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<p>This Guy: /* Generations */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Metroplex}}<br /> {{disambig3|Autobot City}}<br /> {{faction|autobot}}<br /> :''Metroplex is an [[Autobot]] [[city-bot]] from the [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:MetroplexFOC.png|thumb|right|300px|Bite my colossal metal ass!]]<br /> '''Metroplex''' is a gigantic [[Autobot]] whose [[alternate mode|alt-mode]] is a city. He has tremendous power, is loaded with rockets and isn't afraid to crush [[Megatron (Prime)|Decepticon leaders]] with his fist. In other words, don't piss him off.<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron'' ===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Fred Tatasciore]]}} <br /> Metroplex had been lying dormant in what would become Autobot City for thousands of years, and inadvertently became a part of the battlefield when [[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] attacked the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]. After pulling a switch or two, Autobot leader [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] observed the interior of Metroplex constantly shifting and transforming to accommodate him. After using a turret to help fight the Decepticons, Optimus found himself herded to a mysterious bright light by the shifting interior. Sensing a Cybertronian presence, Optimus desperately ordered the entity to help the Autobots in their time of need. After a final switch, an entire city began to transform into an immense, powerful Autobot - Metroplex, who had heeded the call of the [[Prime (rank)|Last Prime]].<br /> <br /> Metroplex's prescence on the battlefield proved invaluable to the struggling Autobots. The titan easily wiped out much of the Decepticon army, including the deadliest of foes such as [[Marauder]]s. Metroplex would launch a devastating air strike on whatever target Optimus marked for destruction, and the colossus was able to wipe out Megatron's equally massive guns that were giving the Autobots a hard time. However, just as he was to destroy the last of the towers, it shot Metroplex point blank in the chest, felling the mighty giant. Fearing for the worst, Optimus pushed on, but was captured by the Decepticons, and brought to Megatron, who mocked and berated the helpless Autobot leader.<br /> <br /> However, the villain [[Dark Designs|gloated too much]], and Metroplex revealed his survival by ominously approaching from the back of Megatron's base. After Metroplex breached - alright we'll be honest, crushed - the walls of the base, the Decepticons were quick to back away from the huge threat, but Megatron ordered them to stand their ground. It was at this point that Metroplex had enough of the tyrant, and crushed him several times with his enormous fist, killing Megatron to the shock of the Decepticons, who were soon led in a retreat by [[Starscream (Prime)|Starscream]]. Unfortunately, the Energon used to fuel Metroplex and the Autobots' defense of Autobot City drained their supply, preventing the Ark from being launched. Still, Optimus was glad to have an ally like Metroplex on their side.<br /> <br /> Days later, after the Autobots located another source of Energon - only for it to be halved thanks to the Decepticons - Metroplex offered to sacrifice his life, donating the Energon inside him to give the Ark enough juice to launch. Optimus protested, but Metroplex had made his choice. Connecting his Spark to the Ark's fuel tanks, there was enough Energon to launch the ship. The heroic titan collapsed for a final time, but was happy to see the Autobots finally leaving Cybertron, and in his dying moments, Metroplex's last words were, [['Til all are one|&quot;'Til all are one.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Optimus sadly swore that Metroplex's sacrifice would not be in vain.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> == Toys ==<br /> === ''Generations'' ===<br /> * '' Metroplex'' (Titan class)<br /> <br /> Titan class Metroplex will officialy become the largest transformer ever. Metroplex will be standing 2 inches taller than the former giant, Generation 1 Fortress Maximus which stood at 22 inches tall (do the math). Metroplex is, in short, an updated version of his G1 countepart. He retains the same modes, (being a carrier and a city) and includes many gimmicks such as massive articulation, (even in the pupils) lights and sounds, a flip-down visor, massive gun with an unknown name, and a legion class Scamper figure<br /> <br /> Metroplex's retail price will be projected at $125.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Metroplex's head is available in ''Fall of Cybertron'' multiplayer as a Tyrant-type (?!) component for [[Scientist (WFC)|Scientist]]-class characters.<br /> *In the second chapter of Fall of Cybertron, Metroplex can be seen in his alternate form at the ''very'' beginning of the level.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Video game-only characters]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Metroplex_(FOC)&diff=784755 2013-02-19T03:30:09Z

<p>This Guy: /* Generations */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Metroplex}}<br /> {{disambig3|Autobot City}}<br /> {{faction|autobot}}<br /> :''Metroplex is an [[Autobot]] [[city-bot]] from the [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:MetroplexFOC.png|thumb|right|300px|Bite my colossal metal ass!]]<br /> '''Metroplex''' is a gigantic [[Autobot]] whose [[alternate mode|alt-mode]] is a city. He has tremendous power, is loaded with rockets and isn't afraid to crush [[Megatron (Prime)|Decepticon leaders]] with his fist. In other words, don't piss him off.<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron'' ===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Fred Tatasciore]]}} <br /> Metroplex had been lying dormant in what would become Autobot City for thousands of years, and inadvertently became a part of the battlefield when [[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] attacked the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]. After pulling a switch or two, Autobot leader [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] observed the interior of Metroplex constantly shifting and transforming to accommodate him. After using a turret to help fight the Decepticons, Optimus found himself herded to a mysterious bright light by the shifting interior. Sensing a Cybertronian presence, Optimus desperately ordered the entity to help the Autobots in their time of need. After a final switch, an entire city began to transform into an immense, powerful Autobot - Metroplex, who had heeded the call of the [[Prime (rank)|Last Prime]].<br /> <br /> Metroplex's prescence on the battlefield proved invaluable to the struggling Autobots. The titan easily wiped out much of the Decepticon army, including the deadliest of foes such as [[Marauder]]s. Metroplex would launch a devastating air strike on whatever target Optimus marked for destruction, and the colossus was able to wipe out Megatron's equally massive guns that were giving the Autobots a hard time. However, just as he was to destroy the last of the towers, it shot Metroplex point blank in the chest, felling the mighty giant. Fearing for the worst, Optimus pushed on, but was captured by the Decepticons, and brought to Megatron, who mocked and berated the helpless Autobot leader.<br /> <br /> However, the villain [[Dark Designs|gloated too much]], and Metroplex revealed his survival by ominously approaching from the back of Megatron's base. After Metroplex breached - alright we'll be honest, crushed - the walls of the base, the Decepticons were quick to back away from the huge threat, but Megatron ordered them to stand their ground. It was at this point that Metroplex had enough of the tyrant, and crushed him several times with his enormous fist, killing Megatron to the shock of the Decepticons, who were soon led in a retreat by [[Starscream (Prime)|Starscream]]. Unfortunately, the Energon used to fuel Metroplex and the Autobots' defense of Autobot City drained their supply, preventing the Ark from being launched. Still, Optimus was glad to have an ally like Metroplex on their side.<br /> <br /> Days later, after the Autobots located another source of Energon - only for it to be halved thanks to the Decepticons - Metroplex offered to sacrifice his life, donating the Energon inside him to give the Ark enough juice to launch. Optimus protested, but Metroplex had made his choice. Connecting his Spark to the Ark's fuel tanks, there was enough Energon to launch the ship. The heroic titan collapsed for a final time, but was happy to see the Autobots finally leaving Cybertron, and in his dying moments, Metroplex's last words were, [['Til all are one|&quot;'Til all are one.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Optimus sadly swore that Metroplex's sacrifice would not be in vain.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> == Toys ==<br /> === ''Generations'' ===<br /> * '' Metroplex'' (Titan class)<br /> <br /> Titan class Metroplex will officialy become the largest transformer ever. Metroplex will be standing 2 inches taller than the former giant, Generation 1 Fortress Maximus which stood at 22 inches tall (do the math). Metroplex is, in short, an updated version of his G1 countepart. He retains the same modes, (being a carrier and a city) and includes many gimmicks such as massive articulation, (even in the pupils) lights and sounds, a flip-down visor, and a massive gun with an unknown name.<br /> <br /> Metroplex's retail price will be projected at $125.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Metroplex's head is available in ''Fall of Cybertron'' multiplayer as a Tyrant-type (?!) component for [[Scientist (WFC)|Scientist]]-class characters.<br /> *In the second chapter of Fall of Cybertron, Metroplex can be seen in his alternate form at the ''very'' beginning of the level.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Video game-only characters]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Metroplex_(FOC)&diff=784754 2013-02-19T03:28:55Z

<p>This Guy: /* Generations */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Metroplex}}<br /> {{disambig3|Autobot City}}<br /> {{faction|autobot}}<br /> :''Metroplex is an [[Autobot]] [[city-bot]] from the [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:MetroplexFOC.png|thumb|right|300px|Bite my colossal metal ass!]]<br /> '''Metroplex''' is a gigantic [[Autobot]] whose [[alternate mode|alt-mode]] is a city. He has tremendous power, is loaded with rockets and isn't afraid to crush [[Megatron (Prime)|Decepticon leaders]] with his fist. In other words, don't piss him off.<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron'' ===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Fred Tatasciore]]}} <br /> Metroplex had been lying dormant in what would become Autobot City for thousands of years, and inadvertently became a part of the battlefield when [[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] attacked the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]. After pulling a switch or two, Autobot leader [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] observed the interior of Metroplex constantly shifting and transforming to accommodate him. After using a turret to help fight the Decepticons, Optimus found himself herded to a mysterious bright light by the shifting interior. Sensing a Cybertronian presence, Optimus desperately ordered the entity to help the Autobots in their time of need. After a final switch, an entire city began to transform into an immense, powerful Autobot - Metroplex, who had heeded the call of the [[Prime (rank)|Last Prime]].<br /> <br /> Metroplex's prescence on the battlefield proved invaluable to the struggling Autobots. The titan easily wiped out much of the Decepticon army, including the deadliest of foes such as [[Marauder]]s. Metroplex would launch a devastating air strike on whatever target Optimus marked for destruction, and the colossus was able to wipe out Megatron's equally massive guns that were giving the Autobots a hard time. However, just as he was to destroy the last of the towers, it shot Metroplex point blank in the chest, felling the mighty giant. Fearing for the worst, Optimus pushed on, but was captured by the Decepticons, and brought to Megatron, who mocked and berated the helpless Autobot leader.<br /> <br /> However, the villain [[Dark Designs|gloated too much]], and Metroplex revealed his survival by ominously approaching from the back of Megatron's base. After Metroplex breached - alright we'll be honest, crushed - the walls of the base, the Decepticons were quick to back away from the huge threat, but Megatron ordered them to stand their ground. It was at this point that Metroplex had enough of the tyrant, and crushed him several times with his enormous fist, killing Megatron to the shock of the Decepticons, who were soon led in a retreat by [[Starscream (Prime)|Starscream]]. Unfortunately, the Energon used to fuel Metroplex and the Autobots' defense of Autobot City drained their supply, preventing the Ark from being launched. Still, Optimus was glad to have an ally like Metroplex on their side.<br /> <br /> Days later, after the Autobots located another source of Energon - only for it to be halved thanks to the Decepticons - Metroplex offered to sacrifice his life, donating the Energon inside him to give the Ark enough juice to launch. Optimus protested, but Metroplex had made his choice. Connecting his Spark to the Ark's fuel tanks, there was enough Energon to launch the ship. The heroic titan collapsed for a final time, but was happy to see the Autobots finally leaving Cybertron, and in his dying moments, Metroplex's last words were, [['Til all are one|&quot;'Til all are one.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Optimus sadly swore that Metroplex's sacrifice would not be in vain.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> == Toys ==<br /> === ''Generations'' ===<br /> * '' Metroplex'' (Titan class)<br /> <br /> Titan class Metroplex will officialy become the largest transformer ever. Metroplex will be standing 2 inches taller than the former giant, Generation 1 Fortress Maximus which stood at 22 inches tall (do the math). Metroplex is, in short, an updated version of his G1 countepart. He retains the same modes, (being a carrier and a city) and includes many gimmicks such as massive articulation, (even in the pupils) lights and sounds, a flip-down visor, and a massive gun with an unknown name.<br /> <br /> Metroplex's retail price will be projected at $125.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Metroplex's head is available in ''Fall of Cybertron'' multiplayer as a Tyrant-type (?!) component for [[Scientist (WFC)|Scientist]]-class characters.<br /> *In the second chapter of Fall of Cybertron, Metroplex can be seen in his alternate form at the ''very'' beginning of the level.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Video game-only characters]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Metroplex_(FOC)&diff=784753 2013-02-19T03:28:34Z

<p>This Guy: /* Generations */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Metroplex}}<br /> {{disambig3|Autobot City}}<br /> {{faction|autobot}}<br /> :''Metroplex is an [[Autobot]] [[city-bot]] from the [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:MetroplexFOC.png|thumb|right|300px|Bite my colossal metal ass!]]<br /> '''Metroplex''' is a gigantic [[Autobot]] whose [[alternate mode|alt-mode]] is a city. He has tremendous power, is loaded with rockets and isn't afraid to crush [[Megatron (Prime)|Decepticon leaders]] with his fist. In other words, don't piss him off.<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron'' ===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Fred Tatasciore]]}} <br /> Metroplex had been lying dormant in what would become Autobot City for thousands of years, and inadvertently became a part of the battlefield when [[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] attacked the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]. After pulling a switch or two, Autobot leader [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] observed the interior of Metroplex constantly shifting and transforming to accommodate him. After using a turret to help fight the Decepticons, Optimus found himself herded to a mysterious bright light by the shifting interior. Sensing a Cybertronian presence, Optimus desperately ordered the entity to help the Autobots in their time of need. After a final switch, an entire city began to transform into an immense, powerful Autobot - Metroplex, who had heeded the call of the [[Prime (rank)|Last Prime]].<br /> <br /> Metroplex's prescence on the battlefield proved invaluable to the struggling Autobots. The titan easily wiped out much of the Decepticon army, including the deadliest of foes such as [[Marauder]]s. Metroplex would launch a devastating air strike on whatever target Optimus marked for destruction, and the colossus was able to wipe out Megatron's equally massive guns that were giving the Autobots a hard time. However, just as he was to destroy the last of the towers, it shot Metroplex point blank in the chest, felling the mighty giant. Fearing for the worst, Optimus pushed on, but was captured by the Decepticons, and brought to Megatron, who mocked and berated the helpless Autobot leader.<br /> <br /> However, the villain [[Dark Designs|gloated too much]], and Metroplex revealed his survival by ominously approaching from the back of Megatron's base. After Metroplex breached - alright we'll be honest, crushed - the walls of the base, the Decepticons were quick to back away from the huge threat, but Megatron ordered them to stand their ground. It was at this point that Metroplex had enough of the tyrant, and crushed him several times with his enormous fist, killing Megatron to the shock of the Decepticons, who were soon led in a retreat by [[Starscream (Prime)|Starscream]]. Unfortunately, the Energon used to fuel Metroplex and the Autobots' defense of Autobot City drained their supply, preventing the Ark from being launched. Still, Optimus was glad to have an ally like Metroplex on their side.<br /> <br /> Days later, after the Autobots located another source of Energon - only for it to be halved thanks to the Decepticons - Metroplex offered to sacrifice his life, donating the Energon inside him to give the Ark enough juice to launch. Optimus protested, but Metroplex had made his choice. Connecting his Spark to the Ark's fuel tanks, there was enough Energon to launch the ship. The heroic titan collapsed for a final time, but was happy to see the Autobots finally leaving Cybertron, and in his dying moments, Metroplex's last words were, [['Til all are one|&quot;'Til all are one.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Optimus sadly swore that Metroplex's sacrifice would not be in vain.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> == Toys ==<br /> === ''Generations'' ===<br /> * '' Metroplex'' (Titan class)<br /> <br /> Titan class Metroplex will officialy become the largest transformer ever. Metroplex will be standing 2 inches taller than the former giant, Generation 1 Fortress Maximus which stood at 22 inches tall (do the math). Metroplex is, in short, an updated version of his G1 countepart. He retains the same modes, (being a carrier and a city) and includes many gimmicks such as massive articulation, (even in the pupils) lights and sounds, a flip-down visor, and a massive gun with an unknown name.<br /> <br /> Metroplex's retail price will be projected at $125.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Metroplex's head is available in ''Fall of Cybertron'' multiplayer as a Tyrant-type (?!) component for [[Scientist (WFC)|Scientist]]-class characters.<br /> *In the second chapter of Fall of Cybertron, Metroplex can be seen in his alternate form at the ''very'' beginning of the level.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Video game-only characters]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Metroplex_(FOC)&diff=784752 2013-02-19T03:28:00Z

<p>This Guy: /* Generations */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Metroplex}}<br /> {{disambig3|Autobot City}}<br /> {{faction|autobot}}<br /> :''Metroplex is an [[Autobot]] [[city-bot]] from the [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:MetroplexFOC.png|thumb|right|300px|Bite my colossal metal ass!]]<br /> '''Metroplex''' is a gigantic [[Autobot]] whose [[alternate mode|alt-mode]] is a city. He has tremendous power, is loaded with rockets and isn't afraid to crush [[Megatron (Prime)|Decepticon leaders]] with his fist. In other words, don't piss him off.<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron'' ===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Fred Tatasciore]]}} <br /> Metroplex had been lying dormant in what would become Autobot City for thousands of years, and inadvertently became a part of the battlefield when [[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] attacked the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]. After pulling a switch or two, Autobot leader [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] observed the interior of Metroplex constantly shifting and transforming to accommodate him. After using a turret to help fight the Decepticons, Optimus found himself herded to a mysterious bright light by the shifting interior. Sensing a Cybertronian presence, Optimus desperately ordered the entity to help the Autobots in their time of need. After a final switch, an entire city began to transform into an immense, powerful Autobot - Metroplex, who had heeded the call of the [[Prime (rank)|Last Prime]].<br /> <br /> Metroplex's prescence on the battlefield proved invaluable to the struggling Autobots. The titan easily wiped out much of the Decepticon army, including the deadliest of foes such as [[Marauder]]s. Metroplex would launch a devastating air strike on whatever target Optimus marked for destruction, and the colossus was able to wipe out Megatron's equally massive guns that were giving the Autobots a hard time. However, just as he was to destroy the last of the towers, it shot Metroplex point blank in the chest, felling the mighty giant. Fearing for the worst, Optimus pushed on, but was captured by the Decepticons, and brought to Megatron, who mocked and berated the helpless Autobot leader.<br /> <br /> However, the villain [[Dark Designs|gloated too much]], and Metroplex revealed his survival by ominously approaching from the back of Megatron's base. After Metroplex breached - alright we'll be honest, crushed - the walls of the base, the Decepticons were quick to back away from the huge threat, but Megatron ordered them to stand their ground. It was at this point that Metroplex had enough of the tyrant, and crushed him several times with his enormous fist, killing Megatron to the shock of the Decepticons, who were soon led in a retreat by [[Starscream (Prime)|Starscream]]. Unfortunately, the Energon used to fuel Metroplex and the Autobots' defense of Autobot City drained their supply, preventing the Ark from being launched. Still, Optimus was glad to have an ally like Metroplex on their side.<br /> <br /> Days later, after the Autobots located another source of Energon - only for it to be halved thanks to the Decepticons - Metroplex offered to sacrifice his life, donating the Energon inside him to give the Ark enough juice to launch. Optimus protested, but Metroplex had made his choice. Connecting his Spark to the Ark's fuel tanks, there was enough Energon to launch the ship. The heroic titan collapsed for a final time, but was happy to see the Autobots finally leaving Cybertron, and in his dying moments, Metroplex's last words were, [['Til all are one|&quot;'Til all are one.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Optimus sadly swore that Metroplex's sacrifice would not be in vain.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> == Toys ==<br /> === ''Generations'' ===<br /> * '' Metroplex'' (Titan class)<br /> <br /> Titan class Metroplex will officialy become the largest transformer ever. Metroplex will be standing 2 inches taller than the former giant, Generation 1 Fortress Maximus which stood at 22 inches tall (do the math). Metroplex is, in short, an updated version of his G1 countepart. He retains the same modes, (being a carrier and a city) and includes many gimmicks such as massive articulation, (even in the pupils) lights and sounds, a flip-down visor, and a massive gun with an unknown name.<br /> <br /> [[User:This Guy|Brett Smith]] 22:27, 18 February 2013 (EST) Metroplex's retail price will be projected at $125.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Metroplex's head is available in ''Fall of Cybertron'' multiplayer as a Tyrant-type (?!) component for [[Scientist (WFC)|Scientist]]-class characters.<br /> *In the second chapter of Fall of Cybertron, Metroplex can be seen in his alternate form at the ''very'' beginning of the level.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Video game-only characters]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Metroplex_(FOC)&diff=784740 2013-02-19T03:12:51Z

<p>This Guy: </p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Metroplex}}<br /> {{disambig3|Autobot City}}<br /> {{faction|autobot}}<br /> :''Metroplex is an [[Autobot]] [[city-bot]] from the [[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:MetroplexFOC.png|thumb|right|300px|Bite my colossal metal ass!]]<br /> '''Metroplex''' is a gigantic [[Autobot]] whose [[alternate mode|alt-mode]] is a city. He has tremendous power, is loaded with rockets and isn't afraid to crush [[Megatron (Prime)|Decepticon leaders]] with his fist. In other words, don't piss him off.<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron'' ===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Fred Tatasciore]]}} <br /> Metroplex had been lying dormant in what would become Autobot City for thousands of years, and inadvertently became a part of the battlefield when [[Megatron (Prime)|Megatron]] attacked the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]]. After pulling a switch or two, Autobot leader [[Optimus Prime (Prime)|Optimus Prime]] observed the interior of Metroplex constantly shifting and transforming to accommodate him. After using a turret to help fight the Decepticons, Optimus found himself herded to a mysterious bright light by the shifting interior. Sensing a Cybertronian presence, Optimus desperately ordered the entity to help the Autobots in their time of need. After a final switch, an entire city began to transform into an immense, powerful Autobot - Metroplex, who had heeded the call of the [[Prime (rank)|Last Prime]].<br /> <br /> Metroplex's prescence on the battlefield proved invaluable to the struggling Autobots. The titan easily wiped out much of the Decepticon army, including the deadliest of foes such as [[Marauder]]s. Metroplex would launch a devastating air strike on whatever target Optimus marked for destruction, and the colossus was able to wipe out Megatron's equally massive guns that were giving the Autobots a hard time. However, just as he was to destroy the last of the towers, it shot Metroplex point blank in the chest, felling the mighty giant. Fearing for the worst, Optimus pushed on, but was captured by the Decepticons, and brought to Megatron, who mocked and berated the helpless Autobot leader.<br /> <br /> However, the villain [[Dark Designs|gloated too much]], and Metroplex revealed his survival by ominously approaching from the back of Megatron's base. After Metroplex breached - alright we'll be honest, crushed - the walls of the base, the Decepticons were quick to back away from the huge threat, but Megatron ordered them to stand their ground. It was at this point that Metroplex had enough of the tyrant, and crushed him several times with his enormous fist, killing Megatron to the shock of the Decepticons, who were soon led in a retreat by [[Starscream (Prime)|Starscream]]. Unfortunately, the Energon used to fuel Metroplex and the Autobots' defense of Autobot City drained their supply, preventing the Ark from being launched. Still, Optimus was glad to have an ally like Metroplex on their side.<br /> <br /> Days later, after the Autobots located another source of Energon - only for it to be halved thanks to the Decepticons - Metroplex offered to sacrifice his life, donating the Energon inside him to give the Ark enough juice to launch. Optimus protested, but Metroplex had made his choice. Connecting his Spark to the Ark's fuel tanks, there was enough Energon to launch the ship. The heroic titan collapsed for a final time, but was happy to see the Autobots finally leaving Cybertron, and in his dying moments, Metroplex's last words were, [['Til all are one|&quot;'Til all are one.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Optimus sadly swore that Metroplex's sacrifice would not be in vain.<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> == Toys ==<br /> === ''Generations'' ===<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Metroplex's head is available in ''Fall of Cybertron'' multiplayer as a Tyrant-type (?!) component for [[Scientist (WFC)|Scientist]]-class characters.<br /> *In the second chapter of Fall of Cybertron, Metroplex can be seen in his alternate form at the ''very'' beginning of the level.<br /> <br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Video game-only characters]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Bulkhead_(Prime)&diff=782725 2013-02-09T19:34:45Z

<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Bulkhead}}<br /> {{faction|autobot|wreckers}}<br /> :''Bulkhead is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Prime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Miss me?]]<br /> '''Bulkhead''' looks huge and menacing, but he's only the former. Once you get to know him, he has a gentle soul. He's afraid of hurting things smaller and more fragile than him, but his new [[human]] friend, [[Miko Nakadai]], has helped him grow past that. He has a low tolerance for jerks and bullies, and is quite happy to let people like that stew in the trouble they've made for themselves, but his better impulses—or at least, needling from those around him—always sway him into helping in the end.<br /> <br /> {{quote|After a long road trip, feels good to get out of the car, stretch my legs, and kick some tailpipe!|Bulkhead on crushin' Cons|''[[Convoy (episode)|Convoy]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Exiles''===<br /> Bulkhead was a Wrecker and one of the last Autobots to get on the [[Ark (WFC)|''Ark'']]. While the ship and its crew were stranded on the planet [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]], Bulkhead complained that he was left behind while [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]], and [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] voyaged to the tomb of [[Solus Prime]].<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[Image:PrimeComicBulkhead.jpg|Right|thumb|200px|]]<br /> Bulkhead was present at the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]] when [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] arrived for the first time. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Transformers: Prime}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)|[[Takashi Nagasako]] (Japanese), [[Karl Schulz]] (German), [[Pietro Ubaldi]] (Italian), [[Yeong-Ung Jeong]] (Korean), [[Salvador Serrano]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Salvador Reyes]] (Latin American-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> Originally Bulkhead was a construction worker. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} During the [[Great War (Prime)|Great War]], he joined the [[Wrecker]]s, and battled alongside [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] and many others. {{storylink|Con Job}} He also had a rivalry with [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Bulkhead left the Wreckers early on in the war to join [[Team Prime]]. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> Soon after the Autobots arrived on Earth, Bulkhead accidentally stepped into some power lines. Arcee was impressed with the dance he did as a consequence. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Primevehicle.jpg|left|thumb|200px|And then [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s engineers get a headache.]]<br /> Bulkhead was pulled away from a woodland area to back up [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]], but when the team arrived at the battle site, Cliffjumper and the [[Decepticon]]s were gone. Sometime later, Bulkhead scared off some [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicon]]s, who were fighting [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bulkhead returned to base, and was there when three humans were brought in. Miko questioned him at length about how cool he was. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} During a subsequent visit by Agent [[William Fowler|Fowler]], Bulkhead crushed one of [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]]'s tools as part of a demonstration, much to his comrade's annoyance. Bulkhead was part of the ultimately unsuccessful mission to retrieve Cliffjumper from a Decepticon [[energon]] mine. After they returned to base empty-handed, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]] assigned Bulkhead to watch over [[Miko Nakadai]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising3_disembulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|250px|''No'', Bulky, the slogan is get some ''nuts''!]]<br /> Miko managed to persuade Bulkhead to do some off-roading on the way back to base. Once there, Optimus and Ratchet left on a mission, placing Arcee in charge. Arcee promptly left to go patrolling with Bumblebee, leaving Bulkhead in charge. During an impromptu visit by Fowler, Bulkhead managed to prevent him reporting the three kids, but when Fowler was subsequently captured by the Decepticons, Bulkhead was compelled to mount a rescue mission. He [[GroundBridge]]d to the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'', only to find the three kids had followed him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising4-BulkheadandMiko.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Be thankful she didn't do more than heave on your car parts.]]<br /> After trying to make sure the kids were safe, Bulkhead climbed aboard the ''Nemesis'' and began trashing Decepticons before discovering Miko had stowed away inside his chest compartment. Inside the ship, the pair eventually ran into Arcee and Bumblebee, who'd rescued Jack and Raf from some more guards. The three Autobots stuck the kids in a store room while they located Fowler in the brig and chased off [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]. Mission accomplished, they returned to base, where Optimus told off Bulkhead. After Jack decided he was better off without the Autobots in his life, Bulkhead took Miko to visit him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-BulkheadMiko.jpg|thumb|250px|D'awwww.]]<br /> Once the Autobots pinpointed the location of the Decepticon [[space bridge]] in orbit, Optimus, Arcee, Bumblebee and Bulkhead traveled there by GroundBridge, though the height made Bulkhead nervous. They battled hordes of flying Decepticons, until [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] figured out a way to destroy the space bridge, and Arcee, Bulkhead and Bumblebee did so while Optimus kept [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] busy. They safely GroundBridged back to Earth moments before the explosion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead assisted Miko with her science project, holding up her model of the solar system so she could paint it. Unfortunately Ratchet decided to take over the project, relegating Bulkhead to the role of transport. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee brought a strange pod back from the [[Arctic]] with them. It later turned out the pod contained [[Scraplet]]s, which Bulkhead was particularly frightened by, and Miko was amused by him screaming like a little girl as they hunted for the critters. There turned out to be too many for the Autobots to deal with, but after the kids repaired an energon fuel line for the GroundBridge, Bulkhead used himself as bait to draw them through to the Arctic, where they froze. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ConJob-Fistbump.jpg|thumb|300px|left|&quot;Guy love, that's all it is, Guy love, He's mine, I'm his, there's nothing gay about it in our eyes.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack arrived on Earth, however Wheeljack's uncharacteristic silence during Bulkhead's war stories made the latter Autobot suspicious. After Bulkhead questioned Wheeljack on the [[Battle of Darkmount Pass]] and Wheeljack got an important detail wrong, the new arrival was unmasked as a Decepticon imposter. The real Wheeljack arrived and he and Bulkhead threw the imposter out via the GroundBridge. Bulkhead turned down Wheeljack's offer to go exploring the galaxy. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Bulkheadmace.jpg|thumb|300px|&quot;You go on, Bulk, we'll cover the rear.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead took part in a convoy when Fowler needed transport for a hi-tech [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]] device. When the convoy was attacked by [[MECH]], he reluctantly remained in vehicle mode in accordance with Optimus's orders, but when they were attacked by flying Vehicons, the Autobots were forced to use their robot modes anyway. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead chastised Miko for neglecting her education, and when an energon trace was detected in [[Greece]], he attempted to use the mission as an educational field trip. Their education was cut short as Bulkhead's old enemy Breakdown arrived and the pair fought. Back at base, he alerted the other Autobots to the [[Energon Harvester]] he'd seen depicted in an ancient fresco, and the device was soon tracked down to a museum. The Autobots surrounded the museum while the kids were sent in to steal the Harvester, and fought [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and Breakdown. The Decepticons got away with the Harvester. Bulkhead went alone to Greece, where he managed to single-handedly defeat Knock Out, Breakdown, and Starscream, destroying the Harvester in the process. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OutHead-BulkheadBreakdown.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Wheeljack is gonna be so jealous.]]<br /> Bulkhead covered poorly for [[Jack Darby|Jack]] and Bumblebee when the pair went street racing, and was forced to go with Arcee to find them. He got to fight Breakdown again, flattening the Decepticon with a lamp post. {{storylink|Speed Metal}} Bumblebee and Bulkhead played basketball together in the base, though Bumblebee's behavior was very odd. Bulkhead, Optimus and Arcee traveled to the Arctic to find a lens the Decepticons had stolen from a telescope in [[Hawaii]], and ended up tangling with a heat ray the Decepticons had built with it. They succeeded in destroying it, though it turned out Megatron had been resurrected in the meantime. {{storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Ratchet to investigate a [[Dark Energon]] reading and found Starscream attempting to resurrect [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]]. During the following ruckus, the Autobots found the kids had followed them and tried to send them back to base, only for them to disappear in a GroundBridge accident. It was only when Bulkhead spotted a text message on [[Miko's phone]] that Ratchet could engineer a way to get the kids back from the [[shadowzone (dimension)|other dimension]] they were trapped in. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TFPep16DoubleCreatureFeature.jpeg|right|thumb|300px|So, uh, do you like [[David Kaye]]'s mom [[Bill Fagerbakke|too]]?]]<br /> During an altercation with Breakdown on the [[Kamchatka Peninsula]], Bulkhead was knocked out and Breakdown abducted by MECH. Bulkhead stayed off Optimus's mission to rescue the Decepticon, but Miko persuaded him to go alone. GroundBridging to [[Russia]], Bulkhead forcibly infiltrated the MECH base and rescued Breakdown, though he was forced to pummel both Breakdown and Starscream when the Decepticon jet turned up and ordered Breakdown to destroy Bulkhead. {{Storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Bulkhead was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:MetalAttraction-stuck.jpg|left|thumb|250px|]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee, inadvertently joined by Miko, investigated a magnetic disturbance. They came across Breakdown and [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] fighting over a [[polarity gauntlet]], and during the battle, Bulkhead and Arcee were magnetically fused together by the device. They followed the Decepticons to an abandoned gas station, where another fight broke out, and the two Autobots came unstuck. Airachnid tried to escape in her helicopter form, but Bulkhead grabbed her and threw her at Breakdown. He and Arcee returned to base triumphantly with the gauntlet. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:RockBottom-Bulkheadpassion.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's raise the roof!]]<br /> Arcee and Bulkhead investigated an [[Stripped energon mine|abandoned energon mine]] with the kids. Bulkhead protected Miko from a cave in, but ended up having to support the ceiling. Miko banged a rock on his foot to attract help, but instead they were found by Starscream. Things looked grim for Bulkhead until Arcee came to his rescue, and the two Autobots and the kids escaped the mine. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Bulkhead joined the others in investigating a [[Harbinger|wrecked Decepticon ship]] and found Starscream all webbed up. Offering to defect, Starscream pointed them to the other half of the crashed ship, where they were attacked by Airachnid, wielding an [[Immobilizer|experimental Decepticon weapon]] that froze Bulkhead in his tracks. Bulkhead was locked in position until the Autobots retrieved the weapon and Ratchet used it to unfreeze him. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TMI-Mikojogsmemories.jpg|thumb|left|300px|This is art!]]<br /> Miko and Bulkhead sneaked into a monster truck rally together. A week or so later, during a mission to secure a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]], Miko accidentally discharged the cylinder into Bulkhead's brain. Though at first Bulkhead seemed fine, he began writing complex equations for synthetic energon, and it rapidly became clear that the cylinder's energy was overwriting his mind. While the other Autobots attempted to secure the cylinder, Miko tried to help Bulkhead retain his memories by taking him to the monster truck track. They were found there by Knock Out and Breakdown, who tried to take Bulkhead's head, but during the attempt, Miko again triggered the energy to discharge from Bulkhead into the sky. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state until Miko managed to wake him with her guitar playing. {{storylink|T.M.I.}}<br /> <br /> During an energon shortage, Bulkhead and the other Autobots took part in a number of missions to try to intercept the Decepticon energon shipments. When Ratchet developed [[Synthetic Energon]] and tried it on himself, the medic was amped up enough to knock Bulkhead through a wall. Their medic accompanied them on another mission, but his changes in personality began to concern Bulkhead and the others. After he knocked Bulkhead flying and went off on his own, the other Autobots were forced to track him down before he could damage himself. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots attempted to stop the Decepticons stealing a space bridge power supply from a military base. When Raf was gravely injured, Optimus and Bulkhead went on alone, stealthily infiltrating the ''Nemesis'' and Bulkhead bridged back to base with the power supply while Optimus went after Megatron. Bulkhead watched as Ratchet and [[June Darby]] fought to save Raf's life. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} As the Autobots attempted to rescue Optimus from a zone flooded with Dark Energon, Bulkhead kept Megatron busy while the others pulled Optimus out. Back at base, the Autobots and their human friends puzzled over the natural disasters suddenly plaguing Earth, and discovered that [[Unicron]] resided at the center of the Earth. Bulkhead and the others began investigating the sites of the earthquakes that had struck when the Dark Energon volcano erupted. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead, Arcee and Bumblebee came to Optimus's aid as he battled stone Unicron avatars. To their great surprise, help came in the form of Megatron, who offered to help them fight Unicron. Together with the Decepticon leader, the Autobots stepped through the GroundBridge into Earth's core. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}} Though Bulkhead was hampered by the influence of the Dark Energon, and during their fight against [[Unicron's antibodies]] almost fell from the walkway, they reached Unicron's spark chamber. Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee stayed outside to fend off the antibodies. Following Unicron's defeat, they entered the spark chamber, only for Optimus to fail to recognize them, and they had to GroundBridge back to base without him. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots puzzled over how to get their leader back but made little progress. When Fowler warned them of an attack on a military base, Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee went to try and deal with it, but Knock Out and Breakdown succeeded in getting away with the power source they needed. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} Bulkhead and the others scoured the globe for the space bridge, but it wasn't until Ratchet and Bulkhead were contacted by a wounded Starscream that they obtained information on the space bridges location. The Autobots stormed the energon mine housing the space bridge and secured it so that they could send Jack and Arcee to Cybertron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} Ratchet, Bulkhead and Bumblebee monitored Jack's progress from the Earth end of the space bridge. When Megatron arrived to take back control, Bulkhead attacked him and was easily thrown aside, twice. Luckily it all turned out, and Bulkhead and the others returned to base with Optimus Prime restored. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OperationBumblebee2-Forge.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Nope. Not even using the &quot;hammer time&quot; reference.]]<br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee were responding to an ancient Autobot signal separately, but when Bulkhead arrived, he found Bumblebee unable to transform as his [[transformation cog|T-cog]] had been taken. They quickly worked out MECH was responsible. Bumblebee later talked Bulkhead into taking him on another mission, on which they ran into Knock Out and Breakdown. Bulkhead got to fight his arch-nemesis again while Bumblebee chased Knock Out. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} He almost had to perform T-cog transplant surgery, but was judged unfit by Ratchet. He did get to go on an artifact retrieval mission, and spent some time hitting Breakdown before getting hold of the [[Forge of Solus Prime]] and using it to knock the Decepticon flying. Unfortunately moments later Bulkhead was bushwhacked by Megatron who got away with the Forge. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Wheeljack works on bomb.jpg|left|thumb|250px|For once [[Wheeljack (Prime)|I'm]] not the one under threat of [[Wheeljack (G1)|explosions]].]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack returned to Earth, but when his fellow Wrecker decided to recklessly go after [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Bulkhead opted to go along. The encounter ended with Bulkhead a hostage with a bomb on his chest as a lure to draw out Optimus. Though Wheeljack tried to defuse the bomb, Bulkhead opted to go the self-sacrifice route, and was only stopped from doing so by Wheeljack, who had realized Optimus was right. Wheeljack and Optimus forced Dreadwing into defusing the bomb, saving Bulkhead's life. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}} Bulkhead accompanied Ratchet as they got more information from Starscream. This led to an Optimus-led mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]]. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Though they trashed a bunch of Vehicons, Megatron and Dreadwing escaped them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> When Fowler was attacked by a truck resembling Optimus, Bulkhead caught his car after it plunged from a bridge. Back at base, they soon established that the truck was a MECH-created clone of Optimus and began searching for the MECH base. Though they located the hideout, [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] took them out one by one, and after Optimus dealt with the situation, the Autobots returned to base for repairs. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} Responding to an energon signal, Bulkhead accidentally got himself beamed up to the Decepticon warship. After encountering and offlining Starscream (or [[Starscream clone (Prime)|a near approximation]]), and narrowly avoiding Megatron, he found the ship's power core and disabled it with his wrecking ball. The ship crashed, allowing him to disembark and drive back to base, where he found the others had captured Airachnid. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in an attack on it with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]], only to be put into stasis by its weapons. He recovered back at base when the kids disabled the ship. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> Having found the locations of four artifacts, the Autobots started going on missions to retrieve them. {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} Bulkhead was sent through the Groundbridge to retrieve one of the artifacts. {{storylink|Triangulation}} He landed up in a volcanic area near the equator and was first subjected to combat with the Insecticon [[Hardshell]]. After defeating the Decepticon, he discovered that the relic he was after was [[Tox-En]]. Leaving a grenade and a false trail for the Insecticons to follow, he carried the Tox-En up a nearby volcano to dispose of it only for the Insecticons caught up with him as he reached the top. Bulkhead managed to overcome the trio and destroy the Tox-En, but as he was stepping back through the GroundBridge, Hardshell shot him from behind, and his smoking body was flung through the bridge into the Autobot base. {{Storylink|Toxicity}}<br /> <br /> Ratchet worked frantically to save him, and eventually succeeded. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state, with Ratchet unwilling to operate further until he regained some strength. {{storylink|Hurt}} Bulkhead later regained consciousness and was even able to take a few steps, with the help of Miko acting as drill sergeant. {{storylink|Out of the Past}} His recovery continued to be slow, and when [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] arrived, he was convinced the others were trying to replace him, despite their assurances otherwise. During another mission, Bulkhead tried to convince Ratchet to let him go help, but after Smokescreen went instead and made the mission a success, Bulkhead admitted that the new Autobot did well, then sadly dragged himself back to his quarters. {{storylink|New Recruit}}<br /> <br /> He continued to pressure Ratchet to let him go back into combat, and was annoyed by Smokescreen's suggestion that he could use the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]] as a &quot;crutch&quot;. Finally his badgering paid off when Ratchet was convinced to let him help, though Ratchet sent him to protect Raf who was trying to hack into a satellite. Bulkhead arrived just in time to stop what he assumed was Breakdown from destroying Raf's house, but was shocked to discover that Breakdown was being controlled by Silas—now calling himself &quot;Cylas&quot;—and found his injuries were still hampering his fighting ability. When Smokescreen helped him defeat &quot;Cylas&quot;, he gained a new respect for the newbie, especially when he learned that Smokescreen studied the Wreckers mission reports. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was part of a Team Prime mission to search for an Iacon relic that turned out to be a wild goose chase set up by Megatron. They soon found the real prize—the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy}} He, Arcee and Bumblebee were happy when they learned they might soon be able to return Cybertron, but quickly realized there would be a downside in that they would have to leave their friends on Earth behind. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:HardKnocksBulkheadDreadwing.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Not the face [[Tony Todd|again]]!!!]]<br /> Smokescreen and Bulkhead were sent to find one of the Omega Keys, and Bulkhead sent his companion after the key while he faced Dreadwing. During the fight, Bulkhead managed to get the better of the Decepticon and used Dreadwing's own bomb against him. Unfortunately the key was taken by [[Starscream (WFC)|parties]] unknown. The Autobots later discovered that Smokescreen was the final relic, but located their friend too late to save him from the Decepticons. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Bulkhead accompanied Optimus and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only for them to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead found himself in a tricky position when Miko assumed that she'd be coming to Cybertron with the Autobots. He equipped himself with the [[Immobilizer]] when the Autobots traveled to Cybertron, and employed the weapon during the battle against the Decepticons, enabling them to regain the Omega Keys. The Autobots located the [[Omega Lock]], only for the Decepticons to unveil their trump card in the form of the three kids as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was forced to hand over his key in exchange for Miko. After Optimus destroyed the Omega Lock to prevent Megatron destroying Earth, Bulkhead returned with the others to base, only to find that the Decepticons were attacking it. The Autobots were forced to abandon base, and Bulkhead and Miko bridged to a point somewhere in the US. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.1 Ratchet Bulkhead practise.jpg|thumb|left|200px|&quot;I need practise like Optimus needs a face.&quot;]]<br /> As Ratchet unveiled the [[Safe]], Bulkhead was unimpressed that he thought they needed more training. He threw himself into it though, deciding that the best defense was to smash everything he could. In doing so, he inadvertently uncovered and activated a nuclear missile which had been hidden in the base. Unimpressed, Optimus ordered him to hold up the ceiling while Ratchet and Raf dealt with the missile's warhead. Afterwards, Ratchet suggested Bulkhead and Raf design a new Safe. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took the other Autobots, including Bulkhead, on a trip to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead struggled to decorate a [[Christmas]] tree, while enduring a mocking from Arcee and Jack. When Fowler arrived with the news that the Decepticons had taken over a [[Yamal|nuclear-powered ship]], Bulkhead offered him a &quot;Cybertron-size&quot; mince pie. He and Arcee were left to mind the base with the kids while the other went to deal with the Decepticon problem, and the kids suggested the pair try to find something they had in common. They eventually discovered their mutual love of ice skating, and turned the base into an ice rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead played ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' with Raf, until suddenly the game put Raf into a hypnotic trance and made him open the GroundBridge. Bulkhead was sure he'd get blamed for this somehow, and explained to Optimus that it was only a ''minor'' problem, but moments later the Vehicons started coming through. Bulkhead fought them alongside the other Autobots until Raf was able to loop the GroundBridge, sucking the Decepticons back through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}}<br /> <br /> [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] woke Bulkhead with the news that the [[President of the United States]] had been kidnapped. Bulkhead and the rest of the Autobots visited the [[Grand Canyon]] where he and Ratchet protected [[Air Force One]] while the others defeated Starscream and rescued the President. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.9 Bumblebee and Bulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|200px|&quot;Don't be like that, Bumblebee. I didn't mean to eat the last [[chocolate-covered wheel-nut]].&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee headed to [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]] after the Autobots lost contact with Optimus Prime. They found [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and a bunch of Vehicons feeding Optimus's body into a crusher but were overcome by the Decepticons before they could rescue him. Luckily Optimus came to his senses in time. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} Bulkhead and Bumblebee retrieved Knock Out's [[neuron refractor]] from China, unaware that a MECH agent had stowed away in it. During [[Novo|Agent Novo]]'s escape from the Autobot base, Bulkhead was almost hit by grenades, and Novo kidnapped Miko. The Autobots searched for Miko, and located the MECH base in time for Novo, now occupying a mechanoid body, to return Miko. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> After Jack's demonstration of bobbing for apples, Bulkhead bobbed for engine blocks. He accompanied Optimus Prime to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, but wasn't much help in fighting [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]]'s forces there. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} Following a successful solo mission to destroy a Decepticon energon store, Bulkhead was ambushed in the [[Alaska]]n forest by Megatron's forces. He was taken back to the ''Nemesis'', where Megatron stuck him in an [[Ultra Prison]], a device which would slowly erase his mind. Luckily Bulkhead had an emergency connection to [[Miko's phone]], and the alerted Autobots brought the three kids to the ship to rescue him. Later Miko said he could thank her by treating her to some monster truck rally. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]], and did an admirable job at protecting the rear with his wrecking ball. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Commercial appearances===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was phoned up by the human [[wikipedia:Strawberry Shortcake|Strawberry Shortcake]], who invited him to the Berryfest Princess Parade to have glittery sparkles dumped on him. Unable to get a word in edgewise, he told Optimus that the call was for him. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|Strawberry Shortcake and Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Megatron joined Strawberry and the [[My Little Pony|ponies]] Applejack, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash in scatting &quot;[[wikipedia:Deck the Halls|Deck the Halls]]&quot;. Bulkhead's extended scat sequence, however, did not find favor among the Autobots or Megatron, causing him to awkwardly laugh it off. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers}} Undeterred, Bulkhead rejoined this multiversal musical grouping in singing &quot;[[wikipedia:Jingle Bells|Jingle Bells]]&quot;. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers (Second spot)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] retrieved some Cybertronian weapons, Bulkhead spent hours in the desert fruitlessly trying to get one of them to work. Just as he was about to give up, he was abruptly attacked by [[Ripclaw (Prime)|Ripclaw]], who inflicted a [[mech venom]] sting on him. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 9}}<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game bulkhead.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's hope those aren't truck nutz.]]<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-BulkheadTakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Any color green is good, right?]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (First Edition Voyager, 2011/2012)<br /> **''Number:'' '''002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[December 28|12-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Energon]] battle mace&quot;, stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Voyager Class toys, Bulkhead transforms into a truck. He comes with an &quot;energon battle mace&quot; that can either [[5mm post|peg]] into his hands, or replace one of his hands when either is flipped into his arm, thus switching it out for a wrist peg-hole. These peg-holes also have additional sculpted detail matching the [[Character model|animation model]] of Bulkhead's stubby arm-blasters, should one choose to use them as such. The mace itself features a plain peg-hole at the top, and is stored in vehicle mode by pegging it onto the trunk. The patch of clear black [[light-piping]] plastic ([[Gang-molding|gang-molded]] to the rest of his [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] clear black parts) on his head is neutered by having his eyes painted, in equally show-accurate light blue. As with all First Edition toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : In an effort for him to fit in his [[packaging]], he is usually mis-transformed: the panel on his back is hinged up to his head, while the wheels connected to his panel-chest, normally splayed out as a pair of &quot;[[Kibble|wings]]&quot; and tabbed into the sides of the back panel, are left folded up and untabbed on his sides. His headlights, normally swiveled and angled up on his chest, are also left untransformed. The large panel (with the [[Kibble#&quot;Faux-parts&quot;|fake sculpted grille]]) underneath his hinged hood pieces also isn't tabbed to the black sliding &quot;spine&quot; behind it, with the results being that his crotch piece tabs only lightly to his waist, detaches easily, dislodges when the front bumper is hinged forward into the indent on its back, and that many packaged Bulkheads are encountered with their flies open. <br /> <br /> : The Japanese [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead features darker green plastic and paint.<br /> <br /> : First Edition Bulkhead never made it to shelves in the United States in the initial run, forcing US fans to import the Hasbro version from Canada. Later, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] would pick up Bulkhead, along with most of the rest of the First Edition line, as part of a huge block of [[exclusive]]s for the US market.<br /> <br /> : This mold would have also been [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed to make ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Brawn (G1)#Generations|Brawn]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro ''First Edition'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2blog.net/blog-entry-1373.html TakaraTomy's First Edition Bulkhead at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeCyberverse-Bulkhead-TakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''EZ-08'''<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Battle mace&quot;<br /> <br /> : ''[[Cyberverse]]'' Bulkhead features translucent plastic panels on his hood, roof, and robot back so that the toy can be illuminated by the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with a translucent blue &quot;battle mace&quot; weapon which features four [[C joint|3mm post]]s and three post-holes all over, allowing it to combine with other Cyberverse weapons, be held/mounted into holes on his hands, arms, shoulders/vehicle rear, and roof, or store on his back in robot mode. The [[Hasbro]] release features a pack-in file card.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on ''Cyberverse'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CyberverseBattleTactics}}<br /> *'''Battle Tactics Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 009'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon<br /> <br /> : Released in the fourth wave of ''Cyberverse'' Commander Class figures, Battle Tactics Bulkhead is a [[redeco]] of his ''Cyberverse'' toy, coming in black with bright blue highlights. Instead of his battle mace, he has a clear-plastic cannon resembling his in-show cannon-barrel. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/BTBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Battle Tactics Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Bulkhead's been working out, even taking some advice from [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] about tricking out his truck.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy BulkheadVoyagerTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Meanwhile, in Japan, Bulk takes a minimalist approach to accessorizing.]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''01 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-10'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon/light-up spinning wrecking ball &amp; battle ram (Hasbro only), &quot;B.H.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : A smaller, more athletically-proportioned mold, ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise'']] Bulkhead now comes with a &quot;battle ram&quot; and a half-translucent cannon with a fully translucent wrecking ball on top, both of which can be mounted (via 5mm posts) on either his roof/back, arms, or hands. The ram itself features two peg-holes on top, the cannon has one on its side, and the wrecking ball has one at the top as well. When the cannon's back-mounted light/lever is pulled, the LED inside the weapon housing lights up red and swivels down, and the wrecking ball swings down towards the front of the cannon, wherein it spins and spins while being illuminated by the LED as a sort of &quot;Energon glow&quot;. As with other Robots in Disguise Voyager Class toys, the deployed weapon cannot lock into place. Interestingly, the [[mouthplate]] on his face is a separate, jointed, unpainted piece that can flip up to cover his face. Unfortunately, he lacks the lower half of his face, so there's nothing to see there.<br /> <br /> : His prototype [[stock photography]] lacks the Autobot symbol that's on his right shoulder-pad in the final product. His [[instructions]] also incorrectly show his completed vehicle mode's bumper with his crotch flap still flipped up, and they also neglect to mention that his door windows/shoulder pads can open up to help cover his shoulders.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead is cast in metallic plastic, features painted rims, and drops many of his other [[paint operation]]s in favor of customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s. He also has [[5mm post]]-holes added to his vehicle-mode doors as part of the [[Arms Micron]] [[gimmick]]. Instead of either of the accessories from the [[Hasbro]] version, he instead comes with his Arms Micron partner [[B.H.]], who transforms into a larger version of Bulkhead's wrecking ball, though with a short plastic chain with handle on one end, emulating [[Bulkhead (Animated)|''Animated'' Bulkhead's]] cable-tethered wrecking-ball weapon.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/Bulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro Voyager Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1540.html Arms Micron Bulkhead and B.H. at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:PrimeBeastHunterstoy-Bulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's the [[Brawn (G1)|brawniest]] [[Roadbuster (G1) | road-buster]] on this side of the galaxy!]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 007'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Dragon Grindor<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' toys.<br /> <br /> Beast Hunters Bulkhead will be smaller, and more knight-like in proporions. Instead<br /> of just green, Bulkhead will be cast in green, brown, and orange closer resembing<br /> Generation 1 Brawn, Roadbuster or BW Rhinox. BH Bulkhead will also include the <br /> &quot;Dragon Grindor&quot; whick can be spun at the push of a lever.<br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadtHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Tastes like cardboard! ...oh, it ''is'' cardboard.]] <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''5'''<br /> :Happy Meal Bulkhead is a nontransformable offroad vehicle! He comes with three paper discs which can be inserted under his hood. When the roof is pulled back, one is expelled. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:Bulkheadsmile.jpg|thumb|right|180px|It's really weird the longer you look at it.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderBulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Now properly desaturated, Bulkhead is ready for a role in ''War for Cybertron''.]]<br /> * Bulkhead is of course an homage to ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]], even using a wrecking ball-like mace.<br /> * When [[Derrick J. Wyatt]] was briefly brought in early in the design process of ''Prime'', Bulkhead was originally intended to be [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. However, as the show evolved, the writers said they realized that they were essentially writing a new Bulkhead, and the character was brought in.&lt;ref&gt;http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/site-updates-18/wtftfw-podcast-episode-123-with-derrick-j-wyatt-now-online-171018/ &lt;/ref&gt; Later, on a featurette on the ''Transformers: Prime Season 1'' Blu-Ray, [[Rik Alvarez]] admitted that because of the death of [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)| Dark of the Moon]]'', they didn't want to confuse kids with a living Ironhide.&lt;ref&gt;http:www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/transformers-prime-season-1-blu-ray-review-174448/&lt;/ref&gt; It's likely that the former story was a cover for the latter, for spoiler reasons.<br /> * For such a big guy, he runs really ''fast''.<br /> * Bulkhead's chin piece is actually a cover for his lower lip, as is evident whenever he smiles.<br /> * Bulkhead'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 Bulkhead parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop. While all the characters in the game are hue-shifted from their normal colorations, Bulkhead ended up noticeably less-different than his peers. <br /> <br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Bulkhead has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Berserk Mode''' (バーサークモード ''bāsākumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Seen on his box-back photo, in this mode Bulkhead holds the [[Nebula Scythe]], with [[R.A.]] attached to his right arm, [[B.2]] on his right shoulder, and [[C.L.]] attached to the mounting point behind his head.<br /> <br /> *'''Shootgize Galaxy Launcher''' (シュートジアイズガラクシーランチャー ''shūtojiaizugarakushiiranchā'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., Gora, O.P., Zori<br /> : Yyyyeah. Revealed in the ''[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]'' portion of &quot;[[Scrapheap (episode)|Freezing Transformation!? Terror of the Minicons]]&quot;, in this battle mode Bulkhead holds the [[Galaxy Launcher]] Super Combo Weapon, while he's also got O.P. on his left forearm, B.2 on his back, and inexplicably [[Gora]] on his right forearm with [[Zori]] also on his back. And as far as can be told, &quot;Shootgize&quot; seems to be a bad portmanteau of &quot;shoot&quot; and &quot;energize&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Bulkhead''' (バルクヘッド ''Barukuheddo'')<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [http://www.hubworld.com/transformers/shows/prime/characters/bulkhead Bulkhead's character page @ Hubworld.com]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wreckers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

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<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Bulkhead}}<br /> {{faction|autobot|wreckers}}<br /> :''Bulkhead is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Prime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Miss me?]]<br /> '''Bulkhead''' looks huge and menacing, but he's only the former. Once you get to know him, he has a gentle soul. He's afraid of hurting things smaller and more fragile than him, but his new [[human]] friend, [[Miko Nakadai]], has helped him grow past that. He has a low tolerance for jerks and bullies, and is quite happy to let people like that stew in the trouble they've made for themselves, but his better impulses—or at least, needling from those around him—always sway him into helping in the end.<br /> <br /> {{quote|After a long road trip, feels good to get out of the car, stretch my legs, and kick some tailpipe!|Bulkhead on crushin' Cons|''[[Convoy (episode)|Convoy]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Exiles''===<br /> Bulkhead was a Wrecker and one of the last Autobots to get on the [[Ark (WFC)|''Ark'']]. While the ship and its crew were stranded on the planet [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]], Bulkhead complained that he was left behind while [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]], and [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] voyaged to the tomb of [[Solus Prime]].<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[Image:PrimeComicBulkhead.jpg|Right|thumb|200px|]]<br /> Bulkhead was present at the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]] when [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] arrived for the first time. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Transformers: Prime}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)|[[Takashi Nagasako]] (Japanese), [[Karl Schulz]] (German), [[Pietro Ubaldi]] (Italian), [[Yeong-Ung Jeong]] (Korean), [[Salvador Serrano]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Salvador Reyes]] (Latin American-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> Originally Bulkhead was a construction worker. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} During the [[Great War (Prime)|Great War]], he joined the [[Wrecker]]s, and battled alongside [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] and many others. {{storylink|Con Job}} He also had a rivalry with [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Bulkhead left the Wreckers early on in the war to join [[Team Prime]]. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> Soon after the Autobots arrived on Earth, Bulkhead accidentally stepped into some power lines. Arcee was impressed with the dance he did as a consequence. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Primevehicle.jpg|left|thumb|200px|And then [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s engineers get a headache.]]<br /> Bulkhead was pulled away from a woodland area to back up [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]], but when the team arrived at the battle site, Cliffjumper and the [[Decepticon]]s were gone. Sometime later, Bulkhead scared off some [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicon]]s, who were fighting [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bulkhead returned to base, and was there when three humans were brought in. Miko questioned him at length about how cool he was. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} During a subsequent visit by Agent [[William Fowler|Fowler]], Bulkhead crushed one of [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]]'s tools as part of a demonstration, much to his comrade's annoyance. Bulkhead was part of the ultimately unsuccessful mission to retrieve Cliffjumper from a Decepticon [[energon]] mine. After they returned to base empty-handed, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]] assigned Bulkhead to watch over [[Miko Nakadai]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising3_disembulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|250px|''No'', Bulky, the slogan is get some ''nuts''!]]<br /> Miko managed to persuade Bulkhead to do some off-roading on the way back to base. Once there, Optimus and Ratchet left on a mission, placing Arcee in charge. Arcee promptly left to go patrolling with Bumblebee, leaving Bulkhead in charge. During an impromptu visit by Fowler, Bulkhead managed to prevent him reporting the three kids, but when Fowler was subsequently captured by the Decepticons, Bulkhead was compelled to mount a rescue mission. He [[GroundBridge]]d to the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'', only to find the three kids had followed him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising4-BulkheadandMiko.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Be thankful she didn't do more than heave on your car parts.]]<br /> After trying to make sure the kids were safe, Bulkhead climbed aboard the ''Nemesis'' and began trashing Decepticons before discovering Miko had stowed away inside his chest compartment. Inside the ship, the pair eventually ran into Arcee and Bumblebee, who'd rescued Jack and Raf from some more guards. The three Autobots stuck the kids in a store room while they located Fowler in the brig and chased off [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]. Mission accomplished, they returned to base, where Optimus told off Bulkhead. After Jack decided he was better off without the Autobots in his life, Bulkhead took Miko to visit him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-BulkheadMiko.jpg|thumb|250px|D'awwww.]]<br /> Once the Autobots pinpointed the location of the Decepticon [[space bridge]] in orbit, Optimus, Arcee, Bumblebee and Bulkhead traveled there by GroundBridge, though the height made Bulkhead nervous. They battled hordes of flying Decepticons, until [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] figured out a way to destroy the space bridge, and Arcee, Bulkhead and Bumblebee did so while Optimus kept [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] busy. They safely GroundBridged back to Earth moments before the explosion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead assisted Miko with her science project, holding up her model of the solar system so she could paint it. Unfortunately Ratchet decided to take over the project, relegating Bulkhead to the role of transport. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee brought a strange pod back from the [[Arctic]] with them. It later turned out the pod contained [[Scraplet]]s, which Bulkhead was particularly frightened by, and Miko was amused by him screaming like a little girl as they hunted for the critters. There turned out to be too many for the Autobots to deal with, but after the kids repaired an energon fuel line for the GroundBridge, Bulkhead used himself as bait to draw them through to the Arctic, where they froze. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ConJob-Fistbump.jpg|thumb|300px|left|&quot;Guy love, that's all it is, Guy love, He's mine, I'm his, there's nothing gay about it in our eyes.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack arrived on Earth, however Wheeljack's uncharacteristic silence during Bulkhead's war stories made the latter Autobot suspicious. After Bulkhead questioned Wheeljack on the [[Battle of Darkmount Pass]] and Wheeljack got an important detail wrong, the new arrival was unmasked as a Decepticon imposter. The real Wheeljack arrived and he and Bulkhead threw the imposter out via the GroundBridge. Bulkhead turned down Wheeljack's offer to go exploring the galaxy. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Bulkheadmace.jpg|thumb|300px|&quot;You go on, Bulk, we'll cover the rear.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead took part in a convoy when Fowler needed transport for a hi-tech [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]] device. When the convoy was attacked by [[MECH]], he reluctantly remained in vehicle mode in accordance with Optimus's orders, but when they were attacked by flying Vehicons, the Autobots were forced to use their robot modes anyway. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead chastised Miko for neglecting her education, and when an energon trace was detected in [[Greece]], he attempted to use the mission as an educational field trip. Their education was cut short as Bulkhead's old enemy Breakdown arrived and the pair fought. Back at base, he alerted the other Autobots to the [[Energon Harvester]] he'd seen depicted in an ancient fresco, and the device was soon tracked down to a museum. The Autobots surrounded the museum while the kids were sent in to steal the Harvester, and fought [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and Breakdown. The Decepticons got away with the Harvester. Bulkhead went alone to Greece, where he managed to single-handedly defeat Knock Out, Breakdown, and Starscream, destroying the Harvester in the process. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OutHead-BulkheadBreakdown.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Wheeljack is gonna be so jealous.]]<br /> Bulkhead covered poorly for [[Jack Darby|Jack]] and Bumblebee when the pair went street racing, and was forced to go with Arcee to find them. He got to fight Breakdown again, flattening the Decepticon with a lamp post. {{storylink|Speed Metal}} Bumblebee and Bulkhead played basketball together in the base, though Bumblebee's behavior was very odd. Bulkhead, Optimus and Arcee traveled to the Arctic to find a lens the Decepticons had stolen from a telescope in [[Hawaii]], and ended up tangling with a heat ray the Decepticons had built with it. They succeeded in destroying it, though it turned out Megatron had been resurrected in the meantime. {{storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Ratchet to investigate a [[Dark Energon]] reading and found Starscream attempting to resurrect [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]]. During the following ruckus, the Autobots found the kids had followed them and tried to send them back to base, only for them to disappear in a GroundBridge accident. It was only when Bulkhead spotted a text message on [[Miko's phone]] that Ratchet could engineer a way to get the kids back from the [[shadowzone (dimension)|other dimension]] they were trapped in. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TFPep16DoubleCreatureFeature.jpeg|right|thumb|300px|So, uh, do you like [[David Kaye]]'s mom [[Bill Fagerbakke|too]]?]]<br /> During an altercation with Breakdown on the [[Kamchatka Peninsula]], Bulkhead was knocked out and Breakdown abducted by MECH. Bulkhead stayed off Optimus's mission to rescue the Decepticon, but Miko persuaded him to go alone. GroundBridging to [[Russia]], Bulkhead forcibly infiltrated the MECH base and rescued Breakdown, though he was forced to pummel both Breakdown and Starscream when the Decepticon jet turned up and ordered Breakdown to destroy Bulkhead. {{Storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Bulkhead was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:MetalAttraction-stuck.jpg|left|thumb|250px|]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee, inadvertently joined by Miko, investigated a magnetic disturbance. They came across Breakdown and [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] fighting over a [[polarity gauntlet]], and during the battle, Bulkhead and Arcee were magnetically fused together by the device. They followed the Decepticons to an abandoned gas station, where another fight broke out, and the two Autobots came unstuck. Airachnid tried to escape in her helicopter form, but Bulkhead grabbed her and threw her at Breakdown. He and Arcee returned to base triumphantly with the gauntlet. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:RockBottom-Bulkheadpassion.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's raise the roof!]]<br /> Arcee and Bulkhead investigated an [[Stripped energon mine|abandoned energon mine]] with the kids. Bulkhead protected Miko from a cave in, but ended up having to support the ceiling. Miko banged a rock on his foot to attract help, but instead they were found by Starscream. Things looked grim for Bulkhead until Arcee came to his rescue, and the two Autobots and the kids escaped the mine. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Bulkhead joined the others in investigating a [[Harbinger|wrecked Decepticon ship]] and found Starscream all webbed up. Offering to defect, Starscream pointed them to the other half of the crashed ship, where they were attacked by Airachnid, wielding an [[Immobilizer|experimental Decepticon weapon]] that froze Bulkhead in his tracks. Bulkhead was locked in position until the Autobots retrieved the weapon and Ratchet used it to unfreeze him. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TMI-Mikojogsmemories.jpg|thumb|left|300px|This is art!]]<br /> Miko and Bulkhead sneaked into a monster truck rally together. A week or so later, during a mission to secure a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]], Miko accidentally discharged the cylinder into Bulkhead's brain. Though at first Bulkhead seemed fine, he began writing complex equations for synthetic energon, and it rapidly became clear that the cylinder's energy was overwriting his mind. While the other Autobots attempted to secure the cylinder, Miko tried to help Bulkhead retain his memories by taking him to the monster truck track. They were found there by Knock Out and Breakdown, who tried to take Bulkhead's head, but during the attempt, Miko again triggered the energy to discharge from Bulkhead into the sky. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state until Miko managed to wake him with her guitar playing. {{storylink|T.M.I.}}<br /> <br /> During an energon shortage, Bulkhead and the other Autobots took part in a number of missions to try to intercept the Decepticon energon shipments. When Ratchet developed [[Synthetic Energon]] and tried it on himself, the medic was amped up enough to knock Bulkhead through a wall. Their medic accompanied them on another mission, but his changes in personality began to concern Bulkhead and the others. After he knocked Bulkhead flying and went off on his own, the other Autobots were forced to track him down before he could damage himself. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots attempted to stop the Decepticons stealing a space bridge power supply from a military base. When Raf was gravely injured, Optimus and Bulkhead went on alone, stealthily infiltrating the ''Nemesis'' and Bulkhead bridged back to base with the power supply while Optimus went after Megatron. Bulkhead watched as Ratchet and [[June Darby]] fought to save Raf's life. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} As the Autobots attempted to rescue Optimus from a zone flooded with Dark Energon, Bulkhead kept Megatron busy while the others pulled Optimus out. Back at base, the Autobots and their human friends puzzled over the natural disasters suddenly plaguing Earth, and discovered that [[Unicron]] resided at the center of the Earth. Bulkhead and the others began investigating the sites of the earthquakes that had struck when the Dark Energon volcano erupted. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead, Arcee and Bumblebee came to Optimus's aid as he battled stone Unicron avatars. To their great surprise, help came in the form of Megatron, who offered to help them fight Unicron. Together with the Decepticon leader, the Autobots stepped through the GroundBridge into Earth's core. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}} Though Bulkhead was hampered by the influence of the Dark Energon, and during their fight against [[Unicron's antibodies]] almost fell from the walkway, they reached Unicron's spark chamber. Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee stayed outside to fend off the antibodies. Following Unicron's defeat, they entered the spark chamber, only for Optimus to fail to recognize them, and they had to GroundBridge back to base without him. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots puzzled over how to get their leader back but made little progress. When Fowler warned them of an attack on a military base, Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee went to try and deal with it, but Knock Out and Breakdown succeeded in getting away with the power source they needed. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} Bulkhead and the others scoured the globe for the space bridge, but it wasn't until Ratchet and Bulkhead were contacted by a wounded Starscream that they obtained information on the space bridges location. The Autobots stormed the energon mine housing the space bridge and secured it so that they could send Jack and Arcee to Cybertron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} Ratchet, Bulkhead and Bumblebee monitored Jack's progress from the Earth end of the space bridge. When Megatron arrived to take back control, Bulkhead attacked him and was easily thrown aside, twice. Luckily it all turned out, and Bulkhead and the others returned to base with Optimus Prime restored. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OperationBumblebee2-Forge.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Nope. Not even using the &quot;hammer time&quot; reference.]]<br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee were responding to an ancient Autobot signal separately, but when Bulkhead arrived, he found Bumblebee unable to transform as his [[transformation cog|T-cog]] had been taken. They quickly worked out MECH was responsible. Bumblebee later talked Bulkhead into taking him on another mission, on which they ran into Knock Out and Breakdown. Bulkhead got to fight his arch-nemesis again while Bumblebee chased Knock Out. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} He almost had to perform T-cog transplant surgery, but was judged unfit by Ratchet. He did get to go on an artifact retrieval mission, and spent some time hitting Breakdown before getting hold of the [[Forge of Solus Prime]] and using it to knock the Decepticon flying. Unfortunately moments later Bulkhead was bushwhacked by Megatron who got away with the Forge. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Wheeljack works on bomb.jpg|left|thumb|250px|For once [[Wheeljack (Prime)|I'm]] not the one under threat of [[Wheeljack (G1)|explosions]].]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack returned to Earth, but when his fellow Wrecker decided to recklessly go after [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Bulkhead opted to go along. The encounter ended with Bulkhead a hostage with a bomb on his chest as a lure to draw out Optimus. Though Wheeljack tried to defuse the bomb, Bulkhead opted to go the self-sacrifice route, and was only stopped from doing so by Wheeljack, who had realized Optimus was right. Wheeljack and Optimus forced Dreadwing into defusing the bomb, saving Bulkhead's life. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}} Bulkhead accompanied Ratchet as they got more information from Starscream. This led to an Optimus-led mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]]. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Though they trashed a bunch of Vehicons, Megatron and Dreadwing escaped them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> When Fowler was attacked by a truck resembling Optimus, Bulkhead caught his car after it plunged from a bridge. Back at base, they soon established that the truck was a MECH-created clone of Optimus and began searching for the MECH base. Though they located the hideout, [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] took them out one by one, and after Optimus dealt with the situation, the Autobots returned to base for repairs. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} Responding to an energon signal, Bulkhead accidentally got himself beamed up to the Decepticon warship. After encountering and offlining Starscream (or [[Starscream clone (Prime)|a near approximation]]), and narrowly avoiding Megatron, he found the ship's power core and disabled it with his wrecking ball. The ship crashed, allowing him to disembark and drive back to base, where he found the others had captured Airachnid. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in an attack on it with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]], only to be put into stasis by its weapons. He recovered back at base when the kids disabled the ship. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> Having found the locations of four artifacts, the Autobots started going on missions to retrieve them. {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} Bulkhead was sent through the Groundbridge to retrieve one of the artifacts. {{storylink|Triangulation}} He landed up in a volcanic area near the equator and was first subjected to combat with the Insecticon [[Hardshell]]. After defeating the Decepticon, he discovered that the relic he was after was [[Tox-En]]. Leaving a grenade and a false trail for the Insecticons to follow, he carried the Tox-En up a nearby volcano to dispose of it only for the Insecticons caught up with him as he reached the top. Bulkhead managed to overcome the trio and destroy the Tox-En, but as he was stepping back through the GroundBridge, Hardshell shot him from behind, and his smoking body was flung through the bridge into the Autobot base. {{Storylink|Toxicity}}<br /> <br /> Ratchet worked frantically to save him, and eventually succeeded. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state, with Ratchet unwilling to operate further until he regained some strength. {{storylink|Hurt}} Bulkhead later regained consciousness and was even able to take a few steps, with the help of Miko acting as drill sergeant. {{storylink|Out of the Past}} His recovery continued to be slow, and when [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] arrived, he was convinced the others were trying to replace him, despite their assurances otherwise. During another mission, Bulkhead tried to convince Ratchet to let him go help, but after Smokescreen went instead and made the mission a success, Bulkhead admitted that the new Autobot did well, then sadly dragged himself back to his quarters. {{storylink|New Recruit}}<br /> <br /> He continued to pressure Ratchet to let him go back into combat, and was annoyed by Smokescreen's suggestion that he could use the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]] as a &quot;crutch&quot;. Finally his badgering paid off when Ratchet was convinced to let him help, though Ratchet sent him to protect Raf who was trying to hack into a satellite. Bulkhead arrived just in time to stop what he assumed was Breakdown from destroying Raf's house, but was shocked to discover that Breakdown was being controlled by Silas—now calling himself &quot;Cylas&quot;—and found his injuries were still hampering his fighting ability. When Smokescreen helped him defeat &quot;Cylas&quot;, he gained a new respect for the newbie, especially when he learned that Smokescreen studied the Wreckers mission reports. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was part of a Team Prime mission to search for an Iacon relic that turned out to be a wild goose chase set up by Megatron. They soon found the real prize—the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy}} He, Arcee and Bumblebee were happy when they learned they might soon be able to return Cybertron, but quickly realized there would be a downside in that they would have to leave their friends on Earth behind. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:HardKnocksBulkheadDreadwing.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Not the face [[Tony Todd|again]]!!!]]<br /> Smokescreen and Bulkhead were sent to find one of the Omega Keys, and Bulkhead sent his companion after the key while he faced Dreadwing. During the fight, Bulkhead managed to get the better of the Decepticon and used Dreadwing's own bomb against him. Unfortunately the key was taken by [[Starscream (WFC)|parties]] unknown. The Autobots later discovered that Smokescreen was the final relic, but located their friend too late to save him from the Decepticons. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Bulkhead accompanied Optimus and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only for them to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead found himself in a tricky position when Miko assumed that she'd be coming to Cybertron with the Autobots. He equipped himself with the [[Immobilizer]] when the Autobots traveled to Cybertron, and employed the weapon during the battle against the Decepticons, enabling them to regain the Omega Keys. The Autobots located the [[Omega Lock]], only for the Decepticons to unveil their trump card in the form of the three kids as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was forced to hand over his key in exchange for Miko. After Optimus destroyed the Omega Lock to prevent Megatron destroying Earth, Bulkhead returned with the others to base, only to find that the Decepticons were attacking it. The Autobots were forced to abandon base, and Bulkhead and Miko bridged to a point somewhere in the US. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.1 Ratchet Bulkhead practise.jpg|thumb|left|200px|&quot;I need practise like Optimus needs a face.&quot;]]<br /> As Ratchet unveiled the [[Safe]], Bulkhead was unimpressed that he thought they needed more training. He threw himself into it though, deciding that the best defense was to smash everything he could. In doing so, he inadvertently uncovered and activated a nuclear missile which had been hidden in the base. Unimpressed, Optimus ordered him to hold up the ceiling while Ratchet and Raf dealt with the missile's warhead. Afterwards, Ratchet suggested Bulkhead and Raf design a new Safe. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took the other Autobots, including Bulkhead, on a trip to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead struggled to decorate a [[Christmas]] tree, while enduring a mocking from Arcee and Jack. When Fowler arrived with the news that the Decepticons had taken over a [[Yamal|nuclear-powered ship]], Bulkhead offered him a &quot;Cybertron-size&quot; mince pie. He and Arcee were left to mind the base with the kids while the other went to deal with the Decepticon problem, and the kids suggested the pair try to find something they had in common. They eventually discovered their mutual love of ice skating, and turned the base into an ice rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead played ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' with Raf, until suddenly the game put Raf into a hypnotic trance and made him open the GroundBridge. Bulkhead was sure he'd get blamed for this somehow, and explained to Optimus that it was only a ''minor'' problem, but moments later the Vehicons started coming through. Bulkhead fought them alongside the other Autobots until Raf was able to loop the GroundBridge, sucking the Decepticons back through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}}<br /> <br /> [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] woke Bulkhead with the news that the [[President of the United States]] had been kidnapped. Bulkhead and the rest of the Autobots visited the [[Grand Canyon]] where he and Ratchet protected [[Air Force One]] while the others defeated Starscream and rescued the President. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.9 Bumblebee and Bulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|200px|&quot;Don't be like that, Bumblebee. I didn't mean to eat the last [[chocolate-covered wheel-nut]].&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee headed to [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]] after the Autobots lost contact with Optimus Prime. They found [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and a bunch of Vehicons feeding Optimus's body into a crusher but were overcome by the Decepticons before they could rescue him. Luckily Optimus came to his senses in time. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} Bulkhead and Bumblebee retrieved Knock Out's [[neuron refractor]] from China, unaware that a MECH agent had stowed away in it. During [[Novo|Agent Novo]]'s escape from the Autobot base, Bulkhead was almost hit by grenades, and Novo kidnapped Miko. The Autobots searched for Miko, and located the MECH base in time for Novo, now occupying a mechanoid body, to return Miko. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> After Jack's demonstration of bobbing for apples, Bulkhead bobbed for engine blocks. He accompanied Optimus Prime to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, but wasn't much help in fighting [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]]'s forces there. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} Following a successful solo mission to destroy a Decepticon energon store, Bulkhead was ambushed in the [[Alaska]]n forest by Megatron's forces. He was taken back to the ''Nemesis'', where Megatron stuck him in an [[Ultra Prison]], a device which would slowly erase his mind. Luckily Bulkhead had an emergency connection to [[Miko's phone]], and the alerted Autobots brought the three kids to the ship to rescue him. Later Miko said he could thank her by treating her to some monster truck rally. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]], and did an admirable job at protecting the rear with his wrecking ball. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Commercial appearances===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was phoned up by the human [[wikipedia:Strawberry Shortcake|Strawberry Shortcake]], who invited him to the Berryfest Princess Parade to have glittery sparkles dumped on him. Unable to get a word in edgewise, he told Optimus that the call was for him. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|Strawberry Shortcake and Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Megatron joined Strawberry and the [[My Little Pony|ponies]] Applejack, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash in scatting &quot;[[wikipedia:Deck the Halls|Deck the Halls]]&quot;. Bulkhead's extended scat sequence, however, did not find favor among the Autobots or Megatron, causing him to awkwardly laugh it off. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers}} Undeterred, Bulkhead rejoined this multiversal musical grouping in singing &quot;[[wikipedia:Jingle Bells|Jingle Bells]]&quot;. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers (Second spot)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] retrieved some Cybertronian weapons, Bulkhead spent hours in the desert fruitlessly trying to get one of them to work. Just as he was about to give up, he was abruptly attacked by [[Ripclaw (Prime)|Ripclaw]], who inflicted a [[mech venom]] sting on him. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 9}}<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game bulkhead.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's hope those aren't truck nutz.]]<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-BulkheadTakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Any color green is good, right?]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (First Edition Voyager, 2011/2012)<br /> **''Number:'' '''002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[December 28|12-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Energon]] battle mace&quot;, stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Voyager Class toys, Bulkhead transforms into a truck. He comes with an &quot;energon battle mace&quot; that can either [[5mm post|peg]] into his hands, or replace one of his hands when either is flipped into his arm, thus switching it out for a wrist peg-hole. These peg-holes also have additional sculpted detail matching the [[Character model|animation model]] of Bulkhead's stubby arm-blasters, should one choose to use them as such. The mace itself features a plain peg-hole at the top, and is stored in vehicle mode by pegging it onto the trunk. The patch of clear black [[light-piping]] plastic ([[Gang-molding|gang-molded]] to the rest of his [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] clear black parts) on his head is neutered by having his eyes painted, in equally show-accurate light blue. As with all First Edition toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : In an effort for him to fit in his [[packaging]], he is usually mis-transformed: the panel on his back is hinged up to his head, while the wheels connected to his panel-chest, normally splayed out as a pair of &quot;[[Kibble|wings]]&quot; and tabbed into the sides of the back panel, are left folded up and untabbed on his sides. His headlights, normally swiveled and angled up on his chest, are also left untransformed. The large panel (with the [[Kibble#&quot;Faux-parts&quot;|fake sculpted grille]]) underneath his hinged hood pieces also isn't tabbed to the black sliding &quot;spine&quot; behind it, with the results being that his crotch piece tabs only lightly to his waist, detaches easily, dislodges when the front bumper is hinged forward into the indent on its back, and that many packaged Bulkheads are encountered with their flies open. <br /> <br /> : The Japanese [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead features darker green plastic and paint.<br /> <br /> : First Edition Bulkhead never made it to shelves in the United States in the initial run, forcing US fans to import the Hasbro version from Canada. Later, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] would pick up Bulkhead, along with most of the rest of the First Edition line, as part of a huge block of [[exclusive]]s for the US market.<br /> <br /> : This mold would have also been [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed to make ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Brawn (G1)#Generations|Brawn]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro ''First Edition'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2blog.net/blog-entry-1373.html TakaraTomy's First Edition Bulkhead at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeCyberverse-Bulkhead-TakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''EZ-08'''<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Battle mace&quot;<br /> <br /> : ''[[Cyberverse]]'' Bulkhead features translucent plastic panels on his hood, roof, and robot back so that the toy can be illuminated by the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with a translucent blue &quot;battle mace&quot; weapon which features four [[C joint|3mm post]]s and three post-holes all over, allowing it to combine with other Cyberverse weapons, be held/mounted into holes on his hands, arms, shoulders/vehicle rear, and roof, or store on his back in robot mode. The [[Hasbro]] release features a pack-in file card.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on ''Cyberverse'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CyberverseBattleTactics}}<br /> *'''Battle Tactics Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 009'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon<br /> <br /> : Released in the fourth wave of ''Cyberverse'' Commander Class figures, Battle Tactics Bulkhead is a [[redeco]] of his ''Cyberverse'' toy, coming in black with bright blue highlights. Instead of his battle mace, he has a clear-plastic cannon resembling his in-show cannon-barrel. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/BTBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Battle Tactics Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Bulkhead's been working out, even taking some advice from [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] about tricking out his truck.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy BulkheadVoyagerTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Meanwhile, in Japan, Bulk takes a minimalist approach to accessorizing.]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''01 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-10'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon/light-up spinning wrecking ball &amp; battle ram (Hasbro only), &quot;B.H.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : A smaller, more athletically-proportioned mold, ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise'']] Bulkhead now comes with a &quot;battle ram&quot; and a half-translucent cannon with a fully translucent wrecking ball on top, both of which can be mounted (via 5mm posts) on either his roof/back, arms, or hands. The ram itself features two peg-holes on top, the cannon has one on its side, and the wrecking ball has one at the top as well. When the cannon's back-mounted light/lever is pulled, the LED inside the weapon housing lights up red and swivels down, and the wrecking ball swings down towards the front of the cannon, wherein it spins and spins while being illuminated by the LED as a sort of &quot;Energon glow&quot;. As with other Robots in Disguise Voyager Class toys, the deployed weapon cannot lock into place. Interestingly, the [[mouthplate]] on his face is a separate, jointed, unpainted piece that can flip up to cover his face. Unfortunately, he lacks the lower half of his face, so there's nothing to see there.<br /> <br /> : His prototype [[stock photography]] lacks the Autobot symbol that's on his right shoulder-pad in the final product. His [[instructions]] also incorrectly show his completed vehicle mode's bumper with his crotch flap still flipped up, and they also neglect to mention that his door windows/shoulder pads can open up to help cover his shoulders.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead is cast in metallic plastic, features painted rims, and drops many of his other [[paint operation]]s in favor of customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s. He also has [[5mm post]]-holes added to his vehicle-mode doors as part of the [[Arms Micron]] [[gimmick]]. Instead of either of the accessories from the [[Hasbro]] version, he instead comes with his Arms Micron partner [[B.H.]], who transforms into a larger version of Bulkhead's wrecking ball, though with a short plastic chain with handle on one end, emulating [[Bulkhead (Animated)|''Animated'' Bulkhead's]] cable-tethered wrecking-ball weapon.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/Bulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro Voyager Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1540.html Arms Micron Bulkhead and B.H. at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:PrimeBeastHunterstoy-Bulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's the [[Brawn (G1)|brawniest]] [[Roadbuster (G1) | road-buster]] on this side of the galaxy!]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 007'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Dragon Grindor<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' toys.<br /> <br /> Beast Hunters Bulkhead will be smaller, and more knight-like in proporions. Instead of just green,<br /> Bulkhead will be cast in green, brown, and orange, closer resembling Generation 1 Brawn, Roadbuster,<br /> or BW Rhinox. BH Bulkhead will include the &quot;Dragon Grindor&quot; which can be spun at the push of a lever.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadtHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Tastes like cardboard! ...oh, it ''is'' cardboard.]] <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''5'''<br /> :Happy Meal Bulkhead is a nontransformable offroad vehicle! He comes with three paper discs which can be inserted under his hood. When the roof is pulled back, one is expelled. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:Bulkheadsmile.jpg|thumb|right|180px|It's really weird the longer you look at it.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderBulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Now properly desaturated, Bulkhead is ready for a role in ''War for Cybertron''.]]<br /> * Bulkhead is of course an homage to ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]], even using a wrecking ball-like mace.<br /> * When [[Derrick J. Wyatt]] was briefly brought in early in the design process of ''Prime'', Bulkhead was originally intended to be [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. However, as the show evolved, the writers said they realized that they were essentially writing a new Bulkhead, and the character was brought in.&lt;ref&gt;http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/site-updates-18/wtftfw-podcast-episode-123-with-derrick-j-wyatt-now-online-171018/ &lt;/ref&gt; Later, on a featurette on the ''Transformers: Prime Season 1'' Blu-Ray, [[Rik Alvarez]] admitted that because of the death of [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)| Dark of the Moon]]'', they didn't want to confuse kids with a living Ironhide.&lt;ref&gt;http:www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/transformers-prime-season-1-blu-ray-review-174448/&lt;/ref&gt; It's likely that the former story was a cover for the latter, for spoiler reasons.<br /> * For such a big guy, he runs really ''fast''.<br /> * Bulkhead's chin piece is actually a cover for his lower lip, as is evident whenever he smiles.<br /> * Bulkhead'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 Bulkhead parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop. While all the characters in the game are hue-shifted from their normal colorations, Bulkhead ended up noticeably less-different than his peers. <br /> <br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Bulkhead has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Berserk Mode''' (バーサークモード ''bāsākumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Seen on his box-back photo, in this mode Bulkhead holds the [[Nebula Scythe]], with [[R.A.]] attached to his right arm, [[B.2]] on his right shoulder, and [[C.L.]] attached to the mounting point behind his head.<br /> <br /> *'''Shootgize Galaxy Launcher''' (シュートジアイズガラクシーランチャー ''shūtojiaizugarakushiiranchā'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., Gora, O.P., Zori<br /> : Yyyyeah. Revealed in the ''[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]'' portion of &quot;[[Scrapheap (episode)|Freezing Transformation!? Terror of the Minicons]]&quot;, in this battle mode Bulkhead holds the [[Galaxy Launcher]] Super Combo Weapon, while he's also got O.P. on his left forearm, B.2 on his back, and inexplicably [[Gora]] on his right forearm with [[Zori]] also on his back. And as far as can be told, &quot;Shootgize&quot; seems to be a bad portmanteau of &quot;shoot&quot; and &quot;energize&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Bulkhead''' (バルクヘッド ''Barukuheddo'')<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [http://www.hubworld.com/transformers/shows/prime/characters/bulkhead Bulkhead's character page @ Hubworld.com]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wreckers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

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<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Bulkhead}}<br /> {{faction|autobot|wreckers}}<br /> :''Bulkhead is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Prime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Miss me?]]<br /> '''Bulkhead''' looks huge and menacing, but he's only the former. Once you get to know him, he has a gentle soul. He's afraid of hurting things smaller and more fragile than him, but his new [[human]] friend, [[Miko Nakadai]], has helped him grow past that. He has a low tolerance for jerks and bullies, and is quite happy to let people like that stew in the trouble they've made for themselves, but his better impulses—or at least, needling from those around him—always sway him into helping in the end.<br /> <br /> {{quote|After a long road trip, feels good to get out of the car, stretch my legs, and kick some tailpipe!|Bulkhead on crushin' Cons|''[[Convoy (episode)|Convoy]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Exiles''===<br /> Bulkhead was a Wrecker and one of the last Autobots to get on the [[Ark (WFC)|''Ark'']]. While the ship and its crew were stranded on the planet [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]], Bulkhead complained that he was left behind while [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]], and [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] voyaged to the tomb of [[Solus Prime]].<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[Image:PrimeComicBulkhead.jpg|Right|thumb|200px|]]<br /> Bulkhead was present at the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]] when [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] arrived for the first time. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Transformers: Prime}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)|[[Takashi Nagasako]] (Japanese), [[Karl Schulz]] (German), [[Pietro Ubaldi]] (Italian), [[Yeong-Ung Jeong]] (Korean), [[Salvador Serrano]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Salvador Reyes]] (Latin American-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> Originally Bulkhead was a construction worker. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} During the [[Great War (Prime)|Great War]], he joined the [[Wrecker]]s, and battled alongside [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] and many others. {{storylink|Con Job}} He also had a rivalry with [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Bulkhead left the Wreckers early on in the war to join [[Team Prime]]. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> Soon after the Autobots arrived on Earth, Bulkhead accidentally stepped into some power lines. Arcee was impressed with the dance he did as a consequence. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Primevehicle.jpg|left|thumb|200px|And then [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s engineers get a headache.]]<br /> Bulkhead was pulled away from a woodland area to back up [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]], but when the team arrived at the battle site, Cliffjumper and the [[Decepticon]]s were gone. Sometime later, Bulkhead scared off some [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicon]]s, who were fighting [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bulkhead returned to base, and was there when three humans were brought in. Miko questioned him at length about how cool he was. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} During a subsequent visit by Agent [[William Fowler|Fowler]], Bulkhead crushed one of [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]]'s tools as part of a demonstration, much to his comrade's annoyance. Bulkhead was part of the ultimately unsuccessful mission to retrieve Cliffjumper from a Decepticon [[energon]] mine. After they returned to base empty-handed, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]] assigned Bulkhead to watch over [[Miko Nakadai]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising3_disembulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|250px|''No'', Bulky, the slogan is get some ''nuts''!]]<br /> Miko managed to persuade Bulkhead to do some off-roading on the way back to base. Once there, Optimus and Ratchet left on a mission, placing Arcee in charge. Arcee promptly left to go patrolling with Bumblebee, leaving Bulkhead in charge. During an impromptu visit by Fowler, Bulkhead managed to prevent him reporting the three kids, but when Fowler was subsequently captured by the Decepticons, Bulkhead was compelled to mount a rescue mission. He [[GroundBridge]]d to the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'', only to find the three kids had followed him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising4-BulkheadandMiko.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Be thankful she didn't do more than heave on your car parts.]]<br /> After trying to make sure the kids were safe, Bulkhead climbed aboard the ''Nemesis'' and began trashing Decepticons before discovering Miko had stowed away inside his chest compartment. Inside the ship, the pair eventually ran into Arcee and Bumblebee, who'd rescued Jack and Raf from some more guards. The three Autobots stuck the kids in a store room while they located Fowler in the brig and chased off [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]. Mission accomplished, they returned to base, where Optimus told off Bulkhead. After Jack decided he was better off without the Autobots in his life, Bulkhead took Miko to visit him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-BulkheadMiko.jpg|thumb|250px|D'awwww.]]<br /> Once the Autobots pinpointed the location of the Decepticon [[space bridge]] in orbit, Optimus, Arcee, Bumblebee and Bulkhead traveled there by GroundBridge, though the height made Bulkhead nervous. They battled hordes of flying Decepticons, until [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] figured out a way to destroy the space bridge, and Arcee, Bulkhead and Bumblebee did so while Optimus kept [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] busy. They safely GroundBridged back to Earth moments before the explosion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead assisted Miko with her science project, holding up her model of the solar system so she could paint it. Unfortunately Ratchet decided to take over the project, relegating Bulkhead to the role of transport. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee brought a strange pod back from the [[Arctic]] with them. It later turned out the pod contained [[Scraplet]]s, which Bulkhead was particularly frightened by, and Miko was amused by him screaming like a little girl as they hunted for the critters. There turned out to be too many for the Autobots to deal with, but after the kids repaired an energon fuel line for the GroundBridge, Bulkhead used himself as bait to draw them through to the Arctic, where they froze. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ConJob-Fistbump.jpg|thumb|300px|left|&quot;Guy love, that's all it is, Guy love, He's mine, I'm his, there's nothing gay about it in our eyes.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack arrived on Earth, however Wheeljack's uncharacteristic silence during Bulkhead's war stories made the latter Autobot suspicious. After Bulkhead questioned Wheeljack on the [[Battle of Darkmount Pass]] and Wheeljack got an important detail wrong, the new arrival was unmasked as a Decepticon imposter. The real Wheeljack arrived and he and Bulkhead threw the imposter out via the GroundBridge. Bulkhead turned down Wheeljack's offer to go exploring the galaxy. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Bulkheadmace.jpg|thumb|300px|&quot;You go on, Bulk, we'll cover the rear.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead took part in a convoy when Fowler needed transport for a hi-tech [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]] device. When the convoy was attacked by [[MECH]], he reluctantly remained in vehicle mode in accordance with Optimus's orders, but when they were attacked by flying Vehicons, the Autobots were forced to use their robot modes anyway. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead chastised Miko for neglecting her education, and when an energon trace was detected in [[Greece]], he attempted to use the mission as an educational field trip. Their education was cut short as Bulkhead's old enemy Breakdown arrived and the pair fought. Back at base, he alerted the other Autobots to the [[Energon Harvester]] he'd seen depicted in an ancient fresco, and the device was soon tracked down to a museum. The Autobots surrounded the museum while the kids were sent in to steal the Harvester, and fought [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and Breakdown. The Decepticons got away with the Harvester. Bulkhead went alone to Greece, where he managed to single-handedly defeat Knock Out, Breakdown, and Starscream, destroying the Harvester in the process. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OutHead-BulkheadBreakdown.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Wheeljack is gonna be so jealous.]]<br /> Bulkhead covered poorly for [[Jack Darby|Jack]] and Bumblebee when the pair went street racing, and was forced to go with Arcee to find them. He got to fight Breakdown again, flattening the Decepticon with a lamp post. {{storylink|Speed Metal}} Bumblebee and Bulkhead played basketball together in the base, though Bumblebee's behavior was very odd. Bulkhead, Optimus and Arcee traveled to the Arctic to find a lens the Decepticons had stolen from a telescope in [[Hawaii]], and ended up tangling with a heat ray the Decepticons had built with it. They succeeded in destroying it, though it turned out Megatron had been resurrected in the meantime. {{storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Ratchet to investigate a [[Dark Energon]] reading and found Starscream attempting to resurrect [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]]. During the following ruckus, the Autobots found the kids had followed them and tried to send them back to base, only for them to disappear in a GroundBridge accident. It was only when Bulkhead spotted a text message on [[Miko's phone]] that Ratchet could engineer a way to get the kids back from the [[shadowzone (dimension)|other dimension]] they were trapped in. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TFPep16DoubleCreatureFeature.jpeg|right|thumb|300px|So, uh, do you like [[David Kaye]]'s mom [[Bill Fagerbakke|too]]?]]<br /> During an altercation with Breakdown on the [[Kamchatka Peninsula]], Bulkhead was knocked out and Breakdown abducted by MECH. Bulkhead stayed off Optimus's mission to rescue the Decepticon, but Miko persuaded him to go alone. GroundBridging to [[Russia]], Bulkhead forcibly infiltrated the MECH base and rescued Breakdown, though he was forced to pummel both Breakdown and Starscream when the Decepticon jet turned up and ordered Breakdown to destroy Bulkhead. {{Storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Bulkhead was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:MetalAttraction-stuck.jpg|left|thumb|250px|]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee, inadvertently joined by Miko, investigated a magnetic disturbance. They came across Breakdown and [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] fighting over a [[polarity gauntlet]], and during the battle, Bulkhead and Arcee were magnetically fused together by the device. They followed the Decepticons to an abandoned gas station, where another fight broke out, and the two Autobots came unstuck. Airachnid tried to escape in her helicopter form, but Bulkhead grabbed her and threw her at Breakdown. He and Arcee returned to base triumphantly with the gauntlet. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:RockBottom-Bulkheadpassion.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's raise the roof!]]<br /> Arcee and Bulkhead investigated an [[Stripped energon mine|abandoned energon mine]] with the kids. Bulkhead protected Miko from a cave in, but ended up having to support the ceiling. Miko banged a rock on his foot to attract help, but instead they were found by Starscream. Things looked grim for Bulkhead until Arcee came to his rescue, and the two Autobots and the kids escaped the mine. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Bulkhead joined the others in investigating a [[Harbinger|wrecked Decepticon ship]] and found Starscream all webbed up. Offering to defect, Starscream pointed them to the other half of the crashed ship, where they were attacked by Airachnid, wielding an [[Immobilizer|experimental Decepticon weapon]] that froze Bulkhead in his tracks. Bulkhead was locked in position until the Autobots retrieved the weapon and Ratchet used it to unfreeze him. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TMI-Mikojogsmemories.jpg|thumb|left|300px|This is art!]]<br /> Miko and Bulkhead sneaked into a monster truck rally together. A week or so later, during a mission to secure a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]], Miko accidentally discharged the cylinder into Bulkhead's brain. Though at first Bulkhead seemed fine, he began writing complex equations for synthetic energon, and it rapidly became clear that the cylinder's energy was overwriting his mind. While the other Autobots attempted to secure the cylinder, Miko tried to help Bulkhead retain his memories by taking him to the monster truck track. They were found there by Knock Out and Breakdown, who tried to take Bulkhead's head, but during the attempt, Miko again triggered the energy to discharge from Bulkhead into the sky. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state until Miko managed to wake him with her guitar playing. {{storylink|T.M.I.}}<br /> <br /> During an energon shortage, Bulkhead and the other Autobots took part in a number of missions to try to intercept the Decepticon energon shipments. When Ratchet developed [[Synthetic Energon]] and tried it on himself, the medic was amped up enough to knock Bulkhead through a wall. Their medic accompanied them on another mission, but his changes in personality began to concern Bulkhead and the others. After he knocked Bulkhead flying and went off on his own, the other Autobots were forced to track him down before he could damage himself. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots attempted to stop the Decepticons stealing a space bridge power supply from a military base. When Raf was gravely injured, Optimus and Bulkhead went on alone, stealthily infiltrating the ''Nemesis'' and Bulkhead bridged back to base with the power supply while Optimus went after Megatron. Bulkhead watched as Ratchet and [[June Darby]] fought to save Raf's life. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} As the Autobots attempted to rescue Optimus from a zone flooded with Dark Energon, Bulkhead kept Megatron busy while the others pulled Optimus out. Back at base, the Autobots and their human friends puzzled over the natural disasters suddenly plaguing Earth, and discovered that [[Unicron]] resided at the center of the Earth. Bulkhead and the others began investigating the sites of the earthquakes that had struck when the Dark Energon volcano erupted. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead, Arcee and Bumblebee came to Optimus's aid as he battled stone Unicron avatars. To their great surprise, help came in the form of Megatron, who offered to help them fight Unicron. Together with the Decepticon leader, the Autobots stepped through the GroundBridge into Earth's core. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}} Though Bulkhead was hampered by the influence of the Dark Energon, and during their fight against [[Unicron's antibodies]] almost fell from the walkway, they reached Unicron's spark chamber. Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee stayed outside to fend off the antibodies. Following Unicron's defeat, they entered the spark chamber, only for Optimus to fail to recognize them, and they had to GroundBridge back to base without him. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots puzzled over how to get their leader back but made little progress. When Fowler warned them of an attack on a military base, Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee went to try and deal with it, but Knock Out and Breakdown succeeded in getting away with the power source they needed. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} Bulkhead and the others scoured the globe for the space bridge, but it wasn't until Ratchet and Bulkhead were contacted by a wounded Starscream that they obtained information on the space bridges location. The Autobots stormed the energon mine housing the space bridge and secured it so that they could send Jack and Arcee to Cybertron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} Ratchet, Bulkhead and Bumblebee monitored Jack's progress from the Earth end of the space bridge. When Megatron arrived to take back control, Bulkhead attacked him and was easily thrown aside, twice. Luckily it all turned out, and Bulkhead and the others returned to base with Optimus Prime restored. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OperationBumblebee2-Forge.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Nope. Not even using the &quot;hammer time&quot; reference.]]<br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee were responding to an ancient Autobot signal separately, but when Bulkhead arrived, he found Bumblebee unable to transform as his [[transformation cog|T-cog]] had been taken. They quickly worked out MECH was responsible. Bumblebee later talked Bulkhead into taking him on another mission, on which they ran into Knock Out and Breakdown. Bulkhead got to fight his arch-nemesis again while Bumblebee chased Knock Out. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} He almost had to perform T-cog transplant surgery, but was judged unfit by Ratchet. He did get to go on an artifact retrieval mission, and spent some time hitting Breakdown before getting hold of the [[Forge of Solus Prime]] and using it to knock the Decepticon flying. Unfortunately moments later Bulkhead was bushwhacked by Megatron who got away with the Forge. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Wheeljack works on bomb.jpg|left|thumb|250px|For once [[Wheeljack (Prime)|I'm]] not the one under threat of [[Wheeljack (G1)|explosions]].]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack returned to Earth, but when his fellow Wrecker decided to recklessly go after [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Bulkhead opted to go along. The encounter ended with Bulkhead a hostage with a bomb on his chest as a lure to draw out Optimus. Though Wheeljack tried to defuse the bomb, Bulkhead opted to go the self-sacrifice route, and was only stopped from doing so by Wheeljack, who had realized Optimus was right. Wheeljack and Optimus forced Dreadwing into defusing the bomb, saving Bulkhead's life. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}} Bulkhead accompanied Ratchet as they got more information from Starscream. This led to an Optimus-led mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]]. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Though they trashed a bunch of Vehicons, Megatron and Dreadwing escaped them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> When Fowler was attacked by a truck resembling Optimus, Bulkhead caught his car after it plunged from a bridge. Back at base, they soon established that the truck was a MECH-created clone of Optimus and began searching for the MECH base. Though they located the hideout, [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] took them out one by one, and after Optimus dealt with the situation, the Autobots returned to base for repairs. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} Responding to an energon signal, Bulkhead accidentally got himself beamed up to the Decepticon warship. After encountering and offlining Starscream (or [[Starscream clone (Prime)|a near approximation]]), and narrowly avoiding Megatron, he found the ship's power core and disabled it with his wrecking ball. The ship crashed, allowing him to disembark and drive back to base, where he found the others had captured Airachnid. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in an attack on it with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]], only to be put into stasis by its weapons. He recovered back at base when the kids disabled the ship. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> Having found the locations of four artifacts, the Autobots started going on missions to retrieve them. {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} Bulkhead was sent through the Groundbridge to retrieve one of the artifacts. {{storylink|Triangulation}} He landed up in a volcanic area near the equator and was first subjected to combat with the Insecticon [[Hardshell]]. After defeating the Decepticon, he discovered that the relic he was after was [[Tox-En]]. Leaving a grenade and a false trail for the Insecticons to follow, he carried the Tox-En up a nearby volcano to dispose of it only for the Insecticons caught up with him as he reached the top. Bulkhead managed to overcome the trio and destroy the Tox-En, but as he was stepping back through the GroundBridge, Hardshell shot him from behind, and his smoking body was flung through the bridge into the Autobot base. {{Storylink|Toxicity}}<br /> <br /> Ratchet worked frantically to save him, and eventually succeeded. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state, with Ratchet unwilling to operate further until he regained some strength. {{storylink|Hurt}} Bulkhead later regained consciousness and was even able to take a few steps, with the help of Miko acting as drill sergeant. {{storylink|Out of the Past}} His recovery continued to be slow, and when [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] arrived, he was convinced the others were trying to replace him, despite their assurances otherwise. During another mission, Bulkhead tried to convince Ratchet to let him go help, but after Smokescreen went instead and made the mission a success, Bulkhead admitted that the new Autobot did well, then sadly dragged himself back to his quarters. {{storylink|New Recruit}}<br /> <br /> He continued to pressure Ratchet to let him go back into combat, and was annoyed by Smokescreen's suggestion that he could use the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]] as a &quot;crutch&quot;. Finally his badgering paid off when Ratchet was convinced to let him help, though Ratchet sent him to protect Raf who was trying to hack into a satellite. Bulkhead arrived just in time to stop what he assumed was Breakdown from destroying Raf's house, but was shocked to discover that Breakdown was being controlled by Silas—now calling himself &quot;Cylas&quot;—and found his injuries were still hampering his fighting ability. When Smokescreen helped him defeat &quot;Cylas&quot;, he gained a new respect for the newbie, especially when he learned that Smokescreen studied the Wreckers mission reports. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was part of a Team Prime mission to search for an Iacon relic that turned out to be a wild goose chase set up by Megatron. They soon found the real prize—the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy}} He, Arcee and Bumblebee were happy when they learned they might soon be able to return Cybertron, but quickly realized there would be a downside in that they would have to leave their friends on Earth behind. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:HardKnocksBulkheadDreadwing.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Not the face [[Tony Todd|again]]!!!]]<br /> Smokescreen and Bulkhead were sent to find one of the Omega Keys, and Bulkhead sent his companion after the key while he faced Dreadwing. During the fight, Bulkhead managed to get the better of the Decepticon and used Dreadwing's own bomb against him. Unfortunately the key was taken by [[Starscream (WFC)|parties]] unknown. The Autobots later discovered that Smokescreen was the final relic, but located their friend too late to save him from the Decepticons. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Bulkhead accompanied Optimus and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only for them to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead found himself in a tricky position when Miko assumed that she'd be coming to Cybertron with the Autobots. He equipped himself with the [[Immobilizer]] when the Autobots traveled to Cybertron, and employed the weapon during the battle against the Decepticons, enabling them to regain the Omega Keys. The Autobots located the [[Omega Lock]], only for the Decepticons to unveil their trump card in the form of the three kids as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was forced to hand over his key in exchange for Miko. After Optimus destroyed the Omega Lock to prevent Megatron destroying Earth, Bulkhead returned with the others to base, only to find that the Decepticons were attacking it. The Autobots were forced to abandon base, and Bulkhead and Miko bridged to a point somewhere in the US. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.1 Ratchet Bulkhead practise.jpg|thumb|left|200px|&quot;I need practise like Optimus needs a face.&quot;]]<br /> As Ratchet unveiled the [[Safe]], Bulkhead was unimpressed that he thought they needed more training. He threw himself into it though, deciding that the best defense was to smash everything he could. In doing so, he inadvertently uncovered and activated a nuclear missile which had been hidden in the base. Unimpressed, Optimus ordered him to hold up the ceiling while Ratchet and Raf dealt with the missile's warhead. Afterwards, Ratchet suggested Bulkhead and Raf design a new Safe. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took the other Autobots, including Bulkhead, on a trip to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead struggled to decorate a [[Christmas]] tree, while enduring a mocking from Arcee and Jack. When Fowler arrived with the news that the Decepticons had taken over a [[Yamal|nuclear-powered ship]], Bulkhead offered him a &quot;Cybertron-size&quot; mince pie. He and Arcee were left to mind the base with the kids while the other went to deal with the Decepticon problem, and the kids suggested the pair try to find something they had in common. They eventually discovered their mutual love of ice skating, and turned the base into an ice rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead played ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' with Raf, until suddenly the game put Raf into a hypnotic trance and made him open the GroundBridge. Bulkhead was sure he'd get blamed for this somehow, and explained to Optimus that it was only a ''minor'' problem, but moments later the Vehicons started coming through. Bulkhead fought them alongside the other Autobots until Raf was able to loop the GroundBridge, sucking the Decepticons back through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}}<br /> <br /> [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] woke Bulkhead with the news that the [[President of the United States]] had been kidnapped. Bulkhead and the rest of the Autobots visited the [[Grand Canyon]] where he and Ratchet protected [[Air Force One]] while the others defeated Starscream and rescued the President. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.9 Bumblebee and Bulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|200px|&quot;Don't be like that, Bumblebee. I didn't mean to eat the last [[chocolate-covered wheel-nut]].&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee headed to [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]] after the Autobots lost contact with Optimus Prime. They found [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and a bunch of Vehicons feeding Optimus's body into a crusher but were overcome by the Decepticons before they could rescue him. Luckily Optimus came to his senses in time. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} Bulkhead and Bumblebee retrieved Knock Out's [[neuron refractor]] from China, unaware that a MECH agent had stowed away in it. During [[Novo|Agent Novo]]'s escape from the Autobot base, Bulkhead was almost hit by grenades, and Novo kidnapped Miko. The Autobots searched for Miko, and located the MECH base in time for Novo, now occupying a mechanoid body, to return Miko. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> After Jack's demonstration of bobbing for apples, Bulkhead bobbed for engine blocks. He accompanied Optimus Prime to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, but wasn't much help in fighting [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]]'s forces there. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} Following a successful solo mission to destroy a Decepticon energon store, Bulkhead was ambushed in the [[Alaska]]n forest by Megatron's forces. He was taken back to the ''Nemesis'', where Megatron stuck him in an [[Ultra Prison]], a device which would slowly erase his mind. Luckily Bulkhead had an emergency connection to [[Miko's phone]], and the alerted Autobots brought the three kids to the ship to rescue him. Later Miko said he could thank her by treating her to some monster truck rally. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]], and did an admirable job at protecting the rear with his wrecking ball. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Commercial appearances===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was phoned up by the human [[wikipedia:Strawberry Shortcake|Strawberry Shortcake]], who invited him to the Berryfest Princess Parade to have glittery sparkles dumped on him. Unable to get a word in edgewise, he told Optimus that the call was for him. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|Strawberry Shortcake and Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Megatron joined Strawberry and the [[My Little Pony|ponies]] Applejack, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash in scatting &quot;[[wikipedia:Deck the Halls|Deck the Halls]]&quot;. Bulkhead's extended scat sequence, however, did not find favor among the Autobots or Megatron, causing him to awkwardly laugh it off. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers}} Undeterred, Bulkhead rejoined this multiversal musical grouping in singing &quot;[[wikipedia:Jingle Bells|Jingle Bells]]&quot;. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers (Second spot)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] retrieved some Cybertronian weapons, Bulkhead spent hours in the desert fruitlessly trying to get one of them to work. Just as he was about to give up, he was abruptly attacked by [[Ripclaw (Prime)|Ripclaw]], who inflicted a [[mech venom]] sting on him. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 9}}<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game bulkhead.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's hope those aren't truck nutz.]]<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-BulkheadTakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Any color green is good, right?]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (First Edition Voyager, 2011/2012)<br /> **''Number:'' '''002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[December 28|12-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Energon]] battle mace&quot;, stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Voyager Class toys, Bulkhead transforms into a truck. He comes with an &quot;energon battle mace&quot; that can either [[5mm post|peg]] into his hands, or replace one of his hands when either is flipped into his arm, thus switching it out for a wrist peg-hole. These peg-holes also have additional sculpted detail matching the [[Character model|animation model]] of Bulkhead's stubby arm-blasters, should one choose to use them as such. The mace itself features a plain peg-hole at the top, and is stored in vehicle mode by pegging it onto the trunk. The patch of clear black [[light-piping]] plastic ([[Gang-molding|gang-molded]] to the rest of his [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] clear black parts) on his head is neutered by having his eyes painted, in equally show-accurate light blue. As with all First Edition toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : In an effort for him to fit in his [[packaging]], he is usually mis-transformed: the panel on his back is hinged up to his head, while the wheels connected to his panel-chest, normally splayed out as a pair of &quot;[[Kibble|wings]]&quot; and tabbed into the sides of the back panel, are left folded up and untabbed on his sides. His headlights, normally swiveled and angled up on his chest, are also left untransformed. The large panel (with the [[Kibble#&quot;Faux-parts&quot;|fake sculpted grille]]) underneath his hinged hood pieces also isn't tabbed to the black sliding &quot;spine&quot; behind it, with the results being that his crotch piece tabs only lightly to his waist, detaches easily, dislodges when the front bumper is hinged forward into the indent on its back, and that many packaged Bulkheads are encountered with their flies open. <br /> <br /> : The Japanese [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead features darker green plastic and paint.<br /> <br /> : First Edition Bulkhead never made it to shelves in the United States in the initial run, forcing US fans to import the Hasbro version from Canada. Later, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] would pick up Bulkhead, along with most of the rest of the First Edition line, as part of a huge block of [[exclusive]]s for the US market.<br /> <br /> : This mold would have also been [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed to make ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Brawn (G1)#Generations|Brawn]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro ''First Edition'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2blog.net/blog-entry-1373.html TakaraTomy's First Edition Bulkhead at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeCyberverse-Bulkhead-TakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''EZ-08'''<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Battle mace&quot;<br /> <br /> : ''[[Cyberverse]]'' Bulkhead features translucent plastic panels on his hood, roof, and robot back so that the toy can be illuminated by the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with a translucent blue &quot;battle mace&quot; weapon which features four [[C joint|3mm post]]s and three post-holes all over, allowing it to combine with other Cyberverse weapons, be held/mounted into holes on his hands, arms, shoulders/vehicle rear, and roof, or store on his back in robot mode. The [[Hasbro]] release features a pack-in file card.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on ''Cyberverse'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CyberverseBattleTactics}}<br /> *'''Battle Tactics Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 009'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon<br /> <br /> : Released in the fourth wave of ''Cyberverse'' Commander Class figures, Battle Tactics Bulkhead is a [[redeco]] of his ''Cyberverse'' toy, coming in black with bright blue highlights. Instead of his battle mace, he has a clear-plastic cannon resembling his in-show cannon-barrel. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/BTBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Battle Tactics Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Bulkhead's been working out, even taking some advice from [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] about tricking out his truck.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy BulkheadVoyagerTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Meanwhile, in Japan, Bulk takes a minimalist approach to accessorizing.]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''01 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-10'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon/light-up spinning wrecking ball &amp; battle ram (Hasbro only), &quot;B.H.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : A smaller, more athletically-proportioned mold, ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise'']] Bulkhead now comes with a &quot;battle ram&quot; and a half-translucent cannon with a fully translucent wrecking ball on top, both of which can be mounted (via 5mm posts) on either his roof/back, arms, or hands. The ram itself features two peg-holes on top, the cannon has one on its side, and the wrecking ball has one at the top as well. When the cannon's back-mounted light/lever is pulled, the LED inside the weapon housing lights up red and swivels down, and the wrecking ball swings down towards the front of the cannon, wherein it spins and spins while being illuminated by the LED as a sort of &quot;Energon glow&quot;. As with other Robots in Disguise Voyager Class toys, the deployed weapon cannot lock into place. Interestingly, the [[mouthplate]] on his face is a separate, jointed, unpainted piece that can flip up to cover his face. Unfortunately, he lacks the lower half of his face, so there's nothing to see there.<br /> <br /> : His prototype [[stock photography]] lacks the Autobot symbol that's on his right shoulder-pad in the final product. His [[instructions]] also incorrectly show his completed vehicle mode's bumper with his crotch flap still flipped up, and they also neglect to mention that his door windows/shoulder pads can open up to help cover his shoulders.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead is cast in metallic plastic, features painted rims, and drops many of his other [[paint operation]]s in favor of customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s. He also has [[5mm post]]-holes added to his vehicle-mode doors as part of the [[Arms Micron]] [[gimmick]]. Instead of either of the accessories from the [[Hasbro]] version, he instead comes with his Arms Micron partner [[B.H.]], who transforms into a larger version of Bulkhead's wrecking ball, though with a short plastic chain with handle on one end, emulating [[Bulkhead (Animated)|''Animated'' Bulkhead's]] cable-tethered wrecking-ball weapon.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/Bulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro Voyager Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1540.html Arms Micron Bulkhead and B.H. at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:PrimeBeastHunterstoy-Bulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's the [[Brawn (G1)|brawniest]] [[Roadbuster (G1) | road-buster]] on this side of the galaxy!]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 007'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Dragon Grindor<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' toys.<br /> <br /> Beast Hunters Bulkhead will be smaller, and more knight-like in proporions. Instead of just green,<br /> Bulkhead will be cast in green, brown, and orange, closer resembling Generation 1 Brawn, Roadbuster,<br /> or BW Rhinox. BH Bulkhead will include the &quot;Dragon Grindor&quot; which can be spun at the push of a lever.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadtHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Tastes like cardboard! ...oh, it ''is'' cardboard.]] <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''5'''<br /> :Happy Meal Bulkhead is a nontransformable offroad vehicle! He comes with three paper discs which can be inserted under his hood. When the roof is pulled back, one is expelled. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:Bulkheadsmile.jpg|thumb|right|180px|It's really weird the longer you look at it.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderBulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Now properly desaturated, Bulkhead is ready for a role in ''War for Cybertron''.]]<br /> * Bulkhead is of course an homage to ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]], even using a wrecking ball-like mace.<br /> * When [[Derrick J. Wyatt]] was briefly brought in early in the design process of ''Prime'', Bulkhead was originally intended to be [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. However, as the show evolved, the writers said they realized that they were essentially writing a new Bulkhead, and the character was brought in.&lt;ref&gt;http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/site-updates-18/wtftfw-podcast-episode-123-with-derrick-j-wyatt-now-online-171018/ &lt;/ref&gt; Later, on a featurette on the ''Transformers: Prime Season 1'' Blu-Ray, [[Rik Alvarez]] admitted that because of the death of [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)| Dark of the Moon]]'', they didn't want to confuse kids with a living Ironhide.&lt;ref&gt;http:www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/transformers-prime-season-1-blu-ray-review-174448/&lt;/ref&gt; It's likely that the former story was a cover for the latter, for spoiler reasons.<br /> * For such a big guy, he runs really ''fast''.<br /> * Bulkhead's chin piece is actually a cover for his lower lip, as is evident whenever he smiles.<br /> * Bulkhead'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 Bulkhead parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop. While all the characters in the game are hue-shifted from their normal colorations, Bulkhead ended up noticeably less-different than his peers. <br /> <br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Bulkhead has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Berserk Mode''' (バーサークモード ''bāsākumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Seen on his box-back photo, in this mode Bulkhead holds the [[Nebula Scythe]], with [[R.A.]] attached to his right arm, [[B.2]] on his right shoulder, and [[C.L.]] attached to the mounting point behind his head.<br /> <br /> *'''Shootgize Galaxy Launcher''' (シュートジアイズガラクシーランチャー ''shūtojiaizugarakushiiranchā'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., Gora, O.P., Zori<br /> : Yyyyeah. Revealed in the ''[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]'' portion of &quot;[[Scrapheap (episode)|Freezing Transformation!? Terror of the Minicons]]&quot;, in this battle mode Bulkhead holds the [[Galaxy Launcher]] Super Combo Weapon, while he's also got O.P. on his left forearm, B.2 on his back, and inexplicably [[Gora]] on his right forearm with [[Zori]] also on his back. And as far as can be told, &quot;Shootgize&quot; seems to be a bad portmanteau of &quot;shoot&quot; and &quot;energize&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Bulkhead''' (バルクヘッド ''Barukuheddo'')<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [http://www.hubworld.com/transformers/shows/prime/characters/bulkhead Bulkhead's character page @ Hubworld.com]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wreckers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

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<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Bulkhead}}<br /> {{faction|autobot|wreckers}}<br /> :''Bulkhead is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Prime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Miss me?]]<br /> '''Bulkhead''' looks huge and menacing, but he's only the former. Once you get to know him, he has a gentle soul. He's afraid of hurting things smaller and more fragile than him, but his new [[human]] friend, [[Miko Nakadai]], has helped him grow past that. He has a low tolerance for jerks and bullies, and is quite happy to let people like that stew in the trouble they've made for themselves, but his better impulses—or at least, needling from those around him—always sway him into helping in the end.<br /> <br /> {{quote|After a long road trip, feels good to get out of the car, stretch my legs, and kick some tailpipe!|Bulkhead on crushin' Cons|''[[Convoy (episode)|Convoy]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Exiles''===<br /> Bulkhead was a Wrecker and one of the last Autobots to get on the [[Ark (WFC)|''Ark'']]. While the ship and its crew were stranded on the planet [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]], Bulkhead complained that he was left behind while [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]], and [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] voyaged to the tomb of [[Solus Prime]].<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[Image:PrimeComicBulkhead.jpg|Right|thumb|200px|]]<br /> Bulkhead was present at the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]] when [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] arrived for the first time. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Transformers: Prime}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)|[[Takashi Nagasako]] (Japanese), [[Karl Schulz]] (German), [[Pietro Ubaldi]] (Italian), [[Yeong-Ung Jeong]] (Korean), [[Salvador Serrano]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Salvador Reyes]] (Latin American-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> Originally Bulkhead was a construction worker. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} During the [[Great War (Prime)|Great War]], he joined the [[Wrecker]]s, and battled alongside [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] and many others. {{storylink|Con Job}} He also had a rivalry with [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Bulkhead left the Wreckers early on in the war to join [[Team Prime]]. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> Soon after the Autobots arrived on Earth, Bulkhead accidentally stepped into some power lines. Arcee was impressed with the dance he did as a consequence. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Primevehicle.jpg|left|thumb|200px|And then [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s engineers get a headache.]]<br /> Bulkhead was pulled away from a woodland area to back up [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]], but when the team arrived at the battle site, Cliffjumper and the [[Decepticon]]s were gone. Sometime later, Bulkhead scared off some [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicon]]s, who were fighting [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bulkhead returned to base, and was there when three humans were brought in. Miko questioned him at length about how cool he was. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} During a subsequent visit by Agent [[William Fowler|Fowler]], Bulkhead crushed one of [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]]'s tools as part of a demonstration, much to his comrade's annoyance. Bulkhead was part of the ultimately unsuccessful mission to retrieve Cliffjumper from a Decepticon [[energon]] mine. After they returned to base empty-handed, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]] assigned Bulkhead to watch over [[Miko Nakadai]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising3_disembulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|250px|''No'', Bulky, the slogan is get some ''nuts''!]]<br /> Miko managed to persuade Bulkhead to do some off-roading on the way back to base. Once there, Optimus and Ratchet left on a mission, placing Arcee in charge. Arcee promptly left to go patrolling with Bumblebee, leaving Bulkhead in charge. During an impromptu visit by Fowler, Bulkhead managed to prevent him reporting the three kids, but when Fowler was subsequently captured by the Decepticons, Bulkhead was compelled to mount a rescue mission. He [[GroundBridge]]d to the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'', only to find the three kids had followed him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising4-BulkheadandMiko.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Be thankful she didn't do more than heave on your car parts.]]<br /> After trying to make sure the kids were safe, Bulkhead climbed aboard the ''Nemesis'' and began trashing Decepticons before discovering Miko had stowed away inside his chest compartment. Inside the ship, the pair eventually ran into Arcee and Bumblebee, who'd rescued Jack and Raf from some more guards. The three Autobots stuck the kids in a store room while they located Fowler in the brig and chased off [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]. Mission accomplished, they returned to base, where Optimus told off Bulkhead. After Jack decided he was better off without the Autobots in his life, Bulkhead took Miko to visit him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-BulkheadMiko.jpg|thumb|250px|D'awwww.]]<br /> Once the Autobots pinpointed the location of the Decepticon [[space bridge]] in orbit, Optimus, Arcee, Bumblebee and Bulkhead traveled there by GroundBridge, though the height made Bulkhead nervous. They battled hordes of flying Decepticons, until [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] figured out a way to destroy the space bridge, and Arcee, Bulkhead and Bumblebee did so while Optimus kept [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] busy. They safely GroundBridged back to Earth moments before the explosion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead assisted Miko with her science project, holding up her model of the solar system so she could paint it. Unfortunately Ratchet decided to take over the project, relegating Bulkhead to the role of transport. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee brought a strange pod back from the [[Arctic]] with them. It later turned out the pod contained [[Scraplet]]s, which Bulkhead was particularly frightened by, and Miko was amused by him screaming like a little girl as they hunted for the critters. There turned out to be too many for the Autobots to deal with, but after the kids repaired an energon fuel line for the GroundBridge, Bulkhead used himself as bait to draw them through to the Arctic, where they froze. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ConJob-Fistbump.jpg|thumb|300px|left|&quot;Guy love, that's all it is, Guy love, He's mine, I'm his, there's nothing gay about it in our eyes.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack arrived on Earth, however Wheeljack's uncharacteristic silence during Bulkhead's war stories made the latter Autobot suspicious. After Bulkhead questioned Wheeljack on the [[Battle of Darkmount Pass]] and Wheeljack got an important detail wrong, the new arrival was unmasked as a Decepticon imposter. The real Wheeljack arrived and he and Bulkhead threw the imposter out via the GroundBridge. Bulkhead turned down Wheeljack's offer to go exploring the galaxy. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Bulkheadmace.jpg|thumb|300px|&quot;You go on, Bulk, we'll cover the rear.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead took part in a convoy when Fowler needed transport for a hi-tech [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]] device. When the convoy was attacked by [[MECH]], he reluctantly remained in vehicle mode in accordance with Optimus's orders, but when they were attacked by flying Vehicons, the Autobots were forced to use their robot modes anyway. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead chastised Miko for neglecting her education, and when an energon trace was detected in [[Greece]], he attempted to use the mission as an educational field trip. Their education was cut short as Bulkhead's old enemy Breakdown arrived and the pair fought. Back at base, he alerted the other Autobots to the [[Energon Harvester]] he'd seen depicted in an ancient fresco, and the device was soon tracked down to a museum. The Autobots surrounded the museum while the kids were sent in to steal the Harvester, and fought [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and Breakdown. The Decepticons got away with the Harvester. Bulkhead went alone to Greece, where he managed to single-handedly defeat Knock Out, Breakdown, and Starscream, destroying the Harvester in the process. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OutHead-BulkheadBreakdown.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Wheeljack is gonna be so jealous.]]<br /> Bulkhead covered poorly for [[Jack Darby|Jack]] and Bumblebee when the pair went street racing, and was forced to go with Arcee to find them. He got to fight Breakdown again, flattening the Decepticon with a lamp post. {{storylink|Speed Metal}} Bumblebee and Bulkhead played basketball together in the base, though Bumblebee's behavior was very odd. Bulkhead, Optimus and Arcee traveled to the Arctic to find a lens the Decepticons had stolen from a telescope in [[Hawaii]], and ended up tangling with a heat ray the Decepticons had built with it. They succeeded in destroying it, though it turned out Megatron had been resurrected in the meantime. {{storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Ratchet to investigate a [[Dark Energon]] reading and found Starscream attempting to resurrect [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]]. During the following ruckus, the Autobots found the kids had followed them and tried to send them back to base, only for them to disappear in a GroundBridge accident. It was only when Bulkhead spotted a text message on [[Miko's phone]] that Ratchet could engineer a way to get the kids back from the [[shadowzone (dimension)|other dimension]] they were trapped in. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TFPep16DoubleCreatureFeature.jpeg|right|thumb|300px|So, uh, do you like [[David Kaye]]'s mom [[Bill Fagerbakke|too]]?]]<br /> During an altercation with Breakdown on the [[Kamchatka Peninsula]], Bulkhead was knocked out and Breakdown abducted by MECH. Bulkhead stayed off Optimus's mission to rescue the Decepticon, but Miko persuaded him to go alone. GroundBridging to [[Russia]], Bulkhead forcibly infiltrated the MECH base and rescued Breakdown, though he was forced to pummel both Breakdown and Starscream when the Decepticon jet turned up and ordered Breakdown to destroy Bulkhead. {{Storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Bulkhead was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:MetalAttraction-stuck.jpg|left|thumb|250px|]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee, inadvertently joined by Miko, investigated a magnetic disturbance. They came across Breakdown and [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] fighting over a [[polarity gauntlet]], and during the battle, Bulkhead and Arcee were magnetically fused together by the device. They followed the Decepticons to an abandoned gas station, where another fight broke out, and the two Autobots came unstuck. Airachnid tried to escape in her helicopter form, but Bulkhead grabbed her and threw her at Breakdown. He and Arcee returned to base triumphantly with the gauntlet. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:RockBottom-Bulkheadpassion.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's raise the roof!]]<br /> Arcee and Bulkhead investigated an [[Stripped energon mine|abandoned energon mine]] with the kids. Bulkhead protected Miko from a cave in, but ended up having to support the ceiling. Miko banged a rock on his foot to attract help, but instead they were found by Starscream. Things looked grim for Bulkhead until Arcee came to his rescue, and the two Autobots and the kids escaped the mine. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Bulkhead joined the others in investigating a [[Harbinger|wrecked Decepticon ship]] and found Starscream all webbed up. Offering to defect, Starscream pointed them to the other half of the crashed ship, where they were attacked by Airachnid, wielding an [[Immobilizer|experimental Decepticon weapon]] that froze Bulkhead in his tracks. Bulkhead was locked in position until the Autobots retrieved the weapon and Ratchet used it to unfreeze him. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TMI-Mikojogsmemories.jpg|thumb|left|300px|This is art!]]<br /> Miko and Bulkhead sneaked into a monster truck rally together. A week or so later, during a mission to secure a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]], Miko accidentally discharged the cylinder into Bulkhead's brain. Though at first Bulkhead seemed fine, he began writing complex equations for synthetic energon, and it rapidly became clear that the cylinder's energy was overwriting his mind. While the other Autobots attempted to secure the cylinder, Miko tried to help Bulkhead retain his memories by taking him to the monster truck track. They were found there by Knock Out and Breakdown, who tried to take Bulkhead's head, but during the attempt, Miko again triggered the energy to discharge from Bulkhead into the sky. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state until Miko managed to wake him with her guitar playing. {{storylink|T.M.I.}}<br /> <br /> During an energon shortage, Bulkhead and the other Autobots took part in a number of missions to try to intercept the Decepticon energon shipments. When Ratchet developed [[Synthetic Energon]] and tried it on himself, the medic was amped up enough to knock Bulkhead through a wall. Their medic accompanied them on another mission, but his changes in personality began to concern Bulkhead and the others. After he knocked Bulkhead flying and went off on his own, the other Autobots were forced to track him down before he could damage himself. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots attempted to stop the Decepticons stealing a space bridge power supply from a military base. When Raf was gravely injured, Optimus and Bulkhead went on alone, stealthily infiltrating the ''Nemesis'' and Bulkhead bridged back to base with the power supply while Optimus went after Megatron. Bulkhead watched as Ratchet and [[June Darby]] fought to save Raf's life. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} As the Autobots attempted to rescue Optimus from a zone flooded with Dark Energon, Bulkhead kept Megatron busy while the others pulled Optimus out. Back at base, the Autobots and their human friends puzzled over the natural disasters suddenly plaguing Earth, and discovered that [[Unicron]] resided at the center of the Earth. Bulkhead and the others began investigating the sites of the earthquakes that had struck when the Dark Energon volcano erupted. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead, Arcee and Bumblebee came to Optimus's aid as he battled stone Unicron avatars. To their great surprise, help came in the form of Megatron, who offered to help them fight Unicron. Together with the Decepticon leader, the Autobots stepped through the GroundBridge into Earth's core. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}} Though Bulkhead was hampered by the influence of the Dark Energon, and during their fight against [[Unicron's antibodies]] almost fell from the walkway, they reached Unicron's spark chamber. Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee stayed outside to fend off the antibodies. Following Unicron's defeat, they entered the spark chamber, only for Optimus to fail to recognize them, and they had to GroundBridge back to base without him. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots puzzled over how to get their leader back but made little progress. When Fowler warned them of an attack on a military base, Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee went to try and deal with it, but Knock Out and Breakdown succeeded in getting away with the power source they needed. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} Bulkhead and the others scoured the globe for the space bridge, but it wasn't until Ratchet and Bulkhead were contacted by a wounded Starscream that they obtained information on the space bridges location. The Autobots stormed the energon mine housing the space bridge and secured it so that they could send Jack and Arcee to Cybertron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} Ratchet, Bulkhead and Bumblebee monitored Jack's progress from the Earth end of the space bridge. When Megatron arrived to take back control, Bulkhead attacked him and was easily thrown aside, twice. Luckily it all turned out, and Bulkhead and the others returned to base with Optimus Prime restored. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OperationBumblebee2-Forge.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Nope. Not even using the &quot;hammer time&quot; reference.]]<br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee were responding to an ancient Autobot signal separately, but when Bulkhead arrived, he found Bumblebee unable to transform as his [[transformation cog|T-cog]] had been taken. They quickly worked out MECH was responsible. Bumblebee later talked Bulkhead into taking him on another mission, on which they ran into Knock Out and Breakdown. Bulkhead got to fight his arch-nemesis again while Bumblebee chased Knock Out. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} He almost had to perform T-cog transplant surgery, but was judged unfit by Ratchet. He did get to go on an artifact retrieval mission, and spent some time hitting Breakdown before getting hold of the [[Forge of Solus Prime]] and using it to knock the Decepticon flying. Unfortunately moments later Bulkhead was bushwhacked by Megatron who got away with the Forge. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Wheeljack works on bomb.jpg|left|thumb|250px|For once [[Wheeljack (Prime)|I'm]] not the one under threat of [[Wheeljack (G1)|explosions]].]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack returned to Earth, but when his fellow Wrecker decided to recklessly go after [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Bulkhead opted to go along. The encounter ended with Bulkhead a hostage with a bomb on his chest as a lure to draw out Optimus. Though Wheeljack tried to defuse the bomb, Bulkhead opted to go the self-sacrifice route, and was only stopped from doing so by Wheeljack, who had realized Optimus was right. Wheeljack and Optimus forced Dreadwing into defusing the bomb, saving Bulkhead's life. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}} Bulkhead accompanied Ratchet as they got more information from Starscream. This led to an Optimus-led mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]]. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Though they trashed a bunch of Vehicons, Megatron and Dreadwing escaped them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> When Fowler was attacked by a truck resembling Optimus, Bulkhead caught his car after it plunged from a bridge. Back at base, they soon established that the truck was a MECH-created clone of Optimus and began searching for the MECH base. Though they located the hideout, [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] took them out one by one, and after Optimus dealt with the situation, the Autobots returned to base for repairs. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} Responding to an energon signal, Bulkhead accidentally got himself beamed up to the Decepticon warship. After encountering and offlining Starscream (or [[Starscream clone (Prime)|a near approximation]]), and narrowly avoiding Megatron, he found the ship's power core and disabled it with his wrecking ball. The ship crashed, allowing him to disembark and drive back to base, where he found the others had captured Airachnid. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in an attack on it with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]], only to be put into stasis by its weapons. He recovered back at base when the kids disabled the ship. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> Having found the locations of four artifacts, the Autobots started going on missions to retrieve them. {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} Bulkhead was sent through the Groundbridge to retrieve one of the artifacts. {{storylink|Triangulation}} He landed up in a volcanic area near the equator and was first subjected to combat with the Insecticon [[Hardshell]]. After defeating the Decepticon, he discovered that the relic he was after was [[Tox-En]]. Leaving a grenade and a false trail for the Insecticons to follow, he carried the Tox-En up a nearby volcano to dispose of it only for the Insecticons caught up with him as he reached the top. Bulkhead managed to overcome the trio and destroy the Tox-En, but as he was stepping back through the GroundBridge, Hardshell shot him from behind, and his smoking body was flung through the bridge into the Autobot base. {{Storylink|Toxicity}}<br /> <br /> Ratchet worked frantically to save him, and eventually succeeded. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state, with Ratchet unwilling to operate further until he regained some strength. {{storylink|Hurt}} Bulkhead later regained consciousness and was even able to take a few steps, with the help of Miko acting as drill sergeant. {{storylink|Out of the Past}} His recovery continued to be slow, and when [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] arrived, he was convinced the others were trying to replace him, despite their assurances otherwise. During another mission, Bulkhead tried to convince Ratchet to let him go help, but after Smokescreen went instead and made the mission a success, Bulkhead admitted that the new Autobot did well, then sadly dragged himself back to his quarters. {{storylink|New Recruit}}<br /> <br /> He continued to pressure Ratchet to let him go back into combat, and was annoyed by Smokescreen's suggestion that he could use the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]] as a &quot;crutch&quot;. Finally his badgering paid off when Ratchet was convinced to let him help, though Ratchet sent him to protect Raf who was trying to hack into a satellite. Bulkhead arrived just in time to stop what he assumed was Breakdown from destroying Raf's house, but was shocked to discover that Breakdown was being controlled by Silas—now calling himself &quot;Cylas&quot;—and found his injuries were still hampering his fighting ability. When Smokescreen helped him defeat &quot;Cylas&quot;, he gained a new respect for the newbie, especially when he learned that Smokescreen studied the Wreckers mission reports. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was part of a Team Prime mission to search for an Iacon relic that turned out to be a wild goose chase set up by Megatron. They soon found the real prize—the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy}} He, Arcee and Bumblebee were happy when they learned they might soon be able to return Cybertron, but quickly realized there would be a downside in that they would have to leave their friends on Earth behind. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:HardKnocksBulkheadDreadwing.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Not the face [[Tony Todd|again]]!!!]]<br /> Smokescreen and Bulkhead were sent to find one of the Omega Keys, and Bulkhead sent his companion after the key while he faced Dreadwing. During the fight, Bulkhead managed to get the better of the Decepticon and used Dreadwing's own bomb against him. Unfortunately the key was taken by [[Starscream (WFC)|parties]] unknown. The Autobots later discovered that Smokescreen was the final relic, but located their friend too late to save him from the Decepticons. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Bulkhead accompanied Optimus and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only for them to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead found himself in a tricky position when Miko assumed that she'd be coming to Cybertron with the Autobots. He equipped himself with the [[Immobilizer]] when the Autobots traveled to Cybertron, and employed the weapon during the battle against the Decepticons, enabling them to regain the Omega Keys. The Autobots located the [[Omega Lock]], only for the Decepticons to unveil their trump card in the form of the three kids as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was forced to hand over his key in exchange for Miko. After Optimus destroyed the Omega Lock to prevent Megatron destroying Earth, Bulkhead returned with the others to base, only to find that the Decepticons were attacking it. The Autobots were forced to abandon base, and Bulkhead and Miko bridged to a point somewhere in the US. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.1 Ratchet Bulkhead practise.jpg|thumb|left|200px|&quot;I need practise like Optimus needs a face.&quot;]]<br /> As Ratchet unveiled the [[Safe]], Bulkhead was unimpressed that he thought they needed more training. He threw himself into it though, deciding that the best defense was to smash everything he could. In doing so, he inadvertently uncovered and activated a nuclear missile which had been hidden in the base. Unimpressed, Optimus ordered him to hold up the ceiling while Ratchet and Raf dealt with the missile's warhead. Afterwards, Ratchet suggested Bulkhead and Raf design a new Safe. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took the other Autobots, including Bulkhead, on a trip to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead struggled to decorate a [[Christmas]] tree, while enduring a mocking from Arcee and Jack. When Fowler arrived with the news that the Decepticons had taken over a [[Yamal|nuclear-powered ship]], Bulkhead offered him a &quot;Cybertron-size&quot; mince pie. He and Arcee were left to mind the base with the kids while the other went to deal with the Decepticon problem, and the kids suggested the pair try to find something they had in common. They eventually discovered their mutual love of ice skating, and turned the base into an ice rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead played ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' with Raf, until suddenly the game put Raf into a hypnotic trance and made him open the GroundBridge. Bulkhead was sure he'd get blamed for this somehow, and explained to Optimus that it was only a ''minor'' problem, but moments later the Vehicons started coming through. Bulkhead fought them alongside the other Autobots until Raf was able to loop the GroundBridge, sucking the Decepticons back through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}}<br /> <br /> [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] woke Bulkhead with the news that the [[President of the United States]] had been kidnapped. Bulkhead and the rest of the Autobots visited the [[Grand Canyon]] where he and Ratchet protected [[Air Force One]] while the others defeated Starscream and rescued the President. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.9 Bumblebee and Bulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|200px|&quot;Don't be like that, Bumblebee. I didn't mean to eat the last [[chocolate-covered wheel-nut]].&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee headed to [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]] after the Autobots lost contact with Optimus Prime. They found [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and a bunch of Vehicons feeding Optimus's body into a crusher but were overcome by the Decepticons before they could rescue him. Luckily Optimus came to his senses in time. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} Bulkhead and Bumblebee retrieved Knock Out's [[neuron refractor]] from China, unaware that a MECH agent had stowed away in it. During [[Novo|Agent Novo]]'s escape from the Autobot base, Bulkhead was almost hit by grenades, and Novo kidnapped Miko. The Autobots searched for Miko, and located the MECH base in time for Novo, now occupying a mechanoid body, to return Miko. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> After Jack's demonstration of bobbing for apples, Bulkhead bobbed for engine blocks. He accompanied Optimus Prime to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, but wasn't much help in fighting [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]]'s forces there. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} Following a successful solo mission to destroy a Decepticon energon store, Bulkhead was ambushed in the [[Alaska]]n forest by Megatron's forces. He was taken back to the ''Nemesis'', where Megatron stuck him in an [[Ultra Prison]], a device which would slowly erase his mind. Luckily Bulkhead had an emergency connection to [[Miko's phone]], and the alerted Autobots brought the three kids to the ship to rescue him. Later Miko said he could thank her by treating her to some monster truck rally. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]], and did an admirable job at protecting the rear with his wrecking ball. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Commercial appearances===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was phoned up by the human [[wikipedia:Strawberry Shortcake|Strawberry Shortcake]], who invited him to the Berryfest Princess Parade to have glittery sparkles dumped on him. Unable to get a word in edgewise, he told Optimus that the call was for him. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|Strawberry Shortcake and Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Megatron joined Strawberry and the [[My Little Pony|ponies]] Applejack, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash in scatting &quot;[[wikipedia:Deck the Halls|Deck the Halls]]&quot;. Bulkhead's extended scat sequence, however, did not find favor among the Autobots or Megatron, causing him to awkwardly laugh it off. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers}} Undeterred, Bulkhead rejoined this multiversal musical grouping in singing &quot;[[wikipedia:Jingle Bells|Jingle Bells]]&quot;. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers (Second spot)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] retrieved some Cybertronian weapons, Bulkhead spent hours in the desert fruitlessly trying to get one of them to work. Just as he was about to give up, he was abruptly attacked by [[Ripclaw (Prime)|Ripclaw]], who inflicted a [[mech venom]] sting on him. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 9}}<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game bulkhead.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's hope those aren't truck nutz.]]<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-BulkheadTakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Any color green is good, right?]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (First Edition Voyager, 2011/2012)<br /> **''Number:'' '''002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[December 28|12-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Energon]] battle mace&quot;, stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Voyager Class toys, Bulkhead transforms into a truck. He comes with an &quot;energon battle mace&quot; that can either [[5mm post|peg]] into his hands, or replace one of his hands when either is flipped into his arm, thus switching it out for a wrist peg-hole. These peg-holes also have additional sculpted detail matching the [[Character model|animation model]] of Bulkhead's stubby arm-blasters, should one choose to use them as such. The mace itself features a plain peg-hole at the top, and is stored in vehicle mode by pegging it onto the trunk. The patch of clear black [[light-piping]] plastic ([[Gang-molding|gang-molded]] to the rest of his [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] clear black parts) on his head is neutered by having his eyes painted, in equally show-accurate light blue. As with all First Edition toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : In an effort for him to fit in his [[packaging]], he is usually mis-transformed: the panel on his back is hinged up to his head, while the wheels connected to his panel-chest, normally splayed out as a pair of &quot;[[Kibble|wings]]&quot; and tabbed into the sides of the back panel, are left folded up and untabbed on his sides. His headlights, normally swiveled and angled up on his chest, are also left untransformed. The large panel (with the [[Kibble#&quot;Faux-parts&quot;|fake sculpted grille]]) underneath his hinged hood pieces also isn't tabbed to the black sliding &quot;spine&quot; behind it, with the results being that his crotch piece tabs only lightly to his waist, detaches easily, dislodges when the front bumper is hinged forward into the indent on its back, and that many packaged Bulkheads are encountered with their flies open. <br /> <br /> : The Japanese [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead features darker green plastic and paint.<br /> <br /> : First Edition Bulkhead never made it to shelves in the United States in the initial run, forcing US fans to import the Hasbro version from Canada. Later, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] would pick up Bulkhead, along with most of the rest of the First Edition line, as part of a huge block of [[exclusive]]s for the US market.<br /> <br /> : This mold would have also been [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed to make ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Brawn (G1)#Generations|Brawn]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro ''First Edition'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2blog.net/blog-entry-1373.html TakaraTomy's First Edition Bulkhead at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeCyberverse-Bulkhead-TakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''EZ-08'''<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Battle mace&quot;<br /> <br /> : ''[[Cyberverse]]'' Bulkhead features translucent plastic panels on his hood, roof, and robot back so that the toy can be illuminated by the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with a translucent blue &quot;battle mace&quot; weapon which features four [[C joint|3mm post]]s and three post-holes all over, allowing it to combine with other Cyberverse weapons, be held/mounted into holes on his hands, arms, shoulders/vehicle rear, and roof, or store on his back in robot mode. The [[Hasbro]] release features a pack-in file card.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on ''Cyberverse'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CyberverseBattleTactics}}<br /> *'''Battle Tactics Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 009'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon<br /> <br /> : Released in the fourth wave of ''Cyberverse'' Commander Class figures, Battle Tactics Bulkhead is a [[redeco]] of his ''Cyberverse'' toy, coming in black with bright blue highlights. Instead of his battle mace, he has a clear-plastic cannon resembling his in-show cannon-barrel. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/BTBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Battle Tactics Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Bulkhead's been working out, even taking some advice from [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] about tricking out his truck.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy BulkheadVoyagerTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Meanwhile, in Japan, Bulk takes a minimalist approach to accessorizing.]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''01 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-10'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon/light-up spinning wrecking ball &amp; battle ram (Hasbro only), &quot;B.H.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : A smaller, more athletically-proportioned mold, ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise'']] Bulkhead now comes with a &quot;battle ram&quot; and a half-translucent cannon with a fully translucent wrecking ball on top, both of which can be mounted (via 5mm posts) on either his roof/back, arms, or hands. The ram itself features two peg-holes on top, the cannon has one on its side, and the wrecking ball has one at the top as well. When the cannon's back-mounted light/lever is pulled, the LED inside the weapon housing lights up red and swivels down, and the wrecking ball swings down towards the front of the cannon, wherein it spins and spins while being illuminated by the LED as a sort of &quot;Energon glow&quot;. As with other Robots in Disguise Voyager Class toys, the deployed weapon cannot lock into place. Interestingly, the [[mouthplate]] on his face is a separate, jointed, unpainted piece that can flip up to cover his face. Unfortunately, he lacks the lower half of his face, so there's nothing to see there.<br /> <br /> : His prototype [[stock photography]] lacks the Autobot symbol that's on his right shoulder-pad in the final product. His [[instructions]] also incorrectly show his completed vehicle mode's bumper with his crotch flap still flipped up, and they also neglect to mention that his door windows/shoulder pads can open up to help cover his shoulders.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead is cast in metallic plastic, features painted rims, and drops many of his other [[paint operation]]s in favor of customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s. He also has [[5mm post]]-holes added to his vehicle-mode doors as part of the [[Arms Micron]] [[gimmick]]. Instead of either of the accessories from the [[Hasbro]] version, he instead comes with his Arms Micron partner [[B.H.]], who transforms into a larger version of Bulkhead's wrecking ball, though with a short plastic chain with handle on one end, emulating [[Bulkhead (Animated)|''Animated'' Bulkhead's]] cable-tethered wrecking-ball weapon.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/Bulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro Voyager Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1540.html Arms Micron Bulkhead and B.H. at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:PrimeBeastHunterstoy-Bulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's the [[Brawn (G1)|brawniest]] [[Roadbuster (G1) | road-buster]] on this side of the galaxy!]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 007'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Dragon Grindor<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' toys.<br /> Beast Hunters Bulkhead will be smaller, and more knight-like in proporions. Instead of just green, Bulkhead will be cast in<br /> green, brown and orange resembling Genertion 1 Brawn, Roaduster, or BW Rhinox. BH Bulkhead includes the &quot;Dragon Grindor&quot;<br /> which can be spun at the push of the lever.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadtHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Tastes like cardboard! ...oh, it ''is'' cardboard.]] <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''5'''<br /> :Happy Meal Bulkhead is a nontransformable offroad vehicle! He comes with three paper discs which can be inserted under his hood. When the roof is pulled back, one is expelled. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:Bulkheadsmile.jpg|thumb|right|180px|It's really weird the longer you look at it.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderBulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Now properly desaturated, Bulkhead is ready for a role in ''War for Cybertron''.]]<br /> * Bulkhead is of course an homage to ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]], even using a wrecking ball-like mace.<br /> * When [[Derrick J. Wyatt]] was briefly brought in early in the design process of ''Prime'', Bulkhead was originally intended to be [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. However, as the show evolved, the writers said they realized that they were essentially writing a new Bulkhead, and the character was brought in.&lt;ref&gt;http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/site-updates-18/wtftfw-podcast-episode-123-with-derrick-j-wyatt-now-online-171018/ &lt;/ref&gt; Later, on a featurette on the ''Transformers: Prime Season 1'' Blu-Ray, [[Rik Alvarez]] admitted that because of the death of [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)| Dark of the Moon]]'', they didn't want to confuse kids with a living Ironhide.&lt;ref&gt;http:www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/transformers-prime-season-1-blu-ray-review-174448/&lt;/ref&gt; It's likely that the former story was a cover for the latter, for spoiler reasons.<br /> * For such a big guy, he runs really ''fast''.<br /> * Bulkhead's chin piece is actually a cover for his lower lip, as is evident whenever he smiles.<br /> * Bulkhead'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 Bulkhead parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop. While all the characters in the game are hue-shifted from their normal colorations, Bulkhead ended up noticeably less-different than his peers. <br /> <br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Bulkhead has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Berserk Mode''' (バーサークモード ''bāsākumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Seen on his box-back photo, in this mode Bulkhead holds the [[Nebula Scythe]], with [[R.A.]] attached to his right arm, [[B.2]] on his right shoulder, and [[C.L.]] attached to the mounting point behind his head.<br /> <br /> *'''Shootgize Galaxy Launcher''' (シュートジアイズガラクシーランチャー ''shūtojiaizugarakushiiranchā'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., Gora, O.P., Zori<br /> : Yyyyeah. Revealed in the ''[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]'' portion of &quot;[[Scrapheap (episode)|Freezing Transformation!? Terror of the Minicons]]&quot;, in this battle mode Bulkhead holds the [[Galaxy Launcher]] Super Combo Weapon, while he's also got O.P. on his left forearm, B.2 on his back, and inexplicably [[Gora]] on his right forearm with [[Zori]] also on his back. And as far as can be told, &quot;Shootgize&quot; seems to be a bad portmanteau of &quot;shoot&quot; and &quot;energize&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Bulkhead''' (バルクヘッド ''Barukuheddo'')<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [http://www.hubworld.com/transformers/shows/prime/characters/bulkhead Bulkhead's character page @ Hubworld.com]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wreckers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

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<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{disambig3|Bulkhead}}<br /> {{faction|autobot|wreckers}}<br /> :''Bulkhead is an [[Autobot]] from the [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]] portion of the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Prime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Miss me?]]<br /> '''Bulkhead''' looks huge and menacing, but he's only the former. Once you get to know him, he has a gentle soul. He's afraid of hurting things smaller and more fragile than him, but his new [[human]] friend, [[Miko Nakadai]], has helped him grow past that. He has a low tolerance for jerks and bullies, and is quite happy to let people like that stew in the trouble they've made for themselves, but his better impulses—or at least, needling from those around him—always sway him into helping in the end.<br /> <br /> {{quote|After a long road trip, feels good to get out of the car, stretch my legs, and kick some tailpipe!|Bulkhead on crushin' Cons|''[[Convoy (episode)|Convoy]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Exiles''===<br /> Bulkhead was a Wrecker and one of the last Autobots to get on the [[Ark (WFC)|''Ark'']]. While the ship and its crew were stranded on the planet [[Junkion (planet)|Junkion]], Bulkhead complained that he was left behind while [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]], [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]], and [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] voyaged to the tomb of [[Solus Prime]].<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' comic===<br /> [[Image:PrimeComicBulkhead.jpg|Right|thumb|200px|]]<br /> Bulkhead was present at the [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|Autobot base]] when [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] arrived for the first time. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Transformers: Prime}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)|[[Takashi Nagasako]] (Japanese), [[Karl Schulz]] (German), [[Pietro Ubaldi]] (Italian), [[Yeong-Ung Jeong]] (Korean), [[Salvador Serrano]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Salvador Reyes]] (Latin American-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> Originally Bulkhead was a construction worker. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} During the [[Great War (Prime)|Great War]], he joined the [[Wrecker]]s, and battled alongside [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] and many others. {{storylink|Con Job}} He also had a rivalry with [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]]. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Bulkhead left the Wreckers early on in the war to join [[Team Prime]]. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> Soon after the Autobots arrived on Earth, Bulkhead accidentally stepped into some power lines. Arcee was impressed with the dance he did as a consequence. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Bulkhead-Primevehicle.jpg|left|thumb|200px|And then [[TakaraTomy|Takara]]'s engineers get a headache.]]<br /> Bulkhead was pulled away from a woodland area to back up [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]], but when the team arrived at the battle site, Cliffjumper and the [[Decepticon]]s were gone. Sometime later, Bulkhead scared off some [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicon]]s, who were fighting [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] and [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bulkhead returned to base, and was there when three humans were brought in. Miko questioned him at length about how cool he was. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} During a subsequent visit by Agent [[William Fowler|Fowler]], Bulkhead crushed one of [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]]'s tools as part of a demonstration, much to his comrade's annoyance. Bulkhead was part of the ultimately unsuccessful mission to retrieve Cliffjumper from a Decepticon [[energon]] mine. After they returned to base empty-handed, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus]] assigned Bulkhead to watch over [[Miko Nakadai]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising3_disembulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|250px|''No'', Bulky, the slogan is get some ''nuts''!]]<br /> Miko managed to persuade Bulkhead to do some off-roading on the way back to base. Once there, Optimus and Ratchet left on a mission, placing Arcee in charge. Arcee promptly left to go patrolling with Bumblebee, leaving Bulkhead in charge. During an impromptu visit by Fowler, Bulkhead managed to prevent him reporting the three kids, but when Fowler was subsequently captured by the Decepticons, Bulkhead was compelled to mount a rescue mission. He [[GroundBridge]]d to the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'', only to find the three kids had followed him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising4-BulkheadandMiko.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Be thankful she didn't do more than heave on your car parts.]]<br /> After trying to make sure the kids were safe, Bulkhead climbed aboard the ''Nemesis'' and began trashing Decepticons before discovering Miko had stowed away inside his chest compartment. Inside the ship, the pair eventually ran into Arcee and Bumblebee, who'd rescued Jack and Raf from some more guards. The three Autobots stuck the kids in a store room while they located Fowler in the brig and chased off [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]. Mission accomplished, they returned to base, where Optimus told off Bulkhead. After Jack decided he was better off without the Autobots in his life, Bulkhead took Miko to visit him. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-BulkheadMiko.jpg|thumb|250px|D'awwww.]]<br /> Once the Autobots pinpointed the location of the Decepticon [[space bridge]] in orbit, Optimus, Arcee, Bumblebee and Bulkhead traveled there by GroundBridge, though the height made Bulkhead nervous. They battled hordes of flying Decepticons, until [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] figured out a way to destroy the space bridge, and Arcee, Bulkhead and Bumblebee did so while Optimus kept [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] busy. They safely GroundBridged back to Earth moments before the explosion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead assisted Miko with her science project, holding up her model of the solar system so she could paint it. Unfortunately Ratchet decided to take over the project, relegating Bulkhead to the role of transport. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee brought a strange pod back from the [[Arctic]] with them. It later turned out the pod contained [[Scraplet]]s, which Bulkhead was particularly frightened by, and Miko was amused by him screaming like a little girl as they hunted for the critters. There turned out to be too many for the Autobots to deal with, but after the kids repaired an energon fuel line for the GroundBridge, Bulkhead used himself as bait to draw them through to the Arctic, where they froze. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ConJob-Fistbump.jpg|thumb|300px|left|&quot;Guy love, that's all it is, Guy love, He's mine, I'm his, there's nothing gay about it in our eyes.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack arrived on Earth, however Wheeljack's uncharacteristic silence during Bulkhead's war stories made the latter Autobot suspicious. After Bulkhead questioned Wheeljack on the [[Battle of Darkmount Pass]] and Wheeljack got an important detail wrong, the new arrival was unmasked as a Decepticon imposter. The real Wheeljack arrived and he and Bulkhead threw the imposter out via the GroundBridge. Bulkhead turned down Wheeljack's offer to go exploring the galaxy. {{storylink|Con Job}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Bulkheadmace.jpg|thumb|300px|&quot;You go on, Bulk, we'll cover the rear.&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead took part in a convoy when Fowler needed transport for a hi-tech [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]] device. When the convoy was attacked by [[MECH]], he reluctantly remained in vehicle mode in accordance with Optimus's orders, but when they were attacked by flying Vehicons, the Autobots were forced to use their robot modes anyway. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead chastised Miko for neglecting her education, and when an energon trace was detected in [[Greece]], he attempted to use the mission as an educational field trip. Their education was cut short as Bulkhead's old enemy Breakdown arrived and the pair fought. Back at base, he alerted the other Autobots to the [[Energon Harvester]] he'd seen depicted in an ancient fresco, and the device was soon tracked down to a museum. The Autobots surrounded the museum while the kids were sent in to steal the Harvester, and fought [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and Breakdown. The Decepticons got away with the Harvester. Bulkhead went alone to Greece, where he managed to single-handedly defeat Knock Out, Breakdown, and Starscream, destroying the Harvester in the process. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OutHead-BulkheadBreakdown.jpg|thumb|left|300px|Wheeljack is gonna be so jealous.]]<br /> Bulkhead covered poorly for [[Jack Darby|Jack]] and Bumblebee when the pair went street racing, and was forced to go with Arcee to find them. He got to fight Breakdown again, flattening the Decepticon with a lamp post. {{storylink|Speed Metal}} Bumblebee and Bulkhead played basketball together in the base, though Bumblebee's behavior was very odd. Bulkhead, Optimus and Arcee traveled to the Arctic to find a lens the Decepticons had stolen from a telescope in [[Hawaii]], and ended up tangling with a heat ray the Decepticons had built with it. They succeeded in destroying it, though it turned out Megatron had been resurrected in the meantime. {{storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Ratchet to investigate a [[Dark Energon]] reading and found Starscream attempting to resurrect [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]]. During the following ruckus, the Autobots found the kids had followed them and tried to send them back to base, only for them to disappear in a GroundBridge accident. It was only when Bulkhead spotted a text message on [[Miko's phone]] that Ratchet could engineer a way to get the kids back from the [[shadowzone (dimension)|other dimension]] they were trapped in. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TFPep16DoubleCreatureFeature.jpeg|right|thumb|300px|So, uh, do you like [[David Kaye]]'s mom [[Bill Fagerbakke|too]]?]]<br /> During an altercation with Breakdown on the [[Kamchatka Peninsula]], Bulkhead was knocked out and Breakdown abducted by MECH. Bulkhead stayed off Optimus's mission to rescue the Decepticon, but Miko persuaded him to go alone. GroundBridging to [[Russia]], Bulkhead forcibly infiltrated the MECH base and rescued Breakdown, though he was forced to pummel both Breakdown and Starscream when the Decepticon jet turned up and ordered Breakdown to destroy Bulkhead. {{Storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Bulkhead was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:MetalAttraction-stuck.jpg|left|thumb|250px|]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee, inadvertently joined by Miko, investigated a magnetic disturbance. They came across Breakdown and [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]] fighting over a [[polarity gauntlet]], and during the battle, Bulkhead and Arcee were magnetically fused together by the device. They followed the Decepticons to an abandoned gas station, where another fight broke out, and the two Autobots came unstuck. Airachnid tried to escape in her helicopter form, but Bulkhead grabbed her and threw her at Breakdown. He and Arcee returned to base triumphantly with the gauntlet. {{storylink|Metal Attraction}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:RockBottom-Bulkheadpassion.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's raise the roof!]]<br /> Arcee and Bulkhead investigated an [[Stripped energon mine|abandoned energon mine]] with the kids. Bulkhead protected Miko from a cave in, but ended up having to support the ceiling. Miko banged a rock on his foot to attract help, but instead they were found by Starscream. Things looked grim for Bulkhead until Arcee came to his rescue, and the two Autobots and the kids escaped the mine. {{storylink|Rock Bottom}} Bulkhead joined the others in investigating a [[Harbinger|wrecked Decepticon ship]] and found Starscream all webbed up. Offering to defect, Starscream pointed them to the other half of the crashed ship, where they were attacked by Airachnid, wielding an [[Immobilizer|experimental Decepticon weapon]] that froze Bulkhead in his tracks. Bulkhead was locked in position until the Autobots retrieved the weapon and Ratchet used it to unfreeze him. {{storylink|Partners}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:TMI-Mikojogsmemories.jpg|thumb|left|300px|This is art!]]<br /> Miko and Bulkhead sneaked into a monster truck rally together. A week or so later, during a mission to secure a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]], Miko accidentally discharged the cylinder into Bulkhead's brain. Though at first Bulkhead seemed fine, he began writing complex equations for synthetic energon, and it rapidly became clear that the cylinder's energy was overwriting his mind. While the other Autobots attempted to secure the cylinder, Miko tried to help Bulkhead retain his memories by taking him to the monster truck track. They were found there by Knock Out and Breakdown, who tried to take Bulkhead's head, but during the attempt, Miko again triggered the energy to discharge from Bulkhead into the sky. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state until Miko managed to wake him with her guitar playing. {{storylink|T.M.I.}}<br /> <br /> During an energon shortage, Bulkhead and the other Autobots took part in a number of missions to try to intercept the Decepticon energon shipments. When Ratchet developed [[Synthetic Energon]] and tried it on himself, the medic was amped up enough to knock Bulkhead through a wall. Their medic accompanied them on another mission, but his changes in personality began to concern Bulkhead and the others. After he knocked Bulkhead flying and went off on his own, the other Autobots were forced to track him down before he could damage himself. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots attempted to stop the Decepticons stealing a space bridge power supply from a military base. When Raf was gravely injured, Optimus and Bulkhead went on alone, stealthily infiltrating the ''Nemesis'' and Bulkhead bridged back to base with the power supply while Optimus went after Megatron. Bulkhead watched as Ratchet and [[June Darby]] fought to save Raf's life. {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} As the Autobots attempted to rescue Optimus from a zone flooded with Dark Energon, Bulkhead kept Megatron busy while the others pulled Optimus out. Back at base, the Autobots and their human friends puzzled over the natural disasters suddenly plaguing Earth, and discovered that [[Unicron]] resided at the center of the Earth. Bulkhead and the others began investigating the sites of the earthquakes that had struck when the Dark Energon volcano erupted. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead, Arcee and Bumblebee came to Optimus's aid as he battled stone Unicron avatars. To their great surprise, help came in the form of Megatron, who offered to help them fight Unicron. Together with the Decepticon leader, the Autobots stepped through the GroundBridge into Earth's core. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}} Though Bulkhead was hampered by the influence of the Dark Energon, and during their fight against [[Unicron's antibodies]] almost fell from the walkway, they reached Unicron's spark chamber. Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee stayed outside to fend off the antibodies. Following Unicron's defeat, they entered the spark chamber, only for Optimus to fail to recognize them, and they had to GroundBridge back to base without him. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> The Autobots puzzled over how to get their leader back but made little progress. When Fowler warned them of an attack on a military base, Bulkhead, Bumblebee and Arcee went to try and deal with it, but Knock Out and Breakdown succeeded in getting away with the power source they needed. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}} Bulkhead and the others scoured the globe for the space bridge, but it wasn't until Ratchet and Bulkhead were contacted by a wounded Starscream that they obtained information on the space bridges location. The Autobots stormed the energon mine housing the space bridge and secured it so that they could send Jack and Arcee to Cybertron. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}} Ratchet, Bulkhead and Bumblebee monitored Jack's progress from the Earth end of the space bridge. When Megatron arrived to take back control, Bulkhead attacked him and was easily thrown aside, twice. Luckily it all turned out, and Bulkhead and the others returned to base with Optimus Prime restored. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OperationBumblebee2-Forge.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Nope. Not even using the &quot;hammer time&quot; reference.]]<br /> Bulkhead and Bumblebee were responding to an ancient Autobot signal separately, but when Bulkhead arrived, he found Bumblebee unable to transform as his [[transformation cog|T-cog]] had been taken. They quickly worked out MECH was responsible. Bumblebee later talked Bulkhead into taking him on another mission, on which they ran into Knock Out and Breakdown. Bulkhead got to fight his arch-nemesis again while Bumblebee chased Knock Out. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} He almost had to perform T-cog transplant surgery, but was judged unfit by Ratchet. He did get to go on an artifact retrieval mission, and spent some time hitting Breakdown before getting hold of the [[Forge of Solus Prime]] and using it to knock the Decepticon flying. Unfortunately moments later Bulkhead was bushwhacked by Megatron who got away with the Forge. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Wheeljack works on bomb.jpg|left|thumb|250px|For once [[Wheeljack (Prime)|I'm]] not the one under threat of [[Wheeljack (G1)|explosions]].]]<br /> Bulkhead was overjoyed when Wheeljack returned to Earth, but when his fellow Wrecker decided to recklessly go after [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Bulkhead opted to go along. The encounter ended with Bulkhead a hostage with a bomb on his chest as a lure to draw out Optimus. Though Wheeljack tried to defuse the bomb, Bulkhead opted to go the self-sacrifice route, and was only stopped from doing so by Wheeljack, who had realized Optimus was right. Wheeljack and Optimus forced Dreadwing into defusing the bomb, saving Bulkhead's life. {{storylink|Loose Cannons}} Bulkhead accompanied Ratchet as they got more information from Starscream. This led to an Optimus-led mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]]. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Though they trashed a bunch of Vehicons, Megatron and Dreadwing escaped them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> When Fowler was attacked by a truck resembling Optimus, Bulkhead caught his car after it plunged from a bridge. Back at base, they soon established that the truck was a MECH-created clone of Optimus and began searching for the MECH base. Though they located the hideout, [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] took them out one by one, and after Optimus dealt with the situation, the Autobots returned to base for repairs. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} Responding to an energon signal, Bulkhead accidentally got himself beamed up to the Decepticon warship. After encountering and offlining Starscream (or [[Starscream clone (Prime)|a near approximation]]), and narrowly avoiding Megatron, he found the ship's power core and disabled it with his wrecking ball. The ship crashed, allowing him to disembark and drive back to base, where he found the others had captured Airachnid. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in an attack on it with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]], only to be put into stasis by its weapons. He recovered back at base when the kids disabled the ship. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> Having found the locations of four artifacts, the Autobots started going on missions to retrieve them. {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} Bulkhead was sent through the Groundbridge to retrieve one of the artifacts. {{storylink|Triangulation}} He landed up in a volcanic area near the equator and was first subjected to combat with the Insecticon [[Hardshell]]. After defeating the Decepticon, he discovered that the relic he was after was [[Tox-En]]. Leaving a grenade and a false trail for the Insecticons to follow, he carried the Tox-En up a nearby volcano to dispose of it only for the Insecticons caught up with him as he reached the top. Bulkhead managed to overcome the trio and destroy the Tox-En, but as he was stepping back through the GroundBridge, Hardshell shot him from behind, and his smoking body was flung through the bridge into the Autobot base. {{Storylink|Toxicity}}<br /> <br /> Ratchet worked frantically to save him, and eventually succeeded. Bulkhead was left in a comatose state, with Ratchet unwilling to operate further until he regained some strength. {{storylink|Hurt}} Bulkhead later regained consciousness and was even able to take a few steps, with the help of Miko acting as drill sergeant. {{storylink|Out of the Past}} His recovery continued to be slow, and when [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] arrived, he was convinced the others were trying to replace him, despite their assurances otherwise. During another mission, Bulkhead tried to convince Ratchet to let him go help, but after Smokescreen went instead and made the mission a success, Bulkhead admitted that the new Autobot did well, then sadly dragged himself back to his quarters. {{storylink|New Recruit}}<br /> <br /> He continued to pressure Ratchet to let him go back into combat, and was annoyed by Smokescreen's suggestion that he could use the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]] as a &quot;crutch&quot;. Finally his badgering paid off when Ratchet was convinced to let him help, though Ratchet sent him to protect Raf who was trying to hack into a satellite. Bulkhead arrived just in time to stop what he assumed was Breakdown from destroying Raf's house, but was shocked to discover that Breakdown was being controlled by Silas—now calling himself &quot;Cylas&quot;—and found his injuries were still hampering his fighting ability. When Smokescreen helped him defeat &quot;Cylas&quot;, he gained a new respect for the newbie, especially when he learned that Smokescreen studied the Wreckers mission reports. {{storylink|The Human Factor}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was part of a Team Prime mission to search for an Iacon relic that turned out to be a wild goose chase set up by Megatron. They soon found the real prize—the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. {{storylink|Legacy}} He, Arcee and Bumblebee were happy when they learned they might soon be able to return Cybertron, but quickly realized there would be a downside in that they would have to leave their friends on Earth behind. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:HardKnocksBulkheadDreadwing.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Not the face [[Tony Todd|again]]!!!]]<br /> Smokescreen and Bulkhead were sent to find one of the Omega Keys, and Bulkhead sent his companion after the key while he faced Dreadwing. During the fight, Bulkhead managed to get the better of the Decepticon and used Dreadwing's own bomb against him. Unfortunately the key was taken by [[Starscream (WFC)|parties]] unknown. The Autobots later discovered that Smokescreen was the final relic, but located their friend too late to save him from the Decepticons. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Bulkhead accompanied Optimus and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only for them to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead found himself in a tricky position when Miko assumed that she'd be coming to Cybertron with the Autobots. He equipped himself with the [[Immobilizer]] when the Autobots traveled to Cybertron, and employed the weapon during the battle against the Decepticons, enabling them to regain the Omega Keys. The Autobots located the [[Omega Lock]], only for the Decepticons to unveil their trump card in the form of the three kids as hostages. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was forced to hand over his key in exchange for Miko. After Optimus destroyed the Omega Lock to prevent Megatron destroying Earth, Bulkhead returned with the others to base, only to find that the Decepticons were attacking it. The Autobots were forced to abandon base, and Bulkhead and Miko bridged to a point somewhere in the US. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.1 Ratchet Bulkhead practise.jpg|thumb|left|200px|&quot;I need practise like Optimus needs a face.&quot;]]<br /> As Ratchet unveiled the [[Safe]], Bulkhead was unimpressed that he thought they needed more training. He threw himself into it though, deciding that the best defense was to smash everything he could. In doing so, he inadvertently uncovered and activated a nuclear missile which had been hidden in the base. Unimpressed, Optimus ordered him to hold up the ceiling while Ratchet and Raf dealt with the missile's warhead. Afterwards, Ratchet suggested Bulkhead and Raf design a new Safe. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took the other Autobots, including Bulkhead, on a trip to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead struggled to decorate a [[Christmas]] tree, while enduring a mocking from Arcee and Jack. When Fowler arrived with the news that the Decepticons had taken over a [[Yamal|nuclear-powered ship]], Bulkhead offered him a &quot;Cybertron-size&quot; mince pie. He and Arcee were left to mind the base with the kids while the other went to deal with the Decepticon problem, and the kids suggested the pair try to find something they had in common. They eventually discovered their mutual love of ice skating, and turned the base into an ice rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead played ''[[Invasionauts II]]'' with Raf, until suddenly the game put Raf into a hypnotic trance and made him open the GroundBridge. Bulkhead was sure he'd get blamed for this somehow, and explained to Optimus that it was only a ''minor'' problem, but moments later the Vehicons started coming through. Bulkhead fought them alongside the other Autobots until Raf was able to loop the GroundBridge, sucking the Decepticons back through. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}}<br /> <br /> [[William Fowler|Agent Fowler]] woke Bulkhead with the news that the [[President of the United States]] had been kidnapped. Bulkhead and the rest of the Autobots visited the [[Grand Canyon]] where he and Ratchet protected [[Air Force One]] while the others defeated Starscream and rescued the President. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.9 Bumblebee and Bulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|200px|&quot;Don't be like that, Bumblebee. I didn't mean to eat the last [[chocolate-covered wheel-nut]].&quot;]]<br /> Bulkhead and Arcee headed to [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]] after the Autobots lost contact with Optimus Prime. They found [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and a bunch of Vehicons feeding Optimus's body into a crusher but were overcome by the Decepticons before they could rescue him. Luckily Optimus came to his senses in time. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} Bulkhead and Bumblebee retrieved Knock Out's [[neuron refractor]] from China, unaware that a MECH agent had stowed away in it. During [[Novo|Agent Novo]]'s escape from the Autobot base, Bulkhead was almost hit by grenades, and Novo kidnapped Miko. The Autobots searched for Miko, and located the MECH base in time for Novo, now occupying a mechanoid body, to return Miko. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> After Jack's demonstration of bobbing for apples, Bulkhead bobbed for engine blocks. He accompanied Optimus Prime to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, but wasn't much help in fighting [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]]'s forces there. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} Following a successful solo mission to destroy a Decepticon energon store, Bulkhead was ambushed in the [[Alaska]]n forest by Megatron's forces. He was taken back to the ''Nemesis'', where Megatron stuck him in an [[Ultra Prison]], a device which would slowly erase his mind. Luckily Bulkhead had an emergency connection to [[Miko's phone]], and the alerted Autobots brought the three kids to the ship to rescue him. Later Miko said he could thank her by treating her to some monster truck rally. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]], and did an admirable job at protecting the rear with his wrecking ball. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Commercial appearances===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead was phoned up by the human [[wikipedia:Strawberry Shortcake|Strawberry Shortcake]], who invited him to the Berryfest Princess Parade to have glittery sparkles dumped on him. Unable to get a word in edgewise, he told Optimus that the call was for him. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|Strawberry Shortcake and Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Bulkhead and Megatron joined Strawberry and the [[My Little Pony|ponies]] Applejack, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash in scatting &quot;[[wikipedia:Deck the Halls|Deck the Halls]]&quot;. Bulkhead's extended scat sequence, however, did not find favor among the Autobots or Megatron, causing him to awkwardly laugh it off. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers}} Undeterred, Bulkhead rejoined this multiversal musical grouping in singing &quot;[[wikipedia:Jingle Bells|Jingle Bells]]&quot;. {{storylink|Commercial/Prime|The Hub Carolers (Second spot)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] retrieved some Cybertronian weapons, Bulkhead spent hours in the desert fruitlessly trying to get one of them to work. Just as he was about to give up, he was abruptly attacked by [[Ripclaw (Prime)|Ripclaw]], who inflicted a [[mech venom]] sting on him. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 9}}<br /> <br /> == Games ==<br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game'' ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game bulkhead.jpg|thumb|left|200px]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Kevin Michael Richardson]] (English)}}<br /> <br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Let's hope those aren't truck nutz.]]<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-BulkheadTakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Any color green is good, right?]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (First Edition Voyager, 2011/2012)<br /> **''Number:'' '''002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[December 28|12-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Energon]] battle mace&quot;, stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Voyager Class toys, Bulkhead transforms into a truck. He comes with an &quot;energon battle mace&quot; that can either [[5mm post|peg]] into his hands, or replace one of his hands when either is flipped into his arm, thus switching it out for a wrist peg-hole. These peg-holes also have additional sculpted detail matching the [[Character model|animation model]] of Bulkhead's stubby arm-blasters, should one choose to use them as such. The mace itself features a plain peg-hole at the top, and is stored in vehicle mode by pegging it onto the trunk. The patch of clear black [[light-piping]] plastic ([[Gang-molding|gang-molded]] to the rest of his [[Show-accuracy|show-accurate]] clear black parts) on his head is neutered by having his eyes painted, in equally show-accurate light blue. As with all First Edition toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : In an effort for him to fit in his [[packaging]], he is usually mis-transformed: the panel on his back is hinged up to his head, while the wheels connected to his panel-chest, normally splayed out as a pair of &quot;[[Kibble|wings]]&quot; and tabbed into the sides of the back panel, are left folded up and untabbed on his sides. His headlights, normally swiveled and angled up on his chest, are also left untransformed. The large panel (with the [[Kibble#&quot;Faux-parts&quot;|fake sculpted grille]]) underneath his hinged hood pieces also isn't tabbed to the black sliding &quot;spine&quot; behind it, with the results being that his crotch piece tabs only lightly to his waist, detaches easily, dislodges when the front bumper is hinged forward into the indent on its back, and that many packaged Bulkheads are encountered with their flies open. <br /> <br /> : The Japanese [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead features darker green plastic and paint.<br /> <br /> : First Edition Bulkhead never made it to shelves in the United States in the initial run, forcing US fans to import the Hasbro version from Canada. Later, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] would pick up Bulkhead, along with most of the rest of the First Edition line, as part of a huge block of [[exclusive]]s for the US market.<br /> <br /> : This mold would have also been [[redeco]]ed and [[retool]]ed to make ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' [[Brawn (G1)#Generations|Brawn]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2011/Autobot/PrimeBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro ''First Edition'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2blog.net/blog-entry-1373.html TakaraTomy's First Edition Bulkhead at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeCyberverse-Bulkhead-TakaraTomy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''EZ-08'''<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Battle mace&quot;<br /> <br /> : ''[[Cyberverse]]'' Bulkhead features translucent plastic panels on his hood, roof, and robot back so that the toy can be illuminated by the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with a translucent blue &quot;battle mace&quot; weapon which features four [[C joint|3mm post]]s and three post-holes all over, allowing it to combine with other Cyberverse weapons, be held/mounted into holes on his hands, arms, shoulders/vehicle rear, and roof, or store on his back in robot mode. The [[Hasbro]] release features a pack-in file card.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on ''Cyberverse'' Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|CyberverseBattleTactics}}<br /> *'''Battle Tactics Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''2 / 009'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon<br /> <br /> : Released in the fourth wave of ''Cyberverse'' Commander Class figures, Battle Tactics Bulkhead is a [[redeco]] of his ''Cyberverse'' toy, coming in black with bright blue highlights. Instead of his battle mace, he has a clear-plastic cannon resembling his in-show cannon-barrel. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/BTBulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Battle Tactics Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-BulkheadVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Bulkhead's been working out, even taking some advice from [[Ironhide (Energon)|Ironhide]] about tricking out his truck.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy BulkheadVoyagerTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Meanwhile, in Japan, Bulk takes a minimalist approach to accessorizing.]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''01 / 004'''<br /> **''Japanese release date'': '''[[April 28|4-28]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number'': '''AM-10'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Cannon/light-up spinning wrecking ball &amp; battle ram (Hasbro only), &quot;B.H.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : A smaller, more athletically-proportioned mold, ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise'']] Bulkhead now comes with a &quot;battle ram&quot; and a half-translucent cannon with a fully translucent wrecking ball on top, both of which can be mounted (via 5mm posts) on either his roof/back, arms, or hands. The ram itself features two peg-holes on top, the cannon has one on its side, and the wrecking ball has one at the top as well. When the cannon's back-mounted light/lever is pulled, the LED inside the weapon housing lights up red and swivels down, and the wrecking ball swings down towards the front of the cannon, wherein it spins and spins while being illuminated by the LED as a sort of &quot;Energon glow&quot;. As with other Robots in Disguise Voyager Class toys, the deployed weapon cannot lock into place. Interestingly, the [[mouthplate]] on his face is a separate, jointed, unpainted piece that can flip up to cover his face. Unfortunately, he lacks the lower half of his face, so there's nothing to see there.<br /> <br /> : His prototype [[stock photography]] lacks the Autobot symbol that's on his right shoulder-pad in the final product. His [[instructions]] also incorrectly show his completed vehicle mode's bumper with his crotch flap still flipped up, and they also neglect to mention that his door windows/shoulder pads can open up to help cover his shoulders.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Bulkhead is cast in metallic plastic, features painted rims, and drops many of his other [[paint operation]]s in favor of customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s. He also has [[5mm post]]-holes added to his vehicle-mode doors as part of the [[Arms Micron]] [[gimmick]]. Instead of either of the accessories from the [[Hasbro]] version, he instead comes with his Arms Micron partner [[B.H.]], who transforms into a larger version of Bulkhead's wrecking ball, though with a short plastic chain with handle on one end, emulating [[Bulkhead (Animated)|''Animated'' Bulkhead's]] cable-tethered wrecking-ball weapon.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2012/Autobot/Bulkhead/bulkhead.htm More information on Hasbro Voyager Bulkhead at TFU.info]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1540.html Arms Micron Bulkhead and B.H. at Alfes's Toy Blog]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:PrimeBeastHunterstoy-Bulkhead.jpg|right|thumb|300px|He's the [[Brawn (G1)|brawniest]] [[Roadbuster (G1) | road-buster]] on this side of the galaxy!]]<br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Deluxe, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 007'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G15'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Dragon Grindor<br /> <br /> : Part of the second wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' toys.<br /> Beast Hunters Bulkhead will be smaller, and more knight-like in proporions. Instead of just green, Bulkhead will be cast in<br /> green, brown and orange resembling Genertion 1 Brawn, Roaduster, or BW Rhinox. BH Bulkhead includes the &quot;Dragon Grindor&quot; which can be spun at the push of the lever.<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-BulkheadtHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Tastes like cardboard! ...oh, it ''is'' cardboard.]] <br /> *'''Bulkhead''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''5'''<br /> :Happy Meal Bulkhead is a nontransformable offroad vehicle! He comes with three paper discs which can be inserted under his hood. When the roof is pulled back, one is expelled. <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:Bulkheadsmile.jpg|thumb|right|180px|It's really weird the longer you look at it.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderBulkhead.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Now properly desaturated, Bulkhead is ready for a role in ''War for Cybertron''.]]<br /> * Bulkhead is of course an homage to ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]]'' [[Bulkhead (Animated)|Bulkhead]], even using a wrecking ball-like mace.<br /> * When [[Derrick J. Wyatt]] was briefly brought in early in the design process of ''Prime'', Bulkhead was originally intended to be [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. However, as the show evolved, the writers said they realized that they were essentially writing a new Bulkhead, and the character was brought in.&lt;ref&gt;http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/site-updates-18/wtftfw-podcast-episode-123-with-derrick-j-wyatt-now-online-171018/ &lt;/ref&gt; Later, on a featurette on the ''Transformers: Prime Season 1'' Blu-Ray, [[Rik Alvarez]] admitted that because of the death of [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] in ''[[Transformers: Dark of the Moon (film)| Dark of the Moon]]'', they didn't want to confuse kids with a living Ironhide.&lt;ref&gt;http:www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/transformers-prime-season-1-blu-ray-review-174448/&lt;/ref&gt; It's likely that the former story was a cover for the latter, for spoiler reasons.<br /> * For such a big guy, he runs really ''fast''.<br /> * Bulkhead's chin piece is actually a cover for his lower lip, as is evident whenever he smiles.<br /> * Bulkhead'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 Bulkhead parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop. While all the characters in the game are hue-shifted from their normal colorations, Bulkhead ended up noticeably less-different than his peers. <br /> <br /> <br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Bulkhead has named powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> *'''Berserk Mode''' (バーサークモード ''bāsākumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Seen on his box-back photo, in this mode Bulkhead holds the [[Nebula Scythe]], with [[R.A.]] attached to his right arm, [[B.2]] on his right shoulder, and [[C.L.]] attached to the mounting point behind his head.<br /> <br /> *'''Shootgize Galaxy Launcher''' (シュートジアイズガラクシーランチャー ''shūtojiaizugarakushiiranchā'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': Arc, B.2, B.H., C.L., Gora, O.P., Zori<br /> : Yyyyeah. Revealed in the ''[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]'' portion of &quot;[[Scrapheap (episode)|Freezing Transformation!? Terror of the Minicons]]&quot;, in this battle mode Bulkhead holds the [[Galaxy Launcher]] Super Combo Weapon, while he's also got O.P. on his left forearm, B.2 on his back, and inexplicably [[Gora]] on his right forearm with [[Zori]] also on his back. And as far as can be told, &quot;Shootgize&quot; seems to be a bad portmanteau of &quot;shoot&quot; and &quot;energize&quot;.<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Bulkhead''' (バルクヘッド ''Barukuheddo'')<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> {{reflist}}<br /> <br /> ==External links==<br /> * [http://www.hubworld.com/transformers/shows/prime/characters/bulkhead Bulkhead's character page @ Hubworld.com]<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Wreckers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

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<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|predaconprime}}<br /> {{disambig3|Predaking}}<br /> <br /> :''Predaking is the [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]] commander from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[Image:BeastHunters1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|My armour is like tenfold shields, my teeth are swords, my claws spears, the shock of my tail is a thunderbolt, my wings a hurricane, and my breath death!]]<br /> <br /> '''Predaking''' is a Decepticon-created beast which must be hunted down. He's the Decepticons' ultimate weapon, and the Autobots must stand united to defeat it. Or so the copy goes. <br /> <br /> {{TOCclear}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> Predaking's presence was so frightening that the [[Autobot]]s began hunting for ways to combat him. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 1}} With the news that a couple of Autobots were heading for a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]], [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and Predaking set out to intercept them. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2}} They successfully found the derelict and interrupted [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] looting it for gear. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 4}} Though the two villains initially had the upper hand, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Optimus Prime]] arrived {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5}} and managed to hold off Predaking long enough for the other two Autobots to escape. As the ship exploded, Predaking saw Megatron plunge through the floor. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 6}} He returned to the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'' and reported their leader's apparent demise to the other Decepticons, who immediately blamed [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]]. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingCyberverse.jpg|right|thumb|300px| Surely you realize that your success has made you some bitter enemies? ]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Well, thief? I smell you, I feel your air - and I hear your breath. Come along. Help yourself; there's plenty, and to spare.]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Voyager Class, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G12'''<br /> ** ''Accessories:'' Twin Hydrafire Blasters, sword/tail<br /> :Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' Voyager Class toys, this Predaking transforms from dragon to robot. His extra dragon heads can become hand-held missile-launchers.<br /> <br /> <br /> *'''Predaking''' (Ultimate Class, 2013)<br /> :Ultimate Predaking will feature lights, sounds and an automorph gimmick. Predaking, along with Dragon Disc Optimus Prime, will be larger than the average leader class figure.<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Predaking was first unveiled at a pre-[[New York Comic Con]] [[2012]] collectors event. We sent [[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] and [[User:Tonyfitz|Tonyfitz]] there, and they brought back photos and information for us. <br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Dragotron''' (ドラゴトロン ''Doragotoron'') <br /> <br /> [[Category: Prime Predacons]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Optimus_Prime_(WFC)&diff=782465 2013-02-09T04:48:56Z

<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|autobot|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambig3|Optimus Prime}}<br /> :''Optimus Prime is the leader of the [[Autobot]]s from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeOptimus.jpg|thumb|300px|Megatron awakened within him a secret yearning. The slashfic writes itself.]]<br /> The Cybertronian who would become '''Optimus Prime''' was once a simple data clerk, satisfied with his job. It wasn't until he heard of an outspoken gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and his call for an upheaval of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s society that he realized he was dissatisfied with his lot in life- and that the oppressive [[caste system]] hindered the freedom of all the sentient beings on Cybertron. Little did he realize that his boss, the archivist [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]], knew of a secret potential within the data clerk, and that Cybertron's history was at a precipice. Once he and Megatron discovered they did not have as much in common as they once believed, the lowly data clerk was promoted by the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] to be the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. <br /> <br /> Over the centuries, loss and war have led Optimus to appear stern and serious to most. But scratch the surface, and you'll find an individual who greatly cares for his fellow living beings, with a warmth and kindness his closest friends can rely on. You'll also find regret over the loss of a comrade to darkness, and the faintest glimmer of hope that he can be saved.<br /> <br /> He is sometimes partnered with Chief [[Charlie Burns]].<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|We will [[Theme song|wage our battle to destroy the evil forces of the Decepticons]] wherever it may take us. And one day, we will go home.|Optimus Prime|''[[Transformers: Exodus]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> ====''Exodus''====<br /> Like all Cybertronians, when Orion Pax emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]], he was taught how to transform, to select a natural [[alternate mode]], and was put in a [[caste system|caste]]. At the [[Hall of Records]], Orion would read and index information from the [[Communication Grid]], but was forbidden to analyze. That was [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]]'s job, and the two became friends. Orion began monitoring Megatron's transmissions, and began a secret correspondence with him because he agreed with his beliefs. They had intense but friendly debates over the nature of free will and the dangerousness of their ideals, and Megatron suggested Orion learn how to fight for his beliefs. Orion began training with Jazz, learning to fire an [[ion blaster|ion-cannon]] and to fashion his arms into an [[energon-axe|axe]] and a [[Dual Energon Swords|sword]]. <br /> <br /> Orion made his first trip to [[Kaon]] to meet Megatron in person at his base. Megatron was the only gladiator who gave Orion a warm welcome. Terrorists began bombings in Megatron's name, and he made his first public announcement on the Grid, stating he was not responsible for the attacks and would bring the perpetrators to justice. Orion followed him up with a speech of his own. Orion trusted Megatron, believing if he were responsible for the attacks, he would have wanted to be associated with them. Later, when [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] took him to meet Megatron at an arena beneath the [[Observatory of Iacon]], Orion was shocked to see Jazz in attendance, and that Megatron had heard rumors about the bombings but did nothing to prevent them.<br /> <br /> [[Image:War for Cybertron comic - Orion testimony.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Lookin' awful buff and armored for an insignificant young library clerk. One has to wonder if the [[Guilds of Cybertron|Guilds]] may have dropped the ball on this one.]]<br /> When &quot;[[Decepticon]]s&quot; kidnapped [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Prime]], Orion requested Alpha Trion arrange an audience with [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] for him and Megatron. During their hearing in the [[High Council Tower]], Orion rigorously defended their ideals, even reviving the ancient philosophical phrase &quot;[[Autobot]]s&quot; to describe the autonomy his brethren sought. It was then Councilor [[Halogen (Prime)|Halogen]] declared Orion the new [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]: Optimus Prime. An outraged Megatron accused his brother of treachery, and then murdered Halogen. When Optimus ordered the [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] to not harm Megatron, Megatron declared Optimus had fallen into the trappings of power the High Council had foisted upon him, and those in attendance dispersed, with the planet forever divided into Autobots and Decepticons. <br /> <br /> Optimus forgoed the first engagement of the war, allowing the Decepticons to take [[Fort Scyk]] so he would gain time to recruit more Autobots. Optimus learned from Jazz after the fall of Scyk that he would have to learn to not mourn every soldier. Optimus fought for the first time during the next battle, the siege of the [[Hydrax Plateau]]. The first Cybertronian he ever killed was a former industrial drone named [[Drixco]]. Afterwards Optimus confided to Alpha Trion that the act of killing alone made him feel he was on the wrong side. Despite the efforts of Optimus and [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] the Decepticons conquered the Hydrax Plateau. It was at the stalemate of [[Praxus]] that Optimus gained the indispensable allies [[Prowl (Prime)|Prowl]] and [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. The first Autobot victory was at [[Kalis]], a vital area due to its fusion reactor that powered Iacon. Optimus, Jazz and [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]] worked together to bring down the monstrous [[Bruticus (Prime)|Bruticus Maximus]], but the battle was mostly won due to the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]]s' absence. As Energon depleted, the war descended into a mere siege of Iacon lasting millions of cycles, and Optimus opted to eject the [[AllSpark]] itself into space: during this battle Optimus gained another great friend in [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. <br /> <br /> Following a lull in the war, the Decepticons began using [[Dark Energon]] and routed the Autobots, but Optimus wisely predicted it was an inefficient resource that would run out soon. To his horror, Megatron and Starscream infiltrated [[Teletraan-1]] to steal the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]], and although Teletraan-1 awakened the legendary [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to ferry the Chamber to safety, the Dark Energon-powered Decepticons overpowered the Autobots and used the Chamber to corrupt the [[Core]] of Cybertron and infested the planet with Dark Energon. During the battle, Megatron revealed he had killed Sentinel Prime below the High Council Tower to gain access to the Chamber. Afterwards Prowl picked up a message from Sentinel on the Grid, and Optimus, realizing he had not found Sentinel's body in Iacon, deduced Sentinel was alive. When Optimus, Jazz and Prowl rescued him from Kaon Prison, they found the city strangely deserted. Optimus believed Dark Energon was having a severe effect on Decepticon morale. When they found Sentinel, he was dying. He regretted his overlong reign as Prime, and that the High Council had made the right decision in appointing Optimus Prime. He finally told him he had to go to the Core and purge its corruption of Dark Energon. <br /> <br /> After Sentinel's funeral in Iacon, where Optimus was officially appointed Prime after holding the de facto position for so long, he journeyed to the Core with Bumblebee and [[Jetfire (WFC)|Jetfire]] and removed the Plasma Energy Chamber. It was then a voice from the Core told Optimus he was too late, and the Autobots would have to leave Cybertron as the planet healed itself. But it finally bestowed upon him the [[Matrix of Leadership]], the essence of [[Primus]], explaining that while Sentinel lived, he was still Prime, and that he had been unworthy of the Matrix. It told him that when the day came that they would return to Cybertron, the Core and the Matrix would restore the planet and Optimus would lead the Autobots in an &quot;age of unimagined wonders&quot;. Afterwards, Optimus launched [[Ark (WFC)|Project Generation One]], to build a ship—that Jazz dubbed the ''Ark''—to take them to the stars, a plan some Autobots objected to.<br /> <br /> But before their exodus, Optimus planned to fool Megatron by gathering every spaceworthy vessel and having them rendezvous at what was apparently the last remaining [[space bridge]] in orbit. Megatron ordered [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] fire on the ships, but Optimus ordered a fallback as he, Jetfire, Jazz, Ironhide, Prowl, Sideswipe and Bumblebee flew the ''[[Eight Track (WFC)|Eight Track]]'' to board the monster and knocked him from orbit by blasting his [[Spark]] containment field. Optimus's team returned to find the ''Ark'' ready at the Well of All Sparks, and bid goodbye to those—including Jetfire, Magnus and Omega—who stayed to fend off Trypticon as he transformed to attack. Optimus also bade farewell to Alpha Trion, who believed [[Vector Sigma]] would protect him when the rest of the planet would be unable to sustain life: it was then Optimus realized Alpha Trion was one of the [[Thirteen|thirteen original Transformers]].<br /> <br /> Yet as the ''Ark'' took off the Decepticons overran Iacon and Megatron and his elite boarded Trypticon, who transformed into a ''Nemesis''-class cruiser and pursued the Autobots. Megatron used his and Orion's old frequency to inform Optimus that he would pursue him across the stars and eventually kill him. The ''Ark'' entered the last space bridge and emerged with the ''Nemesis'' gone. They were near a [[Milky Way|spiral galaxy]] and Prowl detected the AllSpark. Knowing the Matrix within would help them find a way home, Optimus vowed that the Autobots would continue to wage their battle across the stars. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> ====''Exiles''====<br /> After passing through the unstable Space Bridge, Optimus Prime and his crew found themselves in the vicinity of the lost Cybertronian colony world of [[Velocitron]], and with the help of a starmap projected by the Matrix, the Autobots entered orbit above the planet. Optimus Prime led a small exploratory team to the planet's surface, where they met [[Blurr (Prime)|Blurr]], [[Override (Prime)|Override]] and [[Ransack (Prime)|Ransack]]. It was a time of great stress between Velocitron's rulers, and the Autobots' arrival from mythical Cybertron only exacerbated the situation. Worse still, active acts of sabotage on the Ark led the Autobots to the conclusion that one of their crew was actually a Decepticon agent. Optimus concluded there was little they could do at the moment other than remain on guard. Later, Optimus traveled with a young Velocitronian named [[Clocker (Prime)|Clocker]] to Velocitron's south pole, where he discovered a fragment of metal that he thought might belong to the mythical [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. His investigations were cut short by an attack of rebel Velocitronians, forcing him to return to the city of [[Delta]], where he discovered what he thought was another fragment. Although the Autobots secured an ally in Override, they left Velocitron on the brink of civil war during their departure, as Ransack's followers had been corrupted by the Decepticon rhetoric of &quot;peace through tyranny&quot; spread by the Ark's traitor. <br /> <br /> The next leg of their journey through the Space Bridge brought the Autobots to fabled Junkion, a world composed entirely of space junk. Optimus Prime made contact with the leader of the planet's inhabitants, a scatterbrained robot named [[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]], who was spurred to action by the appearance of the Matrix. The Autobots went to work repairing the Ark, with the relative assistance of the Junkions. Prime discovered another fragment in a forge, and barely managed to rescue it. When Prowl discovered the traitorous [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]] was aboard, Optimus and Jazz managed to identify and trap the shifter in a stasis field, ending his threat to the Autobots. However, Optimus Prime's Matrix-induced visions led him on a quest through one of the four Space Bridge nodes surrounding Junkion, and he selected Bumblebee and Silverbolt to accompany him. Through the Bridge they came across the lonely tomb of Solus Prime, fabled artificer of the Thirteen. Her holographic spirit was called forth by the Matrix and informed the Autobots that the Requiem Blaster, most deadly of her creations, rested on Junkion and must be kept out of Decepticon hands. When the group returned to Junkion with Chaindrive in tow, Optimus assembled his findings- the [[Blades of Time]] and contacted the reclusive [[Vector Prime]].<br /> <br /> The Decepticons eventually arrived on Junkion in force, and the two sides warred over a hidden treasure at the planet's core...the Requiem Blaster. A weapon capable of drawing infinite power from nearby stellar sources, the Requiem Blaster had its own gravity field, and had literally been the core around which Junkion's &quot;junk&quot; had formed. Optimus and Megatron dueled once more as the planet tore itself apart, but the arrival of the mythical hero [[Nexus Prime]] helped to turn the tide. From him, Optimus received the [[Cyber Caliber]], a powerful sword that he used to fight Megatron to a standstill. The fighting over the Requiem Blaster ripped the planet apart, but both sides eventually called off the melee and abandoned the Blaster after learning the location of the Allspark itself. Optimus Prime and the Autobots boarded the Ark and began the long race to reach their civilization's greatest prize before Megatron could. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW ''Fall of Cybertron'' and ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:GoodIntentions-GrimlockOptimus.jpg|left|thumb|300px|The possibility of the Dinobots reacting negatively was a factor I allowed for in my planning.]]<br /> During the war for Cybertron, Optimus Prime and the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] leader [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]] didn't see eye to eye. Optimus preferred playing the long game, but Grimlock felt that caution would hinder their attempts at quick victory. During one of the Lightning Strike Coalition's missions, Optimus Prime ordered them to return to base and abandon their battle, lest they waste precious energon. Grimlock reluctantly obeyed. However, when it was discovered that [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]] was in Decepticon custody, the Lightning Strike Coalition ignored Optimus Prime's orders, broke ranks, and went after him on their own. {{storylink|Good Intentions}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeComicOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Manga is the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> In the modern day, Optimus sent an encrypted message from [[Earth]] directing the Autobots to their new world. When [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] landed, Optimus and Bumblebee detected them and came to retrieve them. For Optimus to find them under attack from [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] was no matter, for Optimus crushed the air commander and sent his brawny accomplice running. Optimus picked up the wounded Arcee, and took her through a [[GroundBridge]] to his base for [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] to repair her, while informing Cliffjumper that while his journey was over, their battle was just beginning. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Prime}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Toshiyuki Morikawa]] (Japanese), [[Alfredo Martínez]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Wan-gyeong Seong]] (Korean), [[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Reiner Schöne]] (German, Season One), [[Klaus-Dieter Klebsch]] (German, Season 2), [[Blas Garcia]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Dariusz Odija]] (Polish) [[César Marchetti]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}<br /> [[Image:OneShallRise3-corresponding.jpg|left|thumb|300px|&quot;We'll always be friends forever, won't we?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> In the waning years of the [[Golden Age]] of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Orion Pax was a clerk in the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] [[Hall of Records]], {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} mentored by [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]]. {{storylink|New Recruit}} His interests lay with the tales of ancient Cybertron history, but the more he learned about the past, the more he grew concerned about the present. There was a disparity in freedom among the classes of his race, and the ruling class was corrupt and all-powerful. In seeking a solution to this inequity, he found inspiration in the words of a gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatronus]], and the two joined forces to end corruption and bring equality to the masses. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} Optimus and Megatron became close allies, almost like brothers. But soon Megatron's ideals would become corrupted, and the two would become bitter enemies. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OneShallRise3-cametobe.jpg|right|thumb|200px|If you squint I look sort of like this in ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''. Okay, that's a lie.]]<br /> <br /> Both Megatronus—now &quot;Megatron&quot;—and Orion Pax appeared before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]], and Megatron stated it was his intention to overthrow the High Council by force and instate himself as the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. But it was Orion's speech that drew their attention. Jealous, Megatron left angrily and began his conquest, which resulted in countless casualties and left the [[Core]] of Cybertron itself [[Dark Energon|poisoned]]. It was Orion's subsequent search for the Core that completed his transformation into Optimus Prime. The Core, the essence of their creator [[Primus]], relinquished the [[Matrix of Leadership]] into his chassis. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> During the war, Optimus encountered [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]] at the [[Battle of Technahar]] when the Decepticon was sent by Megatron to kill him. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}} After Cybertron was abandoned, Optimus Prime's [[Team Prime|elite team]] of Autobots eventually made their way to Earth, where they allied themselves with the [[United States of America|United States]] government. The Autobots were assigned [[William Fowler]] as their liaison, and provided an [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|abandoned missile silo]] as a base in exchange for keeping the Decepticon threat contained. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} Optimus then sent a message into space, calling any Autobot survivors to Earth {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising1-fairquestion.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Do you have your grandfather's glasses—er, wait.]]<br /> <br /> After three years of Decepticon absence, Prime was out on the road when word reached him that [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] was facing down an entire contingent of Decepticons. Arriving to the battlefield too late, Prime delivered a eulogy for their fallen comrade. Soon after, some humans were caught up in a battle between the Autobots and Decepticons, and Optimus, knowing that they would now be targeted by the Decepticons, had them brought to the Autobot base. There, he told them about the Transformer war and assigned the Autobots to be their individual guardians. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} Presently, the apparent reactivation of Cliffjumper's lifesigns was detected by the Autobots, and they tracked it to a Decepticon [[Energon]] mine, where they discovered that Megatron had returned to Earth with Dark Energon, used to revive Cliffjumper as a zombie [[Terrorcon (Prime)|Terrorcon]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} <br /> <br /> Realizing that Megatron's goal was to create an undead army, Optimus and [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] headed to the site of an ancient Transformer battleground on Earth, arriving just as Megatron used a sliver of Dark Energon to reanimate the corpses buried there into a Terrorcon legion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} Struggling against the detrimental effects of Dark Energon, the pair cut their way through the Terrorcons, but Megatron escaped before Optimus could get his hands on him. Returning to base, Optimus was disappointed to find that [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] had let the kids go out into battle in his absence, but disturbing intel had been recovered in the process: the Decepticons were planning to use a [[space bridge]] to revive the dead of Cybertron with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}} [[GroundBridge|GroundBridging]] to the Decepticon's space bridge in Earth orbit, Optimus faced Megatron down in a one-on-one battle while the other Autobots sabotage the bridge, causing it to explode and destroy the Terrorcons, and apparently, Megatron himself. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-OptimusPrimeguns.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Pssst, Prime, your barrel openings are just painted detail.]]<br /> <br /> Despite the victory, Optimus regretted not having been able to turn Megatron to the path of peace, and Ratchet consoled the Autobot leader. When Decepticon activity was detected in an area of the desert, Optimus and Bumblebee went to investigate, discovering that Starscream had located and reactivated Skyquake from stasis. Optimus tried to appeal to the two Decepticons to consider a truce now that Megatron had gone, but Starscream merely mocked his request and Skyquake was determined to carry out his late master's wishes and terminate Prime. Optimus and Bumblebee found themselves forced to battle and destroy Skyquake, with some assistance from Fowler, but they respectfully buried their fallen foe and Prime lamented the circumstances. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Scrapheap-cloudsbreak.jpg|left|thumb|250px|&quot;Okay, ''now'' I'm ready to call Bulkhead fat.&quot;]]<br /> After Bulkhead and Bumblebee found a pod in the [[Arctic]] and brought it back to base, Optimus and Arcee went back to the Arctic to check for clues as to the pod's origin. After some time searching, the temperature sensors Ratchet had given them went off, so Optimus attempted to contact base, only to find the comms were down. The pair sought shelter, but as their temperatures slowly dropped, things looked grim. Just as they were losing hope, the GroundBridge opened and ejected Bulkhead and the swarm of [[Scraplet]]s that had been causing havoc at base. The three Autobots were subsequently able to return home, and Optimus paid tribute to their human friends who had helped eliminate the Scraplets. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Optimustrailer.jpg|thumb|right|250px|&quot;This here's Rubber Duck and I'm about to put the hammer down.&quot;]]<br /> When Bulkhead's old buddy [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] arrived on Earth, Optimus excused himself from the welcome party and went out on patrol, since &quot;Primes don't party&quot;. As such, he missed all the fun when Wheeljack turned out to be a [[Makeshift (Prime)|Decepticon spy]], but he stuck around for the second part to welcome the real Wheeljack, telling the visiting Autobot that he'd always be welcome on Earth. {{storylink|Con Job}} Not long after, when the Autobots were contracted by Fowler to help transport the experimental [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]], Optimus carried the device in a [[trailer]] to the rendezvous point, where it was transferred to a train. Unfortunately, the D.N.G.S. became a target for both the Decepticons and the human terrorist organization [[MECH]], and Prime was forced to have his Autobots break cover to fight [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicons]] while he dispatched MECH's leader [[Silas]]. A poor loser, Silas took out the train track ahead and Optimus went into [[maximum overdrive]], grabbing the train and physically halting it. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Optimuselectrocuted.jpg|thumb|250px|left|[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] and [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] were right, I should've gone for this earlier!]]<br /> Tracking an [[Energon Harvester]] to a museum, Optimus Prime and the Autobots were attacked by new Decepticons arrivals [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]], and Prime got the business end of Knock Out's [[Energon prod]], taking him out of the fight long enough for Soundwave to make off with the Harvester. Optimus led the Autobots in following the villains to Greece, and stopped their attempts to harvest an Energon seam there. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Prime had another clash with Knock Out soon after: when he discovered that Arcee and [[Jack Darby|Jack]] had disobeyed his orders against using powers for personal gain by participating in illegal street races, Optimus intervened, and helped rescued a [[Vince|captive human]] from Knock Out's clutches by ripping the Decepticon's door off. {{storylink|Speed Metal}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:SickMind-OPinfected.jpg|thumb|250px|right|I woke up late one morning with a black eye. Why the heck does everyone think I'm sick? I could've just been punched in the face. Really hard. ]]<br /> While investigating a crashed Autobot spacecraft, Optimus Prime's hopes of helping any survivors were dashed when the craft turned out to be a corpse-strewn plague ship from which he contracted [[Cybonic plague]], a pathogen engineered by Megatron himself. Arcee and Bumblebee boarded the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'' in search of a cure, and, discovering that Megatron was still alive and in stasis, Bumblebee entered his mind via a [[cortical psychic patch]]. In his dreamworld, Megatron was constantly killing imaginary Optimus Primes, and Bumblebee played on Megatron's desire to kill Optimus himself, rather than have him succumb to the plague, to convince him to hand over the cure. {{storylink|Sick Mind}} After getting back up to full health, Optimus led the Autobots to the Arctic, where Starscream was using a heat ray to melt a glacier in order to access an energon deposit. Prime boldly ploughed through the weapon's beam in order to get close enough to destroy it, but the resultant explosion left him helpless before Starscream—until he was saved at the last moment when the resurrected Megatron arrived to haul Starscream away for punishment. {{Storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Shadowzone HappymusPrime.jpg|left|thumb|250px|:D]]<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime led the Autobots in investigating a Dark Energon energy signature, and found Starscream using the substance to resurrect Skyquake. Fortunately, the additional power conveyed upon Starscream by the Dark Energon was not enough to prevent Optimus Prime from blasting his arm clean off. Presently, a GroundBridge accident catapulted Jack, Miko and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] into an alternate dimension, and when the Autobots opened a portal to bring them back, Prime took the Autobots back to the battlefield to protect them from Starscream. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Optimus's inimitable compassion even extended to Breakdown, when he was captured by the forces of MECH and Optimus determined they would rescue him. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Later, Optimus was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}} He was out on a scouting mission with Bumblebee when Ratchet detected a strange magnetic signature that turned out to be a [[Polarity gauntlet]], {{storylink|Metal Attraction}} and also missed out on an adventure in a collapsed mine, but when he heard that Jack had shown mercy to an immobilized Megatron, he was proud of the boy. {{storylink|Raf's Notes#Note15|Raf's Notes}}<br /> <br /> &lt;!--[[Image:OperationBreakdown-GroundBridge.jpg|right|thumb|300px|I get to lead 'cuz I'm the tallest!]]--&gt;<br /> [[Image:Partners-StiffOptimus.jpg|thumb|right|250px|We've replaced Optimus with a statue. Think anyone will notice?]]<br /> <br /> Exploring the wreck of a crashed [[Harbinger|Decepticon ship]], Optimus Prime and his team fell victim to [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]], who paralyzed Prime and Bulkhead with the ship's cargo: an experimental [[Immobilizer]]. Prime would have wound up handed over to Megatron and mounted on the bow of the ''Nemesis'' if not for Bumblebee, who saw the villainess off, and Ratchet, who repaired the damaged device and unfroze the pair. {{storylink|Partners}} <br /> <br /> [[Image:StrongerFaster-RatchetPrime.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Who will join me? Who will become stronger, faster, more insubordinate?]]<br /> <br /> Lost Cybertronian technology continued to cause problems for Prime and the Autobots when a formula for [[Synthetic Energon]] was beamed from a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]] into Bulkhead's mind, putting his life at risk. Refusing to sacrifice Bulkhead despite the advantage the formula would give the Autobots, Prime petitioned Megatron for the return of the cylinder so they could extract the data. In exchange, he would hand it over to the Decepticons, but Megatron refused and destroyed the device after a battle. The formula was subsequently beamed out of Bulkhead's mind into space, {{storylink|T.M.I.}} but when Ratchet proceeded to generate a batch of &quot;SynthEn&quot; and was driven mentally unstable after testing it on himself, he and Optimus came to blows, and Optimus confined him to base. Ratchet instead took off to face Megatron, forcing Prime to lead a team into a Decepticon mine to rescue him. Cured of the SynthEn's effects, Optimus reminded Ratchet that he was a vital member of the team. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeEp23-PrimeMegatron.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Slap slap.]]<br /> <br /> Believing that a prophecy in the [[Covenant of Primus]] was soon to come true and that Megatron could regard it as his destiny, Optimus Prime was finally forced to abandon any illusions of turning his old foe to the path of good after the Decepticon leader grievously wounded Raf during a battle over a power source for the villain's new space bridge. Optimus boarded the ''Nemesis'' and called Megatron out for a one-on-one battle that he vowed would be their last. The two ancient enemies fought before a volcano, and Optimus managed to fell Megatron, but just before he could deliver the killing blow, the volcano erupted with Dark Energon. Megatron experienced an increase in power, and turned the tide, {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} but thankfully, the intervention of the other Autobots saved Optimus's life. Retreating to base to review this new nightmare scenario, Optimus recounting the tale of [[Primus]], [[Unicron]] and the [[Thirteen]] to the gathered humans and told them he believed that Earth had formed around the slumbering form of Unicron, who was now in the process of awakening. Examining areas of the planet struck by earthquakes at the moment of the eruption, Optimus soon found himself confronted by Unicron himself, in an avatar formed from rock and stone. He prostrated himself before the Chaos Bringer and tried to plead for the lives of the billions of [[human]]s who dwelt on Earth, but Unicron considered them parasites and attacked Prime with wave after wave of avatars. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OneShallRise2-shake.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Kiss kiss.]]<br /> <br /> He ordered the other Autobots ''not'' to come to his aid, so naturally they came anyway. After fighting increasingly larger Unicrons, they came up against one that was too much for them. Just as it was about to step on Optimus, help came in the unlikely form of Megatron, who offered his services in eliminating Unicron and revealed that only the [[Matrix of Leadership]] held by Optimus could achieve that aim. The Autobots returned to base, where the others were horrified that Prime was intending to take up Megatron's offer, but he was resolute that all care would be taken to make sure it was a safe as possible. When Megatron stepped into the base, Optimus and the other Autobots welcomed him appropriately. Before they left on their mission, Optimus presented Jack with the key to the GroundBridge power supply. Optimus, Megatron and the Autobots were soon stepping through the GroundBridge to Earth's core, Unicron himself. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> As they moved through Unicron's internal structure, they came under attack from [[Unicron's antibodies|antibodies]]. Optimus and Megatron fought back to back, though Optimus took time out to rescue Bulkhead from falling. When they reach Unicron's spark chamber, Optimus and Megatron went inside, and, though the dark god possessed Megatron, Optimus unleashed the Matrix, apparently extinguishing Unicron's spark. However the price was high—Optimus's memory was lost and he believed himself to be Orion Pax. Megatron played along, and took him back to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Orion-Pax-Part-1-OP-Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|&quot;You mean I can't just go [[Super Mode]] and kick your ass in this show? Crap.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Megatron wasted no time in convincing Orion that black was white and up was down. Branded with the Decepticon insignia by Knock Out, Orion was shown false history of Cybertron's destruction, and convinced that the Autobots were the aggressors. Angered at Cybertron's loss, Orion promised Megatron he would do his part to help. He was put to work decoding information stolen from the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] archives, and told Megatron they were of locations of Earth, and feared that they could be weapons of mass destruction. Later, there was a commotion in the corridors, and Orion decided to investigate despite being ordered to remain in his lab, however Soundwave managed to prevent him from seeing Arcee when the Autobot managed to get on-board. Not long after, the long-absent Starscream sneaked onto the ship to steal [[energon cube]]s and ended up blundering into Orion's work room. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Surprised to see Starscream, not least because Megatron had said he was dead, Orion's suspicions became aroused as Starscream noted Megatron would likely have told him many lies. Despite asking what he knew, Starscream was quick to depart when more Vehicon guards arrived and in spite of Orion attempting to convince them to hold their fire. After Megatron's subsequent covering of the incident, Orion decided to poke through the Decepticon database and learned that he was Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OrionPax3 Optimus Decepticon insignia.jpg|left|thumb|300px|What did I do last night?]]<br /> <br /> Megatron, as it turned out, already knew he knew since his work was being monitored. Orion decided to delete his discoveries so that Megatron could not use them, however Megatron revealed he was also having his work copied. As Soundwave reported activity on Cybertron, Megatron had more Vehicon guards put at his back while he dealt with the matter, and threatened to kill him if he didn't continue his work. Orion tried to appeal to the guards to help him warn the Autobots, but they responded with a beating until he discovered he was armed and stopped them. Having realised he was meant to be an Autobot, Orion went to confront Megatron at the space bridge. However, he found he was no match for the Decepticon leader and was quickly overpowered. Just then, Arcee leapt through the space bridge from Cybertron and tackled Megatron. Behind her was Jack with the [[Key to Vector Sigma]], loaded with the information from the Matrix of Leadership. Orion questioned whether he was worthy, and Jack assured him he was. When his memory was restored, albeit minus his time as Orion, Optimus prevented Megatron from exterminating his comrades, and they returned to the Autobot base for a big reunion. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and Ratchet followed an ancient signal, and found Megatron and his forces unearthing a Cybertronian artifact, the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]]. While the two Autobots fought the other Decepticons, Bumblebee snatched the extractor from Megatron inside the GroundBridge. Later at base, Optimus theorized that the Spark Extractor was among the many Decepticon weapons confiscated during the Great War, and worried that he couldn't remember what he had revealed to Megatron when he was suffering amnesia. To compound matters, a short time later, MECH stole Bumblebee's [[transformation cog|T-cog]], causing Prime more worry. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Despite Optimus's misgivings, Ratchet talked him into approving a T-cog transplant between Ratchet and Bumblebee. When a signal indicating an artifact was detected, he cut the operation short to take Arcee and Bulkhead to secure it. Unfortunately, he and Arcee were unable to penetrate Knock Out's force field, and the Decepticons got away with the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Optimus and Wheeljack in Jackhammer.jpg|thumb|right|300px|This scene is even funnier if you imagine &quot;Mahna Mahna&quot; playing on the radio.]]<br /> <br /> When Wheeljack returned to Earth in pursuit of [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Optimus attempted to convince him to join the Autobot team. Wheeljack instead took Bulkhead to try and trap Dreadwing, only to fall into a trap themselves. Prime had to dig Wheeljack out of the resulting rubble, and joined him to rescue Bulkhead, who was strapped to one of Dreadwing's explosives. When Optimus managed to defeat the Decepticon and pin him, his gambit to make Dreadwing defuse the bomb worked, and Wheeljack gained a new respect for the Autobot leader. {{Storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> After obtaining information on Airachnid's whereabouts from Starscream, Optimus led a mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]] under Airachnid's control. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Outnumbered, Optimus offered to allow Megatron go if Dreadwing extended the same courtesy. Though Dreadwing kept his word, Megatron ordered the Vehicons to attack while he and Dreadwing escaped, but luckily the Autobots trashed them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:NemesisPrime Nemesis vs Optimus.jpg|thumb|left|300px]]<br /> Optimus returned to base from an energon mine to find that MECH had created a clone of him and were using it to attack the military. He and the Autobots attempted to stop [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] from attacking [[Alden Military Base]], but had to retreat under fire from the military. They began scouring the area, and located the MECH base, where Optimus fought one-on-one with Nemesis Prime, until a distraction by Fowler allowed him to finish off the Silas-controlled machine, dropping it on Silas himself. Optimus returned to base for repairs, and Fowler gave them the news that Silas had disappeared. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} During Fowler's debriefing by [[Bryce|General Bryce]], Optimus revealed himself to the general to prove he was still alive and on the military's side. {{storylink|Grill}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bumblebee and Arcee to investigate some activity and found Airachnid sending out a swarm of Insecticons to attack the ''Nemesis''. He and Bumblebee ended up having to fight a bunch of them and won. They got to return to base with Airachnid, whom Arcee had trapped in stasis-lock. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}} After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, and was reactivated with Dark Energon, Optimus took a team with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]] to attack the warship, only for them to all be knocked into stasis lock by the ship's weapons. Ratchet took them back to base, where they recovered after the conscious ship was disabled by the kids. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> With the locations of four relics now in their possession, Optimus dispatched Arcee and Bumblebee to [[New York City]] to find the first {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and warned Bulkhead to be careful in obtaining another near the equator. {{storylink|Toxicity}} Optimus himself went to [[Antarctica]], where he found the relic had already been taken, and Dreadwing had Starscream a prisoner. During the ensuing fight, Optimus brought tons of ice down on Dreadwing, before forcing Starscream to lead him to a human base where the relic was being kept. Dreadwing caught up with them, and while Optimus fought the Decepticon, Starscream obtained the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]], forcing Optimus and Dreadwing to team up to defeat him. Though Dreadwing intended to fight him again, Optimus convinced him that there would be no point in continuing their fight, so Dreadwing left. {{storylink|Triangulation}}<br /> <br /> Back at base, Prime found that Bulkhead had been critically wounded during the relic missions. Optimus refused to tell Wheeljack who was responsible, but the Wrecker rushed off anyway. When Wheeljack and Miko later returned having killed [[Hardshell]], Optimus stopped Ratchet from preventing Miko from running to Bulkhead's side. {{storylink|Hurt}} Optimus began attempting to decode the Iacon database, though it was hard going with the Earth technology he was forced to use. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Legacy-PrimeStarSaber.jpg|thumb|left|300px|By the power of Iacon, I HAVE THE POWER!]]<br /> During a mission to investigate a crashed escape pod, the team encountered [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] whose tales of guarding [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]] convinced Optimus that he was on the level. Optimus still believed Smokescreen was too green to go into combat, so the new Autobot was left at base when Prime took a team to recover some [[Red Energon]]. When they encountered Starscream, still in possession of the Apex Armor, Optimus took the Decepticon on himself, kicking Starscream off a crane. After Smokescreen used the [[phase shifter]] to separate Starscream from the armor, Optimus officially welcomed the new Autobot to the team. {{storylink|New Recruit}} When Fowler notified them that a [[Project Damocles]] satellite had been stolen by Breakdown and Silas, Optimus took a team to a military base in the hope of securing the satellite control codes before the Decepticons could get them. Instead they found themselves facing both Decepticon troopers and the orbital death ray itself, controlled by Soundwave. {{storylink|The Human Factor}} Optimus assigned Jack to help Smokescreen adapt to Earth. He had almost finished decoding another set of Iacon coordinates when a signal led him and his team on a wild goose chase. Despite this, they found the location of the real relic, the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], and Optimus managed to wrest control of it off the Decepticons. Through the sword's power, he received a message from Alpha Trion. {{storylink|Legacy}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:AlphaOmega-ohmy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|&quot;You must not sacrifice a piece of the future to bring back the past.&quot;&lt;br&gt; &quot;But you flung all of the artifacts from the past onto Earth!&quot;&lt;br&gt; &quot;... right, right, sorry. [[Five Servos of Doom|Wrong script]].&quot;]]<br /> Trion told him of the existence of the [[Omega Key]]s on Earth, and Prime immediately set about decoding the four final coordinates from the Iacon database. After Arcee returned from the first set of coordinates with news that Megatron had invited Prime to come get the first key, Optimus went to [[Egypt]] to find that Megatron had grafted the arm of a Prime onto himself and forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. Though Megatron's new weapon shattered the Star Saber, with Smokescreen's help Prime returned to base with the first Omega Key and resumed his decoding work. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> He soon decoded more coordinates decoded though in both cases the Autobots failed to secure the Omega Keys. Smokescreen was hit hard by the failure, and Optimus told the other other Autobots to allow the upset rookie space. When the final coordinates he decoded turned out to be an image of Smokescreen, he took the team to find their comrade, only to arrive too late as Smokescreen was captured by Soundwave. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Optimus took Bulkhead and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After Dreadwing returned the Forge of Solus Prime to the Autobots, Optimus used it to modify the GroundBridge into a space bridge. Believing that Megatron would use the keys to restore Cybertron for political points, Optimus took the Autobots to their home world, and kept Megatron busy with the reforged Star Saber while the others took back the keys. Though they succeeded, and reached the [[Omega Lock]], Megatron revealed he had taken the Autobots' human friends hostage. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeDarkestHourOPArm.jpg|left|thumb|300px|&quot;...Nothing ever dies we will rise again.&quot;]]<br /> With no other choice, Optimus had everyone hand over the Omega Keys in exchange for the kids, however when it turned out Megatron intended to use the Omega Lock on Earth as well, Optimus was compelled to use the Star Saber to destroy the lock. He and his team returned to Earth, only to find that the Omega Lock had created a [[New Kaon (fortress)|Decepticon fortress]] on their doorstep, and he ordered the others to evacuate. Prime himself stayed behind to destroy the GroundBridge, and was caught in the explosion as the Decepticons destroyed the base. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.2 Optimus and Miko.jpg|thumb|left|220px|&quot;Except when I'm making air-quotes.&quot;]]<br /> As the Decepticons slowly conquered Cybertron, Optimus knew they'd try to attack [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and set up defences at the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. Sure enough, Megatron attacked with a small team of Decepticons but the Autobot gunners managed to take out all but Megatron. To Optimus's surprise, Megatron didn't abandon his men, instead rescuing them under heavy fire. When Optimus had the opportunity to take a shot, he hesitated and Megatron's team escaped. For that, Optimus took the blame and was even regarded as a traitor by some. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Many years later, Optimus's team had settled on [[Earth]]. After Ratchet somewhat apologetically unveiled the [[Safe]], Optimus told him to have more confidence in his work. When Bulkhead managed to uncover a hidden nuclear missile and a scouting party of Vehicons neared the base, Optimus, Arcee and Bumblebee went out to greet the Decepticons. While Bumblebee knocked the Vehicons into the air, Prime and Arcee blasted them. They reentered at the base in time to see Fowler arriving with some scientists, and Optimus had some stern words with their liaison about the mystery bomb and its intended purpose, insisting that Fowler take it with him when he left. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> During some downtime, Prime took the other Autobots and the kids to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. At Miko's request, he told the story of his battle with Megatron in the Iacon Energon Refinery. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.3 Optimus ready to roll out.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> On [[Christmas]], Fowler reported to Optimus that Megatron and Starscream had taken control of the [[Yamal|NS ''Yamal'']], a nuclear-powered Russian icebreaker. Leaving Arcee and Bulkhead in charge of the base, Optimus took the other Autobots to the ship and attacked Megatron. As Optimus fought Megatron, the Decepticon leader outlined his plan to detonate the ship's reactors with a [[static lance]]. Bumblebee managed to wrest the lance off Starscream and threw it to Optimus who used it to hit Megatron. Once the Decepticons had been dealt with, Optimus's team returned to the base, where they found it had been turned into an impromptu ice skating rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Optimus was surprised to find the GroundBridge active and asked Bulkhead what the problem was. Bulkhead's denials were undermined by the Vehicons pouring through the bridge, and Optimus led the counter-attack. While Optimus and the others kept the Decepticons busy, Raf and Bumblebee managed to shut down the bridge. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} Optimus shared Jack's suspicions about some recently exploded schools, and had the Autobots check out the other schools in the area. Sure enough, the schools came under attack by [[MECH]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.5|School Is... Out!}}<br /> <br /> After Starscream stole [[Air Force One]] and held the [[President of the United States]] ransom, demanding Optimus Prime be turned over bound and gagged, the Autobot leader worked out from the ransom note where Starscream was. While the other Autobots protected the plane and took on the Vehicons, Optimus rescued the President by cutting off Starscream's arm and catching her as she fell. After the Decepticon retreated, Optimus made sure the Autobots left before the aircraft's crew recovered consciousness. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.6 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|left|240px]]<br /> Lured into a trap in a scrap-metal facility in [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]], Optimus found his mind had been zapped into a human by [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]'s [[neuron refractor]]. The Autobot leader mentally contacted the human, [[Lin-Che]], and guided him in fighting off the attacking Vehicons and reversing the refractor. Back in his own body, Optimus broke out of the crusher he'd been stuffed into, and fought off the Decepticons. He later returned Lin-Che home, to return the favor. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} After Miko was kidnapped by MECH agent [[Novo]], Optimus joined the hunt to find her. When Novo, now in a mechanoid body thanks to a MECH experiment, returned Miko to them, Optimus offered him the help of Ratchet and the Autobots' technical expertise, but Novo turned him down. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> Optimus led a team to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, and found not the expected environmental terrorists, but human soldiers in [[robotic battle suit]]s. After finding dealing with the humans in a non-lethal matter difficult, Optimus took Jack's suggestion of surrendering, and once [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]] realised his opponents were alien robots, he stopped fighting. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} After it turned out that the missing Bulkhead had been imprisoned on the Decepticon warship, Optimus took a team, including the three kids, to the ship to mount a rescue. During the course of freeing Bulkhead, he trashed at least two Decepticons and blew a hole through the side of the ship. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and his team took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]]. Unsurprisingly, they survived and returned to base to find Bumblebee and Raf had made a mess in their absence. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> ===''Rescue Bots'' pack-in storybooks===<br /> After [[Cody Burns]] helped [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] put out a fire that had threatened Fire Station Prime, Optimus Prime spoke to them through a screen, asking if Cody would join the Rescue Bots. Cody accepted. {{storylink|Prime Alert}}<br /> <br /> ===''Rescue Bots'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> [[Image:UnderPressure Optimus on monitor.jpg|right|thumb|250px|[[Playskool]] is the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> Optimus Prime sent out a call to all Autobots to come to their new home on [[Earth]]. When a team of [[Rescue Bot]]s arrived at a military base, Optimus met them there and gave them their new mission: to team up with the Burns family and help them keep [[Griffin Rock]] safe. After presenting them with vehicles to [[scanning|scan]], he introduced them to [[Charlie Burns]] and left them to get acquainted. {{storylink|Family of Heroes}} The Rescue Bots had trouble learning to work with their new human friends, and they contacted Optimus to tell him as much, but he was confident that they and the humans would learn to work together. {{storylink|Under Pressure}}<br /> <br /> After the Rescue Bots were fired by the Griffin Rock city council, [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] attempted, but failed, to contact Optimus Prime to request the reassignment of Rescue Force Sigma-17. The Rescue Bots were later reinstated. {{storylink|The Reign of Morocco}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ItsABotTime Optimus vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Optimus drops by Griffin Rock whenever he's in the mood for G1.]]<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] tracked a meteor to Griffin Rock, he used the Rescue Bots' comms screen to report in with Optimus, who commended [[Cody Burns]] on his work helping the Bots to acclimate. Three of the Rescue Bots were struck with a strange virus from the meteorite, and they consulted with Optimus and Ratchet on the best way to deal with it. Optimus was concerned that the virus could fall into [[Megatron (WFC)|evil]] [[Silas|hands]] and ordered they destroy the meteorite. {{storylink|Bumblebee to the Rescue (RB)|Bumblebee to the Rescue}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:BotToTheFuture Optimus steps forward.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Guest starring in a all new ''Tiny Titans'' comic book.]]<br /> Notified that the Rescue Bots had been inadvertently sent back in time, Optimus and Bumblebee returned to Griffin Rock. Optimus deduced that [[energon]] would be enough to power the [[Temporal Station|time machine]], so he and Bumblebee went back to 1939, arriving in time to rescue the Rescue Bots from [[Thaddeus Morocco|Doctor Morocco]]. The team returned to the present, only to find Griffin Rock overrun by [[MorBot]]s. {{storylink|It's a Bot Time}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and Bumblebee were kept busy trashing MorBots while the Rescue Bots worked out what was going on. By the time the pair ran out of MorBots to destroy, the team was ready to return to 1939 where they rescued [[Dither]] and returned the timeline to normal. Back in the present, Optimus congratulated the Rescue Bots team for their work. {{storylink|Bot to the Future}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> As [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] hunted for weapons to combat [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]], they ran into trouble and sent a distress call. Optimus had [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] GroundBridge him into a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. On arrival, he attacked Predaking. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5}} He managed to buy Bumblebee and Wheeljack the time they needed to get away with some of the weapons. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 6}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Andrei Yaroslavtsev]] (Russian), [[Alfredo Martínez]] (Spain-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:WFC-OptimusPrimeconcept.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Steroids are the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> In the waning days of the war for Cybertron, Optimus spotted a little yellow Autobot in trouble, and defeated the surrounding drone forces. [[Ratchet (WFC)| Ratchet]] arrived on the scene, and Optimus helped up the Autobot scout, who revealed his name was [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bumblebee informed Optimus that the Decepticons had taken control of communication relays, so that the only way to contact Optimus was by messenger. He also informed Optimus that their leader, [[Sentinel Zeta Prime]], was dead. Optimus suspected [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s hand, and was informed by Bumblebee that the [[Autobot High Council]] had gone into hiding because of this. Optimus believed that the Council would emerge during a safer time, and formed a team with Bumblebee and Ratchet. <br /> <br /> They drove to the [[Decagon]], where they found [[Ironhide (Prime)|Ironhide]] battling the forces of [[Starscream (WFC)| Starscream]]. After assisting him in defeating Starscream's army, they confronted Starscream himself within the Decagon. After the trio combated and drove off Starscream, a hologram of Zeta Prime's face appeared in the center of the room, stating that he is being held in the [[Kaon]] prison complex. Optimus took Bumblebee and Sideswipe to the Kaon prison, allowing themselves to be captured so that they could infiltrate the facility. The Decepticons prepared to execute them, but [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] lent a hand so they could escape, though he himself was captured. While sneaking through the corridors, the three managed to free Air Raid, [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]], and others. They continued through the hallways, and finally located the room where Zeta is being held, only to face [[Soundwave (WFC)| Soundwave]]. The Decepticon cowered behind a force field, sending [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] out to fight for him, only venturing out to administer needed repairs to his minions. As Soundwave's energy became low, he attempted to drain Zeta Prime, only to be interrupted by Optimus, who took a shot meant for Zeta. Though Soundwave and his minions retreated, the damage was done, and Zeta Prime died before Optimus could free him.<br /> <br /> Optimus brought Zeta's corpse to the site of the hiding High Council, where he lay the dead body in the center of the room. Optimus stated that the Autobots craved their guidance, but the Council stated that their mission was to choose the Primes, not to lead them. They then told him that Optimus himself is a Prime, and that he had changed the lives around him. Optimus was then told that Megatron had corrupted the core of Cybertron, and that he was the one that could remove this blight. He took this burden and responsibility, then was told by the Council that he was now Optimus ''Prime'', the last Prime. <br /> <br /> [[Image:WFC-OptimusPrimeAltmode.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Welcome to the ''Twilight Zone'' Prime.]] <br /> For a new mission, Optimus selected Ironhide and [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]], and the team ventured to the entrance of the core, where a corrupted [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] was being tortured. After a prolonged battle, the Autobots defeated the torturers and freed Omega Supreme from the Dark Energon influence. Omega Supreme escaped, and the Autobots found some [[Space slug|space slugs]] to use as steeds. One long journey later, they reached the core and defeated a corrupted slug. Unfortunately the core itself had become contaminated, and informed Optimus as much. The only solution was for the core to reboot, which would take millions of years, during which the planet would be unusable, and Optimus realized that the Autobots would have to leave their home. Before shutting down, the core revealed the [[Matrix of Leadership]], which it installed inside Optimus Prime's chest. <br /> <br /> Optimus arrived back at Iacon, where he ordered all Autobots to evacuate the planet. Megatron announced that everyone must stay or face destruction, and fired a massive cannon installed in the Dark Energon space station. Optimus Prime ordered his Air Commander [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]] to shut down the cannon with his team. They succeeded, and the station crashed into Iacon. Optimus, Bumblebee, and Ironhide discovered that the &quot;space station&quot; wasn't a space station at all: it was the giant Decepticon, [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]. They managed to defeat the heavily-armed menace, who plunged into a pool of energon. The Autobots celebrated their victory, but noticed that ''they'' have to evacuate as well. Optimus revealed a massive starship they would use called the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]], a ship still under construction that would allow them to take a part of Cybertron with them across the galaxy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|Peter Cullen (English)}}<br /> [[Image:WFCDS Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|124px|Origamimus Prime]]<br /> Optimus was a dock worker who found himself caught up in the war against the Decepticons. With the Decepticons on the hunt for the Omega Key, Zeta Prime sent Optimus and his team to protect the library, knowing he could count on his old friend. When Zeta Prime was later captured by the Decepticons, he attempted to contact Optimus. The data links keeping him in contact with the Autobots were severed, so Bumblebee tracked down Optimus at an Autobot base. Optimus subsequently rescued an [[Autobot rookie]] from Starscream, chasing the Decepticon off before joining up with Jetfire and destroying other intruders at the base. Optimus was felled by a [[laser guard]], but revived with the help of Jetfire and Bumblebee. They completed clearing the base by defeating [[Dirge (WFC)|Dirge]], and Optimus announced that the next step was to retake Iacon.<br /> <br /> He and his team entered Decepticon-occupied Iacon and destroyed the Dark Energon corruptors, allowing them to get the Decagon's defense systems back online. While they waited for Zeta Prime to make contact again, Optimus reminded Bumblebee that they couldn't let Megatron win just by giving up. Zeta let them know that he was being held in Kaon Prison, and Optimus's team infiltrated the prison in search of him. After an encounter with [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]], they ran into Megatron himself, who set more Decepticons on them. When they eventually found Zeta Prime, their leader expired. Optimus returned his body to the High Council, who appointed Optimus the new Prime.<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime attempted to solicit [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s help. Grimlock challenged him to a fight to decide whether to join up, but [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]]'s capture by Decepticons sent the Autobots off on a rescue mission instead. The Autobots tracked Swoop down to a Dark Energon laboratory on the outskirts of Iacon and freed him from Dark Energon contamination. Swoop's services were subsequently offered to the Autobots by Grimlock, who said he'd follow along to protect Swoop. Analysis of core samples by Jetfire and Ratchet indicated that they would need to disable to corrupters preventing it from repairing itself. To this end, Optimus's team traveled to the core and freed it after defeating [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]].<br /> <br /> Realising that the core needed time to repair itself, Optimus ordered the Autobots to evacuate the planet in Arks. He and his team ascended the space bridge to attack the Trypticon space station and take out its main power core. They escaped during the station's plunge towards Cybertron, but as it fell, it transformed. Optimus rallied his men against this new threat, leading the way to the crash site, where the Autobots confronted Trypticon. After the titan's downfall, Optimus and his men left Cybertron in search of a new source of energy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime coordinated many of the Autobot campaigns during the war. He dispatched Ironhide and Bumblebee to retrieve a datacore of information about Trypticon from Kaon. He later coordinated the evac measures for Cybertron, personally guarding a supply convoy while Bumblebee ran point and ensuring the safe launch of an airlift whiel the Aerialbots prevented Seekers from taking potshots at it. He also sent the Aerialbots up to Trypticon Station itself when its orbital weapon systems began annihilating the Autobot ranks.<br /> <br /> When Trypticon itself fell to Cybertron after the Aerialbot assault, it transformed into a tremendous warbot, and Optimus Prime raced out to meet it. Bumblebee and Ironhide accompanied Prime to the blast site, fighting through numerous Decepticon embankments to reach the monster. Trypticon himself proved to be an implaccable foe, and Optimus coordinated both ground-based flanking attacks and strafing runs by the Aerialbots. Eventually, the mighty menace went down, and Prime saluted Trypticon on his way to extinction. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> [[Image:FOC-GameInformerPrimeBumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|200px|&quot;No, not in the chest, you guys! The throat! The throat!&quot;]]<br /> As the Ark neared completion, Optimus was alerted to the fact that [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s team had deserted their post and the Decepticons were consequently attacking with giant [[Warp Cannon]]s. He made haste back to Autobot City where he sent [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] off in search of the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] before joining [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]] in fending off the Decepticons attacking the nerve center. When it turned out they didn't have enough energon for the defences, Optimus and [[Perceptor (Prime)|Perceptor]] decided to divert some of the energon from Ark. With Perceptor's help, Optimus got an old artillery piece working and reached the neutron cannon which he used to take out some of the attackers before running out of energon. At that point he was drawn to the city core, where he managed to awaken [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]. Optimus guided the giant in destroying the Warp Cannons, but the last of them felled Metroplex, forcing Optimus to go inside it himself.<br /> <br /> [[Image:FOC-OptimusPrimetruckart.jpg|left|thumb|200px|&quot;WFC Optimus will be so jealous!&quot;]]<br /> He didn't get very far before encountering [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and the [[Combaticon (WFC)|Combaticons]] who took him prisoner. Dragged before Megatron, Optimus was only saved by the timely reactivation of Metroplex. Once Megatron was a messy stain on the ground, Prime strongly recommended Starscream and the others leave. Some time later, Jazz and Cliffjumper reported that they'd found a massive [[energon lake]], and Optimus organized a transport to pick it up. During a Decepticon attack on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]'s crash site, Optimus was contacted by Autobots guarding the site who said that Megatron was alive. His request for confirmation was given by none other than Megatron himself, who killed the Autobots who contacted Prime. Recognizing that the Decepticons would only try to retrieve Trypticon's power core if their energon levels were dangerously low, Optimus offered a ceasefire to share what was left, but Megatron rejected his offer, saying that Optimus and the Autobots were responsible for Cybertron's death. <br /> <br /> When he was contacted by Grimlock's team who reported [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]'s experiments, Optimus ordered them back to base, only for Grimlock to ignore him. The Ark was eventually launched thanks to a last-minute sacrifice by Metroplex, but didn't get far before the Decepticons caught up in the ''Nemesis'' and attacked it. Optimus headed to the engine room to assist with the defenses there, only to encounter Megatron himself. As the two fought, Bumblebee threw himself in front of a shot meant for Optimus, and the young bot's sacrifice sent an enraged Optimus back into battle against his nemesis. The pair's fight wasn't yet finished when both they and their ships were sucked into the space bridge portal. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game optimus.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Drop an' give me fifty ''now''. ]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers Universe'' ===<br /> {{comingsoon}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers Universe}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[Image:Generationstoy-CybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|It's ''[[Transformers: The War Within|War Within]]'' but with fewer chinstraps and handvents.]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2010)<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> <br /> : Based on his appearance in ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'', ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Optimus Prime transforms from a red, blue, and silver robot into an &quot;armored truck mode.&quot; His rifle transforms as well, folding and plugging into the roof of the vehicle mode. The rifle can also [[5mm post|peg]] into his forearms, and, in its compact configuration, can attach to his shoulders via peg holes on the backs of his front tires. The weapon in its compact configuration can also be stored on his robot mode back. Optimus has a stylized sculpted Autobot insignia on his back, as seen in the game, but it is obscured by [[kibble]].<br /> <br /> : An undocumented transformation step includes flipping Optimus Prime's knees out in vehicle mode to form a back bumper with tail lights. Oddly, the toy itself and the cardbox art show Optimus Prime with four fingers on each hand, while in the video game Optimus Prime has 5 fingers. The vehicle mode pictured here is minimally mistransformed: The exhaust pipes have not been rotated to hide the indentations against the vehicle body. The instructions show the rifle being plugged in by its shorter peg, but the packaging depicts the rifle stored by its grip, which keeps the weapon higher off Prime's body, but is also more secure. <br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime is part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxes, but he and Cybertronian [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Generations|Bumblebee]] shipped ahead of their two other wavemates via [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]].<br /> <br /> :This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#United|Optimus Prime Cybertron Mode]] and [[Darkside Optimus Prime (United)|Darkside Optimus Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GenerationsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertronian Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|FOCtoy}}<br /> [[Image:Generationstoy-OptimusPrimeFOC.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Heroic Fist Truck of DOOM!!!!!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''01/#001'''<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;Ion cannon&quot;<br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, Optimus Prime is based on his ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' design, and transforms from a robot to a Cybertronian truck and back. His rifle, based on a weapon seen in concept art of Prime, can mount on the roof and rear sides of the vehicle, while in robot mode it can be hand-held, forearm-mounted, or shoulder-mounted, with the shoulder-mounted configuration involving untransforming either of his exhaust pipes. <br /> <br /> :This mold was retooled into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Generations|Ultra Magnus]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|SDCC2011}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|right|thumb|300px|This should tide us over for &lt;strike&gt;three&lt;/strike&gt; &lt;strike&gt;six&lt;/strike&gt; eight months!]]<br /> *'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, magnet, dignity-removing wearable Matrix packaging<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Matrix of Leadership Optimus Prime is an [[exclusive]] to [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011. The toy comes in a packaging shaped like the [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Prime|Matrix of Leadership]], which the owner can wear around his neck, preferably at the convention itself, so passers-by can exclaim &quot;WHERE THE HELL DID YOU GET THAT?&quot; and then try to get one themselves. The Matrix itself comes packaged in a [[Packaging|box]] that is designed to look like Optimus Prime's chest, and opens accordingly. The chest window doors are sealed with a round magnet. <br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-SDCCpackaging.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Step 1: Put Optimus Prime toy inside a wearable Matrix.&lt;br&gt; Step 2: ???&lt;br&gt; Step 3: Profit!]]<br /> <br /> : The toy itself is an early release of the Deluxe Class Optimus Prime toy from the later &quot;Entertainment Pack&quot; set (see below). There are some deco differences between this release and the later retail release; this version has gray windows instead of blue and is missing some of the silver deco on the helmet and roof/feet, as well as the yellow paint on his lights. His midriff is also darker.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EntertainmentPack}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeEP.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Can transform from truck mode to movie trailer narrator mode and back!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (5 figure gift set, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun<br /> <br /> : A Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a similarly-scaled [[Megatron (WFC)#EntertainmentPack|Megatron]] and PVC figurines of [[Jack Darby#EntertainmentPack|Jack Darby]], [[Miko Nakadai#EntertainmentPack|Miko Nakadai]], and [[Raf Esquivel#EntertainmentPack|Raf Esquivel]]. Optimus converts from robot mode to his truck mode. He comes with a gun than he can wield with his hands, as well as peg onto his hitch in vehicle mode, with different pegs for either configuration. Similar to [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|a previous Optimus Prime toy]], he features some [[Kibble#.22Faux-parts.22|faux-kibble]] in the form of his actual windshield chest being covered by sculpted panels featuring his characteristic windshield-chest.<br /> <br /> : Initial distribution of this set was... spotty at best, with most of the stock going to Canada. However, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] picked up this set, along with most of the &quot;First Edition&quot; line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|And those chest-mounted side-view mirrors go to ''where'' on the truck mode?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Number:'' '''001'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] battle sword&quot;, &quot;[[plasma cannon]]&quot;, cardboard stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: First Edition'' Voyager-Class toys, Optimus Prime transforms into a truck, with a similar (but more complex) transformation to his previous Deluxe-Class toy, and features a faux-kibble window-chest panel as well as a detailed truck cab interior. He comes with a &quot;Cybertronian battle sword&quot; and a &quot;plasma cannon&quot;, either of which can peg into his hands. The cannon also features a 5mm peg-hole on the underside of its barrel, allowing the sword (or any other compatible accessory) to mount there as a bayonet. They are stored in vehicle mode by pegging them onto either the 5mm-compatible trailer hitch, or onto each peg-hole beside it, although the [[instructions]] tell [[you]] to peg the sword facing forwards onto the hitch, with the cannon mounting backwards onto one of the side pegs. His trailer hitch ends up on his right robot leg, and he has a fake, sculpted, equally-usable trailer hitch on his left leg. As with all &quot;First Edition&quot; toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : He is minimally mis-transformed in-package and in the [[Stock photography|stock photo]], as his shoulder guards aren't flipped open. His stock photography also shows his plasma cannon as being solid black, when the final cannon is black speckled with silver paint, with slightly more painted silver details on the tips of the barrels.<br /> <br /> : The Japanese release of this figure features slightly different colors for greater [[show-accuracy]], including darker reds and blues, and a more metallic silver plastic.<br /> <br /> : The First Edition Voyagers were never released in the US, forcing buyers to import him from Canada or Japan... at first. [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] later picked up this toy, along with most of the &quot;First Edition&quot; line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012. This second run introduced a [[Variant#Colors and deco|deco variant]], in which the red paint on, beside, and below the truck side windows is omitted, revealing the patch of brown plastic underneath. As he is packaged in robot mode, with his front wheels and shoulders covering said patch, the only way to identify which version is which while in the box is by looking at the hinge joints beside his two painted torso lights, with the center portions of the hinges being unpainted brown on the variant.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded|Japanese toy, second run variant}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Shining}}<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy OptimusShining.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[June 16|6-16]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Plasma Cannon&quot;, &quot;Cybertronian Battle Sword&quot;, cardboard stand<br /> <br /> : One of two exclusive toys at the Tokyo Toy Show 2012 held on [[June 16]]th and [[June 17|17th]] (the other being [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#UnitedBlack|''United'' Black Optimus Prime]]), this is the First Edition Prime mold (see above) done up mostly in transparent plastics. He comes in a grayscale version of the First Edition packaging that is otherwise unchanged from the Japanese package, design-wise.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1576.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 1)]<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1577.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 2)]<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DarkGuard}}<br /> *'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[December 1|12-01]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Cybertronian battle sword&quot;, &quot;plasma cannon&quot;<br /> : A Japanese-exclusive black-and-gold redeco of First Edition Voyager Class Optimus Prime that's available in Yodobashi Camera, Big Camera, Toys&quot;R&quot;Us, and Aeon stores.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Rescue Bots===<br /> [[Image:RescueBots-toy_OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Admit it, you want one.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)<br /> : Optimus Prime transforms from truck to robot in one easy step! Just [[Autotransformation|fold down his legs]] and he'll spring into action! (And then fold his toes up.)<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Electronic Rescue Bots Mobile Headquarters''' (playset 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Optimus Prime, [[Cody Burns]]<br /> :The Electronic Rescue Bots [[Mobile Headquarters]] includes a Optimus Prime toy with a seat for the Cody Burns figure. He has a simple transformation that involves folding his legs and standing him up.<br /> {{picsneeded|toy}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers (2010)===<br /> [[Image:TRURageOverCybertronCybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|300px|S-s-s-so th-th-th-this i-i-i-is w-w-w-what i-i-i-it f-f-fe-feels l-l-li-like t-t-t-to b-be st-st-stu-stunned.]]<br /> *'''Rage over Cybertron''' (Multipack, 2011)<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> <br /> :A redeco of Cybertronian Optimus Prime with a translucent red front section, additional (painted) &quot;scratched paint&quot; details, some red paint highlights either omitted or changed to yellow and additional yellow circuitry pattern detailing reminiscent of the jammed abilities/mode lock/EMP effect from the ''War for Cybertron'' game, available in a [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]]-exclusive three-pack with redecos of Cybertronian Megatron and Cybertronian Bumblebee.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUROCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Rage over Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:Cyberverse_commander_oprime.jpg|thumb|300px|Add the swords from my later &quot;Nightwatch&quot; release to form ''Prime'' &quot;[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BattleSteel|Battle Steel Optimus Prime]]!&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 001'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 &quot;battle cannons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' [[Cyberverse]] Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is a smaller-scale toy, and features translucent plastic for his torso so that the toy can be illuminated using the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with two translucent &quot;battle cannon&quot; weapons which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held in different ways, store on his robot back, combine with other Cyberverse weapons as well as each other to form larger weapons, or mount onto more ports on his shoulder-pads/roof and ankles/truck sides. Additionally, he features a 5mm port for a trailer hitch. The Hasbro release comes with a pack-in file card, while his first wave release comes with a mini DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' episode, &quot;[[Masters &amp; Students]]&quot;. A [[variant]] head mold which lacks the faceplate also exists in his first wave release.<br /> <br /> : Unlike the smaller Legion Class toys' flexible, rubbery weapons, Optimus' weapons are cast in hard plastic. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyberverse Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Nightwatch}}<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 008'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 &quot;battle swords&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''Prime'' Cyberverse Commander Class toys, Nightwatch Optimus Prime is a redeco of Cyberverse Optimus Prime, using the faceplate-less version of the mold's head. His blue plastic is now gray, while his blue paint is a much darker shade, along with various more minor deco differences. He now wields a pair of swords.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BHCyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeBHtoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 001'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Launcher &amp; missile (combine to form Thunder Lance), [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHCyberverse|Star Saber]]<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: [[Beast Hunters]]'' Cyberverse Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is an all-new mold. He now transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck with spiky fenders, and comes with the Thunder Lance and Star Saber. Each of the weapons features two differently-placed 3mm posts, allowing them to be held by his hands, or mount onto two ports on the rear sides of his vehicle mode, as well as allowing the lance to additionally be used as a missile launcher, firing its missile via pressure launch.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-PrimeVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|The return of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Prime]]! ...sorta.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy OptimusTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|My headlights are totally fake.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[March 31|3-31]]-[[2012]]'''<br /> **''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-01'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon &amp; battle sword (Hasbro only), &quot;O.P.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' Optimus Prime is a new, smaller, slightly more [[Articulation|articulated]] mold, and is the first mainline ''Prime'' Optimus Prime figure released ''not'' to have fake windshield windows on his chest, though they're upside-down relative to truck-mode. <br /> <br /> : He now comes with a half-translucent gun which lights up and expands [[MechTech]]-style when the lever is pulled. Bizarrely, the main section of the weapon is sculpted to resemble Prime's forearm, with the unfolding part being his in-show gun. Additionally, he comes with an opaque sword resembling the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], which he can wield two-handed. The gun features a peg on its underside and a port on each side, while the sword features a peg and peg-hole on its hilt in addition to its 5mm handle. In robot mode, either accessory can mount on his hands, on either of his shoulders, or be pegged into either of his half-translucent forearms. In vehicle mode, the top of the vehicle mode cab can also fold back to reveal two additional peg holes, and there are three peg holes (including the fifth wheel hitch) on the back section, although the hitch tends to open up and not hold very well.<br /> <br /> : Unlike previous Voyager Class MechTech weapons, the gun cannot be set to stay expanded. This means that Prime is forced to threaten Decepticons with a random block of parts, unless you want to use one of your hands to permanently unfold his weapon.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Optimus Prime has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] release. His blue and red plastics are darker and metallic, his translucent blue plastic is darker, and a few of his [[paint operation]]s have been omitted and replaced with customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, such as his shins, feet, headlamps, and [[insignia]]s. His legs, outer forearms and truck-mode &quot;sleeper cabin&quot; side panels have been [[retool]]ed to include [[5mm post]]-holes as part of the line-wide &quot;[[Arms Micron]]&quot; gimmick. As such, he does not come with the Hasbro version's weapons, but instead an Arms Micron partner named [[O.P.]] who transforms into a weapon resembling Optimus's in-show blaster cannon. This version of the mold was also used to make ''Prime'' [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> : AM-01 Optimus was also part of a special Arms Micron promotion. Between [[March 1]]st and [[March 30]]th 2012, those who pre-ordered Optimus online from through one of four different web sites (Amazon Japan, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]], Bic Camera, and Yodobashi Camera) received the bonus promotional Micron [[Firebolt (Prime)|Firebolt]] with their Prime.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Voyager Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1460.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1461.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Weaponizer}}<br /> [[Image:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|right|thumb|350px|The only reason he still has the blaster is because mini-guns mounted on his shoulders can be very deafening.]]<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|350px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[September 29|9-29]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-21'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle (Hasbro only), &quot;R.A.&quot; Arms Micron &amp; Matrix Blade (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Weaponizer Class Optimus Prime is a large toy, similar in size to Leader Class figures from previous ''Transformers'' toylines. He features a simpler transformation and design compared to previous Leader-sized figures, with him having fake chest windows (again) and a simplified, hollow truck rear where his feet, arms, and fake chest windows are plainly visible. He comes with a blaster which can mount onto his hands, shoulder-pads, and the sides of his legs/truck rear.<br /> <br /> : His ''main'' gimmicks, however, are the two large, blue-and-white mini-guns hidden in his back/hood, which can deploy and &quot;weaponize&quot; either mode. When deployed, the mini-guns swing out from his back/hood and spin, while a red LED inside his torso lights up briefly. With the mini-guns swinging down to the sides of his head, it can be deployed in robot mode when a yellow-painted lever above the left side of his waist is pulled to the left. It can also be deployed in vehicle mode when one manually opens the grille, and a gray button on his truck roof is pressed down. Pushing down on the red lever on the center his torso (in either mode) briefly lights up the LED again and swings the mini-guns back into their hiding places.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] version, dubbed '''Arms Master Optimus''', uses darker, metallic plastics, casts the backs of his thighs in metallic red, replaces his metallic silver paint with glossy gray, and replaces a few of his paint operations with customer-applied foil stickers, such as his insignias, shins, headlamps, the ''tiny'' yellow lights on his torso, and the blue deco on his truck panel sides. He has also been retooled with additional 5mm pegs for his thighs, roof, and lower backpack, as well as ports for his forearms, shoulders, smokestacks, fuel tanks, and roof. Instead of the rifle, he comes with a very large [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#ArmsMaster|Matrix]] which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab, with the Matrix also being covered in 5mm posts and holes so that Arms Microns can be attached to it. He additionally comes with a clear-blue &quot;Shining&quot; version of the Arms Micron, [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Matrix Saber]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RemoteControlled}}<br /> *'''Remote Controlled Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Remote control<br /> <br /> :An electronic Optimus Prime, operable by remote control. As well as driving around, the remote control allows you to convert Optimus from truck to robot and trigger his punching action.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BattleShield}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-BattleShieldOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Real is Brown.]]<br /> *'''Battle Shield Optimus''' (Voyager, [[August 12|8-12]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;O.P. A&quot;, &quot;Pral G&quot;, &quot;Sais G&quot;, &quot;Jayz G&quot; Arms Microns, sword, trailer<br /> <br /> : [[Exclusive]] to Japanese [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] stores, this [[redeco]] of AM-01 Optimus features warmer, metallic shades of plastic, replaces the gray plastic around his windshield-chest with red, and replaces the clear-blue plastics with clear-black. He comes with the Hasbro version's battle sword, which is now a darker, warmer shade. For Arms Microns, he now comes with [[O.P.#Gray|O.P. A]], [[Pral#Gold|Pral G]], [[Sais#Gold|Sais G]], and [[Jayz#Gold|Jayz G]], and the latter three can combine to form a golden version of the [[Cosmotector#Gold|Cosmotector]] shield (hence the name). <br /> <br /> :If purchased during the summer 2012 promotional period, he would also have come with a cardboard trailer unit that features Arms Micron mounting points, and can carry a Deluxe Class vehicle (like, say, [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Deluxe|Bumblebee]]).<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1635.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1636.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1637.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 3)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1638.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 4)]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|OrionPax}}<br /> *'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, [[October 20|10-20]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun, &quot;Gold Metal R.A.&quot; Arms Micron<br /> <br /> : A Bic Camera and Joshin Kids' Land exclusive, this redeco is the first release of the ''Prime: First Edition'' Deluxe class Optimus Prime figure in Japan. He features several customer-applied foil stickers, including Decepticon insignias of varying sizes. He comes with a [[R.A.#Orion|gold vac-metal version of the Arms Micron, R.A.]], as well as the normal blaster-cannon.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DarkEnergon}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeDEtoy-OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|I feel so fiery and gutsy...]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Dark Energon Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Number'': '''002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon, battle sword<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Dark Energon Series|Prime: Dark Energon]]'' Optimus Prime is a [[BigBadToyStore]]-exclusive redeco/retool of RID Optimus Prime, being is cast in translucent red and orange, and three shades of opaque blue. He comes with a new mouthplate-less head.<br /> <br /> : Though he was packaged on an individual box, he was initially sold as part of a set with [[Megatron (WFC)#DarkEnergon|Dark Energon Megatron]]. He was eventually made available on his own, and all of the the Dark Energon Series toys were eventually made available in Singapore as mass-retail releases. The Voyager Class toys, in particular, also saw mass-retail release in the Philippines.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PrimeUnicronPack}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-PrimeUnicronPack-OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime + Gaia Unicron''' (2013)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;O.P&quot; Arms Micron<br /> <br /> :This Asian-exclusive redeco of AM-01 Optimus Prime features a sticker-less, extensive paint-job, coating his red parts and half-translucent arms in glossy metallic paint, painting his torso, shins, grille, fenders, and wheel rims silver, painting half of his feet in glossy black, having painted headlights, and featuring a unique &quot;snake&quot; insignia on his roof/right shoulder-pad, due to 2013 being the &quot;Year of the Snake&quot;. [[O.P.#PrimeUnicronPack|O.P]] comes pre-assembled, lacks stickers, and features paint operations.<br /> <br /> :He and O.P come in a multi-pack with a similarly-shiny [[Unicron/toys#PrimeUnicronPack|Gaia Unicron]] (with [[Bogu]]).<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Platinum Edition===<br /> [[Image:PlatinumEditiontoy-YOTSOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|400px|Platimus.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Year of the Snake exclusive, 2013)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Firetruck drone, helicopter drone, drill tank drone, submarine drone, trailer, rifle, missile<br /> <br /> :A BigBadToyStore/Amazon shared exclusive, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' &quot;Year of the Snake&quot; Optimus Prime is a redeco of [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|''Energon'']] [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Energon|Super Class Optimus Prime]], and transforms into a Cybertronic short-nosed truck cab. He is armed with a spring-loaded [[missile]] launcher that is held by his hands via 5mm post, and can store on the rear of his truck mode (which becomes the backpack of his robot mode) when not in use. He lacks the electronics that previous versions have.<br /> <br /> :He comes with a trailer which has flip-down support struts at the rear to enable it to stand alone, and either side of the trailer features a Mini-Con-compatible peg. The trailer stands upright to become an &quot;Energon tower&quot; with a helipad, as well as a radar dish with a 5mm peg-hole. The trailer houses four &quot;assault vehicles&quot; which are redecoes of the [[Prime Force]] drones, and three of the trailer's four storage compartments feature launching mechanisms that propel the vehicles into action. The &quot;assault vehicles&quot; consist of a firetruck with an extending ladder and rotating turret, a helicopter with spinning rotors, a drill tank with a gear-wheel-activated spinning drill, and a submarine with opening capture claws beneath its bow. Combining with the four interchangeable drones to form limbs, Optimus Prime can also transform into &quot;[[Super Mode|Super Optimus Prime]]&quot;, and any drone is capable of forming any limb.<br /> <br /> :In lieu of combining with his drones, Optimus Prime can also combine with ''Platinum Edition'' [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to form what his instructions ''also'' call &quot;Super Optimus Prime&quot;. The drones are color-matched to Omega Supreme, and can attach to four connectors on his body. In an undocumented feature, Prime can also merge with ''Energon'' [[Wing Saber (Energon)#Energon|Wing Saber]] in a similar fashion, with Wing Saber splitting into four components that connect to Prime as limbs. Wing Saber's red and white torso components can become arms for Prime while his legs attach to Prime's own, creating a &quot;flight mode&quot; of sorts, but the parts can also be swapped around, with Wing Saber's legs deploying large missile launchers and becoming arms.<br /> <br /> :Though the [[stock photography]] shows the original mouthed-face head and smooth inner chest windows, the final toy uses the face-plated head and ridged inner windows. The [[packaging]]'s [[bio]] is every Optimus Prime bio ever, but considering he combines and interacts with Omega Supreme, who appears to be an [[Aligned continuity family]] version of the character, it seems necessary that Optimus Prime is as well.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> {{anchor|BHVoyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeBHtoy-Voyager-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|300px|MONSTER FIRETRUCK transforms into JETPOWER OPTIMUS PRIME!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G11'''<br /> ** ''Accessories:'' Two &quot;Ionic Pulse Launchers&quot;/&quot;Eaglefire Missile Launchers&quot;, two missiles, [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHVoyager|Star Saber]]<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' Voyager Class toys, Optimus Prime is a larger, all-new mold. He also transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck, but differs from his Cyberverse toy by having a faceplate-less mouth, and by being equipped with a large four-winged backpack in robot mode. He features a 5mm port for each of his hands, one on his backpack, one near each of his front wheels, and one on each of his two upper wings.<br /> <br /> :He comes with the Star Saber, which has a 5mm handle and a post on its hilt, as well as two spring-loaded, missile-firing &quot;Ionic Pulse Launchers&quot; (which are called &quot;Eaglefire Missile Launchers&quot; in the instructions). The launchers each feature a 5mm post, have flip open prods, and can peg onto the ports near the wheels on his robot back, giving him a pair of back-mounted rocket engines. His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5|fifth chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :His packaging stock photography depicts translucent green missiles that are opaque light-gray in the final product.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BHWeaponizer}}<br /> *'''Dragon Disc Optimus Prime''' (Ultimate, 2013)<br /> : Part of the first wave of &quot;Prime: Beast Hunters&quot; Ultimate Class toys. Optimus will feature light, sounds, and an automorph gimmick. <br /> <br /> Just like his size class partner &quot;Predaking&quot;, Optimus will be larger than the averge leader class figure. <br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Vehicle code name: Rhino]] <br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''1'''<br /> :Happy Meal Optimus Prime is a nontransformable truck! When the smokestacks are pushed completely forward, a red LED shines out the translucent plastic of his windshield, headlights, and the Autobot symbol on his grill. An on/off switch on the trucks's underside enables or disables the light feature.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers Gum===<br /> [[Image:KabayaKit-TFGum-WFCOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> :Part of the fifth wave of [[Kabaya]]'s revival of the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' series, this snap-on transforming model kit of ''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime is sculpted from red, light blue, and gray plastics, and uses [[sticker]]s for detail. He comes with a blue non-transforming version of his [[C joint|hand-held]] blaster rifle, which mounts at the rear in vehicle mode. He comes packed with a model kit of [[Eaglebreast#Transformers Gum|Eaglebreast]], and stick of gum.<br /> <br /> :This figure suffers from a [[design flaw]], in that his knee joint pegs are slightly too big for their sockets, and that the resulting connection is so tight that it makes the sockets form stress marks and eventually crack.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:TFPrimeOptimustruck.jpg|thumb|200px|So, it hasn't got [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|flames]]. [[Ruined FOREVER|It's still not a flat nose truck.]]]]<br /> [[Image:SDCCPrimeOptimusPrimeTestShot.jpg|thumb|200px|&gt; OPEN PACKAGE&lt;br&gt;You open the package. There is an Optimus Prime inside.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|200px|It am BIZARRO OPTIMUS PRIME!]]<br /> *''Exodus'' and ''War for Cybertron'' are different continuities within the same &quot;continuity family&quot;, so their difference on Optimus Prime's pre-Prime name is not a real contradiction in and of itself. However [[Hasbro]]'s [http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/play/details.cfm?guid=7fd5ecd9-19b9-f369-1041-a7635be83172 online timeline]—meant as prequel to ''War for Cybertron''—refers to Optimus's pre-Prime name as &quot;Orion Pax&quot; like ''Exodus''. To confuse matters even more, in [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|War for Cybertron]]'' comic, [[Alex Irvine]], in adapting scenes from his novel, still keeps the character's name as &quot;Orion Pax&quot;, when it is also meant to occur prior the game's events.<br /> *Optimus is rather forgetful in ''Exodus''. Alpha Trion tells him twice that he had suggested to the High Council that Orion might be the Prime foretold in the [[Covenant of Primus]]. Then he tells Jetfire that the Core told him of Project Generation One, when it was a contingency plan Trion told him about, put in place since the Breaking of the Primes. Then again, leading an army for thousands or millions of years may place a strain on a bot's memory servers.<br /> *Optimus's CG model underwent modifications between &quot;[[Darkness Rising]]&quot; and the first season proper, with his chest windows lowered somewhat during scenes when he is not in battle.<br /> * A black and red version of the First Edition deluxe Optimus Prime could be seen in the [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011 ''Transformers'' slide show, inside a mock-up of the wearable Matrix of Leadership package done for the convention that year. This figure was presumably a test-shot, as it seems to share plastic colors with ''Generations'' [[Black Shadow (Victory)#Generations|Sky Shadow]] (who was, coincidentally, first revealed at that same Comic-Con).<br /> *''Fall of Cybertron''&lt;nowiki&gt;'s&lt;/nowiki&gt; truck mode is described by [[High Moon Studios]] principal artist [[Mike Brown]] as a &quot;fist with wheels attached to it.&quot; [http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/10/10/fall-of-cybertron-the-new-optimus-prime.aspx]<br /> *At [[BotCon 2012]], High Moon Studios stated that [[Path Blaster|&quot;Optimus Prime's weapon&quot;]] was designed to look like an earlier version of the rifles he wields in the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' television series.<br /> * Optimus Prime'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 Optimus Prime parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Optimus has several powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> [[Image:SickMind CybSat-OpSkyMaster.jpg|right|thumb|200px|He's about to pull a Powdered Toast Man.]]<br /> <br /> *'''Sword Mode''' (ソードモード ''sōdomōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2, C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Optimus's &quot;Sword Mode&quot;, depicted on his AM-01 release box-back, which is just him brandishing the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] while [[C.L.]] is attached to Optimus's right leg. Woo.<br /> <br /> *'''Sky Master Mode''' (スカイマスターモード ''sukaimāsutāmōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2 (x2), C.L. (x2), Jida (x2), O.P.<br /> : The more interesting &quot;Sky Master Mode&quot;, revealed in the &quot;[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]&quot; segment of &quot;[[Sick Mind|Phantom Transformation! Mind-Diving]]&quot;, has him using O.P. as a blaster, ''two'' [[B.2]]s as leg-thrusters, and ''two'' sets of C.L./[[Jida]](!) combinations as back-mounted jetpacks. The [[Arms Micron#AMW Series|AMW versions]] of C.L. and Jida, while not as color-coordinated, are a far more economical option than buying two of each Cliffjumper. Good luck with the second B.2. This mode was created as a &quot;counter&quot; to the aerial combatant Starscream, along with the [[Energon Sniper]] Combo Weapon (despite it being a Decepticon-Micron-formed weapon). Apparently, the &quot;Arms Up Mission&quot; game isn't picky about factions.<br /> <br /> *'''Galaxy Prime Mode''' (ギャラクシープライムモード ''gyarakushiipuraimumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2, Jayz, O.P., Pral, R.A., Sais<br /> : Seen on [[Unicron/toys#Prime|Gaia Unicron]]'s boxback, &quot;Galaxy Prime mode&quot; has Optimus wearing Gaia Unicron in &quot;Gaia Armor&quot; mode while holding the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] and [[Cosmotector]] Super Combo Weapons.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Optimus Prime''' (オプティマス・プライム ''Oputimasu Puraimu'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Kē Bó Wén''' (Taiwan, 柯博文), '''Qíng Tīan Zhù''' (China, 擎天柱, &quot;Pillar that Supports the Sky&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Autobot leaders]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame]]<br /> [[Category:Matrix bearers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Primes]]<br /> [[Category:Rescue Bots Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers (2010) Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers Online Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Beast_Hunters_(toyline)&diff=782464 2013-02-09T04:47:57Z

<p>This Guy: /* Supreme */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Beasthunters-logo1.png|right|300px|]]<br /> '''Beast Hunters''' is the [[subline imprint]] for the second phase of the [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]] franchise, also extending into the [[Kre-O]] franchise.<br /> <br /> This change was made to reflect the theme of the third season of the [[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|cartoon]], in which the Autobots contend with not just [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s [[Decepticon]]s, but also with some... beast... things?<br /> <br /> The toys sold under this banner transform into animals or pointy bricks with wheels.<br /> <br /> There ''may'' be some sort of video game to go with the franchise. &lt;ref&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/transformers-prime-beast-hunters-video-game-trademark-revealed-176549/ Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Video Game Trademark Revealed]{{factions|}}&lt;/ref&gt; <br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> For this subline, on-package [[Bio|bios]] were reduced in length to just a sentence or two, and instead [[Instructions|instruction sheets]] feature facts about the figure's weapon, and a chapter of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' prose story, each of which focuses on the appropriate character in addition to continuing an ongoing story.<br /> <br /> ===Deluxe Class===<br /> '''''Series 2'''''<br /> <br /> '''Wave 1'''<br /> *001 [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Bumblebee]] with Eagleshot Bow and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 1|Chapter 1]]<br /> *002 [[Soundwave (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Soundwave]] with [[Ravage (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ravage]], Talon Grapple Cannon, and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2|Chapter 2]]<br /> *003 [[Lazerback]] with Toxic Strike Blaster and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 3|Chapter 3]]<br /> *004 [[Wheeljack (Prime)#Beast Hunters|Wheeljack]] with Falcon Spear and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 4|Chapter 4]]<br /> <br /> '''Wave 2'''<br /> *005 [[Starscream (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Starscream]] with Thunder Talon and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7|Chapter 7]]<br /> *006 [[Ripclaw (Prime)|Ripclaw]] with Snapping Siphon Claw and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 8|Chapter 8]]<br /> *007 [[Bulkhead (Prime)#Beast Hunters|Bulkhead]] with Spinning Dragon Grinder and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 9|Chapter 9]]<br /> *008 [[Smokescreen (Prime)#Beast Hunters|Smokescreen]] with Electronet Launcher, Shadow Quill Armor, and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 10|Chapter 10]]<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class===<br /> '''''Series 2'''''<br /> {{-}}<br /> It was stated on Hasbro's 2013 Toy Fair Press Release, there are six planned Voyagers in the Beast Hunters line.<br /> <br /> ''' Wave 1'''<br /> *001 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)#BHVoyager|Optimus Prime]] with Ionic Pulse Launchers/Eaglefire Missile Launchers, [[Star Saber (Prima)#Beast Hunters|Star Saber]], and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5|Chapter 5]]<br /> *002 [[Predaking (Prime)#Voyager|Predaking]] with Hydrafire Blasters and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 6|Chapter 6]]<br /> <br /> ''' Wave 2'''<br /> *003 [[Shockwave (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Shockwave]] with [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 11|Chapter 11]]<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Weaponizer===<br /> '''''Series 2'''''<br /> *001 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)#BHWeaponizer|Optimus Prime]]<br /> *002 [[Bumblebee (WFC)#BHWeaponizer|Bumblebee]]<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Ultimate Class===<br /> '''''Series 1'''''<br /> <br /> *001 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)#BHUltimate| Optimus Prime]]<br /> *002 [[Predaking (Prime)#BHUltimate|Predaking]]<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> Main article: [[Cyberverse#Series 3|Cyberverse]]<br /> <br /> ===Kre-O===<br /> Main article: [[Kre-O#Kre-O Beast Hunters|Kre-O]]<br /> <br /> ===Japanese Exclusives===<br /> <br /> {{stub|Are we sticking the toyline here? We did for Unicron Battles and Battle for the Spark. '''Standards May Rule!'''}}<br /> <br /> == Footnotes ==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Subline imprint]]<br /> [[Category:Prime]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Beast_Hunters_(toyline)&diff=782463 2013-02-09T04:46:26Z

<p>This Guy: /* Weaponizer */</p> <hr /> <div>[[Image:Beasthunters-logo1.png|right|300px|]]<br /> '''Beast Hunters''' is the [[subline imprint]] for the second phase of the [[Transformers: Prime (franchise)| Prime]] franchise, also extending into the [[Kre-O]] franchise.<br /> <br /> This change was made to reflect the theme of the third season of the [[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|cartoon]], in which the Autobots contend with not just [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s [[Decepticon]]s, but also with some... beast... things?<br /> <br /> The toys sold under this banner transform into animals or pointy bricks with wheels.<br /> <br /> There ''may'' be some sort of video game to go with the franchise. &lt;ref&gt;[http://www.tfw2005.com/transformers-news/transformers-prime-39/transformers-prime-beast-hunters-video-game-trademark-revealed-176549/ Transformers Prime Beast Hunters Video Game Trademark Revealed]{{factions|}}&lt;/ref&gt; <br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> For this subline, on-package [[Bio|bios]] were reduced in length to just a sentence or two, and instead [[Instructions|instruction sheets]] feature facts about the figure's weapon, and a chapter of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' prose story, each of which focuses on the appropriate character in addition to continuing an ongoing story.<br /> <br /> ===Deluxe Class===<br /> '''''Series 2'''''<br /> <br /> '''Wave 1'''<br /> *001 [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Bumblebee]] with Eagleshot Bow and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 1|Chapter 1]]<br /> *002 [[Soundwave (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Soundwave]] with [[Ravage (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Ravage]], Talon Grapple Cannon, and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 2|Chapter 2]]<br /> *003 [[Lazerback]] with Toxic Strike Blaster and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 3|Chapter 3]]<br /> *004 [[Wheeljack (Prime)#Beast Hunters|Wheeljack]] with Falcon Spear and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 4|Chapter 4]]<br /> <br /> '''Wave 2'''<br /> *005 [[Starscream (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Starscream]] with Thunder Talon and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 7|Chapter 7]]<br /> *006 [[Ripclaw (Prime)|Ripclaw]] with Snapping Siphon Claw and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 8|Chapter 8]]<br /> *007 [[Bulkhead (Prime)#Beast Hunters|Bulkhead]] with Spinning Dragon Grinder and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 9|Chapter 9]]<br /> *008 [[Smokescreen (Prime)#Beast Hunters|Smokescreen]] with Electronet Launcher, Shadow Quill Armor, and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 10|Chapter 10]]<br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Voyager Class===<br /> '''''Series 2'''''<br /> {{-}}<br /> It was stated on Hasbro's 2013 Toy Fair Press Release, there are six planned Voyagers in the Beast Hunters line.<br /> <br /> ''' Wave 1'''<br /> *001 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)#BHVoyager|Optimus Prime]] with Ionic Pulse Launchers/Eaglefire Missile Launchers, [[Star Saber (Prima)#Beast Hunters|Star Saber]], and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5|Chapter 5]]<br /> *002 [[Predaking (Prime)#Voyager|Predaking]] with Hydrafire Blasters and [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 6|Chapter 6]]<br /> <br /> ''' Wave 2'''<br /> *003 [[Shockwave (WFC)#Beast Hunters|Shockwave]] with [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 11|Chapter 11]]<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Supreme===<br /> '''''Series 2'''''<br /> *001 [[Dragon Disc Optimus Prime (WFC)#BHSupreme| Optimus Prime]]<br /> *002 [[Predaking (WFC)#BHSupreme|Predaking]]<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Ultimate Class===<br /> '''''Series 1'''''<br /> <br /> *001 [[Optimus Prime (WFC)#BHUltimate| Optimus Prime]]<br /> *002 [[Predaking (Prime)#BHUltimate|Predaking]]<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> Main article: [[Cyberverse#Series 3|Cyberverse]]<br /> <br /> ===Kre-O===<br /> Main article: [[Kre-O#Kre-O Beast Hunters|Kre-O]]<br /> <br /> ===Japanese Exclusives===<br /> <br /> {{stub|Are we sticking the toyline here? We did for Unicron Battles and Battle for the Spark. '''Standards May Rule!'''}}<br /> <br /> == Footnotes ==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Subline imprint]]<br /> [[Category:Prime]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Optimus_Prime_(WFC)&diff=782462 2013-02-09T04:44:17Z

<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|autobot|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambig3|Optimus Prime}}<br /> :''Optimus Prime is the leader of the [[Autobot]]s from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeOptimus.jpg|thumb|300px|Megatron awakened within him a secret yearning. The slashfic writes itself.]]<br /> The Cybertronian who would become '''Optimus Prime''' was once a simple data clerk, satisfied with his job. It wasn't until he heard of an outspoken gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and his call for an upheaval of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s society that he realized he was dissatisfied with his lot in life- and that the oppressive [[caste system]] hindered the freedom of all the sentient beings on Cybertron. Little did he realize that his boss, the archivist [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]], knew of a secret potential within the data clerk, and that Cybertron's history was at a precipice. Once he and Megatron discovered they did not have as much in common as they once believed, the lowly data clerk was promoted by the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] to be the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. <br /> <br /> Over the centuries, loss and war have led Optimus to appear stern and serious to most. But scratch the surface, and you'll find an individual who greatly cares for his fellow living beings, with a warmth and kindness his closest friends can rely on. You'll also find regret over the loss of a comrade to darkness, and the faintest glimmer of hope that he can be saved.<br /> <br /> He is sometimes partnered with Chief [[Charlie Burns]].<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|We will [[Theme song|wage our battle to destroy the evil forces of the Decepticons]] wherever it may take us. And one day, we will go home.|Optimus Prime|''[[Transformers: Exodus]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> ====''Exodus''====<br /> Like all Cybertronians, when Orion Pax emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]], he was taught how to transform, to select a natural [[alternate mode]], and was put in a [[caste system|caste]]. At the [[Hall of Records]], Orion would read and index information from the [[Communication Grid]], but was forbidden to analyze. That was [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]]'s job, and the two became friends. Orion began monitoring Megatron's transmissions, and began a secret correspondence with him because he agreed with his beliefs. They had intense but friendly debates over the nature of free will and the dangerousness of their ideals, and Megatron suggested Orion learn how to fight for his beliefs. Orion began training with Jazz, learning to fire an [[ion blaster|ion-cannon]] and to fashion his arms into an [[energon-axe|axe]] and a [[Dual Energon Swords|sword]]. <br /> <br /> Orion made his first trip to [[Kaon]] to meet Megatron in person at his base. Megatron was the only gladiator who gave Orion a warm welcome. Terrorists began bombings in Megatron's name, and he made his first public announcement on the Grid, stating he was not responsible for the attacks and would bring the perpetrators to justice. Orion followed him up with a speech of his own. Orion trusted Megatron, believing if he were responsible for the attacks, he would have wanted to be associated with them. Later, when [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] took him to meet Megatron at an arena beneath the [[Observatory of Iacon]], Orion was shocked to see Jazz in attendance, and that Megatron had heard rumors about the bombings but did nothing to prevent them.<br /> <br /> [[Image:War for Cybertron comic - Orion testimony.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Lookin' awful buff and armored for an insignificant young library clerk. One has to wonder if the [[Guilds of Cybertron|Guilds]] may have dropped the ball on this one.]]<br /> When &quot;[[Decepticon]]s&quot; kidnapped [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Prime]], Orion requested Alpha Trion arrange an audience with [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] for him and Megatron. During their hearing in the [[High Council Tower]], Orion rigorously defended their ideals, even reviving the ancient philosophical phrase &quot;[[Autobot]]s&quot; to describe the autonomy his brethren sought. It was then Councilor [[Halogen (Prime)|Halogen]] declared Orion the new [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]: Optimus Prime. An outraged Megatron accused his brother of treachery, and then murdered Halogen. When Optimus ordered the [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] to not harm Megatron, Megatron declared Optimus had fallen into the trappings of power the High Council had foisted upon him, and those in attendance dispersed, with the planet forever divided into Autobots and Decepticons. <br /> <br /> Optimus forgoed the first engagement of the war, allowing the Decepticons to take [[Fort Scyk]] so he would gain time to recruit more Autobots. Optimus learned from Jazz after the fall of Scyk that he would have to learn to not mourn every soldier. Optimus fought for the first time during the next battle, the siege of the [[Hydrax Plateau]]. The first Cybertronian he ever killed was a former industrial drone named [[Drixco]]. Afterwards Optimus confided to Alpha Trion that the act of killing alone made him feel he was on the wrong side. Despite the efforts of Optimus and [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] the Decepticons conquered the Hydrax Plateau. It was at the stalemate of [[Praxus]] that Optimus gained the indispensable allies [[Prowl (Prime)|Prowl]] and [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. The first Autobot victory was at [[Kalis]], a vital area due to its fusion reactor that powered Iacon. Optimus, Jazz and [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]] worked together to bring down the monstrous [[Bruticus (Prime)|Bruticus Maximus]], but the battle was mostly won due to the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]]s' absence. As Energon depleted, the war descended into a mere siege of Iacon lasting millions of cycles, and Optimus opted to eject the [[AllSpark]] itself into space: during this battle Optimus gained another great friend in [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. <br /> <br /> Following a lull in the war, the Decepticons began using [[Dark Energon]] and routed the Autobots, but Optimus wisely predicted it was an inefficient resource that would run out soon. To his horror, Megatron and Starscream infiltrated [[Teletraan-1]] to steal the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]], and although Teletraan-1 awakened the legendary [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to ferry the Chamber to safety, the Dark Energon-powered Decepticons overpowered the Autobots and used the Chamber to corrupt the [[Core]] of Cybertron and infested the planet with Dark Energon. During the battle, Megatron revealed he had killed Sentinel Prime below the High Council Tower to gain access to the Chamber. Afterwards Prowl picked up a message from Sentinel on the Grid, and Optimus, realizing he had not found Sentinel's body in Iacon, deduced Sentinel was alive. When Optimus, Jazz and Prowl rescued him from Kaon Prison, they found the city strangely deserted. Optimus believed Dark Energon was having a severe effect on Decepticon morale. When they found Sentinel, he was dying. He regretted his overlong reign as Prime, and that the High Council had made the right decision in appointing Optimus Prime. He finally told him he had to go to the Core and purge its corruption of Dark Energon. <br /> <br /> After Sentinel's funeral in Iacon, where Optimus was officially appointed Prime after holding the de facto position for so long, he journeyed to the Core with Bumblebee and [[Jetfire (WFC)|Jetfire]] and removed the Plasma Energy Chamber. It was then a voice from the Core told Optimus he was too late, and the Autobots would have to leave Cybertron as the planet healed itself. But it finally bestowed upon him the [[Matrix of Leadership]], the essence of [[Primus]], explaining that while Sentinel lived, he was still Prime, and that he had been unworthy of the Matrix. It told him that when the day came that they would return to Cybertron, the Core and the Matrix would restore the planet and Optimus would lead the Autobots in an &quot;age of unimagined wonders&quot;. Afterwards, Optimus launched [[Ark (WFC)|Project Generation One]], to build a ship—that Jazz dubbed the ''Ark''—to take them to the stars, a plan some Autobots objected to.<br /> <br /> But before their exodus, Optimus planned to fool Megatron by gathering every spaceworthy vessel and having them rendezvous at what was apparently the last remaining [[space bridge]] in orbit. Megatron ordered [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] fire on the ships, but Optimus ordered a fallback as he, Jetfire, Jazz, Ironhide, Prowl, Sideswipe and Bumblebee flew the ''[[Eight Track (WFC)|Eight Track]]'' to board the monster and knocked him from orbit by blasting his [[Spark]] containment field. Optimus's team returned to find the ''Ark'' ready at the Well of All Sparks, and bid goodbye to those—including Jetfire, Magnus and Omega—who stayed to fend off Trypticon as he transformed to attack. Optimus also bade farewell to Alpha Trion, who believed [[Vector Sigma]] would protect him when the rest of the planet would be unable to sustain life: it was then Optimus realized Alpha Trion was one of the [[Thirteen|thirteen original Transformers]].<br /> <br /> Yet as the ''Ark'' took off the Decepticons overran Iacon and Megatron and his elite boarded Trypticon, who transformed into a ''Nemesis''-class cruiser and pursued the Autobots. Megatron used his and Orion's old frequency to inform Optimus that he would pursue him across the stars and eventually kill him. The ''Ark'' entered the last space bridge and emerged with the ''Nemesis'' gone. They were near a [[Milky Way|spiral galaxy]] and Prowl detected the AllSpark. Knowing the Matrix within would help them find a way home, Optimus vowed that the Autobots would continue to wage their battle across the stars. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> ====''Exiles''====<br /> After passing through the unstable Space Bridge, Optimus Prime and his crew found themselves in the vicinity of the lost Cybertronian colony world of [[Velocitron]], and with the help of a starmap projected by the Matrix, the Autobots entered orbit above the planet. Optimus Prime led a small exploratory team to the planet's surface, where they met [[Blurr (Prime)|Blurr]], [[Override (Prime)|Override]] and [[Ransack (Prime)|Ransack]]. It was a time of great stress between Velocitron's rulers, and the Autobots' arrival from mythical Cybertron only exacerbated the situation. Worse still, active acts of sabotage on the Ark led the Autobots to the conclusion that one of their crew was actually a Decepticon agent. Optimus concluded there was little they could do at the moment other than remain on guard. Later, Optimus traveled with a young Velocitronian named [[Clocker (Prime)|Clocker]] to Velocitron's south pole, where he discovered a fragment of metal that he thought might belong to the mythical [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. His investigations were cut short by an attack of rebel Velocitronians, forcing him to return to the city of [[Delta]], where he discovered what he thought was another fragment. Although the Autobots secured an ally in Override, they left Velocitron on the brink of civil war during their departure, as Ransack's followers had been corrupted by the Decepticon rhetoric of &quot;peace through tyranny&quot; spread by the Ark's traitor. <br /> <br /> The next leg of their journey through the Space Bridge brought the Autobots to fabled Junkion, a world composed entirely of space junk. Optimus Prime made contact with the leader of the planet's inhabitants, a scatterbrained robot named [[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]], who was spurred to action by the appearance of the Matrix. The Autobots went to work repairing the Ark, with the relative assistance of the Junkions. Prime discovered another fragment in a forge, and barely managed to rescue it. When Prowl discovered the traitorous [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]] was aboard, Optimus and Jazz managed to identify and trap the shifter in a stasis field, ending his threat to the Autobots. However, Optimus Prime's Matrix-induced visions led him on a quest through one of the four Space Bridge nodes surrounding Junkion, and he selected Bumblebee and Silverbolt to accompany him. Through the Bridge they came across the lonely tomb of Solus Prime, fabled artificer of the Thirteen. Her holographic spirit was called forth by the Matrix and informed the Autobots that the Requiem Blaster, most deadly of her creations, rested on Junkion and must be kept out of Decepticon hands. When the group returned to Junkion with Chaindrive in tow, Optimus assembled his findings- the [[Blades of Time]] and contacted the reclusive [[Vector Prime]].<br /> <br /> The Decepticons eventually arrived on Junkion in force, and the two sides warred over a hidden treasure at the planet's core...the Requiem Blaster. A weapon capable of drawing infinite power from nearby stellar sources, the Requiem Blaster had its own gravity field, and had literally been the core around which Junkion's &quot;junk&quot; had formed. Optimus and Megatron dueled once more as the planet tore itself apart, but the arrival of the mythical hero [[Nexus Prime]] helped to turn the tide. From him, Optimus received the [[Cyber Caliber]], a powerful sword that he used to fight Megatron to a standstill. The fighting over the Requiem Blaster ripped the planet apart, but both sides eventually called off the melee and abandoned the Blaster after learning the location of the Allspark itself. Optimus Prime and the Autobots boarded the Ark and began the long race to reach their civilization's greatest prize before Megatron could. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW ''Fall of Cybertron'' and ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:GoodIntentions-GrimlockOptimus.jpg|left|thumb|300px|The possibility of the Dinobots reacting negatively was a factor I allowed for in my planning.]]<br /> During the war for Cybertron, Optimus Prime and the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] leader [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]] didn't see eye to eye. Optimus preferred playing the long game, but Grimlock felt that caution would hinder their attempts at quick victory. During one of the Lightning Strike Coalition's missions, Optimus Prime ordered them to return to base and abandon their battle, lest they waste precious energon. Grimlock reluctantly obeyed. However, when it was discovered that [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]] was in Decepticon custody, the Lightning Strike Coalition ignored Optimus Prime's orders, broke ranks, and went after him on their own. {{storylink|Good Intentions}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeComicOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Manga is the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> In the modern day, Optimus sent an encrypted message from [[Earth]] directing the Autobots to their new world. When [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] landed, Optimus and Bumblebee detected them and came to retrieve them. For Optimus to find them under attack from [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] was no matter, for Optimus crushed the air commander and sent his brawny accomplice running. Optimus picked up the wounded Arcee, and took her through a [[GroundBridge]] to his base for [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] to repair her, while informing Cliffjumper that while his journey was over, their battle was just beginning. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Prime}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Toshiyuki Morikawa]] (Japanese), [[Alfredo Martínez]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Wan-gyeong Seong]] (Korean), [[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Reiner Schöne]] (German, Season One), [[Klaus-Dieter Klebsch]] (German, Season 2), [[Blas Garcia]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Dariusz Odija]] (Polish) [[César Marchetti]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}<br /> [[Image:OneShallRise3-corresponding.jpg|left|thumb|300px|&quot;We'll always be friends forever, won't we?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> In the waning years of the [[Golden Age]] of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Orion Pax was a clerk in the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] [[Hall of Records]], {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} mentored by [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]]. {{storylink|New Recruit}} His interests lay with the tales of ancient Cybertron history, but the more he learned about the past, the more he grew concerned about the present. There was a disparity in freedom among the classes of his race, and the ruling class was corrupt and all-powerful. In seeking a solution to this inequity, he found inspiration in the words of a gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatronus]], and the two joined forces to end corruption and bring equality to the masses. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} Optimus and Megatron became close allies, almost like brothers. But soon Megatron's ideals would become corrupted, and the two would become bitter enemies. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OneShallRise3-cametobe.jpg|right|thumb|200px|If you squint I look sort of like this in ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''. Okay, that's a lie.]]<br /> <br /> Both Megatronus—now &quot;Megatron&quot;—and Orion Pax appeared before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]], and Megatron stated it was his intention to overthrow the High Council by force and instate himself as the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. But it was Orion's speech that drew their attention. Jealous, Megatron left angrily and began his conquest, which resulted in countless casualties and left the [[Core]] of Cybertron itself [[Dark Energon|poisoned]]. It was Orion's subsequent search for the Core that completed his transformation into Optimus Prime. The Core, the essence of their creator [[Primus]], relinquished the [[Matrix of Leadership]] into his chassis. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> During the war, Optimus encountered [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]] at the [[Battle of Technahar]] when the Decepticon was sent by Megatron to kill him. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}} After Cybertron was abandoned, Optimus Prime's [[Team Prime|elite team]] of Autobots eventually made their way to Earth, where they allied themselves with the [[United States of America|United States]] government. The Autobots were assigned [[William Fowler]] as their liaison, and provided an [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|abandoned missile silo]] as a base in exchange for keeping the Decepticon threat contained. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} Optimus then sent a message into space, calling any Autobot survivors to Earth {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising1-fairquestion.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Do you have your grandfather's glasses—er, wait.]]<br /> <br /> After three years of Decepticon absence, Prime was out on the road when word reached him that [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] was facing down an entire contingent of Decepticons. Arriving to the battlefield too late, Prime delivered a eulogy for their fallen comrade. Soon after, some humans were caught up in a battle between the Autobots and Decepticons, and Optimus, knowing that they would now be targeted by the Decepticons, had them brought to the Autobot base. There, he told them about the Transformer war and assigned the Autobots to be their individual guardians. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} Presently, the apparent reactivation of Cliffjumper's lifesigns was detected by the Autobots, and they tracked it to a Decepticon [[Energon]] mine, where they discovered that Megatron had returned to Earth with Dark Energon, used to revive Cliffjumper as a zombie [[Terrorcon (Prime)|Terrorcon]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} <br /> <br /> Realizing that Megatron's goal was to create an undead army, Optimus and [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] headed to the site of an ancient Transformer battleground on Earth, arriving just as Megatron used a sliver of Dark Energon to reanimate the corpses buried there into a Terrorcon legion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} Struggling against the detrimental effects of Dark Energon, the pair cut their way through the Terrorcons, but Megatron escaped before Optimus could get his hands on him. Returning to base, Optimus was disappointed to find that [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] had let the kids go out into battle in his absence, but disturbing intel had been recovered in the process: the Decepticons were planning to use a [[space bridge]] to revive the dead of Cybertron with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}} [[GroundBridge|GroundBridging]] to the Decepticon's space bridge in Earth orbit, Optimus faced Megatron down in a one-on-one battle while the other Autobots sabotage the bridge, causing it to explode and destroy the Terrorcons, and apparently, Megatron himself. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-OptimusPrimeguns.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Pssst, Prime, your barrel openings are just painted detail.]]<br /> <br /> Despite the victory, Optimus regretted not having been able to turn Megatron to the path of peace, and Ratchet consoled the Autobot leader. When Decepticon activity was detected in an area of the desert, Optimus and Bumblebee went to investigate, discovering that Starscream had located and reactivated Skyquake from stasis. Optimus tried to appeal to the two Decepticons to consider a truce now that Megatron had gone, but Starscream merely mocked his request and Skyquake was determined to carry out his late master's wishes and terminate Prime. Optimus and Bumblebee found themselves forced to battle and destroy Skyquake, with some assistance from Fowler, but they respectfully buried their fallen foe and Prime lamented the circumstances. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Scrapheap-cloudsbreak.jpg|left|thumb|250px|&quot;Okay, ''now'' I'm ready to call Bulkhead fat.&quot;]]<br /> After Bulkhead and Bumblebee found a pod in the [[Arctic]] and brought it back to base, Optimus and Arcee went back to the Arctic to check for clues as to the pod's origin. After some time searching, the temperature sensors Ratchet had given them went off, so Optimus attempted to contact base, only to find the comms were down. The pair sought shelter, but as their temperatures slowly dropped, things looked grim. Just as they were losing hope, the GroundBridge opened and ejected Bulkhead and the swarm of [[Scraplet]]s that had been causing havoc at base. The three Autobots were subsequently able to return home, and Optimus paid tribute to their human friends who had helped eliminate the Scraplets. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Optimustrailer.jpg|thumb|right|250px|&quot;This here's Rubber Duck and I'm about to put the hammer down.&quot;]]<br /> When Bulkhead's old buddy [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] arrived on Earth, Optimus excused himself from the welcome party and went out on patrol, since &quot;Primes don't party&quot;. As such, he missed all the fun when Wheeljack turned out to be a [[Makeshift (Prime)|Decepticon spy]], but he stuck around for the second part to welcome the real Wheeljack, telling the visiting Autobot that he'd always be welcome on Earth. {{storylink|Con Job}} Not long after, when the Autobots were contracted by Fowler to help transport the experimental [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]], Optimus carried the device in a [[trailer]] to the rendezvous point, where it was transferred to a train. Unfortunately, the D.N.G.S. became a target for both the Decepticons and the human terrorist organization [[MECH]], and Prime was forced to have his Autobots break cover to fight [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicons]] while he dispatched MECH's leader [[Silas]]. A poor loser, Silas took out the train track ahead and Optimus went into [[maximum overdrive]], grabbing the train and physically halting it. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Optimuselectrocuted.jpg|thumb|250px|left|[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] and [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] were right, I should've gone for this earlier!]]<br /> Tracking an [[Energon Harvester]] to a museum, Optimus Prime and the Autobots were attacked by new Decepticons arrivals [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]], and Prime got the business end of Knock Out's [[Energon prod]], taking him out of the fight long enough for Soundwave to make off with the Harvester. Optimus led the Autobots in following the villains to Greece, and stopped their attempts to harvest an Energon seam there. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Prime had another clash with Knock Out soon after: when he discovered that Arcee and [[Jack Darby|Jack]] had disobeyed his orders against using powers for personal gain by participating in illegal street races, Optimus intervened, and helped rescued a [[Vince|captive human]] from Knock Out's clutches by ripping the Decepticon's door off. {{storylink|Speed Metal}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:SickMind-OPinfected.jpg|thumb|250px|right|I woke up late one morning with a black eye. Why the heck does everyone think I'm sick? I could've just been punched in the face. Really hard. ]]<br /> While investigating a crashed Autobot spacecraft, Optimus Prime's hopes of helping any survivors were dashed when the craft turned out to be a corpse-strewn plague ship from which he contracted [[Cybonic plague]], a pathogen engineered by Megatron himself. Arcee and Bumblebee boarded the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'' in search of a cure, and, discovering that Megatron was still alive and in stasis, Bumblebee entered his mind via a [[cortical psychic patch]]. In his dreamworld, Megatron was constantly killing imaginary Optimus Primes, and Bumblebee played on Megatron's desire to kill Optimus himself, rather than have him succumb to the plague, to convince him to hand over the cure. {{storylink|Sick Mind}} After getting back up to full health, Optimus led the Autobots to the Arctic, where Starscream was using a heat ray to melt a glacier in order to access an energon deposit. Prime boldly ploughed through the weapon's beam in order to get close enough to destroy it, but the resultant explosion left him helpless before Starscream—until he was saved at the last moment when the resurrected Megatron arrived to haul Starscream away for punishment. {{Storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Shadowzone HappymusPrime.jpg|left|thumb|250px|:D]]<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime led the Autobots in investigating a Dark Energon energy signature, and found Starscream using the substance to resurrect Skyquake. Fortunately, the additional power conveyed upon Starscream by the Dark Energon was not enough to prevent Optimus Prime from blasting his arm clean off. Presently, a GroundBridge accident catapulted Jack, Miko and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] into an alternate dimension, and when the Autobots opened a portal to bring them back, Prime took the Autobots back to the battlefield to protect them from Starscream. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Optimus's inimitable compassion even extended to Breakdown, when he was captured by the forces of MECH and Optimus determined they would rescue him. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Later, Optimus was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}} He was out on a scouting mission with Bumblebee when Ratchet detected a strange magnetic signature that turned out to be a [[Polarity gauntlet]], {{storylink|Metal Attraction}} and also missed out on an adventure in a collapsed mine, but when he heard that Jack had shown mercy to an immobilized Megatron, he was proud of the boy. {{storylink|Raf's Notes#Note15|Raf's Notes}}<br /> <br /> &lt;!--[[Image:OperationBreakdown-GroundBridge.jpg|right|thumb|300px|I get to lead 'cuz I'm the tallest!]]--&gt;<br /> [[Image:Partners-StiffOptimus.jpg|thumb|right|250px|We've replaced Optimus with a statue. Think anyone will notice?]]<br /> <br /> Exploring the wreck of a crashed [[Harbinger|Decepticon ship]], Optimus Prime and his team fell victim to [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]], who paralyzed Prime and Bulkhead with the ship's cargo: an experimental [[Immobilizer]]. Prime would have wound up handed over to Megatron and mounted on the bow of the ''Nemesis'' if not for Bumblebee, who saw the villainess off, and Ratchet, who repaired the damaged device and unfroze the pair. {{storylink|Partners}} <br /> <br /> [[Image:StrongerFaster-RatchetPrime.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Who will join me? Who will become stronger, faster, more insubordinate?]]<br /> <br /> Lost Cybertronian technology continued to cause problems for Prime and the Autobots when a formula for [[Synthetic Energon]] was beamed from a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]] into Bulkhead's mind, putting his life at risk. Refusing to sacrifice Bulkhead despite the advantage the formula would give the Autobots, Prime petitioned Megatron for the return of the cylinder so they could extract the data. In exchange, he would hand it over to the Decepticons, but Megatron refused and destroyed the device after a battle. The formula was subsequently beamed out of Bulkhead's mind into space, {{storylink|T.M.I.}} but when Ratchet proceeded to generate a batch of &quot;SynthEn&quot; and was driven mentally unstable after testing it on himself, he and Optimus came to blows, and Optimus confined him to base. Ratchet instead took off to face Megatron, forcing Prime to lead a team into a Decepticon mine to rescue him. Cured of the SynthEn's effects, Optimus reminded Ratchet that he was a vital member of the team. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeEp23-PrimeMegatron.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Slap slap.]]<br /> <br /> Believing that a prophecy in the [[Covenant of Primus]] was soon to come true and that Megatron could regard it as his destiny, Optimus Prime was finally forced to abandon any illusions of turning his old foe to the path of good after the Decepticon leader grievously wounded Raf during a battle over a power source for the villain's new space bridge. Optimus boarded the ''Nemesis'' and called Megatron out for a one-on-one battle that he vowed would be their last. The two ancient enemies fought before a volcano, and Optimus managed to fell Megatron, but just before he could deliver the killing blow, the volcano erupted with Dark Energon. Megatron experienced an increase in power, and turned the tide, {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} but thankfully, the intervention of the other Autobots saved Optimus's life. Retreating to base to review this new nightmare scenario, Optimus recounting the tale of [[Primus]], [[Unicron]] and the [[Thirteen]] to the gathered humans and told them he believed that Earth had formed around the slumbering form of Unicron, who was now in the process of awakening. Examining areas of the planet struck by earthquakes at the moment of the eruption, Optimus soon found himself confronted by Unicron himself, in an avatar formed from rock and stone. He prostrated himself before the Chaos Bringer and tried to plead for the lives of the billions of [[human]]s who dwelt on Earth, but Unicron considered them parasites and attacked Prime with wave after wave of avatars. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OneShallRise2-shake.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Kiss kiss.]]<br /> <br /> He ordered the other Autobots ''not'' to come to his aid, so naturally they came anyway. After fighting increasingly larger Unicrons, they came up against one that was too much for them. Just as it was about to step on Optimus, help came in the unlikely form of Megatron, who offered his services in eliminating Unicron and revealed that only the [[Matrix of Leadership]] held by Optimus could achieve that aim. The Autobots returned to base, where the others were horrified that Prime was intending to take up Megatron's offer, but he was resolute that all care would be taken to make sure it was a safe as possible. When Megatron stepped into the base, Optimus and the other Autobots welcomed him appropriately. Before they left on their mission, Optimus presented Jack with the key to the GroundBridge power supply. Optimus, Megatron and the Autobots were soon stepping through the GroundBridge to Earth's core, Unicron himself. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> As they moved through Unicron's internal structure, they came under attack from [[Unicron's antibodies|antibodies]]. Optimus and Megatron fought back to back, though Optimus took time out to rescue Bulkhead from falling. When they reach Unicron's spark chamber, Optimus and Megatron went inside, and, though the dark god possessed Megatron, Optimus unleashed the Matrix, apparently extinguishing Unicron's spark. However the price was high—Optimus's memory was lost and he believed himself to be Orion Pax. Megatron played along, and took him back to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Orion-Pax-Part-1-OP-Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|&quot;You mean I can't just go [[Super Mode]] and kick your ass in this show? Crap.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Megatron wasted no time in convincing Orion that black was white and up was down. Branded with the Decepticon insignia by Knock Out, Orion was shown false history of Cybertron's destruction, and convinced that the Autobots were the aggressors. Angered at Cybertron's loss, Orion promised Megatron he would do his part to help. He was put to work decoding information stolen from the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] archives, and told Megatron they were of locations of Earth, and feared that they could be weapons of mass destruction. Later, there was a commotion in the corridors, and Orion decided to investigate despite being ordered to remain in his lab, however Soundwave managed to prevent him from seeing Arcee when the Autobot managed to get on-board. Not long after, the long-absent Starscream sneaked onto the ship to steal [[energon cube]]s and ended up blundering into Orion's work room. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Surprised to see Starscream, not least because Megatron had said he was dead, Orion's suspicions became aroused as Starscream noted Megatron would likely have told him many lies. Despite asking what he knew, Starscream was quick to depart when more Vehicon guards arrived and in spite of Orion attempting to convince them to hold their fire. After Megatron's subsequent covering of the incident, Orion decided to poke through the Decepticon database and learned that he was Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OrionPax3 Optimus Decepticon insignia.jpg|left|thumb|300px|What did I do last night?]]<br /> <br /> Megatron, as it turned out, already knew he knew since his work was being monitored. Orion decided to delete his discoveries so that Megatron could not use them, however Megatron revealed he was also having his work copied. As Soundwave reported activity on Cybertron, Megatron had more Vehicon guards put at his back while he dealt with the matter, and threatened to kill him if he didn't continue his work. Orion tried to appeal to the guards to help him warn the Autobots, but they responded with a beating until he discovered he was armed and stopped them. Having realised he was meant to be an Autobot, Orion went to confront Megatron at the space bridge. However, he found he was no match for the Decepticon leader and was quickly overpowered. Just then, Arcee leapt through the space bridge from Cybertron and tackled Megatron. Behind her was Jack with the [[Key to Vector Sigma]], loaded with the information from the Matrix of Leadership. Orion questioned whether he was worthy, and Jack assured him he was. When his memory was restored, albeit minus his time as Orion, Optimus prevented Megatron from exterminating his comrades, and they returned to the Autobot base for a big reunion. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and Ratchet followed an ancient signal, and found Megatron and his forces unearthing a Cybertronian artifact, the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]]. While the two Autobots fought the other Decepticons, Bumblebee snatched the extractor from Megatron inside the GroundBridge. Later at base, Optimus theorized that the Spark Extractor was among the many Decepticon weapons confiscated during the Great War, and worried that he couldn't remember what he had revealed to Megatron when he was suffering amnesia. To compound matters, a short time later, MECH stole Bumblebee's [[transformation cog|T-cog]], causing Prime more worry. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Despite Optimus's misgivings, Ratchet talked him into approving a T-cog transplant between Ratchet and Bumblebee. When a signal indicating an artifact was detected, he cut the operation short to take Arcee and Bulkhead to secure it. Unfortunately, he and Arcee were unable to penetrate Knock Out's force field, and the Decepticons got away with the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Optimus and Wheeljack in Jackhammer.jpg|thumb|right|300px|This scene is even funnier if you imagine &quot;Mahna Mahna&quot; playing on the radio.]]<br /> <br /> When Wheeljack returned to Earth in pursuit of [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Optimus attempted to convince him to join the Autobot team. Wheeljack instead took Bulkhead to try and trap Dreadwing, only to fall into a trap themselves. Prime had to dig Wheeljack out of the resulting rubble, and joined him to rescue Bulkhead, who was strapped to one of Dreadwing's explosives. When Optimus managed to defeat the Decepticon and pin him, his gambit to make Dreadwing defuse the bomb worked, and Wheeljack gained a new respect for the Autobot leader. {{Storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> After obtaining information on Airachnid's whereabouts from Starscream, Optimus led a mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]] under Airachnid's control. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Outnumbered, Optimus offered to allow Megatron go if Dreadwing extended the same courtesy. Though Dreadwing kept his word, Megatron ordered the Vehicons to attack while he and Dreadwing escaped, but luckily the Autobots trashed them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:NemesisPrime Nemesis vs Optimus.jpg|thumb|left|300px]]<br /> Optimus returned to base from an energon mine to find that MECH had created a clone of him and were using it to attack the military. He and the Autobots attempted to stop [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] from attacking [[Alden Military Base]], but had to retreat under fire from the military. They began scouring the area, and located the MECH base, where Optimus fought one-on-one with Nemesis Prime, until a distraction by Fowler allowed him to finish off the Silas-controlled machine, dropping it on Silas himself. Optimus returned to base for repairs, and Fowler gave them the news that Silas had disappeared. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} During Fowler's debriefing by [[Bryce|General Bryce]], Optimus revealed himself to the general to prove he was still alive and on the military's side. {{storylink|Grill}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bumblebee and Arcee to investigate some activity and found Airachnid sending out a swarm of Insecticons to attack the ''Nemesis''. He and Bumblebee ended up having to fight a bunch of them and won. They got to return to base with Airachnid, whom Arcee had trapped in stasis-lock. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}} After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, and was reactivated with Dark Energon, Optimus took a team with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]] to attack the warship, only for them to all be knocked into stasis lock by the ship's weapons. Ratchet took them back to base, where they recovered after the conscious ship was disabled by the kids. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> With the locations of four relics now in their possession, Optimus dispatched Arcee and Bumblebee to [[New York City]] to find the first {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and warned Bulkhead to be careful in obtaining another near the equator. {{storylink|Toxicity}} Optimus himself went to [[Antarctica]], where he found the relic had already been taken, and Dreadwing had Starscream a prisoner. During the ensuing fight, Optimus brought tons of ice down on Dreadwing, before forcing Starscream to lead him to a human base where the relic was being kept. Dreadwing caught up with them, and while Optimus fought the Decepticon, Starscream obtained the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]], forcing Optimus and Dreadwing to team up to defeat him. Though Dreadwing intended to fight him again, Optimus convinced him that there would be no point in continuing their fight, so Dreadwing left. {{storylink|Triangulation}}<br /> <br /> Back at base, Prime found that Bulkhead had been critically wounded during the relic missions. Optimus refused to tell Wheeljack who was responsible, but the Wrecker rushed off anyway. When Wheeljack and Miko later returned having killed [[Hardshell]], Optimus stopped Ratchet from preventing Miko from running to Bulkhead's side. {{storylink|Hurt}} Optimus began attempting to decode the Iacon database, though it was hard going with the Earth technology he was forced to use. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Legacy-PrimeStarSaber.jpg|thumb|left|300px|By the power of Iacon, I HAVE THE POWER!]]<br /> During a mission to investigate a crashed escape pod, the team encountered [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] whose tales of guarding [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]] convinced Optimus that he was on the level. Optimus still believed Smokescreen was too green to go into combat, so the new Autobot was left at base when Prime took a team to recover some [[Red Energon]]. When they encountered Starscream, still in possession of the Apex Armor, Optimus took the Decepticon on himself, kicking Starscream off a crane. After Smokescreen used the [[phase shifter]] to separate Starscream from the armor, Optimus officially welcomed the new Autobot to the team. {{storylink|New Recruit}} When Fowler notified them that a [[Project Damocles]] satellite had been stolen by Breakdown and Silas, Optimus took a team to a military base in the hope of securing the satellite control codes before the Decepticons could get them. Instead they found themselves facing both Decepticon troopers and the orbital death ray itself, controlled by Soundwave. {{storylink|The Human Factor}} Optimus assigned Jack to help Smokescreen adapt to Earth. He had almost finished decoding another set of Iacon coordinates when a signal led him and his team on a wild goose chase. Despite this, they found the location of the real relic, the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], and Optimus managed to wrest control of it off the Decepticons. Through the sword's power, he received a message from Alpha Trion. {{storylink|Legacy}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:AlphaOmega-ohmy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|&quot;You must not sacrifice a piece of the future to bring back the past.&quot;&lt;br&gt; &quot;But you flung all of the artifacts from the past onto Earth!&quot;&lt;br&gt; &quot;... right, right, sorry. [[Five Servos of Doom|Wrong script]].&quot;]]<br /> Trion told him of the existence of the [[Omega Key]]s on Earth, and Prime immediately set about decoding the four final coordinates from the Iacon database. After Arcee returned from the first set of coordinates with news that Megatron had invited Prime to come get the first key, Optimus went to [[Egypt]] to find that Megatron had grafted the arm of a Prime onto himself and forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. Though Megatron's new weapon shattered the Star Saber, with Smokescreen's help Prime returned to base with the first Omega Key and resumed his decoding work. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> He soon decoded more coordinates decoded though in both cases the Autobots failed to secure the Omega Keys. Smokescreen was hit hard by the failure, and Optimus told the other other Autobots to allow the upset rookie space. When the final coordinates he decoded turned out to be an image of Smokescreen, he took the team to find their comrade, only to arrive too late as Smokescreen was captured by Soundwave. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Optimus took Bulkhead and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After Dreadwing returned the Forge of Solus Prime to the Autobots, Optimus used it to modify the GroundBridge into a space bridge. Believing that Megatron would use the keys to restore Cybertron for political points, Optimus took the Autobots to their home world, and kept Megatron busy with the reforged Star Saber while the others took back the keys. Though they succeeded, and reached the [[Omega Lock]], Megatron revealed he had taken the Autobots' human friends hostage. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeDarkestHourOPArm.jpg|left|thumb|300px|&quot;...Nothing ever dies we will rise again.&quot;]]<br /> With no other choice, Optimus had everyone hand over the Omega Keys in exchange for the kids, however when it turned out Megatron intended to use the Omega Lock on Earth as well, Optimus was compelled to use the Star Saber to destroy the lock. He and his team returned to Earth, only to find that the Omega Lock had created a [[New Kaon (fortress)|Decepticon fortress]] on their doorstep, and he ordered the others to evacuate. Prime himself stayed behind to destroy the GroundBridge, and was caught in the explosion as the Decepticons destroyed the base. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.2 Optimus and Miko.jpg|thumb|left|220px|&quot;Except when I'm making air-quotes.&quot;]]<br /> As the Decepticons slowly conquered Cybertron, Optimus knew they'd try to attack [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and set up defences at the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. Sure enough, Megatron attacked with a small team of Decepticons but the Autobot gunners managed to take out all but Megatron. To Optimus's surprise, Megatron didn't abandon his men, instead rescuing them under heavy fire. When Optimus had the opportunity to take a shot, he hesitated and Megatron's team escaped. For that, Optimus took the blame and was even regarded as a traitor by some. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Many years later, Optimus's team had settled on [[Earth]]. After Ratchet somewhat apologetically unveiled the [[Safe]], Optimus told him to have more confidence in his work. When Bulkhead managed to uncover a hidden nuclear missile and a scouting party of Vehicons neared the base, Optimus, Arcee and Bumblebee went out to greet the Decepticons. While Bumblebee knocked the Vehicons into the air, Prime and Arcee blasted them. They reentered at the base in time to see Fowler arriving with some scientists, and Optimus had some stern words with their liaison about the mystery bomb and its intended purpose, insisting that Fowler take it with him when he left. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> During some downtime, Prime took the other Autobots and the kids to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. At Miko's request, he told the story of his battle with Megatron in the Iacon Energon Refinery. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.3 Optimus ready to roll out.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> On [[Christmas]], Fowler reported to Optimus that Megatron and Starscream had taken control of the [[Yamal|NS ''Yamal'']], a nuclear-powered Russian icebreaker. Leaving Arcee and Bulkhead in charge of the base, Optimus took the other Autobots to the ship and attacked Megatron. As Optimus fought Megatron, the Decepticon leader outlined his plan to detonate the ship's reactors with a [[static lance]]. Bumblebee managed to wrest the lance off Starscream and threw it to Optimus who used it to hit Megatron. Once the Decepticons had been dealt with, Optimus's team returned to the base, where they found it had been turned into an impromptu ice skating rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Optimus was surprised to find the GroundBridge active and asked Bulkhead what the problem was. Bulkhead's denials were undermined by the Vehicons pouring through the bridge, and Optimus led the counter-attack. While Optimus and the others kept the Decepticons busy, Raf and Bumblebee managed to shut down the bridge. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} Optimus shared Jack's suspicions about some recently exploded schools, and had the Autobots check out the other schools in the area. Sure enough, the schools came under attack by [[MECH]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.5|School Is... Out!}}<br /> <br /> After Starscream stole [[Air Force One]] and held the [[President of the United States]] ransom, demanding Optimus Prime be turned over bound and gagged, the Autobot leader worked out from the ransom note where Starscream was. While the other Autobots protected the plane and took on the Vehicons, Optimus rescued the President by cutting off Starscream's arm and catching her as she fell. After the Decepticon retreated, Optimus made sure the Autobots left before the aircraft's crew recovered consciousness. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.6 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|left|240px]]<br /> Lured into a trap in a scrap-metal facility in [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]], Optimus found his mind had been zapped into a human by [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]'s [[neuron refractor]]. The Autobot leader mentally contacted the human, [[Lin-Che]], and guided him in fighting off the attacking Vehicons and reversing the refractor. Back in his own body, Optimus broke out of the crusher he'd been stuffed into, and fought off the Decepticons. He later returned Lin-Che home, to return the favor. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} After Miko was kidnapped by MECH agent [[Novo]], Optimus joined the hunt to find her. When Novo, now in a mechanoid body thanks to a MECH experiment, returned Miko to them, Optimus offered him the help of Ratchet and the Autobots' technical expertise, but Novo turned him down. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> Optimus led a team to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, and found not the expected environmental terrorists, but human soldiers in [[robotic battle suit]]s. After finding dealing with the humans in a non-lethal matter difficult, Optimus took Jack's suggestion of surrendering, and once [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]] realised his opponents were alien robots, he stopped fighting. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} After it turned out that the missing Bulkhead had been imprisoned on the Decepticon warship, Optimus took a team, including the three kids, to the ship to mount a rescue. During the course of freeing Bulkhead, he trashed at least two Decepticons and blew a hole through the side of the ship. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and his team took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]]. Unsurprisingly, they survived and returned to base to find Bumblebee and Raf had made a mess in their absence. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> ===''Rescue Bots'' pack-in storybooks===<br /> After [[Cody Burns]] helped [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] put out a fire that had threatened Fire Station Prime, Optimus Prime spoke to them through a screen, asking if Cody would join the Rescue Bots. Cody accepted. {{storylink|Prime Alert}}<br /> <br /> ===''Rescue Bots'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> [[Image:UnderPressure Optimus on monitor.jpg|right|thumb|250px|[[Playskool]] is the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> Optimus Prime sent out a call to all Autobots to come to their new home on [[Earth]]. When a team of [[Rescue Bot]]s arrived at a military base, Optimus met them there and gave them their new mission: to team up with the Burns family and help them keep [[Griffin Rock]] safe. After presenting them with vehicles to [[scanning|scan]], he introduced them to [[Charlie Burns]] and left them to get acquainted. {{storylink|Family of Heroes}} The Rescue Bots had trouble learning to work with their new human friends, and they contacted Optimus to tell him as much, but he was confident that they and the humans would learn to work together. {{storylink|Under Pressure}}<br /> <br /> After the Rescue Bots were fired by the Griffin Rock city council, [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] attempted, but failed, to contact Optimus Prime to request the reassignment of Rescue Force Sigma-17. The Rescue Bots were later reinstated. {{storylink|The Reign of Morocco}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ItsABotTime Optimus vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Optimus drops by Griffin Rock whenever he's in the mood for G1.]]<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] tracked a meteor to Griffin Rock, he used the Rescue Bots' comms screen to report in with Optimus, who commended [[Cody Burns]] on his work helping the Bots to acclimate. Three of the Rescue Bots were struck with a strange virus from the meteorite, and they consulted with Optimus and Ratchet on the best way to deal with it. Optimus was concerned that the virus could fall into [[Megatron (WFC)|evil]] [[Silas|hands]] and ordered they destroy the meteorite. {{storylink|Bumblebee to the Rescue (RB)|Bumblebee to the Rescue}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:BotToTheFuture Optimus steps forward.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Guest starring in a all new ''Tiny Titans'' comic book.]]<br /> Notified that the Rescue Bots had been inadvertently sent back in time, Optimus and Bumblebee returned to Griffin Rock. Optimus deduced that [[energon]] would be enough to power the [[Temporal Station|time machine]], so he and Bumblebee went back to 1939, arriving in time to rescue the Rescue Bots from [[Thaddeus Morocco|Doctor Morocco]]. The team returned to the present, only to find Griffin Rock overrun by [[MorBot]]s. {{storylink|It's a Bot Time}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and Bumblebee were kept busy trashing MorBots while the Rescue Bots worked out what was going on. By the time the pair ran out of MorBots to destroy, the team was ready to return to 1939 where they rescued [[Dither]] and returned the timeline to normal. Back in the present, Optimus congratulated the Rescue Bots team for their work. {{storylink|Bot to the Future}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> As [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] hunted for weapons to combat [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]], they ran into trouble and sent a distress call. Optimus had [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] GroundBridge him into a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. On arrival, he attacked Predaking. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5}} He managed to buy Bumblebee and Wheeljack the time they needed to get away with some of the weapons. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 6}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Andrei Yaroslavtsev]] (Russian), [[Alfredo Martínez]] (Spain-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:WFC-OptimusPrimeconcept.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Steroids are the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> In the waning days of the war for Cybertron, Optimus spotted a little yellow Autobot in trouble, and defeated the surrounding drone forces. [[Ratchet (WFC)| Ratchet]] arrived on the scene, and Optimus helped up the Autobot scout, who revealed his name was [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bumblebee informed Optimus that the Decepticons had taken control of communication relays, so that the only way to contact Optimus was by messenger. He also informed Optimus that their leader, [[Sentinel Zeta Prime]], was dead. Optimus suspected [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s hand, and was informed by Bumblebee that the [[Autobot High Council]] had gone into hiding because of this. Optimus believed that the Council would emerge during a safer time, and formed a team with Bumblebee and Ratchet. <br /> <br /> They drove to the [[Decagon]], where they found [[Ironhide (Prime)|Ironhide]] battling the forces of [[Starscream (WFC)| Starscream]]. After assisting him in defeating Starscream's army, they confronted Starscream himself within the Decagon. After the trio combated and drove off Starscream, a hologram of Zeta Prime's face appeared in the center of the room, stating that he is being held in the [[Kaon]] prison complex. Optimus took Bumblebee and Sideswipe to the Kaon prison, allowing themselves to be captured so that they could infiltrate the facility. The Decepticons prepared to execute them, but [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] lent a hand so they could escape, though he himself was captured. While sneaking through the corridors, the three managed to free Air Raid, [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]], and others. They continued through the hallways, and finally located the room where Zeta is being held, only to face [[Soundwave (WFC)| Soundwave]]. The Decepticon cowered behind a force field, sending [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] out to fight for him, only venturing out to administer needed repairs to his minions. As Soundwave's energy became low, he attempted to drain Zeta Prime, only to be interrupted by Optimus, who took a shot meant for Zeta. Though Soundwave and his minions retreated, the damage was done, and Zeta Prime died before Optimus could free him.<br /> <br /> Optimus brought Zeta's corpse to the site of the hiding High Council, where he lay the dead body in the center of the room. Optimus stated that the Autobots craved their guidance, but the Council stated that their mission was to choose the Primes, not to lead them. They then told him that Optimus himself is a Prime, and that he had changed the lives around him. Optimus was then told that Megatron had corrupted the core of Cybertron, and that he was the one that could remove this blight. He took this burden and responsibility, then was told by the Council that he was now Optimus ''Prime'', the last Prime. <br /> <br /> [[Image:WFC-OptimusPrimeAltmode.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Welcome to the ''Twilight Zone'' Prime.]] <br /> For a new mission, Optimus selected Ironhide and [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]], and the team ventured to the entrance of the core, where a corrupted [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] was being tortured. After a prolonged battle, the Autobots defeated the torturers and freed Omega Supreme from the Dark Energon influence. Omega Supreme escaped, and the Autobots found some [[Space slug|space slugs]] to use as steeds. One long journey later, they reached the core and defeated a corrupted slug. Unfortunately the core itself had become contaminated, and informed Optimus as much. The only solution was for the core to reboot, which would take millions of years, during which the planet would be unusable, and Optimus realized that the Autobots would have to leave their home. Before shutting down, the core revealed the [[Matrix of Leadership]], which it installed inside Optimus Prime's chest. <br /> <br /> Optimus arrived back at Iacon, where he ordered all Autobots to evacuate the planet. Megatron announced that everyone must stay or face destruction, and fired a massive cannon installed in the Dark Energon space station. Optimus Prime ordered his Air Commander [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]] to shut down the cannon with his team. They succeeded, and the station crashed into Iacon. Optimus, Bumblebee, and Ironhide discovered that the &quot;space station&quot; wasn't a space station at all: it was the giant Decepticon, [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]. They managed to defeat the heavily-armed menace, who plunged into a pool of energon. The Autobots celebrated their victory, but noticed that ''they'' have to evacuate as well. Optimus revealed a massive starship they would use called the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]], a ship still under construction that would allow them to take a part of Cybertron with them across the galaxy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|Peter Cullen (English)}}<br /> [[Image:WFCDS Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|124px|Origamimus Prime]]<br /> Optimus was a dock worker who found himself caught up in the war against the Decepticons. With the Decepticons on the hunt for the Omega Key, Zeta Prime sent Optimus and his team to protect the library, knowing he could count on his old friend. When Zeta Prime was later captured by the Decepticons, he attempted to contact Optimus. The data links keeping him in contact with the Autobots were severed, so Bumblebee tracked down Optimus at an Autobot base. Optimus subsequently rescued an [[Autobot rookie]] from Starscream, chasing the Decepticon off before joining up with Jetfire and destroying other intruders at the base. Optimus was felled by a [[laser guard]], but revived with the help of Jetfire and Bumblebee. They completed clearing the base by defeating [[Dirge (WFC)|Dirge]], and Optimus announced that the next step was to retake Iacon.<br /> <br /> He and his team entered Decepticon-occupied Iacon and destroyed the Dark Energon corruptors, allowing them to get the Decagon's defense systems back online. While they waited for Zeta Prime to make contact again, Optimus reminded Bumblebee that they couldn't let Megatron win just by giving up. Zeta let them know that he was being held in Kaon Prison, and Optimus's team infiltrated the prison in search of him. After an encounter with [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]], they ran into Megatron himself, who set more Decepticons on them. When they eventually found Zeta Prime, their leader expired. Optimus returned his body to the High Council, who appointed Optimus the new Prime.<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime attempted to solicit [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s help. Grimlock challenged him to a fight to decide whether to join up, but [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]]'s capture by Decepticons sent the Autobots off on a rescue mission instead. The Autobots tracked Swoop down to a Dark Energon laboratory on the outskirts of Iacon and freed him from Dark Energon contamination. Swoop's services were subsequently offered to the Autobots by Grimlock, who said he'd follow along to protect Swoop. Analysis of core samples by Jetfire and Ratchet indicated that they would need to disable to corrupters preventing it from repairing itself. To this end, Optimus's team traveled to the core and freed it after defeating [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]].<br /> <br /> Realising that the core needed time to repair itself, Optimus ordered the Autobots to evacuate the planet in Arks. He and his team ascended the space bridge to attack the Trypticon space station and take out its main power core. They escaped during the station's plunge towards Cybertron, but as it fell, it transformed. Optimus rallied his men against this new threat, leading the way to the crash site, where the Autobots confronted Trypticon. After the titan's downfall, Optimus and his men left Cybertron in search of a new source of energy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime coordinated many of the Autobot campaigns during the war. He dispatched Ironhide and Bumblebee to retrieve a datacore of information about Trypticon from Kaon. He later coordinated the evac measures for Cybertron, personally guarding a supply convoy while Bumblebee ran point and ensuring the safe launch of an airlift whiel the Aerialbots prevented Seekers from taking potshots at it. He also sent the Aerialbots up to Trypticon Station itself when its orbital weapon systems began annihilating the Autobot ranks.<br /> <br /> When Trypticon itself fell to Cybertron after the Aerialbot assault, it transformed into a tremendous warbot, and Optimus Prime raced out to meet it. Bumblebee and Ironhide accompanied Prime to the blast site, fighting through numerous Decepticon embankments to reach the monster. Trypticon himself proved to be an implaccable foe, and Optimus coordinated both ground-based flanking attacks and strafing runs by the Aerialbots. Eventually, the mighty menace went down, and Prime saluted Trypticon on his way to extinction. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> [[Image:FOC-GameInformerPrimeBumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|200px|&quot;No, not in the chest, you guys! The throat! The throat!&quot;]]<br /> As the Ark neared completion, Optimus was alerted to the fact that [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s team had deserted their post and the Decepticons were consequently attacking with giant [[Warp Cannon]]s. He made haste back to Autobot City where he sent [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] off in search of the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] before joining [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]] in fending off the Decepticons attacking the nerve center. When it turned out they didn't have enough energon for the defences, Optimus and [[Perceptor (Prime)|Perceptor]] decided to divert some of the energon from Ark. With Perceptor's help, Optimus got an old artillery piece working and reached the neutron cannon which he used to take out some of the attackers before running out of energon. At that point he was drawn to the city core, where he managed to awaken [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]. Optimus guided the giant in destroying the Warp Cannons, but the last of them felled Metroplex, forcing Optimus to go inside it himself.<br /> <br /> [[Image:FOC-OptimusPrimetruckart.jpg|left|thumb|200px|&quot;WFC Optimus will be so jealous!&quot;]]<br /> He didn't get very far before encountering [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and the [[Combaticon (WFC)|Combaticons]] who took him prisoner. Dragged before Megatron, Optimus was only saved by the timely reactivation of Metroplex. Once Megatron was a messy stain on the ground, Prime strongly recommended Starscream and the others leave. Some time later, Jazz and Cliffjumper reported that they'd found a massive [[energon lake]], and Optimus organized a transport to pick it up. During a Decepticon attack on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]'s crash site, Optimus was contacted by Autobots guarding the site who said that Megatron was alive. His request for confirmation was given by none other than Megatron himself, who killed the Autobots who contacted Prime. Recognizing that the Decepticons would only try to retrieve Trypticon's power core if their energon levels were dangerously low, Optimus offered a ceasefire to share what was left, but Megatron rejected his offer, saying that Optimus and the Autobots were responsible for Cybertron's death. <br /> <br /> When he was contacted by Grimlock's team who reported [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]'s experiments, Optimus ordered them back to base, only for Grimlock to ignore him. The Ark was eventually launched thanks to a last-minute sacrifice by Metroplex, but didn't get far before the Decepticons caught up in the ''Nemesis'' and attacked it. Optimus headed to the engine room to assist with the defenses there, only to encounter Megatron himself. As the two fought, Bumblebee threw himself in front of a shot meant for Optimus, and the young bot's sacrifice sent an enraged Optimus back into battle against his nemesis. The pair's fight wasn't yet finished when both they and their ships were sucked into the space bridge portal. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game optimus.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Drop an' give me fifty ''now''. ]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers Universe'' ===<br /> {{comingsoon}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers Universe}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[Image:Generationstoy-CybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|It's ''[[Transformers: The War Within|War Within]]'' but with fewer chinstraps and handvents.]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2010)<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> <br /> : Based on his appearance in ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'', ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Optimus Prime transforms from a red, blue, and silver robot into an &quot;armored truck mode.&quot; His rifle transforms as well, folding and plugging into the roof of the vehicle mode. The rifle can also [[5mm post|peg]] into his forearms, and, in its compact configuration, can attach to his shoulders via peg holes on the backs of his front tires. The weapon in its compact configuration can also be stored on his robot mode back. Optimus has a stylized sculpted Autobot insignia on his back, as seen in the game, but it is obscured by [[kibble]].<br /> <br /> : An undocumented transformation step includes flipping Optimus Prime's knees out in vehicle mode to form a back bumper with tail lights. Oddly, the toy itself and the cardbox art show Optimus Prime with four fingers on each hand, while in the video game Optimus Prime has 5 fingers. The vehicle mode pictured here is minimally mistransformed: The exhaust pipes have not been rotated to hide the indentations against the vehicle body. The instructions show the rifle being plugged in by its shorter peg, but the packaging depicts the rifle stored by its grip, which keeps the weapon higher off Prime's body, but is also more secure. <br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime is part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxes, but he and Cybertronian [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Generations|Bumblebee]] shipped ahead of their two other wavemates via [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]].<br /> <br /> :This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#United|Optimus Prime Cybertron Mode]] and [[Darkside Optimus Prime (United)|Darkside Optimus Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GenerationsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertronian Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|FOCtoy}}<br /> [[Image:Generationstoy-OptimusPrimeFOC.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Heroic Fist Truck of DOOM!!!!!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''01/#001'''<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;Ion cannon&quot;<br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, Optimus Prime is based on his ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' design, and transforms from a robot to a Cybertronian truck and back. His rifle, based on a weapon seen in concept art of Prime, can mount on the roof and rear sides of the vehicle, while in robot mode it can be hand-held, forearm-mounted, or shoulder-mounted, with the shoulder-mounted configuration involving untransforming either of his exhaust pipes. <br /> <br /> :This mold was retooled into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Generations|Ultra Magnus]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|SDCC2011}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|right|thumb|300px|This should tide us over for &lt;strike&gt;three&lt;/strike&gt; &lt;strike&gt;six&lt;/strike&gt; eight months!]]<br /> *'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, magnet, dignity-removing wearable Matrix packaging<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Matrix of Leadership Optimus Prime is an [[exclusive]] to [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011. The toy comes in a packaging shaped like the [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Prime|Matrix of Leadership]], which the owner can wear around his neck, preferably at the convention itself, so passers-by can exclaim &quot;WHERE THE HELL DID YOU GET THAT?&quot; and then try to get one themselves. The Matrix itself comes packaged in a [[Packaging|box]] that is designed to look like Optimus Prime's chest, and opens accordingly. The chest window doors are sealed with a round magnet. <br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-SDCCpackaging.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Step 1: Put Optimus Prime toy inside a wearable Matrix.&lt;br&gt; Step 2: ???&lt;br&gt; Step 3: Profit!]]<br /> <br /> : The toy itself is an early release of the Deluxe Class Optimus Prime toy from the later &quot;Entertainment Pack&quot; set (see below). There are some deco differences between this release and the later retail release; this version has gray windows instead of blue and is missing some of the silver deco on the helmet and roof/feet, as well as the yellow paint on his lights. His midriff is also darker.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EntertainmentPack}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeEP.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Can transform from truck mode to movie trailer narrator mode and back!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (5 figure gift set, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun<br /> <br /> : A Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a similarly-scaled [[Megatron (WFC)#EntertainmentPack|Megatron]] and PVC figurines of [[Jack Darby#EntertainmentPack|Jack Darby]], [[Miko Nakadai#EntertainmentPack|Miko Nakadai]], and [[Raf Esquivel#EntertainmentPack|Raf Esquivel]]. Optimus converts from robot mode to his truck mode. He comes with a gun than he can wield with his hands, as well as peg onto his hitch in vehicle mode, with different pegs for either configuration. Similar to [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|a previous Optimus Prime toy]], he features some [[Kibble#.22Faux-parts.22|faux-kibble]] in the form of his actual windshield chest being covered by sculpted panels featuring his characteristic windshield-chest.<br /> <br /> : Initial distribution of this set was... spotty at best, with most of the stock going to Canada. However, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] picked up this set, along with most of the &quot;First Edition&quot; line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|And those chest-mounted side-view mirrors go to ''where'' on the truck mode?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Number:'' '''001'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] battle sword&quot;, &quot;[[plasma cannon]]&quot;, cardboard stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: First Edition'' Voyager-Class toys, Optimus Prime transforms into a truck, with a similar (but more complex) transformation to his previous Deluxe-Class toy, and features a faux-kibble window-chest panel as well as a detailed truck cab interior. He comes with a &quot;Cybertronian battle sword&quot; and a &quot;plasma cannon&quot;, either of which can peg into his hands. The cannon also features a 5mm peg-hole on the underside of its barrel, allowing the sword (or any other compatible accessory) to mount there as a bayonet. They are stored in vehicle mode by pegging them onto either the 5mm-compatible trailer hitch, or onto each peg-hole beside it, although the [[instructions]] tell [[you]] to peg the sword facing forwards onto the hitch, with the cannon mounting backwards onto one of the side pegs. His trailer hitch ends up on his right robot leg, and he has a fake, sculpted, equally-usable trailer hitch on his left leg. As with all &quot;First Edition&quot; toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : He is minimally mis-transformed in-package and in the [[Stock photography|stock photo]], as his shoulder guards aren't flipped open. His stock photography also shows his plasma cannon as being solid black, when the final cannon is black speckled with silver paint, with slightly more painted silver details on the tips of the barrels.<br /> <br /> : The Japanese release of this figure features slightly different colors for greater [[show-accuracy]], including darker reds and blues, and a more metallic silver plastic.<br /> <br /> : The First Edition Voyagers were never released in the US, forcing buyers to import him from Canada or Japan... at first. [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] later picked up this toy, along with most of the &quot;First Edition&quot; line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012. This second run introduced a [[Variant#Colors and deco|deco variant]], in which the red paint on, beside, and below the truck side windows is omitted, revealing the patch of brown plastic underneath. As he is packaged in robot mode, with his front wheels and shoulders covering said patch, the only way to identify which version is which while in the box is by looking at the hinge joints beside his two painted torso lights, with the center portions of the hinges being unpainted brown on the variant.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded|Japanese toy, second run variant}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Shining}}<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy OptimusShining.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[June 16|6-16]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Plasma Cannon&quot;, &quot;Cybertronian Battle Sword&quot;, cardboard stand<br /> <br /> : One of two exclusive toys at the Tokyo Toy Show 2012 held on [[June 16]]th and [[June 17|17th]] (the other being [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#UnitedBlack|''United'' Black Optimus Prime]]), this is the First Edition Prime mold (see above) done up mostly in transparent plastics. He comes in a grayscale version of the First Edition packaging that is otherwise unchanged from the Japanese package, design-wise.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1576.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 1)]<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1577.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 2)]<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DarkGuard}}<br /> *'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[December 1|12-01]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Cybertronian battle sword&quot;, &quot;plasma cannon&quot;<br /> : A Japanese-exclusive black-and-gold redeco of First Edition Voyager Class Optimus Prime that's available in Yodobashi Camera, Big Camera, Toys&quot;R&quot;Us, and Aeon stores.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Rescue Bots===<br /> [[Image:RescueBots-toy_OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Admit it, you want one.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)<br /> : Optimus Prime transforms from truck to robot in one easy step! Just [[Autotransformation|fold down his legs]] and he'll spring into action! (And then fold his toes up.)<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Electronic Rescue Bots Mobile Headquarters''' (playset 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Optimus Prime, [[Cody Burns]]<br /> :The Electronic Rescue Bots [[Mobile Headquarters]] includes a Optimus Prime toy with a seat for the Cody Burns figure. He has a simple transformation that involves folding his legs and standing him up.<br /> {{picsneeded|toy}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers (2010)===<br /> [[Image:TRURageOverCybertronCybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|300px|S-s-s-so th-th-th-this i-i-i-is w-w-w-what i-i-i-it f-f-fe-feels l-l-li-like t-t-t-to b-be st-st-stu-stunned.]]<br /> *'''Rage over Cybertron''' (Multipack, 2011)<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> <br /> :A redeco of Cybertronian Optimus Prime with a translucent red front section, additional (painted) &quot;scratched paint&quot; details, some red paint highlights either omitted or changed to yellow and additional yellow circuitry pattern detailing reminiscent of the jammed abilities/mode lock/EMP effect from the ''War for Cybertron'' game, available in a [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]]-exclusive three-pack with redecos of Cybertronian Megatron and Cybertronian Bumblebee.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUROCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Rage over Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:Cyberverse_commander_oprime.jpg|thumb|300px|Add the swords from my later &quot;Nightwatch&quot; release to form ''Prime'' &quot;[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BattleSteel|Battle Steel Optimus Prime]]!&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 001'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 &quot;battle cannons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' [[Cyberverse]] Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is a smaller-scale toy, and features translucent plastic for his torso so that the toy can be illuminated using the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with two translucent &quot;battle cannon&quot; weapons which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held in different ways, store on his robot back, combine with other Cyberverse weapons as well as each other to form larger weapons, or mount onto more ports on his shoulder-pads/roof and ankles/truck sides. Additionally, he features a 5mm port for a trailer hitch. The Hasbro release comes with a pack-in file card, while his first wave release comes with a mini DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' episode, &quot;[[Masters &amp; Students]]&quot;. A [[variant]] head mold which lacks the faceplate also exists in his first wave release.<br /> <br /> : Unlike the smaller Legion Class toys' flexible, rubbery weapons, Optimus' weapons are cast in hard plastic. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyberverse Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Nightwatch}}<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 008'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 &quot;battle swords&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''Prime'' Cyberverse Commander Class toys, Nightwatch Optimus Prime is a redeco of Cyberverse Optimus Prime, using the faceplate-less version of the mold's head. His blue plastic is now gray, while his blue paint is a much darker shade, along with various more minor deco differences. He now wields a pair of swords.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BHCyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeBHtoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 001'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Launcher &amp; missile (combine to form Thunder Lance), [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHCyberverse|Star Saber]]<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: [[Beast Hunters]]'' Cyberverse Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is an all-new mold. He now transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck with spiky fenders, and comes with the Thunder Lance and Star Saber. Each of the weapons features two differently-placed 3mm posts, allowing them to be held by his hands, or mount onto two ports on the rear sides of his vehicle mode, as well as allowing the lance to additionally be used as a missile launcher, firing its missile via pressure launch.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-PrimeVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|The return of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Prime]]! ...sorta.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy OptimusTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|My headlights are totally fake.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[March 31|3-31]]-[[2012]]'''<br /> **''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-01'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon &amp; battle sword (Hasbro only), &quot;O.P.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' Optimus Prime is a new, smaller, slightly more [[Articulation|articulated]] mold, and is the first mainline ''Prime'' Optimus Prime figure released ''not'' to have fake windshield windows on his chest, though they're upside-down relative to truck-mode. <br /> <br /> : He now comes with a half-translucent gun which lights up and expands [[MechTech]]-style when the lever is pulled. Bizarrely, the main section of the weapon is sculpted to resemble Prime's forearm, with the unfolding part being his in-show gun. Additionally, he comes with an opaque sword resembling the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], which he can wield two-handed. The gun features a peg on its underside and a port on each side, while the sword features a peg and peg-hole on its hilt in addition to its 5mm handle. In robot mode, either accessory can mount on his hands, on either of his shoulders, or be pegged into either of his half-translucent forearms. In vehicle mode, the top of the vehicle mode cab can also fold back to reveal two additional peg holes, and there are three peg holes (including the fifth wheel hitch) on the back section, although the hitch tends to open up and not hold very well.<br /> <br /> : Unlike previous Voyager Class MechTech weapons, the gun cannot be set to stay expanded. This means that Prime is forced to threaten Decepticons with a random block of parts, unless you want to use one of your hands to permanently unfold his weapon.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Optimus Prime has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] release. His blue and red plastics are darker and metallic, his translucent blue plastic is darker, and a few of his [[paint operation]]s have been omitted and replaced with customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, such as his shins, feet, headlamps, and [[insignia]]s. His legs, outer forearms and truck-mode &quot;sleeper cabin&quot; side panels have been [[retool]]ed to include [[5mm post]]-holes as part of the line-wide &quot;[[Arms Micron]]&quot; gimmick. As such, he does not come with the Hasbro version's weapons, but instead an Arms Micron partner named [[O.P.]] who transforms into a weapon resembling Optimus's in-show blaster cannon. This version of the mold was also used to make ''Prime'' [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> : AM-01 Optimus was also part of a special Arms Micron promotion. Between [[March 1]]st and [[March 30]]th 2012, those who pre-ordered Optimus online from through one of four different web sites (Amazon Japan, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]], Bic Camera, and Yodobashi Camera) received the bonus promotional Micron [[Firebolt (Prime)|Firebolt]] with their Prime.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Voyager Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1460.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1461.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Weaponizer}}<br /> [[Image:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|right|thumb|350px|The only reason he still has the blaster is because mini-guns mounted on his shoulders can be very deafening.]]<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|350px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[September 29|9-29]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-21'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle (Hasbro only), &quot;R.A.&quot; Arms Micron &amp; Matrix Blade (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Weaponizer Class Optimus Prime is a large toy, similar in size to Leader Class figures from previous ''Transformers'' toylines. He features a simpler transformation and design compared to previous Leader-sized figures, with him having fake chest windows (again) and a simplified, hollow truck rear where his feet, arms, and fake chest windows are plainly visible. He comes with a blaster which can mount onto his hands, shoulder-pads, and the sides of his legs/truck rear.<br /> <br /> : His ''main'' gimmicks, however, are the two large, blue-and-white mini-guns hidden in his back/hood, which can deploy and &quot;weaponize&quot; either mode. When deployed, the mini-guns swing out from his back/hood and spin, while a red LED inside his torso lights up briefly. With the mini-guns swinging down to the sides of his head, it can be deployed in robot mode when a yellow-painted lever above the left side of his waist is pulled to the left. It can also be deployed in vehicle mode when one manually opens the grille, and a gray button on his truck roof is pressed down. Pushing down on the red lever on the center his torso (in either mode) briefly lights up the LED again and swings the mini-guns back into their hiding places.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] version, dubbed '''Arms Master Optimus''', uses darker, metallic plastics, casts the backs of his thighs in metallic red, replaces his metallic silver paint with glossy gray, and replaces a few of his paint operations with customer-applied foil stickers, such as his insignias, shins, headlamps, the ''tiny'' yellow lights on his torso, and the blue deco on his truck panel sides. He has also been retooled with additional 5mm pegs for his thighs, roof, and lower backpack, as well as ports for his forearms, shoulders, smokestacks, fuel tanks, and roof. Instead of the rifle, he comes with a very large [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#ArmsMaster|Matrix]] which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab, with the Matrix also being covered in 5mm posts and holes so that Arms Microns can be attached to it. He additionally comes with a clear-blue &quot;Shining&quot; version of the Arms Micron, [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Matrix Saber]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RemoteControlled}}<br /> *'''Remote Controlled Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Remote control<br /> <br /> :An electronic Optimus Prime, operable by remote control. As well as driving around, the remote control allows you to convert Optimus from truck to robot and trigger his punching action.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BattleShield}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-BattleShieldOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Real is Brown.]]<br /> *'''Battle Shield Optimus''' (Voyager, [[August 12|8-12]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;O.P. A&quot;, &quot;Pral G&quot;, &quot;Sais G&quot;, &quot;Jayz G&quot; Arms Microns, sword, trailer<br /> <br /> : [[Exclusive]] to Japanese [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] stores, this [[redeco]] of AM-01 Optimus features warmer, metallic shades of plastic, replaces the gray plastic around his windshield-chest with red, and replaces the clear-blue plastics with clear-black. He comes with the Hasbro version's battle sword, which is now a darker, warmer shade. For Arms Microns, he now comes with [[O.P.#Gray|O.P. A]], [[Pral#Gold|Pral G]], [[Sais#Gold|Sais G]], and [[Jayz#Gold|Jayz G]], and the latter three can combine to form a golden version of the [[Cosmotector#Gold|Cosmotector]] shield (hence the name). <br /> <br /> :If purchased during the summer 2012 promotional period, he would also have come with a cardboard trailer unit that features Arms Micron mounting points, and can carry a Deluxe Class vehicle (like, say, [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Deluxe|Bumblebee]]).<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1635.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1636.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1637.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 3)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1638.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 4)]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|OrionPax}}<br /> *'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, [[October 20|10-20]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun, &quot;Gold Metal R.A.&quot; Arms Micron<br /> <br /> : A Bic Camera and Joshin Kids' Land exclusive, this redeco is the first release of the ''Prime: First Edition'' Deluxe class Optimus Prime figure in Japan. He features several customer-applied foil stickers, including Decepticon insignias of varying sizes. He comes with a [[R.A.#Orion|gold vac-metal version of the Arms Micron, R.A.]], as well as the normal blaster-cannon.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DarkEnergon}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeDEtoy-OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|I feel so fiery and gutsy...]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Dark Energon Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Number'': '''002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon, battle sword<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Dark Energon Series|Prime: Dark Energon]]'' Optimus Prime is a [[BigBadToyStore]]-exclusive redeco/retool of RID Optimus Prime, being is cast in translucent red and orange, and three shades of opaque blue. He comes with a new mouthplate-less head.<br /> <br /> : Though he was packaged on an individual box, he was initially sold as part of a set with [[Megatron (WFC)#DarkEnergon|Dark Energon Megatron]]. He was eventually made available on his own, and all of the the Dark Energon Series toys were eventually made available in Singapore as mass-retail releases. The Voyager Class toys, in particular, also saw mass-retail release in the Philippines.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PrimeUnicronPack}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-PrimeUnicronPack-OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime + Gaia Unicron''' (2013)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;O.P&quot; Arms Micron<br /> <br /> :This Asian-exclusive redeco of AM-01 Optimus Prime features a sticker-less, extensive paint-job, coating his red parts and half-translucent arms in glossy metallic paint, painting his torso, shins, grille, fenders, and wheel rims silver, painting half of his feet in glossy black, having painted headlights, and featuring a unique &quot;snake&quot; insignia on his roof/right shoulder-pad, due to 2013 being the &quot;Year of the Snake&quot;. [[O.P.#PrimeUnicronPack|O.P]] comes pre-assembled, lacks stickers, and features paint operations.<br /> <br /> :He and O.P come in a multi-pack with a similarly-shiny [[Unicron/toys#PrimeUnicronPack|Gaia Unicron]] (with [[Bogu]]).<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Platinum Edition===<br /> [[Image:PlatinumEditiontoy-YOTSOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|400px|Platimus.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Year of the Snake exclusive, 2013)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Firetruck drone, helicopter drone, drill tank drone, submarine drone, trailer, rifle, missile<br /> <br /> :A BigBadToyStore/Amazon shared exclusive, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' &quot;Year of the Snake&quot; Optimus Prime is a redeco of [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|''Energon'']] [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Energon|Super Class Optimus Prime]], and transforms into a Cybertronic short-nosed truck cab. He is armed with a spring-loaded [[missile]] launcher that is held by his hands via 5mm post, and can store on the rear of his truck mode (which becomes the backpack of his robot mode) when not in use. He lacks the electronics that previous versions have.<br /> <br /> :He comes with a trailer which has flip-down support struts at the rear to enable it to stand alone, and either side of the trailer features a Mini-Con-compatible peg. The trailer stands upright to become an &quot;Energon tower&quot; with a helipad, as well as a radar dish with a 5mm peg-hole. The trailer houses four &quot;assault vehicles&quot; which are redecoes of the [[Prime Force]] drones, and three of the trailer's four storage compartments feature launching mechanisms that propel the vehicles into action. The &quot;assault vehicles&quot; consist of a firetruck with an extending ladder and rotating turret, a helicopter with spinning rotors, a drill tank with a gear-wheel-activated spinning drill, and a submarine with opening capture claws beneath its bow. Combining with the four interchangeable drones to form limbs, Optimus Prime can also transform into &quot;[[Super Mode|Super Optimus Prime]]&quot;, and any drone is capable of forming any limb.<br /> <br /> :In lieu of combining with his drones, Optimus Prime can also combine with ''Platinum Edition'' [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to form what his instructions ''also'' call &quot;Super Optimus Prime&quot;. The drones are color-matched to Omega Supreme, and can attach to four connectors on his body. In an undocumented feature, Prime can also merge with ''Energon'' [[Wing Saber (Energon)#Energon|Wing Saber]] in a similar fashion, with Wing Saber splitting into four components that connect to Prime as limbs. Wing Saber's red and white torso components can become arms for Prime while his legs attach to Prime's own, creating a &quot;flight mode&quot; of sorts, but the parts can also be swapped around, with Wing Saber's legs deploying large missile launchers and becoming arms.<br /> <br /> :Though the [[stock photography]] shows the original mouthed-face head and smooth inner chest windows, the final toy uses the face-plated head and ridged inner windows. The [[packaging]]'s [[bio]] is every Optimus Prime bio ever, but considering he combines and interacts with Omega Supreme, who appears to be an [[Aligned continuity family]] version of the character, it seems necessary that Optimus Prime is as well.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> {{anchor|BHVoyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeBHtoy-Voyager-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|300px|MONSTER FIRETRUCK transforms into JETPOWER OPTIMUS PRIME!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G11'''<br /> ** ''Accessories:'' Two &quot;Ionic Pulse Launchers&quot;/&quot;Eaglefire Missile Launchers&quot;, two missiles, [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHVoyager|Star Saber]]<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' Voyager Class toys, Optimus Prime is a larger, all-new mold. He also transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck, but differs from his Cyberverse toy by having a faceplate-less mouth, and by being equipped with a large four-winged backpack in robot mode. He features a 5mm port for each of his hands, one on his backpack, one near each of his front wheels, and one on each of his two upper wings.<br /> <br /> :He comes with the Star Saber, which has a 5mm handle and a post on its hilt, as well as two spring-loaded, missile-firing &quot;Ionic Pulse Launchers&quot; (which are called &quot;Eaglefire Missile Launchers&quot; in the instructions). The launchers each feature a 5mm post, have flip open prods, and can peg onto the ports near the wheels on his robot back, giving him a pair of back-mounted rocket engines. His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5|fifth chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :His packaging stock photography depicts translucent green missiles that are opaque light-gray in the final product.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BHWeaponizer}}<br /> *'''Dragon Disc Optimus Prime''' (Supreme, 2013)<br /> : Part of the first wave of &quot;Prime: Beast Hunters&quot; Supreme Class toys. Optimus will feature light, sounds, and an automorph gimmick. <br /> <br /> Just like his size class partner &quot;Predaking&quot;, Optimus will be larger than the averge leader class figure. <br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Vehicle code name: Rhino]] <br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''1'''<br /> :Happy Meal Optimus Prime is a nontransformable truck! When the smokestacks are pushed completely forward, a red LED shines out the translucent plastic of his windshield, headlights, and the Autobot symbol on his grill. An on/off switch on the trucks's underside enables or disables the light feature.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers Gum===<br /> [[Image:KabayaKit-TFGum-WFCOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> :Part of the fifth wave of [[Kabaya]]'s revival of the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' series, this snap-on transforming model kit of ''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime is sculpted from red, light blue, and gray plastics, and uses [[sticker]]s for detail. He comes with a blue non-transforming version of his [[C joint|hand-held]] blaster rifle, which mounts at the rear in vehicle mode. He comes packed with a model kit of [[Eaglebreast#Transformers Gum|Eaglebreast]], and stick of gum.<br /> <br /> :This figure suffers from a [[design flaw]], in that his knee joint pegs are slightly too big for their sockets, and that the resulting connection is so tight that it makes the sockets form stress marks and eventually crack.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:TFPrimeOptimustruck.jpg|thumb|200px|So, it hasn't got [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|flames]]. [[Ruined FOREVER|It's still not a flat nose truck.]]]]<br /> [[Image:SDCCPrimeOptimusPrimeTestShot.jpg|thumb|200px|&gt; OPEN PACKAGE&lt;br&gt;You open the package. There is an Optimus Prime inside.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|200px|It am BIZARRO OPTIMUS PRIME!]]<br /> *''Exodus'' and ''War for Cybertron'' are different continuities within the same &quot;continuity family&quot;, so their difference on Optimus Prime's pre-Prime name is not a real contradiction in and of itself. However [[Hasbro]]'s [http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/play/details.cfm?guid=7fd5ecd9-19b9-f369-1041-a7635be83172 online timeline]—meant as prequel to ''War for Cybertron''—refers to Optimus's pre-Prime name as &quot;Orion Pax&quot; like ''Exodus''. To confuse matters even more, in [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|War for Cybertron]]'' comic, [[Alex Irvine]], in adapting scenes from his novel, still keeps the character's name as &quot;Orion Pax&quot;, when it is also meant to occur prior the game's events.<br /> *Optimus is rather forgetful in ''Exodus''. Alpha Trion tells him twice that he had suggested to the High Council that Orion might be the Prime foretold in the [[Covenant of Primus]]. Then he tells Jetfire that the Core told him of Project Generation One, when it was a contingency plan Trion told him about, put in place since the Breaking of the Primes. Then again, leading an army for thousands or millions of years may place a strain on a bot's memory servers.<br /> *Optimus's CG model underwent modifications between &quot;[[Darkness Rising]]&quot; and the first season proper, with his chest windows lowered somewhat during scenes when he is not in battle.<br /> * A black and red version of the First Edition deluxe Optimus Prime could be seen in the [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011 ''Transformers'' slide show, inside a mock-up of the wearable Matrix of Leadership package done for the convention that year. This figure was presumably a test-shot, as it seems to share plastic colors with ''Generations'' [[Black Shadow (Victory)#Generations|Sky Shadow]] (who was, coincidentally, first revealed at that same Comic-Con).<br /> *''Fall of Cybertron''&lt;nowiki&gt;'s&lt;/nowiki&gt; truck mode is described by [[High Moon Studios]] principal artist [[Mike Brown]] as a &quot;fist with wheels attached to it.&quot; [http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/10/10/fall-of-cybertron-the-new-optimus-prime.aspx]<br /> *At [[BotCon 2012]], High Moon Studios stated that [[Path Blaster|&quot;Optimus Prime's weapon&quot;]] was designed to look like an earlier version of the rifles he wields in the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' television series.<br /> * Optimus Prime'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 Optimus Prime parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Optimus has several powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> [[Image:SickMind CybSat-OpSkyMaster.jpg|right|thumb|200px|He's about to pull a Powdered Toast Man.]]<br /> <br /> *'''Sword Mode''' (ソードモード ''sōdomōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2, C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Optimus's &quot;Sword Mode&quot;, depicted on his AM-01 release box-back, which is just him brandishing the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] while [[C.L.]] is attached to Optimus's right leg. Woo.<br /> <br /> *'''Sky Master Mode''' (スカイマスターモード ''sukaimāsutāmōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2 (x2), C.L. (x2), Jida (x2), O.P.<br /> : The more interesting &quot;Sky Master Mode&quot;, revealed in the &quot;[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]&quot; segment of &quot;[[Sick Mind|Phantom Transformation! Mind-Diving]]&quot;, has him using O.P. as a blaster, ''two'' [[B.2]]s as leg-thrusters, and ''two'' sets of C.L./[[Jida]](!) combinations as back-mounted jetpacks. The [[Arms Micron#AMW Series|AMW versions]] of C.L. and Jida, while not as color-coordinated, are a far more economical option than buying two of each Cliffjumper. Good luck with the second B.2. This mode was created as a &quot;counter&quot; to the aerial combatant Starscream, along with the [[Energon Sniper]] Combo Weapon (despite it being a Decepticon-Micron-formed weapon). Apparently, the &quot;Arms Up Mission&quot; game isn't picky about factions.<br /> <br /> *'''Galaxy Prime Mode''' (ギャラクシープライムモード ''gyarakushiipuraimumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2, Jayz, O.P., Pral, R.A., Sais<br /> : Seen on [[Unicron/toys#Prime|Gaia Unicron]]'s boxback, &quot;Galaxy Prime mode&quot; has Optimus wearing Gaia Unicron in &quot;Gaia Armor&quot; mode while holding the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] and [[Cosmotector]] Super Combo Weapons.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Optimus Prime''' (オプティマス・プライム ''Oputimasu Puraimu'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Kē Bó Wén''' (Taiwan, 柯博文), '''Qíng Tīan Zhù''' (China, 擎天柱, &quot;Pillar that Supports the Sky&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Autobot leaders]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame]]<br /> [[Category:Matrix bearers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Primes]]<br /> [[Category:Rescue Bots Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers (2010) Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers Online Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

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<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|autobot|decepticon|hofsilver}}<br /> {{disambig3|Optimus Prime}}<br /> :''Optimus Prime is the leader of the [[Autobot]]s from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeOptimus.jpg|thumb|300px|Megatron awakened within him a secret yearning. The slashfic writes itself.]]<br /> The Cybertronian who would become '''Optimus Prime''' was once a simple data clerk, satisfied with his job. It wasn't until he heard of an outspoken gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]] and his call for an upheaval of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s society that he realized he was dissatisfied with his lot in life- and that the oppressive [[caste system]] hindered the freedom of all the sentient beings on Cybertron. Little did he realize that his boss, the archivist [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]], knew of a secret potential within the data clerk, and that Cybertron's history was at a precipice. Once he and Megatron discovered they did not have as much in common as they once believed, the lowly data clerk was promoted by the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] to be the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. <br /> <br /> Over the centuries, loss and war have led Optimus to appear stern and serious to most. But scratch the surface, and you'll find an individual who greatly cares for his fellow living beings, with a warmth and kindness his closest friends can rely on. You'll also find regret over the loss of a comrade to darkness, and the faintest glimmer of hope that he can be saved.<br /> <br /> He is sometimes partnered with Chief [[Charlie Burns]].<br /> <br /> {{bigquote|We will [[Theme song|wage our battle to destroy the evil forces of the Decepticons]] wherever it may take us. And one day, we will go home.|Optimus Prime|''[[Transformers: Exodus]]''}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===Aligned novels===<br /> ====''Exodus''====<br /> Like all Cybertronians, when Orion Pax emerged from the [[Well of All Sparks]], he was taught how to transform, to select a natural [[alternate mode]], and was put in a [[caste system|caste]]. At the [[Hall of Records]], Orion would read and index information from the [[Communication Grid]], but was forbidden to analyze. That was [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]]'s job, and the two became friends. Orion began monitoring Megatron's transmissions, and began a secret correspondence with him because he agreed with his beliefs. They had intense but friendly debates over the nature of free will and the dangerousness of their ideals, and Megatron suggested Orion learn how to fight for his beliefs. Orion began training with Jazz, learning to fire an [[ion blaster|ion-cannon]] and to fashion his arms into an [[energon-axe|axe]] and a [[Dual Energon Swords|sword]]. <br /> <br /> Orion made his first trip to [[Kaon]] to meet Megatron in person at his base. Megatron was the only gladiator who gave Orion a warm welcome. Terrorists began bombings in Megatron's name, and he made his first public announcement on the Grid, stating he was not responsible for the attacks and would bring the perpetrators to justice. Orion followed him up with a speech of his own. Orion trusted Megatron, believing if he were responsible for the attacks, he would have wanted to be associated with them. Later, when [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]] took him to meet Megatron at an arena beneath the [[Observatory of Iacon]], Orion was shocked to see Jazz in attendance, and that Megatron had heard rumors about the bombings but did nothing to prevent them.<br /> <br /> [[Image:War for Cybertron comic - Orion testimony.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Lookin' awful buff and armored for an insignificant young library clerk. One has to wonder if the [[Guilds of Cybertron|Guilds]] may have dropped the ball on this one.]]<br /> When &quot;[[Decepticon]]s&quot; kidnapped [[Sentinel Zeta Prime|Sentinel Prime]], Orion requested Alpha Trion arrange an audience with [[Autobot High Council|High Council]] for him and Megatron. During their hearing in the [[High Council Tower]], Orion rigorously defended their ideals, even reviving the ancient philosophical phrase &quot;[[Autobot]]s&quot; to describe the autonomy his brethren sought. It was then Councilor [[Halogen (Prime)|Halogen]] declared Orion the new [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]: Optimus Prime. An outraged Megatron accused his brother of treachery, and then murdered Halogen. When Optimus ordered the [[Cybertron Elite Guard|Elite Guard]] to not harm Megatron, Megatron declared Optimus had fallen into the trappings of power the High Council had foisted upon him, and those in attendance dispersed, with the planet forever divided into Autobots and Decepticons. <br /> <br /> Optimus forgoed the first engagement of the war, allowing the Decepticons to take [[Fort Scyk]] so he would gain time to recruit more Autobots. Optimus learned from Jazz after the fall of Scyk that he would have to learn to not mourn every soldier. Optimus fought for the first time during the next battle, the siege of the [[Hydrax Plateau]]. The first Cybertronian he ever killed was a former industrial drone named [[Drixco]]. Afterwards Optimus confided to Alpha Trion that the act of killing alone made him feel he was on the wrong side. Despite the efforts of Optimus and [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)|Ultra Magnus]] the Decepticons conquered the Hydrax Plateau. It was at the stalemate of [[Praxus]] that Optimus gained the indispensable allies [[Prowl (Prime)|Prowl]] and [[Ironhide (WFC)|Ironhide]]. The first Autobot victory was at [[Kalis]], a vital area due to its fusion reactor that powered Iacon. Optimus, Jazz and [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]] worked together to bring down the monstrous [[Bruticus (Prime)|Bruticus Maximus]], but the battle was mostly won due to the [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]]s' absence. As Energon depleted, the war descended into a mere siege of Iacon lasting millions of cycles, and Optimus opted to eject the [[AllSpark]] itself into space: during this battle Optimus gained another great friend in [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. <br /> <br /> Following a lull in the war, the Decepticons began using [[Dark Energon]] and routed the Autobots, but Optimus wisely predicted it was an inefficient resource that would run out soon. To his horror, Megatron and Starscream infiltrated [[Teletraan-1]] to steal the [[Plasma energy|Plasma Energy Chamber]], and although Teletraan-1 awakened the legendary [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to ferry the Chamber to safety, the Dark Energon-powered Decepticons overpowered the Autobots and used the Chamber to corrupt the [[Core]] of Cybertron and infested the planet with Dark Energon. During the battle, Megatron revealed he had killed Sentinel Prime below the High Council Tower to gain access to the Chamber. Afterwards Prowl picked up a message from Sentinel on the Grid, and Optimus, realizing he had not found Sentinel's body in Iacon, deduced Sentinel was alive. When Optimus, Jazz and Prowl rescued him from Kaon Prison, they found the city strangely deserted. Optimus believed Dark Energon was having a severe effect on Decepticon morale. When they found Sentinel, he was dying. He regretted his overlong reign as Prime, and that the High Council had made the right decision in appointing Optimus Prime. He finally told him he had to go to the Core and purge its corruption of Dark Energon. <br /> <br /> After Sentinel's funeral in Iacon, where Optimus was officially appointed Prime after holding the de facto position for so long, he journeyed to the Core with Bumblebee and [[Jetfire (WFC)|Jetfire]] and removed the Plasma Energy Chamber. It was then a voice from the Core told Optimus he was too late, and the Autobots would have to leave Cybertron as the planet healed itself. But it finally bestowed upon him the [[Matrix of Leadership]], the essence of [[Primus]], explaining that while Sentinel lived, he was still Prime, and that he had been unworthy of the Matrix. It told him that when the day came that they would return to Cybertron, the Core and the Matrix would restore the planet and Optimus would lead the Autobots in an &quot;age of unimagined wonders&quot;. Afterwards, Optimus launched [[Ark (WFC)|Project Generation One]], to build a ship—that Jazz dubbed the ''Ark''—to take them to the stars, a plan some Autobots objected to.<br /> <br /> But before their exodus, Optimus planned to fool Megatron by gathering every spaceworthy vessel and having them rendezvous at what was apparently the last remaining [[space bridge]] in orbit. Megatron ordered [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]] fire on the ships, but Optimus ordered a fallback as he, Jetfire, Jazz, Ironhide, Prowl, Sideswipe and Bumblebee flew the ''[[Eight Track (WFC)|Eight Track]]'' to board the monster and knocked him from orbit by blasting his [[Spark]] containment field. Optimus's team returned to find the ''Ark'' ready at the Well of All Sparks, and bid goodbye to those—including Jetfire, Magnus and Omega—who stayed to fend off Trypticon as he transformed to attack. Optimus also bade farewell to Alpha Trion, who believed [[Vector Sigma]] would protect him when the rest of the planet would be unable to sustain life: it was then Optimus realized Alpha Trion was one of the [[Thirteen|thirteen original Transformers]].<br /> <br /> Yet as the ''Ark'' took off the Decepticons overran Iacon and Megatron and his elite boarded Trypticon, who transformed into a ''Nemesis''-class cruiser and pursued the Autobots. Megatron used his and Orion's old frequency to inform Optimus that he would pursue him across the stars and eventually kill him. The ''Ark'' entered the last space bridge and emerged with the ''Nemesis'' gone. They were near a [[Milky Way|spiral galaxy]] and Prowl detected the AllSpark. Knowing the Matrix within would help them find a way home, Optimus vowed that the Autobots would continue to wage their battle across the stars. {{storylink|Transformers: Exodus|Exodus}}<br /> ====''Exiles''====<br /> After passing through the unstable Space Bridge, Optimus Prime and his crew found themselves in the vicinity of the lost Cybertronian colony world of [[Velocitron]], and with the help of a starmap projected by the Matrix, the Autobots entered orbit above the planet. Optimus Prime led a small exploratory team to the planet's surface, where they met [[Blurr (Prime)|Blurr]], [[Override (Prime)|Override]] and [[Ransack (Prime)|Ransack]]. It was a time of great stress between Velocitron's rulers, and the Autobots' arrival from mythical Cybertron only exacerbated the situation. Worse still, active acts of sabotage on the Ark led the Autobots to the conclusion that one of their crew was actually a Decepticon agent. Optimus concluded there was little they could do at the moment other than remain on guard. Later, Optimus traveled with a young Velocitronian named [[Clocker (Prime)|Clocker]] to Velocitron's south pole, where he discovered a fragment of metal that he thought might belong to the mythical [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]]. His investigations were cut short by an attack of rebel Velocitronians, forcing him to return to the city of [[Delta]], where he discovered what he thought was another fragment. Although the Autobots secured an ally in Override, they left Velocitron on the brink of civil war during their departure, as Ransack's followers had been corrupted by the Decepticon rhetoric of &quot;peace through tyranny&quot; spread by the Ark's traitor. <br /> <br /> The next leg of their journey through the Space Bridge brought the Autobots to fabled Junkion, a world composed entirely of space junk. Optimus Prime made contact with the leader of the planet's inhabitants, a scatterbrained robot named [[Wreck-Gar (Prime)|Wreck-Gar]], who was spurred to action by the appearance of the Matrix. The Autobots went to work repairing the Ark, with the relative assistance of the Junkions. Prime discovered another fragment in a forge, and barely managed to rescue it. When Prowl discovered the traitorous [[Makeshift (Prime)|Makeshift]] was aboard, Optimus and Jazz managed to identify and trap the shifter in a stasis field, ending his threat to the Autobots. However, Optimus Prime's Matrix-induced visions led him on a quest through one of the four Space Bridge nodes surrounding Junkion, and he selected Bumblebee and Silverbolt to accompany him. Through the Bridge they came across the lonely tomb of Solus Prime, fabled artificer of the Thirteen. Her holographic spirit was called forth by the Matrix and informed the Autobots that the Requiem Blaster, most deadly of her creations, rested on Junkion and must be kept out of Decepticon hands. When the group returned to Junkion with Chaindrive in tow, Optimus assembled his findings- the [[Blades of Time]] and contacted the reclusive [[Vector Prime]].<br /> <br /> The Decepticons eventually arrived on Junkion in force, and the two sides warred over a hidden treasure at the planet's core...the Requiem Blaster. A weapon capable of drawing infinite power from nearby stellar sources, the Requiem Blaster had its own gravity field, and had literally been the core around which Junkion's &quot;junk&quot; had formed. Optimus and Megatron dueled once more as the planet tore itself apart, but the arrival of the mythical hero [[Nexus Prime]] helped to turn the tide. From him, Optimus received the [[Cyber Caliber]], a powerful sword that he used to fight Megatron to a standstill. The fighting over the Requiem Blaster ripped the planet apart, but both sides eventually called off the melee and abandoned the Blaster after learning the location of the Allspark itself. Optimus Prime and the Autobots boarded the Ark and began the long race to reach their civilization's greatest prize before Megatron could. {{storylink|Transformers: Exiles|Exiles}}<br /> <br /> ===IDW ''Fall of Cybertron'' and ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:GoodIntentions-GrimlockOptimus.jpg|left|thumb|300px|The possibility of the Dinobots reacting negatively was a factor I allowed for in my planning.]]<br /> During the war for Cybertron, Optimus Prime and the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] leader [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]] didn't see eye to eye. Optimus preferred playing the long game, but Grimlock felt that caution would hinder their attempts at quick victory. During one of the Lightning Strike Coalition's missions, Optimus Prime ordered them to return to base and abandon their battle, lest they waste precious energon. Grimlock reluctantly obeyed. However, when it was discovered that [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]] was in Decepticon custody, the Lightning Strike Coalition ignored Optimus Prime's orders, broke ranks, and went after him on their own. {{storylink|Good Intentions}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeComicOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|200px|Manga is the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> In the modern day, Optimus sent an encrypted message from [[Earth]] directing the Autobots to their new world. When [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] and [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]] landed, Optimus and Bumblebee detected them and came to retrieve them. For Optimus to find them under attack from [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]] was no matter, for Optimus crushed the air commander and sent his brawny accomplice running. Optimus picked up the wounded Arcee, and took her through a [[GroundBridge]] to his base for [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] to repair her, while informing Cliffjumper that while his journey was over, their battle was just beginning. {{storylink|Transformers: Prime (graphic novel)|Prime}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===''Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Toshiyuki Morikawa]] (Japanese), [[Alfredo Martínez]] (Spain-Spanish), [[Wan-gyeong Seong]] (Korean), [[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Reiner Schöne]] (German, Season One), [[Klaus-Dieter Klebsch]] (German, Season 2), [[Blas Garcia]] (Latin American Spanish), [[Dariusz Odija]] (Polish) [[César Marchetti]] (Brazilian Portuguese)}}<br /> [[Image:OneShallRise3-corresponding.jpg|left|thumb|300px|&quot;We'll always be friends forever, won't we?&quot;]]<br /> <br /> In the waning years of the [[Golden Age]] of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]], Orion Pax was a clerk in the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] [[Hall of Records]], {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} mentored by [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]]. {{storylink|New Recruit}} His interests lay with the tales of ancient Cybertron history, but the more he learned about the past, the more he grew concerned about the present. There was a disparity in freedom among the classes of his race, and the ruling class was corrupt and all-powerful. In seeking a solution to this inequity, he found inspiration in the words of a gladiator named [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatronus]], and the two joined forces to end corruption and bring equality to the masses. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}} Optimus and Megatron became close allies, almost like brothers. But soon Megatron's ideals would become corrupted, and the two would become bitter enemies. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OneShallRise3-cametobe.jpg|right|thumb|200px|If you squint I look sort of like this in ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]''. Okay, that's a lie.]]<br /> <br /> Both Megatronus—now &quot;Megatron&quot;—and Orion Pax appeared before the [[Autobot High Council|High Council]], and Megatron stated it was his intention to overthrow the High Council by force and instate himself as the next [[Prime (rank)|Prime]]. But it was Orion's speech that drew their attention. Jealous, Megatron left angrily and began his conquest, which resulted in countless casualties and left the [[Core]] of Cybertron itself [[Dark Energon|poisoned]]. It was Orion's subsequent search for the Core that completed his transformation into Optimus Prime. The Core, the essence of their creator [[Primus]], relinquished the [[Matrix of Leadership]] into his chassis. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> During the war, Optimus encountered [[Skyquake (Prime)|Skyquake]] at the [[Battle of Technahar]] when the Decepticon was sent by Megatron to kill him. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}} After Cybertron was abandoned, Optimus Prime's [[Team Prime|elite team]] of Autobots eventually made their way to Earth, where they allied themselves with the [[United States of America|United States]] government. The Autobots were assigned [[William Fowler]] as their liaison, and provided an [[Autobot Outpost Omega One|abandoned missile silo]] as a base in exchange for keeping the Decepticon threat contained. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} Optimus then sent a message into space, calling any Autobot survivors to Earth {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising1-fairquestion.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Do you have your grandfather's glasses—er, wait.]]<br /> <br /> After three years of Decepticon absence, Prime was out on the road when word reached him that [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] was facing down an entire contingent of Decepticons. Arriving to the battlefield too late, Prime delivered a eulogy for their fallen comrade. Soon after, some humans were caught up in a battle between the Autobots and Decepticons, and Optimus, knowing that they would now be targeted by the Decepticons, had them brought to the Autobot base. There, he told them about the Transformer war and assigned the Autobots to be their individual guardians. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 1}} Presently, the apparent reactivation of Cliffjumper's lifesigns was detected by the Autobots, and they tracked it to a Decepticon [[Energon]] mine, where they discovered that Megatron had returned to Earth with Dark Energon, used to revive Cliffjumper as a zombie [[Terrorcon (Prime)|Terrorcon]]. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 2}} <br /> <br /> Realizing that Megatron's goal was to create an undead army, Optimus and [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] headed to the site of an ancient Transformer battleground on Earth, arriving just as Megatron used a sliver of Dark Energon to reanimate the corpses buried there into a Terrorcon legion. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 3}} Struggling against the detrimental effects of Dark Energon, the pair cut their way through the Terrorcons, but Megatron escaped before Optimus could get his hands on him. Returning to base, Optimus was disappointed to find that [[Bulkhead (Prime)|Bulkhead]] had let the kids go out into battle in his absence, but disturbing intel had been recovered in the process: the Decepticons were planning to use a [[space bridge]] to revive the dead of Cybertron with Dark Energon. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 4}} [[GroundBridge|GroundBridging]] to the Decepticon's space bridge in Earth orbit, Optimus faced Megatron down in a one-on-one battle while the other Autobots sabotage the bridge, causing it to explode and destroy the Terrorcons, and apparently, Megatron himself. {{storylink|Darkness Rising, Part 5}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:DarknessRising5-OptimusPrimeguns.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Pssst, Prime, your barrel openings are just painted detail.]]<br /> <br /> Despite the victory, Optimus regretted not having been able to turn Megatron to the path of peace, and Ratchet consoled the Autobot leader. When Decepticon activity was detected in an area of the desert, Optimus and Bumblebee went to investigate, discovering that Starscream had located and reactivated Skyquake from stasis. Optimus tried to appeal to the two Decepticons to consider a truce now that Megatron had gone, but Starscream merely mocked his request and Skyquake was determined to carry out his late master's wishes and terminate Prime. Optimus and Bumblebee found themselves forced to battle and destroy Skyquake, with some assistance from Fowler, but they respectfully buried their fallen foe and Prime lamented the circumstances. {{storylink|Masters &amp; Students}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Scrapheap-cloudsbreak.jpg|left|thumb|250px|&quot;Okay, ''now'' I'm ready to call Bulkhead fat.&quot;]]<br /> After Bulkhead and Bumblebee found a pod in the [[Arctic]] and brought it back to base, Optimus and Arcee went back to the Arctic to check for clues as to the pod's origin. After some time searching, the temperature sensors Ratchet had given them went off, so Optimus attempted to contact base, only to find the comms were down. The pair sought shelter, but as their temperatures slowly dropped, things looked grim. Just as they were losing hope, the GroundBridge opened and ejected Bulkhead and the swarm of [[Scraplet]]s that had been causing havoc at base. The three Autobots were subsequently able to return home, and Optimus paid tribute to their human friends who had helped eliminate the Scraplets. {{storylink|Scrapheap (episode)|Scrapheap}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Convoy-Optimustrailer.jpg|thumb|right|250px|&quot;This here's Rubber Duck and I'm about to put the hammer down.&quot;]]<br /> When Bulkhead's old buddy [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] arrived on Earth, Optimus excused himself from the welcome party and went out on patrol, since &quot;Primes don't party&quot;. As such, he missed all the fun when Wheeljack turned out to be a [[Makeshift (Prime)|Decepticon spy]], but he stuck around for the second part to welcome the real Wheeljack, telling the visiting Autobot that he'd always be welcome on Earth. {{storylink|Con Job}} Not long after, when the Autobots were contracted by Fowler to help transport the experimental [[Dynamic Nuclear Generation System]], Optimus carried the device in a [[trailer]] to the rendezvous point, where it was transferred to a train. Unfortunately, the D.N.G.S. became a target for both the Decepticons and the human terrorist organization [[MECH]], and Prime was forced to have his Autobots break cover to fight [[Vehicon (Prime)|Vehicons]] while he dispatched MECH's leader [[Silas]]. A poor loser, Silas took out the train track ahead and Optimus went into [[maximum overdrive]], grabbing the train and physically halting it. {{storylink|Convoy (episode)|Convoy}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Optimuselectrocuted.jpg|thumb|250px|left|[[Ratchet (Movie)|Ratchet]] and [[Ironhide (Movie)|Ironhide]] were right, I should've gone for this earlier!]]<br /> Tracking an [[Energon Harvester]] to a museum, Optimus Prime and the Autobots were attacked by new Decepticons arrivals [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]] and [[Breakdown (WFC)|Breakdown]], and Prime got the business end of Knock Out's [[Energon prod]], taking him out of the fight long enough for Soundwave to make off with the Harvester. Optimus led the Autobots in following the villains to Greece, and stopped their attempts to harvest an Energon seam there. {{storylink|Deus ex Machina}} Prime had another clash with Knock Out soon after: when he discovered that Arcee and [[Jack Darby|Jack]] had disobeyed his orders against using powers for personal gain by participating in illegal street races, Optimus intervened, and helped rescued a [[Vince|captive human]] from Knock Out's clutches by ripping the Decepticon's door off. {{storylink|Speed Metal}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:SickMind-OPinfected.jpg|thumb|250px|right|I woke up late one morning with a black eye. Why the heck does everyone think I'm sick? I could've just been punched in the face. Really hard. ]]<br /> While investigating a crashed Autobot spacecraft, Optimus Prime's hopes of helping any survivors were dashed when the craft turned out to be a corpse-strewn plague ship from which he contracted [[Cybonic plague]], a pathogen engineered by Megatron himself. Arcee and Bumblebee boarded the ''[[Trypticon (WFC)|Nemesis]]'' in search of a cure, and, discovering that Megatron was still alive and in stasis, Bumblebee entered his mind via a [[cortical psychic patch]]. In his dreamworld, Megatron was constantly killing imaginary Optimus Primes, and Bumblebee played on Megatron's desire to kill Optimus himself, rather than have him succumb to the plague, to convince him to hand over the cure. {{storylink|Sick Mind}} After getting back up to full health, Optimus led the Autobots to the Arctic, where Starscream was using a heat ray to melt a glacier in order to access an energon deposit. Prime boldly ploughed through the weapon's beam in order to get close enough to destroy it, but the resultant explosion left him helpless before Starscream—until he was saved at the last moment when the resurrected Megatron arrived to haul Starscream away for punishment. {{Storylink|Out of His Head}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Shadowzone HappymusPrime.jpg|left|thumb|250px|:D]]<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime led the Autobots in investigating a Dark Energon energy signature, and found Starscream using the substance to resurrect Skyquake. Fortunately, the additional power conveyed upon Starscream by the Dark Energon was not enough to prevent Optimus Prime from blasting his arm clean off. Presently, a GroundBridge accident catapulted Jack, Miko and [[Raf Esquivel|Raf]] into an alternate dimension, and when the Autobots opened a portal to bring them back, Prime took the Autobots back to the battlefield to protect them from Starscream. {{storylink|Shadowzone (episode)|Shadowzone}} Optimus's inimitable compassion even extended to Breakdown, when he was captured by the forces of MECH and Optimus determined they would rescue him. {{storylink|Operation: Breakdown}} Later, Optimus was at the Autobot base when Jack and Arcee brought [[June Darby|Jack's mom]] in to introduce her to everyone. {{storylink|Crisscross}} He was out on a scouting mission with Bumblebee when Ratchet detected a strange magnetic signature that turned out to be a [[Polarity gauntlet]], {{storylink|Metal Attraction}} and also missed out on an adventure in a collapsed mine, but when he heard that Jack had shown mercy to an immobilized Megatron, he was proud of the boy. {{storylink|Raf's Notes#Note15|Raf's Notes}}<br /> <br /> &lt;!--[[Image:OperationBreakdown-GroundBridge.jpg|right|thumb|300px|I get to lead 'cuz I'm the tallest!]]--&gt;<br /> [[Image:Partners-StiffOptimus.jpg|thumb|right|250px|We've replaced Optimus with a statue. Think anyone will notice?]]<br /> <br /> Exploring the wreck of a crashed [[Harbinger|Decepticon ship]], Optimus Prime and his team fell victim to [[Airachnid (Prime)|Airachnid]], who paralyzed Prime and Bulkhead with the ship's cargo: an experimental [[Immobilizer]]. Prime would have wound up handed over to Megatron and mounted on the bow of the ''Nemesis'' if not for Bumblebee, who saw the villainess off, and Ratchet, who repaired the damaged device and unfroze the pair. {{storylink|Partners}} <br /> <br /> [[Image:StrongerFaster-RatchetPrime.jpg|left|thumb|250px|Who will join me? Who will become stronger, faster, more insubordinate?]]<br /> <br /> Lost Cybertronian technology continued to cause problems for Prime and the Autobots when a formula for [[Synthetic Energon]] was beamed from a [[Cybertronian data cylinder]] into Bulkhead's mind, putting his life at risk. Refusing to sacrifice Bulkhead despite the advantage the formula would give the Autobots, Prime petitioned Megatron for the return of the cylinder so they could extract the data. In exchange, he would hand it over to the Decepticons, but Megatron refused and destroyed the device after a battle. The formula was subsequently beamed out of Bulkhead's mind into space, {{storylink|T.M.I.}} but when Ratchet proceeded to generate a batch of &quot;SynthEn&quot; and was driven mentally unstable after testing it on himself, he and Optimus came to blows, and Optimus confined him to base. Ratchet instead took off to face Megatron, forcing Prime to lead a team into a Decepticon mine to rescue him. Cured of the SynthEn's effects, Optimus reminded Ratchet that he was a vital member of the team. {{storylink|Stronger, Faster}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeEp23-PrimeMegatron.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Slap slap.]]<br /> <br /> Believing that a prophecy in the [[Covenant of Primus]] was soon to come true and that Megatron could regard it as his destiny, Optimus Prime was finally forced to abandon any illusions of turning his old foe to the path of good after the Decepticon leader grievously wounded Raf during a battle over a power source for the villain's new space bridge. Optimus boarded the ''Nemesis'' and called Megatron out for a one-on-one battle that he vowed would be their last. The two ancient enemies fought before a volcano, and Optimus managed to fell Megatron, but just before he could deliver the killing blow, the volcano erupted with Dark Energon. Megatron experienced an increase in power, and turned the tide, {{storylink|One Shall Fall}} but thankfully, the intervention of the other Autobots saved Optimus's life. Retreating to base to review this new nightmare scenario, Optimus recounting the tale of [[Primus]], [[Unicron]] and the [[Thirteen]] to the gathered humans and told them he believed that Earth had formed around the slumbering form of Unicron, who was now in the process of awakening. Examining areas of the planet struck by earthquakes at the moment of the eruption, Optimus soon found himself confronted by Unicron himself, in an avatar formed from rock and stone. He prostrated himself before the Chaos Bringer and tried to plead for the lives of the billions of [[human]]s who dwelt on Earth, but Unicron considered them parasites and attacked Prime with wave after wave of avatars. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OneShallRise2-shake.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Kiss kiss.]]<br /> <br /> He ordered the other Autobots ''not'' to come to his aid, so naturally they came anyway. After fighting increasingly larger Unicrons, they came up against one that was too much for them. Just as it was about to step on Optimus, help came in the unlikely form of Megatron, who offered his services in eliminating Unicron and revealed that only the [[Matrix of Leadership]] held by Optimus could achieve that aim. The Autobots returned to base, where the others were horrified that Prime was intending to take up Megatron's offer, but he was resolute that all care would be taken to make sure it was a safe as possible. When Megatron stepped into the base, Optimus and the other Autobots welcomed him appropriately. Before they left on their mission, Optimus presented Jack with the key to the GroundBridge power supply. Optimus, Megatron and the Autobots were soon stepping through the GroundBridge to Earth's core, Unicron himself. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> As they moved through Unicron's internal structure, they came under attack from [[Unicron's antibodies|antibodies]]. Optimus and Megatron fought back to back, though Optimus took time out to rescue Bulkhead from falling. When they reach Unicron's spark chamber, Optimus and Megatron went inside, and, though the dark god possessed Megatron, Optimus unleashed the Matrix, apparently extinguishing Unicron's spark. However the price was high—Optimus's memory was lost and he believed himself to be Orion Pax. Megatron played along, and took him back to the ''Nemesis''. {{storylink|One Shall Rise, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Orion-Pax-Part-1-OP-Megatron.jpg|right|thumb|300px|&quot;You mean I can't just go [[Super Mode]] and kick your ass in this show? Crap.&quot;]]<br /> <br /> Megatron wasted no time in convincing Orion that black was white and up was down. Branded with the Decepticon insignia by Knock Out, Orion was shown false history of Cybertron's destruction, and convinced that the Autobots were the aggressors. Angered at Cybertron's loss, Orion promised Megatron he would do his part to help. He was put to work decoding information stolen from the [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] archives, and told Megatron they were of locations of Earth, and feared that they could be weapons of mass destruction. Later, there was a commotion in the corridors, and Orion decided to investigate despite being ordered to remain in his lab, however Soundwave managed to prevent him from seeing Arcee when the Autobot managed to get on-board. Not long after, the long-absent Starscream sneaked onto the ship to steal [[energon cube]]s and ended up blundering into Orion's work room. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 1}}<br /> <br /> Surprised to see Starscream, not least because Megatron had said he was dead, Orion's suspicions became aroused as Starscream noted Megatron would likely have told him many lies. Despite asking what he knew, Starscream was quick to depart when more Vehicon guards arrived and in spite of Orion attempting to convince them to hold their fire. After Megatron's subsequent covering of the incident, Orion decided to poke through the Decepticon database and learned that he was Optimus Prime, the leader of the Autobots. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:OrionPax3 Optimus Decepticon insignia.jpg|left|thumb|300px|What did I do last night?]]<br /> <br /> Megatron, as it turned out, already knew he knew since his work was being monitored. Orion decided to delete his discoveries so that Megatron could not use them, however Megatron revealed he was also having his work copied. As Soundwave reported activity on Cybertron, Megatron had more Vehicon guards put at his back while he dealt with the matter, and threatened to kill him if he didn't continue his work. Orion tried to appeal to the guards to help him warn the Autobots, but they responded with a beating until he discovered he was armed and stopped them. Having realised he was meant to be an Autobot, Orion went to confront Megatron at the space bridge. However, he found he was no match for the Decepticon leader and was quickly overpowered. Just then, Arcee leapt through the space bridge from Cybertron and tackled Megatron. Behind her was Jack with the [[Key to Vector Sigma]], loaded with the information from the Matrix of Leadership. Orion questioned whether he was worthy, and Jack assured him he was. When his memory was restored, albeit minus his time as Orion, Optimus prevented Megatron from exterminating his comrades, and they returned to the Autobot base for a big reunion. {{storylink|Orion Pax, Part 3}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and Ratchet followed an ancient signal, and found Megatron and his forces unearthing a Cybertronian artifact, the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]]. While the two Autobots fought the other Decepticons, Bumblebee snatched the extractor from Megatron inside the GroundBridge. Later at base, Optimus theorized that the Spark Extractor was among the many Decepticon weapons confiscated during the Great War, and worried that he couldn't remember what he had revealed to Megatron when he was suffering amnesia. To compound matters, a short time later, MECH stole Bumblebee's [[transformation cog|T-cog]], causing Prime more worry. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}} Despite Optimus's misgivings, Ratchet talked him into approving a T-cog transplant between Ratchet and Bumblebee. When a signal indicating an artifact was detected, he cut the operation short to take Arcee and Bulkhead to secure it. Unfortunately, he and Arcee were unable to penetrate Knock Out's force field, and the Decepticons got away with the [[Forge of Solus Prime]]. {{storylink|Operation Bumblebee, Part 2}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:LooseCannons Optimus and Wheeljack in Jackhammer.jpg|thumb|right|300px|This scene is even funnier if you imagine &quot;Mahna Mahna&quot; playing on the radio.]]<br /> <br /> When Wheeljack returned to Earth in pursuit of [[Dreadwing (Prime)|Dreadwing]], Optimus attempted to convince him to join the Autobot team. Wheeljack instead took Bulkhead to try and trap Dreadwing, only to fall into a trap themselves. Prime had to dig Wheeljack out of the resulting rubble, and joined him to rescue Bulkhead, who was strapped to one of Dreadwing's explosives. When Optimus managed to defeat the Decepticon and pin him, his gambit to make Dreadwing defuse the bomb worked, and Wheeljack gained a new respect for the Autobot leader. {{Storylink|Loose Cannons}}<br /> <br /> After obtaining information on Airachnid's whereabouts from Starscream, Optimus led a mission to an abandoned energon mine in [[South America]], where they found Megatron fighting an [[Insecticon (Prime)|Insecticon]] under Airachnid's control. When the fight was finished, the Autobots surrounded the exhausted Megatron, but were prevented from finishing him off by the arrival of Dreadwing. Outnumbered, Optimus offered to allow Megatron go if Dreadwing extended the same courtesy. Though Dreadwing kept his word, Megatron ordered the Vehicons to attack while he and Dreadwing escaped, but luckily the Autobots trashed them. {{storylink|Crossfire}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:NemesisPrime Nemesis vs Optimus.jpg|thumb|left|300px]]<br /> Optimus returned to base from an energon mine to find that MECH had created a clone of him and were using it to attack the military. He and the Autobots attempted to stop [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]] from attacking [[Alden Military Base]], but had to retreat under fire from the military. They began scouring the area, and located the MECH base, where Optimus fought one-on-one with Nemesis Prime, until a distraction by Fowler allowed him to finish off the Silas-controlled machine, dropping it on Silas himself. Optimus returned to base for repairs, and Fowler gave them the news that Silas had disappeared. {{storylink|Nemesis Prime (episode)|Nemesis Prime}} During Fowler's debriefing by [[Bryce|General Bryce]], Optimus revealed himself to the general to prove he was still alive and on the military's side. {{storylink|Grill}}<br /> <br /> Optimus took Bumblebee and Arcee to investigate some activity and found Airachnid sending out a swarm of Insecticons to attack the ''Nemesis''. He and Bumblebee ended up having to fight a bunch of them and won. They got to return to base with Airachnid, whom Arcee had trapped in stasis-lock. {{storylink|Armada (episode)|Armada}} After the ''Nemesis'' crashed, and was reactivated with Dark Energon, Optimus took a team with the [[spark extractor|Spark Extractor]] to attack the warship, only for them to all be knocked into stasis lock by the ship's weapons. Ratchet took them back to base, where they recovered after the conscious ship was disabled by the kids. {{storylink|Flying Mind}}<br /> <br /> With the locations of four relics now in their possession, Optimus dispatched Arcee and Bumblebee to [[New York City]] to find the first {{storylink|Tunnel Vision}} and warned Bulkhead to be careful in obtaining another near the equator. {{storylink|Toxicity}} Optimus himself went to [[Antarctica]], where he found the relic had already been taken, and Dreadwing had Starscream a prisoner. During the ensuing fight, Optimus brought tons of ice down on Dreadwing, before forcing Starscream to lead him to a human base where the relic was being kept. Dreadwing caught up with them, and while Optimus fought the Decepticon, Starscream obtained the [[Apex Armor (Prime)|Apex Armor]], forcing Optimus and Dreadwing to team up to defeat him. Though Dreadwing intended to fight him again, Optimus convinced him that there would be no point in continuing their fight, so Dreadwing left. {{storylink|Triangulation}}<br /> <br /> Back at base, Prime found that Bulkhead had been critically wounded during the relic missions. Optimus refused to tell Wheeljack who was responsible, but the Wrecker rushed off anyway. When Wheeljack and Miko later returned having killed [[Hardshell]], Optimus stopped Ratchet from preventing Miko from running to Bulkhead's side. {{storylink|Hurt}} Optimus began attempting to decode the Iacon database, though it was hard going with the Earth technology he was forced to use. {{storylink|Out of the Past}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Legacy-PrimeStarSaber.jpg|thumb|left|300px|By the power of Iacon, I HAVE THE POWER!]]<br /> During a mission to investigate a crashed escape pod, the team encountered [[Smokescreen (Prime)|Smokescreen]] whose tales of guarding [[Alpha Trion (Prime)|Alpha Trion]] convinced Optimus that he was on the level. Optimus still believed Smokescreen was too green to go into combat, so the new Autobot was left at base when Prime took a team to recover some [[Red Energon]]. When they encountered Starscream, still in possession of the Apex Armor, Optimus took the Decepticon on himself, kicking Starscream off a crane. After Smokescreen used the [[phase shifter]] to separate Starscream from the armor, Optimus officially welcomed the new Autobot to the team. {{storylink|New Recruit}} When Fowler notified them that a [[Project Damocles]] satellite had been stolen by Breakdown and Silas, Optimus took a team to a military base in the hope of securing the satellite control codes before the Decepticons could get them. Instead they found themselves facing both Decepticon troopers and the orbital death ray itself, controlled by Soundwave. {{storylink|The Human Factor}} Optimus assigned Jack to help Smokescreen adapt to Earth. He had almost finished decoding another set of Iacon coordinates when a signal led him and his team on a wild goose chase. Despite this, they found the location of the real relic, the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], and Optimus managed to wrest control of it off the Decepticons. Through the sword's power, he received a message from Alpha Trion. {{storylink|Legacy}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:AlphaOmega-ohmy.jpg|right|thumb|300px|&quot;You must not sacrifice a piece of the future to bring back the past.&quot;&lt;br&gt; &quot;But you flung all of the artifacts from the past onto Earth!&quot;&lt;br&gt; &quot;... right, right, sorry. [[Five Servos of Doom|Wrong script]].&quot;]]<br /> Trion told him of the existence of the [[Omega Key]]s on Earth, and Prime immediately set about decoding the four final coordinates from the Iacon database. After Arcee returned from the first set of coordinates with news that Megatron had invited Prime to come get the first key, Optimus went to [[Egypt]] to find that Megatron had grafted the arm of a Prime onto himself and forged the [[Dark Star Saber]]. Though Megatron's new weapon shattered the Star Saber, with Smokescreen's help Prime returned to base with the first Omega Key and resumed his decoding work. {{storylink|Alpha/Omega}}<br /> <br /> He soon decoded more coordinates decoded though in both cases the Autobots failed to secure the Omega Keys. Smokescreen was hit hard by the failure, and Optimus told the other other Autobots to allow the upset rookie space. When the final coordinates he decoded turned out to be an image of Smokescreen, he took the team to find their comrade, only to arrive too late as Smokescreen was captured by Soundwave. {{storylink|Hard Knocks}} After Smokescreen escaped the ''Nemesis'' with two of the keys, the Autobots received a message from Starscream offering the final key in exchange for surgical help. Optimus took Bulkhead and Ratchet out to Starscream's location, only to realize too late that they'd been tricked, and Starscream got away with all three of the Autobots' three Omega Keys. {{storylink|Inside Job}}<br /> <br /> After Dreadwing returned the Forge of Solus Prime to the Autobots, Optimus used it to modify the GroundBridge into a space bridge. Believing that Megatron would use the keys to restore Cybertron for political points, Optimus took the Autobots to their home world, and kept Megatron busy with the reforged Star Saber while the others took back the keys. Though they succeeded, and reached the [[Omega Lock]], Megatron revealed he had taken the Autobots' human friends hostage. {{storylink|Regeneration (Prime)|Regeneration}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeDarkestHourOPArm.jpg|left|thumb|300px|&quot;...Nothing ever dies we will rise again.&quot;]]<br /> With no other choice, Optimus had everyone hand over the Omega Keys in exchange for the kids, however when it turned out Megatron intended to use the Omega Lock on Earth as well, Optimus was compelled to use the Star Saber to destroy the lock. He and his team returned to Earth, only to find that the Omega Lock had created a [[New Kaon (fortress)|Decepticon fortress]] on their doorstep, and he ordered the others to evacuate. Prime himself stayed behind to destroy the GroundBridge, and was caught in the explosion as the Decepticons destroyed the base. {{storylink|Darkest Hour (episode)|Darkest Hour}}<br /> {{--}}<br /> <br /> ===Titan Magazines ''Prime'' comics===<br /> [[Image:Titan4.2 Optimus and Miko.jpg|thumb|left|220px|&quot;Except when I'm making air-quotes.&quot;]]<br /> As the Decepticons slowly conquered Cybertron, Optimus knew they'd try to attack [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]] and set up defences at the [[Iacon Energon Refinery]]. Sure enough, Megatron attacked with a small team of Decepticons but the Autobot gunners managed to take out all but Megatron. To Optimus's surprise, Megatron didn't abandon his men, instead rescuing them under heavy fire. When Optimus had the opportunity to take a shot, he hesitated and Megatron's team escaped. For that, Optimus took the blame and was even regarded as a traitor by some. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> Many years later, Optimus's team had settled on [[Earth]]. After Ratchet somewhat apologetically unveiled the [[Safe]], Optimus told him to have more confidence in his work. When Bulkhead managed to uncover a hidden nuclear missile and a scouting party of Vehicons neared the base, Optimus, Arcee and Bumblebee went out to greet the Decepticons. While Bumblebee knocked the Vehicons into the air, Prime and Arcee blasted them. They reentered at the base in time to see Fowler arriving with some scientists, and Optimus had some stern words with their liaison about the mystery bomb and its intended purpose, insisting that Fowler take it with him when he left. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.1|The Safe and the Failsafe}}<br /> <br /> During some downtime, Prime took the other Autobots and the kids to [[Valley of Fire State Park]]. At Miko's request, he told the story of his battle with Megatron in the Iacon Energon Refinery. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.2|War Story}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.3 Optimus ready to roll out.jpg|thumb|right|300px]]<br /> On [[Christmas]], Fowler reported to Optimus that Megatron and Starscream had taken control of the [[Yamal|NS ''Yamal'']], a nuclear-powered Russian icebreaker. Leaving Arcee and Bulkhead in charge of the base, Optimus took the other Autobots to the ship and attacked Megatron. As Optimus fought Megatron, the Decepticon leader outlined his plan to detonate the ship's reactors with a [[static lance]]. Bumblebee managed to wrest the lance off Starscream and threw it to Optimus who used it to hit Megatron. Once the Decepticons had been dealt with, Optimus's team returned to the base, where they found it had been turned into an impromptu ice skating rink. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.3|Ice Breaker}}<br /> <br /> Optimus was surprised to find the GroundBridge active and asked Bulkhead what the problem was. Bulkhead's denials were undermined by the Vehicons pouring through the bridge, and Optimus led the counter-attack. While Optimus and the others kept the Decepticons busy, Raf and Bumblebee managed to shut down the bridge. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.4|Tinker, Tailor, Gamer, Spy!}} Optimus shared Jack's suspicions about some recently exploded schools, and had the Autobots check out the other schools in the area. Sure enough, the schools came under attack by [[MECH]]. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.5|School Is... Out!}}<br /> <br /> After Starscream stole [[Air Force One]] and held the [[President of the United States]] ransom, demanding Optimus Prime be turned over bound and gagged, the Autobot leader worked out from the ransom note where Starscream was. While the other Autobots protected the plane and took on the Vehicons, Optimus rescued the President by cutting off Starscream's arm and catching her as she fell. After the Decepticon retreated, Optimus made sure the Autobots left before the aircraft's crew recovered consciousness. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.6|All the President's 'Bots!}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:Titan4.6 Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|left|240px]]<br /> Lured into a trap in a scrap-metal facility in [[Zhejiang Province]], [[China]], Optimus found his mind had been zapped into a human by [[Knock Out (Prime)|Knock Out]]'s [[neuron refractor]]. The Autobot leader mentally contacted the human, [[Lin-Che]], and guided him in fighting off the attacking Vehicons and reversing the refractor. Back in his own body, Optimus broke out of the crusher he'd been stuffed into, and fought off the Decepticons. He later returned Lin-Che home, to return the favor. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.8|The Mind Trap!}} After Miko was kidnapped by MECH agent [[Novo]], Optimus joined the hunt to find her. When Novo, now in a mechanoid body thanks to a MECH experiment, returned Miko to them, Optimus offered him the help of Ratchet and the Autobots' technical expertise, but Novo turned him down. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.9|The Novo Incident}}<br /> <br /> Optimus led a team to the [[Deep Driller]] oil platform, and found not the expected environmental terrorists, but human soldiers in [[robotic battle suit]]s. After finding dealing with the humans in a non-lethal matter difficult, Optimus took Jack's suggestion of surrendering, and once [[Rufus Madison|General Madison]] realised his opponents were alien robots, he stopped fighting. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.10|Mad Dogs &amp; Autobots}} After it turned out that the missing Bulkhead had been imprisoned on the Decepticon warship, Optimus took a team, including the three kids, to the ship to mount a rescue. During the course of freeing Bulkhead, he trashed at least two Decepticons and blew a hole through the side of the ship. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.11|The Battle for Bulkhead}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and his team took part in a battle against the Decepticons in [[The Wave]]. Unsurprisingly, they survived and returned to base to find Bumblebee and Raf had made a mess in their absence. {{storylink|Transformers Comic issue 4.12|The Evil Shred}}<br /> <br /> ===''Rescue Bots'' pack-in storybooks===<br /> After [[Cody Burns]] helped [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] put out a fire that had threatened Fire Station Prime, Optimus Prime spoke to them through a screen, asking if Cody would join the Rescue Bots. Cody accepted. {{storylink|Prime Alert}}<br /> <br /> ===''Rescue Bots'' cartoon===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> [[Image:UnderPressure Optimus on monitor.jpg|right|thumb|250px|[[Playskool]] is the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> Optimus Prime sent out a call to all Autobots to come to their new home on [[Earth]]. When a team of [[Rescue Bot]]s arrived at a military base, Optimus met them there and gave them their new mission: to team up with the Burns family and help them keep [[Griffin Rock]] safe. After presenting them with vehicles to [[scanning|scan]], he introduced them to [[Charlie Burns]] and left them to get acquainted. {{storylink|Family of Heroes}} The Rescue Bots had trouble learning to work with their new human friends, and they contacted Optimus to tell him as much, but he was confident that they and the humans would learn to work together. {{storylink|Under Pressure}}<br /> <br /> After the Rescue Bots were fired by the Griffin Rock city council, [[Heatwave (RB)|Heatwave]] attempted, but failed, to contact Optimus Prime to request the reassignment of Rescue Force Sigma-17. The Rescue Bots were later reinstated. {{storylink|The Reign of Morocco}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:ItsABotTime Optimus vehicle mode.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Optimus drops by Griffin Rock whenever he's in the mood for G1.]]<br /> When [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] tracked a meteor to Griffin Rock, he used the Rescue Bots' comms screen to report in with Optimus, who commended [[Cody Burns]] on his work helping the Bots to acclimate. Three of the Rescue Bots were struck with a strange virus from the meteorite, and they consulted with Optimus and Ratchet on the best way to deal with it. Optimus was concerned that the virus could fall into [[Megatron (WFC)|evil]] [[Silas|hands]] and ordered they destroy the meteorite. {{storylink|Bumblebee to the Rescue (RB)|Bumblebee to the Rescue}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:BotToTheFuture Optimus steps forward.jpg|thumb|right|180px|Guest starring in a all new ''Tiny Titans'' comic book.]]<br /> Notified that the Rescue Bots had been inadvertently sent back in time, Optimus and Bumblebee returned to Griffin Rock. Optimus deduced that [[energon]] would be enough to power the [[Temporal Station|time machine]], so he and Bumblebee went back to 1939, arriving in time to rescue the Rescue Bots from [[Thaddeus Morocco|Doctor Morocco]]. The team returned to the present, only to find Griffin Rock overrun by [[MorBot]]s. {{storylink|It's a Bot Time}}<br /> <br /> Optimus and Bumblebee were kept busy trashing MorBots while the Rescue Bots worked out what was going on. By the time the pair ran out of MorBots to destroy, the team was ready to return to 1939 where they rescued [[Dither]] and returned the timeline to normal. Back in the present, Optimus congratulated the Rescue Bots team for their work. {{storylink|Bot to the Future}}<br /> <br /> {{--}}<br /> ===''Tales of the Beast Hunters''===<br /> As [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]] and [[Wheeljack (Prime)|Wheeljack]] hunted for weapons to combat [[Predaking (Prime)|Predaking]], they ran into trouble and sent a distress call. Optimus had [[Ratchet (WFC)|Ratchet]] GroundBridge him into a derelict starship in the [[asteroid belt]]. On arrival, he attacked Predaking. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5}} He managed to buy Bumblebee and Wheeljack the time they needed to get away with some of the weapons. {{storylink|Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 6}}<br /> <br /> ==Games==<br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (Xbox 360/PS3/PC)===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian), [[Andrei Yaroslavtsev]] (Russian), [[Alfredo Martínez]] (Spain-Spanish)}}<br /> <br /> [[Image:WFC-OptimusPrimeconcept.jpg|right|thumb|250px|Steroids are the right of all sentient beings.]]<br /> In the waning days of the war for Cybertron, Optimus spotted a little yellow Autobot in trouble, and defeated the surrounding drone forces. [[Ratchet (WFC)| Ratchet]] arrived on the scene, and Optimus helped up the Autobot scout, who revealed his name was [[Bumblebee (WFC)|Bumblebee]]. Bumblebee informed Optimus that the Decepticons had taken control of communication relays, so that the only way to contact Optimus was by messenger. He also informed Optimus that their leader, [[Sentinel Zeta Prime]], was dead. Optimus suspected [[Megatron (WFC)|Megatron]]'s hand, and was informed by Bumblebee that the [[Autobot High Council]] had gone into hiding because of this. Optimus believed that the Council would emerge during a safer time, and formed a team with Bumblebee and Ratchet. <br /> <br /> They drove to the [[Decagon]], where they found [[Ironhide (Prime)|Ironhide]] battling the forces of [[Starscream (WFC)| Starscream]]. After assisting him in defeating Starscream's army, they confronted Starscream himself within the Decagon. After the trio combated and drove off Starscream, a hologram of Zeta Prime's face appeared in the center of the room, stating that he is being held in the [[Kaon]] prison complex. Optimus took Bumblebee and Sideswipe to the Kaon prison, allowing themselves to be captured so that they could infiltrate the facility. The Decepticons prepared to execute them, but [[Air Raid (WFC)|Air Raid]] lent a hand so they could escape, though he himself was captured. While sneaking through the corridors, the three managed to free Air Raid, [[Arcee (Prime)|Arcee]], and others. They continued through the hallways, and finally located the room where Zeta is being held, only to face [[Soundwave (WFC)| Soundwave]]. The Decepticon cowered behind a force field, sending [[Frenzy (WFC)|Frenzy]], [[Rumble (WFC)|Rumble]], and [[Laserbeak (WFC)|Laserbeak]] out to fight for him, only venturing out to administer needed repairs to his minions. As Soundwave's energy became low, he attempted to drain Zeta Prime, only to be interrupted by Optimus, who took a shot meant for Zeta. Though Soundwave and his minions retreated, the damage was done, and Zeta Prime died before Optimus could free him.<br /> <br /> Optimus brought Zeta's corpse to the site of the hiding High Council, where he lay the dead body in the center of the room. Optimus stated that the Autobots craved their guidance, but the Council stated that their mission was to choose the Primes, not to lead them. They then told him that Optimus himself is a Prime, and that he had changed the lives around him. Optimus was then told that Megatron had corrupted the core of Cybertron, and that he was the one that could remove this blight. He took this burden and responsibility, then was told by the Council that he was now Optimus ''Prime'', the last Prime. <br /> <br /> [[Image:WFC-OptimusPrimeAltmode.jpg|left|thumb|200px|Welcome to the ''Twilight Zone'' Prime.]] <br /> For a new mission, Optimus selected Ironhide and [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]], and the team ventured to the entrance of the core, where a corrupted [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] was being tortured. After a prolonged battle, the Autobots defeated the torturers and freed Omega Supreme from the Dark Energon influence. Omega Supreme escaped, and the Autobots found some [[Space slug|space slugs]] to use as steeds. One long journey later, they reached the core and defeated a corrupted slug. Unfortunately the core itself had become contaminated, and informed Optimus as much. The only solution was for the core to reboot, which would take millions of years, during which the planet would be unusable, and Optimus realized that the Autobots would have to leave their home. Before shutting down, the core revealed the [[Matrix of Leadership]], which it installed inside Optimus Prime's chest. <br /> <br /> Optimus arrived back at Iacon, where he ordered all Autobots to evacuate the planet. Megatron announced that everyone must stay or face destruction, and fired a massive cannon installed in the Dark Energon space station. Optimus Prime ordered his Air Commander [[Silverbolt (WFC)|Silverbolt]] to shut down the cannon with his team. They succeeded, and the station crashed into Iacon. Optimus, Bumblebee, and Ironhide discovered that the &quot;space station&quot; wasn't a space station at all: it was the giant Decepticon, [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]. They managed to defeat the heavily-armed menace, who plunged into a pool of energon. The Autobots celebrated their victory, but noticed that ''they'' have to evacuate as well. Optimus revealed a massive starship they would use called the [[Ark (WFC)|Ark]], a ship still under construction that would allow them to take a part of Cybertron with them across the galaxy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (360/PS3/PC)|Transformers: War for Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: War for Cybertron'' (DS)===<br /> {{voiceactor|Peter Cullen (English)}}<br /> [[Image:WFCDS Optimus Prime.jpg|thumb|right|124px|Origamimus Prime]]<br /> Optimus was a dock worker who found himself caught up in the war against the Decepticons. With the Decepticons on the hunt for the Omega Key, Zeta Prime sent Optimus and his team to protect the library, knowing he could count on his old friend. When Zeta Prime was later captured by the Decepticons, he attempted to contact Optimus. The data links keeping him in contact with the Autobots were severed, so Bumblebee tracked down Optimus at an Autobot base. Optimus subsequently rescued an [[Autobot rookie]] from Starscream, chasing the Decepticon off before joining up with Jetfire and destroying other intruders at the base. Optimus was felled by a [[laser guard]], but revived with the help of Jetfire and Bumblebee. They completed clearing the base by defeating [[Dirge (WFC)|Dirge]], and Optimus announced that the next step was to retake Iacon.<br /> <br /> He and his team entered Decepticon-occupied Iacon and destroyed the Dark Energon corruptors, allowing them to get the Decagon's defense systems back online. While they waited for Zeta Prime to make contact again, Optimus reminded Bumblebee that they couldn't let Megatron win just by giving up. Zeta let them know that he was being held in Kaon Prison, and Optimus's team infiltrated the prison in search of him. After an encounter with [[Onslaught (WFC)|Onslaught]], they ran into Megatron himself, who set more Decepticons on them. When they eventually found Zeta Prime, their leader expired. Optimus returned his body to the High Council, who appointed Optimus the new Prime.<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime attempted to solicit [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s help. Grimlock challenged him to a fight to decide whether to join up, but [[Swoop (WFC)|Swoop]]'s capture by Decepticons sent the Autobots off on a rescue mission instead. The Autobots tracked Swoop down to a Dark Energon laboratory on the outskirts of Iacon and freed him from Dark Energon contamination. Swoop's services were subsequently offered to the Autobots by Grimlock, who said he'd follow along to protect Swoop. Analysis of core samples by Jetfire and Ratchet indicated that they would need to disable to corrupters preventing it from repairing itself. To this end, Optimus's team traveled to the core and freed it after defeating [[Brawl (WFC)|Brawl]].<br /> <br /> Realising that the core needed time to repair itself, Optimus ordered the Autobots to evacuate the planet in Arks. He and his team ascended the space bridge to attack the Trypticon space station and take out its main power core. They escaped during the station's plunge towards Cybertron, but as it fell, it transformed. Optimus rallied his men against this new threat, leading the way to the crash site, where the Autobots confronted Trypticon. After the titan's downfall, Optimus and his men left Cybertron in search of a new source of energy. {{storylink|Transformers: War for Cybertron (DS)}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Cybertron Adventures''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)|[[Marco Balzarotti]] (Italian)}}<br /> <br /> Optimus Prime coordinated many of the Autobot campaigns during the war. He dispatched Ironhide and Bumblebee to retrieve a datacore of information about Trypticon from Kaon. He later coordinated the evac measures for Cybertron, personally guarding a supply convoy while Bumblebee ran point and ensuring the safe launch of an airlift whiel the Aerialbots prevented Seekers from taking potshots at it. He also sent the Aerialbots up to Trypticon Station itself when its orbital weapon systems began annihilating the Autobot ranks.<br /> <br /> When Trypticon itself fell to Cybertron after the Aerialbot assault, it transformed into a tremendous warbot, and Optimus Prime raced out to meet it. Bumblebee and Ironhide accompanied Prime to the blast site, fighting through numerous Decepticon embankments to reach the monster. Trypticon himself proved to be an implaccable foe, and Optimus coordinated both ground-based flanking attacks and strafing runs by the Aerialbots. Eventually, the mighty menace went down, and Prime saluted Trypticon on his way to extinction. {{storylink|Transformers: Cybertron Adventures}}<br /> <br /> ===''Transformers: Fall of Cybertron''===<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> [[Image:FOC-GameInformerPrimeBumblebee.jpg|right|thumb|200px|&quot;No, not in the chest, you guys! The throat! The throat!&quot;]]<br /> As the Ark neared completion, Optimus was alerted to the fact that [[Grimlock (WFC)|Grimlock]]'s team had deserted their post and the Decepticons were consequently attacking with giant [[Warp Cannon]]s. He made haste back to Autobot City where he sent [[Sideswipe (WFC)|Sideswipe]], [[Jazz (WFC)|Jazz]] and [[Cliffjumper (WFC)|Cliffjumper]] off in search of the [[Lightning Strike Coalition]] before joining [[Warpath (WFC)|Warpath]] in fending off the Decepticons attacking the nerve center. When it turned out they didn't have enough energon for the defences, Optimus and [[Perceptor (Prime)|Perceptor]] decided to divert some of the energon from Ark. With Perceptor's help, Optimus got an old artillery piece working and reached the neutron cannon which he used to take out some of the attackers before running out of energon. At that point he was drawn to the city core, where he managed to awaken [[Metroplex (FOC)|Metroplex]]. Optimus guided the giant in destroying the Warp Cannons, but the last of them felled Metroplex, forcing Optimus to go inside it himself.<br /> <br /> [[Image:FOC-OptimusPrimetruckart.jpg|left|thumb|200px|&quot;WFC Optimus will be so jealous!&quot;]]<br /> He didn't get very far before encountering [[Starscream (WFC)|Starscream]] and the [[Combaticon (WFC)|Combaticons]] who took him prisoner. Dragged before Megatron, Optimus was only saved by the timely reactivation of Metroplex. Once Megatron was a messy stain on the ground, Prime strongly recommended Starscream and the others leave. Some time later, Jazz and Cliffjumper reported that they'd found a massive [[energon lake]], and Optimus organized a transport to pick it up. During a Decepticon attack on [[Trypticon (WFC)|Trypticon]]'s crash site, Optimus was contacted by Autobots guarding the site who said that Megatron was alive. His request for confirmation was given by none other than Megatron himself, who killed the Autobots who contacted Prime. Recognizing that the Decepticons would only try to retrieve Trypticon's power core if their energon levels were dangerously low, Optimus offered a ceasefire to share what was left, but Megatron rejected his offer, saying that Optimus and the Autobots were responsible for Cybertron's death. <br /> <br /> When he was contacted by Grimlock's team who reported [[Shockwave (WFC)|Shockwave]]'s experiments, Optimus ordered them back to base, only for Grimlock to ignore him. The Ark was eventually launched thanks to a last-minute sacrifice by Metroplex, but didn't get far before the Decepticons caught up in the ''Nemesis'' and attacked it. Optimus headed to the engine room to assist with the defenses there, only to encounter Megatron himself. As the two fought, Bumblebee threw himself in front of a shot meant for Optimus, and the young bot's sacrifice sent an enraged Optimus back into battle against his nemesis. The pair's fight wasn't yet finished when both they and their ships were sucked into the space bridge portal. {{storylink|Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers: Prime - The Game ===<br /> [[Image:Transformers prime the game optimus.jpg|thumb|left|200px|Drop an' give me fifty ''now''. ]]<br /> {{voiceactor|[[Peter Cullen]] (English)}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers: Prime - The Game}}<br /> {{charstubfiction}}<br /> <br /> === ''Transformers Universe'' ===<br /> {{comingsoon}}<br /> {{storylink|Transformers Universe}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Generations===<br /> [[Image:Generationstoy-CybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|It's ''[[Transformers: The War Within|War Within]]'' but with fewer chinstraps and handvents.]]<br /> *'''Cybertronian Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2010)<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> <br /> : Based on his appearance in ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (franchise)|War for Cybertron]]'', ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Optimus Prime transforms from a red, blue, and silver robot into an &quot;armored truck mode.&quot; His rifle transforms as well, folding and plugging into the roof of the vehicle mode. The rifle can also [[5mm post|peg]] into his forearms, and, in its compact configuration, can attach to his shoulders via peg holes on the backs of his front tires. The weapon in its compact configuration can also be stored on his robot mode back. Optimus has a stylized sculpted Autobot insignia on his back, as seen in the game, but it is obscured by [[kibble]].<br /> <br /> : An undocumented transformation step includes flipping Optimus Prime's knees out in vehicle mode to form a back bumper with tail lights. Oddly, the toy itself and the cardbox art show Optimus Prime with four fingers on each hand, while in the video game Optimus Prime has 5 fingers. The vehicle mode pictured here is minimally mistransformed: The exhaust pipes have not been rotated to hide the indentations against the vehicle body. The instructions show the rifle being plugged in by its shorter peg, but the packaging depicts the rifle stored by its grip, which keeps the weapon higher off Prime's body, but is also more secure. <br /> <br /> :Optimus Prime is part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Generations|Generations]]'' Deluxes, but he and Cybertronian [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Generations|Bumblebee]] shipped ahead of their two other wavemates via [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]].<br /> <br /> :This mold was [[redeco]]ed into ''[[Transformers United|United]]'' [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#United|Optimus Prime Cybertron Mode]] and [[Darkside Optimus Prime (United)|Darkside Optimus Prime]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2010/Autobot/GenerationsOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cybertronian Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> {{anchor|FOCtoy}}<br /> [[Image:Generationstoy-OptimusPrimeFOC.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Heroic Fist Truck of DOOM!!!!!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe Class, 2012)<br /> **''Series/number'': '''01/#001'''<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;Ion cannon&quot;<br /> : Part of the first wave of [[2012]] ''Generations'' Deluxe Class toys, Optimus Prime is based on his ''[[Transformers: Fall of Cybertron|Fall of Cybertron]]'' design, and transforms from a robot to a Cybertronian truck and back. His rifle, based on a weapon seen in concept art of Prime, can mount on the roof and rear sides of the vehicle, while in robot mode it can be hand-held, forearm-mounted, or shoulder-mounted, with the shoulder-mounted configuration involving untransforming either of his exhaust pipes. <br /> <br /> :This mold was retooled into ''Fall of Cybertron'' [[Ultra Magnus (WFC)#Generations|Ultra Magnus]].<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/GenOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on ''Fall of Cybertron'' Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime: First Edition===<br /> {{anchor|SDCC2011}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-OptimusPrimeSDCC.jpg|right|thumb|300px|This should tide us over for &lt;strike&gt;three&lt;/strike&gt; &lt;strike&gt;six&lt;/strike&gt; eight months!]]<br /> *'''Matrix of Leadership SDCC Optimus Prime''' (Deluxe, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun, magnet, dignity-removing wearable Matrix packaging<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#First Edition (2011)|Prime: First Edition]]'' Matrix of Leadership Optimus Prime is an [[exclusive]] to [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011. The toy comes in a packaging shaped like the [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#Prime|Matrix of Leadership]], which the owner can wear around his neck, preferably at the convention itself, so passers-by can exclaim &quot;WHERE THE HELL DID YOU GET THAT?&quot; and then try to get one themselves. The Matrix itself comes packaged in a [[Packaging|box]] that is designed to look like Optimus Prime's chest, and opens accordingly. The chest window doors are sealed with a round magnet. <br /> <br /> [[Image:PrimeFEtoy-SDCCpackaging.jpg|left|thumb|300px|Step 1: Put Optimus Prime toy inside a wearable Matrix.&lt;br&gt; Step 2: ???&lt;br&gt; Step 3: Profit!]]<br /> <br /> : The toy itself is an early release of the Deluxe Class Optimus Prime toy from the later &quot;Entertainment Pack&quot; set (see below). There are some deco differences between this release and the later retail release; this version has gray windows instead of blue and is missing some of the silver deco on the helmet and roof/feet, as well as the yellow paint on his lights. His midriff is also darker.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|EntertainmentPack}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeEP.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Can transform from truck mode to movie trailer narrator mode and back!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime vs Megatron: A Rivalry Reborn''' (5 figure gift set, 2011)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Gun<br /> <br /> : A Deluxe-sized Optimus Prime comes with a similarly-scaled [[Megatron (WFC)#EntertainmentPack|Megatron]] and PVC figurines of [[Jack Darby#EntertainmentPack|Jack Darby]], [[Miko Nakadai#EntertainmentPack|Miko Nakadai]], and [[Raf Esquivel#EntertainmentPack|Raf Esquivel]]. Optimus converts from robot mode to his truck mode. He comes with a gun than he can wield with his hands, as well as peg onto his hitch in vehicle mode, with different pegs for either configuration. Similar to [[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#Voyager Class toys 4|a previous Optimus Prime toy]], he features some [[Kibble#.22Faux-parts.22|faux-kibble]] in the form of his actual windshield chest being covered by sculpted panels featuring his characteristic windshield-chest.<br /> <br /> : Initial distribution of this set was... spotty at best, with most of the stock going to Canada. However, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] picked up this set, along with most of the &quot;First Edition&quot; line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012.<br /> <br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|FirstEdition}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|And those chest-mounted side-view mirrors go to ''where'' on the truck mode?]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2011)<br /> **''Number:'' '''001'''<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;[[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] battle sword&quot;, &quot;[[plasma cannon]]&quot;, cardboard stand<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: First Edition'' Voyager-Class toys, Optimus Prime transforms into a truck, with a similar (but more complex) transformation to his previous Deluxe-Class toy, and features a faux-kibble window-chest panel as well as a detailed truck cab interior. He comes with a &quot;Cybertronian battle sword&quot; and a &quot;plasma cannon&quot;, either of which can peg into his hands. The cannon also features a 5mm peg-hole on the underside of its barrel, allowing the sword (or any other compatible accessory) to mount there as a bayonet. They are stored in vehicle mode by pegging them onto either the 5mm-compatible trailer hitch, or onto each peg-hole beside it, although the [[instructions]] tell [[you]] to peg the sword facing forwards onto the hitch, with the cannon mounting backwards onto one of the side pegs. His trailer hitch ends up on his right robot leg, and he has a fake, sculpted, equally-usable trailer hitch on his left leg. As with all &quot;First Edition&quot; toys, he features a cardboard stand.<br /> <br /> : He is minimally mis-transformed in-package and in the [[Stock photography|stock photo]], as his shoulder guards aren't flipped open. His stock photography also shows his plasma cannon as being solid black, when the final cannon is black speckled with silver paint, with slightly more painted silver details on the tips of the barrels.<br /> <br /> : The Japanese release of this figure features slightly different colors for greater [[show-accuracy]], including darker reds and blues, and a more metallic silver plastic.<br /> <br /> : The First Edition Voyagers were never released in the US, forcing buyers to import him from Canada or Japan... at first. [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] later picked up this toy, along with most of the &quot;First Edition&quot; line, as part of a ''huge'' block of US market [[exclusive]]s for holiday season 2012. This second run introduced a [[Variant#Colors and deco|deco variant]], in which the red paint on, beside, and below the truck side windows is omitted, revealing the patch of brown plastic underneath. As he is packaged in robot mode, with his front wheels and shoulders covering said patch, the only way to identify which version is which while in the box is by looking at the hinge joints beside his two painted torso lights, with the center portions of the hinges being unpainted brown on the variant.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded|Japanese toy, second run variant}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Shining}}<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy OptimusShining.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Shining Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[June 16|6-16]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Plasma Cannon&quot;, &quot;Cybertronian Battle Sword&quot;, cardboard stand<br /> <br /> : One of two exclusive toys at the Tokyo Toy Show 2012 held on [[June 16]]th and [[June 17|17th]] (the other being [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#UnitedBlack|''United'' Black Optimus Prime]]), this is the First Edition Prime mold (see above) done up mostly in transparent plastics. He comes in a grayscale version of the First Edition packaging that is otherwise unchanged from the Japanese package, design-wise.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1576.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 1)]<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1577.html Shining Optimus Prime at Alfes's Toy Blog (part 2)]<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DarkGuard}}<br /> *'''Dark Guard Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, [[December 1|12-01]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;Cybertronian battle sword&quot;, &quot;plasma cannon&quot;<br /> : A Japanese-exclusive black-and-gold redeco of First Edition Voyager Class Optimus Prime that's available in Yodobashi Camera, Big Camera, Toys&quot;R&quot;Us, and Aeon stores.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Rescue Bots===<br /> [[Image:RescueBots-toy_OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Admit it, you want one.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (2011)<br /> : Optimus Prime transforms from truck to robot in one easy step! Just [[Autotransformation|fold down his legs]] and he'll spring into action! (And then fold his toes up.)<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> *'''Electronic Rescue Bots Mobile Headquarters''' (playset 2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Optimus Prime, [[Cody Burns]]<br /> :The Electronic Rescue Bots [[Mobile Headquarters]] includes a Optimus Prime toy with a seat for the Cody Burns figure. He has a simple transformation that involves folding his legs and standing him up.<br /> {{picsneeded|toy}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers (2010)===<br /> [[Image:TRURageOverCybertronCybertronianOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|300px|S-s-s-so th-th-th-this i-i-i-is w-w-w-what i-i-i-it f-f-fe-feels l-l-li-like t-t-t-to b-be st-st-stu-stunned.]]<br /> *'''Rage over Cybertron''' (Multipack, 2011)<br /> :*''Accessories'': &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> <br /> :A redeco of Cybertronian Optimus Prime with a translucent red front section, additional (painted) &quot;scratched paint&quot; details, some red paint highlights either omitted or changed to yellow and additional yellow circuitry pattern detailing reminiscent of the jammed abilities/mode lock/EMP effect from the ''War for Cybertron'' game, available in a [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us]]-exclusive three-pack with redecos of Cybertronian Megatron and Cybertronian Bumblebee.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2011/Autobot/TRUROCOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Rage over Cybertron Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> {{anchor|Cyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:Cyberverse_commander_oprime.jpg|thumb|300px|Add the swords from my later &quot;Nightwatch&quot; release to form ''Prime'' &quot;[[Optimus Prime (Movie)/toys#BattleSteel|Battle Steel Optimus Prime]]!&quot;]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 001'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 &quot;battle cannons&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)|Prime]]'' [[Cyberverse]] Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is a smaller-scale toy, and features translucent plastic for his torso so that the toy can be illuminated using the electronic lights featured in the larger playsets. He comes with two translucent &quot;battle cannon&quot; weapons which feature multiple [[C joint|3mm posts and port]]s, allowing them to be held in different ways, store on his robot back, combine with other Cyberverse weapons as well as each other to form larger weapons, or mount onto more ports on his shoulder-pads/roof and ankles/truck sides. Additionally, he features a 5mm port for a trailer hitch. The Hasbro release comes with a pack-in file card, while his first wave release comes with a mini DVD featuring the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' episode, &quot;[[Masters &amp; Students]]&quot;. A [[variant]] head mold which lacks the faceplate also exists in his first wave release.<br /> <br /> : Unlike the smaller Legion Class toys' flexible, rubbery weapons, Optimus' weapons are cast in hard plastic. <br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/CommOptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Cyberverse Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Nightwatch}}<br /> *'''Nightwatch Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2012)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''2 / 008'''<br /> **''Accessories'': 2 &quot;battle swords&quot;<br /> <br /> : Part of the third wave of ''Prime'' Cyberverse Commander Class toys, Nightwatch Optimus Prime is a redeco of Cyberverse Optimus Prime, using the faceplate-less version of the mold's head. His blue plastic is now gray, while his blue paint is a much darker shade, along with various more minor deco differences. He now wields a pair of swords.<br /> <br /> {{picsneeded}}<br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BHCyberverse}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeBHtoy-Cyberverse-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> **''Series / Number'': '''3 / 001'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Launcher &amp; missile (combine to form Thunder Lance), [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHCyberverse|Star Saber]]<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: [[Beast Hunters]]'' Cyberverse Commander Class toys, Optimus Prime is an all-new mold. He now transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck with spiky fenders, and comes with the Thunder Lance and Star Saber. Each of the weapons features two differently-placed 3mm posts, allowing them to be held by his hands, or mount onto two ports on the rear sides of his vehicle mode, as well as allowing the lance to additionally be used as a missile launcher, firing its missile via pressure launch.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Prime===<br /> {{anchor|Voyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeRIDtoy-PrimeVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|The return of [[Optimus Prime (G1)/toys#LaserOptimusPrime|Laser Prime]]! ...sorta.]]<br /> [[Image:Prime-toy OptimusTakTom.jpg|right|thumb|300px|My headlights are totally fake.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[March 31|3-31]]-[[2012]]'''<br /> **''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-01'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon &amp; battle sword (Hasbro only), &quot;O.P.&quot; Arms Micron (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Robots in Disguise (2012)|Prime: Robots in Disguise]]'' Optimus Prime is a new, smaller, slightly more [[Articulation|articulated]] mold, and is the first mainline ''Prime'' Optimus Prime figure released ''not'' to have fake windshield windows on his chest, though they're upside-down relative to truck-mode. <br /> <br /> : He now comes with a half-translucent gun which lights up and expands [[MechTech]]-style when the lever is pulled. Bizarrely, the main section of the weapon is sculpted to resemble Prime's forearm, with the unfolding part being his in-show gun. Additionally, he comes with an opaque sword resembling the [[Star Saber (Prima)|Star Saber]], which he can wield two-handed. The gun features a peg on its underside and a port on each side, while the sword features a peg and peg-hole on its hilt in addition to its 5mm handle. In robot mode, either accessory can mount on his hands, on either of his shoulders, or be pegged into either of his half-translucent forearms. In vehicle mode, the top of the vehicle mode cab can also fold back to reveal two additional peg holes, and there are three peg holes (including the fifth wheel hitch) on the back section, although the hitch tends to open up and not hold very well.<br /> <br /> : Unlike previous Voyager Class MechTech weapons, the gun cannot be set to stay expanded. This means that Prime is forced to threaten Decepticons with a random block of parts, unless you want to use one of your hands to permanently unfold his weapon.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] release of Optimus Prime has considerable differences from the [[Hasbro]] release. His blue and red plastics are darker and metallic, his translucent blue plastic is darker, and a few of his [[paint operation]]s have been omitted and replaced with customer-applied foil [[sticker]]s, such as his shins, feet, headlamps, and [[insignia]]s. His legs, outer forearms and truck-mode &quot;sleeper cabin&quot; side panels have been [[retool]]ed to include [[5mm post]]-holes as part of the line-wide &quot;[[Arms Micron]]&quot; gimmick. As such, he does not come with the Hasbro version's weapons, but instead an Arms Micron partner named [[O.P.]] who transforms into a weapon resembling Optimus's in-show blaster cannon. This version of the mold was also used to make ''Prime'' [[Nemesis Prime (Prime)|Nemesis Prime]].<br /> <br /> : AM-01 Optimus was also part of a special Arms Micron promotion. Between [[March 1]]st and [[March 30]]th 2012, those who pre-ordered Optimus online from through one of four different web sites (Amazon Japan, [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]], Bic Camera, and Yodobashi Camera) received the bonus promotional Micron [[Firebolt (Prime)|Firebolt]] with their Prime.<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://tfu.info/2012/Autobot/OptimusPrime/optimusprime.htm More information on Voyager Optimus Prime at TFU.info]''<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1460.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1461.html Arms Micron Optimus Prime at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|Weaponizer}}<br /> [[Image:Transformers-Prime-Weaponizers-Optimus.jpg|right|thumb|350px|The only reason he still has the blaster is because mini-guns mounted on his shoulders can be very deafening.]]<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-ArmsMasterOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|350px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Weaponizer, 2012)<br /> **''Japanese release date:'' '''[[September 29|9-29]]-2012'''<br /> **''Japanese Number:'' '''AM-21'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Rifle (Hasbro only), &quot;R.A.&quot; Arms Micron &amp; Matrix Blade (TakaraTomy only)<br /> <br /> : Weaponizer Class Optimus Prime is a large toy, similar in size to Leader Class figures from previous ''Transformers'' toylines. He features a simpler transformation and design compared to previous Leader-sized figures, with him having fake chest windows (again) and a simplified, hollow truck rear where his feet, arms, and fake chest windows are plainly visible. He comes with a blaster which can mount onto his hands, shoulder-pads, and the sides of his legs/truck rear.<br /> <br /> : His ''main'' gimmicks, however, are the two large, blue-and-white mini-guns hidden in his back/hood, which can deploy and &quot;weaponize&quot; either mode. When deployed, the mini-guns swing out from his back/hood and spin, while a red LED inside his torso lights up briefly. With the mini-guns swinging down to the sides of his head, it can be deployed in robot mode when a yellow-painted lever above the left side of his waist is pulled to the left. It can also be deployed in vehicle mode when one manually opens the grille, and a gray button on his truck roof is pressed down. Pushing down on the red lever on the center his torso (in either mode) briefly lights up the LED again and swings the mini-guns back into their hiding places.<br /> <br /> : The [[TakaraTomy]] version, dubbed '''Arms Master Optimus''', uses darker, metallic plastics, casts the backs of his thighs in metallic red, replaces his metallic silver paint with glossy gray, and replaces a few of his paint operations with customer-applied foil stickers, such as his insignias, shins, headlamps, the ''tiny'' yellow lights on his torso, and the blue deco on his truck panel sides. He has also been retooled with additional 5mm pegs for his thighs, roof, and lower backpack, as well as ports for his forearms, shoulders, smokestacks, fuel tanks, and roof. Instead of the rifle, he comes with a very large [[Matrix of Leadership/toys#ArmsMaster|Matrix]] which can tab onto his chest as armor or mount onto the back of the truck cab, with the Matrix also being covered in 5mm posts and holes so that Arms Microns can be attached to it. He additionally comes with a clear-blue &quot;Shining&quot; version of the Arms Micron, [[R.A.#ArmsMaster|R.A.]], who can combine with the Matrix to form the colossal [[Matrix Saber]].<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|RemoteControlled}}<br /> *'''Remote Controlled Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Remote control<br /> <br /> :An electronic Optimus Prime, operable by remote control. As well as driving around, the remote control allows you to convert Optimus from truck to robot and trigger his punching action.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|BattleShield}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-TakaraTomy-BattleShieldOptimus.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Real is Brown.]]<br /> *'''Battle Shield Optimus''' (Voyager, [[August 12|8-12]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;O.P. A&quot;, &quot;Pral G&quot;, &quot;Sais G&quot;, &quot;Jayz G&quot; Arms Microns, sword, trailer<br /> <br /> : [[Exclusive]] to Japanese [[Toys&quot;R&quot;Us|ToysЯUs]] stores, this [[redeco]] of AM-01 Optimus features warmer, metallic shades of plastic, replaces the gray plastic around his windshield-chest with red, and replaces the clear-blue plastics with clear-black. He comes with the Hasbro version's battle sword, which is now a darker, warmer shade. For Arms Microns, he now comes with [[O.P.#Gray|O.P. A]], [[Pral#Gold|Pral G]], [[Sais#Gold|Sais G]], and [[Jayz#Gold|Jayz G]], and the latter three can combine to form a golden version of the [[Cosmotector#Gold|Cosmotector]] shield (hence the name). <br /> <br /> :If purchased during the summer 2012 promotional period, he would also have come with a cardboard trailer unit that features Arms Micron mounting points, and can carry a Deluxe Class vehicle (like, say, [[Bumblebee (WFC)#Deluxe|Bumblebee]]).<br /> <br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1635.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 1)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1636.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 2)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1637.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 3)]''<br /> ::*''[http://higekumatoytoy.blog60.fc2.com/blog-entry-1638.html Battle Shield Optimus at Alfes's toy blog (part 4)]''<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|OrionPax}}<br /> *'''Orion Pax''' (Deluxe, [[October 20|10-20]]-2012)<br /> **''Accessories'': Gun, &quot;Gold Metal R.A.&quot; Arms Micron<br /> <br /> : A Bic Camera and Joshin Kids' Land exclusive, this redeco is the first release of the ''Prime: First Edition'' Deluxe class Optimus Prime figure in Japan. He features several customer-applied foil stickers, including Decepticon insignias of varying sizes. He comes with a [[R.A.#Orion|gold vac-metal version of the Arms Micron, R.A.]], as well as the normal blaster-cannon.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|DarkEnergon}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeDEtoy-OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|I feel so fiery and gutsy...]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Dark Energon Voyager, 2012)<br /> **''Number'': '''002'''<br /> **''Accessories'': Battle blaster/Cannon, battle sword<br /> <br /> : ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Dark Energon Series|Prime: Dark Energon]]'' Optimus Prime is a [[BigBadToyStore]]-exclusive redeco/retool of RID Optimus Prime, being is cast in translucent red and orange, and three shades of opaque blue. He comes with a new mouthplate-less head.<br /> <br /> : Though he was packaged on an individual box, he was initially sold as part of a set with [[Megatron (WFC)#DarkEnergon|Dark Energon Megatron]]. He was eventually made available on his own, and all of the the Dark Energon Series toys were eventually made available in Singapore as mass-retail releases. The Voyager Class toys, in particular, also saw mass-retail release in the Philippines.<br /> <br /> {{-}}{{anchor|PrimeUnicronPack}}<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-PrimeUnicronPack-OptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime + Gaia Unicron''' (2013)<br /> **''Accessories'': &quot;O.P&quot; Arms Micron<br /> <br /> :This Asian-exclusive redeco of AM-01 Optimus Prime features a sticker-less, extensive paint-job, coating his red parts and half-translucent arms in glossy metallic paint, painting his torso, shins, grille, fenders, and wheel rims silver, painting half of his feet in glossy black, having painted headlights, and featuring a unique &quot;snake&quot; insignia on his roof/right shoulder-pad, due to 2013 being the &quot;Year of the Snake&quot;. [[O.P.#PrimeUnicronPack|O.P]] comes pre-assembled, lacks stickers, and features paint operations.<br /> <br /> :He and O.P come in a multi-pack with a similarly-shiny [[Unicron/toys#PrimeUnicronPack|Gaia Unicron]] (with [[Bogu]]).<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Platinum Edition===<br /> [[Image:PlatinumEditiontoy-YOTSOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|400px|Platimus.]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Year of the Snake exclusive, 2013)<br /> **''Accessories:'' Firetruck drone, helicopter drone, drill tank drone, submarine drone, trailer, rifle, missile<br /> <br /> :A BigBadToyStore/Amazon shared exclusive, ''[[Transformers: Platinum Edition|Platinum Edition]]'' &quot;Year of the Snake&quot; Optimus Prime is a redeco of [[Transformers: Energon (toyline)|''Energon'']] [[Optimus Prime (Armada)/toys#Energon|Super Class Optimus Prime]], and transforms into a Cybertronic short-nosed truck cab. He is armed with a spring-loaded [[missile]] launcher that is held by his hands via 5mm post, and can store on the rear of his truck mode (which becomes the backpack of his robot mode) when not in use. He lacks the electronics that previous versions have.<br /> <br /> :He comes with a trailer which has flip-down support struts at the rear to enable it to stand alone, and either side of the trailer features a Mini-Con-compatible peg. The trailer stands upright to become an &quot;Energon tower&quot; with a helipad, as well as a radar dish with a 5mm peg-hole. The trailer houses four &quot;assault vehicles&quot; which are redecoes of the [[Prime Force]] drones, and three of the trailer's four storage compartments feature launching mechanisms that propel the vehicles into action. The &quot;assault vehicles&quot; consist of a firetruck with an extending ladder and rotating turret, a helicopter with spinning rotors, a drill tank with a gear-wheel-activated spinning drill, and a submarine with opening capture claws beneath its bow. Combining with the four interchangeable drones to form limbs, Optimus Prime can also transform into &quot;[[Super Mode|Super Optimus Prime]]&quot;, and any drone is capable of forming any limb.<br /> <br /> :In lieu of combining with his drones, Optimus Prime can also combine with ''Platinum Edition'' [[Omega Supreme (WFC)|Omega Supreme]] to form what his instructions ''also'' call &quot;Super Optimus Prime&quot;. The drones are color-matched to Omega Supreme, and can attach to four connectors on his body. In an undocumented feature, Prime can also merge with ''Energon'' [[Wing Saber (Energon)#Energon|Wing Saber]] in a similar fashion, with Wing Saber splitting into four components that connect to Prime as limbs. Wing Saber's red and white torso components can become arms for Prime while his legs attach to Prime's own, creating a &quot;flight mode&quot; of sorts, but the parts can also be swapped around, with Wing Saber's legs deploying large missile launchers and becoming arms.<br /> <br /> :Though the [[stock photography]] shows the original mouthed-face head and smooth inner chest windows, the final toy uses the face-plated head and ridged inner windows. The [[packaging]]'s [[bio]] is every Optimus Prime bio ever, but considering he combines and interacts with Omega Supreme, who appears to be an [[Aligned continuity family]] version of the character, it seems necessary that Optimus Prime is as well.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> {{anchor|BHVoyager}}<br /> [[Image:PrimeBHtoy-Voyager-OptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|right|300px|MONSTER FIRETRUCK transforms into JETPOWER OPTIMUS PRIME!]]<br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Voyager, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 001'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G11'''<br /> ** ''Accessories:'' Two &quot;Ionic Pulse Launchers&quot;/&quot;Eaglefire Missile Launchers&quot;, two missiles, [[Star Saber (Prima)#BHVoyager|Star Saber]]<br /> <br /> : Part of the first wave of ''Prime: Beast Hunters'' Voyager Class toys, Optimus Prime is a larger, all-new mold. He also transforms into a monstrous, flat-nosed truck, but differs from his Cyberverse toy by having a faceplate-less mouth, and by being equipped with a large four-winged backpack in robot mode. He features a 5mm port for each of his hands, one on his backpack, one near each of his front wheels, and one on each of his two upper wings.<br /> <br /> :He comes with the Star Saber, which has a 5mm handle and a post on its hilt, as well as two spring-loaded, missile-firing &quot;Ionic Pulse Launchers&quot; (which are called &quot;Eaglefire Missile Launchers&quot; in the instructions). The launchers each feature a 5mm post, have flip open prods, and can peg onto the ports near the wheels on his robot back, giving him a pair of back-mounted rocket engines. His instructions include the [[Tales of the Beast Hunters Chapter 5|fifth chapter]] of the ''[[Tales of the Beast Hunters]]'' series.<br /> <br /> :His packaging stock photography depicts translucent green missiles that are opaque light-gray in the final product.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> {{anchor|BHWeaponizer}}<br /> *'''Dragon Disc Optimus Prime''' (Supreme, 2013)<br /> : Part of the first wave of &quot;Prime: Beast Hunters&quot; Supreme Class toys. Optimus will feature light, sounds, and an automorph gimmick. <br /> <br /> Just like his size class partner &quot;Predaking&quot;, Optimu will be larger than the averge leader class figure. <br /> <br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Merchandise==<br /> ===Mcdonald's===<br /> [[Image:Primetoy-OptimusPrimeHappyMeal.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Vehicle code name: Rhino]] <br /> *'''Optimus Prime''' (Happy Meal, 2012)<br /> :*''McNumber:'' '''1'''<br /> :Happy Meal Optimus Prime is a nontransformable truck! When the smokestacks are pushed completely forward, a red LED shines out the translucent plastic of his windshield, headlights, and the Autobot symbol on his grill. An on/off switch on the trucks's underside enables or disables the light feature.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Transformers Gum===<br /> [[Image:KabayaKit-TFGum-WFCOptimusPrime.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]<br /> *'''''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime''' (2012)<br /> **''Accessories:'' &quot;blaster&quot; rifle<br /> :Part of the fifth wave of [[Kabaya]]'s revival of the ''[[Transformers Gum]]'' series, this snap-on transforming model kit of ''War for Cybertron'' Optimus Prime is sculpted from red, light blue, and gray plastics, and uses [[sticker]]s for detail. He comes with a blue non-transforming version of his [[C joint|hand-held]] blaster rifle, which mounts at the rear in vehicle mode. He comes packed with a model kit of [[Eaglebreast#Transformers Gum|Eaglebreast]], and stick of gum.<br /> <br /> :This figure suffers from a [[design flaw]], in that his knee joint pegs are slightly too big for their sockets, and that the resulting connection is so tight that it makes the sockets form stress marks and eventually crack.<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> [[Image:TFPrimeOptimustruck.jpg|thumb|200px|So, it hasn't got [[Optimus Prime (Movie)|flames]]. [[Ruined FOREVER|It's still not a flat nose truck.]]]]<br /> [[Image:SDCCPrimeOptimusPrimeTestShot.jpg|thumb|200px|&gt; OPEN PACKAGE&lt;br&gt;You open the package. There is an Optimus Prime inside.]]<br /> [[Image:VectorSigmaBotBuilderOptimusPrime.jpg|thumb|200px|It am BIZARRO OPTIMUS PRIME!]]<br /> *''Exodus'' and ''War for Cybertron'' are different continuities within the same &quot;continuity family&quot;, so their difference on Optimus Prime's pre-Prime name is not a real contradiction in and of itself. However [[Hasbro]]'s [http://www.hasbro.com/transformers/en_US/play/details.cfm?guid=7fd5ecd9-19b9-f369-1041-a7635be83172 online timeline]—meant as prequel to ''War for Cybertron''—refers to Optimus's pre-Prime name as &quot;Orion Pax&quot; like ''Exodus''. To confuse matters even more, in [[IDW Publishing]]'s ''[[Transformers: War for Cybertron (comic)|War for Cybertron]]'' comic, [[Alex Irvine]], in adapting scenes from his novel, still keeps the character's name as &quot;Orion Pax&quot;, when it is also meant to occur prior the game's events.<br /> *Optimus is rather forgetful in ''Exodus''. Alpha Trion tells him twice that he had suggested to the High Council that Orion might be the Prime foretold in the [[Covenant of Primus]]. Then he tells Jetfire that the Core told him of Project Generation One, when it was a contingency plan Trion told him about, put in place since the Breaking of the Primes. Then again, leading an army for thousands or millions of years may place a strain on a bot's memory servers.<br /> *Optimus's CG model underwent modifications between &quot;[[Darkness Rising]]&quot; and the first season proper, with his chest windows lowered somewhat during scenes when he is not in battle.<br /> * A black and red version of the First Edition deluxe Optimus Prime could be seen in the [[San Diego Comic-Con]] 2011 ''Transformers'' slide show, inside a mock-up of the wearable Matrix of Leadership package done for the convention that year. This figure was presumably a test-shot, as it seems to share plastic colors with ''Generations'' [[Black Shadow (Victory)#Generations|Sky Shadow]] (who was, coincidentally, first revealed at that same Comic-Con).<br /> *''Fall of Cybertron''&lt;nowiki&gt;'s&lt;/nowiki&gt; truck mode is described by [[High Moon Studios]] principal artist [[Mike Brown]] as a &quot;fist with wheels attached to it.&quot; [http://www.gameinformer.com/b/features/archive/2011/10/10/fall-of-cybertron-the-new-optimus-prime.aspx]<br /> *At [[BotCon 2012]], High Moon Studios stated that [[Path Blaster|&quot;Optimus Prime's weapon&quot;]] was designed to look like an earlier version of the rifles he wields in the ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]'' television series.<br /> * Optimus Prime'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 Optimus Prime parts, but you can see what one would look like at right through the magic of Photoshop.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> ===Arms Up Modes===<br /> In the Japanese ''Prime'' toyline, Optimus has several powered-up modes when given various [[Arms Micron]]s in certain configurations:<br /> <br /> [[Image:SickMind CybSat-OpSkyMaster.jpg|right|thumb|200px|He's about to pull a Powdered Toast Man.]]<br /> <br /> *'''Sword Mode''' (ソードモード ''sōdomōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2, C.L., O.P., R.A.<br /> : Optimus's &quot;Sword Mode&quot;, depicted on his AM-01 release box-back, which is just him brandishing the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] while [[C.L.]] is attached to Optimus's right leg. Woo.<br /> <br /> *'''Sky Master Mode''' (スカイマスターモード ''sukaimāsutāmōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2 (x2), C.L. (x2), Jida (x2), O.P.<br /> : The more interesting &quot;Sky Master Mode&quot;, revealed in the &quot;[[From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division|Cybertron Satellite]]&quot; segment of &quot;[[Sick Mind|Phantom Transformation! Mind-Diving]]&quot;, has him using O.P. as a blaster, ''two'' [[B.2]]s as leg-thrusters, and ''two'' sets of C.L./[[Jida]](!) combinations as back-mounted jetpacks. The [[Arms Micron#AMW Series|AMW versions]] of C.L. and Jida, while not as color-coordinated, are a far more economical option than buying two of each Cliffjumper. Good luck with the second B.2. This mode was created as a &quot;counter&quot; to the aerial combatant Starscream, along with the [[Energon Sniper]] Combo Weapon (despite it being a Decepticon-Micron-formed weapon). Apparently, the &quot;Arms Up Mission&quot; game isn't picky about factions.<br /> <br /> *'''Galaxy Prime Mode''' (ギャラクシープライムモード ''gyarakushiipuraimumōdo'')<br /> **''Arms Microns'': B.2, Jayz, O.P., Pral, R.A., Sais<br /> : Seen on [[Unicron/toys#Prime|Gaia Unicron]]'s boxback, &quot;Galaxy Prime mode&quot; has Optimus wearing Gaia Unicron in &quot;Gaia Armor&quot; mode while holding the [[Star Saber (Arms Micron)|Star Saber]] and [[Cosmotector]] Super Combo Weapons.<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Optimus Prime''' (オプティマス・プライム ''Oputimasu Puraimu'')<br /> *''Mandarin:'' '''Kē Bó Wén''' (Taiwan, 柯博文), '''Qíng Tīan Zhù''' (China, 擎天柱, &quot;Pillar that Supports the Sky&quot;)<br /> <br /> ==References==<br /> &lt;references /&gt;<br /> <br /> <br /> [[Category:Autobot leaders]]<br /> [[Category:Generations]]<br /> [[Category:Hall of Fame]]<br /> [[Category:Matrix bearers]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Prime Decepticons]]<br /> [[Category:Primes]]<br /> [[Category:Rescue Bots Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers (2010) Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Transformers Online Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:War for Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Fall of Cybertron Autobots]]<br /> [[Category:Prime the Game Autobots]]</div>

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<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|predaconprime}}<br /> {{disambig2|the beast from ''Prime''|the Combiner from Generation 1|Predaking (G1)}}<br /> <br /> :''Predaking is the [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]] commander from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[Image:BeastHunters1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|My armour is like tenfold shields, my teeth are swords, my claws spears, the shock of my tail is a thunderbolt, my wings a hurricane, and my breath death!]]<br /> <br /> '''Predaking''' is a Decepticon-created beast which must be hunted down. He's the Decepticons' ultimate weapon, and the Autobots must stand united to defeat it. Or so the copy goes. <br /> <br /> {{TOCclear}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Transformers: Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingCyberverse.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Voyager Class, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G12'''<br /> ** ''Accessories:'' Twin Hydrafire Blasters, sword/tail<br /> :Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' Voyager Class toys, this Predaking transforms from dragon to robot. His extra dragon heads can become hand-held missile-launchers.<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> *'''Predaking''' (Ultimate Class, 2013)<br /> Ultimate Predaking will feature lights, sounds and an automorph gimmick. Predaking, along with Dragon Disc Optimus Prime, will<br /> be larger than the average leader class figure.<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Predaking was first unveiled at a pre-[[New York Comic Con]] [[2012]] collectors event. We sent [[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] and [[User:Tonyfitz|Tonyfitz]] there, and they brought back photos and information for us. <br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Dragotron''' (ドラゴトロン ''Doragotoron'') <br /> <br /> [[Category: Prime Predacons]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Predaking_(Prime)&diff=780557 2013-01-27T20:03:44Z

<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|predaconprime}}<br /> {{disambig2|the beast from ''Prime''|the Combiner from Generation 1|Predaking (G1)}}<br /> <br /> :''Predaking is the [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]] commander from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[Image:BeastHunters1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|My armour is like tenfold shields, my teeth are swords, my claws spears, the shock of my tail is a thunderbolt, my wings a hurricane, and my breath death!]]<br /> <br /> '''Predaking''' is a Decepticon-created beast which must be hunted down. He's the Decepticons' ultimate weapon, and the Autobots must stand united to defeat it. Or so the copy goes. <br /> <br /> {{TOCclear}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Transformers: Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingCyberverse.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Voyager Class, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G12'''<br /> ** ''Accessories:'' Twin Hydrafire Blasters, sword/tail<br /> :Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' Voyager Class toys, this Predaking transforms from dragon to robot. His extra dragon heads can become hand-held missile-launchers.<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> *'''Predaking''' (Ultimate Class, 2013)<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> Ultimate Predaking will feature lights, sounds and an automorph gimmick. Predaking, along with Dragon Disc Optimus Prime, will<br /> be larger than the average leader class figure.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Predaking was first unveiled at a pre-[[New York Comic Con]] [[2012]] collectors event. We sent [[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] and [[User:Tonyfitz|Tonyfitz]] there, and they brought back photos and information for us. <br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Dragotron''' (ドラゴトロン ''Doragotoron'') <br /> <br /> [[Category: Prime Predacons]]</div>

This Guy https://tfwiki.duckdns.org/index.php?title=Predaking_(Prime)&diff=780556 2013-01-27T20:01:51Z

<p>This Guy: /* Beast Hunters */</p> <hr /> <div>{{faction|predaconprime}}<br /> {{disambig2|the beast from ''Prime''|the Combiner from Generation 1|Predaking (G1)}}<br /> <br /> :''Predaking is the [[Predacon (Prime)|Predacon]] commander from the [[Aligned continuity family]].''<br /> <br /> [[Image:BeastHunters1.jpg|right|thumb|300px|My armour is like tenfold shields, my teeth are swords, my claws spears, the shock of my tail is a thunderbolt, my wings a hurricane, and my breath death!]]<br /> <br /> '''Predaking''' is a Decepticon-created beast which must be hunted down. He's the Decepticons' ultimate weapon, and the Autobots must stand united to defeat it. Or so the copy goes. <br /> <br /> {{TOCclear}}<br /> <br /> ==Fiction==<br /> ===''Transformers: Prime'' cartoon===<br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ==Toys==<br /> ===Cyberverse===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingCyberverse.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Cyberverse Commander, 2013)<br /> {{charstubtoys}}<br /> <br /> {{-}}<br /> <br /> ===Beast Hunters===<br /> [[Image:BHtoy-PredakingVoyager.jpg|right|thumb|300px|]]<br /> *'''Predaking''' (Voyager Class, 2013)<br /> **''Series/Number'': '''2 / 002'''<br /> **''Japanese ID number:'' '''G12'''<br /> ** ''Accessories:'' Twin Hydrafire Blasters, sword/tail<br /> :Part of the first wave of ''[[Transformers: Prime (toyline)#Beast Hunters (2013)|Prime: Beast Hunters]]'' Voyager Class toys, this Predaking transforms from dragon to robot. His extra dragon heads can become hand-held missile-launchers.<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> <br /> *'''Predaking''' (Ultimate Class, 2013)<br /> {{comingsoontoy}}<br /> Ultimate Predaking will feature lights, sounds and an automorph gimmick. Predaking, along with Dragon Disc Optimus Prime, will be larger than an average leader class figure of the past.<br /> <br /> ==Notes==<br /> * Predaking was first unveiled at a pre-[[New York Comic Con]] [[2012]] collectors event. We sent [[User:Thylacine 2000|Thylacine 2000]] and [[User:Tonyfitz|Tonyfitz]] there, and they brought back photos and information for us. <br /> <br /> ===Foreign names===<br /> *''Japanese:'' '''Dragotron''' (ドラゴトロン ''Doragotoron'') <br /> <br /> [[Category: Prime Predacons]]</div>

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