WARNING! Spoilers for Transformers #13Megatron just demonstrated his alternate mode in the Energon Universe, and Transformers fans should be happy about this revelation. Megatron was teased throughout the first arc of the new series until it was revealed that he was imprisoned by the secret society Cobra-La. Megatron broke free last summer. Energon Universe special, although fans never got to see him transform in the new continuity, leading to a lot of speculation as to what his alternate mode would be.
Transformers #13 by Daniel Warren Johnson and Jason Howard sets aside the main story while readers get to experience Starscream’s backstory, which took place millennia ago on Cybertron. Readers learn that Starscream’s real name was Ulkhtar and that he was actually a peaceful scientist who was friends with Jetfire and new character Genvo.
Their way of life is soon interrupted by the Autobot-Decepticon war, and Genvo joins Megatron’s faction. When Genvo is killed in battle by the Autobots, Ulkhtar is approached Megatron transforming into a pistol and offers the newly renamed Starscream a place among the Decepticons.
Megatron’s Alternate Mode is a pistol in the Energon universe
Transformers No. 13 by Daniel Warren Johnson, Jason Howard, Mike Spicer and Russ Wooton.
Energon Universe has preserved the classics in a new way Transformers series, as most of the characters and their designs are very similar to their G1 counterparts. Once Megatron debuted, fans weren’t sure if the Decepticon leader would also use his original alt mode. The Decepticon leader has rarely worn this since G1, as the pistol’s alt mode became controversial in later years. As such, Turning Megatron into a gun that Starscream can wield is a pretty big deal.and the creative team is busy with the moment Transformers No. 13, with all the significance that such a disclosure deserves.
Over the years since the release of the original toy, Megatron has been given several different alternate modes as replacements for the original. When Transformers the franchise was rebooted in Generation 2 toy line from the 1990s, a new version of Megatron has hit toy store shelves. Featuring a rather vibrant green and purple camouflage color scheme, this 90’s version of Megatron turned into a tank. In later versions, the Decepticon leader is transformed into various forms of flying aircraft, and alternate continuity Alternativeity even depicted it in its alt mode as a sports car.
Given this history, it would be reasonable to assume that the Energon Universe would follow a similar path and turn Megatron into some version of a tank, as he has done in recent media such as War for Cybertron series or Transformers One. Fans of the classic game should be pleased with the reveal of the Decepticon leader’s alternate mode, but the creative team may have an ace up their sleeve to also ensure they don’t alienate new fans. New design for Megatron’s pistol has what look like tank tracks under the barrel of the pistol. this could mean that the Decepticon may still have the ability to transform into a tank.
Megatron uses himself as a weapon to recruit Starscream
What does this mean for the Energon Universe?
In addition to confirming his alt mode, Megatron’s transformation into a gun makes a big difference for the origin given to Starscream in this issue. In the original cartoon, Megatron often transforms into weapon mode, after which he jumps into the arms of his second-in-command. Final scene in Transformers Issue 13 adds a new dimension to this dynamic, as Megatron’s willingness to fall directly into the hands of Ulkhtar/Starscream demonstrates the recruiting tactics of a charismatic leader. The symbolism of him allowing himself to be weaponized acts as a metaphor for how Megatron turns his message into a weapon for others to use.
Of course, since Optimus Prime currently has Megatron’s cannon arm, it is unknown whether the Decepticon leader will be able to transform in his current state. His battle with Golobulus after escaping Cobra-La left Megatron pretty beat up, so who knows what will happen when he decides to show up again. Perhaps he’ll even take on a different, more powerful alt mode when and if he reappears in the modern day and is repaired. Megatron will need all the firepower he can handle. if he wants to take back control of the Decepticons from current leader Saudwave, so it would make sense if it was revealed that he has another alt mode as a powered up tank.
Connected
Megatron’s inevitable return to the big stage opens up a number of intriguing plot possibilities, including what will happen when the Decepticon leader sees Optimus Prime using his right arm. Skybound seems to be building a big story regarding the worlds Transformers, GI Joe And Void Rivalsso it will be interesting to see how Megatron fits into the upcoming epic events. Whenever the original Decepticon leader does resurface, the consequences for both the Autobots and Decepticons will be huge, but for now it’s nice to see the creators paying homage to the classic. Transformers knowledge, giving Megatron his original alt mode.
Transformers #13 available now from Skybound Entertainment.