Transformers Introduces a New Faction Amidst Autobot Death in the Decepticon’s Ongoing War

WARNING! Spoilers for Transformers #15 The latest issue of Transformers introduces a new Autobot in the Energon Universe, but their appearance is short-lived as they meet their demise almost immediately. With Starscream establishing his own faction, the conflict among the Autobot and Decepticon forces intensifies, creating unprecedented challenges for all parties involved, including humanity.

In Transformers #15, crafted by the creative talents of Daniel Warren Johnson, Jorge Corona, Sarah Stern, and Rus Wooton, readers are brought back to the core narrative following a two-issue interlude centered on Starscream. After the devastating events of the series’ second arc, the Autobots are on the lookout for allies, leading them to their comatose companion, the iconic G1 Transformer Trailbreaker.

Comic book panels: The Autobots retrieve Trailbreaker

Just as Wheeljack prepares to revive Trailbreaker, disaster strikes. Starscream’s Brigade arrives, and before any attempts at revival can take place, Trailbreaker is tragically lost during a chaotic three-way confrontation involving the Autobots and a fresh wave of Decepticons.

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Comic book panels: Astrotrain destroys Trailbreaker

The timing of Trailbreaker’s loss adds tremendous weight to the Autobots’ already dire situation. Though they previously triumphed over Shockwave and severed the link between Cybertron and Earth, it came at a high price, including Ratchet’s death and Cliffjumper and Elita-1 being left stranded on Cybertron. Meanwhile, Arcee embarks on a quest to track down her mentor, Ultra Magnus, alongside human friends Spike and Carly, as well as fellow Autobot Beachcomber. Optimus Prime, recognizing a pressing need for support, seeks to bolster the Autobot forces, even if it means tapping into precious Energon resources to do so.

Trailbreaker, a character introduced in the original 1984 toy line, is known for his affable demeanor and transforms into a Toyota camper truck, representing a nostalgic piece of Transformers history.

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While Trailbreaker’s demise is a significant blow, Transformers #15 also showcases two additional Autobots on Cybertron. Cliffjumper finds himself surrounded by Bluestreak and Blur, who are part of Elita-1’s unconventional group of Autobot rebels engaged in combat against the Decepticons. Though these individuals could provide crucial assistance to Optimus Prime and his team on Earth, the shadow of Elita-1’s previous betrayal suggests that their reunion may not be entirely amicable. The Energon Universe continues to evolve with growing tensions, leaving the Autobots in dire need of every ally they can secure amidst the escalating conflict.

Transformers #15 is now available from Skybound Entertainment.

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