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{{disambig2|Transformer twins in general|[[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]] in particular|the Twins}} | {{disambig2|Transformer twins in general|[[Skids (ROTF)|Skids]] and [[Mudflap (ROTF)|Mudflap]] in particular|the Twins}} | ||
[[File:Windblade volume2 devisiun.jpg|thumb| | [[File:Windblade volume2 devisiun.jpg|thumb|upright=2.2|Some twins are cute!]] | ||
Transformer '''twins''' often share a closer connection than other forms of Transformer [[relatives]]. The exact process by which an 'unborn' Transformer becomes a twin varies by universe; most modern stories opt to use the idea of a single component used in [[reproduction]] ([[protoform]]s, [[spark]]s) splitting. Twin characters tend to act [[Kid-appeal character|younger]] than other characters, although this is not a hard-and-fast rule. | Transformer '''twins''' often share a closer connection than other forms of Transformer [[relatives]]. The exact process by which an 'unborn' Transformer becomes a twin varies by universe; most modern stories opt to use the idea of a single component used in [[reproduction]] ([[protoform]]s, [[spark]]s) splitting. Twin characters tend to act [[Kid-appeal character|younger]] than other characters, although this is not a hard-and-fast rule. | ||
==Generation 1 continuity family== | ==Generation 1 continuity family== | ||
[[File:PrimeDirective4 Cover SunstreakerSideswipe.jpg|thumb|left| | [[File:PrimeDirective4 Cover SunstreakerSideswipe.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.1|Some twins are popular with fans!]] | ||
[[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] and [[Sunstreaker (G1)|Sunstreaker]] were fraternal<ref>Sunstreaker's [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Sunstreaker/sunstreaker.htm ''Universe'' bio].</ref> twin brothers.<ref>Sideswipe's toy bio.</ref> Fiction at the time never explored the details of this relationship, or if there was such a thing as identical twins. | [[Sideswipe (G1)|Sideswipe]] and [[Sunstreaker (G1)|Sunstreaker]] were fraternal<ref>Sunstreaker's [http://www.tfu.info/1984/Autobot/Sunstreaker/sunstreaker.htm ''Universe'' bio].</ref> twin brothers.<ref>Sideswipe's toy bio.</ref> Fiction at the time never explored the details of this relationship, or if there was such a thing as identical twins. | ||
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Later fiction (incorporating the concepts of [[spark]]s and [[protoform]]s [[retcon|retroactively]]) revealed that brothers were formed when a spark that was being introduced to a protoform naturally split. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More Than Meets The Eye}} | Later fiction (incorporating the concepts of [[spark]]s and [[protoform]]s [[retcon|retroactively]]) revealed that brothers were formed when a spark that was being introduced to a protoform naturally split. {{storylink|Transformers: More than Meets the Eye|More Than Meets The Eye}} | ||
In the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 cartoon)|Car Robots]]'' cartoon, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Fire Convoy]] and [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|God Magnus]] were stated to be twin brothers created at the | In the ''[[Transformers: Robots in Disguise (2001 cartoon)|Car Robots]]'' cartoon, [[Optimus Prime (RID)|Fire Convoy]] and [[Ultra Magnus (RID)|God Magnus]] were stated to be twin brothers created at exactly the same time by [[Vector Sigma]], though Fire Convoy was unsure of which brother was the younger and which was the elder. {{storylink|Ultra Magnus: Forced Fusion!|Forced Fusion! God Fire Convoy}} Though, [[Side Burn (RID)|Speedbreaker]] and [[X-Brawn|Wild Ride]] both suspected God Magnus of being the younger brother. {{storylink|The Two Faces of Ultra Magnus|Desperate Situation! 3 Car Robo Brothers}} | ||
[[Rumbler (G1)|Rumbler]] and [[Sprocket (G1)|Sprocket]] were twins, despite their personalities being completely dissimilar. According to Rumbler, they were twins because they were built at the same time, with the same blueprints. {{storylink|A Team Effort}} | [[Rumbler (G1)|Rumbler]] and [[Sprocket (G1)|Sprocket]] were twins, despite their personalities being completely dissimilar. According to Rumbler, they were twins because they were built at the same time, with the same blueprints. {{storylink|A Team Effort}} | ||
[[Skyburst (G1)|Skyburst]] and [[Stormclash]] are twin sisters, and they often finish each | [[Skyburst (G1)|Skyburst]] and [[Stormclash]] are twin sisters, and they often finish each other's sentences. {{storylink|An Uneventful Night}} | ||
The | The diminutive Transformer colonists of [[Devisiun (planet)|Devisiun]] are all born as twins, thanks to the peculiar gravitational influence of their planet's binary suns. Each twin formed [[Micromaster Combiner|one half of a single alternate mode]]. {{storylink|Windblade vol. 2 issue 6|Windblade vol. 2 #6}} | ||
[[Galvatron (G1)/IDW | [[Galvatron (G1)/IDW 2005 continuity|Galvatron]] and [[Arcee (G1)/IDW 2005 continuity|Arcee]] were twins. {{storylink|Origin Myths}} | ||
==Go-Bots continuity family== | ==Go-Bots continuity family== | ||
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==''Animated'' continuity== | ==''Animated'' continuity== | ||
[[File:Jetstormdoesnotswing.jpg|thumb|left| | [[File:Jetstormdoesnotswing.jpg|thumb|left|upright=1.2|Some twins are surprisingly badass!]] | ||
[[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]] and [[Jetfire (Animated)|Jetfire]] are the result of a split protoform. Originally refinery workers, they were injured in an industrial accident, making them ideal guinea pigs for [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]]'s anti-Decepticon initiative. They apparently possessed identical circuitry, which made it easy for [[Red Alert (Animated)|Red Alert]] and [[Perceptor (Animated)|Perceptor]] to operate on them. After they were upgraded with [[Decepticon]] flight protocols, they gained additional firepower and the ability to combine into [[Safeguard (Animated)|Safeguard]]. {{storylink|First (and Second) in Flight}} | [[Jetstorm (Animated)|Jetstorm]] and [[Jetfire (Animated)|Jetfire]] are the result of a split protoform. Originally refinery workers, they were injured in an industrial accident, making them ideal guinea pigs for [[Ultra Magnus (Animated)|Ultra Magnus]]'s anti-Decepticon initiative. They apparently possessed identical circuitry, which made it easy for [[Red Alert (Animated)|Red Alert]] and [[Perceptor (Animated)|Perceptor]] to operate on them. After they were upgraded with [[Decepticon]] flight protocols, they gained additional firepower and the ability to combine into [[Safeguard (Animated)|Safeguard]]. {{storylink|First (and Second) in Flight}} | ||
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==Live-action film series== | ==Live-action film series== | ||
[[File:ROTF movie SkidsMudflap bigmother.jpg|thumb| | [[File:ROTF movie SkidsMudflap bigmother.jpg|thumb|upright=1.1|... And some twins are hated by everybody.]] | ||
Two Transformers that were twins had a special relationship to each other. The two were intimately linked. Their relationship was so close, they considered the other to be their other half. Twins could choose to assume individual alternate modes, or form one half of a larger, more durable altmode. | Two Transformers that were twins had a special relationship to each other. The two were intimately linked. Their relationship was so close, they considered the other to be their other half. Twins could choose to assume individual alternate modes, or form one half of a larger, more durable altmode. | ||
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| This article is about Transformer twins in general. For Skids and Mudflap in particular, see the Twins. |
Transformer twins often share a closer connection than other forms of Transformer relatives. The exact process by which an 'unborn' Transformer becomes a twin varies by universe; most modern stories opt to use the idea of a single component used in reproduction (protoforms, sparks) splitting. Twin characters tend to act younger than other characters, although this is not a hard-and-fast rule.
Generation 1 continuity family
Sideswipe and Sunstreaker were fraternal[1] twin brothers.[2] Fiction at the time never explored the details of this relationship, or if there was such a thing as identical twins.
Roulette and Shadow Striker are twins, or perhaps even triplets with their perished sister. Roulette and Shadow Striker have the same body-type, but what makes them twins is unexplained.
Later fiction (incorporating the concepts of sparks and protoforms retroactively) revealed that brothers were formed when a spark that was being introduced to a protoform naturally split. More Than Meets The Eye
In the Car Robots cartoon, Fire Convoy and God Magnus were stated to be twin brothers created at exactly the same time by Vector Sigma, though Fire Convoy was unsure of which brother was the younger and which was the elder. Forced Fusion! God Fire Convoy Though, Speedbreaker and Wild Ride both suspected God Magnus of being the younger brother. Desperate Situation! 3 Car Robo Brothers
Rumbler and Sprocket were twins, despite their personalities being completely dissimilar. According to Rumbler, they were twins because they were built at the same time, with the same blueprints. A Team Effort
Skyburst and Stormclash are twin sisters, and they often finish each other's sentences. An Uneventful Night
The diminutive Transformer colonists of Devisiun are all born as twins, thanks to the peculiar gravitational influence of their planet's binary suns. Each twin formed one half of a single alternate mode. Windblade vol. 2 #6
Galvatron and Arcee were twins. Origin Myths
Go-Bots continuity family
The reckless youngsters Racer-Bot ALPHA and Racer-Bot BETA are twins. The reason seems to be that they were made at the same time with the same then-new Go-Brillium-based technology. Racer-Bot Road Rally
Cybertron
Hardtop and Swindle are twin brothers.[3]
Animated continuity
Jetstorm and Jetfire are the result of a split protoform. Originally refinery workers, they were injured in an industrial accident, making them ideal guinea pigs for Ultra Magnus's anti-Decepticon initiative. They apparently possessed identical circuitry, which made it easy for Red Alert and Perceptor to operate on them. After they were upgraded with Decepticon flight protocols, they gained additional firepower and the ability to combine into Safeguard. First (and Second) in Flight
Blitzwing thought Bumblebee and Captain Fanzone's car were twins but they really weren't. Velocity
Live-action film series
Two Transformers that were twins had a special relationship to each other. The two were intimately linked. Their relationship was so close, they considered the other to be their other half. Twins could choose to assume individual alternate modes, or form one half of a larger, more durable altmode.
When one twin died, the other felt a temporary surge of pain, but continued on afterwards by himself.
Twin Link
Twins could communicate in a way that was almost psychic. This was instantaneous and worked even at a distance. Twins could use this to coordinate battle tactics.[4]
Live-action film series twins
- Optimus Prime and Megatron The Quest for the AllSpark
- Tread and Trample
- Skids and Mudflap
- Long Haul and Onslaught
Aligned continuity family
- Skyquake and Dreadwing. According to Dreadwing, twins in the Transformers Universe are formed from a "split Spark", a phenomenon in which the spark meant to create one Cybertronian splits and creates two Cybertronians. This results in the twins having a much closer relationship than non-twin Cybertronians could ever have. Dreadwing stated that he actually felt when Skyquake died, and thus his vendetta against the Autobots is much more personal than any other Decepticon.
References
- ↑ Sunstreaker's Universe bio.
- ↑ Sideswipe's toy bio.
- ↑ Swindle's toy bio.
- ↑ Skid's and Mudflap's battle bios.
