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:''Sunstorm is honored to be a [[Decepticon]] from the mesmerizing [[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Animated]] [[continuity family]]''.
:''Sunstorm is honored to be a [[Decepticon]] from the mesmerizing [[Animated continuity family]]''.


[[Image:SycophantStarscreamABTCpt1.jpg|thumb|right|250px|"You are a slimy, despicable, rat-hearted, green discharge of a 'Con, aren't you?"]]
[[File:SycophantStarscreamCubehead.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.4|"You are a slimy, despicable, rat-hearted, green discharge of a 'Con, aren't you?"]]


'''Sunstorm''', the '''Sycophant Starscream''', is but a humble type of [[Starscream clone (Animated)|clone]], based on the [[Starscream (Animated)|original and most brilliant Starscream]], as well as his flattering, "suck-up" nature incarnate. He will offer his fawning platitudes to anyone within eyesight. All he asks is to offer his meager energy-absorption powers in the services of that amazing genius, Starscream, and he can also beg to please you by blinding your enemies with flashes of brilliant light. Needless to say, that amazing genius Starscream likes him a lot.
'''Sunstorm''', the '''Sycophant Starscream''', is but a humble type of [[Starscream clone (Animated)|clone]], based on the [[Starscream (Animated)|original and most brilliant Starscream]], as well as his flattering, "suck-up" nature incarnate. He will offer his fawning platitudes to anyone within eyesight. All he asks is to offer his meager energy-absorption powers in the services of that amazing genius, Starscream, and he can also beg to please you by blinding your enemies with flashes of brilliant light. Needless to say, that amazing genius Starscream likes him a lot.


Though he would never compare his abilities to [[Skywarp (Animated)|other clones]], this overriding personality trait does not seem to affect his performance as a warrior too badly. He just heaps praise on his deserving victims for their efforts, even when he's somehow winning. He does, however, have a knack for talking when he should be shooting.
Though he would never compare his abilities to [[Skywarp (Animated)|other clones]], this overriding personality trait does not seem to affect his performance as a warrior too badly. He just heaps praise on his deserving victims for their efforts, even when he's somehow winning. He does, however, have a knack for talking when he should be shooting.
Of course, he's not nearly as awesome as [[you]], wonderful article reader. ''You're so cool!'' Especially that brilliant, vastly intelligent, handsome, chaismatic, writer Simon Furman! he's just slagging awesome!
Of course, he's not nearly as awesome as [[you]], wonderful article reader. ''You're so cool!''


{{quote|Oh, great and mighty [[Autobot]]! It is an honor to merely bask in your majestic pre-''daaagh!''|—The Sycophant tries his shtick on an unimpressed [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]], "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"}}
{{quote|Oh, great and mighty [[Autobot]]! It is an honor to merely bask in your majestic pre-''daaagh!''|—The Sycophant tries his shtick on an unimpressed [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]], "[[A Bridge Too Close, Part II]]"}}


==Fiction==
{{TOCclear}}
===''Animated'' cartoon===
==Wonderful fiction==
:''Superbly talented voice actor:'' [[Tom Kenny]] (English), [[Jin Yamanoi]] (Japanese), [[Stefan Staudinger]] (German), [[Daniele Demma]] (Italian), [[Alexis Quiroz]] (Latin American Spanish)
===The excellent ''Animated'' cartoon===
{{voiceactor|The amazing [[Tom Kenny]] (English), [[Jin Yamanoi]]-sama (Japanese)|[[Alexander Kovrizhnykh]] (Russian), Der wunderbar [[Stefan Staudinger]] (German), Don [[Daniele Demma]] (Italian), El muy talentoso [[Alexis Quiroz]] (Latin-American Spanish, seasons 1 and 2), El muy talentoso [[Leonardo Salas]] (Latin-American Spanish, season 3), [[Kari Tamminen]] (Finnish), L'incroyable [[Sylvain Lemarié]] (French), O incrível [[Ricardo Sawaya]] (Portuguese, seasons 1 and 2), O espetacular [[Armando Tiraboschi]] (Portuguese, season 3), [[Lee Sang-heon]] (Korean)}}


[[Image:SycophantStarscreamCloseUp.jpg|thumb|left|200px|My own wiki article? Oh, I am so humbled.]]
[[File:SycophantStarscreamCloseUp.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|My own wiki article? Oh, I am so humbled.]]
Sunstorm humbly succeeded the fabulous [[Clone number 2716057|Clone #2716057]] in Starscream's clone army. His suck-up nature was even more prominent, as he basically kissed the aft of everyone he came in contact with. {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part I}}


Sunstorm humbly succeeded the fabulous [[Clone number 2716057|Clone #2716057]] in Starscream's clone army. His suck-up nature was even more prominent, as he basically kissed the aft of everyone he came in contact with. {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part I}}
During the space bridge battle, Sunstorm freed the briefly captured but still majestic [[Ramjet (Animated)|Ramjet]] and just barely managed to get a pair of [[stasis cuffs]] on handsome [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]]. He made sure to tell the Autobot how ''impressed'' he was with Prowl's use of the cuffs, so much so that he had to try the move out himself. He quickly capitulated to the vastly superior Megatron as soon as the tenacious Starscream was beheaded, and even sucked up to mighty [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]]... before getting smashed into the dirt and blasted for it. What an honor! {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part II}}


During the space bridge battle, Sunstorm freed the briefly captured but still majestic [[Ramjet (Animated)|Ramjet]] and just barely managed to get a pair of [[stasis cuffs]] on handsome [[Prowl (Animated)|Prowl]]. He made sure to tell the Autobot how ''impressed'' he was with Prowl's use of the cuffs, so much so that he had to try the move out himself.
[[File:Sycophantscream-ABTF.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|All you caption writers are so awesome.]]
When the superbly idiotic [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel Prime]] made a deal with the great [[Lockdown (Animated)|Lockdown]] to capture the other Decepticons that remained on Earth in exchange for probably some fantastic upgrades, Sunstorm was among those captured though Sentinel received the credit for it. Sunstorm was eager to tell the Autobots about how fantastic his capture was, but Sentinel cut him off by clamping his mouth shut. {{storylink|Five Servos of Doom|Five Servos of Doom}} Along with the other captured Decepticons, Sunstorm had the honor of being transported back to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]]. {{storylink|Predacons Rising (Animated)|Predacons Rising}}


[[Image:Sycophantscream-ABTF.jpg|thumb|200px|All you caption writers are so awesome.]]
[[File:TFAni Decepticon Air BoxScream ConeScream.jpg|thumb|left|That Swindle certainly has excellent taste!]]
Due to Sentinel's wonderful navigation skills, a jolt from a passing energy field reactivated [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]], who most generously proceeded to free Sunstorm and the other Decepticons. He joined in the battle against Sentinel, the newly arrived [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]], and the ace fliers [[Jetfire (Animated)|Jetfire]] and [[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]], before the Autobots trapped him and the remaining Decepticons in a block of ice. How clever!


He quickly capitulated to the vastly superior Megatron as soon as the tenacious Starscream was beheaded, and even sucked up to mighty [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]]... before getting smashed into the dirt and blasted for it. What an honor!   {{storylink|A Bridge Too Close, Part II}}
During the process, Swindle gave him a [[Sunstorm (G1)|familiar-looking]] helmet to help distinguish him from Ramjet. Such generosity! {{storylink|Decepticon Air}}
 
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When the [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|superbly idiotic Sentinel Prime]] made a deal with the [[Lockdown (Animated)|great Lockdown]] to capture the other Decepticons that remained on Earth in exchange for probably some fantastic upgrades, Sunstorm was one of the first three he captured, though Sentinel received the credit for it. Sunstorm was eager to tell the Autobots about how fantastic his capture was, but Sentinel Prime cut him off by clamping his mouth shut. {{storylink|Five Servos of Doom|Five Servos of Doom}}
 
[[Image:TFAni Decepticon Air BoxScream ConeScream.jpg|thumb|left|That Swindle certainly has excellent taste!]]Due to Sentinel's wonderful navigation skills, a jolt from a passing energy field reactivated [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]], who most generously proceeded to free Sunstorm and the other Decepticons. He joined in the battle against Sentinel, the newly-arrived [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]], and the ace fliers [[Jetfire (Animated)|Jetfire]] and [[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]], before the Autobots trapped him and the remaining Decepticons in a block of ice. How clever!


During the process, Swindle gave him a [[Sunstorm (G1)|familiar-looking]] helmet to help distinguish him from the Liar.  Such generosity! {{storylink|Decepticon Air}}
===''The Cool'' comic (appropriately named)===
{{-}}
[[File:StarscreamCloneArmyAttack01.jpg|thumb|right|upright=1.1|A most appropriately named comic, if I must say so!]]


===''The Cool'' comic===
Sunstorm joined the rest of his talented cohorts in the [[Starscream clone (Animated)|Clone Army]] in battling their worthy adversaries, [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] for the magnificent Decepticon [[space bridge]]. In fact, their adversaries were ''so'' worthy, the two sworn enemies had to join forces just to defend themselves from the Clone Army! {{storylink|The Cool Episode 7}}


[[Image:StarscreamCloneArmyAttack01.jpg|thumb|right|200px|]]
When the better man, Megatron, handily defeated the clones, Sunstorm immediately agreed to follow his command to battle that more than worthy adversary, [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]]. Sunstorm and the clones were quickly vanquished by Omega's fabulous arm cannon. {{storylink|The Cool Episode 8}}


Sunstorm joined the rest of his talented cohorts in the [[Starscream clone (Animated)|Clone Army]] in battling their worthy adversaries, [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] and [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus Prime]] for the magnificent Decepticon [[Space Bridge]]. In fact, their adversaries were ''so'' worthy, the two sworn enemies had to join forces just to defend themselves from the Clone Army! {{storylink|The Cool issue 7|The Cool #7}}
===Splendid toy bio===
 
When the better man, Megatron, handily defeated the clones, Sunstorm immediately agreed to follow his command to battle that more than worthy adversary, [[Omega Supreme]].  Sunstorm and the clones were quickly vanquished by Omega's fabulous arm cannon.{{storylink|The Cool issue 8|The Cool #8}}
{{-}}
 
===Toy bio===
Sunstorm is a raving madman bent on destruction, a living battery that can absorb any type of energy. ([[Sunstorm (G1)|Wait a minute...]]) Only honorable Autobot [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]] has the knowledge to build a device that can stop him! {{storylink|#Toys|Sunstorm VS Autobot Ratchet}}
Sunstorm is a raving madman bent on destruction, a living battery that can absorb any type of energy. ([[Sunstorm (G1)|Wait a minute...]]) Only honorable Autobot [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]] has the knowledge to build a device that can stop him! {{storylink|#Toys|Sunstorm VS Autobot Ratchet}}
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==Toys==
==Fantastic toys==
===Animated===
===''Animated''===
[[Image:Sunstormratchetanimatedtoys.jpg|300px|thumb|right|What a flattering color choice was chosen for me, if I may say so.]]
[[File:Ani-toy Sunstorm VoyH.jpg|upright=1.67|thumb|right|What a flattering color choice was chosen for me, if I may say so.]]
*'''Sunstorm VS Autobot Ratchet''' (multipack, 2009)
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-a1d1|'''Sunstorm VS Autobot Ratchet''' (Multi-pack, 2009)}}</ul>
**''Accessories'': 2 missiles
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles
{{toydesigner|[[Joe Kyde|the illustrious Joseph Kyde]] (a supremely talented deco artist)}}


: A Target [[exclusive]] [[redeco]] of [[Starscream (Animated)|Voyager-class Starscream]], Sunstorm transforms into a futuristic, forward-swept wing fighter jet based upon the [http://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/s37/ Su-47 (S-37) Berkut Experimental Fighter] and the [http://www.new-un-spacy.com/macrossplus/yf-19.htm YF-19 "Alpha One"] from the series ''[[Wikipedia:Macross_Plus|Macross Plus]].'' This shape allows him to have his faction symbols right-side-up on his wings in robot mode. He features a pair of spring-loaded missile launchers, available in both robot and jet modes. His gauntlets also feature pop-out non-firing "blasters".
: A [[Target]]-[[exclusive]] [[redeco]] of the amazing [[Starscream (Animated)#Voyager Class|Voyager-class Starscream]], Sunstorm transforms into a futuristic, forward-swept wing fighter jet based upon the beautiful [http://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/s37/ Su-47 (S-37) Berkut Experimental Fighter] and the magnificent [http://macross2.net/m3/macrossplus/yf-19.htm YF-19 "Alpha One"] from the series ''{{w|Macross Plus}}.'' This shape allows him to have his faction symbols right-side-up on his wings in [[robot mode]]; a smart design, indeed. He features a pair of spring-loaded missile launchers, available in both robot and [[alternate mode|jet mode]]s. His gauntlets also feature pop-out non-firing "blasters", deployed by pushing the missiles launchers towards his wrists.


: This mold was also used to make [[Skywarp (Animated)|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (Animated)|Thundercracker]].
: For a brilliant piece of [[show-accuracy]] and engineering, one could mistransform his arms and leave them out to the side in vehicle mode so that his blasters sit underneath the wings, although this would result in his arms and hands being exposed, then again, having your arms more easily accessible during vehicle mode combat might be a very wise and excellent suggestion.


: Sunstorm comes with wise [[Activators]] [[Ratchet (Animated)|Ratchet]], who appears to be identical to his individual release.
: This mold was also used to make [[Skywarp (Animated)#Toys|Skywarp]] and [[Thundercracker (Animated)#Voyager|Thundercracker]], but the latter was canceled, which was probably a wise financial decision.
 
: Sunstorm comes with wise [[Activators]] [[Ratchet (Animated)#Activator|Ratchet]], who appears to be identical to his individual release.


::* ''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/Sunstorm/sunstorm.htm More information on Sunstorm at TFU.info]''
::* ''[http://www.tfu.info/2009/Decepticon/Sunstorm/sunstorm.htm More information on Sunstorm at TFU.info]''


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*'''Decepticon Sunstorm''' (Voyager, 2010)
[[File:TF-Animated-TA35-Sunstorm.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|Chrome paint? For me? Why thank you, amazing people at Takara!]]
**''Japanese ID number:'' '''TA-35'''
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Decepticon Sunstorm''' (Voyager, 2010)}}</ul>
**''Accessories'': 2 missiles
:*''ID number:'' '''TA-35'''
:*''Release date'': [[August 28]], 2010
:*''Accessories'': 2 missiles


: In Japan, Sunstorm was available on his own. Like all Japanese ''Animated'' toys, he features some metallic chrome detail and full-color Decepticon insignias. Sunstorm's chrome consists of shiny gold paint on his canopy and wings.
: In Japan, Sunstorm was available all on his own, released in the seventh wave of TakaraTomy's brilliant [[Transformers Animated (toyline)#TakaraTomy Animated toyline|''Animated'' toyline]]. Like most Japanese ''Animated'' toys, he features some well-decorated metallic chrome detail and full-color Decepticon insignias. Sunstorm's chrome consists of shiny gold paint on his canopy and wings, and metallic red in places of the matte of the Hasbro version.


{{-}}{{anchor|ClearActivator}}
{{-}}{{anchor|ClearEZCollection}}
[[Image:AnimatedLegendsSunstormClearOrange.jpg|thumb|300px| Ooh! Making me orange-flavored was an exquisite decision! I'm delicious!]]
[[File:AnimatedLegendsSunstormClearOrange.jpg|thumb|upright=1.67| Ooh! Making me orange-flavored was an exquisite decision! I'm delicious!]]
*'''Sunstorm Clear Orange Version''' (EZ Collection, 2010)
<ul class="iconlist">{{Bp-d1|'''Sunstorm Clear Orange Version''' (EZ Collection, 2010)}}</ul>
:*''Release date'': [[July 24]], 2010


: A redeco of Legends Starscream in translucent orange plastic (with some opaque orange parts). He was available from select Yamada Electronics stores in Japan, given away for free to customers who purchased ''Animated'' merchandise totaling at least 3,000 yen... '''or''' he was available from Amazon Japan with the purchase of ''Animated'' [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]]. The promotion for him began at both stores on [[July 24]].
: ''[[EZ Collection]]'' Sunstorm, in a size perfect for just about anyone, is a redeco of [[Starscream (Animated)#Legends Class|Legends Starscream]] in translucent orange plastic, with opaque orange nylon parts, a smart move to prevent your toy from breaking!


:This mold was also used to make Starscream Clear Purple Version, [[Thundercracker (Animated)|Thundercracker]] Clear Blue Version, [[Skywarp (Animated)|Skywarp]] Clear Purple Version, [[Ramjet (Animated)|Ramjet]] Clear White Version, and [[Starscream Clone Black Version]]
: He was available from select Yamada Electronics stores in Japan, given away for free to customers who purchased ''Animated'' merchandise totaling at least 3,000 yen... '''or''' he was available from Amazon Japan with the purchase of ''Animated'' [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)#Toys|Ultra Magnus]]. The promotion for him began at both stores on [[July 24]].
{{--}}
 
: This mold was also used to make [[Starscream (Animated)#ClearPurple|Starscream Clear Purple Version]], [[Ramjet (Animated)#Toys|Ramjet Clear White Version]], [[Skywarp (Animated)#ClearEZCollection|Skywarp Clear Purple Version]], [[Thundercracker (Animated)#ClearEZCollection|Thundercracker Clear Blue Version]], and [[Starscream Clone Black Version]]. Whew, what an impressive number!
{{-}}


==Notes==
==Most useful and interesting notes==
* Though the beautiful [[Slipstream (Animated)|Slipstream]] refers to him as "a suck-up", according to fantastic character designer [[Derrick J. Wyatt|Derrick Wyatt]], his official model-sheet name is "Sycophant Starscream".
* Though the beautiful [[Slipstream (Animated)|Slipstream]] refers to him as "a suck-up", according to fantastic character designer [[Derrick J. Wyatt|Derrick Wyatt]], his official model-sheet name is "Sycophant Starscream".


*[[Clone number 2716057|A previous sycophantic clone]] did not last as long as the humble Sunstorm. Such a pity!
*[[Clone number 2716057|A previous sycophantic clone]] did not last as long as the humble Sunstorm. Such a pity!


* Sunstorm's set of colors are generously provided by the devout and formidable [[Generation 1 (franchise)|Generation 1]] Sunstorm, from whom he also gets his name and every single aspect of his toy bio, brilliantly omitting every single sycophantic aspect of his personality.
* In "[[Decepticon Air]]", Sunstorm receives a boxy helmet reminiscent of a Generation 1 [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]], so selflessly donated by that cunning, shrewd devil of a business-bot, [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]].


* In "[[Decepticon Air]]", Sunstorm receives a boxy helmet reminiscent of a Generation 1 [[Seeker (body-type)|Seeker]], so selflessly donated by that cunning, shrewd haggler of a business-bot, [[Swindle (Animated)|Swindle]].
===Beautiful names in foreign languages===
 
===Foreign names===
*''Japanese:'' '''Sunstorm''' (サンストーム ''Sansutōmu'')
*''Japanese:'' '''Sunstorm''' (サンストーム ''Sansutōmu'')
 
*''Mandarin:'' '''Tàiyángfēng''' (太阳风, "Solar Wind")


[[Category:Starscream clones]]
[[Category:Starscream clones]]
[[Category:Target exclusives]]
[[Category:Target exclusives]]

Latest revision as of 23:06, 27 December 2025

The name or term Sunstorm refers to more than one character or idea, all of which are honorable and excellent. For a list of other meanings, feel free to see Sunstorm (disambiguation).
Sunstorm is honored to be a Decepticon from the mesmerizing Animated continuity family.
"You are a slimy, despicable, rat-hearted, green discharge of a 'Con, aren't you?"

Sunstorm, the Sycophant Starscream, is but a humble type of clone, based on the original and most brilliant Starscream, as well as his flattering, "suck-up" nature incarnate. He will offer his fawning platitudes to anyone within eyesight. All he asks is to offer his meager energy-absorption powers in the services of that amazing genius, Starscream, and he can also beg to please you by blinding your enemies with flashes of brilliant light. Needless to say, that amazing genius Starscream likes him a lot.

Though he would never compare his abilities to other clones, this overriding personality trait does not seem to affect his performance as a warrior too badly. He just heaps praise on his deserving victims for their efforts, even when he's somehow winning. He does, however, have a knack for talking when he should be shooting. Of course, he's not nearly as awesome as you, wonderful article reader. You're so cool!

Oh, great and mighty Autobot! It is an honor to merely bask in your majestic pre-daaagh!—The Sycophant tries his shtick on an unimpressed Omega Supreme, "A Bridge Too Close, Part II"

Wonderful fiction

[edit]

The excellent Animated cartoon

[edit]
Voice actor: The amazing Tom Kenny (English), Jin Yamanoi-sama (Japanese), Alexander Kovrizhnykh (Russian), Der wunderbar Stefan Staudinger (German), Don Daniele Demma (Italian), El muy talentoso Alexis Quiroz (Latin-American Spanish, seasons 1 and 2), El muy talentoso Leonardo Salas (Latin-American Spanish, season 3), Kari Tamminen (Finnish), L'incroyable Sylvain Lemarié (French), O incrível Ricardo Sawaya (Portuguese, seasons 1 and 2), O espetacular Armando Tiraboschi (Portuguese, season 3), Lee Sang-heon (Korean)
My own wiki article? Oh, I am so humbled.

Sunstorm humbly succeeded the fabulous Clone #2716057 in Starscream's clone army. His suck-up nature was even more prominent, as he basically kissed the aft of everyone he came in contact with. A Bridge Too Close, Part I

During the space bridge battle, Sunstorm freed the briefly captured but still majestic Ramjet and just barely managed to get a pair of stasis cuffs on handsome Prowl. He made sure to tell the Autobot how impressed he was with Prowl's use of the cuffs, so much so that he had to try the move out himself. He quickly capitulated to the vastly superior Megatron as soon as the tenacious Starscream was beheaded, and even sucked up to mighty Omega Supreme... before getting smashed into the dirt and blasted for it. What an honor! A Bridge Too Close, Part II

All you caption writers are so awesome.

When the superbly idiotic Sentinel Prime made a deal with the great Lockdown to capture the other Decepticons that remained on Earth in exchange for probably some fantastic upgrades, Sunstorm was among those captured though Sentinel received the credit for it. Sunstorm was eager to tell the Autobots about how fantastic his capture was, but Sentinel cut him off by clamping his mouth shut. Five Servos of Doom Along with the other captured Decepticons, Sunstorm had the honor of being transported back to Cybertron. Predacons Rising

That Swindle certainly has excellent taste!

Due to Sentinel's wonderful navigation skills, a jolt from a passing energy field reactivated Swindle, who most generously proceeded to free Sunstorm and the other Decepticons. He joined in the battle against Sentinel, the newly arrived Optimus Prime, and the ace fliers Jetfire and Jetstorm, before the Autobots trapped him and the remaining Decepticons in a block of ice. How clever!

During the process, Swindle gave him a familiar-looking helmet to help distinguish him from Ramjet. Such generosity! Decepticon Air

The Cool comic (appropriately named)

[edit]
A most appropriately named comic, if I must say so!

Sunstorm joined the rest of his talented cohorts in the Clone Army in battling their worthy adversaries, Megatron and Optimus Prime for the magnificent Decepticon space bridge. In fact, their adversaries were so worthy, the two sworn enemies had to join forces just to defend themselves from the Clone Army! The Cool Episode 7

When the better man, Megatron, handily defeated the clones, Sunstorm immediately agreed to follow his command to battle that more than worthy adversary, Omega Supreme. Sunstorm and the clones were quickly vanquished by Omega's fabulous arm cannon. The Cool Episode 8

Splendid toy bio

[edit]

Sunstorm is a raving madman bent on destruction, a living battery that can absorb any type of energy. (Wait a minute...) Only honorable Autobot Ratchet has the knowledge to build a device that can stop him! Sunstorm VS Autobot Ratchet

Fantastic toys

[edit]

Animated

[edit]
What a flattering color choice was chosen for me, if I may say so.
  • Sunstorm VS Autobot Ratchet (Multi-pack, 2009)
A Target-exclusive redeco of the amazing Voyager-class Starscream, Sunstorm transforms into a futuristic, forward-swept wing fighter jet based upon the beautiful Su-47 (S-37) Berkut Experimental Fighter and the magnificent YF-19 "Alpha One" from the series Macross Plus. This shape allows him to have his faction symbols right-side-up on his wings in robot mode; a smart design, indeed. He features a pair of spring-loaded missile launchers, available in both robot and jet modes. His gauntlets also feature pop-out non-firing "blasters", deployed by pushing the missiles launchers towards his wrists.
For a brilliant piece of show-accuracy and engineering, one could mistransform his arms and leave them out to the side in vehicle mode so that his blasters sit underneath the wings, although this would result in his arms and hands being exposed, then again, having your arms more easily accessible during vehicle mode combat might be a very wise and excellent suggestion.
This mold was also used to make Skywarp and Thundercracker, but the latter was canceled, which was probably a wise financial decision.
Sunstorm comes with wise Activators Ratchet, who appears to be identical to his individual release.


Chrome paint? For me? Why thank you, amazing people at Takara!
  • Decepticon Sunstorm (Voyager, 2010)
  • ID number: TA-35
  • Release date: August 28, 2010
  • Accessories: 2 missiles
In Japan, Sunstorm was available all on his own, released in the seventh wave of TakaraTomy's brilliant Animated toyline. Like most Japanese Animated toys, he features some well-decorated metallic chrome detail and full-color Decepticon insignias. Sunstorm's chrome consists of shiny gold paint on his canopy and wings, and metallic red in places of the matte of the Hasbro version.


Ooh! Making me orange-flavored was an exquisite decision! I'm delicious!
  • Sunstorm Clear Orange Version (EZ Collection, 2010)
EZ Collection Sunstorm, in a size perfect for just about anyone, is a redeco of Legends Starscream in translucent orange plastic, with opaque orange nylon parts, a smart move to prevent your toy from breaking!
He was available from select Yamada Electronics stores in Japan, given away for free to customers who purchased Animated merchandise totaling at least 3,000 yen... or he was available from Amazon Japan with the purchase of Animated Ultra Magnus. The promotion for him began at both stores on July 24.
This mold was also used to make Starscream Clear Purple Version, Ramjet Clear White Version, Skywarp Clear Purple Version, Thundercracker Clear Blue Version, and Starscream Clone Black Version. Whew, what an impressive number!


Most useful and interesting notes

[edit]
  • Though the beautiful Slipstream refers to him as "a suck-up", according to fantastic character designer Derrick Wyatt, his official model-sheet name is "Sycophant Starscream".
  • In "Decepticon Air", Sunstorm receives a boxy helmet reminiscent of a Generation 1 Seeker, so selflessly donated by that cunning, shrewd devil of a business-bot, Swindle.

Beautiful names in foreign languages

[edit]
  • Japanese: Sunstorm (サンストーム Sansutōmu)
  • Mandarin: Tàiyángfēng (太阳风, "Solar Wind")
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