The Transformers Universe

The Transformers Universe is exactly what it sounds like. It is a series that combines elements from all the different Transformers lore, specifically G1, Beast Wars, the Movieverse, Animated, the Aligned continuity (Prime and the WFC/FOC games), and the IDW comics. The Transformers Universe is meant to take the best of all these worlds, along with my own creative flair, and combine them into what I envision to be a series that can be enjoyed by all Transfans. And given just how expansive Transformers lore is, you will be seeing a plethora of different characters from the various different universes, and also some original characters. The series opens in the aftermath of the Autobot-Decepticon War; Cybertron has been rendered uninhabitable and both sides have flocked to different worlds in order to survive. The series follows a band of twelve Autobots led by Optimus Prime who journey to Earth after learning that it was seeded with vast amounts of Energon during the war. Megatron's Decepticons follow and Earth becomes a new battleground for the Transformers. Sounds like any typical Transformers series, doesn't it? Well, this is where things get interesting. While Optimus's team is the main focus, the series will not be confined to just Earth. We will journey to different worlds and get to see the unique perspectives of some of the other Transformers who are battling for their survival. One of these worlds is Cybertron, which has not been completely abandoned. Factions led by Ultra Magnus, Grimlock, and Shockwave remain to continue the fight that the Decepticons technically already won. Every story builds up to something bigger down the road.
Characters
Autobots
Main
Optimus Prime (Peter Cullen) - Optimus Prime is the Supreme Commander of the Autobot forces, and leader of the Earth-bound Autobot squadron. Before the Great Autobot-Decepticon War that rendered Cybertron uninhabitable, Optimus was a records clerk named Orion Pax, and was employed in Cybertron’s Hall of Records. In the twilight years of the war, Primus (the creator of Cybertron and the Transformers) made Orion Autobot leader by bestowing him with the Matrix of Leadership, which contained the collective wisdom of all previous Primes. Skilled in strategic planning and combat, he is able to focus even under extreme mental or physical distress, channeling energy caused by stress to his benefit rather than hindering him. Although a stern, serious, and methodical commander, he is a compassionate robot who deeply cares for each of his subordinates and retains unwavering trust in them. Optimus Prime transforms into a red and blue Western Star 5700xe semi-trailer truck.
Bumblebee (Will Friedle) - Bumblebee is a young Autobot scout and data courier who transforms into a black and yellow 2017 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1. He was part of the last generation of Cybertronians that emerged from the Well of the All Sparks after it had stopped producing life in a lull at the beginning Great Autobot-Decepticon War. Like all born during the war, he joined the Autobots. However, despite his youth and occasional immaturity, Bumblebee holds a lot of reserve in the heat of battle. He is an experienced warrior who has seen firsthand the consequences of war and has adjusted to it accordingly. He is also quite amicable amongst his allies, and has taken more initiative than any other Autobot in befriending the humans of Earth. Bumblebee’s biggest weakness stems from a lack of confidence. He wishes to take the ultimate step and gain the courage to bold, despite the fact that he is already bold on his own and is looked at highly by his fellow Autobots.
Jazz (Phil LaMarr) - Jazz is a philosophical, laid-back, and musically-inclined lieutenant who develops a fondness for urban culture and is always looking to learn more. He is often given the most dangerous assignments, because he is the coolest head for the toughest missions. Jazz's ease extends to whatever environment he finds himself in, no matter how weird or wonderful. He effortlessly tunes into the local culture, assimilating and improvising, and making creative command decisions, making him an indispensable ally to Optimus Prime. Like Prowl, he was trained in Cybertronian martial arts by Yoketron, and his signature weapons are a pair of laser nunchaku. He also incorporates sound-based functions into his ranged weaponry. Optimus frequently refers to Jazz as “Old Friend”, because they were employed together in Cybertron’s Hall of Records before the war, when Optimus was Orion Pax. Jazz transforms into a Bugatti Veyron L’Or Blanc.
Prowl (Jeff Bennett) - Prowl is a hunter and infiltrator who transforms into a Carbon Motors E7 police car. Before the war, Prowl acted as go-between for the civilian High Council guards and various city-state militias. He allied with Optimus Prime during Megatron’s attack on Praxus, Prowl's home city. A committed environmentalist and lover of flora and fauna both technological and organic, Prowl’s quarters on Earth is missing most of its ceiling, allowing him a permanent window into nature. In fact, he seems to have a deeper appreciation of his new surroundings than the humans who grew up with them. The phrase "stop and smell the roses" is a life truth for Prowl, and he can spend hours motionless, watching the organic world play out around him. Like Jazz, he was trained in Cybertronian martial arts by Yoketron, and his signature weapons are shurikens stored in the wheels of his vehicle mode.
Ironhide (Keith Szarabaijka) - Ironhide is the Autobots’ cantankerous weapons specialist, who transforms into a red Ford F-150 SVT Raptor. Ironhide first met Optimus Prime during the prolonged stalemate at Praxus. Furious at the loss of his home city, Ironhide joined the Autobot cause despite his cynicism regarding Optimus's leadership. It was at Praxus that Optimus first showed a preference to stand and fight rather than make strategic withdrawals, and Ironhide slowly but surely began to trust in Optimus. He is grouchy and short-tempered, often having little patience with his younger, less seasoned teammates and initially being hostile towards humans. However, despite his generally obstinate attitude Ironhide does truly care about the wellbeing of his fellow Autobots and he understands the importance of protecting humanity. 
Ratchet (Jeffrey Combs) - Ratchet is the Autobots' medical officer and a seasoned veteran of the Great Autobot-Decepticon War, who transforms into a Ford E-450 Super Duty ambulance. Before the war, Ratchet was among the best medics on Cybertron, one of considerable skill and renown. While outwardly, he may seem reserved and phlegmatic, Ratchet cares deeply about his friends and would face the entire Decepticon army head-on to save any one of them. What most of his comrades do not know is that Ratchet has been left bitter and jaded by some grisly experiences he had during the war for Cybertron, feelings that he harbors within himself and does not share with anyone. His robot mode design is reminiscent of the Transformers: Animated character of the same name. He has laser scalpels, arc-welders, electron microscopes, circuit sensors, and fluid dispensers at his disposal.
Sideswipe (Travis Willingham) - Sideswipe has a need for speed. An avid racer, he takes pride in the fact that he considers himself the fastest in the universe. Before the war, Sideswipe was once a promising racer who was wanted in over half of Cybertron’s racing circuits, but his reckless nature cost him his career. He eventually joined the Autobot cause to try and redeem himself. He relishes a fight to the finish with an opponent, and will use underhanded tactics when absolutely necessary. His rash actions often lead to injuries, but he takes them all in stride. Sideswipe transforms into a red W Motors Lykan Hypersport.
Bulkhead (Kevin Michael Richardson) - Once a laborer in Cybertron’s Space Bridge Engineering Guild, Bulkhead is a large and powerful Autobot warrior and devoted follower of Optimus Prime who transforms into a green Lamborghini LM002 and is based on the Transformers: Animated character of the same name. Despite his size and intimidating appearance, he is a gentle, intelligent, and passive Autobot, but can often be clumsy and hot-headed.  At the beginning of the war, he joined the Wreckers, an Autobot commando unit, but later transferred to Optimus Prime’s unit despite his loyalty to the Wreckers, in order to witness the birth of a new era on the planet Earth. Ironically (or at least from the Decepticons’ point of view), he is the most knowledgeable Autobot when it comes to space bridges. His closest friend is the Wrecker Wheeljack.
Perceptor (Jim Ward) - Perceptor is a socially nuanced and technologically gifted Autobot scientist. He transforms into a red Range Rover Evoque that can convert into a research station with a large microscope. He has an unquenchable thirst for knowledge and seeks exclusion of all else. His primary role is to study the best ways the Autobots can adapt to Earth. Perceptor’s scientific specialities include astronomy and physics, though his thirst for knowledge has made him a kind of scientific jack-of-all-trades. Perceptor is the odd man out among the Autobots in that he openly opposes protecting humanity, believing that it will only lead to more tragedy. He hardly enters combat, spending most of his time at Autobot headquarters, operating the ground bridge and coordinating the Autobot forces on Earth.
Silverbolt (Patrick Seitz) - Silverbolt serves as Optimus Prime’s second-in-command, with a witty, cheerful personality that helps to bridge the distance between Prime as leader and his troops. The friendly nature that keeps him popular amongst the Autobots hides a strong sense of intelligent judgment that has saved his team from numerous predicaments, and means that he will even speak up and tell Prime that he is wrong to his face. Whereas the Generation 1 incarnation was acrophobic, this Silverbolt is one of the fastest and most skilled fliers among all Cybertronians. Starscream is contemptuous of Silverbolt, believing himself to be Cybertron’s finest air warrior. Silverbolt transforms into a Northrop F-5A/B Freedom Fighter.
Jetfire (Troy Baker) - Jetfire was one of the few Seekers who chose to side with the Autobots rather than the Decepticons, and becomes one of a handful of Autobots who are flight capable. Jetfire’s dedication the Autobot cause is matched only by his devotion to scientific and technological advancement — this, he believes, is the only way in which victory over the Decepticons can be achieved. It is this overriding belief that tempers his bravado in battle, but nevertheless, he is often one of the most eager Autobots to plunge into combat, and his position as one of the fastest usually means he is the first to do so. Jetfire transforms into a General Atomics F-16XL.
Air Raid (Liam O'Brien) - Air Raid prefers streaking into a cluster of Decepticons to shooting at them from long range... says, "that always sparks their wires a bit. During combat situations, Air Raid will fly around the battlefield, surveying the area as a scout for tactical advantage. Passive, Air Raid is often eager to face his Autobot responsibilities with carelessness, considering the whole ordeal of a war as an “adventure”. Tactically, he is the most fearless Autobot… he has no bounds. Air Raid transforms into a McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet. 
Silverstreak (Andre Sogliuzzo) - Silverstreak serves as a spy for the Autobots. He preferably fights from distance, but has shown himself to be very proficient in hand-to-hand combat when the circumstances demand it. Silverstreak is a lone wolf and is rather secretive towards the other Autobots. Silverstreak transforms into a Quant e-Sportlimosine. 
Decepticons
Main
Megatron (Frank Welker) - Megatron is the ruthless, manipulative, and tyrannical leader of the Decepticon forces, and captain of the warship Nemesis. He transforms into a silver and purple Cybertronian tank with flight capabilities, having retained his Cybertronian vehicle mode out of disgust for humans and organic lifeforms in general. Before the war, Megatron (then calling himself “Megatronus” after one of the original thirteen Transformers) fought as a gladiator in the city of Kaon, and he was close friends with Orion Pax. However, the High Council of Elders rejected his ideas for a galaxy-spanning empire and made Orion Pax the new Prime after hearing his more benign words. The newly-christened “Megatron” then became a brutal warlord and led his violent revolutionaries, the Decepticons, against all who defied them, rendering Cybertron uninhabitable in the process. He is a fearsome warrior who only Optimus Prime is capable of fighting one-on-one.
Starscream (Steven Blum) - Starscream is Megatron’s second-in-command, who transforms into a silver and red Sukhoi Su-47 Berkut. He comes across as respectful and subservient to Megatron, but in reality, he is self-serving, treacherous, and longs to overthrow Megatron as Supreme Commander of the Decepticon forces. Originally an Air Commander of the Seekers and neutral during the Cybertronian world war, Starscream found himself enticed by the power Megatron commanded and wished to acquire it for himself, rising in the ranks to eventually become Megatron’s second-in-command. Trusted with commanding and organizing the troops, Starscream is not satisfied with the delegated power he has and wants complete control. Although one of the more powerful Decepticons, he knows that he is not very durable or physical compared to the likes of Megatron, so he bides his time, conspiring with others.
Soundwave (Frank Welker) - One of the first Cybertronians to join Megatron’s Decepticons, and, many believe, instrumental to his rise, Soundwave transforms into a blue General Atomics MQ-9 Reaper. He almost never speaks, preferring instead to record archive audio and video from other sources and repeats it when needed, displaying it on his face, which is composed entirely of an electronic screen. On the rare occasion that he does speak, it is never more than a few words and usually only to acknowledge an order. He is armed with a pair of probing tentacles, has the ability to open ground bridge portals anywhere on Earth, and commands a bird-like surveillance drone named Laserbeak. He rarely enters combat, spending most of his time supporting the Decepticons as a communications officer and technician, but has shown himself to be a very proficient fighter when circumstances demand it, displaying not only extraordinary fighting skills, but also the expert use of Laserbeak, his probing tentacles, and even his integrated ground bridge controls as effective weapons against his enemies.
Laserbeak - Laserbeak is Soundwave’s surveillance and attack drone, who charts the topography Decepticons’ new home and surveys the affairs of Autobots and Decepticons alike. Widely feared among Autobots and dubiously loyal Decepticons alike as the "eyes and ears" of Soundwave, Laserbeak is one of his most effective tools in both espionage and combat. When not in use, he rests on Soundwave’s chest.
Demolishor (Troy Baker) - Demolishor is a soldier whose extensive knowledge of military history makes him a valued member of the Decepticon army. He transforms into a TOS-1 Buratino multiple rocket launcher. His robot mode design and loyalty to Megatron, his comrades, and the Decepticon cause are based on the Transformers: Armada character of the same name. However, this Demolishor is much more intelligent, to the point of questioning any leadership decisions he sees as being selfish. Despite being armed with a complement of 60 thermobaric warheads in both robot and vehicle modes, Demolishor prefers hand-to-hand combat, a calling that he is more than cut out for. He is extremely strong, and he can take as much punishment as he can dish out. He is of a serious and morose disposition.
Barricade (Jess Harnell) - Barricade is commander of the Decepticon Crown Justices, a clandestine paramilitary force tasked with locating and exterminating traitors and deserters to the Decepticon cause, as well as high profile Autobot targets. Functioning as a scout, Barricade is the perfect Earth infiltrator, inquisitor, and hunter, and is widely feared by Autobots and dubiously loyal Decepticons alike for his sheer effectiveness and tenacity as an enforcer of Decepticon law. Barricade transforms into a black Chevrolet Suburban emergency vehicle, choosing his vehicle mode to easily hide among humans as a symbol of authority. 
Blackout (Warwick Davis) - Personally culled from a pool of Decepticon gladiators in the onset of the war, Blackout is a first-strike Decepticon who transforms into a Sikorsky Ch-53K King Stallion. He is a homage to the 2007 movie character of the same name and incorporates the insectoid style of the movie Decepticons into his robot mode. His feet are equipped with seismic energy dischargers, which allow him to generate electromagnetic pulses by stomping the ground, which causes nearby machinery to deactivate. Blackout is the largest and most heavily armed soldier in Megatron’s army. He is armed with a missile launcher, 2 arm-mounted Gatling cannons, 2 energy cannons and has the ability to disrupt electronic devices via EMP blasts. He is also able to detach and wield his tail rotor blades as a close-combat weapon. He is known for his sick humor, given that he tries to decapitate his opponents with his rotor blades.
Lugnut (David Kaye) - Lugnut is a large, hulking Decepticon who transforms into a purple Fairchild Republic A-10 Thunderbolt II and has immense physical strength. A loyal soldier at spark, he truly believes in the Decepticon cause and is fanatically devoted to Megatron, agreeing with everything he says and regarding any Decepticon who questions or doubts him as a traitor. Though most of his peers often taunt him for his loyalty, Lugnut is an efficient soldier and will carry out Megatron’s orders without question or hesitation, even he knows it may result in his own destruction. He is the second largest Decepticon in Megatron's army, standing only a few inches shorter than Blackout.
Hotlink (Kirk Thornton) - During the Great Autobot-Decepticon War, Hotlink was one of Starscream’s go to, trusted tech engineers and also among Starscream’s elite Air Commanders. An information technologist, Hotlink possesses the ability to create a secure and invisible computer space, enabling him to hack into even the most sophisticated computer systems. Hotlink’s ruthless demeanor, competence, and years of loyal service make him perhaps the only Seeker Starscream sincerely trusts and respects, and thus the only soul privy to Starscream’s ultimate plan for the Decepticons. Hotlink transforms into a purple, red, and silver F-15E Strike Eagle.
Thundercracker (Graham McTavish) - Thundercracker is a Decepticon scientist and a close friend of Skywarp. A member of the Seekers, he is among the Decepticons’ most skilled aerial combatants and is contemptuous of Cybertronians who do not acquire a flight-capable vehicle mode, believing them to be inferior. He sometimes questions the actions of his superiors, but is nevertheless devoted to the Decepticon cause and to his comrades, specifically Skywarp. However, doubts about his cause sometimes impedes his effectiveness on the battlefield. Thundercracker transforms into a blue, silver, and red Grumman F-14 Tomcat.
Skywarp (Richard Epcar) - Skywarp is a member of the Seekers and a close friend of Thundercracker. A true prankster at heart, Skywarp enjoys nothing more than sowing discord among Autobots and Decepticons alike. Fortunately, being sly and sneaky is quite conducive to his role as the Decepticons’ stealth infiltrator. He is outfitted with an experimental miniature Transwarp drive developed by Knock Out. Like the much larger versions installed on interstellar starships, the device is able to “teleport” its user instantaneously by warping space-time. Due to its size, however, Skywarp’s Transwarp drive only has a range of a few hundred meters, as opposed to the light-years-spanning range of larger ships. In the hands of a capable adversary, Skywarp’s teleportation abilities would be truly deadly, but his arrogance and lack of intelligence means he need to be constantly monitored by his superiors, or he would be useless. Skywarp transforms into a black, purple, and silver Lockheed Martin F-117A Nighthawk.
Knockout (Daran Norris) - Knock Out is the Decepticons’ Chief Medical Officer, who transforms into a red Koenigsegg Agera R. Extremely vain, narcissistic, and quite sarcastic, he takes great pride in his appearance, and becomes enraged whenever his paint scheme is damaged in any way. Nevertheless, he is a skilled fighter and uses his surgical aptitude to determine his enemies’ weak points. Although he often compliments himself for his skills as a medic, he rarely shows consideration for his patients. Knock Out also has a good relationship with Breakdown, his partner and medical assistant. 
Breakdown (Adam Baldwin) - Breakdown is a powerful and brutish Decepticon warrior who transforms into a blue, heavily armored Oshkosh Sandcat equipped with a missile turret on the roof. He shares a long-standing rivalry with Bulkhead, and is also Knock Out’s partner and medical assistant. Together, they form a dangerous team and like to go off on their own agendas. Breakdown’s loyalty to the Decepticons stems mostly from combat opportunities. In vehicle mode, his engine can emit vibrations that cause mechanical failures in nearby vehicles, crediting his name. He is slightly stronger and faster than Bulkhead and stands at the same height.
Mixmaster (Alec Willows) - Mixmaster is a psychopathic Decepticon chemist who is skilled in the use of chemicals. Once talkative, long-term exposure to Dark Energon and other substances have dramatically altered his personality, transforming him into a silent, brooding, and psychotic robot hungering for the power cores of those around him. As a result, he is not very popular among his fellow Decepticons, some of whom believe that he will one day attack them for their power cores. Continued exposure to these substances is only exacerbating his condition, however, he is a genius of a chemist, able to mix substances in the drum of his alternate mode. Due to his insanity, he is arguably Megatron’s most destructive and vicious servant. Mixmaster transforms into a yellow, orange, and green Mack Metroliner concrete mixer.
Vehicons - The Vehicons are legion of duplicate Decepticon foot soldiers cloned from Vionatron, a Decepticon assassin and warrior. Vehicons comprise the bulk of Megatron’s army. Vehicons are adaptable to several different situations. Their paint schemes often vary depending on their rank, specialization, unit, and/or environment. Vehicon commanders are grown with more capacity for independent thought than their troops, are are known by names rather than numbers.
Each of the Vehicons is split into different classes:
*Vehicon Cars - Vehicon Cars transform into Cadillac Elmirajs and perform ground operations. 
*Vehicon Jets - Vehicon Jets transform into Cybertronic fighter jets and use their energy blasts and group formations to attack the Autobots. The finest Vehicon air warriors have been recognized as Seekers by Megatron and Starscream.
*Vehicon Helicopters - Snipers that transform into Boeing AH-64 Apaches. They use laser sights which turn red when they are ready to open fire on a target, enabling them to do damage from long distances.
*Vehicon Tanks - Decepticon heavyweight soldiers that transform into M1A2 Abrams tanks. They have a protective shield around them that can withstand attacks until it is broken. Although they are powerful, they are very slow in combat.
*Vehicon Trucks - Decepticon assault soldiers that transform into Mack Titan semi-trailer trucks. They use the Energon tanks mounted on their backs to create sparks around them as they attack their enemies. They are also called Tankers. 
*Vehicon Hunters - Vehicon Hunters comprise the Decepticon Crown Justices, a clandestine paramilitary force tasked with locating and exterminating traitors and deserters to the Decepticon cause, as well as high profile Autobot targets. They transform into Ford Police Interceptors, in order to easily hide among humanity as a symbol of authority.
*Vehicon Miners - Vehicon Miners are servant-class Decepticons working on Megatron’s various mining operations. As they are not warrior class, the Autobots do not kill them indiscriminately as they do warrior-class Vehicons. Despite this, Miners possess weapons and are capable of defending themselves and their work if necessary.