The Energon Pub

[Sabrblade]

Season 1 comes back with its final batch of episodes premiering on Paramount+ on July 28, 2023!

[D-Maximal_Primal]

Season 1 comes back with its final batch of episodes premiering on Paramount+ on July 28, 2023!

finally!!!!

[Tyrannacon]

Outside of Paramount+ and I think YouTube TV, are there any places to watch Transformers Earthspark? I know I tried watching the first episode about a week or two ago, but I ended up getting 20 minutes into it because I just wasn't in a particularly good head space to watch it. Since then I canceled the YouTube TV service to save some money before my girlfriend and I's eventual move in August for her new job.

[Sabrblade]

Outside of Paramount+ and I think YouTube TV, are there any places to watch Transformers Earthspark? I know I tried watching the first episode about a week or two ago, but I ended up getting 20 minutes into it because I just wasn't in a particularly good head space to watch it. Since then I canceled the YouTube TV service to save some money before my girlfriend and I's eventual move in August for her new job.

I shall send you a PM.

[Tyrannacon]

Thank ya, good sir. I have been curious about their version of Megatron since they've done the rehabbed villain approach. I just need to be in the right head space to sit down and watch it to enjoy it fully. Been kinda bleh due to my impending move out of Ohio here and dysthymic depression crud.

[Sabrblade]

New trailer for Season 1 Part 3:

[D-Maximal_Primal]

I cannot wait!

Might be watching these in the hospital, we shall see

[PerfectVision]

In France,it is diffused on Nickelodeon,you have to pay for it but it is not a streaming service,the usual belgian dubber of Optimus has recently died sadly.
The episode where Swindle fight over an empty truck and the one where arachnamechs lose to wood stick are bizarre,no over intellectuallism.

Mo is devoided of blemishes under the pretexte she is a young child,the writer's virtual daughter.For exemple:Kerrigan in STARCRAFT has the diplomatic immunity.

Meridian is nothing captivating outside maybe his look,pantomy and french dub "oversold,even with low expectations".
2 fondamental errors:
-he modifies his body instead of a secret artificial one with a cockpit more crédible.It makes zero sense and it may spoil a twist where he becomes a monster.No innovation on his sbires while we're at it.
-he receives some help from and that's hypocritical,also,i don't like the dynamic of the miraculous heroes pets versus the hard working retarded man,i would have suggested that he receives a miracle himself,acting as a surge of power and motivation,"now,he feels like he can succeed".

This early impression got only reinforced,same with my prediction of miraculous resolving and i prefer the MAX STEEL 2013 way.A bizarre spectacle is better than a boring one i would say.

[D-Maximal_Primal]

Got to watch the remaining episodes of season 1, and I have to say, that did not go where I thought it would. It was good, and plenty of fun, but definitely went places. I wasn't expecting on screen human disintegration that's for sure.

Also, i find the Terran to Cybertronian parent/sibling relationships so wholesome. Grimlock and Jawbreaker was one I was really thinking would happen, and it came to be in a really nice way, even if I was not expecting a PTSD storyline there.

Hashtag and Starscream also ended up being a surprisingly nice pairing, and i think there is lots of room for that in the future.

[Sabrblade]

Here's a deleted scene from Episode 16 "Warzone", which was part of the second batch of Season 1 episodes that came out back in March:



Ravage is a girl!

[snavej]

I'm slow on this whole topic. I only just noticed that Earthspark is available on CBBC, Freeview TV in the UK. No subs required beyond the BBC licence fee. Also available free on YouTube.

There's NO WAY that the humans could control Transformers' minds. The technology gap between the two is HUGE!

[Burn]

Having caught up on the back end of season 1, I can say that overall, it was a good solid season. There were a few things where you had to stretch the imagination a bit, but the show is aimed at youngsters so you accept it and move on. As for the "wokeness", in the greater context of the entire season it was a blink and you'll miss it. They also borrowed from other franchises (the two Sharkticons really felt like Be-Bop and Rocksteady to me) which for me, was a little annoying, but minimal enough to not go all ragey.

Definitely want another season, so hopefully we do get another one.

[Sabrblade]

(the two Sharkticons really felt like Be-Bop and Rocksteady to me)

I got Street Sharks vibes from them, personally.

[Burn]

(the two Sharkticons really felt like Be-Bop and Rocksteady to me)

I got Street Sharks vibes from them, personally.

Never watched it (that I recall anyway)

[PerfectVision]

Some people have expectations that exclude Meridian or a replacement that could be the quintessons or Jihaxus:they're probably wrong,that's just an intuition but there's no strong story without a hearthless and probably boring-dumb ennemy.

Starcream only needs a hug from Mo since she's pushed as the main character with diplomatic immunity "idéalised child,the virtual one of a writer".It wouldn't be from her?It cannot be the main story in that case.He will work for the main ennemy as a mean of revenge before betraying him like he always does,i see something like that.

EXTRA:I found a mention of TMNT 2012 and that's eye opening,they litteraly put the mutagen into this and i'm constantly thinking it's a bad idea.A very repetitive concept and meant to create toys,very bizarre in TF.

[bluecatcinema]

I finally got around to finishing the season, and I have to say, these last few episodes were really epic stuff. Especially the finale.

Can't wait to see what they have in store for the second season...

[Sabrblade]

EarthSpark's coming to Japan.



https://www.oricon.co.jp/news/2293610/full/

The voice director for the Japanese dub is none other than Yoshikazu Iwanami, the same man who did the infamous gag-style dubs of Beast Wars, Beast Machines, Animated, Prime, and Cyberverse. Though, judging from the trailer seen above, it looks like this might finally be a serious dub, as all the Japanese dialogue in the trailer is faithfully-translated from the English dialogue with no added jokes or adlibbing.

Voice cast
Robbie Malto: Ayahi Takagaki
Mo Malto: Misaki Kuno
Twitch: Chiwa Saitō
Thrash: Shunsuke Takeuchi
Optimus Prime: Tesshō Genda
Megatron: Shigeru Chiba
Bumblebee: Ryōhei Kimura
Mandroid: Nobuo Tobita

And the series' Japanese theme song (which can be heard in the trailer) is performed by the legendary J-rock group Psychic Lover, the same group who performed the two opening theme songs, and the second ending theme song, from Legends of the Microns (the original Japanese version of Armada).

[Quantum Surge]

I thought Japan lost interest in dubbing cartoons after the lack of news regarding their version of Cyberverse S3.

[Sabrblade]

I thought Japan lost interest in dubbing cartoons after the lack of news regarding their version of Cyberverse S3.

They never finished dubbing Prime or RID 2015 either. Cyberverse was just the latest victim of that trend.

[Quantum Surge]

I thought Japan lost interest in dubbing cartoons after the lack of news regarding their version of Cyberverse S3.

They never finished dubbing Prime or RID 2015 either. Cyberverse was just the latest victim of that trend.

At least after Prime but before RID they did put out Go! as their version of Beast Hunters.

[Sabrblade]

I thought Japan lost interest in dubbing cartoons after the lack of news regarding their version of Cyberverse S3.

They never finished dubbing Prime or RID 2015 either. Cyberverse was just the latest victim of that trend.

At least after Prime but before RID they did put out Go! as their version of Beast Hunters.

Direct-to-DVD, though. And only through magazine subscriptions. Go! also didn't really finish any of Prime's story; it told its own story that had nothing to do with the Prime characters besides some minor guest appearances from Optimus.

[PerfectVision]

https://www.cbr.com/transformers-earths ... interview/

An interview where they talk about a second season.

They will loose Splinter who is Optimus and the krangs will bring the mutagen with them,the quintessons instead.This series is mixed with TMNT 2012 if it's not clear enough.

EXTRA:another funny allegory:Megatron is Metatron and the morning star is Starscream,Lucifer,the bringer of light(a fake one nowadays).Cybertronians would be angels,it doesn't go very far.

[Sabrblade]

Transformers: EarthSpark EPs Discuss Megatron's Turn, Terrans, and Season 2

In an exclusive interview with CBR, Transformers: EarthSpark's Ant Ward and Dale Malinowski reveal more about the Paramount+ animated show.



The way of the Bot evolves in Transformers: EarthSpark. The new series sees many allies and foes come together as they meet a new family -- the Maltos -- in Witwicky, Pennsylvania. In addition to the new partnerships, the show marks the birth of the Terrans -- the first Transformers born on planet Earth. Unfortunately, several Decepticons and other villains detest the newfound alliance and peace, doing everything possible to throw a wrench into it.

In an exclusive interview with CBR, Transformers: EarthSpark executive producers Ant Ward and Dale Malinowski discuss the road to the small screen and the moments that made them the proudest. They revealed more about the initial concern of turning Megatron from the Autobot's greatest enemy to their new ally, as well as the overwhelming positive response to the creation of the Terrans. Ward and Malinowski also teased what the audience can expect for the second season of the animated show.

CBR: First of all, congratulations on the first season of Transformers: EarthSpark. Looking back, how do you feel about the journey up to this point?

Ant Ward: Thank you! We are deeply proud of our crew and series. On the production side, everyone overcame challenges that made them grow as artists and storytellers. On the narrative side, the Maltos overcame challenges that helped them grow as a family and as a team of heroes. Their story is far from over, though, and we're thrilled for everyone to see how Robby, Mo, and the Terrans level up in Season 2.

The show is an evolution of the franchise as it expands beyond the regular battle between Autobots and Decepticons -- in fact aligning old foes. What were your biggest concerns surrounding the concept of Transformers: EarthSpark in the beginning?

Dale Malinowski: We were eager to know if fans would accept Megatron as an ally to the Autobots. Creatively, we knew we had a solid causality for Megatron's story, and we had the support of both studios. We felt we were staying true to Megatron's character because, in lore, he and Optimus Prime were allies before they were enemies, so Megatron's the type who's willing to make significant changes for the sake of progress toward his goal. We committed to Megatron's story very early in development, but you never know how the audience will react, and in animation, the wait time between production and distribution is very long! Our hope was that fans would be intrigued and come along for the ride, and we're grateful that they have.

Taking a look back at the first season, what would you say has been your proudest moment in the series?

Ward: Creating original characters that resonate with our audience. We have a large cast, so there's someone for everyone with those characters telling stories that encourage empathy with others. Eight billion people are sharing planet Earth. Our world is rich with cultures and diversities. If our show inspires even one person to broaden their perspective and understanding of the people and world around them, we'd be very happy.

What has surprised you the most about the fans' reactions to the Terrans?

Malinowski: How quickly and passionately the fans have embraced the Terrans. We see a lot of fan art online, and every piece warms our hearts. Some of our crew have been printing everything they find and hanging it up near our production space in the studio.

Family is a strong concept in Transformers: EarthSpark. What challenges have you given yourselves and the team in expanding this theme for the second season?

Ward: The challenge is to never repeat ourselves, so we allow our characters to evolve. Family remains a core theme in Season 2, but so is growing up, trust, and loss. For Season 2, we want our themes to mature in tandem with our characters.

In a previous interview, the actors said they recorded their parts individually for the show. I'm not sure how far into Season 2's production you are, but is this the plan moving forward, or is there any intention to try to do group recordings?

Malinowski: For us, all decisions come down to creative intent. When we have a script or sequence hinging upon the dynamic between two characters, for example, then we'll ask the casting and records teams to schedule a session for those two actors to record together. Nickelodeon's in-house teams always support creative intent, so they're fantastic to work with.

What can you tease about Season 2 of the show?

Ward: Season 2 starts with a bang! The heroes are in the middle of an extremely important mission. They have new skills for the job, but many obstacles and foes stand in their way. Amidst the chaos, new relationships develop, new and familiar characters enter the story, and big secrets are exposed. It's a wild ride from start to finish!

Considering how Transformers is crossing over with G.I. Joe in the comics, and there was a tease in the recent movie, have there been any discussions about crossing over into other Hasbro properties?

Malinowski: You know we can't admit anything here! We're excited to see the Transformers comics and features explore their crossovers.

Transformers: EarthSpark Season 1 is available to watch on Paramount+.

[D-Maximal_Primal]

Thanks to CBR.com, we have a new interview to share with you, this time from the Executive Producers of the show, Ant Ward and Dale Malinowski. In this interview, they talk about making Megatron an ally of the humans and Autobots, the heartwarming reaction to the Terrans, and teasing Season 2 as well!

Check it out below, and let us know what you think in the comments section below!

Transformers: EarthSpark EPs Discuss Megatron's Turn, Terrans, and Season 2

In an exclusive interview with CBR, Transformers: EarthSpark's Ant Ward and Dale Malinowski reveal more about the Paramount+ animated show.



The way of the Bot evolves in Transformers: EarthSpark. The new series sees many allies and foes come together as they meet a new family -- the Maltos -- in Witwicky, Pennsylvania. In addition to the new partnerships, the show marks the birth of the Terrans -- the first Transformers born on planet Earth. Unfortunately, several Decepticons and other villains detest the newfound alliance and peace, doing everything possible to throw a wrench into it.

In an exclusive interview with CBR, Transformers: EarthSpark executive producers Ant Ward and Dale Malinowski discuss the road to the small screen and the moments that made them the proudest. They revealed more about the initial concern of turning Megatron from the Autobot's greatest enemy to their new ally, as well as the overwhelming positive response to the creation of the Terrans. Ward and Malinowski also teased what the audience can expect for the second season of the animated show.

CBR: First of all, congratulations on the first season of Transformers: EarthSpark. Looking back, how do you feel about the journey up to this point?

Ant Ward: Thank you! We are deeply proud of our crew and series. On the production side, everyone overcame challenges that made them grow as artists and storytellers. On the narrative side, the Maltos overcame challenges that helped them grow as a family and as a team of heroes. Their story is far from over, though, and we're thrilled for everyone to see how Robby, Mo, and the Terrans level up in Season 2.

The show is an evolution of the franchise as it expands beyond the regular battle between Autobots and Decepticons -- in fact aligning old foes. What were your biggest concerns surrounding the concept of Transformers: EarthSpark in the beginning?

Dale Malinowski: We were eager to know if fans would accept Megatron as an ally to the Autobots. Creatively, we knew we had a solid causality for Megatron's story, and we had the support of both studios. We felt we were staying true to Megatron's character because, in lore, he and Optimus Prime were allies before they were enemies, so Megatron's the type who's willing to make significant changes for the sake of progress toward his goal. We committed to Megatron's story very early in development, but you never know how the audience will react, and in animation, the wait time between production and distribution is very long! Our hope was that fans would be intrigued and come along for the ride, and we're grateful that they have.

Taking a look back at the first season, what would you say has been your proudest moment in the series?

Ward: Creating original characters that resonate with our audience. We have a large cast, so there's someone for everyone with those characters telling stories that encourage empathy with others. Eight billion people are sharing planet Earth. Our world is rich with cultures and diversities. If our show inspires even one person to broaden their perspective and understanding of the people and world around them, we'd be very happy.

What has surprised you the most about the fans' reactions to the Terrans?

Malinowski: How quickly and passionately the fans have embraced the Terrans. We see a lot of fan art online, and every piece warms our hearts. Some of our crew have been printing everything they find and hanging it up near our production space in the studio.

Family is a strong concept in Transformers: EarthSpark. What challenges have you given yourselves and the team in expanding this theme for the second season?

Ward: The challenge is to never repeat ourselves, so we allow our characters to evolve. Family remains a core theme in Season 2, but so is growing up, trust, and loss. For Season 2, we want our themes to mature in tandem with our characters.

In a previous interview, the actors said they recorded their parts individually for the show. I'm not sure how far into Season 2's production you are, but is this the plan moving forward, or is there any intention to try to do group recordings?

Malinowski: For us, all decisions come down to creative intent. When we have a script or sequence hinging upon the dynamic between two characters, for example, then we'll ask the casting and records teams to schedule a session for those two actors to record together. Nickelodeon's in-house teams always support creative intent, so they're fantastic to work with.

What can you tease about Season 2 of the show?

Ward: Season 2 starts with a bang! The heroes are in the middle of an extremely important mission. They have new skills for the job, but many obstacles and foes stand in their way. Amidst the chaos, new relationships develop, new and familiar characters enter the story, and big secrets are exposed. It's a wild ride from start to finish!

Considering how Transformers is crossing over with G.I. Joe in the comics, and there was a tease in the recent movie, have there been any discussions about crossing over into other Hasbro properties?

Malinowski: You know we can't admit anything here! We're excited to see the Transformers comics and features explore their crossovers.

Transformers: EarthSpark Season 1 is available to watch on Paramount+.

[Deathsanras]

Looking forward to this show... being over.
The G1 Dinobots were born on Earth almost 40 years ago. They're far from the "first."
Then there's the Constructicons ("Heavy Metal War"), Metroplex, Trypticon, all the activated protoforms from Beast Wars, Animated Wreck-Gar, Dirt Boss and Dinobots, all the AllSpark-activated Transformers from the Movie franchise... I could keep going and going.
This is like when that brain-dead moron Brie Larson kept pretending Captain Marvel was the first female action star. They have absolutely no idea of the franchise history and/or are outright gaslighting.
They're not "Terrans," they're clearly and unambiguously Cybertronians. If my parents are Swedish and I'm born while they're on holiday in China, that doesn't make me Chinese.
The entire premise of this show is nonsensical and stupid, compounded by giving Cybertronian robots human surnames. Everything spawned from that premise is utterly deranged. A human family teaching Cybertronian Transformers what it means to be from Earth is completely retarded.
Megatron being an ally actually sounded interesting. That could have been a good show. But I couldn't stomach this atrocity of a show for more than a few episodes. Much rather watch Energon.