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'''Sparkplug''' is a good-natured, energetic young [[Mini-Con]] who through the fates of war has become partnered with [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]], leader of the [[Autobot]]s. Through this | '''Sparkplug''' is a good-natured, energetic young [[Mini-Con]] who through the fates of war has become partnered with [[Optimus Prime (Armada)|Optimus Prime]], leader of the [[Autobot]]s. Through this and his heroic actions, he's become something of a leader to his fellow Mini-Cons. He is also one of the few Mini-Cons to advocate siding with the Autobots. While most Mini-Cons view the differences between the Autobots and the Decepticons with apathy at best, Sparkplug is firmly aware of what those differences mean to Mini-Cons. He's seen the way [[Megatron (Armada)|Megatron]] treats [[Leader-1]] compared to the way Optimus Prime treats him. Given the choice, Sparkplug gladly prefers the Autobots. | ||
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===Animated continuity=== | ===Animated continuity=== | ||
Soon after arriving on [[Earth]], both the Autobots and Decepticons detect a Mini-Con signal located in the [[Grand Canyon]]. The Autobots are at a considerable disadvantage during the inevitable confrontation due to the Decepticon strength in numbers and the fact they must protect their human passengers. But with the help of the kids, Optimus Prime manages to find the Mini-Con panel, whose occupant turns out of be Sparkplug, Optimus Prime's old Mini-Con ally and friend. Together, they | Soon after arriving on [[Earth]], both the Autobots and Decepticons detect a Mini-Con signal located in the [[Grand Canyon]]. The Autobots are at a considerable disadvantage during the inevitable confrontation due to the Decepticon strength in numbers and the fact they must protect their human passengers. But with the help of the kids, Optimus Prime manages to find the Mini-Con panel, whose occupant turns out of be Sparkplug, Optimus Prime's old Mini-Con ally and friend. Together, they [[Powerlinx]], activating Optimus's powerful Maximum Blast which sends the Decepticons into retreat. {{Storylink|Comrade}} | ||
===Dreamwave comics continuity=== | ===Dreamwave comics continuity=== | ||
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===Transformers Playstation 2 Game=== | ===Transformers Playstation 2 Game=== | ||
He is Optimus Prime's | He is Optimus Prime's Mini-Con partner. You can run him over! | ||
==Toys== | ==Toys== | ||
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: ''Japanese ID Number:'' '''MC-01''' | : ''Japanese ID Number:'' '''MC-01''' | ||
: Sparkplug transforms into a Lamborghini Diablo | : Sparkplug transforms into a Lamborghini Diablo sports car. His robot mode bears a passing resemblance to the [[Generation 1]] [[Autobot]] [[Bumblebee (G1)|Bumblebee]]'s cartoon model. He was only available with his larger partner Optimus Prime. The [[Takara]] release made a minor change to Sparkplug's deco, giving him medium-gray windows rather than the dark purple of the [[Hasbro]] version. | ||
: This mold was used to make [[Atlas]] and [[Drop-Test]]. | : This mold was used to make [[Atlas]] and [[Drop-Test]]. | ||
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*'''Prime Super Mode''' (Mini-Con, 2003) | *'''Prime Super Mode''' (Mini-Con, 2003) | ||
: The August 2003 issue of ''TV | : The August 2003 issue of ''TV-kun'' magazine in Japan came with a special promotional "powered up" [[redeco]] of the Sparkplug toy in green. It also came with a little cardboard roadway and punch-out "targets" of various Decepticons for him to knock over. | ||
: According to the brief ''Transformers'' section of the magazine, Sparkplug takes on this coloration when the other Mini-Cons give him their strength. When | : According to the brief ''Transformers'' section of the magazine, Sparkplug takes on this coloration when the other Mini-Cons give him their strength. When Powerlinxed to Super Optimus Prime in this mode, he causes Prime's cannon to fire a powerful energy blast that takes the shape of Sparkplug's robot mode. | ||
*'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime with Corona Sparkplug''' (Super, 2003) | *'''Powerlinx Optimus Prime with Corona Sparkplug''' (Super, 2003) | ||
: For the " | : For the "Powerlinx" redeco of Optimus Prime, the original Sparkplug was [[retool]]ed into a Cybertronic sports car with roof-lights and given a gold-chrome finish. (This finish seems to be a lot more durable than the chrome found on the [[Transmetal]] toys, being very resistant to flaking.) It is the only part of the set that was retooled, possibly because the yellow parts of Sparkplug are on their own mold tree (i.e., there are no other yellow-plastic parts to Super Optimus Prime), meaning an easy change to make. | ||
: This mold was used to make [[Chrome]], [[Synapse]] and [[Road Rebel]]. | : This mold was used to make [[Chrome]], [[Synapse]] and [[Road Rebel]]. | ||
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==Trivia== | ==Trivia== | ||
* Sparkplug's robot mode design appears to be a homage to [[Bumblebee (G1)|G1 Bumblebee]]'s cartoon model, with a similar head, "pipe" biceps, hood-feet and roof-chest. Well, and being yellow. His own cartoon model kind of downplays the similarity of the noggin. | * Sparkplug's robot mode design appears to be a homage to [[Bumblebee (G1)|G1 Bumblebee]]'s cartoon model, with a similar head, "pipe" biceps, hood-feet and roof-chest. Well, and being yellow. His own cartoon model kind of downplays the similarity of the noggin. The Dreamwave comic changed his head design practically every issue, with some being more Bumblebee-esque than others. | ||
==External Links== | ==External Links== | ||
Revision as of 20:31, 3 February 2008
| The name or term "Sparkplug" refers to more than one character or idea. For a list of other meanings, see Sparkplug (disambiguation). |
- Sparkplug is a Mini-Con from the Armada section of the Unicron Trilogy continuity family.
Sparkplug is a good-natured, energetic young Mini-Con who through the fates of war has become partnered with Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots. Through this and his heroic actions, he's become something of a leader to his fellow Mini-Cons. He is also one of the few Mini-Cons to advocate siding with the Autobots. While most Mini-Cons view the differences between the Autobots and the Decepticons with apathy at best, Sparkplug is firmly aware of what those differences mean to Mini-Cons. He's seen the way Megatron treats Leader-1 compared to the way Optimus Prime treats him. Given the choice, Sparkplug gladly prefers the Autobots.
- Japanese name: Prime
Fiction
Armada
Animated continuity
Soon after arriving on Earth, both the Autobots and Decepticons detect a Mini-Con signal located in the Grand Canyon. The Autobots are at a considerable disadvantage during the inevitable confrontation due to the Decepticon strength in numbers and the fact they must protect their human passengers. But with the help of the kids, Optimus Prime manages to find the Mini-Con panel, whose occupant turns out of be Sparkplug, Optimus Prime's old Mini-Con ally and friend. Together, they Powerlinx, activating Optimus's powerful Maximum Blast which sends the Decepticons into retreat. Comrade
Dreamwave comics continuity
Having miraculously avoided capture, Sparkplug is instrumental in helping the Air Defense Mini-Con Team free his Mini-Con brethren from their initial imprisonment by the Decepticons.
Transformers Playstation 2 Game
He is Optimus Prime's Mini-Con partner. You can run him over!
Toys
Armada
- Optimus Prime with Sparkplug (Super, 2002/2003)
- Japanese ID Number: MC-01
- Sparkplug transforms into a Lamborghini Diablo sports car. His robot mode bears a passing resemblance to the Generation 1 Autobot Bumblebee's cartoon model. He was only available with his larger partner Optimus Prime. The Takara release made a minor change to Sparkplug's deco, giving him medium-gray windows rather than the dark purple of the Hasbro version.
- Prime Super Mode (Mini-Con, 2003)
- The August 2003 issue of TV-kun magazine in Japan came with a special promotional "powered up" redeco of the Sparkplug toy in green. It also came with a little cardboard roadway and punch-out "targets" of various Decepticons for him to knock over.
- According to the brief Transformers section of the magazine, Sparkplug takes on this coloration when the other Mini-Cons give him their strength. When Powerlinxed to Super Optimus Prime in this mode, he causes Prime's cannon to fire a powerful energy blast that takes the shape of Sparkplug's robot mode.
- Powerlinx Optimus Prime with Corona Sparkplug (Super, 2003)
- For the "Powerlinx" redeco of Optimus Prime, the original Sparkplug was retooled into a Cybertronic sports car with roof-lights and given a gold-chrome finish. (This finish seems to be a lot more durable than the chrome found on the Transmetal toys, being very resistant to flaking.) It is the only part of the set that was retooled, possibly because the yellow parts of Sparkplug are on their own mold tree (i.e., there are no other yellow-plastic parts to Super Optimus Prime), meaning an easy change to make.
- This mold was used to make Chrome, Synapse and Road Rebel.
- Battle for the Matrix (Multi-pack, 2003)
- Released on "Black Friday" (the day after Thanksgiving), this K-Mart store exclusive bundled together Super Optimus Prime, Sparkplug, Jetfire, Comettor, the Adventure Mini-Con Team and (oddly enough) Longarm. This release of Sparkplug is identical to the original; out of the entire set, only Optimus received a deco change.
Energon
- Part of a very large CostCo exclusive set, this release of Corona Sparkplug is near-identical to the original release, despite the extensive color changes made to Optimus.
Trivia
- Sparkplug's robot mode design appears to be a homage to G1 Bumblebee's cartoon model, with a similar head, "pipe" biceps, hood-feet and roof-chest. Well, and being yellow. His own cartoon model kind of downplays the similarity of the noggin. The Dreamwave comic changed his head design practically every issue, with some being more Bumblebee-esque than others.
External Links
