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The '''''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers''''' [[story page]]s were published in ''[[TV Magazine]]'' from the beginning of the magazine's ''Transformers'' coverage in May of 1985, through until November, 1986. The stories were primarily provided by [[Masumi Kaneda]] while the artwork was provided by both [[Studio Ox]] and [[Ban Magami]]. A staple of these early pages was a feature titled "Anime Theater", producing stories which occasionally ran up to four pages, which is unusual for story pages, which typically end at two.
The '''''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers''''' [[story page]]s were published in ''[[TV Magazine]]'' from August, [[1985]] until November, [[1986]]. The stories were primarily provided by [[Masumi Kaneda]] while the artwork was provided by both [[Studio OX]] and [[Ban Magami]]. A staple of these early pages was a feature titled "Anime Theater", producing stories which occasionally ran up to four pages, which is unusual for story pages, which typically end at two.


==Issues==
==Issues==
===Part 1===
===Part 1===
 
:'''Published:''' August, 1985
:'''Published:''' May, 1985


'''''Broadcasting on TV! Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'''''
'''''Broadcasting on TV! Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'''''


:'''Illustrated by:''' Studio Ox
:'''Illustrated by:''' Asao Takahashi


The primary members of the [[Autobot]]s are introduced: [[Optimus Prime (G1)|Optimus Prime]], [[Wheeljack (G1)|Wheeljack]], [[Jazz (G1)|Jazz]], [[Prowl (G1)|Prowl]], [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]], [[Hound (G1)|Hound]], [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]], [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]], [[Sunstreaker (G1)|Sunstreaker]], [[Mirage (G1)|Mirage]], [[Cliffjumper (G1)|Cliffjumper]], [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]], [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] and [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]].
The primary members of the [[Autobot]]s are introduced: [[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]], [[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]], [[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]], [[Prowl (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Prowl]], [[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]], [[Hound (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hound]], [[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]], [[Sideswipe (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Sideswipe]], [[Sunstreaker (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Sunstreaker]], [[Mirage (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Mirage]], [[Cliffjumper (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cliffjumper]], [[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]], [[Ratchet (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ratchet]] and [[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]].


The primary members of the [[Decepticon]]s are introduced: [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], [[Laserbeak (G1)|Laserbeak]], [[Skywarp (G1)|Skywarp]], [[Thundercracker (G1)|Thundercracker]], [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]], [[Soundwave (G1)|Soundwave]], [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]], [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]], [[Ravage (G1)|Ravage]].
The primary members of the [[Decepticon]]s are introduced: [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]], [[Laserbeak (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Laserbeak]], [[Skywarp (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Skywarp]], [[Thundercracker (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Thundercracker]], [[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]], [[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]], [[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]], [[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]], [[Ravage (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ravage]].


:'''''Anime Theater 1: ???'''''
The story of the Transformers' arrival on Earth is related, and the Autobots save [[New York City]] from a Decepticon attack.


===Part 2===
===Part 2===
 
[[File:SuperRobotLifeSicEmHound01.jpg|250px|thumb|Soundwave's laugh is rendered "Fufufufu!" Never forget that.]]
:'''Published:''' June, 1985
 
===Part 3===
 
:'''Published:''' July, 1985
 
===Part 4===
 
:'''Published:''' August, 1985
 
The story of the Transformers' arrival on Earth is related, and the Autobots save [[New York City]] from a Decepticon attack.
 
===Part 5===
 
[[Image:SuperRobotLifeSicEmHound01.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Soundwave's laugh is rendered "Fufufufu!" Never forget that.]]


:'''Published:''' September, 1985
:'''Published:''' September, 1985
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:'''''Anime Theater: Sic 'em, Hound!'''''
:'''''Anime Theater: Sic 'em, Hound!'''''


:'''Illustrated by:''' Ban Magami
:'''Illustrated by:''' Asao Takahashi


The Autobots decide to test their skills with a friendly race. Prime waves a checkered flag, and the Autobots head out, unaware that Soundwave has learned of their race and is plotting a way to defeat them (snickering to himself as he does so). Soundwave and Laserbeak wait until the Autobots enter a narrow canyon and ambush them. The rocky terrain keeps the Autobots from fighting back, and Wheeljack, Sideswipe and Jazz are taken out.  Unfortunately for Soundwave, Hound is a Jeep and has no trouble driving over rocky terrain. Hound transforms to robot mode and drives his fist straight through Soundwave's glass chest window. Meanwhile, Jazz transforms and takes out Laserbeak.
The Autobots decide to test their skills with a friendly race. Prime waves a checkered flag, and the Autobots head out, unaware that Soundwave has learned of their race and is plotting a way to defeat them (snickering to himself as he does so). Soundwave and Laserbeak wait until the Autobots enter a narrow canyon and ambush them. The rocky terrain keeps the Autobots from fighting back, and Wheeljack, Sideswipe and Jazz are taken out.  Unfortunately for Soundwave, Hound is a Jeep and has no trouble driving over rocky terrain. Hound transforms to robot mode and drives his fist straight through Soundwave's glass chest window. Meanwhile, Jazz transforms and takes out Laserbeak.
 
 
===Part 6===


===Part 3===
:'''Published:''' October, 1985
:'''Published:''' October, 1985


Red Alert and Sideswipe battle Thundercracker and Skywarp over a human space shuttle.
Red Alert and Sideswipe battle Thundercracker and Skywarp over a human space shuttle.


===Part 7===
===Part 4===
 
:'''Published:''' November, 1985
:'''Published:''' November, 1985


The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] make their debut, and defend Autobot Headquarters against a Decepticon attack.
The [[Dinobot (G1)|Dinobots]] make their debut, and defend [[Ark (G1)|Autobot Headquarters]] against a Decepticon attack.
 
===Part 8===


===Part 5===
:'''Published:''' December, 1985
:'''Published:''' December, 1985


Soundwave and his [[Decepticon Mini-Cassette|cassettes]] take on the two newest Autobot members, [[Blaster (G1)|Blaster]] and [[Perceptor (G1)|Perceptor]].
Soundwave and his [[Decepticon Mini-Cassette|cassettes]] take on the two newest Autobot members, [[Blaster (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Blaster]] and [[Perceptor (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Perceptor]].
 
===Part 9===


===Part 6===
[[File:FSRLstorypage devastator.jpg|right|thumb|300px]]
:'''Published:''' January, 1986
:'''Published:''' January, 1986


Spotlight on the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]].
Spotlight on the [[Constructicon (G1)|Constructicons]].


===Part 10===
===Part 7===
 
:'''Published:''' February, 1986
:'''Published:''' February, 1986


The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbot]]s  and [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticon]]s are introduced, and the [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]] project begins.
The [[Aerialbot (G1)|Aerialbots]] and [[Stunticon (G1)|Stunticons]] are introduced, and the [[Metroplex (G1)|Scramble City]] project begins.
 
===Part 11===


===Part 8===
:'''Published:''' March, 1986
:'''Published:''' March, 1986


[[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] has [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] outmatched in a city battle, but the tables turn when the Aerialbots separate and bind the combiner, making him an easy target for Scramble City's firepower.
[[Menasor (G1)|Menasor]] has [[Superion (G1)|Superion]] outmatched in a city battle, but the tables turn when the Aerialbots separate and bind the combiner, making him an easy target for Scramble City's firepower.


===Part 12===
===Part 9===
[[File:EarlyGalvatronTVMagazine1.jpg|300px|thumb|With enough retcons, ''anything'' can make sense!]]


:'''Published:''' April, 1986
:'''Published:''' April, 1986


Focus on Scramble City's robot mode, [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]], and his drones. Optimus Prime and Scramble City commander [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] battle Megatron and his new lieutenant, [[Galvatron II|Galvatron]].
Focus on Scramble City's robot mode, [[Metroplex (G1)|Metroplex]], and his drones. Optimus Prime and Scramble City commander [[Ultra Magnus (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ultra Magnus]] battle Megatron and his new lieutenant, [[Galvatron II|Galvatron]].


===Part 13===
Regular publication of the eight-part [[Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers (manga)|''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers'' manga]] begins with this issue, running concurrently with the story pages every month until their end.


===Part 10===
:'''Published:''' May, 1986
:'''Published:''' May, 1986


Optimus Prime and the Aerialbots battle the Decepticon jets in [[Egypt]].
The Autobot [[Mini Vehicle]]s are spotlighted, plus Optimus Prime and the Aerialbots battle the Decepticon jets in [[Egypt]].
 
 
===Part 14===


===Part 11===
:'''Published:''' June, 1986
:'''Published:''' June, 1986


Spotlight on the Autobot and Decepticon [[Mini-Cassette]]s.
Showcasing the Autobot and Decepticon [[Mini-Cassette]]s.
 
===Part 15===


===Part 12===
:'''Published:''' July, 1986
:'''Published:''' July, 1986


The Stunticons and Construticons are giving the Autobots trouble, but their newest combiner team, the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobot]]s, form [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] to send them packing.
The Stunticons and Constructicons are giving the Autobots trouble, but their newest combiner team, the [[Protectobot (G1)|Protectobots]], form [[Defensor (G1)|Defensor]] to send them packing.
 
===Part 16===


===Part 13===
:'''Published:''' August, 1986
:'''Published:''' August, 1986


The Decepticons introduce their newest combiners, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]]s, who, when they are attacked from above by the Aerialbots, display their ability to combine both with Menasor, and with each other to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. The Aerialbots combine with Defensor to give him the power boost needed to take the dimwitted Decepticon down.
The Decepticons introduce their newest combiners, the [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticon]]s, who, when they are attacked from above by the Aerialbots, display their ability to combine both with Menasor, and with each other to form [[Bruticus (G1)|Bruticus]]. The Aerialbots combine with Defensor to give him the power boost needed to take the dimwitted Decepticon down.


===Part 17===
===Part 14===
 
:'''Published:''' September, 1986
:'''Published:''' September, 1986


The Decepticons' answer to Metroplex, [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]], is activated.
The Decepticons' answer to Metroplex, [[Trypticon (G1)|Trypticon]], is activated.


===Part 18===
===Part 15===
 
[[File:G1GalvatronOptimusPrimeUltraMagnusTVMagazine1986October.jpg|250px|right|thumb]]
:'''Published:''' October, 1986
:'''Published:''' October, 1986


A detailed run-down of Optimus Prime's strengths, abilities and components. The Autobot leader proves his power over fellow truck [[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]], and together with Ultra Magnus, battles and apprehends Galvatron.
A detailed run-down of Optimus Prime's strengths, abilities and components. The Autobot leader proves his power over fellow truck [[Motormaster (G1)|Motormaster]], and together with Ultra Magnus, battles and apprehends Galvatron.


===Part 19===
===Part 16===
 
:'''Published:''' November, 1986
:'''Published:''' November, 1986


Spotlight on Megatron, and a major battle between the Autobots and Decepticons brings the ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform'' story pages to an end.
Spotlight on Megatron, and a major battle between the Autobots and Decepticons brings the ''Fight! Super Robot Lifeform'' story pages to an end.
==Featured characters==
{{featuredcharacters|c1=
*[[Wheeljack (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Wheeljack]] (1)
*[[Optimus Prime (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Optimus Prime]] (2)
*[[Prowl (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Prowl]] (3)
*[[Jazz (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Jazz]] (4)
*[[Bumblebee (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Bumblebee]] (5)
*[[Hound (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Hound]] (6)
*[[Sideswipe (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Sideswipe]] (7)
*[[Huffer (G1)|Huffer]] (8)
*[[Cliffjumper (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Cliffjumper]] (9)
*[[Mirage (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Mirage]] (10)
*[[Ratchet (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ratchet]] (11)
*[[Sunstreaker (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Sunstreaker]] (12)
*[[Trailbreaker (G1)|Trailbreaker]] (13)
*[[Red Alert (G1)|Red Alert]] (14)
|c2=
*[[Soundwave (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Soundwave]] (15)
*[[Starscream (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Starscream]] (16)
*[[Rumble (G1)|Rumble]] (17)
*[[Reflector (G1)|Reflector]] (18-20)
*[[Thundercracker (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Thundercracker]] (21)
*[[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] (22)
*[[Ravage (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Ravage]] (23)
*[[Skywarp (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Skywarp]] (24)
*[[Laserbeak (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Laserbeak]] (25)
}}
{{issuestub}}


==External links==
==External links==
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*[http://tfarchive.com/comics/gallery.php?g2_itemId=14547 Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers story pages at TFArchive]
*[http://tfarchive.com/comics/gallery.php?g2_itemId=14547 Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers story pages at TFArchive]


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Japanese Generation 1 continuity
Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers »

The Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers story pages were published in TV Magazine from August, 1985 until November, 1986. The stories were primarily provided by Masumi Kaneda while the artwork was provided by both Studio OX and Ban Magami. A staple of these early pages was a feature titled "Anime Theater", producing stories which occasionally ran up to four pages, which is unusual for story pages, which typically end at two.

Issues

[edit]

Part 1

[edit]
Published: August, 1985

Broadcasting on TV! Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers

Illustrated by: Asao Takahashi

The primary members of the Autobots are introduced: Optimus Prime, Wheeljack, Jazz, Prowl, Bumblebee, Hound, Huffer, Sideswipe, Sunstreaker, Mirage, Cliffjumper, Trailbreaker, Ratchet and Red Alert.

The primary members of the Decepticons are introduced: Megatron, Laserbeak, Skywarp, Thundercracker, Starscream, Soundwave, Rumble, Reflector, Ravage.

The story of the Transformers' arrival on Earth is related, and the Autobots save New York City from a Decepticon attack.

Part 2

[edit]
Soundwave's laugh is rendered "Fufufufu!" Never forget that.
Published: September, 1985
Anime Theater: Sic 'em, Hound!
Illustrated by: Asao Takahashi

The Autobots decide to test their skills with a friendly race. Prime waves a checkered flag, and the Autobots head out, unaware that Soundwave has learned of their race and is plotting a way to defeat them (snickering to himself as he does so). Soundwave and Laserbeak wait until the Autobots enter a narrow canyon and ambush them. The rocky terrain keeps the Autobots from fighting back, and Wheeljack, Sideswipe and Jazz are taken out. Unfortunately for Soundwave, Hound is a Jeep and has no trouble driving over rocky terrain. Hound transforms to robot mode and drives his fist straight through Soundwave's glass chest window. Meanwhile, Jazz transforms and takes out Laserbeak.

Part 3

[edit]
Published: October, 1985

Red Alert and Sideswipe battle Thundercracker and Skywarp over a human space shuttle.

Part 4

[edit]
Published: November, 1985

The Dinobots make their debut, and defend Autobot Headquarters against a Decepticon attack.

Part 5

[edit]
Published: December, 1985

Soundwave and his cassettes take on the two newest Autobot members, Blaster and Perceptor.

Part 6

[edit]
Published: January, 1986

Spotlight on the Constructicons.

Part 7

[edit]
Published: February, 1986

The Aerialbots and Stunticons are introduced, and the Scramble City project begins.

Part 8

[edit]
Published: March, 1986

Menasor has Superion outmatched in a city battle, but the tables turn when the Aerialbots separate and bind the combiner, making him an easy target for Scramble City's firepower.

Part 9

[edit]
With enough retcons, anything can make sense!
Published: April, 1986

Focus on Scramble City's robot mode, Metroplex, and his drones. Optimus Prime and Scramble City commander Ultra Magnus battle Megatron and his new lieutenant, Galvatron.

Regular publication of the eight-part Fight! Super Robot Lifeform Transformers manga begins with this issue, running concurrently with the story pages every month until their end.

Part 10

[edit]
Published: May, 1986

The Autobot Mini Vehicles are spotlighted, plus Optimus Prime and the Aerialbots battle the Decepticon jets in Egypt.

Part 11

[edit]
Published: June, 1986

Showcasing the Autobot and Decepticon Mini-Cassettes.

Part 12

[edit]
Published: July, 1986

The Stunticons and Constructicons are giving the Autobots trouble, but their newest combiner team, the Protectobots, form Defensor to send them packing.

Part 13

[edit]
Published: August, 1986

The Decepticons introduce their newest combiners, the Combaticons, who, when they are attacked from above by the Aerialbots, display their ability to combine both with Menasor, and with each other to form Bruticus. The Aerialbots combine with Defensor to give him the power boost needed to take the dimwitted Decepticon down.

Part 14

[edit]
Published: September, 1986

The Decepticons' answer to Metroplex, Trypticon, is activated.

Part 15

[edit]
Published: October, 1986

A detailed run-down of Optimus Prime's strengths, abilities and components. The Autobot leader proves his power over fellow truck Motormaster, and together with Ultra Magnus, battles and apprehends Galvatron.

Part 16

[edit]
Published: November, 1986

Spotlight on Megatron, and a major battle between the Autobots and Decepticons brings the Fight! Super Robot Lifeform story pages to an end.

[edit]

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