*Decepticons
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[02/04/98] THE MACHINE WARS TECH-SPEC LISTING [02/04/98]
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*** Notes before the fact:
Out of necessity, I had to separate the Machine Wars listing from
the generation one, two, and Beast Wars Transformers Tech-Spec listings.
Namely, the file had become so large and unmanageable that adding a
bunch of entries was not feasable. Like it or not, Machine Wars is now
part of the Transformers history, and some sort of net-documentation
should exist -- even if it has been well over a year since I last pondered
doing anything resembling an update.
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* Reading the spec list:
It's pretty straight forward, but in case you get confused this
should spell things out for you.
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Megatron Function: Commander Group: Decepticon
" Prepare for oblivion! "
| Stren. | Intel. | Speed | Endur. | Rank | Cour. | Firep. | Skill |
10 10 9 10 10 10 9 10
Megatron once again "takes to the skies in disguise" in his latest
aerial-attack configuration. Body armor composed of stealth
deflector shields that allow for invisible attacks on Autobot
enemies. Twin turbo thrusters rocket him to speeds of up to
600mph in less than 17 seconds. In robot or vehicle mode,
this evil commander is one of the worst threats in the universe.
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The dashed lines are separators and nothing more. The the name of
the transformer followed by an optional curly braces. This is a basic
description of which version of this toy it is. Next is the function;
What their job is. And what subgroup/allegiance the toy is. The second
line is that character's quote or motto. The third and fourth lines
are used together. The first one is abbreviations (where needed) of
a Transformer's attributes, and a numerical rating of each one from
1 to 10. Below is the rough translation of each one:
Stren. = Strength (Physical Strength)
Intel. = Intelligence (How smart they are)
Speed = Speed (How fast they are in vehicle/robot mode)
Endur. = Endurance (physical durability)
Rank = Rank (Rank on the command chain)
Cour. = Courage (Guts)
Firep. = Firepower (How big is their gun)
Skill = Skill (How well they perform their function)
The remaing lines describe the Transformer's personality,
weaponry, weaknesses, etc..
* Legal-EZE stuff:
* Oh yeah, "The Transformers", "Autobots", "Decepticons", "Maximals",
"Predacons", and all codenames and subgroups listed are copyrighted
by Hasbro and/or Kenner.
* The toys themselves are copyrighted by Hasbro, Takara, Banadi,
Toy Box, ToyC, Kenner, and maybe one or two other companies I
don't know about.
* This list was produced for educational purposes only. And as an aid for
other collectors who bought used Transformers at garage sales, flea
markets, auctions, etc. and did not get the tech-spec card.
* This list is not to be sold for profit or used in any other trade
where this list is equated with money. I created this list out of
the goodness of my heart and am not making a red (or green) cent
off of it. The only thing I get is a warm happy glow knowing
that others are getting the information they need.
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DECEPTICONS
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Megaplex -=- Warrior / Clone
Megatron -=- Commander
Skywarp -=- Warrior
Soundwave -=- Communications
Starscream -=- Pursuit and Capture
Thundercracker -=- Rebel Warrior
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Megaplex Function: Warrior / Clone Group: Decepticon
" The skies belong to me! "
| Stren. | Intel. | Speed | Endur. | Rank | Cour. | Firep. | Skill |
5 5 8 7 6 8 7 6
Megaplex was built to function as a clone for Megatron, a
strategy designed to confuse enemy Autobots who seek to shoot
down the elusive Decepticon leader. But Megaplex is more than
just a decoy, he is equipped with powerful attack weapons that
make him a formidable warrior in any air battle. And in robot
mode, he only gets tougher!
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Megatron Function: Commander Group: Decepticon
" Prepare for oblivion! "
| Stren. | Intel. | Speed | Endur. | Rank | Cour. | Firep. | Skill |
10 10 9 10 10 10 9 10
Megatron once again "takes to the skies in disguise" in his latest
aerial-attack configuration. Body armor composed of stealth
deflector shields that allow for invisible attacks on Autobot
enemies. Twin turbo thrusters rocket him to speeds of up to
600mph in less than 17 seconds. In robot or vehicle mode,
this evil commander is one of the worst threats in the universe.
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Skywarp Function: Warrior Group: Decepticon
" Strike when their backs are turned! "
| Stren. | Intel. | Speed | Endur. | Rank | Cour. | Firep. | Skill |
5 2 7 7 3 7 6 4
Considered the sneakiest Decepticon to ever fly in the sky. Pulls
practical jokes on fellow fighter planes. Low intelligence makes
him prone to accidents and occasional mid-air collisions. Instant
conversion capabilities allow for immediate battle-ready status.
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Soundwave Function: Communications Group: Decepticon
" Cries and screams are music to my ears! "
| Stren. | Intel. | Speed | Endur. | Rank | Cour. | Firep. | Skill |
8 9 2 6 8 5 8 6
A smooth talking opportunist who uses his eavesdropping abilities
on friend and foe alike. Equipped with advanced radio wave and
energy sensors, Soundwave is a crucial communications link for
Decepticon forces. Four armored tracks equip him for any terrain,
and the giant electron rocket makes him a devastating warrior,
earning him the nickname "The Terror Tank."
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Starscream Function: Pursuit and Capture Group: Decepticon
" Conquest is made of the ashes of one's enemies. "
| Stren. | Intel. | Speed | Endur. | Rank | Cour. | Firep. | Skill |
7 7 9 7 5 8 7 7
Starscream is ruthless, cold-blooded, and cruel, yet considers
himself the smartest, most sophisticated Decepticon of all. He
believes Decepticons should rely more on guile and speed rather
than brute force to defeat the Autobots. He's a powerful air
commander who can reach speeds of mach 2.8 at an altitude of 52
miles, even while flying heavily armed with his heat seeking,
air-to-air missiles.
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Thundercracker Function: Rebel Warrior Group: Decepticon
" The best Weapon is terror! "
| Stren. | Intel. | Speed | Endur. | Rank | Cour. | Firep. | Skill |
6 4 7 7 4 8 6 4
Believes in the Decepticon cause, but remains rebellious among his
own ranks. Contemptuous and cruel to anything that can't fly.
Produces 200 mile radius sonic boom at excessive flight speeds.
Uses terror tactics to strike fear in enemies, and panic among
the innocent.
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