Energo weapon
| This article is about the melee weapons primarily used in the Generation 1 continuity family. For the weapons created by the Omnicons and Terrorcons in the Energon series, see Energon weapon. For other weapons that use energon, see Energon weapon (disambiguation). |
An energo weapon is a melee weapon that uses energon to power a shaped energy field that significantly enhances the cutting and blunt-impact properties of the weapon. When the fuel cell is consumed, the weapon can still be used at its "normal" potency.[1]
Blitzwing's electron scimitar operates on the same principle and is also energon-powered, but the mechanism differs.[1]
Let's just face it: the Dinobots like to kill things. They like it a lot. And they like to get up close and personal when doing it. But there are times when teeth and tail just won't cut it. When that time comes, the Dinobots will typically use their energo-swords.
Except for Swoop, who uses a thermal sword. He likes to be different.
And Slag and Snarl—they got a new kinetic sword and vigor sword, respectively, in the Generation 2 toyline.
Energo weapons
- Grimlock's energo-sword.
- Slag's energo-sword.
- Sludge's energo-sword.
- Snarl's energo-sword.
- Hooligan's energo axe
- The Quintessons have low-yield energo tendrils for close-range combat.[2]
- Bomb-Burst's energo-battle axe
- Blaze Master's rotor blades can be wielded as an energo-weapon in robot mode.
- Venom's energo-scythe.[3]
Fiction
Marvel The Transformers comics
Hooligan used an energo axe to devastating effect against Chameleon in the deadly games at the Jekka Amphitheatre. He later faced off against Ultra Magnus but lost. Ultra Magnus refused to use the energo axe to finish off Hooligan. Deadly Games!
Ratbat led an ambush on both Fortress Maximus and Grimlock's respective Autobot contingents while Grimlock and Blaster dueled for leadership on Earth's moon. While the Decepticon forces overwhelmed the Autobots on the surface of the moon, the island base attacked the Autobots from above, protected by a force field. However, Grimlock's energo-sword was able to cut through the force field, allowing Blaster to shoot the island base with his electro-scrambler, forcing a Decepticon retreat. Totaled!
Later, Grimlock fought off some Demons with his energo-sword after becoming an Action Master. Much fun was had. Except for the Demons. Still Life!
The Transformers cartoon
Apparently, Snarl's energo-sword can fire energy blasts. He did this when the Constructicons attacked the Autobots' base in an attempt to destroy Teletraan I. Heavy Metal War Later, after going to Dinobot Island, Snarl used the energo-sword for shooting at rocks during target practice. He needs to work on his aim. Dinobot Island, Part 2 Two decades later, Grimlock used his sword to swat away boulders launched at him. Madman's Paradise.
Dreamwave Generation One continuity
Grimlock shoved his energo-sword into Optimus Prime's hands, telling Prime to prove himself by killing Megatron, or Grimlock would kill him. The War Within #5 Optimus Prime used the weapon to beat Megatron senseless, but spared his life and left the energo-sword behind. Since Prime wasn't immediately slagged, it appears that Grimlock didn't really care. The War Within #6
After learning that Jetfire was meeting Shockwave in the Neutral Territories, Grimlock decided to kill them both and attempted to use his energo-sword to decapitate Jetfire. When The Fallen appeared, Grimlock tried to destroy him, but the Fallen merely grabbed the energo-sword's blade with his bare hand. Sometimes, it really helps to be on fire. The Dark Ages, Part 4
IDW Generation 1 continuity
Blackwall intended to defeat Grimlock and keep his "firesword" as a trophy, so Grimlock gave it to him. Blade first. Through his skull. Primacy #4
Ask Vector Prime
The Saber of Primax 905.22 Epsilon wielded an energo-sword. Ask Vector Prime, 15/9/2015
Games
Transformers: Fall of Cybertron
Grimlock wielded a large energo-sword as his main weapon. Fall of Cybertron
Toys
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Energon-based weaponry" from More Than Meets The Eye #8.
- ↑ Transformers: The Ultimate Guide, p52 (1st edition)
- ↑ Dreamwave Productions's More Than Meets The Eye #3, 2003
