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'''Magnus''' is | [[File:TF2023no29 ArceeAndUltra.jpg|thumb|upright=1.5|The choice of dealing with it is their prerogative.]] | ||
'''Magnus''' is a high rank in the [[Autobot]] army. A 'bot bearing the name usually commands a position of authority and respect, and often functions as an inspirational figurehead on the battlefield. | |||
The Magnus has to answer to the civilian government,<ref>[http://www.allspark.com/content/view/4966/20/ Allspark.com: Notes From Derrick Wyatt's Panel at TFCon 2009]</ref> but their ability to actually ''remove'' an incompetent or reckless Magnus is limited. | Sometimes, Magnus is the highest rank, conferring the title of [[Supreme Commander]] of the Autobot military, and the chairbotship of the [[Autobot High Council]]. It is added to the end of the Autobot's name, replacing their [[Prime (rank)|previous title]]; and they are given the [[Magnus Hammer]] as a symbol of office. The Magnus has to answer to the civilian government,<ref>[http://www.allspark.com/content/view/4966/20/ Allspark.com: Notes From Derrick Wyatt's Panel at TFCon 2009]</ref> but their ability to actually ''remove'' an incompetent or reckless Magnus is limited. | ||
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''2 billion [[stellar cycle]]s ago, [[Zeemon Magnus]] led the [[Guardian (Animated)|Guardians]], until he was ejected from rule by the [[Protecton]]s, a faction which evolved over time into the [[Protectobot (Animated)|Protectobot]]s.'' | ''2 billion [[Units of time|stellar cycle]]s ago, [[Zeemon Magnus]] led the [[Guardian (Animated)|Guardians]], until he was ejected from rule by the [[Protectobot (Animated)|Protecton]]s, a faction which evolved over time into the [[Protectobot (Animated)|Protectobot]]s.'' | ||
''1 billion stellar cycles ago, [[Nova Magnus]] had become leader of the Protectobots, and around this time the Third Cybertronian War began between the Protectobots and the [[Destron (Animated)|Destron]]s.'' | ''1 billion stellar cycles ago, [[Nova Magnus]] had become leader of the Protectobots, and around this time the Third Cybertronian War began between the Protectobots and the [[Destron (Animated)|Destron]]s.'' | ||
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''Over 30 million stellar cycles ago, [[Powered Convoy|P.C. Magnus]] was leader of the [[Autobot]]s, and he established the [[Elite Guard]] headquarters of [[Fortress Maximus (Animated)|Fortress Maximus]].'' | ''Over 30 million stellar cycles ago, [[Powered Convoy|P.C. Magnus]] was leader of the [[Autobot]]s, and he established the [[Elite Guard]] headquarters of [[Fortress Maximus (Animated)|Fortress Maximus]].'' | ||
''12 stellar cycles ago, amidst the uprisings of the [[Decepticon]] faction, [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]] became leader of the Autobots. His first act was to pass the [[Decepticon Registration Act]], and the planet plunged into the [[Great War (Animated)|Great War]].'' {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac II|The AllSpark Almanac II}} Ultra Magnus held the position for millions of stellar cycles, from the Great War onward, until an attack by [[Shockwave (Animated)|Shockwave]] left him on [[spark support]]. {{storylink|Where Is Thy Sting?}} As a result, [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel Prime]] was appointed acting Magnus. {{storylink|Decepticon Air}} | ''12 million stellar cycles ago, amidst the uprisings of the [[Decepticon]] faction, [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]] became leader of the Autobots. His first act was to pass the [[Decepticon Registration Act]], and the planet plunged into the [[Great War (Animated)|Great War]].'' {{storylink|Transformers Animated: The AllSpark Almanac II|The AllSpark Almanac II}} Ultra Magnus held the position for millions of stellar cycles, from the Great War onward, until an attack by [[Shockwave (Animated)|Shockwave]] left him on [[spark support]]. {{storylink|Where Is Thy Sting?}} As a result, [[Sentinel Prime (Animated)|Sentinel Prime]] was appointed acting Magnus. {{storylink|Decepticon Air}} | ||
The High Council became increasingly irritated with Sentinel Magnus' style of ruling, and when he wanted to fire on a hijacked [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]] they ordered him to wait for the council's decision. Sentinel fired anyway, almost destroying the planet. An angry [[ | The High Council became increasingly irritated with Sentinel Magnus' style of ruling, and when he wanted to fire on a hijacked [[Omega Supreme (Animated)|Omega Supreme]] they ordered him to wait for the council's decision. Sentinel fired anyway, almost destroying the planet. An angry [[Alpha Trion]] told Sentinel that if it was up to him alone, he wouldn't be Magnus any longer. {{storylink|This Is Why I Hate Machines}} | ||
After capturing [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] and his henchmen, [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus]] returned to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] to the cheers of the adoring crowds and in possession of the Magnus Hammer. {{storylink|Endgame, Part II}} He presumably passed the hammer back to Sentinel who remained the Magnus, going so far as to get himself a cape and a HUGE hat...jerk {{storylink|The Stunti-Con Job}} | After capturing [[Megatron (Animated)|Megatron]] and his henchmen, [[Optimus Prime (Animated)|Optimus]] returned to [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertron]] to the cheers of the adoring crowds and in possession of the Magnus Hammer. {{storylink|Endgame, Part II}} He presumably passed the hammer back to Sentinel who remained the Magnus, going so far as to get himself a cape and a HUGE hat... jerk. {{storylink|The Stunti-Con Job}} | ||
===''TransTech''=== | |||
In [[Malgus 1008.19 Gamma]], Zeemon Magnus was replaced as Magnus by the treacherous head of his bodyguard, [[Terragar Magnus|Terragar]]. Zeemon himself was exiled from time and space, winding up in [[Axiom Nexus]]. {{storylink|Rook - Axiom Nexus News: Investigative Journalist|Rook - Axiom Nexus News, 2016/02/07}} | |||
===Energon Universe=== | |||
A high rank in Autobot society, Magnus was ordinarily a position held for life, it being unusual for one to step down. In previous times of war, multiple Magnuses had served simultaneously. {{storylink|Transformers (2023) issue 28|Transformers #28}} | |||
After the battle in [[Chicago]], [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]], in light of his recent experiences, spoke to [[Arcee (G1)|Arcee]] about his intent to make her the next Magnus. {{storylink|Transformers (2023) issue 27|Transformers #27}} Not long after, he made her co-Magnus, bestowing on her the name Arcee Magnus. He explained to Optimus that, although Magnus is a title for life, this was for the better giving his psychological damage. He did add that he'd continue fulfilling the duties of a Magnus until Arcee had gained some experience in her new body and role. {{storylink|Transformers (2023) issue 28|Transformers #28}} | |||
==Notes== | |||
*The rank Magnus is derived from the name "Ultra Magnus", starting with the [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Generation 1 version]]. It is rather obvious that in this name, "Magnus" is the name, akin to "Optimus", and that "Ultra" is the qualifying component. This was corroborated when in 2022 the [[The Transformers: The Movie (first draft)|first draft of the movie script]] was released and before that there was the character [[Magnum]] in 2009. "Magnus" was first used as the rank portion of the name in 2007 when ''[[Transformers Animated (franchise)|Transformers Animated]]'' played it as such. This use of "Magnus" as being reusable has since gone on to influence such names as Ursa Magnus in 2012 and Delta Magnus in 2016. | |||
*The [[Latin language|Latin]] word "magnus" is the masculine form of "magna". This suggests some connection between the titles of Magnus and [[Magna]], but there is no fiction that delves into that. At most, both [[Ultra Magnus (G1)|Ultra Magnus]] and [[Pyra Magna (G1)|Pyra Magna]] were [[Great General]]s in the [[2019 IDW continuity]]. | |||
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Latest revision as of 02:58, 13 March 2026
| The name or term "Magnus" refers to more than one character or idea. For a list of other meanings, see Magnus (disambiguation). |
Magnus is a high rank in the Autobot army. A 'bot bearing the name usually commands a position of authority and respect, and often functions as an inspirational figurehead on the battlefield.
Sometimes, Magnus is the highest rank, conferring the title of Supreme Commander of the Autobot military, and the chairbotship of the Autobot High Council. It is added to the end of the Autobot's name, replacing their previous title; and they are given the Magnus Hammer as a symbol of office. The Magnus has to answer to the civilian government,[1] but their ability to actually remove an incompetent or reckless Magnus is limited.
Fiction
[edit]Animated cartoon
[edit]2 billion stellar cycles ago, Zeemon Magnus led the Guardians, until he was ejected from rule by the Protectons, a faction which evolved over time into the Protectobots.
1 billion stellar cycles ago, Nova Magnus had become leader of the Protectobots, and around this time the Third Cybertronian War began between the Protectobots and the Destrons.
Over 30 million stellar cycles ago, P.C. Magnus was leader of the Autobots, and he established the Elite Guard headquarters of Fortress Maximus.
12 million stellar cycles ago, amidst the uprisings of the Decepticon faction, Ultra Magnus became leader of the Autobots. His first act was to pass the Decepticon Registration Act, and the planet plunged into the Great War. The AllSpark Almanac II Ultra Magnus held the position for millions of stellar cycles, from the Great War onward, until an attack by Shockwave left him on spark support. Where Is Thy Sting? As a result, Sentinel Prime was appointed acting Magnus. Decepticon Air
The High Council became increasingly irritated with Sentinel Magnus' style of ruling, and when he wanted to fire on a hijacked Omega Supreme they ordered him to wait for the council's decision. Sentinel fired anyway, almost destroying the planet. An angry Alpha Trion told Sentinel that if it was up to him alone, he wouldn't be Magnus any longer. This Is Why I Hate Machines
After capturing Megatron and his henchmen, Optimus returned to Cybertron to the cheers of the adoring crowds and in possession of the Magnus Hammer. Endgame, Part II He presumably passed the hammer back to Sentinel who remained the Magnus, going so far as to get himself a cape and a HUGE hat... jerk. The Stunti-Con Job
TransTech
[edit]In Malgus 1008.19 Gamma, Zeemon Magnus was replaced as Magnus by the treacherous head of his bodyguard, Terragar. Zeemon himself was exiled from time and space, winding up in Axiom Nexus. Rook - Axiom Nexus News, 2016/02/07
Energon Universe
[edit]A high rank in Autobot society, Magnus was ordinarily a position held for life, it being unusual for one to step down. In previous times of war, multiple Magnuses had served simultaneously. Transformers #28
After the battle in Chicago, Ultra Magnus, in light of his recent experiences, spoke to Arcee about his intent to make her the next Magnus. Transformers #27 Not long after, he made her co-Magnus, bestowing on her the name Arcee Magnus. He explained to Optimus that, although Magnus is a title for life, this was for the better giving his psychological damage. He did add that he'd continue fulfilling the duties of a Magnus until Arcee had gained some experience in her new body and role. Transformers #28
Notes
[edit]- The rank Magnus is derived from the name "Ultra Magnus", starting with the Generation 1 version. It is rather obvious that in this name, "Magnus" is the name, akin to "Optimus", and that "Ultra" is the qualifying component. This was corroborated when in 2022 the first draft of the movie script was released and before that there was the character Magnum in 2009. "Magnus" was first used as the rank portion of the name in 2007 when Transformers Animated played it as such. This use of "Magnus" as being reusable has since gone on to influence such names as Ursa Magnus in 2012 and Delta Magnus in 2016.
- The Latin word "magnus" is the masculine form of "magna". This suggests some connection between the titles of Magnus and Magna, but there is no fiction that delves into that. At most, both Ultra Magnus and Pyra Magna were Great Generals in the 2019 IDW continuity.
