Transformers
Creation & Design
The Transformers were created as a toy line by Hasbro, inspired by Japanese transforming robot toys. The franchise was developed into a comic book series and animated television show.Early Years
The Transformers debuted in the early 1980s, quickly gaining popularity through comics, animated series, and toys, establishing a rich lore centered around the conflict between Autobots and Decepticons.Character Development
Over the years, Transformers have evolved from simple toys into a complex universe with rich lore, diverse characters, and a dedicated fanbase, influencing various media including films, comics, and video games.Cultural Reception
The Transformers franchise has received widespread acclaim for its storytelling, character development, and innovative toy designs, becoming a staple of pop culture.Character Details
Real Name:
N/A
Aliases:
Autobots, Decepticons
Species:
Cybertronian
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Autobots, Decepticons, Maximals, Predacons
Abilities:
Transformation, Combat Skills, Flight, Intelligence
Equipment:
Energon, Weapons, Cybertronian Technology
Weight:
N/A
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
varies
Hair Color:
N/A
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Transformers, The #1
Marvel
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1984
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance of the Autobots: Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Prowl, Ironhide, Huffer, Cliffjumper, Sideswipe, Hound, Gears, Brawn, Sunstreaker, Bluestreak, Windcharger, Ratchet, Wheeljack, Trailbreaker, Mirage
1st team appearance of the the Decepticons: Megatron, Starscream, Buzzsaw, Thundercracker, Laserbeak, Frenzy, Skywarp, Rumble, Ravage, Soundwave
1st appearance of Buster and Sparkplug Witwicky, human allies of the Autobots
1st team appearance of the Autobots: Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, Prowl, Ironhide, Huffer, Cliffjumper, Sideswipe, Hound, Gears, Brawn, Sunstreaker, Bluestreak, Windcharger, Ratchet, Wheeljack, Trailbreaker, Mirage
1st team appearance of the the Decepticons: Megatron, Starscream, Buzzsaw, Thundercracker, Laserbeak, Frenzy, Skywarp, Rumble, Ravage, Soundwave
1st appearance of Buster and Sparkplug Witwicky, human allies of the Autobots
Transformers, The #2
Marvel
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1984
•
Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Optimus Prime, Megatron and Starscream
Transformers, The #3
Marvel
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1985
•
Vol. 1
Crossover appearance by Spider-Man
Transformers, The #5
Marvel
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1985
•
Vol. 1
1st cameo appearance of Josie Beller
Transformers, The #17
Marvel
•
1986
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Blaster, Powerglide, Cosmos, Seaspray, Warpath, Beachcomber, Preceptor, Straxus, Kickback, Bombshell, Shrapnel, Dirge and Ramjet
1st appearance of Blaster, Powerglide, Cosmos, Seaspray, Warpath, Beachcomber, Preceptor, Straxus, Kickback, Bombshell, Shrapnel, Dirge and Ramjet
Transformers Universe #nn
Marvel
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1987
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Vol. 1
128-page trade paperback collection of Transformer and Decepticon character profiles
Collects Transformers Universe #1 - #4
128-page trade paperback collection of Transformer and Decepticon character profiles
Collects Transformers Universe #1 - #4
G.I. Joe and the Transformers #1
Marvel
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1987
•
Vol. 1
First crossover series featuring G.I. Joe and Transformers
[June 2023 - crossover movie teased at the end of Transformers Rise of the Beasts / June 2024 - writer Derek Connolly (Jurassic World) will pen the script]
First crossover series featuring G.I. Joe and Transformers
[June 2023 - crossover movie teased at the end of Transformers Rise of the Beasts / June 2024 - writer Derek Connolly (Jurassic World) will pen the script]
Transformers Magazine, The (UK) #186
Marvel
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1988
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Metroplex, the largest of the Autobots
Technically, Metroplex appeared prior to this issue as Autobot City, or a portion of the city, but this is the first issue it appears as a robot
Metroplex appears in a character profile as a robot in The Transformers Universe #2 (1987), a guidebook
1st appearance of Metroplex, the largest of the Autobots
Technically, Metroplex appeared prior to this issue as Autobot City, or a portion of the city, but this is the first issue it appears as a robot
Metroplex appears in a character profile as a robot in The Transformers Universe #2 (1987), a guidebook
Transformers, The #47
Marvel
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1988
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Raindance
1st appearance of Grandslam
1st team appearance of the Seacons: Nautilator, Overbite, Seawing, Skalor, Snaptrap, Tentakil
1st appearance of Raindance
1st appearance of Grandslam
1st team appearance of the Seacons: Nautilator, Overbite, Seawing, Skalor, Snaptrap, Tentakil
Transformers, The #61
Marvel
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1989
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Vol. 1
Introduction of the Unicron, the embodiment of evil in the Transformers universe
1st full appearance of Primus
Origin of the Transformers and Cybertron
Introduction of the Unicron, the embodiment of evil in the Transformers universe
1st full appearance of Primus
Origin of the Transformers and Cybertron
Transformers, The #70
Marvel
•
1990
•
Vol. 1
Origin of Cybertron and the Transformers
Transformers, The #71
Marvel
•
1990
•
Vol. 1
Late-in-the run issue, lower circulation
Transformers, The #72
Marvel
•
1990
•
Vol. 1
Scarce, published late in the series run
Transformers, The #73
Marvel
•
1990
•
Vol. 1
Scarce
Transformers, The #74
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Scarce
Transformers, The #75
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Late in the series issue, lower circulation
Transformers, The #76
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Published late in the run
Transformers, The #77
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Scarce
Transformers, The #78
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Battle of Galvetron vs Megatron
Third-to-final-issue
Transformers, The #79
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Scarce
Transformers, The #80
Marvel
•
1991
•
Vol. 1
Final issue
Transformers: Generation 2 - Halloween #1
Marvel
•
1993
•
Vol. 1
8-page Halloween promotional giveaway
Beast Wars Transformers: Optimus Primal vs Megatron #1
Hasbro
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1995
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Vol. 1
10-page mini-comic packaged with a two-pack of action figures, distributed before the cartoon first aired in 1996
1st appearance of Optimus Primal, the original version of the character that appears in this issue differs from the more recognized version
10-page mini-comic packaged with a two-pack of action figures, distributed before the cartoon first aired in 1996
1st appearance of Optimus Primal, the original version of the character that appears in this issue differs from the more recognized version
Transformers Universe #1
3H
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2003
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Vol. 1
First team-up of Generation 1 Transformers and Maximals (Beast Wars)
Resurrection of Optimus Primal
First team-up of Generation 1 Transformers and Maximals (Beast Wars)
Resurrection of Optimus Primal
New Avengers / Transformers #1
Marvel
•
2007
•
Vol. 1
Co-published by Marvel and IDW
Crossover of the Avengers and Transformers versus Dr. Doom and the Decepticons
Co-published by Marvel and IDW
Crossover of the Avengers and Transformers versus Dr. Doom and the Decepticons
Transformers vs. G.I. Joe Movie #1
IDW
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2017
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Vol. 1
One-shot story that imagines a world where a Transformers vs. G.I. Joe movie was made and the comic book adaptation that followed
One-shot story that imagines a world where a Transformers vs. G.I. Joe movie was made and the comic book adaptation that followed
Transformers: Historia
IDW
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2019
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Vol. 1
One-shot recap of the first IDW Transformers run that spanned thirteen years of publishing
One-shot recap of the first IDW Transformers run that spanned thirteen years of publishing
Transformers vs. Terminator #1
IDW
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2019
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
1st crossover of the Terminator and Transformers
First meeting of The Transformers and Ghostbusters
1st appearance of Ecto-1 (Ecto-tron), the Ghostbusters' car as a Transformer
Promotional Ashcan edition
First meeting of The Transformers and Ghostbusters
1st appearance of Ecto-1 (Ecto-tron), the Ghostbusters' car as a Transformer
Promotional Ashcan edition
Transformers / Ghostbusters #1
IDW
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2019
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Vol. 1
First crossover of Ghostbusters and Transformers
My Little Pony / Transformers #1
IDW
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2020
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Vol. 1
First meeting of Hasbro properties My Little Pony and the Transformers
First meeting of Hasbro properties My Little Pony and the Transformers
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