#transformers idw

[dailymothanon]

For my own personal sake I choose to imagine that when IDW Soundwave used the Enigma he got to smile truly for the last time cuz he got to see everyone dear to him one last time and join them okay 🤧 HE’S VERY DEAR TO ME!!!! ohhh IDW Soundwave you’re so tragic but wonderful

Every now and then I look at these panels and get sick to my stomach… like even Mainframe is there waiting for him ohhh

[vganimefanatic]

One of the best examples of such a character is Rodimus from Transformers IDW.

On one hand, he's an absolute MANCHILD with an ego the size of the moon whose antics drive even his closest friends and allies up the wall.

On the other hand, he sincerely loves his crew and doesn't care that they are all a bunch of misfits and is willing to even die fighting for/with them.

The same foolhardy 'never give up' attitude Rodimus has that lands him into trouble is also why he is such an incredible encourager. For real this dude managed to give OPTIMUS FREAKING PRIME a successful pep talk.

Never in my life have I ever encountered a character I wanted simultaneously hug and/or strangle as much as Rodimus and that's a testament to how well written he is.

Tips for writing flawed but lovable characters.

Flawed characters are the ones we root for, cry over, and remember long after the story ends. But creating a character who’s both imperfect and likable can feel like a tightrope walk. 

1. Flaws That Stem From Their Strengths

When a character’s greatest strength is also their Achilles' heel, it creates depth.

Strength: Fiercely loyal.

Flaw: Blind to betrayal or willing to go to dangerous extremes for loved ones.

“She’d burn the whole world down to save her sister—even if it killed her.”

2. Let Their Flaws Cause Problems

Flaws should have consequences—messy, believable ones.

Flaw: Impatience.

Result: They rush into action, ruining carefully laid plans.

“I thought I could handle it myself,” he muttered, staring at the smoking wreckage. “Guess not.”

3. Show Self-Awareness—or Lack Thereof

Characters who know they’re flawed (but struggle to change) are relatable. Characters who don’t realize their flaws can create dramatic tension.

A self-aware flaw: “I know I talk too much. It’s just… silence makes me feel like I’m disappearing.” A blind spot: “What do you mean I always have to be right? I’m just better at solving problems than most people!”

4. Give Them Redeeming Traits

A mix of good and bad keeps characters balanced.

Flaw: They’re manipulative.

Redeeming Trait: They use it to protect vulnerable people.

“Yes, I lied to get him to trust me. But he would’ve died otherwise.”

Readers are more forgiving of flaws when they see the bigger picture.

5. Let Them Grow—But Slowly

Instant redemption feels cheap. Characters should stumble, fail, and backslide before they change.

Early in the story: “I don’t need anyone. I’ve got this.”

Midpoint: “Okay, fine. Maybe I could use some help. But don’t get used to it.”

End: “Thank you. For everything.”

The gradual arc makes their growth feel earned.

6. Make Them Relatable, Not Perfect

Readers connect with characters who feel human—messy emotions, bad decisions, and all.

A bad decision: Skipping their best friend’s wedding because they’re jealous of their happiness.

A messy emotion: Feeling guilty afterward but doubling down to justify their actions.

A vulnerable moment: Finally apologizing, unsure if they’ll be forgiven.

7. Use Humor as a Balancing Act

Humor softens even the most prickly characters.

Flaw: Cynicism.

Humorous side: Making snarky, self-deprecating remarks that reveal their softer side.

“Love? No thanks. I’m allergic to heartbreak—and flowers.”

8. Avoid Overdoing the Flaws

Too many flaws can make a character feel unlikable or overburdened.

Instead of: A character who’s selfish, cruel, cowardly, and rude.

Try: A character who’s selfish but occasionally shows surprising generosity.

“Don’t tell anyone I helped you. I have a reputation to maintain.”

9. Let Them Be Vulnerable

Vulnerability adds layers and makes flaws understandable.

Flaw: They’re cold and distant.

Vulnerability: They’ve been hurt before and are terrified of getting close to anyone again.

“It’s easier this way. If I don’t care about you, then you can’t leave me.”

10. Make Their Flaws Integral to the Plot

When flaws directly impact the story, they feel purposeful rather than tacked on.

Flaw: Their arrogance alienates the people they need.

Plot Impact: When their plan fails, they’re left scrambling because no one will help them.

Flawed but lovable characters are the backbone of compelling stories. They remind us that imperfection is human—and that growth is possible.

[bastardlybonkers]

ok so i wrote a fic based on a comic i drew and some doodles but then i wanted to do a doodle based on the fic...

[dystopiansewerrat]

the morning before that photo shoot

a few other versions bcs I’m a loser

[luxuki-1]

YouTube

Inspired by the one panel in dark cybertron (I stopped reading to make this)

also featuring my Megatron design I have yet to post

[newborntransformersfan]

Codexa core

Reject reading social cues!! Embrace collecting personal intel via the mycorrhizal network that connect us all.

[wxnter-rain]

Beachcomber? More like Peachcomber 🍑

[docvigne]

"The nasty pink lighting isn't so nasty in your company" 🥂

[cromonania]

Vortex

[dimplekat]

Don't do this to me, dawg!

something something, au where ravage is the last cassette alive and soundwave has to choose between his loyalty to her and his loyalty to megatron

[soundop-central]

i understand jazzprowl now

master megatron #4

[beleor-1]

You're in the box!

[hoiststowline]

mindless touches & other sentiments [sunstreaker, first aid & skywarp]

personally, I don’t pin sunstreaker for being much of a fan regarding anything touchy-feely, lest in public. circling back to this headcanon, here is where a lot of softer gestures and actions would occur, behind the privacy of closed doors. his thumbs settle on your front, just below your pelvis, and the rest of his digits curl around your back to interlock. sunstreaker probably finds out if you’re ticklish here too, accidentally nudging a sensitive spot that has you squirming away from his touch. just because he’s an instigator, often times he will map out the areas that get the most reaction out of you. your laughter is enough to keep a small smile on his face, before dropping his head back into your lap with an exhausted huff.

sunstreaker probably ruffles up your clothes. a lot. he tugs at your sleeve to get your attention, pinches the back of your shirt to gently pull you closer, sticks his cold fingers underneath your sweatshirt. in his mind, your clothes are replaceable, and you are not. early on in the relationship, he’s likely still figuring out the ratio of how benign and soft he has to be with his s/o. in more intimate moments, the placidness arrives on instinct, but in more quick motions or subconscious ones, he’s got some navigating to do. so, if he’s in a conversation he needs an escape route from, he’s reaching next to him for your sleeve to yank a few times.

he is definitely a ‘acts of service’ mech, in love language terms. sunstreaker will end up doing whatever his s/o asks, but he’s going to complain about it. he insists on driving you to and from work, running errands with you any chance he has. he's less likely to vocalize his affection and sentiments aloud, so demonstrating his love in other ways is a happy compromise for him. with time, sunstreaker may become a little more forthcoming and open to articulating his endearment in other manners. yet, he's a creature of habit, and tends to adhere to the gestures he and his s/o have already carefully carved out. as long as you're happy, he is as well.

first aid gently thrums his digits against his s/o side. it's often an instinctive and involuntary action, typically either when he's lost in thought, or listening intently to what you're saying. he also is guilty of slowly pulling you closer to his side, especially if he deems you are too far away after time spent apart. i don't see him as someone overly affectionate, but more lowkey and simple actions demonstrate his longing and caring nature. the sentiments he does display are crafty and artful. half the time, nobody knows nor realizes first aid has a palm on your lower back, or a digit slipped around your arm.

first aid will make it work so that if he can do everything one handed, but it mostly occurs while he's sat at his desk going over files and records. one digit comes to rest in your hand, mesmerized by the soft skin of your palm and how warm your touch is. if you invite him to do so, don't expect him to let go so easily. simple gesture such as this keep him grounded and soothed, feeling entirely at ease to have you so close. a curiosity arises, oftentimes his touch will traverse from your hand to your wrist, all the way up to the crook of your elbow and then back down. if you have a sweatshirt or long sleeves on, he traces over the cloth, completely unbothered by it.

time apart in all likelihood hits him pretty hard. mostly because it is more often than not his fault, responsibilities require his attention over other things and it's not a statement he likes to dwell on. first aid supposes and comes to understand it makes time together all the more important, treasuring it. he's very upfront about everything and wants to make sure you are alright with his occupational demands. though, this also leads to making time for his s/o in moments he never thinks are long enough, but desirable nonetheless. such as trying to line up both your breaks so you can catch up together, or even if he's running on empty he'll still pick you up from work. just so he can see you and have an exchange that isn't carried out over the phone.

the first time skywarp tried to affectionately touch you, he shocked you. and it's only ones natural reaction to sit up a little straighter at the noise of the static, to which he thought he actually hurt you, yanking his servo up and away. immediately, his brow furrows, a concerned expression arising, laced with some mild irritation. after you quickly explain the phenomenon, he's even less inclined to continue touching you. it takes a lot more coaxing and patience to build that confidence back up, firmly and relentlessly expounding that it hadn't hurt, not even a bit.

skywarp doesn't understand why, but you always fall asleep against his side. it's usually if he's preoccupied with work or a task in one hand, but the other is totally free to settle on your lower back, then over the curve of your hip. he claims he isn't doing anything, but the combination of his warmer touch and the shapes he's drawing on your upper thigh? game over. skywarp knows your about to fall asleep when he feels your cheek land on his torso, fingers grabbing at whatever plating is in reach. he teases you, enough that you burrow deeper into his side to evade his sweet jests, leaving a trail of mumbled, sleepy nonsense.

loves running a digit up your spine. it always, without fail, creates a chill, shuddering at the sensation. this is often a subconscious gesture to get your attention, but if he's doing it intentionally your reaction is heavily amusing to him, and what he's searching for. skywarp loves observing your shoulders jump to your ears, a red twinge appearing before you turn around, a sheepish smile already there. he would do anything in his power to make his s/o blush, and evidently hooking a digit underneath your chin and telling you how perfect you are is the number one culprit.

[darthhater66]

All that shiny went away over 4 million years of war, rough. Good art tho <3

all done:) experimenting with my style more, especially lineart.

[streakyfreak-me]

astroblitz bois