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:''The Omnicons are an [[Autobot]] subgroup in the ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].'' | :''The Omnicons are an [[Autobot]] subgroup in the ''[[Energon (franchise)|Energon]]'' portion of the [[Unicron Trilogy]] [[continuity family]].'' | ||
The '''Omnicons''' are [[Transformer]]s, larger than [[Mini-Con]]s but still fairly small, that have the ability to handle and process raw [[Energon (Energon)|energon]]. | The '''Omnicons''' are [[Transformer]]s, larger than [[Mini-Con]]s but still fairly small, that have the ability to handle and process raw [[Energon (Energon)|energon]]. They can convert this substance into useful tools and weapons, or into [[Energon star]]s. | ||
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* [[Skyblast (Energon)|Skyblast]] | * [[Skyblast (Energon)|Skyblast]] | ||
* [[Strongarm (Energon)|Strongarm]] | * [[Strongarm (Energon)|Strongarm]] | ||
* [[Signal Flare]] | * [[Signal Flare (Energon)|Signal Flare]] | ||
==Fiction== | ==Fiction== | ||
===''Energon'' cartoon continuity=== | ===''Energon'' cartoon continuity=== | ||
There are hundreds of identical Omnicons, and large squads of them with identical body types are very common. | There are hundreds of identical Omnicons, and large squads of them with identical body types are very common. However, they are not drones, but individuals with full capabilities for independent thought. They are led by Arcee, who has a unique bodyframe among the Omnicons. | ||
===Dreamwave ''Energon'' comics continuity=== | ===Dreamwave ''Energon'' comics continuity=== | ||
The Omnicons came about during " a time of expansion" on Cybertron, in the wake of Unicron and Megatron's defeat. | The Omnicons came about during " a time of expansion" on Cybertron, in the wake of Unicron and Megatron's defeat. They had "underdeveloped" social skills according to [[Over-Run (Armada)|Over-Run]], along with a tendency to preface anything they said with "CRZ" or "ZRT" or something. | ||
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** [[Offshoot (Energon)|Offshoot]] (redeco of Signal Flare) | ** [[Offshoot (Energon)|Offshoot]] (redeco of Signal Flare) | ||
:The Omnicons, along with their counterparts the [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]], were sold carded, and filled the $7 price point previously filled by the [[Mini-Con|Mini-Cons]] in ''Armada''. | :The Omnicons, along with their counterparts the [[Terrorcon (Energon)|Terrorcons]], were sold carded, and filled the $7 price point previously filled by the [[Mini-Con|Mini-Cons]] in ''Armada''. They transform into futuristic/fanciful Earthen vehicles. Each comes with a translucent colored "Energon weapon", which can be combined and assembled in multiple configurations. The Omnicons and Terrorcons marked the return of the Basic [[Size class|size class]] in practice if not in name, which had not been part of the ''Armada'' toyline. | ||
===Attacktix=== | ===Attacktix=== | ||
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: Part of the first Transformers ''[[Attacktix]]'' assortment, Omnicon is a "generic" figure based on the [[Signal Flare]]/[[Offshoot (Energon)|Offshoot]] body design, in mainly black and bronze. Omnicon has 4 points of articulation; waist, head and shoulders. While he is a small-based figure he is capable of creating an effective defensive tripod -- that is, supporting himself with his missile-launching arm. | : Part of the first Transformers ''[[Attacktix]]'' assortment, Omnicon is a "generic" figure based on the [[Signal Flare (Energon)|Signal Flare]]/[[Offshoot (Energon)|Offshoot]] body design, in mainly black and bronze. Omnicon has 4 points of articulation; waist, head and shoulders. While he is a small-based figure he is capable of creating an effective defensive tripod -- that is, supporting himself with his missile-launching arm. | ||
:Omnicon's special power allows you to make an extra attack on your next turn if you have an Autobot figure in play. | :Omnicon's special power allows you to make an extra attack on your next turn if you have an Autobot figure in play. | ||
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:Part of the "on indefinite haitus" second wave of Transformers ''Attacktix'', this [[ | :Part of the "on indefinite haitus" second wave of Transformers ''Attacktix'', this [[redeco]] of the original Omnicon piece was to have been a "Rare" Booster piece sold in randomly-packed two-packs. | ||
{{canceledtoy}} | {{canceledtoy}} | ||
Revision as of 05:54, 17 June 2009
| This article is about the Energon subgroup. For the Generation 1 subgroup, see Omnibot. |
- The Omnicons are an Autobot subgroup in the Energon portion of the Unicron Trilogy continuity family.
The Omnicons are Transformers, larger than Mini-Cons but still fairly small, that have the ability to handle and process raw energon. They can convert this substance into useful tools and weapons, or into Energon stars.
The known Omnicons are
Fiction
Energon cartoon continuity
There are hundreds of identical Omnicons, and large squads of them with identical body types are very common. However, they are not drones, but individuals with full capabilities for independent thought. They are led by Arcee, who has a unique bodyframe among the Omnicons.
Dreamwave Energon comics continuity
The Omnicons came about during " a time of expansion" on Cybertron, in the wake of Unicron and Megatron's defeat. They had "underdeveloped" social skills according to Over-Run, along with a tendency to preface anything they said with "CRZ" or "ZRT" or something.
Toys
Energon
- Omnicons (2003-2004)
- Arcee
- Arcee Paradron Type
- Skyblast
- Strongarm
- Energon Strongarm (redeco)
- Signal Flare
- Offshoot (redeco of Signal Flare)
- The Omnicons, along with their counterparts the Terrorcons, were sold carded, and filled the $7 price point previously filled by the Mini-Cons in Armada. They transform into futuristic/fanciful Earthen vehicles. Each comes with a translucent colored "Energon weapon", which can be combined and assembled in multiple configurations. The Omnicons and Terrorcons marked the return of the Basic size class in practice if not in name, which had not been part of the Armada toyline.
Attacktix
- Omnicon (Booster, 2006)
| ID number: | TF02 |
| Rarity: | |
| Faction: | Autobot |
| Class: | Trooper |
| Special: | Battle Cry - 6/26 (23%) success ratio |
| Point Cost: | 10 |
| Base Speed: | 4 |
| Attack Type: | Shooter (Small Missile) |
- Part of the first Transformers Attacktix assortment, Omnicon is a "generic" figure based on the Signal Flare/Offshoot body design, in mainly black and bronze. Omnicon has 4 points of articulation; waist, head and shoulders. While he is a small-based figure he is capable of creating an effective defensive tripod -- that is, supporting himself with his missile-launching arm.
- Omnicon's special power allows you to make an extra attack on your next turn if you have an Autobot figure in play.
- Skyblast - robot mode (Starter Set, 2006)
- Skyblast - vehicle mode (Starter Set, 2006)
- Arcee (Booster, 2007) - unreleased
- Strongarm (Booster, 2007) - unreleased
- Omnicon (Booster, 2007)
| ID number: | TF02 |
| Rarity: | |
| Faction: | Autobot |
| Class: | Trooper |
| Special: | Shootback |
| Point Cost: | 10 |
| Base Speed: | 4 |
| Attack Type: | Shooter (Small Missile) |
- Part of the "on indefinite haitus" second wave of Transformers Attacktix, this redeco of the original Omnicon piece was to have been a "Rare" Booster piece sold in randomly-packed two-packs.
 Proceed on your way to oblivion. |
