Metrowars - Revision history

Saix at 15:03, 6 March 2026

2026-03-06T15:03:31Z

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	*Just as Metroplex's city mode has a different name in Japanese (the famous "Scramble City"), Straxus has given Metrotitan's city form a name too: [[Darkmount (Cybertron)\|Darkmount]], after the fortress he commanded in [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|the original Marvel comic series]]. An extra layer of meaning is added to this when one recalls that ''United EX'' writer [[Andrew Hall]] envisioned this incarnation of Straxus as actually being the ''same character'' as the Marvel Straxus, having hopped dimensions.		*Just as Metroplex's city mode has a different name in Japanese (the famous "Scramble City"), Straxus has given Metrotitan's city form a name too: [[Darkmount (Cybertron)\|Darkmount]], after the fortress he commanded in [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|the original Marvel comic series]]. An extra layer of meaning is added to this when one recalls that ''United EX'' writer [[Andrew Hall]] envisioned this incarnation of Straxus as actually being the ''same character'' as the Marvel Straxus, having hopped dimensions.
	*It goes without saying, but Metroplex is rebuilt from his original Generation 1 form into his new 2013 ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)\|Generations]]'' "[[Thrilling 30]]" design, with an appropriate in-story increase in size in reference to the toy's stature as the tallest ''Transformers'' toy ever.		*It goes without saying, but Metroplex is rebuilt from his original Generation 1 form into his new 2013 ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)\|Generations]]'' "[[Thrilling 30]]" design, with an appropriate in-story increase in size in reference to the toy's stature as the tallest ''Transformers'' toy ever.
	*Metroplex says he will banish Metrotitan from "our clan"; he ''could'' just be referring to the Autobots, but the presence of three separate characters based on the Metroplex mold in this one story certainly seems intended to evoke the [[Titan (group)\|Titans]] from the [[2005 IDW continuity]], especially since Metrobase has been recolored with a new lavender deco seemingly based on one of the Titans that appeared in [[Primus: You, Me, and Other Revelations\|the 2012 ''More than Meets the Eye'' annual]]. This notion was expanded years later in [[LG14 Ultra Magnus Prologue~~#The~~ Mysterious Knowledgeable Grandpa Chapter\|some]] [[LG-EX Metroplex\|issues]] of the [[Transformers Legends (comic)\|''Legends'' manga]].		*Metroplex says he will banish Metrotitan from "our clan"; he ''could'' just be referring to the Autobots, but the presence of three separate characters based on the Metroplex mold in this one story certainly seems intended to evoke the [[Titan (group)\|Titans]] from the [[2005 IDW continuity]], especially since Metrobase has been recolored with a new lavender deco seemingly based on one of the Titans that appeared in [[Primus: You, Me, and Other Revelations\|the 2012 ''More than Meets the Eye'' annual]]. This notion was expanded years later in [[LG14 Ultra Magnus Prologue Part 2: Mysterious Knowledgeable Grandpa Chapter\|some]] [[LG-EX Metroplex\|issues]] of the [[Transformers Legends (comic)\|''Legends'' manga]].
	*[[X-Gunner]] steals [[Delta Seeker]]'s arm by the end of the story, finally accomplishing a long-standing desire of his that was mentioned in his original bio.		*[[X-Gunner]] steals [[Delta Seeker]]'s arm by the end of the story, finally accomplishing a long-standing desire of his that was mentioned in his original bio.

Saix at 23:21, 23 February 2026

2026-02-23T23:21:00Z

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	*Just as Metroplex's city mode has a different name in Japanese (the famous "Scramble City"), Straxus has given Metrotitan's city form a name too: [[Darkmount (Cybertron)\|Darkmount]], after the fortress he commanded in [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|the original Marvel comic series]]. An extra layer of meaning is added to this when one recalls that ''United EX'' writer [[Andrew Hall]] envisioned this incarnation of Straxus as actually being the ''same character'' as the Marvel Straxus, having hopped dimensions.		*Just as Metroplex's city mode has a different name in Japanese (the famous "Scramble City"), Straxus has given Metrotitan's city form a name too: [[Darkmount (Cybertron)\|Darkmount]], after the fortress he commanded in [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|the original Marvel comic series]]. An extra layer of meaning is added to this when one recalls that ''United EX'' writer [[Andrew Hall]] envisioned this incarnation of Straxus as actually being the ''same character'' as the Marvel Straxus, having hopped dimensions.
	*It goes without saying, but Metroplex is rebuilt from his original Generation 1 form into his new 2013 ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)\|Generations]]'' "[[Thrilling 30]]" design, with an appropriate in-story increase in size in reference to the toy's stature as the tallest ''Transformers'' toy ever.		*It goes without saying, but Metroplex is rebuilt from his original Generation 1 form into his new 2013 ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)\|Generations]]'' "[[Thrilling 30]]" design, with an appropriate in-story increase in size in reference to the toy's stature as the tallest ''Transformers'' toy ever.
	*Metroplex says he will banish Metrotitan from "our clan"; he ''could'' just be referring to the Autobots, but the presence of three separate characters based on the Metroplex mold in this one story certainly seems intended to evoke the [[Titan (group)\|Titans]] from the [[2005 IDW continuity]], especially since Metrobase has been recolored with a new lavender deco seemingly based on one of the Titans that appeared in [[Primus: You, Me, and Other Revelations\|the 2012 ''More than Meets the Eye'' annual]]. This notion was expanded years later in [[LG14 Ultra Magnus Prologue#The Mysterious Knowledgeable Grandpa Chapter\|some]] [[~~Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol.~~ EX (Metroplex)\|issues]] of the [[Transformers Legends (comic)\|''Legends'' manga]].		*Metroplex says he will banish Metrotitan from "our clan"; he ''could'' just be referring to the Autobots, but the presence of three separate characters based on the Metroplex mold in this one story certainly seems intended to evoke the [[Titan (group)\|Titans]] from the [[2005 IDW continuity]], especially since Metrobase has been recolored with a new lavender deco seemingly based on one of the Titans that appeared in [[Primus: You, Me, and Other Revelations\|the 2012 ''More than Meets the Eye'' annual]]. This notion was expanded years later in [[LG14 Ultra Magnus Prologue#The Mysterious Knowledgeable Grandpa Chapter\|some]] [[LG-EX Metroplex\|issues]] of the [[Transformers Legends (comic)\|''Legends'' manga]].
	*[[X-Gunner]] steals [[Delta Seeker]]'s arm by the end of the story, finally accomplishing a long-standing desire of his that was mentioned in his original bio.		*[[X-Gunner]] steals [[Delta Seeker]]'s arm by the end of the story, finally accomplishing a long-standing desire of his that was mentioned in his original bio.

Saix at 23:18, 23 February 2026

2026-02-23T23:18:52Z

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	*[[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] was the headquarters of the Micromasters in the ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster]]'' storyline, which was set in the early 1980s. While clearly a redeco of the Metroplex mold, its origins were left unsaid, and while they're not expanded on here, see "Transformers references", below.		*[[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] was the headquarters of the Micromasters in the ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster]]'' storyline, which was set in the early 1980s. While clearly a redeco of the Metroplex mold, its origins were left unsaid, and while they're not expanded on here, see "Transformers references", below.
	*Twincast is still in charge of Autobot City, just as he was when he was Blaster back in the original [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]]. He and Pipes discussing the need for Metroplex to transform hearkens back to similar interactions between the characters in ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]''.		*Twincast is still in charge of Autobot City, just as he was when he was Blaster back in the original [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]]. He and Pipes discussing the need for Metroplex to transform hearkens back to similar interactions between the characters in ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]''.
	*Several plot threads from this story would not receive follow up until [[~~Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol.~~ EX (Metroplex)\|Metroplex's ''Legends'' pack-in chapter]] in 2018.		*Several plot threads from this story would not receive follow up until [[LG-EX Metroplex\|Metroplex's ''Legends'' pack-in chapter]] in 2018.

	===Transformers references===		===Transformers references===

BerylRoll at 16:22, 12 February 2026

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	*[[Jetfire (G1)\|Jetfire]] (22)		*[[Jetfire (G1)\|Jetfire]] (22)
	*[[R-Blade]] (23)		*[[R-Blade]] (23)
	*[[Metrobase]] (24)		*[[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] (24)
	*[[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] (25)		*[[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] (25)
	*[[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] (26)		*[[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] (26)
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	*Megatron is in his "Ultra Megatron" form, which he was given by [[Dark Nova]] during the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: The Battlestars (story page)\|Battlestars]]'' storyline. He is comatose following his and Dark Nova's defeat at the climax of that story.		*Megatron is in his "Ultra Megatron" form, which he was given by [[Dark Nova]] during the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: The Battlestars (story page)\|Battlestars]]'' storyline. He is comatose following his and Dark Nova's defeat at the climax of that story.
	*Straxus notes that if Megatron continues to resist his attempts to forge a mental link with him, then his "diabolical nature" will "fade away"—an explanation for the personality change that Megatron underwent prior to the Japanese ''Generation 2'' storyline that saw him make peace with the Autobots and forge the [[Cybertron Alliance]].		*Straxus notes that if Megatron continues to resist his attempts to forge a mental link with him, then his "diabolical nature" will "fade away"—an explanation for the personality change that Megatron underwent prior to the Japanese ''Generation 2'' storyline that saw him make peace with the Autobots and forge the [[Cybertron Alliance]].
	*[[Metrobase]] was the headquarters of the Micromasters in the ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster]]'' storyline, which was set in the early 1980s. While clearly a redeco of the Metroplex mold, its origins were left unsaid, and while they're not expanded on here, see "Transformers references", below.		*[[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] was the headquarters of the Micromasters in the ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster]]'' storyline, which was set in the early 1980s. While clearly a redeco of the Metroplex mold, its origins were left unsaid, and while they're not expanded on here, see "Transformers references", below.
	*Twincast is still in charge of Autobot City, just as he was when he was Blaster back in the original [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]]. He and Pipes discussing the need for Metroplex to transform hearkens back to similar interactions between the characters in ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]''.		*Twincast is still in charge of Autobot City, just as he was when he was Blaster back in the original [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]]. He and Pipes discussing the need for Metroplex to transform hearkens back to similar interactions between the characters in ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]''.
	*Several plot threads from this story would not receive follow up until [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. EX (Metroplex)\|Metroplex's ''Legends'' pack-in chapter]] in 2018.		*Several plot threads from this story would not receive follow up until [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. EX (Metroplex)\|Metroplex's ''Legends'' pack-in chapter]] in 2018.

BerylRoll at 16:21, 12 February 2026

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	[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.		[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.

	Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!		Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!

	Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[Anti-matter projector\|antimatter projector]]. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.		Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[Anti-matter projector\|antimatter projector]]. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.

AzimuthAcolyte: Transformation cog -> Transformation cog (biology) update

2025-09-13T15:18:43Z

Transformation cog -> Transformation cog (biology) update

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	The [[Battlestars]] have triumphed against [[Dark Nova]], and Supreme Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Optimus Prime]] has left the battlefield to the new and upcoming [[Autobot]] warriors. However, they haven't had an easy time finding their footing, having to contend with [[Scrash (G1)\|Scrash]]'s forces. In the meantime, both sides have fallen to an energy crisis.		The [[Battlestars]] have triumphed against [[Dark Nova]], and Supreme Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Optimus Prime]] has left the battlefield to the new and upcoming [[Autobot]] warriors. However, they haven't had an easy time finding their footing, having to contend with [[Scrash (G1)\|Scrash]]'s forces. In the meantime, both sides have fallen to an energy crisis.

	After a brutal attack from [[Metrotitan (G1)\|Metrotitan]], [[Metroplex (G1)\|Metroplex]] lies fallen and [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Marinemaster]] can only wonder if a traitor in their ranks could have led to this. He is knocked out and wakes up on [[Minerva (G1 robot)\|Minerva]] and [[Glit (KP)\|Glit]]'s operating table with a new body. He rejects the Marinemaster name, as he no longer has an [[Energon Matrix]]. Minerva explains that Metroplex's [[transformation cog]] was thankfully left unharmed and that the [[Nebulan]]s are assisting the Autobots in rebuilding Metroplex as fast as they can, but their efforts are hampered by the constant energy shortage.		After a brutal attack from [[Metrotitan (G1)\|Metrotitan]], [[Metroplex (G1)\|Metroplex]] lies fallen and [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Marinemaster]] can only wonder if a traitor in their ranks could have led to this. He is knocked out and wakes up on [[Minerva (G1 robot)\|Minerva]] and [[Glit (KP)\|Glit]]'s operating table with a new body. He rejects the Marinemaster name, as he no longer has an [[Energon Matrix]]. Minerva explains that Metroplex's [[Transformation cog (biology)\|transformation cog]] was thankfully left unharmed and that the [[Nebulan]]s are assisting the Autobots in rebuilding Metroplex as fast as they can, but their efforts are hampered by the constant energy shortage.

	[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.		[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.

MahXyme: /* Transformers references */

2024-10-21T14:01:33Z

Transformers references

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	**[[Eagle Eye (G1)\|Eagle Eye]]—Outwardly the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)\|Generation 2]]'' Decepticon [[Skyscorcher]] who would soon be revealed in "[[Badlands (issue)\|Badlands]]", released not long after the publication of this story, to be the Autobot [[Micromaster]] turned traitor.		**[[Eagle Eye (G1)\|Eagle Eye]]—Outwardly the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)\|Generation 2]]'' Decepticon [[Skyscorcher]] who would soon be revealed in "[[Badlands (issue)\|Badlands]]", released not long after the publication of this story, to be the Autobot [[Micromaster]] turned traitor.
	**And outside of Japanese continuity, there's also [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Manta Ray]], who in the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]] was created as a Decepticon but switched sides.		**And outside of Japanese continuity, there's also [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Manta Ray]], who in the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]] was created as a Decepticon but switched sides.
			[[File:Damaged Hero-X G1Toy OmegaSupreme.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|]]
	*Omega Supreme—having been badly damaged after the attack that occurs before the start of this story—is missing his claw-arm and has been repaired with [[Guardian robot]] parts. Thanks to the toy-accuracy of Ohshima's art, it's possible for anyone who owns a Generation 1 Omega Supreme and "GADEP" toy to recreate his appearance here by mixing and matching parts.		*Omega Supreme—having been badly damaged after the attack that occurs before the start of this story—is missing his claw-arm and has been repaired with [[Guardian robot]] parts. Thanks to the toy-accuracy of Ohshima's art, it's possible for anyone who owns a Generation 1 Omega Supreme and "GADEP" toy to recreate his appearance here by mixing and matching parts.
	*Also, Omega's head is drawn with his ''[[Transformers Encore\|Encore]]'' reissue in mind, artistically incorporating the slightly odd retool the toy was given to add visible eyes inside its previously-featureless face visor.		*Also, Omega's head is drawn with his ''[[Transformers Encore\|Encore]]'' reissue in mind, artistically incorporating the slightly odd retool the toy was given to add visible eyes inside its previously-featureless face visor.

AzimuthAcolyte: Courtesy of the big JG1 timeline overhaul we can point these somewhere helpful now

2024-07-01T18:37:24Z

Courtesy of the big JG1 timeline overhaul we can point these somewhere helpful now

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	\|manga=[[Yuki Ohshima]]		\|manga=[[Yuki Ohshima]]
	\|continuity=[[Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]		\|continuity=[[Japanese Generation 1 cartoon continuity]]
	\|chronology=~~Circa~~ [[2035]]		\|chronology=[[Japanese Generation 1 cartoon timeline#2035–2036\|Circa 2035]]
	}}		}}

Sabrblade: /* External links */

2024-05-18T21:08:18Z

External links

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	==External links==		==External links==
	*[http://web.archive.org/web/20160105043616/http://www.allspark.com/2014/04/metro-wars-and-starscreams-new-power/ "Metrowars" in English at TFPulp] (archived)		*[http://web.archive.org/web/20160105043616/http://www.allspark.com/2014/04/metro-wars-and-starscreams-new-power/ "Metrowars" in English at TFPulp] (archived)
			*[https://dcn.imgchest.com/p/6eyrgdg2x4p "Metrowars" and "Metrowars 2" in English at Image Chest]

	[[Category:Generations book series comics]]		[[Category:Generations book series comics]]
	[[Category: Wars chapters]]		[[Category: Wars chapters]]

Emvee: link

2024-01-27T09:56:08Z

link

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	Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!		Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!

	Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[antimatter]] ~~projector~~. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.		Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[Anti-matter projector\|antimatter projector]]. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.

	While the Autobots clean up and recover, Twincast receives a message from Optimus Prime! After [[Scamper]] links up Twincast to [[Teletraan II]], Optimus Prime reveals to the Autobots that he has found the solution to their energy problems: [[Nucleon (substance)\|Nucleon]]!		While the Autobots clean up and recover, Twincast receives a message from Optimus Prime! After [[Scamper]] links up Twincast to [[Teletraan II]], Optimus Prime reveals to the Autobots that he has found the solution to their energy problems: [[Nucleon (substance)\|Nucleon]]!

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	*[[Jetfire (G1)\|Jetfire]] (22)		*[[Jetfire (G1)\|Jetfire]] (22)
	*[[R-Blade]] (23)		*[[R-Blade]] (23)
	*[[Metrobase]] (24)		*[[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] (24)
	*[[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] (25)		*[[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] (25)
	*[[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] (26)		*[[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] (26)
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	*Megatron is in his "Ultra Megatron" form, which he was given by [[Dark Nova]] during the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: The Battlestars (story page)\|Battlestars]]'' storyline. He is comatose following his and Dark Nova's defeat at the climax of that story.		*Megatron is in his "Ultra Megatron" form, which he was given by [[Dark Nova]] during the ''[[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers: The Battlestars (story page)\|Battlestars]]'' storyline. He is comatose following his and Dark Nova's defeat at the climax of that story.
	*Straxus notes that if Megatron continues to resist his attempts to forge a mental link with him, then his "diabolical nature" will "fade away"—an explanation for the personality change that Megatron underwent prior to the Japanese ''Generation 2'' storyline that saw him make peace with the Autobots and forge the [[Cybertron Alliance]].		*Straxus notes that if Megatron continues to resist his attempts to forge a mental link with him, then his "diabolical nature" will "fade away"—an explanation for the personality change that Megatron underwent prior to the Japanese ''Generation 2'' storyline that saw him make peace with the Autobots and forge the [[Cybertron Alliance]].
	*[[Metrobase]] was the headquarters of the Micromasters in the ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster]]'' storyline, which was set in the early 1980s. While clearly a redeco of the Metroplex mold, its origins were left unsaid, and while they're not expanded on here, see "Transformers references", below.		*[[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] was the headquarters of the Micromasters in the ''[[The Transformers: Micromaster]]'' storyline, which was set in the early 1980s. While clearly a redeco of the Metroplex mold, its origins were left unsaid, and while they're not expanded on here, see "Transformers references", below.
	*Twincast is still in charge of Autobot City, just as he was when he was Blaster back in the original [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]]. He and Pipes discussing the need for Metroplex to transform hearkens back to similar interactions between the characters in ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]''.		*Twincast is still in charge of Autobot City, just as he was when he was Blaster back in the original [[The Transformers (cartoon)\|Generation 1 cartoon]]. He and Pipes discussing the need for Metroplex to transform hearkens back to similar interactions between the characters in ''[[Five Faces of Darkness]]''.
	*Several plot threads from this story would not receive follow up until [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. EX (Metroplex)\|Metroplex's ''Legends'' pack-in chapter]] in 2018.		*Several plot threads from this story would not receive follow up until [[Legends Comic: Bonus Edition Vol. EX (Metroplex)\|Metroplex's ''Legends'' pack-in chapter]] in 2018.

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	[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.		[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.

	Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!		Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase (G1)\|Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!

	Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[Anti-matter projector\|antimatter projector]]. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.		Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[Anti-matter projector\|antimatter projector]]. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.

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	The [[Battlestars]] have triumphed against [[Dark Nova]], and Supreme Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Optimus Prime]] has left the battlefield to the new and upcoming [[Autobot]] warriors. However, they haven't had an easy time finding their footing, having to contend with [[Scrash (G1)\|Scrash]]'s forces. In the meantime, both sides have fallen to an energy crisis.		The [[Battlestars]] have triumphed against [[Dark Nova]], and Supreme Commander [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Optimus Prime]] has left the battlefield to the new and upcoming [[Autobot]] warriors. However, they haven't had an easy time finding their footing, having to contend with [[Scrash (G1)\|Scrash]]'s forces. In the meantime, both sides have fallen to an energy crisis.

	After a brutal attack from [[Metrotitan (G1)\|Metrotitan]], [[Metroplex (G1)\|Metroplex]] lies fallen and [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Marinemaster]] can only wonder if a traitor in their ranks could have led to this. He is knocked out and wakes up on [[Minerva (G1 robot)\|Minerva]] and [[Glit (KP)\|Glit]]'s operating table with a new body. He rejects the Marinemaster name, as he no longer has an [[Energon Matrix]]. Minerva explains that Metroplex's [[transformation cog]] was thankfully left unharmed and that the [[Nebulan]]s are assisting the Autobots in rebuilding Metroplex as fast as they can, but their efforts are hampered by the constant energy shortage.		After a brutal attack from [[Metrotitan (G1)\|Metrotitan]], [[Metroplex (G1)\|Metroplex]] lies fallen and [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Marinemaster]] can only wonder if a traitor in their ranks could have led to this. He is knocked out and wakes up on [[Minerva (G1 robot)\|Minerva]] and [[Glit (KP)\|Glit]]'s operating table with a new body. He rejects the Marinemaster name, as he no longer has an [[Energon Matrix]]. Minerva explains that Metroplex's [[Transformation cog (biology)\|transformation cog]] was thankfully left unharmed and that the [[Nebulan]]s are assisting the Autobots in rebuilding Metroplex as fast as they can, but their efforts are hampered by the constant energy shortage.

	[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.		[[Omega Supreme (G1)\|Omega Supreme]], forced to use [[Guardian robot]] parts to repair himself, apologizes to Metroplex in person and asks whether it was hard to fight his former comrade, Metrotitan. Metroplex answers that, while it is hard to fight a former ally, his friends' safety must come first.

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	**[[Eagle Eye (G1)\|Eagle Eye]]—Outwardly the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)\|Generation 2]]'' Decepticon [[Skyscorcher]] who would soon be revealed in "[[Badlands (issue)\|Badlands]]", released not long after the publication of this story, to be the Autobot [[Micromaster]] turned traitor.		**[[Eagle Eye (G1)\|Eagle Eye]]—Outwardly the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (franchise)\|Generation 2]]'' Decepticon [[Skyscorcher]] who would soon be revealed in "[[Badlands (issue)\|Badlands]]", released not long after the publication of this story, to be the Autobot [[Micromaster]] turned traitor.
	**And outside of Japanese continuity, there's also [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Manta Ray]], who in the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]] was created as a Decepticon but switched sides.		**And outside of Japanese continuity, there's also [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Manta Ray]], who in the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]] was created as a Decepticon but switched sides.
			[[File:Damaged Hero-X G1Toy OmegaSupreme.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|]]
	*Omega Supreme—having been badly damaged after the attack that occurs before the start of this story—is missing his claw-arm and has been repaired with [[Guardian robot]] parts. Thanks to the toy-accuracy of Ohshima's art, it's possible for anyone who owns a Generation 1 Omega Supreme and "GADEP" toy to recreate his appearance here by mixing and matching parts.		*Omega Supreme—having been badly damaged after the attack that occurs before the start of this story—is missing his claw-arm and has been repaired with [[Guardian robot]] parts. Thanks to the toy-accuracy of Ohshima's art, it's possible for anyone who owns a Generation 1 Omega Supreme and "GADEP" toy to recreate his appearance here by mixing and matching parts.
	*Also, Omega's head is drawn with his ''[[Transformers Encore\|Encore]]'' reissue in mind, artistically incorporating the slightly odd retool the toy was given to add visible eyes inside its previously-featureless face visor.		*Also, Omega's head is drawn with his ''[[Transformers Encore\|Encore]]'' reissue in mind, artistically incorporating the slightly odd retool the toy was given to add visible eyes inside its previously-featureless face visor.

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	Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!		Elsewhere, Darkmount, the base mode of Metrotitan, is en route to [[Earth]]. Inside, [[Straxus (G1)\|Straxus]] tries to take over [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Ultra Megatron]]'s mind with his mental link, but the Decepticon Emperor resists the usurper. [[Flare Jet]] informs Straxus that they have "overwritten" [[Metroplex (G1)\|Scramble City]]'s defense system. The elated Straxus sends his Decepticon forces to attack the apparently defenseless Autobots at the city. The Autobots are caught by surprise, and forces like the Autobot [[Cyberjet]]s set out to defend the city. After [[Metrobase]] falls to Metrotitan, [[Pipes (G1)\|Pipes]] pleads with [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity\|Twincast]] to activate Metroplex, but Twincast is wary of the drain on their energy this would lead to. Nevertheless, Metroplex is transformed!

	Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[antimatter]] ~~projector~~. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.		Metrotitan is shocked by Metroplex's new and even more immense size. [[Superion (G1)\|Superion]] asks the traitor if he's willing to turn over a new leaf, but Omega Supreme contends that the program installed in him by the [[Nine Great Demon Generals]] cannot be erased, only destroyed. Metrotitan dispels this rumor, stating that it is of his free will that he fights the Autobots, not of any manipulation by Scrash or the Generals. Metroplex acknowledges his admission and banishes him from the Autobots, attacking the traitor with an [[Anti-matter projector\|antimatter projector]]. The Decepticons are forced into retreat, and Metroplex cannot follow, as he has run out of energy.

	While the Autobots clean up and recover, Twincast receives a message from Optimus Prime! After [[Scamper]] links up Twincast to [[Teletraan II]], Optimus Prime reveals to the Autobots that he has found the solution to their energy problems: [[Nucleon (substance)\|Nucleon]]!		While the Autobots clean up and recover, Twincast receives a message from Optimus Prime! After [[Scamper]] links up Twincast to [[Teletraan II]], Optimus Prime reveals to the Autobots that he has found the solution to their energy problems: [[Nucleon (substance)\|Nucleon]]!