The Transformers (animated series) characters 5174324 225466443 2008-07-13T21:05:18Z 83.218.4.114 just precised the tape transforms into a condor This is a list of characters appearing in the original American [[Transformers (original cartoon)|Transformers cartoon]], first aired between [[1984]] and [[1987]]. ===Autobots=== {| class="wikitable" The '''Autobots''' (also known as '''Cybertrons ''' in Japan) are the [[hero]]es in the ''[[Transformers (toyline)|Transformers toyline]]'' and related spin-off [[Transformers (comic)|comics]] and [[Transformers series|cartoons]]. Their main leader is [[Optimus Prime]], but other "Primes" have also commanded the Autobots such as [[Rodimus Prime]]. They are constantly at war with the [[Decepticon]]s. In the U.S. cartoon line, the Autobots were the descendants of a line of robots created as consumer goods by the [[Quintessons]]; the [[Decepticon]]s, are descended instead from robots designed as military hardware. Other terms for the Autobots are '''Autorobots ''' (in [[Italy]]), '''Autoboterna ''' (in [[Sweden]]), '''Kibery ''' (in [[Ukraine]]), and '''Robotrikim ''' (in [[Israel]]). |} {| class="wikitable" |- ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Name ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Alternate mode ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | First appearance ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Last appearance ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Voiced by |- | rowspan="2" | [[Optimus Prime]] | [[1985]] [[Peterbuilt]] [[Truck]] with Trailer | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Peter Cullen]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" |Once a young robot known as [[Orion Pax]], he was attacked by Megatron in the episode [[War Dawn]] and later rebuilt, making him into the formidable [[Optimus Prime]]. As leader of the [[Autobot]]s, he has dedicated himself to a life of stopping the [[Decepticon]]s wherever they attack. He is accompanied by a trailer in vehicle mode, which can become a weapon platform. Also accompanied by Roller, a small unspeaking [[Autobot]] which is sent on reconnaissance missions. Killed by Megatron in [[The Transformers: The Movie]], later resurrected by the [[Quintessons]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Wheeljack]] | [[1977]] [[Lancia Stratos|Lancia Stratos Turbo]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. | Was killed in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Chris Latta]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The [[Autobots]]' resident inventor and gadgeteer. He often produces devices when needed, though his inventions were notorious for exploding in his face while he was still testing/working on them. Optimistic. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Bumblebee]] | [[1963]] [[Volkswagen Beetle]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Was rebuilt into [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Goldbug]] in [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]]. | [[Dan Gilvezan]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Often referred to as the "smallest [[Autobot]]", [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Bumblebee]] often volunteers for missions where his small size is an asset. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Cliffjumper]] | [[1982]] [[Porsche 924]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] - Voice actor [[Casey Kasem]] quit in protest of portrayal of [[Carbombya]]. Last seen in [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]]. | [[Casey Kasem]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Impulsive. [[Optimus Prime]] frequently reminds him to exercise caution. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Prowl (Transformers)|Prowl]] | [[1979]] [[Nissan 280ZX]] Police Car | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Killed by [[Scavenger (Transformers)|Scavenger]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie]]. | [[Michael Bell]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A logical and competent tactician who operated as Optimus Prime's right-hand man in many early episodes. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Jazz (Transformers)|Jazz]] | [[1983]] [[Porsche 935|Porsche 935 Turbo]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Scatman Crothers]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A connoisseur of music, [[Jazz (Transformers)|Jazz]] has the ability to disorient opponents with loud sound. Jazz is also named as Optimus Prime's right-hand man in the Tech Spec that describes his personality on his box. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Sideswipe]] | [[1965]] [[Lamborghini Countach|Lamborghini Countach LP500S]] | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 2|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2)]]. | [[Kremzeek! (Transformers episode)|Kremzeek!]] | [[Michael Bell]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Very brave, but also reckless and tends to use dirty tricks to achieve victory. Carries a rocket pack that allows him to fly for short periods. "Brother" of Sunstreaker. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Ratchet (Transformers)|Ratchet]] | [[1960]] Nissan Onebox Vanette Ambulance | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Was killed by Megatron and Starscream in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Don Messick]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The [[Autobot]]s' resident doctor and mechanic. While he is a medic, he doesn't have a particularly good bedside manner as he frequently throws things like wrenches at his patients if they got hurt for doing something stupid/something they could've avoided. He only threw things once he had repaired them properly of course. (He does this especially when it is [[Sunstreaker]] or [[Sideswipe]] as the said patients.) |- | rowspan="2" | [[Ironhide]] | [[1959]] Nissan Onebox Vanette | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | was killed by Megatron in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Peter Cullen]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Tough, but impulsive. Frequently calls for battle against [[Decepticon]]s, and sometimes engages in battle in spite of [[Optimus Prime]]'s orders. Is also head of security. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Hound (Transformers)|Hound]] | [[1943]] Mitsubishi J59 Military Jeep | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Ken Sansom]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The [[Autobots]]' resident detective. Can create realistic looking holograms to keep opponents off guard. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Mirage (Transformers)|Mirage]] | [[1975]] F-1 Ligier JS-11 [[Formula-1]] racer | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[Masquerade (Transformers episode)|Masquerade]]. He was supposed to be killed in the original script of [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] |[[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | More interested in enjoying life than in fighting, [[Mirage (Transformers)|Mirage]] expresses the desire to return home to [[Cybertron]] more frequently than other [[Autobot]]s. Can become invisible, to spy on the [[Decepticon]]s, and frequently, to ambush them. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Trailbreaker]] | [[1985]] [[Toyota Hilux|Toyota 4WD Hilux]] | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 2|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2)]]. | [[Masquerade (Transformers episode)|Masquerade]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Has the power to create impenetrable forcefields. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Sunstreaker]] | [[1994]] Super-Tuned [[Lamborghini Countach|Lamborghini Countach LP500S]] | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 2|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2)]]. | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Corey Burton]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Obsessed with personal appearance. Often retorts with lines like "Hey, that's a new paint job!" He is also the "Brother" of Sideswipe. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Silverstreak|Bluestreak]] | [[1974]] [[Nissan 280ZX]] | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 3|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 3)]]. | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Casey Kasem]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A very skilled shooter who packs some serious firepower. However, he hates war (and isn't especially courageous), and tends to chatter incessantly. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Windcharger]] | [[1995]] [[Pontiac Firebird]] | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[S.O.S. Dinobots]]. | Was killed in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]], last seen in [[Call of the Primitives]] (This is considered an animation error). | [[John Stephenson]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Carries powerful magnets in his arms that he can use to manipulate large objects. Somewhat impatient. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Brawn (Transformers)|Brawn]] | [[1969]] [[Land Rover]] | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 2|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2)]]. | Killed by [[Megatron]] and [[Starscream]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]], last seen in [[Carnage in C-Minor]] (This is considered an animation error). | [[Corey Burton]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Despite his small stature, [[Brawn (Transformers)|Brawn]] is often described as one of the toughest [[Autobot]]s. Is considered the strongest of them, second only to [[Optimus Prime]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Huffer (Transformers)|Huffer]] | A Mini Diesel Truck | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 2|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2)]]. | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. Was mentioned as dead by [[Witwicky family#Daniel|Daniel Witwicky]] in [[Dark Awakening]] last seen in [[Carnage In C-Minor]](This is considered an animation error). | [[John Stephenson]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Is often the first to express a lack of confidence in battle. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Gears (Transformers)|Gears]] | [[1952]] 4WD Off-Road [[Pickup Truck]] | Appears in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 2|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 2)]]. | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Don Messick]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Characters periodically refer to [[Gears (Transformers)|Gears]] as being unpleasant. Uses infrared beam to see things at night. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Jetfire|Skyfire]] | [[VF-1 Valkyrie]] | [[Fire In the Sky]] | [[Dark Awakening]] | [[Gregg Berger]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Jetfire|Skyfire]] was originally a good friend to [[Starscream]]. As described by [[Starscream]] in [[Fire In the Sky]] the two first travelled to Earth long before the great Cybertonian wars; before there was a distinction between [[Autobot]] and [[Decepticon]]. When they were caught in a storm, [[Jetfire|Skyfire]] crashed and was presumed destroyed when [[Starscream]] could not find him. After being found by [[Starscream]] in 1984 at the North Pole, [[Jetfire|Skyfire]] briefly joined the [[Decepticons]] before ultimately concluding that his heart was that of an [[Autobot]]. [[Jetfire|Skyfire]] continued to be a valuable asset to the [[Autobot]] cause over the course of the series. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Slag (Transformers)|Slag]] | [[Triceratops]] | Created by [[Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (Transformers)|Ratchet]] in [[S.O.S. Dinobots]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Neil Ross]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Hostile, likes to fight. Leads the Dinobots once when Grimlock is incapacitated. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Grimlock]] | ''[[Tyrannosaurus|Tyrannosaurus rex]]'' | Created by [[Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (Transformers)|Ratchet]] in [[S.O.S. Dinobots]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Gregg Berger]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Very powerful leader of the Dinobots. Not overly bright, he tended to be used as comic relief after the Movie. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Sludge (Transformers)|Sludge]] | [[Apatosaurus|Brontosaurus]] | Created by [[Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (Transformers)|Ratchet]] in [[S.O.S. Dinobots]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Least intelligent of the Dinobots, follows whoever appears strongest. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Snarl (Transformers)|Snarl]] | [[Stegosaurus]] | Created by [[Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (Transformers)|Ratchet]] in [[War of the Dinobots]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Hal Rayle]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Rarely speaks, but lines convey confidence in the Dinobots and their abilities. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Swoop (Transformers)|Swoop]] | [[Pteranodon]] | Created by [[Wheeljack]] and [[Ratchet (Transformers)|Ratchet]] in [[War of the Dinobots]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Michael Bell]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Most intelligent and cooperative Dinobot. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Warpath (Transformers)|Warpath]] | [[M551 Sheridan]] [[Tank]] | First appears in [[A Prime Problem]]. First speaks in [[Dinobot Island (Part 2)]]. | [[Ghost in the Machine (Transformers)|Ghost in the Machine]] | [[Alan Oppenheimer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Optimistic, punctuates his speech with sound effects (e.g., Wham! Bang!). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Powerglide (Transformers)|Powerglide]] | [[A-10 Warthog]] | [[A Prime Problem]] | [[Ghost in the Machine (Transformers)|Ghost in the Machine]] | [[Michael Chain]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Cocky hot-dogging flier. According to Bumblebee, "can't save a guy without doin' a commercial." In the episode "Dark Awakening" a ship many fans thought to be Powerglide was destroyed. This is considered an animation error. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Beachcomber (Transformers)|Beachcomber]] | [[1945]] [[Dune Buggy]] | [[The Insecticon Syndrome]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[Alan Oppenheimer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Laid-back personality, loves peace and nature. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Inferno (Transformers)|Inferno]] | [[1955]] [[Mitsubishi Fuso]] Fire Truck | [[The Insecticon Syndrome]] | [[Kremzeek! (Transformers episode)|Kremzeek!]] | [[Walker Edmiston]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Eager to come to the rescue, sometimes overdoes it. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Tracks (Transformers)|Tracks]] | [[1957]] [[Chevrolet Corvette]] Stingray | Appears in [[Dinobot Island (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[Dinobot Island (Part 2)]]. | [[Masquerade (Transformers episode)|Masquerade]] | [[Michael McConnohie]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Self-conscious urban sophisticate who finds human city life exhilarating. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Grapple (Transformers)|Grapple]] | [[1951]] [[Mitsubishi Fuso]] Crane Truck | Appears in [[Dinobot Island (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[The Master Builder (Transformers episode)|The Master Builder]]. | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Peter Renaday]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Worrier and perfectionist who longs for his former life a peaceful architect. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Blaster (Transformers)|Blaster]] | 1984 [[Boombox|Radio-Cassette Deck]] | [[Dinobot Island (Part 1)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Buster Jones]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Talks like a radio DJ. His musical tastes are not shared by most of his fellow Autobots. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Red Alert (Transformers)|Red Alert]] | [[Lamborghini Countach|Lamborghini Countach LP500S]] | [[Dinobot Island (Part 1)]] | [[Revenge of Bruticus]] | [[Michael Chain]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Brave and professional but pessimistic. On one occasion suffered from delusional [[paranoia]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Smokescreen (Transformers)|Smokescreen]] | [[Datsun 280ZX]] | Appears in [[Dinobot Island (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[The Master Builder (Transformers episode)|The Master Builder]]. | [[Kremzeek!]] | [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Intelligent and likeable but sometimes overconfident. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Hoist (Transformers)|Hoist]] | [[1984]] Toyota 4WD Hilux [[Tow Truck]] | [[The Master Builder (Transformers episode)|The Master Builder]]. | [[Masquerade (Transformers episode)|Masquerade]] | [[Michael Chain]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The team's encourager. Truck bed contains a wide variety of construction implements. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Perceptor]] | [[Microscope]] | [[Dinobot Island (Part 2)]] | [[The Face of Nijika]] | [[Paul Eiding]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Team scientist who prefers studying to fighting. Usually seen at headquarters or on investigative missions. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Seaspray (Transformers)|Seaspray]] | [[Hovercraft]] | [[Dinobot Island (Part 2)]] | [[Thief In The Night]] | [[Alan Oppenheimer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Intellectual dreamer who believes he is more than a collection of mechanical parts. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Alana (transformers)|Alana]] | [[Gondola]] | [[Sea Change (Transformers episode)|Sea Change]] | [[Sea Change (Transformers episode)|Sea Change]], only appearance | [[Linda Gary]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" |Leader of a race of aliens called the [[Tlalakans]] who rebel against Deceptitran. Has an ability to see into the heart of matter. Befriends with [[Seaspray]] in the episode Sea Change. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Cosmos (Transformers)|Cosmos]] | [[Flying saucer|Flying Saucer]] | [[Megatron's Master Plan (Part 2)]]. | [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[Michael McConnohie]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Disaster-prone worrier, often needs to be rescued. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Omega Supreme]] | Base with [[Tank]] and [[Rocket ship]] | [[Blaster Blues]] | [[The Big Broadcast of 2006]] | [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Emotionless, speaks in two-word sentences (except in his feature episode). Holds a long-standing grudge against the Constructicons. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Skids (Transformers)|Skids]] | Honda City Turbo [[Mini-Van]] | [[Quest for Survival]] | [[Triple Takeover]] | [[Michael Chain]], [[Dan Gilvezan]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Personality not developed in the cartoon. Has only two brief appearances with one line apiece. |- |- | rowspan="2" | [[Devcon]] | Small Spaceship | [[The Gambler (Transformers episode)|The Gambler]] | [[The Gambler (Transformers episode)|The Gambler]], only appearance | [[John Stephenson]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Bounty hunter. Some sources spell the name ''Defcon''. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Alpha Trion]] | Cybertronian jet | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | Sacrifices himself in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]]. Last Seen in [[The Rebirth (Part 2)]] as part of [[Vector Sigma]] | [[John Stephenson]], [[Corey Burton]] (War Dawn version), [[Tony Pope]] (A3) |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The oldest [[Autobot]]. One of the original creations of the [[Cybertron]]ian super-computer [[Vector Sigma]]. Was once known as A3 in his earliest days. Was the guardian of the [[Matrix of Leadership]] when it had no bearer and was the one who created [[Optimus Prime]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Elita One]] | Cybertronian Car | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[Marlene Aragon]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Built by Alpha Trion from Ariel. Leader of the female Autobots. Has a special power to freeze time, but drains a lot of her lifeforce. Used her power to save Optimus Prime from almost certain death. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Chromia (Transformers)|Chromia]] | Cybertronian Car | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[Linda Gary]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Second in command of the female Autobots. Used to work with Ironhide back on Cybertron. |- | rowspan="2" | [http://transformers.wikia.com/wiki/Firestar Firestar] | Cybertronian Truck | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[Morgan Lofting]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Female Autobot. Used to work with Inferno back on Cybertron. |- | rowspan="2" | [http://transformers.wikia.com/wiki/Moonracer Moonracer] | Cybertronian Car | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[The Search for Alpha Trion]] | [[Morgan Lofting]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Female Autobot. Used to work with Powerglide back on Cybertron. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Silverbolt]] | [[Concorde]] | Created by the Autobots in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | Was wounded by [[Sixshot]] in [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] and rebuilt into engines to move Cybertron in [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] but survived along with the other Aerialbots. | [[Charles Adler (voice actor)|Charles Adler]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader of the Aerialbots. Silverbolt has [[acrophobia]], but his sense of duty puts his fear in check. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Air Raid (Transformers)|Air Raid]] | [[1973]] [[F-15 Eagle]] | Created by the Autobots in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | Was wounded by [[Sixshot]] in [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] and rebuilt into engines to move Cybertron in [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] but survived along with the other Aerialbots. | [[Rob Paulsen]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Adventurous; most lines are expressions of enthusiasm and confidence. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Slingshot (Transformers)|Slingshot]] | [[Harrier Jump Jet]] | Created by the Autobots in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | Was wounded by [[Sixshot]] in [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] and rebuilt into engines to move Cybertron in [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] but survived along with the other Aerialbots. | [[Rob Paulsen]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Brash and proud. Led a desertion based on his contempt for Autobots and humans, but later realized the necessity of fighting the Decepticons. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Skydive (Transformers)|Skydive]] | [[1967]] [[F-16]] | Created by the Autobots in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | Was wounded by [[Sixshot]] in [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] and rebuilt into engines to move Cybertron in [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] but survived along with the other Aerialbots. | [[Laurie Faso]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Gentle. Usually makes observations or gives reports. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Fireflight (Transformers)|Fireflight]] | [[F-4 Phantom]] | Created by the Autobots in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | Was wounded by [[Sixshot]] in [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] and rebuilt into engines to move Cybertron in [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] but survived along with the other Aerialbots. | [[Jeff MacKay]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Inquisitive. Like the other Aerialbots, prefers Cybertron to Earth. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Superion]] | The 5 [[Aerialbots]] | [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Frank Welker]], [[Ed Gilbert]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The [[Aerialbots]] were built from scrapped Autobot transports on [[Cybertron]] and given personalities by [[Vector Sigma]]. Together they form [[Superion]], the most frequently appearing Autobot giant, who makes significant discoveries in several episodes. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Streetwise (Transformers)|Streetwise]] | [[Nissan]] [[300ZX#Z31|300ZX Z31]] Police Car | [[Revenge of Bruticus]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Peter Cullen]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Calm and casual. Only Autobot to refer to Starscream as "Screamer." |- | rowspan="2" | [[Groove (Transformers)|Groove]] | [[Harley-Davidson FL|Harley Davidson Tour Glide]] [[Motorcycle]] | [[Revenge of Bruticus]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Rarely featured; voice and personality vary across appearances. |- | rowspan="2" | [[First Aid (Transformers)|First Aid]] | [[Ambulance]] | First appeared in [[Revenge of Bruticus]]. First spoke in [[Surprise Party (Transformers episode)|Surprise Party]]. | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Michael Bell]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Pacifist (but uses a blaster in his last appearance). Designed and built Metroplex. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Hot Spot (Transformers)|Hot Spot]] | [[Mitsubishi Fuso]] Fire Truck | First appeared in [[Revenge of Bruticus]]. First spoke in [[B.O.T.]]. | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Dan Gilvezan]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader of the Protectobots. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Blades (Transformers)|Blades]] | [[Bell 204/205|Bell 204]] [[Helicopter]] | [[Revenge of Bruticus]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Heroic, but can be a bit of a hot-head. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Defensor (Transformers)|Defensor]] | The 5 [[Protectobots]] | [[B.O.T.]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Chris Latta]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Sworn to protect the human race from the Autobot and Decepticon war. The origin of the [[Protectobots]] who form this giant is not given in the cartoon. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Hot Rod (Transformers)|Hot Rod]] | [[1977]] [[Ford GT]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Judd Nelson]], [[Richard Gautier]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Brash young adventurer and friend of Daniel. Becomes Rodimus Prime at the end of [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] but reverts to Hot Rod when he relinquishes the [[Matrix of Leadership]]. Later becomes a [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Firebolt]] (also voiced by [[Richard Gautier]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Kup]] | [[1914]] [[Pickup Truck]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Lionel Stander]], [[John Stephenson]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Old and wise mentor with a wry sense of humor and a penchant for telling stories of his many experiences. Becomes a [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Recoil]] (voiced by [[Johnny Haymer]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Ultra Magnus]] | [[1985]] [[Mack]] Car Carrier | [[The Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Robert Stack]], [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Ultra Magnus]] is a longtime friend and follower of [[Optimus Prime]] who takes over command of the Autobots after the attack on [[Autobot City]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. He is subsequently destroyed by [[Galvatron]] but rebuilt by the [[Junkions]]. After [[Hot Rod]] becomes [[Rodimus Prime]], [[Ultra Magnus]] steps down as leader of the Autobots in favor of the chosen one. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Blurr]] | [[1920]] Race Car | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[John Moschitta, Jr.]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Fast-talking, excitable, and prone to worry or complain. Can sometimes slow his speech when he wants to be taken seriously. Becomes a [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Haywire (Transformers)|Haywire]] (voiced by [[Rob Paulsen]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Springer (Transformers)|Springer]] | [[1978]] [[Helicopter]]/Cybertronian Car | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Burden Hardest to Bear]] | [[Neil Ross]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Strong and heroic, with an intense (possibly romantic) connection to Arcee. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Arcee]] | [[1922]] Convertible Coupe | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Susan Blu]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Arcee]] is the only female [[Autobot]] to appear on a regular basis. She was created in an effort by the film's producers to expand the market audience to include girls as well as to appear less sexist. Some have criticized the character for being overly stereotypically female due mainly to her need to protect [[Witwicky family#Daniel|Daniel Witwicky]] and act as a surrogate mother. She eventually becomes a [[Headmaster]] with Daniel (in an [[Exo-suit]]) forming her head. It was implied that there was some sexual tension between her and Hot Rod during [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. Though this did not carry over subsequent series. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Steeljaw]] | Lion/Cassette Tape | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Frank Welker]] (animal noises only) |- | colspan="4";; valign="top" | According to Blaster, "can sniff out any trail, whether it's hot or not." |- | rowspan="2" | [[Ramhorn]] | Rhino/Cassette Tape | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[John Hostetter]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Eager for battle. Only speaks in one episode, in which he stutters. Otherwise makes only rhino noises. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Eject (Transformers)|Eject]] | Cassette Tape | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Madman's Paradise]] | none |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Never speaks in the cartoon. Usually seen only in the background. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Rewind (Transformers)|Rewind]] | Cassette Tape | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Madman's Paradise]] | [[Townsend Coleman]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Portable repository of knowledge, but also fights alongside Eject. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Wheelie (Transformers)|Wheelie]] | Cybertronian Car | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Wheelie aided [[Grimlock]] and the other [[Dinobots]] in reuniting with [[Kup]] and [[Hot Rod]] on Quintessa. Wheelie speaks in rhyme. His weapon of choice is a slingshot with [[Energon (power source)|energon]] pellets. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Rodimus Prime]] | Cybertronian RV | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Judd Nelson]], [[Richard Gautier]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Chosen by the [[Matrix of Leadership]] to command the Autobots after the death of [[Optimus Prime]]. A reluctant leader, he must deal with his brashness, his sense of unworthiness, and his distaste for diplomacy. Looks to [[Ultra Magnus]] for guidance. Reverts to his former identity [[Hot Rod]] whenever he is without the Matrix. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Outback (Transformers)|Outback]] | [[Jeep]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 1|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 1)]] | [[The Quintesson Journal]] | [[Dan Gilvezan]], [[Aron Kincaid]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Unlike Swerve and Tailgate, Outback had a couple episodes to showcase him for the audience. His tech spec describes him described as being anti-social. Though some say he is an upgraded form of the Season 1-2 minibot Brawn, this may not be the case due to different personalities. Speaks with an Australian accent. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Broadside (Transformers)|Broadside]] | [[Aircraft Carrier]]/[[Jet Fighter]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 2|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 2)]] | [[The Burden Hardest to Bear]] | [[William E. Martin|Bill Martin]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Appears occasionally to provide transportation and muscle power for Autobot missions. Changes appearances midway through the third season from a human-like face to a silver faceplate resembling that of the toy on which his character is based. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Pipes (Transformers)|Pipes]] | A Mini Diesel Truck | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[Forever Is a Long Time Coming]] | [[Hal Rayle]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A mechanical genius with an admitted ignorance of theoretical physics. Leads the Minibots' ill-fated defense of Teletraan I. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Swerve (Transformers)|Swerve]] | [[Pickup Truck]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[Forever Is a Long Time Coming]] | [[Ted Schwartz]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | One of the first Autobots to fight Trypticon; stomped into the ground. Later seen on a racetrack during a time distortion. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Tailgate (Transformers)|Tailgate]] | [[Sports Car]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]], only appearance | [[Ted Schwartz]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | One of the first Autobots to fight Trypticon. Fate unknown. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Metroplex (Transformers)|Metroplex]] | Autobot [[City]]/Battle Station | [[Scramble City]] (only in Japan) | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Bud Davis]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Forms part of [[Autobot City]] when on base (although the names Autobot City and Metroplex are sometimes used interchangeably). Accompanied by the car [[Scamper]], the tank [[Slammer]], and robot [[Six-Gun]], each of whom appear only rarely. Six-Gun's voice is provided by [[Maurice LaMarche]], and Scamper is performed by [[Dan Gilvezan]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Sky Lynx]] | [[Space Shuttle]]/[[Pterodactyl]]/[[Lynx]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Aron Kincaid]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Vocally confident in his superiority and effectiveness. Often used for transportation and rescue. Not a Dinobot, but has dinosaur electrons in his circuitry. |- | rowspan="2" | [[U-Haul Robot]] | Cybertronian truck | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 4|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 4)]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 4|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 4)]], only appearance | [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | One of the ancient autobots that were enslaved by the Quintessons 10 million years ago. One of the first become a transformer. Note: U-Haul Robot was not named in the series and his name derives from the Script for part four of the episode [[Five Faces of Darkness]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Sandstorm (Transformers)|Sandstorm]] | [[1965]] [[Dune Buggy]]/[[Helicopter]] | [[Fight or Flee]] | [[Starscream's Ghost]] | [[Jerry Houser]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader of the peaceful Autobot colony of [[Paradron]], but forced to fight when Decepticons claimed the planet. Befriended [[Octane]] during the latter's banishment from the Decepticons. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Nosecone (Transformers)|Nosecone]] | Cybertronian drill | Created by [[Grimlock]] in [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[David Workman]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The first Technobot created by Grimlock. Insists on thinking before taking action. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Lightspeed (Transformers)|Lightspeed]] | [[race car|Race Car]] | Created by [[Grimlock]] in [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Danny Mann]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Mellow observer with a dry sense of humor. Loves being in space. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Strafe (Transformers)|Strafe]] | [[Jet Fighter]] | Created by [[Grimlock]] in [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Steve Bulin]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Loves "action hard and fast." |- | rowspan="2" | [[Scattershot (Transformers)|Scattershot]] | [[Jet Fighter]]/[[Cannon]] | Created by [[Grimlock]] in [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Steve Bulin]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader of the Technobots. Confident but sometimes dismissive of the need for help. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Afterburner (Transformers)|Afterburner]] | [[Motorcycle]] | Created by [[Grimlock]] in [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Jim Cummings]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Boisterous and aggressive, tends to leap into action without forethought. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Computron (Transformers)|Computron]] | The 5 [[Technobots]] | [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Bert Kramer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Calculates probabilities in a monotone and recommends or performs the concluded action for maximally effective results. A giant formed by [[Technobots]] who were built by [[Grimlock]] who was made super-intelligent in an accident. Grimlock transferred his intelligence into Computron. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Goldbug]] | [[1994]] [[Volkswagen Beetle]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Dan Gilvezan]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | After [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Bumblebee]] had been damaged by [[Superion]], who was infected with the "Hate virus", the revived [[Optimus Prime]] ordered the [[Quintesson]], who [[Sky Lynx]] captured to revive him, to repair any Autobots who had not been infected with the virus. [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Bumblebee]] had to be rebuilt all over again due to severe damage and was given the name Goldbug by Prime after he liked the new gold paintjob. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Punch-Counterpunch]] | Car | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 2)]] | [[John Moschitta, Jr.]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | An Autobot scout and investigator who masquerades as the Decepticon Counterpunch. Seems to enjoy deceiving the enemy. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Sureshot (Transformers)|Sureshot]] | [[race car|Race Car]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Steve Bulin]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Wants to be part of the action. A [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Spoilsport]] (voiced by [[Danny Mann]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Hardhead (Transformers)|Hardhead]] | [[Tank]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Stephen Keener]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Brawn-over-brains powerhouse. His head is formed by the [[Nebulon]] strategist [[Duros (Transformers)|Duros]] (voiced by [[Charlie Adler]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Chromedome]] | [[Car]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Laid-back character whose head is formed by the [[Nebulon]] strategist [[Stylor]] (voiced by [[Charlie Adler]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Pointblank (Transformers)|Pointblank]] | [[Truck]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Neil Ross]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" |Least featured of the [[Targetmasters]]; his only line is a witty remark. His weapon is formed by [[Peacemaker (Transformers)|Peacemaker]] (voiced by [[Steve Bulin]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Brainstorm (Transformers)|Brainstorm]] | [[Jet Fighter]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Michael Bell]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Youthful thinker and visionary who pioneered the concept of [[Headmasters]]. His head is formed by the elder [[Nebulon]] sage Arcana (voiced by [[Jack Angel]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Highbrow (Transformers)|Highbrow]] | [[Helicopter]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Johnny Haymer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Somewhat prideful Headmaster with an impressive vocabulary. His head is formed by the [[Nebulon]] rebel leader [[Gort (Transformers)|Gort]] (voiced by [[Michael Bell]]), an uneasy partnership for both. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Cerebros]] | Miniature Battle Station | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Johnny Haymer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" |War-weary Autobot who must be repeatedly persuaded to join the others. Eventually became a [[Headmaster]] with [[Witwicky family#Spike Witwicky|Spike]] as his counterpart. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Crosshairs (Transformers)|Crosshairs]] | [[Truck]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Neil Ross]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Mildly jocular, usually places himself near the leader of his group. A [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Pinpointer]] (voiced by [[Frank Welker]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Autobot Clone|Fastlane/Cloudraker]] | [[Dune Buggy]] (Fastlane), [[Jet]] (Cloudraker) | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 2)]] | [[Rob Paulsen]] Fastlane, [[Danny Mann]] Cloudraker |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Enthusiastic and obedient, remembered for their acknowledgement, "Roger dodger, [[Optimus Prime]]!" The two have almost identical robot modes. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Fortress Maximus]] | [[City]]/Battle Station | Created by [[Witwicky family#Spike Witwicky|Spike Witwicky]] in [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]], only appearance | [[Stephen Keener]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Constructed by [[Witwicky family|Spike]] with the help of [[Cerebros]], who forms his head. It is unclear from the cartoon whether Fortress Maximus has a personality of his own. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Beta]] | Cybertronian Car | [[Forever is a Long Time Coming]] | [[Forever is a Long Time Coming]], only appearance | [[Susan Blu]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Female Autobot. Used to work with [[Alpha Trion]] back on Cybertron. |} ===Decepticons=== {| class="wikitable" |- The '''Decepticons''' (known as '''Destrons''' or on occasion '''Deathtrons''' in [[Japan]]) are the enemies of the [[Autobots]], and the [[villain]]s in the fictional universe of the movie and cartoon''[[Transformers (toyline)|Transformers]]'' toyline and related spin-off comics and cartoons. Their best known leader is [[Megatron]]. Other terms for the Decepticons are '''Décepticans''' (in [[France]]), '''Distructors''' (in [[Italy]]), '''Bedragarna''' (in [[Sweden]]) and '''Shakranikim''' (in [[Israel]]). |} {| class="wikitable" |- ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Name ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Alternate mode ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | First appearance ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Last appearance ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Voiced by |- | rowspan="2" | [[Megatron]] | [[1913]] [[The Man from U.N.C.L.E.#Props|U.N.C.L.E.]] [[Walther P-38]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Died under the power of [[Unicron]], who then recreated and reformatted him into [[Galvatron]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Built one dark night on [[Cybertron]], [[Megatron]] has terrorized [[Autobots]] ever since. His power appears unmatched except perhaps by [[Optimus Prime]] himself. When fully charged, his fusion cannon can kill [[Transformers series|Transformers]] with one shot. During [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]], he was rebuilt into [[Galvatron]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Skywarp]] | [[1974]] [[F-15 Eagle]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Was reformed into either [[Cyclonus]] or one of the [[Sweeps]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Not very intelligent but is an outstanding warrior and is considered the sneakiest of the Decepticons. Has a cruel sense of humor. Has the ability to instantly [[teleport]] up to 2.5 miles. Carries heat-seeking missiles and variable caliber [[machine guns]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Starscream]] | [[1975]] [[F-15 Eagle]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Killed by [[Galvatron]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. Turned into ghost in [[Starscream's Ghost]] and [[Ghost in Machine]] returns in [[The Return of Starscream]]. | [[Chris Latta]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Starscream]] is [[Megatron]]'s air commander and second-in-command, but is eager to usurp him as leader of the [[Decepticon]]s. His scheming has at times cost the [[Decepticon]]s decisive advantages. Among his arsenal are cluster bombs and a paralyzing null ray. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Thundercracker]] | [[1976]] [[F-15 Eagle]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Was reformed into [[Scourge (Transformers)|Scourge]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. | [[John Stephenson]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Has doubts about the [[Decepticon]] cause, that was rarely shown in the series. He is good friends with Skywarp. Can create deafening [[sonic boom]]s that have only been represented in the series by Megatron in Heavy Metal War, and the emission of irritatingly loud noise which Starscream complained about at the conclusion of Fire on the Mountain. His other notable weapons are his incendiary guns and [[cruise missile]]s. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Soundwave (Transformers)|Soundwave]] | [[Microcassette]] [[Cassette deck|recorder]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Soundwave]] is recognizable for his mechanical voice and loyalty to Megatron. Houses all of the cassette [[Decepticon]]s while they are in cassette mode. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Laserbeak]] | [[Condor]]/[[Cassette Tape]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[Web World]] | [[Frank Welker]] (animal noises only) |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Laserbeak]] is one of the few [[Transformers series|Transformers]] whose robot mode is not a humanoid. As a bird, [[Laserbeak]] is often sent on reconnaissance missions. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Shockwave (Transformers)|Shockwave]] | [[Laser]] Cannon | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. Killed in original script and storyboards. But returns in Five faces of darkness | [[Corey Burton]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Shockwave (Transformers)|Shockwave]] is the only named [[Decepticon]] to remain on [[Cybertron]] during the others' slumber on [[Earth]]. Because of this, his alternate mode is never reformatted to resemble an [[Earth]] device. Except for animation errors, [[Shockwave (Transformers)|Shockwave]] never leaves [[Cybertron]], always standing watch over the planet for [[Megatron]]. He was last seen and heard during Unicron's attack on Cybertron. It has been speculated that he was killed when his command tower was crushed. However, he is illustrated (and miscolored as white) in the alternate opening titles of "The Five Faces of Darkness". |- | rowspan="2" | [[Reflector (Transformers)|Reflector]] | [[1981]] [[Kodak]] [[Camera]] | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Chris Latta]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Reflector (Transformers)|Reflector]] is the only [[Transformers series|Transformer]] whose robot mode consists of three robots, Viewfinder, Spectro & Spyglass, which merge together to form one camera. The three robots almost always act and speak in unison with each other. Can create blinding flares that last for 15 seconds. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Rumble (Transformers)|Rumble]] | Cassette Tape | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 3|Five Faces of Darkness]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Rumble (Transformers)|Rumble]]'s arms become piledrivers which he can use to cause [[earthquakes]], and also to create [[fissures]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Ravage (Transformers)|Ravage]] | [[Black panther|Panther]]/Cassette Tape | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Frank Welker]] (animal noises only, with one exception) |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Ravage (Transformers)|Ravage]] is one of the few [[Transformers series|Transformers]] whose robot mode is not a humanoid. As a panther, he is able to move with more stealth than other [[Decepticons]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Frenzy (Transformers)|Frenzy]] | Cassette Tape | [[Countdown to Extinction (Transformers episode)|Countdown to Extinction]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie]] (omitting one possible animation error) | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Shares his appearance, pile-driver ability, and street-thug personality with Rumble but appears to be the least Intelligent along with Skywarp and his brother Rumble, he also appears much less frequently. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Shrapnel (Transformers)|Shrapnel]] | [[Stag Beetle]] | [[A Plague of Insecticons]] | He and\or clones became a [[Sweeps (Transformers)|Sweep]] or [[Scourge (Transformers)|Scourge]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. Last seen in [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]]. | [[Hal Rayle]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader of the [[Insecticons]]. Repeats the last word of nearly every sentence he speaks. Able to harvest electricity of storm clouds and reproject them as energy blasts, as well as clone himself and the other Insecticons as seen in his introductory episode. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Bombshell (Transformers)|Bombshell]] | [[Japanese rhinoceros beetle]] | [[A Plague of Insecticons]] | He and\or clones became a [[Sweeps (Transformers)|Sweep]] or [[Cyclonus]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. Last seen in [[Thief in the Night]] . | [[Michael Bell]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Possibly the most intelligent of the [[Insecticons]]; serves as Decepticon mechanic on one occasion. Can control other Transformers by implanting cerebro-shells in their heads. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Kickback (Transformers)|Kickback]] | [[Grasshopper]] | [[A Plague of Insecticons]] | He and\or clones became a [[Sweeps (Transformers)|Sweep]] or [[Scourge (Transformers)|Scourge]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie]]. Last seen in [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]]. | [[Clive Revill]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Not significantly different from the other [[Insecticons]], except for his strong back kick (hence the name), which was used several times in his introductory episode. Occasionally mispronounces words. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Constructicons|Hook]] | [[1970]] [[Crane (machine)|Crane]] Vehicle | [[Heavy Metal War]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Neil Ross]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Proud of his abilities and surgical precision, sees himself as superior to others. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Scrapper]] | [[1971]] [[Front End Loader]] | [[Heavy Metal War]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Michael Bell]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader of the [[Constructicons]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Bonecrusher (Transformers)|Bonecrusher]] | [[1972]] [[Bulldozer]] | [[Heavy Metal War]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Neil Ross]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Rough and eager for battle. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Long Haul]] | [[1973]] [[Dump truck]] | [[Heavy Metal War]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Gregg Berger]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Vocally discontented with his assignments; would prefer to be at the forefront of the action. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Scavenger (Transformers)|Scavenger]] | [[1974]] [[Excavator]] | [[Heavy Metal War]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Don Messick]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Enjoys destruction and "hates nice things." Can detect metallic objects through rock. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Mixmaster (Transformers)|Mixmaster]] | [[1975]] [[Cement mixer|Cement Truck]] | [[Heavy Metal War]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Mixes chemicals to produce spray weapons. Oversaw the construction of [[Trypticon]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Constructicons|Devastator]] | The 6 [[Constructicons]] | [[Heavy Metal War]] | [[The Burden Hardest to Bear]] | [[Arthur Burghardt]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Devastator]] is a combination of the six [[Constructicons]], [[Hook (Transformers)|Hook]], [[Scrapper]], [[Mixmaster (Transformers)|Mixmaster]], [[Long Haul]], [[Scavenger (Transformers)|Scavenger]], and [[Bonecrusher (Transformers)|Bonecrusher]]. [[Devastator]] was the strongest [[Transformers series|Transformer]] when he was first introduced on the series. The Constructicons were originally master designers and builders on Cybertron before the war between Autobots and Decepticons. They were good friends with Omega Supreme and had built some of the most magnificent cities on Cyberton. Megatron had captured and reprogrammed them to become Decepticons, they then began destroying the cities they once built. Omega Supreme captured them and tried to re-program them but learned too late that the programming could not be reversed. Pretending to be good again, the Constructicons used their new mode, Devastator, to attack Omega Supreme and tried to have him reprogrammed to be a Decipticon as well. Omega Supreme was not fully reprogrammed, but attained an extremely serious and somewhat mean demeanor, and he became determined to stop the Constructicons at all costs. He hunted them across the universe until he found that they once again rejoined their master Megatron on Earth and he joined the Autobots there to help finish the Constructicons once and for all. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Buzzsaw (Transformers)|Buzzsaw]] | [[Bird]]/Cassette Tape | [[City of Steel]] | [[Auto Berserk]] | [[Frank Welker]] (animal noises only) |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Usually deployed with the more frequently featured Laserbeak for scouting or attacks. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Thrust (Transformers)|Thrust]] | Vertical Takeoff [[Jet Fighter]] | Appears in [[Dinobot Island (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[Dinobot Island (Part 2)]]. | [[Ghost in the Machine (Transformers)|Ghost in the Machine]]. Originally was killed by [[Unicron]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. | [[Ed Gilbert]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Confident upon entering battle but usually the first to panic or flee. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Ramjet (Transformers)|Ramjet]] | [[Jet Fighter]] | Appears in [[Dinobot Island (Part 2)]]. First speaks in [[The Master Builder (Transformers episode)|The Master Builder]]. | [[Thief in the Night]]. Originally was killed by [[Jack Angel]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. | [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Not particularly bright but has a penchant for command. Must sometimes replace his head/nosecone after ramming his targets. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Blitzwing]] | [[Type 74]] [[Tank]]/[[MiG-25 Foxbat]] | Appears in [[Dinobot Island (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[Desertion of the Dinobots (Part 1)]]. | Went into exile after [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]]. Last seen in [[The Ultimate Weapon]] | [[Ed Gilbert]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Once tried to form his own power base and challenge [[Megatron]]'s leadership. Also provoked the ire of [[Galvatron]] by questioning his trust in the [[Quintesson]]s. Was expelled from the Decepticons by Galvatron in episode five of [[Five Faces of Darkness|The Five Faces of Darkness]] for helping the Autobots to force him to end hostilities after the Quintesson's plot was foiled. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Dirge (Transformers)|Dirge]] | [[Jet Fighter]] | Appears in [[Dinobot Island (Part 2)]]. First speaks in [[Auto Berserk]]. | [[Ghost in the Machine (Transformers)|Ghost in the Machine]]. Originally was killed by [[Bud Davis]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. | [[Bud Davis]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Pessimistic and accident prone. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Astrotrain]] | [[C62 steam locomotive|Locomotive]]/[[Discovery]] | Appears in [[Megatron's Master Plan (Part 2)]]. First speaks in [[Blaster Blues]]. | [[The Burden Hardest to Bear]] | [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Arrogant and self-obsessed, Astrotrain once tried to build his own army of trains to take over the Decepticons and later set himself up as a god on a primitive, energy-rich planet. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Stunticons|Drag Strip]] | [[Tyrrell P34]] | Created by the Decepticons in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 1|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 1)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Ron Gans]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Loyal, often offers suggestions to his team. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Dead End (Transformers)|Dead End]] | [[Porsche 928]] | Created by the Decepticons in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 1|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 1)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Philip L. Clarke]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Sullen [[Fatalism|fatalist]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Stunticon|Motormaster]] | [[Kenworth]] K100 Aerodyne Sleeper Tractor Trailer | Created by the Decepticons in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 1|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 1)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Roger C. Carmel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader of the [[Stunticons]]. Sees himself as ruler of the road, unafraid to challenge even the most formidable opponents. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Stunticons|Wildrider]] | [[Ferrari 308 GTB]] | Created by the Decepticons in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 1|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 1)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Terence McGovern (actor)|Terry McGovern]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Wild and unrestrained. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Breakdown (Transformers)|Breakdown]] | [[Lamborghini Countach]] | Created by the Decepticons in [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 1|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 1)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Alan Oppenheimer]], [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Often uncertain and paranoid. Prone to [[malapropisms]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Stunticon|Menasor]] | The 5 [[Stunticons]] | [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | [[The Ultimate Weapon]] | [[Regis Cordic]], [[Roger C. Carmel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Destructive brute-force giant formed by the [[Stunticons]], who were built on Earth by [[Megatron]] from stolen cars and given personalities by [[Vector Sigma]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Combaticons|Brawl]] | [[Leopard tank]] | Created by [[Starscream]] in [[Starscream's Brigade]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Tony St. James]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Impulsive, eager to fight. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Swindle (Transformers)|Swindle]] | Willys Jeep | Created by [[Starscream]] in [[Starscream's Brigade]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Johnny Haymer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Conniving, willing to betray his fellow Decepticons for money. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Combaticons|Blast Off]] | [[Space Shuttle]] | Created by [[Starscream]] in [[Starscream's Brigade]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Milt Jamin]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Arrogant and concerned with his physical appearance as referred to in Starscream's Brigade. Has an independent streak and is quick to enlist organics to achieve his goals. Uses an ionic blaster to disable enemies. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Combaticons|Vortex]] | [[SH-2 Seasprite]] | Created by [[Starscream]] in [[Starscream's Brigade]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Johnny Haymer]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Detests humans. Enjoys causing wind distortions for confusion in battle. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Combaticons|Onslaught]] | [[Self-propelled artillery]] Truck | Created by [[Starscream]] in [[Starscream's Brigade]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Steve Bulin]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Leader, strategist, and tactician for the [[Combaticons]]. Power-hungry and not particularly loyal to the Decepticon cause. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Combaticons|Bruticus]] | The 5 [[Combaticons]] | [[Starscream's Brigade]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Roger C. Carmel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | The [[Combaticons]] were created when the exiled [[Starscream]] stole the personality components of renegade Decepticons and installed them in discarded military hardware. Together they form the powerful but dimwitted giant Bruticus. |- |- | rowspan="2" | [[Deceptitran]] | none | [[Sea Change (Transformers episode)|Sea Change]] | [[Sea Change (Transformers episode)|was killed by decepticon autobot and quintesson in Sea Change]], only appearance | [[Paul Eiding]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Created and programmed by the Decepticons to harvest energon on a distant planet. Decptitran enslaved the Tlalakans in order to mine and collect the planet's energon. . |- |- | rowspan="2" | [[Ratbat]] | [[Bat]]/Cassette Tape | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Frank Welker]] (animal noises only) |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | one of the few [[Transformers series|Transformers]] whose robot mode is not a humanoid. As a bat, he is used as a spy in places [[Laserbeak]] is unable to reach. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Galvatron]] | Laser Cannon | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Leonard Nimoy]], [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | After [[Megatron]] was left for dead by the other [[Decepticon]]s (led by [[Starscream]]), [[Unicron]] gave him a new body and called him [[Galvatron]]. [[Galvatron]] was forced to act as [[Unicron]]'s slave until [[Rodimus Prime]] and the remaining [[Autobots]] destroyed [[Unicron]] in [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]]. Since the Movie, Galvatron suffers from bouts of irrationality and is often hostile to his subordinates. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Cyclonus]] | Cybertronian Jet | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Roger C. Carmel]], [[Jack Angel]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Formed by [[Unicron]] from the remains of either [[Skywarp]] or [[Insecticons|Bombshell]] (a long-standing fan dispute) to help [[Galvatron]] destroy the [[Matrix of Leadership]]. Acts as Galvatron's second-in-command. Usually calm, rational, and well-spoken, taking pride in the [[Decepticons]] and their cause. Becomes a [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Nightstick (Transformers)|Nightstick]] (voiced by [[Peter Cullen]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Scourge (Transformers)|Scourge]] | Cybertronian Hovercraft | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Stan Jones (actor)|Stan Jones]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Formed by [[Unicron]] from the remains of [[Thundercracker]] to help [[Galvatron]] destroy the [[Matrix of Leadership]]. Acts as Galvatron's second-in-command. A barely-competent doubter but secretly power-hungry and easily seduced. Becomes a [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Fracas (Transformers)|Fracas]] (voiced by [[Neil Ross]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Octane (Transformers)|Octane]] | [[Boeing 747]]/[[Tanker Truck]] | Appears in [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 1|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[Thief in the Night]] | Went into exile after [[Starscream's Ghost]]. Last seen in [[The Ultimate Weapon]] | [[Beau Weaver]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | An inventive Coward known primarily for his defection from the [[Decepticon]]s and his encounter with the ghost of [[Starscream]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Trypticon]] | ''[[Tyrannosaurus|Tyrannosaurus rex]]''/Decepticon [[City]]/[[Battle Station]] | Created by the [[Constructicons]] in [[The Five Faces of Darkness (Part 4)]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Brad Garrett]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Unintelligent and easily distracted but tremendously powerful. Built by the [[Constructicons]] from part of a sparsely-populated Earth city. His toy's components '''Brunt''' and '''Full Tilt''' do not appear as characters in the cartoon. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Predacons|Tantrum]] | [[Cattle|Bull]] | Appears in [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 1|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[Chaos (Transformers episode)|Chaos]]. | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Philip L. Clarke]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Hostile and temper-prone. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Rampage (Transformers)|Rampage]] | [[Tiger]] | Appears in [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]]. First speaks in [[Nightmare Planet]]. | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Laurie Faso]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Speaks almost exclusively in threats. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Predacons|Headstrong]] | [[Rhinoceros]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Ron Feinberg]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Blindly loyal to [[Galvatron]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Razorclaw]] | [[Lion]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Bud Davis]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Proud leader of the [[Predacons]]. Hates Autobots and humans but once joined with [[Springer (Transformers)|Springer]] to defeat a common foe. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Divebomb]] | [[Eagle]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Laurie Faso]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Predacon]] scout who often finds himself in trouble. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Predacons|Predaking]] | The 5 [[Predacons]] | [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Bud Davis]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Giant warrior who moves in slow motion in his first appearances. The [[Predacons]] who form his body are presented first as agents of the [[Quintesson]]s before fighting under [[Galvatron]]'s command. Their origin is unknown. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Runamuck (Transformers)|Runamuck]] | [[Pontiac Trans Am]] | [[Chaos (Transformers episode)|Chaos]] | [[Ghost in the Machine (Transformers)|Ghost in the Machine]] | [[Roger Behr]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | An energetic [[cowboy]]-type who regards himself and Runabout as two of the Decepticons' "hardest-chargin' dudes." |- | rowspan="2" | [[Runabout (Transformers)|Runabout]] | [[Lotus Esprit]] | [[Ghost in the Machine (Transformers)|Ghost in the Machine]] | [[Ghost in the Machine (Transformers)|Ghost in the Machine]], only appearance | [[Roger Behr]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Little is known about him other than the fact that he hates guard duty and regards [[Charr]] as a "dinky planet." |- | rowspan="2" | [[Terrorcon|Rippersnapper]] | White Reptilian [[Monster]] | Appears in [[Grimlock's New Brain]]. First speaks in [[Money Is Everything]]. | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Jim Cummings]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A brutish monster. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Terrorcon|Blot]] | Blue [[Monster]] | [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Tony St. James]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A brutish monster. Almost never appears in robot mode. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Terrorcon|Sinnertwin]] | Orange Two-Headed [[Monster]] | Appears in [[Grimlock's New Brain]]. First speaks in [[Money Is Everything]]. | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Jared Barclay]], [[David Workman]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A brutish monster. His two heads often argue with each other. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Terrorcon|Cutthroat]] | Birdlike [[Monster]] | Appears in [[Grimlock's New Brain]]. First speaks in [[Money Is Everything]]. | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Tony St. James]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Mission-focused, possibly the most intelligent [[Terrorcon]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Terrorcon|Hun-Grrr]] | White Two-Headed [[Monster]] | [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Marshall Efron]], [[Stephen Keener]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | [[Terrorcon]] leader whose desire is to devour [[Autobots]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Terrorcon|Abominus]] | The 5 [[Terrorcons]] | [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 2)]] | [[Jim Gosa]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Usually speaks only in grunts. Capable only of brute force. The [[Terrorcons]] who form him are working for the [[Quintessons]] in one episode but are otherwise [[Decepticon]] agents. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Slugfest(Transformers)|Slugfest]] | [[Stegosaurus]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Call of the Primitives]], only appearance | None |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A cassette ejected from [[Soundwave]] when called along with the other primitives. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Overkill (Transformers)|Overkill]] | ''[[Tyrannosaurus|Tyrannosaurus rex]]'' | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Call of the Primitives]], only appearance | None |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A cassette ejected from [[Soundwave]] when called along with the other primitives. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Triggerhappy (Transformers)|Triggerhappy]] | [[Jet Fighter]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Charles Adler]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Enthusiastic and impulsive fighter. A [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Blowpipe]] (voiced by [[John Moschitta, Jr.]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Weirdwolf]] | [[Wolf]] | [[The Rebirth (part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (part 3)]] | [[Stan Jones (actor)|Stan Jones]] (animal noises only) |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Essentially tags along with the other [[Headmasters]] and [[Targetmasters]]. His head is formed by [[Monzo]] (voiced by [[Neil Ross]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Skullcruncher]] | [[Alligator]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] First speaks in [[The Rebirth (Part 3).]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Chris Latta]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Seems to prefer pointless destruction to actual combat, even in the midst of battle. His head is formed by [[Grax]] (voiced by [[Milt Jamin]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Misfire (Transformers)|Misfire]] | [[Jet Fighter]] | Appears in [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]]. First speaks in [[The Rebirth (Part 2)]]. | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]]. | [[Stan Jones (actor)|Stan Jones]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A pessimistic [[Targetmaster]] whose unpredictable weapon is formed by [[Aimless]] (voiced by [[Milt Jamin]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Mindwipe]] | [[Bat]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Stephen Keener]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | A Gothic mystic who uses extrasensory powers to control other Transformers. His head is formed by [[Vorath]] (voiced by [[Neil Ross]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Apeface]] | [[Fighter Jet]]/[[Ape]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Richard Gautier]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Obnoxious beast who enjoys displaying contempt for his enemies. His head is formed by [[Spasma]] (voiced by [[Tony St. James]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Snapdragon (Transformers)|Snapdragon]] | [[Fighter Jet]]/''[[Tyrannosaurus|Tyrannosaurus rex]]'' | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Dan Gilvezan]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Primarily operates on an animal level. His head is formed by Krunk (voiced by [[Chris Latta]]). |- | rowspan="2" | [[Pounce/Wingspan]] | [[Cougar|Puma]] (Pounce), [[Hawk]] (Wingspan) | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]], only appearance | [[Stan Jones (actor)|Stan Jones]] Pounce, [[Peter Cullen]] Wingspan |- | colspan="4" valign="top" |Infiltrated [[Autobot City]] and stole the key to [[Cybertron]]'s Plasma Energy Chamber. The two have almost identical robot modes. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Sixshot]] | [[Tank]]/[[Armored car (military)|Armored Car]]/[[Starship]]/[[Laser Pistol]]/[[Wolf]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Neil Ross]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" |Shows off his status as a "one-robot army" by using his various forms to defeat the [[Aerialbots]]. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Slugslinger]] | [[Jet Fighter]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Peter Cullen]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Dignified but hapless warrior. A [[Targetmaster]] whose weapon is formed by [[Caliburst]] (voiced by [[Johnny Haymer]]). |- |- | rowspan="2" | [[Scorponok]] | [[City]]/[[Scorpion]] | Created by [[Lord Zarak]] in [[The Rebirth (Part 2)]]. First speaks in [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]]. | [[The Rebirth (Part 3)]] | [[Stephen Keener]] |- | colspan="4" valign="top" | Built by [[Nebulon]] ruler [[Lord Zarak]], who forms the robot mode's head as his personal perfection of the [[Headmaster]] process. |} ===Others=== {| class="wikitable" |- ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Name ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Alternate mode ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | First appearance ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Last appearance ! style="background-color: #C5E4E1" | Voiced by |- | rowspan="2" | [[Teletraan I]] | None | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | Destroyed by [[Trypticon]] in [[Five Faces of Darkness#Part 5|Five Faces of Darkness (Part 5)]]. | [[Casey Kasem]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | The main computer of the [[Autobot]]s' vessel, [[Ark (Transformers)|the Ark]]. Upon reactivation in [[1984]], it was responsible for reviving the [[Transformers series|Transformers]] from their four million year slumber and rebuilding them as [[Earth]] vehicles. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Teletraan II]] | None | [[Thief in the Night]] | [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | After the Autobots had defeated the Deceptions and destroyed [[Unicron]], they built a main computer on [[Cybertron]] and named it Teletran II after its predecessor, when [[Ark (Transformers)|the Ark]] was destroyed by [[Trypticon]], Teletran II was used as the main computer throughout Season 3. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Wreck-Gar]] | [[Motorcycle]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Eric Idle]], [[Tony Pope]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Leader of the [[Junkions]] and inhabitant of the planet Junkion. Ally of the [[Autobots]] who rebuilds [[Ultra Magnus]] after he was destroyed by Galvatron. Speaks exclusively in twentieth century earth television jargon. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Witwicky family#Sparkplug|Sparkplug Witwicky]] | None | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Key to Vector Sigma#Part 2|The Key to Vector Sigma (Part 2)]] | [[Chris Latta]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Human mechanic, father of Spike Witwicky. Befriends and aids [[Autobots]] after being rescued from the [[Decepticons]] by [[Optimus Prime]] |- | rowspan="2" | [[Witwicky family#Spike Witwicky|Spike Witwicky]] | None | [[More Than Meets the Eye#Part 1|More Than Meets the Eye (Part 1)]] | [[The Rebirth Part 3]] | [[Corey Burton]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Son of [[Witwicky family#Sparkplug|Sparkplug Witwicky]]. Spends whole life helping the [[Autobot]]s fight the [[Decepticon]]s. Father of Daniel Witwicky. Spike is the Headmaster component of Cerebros, who in turn, is the Headmaster of Fortress Maximus. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Witwicky family#Daniel|Daniel Witwicky]] | None | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Rebirth Part 3]] | [[David Mendenhall]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Son of [[Witwicky family#Spike Witwicky|Spike Witwicky]]. Befriends [[Hot Rod (Transformers)|Hot Rod]] and is very close to [[Wheelie (Transformers)|Wheelie]], [[Grimlock]] and Arcee. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Chip Chase]] | None | [[Roll for it (Transformers episode)|Roll for it]] | Child's Play (Transformers episode)|Child's Play | [[Michael Horton (actor)|Michael Horton]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Friend of [[Witwicky family#Spike Witwicky|Spike Witwicky]]. Often expresses skillful knowledge of science and computers and works closely with Wheeljack and Perceptor. Is confined to a wheelchair. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Doctor Arkeville]] | None | [[The Ultimate Doom (Part 1): Brainwash]] | [[Countdown to Extinction (Transformers episode)|Countdown to Extinction]] | [[Casey Kasem]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Dr. Arkeville is a [[mad scientist]] who assisted Megatron in one of his schemes. He used hypno-chips to control the minds of humans to provide slave labor and a human shield for the Decepticons. An attempted doublecross with Starscream ended up with him being wounded and rebuilt into a "mechanical freak" by Starscream's medicdroids. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Witwicky family#Carly|Carly Witwicky]] | None | [[The Immobilizer]] | [[Nightmare Planet]] | [[Arlene Banas]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Spike's girlfriend and later wife. Mother of Daniel Witwicky. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Lord Cholmondeley]] | None | [[Prime Target]] | [[Prime Target]], only appearance | [[Peter Renaday]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Cholmondeley is a big time game hunter who has capture many unusual creatures and military weapons. He tried to get the ultimate trophy, the head of Optimus Prime. |- | rowspan="2" | The [[Sharkticons]] | Amphibious Monster | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[Jim Cummings]], [[Frank Welker]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Unintelligent Transformers who serve as the [[Quintessons]] goon squad and executioners. They were deliberately made stupid and fitted with control chips that prevent them from turning on their masters as the Autobots and Decepticons did. |- | rowspan="2" | The [[Quintessons]] | None | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Jack Angel]], [[Roger C. Carmel]],[[Regis Cordic]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | An alien race who lived on Cybertron and used it as a huge factory to produce several kinds of lifeforms, including robots, which were sold as consumer good and military hardware. These would eventually become the Transformers. Extremely self-serving and devious. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Unicron]] | [[Planet]] | [[The Transformers: The Movie|Transformers: The Movie]] | [[Call of the Primitives]] | [[Orson Welles]], [[Roger C. Carmel]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | A planet-sized Transformer whose only goal is to devour planets, despite his incredible intelligence and power. Created [[Galvatron]], [[Cyclonus]], [[Scourge (Transformers)|Scourge]] and the Sweeps from the bodies of [[Megatron]], [[Skywarp]], [[Thundercracker]] and the [[Insecticons]]. Destroyed by [[Rodimus Prime]] and the [[Autobot Matrix of Leadership]], later partially reactivated by Scourge and [[Starscream]]'s ghost. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Cobra Commander|Old Snake]] | None | [[Only Human (Transformers episode)|Only Human]] | [[Only Human (Transformers episode)|Only Human]], only appearance | [[Chris Latta]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Cobra Commander (of [[G.I. Joe]] fame) made an appearance in the 1986 Transformers episode "Only Human" as "the former leader of a [[terrorist]] organization" who is now operating as an underground [[weapon|arms]] and technology dealer. He sells synthoid technology to crime lord Victor Drath, who uses it to transfer the minds of [[Rodimus Prime]], [[Ultra Magnus]], [[Arcee]] and [[Springer (Transformers)|Springer]] into synthoid human bodies and then uses their original bodies for various criminal activities. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Scuxxoid]] | None | [[The Five Faces of Darkness (1) (Transformers episode)|The Five Faces of Darkness (1)]] | [[Grimlock's New Brain]] | [[Hal Rayle]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" |A pig like alien who's been hire by both the Decepticons and the Quintessons to sabotage the Autobots. He once work with Sleezardo. He also claims that he has a family with kids and an uncle. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Marissa Faireborn]] | None | [[The Five Faces of Darkness (3) (Transformers episode)|The Five Faces of Darkness (3)]] | [[The Burden Hardest to Bear]] | [[Susan Blu]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | An officer and pilot in the Earth Defense Space Forces. She appears in a handful of episodes early in the third season. She may be the daughter of Dashiell R. Faireborn, codenamed Flint, formerly a member of the United States Special Missions Force, [[G.I. Joe]] (please see [[Flint (G.I. Joe)]]) |- | rowspan="2" | [[Nightbird (Transformers)|Nightbird]] | None | [[Enter the Nightbird]] | [[Enter the Nightbird]], only appearance | unknown |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | Nightbird is a human construct with a single form and thus not actually a Transformer herself. Created by Dr. Fujiyama, she was a non-transforming [[ninja]] robot. She was stolen by the Decepticons and reprogrammed to infiltrate the Ark and steal the World Energy Source from Teletran I. |- | rowspan="2" | [[Fire On The Mountain (Transformers episode)|Luisa]] | None | [[Fire On The Mountain (Transformers episode)|Fire On The Mountain]] | [[Fire On The Mountain (Transformers episode)|Fire On The Mountain]], only appearance | [[Mona Marshall]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | In the [[Andes]], a Peruvian girl (Not named in episode) helps [[Witwicky family#Spike Witwicky|Spike Witwicky]] and [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Bumblebee]] to destroy the "Crystal of Power" that the [[Decepticon]]s want to convert in a devastating weapon of destruction. |- | rowspan="2" | Jessica Morgan | None | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 1|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 1)]] | [[The Return of Optimus Prime#Part 2|The Return of Optimus Prime (Part 2)]] | [[Joy Grdnic]] |- | colspan="3" valign="top" | The Daughter of Dr. Morgan and partner of Gregory Swafford who rescued [[Optimus Prime]] from his ship and discovered space spores that makes any living thing filled with rage. Morgan wanted revenge by using the spores on the Autobots after they fixed Jessica's paralyzed legs, so he told Jessica to get an Autobot and tell them they have Optimus, but she was against it. She told [[Rodimus Prime]] and he got every autobot to surround Morgan's laboratory, but this was all a trap and the virus spread on Ultra Magnus and the [[Aerialbots]], which then spread to all Autobots, Decepticons and Humans. After Optimus was brought back to life, Jessica went with him, [[Sky Lynx]], [[Kup]], [[Blurr]], [[Bumblebee (Transformers)|Goldbug]] & [[Blaster]] to Charr to find [[Galvatron]] and get the metal she, her father and Swafford were working on so that Optimus can be covered with it and retrieve the [[Matrix of Leadership]] from within Rodimus. [[Category:Transformers characters|Animated series]]