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The Precursor World was first introduced in 2016 with "[[Cybertron Convobat]]," a pack-in comic for TakaraTomy's exclusive ''[[Spin Off]]'' imprint. Here, the diminutive clones [[Convobat]] and [[Megalligator]] fought to escape the | The Precursor World was first introduced in 2016 with "[[Cybertron Convobat]]," a pack-in comic for TakaraTomy's exclusive ''[[Spin Off]]'' imprint. Here, the diminutive clones [[Convobat]] and [[Megalligator]] fought to escape the laboratory of their creator [[Straxus (G1)|Straxus]]. In the following installment, "[[Cybertron Magna Convoy]]," the details of the setting began to unfurl as Convobat ventured into the wider world and the concept of the Primus Vanguard was introduced as Straxus and [[Magna Convoy]] fought amongst its wreckage. These comics were supplemented by online prologues as well as "[[Source:Profile Plus|Profile+]]," a feature on the official eHOBBY twitter account that provided additional art and story tidbits. | ||
In ''Spin Off'''s final installment, the narrative flashed back to the glory days of the Vanguard to introduce [[Blue Big Convoy]], commander of the [[Blue Order]], as well as the Vanguard's nemeses the [[Specter|Specters]]. | In ''Spin Off'''s final installment, the narrative flashed back to the glory days of the Vanguard to introduce [[Blue Big Convoy]], commander of the [[Blue Order]], as well as the Vanguard's nemeses the [[Specter|Specters]]. | ||
Revision as of 23:12, 24 June 2021
The Precursor World franchise is home to the fictional universe and associated toys and storylines that sprung from e-HOBBY's Spin Off line of exclusive comics. Perhaps the most arcane extrusion yet of the behemoth that is the Japanese continuity of the original Generation 1 cartoon, it tells the tale of the Transformers' god Primus in the universe that existed prior to that of The Transformers, not dissimilar to the backstory of Marvel's Galactus. Its primary claim to fame is the fan-favorite Primus Vanguard, a flashy rainbow legion of officially repurposed toys from across the Transformers brand.
| “ | Once upon a time, in a certain ancient universe, fought the Warriors of the Seven Lights derived from G One.
They were led by the Golden Warrior, Primus, who founded the Primus Vanguard, defenders of the universe. |
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Franchise components
- A "virtual toyline" consisting of a combination of officially-released toys made especially for the line, repurposed toys, and potential redecos of other toys.
- A series of e-HOBBY comics, most of which form a single storyline.
- An e-HOBBY social media feature.
- The ongoing comic for TakaraTomy's portion of the Generations Selects toyline.
Setting
Taking place in the universe prior to that of Optimus Prime and friends, the citizens of the Precursor World are a race of shape-changing robots known as the "Warriors of the Seven Lights." Believing themselves charged with protecting the titular mystical energies known as the Seven Lights by their creator god G-One, the wheel around which the Warriors' society turns is the Primus Vanguard, a series of color-coded holy orders led by the priest king Primus for this purpose. The strength of this empire wanes as threats both internal and external loom, and Primus seeks out forbidden knowledge...
Overview
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The Precursor World was first introduced in 2016 with "Cybertron Convobat," a pack-in comic for TakaraTomy's exclusive Spin Off imprint. Here, the diminutive clones Convobat and Megalligator fought to escape the laboratory of their creator Straxus. In the following installment, "Cybertron Magna Convoy," the details of the setting began to unfurl as Convobat ventured into the wider world and the concept of the Primus Vanguard was introduced as Straxus and Magna Convoy fought amongst its wreckage. These comics were supplemented by online prologues as well as "Profile+," a feature on the official eHOBBY twitter account that provided additional art and story tidbits.
In Spin Off's final installment, the narrative flashed back to the glory days of the Vanguard to introduce Blue Big Convoy, commander of the Blue Order, as well as the Vanguard's nemeses the Specters.
The story was next picked up in 2019 with the Generations Selects Special Comic, a feature to promote TakaraTomy's offerings in the Generations Selects toyline. As such, it saw a series of Generation 1 characters shunted backwards in time to the Precursor universe, with particular emphasis placed on Optimus Prime and Galvatron. This series took place between the Convobat and Blue Big Convoy comics, dramatizing the rise and fall of the Primus Vanguard that led to the conflict in Magna Convoy's comic.
Creative team
The initial Spin Off pack-in comics developing the Precursor World and their various ancillary media were created by writer/artist Shin Sasaki and colorist Kazumasa Yasukuni.
The opening arc of the Generations Selects Special Comic was helmed by Sasaki as well, until with the final installment of the Seacons chapter the series was dramatically expanded in scope and handed off to the team of writer/artist Hayato Sakamoto, colorists Josh Perez and Gufu Kandagawa, general assistants Lebanon Sugi and Ricken, and many many more.
External links
- Precursor World from the Beginning at Mohair Translations
