Transformers: Armada
“Detection” – Episode 27
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Narrator: The war between the Autobots and the Decepticons rages on, as they struggle to retrieve the prized Mini-Cons. There are new and more powerful Mini-Cons surfacing every day. If the Decepticons prove victorious, then Megatron, and his enslaved Mini-Cons will control the universe. The Earth’s only chance for a peaceful cosmos is for Optimus Prime and the Autobots to destroy their enemy, and free all Mini-Cons. Now, get ready for a new battle.

[Transition]

Smokescreen: You don’t stand a chance against me, Jetfire.

Jetfire: Oh yeah? Bring it on, Smokey!

Smokescreen: Okay, but remember, you asked for it.

Jetfire: I’m ready when you are.

Smokescreen: I’m gonna enjoy this.

Jetfire: You’re all talk, let’s see some action!

Smokescreen: In my rulebook, loser always goes first!

Jetfire: Same in mine, so how come you’re not following?

Alexis: Come on, Smokescreen! Do it, Jetfire! Go for it!

Carlos: Hey, Alexis, how come you’re cheering for both of them?

Alexis: Because, Carlos, I want them both to win.

Carlos: Yeah, right, sure. I just don’t understand girls.

Hot Shot: Yeah! That’s it! Ya got him now, Smokescreen!

Smokescreen: Well, what are the chances of that happening, you beat me again. I think my arm must’ve fallen asleep, so lucky break for you this time, Jetfire.

Hot Shot: Nice try, Smokescreen, but that makes it your third loss in a row.

Jetfire: He just can’t admit being inferior to me, that’s all.

Carlos: Lucky he doesn’t have an ego.

Rad: Yeah.

Alexis: Right. (VO) It seems, ever since Jetfire showed up on Earth, the mood around the Autobots’ base has really come alive. Everyone is so — full of energy, and ready to go into battle against the Decepticons. Now it’s only a matter of time before they have to put it to the test. Something I’m not looking forward to.

[Transition]

Thrust: I must admit, Megatron, that my battle plans have fallen – how should I put it – a little short. But it gave me a chance to assess our fighting power and I’ve made a few adjustments for our next encounter.

Megatron: Hmmm…

Thrust: Simply put, the Autobots do not match our superior assault, defense and strategic abilities. There is however one area that our enemy does seem to have a slight advantage in. How should I put this…

Megatron: Yes, what? Well, come on, spit it out.

Thrust: Promise you won’t get angry at me?

Megatron: I do not like games. Now out with it.

Thrust: They know how to work as a team.

Megatron: Bah! Are you implying that we are disorganized, Thrust? Don’t you dare insult my ability as supreme leader of the Decepticons unless you are willing to back it up with your life! My men are far superior to every single Autobot ever created.

Thrust: I totally agree, sir. I’m just making an observation. The Decepticons overall are superior, but if you’ll allow me to explain, they lack discipline and in battle they don’t work together as a team. I’ve seen it happen twice now and both times we were defeated. Give me a chance to finish! Uh, thank you, sir. You won’t regret your decision. However, if you still insist on destroying me, then so be it. I’m just saying, we can’t continue the way we have been. Otherwise we don’t stand a chance in winning the war against the Autobots.

Megatron: So, then are suggesting you have yet another little plan, Thrust?

Thrust: I do, and I suggest it only as your strategist. Uh, believe me, sir, I have no intention of over-stepping my rank.

Cyclonus: Yeah, yeah, yeah. You’ve been babbling away about all your great strategies, but you haven’t won a single battle yet!

Demolishor: He’s right, sir. So far Thrust has been nothing but talk. And besides, he doesn’t even help us —

Thrust: — I’ve heard enough whining! Don’t any of you get my point?! Here we are, arguing, which is exactly what I’ve been trying to explain to you. Meanwhile, the Autobots are probably out collecting Mini-Cons! We must capture the Skyboom shield from the Autobots. That, combined with the Star Saber, will make us invincible!

Megatron: You’re right. I am sick and tired of being on this miserable bleak little planet. We simply must retrieve the Skyboom shield.

Thrust: And once this happens, more Decepticons will come to Earth to help us in our quest!

Megatron: What do you mean more Decepticons?

Thrust: Trust me, everything will become clear in time. But first, we have another issue that must be attended to.

Hot Shot: Huh? Oh, what’s the deal with this thing?

Red Alert: What are you doing, Hot Shot? It doesn’t go there.

Hot Shot: No way. I was sure it was supposed to go here.

Red Alert: No, Optimus, sir. That panel goes on the other wall. Okay listen, everyone take a break. I’ll finish up here.

Carlos: Hey guys, check out Red Alert. I think he just appointed himself king-bot.

Rad: Well, by the looks of it, he sure knows what he’s doing.

Alexis: Hey, wait a second, has anyone seen Jetfire?

Carlos: Yeah, where is he?

Hot Shot: Eh, he’s probably just slacking off somewhere. And I think I’m gonna join him, because I don’t have a clue about all this techno-geek stuff. See ya.

Carlos: Well hey, Hot Shot, wait up! So what’s the plan here, anyway? Are all you guys heading back to Cybertron once your shuttle is up and running? Well, c’mon, what’s the scoop?

Hot Shot: Our mission is to recover every single Mini-Con. And until that job is completed, we stay put. That’s the scoop.

Rad: But eventually, you are going back?

Hot Shot: You betcha. And honestly, I can hardly wait. But don’t worry, one day we’ll all come back here. I mean, after all, I think I’d really start to miss you guys. Know what I mean?

Rad: Hey, I got a question. How come Jetfire doesn’t act like second-in-command?

Carlos: Yeah, I know. The dude just seems to slack off all the time.

Alexis: He’s not at all like Optimus.

Hot Shot: And he’s not as good looking as me, either!

Alexis: Well, I suppose so. You do have a sort of rugged charm.

Hot Shot: You seriously think I’m hot stuff?

Alexis: Hey, don’t let it go to your head, all right? What a poser.

Rad & Carlos: Hahahaha.

[Recap from “Underground”]

Cyclonus: Transform and powerlink! Ha, ha, hahaha!

[End Recap]

Jetfire: Impressive display of firepower, Cyclonus.

Hot Shot: Hey Jetfire. What’s up?

Jetfire: I was just reviewing some data on our last battle with the Decepticons.

Hot Shot: Hey, we thought you were just slacking off.

Alexis: Aw, he’s doing his homework. Unlike a few others I just won’t mention.

Carlos: Hey, did you just diss us, Alexis?

Rad: Check it out! Hey, that was the first time Optimus went up against Megatron.

Carlos: High Wire transformed to become Perceptor.

Alexis: And remember how Hot Shot and Carlos nearly became Swiss cheese?

[Recap from “Soldier”]

Carlos: Aaaahhh!

[End Recap]

Carlos: Aw, man, don’t even go there, or I’ll end up in therapy.

Rad: Oh yeah, and remember the first time we saw Optimus transform into that really cool base? It was sweet.

Carlos: We might’ve lost that battle, but at least we saved the forest.

[Recap from “Palace”]

Demolishor: Powerlink! Fire!

[End Recap]

[Recap from “Underground”]

Hot Shot: Transform! Powerlink!

[End Recap]

[Recap from “Gale”]

Sideways: Transform! I’m a bit of a drifter, maybe that’s why I’m here.

[End Recap]

Jetfire: Wait a second, who’s that?

Rad: That’s Sideways.

Carlos: He is a low-life. He pretended to be an Autobot and then he deserted us.

Alexis: He totally tricked us, and he had full run of our base and everything.

Hot Shot: Yeah, that virus even had me fooled. Then he had the gull to go and steal the Star Saber from me.

Jetfire: Sideways, huh? Looks like a low-life to me.

Sideways: Don’t you think Thrust will foil Megatron’s plans to takeover the universe, Demolishor?

Demolishor: I don’t trust him as far as I can throw him. I’d like to crush that arrogant mainframe into a pile of — titanium shavings.

Sideways: Something has to be done about Thrust, or we can just say goodbye to winning this war.

Demolishor: So, you have any ideas?

Sideways: Yes. We must destroy him.

Demolishor: But how? I mean, we both know he’s Megatron’s right-hand man.

Sideways: He’s playing a con game with Megatron, and winner takes all.

Demolishor: Then we have no choice.

Sideways: Are you loyal to Megatron? Now’s the time to prove it, Demolishor.

Demolishor: B-b-but if we bring Thrust down, won’t it go against Megatron’s orders?

Sideways: I told you, it’s for Megatron’s own good.

Demolishor: Are you sure about this?

Sideways: I’m positive. Now go show your allegiance to Megatron. It’s your duty.

Demolishor: Yes, you’re right. It will be done.

Sideways: That’s the spirit. Now show me what you can do against that traitor Thrust.

Demolishor: Don’t worry, Sideways, you can count on me. The first thing I’ll do is convince Cyclonus and Starscream to take care of this little matter and then we’ll eliminate Thrust before you can blink an eye. Hey, where do you think you’re going?

Sideways: Forget it, Demolishor. I’ll take care of this myself. And if it means sending Megatron into exile…

Demolishor: Wait, Sideways! I can do this, really! Just give me a chance to prove myself.

Sideways: Hmm, I’m not so sure. What makes you think I can trust you?

Demolishor: There is no one more loyal to Megatron than me, and never question it again, Sideways.

Sideways: Hahahaha.

Jetfire: That’s weird.

Hot Shot: Uh, what’s weird?

Jetfire: Are you really sure he’s a Decepticon?

Hot Shot: Huh?

Carlos: But he pulled a fast one on us. What else could he be, Jetfire?

Jetfire: Don’t be so quick to judge. Check this out.

[Recap of “Decisive Battle”]

Cyclonus: Ha, ha, ha! Woohoo-hoo-hahaha! Hahahaha! Yeeeeehooohooo! Awwwowww…

[End Recap]

Jetfire: Here. Now zoom in.

Kids: Huh?!

Carlos: Holy cow.

Jetfire: It was Sideways who fired that shot on Cyclonus.

Hot Shot: How can you be so sure? Maybe it’s just a video glitch.

Jetfire: I don’t think so. I’ve watched this footage a hundred times, and it’s Sideways, all right.

Alexis: I agree, Jetfire. And I didn’t see any sign of a digital video edit.

Hot Shot: But why in the world was he helping us out? I still don’t get it.

Carlos: Yeah, something here still doesn’t make sense to me.

Rad: And to me either. Something — something is wrong here.

[Commercial]

Thrust: Megatron? Megatron! Where are you? I wonder why he wanted to meet me way out here. I’m starting to get a funny feeling about this.

Demolishor: Hahaha. Don’t play me for a fool, Thrust. I know you’re only out to bring down Megatron and I won’t let that happen. I’ve had enough of your insubordination, you worthless weasel, and now it’s time to throw out the trash! And don’t you ever show your face around here again, Thrust! Because if you do, I’ll be waiting for you!

Sideways: Heh, heh, heh. That should keep him busy for a while. Sideways reporting in as ordered. The Autobots are now the stronger army. Huh? Who’s there?

Starscream: Hahaha. I thought it was you.

Sideways: Eat laser.

Starscream: My gut instinct was right about you, Sideways.

Demolishor: Talk, talk, talk! Enough already!

Starscream: Would you zip it and hurry up, Demolishor?

Demolishor: Does anyone know where we’re going around here? Oh. Hey there, Sideways. What’s he doing down here?

Starscream: He pulled a fast one on us, gentlemen.

Demolishor: Huh? Serious?

Cyclonus: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha! Are you deaf? He just said Sideways duped us, moron.

Demolishor: So that must mean —

Thrust: — It means Sideways has another agenda against our great leader, Megatron. It’s that simple. If you recall, I mentioned there was no unity among us. That’s because we have been infiltrated by a spy!

Demolishor: I don’t believe this! How could I have been so gullible!

Cyclonus: Aw, don’t cwy, poow baby. Hehehe, hoho.

Megatron: Good work, Thrust.

Thrust: Thank you, sir.

Megatron: I knew I could count on you. It’s time to pay for your crime, Sideways.

Starscream: What’s happening?!

Sideways: Transform!

Demolishor: After him!

Thrust: Transform! I’m on ‘im.

Starscream: Transform.

Megatron: Stay put and let Thrust handle this. And let’s see what a loyal warrior he turns out to be.

Thrust: Halt or I’ll fire!

Sideways: Whoooaaa…

Rad: So can we trust Sideways, or what’s the deal?

Jetfire: I wish I had an answer for ya, Rad. It’s the like the old saying, a good defense is the best offense. So I think we just keep our eye on him.

Billy: Boy, I wish I knew.

Carlos: Yeah. Me too, Billy.

Fred: Hey, when are we gonna eat?

Carlos: Would you just forget about your stomach for five minutes, Fred? We should listen to Jetfire.

Rad: You know, I guess it would help if we knew exactly what Sideways’ intentions here on Earth were.

Carlos: To collect Mini-Cons. What else, Rad?

Alexis: Wait, if you think about it for a minute, he’s had chances to steal the shield and the Star Saber.

Fred: Yeah, that’s right!

Carlos: Good point.

Fred: Well, not to change the subject or anything, but is anyone here getting hungry? Because I am.

Jetfire: You never stop, do ya?

Alexis: So then we all agree. For now Sideways can’t be trusted.

Jetfire: Right. You got it. Yup. Can’t be trusted. No siree. He’s definitely off the list.

Sideways: I’ve forgot what a good stalker you are. Time to flush you out into the open, my friend, because I know you can’t hide in my dust.

Thrust: Heh, heh, heh. I hope you realise I outpower you, with my Mini-Con Inferno!

Sideways: What?

Thrust: Surprise. Hahahaha.

Megatron: Hmmm… I must say I’m impressed. Listen up! Destroy him, Thrust!

Thrust: Yessir!

Megatron: Now what?

Thrust: What happened?

Sideways: Hahahaha.

Megatron: Impossible…

Cyclonus: H-h-how’d he do that?

Demolishor: This is getting weird.

Sideways: Hahahaha!

Megatron: Identify yourself!

Demolishor: I’ve had all I can stand of this freakshow!

Starscream: You’re dog meat, scum!

Cyclonus: Eat lead, ya traitor!

Megatron: That’s enough, men! I’ll finish him off.

Decepticons: Hehehehehe!

Megatron: Are you all right, Thrust?

Thrust: Yes, sir.

Megatron: Nicely done. It seems we finally eradicated the virus. Hmmm, what the?

Sideways: This is one virus you’ll never eliminate, Megatron! Y’see, I can change my appearance anytime I please. And I can fight in any power level, so you’ll never destroy me. Never! Hahahaha!

Megatron: I’m going to crush you like a bug!

Sideways: The Skyboom shield and the Star Saber are just mere toys to me, Megatron. There are millions of Mini-Cons out there to be recovered. And let’s see who’s gonna win that race! Hahahahahaha! Hahahahaha!

[Commercial]

Megatron: Optimus, do the smart thing and surrender.

Optimus: You should take your own advice, Megatron!

Megatron: No one has ever won a war with mere words. And once I’ve collected all the Mini-Cons, you shall be no more.

Optimus: I’ve had enough of your ceaseless blathering. The Mini-Cons belong to us!

Megatron: Fire at will.

Optimus: Take cover, and return fire!

Rad (VO): A new battle has begun and the Autobots are going head-to-head with the Decepticons. The question is, do the Autobots have what it takes to fend off the bad guys — or is it only a matter of time before Megatron controls the universe?

[End]