Rik Alvarez

J.E "Rik" Alvarez was formerly an intellectual property development manager at Hasbro. Formerly a writer and editor with Fun Publications, Alvarez was a member of the Transformers fandom before crossing over into official capacities.

Alvarez first came into prominence in 1999 with the publication of his Unofficial Guide to Transformers: 1980s Through 1990s.

Alvarez is ambidextrous, and frequently lightens the mood around the Hasbro, Inc. offices with feats of juggling.

He officiated at Aaron Archer's wedding.

Transformers credits

Lead writer

Transformers Collectors' Club issues 6 to ???

Assistant editor

Transformers Collectors' Club issues 6 to 12

Plot

• Wings of Honor

Audio commentary

• The Transformers: The Movie — 20th anniversary edition

• The Transformers: The Movie fan commentary (with Paul Hitchens, Joe Moore, and Alex Weiner)
• "Scramble City: Mobilization" (with Alex Weiner)