My AU version of the great Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobot Coalition.
The Prime is renowned as the noble and courageous leader of the Autobot cause against the Decepticons in their war for the future of Cybretron. But personally, he’s just trying to be the person he aspires to be and focusing on doing the right things regardless of status. Carrying himself as a modest, compassionate, and optimistic individual who seeks the good in others. On the battlefield, he leads from the front, taking the fight to the enemy. Though, more out of a much deeper obligation than just being the leader.
He also commands his own team of his most trusted allies and closest friends, Team Prime. Optimus knows his limitations, so he constantly looks to them for their advice and individual skillsets.
Despite his beloved leadership, some questions arose around him; how did Cyberton’s first Prime in eons ascended from the shadows, who or what was he before, etc. Zero record of him exists within all archives, nothing. Few claim to recognize him from the gladiator pits of Kaon, fighting alongside the arena’s nameless champions. Optimus never talks about his background with anyone, not even Elita.
In fact, he refuses to open up about anything. As Cybertron became a metallic wasteland and the losses worsened, he felt the most responsible, even in moments when circumstances were out of his control. This instance has taken a toll on him and whenever he is offered help, he replies by changing the subject and wearing a smile. And it’s only gotten worse as the war continues.
Now stranded on Earth with his current team, Optimus works non-stop in his quest to find the Ark and Alpha Trion, all while trying to maintain morale. He hardly gets a moment to appreciate the world he was led to, but when he does, its calm and peaceful nature inspires him for what Cybertron should be once the war ends. Bumblebee’s newfound passion definitely played a hand in that. But he's not blind to the planet’s vulnerability. To avoid any further involvement with more humans, he orders his team to stay discrete. His anxiety grows every day they don’t find the ark, and they can’t try to contact Elita until then, putting both Cybertron and Earth at risk.
Optimus knows Megatron is looking for him, and a reunion on this innocent world terrifies him.
the worst thing about writing or any kind of craft is having an idea you're really excited to make a reality but then you sit down and realize how much work it's going to take to get to that point and suddenly you feel like those two little gay guys in the mountain in the lord of the rings
Finally introducing my own Transformers AU. Starting with the franchise’s poster boy, Bumblebee.
One of the last naturally forged protoforms from the Allspark Wells, Bumblebee is a timid but kind young bot who strives to contribute anyway he can to bring an end to the war. He excels in his role as Team Prime's scout, along with some engineering skills he learned from his academy days. Although he prefers avoiding direct confrontation, he is not afraid to step into the fight with his wits and signature stingers… as long as he has back up. Despite his shyness, he doesn't mind engaging in conversations with his teammates and will even crack jokes to lighten the mood.
He was once way more outgoing and talkative during his constrained upbringing on Cybertron. That is until the war broke out and he barely survived the sudden total bombing of the city of Tyger Pax. He was found weeks afterwards when Optimus Prime stumbled upon a petrified, starving mini-bot trying to dig himself out of the ruble. The new Prime took upon himself to look after him, leaving the impression of a true mentor on the traumatized bot. Therefore, Bumblebee always stayed by the Optimus’ side, eventually becoming an Autobot and joining his team.
When Team Prime arrived (more like crash-landed) on Earth in search of Alpha Trion’s starship, Bumblebee was instantly drawn to the planet’s serenity and the rapidly changing pop culture of humans. He spends his free time either out on secluded nature walks, long drives through the city, or inside his quarters pirating games and new movies. Either way, he’s always listening to music. As the years went by, he became so immersed he decided after the war he would rather stay on Earth. He hasn’t told anyone yet and doesn’t know how, especially with Optimus.
He just hopes they can find Alpha Trion and get back to Cybertron before the Decpeticons find them.
Next up in my AU, Team Prime’s most skilled fighter who values her privacy, Arcee.
Reserved, sassy, and occasionally cynical, Arcee may come off as the most distant member of the team (she is), but she holds no ill-will towards her teammates and respects them… to some extent. She wields her sword and a lot of knives and is exceptionally skilled in melee combat. This choice of arsenal is reflected in a swift and direct fighting style too ruthless and out of place for a mere Autobot soldier. While she won’t think twice about fighting alongside her teammates, she’s not going to hold their hands at her own expense. She prioritizes one thing above all else: survival.
Dwelling in poverty within the underground levels of Kalis, Arcee worked, stole, and fought every day to protect her sister Firestar, who suffers from a processor disconnect that left her erratic and compulsive. When the war began and Kalis seceded to the Decepticons, they were both “offered” an escape.
Firestar was designated as Flamewar.
Arcee? Nightbird.
Nightbird was assigned covert and reconnaissance operations, eventually receiving assassination missions targeting Providence governors, senators, and Autobot commanders. Even Optimus Prime himself on one occasion, but failed after underestimating him. As the war became bloodier, more neutrals were caught in the crossfire and any who remained in Decepticon territory were treated poorly. Nightbird began questioning her leader’s motives and realized she couldn’t fight for them anymore. She approached her sister with a plan to escape off world, but Flamewar had become so ideologically devoted to the Decepticon cause it led to a violent confrontation and Arcee fled on her own.
Somehow, Arcee ended up joining the Autobots and is stuck on some rock with the very leader she tried to offline, but Prime seems content with her for some reason. As for their mission, she does not see the point and is just counting down the days until something happens. She does have some entertainment with her new wood carving hobby and whatever human media Bee bugs her with. Flam- Firestar does come up in her thoughts sometimes… wondering if she’s still out there.
A little collection of shattered glass tfp edits I've made over time (part 1/?, I won't chill until I redraw all of them)
Hey guys! Hope y’all are having a great October! Sorry my posts have been lacking, I’ve been busy with personal art and other assortments for school or writing projects. But! I got a few things sorted so I’ll try posting more.
In the meantime have a little drawing I made the other day. Man I love vampires.
+some other stuff!
'You got sad eyes, Mister. Like you've seen sad things...'
battle ready
Poor stupid Skyfire :>
Part 2 of 2 Part 1 here