Groove (Universe)

The name or term "Groove" refers to more than one character or idea. For a list of other meanings, see Groove (disambiguation).

Groove is an Autobot Protectobot from the Unicron Trilogy continuity family (via the 2003 Universe series).

A member of the MicroMaster Protectobots, Groove fights against the forces of the evil Unicron. He combines with his teammates to form Defensor.

Fiction

Universe comic

In Aurex 1104.30-DB Zeta (a highly Primax-influenced universe), Groove was born from Dr. Brian Jones's attempts at reverse-engineering Maximus combiner technology and applying it to Mini-Con anatomy. Superion, Defensor, and Rail Racer fought Devastator in the Combiner Wars during the Unicron Singularity crisis. At some point, he was abducted by Unicron. Ask Vector Prime, 2015/07/31

Groove was one of the many Transformers held in the Cauldron, the death-pit deep within the shattered remains of Unicron. He and the other Protectobots formed Defensor when Trailbreaker and Silverbolt released the prisoners, making a break for freedom. Escape

Groove's only "appearance" in the comic is implied, not shown. It can be safely assumed that he was Defensor's back, however.

Toys

Universe (2003)

• Autobot Groove (MicroMaster Protectobot, 2004)
  • Accessories: Defensor "legs"

An exclusive to KB Toys stores, Groove is almost identical to the Micromaster reissue of Glide, transforming into a street performance motorcycle of undetermined model. His standard placement is as the "ass-guard" of Defensor, but he can also be used as the chest (which, due to his thin alternate mode, looks weird). He came with Defensor's pelvis and thighs.

• More information on Groove at TFU.info

Energon

• Autobot Groove (MicroMaster Protectobot, 2004)
  • Accessories: Defensor "legs"

Groove was released in Europe under the Energon line.