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[[Image:Decepto-pack sympathizer.jpg|right|250px|thumb|Decepticon sympathizer. Disaffected youth, possibly emo.]]
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:''Decepto-Packs are world-ending Decepticon weapons from the [[Generation 1 continuity family]].''
[[File:Decepto-pack sympathizer.jpg|250px|thumb|Decepticon sympathizer. Disaffected youth, possibly emo.]]
The '''Decepto-Pack''' is a backpack designed to be worn by [[Human|humans]]. Upon activation it transforms into a full set of [[Decepticon]] combat armor for the wearer.
The '''Decepto-Pack''' is a backpack designed to be worn by [[human]]s. Upon activation it transforms into a full set of [[Decepticon]] combat armor for the wearer. All pieces of the armor are visibly marked with the Decepticon symbol. The shield also bears the likeness of an unknown Decepticon warrior.
 
The armor consists of a breast plate, belt, wristbands, Transformer helmet with faceplate, an arm shield, and pistol-style laser weapon. All pieces of the armor are visibly marked with the Decepticon symbol. The shield also bears the likeness of an unknown Decepticon warrior. (Whether this face represents some autonomous Decepticon intelligence existing within the Decepto-Pack is unknown.)
 
It is assumed that a human or group of humans outfitted this way would be able to aid the Decepticons in combat with the [[Autobot]]s. It is possible that the Decepto-Packs were created to counter the Autobots' aggressive [[S.T.A.R.S.]] program. It is unknown if the bearers of the packs would have been mind-controlled conscripts or voluntary converts.  


==Fiction==
==Fiction==
===Ask Vector Prime===
===Ask Vector Prime===
With the success of the [[Autobot]]s' [[S.T.A.R.S.]] program, the [[Decepticon]]s of [[Primax 185.0 Beta]] responded with their own Decepto-Packs, enslaving humans to augment their capabilities and help them conquer the planet. [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] eventually provoked a nuclear strike that provided him the [[energon]] necessary to have his slaves build [[Zod]] drones, which he unleashed across the universe, conquering many systems. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 4/6/2015}}
With the success of the [[Autobot]]s' [[S.T.A.R.S.]] program, the [[Decepticon]]s of [[Primax 185.0 Beta]] responded with their own Decepto-Packs, enslaving humans to augment their capabilities and help them conquer the planet. [[Galvatron (G1)|Galvatron]] eventually provoked a [[Nuclear weapon|nuclear strike]] that provided him the [[energon]] necessary to have his slaves build [[Zod]] drones, which he unleashed across the universe, conquering many systems. {{storylink|Ask Vector Prime#Facebook|Ask Vector Prime, 2015/06/04}}
 
==Merchandise==
===''The Transformers''===
[[File:Deceptopack.jpg|180px|thumb|Draco Malfoy joins the Decepticon army.]]
*'''Decepto-Pack''' (Dress Up Set, [[1985]])


==Toys==
:The Decepto-Pack was a plastic dress up set for children released by [[HG Toys]] in 1985. The set comprises an adjustable helmet, a shield, wrist cuffs, belt, and a battery-operated laser pistol. All of the component parts can combine into a wearable backpack-like form, making it the first official ''Transformers'' costume to transform in some way.
===Generation 1===
[[Image:Deceptopack.jpg|left|180px|thumb|Draco Malfoy joins the Decepticon army.]]
The Decepto-Pack was sold by HG Toys in 1985. It is the only actual transforming ''Transformers'' "costume" marketed to the public. Why they chose the Decepticons over the Autobots is unknown, except perhaps that bad guys are just cooler.  


'''Packaging variant''': The Decepto-Pack was sold featuring either a cheerful blond boy in a yellow shirt, or a sullen brown-haired boy in an orange shirt. The boxart differed completely between variants. Presumably the brown-haired version came later, since it matches the live model.
:The Decepto-Pack was sold featuring either a cheerful blond boy in a yellow shirt, or a sullen brown-haired boy in an orange shirt. The box art differed completely between variants. Presumably, the brown-haired version came later, since it matches the live model.


[[Category:Generation 1 Decepticons]]
[[Category:Generation 1 technology]]
[[Category:Merchandise]]
[[Category:Merchandise]]

Latest revision as of 19:06, 23 February 2022

Decepticon sympathizer. Disaffected youth, possibly emo.

The Decepto-Pack is a backpack designed to be worn by humans. Upon activation it transforms into a full set of Decepticon combat armor for the wearer. All pieces of the armor are visibly marked with the Decepticon symbol. The shield also bears the likeness of an unknown Decepticon warrior.

Fiction

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Ask Vector Prime

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With the success of the Autobots' S.T.A.R.S. program, the Decepticons of Primax 185.0 Beta responded with their own Decepto-Packs, enslaving humans to augment their capabilities and help them conquer the planet. Galvatron eventually provoked a nuclear strike that provided him the energon necessary to have his slaves build Zod drones, which he unleashed across the universe, conquering many systems. Ask Vector Prime, 2015/06/04

Merchandise

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The Transformers

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Draco Malfoy joins the Decepticon army.
  • Decepto-Pack (Dress Up Set, 1985)
The Decepto-Pack was a plastic dress up set for children released by HG Toys in 1985. The set comprises an adjustable helmet, a shield, wrist cuffs, belt, and a battery-operated laser pistol. All of the component parts can combine into a wearable backpack-like form, making it the first official Transformers costume to transform in some way.
The Decepto-Pack was sold featuring either a cheerful blond boy in a yellow shirt, or a sullen brown-haired boy in an orange shirt. The box art differed completely between variants. Presumably, the brown-haired version came later, since it matches the live model.