More Than Meets The Eye

## Plot

### December 6, 1941

As penguins and polar bears roam the Arctic Circle, a chunk of ice breaks off from the Arctic. The Iceberg begins to flow south. It reaches the North-Eastern shores of Japan, where a Japanese crew tows it to the harbor. The iceberg is transported to a Facility North of Tokyo. General Hiro Nakadai arrives in the facility and is welcomed by Captain Mitsuo Fuchida. General Nakadai asks what they brought to Tokyo, and Fuchida mentions that the military detected life signals coming from the iceberg. Nakadai orders for the Iceberg to be melted and find out what's in the Iceberg. Hours later, A Japanese Scientist tells General Nakadai that they found a humanoid figure in the iceberg, and General Hiro orders him to free it.

As the scientists continue melting the iceberg, a large chunk breaks off, and an inanimate Scattershot comes to life. Scattershot points his guns at the scientists and soldiers, and General Nakadai orders the soldiers to stand down. Hiro approaches Scattershot and asks him who he is. Hiro tells Scattershot that they are friends, and Scattershot calms down. Hiro asks for Scattershot's origins, and Scattershot mentions that he is from the Planet Cybertron. Scattershot asks where he is, and Hiro mentions that he is on Earth. Hiro asks what happened to him, and Scattershot mentions that he was being chased by his enemies through space, before being jettisoned from his ship and crash landed in the Arctic Circle.

Hiro requests Scattershot to remain in the Facility as he speaks to his leader on the discovery. As Hiro leaves the facility, Scattershot begins to communicate with some soldiers. In the Imperial Palace, Hiro tells Emperor Hirohito of the science division's discovery. Emperor Hirohito requests Hiro to become friends with the alien, as he may be a useful ally in their plans. Hiro mentions that he will do it right away, before bowing and leaving. Hiro returns to the facility, where Scattershot shows the scientists his weaponry. Hiro asks Scattershot if he may join him in a walk. Scattershot mentions that he would like to, before exiting the building, following Hiro. General Hiro informs Scattershot of the Emperor's wish for him to join the troops in a special project.

Scattershot mentions that he would like to, but fears that he may be attacked by his enemies, who are also in the iceberg. Hiro mentions Scattershot's accent, and Scattershot mentions that he has no clue who the British are. Hiro guides Scattershot to a chamber, where they find a frozen soldier. Scattershot asks what happened, and Hiro mentions that it was a project initiated during World War I. Hiro mentions that they could use it to trap Scattershot's enemies. Scattershot mentions that he would be glad to have them trapped for a millennia. Scattershot asks Hiro of his origins, and Hiro mentions that he came from the village of Nagasaki, where his wife and children remain.

Scattershot asks what a family is, and Hiro chuckles. Hiro explains to him the function of a family, which confuses Scattershot even more. Hiro mentions that he always wanted to join the military since he was a boy, and Scattershot mentions that he was created for war. Hiro chuckles, before mentioning that he will take another trip to the Emperor. Scattershot then walks back into the building, as Hiro leaves to the Imperial Palace. Hiro informs Hirohito of Scattershot's curious origins and his accent, and Emperor Hirohito concludes that the alien is really a spy from the British Military sent to spy on them. Hiro asks if that would be possible, and Hirohito mentions that there could be no other theory.

### Betrayal of General Nakadai

Hirohito orders Hiro to trap ALL 'aliens' in the Freezing Chamber. A little concerned, Hiro bows to the Emperor and leaves the Palace. Hiro returns to the facility, where Scattershot thanks Hiro for helping him with his enemies and that he's a 'good friend'. Hiro sheds a tear, and asks Scattershot to lure the others into the Chamber. Scattershot then leaves the area, before approaching Fuchida. He tells Fuchida that they have orders to freeze ALL 'aliens'. Fuchida mentions that it will be done. Fuchida orders the scientists to melt the others. The icebergs begin to melt faster. Moments later, Windblade breaks out. Windblade begins to attack, and General Nakadai orders the soldiers to fight back.

Windblade asks for Scattershot as the other Omnicons are freed. Windblade spots Hiro and grabs him. She demands Scattershot, and Hiro mentions that he knows where her enemy is. Windblade asks Hiro to show her. Hiro asks to be let go, and Windblade let's him go. Hiro points towards the Freezing Chamber, and WIndblade orders the Omnicons to make haste. The Omnicons approach the Freezing Chamber with Hiro trailing behind them, where they find Scattershot waiting for them in the Chamber. Windblade orders the Omnicons to attack, and all of them charge Scattershot. Scattershot engages in a fight with the Omnicons as Hiro approaches the Chamber door.

Hiro locks the door shut as Scattershot attempts to flee. Hiro asks for forgiveness as Scattershot repeatedly punches the door. The freezing vents open, and Scattershot calls Hiro a traitor. Hiro continues to listen to the pounding, before it stops. The Omnicons and Scattershot are left frozen in place. As Hiro is left disappointed, Fuchida informs Hiro that they have orders from the Emperor. Hiro asks what the orders are, and Fuchida mentions that he is needed on a ship in the Pacific to initiate the Attack on Pearl Harbor. Hiro tells Fuchida to have the Freezing Chamber transported to a Hidden facility on the Northern Island. As Hiro leaves the facility, several Japanese jets begin to mobilize.

### September 14, 1984

In the middle of the state of Washington, Mt. St. Helens erupts. Friction from the eruption causes The Ark to emerge from the base of the volcano. A small rock falls into The Ark and hits Teletraan I. Teletraan I activates and launches Sky-Spy. As Sky-Spy leaves The Ark, Teletraan I activates Optimus Prime. Optimus asks what happened, and as Teletraan I continues to activate other Autobots, he informs Optimus that they crash landed and remained dormant for 4.5 Million Years. Optimus mentions that they lost time, and asked what became of the Decepticons. Teletraan I mentions that Sky-Spy is scouting for Decepticons, as Ratchet, Hot Rod, and Gears awakens. Ratchet asks what happened, and Optimus tells him that they have awoken on the target planet.

Ironhide, Arcee, Jazz, and Bumblebee awaken. Optimus asks all of them to follow him to scout the nearby area. Optimus orders Ratchet to remain behind to guard the others, as the rest leave. Ironhide asks what the plan is, and Optimus orders him to lead a team North, as he leads a team South. As Ironhide, Jazz, and Gears begin to travel North, Optimus leads the others to a nearby ridge. Optimus spots a semi and scans it. He informs the others that if they are going to scout the planet, they need disguises. Bumblebee agrees and scans a nearby Camaro. Hot Rod spies a motorcycle and offers it to Arcee. Arcee and Hot Rod kiss, before Arcee tells Hot Rod to scan first.

Hot Rod scans a Plymouth Satellite, as Arcee scans a Ferrari 275. Optimus then orders them to roll out. Meanwhile, Ironhide reaches a ridge and mentions that they need disguises to travel. Jazz scans a nearby Porsche. Ironhide scans a van, and Gears calls them chumps before scanning an offroad truck. Gears asks what they do next, and Ironhide tells them to travel through the City and gain as much information as they can on the aliens. The trio of Autobots drive away, as a Hummer drives up. Agent Jack Burns steps out and contacts his superiors at Sector 7. In Portland, Optimus and his team drive into the City and orders them to split up. Bumblebee drives by a construction site, and stops.

### Chased

Ron Witwicky is lifted on a beam by a crane and mentions that they need to go higher. The crane stops, and Ron falls off. Bumblebee breaks cover and saves Ron from falling to his death. Bumblebee puts Ron down, who runs away in fear. Hot Rod drives by and laughs at Bumblebee for breaking his cover. Bumblebee flips Hot Rod off, before both drive away from the construction site. Arcee travels through the city and spots a car dealership. She compliments the cars, before driving off.Arcee then stops by a television store and begins to watch television from the streets. Arcee then begins to make radio contact to Optimus, mentioning that there is nothing in her vicinity.

Optimus tells Arcee to rendezvous with him, Bumblebee, and Hot Rod on the outskirts of the city. Arcee drives away, and Optimus Prime attempts to contact Ironhide. The transmitter falls silent, and Optimus attempts to contact him again. Ironhide mentions that they are being attacked by the aliens in Seattle. Arcee asks what they did, and Ironhide mentions that they were simply being followed. Jazz is shot by a Gatling gun and falls back. Optimus orders Ironhide to rendezvous in the City of Olympia. Ironhide mentions that he'll make it, before shooting back. Ironhide, Jazz, and Gears then flee Seattle. Jack contacts Agent Simmons and tells them to follow them.

Ironhide and Optimus' teams arrive in Olympia. The Autobots are attacked by Sector 7. Agent Simmons orders the soldiers to incapacitate the aliens. Optimus orders everyone to fall back. Simmons is left shocked by Optimus' speech, and orders everyone to cease fire. The Autobots flee, and Optimus contacts The Ark. He asks Ratchet if the GroundBridge is working, and Blaster answers. Blaster mentions that it is, and Optimus requests one back to The Ark. A GroundBridge opens and all Autobots drive through. Simmons orders everyone to follow them, only for the GroundBridge to close. Burns asks Simmons why he stopped, and Simmons mentioned that they spoke their language. Burns mentions that he must be hearing things.

Burns tells Simmons that Director McAdams won't be pleased. Burns then orders the soldiers to return to base. Back at The Ark, Gears shares his displeasure in the aliens. Optimus tells Gears to never judge a species on the first day. Gears walks off, annoyed, as Ratchet tells Optimus that a life form is approaching The Ark. Optimus mentions that he will investigate. Optimus leaves The Ark and walks into the woods. Hot Rod tells Ratchet that they're running a bit low on Energon. Ratchet tells Hot Rod that he will look for some Energon. Meanwhile, Optimus walks through the woods and hears radio chatter. He points his guns towards the trees and threatens to open fire.

A human steps out and mentions that he doesn't mean harm. Optimus asks the human for his name, and he gives it, William Fowler Sr. William asks what he is, and Optimus mentions that he is an alien from a far away planet. William asks who he is, and Optimus mentions that he is the leader of the Autobots. Optimus then asks Fowler what he is, and Fowler mentions that he is a human, a native of Earth. Fowler notices a bullet hole in Optimus and asks what happened. Optimus mentions that he and his soldiers were attacked by other humans. Fowler mentions that the military usually does attack aliens, in the case that they might destroy humans. Optimus mentions that the Autobots are peace-keepers.

Optimus offers to take Fowler back to The Ark, and Fowler asks what will they do if the military finds them. Optimus mentions that he does not know, and Fowler mentions that he has connections to the U.S. Government, and can arrange for some sort of meeting. Optimus mentions that he would be glad to. Optimus then tells Fowler that they know where to find him, and leaves back to The Ark. Fowler then walks away, back into the woods. Upon reentering The Ark, Optimus is informed by Blaster they he managed to make contact with other Autobots inhabiting the Earth. Optimus orders Blaster to escort them to The Ark immediately. Blaster opens a GroundBridge, and Steer walks through.

Optimus asks Steer for his origins, and Steer mentions that he and a team of Autobots landed on Earth 38 years earlier in search of him, and is glad to have found him. Optimus welcomes Steer to the Autobot ranks, and both him and Steer shake hands. A few days later, Optimus is contacted by William, who mentions that their presence is requested in Washington, D.C. Optimus asks Fowler where the location is, and Fowler mentions that it's on the Eastern board of America. Optimus then orders Blaster to open a GroundBridge, and Blaster opens one. Optimus transforms and Fowler climbs in. Optimus travels through the GroundBridge and arrives in a bunker underneath Washington, D.C.

### A Deal Between Two Species

Optimus transforms, and Fowler introduces him to President Ronald Reagan. Ronald mentions that it's an honor to meet the leader of an alien race, and Optimus shares the same feeling. Both shake hands and Reagan mentions that he's come up with a deal. Reagan tells Optimus that if he and his Autobots aid the American Military with any conflicts, the U.S. government will keep the Autobots a secret from Humanity. Optimus shakes Reagan's hand, and Reagan tells Fowler to contact General Victor Stigma. Optimus tells Reagan that he will do as the US Military asks, as long as they don't abuse the Autobots for their power. Reagan assures Optimus that he won't.

Meanwhile in Hoover Dam, Jack Burns and Seymour Simmons approach Director McAdams. Jack mentions that more of those 'Aliens' have appeared. McAdams mentions that they failed to capture one of the aliens ever since there first appearance in 1946. Simmons interrupts him and mentions that Dr. Powell found files of the aliens dating back to World War I. McAdams asks Simmons to leave him and Burns alone, and Simmons leaves the Office with the Files. Burns mentions that Simmons took the files, and McAdams mentions that Simmons always was a rookie, and a nut. Burns chuckles, before asking McAdams what they are going to do about the aliens. McAdams tells him to go hunting. Burns mentions that he'll get right on it.

TO BE CONTINUED...

## Featured Characters

* Humans
	+ Japanese (1941)
		- General Hiro Nakadai
		- Captain Mitsuo Fuchida
		- Emperor Michinomiya Hirohito
	+ Americans
		- Sector 7
			* Agent Jack Burns
			* Agent Seymour Simmons
			* Director Harvey McAdams
		- Ron Witwicky
		- Agent William Fowler Sr.
		- President Ronald Reagan
* Autobots
	+ Scattershot
	+ Teletraan I
		- Sky-Spy
	+ Optimus Prime
	+ Ratchet
	+ Gears
	+ Hot Rod
	+ Ironhide
	+ Arcee
	+ Jazz
	+ Bumblebee
	+ Blaster
	+ Steer
* Decepticons
	+ Omnicons
		- Windblade
		- Guzzle
		- Seaspray
		- Fallback
		- Scamper
		- Armorhide

## Notes

* Characters to debut:
	+ General Hiro Nakadai, Captain Kitsuo Fuchida, Emperor Michonimiya Hirohito, Agent Jack Burns, Agent Seymour Simmons, Director Harvey McAdams, Ron Witwicky, Agent William Fowler Sr., President Ronald Reagan, Teletraan I, & Sky-Spy

		- Nominus Prime, Nova Prime, Guardian Prime, Zeta Prime, Sentinel Prime, Breakaway, Repugnus, Red Alert, Cosmos, Powerglide, Beachcomber, Warpath, Orion Pax/ Optimus Prime II, Ariel/ Elita One, Dion/ Ultra Magnus, Scattershot, Ironhide, Tailgate, Cliffjumper, Mirage, Vibes, Chromia, Scattergun, Jetfire, Skyfire, Sideswipe, Sunstreaker, Blaster, Bumblebee, Ratchet, Kup, Hot Rod, Blurr, Arcee, Jazz, Prowl, Springer, Whirl, Roadbuster, Topspin, Leadfoot, Smokescreen, Wheeljack, Crosshairs, Road Rage, Raider, Rollbar, Heatwave, Evac, Medix, Siren, Swerve, Hauler, Nightbeat, Flare-Up, Stormsong, Grimlock, Slash, Slag/ Slug, Snarl, Swoop, Sludge, Scorn, Dinobot, Questrian, Thunderclap, Stardust, Lightbright, Fortress Maximus, Yoketron, Dino, Enzo, Rush, Kick-Off, Trailbreaker, Perceptor, Skids, Screech, Strongarm, Six Gun, Gears, Slammer, Metroplex, Inferno, Flame, Eject, Ramhorn, Steeljaw, Rewind, Teletraan I, & Sky-Spy.
	+ Decepticons:
		- Megatron, Soundwave, Frenzy, Rumble, Ravage, Ratbat, Laserbeak, Buzzsaw, Overkill, Slugfest, Barricade, Gigatron, Warwolf, Starscream, Sunstorm, Thundercracker, Skywarp, Thrust, Dirge, Ramjet, Nacelle, Slipstream, Vehicons, Leapers, Snipers, Fracture, Skyquake, Dreadwing, Star Fall, Demolisher, Frequency, Flip Sides, Enemy, Thunderblast, Doomsday Marshal, Nightra, Smolder, Steamhammer, Schism, Treadshot, Hypergear, Deadlock, Heist, Quake, Lugnut, Rage, Strika, Blackout, Onslaught, Swindle, Brawl, Blast Off, Vortex, Fallen Angel, Shockwave, Lockdown, Razorclaw, Divebomb, Tantrum, Rampage, Divebomb, Hun-Grr, Cutthroat, Windblade, Guzzle, Black Scourge, Fallback, Scamper, Armorhide, Deep Dive, Seaspray, Steve, Growl, Shrapnel, Kickback, Bombshell, Bombshock, Hardshell, Sharpshot, Chop Shop, & Airachnid.
	+ Humans:
		- General Hiro Nakadai, Captain Mitsuo Fuchida, Emperor Michonimiya Hirohito, Ron Witwicky, Agent William Fowler Sr., Agent Jack Burns, Agent Seymour Simmons, Director Harvey McAdams, & President Ronald Reagan.
	+ Others:
		- Primacron, The Quintessons, The Kngihts of Iacon, Primus, Unicronus/ Unicron, Adaptus, Mortilus, Solomus, Epistemus, Prima, Vector Prime, Solus Prime, Nexus Prime, Quintus Prime, Alpha Trion, Micronus Prime, Onyx Prime, Amalgamous Prime, Alchemist Prime/ Maccadam, Liege Maximo, Megatronus/ The Fallen, Optimus Prime I, Metroprime, Vigilem, Caminus, Trypticon, Metrotitan, Garnak, Kita, Coll, Lightstorm, Beta, Halogen, Contrail, Sigil, Drivetrain, Betax, Rubicon, Valve, Chac, Basso Profundo, & Jero.
* When Scattershot and the Omnicons awaken on Earth, it takes place the day before the Japanese Attack on Pearl Harbor.
* The vehicles that the Autobots chose are (Mainly) based off of their classic vehicles from the 80s, save for Bumblebee and Hot Rod.
* The character "Victor Stigma" is basically a pun on Vector Sigma, where an Army General attacked the Autobots in the episode "Key to Vector Sigma Part 2".