From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division

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From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division (サイバトロンサテライトこちらトランスフォーマー部 Saibatoron Sateraito Kochira Toransufōmā-bu) is one of two supplemental segments added to the Japanese version of the Transformers: Prime cartoon (the second being Arms Micron Theater).

It stars the popular "[[wikipedia:{{#if:|:}}Japanese idol|{{#if:idol|idol|Japanese idol}}]]" group Tokyo Girls' Style, who play with the new toys, and are given instructions, history lessons, and so on by the voice of Vector Sigma (played by Keiji Fujiwara).

For the first five episodes, Cybertron Satellite came before Arms Micron Theater. In episode 6, it moved to the second slot, just before the closing credits, and remained there for the rest of the show.

Episodes

Season 1

Episode 1: Vector Sigma contacts the surprised Tokyo Girls' Style members, declaring that they will help spread information about Transformers in the form of the "Transformers Division". The girls are vaguely aware of what the franchise is, with Hitomi having watched one of the films, and Ayano decides that they'll use this program to talk about it. Vector Sigma then explains that Transformers started in the 1980s, surprising the girls with the fact that the franchise is older than they are, and that in this latest incarnation of the series, the robots' weapons also turn into robots known as Arms Microns. Perfect Transformation! Enter the Transformers
Episode 2: While the Transformers Division plays with Prime toys, Vector Sigma continues talking about Arms Microns, explaining that they're weapons that have achieved sentience and that wielding them powers Transformers up through a process known as "Arms Up". The computer then points the girls to the Arms Up Mission Game available online to learn more about how this power-up works. Dark Transformation! Dark Energon
Episode 3: During their play time, Mei notices that the Arms Microns can be combined. Vector Sigma reveals that this is known as "Linking", and with specific combinations being called "Combos", such as the Star Saber and Morning Star built by Ayano and Hitomi. While the other three check out the Arms Up Mission Game again, Ayano and Miyu "combine" by posing for the camera together. Rescue Transformation! Fowler in Crisis
Episode 4: Miyu is playing zombie and attacking her friends when Vector Sigma decides it's time to invent some Arms Up modes for battling the undead Terrorcons. They make up Mecha Uchi Ban Ban Mode and Mecha Uchi Kidō Type for Bumblebee and Sekkensenrenzan Mode for Ratchet, and Vector Prime invites the viewers to test the effectiveness of their own combinations against Terrorcon Cliffjumper in the Arms Up Mission Game. The Tokyo Girls' Style members decide to "customize" themselves as well by getting new Transformers Division uniforms. Infiltration Transformation! Battleship Nemesis
Episode 5: The girls receive their new outfits and discuss choosing a division leader, so Vector Sigma suggests that they decide through a competition to see who can transform a Bumblebee toy the fastest. While they compete, Vector Sigma shills a Transformers Prime Transformation Challenge app with a similar concept. Miyu wins and is declared commander of the Transformers Division. Explosive Transformation! Spacebridge Battle
Episode 6: The Transformers Division are dancing when they notice additional toys have appeared on their table, so they stop to do some more Micron-combining. After Miyu creates the Nebula Scythe and Ayano the Galaxy Launcher, they get curious about the energon crystals on the Microns. Vector Sigma explains that if all crystals in a Combo are the same color, it makes an extra powerful Super Combo, and again directs viewers to make some in the Arms Up game. Aerial Transformation! Skyquake
Episode 7: A malfunction in the base's ~~air conditioner~~ environmental preservation function has left the Division shuddering under a quilt, but they get out to do some more combining when the cold reminds Vector Sigma of the arctic-themed mission added to the Arms Up game this month. They create the Crushgize Nebula Scythe for Arcee and Shootgize Galaxy Launcher for Bulkhead before stopping to warm up through dancing, and Yuri makes up the nickname "Vec-chan" for Vector Sigma in the process. Freezing Transformation!? Terror of the Minicons
Episode 8: Yuri is acting like a samurai for the camera, but finds it hard to remain cool when the others bring out a pile of EZ Collection toys to show off and play with. After this goes on for a while, they realize Vector Sigma is remarkably quiet and call out for the computer, who admits to having been asleep. Secret Sword Transformation! Introducing Wheeljack
Episode 9: Ayano acts like Optimus Prime, and Hitomi and Miyu comment that Prime's always serious and would never tell a joke. Meanwhile Mei pushes some buttons on a console she found, causing the base's GroundBridge to open and rain gacha capsules all over the serious Ayano. These contain gacha Arms Microns Optimus Prime Blaster and Bumblebee Sword, which Vector Sigma explains were created from Optimus and Bumblebee's energon being fused with weapons. The girls combine them with other toys, showing that they work together with the main toyline. Reckless Transformation! Protect the Dingus!
Episode 10: It's time for a history lesson, and the division acts bored before revealing they actually find Transformers history interesting. Vector Sigma describes a selection of previous heroic commanders: Optimus Prime of The Transformers (whose toy is present), Optimus Primal of Beast Wars and Optimus Prime of Animated. All-Out Assault Transformation! The Pair of Assassins
Episode 11: The Transformers Division plays Transformers shiritori to decide who's on cleaning duty. Each contestant keeps creating a sentence that ends with "puraimu" (Prime) until Mei ends up saying "Mugatron" and losing. Acceleration Transformation! Speed Match!
Episode 12: The air conditioner is broken again and this time it's too hot, so the girls have a craving for ice cream. Their stock turns out to have melted except for one last popsicle, but Vector Sigma stops Miyu before she can bite into it: it's not a popsicle at all, but a Gari Robo-kun toy! After being amazed, they still argue over who gets to eat it, prompting Vector Sigma to warn viewers that it's definitely not edible. Mystery Insect Transformation! Forest of the Spider Woman!
Episode 13: While Miyu is out shopping, Ayano acts like Starscream and declares herself leader. Vector Sigma provides a description of Starscream's personality and abilities and announces that he can be fought in the latest mission of the Arms Up Mission Game. The division creates some combinations for that purpose: Vector Sigma disagrees with the use of the Energon Sniper as Starscream flies too fast to be sniped, but approves of the Sky Master Mode that would allow Optimus Prime to fly. Miyu then returns, and Ayano immediately backs down and pretends like nothing happened. Phantom Transformation! Mind-Diving
Episode 14: As Miyu and Ayano continue their Megatron/Starscream act and fight over a piece of melon bread, Vector Sigma recaps Megatron's story thus far. The other three discuss if they're on the Autobot or Decepticon side and settle for Autobots, then realize that if Miyu is Megatron, that makes them Decepticons... Counterattack Transformation! The Resurrection of Megatron!
Episode 15: The Transformers Division enjoys the show's new ending theme song, "A Little Bit", so much that they defy Vector Sigma's commands and use the GroundBridge to bring over the band responsible, CLUTCHO. After chatting with the idol group, the three members, Yuto, Shingo, and Shinichi, greet the viewers and advertise the release of the "A Little Bit" single. Phantom Transformation! Skyquake Returns
Episode 16: Miyu has taken to wearing a shiny chrome outfit to coincide with Megatron's revival, something represented by his new toy, Megatron Darkness. Hitomi, Yuri and Mei have a look at the toy and the many gimmicks of the new Hades Arms Micron. Surgical Transformation!? Imprison the Soldier of Destruction
Episode 17: The Megatron Darkness feature continues with a look at Gora II, the Planet Bowgun he can be used to make, Megatron's "Decepticons Full Armor Mode" Arms Up form, and the Dark Matter Calibur. With all this, Megatron is so powerful that Ayano takes to playing the Arms Up Mission Game to find his weaknesses, upsetting Miyu who starts chasing her around the room. Strategy Transformation! Unravel the Sinister Thread!
Episode 18: The division members discuss how it's been four months since their formation and they've been doing this all spring. Prime DVDs are starting coming out by now, so Vector Sigma recaps the story thus far while the girls encourage viewers to buy the DVDs and keep watching the show. Adhesive Transformation!? Magnetic Tag Match
Episode 19: The Transformers Division GroundBridges to a Toys"R"Us in Ikebukuro's Sunshine city to check out Prime toys as well as the Cybertron Satellite promotion's Matrix display. These displays are all over Japan (maybe even in your town!), so they set out to have a look at some other ones, to the dismay of Ayano who wants a lunch break. Exploration Transformation! Escape from the Underground
Episode 20: The next stop on the division's journey is Yodobashi Camera Multimedia in Akihabara, where they notice the presence of Akiba Prime in the Matrix display and promote the Cybertron Satellite Town Commanders. Since Ayano continues to complain about her hunger, they then go have something to eat. Duel Transformation! Quell Cliffjumper's Regrets
Episode 21: With summer vacation drawing to a close, the girls claim to display the Earth tradition of last-minute studying by practicing their duties as both Tokyo Girls' Style and the Transformers Division: Mei and Hitomi practice song and dance, Ayano and Yuri color Transformers for the "Original Transformer Award" contest, and Miyu watches Prime DVDs. Vector Sigma argues that none of this counts as studying. Friendship Transformation! My Bulkhead
Episode 22: After half a year as a Transformers Division member, Ayano believes she can finally transform the Optimus Prime toy perfectly within 3 minutes. She's displeased with her time, but Miyu is impressed and awards her a "gold medal" in the form of the gold Cosmotector. Vector Sigma provides a brief description of the weapon and its gold version. Forbidden Transformation!? Ratchet's Strongest Legend?
Episode 23: Another dancing session is interrupted when Ayano opens a GroundBridge hoping to summon some sweets, only to end up pelting her friends with more gacha capsules. After Vector Sigma identifies the new toys as Megatron Cannon, Bulkhead Knuckle and Arcee Blade, the division gets to work attaching them to Optimus Prime. Vector Sigma tells Ayano to stop messing with the GroundBridge, and when she tries it again, a capsule hits her on the head. One-Shot Transformation! Optimus Prime VS Megatron
Episode 24: Vector Sigma and the Transformers Division take a look at the Gaia Unicron toy and its gimmicks, including its ability to split apart and become Gaia Armor for Megatron or Optimus. When the division members are impressed by the "wild" look of the armor, Vector Sigma tries to sound wild as well, but the computer's idea of a wild voice is so strange that the girls think it's malfunctioning. Giant God Transformation! The Advance of Gaia Unicron
Episode 25: Blaming Vector Sigma's behavior on Gaia Unicron's influence, the division members fetch a box labeled "secret weapon" that turns out to contain an Arms Master Optimus toy. They check out its various features, but run out of time before they can talk about the Matrix accessory. Rivals Transformation! Birth of the Strongest Combination
Episode 26: Continuing from the previous episode, Vector Sigma describes the Matrix and introduces the Matrix Saber and Super Star Saber weapons it forms part of. An "Ultimate Mode" Arms Up form for Arms Master Optimus is also shown, inspiring Ayano to "power up" into Arms Master Ayano by putting on various accessories. Sealed Transformation! The Mystery of Orion Pax

Season 2

Episode 27: The Transformers Division gets new shirts with Optimus Prime on them and do some posing in their new outfits, then announce that as of this episode, the Tokyo Girls' Style song "Discord" will be used as the show's ending theme. Forgotten Transformation! Optimus Has Become a Decepticon
Episode 28: The group's dancing to "Discord" impresses Vector Sigma, though they think nothing of it: to them, performing is their normal job and working with Transformers is what's hard! This reminds them of the new Arms Up Campaign and they show off some of their creations, namely Optimus Prime's Sky Wing Mode, Megatron's Long Spear Mode and Bumblebee's Booster Mode. The first prize for the contest is a Golden Optimus Prime toy that Ayano wants as a cellphone strap, though the others tell her it's too big for that. Hopeful Transformation! Aim for Planet Cybertron
Episode 29: Now that Vector Sigma has appeared in the show proper, the division members discuss its impressive appearance. The computer credits advanced Cybertronian technology before announcing another history lesson, this time with focus on Megatron. Descriptions are provided of Generation 1 Megatron, Beast Wars Megatron and Animated Megatron before the girls get bored and asleep, prompting Vector Sigma cracks a pun about how "Megatron" sounds like "closing your eyes" in Japanese. Activated Transformation! The Key to Vector Sigma
Episode 30: During a cleaning session, Mei mentions that displaying their many EZ Collection toys properly would be nice. Ayano grants her wish by bringing out an Optimus Maximus toy that can house both EZ Collection and Arms Micron toys. When they put every single toy on Maximus, however, Vector Sigma comments that it's kind of a mess, and then Ayano drops it to boot. Unable to Transform!? SOS Bumblebee
Episode 31: The division holds a transformation challenge to celebrate the fact that Bumblebee can transform again, with each member taking on a different toy. Ayano is the first to succeed with her Ratchet. Brave Transformation! The Surgeon's Decision
Episode 32: The girls want to go to the beach while it's still summer, and Ayano tries to open a GroundBridge portal to Hawaii to Vector Sigma's chagrin. Mention of the ocean leads the computer to consider underwater battles, so it presents an Aqua Screw Mode form for Optimus Prime that would let him fight underwater while wielding the Giga Tornado Cannon Combo Weapon. It also shills the new Wheeljack and Dreadwing toys while the division members demand to be sent to Hawaii as a reward for their hard work. Explosive Sword Transformation! Wheeljack and Dreadwing
Episode 33: Quiz time! The Transformers Division holds a series of quizzes to see who knows the most about Combo Weapons. For the first question, Hitomi and Mei correctly name Gora II as a part of the Planet Bowgun (and not regular Gora nor the nonexistent Gora III). For the second, the contestants are tricked into guessing a silhouette depicts the Super Star Saber when it's actually the Pure Energon Super Star Saber... which is different only in color. And it wasn't even one of the options to begin with. Turbulent Transformation! Insect Battle
Episode 34: Ayano announces that it's the season of art, so they'll make art out of Arms Microns instead of proper combinations. She builds a "Big Tower" out of three Microns while Mei combines ten B.B.s into a "Lots of B.B.s Robo" combiner, which then inspires Hitomi and Yuri to build their own "Micron Robo" out of all kinds of Microns. Finally, Miyu creates what she dubs a Super Special Ultra Combo Weapon... the katakana for ma (マ). Clashing Transformation! The Dark Commander Appears
Episode 35: Spurned by his friends over in Arms Micron Theater, B.B. has come to play with the Transformers Division. They play a game of making silly faces at each other, with whoever who laughs losing, but B.B.'s static face cannot be defeated. In the end, Hitomi forces him to laugh by tickling him. Mission Transformation! Fowler's Investigation Files
Episode 36: The latest Arms Up game mission involves preparing for battles in space, so Yuri invents a Space Blaster Mode for Optimus Prime, who in this form wields the mighty Matrix Blaster. Mei finds space romantic, though Ayano's suggestion that they open a GroundBridge to space is wisely shot down. She and the others then latch onto the idea of going to Hawaii again, to Vector Sigma's annoyance. Infinite Transformation! Multiplying Enemies
Episode 37: Introducing the RC Transformers toys! Hitomi and Yuri pit RC Optimus Prime and Bumblebee against each other in a sumo wrestling match which Hitomi wins. Thunder God Transformation! Rebellion of the Battleship Nemesis
Episode 38: The Transformers Division decorates the base for Christmas and describes the holiday to a curious Vector Sigma, who then gives them some presents in the form of Cap Bots Captimus Primes and Capticons. Recovery Transformation! Battle in the Metropolis Underground
Episode 39: With the year drawing to a close, the division members talk about their experiences in the past year and recall that the results of the Original Transformers Award coloring contest are out. Vector Sigma announces that outstanding performance award is given to Ritsuko Chou's "Bumblebee America", Koumei Katori's "Final Optimus Prime", Kaito Uchiyama's "Flame" (Bumblebee), Kenichi Arai's "Kabukimono-Mega!" (Megatron) and Kenshi Nakao's "Gold Megatron". The top prize goes to Yuugo Fukae's "Fire Bulkhead" and Ayano Kosugi's "Four Season Arcee", designs that have even been replicated in toy form. Freezing Transformation! Obtain the Invincible Body!
Episode 40: As the division is wishing their viewers a happy new year, Vector Sigma notices that their Optimus Prime toy is wielding the Advanced Star Saber and provides a description of the weapon, including the fact that it also forms half of the Matrix Double Saber. Sonic Transformation! Ratchet's Recipe
Episode 41: The girls have lost their energy and don't feel like doing anything. That is, until Vector Sigma reveals it's time to announce the winners of round 1 of the Arms Up Campaign contest, reviving them all! Explaining that the theme of the round was Arms Up Modes designed for midair combat, Vector Sigma reveals two winners from the junior category: one mode for Optimus Prime by "Cyber" and one for Dreadwing by "kure". Toxic Flame Transformation! Hardshell, King of the Insects
Episode 42: The division members check out BeCool toys and have some fun with their autotransformation gimmick before it's time for some more junior category award announcements. This batch of winners consists of Arms Up Modes for Megatron Darkness (two, one by Shuugo and one by Hashimotosora), Soundwave (by Kekekenshi), Airachnid (by joejoe), Arms Master Optimus (by Heiru) and Battle Shield Optimus (by Taketimus). Revenge Transformation! The Brave Chase
Episode 43: When Yuri wants to go search for Iacon relics, Vector Sigma explains to the viewers just what these artifacts are, providing descriptions of the spark extractor, Forge of Solus Prime, phase shifter and Apex Armor. After Ayano and Mei wonder if there are relics that can create sweets or do their homework for them, the girls get excited and set out on their search, leaving an exasperated Vector Sigma behind. Reminiscent Transformation! Arcee's Past
Episode 44: Miyu, Yuri and Mei are checking out the Smokescreen toy and discussing this new member of the Autobots, confusing the nearby Ayano and Hitomi who think they're talking about a new member of Tokyo Girls' Style. Vector Sigma introduces Smokescreen, hinting there is a secret about him that will be explored in the future. New Star Transformation! Enter Smokescreen!
Episode 45: It's getting close to a year since the Transformers Division was formed, and they're starting to have a lot of Arms Micron in their collection. They ask Vector Sigma for a display case to put them in, but the computer refuses, citing budget cuts. Fortunately, Miyu brings two papercraft sofas like those seen in Arms Micron Theater to use in displays, explaining that they can be downloaded for printing on the Prime website. Ayano brings Optimus Maximus back out for a reminder of its display potential, but the table ends up so cluttered that they want a case after all. Manmade Transformation! The Warrior of Destruction is Back
Episode 46: Hitomi wielding a broom while cleaning makes the others think of the Matrix Saber, so Vector Sigma explains the story behind the sword and its power. Hitomi starts playing with the broom as a sword, but is interrupted by the evil laughter of Miyu, who stares her down while wielding her own broom... Flash Transformation! Unleashed! The Legendary Sword
Episode 47: As Hitomi and Miyu play at swordfighting, the other three realize Miyu's pretending to have the Dark Energon Saber, and Vector Sigma describes this weapon as well. The two combatants then stop messing around and start using the brooms properly, urging the others to help clean as well. Prophetic Transformation! A Message from Beyond Time
Episode 48: It's been a while since there was any Arms Up creating on the show, so Vector Sigma tasks the division with attaching some Microns to Final Battle Megatron. They succeed in creating Megatron's Ultimate Mode in which he wields the upgraded Ultimate Dark Energon Saber. Inspired, Hitomi and Miyu then pick up their brooms to fight again. Combustible Transformation! Struggle over the Omega Key
Episode 49: O.P., B.B., R.A., B.H. and Arc all come to visit the Transformers Division and play round 2 of the laughing game they previously played with B.B.. Just like last time, the faces of the Arms Microns remain completely frozen, and just like then, the girls win by resorting to tickling them instead. Sky Dance Transformation! The Suicidal Skydive
Episode 50: With the final battle approaching, Vector Sigma delves into the four Omega Keys, explaining their significance and retelling how they came to be collected by the Decepticons. The division members advertise Prime DVDs as well as their own CD with "Discord" on it. Blackest Transformation! The Shadow of Treachery
Episode 51: The girls show off the four new BeCool toys with transforming launcher trailers and have so much fun playing with them that when Vector Sigma announces that the show will end next week, it takes them a minute to process what they heard. As they panic, Ayano insists that she won't let it end until she gets to go to Hawaii. Resurrection Transformation! The Reviving of Planet Cybertron
Episode 52: Ayano is still trying to force the GroundBridge to get her to Hawaii, though she claims she's just going shopping. The other four figure her out (given that she's carrying a swim tube), but don't stop her since they want to go too! After being stopped by Vector Sigma, they sit down to say goodbye to their viewers and thank them for their time together, saying how much fun they've had in the past year. Ultimate Transformation! Fight! Transformers

Notes

Due to the addition of the two promo segments, as well as a considerably longer title sequence and end credits, each primary episode of Prime has had approximately three minutes of content removed for time constraints. These edits are mostly intuitive and unintrusive so as not to harm the coherency of the narrative.

External links

Blog for From the Cybertron Satellite, Transformers Division at TV Aichi's Transformers: Prime website

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