Shocking Revelation

**Shocking Revelation** was a Spotlight Mission in September featuring Shockwave, Starscream, and Ramjet.

* Difficulties: 3
* Chapters: 2

## Transcript

### ***Chapter 1: Here All Along***

#### **Mission 1: Shock Hunter**

Part 1:

**Marissa Faireborn****:** *Commander, if the new reports are accurate, our stay on this planet just took a turn for the worse.*

**Sideswipe**: *What's the deal, Marissa? Did Starscream find new minions to abuse and betray?*

**Marissa**: *No, Sideswipe, I'm afraid it's much worse than that. The latest intel reports suggest the Decepticon Shockwave is here.*

**Sideswipe**: *So? We dealt with him before. We'll do it again.*

**Marissa**: *Do not let your arrogance get the better of you. If Shockwave is nearby, logic dictates that trouble is not far behind. We need to find him before he unleashes whatever trouble he is plotting in that cold, calculating mind of his.*

Part 2:

**Shockwave**: *Motormaster, my sensors indicate an Autobot party is enroute.*

**Motormaster**: *I wouldn't doubt it. They're always out on patrols. What of it?*

**Shockwave**: *You must delay them. My current research cannot be interrupted.*

**Motormaster**: *What's in it for me?*

**Shockwave**: *A pivotal role in the impending true Decepticon revolution.*

Part 3:

**Sideswipe**: *Well look who we found, old buckethead. Last we saw you, you were toadying up to Megatron.*

**Motormaster**: *Stifle it, fool. I toady up to no one, especially that alt-reality backstabber. I choose my allies more logically.*

**Sideswipe**: *Logical? Like Shockwave.*

**Motormaster**: *I didn't say that.*

**Sideswipe**: *You didn't have to. Where is he?*

**Motormaster**: *Don't worry, you won't be alive long enough to find out.*

#### **Mission 2: Waves Unite**

Part 1:

**Sideswipe**: *That scrap with old Motormaster didn't reveal much about Shockwave's location. Should have known he'd keep his vocal processor shut.*

**Mirage**: *That's why Marissa sent me along. She said my unique scouting skills may be of use.*

**Sideswipe**: *I agree. That invisible box trick could come in handy. Lead on, my elusive friend.*

Part 2:

**Shockwave**: *I see you've received my summons.*

**Soundwave**: *I am a communications officer. It was not hard. What is it you seek?*

**Shockwave**: *I seek solidarity with my fellow true Decepticons such as yourself.*

**Soundwave**: *I concur that a stronger alliance with those from our reality would benefit us. The alternate reality Megatron has proven to be both diabolical and unstable.*

**Shockwave**: *That is a valid observation. I also seek solitude so I can complete my research.*

**Soundwave**: *How can I assist?*

**Shockwave**: *Prevent the human Commander and the Autobots from breaching my research facility.*

Part 3:

**Soundwave**: *Make yourself visible, noisy Autobot. My audio detectors are superior. I have been aware of your party's approach so some time now.*

**Mirage**: *Then make yourself useful and tell us where Shockwave is.*

**Soundwave**: *Why would I aid you? That is not logical.*

**Mirage**: *Your logic is going to get you a beating from the Commander and our squad.*

**Soundwave**: *Implausible. I am superior. Autobots, and especially humans, are inferior. Prepare to cease functioning.*

#### **Mission 3: Straight Shooter**

Part 1:

**Shockwave**: *Soundwave, you look damaged. Did you engage the Autobots and their human Commander?*

**Soundwave**: *I did. The results were unfavorable. Their numbers were superior. I had to retreat.*

**Shockwave**: *Were you followed?*

**Soundwave**: *Of course not. I am not a fool like Starscream.*

**Shockwave**: *Why do you mention that traitor?*

**Soundwave**: *I just saw him fly by. He appeared to be in a search pattern.*

**Shockwave**: *This is not a desired development. I must return to the lab to secure my research.*

Part 2:

**Soundwave**: *I assume your research fares well.*

**Shockwave**: *It does, my skills are unmatched.*

**Soundwave**: *As a sign of our solidarity, I would like to know what it is I am defending.*

**Shockwave**: *Megatron has always trusted you. I will grant your request... to a point. My research is focused on two things that may hold the key to our gaining true Decepticon power.*

**Soundwave**: *Soundwave is intrigued. Continue.*

**Shockwave**: *The first object is an ancient relic I discovered when I first arrived here. If my theory proves correct, with it I can harness the untold power of Unstable Energon.*

**Soundwave**: *The second object...*

**Shockwave**: *... is a device I am working on to give us a decided advantage in battle. The working title is Aim Enhancer.*

**Soundwave**: *Considering our history in battles with the Autobots, this device sounds promising. Protect it I shall.*

*Part 3:*

**Mirage**: *Looks like invisibility has its advantages. The tracking device I placed on Soundwave during our last encounter led us right to Shockwave and his research lab.*

**Shockwave**: *Soundwave, you brought the Autobot intruders to my doorstep?*

**Soundwave**: *I was unaware of this. It was unintentional.*

**Shockwave**: *That may be the case, but your actions have once again proved inferior. I must take matters into my own hand. Autobots are all dead... now.*

### ***Chapter 2: Seek And You Shall Find***

#### **Mission 1: Sharkticon Encounter**

Part 1:

**Golden Sharkticon**: *Halt! Who enters Sharkticon territory?*

**Starscream**: *It is I, Starscream , the possessor of the keys to your freedom.*

**Golden Sharkticon**: *Interesting claim, Decepticon. What do you propose?*

**Starscream**: *I'm proposing that if you provide me protection, I in turn will give you the power to overthrow your Quintesson masters.*

**Golden Sharkticon**: *Others have made such false claims. What makes your promise of freedom any different?*

**Starscream**: *Because I have "acquired" certain technology from my traitorous ex-ally Shockwave.*

*Given time, I will decipher the true extent of its power and use it to remove the shackles the cursed Quintessons have imposed on us all!*

Part 2:

**Ultra Magnus**: *Commander, if what Shockwave revealed in his interrogation is true, Starscream is in possession of some highly dangerous equipment. We must track him down and disarm the Decepticon.*

**Golden Sharkticon**: *Not if me and my Sharkticon brothers have anything to say about it.*

**Ultra Magnus**: *Of what concern is Starscream to you?*

**Golden Sharkticon**: *Let's just say he's chummed these waters with the allure of freedom... and freedom is a powerful lure.*

 Part 3:

**Ultra Magnus**: *Good work, Commander... we've found Starscream.*

**Starscream**: *Oh, you found more than just me Ultra Doofus...*

**Golden Sharkticon**: *...you've found a whole lot of teeth amd trouble! Starscream, go procure our freedom. I'll take care of this crew of meddling losers.*

#### **Mission 2: Promise Of Power**

Part 1:

**Marissa Faireborn**: *Commander, the potential of Shockwave's stolen technology has increased Starscream's duplicitous powers of pursuasion.*

**Ironhide**: *In words you can understand, he's got those metal fishbots working for him and now we've heard he's been in negotiations with the Decepticon Barricade.*

**Marissa**: *Barricade is from your reality. Intel report?*

**Ironhide**: *He's one bad piece of hardware. What would you expect from a Decepticon with the motto "To Punish and Enslave" tattooed on his paint job?*

Part 2:

**Barricade**: *Certain discreet channels have suggested you wanted to see me?*

**Starscream**: *Indeed I do. I know you pledge allegiance to your reality's Megatron*.

**Barricade**: *And I know you pledge allegiance to nothing but your own lust for power.*

**Starscream**: *I pledge allegiance to those I think can win. And your Megatron is assembling the forces to do just that. But he's missing a piece to the puzzle.*

**Barricade**: *Let me guess... you?*

**Starscream**: *No, what I possess. I have two devices, the fruits of the infamous scientist Shockwave's labor. I promise they can tip the balance of power in Megatron's favor.*

**Barricade**: *At what cost?*

**Starscream**: *Protection now... and a seat by Megatron's side when I deliver the perfected devices. I'm sure your boss would agree, it's a small price to pay for complete power.*

Part 3:

**Ironhide**: *Commander, we've got company. You feeling lucky, punks?*

**Starscream**: *One doesn't need luck when one has made the proper "arrangements". Barricade?*

**Barricade**: *I am your "arrangement"?*

**Starscream**: *That was our agreement.*

**Barricade**: *The agreement was that you'd deliver on your promise of power to Megatron.*

**Starscream**: *And I will, once you've properly punished these Autobot cretins!*

#### **Mission 3: They Call Me A Seeker**

Part 1:

**Marissa**: *Optimus, we are detecting traces of Seeker exhaust signatures in the area.*

**Optimus Prime**: *That is a good sign. Starscream must be nearby.*

**Marissa**: *At least, Starscream.*

**Optimus Prime**: *Explain.*

**Marissa**: *Teletraan is detecting two distinct Seeker signatures. We believe another Seeker has arrived on New Quintessa.*

**Optimus Prime**: *Surely this strengthens Starscream's position and hastens our need to find him. Commander, roll, out!*

Part 2:

**Starscream**: *Can it be? Ramjet, you're here. How did you find me?*

**Ramjet**: *I'm a Seeker. It's in the name.*

**Starscream**: *Well, you're a sight for sore optic orbs. The situation can be hazardous to one's health. It's good to see a trusted comrade.*

**Ramjet**: *So I guessed. You've got some pretty heavy hitters looking for you. Since arriving, I've seen squads of Autobots and some strange looking Megatron roaming the area. And, all roads seem to lead to you.*

**Starscream**: *They are all depraved and misguided. You know how it is. Everyone is gunning for the one with the power.*

**Ramjet**: *That would be you?*

**Starscream**: *Yes, I am in possession of some objects of great value and power. Stick with me my friend, and you'll bear witness to the rise of Starscream... oh, and the Seekers, of course!*

Part 3:

**Optimus Prime**: *Commander, Teletraan's supposition is confirmed, multiple Seekers do gather.*

**Starscream**: *Ah, Prime and the Commander. Can we help you?*

**Optimus Prime**: *We are here to take back two objects that are not yours.*

**Starscream**: *Well, they certainly aren't yours either. What right do you have?*

**Optimus Prime**: *The right to prevent such objects falling into the wrong hands... namely yours.*

**Starscream**: *Always so quick to pass judgement. Perhaps it's time to put Shockwave's work to the test. Ramjet, take the relic. I'll catch up to you when I've destroyed these fools.*

**Ramjet**: *Are you sure about that?*

**Starscream**: *I never had faith in Shockwave's aim. But with the improved Aim Enhancer? No problem. See you when I'm done.*

### ***Chapter 3: Power Seeker***

#### **Mission 1: Brothers No More**

Part 1:

**Ramjet**: *Starscream, you survived?*

**Starscream**: *I am nothing, if not resilient. Do you have the relic?*

**Ramjet**: *Of course, I do not fail to do what I say I will. What about that Aim Enhancer gadget you were raving about? Didn't seem to work out for you.*

**Starscream**: *It's aim was as reliable as Shockwave's. But, now that I've used it, I know what needs to be fixed. It needs a Sarscream touch. With a little time it'll put The Seekers where we belong... on top!*

**Ramjet**: *I've heard that before. Get on with fixing it.*

Part 2:

**Bludgeon**: *Ramjet, the shifty one approaches.*

**Ramjet**: *So, is the Aim Enhancer repaired? I sense the Commander will arrive soon, and we'll need any advantage we can muster.*

**Starscream**: *It is not only repaired, it is perfected. But what is with the samurai reject? Why does he accompany you?*

**Ramjet**: *Hey, a bot's got to have back up. Especially when dealing with... the likes of you!*

**Starscream**: *What!? Likes of me? I am your leader, your brother, a fellow Seeker!*

**Ramjet**: *You are but one of those... a Seeker. Your past says it all. You're too treacherous and self serving to ever be a leader or brother.*

*Bludgeon, relieve him of the Aim Enhancer.*

**Starscream**: *You'll pay for this!*

Part 3:

**Ramjet**: *Who is the geisha painted Autobot?*

**Bludgeon**: *They like to bring her along when I'm around. They think her sword gives them an edge. Sadly for them, that edge is pathetically dull.*

**Windblade**: *Still full of empty bravado, Bludgeon.*

**Bludgeon**: *You're about to be emptied of Energon when my blade spills it upon the battlefield.*

**Ramjet**: *That's some serious scrap-talking, Bludgeon. I like the attitude. Take care of business and I'll make you an honorary Seeker.*

#### **Mission 2: The Corrupting Cube**

Part 1:

**Optimus Prime**: *Commander, the dissension between Ramjet and Starscream has only made our task more difficult. Shockwave's devices now lie with the Seeker known to be clinically unstable.*

**Arcee**: *Only a crazed conehead like Ramjet would think mid-air headbutts are a good combat strategy.*

**Optimus Prime**: *And now he possesses the Aim Enhancer and a relic of considerable corruptive power.*

**Arcee**: *Primus bless us if he uses the Unstable Energon Cube on one of our own.*

**Optimus Prime**: *That, Arcee, is a well founded fear. Commander, you know your mission... find Ramjet.*

Part 2:

**Ramjet**: *An Autobot on a joyride, today's my lucky day.*

**Sideswipe**: *Ummm, it's not a joyride. It's called a scouting mission and you've just been scouted.*

**Ramjet**: *Want to scout something a little more interesting?*

**Sideswipe**: *I've got time to kill. The Commander and his team have been notified. They'll be here soon.*

**Ramjet**: *Good. Take a look at this.*

**Sideswipe**: ***AYAAAAAAAAAAAAAAH!!!!!!***

**Ramjet**: *Looks like Starscream was right for once. Shockwave's Unstable Energon Cube could be the tool I need to rise above the savages of this wasteland.*

Part 3:

**Sideswipe**: *What do we have here? The pink sniper and her crew of misfires.*

**Arcee**: *Sideswipe, what's gotten into you?*

**Ramjet**: *I'm betting he's feeling the effects of my new toy, the Unstable Energon Cube. Sideswipe, why don't you show the Commander and his help what unstable Energon can do?*

**Sideswipe**: *No problem... I won't even have to scratch my chrome.*

**Arcee**: *We don't want to do this, but it's for your own good. Commander, we've got to get Sideswipe back to HQ... We can't just leave him in Ramjet's control.*

**Sideswipe**: *That's not your decision to make. It's time to get it on!*

#### **Mission 3: Results May Vary**

Part 1:

**Soundwave**: *We are glad you have accepted our entreaty.*

**Optimus Prime**: *I accept that in desperate times, one must consider all options.*

**Shockwave**: *Sounds logic. I will be concise. You want Ramjet and what he possesses. We can help you achieve that.*

**Optimus Prime**: *Do you also not want what he possesses? After all, they were once yours.*

**Shockwave**: *Trinkets do not concern me. Ramjet and Starscream pose a threat, one that may rival that of the alternate reality Megatron.*

**Optimus Prime**: *So why do you not face the threat yourself? Our causes may be aligned but rarely are our forces.*

**Shockwave**: *We have done the calculations. The Commander and the team you have amassed share a much higher probability of success than the two of us. A limited alliance is the logical choice.*

**Optimus Prime**: *What do you offer in return?*

**Shockwave**: *Find the Seeker. We hold the means to guarantee your success in battle. That is all.*

Part 2:

**Ramjet**: *The Commander and his Autobot stooges. Wait, Shockwave, Soundwave... Have you caught Starscream's disease and turned traitor?*

**Soundwave**: *We do what logic dictates. You must be defeated. They are the means to your destruction.*

**Shockwave**: *You must be punished for taking that which is not yours.*

**Ramjet**: *In the right hands, these devices contain the power to rule. I have the right hands... Mine!*

**Optimus Prime**: *Precisely the reason we are aligned to stop you. Shockwave, now is the time to fulfill your end of the bargain... The guarantee to the Commander's success?*

**Shockwave**: *Ramjet does not know that I remote hacked the Aim Enhancer. It will not produce the results he wants*.

**Ramjet**: *I don't need your toys to produce the results I want.*

***I will produce them myself!***