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{{disambig3.5|the evil Autobot|his heroic Omnibot counterpart|Camshaft (G1)|Camshaft}} | {{disambig3.5|the evil Autobot|his heroic Omnibot counterpart|Camshaft (G1)|Camshaft}} | ||
:''Camshaft is an evil [[Autobot]] from the "[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]" [[continuity family]].'' | :''Camshaft is an evil [[Autobot]] from the "[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]" [[continuity family]].'' | ||
[[Image:Camshaftsg.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Time to troll your Kay-Bees.]] | [[Image:Camshaftsg.jpg|right|thumb|300px|Time to troll your Kay-Bees.]] | ||
'''Camshaft''' is a scout for the [[Autobot]]s and a member of [[Remote Patrol Six]]. He's eager for the chance to get to show off his stuff with some action. He is secretly loyal to [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] and [[Alpha Trion | '''Camshaft''' is a scout for the [[Autobot]]s and a member of [[Remote Patrol Six]]. He's eager for the chance to get to show off his stuff with some action. He is secretly loyal to [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] and [[Alpha Trion#Shattered Glass|Alpha Trion]]'s rebellion against [[Optimus Prime (SG)|Optimus Prime]]. | ||
{{Bigquote| I’ve got the speed, I got the skill, and you know I’m not afraid of anything that might be there!|Camshaft just wants some action, "[[Do Over]]"}} | |||
==Fiction== | ==Fiction== | ||
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Camshaft, along with the rest of Remote Patrol Six, was dispatched to scan the [[Plait Expanse]]'s radiation in an attempt to escape [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. They were also harboring [[Hound (SG)|Hound]] from Optimus Prime, as Hound had faked his death when Rodimus and [[Goldbug (SG)|Goldbug]] threw everyone who was deemed too loyal to Prime off the ''[[Ark (SG)|Ark]]''. | Camshaft, along with the rest of Remote Patrol Six, was dispatched to scan the [[Plait Expanse]]'s radiation in an attempt to escape [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. They were also harboring [[Hound (SG)|Hound]] from Optimus Prime, as Hound had faked his death when Rodimus and [[Goldbug (SG)|Goldbug]] threw everyone who was deemed too loyal to Prime off the ''[[Ark (SG)|Ark]]''. | ||
When [[Sandstorm (SG)|Sandstorm]] discovered a signal coming from [[Zone Y-AT]], Hound thought he recognized it | When [[Sandstorm (SG)|Sandstorm]] discovered a signal coming from [[Zone Y-AT]], Hound thought he recognized it and suggested that someone else should check it out. Camshaft was eager to go, but Hound suggested that [[Downshift (SG)|Downshift]] go instead. | ||
When Camshaft protested about Downshift "getting the glory" when he was "weak" and "not even one of—", Hound said that was the point, that 'bots like the rest of them needed to stick together. Especially since Hound thought he knew what was coming. | When Camshaft protested about Downshift "getting the glory" when he was "weak" and "not even one of—", Hound said that was the point, that 'bots like the rest of them needed to stick together. Especially since Hound thought he knew what was coming. {{storylink|Do Over}} | ||
A while later, after [[Megatron (SG)|Megatron]] was assassinated, Camshaft and the rest of Remote Patrol Six made their move. They converged on Optimus Prime's position, intending to kill Optimus and install [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] in his place as Prime. Unfortunately, Optimus was stronger and crazier than they allowed for, and he easily fought them back. As Optimus plowed through Remote Patrol Six, Camshaft was dealt a possibly | A while later, after [[Megatron (SG)|Megatron]] was assassinated, Camshaft and the rest of Remote Patrol Six made their move. They converged on Optimus Prime's position, intending to kill Optimus and install [[Rodimus (SG)|Rodimus]] in his place as Prime. The Prime gave them a chance to walk away, suggesting that he ''might'' forget about their betrayal, but the would-be assassins opened fire anyway. Unfortunately, Optimus was stronger and crazier than they allowed for, and he easily fought them back. As Optimus plowed through Remote Patrol Six, Camshaft was dealt a possibly fatal cannon blast to the head. {{storylink|Reunification: Part 5}} | ||
==Toys== | ==Toys== | ||
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{{note|The [[Spychanger|Spy Changer]] version of [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[Camshaft (G1)|Camshaft]] was officially [[repurposing|repurposed]] as ''Shattered Glass'' Camshaft.}} | {{note|The [[Spychanger|Spy Changer]] version of [[The Transformers (franchise)|Generation 1]] [[Camshaft (G1)|Camshaft]] was officially [[repurposing|repurposed]] as ''Shattered Glass'' Camshaft.}} | ||
: For ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'', [[Camshaft (G1)#Universe (2003)|Camshaft]] is identical to the last [[KB Toys]] [[exclusive]] redeco of [[W.A.R.S.#Toys|W.A.R.S.]], transforming into a clear-purple Ford Thunderbird [[NASCAR]] stock car. He features through-axle construction that allows him to zip along quickly on smooth surfaces, plus he is compatible with many "[[Hot Wheels]]" and "Matchbox" racetracks. He was available only on an individual card from discount chains like The Dollar Store. | : For ''[[Transformers: Universe (2003 toyline)|Universe]]'', [[Camshaft (G1)#Universe (2003)|Camshaft]] is identical to the last [[KB Toys]] [[exclusive]] redeco of [[W.A.R.S.#Toys|W.A.R.S.]], transforming into a clear-purple Ford Thunderbird [[NASCAR]] stock car. He features through-axle construction that allows him to zip along quickly on smooth surfaces, plus he is compatible with many "[[Hot Wheels (franchise)|Hot Wheels]]" and "Matchbox" racetracks. He was available only on an individual card from discount chains like The Dollar Store. | ||
: This mold was also used to make [[Gearhead#Toys|Gearhead]] and the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]] [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Soundwave]]. It was planned to be used to make ''Generation 2'' [[Greasepit (G2)|Greasepit]], but that toy was ultimately unreleased. | : This mold was also used to make [[Gearhead#Toys|Gearhead]] and the ''[[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|Generation 2]]'' [[Go-Bot (G2)|Go-Bots]] [[Soundwave (G1)/toys#Generation 2|Soundwave]]. It was planned to be used to make ''Generation 2'' [[Greasepit (G2 Go-Bot)|Greasepit]], but that toy was ultimately unreleased. | ||
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/Wars/wars.htm More information on Camshaft (actually, W.A.R.S.) at TFU.info]'' | ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2003/Autobot/Wars/wars.htm More information on Camshaft (actually, W.A.R.S.) at TFU.info]'' | ||
Latest revision as of 15:13, 7 March 2026
| This article is about the evil Autobot. For his heroic Omnibot counterpart, see Camshaft (G1). For a list of other meanings, see Camshaft (disambiguation). |
- Camshaft is an evil Autobot from the "Shattered Glass" continuity family.
Camshaft is a scout for the Autobots and a member of Remote Patrol Six. He's eager for the chance to get to show off his stuff with some action. He is secretly loyal to Rodimus and Alpha Trion's rebellion against Optimus Prime.
| “ | I’ve got the speed, I got the skill, and you know I’m not afraid of anything that might be there! | ” |
—Camshaft just wants some action, "Do Over" | ||
Fiction
[edit]Fun Publications Shattered Glass continuity
[edit]Camshaft, along with the rest of Remote Patrol Six, was dispatched to scan the Plait Expanse's radiation in an attempt to escape Cybertron. They were also harboring Hound from Optimus Prime, as Hound had faked his death when Rodimus and Goldbug threw everyone who was deemed too loyal to Prime off the Ark.
When Sandstorm discovered a signal coming from Zone Y-AT, Hound thought he recognized it and suggested that someone else should check it out. Camshaft was eager to go, but Hound suggested that Downshift go instead.
When Camshaft protested about Downshift "getting the glory" when he was "weak" and "not even one of—", Hound said that was the point, that 'bots like the rest of them needed to stick together. Especially since Hound thought he knew what was coming. Do Over
A while later, after Megatron was assassinated, Camshaft and the rest of Remote Patrol Six made their move. They converged on Optimus Prime's position, intending to kill Optimus and install Rodimus in his place as Prime. The Prime gave them a chance to walk away, suggesting that he might forget about their betrayal, but the would-be assassins opened fire anyway. Unfortunately, Optimus was stronger and crazier than they allowed for, and he easily fought them back. As Optimus plowed through Remote Patrol Six, Camshaft was dealt a possibly fatal cannon blast to the head. Reunification: Part 5
Toys
[edit]Universe (2003)
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- Autobot Camshaft (Spy Changer, 2006)
- Accessories: Rifle
The Spy Changer version of Generation 1 Camshaft was officially repurposed as Shattered Glass Camshaft.
- For Universe, Camshaft is identical to the last KB Toys exclusive redeco of W.A.R.S., transforming into a clear-purple Ford Thunderbird NASCAR stock car. He features through-axle construction that allows him to zip along quickly on smooth surfaces, plus he is compatible with many "Hot Wheels" and "Matchbox" racetracks. He was available only on an individual card from discount chains like The Dollar Store.
- This mold was also used to make Gearhead and the Generation 2 Go-Bots Soundwave. It was planned to be used to make Generation 2 Greasepit, but that toy was ultimately unreleased.
