"Goldknuckle"

> *This article is about the fighter actually named Steeljaw. For the Autobot Academy student who stole his identity, see Steeljaw.*
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## "Goldknuckle"

* Beest Form
* Cybertron Form

## General Information

### Alternate Mode

Beestian CarCybertronian Sports Car *(Formerly)*

### Residence

Settlement Sigma-2, BeestPolyhex, Cybertron *(Formerly)*

### Affiliations

Nuon City PitsBeest Cybertronian Defence Team

### Occupation

Settlement DefenderPit Fighter *(Formerly)*

## Powers and Abilities

### Abilities

Instinctual Combat ProwessForm Transformation

## Relationships

### Family

Lioger *(Father)*Treadpaw *(Mother)*

Prideclaw *(Younger Sister)*

### Alias

Steeljaw *(Real Name)*Banchou Goldknuckle *(Twinferno)*

## Details

### First Appearance

Jaws of Steel, Tongue of Silver

"Goldknuckle", real name Steeljaw, is a protector of the planet Beest and former pit fighter with the talent Instinctual Combat Prowess.

## Official Bio

*"Goldknuckle" is a prodigy straight from the arenas of Nuon City, despite his young age and diminutive size compared to other fighters. This is mostly due to his combat instinct, which allows him to read telegraphs of attacks in an instant, allowing him to counter them before opponent even realises what is going on. This ability has caught the interest of the Autobot Academy, looking to train him further. However, other eyes have noticed him, with very different plans for him.*

## History

Steeljaw was the son of Lioger and Treadpaw, and the older brother of Prideclaw. Growing up in Polyhex, he earned a reputation in the fighting pits of Nuon City. where he would earn the nickname "Goldknuckle". Due to his talent and his prowess, "Goldknuckle" came to the attention of the Autobot Academy, who offered him a place at their next school year.

Several months prior to the school year starting, "Goldknuckle" soon found himself the target of the Battle Squad's gaze, looking to use his name to raid the Autobot Academy. During his gladiatorial matches against Tankor, Afterburn, OverDrive, and Overcharge, "Goldknuckle" was watched by Direct-Hit and Silvertongue. Following this, "Goldknuckle" was approached by Silvertongue, and the pair became friends, though "Goldknuckle" was unaware of Silvertongue's true aim. At one point, the pair enjoyed a meal at a fast food restaurant, where Silvertongue encouraged "Goldknuckle" to go to the Academy, though abruptly left.

When the time came to go to the Academy, "Goldknuckle" revealed he suffered from Space Sickness to Silvertongue. Silvertongue offered to take his place on the shuttle to Acadeimos, then provide him teleport co-ordinates to get to the Academy. "Goldknuckle" gladly agreed, unaware that his "friend" was in fact double-crossing him. When "Goldknuckle" received the co-ordinates, he ended up on Beest.

Though initially annoyed at his predicament, "Goldknuckle" eventually found a new purpose on Beest, where he helped out at Settlement Sigma-2, working alongside fellow Cybertronians Twinferno/Doublecross, and the native Beestian Leonidas. Goldknuckle would also frequently fight the maximal Razorbeast, who frequently caused trouble. During his time their, "Goldknuckle" would even adopt a new alt-mode baesd on the vehicles at Beest. Eventually he would reunite with Prideclaw, who decided to stay with him on the planet.

In Predatory Planet, "Goldknuckle" and Leonidas were at Settlement Sigma-2 when Doublecross/Twinferno brought in Silvertongue, now gong by "Goldknuckle's" real name, and the maximals Stampy and Break, who had brought with them unconscious Razorbeast. "Goldknuckle" happily reacquainted himself Silvertongue, who was surprised at how well "Goldknuckle" was taking things. "Goldknuckle" explained what had happened since he arrived on Beest, and how he found a new purpose there. Their conversation was cut short when Razorbeast awoke and chased Stampy out of the settlement. "Goldknuckle", Leonidas, Silvertongue and Break gave chase, catching up to Razorbeast when had lost Stampy. Razorbeast claimed that the newly arrived Cybertronians were spies for the "Tyrant Lizard", a mystery creature Razorbeast had been hunting. Wondering where Stampy had got to, the group soon found Stampy in the jaws of the Tyrant Lizard, an organic creature resembling a Gigantosaurus. As the creature was joined by an organic Pterodactyl and an organic Elmasaurus. As the creatures dealt with Razorbeast and Break, Silvertongue suggested that they combine their powers and powerlink. The pair merged into Silverknuckle, only for the trio of organic creatures to merge into a single creature. With the help of chi powered Leonidas and Stampy, as well as Razorbeast, the group were able to overcome the creature, and banish it into one of Stampy's portals. In the aftermath, Silvertongue expressed relief that they could move forward from his mistakes, which "Goldknuckle" gladly agreed. At this moment, Prideclaw arrived, wanting revenge on Silvertongue for what he did, prompting Silvertongue, Stampy and Break to make a hasty escape through one of Stampy's portals, amusing "Goldknuckle".

Silvertongue was forced to admit to having stolen "Goldknuckle's" identity to get into Autobot Academy to Misfire in Terror of the Polar Wilds.

During the Festival of the Stars "Goldknuckle" watched the Tournament of Heroes with Prideclaw and Leonidas, explaining to the latter what television was.

## Powers and Abilities

With his talent, "Goldknuckle" is naturally capable of reading telegraphs of opponents attacks instantly, allowing him to easily counter them.

In addition, "Goldknuckle" also possesses the ability to change forms, taking on the form of a Cybertronian Sports Car. Later, when on Beest, Goldknuckle changes his form to transform into a Beestian Car.

"Goldknuckle" has also shown the potential to powerlink, being able to combine with another bot to form a more powerful Autobot. Know Powerlinks include:

* **Silverknuckle** - Steeljaw and "Goldknuckle" - Instinctual Combat Prowess, Instant Cloning and Enhanced Reflexes

## Relationships

### Allies

* Lioger - Father
* Treadpaw - Mother
* Beest Cybertronian Defense Team
	+ Prideclaw - Sister
	+ Twinferno/Doublecross
	+ Leonidas
* Autobot Academy
	+ Silvertongue
* Maximal Academy
	+ Stampy
	+ Break

### Enemies

* Decepticons
	+ Vehicons
		- Tankor - Gladiatorial Opponent
		- Afterburn - Gladiatorial Opponent
		- OverDrive - Gladiatorial Opponent
	+ Overcharge - Gladiatorial Opponent
* Maximals
	+ Razorbeast - Rival
* Magmatron

## Appearances

### Comic Appearances

#### Season 1

* Jaws of Steel, Tongue of Silver *(First Appearance)*

#### Season 2

* Predatory Planet
* Festival of the Stars

## Gallery

"Goldknuckle" in his vehicle mode"Goldknuckle" in his Beestian vehicle mode
## Trivia

* "Goldknuckle" is based on Generation 1 Steeljaw.
* "Goldknuckle" possesses a Ferrum+ sparktype.
* "Goldknuckle" suffers from space sickness.