Transformers: Armada
“Carnival” – Episode 7
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Rad (VO): Hi, my name’s Rad and I want to tell you about the Transformers, mechanical beings from another world. There’s the Autobots, the good guys, and the Decepticons. They’re all fighting over a tiny race of robots called the Mini-Cons, who crash landed on Earth thousands of years ago and they’re scattered all over the planet. The Decepticons want to collect them and use them to increase their power, but the Autobots will put a stop to that.

Carlos: Hey! What’s the problem? I don’t get it. How come it’s just lying there sleeping instead of waking up like the others?

Rad: Yeah. You’re right, Carlos. That is weird. I wonder if there’s something we can do to make it respond. Yeah? Well, High Wire says it’s in a light sleep, so the Mini-Con could wake up at any time now.

Carlos: Ohhh…

Rad: Still, it’s been in a coma like this for a couple of days now.

Carlos: Hey! I got an idea! Okay, let’s scare it. That’ll wake it up for sure.

Rad: So how you gonna do that?

Carlos: Ah, good point. Wait! I got another idea. How about we throw a bucket of water on it!

Alexis: Great plan! While we’re at it, how about I throw a bucket of cold water on your head too!

Carlos: Aw, come on, Alexis. I was just pulling his leg.

Alexis: Hey, nothing like ice water for clearing up the cobwebs. So next time you’re woken up from a comfy sleep by some ice water in the face, remember who thought of it first… Now that I’ve gotten your attention, take my advice and leave the poor Mini-Con alone. It’ll wake up when it’s good and ready.

Rad: Heh, heh, heh, heh…

Carlos: What are you laughing at? You were all for the idea a minute ago! Aw, great, now you’re gonna turn on me too?

Alexis: Hey, I’ve got a plan. While you’re waiting around, how about putting a broom to the floor and doing something about this mess. It might end up looking more like a base and less like your ratty bedroom. This centre belongs to the Autobots. Maybe a little cleaning up would be nice. So get to work. C’mon, Grindor. Let’s let them get to it. Have fun cleaning up.

Rad: Always the last word.

[Transition]

Red Alert: That about does it. Okay, you two, how about passing up the Trans-Accelerator?

Hot Shot: Yeah, sure, Red Alert. Right after you tell us what it looks like. Wait, that thing?

Red Alert: Yup, that’s the one. Good guess, Hot Shot.

Optimus: It’s been out of commission for some time. Red Alert, any chance of getting it to work?

Red Alert: I think so. It won’t be up and running anytime in the near future, but if I keep tinkering away at it, it should pay off in the long run.

Rad (VO): You know, it seemed like the Autobots were battling the Decepticons all the time. But obviously not 24/7. So when they had a little downtime, they helped with fixing things up around the base.

Hot Shot: Hey Rad, Carlos, you guys mind passing that part beside you?

Rad: This?

Hot Shot: Yeah.

Carlos: Sure, Hot Shot, no probs. Not even budging!

Rad: Well, glad you said it first.

Hot Shot: What’s a matter with you guys? Can’t you take a little joke? See?

Carlos: Way cool!

Hot Shot: Smooth, huh? Got it off an old spaghetti western I caught on one of those boxes you call a television.

Carlos: Awesome, a bot who knows how to do cowboy stunts!

Optimus: I hate to break up the fun and games, kids, but would you mind lending a hand, Hot Shot?

Hot Shot: Sure.

Optimus: Thanks. Right over here.

Rad: You think there’s anything we can do to help the Autobots?

Carlos: Not likely.

Megatron: Do you mind explaining what you’re doing, Demolishor? Move it!

Demolishor: My apologies. I thought I should bring this Trans-Accelerator to you. I had no intention of getting in your way, Megatron.

Megatron: Stop blabbering! You must be the clumsiest oaf I have ever encountered. I warned you, Demolishor, I have no room for subordinates who get in my way.

Cyclonus: Heh, heh, heh. Clumsy oaf, he says? Hahahaha!

Starscream: Incredible. He’s such a fool, is he not, Grid?

Demolishor: How embarrassing.

Megatron: You’re even more annoying than I imagined. How dare you damage our base at such a crucial time. Remove yourself from my sight. Never get in my way again!

Demolishor: Megatron, let me explain. It was an accident.

Starscream: He’s wasting his time.

Demolishor: Ooohh… I’m ruined!

Alexis: What’s your opinion, Grindor? Do you think this data is really coming from the Mini-Cons? No, huh? Well, I’ll keep trying my luck then.

Carlos: Ah, I’m bored out of my head. Hey Rad, what do you say we get some fresh air, huh?

Rad: What, you mean take Sureshock and High Wire out in public with us? Come on, Alexis would have a cow if we did.

Carlos: Hey, don’t tell me you’re scared of her, dude. Your problem is you take her way too seriously for your own good. Lighten up! Think the science carnival, dude?

Rad: Aha! With the bots.

Carlos: What do you say, are you in or what?

Rad: Oh yeah, I’m so with ya, Carlos.

Carlos & Rad: All right!

Alexis: These aren’t Mini-Cons either, huh? No sense buying a lottery ticket today.

Carlos: Coming through! Out of the way, man!

Rad: Wait up, would you, Carlos? (VO) That day, the Cosmo Scope research centre was having its annual carnival. I knew I was supposed to be there, but stupid me, I’d completely forgotten about it.

Carlos: So, what do you want to do first? Knock it off. Low profile, I keep telling ya.

Rad: Yeah, you can’t transform into ‘bot mode out in public. Wait, settle down… Are you crazy?

Kid: Look, robots!

Various kids: Robots? Where? Where are they? Hey! Come on, you guys!

Dad #1: Gee, I didn’t know they were doing robotics development here at the observatory.

Dad #2: Yeah, but these models are probably just using a pre-programmed chip. Heh, pretty low-tech junk.

Carlos: Ahhh, low-tech… Oh yeah, right…

Rad: Well, it looks like we can stop worrying and have ourselves a good time.

Carlos: Still, it would’ve been a whole lot of fun to surprise someone with our buddies, you know.

Rad: Get back! …Here.

Rad & Carlos: Aw no!

Rad: High Wire!

Carlos: Sureshock!

Rad: Now why’d you guys have to get into the act? Ahh! Get back here, you two!

Carlos: Aw man, now what are we supposed to do?

Kid: Another one!

Carlos: Ha, ha, ha.

Rad: Bet you’d love one of these babies.

Little Girl: Look at the robots. They’re adorable.

Mom: Oh wow, they almost look real.

Rad: Look at those clowns. They’re stealing the show.

Carlos: Mmmhmm. What’s that, guys? You’re thinking about getting into show business or something?

Rad: Maybe you like it because it’s new to you. But as far as I’m concerned, the Transformers are way more interesting.

Fred: What’s a hot dog without a good healthy dose of ketchup? It’s them. Billy. Billy… Billy, Billy… Billy, Billy… Billy, Billy…

Billy: What’s your problem now, Fred? Aw, let go. Get your grimey hands off me, would ya? My mom just washed this shirt.

Fred: Look. Check out the ‘bots with Rad and Carlos.

Billy: They’re probably just some new models fresh out of the laboratory. You know, titillate the kiddies with some new toys. Aw, this stinks.

Fred: I doubt it. Dad would’ve said something if they were gonna have ‘bots here.

Billy: Spit it out. What are you trying to get at? I don’t see nothing.

Fred: Let’s scope it out, Billy.

Billy: Sure, whatever.

Rad: You know, we’d better get Sparkplug and the others back before anyone starts asking too many questions.

Carlos: What, already? C’mon, we have lots of time. See? You heard Sureshock. He wants to stay.

Rad: Come on. Hurry up and transform back into vehicle mode.

Fred: Did you see what I just saw?

Billy: Yeah. I saw it. I definitely saw it. I think I definitely saw it.

Fred: They must be the mutant aliens from space I’ve had so many dreams about!

Billy: Reality check in aisle one.

[Commercial]

Kid #1: Come on. Don’t go.

Kid #2: We were wondering if we could play with them some more.

Carlos: I can totally relate with you little dudes, but that’s all the time we have for today. We gotta get these ‘bots home.

Kid #2: Gimme a break. That ‘I can relate’ stuff doesn’t cut it.

Rad: Carlos is telling the truth. We do have to get them back to the lab so they can all have a little nap.

Carlos: Hey, you wanna play some more, dude? I told you a million times, we’re going home.

Billy: Hello boys. I see you’ve got yourselves some pretty decent looking hardware.

Fred: That bike and that skateboard are robots too, aren’t they? We saw them back there.

Rad: Saw what? Back where?

Billy: Don’t give me that. You know exactly what we’re talking about.

Fred: The alien ‘bot came from a galaxy far, far away to invade our planet.

Billy: Fred, you’re such a loser.

Fred: Billy, follow your gut instinct.

Billy: Why don’t we just fast forward to the part where we capture them?

Fred: Hey, they’re getting away. What do we do?

Billy: I’ll give you one guess.

Fred: Okay, to the hot dog stand!

Billy: We’re going after them. C’mon, you goof.

Fred: Aw well, I tried. Wait up, Billy! I need something to eat first, remember? My blood sugar! Come back here! Carlos! Rad!

Billy: What are you screaming at them for? Forget about Carlos and Rad, it’s the ‘bots we’re after, doofus.

Fred: Aw, sure. I knew that. I gotcha, I gotcha! You won’t destroy the world on my watch.

Carlos: Uh oh. You’ve bumbled this one.

Rad: Is that an invitation to point a finger? Hot Shot. Man, are we glad to see you.

Alexis: Do you have any idea what kind of trouble you’re in? I know exactly what the two of you have been up to. Let’s just say a little birdy told me.

Rad: Ow, busted. I thought we’d gotten away with it.

Alexis: Yeah, you would think that. Now get these guys back to the base on the double, okay?

Carlos: What, should I click my heels together three times? You got all the ideas, you do it.

Billy: Heh. A bot in the hands is worth two in the book.

Fred: Don’t try anything funny.

Kid #2: Keep your hands off him!

Kid #1: You can’t hurt our robot friend, you get it?

Fred: Hey, what’s with them?

Kid #1: Leave him alone. He’s never done anything to you guys.

Billy: Run along now, kiddies, and let the big boys handle this one.

Fred: Better run out of the way while you can, otherwise something terrible might happen to you… Like maybe… This robot will destroy the Earth!

Kid #1: You’ve been watching too much TV. Besides, everyone knows the red robots are always the good guys.

Fred: Okay, okay! So maybe it wasn’t a good example.

Billy: Now be good little rugrats and run along, ’cause if you don’t…

Fred: Huh? …Wha? Billy. Billy, Billy, Billy… Billy.

Billy: You’re interrupting my moment of glory.

Fred: Robot.

Billy: Oh yeah, thanks for reminding me.

Fred: Not him. The giant metalhead.

Billy: The giant metalhead? Like I’m stupid enough to fall for that one. Don’t be an idiot, all right? Giant metalhead…

Hot Shot: Excuse me, not interrupting anything, am I?

Billy: No! Please! I’m allergic to chromium!

Fred: I told you there was a whopper!

Billy: Stay away, take Fred instead.

Hot Shot: It’d break my CPU to lose Jolt. Friends like him are hard to come by.

Billy: Oooh, he’s coming for me. Hey, what’s gotten into this ‘bot?

Fred: Knock it off. You’re freaking me out, tin can! Put us down! Don’t look now, but I think we have lift off!

Billy: Oh great!

Fred: Please, please, please put us down! I’m afraid of heights!

Billy: Jump on the balloon. On the count of three.

Fred: Three!

Billy: Geronimo!

Rad: No, don’t do it!

Fred: So how do we get down from here?

Rad: Yo, Hot Shot, help them down from there.

Hot Shot: I’m on it, but it’s gonna take a few minutes, since I can’t use ammo anywhere around here. Heh, heh. I’ve found my weapon. Hey, uh, kid. How about letting me use that thing for a bit? Ya mind?

Kid #3: Mommy! Mommy! I saw a giant robot! And he throws this cannon around his fingers just like on TV! Honestly!

Mom: Yes, dear, that’s wonderful. Now come here and let me wipe your nose.

Hot Shot: Transform! Jolt, over here!

Man: My therapist was right! $70 an hour does work out to mere pennies a day.

Billy: Maybe you should be the idea guy.

Kid #1: Hey, that was cool.

Kid #2: No, not just cool. It was cool, it was hot.

Hot Shot: Hey thanks, kids. My friend Jolt here would like to thank all of you, too.

Billy: I don’t believe this.

Rad: Well, ya should. But remember, you can’t let anyone know what happened here today. And that means anyone.

Billy & Fred: Uh, huh!

Carlos: ‘Cause who’s to say what’ll happen if you decide to blab.

Fred: Like say, for instance…

Alexis: Uh, let’s just say you don’t want to mess with that big guy’s temper.

Hot Shot: Ha, ha, ha…

Billy: We promise.

Fred: We won’t tell a soul about what happened here today.

Hot Shot: All right, you kids…

Billy & Fred: At your service!

Hot Shot: This Transformer’s punching out for the day. Stand back, kids. Don’t want anyone to get hurt. Remember, all ‘bots were not created equal. Later!

Man: I know what I saw. This big yellow robot transformed into a car and this little teeny helicopter was whirling straight overhead!

Friend: Look, I know you think you saw these robots, but I’m sure you believe they were infront of you. But maybe this is a good time to open up a deal with one of the underlying issues — Which reminds me, could I get your therapist’s number? I’ve been meaning to deal with some of these childhood issues for some time now.

Billy: I still can’t believe this whole thing wasn’t a dream, Fred.

Fred: Well believe me, it happened. Take a look. That was the cannon that the giant one used to save us.

Rad (VO): And so, for us at least, the carnival came to its unhappy ending.

Alexis: You get it? You will never, ever disobey me again! And if you do, you can be sure I am not coming out to save your sorry butts. Oh, and one more thing I forgot to mention. You guys better start cleaning.

Carlos: Yeah, yeah, we heard it before. This is an official base and not our own hangout.

Alexis: Then lose the attitude and get a move on.

Carlos: What’s her problem? I wish she’d let up once and a while.

Rad: Like I told ya, she’s the type of person who always needs to get in the last word. I can’t believe how far the Autobots have gotten with the repairs. Boy, those guys are incredible.

Carlos: Hey man, this is freaky!

Rad: What’d you do to make it light up like that, Carlos?

Carlos: Forget what I did, and check this out. Hey, what do you make of this, dude?

Rad: What’s happening?

Carlos: I don’t know.

Rad: It’s the Mini-Con that’s been lying dormant.

Carlos: Hey…

Rad & Carlos: Now what’s going on?

Rad (VO): It was definitely the same Mini-Con that had been sitting here asleep. But at the same time, it was hard for us to realise what had just happened before our eyes. Boy, sometimes I wish I had a normal life.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Jungle” – Episode 6
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Rad (VO): Hi, my name’s Rad and I want to tell you about the Transformers, mechanical beings from another world. There’s the Autobots, the good guys, and the Decepticons. They’re all fighting over a tiny race of robots called the Mini-Cons, who crash landed on Earth thousands of years ago and they’re scattered all over the planet. The Decepticons want to collect them and use them to increase their power, but the Autobots will put a stop to that.

Cyclonus: C’mon. Let’s go and rush ’em, guys.

Starscream: No way. We’ll attack from both sides.

Demolishor: Are you crazy? What kind of plan is that?

Starscream: Those are Megatron’s orders.

Cyclonus: All right, all right! Let’s just blast them already.

Starscream: That’s it. You two keep them occupied. Transform! That is a lucky shot…

Megatron: I don’t believe it. Even a battle simulation is too tough for ’em. You call yourselves Decepticons? You’re lucky that was only a training exercise and not a real battle, or else you’d all be annihilated. And you, Starscream. I expect much more from my second-in-command.

Starscream: But sir, you can’t blame me. The other two were supposed to cover me!

Demolishor: Forget that. You can look after your own hide.

Cyclonus: I guess it just goes to show you a leader without a Mini-Con is no good to anyone.

Starscream: Megatron, please. I promise to do better if you let me have the next Mini-Con!

Cyclonus: I think he’s gonna start to cry. Hahahaha!

Starscream: Hey, you two take that back.

Megatron: Enough. Listen. That signal’s coming from a new Mini-Con panel. Prepare for launch. We will depart for Earth immediately.

[Transition]

Alexis: Rad’s sure taking his time getting here.

Carlos: Ah, be cool. Here he comes.

Rad: Hey guys. Sorry I’m late, but I thought I’d get a few things that we might need.

Carlos: Are you sure you brought enough stuff?

Alexis: Did you raid a garage sale?

Rad: ‘Course not. I figured if we were gonna be hanging out with the Autobots and Mini-Cons, we might need some human things. Always be prepared, that’s what I say.

Alexis: Yeah, you’re right. I guess that makes sense.

Carlos: Hey Rad, this sure looks like camping stuff to me.

Rad: Yeah, that’s what it is.

Carlos: Cool. We’re going on a camping trip?

Alexis: Well I just hope you got some bug spray in there.

Rad: I got everything. Now let’s go. (VO) Alexis and Carlos didn’t know it, but all that gear I brought was gonna come in handy. We were about to set out on an adventure with the Autobots that none of us would ever forget.

Optimus: Why is this Mini-Con still lying dormant?

Red Alert: I’m not sure, sir. It may be that the data’s been protected.

Hot Shot: But how could that happen?

Red Alert: I don’t know.

Carlos: Nice entrance, Grindor!

Hot Shot: You guys bring enough supplies with ya?

Carlos: I know. Rad just thought we might need some goodies from home, that’s all. Right?

Rad: Heh. Ha, ha, ha.

Optimus: That’s the beacon signal of a new Mini-Con. Red Alert, can you bring it up on the monitor?

Red Alert: Yessir.

Optimus: You’ve got the location? Good, let’s move out.

Carlos: Haha.

Rad: Yeah.

Red Alert: The co-ordinates are locked in, Optimus.

Optimus: Launch!

Carlos: Hey, check this place out. This terrain would be excellent to ride our BMXs on.

Alexis: Look. Aww, it’s a deer. I hope we see some more.

Rad: Mmmhmm.

Carlos: Hey guys, I know there’s nothing that’s gonna scare me out here. As long as there’s no tigers or panthers around.

Alexis: Would you give your head a shake? This is a forest.

Carlos: Yeah, of course I know that. I was just testing you guys.

Optimus: C’mon, settle down, team. We’ve got a lot of work to do. Let’s find that Mini-Con panel. Hot Shot, get Jolt to do a recon from the air.

Hot Shot: Okay. Go take a look, Jolt.

Rad: How’s it looking up there, Jolt?

Carlos: Hey Rad, he sees something in the distance.

Hot Shot: All right! We found it, sir.

Optimus: Let’s move out!

Hot Shot: Uhhh… Move out, which way? Well, I guess you’re the boss. But it isn’t exactly a freeway, though.

Red Alert: I think we’ll have to walk from here.

Optimus: We’ll leave the container behind. Leader-1, I want you to stay here until we get back.

Rad: I’m glad someone’s gonna watch our gear.

Carlos: I hope he doesn’t get lonely.

Alexis: Aw, he’ll be fine.

Hot Shot: Hey, are we really gonna walk?

Red Alert: If you’d rather not, you can always stay here.

Hot Shot: What?! I’m coming. I’m coming! Aw, this stinks. Why did the Mini-Con have to end up here in the middle of nowhere?

Rad: No! You can’t do that, Hot Shot. You can’t cut the trees down. They’re living beings and they help the Earth too.

Hot Shot: But they just keep getting in my way!

Red Alert: Just be respectful, Hot Shot. After all, we’re only guests on this planet.

Alexis: Just let the trees be. The walk will be worth it.

Carlos: Hey, you guys! Get over here! I think we’re in luck. It looks like there’s a path up ahead.

Alexis: You sure?

Hot Shot: Now you’re talkin’.

Rad: A path? How come there’s a path way out here?

Carlos: Ha, see? I told ya so.

Alexis: Good call. I wonder who could’ve done this, Carlos.

Rad: I think I know.

Red Alert: This path heads in the same direction as the source of the Mini-Con signal.

Hot Shot: All right! Let’s hit the trail. C’mon, guys. Follow me!

Red Alert: He really needs to get back on that open road.

Optimus: Hmmm… I think you’re right. Everyone onboard. Let’s get that Mini-Con.

Alexis: Sure thing, Optimus.

Carlos: I’m sure glad I found this path.

Alexis: You’re right, but I’m still trying to figure out what it’s doing here.

Rad: It’s for illegal cutting.

Alexis: Are you serious, Rad?

Carlos: So what does that mean?

Alexis: It means they cut down trees without a proper license.

Rad: That causes a lot of destruction to the planet, because trees and plants produce oxygen needed by humans. They also help slow down global warming by converting carbon dioxide to air. Sometimes we humans forget the delicate balance we share with nature. It’s gonna cost us if we’re not careful.

Carlos: So you mean if all these trees keep getting illegally chopped down…

Rad: Global warming will get progressively worse and the Earth might even become uninhabitable. You know, I really wish that the future of the human race depends on what we do to protect the enviroment today.

Optimus: Rad’s right. This planet looks peaceful at a glance, but it has some serious problems.

Megatron: So, are you sure we’re going the right way?

Demolishor: Yes. I programmed the locator myself, so I’m sure we’re going in the right direction. We’ll find it, sir.

Starscream: Heh! I see you’re overconfident as usual.

Demolishor: What was that, Starscream?

Starscream: Nothing, I was just talking to myself.

Demolishor: Heh, keep talking ’cause no one else is listening to you anymore.

Starscream: What’s that?

Cyclonus: Yeah, Starscream, give it up. You couldn’t even find your way to the Mini-Con if I pointed you right to it. Like this.

Demolishor: The Mini-Con.

Megatron: Well, where is it?

Starscream: That Mini-Con belongs to me.

Demolishor: I sense it’s very close by.

Megatron: Get it.

Cyclonus: Last one there has a rotten circuit.

Starscream (thinking): That Mini-Con will be mine. There’s no way I’ll let Demolishor or Cyclonus get it. And once I have it, even Megatron won’t get in my way.

[Commercial]

Hot Shot: Whhhooa!

Optimus: Hot Shot!

Red Alert: Are you all right?

Hot Shot: Yeah, I’m okay. But that was close.

Cyclonus: Oh shoot, I missed him.

Rad: It’s them!

Red Alert: Decepticons!

Hot Shot: I should’ve known.

Demolishor: We came for the Mini-Con.

Optimus: Not if you’re going to use it for evil purposes!

Megatron: What we do with it is none of your business, Optimus Prime. Blast ’em.

Red Alert: Kids, run!

Hot Shot: Those creeps.

Rad: The trees are on fire!

Optimus: Don’t shoot unless you have a clear line of fire. We mustn’t harm this forest.

Hot Shot: C’mon, are you serious?

Optimus: That’s an order!

Demolishor: I love Autobot hunting.

Starscream: Transform, now!

Cyclonus: You creep. Transform!
Starscream: I’ll show ’em how it’s —

Cyclonus: — Out of the way!

Starscream: Cyclonus!

Cyclonus: You’re out of your league. Stand back and let a pro show you how to do some real destruction.

Starscream: You’re blocking my target!

Rad: No, the animals!

Alexis: Rad, wait!

Rad: No, not this way.

Alexis: Over here!

Rad: Are the animals safe?

Carlos: You bet.

Rad: Optimus!

Optimus: Are you kids all right?

Alexis: Yeah, thanks for saving us!

Carlos: That was awesome.

Rad: We have to put out this fire. And right now.

Optimus: Red Alert, Hot Shot, front and center.

Cyclonus: You should check your warranty. I think it’s expired.

Starscream: I’ll give you an overhaul you won’t forget.

Megatron: Would you two please stop your bickering?

Demolishor: Megatron! There. Look, they’re getting away.

Megatron: What? Hahaha, look at those cowards run.

Demolishor: Should we go after them?

Megatron: No, first we must find that Mini-Con panel.

Demolishor: Right.

Optimus: This is a very dangerous situation. Now let’s put out this fire.

Red Alert: Yes, sir.

Hot Shot: But Optimus, what if the Decepticons get to the Mini-Con first?

Optimus: Putting out the fire is more important than that. The safety of the wildlife in this forest takes priority. Let’s concentrate on fighting this fire.

Hot Shot: Yes, sir!

Red Alert: Let’s get to work.

Optimus: You kids can help, but stay safe.

Rad: We’ll do what we can.

Hot Shot: This oughta cool things off.

Alexis: They can’t stop it. It’s spreading too fast.

Rad: They need our help.

Carlos: And they need some water.

Rad: Yeah, you’re right. Okay, go for it, Laserbeak.

Alexis: Look, he found a lake!

Rad: All right!

Carlos: But how do we get the water here?

Rad: I don’t know.

Red Alert: I know what to do. We’ll use the container and create a fire extinguisher. Agreed?

Optimus: Do it. Sparkplug, come in. Do you copy? We have a situation. I’ll send you our co-ordinates. Bring the container to us.

Red Alert: The fire’s closing in. Hang tough. Once Leader-1 gets here, we’ll be fine.

Optimus: Stand by. Here he comes. You’re just in time, my friend. Container, open! Okay men, let’s do this. Red Alert, take the lead.

Red Alert: I’m on it, sir.

Rad: C’mon, let’s give ’em a hand.

Carlos: Well, sure! Haha!

Demolishor: There it is, the Mini-Con panel!

Megatron: So tell me, where is it, Demolishor?

Demolishor: Up there.

Megatron: Ah, I see it now.

Starscream: Please let me retrieve it, sir.

Megatron: This one’s mine, boys. I believe for the benefit for the Decepticons it would be better for me to increase my power.

Starscream: But you said the next Mini-Con that we find would be mine!

Megatron: Demolishor, I want that tree cut down. And make sure you don’t damage that Mini-Con.

Demolishor: I’m on it, sir.

Starscream: But Megatron!

Megatron: Stop pestering me, Starscream.

Starscream: Errghh…

Red Alert: All right. I’ve got everything hooked up now.

Optimus: Good work.

Rad: We’re all set.

Hot Shot: I’m ready when you are.

Red Alert: Here goes. I’m starting the pump.

Rad: The pressure looks good. Here comes the water.

Hot Shot: So much for that blaze.

Alexis: Yeah! It’s working.

Carlos: Excellent.

Rad: Optimus, we can handle things here. You guys go stop the Decepticons.

Optimus: Okay, thanks.

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha. Another Mini-Con will soon be mine. What’s this?!

Optimus: Decepticons, your little hunting trip ends here.

Megatron: I thought we chased you off, Prime. Get them!

Optimus: Autobots, attack!
Cyclonus: I’m gonna blast you to pieces!

Red Alert: Not if I blast you first.

Hot Shot: Back off, you stooge.

Demolishor: We’re gonna get that Mini-Con.

Optimus: The Mini-Cons will not be used as tools of war.

Megatron: I will do with them as I please, and you can’t stop me.

Starscream: Transform!

Megatron: What? What’s he doing?

Cyclonus: He’s blown a circuit!

Starscream: That Mini-Con will be all mine! I’ve got it… At last, I have one for my own. It’s mine! My very own Mini-Con! Go on. Scan my beautiful image. Give me what I deserve! Yes! Show me my partner. I will call you Swindle. Transform for me now, Swindle. Hahaha. I’ll have enough power to rule the land and the sky! Come to me, Swindle. Let’s combine. Transform and combine!

Megatron: Just what do you think you’re doing, Starscream?

Starscream: Let me show you my incredible power! Behold the Null Laser Cannon! Look what I have done. My powers are awesome.

Optimus: He’s out of control.

Megatron: You’ll pay, Starscream. Decepticons, retreat.

Starscream: Hey, Autobots. You had better keep your eyes on me from now on. Hahaha…

Red Alert: He’s right. He could cause us a lot of trouble.

Hot Shot: If you ask me, I think he’s got a few circuits loose.

Rad: Optimus! Good news, we were able to put the fire out!

Optimus: Good work, team.

Hot Shot: I sure hope nobody got hurt.

Carlos: Everybody’s okay.

Rad: Hey, what happened here? Don’t tell me the Decepticons got to the Mini-Con panel before you did.

Optimus: Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happened.

Rad: Hey, sorry. We should’ve left the fire and helped you guys out instead.

Optimus: No, Rad. You’re wrong. All of you took over for us. And you put the fire out. You did the right thing. We’ll have another chance to win back the Mini-Con, but we wouldn’t have had another chance to save the environment if it weren’t for you. If this entire forest were lost, it would take years for the things to go back to the way they were. You stopped a disaster from happening. I’m satisfied with the way things turned out.

Rad: So are we. (VO) That was the day that we realized the Autobots were not just machines. They had compassion for the living things in the forest just like us. Optimus knew it was more important to preserve our fragile environment.

[Commercial]

Starscream: Out of the way. Let me handle this. Transform and combine! Fire the Null Laser Cannon! Oh my, it’s so easy. I must be the most powerful Decepticon in the universe! …Even more powerful than Megatron! Hahahahahahahahahahahahaha!

Megatron: Oh, we’ll just see about that, Starscream.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Soldier” – Episode 5
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Rad (VO): Hi, my name’s Rad and I want to tell you about the Transformers, mechanical beings from another world. There’s the Autobots, the good guys, and the Decepticons. They’re all fighting over a tiny race of robots called the Mini-Cons, who crash landed on Earth thousands of years ago and they’re scattered all over the planet. The Decepticons want to collect them and use them to increase their power, but the Autobots will put a stop to that. For me, it started out like any other day… Then again, how many other kids are surrounded by giant Transformers from the planet Cybertron? (Out loud) Heh, heh, you can’t catch me! Come on!

Hot Shot: Hey, you guys! Slow down, my circuits are overheating. Boy, I don’t like this game tag. Hey, Jolt, I need your help! It’s your turn to be ‘it.’

Carlos: Whoa! You nuts?!

Hot Shot: Hey! I think I’m starting to get the hang of it.

Carlos: Hey, put me down, you overgrown egg beater!

Hot Shot: You’re it, Carlos!

Red Alert: Hot Shot, knock it off. We’ve got plenty of work to do around here.

Hot Shot: Hey… Can’t a ‘bot have a little fun around here?

Red Alert: Not when I’m stuck doing all your work for the last two hours.

Hot Shot: I’m really not in the mood to argue, Red Alert. I’ll get my work done. Don’t you worry.

Optimus: What’s going on here?

Red Alert: Nothing, sir. Nothing at all.

Hot Shot: We were just talking, sir. Just talking, that’s all.

Optimus: Well, let’s get back to work. We don’t have much time.

Alexis: Hey Rad, what’s up with Optimus? (VO) I guess the Autobots are in a hurry to get the Mini-Cons. And I get a feeling something big is about to happen, which means the Decepticons can’t be too far away.

[Commercial]

Carlos: So, uh, any ideas what the big secret is, Rad?

Rad: No clue. But I guess we really should get out of their hair.

Hot Shot: Sorry about that back there. Red Alert’s a little uptight, that’s all.

Alexis: Well maybe that’s because he’s working 24/7.

Optimus: And because of it, Red Alert has single-handedly made our base functional.

Hot Shot: But he’s a chief science officer. Besides, you know I was assigned to be strictly a warrior, not a janitor.

Optimus: Listen to me, Hot Shot. Even warriors have to prepare for battle.

Hot Shot: So what are you saying?

Optimus: Red Alert and I have fought many battles together, Hot Shot. And long before you had been reassigned, we won those battles because he had done his homework. It’s not glamourous, but it’s essential.

Hot Shot: Hey, don’t worry. I’m ready.

Optimus: That’s the Mini-Con symbol. It looks like we’re about to get busy.

Red Alert: I’m ready, sir.

Optimus: Then let’s do this. Men, prepare to launch. Transform!

Red Alert: Transform!

Hot Shot: Transform!

Optimus: Fasten your seat belts, kids, because we’re warping to the antarctic. Red Alert, Hot Shot, lock in co-ordinates now. Begin final launch sequence.

Red Alert & Hot Shot: Launch sequence engaged.

Optimus: Ignition!

Hot Shot: I’m right behind ya!

Red Alert: And we have lift-off.

Demolishor: Megatron… We’ve just detected Mini-Con activity on our scanner.

Megatron: Let’s just make sure we get there before those Autobots do.

Demolishor & Cyclonus: Yes, sir!

Megatron: Where on Earth is Starscream?

Cyclonus: He probably took off to get the Mini-Con because he’s only one left without one! Hehehehe!

Demolishor: Haha, yeah. But Starscream’s so dumb he won’t know where to look for him!

Megatron: Silence, you simpletons.

Starscream: Heh, heh, heh, ha, ha, ha, ha!

Megatron: Go out and capture that Mini-Con. Now get moving!

Carlos: Aw, man. It’s freezing.

Rad: Don’t worry, Carlos. As long as we’re wearing these suits, we’ll be fine.

Alexis: Hey, guys, check out the penguins!

Rad: Whoa, I never thought the South Pole would be this awesome.

Carlos: Yeah, it’s like a regular zoo in a freezer.

[Transition]

Megatron: Spread out, men. That Mini-Con is here somewhere.

Alexis: I wonder why we’re stopping.

Carlos: I hope they didn’t freeze up.

Rad: Hey Hot Shot, what’s going on?

Carlos: Is everything okay?

Optimus: Nothing to worry about. I’ve just detected a small drive system failure. Cargo bay, open!

Carlos: Wicked cool…

Alexis: What did he transform into?

Rad: Hey, it’s a portable command centre. Boy, if I hadn’t seen him transform with my own eyes, I wouldn’t have believed it.

Alexis: This should make the job a little easier.

Carlos: And look, it’s even got a chopper pad and everything! Let’s scope it out, guys.

Rad: Hey, wait up, Carlos.

[Transition]

Red Alert: I think I’ve pinpointed the glitch, sir.

Optimus: Good work, Red Alert. What was the problem with the CPU?

Red Alert: It seems the cold on this continent has caused a glitch.

Hot Shot: C’mon, come on already. We’re wasting time!

Optimus: Now settle down, Hot Shot. We’re not leaving here until I’m back online again.

Hot Shot: Oh great. And I suppose we just let Megatron collect the Mini-Con?

Red Alert: Ready to reboot, sir.

Carlos: Wow, I hope it’s not serious. Hey Rad, I’m gonna ask him how much longer, okay?

Rad: Hey, wait a sec. I’m coming with you, bud.

Alexis: What about me?

Red Alert: I think that should do it, sir.

Optimus: Good work, Red Alert. Let’s round up the kids and move out.

Carlos: Hey Red Alert! So, what’s the plan?

Red Alert: We’re ready to roll. Come on, Hot Shot, let’s do this.

Hot Shot: Hey, would you get off my case? I’ve been ready for an hour already. No cold is gonna stop me from maximum power.

Red Alert: Don’t be so sure.

Hot Shot: Not that I don’t trust you, but I’d better check just to make sure.

Optimus: Hey, there’s no need for all that.

Alexis: What’s with all the attitude, Hot Shot? Hmm?

Red Alert: Actually, he’s smart to check his hard drive out.

Carlos: Hey, Hot Shot, I’m coming with you. Wait up.

Hot Shot: Get in. We’re already behind the 8-Ball. Time to track down one Mini-Con. Hang on, Carlos, we’re gonna make tracks. Ah, nuts. I knew I should’ve brought along snow tires.

Optimus: Remember to be careful out there.

Hot Shot: Whatever…

Rad: Whoa!

Alexis: Wonder what his problem is.

Carlos: Oh, hey, Hot Shot… Is something going on between you and Red Alert?

Hot Shot: Nope.

Carlos: You know, I don’t think it’s a good idea if we go too far. I mean, I don’t wanna get stuck out in the middle of nowhere.

Hot Shot: Yeah, we’d be lost out here forever.

Carlos: Huh?! Are you serious?

Hot Shot: I’m just messin’ with ya. Relax, everything’s gonna be just fine.

Carlos: In that case, bro, light it up. It’s pedal to the metal time, Hot Shot!

[Transition]

Starscream: Impossible! I’ve searched everywhere, and still nothing.

Demolishor: Megatron, sir, look! It’s Starscream at twelve o’clock high!

Cyclonus: I told you we’d find him here. Heh, heh, heh.

Megatron: Follow him then. He may be on to something.

Hot Shot: I’m locking on to a faint signal, Carlos, and it looks like it’s coming from dead ahead.

Carlos: Look… The ocean!

Hot Shot: I guess we’ll have to head back. There’s no way I’m going into that oversized bathtub full of ice cubes.

Carlos: Yeah, okay. Oh, and Hot Shot… You mind cranking up the heat in here a touch? It’s cold.

[Transition]

Starscream: Huh? What was that? Yes! I’ve locked on and I’m going in! You’re all mine, Mini-Con. Bingo! My very own Mini-Con! Hahaha… Huh? What’s this? An Autobot?! Sorry, bad boy, but you’re going down.

Carlos: Incoming!

Starscream: Time for a little strafe and run! I’m locked on.

Hot Shot: Hang on, Carlos!

[Commercial]

Carlos: Jolt! All right!

Hot Shot: That was too close for comfort. I owe ya, Jolt.

Carlos: Hot Shot, look!

Hot Shot: The Mini-Con.

Carlos: Oh no, he’s back.

Hot Shot: Don’t worry, the showdown will be over before you know it.

Demolishor: Megatron, look, the Mini-Con!

Cyclonus: But no sign of Starscream. So where is that jackhead anyway?

Megatron: Forget him. Just make sure no one gets their hands on that Mini-Con.

[Transition]

Rad: What’s that?

Alexis: I’d say it looks like a Mini-Con.

Red Alert: There’s no time to waste. We have to investigate.

Rad: What about Carlos?

Red Alert: I’m sure they’ll be all right.

Optimus: You three wait here. I’ll go in for a look.

Rad: Yeah. Okay. Sure.

Red Alert: Transform!

[Transition]

Starscream: Too late, Autobot. I was here first and that Mini-Con is all mine.

Hot Shot: Sorry, but my job’s to keep the Mini-Cons out of the hands of Decepticons like you.

Starscream: Tough talk, but you’re outnumbered. Look behind you.

Carlos: Huh? Holy smokes, Hot Rod, we’re surrounded. We gotta vamos or we’re cooked. Let’s go.

Hot Shot: Hang on. I’ve got an idea.

Carlos: Are you nuts?

Starscream: Oh no!

Megatron: You disappoint me again, Starscream. You’re pathetic.
Starscream: B-but Megatron, I —

Megatron: — Enough of your petty excuses.

Demolishor: Heh, I say it serves him right for trying to be a one man army.

Cyclonus: Now he’s just a pile of trash.

Megatron: That’s enough! We’ve got a Mini-Con to capture.

Hot Shot: Well, boys, it’s been a slice!

Cyclonus: He’s getting away!

Demolishor: Not on my watch.

Rad: I see something over that ridge. Hot Shot’s under attack.

Red Alert: Don’t worry. He knows what he’s doing.

Carlos: Aaah! Here we go again!

Hot Shot: Transform!

Cyclonus: Hahaha! I guess that takes care of your little friend. Now it’s your turn. Laser Pulse Attack!

Starscream: I need that extra power…

Red Alert: You two find a place to hide.

Rad: Alexis, you wait here, understand? I’m going after Carlos.

Alexis: No, I’m coming with you, Rad.

Cyclonus: Oh, let me finish him off, Megatron.

Megatron: He’s all yours, Cyclonus.

Cyclonus: Hello… Buh-bye!

Hot Shot: Red Alert! Thanks, pal!

Red Alert: Doing my job and nothing more.

Demolishor: I hope you like pain!

Megatron: Uh, pardon me, but… It’s your move, friend.

Hot Shot: Hey, don’t worry about me, Red Alert. Just take him out!

Cyclonus: You are so finished, bolts for brains. Nobody sneaks up from me from behind and gets away with it. Ever. Understand?

Megatron: So then, what is he worth to you?

Demolishor: Aw, what’s the matter? Too scared you might hurt your little friend? Then how about showing me what you’ve got?!

Cyclonus: Sorry! Missed! Ha.

Hot Shot: Transform!

Red Alert: Are you okay?

Hot Shot: Never better.

Red Alert: Hahaha.

Hot Shot: Hahaha.

Demolishor: I’ll show those two. Just twitch and you’re toast! Go ahead, boys… Give me a reason.

Optimus: Transform!

Red Alert: Optimus…

Megatron: Ugh… Retreat!

Hot Shot: Oh no! I forgot about Carlos!

Starscream: Yes. Soon I’ll have my very own pet.

Rad: Just hang in there, Carlos, K?

Carlos: What about the Mini-Con?

Rad: Hey, one thing at a time, bud.

Starscream: Yes! Mission accomplished! What the?! Huh?! Aaaahhh!

Alexis: Hey, I wonder what this Mini-Con’ll look like.

Rad: Your guess is as good as mine, Alexis.

Carlos: Whoa, check it out. Amazing.

Hot Shot: I guess I owe you an apology, Red Alert.

Red Alert: You don’t owe me anything. We’re on the same team, remember?

Hot Shot: I know I said some pretty harsh things before and I’m really sorry, K?

Red Alert: You don’t have to do this. You know that.

Hot Shot: Optimus told me before we left that you were an awesome warrior back on Cybertron.

Red Alert: So are you.

Rad (VO): That was quite a lesson Hot Shot learned that day. And I guess we all learned a lesson after that.

Alexis (VO): It was nice to see the two of them finally getting along. And sure, there would be a lot more battles ahead to test their metal, but for right now, let’s just enjoy the moment.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Comrade” – Episode 4
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Red Alert: Optimus, I’m picking up a signal from a Mini-Con. I’m having a tough time determining its exact location. I think someone could be interfering with its signal. It keeps fading in and out.

Optimus: Red Alert, can you lock in on those co-ordinates?

Red Alert: Not at this time. It’s too scrambled, sir. I’m trying to trace it, but right now I only know the general area where its at.

Hot Shot: That’s good enough for me. Now let’s get out there before the Decepticons do.

Rad: But Hot Shot, we don’t know where we’re going!

Carlos: Yeah! Don’t get all revved up and tear off without a plan.

Alexis: Chill out. I’ve tapped into the system and I think I can figure out where that Mini-Con is. I’ve entered the data into my locator, but it doesn’t seem to boost the signal enough. You wanna take a look, Sureshock? Well, okay. It’s all setup. Go on, give it a scan.

Optimus: Good work, Sureshock. You did it. The Mini-Con signal is coming from somewhere in that region.

Carlos: Hey, I know that place.

Rad: Yeah, that’s Big Canyon.

Alexis: So why don’t we get out there!

Optimus: Autobots, prepare to move out.

Alexis: Wait, you can’t leave without us.

Red Alert: You kids better suit up then, okay?

Alexis: Whooaa…

Carlos: Hey, check me out!

Alexis: Yeah, it’s just like we’re part of the Autobot team now.

Rad: Uh, hey, my suit? You forgot about me! Nice fit.

Carlos: Rad, what’s the hold up?

Alexis: Okay, Optimus, we’re all suited up. Let’s get this show on the road.

Optimus: All right, let’s go find that Mini-Con.

[Commercial]

Red Alert: Everything checks out, Optimus. We’re ready to roll.

Carlos: Wow, cool!

Rad: Hey, hold on, you guys.

Carlos: So, uh, what’s the problem?

Alexis: My suit itches too, but you’ll get used to it.

Rad: No, that’s not it. It’s just that, uh — Yeah, like High Wire says. Big Canyon is at least a hundred miles away. And it’ll take us a while to get there.

Alexis: Then we shouldn’t waste anymore time standing here talking.

Carlos: Yeah, the Decepticons probably picked up that Mini-Con’s signal too.

Rad: Aren’t you guys at all curious how we’re going to get from here to there in such a short time?

Optimus: You two better strap yourselves in.

Alexis: Sure thing, Optimus. Oh, cool.

Carlos: Yeah…

Rad: Big Canyon is miles away.

Alexis: Oh, would you just relax and enjoy the ride?

Rad: It’ll be a long haul. I’m all for road trips, but I’d like to know how we’re gonna get there. It might be dangerous.

Hot Shot: Ready to warp, sir.

Carlos & Alexis: Huh? Aaaah!

Alexis: Did he say warp?

Rad: Why do I even bother talking to these two?

Optimus: Engage the warp drive.

Alexis: I feel sick.

Carlos: Ugh, me too.

Optimus: Don’t worry, you’ll get used to it.

Carlos: Sure.

Rad: Right. Let’s get to work, guys.

Alexis: This place is so big. Where do we start looking?

Optimus: If we’re going to find that Mini-Con, I think the best thing to do is to split into groups, keep in contact and report back if you see anything. Anything at all. Remember, we can’t let the Mini-Cons fall into the hands of the Decepticons.

Carlos: All right, I’m with ya, Red Alert. Okay, amigo. Fire up the engine and put it in gear. I’m ready!

Red Alert: Heh. Here we go!

Rad: Wait… Carlos! Hey, come back! Ah, nevermind.

Alexis: I guess I better find myself a ride too. Can I ride with you, Hot Shot?

Hot Shot: Sure ya can. Climb on in.

Optimus: Rad, you ride with Hot Shot. The Mini-Cons, with me. Move out.

Hot Shot: All systems go! Wooo-haha!

Rad: Come back! Uh, guys? Guys? …Anybody?!

Megatron: Hahaha, I’ve recovered one Mini-Con so far. But there are so many more that we need to find.

Starscream: And once we have all the Mini-Cons in our posession, there will be no stopping us.

Megatron: Our time is quickly running out. We cannot afford to let the Autobots get the Mini-Cons before we do.

Starscream: Yes, of course, Megatron. Under your great leadership, there is no chance that the Autobots will be able to beat us, sir.

Cyclonus: I can’t wait to hook up with a Mini-Con to increase my power so I can blast Optimus Prime into the next galaxy! Ooooh, it’ll be —

Starscream: — The next Mini-Con belongs to me!

Megatron: That’s enough, Starscream!

Starscream: Forgive me, Megatron.

Megatron: These petty fights must end right now. You will put your jealousies aside. It is our destiny to take control of the Mini-Cons and bring the Autobots to their knees! We are Decepticons! Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!

Rad: It sure is lonely way out here. It’s no fair. They all go on a joyride without me.

Alexis: Hey Rad! Need a lift?

Rad: Alexis! Why did you guys take off on me?

Alexis: Hot Rod is an amazing vehicle. And once I was inside, the speed, the power… I guess I got carried away.

Rad: Yeah, carried away without me.

Carlos: Yeah, all right! Now we’re really moving, Red Alert. Man, I love off-roading. It’s the best!

Red Alert: Hey, don’t forget we’re on a mission here. We have to find that Mini-Con.

Carlos: Yeah, I know, but we can still have a little fun along the way, can’t we? Oohh, good one!

Red Alert: Not too rough for you, I hope.

Carlos: Nope. Don’t worry, dude. I can handle it.

Red Alert: You humans are a fearless species.

Rad: Are you sure this the right car for the job?!

Alexis: This road is a little bumpy.

Rad: My teeth are rattling so much, they’re gonna bounce right outta my head!

Alexis: Stop talking, or else you’ll bite your tongue!

Rad: Ow, I just did!

Hot Shot: What’s the problem? I haven’t even taken it outta first gear yet.

Alexis: You mean you can go faster?

Rad: I feel a whole lot safer on my BMX.

Alexis: I can’t find the brake pedal!

Rad: You mean there’s no way to stop?

Hot Shot: I’m really gonna open it up now. Hold on.

Alexis: How can we go any faster than this?!

Rad: Why did I ever come along on this crazy ride?

Optimus: Any sign of the Mini-Con? It’s somewhere out there. And the sooner we find it, the better.

Red Alert: Transform!

Carlos: Does it hurt when you do that?

Red Alert: Don’t worry, Carlos. I am mechanical, so I do not feel the sensation of pain as you know it.

Carlos: You still feel pain, though, right?

Red Alert: Sorry, your question is not relevant to our mission. Let’s keep moving.

Carlos: Great, a real tough guy.

Hot Shot: Hang on!

Rad: Ahaha… That was fun. Hot Shot, turn on your locator and see if that Mini-Con is anywhere around here.

Hot Shot: Can you give me the co-ordinates again?

Rad: Oh, yeah. Wait, I… Laserbeak here will be able to help you with that. If you access the data from Laserbeak’s optic sensor, he may be able to spot the location of the Mini-Con.

Hot Shot: Copy that. I’m downloading the data now.

Alexis: Look, he’s going over the ravine.

Hot Shot: And it looks like he’s locked on to something.

Rad: Hey, Alexis, try and find the easiest way for us to get down there.

Alexis: You want a nice smooth road. All right, I’ll program the computer to highlight the flat terrain.

Rad: So those green areas are the really flat spots. Pick any road you want, Hot Shot, just no more bumps and bruises, okay?

Hot Shot: Sorry about that. I’m just a little eager.

Rad: Me too. I guess we both want to do a good job.

Alexis: Hehehe…

Rad: Hey, what’s up?

Alexis: Oh, nothing. I just can’t wait to tell Carlos how scared you were back there.

Rad: I was not scared!

Alexis: You were cwying just wike a wittle baby.

Rad: Oh, sure. You weren’t?

Hot Shot: Ahem… Excuse me, you two. I’ve charted a course and I’m set to go.

Alexis: We’ll just follow Laserbeak. He knows where to go.

Hot Shot: I’ll maintain the link-up, but you two keep your eyes open for that Mini-Con.

Rad: But what if we run into the Decepticons?

Alexis: Just don’t overreact, Rad. Don’t let them see that you’re afraid.

Rad: Aw, right. Thanks for the hot tip.

Alexis: Don’t worry. We’re going to find that Mini-Con before they do, anyway. If we don’t run out of gas, first.

Hot Shot: That’s not possible, Alexis. I run on fuel cells and I’ve got a backup in the trunk.

Alexis: That’s good, ’cause I’d sure hate to get stuck up here in the desert.

Rad: Laserbeak’s got something in his sights.

Alexis: What’s that? That’s not a natural formation.

Rad: Hot Shot!

Hot Shot: What?

Rad: Stop now.

Hot Shot: Okay.

Rad: Stop right now!

Hot Shot: Okay!

Alexis: There’s some kind of panel in that rock face.

Rad: That means it could only be one thing…

Alexis & Rad: A Mini-Con!

[Commercial]

Optimus: Huh? What’s that, High Wire? There’s a message coming in from Hot Shot. Go ahead, Hot Shot, I’m here.

Hot Shot: Optimus, we’ve found something.

Optimus: What is it?

Hot Shot: We’ve discovered a panel embedded in the rock out here.

Optimus: That could be the Mini-Con.

Hot Shot: Rad, Alexis and I are gonna take a closer look. I’ll report back if I find anything.

Optimus: Good luck, I’ll be standing by. You three might have another friend joining you.

Carlos: Bah! I think we’re lost. I told you we should’ve turned right at that riverbed back there.

Red Alert: If we would’ve done that it would’ve taken us way off our course.

Carlos: Well I’m starting to think your location circuit is malfunctioning.

Red Alert: You obviously haven’t learned that it is disrespectful to talk back to your superiors.

Carlos: Hey, I thought we were partners. You know, like a team.

Red Alert: A team?

Megatron: Hahaha. There’s another Mini-Con on Earth. Demolishor, Cyclonus, get down there and bring it to me.

Cyclonus & Demolishor: Yessir, Megatron!

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

Starscream: Erghh…

Rad: Ah, this is more like it. You see, Hot Shot, if you want to open it up on a road like this, then go ahead. I’m all for it. Hey…

Alexis: What’s that?

Hot Shot: It’s the Decepticons. They’ve found us.

Cyclonus: Transform! Yeehaw-haw!

Alexis: We’re sitting ducks down here.

Rad: Alexis… I thought you said not to show you’re afraid.

Alexis: I can’t help it!

Hot Shot: Time for some evasive maneuvers.

Carlos: They’re in mucho trouble, Red Alert.

Red Alert: I’m driving as fast as I can.

Carlos: Well, hurry!

Red Alert: The Decepticons are trying their old divide and conquer trick again.

Optimus: Oh, no! High Wire, Sureshock, Grindor, move out! Hot Shot and Red Alert could use your assistance. I’m going to the new Mini-Con’s location before Megatron gets there.

Rad: Those missiles are getting kinda close, Hot Shot!

Hot Shot: You think I don’t know that?

Rad: Okay, enough with the defensive driving. You have my permission to put the pedal to the metal any time now.

Hot Shot: I’m already going at full throttle.

Cyclonus: Now I got ’em!

Rad: Can you shake ’em, Hot Shot?

Hot Shot: I’m doing the best I can!

Red Alert: What’s happening, Alexis?

Alexis: We’re under attack and things are getting pretty hot!

Rad: The Decepticons must want that Mini-Con real bad.

Carlos: I know. They don’t stop till they get what they’re after.

Red Alert: Optimus, you copy? I could use some backup. We’re under heavy fire.

Optimus: Hang tight. You’ll just have to hold on till we can join forces.

Red Alert & Hot Shot: Yessir!

Carlos: All right! The calvary’s come to save the day! Woohoo! Yahoo!

Demolishor: You won’t get away from me that easily!

Carlos: Urgh, that was a little too close for comfort.

Red Alert: Sit tight. Re-inforcements will be here soon.

Optimus: Transform! The other Autobots should be here by now. Huh? This is it. There’s the panel in the rock face. Aaah! Decepticons!

Megatron: Transform! Hahaha, Optimus Prime, the desert is a desolate place. But an excellent choice for your demise.

Optimus: Megatron!

Megatron: If you’re all that stands between me and that Mini-Con, then I’ll have to ask you to move… with this!

Optimus: Forget it, Megatron. I won’t let you have this Mini-Con.

Megatron: You’ve really got some nerve. You’re in no position to tell me what to do. Face it, the Decepticons will take control of all the Mini-Cons. You have no way to stop us.

Optimus: That’s what you think.

Hot Shot: We’re almost there.

Alexis: I sure hope so.

Rad: Carlos, how are you guys doing over there?

Carlos: Ah, there’s a Decepticon on our tail… And he’s gaining on us!

Red Alert: I’m putting a stop to this now!

Demolishor: Ha, you can’t be serious. A puny Autobot like you is going to challenge me? Who do you think you are? Megatron is sure to reward me handsomely for blasting you into oblivion.

Red Alert: Carlos, open your door. Hang on!

Demolishor: Nice try!

Carlos: Let’s get outta here!

Alexis: I dunno if we’re gonna make it!

Hot Shot: Oh no! I’m boxed in!

Cyclonus: Hahahaha!

Rad: Wait here. I’m going for help.

Alexis: We can’t just leave Hot Shot. He’s an easy target sitting out here.

Hot Shot: Head’s up!

Alexis: Rad! Wait!

Rad: All right!

Alexis: Here they come.

Rad: You need a ride?

Alexis: Sure.

Rad: Look, it’s Laserbeak!

Alexis: Let’s follow him.

Megatron: I’ve waited aeons for this moment. This is my chance to turn the mighty Optimus Prime into scrap! You didn’t know that I had my own Mini-Con. Look here. Transform and combine! Together we’ll finish you off.

Starscream: No, let me do it! You have your partner Mini-Con, but I’ll show you how powerful I am on my own!

Megatron: Starscream, I never gave you the order to beam down to the planet.

Starscream: Transform! You’re mine now, Prime.

Rad: Oh no!

Alexis: No, stop!

Carlos: He can’t!

Rad: High Wire!

Alexis: Did you see that, Rad?

Rad: They combined…

Megatron: You fool, Starscream!

Alexis: What’s happening to the panel in the rock face?

Rad: Optimus! Optimus!

Optimus: The Mini-Con has been activated. I don’t believe it. It’s my partner Mini-Con. Well, my old friend, I could use some help. Are you ready for some action?

Megatron: Errr… The Mini-Con!

Optimus: Transform and combine! Maximum blast!

Rad: All right!

Megatron: This is your fault, Starscream.

Rad: Hey, they’re gone. They’re gone!

Optimus: Thank you for your help, Leader-1. I could not have beat them without you. And welcome to the team.

Carlos: Great, we did it! We got the Mini-Con, and I think everybody’s okay.

Red Alert: Mission accomplished.

Rad: Carlos, if you’re not too busy, Hot Shot could use a hand. He seems to be stuck between a rock and a hard place. (VO) Alexis, Carlos and I all agreed that our run-in with the Decepticons that day was probably the scariest thing we’d ever been through. Thanks to the Autobots and the Mini-Cons, everything turned out all right, though. Optimus even found his long lost partner Mini-Con. He calls him Leader-1. When those two combine, his powers are twice as awesome. I guess it’s true what they say, nothing works better than teamwork.

[Commercial]

Demolishor: Starscream is in detention as you requested, Megatron.

Megatron: Very well.

Demolishor: Sir, I know that our mission failed, but why did you discipline him in such a harsh manner?

Megatron: Because if anyone dares to defy my authority, they will get the same treatment.

Demolishor: Uh, of course, sir.

Megatron: It could have been mine. If it weren’t for the Autobots, I would’ve had that Mini-Con right now. Optimus Prime got lucky, but sooner or later his luck will run out.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Base” – Episode 3
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

–
Rad: (VO) Here’s what happened on the last “Transformers: Armada.”

Optimus: Leave these kids out of our battle, Megatron, or face my wrath.

Megatron: Oh, you dare to threaten me, Optimus Prime? I welcome your wrath because it pales in comparison to what I have instore for you… I intend to crush you, and that includes your little friends. Hahahaha!

Megatron: Errrgghh…

Optimus: Listen up, kids. It’s time to make a run for it.

Rad: (VO) And that’s exactly what we did. Y’see, the war between the Autobots and Decepticons is just heating up. And at first, we didn’t wanna get in the middle of it. So my friends Alexis, Carlos and I ran for cover while the battle of the bots was about to begin. My name’s Rad, and stick around for another episode of Transformers: Armada.

[Transition]

Starscream: Enemy at twelve o’clock low!

Optimus: Why don’t you take your little toys back home, Megatron!

Cyclonus: Yeehaw! Let the games begin!

Red Alert: Oh no! He’s hit!

Hot Shot: You okay, sir?

Starscream: Time to finish ’em off for good.

Megatron: Haha, care to surrender, my friend?

Optimus: Haha, and miss all this fun?

Megatron: I still you still have a sense of humour. Well, Leader-1 will take care of that.

Alexis: Hey look, he has a Mini-Con!

Carlos: Yeah right!

Megatron: Transform!

Rad: And it looks like Megatron has already brainwashed him.

Megatron: A little added firepower.

Optimus: Huh? Haha, you missed!

Megatron: Laugh now, but that is only a taste of my power. And when I’m good and ready, you will not know what hit you. Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!

Rad: Aw, man. I can’t believe how much that puny Mini-Con jacked up his power.

Carlos: Yeah, no kidding!

Alexis: Don’t you get it? That’s the reason they’re all fighting to control them.

Megatron: Now I will lead the Decepticons to victory. And the planet Cybertron will be all mine! Ha, ha, ha, ha! It’s time to turn it up!

Hot Shot: Oh no! It’s a landslide! Hang on!

Optimus: Hot Shot, are you all right?

Hot Shot: I’m a-okay, and check this out, chief. They’re clean as a whistle.

Red Alert: Excuse me, Hot Shot, but would you please quit hogging all the glory?

Alexis: What happened to Megatron? Hey guys! Take a look over there!

Starscream: Megatron! Are you all right? Are you all right?!

Megatron: Yes, I’m fine. Now go and destroy that obnoxious Optimus Prime.

Starscream: Yessir.

Optimus: Out of my way! Time to settle this once and for all, Megatron!

Megatron: Come on, give it your best shot!

Hot Shot: Hot Shot, transform!

Red Alert: Red Alert, transform!

Megatron: Ah, yes, now I find out they’re all incompetent. Time to take matters into my own hands.

Red Alert & Hot Shot: They’ve all retreated, sir!

Optimus: And we’re going after them.

Rad: Would you hurry up, already?

Carlos: I’m trying…

Cyclonus: Ready or not, here I come! Hehehe! Oooh, I do love surprises. Gotta run!

Rad: Aw man, that guy burns me up.

Megatron: Errrgh! This is taking far too long.

Cyclonus: The Earthlings have uncovered more Mini-Cons, sir.

Megatron: Yes… Excellent news, Cyclonus.

Cyclonus: Oooh, I knew you’d be pleased!

Megatron: Oh, trust me. I’m very pleased. C’mon boys, we’ve got work to do.

Starscream & Demolishor: Yessir!

[Transition]

Optimus: I’m sure Cyclonus reported your little discovery, which can only mean one thing. Megatron is on his way back.

Rad: But what does he want with us, anyway? All we did was find the Mini-Cons.

Optimus: I wish I had an answer for you, but I don’t.

Rad: You know, this whole thing happened totally by accident. Carlos and me were just checking out this dumb old cave when I saw that glowing plate.

[Flashback]

Carlos: Please, Rad. Be careful, okay?

Rad: What is it?

Carlos: I dunno, but it looks radioactive to me.

Rad: Aaaahhh!

Carlos: C’mon, Rad, let’s high-tail it outta here!

[End of flashback]

Rad: Boy, that whole place lit up like a Christmas tree. I guess when I picked up that plate, it caused the Mini-Cons to come out of hibernation or something. Believe me, Optimus, I never would’ve touched it if I had know it would start a war.

Optimus: Please, don’t blame yourself. We knew it was only a matter of time before someone discovered the Mini-Cons. I suppose we were living on borrowed time. But at the very moment you picked up that plate, we received the signal in our Cybertron headquarters. Immediately I dispatched my most elite force to where we were receiving the signal from. It was a matter of urgency that we arrived before the Mini-Cons fall into the hands of our arch-rivals, the evil Decepticons. Unfortunately, they too received the signal and our battle has been renewed.

[Commercial]

Alexis: Well, I suppose we should introduce ourselves. My name is Alexis… And this is Carlos and Rad.

Optimus: I am Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots. And our mission is simple; to destroy the Decepticons before they can capture all the Mini-Cons.

Carlos: Well if you guys need anything at all, you can count on us.

Alexis: Yeah, and we owe you big time, ’cause you’ve saved our lives twice. And we’re not afraid to get our hands dirty, either.

Optimus: I appreciate your generosity, but this is our fight and we must see it through ourselves.

Rad: But I’m the one that kinda started this whole mess, so I’m here for ya.

Optimus: I appreciate that. Now, allow my men to introduce themselves.

Red Alert: My name is Red Alert.

Hot Shot: And you can call me Hot Shot, because that’s exactly what I am, and I don’t take any prisoners.

Carlos: Aw, man! You guys are wicked cool, especially the way you can transform like that… Way cooler than those other dudes.

Rad: So, what’s the deal with the Mini-Cons? When Megatron hooked one on, it seemed he became more powerful.

Optimus: Precisely. The Mini-Cons are the pawns in our battle. Whoever possesses them has the upper hand and is sure to go on to victory. When we first received the transmission that the Mini-Cons had been revived here on Earth, our mission was to be the first to gain possession of them and avoid an all-out war.

Rad: So, the Decepticons want to use the Mini-Cons to gain power, right? Isn’t that what you want too?

Optimus: Yes, but we treat the Mini-Cons as equals, see?

Carlos: Well, whatever he said, it sure looks like those little guys aren’t afraid of you.

Optimus: To the Decepticons they are nothing but slaves.

Rad: I think I understand him. It sounded like he was asking if you guys were just gonna use them as weapons too.

Optimus: The Autobots are peaceful. And when the war is over, the Mini-Cons shall be free. They helped build our cities and our industries on Cybertron. They were built and designed to be workers, but never slaves.

Rad: Let us help you!

Carlos: Yeah, and we’ll do anything you want!

Alexis: What do you say?

Optimus: I told you before. This is our fight. It doesn’t involve you.

Alexis: Like we said, it does. Because we’re the ones who opened up the Pandora’s Box that started all this in the first place. And I know we can help you beat those freaks. Not to mention Rad’s the only one around who seems to know what the Mini-Cons are saying. Isn’t that right, you guys?

Rad: Hey Alexis, I was only guessing what they were saying, that’s all.

Carlos: Yeah, he was just messing with your head, Alexis. Like you woke up one day, dude, and could understand Mini-Con!

Alexis: Don’t you dare mock me! As a matter of fact, I seem to remember you guys practically begging me to come on your little mountain adventure. But did I wanna be seen with a bunch of losers?

Rad: Hey, we were just joking. We’re like the Three Musketeers, girl!

Alexis: All for one, and one for all.

Hot Shot: Huh?

Alexis: What’s wrong? You look confused.

Hot Shot: Yes, I suppose I am. You punched each other in the fist and yet you found humour in it.

Carlos: Yeah, it’s what we do here on Earth. It’s kinda like a sign of friendship.

Hot Shot: All right! Then count me in! Sorry… I – I just wanted to slap fists with you.

Optimus: Hot Shot! Heh, you know I could learn to like this Earth custom.

Carlos: Dude, I just hope they don’t hurt each other.

Optimus: Men, all for one and one for all! Ha, ha, ha, ha!

Billy: I’ve got game. You are going down, little boy. You’re never gonna get past me.

Rad: You wanna put money on that, pal?

Fred: I’m open, I’m open! Hey, come back here. I intercepted that pass, so it’s our ball, you creep.

Carlos: You’re right, friend, it’s not my ball. Here, Alexis!

Alexis: Rad! All right!

Billy: Next time use your hands and not your face.

Fred: I’m sorry.

Rad: Yes! That’s the third time in a row we kicked their butts!

Billy: So where were you guys when the earthquake hit, huh?

Rad: Earthquake? What are you guys talking about?

Carlos: Hmmm… That’s news to me.

Rad: Well maybe we were sleeping or something.

Billy: Don’t play dumb, all right? We saw your bike at the cave, Rad.

Carlos: Yep, you’re right, Billy. We were at the cave. But Rad and me were just there to have a little picnic. We never noticed any earthquake.

Alexis: Besides, if there was an earthquake, it would have been reported at the research station and we would have heard about it on the radio.

Fred: My dad works up there, and he said that they had some pretty weird seismic readings that afternoon.

Alexis: Well, maybe you’re right, but it’s more likely they had some computer glitch or something, that’s all.

Fred & Billy: Aw, man, would you check out that sweet ride!

Rad: Yeah, it was a birthday present from my grandma on the coast. As a matter of fact, I just put it together myself this morning.

Fred: That is one wicked BMX!

Rad: It’s the only one like it in the world.

Fred: No kidding. I’ve been to all the BMX websites and I’ve never seen a bike even close to that one. It’s totally original.

Carlos: Hey sorry, Fred, but we gotta run.

Fred: So where ya guys going?

Billy: Check that skateboard.

Carlos: What, you mean this old thing? It was my dad’s way back in the 80’s. It’s just a hunk of plastic.

Rad: Hey Carlos! You comin’ or what?

Carlos: I’m right behind ya. Later dudes.

Billy: They’re up to something, and I’m gonna find out what.

Carlos: Yeah!

Billy: Those two make me so mad.

Fred: So, Billy, you got some sort of plan cooked up?

Billy: Of course! Only an idiot wouldn’t have a plan, you moron.

Alexis (VO): Oh, man. I am totally surrounded by weirdos.

Billy: Hmmm… Alexis… In our little spat, I almost forgot about her.

Fred: What’s she got to do with anything?

Billy: Everything!

[Commercial]

Carlos: Man, that was a close one with Billy, huh, Rad?

Rad: Yeah, but they bought it, hook, line and sinker!

Alexis: Very funny, you guys, but I hope you realize you just about blew it back there.

Carlos: Awww, chill out, Alexis. They bought it!

Rad: And besides, what are they gonna do?

Alexis: They could open up their big mouths and tell everyone what we know, that’s what. It’s supposed to be our secret, remember?

Carlos: Yeah, yeah, whatever…

Rad: Don’t sweat it, Alexis.

Alexis: Aw, when will you guys ever learn?

Megatron: It’s only a matter of time before we defeat those useless Autobots and I become the supreme leader of Cybertron.

Starscream: And I’ll be your right hand ‘bot.

Demolishor: That’s my job, Starscream!

Starscream: You want a piece of me, punk?

Demolishor: Let’s do it! You are so history.

Starscream: Mwahaha. I’m sorry, but I think you lose this one.

Megatron: That’s enough!

Demolishor: Megatron!

Megatron: Quit wasting your energy. I do not need my men fighting amongst themselves, thank you.

Demolishor: He started it.

Megatron: Stop wasting your time with frivolous playfights.

Starscream: …And when Demolishor said that he was your right hand man, I lost it, Megatron. Because we all know that I’m next in line!

Megatron: Enough of your petty bickering.

Starscream: B-b-b-ut… I was just…

Megatron: Did I not make myself clear the first time? For us to win this war, we must each supplement our power with a Mini-Con. So far, Starscream, you have not yet captured your own.

Starscream: Errrrgghh…

Megatron: Without their power, we will be deadlocked in battle with the Autobots forever. So we must search out all Mini-Cons.

Megatron: Ha, ha, ha. Demolishor…

Demolishor: Yes.

Megatron: Please say hello to your new little partner in crime.

Demolishor: Oh, thank you, Megatron. Thank you so much.

Megatron: Starscream! You know what you have to do. Capture a Mini-Con. And then we will be able to destroy the Autobots once and for all.

Billy: What in the world has been going on here, Fred? Where’s the cave?

Fred: Hey, take a look at this! This is so weird. It’s like some giant bulldozer came through here.

Billy: Yeah, but who in the world could’ve done this?

Fred: You’re asking me? Heh.

Carlos: Wow, this place is totally awesome!

Hot Shot: Heh, you sound like you’ve never been in a spaceship before.

Carlos: It looks so high tech!

Alexis: Um, maybe that’s because it is a spaceship, Carlos. Just ignore him.

Rad: This place is wicked sweet! It’s packed with computers. It’s like the world’s biggest candy store for geeks!

Carlos: Well, that’s what I said but they just made fun of me.

Optimus: Rad, I have something I have to show you. It is time.

Rad: What is that?

Optimus: His name is Laserbeak.

Rad: Laserbeak?

Alexis: Aw, wow, he’s so cute!

Carlos: And he’s so tiny. That is wicked!

Optimus: His job is to ensure your safety while we’re here.

Rad: Hey, does that mean he’ll let us help you fight?

Optimus: I didn’t say that. Your safety is my responsibility.

Rad: High Wire says there are more Mini-Cons who are coming online out there.

Optimus: The Decepticons have been busy…

Rad: So, what’re we gonna do?

Hot Shot: I’d say it’s time to do some serious damage.

Red Alert: Mmmhmm.

Carlos: This is it!

Alexis: I guess so.

Rad: Let’s check it out, guys!

Alexis: I’m hurrying, I’m hurrying. But where are we going?

Rad: Incredible… Whoa. (VO) It was true. Mini-Cons were coming to life all over the place, and our only hope was that the Autobots would be the first to find them.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“Metamorphosis” – Episode 2
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

–

Rad: (VO) From out of nowhere, two giant mechanical beings appeared in the desert, bitter enemies from an ancient time. Now their feud has begun again and Earth is the new battleground. How do I know all this? I was there! My name’s Rad, and little did I — or my two friends, Carlos and Alexis know — but we were about to play a major role in this battle’s outcome.

[Transition]

Billy: Well, I guess we’re trapped in here. It looks like the exit’s sealed.

Fred: Mommy!

Billy: Hey, take it easy. We’ll find a way out. C’mon, pull yourself together.

Megatron: I want the Mini-Cons!

Alexis: …Mini-Cons?

Rad: C’mon, Alexis! We’ve gotta get outta here! What?! What is that?!

Carlos: Aaah!

Rad: Carlos!

Carlos: It’s a showdown.

Alexis: C’mon, follow me.

Rad: Run for it, Alexis! C’mon, let’s head for the cave!

Megatron: What a weakling…

Optimus: Give it up, Megatron!

Megatron: I’ll be back.

Optimus: Huh?

Hot Shot: Hey… Where’d they go?

Optimus: Autobots, front and center.

Red Alert: Yessir. Are you all right, sir?

Optimus: Yes, but we’re all in great danger. We can’t let Megatron get a hold of the Mini-Cons.

Hot Shot: I know they’re using short-warp equipment, so they must have a base set up somewhere near here.

Red Alert: They’re up there…

Cyclonus: Welcome back, Megatron! I trust your mission was a success! Huh? Eh, sir, were you able to get the Mini-Cons? Dah, uh…

Megatron: Quiet, you incompetent fool. Starscream, you scanned the planet. Did you detect the Mini-Con ship anywhere?

Starscream: Well, perhaps it was destroyed. Maybe Cyclonus would have better luck finding it.

Cyclonus: Sir! Allow me! I just know I’ll be able to pinpoint the Mini-Cons’ exact location. I would be greatly honoured if you’d let me…

Megatron: Very well. Go ahead, then.

Cyclonus: Oh, thank you! I won’t let you down, Megatron.

Megatron: You had better not. If you do, I’ll have you dismantled for scrap, then I’ll launch what’s left into the sun! Understand?

Starscream: You had better get to work.

Cyclonus: Oh.

Rad: I think we’ll be safe down in here.

Alexis: Don’t count on it.

Rad: Hey, what do you mean? Alexis!

Alexis: Rad, it’s so obvious. Those robots are definitely going to come looking for us.

Rad: They will? But what do they want with us, anyway?

Alexis: It’s him they’re after.

Carlos: Aw, c’mon, dude. They don’t want me!

Alexis: Not you! It’s that little robot there. That’s what they want.

Rad: You really think so?

Alexis: I’m pretty sure of it. Are those other robots after you?

Rad: I think he likes you, Alexis. So, do you understand what he’s saying?

Alexis: I haven’t got a clue.

Rad: Hey, now where’s he going?

Alexis: Hey! Come back! Huh? What kind of cave is this? We’ll be trapped in here.

Rad: If… we can’t get outta here… Then they can’t get in. What? Well it’s true, isn’t it, Alexis?

Alexis: Sure, but we’re still trapped.

Carlos: Our mechanical amigo wouldn’t lead us into danger. He’s on our side, remember?

Alexis: I hope you’re right.

Carlos: Aw! A spaceship!

Alexis: Hey Carlos, wait for us!

Rad: This is what he’s been trying to tell us all along. So he really is from outer space. I bet he came from a distant galaxy a long time ago to escape those big robots. Maybe, they use small robots like him to increase their power or something. His ship must’ve crash landed on Earth and now they’ve tracked him down.

Alexis: Wow, you think so?

Rad: That’s the only reason I can think of why those big robots would come after him. Let’s see if I can get some more ifno from this ship’s computer.

Carlos: Rad… What is that?

Rad: It’s, uh, Megatron. It says here he’s leader of the Decepticons.

Alexis: He’s the one we saw fighting in the desert today.

Rad: That’s Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots.

Alexis: Yeah, I remember him. He tried to help us.

Rad: Autobots… Their goal is peace in the universe for everyone.

Alexis: …Autobots?

[Commercial]

Megatron: Mini-Cons… You are hiding from me. But I will find you. Hmmm?

Carlos: What’s gotten into him?

Rad: Something’s wrong! He’s going haywire. Look!

Alexis: What is it? Of course…

Rad: Are there more of them out there?

Alexis: Hi, little fella. Hey, guess what! He understands me. He does. He really does.

Carlos: Are you sure? This one’s not reacting to anything I say. Aw, his batteries must be low. Maybe he needs to be recharged or something.

Megatron: What’s this? I’ve found one. A Mini-Con was right under my nose the whole time. Uh, it’s perfect. And it’s my old Mini-Con, Leader-1. It’s so good to see you again. Oh, the things I have instore for you. Hahaha…

Billy: Fred, we made it. We got outta the rotten cave.

Fred: Uh, Billy… Look, what’s that?

Billy: Oh, it’s nothing. Just a… giant footprint!

Fred: Ahh!

Alexis: Huh? What’s up?

Carlos: Hey, looks like the juice is back on.

Alexis: He’s a skateboard! Check this out. This little robots totally rock.

Carlos: Yeah, somehow I’ve got the feeling they’re gonna come in handy.

Rad: Hey, let’s take them for a test drive!

Megatron: How do you explain this?

Cyclonus: I can’t, sir.

Megatron: You were unable to locate this Mini-Con when it was right here all along. And you don’t even have an excuse.

Cyclonus: Sir, it’s my circuits. They’ve been overloaded lately.

Megatron: Shut your mouth! You worthless piece of junk! You’re so lucky, I should melt you down… Ooohh, I’m so tempted. But I need you right now. And do you know why? The Mini-Cons!

Cyclonus: I promise I won’t fail you again, sir.

Megatron: No… You won’t.

Starscream: Heh, heh, heh, heh…

Megatron: What’s so funny, Starscream?!

Starscream: I’m… sorry, sir.

Megatron: Observe the power of this Mini-Con. This should inspire you to work harder. Go ahead. Ha, ha, ha. Now do you understand? Ha, ha, ha!

Demolishor: Megatron! Uh, sir… What happened in here?

Megatron: Demolishor, what do you have to report?

Demolishor: Yessir. It appears that two more Mini-Cons have awoken down on Earth. I have pinpointed their location.

Megatron: Hmmmm, two more. Cyclonus, you will lead our recovery team.

Cyclonus: Uh, sir!

Starscream: What… What is that?

Demolishor: Sir, what have you done here?

Megatron: I’ve modified your designs when you switch to vehicle mode. And once we have the other Mini-Cons, you’ll be even more powerful.

Optimus: No sign of the Decepticons yet, but I’d better run a thorough scan just incase.

Alexis: All right! Yeah!

Rad: Yahoo!

Carlos: Yeah!

Alexis: Hey guys, aren’t these Mini-Cons the best?

Carlos: Hey, check that out. I never knew Alexis was such a speed demon.

Rad: Oh yeah? Well you wanna see her eat my dust?

Alexis: Go for it!

Carlos: All right!

Rad: Yeah!

Alexis: Run!

Rad: Oh no!

Megatron: Transform! Vehicle mode!

Rad: Transform?

Alexis: Rad, look out!

Cyclonus: Transform!

Rad: We’re surrounded! We’re history!

Megatron: Hahahahahaha!

Cyclonus: Now what?

Starscream: Huh?!

Optimus: Get in!

Alexis: Come on, let’s move it.

Rad: Alexis… Hey, come back.

Carlos: All right!

Demolishor: Errghhh! Help, somebody!

Cyclonus & Starscream: Megatron! Help us!

Megatron: Get those Mini-Cons, you fools!

Optimus: Transform!

Rad: Whoa, cool.

Hot Shot: Transform!

Red Alert: Transform!

Rad: Here they come again!

Optimus: Transform! Don’t worry, High Wire, you and the other Mini-Cons are gonna be all right now.

Rad (VO): Wow! The Autobots saved our lives! Hey, they might need my help when they’re here on Earth. And if they do, I’m ready to return the favour.

Red Alert: You looked a little rusty, Hot Shot.

Hot Shot: Would you give me a break? I’m still getting warmed up.

Optimus: Ready, Autobots?

Red Alert & Hot Shot: Yes, sir.

[End]

Transformers: Armada
“First Encounter” – Episode 1
Written by Terry Klassen and Ward Perry
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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Narrator: Light years ago, deep in the cosmos, a unique digital entity came into being… In search of other life forms, it sent explorers out to the furthest reaches of the galaxy. These digital, mechanical beings became known as… Transformers! One of the first planets inhabited was soon to become known throughout time and space as Cybertron. A civil war between them raged on, and at stake was a race of tiny bots known as Mini-Cons. Always considered “smart tools” used to boost power, these Mini-Cons were awakened by an inner protocol. They then joined forces and resisted domination by both Autobots and Decepticons. Battle after battle proved nothing, and after many casualties the Autobots and Decepticons were caught in a deadlock. Realizing that victory would come at too high a price, the warring factions called a truce and in this truce, it was decided that an enormous craft be constructed for the Mini-Cons who would be catapaulted into space. Never to be used as pawns in another galactic war ever again. Finally after drifting for millions of years, the Mini-Con ship collided with a moon circling a primitive planet known as Earth. The craft and cargo shattered, casting Mini-Cons to every corner of the planet. Eventually, the Earth shifted and for millions of years the Mini-Cons lay dormant. And that’s where our story begins…

[Transition]

Rad (voice over): Hi, my name’s Rad. I guess you could say I come from your average ordinary neighbourhood. And my school… well, I guess it’s okay.

Carlos: Awww, yeah!

Rad: Huh?

Carlos: Hey!

Rad (voice over): That’s my buddy Carlos. He’s really cool and we hang out pretty much all the time. I guess I’ve known him since kindergarten. Carlos is one sweet skateboarder. I bet if he put his mind to it, one day he could turn pro.

Carlos: Whoo! Yeah!

Rad (voice over): That’s Lincoln Middle School. I’m in seventh grade. And this is where our adventure begins.

Carlos: Man, you beat me again, dude!

Rad & Carlos: All right!

Rad: Alexis! How ya doin’?

Alexis: Huh? Oohh, yeah. Good morning, Rad.

Rad: Hey, we were just wondering if you wanted to come with us after school. We’re heading up the mountain to scope… out… this wicked cave we found…

Alexis: Sorry, guys, but I’m gonna have to take a raincheck. I’ve got a math test and I told my mom I’d come straight home. So, for the last time, the answer’s no!

Rad: Is it just me, or do you get the distinct feeling that little Ms. Stuck-up dissed us big time?

Alexis: I hope you realise I heard that, Rad.

Carlos: I tell ya, man, there’s just no winning when it comes to girls, is there?

Billy: Well, if it isn’t the dweeb twins. I can’t believe you’re such suckers for punishment.

Fred: So how come you guys never invite me and Billy along, huh?

Rad: That’s a stupid question.

Billy: Who cares? I mean, would you seriously want to be seen in public with these two… these two geeks?

Fred: Yeah, heh, I guess you’re right. It’d be like hanging around with first graders.

Billy: Yeah!

Carlos: Hey, why don’t you mind your own business, you creeps!

Teacher: If you hadn’t noticed, the bell just rang, so get to your class.

Four kids: Okay.

Rad (VO): Well, that’s pretty much what you’d call the start of an average day for me. Pretty exciting, huh? But outside of school, that’s a whole other story. We live in the high desert, and up and above the hills is the Cosmo Scope research centre. Both my parents work there as astronomers. (Out loud) Psst! Hey, Alexis! (VO) Oh, and Alexis… I think she really likes me. Honest. She’s just playing hard to get, that’s all.

Carlos: Hey, are you as stoked as I am about going up the mountain?

Rad: Yeah! But we better get moving or else we’ll get stuck up there after dark.

Carlos: You’re right. Let’s get this show on the road!

Rad: All right!

Carlos: Hey! Come on! All right! Let’s go, Rad!

Rad: Yeah!

Carlos: I’ll beat’cha up there!

Rad: All right! Come on!

Carlos: You’re not beating me this time, amigo!

Rad: Better keep up.

Billy: Would you hurry up and finish eating? Your useless locator only has a range of 500 yards.

Fred: Hey, lay off my locator. It was a present. Besides, I don’t see you with anything better.

Billy: Would you just move your butt? They’re getting away.

Fred: Wait up! C’mon, Billy! Slow down! You know I got a glandular problem. Hey!

Rad: Well, here we are, Carlos.

Carlos: Sweet…

Rad: So, are ya ready?

Carlos: Yeah…

Rad: Boy, this place is even creepier than I thought. You just make sure we can find our way back.

Carlos: Don’t get freaky on me. Everything’s under control. All we have to do is follow this rope and we’re outta here.

Billy: Would you hurry up? They’ve probably gone home already.

Fred: Hey! You don’t have to yell at me. I’ve got feelings too, y’know. I’m trying my hardest, but nooo, nothing’s never good enough for you.

Billy: Awww, quit your belly-achin’.

Fred: My therapist says I don’t have to take this of you because you’re not the boss of me! Besides, I’m getting hungry again. Huh? Check it out! My locator worked! That’s Rad’s bike!

Billy: So our little friends are snooping around in some lame old deserted mine shaft, huh? Let’s go after ’em.

Fred: That doesn’t sound like such a good idea.

Billy: Would you quit being such a wuss all the time?

Fred: I can’t help it.

Billy: What do we have here…

Rad: So now which way?

Carlos: I’d say back ’cause we’ve just run out of rope.

Rad: Hey, wait a minute. I’ve got it. We mark out route with rocks. Pretty cool, huh?

Carlos: You’re a regular genius, Einstein.

Rad: I’m starting to wonder why I even bother.

Carlos: Rad, you’re just jealous because I’m better looking!

Rad: In your dreams, pal!

Fred: I guess I should’ve told you before, but ever since I was a kid, I’ve had a fear of dark, spooky places.

Billy: You know, if you spend as much energy walking as whining, we would’ve found… Oh, this is just great! Now which way did they go? This is all your fault.

Fred: What are you blaming me for? It was your bright idea to follow them.

Billy: You know, I’ve had just about as much as I can take. So if you’re too chicken, then turn around and go home, because I am so done with your whining. Ugh, I would’ve had more fun if I brought my sister.

Fred: Hey! Wait up, Billy! You can’t leave me here all alone. Besides, you still got my chocolate bar in your pocket. Wait up!

Carlos: Did you hear that?

Rad: Probably just water dripping.

Carlos: Yeah.

Rad: Or maybe it’s just your over-active imagination.

Carlos: But I could’ve sworn I heard voices.

Rad: Whatever.

Fred: Shine your light up there!

Fred & Billy: Aaaahhh!

Fred: I can’t even handle a mosquito bite!

Carlos: There’s that noise again and it seems closer.

Rad: You’re losing it.

Carlos: Let’s go scope this out, okay?

Rad: Hey, where ya going?

Carlos: This thing is really starting to bug me.

Rad: Hey, Carlos, look out!

Carlos: What’s — ugh… Aaah!

Both: Whoaaaaa!

Rad: Hey, Carlos… You okay, man?

Carlos: Yeah, but what just happened here? It’s like we opened up some hidden shaft and ended up in this old chamber.

Rad: Let’s check it out. Holy cow! What in the world is that?

[Commercial]

Rad: I don’t think we were the first ones down here.

Carlos: And whatever it is, it sure doesn’t look like it was from Earth. But the good thing is, it looks like it’s been stuck in this cave for a while.

Rad: Yeah… You think there’s anyone that lives down here?

Carlos: My guess is there’s only one way to find out. Hey, if anyone’s down here, speak up or forever hold your peace, okay?!

Fred: Can we just turn back, Billy? I think my blood sugar’s running dangerously low.

Billy: This is the last time I’m going to say this. We’re not leaving until we find out what they’re looking for.

Fred: But what if they’re lost like us, huh? That means we could be trapped in here for an eternity!

Billy: Please stop it… Now you’re getting me all freaked out!

Rad: Whoa, something really bizzare happened down here.

Carlos: Yeah, look at these rocks. They’re all melted.

Rad: Hey, check it out, a staircase. This is getting stranger by the minute. C’mon, let’s keep looking.

Carlos: Do you have any clue what happened down here, Rad?

Rad: Wish I did.

Carlos: It almost looks like some kind of UFO crash site.

Rad: No kidding.

Carlos: Hey Rad, you think that these stairs are safe?

Rad: Whoa! Hey Carlos, be careful. Hey Carlos, over here.

Carlos: Please, Rad. Be careful, okay?

Rad: Oh man. What is it?

Carlos: I dunno, but it sure looks radioactive to me.

Rad: Aaaahhh!

Carlos: Rad, no! Aaahh!

Fred: It’s an earthquake and we’re all gonna be buried alive! Why’d I have to listen to you in the first place?!

Rad: Would you put a lid on it? Your yapping is only making it worse.

Carlos: C’mon, Rad, let’s high-tail it outta here! Now what’s going on?!

Alexis: Huh? Oh no. Must be an earthquake!

Billy: We’re doomed.

Fred: Oh, man, we’re trapped like rats in a sewer!

Carlos: C’mon, dude, you gotta let go. This place is gonna cave!

Rad: I’m coming!

Billy: All right, Fred, let’s not panic…

Billy & Fred: Aaahh!

Alexis: Oh my gosh… That mountain is the EpiCenter and that’s where Rad went! Huh? I hope he made it outta there. Ugh! Stupid computer! I can’t wait! (VO) Oh, good, it’s over. I just hope no one’s hurt.

Carlos: Aw, man. I’m totally lost, bud!

Rad: Just keep running! Hey, wait a sec, this is starting to look familiar!

Carlos: Hey, dude, check it out! The rope!

Rad: Haha, you da man!

Carlos: Oh man… Fresh air.

Rad: Would you keep going, ’cause this whole place could still go. C’mon.

Carlos: Yeah, yeah, I’m right behind ya. Rad… It’s started to get freaky again.

Rad: What is that thing?

Carlos: No clue!

Alexis: Listen to me, you guys. Whatever you do, don’t panic.

Rad: Alexis, no!

Alexis: Don’t move.

Rad: Stay back!

Alexis: Rad, that thing might come after you if you do. I told you to stay put!

Rad: What are you doing here?

Carlos: Just leave it alone, Rad, let’s get outta here. He’s trying to tell us something.

Rad: He wants us to jump on.

Alexis: Yeah, like you can understand him.

Rad: I know this is gonna sound strange, but I think I can.

Carlos: Then let’s go for it, guys. He just might be our ticket outta here. This is sweet!

Alexis: Let’s just hope our little friend here can stay one step ahead of robo-geek.

Carlos: Aw, I bet metalhead’s on his way home by now. Besides, there’s no way he can keep with us.

Alexis: You were saying, Carlos?! Can’t this thing go any faster?

Rad: I hope that’s a yes!

Alexis: I thought you could understand him.

Megatron: You have something of mine.

Alexis: We have what?!

Megatron: Give it back immediately, or you shall suffer the consequences.

Rad: Oh, great.

Megatron: I have given you your chance, Earthling.

Optimus Prime: Stand down, Megatron!

Megatron: Huh? Optimus Prime!

Kids: Optimus who?!

Optimus: Yah!

Rad: I get the feeling this is all my fault.

[End]

Transformers: Robots in Disguise
“The Final Battle” – Episode 39
Written by Tom Wyner
Transcription by Brandon Williams

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[Recap]

Koji: Previously on Transformers.

Wedge: I don’t think we’ll have to worry about Galvatron anymore.

T-AI: He’s re-energizing!

Galvatron: Hahaha. I’ve drained Fortress Maximus. His power is mine now.

Koji: Huh? What’s that?

Galvatron: You are powerless to stop me. Soon the Earth will belong to me, and then the entire universe! Hahahaha!

[End Recap]

Optimus: Must… break… free.

Galvatron: You can’t, Optimus. Now that I’ve combined my powers with those of Fortress Maximus, you and the Autobots are hopelessly outmatched. I, Galvatron, will rule the universe, and then there’s nothing you and your friends can do about it.

Sideburn: Optimus, you okay? I’m so weak, I can hardly move. Optimus, where are you? Come on, dude, answer me! Are you all right? Do you need any help? Say something, will ya? Optimus… Optimus!

Optimus: Can’t… give up… Got to… keep fighting. No energy…

Scourge: Look at the bright side, Optimus. It’s almost over.

Optimus: It’s Scourge.

Scourge: In a few moments, you’ll be nothing more than scrap metal. This crater will be your grave.

Optimus: Never!

Ruination: Hahaha!

Galvatron: So the Decepticons managed to survive. No matter. They can take care of Optimus while I deal with the others.

Optimus: Galvatron tried to destroy you and the Decepticons. How can you still be loyal to him?

Scourge: The Decepticons exist only to serve Galvatron, and to destroy his enemies. And that means you, Optimus.

Optimus: Galvatron must’ve re-calibrated their sparks. They’re totally under his control.

Galvatron: Mwahaha. Well said, Scourge. Now prove it. Demonstrate your allegiance. Show me that the Decepticons are my devoted followers by turning Optimus Prime into a heap of molten slag!

Scourge: We obey, great one. Ruination, attack!

Sky-Byte: The Decepticons survived Galvatron’s plasma burst. Optimus has been weakened by Galvatron’s energy depletion beam and he can’t defend himself.

Slapper: In that case, now’s the time to attack.

Dark Scream: Right, because if it looks like we were the ones who finished him off, Galvatron will reward us.

Gas Skunk: Good thinking, you guys. All right, let’s do it.

Sky-Byte: Wait. Galvatron thinks he’s gotten rid of us. What will he do if he sees we’re still around?

Preds: Ahhh!

Galvatron: Well, what have we here? It’s Sky-Byte and the Predacons.

Sky-Byte: He spotted us! What are we gonna do? As you can see, we were just getting ready to finish of Optimus.

Galvatron: Really? How commendable. But that won’t be necessary. Scourge and Ruination can handle Optimus, while you Predacons can get rid of the rest of the Autobots.

Sky-Byte: Huh?!

Sideburn: Come on, guys. Optimus is in trouble. We’ve gotta get down there and — whooaaa! Ouch!

Prowl: I agree. Optimus is too weak to face the Decepticons right now.

X-Brawn: Then what are we waiting for? Let’s get down there!

Trains: Bullet Fusion mode!

Rail Racer: Triple Threat, Rail Racer!

Wedge: Build Team, Landfill mode! Combine!

Build Team: Quad-power combiner mode…

Rail Racer: Hold on, Optimus.

Landfill: We’re on our way.

X-Brawn: Comin’ through. Look out below!

Sky-Byte: Oh no! We’re outnumbered four-to-one. We can’t fight them all.

Gas Skunk: What choice do we have?

Slapper: We’ve gotta follow Galvatron’s orders.

Sky-Byte: I know! If we retreat, Galvatron will destroy us, and if we fight, we don’t stand a chance. What do we do?!

Dark Scream: Galvatron’s a lot meaner than they are.

Sky-Byte: Let’s go kick some Autobot fender. Sky-Byte, terrorize! Now, stand tall, stand proud, and show those Autobots what you’re forged from.

Preds: Right!

Sky-Byte: Uh oh.

X-Brawn: Now that’s what I call biting the dust. Heh, heh, heh, heh.

Sky-Byte: That went… swimmingly.

Gas Skunk: We should all celebrate.

Slapper: I think I dented one of their feet with my face.

Dark Scream: We win.

Scourge: Scourge, Sword of Fury!

Sideburn: I don’t think so. Lose something? Leave Optimus Prime alone, Scourge.

Galvatron: Mwaaahahaha!

[Commercial]

Galvatron: Mwaaahahaha!

X-Brawn: What’s so funny, Galvatron?

Galvatron: Fool. Your pathetic attempts to win a meaningless battle have amused me. But now it’s time to put an end to this aggravation.

X-Brawn: What are you gonna do? Talk us to death?

Galvatron: Striker lance!

Koji: T-AI, isn’t there some way to help them?

T-AI: He’s got to let them go soon or he’ll deplete his power reserves. But that won’t help unless we can get away from him. I’m shifting the space bridge portal to get one as close as I can. I just hope they can reach it in time. Optimus! I’m opening a portal to the space bridge. It’s right infront of you. Get out of there, now!

Optimus: T-AI’s right. We have to re-energize. Everyone to the space bridge!

Galvatron: I think not.

Optimus: This is your chance, guys. Go on. Get out of here!

Sideburn: No way, pal. You’re our only hope of beating this guy.

Prowl: We’ve gotta block that beam. C’mon!

Optimus: I gave you an order… Now move out on the double!

Sideburn: If anyone’s going into that portal, it’s you, Optimus!

Landfill: He’s… right! Go on… Get out of here!

Rail Racer: Go! Go now!

Optimus: I won’t let you sacrifice yourselves for me. I can’t do that.

Prowl: You’re as stubborn as ever. But this is one argument you’re not gonna win!

Sideburn: Don’t you see? Without you, we can’t beat Galvatron. You’ve got to get outta here and re-energize.

Magnus: For once, Sideburn’s right.

Optimus: Put me down, Magnus. That’s an order! Got it?

Magnus: Sorry, brother. No can do. Besides, I work freelance, remember? I don’t take orders from you.

Optimus: Magnus, please go back. I can’t desert my team.

Magnus: Cool your jets. You’ve got no choice.

Galvatron: So, the in-troubled commander of the Autobots has finally shown his true colours. I’ll take care of that coward later, but first I’ll deal with all of you. Just listen to them, it’s like a concert. There’s nothing more pleasant than the sound of the Autobots suffering as they feel their energy being drained.

Sideburn: You’ve already got Maximus’ power. Isn’t that enough for ya?

Galvatron: Fool, defeating the Autobots and ruling this world is just the beginning. I have a universe to conquer. And the energy I steal from you will help ensure my victory.

Sideburn: You monster. When Optimus comes back, you’re gonna be singing a different tune.

Optimus: Magnus, you came to Earth for the Matrix, but you don’t understand the responsibility that comes with it. It’s my duty to stop Galvatron and protect the Earth.

Magnus: Oh, I understand, all right.

Optimus: Then why did you remove me from the battlefield? We have to go back and fight.

Magnus: Right now, pal, you’re in no shape to fight anybody.

Optimus: You’re right. And that’s why I’m asking for your help this one last time.

Magnus: Wait a minute. Are you sure you’re really Optimus Prime, because that sounded like a request, not an order.

Optimus: Magnus, I never wanted to control you. I wanted you to join the Autobots because of your value as a member of our team. Maybe some day we’ll resolve our differences, but right now the only thing that matters is stopping Galvatron. Will you help me?

Magnus: One last time. We’ll stop Galvatron together.

Optimus: Thank you, Magnus.

Magnus: Now, let’s go win this thing.

[Transition]

Galvatron: Now I’ll destroy you one by one… And I’ll start with you, Sideburn… Roar!

X-Brawn: Oh no!

Prowl: Sideburn!

Sideburn: Go ahead, Galvatron, and do your worst. It doesn’t matter! You’re not gonna beat us, no matter what you do, because you’re a poser, Galvatron. Always have been, always will be! You’re going down!

Galvatron: My… You are an Optimus.

Optimus: He’s right, Galvatron. Ready, brother?

Magnus: Absolutely.

Optimus & Magnus: Combine into Omega Prime!

Omega Prime: It’s showtime, Galvatron. You and me, one-on-one. Do you accept?

Galvatron: You’re serious, aren’t you? You actually think you can win! You’re even more foolish than I thought!

Omega Prime: This has always been about you and me. Let the others go. They’re no threat to you.

Galvatron: So I’ll have you as the entrée and they’ll be the dessert. What an excellent idea.

Sideburn: Yuck. I hate bats.

Galvatron: Now, Omega Prime, lead the way to whatever battleground you wish. It will be your final resting place.

Omega Prime: T-AI, I want you to open a path to the Earth’s core, and seal up every portal behind us as soon as we’ve gone through it.

T-AI: There must be another way. If I do that…

Omega Prime: There is no other way. No matter what he does to me, if he’s trapped down there, we’ve won.

T-AI: But if you win, you won’t be able to get out. You’ll be trapped down there forever.

Omega Prime: That’s a direct order, T-AI. Now do it.

Koji: What about your mission?! Without you, what’s going to happen to the planet Earth? Who’s gonna protect it from its enemies?

Omega Prime: You will, Koji. Your generation will find a way to carry on. But if I don’t get rid of Galvatron, there’ll be nothing left of Earth to protect.

Koji: Wait… Optimus! My generation, that’s it! Fortress Maximus responded to us before. So if we can all get online and send him energy, maybe we can re-activate him and give him the power he needs to help Omega Prime. Mayday, mayday! The Autobots need our help. We’ve got to re-energize Fortress Maximus. We’ve got to send him energy from all over the world, from as many kids as we can contact inorder to give him enough power to re-activate. Call every friend you’ve got! All of us have to work together to protect the Earth! It’s up to us now, guys. Galvatron’s trying to steal our world and our future, but we’re not gonna let him! We were able to activate Fortress Maximus before, and now we’re gonna do it again. We’ve got to!

[Commercial]

Fortress Maximus: Activation failure. Power at minimum.

Galvatron: Quit stalling, Omega Prime! I didn’t follow you here for a sight seeing tour.

Omega Prime: Patience, Galvatron. The battleground I’ve chosen isn’t far. Infact, we’re almost there.

Galvatron: Good. I’d like to stay for supper, but I’ll have to destroy you quickly. I have an important meeting to attend.

Omega Prime: Meeting? What are you talking about?

Galvatron: I’m going to visit a friend of yours, the boy Koji.

Omega Prime: Why? He can’t hurt you.

Galvatron: True, but he can help me. Infact, he’s an indispensable part of my plan. Through him I’ll gain access to Earth’s children and soon, his entire generation will be under my control.

Omega Prime: What?

Galvatron: A pity you won’t be around to see it happen.

Omega Prime: Can’t… last… much… longer.

Galvatron: You’re exhausted, Prime. Admit it. Your strength is almost gone.

Omega Prime: He’s right.

Galvatron: …But this is so entertaining, I’ve decided to indulge myself and enjoy your misery for a few moments more. Hahahaha!

Sideburn: Don’t give up, Omega Prime. Keep fighting!

Prowl: You can do it!

X-Brawn: You’ve got the spark of an Autobot!

Rail Racer: We know you’ve got what it takes, big guy. Galvatron’s never beaten you and he never will.

Landfill: Show that monster what it means to be an Autobot.

Omega Prime: You may destroy me, Galvatron, but you still won’t win in the end.

Galvatron: Well at least you’re partly right. Haha!

Fortress Maximus: Energy, receiving energy.

T-AI: I think it’s working! Maximus, report!

Cerebros: Powering up. Online receptor activated.

T-AI: We did it! He’s online again! In a few minutes, he’s gonna be completely re-energized.

Koji: Terrific!

Galvatron: How foolish you were to choose this as our battleground. You see, heat and pressure are nothing to me. You haven’t faired nearly so well.

Omega Prime: We’ll see.

Galvatron: Resistance is an exercise in futility. My only regret about destroying you is that you can’t see what’s going to happen to your beloved Earth!

Cerebros: Energy source identified. Harmonic responses compatible.

Omega Prime: I won’t let you harm this planet, you monster.

Galvatron: You still don’t understand, do you? Your opinions and intentions are no longer of any consequence. For I have discovered a power even greater than that of every Cybertron in the universe combined.

Omega Prime: What?

[Transition]

Fortress Maximus: Re-routing energy to Omega Prime.

Galvatron: This power resides in the hearts and minds of Earth’s children. Their fundamental belief that the universe is a place where goodness prevails over evil is the most powerful force in existance. But once I’ve warped their minds, evil will prevail and I will reign supreme! What’s this, another one of your Autobot tricks?!

Omega Prime: It’s Fortress Maximus. He’s sending me his power to energize the Matrix!

Galvatron: Aaahh! I don’t get it. A moment ago you were as weak as a protoform cyberdrone.

Omega Prime: It turns out you were right, Galvatron. The energy of Earth’s younger generation is an unstoppable force. But now those who you plan to victimize are using that power to defeat you!

Galvatron: This power has just begun! Galvatron, robot mode!

Omega Prime: You are going down, Galvatron!

Galvatron: We’ll see about that, Autobot. Come on!

Omega Prime: You’ve got it! Matrix Blade!

Galvatron: Go ahead, play away! Your newfound energy won’t last you much longer and then you’re mine!

Omega Prime: I disagree!

Koji: What’s going on?!

Sideburn: It’s over, guys. That was some explosion. The whole sky’s lit up.

Landfill: Wow.

Rail Racer: Whoa. I’ve never seen anything like it.

T-AI: My meters are maxed out. No one could survive a blast like that.

Koji: But Omega Prime could, right? I mean, he did win, didn’t he, T-AI?

T-AI: Y-yes.

Koji: Then I don’t get it. Why are you crying? Everything’s gonna be all right now. Omega won.

T-AI: He’s trapped.

Koji: He… can’t be. Magnus, Optimus, come back!

[Commercial]

Koji: Where did everybody go? This place looks deserted. Sideburn?! X-Brawn?! Prowl?! I guess they went back to Cybertron. I’ll probably never see them again. For a second, I thought…

Optimus: …You thought what, Koji?

Koji: I knew you’d come back! How’d you get out, Optimus?

Optimus: The energy released from Galvatron’s de-activation re-opened the space bridge.

Koji: Is Sideburn still chasing red sportscars? And the rest of the Autobots, are they still here too?

Optimus: Yes, Koji. We’ll be going home soon, but first we’re going to have one last look around and have a little fun.

Koji: Yeah!

X-Brawn: Yeehaw! The steeper the better. Long as I’m climbing, I’m happy.

Sideburn: Hey there, sweetie. What are you doing in a place like this?

Prowl: Get back in your own lane, Sideburn, or you’ll be spending the night with Tow-Line at the impound lot!

Tow-Line: No parking means no parking!

Railspike: Team Bullet Train’s on track!

Wedge: Come on, Build Team, we’ve got a deadline to meet!

Grimlock: Haven’t missed one yet…

Hightower: …And never will!

Ironhide: C’mon, guys, I know I’m faster than y’all are, but try and keep up, will ya?!

Mirage: Hey! I’m the fastest Spychanger.

Skid-Z: But I’m even faster!

T-AI: Hey, Skid-Z, will you please slow down?!

Koji: Once you’ve returned to Cybertron, do you think you’ll ever return to Earth again?

Optimus: If we’re needed, but with you and the other young people of Earth to protect it, I doubt you’ll need any help from us.

Koji: What happened to Galvatron and those other guys?

Optimus: Fortress Maximus is taking them back to Cybertron. They’ll be guests at the Asteroid Prison Colony for a long, long time.

Galvatron: This isn’t over yet, Optimus Prime! I’ll be back! I promise you.

Dark Scream: Hey, what happened to Sky-Byte?

Slapper: No one knows. He vanished without a trace.

Gas Skunk: Oh no! He’ll have to spend the rest of his life on Earth!

Preds: Poor Sky-Byte!

Sky-Byte (singing): Who’s the smartest shark around? Who’s the coolest shark in town? Sky-Byte, that’s me! Ha!

[End]

Transformers: Robots in Disguise
“Galvatron’s Revenge” – Episode 38
Written by Richard Epcar
Transcription by Brandon Williams

–
Koji: Previously on Transformers.

Cerebros: I must activate Fortress Maximus. Cerebros, transform. Initiate Headmaster Protocol.

Fortress Maximus: Arrghh!

Koji: Galvatron is already powerful, but now he’s got the added power of his command center. Fortress Maximus may not even be able to stop him.

Fortress Maximus: The Earth is under my protection. You shall not harm her. Maximum firepower!

Sky-Byte: I’ve never seen such power.

Scourge: The mighty Galvatron has fallen.

Sideburn: Amazing. I can’t believe we did it. We finally defeated Galvatron. That’ll teach him to mess with the Autobots.

Prowl: Hold on there a minute, Sideburn. Give a little credit to Fortress Maximus.

X-Brawn: Prowl’s right, little brother. If it weren’t for Fortress Maximus, we’d be right back where we started.

Sideburn: I didn’t forget, I was just saying that — oh, nevermind.

Wedge: That was pretty awesome, don’t you think? I doubt we’ll ever have to worry about Galvatron ever again.

Omega Prime: I wish that were true, Wedge, but something tells me that we haven’t seen the last of them yet.

T-AI: Omega Prime! I’m starting to get a faint energy reading from Galvatron. He may be re-energizing.

Galvatron: Autobots, it’ll take more than that to prevent me from obtaining my ultimate goal. You fools think you can stop me from controlling the universe. You’re sadly mistaken. Galvatron, bat mode! Ha, ha, ha, ha! Begin energy syphon.

Fortress Maximus: Alert! Power depletion. Power deple-tion.

T-AI: We have a very serious situation. Galvatron is syphoning energy from Fortress Maximus. Pretty soon he’ll be completely drained of power.

Sideburn: Everybody knows that Galvatron is a leech, but this is ridiculous.

X-Brawn: Yep, we’ve gotta get that fox outta the hen house and quick.

Prowl: I say we blast that dirtbag off of Fortress Maximus.

Sideburn: Exhaust Backfire!

Prowl: Jet Boosters!

X-Brawn: Bronco Blaster!

Sideburn: This is no good. I can’t really tell if we’re hitting Galvatron or not. You guys see anything?

Prowl: Negative, Sideburn. We’ve got to move in closer. It’s impossible to aim accurately from down here. There’s nothing to lock on to.

X-Brawn: We need to clobber him face-to-face.

Sideburn: Prowl, can you get us up there?

Prowl: 10-4, little brother. Come on, hop on! Prowl, transform!

Sideburn: Okay, bro, let’s roll. Hey, Galvatron! Back away from him! Leave Fortress Maximus alone or we’ll make you sorry you didn’t, you dirty energy sucker!

Galvatron: How cute. The flies are coming to get swatted. Scourge, get off your tin can and get rid of these pests. I’ve got important things to do.

Scourge: Yes, Galvatron. Right away. Let’s take care of this.

Ruination: With pleasure, sir. Laser cannon!

Scourge: Barrage Attack!

Sideburn: Hey, watch out, man!

Galvatron: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha! Excellent, keep decimating them! I want them pinned down there long enough to drain every precious drop of energy from Fortress Maximus. Ha, ha, ha, ha!

Fortress Maximus: Power depletion. Power depletion.

Wedge: Guys! We’ve gotta stop this! Combine!

Build Team: Quad power combiner mode!

Landfill: Landfill, ready for action. Right shoulder thrust!

Rail Racer: Have a nice trip.

Galvatron: Ha, I’ve never felt power like this before. It’s incredible. Ha, ha, ha. With all this wonderful new energy surging through me, I will be invincible.

Omega Prime: Galvatron.

Galvatron: Huh?

Omega Prime: Sorry to interupt your ego-maniacal rant, but I think it’s time you and I had a little one-on-one.

Galvatron: Ha! You think you have a chance to defeat me after all the power I just confiscated, but you’re even more deluded than I thought. I would really love to chit-chat, but I have planets to conquer, starting with this one!

Omega Prime: Come back here! Galvatron, if you think I’m going to let you destroy this planet, then you’re the deluded one!

Galvatron: Haha, mighty Omega, that was so true. Like it or not, you’re gazing at the future of the universe. I am state of the art now. And you are just an obsolete model, a relic.

Omega Prime: We’ll see about that.

Galvatron: I tire of this. I’m going to get rid of you and your irritating crew. Smother cloud!

Omega Prime: What the?

Sideburn: What’s he doing?

Sky-Byte: I guess nobody ever told them second hand smoke can be extremely hazardous to your health.

Galvatron: You fools!

Predacons: Huh?

Galvatron: What are you waiting for? Attack them.

Sky-Byte: Yes, sir! Well, you heard him, boys. Predacons, let them all have it.

Dark Scream: Center laser!

Slapper: Right laser!

Gas Skunk: Left laser!

Mega-Octane: Decepticons, prepare to combine.

Commandos: Yessir!

Mega-Octane: Combine!

Ruination: Ruination, awaken!

Scourge: Open fire!

Ruination: Yes, sir!

Galvatron: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha! Playtime’s over. Now it’s time to send my plan in motion and release my cyber-bats into the world.

[Commercial]

Galvatron: I’ve waited a long time for this moment. Once I’ve set my plan into action, the whole planet will fall to its knees. Time to dispatch my cyber-bats! Ha, ha, ha!

Koji: Oh wow. This doesn’t look good.

T-AI: My goodness, Koji, get away from there! Go back into your house!

Koji: What’s that?

T-AI: Prime, this is really serious. Galvatron has started attacking the children with robotic bats. Koji’s already been assaulted.

Omega Prime: He’s gone too far this time. Galvatron, it’s bad enough when you attack innocent children, but this one is a friend of mine. I will destroy you if it’s the last thing I do. You have my word on it.

Galvatron: Ha, ha, ha! You might as well get used to the fact that you’re an antique. You’re through. You’re helpless, Omega Prime. My forces will destroy your troops and steal your weaponry. The future of the children on the planet is in my hands. Soon this place will cease to exist. And after I’m done here, planet by planet, I’ll take over the entire universe. I really have to admit my plan is working brilliantly, don’t you agree, Omega Prime? I don’t know which is more enjoyable, controlling all the children or your inability to do anything about it.

Omega Prime: You’re dead wrong if you think I won’t stop you. It won’t seem so funny when I get through with you!

Galvatron: Don’t even think about fighting me. First of all, you’re no match for my new strength, thanks to Fortress Maximus. And secondly, you don’t want me to harm the kids, do you?

Koji: What’s this? What’s happening to me?

Omega Prime: Koji! You’ve got to hang in there. What kind of fiendish monster are you… to do this to innocent children! I’ve got to figure out how to stop him, without endangering the children.

Dr. Onishi: Omega, can you read me?

Omega Prime: Yes, go ahead, doctor.

Dr. Onishi: As I’m sure you’re aware, Galvatron’s attached these devices to the children. Any attempt to remove these devices on our own may cause severe brain damage. Children all over the world are being attacked by these mechanisms and there’s absolutely nothing we can do about it. I’m trying to figure out how we can remove these devices. I’ll keep in touch and let you know if I’m successful.

Omega Prime: I share your frustration, doctor. Regrettedly, I’m going to call for a tactical retreat until we can figure this out.

Landfill: What did you just say? I can’t believe my audio receivers. Are we gonna lie down and let Galvatron win?

Rail Racer: Prime, you can’t be serious about walking away.

X-Brawn: I say we go after that varmint and hit him with both barrels.

Prowl: My brother’s right. If we don’t stop Galvatron right now, it may be too late.

Omega Prime: I know how you all feel, but right now Galvatron has control of the children. That gives him the upperhand. We can’t move against him if there’s a chance he can hurt those kids. We’re going to have to put our heads together and come up with a water-tight plan.

Dr. Onishi: Whatever you do, you’re gonna have to do it fast. There’s no telling how much damage these devices have already caused. I’ll continue testing for a solution at this end. I’ll be sure to contact you if I come up with anything that could be useful.

Omega Prime: Don’t worry, doctor. We’re not about to let him get away with any of this. Autobots, head back to base.

Galvatron: Yes, that’s right. Run away like the coward that you are. Admit defeat.

Omega Prime: T-AI, activate the global space bridge.

T-AI: Roger. Global space bridge engaged.

Prowl: I can’t believe we’re just gonna walk away from a battle like this. This just doesn’t seem right.

Sideburn: I know what you mean. We should be fighting no matter what the consequences.

Omega Prime: We’re not defeated yet, we’re just regrouping. We’re gonna have to be very careful about our next step. Now move out!

Autobots: Yes, sir! / Right!

Galvatron: Hahahaha!

Scourge: Galvatron, are we just going to stand down and let them get away like this? Shouldn’t we go after them?!

Sky-Byte: Yes, Galvatron, while they retreat right now, we should hit them with everything we’ve got.

Galvatron: Who says we’re letting them get away? Don’t be so impatient, I have a plan. Iron Mammoth! I was waiting until they were all in the tunnel. Now that we have them all together, you can follow them into the space bridge and get rid of them all at the same time! Plasma blast! Why are you just standing there, Scourge? There’s the door, get rid of our enemies.

Scourge: Yes, sir. Ruination, give me a lift.

Sky-Byte: I can’t let that show-off get away with stealing all of the glory. Beast mode!

Galvatron: Ha, ha, ha! That’s perfect. Now I can get rid of the Autobots and the traitorous Decepticons at the same time.

Ultra Magnus: He’s trapped all of them. I’ve gotta save them, but how? How?

[Commercial]

Scourge: There they are. This is are chance to get them all at once.

T-AI: Optimus Prime! You have company! You’ve been followed into the tunnel by Scourge and Ruination, so be careful.

Sideburn: Man, how’d they get in here? If they open up on us, we’ll be sitting ducks.

Optimus: Let’s turn around and face them. Everyone, speed turn!

Prowl: Whoa!

Sideburn: Whoa!

X-Brawn: Whoa!

Optimus: Watch out!

Midnight: Stay in formation. Everyone, speed turn!

Railspike: We can’t turn like that. We don’t have tires.

Midnight: What was that? Whoa!

Railspike: Whoa!

Rapid Run: Ah! What are you doing?

Wedge: Hey Team Bullet Train, I don’t know what it is that you’re doing, but the Decepticons are right behind us. Come on, you guys, you have to get back on track.

Ruination: Twin Laser Cannon!

Scourge: Shoulder lasers!

Sky-Byte: Shark missiles, attack now!

Optimus: Optimus Prime, transform! Battle Mode! All right, team. These guys want a fight, let’s give it to ’em.

Wedge: Wedge, transform! Ha!

Heavy Load: Heavy Load, transform! Ah!

Hightower: Hightower, transform! Hmmm!

Grimlock: Grimlock, transform! Oh, yeah!

Railspike: Railspike, transform!

Rapid Run: Rapid Run, transform!

Midnight: Midnight Express, transform!

Scourge: Barrage Attack!

Optimus: Everyone, open fire! Give ’em all you got.

Scourge: You’ll have to do a lot better than that.

Galvatron: The fools are fighting eachother, just as I knew they would. Heh, heh, heh. Now what in the world do you suppose would happen if I introduced all that molten lava into that tunnel? Hmmm… Galvatron, robot mode! Striker lance, power-up! My pawns served their purpose, now I’ll close the book once and for all. Then I’ll finally be left alone to rule the universe.

Magnus: Not so fast. Hold the celebration. Arm missile!

Galvatron: Ah! Why you… No one attacks me and gets away with it.

Magnus: You got me quaking. Eat this! Had enough?

Galvatron: You’ve forgotten, you Insecticon, I have the power of Fortress Maximus. I am impervious to the likes of you. You are weak, and my time is limited. Once I’ve finished them off, I’ll take care of you. Welcome to my inferno.

Landfill: Fire lasers!

Sideburn: Did you guys feel that?

X-Brawn: What in tarnation?

Prowl: Huh?

Ruination: Do you feel that? Scourge, what’s going on?

Galvatron: Ruination and Scourge, this is Galvatron, can you hear me?

Scourge: Yes, sir. What is it?

Galvatron: I’ve decided to heat things up. I’m giving you all a send-off. You both are going to be melted into scrap metal, along with the rest of the Autobots… And it’s a payback for being traitors!

Scourge: No, sir! What are you saying?! We’re not traitors, we would never betray you. Don’t go through with this!

Sky-Byte: Don’t melt us all, Galvatron! I’m not a traitor, I’m your humble servant! Don’t you remember?

Galvatron: Sky-Byte, I didn’t order you in there, I’m afraid you’re on your own.

Sky-Byte: What?! Oh, thanks a lot! This is what I get for trying to help the guy.

Optimus: T-AI, what’s causing all this seismic activity?

T-AI: It’s Galvatron. With the energy he’s acquired, he’s removed the barren wall between the planet’s molten core and the space bridge. He’s trying to collapse the tunnel and destroy all of you inside it. Optimus, come in!

Galvatron: That’s the end of all my enemies. At least I gave them a warm depature. What? There’s an ever-sibilant drain on my energy. I’ve got to cut some power while I let my system recharge. I could lose my hold over the children, but with the Autobots gone, I don’t need them now. Cyber-bat control, power-down.

Dr. Onishi: Koji, talk to me. Are you all right? Listen, wake up!

Koji: Oh man. What happened? Dad, where’s Optimus Prime? And the rest of the Autobots?

Dr. Onishi: They were being badly beaten by Galvatron. So Optimus led a tactical retreat.

Koji: What? Optimus wouldn’t run away from Galvatron like that!

Dr. Onishi: Koji, Galvatron was holding all of the children of the world hostage. Optimus did the right thing.

Koji: But Optimus is the only one who can get rid of Galvatron and the Decepticons once and for all! We’ve got to contact him now. We’ve got to tell him that the children are all right!

Ruination: Grab on!

Sideburn: I can’t stop!

Heavy Load: Gotta get outta here.

Optimus: Don’t think I’ll make it this time.

Koji (Optimus hallucination): Stay strong, Optimus Prime. Stay strong. We need you to save our planet.

Optimus: Koji… I haven’t forgotten my promise to you. I won’t give up now. I have to resist this!

Galvatron: Hahahaha! Optimus Prime has disappointed everyone by not destroying me. All the Autobots are gone, and so are all the traitors. Things are very good. Strange, why is the ground still rumbling?

Optimus: We’ve got a little surprise for you, Galvatron!

Sideburn: We’re not done by a long shot.

Wedge: Now we’re mad.

Midnight: Very, very mad.

Galvatron: This is impossible. There’s no way any of you could’ve withstood that heat down there and survived.

Optimus: I guess you just miscalculated our power. Now, Galvatron, you and I have a little store to settle.

Galvatron: Ha, you were lucky to survive once. I wouldn’t try it again. You may have escaped the lava, that was luck. But mess with me and I’ll tear you apart. You know you can’t defeat me anyway. Wait until you see how easy it is for me to recharge my energy. It is as easy as taking in a big breath. Transform, Iron Mammoth! What do you think now, Optimus Prime? In my Iron Mammoth form, I’m indestructable. And I owe it all to you leading me to Fortress Maximus. You only have yourself to blame. Thanks to you, I will take over the universe!

[Commercial]

Optimus: You’re not doing anything. Not as long as there’s spark in my frame.
Galvatron: We’ll see. You know what they always say, if at first you don’t succeed —

Optimus: — In your case, give up! Face it, Galvatron. You’re finished here.

Galvatron: You’re the ones who should give up.

Koji: Galvatron’s new power has made him unbeatable. He’s found a way to disable the Autobots so that they can’t fight him. Without their help, the Earth will be doomed!

Galvatron: Hahahahahahaha!

Koji: Please, Optimus, don’t let him win. We all need you. The Earth needs you!

[End]

Transformers: Robots in Disguise
“Surprise Attack” – Episode 37
Written by Tom Wyner
Transcription by Brandon Williams
–

Galvatron: This is how I repay those who betray me. But your pain will also be your redemption. Each of you contains part of my essence, but your evolving individuality, desire and independence has weakened my influence, a development that is not irreversible. I shall recalibrate my spark programming and turn all of you into loyal servants again.

Gas Skunk: Oh, can he do that?

Dark Scream: He can do a lot of things he couldn’t do before.

Slapper: He oughta update his resume.

Scourge: Galvatron, I exist only to serve you. I await your orders.

Mega-Octane: The Decepticons serve you, and you alone, Galvatron. And we’ll destroy anyone who tries to prevent you from becoming supreme ruler of the universe.

Scourge: We are yours to command.

Sky-Byte: Hmmmm, it seems to me I’ve heard that one before.

Galvatron: Sky-Byte!

Sky-Byte: Errr, sir!

Galvatron: Sky-Byte, unlike those traitors, the Predacons have always been loyal. You’re the only ones I can trust.

Sky-Byte: Oh joy, oh rapture unforeseen.

Preds: I think… I’m gonna cry!

Galvatron: Because of this devotion, I am putting you in command of the next mission.

Sky-Byte: Yes, sir! Thank you, sir!

Galvatron: Now then, it would seem that this human boy Koji is fond of you.

Sky-Byte: Huh? Oh, the boy — who thinks I’m good — Well, I can explain that!

Galvatron: Sky-Byte, you will find the little pest and follow him wherever he goes. Is that understood?

Sky-Byte: Yes, sir. You can count on me. I won’t let him out of my sight for an instant.

Galvatron: Sooner or later that boy will lead us to the Autobots’ secret headquarters, which is where they must be hiding Cerebros.

Sky-Byte: Ah, yes. Another brilliant and cunning plan as usual, sir.

Galvatron: As for my Decepticons, your newfound loyalty and unquestioning obedience is still unproven. As of now, you are under Sky-Byte’s command.

Decepticons: Yes, sir!

Sky-Byte: This is getting better and better. Leave it to me, sir. I will not fail you.

[Transition]

Dr. Onishi: Blast. That doesn’t work, either.

Koji: Hi Dad.

Dr. Onishi: Hello, son.

Koji: Whatcha working on?

Dr. Onishi: I’ve downloaded every bit of information we have about Fortress Maximus in order to create a control program. Without success, I’m afraid.

Koji: Well maybe that’s because he responds to something else that isn’t a program at all.

Dr. Onishi: Hmmm…

Koji: When he responded to me, it was like we were feeling the same thing at the same time. Almost like we were on the same wave length or something. You know what I mean, Dad? I felt like we were singing the same song in perfect harmony.

Dr. Onishi: Harmony… You’ve just given me an idea, Koji.

Koji: T-AI’s working on the same problem right now. Could be she’s learned something new. I’ll go to Autobot headquarters and find out.

Dr. Onishi: Take care, son.

Sky-Byte: I’m sure it won’t take a long time to find him. I know he lives around here somewhere.

Jenny: Hello there, Mr. Sky-Byte!

Sky-Byte: Huh?!

Jenny: Hahahaha.

Sky-Byte: (Thinking) She knows who I am! I have to do something fast before she becomes suspicious! (Out loud) Hello there, young lady. Lovely day, isn’t it? (Thinking again) How embarrassing. I hate having to pretend to be Mr. Nice Guy. But under the circumstances, I have no choice. Because if Koji finds out I’m here, he won’t lead me anywhere.

Jenny: I’ll bet you’re looking for Koji, aren’t you?

Sky-Byte: Uhhh, why do you ask?

Jenny: Because he lives just a couple of blocks down that way.

Sky-Byte: Haha, I know! We’re friends, after all!

Jenny: Well, when you see him, tell him Jenny says “hello.” Nice meeting you, Mr. Sky-Byte. Bye now!

Sky-Byte: See ya! Nice to have seen you too, Jenny! Remember, any friend of Koji’s is a friend of mine! Well now, that didn’t take long. I’ll hide over here. Hmmm… He seems to be in a hurry. I wonder why. Perhaps something’s going on at Autobot headquarters and he’s headed there at this very moment. Sky-Byte, beast mode! Perfect. He doesn’t know he’s under surveillance, so following him will be easy. It looks like an ordinary parking structure. Very clever, but not clever enough to fool Sky-Byte. Hahaha, hwa! There must be a secret entrance, and the boy will lead me straight to it. Huh? Where’d he go?! There’s nothing here but cars! I lost him. He vanished into fumes.

[Transition]

Sideburn: Come on, Cerebros, don’t just stand there. We’re on your side. We can protect the Earth a whole lot better if we knew a way of controlling Maximus, and you’re the one that can tell us how to do it. Whoa! Cerebros just came online! How’d that happen?

Cerebros: A trilateral program consisting of bio-signature identification, motivational recognition and harmonic residence calibration. As a singular entity, I will respond to the bio-signature of any Autobot whose motivation is the protection of Earth. When fused with Fortress Maximus, I will respond only to the bio-signature of humans whose motivation is to aid and protect and in whom I detect no disharmonic residence of self-interest or desire for personal gain.

Koji: That’s why you wouldn’t respond to Carl when he was showing off.

T-AI: That explains why you came back online when Scourge duplicated Optimus’ bio-signature, but wouldn’t obey him once you were combined with Fortress Maximus.

X-Brawn: It’s a good system, but it’s not perfect. Scourge got control of Maximus out there in the desert, at least for a while. It’s up to us to make sure that never happens again.

[Commercial]

Sky-Byte: Galvatron, I followed the boy Koji into a parking structure. Once inside, he vanished. But their headquarters must be somewhere inside this building.

Galvatron: Have you found a way in?

Sky-Byte: No, sir. There must be a secret entrance.

Galvatron: But you’re certain that it’s hidden within that structure.

Sky-Byte: Uh, absolutely.

Galvatron: Well done, Sky-Byte. That’s where we’ll focus our attack. Once the Autobots are forced out of hiding, they’ll be kept busy by the Decepticons. And you’ll slip in and take Cerebros.

Sky-Byte: Uh, sir, it’s only free parking for the first twenty minutes. Could you send me some quarters?

Galvatron: What?!

Sky-Byte: Nothing, sir!

Galvatron: Now gather the Decepticons and prepare to attack.

Sky-Byte: Right. Immediately, sir. I hope they validate.

Scourge: Out of my way, humans!

Movor: Target in range. I’m moving in. Time to smoke ’em out.

T-AI: Optimus, look! It’s the Decepticons. Somehow they figured out where we are.

Sideburn: They’re hitting us with everything they’ve got!

Optimus: What they really want is Cerebros.

Scourge: Continue the attack. Maximum firepower! Scourge, transform! Decepticons, transform and move in.

Rollbar & Armorhide: Transform!

Ro-Tor: Ro-Tor, transform!

Movor: Movor, transform!

Mega-Octane: Mega-Octane, transform! Decepticons, combiner mode!

Commandos: Roger!

Ruination: Ruination awakens!

Scourge: Sky-Byte, you are in command. The Decepticons await your orders.

Sky-Byte: I like your attitude, Decepticon. The Autobots are somewhere in that building. Blast them out.

Scourge: Yes, sir!

Sky-Byte: Heh, heh, heh, heh! I’ve waited for this a long time. I’m finally in command.

Dark Scream: You’re the boss, Sky-Byte!

Slapper: That’s right. You’re Galvatron’s go-to guy! Now we’ll have it easy and Scourge and his guys will have to do all the dirty work.

Gas Skunk: That is, unless we mess it up and have to go back without Cerebros.

Sky-Byte: Errrghh…

Slapper & Dark Scream: Nevermind.

Gas Skunk: Forget it.

Ruination: Ruination, rapid fire!

Optimus: All right, we’ve prepared for this. Time to put the plan into action. You’ve all got the co-ordinates. I’ll meet you there.

Sideburn: Hey, what about Koji? We can’t leave him here by himself.

T-AI: And going with you would be too dangerous.

Optimus: You’re right, so we’ll change the plan a little. Autobot Brothers, you stay here with Koji. When the Decepticons hear the open-frequency distress call and clear out, take him some place safe.

Sideburn: Done deal, dude.

Optimus: Showtime, guys. You ready?

All: Roger!

Optimus: All Autobots, mayday! Mayday! Headquarters is being attacked! I’m trying to escape with Cerebros.

Sky-Byte: Sky-Byte, beast mode! I gave you an order. Where are you going?

Slapper: Hey, who’s that Optimus is carrying?

Gas Skunk: Cerebros.

Dark Scream: Uh oh!

Ro-Tor: Don’t let him get away!

Koji: Stop, Sideburn. Let me off here.

Sideburn: Catch you later, little buddy.

Koji: Good luck, you guys.

X-Brawn: Thanks.

Prowl: Be safe, Koji. Come on, guys. We don’t want them to start the party without us.

Autobot Bros: Let’s roll!

T-AI: This is T-AI, calling all Autobots! Calling Skid-Z, Tow-Line, Spychangers, Team Bullet Train and the Build Team. Okay now, listen up. The Decepticons and the Predacons have taken the base. They’re following Optimus and Cerebros. Go to the designated co-ordinates now.

All: Roger!

[Transition]

Skid-Z: All right! The time’s finally come for Galvatron’s thugs to get what’s coming to them!

Tow-Line: You said it. It’s payback time.

Hot Shot: C’mon, Spychangers. Let’s roll.

Spychangers: Let’s roll!

Midnight: Oh, come on! Last one there’s a dortleflu!

Rapid Run: This is gonna be a battle to remember.

Railspike: Probably the most important we’ve ever fought. This one’s gonna settle things once and for all.

Heavy Load: I’m ready to rumble!

Wedge: Build Team, move out.

T-AI: All the Autobots are on their way, Optimus.

Optimus: Good. Make sure they stay out of sight till our guests arrive. Hold tight, Cerebros. We’re going off-road.

Sky-Byte: It’s a dead end. He’s trapped.

Optimus: When they attack, I’ll take evasive action. So hold on!

Sky-Byte: Fire!

Gas Skunk: We got him now!

Optimus: We sure are cutting this a little close!

[Commercial]

Kelly: What a lovely day for a ride on the lake. It’s so calm and relaxing.

Optimus: Optimus Prime, transform!

Kelly: Those robots again! I won’t get upset, I won’t let them ruin my day. No matter what they do, I’ll ignore them.

Scourge: Scourge, transform!

Mega-Octane: Mega-Octane, transform!

Ro-Tor: Ro-Tor, transform!

Movor: Movor, transform!

Armorhide: Armorhide, transform!

Rollbar: Rollbar, transform!

Gas Skunk: Gas Skunk, terrorize!

Dark Scream: Dark Scream, terrorize!

Slapper: Slapper, terrorize!

Sky-Byte: Sky-Byte, terrorize!

Kelly: If I get farther away, it’ll be easier to ignore them!

Sky-Byte: As one commander to another, I would just like to say, you did your best, Optimus, but I’m afraid it wasn’t good enough. And now you must suffer the consequences. Nothing to say? This is a momentous occassion, you must have some last words. Hahahaha!

Optimus: I suggest you take a look behind you, Sky-Byte.

Sky-Byte: Hahaha — Oh. Autobots! So it was a trick! You weren’t running, you were leading us into a trap!

Optimus: I knew you’d find our headquarters eventually, so we were ready for you. Your surprise attack was really no surprise at all.

Galvatron: You’re in for a little surprise yourself, Optimus. Galvatron, transform!

Optimus: Galvatron.

Galvatron: Ever wonder why I came to this wretched planet? The Predacon Council sent me to capture the most powerful fighting machine in Cybertron’s history, Fortress Maximus.

Optimus: Then you’ve here for nothing. He won’t obey you. You can’t control him.

Galvatron: Perhaps, but you can’t control him either. And without his firepower and weaponry, you can’t stop me from destroying you.

Optimus: What is that thing?

Ironhide: Whatever it is, I think we’re in trouble.

Mirage: I’ve never seen that kind of firepower.

REV: What are we gonna do?

WARS: That’s a real good question.

Slapper: Where’s Sky-Byte? He’s our commander now! He’s supposed to be protecting us.

Sky-Byte: I want my blanky!

Gas Skunk: Commander, huh?

Slapper: He found a good place to hide, didn’t he?

Wedge: Build Team, form Landfill! Combine!

Build Team: Quad power combiner mode!

Railspike: Now it’s our turn, guys. Let’s do it.

Midnight: Rail Racer!

Rapid Run: Transform!

Bullet Trains: Bullet Fusion Mode! Triple Power, Rail Racer!

Rail Racer: Fusion Mode! Come on, Galvatron. Take your best shot. I’ll fire this one right up his tailpipe. From here I can’t miss.

X-Brawn: X-Brawn, super-charge!

Prowl: Prowl, super-charge!

Sideburn: Sideburn, super-charge!

Magnus: Even with all the Autobots here, they still can’t win without me.

Sideburn: Hurry up, Magnus! We’re in trouble down here.

Magnus: Ultra Magnus, transform! We’ll fight ’em together, Optimus!

Magnus & Optimus: Combine into Omega Prime!

Omega Prime: Omega Blast!

X-Brawn: Omega Prime got blown away like a tumbleweed on the prarie. How are we gonna stop that thing?

Omega Prime: We’ll find a way. We’ve got to.

Galvatron: Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha. Come now, let’s be realistic, shall we? If you had any way of stopping me, you’d have done it by now.

Wedge: Yeah? We’ll just see about that, Galvatron.

Omega Prime: Landfill, wait!

Wedge: You haven’t beaten us yet. You never will! I’ve got the spark of an Autobot. And that’s more powerful than any weapon.

Omega Prime: Landfill!

Cerebros: The strength of his courage, his willingness, to sacrifice himself to protect the Earth. I must initiate Headmaster protocol. I must activate Fortress Maximus.

T-AI: Omega Prime, I’m picking up some strange kind of seismic activity in your location.

Omega Prime: What’s going on?

Wedge: Omega Prime, behind you, it’s Fortress Maximus.

Cerebros: Fortress Maximus, battle mode. Cerebros, transform.

Fortress Maximus: AAAARRRGGGHHH!

Sideburn: Maximus is back!

Galvatron: So, the mighty Fortress Maximus has finally decided to fight. Very well, let’s see how mighty he really is. Galvatron, gigaclaw mode! Initiating command center integration.

[Commercial]

Omega Prime: Galvatron is tremendously powerful, but now he’s got the added power of his command center. Even Maximus may not be able to stop him.

Galvatron: Fire!

Wedge: I don’t know how you activated Maximus, but I’m sure glad you did.

Omega Prime: Not me, Landfill. Cerebros responded to your courage. All right, Autobots. Let’s get out there and win this thing.

Sideburn: Right! Let’s kick bot!

Prowl: Jet Boosters!

X-Brawn: Bronco Blast!

Scourge: Sword of Fury!

Omega Prime: Omega Fist of Steel!

Sky-Byte: Why can’t we all just get along?

Kelly: I think I’ll go home now. Okay?

Galvatron: Scorpus Laser!

Omega Prime: Omega Arsenal Blast!

Fortress Maximus: The Earth is under my protection. You shall not harm her.

Omega Prime: Thank you, Fortress Maximus. Thank you.

[End]