Transformers: Energon
“Cybertron City” – Episode 1
Written by Voicebox
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Alpha Q-1: I am deep within a deep dense dark cloud of cosmic atom. I am at the core… All that remains of the planet-sized Transformer known… as Unicron.

Alpha Q-2: Wait a second… Hold everything. Something is missing here… Give me a moment to think!

Alpha Q-3: The energy core is seriously depleted.

Q-2: We scanned the universe for a new source… I am Alpha Q, one of the many victims of Unicron. He has brought me back online, to prevent him from going offline!

Qs: Hahahaha… Hahahahahahahahahahaha!

Q-3: Must awaken Unicron… Must release energy eating Terrorcons. He hungers for the most powerful energy in the universe, Energon. It is in abundance on Earth. And nothing will stand in the way.

Demolishor: (VO) It has been ten Earth years since our leader Megatron — and Unicron — disappeared into deep space. For ten years, I have had to suffer working alongside the incompetent Autobots and these pathetic humans. We, the Decepticons, destined to rule the galaxy, have no choice but to follow Optimus Prime. We have joined forces secretly with the humans to search for Energon, and to rebuild what was lost both on Cybertron and Earth.

Demolishor: Hey, what’s going on here? Nobody told me we were surfacing! Hmm? Oh, it’s only you, Kicker. What are you doing out here?

Kicker: I came out for a little fresh air, do you mind?

Demolishor: You’re not supposed to be out here. Now get back!

Kicker: Heh! Ugh! Ah-heh!

Demolishor: Kicker!

Kicker: Later!

Hot Shot: Aren’t you supposed to be working, Demolishor?

Demolishor: You’re not the boss of me, Hot Shot!

Hot Shot: Quit livin’ in the past. We’re not enemies anymore, or did you forget?

Demolishor: You’re still an Autobot to me.

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: Hey, what’s the matter, Hot Shot? Too fast for ya? Aaah!

Hot Shot: Okay wise guy, who gave you permission to surface the city?

Kicker: I am so trapped of being trapped in this stupid city and besides, who made you king?!

Hot Shot: I’m in charge here, so don’t push your luck, ya got that?

Kicker: You think you’re the boss, but I’ve had enough of you bossin’ me around!

Hot Shot: Better watch your mouth, Kicker!

Kicker: Hey! Watch where you’re aiming that thing!

Hot Shot: Ugh… Sorry.

Kicker: I hate this!

Hot Shot: Get back! Hey, what’s wrong?

Kicker: Heheh… Okay, you win, Hot Shot.

Strongarm: Huh?

Skyblast: What’s up?

Strongarm: Check it out, Skyblast.

Skyblast / Strongarm: Whoaaa.

Rad: (VO) This is Earth’s extraterrestrial research and development centre here on Cybertron. And if it has to do with Earth, these guys are the ones to talk to.

Rad: Are you serious?

Sally: Yeah, I’m serious. And can you tell my dad I’m gonna check things out, Rad?

Rad: You got it, kiddo.

Sally: Thanks!

Dr. Jones: Rad, was that Sally?

Rad: Yeah, and she’s got big news from Earth.

Dr. Jones: Aaah… Please don’t tell me Kicker did something again.

Rad: No, no, doc. Kicker’s just fine. But Sally said the Omnicons hit a huge deposit of Energon.

Dr. Jones: What am I gonna do with him? Huh?! What?! Down at Ocean City?!

Rad: She said our Earth station has detected molecular activity at the precise co-ordinates where you suspected Energon to be.

Dr. Jones: Very interesting. Has Hot Shot been informed about this?

Rad: Not yet.

Dr. Jones: Optimus will be pleased. All the material I’ve read on Energon says it’s a clean energy source. And the answer to Earth’s energy crisis. But more importantly, the Transformers need it for themselves to power-up and repair Cybertron. This way well be the discovery of the millennium!

Omnicon A: Hey Tidal Wave, did you hear the good news? They found Energon! We’d better get our butts in gear and get some! Oh boy, Decepticons are so uptight.

Omnicon B: Yeah, when they were programmed, they forgot to put in the relax chip. Heheh! Hey, look up there!

Tidal Wave: What’s going on up there?

Omnicon A: We just saw something, sir!

Tidal Wave: Tidal Waaaaaaave! Tidal Wave will defend Cybertron. Tidal Wave will attack!

Ironhide: Whaaaaaaaaaaaa!

Optimus: Ugh! Urrghhh.

Ironhide: Urgghh… Urgh! Whoooooaaaaaaa!

Optimus: Ahh. So, anyone else?

Ironhide: Yeah… I’ll go again!

Optimus: Huh?

Ironhide: I’m ready… whenever you are!

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: One of our satellite cities has been hit by asteroids, blasted by some unknown force. They stole some Energon.

Optimus: What?

Rad: Carlos radioed in that our Mars depot was under attack.

Carlos: All stations! This is not a test! Enemy attack has been detected, coming from unknown mechanical lifeforms!

Primus: A very interesting turn of events, don’t you think, Commander Prime? Who would have thought Energon would have been detected on planet Earth?

Optimus: It’s strange.

Primus: But what’s even stranger is we don’t know who our enemy is, and if they plan on attacking us on Earth.

Optimus: Then I’ll assemble a recon team at once.

Dr. Jones: No! Wait!

Optimus: Huh?

Dr. Jones: I have something for you.

Jetfire: So, uh, what’s the scoop, sir? Me and my boys are starting to rust away because it’s been so slow out here.

Optimus: Ha, ha. You always crack me up, Jetfire. Well, we’ve got a mission. And that includes you, Inferno.

Inferno: I heard there’s a situation on Earth, sir.

Optimus: That’s right, but first we have to make a stop at our spacebridge on Mars.

Jetfire: To assess the enemy, sir?

Optimus: Yes, now let’s move 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 —

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: All units, transform! Rad, open the gates.

Rad: Roger that, Optimus. I’m all over it. Dr. Jones, is Ironhide going with them?

Dr. Jones: It looks like it. Yeah.

Optimus: Roll out!

Ironhide: Aw man, this is great!

Jetfire: Just zip it!

Optimus: Transform!

Ironhide, Jetfire & Inferno: Transform!

Optimus: Well, men… Here we are… Mars.

Jetfire: Is that our Cybertron City?

Ironhide: Hello?! Can anybody hear me?!

Inferno: I’m not detecting any signs of life on this planet, sir.

Jetfire: But I thought there were supposed to be loads of Transformers working down there.

Inferno: Me too.

Ironhide: You think they were wiped out?

Optimus: We’ve got to get to Earth.

[Commercial]

Sally: Is that Energon?

Miranda: Yes. It’s the energy source that all lifeforms need to survive, Sally.

Sally: I’m not sure I get it, Mom. Do you, Kicker?

Kicker: Hmm! You think I care?!

Sally: What is with that boy?!

Miranda: He’s just going through a phase, that’s all.

Sally: Well!

Kicker: Hrgh-ugh! Humans don’t need to rely on Transformers! Hrrgh!

[Flashback]

Rad: Look!

Kicker: Huh… uhh…

Dr. Jones: Well, here we are, Kicker… This is planet Cybertron.

Kicker: Hhh! Hhhh!

Dr. Jones: It’s okay, son. They’re our friends. They’re called Transformers. And they’re here to protect us.

[End Flashback]

Kicker: Yeah? Well, I don’t need anyone to protect me.

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 asteroids. Oh, and supposedly, a huge amount of Energon was stolen.

Hot Shot: Boy, it sure is lucky that nothing’s happened here yet.

Kicker: Hot Shot! Hot Shot, ya 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! Hang on!

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’m not joking around this time!

Hot Shot: Well for your sake, you better not, ’cause I’m sick of your stupid pranks, you understand, Kicker?! Now step on it!

[Flashback]

Optimus: Kicker! Where are you going? I’m a little too old to be playing hide-and-go-seek, Kicker. And besides, this area is off-limits. So if you know what’s good for ya, show yourself right now! I just hope he isn’t lost… Kicker! Kicker!

Kicker: Go away! I hate you ‘bots! I hate every last one of you!

Optimus: Kicker.

Kicker: Egh. Get away from me! Ah… Ahhh… Aaaaahhh! Aaaahhh! Hhhh! Aahhh… Huh? Egghhh. What happened?

Primus: So, you are the one who discovered me.

Kicker: Who are you? Ehhh!

Primus: I find you humans interesting creatures, and I’m curious what type of energy source you rely on.

Optimus: Kicker… What’s going on here?!

Kicker: Hehh… Hheh…

[End Flashback]

Kicker: That’s when it all started. That’s when I realized I had some weird ability to perceive things. Up there, Hot Shot! Can ya see it?!

Hot Shot: Ohhh… 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: They look like some kinda recon bots. And there’s lots of ’em!

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! This is crazy!

Kicker: Hahaha…

Hot Shot: Kicker! Don’t be an idiot! Huh? We’re in trouble.

Demolishor: What’s goin’ on?! 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! Remember me, Kicker?

Kicker: Yeah… You’re Optimus Prime…

Strongarm: Hey Skyblast, listen. You hear something outside?

Skyblast: Who cares? I got enough work here to keep me busy.

Strongarm: Yeah, and besides, we’re not even battle bots.

Miranda & Sally: Aaaahh!

Sally: Oh no! Where’s my brother?!

Miranda: Where’s Kicker?!

Jetfire: Oh no, they’re swarmin’ like flies! Now they’re in trouble.

Optimus: We’ll hold them off. You get outta here, Kicker.

Kicker: Yeah, like I stand a chance if I run.

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, time to use the Spark of Combination Primus gave me. Here, it’s coming your way.

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, this way! 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: Nine o’clock! Come and get it, ya freaks! Ugh! Aaaaahhh! Aaahhh!

Optimus: Kicker! Yah! Ugh! I’ll save you!

Kicker: Aaaaaaaahhh, aaaaaahh! Ugh! What happened?

Optimus: A gift from your father.

Kicker: Huh?! Him again?!

Optimus: He realized you wouldn’t listen to anyone, so he wanted to protect you. You’re not a warrior, Kicker.

Kicker: What happened to those bots?

Hot Shot: We took care of them, and we didn’t need your help.

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 sure has you pegged, Kicker.

Kicker: Huh?

Optimus: And that’s why he built that suit of armour. Those robots were Terrorcons. They were after the Energon and they’ll be back. So if you want to battle alongside us, you’ll have to wear that suit.

Q-3: Well, unfortunately for my side, we didn’t get our hands on the Energon. That’s the bad news. The good news is, there are plenty of other Cybertron Earth cities in the unit, but where will we strike next?

Q-2: We’re gonna get it! We’re gonna get it!

Q-3: That should keep those mindless Transformers on their toes. And if there’s one thing I simply adore, it’s the element of surprise…

Q-2: Hahahahaha!

[End]

Legend
Alpha Q-1 = Angry voice
Alpha Q-2 = Eccentric voice
Alpha Q-3 = Deep voice

Transformers: Armada
“Linkup” – Episode 26
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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

[Transition]

Narrator: A fierce battle with the Decepticons has resulted in everyone’s worst feelings being realized. Optimus Prime was damaged, and it wasn’t known when – or if – he would recover.

Fred: Is Optimus okay?

Billy: Don’t be stupid, Fred. He’s not going to be okay until he’s repaired, and that could take a while.

Alexis: Cut it out you two. Arguing isn’t going to do a thing to help him.

Rad: So how bad is it, Red Alert?

Red Alert: It’s not that serious, but we’ve got him docked just to be safe. The Vice Commander can take some of the heat off, while we check him out. At least that’s the plan.

Rad: Vice Commander?

Carlos: Wait a sec, who’s that?

Billy: Could it be?

Fred: No way!

Jetfire: That’s right, kids. It’s me, Jetfire! Heh, heh. So go ahead and applaud if you like. After all, I’m practically a super-hero. That’s why they call me Optimus’ right hand bot.

Hot Shot; He’ll be signing autographs later.

Jetfire: He’s only kidding. But seriously, I’m here so there’s nothing to worry about. Count on me, and I’ll count on your support.

Alexis: Doesn’t exactly have a confidence problem, does he?

Demolishor: This is ridiculous. He calls himself a great tactician; a big military leader? His plan didn’t work at all. How are you gonna explain this one, Thrust, huh?

Megatron: Calm yourself, Demolishor.

Demolishor: B-b-b-b-b-but Megatron!

Cyclonus: Hahahaha! I thought it was pretty funny, myself!

Starscream: Yeah, you shoulda seen it. Hahaha.

Demolishor: Then I guess I’m the only one who wasn’t have a good time.

Thrust: Hahahahaha!

Demolishor: Eerrrr, shut up!

Thrust: My plan was perfect. However, I may have been guilty of a slight miscalculation. But don’t worry, I will come up with a new battle plan and this time, it will not fail.

Megatron: Yes, and you better hope so.

Demolishor: Megatron, you can’t be serious!

Megatron: Silence, Demolishor.

Demolishor: Aahh… But…

Thrust: Ahhh. Behold, Megatron. We are blessed with a sign. The stars are falling in our favour. A sure sign of your imminent victory. Hahahaha.

Megatron: I see. Hahahahahahaha… Hahaha!

Smokescreen: Hmmm, interesting. Looks like — ugh, it’s Thrust?

Scavenger: It was a well fought out battle, unlike those of a Decepticons up until now.

Smokescreen: He’s right, you know.

Blurr: Hmmm, the great tactician Thrust. I’ve heard of him.

Hot Shot: Oh yeah?! Well — well, I haven’t!

Scavenger: I’m not surprised, Hot Shot. You’re too young to have battled on the planet Cybertron yet.

Hot Shot: So what’s his story, huh, you guys?

Blurr: Have you ever heard of the planet Vector?

Hot Shot: The planet Vector, hello! How could anyone forget that? That’s where the Autobots were all destroyed in a giant battle.

Scavenger: And Thrust was the one who led that attack.

Blurr: That’s not all he’s done. He also led the Decepticons on planet Orga and in the battle of planet Duke.

Hot Shot: Aw man. The Autobots got totally thrashed. And almost got wiped out!

Fred: What chance to we have against Megatron when Thrust teams up with them?

Carlos: Hey, what are you talking about? Have you forgotten that we have Jetfire on our side. What about that, huh?

Billy: Yeah, we won’t get blown away that easily.

Jetfire: Hey! I heard that. You better watch what you’re saying, kid. What do you mean ‘blown away that easy?’

Billy: Hahaha. I meant we’ll win, Jetfire, that’s all.

Jetfire: H-hey, of course we’ll win. I’m here, aren’t I? Huh? What is it, bots? So, what’s the problem?

Rad: They say there’s a suspicious bot flying overhead.

Jetfire: What?! Why didn’t they say that in the first place?

Rad: Well, that is what they’re saying.

Jetfire: Oh yeah? What do I know, I can never figure out what they mean.

Alexis: That bot’s been flying overhead for quite a while now.

Scavenger: Look, it’s Thrust!

Jetfire: Just leave things in my hands. Ready or not, Thrust, here I come.

Hot Shot: But Jetfire!

Carlos: Hey, there he goes, guys.

Alexis: He’s sure not like Optimus, is he?

Jetfire: Oh, by the way, don’t tell Optimus about this… Now stand back and watch a pro at work.

Thrust: Ahh… Here he comes. Catch me if you can!

Jetfire: Who’s he kidding. This is gonna be a piece of cake.

Thrust: Follow me, and I’ll show you the party of a lifetime, tough guy!

Jetfire: Woohoo! You got it, Thrust!

Thrust: Haven’t you heard of warning signs? Haha, what a fool.

Jetfire: Yeah, just watch me go, baby. Over there. That must be where the party’s gonna be. Let’s go.

Thrust: Attack!

Alexis: It’s a trap! Jetfire!

Jetfire: Hey, don’t worry ’bout me, I can handle myself.

Rad: No, don’t! He’s using the Mini-Cons against you! Don’t hit them!

Jetfire: C’mon, kids. I’m not gonna hit the Mini-Cons, okay? Now quit worrying and just let me do my job here. Time for a little action. Transform!

Thrust: Only a fool would make this so easy. Close in and attack him!

Cyclonus: Hahahahaha! Lock and load! Follow me, boys. Let’s fry him!

Jetfire: Stay outta my way, Mini-Cons! Time for you to taste my plasma blaster. See if this makes your teeth whiter and brighter.

Thrust: This is a surprise. I didn’t think he would actually attack.

Cyclonus: That wasn’t supposed to happen. You said he wasn’t going to fire with the Mini-Cons present.

Thrust: Perhaps we underestimated him.

Jetfire: You got that right, pal! Woohahaha!

Billy: Aw, man. He’s actually enjoying himself.

Carlos: Way to go, Jetfire! Yeah! Show ’em who’s boss! You da man, yeah!

Thrust: Crossfire attack!

Jetfire: Not bad, not bad…

Cyclonus: Here’s my chance for a little payback!

Starscream: Hahaha. He’s in trouble now, and I’ve got him in my sights. Null Laser Cannon!

Hot Shot: Jetfire…

Jetfire: Don’t worry ’bout me, I can handle it.

Scavenger: You others get out there right now and help him out, stat.

Hot Shot: But they’re over the ocean. Where’re they supposed to land, Scavenger?

Alexis: Wait! There’s an island in the west.

Smokescreen: You hear that, Jetfire, an island. We’re coming to help you right now. Come on, Hot Shot, let’s roll!

Hot Shot: Right.

Blurr: I’m coming with you. Warp us to that island right now.

Hot Shot: There’s Jetfire. Smokescreen, is he too far?

Smokescreen: Nope. Stand back and watch a professional. Longarm, launch! It’s time to get down to business.

Hot Shot & Blurr: Smokescreen!

Smokescreen: It’s all right. I’m okay… But wait a second. Who’s that?

Demolishor: I am Demolishor, the fierce Decepticon warrior.

Hot Shot: It was an ambush!

Demolishor: Exactly, losers. This is all part of Thrust’s plan to steal the Skyboom shield, and you fell for it, hook, line and sinker. Hahaha.

Sideways: Hey, Demolishor. Zip it.

Demolishor: Watch me crush ’em. Then you’ll have nothing to complain about.

Smokescreen: Look out! Take cover, you two!

Demolishor: Too late.

Rad: Scavenger!

Scavenger: Interesting, it’s really an impressive trap.

Carlos: Would ya quit gawking at it and do something?

Fred: Ya think Optimus is still too hurt to help them out?

Rad: Red Alert! Come in! Can you hear me?

Red Alert: What’s the matter? What’s going on, Rad?

Rad: Hot Shot and the others went to go rescue Jetfire, but now they’re all under fire. We need Optimus.

[Commercial]

Demolishor: Where in the world is Optimus?

Hot Shot: Sorry, he’s not here. Besides, you’re just a waste of his time, anyway.
Demolishor: Why you little —

Sideways: — Would ya calm down?

Hot Shot: Eat this!

Megatron: How long are you going to carry on with these pathetic weaklings?

Demolishor: Megatron!

Sideways: Forgive us, sir.

Megatron: Get them to hand over the Skyboom shield now, dolts.

Hot Shot: In your dreams. If you want it, why don’t you come get it. That is, unless you’re a little bit of a wimp… Well, are ya?

Megatron: Do my ears deceive me? What kind of fool challenges me, Megatron to engage in a battle. The time is now, Star Saber. Powerlink!

Hot Shot: Aw, man. The Star Saber!

Smokescreen: Ah, big deal. The good news is we’ve still got the Skyboom shield.

Megatron: Ha. You’re too weak to wield that weapon. But I can’t say I’m surprised at that, Autobot.

Demolishor: You said it, boss. What do you say we hit ’em with two assaults at the same time?

Sideways: I’m ready whenever you are.

Hot Shot: I think we better pull back, guys.

Smokescreen: No chance of that happening. As long as we’ve got this shield, I’m not going anywhere.

Hot Shot: Hey! But — what about what Optimus told us?

Smokescreen: Ahh…

Blurr: Smokescreen, listen up. Hot Shot is right. We must withdraw immediately. And then, we can think about our next move.

Smokescreen: Aw, all right, already.

Megatron: What’s all this whispering about?

Hot Shot: Transform!

Smokescreen: Transform!

Blurr: Transform!

Jetfire: Okay, here’s my chance. Aah! Sorry, Mini-Cons, but I don’t have time to mess around with you anymore. Awww, no!

Starscream: This time he’s mine. Null Laser Cannon!

Thrust: Ahahaha. You have nowhere to run now. The last time we met, you foiled my plans, but now I shall pay you back for your meddling. Hahahaha!

Jetfire: Yeah, outta my way!

Starscream: Coming back for more? Try this on for size!

Jetfire: Huh? What’s happening? I can’t fire.

Thrust: Oh, dear. What a shame. So you can’t shoot a Mini-Con, I see. Air Defense Team, attack!

Carlos: What’s the deal? Why are they taking commands from a Decepticon, huh?

Fred: Just like Optimus said. Mini-Cons that are awakened by Decepticons think of Decepticons as their masters!

Red Alert: Scavenger, report to me what’s happening out there.

Scavenger: It’s not looking good. Thrust’s plan is doing us in.

Rad: What about Optimus, Red Alert, is he still out of commission?

Red Alert: He’s almost ready. And I’ll come along too.

Carlos: Hey, we need you guys fast. If we don’t do something, our whole team’s gonna get fried.

Megatron: Oh my, what a shame. You’re too weak to use the Skyboom shield. Give it to me. In our last battle, your friend flew in to save you, but now Jetfire is surrounded and Optimus cannot help you. It looks like your day is done, Smokescreen. You will not escape us.

Smokescreen: Wanna bet?

Red Alert: Scavenger.

Scavenger: I don’t like it. They need help out there.

Alexis: Yeah, but can Thrust really make that much of a difference?

Carlos: Aw, man. We’re gonna get toasted!

Scavenger: Red Alert, I’m moving out.

Red Alert: I’m coming too.

Rad: Wait a minute. What about Optimus, what’ll happen to him if you guys leave?

Red Alert: Ah, ehh…

Carlos: Yeah, Optimus is still immobilized. I think that someone should stay here.

Alexis: Hey, who’s that? Someone’s on the launching dock.

Red Alert: What?

Scavenger: Bring it up on the monitor.

Rad: Optimus!

Red Alert: Unbelievable.

Optimus: Prepare to warp me to Jetfire’s co-ordinates.

Red Alert: Optimus, sir! But you’re not ready yet!

Optimus: Don’t worry about me. I’ll be fine. Now do it.

Carlos: No way. I don’t care how strong you are, if you fall from up there, you’ll be toast.

Billy: But Optimus, you haven’t fully recovered yet.

Alexis: Yeah, don’t do it.

Fred: Don’t do it! I’m begging you, please!

Optimus: Obey my command! You must trust me.

Scavenger: I’m setting the landing co-ordinates.

Optimus: Initiate launch, now!

Rad: Optimus…

Thrust: Hahahaha. And now, Jetfire, it’s time to finish you off. Starscream, deliver the final assault!

Starscream: With pleasure.

Thrust: What?

Starscream: Thrust! Up there!

Thrust: Transform!

Carlos, Fred & Billy: Hahahahahaha!

Fred: Yeah, kick his butt, Optimus!

Thrust: I’m honoured by your presence, old man, but you’re in no condition to fight. Heh, heh, heh.

Jetfire: Optimus!

Starscream: Perfect! Two birds with one stone. Null Laser Cannon!

Optimus: Jet Convoy, transform!

Red Alert: What is this?

Thrust: They’ve powerlinked!

Jet Convoy: They don’t call him Starscream for nothing.

Megatron: What’s happening? Starscream? What is that? Optimus Prime!

Smokescreen: Optimus, sir!

Demolishor: You keep away from me! Oh, no! Help! He’s got me! Put me down! Please, let me down. I hate water!

Jet Convoy: Okay…

Demolishor: No… No, wait. I was only kidding. Don’t drop me… Aaaahh!

Sideways: Incredible… Once again, Thrust has bungled our mission.

Hot Shot: Look, it’s Optimus!

Thrust: Jet Convoy, huh? I had no idea he had that power. Heh, heh, heh, heh… This is becoming more and more interesting. Transform!

Carlos: Oohhoo! That was sweet! Nice job, Optimus!

Billy: Don’t forget how cool Jetfire was.

Fred: Or that Jet Convoy.

Alexis: You said it.

Rad: Yep.

Red Alert: Optimus, sir.

Scavenger: It’s amazing. Those two guys are really something, huh? Just when you think the battle is lost, they come back, and win.

Hot Shot: Optimus… Pardon me for asking, but are you okay?

Optimus: Yes. Sorry if I worried you.

Hot Shot: I had no idea you could powerlink with Jetfire like that. It was totally awesome.

Smokescreen: And the amazing thing is, they did it in mid-air!

Jetfire: Not bad, huh? Yeah, this was our first link-up here on Earth, though. Wasn’t sure it’d have gone that smoothly.

Blurr: Hard to believe, coming from you.

Jetfire: Well, it’s been a long time since we tried powerlinking. I was sure stoked, though. Eh, Optimus?

Optimus: Jetfire, a little word of advice to the wise. Maybe you could be a little more cautious next time.

Jetfire: — I’m sorry, Optimus. It’s just I’ve fought way bigger battles on Cybertron. So I… I guess I just didn’t take it seriously enough.

Optimus: This may be Earth, but it’s a serious battle too.

Jetfire: I’ve learned my lesson, sir.

Smokescreen: Yeah-ha, right! You’re just lucky Optimus came back to lend you a hand, Jetfire.

Hot Shot: Well, I guess we gotta give Thrust some of the credit for the nasty little plan he came up with. Huh, guys?

Blurr: Yeah. I fear he’ll be trouble in the future.

Jetfire: Hey! I’m here now, so there’s nothing to worry about, right?

Hot Shot: Well so much for taking things more seriously. I thought you said you’d learned your lesson. Huh, Jetfire?

Jetfire: Ehhh… Heh, heh. Yeah, right. So I did.

Autobots: Hahahahaha!

Rad (VO): And that was our introduction to Jetfire, the Autobots’ new Vice Commander. We were going to need his contagious optimism in order to face the battles that lay ahead of us.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Tactician” – Episode 25
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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

[Transition]

Astronaut #1: Look, what is that?

Captain: Contact Houston at once.

Astronaut #1: I’m trying, but nothing seems to be working, captain.

Astronaut #2: It’s headed straight for us, sir.

Captain: Dump the auto-pilot! I’m taking the stick.

Astronaut #1: Still… no radio response.

Captain: Keep trying!

Astronaut #1: Yessir!

Captain: Buckle up, boys! It’s firing on us!

Billy: So who cares if the shuttle almost hit the other shuttle?

Fred: But that’s exactly my point, Billy. There was only one shuttle up there.

Billy: Nah, you probably heard it wrong, Freddy boy.

Fred: Yeah… It must’ve been a meteor or something.

Alexis (VO): At first we just thought Fred just got his story mixed up. But as it turns out, a much bigger mystery lay ahead of us.

[Transition]

Thrust: Ahh, here you are, my little pets. It’s such a shame that you’ve been locked away here all these years. Are you ready? I have selected you, and you shall work for me as my personal minion. Come. We have work to do.

Carlos: Hey, wait a minute. Where’s Sideways?

Rad: He’s right down there, Carlos. You see him?

Carlos: Aw, good. I thought he was hacking in on us again.

Alexis: Hey, don’t worry about that happening to us, Carlos. Red Alert installed a firewall.

Red Alert: You got that right, Alexis.

Billy: And if he does, we’ll pound him.

Fred: Yeah, pound him good!

Rad: Hey, look. A Mini-Con.

Optimus: A Mini-Con? Roger that.

Scavenger: I’m on it, Optimus.

Megatron: Cyclonus, get after it now.

Cyclonus: Yessir. Transform!

Megatron: My word, they’re a band of obnoxious misfits. How embarrassing.

Optimus: We’ve got your back, Scavenger. Now let’s move out.

Smokescreen: Yessir.

Megatron: Just where do you think you and your men are going, Optimus Prime. I’ve got you trapped like fish in a barrel. Sonar, quickly. Powerlink! Star Saber! Follow me, men.

Starscream: Oh great. Time to get shot at again. Why couldn’t I have just been a normal bot working in a factory?

Hot Shot: Well, looks like it’s now or never.

Smokescreen: Liftor, it’s time to powerlink. Heads up, Optimus!

Thrust: I wish Megatron would stop using the Star Saber at half its strength!

Optimus: Smokescreen.

Smokescreen: At your service, Optimus, sir.

Thrust: Why are Decepticons so weak?

Scavenger: I’ve retreived the Mini-Con, sir. What was that?

Megatron: Retreat! I shall return, Prime.

Carlos: We smoked ’em!

Kids: Yeah! / Autobots rule!

Megatron: You pathetic buffoons!

Cyclonus: It’s not my fault, I was wounded!

Demolishor: What?!

Cyclonus: You should’ve backed me up.

Demolishor: You’re insane, Cyclonus. If you hadn’t been hit, maybe we could’ve had a chance out there.

Cyclonus: Okay, that’s it.

Demolishor: What are you gonna do about it?

Cyclonus: You just watch me.

Thrust: Stop your bickering at once!

Demolishor: Who said that?

Starscream: Hey, it wasn’t me. I didn’t say anything.

Demolishor: Then what about you?

Sideways: Wasn’t me.

Thrust: You truly are a pitiful lot. You disgust me.

Demolishor: Who said that? And where are you?

Thrust: Megatron, your poultry army of miserable little warriors leaves much to be desired.

Demolishor: Show yourself, fool! Aaaahhh!

Megatron: Nicely executed.

Thrust: My humble apologies for keeping you waiting, Megatron.

Megatron: It is time… to reveal yourself, my dear, dear friend! Welcome to planet Earth, Thrust.

Thrust: It seems I’ve arrived in the nick of time, Megatron.

[Commercial]

Demolishor: No one humiliates me and gets away with it!

Starscream: Call it a hunch, Demolishor, but I don’t think you stand a chance against our guest. And rumour has it that no one has ever defeated him at battle.

Cyclonus: And, I’ve heard Thrust is a master at mimickry. Why, he can duplicate the fighting power of his opponent simply by absorbing their energy.

Demolishor: Okay then, why don’t we put him up against the Autobots, huh?

Starscream: Thrust didn’t come here to fight. He came here to teach us how to defeat our enemy.

Demolishor: Well, he doesn’t impress me.

Starscream: Something wrong, Sideways?

Sideways: Ugh, no. Nothing.

Rad: High Wire! Check this out.

Alexis: You know, I get the feeling they’re gonna be best buds.

Rad: Heh, heh. Yeah.

Carlos: Chalk another one up for the good guys! Yeah, haha!

Blurr: You said it, Carlos.

Smokescreen: You know, the way things are going, we can’t lose this war.

Red Alert: I hope you know the difference between confidence and over-confidence, Smokescreen.

Smokescreen: Yeah, yeah.

Red Alert: I always say it’s better to air on the side of caution.

Hot Shot: Hey, we really appreciate the lecture, grandpa.

Scavenger: This is not a game. Take my advice and listen, Hot Shot.

Optimus: What’s going on here, men?

Scavenger: Everythhing is fine, sir.

Cyclonus: With Thrust as our new secret weapon, ha, the Decepticons can’t lose!

Demolishor: Yeah!

Starscream: Hey guys. What happened to Sideways?

Cyclonus: Ah, he’s probably just taking a nap.

Thrust: Your best soldier is Starscream. He’s loyal and his AI is well-suited to be second-in-command.

Megatron: Yes, I tend to agree with that.

Thrust: And if you follow my strategy to the letter, your campaign won’t fail, Megatron.

Megatron: I’m quite sure your plans are impeccable, Thrust, but my main concern is that my men aren’t capable of following them.

Thrust: Then perhaps I should take part in the battle, personally.

Megatron: That would be interesting.

Thrust: My only stipulation is that I possess the Star Saber.

Megatron: I don’t know if I follow your logic…

Thrust: It is the only way I can absolutely guarantee your victory, my friend. Otherwise your fate lies in the hand of your, heh heh, soldiers. Ahhh… The sun shines down on you, Megatron. This is a good sign that means only time stands in the way of you fulfilling your destiny.

Megatron: Very well then, Thrust. The Star Saber is yours.

Thrust: And I use it only in your service, Megatron. Heh, heh, heh.

[Commercial]

Megatron: Listen carefully, men. Thrust will lead this mission.

Thrust: Yes.

Megatron: Starscream, your duty will be to act as his number two man.

Demolishor: But Megatron, sir, you always told me I was second-in-command.

Cyclonus: Yeah! And we don’t we know what Thrust’s plan is yet.

Thrust: Patience, gentlemen. All things in good time. Just go into battle and follow the orders as Starscream and I give them out.

Demolishor: You serious… Megatron, sir?

Megatron: Enough of your petty insolence! Just do as you’re told. And we will win. You realize I expect nothing less than victory, Thrust.

Thrust: Yessir. All I ask for is your faith in me and we shall triumph over the enemy.

Alexis: Has another Mini-Con been detected, Optimus?

Optimus: Red Alert, you stay put with the kids.

Red Alert: Yessir.

Hot Shot: C’mon, what are we waiting for? We got work to do.

Carlos: Calm those Decepti-freaks.

Hot Shot: No problem.

Optimus: Cross-check and begin launch sequence. Let’s do this, men. Launch!

Hot Shot: Right behind ya!

Smokescreen: We’re outta here.

Scavenger: Launch initiated!

Blurr: We have lift off!

Cyclonus: Transform! Transmitter destroyed, sir.

Thrust: Excellent. The Autobots should be arriving at any time. Starscream, take the Mini-Cons and go to your post.

Starscream: Move out! Transform!

Cyclonus: Transform!

Thrust: And now, Megatron… The Star Saber?

Megatron: Hmmm…

Thrust: Keep it with you for now, but when I meet Optimus face-to-face, I’ll need it for the final blow.

Megatron: As you wish, Thrust.

Optimus: This is where the Mini-Con signal was detected.

Scavenger: Something doesn’t feel right.

Optimus: It’s time, men. You take up the point. Hot Shot, you go with Blurr. Scavenger and I will take the lead.

Starscream: We have detected Autobots in the area, sir.

Thrust: Very good, Starscream. But don’t attack until they’ve entered the gully.

Starscream: Roger that.

Thrust: Megatron, you just stay and wait here. Transform!

Optimus: Take cover. We’re under attack.

Demolishor: Okay. Get ready, Sideways, ’cause I can see ’em coming.

Smokescreen: Keep firing!

Hot Shot: Hey, what happened to the rest of the Decepticons?

Scavenger: Don’t worry, Hot Shot. They’ll show up.

Thrust: Starscream, lock onto Smokescreen. Do you copy?

Starscream: Roger that, I’m all over him!

Scavenger: It’s Starscream!

Cyclonus: Hahaha. You better watch out, you better not cry, ’cause you’re gonna get blasted!

Hot Shot: Oh, man, we’ve been ambushed!

Scavenger: So now what do we do, Optimus, sir? Those Decepticons are on us like ants at a picnic.

Optimus: We have to get out of this gully. Transform.

Cyclonus: Just another day at the office…

Optimus: Transform.

Megatron: Freeze right there. You’re all mine, Optimus. Star Saber, attack!

Scavenger: Optimus is trapped. I’m going in. Hey, you all right, Smokescreen?

Smokescreen: I’ve had better days, Scavenger. Optimus needs my shield, stat.

Hot Shot: Heads up, incoming!

Thrust: Hone in on Scavenger, men. We mustn’t let the Skyboom shield get into Optimus’ hand.

Cyclonus: Hahahahahahaha! Hahahaha!

Starscream: Yeah!

Megatron: Without your men to back you up or the shield to protect you, Prime, I will crush you for good!

Optimus: Transform.

Megatron: You’re mine.

Optimus: Transform.

Megatron: Ha, ha! I fail to see the reasoning in your strategy, Optimus. Out here in the open, you’re even further away from your backup. This is where it all comes to an end, Optimus Prime.

Red Alert: Optimus, sir!

Rad: Oh no! Megatron’s got him on the ropes!

Alexis: Look! What is that thing?

Carlos: Aw, man. I can’t bare to watch this anymore!

Red Alert: Wait!

Cyclonus: Transform!

Starscream: Come back here!

Jetfire: Transform!

Starscream: Transform! Identify yourself.

Jetfire: You can call me Jetfire, second-in-command of the Autobots.

Thrust: No one interferes with my plan.

Jetfire: Transform!

Scavenger: Attention!

Demolishor: What’s going on?

Scavenger: Sorry to spoil your day, Megatron, but why don’t you pick up your pieces and go home.

Megatron: Great. This is not over yet, Optimus.

Scavenger: Optimus, sir! Are you all right?

Optimus: I’m fine, Scavenger…

Megatron: Decepticons! Retreat at once!

Thrust: Transform! What?! We’re retreating?! Aaahh!

Jetfire: Transform! Oh, man… And I didn’t even get his name. Hahaha, well I’ll be.

Optimus: You came in the nick of time, Jetfire. Thanks.

Jetfire: Just doing my job, sir.

Hot Shot: Hey, is… that you, Jetfire?

Jetfire: Hey, there you are, Hot Shot. I’m sorry for being late, but better late than never, right?

Smokescreen: Give the kid a break, Jetfire.

Jetfire: What about me?

Optimus: We missed you, Jetfire.

Jetfire: You and me both!

Rad (VO): The Autobots were not a lot stronger with Jetfire onboard. And it was good to see them have a moment to share a laugh. Because in the days to come, the war between the Autobots and the Decepticons would only heat up. And Jetfire would play an important role in the battles ahead.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Chase” – Episode 24
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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

Carlos: Man, what a drag. You know, I don’t know why Red Alert gets to go out on patrol and we have to be couped up here.
Alexis: Would you stop complaining? Our work at the Autobots’ base is just —

Carlos: — I know, I know. It’s just as import-ant as being out there in the battlefield.

Alexis: Don’t you dare mock me, Carlos. This is serious business.

Rad: Aw, would you chill out, Alexis. It’s not like the Decepticons are going to attack the base in the next five minutes.

Alexis: It could happen at any time, Rad. And we’ve gotta stay on high alert.

Carlos: Hey, don’t forget the base hasn’t been attacked since Red Alert put up that protective shield.

Rad: Yeah. There’s no way Megatron and his goons would even think about trying it. Just relax.

Alexis: You want me to relax?! Give your heads a shake, you guys! Listen, we’ve always got to be prepared. The worst thing we could do is put our guard down, because the Decepticons are just waiting for the right time to steal the Autobots’ Mini-Cons.

Rad & Carlos: Yeah… Okay.

Alexis: Oh, you two are hopeless! One day you’ll understand.

Rad: Aw, come on, Alexis. Would you cut us a break?

Carlos: What did we do?

Rad (VO): Deep down we knew she was right, but she didn’t have to rub our noses in it. Megatron could attack at any time. It’s just that, well, we’re not little kids anymore. And sometimes, she treats us that way.

[Transition]

Optimus: I will never let you have our Mini-Cons.

Starscream: All the Mini-Cons belong to the Decepticons!

Hot Shot: Hate to break it to you, Starscream, but in your dreams! So get that through your thick armoured shell.

Alexis: I’ve got bad news. I can’t seem to locate the Autobots anywhere. Laserbeak, do an area grid search, and hurry.

Carlos: Oh no. Sideways disappeared off the radar screen, too.

Rad: This is — getting really freaky.

Alexis: C’mon! We’ve gotta figure this out.

Rad: You think the Decepticons could be jamming our signal, Alexis?

Alexis: Well, they gotta be doing something because my laptop just froze up again.

Rad: So, your computer program transmits your commands by microwaves from our base here, right? But to get to the microwave tower, you’re linked to the Internet. That could mean you picked up some kind of virus… Or worse, somebody could’ve hacked into our system.

Alexis: No! This can’t — happen. Wait a sec. It’s booting up. Oh no, I think you might be right, Rad. It looks like someone has hacked into our system and is still online. I’m just gonna check something. I’m loading an anti-virus program. Okay, it’s scanning. I’ll put it up on the big monitor. Check this out.

Rad: I was right. It is a virus! And it’s spreading.

Carlos: Like wildfire!

Alexis: Huh! It’s eating our program. Who is doing this?

Carlos: My money is on the Decepticons.

Rad: I’ll bet Megatron already downloaded all our information and now he’s destroying the program!

Alexis: They’re not only destroying the program, they’ve penetrated right into my hard drive! And they’re wiping that clean too. If we don’t stop it soon, we’ll be powerless to stop the Autobots.

Carlos: Aw man. Something tells me I shoulda stayed in bed.

Rad: Oh no! We’ve been — totally terminated from the ‘net! Do something, Alexis.

Alexis: I can’t. It’s not logging on. It’s not even letting me reboot. C’mon, c’mon. My startup is totally fried! I’ve gotta disconnect, and quick. You’re right. The virus won’t spread if we turn off the main computer.

Carlos: A-hey, guys. Don’t look now, but the big screen… Is coming to life! Aw man, this has gone way beyond freaky. Aaah!

Rad: Oh no. We can’t shut the power down!

Carlos: Well I just hope this sparkily stuff isn’t radioactive.

Alexis: What just happened? Aaah!

Rad: Are you all right, Alexis? Alexis, are you all right?

Carlos: Aaaaahhh! Holy guacamole! It’s Sideways!

Alexis: But that’s impossible!

Rad: I don’t really care who it is, you guys. We’ve just gotta stop him.

Alexis: Any suggestions on how?

Carlos & Alexis: Mmmhmm!

Carlos: Take that! And that! And that!

Rad: Keep going! We’ve gotta shut it down!

Sideways: Aaghh… Ugghh…

Carlos: It doesn’t seem to be working!

Sideways: Stop… Don’t do this. Stop!

Carlos: Wow…

Optimus: Huh?

Megatron: Take this, Prime.

Hot Shot: No! Something’s happened to the kids!

Billy: Hey Carlos! Hey Rad!

Fred: Alexis!

Billy: Aw, whoa, this is totally freaky.

Fred: Whoa. What happened here?

Billy: Rad, Carlos, what’s the deal? Snap out of it.

Fred: Alexis! Look, it’s me, Fred. C’mon, speak to me!

Billy: High Wire, Sureshock, Grindor! What the heck’s going on here?

Fred: They’ve been turned into zombies!

Billy: Yeah, it was probably Megatron who did it ’em, too!

Fred: I guess this means I’m going to miss lunch! My blood sugar’s getting dangerously low, Billy!

Bily: Huh? Oh no…

[Commercial]

Alexis: Wuh — where are we?

Rad: It looks like some kind of weird fourth dimension.

Carlos: Aw man, this is one demented dream. I can hardly wait to wake up. Hey, what are you doing in my dream, Rad?

Rad: It’s my dream.

Carlos: Okay, it’s your dream, then. Just wake me up, would ya?

Alexis: Hey, would you two please just knock it off, all right? Grindor, do you have any idea where we are? I didn’t think so.

Carlos: Woohoohoo! Hey, check me out guys! Oh-ho, yeah!

Rad: Whoo! Hahaha!

Alexis: Oh yay. I’m surrounded by morons.

Sideways: Welcome to Cyberspace, kids. I hope you like it, because… you’ll be trapped here for an eternity.

Rad & Alexis: We’re — trapped in Cyberspace?

Carlos: We’re trapped here for eternity?

Alexis: Are you saying we were somehow digitized and sucked into the Internet?

Sideways: Internet? Speak English, wouldya?

Alexis: Don’t play dumb. You hacked into our computer, didn’t you, Sideways?

Sideways: Okay, sure. I hacked into your system to gain access to the Autobots’ database. But you brats kinda got in the way. So I had to get you out of the picture for good.

Rad: You’re gonna leave out here! Aren’t you?

Carlos: Hey creep! Get us out of here right now or Optimus is gonna smoke you!

Alexis: And you know the Autobots will find us.

Sideways: You really got me shakin’ in my boots. Face it, humans, the Autobots were only humouring you by pretending to let you help them. Now let’s get down to business and hand over what I really came for, the Mini-Cons. Don’t try to be heroes, either. If you get in my way, you’ll pay… with your lives. Gotta run, kids. But before I go, which Mini-Con shall I take first? Hahaha. Hahahaha.

Rad: ‘Kay guys, let’s get outta here.

Sideways: Hahahaha! Look at ’em run. How futile. Hahaha, hahahaha! Hahahaha!

Carlos: Aw, man. Freaky! Hey, now we’re in outerspace, dudes.

Alexis: And we’ve lost Sideways. I hope.

Rad: Hey look, the Mini-Cons!

Alexis: The Milky Way…

Rad: Yeah. Everything here looks so unreal. And somehow I get the feeling that’s because it is.

Alexis: Wow! You can see all the constellations and half the planets from here.

Carlos: It’s all plain creepy to me. And I keep thinking about what Sideways said to us about being trapped in here forever.

Rad: Knock it off, Carlos. We’ve got keep focus on protecting the Mini-Cons, and then worry about finding a way outta here. So stop whining and let’s get to work.

Alexis: He’s right. Get with the program.

Carlos: Yeah… okay.

Rad: Hey… Look over there. Is that… Cybertron?

Alexis: That’s your home planet, isn’t it, guys? Not to mention Optimus and Megatron’s. It’s beautiful.

Rad: Well, I guess we’re all headed to Cybertron, then!

Alexis: But the question is why.

Carlos: Hey guys, w-what was that?

Alexis: No clue… But it sure freaked me out.

Rad: Hey. Did anyone see that?

Alexis: Oh no! We’re gonna crash land!

Kids: Aaaahhh!

Carlos: Is it just me, or did we just pass right through Cybertron?

Rad: Hey, it must’ve been a hologram. Yeah, that’s it.

Sideways: Heh. Good guess, kid. Infact, this whole place is just one big illusion. Pretty realistic, huh?

Rad: Oh no! It’s Sideways!

Alexis: I thought we’d lost you.

Sideways: Hand over those last two Mini-Cons.

Alexis: Wait a sec. Something’s wrong with this picture. This cyber-world is only in our minds. But if you’re creating the illusion, how come you’re not in control of it? Hey, maybe it’s because you aren’t the one who created this world after all. I’ve figured it out, didn’t I?

Sideways: Enough! Silence!

Red Alert: Optimus, sir. My scan results indicate this was the work of Sideways.

Hot Shot: What about the kids?

Billy: There’s no time to waste. We just have to find them and quick!

Optimus: Don’t worry.

Hot Shot: Yeah. But how, Optimus, sir?

Fred: Hey, isn’t it possible we could get some clues from Alexis’ harddrive?

Red Alert: Yes. The data stored inside there should give us the necessary information. Good thinking, Fred.

Sideways: Surrender the Mini-Cons!

Rad: Go ahead. Do your worst, Sideways! But we’ll never hand them over!

Sideways: What, how dare you!

Carlos: Yeah! We’re not scared of you, you creep!

Rad: None of this is real. This is all just a dumb trick. Everything is an illusion. The stars, the planets, even Cybertron is fake. And that includes you, Sideways. See, you can’t hurt us. Because we’re part of your illusion. So if you want, go ahead and fire.

Alexis: Hey Grindor! Come over here. There’s no way he can stop you from coming here, either.

Sideways: No… No, she’s wrong! Heh. You’ve wasted your time.

Rad: Grindor! You’ve gotta concentrate on him being an illusion.

Kids: Way to go, Grindor!

Sideways: Why you little…!

Rad: Haha. Hey, it worked, you guys.

Alexis: I hate you say I told ya so, but I told ya so.

Sideways: Curse you. Please, kids… Listen, I’m sorry.

Rad: Hey, what’s going on? Why’s he babbling?

Carlos: It kinda sounds like he’s apologizing… To, uh, Megatron.

Alexis: No, Carlos. I don’t think he’s talking about Megatron at all. He’s talking about someone who’s even more evil and even more powerful.

Carlos: Maybe he’s talking about the one who created this whole cyber-freak show.

Rad: Guys. I say we get out of here, and quick.

Carlos: But where are we supposed to go, Rad?

Alexis: Rad, Carlos… I think I found a way outta here. C’mon, hurry!

Rad: Huh! Aaahh! Aaaahhh!

Kids: Aaaahhh!

Billy: Rad… Rad, wake up. Are you okay, buddy?

Rad: Where… am I?

Fred: You’re back home, pal! At the Autobots’ base!

Rad: Then… we made it out okay? Carlos! Alexis!

Alexis: Over here!

Carlos: We’re back, safe and sound!

Optimus: All’s well that ends well.

Rad: Uh, Optimus, I thought you were out on a mission.

Optimus: We were, but we hurried back.

Rad: How come?

Hot Shot: Aaah, gimme a break. We had a message you guys were missing. So we came back on the double.

Rad: Whoa. Hey guys, sorry.

Red Alert: You should be thanking Billy and Fred. It was them who contacted us out in the battlefield.

Fred: And we went online and shut down that nasty virus that sucked you into the computer!

Billy: Yeah, there were a couple times where we nearly nailed you guys!

Alexis: Well, you guys, I’m impressed. Not that I was really worried or anything.

Fred: So guys, let’s celebrate. Maybe we can grab some food or something. I’m starvin’.

Kids: Hahahahahaha!

Carlos: Oh yeah. We saw planet Cybertron.

Optimus: You saw our home planet?

Carlos: Yeah… at least… I think that we did.

Alexis: It was Cybertron, Carlos. I’m sure of it. Unless it was all just a dream. Hmmm…

Rad: There was — this incredible evil force.

Optimus: What evil force?

Rad: At least, I think there was.

Alexis: Hey, you guys, what happened to Laserbeak. Did he come back with you?
Red Alert: Unfortunately, Alexis, Laserbeak didn’t survive our mission. He’s —

Carlos: Looks like everyone made it back safe and sound.

Red Alert: You’ve got that right, Carlos.

[Laughter]

Carlos: Hey, somebody give me ‘five.’

Rad (VO): You know, even now I sometimes can’t believe this all wasn’t just a dream. Did we really see Cybertron? And is there a more powerful evil force than Megatron out there? I guess… even time will tell.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Rebellion” – Episode 23
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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

Sideways: Recording log. Astrodate Nimbus-3391. ID code 002348. This is Sideways. In the fierce battle over the Mini-Cons, it appears the Autobots are gaining the upperhand. And the reason is clear why the Decepticons are losing the battle. It seems Megatron is completely inadequate as a leader. Despite the Autobots possessing better equipment, like the Skyboom shield, the Star Saber and even the Astro Blaster, it doesn’t appear the Decepticons have the organization to win, not to mention keep these valuable weapons in their possession. But that’s all going to change…

[Transition]

Megatron: What’s going on here, Sideways? Or is this one of your pathetic jokes, soldier?

Sideways: Sorry to call ya, but my leg’s pretty messed up.

Megatron: Ha. You are such a miserable coward.

Cyclonus: Awww, we had to come all this way because Sideways has a boo-boo? Ahahaha. You poor Decepticon. What is this, your third loss in a row?

Demolishor: Cy… Cyclonus. Are you all right?

Megatron: Oh, now what?

Demolishor: Uh, well, sir… It appears he’s… it appears he’s fallen asleep.

Megatron: Ergh! I’m completely surrounded by incompetent morons!

Starscream: Boy. What a way to boost our morale.

Megatron: Excuse me, Starscream? Fall out!

Starscream: Uh. Yessir. But… Where are we going, Megatron?

Megatron: What is your problem, soldier?

Starscream: What do you mean, sir?

Megatron: I’m talking about our last battle. Do you remember what you did back there, Starscream?

Starscream: Uh, sure. I decided to hold back Red Alert and Scavenger to keep the pressure off you, sir. Why? Is there… is there something wrong?

Megatron: You’re terminated.

Sideways: Give me a break. Don’t tell me he’s going to exterminate his own soldier. I mean, Megatron can’t blame him for his own failure.

Starscream: I was just — following your orders, sir. Th-that’s all.

Megatron: And you even failed miserably at that, didn’t you? Just looking at your ignorance repulses me to the core.

Demolishor: Oh, just great. Now he’s locked us in here. Megatron! Come on! Open up, will ya?!

Sideways: Why don’t you blast your way through, Demolishor?

Demolishor: You serious?

Sideways: If you don’t hurry, Starscream’ll be history.

Megatron: Oh, now what’s the matter. Are you too pathetic to even fight back? You’re a disgrace to the Decepticon race, and you deserve to be destroyed.

Demolishor: Megatron, I can’t let you do this. Oh, no! Starscream!

Sideways: Whoa…

Megatron: It is done. A punishment worthy of the crime.

Demolishor: Starscream… Are you all right, Starscream? Oooh… Where are you going?

Starscream: I’ve got business to take care of.

Demolishor: Hey Starscream, wait up.

Starscream: I have to do this on my own, Demolishor.

Demolishor: Huh?

Sideways: Talk about your team player, huh? Not that we were ever a team to start with. What I don’t get, is why you’re still loyal to someone as derranged as Megatron.

Demolishor: What — do you mean? Yeah… Good point, Sideways.

Sideways: If Megatron keeps maiming his own men, I gotta feeling this war will be over before ya know it.

Demolishor: Hey, Cyclonus. Wake up, already. This — is getting ridiculous.

Starscream: No one humilates me like that! No one!

Sideways: You wouldn’t care to make a bet on that, would ya?

Starscream: What?

Sideways: Hey, don’t get wrong. I know how you feel.

Starscream: How would you know?

Sideways: Open your eyes, Starscream. You think a rational leader would send his troops into battle, and then when he loses, he takes out his frustrations on his own men? Yeah, right. If you ask me, I think he’s gone over the deep end.

Starscream: That’s what I think, too.

Sideways: Maybe I’m just talking out loud here, but I get the feeling there’s someone more capable of leading the Decepticons to victory. Yeah, I think ya know what you mean. I think you do. And, I think you know who I’m talking about, aswell. Even though you don’t want to admit it.

Starscream: I’m not sure I follow you.

Sideways: I’ve probably said too much, already. Starscream, Megatron is afraid of you.

Starscream: You serious?

Sideways: Hahaha. Now it’s your turn, Megatron.

Megatron: Don’t you dare take me for a fool, Sideways.

Sideways: I would never do that, sir.

Megatron: And if you do, you shall share the same fate as that insubordinate worm, Starscream. How dare he even think of challenging my authority.

Sideways: But Megatron… And I hope I’m not overstepping my rank here. Why did you only humiliate him and not eliminate him? He could still pose a problem.

Megatron: Yes. But I’m not worried about Starscream retaliating.

Sideways (VO): I’m not getting through to this titanium-plated bozo. (Out loud) Well that may be, but when I spoke to Starscream, he was preparing to mount a coup against you, and I just think it’s my duty to tell you, sir.

Megatron: You must be joking. Well, I am not. Starscream has forced me to make an example of him.

Sideways: I agree, sir. As long as you possess the Star Saber, he would be a fool to attempt anything against you. I mean, even I don’t think Starscream is stupid enough to believe he can defeat you. Heh… Yeah. Whoever possesses the Star Saber controls the other’s fate. No doubt about it.

Megatron: Silence! I certainly hope that you’re not implying that I, Megatron am nothing without the Star Saber. Why I could defeat that simple-minded flying grunt in my sleep.

Sideways: I’m sorry, sir, if you misunderstood me. There’s no doubt that Starscream is inferior to you, Megatron. I never thought otherwise. Never in a million light years.

Megatron: And I can crush you too if you don’t watch it.

Sideways: I mean no disrespect, sir. (VO) …Not.

Demolishor: Where in the world were you, Starscream? Answer me.

Starscream: I went off on my own to do a little thinking, Demolishor. I’m tired of this war and I’m trying to make sense of it.

Demolishor: You’re the one who is not making any sense.

Starscream: There’s gotta be a reason we fight, because there’s no point continuing unless there is. This war is over ten million years old. Infact, I’ve been a warrior ever since my spark left the Iacon chamber and I was merged into the army of Megatron. The only difference between me and an Autobot is the way we do battle and the code of the Decepticons. I guess I’m starting to get a little — confused. But you shouldn’t be. We are soldiers sworn to obey Megatron, capture the Mini-Cons and return to Cybertron triumphant.

Demolishor: I should just blindly follow? I don’t think so.

Starscream: Demolishor, we’re soldiers. We’ve got a job to do. So forget your beef with Megatron and let’s get on with it.

Demolishor: What is going on with everyone here? Every since we lost that battle, everyone has gone looby! Well, at least some things never change around here. But, Cyclonus is looking to be the only sane one.

[Commercial]

Demolishor: There’s no question Megatron is frustrated because of our loss. But when he attacked you, Starscream, he crossed the line.

Starscream: I have absolutely no intention of disobeying Megatron.

Demolishor: Yeah. Sure. I got it. I never once questioned your loyalty.

Sideways: Ahhh, there you are, Starscream. I have orders from Megatron. He said he wants you to keep guard over the warp gate so the Mini-Cons don’t desert.

Starscream: Are you serious?

Sideways: I’ve never been more. He specifically chose you because you’re the one soldier he could depend on.

Starscream: Yeah, right.

Sideways: Hey, I’m just doing what I’m told and passing on Megatron’s orders, okay?

Starscream: Yeah, yeah. Whatever.

Demolishor: Take it easy, will ya?

Starscream (VO): That doesn’t make any sense! (Out loud) Megatron wants me to guard the warp gate so the Mini-Cons don’t desert us?! I’m gonna smash the warp gate!

Demolishor: No! Starscream! No, don’t do it!

Starscream: I’ve had enough of being treated like an idiot. Where is Megatron?! I’m gonna settle this once and for all!

Demolishor: Starscream, you can’t do this.

Sideways (VO): Heh, heh, heh, heh, heh…

Starscream: Where are you, Megatron?

Sideways: He’s not here, Starscream. But he’s waiting. So don’t get too excited, or you’ll miss your one chance to… get even.

Starscream: He’s mine.

Demolishor: Starscream, don’t be a fool!

Sideways: Well, this was all bound to happen. Hahaha. Should be a good fight.

Demolishor: Get your lazy good-for-nothing butt up, Cyclonus. C’mon! Starscream is about to challenge Megatron to a fight.

Cyclonus: Oh, that sounds exciting! We don’t wanna miss this one.

Demolishor: You idiot, we have to stop him now! Or else we can just forget about morale around here.

Cyclonus: You’re kidding. Morale? We’ve never had morale around here!

Demolishor: Hey! Hey, wait.

Megatron: I’m surprised you had the courage to face me, Starscream.

Starscream: Why you!

Megatron: Ha. Let’s make this interesting. I’ll give you the Star Saber. That’s, if you can defeat me.

Sideways (VO): Heh, heh… Good luck, Starscream.

Starscream: Prepare to — die!

Cyclonus: We’re late! They’ve already started. Sorry, Demolishor, but I’ve gotta get a good seat. Transform!

Demolishor: What did you do that for, Cyclonus?

Cyclonus: Stop your bellyachin’. Starscream’s getting totally smoked.

Sideways: I told him he wasn’t ready yet. But you think he’d listen to me? Heh, I don’t think so.

Megatron: At least fight like a Cybertronian. Because what you’re doing is pathetic. This time, it’s a fight to the finish. And I won’t accept any of your lame excuses. Do you understand me, you worthless grunt? I hope you realize what is at stake here. The Star Saber and supreme command of the Decepticons go to the winner. Why you could rule the universe if you’re victorious. There is no greater prize and this is your one chance to attain it. So don’t blow it, dolt. But just remember this, Starscream. I won’t show you mercy. You will be an example to my men — to prevent any further insubordination!

Cyclonus: He nailed him! Go for it, Starscream!

Demolishor: I don’t get it. Why doesn’t Megatron use his Star Saber?

Cyclonus: Yeah, that is weird.

Megatron (flashback): Starscream has forced me to make an example of him.

Sideways (VO): Oh, no. It can’t be. Megatron had no intention of using the Star Saber against Starscream. Oooh, this is gonna ruin everything… Oh, that should do it.

Starscream: You win, Megatron. Now just get it over with.

Megatron: You’re giving up? I expected more of you. At least beg me to spare your worthless life. Or is your foolish pride getting in the way of even that, Starscream. Well, is it? Your problem is you have a conscience. You don’t have the stomach to finish the fight because you play by the rules. Well, then you’ll never come out on top, Starscream. I understand your weaknesses and that’s why I’m the victor and you lay there like a whimpering dog. I’m always open to a challenge, soldier. And one day, you might defeat me.

Sideways (VO): You had the upperhand, Megatron. And then you walked away before it was over. A true leader would never leave a fight half-fought. I see your weakness, and one day, it’ll come back to haunt you. And it will be your ruin. (Out loud; narration) Even though my plan failed to bring down Megatron, it has seemed to rally the troops seems strangely high.

Cyclonus: Yahoo!

Optimus: Ready anytime you are, Megatron!

Demolishor: You need help, sir?

Megatron: Quickly! Go look after the Mini-Cons.

Demolishor: Yessir!

Blurr: You’re going down, Megatron!

Sideways: Feels good to fight as one unit again. But it’s still the Decepticons against the Autobots, with no clear winner in sight.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Vow” – Episode 22
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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

[Recap]

Megatron: What, the Skyboom shield! I’ll cut it into pieces! Give it to me, Optimus!

Optimus: Never!

[End Recap]

Rad (VO): Okay, sure. The Star Saber and the Skyboom shield can cause some serious damage in the wrong hands. But the big mystery was, where did these weapons come from, and why were the Autobots being so secretive about it? (Out loud) How come?

Alexis: Yeah, how come we can’t come to the base?

Carlos: Ya gotta give us a reason, Hot Shot.

Hot Shot: Sorry, that’s the way it’s gotta be.
Billy: You can’t stop me–

Blurr: It’s a direct order from Optimus. I cannot let you pass.

Carlos: No way! Optimus would never give an order like that.

Optimus: Blurr is right. Now please do as you’re told, Carlos. This could get dangerous.

[Transition]

Megatron: Attention! All Mini-Cons will now fight by my side.

Demolishor: You will obey only Megatron or you will suffer the consequences. You understand?

Megatron: Hurry up. You’re too slow. Get in formation. All right, time to program the battle sequence. I’ll switch into Full Blast mode while you Mini-Cons distract the enemy’s attention. Then I’ll strike with the Star Saber. Ready? Commence combat simulation on my mark! Full Blast mode! Attack! Mini-Cons, attack!

Sideways: That’s just to remind you there’ll be other Autobots in the area, sir.

Megatron: Eerghh… Just stay out of this! Mini-Cons! Your duty is to disrupt the enemy’s communications. Do you understand me?
Optimus: Hot Shot and Blurr will lead this defensive formation. Smokescreen will remain in the rear. And before we engage the Decepticons in combat, he will pass the Skyboom shield —

Hot Shot: — Why Smokescreen?

Optimus: Because Smokescreen will have the best view of the action. And his Longarm launcher makes him best suited to carry the Skyboom shield.

Blurr: Good plan.

Optimus: And if necessary, the shield can be passed to Scavenger or Red Alert.

Hot Shot: That’s great! Then any one of us can use the Skyboom shield at any time!

Red Alert: But remember, without Smokescreen this formation won’t work at all, Hot Shot.

Smokescreen: Hey pal, I know. Chill out. Don’t worry about me. I got it, I mean I’ll be there. Don’t worry.

Hot Shot: Hey, we’re countin’ on ya. We don’t want the Decepticons to get the upperhand, Smokescreen.

Scavenger: This could get very complicated.

Optimus: We don’t understand the full power of the Skyboom shield yet, and I wanna make sure you know of the dangers when it’s used against the Star Saber. We can’t afford mistakes.

Autobots: Right!

Hot Shot: What is it, Sureshock? We’re trying to have a meeting here.

Optimus: Uhh, translation, please?

Hot Shot: I — think he wants to know why they’re not coming with us, sir.

Optimus: I’m afraid this mission is too risky.

Carlos: So we’re not allowed to go near the Autobots till they figure out what’s up with that sword and shield?

Billy: Optimus is just uptight. Ah man, it’s not fair.

Fred: What a rip-off.

Rad: He knows what’s best. I mean, we all know how powerful the Star Saber and the Skyboom shield are.

Alexis: I think another battle at the aftergate would be a pretty scary thing to watch, anyway.

Carlos: I guess. But we should do something. I really don’t like sitting on the sidelines like this. After all, I am a man of action, you know.

Fred: Let’s have something to eat. That’ll take our mind of our troubles.

Billy: The fate of the world is at stake and all you can think about is food?

Rad: Hi guys!

Kids: (Various greetings)

Carlos: Sneaky. You followed us all the way from the base.

Billy: Maybe they got kicked out too.

Alexis: I’m sure they just got lonely back there, that’s all.

Fred: Ha, ha! I say this calls for a sandwich!

Alexis: No… Something’s not right. Sureshock says that he’s intercepted a strange signal.

Rad: –Wha? He says it’s a message from the Decepticons’ Mini-Cons on the moon.

Carlos: No way. Why would the Mini-Cons on the moon be sending a message to these guys down here?

Fred: Hey, maybe… They just wanna talk!

Carlos: Yeah, I’m sure that’s it! They’re lonely, right…

Rad: No, wait. Fred’s right.

Fred: I — yeah, sure — yeah, maybe the Mini-Cons on the moon want to join up with their friends down here on the earth.

Rad: So you think those Mini-Cons are worried about these guys?

Alexis: Yeah, they want peace.

Fred: Do you think so?!

Rad: Yeah… It all makes sense now. Don’t you remember the Mini-Cons that form the Skyboom shield; they tried to protect Sparkplug when Optimus and Megatron were battling last time. So up on the moon, the Mini-Cons might be under Megatron’s control, but I bet they want no part of the war the Decepticons are trying to start.

Megatron: Good. So I assume you made contact with the Mini-Cons on Earth. So if all goes according to plan, we’ll at least get some use out of them.

Carlos: Hey, are you sure the warp gate is up here?

Rad: Positive, Carlos.

Billy: Warp gate, then what?

Rad: Wait, we should tell Optimus.

Carlos: Go get ‘im, Rad. We’ll wait for you.

Rad: Let’s go, Fred. Come on.

Fred: Okay, but can we stop for lunch? I’m starving!

Megatron: I’ll act as a decoy and draw the Autobots to the warp gates and split them up. Once they’re seperated, I’ll contact you. Until then, you will remain on standby.

Demolishor: Yes. Of course, Megatron.

Cyclonus: Hahahaha. So for once Megatron is gonna do some work. Hahahaha.

Demolishor: And just think, we’ll get the Skyboom shield aswell.

Starscream: Sure. If his plan works.

Sideways (VO): Heh, heh, heh.

Fred: Yoohoo! C’mon! Is anybody home? Hey, open up! Says-me! It’s not working.

Rad: Hold on. Optimus, it’s Rad. Sorry to bother you, but the Decepticons’ Mini-Cons are on their way to Earth.

Optimus: Are you saying that you intercepted the enemy’s signal?

Rad: Enemy? Huh?

Fred: No, we’re talking about the Mini-Cons.

Optimus: That explains why Sparkplug was acting up. We’ll have to get to that warp gate on the double.

Fred: I don’t think you understand what we’re saying.

Hot Shot: We’re gonna take care of this. You two stay here where it’s safe.

Rad: But what about Alexis and the others?

Carlos: Uh, are you sure we went the right way?

Alexis: Sureshock says this is the place. Huh! Look!

Billy: Then where’s the warp gate?

Alexis: Whoa. What?!

Carlos: Hey guys, what was that?

Optimus: Don’t move! All of you, come back the way you came, now!

Megatron: Come. This way.

Optimus: Get back to the base immediately!

Fred: Hey, what’s the big deal? He’s gone. Ah, there’s nothing to be afraid of. Look, I’ll even prove i–it.

Rad: Fred!

Optimus: Rad!

Hot Shot: No, wait! Optimus!

Alexis: Hey, wait! Don’t leave us here alone!

Demolishor: Hey, you. What warp gate did Megatron go through, again?

Cyclonus: Uhh, I don’t know. There’s too much noise on the signal right now.

Demolishor: What noise?

Cyclonus: Hehehehehe! It looks like one of the Mini-Cons is messing with us.

Demolishor: How can you laugh? This is not a joke. We’ve all got to adjust our equipment, right now. Why are you all just standing there? Get going! We’ve got to make sure Megatron gets back to the base! Go on! Get to work!

Starscream: Sure. Whatever.

Sideways: Yeah. We’ll give it our best shot.

Demolishor: Well then start moving on the double!

Alexis: Ah, darn. I can’t make contact with Laserbeak at all.

Red Alert: Optimus, no.

[Commercial]

Optimus: Where are we?

Hot Shot: I… don’t know.

Rad: Hey, Fred, are you all right?

Fred: Yeah. Hold me!

Rad: They’re shooting at us!

Fred: I know that. Promise you won’t leave me!

Optimus: Megatron! What’s he up to?

Fred: I want my mommy!

Hot Shot: Let’s move out!

Blurr: They left without us.

Smokescreen: I know. That’s not the plan. How am I supposed to pass the Skyboom shield to them?

Hot Shot: Optimus! Huh? Huh?! Can you hear me, Optimus?!

Optimus: Didn’t I tell you it wasn’t safe for you two to come with me!

Fred: Then let’s go home!

Optimus: It’s too late now.

Rad: We’re sorry, Optimus. We just thought we could convince some of the Mini-Cons on the Decepticon side to help end all this fighting.

Optimus: I understand.

Fred: I just know we can get some of those Mini-Cons to join us good guys.

Optimus: It may be difficult to get them on our side. Megatron has a strong grip on them.

Fred: But why’s that?

Optimus: Believe it or not, they look up to Megatron. It may sound strange, but they think of him as kind of a father figure.

Fred: No way! I know those Mini-Cons don’t want to fight. I’m sure they want peace just like everybody else. They have to.

Rad: Uhh, Fred?

Optimus: I know you don’t like it, but this is the way it has to be. The Mini-Cons that are on the Decepticon side are with our enemies. If we back down, we’ll lose everything.

Fred: But all you’ve been doing is fighting for years. There has to be a way for you to get along somehow. Not agaaainn!

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha. Follow me, Optimus Prime.

Optimus: As you wish.

Megatron: Now, let’s complete the plan. Don’t even think about deserting me. Ha, ha. You’d better drop those foolish ideas from your databanks, or I’ll use the Star Saber to slice each one of you in half. As long as you remember that, we’ll get along just fine. Hahahaha!

Optimus: Megatron has done it.

Rad: What do you mean?

Optimus: This is all apart of the plan. He’s divided the Autobots and now intends on conquering us.

Rad: No way!

Optimus: Look over there. Megatron already has his Mini-Con troops in place.

Fred: It was a trap!

Optimus: I’m afraid you’re right, Fred.

Fred: He’s got us! We’re doomed for sure, and I still haven’t had my lunch.

Megatron: Attack! Go on. I gave you an order to attack them.

Fred: Optimus! Please don’t fire on those Mini-Cons!
Optimus: They’re trying to —

Fred: They’re not! There’s no way they’d try to do something like that on their own!

Rad: Optimus, please, listen to me! I know it’s hard for you to believe, but those Mini-Cons really don’t want to fight you. They sent us a message. They’re on the level. They want peace. Honest. Ya gotta trust me! Please, Optimus?

Optimus: I want you two to run for it when I give you the signal.

Rad: This has to stop.

Fred: Yeah, wake up!

Optimus: Go! Now!

Rad: C’mon!

Fred: Look! They’re giving up! Ooohh no!

Optimus: Get moving!

Rad: Optimus…

Fred: What’s he doing, they’re gonna blast him to pieces!

Rad: He’s just trying to protect us.

Fred: Why does he have to do it this way?

Rad: Oh no! He won’t stop.

Optimus: I don’t know if Fred and Rad are right, but this is the only way I’m gonna know if I can trust these Mini-Cons.

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha! What do you think you’re doing, Optimus Prime? Are you going to sacrifice yourself on the Star Saber? I never ordered you to stop the attack, did I? Fire until he’s buried in the ground. Hahaha. What a joke. You’re still refusing to shoot back at these pathetic Mini-Cons. You know what your problem is, Optimus, you’re soft! Good riddance!

Fred: Why is he doing this? I can’t watch this anymore…

Rad: I know Optimus believes what we said about these Mini-Cons. Come on. Hang in there, Fred.

Fred: We were wrong. And Optimus can’t take much more of that missile fire. They won’t let up on him.

Rad: It’s not over yet.

Megatron: What is it? Oooh, you want me to finish him off. You’ve learned a lot from me. Well I suspect this’ll be the perfect ending to a perfect day.

Rad: Hey, Optimus!

Alexis: Come in, Rad.

Rad: Alexis?

Alexis: Finally I got through! Something, or someone, has been jamming our communications all day.

Rad: Listen up! Optimus is in big trouble.

Alexis: They so need our help.

Carlos: What is it, Alexis?

Demolishor: I’ve finally locked into Megatron’s signal.

Cyclonus: Goodie. Then it’s time to go bash some Autobots.

Demolishor: No, we’re supposed to wait here until we get the order to move out.

Optimus: Don’t listen to Megatron! You don’t have to fight anymore!

Megatron: Can’t you think of anything better to say for your last words? All right then, I’ll finish you off quickly so I don’t have to listen to anymore of your pathetic speeches. What is this?!

Optimus: That’s it!

Fred: All right! They did it! The Mini-Cons are gonna save Optimus!

Rad: Ah! Didn’t I tell ya, Fred!

Megatron: How dare you!

Rad: Oh no! He’s got the Star Saber! Hey, look, it’s the Autobots!

Hot Shot: Comin’ through! Transform! Smokescreen!

Optimus: Haha!

Smokescreen: Use that Skyboom shield!

Hot Shot: I got you now!

Demolishor: Megatron, sir, are you all right? I’m sorry it took so long to repair our transmission equipment.

Fred: You’re back! All right!

Optimus: Thanks to you.

Rad: You mean you believe what we said the whole time?

Optimus: I wouldn’t be much of a leader if I didn’t listen to the advice of some of my most trusted friends, now, would I?

Fred & Rad: Really?

Carlos: That’s great, but does this mean that we’re a team again, guys?

Optimus: It sure does, now that the mystery is solved.

Alexis: What?

Optimus: When the Skyboom shield and the Star Saber slammed into eachother, an incredible amount of energy was released. I know now that it was the screams of the Mini-Cons who had been forced to fight a battle they didn’t want to fight.

Alexis: Those poor Mini-Cons!

Optimus: The Mini-Cons sacrificed themselves. Now we must liberate them all.

Smokescreen: I agree, and we’ll need everyone in this room’s help to do it. And that includes you kids aswell.

Red Alert: Please understand, we never want to leave you kids out of anything. We just worry about your safety. We’ll need your help if you’re still willing to help us.

Rad: Sure. We’ll do anything to help out a friend. (VO) So it’s the silent strength of the Mini-Cons that give the Star Saber and the Skyboom shield their awesome power. And under the control of someone like Megatron, they have no choice but to do his bidding. Well, that’s gonna change, ’cause my friends and I are going to make sure the Mini-Cons get to live in peace, like they deserve. And with the Autobots on our side, that should be no problem.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Decisive Battle” – Episode 21
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Narrator: A rogue meteor is crashing down toward the lunar surface. If it hits its mark, the Decepticons will be obliterated from the universe forever. Their only hope is to destroy it, before it destroys them.

[Transition]

Megatron: Hahaha.

Demolishor: Check out Megatron, guys.

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha!

Demolishor: Way to smoke that comet, Megatron, sir! If you hadn’t, we all would have been crushed like ants at a picnic. With the Star Saber and the Skyboom shield, we — I mean you — can’t lose, Megatron!

Starscream: Ha. You’re a suck-up.

Megatron: Decepticons, I believe we are ready. The final and decisive battle against the Autobots is finally at hand.

Sideways: But Megatron! Sir, don’t you think you might be getting a little ahead of yourself here? It’s just that the Skyboom shield is new to you. Maybe you should learn how to use it first.

Megatron: Thank you for your input, Sideways, but never question my authority again!

Sideways: …but…

Megatron: Or maybe, Sideways, you have some tricks up your sleeve that you haven’t been sharing with us. Hmm?

Sideways: No — of course not!

Megatron: Good. I didn’t think so. (VO) Your end is very near, Optimus Prime. (Out loud) Hahahaha! Hahahaha!

[Commercial]

Hot Shot: Hey, no way.

Blurr: Guess that means I win.

Carlos: Aw, wicked cool.

Billy: Yeah, impressive. I’ve never seen metal move that fast before.

Fred: You kinda remind me of myself when I was working out more.

Blurr: Somehow I find that a little hard to believe, Fred.

Hot Shot: Aw, man. What a show-off.

Smokescreen: Hey, guys! So what’s going on in here?

Hot Shot: Just, uh, training, Smokescreen. Yeah.

Smokescreen: Training, huh? Excellent, excellent. That’s what I like to hear, gentlemen. Hope you don’t mind if I join you.

Hot Shot: Uh, sure.

Blurr: You couldn’t keep up. You don’t have the same performance chip we have. Besides, we wouldn’t want to embarrass you.

Hot Shot: Hey, Blurr, would ya zip it already?

Smokescreen: Embarrass me? Let’s do it. Piece o’ cake. Almost there. Almost… Hahahahaha! Hahahaha! In your face!

Blurr: Sorry, Hot Shot, but it looks like Smokescreen smoked you but good.

Alexis: Hey, wait to go, Smokescreen.

Rad: Looks like Hot Shot’s got a little catching up to do.

Optimus: Attention! Incoming message from Megatron. Report to the control room, stat!

Alexis: Boy, that’s kinda weird.

Fred: Hey, maybe he wants to surrender.

Carlos: Ah, would you give us a break, Fred?

Rad: Let’s go.

Megatron: Listen closely, Optimus Prime. It is time we ended this long-standing feud between our armies. And the moment has arised for the Decepticons to claim what is rightfully ours. The planet upon which you stand will be at the mercy of one last decisive battle. That is, if you have the courage to face me in battle. Hahahaha!

Carlos: Aw, man. That creep really gives me the — creeps.

Alexis: So what’re we going to do, huh, Optimus?

Optimus: I have no choice but to face him, because it is my sworn duty to protect this planet from his evil.

Rad: This is great. The Decepticons have the Star Saber sword and the Skyboom shield.

Optimus: Rad, no matter what the odds are, we have to stop Megatron at any cost.

Red Alert: Awaiting your orders, sir.

Smokescreen: All right! Let’s get it on!

Hot Shot: Watch it. You’re gonna put an eye out with your blade, you jerk.

Blurr: Hey Hot Shot, who said you’re even coming with us.

Scavenger: Excuse me, Blurr, but um, I told you before. We work together as a team.

Blurr: Whatever.

Optimus: Let’s move out!

Carlos: Kick some Decepti-butt!

Fred: And hurry back for dinner!

Billy: Shut up, Fred.

Rad (VO): It’s like Optimus said. Sometimes you just gotta get up and face the music.

Optimus: Begin launch sequence.

Hot Shot: All systems go, sir!

Optimus: Launch!

Hot Shot: Right behind ya!

Red Alert: We have liftoff.

Smokescreen: Ignition engaged, and we’re outta here!

Scavenger: Launch!

Blurr: Decepticons, here we come!

Demolishor: Megatron, sir, we’ve been out here in the middle of nowhere for almost an hour. Do you think they’ll still show up?

Megatron: Don’t worry, they’ll show up. But I don’t expect they’ll be leaving here in one piece. Hahahaha!

Cyclonus: Hahaha! Here they come!

Red Alert: I’ve locked onto their co-ordinates, sir. They’re dead ahead.

Optimus: Transform!

Megatron: We’ve been expecting you, Optimus.

Hot Shot: Didn’t think we’d show, did you, you overgrown motherboard.

Megatron: Powerlink, Star Saber. Let’s do this. Star Saber, powerlink! I’m about to turn your world into an eternal nightmare, Optimus. Demolishor, no! Just sit back and watch.

Demolishor: You sure, Megatron, sir?

Megatron: I hold the Star Saber sword and the Skyboom shield. Therefore, I hold the power of this universe. The time has fallen for those weaklings to feel my wrath.

Hot Shot: Enough yappin’. Let’s get this started. Powerlink! Whaa?

Blurr: Try this one on for size! Ugh?!

Megatron: Don’t bother, Autobots, with your petty little toys. My Skyboom shield with neutralize any pathetic attack you attempt to unleash upon me. Can’t you see your efforts are getting you nowhere. Your days as my adversaries are over. There is only ruler now, and that is me. Ha, ha, ha. Your time on Earth is over, Optimus!

Scavenger: Optimus!

Cyclonus: Hahahaha! They’re running around like chickens with their heads cut off!

Demolishor: I say we join in on this little party.

Red Alert: Are you all right, Scavenger?

Scavenger: Put it this way, Red Alert. I’ve had better days. But thanks for asking.

Smokescreen: We’ll take care of things, Scavenger.

Megatron: Where are you going? There is no escape! Ready to surrender yet? Hahaha.

Optimus: Not by a long shot!

Carlos: Keep on him, Optimus!

Billy: Ah, it looks like the weapons are like totally useless.

Fred: I’m breaking out in a rash!

Alexis: I say they better do something and quick.

Rad: Yeah, like capture either the Star Saber sword or the Skyboom shield, or else they’re going to be history.

Megatron: Final attack! I’m really starting to enjoy this. So, any last requests before I eliminate you, Optimus Prime?

Carlos: C’mon, do something!

Rad: Come on, guys. Now’s your chance! That’s it. Keep firing.

Red Alert: Optimus, sir!

Smokescreen: There.

Blurr: I’m on it. Transform!

Hot Shot: Hey, I’m coming too. Transform.

Smokescreen: What are they doing?

Cyclonus: Transform!

Starscream: Hey, where are you going?

Cyclonus: For a scenic drive. What do you think, you moron?!

Starscream: He’s such a kidder. Transform!

[Commercial]

Cyclonus: Oh yeah!

Hot Shot: Take cover!

Blurr: You might wanna get your sights checked, loser! Time for a little boost. Powerlink! Just what I need. Ready or not, here I come!

Cyclonus: Hold still, sucker, so I can blow you to smithereens!

Hot Shot: Hey Blurr, you all right?

Blurr: Okay… Get it together, Blurr. Gotta get a clean shot somehow.

Hot Shot: Don’t worry, I’ve got your back, bro.

Cyclonus: Ah, you’re a waste of time! Now this is more like it. Ahahahaha. Sorry, Auto-boob, but you’re about to become air conditioner.

Blurr: Transform! Hey, Hot Shot! This time, I’ll cover you!

Hot Shot: Transform! Wish me luck. I’m going in.

Cyclonus: All the horseshoes in the world couldn’t save ya now. Hahaha. Eat lead!

Blurr: Okay… I’ve almost got you in my crosshairs… Now!

Cyclonus: Nice try, but no cigar!

Hot Shot: Transform!

Blurr: I can’t seem to get a lock on him. And now they’re totally out of range.

Hot Shot: Let me unload a couple rounds on ’em! Take that, Decepti-junk.

Blurr: Transform!

Scavenger: Hmm, it seems like they’ve finally got a little teamwork going on out there, Smokescreen.

Demolishor: What the?

Blurr: Transform.

Cyclonus: How dare they shoot at us.

Starscream: This one’s mine, Cyclonus. Swindle, powerlink. Hope ya got sunscreen, ’cause you’re about to get burned!

Demolishor: Boy oh boy, Starscream’s really laying a pounding on ’em. Don’t be stupid!

Red Alert: That’s really gotta hurt.

Scavenger: Why in the world would Sideways do something dumb like that?

Smokescreen: Hot Shot and Blurr are pinned down.

Starscream: Light beam.

Red Alert: This doesn’t look good, Scavenger. Those bots are all over us.

Scavenger: If you’ve got any suggestions, I’m all ears.

Starscream: Don’t worry, it’s the dry heat.

Smokescreen: I’ve had all I can stand! Okay, Liftor, it’s time to powerlink! I’ve had enough fun and games for one day.

Starscream: What?

Smokescreen: Keep firing. I’ve got a feeling the tide’s about the turn.

Cyclonus: They’re all over me, Starscream!

Starscream: Don’t worry. I’ve got you co– aaaaahh!

Smokescreen: Hot Shot, now!

Hot Shot: This is gonna be a real blast. Come on, Blurr, let’s go get ’em.

Blurr: Why don’t you take the lead, all right? I should’ve stayed in bed…

Demolishor: Okay, Demolishor, time to step up to the plate. All right, time to find out where their weak point is. I’m gonna need help.

Cyclonus: Way to go, Demolishor! We’re back in business! You’re buddy Smokescreen is stuck between a rock, and well, another rock!

Hot Shot: I can’t shake him.

Blurr: No kidding!

Cyclonus: It’s time to say lights out.

Blurr: Who did that?

Hot Shot: I dunno, but let’s get outta here.

Sideways: Heh, he never saw what hit him. I’ll leave the rest up to you.

Megatron: Hahaha. It looks like you boys have been busy out here. Ah, but alas… This will be the end for you.

Hot Shot: Optimus! Hope you hadn’t given up on us.

Blurr: Sorry we’re late, sir.

Megatron: Do not interfere. You annoying little half-wits. Let go of it, Optimus Prime! Nooo! The Skyboom shield! How dare you! Aaaahhh! Who does that Mini-Con think he is?

Sparkplug: Lock onto shield.

Optimus: Sparkplug!

Megatron: Perfect timing. Now I can destroy the both of you, yesss.

Optimus: Watch it, Megatron! Brace yourself!

Megatron: No! How could this happen?!

Optimus: Incredible…

Scavenger: What is that?!

Carlos: What’s that light?

Rad: I don’t know. But, it looks like the light we saw before. Hey guys, remember when we first met High Wire?

Alexis: It’s the same light that brought Optimus Prime and the other Autobots here that day in the desert.

Megatron: What on Earth is happening? You may have the Skyboom shield, but not for very long, my unworthy opponent.

Demolishor: Megatron, sir!

Optimus: I wonder… Maybe that intense power is generated when the Star Saber and the Skyboom shield are used against eachother.

Hot Shot: Optimus! Is everything all right, sir?

Optimus: Yes, I’m fine. But what about Smokescreen and Scavenger?

Scavenger: We’re fine. After all, we were trained by the best.

Smokescreen: And it looks like the good guys won again, huh, Scavenger?

Red Alert: Optimus, sir, nice job in capturing the Skyboom shield. Impressive.

Optimus: I couldn’t have done it without you, men.

Scavenger: And it looks like Smokescreen came through in the crunch. Good job, buddy.

Smokescreen: Huh? Who, me?

Scavenger: Yeah, you, Smokescreen. It was all thanks to that crazy Longarm of yours. You really showed them who was boss back there.

Hot Shot: Hey, uh, buddy. Good job.

Smokescreen: Aw, shucks, I’m blushing.

Blurr: We’re real proud of ya.

Rad: All right! (VO) As the Autobots were celebrating their victory, I wondered about the mysterious light that was generated when the Star Saber sword and the Skyboom shield had been used against eachother. The light shot off into the sky and headed off somewhere into space. Almost as if — it had some kind of purpose.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Reinforcement” – Episode 20
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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

Megatron: Optimus, stop pretending you can defeat my army. I have the Star Saber. I am invincible.

Optimus: You’re fooling yourself, Megatron. Justice will always prevail. And if you were honest with yourself, you’d admit it.

Demolishor: The Mini-Con’s in here somewhere. I can sense it.

Megatron: You’re through, Optimus!

Hot Shot: Let’s get him, Smokescreen.

Smokescreen: Sure!

Megatron: Hahahaha. You two are practically begging for punishment. Now, which of you shall I dismantle first? Shall we vote, and make it democractic?

Carlos: Aw, man. Get a load of this, guys. It looks like we’re gonna lose another Mini-Con to those dweebs.

Rad: Maybe, but I wish you wouldn’t be so negative.

Carlos: Since the D-Cons got the Star Saber back, they’ve been getting all the Mini-Cons.

Rad: Yeah, I know.

Billy: Our chances are slim to none without the Star Saber.

Fred: No kiddin’.

Alexis: Hey, we’re supposed to be the support team cheering on the Autobots, not the other way around. They’re out there fighting, so how about a little encouragement?

Rad: I hate when she’s right, but this is one of those times.

Carlos: There goes Red Alert!

Rad: It’s an ambush.

Alexis: We’re counting on you, big guy.

Rad (VO): The Decepticons had been on a long winning streak against our guys, the Autobots. But now, more than ever, all of us at the base and on the field are determined to save the Mini-Cons.

[Transition]

Demolishor: Oooh. Ah-huh-heh-heh! I found my very own Mini-Con! Megatron will love me for this.

Red Alert: Sorry to break up the party.

Cyclonus: Duuuh?! Well, well, an Autobot! Heh, heh! Gotcha!

Rad: He’s been hit!

Alexis: Red Alert, do you read?

Carlos: Too bad. He almost had ’em all too.

Demolishor: Megatron! I’ve got great news for you! Look, I’ve found a Mini-Con!

Megatron: Haha. Yet another victory for the Decepticons. Pull out, men.

Blurr: Arrogance and pride, a tragic combination. They cause a bot to make mistakes. Like this.

Alexis: What happened to the Mini-Con?

Blurr: Transform!

Hot Shot: Who’s the new guy?

Smokescreen: A Decepticon?

Scavenger: That’s Blurr, and he’s a bit of a hot dog.

Optimus: So that’s who it is.

Rad (VO): The bot was known as Blurr, and he was summoned by Scavenger to help us against our battles with the Decepticons.

Optimus: Thanks for coming, Blurr. You’ve saved a Mini-Con from Decepticon control.

Blurr: Mind telling me what I’m supposed to be doing with this Mini-Con?

Optimus: He says his name is Incinerator. And he’s chosen you as his partner.
Hot Shot: Hi, how’s it going? I’m H–

Scavenger: You’ve raised your skills a notch I see, Blurr.

Blurr: I’m flattered you noticed.

Hot Shot: He’s on our side, isn’t he?

Kids: Nice job! / Way to go!

Carlos: So where is he?

Billy: There he is. Check out that armour.

Fred: Whoa-how! Too radical.

Billy: I saw him first!

Optimus: Kids, meet our new teammate. I’m sure you were watching him over the monitor and saw that last minute save. His name’s Blurr.

Rad: Uhh… Uh, hey, how’s it going? I’m Rad and these are my friends.

Alexis: Hi, I’m Alexis. And I already love that attitude of yours.

Carlos: You were super cool the way you snatched that Mini-Con from those guys.

Billy: Yeah, we were watching the whole thing from here.

Fred: Hey, do you happen to have a website I can check out?

Rad: That was so cool!

Carlos: Yeah, that was awesome.

Optimus: These kids are from here on Earth. They’re our good friends and have been invaluable in our battle against the Decepticons.

Megatron: You idiot! How could you have lost it?

Demolishor: Forgive me. I have no idea how it could have happened.

Megatron: If I find out that Mini-Con was the last of the three Mini-Cons that formed the Skyboom shield, then you will never step foot inside my base again.

Demolishor: Please, Megatron. Don’t banish me. Anything but that. I’ll make it up to you somehow. You know, sir, I’m your most dedicated servant. I’ve never questioned your authority and I’ve never done anything to harm you, ever.

[Transition]

Carlos: Hot Shot, come on. Let’s go hang with Blurr.

Rad: Hey Blurr, we heard Scavenger was your instructor. Was that just a rumour or what?

Carlos: We saw how he instructed. Man, his snores were rocking the house.

Alexis: Tell us about Cybertron. What’s new?

Billy: Will you take me for a spin when you transform into vehicle mode?

Fred: You’re hard as steel! I’ve still got some work to do on this bad boy here, huh.

Billy: Geez, sometimes I’m sure the guy leaves his brains at home.

Carlos: You know, you’re not gonna shape up until you stop scarfing down all that junk.

Billy: Yeah, like that’ll ever happen.

Alexis: He’s an eating machine!

Billy: Well how ’bout sharing?

Fred: No, Billy, I need the sodium! Nooo! Billy!

Hot Shot: Why didn’t somebody tell me there was a party? Was it something I said?

Carlos: Wait, where are ya going, Blurr?

Rad: Come back, we were just getting to know you.

Hot Shot: If you’re trying to give me a complex, you’re gonna have to do better than that.

Carlos: Hey, hang on. I get it. He probably just wanted to see the base. That’s all. We’ll circle around and sneak up on Blurr.

Billy: That’ll surprise him.

Fred: Slow down! Come on, wait for me, guys!

Carlos: Yo Blurr! Betcha didn’t expect to see us. Uhh, maybe this wasn’t such a good idea.

Blurr: You might find such foolishness amusing. But remember, these are serious times. There’s no room for childish pranks in an era of combat. Take my advice, and act your age.

[Transition]

Carlos: Man, what a hard-wire.

Alexis: C’mon, Carlos. Don’t take it personally.

Rad: Yeah. Lighten up.

Carlos: Easy for you. You didn’t see the guy totally balling us out.

Alexis: Couldn’t have been that bad.

Carlos: Wanna bet?

Billy: He was totally freakin’. I know. I was there.

Hot Shot: Blurr. How come you keep blowing everybody off?

Blurr: I don’t know what you’re talking about.

Hot Shot: What are ya, anti-social or something?

Blurr: How ’bout you just back off and let me do my work.

Hot Shot: How ’bout you fight for some other cause, because personally, I want a teammate who I at least like.

Blurr: I’m not here to make friends. All I’m looking for is bots I can trust in battle. That’s enough for me.

Hot Shot: Oh… yeah? Well, man. What’s up with him?

Smokescreen: Blurr’s getting to know all the staff, I see.

Red Alert: Looks like it.

Smokescreen: Hahaha. Made yourself a new friend, Hot Shot?

Hot Shot: Aw, gimme a break.

Smokescreen: What’s up with Blurr?

Red Alert: These things can take time, Smokescreen.

Demolishor: Megatron! We’ve detected another Mini-Con signal.

Megatron: We must recover it before the Autobots do. Demolishor, I will not stand for another error.

Demolishor: No, sir. Of course not. I’ll be extra careful this time.

Megatron: Move out, soldiers!

Decepticons: Yes, sir!

Megatron: …I must be imagining things…

Demolishor: Blackout, the Mini-Con is somewhere nearby. There it is.

Megatron: It must’ve revived and transformed already. Is it the final Mini-Con to the Skyboom shield?

Demolishor: Ugh.

Megatron: After him, you fools! Don’t let him get away!

Starscream: Transform!

Sideways: Transform!

Cyclonus: Transform!

Starscream: Hahahahaha!

Rad: Laserbeak, listen up! Find the Mini-Con! Oh no!

Carlos: Too late, it’s the Decepticons!

Optimus: They’re here too?

[Commercial]

Rad: Optimus, there’s two Mini-Cons headed your way. Check out the visuals from Laserbeak.

Optimus: Roger that, Rad. Transmit them anytime.

Rad: The Decepticons must’ve done this.

Cyclonus: Heheheheh!

Optimus: Listen up. We have to do everything we can to save those Mini-Cons.

Autobots: Roger that! / Yessir!

Sideways: Almost got him.

Optimus: Blurr, Hot Shot, concentrate on rescuing the Mini-Cons. The rest of you, back them up.

Scavenger, Red Alert & Smokescreen: Yessir.

Hot Shot (VO): Aw, just my luck.

Blurr (VO): Heh, heh, heh…

Cyclonus: Pry, Autobots! Pry! Haha, hahaha!

Hot Shot: No way. Stay with me. Transform!

Blurr: Take care of this one.

Red Alert: Done.

Blurr: Ground mode. Transform.

Red Alert: What’s going on? What’s he saying?

Starscream: Swindle! Powerlink.

Optimus: Oh no!

Megatron: Hahahahaha. Once again, we will take the Mini-Con from your grasp.

Optimus: We’ll just see about that!

Megatron: Haha. Impertinent fool. Do you honestly think you can withstand me, the wielder of the Star Saber?!

Optimus: Smokescreen, help Hot Shot and Blurr.

Smokescreen: I’m on my way.

Cyclonus: Haha. Just try and escape.

Hot Shot: Out of my way! Let me handle this. Hello! A little response once in a while would be nice. Hey! What’re you doing?

Rad: They’re supposed to be after the Mini-Cons, not eachother.

Billy: Must be some kind of bot testosterone thing.

Carlos: They’re definitely trying to outdo eachother.

Alexis: This is stupid. They’re supposed to be working as a team.

Billy: Yeah, but this is kinda cool too.

Cyclonus: Hahaha!

Smokescreen: Got him. Let’s blow that puppy out of the sky. Liftor, powerlink! Now’s the time to show me what you can do, Longarm! That’s one for one, partner.

Cyclonus: Lucky shot!

Smokescreen: You keep telling yourself that. Now get ready to get blasted back to Cybertron!

Cyclonus: Hahahaha! No chance!

Hot Shot: Jolt, powerlink!

Blurr: Incinerator, powerlink!

Hot Shot: I’ve got the situation under control. How’d he do that? Are you nuts? What’re you doing?

Cyclonus: Duh-whoa! I’m getting out of here while I can.

Blurr: Transform.

Hot Shot: You idiot! You almost trashed that Mini-Con.

Blurr: I hardly think so.

Hot Shot: You hardly think.

Blurr: This isn’t time for bickering. Our top priority right now is capturing that Mini-Con.

Hot Shot: Capturing’s a little harsh, don’t you think? C’mere, little guy. I won’t hurt ‘cha. What are you trying to do?

Blurr: I’m trying to seize the Mini-Con, you fool.

Hot Shot: It’s a rescue operation. Don’t shoot at him. He’s psycho! Gotcha.

Blurr: I… don’t understand. Why did you risk your life to save him?

Cyclonus: Don’t mind if I do! Ha, ha, ha! Another one for us! Losers! Ha, ha!

Hot Shot: I lost him.

Cyclonus: Megatron, I’ve got a little something for you.

Megatron: Excellent. Well done, Cyclonus. Now the Skyboom shield will be all mine.

Optimus: What?

Scavenger: I hope I just heard him wrong.

[Commercial]

Carlos: Hey, what did you think you were doing? Fighting someone on your own side.

Hot Shot: Sorry. I guess we lost our heads back there.

Rad: I’m not saying you should feel the same way about Blurr as you do with Red Alert or Optimus, but at least you’ve gotta work with him.

Alexis: How are you supposed to get anywhere if you don’t even trust one of your partners?

Hot Shot: Yeah… Got a minute? Hey Incinerator. Didn’t see ya there.

Blurr: Is there… something on your mind, Hot Shot?

Hot Shot: Sorry. I messed up bad today. It’s my fault we lost the Mini-Con. It’s just that… I didn’t want you to have all of the glory. I guess my pride got in the way, and that’s the reason I couldn’t work with you. I’m not big on making the same mistake twice. And next time, will be different. That’s it. That’s all I wanted to tell ya.

Blurr: To be honest, I really appreciate it.

Hot Shot: Well, see ya.

Blurr: I learned an important lesson today.

Hot Shot: Huh? What do you mean?

Blurr: I mean, about the Mini-Cons. I’d always thought of them as mere tools; as objects in our struggle for power. But I was mistaken. I watched you risk your own safety to save their lives. You reminded me that… Mini-Cons are our allies. Incinerator, when I saw you in action today, I realized that I’m lucky to have you as my partner.

Hot Shot (VO): Now that’s more like it.

Blurr: And then there were the humans. Apparently, I know a lot about combat and nothing about what it means to work with others.

Hot Shot: Well, I wouldn’t exactly say nothing.

Megatron: Huh? Behold, the Skyboom shield! With this, we will truly be invinicible. I can hardly wait to see Optimus’ face. Hahaha. Hahahahahaha!

Hot Shot: If there’s anything I can ever help you out with, just let me know, ‘kay?

Blurr: Thanks.

Hot Shot: Don’t worry, the kids and I will have you up to speed in no time. (VO) This guy isn’t so bad after all.

Blurr (VO): Heh, heh, heh…

Scavenger: I don’t know how strong the Skyboom might be, Optimus. But it couldn’t possibly put out more than those two.

Optimus: I’m sure you’re right about that, Scavenger. Something tells me Hot Shot and Blurr will become great partners. I have a good feeling about it.

Carlos: Hey, uh, anybody seen Hot Shot?

Optimus: Yes, he’s over there, Carlos.

Billy: Uh, oh. He’s talking with Blurr.

Alexis: I hope they’re not gonna start duking it out over that Mini-Con again.

Rad: Looks to me like they’re getting along just fine.

Hot Shot: Friends?

Blurr: Friends.

Carlos: Hey, let’s go see ’em!

Rad: Hey Blurr!

Alexis: Hot Shot!

Fred: C’mon, guys! Wait for me!

Alexis: Hot Shot!

Rad (VO): Usually, we’d be bummed out about losing another Mini-Con. But this time was different. Maybe it had something to do with having more people on our side. Or maybe it was just because… we made a new friend.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Vacation” – Episode 19
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Rad (VO): Hi, I’m Rad. And what may look like a normal summer isn’t gonna last. Trust me. I mean, when you’re trapped in a war between Autobots and Decepticons, nothing is normal anymore.

Kelly: So it looks like clear skies today and plenty of sunshine. And that’s a look at Channel 4 Weather.

Sean: Gotcha! Hahaha!

Kelly: For Channel 4 Eye Witness Weather, I’m Kelly Bongartner.

Sean: Heh, heh, heh!

Kelly: Urgh! Hey!

Sean: Mommy!

Roger: Nice kid.

Kelly: Why the nerve of that little rugrat! Doesn’t he know who I am? At this rate, I will never make it to network!

[Transition]

Alexis (VO): On the surface, things around here look pretty tame, right? It looks like it, but it never stays calm for long. We’re going to try to take a mini-vacation, but the battle between the Transformers is still raging on, big time. And hopefully the Autobots can finish off the Decepticons, so we can attempt to have a semi-normal day. We had become friends with the Autobots. And luckily, one of them, Scavenger, knew where to find the Decepticon base. (Out loud) What? Where did everyone… go…? Huh? The launch gate! Are we under attack, Optimus?!

Optimus: No.

Alexis: Okay then. We’ve detected a Mini-Con, right? I’ll head to the command centre and get co-ordinates. Now let’s roll!

Carlos: Hey yo, wait up, dudes!

Billy: Let’s get this show on the road.

Fred: I brought along my inhaler.

Billy: C’mon, what are you waiting for?

Carlos: Yeah, let’s go!

Alexis: Wait!

Carlos: Huh? What’s up?

Alexis: Where do you think you’re going, Carlos?

Carlos: Going camping. You got a problem with that, Alexis? Optimus said it was cool to get a little R&R.

Rad: What’s the hold up, you guys?

Alexis: How come nobody told me about this? And why exactly wasn’t I invited?

Carlos: You mean you didn’t tell her yet, Rad?

Rad: Hey, you were going to e-mail her.

Optimus: Hhh…
Alexis: Ooh, so you thought you could just take off camping and leave the girl behind, huh? Didn’t think I’d ever find out, right? Well, you can just take your —

Optimus: — Actually, we should always cross-check our team plans.

Alexis: Yeah, what he said.

Optimus: My apologies, Alexis, but you should still join them.

Alexis: There’s no way I’m going with them now.

Rad: We just forgot to tell you, Alexis, okay?

Alexis: Gimme a break. I’m not buying that one. Do you think I’m dumb?

Carlos: No, of course not! No!

Alexis: Okay, go ahead and have your boys-only adventure. I’ll just stay here and watch the Decepticons take over the universe while you guys roast marshmallows. And don’t think I’m jealous of you, either. In your dreams!

Rad: Boy, she sounds really mad, Carlos.

Carlos: Hey Rad, you think she’ll ever forgive us?

Alexis: Excuse me, losers, but I have work to do and I wouldn’t want to have to interfere with your plans.

Rad: Man, what a mess.

Alexis: Yeah right, like they forgot. Hmmph.

Rad: Catch ya later.

Carlos: Yeah, see ya around.

Red Alert: We have lift-off.

Smokescreen: Right behind you.

Alexis: Like I really care.

Optimus: Ahh… Humans.

Alexis: Camping. Gimme a break. No hot showers, no electricity… Besides, I heard it’s supposed to rain all weekend. Uhh… You think I should’ve told them it’s gonna rain? Hey, they could have checked the forecast too. And I’m not going to spend my whole weekend feeling guilty about it, either. I’ve got better things to do.

Megatron: It is time to commence our Decepticon one-on-one combat training exercise. Please pay close attention and I shall demonstrate the power of the Star Saber. Who’s my first victim?

Demolishor: C-c-c-can’t we just stand here and watch, sir?

Megatron: There is no entity in the cosmos powerful enough to stand up to my ultimate weapon! Which makes me — master of the universe!

Sideways: Heh. This is such a waste of my time. Huh?

Megatron: You were saying, Sideways?

Sideways: Uh… I hate those Autobot slime!

Megatron: Heh, haha! Let the training begin!

Carlos: Yaaah!

Rad: Geronimo!

Smokescreen: Ha, ha, ha, ha. Sure is fun seeing the kids having some fun for once.

Red Alert: It’s like Optimus said, everyone needs a little R&R every so often.

Smokescreen: Huh?

Red Alert: Well, Smokescreen, after days and months of endless combat, sometimes we can all lose sight of what we’re battling for in the first place.

Smokescreen: So… what you’re saying is, everyone needs a little downtime to clear their mainframes, right?

Red Alert: Exactly. You sure catch on fast for a warrior-bot.

Smokescreen: Ha, ha.

Carlos: Hey, you guys! Quit your yapping and come in! The water’s great!

Red Alert: Well, uhh…

Carlos: Hey, what are ya afraid of, rustin’ or something? We’re on vacation, remember?

Red Alert: Well, I don’t know. Ha, ha. Okay, I’m not going in, but maybe I can still join in.

Billy & Fred: Hahahaha… Hahaha…

Carlos: Hey, you’re giving me a wedgie! Aaah!

Fred: Ow.

Billy: That hurt!

Carlos: Refreshing!

Red Alert: Hahahahaha…

Smokescreen: Hey Rad. What are you up to?

Rad: Ah, I’m just fishing.

Smokescreen: Oh?

Rad: And then, we’ll fry it up for dinner.

Smokescreen: Interesting. And you can catch a fish like that?

Rad: Hopefully. When I was a kid, this whole river was full of fish. That was until they put up the dam.

Smokescreen: Let me help you.

Rad: Maybe they’re just not running today. What’d you do?!

Smokescreen: I thought I’d give you a hand fishing. Hahahaha.

Rad: But you’ll never catch anything like that!

Smokescreen: Hahahaha. I like this.

Rad: Hahahahaha.

Billy, Fred & Carlos: Hahahahaha.

Sean: Hehehe… Haha.

Kelly: Why in the world do they send us out to the middle of nowhere?

Roger: Because there’s supposed to be a downpour and we’ve gotta get shots of the dam.

Kelly: Hey, hang on a second. I predicted sunshine. What the?

Billy: Yeah!

Carlos: C’mon! That’ll give you a wedgie!

Sean: Hahaha! Haha! Whoa!

Carlos: Yay!

Billy & Fred: Hahaha…

Roger: Hey, what’s up?

Kelly: I’m not really sure, Roger. It looks like a bunch of kids down there. Hey, what’s that?

Roger: Looks like construction equipment to me. Those kids are probably just using it to dive off of. No big deal.

Kelly: Wait a minute… Hey, stop! Stop. I thought I saw something.

Roger: Yeah, you saw a bunch of kids playing in the water. Not what I’d call a big scoop, Kelly.

Kelly: No, serious, I saw robots.

Roger: That’s the best one I’ve heard all day!

Sean: Hahaha! Oh, boy! This is a blast!

Carlos: Ha, ha, ha… Hey kid, ya can’t tell anyone about the robots. If ya do, who would believe you anyways, huh?

Sean: My lips are sealed!

Carlos: Hey, y’know what, kid, you’re okay! Now could ya get off my neck.

Sean: Sorry. Robots rule the universe!

Sean’s Dad: Sean!

Sean: Over here, Dad!

Dad: Sean, I think it’s time we move back to the campground. A storm’s moving in. I see ya made some new friends, buddy.

Sean: Dad! Those trucks over there can talk!

Dad: Yeah. Sure they can.

Carlos: What? Huh?

Dad: Now Sean, remember that story I told you about the boy who cried wolf?

Sean: But Dad, it’s true!

Rad: Huh?

Carlos: Aw, man, this is just great. I thought Kelly, the Channel 4 weather girl, said it was supposed to be sunny.

Smokescreen: Hey, boys, shouldn’t you be thinking about getting a little shut eye?

Billy: C’mon, just one more hand.

Fred: Yeah.

Rad: This rain’s a drag. I betcha Alexis the Goddess of Thunder did it.

Carlos: Aww, go to sleep already.

Rad: All right. I guess there’s nothing else for us to do out here, anyway.

Alexis: Look at that. It’s pouring.

[Commercial]

Kelly: According to the weather office, there are new flash flood warnings. Heavy rain will continue overnight and officials here at Steveston Dam predict the water to exceed flood level by morning. If that’s the case, the lower gates will be open to relieve pressure on the dam. It will cause severe flooding on the river below the dam. Kelly Bongartner, Channel 4 Eye Witness Weather.

Alexis: Huh? That’s where the guys are!

Carlos: Awww man, we’re going home?

Red Alert: Yes. It’s far too dangerous to stay put down here.

Billy: C’mon, let’s stay put and ride it out.

Fred: Or we could raft down the rapids.

Rad: I don’t think we should mess with nature, guys.

Red Alert: Let’s stop the chit-chat and pack up, stat.

Sean: Hey guys!

Rad: Carlos, take a look over there.

Sean: Hey guys, I’m over here! I’m over here!

Carlos: Hey kid, just hold on! Okay guys, I’ve got a plan.

Billy: Aww, this really sucks having to go home.

Fred: I don’t mind.

Sean: Heh, heh! All right! I knew you’d make it!

Carlos: Hey kid, what are you doing out here? And where are your parents at?

Sean: I came to say goodbye to ya.

Carlos: Ahh… Huh?

Rad: Huh?!

Fred & Billy: Huh?!

Fred, Billy & Rad: Aaaahh!

[Commercial]

Optimus: Sorry, Alexis, but they’re not back yet.

Alexis: I am really worried about them, Optimus. They’re camping just below the dam.

Optimus: My men will look after them.

Alexis: Maybe you’re right. Maybe there’s nothing to worry about. They’re probably just fine.

Optimus: Hahahaha. Let’s check to make sure. Red Alert, Smokescreen, come in.

Carlos: Optimus! We’ve got a problem!

Optimus: Huh?

Rad: Hey you guys, hurry! Red Alert and Carlos were both buried in a mudslide!

Alexis: Oh, this sounds serious!

Rad: Smokescreen’s digging for them right now. But we’ve got an even bigger problem. A little kid’s buried under all that muck with them!

Dad: Sean! Sean!

Optimus: Stay calm, boys. Red Alert, transform.

Rad: He can’t, people are watching.

Alexis: Optimus, please. You’ve gotta bend the rules and let him transform. We don’t have time!

Kelly: This is Kelly Bongartner reporting live from the scene of a gruesome mudslide.

Alexis: Huh?!

Kelly: Digging equipment is on the scene and frantically trying to unearth the vehicle that is alleged to be buried under the rubble, along with two young boys! C’mon, I need a close-up for my network resume!

Roger: I’m trying!

Alexis: Oh no, they’re on TV. Now there’s no way Red Alert can transform without being seen.

Hot Shot: What’s the plan, Optimus?

Optimus: We dig them out at any cost.

Scavenger: What about Decepticons?

Optimus: We’ll worry about them later. Begin launch sequence. Launch!

Hot Shot: I’m right behind ya.

Scavenger: It’s go time!

Sean: I’m scared… I’m so scared…

Carlos: Don’t worry, kid. They’ll get us out of here in no time. Right, Red Alert? They’ll get us outta here.

Red Alert: Anytime now.

Carlos: See?

Kelly: With each passing the second, the situation below the dam here becomes more critical. It’s a race against time trying to unearth the boys! Work is frantic, because once they open the dam gates, this entire canyon will be flooded. And look! There doesn’t seem to be anyone operating the heavy equipment!

Roger: Hmmm.

Kelly: Is that a siren?

Roger: Must be some kind of warning. I say we get outta here and quick.

Kelly: Oh, and you call yourself a Photo Journalist?

Roger: I don’t care what you think, but I’m sure as heck not crazy!

Kelly: Give me that. Coward.

Roger: Hey! Suit yourself.

Dad: Hey! Outta my way! My boy Sean’s in there!

Rad: Ya gotta stay back!

Billy: Help’s on the way. See?

Dad: Hurry! Ya gotta save my son! What’s the problem?

Rad: C’mon! Let’s clear out! I’m sure these guys know what they’re doing.

Dad: I’m not leaving here! Ughh!

Hot Shot: Help him inside, Rad, pronto!

Scavenger: Hey, Smokescreen, any luck yet?

Smokescreen: Nothing. But keep digging, we’re running out of time.

Optimus: Let’s pick up the pace, men. Rad, time to evacuate!

Rad: Gotcha. Hey, what’s up, Laserbeak?!

Kelly: You can feel the intensity in the air as more rescue vehicles arrive here on the scene. It was only a few minutes ago when they sounded a warning siren. And now, with only seconds to spare, it’s a race against time to rescue two young innocent victims trapped under thousands of tons of earth! Wait a minute! What’s this? Aah!

Alexis: Gee, sorry about that, Kelly. Oh no! They’ve opened the floodgates!

Billy: Y– ya think they’ll be all right?

Rad: Hope so… Really hope so.

Red Alert: Wait a minute. Yes! I can see daylight. They’ve found us!

Carlos: Aaah…

Smokescreen: I got ’em!

Scavenger: Hurry! Haul them out!

Optimus: There’s no time to lose, men!

Red Alert: Good work, Smokescreen. And just in time, too.

Smokescreen: Just doing my job. Now let’s get outta here.

Red Alert: Longarm, do your thing. Locked on.

Smokescreen: Transform! Haha, sweet ride, Red Alert! I’m outta here!

Red Alert: And I’m right behind you.

Optimus: Good work, Scavenger. Now it’s our turn. Transform!

Scavenger: Transform! Yeah!

Optimus: There’s no time to lose!

Scavenger: Right behind you! Urggh!

Optimus: Scavenger!

Hot Shot: Optimus!

Rad: Oh no! They’re both gonna be washed away!

Optimus: Red Alert!

Carlos: Hey kid, it’s over.

Sean: Whoa!

Optimus: Everything is back to normal, kid.

Sean: Yeah!

Rad: Hey!

Dad: Ohhh, where am I?

Sean: Dad!

Dad: It’s Sean!

Sean: Hahahaha!

Dad: You okay, son?

Sean: Yeah, I feel great, Dad! And it’s all because of those giant robots who saved me.

Dad: Yeah right, those giant robots.

Sean: Go ahead. Take a look for yourself, Dad. Huh? Hey… Where’d they all go?

Dad: Don’t worry, son. They probably all went home and that’s just what we’re gonna do, okay?

Sean: Okay.

Kelly: It was awesome, Roger! I got some incredible shots. Network, here I come! Check this out. Huh?

Roger: Yeah, that’s your ticket to network mud wrestling, all right.

Kelly: Okay, so maybe I wrecked your camera, but I know what I saw. Those robots were almost human. You’ve gotta believe me.

Alexis: Hey, I’m not mad, okay? Let’s not argue anymore. I said I’m not mad! Huh?

Carlos: Aw man, that camping trip was cruel.

Billy: You’re right. The weather spoiled everything.

Alexis: Welcome back, guys!

Rad: Huh?

Alexis: Good to see you guys back safe and sound! Hey, don’t worry, I’m not mad at you guys. I guess I kind of was at first, but I’m over it now. Like I said, I’m just glad you’re safe.

Rad & Carlos: Uhh…

Billy & Fred: Uhh…

Alexis: I was — really scared you guys wouldn’t make it.

Rad: Hey, we understand.

Carlos: And next time, you’re coming along too, Alexis.

Billy: Yeah, that’s for sure.

Red Alert: Alexis… We really missed you out there.

Smokescreen: I agree.

Optimus: Well, it’s nice to see everyone back together again. Thatta girl.

Carlos: Well, my dad says when Mom gets angry…

Rad: Shut up, Carlos!

Carlos: He tries to give her a compliment and hopes she gets all warm and fuzzy again.

Rad: Hey, she can hear you.

Alexis: Warm and fuzzy again, Carlos?!

Carlos: Hey! Run for your lives! Alexis is on the loose!

Alexis: Hey, come back here! Huh? How come you’re taking his side, Grindor? Ergh! Boys are all the same!

Carlos: Heeeellllppp!

Rad, Billy & Fred: Hahahaha…

Carlos: Can’t we all just get along?

Alexis (VO): Not a chance, pal. I remember Optimus once told me that when you feel intense about something, express yourself. Well let’s just say that when I catch up to Carlos, I’ll let him know exactly how I feel.

Megatron: Come back here, you coward!

Sideways: Aah. Hahaha. Megatron will never find me in here.

Megatron: So where could my dear comrade Sideways be hiding? Come out, come out, wherever you are… So I can dice you up into small little pieces!

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Trust” – Episode 18
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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

[Transition]

Carlos: Let’s see. Aw, darn. Just some milk here. Well, at least I’ll get my vitamins. Hey Rad, what’s with Hot Shot? He hasn’t been hanging out with us. What’s with that?

Rad: Ah, don’t blame him. He’s been training with Scavenger all week. He’s really working hard.

Alexis: Hot Shot’ll pass the test. Right? Right?

Carlos: Sure, you know how stubborn he is.

Rad: Thank you.

Carlos: Hey.

Rad: Yeah Carlos, once Hot Shot finishes training, he’ll be way tougher than he was before.

Alexis: Guys! Why don’t we go see what he’s doing, okay?

Carlos: Really?

Alexis: Come on, I know you want to see Hot Shot in action as much as I do.

Carlos: Oooh… Yeah, maybe.

Alexis: Whatever, Carlos. You can stay here if you want to. Come on, Rad, let’s go.

Rad: C’mon guys, let’s roll. Man, I can hardly wait to see what Scavenger’s like as an instructor.

Carlos: Hey, hold on. Hey! Wait for me! I wanna come too! Wait up! Ahh, I don’t see anybody around here.

Alexis: Maybe they’re working out some place else.

Carlos: Aw, great. We came all this way and no Hot Shot.

Rad: Hmm?

Alexis: Hey, what is that, Rad?

Rad: Shh! Listen, you hear that?

Alexis & Carlos: What?

Carlos: Yeah, I think I hear it. It kinda sounds like an animal or something. Maybe another Decepticon broke into the base! Hey, it’s getting louder!

Rad: This way, hurry!

Carlos: Rad, what is it?

Rad: See for yourself.

Carlos: It’s Scavenger! I don’t believe it!

Alexis: Looks like you and Scavenger have something in common, Carlos. Scavenger must like taking naps as much as you. Even snores like you do.

Carlos: Yeah, but if he’s here, where’s Hot Shot?

Hot Shot: Hi guys. I’m… right over here.

Kids: Hot Shot!

Carlos: What are you doing? Hey, aren’t you supposed to be training?

Hot Shot: Uh, yeah. Well, that is what I came here for. Uhh…

[Transition]

Hot Shot: So whaddya think?

Scavenger: Hmm… hmm…

Hot Shot: Oh yeah? So I did good? Huh?

Scavenger: Hmmm… hmm…

Hot Shot: Oh, that’s great. He’s asleep. What a lame instructor.

Alexis: So you’re gonna just sit up there and wait for him to wake up?

Carlos: C’mon! Go wake him up!

Hot Shot: No, he’s my instructor. I can’t do that.

Carlos: So how did he get to be an instructor, anyway? He was linked with the Decepticons not too long ago. You better watch yourself, man. I wouldn’t trust him.

Hot Shot: Hey, wait. Carlos… Hey, come on, Carlos, wait!

Rad: Ah, he’ll be all right. He’s just worried.

Alexis: I know how he feels.

Smokescreen: Red Alert, I just can’t understand it.

Red Alert: What’s that?

Smokescreen: You know… I don’t know why Optimus let that slimeball Scavenger into our group. I must admit he did give us a lot of new info on the new Mini-Con combo Skyboom shield, but I don’t trust him.

Red Alert: But he’s on our side now. Right?

Smokescreen: I know! I don’t like it. He betrayed the Decepticons, remember? He might turn around and do the same to us one day if we don’t keep an eye on him. I mean, that’s what Sideways did to us.

Red Alert: Hmmm…

Smokescreen: There’s no way of knowing if this guy is really our ally or not.

Red Alert: Smokescreen, give Scavenger a chance before you jump to conclusions.

Smokescreen: Erggh… All right!

Carlos (VO): So I’m not the only one who has his doubts about Scavenger. I think I’m gonna keep an eye on him, too.

Megatron: What are you trying to say?

Starscream: Sir, I was just saying we shouldn’t have just let the traitor just walk away.

Megatron: And why not?!

Starscream: Megatron! Don’t you understand? Scavenger has seen our base. He knows all about our operation. He’ll reveal our position to the enemies!

Megatron: Exactly what makes you think that?

Starscream: He made a very hasty exit and he gave no real reason for leaving us.

Cyclonus: Just because he’s a no-good deserter doesn’t mean he’s formed an alliance with the Autobots.

Demolishor: He’s a bounty hunter. He may have gone into combat somewhere else for all we know.

Cyclonus: Ahuhuh. Starscream, watch yourself. If you keep running your processor in overdrive, pretty soon you won’t be able to transform properly! Ahahaha!

Sideways: Where ever Scavenger is now, let’s just hope he gets what he deserves.

Cyclonus: Yeah! If he did switch alliances the way you did Sideways, we’ll take care of him! Right? You know what I mean! Ahahaha!

Sideways: No one double crosses the Decepticons and gets away with it. And Scavenger may have to learn that lesson the hard way.

Megatron: You’re right. If you find him, I want you to bring me his head.
Starscream: But Megatron! Please let me —

Megatron: Silence! I wasn’t talking to you! I do not want to hear your opinions anymore.

Sideways: Megatron.

Megatron: Yes, what is it, Sideways?

Sideways: Perhaps if we’re lucky we may find Scavenger working behind-the-scenes with the Autobots as a spy for us. Now that would be a stroke of luck, wouldn’t it? If and when we find him, it’ll be my pleasure to perform the necessary interrogation, sir. After all, I just want to do my part for the Decepticons.

Rad: So, how come you put so much trust in Scavenger, Optimus?

Carlos: Yeah, I don’t get it. You know, he could be a spy.

Optimus: What brought this on? I see no reason not to trust him.

Carlos: Remember, he stole a Mini-Con from Red Alert and handed it over to Megatron. You saw him do it.

Optimus: I haven’t forgotten, and that’s precisely why we can trust him.

Kids: Huh?!

Alexis: I think you’ve lost us.

Carlos: What are you talking about? That doesn’t make any sense at all.

Smokescreen: We’re all set, sir.

Optimus: Good. Red Alert, lock onto the Mini-Con’s co-ordinates.

Red Alert: I’m on it.

Smokescreen: Where in the world’s Scavenger? He’s your instructor, isn’t he coming? I knew we couldn’t trust him.

Hot Shot: Uh, yeah, he’s actually…

Scavenger: Mwahraw… What’s all the racket about?

Smokescreen: We’re moving out, what do you think?

Scavenger: Good… I’m just in time, then.

Hot Shot: You are late!

Scavenger: Don’t worry, we’ll make it. Oh, by the way, remember to keep that leg up while you kick.

Hot Shot: Pardon me?

Smokescreen: You just stay close to us out there. If you ask me, I don’t think you have what it takes to be an Autobot warrior.

Scavenger: Hmmm… You think so? Very well, I’ll stay behind and guard the base. I wouldn’t wanna get in your way or anything.

Smokescreen: That’s a good idea. No argument here.

Optimus: No, Scavenger. Come with us. We’re going to need your help.

Smokescreen: Oh, great.

Scavenger: Of course. As you wish, Optimus.

Carlos: Can we come along, too?

Optimus: I’m sorry, kids. We can’t take you along this time. The Decepticons have the Star Saber now. It’s bound to be a fierce battle.

Carlos: Awww!

Rad: Hey, it’s for the best, Carlos.

Carlos: I know, but somebody’s gotta keep an eye on Scavenger out there.

Alexis: Don’t have a meltdown, you can still do that from here using Laserbeak.

Carlos: Yeah, but it’s still not the same.

Optimus: Red Alert, I want you to hold down the fort.

Red Alert: Consider it done, Optimus.

Scavenger: Yeawhhh…

Megatron: Hmmm, I see they brought the traitor along with them.

Demolishor: Look, it’s Scavenger. So he did join up with the enemy.

Cyclonus: I can’t wait to take a piece out of him!

Megatron: You’ll wait until I give the order. Optimus Prime! Today is the day the Decepticons destroy the Autobots.

Optimus: You’re wrong again, Megatron. And we’re going to prove it.

Smokescreen: And today you’ll feel the power of the Autobot team.

Hot Shot: Let’s do this.

Megatron: Keep talking, you underdogs, victory will be mine today.

Scavenger: Erawwhh!

Megatron: Decepticons, prepare to attack. This is the end, Prime!
Optimus: If that’s what you think then I hope you brought backup, because y–

Megatron: Enough talk! Star Saber! Your time has come.

Optimus: Optimus, super mode! Transform!

Cyclonus: Here I come, you no good traitor! Crumplezone, powerlink! Quit moving!

Scavenger: You can kick and punch all you want, but you’ll never lay a hand on me.

Kids: Whoa…

Rad: Look, Scavenger’s got him.

Alexis: I guess he really is as strong as he looks.

Cyclonus: Oh, this really bites. Transform! Let’s see how you like this!

Scavenger: Not bad. Now try this on for size. Powerlink. Dozer Cannon!

Hot Shot: Nice shot!

Scavenger: I don’t like showing off, but I think you’ll agree that that high-flying whacko needed to be grounded permanently.

Hot Shot: Whoa, you did it, buddy. Hey, Optimus!

Megatron: What’s wrong, Optimus? Why aren’t you fighting back? C’mon! Don’t play games with me. I’m not in the mood.

Hot Shot: No!

Starscream: Stay where you are, Autobot.

Smokescreen: Get out of my way.

Demolishor: Not a chance.

Smokescreen: Where’s Scavenger when you need him?

Hot Shot: No way. If Optimus trusts him, I trust him. Scavenger, front and center! What? He’s disappeared.

Smokescreen: What?

Demolishor: Aw. It looks like Scavenger wasn’t such a great ally after all.

Smokescreen: That traitor, I knew we couldn’t trust him.

Hot Shot: Hey, don’t say that.

Smokescreen: Then how come when we need him the most he’s nowhere to be found, Hot Shot? And you wanna know why? Because when the going gets tough, he heads for the hills and disappears, that’s why.

Hot Shot: No. You’re wrong.

Smokescreen: Open your eyes, Hot Shot!

Hot Shot (VO): He’s my instructor… I don’t wanna believe it. But maybe Smokescreen’s right. Maybe Scavenger did desert us.

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Rad: Optimus Prime!

Alexis: C’mon, hang in there.

Rad: Man, I wonder where Scavenger could’ve gotten to.

Carlos: I think he ran away.

Rad: Yo, Red Alert!

Red Alert: Hmmm…

Optimus: Hahahaha…

Megatron: Well, Optimus. There’s nowhere left to run. At last I’ll finally be rid of you and your third-rate Autobot team for good.

Smokescreen: No! Would you let go of me!

Demolishor: You’re not going anywhere.

Hot Shot: Come out, Scavenger! And show them who’s — boss! Scavenger!

Rad: The Decepticons have our guys on the ropes. We better do something or the Autobots will be history.

Alexis: Red Alert, pan over to the left a little. Look, over at the cliff behind Optimus.

Carlos: It’s him! It’s Scavenger!

Rad: How’d he get over there?

Carlos: And what’s the dude up to?

Alexis: Maybe he’s planning a sneak attack on the Decepticons.

Rad: No way. If he was going to attack, I’m sure he would’ve done it by now.

Carlos: Yeah, you’re right. If you’re going to sneak up on someone, the best way to do it is from behind.

Alexis: No, he wouldn’t! The one Scavenger is going to attack is Optimus.

Carlos: I knew he was a Decepticon spy!

Rad: Hey Red Alert, contact Optimus now! Red Alert?

Megatron: Give it up, Optimus. You can’t save yourself. And one more step, and it’s all over. Your fate has been sealed the day we first met. Good riddance! It ends here!

Optimus: Transform!

Megatron: What?! Stop it. What are you doing?

Optimus: If I’m going down, then you’re coming with me.

Megatron: You planned this all along! You… tricked me!

Rad: Optimus, no!

Smokescreen: Hey, who’s that?!

Carlos: Look, it’s him! It’s Scavenger!

Optimus: I’ve got better things to do than to hang around with you, Megatron! Have a nice fall!

Megatron: Scavenger… Scavenger!

Smokescreen: Whoa…

Demolishor: No! It can’t be!

Starscream: Megatron!

Scavenger: Are you all right, Optimus?

Optimus: Yes, thanks. And you?

Scavenger: I’m fine.

Hot Shot: Is that Scavenger? Scavenger!

Carlos: Whoa, that was too cool. So Scavenger was planning on saving Optimus all along.

Alexis: He was hiding because he was waiting for the ride moment to spring into action.

Rad: Boy, that was pretty risky of Optimus to put all his trust in Scavenger like that.

Red Alert: Not really, kids. Those two are old friends. They’ve fought in many battles together. When things get tough, they know they can count on eachother.

Alexis: I don’t understand. Weren’t they enemies?

Red Alert: That’s right. Optimus and Scavenger once fought against eachother in combat. But they realized they were better off as allies instead of enemies. They’re both proud warriors who share similar beliefs.

Carlos: So, you mean, they became friends. Right, dude?

Red Alert: Yes, Carlos. And as friends, they go out of their way to help eachother. Even if there’s great danger and they must put themselves in harm’s way.

Kids: Oooh…

Red Alert: Scavenger is a noble warrior who fights for the common good. Sometimes at great personal risk.
Rad: Ooh, so you mean Scavenger gave Megatron that Mini-Con because he was —

Red Alert: — Because he knew it was a sacrifice he had to make for the Autobots. He deceived the Decepticons and infiltrated their base and learned all about their operation.

Carlos: Well then why didn’t he tell us that in the first place?

Red Alert: When you’re trying to gain someone’s trust, sometimes actions speak a lot louder than words can. And, in my opinion, Scavenger could very well be the trustworthiest of all the Autobots.

Carlos: Aw, man. Was I wrong about him…

Rad: Yeah, I know, but you’re not the only one.

Carlos: Well, I know he’ll make the perfect instructor for Hot Shot.

Alexis: For sure.

Megatron: Scavenger, I swear… I’ll get you for this.

Hot Shot: Yeah! We did it again. And the good guys come out on top! Hey, Decepticons! You had enough?

Demolishor: They got us. Hey, you. When you feel like joining us, come over.

Cyclonus: Oh, my aching motherboard.

Demolishor: What a worthless piece of junk.

Starscream: Hey, speaking of worthless junk, where’s Sideways disppeared to? Look, there he is!

Demolishor: And he’s with Megatron!

Megatron: Argghh! You’re mine, you traitor!

Demolishor: Oh, no! Megatron!

Smokescreen: Optimus, sir.

Optimus: Get in position! This battle’s still on!

Megatron: How dare you, Optimus. You’ll pay for your treachery.

Sideways: Megatron, you’re seriously injured. We must retreat. We can’t win this one.

Megatron: Don’t think you’ve defeated me, Optimus! I’ll get you.

Cyclonus: Huh?

Megatron: And you, Scavenger, next time I’ll take care of you personally!

Cyclonus: Hey! Wait up. No! Don’t leave me here!

Hot Shot: Ha! They’re on the run again!

Smokescreen: Scavenger… I just wanted to say you did some good work today. And there’s something else I should tell you. I really want to apologize… for the things I said back there. I was away out of line, and I’m… sorry about that.

Hot Shot: Yeah, me too. You’re my instructor and I had serious doubts about you. I’m sorry for that.

Scavenger: Okay. Are you two all done now? ‘Cause if you are, I think we should start looking for that Mini-Con. All this talk is starting to make me sleepy.

Hot Shot: Scavenger?

Scavenger: It’s boring talking about things that are in the past. Never does any good. Apologies accepted. Now let’s get back to business, okay?

Hot Shot: Yeah, you got it.

Rad: I’d say that about wraps things up, don’t you think?

Carlos: Yup.

Rad (VO): And that was how Scavenger became really tight with the rest of the team. And even Carlos learned to trust the newest member of the Autobots, eventually…

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Alexis: Boy, am I glad things are back to normal once again, Rad.

Rad: Yeah, I am too. But I still can’t get used to Scavenger’s snoring yet.

Carlos: Hey guys, it could be worse, right?

Rad: What do you mean?

Carlos: Well, you know we’ve gotta let the big guy get his rest. ‘Cause if we don’t, he could end up sleeping on the job and that would be really dangerous.

Rad: You said it.

[End]