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[[ | [[File:Sky Spy.jpg|upright=1.1|thumb|Kinda like a mini-satellite, except it doesn't fall.]] | ||
The '''Sky Spy''', a satellite-based technology designed for collection of information, is a component of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] [[Ark (G1)|expedition]] [[Nemesis (G1)|ships]]. It is responsible for data collection, such as the vehicle [[Scanning|scans]] used to reformat the first generation of Transformers following their arrival on [[Earth]]. | The '''Sky Spy''', a satellite-based technology designed for collection of information, is a component of [[Cybertron (planet)|Cybertronian]] [[Ark (G1)|expedition]] [[Nemesis (G1)|ships]]. It is responsible for data collection, such as the vehicle [[Scanning|scans]] used to reformat the first generation of Transformers following their arrival on [[Earth]]. | ||
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===Generation 1=== | ===Generation 1=== | ||
====''The Transformers'' cartoon==== | ====''The Transformers'' cartoon==== | ||
After being reactivated by seismic activity from the volcano the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] crashed into, Teletraan I deployed a Sky Spy to explore the area for suitable [[Earth|Earth-based]] [[Alternate mode|alt modes]] for the [[Stasis lock|stasis-locked]] [[Transformer | After being reactivated by seismic activity from the volcano the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]] crashed into, Teletraan I deployed a Sky Spy to explore the area for suitable [[Earth|Earth-based]] [[Alternate mode|alt modes]] for the [[Stasis lock|stasis-locked]] [[Transformer]]s. {{storylink|More than Meets the Eye, Part 1}} A Sky Spy was also used to scout the Arctic Circle for the cause of the global decline in temperature. During its pass, it spotted a large green crystal protruding out of the snow and ice. It also detected Decepticon activity in the area. {{storylink|Fire in the Sky}} One Sky Spy unit met its demise when it was shot out of the sky by [[Megatron (G1)/Generation 1 cartoon continuity|Megatron]] using the ancient [[Crystal of Power]]. {{storylink|Fire on the Mountain}} That unit was later re-enabled, after Ratchet said that Teletraan I was debugged, and being "checked out". The unit then unveiled the largest Space Bridge the Decepticons had built up to that point. {{storylink|The Ultimate Doom}} Some time later, Sky Spy was observing the coast of [[Japan]] when the electronic gremlin [[Kremzeek]] ran amok in [[Ark (G1)|Autobot Headquarters]]. It escaped by 'riding' Sky Spy's transmission beam and emerged in Japan. {{storylink|Kremzeek!}} | ||
====Dreamwave ''Generation One'' | ====Dreamwave ''Generation One'' continuity==== | ||
[[ | [[File:Black Sunshine Sky Spy closeup.jpg|upright=0.85|thumb|If this were ''The Legend of Zelda'', Sheikah involvement would be suspected.]] | ||
[[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] deployed a Sky Spy to scan suitable alternate Earth-modes for his [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]]. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} | [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] deployed a Sky Spy to scan suitable alternate Earth-modes for his [[Combaticon (G1)|Combaticons]]. {{storylink|Black Sunshine}} | ||
====''Transformers/G.I. Joe''==== | ====''Transformers/G.I. Joe''==== | ||
[[ | [[File:Transformed repair drone.jpg|upright=0.85|left|thumb]] | ||
A "repair drone" on the [[Fera Islands]] was activated by accident by members of [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]. It immediately flew up with a velocity greater than sound's and scanned the surrounding area to find suitable alternate modes for the Autobots. During its search, it was spotted by [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], informing both the Decepticons it wouldn't be long before they'd face their old enemies again. {{storylink|Transformed}} | A "repair drone" on the [[Fera Islands]] was activated by accident by members of [[G.I. Joe (team)|G.I. Joe]]. It immediately flew up with a velocity greater than sound's and scanned the surrounding area to find suitable alternate modes for the Autobots. During its search, it was spotted by [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] and [[Megatron (G1)|Megatron]], informing both the Decepticons it wouldn't be long before they'd face their old enemies again. {{storylink|Transformed}} | ||
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[[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] shot down Sky Spy as it had the ability to shut down Megatron's weather control machine. [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] was sent to retrieve the Sky Spy, and ended up using it during a rescue to scan the mind of a human in order to gain the medical knowledge needed for an operation. The human, a veteran nicknamed [[Stitch]], returned the favour by using the titanium from his prosthetic hand to complete repairs on Sky Spy, and the device was successfully used to shut down Megatron's machine. {{storylink|Healers, Fighters, and Transformers}} | [[Starscream (G1)|Starscream]] shot down Sky Spy as it had the ability to shut down Megatron's weather control machine. [[Ratchet (G1)|Ratchet]] was sent to retrieve the Sky Spy, and ended up using it during a rescue to scan the mind of a human in order to gain the medical knowledge needed for an operation. The human, a veteran nicknamed [[Stitch]], returned the favour by using the titanium from his prosthetic hand to complete repairs on Sky Spy, and the device was successfully used to shut down Megatron's machine. {{storylink|Healers, Fighters, and Transformers}} | ||
====IDW Generation 1 | ====IDW Generation 1 continuity==== | ||
During the [[Clampdown]], the [[Senate|government]] used Sky Spies to keep an eye on the populace. For their own security, of course. {{storylink|Shadowplay, Part 1: Post Hoc|Post Hoc}} Many were used to boost the security at the [[Primal Basilica]], and one (Sky Spy 12-0815) recorded the destruction of [[Rodion]]'s police headquarters. {{storylink|Shadowplay (Conclusion): An Intimate Beheading|An Intimate Beheading}} | During the [[Clampdown]], the [[Senate|government]] used Sky Spies to keep an eye on the populace. For their own security, of course. {{storylink|Shadowplay, Part 1: Post Hoc|Post Hoc}} Many were used to boost the security at the [[Primal Basilica]], and one (Sky Spy 12-0815) recorded the destruction of [[Rodion]]'s police headquarters. {{storylink|Shadowplay (Conclusion): An Intimate Beheading|An Intimate Beheading}} | ||
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===''Animated'' cartoon=== | ===''Animated'' cartoon=== | ||
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*In the [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|Generation 1 comic]] and [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s [[Transformers/G.I. Joe|G.I. Joe crossover comic]], the satellite drone operated by the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s computer is not given a name. | *In the [[Marvel Comics|Marvel]] [[The Transformers (Marvel comic)|Generation 1 comic]] and [[Dreamwave Productions|Dreamwave]]'s [[Transformers/G.I. Joe|G.I. Joe crossover comic]], the satellite drone operated by the [[Ark (G1)|Ark]]'s computer is not given a name. | ||
*[[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]] was the first one to coin the name 'Sky Spy' in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|''The Transformers'' cartoon]] episode "[[ | *[[Spike Witwicky (G1)|Spike]] was the first one to coin the name 'Sky Spy' in the [[The Transformers (cartoon)|''The Transformers'' cartoon]] episode "[[Fire in the Sky]]". | ||
==See also== | ==See also== | ||
Revision as of 07:03, 27 February 2014
The Sky Spy, a satellite-based technology designed for collection of information, is a component of Cybertronian expedition ships. It is responsible for data collection, such as the vehicle scans used to reformat the first generation of Transformers following their arrival on Earth.
Fiction
Generation 1
The Transformers cartoon
After being reactivated by seismic activity from the volcano the Ark crashed into, Teletraan I deployed a Sky Spy to explore the area for suitable Earth-based alt modes for the stasis-locked Transformers. More than Meets the Eye, Part 1 A Sky Spy was also used to scout the Arctic Circle for the cause of the global decline in temperature. During its pass, it spotted a large green crystal protruding out of the snow and ice. It also detected Decepticon activity in the area. Fire in the Sky One Sky Spy unit met its demise when it was shot out of the sky by Megatron using the ancient Crystal of Power. Fire on the Mountain That unit was later re-enabled, after Ratchet said that Teletraan I was debugged, and being "checked out". The unit then unveiled the largest Space Bridge the Decepticons had built up to that point. The Ultimate Doom Some time later, Sky Spy was observing the coast of Japan when the electronic gremlin Kremzeek ran amok in Autobot Headquarters. It escaped by 'riding' Sky Spy's transmission beam and emerged in Japan. Kremzeek!
Dreamwave Generation One continuity
Starscream deployed a Sky Spy to scan suitable alternate Earth-modes for his Combaticons. Black Sunshine
Transformers/G.I. Joe
A "repair drone" on the Fera Islands was activated by accident by members of G.I. Joe. It immediately flew up with a velocity greater than sound's and scanned the surrounding area to find suitable alternate modes for the Autobots. During its search, it was spotted by Starscream and Megatron, informing both the Decepticons it wouldn't be long before they'd face their old enemies again. Transformed
Transformers Legends anthology
Starscream shot down Sky Spy as it had the ability to shut down Megatron's weather control machine. Ratchet was sent to retrieve the Sky Spy, and ended up using it during a rescue to scan the mind of a human in order to gain the medical knowledge needed for an operation. The human, a veteran nicknamed Stitch, returned the favour by using the titanium from his prosthetic hand to complete repairs on Sky Spy, and the device was successfully used to shut down Megatron's machine. Healers, Fighters, and Transformers
IDW Generation 1 continuity
During the Clampdown, the government used Sky Spies to keep an eye on the populace. For their own security, of course. Post Hoc Many were used to boost the security at the Primal Basilica, and one (Sky Spy 12-0815) recorded the destruction of Rodion's police headquarters. An Intimate Beheading
Robots in Disguise
When Koji Onishi wondered if they'd ever find his father, Midnight Express assured him that their Sky Spies were out searching for the Predacons 24/7. Hope for the Future
Animated cartoon
Notes
- In the Marvel Generation 1 comic and Dreamwave's G.I. Joe crossover comic, the satellite drone operated by the Ark's computer is not given a name.
- Spike was the first one to coin the name 'Sky Spy' in the The Transformers cartoon episode "Fire in the Sky".
See also
