User:Mathewignash/List of The Transformers characters
This is a list of characters appearing in the original American Transformers cartoon, first aired between 1984 and 1987.
Autobots[edit]
Beachcomber[edit]
| Beachcomber | |
|---|---|
| Transformers character | |
| Voiced by (English) | Alan Oppenheimer[1] |
| Voiced by (Japanese) | Osamu Saka |
| In-universe information | |
| Affiliation | Autobot |
| Sub-group | Legends, Mini-bots |
| Function | Geologist |
| Rank | 5 |
| Motto | "Know the conflict within, before facing the conflict without." |
| Alternate modes | Cybertronian Car Dune Buggy |
Beachcomber's bio presented him as somewhat of a pacifist. He hates fighting, and prefers the solitude of just driving through Earth's scenery, like coastal areas and deserts. This is not to say he's a coward - he'll fight when required, but simply hates doing it. His personality is very cool and collected. [2]
The cool-headed peace seeker, Beachcomber (Déferlo in French Canada, Pulce in Italy) was a blue dune buggy in vehicle mode. To apparently reflect this vehicle's association with nature his character was as pacifistic as any Autobot could come. He seemed to have an almost magical connection to nature.
Brainstorm[edit]
| Brainstorm with Arcana | |
|---|---|
| Transformers character | |
| Voiced by | Michael Bell (Brainstorm)[3] Jack Angel (Arcana) |
| In-universe information | |
| Affiliation | Autobot |
| Sub-group | Headmasters |
| Function | Scientist, Biomechanical Engineer |
| Rank | 7 |
| Partner | Arcana |
| Motto | "The strongest tyrant cannot crush freedom of thought." |
| Alternate modes | Cybertronian Jet |
Brainstorm is an Autobot introduced in the 1987 Headmasters sub-line of Generation 1. He has the Headmaster partner Arcana, a humanoid medical doctor from the planet Nebulos, and he turns into a Cybertronian jet. Both Brainstorm and his partner Arcana were responsible for the adaption of the Headmaster process in most continuities. He is a scientist, responsible for many scientific discoveries. [4]
His Nebulan partner is almost as much a genius.[5]
Chase[edit]
| Chase | |
|---|---|
| Transformers character | |
| Voiced by | Rob Paulsen |
| In-universe information | |
| Affiliation | Autobot |
| Sub-group | Throttlebots |
| Function | Scout |
| Motto | "Hunters drive; targets park." |
| Alternate modes | Ferrari Testarossa |
Impatient, overeager, usually ten miles down the road before other Throttlebots have shifted into gear. As a warrior, Chase's only outstanding asset is his staunch courage, but it's his attitude that earns him his many friends in the Autobot ranks. As fast as he drives, he talks even faster. He usually dominates the conversation, which only a few mind because of his fantastic storytelling skills. He’s extremely popular among the Autobots.
He is one of the six Throttlebots and he can transform in to a Ferrari Testarossa. In car mode, Chase can reach a cruising speed of 240 mph. He has extremely well developed optical sensors in his head and headlights. He can see an object the size of a tennis ball at two miles and his excellent peripheral vision gives him approximately a 270-degree viewing range. So for example he can see simultaneously in front of him and on both sides. Embedded under his car mode’s roof is an array of small radar dishes that allow him to detect moving objects as small as a toaster from horizon to horizon. He also has the ability to lock in on orbiting satellites and bounce radar signals off of them, which allows him some over-the-horizon radar abilities.
Chromia[edit]
| Chromia | |
|---|---|
| Transformers character | |
| Voiced by | Linda Gary |
| In-universe information | |
| Affiliation | Autobot |
| Sub-group | Basic Vehicles, Female Transformers |
| Function | Warrior |
| Partner | Fallback, Ironhide, Ricochet |
| Motto | "Let actions speak for you." |
| Alternate modes | Cybertronian Van, Cybertronian Motorcycle |
Chromia is one of Elita One's most skilled and trusted field commanders. Her flair for battlefield improvisation is legendary, and she is very good at interpreting orders to best fit a changing situation. She is fluid in handling unexpected circumstances and compensating immediately. Chromia is one of many female Autobots that fought alongside Elita One during the Great Cybertronian War. She enjoys her life as a fighter, and shows personality and interests similar to her Autobot love, Ironhide.
Most Transformers and many humans tend to underestimate her abilities as a warrior. Chromia enjoys using this misconception and the response she gets once her allies (and enemies) discover just how ruthless and deadly she can be. Chromia is one of the original warrior femmes. She is an exceptional pilot and an experienced leader. An excellent tactician and leader, she often gets frustrated when troops don't follow orders to the letter during missions. She is sometimes overconfident in her abilities, and forgets that she isn't built as strong as some of her fellow Autobots. Therefore, she tends to need patched up a bit more often than her fellow Cybertronians.
Elita One[edit]
| Elita One | |
|---|---|
| Transformers character | |
| Voiced by | Marlene Aragon |
| In-universe information | |
| Affiliation | Autobot |
| Sub-group | Convention Exclusives, Deluxe Vehicles, Female Autobots |
| Function | Female Autobot Commander |
| Motto | "I can deal with Decepticons. Elita One knows no fear." |
| Alternate modes | Cybertronian Car, Attack Boat |
Elita One is the leader of the female Autobots and romantic interest of Optimus Prime.
Grapple[edit]
| Grapple/Grappel | |
|---|---|
| Transformers character | |
| Voiced by | Pete Renaday |
| In-universe information | |
| Affiliation | Autobot |
| Japanese name | Grap |
| Sub-group | Autobot Cars |
| Function | Architect |
| Rank | 7 |
| Motto | "Beauty is in everything except war." |
| Alternate modes | Crane |
On Cybertron, his buildings are considered works of art. On Earth, his ideas are limited by war. Takes pride in his work, prone to severe depression if they're destroyed in battle. As crane, can lift up a 35-ton object and position it with precision and grace. As robot, has high-temperature arc-welder rifle... can launch rockets 4.5 miles from wrist sockets. Prone to breakdown in vehicle mode.[6]
Silverbolt[edit]
| Silverbolt | |
|---|---|
| Transformers character | |
| Voiced by (English) | Charlie Adler |
| Voiced by (Japanese) | Tomomichi Nishimura |
| In-universe information | |
| Affiliation | Autobot/Maximal |
| Sub-group | Aerialbots, Basic Beasts, Deluxe Vehicles, Micro Vehicles, Ultra Vehicles |
| Function | Aerialbot Commander |
| Rank | 8 |
| Partner | Air Raid, Airazor, Fireflight, Hot Zone, Ironhide, Prowl, Scattorshot, Skydive, Slingshot |
| Motto | "Don’t look down, look straight ahead!" "On a wing and a prayer." |
| Alternate modes | Concorde supersonic transport/Launch Ramp, Sukhoi Su-37, giant bald eagle, XB-70 Valkyrie |
Silverbolt is the largest of the five Autobot-allied Aerialbots. He forms the head and torso of Superion. [7]
A brave and grimly determined warrior, Silverbolt was appointed by Optimus Prime to command the Aerialbots, a task that keeps Silverbolt worrying more about his teammates than about his acrophobia.[8] When transforming into a jet, he can reach speed of Mach 1.9 with range of 4500 miles. He is armed with an electrostatic discharger rifle. [9]
Slag[edit]
Warpath[edit]
Italic text==Decepticons==
Buzzsaw[edit]
Divebomb[edit]
Long Haul[edit]
Misfire[edit]
Mixmaster[edit]
Razorclaw[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ http://www.behindthevoiceactors.com/Alan-Oppenheimer/
- ^ Transformers and Philosophy by John R. Shook
- ^ The magic behind the voices: a who's who of cartoon voice actors, Page 334, Tim Lawson, Alisa Persons, 2004
- ^ Bellemo, Mark (2007). Transformers Identification and Price Guide. Krause Publications. p. 145. ISBN 978-0-89689-445-7.
- ^ Alvarez, J.E. (2001). The Unofficial Guide to Transformers 1980s Through 1990s Revised & Expanded 2nd Edition. Schiffer Publishing Ltd. p. 68. ISBN 0764313649.
- ^ Alvarez, J.E. (2001). The Unofficial Guide to Transformers 1980s Through 1990s Revised & Expanded 2nd Edition. Schiffer Publishing Ltd. p. 26. ISBN 0764313649.
- ^ Hasbro commemorates 30th anniversary of G.I. Joe figures. (Hasbro Inc.) (Focus '94) Playthings; February 1, 1994
- ^ Transformers: an adult primer // Here's help understanding toy robots, the latest rage, Chicago Sun-Times; December 16, 1986; Patricia Smith
- ^ Furman, Simon (2004). Transformers: The Ultimate Guide. DK Publishing Inc. p. 55. ISBN 1405304618.
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