Building Bridges with Optimus Prime - Revision history

DragonBoy618 at 12:20, 8 February 2025

2025-02-08T12:20:11Z

← Older revision		Revision as of 12:20, 8 February 2025
Line 20:		Line 20:
	''However, the Golden Age was brought to an end with the start of [[Megatron (G1)\|Megatron]]'s revolution, and the planet was plunged into civil war. At one point, Optimus learned of a skirmish near the Benevolous Bridge. Rushing to the scene, Optimus found the combatants already gone, but a massive hole from a weapon blast left in the bridge's walkway. As Optimus approached, he was met by the arrival of Jetfire, now wearing the insignia of the [[Decepticon]]s. Holding his hands open to show he meant no harm, Optimus declared the bridge could be repaired using the sheet metal from the walls of a nearby toolshed. Jetfire said nothing, but began smoothing out the jagged edges of the hole as Optimus flattened out the walls into metal sheets, and the two welded them to patch the hole. Their work complete, Optimus promised Jetfire that no matter their differences, he still thought of the other bot as a friend, and Jetfire responded in the affirmative before taking off once more. Optimus then walked across the bridge, pleased to find that the Alpha Preserve was still fully intact, untouched by the surrounding destruction.''		''However, the Golden Age was brought to an end with the start of [[Megatron (G1)\|Megatron]]'s revolution, and the planet was plunged into civil war. At one point, Optimus learned of a skirmish near the Benevolous Bridge. Rushing to the scene, Optimus found the combatants already gone, but a massive hole from a weapon blast left in the bridge's walkway. As Optimus approached, he was met by the arrival of Jetfire, now wearing the insignia of the [[Decepticon]]s. Holding his hands open to show he meant no harm, Optimus declared the bridge could be repaired using the sheet metal from the walls of a nearby toolshed. Jetfire said nothing, but began smoothing out the jagged edges of the hole as Optimus flattened out the walls into metal sheets, and the two welded them to patch the hole. Their work complete, Optimus promised Jetfire that no matter their differences, he still thought of the other bot as a friend, and Jetfire responded in the affirmative before taking off once more. Optimus then walked across the bridge, pleased to find that the Alpha Preserve was still fully intact, untouched by the surrounding destruction.''

	Optimus notes that he's not sure what happened to Jetfire after that, as he and the Autobots were forced to abandon the planet and come to [[Earth]] not long thereafter, but he remains confident that his old friend is fine, and expresses hope that he will once day change his mind about being a Decepticon, much like he did about replacing the bridge. As he thinks back to that time, Optimus vividly recalls all the details of the Alpha Preserve, including its metallic flowers and its strange, abstractly-shaped statues with moving parts that would shift in the wind. He fondly reminisces on the many nights he spent sitting in the park, illuminated by the starlight reflected in the gardens' metal, and the feeling of inner peace it brought him. He muses that memories are not unlike a bridge as well, connecting us with our pasts. For now, though, he thanks you for listening and...''(yawn)''...suggests that you both...get a good...night's sleep...		Optimus notes that he's not sure what happened to Jetfire after that, as he and the Autobots were forced to abandon the planet and come to [[Earth]] not long thereafter, but he remains confident that his old friend is fine, and expresses hope that he will once day change his mind about being a Decepticon, much like he did about replacing the bridge. As he thinks back to that time, Optimus vividly recalls all the details of the Alpha Preserve, including its metallic flowers and its strange, abstractly-shaped statues with moving parts that would shift in the wind. He fondly reminisces on the many nights he spent sitting in the park, illuminated by the starlight reflected in the gardens' metal, and the feeling of inner peace it brought him. He muses that memories are not unlike a bridge as well, connecting us with our pasts. For now, though, he thanks you for listening and... ''(yawn)'' ...suggests that you both... get a good... night's sleep...

	...''zzz''...		...''zzz''...

Saix at 17:56, 3 December 2024

2024-12-03T17:56:20Z

← Older revision		Revision as of 17:56, 3 December 2024
Line 2:		Line 2:
	\|seriesissue=''Sleep Stories''		\|seriesissue=''Sleep Stories''
	\|prev=History of the Transformers		\|prev=History of the Transformers
	\|title=Building Bridges with Optimus Prime		\|title="Building Bridges with Optimus Prime"
	\|image=Calm-BuildingBridges.jpeg		\|image=Calm-BuildingBridges.jpeg
	\|caption=The author of this article actually fell asleep while writing the transcript. If that's not a great testimonial, we don't know what is!		\|caption=The author of this article actually fell asleep while writing the transcript. If that's not a great testimonial, we don't know what is!

Cyberlink420: /* Synopsis */

2024-08-04T08:01:41Z

Synopsis

← Older revision		Revision as of 08:01, 4 August 2024
Line 12:		Line 12:

	==Synopsis==		==Synopsis==
	As [[you]] lay in bed, [[Optimus Prime (G1)\|Optimus Prime]] greets you, thanking you for once again giving him and his allies, [[Bumblebee (G1)\|Bumblebee]] and [[Ironhide (G1)\|Ironhide]], a place to rest and recharge their energy cells. As it happens, the offer couldn't have come at a better time. Optimus explains that the three of them spent the day assisting with recovery and reconstruction efforts following heavy flooding, which had caused a bridge in the area to collapse. With the bridge repaired and all the people safe, they needed a place to rest after hours spent on the road. Bumblebee suggested a truck stop or rest area, while Ironhide proposed a wrecking yard or parking lot. Though both suggestions had merit, the two began to argue, each unwilling to budge from their stance. Optimus notes to himself that while differences of opinion can be good, as they make individuals unique, Bumblebee and Ironhide might have been able to come to a decision more quickly if they had actually talked things out instead of arguing. Fortunately, it was at that moment that you contacted Optimus and offered the [[Autobot]]s a place to stay, pleasing both Bumblebee and Ironhide and immediately defusing the argument, something which Optimus is very grateful for.		As [[you]] lay in bed, [[Optimus Prime (G1)\|Optimus Prime]] greets you, thanking you for once again giving him and his allies, [[Bumblebee (G1)\|Bumblebee]] and [[Ironhide (G1)\|Ironhide]], a place to rest and recharge their energy cells. As it happens, the offer couldn't have come at a better time. Optimus explains that the three of them spent the day assisting with recovery and reconstruction efforts following heavy flooding, which had caused a bridge in the area to collapse. With the bridge repaired and all the people safe, they needed a place to rest after hours spent on the road. Bumblebee suggested a truck stop or rest area, while Ironhide proposed a wrecking yard or parking lot. Though both suggestions had merit, the two began to argue, each unwilling to budge from their stance. Optimus notes to himself that while differences of opinion can be good, as they make individuals unique, Bumblebee and Ironhide might have been able to come to a decision more quickly if they had actually talked things out instead of arguing. Fortunately, it was at that moment that you contacted Optimus and offered the [[Autobot]]s a place to stay, pleasing both Bumblebee and Ironhide and immediately defusing the argument, something which Optimus is very grateful for. Talking of his friends and their disagreements reminds Optimus of a story from his past, which he begins to tell...

	~~Talking of his friends and their disagreements reminds Optimus of a story from his past, which he begins to tell.~~ Millions of years ago, during [[Cybertron (planet)\|Cybertron]]'s [[Golden Age]], Optimus worked as a data clerk at the [[Hall of Records]] in [[Iacon (polity)\|Iacon]], analyzing and archiving data from across the planet. One day, Optimus received a visit from [[Jetfire (G1)\|Jetfire]], a scientist whom Optimus knew only by reputation. Jetfire requested construction data for the [[Benevolous Bridge]], a pedestrian bridge connecting the [[Alpha Preserve]] park to the residental complex where Optimus lived. When asked by Optimus what he needed it for, Jetfire explained that the [[Iacon City Building Council]] had tasked him with dismantling the bridge due to its superstructure weakening, putting it at imminent risk of collapse. When Optimus asked if the bridge would be replaced, Jetfire declared there was no need, and that flying bots would still be able to visit the park without issue. Optimus protested, noting that all bots should be able to freely visit the park regardless of their [[alternate mode]], and offered to help him gather new materials and rebuild the bridge together. After a moment, Jetfire apologized, agreeing that everyone should be able to enjoy the park, and agreed to allow Optimus to help him with reconstruction.		''Millions of years ago, during [[Cybertron (planet)\|Cybertron]]'s [[Golden Age]], Optimus worked as a data clerk at the [[Hall of Records]] in [[Iacon (polity)\|Iacon]], analyzing and archiving data from across the planet. One day, Optimus received a visit from [[Jetfire (G1)\|Jetfire]], a scientist whom Optimus knew only by reputation. Jetfire requested construction data for the [[Benevolous Bridge]], a pedestrian bridge connecting the [[Alpha Preserve]] park to the residental complex where Optimus lived. When asked by Optimus what he needed it for, Jetfire explained that the [[Iacon City Building Council]] had tasked him with dismantling the bridge due to its superstructure weakening, putting it at imminent risk of collapse. When Optimus asked if the bridge would be replaced, Jetfire declared there was no need, and that flying bots would still be able to visit the park without issue. Optimus protested, noting that all bots should be able to freely visit the park regardless of their [[alternate mode]], and offered to help him gather new materials and rebuild the bridge together. After a moment, Jetfire apologized, agreeing that everyone should be able to enjoy the park, and agreed to allow Optimus to help him with reconstruction.''

	With the Council's approval, Optimus and Jetfire began working, dismantling the bridge and replacing the irreparably damaged portions with new heat-treated metal. After a week of hard work, the bridge was completed. Before Jetfire could leave for his next job, he and Optimus were met by several residents from the nearby complex, who insisted on thanking the two for fixing the bridge and continuing to allow them to visit the Alpha Preserve. As the others made their way to the park, Optimus turned to thank Jetfire as well, but he was already gone. The two friends remained in touch for many years, occasionally running into one another at construction sites and scientific events, with the bridge standing strong for many years to come.		''With the Council's approval, Optimus and Jetfire began working, dismantling the bridge and replacing the irreparably damaged portions with new heat-treated metal. After a week of hard work, the bridge was completed. Before Jetfire could leave for his next job, he and Optimus were met by several residents from the nearby complex, who insisted on thanking the two for fixing the bridge and continuing to allow them to visit the Alpha Preserve. As the others made their way to the park, Optimus turned to thank Jetfire as well, but he was already gone. The two friends remained in touch for many years, occasionally running into one another at construction sites and scientific events, with the bridge standing strong for many years to come.''

	However, the Golden Age was brought to an end with the start of [[Megatron (G1)\|Megatron]]'s revolution, and the planet was plunged into civil war. ~~Thinking back~~, Optimus ~~recalls a time when he~~ learned of a skirmish near the Benevolous Bridge. Rushing to the scene, Optimus found the combatants already gone, but a massive hole from a weapon blast left in the bridge's walkway. As Optimus approached, he was met by the arrival of Jetfire, now wearing the insignia of the [[Decepticon]]s. Holding his hands open to show he meant no harm, Optimus declared the bridge could be repaired using the sheet metal from the walls of a nearby toolshed. Jetfire said nothing, but began smoothing out the jagged edges of the hole as Optimus flattened out the walls into metal sheets, and the two welded them to patch the hole. Their work complete, Optimus promised Jetfire that no matter their differences, he still thought of the other bot as a friend, and Jetfire responded in the affirmative before taking off once more. Optimus then walked across the bridge, pleased to find that the Alpha Preserve was still fully intact, untouched by the surrounding destruction.		''However, the Golden Age was brought to an end with the start of [[Megatron (G1)\|Megatron]]'s revolution, and the planet was plunged into civil war. At one point, Optimus learned of a skirmish near the Benevolous Bridge. Rushing to the scene, Optimus found the combatants already gone, but a massive hole from a weapon blast left in the bridge's walkway. As Optimus approached, he was met by the arrival of Jetfire, now wearing the insignia of the [[Decepticon]]s. Holding his hands open to show he meant no harm, Optimus declared the bridge could be repaired using the sheet metal from the walls of a nearby toolshed. Jetfire said nothing, but began smoothing out the jagged edges of the hole as Optimus flattened out the walls into metal sheets, and the two welded them to patch the hole. Their work complete, Optimus promised Jetfire that no matter their differences, he still thought of the other bot as a friend, and Jetfire responded in the affirmative before taking off once more. Optimus then walked across the bridge, pleased to find that the Alpha Preserve was still fully intact, untouched by the surrounding destruction.''

	Optimus notes that he's not sure what happened to Jetfire after that, as he and the Autobots were forced to abandon the planet and come to [[Earth]] not long thereafter, but he remains confident that his old friend is fine, and expresses hope that he will once day change his mind about being a Decepticon, much like he did about replacing the bridge. As he thinks back to that time, Optimus vividly recalls all the details of the Alpha Preserve, including its metallic flowers and its strange, abstractly-shaped statues with moving parts that would shift in the wind. He fondly reminisces on the many nights he spent sitting in the park, illuminated by the starlight reflected in the gardens' metal, and the feeling of inner peace it brought him. He muses that memories are not unlike a bridge as well, connecting us with our pasts. For now, though, he thanks you for listening and...''(yawn)''...suggests that you both...get a good...night's sleep...		Optimus notes that he's not sure what happened to Jetfire after that, as he and the Autobots were forced to abandon the planet and come to [[Earth]] not long thereafter, but he remains confident that his old friend is fine, and expresses hope that he will once day change his mind about being a Decepticon, much like he did about replacing the bridge. As he thinks back to that time, Optimus vividly recalls all the details of the Alpha Preserve, including its metallic flowers and its strange, abstractly-shaped statues with moving parts that would shift in the wind. He fondly reminisces on the many nights he spent sitting in the park, illuminated by the starlight reflected in the gardens' metal, and the feeling of inner peace it brought him. He muses that memories are not unlike a bridge as well, connecting us with our pasts. For now, though, he thanks you for listening and...''(yawn)''...suggests that you both...get a good...night's sleep...

Cyberlink420: /* Transformers references */

2024-07-30T17:31:47Z

Transformers references

← Older revision		Revision as of 17:31, 30 July 2024
Line 37:		Line 37:
	* Optimus is noted to have been a data clerk at the Hall of Records in his pre-war days, similar to his [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Aligned]] counterpart, though no mention is made of his Orion Pax identity.		* Optimus is noted to have been a data clerk at the Hall of Records in his pre-war days, similar to his [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Aligned]] counterpart, though no mention is made of his Orion Pax identity.
	* While the Benevolous Bridge has never been mentioned in ''Transformers'' fiction, the [[Alpha Preserve]] made its first (and previously ''only'') appearance in [[Skyfire (issue)\|issue 3]] of Dreamwave's [[Transformers: Generation 1 (Dreamwave)\|''Transformers: Generation One'' V3]], a story which coincidentally ''also'' placed heavy focus on Jetfire.		* While the Benevolous Bridge has never been mentioned in ''Transformers'' fiction, the [[Alpha Preserve]] made its first (and previously ''only'') appearance in [[Skyfire (issue)\|issue 3]] of Dreamwave's [[Transformers: Generation 1 (Dreamwave)\|''Transformers: Generation One'' V3]], a story which coincidentally ''also'' placed heavy focus on Jetfire.
	* The story references Jetfire's scientific background and his brief time as a member of the Decepticons, recurring elements of the character dating back to ~~the~~ his earliest appearances in media.		* The story references Jetfire's scientific background and his brief time as a member of the Decepticons, recurring elements of the character dating back to his earliest appearances in media.

	===Trivia===		===Trivia===

Cyberlink420: Created page with "{{Comicstory |seriesissue=''Sleep Stories'' |prev=History of the Transformers |title=Building Bridges with Optimus Prime |image=Calm-BuildingBridges.jpeg |caption=The author o..."

2024-04-16T14:30:36Z

Created page with "{{Comicstory |seriesissue=''Sleep Stories'' |prev=History of the Transformers |title=Building Bridges with Optimus Prime |image=Calm-BuildingBridges.jpeg |caption=The author o..."

New page

{{Comicstory
|seriesissue=''Sleep Stories''
|prev=History of the Transformers
|title=Building Bridges with Optimus Prime
|image=Calm-BuildingBridges.jpeg
|caption=The author of this article actually fell asleep while writing the transcript. If that's not a great testimonial, we don't know what is!
|publisher=[[Calm]]
|date=[[June 15]], [[2023]]
|writer=[[Ryder Windham]]
}}
'''Optimus Prime helps you nod off with tales of construction and conflict resolution.'''

==Synopsis==
As [[you]] lay in bed, [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] greets you, thanking you for once again giving him and his allies, [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]] and [[Ironhide (G1)|Ironhide]], a place to rest and recharge their energy cells. As it happens, the offer couldn't have come at a better time. Optimus explains that the three of them spent the day assisting with recovery and reconstruction efforts following heavy flooding, which had caused a bridge in the area to collapse. With the bridge repaired and all the people safe, they needed a place to rest after hours spent on the road. Bumblebee suggested a truck stop or rest area, while Ironhide proposed a wrecking yard or parking lot. Though both suggestions had merit, the two began to argue, each unwilling to budge from their stance. Optimus notes to himself that while differences of opinion can be good, as they make individuals unique, Bumblebee and Ironhide might have been able to come to a decision more quickly if they had actually talked things out instead of arguing. Fortunately, it was at that moment that you contacted Optimus and offered the [[Autobot]]s a place to stay, pleasing both Bumblebee and Ironhide and immediately defusing the argument, something which Optimus is very grateful for.

Talking of his friends and their disagreements reminds Optimus of a story from his past, which he begins to tell. Millions of years ago, during [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]'s [[Golden Age]], Optimus worked as a data clerk at the [[Hall of Records]] in [[Iacon (polity)|Iacon]], analyzing and archiving data from across the planet. One day, Optimus received a visit from [[Jetfire (G1)|Jetfire]], a scientist whom Optimus knew only by reputation. Jetfire requested construction data for the [[Benevolous Bridge]], a pedestrian bridge connecting the [[Alpha Preserve]] park to the residental complex where Optimus lived. When asked by Optimus what he needed it for, Jetfire explained that the [[Iacon City Building Council]] had tasked him with dismantling the bridge due to its superstructure weakening, putting it at imminent risk of collapse. When Optimus asked if the bridge would be replaced, Jetfire declared there was no need, and that flying bots would still be able to visit the park without issue. Optimus protested, noting that all bots should be able to freely visit the park regardless of their [[alternate mode]], and offered to help him gather new materials and rebuild the bridge together. After a moment, Jetfire apologized, agreeing that everyone should be able to enjoy the park, and agreed to allow Optimus to help him with reconstruction.

With the Council's approval, Optimus and Jetfire began working, dismantling the bridge and replacing the irreparably damaged portions with new heat-treated metal. After a week of hard work, the bridge was completed. Before Jetfire could leave for his next job, he and Optimus were met by several residents from the nearby complex, who insisted on thanking the two for fixing the bridge and continuing to allow them to visit the Alpha Preserve. As the others made their way to the park, Optimus turned to thank Jetfire as well, but he was already gone. The two friends remained in touch for many years, occasionally running into one another at construction sites and scientific events, with the bridge standing strong for many years to come.

However, the Golden Age was brought to an end with the start of [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]]'s revolution, and the planet was plunged into civil war. Thinking back, Optimus recalls a time when he learned of a skirmish near the Benevolous Bridge. Rushing to the scene, Optimus found the combatants already gone, but a massive hole from a weapon blast left in the bridge's walkway. As Optimus approached, he was met by the arrival of Jetfire, now wearing the insignia of the [[Decepticon]]s. Holding his hands open to show he meant no harm, Optimus declared the bridge could be repaired using the sheet metal from the walls of a nearby toolshed. Jetfire said nothing, but began smoothing out the jagged edges of the hole as Optimus flattened out the walls into metal sheets, and the two welded them to patch the hole. Their work complete, Optimus promised Jetfire that no matter their differences, he still thought of the other bot as a friend, and Jetfire responded in the affirmative before taking off once more. Optimus then walked across the bridge, pleased to find that the Alpha Preserve was still fully intact, untouched by the surrounding destruction.

Optimus notes that he's not sure what happened to Jetfire after that, as he and the Autobots were forced to abandon the planet and come to [[Earth]] not long thereafter, but he remains confident that his old friend is fine, and expresses hope that he will once day change his mind about being a Decepticon, much like he did about replacing the bridge. As he thinks back to that time, Optimus vividly recalls all the details of the Alpha Preserve, including its metallic flowers and its strange, abstractly-shaped statues with moving parts that would shift in the wind. He fondly reminisces on the many nights he spent sitting in the park, illuminated by the starlight reflected in the gardens' metal, and the feeling of inner peace it brought him. He muses that memories are not unlike a bridge as well, connecting us with our pasts. For now, though, he thanks you for listening and...''(yawn)''...suggests that you both...get a good...night's sleep...

...''zzz''...

==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters
|c1=
* [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]] (1)
}}

==Notes==
===Continuity Notes===
* Optimus repeatedly makes reference to you previously giving the Autobots a place to rest for the night in "[[History of the Transformers]]".

===Transformers references===
* Optimus is noted to have been a data clerk at the Hall of Records in his pre-war days, similar to his [[Optimus Prime (WFC)|Aligned]] counterpart, though no mention is made of his Orion Pax identity.
* While the Benevolous Bridge has never been mentioned in ''Transformers'' fiction, the [[Alpha Preserve]] made its first (and previously ''only'') appearance in [[Skyfire (issue)|issue 3]] of Dreamwave's [[Transformers: Generation 1 (Dreamwave)|''Transformers: Generation One'' V3]], a story which coincidentally ''also'' placed heavy focus on Jetfire.
* The story references Jetfire's scientific background and his brief time as a member of the Decepticons, recurring elements of the character dating back to the his earliest appearances in media.

===Trivia===
*The entire story is narrated by [[Peter Cullen]] in-character as Optimus Prime.
*The story is accompanied by light background music taken from ''[[Transformers: Prime (cartoon)|Transformers: Prime]]''.

==External links==
* [https://www.calm.com/app/player/S9JTslW-pu 30-second preview]
* [[Source:Building Bridges with Optimus Prime|Full transcript]]

[[Category:Audiobooks]]
[[Category:Generation 1 media]]