In 1984, the animated series about robot transformers with intelligence and soul, as well as the ability to turn into different types of equipment, was released. Over the years, transformers have not become less popular, and in 2007, Michael Bay finally transferred this story to the movie screen. However, for those who were previously not familiar with animated series and comics about living robots, it is not always clear from the Bay film and its sequels who the Decepticon transformers are, how they differ from the Autobots, where they came from and why they are at war. Meanwhile, it was the enmity of these robots that played a fatal role in the history of their home planet.
Who are the transformers
Autobots and Decepticons are representatives of the fictional race of Cybertrons (inhabitants of the planet Cybertron). Despite the fact that they are robots, these creatures are endowed with reason and soul, they are able to feel pain and suffer.
Two species are known among cybertrons: autobots (autonomous robotic life forms from the planet Cybertron) and Decepticons (translated from English, this name means "robotic deceivers"). Over time, these creatures evolved into maxima (Autobots) and predacons (Decepticons). There are other races on Cybertron too, but they are few in number and are trying to maintain neutrality.
The events of the fictional universe of transformers is devoted to more than one comic book series, as well as several animated series. The most famous are “Transformers: The First Generation”, “Powerheads”, “Transformers: The Second Generation”, “Battle of the Beasts 1,2”, “Transformers: Prime”. Decepticons and Autobots became the heroes of numerous full-length animated films and films. There is also a whole series of video games about cybertrons.
Decepticon Transformers and Autobots: Physiology Features
By the structure of the body, cybertrons resemble people. They have heads, necks, torsos, as well as arms and legs. Moreover, inside the transformers are arranged differently. They have biological and technological components.
The soul of every robot is the Spark (a repository of personal qualities and memory, also the source of life). Important biological parts of each cybertron are the transformation gear and vocal processor. Cybertrons also have an analogue of human DNA - KNK and a bio-mechanical aura.
The brain component belongs to the technological component (without it, the robot turns into a limp drone). In the body of each cybertron mass of microcircuits, sensory sensors and processors. Transformer armor resembles human skin, it protects the robot from damage.
To live, cybertrons need a special mineral - energon. Otherwise, they need neither air nor food.
Marvel Comic Book Story
There are several theories of the origin of life on Cybertron. According to the comics, an ancient deity named Primus was at enmity with the mighty god Unicron. After the final battle, each of the participants was locked inside the planet.
Primus managed to revive his dungeon, populating it with robots, which he himself created. Initially, Primus transformers were able to reproduce only vegetatively. This feature was later deactivated. And so that robots could continue to multiply, Primus created a program that could revive any device ("Leadership Matrix"). After that, Primus ceased to participate in the life of his creations, leaving them to decide their own destinies.
The theory of the appearance of transformers according to cartoons and movies
According to another version, powerful creatures from the planet Quintess (Quintessons) decided to move to Cybertron. They arranged the planet to their liking. For maintenance and mining of the necessary minerals, as well as for entertainment, a separate race of robots was created.
The first transformers were Autobots - peaceful creatures programmed to carry out everyday tasks. Over time, the quintessons needed more powerful transformers capable of working in mines. In addition, gladiatorial battles between slave robots began to be popular. All this served as the reason that a new mechanical form was created - the Decepticon transforming robot.
After several million years, the consciousness of robots has evolved. They realized the cruelty of the creators and wanted to find freedom. Therefore, the Decepticon transformers and the Autobots, united, raised an uprising against the Quintessons. As a result, the planet came under the power of transformers.
The history of the confrontation of cybertrons
After the victory, the Autobots concentrated power in their hands. Under their clear guidance, cities began to be built on the planet, and culture and science developed.
Despite peace and prosperity, not all cybertrons agreed that peace-loving Autobots ruled the planet.
The ambitious Decepticon Megatron and his henchmen were of the opinion that they are a more perfect species and therefore should rule Cybertron. They revolted, starting a long-standing civil war between the Cybertrons.
The Autobots were led by Orion Pax (Orion Mirny).
Deceived by Megatron, Orion nearly died at the beginning of the Great War. Through the efforts of his companions, he was healed, and also gained strength and a new name - Optimus Prime. It was he who became the undisputed leader of the Autobots, he fought for millions of years with the tyranny that the Decepticon transformers staged.
Due to constant wars, Cybertron's resources were depleted, Megatron and Optimus were forced to look for deposits of the necessary mineral on other planets. Over time, they reached the Earth. Optimus Prime took on a mission to protect people from the Decepticons, many Autobots followed suit.
For more than 30 years, stories about transformers have been broadcast on all television screens of the world. Judging by the unquenchable popularity of cybertrons, the final is still far away, and fans will see new meetings with their favorite characters for a very long time.