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A '''gyro gun''' is a type of blaster, used by [[Swindle (disambiguation)|Swindle]]s of [[Swindle (G1)|various]] [[Swindle (Animated)|universes]]. It is not as large as his [[ | A '''gyro gun''' (or '''gyro-gun''') is a type of blaster, used by [[Swindle (disambiguation)|Swindle]]s of [[Swindle (G1)|various]] [[Swindle (Animated)|universes]]. It is not as large as his [[scatter blaster]], but it DOES allow him to disrupt the balance center of any Transformer, destabilizing their equilibrium long enough for him to make a clean getaway. [[Snapdragon (G1)|Snapdragon]] also carries a pair of gyro-guns which can discombobulate their targets by robbing them of their sense of balance. | ||
[[ | ==Fiction== | ||
===Marvel ''The Transformers'' comics=== | |||
Swindle was armed with a gyro-gun that disturbed the balance centers of [[Transformer]]s, severely hampering their ability to move around effectively. {{storylink|The Transformers Universe (Marvel)|Swindle's ''Universe'' profile}} In [[robot mode]] Snapdragon used a gyro-gun, which interfered with the balancing circuitry of any robot its beam hit. {{storylink|The Transformers Universe (Marvel)|Snapdragon's ''Universe'' profile}} | |||
===''Swamp of the Scorpion''=== | ===''Swamp of the Scorpion''=== | ||
While guarding the mighty fortress [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], Snapdragon used his gyro-guns to ward off any trespassers. In one possible scenario, a well-placed blast caused [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] to fire his weapons wildly about before the Autobot collapsed to the ground. The effect lasted quite some time, leaving Highbrow unable to defend himself without [[you]]r help. In one possible situation that followed, a shot fired from your [[laser cannon]] threw Snapdragon off-balance, causing him to hit Scorponok with his gyro-gun. The giant robot lost his balance, and fell onto Skullcruncher, taking him out of the fight. {{storylink|Swamp of the Scorpion}} | While guarding the mighty fortress [[Scorponok (G1)|Scorponok]], Snapdragon used his gyro-guns to ward off any trespassers. In one possible scenario, a well-placed blast caused [[Highbrow (G1)|Highbrow]] to fire his weapons wildly about before the Autobot collapsed to the ground. The effect lasted quite some time, leaving Highbrow unable to defend himself without [[you]]r help. In one possible situation that followed, a shot fired from your [[laser cannon]] threw Snapdragon off-balance, causing him to hit Scorponok with his gyro-gun. The giant robot lost his balance, and fell onto Skullcruncher, taking him out of the fight. {{storylink|Swamp of the Scorpion}} | ||
===Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity=== | |||
In [[Alternate mode|jet mode]], Snapdragon was armed with gyro-guns that negated their targets' balance centers. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|Snapdragon's ''More than Meets the Eye'' profile}} In both modes, Swindle used a small gyro gun that disrupted its targets' balance. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|Swindle's ''More than Meets the Eye'' profile}} | |||
===''Wings Universe''=== | ===''Wings Universe''=== | ||
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==Toys== | ==Toys== | ||
=== | ===''The Transformers''=== | ||
[[File:G1-toy Swindle.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb]] | [[File:G1-toy Swindle.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb]] | ||
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Swindle''' (Combaticon, [[1986]], [[1987]], [[1991]], [[2008]])}}</ul> | |||
:*''Accessories'': [[scatter blaster]], gyro gun, decal sheet | |||
:''[[The Transformers (toyline)|The Transformers]]'' [[Swindle (G1)#Generation 1|Swindle]] came packaged with both his scatter blaster and his gyro gun, as identified in both his [[instructions]] and [[packaging]] [[bio]]. | |||
:Swindle came packaged with both his scatter blaster and his gyro gun. | |||
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Swindle/swindle.htm More information on Swindle at TFU.info]'' | ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1986/Decepticon/Swindle/swindle.htm More information on Swindle at TFU.info]'' | ||
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[[File:G1toy Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb]] | [[File:G1toy Snapdragon.jpg|upright=1.6|thumb]] | ||
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Snapdragon with Krunk''' ([[1987]])}}</ul> | |||
:*''Accessories'': 2 gyro-guns, left & right tailfins, Krunk [[Headmaster (technology)|Headmaster]] partner | |||
:Snapdragon came packaged with two balance-destroying gyro-guns which he could hold in robot mode, and which could be mounted on both of his alternate modes. | :[[Snapdragon (G1)#Generation 1|Snapdragon]] came packaged with two balance-destroying gyro-guns which he could hold in robot mode, and which could be mounted on both of his alternate modes, again as identified in both his instructions and packaging bio. | ||
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1987/Decepticon/Snapdragon/snapdragon.htm More information on Snapdragon at TFU.info]'' | |||
{{-}} | {{-}} | ||
===Generation 2=== | ===''Generation 2''=== | ||
[[File:G2-toy Swindle.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb]] | [[File:G2-toy Swindle.jpg|upright=1.5|thumb]] | ||
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d2|'''Swindle''' ([[1994]])}}</ul> | |||
:*''Accessories'': scatter blaster, gyro gun | |||
:For the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'' toyline]], [[Swindle (G1)#Generation 2|Swindle]] got a new paint job, but kept his old artillery, once more as identified in both his instructions and packaging bio. | |||
:For the [[Transformers: Generation 2 (toyline)|''Generation 2'' toyline]], Swindle got a new paint job, but kept his old artillery. | |||
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1994/Decepticon/Swindle/swindle.htm More information on ''Generation 2'' Swindle at TFU.info]'' | ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/1994/Decepticon/Swindle/swindle.htm More information on ''Generation 2'' Swindle at TFU.info]'' | ||
{{--}} | |||
==See also== | |||
*[[Gyro-blaster rifle]] | |||
[[Category:Animated weapons]] | [[Category:Animated weapons]] | ||
Latest revision as of 19:32, 9 March 2024
A gyro gun (or gyro-gun) is a type of blaster, used by Swindles of various universes. It is not as large as his scatter blaster, but it DOES allow him to disrupt the balance center of any Transformer, destabilizing their equilibrium long enough for him to make a clean getaway. Snapdragon also carries a pair of gyro-guns which can discombobulate their targets by robbing them of their sense of balance.
Fiction
[edit]Marvel The Transformers comics
[edit]Swindle was armed with a gyro-gun that disturbed the balance centers of Transformers, severely hampering their ability to move around effectively. Swindle's Universe profile In robot mode Snapdragon used a gyro-gun, which interfered with the balancing circuitry of any robot its beam hit. Snapdragon's Universe profile
Swamp of the Scorpion
[edit]While guarding the mighty fortress Scorponok, Snapdragon used his gyro-guns to ward off any trespassers. In one possible scenario, a well-placed blast caused Highbrow to fire his weapons wildly about before the Autobot collapsed to the ground. The effect lasted quite some time, leaving Highbrow unable to defend himself without your help. In one possible situation that followed, a shot fired from your laser cannon threw Snapdragon off-balance, causing him to hit Scorponok with his gyro-gun. The giant robot lost his balance, and fell onto Skullcruncher, taking him out of the fight. Swamp of the Scorpion
Dreamwave Generation One continuity
[edit]In jet mode, Snapdragon was armed with gyro-guns that negated their targets' balance centers. Snapdragon's More than Meets the Eye profile In both modes, Swindle used a small gyro gun that disrupted its targets' balance. Swindle's More than Meets the Eye profile
Wings Universe
[edit]Swindle lent Lancer his Gyro-Gun while stationed at an archeological dig. Flames of Yesterday
Animated
[edit]
Toys
[edit]The Transformers
[edit]
- Accessories: scatter blaster, gyro gun, decal sheet
- The Transformers Swindle came packaged with both his scatter blaster and his gyro gun, as identified in both his instructions and packaging bio.
- Snapdragon with Krunk (1987)
- Accessories: 2 gyro-guns, left & right tailfins, Krunk Headmaster partner
- Snapdragon came packaged with two balance-destroying gyro-guns which he could hold in robot mode, and which could be mounted on both of his alternate modes, again as identified in both his instructions and packaging bio.
Generation 2
[edit]
- Swindle (1994)
- Accessories: scatter blaster, gyro gun
- For the Generation 2 toyline, Swindle got a new paint job, but kept his old artillery, once more as identified in both his instructions and packaging bio.
