This was a first for us Autobots: never before have we come in contact with a species like these humans, so eerily similar to our own race and twice as tenacious as Sparklings. The question was, how far can we trust the humans with our culture? (Gradual AU)

For the first time in vorns, Soundwave plays a card game and wins a most unusual prize. But according to Jazz, that's when the real game began. Now master and slave must match wits in a game that will push them both to the breaking point and beyond.

Soundwave is captured by the Autobots after being severely and permanently damaged in battle. Complete!

Post RotF. The Matrix flared to life at Sam's touch. The Autobots know and accept what this means, but when will Sam? By Eowyn77, but kateydidnt gets credit for the plot bunny. Canon pairings only.