Transformers: Energon
“A Tale of Two Heroes” – Episode 18
Written by Voicebox Productions
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Inferno: Optimus! I’ve discovered the source of the transmission. It appears to be coming from a Decepticon warp point.

Optimus: Keep a safe distance but maintain surveillance. Megatron might’ve set up a defensive line and we don’t want to fly into a trap.

Inferno: Yes, sir!

Q-2: My head is spinning out of control!

Q-1: How much Energon was taken?! How much?!

Q-3: We’ll need even more Energon now if we want to complete Unicron!

Q-2: Let nothing stand in our way! Not the Autobots… Not Megatron, nothing! Hahahaha! Ahahahaha!

Scorponok: Allow me to get it, Alpha Q. Megatron still thinks I’m working with him to complete Unicron’s torso. It’s going well, but we need more Energon.

Q-1: Do you think you can get the Energon by yourself, Scorponok?

Q-2: Is there another way?

Q-3: There is no other way! What are you scheming?

Scorponok: I’ll use Rodimus!

Qs: Ahahahahahahahahaha!

Q-4: You want to use Rodimus, hmmm? Very well. Bring us the Energon any way you can. But do not fail, I am starting to lose control.

Kicker: I’ve got a bad feeling about this.

Ironhide: You really think the Decepticons are gonna try to attack us all the way out here?

Kicker: Why wouldn’t they? But it’s not so much the Decepticons that worry me, it’s that Unicron thing.

Ironhide: Yeah, I definitely know what you mean, Kicker. Unicron gives me the creeps.

Kicker: Hhh… Me too. I dunno what it is, but I feel Unicron getting stronger all the time.

Ironhide: Huh.

Kicker: Is that what I think it is?

Ironhide: Yeah! It’s a Decepticon ship! Let’s get ’em!

Kicker: No, wait! It’s something else! Look at the colours they’re flying.

Misha: That’s what Kicker said, Optimus. It’s Rodimus’ ship.

Optimus: Rodimus. Hmmm… I wonder why he’s following us.

Misha: You can ask him if you want. I have Commander Rodimus on a secure channel right now.

Optimus: Good. Open the channel, Misha.

Rodimus: Optimus Prime, well it’s been a long time, hasn’t it?

Optimus: Too long, Rodimus. It’s good to see you again.

Rodimus: I’m sorry, there’s no time to talk about the old days. I’m afraid it’s the future that we need to discuss. I’d like your permission to come aboard.

Optimus: Yes… But we’re in a hurry.

Rodimus: I understand, but believe me, what I have to tell you is of the utmost importance.

Optimus: We’ll slow down so you can come across. All engines, full stop!

Rodimus: Thank you for granting my request, Optimus. I’ll try not to delay you any longer than I have to.

Hot Shot: Optimus, I don’t like this! Something’s not right.

Optimus: What do you mean?

Hot Shot: I don’t know how, but I think Rodimus is somehow involved with Unicron!

Jetfire: Hot Shot, do you have any proof to back that up?

Hot Shot: No, I just have a feeling, that’s all.

Optimus: Keep those feelings to yourself, Hot Shot, and let’s give Rodimus the proper reception he deserves.

Ironhide: Excuse me, sir? Rodimus is coming aboard?

Rodimus: I’d like to thank you again, Optimus. I realize this is a bit of an inconvenience.

Optimus: It’s not a problem. But we don’t have much time. Let’s talk privately.

Kicker: It’s hard to tell what Rodimus’ intentions are. We better keep an eye on him just to be safe.

Rodimus: This might sound strange, but you mustn’t destroy Unicron.

Optimus: Not destroy Unicron?!

Rodimus: That’s right. Instead of destroying Unicron, I would rather see Megatron defeated first. And of course, I’ll offer you any help that I can.

Optimus: Megatron’s my priority, but I’m sure you realize how dangerous Unicron can be once he’s awakened.

Rodimus: I suppose you see Unicron as the ultimate evil. Is that what you think it is?

Optimus: Yes, of course.

Rodimus: I’m afraid that’s not so.

Optimus: What do you mean?

Rodimus: Unicron has the power to create new lifeforms.

Optimus: It can create new life?

Rodimus: Yes, that’s right. Take the Terrorcons, for example. They’re a lifeform that Alpha Q used the power of Unicron to create.

Optimus: I wasn’t aware of that. Rodimus, I do know that Unicron is bent on destroying the universe, so I have no other choice but to destroy it.

Rodimus: Don’t you see Unicron becomes a danger only in the hands of someone like Megatron? But Unicron can be used as a source of good.

Optimus: You’re being naive. What happens if Alpha Q takes complete control of Unicron?

Rodimus: You may not know this, but Alpha Q’s home planet was consumed by Unicron in the past.

Optimus: Huh?

Inferno: Hey Kicker, I’m gonna run a diagnostic on the warp engine. Gimme a hand.

Kicker: Hey… Inferno.

Inferno: Hmm?

Kicker: I was just wondering how Rodimus and Optimus know eachother. I mean — are they old friends, or what?

Inferno: Commander Rodimus became a great warrior after leaving planet Cybertron, whereas Optimus Prime decided to remain on Cybertron and became a great hero to all the Autobots. Back then, many of our kind joined Rodimus and headed off into space under his leadership. But that put our planet in great danger, and left us open to attack by our enemies. It was lucky for all of us that Optimus had chosen to stay on Cybertron, and we became organized and were able to protect the planet. I don’t know how long they’ve known eachother, but I know they have a great respect between them even though they’ve lived very different lives.

Misha: They really are heroes, aren’t they?

Inferno: Hmm?

Misha: I mean, both of them. They’re one of a kind.

Inferno: That’s right. They are.

Rodimus: If you choose not to destroy Unicron, it may be possible to re-create the planets that it consumed in its quest for Energon.

Optimus: It’s not that I don’t understand how you feel, but you have to realize that one Unicron is resurrected, many more planets will be put in danger. It’s just too risky.

Rodimus: I’m aware of the risks involved in this.

Optimus: Huh.

Rodimus: Listen, Optimus. The reason I’m telling you all this is I want to restore Alpha Q’s planet.

Optimus: No! That’s too dangerous. How many times do I have to tell you I’m not prepare to go along with this gamble.

Rodimus: You’re being stubborn! Prowl! Let’s go.

Prowl: Uhh, yessir!

Optimus: Hmm… There must be more to this than Rodimus is saying.

Jetfire: Optimus?

Optimus: As soon as Rodimus leaves, we’re going to make immediate preparations to depart. We’re going after Unicron.

Jetfire: Yessir!

Prowl: Rodimus, do you think we should be leaving like this? I – I mean what’re you gonna tell Alpha Q?

Rodimus: Hmmm… I’ll think of something. I just wish Optimus could see things my way!

Ironhide: What?! They’re working with Alpha Q?!

Kicker: Hey Ironhide, what’s going on? What’re you doing here all alone?

Ironhide: What? Er – uh – nothin’.

Kicker: Yeah right. If you’re not doing anything, then what’s the Energon star for?

Ironhide: What? Uh, uhh… this is for, uhh…

Kicker: I know, it’s for Alpha Q. And if you follow Rodimus, he’ll lead you straight to him, right? That’s what you’re planning, isn’t it?

Ironhide: Uhh… Well, yeah… How’d ya know?

Kicker: Nevermind that. Just hurry up and transform. The ship’s gonna be gone if you keep standing around here.

Ironhide: Do you think I should go? I… mean, do you think I should go all by myself?

Optimus: All personnel to your stations! Set a course for Unicron. We’re going in!

Ironhide: Uhh, it’s just that I’ve always lived my life following someone else around. Like maybe it’s time I see what I can do on my own. Y’understand what I mean, Kicker?

Kicker: I know exactly how you feel. I’m always being told what to do. If you have to do this on your own, then go for it.

Ironhide: Yeah. I will.

Kicker: Egh.

Ironhide: Uhhh.

Kicker: C’mon! What’re you waiting for? This is your chance! Get on with it!

Ironhide: Okay. And thanks. Thanks a lot, Kicker.

Kicker: Just get going, would ya? Rodimus’ ship is already leaving.

Ironhide: It is? Oh, right.

Kicker: Here. You might need this.

Ironhide: Ohh… oh.

Kicker: Take it. I wouldn’t want you to get hurt out there. Oh, gimme a break! Don’t start ballin’!

Optimus: I guess this is goodbye. Until we meet again, Rodimus.

Kicker: Good luck, Ironhide. Be careful out there. Make sure you come back in one piece.

Ironhide: Man, how far is this ship goin’ anyways?

Rodimus: Heh, heh, heh, heh… Well, it looks like we have a stowaway onboard. Is that the only one that’s tagging along with us?

Landmine: Yes it is, sir. He looks familiar. Say, isn’t that the one that tried to fight you?

Prowl: Well, maybe he’s come back for some more. You want me to get rid of him, sir? It’ll be my pleasure.

Rodimus: We’ll let him be. I’m sure he means no harm. After all, weren’t we all young and adventurous once? I hope he enjoys the ride.

Inferno: Sir, there it is. You want me to go any closer or should I keep the ship at this distance?

Optimus: Hold this position for the time being. I want to see what we’re up against here. So that’s what Unicron looks like now.

Jetfire: Big and ugly as ever, sir. And getting bigger all the time, no doubt. Look at the size of that thing!

Misha: Whoa, that’s Unicron?

Inferno: Well, one good this is it’s not complete yet.

Optimus: But it’s dangerous. It has more power than anything we’ve ever delt with.

Kicker: That’s Unicron? Oh man… It’s practically a planet! I heard it was big, but until you see it you don’t realize how huge it is!

Hot Shot: Is somethin’ bugging you, Kicker?

Kicker: What? Me, scared?

Hot Shot: Ya should be. That thing could consume the universe if it really wanted to. I’m pretty scared myself. So, hey, it’s all right.

Kicker: I’m not scared!

Hot Shot: Huh? Hey, where did Ironhide disappear to?

Kicker: Oh, um, maybe he’s on the port side deck. Yeah, that’s it.

Hot Shot: Ahh, don’t tell me! Well, I’ve done some pretty crazy things in my past, too.

Kicker: So I’ve heard. Like that time you snuck into that enemy base on your own and went totally ballistic? You understand, then. Ironhide looks up to you. He didn’t know what he could do on his own so he’s gone to test himself. He’s just tired of being told what to do. Just like I am.

Hot Shot: Yeah. I understand. Come in, Optimus. This is Hot Shot reporting. Ironhide has taken off. He’s following Rodimus’ ship and it looks like he’s going to enter into Unicron.

Kicker: Hey, Hot Shot!

Hot Shot: Sorry, it’s my duty to report that.

Kicker: But, hhh.

Hot Shot: But I do understand that a soldier’s gotta do what a soldier’s gotta do. Hey, we all have to.

Jetfire: That Ironhide sure is a wild one. You want me to call ‘im back, sir?

Optimus: Haha, no, leave him. He’ll be fine.

Ironhide: (VO) I’m starting to think that maybe this wasn’t such a good idea after all.

Ironhide: Aw, man, there’s Unicron. Oh, no… We’re gonna go all the way inside? I sure hope I can find my way out again. This really was a very bad idea! Aww, I wish Kicker was here now. He’d know how to get us out of this mess.

Megatron: So where was this suspicious ship last seen?

Starscream: On the side of Unicron that faces the Earth.

Megatron: Hahaha! It must be Optimus Prime! He’s come snooping around to see what he can find! Leave him alone.

Starscream: Huh?

Megatron: This is perfect. Unicron will be resurrected shortly and its first victim will be Optimus Prime. Things couldn’t have worked out better even if I had planned them all myself. Just relax, Starscream, and enjoy the show! Heh, hahaha! Hahaha!

Misha: Sir! I picked up a Decepticon signal! They’re very close, and moving fast towards us!

Optimus: How many are there?!

Snow Cat: (Yodels.)

Tidal Wave: Heheheheheheh…

Snow Cat: Wooohoo! The Autobots should know better than to try and sneak up on us! Hahaha!

Demolishor: Yeah, time to do some damage! Ergh!

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave!

Kicker: Rats! They’re on to us!

Optimus: Kicker, move it! Get back to the ship right now!

Kicker: What? Optimus!

Optimus: I said go! There’s no one here that can protect you!

Kicker: What are you talking about? I can protect myself. Otherwise, I wouldn’t have let Ironhide go off on his own.

Optimus: Kicker, wait! Ergh, what am I gonna do with that kid? Huh? Optimus Prime, Powerlinx! Fire-1, combine! Copter-2, combine! Digger-3, combine! Submarine-4! Optimus Prime, Powerlinx complete!

Kicker: Listen to me, Misha! Release the Energon, now!

Misha: What are you talking about?! I can’t do that! It’s way too dangerous.

Kicker: Just do it! Ironhide is out there fighting on his own and we need all the help we can get! Release the Energon before it’s too late!

Misha: Kicker, I don’t think that’s such a —

Kicker: A small chunk is all I need. Just gimme what you got left.

Misha: Yeah. Okay.

Ironhide: Aaah! I gotta get outta here and fast! Ugh. I’m sure Rodimus and his crew went this way.

Q-4: What is that Autobot doing here? How did he get inside Unicron?

Rodimus: He’s just a reinforcement soldier that stowedaway on our ship. He’s harmless. I think he wants to meet you. Perhaps he could be of assistance, if you let him have a word with you.

Q-4: How ridiculous! Why would I want to talk to a lackey like him? Heh, heh, heh. I think… that we may have made a mistake by thinking that we could count on you, Rodimus.

Prowl: Aww, why don’t you just be quiet and listen for once! Can’t you see that all we’re trying to do is help you out?

Landmine: Stand down, Prowl.

Rodimus: Listen, we’ll do what we have to to protect you, we’ll get you back this face that belongs to you, and I’ll honour the promise I made.

Prowl: I don’t even know why we have to protect this guy anyway. What has he done for us?

Rodimus: Our job was to protect the universe, but we couldn’t reach as far as their realm and now their planet is gone. I feel responsible.

Prowl: You can’t be serious, Rodimus!

Landmine: Prowl, this is a duty that we have sworn to undertake and we must see it through whether you like it or not.

Q-4: Scorponok, come here.

Scorponok: Yes, Alpha Q.

Q-4: I want you to go find out if this reinforcement soldier can be of help to us.

Scorponok: Yes, sir.

Q-4: Before he comes near me, I want to know if he can be trusted. We’ll test him, and then we’ll decide if he is of any use to us. And please be careful, Scorponok. I don’t want to damage him… At least, not yet…

Ironhide: Ahh, man. It seems like I’ve been walking for hours. Huh? Kicker was right. I do need this puppy, big time! Huh? Somebody’s trying to tell me something. All right, you want me to go this way?! Fine! If this is a trap, then it’s a trap! So be it! Huh, good. At least there’s a light at the end of this tunnel. Ahh, man! What is this place?! Ah, it looks like some kinda warehouse, and it’s full of those Terrorcon eggs. Ah, it looks like the only way outta here is through it. Well, wherever it leads, I just hope there’s nothing waiting on the other side.

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Ironhide: As long as they don’t hatch, I guess I’m okay. Huh? Hah! Oh, I must be imagining things. Ha… ha. C’mon, Ironhide, what are you so afraid of? You can take care of yourself.

Kicker: (In flashback) If you ever get lost, don’t give into your fear or you’re a goner.

Ironhide: (VO) Okay, all I have to do is remember what Kicker said and everything will be just fine.

Ironhide: Hey, Kicker! Look at me! Heh! I’m not afraid anymore! Huh-hwaaaah! Aaaah, aaah… uh oh. So much for all those Terrorcons not hatching! Aah! Get away from me! Stay put! I said get away! Aaaah! Huh… huh. Oh no… no sword. Now what do I do? Stay back! Get away from me! Ugh! Get away from me or you’ll be sorry! Aaaaahh!

Misha: Kicker! Get ready. I’m releasing the Energon!

Kicker: Okay. I hope this works! Egh! Errah! Now, Inferno! Aim for the Energon!

Inferno: Ohhh yeah! I get it! Okay!

Kicker: Can you do that again, Inferno?

Inferno: No problem! But we’ll need some more Energon.

Kicker: Comin’ up! Get ready… This is gonna be a big one! Ugh! Okay Ironhide, you decided to go it on your own, so you’d better be able to hang in there till we find you.

Ironhide: Ergghh… It’s no good! They’re too strong! Aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhh! Erggh! Yah! Errgh! Ugh… Hhh… Hhh. Scorponok!

Scorponok: Hehehahahahaha… Congratulations. You’ve shown a lot of guts by making it this far.

Ironhide: You… You work for Alpha Q? Ugh… Where is he?! Aaahhh!

Scorponok: Urgh!

Ironhide: Uggghh! Ahh… Where is Alpha Q?! Ugh… Yaaaaaah!

Scorponok: Aaaah!

Ironhide: Ugh… urgh… You can’t stop me. I won’t give up! I will meet Alpha Q… Yes… I will! You can’t stop me! Urgggggh!

Scorponok: Hehahahahaha!

Ironhide: Ugh… I have to know what Alpha Q is! I gotta figure out this mess! What is his connection to Unicron and Rodimus? You’ve gotta let me talk to him. Heh… Heh… Heheh.

Scorponok: Hmm?!

Ironhide: Aaaaaahh!

Scorponok: Aaaagghh! Why you…! Errgh, very well. You’ll get your wish, but you might not like what you see.

Rodimus: No! What’ve you done?!

Q-4: So this is what you call a reinforcement soldier!

Rodimus: Hhh! Forgive me, Ironhide. I’m sorry.

Scorponok: Alpha Q, I think this one can be trusted. He passed the test. He proved that his motives are true.

Q-4: Are you sure?

Scorponok: Yes, I believe him. I don’t think he’s a risk to any of us.

Q-4: Very well.

Kicker: Eghh… eghh… egh… Inferno! Don’t stop shooting! Blast ’em!

Inferno: It’s okay, Kicker! They’re starting to withdraw. We won this round!

Optimus: Stand down, Autobots. It looks like we’ve chased them away for the time being. But they’ll be back.

Hot Shot: You can count on it.

Optimus: We’ll be ready for them next time. We have to be.

Megatron: Heh, hahaha. Oh, Optimus Prime, yesss… You don’t have a clue what I have in store for you next… Hehehahahahahaha! Hahaha!

[End]

Episode Notes

-The official title (at least on this airing) is “A Tale of Two Heros,” which is a spelling error.

-When Jetfire asks for proof, I believe Hot Shot does have episode 15 as decent proof.

-The story Kicker brings up is the Armada episode “Dash.”