Title: Transformers Set The Universe On Fire
Genre: Action/Adventure, Romance, Family
Rating: T for some strong language, strong violence, sexual reference and dark themes
Summary:
The Quintessons have attacked and taken precious loved ones. Now, the Cybertronians and the human allies are determined to pay them a visit to take back what they love. And to do that, they must travel into deep space.
~Chapter One~
Launch Off
The war between Cybertronians is over. Earth is safe from being invaded and destroyed by alien invaders. We, the Cybertronians will serve as its protectors. No threat will ever come to this young planet again.
But I fear the fight is not over.
The creations of Unicron has struck and has taken many humans and Cybertronians as slaves for their dreaded empire.
The fight that my Cybertronians will encounter will test their faith in one another and even in life itself. They will be shakened by the horrors that the Quintessons will bring and have brought.
But I believe in my children. I know that they are strong enough to deal with what will be coming. All they must do is stand strong together with the humans that travel with them in the deepest parts of the universe.
A war that the Quintessons have started is about to begin.
*-*spoken by Primacron*-*
It was time. They had been inside long enough and it was time for them to come out.
Everyone was waiting patiently but anxiously for their newest team members to come out from within the All Spark. It was mostly four certain Cybertronians who were the most anxious about seeing their soon to be spark mates.
"Are they done yet?" Starscream asked impatiently looking at Magnus Prime.
The large red and orange Prime looked at the Seeker in irritation as he stood beside Primacron's large spark chamber. "Starscream, if you or Barricade ask me that one more time, I am going to bash your face in!" He growled.
Beside him, Optimus gently patted his shoulder to calm him. He was anxious about getting this over with and getting on a move on with the launch off into space as soon as possible. They had to wait until Primacron, Alpha Prime and Solus Prime were done though.
As of now, they could see the symbols on the All Spark lighting up brightly. It was almost time.
"Patience, Starscream. They are almost done with the transformation. You just need to wait until it is complete." Optimus said calmly.
Starscream huffed but calmed down a little. He just wanted his spark mate out of there soon. He couldn't help but wonder if things were going wrong. He hoped that nothing was. He was pretty anxious to see what Cole would be looking like after she made the transformation into Nightbird.
"You really think it's going to work with that new Cybertronian, Optimus?" Rodimus Prime asked, glancing over the older Prime.
Optimus glanced back and smiled at his younger protégé. "If Primacron can bring back life into others, Rod, I am sure he can do the same for our newest Autobot." He answered as he looked back at the All Spark.
It had been a little over three weeks since the war between Cybertronians had ended. And the death of one of their closest allies, John Keller. Everyone was preparing for what could have been a very long journey that would take the Cybertronians and some of their human allies many years to achieve. But everyone had made their minds up.
The Cybertronian ship they would be taking to travel into deep space, the Ark was prepped and readjusted and fitted with the necessary means of survival. It had taken those three weeks to stock the entire ship full of supplies for the journey.
Starscream, Skyfire and Wheeljack had done a lot of work on oxygen for the humans that would be going. They had tested the oxygen tanks and ventilation systems while humans worked in some of the sleeping quarters, getting things they needed and wanted for their temporarily homes. Human food had been stocked to the brim for them as well as energon from Cybertron. The ship was ready.
All they had to do was wait for the crew to be ready.
Most of the Primes were staying on Cybertron to rebuild their world and maintain peace between Cybertronians and mankind. The only Primes that were going were Optimus, Rodimus and even Sentinel. The others were staying.
Starscream was leaving Dirge in charge of the Seeker population on Cybertron while he was taking his trine and Blitzwing with him. Most of the Decepticons were also staying behind. It was mostly Soundwave and his subunits, Barricade and his Racetrack Patrol Team and even all of the Vehicons were going with.
As for on the Autobot side, Optimus and Elita were obviously going. So was Sideswipe and Sunstreaker. Ironhide and Chromia were determined to go, as well as Arcee, Moonracer, Prowl, and Jazz. Skyfire and his twin brother, Silverbolt would also be going with. Wheeljack was also going, as well as Mirage and Blaster. Bumblebee and Spitfire were also determined to go as back up and they wouldn't take no for an answer. Everyone else was staying behind.
For the humans that would be travelling with them, there were not that many. But it was enough. Sam, obviously, as well as Trent and Anya would be aboard the ship. There had been a short fight between the young couple and their families but they refused to back down. They wanted to help and they weren't going to be left behind. Simmons, Robert and Monique Epps, and a few human soldiers would also be aboard.
Will Lennox, Reno Banes and Vladimir Karpos would be staying behind with their families and everyone else. Rex Rory and Elena Lincoln had tried arguing their selves into the team but their parents and Cybertronian Guardians had put their foot down on the matter.
Finally after a few hours of waiting, the All Spark clicked loudly and began to open up. Bright light fell on everyone that was waiting, making all of them have to raise their arms to shield their eyes and optics from being blinded.
From within came out Primacron with Alpha and Solus, all smiling as they walked out from the All Spark.
"Everyone," Primacron spoke in his dual voice as he stepped out of the way with the two Primes. He raised one hand to motion to the first to walk from the All Spark. "Allow me to introduce you to the four newest Cybertronians. Nightbird."
A tall fifteen foot femme walked out from within, making everyone gape at her in surprise. She was a deep silver color with fiery red highlights running down her chassis and arms. Her helm looked more like a smooth helmet with a red sheet of metal traced across her lower half face while her eyes were a brilliant red optics. She had what looked like a jet's cockpit hanging low behind her lower back as well as wings hanging behind her. She was tall and slim, definitely built for stealth and speed.
Formly known as Cole Keller, now Nightbird, she actually looked more like a robotic female ninja.
Starscream's mouth fell open and his optics were wide in surprise as he gazed at his spark mate. He couldn't believe how good she looked as a Cybertronian. He always though she had been a beautiful human but she made one gorgeous Cybertronian. "Cole..." he whispered in awe.
The mask slid aside to reveal a sly smile on Nightbird's face as she walked right up to the Seeker and grabbed his chassis. She pulled him sharply down so she could kiss him. "Hey, Star. How do I look?" She asked in a metallic version of Cole's voice.
The Decepticon Leader grinned as he kissed her back, his arm wrapping around her waist as he pulled her closer. "No femme will ever compare to you, love." He said in a rather husky voice.
"Ewwwww! Guys, get in a room!" Laughed Skywarp as he and Thundercracker moved forward to greet their now sister Seeker, which it was obvious that was what she was.
Primacron chuckled as he motioned to the next femme that came out. "Roulette." He announced her.
Roulette was a much shorter femme than Nightbird but tall compared to the humans. She was almost the same size as the Arcee sisters. She was no doubt going to be a motorcycle unit like them as well. She had a felinish face and helm, deadly beautiful as a femme. She was painted completely black with silver showing from under her curvy armor.
The new femme smirked right at Barricade as she walked right up to him. "Hey, Barry. Do I look good?" She asked in a metallic version of Kris Hepherr's voice.
Barricade's only answer came as his police lights flickered and his fans kicked on. It was no doubt he was a little turned on by how his femme friend now looked. She only smirked before she did the exact same thing as Nightbird had. Tugging him down into a kiss, which made several cat call and whistle.
"And allow me to introduce you to Stiletto." Primacron spoke up, making Sunstreaker perk up in excitement.
The new femme that came walking out was as tall as Roulette and was almost as black as she was with the exception of pale golden highlights all over her form. She was also almost cat like and would no doubt be a motorbot. She smiled shyly at Sunstreaker, who grinned openly. "Hi, Sunny." She spoke with Maggie's thick Aussie accent.
The vain, sunshine colored Autobot immediately walked right up to her, scooped her up into his arms and kissed her, making her new fans click on.
Primacron looked over at Soundwave and his subunits, who had not taken their optics off the All Spark at all. "Soundwave, allow me to introduce you to your new femme. Maximum Wave." He said proudly as he looked at the All Spark entrance.
Out from within came a much bigger femme but slim and petite for what was definitely going to be a small car. Maximum Wave was a brilliant silver and electric blue femme with sharp green optics that twinkled in mischievous delight as they looked right back at Soundwave, who had stiffened. She had what looked like speakers on her shoulder plates. Her helm was heart shaped but with a spikey top and a curled metal piece dangling right over her optics. She walked with such grace and over confidence towards Soundwave. "Hey, Handsome. Come on over, baby." She spoke with Max's sly, seductive voice.
Soundwave remained impassive for a moment but a pair of his long glowing appendages stretched out to wrap around her waist, pulling her towards him where he wrapped his strong arms around her.
The subunits all clicked and cooed in delight as they practically danced around her high heeled peds. "Max!" They cheered.
Maximum Wave smiled down at them before turning to kiss Soundwave much like the other femmes had with heir mechs.
"And finally," Primacron spoke up as he looked to see the large built mech now walking out from within the All Spark. Everyone looked to see that the new mech was large in size, bulkier than Ironhide with a long tail hanging down behind him and what looked like a really long dinosaur head wrapped around his chassis and a small slender head resting on his left shoulder plate. His optics were a bright sapphire blue. "For your final new ally, allow me to introduce you to Sludge. The fifth Dinobot who will be going with you to rescue his team mates." The Combined God spoke up
Optimus smiled proudly as he looked at the mech, who was quite curious with his surroundings. "Welcome back, Sludge. We are very glad to finally meet you. We have been wanting to meet you for a long now." He greeted the confused Dinobot.
The mech, Sludge looked directly at him, tilting his head in curiosity. "Sl...Sl...ud...ge?" He asked with some difficulty of using his voice.
Optimus smiled and nodded as he stood tall and firm, yet continued to keep a friendly manner for the Dinobot. "Yes, Sludge. That is your name, given to you by one of our Autobot femmes, Sunriser. She befriended your fellow Dinobots many months ago and has taken the liberty of wanting to take care of all of you. You do remember the others, don't you?" He asked carefully.
Sludge's optics narrowed in concentration before he slowly nodded. "Br...brothers...Slud...ge...remember..." he spoke very slowly.
The Prime nodded in approval before he frowned seriously. "Yes, your brothers. The other Dinobots. Grimlock, Swoop, Slag, and Snarl. They really missed you, Sludge. They would happy to see you again. But I am afraid they aren't here anymore. They are gone." He said slowly so that Sludge would understand.
The Dinobot frowned, confused but he slowly nodded, his face hardening. He was understanding some of it. "Brothers...where?" He asked looking around.
Optimus shook his head, now looking stern. "They were taken, Sludge. Kidnapped. They were...stolen from us." He spoke, trying to think of the right words.
However, Sludge began to growl as if he had understood what Optimus was trying to say. "Who?! Who takens Brothers?" He growled out.
"We are actually about to go save them, Sludge." Optimus said carefully. "Your brothers and Sunriser, who is your friend. We want you to come with us, Sludge. Come with us to save your brothers."
Immediately, Sludge nodded sharply, his entire frame bristling. He seemed to be understanding just fine of what Optimus was trying to tell him. "Slud...ge...come. Save...bro-brothers!" He growled, lifting his head higher.
Again, Optimus nodded before he looked around at everyone who stood to greet their new team members. He paused to look over at a smaller red Cybertronian walking towards them with Wheeljack and the jet twins in toll. The red mech was short and stubby in a way but not too stout. He had what looked like a large cannon just sitting on his shoulder. But cannons didn't really have a sheet of thick plated glass within the nozzle end. It was actually a large telescope sitting on the mech's shoulder.
"Optimus Prime, the Ark is ready to launch. We just need all of the crew now aboard." The mech spoke, his accent rather serious ad forward.
Optimus nodded as he looked at the Autobot before turning to Primacron, who smiled at him. "Thank you, Perceptor. Lord Primacron, thank you for all you have done for all of us. But I believe it is time for us to go underway with our journey." He stated.
Primacron nodded as he smiled at Optimus, placing a hand on his shoulder. "Then I bid you and your crew good tidings, Optimus. I will not have to tell you that this could be a perilous journey. But then again, you have traveled deep space before. I can only wish you good luck and a safe journey." He told him.
The red and blue Prime nodded before looking around at everyone. "We leave soon. Prowl, Jazz, make sure everyone gets aboard just fine. Have the humans arrived?" He asked as he looked at his Second and Third.
Jazz nodded. "Yea, they're coming through the Iacon Space Bridge now. The fams too. They wanted to see 'em off. Judy won't stop crying though." He said with a chuckle.
Optimus chuckled himself. He knew very well that Ron and Judy hadn't taken it well that Sam would be going with them to rescue Mikaela and the others that had been kidnapped by the Quintessons. Then again, none of the families had. Roger and Shirley DeMarco had been the loudest to protesting that Trent went with them on their journey but their son put his foot down. He wanted to go for numerous reasons and mostly only one reason was passible to Optimus. The young human still had his Primus given power over the inner eye and he did still have a few visions.
So Trent's ability to see premonitions were the reason Optimus was even allowing him to go.
As for Anya, she wanted to go as an Intel tech, plus she wanted to be with Trent and her Guardian, Skyfire. Her opinion on Skyfire had greatly changed in the past year since he was recreated. She was as close to him as she had been with Jetfire.
Of course something that Primacron had given her right after everything settled that fateful day had helped a lot. No one knew what had been on the data disc that the God had given her but it was rumored to have been a message from Jetfire before he transformed back into Skyfire. Everyone was sure that was what it had been. Some tried asking Skyfire about it but he didn't know anything about it. He had even surprised that Jetfire had something to give to Anya.
Either way, no one continued to badger the young Russian girl about the whole thing.
Robert and Monique Epps were also going, mostly as extra protection to Sam, Trent and Anya. So were a few soldiers, who volunteered to help. One of the soldiers was also a man that not many of the Cybertronians had interacted with until recently was going.
His name was Jorge "Fig" Figueroa.
When he heard that the Cybertronians were going after the Quintessons, who had been behind the Department, who also had did massive scientific experiments on him, he immediately signed up for the mission. He basically he wanted to pay back the bastards who turned him into a cyborg because of all of the alien technology they used on him. He had a cyber-kinetic leg that he complained a lot about because of how heavy it was.
Not many really listened to him though.
"Thank you, Jazz, for the enlightenment. Other than that, is the Ark ready?" Optimus asked smiling.
Jazz nodded as he grinned up at his Prime and gave him a thumbs up. "Yepo, bossbot! Like I said, we're just waiting on the humans. That, and everyone getting on the ship." He told him. "Steve the Vehicon made Wheelie and Rice triple check all of the Ark's systems to make sure everything's top shape."
The red Cybertronian, Perceptor huffed irritably as he folded his arms. "I do not see why we are even counting on droids to run the ship, Optimus Prime. Especially when their maker was Shockwave. I do not trust them." He said in a very pompous way.
Optimus frowned as he looked at the Autobot scientist, shaking his head. "Perceptor, we have already been over this. The Vehicons are nothing like Shockwave and they had done enough to gain our trust. The Head Vehicon, Steve has done nothing to betray our trust. None of them have. We are not going to go over this again." He said sternly.
Perceptor on huffed, looking away. "Fine. I still say we should keep them monitored. Why is Red Alert staying behind again?" He murmured under his vents.
Rolling his optics, Optimus chose to ignore that. He wasn't going to argue with Perceptor about the Vehicons. He trusted them because of what they had done to help them during the war against Unicron and his Minicon army, whom the remaining Minicons were not allowed on Earth. They were still trying to get along with the rest of the Cybertronians and the humans bit were having a hard time. They were currently still on Cybertron, trying to learn how to co-exist with the rest of the Cybertronian race. It just wasn't easy for them though. They, luckily, did have Primacron to keep them in line. Every time they tried to start fights with Autobots or Decepticons, Unicron's half would snap out and put an end to their vicious behavior.
"We should probably start boarding the Ark then. We will want to be on our way as soon as possible." The Prime said as he started to lead everyone towards the large lift that would take them up to the surface of Cybertron.
Everyone nodded as they followed after him.
Upon reaching the surface, everyone headed straight to the Iacon Ship yard, where the massive ship, the Ark was waiting. So many Cybertronians were there mostly to see the crew off. Even some of the humans were there.
The families of the humans going were speaking to the ones that would be going. Ron and Judy were talking to Sam, though she was mostly sobbing heavily and clutching onto her son. Sam looked extremely embarrassed while several people, human and Cybertronians were either watching or laughing at his predicament.
Of course, everyone quieted down when Optimus and the others who were down deep inside of Cybertron approached. They were eyeing the new Cybertronians with awe.
Both Kylee and Jake immediately squealed in delight to see their mother in her new form and rushed over to her to get a better look. "Mom! You look awesome!" They both cheered.
Stiletto smiled as she bent down to her newly formed knee guards and gathered both of them up easily in her arms for a hug. "Thank you, you two. I'm just glad you both supported my decision to becoming Cybertronian." She said as she placed her metallic lips on each of their heads.
"Are you kidding, mom?! You becoming Cybertronian is cool! Now I can brag about it at school that I have a robot mom!" Jake said happily before looking up at Barricade, who was watching them with a gentle look. "And a robot dad!"
Barricade grinned down at him before he bent down and scooped him up, keeping him close to his chassis. "Tell 'em that you have a Decepticon dad and you're definitely the most popular kid in the world." He told him smugly.
"You got it, dad!" Jake said cheerfully and earned a chuckle from his Guardian and step-Decepticon father.
"Is everyone ready?" Optimus asked looking around at everyone.
Everyone looked up at Optimus and nodded. They were ready to get going. Everyone that was shouldered bags and suitcases they had packed for the journey. It didn't help for Sam when Judy started crying loudly again, making several laugh and him groan.
"Mom, just stop. I'll be back." Sam groaned in misery.
Judy just sobbed harder as she threw her arms around him and began soaking his shirt. "Sammy! You better be careful! If anything happens to you, I will never forgive you!" She sobbed.
Sam softened as he used one arm to hug her. "Mom, I will be okay. I promise. Bumblebee will be there and I have Autobots and Decepticons watching over me. We will be back and I am bringing back Mikaela." He told her. He looked over at Reno, who nodded solemnly. "I promise. I will find her and bring her home."
Reno nodded again as he walked over and offered Sam his hand to shake. "I will hold you to that, Sam. So is Dallas and Trish. Just bring her home." He told him.
Sam nodded as he shook Reno's hand before he returned to hugging his mother, who kept on crying. "I have to go, mom. We need to get going. The sooner we go, the sooner we will be back." He told her in comfort.
Judy hiccupped another sob before she stepped back, trying to wipe her eyes. She didn't really have anything else to say. She didn't trust herself to say anything.
Finally after five minutes of saying goodbye, everyone started heading towards the large ramp to enter the Ark. A few of the Vehicons were there, offering to take the humans' bags and luggage to their quarters.
Optimus turned to Primacron and the Primes that would be left behind. "We will try and report every now and then. If anything happens, please do send us a transmission." He requested.
Primacron just nodded as he smiled at him. "Everything will be fine here, Optimus. You just concentrate on your tasks. Be very careful when dealing with the Quintessons. They are very dangerous and ruthless." He paused for a moment, looking thoughtful. "I must implore you and everyone else to keep an open mind when on your mission. I do not know the details but I believe you may receive an ally on your journey who will not be very welcomed by you or your team. But like I said, keep an open mind and an open spark." He stated.
Optimus and everyone frowned curiously but chose not to question Primacron's meaning. They would have to wait and see how this played out.
After a short while, everyone was on board and standing around in the cockpit.
"We are ready to launch, Optimus Prime." The Vehicon Leader, Steve said as he turned from one of his Vehicons. "Whenever you are ready."
Optimus nodded as he turned to face everyone that was piled into the cockpit, who all turned their attention onto him. He vented deeply as he looked from one to the other. "The journey we are taking, everyone, may be dangerous. We are traveling into deep space to a whole new solar system outside of this one. I do not know how long it will take to find our lost companions and loved ones. It may take years before we return to Earth and Cybertron. Anyone who wishes to change their minds about coming, please speak now. You will not get another chance once we depart from Cybertron." He told them.
As expected, only one raised his hand but before Knockout could say anything, he was jabbed in the side by Moonracer and glared furiously at by Starscream. He pouted but lowered his hand and kept his mouth shut.
No one spoke.
Slowly nodding, Optimus turned to Steve, his hands folding behind his back, taking the appearance of a proud leader that he was. "Commander Steve, give the order to launch the Ark." He said firmly.
The Vehicon Leader nodded sharply before he looked over at the Vehicon pilot, whom was Rice. "Vehicon Rice, activate the ship's engines and take us out." He ordered in a strong voice.
"Yes, Commander Steve." Rice said in a loud barking tone before he turned to the controls and put in the sequence.
Immediately the entire ship began to rumble and vibrate as it began moving. The landing clamps were released from the launch pad and the entire ship began hovering backwards and up. Everyone could feel the apprehension as they felt the Ark began moving and even watched as it backed away from the Iacon Ship Yard, starting to rise away from the city.
After a moment of backing away from the city at a good distance, the Ark began to tilt upwards, now making its way up towards the Cybertron atmosphere. It passed through a few wisps of clouds as it rose higher and higher until even the great city of Iacon seemed far away.
"Activating turbo thrusters." Rice spoke up as he grabbed a lever and slowly began pulling it back. "Brace your selves, humans. It has a little bit of a kick to it."
As soon as he spoke, the Ark gave a short jerk, making the humans step back a little from under their feet. They could see outside the large cockpit window as the ship shot off into the starry sky, moving into the blackness of space. They could see their ship now traveling slowly away from Cybertron, until the speed picked up and they were traveling quickly. Stars began racing past the windows of the ship.
"Sir, we are now ready to turbo jump." Rice spoke up as he looked over his shoulder at Steve.
The humans frowned at the term, not really understanding what that was. It was Epps who asked. "What the hell is turbo jump?" He asked curiously.
A second later, they found out.
Steve had nodded after glancing at Optimus before looking back at Rice. "Make the jump." He ordered, firmly as he folded his hands behind his back struts. Rice nodded back before he turned back to the control panel and pulled the same lever back all of the way before punching a few buttons next to it.
Suddenly, the ship jolted forward into space, making it a little difficult for the humans to remain standing. They had to catch their selves on some of the Cybertronians to keep their selves on their feet. But not without yelping in surprise as they felt the ship jump speedily.
"Puta Madre!" Fig exclaimed as he braced himself with his cyber kinetic leg and grab a hold of Rollerforce's leg to keep standing up. "Hey! Give us a warning next time, eh?!"
"My apologies." Rice said looking sorry to the humans who had been startled by the sudden jump in speed.
"How fast are we even going?" Monique asked in awe as stars whizzed by like streaks of light. Her eyes, as well as everyone else.
Rice looked over at her, seemingly pleased that the humans looked so impressed. "The ship is travelling at full capacity over 1000 miles per second, according to your human standards. We practically jumped into light speed. Our location is now right beside you planet Jupiter. We should see a flash of the giant gaseous planet right about now."
And as he had spoke, everyone saw a large orb pass right by the window. The humans could only watch it go by with awe.
"All right, everyone. We are now on our way. But unfortunately we are unsure of our destination." Optimus spoke up as he gained everyone's attention. He turned to look right at a moody looking Knockout, who obviously wasn't pleased. "We need to locate the Cybertronian, Lockdown. We do not know where he is. Therefore, Knockout, will you be so kind to inform us?"
Knockout huffed, slowly shaking his head. "You really are asking the wrong mech, Prime." He stated very bluntly.
"Knockout." Starscream growled.
The red and silver medic shot him a look, growling himself. "Even if I wanted to find that slagger, which I very well don't, I don't know where he is. He traveled around for his pirating business. He hardly ever stayed in one place. The last time I saw him was at the Alpha Beta Space Port in the Draconus System. He had a lot of business operations going on there. But that was like 1800 vorns ago. He could be in the Capriconian System for all I know!"
"Hey! Wait!" Trent piped up, his eyes wide in excitement. "I know that name. I think I saw the Alpha Beta Space Port in one of my visions."
Optimus slowly nodded before looking over at the Vehicon pilot. "Then we will go there first. Rice, please put in the coordinates for the Draconus system." He told him. Rice nodded and started to do just that.
"What is the Draconus system? Another solar system like ours?" Sam asked just as curious as everyone else was about what they were about to learn on their adventure.
Starscream looked down at him and the other humans and nodded. "I guess you can say that. To be honest, your human kind sees other solar systems every night and probably don't even realize it." He received curious looks and he smirked. "You know how you have all of those stellar constellations like Leo or the dragon constellation called Draco?" The humans all nodded, their eyes widening in realization. "All of your star constellations in your night sky are actually other solar systems. We are heading to the Draconus System. Which is technically Draco the Dragon. The Alpha Beta Space Port serves as the eye of the dragon star constellations. If you look very hard at the triangular head of the dragon, there is what looks like a very distant star in the very center. That is where we are going." He told them.
The humans could not believe what they were learning. To hear that, they were very excited to see what else they would learn.
"So...we are going into the center of Draco the dragon then? You think that is where Lockdown might be?" Epps asked.
Knockout huffed but shrugged. "I actually wouldn't doubt it if he was there. The Draconus System is where most of his type is found." He grumbled.
"What...what do you mean?" It was Stiletto who asked as she stood next to Barricade.
"He means we will have to be very careful in the Draconus System. It is well known to be hostile territory. A place where we could easily be attacked by space pirates." Sentinel Prime answered with a sour tone. "Ruffians, criminals, murderers, thieves, use your imagination." He paused to look at Optimus. "We will have to watch the humans very carefully, Optimus. Because if we are heading into the Draconus System, I bet my very spark on it that some space pirates will see them and will become very interested in collecting them for profit."
Optimus nodded gravely. He knew his old friend had a point. "Yes, I know, Sentinel." He looked down at his young human friends, frowning. "When we arrive in the Draconus System, more importantly, the Alpha Beta Space Port, you are either to remain on the Ark or as close as possible to a Cybertronian at all times. Space pirates will be interested in your race and it will more than likely we will see trouble from them. Because if the Quintessons are indeed collecting humans for their slavery empire, they will more than likely be willing to pay a lot for one of you. So to be safe, stay with us at all times. For now, until we arrive, get some rest or refuel your selves. The outer rims of your solar system are dangerous and you will need all of the energy you can have to be ready for what is to come."