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:''Zaptraps are [[Decepticon]] [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].'' | :''Zaptraps are [[Decepticon]] [[Insecticon (G1)|Insecticons]] from the [[Generation 1 continuity family|Generation 1]] [[continuity family]].'' | ||
[[File:Zaptrap-card.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I think I stepped on something.]] | [[File:Zaptrap-card.jpg|upright=1.66|thumb|I think I stepped on something.]] | ||
'''Zaptraps''' (alternatively known as '''Skrapnels''') are [[Insecticon clone|clones]] of the Insecticon [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]]. Though they have ''extremely'' limited intelligence and are largely operated by Shrapnel's control-beams, in large numbers they are fairly capable hunter-seeker units, capable of producing powerful electric bolts from their horns. Though they're fairly sturdy, should Shrapnel's control-beams be interrupted, they will instantly crumble into a pile of component parts. | '''Zaptraps''' (alternatively known as '''Skrapnels''') are [[Insecticon clone|clones]] of the Insecticon [[Shrapnel (G1)|Shrapnel]]. Though they have ''extremely'' limited intelligence and are largely operated by Shrapnel's control-beams, in large numbers they are fairly capable hunter-seeker units, capable of producing powerful electric bolts from their horns. Though they're fairly sturdy, should Shrapnel's control-beams be interrupted, they will instantly crumble into a pile of component parts. | ||
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*'''Insectron Clone Army''' (multi-pack, [[2004]]) | *'''Insectron Clone Army''' (multi-pack, [[2004]]) | ||
**''ID number:'' '''75''' (individual), '''76''' (clones set) | **''ID number:'' '''75''' (individual), '''76''' (clones set) | ||
**''Accessories'': " | **''Accessories'': [[Gamma ray detonator|Gamma beam detonator]], [[energon cube]] | ||
:Zaptrap is a [[redeco]] of the Insecticon [[Shrapnel (G1)#Toys|Shrapnel]] mold, with colors based on the mold's original pre-''Transformers'' ''[[Diaclone]]'' "Waruder Kuwagatrer" release. Zaptrap transforms into a mechanical [[Popular beast alternate modes#Stag beetles (family Lucanidae)|stag beetle]]. The "control seat" in the insect-mode back / robot-mode chest can open up and store one of the three [[energon cube]]s that come with the set. Zaptrap was only available in an [[e-HOBBY]] [[exclusive]] ''[[The Transformers: Collector's Edition|Collector's Edition]]'' set with [[Salvo (G1)|Salvo]] and [[Shothole]]. | |||
:This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' incarnation of [[Shrapnel (SG)|Shrapnel]]. | |||
: This toy was [[Repurposing|repurposed]] as the ''[[Transformers: Shattered Glass (franchise)|Shattered Glass]]'' incarnation of [[Shrapnel (SG)|Shrapnel]]. | |||
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Destron/Zaptrap/zaptrap.htm More information on Zaptrap at TFU.info]'' | ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2004/Destron/Zaptrap/zaptrap.htm More information on Zaptrap at TFU.info]'' | ||
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===''Kre-O''=== | ===''Kre-O''=== | ||
[[File:KreO-Toy Skrapnel.jpg|thumb | [[File:KreO-Toy Skrapnel.jpg|thumb|300px|Zapskrap.]] | ||
*'''Skrapnel''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, [[2014]]) | *'''Skrapnel''' (Kreon Micro-Changer, [[2014]]) | ||
**''Bag number'': '''40551 45''' | **''Bag number'': '''40551 45''' | ||
**''Accessories'': | **''Accessories'': stand brick, scoped pistol | ||
:Part of the fifth assortment of [[blindpacking|blind-bagged]] [[Kreon]] [[Micro-Changer]]s, Skrapnel can be rebuilt from robot mode into a stag beetle. He sports [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Ironhide]]'s helmet and the Megatron-styled pistol. | |||
: Part of the fifth assortment of [[blindpacking|blind-bagged]] [[Kreon]] [[Micro-Changer]]s, Skrapnel can be rebuilt from robot mode into a stag beetle. He sports [[Ironhide (G1)/toys#Kre-O|Ironhide]]'s helmet and the Megatron-styled pistol. | |||
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-OSkrapnel/skrapnel.htm More information on Skrapnel at TFU.info]'' | ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2014/Decepticon/Kre-OSkrapnel/skrapnel.htm More information on Skrapnel at TFU.info]'' | ||
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[[File:BotCon2015toy-Zaptrap.jpg|300px|thumb|ALL THIS FIGHTING IS MAKIN ME HUNGRY!]] | [[File:BotCon2015toy-Zaptrap.jpg|300px|thumb|ALL THIS FIGHTING IS MAKIN ME HUNGRY!]] | ||
*'''Zaptrap''' ([[BotCon 2015]]) | *'''Zaptrap''' ([[BotCon 2015]]) | ||
:''[[Transformers Timelines (toyline)|Timelines]]'' Zaptrap is a red, black, gray, and blue redeco of the ''[[Transformers: Generations (toyline)|Generations]]'' [[Shrapnel (G1)#Generations|Skrapnel]] toy. He is roughly the size of a ''[[Cyberverse (toyline)|Cyberverse]]'' Commander Class toy and transforms into a robotic interpretation of a stag beetle. He was available at [[BotCon 2015]] as an attendee-only bonus figure, and came packaged with [[Spy-Eye (Diaclone)|Spy-Eye]] and [[Beet-Chit]]. Both smaller figures can be wielded by Zaptrap in Waruder soldier mode via their [[5 mm post|5mm post]], or mounted on his back in insect mode. | |||
:His [[bio]] card identifies hims as "Zaptrap" ([[trademark]]), while his instructions call him "Decepticon Zaptrap". | |||
: His [[bio]] card identifies hims as "Zaptrap" ([[trademark]]), while his instructions call him "Decepticon Zaptrap". | |||
: This mold was also retooled into [[Chop Shop (G1)#Generations|Chop Shop]]. | :This mold was also retooled into [[Chop Shop (G1)#Generations|Chop Shop]]. | ||
::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Waruder/Zaptrap/zaptrap.htm More information on ''Timelines'' Zaptrap at TFU.info]'' | ::*''[http://www.tfu.info/2015/Waruder/Zaptrap/zaptrap.htm More information on ''Timelines'' Zaptrap at TFU.info]'' | ||
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*''Collector's Edition'' Zaptrap's [[bio]] card claims they are also armed with grenade launchers. Where on their bodies these launchers are, who knows. | *''Collector's Edition'' Zaptrap's [[bio]] card claims they are also armed with grenade launchers. Where on their bodies these launchers are, who knows. | ||
*Zaptrap and Beet-Chit's manner of speaking in "Cybertron's Most Wanted" is based on the synthesized speech samples heard in early arcade games like [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pa6AUrkVy5Y ''Wizard of Wor'' and ''Gorf''.] | *Zaptrap and Beet-Chit's manner of speaking in "Cybertron's Most Wanted" is based on the synthesized speech samples heard in early arcade games like [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pa6AUrkVy5Y ''Wizard of Wor'' and ''Gorf''.] | ||
===Foreign names=== | ===Foreign names=== | ||
*''Japanese:'' '''Zaptrap''' (ザップトラップ ''Zapputorappu'') | *''Japanese:'' '''Zaptrap''' (ザップトラップ ''Zapputorappu'') | ||
[[Category:Clones]] | [[Category:Clones]] | ||
[[Category:E-Hobby]] | [[Category:E-Hobby]] | ||
Revision as of 09:59, 5 November 2022
| The name or term "Shrapnel" refers to more than one character or idea. For a list of other meanings, see Shrapnel (disambiguation). |
- Zaptraps are Decepticon Insecticons from the Generation 1 continuity family.
Zaptraps (alternatively known as Skrapnels) are clones of the Insecticon Shrapnel. Though they have extremely limited intelligence and are largely operated by Shrapnel's control-beams, in large numbers they are fairly capable hunter-seeker units, capable of producing powerful electric bolts from their horns. Though they're fairly sturdy, should Shrapnel's control-beams be interrupted, they will instantly crumble into a pile of component parts.
Fiction
The Transformers cartoon
Technically, the Zaptraps have never appeared in any fiction, as this specific coloration has never been used. However, the Zaptrap designation can be considered retroactive, so any appearance of the Shrapnel-model Insecticlones can be considered a Zaptrap appearance.
TransTech
Due to quantum instability, a number of Waruder troops were transported to Axiom Nexus's distant past when they migrated over to its universe. They formed a hive, and spent the next 20,000 years undisturbed, evolving and building an elaborate hive deep underground. Cybertron's Most Wanted
Beet-Chit, desiring a new body to pilot, found a lost Zaptrap drone in Cybertron's lower levels and, noting its similarity to his previous Kuwagatrer mech, converted it into an partially organic suit for him to control. Zaptrap and Beet-Chit bio
Zaptrap/Beet-Chit came to lead his soldiers when one of them signaled that intruders had come upon their hive. Identifying C-81 and his band of criminals as "SPACE. RO-BOTS. EN-E-MY.", Zaptrap/Beet-Chit pursued the group with a full squadron of Waruder soldiers, intent on destroying the Cybertronians. Despite more "SPACE. RO-BOTS." joining the fray against them, the Waruders were on the winning side, overpowering their foes with sheer numbers. The battle came to an end when C-81 ripped Beet-Chit out of Zaptrap, and forced the Waruder leader to negotiate peacefully. It is not known whether the Zaptrap mech was brought along when the Waruders migrated off-planet via an interuniversal gate afterwards. Cybertron's Most Wanted
Toys
Collector's Edition
- Insectron Clone Army (multi-pack, 2004)
- ID number: 75 (individual), 76 (clones set)
- Accessories: Gamma beam detonator, energon cube
- Zaptrap is a redeco of the Insecticon Shrapnel mold, with colors based on the mold's original pre-Transformers Diaclone "Waruder Kuwagatrer" release. Zaptrap transforms into a mechanical stag beetle. The "control seat" in the insect-mode back / robot-mode chest can open up and store one of the three energon cubes that come with the set. Zaptrap was only available in an e-HOBBY exclusive Collector's Edition set with Salvo and Shothole.
- This toy was repurposed as the Shattered Glass incarnation of Shrapnel.
Kre-O
- Skrapnel (Kreon Micro-Changer, 2014)
- Bag number: 40551 45
- Accessories: stand brick, scoped pistol
- Part of the fifth assortment of blind-bagged Kreon Micro-Changers, Skrapnel can be rebuilt from robot mode into a stag beetle. He sports Ironhide's helmet and the Megatron-styled pistol.
Timelines
- Zaptrap (BotCon 2015)
- Timelines Zaptrap is a red, black, gray, and blue redeco of the Generations Skrapnel toy. He is roughly the size of a Cyberverse Commander Class toy and transforms into a robotic interpretation of a stag beetle. He was available at BotCon 2015 as an attendee-only bonus figure, and came packaged with Spy-Eye and Beet-Chit. Both smaller figures can be wielded by Zaptrap in Waruder soldier mode via their 5mm post, or mounted on his back in insect mode.
- His bio card identifies hims as "Zaptrap" (trademark), while his instructions call him "Decepticon Zaptrap".
- This mold was also retooled into Chop Shop.
Notes
- Collector's Edition Zaptrap's bio card claims they are also armed with grenade launchers. Where on their bodies these launchers are, who knows.
- Zaptrap and Beet-Chit's manner of speaking in "Cybertron's Most Wanted" is based on the synthesized speech samples heard in early arcade games like Wizard of Wor and Gorf.
Foreign names
- Japanese: Zaptrap (ザップトラップ Zapputorappu)
