Optimus Prime
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Optimus Prime | |
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Transformers character | |
Voiced by | English:
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Affiliation | Autobot/Maximal |
Japanese name | Inochi, Convoy |
Sub-group | Action Masters, Autorollers, Combat Heroes, Deluxe Vehicles, Go-Bots, Masterpiece, Primes, Powermasters, Voyagers |
Function | Autobot Leader, Supreme Commander, Chief Commander |
Rank | 10 |
Partner | Roller, Hi-Q |
Motto |
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Alternate modes | Freightliner Cab-over-engine Class 8 truck, Cybertronian truck, COBRA Sentry & Missile System tank, 1920s style truck, Peterbilt Truck, Mid-90s Peterbilt 4964EX Tanker Truck, Lamborghini Diablo, Dump truck, Dodge Ram SRT-10, Nissan GT-R, Bat |
Optimus Prime, also known in Japan as Convoy,[a] is a fictional character and the protagonist of the Transformers franchise. Generally depicted as a brave and noble leader, Optimus Prime is the supreme commander of the Autobots in their fight against Megatron and the Decepticons. The Transformers characters were developed for an American market after Hasbro representatives visited the 1983 Tokyo Toy Show.[3] The characters were modified and the coloring was changed; notably, Optimus Prime was colored red, chrome, and dark blue. The popularity of the Transformers toys resulted in comics, movies, and even a TV series.
In the Transformers mythology, Optimus Prime is a Cybertronian, an extraterrestrial species of sentient self-configuring modular
Over the history of the Transformers franchise, Optimus Prime has been portrayed by a variety of actors such as Peter Cullen, Garry Chalk, Neil Kaplan, David Kaye, and Alan Tudyk.
Animated character biography
Optimus Prime, also known as Orion Pax, embodies strong moral values, exceptional leadership, and strategic prowess. Equipped with advanced weaponry and martial arts skills, he champions justice and peaceful coexistence with humans. As bearer of the matrix of Leadership, he leads the Autobots, engaged in an eternal conflict against the Decepticons. Originating from the ancient Dynasty of Primes, Optimus Prime's selfless sacrifice and rallying cry of "All are One" were pivotal in defeating Unicron. Reborn as Orion Pax, he embraced his new identity, only to reclaim his role as Optimus Prime to confront the Decepticons led by his former friend, Megatron, igniting the Great War on Cybertron. While his origins and persona may vary across different storylines, this depiction remains consistent throughout iterations of the Transformers universe.
Generation 1
The first-generation Optimus Prime transforms into a
The original specification of the Generation 1 Optimus Prime specifies that Optimus Prime consists of three components: the humanoid "Brain Center" (which transforms into the truck cab), the "Combat Deck" (which transforms into the truck trailer), and the "Scout Car"," a non-transforming six-wheeled buggy called Roller, which can ride inside the truck trailer. All three components can function independently, but injury to one is felt by the other two. However, in by far the most of the fiction, the humanoid robot actually is Optimus Prime, with the other two components treated as mere accessories that disappear off the scene when Optimus Prime transforms from truck to robot mode.
Transformers: Robots in Disguise
Optimus Prime is the fictional protagonist of the
Hidden on Earth as common, everyday vehicles, the Autobots are forced to emerge when
Unicron trilogy
The "
During the events of Armada, Optimus looks similar to the original G1 Optimus Prime until he copies himself with a semi-truck and his design in robot mode changes.[10] He is shown to be a well respected leader who treats those under his command with respect and is partnered with the Minicon Sparkplug.
During the events of Cybertron, Optimus Prime is the main protagonist and shows a near-
Transformers film series
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Alternate modes | Cybertronian Entry Mode Protoform, 1997 Peterbilt 379 semi-truck, 1973 Marmon cab-over semi-Truck, 2014 Western Star 5700 Phantom Custom semi-truck[11] |
Optimus Prime appears in the
Although the character was redesigned to some extent, like the other characters in the film, many classic design elements remain in his robot mode including a predominantly red torso, primarily blue legs, the presence of windows in his chest, smoke stacks on his shoulders, and a head design influenced by the original, featuring the iconic faceplate and ear finials. The faceplate is able to retract to reveal a mouth. His weapons include his iconic ion blaster, a Barrage cannon, two retractable energon blades that extend from his forearms, which is a homage to Prime's energy axe in the Generation 1 animated series, and two retractable energon hooks that extend from his wrists. The trailer contains an energy axe, a shield, and flight gear. In the later IDW comics, he displays the ability to produce a holographic driver.
At
Reception
The 2000s film series incarnation of Optimus Prime was met with warm reception. It was named the 30th greatest movie superhero of all time by "
Involvement in the films
Movie Name | Year |
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Transformers | 2007 |
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen | 2009 |
Transformers: Dark of the Moon | 2011 |
Transformers: Age of Extinction | 2014 |
Transformers: The Last Knight | 2017 |
Bumblebee | 2018 |
Transformers: Rise of the Beasts | 2023 |
Transformers film series
In the online CGI cartoon Cyber Missions produced by TG Studios for Hasbro's website, Optimus is once again seen fighting Megatron, this time with some help from Sideswipe. Optimus also helps Ironhide against Mindwipe.
Film incarnation
During the promotion of the Transformers films, Optimus Prime appeared in several commercials. Optimus Prime, along with other Transformers, were featured in several commercials for General Motors. Scenes with Optimus Prime were used in several General Motors commercials.[13] A commercial for the Discovery Channel featured Optimus Prime singing part of a promotional song.[14]
Optimus also appeared on the
Transformers Animated
Optimus Prime appears in the
Optimus has the ability to change any part of his robotic body into a
Animated Optimus Prime, in an Earth-based fire truck mode, appears as a hidden character in the Transformers Netjet video game by Hasbro. Instead of being the leader of the Autobots, Prime was actually a washout from the Elite Guard. Despite no longer being a member, he maintains his military ranking of "Prime. The scale chart released for the series indicates Optimus Prime stands about 22 feet tall.[17]
In the animated series, Optimus Prime was originally in the Autobot Academy and friends with Sentinel Prime and Elita One. When Elita is lost on a planet dominated by giant
Optimus Prime appears among the characters in Re-Unification, the 2010 TFCon voice actor play prelude comic.[18]
Aligned Continuity
Optimus Prime is the leader of the main group of Autobots in the iteration of the Transformers franchise primarily marked by the 2010 animated series
In the Transformers: Prime series, he can form bladed weapons or blasters from his hands. He has a telescopic vision and turns into a long-nose semi-trailer truck. Before the Great War, Optimus Prime was originally known as Orion Pa,; a young data clerk who worked in Iaco, under the wing of Alpha Trion. Orion was chosen by the High Council and became "Optimus Prime, upon being entrusted with themMatrix of Leadership by Primus himself.
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Voice actors
Optimus Prime is primarily voiced by Peter Cullen in most of his incarnations, who voiced him in the original series. Following the production of the 2007 film, Cullen reprised his role for the sequels and supporting media and would even voice Optimus in later series such as
Comics
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Marvel Comics |
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Dreamwave Productions |
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IDW Publishing |
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Video games
Name | Appearance |
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Generation 1 Optimus Prime: |
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Unicron Trilogy Optimus Prime: | Transformers (2004) |
Transformers: Autobots: | Optimus Prime appears in the Autobot Campaign |
Transformers: Decepticons: | Optimus Prime appears in the Decepticon Campaign |
Transformers Animated: | Animated Optimus Prime appears in the 2008 Nintendo DS game |
Transformers: War for Cybertron: | A younger version of Prime Optimus Prime is playable in the Autobot campaign |
Honors
At BotCon 2010, Hasbro named Optimus Prime as one of the first five robot inductees in the Transformers Hall of Fame.[20]
In March 2023, Optimus Prime received a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Nickelodeon Kids' Choice Awards.[21]
See also
Notes
References
- ^ "Exclusive: Peter Cullen Interview". IGN. Archived from the original on 2012-03-11. Retrieved 2010-10-12.
- ^ "Narration – Belgrade Music". belgrademusic.com. Retrieved 2019-07-11.
- ISBN 978-1-4766-2411-2.
- ^ Lee, Chris (Spring 2014). Hero Complex, Los Angeles Times. p. 22
- ISBN 978-1-4053-0461-0.
- ^ "G1 Optimus Prime". Unicron.com Transformers Collector Site. Retrieved March 7, 2013.
- ^ "Transformers: The Many Looks of Optimus Prime". IGN. Retrieved 2010-10-12.
- ^ "TRANSFORMERS ROBOTS IN DISGUISE Returns! Hasbro Launches Product Line Based on Original '80s Theme; Fox Kids Series to Debut September 8th". Business Wire. 2001-09-05. Retrieved 2011-09-19.
- Wired Magazine. 2008-08-21. Retrieved 2010-10-03.
- ^ Rennie, Jonathan (2003-04-18). "That's not all folks; CARTOON CLASSICS: 1970s CULT HEROES RETURN". Evening Times.
- ^ a b "Western Star Trucks Trucking Shows & Events". Western Star Trucks. Archived from the original on 2014-06-26. Retrieved 2014-06-26.
- ^ "Top heroes and villains named in movie list". News.com.au. 2007-11-26. Archived from the original on 2011-08-04. Retrieved 2011-09-23.
- ^ "Transformers GM Commercial 2". YouTube. Archived from the original on 2007-07-12. Retrieved 2011-04-04.
- ^ "Movie Optimus Prime in Discovery Channel Commercial". Seibertron. 2009-11-23. Retrieved 2011-09-26.
- ^ Weintraub, Steve "Frosty" (2009-07-07). "Optimus Prime Presents the Top Ten Things That Sound Cool When Spoken By A Giant Robot on David Letterman". Collider. Archived from the original on 2011-08-29. Retrieved 2011-09-26.
- ^ Character bios for Transformers Animated characters Archived September 9, 2008, at the Wayback Machine
- ^ "Share some TF Design Spoiler". Tfw2005.com. Retrieved 2011-04-04.
- ^ "TFCon". Tfcon.ca. Archived from the original on 2010-07-18. Retrieved 2011-04-04.
- ^ "BotCon 2010 "Transformers: Prime" Panel Coverage". TFW2005.com. 2010-06-26. Retrieved 2011-04-04.
- ^ "Transformers Hall of Fame Robots". Hasbro.com. Archived from the original on 2010-07-05. Retrieved 2011-04-04.
- ^ Blanchet, Ben (5 March 2023). "Optimus Prime Rolls Out To Praise With Unusual Honor At Kids' Choice Awards 2023". Huffington Post. Retrieved 2023-03-05.
Bibliography
- Furman, Simon (2004). Transformers: The Ultimate Guide. London: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley). pp. 110, 118. OCLC 223988192.