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Sabrblade: /* Continuity notes */

2022-06-26T05:34:41Z

Continuity notes

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	*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".		*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".
	*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".		*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".
	*The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|~~Windrazor~~]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...		*The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|Tornado]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...
	*During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].		*During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].

MistaTee: /* Reprints */ Hachette collection

2020-08-05T21:39:45Z

Reprints: Hachette collection

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	===Reprints===		===Reprints===
	~~None as~~ of ~~yet~~.		* '''''[[Transformers: The Definitive G1 Collection]]: Volume 91: Generation 2 Part 2''''' <small>([[August 12]], [[2020]]): </small> [[Silverbolt (G1)\|Silverbolt]], by [[Dreamwave Productions]] and [[Jhiaxus (G2)\|Jhiaxus]] smashing [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Optimus Prime]], by [[Geoff Senior]]
			:* Primarily a collection of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|U.S. ''Generation 2'']] issues 7–12.
			:* Bonus material includes an article about [[Derek Yaniger]], an outro by Simon Furman discussing the working of ''Generation 2'' concepts into [[IDW Publishing\|IDW]]'s ''[[The Transformers: Regeneration One\|Regeneration One]]'', small-scale scans of "War Zone", a cover gallery (including the [[Titan Books\|Titan]] trades) and an intro by Furman.
			<gallery>
			File:DefinitiveG1Collection v91.jpg\|'''''The Definitive G1 Collection Vol. 91: Generation 2 Part 2'''''
			</gallery>

	[[Category:Fleetway issues]]		[[Category:Fleetway issues]]

Timrollpickering: /* Continuity notes */ it didn't happen in the comic itself

2020-03-16T14:05:57Z

Continuity notes: it didn't happen in the comic itself

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	===Continuity notes===		===Continuity notes===
	*The teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.		*The teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.
	*Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic.		*Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic continuity.
	*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".		*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".
	*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".		*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".

S.H.I.E.L.D. Agent 47 at 20:25, 16 February 2016

2016-02-16T20:25:58Z

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	{{Comicstory\|		{{Comicstory\|
	\|seriesissue=''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (Fleetway)]]'' #2		\|seriesissue=[[Transformers: Generation 2 (Fleetway)\|''Transformers: Generation 2'' (Fleetway)]] #2
	\|prev=War Without End (issue)		\|prev=War Without End (issue)
	\|next=Devices and Desires! (Marvel)		\|next=Devices and Desires! (Marvel)
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	*[[Terradive (G2)\|Terradive]] (11)		*[[Terradive (G2)\|Terradive]] (11)
	*[[Sparkstalker]] (15)		*[[Sparkstalker]] (15)
	*[[Flamefeather]] (16)		*[[Flamefeather (G1)\|Flamefeather]] (16)
	*[[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Starscream]] (19)		*[[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Starscream]] (19)
	\|h3=[[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronian]]\|c3=		\|h3=[[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronian]]\|c3=
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	[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]		[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]
	*The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.		*The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.
	*The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].		*The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]], and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].
	*Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.		*Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.
	*The issue came with a set of free stickers.		*The issue came with a set of free stickers.

ItsWalky: /* Other trivia */

2016-02-16T19:23:45Z

Other trivia

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	*Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.		*Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.
	*The issue came with a set of free stickers.		*The issue came with a set of free stickers.
			*In 2014, art from this issue would decorate a large plastic cup sold at Walmart for a dollar.

	===Covers (1)===		===Covers (1)===

SleepIsTheBrotherOfDeath: /* Notes */

2015-02-15T00:09:18Z

Notes

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	*[[Jhiaxus (G2)\|Jhiaxus]] (20)		*[[Jhiaxus (G2)\|Jhiaxus]] (20)
	}}		}}

			==Quotes==

	==Notes==		==Notes==
			===Artwork and technical errors===
			*Everyone is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl dark red and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]], complete with their colours.

			===Continuity errors===
	*All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".		*All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".
	*~~Everyone~~ is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl dark red and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[~~Transformers: Generation 2~~ (~~Marvel~~)\|~~Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic~~]]~~, complete with their colours~~.		*The term "Decepticon" is used consistently for the [[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronians]].
	*~~Similarly the~~ teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.
	~~[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]~~		===Continuity notes===
			*The teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.
	*Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic.		*Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic.
	*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".		*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".
	*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".		*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".
	*The term "Decepticon" is used consistently for the [[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronians]].
	*The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|Windrazor]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...		*The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|Windrazor]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...
	*During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].		*During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].

			===Real-life references===

			===Other trivia===
			[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]
	*The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.		*The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.
	*The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].		*The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].
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	*The issue came with a set of free stickers.		*The issue came with a set of free stickers.

			===Covers (1)===
			<gallery>
			File:FleetwayUKG2-02.jpg\|'''Issue #2'''
			</gallery>

			*'''Issue #2 cover:''' Blue Grimlock, possibly by [[Robin Smith]].

			===Reprints===
			None as of yet.
	[[Category:Fleetway issues]]		[[Category:Fleetway issues]]

SleepIsTheBrotherOfDeath at 19:17, 12 February 2015

2015-02-12T19:17:16Z

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	{{Comicstory\|		{{Comicstory\|
	\|seriesissue=''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (Fleetway)~~\|Transformers: Generation 2~~]]'' #2		\|seriesissue=''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (Fleetway)]]'' #2
	\|prev=War Without End (issue)		\|prev=War Without End (issue)
	\|next=Devices and Desires! (Marvel)		\|next=Devices and Desires! (Marvel)

Monzo: /* Notes */

2014-01-02T17:01:10Z

Notes

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	==Notes==		==Notes==
	*All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".		*All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".
	*Everyone is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl ~~purple~~ and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]], complete with their colours.		*Everyone is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl dark red and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]], complete with their colours.
	*Similarly the teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.		*Similarly the teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.
	[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]		[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]

Abates: /* Featured characters */

2013-04-15T07:44:38Z

Featured characters

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	*[[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] (1)		*[[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] (1)
	*[[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]] (2)		*[[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]] (2)
	*[[Rage]] (5)		*[[Rage (G1)\|Rage]] (5)
	*[[Drench (G1)\|Drench]] (6)		*[[Drench (G1)\|Drench]] (6)
	*[[Aquablast]] (7)		*[[Aquablast]] (7)

Emvee: cleanup, links

2012-12-05T12:31:26Z

cleanup, links

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	\|caption=Yes this is the only colour he was available in...		\|caption=Yes this is the only colour he was available in...
	\|publisher=[[Fleetway]]		\|publisher=[[Fleetway]]
	\|date=October 1994		\|date=October [[1994]]
	\|coverdate=("off sale") November [[1994]]		\|coverdate=("off sale") November [[1994]]
	\|script=[[Simon Furman]]		\|script=[[Simon Furman]]
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	==Synopsis==		==Synopsis==
	[[Optimus Prime (G1)\|Optimus Prime]] is weakened after his battle with [[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]], so tries stalling for time whilst the other [[Autobot]]s respond to his signal, but [[Megatron (G1)\|Megatron]] sees through the ruse immediately. His power has been boosted immensely and Prime is soon subdued.		[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Optimus Prime]] is weakened after his battle with [[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]], so tries stalling for time whilst the other [[Autobot]]s respond to his signal, but [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] sees through the ruse immediately. His power has been boosted immensely and Prime is soon subdued.

	Elsewhere, [[Grimlock (G1)\|Grimlock]] slowly recovers after being defeated by Megatron. He had come to [[Earth]] to warn Prime about new Decepticons but wound up being taken out by old ones. He summons his fellow [[Dinobot (G1)\|Dinobots]].		Elsewhere, [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Grimlock]] slowly recovers after being defeated by Megatron. He had come to [[Earth]] to warn Prime about new Decepticons but wound up being taken out by old ones. He summons his fellow [[Dinobot (G1)\|Dinobots]].

	In the ruins of [[London]], the [[Stormtrooper (G1)\|Stormtroopers]] have heard of a fight and are eager for some real action, hoping for Autobots. But then on their telescopic vision they see Megatron about to crush someone. As he is no longer their leader and may be about to destroy Bludgeon they charge in and attack, unwittingly saving Optimus Prime. The battle soon draws in other Decepticons, with the [[Skyscorcher]]s leaving the Autobots, who rapidly come to the conclusion Prime is in danger.		In the ruins of [[London]], the [[Stormtrooper (G1)\|Stormtroopers]] have heard of a fight and are eager for some real action, hoping for Autobots. But then on their telescopic vision they see Megatron about to crush someone. As he is no longer their leader and may be about to destroy Bludgeon they charge in and attack, unwittingly saving Optimus Prime. The battle soon draws in other Decepticons, with the [[Skyscorcher]]s leaving the Autobots, who rapidly come to the conclusion Prime is in danger.

	[[Image:Windrazor-UKG2comic.jpg\|left\|125px\|thumb\|]]		[[Image:Windrazor-UKG2comic.jpg\|left\|125px\|thumb\|]]

	The Stormtroopers, Skyscorchers and [[Firecon]]s attack Megatron while Optimus Prime tries to rise. He is suddenly helped up by Grimlock, [[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] and [[Slag (G1)\|Slag]]. Wanting payback, they go into action against both Megatron and the other Decepticons. The arrival of [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]], and [[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] turns the tide and Megatron is concerned about his [[energon]] reserves so he orders Starscream to extract him. He plans to return.		The Stormtroopers, Skyscorchers and [[Firecon]]s attack Megatron while Optimus Prime tries to rise. He is suddenly helped up by Grimlock, [[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] and [[Slag (G1)\|Slag]]. Wanting payback, they go into action against both Megatron and the other Decepticons. The arrival of [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]], and [[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] turns the tide and Megatron is concerned about his [[energon]] reserves so he orders Starscream to extract him. He plans to return.

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	{{featuredcharacters		{{featuredcharacters
	\|c1=		\|c1=
	* [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Optimus Prime]] (3)		*[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Optimus Prime]] (3)
	* [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Grimlock]] (4)		*[[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Grimlock]] (4)
	* [[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] (12)		*[[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] (12)
	* [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]] (13)		*[[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]] (13)
	* [[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]] (14)		*[[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]] (14)
	* [[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] (17)		*[[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] (17)
	* [[Slag (G1)\|Slag]] (18)		*[[Slag (G1)\|Slag]] (18)

	\|c2=		\|c2=
	* [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] (1)		*[[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] (1)
	* [[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]] (2)		*[[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]] (2)
	* [[Rage]] (5)		*[[Rage]] (5)
	* [[Drench (G1)\|Drench]] (6)		*[[Drench (G1)\|Drench]] (6)
	* [[Aquablast]] (7)		*[[Aquablast]] (7)
	* [[Hydradread]] (8)		*[[Hydradread]] (8)
	* [[Eagle Eye (G2)\|Hawk]] (9)		*[[Eagle Eye (G2)\|Hawk]] (9)
	* [[Windrazor (G2)\|Tornado]] (10)		*[[Windrazor (G2)\|Tornado]] (10)
	* [[Terradive (G2)\|Terradive]] (11)		*[[Terradive (G2)\|Terradive]] (11)
	* [[Sparkstalker]] (15)		*[[Sparkstalker]] (15)
	* [[Flamefeather]] (16)		*[[Flamefeather]] (16)
	* [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] (19)		*[[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Starscream]] (19)

	\|h3=[[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronian]]\|c3=		\|h3=[[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronian]]\|c3=
	* [[Jhiaxus (G2)\|Jhiaxus]] (20)		*[[Jhiaxus (G2)\|Jhiaxus]] (20)
	}}		}}

	==Notes==		==Notes==
	* All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".		*All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".
	* Everyone is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl purple and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]], complete with their colours.		*Everyone is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl purple and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]], complete with their colours.
	* Similarly the teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.		*Similarly the teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.
	[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]		[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]
	* Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic.		*Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic.
	* Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".		*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".
	* Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".		*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".
	* The term "Decepticon" is used consistently for the [[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronians]].		*The term "Decepticon" is used consistently for the [[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronians]].
	* The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|Windrazor]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...		*The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|Windrazor]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...
	* During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].		*During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].
	* The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.		*The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.
	* The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].		*The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].
	* Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.		*Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.
	* The issue came with a set of free stickers.		*The issue came with a set of free stickers.


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	\|publisher=[[Fleetway]]		\|publisher=[[Fleetway]]
	\|date=October 1994		\|date=October [[1994]]
	\|coverdate=("off sale") November [[1994]]		\|coverdate=("off sale") November [[1994]]
	\|script=[[Simon Furman]]		\|script=[[Simon Furman]]
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	==Synopsis==		==Synopsis==
	[[Optimus Prime (G1)\|Optimus Prime]] is weakened after his battle with [[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]], so tries stalling for time whilst the other [[Autobot]]s respond to his signal, but [[Megatron (G1)\|Megatron]] sees through the ruse immediately. His power has been boosted immensely and Prime is soon subdued.		[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Optimus Prime]] is weakened after his battle with [[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]], so tries stalling for time whilst the other [[Autobot]]s respond to his signal, but [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] sees through the ruse immediately. His power has been boosted immensely and Prime is soon subdued.

	Elsewhere, [[Grimlock (G1)\|Grimlock]] slowly recovers after being defeated by Megatron. He had come to [[Earth]] to warn Prime about new Decepticons but wound up being taken out by old ones. He summons his fellow [[Dinobot (G1)\|Dinobots]].		Elsewhere, [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Grimlock]] slowly recovers after being defeated by Megatron. He had come to [[Earth]] to warn Prime about new Decepticons but wound up being taken out by old ones. He summons his fellow [[Dinobot (G1)\|Dinobots]].

	In the ruins of [[London]], the [[Stormtrooper (G1)\|Stormtroopers]] have heard of a fight and are eager for some real action, hoping for Autobots. But then on their telescopic vision they see Megatron about to crush someone. As he is no longer their leader and may be about to destroy Bludgeon they charge in and attack, unwittingly saving Optimus Prime. The battle soon draws in other Decepticons, with the [[Skyscorcher]]s leaving the Autobots, who rapidly come to the conclusion Prime is in danger.		In the ruins of [[London]], the [[Stormtrooper (G1)\|Stormtroopers]] have heard of a fight and are eager for some real action, hoping for Autobots. But then on their telescopic vision they see Megatron about to crush someone. As he is no longer their leader and may be about to destroy Bludgeon they charge in and attack, unwittingly saving Optimus Prime. The battle soon draws in other Decepticons, with the [[Skyscorcher]]s leaving the Autobots, who rapidly come to the conclusion Prime is in danger.

	[[Image:Windrazor-UKG2comic.jpg\|left\|125px\|thumb\|]]		[[Image:Windrazor-UKG2comic.jpg\|left\|125px\|thumb\|]]

	The Stormtroopers, Skyscorchers and [[Firecon]]s attack Megatron while Optimus Prime tries to rise. He is suddenly helped up by Grimlock, [[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] and [[Slag (G1)\|Slag]]. Wanting payback, they go into action against both Megatron and the other Decepticons. The arrival of [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]], and [[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] turns the tide and Megatron is concerned about his [[energon]] reserves so he orders Starscream to extract him. He plans to return.		The Stormtroopers, Skyscorchers and [[Firecon]]s attack Megatron while Optimus Prime tries to rise. He is suddenly helped up by Grimlock, [[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] and [[Slag (G1)\|Slag]]. Wanting payback, they go into action against both Megatron and the other Decepticons. The arrival of [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]], and [[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] turns the tide and Megatron is concerned about his [[energon]] reserves so he orders Starscream to extract him. He plans to return.

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	\|c1=		\|c1=
	* [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Optimus Prime]] (3)		*[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Optimus Prime]] (3)
	* [[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Grimlock]] (4)		*[[Grimlock (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Grimlock]] (4)
	* [[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] (12)		*[[Skram (G2)\|Skram]] (12)
	* [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]] (13)		*[[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]] (13)
	* [[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]] (14)		*[[Sideswipe (G1)\|Sideswipe]] (14)
	* [[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] (17)		*[[Snarl (G1)\|Snarl]] (17)
	* [[Slag (G1)\|Slag]] (18)		*[[Slag (G1)\|Slag]] (18)

	\|c2=		\|c2=
	* [[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] (1)		*[[Megatron (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Megatron]] (1)
	* [[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]] (2)		*[[Bludgeon (G1)\|Bludgeon]] (2)
	* [[Rage]] (5)		*[[Rage]] (5)
	* [[Drench (G1)\|Drench]] (6)		*[[Drench (G1)\|Drench]] (6)
	* [[Aquablast]] (7)		*[[Aquablast]] (7)
	* [[Hydradread]] (8)		*[[Hydradread]] (8)
	* [[Eagle Eye (G2)\|Hawk]] (9)		*[[Eagle Eye (G2)\|Hawk]] (9)
	* [[Windrazor (G2)\|Tornado]] (10)		*[[Windrazor (G2)\|Tornado]] (10)
	* [[Terradive (G2)\|Terradive]] (11)		*[[Terradive (G2)\|Terradive]] (11)
	* [[Sparkstalker]] (15)		*[[Sparkstalker]] (15)
	* [[Flamefeather]] (16)		*[[Flamefeather]] (16)
	* [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] (19)		*[[Starscream (G1)/Marvel Comics continuity\|Starscream]] (19)

	\|h3=[[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronian]]\|c3=		\|h3=[[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronian]]\|c3=
	* [[Jhiaxus (G2)\|Jhiaxus]] (20)		*[[Jhiaxus (G2)\|Jhiaxus]] (20)
	}}		}}

	==Notes==		==Notes==
	* All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".		*All characters are given their European toy names—e.g. "Hawk" not "Eagle Eye".
	* Everyone is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl purple and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]], complete with their colours.		*Everyone is drawn and coloured in their ''Generation 2'' modes. Because the Dinobots were only released in a single colour each in the UK this means Grimlock is now blue, Snarl purple and Slag green where they were once grey. This became especially noticeable when the comic later moved over to reprints of the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (Marvel)\|Marvel ''Generation 2'' comic]], complete with their colours.
	* Similarly the teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.		*Similarly the teams shown reflect the toys available in the UK and so [[Sludge (G1)\|Sludge]] and [[Swoop (G1)\|Swoop]] are not present.
	[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]		[[Image:UKG2Freestickers2.JPG\|200px\|right\|thumb\|]]
	* Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic.		*Optimus Prime asks Megatron: "How did you get out? [[Skydive (G1 Aerialbot)\|Skydive]] reported our spacecraft, the [[Ark (G1)\|Ark]] - and all aboard her - destroyed." This suggests that something similar to the events of "[[All or Nothing!]]" took place in the Fleetway ''Generation 2'' comic.
	* Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".		*Similarly Megatron states his new body was created with help from human scientists, again suggesting something similar to "[[Realignments]]".
	* Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".		*Conversely Grimlock has discovered the Cybertronians independently of Optimus Prime, which is not how events panned out in the American "[[War Without End!]]".
	* The term "Decepticon" is used consistently for the [[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronians]].		*The term "Decepticon" is used consistently for the [[Cybertronian (faction)\|Cybertronians]].
	* The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|Windrazor]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...		*The Decepticons show little respect for Megatron, with [[Windrazor (G2)\|Windrazor]] sneering ''to his face'' that he's past it, but they do show quite a lot of loyalty towards Bludgeon. Pity for Bludgeon that ''these'' 'Cons weren't around [[The Power and the Glory\|later]]...
	* During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].		*During the [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)\|Generation 1 comics]], the Firecons never had the chance to go up against Slag. This issue finally sees the Dinobot and a Firecon trade their [[Fire-breath\|flame throwers]].
	* The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.		*The issue had a competition to win a complete set of all the ''Generation 2'' toys then on sale. To enter readers had to find a number of Autobot insignia hidden in the artwork and send the correct number in.
	* The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].		*The inside front and back covers are gatefolds, containing profiles of [[Manta Ray (G2)\|Piranha]], [[Jazz (G1)\|Jazz]], [[Starscream (G1)\|Starscream]] and [[Ransack (G2)\|Blitz]]. All are illustrated with the relevant [[package art]].
	* Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.		*Another gatefold on the centre pages contains a [[Media:GiantBattleGame.jpg\|"Giant Battle Game!"]] in which the Autobots and Decepticons race from opposite sides of the board to capture the Warworld in the centre.
	* The issue came with a set of free stickers.		*The issue came with a set of free stickers.


	[[Category:Fleetway issues]]		[[Category:Fleetway issues]]