The Energon Pub

[D-Maximal_Primal]

At least we are starting to get some season 2 info that may be credible. Would be kinda disappointed if they end after only 2 seasons though, but still leads us to something else to come

[psj333]

At least we are starting to get some season 2 info that may be credible. Would be kinda disappointed if they end after only 2 seasons though, but still leads us to something else to come

Well, I would have thought so, too. But what is very interesting to me was that I always thought that Strongarm is the spiritual successor to Arcee, Grimlock to Bulkhead, Fixit to Ratchet, and Sideswipe to Rodimus, due to their personalities and their duties. Would you rather consider these as such?

[Sabrblade]

At least we are starting to get some season 2 info that may be credible. Would be kinda disappointed if they end after only 2 seasons though, but still leads us to something else to come

Well, I would have thought so, too. But what is very interesting to me was that I always thought that Strongarm is the spiritual successor to Arcee, Grimlock to Bulkhead, Fixit to Ratchet, and Sideswipe to Rodimus, due to their personalities and their duties. Would you rather consider these as such?

Uh, Rodimus wasn't in TF: Prime.

[psj333]

Uh, Rodimus wasn't in TF: Prime.

You're right that Rodimus wasn't in Prime. But in case you haven't noticed, this Sideswipe is not the same one from G1, despite their G1 looks and colors. RID Sideswipe's personality is much more related to Rodimus (otherwise known as Hot Rod), which is why he is the spiritual successor to Rodimus.

[Sabrblade]

Uh, Rodimus wasn't in TF: Prime.

You're right that Rodimus wasn't in Prime. But in case you haven't noticed, this Sideswipe is not the same one from G1, despite their G1 looks and colors. RID Sideswipe's personality is much more related to Rodimus (otherwise known as Hot Rod), which is why he is the spiritual successor to Rodimus.

But you were naming Prime characters. Why name Rodimus instead of Smokescreen?

And, if you ever read G1 Sideswipe's official bio, you'd see that RID Sideswipe more closely resembles what's written in that bio than any other Sideswipe ever.

[Va'al]

[D-Maximal_Primal]

At least we are starting to get some season 2 info that may be credible. Would be kinda disappointed if they end after only 2 seasons though, but still leads us to something else to come

Well, I would have thought so, too. But what is very interesting to me was that I always thought that Strongarm is the spiritual successor to Arcee, Grimlock to Bulkhead, Fixit to Ratchet, and Sideswipe to Rodimus, due to their personalities and their duties. Would you rather consider these as such?

I've never really thought of the successors thing. I just like the characters and a 5, then 6 then 8 member team is just a nice trend

[ScottyP]

This is not an official statement from Hasbro?

http://www.asiatvforum.com/en/Exhibitor ... n-Disguise

This is not confirmation of anything except of how they're soliciting the product to TV networks.

[JoeMabbon]

I thought the characters were intended to be polar opposites of Team Prime in that they are less experienced and reserved than their earlier counterparts, which would reflect the vastly different tone and outlook of the series.

[Sabrblade]

I thought the characters were intended to be polar opposites of Team Prime in that they are less experienced and reserved than their earlier counterparts, which would reflect the vastly different tone and outlook of the series.

Yeah, I like how the new cast is more fun than the old cast, allowing them to get into more mischief and antics and butt heads with each other more often, whereas Team Prime only really got that kind of good stuff when the wonderfulness that was Smokescreen joined up.

[D-Maximal_Primal]

I thought the characters were intended to be polar opposites of Team Prime in that they are less experienced and reserved than their earlier counterparts, which would reflect the vastly different tone and outlook of the series.

Yeah, I like how the new cast is more fun than the old cast, allowing them to get into more mischief and antics and butt heads with each other more often, whereas Team Prime only really got that kind of good stuff when the wonderfulness that was Smokescreen joined up.

Don't you go making fun of my Smokescreen! I loved that character!

[Sabrblade]

I thought the characters were intended to be polar opposites of Team Prime in that they are less experienced and reserved than their earlier counterparts, which would reflect the vastly different tone and outlook of the series.

Yeah, I like how the new cast is more fun than the old cast, allowing them to get into more mischief and antics and butt heads with each other more often, whereas Team Prime only really got that kind of good stuff when the wonderfulness that was Smokescreen joined up.

Don't you go making fun of my Smokescreen! I loved that character!

Calling him "wonderful" is "making fun of him"?

He was the best Autobot in the show.

[D-Maximal_Primal]

I thought the characters were intended to be polar opposites of Team Prime in that they are less experienced and reserved than their earlier counterparts, which would reflect the vastly different tone and outlook of the series.

Yeah, I like how the new cast is more fun than the old cast, allowing them to get into more mischief and antics and butt heads with each other more often, whereas Team Prime only really got that kind of good stuff when the wonderfulness that was Smokescreen joined up.

Don't you go making fun of my Smokescreen! I loved that character!

Calling him "wonderful" is "making fun of him"?

He was the best Autobot in the show.

Sorry, in context I thought it was sarcasm

[JoeMabbon]

Smokescreen should've been Rodimus.

[psj333]

We all do know that Quillfire is an anarchist. But I was just wondering if he is also an animal rights activist or not? Because of one of his quotes from the series, this is what he says:

"Yes, I understand you're overwhelmed by the prospect of freedom, but you can't stay in this cage out of fear!"

Basically, what this means is that the term "You" represents all animals and the term "Cage" represents the zoo, which could mean that he is opposed to all zoos and circuses. This is exactly what animal rights groups do for a living. They wanted to make sure that all zoos and circuses are closed down, as they compared them to Nazis and animals to ethnic minorities.

Translation, Thunderhoof, Steeljaw, and Clampdown and many other might choose to live in the zoo, but Quillfire doesn't.

But whether or not Quillfire is an animal rights activist, you decide.

[Madeus Prime]

You're overthinking every single character in this series psj, the writers really don't put that much thought or symbolism into any characters.

Basically, what this means is that the term "You" represents all animals and the term "Cage" represents the zoo, which could mean that he is opposed to all zoos and circuses.

Yeah, we noticed. We've all taken English courses, we know about metaphors and similes...

This is exactly what animal rights groups do for a living.

That is a broad generalization, not all animal rights groups are dedicated to shutting down zoos, circuses, definitely, but zoos, especially high-end ones, are what are keeping some animals from disappearing off our planet completely.

Translation, Thunderhoof, Steeljaw, and Clampdown and many other might choose to live in the zoo, but Quillfire doesn't.

Two things

One: Not a translation at all, it's a completely different line of thought.
Two: I don't think any criminally associated 45 foot alien robots would live in a zoo.

But whether or not Quillfire is an animal rights activist, you decide.

*Sigh* does it even really matter?

[Sabrblade]

Smokescreen should've been Rodimus.

Sure, cuz Rodimus is only rambunctious teenager on all of Cybertron.

[D-Maximal_Primal]

Smokescreen should've been Rodimus.

Sure, cuz Rodimus is only rambunctious teenager on all of Cybertron.

I'll agree with Sabr here. I liked that it was a different character. and it was fun to come up with names for Smokescreen Prime

[psj333]

Two things

One: Not a translation at all, it's a completely different line of thought.
Two: I don't think any criminally associated 45 foot alien robots would live in a zoo.

If every country has zoos, then so is Cybertron. These animals whether heroic or criminal chooses to live in zoos or perform in circuses is up to them. That's because these animals are Cybertronian. Have you ever been to Cybertron before?

[Seibertron]

Hasbro Studios, the LA-based entertainment division of Hasbro, Inc., has announced that the Autobots and Decepticons will be returning to Cartoon Network in Q1 2016 for season 2 of the popular Hasbro animated television series Transformers: Robots in Disguise.

Starring the loveable Bumblebee, summoned by Optimus Prime to lead a fight to save Earth from a new faction of escaped Decepticon prisoners by assembling a rogue team of unlikely Autobot heroes, season 2 of the Hasbro animated series will see the return of a more confident, battle-tested Bumblebee as the key leader alongside comrades Grimlock, Sideswipe, Strongarm, Fixit, Wingblade and Drift.

Courtesy of our friends at Hasbro Studios, here is some high-res artwork from Season 2:







And here's the official press release ...

Hasbro Studios Powers Up for Second Season of Transformers: Robots in Disguise
Autobots and Decepticons ‘Roll Out’ on Cartoon Network in First Quarter of 2016

BURBANK, C.A. - January 13, 2015 - Hasbro Studios, the Los Angeles-based entertainment division of Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), announced today that the popular kids television series Transformers: Robots in Disguise will return for a second season on Cartoon Network in the U.S., which consistently ranks as a top-rated network in Total Day for kids ages 6-11. The latest installment in the global TRANSFORMERS franchise will debut its second season in the first quarter of 2016.

"Transformers: Robots in Disguise continues to be a massive hit with kids across the country, launching with an outstanding debut season on Cartoon Network," said Hasbro’s Executive Vice President and Chief Content Officer Stephen Davis. "Season two will bring back Bumblebee and his Autobots team for all new action-packed battles, fun-filled adventures and other humorous new characters with vibrant personalities that made season one a hit with kids. We continue to listen to our viewers’ feedback and are bringing back many fan-favorite characters, as well as some great surprises we know kids of all ages are going to love."

Set years after "Transformers: Prime," Robots in Disguise stars the lovable Bumblebee character, summoned by Optimus Prime to lead in a fight to save Earth from a new faction of escaped Decepticon prisoners by assembling a rogue team of unlikely Autobot heroes to capture their new enemies. Season two will see the return of a more confident, battle-tested Bumblebee as the leader of the Autobots, including his teammates Grimlock, Sideswipe, Strongarm, Fixit, Windblade and Drift. Protecting Earth becomes a mighty task as the team prepares to battle against menacing pairs of Cyclone Mini-Cons, who partner with Deployers to unleash the most powerful attacks and wreak even more destruction than ever. Our hero Bumblebee and his team prepare for battle with new power-ups and mini-con allies of their own, as they maintain their mission to protect the planet as robots in disguise. The series will continue to celebrate the continuous underlying themes of teamwork, companionship and the importance of standing up to wrongdoers.

The highly innovative TRANSFORMERS franchise is one of the largest global brands, spanning across television, film, consumer products and digital entertainment properties including gaming, apps, publishing, transmedia events, toys and licensing.

###

ABOUT HASBRO

Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World's Best Play Experiences, by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH and TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games, television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and lifestyle licensing, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection with children and families around the world. The Company's Hasbro Studios and its film label, ALLSPARK PICTURES, create entertainment brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film, digital and more. Through the company's commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families. Learn more at www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews) and Instagram (@Hasbro).

[Starsaber468]

Nice thats good

[Deadput]

Desert camouflage I assume?



Also Prime is doing Jesus things again.

[Seibertron]

Desert Camo Drift! Desert Camo Sideswipe! Desert Camo Windlblade!

[Microraptor]

"a more confident, battle-tested Bumblebee"

Because Bumblebee, Defeater of Megatron, Slayer of Skyquake, Tamer of Predaking (sorta), Surviving Assailant of Trypticon and Slaughterer of Vehicons was apparently not battle-tested before this series began. Somehow.

[Stuartmaximus]

Hasbro Studios, the LA-based entertainment division of Hasbro, Inc., has announced that the Autobots and Decepticons will be returning to Cartoon Network in Q1 2016 for season 2 of the popular Hasbro animated television series Transformers: Robots in Disguise.

Starring the loveable Bumblebee, summoned by Optimus Prime to lead a fight to save Earth from a new faction of escaped Decepticon prisoners by assembling a rogue team of unlikely Autobot heroes, season 2 of the Hasbro animated series will see the return of a more confident, battle-tested Bumblebee as the key leader alongside comrades Grimlock, Sideswipe, Strongarm, Fixit, Wingblade and Drift.

Courtesy of our friends at Hasbro Studios, here is some high-res artwork from Season 2:







And here's the official press release ...

Hasbro Studios Powers Up for Second Season of Transformers: Robots in Disguise
Autobots and Decepticons ‘Roll Out’ on Cartoon Network in First Quarter of 2016

BURBANK, C.A. - January 13, 2015 - Hasbro Studios, the Los Angeles-based entertainment division of Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), announced today that the popular kids television series Transformers: Robots in Disguise will return for a second season on Cartoon Network in the U.S., which consistently ranks as a top-rated network in Total Day for kids ages 6-11. The latest installment in the global TRANSFORMERS franchise will debut its second season in the first quarter of 2016.

"Transformers: Robots in Disguise continues to be a massive hit with kids across the country, launching with an outstanding debut season on Cartoon Network," said Hasbro’s Executive Vice President and Chief Content Officer Stephen Davis. "Season two will bring back Bumblebee and his Autobots team for all new action-packed battles, fun-filled adventures and other humorous new characters with vibrant personalities that made season one a hit with kids. We continue to listen to our viewers’ feedback and are bringing back many fan-favorite characters, as well as some great surprises we know kids of all ages are going to love."

Set years after "Transformers: Prime," Robots in Disguise stars the lovable Bumblebee character, summoned by Optimus Prime to lead in a fight to save Earth from a new faction of escaped Decepticon prisoners by assembling a rogue team of unlikely Autobot heroes to capture their new enemies. Season two will see the return of a more confident, battle-tested Bumblebee as the leader of the Autobots, including his teammates Grimlock, Sideswipe, Strongarm, Fixit, Windblade and Drift. Protecting Earth becomes a mighty task as the team prepares to battle against menacing pairs of Cyclone Mini-Cons, who partner with Deployers to unleash the most powerful attacks and wreak even more destruction than ever. Our hero Bumblebee and his team prepare for battle with new power-ups and mini-con allies of their own, as they maintain their mission to protect the planet as robots in disguise. The series will continue to celebrate the continuous underlying themes of teamwork, companionship and the importance of standing up to wrongdoers.

The highly innovative TRANSFORMERS franchise is one of the largest global brands, spanning across television, film, consumer products and digital entertainment properties including gaming, apps, publishing, transmedia events, toys and licensing.

###

ABOUT HASBRO

Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global company committed to Creating the World's Best Play Experiences, by leveraging its beloved brands, including LITTLEST PET SHOP, MAGIC: THE GATHERING, MONOPOLY, MY LITTLE PONY, NERF, PLAY-DOH and TRANSFORMERS, and premier partner brands. From toys and games, television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and lifestyle licensing, Hasbro fulfills the fundamental need for play and connection with children and families around the world. The Company's Hasbro Studios and its film label, ALLSPARK PICTURES, create entertainment brand-driven storytelling across mediums, including television, film, digital and more. Through the company's commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families. Learn more at http://www.hasbro.com, and follow us on Twitter (@Hasbro & @HasbroNews) and Instagram (@Hasbro).

so....no Optimus Prime then?