Autotrooper

Autotroopers are a line of cold constructed Cybertronians built to increase the military forces for the Primal Vanguard, and later as security forces for the Autobots.

## Official Bio

*Synthetic Cybertronians produced by the method of Cold Construction much like Vehicons, they are programmed to be the ideal soldiers for conflicts such as the Combatron Wars. Originally treated as second-class citizens, they were considered disposable by many. However, times have changed, and Autotroopers' rights have considerably bettered, being allowed to choose their own career path, though most simply transferred into security jobs. In order to differentiate themselves, some have gotten their hands on paints to customise their bodyworks. In fact, some that didn't go into security have in fact gone into work painting up their fellow Autotroopers.*

## History

Created as the successor to the Centurion Droid, the Autotroopers were created during the Combatron War as a response to the Vehicon Legions at Overlord's command. Using code captured from a campaign on Skomiloch, the Primal Vanguard were able to to create the Autotroopers as the next generation of M.T.O. soldiers, built and trained primarily on the planet Palifex. With the first model being based on the bodytype of Ironhide, a decorated soldier in the Primal Vanguard, legions of Autotroopers were quickly dispatched to the territories, allowing the Vanguard to being to push against the overwhelming Combatronian Forces.

In The Dead and Dying an Autotrooper helped Rocket Plume place the captured Venom in a holding cell onboard the *Shatterbolt*, and stayed behind to stand guard.

During Warworld, the Autotrooper Phi-224 reported to Ginrai Convoy the discovery of the *Warworld*. The Autotrooper pilot Hawk acted as copilot for Tailpipe when he flew the *Prima's Soul* to bring Ginrai Convoy and his team to the *Warworld* and knock out its shielding. Autotrooper Rocket squads were commanded by Goldbug to take out Combatronian gunships, and another Autotrooper carried the injured Hawk to safety. A pair of Autotroopers shot at enemy forces with Goldbug and Quickshadow, and another Autotrooper was among the forces nearly overrun by the Combatrons and told Thunderhead that it would likely be the end for them, only to spot a spire blowing up that signified the arrival of the Wreckers. A pair of Autotroopers accompanied Crest, Hardhead, Storm Jet, and Fortification to rescue Ginrai's team, covering the enterance to their escape shuttle until everyone got on board.

After the Combatron War, Autotroopers continued to act as part of Cybertron's military forces, fighting in both the Beast Wars and the Ultracon Conflict. Among the units that fought in the latter conflict was the 501st Legion commanded by "Rex".

A Pilot Autotrooper was stationed on Barreon during the Ultracon Conflict, who in Time of Romance informed Big Bang that Ultracon Air Warriors were approaching their base. After the battle the trooper noticed the engine they had found and suggested they pursue the kids they had found earlier, but was told instead to make sure there weren't any more Air Warriors nearby.

Despite this, it would take some time for Autotroopers to be treated as more than simple tools, but after many years, they would finally be allowed to choose what they do for themselves. Those that sought to go into combat were trained by Shotbomber on Palifex, and had to pass the Cruciform Trials to go to the field.

An Infantry Autotrooper helped Ultra Magnus fight Bullhorn during the Verte Seven Insurgency.

In the present day, Autotroopers were found in many installations, serving as guards or other support staff. Among the many units included the Acadeimos Guard led by "Fox", the Palifex Guard led by "Halt", the Garrus Corps led by "Lock'N'Key", the 41st Legion station in the Animos System. There was also the Bad Batch, a group of Autotroopers that had their CNA altered that became mercenaries in the Silencerz.

An Autotrooper was stationed as a guard at the hanger for the *Lancer* and spotted a group of cars driving towards the building. The trooper was told not to fire until the identity of the intruders was established, resulting in Slashmark killing the trooper with an energy disk.

In Six Lasers and a Flame Infantry Autotrooper "Mixer" working as a security guard for Six Lasers Over Cybertron told a girl that jumped over the fence that she would have to pay for the rides, only to learn she was in fact running away from the pursuing Decepticon Lowload, a situation he declared to be above his paygrade.

*In Forest Trials, a pair of Autotroopers working as police officers were sent by Prowl to escort the freshman student Aranea to his office for questioning. Finding her as she got off the train at Acadeimos Town, they assured her she wasn't being arrested before asking her to come with them, and after telling Circuit that she would be back soon the pair brought Aranea to Prowl. Due to upgrades they had received, the Autotroopers were immune to Circuit's persuasion talent and made him sit in the waiting room until Aranea finished her meeting.*

During Kind of Hard to be a Hero, a garrison of Infantry Autotroopers in the Commonwealth Defense Corp led by Chromia, as well as the 501st Legion, were deployed to Acadeimos in preparation for the Festival of the Stars. One would ask Artillery's Resistance why their room had a broken window, only to notice "GorillaBot" and ask if he was an actual gorilla. But when told by Hot Shot not to go around claiming people looked like gorillas, the trooper chose to leave them be.

Later in The Mystery of Mini an Infantry Autotrooper working security at the Magnus Corp meet and greet was forced to drag Sunstreaker to the time out corner after he got to close to "Ultra Magnus", who in reality was a disguised "Mini". Once the event was finished the trooper thanked "Mini" for his help, confident that he would keep quiet about standing in.

In Observations in Team Dynamics several Sentry Autotrooper prison guards were knocked out or killed by "Umbra Convoy" when he broke into the prison to beat up Darkstream.

During Star Convoy vs Onyx a Sentry Autotrooper armed with a riot baton and shield accompanied Star Convoy and Prowl to the building they had tracked Umbra Convoy to. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a trap, and the trio were forced to fight a Zoid Umbra Convoy had waiting for them.

Later in Your Destiny In Your Hands the Autotrooper Drop-Kick reported a sensor mode in the Forest of Trials going offline to Fortress Maximus and Depth Charge.

*When anomalous transmission waves were detected from the Spacial Transport Bridge in Field Trip! two dozen Autotroopers were lead by Ultra Magnus to investigate them. Finding a group of students already there, the subcommander demanded to know why they were there until being told by Magnus to be more respectful to the kids, before reminding Magnus that the kids would have to go for their investigation. When Longshot asked who they were, one of the troops explained that they served in the Cybertron Defense Corp and specialized in ensuring other species didn't take advantage of Cybertronians, and once the subcommander got Magnus to send the kids away the troopers began their investigation.*

*A group of SWAT Autotroopers helped "Polarclaw" escort Superlink from Kaon to Acadeimos for his protection.*

In Father's Call an Infantry Autotrooper came to check on Steeljaw after hearing him yell. After being told he was simply practicing for a play, the trooper told him to shut his door so the neighbors wouldn't be disturbed before heading off.

*In Festival Of Stars Pt. 2 The Gala! Autotroopers had to be called in to contain the riot that started over the lackluster Tournament of Heroes match between Hot Shot and "Mini". A trio of Autotroopers armed with stun guns spotted Spectyr and Voltage after the former robbed a bank, and told the latter to stay back while they handled the criminal. Unfortunately, they both turned out to be TEKU members, and the three Autotroopers were all slammed to the ground by Voltage's whips, with his electricity knocking them out. More Autotroopers led by Drop-Kick arrived to pursue them, but one was slammed into the wall by Voltage, and another was hit in the head by Spectyr with a money bag when he tried shooting Voltage. More Autotroopers took on Voltage after he sent Drop-Kick through a window, and when one followed Spectyr into the bar, he was jumped on by the racer and blinded with one of his money bags, and eventually dragged to the ground and tossed into the wall. Another Autotrooper tried to keep civilians clear of the area, but when they told Downbeat and Base-Line to stay back, they were punched in the head by Downbeat into a wall. More Autotroopers headed over to investigate the commotion, one of whom entered the bar and demanded to know what Bomb-Burst was doing with a bag of stolen Shanix, only to confused about what to do with it himself when the freshman tossed it to him. The rest reconnected some jumper cables to fix the broken power boxes and got the power back on, before reporting to Drop-Kick and being ordered to help Galleom secure the forest, with one pointing out to Rollout that he was one of the only two guards still on duty.*

During Sinister Simulation several Autotroopers were sucked into the videogame realm created by Bisk, becoming the NPCs "Autoun Troopers". They served as an army for "The Kind and Just King of Destronia", and several were provided to Bumblebee's party to help fight the Dragon King. One came to the group to inform them the army was ready and assured them that they wouldn't working with someone thought to be dead due to previous work with necromancers, but was confused when they mentioned having to retrieve Artillery on the way to the castle. Unfortunately, the entire army was killed during a battle brought on by one of Hot Shot's side quests, but the Autotroopers were all later freed from the game once Bisk was defeated.

Later in Ghost Ship a Jet Autotrooper on board Chromia's ship was stationed at the radar, but grew tired after a long shift. Luckily, the trooper was given a drink by Comettor to stay awake, and was assured that he wouldn't tell Chromia about the drink either. But as the trooper talked about how there wasn't much need to scan for ships, Comettor spotted an approaching ship, which the trooper identified as an older model Cybertronian ship and found no life signs on board during a scan. As Comettor went to inform Fortress Maximus of the ship's approach, the trooper confirmed that there were no other ships in the area.

In Unknown Machinations an Infantry Autotrooper was killed by Submarauder, who strapped the corpse onto the wall of his daughter Nautica's secret workshop. He then had it blasted apart by Fistfight as a demonstration of what would happen if Convex tried to tell anyone about his activities.

During Villainy's Origins an Infantry Autotrooper welcomed Senator Proteus when he arrived on Acadeimos.

Later in A War of Ideals 41st Legion Sentry Autotrooper "Draa" and Heavy Autotrooper "Buzz" were tasked with bringing supplies into the room formerly occupied by Artillery's Resistance to plan for the upcoming festival.

For the Festival of the Stars several Autotroopers were called in by Chromia to ensure the Tournament of Heroes went smoothly. Four Infantry Autotroopers in the Acadeimos Guard were tasked with delaying the broadcasts from the tournament for editing and to report any suspicious activity to her. Another would pursue "The Doctor" and Donna Noble through the arena, ordering them to halt. Yet another Infantry Autotrooper and a Recon Autotrooper in the Acadeimos Guard bet on whether or not Snowflake would be competing, which the latter won. They denied the fact that were gambling to Chromia when confronting them for going against policy, only for them to make a new bet on whether or not Snowflake would win against Break as soon as her back was turned. Two more Infantry Autotroopers would confiscate the Tardis, carrying it past Fortress Maximus on their way to the confiscation storeroom, only to wind up in the medibay by mistake. A different pair, "Tup" and "Dogma" were sent to escort "Daytrader" out of the arena for selling merchandise, including Autotrooper figures at different scales, in a restricted area. They were asked by Artillery to arrest Thunderblast for badmouthing contestants, but they didn't see her and moved on with escorting "Daytrader", ignoring his claims of selling invisibility spray. The Autotrooper "Rex" informed Chromia that Sandstorm and Streetwise were investigating a downed camera drone, which the pair reported in on shortly after. A Recon Autotrooper in the 501st Legion offered to escort Fort Max on his way to give his closing speech, but was turned down by the headmaster, who was confident in the school's safety despite the trooper's concerns.

### The Siege

#### Aborted Timeline

These turned out to be well founded, as Megazarak was able to take Fort Max out to give his own speech, which the support staff Autotroopers couldn't edit out due to Frenzy disabling their broadcast delay. A Jet Autotrooper working as a pilot for a Shinki ship was then ordered to fly the ship to the other end of Gauginslaus Prima, only to be shot by a Seeker so the ship could be crashed.

During the Siege of Acadeimos a pair of Infantry Autotroopers helped Chromia fight off Decepticons.

Autotroopers would continue to be produced in the era of Great Convoy.

#### Revised Timeline

When the timeline was altered, a squad of Infantry Autotroopers were transported onto the battlefield by Strika, who ordered them to stun and detain the Decepticon forces.

In Return to Autobot Academy 501st Legion Infantry Autotroopers flanked Chromia to pressure Megatron into surrendering, with Magni Autotrooper "Fives" carrying him onto a shuttle to bring him to prison.

A platoon of Autotroopers were added to Lodestar's crew in A Bright New Tomorrow for the trip through space Lightbright and Arcee were running for the students who needed somewhere to go for the summer. A Sentry Autotrooper and Pilot Autotrooper in the Garrus Corps were tasked with guarding Garrus-2, with the Pilot taking the opportunity to taunt their new prisoner Megatron, unconvinced that he would ever reform.

During Lights, Camera... Terror! an Infantry Autotrooper came with Lightbright and Perceptor to check on the students that had left when Lodestar stopped at Archa Seven, spotting Aileron flying back with Wasp and Sidewire. The Autotrooper was then told by Muzzle to get the rest of the platoon to fight off the Archana the group had found, but stayed outside to help Longshot shoot the creatures heading their way until everyone got back onboard.

*Shockwave created the Autosoldiers in Reverie as his own take on the Autotrooper.*

*In The Gun Pointed at the Head of... Autotroopers in the Cybertron Defense Corp attempted to protect the Fulgurite Facility from the attacking Balmarian forces, only for one to get sliced to pieces by the laser blade of Gibborot Grat.*

*During Hero Wars, an Autotrooper garrison stationed near Polyhex moved in to try and defend the city against the attacking Balmarian Zechariahs, only to struggle against them, leaving them vulnerable to Olga Cannon shots from the Ezekiel of Spectra McCready were he not attacked by Crescent and Shift.*

*The members of the Tor Kolkular Guard that Battle Unicorn brought to protect the Orrery chamber wore modified black Autotrooper armor.*

## Variants

* Infantry Autotrooper
* Sentry Autotrooper
* Pilot Autotrooper
* Heavy Autotrooper
* Jet Autotrooper
* Scuba Autotrooper
* Magni Autotrooper
* Recon Autotrooper
* Ranger Autotrooper

Based on the specifications of a young private known as Ironhide, this body-type is one of the most common seen in the Primal Vanguard and Autobots. Initially designed to serve as an infantry class, they are now commonly utilized as Security Officers of various Autobot installations. They have been trained to wield weapons such as blaster rifles and pistols.

#### Powers and Abilities

This model is skilled in battle tactics and combat, having them preprogramed into them. They are also capable of changing forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian SUV.
A secondary model utilized as a frontline class, these units were originally designed to be another type of infantry, with similar skillsets to the first class, but to serve within Primal Vanguard ships and bases. In the present day, they typically serve as security officers, guarding various Autobot Installations. They are trained to wield various weapons, including blasters, stun batons and riot shields.

#### Powers and Abilities

This model is skilled in battle tactics and combat, having them preprogramed into them. They are also capable of changing forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian Van.
A model designed for piloting Cybertronian starfighters, shuttle and other ships, these Autotroopers are equipped with an Energon Pump to allow them to refuel during prolonged times in starfighters, as well as specialist tracking visors to aid them in space combat.

#### Powers and Abilities

Pilot Autotroopers are preprogramed with knowledge on how to pilot a variety of different vehicles, as well as battle tactics. They are also capable changing forms. transforming into a Cybertronian Pickup Truck.
Designed to be heavily armed units, Heavy Autotroopers are equipped with artillery weapons, and are often utilized for demolition purposes, as well as clearing large groups of enemies. They are also much larger than the standard Autotrooper.

#### Powers and Abilities

Like all Autotroopers, Heavy Autotroopers are preprogramed with battle tactics and combat skills. Due to their larger size, this model of Autotrooper are much stronger than other variants. In addition, they also have the ability to change forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian Tank.
Designed for aerial engagements, Jet Autotroopers were made for combatting other fliers. They are capable of utilizing a variety of weapons, including blaster rifles.

#### Powers and Abilities

As well being capable of flight thanks to built-in jetpacks, Jet Autotroopers are preprogramed with battle tactics and combat proficiency. They are also capable of changing forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian Jet.
Designed for aquatic combat, these units are equipped for underwater missions, making them a rarity outside the oceans planets. They are equipped with weapons specially tailored for underwater battles, including energy harpoons and thermal tridents.

#### Powers and Abilities

Scuba Autotroopers are preprogramed with battle tactics and combat proficiencies specifically tailored for underwater environments. In addition, they also have the ability to change forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian Submarine.
Considered the elite of the Autotroopers, the Magni Autotroopers are veteran Autotroopers that have become members of the Magnus Corp. As a result, they are given additional training and upgrades to fight in both close and long range combat, and are often more imaginative in strategies than their standard counterparts. All Magni Autotroopers are equipped with personal energy shields, and wield weapons more preferable for close combat, including energy blade and large hammers.

#### Powers and Abilities

Like all Autotroopers, Magni Autotroopers are all preprogramed with battle tactics and combat skills. In addition, they are also capable of changing forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian Truck.
Mobile Bike Autotroopers are the lightest type, being used for scout missions where they would be dropped into enemy territory, sneak around hostile environments, then sneak out to report to their commanders. Often, they would work alone or in small groups.

#### Powers and Abilities

Like all Autotroopers, Mobile Bike Autotroopers are all preprogramed with battle tactics and combat skills. In addition, they are also capable of changing forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian Motorbike.
Ranger Autotroopers are the quietest type, acting as snipers and using their VTOL engines to get into position unnoticed.

#### Powers and Abilities

Like all Autotroopers, Ranger Autotroopers are all preprogramed with battle tactics and combat skills. In addition, they are also capable of changing forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian VTOL Jet.
## Notable Individuals

### Infantry Autotroopers

* "Mixer"
* "Dogma"
* "Tup"
* Wildfire *(Possibly)*
* "Encode"
* "Fox"
* "Patrol 21/Delta"
* "Rez"
* "Denal"
* "Emile"

### Sentry Autotroopers

* Drop-Kick
* "Draa"
* "Rex"
* "Six"

### Pilot Autotroopers

* Hawk
* "Carter"

### Heavy Autotroopers

* "Buzz"
* "Jorge"

### Magni Autotroopers

* "Fives"
* "Echo"
* "Halt"
* "Thom"

### Recon Autotroopers

* "Wolf"
* "Jun"

### Type Unknown

* Phi-224
* Skan
* Fulk
* Broil
* Barrier
* "Keeli"
* "Lock'N'Key"
* "Ponds"
* "Verd"
* "Gree"
* The Bad Batch

## Appearances

### Comic Issues

#### Season 1

* Kind of Hard to be a Hero *(First Comic Appearance)*
* The Mystery of Mini
* Observations in Team Dynamics
* Star Convoy vs Onyx *(Present and Flashback)*
* Your Destiny In Your Hands

#### Season 2

* Father's Call
* Sinister Simulation
* Time of Romance *(Past)*
* Ghost Ship
* Unknown Machinations
* Villainy's Origins
* A War of Ideals
* Festival of the Stars

#### The Siege

* Siege of Acadeimos
* Return to Autobot Academy

#### Season 3

* A Bright New Tomorrow
* Lights, Camera... Terror!
* Dark Truths
* Giant Robots of War
* The Energon Monster
* Where Your Legacy Goes...
* Just Another Encounter
* One Last Upon a Time
* Kingdom of the Dragon
* Look Upon Athenia's Greatest Gift on this Wonderful World!
* Arcee of Opulus' Precious Little Life
* Night of the Cybermen
* Quintessential Dawn Part 1: Heroes in Danger

### Roleplay Arcs

#### The Role Play

* Forest Trials *(First Appearance)*
* Field Trip!

### Text Stories

#### Origins of a Star

* Chapter 1
* Chapter 2
* Chapter 4
* Chapter 5
* Chapter 9
* Chapter 10

#### Convoy of War

* Volume 1 - Weapons of Malice
	+ The Dead and Dying
	+ Warworld
* Volume 2 - The Innocent
	+ Trial of a Convoy
	+ Oblivious Souls
* Volume 4 - Gods and Monsters
	+ The Faceless One
* Volume 5 - Dark Designs
	+ Medical Breakthrough
	+ Kill the Light
	+ Gate of Damnation
* Volume 6 - Combatron Victorious
	+ Crucible of Sparks
* Volume 7 - Hostile Agendas
	+ Hook, Line and Sinker
* Volume 8 - The Hollow Victory
	+ Epicentre
* Volume 9 - Means and Endings
	+ To Be So Bold
	+ In The Name of Cybertron

#### Other Text Stories

* The Gun Pointed at the Head of...
* Hero Wars
* Veilform

## Gallery

Pilot Autotrooper from Time of Romance"Mixer"Sentry Autotrooper from Observations in Team DynamicsSentry Autotrooper with riot equipment from Star Convoy vs OnyxAutotrooper as "Autoun Trooper" from Sinister Simulation"Draa" and "Buzz"Acadeimos Guard Infantry Autotrooper from Festival of the StarsAcadeimos Guard Autroopers from Festival of the Stars"Tup" and "Dogma"501st Legion Recon Autotrooper from Festival of the Stars501st Legion Infantry Autotroopers from Return to Autobot Academy"Fives"A Recon AutotrooperGarrus Corps Autotroopers from A Bright New TomorrowGarrus Corps Sentry Autotrooper from Dark TruthsPilot Autotrooper from Giant Robots of War
## Trivia

* Several Autotrooper body-types are based on several other characters:
	+ The Infantry Autotrooper body-type was modeled after Ironhide, and by extension shares it with his clone Thicksteel.
	+ The Sentry Autotrooper body-type is shared with RiotGear, Sonar, Noisemaze, Hazard, Rosanna and Flip-Sides.
	+ The Pilot Autotrooper body-type is shared with Kup and Electron.
	+ The Heavy Autotrooper body-type is shared with Heavytread and Terrastar.
	+ The Ranger Autotrooper body-type is shared with Gadget.
* The Autotroopers partly take inspiration from the Clone Troopers from *Star Wars*. As a result, several Autotroopers sport paint jobs and names of several Clone Troopers.
	+ As a result, Devaron9's ideal voice for Autotroopers would be Dee Bradley Baker, who has voiced the Clone Troopers in several *Star Wars* animated series and video games.

## References

1. ↑ https://autoacafiles.tumblr.com/post/631389766972211200/archive-whats-the-worldbuilding-behind
2. ↑ 2.0 2.1 https://autoacafiles.tumblr.com/post/708083554976923648/so-throughout-the-series-autotroopers-have
3. ↑ https://autoacafiles.tumblr.com/post/687434400040960000/if-autotroopers-clones-like-rex-and-cody
4. ↑ Files of the Autobot Academy — So earlier this month was the two-year anniversary... (tumblr.com)