (G1)|Flipsides]] explained how they had uncovered a massively powerful artifact known as the [[Heart of the Dragon]], and the Decepticons had already become aware of it. Brawl and the Elite Guard began fortifying the town to [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]]'s specifications to resist attack. Although he preferred DEstruction over CONstruction, Brawl still got to make a lot of noise setting up the barricades, so he enjoyed the work immensely. When [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] of the Strike Team commented how he sometimes missed his truck mode after seeing Brawl in action, the gruff Combaticon laid out his credo for life: ''Reformatting's for wimps.'' Oh, and ''&quot;Aim for the mouth, so's you don't have to talk to them.&quot;'' One bot, many credos. <br /> <br /> When the attack came, Brawl operated on the second line of defense with Onslaught, [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]] and the Strike Team's weaponry expert, [[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]]. Once the Decepticon [[Stormtrooper (G1)|Stormtrooper]]s made it through the first line, however, it became a game of cybercat and ironmouse, as the 'Cons split up and used sensor ghosts to send the Elite Guard chasing their tails. By the time Brawl even got a clean shot at one of 'em, the Decepticons had already secured their objective and were speeding back to base. <br /> <br /> The Elite Guard pursued them and managed to infiltrate the Stormtroopers' transforming mobile fortress, the [[Metrotitan (Zone)|Metrotitan]]. They were forced to confront [[Brimstone (G1 Decepticon)|Brimstone]], a tiny but powerful Transformer brought to life by the Heart of the Dragon. His fiery breath decoupled molecules, sending even Brawl scurrying for cover. Despite said scurrying, Brawl was uncomfortable with leaving Brimstone to burn himself out like the turncoat Stormtrooper [[Drench (G1)|Drench]] suggested. One can only hope the massive explosion that consumed Brimstone and leveled the Metrotitan was enough to satisfy Brawl's battlelust. {{storylink|Flames of Yesterday}}<br /> <br /> Over the following weeks, the Combaticons and Strike Team continued working together on co-assigned missions against the Decepticon hierarchy. Although they bonded on a personal level, the Combaticons were aware Metalhawk's team was a bit more...squeamish about the duties of war than they were. When they captured a [[Dropkick (G1)|Cubeformer]] Decepticon, for instance, Brawl tortured the unwilling informant away from the Strike Team to get the information they needed, and Onslaught concocted a story about a suicide implant to explain the Con's demise. After successfully assassinating Decepticon field leader [[Shadowcaster]], the Combaticons remained in the field to search for more information. They got more than they bargained for and were captured by [[Deathsaurus (Victory)|Deathsaurus]]'s forces. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 3}}<br /> <br /> Brawl and the Combaticons were isolated behind Oan energy bars, although Brawl was stubborn enough to constantly try and force his way past the unbreakable bars, until his exo-structure was smoldering with the feedback. They were brought before Deathsaurus, who slyly began to manipulate the Special Ops Team into becoming true &quot;Combaticons&quot; under the Decepticon banner. A personal touch was added to sway every Combaticon, but for Brawl he needed to do little more than suggest he ''needed'' help from the Elite Guard in order to fight. That was all it took to make Brawl determined to destroy the Elite Guard just to prove Deathsaurus wrong. Brawl...not very bright. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 4}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons led an assault on Elite Guard headquarters with Deathsaurus's forces and unveiled the modifications their new commander had fitted them with: combination technology to form the big, bad, battlin' [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]! {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 5}} Bruticus managed to slaughter pretty much all of the Guard before [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] blinded the giant, forcing them to separate. They headed back to Deathsaurus's base for repairs. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 6}}<br /> <br /> Repairs proceeded, but the Combaticons were startled to learn that Deathsaurus could force them to combine into Bruticus at will. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 1}} {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 2}} They still turned out to help defend the base against the remnants of the Elite Guard. Brawl started bashing [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] around, and finally the moment he'd been waiting impatiently for came — the Combaticons began to merge... and were promptly blasted. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 3}} When it turned out they'd been blasted by more survivors of the Elite Guard massacre, Brawl announced they'd have to have another go at killing them all, but sadly Blast Off was indisposed, so they couldn't form Bruticus. During the end of the battle retreat, Brawl pointed out that Blast Off was still missing, and it delayed the team long enough for the Elite Guard to capture them. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> In the hands of the compromised [[Gyronian Sentry|Gyronian Sentry Team]], the Combaticons were whisked away to Deathsaurus's fortress, now under Megatron's control. Though Megatron gave them the option, none of them cared to help Deathsaurus, and they were imprisoned and their personality components subsequently interred in the Decepticon Detention Center. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br /> {{noteukonly}}<br /> [[File:Buster combaticons second generation.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> ''[[Buster Witwicky (G1)|Buster Witwicky]], who had held the power of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Creation Matrix]] inside his mind, once experienced nightmares of strange new Transformers, [[Special Teams]] with the ability to merge into a giants. Brawl and his Combaticon teammates appeared in one of Buster's earlier dreams, before he sought help from the Autobots. In order to process the information his subconscious was feeding him, Buster linked his mind with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]], so that the next dream came through far clearer than the previous ones. Together, they saw into the near future, where Brawl and the Combaticons encountered the Autobots at the [[Pullen Power Plant]]. Here, the Combaticons joined forces with the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] against their Autobot counterparts, the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]]. The Combaticons fought together as Bruticus, but were defeated by the teamwork shown by Autobot gestalts [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. After Prime and Buster awoke, the Autobots immediately went to work designing these new warriors. Thanks to [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]]'s hacking skills, however, [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Shockwave]] also saw the visions and began working on their own Special Teams.'' {{storylink|The Special Teams Have Arrived}} {{storylink|Second Generation!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Swindle brawl afterdeath.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1]]<br /> On his first mission on Earth, Brawl was sent with the Combaticons and [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] to steal a [[hydrothermocline]] device from [[Energy Futures Industries]]. When they arrived, they were met by Optimus Prime and the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], laying in wait for them. Brawl combined with his team to form Bruticus, but before the giant got a chance to brawl with [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]], [[Ethan Zachary|a human]] suggested that they'd play a [[Multi-World|video game]] over the plant instead. Optimus Prime and Megatron both agreed, and Brawl was sent into the video game along with the other Combaticons, Protectobots, and faction leaders. Brawl teamed up with [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] to destroy [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] and [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] in the &quot;Vineland&quot; area of the game. However, they were tripped up by a bunch of vine creatures, [[Decrystallizer cannon|crystallized]], and blown to smithereens. Game over. {{storylink|Afterdeath!}} ''These events were observed by the [[time travel]]ling [[Dicet Alpha-zero]].'' {{storylink|The Quest!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:GonebutNotForgotten Brawlheadcrush.JPG|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;MEGATRON... PLEASE, NO!! I... CAN'T BREA... WAIT!! I... HAVE A... MOU...&quot; *krunnk*]]<br /> Unluckily for him, Brawl learned nothing about caution from this experience. A few days later, he mouthed off at Megatron, telling him to get over the fact that Optimus Prime had died by someone else's hands. Megatron proceeded to pop Brawl's head like a ripe melon and throw his deactivated body into a wall. {{storylink|Gone but Not Forgotten!}}<br /> <br /> ''He got better. On a later mission, Soundwave and the Combaticons were commissioned with destroying the inactive super-Decepticon known as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], who had been trapped inside the lava flow of an active volcano, preserving him like a fly in amber. Shockwave, who had been commanding the Combaticons ever since Megatron was believed dead in a [[space bridge]] accident, nevertheless saw Galvatron as a potential threat to his command, and wanted him eliminated permanently. Vortex and the others were to set up explosive charges around the mouth, burying the future warrior forever. Their plans were waylaid by a group of human females, who used up most of the explosives against the Combaticons. The Decepticons were then forced to retreat once [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and the [[Throttlebot]]s arrived to back-up the humans, but they swore vengeance for the interference.'' {{storylink|Ladies' Night (issue)|Ladies' Night}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl first aid used autobots.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2]]<br /> After chasing the Throttlebots around, the Combaticons eventually attacked them in a car lot, and Brawl got into another fight with the Protectobots as they arrived on the scene. Blaster stopped him from shooting [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] in the back, and the Combaticons were eventually forced to retreat. {{storylink|Used Autobots}} Shortly afterwards, the group decided to ambush the Protectobots on their way to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. They failed to take the Autobots completely by surprise as Hot Spot recognized Brawl's tank tracks on the ground, and the ensuing battle quickly led to the groups combining. Bruticus claimed victory over Defensor with his brute strength, but was soon tricked and broken into his component parts by Blaster. {{storylink|Child's Play (issue)|Child's Play}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl prime bomb.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7]]<br /> Brawl was amongst the large number of Decepticons who ambushed the Autobots on the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]], only to be beaten back by Blaster and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Totaled!}}<br /> <br /> ''Eventually, the Combaticons fell under the command of [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]]. On his orders, Brawl's team staged a raid on the [[Rutter U.S. Military Base]]. There, they secured two armed warheads and components from an advanced guidance computer. The Protectobots intervened part-way through the theft, but once Blast Off cleared the area with the loot, the rest of the team used hit-and-run tactics to fend their rivals off, eventually managing their own getaway.''<br /> <br /> ''Afterwards, the remaining Combaticons went to check on [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]] and [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]]'s progress at [[Alternate Reality, Inc.]], where Scorponok had likewise tasked them to steal a [[floppy disk]] containing a back-up copy of Optimus Prime's mind. They found [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] about to shoot the jets out of the sky, and blasted the Combiner in the back, crippling him before he could pull the trigger. With the mission a success, Brawl's group then made themselves scarce.'' {{storylink|Prime Bomb!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====''Transformers Comic-Magazin''====<br /> When the Decepticons engaged in many attempts at obtaining Earth's energy resources around the globe, Brawl and the Combaticons joined forces as Bruticus to battle Superion. {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 11|Transformers in Action: He Who Laughs Last ...}}<br /> <br /> ====Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic====<br /> [[File:Totalwar-combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticons preparing to charge into battle against the [[Cybertronian (faction)|Cybertronian Empire]]. The skirmish ended with the Decepticons soundly defeated. {{storylink|New Dawn}} He was later seen with his fellow Combaticons attempting to defend the [[Warworld]] against boarders. The enemy managed to overrun the vessel, likely meaning that Brawl died alongside the other Decepticons during an unseen skirmish. {{storylink|Total War!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===The Special Teams===<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons were created by Starscream on a remote Pacific island, by combining military vehicles with Energon cubes. They then drove to the [[Pullen Power Plant]], passing Optimus Prime en route, though the Autobot leader was none-the-wiser to the Decepticons in disguise. Onslaught, Brawl and Swindle arrived first on the battlefield, coming upon Menasor already engaged in battle with Defensor. Onslaught then ordered to rest of his team to merge with him to form Bruticus. {{storylink|The Special Teams}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Ladybird Books continuity===<br /> Brawl was damaged trying to breach [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]'s defenses. He was towed in for repairs by Onslaught and the Decepticon recovery crew. {{storylink|Decepticon Hideout}}<br /> <br /> ===Battle Beneath the Ice===<br /> [[File:BBTI-Combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl joined his fellow Combaticons, Vortex and Blast Off, in searching for a city the humans had found hidden beneath the ice. After a brief battle with the Aerialbots, both sides learned that the [[city-dweller]]s were dangerous to Autobot and Decepticon alike, and joined forced against the [[Watcher]] and his ilk. [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and the Aerialbots complied with the truce, allowing Brawl and the Combaticons to leave unmolested once everything was over. {{storylink|Battle Beneath the Ice}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===St. Michael ''The Transformers'' Sticker Book===<br /> {{notemultipath}}<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons served under [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] on a Decepticon ship, when they managed to shoot down the ship being captained by Ultra Magnus. After the Autobots crash-landed on planet [[Barrenikon]], the Decepticons landed their ship nearby to finish off their enemies. In the many possible adventures that followed, Brawl and the other Decepticons often underestimated you, which often led to them losing to the Autobots, leaving them either stranded on Barrenikon, or fleeing after they received too much damage. That is, if you somehow didn't get yourself killed at their hands. {{storylink|The Transformers Sticker Book (St. Michael)|The Transformers Sticker Book}}<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br /> [[File:Brawltww.jpg|left|upright=0.85|thumb|This... is my BOOMSTICK!]]<br /> Brawl participated in [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s siege on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] {{storylink|The War Within issue 2|The War Within #2}} and, upon arrival, quickly shifted to his tank mode to rain down firepower onto the Autobot stronghold. {{storylink|The War Within issue 3|The War Within #3}} He was joined by fellow heavy-artillery 'bots, [[Quake (G1)|Quake]] and [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] in his assault. {{storylink|The War Within issue 4|The War Within #4}} Brawl was on the front lines of the Decepticon army when they finally managed to penetrate the last of the Autobots' defenses. {{storylink|The War Within issue 5|The War Within #5}}<br /> <br /> During the Dark Ages, when Optimus Prime and Megatron both disappeared into a prototype space-bridge, both factions splintered into several sub-groups. During this time, footage of Brawl's part in the Iacon attack was reviewed by Prowl in preparation for attacks on multiple fronts. {{storylink|Fragmentation (G1)|Fragmentation}} As part of a combiner group, Brawl's actions were somewhat limited by the [[Crisis Intervention Accord]]; it is unknown how he occupied his time while the Accord was in place. {{storylink|Devastation}}<br /> <br /> Millions of years later, the Combaticons were considered war criminals and held in the detention blocks on Cybertron. {{storylink|Cold War (issue)|Cold War}} Starscream arranged to have them released and brought to Earth as his own private brigade, absconding from Cybertron as Shockwave's regime was being overthrown by the Autobots. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}} <br /> <br /> Returning to the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'' via an uncooperative [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], Starscream realized he needed to take parts from the Autobots' [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] if he ever hoped to get the ''Nemesis'' flying again, and for that he needed considerable firepower. Fortunately, there was a nearby abandoned military testing ground from which the Combaticons could scan Earth-based alternate modes. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} When the attack on the ''Ark'' was launched, the Autobots had little problem defending against the first wave, successfully capturing [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], but several of the Autobots were soundly beaten when the Combaticons showed up and combined into the mighty Bruticus. The behemoth attacked the ''Ark'' freeing his Decepticon compatriots before going after [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. Unfortunately, the Autobots activated their ship's self-destruct before escaping, damaging the Combaticons in the resulting explosion. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}}<br /> <br /> Damaged or not, the Combaticons soon had to face a powerful enemy when the crazed zealot [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] appeared on Earth, but before they could attack him, Bruticus' head was blown apart by [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] in the Autobot supply ship ''[[Orion]]''. In the aftermath, Bruticus's barely-conscious body was battered upon by an angry Brawn. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} Starscream was forced into an alliance with the Autobots to save his neck, and the Combaticons were partially recharged as released as part of the arrangement. {{storylink|Skyfire (issue)|Skyfire}}<br /> <br /> [[File:G1DW SkyLynx defeats Combaticons.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|This can't turn out good...]]<br /> <br /> The repaired Combaticons were brought to Guadalcanal where they could hone their somewhat lackluster combat skills and listen to Starscream's long-winded aspirations of glory. When Swindle commented on Starscream's mental state, Brawl agreed, stating that he'd like to pull the Air Commander's cerebro circuits straight out of his faceplate so they could get a better look at them. Starscream overheard their conversation, but let it pass in order for them to fight the magnificent Autobot [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]]. Unfortunately, the Combaticons did not fare well when the crafty Autobot split into his two forms, with Brawl and Onslaught nearly crushed by the Lynx's right paw.<br /> <br /> This was the least of their troubles, however, as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] showed up as soon as Sky Lynx was deactivated. This encounter also did not end well. {{storylink|The Route of All Evil}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers''===<br /> As part of [[Serpentor|Serpent O.R.]]'s forces, Brawl defended the newly unified Decepticon army's base against a combined Autobot/[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] strike force. {{storylink|The Art of War issue 5|The Art of War #5}}<br /> <br /> ===''The Beast Within''===<br /> During an all-out Decepticon offensive, Brawn helped the Predacons battle the Dinobots. When the Dinobots combined into their gestalt form, Brawl combined with his fellow Combaticons in order to square off against [[Beast (G1)|The Beast]]. {{storylink|The Beast Within}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW Generation 1 continuity===<br /> {{ongoing}}<br /> [[File:Autocracy12-BrawlOnslaughtSkullgrinBlitzwing.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;C'mon! Us tank 'Cons gotta stick together!&quot;]]<br /> Early in the war, Brawl defended the [[Citadel]] from the Autobots as part of Blitzwing's unit and was ordered with [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] and [[Skullgrin]] to contain the Autobot forces. He got crushed by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dynobots]] soon after the order. {{storylink|Endgame}} Together with the other Combaticons he left Cybertron rather than suffer [[Scorponok (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Scorponok]]'s leadership, and they made their way to the [[Presidium (planet)|Presidium]] to steal a weapons cache for their own use. Inside the vault was not weapons, however, but [[Starscream (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Starscream]] who offered the Combaticons payment to return to the fold now that [[Megatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Megatron]] was back. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} They accepted and returned to Cybertron to participate in Megatron's attack on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]]. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Spotlight Arcee Arcee hits Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl was a member of the Combaticon tactical unit under the command of [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]]'s [[Decepticon Secret Service]] and helped capture the [[Pretender Monster|&quot;gestalt&quot; transformers]] being held in the [[Garrus-9]] detention facility. He loved killing things: &quot;''We aim to maim!''&quot; Presumably, he was not particularly keen on being maimed himself, as he was impaled by [[Arcee (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Arcee]]'s twin saber blades. {{storylink|Spotlight: Arcee}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Land Ironclads Brawl misses Swindle.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.0]]<br /> After a deal was negotiated between Arcee and Banzai-Tron, Brawl and the other Combaticons later helped her in an attempt to recapture [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]] (who had been stolen by [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]] and [[Nova Prime|Nemesis Prime's]] forces), though the insane Autobot disappeared mid-battle. {{storylink|Spotlight: Sideswipe}}<br /> <br /> Years later, most of the Combaticons were left stranded and energon-less on Earth following a failed invasion. They were hired by [[North Korea]]n leader [[Kim Jong Du]] to lead an attack on the [[South Korea|South]]. Brawl, Onslaught and Vortex destroyed a South Korean outpost on the border of the DMZ to this end. {{storylink|International Incident Part 1: &quot;The Land Ironclads&quot;|The Land Ironclads}} They chafed under Kim's leadership, but unlike them, the Koreans knew how to produce [[energon]], so they had no choice but to obey. Inevitably, the Autobots showed up to stop the Combaticons from getting involved with human conflicts, but were forced to stay in their vehicle modes for the battle. Car modes and [[Skywatch]] [[crash suit]]s were hardly a match for a tank like Brawl, and the Combaticons got away. {{storylink|International Incident Part 2: &quot;Ranks of Bronze&quot;|Ranks of Bronze}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Hawk Among the Sparrows Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.25|right]]<br /> While Brawl and his teammates were celebrating their victory, the Autobots returned, and this time they had no problems with transforming. Without exclusive access to robot modes, the Combaticons were outnumbered, with Brawl having to deal with [[Jazz (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Jazz]] and [[Prowl (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Prowl]] simultaneously. {{storylink|International Incident Part 3: &quot;Hawk Among the Sparrows&quot;|Hawk Among the Sparrows}} He soon found himself defeated and tied up whilst the Autobots dealt with both the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]] and a [[Russia]]n nuke sent to wipe them all out. While they made sure to destroy the North Korean energon facilities, the Autobots couldn't take prisoners at the time, and so the Combaticons were presumably set free. {{storylink|International Incident Part 4: &quot;All My Sins Remembered&quot;|All My Sins Remembered}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Only Forward Brawl tortured.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Several months later, Brawl and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] attacked Prowl as he investigated some sensitive issues. He wasn't worried when [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] came to Prowl's rescue, since the Autobots could never penetrate his armor plating in tank mode, but was defeated and captured after Prowl fired a shot straight through his barrel. Stuck in a state of mid-transformation, he was brought to the Autobot base and interrogated as to who sent him. Brawl insisted that it was all him, but when pressed for information, a failsafe installed in his body by Swindle activated and fused the Autobots' [[Suppressor (device)|suppressors]] to his neural net, sending him into nigh-[[stasis lock]]. {{storylink|Police Action Part 2: Only Forward|Only Forward}} {{storylink|Police Action Part 3: A Second Chance at Eden|A Second Chance at Eden}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was eventually cured and brought home to a reformatted Cybertron, where he was brought by Starscream with a bunch of other Cybertronians to pressure Prowl into revealing one of his secret discoveries below ground. Later underground, they witnessed a [[Titan (IDW)|Titan]] declare that Starscream was the Cybertronian destined to unite their whole race. He and the other Cybertronians celebrated afterwards with Starscream. {{storylink|Primus: All Good Things}} When Megatron returned from a long absence only to be captured by the Autobots, Brawl and the other Decepticons started a riot and assaulted the Autobot prison, rescuing him. {{storylink|The Verge}}<br /> <br /> In the wake of Megatron's defection to the Autobots, [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Galvatron]] and [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] took command of the Decepticons and led them back to Earth, where they formed an alliance with [[Earth Defense Command]] against the Autobots. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 1: Hello Cruel World|Hello Cruel World}} Once [[Optimus Prime (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s arrived with a team of Autobots, Brawl and the others confronted them at the town of [[Poverty Flat]], passing themselves off as United States military vehicles to the locals. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 2: Detonation Boulevard|Detonation Boulevard}} This attempt at secrecy was foiled when the Autobots brought in a defected [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], forcing the EDC to teleport the Decepticons out of there. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 3: The Mind Bomb|The Mind Bomb}} The Decepticons clashed with the Autobots again at the EDC's [[Bikini Atoll]] base in a battle that ended with massive damage to their [[Nemesis (G1)|ship]]. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 5: I Dream of Wires|I Dream of Wires}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SouthOfHeaven-BrawlLaserbeakBuzzsaw.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|Brawl's secret love for the song &quot;I'm Like A Bird&quot; is revealed.]]<br /> Brawl joined Soundwave's group in visiting the satellite commune that the humans were building for them near Jupiter, but found himself the source of many of [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]'s jokes due to his unease floating around in zero-gravity. {{storylink|South of Heaven}} He took a shuttle back to Cybertron with [[Needlenose (G1)|Needlenose]] to make contact with the disgruntled Decepticons and teamed up with [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]], and proceeded to whip up anger and intimidate Camien evangelists. Brawl told Dreadwing that Galvatron was the leader they should've ''always'' had, but during a bar conversation with their new ally, Brawl found himself increasingly angry that Needlenose kept talking about negotiations, soft power, and communes. He overturned their table and got cheers from the crowd as he yelled that the Decepticons should just ''take'' &quot;what is ours&quot;, from equality to whole planets. (Then, being a dick, he asked Needlenose to buy replacements for the drinks he'd just spilled.) {{storylink|The Transgressors}}<br /> <br /> Remaining on Cybertron, Brawl started hanging out with his fellow Combaticon teammates again as they stewed over Starscream's leadership and his attempts to sweep the past aside. {{storylink|The Will of the Few}} On [[Chosen One Day]], Brawl and the guys bought Onslaught a brand new grenade to show him they cared. {{storylink|Choose Me}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Perihelion-BrawlShoulderTackleArcee.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.35|That's For [[Spotlight: Arcee| THIS]]!!!!]]<br /> Following a Decepticon rally, Brawl and his fellow Galvatron loyalists approached Starscream about getting unfettered access to the space bridge for their people. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 1: Aphelion|Aphelion}} That night, they led a Decepticon march through Iacon Spaceport 1. After blasting Needlenose's interfering brother [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]], Brawl and the other Decepticons used the bridge to travel to the ''Ark-7'', where they confronted the Autobots trapped inside Blackrock's force field. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}} Brawl battered Arcee into shutdown, then walked into the captured bridge and casually shot the defeated [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]. Then he cut into Needlenose's call to Soundwave and explained the ''real'' reason for all this: Galvatron wanted them to invade Earth and all that &quot;peace&quot; and &quot;alliances&quot; talk was bunk. The ''Ark-7'' was crashed into [[Shanghai]] and the Decepticons all fell into line with Galvatron, with Brawl cheerily telling Needlenose he was glad the guy hadn't gone soft after all. NOW LET'S KILL SOME HUMANS!<br /> <br /> When the Autobots abruptly arrived {{storylink|Conquerors Part 4: Perihelion|Perihelion}} Brawl ecstatically threw himself into the fray. However, the [[Earth Defense Command]]'s &quot;mindbomb&quot; felled him within the first minute, the [[People's Liberation Army Mecha Force|Chinese Mecha Force]] began tearing through the Decepticons, and all his team either fled to Soundwave or, in Galvatron's case, teleported out. Brawl was taken through the space bridge by [[Ironhide (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Ironhide]], but began fighting his way through the Autobots in a panic and reignited the fight at the other end. Barely surviving an attack by Devastator, he was able to slip away. {{storylink|All Hail Optimus Part 1: Once Upon a Time on Earth|Once Upon a Time on Earth}}<br /> <br /> While Onslaught was busy trying to find Swindle's body, Vortex and Brawl took several odd jobs to pay for their home and Engex. He showed particular annoyance when Blast Off went out as well, given that their client was found by Blast Off. {{storylink|07:00:00}} During the riots, Vortex and Brawl took Engex bets on whether or not Blast Off was alive; Vortex won the bet and added that today was a good day for the Combaticons as a whole. When Onslaught took Blast Off for debriefing, Vortex threatened that he and Brawl would go on without them, though it proved just to be hot air. {{storylink|Applicable Skills}} <br /> <br /> When Blast Off eventually found the location of Swindle's body, he and Onslaught went after Rattrap. They soon met up with Blast Off and Vortex, who had learned from Wheeljack that Swindle was brain dead and his body was being held deep inside Metroplex. After being led to Swindle, {{storylink|Things We Said We'd Never Do}} Onslaught used the Enigma of Combination to fuse all of the Combaticons into [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. However, due to Swindle's brain dead mind, Bruticus was incredibly unstable, and Brawl initially panicked from Swindle's pain of being shot. Regardless, Brawl, Vortex and Onslaught all began reveling in their new-found power despite Blast Off's reservation regarding their actions. Soon the gestalt was defeated, and Brawl passed out on the pavement. {{storylink|The Line Between Us}} <br /> <br /> Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned and awaiting trial, though Ironhide was reluctant to prosecute them if their mental scarring proved too great. {{storylink|Ping}} The Combaticons were still comatose when Starscream told the [[Eukaris|Eukarian]] [[Mnemosurgery|mnemosurgeon]] [[Airachnid (G1)|Airachnid]] to turn them to his side as one of his combiners. Because the Combaticons minds had imprinted on each other during their combination, Airachnid found them more susceptible to the process, and thus had them believe that they had always been working for Starscream, using the aware-of-the-manipulation Blast Off to cover any holes in the story. As a result, Brawl and the others were made to believe that they had been Starscream's secret and loyal bodyguards, and that their forming of Bruticus had been a last-ditch attempt to save Swindle's life with Starscream's approval. {{storylink|The Price of You}} Soon the Combaticons &quot;resumed&quot; their work of protecting Starscream, and on Onslaught's first day back Brawl prepared to take the night shift. {{storylink|If I Know You}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was among the security detail for the ceremony to welcome Earth into the Council of Worlds. When [[Iron Ring|a group of human assailants]] attacked, he mobilised to fight back and evacuate Starscream. {{storylink|First Strike issue 1|First Strike #1}} <br /> <br /> During her campaign for the role of Cybertron's leadership, Windblade invited people to speak with her one-on-one, Brawl was an unexpected speaker. Admitting that he was now afraid of dying because of the near-death experience caused by the forming of Bruticus, Brawl told Windblade he didn't want the war to start over and that she was the best candidate to prevent that from happening. During the final debate, Starscream revealed all of his crimes to the public, including the manipulation of the Combaticons. As a result, Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned for their rampage as Bruticus. {{storylink|The Chosen One}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: All Spark''===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Another Episode, Part 1}} {{storylink|Another Episode, Part 2}}}}<br /> <br /> ===''Kre-O'' online manga===<br /> Summoned by Starscream to act as his elite squad (whose first mission, of course, was to overthrow [[Megatron (Kre-O)|Megatron]]), Brawl rolled onto the scene alongside [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], and a repainted [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]]. When Onslaught boasted that they could leave the strategy to him, Brawl declared that he'd handle the destroying. Like Onslaught and Swindle, Brawl was irritated when Vortex offered to stay behind and guard the base. When the Combaticons combined into Bruticus, Vortex constant worry for the base's safety compelled the team to withdraw. Shortly after, Starscream, under imminent threat of a beating from Megatron, contacted the team to demand to know where they were, Brawl joined his teammates in happily informing their illustrious leader they were all protecting the base together. Aww. {{Storylink|New Military Unit Combaticon! Bruticus, Combine!}}<br /> <br /> ===''Cloud''===<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===<br /> The Combaticons infiltrated [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] disguised as their vehicles, with Brawl taking on the form of a [[MOBAT]] tank. During the Decepticon-[[Cobra]] attack on the [[United Nations]], the Combaticons revealed themselves and combined into Bruticus to fight [[GIJONIN]]. {{storylink|Expelled from the Garden}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Combiner Wars'' cartoon===<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticon troops who bore witness to a pivotal duel between Optimus Prime and Megatron, one meant to end the war before the never-ending arms race between the two factions spiralled further out of control. {{storylink|Prelude to Transformers: Combiner Wars - Optimus Prime}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> *Brawl, [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] were part of a Decepticon attack force that assaulted the Autobots' launch site. All three were rammed by Ultra Magnus in his vehicle mode as he entered the fray. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus commercial}}<br /> *Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons charged down a ravine to face-off against [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]. As they neared him, the Combaticons combined into Bruticus and took to the skies. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Bruticus and Metroplex|Bruticus and Metroplex commercial}}<br /> *Brawl was part of a massive battle between Kreons. He and the Combaticons combined into Bruticus to gain the advantage in battle, and then chased the Autobots off alongside [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]]. {{storylink|Commercial#Kre-O|KRE-O Transformers Micro Changers and Combiners Construction Sets commercial}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers Legends''===<br /> Brawl was active in the Decepticon/Autobot war when [[Doctor Arkeville]] created [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]]. He didn't take an active role when the Doctor's creation went[[File:Example.jpg]] on a rampage and was stopped by the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] however. {{storylink|Nemesis Rising}} Brawl assisted [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] and [[Apeface]] in attacking the Autobots on Earth in an attempt to obtain the [[Key to the Plasma Energy Chamber]], but even with his help, the mission was a failure. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Earth Defense Command}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:BattleTacticsBrawl.jpg|thumb|400px|left|I could bend over to use my tank cannon, but this oversized gun is ''way'' better!]]<br /> Brawl participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Rare character who could be recruited by collecting 160 units of Cybermetal, and 95 units of Transmetal. He was also a starter character for all players at a later point in the game. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===<br /> [[file: BrawlEarthWars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.75|Hey, no need for a giant gun on my back. I got a Grenade Launcher. And '''LOUD ROCKETS'''.]]<br /> <br /> Brawl is one of warriors on Earth alongside his fellow Combaticons. He's probably jealous that [[Swindle (G1)| Swindle]] got to Earth first before him. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}<br /> <br /> When Swindle gets wind that the Autobots are on the move to a signal in the Arctic, he and Brawl try to head there themselves. Brawl, as usual, makes himself REALLY loud by shouting, As usual. Swindle tells him to shut up or at least be more quiet, until Starscream comes and finds out about Swindle's plan, and leads the operation himself. Brawl calls for them to wait up.<br /> <br /> When they arrived, he shouted what in the [[Anatomic euphemism#Lugnuts|lugnutz]] had they found. Megatron, who was already there, told him that it was a [[Planet-Destroying Fortress]]. Brawl wanted to blast the entrance open, but Megatron told him that their presence must remain secret to the Autobots on the surface. After Shockwave suggested an alternative, Megatron ordered Brawl to bring in the Constructicons.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Frozen Fortress}}<br /> <br /> While the Constructicons were drilling through the fortress. Brawl made himself extremely noisy, And Long Haul complained that &quot;Brawl has to '''SHOUT''' continually!&quot;. He set up the high explosives to break though the main chamber, and he and Starscream went in first, but retreated upon seeing Deathsaurus. For once he was speechless. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - What Lies Beneath}}<br /> <br /> He appropriately yelled, &quot;LET'S GET OUT OF HERE!&quot; when the fortress was about to self-destruct.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Monster Within}}<br /> <br /> *'''Lowest star rating''': 2 stars<br /> *'''Weapons''': Brawl uses a standard issue grenade launcher, but with grenades that make a larger BOOM. And it's loud. VERY loud. <br /> *'''Ability: Rocket Barrage''': Brawl fires a barrage of six rockets dealing moderate damage to a set area. Upgrade for higher damage and louder rockets. <br /> **'''Cost''': 6 ability points +2 for every reuse.<br /> <br /> [http://wiki.transformersearthwars.com/character:brawl| Brawl at Transformers: Earth Wars Wiki]<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Online'' (2016 video game)===<br /> [[File:Brawl TFO.jpg|thumb|right|300px|&quot;Don't worry my friends I will be your shield&quot; ]]<br /> {{bigquote|I'm just wild by default.}}<br /> <br /> When it comes to notoriety amongst the Decepticons, Brawl is considered the bully of the bunch. Brawl's hot-headed demeanor causes him to easily lose his temper. Regardless of faction, he will relentlessly attack anyone who gets in his way. Despite his wild, militaristic disposition, Brawl is still an exemplary soldier in combat. He is often assigned to serve in a Decepticon vanguard unit. No one knows Brawl's brash shouting was to keep himself sane, because if he keeps quiet, he feels like nothing but a lowly coward.<br /> <br /> In battle, Brawl wields the &quot;[[Giant Fists of Fury]]&quot; and a double barreled, semi-automatic &quot;[[Eye of the Thunderstorm]]&quot; submachine gun. His active skill is &quot;Smart Cover&quot;: <br /> *'''Smart Cover''' — Brawl projects a transparent wall in front of him that only he and his allies can pass and shoot through. {{storylink|Transformers Online (2016 video game)|Transformers Online}} &lt;ref&gt;[http://tfol.qq.com/act/a20160726data/hero12.shtml Brawl on the Transformers Online website]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> [[File:G1Brawl toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Available in space camouflage.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1986/1987/1991)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-67'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Electron gun]], Twin Sonic Cannon<br /> <br /> : Brawl transforms into a green Leopard 1A3 main battle tank. In vehicle mode his armament is supplemented by a large dark gray anti-aircraft gun mounted of the back of the tank's hull. In robot mode Brawl is armed with a small dark gray gun.<br /> <br /> : Early releases of Brawl used painted die-cast metal for his chest and leg-mounted tank treads. This was later replaced by color-cast plastic. The complete set of Combaticons were re-released in the European-market &quot;[[Classics (Europe)|Classics]]&quot; line in 1991; these releases has the [[rubsign]] indent removed from the molding.<br /> <br /> : Brawl normally operates as Bruticus' left leg, but as a [[Scramble City (toyline)|Scramble City]]-style combiner, he can also act as any other limb for any other combination of robots who share the connection design.<br /> <br /> : In 1987, Brawl also came with a randomly-packed Decepticon [[Decoy]] and accompanying mini-comic/checklist.<br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed as ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]'' [[Sandstorm (OC)|Sandstorm]], as well as [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Gift set, 1985)<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-69'''<br /> <br /> :In addition to his single release, Brawl was also sold in a &quot;Bruticus&quot; [[giftset]] alongside the other Combaticons. The gift set was never available in the USA or Canada, but only in [[Japan]] and [[Italy]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generation 2===<br /> [[File:G2Brawl toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Before [[Megaplex]] came about, Megatron disguised Brawl as himself to draw fire away.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1994)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, double-barreled cannon<br /> <br /> : For ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'', Brawl was redecoed with bright green and purple camo. Presumably this is so he can hide in the same green and purple forests as [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Megatron]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1994/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generation 2'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G22012}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-G2Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;I don't care what &quot;G&quot; it is, I'm staying green.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Box set, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle<br /> <br /> : A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' [[Brawl (WFC)#Generations|Decepticon Brawl]], available only as part of an Amazon.com/[[BigBadToyStore]] shared exclusive &quot;Decepticon Bruticus&quot; [[giftset|gift set]], with all the Combaticons' colors based on their 1994 ''Generation 2'' counterparts.<br /> <br /> : Brawl's [[alternate mode]] is a green &quot;[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]]&quot; hover tank with a twin-barreled turret. Unlike most other Transformers toys with tank alternate modes, Brawl sports ''no'' wheels whatsoever. His robot mode rifle can be attached to the turret (between the two cannon barrels) and thus serve as an additional weapon. In robot mode, Brawl can hold his rifle (which features a [[5mm post]] as its handle) in either hand.<br /> <br /> : In addition to his robot and vehicle modes, Brawl can also combine with his fellow Combaticons into Bruticus and serve as any of the gestalt robot's four limbs, though his official configuration shown in the [[instructions]] is the left leg.<br /> <br /> : This toy was [[retool]]ed into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Twintwist]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Universe (2008)===<br /> [[File:Universe-ROTF-toy Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| BRWL!]]<br /> *'''Bruticus Maximus''' (2008)<br /> **''Series'': '''G1 Series'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' [[Kickback (Energon)|Kickback]]/[[Blight (Energon)|Blight]] sculpt, transforming into a green [http://www.army-technology.com/projects/gepard/gepard1.html Gepard] anti-aircraft tank. His tank mode is adorned with the text &quot;1MJ9&quot; in a font that says &quot;brwl&quot; when read upside-down. When combined with the other Combaticons, Brawl is nominally Bruticus Maximus' left leg, though he can be used in any other limb position.<br /> <br /> : He was only available as part of the ''Universe'' Bruticus Maximus [[giftset]], which also contains [[Blast Off (G1)#Universe (2008)|Blast Off]], another redeco of the same sculpt used for Brawl. The ''Universe'' version of the giftset was initially intended to be released as a [[Target]] exclusive in the United States, but ultimately ended up being only available in some non-American markets such as Australia and Singapore. Instead, American markets eventually received a [[rebranding|rebranded]] version of this giftset (with no changes to the toys themselves) in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' packaging (thereby creating a new version of the pre-existing [[live-action film series]] [[Brawl (Movie)#Exclusive figures|Brawl]] character as well as a new [[Blast Off (ROTF)|Blast Off]] character), exclusively available at Target stores in the United States and at Zellers stores in Canada.<br /> <br /> : This sculpt was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Landquake (Timelines)|Landquake]], as well as the ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' versions of Brawl (see [[#United|below]]) and [[Blast Off (G1)#United|Blast Off]]. Another planned redeco, ''[[Movie (toyline)|Movie]]'' [[Gunbarrel (Movie)|Gunbarrel]], was canceled.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/TargetBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Universe'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Encore===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (multi-pack, Japan 2009)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''16'''<br /> <br /> :A reissue of the original G1 Brawl toy at first sight, this toy is actually a redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Armorhide retool of the sculpt. This version of Brawl was only available as part of a Bruticus gift set released under [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' line of reissues.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy Scout Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Ooh, I feel dizzy...]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Scout Class, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Cannon<br /> <br /> : A redeco of [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'']] [[Breacher]], ''Generations'' Brawl transforms into a Land Systems OMC [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratel_IFV Ratel IFV]. His cannon uses the [[C joint]] system, so it can be clipped onto multiple places on his robot mode, as well as on other figures with appropriate mounting points. (The [[instructions]] completely neglect to mention this, instead insisting on keeping the weapon attached to the vehicle roof mount in robot mode, thus keeping his weapon on his back even though he comes packed with the gun clipped onto his fist.) His arm-panels also utilize 3mm clips, therefore they can be equipped with assorted C joint accessories. They can also be removed and used as shields as they too are attached to his wrists with C-joints. The side of Brawl's alt mode is decorated with &quot;D67&quot;, the Japanese ID number of his original toy.<br /> <br /> : Originally developed by Hasbro Asia for release in their territories, Brawl was brought over with many other toys as [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] exclusives for the 2012 holiday season.<br /> <br /> : This mold would also have been used for the canceled 2010 ''Transformers'' [[Bodyblock (TF 2010)|Bodyblock]] toy.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/GDOBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|FOC}}<br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-RetailBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''01/#007'''<br /> **'''PART 5 OF 5!'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[2013]]-[[January 26|01-26]]'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG05'''<br /> **''Accessory:'' rifle<br /> {{note|The TakaraTomy release of ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' Brawl.}}<br /> <br /> : A [[redeco]] of Decepticon Brawl from the [[Bruticus (WFC)#Toys|Decepticon Bruticus]] [[giftset]] was available individually alongside his fellow Combaticons as part of the second [[wave]] of the ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''-themed 2012-onwards Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' assortment. These versions of the Combaticons replace the [[Show-accuracy|game-accurate]], Generation 1-inspired decoes with more &quot;flashy&quot; colors apparently homaging the color scheme of [[Bruticus Maximus (Energon)|Bruticus Maximus]].<br /> <br /> : Aside from the colors, mass retail Brawl is identical to the version from the Decepticon Bruticus gift set.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|CombinerWars}}<br /> <br /> ====Combiner Wars====<br /> [[File:CWDlxBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Third party? I don't need no slaggin' third party!]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of 2016 ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Deluxes, Brawl is an all-new mold that transforms into a military tank of some kind. Though the turret cannot rotate, the barrel can hinge up and down. Said barrel can also pop off for Brawl to wield in robot mode as a rifle.<br /> <br /> : Brawl has a slight engineering problem: his waist isn't designed to completely collapse into itself to attach to the hips, so he literally has no stomach (stock photography tends to hide this issue by showing Brawl from a high angle). Additionally, due to tolerance issues on many copies of the figure, the waist doesn't click in in its intended configuration—leading his chest to often flop backward. Later samples of Brawl and all subsequent uses of the mold however appear to have the remedied the issue for the most part allowing the waist to at least stay tabbed in. Additionally, his robot mode legs do not peg very firmly together, resulting in them separating frequently in arm configuration. Particularly, the tab on the hardpoint for the combined mode hand does not fit snugly into the slot. The tab and slot on his knees is similarly loose, but to a lesser degree.<br /> <br /> : As Brawl is a ''Combiner Wars'' figure, he can combine with his fellow [[Combaticon (G1)#CombinerWars|Combaticons]] to form [[Bruticus (G1)#CombinerWars|Bruticus]] as either an arm or a leg. He can also combine with any ''Unite Warriors'' Voyager class figure or even form one of [[Godbomber#Legends|''Legends'' Godbomber's]] legs.<br /> <br /> : Brawl comes with a copy of &quot;''Combiner Wars'' #2&quot; (actually [[Night and the City|''Robots in Disguise'' #9]]), while regional versions outside of the United States come with a collector card. He and the last three waves of Combiner Wars Deluxe and Voyager figures later started showing up at TJ Maxx at reduced prices with the collector card.<br /> <br /> : This mold was retooled to make [[BotCon 2016]] [[Ram Horn#Combiner Wars|General Ramhorn]], [[Nosecone (G1)#Generations|Nosecone]], [[Drillhorn (Victory)#Generations|Drillhorn]], and [[Killbison#Generations|Ironbison]] .<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G2BruticusSet}}<br /> [[File:TF-Combiner-Wars-G2-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Collection Pack, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories'': Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> :A ''Generation 2''-themed redeco of ''Combiner Wars'' Brawl is packed along with the other Combaticons (including [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#G2BruticusSet|Shockwave]]), and sold together in a massive box.<br /> <br /> :Whether Brawl still had waist problems like his original figure's old variant or slightly secure like the original's new variant is unknown for now.<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===United===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :Released exclusively by TakaraTomy in non-Japanese Asian markets, this redeco of the ''Energon'' Bruticus Maximus set has colours similar to the previous ''Universe'' (2008)/''Revenge of the Fallen'' release, but with a greater emphasis on G1-accuracy. Brawl trades in the olive coloured plastic for dark green and grey. Additionally, the gun-radar/combined mode foot/hand previously cast in translucent coloured plastic is now opaque grey, though his energon star remains orange.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Kre-O===<br /> [[Image:KreO-Toy Brawl.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Bruticus''' (Micro-Changer Combiner, 2013)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A2225'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''79'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, bazooka, 2 clip-on treads<br /> :Brawl comes as part of the Bruticus [[Micro-Changer]] combiner set, and can be rebuilt from his robot mode into a tank. He can also contribute his bricks to form Bruticus. Unlike [[Swindle (G1)#Kre-O|Swindle]] but like [[Onslaught (G1)#Kre-O|Onslaught]], and [[Vortex (G1)#Kre-O|Vortex]], he is based on his [[#Generation 1|Generation 1 toy]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Kre-OBrawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Combiner3pack}}<br /> *'''Combiner Robot Mega Pack''' (3-pack, 2016)<br /> **''Set number'': '''???'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''245'''<br /> <br /> :3 years later, the 3 Micro-Changer combiners, Superion, Bruticus, and Menasor was reissued and released as a 3-pack. The toys were unchanged from their individual releases.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Unite Warriors===<br /> [[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW07-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Multi-pack, 2016-[[June 25|06-25]])<br /> **''ID Number:'' '''UW-07'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Individual Combatron Weapons, Combatron extremities<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''Combiner Wars'' mold in a color scheme based on his cartoon appearance, including changes such as giving him a gray head with yellow eyes and red faceplate and a hand-foot-gun cast in the same brown as his body. Brawl was sold only in a multi-pack with the other Combatrons.<br /> <br /> :As a Deluxe Class ''Unite Warriors'' figure, he can combine to form the leg or arm of any combiner from Hasbro's ''Combiner Wars'' subline or any ''Unite Warriors'' figure, but would usually be associated with Bruticus.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:G1OddCombat.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> [[File:EuroClassicsCombaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> *The [[character model]]s of the Combaticons are kinda... okay, ''heavily'' made-up. Brawl has a lot of extra bits, and his arms are completely different from the toy. Early models of the team which were a bit more accurate to the toys - except for the heads, oddly enough - have shown up in various sourcebooks, though Brawl's is still off in some very odd ways. Even his final vehicle-mode model is off-kilter, resembling a British [[wikipedia:Centurion tank|Centurion]] more than a German Leopard 1.<br /> *The packaging of the 1990 European [[Classics (Europe)|Classics]] release of the original Onslaught toy depicted the Combaticons in new color schemes, despite the fact that the actual toys looked identical to their original releases. While it may never be known for certain, it has been theorized that these colors originated from a packaging printing error rather than a legitimate attempt to [[redeco]] the Combaticons. <br /> *Brawl's animation model was used multiple times (in both robot and tank modes) as [[generic]] Decepticons in the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Armada'' cartoon]].<br /> *According to the [[Walmart]] computer database, there seemed to have been plans at some point for a ''[[War Within (franchise)|War Within]]'' version of Brawl in the 6&quot; ''[[Titanium Series]]'' line. No other evidence of these plans has come to light.<br /> *In the ''Wings of Honor'' continuity the Combaticons are swayed to the Decepticon side by Deathsaurus appealing to their darker natures, represented by one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Shockingly, Brawl's Wrath was his undoing (though one might also make an argument for Lust. Battlelust, that is.)<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Brawl''' (ブロウル, ブロール ''Burōru'')<br /> *''French:'' '''Baggareur''' (Canada)<br /> *''Hungarian:'' '''Huligán''' (&quot;Hooligan&quot;)<br /> *''Italian:'' '''Bomber'''<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Jēng-chǎu''' (Taiwan, 爭吵, &quot;Brawl&quot;), '''Chǎo​ nào​''' (China, 吵闹, &quot;Brawl&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Grom''' (cartoon, Гром, &quot;Thunder&quot;)<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Cloud Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combaticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combiner Wars]]<br /> [[Category:Dreamwave Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Elite Guard]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 2 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:IDW Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kreons]]<br /> [[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br /> [[Category:Super-God Masterforce Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:The Headmasters Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Turncoats]]<br /> [[Category:Unite Warriors Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:United Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Universe (2008)]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Ladybird Books Decepticons]]</div>

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<p>Technospike: /* Transformers: Battle Tactics */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|decepticon|decepticong2|autobot|eliteguard}}<br /> {{picsneeded|Fiction, early model}}<br /> {{disambig3|Brawl}}<br /> :''Brawl is a [[Decepticon]] [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:MTMTEBrawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;I wouldn't need the pistol, but I don't wanna have to bend over to aim...&quot;]]<br /> If '''Brawl'''&lt;nowiki&gt;'&lt;/nowiki&gt;s on the battlefield and you can't hear him coming, it's time to check your audio receptors, because chances are you've gone deaf. Brawl's main distinguishing characteristic is '''VOLUME'''. No matter if he's talking (yelling), moving (clanking and rattling), or fighting (yelling, clanking, rattling, and blasting) you're sure to hear him doing it, as is anyone else in the county. As if that wasn't enough, he is also a ball of barely contained rage and violence with a hair-trigger temper. This makes even his comrades wary, but it does make him a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield... as long as the mission doesn't require stealth. Or zero casualties. <br /> <br /> Brawl combines with his fellow Combaticons to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]].<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br /> ====''The Transformers'' cartoon====<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Tony St. James]] (English), [[Toshio Ishii]] (Japanese)|[[Fritz von Hardenberg]] (German, &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;), [[Willy Schäfer]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; and &quot;The Revenge of Bruticus&quot;), [[Ulf Jürgen Söhmisch]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;)}}<br /> <br /> [[File:StarscreamsBrigade Starscream Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;It's YOUR fault I'm not more toy-accurate!&quot;]]<br /> Brawl was one of the five [[renegade Decepticon]]s liberated by [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] in the Air Commander's latest attempt to unseat [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]]. As an element of their imprisonment, they had been reduced to mere [[personality component]]s, so Starscream installed them into abandoned [[World War II]] military vehicles. The transplant caused the vehicles to immediately reconfigure themselves: Brawl in particular went from being an [[wikipedia:M4 Sherman|M4 Sherman]] tank&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; shooting script&lt;/ref&gt; to being a... more differenter tank, before turning into a robot. Starscream called them &quot;Combaticons&quot; and announced their names as they transformed, but they didn't recognize him. Nor did they feel particularly indebted to him for their release; Brawl even threatened to pound him into scrap for no apparent reason. In the end, Starscream only guaranteed their loyalty though having given them bodies bereft of [[energy absorber]]s, so they would be dependent upon him to refuel. While their first missions for Starscream were initially successful, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]]' intervention meant the brigade's defeat, and Megatron exiled all six to a remote asteroid. {{storylink|Starscream's Brigade}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons managed to tow the asteroid to Cybertron and evict [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]. Brawl would have preferred just to shoot the hell out of the Decepticons and [[Earth]], but [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] managed to rig the [[space bridge]] to drag Earth into the sun. However, the Combaticons were later attacked by mysterious aggressors. Although the Combaticons were confused by their appearance, Brawl figured that they should just annihilate them. As it turned out, the aggressors were holograms created by Starscream and Shockwave, whom the Combaticons captured. Once Megatron, as well as the [[Autobot]]s, arrived, the Combaticons merged into Bruticus, but [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] deactivated him. The Combaticons were then reprogrammed to serve Megatron. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> [[File:BOT RepairingBrawl.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Only a fierce backrub could cure Brawl's rage. Megatron happily loaned out Soundwave for a few hours just to get some peace and quiet.]]<br /> When Onslaught ordered the Combaticons to transform in a street, [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] knocked into Brawl, who in turn made his displeasure very vocal. They then transformed into Bruticus, who was immediately shot to pieces by [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. Swindle was the sole survivor, and he sold his partners' deactivated forms to various humans such as [[El Presidente]]. Under threat of death by Megatron, Swindle stole back the parts of his unit. However, he was unable to find Brawl's personality component, leaving Brawl a silent shell requiring to be guided over to the rest of the group when ordered to form Bruticus. It turned out that the Combaticons couldn't merge at all without that particular piece of technology, much to Megatron's dismay. Swindle was sent out to retrieve the personality component, which had been used by [[Martin and Roland|some]] [[Elise Presser|kids]] to build [[B.O.T. (G1)|a robot]] for a school project. Of course, this made the robot extremely violent, and it destroyed the school lab and fought some Autobots before Swindle found it and recovered the component. This whole ordeal does pose a question: why does Bruticus depend on the personality component of a loud, homicidal maniac to form? {{storylink|B.O.T. (episode)|B.O.T.}}<br /> <br /> [[File:FightorFlee RazorclawBrawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|This makes perfect sense in context. Really.]]<br /> During the Decepticon attack on [[Paradron]], Brawl teamed up with [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]] to capture [[Sandstorm (G1)|Sandstorm]], and together they managed to make him fall off a bridge. Later, he manned a [[molecular cannon]] alongside [[Headstrong (G1)|Headstrong]], but the cannon was destroyed in an Autobot attack. At the same time, Brawl was ''also'' part of Bruticus, who was accompanying [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Fight or Flee (episode)|Fight or Flee}} Some time later, the Combaticons were sent by Galvatron to assassinate the Decepticon exile [[Octane]]. Because bringing Brawl along when you need to sneak up on someone is a good idea. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons later performed a hit-and-run attack on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] in order to mess up an upcoming peace conference. Brawl got a good shot at [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] in the ensuing battle, but [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] jumped in and took the blast. {{storylink|Surprise Party}} When the [[Hate Plague]] was brought to Earth, the Combaticons were infected by the disease when Bruticus was (rather ineffectively) punched by an infected Ultra Magnus. Bruticus apparently split apart later on, as Brawl was seen rampaging through a human marketplace, crushing various stands beneath his tracks. Soon afterwards he infected Headstrong. {{storylink|The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1}}<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Aerial Assault}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 3}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5}} {{storylink|The Ultimate Weapon}} {{storylink|The Burden Hardest to Bear}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}}}<br /> <br /> ====Japanese cartoon continuity====<br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' manga=====<br /> [[File:Manga8 Brawlshootsadog.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Oh my god, you've killed a puppy. YOU RUST-CASE!!]]<br /> When Menasor's baseball stadium/command base was attacked by Superion and Defensor, Bruticus came to his aid. He quickly took out Defensor, damaging [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] and preventing the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] from combining again. However, Superion blasted Brawl and Swindle away with his [[electrostatic discharger rifle]], allowing [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] to steal their places as Bruticus's legs and fly away with him. Brawl followed them, meagerly yelling for his enemies to wait up. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 5|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #5}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons were later sent to hunt down an escaped [[Murdered puppy|puppy]] that Megatron had experimented on. Brawl was pretty happy when he got a few shots in on the fleeing animal, but was reprimanded by [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] as they were supposed to capture it alive. [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] soon showed up to save the dog, and using its [[Decepticon super science|experimental energy]], he and the [[Mini Vehicle]]s defeated the Combaticons. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 8|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #8}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' story pages=====<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers'' manga=====<br /> In the year [[2010]], Brawl participated in a Decepticon attack on the planet Feminia. He and his team merged into Bruticus in order to battle alongside Menasor and Devastator against their Autobot counterparts Superion, Defensor and Omega Supreme. The fight was fairly evenly matched until Galvatron called up his ace-in-the-hole, [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], whose power was unmatched by any of the Autobots... except for the [[Omnibot (G1)|Omnibots]], who essentially tied Predaking's shoelaces together until he fell over, straight into Bruticus and his chums, sending them all toppling to the ground and knocking them to bits. {{storylink|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers issue 5|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers #5}}<br /> {{note|Brawl only appears as a component of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> =====Scramble City: Mobilization=====<br /> When the Stunticons were dispatched to hinder the Autobots from constructing [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]], they were attacked by the Aerialbots and did not fare too well. Brawl and the Combaticons arrived to help, and together Bruticus and Menasor easily overpowered Superion. However, Scramble City itself soon drove up and blasted both combiners into the distance. {{storylink|Scramble City: Mobilization}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Great Transformer War'' manga=====<br /> Galvatron kidnapped Doctor [[Dalton]] of [[Eran]] to upgrade the might of his combiner warriors. When the Autobot combiners arrived to save Dalton, Brawl and his teammates were deployed at high speeds from Onslaught's launcher mode. They met Superion in mid-air, and the force of their deployment enabled the combiner teams to tear him apart. The Combaticons then merged into Bruticus to move in for the kill. They were ultimately outwitted by the Autobots, however, who rescued Dalton and safely returned to Metroplex. {{storylink|The Great Transformer War issue 1|The Great Transformer War #1}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Headmasters'' cartoon=====<br /> Brawl and the Combaticons participated in an all-out Decepticon attack on Cybertron, {{storylink|Four Warriors Come out of the Sky}} until [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] arrived and drove them away. {{storylink|The Mystery of Planet Master}} Shortly afterwards, [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] set out to find the [[Matrix of Leadership]] and bring it to Optimus Prime, and the Combaticons were among the troops sent out to stop him. They were ambushed by the Protectobots, and defeated when Defensor buried Bruticus in a rockfall. {{storylink|Birth of the Fantastic Double Prime}} Not long after that, the Combaticons defended [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] against [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Twincast]]'s attempted infiltration, but failed when the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] arrived and distracted them. {{storylink|The Great Cassette Operation}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SOSfromSandra Terrorcon Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;NO MERCY! RIP 'EM APART! I'LL MURDERIZE 'EM! I'LL —&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;Your squad's over there, Brawl.&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;RIGHT! I KNEW THAT!&quot;]]<br /> The Combaticons were later part of ''another'' attack on Cybertron, during which they killed plenty of [[Generic|soldiers]] before getting into another fight with Defensor. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 1}} They lost. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 2}} When the Decepticons planted a giant carnivorous plant in [[San Francisco]], the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] and [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] were stationed to attack any Autobots who arrived to kill it. {{storylink|Head On!! Fortress Maximus}} When the Autobots were preparing [[energon cube]]s to aid the planet [[Sandra (planet)|Sandra]], Brawl attacked them alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]], taking [[Blot (G1)|Blot]]'s place for [[Animation error|reasons unknown]]. {{storylink|SOS from Planet Sandra}} [[Sixshot]] later sent all the Combaticons, Terrorcons and [[Horrorcon]]s to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]], in order to lure Autobot troops away from [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]]. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} The Combaticons also later unleashed Bruticus as Sixshot continued his reign of terror over the Autobots on Earth. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}} <br /> <br /> Brawl was present when [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] held a speech about Galvatron's recent death and took control of the Decepticons. {{storylink|I Risk My Life for Earth}} Bruticus was later part of a small group of Decepticons who tried to lead Fortress Maximus away from the Decepticon base on [[Master (planet)|Master]]. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} The combiner then stood by and laughed as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] sank the luxury liner ''[[Queen World]]'' in the Atlantic Ocean, before being ordered to defend a [[Death Tower]] in [[Australia]]. Bruticus easily took care of Defensor when the Autobot tried to destroy the tower, but was ordered to retreat when the machine activated. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 1)}} As Bruticus, the Combaticons participated in the final battle with the Autobots at the North Pole, and retreated into space when Scorponok's energy-absorbing satellite started tearing the Earth apart. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> =====''Super-God Masterforce'' manga=====<br /> Brawl formed the right leg of [[Scramble 7]], a Decepticon combiner using various combiner team members in a supposedly &quot;ideal&quot; configuration. Scramble 7 attacked the Autobot base on [[Athenia]], but was defeated by [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]], [[Lightfoot (Masterforce)|Lightfoot]] and [[Ranger]] thanks to their use of [[Chōkon Power]]. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The United Earth-Space Troops}}<br /> <br /> =====''Unite Warriors''=====<br /> When the Combaticons were hosting an illegal arms trading market, Brawl was annoyed to find his gun and combiner extremity among Swindle's wares. {{storylink|Unite Warriors Offshot#Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!|Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!}}<br /> <br /> =====''Zone'' cartoon, manga, and story pages=====<br /> Seeking to create a [[Decepticon Zone]] to counter the [[Micro|Autobot Zone]], [[Emperor of Destruction|Decepticon Emperor]] [[Violen Jiger]] gathered together the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]], upgrading them with powerful new armor and weaponry, then sent them forth to conquer planets. Brawl was of those summoned, but only as part of Bruticus. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (story page)|Zone Part 1}} {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (manga)|Zone}} {{storylink|Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!}}<br /> <br /> ====''Wings Universe''====<br /> {{Wingsnote}}<br /> [[File:EliteGuardCombaticons TheComingStorm2.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was part of an Autobot [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] special ops unit created by [[Magnum]] to take out the various [[Decepticon Warlord|leaders]] of the new Decepticon faction, in the hopes of ending the war quickly. He was assigned to the &quot;Combaticons&quot; as their Ground Assault specialist. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 2}}<br /> <br /> Before they could get started on their primary mission, however, the [[Autobot High Council]] had a more...diplomatic mission for the Elite Guard. Teamed with their fellow squad, [[Metalhawk (Masterforce)|Metalhawk]]'s Strike Team, Brawl and the Combaticons were to make contact with an archeological team heralded by [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]] as responsible for one of the greatest finds of recent history. Brawl had little interest in the old bot's preaching, and he spent the mission briefing drawing little cartoon bombs and explosions on the sheet in front of him. When the Councilbot started talking about demolition work, though, Brawl suddenly became more interested in the job.<br /> <br /> Out at [[Median]], they found the mission was even more complicated than Alpha Trion let on. Dig coordinator [[Flip Sides (G1)|Flipsides]] explained how they had uncovered a massively powerful artifact known as the [[Heart of the Dragon]], and the Decepticons had already become aware of it. Brawl and the Elite Guard began fortifying the town to [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]]'s specifications to resist attack. Although he preferred DEstruction over CONstruction, Brawl still got to make a lot of noise setting up the barricades, so he enjoyed the work immensely. When [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] of the Strike Team commented how he sometimes missed his truck mode after seeing Brawl in action, the gruff Combaticon laid out his credo for life: ''Reformatting's for wimps.'' Oh, and ''&quot;Aim for the mouth, so's you don't have to talk to them.&quot;'' One bot, many credos. <br /> <br /> When the attack came, Brawl operated on the second line of defense with Onslaught, [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]] and the Strike Team's weaponry expert, [[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]]. Once the Decepticon [[Stormtrooper (G1)|Stormtrooper]]s made it through the first line, however, it became a game of cybercat and ironmouse, as the 'Cons split up and used sensor ghosts to send the Elite Guard chasing their tails. By the time Brawl even got a clean shot at one of 'em, the Decepticons had already secured their objective and were speeding back to base. <br /> <br /> The Elite Guard pursued them and managed to infiltrate the Stormtroopers' transforming mobile fortress, the [[Metrotitan (Zone)|Metrotitan]]. They were forced to confront [[Brimstone (G1 Decepticon)|Brimstone]], a tiny but powerful Transformer brought to life by the Heart of the Dragon. His fiery breath decoupled molecules, sending even Brawl scurrying for cover. Despite said scurrying, Brawl was uncomfortable with leaving Brimstone to burn himself out like the turncoat Stormtrooper [[Drench (G1)|Drench]] suggested. One can only hope the massive explosion that consumed Brimstone and leveled the Metrotitan was enough to satisfy Brawl's battlelust. {{storylink|Flames of Yesterday}}<br /> <br /> Over the following weeks, the Combaticons and Strike Team continued working together on co-assigned missions against the Decepticon hierarchy. Although they bonded on a personal level, the Combaticons were aware Metalhawk's team was a bit more...squeamish about the duties of war than they were. When they captured a [[Dropkick (G1)|Cubeformer]] Decepticon, for instance, Brawl tortured the unwilling informant away from the Strike Team to get the information they needed, and Onslaught concocted a story about a suicide implant to explain the Con's demise. After successfully assassinating Decepticon field leader [[Shadowcaster]], the Combaticons remained in the field to search for more information. They got more than they bargained for and were captured by [[Deathsaurus (Victory)|Deathsaurus]]'s forces. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 3}}<br /> <br /> Brawl and the Combaticons were isolated behind Oan energy bars, although Brawl was stubborn enough to constantly try and force his way past the unbreakable bars, until his exo-structure was smoldering with the feedback. They were brought before Deathsaurus, who slyly began to manipulate the Special Ops Team into becoming true &quot;Combaticons&quot; under the Decepticon banner. A personal touch was added to sway every Combaticon, but for Brawl he needed to do little more than suggest he ''needed'' help from the Elite Guard in order to fight. That was all it took to make Brawl determined to destroy the Elite Guard just to prove Deathsaurus wrong. Brawl...not very bright. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 4}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons led an assault on Elite Guard headquarters with Deathsaurus's forces and unveiled the modifications their new commander had fitted them with: combination technology to form the big, bad, battlin' [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]! {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 5}} Bruticus managed to slaughter pretty much all of the Guard before [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] blinded the giant, forcing them to separate. They headed back to Deathsaurus's base for repairs. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 6}}<br /> <br /> Repairs proceeded, but the Combaticons were startled to learn that Deathsaurus could force them to combine into Bruticus at will. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 1}} {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 2}} They still turned out to help defend the base against the remnants of the Elite Guard. Brawl started bashing [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] around, and finally the moment he'd been waiting impatiently for came — the Combaticons began to merge... and were promptly blasted. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 3}} When it turned out they'd been blasted by more survivors of the Elite Guard massacre, Brawl announced they'd have to have another go at killing them all, but sadly Blast Off was indisposed, so they couldn't form Bruticus. During the end of the battle retreat, Brawl pointed out that Blast Off was still missing, and it delayed the team long enough for the Elite Guard to capture them. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> In the hands of the compromised [[Gyronian Sentry|Gyronian Sentry Team]], the Combaticons were whisked away to Deathsaurus's fortress, now under Megatron's control. Though Megatron gave them the option, none of them cared to help Deathsaurus, and they were imprisoned and their personality components subsequently interred in the Decepticon Detention Center. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br /> {{noteukonly}}<br /> [[File:Buster combaticons second generation.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> ''[[Buster Witwicky (G1)|Buster Witwicky]], who had held the power of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Creation Matrix]] inside his mind, once experienced nightmares of strange new Transformers, [[Special Teams]] with the ability to merge into a giants. Brawl and his Combaticon teammates appeared in one of Buster's earlier dreams, before he sought help from the Autobots. In order to process the information his subconscious was feeding him, Buster linked his mind with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]], so that the next dream came through far clearer than the previous ones. Together, they saw into the near future, where Brawl and the Combaticons encountered the Autobots at the [[Pullen Power Plant]]. Here, the Combaticons joined forces with the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] against their Autobot counterparts, the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]]. The Combaticons fought together as Bruticus, but were defeated by the teamwork shown by Autobot gestalts [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. After Prime and Buster awoke, the Autobots immediately went to work designing these new warriors. Thanks to [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]]'s hacking skills, however, [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Shockwave]] also saw the visions and began working on their own Special Teams.'' {{storylink|The Special Teams Have Arrived}} {{storylink|Second Generation!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Swindle brawl afterdeath.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1]]<br /> On his first mission on Earth, Brawl was sent with the Combaticons and [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] to steal a [[hydrothermocline]] device from [[Energy Futures Industries]]. When they arrived, they were met by Optimus Prime and the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], laying in wait for them. Brawl combined with his team to form Bruticus, but before the giant got a chance to brawl with [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]], [[Ethan Zachary|a human]] suggested that they'd play a [[Multi-World|video game]] over the plant instead. Optimus Prime and Megatron both agreed, and Brawl was sent into the video game along with the other Combaticons, Protectobots, and faction leaders. Brawl teamed up with [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] to destroy [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] and [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] in the &quot;Vineland&quot; area of the game. However, they were tripped up by a bunch of vine creatures, [[Decrystallizer cannon|crystallized]], and blown to smithereens. Game over. {{storylink|Afterdeath!}} ''These events were observed by the [[time travel]]ling [[Dicet Alpha-zero]].'' {{storylink|The Quest!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:GonebutNotForgotten Brawlheadcrush.JPG|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;MEGATRON... PLEASE, NO!! I... CAN'T BREA... WAIT!! I... HAVE A... MOU...&quot; *krunnk*]]<br /> Unluckily for him, Brawl learned nothing about caution from this experience. A few days later, he mouthed off at Megatron, telling him to get over the fact that Optimus Prime had died by someone else's hands. Megatron proceeded to pop Brawl's head like a ripe melon and throw his deactivated body into a wall. {{storylink|Gone but Not Forgotten!}}<br /> <br /> ''He got better. On a later mission, Soundwave and the Combaticons were commissioned with destroying the inactive super-Decepticon known as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], who had been trapped inside the lava flow of an active volcano, preserving him like a fly in amber. Shockwave, who had been commanding the Combaticons ever since Megatron was believed dead in a [[space bridge]] accident, nevertheless saw Galvatron as a potential threat to his command, and wanted him eliminated permanently. Vortex and the others were to set up explosive charges around the mouth, burying the future warrior forever. Their plans were waylaid by a group of human females, who used up most of the explosives against the Combaticons. The Decepticons were then forced to retreat once [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and the [[Throttlebot]]s arrived to back-up the humans, but they swore vengeance for the interference.'' {{storylink|Ladies' Night (issue)|Ladies' Night}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl first aid used autobots.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2]]<br /> After chasing the Throttlebots around, the Combaticons eventually attacked them in a car lot, and Brawl got into another fight with the Protectobots as they arrived on the scene. Blaster stopped him from shooting [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] in the back, and the Combaticons were eventually forced to retreat. {{storylink|Used Autobots}} Shortly afterwards, the group decided to ambush the Protectobots on their way to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. They failed to take the Autobots completely by surprise as Hot Spot recognized Brawl's tank tracks on the ground, and the ensuing battle quickly led to the groups combining. Bruticus claimed victory over Defensor with his brute strength, but was soon tricked and broken into his component parts by Blaster. {{storylink|Child's Play (issue)|Child's Play}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl prime bomb.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7]]<br /> Brawl was amongst the large number of Decepticons who ambushed the Autobots on the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]], only to be beaten back by Blaster and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Totaled!}}<br /> <br /> ''Eventually, the Combaticons fell under the command of [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]]. On his orders, Brawl's team staged a raid on the [[Rutter U.S. Military Base]]. There, they secured two armed warheads and components from an advanced guidance computer. The Protectobots intervened part-way through the theft, but once Blast Off cleared the area with the loot, the rest of the team used hit-and-run tactics to fend their rivals off, eventually managing their own getaway.''<br /> <br /> ''Afterwards, the remaining Combaticons went to check on [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]] and [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]]'s progress at [[Alternate Reality, Inc.]], where Scorponok had likewise tasked them to steal a [[floppy disk]] containing a back-up copy of Optimus Prime's mind. They found [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] about to shoot the jets out of the sky, and blasted the Combiner in the back, crippling him before he could pull the trigger. With the mission a success, Brawl's group then made themselves scarce.'' {{storylink|Prime Bomb!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====''Transformers Comic-Magazin''====<br /> When the Decepticons engaged in many attempts at obtaining Earth's energy resources around the globe, Brawl and the Combaticons joined forces as Bruticus to battle Superion. {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 11|Transformers in Action: He Who Laughs Last ...}}<br /> <br /> ====Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic====<br /> [[File:Totalwar-combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticons preparing to charge into battle against the [[Cybertronian (faction)|Cybertronian Empire]]. The skirmish ended with the Decepticons soundly defeated. {{storylink|New Dawn}} He was later seen with his fellow Combaticons attempting to defend the [[Warworld]] against boarders. The enemy managed to overrun the vessel, likely meaning that Brawl died alongside the other Decepticons during an unseen skirmish. {{storylink|Total War!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===The Special Teams===<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons were created by Starscream on a remote Pacific island, by combining military vehicles with Energon cubes. They then drove to the [[Pullen Power Plant]], passing Optimus Prime en route, though the Autobot leader was none-the-wiser to the Decepticons in disguise. Onslaught, Brawl and Swindle arrived first on the battlefield, coming upon Menasor already engaged in battle with Defensor. Onslaught then ordered to rest of his team to merge with him to form Bruticus. {{storylink|The Special Teams}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Ladybird Books continuity===<br /> Brawl was damaged trying to breach [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]'s defenses. He was towed in for repairs by Onslaught and the Decepticon recovery crew. {{storylink|Decepticon Hideout}}<br /> <br /> ===Battle Beneath the Ice===<br /> [[File:BBTI-Combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl joined his fellow Combaticons, Vortex and Blast Off, in searching for a city the humans had found hidden beneath the ice. After a brief battle with the Aerialbots, both sides learned that the [[city-dweller]]s were dangerous to Autobot and Decepticon alike, and joined forced against the [[Watcher]] and his ilk. [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and the Aerialbots complied with the truce, allowing Brawl and the Combaticons to leave unmolested once everything was over. {{storylink|Battle Beneath the Ice}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===St. Michael ''The Transformers'' Sticker Book===<br /> {{notemultipath}}<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons served under [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] on a Decepticon ship, when they managed to shoot down the ship being captained by Ultra Magnus. After the Autobots crash-landed on planet [[Barrenikon]], the Decepticons landed their ship nearby to finish off their enemies. In the many possible adventures that followed, Brawl and the other Decepticons often underestimated you, which often led to them losing to the Autobots, leaving them either stranded on Barrenikon, or fleeing after they received too much damage. That is, if you somehow didn't get yourself killed at their hands. {{storylink|The Transformers Sticker Book (St. Michael)|The Transformers Sticker Book}}<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br /> [[File:Brawltww.jpg|left|upright=0.85|thumb|This... is my BOOMSTICK!]]<br /> Brawl participated in [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s siege on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] {{storylink|The War Within issue 2|The War Within #2}} and, upon arrival, quickly shifted to his tank mode to rain down firepower onto the Autobot stronghold. {{storylink|The War Within issue 3|The War Within #3}} He was joined by fellow heavy-artillery 'bots, [[Quake (G1)|Quake]] and [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] in his assault. {{storylink|The War Within issue 4|The War Within #4}} Brawl was on the front lines of the Decepticon army when they finally managed to penetrate the last of the Autobots' defenses. {{storylink|The War Within issue 5|The War Within #5}}<br /> <br /> During the Dark Ages, when Optimus Prime and Megatron both disappeared into a prototype space-bridge, both factions splintered into several sub-groups. During this time, footage of Brawl's part in the Iacon attack was reviewed by Prowl in preparation for attacks on multiple fronts. {{storylink|Fragmentation (G1)|Fragmentation}} As part of a combiner group, Brawl's actions were somewhat limited by the [[Crisis Intervention Accord]]; it is unknown how he occupied his time while the Accord was in place. {{storylink|Devastation}}<br /> <br /> Millions of years later, the Combaticons were considered war criminals and held in the detention blocks on Cybertron. {{storylink|Cold War (issue)|Cold War}} Starscream arranged to have them released and brought to Earth as his own private brigade, absconding from Cybertron as Shockwave's regime was being overthrown by the Autobots. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}} <br /> <br /> Returning to the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'' via an uncooperative [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], Starscream realized he needed to take parts from the Autobots' [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] if he ever hoped to get the ''Nemesis'' flying again, and for that he needed considerable firepower. Fortunately, there was a nearby abandoned military testing ground from which the Combaticons could scan Earth-based alternate modes. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} When the attack on the ''Ark'' was launched, the Autobots had little problem defending against the first wave, successfully capturing [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], but several of the Autobots were soundly beaten when the Combaticons showed up and combined into the mighty Bruticus. The behemoth attacked the ''Ark'' freeing his Decepticon compatriots before going after [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. Unfortunately, the Autobots activated their ship's self-destruct before escaping, damaging the Combaticons in the resulting explosion. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}}<br /> <br /> Damaged or not, the Combaticons soon had to face a powerful enemy when the crazed zealot [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] appeared on Earth, but before they could attack him, Bruticus' head was blown apart by [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] in the Autobot supply ship ''[[Orion]]''. In the aftermath, Bruticus's barely-conscious body was battered upon by an angry Brawn. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} Starscream was forced into an alliance with the Autobots to save his neck, and the Combaticons were partially recharged as released as part of the arrangement. {{storylink|Skyfire (issue)|Skyfire}}<br /> <br /> [[File:G1DW SkyLynx defeats Combaticons.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|This can't turn out good...]]<br /> <br /> The repaired Combaticons were brought to Guadalcanal where they could hone their somewhat lackluster combat skills and listen to Starscream's long-winded aspirations of glory. When Swindle commented on Starscream's mental state, Brawl agreed, stating that he'd like to pull the Air Commander's cerebro circuits straight out of his faceplate so they could get a better look at them. Starscream overheard their conversation, but let it pass in order for them to fight the magnificent Autobot [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]]. Unfortunately, the Combaticons did not fare well when the crafty Autobot split into his two forms, with Brawl and Onslaught nearly crushed by the Lynx's right paw.<br /> <br /> This was the least of their troubles, however, as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] showed up as soon as Sky Lynx was deactivated. This encounter also did not end well. {{storylink|The Route of All Evil}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers''===<br /> As part of [[Serpentor|Serpent O.R.]]'s forces, Brawl defended the newly unified Decepticon army's base against a combined Autobot/[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] strike force. {{storylink|The Art of War issue 5|The Art of War #5}}<br /> <br /> ===''The Beast Within''===<br /> During an all-out Decepticon offensive, Brawn helped the Predacons battle the Dinobots. When the Dinobots combined into their gestalt form, Brawl combined with his fellow Combaticons in order to square off against [[Beast (G1)|The Beast]]. {{storylink|The Beast Within}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW Generation 1 continuity===<br /> {{ongoing}}<br /> [[File:Autocracy12-BrawlOnslaughtSkullgrinBlitzwing.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;C'mon! Us tank 'Cons gotta stick together!&quot;]]<br /> Early in the war, Brawl defended the [[Citadel]] from the Autobots as part of Blitzwing's unit and was ordered with [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] and [[Skullgrin]] to contain the Autobot forces. He got crushed by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dynobots]] soon after the order. {{storylink|Endgame}} Together with the other Combaticons he left Cybertron rather than suffer [[Scorponok (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Scorponok]]'s leadership, and they made their way to the [[Presidium (planet)|Presidium]] to steal a weapons cache for their own use. Inside the vault was not weapons, however, but [[Starscream (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Starscream]] who offered the Combaticons payment to return to the fold now that [[Megatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Megatron]] was back. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} They accepted and returned to Cybertron to participate in Megatron's attack on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]]. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Spotlight Arcee Arcee hits Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl was a member of the Combaticon tactical unit under the command of [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]]'s [[Decepticon Secret Service]] and helped capture the [[Pretender Monster|&quot;gestalt&quot; transformers]] being held in the [[Garrus-9]] detention facility. He loved killing things: &quot;''We aim to maim!''&quot; Presumably, he was not particularly keen on being maimed himself, as he was impaled by [[Arcee (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Arcee]]'s twin saber blades. {{storylink|Spotlight: Arcee}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Land Ironclads Brawl misses Swindle.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.0]]<br /> After a deal was negotiated between Arcee and Banzai-Tron, Brawl and the other Combaticons later helped her in an attempt to recapture [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]] (who had been stolen by [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]] and [[Nova Prime|Nemesis Prime's]] forces), though the insane Autobot disappeared mid-battle. {{storylink|Spotlight: Sideswipe}}<br /> <br /> Years later, most of the Combaticons were left stranded and energon-less on Earth following a failed invasion. They were hired by [[North Korea]]n leader [[Kim Jong Du]] to lead an attack on the [[South Korea|South]]. Brawl, Onslaught and Vortex destroyed a South Korean outpost on the border of the DMZ to this end. {{storylink|International Incident Part 1: &quot;The Land Ironclads&quot;|The Land Ironclads}} They chafed under Kim's leadership, but unlike them, the Koreans knew how to produce [[energon]], so they had no choice but to obey. Inevitably, the Autobots showed up to stop the Combaticons from getting involved with human conflicts, but were forced to stay in their vehicle modes for the battle. Car modes and [[Skywatch]] [[crash suit]]s were hardly a match for a tank like Brawl, and the Combaticons got away. {{storylink|International Incident Part 2: &quot;Ranks of Bronze&quot;|Ranks of Bronze}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Hawk Among the Sparrows Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.25|right]]<br /> While Brawl and his teammates were celebrating their victory, the Autobots returned, and this time they had no problems with transforming. Without exclusive access to robot modes, the Combaticons were outnumbered, with Brawl having to deal with [[Jazz (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Jazz]] and [[Prowl (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Prowl]] simultaneously. {{storylink|International Incident Part 3: &quot;Hawk Among the Sparrows&quot;|Hawk Among the Sparrows}} He soon found himself defeated and tied up whilst the Autobots dealt with both the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]] and a [[Russia]]n nuke sent to wipe them all out. While they made sure to destroy the North Korean energon facilities, the Autobots couldn't take prisoners at the time, and so the Combaticons were presumably set free. {{storylink|International Incident Part 4: &quot;All My Sins Remembered&quot;|All My Sins Remembered}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Only Forward Brawl tortured.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Several months later, Brawl and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] attacked Prowl as he investigated some sensitive issues. He wasn't worried when [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] came to Prowl's rescue, since the Autobots could never penetrate his armor plating in tank mode, but was defeated and captured after Prowl fired a shot straight through his barrel. Stuck in a state of mid-transformation, he was brought to the Autobot base and interrogated as to who sent him. Brawl insisted that it was all him, but when pressed for information, a failsafe installed in his body by Swindle activated and fused the Autobots' [[Suppressor (device)|suppressors]] to his neural net, sending him into nigh-[[stasis lock]]. {{storylink|Police Action Part 2: Only Forward|Only Forward}} {{storylink|Police Action Part 3: A Second Chance at Eden|A Second Chance at Eden}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was eventually cured and brought home to a reformatted Cybertron, where he was brought by Starscream with a bunch of other Cybertronians to pressure Prowl into revealing one of his secret discoveries below ground. Later underground, they witnessed a [[Titan (IDW)|Titan]] declare that Starscream was the Cybertronian destined to unite their whole race. He and the other Cybertronians celebrated afterwards with Starscream. {{storylink|Primus: All Good Things}} When Megatron returned from a long absence only to be captured by the Autobots, Brawl and the other Decepticons started a riot and assaulted the Autobot prison, rescuing him. {{storylink|The Verge}}<br /> <br /> In the wake of Megatron's defection to the Autobots, [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Galvatron]] and [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] took command of the Decepticons and led them back to Earth, where they formed an alliance with [[Earth Defense Command]] against the Autobots. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 1: Hello Cruel World|Hello Cruel World}} Once [[Optimus Prime (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s arrived with a team of Autobots, Brawl and the others confronted them at the town of [[Poverty Flat]], passing themselves off as United States military vehicles to the locals. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 2: Detonation Boulevard|Detonation Boulevard}} This attempt at secrecy was foiled when the Autobots brought in a defected [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], forcing the EDC to teleport the Decepticons out of there. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 3: The Mind Bomb|The Mind Bomb}} The Decepticons clashed with the Autobots again at the EDC's [[Bikini Atoll]] base in a battle that ended with massive damage to their [[Nemesis (G1)|ship]]. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 5: I Dream of Wires|I Dream of Wires}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SouthOfHeaven-BrawlLaserbeakBuzzsaw.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|Brawl's secret love for the song &quot;I'm Like A Bird&quot; is revealed.]]<br /> Brawl joined Soundwave's group in visiting the satellite commune that the humans were building for them near Jupiter, but found himself the source of many of [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]'s jokes due to his unease floating around in zero-gravity. {{storylink|South of Heaven}} He took a shuttle back to Cybertron with [[Needlenose (G1)|Needlenose]] to make contact with the disgruntled Decepticons and teamed up with [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]], and proceeded to whip up anger and intimidate Camien evangelists. Brawl told Dreadwing that Galvatron was the leader they should've ''always'' had, but during a bar conversation with their new ally, Brawl found himself increasingly angry that Needlenose kept talking about negotiations, soft power, and communes. He overturned their table and got cheers from the crowd as he yelled that the Decepticons should just ''take'' &quot;what is ours&quot;, from equality to whole planets. (Then, being a dick, he asked Needlenose to buy replacements for the drinks he'd just spilled.) {{storylink|The Transgressors}}<br /> <br /> Remaining on Cybertron, Brawl started hanging out with his fellow Combaticon teammates again as they stewed over Starscream's leadership and his attempts to sweep the past aside. {{storylink|The Will of the Few}} On [[Chosen One Day]], Brawl and the guys bought Onslaught a brand new grenade to show him they cared. {{storylink|Choose Me}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Perihelion-BrawlShoulderTackleArcee.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.35|That's For [[Spotlight: Arcee| THIS]]!!!!]]<br /> Following a Decepticon rally, Brawl and his fellow Galvatron loyalists approached Starscream about getting unfettered access to the space bridge for their people. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 1: Aphelion|Aphelion}} That night, they led a Decepticon march through Iacon Spaceport 1. After blasting Needlenose's interfering brother [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]], Brawl and the other Decepticons used the bridge to travel to the ''Ark-7'', where they confronted the Autobots trapped inside Blackrock's force field. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}} Brawl battered Arcee into shutdown, then walked into the captured bridge and casually shot the defeated [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]. Then he cut into Needlenose's call to Soundwave and explained the ''real'' reason for all this: Galvatron wanted them to invade Earth and all that &quot;peace&quot; and &quot;alliances&quot; talk was bunk. The ''Ark-7'' was crashed into [[Shanghai]] and the Decepticons all fell into line with Galvatron, with Brawl cheerily telling Needlenose he was glad the guy hadn't gone soft after all. NOW LET'S KILL SOME HUMANS!<br /> <br /> When the Autobots abruptly arrived {{storylink|Conquerors Part 4: Perihelion|Perihelion}} Brawl ecstatically threw himself into the fray. However, the [[Earth Defense Command]]'s &quot;mindbomb&quot; felled him within the first minute, the [[People's Liberation Army Mecha Force|Chinese Mecha Force]] began tearing through the Decepticons, and all his team either fled to Soundwave or, in Galvatron's case, teleported out. Brawl was taken through the space bridge by [[Ironhide (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Ironhide]], but began fighting his way through the Autobots in a panic and reignited the fight at the other end. Barely surviving an attack by Devastator, he was able to slip away. {{storylink|All Hail Optimus Part 1: Once Upon a Time on Earth|Once Upon a Time on Earth}}<br /> <br /> While Onslaught was busy trying to find Swindle's body, Vortex and Brawl took several odd jobs to pay for their home and Engex. He showed particular annoyance when Blast Off went out as well, given that their client was found by Blast Off. {{storylink|07:00:00}} During the riots, Vortex and Brawl took Engex bets on whether or not Blast Off was alive; Vortex won the bet and added that today was a good day for the Combaticons as a whole. When Onslaught took Blast Off for debriefing, Vortex threatened that he and Brawl would go on without them, though it proved just to be hot air. {{storylink|Applicable Skills}} <br /> <br /> When Blast Off eventually found the location of Swindle's body, he and Onslaught went after Rattrap. They soon met up with Blast Off and Vortex, who had learned from Wheeljack that Swindle was brain dead and his body was being held deep inside Metroplex. After being led to Swindle, {{storylink|Things We Said We'd Never Do}} Onslaught used the Enigma of Combination to fuse all of the Combaticons into [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. However, due to Swindle's brain dead mind, Bruticus was incredibly unstable, and Brawl initially panicked from Swindle's pain of being shot. Regardless, Brawl, Vortex and Onslaught all began reveling in their new-found power despite Blast Off's reservation regarding their actions. Soon the gestalt was defeated, and Brawl passed out on the pavement. {{storylink|The Line Between Us}} <br /> <br /> Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned and awaiting trial, though Ironhide was reluctant to prosecute them if their mental scarring proved too great. {{storylink|Ping}} The Combaticons were still comatose when Starscream told the [[Eukaris|Eukarian]] [[Mnemosurgery|mnemosurgeon]] [[Airachnid (G1)|Airachnid]] to turn them to his side as one of his combiners. Because the Combaticons minds had imprinted on each other during their combination, Airachnid found them more susceptible to the process, and thus had them believe that they had always been working for Starscream, using the aware-of-the-manipulation Blast Off to cover any holes in the story. As a result, Brawl and the others were made to believe that they had been Starscream's secret and loyal bodyguards, and that their forming of Bruticus had been a last-ditch attempt to save Swindle's life with Starscream's approval. {{storylink|The Price of You}} Soon the Combaticons &quot;resumed&quot; their work of protecting Starscream, and on Onslaught's first day back Brawl prepared to take the night shift. {{storylink|If I Know You}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was among the security detail for the ceremony to welcome Earth into the Council of Worlds. When [[Iron Ring|a group of human assailants]] attacked, he mobilised to fight back and evacuate Starscream. {{storylink|First Strike issue 1|First Strike #1}} <br /> <br /> During her campaign for the role of Cybertron's leadership, Windblade invited people to speak with her one-on-one, Brawl was an unexpected speaker. Admitting that he was now afraid of dying because of the near-death experience caused by the forming of Bruticus, Brawl told Windblade he didn't want the war to start over and that she was the best candidate to prevent that from happening. During the final debate, Starscream revealed all of his crimes to the public, including the manipulation of the Combaticons. As a result, Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned for their rampage as Bruticus. {{storylink|The Chosen One}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: All Spark''===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Another Episode, Part 1}} {{storylink|Another Episode, Part 2}}}}<br /> <br /> ===''Kre-O'' online manga===<br /> Summoned by Starscream to act as his elite squad (whose first mission, of course, was to overthrow [[Megatron (Kre-O)|Megatron]]), Brawl rolled onto the scene alongside [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], and a repainted [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]]. When Onslaught boasted that they could leave the strategy to him, Brawl declared that he'd handle the destroying. Like Onslaught and Swindle, Brawl was irritated when Vortex offered to stay behind and guard the base. When the Combaticons combined into Bruticus, Vortex constant worry for the base's safety compelled the team to withdraw. Shortly after, Starscream, under imminent threat of a beating from Megatron, contacted the team to demand to know where they were, Brawl joined his teammates in happily informing their illustrious leader they were all protecting the base together. Aww. {{Storylink|New Military Unit Combaticon! Bruticus, Combine!}}<br /> <br /> ===''Cloud''===<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===<br /> The Combaticons infiltrated [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] disguised as their vehicles, with Brawl taking on the form of a [[MOBAT]] tank. During the Decepticon-[[Cobra]] attack on the [[United Nations]], the Combaticons revealed themselves and combined into Bruticus to fight [[GIJONIN]]. {{storylink|Expelled from the Garden}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Combiner Wars'' cartoon===<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticon troops who bore witness to a pivotal duel between Optimus Prime and Megatron, one meant to end the war before the never-ending arms race between the two factions spiralled further out of control. {{storylink|Prelude to Transformers: Combiner Wars - Optimus Prime}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> *Brawl, [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] were part of a Decepticon attack force that assaulted the Autobots' launch site. All three were rammed by Ultra Magnus in his vehicle mode as he entered the fray. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus commercial}}<br /> *Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons charged down a ravine to face-off against [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]. As they neared him, the Combaticons combined into Bruticus and took to the skies. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Bruticus and Metroplex|Bruticus and Metroplex commercial}}<br /> *Brawl was part of a massive battle between Kreons. He and the Combaticons combined into Bruticus to gain the advantage in battle, and then chased the Autobots off alongside [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]]. {{storylink|Commercial#Kre-O|KRE-O Transformers Micro Changers and Combiners Construction Sets commercial}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> [[File:Example.jpg]]===''Transformers Legends''===<br /> Brawl was active in the Decepticon/Autobot war when [[Doctor Arkeville]] created [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]]. He didn't take an active role when the Doctor's creation went[[File:Example.jpg]] on a rampage and was stopped by the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] however. {{storylink|Nemesis Rising}} Brawl assisted [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] and [[Apeface]] in attacking the Autobots on Earth in an attempt to obtain the [[Key to the Plasma Energy Chamber]], but even with his help, the mission was a failure. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Earth Defense Command}}<br /> {{-}}[[File:https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSNffrl843Y_DMLHb2QGa9P7S1JW1injRTf7_njPubpw3iXiA]]<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:BattleTacticsBrawl.jpg|thumb|400px|left|I could bend over to use my tank cannon, but this oversized gun is ''way'' better!]]<br /> Brawl participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Rare character who could be recruited by collecting 160 units of Cybermetal, and 95 units of Transmetal. He was also a starter character for all players at a later point in the game. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===<br /> [[file: BrawlEarthWars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.75|Hey, no need for a giant gun on my back. I got a Grenade Launcher. And '''LOUD ROCKETS'''.]]<br /> <br /> Brawl is one of warriors on Earth alongside his fellow Combaticons. He's probably jealous that [[Swindle (G1)| Swindle]] got to Earth first before him. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}<br /> <br /> When Swindle gets wind that the Autobots are on the move to a signal in the Arctic, he and Brawl try to head there themselves. Brawl, as usual, makes himself REALLY loud by shouting, As usual. Swindle tells him to shut up or at least be more quiet, until Starscream comes and finds out about Swindle's plan, and leads the operation himself. Brawl calls for them to wait up.<br /> <br /> When they arrived, he shouted what in the [[Anatomic euphemism#Lugnuts|lugnutz]] had they found. Megatron, who was already there, told him that it was a [[Planet-Destroying Fortress]]. Brawl wanted to blast the entrance open, but Megatron told him that their presence must remain secret to the Autobots on the surface. After Shockwave suggested an alternative, Megatron ordered Brawl to bring in the Constructicons.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Frozen Fortress}}<br /> <br /> While the Constructicons were drilling through the fortress. Brawl made himself extremely noisy, And Long Haul complained that &quot;Brawl has to '''SHOUT''' continually!&quot;. He set up the high explosives to break though the main chamber, and he and Starscream went in first, but retreated upon seeing Deathsaurus. For once he was speechless. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - What Lies Beneath}}<br /> <br /> He appropriately yelled, &quot;LET'S GET OUT OF HERE!&quot; when the fortress was about to self-destruct.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Monster Within}}<br /> <br /> *'''Lowest star rating''': 2 stars<br /> *'''Weapons''': Brawl uses a standard issue grenade launcher, but with grenades that make a larger BOOM. And it's loud. VERY loud. <br /> *'''Ability: Rocket Barrage''': Brawl fires a barrage of six rockets dealing moderate damage to a set area. Upgrade for higher damage and louder rockets. <br /> **'''Cost''': 6 ability points +2 for every reuse.<br /> <br /> [http://wiki.transformersearthwars.com/character:brawl| Brawl at Transformers: Earth Wars Wiki]<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Online'' (2016 video game)===<br /> [[File:Brawl TFO.jpg|thumb|right|300px|&quot;Don't worry my friends I will be your shield&quot; ]]<br /> {{bigquote|I'm just wild by default.}}<br /> <br /> When it comes to notoriety amongst the Decepticons, Brawl is considered the bully of the bunch. Brawl's hot-headed demeanor causes him to easily lose his temper. Regardless of faction, he will relentlessly attack anyone who gets in his way. Despite his wild, militaristic disposition, Brawl is still an exemplary soldier in combat. He is often assigned to serve in a Decepticon vanguard unit. No one knows Brawl's brash shouting was to keep himself sane, because if he keeps quiet, he feels like nothing but a lowly coward.<br /> <br /> In battle, Brawl wields the &quot;[[Giant Fists of Fury]]&quot; and a double barreled, semi-automatic &quot;[[Eye of the Thunderstorm]]&quot; submachine gun. His active skill is &quot;Smart Cover&quot;: <br /> *'''Smart Cover''' — Brawl projects a transparent wall in front of him that only he and his allies can pass and shoot through. {{storylink|Transformers Online (2016 video game)|Transformers Online}} &lt;ref&gt;[http://tfol.qq.com/act/a20160726data/hero12.shtml Brawl on the Transformers Online website]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> [[File:G1Brawl toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Available in space camouflage.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1986/1987/1991)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-67'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Electron gun]], Twin Sonic Cannon<br /> <br /> : Brawl transforms into a green Leopard 1A3 main battle tank. In vehicle mode his armament is supplemented by a large dark gray anti-aircraft gun mounted of the back of the tank's hull. In robot mode Brawl is armed with a small dark gray gun.<br /> <br /> : Early releases of Brawl used painted die-cast metal for his chest and leg-mounted tank treads. This was later replaced by color-cast plastic. The complete set of Combaticons were re-released in the European-market &quot;[[Classics (Europe)|Classics]]&quot; line in 1991; these releases has the [[rubsign]] indent removed from the molding.<br /> <br /> : Brawl normally operates as Bruticus' left leg, but as a [[Scramble City (toyline)|Scramble City]]-style combiner, he can also act as any other limb for any other combination of robots who share the connection design.<br /> <br /> : In 1987, Brawl also came with a randomly-packed Decepticon [[Decoy]] and accompanying mini-comic/checklist.<br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed as ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]'' [[Sandstorm (OC)|Sandstorm]], as well as [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Gift set, 1985)<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-69'''<br /> <br /> :In addition to his single release, Brawl was also sold in a &quot;Bruticus&quot; [[giftset]] alongside the other Combaticons. The gift set was never available in the USA or Canada, but only in [[Japan]] and [[Italy]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generation 2===<br /> [[File:G2Brawl toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Before [[Megaplex]] came about, Megatron disguised Brawl as himself to draw fire away.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1994)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, double-barreled cannon<br /> <br /> : For ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'', Brawl was redecoed with bright green and purple camo. Presumably this is so he can hide in the same green and purple forests as [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Megatron]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1994/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generation 2'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G22012}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-G2Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;I don't care what &quot;G&quot; it is, I'm staying green.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Box set, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle<br /> <br /> : A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' [[Brawl (WFC)#Generations|Decepticon Brawl]], available only as part of an Amazon.com/[[BigBadToyStore]] shared exclusive &quot;Decepticon Bruticus&quot; [[giftset|gift set]], with all the Combaticons' colors based on their 1994 ''Generation 2'' counterparts.<br /> <br /> : Brawl's [[alternate mode]] is a green &quot;[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]]&quot; hover tank with a twin-barreled turret. Unlike most other Transformers toys with tank alternate modes, Brawl sports ''no'' wheels whatsoever. His robot mode rifle can be attached to the turret (between the two cannon barrels) and thus serve as an additional weapon. In robot mode, Brawl can hold his rifle (which features a [[5mm post]] as its handle) in either hand.<br /> <br /> : In addition to his robot and vehicle modes, Brawl can also combine with his fellow Combaticons into Bruticus and serve as any of the gestalt robot's four limbs, though his official configuration shown in the [[instructions]] is the left leg.<br /> <br /> : This toy was [[retool]]ed into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Twintwist]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Universe (2008)===<br /> [[File:Universe-ROTF-toy Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| BRWL!]]<br /> *'''Bruticus Maximus''' (2008)<br /> **''Series'': '''G1 Series'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' [[Kickback (Energon)|Kickback]]/[[Blight (Energon)|Blight]] sculpt, transforming into a green [http://www.army-technology.com/projects/gepard/gepard1.html Gepard] anti-aircraft tank. His tank mode is adorned with the text &quot;1MJ9&quot; in a font that says &quot;brwl&quot; when read upside-down. When combined with the other Combaticons, Brawl is nominally Bruticus Maximus' left leg, though he can be used in any other limb position.<br /> <br /> : He was only available as part of the ''Universe'' Bruticus Maximus [[giftset]], which also contains [[Blast Off (G1)#Universe (2008)|Blast Off]], another redeco of the same sculpt used for Brawl. The ''Universe'' version of the giftset was initially intended to be released as a [[Target]] exclusive in the United States, but ultimately ended up being only available in some non-American markets such as Australia and Singapore. Instead, American markets eventually received a [[rebranding|rebranded]] version of this giftset (with no changes to the toys themselves) in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' packaging (thereby creating a new version of the pre-existing [[live-action film series]] [[Brawl (Movie)#Exclusive figures|Brawl]] character as well as a new [[Blast Off (ROTF)|Blast Off]] character), exclusively available at Target stores in the United States and at Zellers stores in Canada.<br /> <br /> : This sculpt was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Landquake (Timelines)|Landquake]], as well as the ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' versions of Brawl (see [[#United|below]]) and [[Blast Off (G1)#United|Blast Off]]. Another planned redeco, ''[[Movie (toyline)|Movie]]'' [[Gunbarrel (Movie)|Gunbarrel]], was canceled.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/TargetBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Universe'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Encore===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (multi-pack, Japan 2009)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''16'''<br /> <br /> :A reissue of the original G1 Brawl toy at first sight, this toy is actually a redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Armorhide retool of the sculpt. This version of Brawl was only available as part of a Bruticus gift set released under [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' line of reissues.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy Scout Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Ooh, I feel dizzy...]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Scout Class, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Cannon<br /> <br /> : A redeco of [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'']] [[Breacher]], ''Generations'' Brawl transforms into a Land Systems OMC [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratel_IFV Ratel IFV]. His cannon uses the [[C joint]] system, so it can be clipped onto multiple places on his robot mode, as well as on other figures with appropriate mounting points. (The [[instructions]] completely neglect to mention this, instead insisting on keeping the weapon attached to the vehicle roof mount in robot mode, thus keeping his weapon on his back even though he comes packed with the gun clipped onto his fist.) His arm-panels also utilize 3mm clips, therefore they can be equipped with assorted C joint accessories. They can also be removed and used as shields as they too are attached to his wrists with C-joints. The side of Brawl's alt mode is decorated with &quot;D67&quot;, the Japanese ID number of his original toy.<br /> <br /> : Originally developed by Hasbro Asia for release in their territories, Brawl was brought over with many other toys as [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] exclusives for the 2012 holiday season.<br /> <br /> : This mold would also have been used for the canceled 2010 ''Transformers'' [[Bodyblock (TF 2010)|Bodyblock]] toy.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/GDOBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|FOC}}<br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-RetailBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''01/#007'''<br /> **'''PART 5 OF 5!'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[2013]]-[[January 26|01-26]]'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG05'''<br /> **''Accessory:'' rifle<br /> {{note|The TakaraTomy release of ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' Brawl.}}<br /> <br /> : A [[redeco]] of Decepticon Brawl from the [[Bruticus (WFC)#Toys|Decepticon Bruticus]] [[giftset]] was available individually alongside his fellow Combaticons as part of the second [[wave]] of the ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''-themed 2012-onwards Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' assortment. These versions of the Combaticons replace the [[Show-accuracy|game-accurate]], Generation 1-inspired decoes with more &quot;flashy&quot; colors apparently homaging the color scheme of [[Bruticus Maximus (Energon)|Bruticus Maximus]].<br /> <br /> : Aside from the colors, mass retail Brawl is identical to the version from the Decepticon Bruticus gift set.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|CombinerWars}}<br /> <br /> ====Combiner Wars====<br /> [[File:CWDlxBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Third party? I don't need no slaggin' third party!]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of 2016 ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Deluxes, Brawl is an all-new mold that transforms into a military tank of some kind. Though the turret cannot rotate, the barrel can hinge up and down. Said barrel can also pop off for Brawl to wield in robot mode as a rifle.<br /> <br /> : Brawl has a slight engineering problem: his waist isn't designed to completely collapse into itself to attach to the hips, so he literally has no stomach (stock photography tends to hide this issue by showing Brawl from a high angle). Additionally, due to tolerance issues on many copies of the figure, the waist doesn't click in in its intended configuration—leading his chest to often flop backward. Later samples of Brawl and all subsequent uses of the mold however appear to have the remedied the issue for the most part allowing the waist to at least stay tabbed in. Additionally, his robot mode legs do not peg very firmly together, resulting in them separating frequently in arm configuration. Particularly, the tab on the hardpoint for the combined mode hand does not fit snugly into the slot. The tab and slot on his knees is similarly loose, but to a lesser degree.<br /> <br /> : As Brawl is a ''Combiner Wars'' figure, he can combine with his fellow [[Combaticon (G1)#CombinerWars|Combaticons]] to form [[Bruticus (G1)#CombinerWars|Bruticus]] as either an arm or a leg. He can also combine with any ''Unite Warriors'' Voyager class figure or even form one of [[Godbomber#Legends|''Legends'' Godbomber's]] legs.<br /> <br /> : Brawl comes with a copy of &quot;''Combiner Wars'' #2&quot; (actually [[Night and the City|''Robots in Disguise'' #9]]), while regional versions outside of the United States come with a collector card. He and the last three waves of Combiner Wars Deluxe and Voyager figures later started showing up at TJ Maxx at reduced prices with the collector card.<br /> <br /> : This mold was retooled to make [[BotCon 2016]] [[Ram Horn#Combiner Wars|General Ramhorn]], [[Nosecone (G1)#Generations|Nosecone]], [[Drillhorn (Victory)#Generations|Drillhorn]], and [[Killbison#Generations|Ironbison]] .<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G2BruticusSet}}<br /> [[File:TF-Combiner-Wars-G2-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Collection Pack, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories'': Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> :A ''Generation 2''-themed redeco of ''Combiner Wars'' Brawl is packed along with the other Combaticons (including [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#G2BruticusSet|Shockwave]]), and sold together in a massive box.<br /> <br /> :Whether Brawl still had waist problems like his original figure's old variant or slightly secure like the original's new variant is unknown for now.<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===United===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :Released exclusively by TakaraTomy in non-Japanese Asian markets, this redeco of the ''Energon'' Bruticus Maximus set has colours similar to the previous ''Universe'' (2008)/''Revenge of the Fallen'' release, but with a greater emphasis on G1-accuracy. Brawl trades in the olive coloured plastic for dark green and grey. Additionally, the gun-radar/combined mode foot/hand previously cast in translucent coloured plastic is now opaque grey, though his energon star remains orange.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Kre-O===<br /> [[Image:KreO-Toy Brawl.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Bruticus''' (Micro-Changer Combiner, 2013)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A2225'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''79'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, bazooka, 2 clip-on treads<br /> :Brawl comes as part of the Bruticus [[Micro-Changer]] combiner set, and can be rebuilt from his robot mode into a tank. He can also contribute his bricks to form Bruticus. Unlike [[Swindle (G1)#Kre-O|Swindle]] but like [[Onslaught (G1)#Kre-O|Onslaught]], and [[Vortex (G1)#Kre-O|Vortex]], he is based on his [[#Generation 1|Generation 1 toy]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Kre-OBrawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Combiner3pack}}<br /> *'''Combiner Robot Mega Pack''' (3-pack, 2016)<br /> **''Set number'': '''???'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''245'''<br /> <br /> :3 years later, the 3 Micro-Changer combiners, Superion, Bruticus, and Menasor was reissued and released as a 3-pack. The toys were unchanged from their individual releases.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Unite Warriors===<br /> [[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW07-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Multi-pack, 2016-[[June 25|06-25]])<br /> **''ID Number:'' '''UW-07'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Individual Combatron Weapons, Combatron extremities<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''Combiner Wars'' mold in a color scheme based on his cartoon appearance, including changes such as giving him a gray head with yellow eyes and red faceplate and a hand-foot-gun cast in the same brown as his body. Brawl was sold only in a multi-pack with the other Combatrons.<br /> <br /> :As a Deluxe Class ''Unite Warriors'' figure, he can combine to form the leg or arm of any combiner from Hasbro's ''Combiner Wars'' subline or any ''Unite Warriors'' figure, but would usually be associated with Bruticus.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:G1OddCombat.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> [[File:EuroClassicsCombaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> *The [[character model]]s of the Combaticons are kinda... okay, ''heavily'' made-up. Brawl has a lot of extra bits, and his arms are completely different from the toy. Early models of the team which were a bit more accurate to the toys - except for the heads, oddly enough - have shown up in various sourcebooks, though Brawl's is still off in some very odd ways. Even his final vehicle-mode model is off-kilter, resembling a British [[wikipedia:Centurion tank|Centurion]] more than a German Leopard 1.<br /> *The packaging of the 1990 European [[Classics (Europe)|Classics]] release of the original Onslaught toy depicted the Combaticons in new color schemes, despite the fact that the actual toys looked identical to their original releases. While it may never be known for certain, it has been theorized that these colors originated from a packaging printing error rather than a legitimate attempt to [[redeco]] the Combaticons. <br /> *Brawl's animation model was used multiple times (in both robot and tank modes) as [[generic]] Decepticons in the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Armada'' cartoon]].<br /> *According to the [[Walmart]] computer database, there seemed to have been plans at some point for a ''[[War Within (franchise)|War Within]]'' version of Brawl in the 6&quot; ''[[Titanium Series]]'' line. No other evidence of these plans has come to light.<br /> *In the ''Wings of Honor'' continuity the Combaticons are swayed to the Decepticon side by Deathsaurus appealing to their darker natures, represented by one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Shockingly, Brawl's Wrath was his undoing (though one might also make an argument for Lust. Battlelust, that is.)<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Brawl''' (ブロウル, ブロール ''Burōru'')<br /> *''French:'' '''Baggareur''' (Canada)<br /> *''Hungarian:'' '''Huligán''' (&quot;Hooligan&quot;)<br /> *''Italian:'' '''Bomber'''<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Jēng-chǎu''' (Taiwan, 爭吵, &quot;Brawl&quot;), '''Chǎo​ nào​''' (China, 吵闹, &quot;Brawl&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Grom''' (cartoon, Гром, &quot;Thunder&quot;)<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Cloud Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combaticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combiner Wars]]<br /> [[Category:Dreamwave Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Elite Guard]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 2 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:IDW Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kreons]]<br /> [[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br /> [[Category:Super-God Masterforce Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:The Headmasters Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Turncoats]]<br /> [[Category:Unite Warriors Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:United Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Universe (2008)]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Ladybird Books Decepticons]]</div>

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<p>Technospike: /* Transformers Legends */</p> <hr /> <div>{{factions|decepticon|decepticong2|autobot|eliteguard}}<br /> {{picsneeded|Fiction, early model}}<br /> {{disambig3|Brawl}}<br /> :''Brawl is a [[Decepticon]] [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].''<br /> [[File:MTMTEBrawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|&quot;I wouldn't need the pistol, but I don't wanna have to bend over to aim...&quot;]]<br /> If '''Brawl'''&lt;nowiki&gt;'&lt;/nowiki&gt;s on the battlefield and you can't hear him coming, it's time to check your audio receptors, because chances are you've gone deaf. Brawl's main distinguishing characteristic is '''VOLUME'''. No matter if he's talking (yelling), moving (clanking and rattling), or fighting (yelling, clanking, rattling, and blasting) you're sure to hear him doing it, as is anyone else in the county. As if that wasn't enough, he is also a ball of barely contained rage and violence with a hair-trigger temper. This makes even his comrades wary, but it does make him a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield... as long as the mission doesn't require stealth. Or zero casualties. <br /> <br /> Brawl combines with his fellow Combaticons to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]].<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Generation 1 cartoon continuity===<br /> ====''The Transformers'' cartoon====<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Tony St. James]] (English), [[Toshio Ishii]] (Japanese)|[[Fritz von Hardenberg]] (German, &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;), [[Willy Schäfer]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; and &quot;The Revenge of Bruticus&quot;), [[Ulf Jürgen Söhmisch]] (German, ''Generation 2'', &quot;Fight or Flee&quot;)}}<br /> <br /> [[File:StarscreamsBrigade Starscream Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;It's YOUR fault I'm not more toy-accurate!&quot;]]<br /> Brawl was one of the five [[renegade Decepticon]]s liberated by [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] in the Air Commander's latest attempt to unseat [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]]. As an element of their imprisonment, they had been reduced to mere [[personality component]]s, so Starscream installed them into abandoned [[World War II]] military vehicles. The transplant caused the vehicles to immediately reconfigure themselves: Brawl in particular went from being an [[wikipedia:M4 Sherman|M4 Sherman]] tank&lt;ref&gt;&quot;Starscream's Brigade&quot; shooting script&lt;/ref&gt; to being a... more differenter tank, before turning into a robot. Starscream called them &quot;Combaticons&quot; and announced their names as they transformed, but they didn't recognize him. Nor did they feel particularly indebted to him for their release; Brawl even threatened to pound him into scrap for no apparent reason. In the end, Starscream only guaranteed their loyalty though having given them bodies bereft of [[energy absorber]]s, so they would be dependent upon him to refuel. While their first missions for Starscream were initially successful, the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]]' intervention meant the brigade's defeat, and Megatron exiled all six to a remote asteroid. {{storylink|Starscream's Brigade}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons managed to tow the asteroid to Cybertron and evict [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]. Brawl would have preferred just to shoot the hell out of the Decepticons and [[Earth]], but [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] managed to rig the [[space bridge]] to drag Earth into the sun. However, the Combaticons were later attacked by mysterious aggressors. Although the Combaticons were confused by their appearance, Brawl figured that they should just annihilate them. As it turned out, the aggressors were holograms created by Starscream and Shockwave, whom the Combaticons captured. Once Megatron, as well as the [[Autobot]]s, arrived, the Combaticons merged into Bruticus, but [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] deactivated him. The Combaticons were then reprogrammed to serve Megatron. {{storylink|The Revenge of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> [[File:BOT RepairingBrawl.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Only a fierce backrub could cure Brawl's rage. Megatron happily loaned out Soundwave for a few hours just to get some peace and quiet.]]<br /> When Onslaught ordered the Combaticons to transform in a street, [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] knocked into Brawl, who in turn made his displeasure very vocal. They then transformed into Bruticus, who was immediately shot to pieces by [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. Swindle was the sole survivor, and he sold his partners' deactivated forms to various humans such as [[El Presidente]]. Under threat of death by Megatron, Swindle stole back the parts of his unit. However, he was unable to find Brawl's personality component, leaving Brawl a silent shell requiring to be guided over to the rest of the group when ordered to form Bruticus. It turned out that the Combaticons couldn't merge at all without that particular piece of technology, much to Megatron's dismay. Swindle was sent out to retrieve the personality component, which had been used by [[Martin and Roland|some]] [[Elise Presser|kids]] to build [[B.O.T. (G1)|a robot]] for a school project. Of course, this made the robot extremely violent, and it destroyed the school lab and fought some Autobots before Swindle found it and recovered the component. This whole ordeal does pose a question: why does Bruticus depend on the personality component of a loud, homicidal maniac to form? {{storylink|B.O.T. (episode)|B.O.T.}}<br /> <br /> [[File:FightorFlee RazorclawBrawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|This makes perfect sense in context. Really.]]<br /> During the Decepticon attack on [[Paradron]], Brawl teamed up with [[Razorclaw (G1)|Razorclaw]] to capture [[Sandstorm (G1)|Sandstorm]], and together they managed to make him fall off a bridge. Later, he manned a [[molecular cannon]] alongside [[Headstrong (G1)|Headstrong]], but the cannon was destroyed in an Autobot attack. At the same time, Brawl was ''also'' part of Bruticus, who was accompanying [[Galvatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Galvatron]]. {{storylink|Fight or Flee (episode)|Fight or Flee}} Some time later, the Combaticons were sent by Galvatron to assassinate the Decepticon exile [[Octane]]. Because bringing Brawl along when you need to sneak up on someone is a good idea. {{storylink|Starscream's Ghost}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons later performed a hit-and-run attack on [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] in order to mess up an upcoming peace conference. Brawl got a good shot at [[Wheelie (G1)|Wheelie]] in the ensuing battle, but [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] jumped in and took the blast. {{storylink|Surprise Party}} When the [[Hate Plague]] was brought to Earth, the Combaticons were infected by the disease when Bruticus was (rather ineffectively) punched by an infected Ultra Magnus. Bruticus apparently split apart later on, as Brawl was seen rampaging through a human marketplace, crushing various stands beneath his tracks. Soon afterwards he infected Headstrong. {{storylink|The Return of Optimus Prime, Part 1}}<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Aerial Assault}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 3}} {{storylink|Five Faces of Darkness, Part 5}} {{storylink|The Ultimate Weapon}} {{storylink|The Burden Hardest to Bear}} {{storylink|The Rebirth, Part 3}}}}<br /> <br /> ====Japanese cartoon continuity====<br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' manga=====<br /> [[File:Manga8 Brawlshootsadog.jpg|left|upright=1.1|thumb|Oh my god, you've killed a puppy. YOU RUST-CASE!!]]<br /> When Menasor's baseball stadium/command base was attacked by Superion and Defensor, Bruticus came to his aid. He quickly took out Defensor, damaging [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] and preventing the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] from combining again. However, Superion blasted Brawl and Swindle away with his [[electrostatic discharger rifle]], allowing [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] and [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] to steal their places as Bruticus's legs and fly away with him. Brawl followed them, meagerly yelling for his enemies to wait up. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 5|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #5}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons were later sent to hunt down an escaped [[Murdered puppy|puppy]] that Megatron had experimented on. Brawl was pretty happy when he got a few shots in on the fleeing animal, but was reprimanded by [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] as they were supposed to capture it alive. [[Powerglide (G1)|Powerglide]] soon showed up to save the dog, and using its [[Decepticon super science|experimental energy]], he and the [[Mini Vehicle]]s defeated the Combaticons. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers issue 8|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers #8}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> =====''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' story pages=====<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers'' manga=====<br /> In the year [[2010]], Brawl participated in a Decepticon attack on the planet Feminia. He and his team merged into Bruticus in order to battle alongside Menasor and Devastator against their Autobot counterparts Superion, Defensor and Omega Supreme. The fight was fairly evenly matched until Galvatron called up his ace-in-the-hole, [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]], whose power was unmatched by any of the Autobots... except for the [[Omnibot (G1)|Omnibots]], who essentially tied Predaking's shoelaces together until he fell over, straight into Bruticus and his chums, sending them all toppling to the ground and knocking them to bits. {{storylink|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers issue 5|The Story of Super Robot Lifeforms: The Transformers #5}}<br /> {{note|Brawl only appears as a component of Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> =====Scramble City: Mobilization=====<br /> When the Stunticons were dispatched to hinder the Autobots from constructing [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]], they were attacked by the Aerialbots and did not fare too well. Brawl and the Combaticons arrived to help, and together Bruticus and Menasor easily overpowered Superion. However, Scramble City itself soon drove up and blasted both combiners into the distance. {{storylink|Scramble City: Mobilization}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Great Transformer War'' manga=====<br /> Galvatron kidnapped Doctor [[Dalton]] of [[Eran]] to upgrade the might of his combiner warriors. When the Autobot combiners arrived to save Dalton, Brawl and his teammates were deployed at high speeds from Onslaught's launcher mode. They met Superion in mid-air, and the force of their deployment enabled the combiner teams to tear him apart. The Combaticons then merged into Bruticus to move in for the kill. They were ultimately outwitted by the Autobots, however, who rescued Dalton and safely returned to Metroplex. {{storylink|The Great Transformer War issue 1|The Great Transformer War #1}}<br /> <br /> =====''The Headmasters'' cartoon=====<br /> Brawl and the Combaticons participated in an all-out Decepticon attack on Cybertron, {{storylink|Four Warriors Come out of the Sky}} until [[Fortress Maximus (G1)|Fortress Maximus]] arrived and drove them away. {{storylink|The Mystery of Planet Master}} Shortly afterwards, [[Hot Rod (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hot Rod]] set out to find the [[Matrix of Leadership]] and bring it to Optimus Prime, and the Combaticons were among the troops sent out to stop him. They were ambushed by the Protectobots, and defeated when Defensor buried Bruticus in a rockfall. {{storylink|Birth of the Fantastic Double Prime}} Not long after that, the Combaticons defended [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]] against [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Twincast]]'s attempted infiltration, but failed when the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] arrived and distracted them. {{storylink|The Great Cassette Operation}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SOSfromSandra Terrorcon Brawl.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;NO MERCY! RIP 'EM APART! I'LL MURDERIZE 'EM! I'LL —&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;Your squad's over there, Brawl.&quot;&lt;br&gt;&quot;RIGHT! I KNEW THAT!&quot;]]<br /> The Combaticons were later part of ''another'' attack on Cybertron, during which they killed plenty of [[Generic|soldiers]] before getting into another fight with Defensor. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 1}} They lost. {{storylink|Cybertron Is in Grave Danger, Part 2}} When the Decepticons planted a giant carnivorous plant in [[San Francisco]], the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]] and [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] were stationed to attack any Autobots who arrived to kill it. {{storylink|Head On!! Fortress Maximus}} When the Autobots were preparing [[energon cube]]s to aid the planet [[Sandra (planet)|Sandra]], Brawl attacked them alongside the [[Terrorcon (G1)|Terrorcons]], taking [[Blot (G1)|Blot]]'s place for [[Animation error|reasons unknown]]. {{storylink|SOS from Planet Sandra}} [[Sixshot]] later sent all the Combaticons, Terrorcons and [[Horrorcon]]s to attack an Autobot energy facility in [[Florida|Miami]], in order to lure Autobot troops away from [[Autobot City (G1)|Autobot City]]. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus Dies!!}} The Combaticons also later unleashed Bruticus as Sixshot continued his reign of terror over the Autobots on Earth. {{storylink|The Emperor of Destruction Vanishes on an Iceberg}} <br /> <br /> Brawl was present when [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]] held a speech about Galvatron's recent death and took control of the Decepticons. {{storylink|I Risk My Life for Earth}} Bruticus was later part of a small group of Decepticons who tried to lead Fortress Maximus away from the Decepticon base on [[Master (planet)|Master]]. {{storylink|The Zarak Shield Turns the Tide}} The combiner then stood by and laughed as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] sank the luxury liner ''[[Queen World]]'' in the Atlantic Ocean, before being ordered to defend a [[Death Tower]] in [[Australia]]. Bruticus easily took care of Defensor when the Autobot tried to destroy the tower, but was ordered to retreat when the machine activated. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 1)}} As Bruticus, the Combaticons participated in the final battle with the Autobots at the North Pole, and retreated into space when Scorponok's energy-absorbing satellite started tearing the Earth apart. {{storylink|The Final Showdown on Earth (Part 2)}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> =====''Super-God Masterforce'' manga=====<br /> Brawl formed the right leg of [[Scramble 7]], a Decepticon combiner using various combiner team members in a supposedly &quot;ideal&quot; configuration. Scramble 7 attacked the Autobot base on [[Athenia]], but was defeated by [[Ginrai (human)|Super Ginrai]], [[Lightfoot (Masterforce)|Lightfoot]] and [[Ranger]] thanks to their use of [[Chōkon Power]]. {{storylink|The Battle Begins! The United Earth-Space Troops}}<br /> <br /> =====''Unite Warriors''=====<br /> When the Combaticons were hosting an illegal arms trading market, Brawl was annoyed to find his gun and combiner extremity among Swindle's wares. {{storylink|Unite Warriors Offshot#Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!|Shopping at the Dark Bazaar!}}<br /> <br /> =====''Zone'' cartoon, manga, and story pages=====<br /> Seeking to create a [[Decepticon Zone]] to counter the [[Micro|Autobot Zone]], [[Emperor of Destruction|Decepticon Emperor]] [[Violen Jiger]] gathered together the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]], upgrading them with powerful new armor and weaponry, then sent them forth to conquer planets. Brawl was of those summoned, but only as part of Bruticus. {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (story page)|Zone Part 1}} {{storylink|Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Zone (manga)|Zone}} {{storylink|Enter the New Supreme Commander, Dai Atlas!}}<br /> <br /> ====''Wings Universe''====<br /> {{Wingsnote}}<br /> [[File:EliteGuardCombaticons TheComingStorm2.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was part of an Autobot [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] special ops unit created by [[Magnum]] to take out the various [[Decepticon Warlord|leaders]] of the new Decepticon faction, in the hopes of ending the war quickly. He was assigned to the &quot;Combaticons&quot; as their Ground Assault specialist. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 2}}<br /> <br /> Before they could get started on their primary mission, however, the [[Autobot High Council]] had a more...diplomatic mission for the Elite Guard. Teamed with their fellow squad, [[Metalhawk (Masterforce)|Metalhawk]]'s Strike Team, Brawl and the Combaticons were to make contact with an archeological team heralded by [[Alpha Trion (G1)|Alpha Trion]] as responsible for one of the greatest finds of recent history. Brawl had little interest in the old bot's preaching, and he spent the mission briefing drawing little cartoon bombs and explosions on the sheet in front of him. When the Councilbot started talking about demolition work, though, Brawl suddenly became more interested in the job.<br /> <br /> Out at [[Median]], they found the mission was even more complicated than Alpha Trion let on. Dig coordinator [[Flip Sides (G1)|Flipsides]] explained how they had uncovered a massively powerful artifact known as the [[Heart of the Dragon]], and the Decepticons had already become aware of it. Brawl and the Elite Guard began fortifying the town to [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]]'s specifications to resist attack. Although he preferred DEstruction over CONstruction, Brawl still got to make a lot of noise setting up the barricades, so he enjoyed the work immensely. When [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] of the Strike Team commented how he sometimes missed his truck mode after seeing Brawl in action, the gruff Combaticon laid out his credo for life: ''Reformatting's for wimps.'' Oh, and ''&quot;Aim for the mouth, so's you don't have to talk to them.&quot;'' One bot, many credos. <br /> <br /> When the attack came, Brawl operated on the second line of defense with Onslaught, [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]] and the Strike Team's weaponry expert, [[Ironfist (G1)|Ironfist]]. Once the Decepticon [[Stormtrooper (G1)|Stormtrooper]]s made it through the first line, however, it became a game of cybercat and ironmouse, as the 'Cons split up and used sensor ghosts to send the Elite Guard chasing their tails. By the time Brawl even got a clean shot at one of 'em, the Decepticons had already secured their objective and were speeding back to base. <br /> <br /> The Elite Guard pursued them and managed to infiltrate the Stormtroopers' transforming mobile fortress, the [[Metrotitan (Zone)|Metrotitan]]. They were forced to confront [[Brimstone (G1 Decepticon)|Brimstone]], a tiny but powerful Transformer brought to life by the Heart of the Dragon. His fiery breath decoupled molecules, sending even Brawl scurrying for cover. Despite said scurrying, Brawl was uncomfortable with leaving Brimstone to burn himself out like the turncoat Stormtrooper [[Drench (G1)|Drench]] suggested. One can only hope the massive explosion that consumed Brimstone and leveled the Metrotitan was enough to satisfy Brawl's battlelust. {{storylink|Flames of Yesterday}}<br /> <br /> Over the following weeks, the Combaticons and Strike Team continued working together on co-assigned missions against the Decepticon hierarchy. Although they bonded on a personal level, the Combaticons were aware Metalhawk's team was a bit more...squeamish about the duties of war than they were. When they captured a [[Dropkick (G1)|Cubeformer]] Decepticon, for instance, Brawl tortured the unwilling informant away from the Strike Team to get the information they needed, and Onslaught concocted a story about a suicide implant to explain the Con's demise. After successfully assassinating Decepticon field leader [[Shadowcaster]], the Combaticons remained in the field to search for more information. They got more than they bargained for and were captured by [[Deathsaurus (Victory)|Deathsaurus]]'s forces. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 3}}<br /> <br /> Brawl and the Combaticons were isolated behind Oan energy bars, although Brawl was stubborn enough to constantly try and force his way past the unbreakable bars, until his exo-structure was smoldering with the feedback. They were brought before Deathsaurus, who slyly began to manipulate the Special Ops Team into becoming true &quot;Combaticons&quot; under the Decepticon banner. A personal touch was added to sway every Combaticon, but for Brawl he needed to do little more than suggest he ''needed'' help from the Elite Guard in order to fight. That was all it took to make Brawl determined to destroy the Elite Guard just to prove Deathsaurus wrong. Brawl...not very bright. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 4}}<br /> <br /> The Combaticons led an assault on Elite Guard headquarters with Deathsaurus's forces and unveiled the modifications their new commander had fitted them with: combination technology to form the big, bad, battlin' [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]! {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 5}} Bruticus managed to slaughter pretty much all of the Guard before [[Dion (G1)|Dion]] blinded the giant, forcing them to separate. They headed back to Deathsaurus's base for repairs. {{storylink|The Coming Storm: Part 6}}<br /> <br /> Repairs proceeded, but the Combaticons were startled to learn that Deathsaurus could force them to combine into Bruticus at will. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 1}} {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 2}} They still turned out to help defend the base against the remnants of the Elite Guard. Brawl started bashing [[Kup (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Kup]] around, and finally the moment he'd been waiting impatiently for came — the Combaticons began to merge... and were promptly blasted. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 3}} When it turned out they'd been blasted by more survivors of the Elite Guard massacre, Brawl announced they'd have to have another go at killing them all, but sadly Blast Off was indisposed, so they couldn't form Bruticus. During the end of the battle retreat, Brawl pointed out that Blast Off was still missing, and it delayed the team long enough for the Elite Guard to capture them. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> In the hands of the compromised [[Gyronian Sentry|Gyronian Sentry Team]], the Combaticons were whisked away to Deathsaurus's fortress, now under Megatron's control. Though Megatron gave them the option, none of them cared to help Deathsaurus, and they were imprisoned and their personality components subsequently interred in the Decepticon Detention Center. {{storylink|Battle Lines, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> ===Marvel Comics continuity===<br /> ====Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics====<br /> {{noteukonly}}<br /> [[File:Buster combaticons second generation.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> ''[[Buster Witwicky (G1)|Buster Witwicky]], who had held the power of the [[Matrix of Leadership|Creation Matrix]] inside his mind, once experienced nightmares of strange new Transformers, [[Special Teams]] with the ability to merge into a giants. Brawl and his Combaticon teammates appeared in one of Buster's earlier dreams, before he sought help from the Autobots. In order to process the information his subconscious was feeding him, Buster linked his mind with [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Optimus Prime]], so that the next dream came through far clearer than the previous ones. Together, they saw into the near future, where Brawl and the Combaticons encountered the Autobots at the [[Pullen Power Plant]]. Here, the Combaticons joined forces with the [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] against their Autobot counterparts, the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]] and [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]]. The Combaticons fought together as Bruticus, but were defeated by the teamwork shown by Autobot gestalts [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] and [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]]. After Prime and Buster awoke, the Autobots immediately went to work designing these new warriors. Thanks to [[Soundwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Soundwave]]'s hacking skills, however, [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] and [[Shockwave (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Shockwave]] also saw the visions and began working on their own Special Teams.'' {{storylink|The Special Teams Have Arrived}} {{storylink|Second Generation!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Swindle brawl afterdeath.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1]]<br /> On his first mission on Earth, Brawl was sent with the Combaticons and [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Megatron]] to steal a [[hydrothermocline]] device from [[Energy Futures Industries]]. When they arrived, they were met by Optimus Prime and the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], laying in wait for them. Brawl combined with his team to form Bruticus, but before the giant got a chance to brawl with [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]], [[Ethan Zachary|a human]] suggested that they'd play a [[Multi-World|video game]] over the plant instead. Optimus Prime and Megatron both agreed, and Brawl was sent into the video game along with the other Combaticons, Protectobots, and faction leaders. Brawl teamed up with [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] to destroy [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] and [[First Aid (G1)|First Aid]] in the &quot;Vineland&quot; area of the game. However, they were tripped up by a bunch of vine creatures, [[Decrystallizer cannon|crystallized]], and blown to smithereens. Game over. {{storylink|Afterdeath!}} ''These events were observed by the [[time travel]]ling [[Dicet Alpha-zero]].'' {{storylink|The Quest!}}<br /> <br /> [[File:GonebutNotForgotten Brawlheadcrush.JPG|upright=1.1|thumb|&quot;MEGATRON... PLEASE, NO!! I... CAN'T BREA... WAIT!! I... HAVE A... MOU...&quot; *krunnk*]]<br /> Unluckily for him, Brawl learned nothing about caution from this experience. A few days later, he mouthed off at Megatron, telling him to get over the fact that Optimus Prime had died by someone else's hands. Megatron proceeded to pop Brawl's head like a ripe melon and throw his deactivated body into a wall. {{storylink|Gone but Not Forgotten!}}<br /> <br /> ''He got better. On a later mission, Soundwave and the Combaticons were commissioned with destroying the inactive super-Decepticon known as [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]], who had been trapped inside the lava flow of an active volcano, preserving him like a fly in amber. Shockwave, who had been commanding the Combaticons ever since Megatron was believed dead in a [[space bridge]] accident, nevertheless saw Galvatron as a potential threat to his command, and wanted him eliminated permanently. Vortex and the others were to set up explosive charges around the mouth, burying the future warrior forever. Their plans were waylaid by a group of human females, who used up most of the explosives against the Combaticons. The Decepticons were then forced to retreat once [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and the [[Throttlebot]]s arrived to back-up the humans, but they swore vengeance for the interference.'' {{storylink|Ladies' Night (issue)|Ladies' Night}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl first aid used autobots.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2]]<br /> After chasing the Throttlebots around, the Combaticons eventually attacked them in a car lot, and Brawl got into another fight with the Protectobots as they arrived on the scene. Blaster stopped him from shooting [[Hot Spot (G1)|Hot Spot]] in the back, and the Combaticons were eventually forced to retreat. {{storylink|Used Autobots}} Shortly afterwards, the group decided to ambush the Protectobots on their way to the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]. They failed to take the Autobots completely by surprise as Hot Spot recognized Brawl's tank tracks on the ground, and the ensuing battle quickly led to the groups combining. Bruticus claimed victory over Defensor with his brute strength, but was soon tricked and broken into his component parts by Blaster. {{storylink|Child's Play (issue)|Child's Play}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Brawl prime bomb.jpg|thumb|upright=0.7]]<br /> Brawl was amongst the large number of Decepticons who ambushed the Autobots on the [[Moon (moon)|Moon]], only to be beaten back by Blaster and [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Grimlock]]. {{storylink|Totaled!}}<br /> <br /> ''Eventually, the Combaticons fell under the command of [[Scorponok (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity|Scorponok]]. On his orders, Brawl's team staged a raid on the [[Rutter U.S. Military Base]]. There, they secured two armed warheads and components from an advanced guidance computer. The Protectobots intervened part-way through the theft, but once Blast Off cleared the area with the loot, the rest of the team used hit-and-run tactics to fend their rivals off, eventually managing their own getaway.''<br /> <br /> ''Afterwards, the remaining Combaticons went to check on [[Darkwing (G1)|Darkwing]] and [[Dreadwind (G1)|Dreadwind]]'s progress at [[Alternate Reality, Inc.]], where Scorponok had likewise tasked them to steal a [[floppy disk]] containing a back-up copy of Optimus Prime's mind. They found [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] about to shoot the jets out of the sky, and blasted the Combiner in the back, crippling him before he could pull the trigger. With the mission a success, Brawl's group then made themselves scarce.'' {{storylink|Prime Bomb!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ====''Transformers Comic-Magazin''====<br /> When the Decepticons engaged in many attempts at obtaining Earth's energy resources around the globe, Brawl and the Combaticons joined forces as Bruticus to battle Superion. {{storylink|Transformers Comic-Magazin issue 11|Transformers in Action: He Who Laughs Last ...}}<br /> <br /> ====Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic====<br /> [[File:Totalwar-combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.8]]<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticons preparing to charge into battle against the [[Cybertronian (faction)|Cybertronian Empire]]. The skirmish ended with the Decepticons soundly defeated. {{storylink|New Dawn}} He was later seen with his fellow Combaticons attempting to defend the [[Warworld]] against boarders. The enemy managed to overrun the vessel, likely meaning that Brawl died alongside the other Decepticons during an unseen skirmish. {{storylink|Total War!}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===The Special Teams===<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons were created by Starscream on a remote Pacific island, by combining military vehicles with Energon cubes. They then drove to the [[Pullen Power Plant]], passing Optimus Prime en route, though the Autobot leader was none-the-wiser to the Decepticons in disguise. Onslaught, Brawl and Swindle arrived first on the battlefield, coming upon Menasor already engaged in battle with Defensor. Onslaught then ordered to rest of his team to merge with him to form Bruticus. {{storylink|The Special Teams}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Ladybird Books continuity===<br /> Brawl was damaged trying to breach [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]'s defenses. He was towed in for repairs by Onslaught and the Decepticon recovery crew. {{storylink|Decepticon Hideout}}<br /> <br /> ===Battle Beneath the Ice===<br /> [[File:BBTI-Combaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl joined his fellow Combaticons, Vortex and Blast Off, in searching for a city the humans had found hidden beneath the ice. After a brief battle with the Aerialbots, both sides learned that the [[city-dweller]]s were dangerous to Autobot and Decepticon alike, and joined forced against the [[Watcher]] and his ilk. [[Hot Rod (G1)|Hot Rod]] and the Aerialbots complied with the truce, allowing Brawl and the Combaticons to leave unmolested once everything was over. {{storylink|Battle Beneath the Ice}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===St. Michael ''The Transformers'' Sticker Book===<br /> {{notemultipath}}<br /> Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons served under [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] on a Decepticon ship, when they managed to shoot down the ship being captained by Ultra Magnus. After the Autobots crash-landed on planet [[Barrenikon]], the Decepticons landed their ship nearby to finish off their enemies. In the many possible adventures that followed, Brawl and the other Decepticons often underestimated you, which often led to them losing to the Autobots, leaving them either stranded on Barrenikon, or fleeing after they received too much damage. That is, if you somehow didn't get yourself killed at their hands. {{storylink|The Transformers Sticker Book (St. Michael)|The Transformers Sticker Book}}<br /> <br /> ===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity===<br /> [[File:Brawltww.jpg|left|upright=0.85|thumb|This... is my BOOMSTICK!]]<br /> Brawl participated in [[Shockwave (G1)|Shockwave]]'s siege on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] {{storylink|The War Within issue 2|The War Within #2}} and, upon arrival, quickly shifted to his tank mode to rain down firepower onto the Autobot stronghold. {{storylink|The War Within issue 3|The War Within #3}} He was joined by fellow heavy-artillery 'bots, [[Quake (G1)|Quake]] and [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] in his assault. {{storylink|The War Within issue 4|The War Within #4}} Brawl was on the front lines of the Decepticon army when they finally managed to penetrate the last of the Autobots' defenses. {{storylink|The War Within issue 5|The War Within #5}}<br /> <br /> During the Dark Ages, when Optimus Prime and Megatron both disappeared into a prototype space-bridge, both factions splintered into several sub-groups. During this time, footage of Brawl's part in the Iacon attack was reviewed by Prowl in preparation for attacks on multiple fronts. {{storylink|Fragmentation (G1)|Fragmentation}} As part of a combiner group, Brawl's actions were somewhat limited by the [[Crisis Intervention Accord]]; it is unknown how he occupied his time while the Accord was in place. {{storylink|Devastation}}<br /> <br /> Millions of years later, the Combaticons were considered war criminals and held in the detention blocks on Cybertron. {{storylink|Cold War (issue)|Cold War}} Starscream arranged to have them released and brought to Earth as his own private brigade, absconding from Cybertron as Shockwave's regime was being overthrown by the Autobots. {{storylink|Revelation (War and Peace)|Revelation}} <br /> <br /> Returning to the ''[[Nemesis (G1)|Nemesis]]'' via an uncooperative [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]], Starscream realized he needed to take parts from the Autobots' [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] if he ever hoped to get the ''Nemesis'' flying again, and for that he needed considerable firepower. Fortunately, there was a nearby abandoned military testing ground from which the Combaticons could scan Earth-based alternate modes. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} When the attack on the ''Ark'' was launched, the Autobots had little problem defending against the first wave, successfully capturing [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], but several of the Autobots were soundly beaten when the Combaticons showed up and combined into the mighty Bruticus. The behemoth attacked the ''Ark'' freeing his Decepticon compatriots before going after [[Brawn (G1)|Brawn]] and [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]]. Unfortunately, the Autobots activated their ship's self-destruct before escaping, damaging the Combaticons in the resulting explosion. {{storylink|Night of the Combaticons}}<br /> <br /> Damaged or not, the Combaticons soon had to face a powerful enemy when the crazed zealot [[Sunstorm (G1)|Sunstorm]] appeared on Earth, but before they could attack him, Bruticus' head was blown apart by [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]] in the Autobot supply ship ''[[Orion]]''. In the aftermath, Bruticus's barely-conscious body was battered upon by an angry Brawn. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} Starscream was forced into an alliance with the Autobots to save his neck, and the Combaticons were partially recharged as released as part of the arrangement. {{storylink|Skyfire (issue)|Skyfire}}<br /> <br /> [[File:G1DW SkyLynx defeats Combaticons.jpg|upright=1.4|thumb|This can't turn out good...]]<br /> <br /> The repaired Combaticons were brought to Guadalcanal where they could hone their somewhat lackluster combat skills and listen to Starscream's long-winded aspirations of glory. When Swindle commented on Starscream's mental state, Brawl agreed, stating that he'd like to pull the Air Commander's cerebro circuits straight out of his faceplate so they could get a better look at them. Starscream overheard their conversation, but let it pass in order for them to fight the magnificent Autobot [[Sky Lynx (G1)|Sky Lynx]]. Unfortunately, the Combaticons did not fare well when the crafty Autobot split into his two forms, with Brawl and Onslaught nearly crushed by the Lynx's right paw.<br /> <br /> This was the least of their troubles, however, as [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]] showed up as soon as Sky Lynx was deactivated. This encounter also did not end well. {{storylink|The Route of All Evil}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers''===<br /> As part of [[Serpentor|Serpent O.R.]]'s forces, Brawl defended the newly unified Decepticon army's base against a combined Autobot/[[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] strike force. {{storylink|The Art of War issue 5|The Art of War #5}}<br /> <br /> ===''The Beast Within''===<br /> During an all-out Decepticon offensive, Brawn helped the Predacons battle the Dinobots. When the Dinobots combined into their gestalt form, Brawl combined with his fellow Combaticons in order to square off against [[Beast (G1)|The Beast]]. {{storylink|The Beast Within}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW Generation 1 continuity===<br /> {{ongoing}}<br /> [[File:Autocracy12-BrawlOnslaughtSkullgrinBlitzwing.jpg|left|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;C'mon! Us tank 'Cons gotta stick together!&quot;]]<br /> Early in the war, Brawl defended the [[Citadel]] from the Autobots as part of Blitzwing's unit and was ordered with [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]] and [[Skullgrin]] to contain the Autobot forces. He got crushed by the [[Dinobot (G1)|Dynobots]] soon after the order. {{storylink|Endgame}} Together with the other Combaticons he left Cybertron rather than suffer [[Scorponok (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Scorponok]]'s leadership, and they made their way to the [[Presidium (planet)|Presidium]] to steal a weapons cache for their own use. Inside the vault was not weapons, however, but [[Starscream (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Starscream]] who offered the Combaticons payment to return to the fold now that [[Megatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Megatron]] was back. {{storylink|Primacy issue 2|Primacy #2}} They accepted and returned to Cybertron to participate in Megatron's attack on [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]]. {{storylink|Primacy issue 3|Primacy #3}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Spotlight Arcee Arcee hits Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|right]]<br /> Brawl was a member of the Combaticon tactical unit under the command of [[Banzai-Tron (G1)|Banzai-Tron]]'s [[Decepticon Secret Service]] and helped capture the [[Pretender Monster|&quot;gestalt&quot; transformers]] being held in the [[Garrus-9]] detention facility. He loved killing things: &quot;''We aim to maim!''&quot; Presumably, he was not particularly keen on being maimed himself, as he was impaled by [[Arcee (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Arcee]]'s twin saber blades. {{storylink|Spotlight: Arcee}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Land Ironclads Brawl misses Swindle.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.0]]<br /> After a deal was negotiated between Arcee and Banzai-Tron, Brawl and the other Combaticons later helped her in an attempt to recapture [[Monstructor (G1)|Monstructor]] (who had been stolen by [[Jhiaxus (G2)|Jhiaxus]] and [[Nova Prime|Nemesis Prime's]] forces), though the insane Autobot disappeared mid-battle. {{storylink|Spotlight: Sideswipe}}<br /> <br /> Years later, most of the Combaticons were left stranded and energon-less on Earth following a failed invasion. They were hired by [[North Korea]]n leader [[Kim Jong Du]] to lead an attack on the [[South Korea|South]]. Brawl, Onslaught and Vortex destroyed a South Korean outpost on the border of the DMZ to this end. {{storylink|International Incident Part 1: &quot;The Land Ironclads&quot;|The Land Ironclads}} They chafed under Kim's leadership, but unlike them, the Koreans knew how to produce [[energon]], so they had no choice but to obey. Inevitably, the Autobots showed up to stop the Combaticons from getting involved with human conflicts, but were forced to stay in their vehicle modes for the battle. Car modes and [[Skywatch]] [[crash suit]]s were hardly a match for a tank like Brawl, and the Combaticons got away. {{storylink|International Incident Part 2: &quot;Ranks of Bronze&quot;|Ranks of Bronze}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Hawk Among the Sparrows Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.25|right]]<br /> While Brawl and his teammates were celebrating their victory, the Autobots returned, and this time they had no problems with transforming. Without exclusive access to robot modes, the Combaticons were outnumbered, with Brawl having to deal with [[Jazz (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Jazz]] and [[Prowl (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Prowl]] simultaneously. {{storylink|International Incident Part 3: &quot;Hawk Among the Sparrows&quot;|Hawk Among the Sparrows}} He soon found himself defeated and tied up whilst the Autobots dealt with both the [[Predacon (G1)|Predacons]] and a [[Russia]]n nuke sent to wipe them all out. While they made sure to destroy the North Korean energon facilities, the Autobots couldn't take prisoners at the time, and so the Combaticons were presumably set free. {{storylink|International Incident Part 4: &quot;All My Sins Remembered&quot;|All My Sins Remembered}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Only Forward Brawl tortured.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|left]]<br /> Several months later, Brawl and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] attacked Prowl as he investigated some sensitive issues. He wasn't worried when [[Streetwise (G1)|Streetwise]] came to Prowl's rescue, since the Autobots could never penetrate his armor plating in tank mode, but was defeated and captured after Prowl fired a shot straight through his barrel. Stuck in a state of mid-transformation, he was brought to the Autobot base and interrogated as to who sent him. Brawl insisted that it was all him, but when pressed for information, a failsafe installed in his body by Swindle activated and fused the Autobots' [[Suppressor (device)|suppressors]] to his neural net, sending him into nigh-[[stasis lock]]. {{storylink|Police Action Part 2: Only Forward|Only Forward}} {{storylink|Police Action Part 3: A Second Chance at Eden|A Second Chance at Eden}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was eventually cured and brought home to a reformatted Cybertron, where he was brought by Starscream with a bunch of other Cybertronians to pressure Prowl into revealing one of his secret discoveries below ground. Later underground, they witnessed a [[Titan (IDW)|Titan]] declare that Starscream was the Cybertronian destined to unite their whole race. He and the other Cybertronians celebrated afterwards with Starscream. {{storylink|Primus: All Good Things}} When Megatron returned from a long absence only to be captured by the Autobots, Brawl and the other Decepticons started a riot and assaulted the Autobot prison, rescuing him. {{storylink|The Verge}}<br /> <br /> In the wake of Megatron's defection to the Autobots, [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Galvatron]] and [[Soundwave (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Soundwave]] took command of the Decepticons and led them back to Earth, where they formed an alliance with [[Earth Defense Command]] against the Autobots. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 1: Hello Cruel World|Hello Cruel World}} Once [[Optimus Prime (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Optimus Prime]]'s arrived with a team of Autobots, Brawl and the others confronted them at the town of [[Poverty Flat]], passing themselves off as United States military vehicles to the locals. {{storylink|Earthfall Part 2: Detonation Boulevard|Detonation Boulevard}} This attempt at secrecy was foiled when the Autobots brought in a defected [[Devastator (G1)|Devastator]], forcing the EDC to teleport the Decepticons out of there. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 3: The Mind Bomb|The Mind Bomb}} The Decepticons clashed with the Autobots again at the EDC's [[Bikini Atoll]] base in a battle that ended with massive damage to their [[Nemesis (G1)|ship]]. {{storylink|Earthfall Chapter 5: I Dream of Wires|I Dream of Wires}}<br /> <br /> [[File:SouthOfHeaven-BrawlLaserbeakBuzzsaw.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.5|Brawl's secret love for the song &quot;I'm Like A Bird&quot; is revealed.]]<br /> Brawl joined Soundwave's group in visiting the satellite commune that the humans were building for them near Jupiter, but found himself the source of many of [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]] and [[Buzzsaw (G1)|Buzzsaw]]'s jokes due to his unease floating around in zero-gravity. {{storylink|South of Heaven}} He took a shuttle back to Cybertron with [[Needlenose (G1)|Needlenose]] to make contact with the disgruntled Decepticons and teamed up with [[Dreadwing (G2)|Dreadwing]], and proceeded to whip up anger and intimidate Camien evangelists. Brawl told Dreadwing that Galvatron was the leader they should've ''always'' had, but during a bar conversation with their new ally, Brawl found himself increasingly angry that Needlenose kept talking about negotiations, soft power, and communes. He overturned their table and got cheers from the crowd as he yelled that the Decepticons should just ''take'' &quot;what is ours&quot;, from equality to whole planets. (Then, being a dick, he asked Needlenose to buy replacements for the drinks he'd just spilled.) {{storylink|The Transgressors}}<br /> <br /> Remaining on Cybertron, Brawl started hanging out with his fellow Combaticon teammates again as they stewed over Starscream's leadership and his attempts to sweep the past aside. {{storylink|The Will of the Few}} On [[Chosen One Day]], Brawl and the guys bought Onslaught a brand new grenade to show him they cared. {{storylink|Choose Me}}<br /> <br /> [[File:Perihelion-BrawlShoulderTackleArcee.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.35|That's For [[Spotlight: Arcee| THIS]]!!!!]]<br /> Following a Decepticon rally, Brawl and his fellow Galvatron loyalists approached Starscream about getting unfettered access to the space bridge for their people. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 1: Aphelion|Aphelion}} That night, they led a Decepticon march through Iacon Spaceport 1. After blasting Needlenose's interfering brother [[Tracks (G1)|Tracks]], Brawl and the other Decepticons used the bridge to travel to the ''Ark-7'', where they confronted the Autobots trapped inside Blackrock's force field. {{storylink|Conquerors Part 2: Lagrange|Lagrange}} Brawl battered Arcee into shutdown, then walked into the captured bridge and casually shot the defeated [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]]. Then he cut into Needlenose's call to Soundwave and explained the ''real'' reason for all this: Galvatron wanted them to invade Earth and all that &quot;peace&quot; and &quot;alliances&quot; talk was bunk. The ''Ark-7'' was crashed into [[Shanghai]] and the Decepticons all fell into line with Galvatron, with Brawl cheerily telling Needlenose he was glad the guy hadn't gone soft after all. NOW LET'S KILL SOME HUMANS!<br /> <br /> When the Autobots abruptly arrived {{storylink|Conquerors Part 4: Perihelion|Perihelion}} Brawl ecstatically threw himself into the fray. However, the [[Earth Defense Command]]'s &quot;mindbomb&quot; felled him within the first minute, the [[People's Liberation Army Mecha Force|Chinese Mecha Force]] began tearing through the Decepticons, and all his team either fled to Soundwave or, in Galvatron's case, teleported out. Brawl was taken through the space bridge by [[Ironhide (G1)/IDW Generation 1 continuity|Ironhide]], but began fighting his way through the Autobots in a panic and reignited the fight at the other end. Barely surviving an attack by Devastator, he was able to slip away. {{storylink|All Hail Optimus Part 1: Once Upon a Time on Earth|Once Upon a Time on Earth}}<br /> <br /> While Onslaught was busy trying to find Swindle's body, Vortex and Brawl took several odd jobs to pay for their home and Engex. He showed particular annoyance when Blast Off went out as well, given that their client was found by Blast Off. {{storylink|07:00:00}} During the riots, Vortex and Brawl took Engex bets on whether or not Blast Off was alive; Vortex won the bet and added that today was a good day for the Combaticons as a whole. When Onslaught took Blast Off for debriefing, Vortex threatened that he and Brawl would go on without them, though it proved just to be hot air. {{storylink|Applicable Skills}} <br /> <br /> When Blast Off eventually found the location of Swindle's body, he and Onslaught went after Rattrap. They soon met up with Blast Off and Vortex, who had learned from Wheeljack that Swindle was brain dead and his body was being held deep inside Metroplex. After being led to Swindle, {{storylink|Things We Said We'd Never Do}} Onslaught used the Enigma of Combination to fuse all of the Combaticons into [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. However, due to Swindle's brain dead mind, Bruticus was incredibly unstable, and Brawl initially panicked from Swindle's pain of being shot. Regardless, Brawl, Vortex and Onslaught all began reveling in their new-found power despite Blast Off's reservation regarding their actions. Soon the gestalt was defeated, and Brawl passed out on the pavement. {{storylink|The Line Between Us}} <br /> <br /> Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned and awaiting trial, though Ironhide was reluctant to prosecute them if their mental scarring proved too great. {{storylink|Ping}} The Combaticons were still comatose when Starscream told the [[Eukaris|Eukarian]] [[Mnemosurgery|mnemosurgeon]] [[Airachnid (G1)|Airachnid]] to turn them to his side as one of his combiners. Because the Combaticons minds had imprinted on each other during their combination, Airachnid found them more susceptible to the process, and thus had them believe that they had always been working for Starscream, using the aware-of-the-manipulation Blast Off to cover any holes in the story. As a result, Brawl and the others were made to believe that they had been Starscream's secret and loyal bodyguards, and that their forming of Bruticus had been a last-ditch attempt to save Swindle's life with Starscream's approval. {{storylink|The Price of You}} Soon the Combaticons &quot;resumed&quot; their work of protecting Starscream, and on Onslaught's first day back Brawl prepared to take the night shift. {{storylink|If I Know You}}<br /> <br /> Brawl was among the security detail for the ceremony to welcome Earth into the Council of Worlds. When [[Iron Ring|a group of human assailants]] attacked, he mobilised to fight back and evacuate Starscream. {{storylink|First Strike issue 1|First Strike #1}} <br /> <br /> During her campaign for the role of Cybertron's leadership, Windblade invited people to speak with her one-on-one, Brawl was an unexpected speaker. Admitting that he was now afraid of dying because of the near-death experience caused by the forming of Bruticus, Brawl told Windblade he didn't want the war to start over and that she was the best candidate to prevent that from happening. During the final debate, Starscream revealed all of his crimes to the public, including the manipulation of the Combaticons. As a result, Brawl and the other Combaticons were imprisoned for their rampage as Bruticus. {{storylink|The Chosen One}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: All Spark''===<br /> {{charstubfiction|{{storylink|Another Episode, Part 1}} {{storylink|Another Episode, Part 2}}}}<br /> <br /> ===''Kre-O'' online manga===<br /> Summoned by Starscream to act as his elite squad (whose first mission, of course, was to overthrow [[Megatron (Kre-O)|Megatron]]), Brawl rolled onto the scene alongside [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]], and a repainted [[Vortex (G1)|Vortex]]. When Onslaught boasted that they could leave the strategy to him, Brawl declared that he'd handle the destroying. Like Onslaught and Swindle, Brawl was irritated when Vortex offered to stay behind and guard the base. When the Combaticons combined into Bruticus, Vortex constant worry for the base's safety compelled the team to withdraw. Shortly after, Starscream, under imminent threat of a beating from Megatron, contacted the team to demand to know where they were, Brawl joined his teammates in happily informing their illustrious leader they were all protecting the base together. Aww. {{Storylink|New Military Unit Combaticon! Bruticus, Combine!}}<br /> <br /> ===''Cloud''===<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers vs. G.I. Joe''===<br /> The Combaticons infiltrated [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]] disguised as their vehicles, with Brawl taking on the form of a [[MOBAT]] tank. During the Decepticon-[[Cobra]] attack on the [[United Nations]], the Combaticons revealed themselves and combined into Bruticus to fight [[GIJONIN]]. {{storylink|Expelled from the Garden}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Combiner Wars'' cartoon===<br /> Brawl was among the Decepticon troops who bore witness to a pivotal duel between Optimus Prime and Megatron, one meant to end the war before the never-ending arms race between the two factions spiralled further out of control. {{storylink|Prelude to Transformers: Combiner Wars - Optimus Prime}}<br /> <br /> ==Commercial appearances==<br /> *Brawl, [[Onslaught (G1)|Onslaught]], and [[Swindle (G1)|Swindle]] were part of a Decepticon attack force that assaulted the Autobots' launch site. All three were rammed by Ultra Magnus in his vehicle mode as he entered the fray. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Ultra Magnus|Ultra Magnus commercial}}<br /> *Brawl and the rest of the Combaticons charged down a ravine to face-off against [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]]. As they neared him, the Combaticons combined into Bruticus and took to the skies. {{storylink|Commercial/Generation 1#Bruticus and Metroplex|Bruticus and Metroplex commercial}}<br /> *Brawl was part of a massive battle between Kreons. He and the Combaticons combined into Bruticus to gain the advantage in battle, and then chased the Autobots off alongside [[Predaking (G1)|Predaking]]. {{storylink|Commercial#Kre-O|KRE-O Transformers Micro Changers and Combiners Construction Sets commercial}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> [[File:Example.jpg]]===''Transformers Legends''===<br /> Brawl was active in the Decepticon/Autobot war when [[Doctor Arkeville]] created [[Nemesis Prime (G1)|Nemesis Prime]]. He didn't take an active role when the Doctor's creation went[[File:Example.jpg]] on a rampage and was stopped by the [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] however. {{storylink|Nemesis Rising}} Brawl assisted [[Skullcruncher (G1)|Skullcruncher]] and [[Apeface]] in attacking the Autobots on Earth in an attempt to obtain the [[Key to the Plasma Energy Chamber]], but even with his help, the mission was a failure. {{storylink|Last Stand of the Earth Defense Command}}<br /> {{-}}[[File:https://encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSNffrl843Y_DMLHb2QGa9P7S1JW1injRTf7_njPubpw3iXiA]]<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Battle Tactics''===<br /> [[File:BattleTacticsBrawl.jpg|thumb|400px|left|I could bend over to use my tank cannon, but this oversized gun is ''way'' better!]]<br /> Brawl participated in battles against a variety of opponents, both Autobots and Decepticons. Sometimes there were many of him! He was a Rare character who could be recruited by collecting 160 units of Cybermetal, and 95 units of Transmetal. He was also a starter character for all players at a later point in the game. {{storylink|Transformers: Battle Tactics}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Earth Wars''===<br /> [[file: BrawlEarthWars.jpg|thumb|upright=1.75|Hey, no need for a giant gun on my back. I got a Grenade Launcher. And '''LOUD ROCKETS'''.]]<br /> <br /> Brawl is one of warriors on Earth alongside his fellow Combaticons. He's probably jealous that [[Swindle (G1)| Swindle]] got to Earth first before him. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars}}<br /> <br /> When Swindle gets wind that the Autobots are on the move to a signal in the Arctic, he and Brawl try to head there themselves. Brawl, as usual, makes himself REALLY loud by shouting, As usual. Swindle tells him to shut up or at least be more quiet, until Starscream comes and finds out about Swindle's plan, and leads the operation himself. Brawl calls for them to wait up.<br /> <br /> When they arrived, he shouted what in the [[Anatomic euphemism#Lugnuts|lugnutz]] had they found. Megatron, who was already there, told him that it was a [[Planet-Destroying Fortress]]. Brawl wanted to blast the entrance open, but Megatron told him that their presence must remain secret to the Autobots on the surface. After Shockwave suggested an alternative, Megatron ordered Brawl to bring in the Constructicons.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Frozen Fortress}}<br /> <br /> While the Constructicons were drilling through the fortress. Brawl made himself extremely noisy, And Long Haul complained that &quot;Brawl has to '''SHOUT''' continually!&quot;. He set up the high explosives to break though the main chamber, and he and Starscream went in first, but retreated upon seeing Deathsaurus. For once he was speechless. {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - What Lies Beneath}}<br /> <br /> He appropriately yelled, &quot;LET'S GET OUT OF HERE!&quot; when the fortress was about to self-destruct.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Earth Wars| Arctic Saga - Monster Within}}<br /> <br /> *'''Lowest star rating''': 2 stars<br /> *'''Weapons''': Brawl uses a standard issue grenade launcher, but with grenades that make a larger BOOM. And it's loud. VERY loud. <br /> *'''Ability: Rocket Barrage''': Brawl fires a barrage of six rockets dealing moderate damage to a set area. Upgrade for higher damage and louder rockets. <br /> **'''Cost''': 6 ability points +2 for every reuse.<br /> <br /> [http://wiki.transformersearthwars.com/character:brawl| Brawl at Transformers: Earth Wars Wiki]<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers Online'' (2016 video game)===<br /> [[File:Brawl TFO.jpg|thumb|right|300px|&quot;Don't worry my friends I will be your shield&quot; ]]<br /> {{bigquote|I'm just wild by default.}}<br /> <br /> When it comes to notoriety amongst the Decepticons, Brawl is considered the bully of the bunch. Brawl's hot-headed demeanor causes him to easily lose his temper. Regardless of faction, he will relentlessly attack anyone who gets in his way. Despite his wild, militaristic disposition, Brawl is still an exemplary soldier in combat. He is often assigned to serve in a Decepticon vanguard unit. No one knows Brawl's brash shouting was to keep himself sane, because if he keeps quiet, he feels like nothing but a lowly coward.<br /> <br /> In battle, Brawl wields the &quot;[[Giant Fists of Fury]]&quot; and a double barreled, semi-automatic &quot;[[Eye of the Thunderstorm]]&quot; submachine gun. His active skill is &quot;Smart Cover&quot;: <br /> *'''Smart Cover''' — Brawl projects a transparent wall in front of him that only he and his allies can pass and shoot through. {{storylink|Transformers Online (2016 video game)|Transformers Online}} &lt;ref&gt;[http://tfol.qq.com/act/a20160726data/hero12.shtml Brawl on the Transformers Online website]&lt;/ref&gt;<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generation 1===<br /> [[File:G1Brawl toy.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Available in space camouflage.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1986/1987/1991)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-67'''<br /> **''Accessories'': [[Electron gun]], Twin Sonic Cannon<br /> <br /> : Brawl transforms into a green Leopard 1A3 main battle tank. In vehicle mode his armament is supplemented by a large dark gray anti-aircraft gun mounted of the back of the tank's hull. In robot mode Brawl is armed with a small dark gray gun.<br /> <br /> : Early releases of Brawl used painted die-cast metal for his chest and leg-mounted tank treads. This was later replaced by color-cast plastic. The complete set of Combaticons were re-released in the European-market &quot;[[Classics (Europe)|Classics]]&quot; line in 1991; these releases has the [[rubsign]] indent removed from the molding.<br /> <br /> : Brawl normally operates as Bruticus' left leg, but as a [[Scramble City (toyline)|Scramble City]]-style combiner, he can also act as any other limb for any other combination of robots who share the connection design.<br /> <br /> : In 1987, Brawl also came with a randomly-packed Decepticon [[Decoy]] and accompanying mini-comic/checklist.<br /> <br /> : This mold was [[redeco]]ed as ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: Operation Combination (toyline)|Operation Combination]]'' [[Sandstorm (OC)|Sandstorm]], as well as [[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 toyline)|2001 ''Robots in Disguise'']] and ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'' [[Armorhide (RID)|Armorhide]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Bruticus}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Gift set, 1985)<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''D-69'''<br /> <br /> :In addition to his single release, Brawl was also sold in a &quot;Bruticus&quot; [[giftset]] alongside the other Combaticons. The gift set was never available in the USA or Canada, but only in [[Japan]] and [[Italy]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generation 2===<br /> [[File:G2Brawl toy.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Before [[Megaplex]] came about, Megatron disguised Brawl as himself to draw fire away.]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Combaticon, 1994)<br /> **''Team ID number'': '''C1'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, double-barreled cannon<br /> <br /> : For ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'', Brawl was redecoed with bright green and purple camo. Presumably this is so he can hide in the same green and purple forests as [[Megatron (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Megatron]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1994/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generation 2'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G22012}}<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-G2Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|&quot;I don't care what &quot;G&quot; it is, I'm staying green.&quot;]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Box set, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle<br /> <br /> : A redeco of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' [[Brawl (WFC)#Generations|Decepticon Brawl]], available only as part of an Amazon.com/[[BigBadToyStore]] shared exclusive &quot;Decepticon Bruticus&quot; [[giftset|gift set]], with all the Combaticons' colors based on their 1994 ''Generation 2'' counterparts.<br /> <br /> : Brawl's [[alternate mode]] is a green &quot;[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]]&quot; hover tank with a twin-barreled turret. Unlike most other Transformers toys with tank alternate modes, Brawl sports ''no'' wheels whatsoever. His robot mode rifle can be attached to the turret (between the two cannon barrels) and thus serve as an additional weapon. In robot mode, Brawl can hold his rifle (which features a [[5mm post]] as its handle) in either hand.<br /> <br /> : In addition to his robot and vehicle modes, Brawl can also combine with his fellow Combaticons into Bruticus and serve as any of the gestalt robot's four limbs, though his official configuration shown in the [[instructions]] is the left leg.<br /> <br /> : This toy was [[retool]]ed into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Twintwist]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Universe (2008)===<br /> [[File:Universe-ROTF-toy Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66| BRWL!]]<br /> *'''Bruticus Maximus''' (2008)<br /> **''Series'': '''G1 Series'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers: Universe (2008 toyline)|Universe]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|Energon]]'' [[Kickback (Energon)|Kickback]]/[[Blight (Energon)|Blight]] sculpt, transforming into a green [http://www.army-technology.com/projects/gepard/gepard1.html Gepard] anti-aircraft tank. His tank mode is adorned with the text &quot;1MJ9&quot; in a font that says &quot;brwl&quot; when read upside-down. When combined with the other Combaticons, Brawl is nominally Bruticus Maximus' left leg, though he can be used in any other limb position.<br /> <br /> : He was only available as part of the ''Universe'' Bruticus Maximus [[giftset]], which also contains [[Blast Off (G1)#Universe (2008)|Blast Off]], another redeco of the same sculpt used for Brawl. The ''Universe'' version of the giftset was initially intended to be released as a [[Target]] exclusive in the United States, but ultimately ended up being only available in some non-American markets such as Australia and Singapore. Instead, American markets eventually received a [[rebranding|rebranded]] version of this giftset (with no changes to the toys themselves) in ''[[Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (toyline)|Revenge of the Fallen]]'' packaging (thereby creating a new version of the pre-existing [[live-action film series]] [[Brawl (Movie)#Exclusive figures|Brawl]] character as well as a new [[Blast Off (ROTF)|Blast Off]] character), exclusively available at Target stores in the United States and at Zellers stores in Canada.<br /> <br /> : This sculpt was also used to make ''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' [[Landquake (Timelines)|Landquake]], as well as the ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' versions of Brawl (see [[#United|below]]) and [[Blast Off (G1)#United|Blast Off]]. Another planned redeco, ''[[Movie (toyline)|Movie]]'' [[Gunbarrel (Movie)|Gunbarrel]], was canceled.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/TargetBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Universe'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Encore===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (multi-pack, Japan 2009)<br /> **''ID number:'' '''16'''<br /> <br /> :A reissue of the original G1 Brawl toy at first sight, this toy is actually a redeco of the ''Robots in Disguise'' Armorhide retool of the sculpt. This version of Brawl was only available as part of a Bruticus gift set released under [[TakaraTomy]]'s ''[[Transformers Encore|Encore]]'' line of reissues.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[File:Generationstoy Scout Brawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Ooh, I feel dizzy...]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Scout Class, 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Cannon<br /> <br /> : A redeco of [[Transformers (2010 toyline)|''Transformers'']] [[Breacher]], ''Generations'' Brawl transforms into a Land Systems OMC [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ratel_IFV Ratel IFV]. His cannon uses the [[C joint]] system, so it can be clipped onto multiple places on his robot mode, as well as on other figures with appropriate mounting points. (The [[instructions]] completely neglect to mention this, instead insisting on keeping the weapon attached to the vehicle roof mount in robot mode, thus keeping his weapon on his back even though he comes packed with the gun clipped onto his fist.) His arm-panels also utilize 3mm clips, therefore they can be equipped with assorted C joint accessories. They can also be removed and used as shields as they too are attached to his wrists with C-joints. The side of Brawl's alt mode is decorated with &quot;D67&quot;, the Japanese ID number of his original toy.<br /> <br /> : Originally developed by Hasbro Asia for release in their territories, Brawl was brought over with many other toys as [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] exclusives for the 2012 holiday season.<br /> <br /> : This mold would also have been used for the canceled 2010 ''Transformers'' [[Bodyblock (TF 2010)|Bodyblock]] toy.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/GDOBrawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|FOC}}<br /> ====Fall of Cybertron====<br /> [[File:Generationstoy-RetailBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''01/#007'''<br /> **'''PART 5 OF 5!'''<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[2013]]-[[January 26|01-26]]'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''TG05'''<br /> **''Accessory:'' rifle<br /> {{note|The TakaraTomy release of ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]] was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as ''[[Transformers Cloud|Cloud]]'' Brawl.}}<br /> <br /> : A [[redeco]] of Decepticon Brawl from the [[Bruticus (WFC)#Toys|Decepticon Bruticus]] [[giftset]] was available individually alongside his fellow Combaticons as part of the second [[wave]] of the ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''-themed 2012-onwards Deluxe Class ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' assortment. These versions of the Combaticons replace the [[Show-accuracy|game-accurate]], Generation 1-inspired decoes with more &quot;flashy&quot; colors apparently homaging the color scheme of [[Bruticus Maximus (Energon)|Bruticus Maximus]].<br /> <br /> : Aside from the colors, mass retail Brawl is identical to the version from the Decepticon Bruticus gift set.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Decepticon/Brawl/brawl.htm More information on ''Generations'' Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|CombinerWars}}<br /> <br /> ====Combiner Wars====<br /> [[File:CWDlxBrawl.jpg|thumb|upright=1.66|Third party? I don't need no slaggin' third party!]]<br /> *'''Brawl''' (Deluxe Class, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of 2016 ''[[Combiner Wars (toyline)|Combiner Wars]]'' Deluxes, Brawl is an all-new mold that transforms into a military tank of some kind. Though the turret cannot rotate, the barrel can hinge up and down. Said barrel can also pop off for Brawl to wield in robot mode as a rifle.<br /> <br /> : Brawl has a slight engineering problem: his waist isn't designed to completely collapse into itself to attach to the hips, so he literally has no stomach (stock photography tends to hide this issue by showing Brawl from a high angle). Additionally, due to tolerance issues on many copies of the figure, the waist doesn't click in in its intended configuration—leading his chest to often flop backward. Later samples of Brawl and all subsequent uses of the mold however appear to have the remedied the issue for the most part allowing the waist to at least stay tabbed in. Additionally, his robot mode legs do not peg very firmly together, resulting in them separating frequently in arm configuration. Particularly, the tab on the hardpoint for the combined mode hand does not fit snugly into the slot. The tab and slot on his knees is similarly loose, but to a lesser degree.<br /> <br /> : As Brawl is a ''Combiner Wars'' figure, he can combine with his fellow [[Combaticon (G1)#CombinerWars|Combaticons]] to form [[Bruticus (G1)#CombinerWars|Bruticus]] as either an arm or a leg. He can also combine with any ''Unite Warriors'' Voyager class figure or even form one of [[Godbomber#Legends|''Legends'' Godbomber's]] legs.<br /> <br /> : Brawl comes with a copy of &quot;''Combiner Wars'' #2&quot; (actually [[Night and the City|''Robots in Disguise'' #9]]), while regional versions outside of the United States come with a collector card. He and the last three waves of Combiner Wars Deluxe and Voyager figures later started showing up at TJ Maxx at reduced prices with the collector card.<br /> <br /> : This mold was retooled to make [[BotCon 2016]] [[Ram Horn#Combiner Wars|General Ramhorn]], [[Nosecone (G1)#Generations|Nosecone]], [[Drillhorn (Victory)#Generations|Drillhorn]], and [[Killbison#Generations|Ironbison]] .<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|G2BruticusSet}}<br /> [[File:TF-Combiner-Wars-G2-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Collection Pack, 2016)<br /> **''Accessories'': Barrel rifle, gun/hand/foot<br /> <br /> :A ''Generation 2''-themed redeco of ''Combiner Wars'' Brawl is packed along with the other Combaticons (including [[Shockwave (G1)/toys#G2BruticusSet|Shockwave]]), and sold together in a massive box.<br /> <br /> :Whether Brawl still had waist problems like his original figure's old variant or slightly secure like the original's new variant is unknown for now.<br /> {{CWBrawlMold}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===United===<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Energon Gun-radar/hand, Decepticon-type [[energon star]]<br /> <br /> :Released exclusively by TakaraTomy in non-Japanese Asian markets, this redeco of the ''Energon'' Bruticus Maximus set has colours similar to the previous ''Universe'' (2008)/''Revenge of the Fallen'' release, but with a greater emphasis on G1-accuracy. Brawl trades in the olive coloured plastic for dark green and grey. Additionally, the gun-radar/combined mode foot/hand previously cast in translucent coloured plastic is now opaque grey, though his energon star remains orange.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Kre-O===<br /> [[Image:KreO-Toy Brawl.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Decepticon Bruticus''' (Micro-Changer Combiner, 2013)<br /> **''Set number'': '''A2225'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''79'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Pistol, bazooka, 2 clip-on treads<br /> :Brawl comes as part of the Bruticus [[Micro-Changer]] combiner set, and can be rebuilt from his robot mode into a tank. He can also contribute his bricks to form Bruticus. Unlike [[Swindle (G1)#Kre-O|Swindle]] but like [[Onslaught (G1)#Kre-O|Onslaught]], and [[Vortex (G1)#Kre-O|Vortex]], he is based on his [[#Generation 1|Generation 1 toy]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2013/Decepticon/Kre-OBrawl/brawl.htm More information on Brawl at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{anchor|Combiner3pack}}<br /> *'''Combiner Robot Mega Pack''' (3-pack, 2016)<br /> **''Set number'': '''???'''<br /> **''Pieces'': '''245'''<br /> <br /> :3 years later, the 3 Micro-Changer combiners, Superion, Bruticus, and Menasor was reissued and released as a 3-pack. The toys were unchanged from their individual releases.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Unite Warriors===<br /> [[File:TF-Unite-Warriors-UW07-Brawl.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb]]<br /> *'''Bruticus''' (Multi-pack, 2016-[[June 25|06-25]])<br /> **''ID Number:'' '''UW-07'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Individual Combatron Weapons, Combatron extremities<br /> <br /> :''[[Transformers Unite Warriors|Unite Warriors]]'' Brawl is a redeco of the ''Combiner Wars'' mold in a color scheme based on his cartoon appearance, including changes such as giving him a gray head with yellow eyes and red faceplate and a hand-foot-gun cast in the same brown as his body. Brawl was sold only in a multi-pack with the other Combatrons.<br /> <br /> :As a Deluxe Class ''Unite Warriors'' figure, he can combine to form the leg or arm of any combiner from Hasbro's ''Combiner Wars'' subline or any ''Unite Warriors'' figure, but would usually be associated with Bruticus.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[File:G1OddCombat.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> [[File:EuroClassicsCombaticons.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1]]<br /> *The [[character model]]s of the Combaticons are kinda... okay, ''heavily'' made-up. Brawl has a lot of extra bits, and his arms are completely different from the toy. Early models of the team which were a bit more accurate to the toys - except for the heads, oddly enough - have shown up in various sourcebooks, though Brawl's is still off in some very odd ways. Even his final vehicle-mode model is off-kilter, resembling a British [[wikipedia:Centurion tank|Centurion]] more than a German Leopard 1.<br /> *The packaging of the 1990 European [[Classics (Europe)|Classics]] release of the original Onslaught toy depicted the Combaticons in new color schemes, despite the fact that the actual toys looked identical to their original releases. While it may never be known for certain, it has been theorized that these colors originated from a packaging printing error rather than a legitimate attempt to [[redeco]] the Combaticons. <br /> *Brawl's animation model was used multiple times (in both robot and tank modes) as [[generic]] Decepticons in the [[Transformers: Armada (cartoon)|''Armada'' cartoon]].<br /> *According to the [[Walmart]] computer database, there seemed to have been plans at some point for a ''[[War Within (franchise)|War Within]]'' version of Brawl in the 6&quot; ''[[Titanium Series]]'' line. No other evidence of these plans has come to light.<br /> *In the ''Wings of Honor'' continuity the Combaticons are swayed to the Decepticon side by Deathsaurus appealing to their darker natures, represented by one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Shockingly, Brawl's Wrath was his undoing (though one might also make an argument for Lust. Battlelust, that is.)<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Brawl''' (ブロウル, ブロール ''Burōru'')<br /> *''French:'' '''Baggareur''' (Canada)<br /> *''Hungarian:'' '''Huligán''' (&quot;Hooligan&quot;)<br /> *''Italian:'' '''Bomber'''<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Jēng-chǎu''' (Taiwan, 爭吵, &quot;Brawl&quot;), '''Chǎo​ nào​''' (China, 吵闹, &quot;Brawl&quot;)<br /> *''Russian:'' '''Grom''' (cartoon, Гром, &quot;Thunder&quot;)<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Cloud Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combaticons]]<br /> [[Category:Combiner Wars]]<br /> [[Category:Dreamwave Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Elite Guard]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generation 2 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:IDW Generation 1 Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kre-O Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Kreons]]<br /> [[Category:Repurposed toys]]<br /> [[Category:Super-God Masterforce Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:The Headmasters Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Turncoats]]<br /> [[Category:Unite Warriors Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:United Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Universe (2008)]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wings Universe Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Ladybird Books Decepticons]]</div>

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