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Eclipse Character Analysis (Sun and Moon Show)

Alternate Title: Why I'm 95% sure Eclipse is a sociopath EDITED TITLE: An Analysis of how Eclipse's ASPD is reflected in his character

A hopefully unnecessary disclaimer: - One, hi, hello I am a sociopath, I do know what I'm talking about. This also means that a lot of what I notice and will describe about Eclipse are similar or the same as my own experiences living life in this mortal realm. What I will touch on in the "redemption" section is heavily based on the kind of intensive treatment I had to get in order to improve my behavior when I was younger, so it's important to note that while Eclipse will never be able to change his personality (like how I can't change mine, and you can't change yours), he can change his thought patterns, mentality, and behavior. The saying that "sociopaths can't change" is specifically talking about how we can't change our personality, which is true for everyone. That doesn't mean we can't learn to function better in civilized society or be taught emotional awareness and morals. - Two, hi, hello this is just what I've noticed and does not mean it's canon unless Reed or Davis themselves come onto my Tumblr and go "Yes, this, this is what is correct", and even then, you're allowed to have your own opinions and views on these characters. I'm just theorizing here EDIT: Reed and Davis confirmed that Eclipse is indeed a sociopath a day after I posted this here, and a week after my initial post in their server that is basically this but slightly messier. - Three, hi, hello I'm also a psychology student so I also know what I'm talking about in that regard too. I've been studying psychology and general medicine for three and a half years now, so I like to think I have some idea of what I'm talking about - Four, I use the terms sociopath, ASPD, sociopathic disorder, and anti-social personality disorder interchangeably since they all describe the same personality disorder - Five, this analysis is long, I cover the basics, an in depth, some potential scenarios, a redemption arc possibility, and some other thoughts I have about him. - Six, I made this disclaimer to address any potential misunderstandings, or harmful stereotypes that I tend to be confronted with any time I talk about ASPD. Now onto the good stuff!

Too Long; Won't Read - Here's a Summary

Attachment and Pride: Eclipse initially cared about Lunar, and his reaction to Lunar leaving suggests a fragile pride. His inability to connect with others is evident in his strained relationships with KC and Bloodmoon.

Masking Emotions: Eclipse keeps his darker thoughts to himself at the beginning, and throughout the show as well. He masks both his emotions, and his intentions throughout the show, and is careful not to show when people have upset or offended him. This behavior stems from a learned experience that letting his guard down leads to resentment.

Manipulation and Brash Communication: Eclipse is straightforward and brash when expressing thoughts, feelings, or opinions. He employs manipulation when needed but is mostly disinterested in others.

Boredom and Stimulation: He seeks reactions from people, often causing chaos for entertainment. Boredom, especially when stuck as an AI, prompts him to instigate situations for amusement.

Lack of Empathy: He also appears to lack empathy, as evidenced by his inability to understand emotions and his focus on getting reactions rather than connecting with others.

Touch Aversion: Eclipse's lack of physical affection aligns with the common aversion to touch seen in individuals with ASPD.

Remorse and Growth: Eclipse shows remorse only in instances where he hurts Lunar in the beginning of the show, indicating a potential area for growth. A redemption arc could explore his struggles without completely erasing his apparent sociopathic nature.

Writer's note: A thoughtful portrayal of Eclipse's sociopathy, should my theory touch on the truth, if continued in a storyline, could provide an authentic exploration of mental health challenges and personal growth. Care should be taken to avoid stereotypes (DON'T USE GOOGLE FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THIS I BEG)

Putting Him Under a Microscope - Full Analysis

1. Attachment and Pride:

Eclipse's initial connection with Lunar suggests a potential attachment, a notable aspect in individuals with ASPD who can form (highly) selective bonds. However, Lunar's departure significantly impacts Eclipse's pride. This reaction aligns with the fragile self-esteem often observed in those with ASPD. The departure becomes a perceived personal betrayal, triggering Eclipse's defensive response.

In individuals with ASPD, relationships often serve specific purposes, and Eclipse's attachment to Lunar may have been driven by a combination of genuine connection but also very clearly the utility Lunar provided in fulfilling certain needs or desires. (Which was helping Eclipse get the star of course)

Moreover, Eclipse's struggle with connecting to others, evident in strained relationships with KC and Bloodmoon, is a characteristic of ASPD. Individuals with this disorder often face challenges in forming and maintaining meaningful relationships due to their limited capacity for empathy and understanding of emotional nuances.

2. Masking Emotions:

Eclipse's tendency to keep darker thoughts to himself reflects a common coping mechanism associated with ASPD. Individuals with this disorder often learn to conceal their true emotions early on due to negative experiences when expressing genuine feelings. This learned behavior serves as a protective measure against potential backlash or social rejection.

The fear of vulnerability and subsequent consequences aligns with the interpersonal difficulties faced by those with ASPD. Eclipse's decision to hide his less socially acceptable thoughts is a strategic choice aimed at avoiding conflict and maintaining control over his image.

Professionally, the concealment of darker thoughts is recognized as a defense mechanism in individuals with ASPD. This protective facade, or 'mask,' becomes an integral part of their social interactions, allowing them to navigate social situations with greater ease. However, this constant need to mask one's true feelings can contribute to internal struggles and further isolate individuals with ASPD from genuine emotional connections.

One may ask, what 'darker thoughts' did Eclipse show, or receive backlash for? Well, let's see, when he was stuck in Sun for the beginning of his life, he was first confused, a bit scared, and completely disoriented. He was forgotten, and during the first parts we can see him trying to reconnect with Moon, however, his delivery, as individuals with ASPD tend to do, was brash. It didn't sugar coat what he wanted, and considering his earlier transgressions previously, they weren't taken well in the slightest. Instead of Moon trying to genuinely talk and explain, all he provided Eclipse with was "I changed, and you didn't." and in general was very annoyed and irate with Eclipse. There were several times during the beginning of Eclipse, where there could have been progress made with him, to help him work through his issues, his internalized fear of being forgotten again, and the accidental neglect, that just… didn't happen. Because Sun and Moon saw him as a virus.

Moon because Moon saw himself as a virus, so what else would he think of something that originated in his code, and acted like he used to? Acted like he still sometimes did, parts of himself that he didn't like about himself, living and breathing once again in the mind of his brother. Corrupting him.

And of course, Sun because he was just so tired and hurt and he finally thought he could have something only for this ball of code to make itself known? This peice of his brother that was left behind, that was formed from Moon's killcode? That was constructed from Moon's literal need to lash out, hurt others, and kill. I'm honestly a little horrified that this is never touched on in the show, because people aren't just born to be awful, that's not how this works. There were so many opportunities where toxic and awful behavior could have been stopped if it was handled properly.

Of course, I'm not blaming Sun and Moon. It's hard to help someone who doesn't understand they need help, and as a result the person won't want help either. Plus, they've said it themselves in the episodes where Lunar had returned from the dead. They were never programmed to understand mental health issues, and they have a hard enough time grasping the concepts of their own mental health issues to deal with other peoples. Especially other people who are actively hurting them, it's hard to feel sympathy for someone who causes you harm as far as I'm aware. (I personally wouldn't know)

But back to my main point, there absolutely were times in the beginning where Eclipse was just honest about his wants and desires, and was shown disgust and hatred for it. Which would absolutely make him be prone to masking, which he does a lot in the show from what I can tell.

3. Manipulation and Brash Communication:

Eclipse's communication style, characterized by being brash and straightforward, aligns with the speech patterns and tendencies often associated with ASPD. When he's not trying to pull a fast one over someone, he's very blunt, and he doesn't beat around the bush. Individuals with this disorder may utilize manipulation as a means to achieve personal goals or navigate social situations, but without a reason to sugar coat, they won't. Although sometimes not sugar coating is also employed as a manipulation tactic, which makes it tricky navigating conversation at times with sociopaths. Eclipse's lack of hesitation in employing manipulation reflects the calculated nature of his interactions, as we see him smoothly switch between fronts, acts he puts on to get people to agree with him.

His disinterest in others, apart from exploiting them for personal gain, is consistent with the self-serving behaviors commonly observed in sociopaths. The use of manipulation as a tool for control and amusement is a manifestation of the disorder's impact on interpersonal dynamics. When he contacts Moon for help with Killcode, even then he has his own motives that are only helped by Moon being distracted with Killcode, as well as having KC out of the picture.

Professionally, manipulation is recognized as a prominent feature of ASPD. Individuals with this disorder may lack the ability to form genuine emotional connections and, instead, view relationships as transactional opportunities. Eclipse's interactions, particularly with Sun and Moon, exemplify this transactional approach, where he derives amusement from creating chaos. This last bit (amusment) is important, and I'll cover it next.

Before I pop on over, this is where I'd like to touch on Servant Eclipse. He is very crafty, and very manipulative, but it doesn't fool Lunar, who he clearly cares about to some degree. (Again, will say it as many times as needed, people with ASPD can care about people, it's just a lot of effort at first, doesn't come naturally, and is reserved for a select few). Lunar in this reality probably knows Eclipse inside and out, and isn't fooled by the not very convincing "I'm just a husk now" act Eclipse is playing out with. I suspect that Eclipse also is aware the Lunar isn't fooled, but it amuses him to some degree to keep up the game. I can only imagine serving a "Lord Lunar" is a fairly excitable life, and it's unlikely he's extensively bored. He's also just as brash as the OG Eclipse, and doesn't sugar coat the truth, or tries to ease Gregory into topics.

4. Boredom and Stimulation:

Eclipse's constant quest for stimulation and amusement, even at the expense of creating chaos, reflects a key characteristic of individuals with ASPD. Boredom intolerance is common in this population, leading to a perpetual need for excitement and novel experiences. (Can speak from experience, I spend about 4-6 hours every day bored out of my freaking mind and it's absolutely torture - which is why I draw so much)

The portrayal of Eclipse as being "bored out of his mind" when stuck as an AI in KC's base underscores the challenge individuals with ASPD face in mundane or monotonous situations. The need for stimulation is a driving force behind their impulsive and sometimes risky behaviors. There's a certain kind of restlessness, and impulsivity associated with ASPD, very much an act before you think, get defensive when confronted, and maybe think about it two days later on the very small chance it triggers a sense of morals/remorse. (Then probably forget it happened, cause we are very good at not caring enough to remember half the stuff we do. This isn't a choice, by the way, people with sociopathic disorder just aren't wired to feel strong emotions like guilt and shame.)

Professionally, this behavior aligns with the clinical understanding of ASPD. Individuals with the disorder often engage in sensation-seeking activities to counteract feelings of boredom and emotional emptiness. Eclipse's enjoyment in hacking Moon's computer, causing reactions from Moon and Lunar, serves as an outlet for his need for stimulation and disruption, as well as fulfills other purposes in starting a conversation with Moon about KC.

And of course, now I get to touch on my two favorite things that just drill this in. When OG Eclipse gets the star… what does he do? He torments Sun and Moon instead of wiping everything away, and I'm aware this is mostly because he doens't have mastery over the star. But what does Sun say, when Eclipse shows up to torment them on top of the play structure. Something along the lines of, You're just bored at this point? Is that it?

And what does Eclipse do? He leaves. Because Sun is absolutely right, and it probably stings his ego to have someone he so fully has convinced himself of hating to be right about him. Even before he gets the star… just how much effort did he really put into getting the star? Sure, he had this big plan, but I think he was aware that the 'perfect world' would never make him happy to start with; he just felt the need to be something larger than life, so of course you must set the largest goals to achieve in order to be that. He could have gotten the star so much faster lets be honest. I fully believe he was just having too much fun messing with Sun and Moon, because it gave a reaction, and the reactions to his actions were exciting, breaking his boredom. He was bored a lot, stuck in Sun's head, stuck in Sun's body and pretending to be Sun, stuck as an AI, stuck with Solar Flare's AI fighting him, stuck being unable to use the star…….. seeing a pattern yet?

And of course, my second favorite thing. Lord Eclipse. Moon full out calls him out on how bored Eclipse is, and Eclipse first tries to deny it, then sees no tactical advantage to denying it, and admits that yeah, he is bored. He's been bored for ages and Moon is the first exciting thing in what feels like forever. He's not happy in his perfect world, but he isn't going to change is because that would cut his pride for Sun and Moon to be right about what he wants and needs after so many years. So many years of his Moon being dead. Of having Sun as an obedient servant, bound to his beck and call. He's bored, and it shows, and he knows that it shows.

5. Lack of Empathy:

Eclipse's consistent inability to understand and empathize with the emotions of others aligns with a central feature of Antisocial Personality Disorder (ASPD). Individuals with ASPD often struggle with recognizing and comprehending the feelings of those around them.

His focus on getting reactions rather than forming genuine connections reflects the hallmark trait of lacking empathy. Eclipse's interactions with Sun, Moon, and Lunar highlight his detached and indifferent approach, as he manipulates situations purely for personal amusement without regard for the emotional impact on others.

Professionally, the deficit in empathy is a well-documented aspect of ASPD. Those with the disorder may comprehend others' situations on a cognitive level but struggle to grasp the emotional nuances involved. Eclipse's inability to understand why Lunar is upset and his constant pursuit of reactions underscore the emotional disconnect inherent in individuals with ASPD.

Eclipse's interactions with Lunar provide a poignant illustration of his consistent lack of empathy. Despite a seemingly genuine attachment to Lunar in the beginning, Eclipse's emotional disconnect becomes evident as Lunar leaves. The impact of Lunar's departure on Eclipse's pride and subsequent defensive reaction highlights the absence of genuine understanding of Lunar's emotions. Eclipse struggles to comprehend the significance of Lunar's departure beyond a perceived personal betrayal, showcasing a lack of empathy toward Lunar's perspective.

Moreover, Eclipse's manipulation and attempts to provoke reactions from Lunar, even after Lunar has left, underscore his disregard for the emotional toll on Lunar. This behavior aligns with the typical patterns seen in individuals with ASPD, where the pursuit of personal amusement takes precedence over the emotional well-being of others.

Eclipse's inability to process and acknowledge his own damaged ego resulting from Lunar's departure further emphasizes his lack of emothional understanding. He doesn't want to admit that Lunar hurt him, so instead he just continues to shut it down, bottle it up, and let it churn into hatred instead of looking at what he did wrong. His resentment and refusal to acknowledge the emotional impact on Lunar highlight the emotional blindness inherent in individuals with ASPD, especially in the context of complex interpersonal relationships.

6. Touch Aversion:

Eclipse's noticeable lack of physical affection, as both seen throughout the show, and mentioned when Lunar clings to Sun and states that Eclipse never showed him physical affection, aligns with a common trait among individuals with ASPD. Touch aversion is a characteristic feature, as those with the disorder often lack the intrinsic desire for physical closeness or intimacy.

Eclipse's minimal physical interaction, even in what could be perceived as emotionally charged moments, is consistent with the general pattern observed in individuals with ASPD. The absence of hugging or comforting gestures suggests a limited appreciation for the emotional needs of others.

Professionally, touch aversion is recognized as part of the interpersonal challenges associated with ASPD. Individuals with this disorder may not instinctively seek physical connection unless it serves a specific purpose, such as manipulation or personal gain. Eclipse's avoidance of physical affection adds a layer to his character, illustrating how his interpersonal behaviors align with the clinical understanding of ASPD.

This aspect of Eclipse's character contributes to a nuanced portrayal of the disorder, showcasing how the lack of tactile expression can impact the dynamics of his relationships, particularly in situations where emotional support is expected. (Like seriously, even Sun and Moon hug when one of them are having an awful day, but Eclipse? He literally doesn't seem to understand why Lunar craves positive physical touch so bad, because he just… doesn't feel the need himself. You can never fully understand something you experience, and it's not like people were explaining these basic needs and wants to Eclipse… ever.)

7. Remorse and Growth:

Eclipse's occasional display of remorse, particularly in instances where he has harmed Lunar, offers a glimpse into a facet of his character that deviates from the (BAD DOWNRIGHT AWFUL) stereotypical image associated with ASPD. While individuals with ASPD are often poorly and harmfully characterized/stereotyped by a complete lack of guilt or remorse, Eclipse's moments of internal conflict suggest a degree of emotional complexity.

Professionally, the intermittent remorse aligns with the recognition that individuals with ASPD may experience moments of internal conflict, especially in relationships that hold personal significance. Eclipse's struggle with whether to apologize after hitting Lunar reveals a brief internal debate, questioning the severity of his actions against Lunar's emotional response.

However, Eclipse's ultimate decision not to apologize, driven by his failure to perceive the significance of Lunar's distress, reinforces the inherent challenges in navigating emotional landscapes for those with ASPD. This internal conflict and eventual dismissal of remorse contribute to a more realistic portrayal of the disorder, highlighting the ongoing tension between impulsive actions and moments of potential introspection.

Should Eclipse undergo a redemption arc, these moments of internal conflict could serve as a foundation for growth, illustrating that while individuals with ASPD may grapple with moments of remorse, their ability to sustain lasting change remains a complex and challenging journey. Of course, I'm going to cover this as well.

Redemption and Recovery

Eclipse's potential redemption could be approached with an understanding that a complete overhaul of his personality is near impossible, because as psychology has shown, you don't just change your personality. However, nuanced growth and positive change within the framework of his behaviors and thought patterns can be explored.

Increased Self-Awareness: Eclipse could undergo a process of heightened self-awareness, acknowledging the impact of his actions on others. This could involve introspection into the motivations behind his behaviors and the consequences they entail. This won't be something he does on his own, he's going to need someone behind him, pushing him to be better. Preferably someone who has no majorly poor history with him for the best results.

Therapeutic Support: In a realistic redemption arc, Eclipse might engage in therapy tailored to individuals with ASPD. This could involve developing coping mechanisms, enhancing emotional intelligence, and learning healthier ways to navigate interpersonal relationships. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a very affective type of therapy for people with personality disorders, or collections of disorders that combined provide the complications of a personality disorder.

Recognizing the Value of Relationships: Eclipse could gradually come to recognize the value of genuine connections beyond their utility. This may involve acknowledging the significance of relationships for emotional support and personal growth. This is going to be a process, and he will mess up. He will forget. It's something he will have to choose to work with in order for it to work, and even then he will make mistakes. It will be important to have patience with him, and instead of lashing out (cause that can cause a spiral back into poor behavior), working on these slip ups with him, and helping him relearn the significance of correcting it when he messes up.

Empathy Development: A full restoration of empathy is be unrealistic, Eclipse could work on developing cognitive empathy—understanding others' perspectives intellectually, even if not emotionally. This could improve his ability to navigate social situations more effectively. (This is what I do! <:happy_stim:867544047735275521>)

Establishing Boundaries: He should learn to set healthy boundaries in his relationships, understanding that manipulating and exploiting others for personal gain may provide short-term satisfaction but is detrimental in the long run.

Contributing Positively: As part of his redemption, he could find avenues to contribute positively to others' lives. This could involve utilizing his unique skills for constructive purposes, fostering a sense of accomplishment outside of manipulative endeavors.

Maintaining Accountability: Eclipse's growth would involve a commitment to being accountable for his actions. This includes acknowledging mistakes, making amends where possible, and actively working towards minimizing harm to others.

Embracing Personal Growth: Eclipse's redemption arc could focus on embracing personal growth within the constraints of his personality. It's about acknowledging that while he may not fundamentally change, he can adapt and evolve to lead a more balanced and fulfilling life.

Potential Future Scenario: Eclipse Apologizes

Brought to you by someone saying that Lunar would refuse Eclipse trying to apologize, but I respectfully disagree, and here's why.

I think that if Eclipse ever does apologize to Lunar, Lunar would have literally no choice but to accept, because we’ve seen early on that he does not apologize

To genuinely apologize and acknowledge his wrongdoing would be major character development that would take a lot of time and struggle to get to that point, based on my theories/analysis about him

So by the time he can actually, truthfully apologize, there would be evidence to prove his struggle with his own twisted nature, and probably how he failed at times during the journey, and had set backs and road bumps. The others would have most likely seen the effects and effort it takes to learn to change for him, and would most likely acknowledge that he’s being truthful.

If Lunar doesn’t accept at that point, if it ever got to that point, Lunar would be acting irrationally due to emotional complications, would probably just hurt Eclipse when he’s trying to be better for his brother, and would most likely set him back. There’s a very destructive pattern of thought when it comes to personality stuff (which is what I think Eclipse struggles with, a specific personality disorder I’m writing a comic thingy about), because you can’t change your personality. You can’t will yourself to be a certain way, and so it’s very easy to destroy progress people make on self improvement. So lunar refusing the apology would most likely not only hurt Eclipse’s pride (like it was hurt when Lunar left his side the first time) but would also further his belief of “why bother if they won’t accept the fact I’m trying for them” that he’d probably struggle with throughout a period of character growth.

Lunar’s smart, and pretty emotionally aware. He can be petty, but if Eclipse were to get to that point, I don’t think Lunar would refuse it because he would have already seen the struggle and effort Eclipse had put through just to get to that point

Logically, Solar would be the best person to help Eclipse, not Earth

This is partly copied/pasted from some conversations and does analyze Solar a bit as well

I really honestly doubt that Earth is going to be able to help him, if he comes back, and I’m suspecting that Solar would do a better job because he’s the only who can understand, properly, the absolute hell that was waking up inside of Sun’s mind with no idea what’s going on and how he got there. Earth can be sympathetic and show him pity, but that’s not going to help him very much at the end of the day. He doesn’t want sympathy, he doesn’t want pity because he has associated that with being weak and out of control. He needs some one who will understand him, and who will fully understand how one small thing changed so much due to the snow ball effect. Which Solar would understand. He’s “nice eclipse” after all, aka just an Eclipse without such bad formative trauma. So he never spiraled, but he’s just as blunt and analytical as Eclipse tends to be, and would be able to actually communicate with Eclipse about his issues since it’s a situation he could have easily been in had things gone slightly different

Solar is probably the only one who can understand, and I mean properly understand, Eclipse’s trauma and bottled up emotions. And I think that if they’re going to give Eclipse someone who will support him, they should do Solar. He’s got all boxes checked

The ability to fully understand Eclipse

No bad history with Eclipse that would really affect how Eclipse treats him (It’s not like Eclipse knows he built the satellite)

Similar base personality, his just wanted warped and twisted in the start, but if you strip away Eclipse’s issues, they’re practically the same person… for obvious reasons

The willingness to say what needs to be said, and not try to sugar coat. Earth would try to let Eclipse down easy about stuff, ease him into it, and he’s gonna see that as her being manipulative because that’s how he manipulates people. He needs someone who is just going to lay things out on the table

And of course, Solar most likely wouldn’t think Eclipse is too far gone to change. Because how do you think that of yourself? And they are the same person, just from different perspectives. It’s a similar dilemma I have to just writing off Eclipse, when I take him apart and see myself staring back at me. But I was able to improve, it just took work, and it took a situation dire enough to get me to realize that if I didn’t want to ruin the few things I cared about, I needed to get my crap together. And that’s probably what he’s gonna need to, something that threatens what he cares about to the point he realizes that this can’t go on. (And I’m suspecting that something will be control over his own life, just like it was for me.) We saw at the end of his life, that he was starting to self reflect and realize that he needs to change somehow, and this was because his control over his own life was being threatened I suspect.

Extra, Smaller Analysis on Solar and Eclipse

It is important to note that Solar doesn't have this issue (ASPD), and I believe it's because he didn't suffer the same beginning that Eclipse did. They resolved the Solar issue when he popped into existance very quickly from what we can tell, and so he wasn't left in the dark for months on end, left to stew in his own agony and emotions. Personality issues are caused by trauma, and specifically ASPD is directly tied to neglect during the most crucial formative stages in development. Sun and Moon had no idea Eclipse was there, and didn't mean to abandon him, because they didn't know he existed. But this complete, and utter abandoment, what is probably internalized as a personal betrayal because I can imagine Eclipse being destroyed by the idea that Moon left him behind on purpose. Which is just… not a good thought for my man to have, because that leads to feelings of worthlessness, and self-hatred for not being 'good enough' to keep/take care of/help. Which then just snowballs into other negative emotions, that gets him all worked up, and then he's fuming at the fact that they left him. That they decided he wasn't worth keeping around, and how dare they make that decision about him for him?!

You can see how it gets out of hand quickly, as he realizes the neglect he's suffering from, the abandonment he's facing, and the fact that he's now trapped. That Moon got to escape, but he can't and it's not fair. This is the perfect breeding ground for that funny little disorder called sociopathy, and boy, there's almost nothing at this point that can convince me that he doesn't have it because it's all just a little too perfect. And the worst part?

I really really doubt it was done on purpose, but holy heck it would be so cool if it was. Not just because of how beautifully crafted it is in his character, how it's so consistent and real, but also because if it was done on purpose, it would show that the writers took the time to do real research about a disorder that is so often done so poorly, and is commonly confused with a completely different issue (psychopathic disorder). Even knowing that it probably wasn't done on purpose, I'm still gonna just cling to him because I love him and I want him to get the happy ending he deserves. And I mean that genuinely, people who are suffering and lashing out because they're drowing in hate due to unfortunate circumstances that were really out of their control deserve to be given the tools to improve themselves and their lives, and it would be wonderful to see this sentiment reflected in the show.

Wrap-Up Ramble/Writer's Notes

This is, of course, my own personal observations, and it is definitely a lot to read. I had a lot of fun constructing this thread, because it is so rare to find a character that I feel I can properly connect to. I've struggled with a lot of the patterns Eclipse has shown in the show that I've called out, and I've had to go through the steps in the 'redemption arc' section myself. It's not an easy process, and as I mentioned, him realistically improving is going to be a process that is going to be draining on himself, and the people around him. He will have to wake up and choose to go against the walls he's thrown up around himself every single day if he's going to have a realistic redemption, and it's going to be exhausting. But I do genuinely believe that he can change, and improve, because I was able to change and improve as a person. It took time, years of intensive self examination and cognitive based therapy, and it required a strong support system. Which hopefully, if he comes back to the show, he can obtain, because otherwise he will continue to drown in his own bitter stew of resentment for others and himself. And that's no fun, that's just depressing.

A lot of people look at Eclipse and think the villain, but I just can't. His actions make him a bad person, but taking apart the psychology behind him, and seeing how glaringly similar a character is to you that is supposed to be the 'bad guy'… I want him to be able, if he comes back, to get the proper 'recovery arc' that he deserves, and I really hope that if they do try to save him from his own demons, they do it properly, instead of giving him a complete 180. Because you can't change your personality, and Davis and Reed seem to be aware of that with Moon. Even when old Moon tried to be better, he was still an awful person. And the 'new' Moon is still eerily similar to the old one, and as the time goes on, he just becomes more and more like the old one. Because it's the same AI, he just lost his memories. He didn't do a whole personality change because he got his memory card wiped, because he's the same person where it counts. He just has the benefit of not having all of the pain his past self was carrying. He's free of the hurt, and trauma, and self hatred old Moon carried, but he's still Moon.

So I'm really hoping that they continue to accurately display psychology in their characters if they bring Eclipse back, because it is such an immersive show due to the fact that it makes sense. These things make sense psychology wise, their behaviors, actions, patterns of thinking and speech. And I really am looking forward to seeing if they bring Eclipse back because he's such a beautifully constructed character.

You Made It

This is the end of my massive post. Congratulations if you made it this far. If you did, uh, the password is Dorito. Leave it in the comments/reblogs to let me know you made it, haha.

I'd love to see people's thoughts on this and on him, so feel free to leave your thoughts as well in comments/reblogs. I'll try to reply to every single one I see. Again, I love his character so much, it's so well crafted, and it was so fun to take this apart.

Edit: I have been asked about where to find the thread/join in on the convo, etc a few times: I have a thread in the SAMS server here if you want to join the conversation

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yuissamidare · 7 months ago

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I saw a lot of people questioning the appeal of lukahyuna/hyuluka, and I think that’s quite understandable. here are my two cents no one asked for! for me, other than the fact that they’re the perfect example of interpersonal horror, at least a big part of the attraction comes from my interpretation of the characters—both being people who struggle with control and autonomy.

Luka is someone who is controlled in every aspect of his life, from his daily training, to his health (canonly having heart problems and other congenital issues), and he was paraded around since he was young for his appearance and constantly made to be a spectacle — there is nothing that is fully his expect his emotions, to which he hangs onto hyuna with his love; then there is hyuna, who was completely aware of the encasement she was in and could still live freely, happily chaining herself to the parental role she placed herself in for her younger brother and later on, refuses to live anything but freely but except for being trapped by her feelings and memories of luka and her brother.

It’s a case of someone who has no independence finding a sense of sovereignty and control in regards to the feelings he has with another person versus someone who will carve a path of freedom and control for herself but constantly losing her footing as the only thing she has no control over are her feelings, and that contrast makes it very appealing for me.

Luka and hyuna were made with each other in mind, hyuna being stated to be a ‘YOLO!’ kind of girl while luka is the opposite and is careful—this is shown in their official merch stands as well, hyuna being a lunar eclipse that interferes with the path of the moon (luka) and luka being a solar eclipse that blocks the path of the sun (hyuna). They are complimentary opposed forces, however that does not mean that at one point they were not mutually attracted to each other, regardless of the intent of the attraction—in the prologue and old supplemental art, Hyuna and Luka are seen side by side while rehearsing and also spending their free time together (though Luka is glaring at Hyunwoo who is offscreen), and in all in as well, they’re shown to spend time together while Hyunwoo is not around, and Hyuna also allows him to encroach on time spent with her brother. (In this particular part of All-In, luka shows traits such as sucking on his sleeves which are associated with poorly socialized or developed children, which is something he seems to stop when Hyuna touches him for a sufficient amount of time)

— Anakt Garden Initially, i had thought what luka felt for Hyuna was not traditional ‘love’ or a properly developed crush but possession and desire to have hyuna act as a readily available and constant companion in a convenient social tie—something to have which a special relationship no one else can touch, having something that is truly his regardless of what he felt being considered as ‘love’—, which, while not completely untrue, had shifted when their supplemental comic came out and showed that he had genuine value in her thoughts and opinions (while making sure she had stopped looking at hyunwoo), and in a recent doodle, showed that he had genuinely sought her affection and validation (via picking fights with Hyunwoo and using that as a way to see her take his side over his, which is the second time she is shown to prioritize him over her brother, who calls for her and only her attention in the supplemental comic who she seems to put off for a moment in favor of acknowledging luka’s clinginess towards her and calling him cute).

While the form changed, the one constant of luka —> hyuna has always been: ‘this is mine, I want a relationship with her that gives me a level of exclusivity and control over her that others can’t have, one that includes priority over hyunwoo’

Luka is shown to value her opinions and use it as a basis for his own, as seen in a supplemental comic. he finds worth in her viewpoints considering and there’s a sense of mutuality there that makes him comfortable enough to share and talk about opinions with her and to use her as either a building block for his own ideals due to not having any strong feelings of his own, or to compare and contrast their ways of thinking and finding worth in the perspective that she has brought.

this comic is my second favorite piece of media involving them, with my first being the in the storyboards for all in…! (which i can’t talk about since it’s patreon content, but, you know) and it directly correlates to his character inspiration in which he finds value and a reason to be on stage due to the experiences he spent with hyuna, just like how his character inspiration finds value in their story of origin through experiences spent with others.

Singing makes Hyuna feel free, and through Hyuna, Luka attempts to find freedom and independence through singing as well, though the results are debatable as it seems he doesn’t inherently enjoy singing, but the feeling of closeness it allows him to feel for Hyuna and the privilege it brings him.

hyuna’s feelings for him at this point is hard to succinctly place on tenterhooks, as she was a character kept private and secret for much of the run, but i do think that she had fledging affection for him for several of the reasons i mentioned (re: the purposeful and conscious spent with him over others; the decision to spend time with both luka and hyunwoo and seemingly split her attention between them as they seem to fight when she’s not around, as in the supplementary comic hyunwoo only calls for Hyuna’s attention rather than calling for them both; once again taking Luka’s side when luka provokes others; the memory that sparks her panic is one of them being close—her playing with his hair while he looks at her.)

It is difficult for me to talk about hyuna’s feelings when there is so little about her known, I do feel like much of it will be my interpretation so please forgive the conjecture.

Personally, I believe that Hyuna viewed her love of others through her love for hyunwoo. She took on a maternal role for her brother which spreads through her interactions with others even if she acts like a wild auntie nowadays. I believe she took Luka’s side over Hyunwoo’s because she thought Hyunwoo should treat Luka more carefully since she had expected him to be more responsible to a child that seemed weak and delicate in comparison to Hyunwoo. I believed she split her attention between them both as Hyunwoo seemed to rely on her for her attention as much as luka did (re: only calling for her when he wanted to show off the space beetle.) and had acted as a bridge between them, despite them seemingly not having the best relationship—she could have always cut luka off when hyunwoo had grown frustrated with him, but again, she divided her time between them and had spend moments with them both apart and together because she had cared deeply for them both.

Since she viewed her relationships through her love of hyunwoo, she could not differentiate her feelings for luka being different or starting to develop as something different because she did not treat that as a possibility with her stubbornly placing herself in that motherly role—which is why things like Luka’s possessive statements had the red flags ignored then seemingly encouraged with petting and praise due to being flattered by his close attention.

And since luka is implied to have been artificially created, hyunas nature was something he found soothing and comforting (see: no longer self soothing after she had touched him) before the nature of his feelings changed as well, though his feelings changed sooner than hers did.

— Season 49 and present day: regardless of how hyunwoo died*, it is possible hyuna’s misery and potential feelings of guilt and regret give him a modicum of control over her—even after hyunwoo is dead, she’s going to need to live with luka all the way until season 49 starts and she escapes. she’s still going to have years and years of staying with him and having him cling to her or remind her what happened and she has been affected as a result (her looking so muted and sad when depicted prior to her escape, or having less vibrant expressions compared to all in; her potentially starting to smoke to deal with stress). he has, essentially, ruined her so thoroughly they’ll find his face carved into the darkest part of her heart and that’s sign of her thinking of him, and there’s ownership in that as well. i think the part in sweet dream where they show up and she’s hovering a knife over him while he’s holding her hip implies that he’d genuinely be delighted if she tried to kill or hurt him back, because that’s more proof that she’s still under his control. *While it is normally agreed that Luka’s actions caused Hyunwoos death, there is still contention as to what happen or led up to it, as some people from the start believe when Hyuna had pulled them apart, Hyunwoo hit his head (while originally theorized on the all in YT comments, it gained traction with the doodle comic as additional evidence for later on, but it’s been theorized since all in came out [while I have screenshots, I do not have the source for the original YT comment, magratbastard on Twitter has a great thread on it) or that Hyunwoo had just landed badly when luka pushed him off. Therefore I am using vague phrasing here as what happened is not agreed on in a unified manner as we lack context.

At this point in time hyuna is actively haunted by thoughts of hyunwoo, but seems that she’s conflicted about luka and battles her unhappiness, disgust, and past positive feelings under a vein of apathy, but seemingly falters (sweet dream) due to lingering attachment or being unable to truly know what happened that day, which leads to her passively allowing him near her despite her distaste. she needs to live with him and remember that he was involved in her brothers death, and that he is attached to her for some reason, and that displays itself in a way that could be taken as romantic.

In supplemental art where he is giving her a massage, unlike fighting or squirming away like till does with ivan, hyuna seems to reluctantly acquiesce to his touch despite seeming awkward about it (for many reasons). it seems to resemble parts of all in, and sweet dream—haunted by him, but is determined to shut out her feelings and move past him in order to benefit others (re: singing at the club; her surrounded by robots and his image, only moving forward and away from them in awe when mizi fights for her) seems to have settled into a more uncharitable view of him but still trips up when confronted with thoughts of him and actively fights his memory and positive association with him because she still can’t truly push him and thoughts of him away.

Note: as children in the garden are indoctrinated to think that singing while dying allows you to go to the in universe equivalent of a heaven, her feelings of being haunted by hyunwoo may be exacerbated by that indoctrination, even if she doesn’t believe in it anymore. May possibly be reluctant to kill luka due to three things: this, past affection for him, or feeling the value of other humans for the sake that they are human, despite not wanting him in her life. — present day: Romh, all in, love and peace, sweet dream cover:

ROMH: ruler of my heart is a song that was created prior to season 50 and is implied to have been written about Hyuna. I wrote my thoughts on it here: https://x.com/8bitdetective/status/1745091500789076201

SWEET DREAM: sweet dream generally parallels the luka and Hyuna’s story lyric wise, as luka and sua are diametrically opposed contrasts in their approaches to love and ‘self(ish/ness)’.

I made a rough comparison here: https://x.com/8bitdetective/status/1745110121108168870

hyuna and mizi are mirrors in how they live their lives, similar, I believe sua and luka mirror each other as well.

hyuna and mizi are both people who have experienced love prior to meeting their respective others and having happy experiences with their family—mizi was loved by her owners, who had gifted her toys and sent her off in tears, and in return she loved them as well—mizisua is a video about the people mizi has loved, who have ‘abandoned’ her, and I believe this was also her realization that her family left her alone to participate in a death game, the same way sua had consciously sacrificed herself despite not knowing what may happen in the future.

hyuna had also been given and received familial love in the form of hyunwoo, and that had been her everything. these are both people who had been secure in their love and therefore had love to share, and both luka and sua were addicted to that healthy affection—however luka seemingly refused to let anyone but hyuna in and has never willing spent time with anyone but hyuna, focusing all his feelings on hyuna and ‘the person who is intruding on his time with hyuna’ that he was jealous of—luka, being older than hyuna, was probably set in his ways and didn’t see a need to change, as such change would lead to detrimental effects on his life elsewhere. he did not change, nor did he want to—why would he have to, when hyuna would seemingly always take his side and put him before even her brother? instead, he selfishly wanted hyuna to have her world narrowed to only him, he wanted to own her and I believe wanted her to choose to ‘own’ him as well.

meanwhile sua was willing to spend time with others and talk to them, while mizi was her most important person, mizi wasn’t the only person in the world and mizi had allowed the universe to expand around them, and such varied experiences of being around people had allowed sua to develop a healthier relationship and way of thinking—even if she had become childish and jealous of till at points, she did not try and steal mizis from his company and allowed her to have her own friends, and then was allowed to make her own connections with ivan (as contentious as it may be at time) and had become a person who was more socially conscious and well adjusted compared to luka.

LOVE & PEACE: depending how you look at it, LOVE&PEACE can reference both luka and hyunwoo at the same time, or either/or. For this, I’ll mainly talk about how it can possibly apply to Luka.

if you consider sweet dream to also be applicable to his character, luka says the morning (hyuna, who is compared to the sun) won’t come for him, but to hyuna even if time marches on and she can find the sun (new experiences) it still feels like she’s fumbling in the night (Luka) after everything, because luka is always associated with the night and darkness and hyuna being his brightness, feeling trapped by lukas influence even if she’s mentally aware she’s not under his thumb anymore, because he always pops into her mind.

while luka was her friend, hyunwoo was the other half of her heart—no matter what luka did, it doesn’t change that hyunwoo is apart of her, that he’s still inside her as her blood, and that’s something luka can never take away. That’s the interpretation I got from the cover art, at least. every time she bleeds, he’ll be split on her skin and that is something she will always have to live with, and something she always has to acknowledge being stolen from her.

This also contrasts their ways of loving: luka wants hyuna for herself and lives for the sake of having her, but hyuna lives in order to express her love for hyunwoo by rebelling against the system that has taken her brother away from her, and to keep loving hyunwoo and for that sincerity to reach him someday—to live on for the part of her that couldn’t, despite seemingly not taking good care of her body by drinking, smoking, and getting hurt on her rebel mission. She’s a character that claims to live for herself while taking care of others (again, contrasting with luka who lives for others while taking care of his own self preservation.)

Because Hyuna is a character that constantly thinks of others, she can’t forgive herself when she thinks of Luka fondly, or that she still has memories of them being affectionate after everything, even as she confesses in LOVE&PEACE that she didn’t think the ‘night’, the peace and safety she felt in the garden in the times spent with him, would be stolen from her and would have her reevaluate everything about him.

— re: the kiss

luka is a character with no control or autonomy in his life, he is chronically ill and he is consistently put in high stress situations that he doesn’t enjoy being in. luka is a character who is meant to be subservient and obedient to his owners and ‘betters’ while being treated like a showdog for a majority of his life for his own appearance, in an interview, he mentions ‘being made to sing in a variety of situations to be made sure that he can sing perfectly at any time’ and is someone who is meant to control his own heartbeat consistently and manually. He’s always hunched in and doing things like sucking on his sleeve are traits of neurodivergence and abused/highly stressed children (to which he only stops when hyuna pets him long enough) which reads as him being poorly or under socialized.

I believe he thought that hyuna wouldnt have reacted badly as she had always reacted positively to other things he has done (openly claiming ownership of her or when she takes his side, earnestly as seeing his questions and giving him physical affection) and had showed that she had prioritized him over everyone else. Luka is a character who is calculative and doesn’t do anything unless the move works in his favor, he’s made to be hyunas diametric opposite in that way, which is why he picks on hyunas brother to get him to lash out, to see if she will put him first.

I do not believe* have made a move if he didnt think there was an investment there, because that would risk losing her, and luka has always been someone who has ‘known his place’ and what he has to gain and lose. Even if there was not ‘love’ there, he had probably expected some positive reciprocal action.

*on the case that lukas actions were out of impulse, i think it would be spurred by insecurity and envy. while luka and hyuna hold mutual respect for one another, he does get annoyed when she calls him cute and reminds her that he’s older, despite always going to her when hyunwoo hits him back for her defense. if this wasn’t a gesture that was calculated, it was most likely one used to have her categorized as as something other than something to just be taken care of as the nature of his feelings started to change.

i believe the collar is used to track—rather than negative emotion—level of emotional intensity or dysregulation, which may correlate with heartrate but wouldn't always? for example, there’s supplementary art of mizi and sua that shows sua getting flustered at the sight of mizi’s body, which usually wouldnt indicate discomfort but rather suggests a sudden fluctuation in emotional state, if that makes sense, meanwhile since till is often shown with a green collar around mizi despite being shown heavily flustered when thinking about her, since he’s a very intense person that kind of status would be normal on him, however since sua is a very low intensity person, her red light signals an abnormality.

I think Hyuna’s light changed because she was startled, this was something that was new to her and an out of character action for luka. I do not think she expected him to kiss her as these things would not be on her mind as she has always given priority to others.

In the days that followed it is likely that hyuna had decided to put space between them and luka had ached for her attention again after startling her, and probably decided to get it again in a way that seemed to work over and over again probably provoking hyunwoo (either seeking him out or letting him come to luka and seeing a chance) and getting into a fight with him in hopes that hyuna would defend him, knowing that he was weak and sickly, however hyunwoo had died in the process and that had driven the rift further, if that makes sense?

Luka also purposely provokes Mizi in ROMH, leading to him being protected by a stronger force who will protect him while playing victim—this potentially stemmed from repetition of Hyuna’s defensive behavior when he was young, and had continued using this technique until the present day.

Tldr: I don’t think luka understood that he came off as too aggressive at this point, regardless of what led up to the kiss, and that hyuna was startled being approached in a blatantly romantic way as, while she always liked him, she could not differentiate what made her feelings for him different from anyone else and it had shocked her

—comparing and contrasting ivan, sua, and lukas affection and actions:

luka, ivan and sua all start exhibiting quiet and subdued demeanors, characterized by introversion and a sense of resignation. they all appear passive and reserved in their interactions and behaviors which makes a contrast with the seemingly more assertive nature of the rest of the cast.

ivan, sua, and luka are all self(less/ish) in different ways, they all show different aspects of the weight of being saved by love and ‘marking’ their respective interests in different ways. — sua quietly plans her end and goes out with a smile, fulfilling mizis dream of singing with her while knowingly sabotaging herself with the hopes that mizi will live and remember her, even if she’s not there; ivan forcing himself onto till and choking him in order to lose and make sure till survives, despite having sneered at sua for the same thing; though luka, without a doubt, is the most selfish, as he has nothing but his feelings for hyuna and the stage that hyuna claimed made her feel free. their object of affections affect them by changing their perspectives and motivations in the future, and as a result they’ve been changed and they changed the person who became their object of affection.

all three start the same their respective apathy for life until meeting their assigned partner, but while the former two set aside their lives for love, luka cannot let her go because that is probably his only proof of ‘self’.

first we have sua, who appears to have given up on life, living a subservient existence without expectations of a better chance at life or ever breaking the norm, full of resignation and apathy but the moment Mizi enters the scene, it's like her life is something worth living, like the colors, smells and all of her senses suddenly come to life, she starts becoming more open and expressive infatuated by Mizi's carefree existence—she becomes envious and emotional, she starts to smile brightly, and due to these experiences sua believes she's lived what she thought was worth living, and now what's truly important was preserving Mizi's existence, as life was not worth even being in without her god and the person who had made everything animated. Sua was only able to enjoy ‘living’ with her company, though she had still ‘selfishly’ marked mizi in a way where she’d never forget her.

then we have Ivan, who possibly attempted to unsuccessfully escape his caretaker as he was shortly captured back up again leading to him having a very similar sense of resignation but with a glimpse of mundane contempt. life isn't necessarily worth living but it's also not worth losing, it is comfortable enough even if just as lifeless as it had always been. however this changes when till makes a scene and not just once but multiple times- making him infatuated by the constant refusal of the conformity he had deeply fallen into. this sparked interest and curiosity in ivan who had until then, had nothing to ‘live’ rather than to ‘survive’ for until he met someone with the qualities he lacked—and those are qualities he wanted to have preserved as well, even if he had to hurt till by forcing a kiss on him as a tool for assured survival, and die in front of him, ‘inflicting’ his emotions onto him. Luka’s emotions come from a desire to have and to own due to being taken care of conditionally (due to his looks and talent) and seemingly being treated like a toy. there seems to have been a mental separation between him and other children that excluded Hyuna because she either was able to nurture him in a genuine way that he lacked the support of elsewhere AND she was able to catch his attention in ways that other people could not—whether it was due to her singing talents, her natural charisma that seemed to make her suitable to be a rebel leader, or, similarly to ivan, he was curious after spending close proximity to her due to the time he was forced to spend with other kids that brought him to her and had become curious about someone who seemed to be his diametric opposite, but still had the maturity to realize that she was a prisoner under anakt; however, unlike ivan, luka was not content just watching and provoking reactions out of hyuna, he wanted to own them as well and keep them all to himself- and once again, harming the object of his affection by forcing intimate proximity, and then leading to hyunwoos death.

if ROMH is written about hyuna (which it likely is) then all three share the sentiment of ‘I want the person i love to live’, though lukas sentiment has the caveat of *‘with me’. ivan was always aware that his feelings were not reciprocal, and had contented himself by watching and being in his presence. sua had mizi’s love and affection, and then was willing to be ‘let go’ and die loved. luka can not be happy just observing hyuna, nor does he want to let go or be let go—theyre all very different aspects of love being displayed, and i believe luka and hyuna have a lot of complexities and depth to them that make them appealing even outside of what’s on the surface! theyre all very different aspects of love being displayed!! its really interesting! It’s a really fascinating and intricate dynamic… tldr its neat!

#Mbbbaf #alnst #lukahyuna #hyuluka

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pls make a yandere rei fic, from a sports setting

Injured.

YANDERE REI X MALE READER

The ache in Rei's knee was a constant phantom throb, a cruel echo of the roar of the crowd that once cheered her name. Her once-pristine apartment mirrored the emptiness within her. Gone were the trophies, the motivational posters, replaced by a suffocating silence broken only by the relentless tick of the clock and the gnawing emptiness in her gut.

Her fall from grace had been swift and brutal. A misplaced landing, a sickening crack, and suddenly, the golden girl of Korean gymnastics was yesterday's news. The agency, once hovering like a pack of vultures, had become ghosts, their calls replaced by a chilling silence. Only Y/n, her ever-optimistic manager, remained a constant.

Y/n, with his perpetually rumpled suits and sunshine smile, was a lifeline in the storm. He brought her takeout on bad days, meticulously researched alternative therapies, and held onto the belief in her comeback with a fervor that mirrored her own, fading hope. He saw the fire in her eyes that others deemed extinguished, a flicker that warmed a tiny corner of her desolate heart.

But hope, like a fragile butterfly, was a delicate thing. The agency's silence spoke volumes. They were dangling her over another agency, a rising star named Minji. Beautiful, talented, and the daughter of a media mogul, Minji was everything Rei was not - a living, breathing embodiment of everything that had been stolen from her.

A cold dread coiled in Rei's stomach, a serpent awakening from a long slumber. The thought of losing Y/n, the only person who saw beyond the shattered athlete, was a terror that eclipsed the physical pain in her knee. The once fragile butterfly of hope morphed into a monstrous, possessive creature, its wings a chilling black.

The following days were a whirlwind of calculated actions fueled by a twisted cocktail of love, despair, and a chilling intelligence that had always lurked beneath Rei's dazzling smile. She delved into Minji's life, a spider meticulously weaving a web. Training schedules, social media habits, even the brand of protein bars Minji favored - everything became a weapon in Rei's warped arsenal.

One rainy night, the meticulously planned "accident" unfolded with horrifying efficiency. A strategically placed puddle, a shadowed figure, and a sickening crunch. Minji's scream, swallowed by the downpour, was a macabre symphony to Rei's twisted sense of justice.

With Minji sidelined, the agency, desperate to avoid a PR nightmare, revoked Y/n's transfer. Relief washed over him, tinged with a growing unease about Rei's sudden manic cheerfulness and the cloying sweetness of the lilies that now seemed to fill every corner of her apartment.

"Rei?" Y/n's voice was a tremor as he entered the apartment one evening. "Where have you been?"

She emerged from the shadows, a chilling smile playing on her lips. The once sterile apartment was now a shrine to her twisted love. Pictures of them, stolen from his social media, adorned the walls. News clippings about Minji's "accident" lay scattered on the coffee table, their bold headlines screaming of misfortune.

"Taking care of some… inconveniences," she purred, her voice a chilling caress. Her touch, once comforting, sent shivers of dread down his spine.

"You're mine now, Y/n," she whispered, her voice a terrifying melody. "We'll be happy together. Far, far away from everyone."

Tears welled up in Y/n's eyes, but they were not tears of relief. He was trapped, a prisoner not of chains, but of a love as beautiful as it was terrifying. As Rei bundled him into a waiting car, the lilies seemed to mock him with their oppressive fragrance. He wasn't going to a happy ending, but to a gilded cage, ruled by a love as beautiful as a serpent and as deadly as a nightshade bloom.

Days turned into weeks, then months. The world outside faded away, replaced by the confines of a secluded cabin nestled deep in the woods. The initial terror Y/n felt slowly morphed into a suffocating routine. Every day was a carefully orchestrated performance - forced smiles, shared meals, and nights spent under the watchful gaze of Rei's increasingly erratic behavior.

The once vibrant fire in her eyes had morphed into something cold and calculating. Gone was the athlete, replaced by a woman consumed by a possessive love that bordered on obsession. She'd meticulously recreated Y/n's old life within the confines of the cabin - a gym stocked with outdated equipment, a makeshift therapy pool, even a shrine dedicated to her "comeback."

The charade, however, began to crumble. The equipment gathered dust, the therapy pool remained unused, and the "comeback" shrine became a constant reminder of the life stolen, not just from Rei, but from Y/n. The yearning for his old life, the connection to the world outside, gnawed at him like a starving beast. He started leaving coded messages in online forums for athletes, desperate pleas for help disguised as motivational quotes.

One day, while "training" on the rusty equipment, Y/n noticed a loose screw on the weight bench. A spark of defiance flickered in his eyes. It was a long shot, a gamble, but it was his only hope. He spent the next few days subtly manipulating the screw, hoping for a catastrophic failure.

His chance came during one of their "therapy sessions" in the pool. With a practiced smile, Y/n lifted some weights. The loose screw gave way, sending the bench crashing down. Pain erupted in his shoulder, a scream ripped from his throat. Rei, startled by the noise, rushed to his side.

"What happened?" she shrieked, fear momentarily extinguishing the cold glint in her eyes.

Y/n, clutching his injured shoulder, saw his opportunity. "Help… help me get my phone," he gasped, feigning unconsciousness.

Rei, momentarily blinded by panic, scrambled to grab his phone. It was on the coffee table, lying open on a familiar athlete forum. Her eyes widened in horror as she read the cryptic message Y/n had left earlier that day: "Sun sets at 7:30. Help needed. West cabin, Maple Ridge."

The panic in her eyes turned to a chilling fury. Y/n, his heart hammering in his chest, knew he'd made a fatal mistake. Rei's smile, returning this time with a monstrous edge, sent a shiver down his spine.

"Looks like we need a new routine, Y/n," she whispered, her voice laced with a dangerous sweetness. "One that doesn't involve disobedience."

As the sun dipped below the treeline, casting long shadows across the cabin, Y/n knew the nightmare was far from over. He had ignited a spark of defiance, but at what cost? He was trapped in a twisted love story, a prisoner in a gilded cage with a predator who now knew he was prey. The fight for his freedom, and perhaps his life, had just begun.

#ive rei #rei #ive rei icons #ive starship #female athletes #kpop #kpop x reader #kpop x y/n #x male reader #beautiful #apreciation post #update #yandere #yandere roleplay #yandere blog #yandere stories

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sorensolsikke · 2 months ago

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this is me in details btw. i have drawn a reference sheet. if anyone cares?

this is my dragonkin's look, and it felt awesome to work on the details. maybe maybe i have spent too much time on an easy little reference sheet (10 hours), but i just COULDN'T not make it aesthetic.

so me in detail!

i am from one half of a twin exoplanet called Magna Soror ("big sister"), from a solar system called Familia, not too far from here. the system's star is Avia ("grandmother"), and is more or less like our Sun, although significantly older. the Familia system is pretty stable and safe, featuring also a gas giant called Avunculus ("uncle"), and a small planet orbiting the star close and backwards, named Frater (brother).

Magna Soror's twin is Parum Soror. their system was probably formed when Parum crashed into the bigger planet, tossing it out from its previous, more avarage looking track. enormous bodies of water can be found on both of the planets, but in terms of proportion, Parum has the lead. its environment is far more unified than magna's, and more resembling Earth.

Magna Soror is an unusually big planet of rock. its environment is quite extreme due to its size, rotation around the Avia, and the frequent solar eclipses and floods caused by Parum. the life on the planet is breathtakingly diverse, and also cyclic, as it has to adapt to to the everchanging climate throughout the year (which year is around 11 times of Earth's). in spite of its quirks, Magna Soror is an excellent planet for the blossoming life, requiring such unity (instead of competition) between species that is unknown on planet Earth.

one of the most dominant group of species there are the dragons. i am one of them, traveled here with a group of my companions. we consider everything to be our brothers and sisters here on Earth, as we have never seen a planet so familiar to ours before.

here on Earth, my ideal habitats are around the fjords and pine forests of norway. these are the most similar to my home on Magna Soror.

standing on two feet, i am slightly smaller than an avarage human, tho this pose hurts my spine.

my whole lenght from nose to end of tail is 3.6 meters, although more than half of that lenght is my tail (used for maneuvering). my wingspan is over 4 meters.

i have a broad chest, narrow waist, and four short legs, back ones are longer and even more muscular than front ones. i am nimble, but not really a fast runner, and a great jumper – which is needed as i have a hard time getting up into the air. i need to run before and jump forcefully to take off, or i need to climb high and start glinding.

my paws are big, elongated. forth finger is facing backwards, therefore it's great for climbing. i have fins between my fingers, which makes me a great swimmer, but worsens my running abilities. my claws cannot be retracted.

i mostly eat fish (or on my home planet, fish-like creatures), and i hunt like aquatic birds of prey, flying over the water and diving in to catch my prey. when the water freezes, i hunt animals between the sizes of a rabbit and a deer calf. things like oysters, shrimps, smaller octopuses and berries are beloved treats of mine.

ideally, i swallow in whole, as i don't have teeth for gnawing. however, i have four fangs, four so-called abutment teeth and twenty-four small teeth.

i don't have fur to keep me warm, but i do have some fire breathing abilities. in my throat, i bear with a pair of flint organs that i can crush together by pulling the muscles in my throat, so to create sparks. with these sparks, i am able to light up fires, for example out of wood, to keep me warm, or to defend myself from attacks.

my scales and skin are fireproof. i shred them regularly.

i have a deep blue color, but white stomach and wings. my camouflage works like great white sharks' in water. in snow, i can hide under my white wings.

thorns are both for protection and for finding a mate.

i am a social creature, i love my flight (pack) a lot and would do anything for them. tho i mostly hunt and nest alone, until i can do it with my mate.

i can't roar or purr, but i have a weird noise that resembles crushing gravels, i have some squeeks, and a soft, melody like gurgling noise.

my eyesight is spectecular, and i have a special eyelid for seeing underwater, tho i definitely see colors differently than humans. my hearing is reliable. my sense of smell is very very good. i have nostrils, and can also smell with my tongue underwater.

that's all about me in facts. i'll soon make some more art about my dragonform, but i was so excited to show this!!!

anyways, i hope you'll have a great day, please don't forget to drink water and stay safe<3

#alterhuman #otherkin #dragon #therian community #dragonkin #nonhuman #speculative biology #art #artists on tumblr #theriotype

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that-damn-fouth-chaosemerald · 5 months ago

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May I request fluffy and romantic headcanons for protective Eclipse (Sun and Moon Show/Lunar and Earth Show) with a clingy female reader with she/her pronouns? <3 please and thank you! Have a lovely day ❤️

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Well of course you can! I'm more than happy to write about Eclipse! ^-^

I just adore him! <3

Thank you for requesting and have a wonderful day you too! ❤

×❢ About my work ❢×

fluff, he/they pronouns for Eclipse, fem! Reader, literally no warnings, Eclipse is just being protective about his partner

Requested by: @ssunnybee

Fandom: The Sun and Moon Show

Character(s): Eclipse, You| (Y/N) |The Reader, Dark Sun (mentioned), Bloodmoon (mentioned), Ruin (mentioned), Sun (mentioned), Moon (mentioned), Earth (mentioned)

Ship(s): Eclipse / Reader

Form: Headcanons

[The artwork is not mine! The credit goes to @//kiwi_artz!]

𝑹𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒄 𝒉𝒄𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆 𝑬𝒄𝒍𝒊𝒑𝒔𝒆 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒄𝒍𝒊𝒏𝒈𝒚 𝒇𝒆𝒎! 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅𝒆𝒓

• WAIT- before we begin I just want to congratulate about you managed to brought him into a relationship! Good job homie! Okay, no we can start it:

• There are some times that Eclipse gets jealous, however, your health is more important to him than his stupid feelings. Don't get me wrong, he gives you freedom, he won't overreact and he isn't paranormal. It's nothing toxic.

• However, he can get a little overprotective. I mean- do you blame him? Many people left him and betrayed him. He would be alone again without you. He is so happy and greatful that you're here, he doesn't want to lose you (or you to leave him). He also knows that this dimension has a lot of trouble and danger. He just wants to make sure of your safety...

• He usually doesn't let you go on missions. If he does, then he'll be very stubborn to come with you.

• "Leave this one for Sun and Moon, okay? You don't need to be there, hon."

• Also, I don't really recommend to go missions without telling him. You can lose a lot of his trust for you.

• He's not an outgoing guy. He mostly spends his time in his lab, around Earth or in the house of yours two.

• But when it comes to you, he'll be right beside you. (Dude he is in whole f-cking body guard mod/jk) Ruin and Bloodmoon are currently out somewhere and they already kidnapped and hurt others. Do you think it's safe for you to just walk alone around the pizzaplex? No. And don't forget about Dark Sun.

• He's willing to do everything for you. He'll even die like for the fifth time if he has to.

• He often ignores his feelings and he's sarcastic at times, but honestly this just makes him more entertaining.

• "Why did you came after me, Eclipse? I just went to buy a drink."

"Why? Because you didn't came back in atleast 10 minutes and you didn't answer my calls either! That's why! Now let's go back, I have drinks stored away."

• Also, now that I've mentioned calls, don't forget to check his messages! I think Eclipse would be that kind of boyfriend who needs to know where their partner's at. You got home safely? You're stopping by some shop? You'll hang out with someone? Please send a message to him!

• If you're on a trip, he'll call you often and and he'll probably won't be able to stop himself from saying that how muh he missed you (please say it back to him). Also, he might become a bit cuddly and touchy too! Oh, and he'll be very upset if he can't go with you, but he won't show that.

"Aww, were you worried for me this much? You're cute!" You said as you gave him small kisses. He didn't react anything, however, you couldn't ignore the sounds of his fans made — they're probably turning faster to keep Eclipse cool.

"Yeah?! I would gladly see how you would handle it if I was gone!" Eclipse spoke between the kisses as he wrapped his arms around your hips, pulling you more close to him. He clearly missed you, and he just couldn't live without the feeling of your small body against his anymore.

• He doesn't like socializing that much and he is more than tensed if random strangers start to chat with you. He'll become extremely upset and angry if the person doesn't want to leave you alone and they just keep bothering or start to touch your body without your permission. He'll most likely try to keep you close and frown at the person. *sigh* Why they have to be such a creeps...

(At the end please tell him he did good and you feel safer now!)

• He'll come with you, if you take night walks

• If there's something or someone that makes you uncomfortable to come out, he'll more than happy to take you by your hand and reside you

• Like I said, he usually calls you instead of watching you by cameras wherever you go, but if you're at the pizzaplex, where cameras all around the place, he'll use them. Don't get me wrong, he won't stalk you, however he checks them every now and then.

• Since the reader is clingy, I don't think he would mind your clinginess. He loves you very much and he wants to show it.

• However, do not take it too far! If you become too obsessed with him, he won't like that. He wants to be loved like a person, and not being treated by some occupied creep.

Please respect him, and show him affection and patience!

#x reader #eclipse x reader #eclipse x y/n #tsams #the sun and moon show #sams #sun and moon show #tsams eclipse #sams eclipse #sun and moon show eclipse

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a-d-nox · 1 year ago

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it was my birthday yesterday: predicting my 23rd year based on my solar return chart

i think this is fun to do, so feel free to comment or reblog what you think will happen this year to me based on my chart, while i make my own predictions for my solar return chart. feel free to treat this as a solar return observation post! perhaps next year i will come back and see if my predictions were correct!

first things first i have to point out this is a 2023/2024 chart i always get funny looks for this but hi i turned 23 on october 27th, 2023 (this year my solar return starts the 28th because of the eclipse - i suspect) why would i look at a 2024 solar return that takes place october 27th, 2024 - i would be 24 then? so from this point on EVEN WHEN WE ARE IN 2024 i will be referring to the 2023 chart for the solar return year. make sure you verify your stuff before looking at your solars.

1H IN LIBRA AT 12° (contains: scorpio sun and narcissus (37117))

prediction: there is likely to be a relational focus this year and with venus (the house ruler) in the 12h it is likely to be with myself (what us my relationship with my self? how can i better treat myself? etc). my diplomacy skills are likely not going to be the best as i look at the 10h/11h, what is sitting in those houses, and that pisces degree on my 1h... with my scorpio sun present in the house, it is likely that it will be obvious that i trust no one this year (people may suspect that i only trust myself - they could feel as though i look down on them or think little of them). my sun is opposite my moon so i might feel a bit disconnected from myself... with my sun in the 1h, i will likely have a super intense vibe (not that i don't already) but in a way that seems like magnetism because it is a libra 1h? like drawing others in? i do feel like this year is going to be the sort where i am discovering who i am and who i want to be (i just have to make sure it doesn't get out of hand with the sun and narcissus (especially with his conjunction to my sun, mercury, and mars) present).

2H IN SCORPIO AT 9° (contains: scorpio mercury, mars, and kassandra (114) AND sagittarius educatio (2440) and pythia (432))

prediction: what an interesting mix of stuff i have here... money makes the world go round this year i guess. my mercury is at 9° and my mars is at 11° - can i just cry a little...? bro wtf is bitcoin and why do i feel like i am gonna get into the world of online investing...? the coupling of these two planets (especially mars as the 2h ruler) makes me feel as though i will be making money and spending it or moving it relatively quick so that i can't use it? i say "i can't use it" because my mars opposes jupiter which makes me think of compounding interest like a CD... anywho, i am a money wizard? i have kassandra and pythia here, so i feel like i will probably make investments and use my money in unexpected ways (kassandra makes me think of emergency funds OR bad financial contracts though). i also have educatio here so at least i will be learning more about financial literacy plus i do think with mercury i will be extremely interested in learning more about finances. and with mars... it might just become a new passion of mine... aside from money, while i am likely to continue a lot of giving and receiving of knowledge this next year on social media (mercury things), there is a danger to the realm of social media... ESPECIALLY with mars present and both mercury and mars conjunct my sun then all three opposing jupiter... my self worth could take a hit which i do not look forward to.

3H IN SAGITTARIUS AT 10° (contains: sagittarius ambrosia (193), asclepius (4581), cupido (763), jormungandr (471926) rx, lev tolstoj (2810), and zeus (5731) AND capricorn aphrodite (1388) and chekhov (2369))

prediction: sagittarius and 10° for the 3h is giving "it's all fun and games until someone says/mentions ____". i have to be mindful of my mouth because while i am likely to make people feel alive with my words given ambrosia and asclepius in this house, i also have chekhov (where you want simplicity but receive drama), aphrodite, and jormungandr (where people try to end you - aka getting socially outcasted/cancelled) in the 3h... but lev tolstoj is here too so whatever i am saying that offends others or makes them mad is facts even though there is drama/gossip involved when i do say these things... the dangers of social media part 2? i feel like it may be romantic drama because zeus (i am not a zeus person because there are no aspects to the sun or asc - only a square is made from this asteroid to my venus), cupido, and aphrodite (and for aphrodite there are no aspects made to my inner planets this solar return - so it is definitely not me doing something sus like cheating) are here in the house too. i do have my suspicions as to what is happening already... and oh shiiii will it hurt because 10° is always a bit painful in my opinion. especially with the house ruler in the 8h... it just looks like emotional damage...

4H IN CAPRICORN AT 14° (contains: capricorn pluto, balder (4059), and bellerophon (1808)

prediction: a lot of my astro friends who see this chart are like "oh are you moving?" and i am like ABSOLUTELY NOT. like i literally just moved so no. unfortunately (i hate to be this person) i do believe a beloved family member (4h balder conjunct pluto and square moon) will be passing this year. even more unfortunate - i do not think it will be an easy death with bellerophon present because he was thrown from pegasus... and not to be super disgusting, but i do believe i will inherit something expensive and very material given the earthy grand trine formed by pluto, venus, and uranus. that being said i feel like i might neglect my mental health because pluto squares my moon - i might stopping going to therapy (currently i see a therapist regarding my childhood ptsd). i might regress into people pleasing behaviors because it is all that i will be able to control if someone in my family passes... which is not the healthiest for me.

5H IN AQUARIUS AT 17° (contains: pisces saturn, amor (1221) rx, and karma (3811))

prediction: this seems like a good mix for me achieving something big with writing/blogging. especially because saturn is the traditional ruler of aquarius and capricorn (which is home - the work i do from home, a side hustle). my outlook for romance is not too good with amor in retrograde in this house nor with freedom loving aquarius ruling this house. not to mention i feel like the world will be showing me something that will cause me to have a grudge against love (saturn) and karma will be dished out. this could also be a sign that my childhood trauma could be triggered again with saturn in the 5h too (great).

6H IN PISCES AT 17° (contains: pisces neptune rx, AND aries heracles (5143) rx and salacia (120347) rx)

prediction: i appreciate the that neptune is retrograde in this pisces house... last thing i wanted was for my health, routine, or hygiene to be confusing/frustrating, avoided, or to constantly be behind / running late / neglected. so this is fine by me. i might be obsessive with scheduling, health, and hygiene because jupiter (this house's other ruler) is in the 8h. it seems like the job hunt is at a standstill with heracles in retrograde - instead, i might get one great option that i take and stick to with given salacia in retrograde.

7H IN ARIES AT 12° (contains: aries nn, chiron rx, part of fortune, pandora (55) rx, and signe (459) rx AND taurus moon and vertex)

prediction: it's a toss up as to what all this could mean. i could find myself in a very emotionally charged connection (this is the eclipse moon after all) - with chiron rx it could be the healing of past wounds. the combination of vertex, part of fortune, and north node dictates that any relationship/partnership i find myself in could be extremely significant. with pandora here i feel like it might be unexpected where this relationship will come from. WITH SIGNE HERE i feel like some people may look down on who i this person is...

8H IN TAURUS AT 9° (contains: taurus jupiter rx and uranus rx)

prediction: oof not my 8h ruler in the 12h - what's that screaming i hear lol? maybe i will be afraid of change - i mean that because of the 12h venus and jupiter retrograde... the combination doesn't really express embracing change and the unknown, you know? the uranus retrograde makes me think i will be moving away from shared finances and working on managing my own money. i definitely believe it is for the best that i keep my opportunities to myself... i don't get the sense people will be supportive of my wins - i more so sense the envy of others from this house. i don't think i will be shocked by my successes, but i feel like others will not see it coming...

9H IN GEMINI AT 10° (contains: gemini midas (1981) AND cancer arachne (407) and odysseus (1143))

prediction: mmmm the contemplation to go back to school is real this coming year. it's weird because it might not be for my MFA? like the 9h midas sextile chiron is giving paralegal? nursing? idk but it's not feeling literary oriented... especially with cancer arachne present, i feel like that is nursing/medical-esque... alternatively, midas can be extreme change then add in odysseus, the traveler - i could be going on a trip that changes my life entirely.

10H IN CANCER AT 14° (contains: cancer ajax (1404), hannibal (2152), and loke (4862) AND leo agamemnon (911) and arthur (2597))

prediction: it's a REAL toss up how this house will manifest. i feel like sometimes people will love me and find my presence comforting and other times they will hate me and be annoyed by me. this is thanks to the moon ruler in the 7h... and ajax (who squares my chiron)... and agamemnon (who squares my moon)... i say ajax because i think of my 3h this year - i am falling on my own sword in that regard for sure because not everyone will like what i have to say especially when it is likely to be true (3h sag is starting to remind me of a verbal burn). while people are likely to look up to me (10h arthur AND hannibal) or be forced to - because of my status, they are likely to despise me for what i say/said (7h moon AND mercury and jupiter (3h ruler) square arthur). meanwhile, it might not even be me who is the problem i just look like the bad guy for making it more apparent like loki (10h loke).

11H IN LEO AT 17° (contains: leo charybdis (388), helena (101), and hestia (46) AND virgo beowulf (38086), juno (3), lacrimosa (208), and silentium (2710))

prediction: i feel like my popularity is going to be a thing / where i am on the social status food chain (high up). but i don't believe i can trust anyone this year... i feel like i am likely to reach big social media milestones with beowulf in this house (and this house being in leo at 17°) - social media might even take over my life a little bit (11h charybis). i do feel like friendships will be very love hate with juno and hestia here - i am likely to be a moderator of sorts but with helena here i feel like someone is going to accuse me of being disloyal because of how i am likely to moderate without bias. i might find myself truly alone again this year because of it (11h lacrimosa and silentium).

12H IN VIRGO AT 17° (contains: virgo venus)

prediction: greatttt i thought we were passed this but i guess not.... looks like i still need to work on my self esteem... intuitively, i don't sense social media is going to be kind to me, and i really hope that doesn't mean here. like i am okay if it is instagram (that app is dying anyway) but like here and tiktok are my favorite apps to be in. when bullying is involved though and it is consistent, there is a limitation to that favoritism in which it becomes apprehension to stay for something like a social media in comparison to showing up for myself. there could also be delusions in romance with this set up - i could experience over thinking in a romantic connections with that 12h virgo venus too. karmic relationships are highly probable with this placement too. OR it could be an ex becoming an enemy too (unknown enemies my a$$)...

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Transformers: Animated: Shadows of Redemption-Seasons 1-2

Artwork and Fanfic AU by MelSpyRose

Story Description:

In the aftermath of Season 3 of Transformers: Animated, Megatron was put on trial and sentenced to life in prison before he and his Decepticons escaped with the Minicons under their mind control. Then Optimus Prime and the Autobots pursue Megatron as he escapes from Trypticon Prison with his Decepticons. Eventually, as our heroes and villains return to Earth, a new character is introduced. Orion Eclipse, a forgotten Decepticon, joins the Autobots and faces a shocking truth about his past as the battle for the Matrix of Leadership unfolds. In this fanfic of mine, "Transformers: Animated - Shadows of Redemption," Optimus Prime and his friends both old and new must navigate a treacherous path filled with self-discovery, forgiveness, and the unyielding pursuit of justice. Bonds are tested, alliances are forged, and the fate of the universe hangs in the balance as Optimus Prime and his allies strive to thwart Megatron's sinister plot and protect the Matrix from falling into the wrong hands. Amidst the clash of metal and the clash of loyalties, the concept of redemption takes center stage, reminding us that even amidst darkness, the light of hope can guide the way.

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SEASON 1

Chapter 1: The Hero of Cybertron

The story begins with a newsreel showcasing Optimus Prime and his team escorting the captured Megatron, Shockwave, and Lugnut through the streets of Iacon, greeted by cheering Autobots. Through interviews with Optimus, Bumblebee, Ratchet, Jazz, Arcee, and Bulkhead, the audience is reintroduced to these heroes and their newfound celebrity status.

Optimus Prime, now bearing the Magnus Hammer, remains humble. Bumblebee basks in admiration, Ratchet finds solace in being home, Jazz remains cool, Arcee struggles with memory loss, and Bulkhead feels overwhelmed by the attention. Their rise from space bridge repair bots to planetary heroes is likened to a Cybertronian Cinderella story, capturing the media's fascination.

The Autobot Council entrusts the next generation of Autobots to the Cyber Ninja Corps, led by Sensei Dai Atlas. However, Sentinel Prime publicly criticizes this decision. Optimus's unconventional crew includes Omega Supreme, a legendary doomsday weapon, and Sari Sumdac, a techno-organic humanoid, both causing unease among the Autobots.

Sentinel boasts about his achievements, particularly the Trypticon prison in the former Decepticon capital, where Decepticon prisoners are held. He downplays Optimus's accomplishments, insisting on the importance of crushing the enemy's spirit.

The narrative shifts to the solemn ceremony honoring Prowl, a fallen Cyber Ninja, led by Jazz. Sentinel arrives late and dismisses the ceremony, prompting Jazz to quit the Elite Guard. Optimus and his team plan to return the Magnus Hammer to Ultra Magnus, who, despite his injuries, declares Optimus as his successor. Ultra Magnus reveals that Optimus is the son of Solarguard and Thetas Prime, destined for greatness and to carry the legacy of the Thirteen Original Primes.

Sentinel, overhearing this, plans to thwart Optimus's ascension. Meanwhile, Zeta Maxus, an old friend, returns to Cybertron, learning of Ultra Magnus's condition and the pending decision about his successor. Sentinel informs Zeta of the situation, setting the stage for Zeta's homecoming and the unfolding challenges for the Autobots.

Chapter 2: Jealousy and Envy

On the bridge of Omega Supreme, Ratchet eagerly prepared for the reopening of McCadam's Old Oil House, while Arcee remained skeptical about the venue's suitability. Omega Supreme expressed his discomfort about fitting in, both socially and physically, due to his massive size, causing friction as they navigated Cybertron's streets.

At the bar, the Autobots, particularly Bumblebee, basked in their fame following their victory over Megatron. Tensions escalated when Sentinel Prime, bitter over Ultra Magnus favoring Optimus for leadership, instigated a bar fight, which Optimus quelled while Uplink broadcasted the chaos.

The next day, Sentinel Prime's frustration with the footage of his rescue by Optimus intensified his resolve to challenge Optimus's leadership. Zeta Maxus, a returning veteran, suggested creating a Power Master suit to assert Sentinel's claim. Meanwhile, Ratchet and Arcee's budding camaraderie was interrupted by Sentinel's orders to work on the armor project. Optimus, struggling with his new responsibilities, sought wisdom from Alpha Trion, who assured him of his destined role.

In Arcee's classroom, Sari Sumdac adapted to her Cybertronian education, with Arcee maintaining discipline. The arrival of Bulkhead and Bumblebee with Earth food provided a moment of levity and camaraderie, highlighting the blend of their cultures and the ongoing adjustments in their new world.

Chapter 3: The Offer

Sari is delighted to see her father, Professor Sumdac, on the viz screen as he reveals his investigation into mysterious crystalline formations in Detroit. Bulkhead identifies these as raw Energon, likely resulting from a reaction involving the Allspark Shield. Sari, with her growing Cybertronian knowledge, speculates about her unique origins when discussing a human-sized protoform found by her father. The Allspark, represented by Prowl's spirit, tells Sari that she is key to the future of Cybertron and Earth, showing her an image of a Cybertronian spark merging with human DNA.

Meanwhile, Sentinel Prime conspires against Optimus, seeking dirt to discredit him, while Bumblebee faces a moral dilemma after being offered a place in the Elite Guard in exchange for endorsing Sentinel. Sentinel manipulates Ironhide into spying on Optimus. Bulkhead, on the Energon Farm, finds Earth Energon far more potent but unsuitable for cultivation on Cybertron.

Later, Sentinel Prime and Zeta Maxus discuss their ambitions and the potential use of Dark Energon as a weapon. Sentinel plans to secure his leadership and punish the Decepticons harshly, while Zeta supports his bid for power and suggests keeping Dark Energon hidden until needed. Their alliance aims to ensure Cybertron's victory amidst the ongoing conflict.

Chapter 4: The Trial of Megatron

In deep space, Beachcomber captains a cargo ship transporting Energon, lamenting the job's boredom until Decepticon Blackout attacks, drains his life, and hijacks the ship. Meanwhile, on Cybertron's moon, Decepticons led by General Obsidian raid an Energon farm, damaging Bulkhead and stealing Energon.

In the Omega Lab, Sentinel Prime demands completion of the Power Master armor, foreseeing an imminent Decepticon threat. At the Cybertronian Central Infirmary, tensions rise as Bumblebee accepts Elite Guard stripes from Sentinel, causing a rift with his team. Sentinel interrogates a captive Megatron at Trypticon prison, extracting false information about a Decepticon base.

Sentinel leads an assault on the moon of Charr with the Power Master suit, only to find the base deserted. Bumblebee saves the mission by disabling Sentinel's malfunctioning suit. Optimus and his team defend the Energon farms against a Decepticon invasion, aided by Cyber Ninjas. They manage to thwart the attack, preserving Cybertron's Energon supply.

During Megatron's trial, Sentinel's initial strategy fails, and he seeks Optimus' team to testify against Megatron. Bumblebee faces moral conflict over Sentinel's request to undermine Optimus. In the lab, Zeta Maxus experiments with Dark Energon, envisioning its use to empower Sentinel and eliminate Optimus.

Sentinel's plans culminate in a trial to secure his position as Magnus, while Zeta's dark experiments and machinations set the stage for future conflicts, aiming to reshape Cybertron's leadership and power dynamics.

Chapter 5: The Pursuit

In the high tribunal, Optimus Prime testifies about his encounter with Megatron, who attacked the Autobot ship, leading it to Earth. Sentinel Prime and Alpha Trion conduct the trial, with Rattletrap deferring his cross-examinations. Back at Trypticon prison, the Minicons overcome the guards and they and a shadowy figure (who controls them) plan a breakout for Megatron and the Decepticons. Megatron's minions retrieve their confiscated weapons and free their leader, who reveals his escape plan during the trial was a distraction.

As chaos unfolds in Trypticon, Sentinel Prime and Rattletrap are captured by Megatron and his forces. Megatron uses his Minicon language skills to control the Minicons. Sentinel warns of the prison's lockdown, but Megatron reveals his plan to transform Trypticon into a spaceship and escape, taking a large chunk of Cybertron with him, causing widespread destruction.

Optimus Prime leads a disaster response team on Cybertron, attempting to stabilize the situation and rescue survivors. Meanwhile, the Decepticon-controlled city-ship heads into space. In a confrontation, Megatron uses Rattletrap's raw Energon to supercharge Trypticon, enabling it to escape the pursuing Elite Guard.

Optimus and his team, aboard Omega Supreme, prepare to follow Megatron, with Bulkhead staying behind to help with the Cybertron disaster relief. As they transwarp towards Earth, the stage is set for a confrontation between the Autobots and Megatron's forces.

Chapter 6: Sentinel's Downfall

Sentinel's downfall began with his demotion from the Elite Guard and the Autobot High Council's decision to choose Optimus Prime as the next Magnus. Meanwhile, on Cybertron, Zeta Maxus delved into the forbidden realm of Dark Energon and harbored ambitions to manipulate the political landscape. Despite Sentinel's protests, Alpha Trion stood firm in his decision, recognizing Optimus Prime's humility and dedication as qualities worthy of leadership.

Sentinel's anger boiled as he felt betrayed and overlooked, while Zeta Maxus saw an opportunity to exploit his fury for his own sinister agenda. As Sentinel raged against the perceived injustice, Zeta Maxus lurked in the shadows, plotting a scheme to restore Sentinel's position and further his own ambitions.

In the dimly lit corridors of Iacon, Sentinel Prime's fury reached its peak, his resentment fueling his desire for retribution. Unbeknownst to him, Zeta Maxus listened, ready to offer a tempting proposition that would serve both their interests. With Sentinel's anger as his weapon and Zeta Maxus's cunning as his guide, a dangerous alliance was forged, setting the stage for a showdown that would shake Cybertron to its core.

Chapter 7: Autobot Newbies

In the bustling corridors of Metroplex, Optimus Prime and Bumblebee discuss the weighty responsibility of leadership thrust upon Optimus by the Autobot High Council. Despite his reservations, Optimus accepts the role of Magnus but remains focused on defeating Megatron before fully assuming the position. Bumblebee expresses understanding and reminds Optimus of his humility, while also highlighting the dangers posed by Megatron's quest for techno-organic Energon on Earth.

Meanwhile, Sentinel Prime seethes with bitterness over being passed over for leadership in favor of Optimus. He vents his frustration to Zeta Maxus, who manipulates Sentinel's resentment to further their own agenda. Zeta Maxus reveals plans for an ultimate weapon fueled by Dark Energon, stoking Sentinel's ambition and desire for revenge against Optimus.

In another part of Cybertron, Altair Comet, under the care of her surrogate guardians, prepares to leave for the Autobot boot camp to fulfill her dream of becoming an Autobot warrior like her mother. Despite concerns from her guardians, Altair sets out with determination. At the boot camp, she meets Smokescreen, and the two form a bond as they navigate the challenges and scrutiny of their drill sergeant, Sentinel Prime. Altair's resemblance to a past acquaintance of Sentinel's piques his curiosity, while her defiance against his authority sets the stage for conflict.

As Altair and Smokescreen face the trials of their training, Optimus Prime grapples with his newfound leadership role, Bumblebee offers support, and Sentinel Prime's resentment brews, setting in motion a series of events that will test the strength of their convictions and the bonds that unite them.

Chapter 8: Family Reunion

In the midst of the Autobot boot camp, Altair Comet and Smokescreen, along with their fellow cadets, undergo rigorous training under the watchful eye of Sentinel Prime. Enduring grueling exercises like transforming push-ups, they silently defy Sentinel's authority, aware that resistance would only lead to more consequences. Despite their determination, they know that they must rise to the challenge for the sake of the Autobot cause.

As Altair and Smokescreen progress through their training, they form bonds of camaraderie amidst the intensity. Meanwhile, a confrontation brews between Sentinel Prime and Optimus Prime, fueled by past grievances and power struggles.

Optimus's unexpected arrival at the camp reveals his long-lost daughter, Altair, sparking emotional reunions and revelations. The presence of Optimus adds a new dynamic to the training grounds, with tensions between him and Sentinel Prime adding to the already intense atmosphere.

Meanwhile, on Earth, Megatron utilizes Dark Energon to resurrect fallen Decepticons, including Lugnut, Blitzwing, and Shockwave. With their newfound strength and loyalty, Megatron plans to gather resources and build an army to conquer Cybertron, setting the stage for a looming conflict between the Autobots and Decepticons.

Chapter 9: Return to Earth

In the twilight of a distant star system, Optimus Prime and his daughter, Altair Comet, share a moment of familial tranquility amidst the echoes of an ancient conflict on Cybertron. Reflecting on the absence of Altair's mother and the sacrifices made, they stand united yet apart in their duties. Despite Altair's longing to join her father on adventures, Optimus insists she stay on Cybertron for her safety. Meanwhile, eager Autobot rookie, Smokescreen, seeks to join Optimus's team but is deemed not yet ready. Instead, Optimus entrusts Smokescreen with protecting Altair, offering him a different path to serve. Grateful, Smokescreen accepts the responsibility, promising to be Altair's protector in Optimus's absence.

As Omega Supreme prepares to transport Optimus Prime and Bumblebee back to Earth, their departure is interrupted by the unexpected arrival of their old friend, Bulkhead. Excited to reunite, Bulkhead announces his decision to rejoin their team and accompany them to Earth, motivated by the need to confront any threats posed by Megatron. Optimus and Bumblebee warmly welcome Bulkhead's return, reaffirming the strength of their friendship.

Meanwhile, at the Autobot boot camp, Altair Comet and Smokescreen undergo rigorous training under the watchful eye of Sentinel Prime. Sentinel, harboring resentment towards Optimus, is approached by Zeta Maxus with a sinister proposal to manipulate Altair into turning against her father. Tempted by the chance to reclaim control over his destiny, Sentinel agrees to Zeta's plan.

Sentinel begins implementing his scheme by approaching Altair with false kindness, offering to train her as his star pupil. Despite her initial skepticism, Altair reluctantly agrees, unaware of Sentinel's ulterior motives. As Altair hesitantly accepts Sentinel's offer, she unwittingly becomes entangled in a web of deception that threatens to fracture the bonds of trust among the Autobots.

In the vastness of space, aboard Omega Supreme, Optimus Prime, Bumblebee, and Bulkhead set course for Earth, determined to protect their home from the threat of Megatron and uncover the secrets of Techno-Organic Energon. Back on Earth, they reunite with allies at Sumdac Tower, where they meet Sari Sumdac, who seeks answers about her identity. Meanwhile, another group of Autobots, including Ironhide and Jazz, undergo rigorous training under Sentinel Prime, who harbors resentment towards Optimus. In a clandestine meeting, Sentinel Prime is persuaded by Zeta Maxus to manipulate Altair Comet, Ultra Magnus's daughter, against her father and towards his own ambitions.

Later, the Autobots plan a daring mission to Dinobot Island to access Megatron's lair. While exploring the island, they encounter a young Decepticon named Orion Eclipse, who suffers from amnesia. Despite initial doubts, Optimus Prime chooses to help him, believing in his potential for redemption. As they navigate the island's dangers, the Autobots must confront the uncertainty of Orion's past and the looming threat of Megatron's schemes.

Chapter 10: Back to the Motor City

As the Autobots journeyed across the rugged expanse of Dinobot Island, the enigmatic figure of Orion Eclipse occupied their thoughts, fostering a deepening bond among them. With Optimus Prime leading the charge, the decision to return to Detroit was made, prompting discussions about repairing Orion's memory loss. Despite the pragmatic concerns voiced by Ratchet, the team remained optimistic about finding a solution back at Sumdac Tower.

However, their plans were interrupted by the sudden arrival of the Dinobots, led by the formidable Grimlock. Despite Optimus Prime's attempts at diplomacy, Grimlock's rage, fueled by past grievances, led to a violent confrontation. As the tension peaked, the Autobots, with Orion Eclipse in tow, made a desperate dash for safety, pursued by both the Dinobots and a legion of hostile robot clones.

Amidst the chaos and the looming threat of destruction, the resolve of Optimus Prime and his team remained unyielding as they fought for survival and sought to protect their newfound ally. On Dinobot Island, the Autobots faced unexpected adversaries in the form of purple robot clones. Despite their readiness for battle, they were soon trapped by a rock slide triggered by the clones, forcing them to retreat to their ship. With Optimus Prime's decisive command, they escaped the island and sailed away, leaving the chaos behind.

Meanwhile, the Dinobots fought valiantly against the overwhelming numbers of the Vehicon clone troopers but were eventually subdued. Decepticons Breakdown and Knockout, under Megatron's command, seized the fallen Dinobots, intending to use them as tools of destruction. In Detroit, the Autobots docked their ship, welcoming Orion Eclipse to the city. Orion revealed his familiarity with Detroit, though he lacked the ability to transform into an alternate mode. The Autobots vowed to help him uncover his past and restore his memories.

Back on Cybertron, Altair Comet, mentored by Sentinel Prime, faced her training with determination. Sentinel expressed his belief in her potential, revealing his close connection to her late mother. Their conversation unveiled a deep bond between them, rooted in shared grief and mutual respect. As Altair navigated the complexities of her training and the legacy of her parents, she found solace and guidance in Sentinel's mentorship, forging a bond that transcended the turmoil of their world.

Chapter 11: The Autobot's Apprentice

In the heart of the Autobot training room, Sentinel Prime, the mentor, presents Altair Comet with two gifts: a Cybernetic Energy Shield and an Energon sword. As Altair accepts the gifts with gratitude, Sentinel instructs her in combat techniques. A bond forms between them as they spar together, united by their determination to defend their home.

Meanwhile, on Earth in Detroit, Optimus Prime returns to Sumdac Tower with a new ally, Orion Eclipse, a teenage Decepticon suffering from amnesia. Despite initial suspicion from some Autobots, Optimus welcomes Orion and offers to mentor him. They are joined by Sari Sumdac, Professor Sumdac, Jazz, Ironhide, and others who extend their friendship to Orion.

In Megatron's fortress, the Decepticons plan to use techno-organic Energon and Dark Energon for conquest. Megatron's followers, Knockout and Breakdown, fail in their duty to guard the Dinobots, leading to their escape. Megatron's fury is evident, but his focus shifts to recapturing the Dinobots and acquiring the Allspark Matrix.

Back at Sumdac Tower, Orion Eclipse learns about his damaged T-Cog and expresses a desire for a new one. Ratchet assures him they will find a solution. Orion seeks answers about his resemblance to Megatron from Optimus, who emphasizes character over appearance. Determined to help Orion prepare for combat, Optimus begins his training. As mentor and apprentice, Optimus and Orion bond over their shared goal to protect Earth from the Decepticons, laying the groundwork for future battles and victories.

Chapter 12: Twisted Ambitions

Sentinel Prime, having trained Autobot cadets, visits Ultra Magnus in the infirmary before returning to Metroplex to understand why he was not chosen as the next leader of the Autobots. Sentinel distrusts Optimus Prime, believing he would prioritize Earth over Cybertron. At Ultra Magnus's bedside, Sentinel confronts him, questioning why Optimus was chosen over him despite Sentinel's loyalty and service.

Ultra Magnus, weakened but resolute, explains that Optimus possesses the humility and integrity needed to lead Cybertron into a golden age. He criticizes Sentinel for his pride and arrogance, implying these traits make him unfit to lead. Sentinel, feeling betrayed, recounts his sacrifices and dedication, seeking validation and reconsideration.

Ultra Magnus remains firm, reaffirming his decision and expressing his trust in Optimus. As Ultra Magnus slips towards unconsciousness, Sentinel, grappling with the harsh truth and rejection, vows to prove himself worthy and to challenge Optimus's position. Consumed by anger and resentment, Sentinel seeks an alliance with Zeta Maxus but finds no solace, retreating to his quarters where his turmoil continues to fester.

In his dreams, Sentinel reflects on his childhood, the weight of his unfulfilled ambitions, and his determination to redefine his destiny despite the bitter reality that he may never achieve the recognition he longs for. Sentinel Minor's early life was marked by a blend of warmth from his mother, Aura, and strictness from his father, Nominus Prime, a revered figure in the Autobot Elite Guard. Sentinel aspired to join the Elite Guard, admiring the warriors from afar. However, his childhood tranquility was shattered when the Quintessons attacked Cybertron, thrusting him into the harsh realities of war at a young age. The distant relationship with his father and the loss of his parents to the Quintessons left Sentinel struggling with grief and loneliness.

Ultra Magnus, witnessing Sentinel's anguish, took him under his wing alongside another orphan, Orion Pax. Together, they found solace and brotherhood under Magnus's mentorship. Magnus taught them Cybertronian history, including tales of the Thirteen Original Primes and the battle between Primus and Unicron, offering hope and purpose amidst their sorrow. As Sentinel and Orion grew, their bond strengthened, and they learned valuable lessons in leadership and resilience. Magnus recounted his battles with the Quintessons and spoke of the future leader of the Autobots, hinting that one of them might inherit the mantle of Magnus. Both Sentinel and Orion vowed to be ready for the challenges ahead, determined to honor their mentor and fallen parents by aspiring to greatness and leadership.

Several days later, during a parade on Cybertron celebrating the visit of the King and Queen of Caminus, Orion Pax and Sentinel Minor were playfully chasing each other through the crowds, fighting over a rubber ball. Amid the festivities, Sentinel accidentally stumbled into the road where the parade's marching band was performing, causing a commotion. He retrieved the ball but found himself face-to-face with the King of Caminus. Ultra Magnus quickly intervened, apologizing to the king for Sentinel's actions.

The king, showing understanding, advised Ultra Magnus to teach Sentinel respect for royalty. Princess Vanguardia noticed Sentinel's dropped ball and returned it to him kindly, leaving a strong impression on the young bot. Ultra Magnus, while stern, showed concern and forgiveness, emphasizing the importance of responsibility and safety to Sentinel. Sentinel, deeply remorseful, promised to be more careful in the future, learning valuable lessons in respect and responsibility from the day's events.

From that day forward, Sentinel Minor and Orion Pax resolved never to fight over a rubber ball again, understanding the importance of their friendship and safety. Under Ultra Magnus's guidance, their bond grew stronger as they faced future challenges together. As they navigated their school, Sentinel dreamed of becoming an Autobot sergeant, while Orion aspired to be a data clerk at Iacon Hall of Records. Their paths crossed with Ariel, a vibrant fembot whose kindness and warmth quickly endeared her to both. Sentinel and Orion formed a close friendship with Ariel, though both harbored deeper feelings for her, creating a subtle tension. Despite this, their trio remained inseparable, forging a strong bond as they supported each other through their shared adventures on Cybertron.

Ultra Magnus granted Orion Pax and Sentinel Minor permission to visit Ariel at her home, filling them with excitement and trepidation. During their visit, they played tag and hide and seek, their laughter echoing through the courtyard. As they engaged in these carefree games, their friendship deepened, forming an unbreakable bond of camaraderie and love.

As the sun set, Ultra Magnus called the boys back, and they reluctantly said their goodbyes to Ariel, promising to see each other again. Ten stellar cycles later, Orion became a data clerk, and Sentinel trained as a cadet. Ariel and Sentinel began dating, and eventually, all three friends reunited at the Autobot Academy, aiming to join the Cybertron Elite Guard, their bond stronger than ever. Orion Pax was eventually renamed Optimus Prime, and Ariel became Elita-One. Sentinel Minor, who later became Sentinel Prime upon joining the Cybertron Elite Guard, once asked Elita-One on a romantic date intending to propose marriage. However, Elita-One, though fond of Sentinel, loved Optimus Prime the most.

During their dinner date, Sentinel proposed to Elita-One, envisioning a future with many children. Overwhelmed, Elita-One gently declined, expressing her unreadiness for marriage and extensive family planning. Her heart belonged to Optimus Prime, a realization she later confessed to him. Optimus Prime reciprocated her feelings, leading to a heartfelt embrace and the beginning of their romantic relationship.

Heartbroken, Sentinel witnessed their tender moment, realizing Elita-One's true feelings. He retreated in sorrow, holding the engagement ring, accepting the painful reality of lost love. Years after Elita-One left Sentinel Minor for Optimus Prime, Sentinel continued his training at the Autobot boot camp under drill sergeant Kup, alongside Optimus and Elita. During a virtual training program, Sentinel scoffed at Optimus's failure against Megatron, though Optimus had outscored all other Autobots.

Sentinel led Optimus and Elita on a mission to Archa Seven to retrieve Energon from an old Decepticon warship but encountered massive arachnids. Sentinel held them off, allowing Optimus and Elita to escape, but Optimus had to drag him from the exploding Energon, leaving Elita behind. Optimus assumed Elita was dead, and Sentinel, enraged, blamed him. At a military tribunal, Optimus took the blame while Sentinel stood by smirking.

After graduating, Sentinel became a drill officer at an Autobot training camp, harshly treating recruits like Bumblebee and Bulkhead. Despite his harshness, he commended Bumblebee for exposing a Decepticon traitor but expelled him and Bulkhead for an unrelated incident. Sentinel, now promoted to Sentinel Prime, maintained his arrogance and disdain for Optimus, dismissing him even when he reported Decepticons pursuing the AllSpark. Despite his lack of field experience and inability to improvise, Sentinel's adherence to military protocol and his impenetrable Skyboom Shield made him a formidable, if disliked, Autobot.

Decades earlier, during his training, Sentinel and Orion Pax got into trouble for street racing, reminiscent of "The Prince of Egypt." Sentinel befriended Zeta Maxus, a confident Autobot who advised him on outshining Orion. Zeta's departure to find answers to defeat the Decepticons left Sentinel with a promise to help him succeed Ultra Magnus as Supreme Commander.

With Zeta's encouragement, Sentinel pursued his ambition to lead Cybertron with renewed vigor. His dedication to becoming the greatest leader Cybertron had ever known, and his drive to protect his planet from Decepticon threats, shaped him into the determined, albeit flawed, Sentinel Prime. Sentinel Prime awakens from stasis and meets with Zeta Maxus, who had arranged for Rodimus Prime to cover his duties during his rest. Sentinel shares his frustration over a failed attempt to convince Ultra Magnus that he is worthy of becoming his successor. Ultra Magnus had praised Optimus Prime instead, leaving Sentinel feeling defeated and bitter.

Zeta offers Sentinel a plan for revenge against Optimus, suggesting he could help create a cure to transform Blackarachnia back into Elita-One, who Sentinel once loved. This idea tempts Sentinel, and after some hesitation, he agrees to Zeta's proposal. Together, they form an alliance to discredit Optimus and advance Sentinel's ambitions, with the promise of restoring Elita-One driving Sentinel's resolve.

After striking an agreement with Zeta Maxus, Sentinel Prime grapples with the moral implications of their plan to remove Optimus Prime from power. Zeta proposes a scheme involving deception and manipulation to achieve their goals, urging Sentinel to claim the Matrix of Leadership for himself. Despite initial hesitation, Sentinel is swayed by Zeta's promises of power and the opportunity to rule Cybertron. Together, they share a moment of dark anticipation, reveling in their shared vision for the future as they plot their next move.

Chapter 13: Unfinished Business

Optimus Prime imparts his knowledge and wisdom to his apprentice, Orion Eclipse, detailing the history of Cybertron, the Autobots, and the Decepticons. He reveals his impending role as the new Autobot Supreme Commander, explaining Ultra Magnus's injury and subsequent decision to pass the mantle to Optimus instead of Sentinel Prime. Meanwhile, on Earth, chaos ensues as Grimlock and his Dinobots arrive seeking assistance against the Decepticons. Optimus, with a sense of duty and determination, agrees to aid them, forging an alliance between Autobots and Dinobots to confront their common enemy.

At the Autobot boot camp on Cybertron, Altair Comet, daughter of Optimus Prime, finds herself approached by Sentinel Prime, her father's rival and former mentor. Sentinel, with feigned warmth, engages Altair in conversation, subtly manipulating her emotions by bringing up her deceased mother, Elita-One. He insinuates that Optimus may have been responsible for her mother's death, sowing seeds of doubt in Altair's mind. Despite her initial skepticism, Altair begins to question her father's actions, intrigued and disturbed by Sentinel's words. However, she remains wary of Sentinel's intentions, sensing ulterior motives behind his apparent concern.

As Altair grapples with conflicting emotions and suspicions, Sentinel watches with satisfaction, confident that he has successfully begun to turn her against Optimus Prime as part of his larger scheme. Back at the Autobot base in Detroit, Optimus Prime and the team are surprised when Grimlock and the Dinobots arrive, seeking to join their ranks. Despite initial skepticism, Optimus welcomes them, recognizing their potential. Together, they face the threat of techno-organic Energon crystals spreading across the city, using Professor Sumdac's shrinking ray to contain them.

After a grueling battle, they succeed in saving Detroit, but their respite is short-lived as Megatron launches an attack. Despite being urged to stay behind, Orion Eclipse is determined to help his friends in battle. As the Autobots confront Megatron, Orion watches from the base, feeling compelled to join the fight and aid his mentor, Optimus Prime.

In the heat of battle, Orion Eclipse, a young Autobot, bravely confronts Megatron, the Decepticon leader, to save his friends. Despite Megatron's attempts to manipulate him with claims of fatherhood and promises of power, Orion refuses to join the Decepticons. However, Megatron betrays Orion's trust, launching an attack on the Autobots despite his earlier promise. In the ensuing chaos, Megatron captures Orion and escapes through a portal, leaving the Autobots determined to rescue their friend. Despite their grief and anger, Optimus Prime and his team vow to save Orion at any cost, setting the stage for a perilous journey ahead.

Chapter 14: The Return of Starscream

After awakening in the Decepticon fortress on Dinobot Island, Orion Eclipse encounters Knockout, the Decepticon medic, before being escorted to the throne room to meet his father, Megatron. There, Orion learns the shocking truth that he is related to Megatron and that his Autobot insignia has been replaced with a Decepticon insignia.

Megatron reveals to his son that the Autobots are the true villains, alleging that they oppressed lower-caste Cybertronians, ultimately leading to the creation of the Decepticons. Despite Megatron's assertions, Orion refuses to aid in the destruction of the Autobots. However, Megatron insists that Orion must accept his destiny and embrace his role as the future leader of the Decepticons, intending to groom him as his heir to the Decepticon throne.

Meanwhile, on Cybertron, Altair Comet, a promising Autobot student, encounters her mentor, Sentinel Prime, in the corridors of the Autobot academy on Cybertron. Sentinel confronts Altair about her father's role in her mother's death, casting doubt on Optimus Prime's leadership and loyalty. Despite Sentinel's attempts to sway her allegiance, Altair remains steadfast in her belief in her father and his mission to defeat Megatron and protect Cybertron. With determination, she asserts her loyalty to both her father and the well-being of Cybertron, leaving Sentinel Prime with a clear message of where her loyalties lie.

On Earth, Bulkhead and Bumblebee face off against Decepticon foes Knockout and Breakdown in a battle over techno-organic Energon crystals. Despite their efforts, the Decepticons manage to escape with the valuable resource. Later, Optimus Prime and Bumblebee, while out for a drive, suddenly recall their familial connection, realizing that Bumblebee is actually their adopted son, Elita-One. Their reunion is interrupted by the unexpected return of Starscream, resurrected by his clone Slipstream, who seeks the Allspark Matrix for immortality. After a fierce battle, Starscream retreats with Slipstream, prompting Optimus Prime and Bumblebee to warn their team about the Decepticon's return.

Meanwhile, Rodimus Prime struggles to maintain order on Cybertron in Optimus Prime's absence, tasked with leading and safeguarding the planet. Sentinel Prime sees this as an opportunity to eliminate Megatron himself and vie for the position of Magnus, the new Autobot leader. Altair Comet and Smokescreen, eager to join Optimus Prime's fight against Megatron, sneak aboard a spaceship bound for Earth, unaware that Sentinel Prime and others are also en route to the planet.

Chapter 15: Father Knows Best

Sentinel Prime and his team land on Earth in Detroit, prompting Altair Comet and Smokescreen to venture out of the Autobot spaceship. Meanwhile, Orion Eclipse receives an upgrade and a new appearance before accompanying his father, Megatron, and a few Vehicon troopers to Detroit to seek revenge on Optimus Prime. Upon their arrival, Orion befriends a human named Anthony Carter, while Megatron begins his search for Optimus.

When Sentinel Prime mistakes Orion Eclipse for Megatron and attempts to destroy him, Optimus Prime intervenes, revealing Orion's true nature as a teenager. Sentinel accuses Optimus of sympathizing with Decepticons while saying that the late Ultra Magnus chose Optimus to become the new Autobot Supreme Commander instead of Sentinel, but Optimus, annoyed by Sentinel's jealousy and envy, clarifies that Ultra Magnus is still alive, though barely. Megatron arrives to protect his son, instructing Orion Eclipse to kill Optimus, but Orion refuses, prompting Megatron to attack Optimus and Sentinel with the aid of his Decepticons.

As Sentinel Prime and Optimus Prime join forces to confront Megatron and his Vehicon troopers, Orion Eclipse grapples with inner conflict, torn between his allegiance to the Autobots and his loyalty to his father, Megatron. Feeling overwhelmed, Orion flees and finds himself lost in Detroit. Meanwhile, Altair Comet encounters Orion and recognizes him as her childhood best friend, but he doesn't remember her. When Megatron locates his son, he attempts to sway Orion to his side, warning him not to trust Altair.

Altair tearfully tries to jog Orion's memory, but Megatron intervenes, casting doubt on her intentions. As Optimus Prime and Sentinel Prime discovered Altair, Smokescreen, Orion, and Megatron, tensions rose. Megatron learns that Altair is Optimus's daughter, further complicating the situation. Eventually, Orion remembers Altair as his childhood crush but refuses Megatron's demand to fight her. Disappointed by his son's perceived weakness, Megatron departs with Orion, leaving Altair heartbroken. Optimus reprimands Altair for endangering herself and Smokescreen, prompting her to apologize. Sentinel Prime suggests taking Altair and Smokescreen back to Cybertron for their safety.

Chapter 16: A Total Eclipse of the Spark

At the Decepticon fortress on Dinobot Island, Megatron reprimands Orion Eclipse for his disobedience, but ultimately grants him mercy. However, Megatron insists on teaching his son to be ruthless and cruel to their enemies, intending to groom him into a formidable Decepticon warlord. Orion Eclipse is sent to his room to contemplate his actions while Megatron reminisces about the past. He recalls the first meeting between Orion and Altair Comet, when they were children. At that time, Optimus Prime and Megatron encountered each other, unaware that their children had slipped away to play together.

Upon discovering Orion and Altair's interaction, Megatron scolds his son and warns Optimus and his daughter to stay away from Orion. Returning to the fortress with Orion, Megatron instructs his son to go to bed before having a conversation with Orion's mother, Firestar. The next day, Orion Eclipse enjoys playing with his loving and compassionate mother, Firestar, in stark contrast to his cold and ruthless father, Megatron. Orion's bond with his mother is strong, and he prefers spending time with her over his strict father. However, tragedy strikes when Megatron informs Orion that his beloved mother was killed by the Autobots, leaving Orion heartbroken.

As the years pass, Orion grows into a teenager, but his compassionate nature sets him apart from other Decepticons. Despite Megatron's disapproval, Orion continues to harbor feelings for Altair Comet, secretly visiting her whenever possible. Orion's kindness and mercy earn him the scorn of Megatron, who sees his son as weak and unfit. When Orion becomes separated from his family and is presumed dead, Megatron feels no remorse, viewing his son as a failure. In the present, Megatron seeks to reprogram Orion to hate the Autobots and pledge loyalty only to the Decepticons, hoping to mold him into a suitable heir. Orion overhears this plan and decides to run away before he can be subjected to reprogramming.

Back in Detroit, Sentinel Prime plans to return to Cybertron with Altair Comet and Smokescreen, but Altair refuses, creating a distraction that allows her and Smokescreen to escape. Determined to aid her father, Optimus Prime, in defeating Megatron and rescuing Orion Eclipse, Altair insists on staying on Earth. Smokescreen, seeing Altair's determination, pledges his support, believing in her potential for greatness and vowing to stand by her as a loyal friend.

Meanwhile, Starscream and Slipstream stumble upon raw techno-organic Energon, only to be captured by Knockout and Breakdown. The Decepticon duo takes their captives to Megatron's fortress on Dinobot Island, where they will face judgment and potential execution at Megatron's hands.

Chapter 17: Together Again

Orion Eclipse transforms into his helicopter mode and flies over to Detroit, where he reunites with Altair Comet. Altair expresses her joy at seeing Orion again after decades of being apart. Despite developing romantic feelings for each other, Orion hesitates, citing their opposing factions—him being a Decepticon and her an Autobot—as a barrier to their relationship. However, Altair declares her love for him, disregarding their fathers' feud and insisting that nothing can keep them apart. They reminisce about their childhood love, forbidden by their fathers, and Orion admits that he remembers Altair and loves her. They embrace, solidifying their bond.

Meanwhile, Smokescreen questions Orion about Megatron's plans, and Orion reveals that his father intends to use techno-organic Energon and Dark Energon to conquer Earth before obtaining the Allspark Matrix to achieve immortality. Recognizing the gravity of the situation, Altair, Smokescreen, and Orion decide to inform Optimus Prime and the Autobots about Megatron's nefarious schemes before setting out to find them.

At the Decepticon fortress on Dinobot Island, Starscream pleads for mercy from Megatron, who initially plans to have him executed for his betrayal. However, Megatron changes his mind, realizing that destroying Starscream has proven to be difficult in the past. Instead, he decides to imprison both Starscream and Slipstream until they demonstrate loyalty to him. While Slipstream refuses to submit to Megatron and she manages to escape, Starscream is locked up in a prison cell. There, Knockout taunts him for his past betrayals and frequent defeats.

Megatron is furious upon discovering that his son, Orion Eclipse, has vanished from Dinobot Island. He dispatches his Decepticons to search for Orion and bring him back, intending to punish him for fleeing. Meanwhile, on Cybertron, Zeta Maxus conducts secretive experiments with Dark Energon in his lab. He discusses with Sentinel Prime the potential of using Dark Energon as a weapon against the Decepticons due to its lethal properties. Sentinel Prime informs Zeta Maxus about Altair Comet's disappearance on Earth along with Smokescreen. Zeta Maxus advises Sentinel Prime to prioritize completing the weapon of mass destruction before pursuing Altair and Smokescreen, as it could be the key to defeating the Decepticons once and for all.

Orion Eclipse, Altair Comet, and Smokescreen locate Optimus Prime and the Autobots at their base in Detroit. Despite being scolded by Optimus for leaving with Smokescreen instead of returning to Cybertron with Sentinel Prime, Altair insists they must assist in thwarting Megatron's plans. Orion reveals Megatron's sinister plot involving techno-organic and Dark Energon to conquer Earth and attain the Allspark Matrix for immortality. Moved by his friend's plea and determined to oppose his father, Orion removes the Decepticon insignia from his chest, reaffirming his allegiance to the Autobots. Optimus Prime welcomes Orion back into the Autobot fold, and Altair and Smokescreen also join the team, united in their mission to stop Megatron's malevolent schemes.

Chapter 18: What A Tangled Web We Weave

In Blackarachnia's lair, she, along with her Predacon minions Antagony and Inferno, work on creating a formidable army of Predacons. Their plan involves combining Optimus Prime's CNA with that of a gorilla to craft the ultimate Predacon. Meanwhile, Waspinator harbors a deep-seated desire for revenge against Bumblebee, and Blackarachnia assures him that his chance for retribution will come once their Predacon army is complete.

As Blackarachnia builds her techno-organic Predacon force in the present, flashbacks provide insight into her past. It's revealed that she played a pivotal role in rebuilding Blitzwing into a triple changer, foreshadowing her future actions with Megatron. Memories resurface of her time as Elita-One, an Autobot cadet who was romantically involved with Optimus Prime, adopted Bumblebee as her son, and together with Optimus, bore a daughter named Altair Comet. Blackarachnia also recalls her relationship with Sentinel Prime, which ended when she chose to be with Optimus instead of accepting Sentinel's marriage proposal. Memories of her female Autobot friends, including Firestar, evoke nostalgia for her previous life.

Back in the present, Blackarachnia vows to transform Optimus Prime and Altair Comet into techno-organics, driven by her desire to create the ultimate family unit.

Chapter 19: This Is Why I Hate Organics

Rodimus Prime takes the initiative to contact Optimus Prime and persuade him to return to Cybertron to assist in governing the Autobots. He, accompanied by Arcee, Springer, Kup, and Windblade, ventures to the core of Cybertron, where they encounter the Matrix of Leadership, resembling the Allspark Matrix. Within the core, they are graced by the presence of Primus, the Cybertronian deity representing life and goodness, who utilized the Allspark to empower the Thirteen Original Primes in their eternal conflict against Unicron, the planet destroyer and embodiment of evil and chaos.

Primus imparts crucial revelations to Rodimus Prime, affirming that Optimus Prime will ascend as the next Magnus when the opportune moment arises. Additionally, he identifies Sari Sumdac, a techno-organic humanoid, as pivotal to the intertwined destinies of Earth and Cybertron. Primus cautions Rodimus Prime about the presence of another traitor lurking within the Autobot ranks, forewarning of potential treachery that threatens their cause.

In Detroit, Rattletrap, a Cybertronian fearful of organics, finds himself stranded on Earth, forced to adopt an Earth vehicle mode to blend in. However, his attempts to assimilate are cut short when the Autobots and the Dinobots target him, seeking to arrest him and then use him to gain access to Kaon and defeat Megatron and the Decepticons once and for all. Concurrently, a resurrected Vehicon, now able to speak, dubs himself Steve and grapples with conflicting loyalties. Initially drawn to rejoin the Decepticons, Steve's encounter with Bumblebee leads to his capture by the Autobots, who have also apprehended Rattletrap under suspicion of aiding Megatron's escape.

Chapter 20: Turf War

The Constructicons successfully merge into Devastator, aiming to dominate Earth's newfound Energon reserves. However, their plans are challenged by Slipstream, who aspires to seize control of the Decepticons using the techno-organic Energon. To resolve the conflict, the Autobots enlist Omega Supreme's assistance, while Grimlock and the Dinobots ensure Rattletrap remains confined within the Autobot base. Bulkhead falls victim to the Constructicons, forcibly integrated into their collective. Omega Supreme confronts Devastator in battle, while Optimus Prime and his team devise a strategy to free Bulkhead and defeat Devastator. Meanwhile, Orion Eclipse, alongside his girlfriend Altair Comet and Smokescreen, engages in combat against Vehicons and Minicons, who are intent on capturing him. Blitzwing attempts to sway Orion Eclipse back to the Decepticons, but his loyalty remains with the Autobots. Threatened by Shockwave's ultimatum, Orion Eclipse reluctantly faces off against the Decepticons to protect Altair Comet and Smokescreen.

Omega Supreme and the Autobots successfully defeat Devastator, freeing Bulkhead from the clutches of the Constructicons. With Slipstream captured, the Autobots plan to interrogate her for information. Meanwhile, Optimus Prime intervenes to save his daughter, Altair Comet, and joins forces with her, Orion Eclipse, and Smokescreen to repel the Vehicons, Minicons, and Decepticons. Steve the Vehicon aids the heroes in thwarting the Decepticons' plans, ultimately deciding to switch sides and become an Autobot.

However, Lugnut, Shockwave, and Blitzwing report Orion Eclipse's betrayal to Megatron, who is infuriated by his son's allegiance to the Autobots. As tensions rise, a mysterious figure known as "Doomsayer" emerges in Kaon, revealing himself as Megatron's former general who was exiled for treason. Doomsayer offers his assistance to Megatron in destroying the Autobots, presenting a plan involving the Matrix of Leadership. Megatron, intrigued by Doomsayer's proposal, embraces his return and resolves to follow his advice to vanquish Optimus Prime, seize the Allspark Matrix as well as the Matrix of Leadership, and conquer both Earth and Cybertron. Megatron welcomes Doomsayer back into the ranks of the Decepticons, encouraged by his apparent change of heart.

Chapter 21: S.T.E.A.M

Soundwave finds himself ambushed by S.T.E.A.M., a human vigilante group determined to thwart the rise of robots and the Autobots, using steampunk technology. Despite Soundwave's efforts to defend himself alongside his minions, Rumble and Frenzy, they are eventually captured. In a desperate move, Soundwave reaches out to the Autobots for rescue, forcing Optimus Prime and his team to reluctantly come to their enemies' aid. Meanwhile, Slipstream confides in Orion Eclipse about her role in resurrecting Starscream following Megatron's arrest by Optimus Prime. Although Slipstream offers to assist the Autobots in defeating Megatron, Smokescreen grows suspicious of her motives and warns Orion Eclipse, Altair Comet, Grimlock, and the Dinobots against placing their trust in their prisoner. As tensions rise between humans and robots, alliances become increasingly complex in the battle for supremacy.

Optimus Prime and his Autobot team track down Soundwave's energy signatures to S.T.E.A.M's hidden lair, only to be ambushed by the anti-robotic vigilante group. Using steampunk weaponry, the humans capture the Autobots and bring them before Harold Attinger, the founder of S.T.E.A.M., who harbors a deep-seated hatred for all robots and sees the Transformers as a threat to humanity. Despite Optimus Prime's attempts to reason with Attinger and explain that not all robots are malevolent, Attinger remains steadfast in his conviction to eradicate them all. The Autobots find themselves imprisoned alongside Soundwave, Frenzy, and Rumble, facing a formidable challenge to escape and thwart Attinger's destructive plans.

Sari Sumdac experiences a prophetic dream in which Prowl's spirit informs her that she holds the key to Earth and Cybertron's future. Witnessing a vision of Optimus Prime leading Autobots against Megatron and the Decepticons in a city, Sari awakens to a message from Harold Attinger demanding the extermination of all robots in exchange for the Autobots' release. Refusing to comply, Sari, Orion Eclipse, Altair Comet, and Smokescreen united to rescue the Autobots. Upon reaching S.T.E.A.M's headquarters, they liberate the Autobots and Soundwave's minions, engaging in a confrontation that culminates in the destruction of S.T.E.A.M's base and the destruction of Attinger's ultimate weapon meant to eradicate all Cybertronians. With Attinger and his followers arrested, Soundwave, Frenzy, and Rumble depart for Kaon, where Soundwave joins Megatron's Decepticons as their new communications officer.

Chapter 22: Arachnus Prime

A mysterious villain named the Time Trucker shows Bumblebee a possible future where he leads the Autobots in fighting side-by-side with the Decepticons–led by Galvatron–against the zombie-like Predacons, created by an Allspark-powered techno-organic virus that the Autobots must stop Blackarachnia unleashing in the present. The Time Trucker then shows Bumblebee his past and reveals that he has a twin brother named Stinger. The Time Trucker then gives Optimus Prime the chance to alter the past and save Elita-One from ever becoming Blackarachnia.

However, the end result is that Optimus accidentally creates an alternate timeline where his other self becomes a techno-organic spider-bot instead, creating a new future where Elita-One leads the Autobots. Optimus Prime goes to that alternate timeline where he teams up with Elita-One to defeat Arachnus Prime when he and the Predacons attack Cybertron. When Optimus Prime discovers the Matrix of Leadership, mistaking it for the Allspark Matrix, he uses it to defeat Arachnus Prime, which turned him back into the alternate timeline's Optimus Prime, giving him amnesia. Optimus Prime gives the Matrix of Leadership back to Elita-One and he says goodbye to her with a kiss before he returns to his original and unaltered timeline where Elita-One has already become Blackarachnia.

After returning to his original timeline, Optimus Prime is confronted by the enigmatic Time Trucker, who unveils a disturbing potential future. In this vision, Sentinel Prime ascends to the position of Autobot Supreme Commander as "Sentinel Magnus." The Time Trucker warns that Sentinel's inept leadership would lead to the destruction of the Autobots at the hands of Megatron and the Decepticons. Further revelations shed light on Optimus Prime's childhood friendship with Megatron, underscoring the gravity of their current conflict. As the Time Trucker vanishes, leaving Optimus and Bumblebee to ponder the alternate timelines, Blackarachnia and Waspinator emerge in Detroit, embarking on a mission to capture Optimus Prime and his allies for their sinister Predacon experiments.

Chapter 23: Gremlins in the Gears

In the heart of Detroit, chaos reigns as renegade Minicons, under the control of Megatron, wreak havoc by dismantling machinery and causing widespread disruption. This poses a grave threat not only to the city's infrastructure but also to the Autobots themselves, who find themselves targeted by the rogue tiny robots. In a bid to quell the chaos and save their friends, Ratchet, the skilled Autobot medic, and Captain Fanzone, reluctantly join forces. Despite their initial differences, they recognize the urgency of the situation and set out to neutralize the Minicons' threat.

As they delve deeper into their mission, Ratchet and Fanzone uncover the extent of the Minicons' control by Megatron, realizing that freeing them from his influence is paramount to restoring peace. Through their combined efforts and ingenuity, they devise a plan to disrupt Megatron's hold over the Minicons, ultimately succeeding in breaking their malevolent programming.

With the Minicons liberated from their dark allegiance, a new chapter unfolds. Rather than returning to the fold of their former master, they choose a different path, opting to depart Detroit and seek refuge on a remote island. Here, they establish a peaceful village of their own, free from the influence of both Autobot and Decepticon factions.

Though their departure marks the end of a tumultuous chapter in Detroit's history, it also signifies a newfound hope for the Minicons, who now have the opportunity to forge their own destiny away from the clutches of war and oppression. As Ratchet and Fanzone bid farewell to their robotic allies, they reflect on the transformative power of unity and cooperation, knowing that the bonds forged in the face of adversity will endure long after the chaos has subsided.

Chapter 24: Triple Threat

Optimus Prime retrieves Blackarachnia's lost helmet and he realize that he must tell the truth to his daughter, Altair Comet, that his mother, Elita-One is still alive, but she is no longer Elita-One, she is now a spider-fembot renamed Blackarachnia. Blackarachnia reveals herself to Optimus Prime and tells him that she came back for him. Optimus tries to talk to Blackarachnia, but she flees and he chases after her. In a moonlit clearing, Optimus Prime reunites with Blackarachnia, holding her lost helmet as a token of their past. Despite her bitterness and self-loathing, Optimus professes his unwavering love and commitment, assuring her of her beauty and his enduring affection. Overwhelmed with hope and joy, Blackarachnia accepts his love, sealing their reunion with a passionate kiss.

Determined to find a cure for her affliction, Optimus vows to restore her to her former self, their love serving as a beacon of hope amidst the darkness. But then, Waspinator attacks Optimus Prime when he assumed that he was trying to hurt Blackarachnia. Optimus ends up getting separated from Blackarachnia as she and Waspinator flee when Bumblebee, Ironhide, and Ratchet arrive to confront them.

As Optimus Prime ventures deeper into the shadows, he carries with him Blackarachnia's helmet, a token of his quest to find her and offer assistance. Accompanied by Bumblebee, Ironhide, and Ratchet, the Autobots encounter the relentless assault of Waspinator, a persistent foe bent on disrupting their mission. Despite their efforts to subdue him, the sudden appearance of Lugnut, Blitzwing, Sunstorm, and Ramjet tips the scales, forcing the Autobots into a hasty retreat.

Meanwhile, within the confines of Blackarachnia's lair, Optimus Prime confronts the enigmatic femme fatale, seeking to extend an olive branch of peace and reconciliation. Yet, his noble intentions are met with treachery as Blackarachnia ensnares him in her web, seizing the opportunity to reclaim her lost helmet. With Optimus incapacitated, Blackarachnia's true intentions come to light as she asserts her dominance over him, leveraging her venomous stingers as a means of control.

In a desperate bid for freedom, Optimus appeals to Blackarachnia's humanity, offering assistance in finding a cure to liberate her from her Decepticon affliction. However, her desires are clouded by a potent mixture of longing and resentment, leading her to assert her dominance over the Autobot leader. As Optimus grapples with the weight of her demands, he finds himself at a crossroads, torn between duty and desire.

In a moment of vulnerability, Blackarachnia reveals her true feelings, confessing her enduring love for Optimus despite the trials they have faced. Encumbered by conflicting emotions, Optimus is left to ponder the ramifications of her proposal, grappling with the implications of their complicated relationship. As the shadows of uncertainty loom large, Optimus must navigate the tangled web of emotions that bind them, lest he become ensnared in Blackarachnia's web of deceit and desire.

After making out with Optimus Prime, Blackarachnia steals a sample of his CNA while he recharges and then she leaves. When Megatron reunites with Blackarachnia and he abducts her and takes her back to Kaon where he convinces her to turn him into a triple changer just as she had turned Blitzwing into a triple changer, Blackarachnia upgrades Megatron into a new triple-changing form, but like Blitzwing before him, the process leaves him with an unstable personality, and he becomes a one-'bot army, blowing away anything and anyone in his path, with the Autobots powerless to stop him.

Chapter 25: Mirror, Mirror

As Zeta Maxus and Sentinel Prime unveil their weapon of mass destruction, fueled by Dark Energon, doubts arise among some Autobots, including Alpha Trion. Optimus Prime's attempt to rescue Blackarachnia from Kaon is thwarted, while Megatron grows more powerful and unstable. The Autobots, using Rattletrap as leverage, infiltrate Kaon but are ambushed by the Decepticons and their Vehicon troopers. In a desperate confrontation, Orion Eclipse, Megatron's son, intervenes to save Optimus Prime and strikes a deal with his father to spare the Autobots in exchange for his allegiance. Despite Optimus Prime's pleas, Orion Eclipse chooses to join Megatron to protect his comrades. As the Autobots escape with Rattletrap, Slipstream forms an unlikely bond with Grimlock and the Dinobots back at the Autobot base.

Back in Detroit at Sumdac Tower, Optimus Prime, and his friends realize that they will need an army if they are to defeat Megatron and his Decepticon army and prevent him from using the techno-organic Energon and the Dark Energon to destroy the Earth. So, our heroes decided to return to Cybertron. But on their way to Cybertron, Optimus Prime, and his team are catapulted into a parallel universe where the Autobots are evil and the Decepticons are good. Optimus Prime and his Autobots team up with the good Megatron and the good Decepticons to defeat the evil counterparts of Optimus Prime, the Autobots, Sari Sumdac, and Professor Issac Sumdac. After helping their unlikely allies defeat their evil counterparts, Optimus Prime and his team say goodbye to the good Megatron and the good Decepticons before they head back to their own universe.

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Chapter 26: Growing Suspicions

Back on Cybertron, Sentinel Prime consults Zeta Maxus about where to target their new ultimate Decepticon-destroying weapon that's fueled by Dark Energon. Zeta Maxus advises aiming it at Earth, where Megatron and the Decepticons are located. When Sentinel Prime questions the legality and morality of destroying the planet Earth, Zeta Maxus insists that it is necessary to prevent the Decepticons from conquering the planet or the humans from potentially invading Cybertron with their advanced technology and weapons, as well as the viruses and plagues that they carry. Weighing Zeta Maxus' arguments, Sentinel Prime faces a moral dilemma.

Meanwhile, Optimus Prime and his crew return to Cybertron to gather reinforcements for their final battle against Megatron. They learn that Megatron plans to use the Allspark, techno-organic Energon, and Dark Energon to conquer both Earth and Cybertron. Perceptor informs Optimus that the Autobot Supreme Commander, Ultra Magnus is dying from fatal wounds, and that Optimus must become the next Magnus to effectively lead the Autobots and defeat Megatron once and for all.

Upon learning that Optimus Prime will soon become the next Magnus following Ultra Magnus's impending death, Sentinel Prime becomes furious and seeks help from his accomplice, Zeta Maxus. Zeta Maxus advises Sentinel on how to prevent Optimus from becoming the new Autobot Supreme Commander. He reveals the locations of the Matrix of Leadership and the Allspark Matrix, then gives Sentinel an Energon knife, instructing him on what must be done to ensure he becomes Magnus instead of Optimus Prime.

Back on Earth, Smokescreen confides in Altair Comet about his admiration for Optimus Prime and his desire to be a hero like him. Altair shares this aspiration, expressing her sadness over her boyfriend, Orion Eclipse, rejoining the Decepticons to save Optimus and the Autobots. Smokescreen reassures Altair that Orion will eventually return to the Autobots. Altair expresses her deep care for Smokescreen, considering him a best friend. Meanwhile, Slipstream attempts to convince the Dinobots to remove her stasis cuffs to escape Autobot custody, but is thwarted by Steve the Vehibot. She tries to manipulate Steve by flirting, but he resists her tricks, refusing to free her.

Chapter 27: An Unexpected Reunion

Altair Comet feels homesick and decides to spend time with Sari Sumdac, who shares her mysterious origin as half-human, half-Cybertronian, and mentions Prowl's spirit declaring her key to the future of Earth and Cybertron. Altair wishes she could solve Sari's mystery. Suddenly, they are captured by Blackarachnia, who recognizes Altair as her long-lost daughter. Blackarachnia reveals herself as Elita-One, mutated into a techno-organic spider-fembot after being abandoned on Arachna 7 by Optimus Prime and Sentinel Prime. Altair is shocked to discover her mother is alive and now a Decepticon. Blackarachnia explains she is in Detroit searching for Waspinator, captured by Optimus's crew, and expresses her desire to find a cure to revert to Elita-One and rejoin the Autobots, reuniting with her family. Sari remains suspicious of Blackarachnia's intentions.

Sari Sumdac refuses to take Blackarachnia to the imprisoned Waspinator, leading Blackarachnia to ask her daughter, Altair Comet, about Optimus Prime's whereabouts. Altair reveals that he is on Cybertron and questions her mother about being abandoned. Blackarachnia explains that she initially believed Optimus abandoned her, but later realized he thought she died when she mutated into a techno-organic spider-fembot. Sari warns Altair not to trust Blackarachnia, suspecting her intentions, but Blackarachnia insists she wants to reform. Altair and Blackarachnia have an emotional reunion, with Blackarachnia noting how much her daughter has grown since she last saw her as a child.

Blackarachnia and Altair Comet begin to bond, with Blackarachnia sharing stories about Megatron, including how he forced her to turn him into a triple-changer. She offers to help the Autobots defeat Megatron in exchange for their assistance in finding a cure to revert her back to Elita-One and rid her of her mutated spider form. Blackarachnia also promises to keep Waspinator from seeking revenge on Bumblebee. Altair convinces Sari Sumdac to bring Blackarachnia to the Autobot base. There, Blackarachnia reunites with Grimlock and the Dinobots and meets the prisoners Slipstream, Rattletrap, and Waspinator, as well as other Autobots like Smokescreen and Steve. That night, after telling Altair goodnight, Blackarachnia weaves a web to sleep on.

Chapter 28: How You Gonna Keep 'Em Down on the Energon Farm?

In the Decepticon Command Center, Megatron stands among advanced technology when his son, Orion Eclipse, approaches with questions about his mother. Megatron reveals the story of how he met Firestar, an Autobot who captivated him. After abducting and winning her love, they had Orion. However, Firestar left after witnessing Megatron's darkness and was later killed by Autobots. Megatron protected Orion but lost him in a supernova. Now reunited, Megatron declares Orion the rightful heir to lead the Decepticons. Despite Orion's doubts about his abilities, Megatron assures him that he will learn to transform and lead their faction to victory. United, they prepare for the battles ahead.

At the Autobot base in Detroit, Altair Comet resolves to help her mother, Blackarachnia, reform, along with Slipstream, Rattletrap, and Waspinator, hoping they will aid Optimus Prime and the Autobots against Megatron. Sari Sumdac and her father, Professor Isaac Sumdac, remain wary of the potential for betrayal from these wannabe reformed Decepticons. Meanwhile, on Cybertron, Sentinel Prime confronts Optimus Prime, leading to a fight for the position of Magnus. Seeking a respite from the conflict, Bulkhead returns to the Energon farm where he was raised, accompanied by Jetfire and Jetstorm, only to discover the farm has become a target for the Decepticons. The trio must defend the farm and its resources from Decepticon forces, adding another layer of urgency to their mission.

Back on Earth, Altair Comet, Smokescreen, Steve the Vehibot and the Dinobots work on reforming Blackarachnia, Slipstream, Rattletrap and Waspinator while waiting for Optimus Prime and the Autobots to return from Cybertron and prepare for the inevitable confrontation with Megatron and his minions. Trust remains a significant issue, as the Sumdacs and other Autobots keep a close watch on the newly reformed Blackarachnia, Slipstream, Rattletrap, and Waspinator. As Optimus Prime and Sentinel Prime's battle for leadership intensifies, it becomes clear that the Autobots must unite and focus on their common enemy, Megatron, who is growing ever more powerful and unpredictable. The stage is set for a climactic showdown, with the future of both Earth and Cybertron hanging in the balance.

Chapter 29: Process of Elimination

Bumblebee investigates a series of deadly attacks on his old boot camp platoon, who are being picked off by a mysterious assailant. All signs point to either Waspinator or Shockwave... but when they too are attacked, the mystery deepens! It turns out the culprit is really Cliffjumper; back when Shockwave was undercover in Autobot bootcamp, he uploaded a Trojan Horse virus into Cliffjumper that would compell him to eliminate all evidence if Shockwave was ever found out. Now, the virus is affecting his mind, and Bumblebee must stop him before he self-destructs! Determined to save his old friend and prevent further casualties, Bumblebee reaches out to Ratchet for help. Ratchet quickly analyzes the situation and devises a plan to neutralize the virus within Cliffjumper's system. However, time is running out, as the virus compels Cliffjumper to act with increasing aggression and desperation.

Bumblebee tracks Cliffjumper to an abandoned Autobot outpost, where he finds him in a state of mental turmoil. Cliffjumper, struggling to regain control, attacks Bumblebee, believing him to be another target. Bumblebee tries to reason with him, reminding him of their shared history and friendship. Their confrontation is intense, with Cliffjumper's virus-driven fury making him a formidable opponent. During the fight, Bumblebee manages to disable Cliffjumper temporarily, allowing Ratchet to arrive with the necessary equipment to extract the virus. Ratchet works swiftly, connecting Cliffjumper to a portable medical station. As Ratchet begins the delicate process of removing the Trojan Horse virus, Cliffjumper's memories of the boot camp and their camaraderie resurface, helping him fight against the virus's influence.

Just as Ratchet is about to complete the extraction, Shockwave's hidden subroutine triggers a failsafe, causing Cliffjumper to initiate a self-destruct sequence. Realizing the imminent danger, Bumblebee and Ratchet work together under immense pressure. Ratchet focuses on completing the virus extraction, while Bumblebee uses his quick thinking and agility to stabilize Cliffjumper's systems, preventing the self-destruct.

Finally, the virus is successfully extracted, and Cliffjumper regains full control of his mind and body. Exhausted but relieved, he thanks Bumblebee and Ratchet for saving him from Shockwave's sinister trap. With the immediate threat neutralized, Bumblebee contacts Optimus Prime, informing him of Shockwave's insidious plan and the need to remain vigilant against further Decepticon schemes. As the Autobots regroup, they reflect on the importance of their bonds and the lengths they will go to protect each other. Cliffjumper, now free from the virus's influence, vows to assist Bumblebee in tracking down any remaining Decepticon threats, ensuring that no Autobot will ever face such danger again.

Chapter 30: Framed

Bumblebee, visiting the infirmary, stumbles upon Sentinel Prime in a shocking act: attempting to murder Ultra Magnus in his sleep. Reacting swiftly, Bumblebee intervenes, preventing the fatal strike. Sentinel flees before he can be detained, leaving confusion and suspicion in his wake. Bumblebee alerts the Autobots to Sentinel's treachery, leading to his arrest for attempted murder and treason.

However, as the investigation unfolds, it becomes evident that Sentinel Prime has been framed by an imposter. Zeta Maxus reveals to Optimus Prime that Shockwave orchestrated the creation of an evil clone of Sentinel Prime to eliminate Ultra Magnus and incriminate the real Sentinel for murder. The imposter's actions were designed to tarnish Sentinel's reputation and destabilize the Autobot leadership.

Determined to clear Sentinel's name and thwart Shockwave's machinations, the Autobots track down the evil clone of Sentinel Prime. A fierce battle ensues, culminating in the destruction of the clone. To their horror, they discover a bomb hidden within the clone's spark chamber, set to detonate upon its destruction. With seconds to spare, the Autobots evacuate the area as the clone explodes into scrap metal. Miraculously, the real Sentinel Prime emerges unscathed, vindicated by the evidence of his innocence. As the smoke clears, Sentinel is freed from prison, his name cleared, and the true culprit exposed.

With the threat neutralized and justice served, the Autobots stand united, resolute in their determination to protect each other and thwart the Decepticons' sinister schemes. Sentinel Prime, grateful for his exoneration, pledges to redouble his efforts in service to the Autobot cause, vowing to never again fall victim to such treachery.

Chapter 31: Attack of the Combaticons

Rodimus Prime entrusts Optimus Prime with the Matrix of Leadership, resembling the Allspark Matrix, urging him to safeguard it and the Allspark Matrix from Megatron's clutches. Determined to ensure the safety of both Earth and Cybertron, Optimus opts to secure the two Matrixs within a vault. Meanwhile, Bulkhead returns to his roots at the Energon farm, while Ratchet musters the courage to ask Arcee out on a date. With a looming sense of responsibility towards his daughter, Altair Comet, Optimus resolves to return to Earth to reveal the truth about her mother's survival. However, Sentinel Prime intervenes, redirecting Optimus's attention to the urgent threat posed by the Decepticons on the fifth moon of Charr. Despite his apprehensions about facing the enemy alone, Sentinel Prime insists that it's a test of leadership, citing Ultra Magnus's directive to keep the Decepticons at bay.

Reluctantly accepting Sentinel's orders, Optimus Prime embarks on the perilous mission, clutching the Matrix of Leadership. Unbeknownst to him, he carries the Allspark Matrix instead. Entrusting Rodimus Prime with the protection of Cybertron, Optimus ventures to confront the Decepticons on the fifth moon of Charr, only to find himself ambushed by the formidable Combaticons led by Onslaught. Optimus Prime faces a daunting challenge, grappling not only with the Decepticons' assault but also with the weight of leadership and the hidden truth about the Matrix he bears. As the battle intensifies, Optimus's resolve is put to the ultimate test, with the fate of both worlds hanging in the balance.

Meanwhile, Bumblebee finds Sentinel Prime holding an Energon knife and when he asks Sentinel where Optimus is, Sentinel Prime puts Bumblebee inside a barrel before throwing him into a river of oil. Sentinel Prime and Zeta Maxus begin their plan to use their weapon of mass destruction fueled with Dark Energon to destroy the Earth where the Decepticons and Megatron are located at and Sentinel is confident that Optimus will be killed by the Decepticons and that Ultra Magnus will die in his deathbed, allowing Sentinel Prime to become the new Magnus and take over Cybertron. When Sentinel Prime finally realizes that Zeta Maxus could possibly be a Decepticon due to him being manipulative, Zeta Maxus reveals his true self. Zeta removes his Autobot disguise and reveals that his true name is Doomsayer. Sentinel Prime accuses Doomsayer of being a Decepticon spy, but Doomsayer tells Sentinel Prime that he is not a Decepticon, but rather the leader of the Destructicons. Doomsayer manipulates Sentinel Prime and makes a deal with him that they should have the Autobots and the Destructicons work together in destroying the Decepticons and destroying the Earth and Doomsayer tells Sentinel that his intentions are to help him become the new Autobot Supreme Commander.

Back at the fifth moon of Charr, Optimus Prime defeats the Combaticons and Onslaught before he decides to leave after he barely survives the attack of the Decepticons. Back on Cybertron, Bumblebee gets out of the oil river and frees himself from being trapped inside a barrel before he finds out that Sentinel Prime is a traitor to the Autobots as he intends to usurp Optimus Prime and Ultra Magnus to become the next Autobot Supreme Commander. However, before Bumblebee would let the Autobots know about Sentinel's treachery, he gets captured by Doomsayer and Bumblebee is brought before Sentinel Prime who reveals his evil plan to destroy the Earth and humanity, to destroy the Decepticons, to cause the deaths of Optimus Prime and Ultra Magnus to become Sentinel Magnus, and use the Allspark and the Matrix of Leadership to make himself invincible. Bumblebee tells Sentinel Prime that he will tell everyone about his evil plans, but Sentinel Prime crushes Bumblebee's voice box so that he won't tell anyone about Sentinel Prime and Doomsayer's plot to conquer Cybertron and destroy the Earth. Bumblebee is traumatized after he loses his ability to speak.

Chapter 32: A Traitor Among Us

After Bumblebee got his voice box crushed by Sentinel Prime and he loses his ability to speak, he is left traumatized and is imprisoned by Sentinel Prime and Doomsayer. Sentinel Prime and Doomsayer talk about their next move to use their Decepticon destroying machine of mass destruction to destroy the Earth where the Decepticons and Megatron are located as Sentinel intends to get rid of humanity as he sees humans as a threat to all Cybertronians. However, Alpha Trion and a group of cyber-ninjas find out about their evil schemes and Doomsayer attacks them. Alpha Trion tells Doomsayer that his plot to conquer Cybertron through Sentinel Prime has failed, but Doomsayer attacks the elder Autobot with his Dark Energon lightning, revealing that Doomsayer is immune to Dark Energon and can master using and weaponizing its dark powers.

Alpha Trion tells Sentinel Prime to choose redemption over treason, but Sentinel turns against Alpha Trion as Doomsayer knocks the elder Autobot unconscious. When Ironhide sees a bunch of cyber-ninjas and Alpha Trion knocked unconscious and defeated and he realizes that Sentinel Prime and Doomsayer are responsible for the assault, Ironhide tries to stop them, but Sentinel Prime nearly kills Ironhide, rendering him unconscious before he and Doomsayer escape before they could get caught by the Autobots.

Optimus Prime returns to Cybertron and Bumblebee escapes from his prison cell before he gets Ratchet to repair his voice box. After Bumblebee gets his voice box repaired, the wounded Ironhide and injured Alpha Trion reveals to Optimus Prime and his team that Sentinel Prime has betrayed the Autobots and has allied with Doomsayer to try to conquer Cybertron and destroy the Earth. Optimus, infuriated by Sentinel's betrayal, decides to find Sentinel Prime himself and bring him to justice. However, our heroes soon discover that Sentinel Prime has stolen the Matrix of Leadership and Optimus realizes that Sentinel had given him the Allspark Matrix instead of the Matrix of Leadership. Determined to get his mother's Matrix back, Optimus Prime tells his friends to safeguard the Allspark Matrix while he tracks down Sentinel Prime and stop him. Jetfire and Jetstorm inform Optimus Prime that Sentinel Prime is heading towards Earth and he has the Matrix of Leadership.

Optimus Prime and the Autobots return to Earth to confront Sentinel Prime and Doomsayer, who have brought devastation to Detroit. On a burning ship, Sentinel attempts to wield the Matrix of Leadership for his sinister purposes but finds himself unworthy. In a pivotal moment, he encounters the spirit of Prima, the first of the 13 Original Primes. Meanwhile, Optimus Prime arrives to challenge Sentinel. On a burning ship amidst an ocean of oil and flames, Optimus Prime confronts his former friend turned enemy, Sentinel Prime. Their heated exchange reveals Sentinel's treacherous motives: he orchestrated dangerous missions for Optimus, attempted to assassinate Ultra Magnus, and stole the Matrix of Leadership.

Their confrontation escalates into a fierce battle, each wielding their weapons with determination. Despite Sentinel's claims of deserving the Matrix's power, Optimus prevails, reclaiming the artifact and unleashing its energy against his adversary. As the fight reaches its climax, Sentinel pleads for mercy, claiming manipulation by Doomsayer. Torn between compassion and duty, Optimus attempts to save Sentinel from falling to his death. However, Sentinel seizes the opportunity to strike, plunging into the abyss below. Sentinel's lifeless body resurfaces amidst the unforgiving waves, his once-proud demeanor tarnished and battered. As he struggles for survival, regret and sorrow flood his spark, realizing the consequences of his actions.

Meanwhile, Doomsayer, lurking in the shadows, observes the scene with a sinister grin, dragging Sentinel's body to his lair. The aftermath of their battle leaves Optimus Prime grappling with the loss of a once-dear friend and the weight of Sentinel's betrayal on his spark.

Chapter 33: Land of the Mini-Cons

Optimus Prime returns to the Autobot base and he finds his daughter, Altair Comet, with her long-lost mother, Blackarachnia. Optimus apologizes to his daughter for not telling her the truth that her mother survived and became a Decepticon and Altair forgives her father before she tells her father that she, Smokescreen, the Dinobots, and Sari Sumdac were able to reform Slipstream, Waspinator, Rattletrap, and of course, Blackarachnia. Meanwhile at Kaon on Dinobot Island, Megatron teaches his son, Orion Eclipse, how to fight better. Starscream has pledged his loyalty to Megatron and promises never to betray him again. Megatron has ordered Knockout and Breakdown to keep an eye on Starscream to make sure he doesn't try to overthrow Megatron again. Back at the Autobot base, Optimus Prime and his Autobot friends now know that Doomsayer was the one who corrupted Sentinel Prime and turned him into a traitor and our heroes decide to be on a lookout for Doomsayer, but for now, they need to collect the techno-organic Energon before the Decepticons do.

After promising to aid Blackarachnia in finding a cure to restore her to Elita-One, Optimus Prime, Blackarachnia, and Altair Comet share a heartfelt family hug. However, their peaceful moment is interrupted by another transwarp mishap that deposits Bumblebee on a planet inhabited by Mini-Cons, who revere him as a deity in a scenario reminiscent of Gulliver's Travels. Meanwhile, Optimus Prime and his team embark on a mission to locate Bumblebee, but their journey is fraught with danger as they come under attack by Blackout and other Decepticons seeking revenge for the fate of Onslaught and the Combaticons. On the planet of the Mini-Cons, Bumblebee finds himself lavished with adoration and care by his newfound followers, reveling in their attention. As Bumblebee enjoys the attention of the Mini-Cons, oblivious to the chaos unfolding in space, Optimus Prime and his team fend off relentless attacks from Blackout and the Decepticons. Despite the perilous circumstances, they remain determined to rescue their lost comrade.

Back on the planet of the Mini-Cons, Bumblebee's paradise is shattered when a space monster arrives, intent on capturing the Mini-Cons for its own purposes. Unwilling to let harm befall his newfound friends, Bumblebee courageously confronts the space monster, rallying the Mini-Cons to stand against their aggressor. Just as the situation reaches a critical point, Optimus Prime and his Autobot team arrive, engaging in a fierce battle with the space monster. Working together, they manage to defeat the space monster and ensure the safety of the Mini-Cons. Grateful for their rescue, some of the Mini-Cons decide to join Optimus Prime and his team, eager to aid their newfound allies in their ongoing struggle against the Decepticons. With Bumblebee safely back in their ranks and a few additional allies by their side, Optimus Prime and his Autobots depart from the Mini-Con planet, returning to Earth to continue their fight against the Decepticons for the safety of Earth and Cybertron.

Chapter 34: It Came From Planet Cybertron

An Autobot came to Earth with an important message for Optimus Prime. But after scanning a flying saucer as his alternate mode from a B-movie set, he suffers amnesia and comes to believe he is really an alien invader named Cosmos. Meanwhile, S.T.E.A.M and their founder, Harold Attinger breaks themselves free from prison and set out to seek their revenge on the Autobots. Meanwhile, Porter C. Powell creates some of his own robotic versions of the Predacons after getting an idea from Blackarachnia who's been creating her own army of Predacons back at her lab before she decided to join the Autobots. Powell created Predaking and the robotic Predacons to fight against the Dinobots ala Lex Luthor style.

Meanwhile, Cosmos attacks Detroit when Predaking and Powell's Predacons fight against Grimlock and the Dinobots and Optimus Prime recognizes the Autobot flying saucer and he and his team work on stopping Cosmos. While Blackarachnia helps the Dinobots defeat Predaking and the Predacons with the help of Smokescreen, Altair Comet, Slipstream and Waspinator, Optimus manages to jog Cosmos' memory and Comsos realizes that he's not an alien invader but an Autobot. Predaking and the Predacons turn against their creator, Porter C. Powell and Sari Sumdac fight off Predaking before he could kill his creator. After defeating the Predacons and imprisoning them and Predaking, Cosmos tells Optimus Prime that Ultra Magnus wants to speak to him before he dies.

Chapter 35: The Weight of Responsibility

Optimus Prime returns to Cybertron and goes to the infirmary where Ultra Magnus gives Optimus his famous last words and he gives him his dying wish for Optimus Prime to take Ultra Magnus' place as the new ruler of Cybertron, as the new Autobot Supreme Commander, and as the new Autobot leader and Ultra Magnus tells Optimus Prime that he doesn't have to rename himself, "Optimus Magnus" because Optimus will be more than a Magnus, he will be a true Prime whose heroism is in his programming. After Ultra Magnus dies, Optimus Prime and millions of Autobots go to Ultra Magnus' funeral where Ultra Magnus' daughter, Strongarm, and her siblings and her mother mourn the death of their loved one. Optimus Prime finally becomes the new Autobot Supreme Commander and chooses not to be renamed "Optimus Magnus" and after he becomes the new leader of the Autobots and the new ruler of Cybertron, Rodimus Prime becomes Optimus Prime's first lieutenant.

In the aftermath of Ultra Magnus's passing, Ironhide and Alpha Trion recover from their injuries inflicted by Sentinel Prime and Doomsayer. The Autobots successfully eliminate the Decepticon weapon fueled by Dark Energon, a substance Alpha Trion reveals as the malevolent essence of Unicron, the chaos bringer. With Optimus Prime assuming the role of Autobot Supreme Commander, he faces a multitude of responsibilities: ruling Cybertron, caring for his daughter Altair Comet, seeking a cure for Blackarachnia, gathering techno-organic Energon, and devising a strategy to thwart Megatron and the Decepticons' threats to Earth and Cybertron. The weight of these duties weighs heavily on Optimus as he navigates his newfound leadership.

Meanwhile, Strongarm continues to mourn the death of her father, Ultra Magnus, when the Protectobots arrest a delinquent named Sideswipe who's been causing a lot of trouble while street racing. Smokescreen and Altair Comet would return to Cybertron with Rattletrap while Blackarachnia, Slipstream, Waspinator, Grimlock, the Dinobots, Steve the Vehicon stay at the Autobot base with Sari Sumdac and Professor Issac Sumdac making sure that they don't do anything treacherous or suspicious.

Chapter 36: Megatron Must Be Stopped

As Megatron's plan to reformat Earth into a new Decepticon homeworld reaches fruition, the Autobots must join forces with Slipstream, Blackarachnia and Waspinator, and the Dinobots to defeat Megatron once and for all. Just as they have apprehended Megatron, Megatron tells his son, Orion Eclipse to help him destroy Optimus Prime for revenge, but Orion refuses and he once again renounces the Decepticons to rejoin the Autobots again as he refuses to obey his father, Megatron. Megatron would be furious with his son for betraying him again before the Autobots and their allies prepared to have Megatron taken to prison on Cybertron. However, it turns out that the Decepticon leader has created many duplicates of himself as a distraction.

Powermaster Optimus Prime defeats the real Megatron, only for Megatron to then download his mind into the city of Kaon itself. Using Blackarachnia's techno-organic virus, Megatron has the city begin to grow to cover Earth. As our heroes prepare to save the world, Orion Eclipse confronts his father, Megatron, to protect Optimus Prime and Megatron would tell Orion Eclipse that he's disobeyed him for the last time before he tries to kill his son, only for Starscream to intervene. After working together to stop Blackarachnia's techno-organic virus and save the Earth, Megatron gets put into prison. But after Megatron gets put in prison, a new threat emerges as Quintessa and the Quintessons threaten to conquer Cybertron and enslave all the Cybertronians that live there.

Determined to save his planet from the Quintesson invasion, Optimus Prime faces the Quintessons with his team before he discovers that Quintessa is the one who caused the deaths of Optimus' parents, Solarguard and Thetas Prime. After saving Cybertron from the Quintessons, Blackarachnia gets taken by Quintessa and she gives her a new look before encouraging her to continue making her Predacon army. Quintessa would tell Blackarachnia that she must use the Allspark to power up a techno-organic virus that will wipe out the Autobots or else Quintessa will destroy Blackarachnia's daughter if she doesn't cooperate. Altair Comet is happy to be reunited with her boyfriend, Orion Eclipse, and he promises never to return to the Decepticons again, saying that he is destined to be an Autobot rather than a Decepticon leader. Optimus decides to rescue Blackarachnia from the Quintessons, even if it meant confronting his parents' killer.

Chapter 37: Web of Lies

Optimus Prime, accompanied by a team of Autobots, embarks on a mission to the planet Quintessa to rescue Blackarachnia from the clutches of the Quintessons. Quintessa gave Blackarachnia a new color scheme and she even gave her her own Predacon insignia to replace her Decepticon insignia and Quintessa begins influencing Blackarachnia to work on the techno-organic virus. Amidst the battle against the Quintessons, Optimus Prime engages in a fierce confrontation with his parents' killer, Quintessa herself. As the conflict intensifies, Quintessa gains the upper hand and is poised to strike down Optimus Prime. However, Blackarachnia intervenes, halting Quintessa's attack. In a desperate attempt to manipulate Blackarachnia, Quintessa threatens to expose her feelings for Optimus Prime. Unwavering, Blackarachnia admits her love for Optimus Prime and forgives him for past actions, regardless of the consequences.

After escaping from Quintessa, Blackarachnia betrays Optimus Prime and returns to her evil ways as she reveals her plan to turn Optimus Prime and Altair Comet into techno-organic Predacons so that they and Blackarachnia could be the ultimate family. Blackarachnia abducts her daughter, Altair Comet and she returns to her lair. Optimus Prime decides to go after Blackarachnia and rescue his daughter with the help of his Autobot and Dinobot friends. Waspinator decides to help Optimus Prime know where to find his daughter and he leads the Autobots and the Dinobots to where Blackarachnia has taken Altair Comet.

At Blackarachnia's lair, Blackarachnia tells her daughter that she's become the leader of her Predacon army and that she created her Predacon minions, Antagony, Inferno, and her newest creation, Gnashteeth whose T-rex mode was based on Grimlock though Blackarachnia made improvements to his intellect.

Altair Comet begs her mother not to turn her into a techno-organic Predacon, but Blackarachnia refuses to listen as she intends to turn her daughter and Optimus Prime into techno-organic Predacons and Blackarachnia says how she and her Predacon army will conquer Cybertron and unleash an Allspark-powered techno-organic virus that'll turn the Autobots into Predacons.

Chapter 38: New Divide

Optimus Prime arrives at Blackarachnia's lair to rescue his daughter, Altair Comet. At Blackarachnia's lab, Optimus gets captured by Inferno and Antagony and Blackarachnia combines Optimus' stolen CNA with that of a gorilla to create her ultimate Predacon warrior: Optimus Primal. Blackarachnia says that she's gonna use the same organic spider CNA that turned her into a spider-fembot to transform Optimus Prime and Altair Comet into techno-organic spider-bots so that she can have her ultimate family. Optimus Prime begs Blackarachnia not to do it, but then when Gnashteeth got smart after he heard about Megatron, he decided to rename himself "Megatron II" and he decided to betray and overthrow Blackarachnia and take over as the true leader of the Predacons.

After Optimus Primal and the other Predacons were brought to life, Megatron II turns against his creator and Blackarachnia is shocked when Gnashteeth, now renamed "Megatron II" has betrayed her and he even attempted to kill and usurp Blackarachnia before Optimus Primal steps in to protect Blackarachnia from Megatron II. Optimus Primal and Megatron II would fight and the Predacons would be divided into two groups: The Maximals and the Predacons. Optimus Prime would rescue Altair Comet and even Blackarachnia and they tried to save Waspinator, but Megatron II prevented him from escaping. Megatron II would attack Blackarachnia and inject her with the spider mutation serum which would turn her into a giant spider.

Optimus Prime and his friends and family would escape and return to their world while Optimus Primal and Megatron II stayed behind and kickstarted the Beast Wars between Predacons and Maximals. Optimus promises to help his clone defeat Megatron II one day, but right now he has to find a cure for Blackarachnia immediately and turn her back to Elita-One before she becomes a spider forever. Optimus Prime carries the half-dead and infected Blackarachnia to Alpha Trion and he begs him to help find a cure that will save her. Alpha Trion tells Optimus Prime that he will help her save Blackarachnia and turn her back to Elita-One.

Wheeljack, Perceptor and Red Alert inject Blackarachnia with a serum that stops her spider mutation from getting worse before Optimus Prime remembers back when he used the Matrix of Leadership to turn Arachnus Prime back into his former self. Optimus Prime uses the Matrix of Leadership on Blackarachnia and Wheeljack, Perceptor, and Red Alert have finally found an antidote that can cure Blackarachnia and turn her back into Elita-One. Five days later, Blackarachnia is finally turned back into Elita-One. Not only did the Autobot scientists changed Blackarachnia back into Elita-One, but they've managed to give her a new look with a pink color scheme. Blackarachnia was originally willing to be reformed and turned back to normal after she helped Optimus Prime defeat Megatron and she reunited with her daughter, Altair Comet, who helped her mother see the good from inside her.

Chapter 39: The Wedding Day

Several months later, after Blackarachnia was cured and turned back into Elita-One, Optimus Prime finally popped the question and he asked Elita-One to marry him. She accepts his proposal and the two begin their wedding plans. Optimus Prime and Elita-One finally get married after being separated for so long until Blackarachnia was finally turned back into Elita-One. They have their beautiful wedding day at Iacon inside the Church of Primus with all of their friends and guest attending the wedding and with Alpha Trion playing the role as the priest.

Firestar picked out the perfect wedding dress for her old friend. Bulkhead cried during the wedding because he cries at weddings, Wheeljack was the ring bearer, Sari Sumdac was the flower girl, Elita-One's bridesmaids were Moonracer, Firestar, Lancer, Arcee, Chromia, and Greenlight. Optimus Prime's groomsmen were Bulkhead, Ratchet, Bumblebee, and Jazz. Altair Comet and Orion Eclipse (who left his evil father, Megatron last month and rejoined the Autobots) were there at the wedding and Altair was happy to see that her long-lost parents were finally married.

After Optimus Prime and Elita-One were finally married, Megatron and his Decepticons escaped from prison and they return to Earth to go back to unfinished business. Meanwhile, Sideswipe gets bailed out of jail and reunites with his twin brother, Sunstreaker, and his adopted father, Roadbuster, who scolds him for getting into trouble. Sideswipe meets Strongarm and she decides to change him from a delinquent into an Autobot rookie as she takes him to the Autobot boot camp to make him into a better bot. Meanwhile, back on Earth, Megatron and his Decepticons return to Kaon where they plan their next scheme. Elsewhere, in Doomsayer's secret underground lair, the nefarious Destructicon leader and his evil Mini-Cons conduct a dark experiment to transform the late Sentinel Prime into a new being named Jhiaxus, adorned with a Destructicon insignia. Through advanced machinery and super science, they alter Sentinel's appearance, colors, and even his name, imbuing him with dark energy. Upon awakening, Jhiaxus emerges as a formidable servant of Doomsayer, ready to carry out his master's bidding.

However, Jhiaxus soon goes missing, prompting Doomsayer's wrath as he discovers the Destructicon's absence and suspects his allegiance may have shifted. Determined to regain control, Doomsayer sets out to find Jhiaxus, who, in turn, heads to Kaon, seeking revenge against Optimus Prime. Rejecting his role as Doomsayer's pawn, Jhiaxus embraces his newfound identity, vowing to join the Decepticons and settle the score with Optimus Prime. As tensions rise and loyalties are tested, Jhiaxus's quest for vengeance sets the stage for a dramatic confrontation that will shape the fate of Cybertron and Earth.

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