Transformers: Energon
“Battle of the Asteroid Belt” – Episode 9
Written by Voicebox Productions
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Carlos: This is Carlos Lopez from mid-way gate station 0-8! I’ve just picked up an unidentified space craft on radar, with its current position between Mars and Lunar City. It is not responding to any radio transmissions. Repeat, not responding! And the ship is headed directly towards Asteroid City!

Kicker: Whoa, I wonder who it is.

Hot Shot: I know who it is! It’s Optimus’ mystery attacker.

Jetfire: Excuse me, sir, but we still don’t have radio contact with Asteroid City. It seems someone’s tampered with our signal.

Optimus: That means the enemy has set up a base nearby. Our objective is clear; we must protect our Energon mines. We will set up our own frontline base at the asteroid belt. Prepare to open the spacebridge!

Inferno: ‘Sir!

Kicker: (VO) I wonder why Asteroid City…

Optimus: What is it, Kicker?

Kicker: Uhh, it’s nothing, Optimus.

Kicker: (Flashback) Ah! Ah! Ah!

Kicker: Nothing at all!

Optimus: Kicker! Something just isn’t right.

Q-2: Oh, Starscream!

Q-3: Starscream… That is his name, isn’t it?

Q-2: A name’s a name, who cares?

Q-1: Enough mindless chatter! He’s the warrior servant that we need to bring us Energon in order to revive Unicron.

Q-3: Sorry.

Q-2: Yes, so sorry. Oh, Scorponok, listen up. Starscream is on his way to Asteroid City to meet up with you. Ohh, and I almost forgot the best part — Optimus Prime and his team are joining the party too!

Q-3: So don’t you dare mess this one up too.

Q-2: And another thing, did I mention Megatron might show up aswell?

Scorponok: Excellent…

Megatron: You imbeciles! That’s not enough — not nearly enough! I need more Energon, you fools!

Cyclonus: Uh, we’re going as fast as we can, Megatron-sir.

Megatron: How do you expect me to revive Unicron with such a pedlary amount, Cyclonus?!

Cyclonus: I’m sure we can get a lot more, but I don’t know how you expect us to carry it all the way back to Cybertron.

Megatron: Silence! I warn you. I do not suffer insubordination well, soldier. Now get to work! Demolishor, how much Energon do you think is left here on Asteroid City?

Demolishor: I estimate that there is plenty, Megatron-sir. The problem is we haven’t been able to hit the motherload yet.

Megatron: You’ve got to be joking! Aaah… Aaaaaahh!

Demolishor: Ohhhh!

Megatron: I gave you a very simple task, Demolishor, and that’s to find me my Energon. But it seems that while you were on the Autobots’ side, their worthless work habits rubbed off on you.

Demolishor: But sir, I’m trying my best! Maybe we should go back to Lunar City… Remember, there was plenty left there! Ughh-aaaaaahhh! Aaahhh! Oohh!

Megatron: To Lunar City!

Demolishor: Yes, but the only problem is, since we were there last, Optimus fortified the place and it might be too dangerous. Hhh!

Megatron: Are you implying I can’t defeat a few mindless Autobots?!

Demolishor: No, of course not. I just thought I’d point it out, that’s all.

Scorponok: I hope I’m not interrupting, Megatron.

Megatron: Uhh? Of course not, Scorponok.

Scorponok: I’ve just intercepted a transmission that reports Optimus Prime and his Autobots are headed to Lunar City. I believe if we concoct a foolproof strategy, we can wipe out that pest without so much as a casualty.

Megatron: Interesting. Uh, might I ask where you got this information from?

Scorponok: …Sir?

Megatron: I simply asked from where did you get this information.

Scorponok: Well, I, uh, sent out a surveillance recon team.

Megatron: You sent out a recon team…

Scorponok: Aaahh!

Megatron: Do you take me for a fool?!

Scorponok: But I have no reason to lie, Megatron. Eggghhh!

Megatron: You’d better hope not, or you’ll pay with your life! Demolishor, Cyclonus, it’s time to set co-ordinates for Lunar City!

Demolishor & Cyclonus: Yessir!

Megatron: C’mon! Get moving!

Scorponok: What about our ambush here?

Megatron: You bring up a good point, Scorponok. That’s why I’m leaving you behind. It’s your plan, so why don’t you carry it out? Prove to me your loyalty. And if you succeed, maybe I’ll have some newfound respect for you. Hahahaha! But to be honest, I rather doubt it.

Q-2: Interesting turn of events.

Q-1: And highly unexpected!

Q-3: But now what?

Q-1: Who cares about Megatron? As long as you retrieve Energon to revive Unicron, everything will be fine!

Q-2: Just do it, Scorponok.

Q-3: On second thought, I reconsidered about Megatron.

Q-2: See that no harm falls upon him. That way we can still use him.

Optimus: Optimus Prime, Powerlinx! Fire-1, combine! Copter-2, combine, Digger-3, combine! Submarine-4! Powerlinx complete! So Kicker, can you sense anything here?

Kicker: Only Energon, Optimus. I’m not picking up anything else.

Hot Shot: Okay, but what about where the base is? Do you at least sense that?

Kicker: It’s around here somewhere.

Inferno: C’mon! Are you trying to say we have to search every one of those asteroids out there?

Kicker: Well, I think I can at least point you guys in the right direction.

Inferno: I guess that’s better than nothing, hey guys?

Hot Shot: Well if that’s the case, we’d better get started.

Kicker: Yeah, right.

Jetfire: So, Kicker…

Inferno: But which way?

Kicker: Ahh, I’m not real sure.

Hot Shot: C’mon, Kicker, we don’t have all day.

Kicker: Over there.

Optimus: Okay, men. Follow me.

Hot Shot, Inferno & Jetfire: Yessir.

Ironhide: Wait for me! Ahh, I should’ve changed a stud of tires. Hey Kicker, have you noticed Optimus is — a little edgy lately?

Kicker: Yeah, now that you mention it, he has been acting kinda weird ever since he was blasted by Megatron. He’s always looking over his shoulder, on guard against an invisible enemy.

Optimus: Okay, Kicker. Give it another try. Do you sense anything out here?

Kicker: No, nothing, but I’ve got a gut feeling we’re getting closer, Optimus.

Cyclonus: Haha! Ho-ho! Hey, Megatron, what happened to the welcoming committee?

Megatron: So the half-wit Scorponok was telling the truth after all… Well, no matter. It’s Energon we’re after. Open fire, Demolishor!

Demolishor: ‘Sir!

Megatron: We’ll take what we need from Lunar City and then leave.

Skyblast: Hey Strongarm, did you just hear something?

Strongarm: Listen up, everyone. We must evacuate the mine immediately! Take what you can and then take cover! Looks like they’re here!

Skyblast: Oh yeah!

Strongarm: Run for it, men! Hurry, before it’s too late!

Skyblast: Aaah!

Strongarm: Looks like everyone’s evacuated. Now it’s our turn!

Kicker: There!

Optimus: Is that it?

Kicker: A hundred percent, Optimus.

Jetfire: But that asteroid looks almost alive!

Hot Shot: Unicron?! But that’s impossible, isn’t it, sir?

Optimus: Hot Shot! What do you think you’re doing?

Kicker: (VO) Man, that’s weird. As soon as Hot Shot mentioned the name Unicron, it’s like everyone got all uptight. And I know that name from somewhere. Some kind of legendary gigantic Transformer who’s the most powerful force in the universe. I think he’s the one who attacked Cybertron.

Hot Shot: No, Optimus! We’ve gotta destroy him. Now’s our chance.

Optimus: Open fire!

Autobots: Yaaaahh!

Scorponok: Ah, the infamous Starscream has finally arrived.

Starscream: Yes, Starscream — and why does everyone insist on calling me that?

Scorponok: That is not important right now, soldier. What is, is that you are a warrior under my command. And as such, it is your duty to follow my precise orders to the letter.

Starscream: Huh?!

Scorponok: They’re here!

Jetfire: Ah, nuts! No matter how much we blast that asteroid, we don’t even leave a mark! Ya think Megatron’s behind this, sir?

Hot Shot: Time to check it out.

Kicker: Wait! It’s not safe, Hot Shot. Something’s just not right.

Hot Shot: Huh? Ugh — arggghh!

Autobots: Huh?

Kicker: Take a look, Optimus. The asteroid’s starting to move!

Optimus: After it, men!

Hot Shot: Right.

Kicker: Optimus, behind you!

Optimus: Huh?

Kicker: Incoming!

Starscream: Yaaaaahh!

Optimus: You again?!

Starscream: Ugh! Ugh! Ugh! Surprise!

Optimus: Keep going, men. I’ll take care of this and catch up with you later.

Jetfire: Yessir.

Hot Shot: Let’s go.

Jetfire: Transform!

Optimus: You too, Ironhide!

Ironhide: Yessir!

Optimus: Quick question — is Megatron behind this? And where is he?!

Starscream: I don’t know anyone named Megatron. Not that it’s any of your business, Optimus Prime, but I’m under the direct command of Alpha Q!

Optimus: Alpha Q?!

Starscream: Yes. You may know him as the supreme ruler of the universe. And I serve only him. Hrggh!

Optimus: Hrggghhh…

Hot Shot: Hhh.

Jetfire: What’s wrong, Hot Shot?!

Hot Shot: We’ve got trouble.

Jetfire: Transform! Ugh!

Scorponok: Time to destroy you annoying Autobots!

Jetfire: Aaarrrrgghhh!

Scorponok: Next!

Hot Shot: Aaaaaaahhh! Aaaaahhh! Sorry, Ironhide.

Ironhide: Hey, Hot Shot, are you okay?

Hot Shot: This clown is harder than I thought to bring down. It’s time to Powerlinx!

Inferno: Ready when you are.

Ironhide: Hey, Kicker?

Kicker: What’s up, Ironhide?

Ironhide: Better jump off. I can’t fight with you on my back.

Hot Shot: Let’s do this, Inferno!

Inferno: Coming!

Hot Shot: Hot Shot!

Inferno: Inferno!

Hot Shot & Inferno: Powerlinx! Ohhh yeah!

Ironhide: Ironhide, transform! Let’s get ‘im, Jetfire!

Scorponok: Go for it.

Ironhide: Whoa!

Hot Shot: It’s shifted to warp speed.

Ironhide: What do we do? We can’t keep up with it.

Kicker: Oh man, this is not good. It’s getting away! Not to mention the fact I’m unteathered and floating through an asteroid belt! Ugh… ugh…

Kicker: (Flashback) Aaah! Ahh! Aaaah!

Kicker: Why can’t I just forget the past?!

Optimus: Now that I have your attention, is Alpha Q’s mission to revive Unicron too?!

Starscream: Precisely!

Optimus: You still haven’t told me what Megatron is up to.

Starscream: I already said I don’t know anyone by that name! So if you wouldn’t mind, Prime, quit repeating the same question!

Optimus: Ugh!

Q-1: Enough plesantry, Starscream! Would you just get on with the job?

Starscream: Yes!

Q-3: Forget what I said.

Q-2: Now retreat, Starscream, and make it fast! The Decepticon Megatron is on his way.

Q-1: Move it!

Q-3: And hurry!

Starscream: Later!

Optimus: Come back here, coward!

Starscream: I would love to, but I have my orders to follow.

Optimus: What?

Starscream: Heheheheh… Alpha Q’s instructions were specific that I retreat, and I must obey him. Heheheheh…

Optimus: Stand and fight!

[Commercial]

Optimus: Huh? What was that? Ughh!

Megatron: Ready or not, here we come, Prime!

Cyclonus: Hehehe… Boy, Optimus is sure gonna be surprised to see you.

Megatron: That’s enough. Now try to keep your big trap shut, Cyclonus.

Cyclonus: Sorry.

Megatron: We’re about to see if that simpleton Scorponok can back up what he says.

Cyclonus: This should be good for a laugh, eh guys? Hehehe…

Megatron: Hahahaha… Hahahahaha!

Scorponok: Not even close! Fire two!

Hot Shot: Whoaaa!
Ironhide: Ughh! What that was —

Hot Shot: — ‘Cause his shots are spiked with Energon!

Ironhide: Are you serious?!

Scorponok: Hahahahaha!

Kicker: Man… what I wouldn’t give — for a jetpack right about now.

Optimus: Are you okay, Kicker?

Kicker: I can look after myself, y’know. You gotta go after that other creep.

Optimus: Don’t worry, kid. I’m taking care of it. Come in, Ironhide! I need your help, stat!

Ironhide: I’m kinda busy, Optimus! Jetfire’s down and we gotta pull ‘im outta there!

Scorponok: Oh Optimus, why don’t you join our little party?!

Hot Shot: Maybe we don’t need him!

Scorponok: Huh?

Hot Shot: Aaaaargggggghhhh!

Scorponok: Fire! Aahahahahaha! Here’s a thought — why don’t you run on home with your tail between your legs? Uhh?! What’s happening?

Optimus & Ironhide: Errrr-ugh!

Scorponok: What do they think they’re doing?!

Optimus: Time to surrender, Scorponok! This game is over!

Scorponok: Huh! Don’t bet on it, Optimus!

Optimus: And hand over Jetfire! Ugh!

Scorponok: Don’t make me laugh! You don’t have the guts!

Ironhide: Think again, Scorpo-nut.

Scorponok: Ugghhh!

Ironhide: Now let go of Jetfire.

Scorponok: Never!

Ironhide: Do it!

Scorponok: Hrrgghh…

Hot Shot: Jetfire! You all right?

Scorponok: What are your plans for me?

Hot Shot: I think the answer’s pretty obvious, pal!

Optimus: But before we dispose of you, Scorponok… Which of my enemies is trying to revive Unicron — is it Megatron or is it Alpha Q? Answer me! What are you, Scorponok? A Decepticon or Alpha Q’s lapdog?

Kicker: Alpha Q… Where have I heard that name before? Hhh! Oh no! Now I remember! Optimus! You’ve gotta get outta there and quick! Hurry, before it’s too late!

Optimus: What was that?

Megatron: Hello, Optimus.

Optimus: Megatron!

Megatron: Thanks for the tip, Scorponok. I appreciate it.

Scorponok: Megatron! Help me destroy these worthless Autobots!

Ironhide: Try it again and you’re toast!

Megatron: You fool! Do you have any idea who you’re talking to?!

Demolishor: Yeah, any idea, ya idiot?

Ironhide: Sorry, ladies, but you’re dreaming if you think I’ll take orders from the likes of you creeps.

Megatron: If you’re trying to make me angry, you’re doing a good job. But trust me, junior. You wouldn’t like me when I’m angry.

Ironhide: Hang on! Sir! Look! It’s an Energon deposit!

Optimus: Don’t fire this way, Megatron, or this whole asteroid will explode!

Cyclonus: Hahahahaha! And you’ll get a front row seat to watch, Optimus!

Megatron: Fire!

Ironhide: Nooooo!

Jetfire: Oh no… The power from my Energon star is almost dry. Another blast like that and we’re done for!

Hot Shot: Okay, Jetfire… You Powerlinx with Ironhide.

Optimus: Regroup!

Megatron: Hahahahahahaha! Hahahahahahaha! Hahahahahahaha!

Cyclonus: Megatron… Don’t you think — eh, we should regroup?

Megatron: …Haha… huh?

Kicker: Aaaaaaahhhh!

Kicker: (Flashback) Aaahh! Oh no! I’m all alone in space!

Kicker: No! This can’t be happening! Everything’s going too fast! The universe is disappearing around me! I’m falling into some kind of void in space!

Hot Shot: Kicker… Kicker, can you hear me? Kicker, what’s wrong?

Kicker: Uhh, I’m fine… Really. Everything’s okay. I just kind — well, kinda zoned out for a minute, that’s all. It’s kinda hard to explain.

Hot Shot: Don’t worry, kid. We’ll get you home. That was one nasty mission. Too bad we couldn’t save Lunar City.

Kicker: So where’s Optimus?

Hot Shot: He’s in the command centre, planning our next move.

Kicker: Planning? How do you strategize against an enemy like Unicron? If anyone can figure it out, Optimus can!

Optimus: This is Optimus reporting in, Primus. We have destroyed the fortress that once was home to Unicron. Our enemy has somehow managed to gather a vast quantity of Energon. We must act swiftly to counter their aggression. With enough Energon, Unicron poses an enormous threat.

Misha: Oh! I’ve been looking all over for you, Kicker.

Kicker: Hey Mika. When’d you come back here?

Misha: Come on. Don’t tell me you didn’t notice the spacebridge opening up.

Kicker: Nah, I wasn’t paying any atttention.

Misha: Hey Kicker, what’s wrong? You don’t seem like your old self.

Kicker: I don’t know. I guess I got a lot on my mind.

Misha: Huh?

Kicker: It’s kinda hard to explain. I guess I kinda freaked out on the mission and was basically useless in helping out the Autobots. And what makes matters worse, the mission was only partly a success. They gotta get Unicron.

Misha: I understand.

Kicker: I wouldn’t be surprised if they didn’t ask me out on the next mission. I feel like such a failure. I kept flashing back to a scary time when I was a kid — lost in space — and when I did, I kinda panicked. Ugh. What a jerk. I can’t do anything right!

Misha: Don’t be hard on yourself.

Kicker: Uhh?

Misha: Listen, maybe you should look at this a different way, Kicker. What I mean is, try to understand your weaknesses and turn them into strengths.

Kicker: Your point?

Misha: I’m saying everyone has to start somewhere, Kicker. Optimus was a young rookie at one time and I’m sure he made some mistakes. But he learned from them and look at him now.

Kicker: Yeah, but… I’m not like… Optimus.

Misha: You know, I think you’re more like Optimus than you realize, Kicker.

Kicker: Ehh.

Misha: Okay, let’s talk about something else, like what would you really love for dinner tonight?

Kicker: Uh, well…

Misha: Hehehehe…

Kicker & Misha: Uhh?

Misha: I guess it’s safe for everyone to come home. I suppose that’s good news. And look, they’re coming through the spacebridge right now.

Alexis: Welcome here, Dr. Jones.

Dr. Jones: Hey! Alexis, long time, no see, young lady!

Alexis: Yeah, it’s been a long time! Uhh!

Dr. Jones: Why just look at you! I remember you when you were just a teenager!

Alexis: Uhh?!

Dr. Jones: Heh, heh, heh… Hahahaha…

Alexis: Uhh.

Kicker: (VO) That night, my dad presented a new strategy on the best way to defend planet Earth.

Dr. Jones: Some of you may find my ideas to be quite radical. However, after researching our strengths, I feel very confident in my proposal. My plan is for the creation of Energon towers.

Optimus: Towers?!

Dr. Jones: Currently, we have four cities here on Earth. There is Blizzard City, Jungle City, Desert City, and of course, Ocean City. I propose we build towers at each base that are capable of transmitting a global Energon power grid to protect us all. A grid so powerful, it is impenetrable by anyone who dares to attack us!

Autobots: Aaaaahhh…

Optimus: Hmm!

Misha: So, Kicker, what do you think? Will your father’s idea actually work?

Kicker: I hope so.

Misha: Well, I think it will work perfectly. And together, Kicker, we can all win this battle.

[End]

Episode Notes

-Carlos’ last name is revealed as Lopez.

-Ironhide says that Optimus was blasted by Megatron last episode, but when Optimus was blasted, Megs asked who was responsible.

Transformers: Energon
“Starscream, the Mysterious Mercenary” – Episode 8
Written by Voicebox Productions
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Inferno: For the life of me, Ironhide, I just can’t figure that kid out.

Ironhide: Take it easy, Inferno.

Optimus: What’s up, men?

Ironhide: Uh, Optimus-sir, it’s Kicker. He’s out riding his bike like a wildman again.

Inferno: Aw, I don’t think it’s a big deal, Optimus-sir. He’s just blowing off steam, as the humans say.

Ironhide: I understand that, but there’s something that’s just not right about it.

Inferno: Exactly what’s wrong?

Optimus: Hmmm…

Ironhide: It’s — hard to explain, but he seems kinda agitated. And when that happens, it usually means he senses something — or someone. I — I know I might be worried for nothing, but I think we should keep an eye on him, sir.

Kicker: Something isn’t right, here. Uh? Hmm… Company’s on its way! Ughh. (VO) Ever since I was a kid, I realized I had some kind of ESP. And right now, it was working overtime.

Starscream: I’m looking for you, Optimus, and I will find you. And when I do, I’m sure you’ll be very surprised to see me. Now where are you hiding, Prime?!

Ironhide: Halt! Who goes there? Quit joking around, Demolishor.

Starscream: My mission is to seek out and destroy you, Optimus.

Ironhide: Boy, I must be hearing things. I could have swore that I heard somebody talking out here. Man, I must be losing it. Huh? What is going on around here?

Kicker: Whoever it was was just here… Ughh.

Ironhide: Hey Kicker, what are you doing at this end of the building?

Kicker: Call me crazy, Ironhide, but did you see anybody come this way?

Ironhide: No, I didn’t see anybody, but I’m positive that I heard some voice and some footsteps.

Kicker: It’s him. He’s gonna go after Optimus!

Ironhide: It’s who?! What are you talking about? Transform! C’mon, Kicker. We gotta warn Optimus.

Kicker: So where is the big guy — in HQ Central Ops?

Ironhide: Yeah.

Kicker: That’s a relief. That means he’s not alone.

Ironhide: Well, let’s just hope so.

Kicker: What?! C’mon, we gotta step on it!

Starscream: It’s only a matter of time before I find you, Prime.

Skyblast: So the bartender says to the mule, “why the long face?”

Signal Flare: Hahaha!

Skyblast: No matter how many times I tell that joke, it never gets old…

Signal Flare: Huh?

Skyblast: Did you just sense something?

Signal Flare: I thought I did, but maybe I just got a whiff of some Energon.

Skyblast: You’re right, maybe that’s it. Whew. For a minute there, I had the feeling we were being watched!

Signal Flare: See? What’d I tell ya? Hahahahahaha!

Skyblast: I guess working 24-7 refining Energon has started playing tricks with my circuits. Heheheh…

Starscream: Where are you hiding, Optimus Prime? Huh?

[Flashback]

Q-1: Where is he?! I don’t see anyone! Would someone please explain what I’m supposed to be looking at?!

Q-3: We’ve created the new Starscream, but he is without form.

Q-2: Yes, a warrior who is impervious to any physical attack! Hehehe!

Q-3: And I am quite pleased with our end result.

Starscream: Who are you, and what do you want of me?

Q-3: We are your master, Starscream.

Q-2: And you may call us Alpha Q.

Starscream: My master… Alpha Q?

Q-2: Precise-a-mundo, my blurry friend. And we brought you back to life as our personal warrior to destroy Optimus!

Starscream: You want me to — destroy Optimus Prime?!

Q-3: Yes, because he hordes all the Energon for himself.

Starscream: Energon…?

Q-2: Energon is the fuel we require to revive the great Unicron. It’s essential! It’s what we used to rejuvenate you.

Starscream: This is all too confusing to me!

Q-3: Take a look at yourself, Starscream.

Starscream: Huh? What? What do you mean?! Hhhh… Hhh!

Q-3: We ran out of Energon when we revived you, so your physical form is incomplete.

Q-2: But if you eliminate Optimus, then all the Energon in the universe will be ours! And you shall be made whole again, Starscream! Heheheheheh!

Q-3: Now go, and carry out your mission, solider.

Q-1: Put him out of his misery! Annihilate him, Starscream!

[End Flashback]

Starscream: I can’t exist in this form! I must destroy Optimus and become complete! I must have Energon, for myself… and Unicron!

Kicker: Up ahead, Ironhide. That’s it, blast him!

Ironhide: Yeah, but what am I shooting at, Kicker?

Kicker: Nevermind, just keep firing!

Optimus: Huh?

Starscream: What the?! Huh?

Optimus: Who’s there?!

Starscream: Yah-ugh!

Optimus: Ugh! There’s no one there…

Starscream: Uhhuhhh… Uhhh!

Ironhide: Ah, I’m just wasting ammo!

Kicker: Over there!

Ironhide: But there’s — there’s nothing there!

Kicker: Daaah! Uggh!

Ironhide: Huh?! What’s going on?!

Kicker: That’s him!

Starscream: That kid — he can sense me!

Jetfire: What?! No way! What do you mean our secruity’s been breached?!

Inferno: That’s impossible. There’s no way anyone could get in here without tripping an alarm!

Ironhide: Well, this is different, Inferno. Our not-so-friendly intruder is totally invisible.

Hot Shot: Are you sure, Ironhide?

Ironhide: 100%. Kicker can back me up.

Hot Shot: Ah, I’m gettin’ a bad feeling about this.

Jetfire: Well if you ask me, I say we put a guard on Optimus ’round the clock.

Optimus: That’s not necessary, Jetfire. I can look after myself. Besides, we must keep focused on protecting our Energon supply.

Kicker: You can’t be serious, Optimus! He almost got you once already!

Optimus: Our priority is to extract and store Energon, and to ensure that it doesn’t fall into the wrong hands.

Kicker: I don’t believe this. Who does he think he is?

Ironhide: Can it, Kicker! You don’t give the orders around here.

Kicker: Yeah well, he may be dishing ’em out, but I ain’t gonna be following ’em.

Ironhide: Get back here, Kicker!

Optimus: Let him go.

Ironhide: Huh?

Optimus: He’s made up his mind, Ironhide.

Ironhide: Aaargghh…

Kicker: Okay, let’s synch up our communicators.

Ironhide: Oh, yeah, right. Hey, are you sensing anything right now?

Kicker: It comes and goes. But one thing I do know for sure, whoever — or whatever it is, is still moving around Ocean City.

Hot Shot: Kicker, Ironhide, this is Hot Shot. Can you read me?

Ironhide: Yessir! Read you loud and clear, sir!

Kicker: What’s up, Hot Shot? Did something happen to Optimus?

Hot Shot: Relax, he’s fine. He just left Central Ops and is now headed for area C.

Kicker: Roger that. And don’t worry, Ironhide and I will tail him.

Hot Shot: Good, but just remember, stay in stealth mode. I don’t want him to know we’re shadowing him.

Optimus: I sure wish they’d stop watching me and concentrate on their real jobs.

Hot Shot: Huh?! Hhh!

Optimus: Hot Shot! Get back to work!

Hot Shot: B-but — Optimus — sir, I wasn’t tailing you. I had to go this way. I had to deliver some motherboards to sector C.

Optimus: Don’t give me that! Now get back to your post, stat!

Hot Shot: No, I can’t let you go unprotected!

Optimus: Hot Shot, I’ve been at this game far too long to need a babysitter. Now if someone is after me, I’ll deal with it. And you should deal with your duties. Now go!

Hot Shot: Arhhh. Sorry, guys, but I blew my cover. He spotted me.

Kicker: Hey, don’t sweat it, Hot Shot. We’ll take it from here.

Ironhide: So where’s he going, anyway?

Kicker: My best guess is he’s headed for Energon mine 243. Attention all mine guards, this is Kicker. Optimus is headed for mine 243. Stay on your toes.

Hot Shot: Copy that. I’ll hang back. But if you need me, I’ll be right there for backup. Over.

Optimus: Hmmm.

[Flashback]

Optimus: Huh? Ughhh! Huh?

Starscream: Arrrrgghhhh!

Optimus: Aaaaaahhh! Aaaahhh…

[End Flashback]

Optimus: This is Optimus Prime! If there’s someone out there who wants to challenge me, then show yourself! I have little time or patience for games, so if you have something to say to me, do it now!

Kicker: Whoa. Very cool. I gotta admit, he’s got guts. Uhh? He’s out there. I can feel it. Optimus! Get down!

Optimus: Huh? What’s he doing here? Huh?! Hyah!

Kicker: Optimus is under heavy fire in sector C!

Ironhide: Whoa, where?

Hot Shot: Just fire at anything.

Ironhide: Right!

Jetfire: Where is it?! I don’t see anything!

Ironhide: Aw man! Now where did he go?

Hot Shot: I wish I knew…

Kicker: He’s still out there! C’mon, we gotta blast ‘im! More to the right — and aim higher. Oh no! Eeghhh!

Optimus: Kicker! I’m coming! Kicker, are you all right?! Huh?

Kicker: Don’t worry about me, Optimus. It’s you he’s after. Ughh… Whoaa! Ugh.

Optimus: Hmm, I don’t know what to do with you. I told you, I don’t have time for this! It’s me you want, now come and get me, you coward! Okay… That’s it… Keep coming. It’s time to find out who you are.

[Commercial]

Jetfire: Wh… What happened? Where’s Optimus?

Ironhide: I don’t know. He just disappeared!

Jetfire: Yeah, but — where could he have gone to?

Hot Shot: I’ve got a feeling he’s left to settle this.

Jetfire: But…!

Inferno: Hmm?

Jetfire: Look, a spacebridge.

Kicker: Heads up! Comin’ through! Yee-hoo-hoo!

Ironhide: No, Kicker! Come back!

Jetfire: Hurry, Inferno. Get the co-ordinates of that spacebridge. We’re running outta time.

Inferno: I’m on it, Jetfire.

Kicker: Oh, man. I’ve gotta step on it if I’m gonna make it through.

Jetfire: I’m comin’, Optimus! Uggh!

Kicker: We’re too late!

Inferno: They’re headed straight for Lunar City.

Kicker: Hhh… hghh!

Jetfire: This is it, boys. Set co-ordinates for Lunar City and stay on my tail.

Hot Shot: Right behind ya, Jetfire.

Jetfire: All right. Prepare to launch, gentlemen.

Kicker: C’mon! Let’s get this show on the road.

Autobot A: You’re saying Optimus came here?

Ironhide: Yeah, he came through a spacebridge like two minutes ago.

Autobot B: Sorry guys, but that’s news to me.

Kicker: Ohh… This is just great.

Jetfire: Optimus… Come in, Optimus. Ugh! Man! I think he turned off his communicator. Now we’ll never be able to hone in on ‘im!

Kicker: That’s because he doesn’t want us to get in the way.

Jetfire: You’re right.

Ironhide: But we’ve got to find him!

Cyclonus: Ahhh, I don’t get it, Megatron. How could those idiot Autobots figure out Optimus was here?

Megatron: Maybe they’re not as idiotic as you, Cyclonus.

Cyclonus: Hey, I just asked a question. Can ya cut me a little slack, Megatron? Hehe.

Megatron: Enough horsing around. Find Optimus. And find that mindless menace before those Autobots do.

Scorponok: I get the impression that Megatron has doubts about your loyalty, Demolishor.

Demolishor: He ordered me to stand guard. And that’s exactly what I’m doing, Scorponok.

Scorponok: Up until yesterday, you stood guard for the Autobots. That in itself would cast doubt upon you.

Demolishor: Aw, c’mon! You can’t be serious!

Scorponok: Relax, I was just having some fun with you! Now let’s try and get along, Demolishor. That would be the mature thing to do.

Demolishor: Hmm! Why don’t you go and leave me alone.

Scorponok: Heh, heh, heh, heh, heh…

Hot Shot: Terrorcons — they’re in attack mode again. We better beef up our defenses!

Skyblast: So Hot Shot, you called?

Signal Flare: What’s up?

Hot Shot: Thanks for coming. Okay men, I need some Energon stars that I can take to Lunar City, and fast.

Skyblast: Well, what exactly do you mean by fast?

Signal Flare: I’m all for working hard, but maybe the next shift can take it.

Hot Shot: I need them now!

Inferno: It’s too dangerous to go alone! I’m coming too.

Hot Shot: No, Inferno. I’m putting you in charge down here.

Inferno: Boy, just my dumb luck.

Kicker: This is driving me nuts. Why isn’t Hot Shot letting us help out Optimus?

Optimus: How long are you going to keep this mindless game up?! Show yourself, coward! And let’s settle this one-on-one! Huh? What?! Copter-2, launch!

Starscream: Heh! Your toys are useless!

Optimus: Who sent you to destroy me? Was it Megatron?

Starscream: Hmm… That name does ring a bell…

Optimus: Aahh!

Hot Shot: Hot Shot, transform!

Optimus: Hot Shot! What are you doing here?!

Starscream: Ahh!

Optimus: You’re mine.

Starscream: Huh? Erggh!

Optimus: Why are you after me?!

Starscream: To revive Unicron!

Optimus: Unicron?! Argghh! Aaahhh! Optimus Prime, super mode!

Skyblast: Urgh! Urgh!

Ironhide: Ergh!

Jetfire: Yah!

Ironhide: Ergh!

Jetfire: There’s no time to waste. We gotta find Optimus.

Kicker: Then follow me, guys.

Skyblast: Hang on a minute, Kicker. I think you might need — this!

Kicker: Huh? Ugh. Ironhide, I need your Energon Saber. It’s my only chance to put up a fight.

Ironhide: You wanna what? But I just got it, Kicker.

Kicker: Nevermind, I’ll make due with this one. Ugh! Errrgh!

Cyclonus: Awwww! Megatron, trying to find Optimus is a total waste of time!

Megatron: Scorponok will pay for this. Hmm? Where are those Autobots headed?

Optimus: Ughhhh… So, did your orders come directly from Unicron?

Starscream: My mission is to seek out and destroy you, Optimus. Erggghh!

Optimus: Aahh! Ughh! As long as there is a spark in my circuit board, you’ll never get enough Energon to revive Unicron! Ugh! Ugh!

Megatron: Huh? We’re in luck, men. I just found Prime.

Kicker: C’mon, guys! We gotta step on it!

Cyclonus: Yeaaaahh-haaa! Hahahaha! Yeee-hooo! Hahahaha! Time to snatch some Energon! Hehehehe!

Hot Shot: Hrggh! Urghh… Hggh…

Jetfire: Ironhide, we’re just wasting ammo here. I say it’s time to combine!

Ironhide: Let’s do it!

Jetfire: Jetfire!

Ironhide: Ironhide! Powerlinx!

Jetfire: Attack!

Optimus: Anyone who fights under Unicron’s command is my sworn enemy, and I will destroy them!

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!

Optimus: Hgggh! Yaaargghhhh…

Megatron: All right! Who’s responsible? What?! Who are you?

Q-2: Excellent work, soldier. Now it’s time to return home.

Megatron: No! Wait! Come back! Hhh… Come back, you insolent fool!

Kicker: Optimus, no! No, it can’t be! Optimus! No, this can’t be… This just can’t be!

Skyblast: Optimuuuus!

Jetfire: Calm down, Kicker. It’s gonna be okay.

Hot Shot: This looks serious!

Kicker: Come on, Optimus. Speak to me. Say something, anything! Get up! I said, get up! Quit fooling around! I know you can hear me, now pull yourself together and stand up right now! C’mon!

Skyblast: That’s enough, Kicker. Stop it.

Kicker: Skyblast, your Energon star — he needs it!

Skyblast: Hmm?

Kicker: Give Optimus your Energon star!

Skyblast: Whoa, why didn’t I think of that?

Kicker: C’mon, you gotta hurry!

Skyblast: Oh, coming right up!

Kicker: C’mon, Skyblast. Give him more. You’ve gotta give him all you got.

Skyblast: Hrrh! Er! Hrh! Uhh!
Optimus: Ahhh…

Kicker: Yeah! That’s it, Optimus!

Megatron: Go ahead and run, you scoundrel! But you’ll never escape my wrath!

Optimus: What’s this? Hot Shot’s blaster? But why is he giving it to me? Forgive me, men, but let me have a minute while my hard drive optimizes.

Kicker: Huh?

Megatron: Aahh! Ugh! Where — is all his power coming from?! Aaaaaaahhhh!

Jetfire & Hot Shot: Optimus!

Optimus: Huh? Hot Shot! Jetfire!

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave!

Cyclonus: Megatron, wait up! Don’t leave without us!

Kicker: What a waste. We just had Lunar City rebuilt and now it’s totalled again.

Optimus: Cities can be rebuilt, Kicker. But lives are much more precious. I want you to always remember that.

Kicker: Hmm. Don’t get all philosophical on me, Optimus. I’ve got more important things to concentrate on.

Optimus: All right… Like what?

Kicker: Like worrying about Megatron.

Optimus: You let me worry about him, Kicker.

Kicker: Yeah, but if you ever need backup…

Optimus: I know, you’ll be right there for me.

[End]

Episode Notes

-Ironhide says for Demolishor to stop joking around one episode after he betrayed them. A little strange.

-Speaking of Demolishor, he is voiced by Nathaniel DeVeaux for his few lines in this episode.

-Signal Flare sounds a little different this episode for some reason, but I suspect it’s still Michael Dobson.

-Why does Optimus call “super mode” to go back to… regular mode?

-After Ironhide refuses Kicker’s request for the Energon Saber, why is Kicker then riding on it and saying “nevermind, I’ll make due with this one”?

-When Megatron sees Kicker and Skyblast flying, he asks where “those” Autobots are headed. I guess Kicker is an Autobot? Or is the Saber?

-When Ironhide and Jetfire combine, I can only hear Ironhide saying “Powerlinx.” I don’t know if Jetfire’s under there somewhere or not.

-“Hot Shot’s blaster” makes even less sense than the Star Saber thing from ep 4. In Superlink, he said it was a gift from previous commanders and I guess Hot Shot is the previous commander… That’s how I figure they got this.

Transformers: Energon
“Megatron Raid” – Episode 7
Written by Voicebox Productions
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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[Recap]

Inferno: (VO) Cybertron Cities’ defenses have been weakened by the relentless attacks of the Terrorcons. But Kicker was able to lasso one and use it to find more of the Energon we so desperately needed. This gave us the strength to drive back the Decepticons. But our good fortune was only temporary. It seems our Energon had been used to restore life to the Autobots’ greatest foe — Megatron.

Megatron: I want all their Energon immediately!

[End Recap]

Inferno: (VO) Now, as the smoke from the last battle clears, the damage inflicted on our base is nothing compared to the pain we’re feeling at the sight of one of our fallen comrades.

Ironhide: Hot Shot… Hot Shot, ya gotta wake up. Please, ya got to! Hmm?

Megatron: Hahahahaha…

Optimus: Megatron…

Megatron: Heheheheh… It’s just like old times, isn’t it?

Kicker: Hrghhh, you monster!

Inferno: Kicker, don’t do it.

Cyclonus: Hehehehehe!

Kicker: Ughh!

Inferno: Oomph!

Optimus: Hold your fire! I know what you’re after, Megatron.

Megatron: Ha! Well, this certainly isn’t a social visit.

Optimus: You want our Energon.

Scorponok: Hrmmm.

Optimus: Then you’re going after Unicron, aren’t you?

Megatron: Hmmm… You know how much I hate competition. It has to be done.

Scorponok: Heh, heh, heh, heh…

Optimus: You might think you’re powerful, but you don’t stand a chance against him.

Ironhide: I’ll take you on!

Optimus: Ironhide! This isn’t the time or place. Look around you. We are way outnumbered. We are going to withdraw and regroup.

Ironhide: Hmmm!

Kicker: Optimus, we gotta do something! Look what he did to Hot Shot!

Optimus: No! Everyone is going back to Ocean City at once. Hot Shot too.

Ironhide: Hmm?

Optimus: His well-being takes priority over everything else.

Kicker: So we’re just gonna turn and run? And let these Decepticons steal our Energon?

Ironhide: Sir!

Optimus: Megatron, if you’re so intent on taking all our Energon, then you’ll have to go through me first!

Megatron: Well, that won’t be much of a fight! Not while I have this sword with me… Now would it, Prime?! Well, what are you waiting for? Hmm? Heh. Just as I thought. I’ll let you go — this time.

Scorponok: What?!

Cyclonus: Hahahahahahahaha…

Megatron: But in return for sparing you, I expect you to surrender all your Energon to me the next time we meet.

Ironhide: There’s no way! Never!

Kicker: Rats!

Optimus: All right, Autobots. Let’s withdraw.

Q-3: The great one is weakening. I feel him slipping away.

Q-1: It’s because Megatron steals the Energon from him!

Q-2: Then we must send a thief to steal it back! And here he comes, here he comes… Starscream!

Qs: Hahahaha! Hahahahahaha…

Ironhide: I really hope Hot Shot’s gonna be okay in there.

Inferno: He will. I’ll see to it. The liquified Energon in this pool will help restore his armour.

Kicker: Really? I thought Autobots couldn’t touch that stuff.

Ironhide: Hmm?!

Inferno: No. It can work like medicine in small doses. It depends on how much and what you use it for.

Signal Flare: I was able to duplicate Megatron’s sword from the scan I took. I’ll be able to make more very soon.

Optimus: Good. How much time do you need?

Signal Flare: By my calculations, it will take another day to get a batch of them ready.

Optimus: All right. When they’re done, have an Omnicon deliver one of them to each of the cities. It will help in their defense.

Signal Flare: Yessir.

Optimus: We’ll use Megatron’s own weapon against him if we have to…

Jetfire: Commander, what about Demolishor?

Optimus: Where is he now, Jetfire?

Jetfire: He’s on guard duty at the outer gate, sir.

Optimus: I see… That’s fine.

Jetfire: But he’s a Decepticon!

Demolishor: (VO) Ah, they expect me to stare at the clouds all day. Is that what it means to be apart of the Autobot team? Ughhhhh…. I’m really starting to miss the old days.

Battle Ravage Unit: We have the Energon!

Divebomb Unit: From the planet!

Megatron: What are you waiting for? You know what to do with it! Do you flying half-wits need a command for everything?! Oh, very well. All Terrorcons… release now! The power of Energon is truly amazing.

Cyclonus: Heheheheh… Hehehehaha… I guess you know what you’re talking about… ’cause it got you back online!

Megatron: Heh, heh, heh… It will take a lot more than this to bring Unicron back to life. And once he’s been restored to his former glory, I’ll manipulate him into doing all my dirty work for me. Hmm?

Divebomb Unit: Your humble servants, the Terrorcons, have a gift for you, master.

Megatron: Aaah! Ah, the power!

Cyclonus: Hehehe, well, since we Decepticons can’t touch Energon, this is the perfect way for you to receive it.

Megatron: Hmm. Yes, that makes sense to me. Go, Terrorcons! Bring me more at once.

Scorponok: Hrggh. Arrrgghh. Yaaargghhh… Ergghhh… urghhh… aaaaaargghh!

Tidal Wave: It’s working.

Scorponok: Couldn’t you be a little more gentle?

Tidal Wave: You used us, Scorponok. You should be grateful I chose to repair you at all.

Scorponok: But I helped revive Megatron!

Tidal Wave: All you wanted was Megatron’s power, but you were too weak.

Scorponok: Wait! I want to ask you something.

Tidal Wave: What is it?

Scorponok: Megatron could have destroyed Optimus Prime. Why would he pass up a perfect chance like the one he had back at the planet?

Tidal Wave: Hhh. If you can figure that out, then maybe I’ll begin to trust you more.

Scorponook: Hhhh. I think he was just afraid.

Jetfire: Okay, Kicker. Strongarm and other Omnicons like him are Transformers that travel across space in search of Energon. They mine it and make it into useful products. Since they’re the only ones that can handle it without it causing them harm, they can be very useful. Unfortunately, they’re still looking for a place where they can practice their craft without being harrassed or exploited. Ya understand?

Kicker: But Jetfire, why are the Omnicons always searching for Energon anyway?

Jetfire: Why? Well, let me ask you the same thing. Why do you go searching for Energon?

Kicker: ‘Cause I know that it can bring peace.

Jetfire: But peace always comes with a price.

Kicker: Uhh?

Strongarm Unit: Heads up, comin’ through!

Strongarm Units: Hrggh! Hrggh! Hrggh! Hrggh!

Jetfire: See, they’re just doing what they were created to do. Y’know, sometimes I wish I was more like ’em, because they seem to know exactly where they belong.

Kicker: Hmm. They know where they belong.

Demolishor: (VO) Ah, it’s just not the same anymore.

Demolishor: And this insignia used to mean so much to me. Huh? An alert!

Strongarm: Optimus!

Optimus: Huh?

Strongarm: The duplicates of Megatron’s sword are now complete. There was some leftover Energon.

Optimus: Eraahh… Where’s the spacebridge?

Strongarm: It’s not above the city.

Inferno: It’s out on the water. 30 miles directly south of Ocean City.

Kicker: There’s no Energon out there.

Optimus: A trap…

Jetfire: I’ll investigate. C’mon, Kicker. You wanna go with me?

Kicker: For sure!

Optimus: Stay here, Kicker. It could be dangerous. You can give us support from the control room.

Kicker: Ohh, no way!

Optimus: Take off, Jetfire.

Jetfire: Yessir!

Kicker: Hey! What’s this all about?

Optimus: I don’t want you taking part in these missions anymore!

Kicker: Why?

Optimus: Now that he’s out there it’s just too big a risk.

Kicker: You mean Megatron, don’t you?

Optimus: There’s a danger that he’ll want to acquire your special abilities. If you take part in battle, he’s sure to notice you.

Kicker: Hey, I can take care of myself! You’re just making excuses because you don’t think you can handle it, do ya?!

Optimus: Now, listen. I can’t guarantee that I can protect you.

Kicker: Optimus?

Ironhide: Commander, I’ll go! Please, let me go, sir! Someone has to take Hot Shot’s place.

Optimus: All right, but stay close. Let’s go!

Kicker: Hey, what about me?! That bites. It’s not fair.

Optimus: Optimus Prime, super mode! Powerlinx! Fire-1, combine! Copter-2, combine! Digger-3, combine! Submarine-4, combine! Optimus Prime, super mode!

Jetfire: There it is… but no enemy. Commander, it’s all clear.

Optimus: I’m sure it’s a trap. Okay, Ironhide. I’m sending you as backup. Move out!

Ironhide: ‘Sir!

Starscream: Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha…

Jetfire: Oooff! Whoaaa… What in the — I mean, who was that?!

[Commercial]

Inferno: All hands on deck. Another spacebridge is opening up one mile north of the city.

Optimus: This is it. Get ready.

Starscream: Prime…

Optimus: Huh?! Yaaaaarggh!

Ironhide: No, commander! What?! Ugghhh!

Divebomb Unit: Attaaaaaack!

Optimus: Where are you?

Starscream: Right here!

Optimus: Huh? Urgh!

Starscream: Yahh!

Optimus: Yaaargghh. Huh?!

Starscream: Errrrgghhhh…

Demolishor: Egghh… Ergggghh! Huh?! What?! Is that Megatron?!

Kicker: Hey, you guys, they’re overrunning the city!

Jetfire: Kicker!

Kicker: Huh?

Jetfire: Now I dunno if it was Megatron, but I encountered a mysterious entity at the spacebridge.

Kicker: Hang in there, Jetfire. Okay, tell me more about what you saw out there!

Starscream: Aaah!

Optimus: Come back here!

Starscream: Ergghh!

Optimus: Aaaaaaahhh! Ohhhh!

Demolishor: Uhhhh… Urrr… Uhhhh…

Megatron: Heh, heh, heh, heh, heh… Surprised to see me, Demolishor?

Demolishor: Muh… muh… muh… Megatron! So then it’s true! You really are alive.

Ironhide: Move over, Demolishor. He’s mine.

Demolishor: No, no, wait, Ironhide.

Ironhide: I’m gonna get revenge for Hot Shot.

Demolishor: Ohh! Don’t do it! You’re no match for him.

Ironhide: Let go. Don’t you understand I have to do this?!

Demolishor: Why?!

Ironhide: Because — that rat Megatron almost destroyed my friend Hot Shot.

Demolishor: Sorry… I didn’t even know that.

Ironhide: Hrggh!

Demolishor: Ooohh…

Ironhide: Aaahh! Ehhh… ehhh… ehh… Hey, why’d — ya hit me? Uhh… ughhh…

Demolishor: I’m tired of hiding what I am. Sorry, Ironhide.

Ironhide: Eghhh… What are you doing, Demolishor?

Demolishor: Uh… I’m yours, Megatron.

Megatron: Prove your loyalty by opening up this fortress.

Demolishor: Uhhh.

Megatron: Open the door that you’ve been guarding for the Autobots.

Demolishor: Huh?

Ironhide: No! Please don’t. Don’t, Demolishor.

Megatron: So what’s the matter? Forget whose side you’re on?

Demolishor: Ohhhhh…

Kicker: No! Demolishor! Don’t listen to ‘im. Hhh?

Starscream: Yaargghh!

Optimus: Arggghh! Ohh, I wish he’d stay still!

Kicker: On your right, Optimus!

Optimus: Errggghhh! Aaahh!

Starscream: Aaah! Errraargh!

Optimus: Errrraaaaahh! Huh? He’s gone!

Kicker: He disappeared! That thing — what was it?

Optimus: Not sure. Where’s Megatron?

Kicker: With Demolishor.

Optimus: What?!

Megatron: You’re taking your time, Demolishor… And you’re really starting to test my patience.

Ironhide: No! Don’t do it. Don’t do it, Demolishor.

Megatron: Heh, heh, heh… Aren’t you tired of taking orders from those Autobots?

Demolishor: Ohh!

Megatron: Listen closely. Turn and face me, Demolishor. Now, raise your weapons and fire at me.

Demolishor: Ohhhhohh… But… I can’t, Megatron.

Megatron: Do it! I’m your enemy now. Go ahead and fire on me! Do it now!

Demolishor: But — I can’t! Urgghhhhh…!

Megatron: Come on, you’re an Autobot now, and I’m the enemy!

Demolishor: Noooo…

Ironhide: Errghhhh…

Megatron: Oh, don’t be so pathetic, Demolishor. It’s really quite simple. Just go ahead and squeeze the trigger. Come on! Do it!

Demolishor: No… I can’t, Megatron… I can’t do it! Aaaaaaaaaahhhhhh!

Kicker: No! He blew it open!

Battle Ravage Unit: Terrorcons, attack!

Megatron: There, that wasn’t so bad, was it? Oh, and just a word of advice, Demolishor. If you want to see the future, remember whose side you’re on.

Demolishor: I am a Decepticon.

Megatron: Heh, heh, heh. All right, we’re going to take all the Energon they have and destroy this city.

Optimus: Not so fast. You’re not going anywhere.

Megatron: Heheh… You’re too late.

Kicker: Oh no… Now I know where I belong.

Inferno: Terrorcons are inside the fortress. I can hear them. Come on! I’m ready for ya!

Cyclonus: Hehehahahahahaha! Oohoo! Haha! Heheheheh! Oooh-hoo-hoo!

Jetfire: Ironhide, let’s Powerlinx.

Ironhide: Okay!

Kicker: Hhh… Hhh… Hhh… Hhh! Huh? Holy cow!

Battle Ravage Unit: Hunt the Energon! Let nothing stand in your way!

Strongarm: Kicker!

Kicker: Huh?!

Strongarm: Catch this!

Kicker: Now we’re talking! Aaaaaaaaahhhh! Ergghh…

Hot Shot: Ugghhh…

Inferno: Ugh! Ugh! Ugh! Uhh? Urggh, urgh… Hot Shot!

Hot Shot: Looks like you could use a hand.

Optimus: Aaargh!

Megatron: This time my blade won’t miss!

Optimus: Hhh. Hhh. Hhh.

Kicker: Optimus! Here ya go! Hhh!

Optimus: Rggh.

Megatron: That’s my sword! How did you make a copy of it?!

Optimus: It’s just something our friends the Omnicons made using Energon, and it’s every bit as strong as your sword. And that means our strength is about equal.

Megatron: We’ll see about that, Prime!

Megatron & Optimus: Aaaaarrrrrgggggghh!

Megatron: Ughhh!

Kicker: Ahh… ahhh… Whoa. That’s incredible!

Megatron: Aaaarggghhh! Aarrrrrggghhh! Uggghhh!

Optimus: Aaaaaaaargh!

Megatron: Hahaha… You’ll never beat me, Optimus Prime!

Cyclonus: Megatron! Tt-tt… ooohh…

Megatron: Hhh?

Hot Shot: Arghhhhh…

Megatron: Ergh.

Ironhide: Ugh. Outta the way, traitor! Or I’ll run you through.

Inferno: Huh!

Kicker: This time we got ’em right where we want ’em.

Cyclonus: Hhh… hhh… hhh… ooohhh no…

Megatron: Hmm. I’ve got one more trick up my sleeve.

Optimus: Huh?

Megatron: This is specially treated Energon I’ve been saving for a moment just like this.

Kicker: Aaahh…

Ironhide: Don’t go with them, Demolishor. It doesn’t have to be like this.

Megatron: I’ll be back, Optimus! And next time, I’m taking all your Energon!

Kicker: Ehh… Megatron got away again!

Optimus: He knows when he’s been beat. But it’s too bad Demolishor decided to go with him. I thought that we could show him that there is a more peaceful way of living than what Megatron believes. It’s unfortunate. I guess he just couldn’t break free from all those years of programming. Well, maybe that old saying is true, once a Decepticon, always a Decepticon.

Starscream: Heheheheheh…

[End]

Episode Notes

-I’m going to assume the line voiced by Ironhide, “There’s no way! Never!” does actually belong to Ironhide, but the beta animation places Inferno there instead.

-Strongarm’s dialogue is not pitched in the Ocean City scene.

-“Powerlinx” is pronounced differently by Prime and Jetfire.

-Ironhide and Jetfire aren’t actually shown combining.

Transformers: Energon
“Megatron Resurrected” – Episode 6
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Inferno: (VO) For the past few months, everyone under Optimus Prime’s command has been on edge because our bases have been attacked by Terrorcons. They were after our Energon. The Terrorcons would swoop down, steal as much Energon as they could, the disappear. My job was to be a first line of defense against them. My name is Inferno. And I’m stationed on an outpost and we just had word we were about to be attacked. But this time, we were ready.

Inferno: Now. Open fire! Now! Keep on ’em. Keep ’em from touching down!

Q-1: What is the status on our enemy?

Q-2: Our enemy? Which one do you mean? Which enemy? Ohhh, that’s rich! Hehehe! That’s rich! But you have to admit, it is a good question. Hahahaha!

Jetfire: That’s it, you wimps with wings, gimme your best shot! Uh oh, come on! You can do better than that… Hehe! They’re all yours, boys!

Q-3: Hmmm… They appear to have improved their defensive capabilities.

Q-1: Wasn’t this to be easy?

Q-2: Not when they have so much artillery it’s not!

Ironhide: I just gotta keep one step ahead of these freaks. Transform! That’s it. Keep a-comin’. Let’s get this party started. Come and get me! Little more… Right this way, boys!

Q-1: Our enemies are stopping our quest for the Energon at every turn!

Q-2: But what can we do about it?

Ironhide: Ha, ha, ha, ha! That was fun!

Q-1: How dare they get in the way…

Q-3: And those that do must be eliminated.

Q-2: Yes!

Qs: Eliminate them!

[Commercial]

Kicker: Ohh, man, Mika! That is — that is totally incredible!

Misha: What is, Kicker?

Kicker: You know, that idea you had. Using Energon instead of batteries to power our weapons.

Misha: Well, to be honest, that really wasn’t my intention. I was actually researching the use of Energon for peaceful purposes when it happened.

Kicker: Aww, come on. Gimme a break, would ya? Our weapons are used for peaceful purposes. They protect us from those Terrorcons who’re trying to steal the Energon away from us.

Misha: Hhh!

Kicker: My dad was working on it too… But I guess you beat him to the punch, huh? He wanted to power every city with Energon because it was safe and clean.

Misha: I learned everything I know from your father, Kicker. He’s kind of like my mentor.

Kicker: Huh?

Misha: Dr. Jones is the most brilliant research scientist I know, and you should be proud of him. He told me once that he’d never develop Energon unless it was for peaceful purposes.

Kicker: Ahh, come on. Gimme a break.

Misha: Wh-what is it, Kicker? Hh-hhh!

Kicker: I can sense them coming.

Cyclonus: Aaahahahahaha! Yahooo!

Kicker: ‘Kay, Mika! I’m counting on you!

Misha: Right. And you just be careful out there, Kicker.

Kicker: Yeah, sure.

Misha: I’m serious. You know how much I worry about you.

Kicker: Uhhh. Hhhehhhh… Aw, gee, I really didn’t think you really cared — ughhh! Reality check, Kicker. We’ve got company.

Optimus: Argghh! Transform! Yaaahh! Argghhh! Launch Fire-1! Launch Copter-2! Launch Submarine-4! Launch Digger-3! Skyblast, we’re under attack! I need you, stat!

Skyblast: Can’t Optimus see I’m a little busy?

Misha: Hhhh! Hhhh! Hhhh!

Tech #1: Hey! Where’ve you been?!

Tech #2: Hot date?

Misha: Open all artillery bays.

Tech #2: Can’t. Skyblast and Strongarm are still outside working on ’em.

Misha: Well, we don’t have time to wait, guys. Open up bays! Start firing!

Omnicon A: Okay, we’re done. Now let’s get outta here.

Omnicon B: Right behind ya.

Tech #2: Secondary weapons ready to fire as soon as Energon levels are maxed out.

Optimus: Yah! Optimus Prime, Powerlinx! Fire-1, combine! Copter-2, combine! Digger-3, combine! Submarine-4! Optimus Prime, super mode! You’ve gone far enough, droids.

Omnicon C: Hurry up, Kicker! The gate’s about to open!

Kicker: Do we have enough Energon power yet?

Omnicon C: Huh?

Kicker: Nevermind. You cover me.

Optimus: Yah!

Kicker: Optimus, I’m right behind you. And don’t worry, I got this one!

Optimus: Good job, Kicker.

Kicker: Hey, it’s just doing my job, boss! Guhh!

Optimus: That kid. Huh? Ughh! Yah! Hmm… I wonder why Kicker left me here alone to defend myself.

Kicker: Yeeee-haw! All right, doggy! Sniff that Energon out for me!

Omnicon C: Huh? What the heck’s goin’ on here?!

Skyblast: Huh?

Kicker: Quit drilling, guys, and let the Terrorcon find the Energon for us!

Strongarm: Well, I’ll be. Why didn’t I think of that? Thatta boy… Nice Terrorcon… Wow, this makes my job a whole lot easier.

Kicker: Good news, guys! We’ve struck Energon.

Tech #1: Good work, Kicker.

Tech #1: All systems are go.

Misha: Secondary weapon bay set.

Scorponok: It seems like our friends down there are having a little energy crisis.

Tidal Wave: We will win.

Scorponok: Tidal Wave, it’s time to attack.

Cyclonus: Good aim.

Scorponok: What’s wrong, Cyclonus?

Cyclonus: Whoa, I’m getting outta here!

Scorponok: So what’s his problem? Hmm? Huh? It’s an ambush!

Tidal Wave: Uh oh. We’re in trouble.

Misha: Commence firing!

Scorponok & Tidal Wave: Aaargghhh!

Tech #1: Hey look, you guys. They’re retreating!

Techs: Oh yeah! All right! Ha, ha!

Ironhide: Transform!

Inferno: Transform!

Ironhide: So where’s — the bad guys?

Kicker: You just missed ’em, buddy.

Ironhide: Aww, come on! You’re kidding me, right, Kicker?

Kicker: Hey, with me around, you guy got nothing to worry about!

Q-2: How dare you two failures come back to me empty-handed!

Scorponok: Forgive us for failing, Alpha Q.

Q-3: I grow tired of this.

Q-1: And tired of you!

Scorponok: We were ambushed, your excellency.

Q-2: We don’t have enough Energon!

Q-1: — To revive Megatron!

Qs: You are pathetic!

Q-3: We need even more for Unicron.

Q-2: And at the rate you’re going, we’ll never have enough Energon to keep the lights on in here!

Q-1: And why is that?

Q-3: Your constant failures are getting annoying, Scorponok.

Q-2: You are expendible, you know.

Cyclonus: Eh, eh, Megatron-sir? Unfortunately, we failed again to capture any Energon for you.

Tidal Wave: Our deepest apologies, sir, but we were ambushed.

Cyclonus: Y-yeah, that’s it! Ambushed! Aww, forget it, Tidal Wave! We’re never gonna bring Megatron back to life. Hggh!

Megatron: Don’t do that.

Cyclonus: Hmm?!

Tidal Wave: I believe Megatron said “don’t do that.”

Cyclonus: I heard what he said, you blockhead. It’s just that I never expected him to react. Gee, why do I get stuck with such a numbskull?

Tidal Wave: In me?

Cyclonus: So why are you sticking up for Megatron? Hey, he used to always treat us like dirt. Errr! As a matter of fact, I like him in this state a whole lot better! Hnn!

Megatron: What did you just say?

Cyclonus: Hhh! I think I’m in big trouble!

Scorponok: You moron. Quit fooling around.

Cyclonus: Uh, Tidal Wave did it, sir.

Scorponok: Don’t give me that.

Cyclonus: So what are you doing here, Scorponok?

Scorponok: I’ve come to rectify a little problem we’ve been having.

Cyclonus: A p-p-problem?

Scorponok: It seems someone has been using up all our Energon.

Cyclonus: You mean…?

Tidal Wave: Megatron?

Scorponok: Hmm…

[Commercial]

Q-2: We have no use for the greedy.

Q-1: They hog our Energon.

Q-3: We must eliminate them.

Qs: We must eliminate them!

Cyclonus: What are you doing?! Duhh-ugh… Uhhheeehhh… Hehehe…

Scorponok: Those who steal Energon from us must be terminated.

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave…

Scorponok: Hmm? What — what was that? What’s that sound? Hmm?!

Cyclonus: Hey! It sounds like Megatron’s coming back to life!

Scorponok: Not if I can help it!

Tidal Wave: Huh? Hhh…

Cyclonus: Scorponok, just what do you think you’re doing to Megatron anyway?

Scorponok: Eliminating a problem, that’s what. Huh? What’s — going on?

Tidal Wave: Megatron lives!

Cyclonus: It’s alive! Aliiiive! Hahahahahahaha!

Scorponok: Arggh… What’s happened?!

Q-2: Megatron’s awakening!

Cyclonus: Aaaaahh! I got a bad feeling he’s not too happy with us!

Tidal Wave: Megatron lives! Megatron lives! Megatron lives!

Scorponok: How can this be happening?!

Megatron: I… am… back!

Tidal Wave: Megatron!

Cyclonus: Nice to see ya… Megatron.

Megatron: Who is this one — who dares to use my power? Tell me.

Scorponok: I… didn’t think you would notice. You seemed… distracted.

Megatron: You’ll pay for this.

Scorponok: You don’t scare me with your little toy sword. Besides, it’s nap time again. Attack him!

Megatron: Aaaahh! Ugghhh! Ahhh!

Scorponok: Aaaaaahhh!

Megatron: Ughh!

Scorponok: Haaa!

Megatron: Arggghh! Ugghh! Uhhh.

Cyclonus: Hang in there, sir!

Megatron: Ugh!

Scorponok: Aaaahh!

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha! I have never felt more alive! For that, I thank you, Scorponok.

Scorponok: Aaaaaaaahhhhh!

Megatron: Uffff!

Scorponok: Hwaaah!

Megatron: Hahahaha! Hhh, now it’s time to finish you off! Let’s call it payback — and then we’re even!

Scorponok: Ugh… ughhh. Ohhh.

Megatron: Hahahaha… Aaaaah, uggh!

Cyclonus: Suh-weet!

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha… I commend you on your fortitude, Scorponok. Yet did you really believe you could keep me in a coma?!

Scorponok: Aaahh! Aaaah… aaaahhh… urgh, aaaahhh…

Megatron: It’s good to be back. So good.

Cyclonus: Uh, Megatron-sir… Don’t you think the poor guy’s suffered enough already?

Megatron: Don’t be silly! Why I’m just getting started.

Cyclonus: I can’t watch!

Scorponok: Aaaah!

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha! Hahahahaha!

Scorponok: Aaaah… aaahhh…

Q-3: Very impressive.

Q-1: Yes, I must concur.

Megatron: Aaaahh!

Q-2: That’s enough, Megatron!

Megatron: Aaaah, aaaahh… ugh!

Scorponok: Yah! Ohhhh…

Q-2: Please, Megatron. I believe you have made your point quite clear.

Scorponok: Aahh! I give, Megatron! You win! Aaah! Aaah… ughhh… I said — you win!

Megatron: Sorry, but I believe you are in no position to tell me what to do.

Scorponok: Buh-but you don’t understand…

Megatron: Silence!

Scorponok: It wasn’t me that was using you, Megatron… It was all Alpha Q’s idea.

Megatron: Alpha Q?

Cyclonus: Yeah, he’s right, Megatron-sir. There’s this creep with like four heads and he’s behind all this.

Megatron: How am I supposed to believe, Cyclonus, after you had the nerve to kick me while I was down?

Cyclonus: Because he’s telling the truth, sir!

Megatron: Well… He’d better be.

Scorponok: Uhh… aaaawwwww….

Megatron: Welcome to my team, Scorponok!

Scorponok: Aaaaaaahhh!

Megatron: Hahahahaha!

Scorponok: Aaaaahhhh! Ahh… ahhh… Hhh. Uh.

Megatron: Now off with you, Scorponok. And show this to Alpha Q.

Scorponok: Yes… sir…

Q-3: I sense someone.

Q-1: Who is it?!

Q-3: How should I know? We finally meet, Megatron.

Cyclonus: What is that thing?!

Megatron: So, you must be Alpha Q.

Q-2: Good guess. Welcome to our lair. Make yourself at home. Hmm?

Q-1: Wuh… What’s going on?!

Q-2: Oh no! We’re surrounded!

Q-1: And with our Terrorcons!

Q-3: It appears we do not stand a chance against him.

Q-2: Which means we’ve got to run!

Megatron: Hold it. You’re not going anywhere.

Qs: Ughhhh… Hrggh!

Megatron: Uggh-hhh.

Qs: Hhh… hhh!

Megatron: Quick, after him, men!

Cyclonus: Come back here!

Q-3: I don’t think that’s such a good idea.

Cyclonus: What the?

Megatron: Open the gate! Ugh! Arrrruggghh!

Qs: Hhhh. Hhhh. Hhhh.

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha. Well, it looks like you ran into a bit of a dead end, Alpha Q.

Q-1: Maybe to you, Megatron!

Megatron: What?!

Q-1: For the past few years, you have suckled on our Energon while you pilfered from us. But all the while it is I who have carried out the bidding of Unicron!

Megatron: You are a fool! You may think you know Unicron, but in the end, it is I who is destined to rule the universe!

Q-2: Only time will tell, Megatron!

Megatron: What? What does that mean? What does that mean, you spineless simpleton?!

Cyclonus: Huhuhuhuh! Heheheh… Look! Unicron is breaking up! That’s impossible, it can’t break up!

Megatron: Do me a favour and shut up, Cyclonus! So, you’re still here.

Q-3: Heh, heh, heh, heh… Hahahahahaha…

Cyclonus: Now — we’re trapped!

Q-3: Hahahahahahaha!

Cyclonus: He disappeared!

Scorponok: But soon he’ll… re-return.

Megatron: Hahahahahaha… I think it’s time to forget about that pathetic Alpha Clueless. Now, let’s go get us some Energon, men.

Scorponok: I’m not going.

Megatron: Oh, I beg to differ, my friend.

Scorponok: But that would be a suicide mission. At our present power level, Optimus would destroy us!

Megatron: Heheheh… Trust me. That is not going to happen.

Kicker: Hurry! Open the gate! Radar just picked up an attack on Plains City!

Ironhide: Hey, hey, hey, relax, Kicker. Hot Shot and his crew are already there. I’m sure that they can handle it.

Kicker: I doubt it, Ironhide. Guess who just showed up.

Scorponok: Aaaahh…. aaaahh!

Megatron: Time to test your loyalty, Scorponok. Be my shield.

Hot Shot: Huh?

Megatron: You pass. Now out of my way!

Scorponok: Aahhh!

Hot Shot: It can’t be…!

Inferno: Whoa… What happened here?

Kicker: Man… It must’ve been ugly. Huh?

Megatron: Hahahaha. I’m guessing you’re surprised to see me.

Hot Shot: Errghhh.

Optimus: Hmmm!

Hot Shot: Urggghhh… Ugh! Aaaaahh!

Ironhide: No… no… Hot Shooooooooot!

[End]

Episode Notes

-When Alpha Q says “Our enemy? Which one do you mean? Which enemy? Ohhh, that’s rich! Hehehe! That’s rich! But you have to admit, it is a good question. Hahahaha!”, it all appears to be one character speaking with a different tone in his voice.

-Pronunciation of “Powerlinx” has changed to “Powerlink.”

-Optimus says “combine” for all of his drones except Submarine-4. This becomes a habit.

-Omnicon C has Skyblast’s voice but is a Strongarm unit. I assume Terry Klassen just ran outta voices.

-When Ironhide and Inferno come through the spacebridge, they both say “transform!” in the wrong order.

-Q-1 voices the line “Yes, I must concur” while Q-3 is visible.

-Scorponok’s lips do not move when saying “I give, Megatron! You win!”

-When Cyclonus calls Alpha Q “a creep with four heads,” how does he know about the fourth head to be revealed later? I guess he can’t count.

-Cyclonus doesn’t seem to recognize Alpha Q, most likely because he never saw him in the light in episode 4. Still, it’d be an obvious assumption.

Transformers: Energon
“The New Cybertron City” – Episode 5
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Kicker: Uhh? Uhh? It’s an Energon beam. Hhh! Hhh! Hhh! Hhh! Hhh! Hhh! Hhh! Hhh. There’s Energon out here? How did I get here? What is this place? That mountain… I’ve seen it before! (Waking up) Hhh! What a weird dream! Hmmm… Okay, let’s see. Where is it? Bingo! It must be… an Energon point!

[Commercial]

Kicker: Yee-hoo! Good. At least I’m in the right place.

Strongarm: Have ya found anything out there yet, Kicker?

Kicker: No. I’ll have to expand my search range.

Strongarm: Then it might be a good idea to move our camp closer to this location. Ohh, we’re a long way from the others.

Kicker: Don’t worry. I know there’s Energon out here.

Strongarm: Okay, keep lookin’. I’ll meet ya here in an hour.

Kicker: You don’t have to leave, do ya? Just tell the others to meet up with us. They have anything else to do, anyway.

Strongarm: Uhhh — I can’t do that. I’d feel bad if I made them haul all my heavy tools all the way up here!

Kicker: Heh, heh… Heheh… Those Omnicons are real team players.

Ironhide: Aawww, why did he volunteer to come with us? He doesn’t even bother to help out at all.

Hot Shot: What’s that?

Ironhide: Uh, nothing.

Demolishor: (VO) If I didn’t see it for myself, I never would’ve believed it. Uhh. Was it real?

Demolishor: If that was Megatron’s sword, does that mean that he’s come back to life? And if he’s out there, then why doesn’t he show himself?

Cyclonus: Haha! Energon delivery!

Tidal Wave: Megatron will be pleased.

Cyclonus: Well, I guess we better see if we can find his meanness. Hello! Megatron, where are you?! It’s Cyclonus, your number one Decepticon at your service! Ugh! Where is he? So Tidal Wave, you really think he’s here?

Tidal Wave: Yes.

Cyclonus: Well, where then?! Hmm?! M-M-Megatron! Hahahahahahahaha! Boy, the boss is really in bad shape! Megatron! It’s me, Cyclonus! Wake up, please!

Tidal Wave: Megatron!

Cyclonus: Talk to me, your evilness! I’m here for ya! Woohoo?! Anybody in there?

Tidal Wave: Stop that!

Cyclonus: Aaaaahhh! Aw, how come he won’t wake up?! Huh?!

Tidal Wave: Hmm. I don’t know.

Cyclonus: Hey, were you lying when you said Megatron could be revived?

Scorponok: You mean you don’t believe me?! Watch yourself. Remember, I have Megatron’s sword.

Cyclonus: Hey, would ya take it easy? I just wanna help out the boss, that’s all!

Tidal Wave: Megatron…

Scorponok: Then be quiet. We will ask Alpha Q. He will know what we should do.

Cyclonus: Alpha Q?! I wanna meet ‘im!

Tidal Wave: Me too.

Scorponok: You want to meet him?!

Cyclonus: Yeah, we must’ve delivered enough Energon.

Scorponok: Get more.

Cyclonus: What?!

Scorponok: We’ll need a lot more Energon.

Q-3: Yes, bring us more. Bring us more!

Scorponok: I didn’t know you were listening, Alpha Q.

Cyclonus: Where is he?!

Tidal Wave: Alpha Q?

Q-2: Listen, you Decepticons. There is not enough Energon to wake Megatron. Not enough!

Q-1: Bring it to us, and then we begin the revival!

Q-3: What are you just standing there for? You know what you must do. Now go get the Energon!

Cyclonus: Uh, ruh-right.

Tidal Wave: Yes. Must revive Megatron.

Rad: Optimus, the upgrades on the Grand Force are now complete so I’ll send it to you right now.

Optimus: Good. You finished it.

Dr. Jones: Well, if we had left them in ruins, it would make things difficult for you, I think.

Rad: And with all the improvements, I’m sure it will be even better than it was before.

Optimus: Thank you. I’m eager to test them out.

Dr. Jones: So how are things going over there, Optimus?

Optimus: Well, right now Kicker is out searching for a new Energon point.

Dr. Jones: When you find it, make sure you send me the exact co-ordinates right away.

Optimus: Yes, I’ll do that, Dr. Jones.

Rad: Okay, Optimus. I’m sending the Grand Force through the spacebridge right now. Get ready.

Optimus: Optimus Prime, super mode. Powerlinx. Fire-1, combine! Copter-2, combine! Digger-3, combine! Submarine-4, combine! Optimus Prime, super mode! Feels much smoother now. I like it. Is everything under control?

Inferno: Yes. We’re fine.

Optimus: Let me know when Hot Shot reports in. As soon as we have the co-ordinates of the Energon point, send them to Dr. Jones.

Jetfire: Do you think that’s a good idea, sir?

Optimus: Yes, why not?

Jetfire: It’s just that our transmission could be intercepted by the enemy — or even worse, it could be used against us by a member of the recon team.

Optimus: What do you mean?

Jetfire: I’m talking about Demolishor, sir.

Optimus: That’s enough, Jetfire.

Jetfire: But!

Optimus: I said that’s enough! He once was a Decepticon, but now he’s apart of our team.

Jetfire: Yessir…

Ironhide: 1 – 2 – 3 – 4! 1 – 2 – 3 – 4! Hey, why don’t you help carry some stuff?

Demolishor: No, I’m not some kind of pack animal. That’s a job for rookies like you!

Ironhide: Uhh, what was that? Who’re you calling a rookie, pal?

Demolishor: You heard me!

Ironhide: Errrrgh! Take that back!

Demolishor: Go ahead and try! If you got the guts.

Ironhide: Yeah?

Demolishor: Listen, you just better watch yourself, rookie, or else.

Ironhide: Can it, Decepticon! I don’t trust you one bit!

Demolishor: Oh yeah?!

Ironhide: Erggghh…

Demolishor: Ugggghhh…

Hot Shot: Hey, you two — cut it out! Ironhide, apologize to Demolishor.

Ironhide: Why should I have to apologize? He’s the one who started it!

Hot Shot: What is it exactly that you don’t trust about Demolishor?

Ironhide: Well, he’s a Decepticon. Everybody knows you can’t trust them.

Hot Shot: Hey, watch it! With that kinda attitude, no wonder Demolishor doesn’t wanna stay with us.

Ironhide: Ughhh!

Hot Shot: Demolishor, I understand that it’s difficult for you as a Decepticon. But remember, you’re part of our team now.

Demolishor: Huh. I’m not taking orders from you. No way!

Hot Shot: Hhh.

Demolishor: Autobots… They think they’re so smart.

Kicker: Huh? Oh no. A fog is rolling in. If this keeps up, I’m not gonna be able to find that Energon point today.

Hot Shot: Kicker, can you hear me?

Kicker: Yeah.

Hot Shot: It’s starting to snow here. How ’bout we all head back to camp till it blows over?

Kicker: All right. I’m on my way back right now. No! It’s starting to snow here too. Oh, great. I can’t see anything! I gotta get outta this. I hope this is the right way out. Huh? Uggh… Aaaaaaaaahhhhhhhh!

Hot Shot: Kicker, what’s happened? Kicker, come in. Come in!

Strongarm: Sounds like he’s in trouble.

Ironhide: He needs out help, Hot Shot.

Hot Shot: All right, let’s move out, in two teams. Stay in contact.

Demolishor: I’ll go alone. The last thing I need is someone looking over my shoulder.

Hot Shot: No. Team up with Ironhide. You two need to get better acquainted anyway.

Demolishor: Ohhhh… That rookie will just get in my way!

Ironhide: I guess I’d better go because I don’t want you to get lost.

Hot Shot: Be careful. That’s an order.

Ironhide: Yessir, understood.

Strongarm: Let’s go!

Hot Shot: No. Someone should be here if Kicker makes it back. I want you to sit tight for now. And keep your eyes open, Strongarm.

Strongarm: Yessir!

[Flashback]

Kicker: Heh… Heh… Heheheh.

Sally: Awwwhhh… Awhhhh…

Kicker: Dad, so when do we get to Earth?

Dr. Jones: Not long, son.

Kicker: Yeah! All right! We’ll be home soon!

Dr. Jones: No, we have to make one stop before we get home.

Kicker: But why?

Dr. Jones: You know why. We need Energon. We have to find some, before we can get back home.

Kicker: Awww, I don’t wanna look for Energon. It’s no fun anymore! Mmm, mmm. Whoaaa… uhhh… Uhh… Huh?

Dr. Jones: Way to go, Kicker! Hahahaha!

Kicker: Aww, dad, that was just way too easy! Hehehe.

Dr. Jones: We’ll have to stay a few weeks until the Omnicons finish mining the Energon.

Kicker: Boy, they sure are hard workers. Uhh, I don’t like it here, Dad. I’m scared.

Dr. Jones: I’m here, son. Don’t you worry.

[End Flashback]

Kicker: Uhh… uhh. Dad…? Uhh… Hhh. Why was I dreaming of Dad?! Owww. Uhh… Man, that was quite a fall I took. I’m at the bottom of a ravine! Oh man!

[Commercial]

Hot Shot: Kicker, where are you?! Answer me if you can hear me, Kicker!

Kicker: You don’t have to yell so loud! I can hear you, Hot Shot.

Hot Shot: Kicker! Are you okay?

Kicker: Yeah, I just banged up my shoulder a bit. Hey, Grindor… Are you all right?

Hot Shot: What happened to you, anyway?

Kicker: I fell into a ravine.

Hot Shot: Do you know where you are? I’ll come and get you.

Kicker: I’m not sure. But I do know that I’m pretty far below the snowline.

Hot Shot: Did you all hear that? We’re gonna go down into the ravine. Meet me there.

Ironhide: Okay!

Demolishor: Hhh. Oh, great.

Ironhide: Decepticon… Huh.

Inferno: I’m sensing an enemy warp signal, sir.

Optimus: Good work, Inferno. Where’s the enemy headed?

Inferno: Plains City. No, wait, they’re headed straight for Kicker!

Optimus: What?! Jetfire, alert Hot Shot right away!

Jetfire: Hot Shot, there’s an enemy force headed your way!

Hot Shot: There is?

Jetfire: Yeah, so be on the look-out.

Cyclonus: Hahahahahahaha! How’s the weather down there, Hot Shot?! Kinda a stormy day for a walk, isn’t it?!

Hot Shot: Cyclonus!

Cyclonus: Okay, where’s the Energon?!

Hot Shot: What?!

Tidal Wave: Energon — we want it!

Hot Shot: Tidal Wave! There’s not a single ounce of Energon here! And even if there was, you wouldn’t get it from me!

Cyclonus: Then I guess I’ll just have to ask Demolishor! Hahaha!

Hot Shot: Guhh! Oh no! What’s happening?! Grgghh, grghh… aaaaahhhh…

Cyclonus: Where’d he go? Tidal Wave, let’s go find Demolishor. Yaaa-hoooooo! Hahaha!

Ironhide: Huh?

Demolishor: Huh?

Divebomb Unit: Attaaaaaack!

Ironhide: Terrorcons! Hghh! Hggh… Hgghh… Hggghhhh!

Demolishor: Aaaargggh!

Kicker: Aaaahh… aaaaahh! Man! This is to steep to get out of! What’s going on? Ughh! Aaaaahh! An avalanche?! Hey, that’s my way outta here! C’mon, Grindor. You can do it. Awww, man. Doesn’t look like you have enough power to make it outta here, buddy. Uhh? I can’t believe my rotten luck. It’s right behind this rock. To think that I’m right next to an Energon point and can’t do anything about it. Could this day get any worse?!

Demolishor: Hrggghh! Hrgh!

Hot Shot: Transform! Everyone all right here?

Demolishor: Oh yeah.

Ironhide: What about Kicker?

Hot Shot: I sent Strongarm to the ravine to help him get outta there, Ironhide.

Ironhide: So you know where he is?

Hot Shot: Yeah, and it’s a real deep one. Now make sure these guys don’t get any closer.

Ironhide: Roger!

Demolishor: Hrggghhh!

Cyclonus: Aha! There you are, Demolishor!

Tidal Wave: Where’s the Energon?

Demolishor: Cy-cyclonus! Tidal Wave!

Ironhide: You traitor!

Demolishor: Who — me?

Cyclonus: Hey Demolishor, haven’t you figured it out yet? Your place isn’t on their side, it’s with us!

Demolishor: Why should I join up with you two again? What’s in it for me?

Hot Shot: Hrgh! Arggh! Demolishor, you’re our friend! You know you can trust us!

Demolishor: I’m your friend?

Cyclonus: Sheesh, don’t be such a sap. He’s only saying that.

Strongarm: Kicker! Hang on, I’m comin’ for ya!

Cyclonus: Oh, look. There’s an Omnicon. That’s where the Energon must be. Hahahaha!

Hot Shot: Oh no you don’t!

Cyclonus: Hey, watch it, would ya? Owww! That was a close one!

Kicker: Ehhh… Hey! Down here! Down here!

Strongarm: Kicker! Are you all right?

Kicker: Uhh… I’m managing. Hey, what the matter? It doesn’t reach?

Strongarm: I don’t have any more pipe. Can ya grab it?

Kicker: I guess I’ll have to. Just a little more… C’mon, Grindor. Yah! Okay! Got it. Pull us up! Man, am I glad to be outta there, Strongarm. Okay, now go ahead and transmit the co-ordinates.

Strongarm: All right… Although I think we should’ve done a test ore.

Kicker: Eggh… We don’t have time for that right now. And it looks like we got company!

Optimus: Optimus Prime, transform!

Inferno: Inferno, transform!

Optimus: Optimus Prime, super mode! Powerlinx! Optimus Prime, super mode! Anyone injured?

Kicker: No, but we did send the data for the Energon point just now.

Optimus: Good. Then we’d better get outta here.

Kicker: What? I thought we were gonna defend the Energon point.

Hot Shot: Optimus, what’s going on?

Optimus: We have to withdraw for the time being.

Battle Ravage Unit: Get the Energon!

Battle Ravage Unit: Faster, dig faster!

Cyclonus: Hehehehe! Hey, look, they’re running away! And they left all that Energon behind!

Rad: Doctor, I’ve linked the spacebridge with the new Energon point and we’re ready to initiate whenever you are.

Dr. Jones: Jetfire, are you ready on that end?

Jetfire: We’re all set here. The recon team was able to withdraw to the safety zone without any problems.

Dr. Jones: Good. I’ve got a present for all of them. Now, get ready. You understand?

Battle Ravage Unit: Up there, what is it?

Cyclonus: What is that thing?!

Optimus: I knew Dr. Jones would come through.

Kicker: That’s from my dad?!

Ironhide: I don’t believe it… It’s Cybertron City!

Strongarm: It’s gigantic!

Divebomb Unit: Fly, Terrorcons! Retreat!

Ironhide: Man! It’s incredible!

Hot Shot: It sure is!

Kicker: Boy, my dad sure knows how to put on a show.

Cyclonus: I don’t know what happened, but I don’t like it.

Scorponok: Curse them. They’ve sealed a new Energon point.

Cyclonus: You’re a little late.

Scorponok: Did you get any Energon?

Cyclonus: Well what do you think?!

Scorponok: Alpha Q gave you a direct order… Do it!

Optimus: Ahhh… It’s good to be home.

Signal Flare: That’s it, Scorponok. Hold it right there.

Skyblast: Hey, what are you doing?

Signal Flare: Ah, just a little scanning for cloning purposes.

Skyblast: Ha, ha, ha. That’s pretty unusual for an Omnicon.

Signal Flare: Hey Skyblast, I’m just planning for the future, that’s all.

Cyclonus: Oh, it’s no use! We’re just getting hit up here.

Scorponok: Then we have no choice. We must withdraw.

Demolishor: (VO) He can’t be alive, because if he were, he would’ve been out on that front line for sure. At least, that’s the Megatron that I remember.

Kicker: (VO) My dad really did come through for all of us today.

Kicker: (In flashback) I’m scared!

Kicker: (VO) And when I think back to when I was a kid, and all those Energon exploration missions we did together, he was always looking out for me then, too. I thought all he cared about was his research, but he’s still protecting me. Even now…

[End]

Episode Notes

-The Prime Force is called the “Grand Force” this ep.

-Strongarm’s pitch isn’t on for his line “Sounds like he’s in trouble.”

Transformers: Energon
“Megatron’s Sword” – Episode 4
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Q-3: Aaahh… Energon… I can feel its power. Every new shipment makes the sleeping one stronger and stronger. And it won’t be much longer before the master is restored to his former self.

Q-2: Oooohh! But those Terrorcons never bring enough! At the rate, we will be waiting eons for his greatness to awake.

Q-3: Patience, my brother. Patience.

Q-1: Noooo! I cannot wait any longer! Don’t you see? The reason we haven’t gathered enough Energon is because the Autobots interfering with our plan! They must be eliminated at once!

Q-3: Yes, they have been getting in the way recently, haven’t they?

Q-2: They we should get rid of them… And I know just the way to do it! Wake up, wake up, my sleeping giant… The Autobots are near. Get ready to riot… Heheheh. Look… The Energon flows through him! Perhaps we can use him.

Q-3: Then let’s do it.

Q-2: But he’s not ready. His spark is still too dim!

Q-1: Well, what does he need?

Q-3: Uhhh… More Energon?

Q-1: He’ll have all the Energon he needs… And the Autobots will supply it.

Q-2: Yes, my brother. Let’s set the plan in motion. Alert Scorponok and Tidal Wave! Heheheheh!

Qs: Hahahahahahaha…

Jetfire: Okay, don’t move!

Ironhide: Ugghh! Ugggghh!

Jetfire: Ugh, that’s enough. Forget it.

Ironhide: C’mon, Jetfire, let’s try it one more time!

Jetfire: Listen, I keep telling you that you gotta synchronize your breathing with mine.

Ironhide: I’m trying.

Jetfire: If you can’t sense the vibrations of the Combination Spark by now, then we might as well give up. It’s no use. Catch ya later.

Ironhide: Yeah, okay. See ya. Hhh… Hmmmm… Yeah, like that…

Mini-Con A: There’s still no sign of the recon ship from Earth, sir.

Mini-Con B: I wonder what’s taking them so long. We sent a transmission days ago and ever since we discovered this Energon supply below Mars City, my sensors have been acting up. I only hope we can get some help from the Autobots soon. If we’re attacked, we don’t have enough firepower to withstand a battle on our own.

Dr. Jones: Yes, Optimus. There is still some Energon at Mars City. We thought it had been completely decimated, but a hidden reserved was discovered by a squadron of Mini-Cons. I was hoping that you could send a support team there to investigate.

Optimus: There are Mini-Cons at Mars City?

Rad: Yeah, I sent them a signal telling them we’re on our way, but they haven’t responded yet.

Dr. Jones: Don’t worry. The area is completely locked down and we’ve taken all the necessary secruity precautions aswell. Apprentice officers are being assembled to go investigate. They’ll keep the station posted on any major development.

Optimus: Good, I’m glad to hear that.

Ironhide: Mars City? I’m in! I know I can show those rookies a thing or two! Ya gotta let me lead the mission, sir!

Hot Shot: Ha, ha, ha! Yeah right!

Ironhide: C’mon. I’ve been practicing the Combination Spark with Jetfire.

Hot Shot: And I heard you need a whole lot more practice.

Ironhide: Huh? How’d ya know that?

Optimus: Doctor, let’s get those Mini-Cons out of Mars City. They’re an easy target and I’m worried our enemies might attack them.

Dr. Jones: Yes, as you wish, Optimus. But I don’t like the idea of leaving all that Energon unguarded.

Kicker: (VO) Has Optimus lost it? He can’t abandon Mars City.

Optimus: Remember, we can’t mine Energon without the help of the Omnicons.

Dr. Jones: Oh, that’s right. How could I forget that? That’s it. A signal! It’s coming from the Mini-Cons at Mars City. Two Transformers are approaching the planet. They won’t identify themselves. I think they’re in trouble.

Mini-Con C: Intruder! Prepare to fire on my command.

Mini-Con D: Wait. It’s a Transformer. I think I’ve seen this one before. Yes, I recognize him. His name is Tidal Wave.

Mini-Con C: Well, I’m not taking any chances!

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave, transform!

Mini-Con C: Hold it! Are you friend or foe?

Tidal Wave: Enemy? No, not enemy.

Mini-Con C: But you were once a Decepticon, weren’t you?

Tidal Wave: Decepticon no more. At ease, my friends.

Mini-Con C: Okay, but what are you doing here?

Mini-Con D: So, have you come to guide us back to Earth?

Tidal Wave: You have Energon here, yes?

Mini-Con C: That’s right. We found an undiscovered cache of Energon not far from here. Why do you ask?

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave want Energon.

Optimus: This could be some kind of a trap. Tell the Mini-Cons to hold their ground.

Dr. Jones: They understand.

Kicker: Rats!

Tidal Wave: Errauaggghh!

Battle Ravage Unit: Terrorcons, attack!

Tidal Wave: Must resurrect Megatron!

Scorponok: You puny Mini-Cons… Don’t you know who you’re dealing with?

Mini-Con E: Aaahh!

Scorponok: I am Scorponok! Surrender all your Energon or suffer my wrath! Aahahahahaha!

Demolishor: Huh? Where are those Autobots going?

Jetfire: Get it in gear, Prime Squad. We got work to do. Inferno, open up the spacebridge.

Ironhide: I hope we’re not too late. Those Mini-Cons are no match for those two psycho-bots.

Hot Shot: Optimus-sir, are you sensing something’s wrong?

Optimus: Yes, we shouldn’t be leaving the base.

Kicker: What are you talking about, Optimus?

Optimus: It’s a trick. They want us to go into space. That will leave the Earth defenseless.

Jetfire: But the Mini-Cons on Mars…!

Optimus: They’re going to have to make it back on their own. Inferno, send out an emergency order to all Autobots. They are to withdraw all forces and return to Earth or Cybertron. I want all bases on high alert and extra guards on the Energon reserves. We may have a big battle ahead of us.

Ironhide: Optimus-sir, so what do you want us to do?

Optimus: This squad will not go to Mars. It will remain at this base and defend Earth’s bases. As your leader, I’m asking you to trust me. An order is an order. We’re staying put until further notice.

Kicker: Oh, man!

Hot Shot: Don’t let it get to you, Kicker. Optimus doesn’t like the idea of leaving those Mini-Cons to fight for themselves any more than you do.

Ironhide: Hot Shot’s right. It’s a tough decision, but it’s for the best.

Kicker: Well, if I were in command, things would be different!

Demolishor: Hey! What’s happening?! Are we going into combat? Is a base under attack or what?!

Kicker: Our orders are to sit tight until something happens.

Demolishor: Hmm?

Kicker: Come on. Show yourselves. I’ll take you all on myself if I have to.

Demolishor: You okay, Kicker?

Kicker: I’m fine. Just mind your own business!

Demolishor: Easy! What’s gotten into you?

Kicker: Nothing! Uh, keep an eye out. We’re supposed to be expecting company. Uhh? A spacebridge… So Optimus was right!

Demolishor: Did I miss something?

Cyclonus: Hahahahahahahaha! Woohoohoohahahahaha!

Demolishor: I’d recognize that cackle anywhere!

Cyclonus: Lah-dee-dah-dee-dah-dee-dah! Transform!

Demolishor: Cyclonus!

Cyclonus: The one and only!

Ironhide: Huh? Who’s that with Demolishor?

Kicker: Take it easy. He’s not an enemy.

Ironhide: What?

Kicker: Listen, Ironhide. He’s an old friend of Demolishor’s.

Ironhide: A friend?

Kicker: Yeah, they go way back.

Cyclonus: Hyaaah!

Demolishor: Ooomph! Watch it!

Cyclonus: Heheheheh… Still don’t know how to fight, huh? Hahahaha!

Demolishor: Of course I do!

Cyclonus: Oh, I don’t know. I think you’ve spent too much time around Autobots!

Demolishor: I’m just as strong as I ever was. And I’ll prove it to you!

Cyclonus: Easy now, big fella. I wouldn’t wanna hurt you. I just wanna know if you’ve heard the rumour! Scorponok’s been reactivated and he’s gonna lead the Decepticon army into a new era! That’s the latest! Ehh! Haven’t ya heard?

Demolishor: If that’s true, then things could be looking up for us, my old friend.

Demolishor & Cyclonus: Heheheheheh…

Ironhide: What’s with them?

Kicker: Who knows? It’s the Mini-Cons from Mars?!

Ironhide: Hey, they made it!

Optimus: Welcome, Sonar. It’s good to see you again.

Hot Shot: Sonar, what’s the situation on Mars?

Optimus: I understand.

Kicker: Is there any news? What’s going on at Mars City?

Optimus: Huhh… I’m afraid it’s a lot worse than I thought.

Q-3: This supply of Energon is the bounty we have been waiting for, but it is still not enough.

Q-2: We must have more… We must have more!

Q-1: Come to us, Scorponok. We have something for you. The first of many rewards if you succeed in plundering the Autobots’ Energon reserves.

Q-3: The sleeping one holds more secrets than you know, Scorponok. Inside him is a weapon of unequalled power. We want to give it to you as a gift for your loyal service.

Q-1: Heh, heh, yes! Yes! It is a very special gift, indeed.

Q-2: This is no ordinary blade. This is the Star Saber! Hahahaha!

Scorponok: Megatron’s Sword!

Q-3: There isn’t a fortress strong enough to stand its destructive power. Wield this against the Autobots and they will fall at your feet.

Scorponok: It’s very impressive. I will put it to good use.

Q-1: Nothing will stand in your way! Heh, heh, heh, heh!

Q-3: Use this weapon to take all of the Energon that exists on Earth.

Q-2: And destroy the Autobots! Destroy them all!

Qs: Heheheheh! Hahahahahahaha!

[Commercial]

Ironhide: The Mini-Cons are just as restless as we are.

Kicker: Yeah.

Ironhide: Do you think Optimus could’ve been wrong about staying here on Earth?

Kicker: Hmm.

Ironhide: There could still be Mini-Cons on Mars who need our help.

Kicker: Uhh.

Ironhide: Oh no! Earth’s under attack!

Yellow Autobot: What’s a Terrorcon doing all the way out here?

Red Autobot: Don’t know. That’s weird.

Yellow Autobot: They must know that we have Energon here!

Strongarm: Okay, you bots, gather ’round for your Energon booster shot.

Cyclonus: Wait up!

Demolishor: We’re coming too!

Ironhide: We don’t have room for your kinda baggage.

Optimus: You’ll have to stay and protect Ocean City. The Omnicons only have a small amount of Energon and we’ve already absorbed it.

Cyclonus: Hey, times may have changed, but there’s no way I’m gonna take orders from an Autobot. Hahahaha…

Demolishor: Yeah, we’re itching for a piece of the action too.

Cyclonus: Transform!

Demolishor: Transform!

Cyclonus: Hahahaha!

Optimus: Decepticons. Sorry, your team couldn’t handle the kind of combat we’re expecting.

Kicker: We’ve gotta let them come with us. They saw what happened to their friends on Mars. They deserve a chance to get even. Please, Optimus. We need their help.

Demolishor: Yaaaahoooo!

Cyclonus: Hahahahaha!

Scorponok: There is Energon here. And we’re going to take it. It belongs to us. Let nothing stand in your way. Attack! Their defenses are weak. Soon it will be ours.

Tidal Wave: Energon!

Scorponok: Yes, Tidal Wave! Follow me!

Cyclonus: Hahahaha! Lah-dee-dah-dee-dah! Hahaha! It’s like a Terrorcon shooting gallery up here! Hahahaha!

Tidal Wave: Cyclonus!

Cyclonus: Tidal Wave?! Uh oh!

Tidal Wave: You are in my way!

Cyclonus: You big lugnut! Whose side are you on, anyway?

Optimus: Is the city safe?

Jetfire: Yeah, but it doesn’t look good.

Optimus: Then we’ll have to change that.

Hot Shot: Well, come on! What’re we waitin’ for?!

Optimus: No. Here’s the plan, Hot Shot. Try and draw the Terrorcons away from the city. That will give me room to go secure the Energon.

Hot Shot: Roger.

Optimus: Kicker, Ironhide, I want you to take the Mini-Cons and go setup a perimeter around the entrance to the city.

Kicker: But — what for?

Optimus: I believe all the civilians have been evacuated, but incase there are any left, I want you to make sure they all got out safely. Understand?

Ironhide: But commander, I really wanna mix it up!

Optimus: That’s an order!

Ironhide: Hhh, yessir.

Optimus: Optimus Prime, super mode! Powerlinx! Fire-1, combine! Copter-2, combine! Digger-3, combine! Submarine-4, combine! Optimus Prime, super mode!

Tidal Wave: You insect.

Cyclonus: You chump. Scorponok wants you to believe Megatron is still alive to use you.

Tidal Wave: But I have proof.

Cyclonus: Oh yeah? Well, let’s see it then.

Tidal Wave: Not now. Later.

Cyclonus: I knew you’d say that! Hahahahaha!

Scorponok: We’ll be inside the walls of the city in no time!

Hot Shot: That’s him! That’s their leader!

Scorponok: Let’s see what… this sword can do. Raaahhh…

Hot Shot: Uh oh.

Scorponok: Raaaaurrgghhh!

Hot Shot: Oh no!

Ironhide: Whoooooaaaa!

Kicker: Aaaahh! Ah! Ugh! I wonder what’s going on out there. I hope our guys are okay.

Ironhide: Kicker…

Kicker: What is it?

Ironhide: I wanna go out there. I wanna fight!

Kicker: Yeah, I know. I feel the same way, but we gotta follow orders. Hhhwah… I don’t sense anyone in here.

Ironhide: Huh?

Kicker: That means everyone got out!

Optimus: Hwaah! Whoa.

Jetfire: Commander!

Optimus: I’m all right. Get back to the battle. They’ve still got us outnumbered. I’m going to see what’s left of the Energon.

Jetfire: Roger that!

Scorponok: Hmm? Optimus Prime!

Optimus: It can’t be… That’s Megatron’s sword! Can he still be alive?

Demolishor: Hrgh! Megatron’s still alive?!

Cyclonus: Whaddya mean he’s still alive? He can’t be! Can he?

Tidal Wave: We need Energon for his resurrection.

Cyclonus: No problemo! Hahahahahahahaha!

Jetfire: You traitor!

Scorponok: Aaaaarrrrgggggghhhh!

Optimus: Aah! No! Aaahh!

Kicker: What a disaster! The town’s history!

Ironhide: All I need is one clean shot.

Kicker: Save it. We’ve gotta help the others. Whoa!

Demolishor: Cyclonus, they might just be trying to trick us by telling us that Megatron’s still alive.

Cyclonus: Well, that sword Scorponok’s carrying is a pretty good imitation! I don’t know about you, but I’m convinced!

Hot Shot: Don’t be fooled. It’s just talk. We’ve gotta stop fighting eachother.

Demolishor: (VO) Can it be true? I don’t know whose side I’m on.

Scorponok: The power of your Energon star is running out. Now you’re all mine.

Optimus: Huhh.

Kicker: This is incredible!

Ironhide: It’s go time! Transform!

Kicker: Hey! Don’t go off on your own! Ugh! That was easy. Heh! Come get some! Oh, I get it!

Ironhide: I don’t have time to mess around with you.

Jetfire: Ironhide! Do you think you’re ready to link up with me now?

Ironhide: Uh.

Jetfire: C’mon. Let’s Superlink!

Ironhide: Uh, right here… Right now?

Jetfire: Just remember to synchronize your breathing, okay?

Ironhide: Right! Ironhide!

Jetfire: Jetfire… Prepare to… Superlink!

Ironhide: I did it… It really worked! Yah!

Kicker: Ironhide!

Ironhide: Huh?

Kicker: Grab this! It’s all yours, buddy!

Scorponok: It’s over. You’re out of strength.

Optimus: Goooo…. Prime Force!

Scorponok: Aah! You tricked me! Yaaaaaaahhh! Why you…!

Ironhide: Errrrgghhhh!

Scorponok: Errgh, ergghh…

Ironhide: Aaaahhh!

Demolishor: Huh? What? Megatron’s sword?

Cyclonus: C’mon! Go for it! Grab it, Demolishor!

Kicker: Don’t touch it!

Demolishor: Huh? No, Tidal Wave!

Tidal Wave: Megatron will be resurrected!

Ironhide: You attacked our friends at Mars City and now you’re gonna pay!

Scorponok: You don’t scare me. You call that a weapon? Brace yourself, this is gonna sting a little.

Ironhide: What? Aaaahhh!

Scorponok: I warned you. Aaaahh!

Optimus: Ironhide! This is your chance! Do it!

Ironhide: Aaaaaahhhh!

Scorponok: Transform! Retreat!

Ironhide: Hold it!

Optimus: Stop, Ironhide!

Ironhide: Huh?

Optimus: Don’t go after them.

Ironhide: Optimus-sir, I failed.

Cyclonus: Adios, Demolishor!

Kicker: Demolishor!

Demolishor: Kicker… Help me. I don’t know what I am anymore.

Optimus: Thank you, Ironhide. You saved my life. The Decepticons escaped, but I know their hunger for Energon will bring them back. We’ll have to be ready. So don’t let the memory of our fallen comrades weigh you down. You won’t be good to any of us if you can’t focus on the future and what we have to do.

Ironhide: Yessir, I understand. I understand.

[End]

Lots of notes this time. Hopefully won’t be a habit, but I consider this a bad apple episode for this sort of thing.

Episode Notes
-Alpha Q refers to Unicron as the “sleeping one” and Megatron as the “sleeping giant.” Kinda similar and thus slightly confusing. Besides, isn’t Unicron more of a giant?

-In the Japanese version of this episode, the Mini-Cons they’re referring to are the Energon Saber Mini-Cons and the rest of the “Mini-Cons” are actually Autobot rookies. I have kept them as Mini-Cons in this transcript, however.

-When the, uh, “Mini-Con” asks if Tidal Wave if he’s a Decepticon, that question seems irrelevant because he still has the Decepticon insignia. Scorponok is not a Decepticon (yet) and the Autobots and Decepticons are still officially at peace.

-Terrorcons can talk in this episode. This will show up for the next few episodes and cause a minor inconsistancy in the plot later on.

-Jetfire refers to what in Japanese is “Team Convoy” as the “Prime Squad” for the only time in the series.

-Cyclonus shouldn’t even know that Scorponok existed prior to his reactivation. They should have had no plans to join Scorponok anyway, as Megatron was more of their motivation to switch. In Superlink, they were just calling Tidal Wave dumb for believing Scorponok about Megatron being able to be revived.

-If Scorponok is leading the Decepticons, then what are Demolishor and Cyclonus? And how come Scorponok has no insignia? He’s leading the Terrorcons. There’s a bit of a difference, but it’s key.

-Here, Optimus refers to the toy known as “Skyboom” as “Sonar,” the mold’s Armada name. I guess Hasbro wanted the toy to be a different character and Takara considers them the same as the Star Saber.

-Another thing, if Sonar is here… Then why does Alpha Q call Megatron’s Sword the Star Saber?

-Ironhide mouth doesn’t move for two lines in close-up in the scene following the commercial break.

-I believe the “Energon booster shot” line belongs to Strongarm but it isn’t pitched high and the voice just sounds wrong.

-When Scorponok says “Their defenses are weak. Soon it will be ours.”, it zooms in on Tidal Wave, who actually opens his mouth and delivers “Energon!” in perfect synch. This is totally different than the scene in Superlink, being that this is a product of beta animation.

-At this point in the series, “Powerlinx” is still pronounced “powerlinks.”

-Interesting that Hot Shot refers to Scorponok as “their leader” as opposed to by name. I guess he was stuck in the mine last episode.

-I wonder how Optimus recognizes Megatron’s sword and understands how it means he still exists. Too bad it’s never explained. Anyway, he wasn’t too smart by shouting that out so Cyclonus could hear.

-The obvious error in the episode is the use of the Japanese phrase “Superlink” rather than “Powerlinx” when Jetfire and Ironhide combine. The oddity is that Prime uses “Powerlinx” earlier on. The reason being that Optimus uses “Grand Cross” in Japanese, which is translated to “Powerlinx,” and “Superlink” just… isn’t translated.

Transformers: Energon
“Scorponok” – Episode 3
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Q-1: Wait, Scorponok.

Scorponok: Pardon?

Q-3: I have a little… gift for you.

Q-2: Heeeheheeheheh…

Scorponok: What… What is it, Alpha Q?

Q-1: Take it. You’ll find out in time.

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave… Where are you taking me?

Q-3: I admire your curiosity, Tidal Wave. Heh, heh, heh, heh, heh…

Scorponok: But for now, Tidal Wave, all you need to know is we require your services. And I hope you’ll be co-operative…
Tidal Wave: Hrrgghh.

Scorponok: …Because you don’t have a choice in the matter!

Carlos: Man, this is totally frustrating. It’s like they totally disappeared off the screen. This is like the fourth grid search I’ve put up for Cyclonus and Tidal Wave. Okay, the last place we had contact with them was on the moon, but I still don’t come up with anything. How could they disappear like that? Not that I really care or anything. Well, I suppose the next logical step is to expand my search. Hhhh?! Holy frijoles! I know Tidal Wave was big, but this is ridiculous! Wait a second, it looks like some kind of comet, but that’s impossible! Hhh! It just — disappeared!

Optimus: As you can see, we are currently mining Energon in Desert City, Plains City and right here in Ocean City. And each location is vulnerable to attack. Hot Shot, Jetfire, head a defensive strike force to those other cities at once.

Jetfire: Yessir!

Hot Shot: Right away, sir!

Ironhide: Hmmmm!

Optimus: Status report, Inferno.

Inferno: There’s not much going on, Optimus-sir. Except I had a report from our Mars station about what appeared to be a comet.

Optimus: What?

Inferno: What seems even more bizarre is that it suddenly just vanished right off my radar screen.

Optimus: Interesting. Keep an eye on it, Inferno.

Inferno: Yessir!

Ironhide: Hey! What about me?!

Optimus: Huh?

Ironhide: How come you didn’t send me out to backup Hot Shot or Jetfire? I’m not useless, you know!

Optimus: No, I want you two to stay here on standby.

Ironhide: Are you serious? Me and who?

Optimus: Kicker. I assigned you to him and that order still stands.

Ironhide: Aw, gimme a break! I had to babysit him on the last mission, sir.

Optimus: Listen, and listen good, Ironhide. I am the commander. I assigned you to partner up with Kicker and I suggest you follow through. If you refuse, then you’re off this team. Is that understood, soldier?!

Ironhide: Hhh… yessir.

Optimus: What was that? I didn’t hear you!

Ironhide: Yessir! I understand, sir!

Optimus: Very well.

Kicker: Mika, you’ve gotta listen to me. You’ve gotta get outta there and quick!

Misha: I told you before, I’m not leaving. Besides, I just heard that Hot Shot is supposed to be coming here.

Kicker: If you think you’re safe just because Hot Shot’s on his way, you’ve got another thing coming!

Misha: I’m not leaving, Kicker. I’ve made up my mind.

Kicker: C’mon, Mika. Don’t make me have to beg you. You’ve gotta evacuate cause it’s too dangerous.

Misha: I’m really sorry, but I’ve just got to get back to work. Bye for now.

Kicker: Hey! Mika, no! Come in, Mika!

Scorponok: My superior urgently needs your help, Tidal Wave, to revive someone.

Tidal Wave: Who is he?
Scorponok: Someone you know very well.

Tidal Wave: You don’t mean — Megatron?!

Scorponok: Could there be any other?

Tidal Wave: Ohhhh! Megatron lives! I thought I would never see this day…

Scorponok: The reason we so abruptly abducted you was we need your help inorder to revive your leader.

Tidal Wave: What?! Revive Megatron?!

Scorponok: Yes, and the only way to accomplish this is to retrieve large quantities of Energon.

Tidal Wave: Must retrieve Energon to revive our great leader…

Scorponok: Yes…

Hot Shot: Transform! Huh? Who’s that standing there? Mika?

Misha: I can’t believe Kicker is so worried about me.

Hot Shot: Hey, lemme put it this way. Worried is putting it mildly.

Misha: Well, I feel better now that you’re here. I mean that, Hot Shot.

Hot Shot: I’m just doing my job. And as long as I’m here, you’ve got nothin’ to worry about.

Misha: Hehehehe…

Kicker: Err! Man! Why doesn’t that girl ever listen to me?

Demolishor: Hmm… That kid might wanna eat more fiber.

Hot Shot: Here’s the latest video of Terrorcons attacking one of our mines. Our main priority is to protect all of the humans. And equally important, we have to ensure the safety of the Omnicons who are remain in vulernable positions inside the Energon mines. You’re obviously outnumbered, but our job is to keep them from getting the Energon at all costs.

Jetfire: All right, men. We’ve located the enemy and there’s lots of ’em. So let’s make every shot count. Remember, they want our Energon big time! Hmm? That’s our cue, boys!

Inferno: Battle stations! Battle stations! Incoming enemy detected at six o’clock and approaching fast!

Optimus: Which base will be hit first, Inferno?

Inferno: I’m not sure about that yet, sir.

Kicker: They’re heading straight to Mika!

Inferno: What?!

Kicker: They’re gonna hit Desert City!

Ironhide: How do you know?

Kicker: There’s no time to explain! Come on, we’ve gotta give Hot Shot some backup! Sureshock, vehicle mode!

Ironhide: Man, that kid really gets under my armour…

Optimus: Ironhide, move out!
Ironhide: But sir, that rat is just one pain in the —

Optimus: Kicker’s probably right on the money. Now let’s move out!

Ironhide: What?!

Optimus: Thanks for the boost, Strongarm!

Skyblast: And we thought you might need these!

Strongarm: Yeah, just incase you run into a little trouble out there.

Optimus: Huh?

Ironhide: What the heck is this?

Strongarm: A little… added protection.

Ironhide: But wouldn’t a cannon have been simpler?

Skyblast: Quit your whinin’, Ironhide, or we’ll take it back.

Optimus: You can never have too many weapons.

Strongarm: But remember, once you run outta Energon, your weapons are useless.

Skyblast: Now don’t shoot the Energon all in one shot, ya got that?

Optimus: Perfectly.

Inferno: Optimus! Kicker nailed it! The enemy is closing in on Desert City!

Ironhide: You were right!

Kicker: I told ya. Now let’s get goin’!

Ironhide: Uhhuhh…

Kicker: What’s everyone waiting for?! Let’s get this show on the road!

Ironhide: Hey, you’re not the boss!

Optimus: Ironhide, let’s work as a team! Now transform into vehicle mode because we’re moving out as soon as the skybridge opens.

Ironhide: Yes, Optimus.

Hot Shot: All right, men, they’re here. Now spread out and make sure ya got a clean shot.

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave attack, need Energon. Need Energon.

Hot Shot: It’s Tidal Wave! Why that low down traitor!

Tidal Wave: Must bring Megatron back to life!

Hot Shot: What?! Did he just say “Megatron?!”

[Commercial]

Tidal Wave: Must retrieve Energon!

Hot Shot: Pull back! We have to protect the entrance to the mine!

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

Hot Shot: Aah! I’ve had enough of you, Tidal Wave!

Tidal Wave: Errrrrrrgggggggggghhhhh….

Scorponok: Hahahahahahahaha! That’s it, Tidal Wave! I knew you would be my good luck charm.

Hot Shot: Keep firing, men! Give ’em everything you’ve got!

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave! Tidal Wave! Must enter mine. Must have Energon! Tidal Wave! Tidal Wave! Tidal Wave!

Hot Shot: This is it, boys. This is where we make our stand! These clowns aren’t getting past me!

Misha: Errgggh! Ugghh.

Misha’s Father: Don’t worry, Mika. It’s the Energon they’re after, not us. We’re not part of this battle.

Misha: No, you’re wrong! We’re the ones who develop the Energon stars and they need them!

Misha’s Father: Huh?!

Misha: They need Energon, but they need it refined.

Skyblast: Would you hurry up? It sounds like they’re closing in!

Strongarm: Hey, I’m going about as fast as I can. Now how much more of this raw ore do you need?

Skyblast: I think that load should just about do it.

Misha’s Father: You know, I still don’t think we have to be too concerned, Mika. They’ll head straight down to the warehouse before they come look for us.

Misha: Ohhh… Well, I sure hope you’re right.

Hot Shot: Keep firing! Aah! Uggh!

Optimus: Hot Shot, come in! Come in!

Hot Shot: …Optimus…

Optimus: Hot Shot, where are you?!

Hot Shot: Hhhh… I’m at the entrance… To the mine. Ugggh!

Optimus: Hot Shot, stay put! We’re coming! Follow me, men!

Ironhide: Outta my way, birdbrains!

Optimus: Ironhide, you take the lead and head straight to the mine entrance.

Ironhide: You got it!

Kicker: Ehh, ehh! Hang in there, Hot Shot. We’re on our way!

Optimus: Heads up, giant pothole at twelve o’clock.

Kicker: Looks like they’ve put out a welcoming committee.

Optimus: Everyone, transform. Optimus Prime, transform!

Ironhide: Ironhide, transform!

Optimus: Errrrrr!

Ironhide: Hrrrrghhh!

Tidal Wave: Crush enemy.

Kicker: That’s Tidal Wave!

Optimus: What’s he doing here?

Hot Shot: Hhh… He’s a traitor.

Tidal Wave: Move.

Optimus: I’ll take care of Tidal Wave. You find Hot Shot.

Ironhide: You got it, sir!

Optimus: Errrrrrrrrrrgggggghhhh!

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

Kicker: Looks like we’ve got company!

Tidal Wave: Tiiiddaaaaall Wave.

Optimus: You mind explaining yourself, Tidal Wave?

Tidal Wave: Must revive Megatron!

Optimus: What?! Megatron?! Yaaahh!

Scorponok: Hahahaha… So you’re the Autobot leader… Hahahahaha… Allow me to introduce myself. I am Scorponok. Destroy him, Tidal Wave!

Optimus: Ah! Grrrrggh!

Kicker: Come on! Move it, Ironhide!

Ironhide: Hot Shot! Are you all right? Speak to me!

Hot Shot: Yeah… I think so…

Kicker: Hot Shot, what about Mika?!

Hot Shot: They’re still in R&D with the Omnicons.

Kicker: Ehhh, man. Why didn’t she leave when I told her to?

Ironhide: Hey, where are ya goin’?

Hot Shot: Go with Kicker, Ironhide. You’ve gotta protect the humans.

Ironhide: No way, Hot Shot. I can’t just leave you here like this.

Hot Shot: I say go and that’s an order, soldier! Do I make myself perfectly clear?!

Ironhide: ‘Sir! Okay, Kicker, lead the way.

Kicker: Ironhide, heads up.

Ironhide: Aaaahh… Aahh! Ha! This thing works! Okay, buddy… Go fetch! Oh no!

Kicker: Looks like you’re outta Energon, Ironhide!

Ironhide: You’re right.

Scorponok: Keep working, you mindless minions. I’m going to need all of the Energon there is down there to rejuvenate Megatron.

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave…

Optimus: Yaah! Uggh! Aaaah!

Skyblast: Hurry up!

Kicker: Mika, where are you?

Misha: Kicker! What are you doing here?

Kicker: I wish I could tell you, but there’s no time to explain. We gotta get you outta here before it’s too late!

Misha’s Dad: We’re coming!

Ironhide: And make it snappy, would ya? The Terrorcons are swarming every inch of this place!

Strongarm: Hold your horses, Ironhide. We’ll be ready in a minute.

Ironhide: What?!

Strongarm: We’re creating an Energon star to restore Hot Shot.

Ironhide: Well yeah, but do you think it’ll work?

Strongarm: Mmmhmm. And I guarantee it, Ironhide.

Skyblast: It’s almost ready. It just needs a minute to coagulate.

Ironhide: We don’t have a minute!

Skyblast: Uhhh! Uhhh! Uhhh! Ohhhhhh! Okay, it’s ready.

Kicker: We gotta move, they’re coming!

Strongarm: All right, we’ll head out the back way.

Skyblast: It’s an emergency escape route outta here.

Kicker: Hang on, Mika. We’re gonna make it. Oh, brilliant escape plan. We’re like sitting ducks out here in the desert!

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave, Tidal Wave!

Optimus: Tidal Wave, you’re making a mistake!

Tidal Wave: Must revive Megatron…

Optimus: Aaaaaahhh! Aaaaaaahh!

Kicker: No! We’re surrounded!

Scorponok: Raaaaaaauuuurrrrrgggggghhhhhhh!

Ironhide: Okay, you oversized insect. You’re all mine!

Scorponok: Haha! You give your best shot, then I’ll give you mine!

Ironhide: Transform! Huh? Uggh!

Scorponok: Hahaha! Would anyone else care to take on the great… Scorponok?!

Ironhide: (VO) It’s my duty to defend them… And no matter what!

Ironhide: This time you won’t be so lucky!

Misha: Hhh!

Ironhide: Make a run for it! There isn’t much time! Aaahh! Bring it on, Scorp-o-nut!

Kicker: Ironhide!

Ironhide: Uggghhh! Don’t worry about me, Kicker. I’ll stall him while you and the others make a break for it.

Kicker: No! We’re not leaving without you! Now use that Energon star.

Ironhide: I can’t! It’s supposed to be for Hot Shot.

Kicker: Use it! It’s your only chance — no! Our only chance! Now we’re gonna toss you the star, Ironhide!

Ironhide: I’ll try… Aah!

Scorponok: I grow tired of this. It’s time to destroy all of you!

Kicker: Come on, Ironhide! We’ve only got one shot at this!

Ironhide: Uggghhh… Ugh. Yeah, all right. Gimme that Energon star!

Strongarm: Huh!

Ironhide: Uh! Yeeeesssss!

Scorponok: That was almost interesting. Tidal Wave, we have our Energon. It’s time to retreat.

Ironhide: You’re not going anywhere!

Tidal Wave: Energon star… Aaaaaaahhhhhhhhhh!

Ironhide: Aaaahh… Man, that has gotta hurt.

Kicker: Whatta comedian.

Ironhide: Errrr, back off, Kicker! Can’t you see we failed?!

Optimus: Ironhide… Could you come over here?

Ironhide: Yessir! What is it, sir?

Optimus: It’s time to award you with a Combination Spark for your valour.

Ironhide: Uhh?! This isn’t some kinda joke, is it?!

Optimus: No, Ironhide, this isn’t a joke. Your performance in battle was above and beyond the call of duty, soldier. And as your leader, I was impressed.

Hot Shot: I owe you one, Ironhide.

Ironhide: Hot Shot… Aaaww, it was nothin’.

Hot Shot: Quit being so modest, and let’s get goin’.

Ironhide: Aaah! Eehhhh… Whoaaaa, wow…

Optimus: For services rendered, soldier. You are now a full fledged member of my team, Ironhide. Welcome aboard.

Ironhide: I’ll make you proud, Optimus-sir. Hehehe…

Kicker: I didn’t know Transformers could blush.

Demolishor: This just doesn’t make any sense. How is it possible Tidal Wave said re-animated? Couldn’t be true. Can Megatron be awakened?

[End]

Episode Notes
-The episode title shown is spelt “Scorpinok,” but the title character’s name on the toy box is spelt “Scorponok,” so I have taken the liberty to spell it that way on the title and throughout the episode.

-After Scorponok asks Alpha Q what the gift is, although it is the first Q head which is visible, the second is the one which laughs. See episode one for legend on Q heads.

-Although the Megatron character is shown in Galvatron colours in the same state he was left at in the finale of Armada, he is referred to Megatron, possibly because no translation from Japanese or Hasbro wanting to start with the more popular name of Megatron.

-Misha is referred to as “Mika” again this ep, but pronounced differently. See episode two for further explanation.

-When Skyblast “injects” Prime with a nice dose of Energon, he calls him Strongarm. Also, Skyblast is more visible during Strongarm’s line. I believe in the Superlink version, the animation is switched around so the correct character is in the correct place.

-The spacebridge is referred to as a “skybridge.”

-Nowhere in the script is Misha’s father listed as such, but voice actor Don Brown is credited as “Mika’s Father” for episode three by Voicebox, so I’ve drawn the obvious conclusion.

Transformers: Energon
“Energon Stars” – Episode 2 (Paramount DVD Release)
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Kicker: Man, I can’t believe Dad made this battlesuit for me. It’s like loaded with everything I’ll ever need. And it fits perfect! I’m ready for anything. Huh? Oh no! We must be under attack again! I gotta hurry up and — eggh! Aaah! Owww!

Intercom Voice: Attention all Ocean City residents, please assemble immediately in sector 14A.

Kicker: Is that it?

[Transition]

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave… (Continues)

Demolishor: That’s Tidal Wave! He’s still alive!

Hot Shot: What are those Terrorcons doing to him?

Demolishor: We’ve gotta help ‘im out!

Optimus: Wait. Zoom in on that asteroid.

Demolishor: Whoa, check ‘im out!

Optimus: Zoom in.

Hot Shot: They’re eating Energon.

Optimus: No, they’re collecting it, but why?

Miranda: Kicker…

Kicker: Uhh?

Alexis: What you have just witnessed was the latest satellite transmission we’ve received from Cyber City on Mars, that was attacked yesterday. Obviously, those Transformers were after our Energon, Optimus.

Optimus: Go on, Alexis.

Alexis: We scanned our database and we’ve deduced that our enemy is a high-tech pack of androids called “Terrorcons.” But where they come from precisely, we still haven’t been able to pinpoint.

Kicker: You can’t be serious!

Alexis: Huh?

Hot Shot, Demolishor & Optimus: Huh?

Kicker: So what are we supposed to do, just sit back and watch?!

Sally: Cool it, Kicker.

Alexis: Kicker!

Kicker: Answer me!
Alexis: We have rules we must follow. And while cer–

Kicker: Bah, please! Gimme a break, Alexis! We’re like sittin’ ducks here waiting to — ugh…

Alexis: Huh?

Kicker: Hhh?! Hey! Would ya put me down, Optimus?! Ahh… C’mon! I’m serious! Ahh! Errgh!

Alexis: Unfortunately, that leaves us with only one clear cut option… To evacuate immediately. Otherwise, we can’t guarantee the safety of anyone here on Earth.

Kicker: Forget it! I’m not going anywhere, ’cause Earth is my home! And I’ll take on these flying creeps myself!

Hot Shot: Hhhh…

Ironhide: What’s his problem?

Optimus: Alexis…

Alexis: Huh?

Optimus: Excuse me, if it’s all the same to you, we need Kicker here with us.

Alexis: But Optimus…

Optimus: Trust me. He’ll be safe and we need him because of his ability to detect Energon.

Alexis: You’re right. I really doubt anyone could ever convince Kicker to leave here, Optimus.

Optimus: As for you, you’d better follow orders.

Kicker: Aaah… Ehhh! You can’t make me leave! Hehhh? What did you say?

Strongarm: I wonder if the Omnicons are gonna be evacuating.

Skyblast: Don’t worry about them, Strongarm. We’ve got enough to keep us busy. Now let’s get back to work. C’mon!

Strongarm: Ehhh, I hate being a grunt.

Kicker: (VO) I hope they’ll all be okay.

Sally: You stay outta trouble, okay, Kicker?!

Kicker: I never get in trouble! Don’t worry. Oh man, it’s gonna be weird without them.

Ironhide: Okay Kicker, listen up. Optimus gave me very strict orders to keep an eye on you.

Kicker: Ahh, gimme a break!

Ironhide: I don’t like this any better — than you do, kid. Hey! Are you listening?!

Kicker: It’s an alert.

Optimus: Attention all Earth bases. Attention all Earth bases. We are moving to defcon level four. Repeat, defcon level four. We have detected Terrorcons approaching Earth orbit. All bases prepare for Earth defense. Repeat, we are at defcon level four.

Misha: Did you hear that, Kicker?

Kicker: Yeah, yeah… But you know what? I am so tired of speeches, Mika!

Misha: Hey, I know how you feel, Kicker. So that’s why I’m staying behind to help out, okay? Just you and me.

Kicker: No, you can’t! You gotta get outta here right now! It’s way too dangerous!

Misha: Don’t worry about me, Kicker. I’ll be all right. Really!

Kicker: Ehh?

Misha: Hello?! Kicker?! Are you still there?! Kicker?!

Kicker: Yeah, yeah, I’m still here. You just be careful, okay, Mika?

Misha: I will. And, you too.

Ironhide: Humans. Always getting so emotional. What a complete waste of energy. I mean, what’s even worse, Optimus assigns me to guard one. Hmm.

Ironhide: (VO) I should be fighting with the others, but no. I should be on Optimus’ team, but no…I should have the Spark of Combination that Primus gave to Optimus… But no! I got nothin’. But one day, I will!

Ironhide: Huh? Nah, who am I kidding? I’m the low-man on the totem pole around this place.

Kicker: Hey Iron-head, aren’t ya supposed to be babysitting me?

Cyclonus: Hehehehe… Hurry up, load ’em up, move ’em out! Gotta evacuate the humans! So long, soft bodies! Hahaha! Oh, boy, I can hardly wait for the battle to get started! Will they hit here? Or here?! Or here?! Hahaa! Ahaahahaha! Hahahaha! I’m tickling all over! Hahahahaahaha! Whoooohahahahahaha! Aaahh! Oohhh…. no! Aaaaaaaaahhhh…. Come and get it!

Optimus: The moon? I thought for sure their next target would be Earth. We need to send an away team to the moon. Jetfire, can I count on you?

Jetfire: Yessir. Are you sure you have enough firepower here on Earth?

Optimus: I think we’ll be fine. And use the spacebrige, I think it’ll be easier than raising the city for you to launch.

Jetfire: Yessir, I’m on my way.

Optimus: Inferno, you provide cover for Jetfire while he launches just incase we come under fire.

Inferno: Right.

Kicker: Hey, hold up.

Jetfire: Huh?

Ironhide: Mind if we tag along?

Optimus: Why, Ironhide?

Ironhide: I wanna earn my Combination Spark so I can combine with Hot Shot, sir.

Optimus: No! And that’s final. Understand, Ironhide? I’ve teamed you up with Kicker.

Ironhide: But sir!

Jetfire: No buts, pal. You’re on babysittin’ duty, or don’t you think you can handle that?

Kicker: You think I’m a baby that needs sitting? Well, I’ll show you what I’m made of! I’m going with you to kick some Terrorcon butt!

Jetfire: Optimus!

Optimus: Hhh… I just don’t know what to do with that kid. Okay, he’s all yours, Jetfire.

Kicker: You heard the dude. Let’s roll.

Ironhide: All right! Can’t believe I got that monkey off my back.

Jetfire: Jetfire! And we have lift off!

[Transition]

Optimus: All systems go to elevate Cyber City. Activate spacebridge.

Ironhide: Huh?

Hot Shot: Well, it’s time to go, Ironhide.

Ironhide: Right, sir!

Hot Shot: And if you do a good job, buddy, I’ll make sure Optimus knows about it.

Ironhide: Are you serious, sir?!

Hot Shot: Yeah…

Ironhide: Oh — you don’t know how much I appreciate that, sir. And I promise, I’ll do my best!

Hot Shot: Hey, just relax. Would ya quit callin’ me “sir?” We’re movin’ out, Inferno!

Inferno: Roger that!

Optimus: Wait.

Inferno: Huh?

Optimus: I’m expecting something.

Hot Shot: But sir, they’re waiting for us on the moon!

Optimus: Nevermind. It’s here.

Hot Shot: Huh? What?

Demolishor: You’re… bringing the Omnicons with us, Optimus?

Strongarm: Give me a break. There’s no way I’m going anywhere near a battle.

Skyblast: Instead we brought newly processed Energon stars to give you boys a little boost!

Ironhide: Serious?!

Optimus: Don’t move.

Ironhide: Huh? What — just happened to me?

Hot Shot: What’s this?

Optimus: Those are Energon stars.

Skyblast: Well, let me just put it this way, Hot Shot. We’ve just boosted your power big time!

Hot Shot: Oh, all right!

Strongarm: But remember to use it sparringly, because it might not last through an entire battle, ‘kay?

Optimus: Okay, men. Let’s move out!

Jetfire: Yeah, baby! Bullseye!

Kicker: We got another bogey at two o’clock. And now we got one on our tail. Let’s sink it, Jetfire!

Jetfire: Hang on! Way to go, kid! You’re one wicked wingman.

Kicker: Yeah, but we can’t hold them off much longer! Where Optimus? Jetfire! Incoming! Whoaaa!

Jetfire: Whoa! That was a close one!

Kicker: Ehh? Dive! Come on, Jetfire! Get in the game! Oh no! Incoming from all sides! Huh? Sharp left, Jetfire, and don’t try anything fancy!

Jetfire: Say goodbye!

Kicker: Looks like we’ve got backup.

Optimus: Jetfire, Kicker, give me an update.

Kicker: They’ve found the Energon!

Jetfire: Optimus, we’ll handle the perimeter. You head down and see if you can save the Energon!

Optimus: I’m on it. Hot Shot, Ironhide, time to transform.

Hot Shot & Ironhide: Yessir!

Optimus: Optimus Prime, transform!

Hot Shot: Hot Shot, transform!

Ironhide: Ironhide, transform!

Hot Shot: They’ve taken a serious beating, sir.

Ironhide: Huh?

Optimus: E-shields up!

Hot Shot: Energon stars rule! They just keep on coming!

Optimus: Okay, men. The Energon mine should be just ahead.

Ironhide: I’ll go, sir. Cover me.

Optimus: All right, Ironhide. But remember, don’t rely too heavily on your Energon and be careful.

Ironhide: Yessir! Gimme your best shot, you useless Terrorcons. You can’t stop me! Whoa! Okay, maybe I take that back. Hhh. This is it… H-hey, check me out! I’m moon-walking! Haha! Huh? This has gotta be the elevator shaft. Hrrrr-ugh! Well… I guess it’s now, or never. Yaaaaaahooowwww! Ughhh! Hhhh! Sorry boys, but you’re tresspassing. Okay, that’s it. Here, kitty, kitty, kitty! Huh?! Aaah! Hey! Ugh! Ah! Ah! Ah! Ah!

Optimus: Yaaaaaaaaaahh! Huh? Hot Shot, I’ve used all my Energon!

Hot Shot: Huh? No sweat, big bot. I’ll take point. Optimus! It’s Jetfire and Kicker!

Kicker: Hey guys… It doesn’t look like there’s too many of them out here.

Hot Shot: What about below the surface?

Jetfire: No clue, but I’m gonna find out.

Optimus: Right behind you.

Ironhide: Yaaah! Yeah, baby! You pint-sized pains are getting on my nerves, and even if I’m out of Energon, you’re going down! Now, who wants a piece of me, huh?

Kicker: What the? No, Ironhide! Don’t do it! Don’t touch it!

Ironhide: Huh? Aaaaahh! Hwaaahhh!

Kicker: Doesn’t he know that only Omnicons can handle raw Energon? Ironhide! Hhh? Uhh!

Optimus: Ironhide, are you all right?

Kicker: Huh? What? Yeah, he’s fine. Thanks to me.

Optimus: Hhh, that’s a relief. What?

Jetfire: I got ’em! You’re not goin’ anywhere, creeps!

Hot Shot: Ironhide! Are you okay?

Ironhide: Yeah, I’m fine, Hot Shot… I just had a little — accident.

Hot Shot: Huh?

Jetfire: Huh? Oh, no! They’re getting away with the Energon! They’re gone… And there’s nothing we can do.

Q-1: Yes, yes! Come, my pets! Bring us more Energon… Energon for victory! Hahahaha!

Q-2: Oh, me… Oh, my… Hehe. That certainly is a lot of Energon. But do you think it will be enough? We need quite a lot…

Q-1: Don’t be a fool! There’s plenty of Energon here! We must have enough!

Q-3: Silence! This is not nearly enough Energon! We shall need more. Much, much more. But rest assured, we shall have our Energon. Enough Energon to satisfy his gnawing hunger. Enough to repair his shattered body. Enough Energon to once more awaken the mighty Unicron! Hahahaha!

[Transition]

Optimus, Hot Shot & Ironhide: Transform!

Hot Shot: Just hang in there, okay, Ironhide?

Ironhide: It’s all my fault we lost the battle.

Hot Shot: It’s nobody’s fault! Now get that through your head. Understand?
Ironhide: Thanks, Hot Shot, but I know I screwed up the mission and I can’t but blame —

Kicker: — Ehhh, would ya chill out already?

Ironhide: How could I have been such an idiot and touched the Energon like that without even thinking first?!

Kicker: You’ll get over it.

Optimus: Kicker!

Kicker: What?!

Optimus: You and Ironhide were supposed to be a team, or did you forget that?

Kicker: Ah, gimme a break.

Optimus: If you want to ignore my order, then I have no choice but to send you back to your mother!

Kicker: You wouldn’t.

Optimus: Try me.

Kicker: Errr… Errr. All right, boss man. I’ll go talk to him then. So, how’s it going, big guy?

Ironhide: Did you just kick me, huh?

Ironhide: How’d you like it if I kicked you back?

Kicker: Well, it looks like you’re back to normal. Heheheheh…

Ironhide: You’re gonna pay for this! Okay, I’ve had just about enough of you, kid! Hey, get back here…

Optimus: Hahahaha… Well, it looks like things are back to normal again.

Jetfire: Yeah, normal. But we lost the moonbase and all the Energon.

Demolishor: Lost the moonbase? But what about Cyclonus? Cyclonus was working on the moon. What’s his status, Optimus?

Hot Shot: We… never saw him.

Demolishor: What? You mean to say there was no trace of him? And what about Tidal Wave?

Jetfire: To be honest… We never had a chance to search for them, Demolishor.

Demolishor: You’d search, if they were Autobots.

Optimus: We will, Demolishor. We will. I promise.

[End]
DVD Release Episode Notes

-The opening scene with Demolishor, Sally and Alexis is removed.

-They fixed Optimus’ knowing what the Terrorcons were last episode. Unfortunately, Hot Shot magically knows here before Alexis makes her speech.

-They seem to have added some dialogue around the part where Optimus says “zoom in,” but it seems redundant.

-In the original, Optimus agrees that they are eating Energon. In this version, he says they’re collecting it.

-Alexis’ part of her speech about how Transformers cannot battle other Transformers is removed, making Kicker’s outburst somewhat nonsensical.

-In this version, Kicker cuts off Alexis as she tries to explain why they can’t attack the Terrorcons. I believe they are the same recordings, though.

-Optimus dialogue pertaining to the Transformer treaty is removed. Also, Optimus agreeing with Alexis that it’d be hard to get Kicker to leave and Alexis thanking him is removed.

-Strongarm’s lines as he wonders about the Omnicons being evacuated are now pitched.

-Instead of brushing off what Ironhide says with a “whatever,” Kicker notes that it’s an alert.

-Optimus’ announcement is re-written.

-Misha’s name is left as “Mika.” Some of her lines are changed, though.

-Cyclonus’ dialogue now includes what sounds like a Rawhide reference.

-Inferno’s first line in the episode is removed.

-Any reference to Energon stars as “cells” or “chips” is corrected.

-Optimus has an additional line calling the Energon shields “E-shields.”

-Instead of insensitively calling a pile of deactivated Transformers “a mess,” Ironhide now makes a joke about moonwalking.

-Instead of also saying he’s out of Energon, Hot Shot’s dialogue matches the fact that his Energon star is still there.

-Ironhide’s “pint-sized pains” line is slightly re-written.

-Instead of saying that Ironhide can’t touch Energon before it’s refined, he says only Omnicons can touch raw Energon.

-Alpha Q’s scene in this episode is moved up to before the Autobots return to Ocean City and totally re-written, containing to reference to Scorponok.

-Instead of starting his dialogue before he’s on-screen, Demolishor was just standing there while Jetfire said they destroyed the moonbase.

-Because they moved the Alpha Q scene up, the ending bit’s a little weird, as originally Optimus was feeling something strange.

Transformers: Energon
“Energon Stars” – Episode 2
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Demolishor: Go ahead. You’re clear to enter. Hmm… Who was that?

Sally: Alexis!

Alexis: Sally!

Sally & Alexis: Hahahaha!

Alexis: Ohhh! You are great, Sally.

Sally: Well, thank you. Boy, y’know, I thought I would never get in here to see you because of Demolishor standing guard back at the entrance.

Alexis: That reminds me. We have to round up everyone for a meeting.

Sally: Wha — I thought we’d have time together… But I guess you have tons of VIP work to do. Hey, have you seen my brother around?

Alexis: Yeah, sure. He’s around. And he’ll be at the meeting.

Sally: He’ll show up, but I bet he won’t listen to anything you say.

Alexis: Huh?

Kicker: Man, I can’t believe Dad made this battlesuit for me. It’s like loaded with everything I’ll ever need. And it fits perfect! I’m ready for anything. Huh? Oh no! We must be under attack again! I gotta hurry up and — eggh! Aaah! Owww!

Intercom Voice: Attention all Ocean City residents, please assemble immediately in sector 14A.

Kicker: Is that it?

[Commercial]

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave… Tidal Wave… (Continues)

Demolishor: Look! That’s Tidal Wave! And what happened to ‘im?

Hot Shot: I don’t know, but he — but he sounds weird.

Demolishor: Whoa! Check ‘im out!

Optimus: Zoom in.

Hot Shot: Th… They’re eating Energon!

Optimus: That’s what it looks like.

Miranda: Kicker!

Kicker: Uhh?

Alexis: What you have just witnessed was the latest satellite transmission we’ve received from Cyber City on Mars, that was attacked yesterday. Obviously, those Transformers were after our Energon, Optimus.

Optimus: Go on, Alexis.

Alexis: We scanned our databased and we’ve deduced that our enemy is a high-tech pack of androids called Terrorcons. But where they come from precisely, we still haven’t been able to pinpoint.

Optimus: And if that’s the case, then we can assume their next target is gonna be the Energon mines here on Earth.

Alexis: And you’d be correct, but… We have a serious problem, because we are bound by the Earth Federation Treaty. Under section 47F, it states that Transformers cannot take up arms against other Transformers.

Kicker: You can’t be serious!

Alexis: Huh?

Hot Shot, Demolishor & Optimus: Huh?

Kicker: So what are we supposed to do, just sit back and watch?!

Sally: Cool it, Kicker.

Alexis: Kicker!

Kicker: Answer me!

Alexis: We have rules we must follow. And while certain rules sometimes don’t make any sense, we can’t attack unless we are under a serious threat. To organize a first strike assault would clearly be a violation of our treaty. Sorry, Kicker.

Kicker: Bah, please! Gimme a break, Alexis! We’re like sittin’ ducks here waiting to — ugh…

Alexis: Huh?

Kicker: Hhh?! Hey! Would ya put me down, Optimus?! Ahh… C’mon! I’m serious! Ahh! Errgh!

Alexis: Unfortunately, that leaves us with only one clear cut option… To evacuate immediately. Otherwise, we can’t guarantee the safety of anyone here on Earth.

Kicker: Forget it! I’m not going anywhere, because Earth is my home! And I’ll take on these flying creeps myself!

Hot Shot: Hhhh…

Ironhide: What’s his problem?

Optimus: Alexis…

Alexis: Huh?

Optimus: Don’t worry about Kicker. He can stay behind with my men and I.

Alexis: But Optimus…

Optimus: Trust me. He’ll be safe and we need him for his ability to detect Energon. And I promise you, we will not violate the treaty. We are here to defend Earth, not to attack our enemy.

Alexis: You’re right. I really doubt anyone could convince Kicker to leave here, Optimus.

Optimus: You know, I’d think you just might be right about that.

Alexis: Hey, thanks a lot. And you be careful.

Optimus: Right. And as for you, you’d better follow orders.

Kicker: Aaah… Ehhh! You can’t make me leave! Hehhh? What did you say?

Strongarm: I wonder if the Omnicons are gonna be evacuating.

Skyblast: Don’t worry about them, Strongarm. We’ve got enough to keep us busy. Now let’s get back to work. C’mon!

Strongarm: Ehhh, I hate being a grunt.

Kicker: (VO) I’m counting on you to explain why I’m not leaving to my mom, Alexis.

Sally: You stay outta trouble, okay, Kicker?!

Kicker: Don’t worry about me! Just go! Oh man, it’s gonna be weird without them.

Ironhide: Okay Kicker, listen up. Optimus gave me very strict orders to keep an eye on you.

Kicker: Awww, gimme a break!

Ironhide: I don’t like this any better — than you do, kid. Hey! Are you listening?!

Kicker: Whatever.

Optimus: Attention, men. We are moving to defcon level four. Repeat, defcon level four. We have not verified the location or the numbers of enemy troops about the attack Cybertron City. We do know they are after Energon. All humans have been successfully deployed to safe shelters outside the city. That is all.

Misha: Did you hear that, Kicker?

Kicker: Yeah, yeah… But you know what? I am so tired of speeches, Mika!

Misha: I guess I’m tired of them too. And that’s why I’m staying behind, just like you! What do ya think?

Kicker: No, you can’t! You gotta get outta here right now! It’s way too dangerous!

Misha: Don’t worry about me, Kicker. I’ll be all right. Really!

Kicker: Ehh?

Misha: Hello?! Kicker?! Are you still there?! Kicker?!

Kicker: Yeah, I’m still here. You just be careful, okay, Mika?

Misha: I will. And, you too.

Ironhide: Humans. Always getting so emotional. What a complete waste of energy. I mean, what’s even worse, Optimus assigns me to guard one. Hmm.

Ironhide: (VO) I should be fighting with the others, but no. I should be on Optimus’ team, but no…I should have the Spark of Combination that Primus gave to Optimus… But no! I got nothin’! But one day, I will!

Ironhide: Huh? Nah, who am I kidding? I’m the low-man on the totem pole ariund this place.

Kicker: Hey Iron-head, aren’t ya supposed to be babysitting me?

Cyclonus: Hahahahahahahahahahaha! Oh, boy, I can hardly wait for the battle to get started! Will they hit here? Or here?! Or here?! Hahaa! Ahaahahaha! Hahahaha! I’m tickling all over! Hahahahaahaha! Whoooohahahahahaha! Aaahh! Oohhh…. no! Aaaaaaaaahhhh…. Come and get it!

Optimus: The moon? I thought for sure their next target would be Earth.

Inferno: Our moonbase just radioed for backup, Optimus.

Optimus: Jetfire, can I count on you?

Jetfire: Yessir. Are you sure you have enough firepower here on Earth?

Optimus: I think we’ll be fine. And use the spacebrige, I think it’ll be easier than raising the city for you to launch.

Jetfire: Yessir, I’m on my way.

Optimus: Inferno, you provide cover for Jetfire while he launches just incase we come under fire.

Inferno: Right.

Kicker: Hey, hold up.

Jetfire: Huh?

Ironhide: Mind if we tag along?

Optimus: Why, Ironhide?

Ironhide: I wanna earn my Combination Spark so I can combine with Hot Shot, sir.

Optimus: No! And that’s final. Understand, Ironhide? I’ve teamed you up with Kicker.

Ironhide: But sir!

Jetfire: No buts, pal. You’re on babysittin’ duty, or don’t you think you can handle that?

Kicker: You think I’m a baby that needs sitting? Well, I’ll show you what I’m made of! I’m going with you to kick some Terrorcon butt!

Jetfire: Optimus!

Optimus: Hhh… I just don’t know what to do with that kid. Okay, he’s all yours, Jetfire.

Kicker: You heard the dude. Let’s roll.

Ironhide: All right! Can’t believe I got that monkey off my back.

Jetfire: Jetfire!

Kicker: Ughhhh… Egghhhhh!

Jetfire: And we have lift off!

[Commercial]

Optimus: All systems go to elevate Cyber City. Activate spacebridge.

Ironhide: Huh?

Hot Shot: Well, it’s time to go, Ironhide.

Ironhide: Right, sir!

Hot Shot: And if you do a good job, buddy, I’ll make sure Optimus knows about it.

Ironhide: Are you serious, sir?!

Hot Shot: Yeah…

Ironhide: Oh — you don’t know how much I appreciate that, sir. And I promise, I’ll do my best!

Hot Shot: Hey, just relax. Would ya quit callin’ me “sir?” We’re movin’ out, Inferno!

Inferno: Roger that!

Optimus: Wait.

Inferno: Huh?

Optimus: I’m expecting something.

Hot Shot: But sir, they’re waiting for us on the moon!

Optimus: Nevermind. It’s here.

Demolishor: You’re… bringing the Omnicons with us, Optimus?

Strongarm: Give me a break. There’s no way I’m going anywhere near a battle.

Skyblast: Instead we brought you some newly processed Energon chips to give you a boost!

Ironhide: Serious?!

Optimus: Don’t move.

Ironhide: Huh? What — just happened to me?

Hot Shot: What’s this?

Optimus: Those are Energon cells.

Skyblast: Well, let me just put it this way, Hot Shot. We’ve just boosted your power big time!

Hot Shot: Oh, all right!

Strongarm: But remember to use it sparringly, because it might not last through an entire battle, ‘kay?

Optimus: Okay, men. Let’s move out!

Jetfire: Yeah, baby! Bullseye!

Kicker: We got another bogey at two o’clock. And now we got one on our tail. Let’s sink it, Jetfire!

Jetfire: Hang on! Way to go, kid! You’re one wicked wingman.

Kicker: Yeah, but we can’t hold them off much longer! Where Optimus? Jetfire! Incoming! Whoaaa!

Jetfire: Whoa! That was a close one!

Kicker: Ehh? Dive! Come on, Jetfire! Get in the game! Oh no! Incoming from all sides! Sharp left, Jetfire, and don’t try anything fancy!

Jetfire: Say goodbye!

Kicker: Looks like we’ve got backup.

Optimus: Jetfire, Kicker, give me an update.

Kicker: They’ve found the Energon!

Jetfire: Optimus, we’ll handle the perimeter. You head down and see if you can save the Energon!

Optimus: I’m on it. Hot Shot, Ironhide, time to transform.

Hot Shot & Ironhide: Yessir!

Optimus: Optimus Prime, transform!

Hot Shot: Hot Shot, transform!

Ironhide: Ironhide, transform!

Hot Shot: They’ve taken a serious beating, sir.

Ironhide: Huh?

Hot Shot: Aw, man, that was close. They just keep on coming!

Optimus: Okay, men. The Energon mine should be just ahead.

Ironhide: I’ll go, sir. Cover me.

Optimus: All right, Ironhide. But remember, don’t rely too heavily on your Energon and be careful.

Ironhide: Yessir! Gimme your best shot, you useless Terrorcons. You can’t stop me! Whoa! Okay, maybe I take that back. Hhh. This is it… And boy, what a mess… Huh? This has gotta be the elevator shaft. Hrrrr-ugh! Well… I guess it’s now, or never. Yaaaaaahooowwww! Ughhh! Hhhh! Sorry boys, but you’re tresspassing! Hey! another step and you get blasted! Huh?! Aaah! Hey! Ugh! Ah! Ah! Ah Ah!

Optimus: Yaaaaaaaaaahh! Huh? Hot Shot, I’ve used all my Energon!

Hot Shot: Hmm? I’m tapped too, sir. This doesn’t look good. Optimus! It’s Jetfire and Kicker!

Kicker: Hey guys… It doesn’t look like there’s too many of them out here.

Hot Shot: What about below the surface?

Jetfire: No clue, but I’m gonna find out.

Optimus: Right behind you.

Ironhide: Hyaaah! Huh! Huh! Huh! Huh! These bite-sized pains are getting on my nerves! And even if I’m out of Energon, you’re going down! Now, who wants a piece of me, huh?

Kicker: What the? No, Ironhide! Don’t do it! Don’t touch it!

Ironhide: Huh? Aaaaahh! Hwaaahhh!

Kicker: That was dumb. He knows he can’t handle Energon before it’s refined. Ironhide! Hhh?

Optimus: Ironhide, are you all right?

Kicker: Huh? What? Yeah, he’s fine. Thanks to me.

Optimus: Hhh, that’s a relief. What?

Jetfire: I got ’em! You’re not goin’ anywhere, creeps!

Hot Shot: Ironhide! Are you okay?

Ironhide: Yeah, I’m fine, Hot Shot… I just had a little — accident.

Hot Shot: Huh?

Jetfire: Huh? Aww, no! They’re coming out of the woodwork! Aw, man. They got away.

Optimus, Hot Shot & Ironhide: Transform!

Hot Shot: Just hang in there, okay, Ironhide?

Ironhide: It’s all my fault we lost the battle.

Hot Shot: It’s nobody’s fault! Now get that through your head. Understand?
Ironhide: Thanks, Hot Shot, but I know I screwed up the mission and I can’t but blame —

Kicker: — Ehhh, would ya chill out already?

Ironhide: How could I have been such an idiot and touched the Energon like that without even thinking first?!

Kicker: Yeah, well, you work that out.

Optimus: Kicker!

Kicker: What?!

Optimus: I ordered you to team up with Ironhide, or did you forget that?

Kicker: Ah, gimme a break.

Optimus: If you want to ignore my orders, then I have no choice but to send you back to your mother!

Kicker: Hmm?! You wouldn’t!

Optimus: Try me.

Kicker: Errr… Errr. Okay, partners. I’ll go talk to him then. So, how’s it going, big guy?

Ironhide: Did you just kick me, huh?

Kicker: Ugh! Did you like that?

Ironhide: How’d you like it if I kicked you back?

Kicker: Errr… Well, it looks like you’re back to normal. Heheheheh…

Ironhide: Why you little… You’re gonna pay for this! Okay, I’ve had just about enough of you, kid! Hey, get back here…

Optimus: Well, it looks like things are back to normal again.

Demolishor: So Optimus… What happened on the moon?

Optimus: Huh?

Jetfire: If I were you, Demolishor, I’d show a little more respect to your leader.

Demolishor: Sorry, but you’re still Autobots to me, Jetfire. Cyclonus was working on the moon. What’s his status, Optimus?

Hot Shot: We… never saw him.

Demolishor: What? Serious? You mean to say there was no trace of him – or Tidal Wave?

Jetfire: To be honest… We never had a chance to search for them, Demolishor.

Demolishor: No way. We’ve got to go back.

Optimus: Hang on a minute.

Jetfire: What is it, sir?

Optimus: Nothing…

Q-3: So, what is it that Optimus Prime is thinking? A penny for your thought, Autobot.

Q-2: I think I know! Maybe he’s starting to smell the stench of the great Decepticon army rising from the ashes to challenge his authority! Hahaha!

Q-1: But do not let me get ahead of myself, he still has a new enemy to deal with. An enemy so powerful, it will make the Decepticons look like mere children’s playthings. Waaa-aaargggghhh!

Q-3: Allow me to introduce you to your new adversary, Optimus Prime. An entity so powerful, you won’t know what hit you!

Q-2: Oh joy! I can hardly wait for the games to begin: Aahahahahahaha! Hahahahaha!

[End]

Episode Notes
-Demolishor’s line “You’re… bringing the Omnicons with us, Optimus?” most likely originally belonged to Ironhide, as Demolishor was not present in the scene. But due to Demolishor’s Japanese name being Ironhide, they might have thought they hadn’t changed it from the Japanese Ironhide yet, and then changed it to Demolishor.

-Strongarm’s voice is not pitched properly in the first scene he appears in, although it is the same character as later on, with a different pitch.

-Due to a mistranslation, Misha is referred to as “Mika” in this episode, pronounced “Mike-ah”. In later episodes, it is pronounced “Meek-ah” and then finally settles on the correct name and pronunciation, “Misha,” which I have labelled the character as.

-At the beginning of the episode, as Alexis enters Ocean City, Demolishor asks “who was *that?*” Due to the fact that the two characters have some history, the line was most likely meant to be delivered differently, more as if he recognizes her, but forgets who she is.

-Kicker’s like “okay, partners” was delivered as if he is calling the Autobots all his partners, but was probably intended as if he was accepting that he and Ironhide were partners.

Transformers: Energon
“Cybertron City” – Episode 1 (Paramount DVD Release)
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Optimus: (VO) I am Optimus Prime. It has been twenty Earth years since the Transformers’ war ended with the Decepticons. The evil living planet Unicron was damaged and blown into deep space, along with my arch-enemy, Megatron. Since then, the Autobots have forged an uneasy alliance with the Decepticons, and together we have joined with the ingenious humans in a quest for one of the rarest and most powerful elements in all the universe, Energon. Energon is the source of life itself. And harnessing its power promises to bring a better life to human kind.

[Transition]

Misha: Stop, Kicker! Don’t do it! You’ll get in trouble. Optimus Prime will be mad.

Kicker: Listen, Misha. I don’t care what that big old bucket of bolts says. I’m sick of being trapped underwater, and I’m gonna get some fresh air.

Misha: But you know you can’t raise Ocean City without proper authorization.

Kicker: Can’t? I’m doing it. I’m authorizing myself. I’m through being bossed around by those robots on my own planet.

Misha: Kicker…!

Kicker: Outta my way, Misha. I’m grabbin’ my bike and gettin’ outta here.

Misha: Kicker…! Ohh, what is wrong with him, anyway?

Demolishor: Hey, what’s going on here? Nobody told me we were surfacing. Hmm? What? Hey, it’s that kid, Kicker. What are you doing out here?

Kicker: It’s none of your business, Demolishor!

Demolishor: You’re not supposed to be out here, now get back!

Kicker: Heh! You can’t stop me, metalhead! Heh, heh, heh!

Demolishor: Kicker!

Kicker: Later! Loser!

Demolishor: Aww! What a jerk! Huh?

Hot Shot: Nice job guarding the gate, Demolishor.

Demolishor: You’re not the boss of me, Autobot!

Hot Shot: Hey, throttle back! We’re not enemies! It doesn’t matter who’s an Autobot and who’s a Decepticon.

Demolishor: Well, it matters to me, Hot Shot.

Hot Shot: Whatever. I gotta go get Kicker. Now get back to work!

Demolishor: Errrrrgh… One of these days, Hot Shot… I’m gonna crush you!

Hot Shot: Okay, Kicker, party’s over.

Kicker: Heheh… I don’t think so, Hot Shot!

Hot Shot: Aww, that kid can be such a pain in the rear bumper. Transform!

Kicker: Heheh… Hey, what’s the matter, Hot Shot? Too fast for ya? Uh oh…

Hot Shot: Okay wise guy, who gave you permission to surface the city?

Kicker: I don’t need your permission! It’s my planet, not yours! Now get outta my way!

Hot Shot: I’m in charge of Cybertron City! You have to do what I say.

Kicker: You think you’re the boss, but I’ve had enough of bots bossin’ me around! Huh?!

Hot Shot: Back to the city, Kicker!

Kicker: Watch where you’re pointing that thing!

Hot Shot: Ugh… Sorry.

Kicker: I hate this!

Hot Shot: Get back!

Kicker: Hhh… Hhh.

Hot Shot: Hey, what’s wrong?

Kicker: Heh… Energon, I sense it. The Omnicons finally found it! And there’s a lot. It’s more Energon than I’ve ever sensed before!

Strongarm: Huh?

Skyblast: What’s up?

Strongarm: Check it out, Skyblast.

Skyblast / Strongarm: Energon!

[Transition]

Q-2: Energon! Energon! Really? We need lots of Energon!

Q-1: Be quiet, blabbing fool.

Q-3: Yes, I need to strategize. We must plan very carefully. The Alpha Quintesson must always have a plan.

Q-1: Plan?! We need no plan! We take what we need! Activate the Terrorcons. We must collect sufficient Energon to awaken Unicron. Go forth, my pets. Bring us Energon!

Q-3: Very well. We shall play it your way, for now.

Rad: After all we went through, it’s hard to believe we wound up here on Cybertron. Isn’t it, Sally?

Sally: Yeah, Rad. Hey, wait! I’m getting a text message from Earth base! You’ve got to read this.

Rad: Huh? You’re kidding.

Sally: No, Rad. It’s for real! While I verify it, do you think you could tell my dad?

Rad: You got it, kiddo.

Sally: Thanks.

Dr. Jones: Rad, was that Sally?

Rad: Yeah, and we’ve got big news from Earth.

Dr. Jones: Aaah… Please don’t tell me Kicker did something again.

Rad: No, Doc. Your son is fine. But the message said the Omnicons have struck Energon!

Dr. Jones: What am I gonna do with him? Huh?! What?! An Energon strike on Earth?!

Rad: Yes, sir. At our underwater mine at Ocean City. Pretty much where Kicker said it should be.

Dr. Jones: So Kicker was right. How about that?

Rad: Yeah… Go figure!

Dr. Jones: What wonderful news. After all these years, we may finally have enough Energon to finish my project, Transformers will have the power they need to revive and power-up Cybertron, and humanity may have the clean energy we need to solve our energy crisis. I knew our alliance would be the salvation of us all.

[Transition]

Tidal Wave: Tidal Wave like asteroid belt.

Omnicon A: Hey Tidal Wave, did you hear the good news? They found Energon on Earth!

Tidal Wave: Bug off, little Autobot!

Omnicon B: Boy, Decepticons are such jerks!

Omnicon A: Yeah, and he’s the biggest one of ’em all! Heh, heh, heh!

Omnicon B: Hey, look up there!

Tidal Wave: Hmm… Not good.

Omnicon A: What? What’s not good?

Tidal Wave: Tidal Waaaaaaave! Tidal Wave will defend Cybertron. Tidal Wave will attack!

[Transition]

Ironhide: Whaaaaaaaaaaaa!

Optimus: Ugh! Urrghhh. Powerful attack, Ironhide! But in the end, it’s not about power, it’s about leverage!

Ironhide: Aaaaaaaaaahhhhh!

Optimus: Any questions?!

Ironhide: Hey… Optimus!

Optimus: Huh?

Ironhide: C’mon… I want another shot!

Optimus: Haha. I like you, Ironhide. You remind me a lot of Hot Shot.

Ironhide: You… you really think so, sir?

Optimus: All right, that’s enough training for today, men. We’ll pick this up tomorrow.

Autobot Rookies: Yessir!

Ironhide: Aw, wow! I can’t believe Optimus said that! Just to be mentioned in the same breath as Hot Shot is probably the greatest compliment in the universe. I am the greatest!

Optimus: What’s up?

Rad: There’s big trouble, Optimus!

Dr. Jones: Our mining operation in the asteroid belt is being attacked by a force of unknown bots. They’re after the Energon.

Optimus: What?

Carlos: Mars-1 to base! We’re under attack! I repeat, all stations, this is not a drill! Enemy attack detected, and it’s coming from unknown mechanical lifeforms!

Dr. Jones: First the asteroid belt, then Mars. Earth could be next.

Optimus: Hot Shot will protect Earth until we can get there. But Mars is vulnerable. I’ll assemble a recon team at once.

Dr. Jones: No! Wait!

Optimus: Huh?

Dr. Jones: I have something for you.

Jetfire: Optimus… Is it true, sir? Are the mining operations under attack? Do you think it might be Decepticons?

Optimus: Of course not. Team, we have a new enemy and we don’t have time to waste.

Inferno: Hey Optimus, are they attacking Earth?

Optimus: Not yet, Inferno, but they are attacking Mars.

Jetfire: Okay, then what are we waiting for?

Optimus: Let’s roll out.

Ironhide: Hey, hang on…

Optimus: What now, Ironhide?

Ironhide: Ya gotta take me, sir. I wanna go on this mission.

Jetfire: Ya wanna learn from the best, huh? Well I hope you understand this isn’t just a game.

Ironhide: Okay, I know I’m a rookie, Optimus. But I wanna see some action!

Jetfire: You uploaded your Spark of Combination, Ironhide?

Ironhide: Uh, no… Not yet. But I can!

Optimus: It’s your decision, Jetfire.

Jetfire: Ehh… Okay, come on.

Ironhide: Sir!

Optimus: Earth vehicle mode, transform! Rad, open the gates!

Rad: Roger that, Optimus. I’m all over it. Dr. Jones, is Ironhide going with them?

Dr. Jones: He is. I hope he’s ready.

Optimus: Roll out!

Ironhide: Aw man, this is great!

Jetfire: Just zip it!

Optimus: Transform!

Ironhide, Jetfire & Inferno: Transform!

Optimus: Ehh… It looks like we’re too late.

Jetfire: What coulda done this?

Ironhide: Hello?! Can anybody hear me?!

Inferno: Ironhide, get real, they’re miles away. Or, they were.

Jetfire: I’d say there were dozens of Omnicons working here.

Inferno: Nothing could’ve survived that attack!

Ironhide: You think they were wiped out?

Optimus: We’ve got to get to Earth.

[Transition]

Sally: So that’s Energon?

Miranda: Yes. It’s the energy source that all Transformers need to survive, Sally.

Sally: You know, it looks kind of dangerous. Don’t ya think?

Kicker: Like I care…

Sally: What is with that boy?!

Miranda: He’s just going through a phase, that’s all.

Sally: Well!

Kicker: Ergh! We don’t need Transformers or Energon! Hhh…

[Flashback]

Kicker: (VO) I thought it would be so cool to live on Cybertron. Boy, was I wrong. Everything was huge and there was nothing alive but us and the Transformers. I hated it so much, I kept trying to run away.

Optimus: Kicker! Where are you? Are you in there? Your father is worried about you! Kicker! Kicker! I just hope he isn’t again.

Kicker: Go away! I hate it here! I didn’t even want to come here! Egh. I wanna go home! Ahhh! Where am I?

Primus: I am the core, the heart, the very life force of Cybertron. You are safe. No harm shall come to you here, Kicker.

Kicker: B-but I’m scared.

Primus: A great destiny lies ahead of you. I shall help you achieve it.

[End Flashback]

Kicker: Problem is, from where I stand, destiny stinks. Huh?! Hehhh?!

Hot Shot: Are you serious, Carlos? Our base on Mars was hit?

Carlos: Yeah, Hot Shot. And according to our reports, it was destroyed by some kind of strange bots. And our sensors say a huge amount of Energon was stolen.

Hot Shot: Earth is probably next in line. Thanks for letting us know.

Kicker: Hot Shot! Hhh, hhh… Hot Shot! You gotta submerge the city! And make it quick!

Hot Shot: No can do, Kicker. We’re right in the middle of an Energon mining op. And besides, it was you who raised the city in the first place!

Kicker: Listen! We’re under attack!

Hot Shot: We’re what?!

Kicker: C’mon! Let’s go!

Hot Shot: Kicker! Not again…

Kicker: Hey, let’s go!

Demolishor: Not this time, kid!

Kicker: Outta my way, Demolishor! We don’t have time for this, now move!

Demolishor: Uggh!

Kicker: We’re under attack!

Demolishor: What?! Hey, wait… Hot Shot, no! Oh!

Hot Shot: I don’t see anything, Kicker!

Kicker: I tell you, I sense something.

Hot Shot: Yeah, Kicker. You sense Energon. Everybody knows that.

Kicker: (VO) This feels totally different… And bad.

Hot Shot: All right, I can’t put the city on full alert just because — Kicker? Kicker?!

Kicker: There. Fire right there.

Hot Shot: Hhh… I don’t see a thing. Transform! This better not be a joke.

Kicker: It’s not, now fire!

Hot Shot: Yeaaahh… Whatever. There’s nothing!

Kicker: Well… Ya missed! Look! There they are!

Hot Shot: Hey… You’re right! But what are those things?

Kicker: It looks like recon bots. And there’s more coming, Hot Shot.

Hot Shot: How’d ya know?

Kicker: Take a look for yourself.

Hot Shot: Kicker… Why would Transformers be attacking us?

Kicker: ‘Cause they’re after our Energon. C’mon, we gotta evacuate the city!

Hot Shot: Kicker! Huhhh!

Kicker: Egh.

Hot Shot: This is crazy!

Kicker: Hahaha…

Hot Shot: Kicker! Don’t be an idiot! Huh? We’re in trouble.

Demolishor: What’s goin’ on?! Hmm. What do you want?! Huh… Oh no, you’re not! Ugh! You’re not getting past me! Hrgh!

Hot Shot: Run for it, Kicker!

Kicker: Ughh! Ehh? Eh?

Jetfire: Somebody call for help? It’s Optimus and his boys to the rescue!

Inferno: Transform!

Optimus: Transform! Kicker, are you all right?

Kicker: ‘Bout time you showed up! They’re after the Energon. We have to stop ’em!

Strongarm: Did ya hear that, Skyblast? They’re gettin’ pretty close.

Skyblast: I know, but we gotta refine this Energon!

Strongarm: You’re absolutely right and it sounds like we’re gonna need it!

Miranda & Sally: Aaaahh!

Sally: Oh no! Where’s my brother?!

Miranda: Where’s Kicker?!

Jetfire: Oh no, they’re swarmin’ like flies! Ohh, now they’re in trouble.

Optimus: We’ll hold them off. You get outta here, Kicker.

Kicker: Hey, you can’t order me around.

Optimus: I promised your father I’d look after you.

Kicker: I’m not a kid… anymore!

Optimus: Kicker!

Kicker: I can look after myself!

Optimus: Ironhide, stop him!

Ironhide: Huh?! Yessir!

Optimus: Prime Force, transform! Hot Shot, we need more firepower! Transmitting Spark of Combination now!

Hot Shot: Whoa… Awesome…

Ironhide: Aw man, is that Hot Shot up there?

Optimus: Okay, now combine with Inferno and attack!

Hot Shot: Roger that. Inferno, now!

Hot Shot: Hot Shot!

Inferno: Inferno!

Hot Shot & Inferno: Powerlinx!

Hot Shot: Errrrraaahhh!

Optimus: Prime Force, engage link sequence! Let’s send these bots packing! Optimus Prime, super mode! Powerlinx! Fire-1, combine! Copter-2, combine! Digger-3, combine! Submarine-4, combine! Optimus Prime, super mode! Energon Blast!

Jetfire: Whoa! Whoa, not bad!

Optimus: Are there any more intruders?

Jetfire: Yeah, they’re headed for the bridge!

Optimus: What?!

Inferno: All right, kid. Pull over.

Kicker: Hey, would ya get lost, ya freak?! Can’t you see I’m trying to create a diversion for Optimus?!

Ironhide: Sorry, pal, but I’ve got my orders. Hey! What are you doing?!

Kicker: Pay attention! Come and get it, ya freaks! Ugh! Aaaaahhh! Aaahhh!

Optimus: Kicker! As good a time as any!

Kicker: Ugh! What happened?

Optimus: A gift from your father.

Kicker: What? My father?!

Optimus: He knew you couldn’t stay outta trouble, so he wanted to give you a fighting chance. He made this armour to protect you.

Kicker: What happened to those bots?

Hot Shot: We took care of them. This isn’t your fight, Kicker.

Kicker: Gimme a break! And what about my mom and my sister, huh?! Or don’t you Transformers care?!

Ironhide: Hey! Watch it, punk! Nobody talks to Hot Shot like that!

Hot Shot: Take it easy, Ironhide…

Kicker: This is Earth – my planet! I decide what I do, and nobody else, ya got that?!

Optimus: Hahahaha…

Kicker: What’s so funny?!

Optimus: Your father said you’d feel that way. You’re right, Kicker. This is your future. But if you wanna battle alongside us, it takes guts, determination and discipline to be a warrior. Think you can handle it?

Kicker: Whatever it takes, I’m ready.

Optimus: Good, because whoever is behind these attacks is still out there. And something tells me this is far from over.

[End]

DVD Release Episode Notes

-These notes will list the major changes between the broadcast version of this episode and the DVD release. I suggest reading this alongside my original transcript (or better yet, buy the DVD).

-Instead of having Demolishor introduce the episode as Ocean City rises, Optimus Prime does the opening narration over top of Armada and Energon clips.

-The Ocean City scene originally came after Alpha Q’s speech. Now while Ocean City arises, Kicker argues with Misha (who uses the correct name for this episode).

-Kicker shouldn’t be so familiar with Optimus Prime, as he’s still stationed on Cybertron and they have only met once.

-Many (but definitely not all) lines were re-recorded, although they are the same lines as before with new deliveries. Many of the changes are to clear up the plot, which is sometimes unnecessary (in my opinion).

-Alpha Q pronounces his name “Quin-TESS-on,” which is different from the G1 pronunciation (“Quin-tiss-on”). Anyway, his dialogue in his scene is 100% different.

-The Omnicons on Asteroid City have new voices, probably both Terry Klassen. Personally, I prefer the original dialogue.

-Primus’ lines in Ocean City are replaced dialogue between Dr. Jones and Optimus. Also, Primus’ name is not mentioned in the episode.

-Jetfire’s first line was originally meant to be humourous, which was removed, unfortunately. Optimus still motions as if he’s laughing.

-I like how they pointed out that they’re using Earth vehicle modes.

-The Armada kids coming off the ship was edited out in favour of a Kicker VO. The Dr. Jones-Young Kicker dialogue was also removed and the two flashback scenes were meshed together.

-Several of young Kicker’s falling screams and other grunts are removed.

-Strongarm’s voice is not pitched while he is refining Energon.

-Some of the music later on in the episode is changed around.

-Luckily, Optimus doesn’t call the Terrorcons by name at the end of this episode.

-Alpha Q’s dialogue at the end is removed.

-My personal opinion is that this revision of the episode is not superior to the original, it’s just different. A lot of things I was happy to see fixed and changed, other things I was disappointed they changed, and some things I wished they had changed were left untouched. Still, if you like this series, I recommend buying the “Battle for Energon” DVD. “The Return of Megatron” contains no dialogue changes.