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BerylRoll at 19:21, 11 May 2026

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BerylRoll: /* Conceptual history */

2026-01-17T16:45:24Z

Conceptual history

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	''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars]]'' would mainly follow in the steps of ''Generation 1'', depicting the Maximals and Predacons requiring their ship's [[DNA scanner]] to provide them with [[beast mode]]s, the Maximals entering the [[CR chamber]] to be reconfigured. The series also depicted [[stasis pod]]s as having scanners, allowing individuals to gain new beast modes and identities.		''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars]]'' would mainly follow in the steps of ''Generation 1'', depicting the Maximals and Predacons requiring their ship's [[DNA scanner]] to provide them with [[beast mode]]s, the Maximals entering the [[CR chamber]] to be reconfigured. The series also depicted [[stasis pod]]s as having scanners, allowing individuals to gain new beast modes and identities.

	While a British [[:File:Cheetor-beastmodescan.jpg\|advertisement]] would depict [[Cheetor (BW)\|Cheetor]] scanning a cheetah using beams from his eyes, the first ''major'' appearance of scanners built into a Cybertronian ~~would be~~ in ~~1998's ''~~[[Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars II]]''. In contrast to the ship scanners of the original ''Beast Wars'', Maximals ~~are seen scanning~~ their ~~alternate~~ mode themselves, while the Predacons ~~use an~~ [[Mother Computer~~\|alien computer~~]] ~~to provide the schematics, the strain of scanning rendering~~ [[Galvatron (BW)\|~~one Predacon~~]] ~~briefly~~ unconscious. In what was likely coincidence, 1999's ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Machines]]'' would explain that a [[Quantum Cycle Upgrade]] that occurred while the ''Beast Wars'' characters were on prehistoric Earth provided every Cybertronian a built-in scanner.		While a British [[:File:Cheetor-beastmodescan.jpg\|advertisement]] would depict [[Cheetor (BW)\|Cheetor]] scanning a cheetah using beams from his eyes, the first ''major'' appearance of scanners built into a Cybertronian was in the [[Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers (cartoon)\|''Beast Wars II'' cartoon]] in 1998. In contrast to the ship scanners of the original ''Beast Wars'', Maximals scan their beast mode themselves from the local fauna, while the Predacons download the schematics for their vehicle modes from the [[Mother Computer]] because there are no vehicles on [[Gaia]] anymore. [[Galvatron (BW)\|Galvatron]] falls unconscious for several from his downloads because these represent the strongest creature and vehicle that ever existed on the planet. Incidentally, the ''Beast Wars II'' episode "[[The New Weapon, Tako Tank]]" also was the first time a Cybertronian scanned another Cybertronian for their alternate mode. In what was likely a coincidence, 1999's ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Machines]]'' would explain that a [[Quantum Cycle Upgrade]] that occurred while the ''Beast Wars'' characters were on prehistoric Earth provided every Cybertronian a built-in scanner. Following this, built-in scanners quickly became the standard method of Transformers acquiring new alternate modes.
	Following this, built-in scanners quickly became the standard method of Transformers acquiring new alternate modes.

	During the first half of the 2000s, media such as the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family\|Unicron Trilogy]] would consistently depict characters scanning new alternate modes using without any additional equipment, even capable of storing multiple vehicle schematics to share with other bots. Beams from the eyes in particular would continue to appear and become the primary visual cue for the process.		During the first half of the 2000s, media such as the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family\|Unicron Trilogy]] would consistently depict characters scanning new alternate modes using without any additional equipment, even capable of storing multiple vehicle schematics to share with other bots. Beams from the eyes in particular would continue to appear and become the primary visual cue for the process.

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

2025-09-15T03:15:13Z

Transformation cog -> Transformation cog (biology) update

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	[[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] has inadvertently provided [[Skyquake (Prime)\|some]] [[Airachnid (Prime)\|Decepticons]] [[Dreadwing (Prime)\|their]] new vehicle modes with the vehicle he's currently riding in much to his irritation. {{storylink\|Masters & Students}} {{storylink\|Crisscross (episode)\|Crisscross}} {{storylink\|Loose Cannons}}		[[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] has inadvertently provided [[Skyquake (Prime)\|some]] [[Airachnid (Prime)\|Decepticons]] [[Dreadwing (Prime)\|their]] new vehicle modes with the vehicle he's currently riding in much to his irritation. {{storylink\|Masters & Students}} {{storylink\|Crisscross (episode)\|Crisscross}} {{storylink\|Loose Cannons}}

	A Transformer's scanning ability is enabled by their [[transformation cog]] component. {{storylink\|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}}		A Transformer's scanning ability is enabled by their [[Transformation cog (biology)\|transformation cog]] component. {{storylink\|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}}

	[[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] scanned a new alternate mode that would better integrate his new [[Jet pack\|jetpack]]. The vehicle chosen by [[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] was an experimental [[M.A.S.K.]]-division vehicle. {{storylink\|Project Predacon}}		[[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] scanned a new alternate mode that would better integrate his new [[Jet pack\|jetpack]]. The vehicle chosen by [[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] was an experimental [[M.A.S.K.]]-division vehicle. {{storylink\|Project Predacon}}
	====''Rescue Bots'' cartoon====		====''Rescue Bots'' cartoon====
	[[File:Changes Heatwave meditates.jpg\|thumb\|right\|"Om mani padme hum."]]		[[File:Changes Heatwave meditates.jpg\|thumb\|right\|"Om mani padme hum."]]
	Upon arriving on Earth, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] provided the members of [[Rescue Force Sigma-17]] with a choice of vehicle modes based on the native machinery. After choosing their new alternate modes, the members of the force immediately assumed alternate form and began to integrate into human society. {{storylink\|Family of Heroes}} After some time on Earth, Optimus Prime instructed [[Heatwave (RB)\|Heatwave]] on how to gain [[Triple Changer\|a third form]] which involved intense concentration and focusing a lot of energy, a process Optimus described as “an ordeal” in which few succeeded on their first try. It involved a form of prone meditation so deep that Heatwave was apparently unable to hear [[Kade Burns\|an embarrassing conversation]] going on right next to him. When his energy focusing was complete his Rescue Bot insignia glowed blue similar to when using energize tools and he himself glowed briefly. It glowed blue again when he scanned a fireboat and he told [[Blades (RB)\|Blades]] that he was still exhausted later that day or a day or two later. He also told him that Blades would not be allowed to attempt to scan a third form, since Heatwave did it only with Optimus' permission and help. {{storylink\|Changes}} In accordance with [[tvtropes:Main/UniquenessDecay\|uniqueness decay]] however, Optimus later scanned [[Trex]] to gain a Dinobot form without the same fanfare being given to the difficulty of scanning a third form, {{storylink\|Land Before Prime (episode)\|Land Before Prime}} and in order to test a cure for Optimus' rampaging dino mode on himself [[Boulder (RB)\|Boulder]] scanned a third form with only a few moments of focusing and no apparent fatigue. {{storylink\|Big Game}} When [[Quint Quarry]] demanded more dinobots in addition to Boulder and Optimus, Heatwave gained a ''fourth'' form and [[Chase (RB)\|Chase]] and Blades scanned third modes all with no apparent preparation or fatigue. The process did strain Blades' [[Transformation cog\|T-cog]] to the point that it was several hours before he could use it again, though this strain was attributed partially to the bio-organic nature of the new forms they'd scanned. {{storylink\|Quarry's Quarry}}		Upon arriving on Earth, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] provided the members of [[Rescue Force Sigma-17]] with a choice of vehicle modes based on the native machinery. After choosing their new alternate modes, the members of the force immediately assumed alternate form and began to integrate into human society. {{storylink\|Family of Heroes}} After some time on Earth, Optimus Prime instructed [[Heatwave (RB)\|Heatwave]] on how to gain [[Triple Changer\|a third form]] which involved intense concentration and focusing a lot of energy, a process Optimus described as “an ordeal” in which few succeeded on their first try. It involved a form of prone meditation so deep that Heatwave was apparently unable to hear [[Kade Burns\|an embarrassing conversation]] going on right next to him. When his energy focusing was complete his Rescue Bot insignia glowed blue similar to when using energize tools and he himself glowed briefly. It glowed blue again when he scanned a fireboat and he told [[Blades (RB)\|Blades]] that he was still exhausted later that day or a day or two later. He also told him that Blades would not be allowed to attempt to scan a third form, since Heatwave did it only with Optimus' permission and help. {{storylink\|Changes}} In accordance with [[tvtropes:Main/UniquenessDecay\|uniqueness decay]] however, Optimus later scanned [[Trex]] to gain a Dinobot form without the same fanfare being given to the difficulty of scanning a third form, {{storylink\|Land Before Prime (episode)\|Land Before Prime}} and in order to test a cure for Optimus' rampaging dino mode on himself [[Boulder (RB)\|Boulder]] scanned a third form with only a few moments of focusing and no apparent fatigue. {{storylink\|Big Game}} When [[Quint Quarry]] demanded more dinobots in addition to Boulder and Optimus, Heatwave gained a ''fourth'' form and [[Chase (RB)\|Chase]] and Blades scanned third modes all with no apparent preparation or fatigue. The process did strain Blades' [[Transformation cog (biology)\|T-cog]] to the point that it was several hours before he could use it again, though this strain was attributed partially to the bio-organic nature of the new forms they'd scanned. {{storylink\|Quarry's Quarry}}
	====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====		====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====
	After arriving on Earth, [[Strongarm (RID)\|Strongarm]] and [[Sideswipe (RID)\|Sideswipe]] scanned new vehicle modes at [[Denny Clay]]'s [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist\|scrapyard]]. Noticeably, [[Fixit (RID)\|Fixit]] and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)\|Grimlock]] did not adopt compatible Earth forms possibly due to personal preferences or physical limitations. {{storylink\|Pilot (Part 2)}}		After arriving on Earth, [[Strongarm (RID)\|Strongarm]] and [[Sideswipe (RID)\|Sideswipe]] scanned new vehicle modes at [[Denny Clay]]'s [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist\|scrapyard]]. Noticeably, [[Fixit (RID)\|Fixit]] and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)\|Grimlock]] did not adopt compatible Earth forms possibly due to personal preferences or physical limitations. {{storylink\|Pilot (Part 2)}}

Cydra: /* Bumblebee film */

2025-08-03T13:12:50Z

Bumblebee film

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	====''Bumblebee'' film====		====''Bumblebee'' film====
	Upon arriving on Earth, Autobot scout B-127 scanned an army jeep to escape the United States Armed Forces before a battle with [[Blitzwing (BB)\|Blitzwing]] left him damaged and he scanned a Volkswagen Beetle as he fell into [[stasis lock]]. After defeating [[Shatter]] and [[Dropkick (Movie)\|Dropkick]], he scanned a Camaro. {{storylink\|Bumblebee (film)\|Bumblebee}}		Upon arriving on Earth, Autobot scout B-127 scanned an army jeep to escape the United States Armed Forces before a battle with [[Blitzwing (BB)\|Blitzwing]] left him damaged and he scanned a Volkswagen Beetle as he fell into [[stasis lock]]. After defeating [[Shatter]] and [[Dropkick (Movie)\|Dropkick]], he scanned a Camaro.

			When Shatter and Dropkick arrived on Earth, they quickly scanned new muscle car modes. When they encountered a blockade set up by [[Sector Seven]], they scanned a {{w\|Harrier Jump Jet\|Harrier jet}} and a {{w\|Bell AH-1 SuperCobra}} helicopter respectively, adding the new alt-modes to their [[Triple Changer]] repertoire. {{storylink\|Bumblebee (film)\|Bumblebee}}

	===''Animated''===		===''Animated''===

TheLastGherkin: /* Shattered Glass */ This seems unnecessary

2025-08-03T11:38:53Z

Shattered Glass: This seems unnecessary

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	[[File:Desert Heat Scanning.jpg\|thumb\|upright=1.1\|Hey, this isn't a light cycle!]]		[[File:Desert Heat Scanning.jpg\|thumb\|upright=1.1\|Hey, this isn't a light cycle!]]

	After arriving Earth and finding [[Soundwave (SG)\|Soundwave]] in [[stasis lock]], [[Heatwave (Timelines)\|Heatwave]] reactivated the systems and the on-board scanner of Soundwave's stasis pod. It scanned a ~~[[:File:Universe 2008 Ironhide Toy.jpg\|familiar~~ vehicle]] nearby for Soundwave and reactivated him. {{storylink\|The Desert Heat!}}		After arriving Earth and finding [[Soundwave (SG)\|Soundwave]] in [[stasis lock]], [[Heatwave (Timelines)\|Heatwave]] reactivated the systems and the on-board scanner of Soundwave's stasis pod. It scanned a vehicle nearby for Soundwave and reactivated him. {{storylink\|The Desert Heat!}}

	===Aligned continuity family===		===Aligned continuity family===

Fortifire: /* 2007 Transformers film */ period

2025-02-23T05:31:57Z

2007 Transformers film: period

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	[[Image:DOTMGarbageLonghaul.jpg\|right\|350px\|thumb\|I'd better find something to wear, pronto!]]		[[Image:DOTMGarbageLonghaul.jpg\|right\|350px\|thumb\|I'd better find something to wear, pronto!]]
	Autobots and Decepticons from the live-action films have the most fluid abilities to date regarding scanning and reformatting their bodies at will without any apparent need for external assistance whatsoever. Although there is some ambiguity, it even appears that the transformational abilities of Movie Cybertronians are so fluid that they can re-scan and reformat as often as they wish and not even use the same "[[Transformation\|transformation scheme]]" twice, possibly suggesting that they can generate new parts such as additional weapons at will independent of a full reformatting cycle.		Autobots and Decepticons from the live-action films have the most fluid abilities to date regarding scanning and reformatting their bodies at will without any apparent need for external assistance whatsoever. Although there is some ambiguity, it even appears that the transformational abilities of Movie Cybertronians are so fluid that they can re-scan and reformat as often as they wish and not even use the same "[[Transformation\|transformation scheme]]" twice, possibly suggesting that they can generate new parts such as additional weapons at will independent of a full reformatting cycle.
	How permanent a trans-scanned alternate form becomes, as well as how easily a Transformer can scan and adopt a new one, are somewhat open to debate. There is much evidence to suggest they are quickly able to adopt new forms at will. Certainly [[Bumblebee (Movie)\|Bumblebee]] was able to alter the features of his Camaro mode from an older to newer model with ease, but this is not the same as taking an entirely new form		How permanent a trans-scanned alternate form becomes, as well as how easily a Transformer can scan and adopt a new one, are somewhat open to debate. There is much evidence to suggest they are quickly able to adopt new forms at will. Certainly [[Bumblebee (Movie)\|Bumblebee]] was able to alter the features of his Camaro mode from an older to newer model with ease, but this is not the same as taking an entirely new form.
	According to one source, any Transformer can trans-scan a new, appropriately massed alternate form at will, and their inner [[protoform]] core will generate a new exostructure or alter an existing one to that new appearance almost instantaneously.<ref name="TFGuide" />		According to one source, any Transformer can trans-scan a new, appropriately massed alternate form at will, and their inner [[protoform]] core will generate a new exostructure or alter an existing one to that new appearance almost instantaneously.<ref name="TFGuide" />
	However, other sources seem to disagree. The main evidence against this ease in switching forms being universal is the fact that it is treated as a "special power" for several Transformers. The [[Create-A-Bot (Autobot)\|Autobot]] and [[Create-A-Bot (Decepticon)\|Decepticon]] Create-A-Bots, for instance, were able to switch between alt modes as diverse as trucks and helicopters on the fly, but this was apparently the result of some form of enhancement (installed by [[Wheeljack (Movie)\|Wheeljack]], in the case of the Autobot), though this seemed more like being able to remember multiple alt-modes ''at once'', rather than the usual one. Moreover, the Decepticon spy [[Frenzy (Movie)\|Frenzy]] possesses a similar ability, being equipped with a special "hyper-reactive" trans-scanning and reformatting processor, which allows him to scan and transform into anything at any given moment. [[Skids (ROTF)\|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)\|Mudflap]] possess a similar aptitude for changing disguises, though whether this is the result of some upgrade or just part of their hyperactive personality is debatable.		However, other sources seem to disagree. The main evidence against this ease in switching forms being universal is the fact that it is treated as a "special power" for several Transformers. The [[Create-A-Bot (Autobot)\|Autobot]] and [[Create-A-Bot (Decepticon)\|Decepticon]] Create-A-Bots, for instance, were able to switch between alt modes as diverse as trucks and helicopters on the fly, but this was apparently the result of some form of enhancement (installed by [[Wheeljack (Movie)\|Wheeljack]], in the case of the Autobot), though this seemed more like being able to remember multiple alt-modes ''at once'', rather than the usual one. Moreover, the Decepticon spy [[Frenzy (Movie)\|Frenzy]] possesses a similar ability, being equipped with a special "hyper-reactive" trans-scanning and reformatting processor, which allows him to scan and transform into anything at any given moment. [[Skids (ROTF)\|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)\|Mudflap]] possess a similar aptitude for changing disguises, though whether this is the result of some upgrade or just part of their hyperactive personality is debatable.

Saix: /* References */

2025-02-21T07:44:45Z

References

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	[[Category:Beast Wars Transformer anatomy]]		[[Category:Beast Wars Transformer anatomy]]
			[[Category:Detection technology]]
	[[Category:Generation 1 cartoon Transformer anatomy]]		[[Category:Generation 1 cartoon Transformer anatomy]]
	[[Category:Marvel Generation 1 Transformer anatomy]]		[[Category:Marvel Generation 1 Transformer anatomy]]
			[[Category:Modification technology]]
	[[Category:IDW (2005) Transformer anatomy]]		[[Category:IDW (2005) Transformer anatomy]]
	~~[[Category:Technology]]~~
	[[Category:Transformer anatomy]]		[[Category:Transformer anatomy]]

Cydra at 23:40, 6 January 2025

2025-01-06T23:40:45Z

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	===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===		===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===
	The [[Terran]]s created by the [[Emberstone]] lacked alternate modes, and each [[protoform]] must choose an alt-mode to scan. {{storylink\|Secret Legacy, Part 2}} Choosing their alternate modes became an important rite of passage among the group, with both [[Twitch]] and [[Nightshade (ES)\|Nightshade]] attaching a lot of personal significance to their choices, with Twitch considering the [[Wheeljack (ES)\|creator]] of her drone mode to be a second father. {{storylink\|Traditions}} {{storylink\|Missed Connection}} [[Jawbreaker (ES)\|Jawbreaker]] in particular pushed back against pressure from [[Hashtag (ES)\|Hashtag]] to choose an alternate mode until he found one that truly suited him, instead of scanning a random vehicle. {{storylink\|Outtakes}} His later scanning of a ''Stygimoloch'' took [[Elita-1 (ES)\|Elita-1]] and [[Grimlock (ES)\|Grimlock]] by surprise as that wasn't how scanning typically worked. {{storylink\|A Stygi Situation}} After [[G.H.O.S.T.]] was shut down, Hashtag considered changing her now-obsolete G.H.O.S.T. van mode. She eventually found an S.U.V. that met her criteria and scanned it. {{storylink\|Control Alt Delete}}		The [[Terran]]s created by the [[Emberstone]] lacked alternate modes, and each [[protoform]] must choose an alt-mode to scan. {{storylink\|Secret Legacy, Part 2}} Choosing their alternate modes became an important rite of passage among the group, with both [[Twitch]] and [[Nightshade (ES)\|Nightshade]] attaching a lot of personal significance to their choices, with Twitch considering the [[Wheeljack (ES)\|creator]] of her drone mode to be a second father. {{storylink\|Traditions}} {{storylink\|Missed Connection}} [[Jawbreaker (ES)\|Jawbreaker]] in particular pushed back against pressure from [[Hashtag (ES)\|Hashtag]] to choose an alternate mode until he found one that truly suited him, instead of scanning a random vehicle. {{storylink\|Outtakes}} His later scanning of a ''Stygimoloch'' fossil took [[Elita-1 (ES)\|Elita-1]] and [[Grimlock (ES)\|Grimlock]] by surprise as that wasn't how scanning typically worked. {{storylink\|A Stygi Situation}} After [[G.H.O.S.T.]] was shut down, Hashtag considered changing her now-obsolete G.H.O.S.T. van mode. She eventually found an S.U.V. that met her criteria and scanned it. {{storylink\|Control Alt Delete}}
	{{--}}		{{--}}

Cydra at 23:40, 6 January 2025

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	===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===		===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===
	The [[Terran]]s created by the [[Emberstone]] lacked alternate modes, and each [[protoform]] must choose an alt-mode to scan. {{storylink\|Secret Legacy, Part 2}} Choosing their alternate modes became an important rite of passage among the group, with both [[Twitch]] and [[Nightshade (ES)\|Nightshade]] attaching a lot of personal significance to their choices, with Twitch considering the [[Wheeljack (ES)\|creator]] of her drone mode to be a second father. {{storylink\|Traditions}} {{storylink\|Missed Connection}} [[Jawbreaker (ES)\|Jawbreaker]] in particular pushed back against pressure from [[Hashtag (ES)\|Hashtag]] to choose an alternate mode until he found one that truly suited him, instead of scanning a random vehicle. {{storylink\|Outtakes}} His later scanning of a ''Stygimoloch'' took [[Elita-1 (ES)\|Elita-1]] and [[Grimlock (ES)\|Grimlock]] by surprise as that wasn't how scanning typically worked. {{storylink\|A Stygi ~~Situtation~~}} After [[G.H.O.S.T.]] was shut down, Hashtag considered changing her now-obsolete G.H.O.S.T. van mode. She eventually found an S.U.V. that met her criteria and scanned it. {{storylink\|Control Alt Delete}}		The [[Terran]]s created by the [[Emberstone]] lacked alternate modes, and each [[protoform]] must choose an alt-mode to scan. {{storylink\|Secret Legacy, Part 2}} Choosing their alternate modes became an important rite of passage among the group, with both [[Twitch]] and [[Nightshade (ES)\|Nightshade]] attaching a lot of personal significance to their choices, with Twitch considering the [[Wheeljack (ES)\|creator]] of her drone mode to be a second father. {{storylink\|Traditions}} {{storylink\|Missed Connection}} [[Jawbreaker (ES)\|Jawbreaker]] in particular pushed back against pressure from [[Hashtag (ES)\|Hashtag]] to choose an alternate mode until he found one that truly suited him, instead of scanning a random vehicle. {{storylink\|Outtakes}} His later scanning of a ''Stygimoloch'' took [[Elita-1 (ES)\|Elita-1]] and [[Grimlock (ES)\|Grimlock]] by surprise as that wasn't how scanning typically worked. {{storylink\|A Stygi Situation}} After [[G.H.O.S.T.]] was shut down, Hashtag considered changing her now-obsolete G.H.O.S.T. van mode. She eventually found an S.U.V. that met her criteria and scanned it. {{storylink\|Control Alt Delete}}
	{{--}}		{{--}}

Cydra: EarthSpark

2025-01-06T23:38:31Z

EarthSpark

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	===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===		===''EarthSpark'' cartoon===
	The [[Terran]]s created by the [[Emberstone]] lacked alternate modes, and each [[protoform]] must choose an alt-mode to scan. {{storylink\|Secret Legacy, Part 2}} Choosing their alternate modes became an important rite of passage among the group, with both [[Twitch]] and [[Nightshade (ES)\|Nightshade]] attaching a lot of personal significance to their choices, with Twitch considering the [[Wheeljack (ES)\|creator]] of her drone mode to be a second father. {{storylink\|Traditions}} {{storylink\|Missed Connection}} [[Jawbreaker (ES)\|Jawbreaker]] in particular pushed back against pressure from [[Hashtag (ES)\|Hashtag]] to choose an alternate mode until he found one that truly suited him, instead of scanning a random vehicle. {{storylink\|Outtakes}}		The [[Terran]]s created by the [[Emberstone]] lacked alternate modes, and each [[protoform]] must choose an alt-mode to scan. {{storylink\|Secret Legacy, Part 2}} Choosing their alternate modes became an important rite of passage among the group, with both [[Twitch]] and [[Nightshade (ES)\|Nightshade]] attaching a lot of personal significance to their choices, with Twitch considering the [[Wheeljack (ES)\|creator]] of her drone mode to be a second father. {{storylink\|Traditions}} {{storylink\|Missed Connection}} [[Jawbreaker (ES)\|Jawbreaker]] in particular pushed back against pressure from [[Hashtag (ES)\|Hashtag]] to choose an alternate mode until he found one that truly suited him, instead of scanning a random vehicle. {{storylink\|Outtakes}} His later scanning of a ''Stygimoloch'' took [[Elita-1 (ES)\|Elita-1]] and [[Grimlock (ES)\|Grimlock]] by surprise as that wasn't how scanning typically worked. {{storylink\|A Stygi Situtation}} After [[G.H.O.S.T.]] was shut down, Hashtag considered changing her now-obsolete G.H.O.S.T. van mode. She eventually found an S.U.V. that met her criteria and scanned it. {{storylink\|Control Alt Delete}}
	{{--}}		{{--}}

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	''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars]]'' would mainly follow in the steps of ''Generation 1'', depicting the Maximals and Predacons requiring their ship's [[DNA scanner]] to provide them with [[beast mode]]s, the Maximals entering the [[CR chamber]] to be reconfigured. The series also depicted [[stasis pod]]s as having scanners, allowing individuals to gain new beast modes and identities.		''[[Beast Wars: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars]]'' would mainly follow in the steps of ''Generation 1'', depicting the Maximals and Predacons requiring their ship's [[DNA scanner]] to provide them with [[beast mode]]s, the Maximals entering the [[CR chamber]] to be reconfigured. The series also depicted [[stasis pod]]s as having scanners, allowing individuals to gain new beast modes and identities.

	While a British [[:File:Cheetor-beastmodescan.jpg\|advertisement]] would depict [[Cheetor (BW)\|Cheetor]] scanning a cheetah using beams from his eyes, the first ''major'' appearance of scanners built into a Cybertronian ~~would be~~ in ~~1998's ''~~[[Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars II]]''. In contrast to the ship scanners of the original ''Beast Wars'', Maximals ~~are seen scanning~~ their ~~alternate~~ mode themselves, while the Predacons ~~use an~~ [[Mother Computer~~\|alien computer~~]] ~~to provide the schematics, the strain of scanning rendering~~ [[Galvatron (BW)\|~~one Predacon~~]] ~~briefly~~ unconscious. In what was likely coincidence, 1999's ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Machines]]'' would explain that a [[Quantum Cycle Upgrade]] that occurred while the ''Beast Wars'' characters were on prehistoric Earth provided every Cybertronian a built-in scanner.		While a British [[:File:Cheetor-beastmodescan.jpg\|advertisement]] would depict [[Cheetor (BW)\|Cheetor]] scanning a cheetah using beams from his eyes, the first ''major'' appearance of scanners built into a Cybertronian was in the [[Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers (cartoon)\|''Beast Wars II'' cartoon]] in 1998. In contrast to the ship scanners of the original ''Beast Wars'', Maximals scan their beast mode themselves from the local fauna, while the Predacons download the schematics for their vehicle modes from the [[Mother Computer]] because there are no vehicles on [[Gaia]] anymore. [[Galvatron (BW)\|Galvatron]] falls unconscious for several from his downloads because these represent the strongest creature and vehicle that ever existed on the planet. Incidentally, the ''Beast Wars II'' episode "[[The New Weapon, Tako Tank]]" also was the first time a Cybertronian scanned another Cybertronian for their alternate mode. In what was likely a coincidence, 1999's ''[[Beast Machines: Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Machines]]'' would explain that a [[Quantum Cycle Upgrade]] that occurred while the ''Beast Wars'' characters were on prehistoric Earth provided every Cybertronian a built-in scanner. Following this, built-in scanners quickly became the standard method of Transformers acquiring new alternate modes.
	Following this, built-in scanners quickly became the standard method of Transformers acquiring new alternate modes.

	During the first half of the 2000s, media such as the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family\|Unicron Trilogy]] would consistently depict characters scanning new alternate modes using without any additional equipment, even capable of storing multiple vehicle schematics to share with other bots. Beams from the eyes in particular would continue to appear and become the primary visual cue for the process.		During the first half of the 2000s, media such as the [[Unicron Trilogy continuity family\|Unicron Trilogy]] would consistently depict characters scanning new alternate modes using without any additional equipment, even capable of storing multiple vehicle schematics to share with other bots. Beams from the eyes in particular would continue to appear and become the primary visual cue for the process.

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	[[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] has inadvertently provided [[Skyquake (Prime)\|some]] [[Airachnid (Prime)\|Decepticons]] [[Dreadwing (Prime)\|their]] new vehicle modes with the vehicle he's currently riding in much to his irritation. {{storylink\|Masters & Students}} {{storylink\|Crisscross (episode)\|Crisscross}} {{storylink\|Loose Cannons}}		[[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] has inadvertently provided [[Skyquake (Prime)\|some]] [[Airachnid (Prime)\|Decepticons]] [[Dreadwing (Prime)\|their]] new vehicle modes with the vehicle he's currently riding in much to his irritation. {{storylink\|Masters & Students}} {{storylink\|Crisscross (episode)\|Crisscross}} {{storylink\|Loose Cannons}}

	A Transformer's scanning ability is enabled by their [[transformation cog]] component. {{storylink\|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}}		A Transformer's scanning ability is enabled by their [[Transformation cog (biology)\|transformation cog]] component. {{storylink\|Operation Bumblebee, Part 1}}

	[[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] scanned a new alternate mode that would better integrate his new [[Jet pack\|jetpack]]. The vehicle chosen by [[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] was an experimental [[M.A.S.K.]]-division vehicle. {{storylink\|Project Predacon}}		[[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] scanned a new alternate mode that would better integrate his new [[Jet pack\|jetpack]]. The vehicle chosen by [[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] was an experimental [[M.A.S.K.]]-division vehicle. {{storylink\|Project Predacon}}
	====''Rescue Bots'' cartoon====		====''Rescue Bots'' cartoon====
	[[File:Changes Heatwave meditates.jpg\|thumb\|right\|"Om mani padme hum."]]		[[File:Changes Heatwave meditates.jpg\|thumb\|right\|"Om mani padme hum."]]
	Upon arriving on Earth, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] provided the members of [[Rescue Force Sigma-17]] with a choice of vehicle modes based on the native machinery. After choosing their new alternate modes, the members of the force immediately assumed alternate form and began to integrate into human society. {{storylink\|Family of Heroes}} After some time on Earth, Optimus Prime instructed [[Heatwave (RB)\|Heatwave]] on how to gain [[Triple Changer\|a third form]] which involved intense concentration and focusing a lot of energy, a process Optimus described as “an ordeal” in which few succeeded on their first try. It involved a form of prone meditation so deep that Heatwave was apparently unable to hear [[Kade Burns\|an embarrassing conversation]] going on right next to him. When his energy focusing was complete his Rescue Bot insignia glowed blue similar to when using energize tools and he himself glowed briefly. It glowed blue again when he scanned a fireboat and he told [[Blades (RB)\|Blades]] that he was still exhausted later that day or a day or two later. He also told him that Blades would not be allowed to attempt to scan a third form, since Heatwave did it only with Optimus' permission and help. {{storylink\|Changes}} In accordance with [[tvtropes:Main/UniquenessDecay\|uniqueness decay]] however, Optimus later scanned [[Trex]] to gain a Dinobot form without the same fanfare being given to the difficulty of scanning a third form, {{storylink\|Land Before Prime (episode)\|Land Before Prime}} and in order to test a cure for Optimus' rampaging dino mode on himself [[Boulder (RB)\|Boulder]] scanned a third form with only a few moments of focusing and no apparent fatigue. {{storylink\|Big Game}} When [[Quint Quarry]] demanded more dinobots in addition to Boulder and Optimus, Heatwave gained a ''fourth'' form and [[Chase (RB)\|Chase]] and Blades scanned third modes all with no apparent preparation or fatigue. The process did strain Blades' [[Transformation cog\|T-cog]] to the point that it was several hours before he could use it again, though this strain was attributed partially to the bio-organic nature of the new forms they'd scanned. {{storylink\|Quarry's Quarry}}		Upon arriving on Earth, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] provided the members of [[Rescue Force Sigma-17]] with a choice of vehicle modes based on the native machinery. After choosing their new alternate modes, the members of the force immediately assumed alternate form and began to integrate into human society. {{storylink\|Family of Heroes}} After some time on Earth, Optimus Prime instructed [[Heatwave (RB)\|Heatwave]] on how to gain [[Triple Changer\|a third form]] which involved intense concentration and focusing a lot of energy, a process Optimus described as “an ordeal” in which few succeeded on their first try. It involved a form of prone meditation so deep that Heatwave was apparently unable to hear [[Kade Burns\|an embarrassing conversation]] going on right next to him. When his energy focusing was complete his Rescue Bot insignia glowed blue similar to when using energize tools and he himself glowed briefly. It glowed blue again when he scanned a fireboat and he told [[Blades (RB)\|Blades]] that he was still exhausted later that day or a day or two later. He also told him that Blades would not be allowed to attempt to scan a third form, since Heatwave did it only with Optimus' permission and help. {{storylink\|Changes}} In accordance with [[tvtropes:Main/UniquenessDecay\|uniqueness decay]] however, Optimus later scanned [[Trex]] to gain a Dinobot form without the same fanfare being given to the difficulty of scanning a third form, {{storylink\|Land Before Prime (episode)\|Land Before Prime}} and in order to test a cure for Optimus' rampaging dino mode on himself [[Boulder (RB)\|Boulder]] scanned a third form with only a few moments of focusing and no apparent fatigue. {{storylink\|Big Game}} When [[Quint Quarry]] demanded more dinobots in addition to Boulder and Optimus, Heatwave gained a ''fourth'' form and [[Chase (RB)\|Chase]] and Blades scanned third modes all with no apparent preparation or fatigue. The process did strain Blades' [[Transformation cog (biology)\|T-cog]] to the point that it was several hours before he could use it again, though this strain was attributed partially to the bio-organic nature of the new forms they'd scanned. {{storylink\|Quarry's Quarry}}
	====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====		====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====
	After arriving on Earth, [[Strongarm (RID)\|Strongarm]] and [[Sideswipe (RID)\|Sideswipe]] scanned new vehicle modes at [[Denny Clay]]'s [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist\|scrapyard]]. Noticeably, [[Fixit (RID)\|Fixit]] and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)\|Grimlock]] did not adopt compatible Earth forms possibly due to personal preferences or physical limitations. {{storylink\|Pilot (Part 2)}}		After arriving on Earth, [[Strongarm (RID)\|Strongarm]] and [[Sideswipe (RID)\|Sideswipe]] scanned new vehicle modes at [[Denny Clay]]'s [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist\|scrapyard]]. Noticeably, [[Fixit (RID)\|Fixit]] and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)\|Grimlock]] did not adopt compatible Earth forms possibly due to personal preferences or physical limitations. {{storylink\|Pilot (Part 2)}}

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	[[Image:DOTMGarbageLonghaul.jpg\|right\|350px\|thumb\|I'd better find something to wear, pronto!]]		[[Image:DOTMGarbageLonghaul.jpg\|right\|350px\|thumb\|I'd better find something to wear, pronto!]]
	Autobots and Decepticons from the live-action films have the most fluid abilities to date regarding scanning and reformatting their bodies at will without any apparent need for external assistance whatsoever. Although there is some ambiguity, it even appears that the transformational abilities of Movie Cybertronians are so fluid that they can re-scan and reformat as often as they wish and not even use the same "[[Transformation\|transformation scheme]]" twice, possibly suggesting that they can generate new parts such as additional weapons at will independent of a full reformatting cycle.		Autobots and Decepticons from the live-action films have the most fluid abilities to date regarding scanning and reformatting their bodies at will without any apparent need for external assistance whatsoever. Although there is some ambiguity, it even appears that the transformational abilities of Movie Cybertronians are so fluid that they can re-scan and reformat as often as they wish and not even use the same "[[Transformation\|transformation scheme]]" twice, possibly suggesting that they can generate new parts such as additional weapons at will independent of a full reformatting cycle.
	How permanent a trans-scanned alternate form becomes, as well as how easily a Transformer can scan and adopt a new one, are somewhat open to debate. There is much evidence to suggest they are quickly able to adopt new forms at will. Certainly [[Bumblebee (Movie)\|Bumblebee]] was able to alter the features of his Camaro mode from an older to newer model with ease, but this is not the same as taking an entirely new form		How permanent a trans-scanned alternate form becomes, as well as how easily a Transformer can scan and adopt a new one, are somewhat open to debate. There is much evidence to suggest they are quickly able to adopt new forms at will. Certainly [[Bumblebee (Movie)\|Bumblebee]] was able to alter the features of his Camaro mode from an older to newer model with ease, but this is not the same as taking an entirely new form.
	According to one source, any Transformer can trans-scan a new, appropriately massed alternate form at will, and their inner [[protoform]] core will generate a new exostructure or alter an existing one to that new appearance almost instantaneously.<ref name="TFGuide" />		According to one source, any Transformer can trans-scan a new, appropriately massed alternate form at will, and their inner [[protoform]] core will generate a new exostructure or alter an existing one to that new appearance almost instantaneously.<ref name="TFGuide" />
	However, other sources seem to disagree. The main evidence against this ease in switching forms being universal is the fact that it is treated as a "special power" for several Transformers. The [[Create-A-Bot (Autobot)\|Autobot]] and [[Create-A-Bot (Decepticon)\|Decepticon]] Create-A-Bots, for instance, were able to switch between alt modes as diverse as trucks and helicopters on the fly, but this was apparently the result of some form of enhancement (installed by [[Wheeljack (Movie)\|Wheeljack]], in the case of the Autobot), though this seemed more like being able to remember multiple alt-modes ''at once'', rather than the usual one. Moreover, the Decepticon spy [[Frenzy (Movie)\|Frenzy]] possesses a similar ability, being equipped with a special "hyper-reactive" trans-scanning and reformatting processor, which allows him to scan and transform into anything at any given moment. [[Skids (ROTF)\|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)\|Mudflap]] possess a similar aptitude for changing disguises, though whether this is the result of some upgrade or just part of their hyperactive personality is debatable.		However, other sources seem to disagree. The main evidence against this ease in switching forms being universal is the fact that it is treated as a "special power" for several Transformers. The [[Create-A-Bot (Autobot)\|Autobot]] and [[Create-A-Bot (Decepticon)\|Decepticon]] Create-A-Bots, for instance, were able to switch between alt modes as diverse as trucks and helicopters on the fly, but this was apparently the result of some form of enhancement (installed by [[Wheeljack (Movie)\|Wheeljack]], in the case of the Autobot), though this seemed more like being able to remember multiple alt-modes ''at once'', rather than the usual one. Moreover, the Decepticon spy [[Frenzy (Movie)\|Frenzy]] possesses a similar ability, being equipped with a special "hyper-reactive" trans-scanning and reformatting processor, which allows him to scan and transform into anything at any given moment. [[Skids (ROTF)\|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)\|Mudflap]] possess a similar aptitude for changing disguises, though whether this is the result of some upgrade or just part of their hyperactive personality is debatable.

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	[[File:TimeWillRust JazzArrivesOnEarth.jpg\|upright=1.8\|thumb\|left\|]]		[[File:TimeWillRust JazzArrivesOnEarth.jpg\|upright=1.8\|thumb\|left\|]]
	Again, subsequent arrivals to Earth such as Optimus Prime, Megatron and Hot Rod make mention of having been modified to have new Earth-based altmodes but the process is similarly not depicted directly. {{storylink\|The Transformers: Escalation\|Escalation}} [[Skar (IDW)\|Skar]] is said to be a pioneer of the "dynamic alt-mode adaptation" theory, which allowed him to scan the [[cyber-morphic predator]]s that dwelt in caves beneath Cybertron and reformat his [[Dinobot (G1)\|Dynobot]] comrades into new forms based on these creatures in the field. Again, however, the actual process was not depicted on-panel. {{storylink\|Underworld (IDW)\|Underworld}}		Again, subsequent arrivals to Earth such as Optimus Prime, Megatron and Hot Rod make mention of having been modified to have new Earth-based altmodes but the process is similarly not depicted directly. {{storylink\|The Transformers: Escalation\|Escalation}} [[Skar (IDW)\|Skar]] is said to be a pioneer of the "dynamic alt-mode adaptation" theory, which allowed him to scan the [[cyber-morphic predator]]s that dwelt in caves beneath Cybertron and reformat his [[Dinobot (G1)\|Dynobot]] comrades into new forms based on these creatures in the field. Again, however, the actual process was not depicted on-panel. {{storylink\|Underworld (IDW)\|Underworld}}

	The first on-panel scanning was for the Dynobots and required the use of a CR chamber. {{storylink\|Spotlight: Shockwave}} When [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity\|Jazz]] first arrived on Earth however, he scanned a nearby Porsche by projecting a beam from his optics. {{storylink\|Time Will Rust}}		The first on-panel scanning was for the Dynobots and required the use of a CR chamber. {{storylink\|Spotlight: Shockwave}} When [[Jazz (G1)/2005 IDW continuity\|Jazz]] first arrived on Earth however, he scanned a nearby Porsche by projecting a beam from his optics. {{storylink\|Time Will Rust}}
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	====''Beast Wars II'' cartoon====		====''Beast Wars II'' cartoon====
	''[[Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars II]]'' featured the first instance of built-in DNA scanners and self-reformatting technology allowing the Transformers to adopt alternate modes on the spot without the need for external machinery. Only [[Tasmania Kid]] is seen using it, {{storylink\|The New Forces Arrive!}} while the [[Predacon (BW)\|Predacons]] obtained vehicle modes by accessing an ancient computer and scanning the recorded data within it. {{storylink\|White Lion, Run!}}		''[[Beast Wars II: Super Lifeform Transformers (cartoon)\|Beast Wars II]]'' featured the first instance of built-in DNA scanners and self-reformatting technology allowing the Transformers to adopt alternate modes on the spot without the need for external machinery. Only [[Tasmania Kid (BW)\|Tasmania Kid]] is seen using it, {{storylink\|The New Forces Arrive!}} while the [[Predacon (BW)\|Predacons]] obtained vehicle modes by accessing an ancient computer and scanning the recorded data within it. {{storylink\|White Lion, Run!}}

	====''Beast Machines'' cartoon====		====''Beast Machines'' cartoon====
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	[[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] scanned a new alternate mode that would better integrate his new [[Jet pack\|jetpack]]. The vehicle chosen by [[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] was an experimental [[M.A.S.K.]]-division vehicle. {{storylink\|Project Predacon}}		[[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] scanned a new alternate mode that would better integrate his new [[Jet pack\|jetpack]]. The vehicle chosen by [[William Fowler\|Agent Fowler]] was an experimental [[M.A.S.K.]]-division vehicle. {{storylink\|Project Predacon}}

	====''Rescue Bots'' cartoon====		====''Rescue Bots'' cartoon====
	[[File:Changes Heatwave meditates.jpg\|thumb\|right\|"Om mani padme hum."]]		[[File:Changes Heatwave meditates.jpg\|thumb\|right\|"Om mani padme hum."]]
	Upon arriving on Earth, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] provided the members of [[Rescue Force Sigma-17]] with a choice of vehicle modes based on the native machinery. After choosing their new alternate modes, the members of the force immediately assumed alternate form and began to integrate into human society. {{storylink\|Family of Heroes}} After some time on Earth, Optimus Prime instructed [[Heatwave (RB)\|Heatwave]] on how to gain [[Triple Changer\|a third form]] which involved intense concentration and focusing a lot of energy, a process Optimus described as “an ordeal” in which few succeeded on their first try. It involved a form of prone meditation so deep that Heatwave was apparently unable to hear [[Kade Burns\|an embarrassing conversation]] going on right next to him. When his energy focusing was complete his Rescue Bot insignia glowed blue similar to when using energize tools and he himself glowed briefly. It glowed blue again when he scanned a fireboat and he told [[Blades (RB)\|Blades]] that he was still exhausted later that day or a day or two later. He also told him that Blades would not be allowed to attempt to scan a third form, since Heatwave did it only with Optimus' permission and help. {{storylink\|Changes}} In accordance with [[tvtropes:Main/UniquenessDecay\|uniqueness decay]] however, Optimus later scanned [[Trex]] to gain a Dinobot form without the same fanfare being given to the difficulty of scanning a third form, {{storylink\|Land Before Prime (episode)\|Land Before Prime}} and in order to test a cure for Optimus' rampaging dino mode on himself [[Boulder (RB)\|Boulder]] scanned a third form with only a few moments of focusing and no apparent fatigue. {{storylink\|Big Game}} When [[Quint Quarry]] demanded more dinobots in addition to Boulder and Optimus, Heatwave gained a ''fourth'' form and [[Chase (RB)\|Chase]] and Blades scanned third modes all with no apparent preparation or fatigue. The process did strain Blades' [[Transformation cog (biology)\|T-cog]] to the point that it was several hours before he could use it again, though this strain was attributed partially to the bio-organic nature of the new forms they'd scanned. {{storylink\|Quarry's Quarry}}		Upon arriving on Earth, [[Optimus Prime (WFC)\|Optimus Prime]] provided the members of [[Rescue Force Sigma-17]] with a choice of vehicle modes based on the native machinery. After choosing their new alternate modes, the members of the force immediately assumed alternate form and began to integrate into human society. {{storylink\|Family of Heroes}} After some time on Earth, Optimus Prime instructed [[Heatwave (RB)\|Heatwave]] on how to gain [[Triple Changer\|a third form]] which involved intense concentration and focusing a lot of energy, a process Optimus described as “an ordeal” in which few succeeded on their first try. It involved a form of prone meditation so deep that Heatwave was apparently unable to hear [[Kade Burns\|an embarrassing conversation]] going on right next to him. When his energy focusing was complete his Rescue Bot insignia glowed blue similar to when using energize tools and he himself glowed briefly. It glowed blue again when he scanned a fireboat and he told [[Blades (RB)\|Blades]] that he was still exhausted later that day or a day or two later. He also told him that Blades would not be allowed to attempt to scan a third form, since Heatwave did it only with Optimus's permission and help. {{storylink\|Changes}} In accordance with [[tvtropes:Main/UniquenessDecay\|uniqueness decay]] however, Optimus later scanned [[Trex]] to gain a Dinobot form without the same fanfare being given to the difficulty of scanning a third form, {{storylink\|Land Before Prime (episode)\|Land Before Prime}} and in order to test a cure for Optimus's rampaging dino mode on himself [[Boulder (RB)\|Boulder]] scanned a third form with only a few moments of focusing and no apparent fatigue. {{storylink\|Big Game}} When [[Quint Quarry]] demanded more dinobots in addition to Boulder and Optimus, Heatwave gained a ''fourth'' form and [[Chase (RB)\|Chase]] and Blades scanned third modes all with no apparent preparation or fatigue. The process did strain Blades's [[Transformation cog (biology)\|T-cog]] to the point that it was several hours before he could use it again, though this strain was attributed partially to the bio-organic nature of the new forms they'd scanned. {{storylink\|Quarry's Quarry}}

	====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====		====2015 ''Robots in Disguise'' cartoon====
	After arriving on Earth, [[Strongarm (RID)\|Strongarm]] and [[Sideswipe (RID)\|Sideswipe]] scanned new vehicle modes at [[Denny Clay]]'s [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist\|scrapyard]]. Noticeably, [[Fixit (RID)\|Fixit]] and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)\|Grimlock]] did not adopt compatible Earth forms possibly due to personal preferences or physical limitations. {{storylink\|Pilot (Part 2)}}		After arriving on Earth, [[Strongarm (RID)\|Strongarm]] and [[Sideswipe (RID)\|Sideswipe]] scanned new vehicle modes at [[Denny Clay]]'s [[Vintage Salvage Depot for the Discriminating Nostalgist\|scrapyard]]. Noticeably, [[Fixit (RID)\|Fixit]] and [[Grimlock (RID 2015)\|Grimlock]] did not adopt compatible Earth forms possibly due to personal preferences or physical limitations. {{storylink\|Pilot (Part 2)}}