Transformers Prime: Return of the Decepticons

by Derek Phillips

In season 4 of Transformers Prime, everything has been quiet for almost 10 years. A decade after Optimus Prime's heroic sacrifice, the Autobots have guarded Cybertron very well. When a new threat arises for the Autobots, will they be able to defend Cybertron from Starscream and his new band of Decepticons?

1. Episode 1- Future

Transformers Prime: Return of the Decepticons - Episode 1- Future

Narration- It has been about 10 years since Optimus Prime's brave Sacrifice. On Earth, Jack, Miko and Rafael are in their 20's now, and serving Unit E with Agent Fowler. A few years after Optimus' Death, Ratchet decided that Earth was safe for now, and returned to Cybertron to help aid his friends. Ultra Magnus now leads the Autobots, and vows to bring honor to his friend. The Autobots are now pretty much Cybertron's Military in protecting Cybertron from threats, as new Cybertronians are just Civilians, and not Soldiers. Arcee is now a Lieutenant and is training the future soldiers for Cybertron. Bumblebee is also a Lieutenant in charge of Scouting and Stealth missions for lost Relics and Refugees. Bulkhead and Wheeljack are now the Co-leaders of the new Wreckers Unit and are training them. Smokescreen is a Guard of Kaon and also helps out Bumblebee or The Wreckers if required. Knockout is now the Autobot's Medical Officer behind Ratchet. We start from a view of Cybertron from space, all blue and alive as it should be. We then zoom in and see Arcee, Bumblebee, Bulkhead, Wheeljack, and Smokescreen driving.

Arcee- "So Bee, what's made you bring us out here."

Bumblebee- "Well, Knockout told me there was a strange energy surge coming from these coordinates, I thought I may need some help."

Smokescreen- "I'm always up for a mission, Guard duty can get a bit dull."

Bulkhead- "Well kid, the day may come where Kaon needs you, but hopefully this mission is up your ally."

Wheeljack- "Come on, we've got two Wreckers here, we can handle anything.

Arcee- "I Hope you're right, these new recruits can be quite a handful, they remind me of a certain Smokescreen."

Smokescreen- "Come on, was I that bad?"

Bumblebee- "Well, you stole the phase shifter multiple times."

Arcee- "You put Jack in danger."

Bulkhead- "Let's try not to talk about the kids, I really miss them"

Wheeljack- "Don't worry Bulk, I'm sure our little Wrecker is doing just fine."

Bulkhead- "Yeah, I Know, I just miss her"

Bumblebee- "Hey, that signal is getting stronger, let's continue on foot."

Bulkhead- "Are you sure this is the right place?" "The Shiny Plateau isn't usually a spot for relics."

Narration- The Autobots continue on, they transform as they turn the corner, they see a large Ship.

Wheeljack- "Wonder who's inside? Hopefully Some old friends."

Bulkhead- "I hope so, Some new fighters could be some serious help."

Arcee- "I hate to be the one, but it could also be a trap."

(Bee nods accordingly, and comes up with a plan.)

Bumblebee- "Arcee stay behind me, Smokescreen go around on the left and secure the perimeter, Bulkhead and Wheeljack, If I give the signal, we may require aid."

(Bumblebee and Arcee prepare their weapons, Smokescreen sneaks around the ship, Bulkhead and Wheeljack stay behind a wall and await the signal. Bumblebee approaches the door of the ship, but it opens going downward with smoke coming out. Bee and Arcee aim their blasters. Outsteps a White and black Bot.)

Bot- "Bumblebee?"

Bumblebee- "Jazz?"

(Intro Sequence)

Transformers Prime Beast Hunters theme starts.

We fade into a shot of a Cybertronian road and look up to see Ultra Magnus driving.

The Autobots drive past him in the order of Bumblebee, Smokescreen, Knockout, Wheeljack, Bulkhead, Ratchet, and Arcee. Ultra Magnus drives forward and transforms into robot mode. The Autobots all form up and activate their weapons.

We then fade into the Autobot base and see Stealth Team preparing for battle.

Raf jumps into Bumblebee, Miko jumps into Bulkhead, and Jack jumps onto Arcee. They all drive through the groundbridge.

Then we zoom into the Decepticon symbol, which turns into Soundwave's face.

We zoom out and see Soundwave walking menacingly forward with Shockwave on the left who fires, Starscream is on the right and commands his seekers to fight. Soundwave sends out Laserbeak and Ravage. The Seekers then fly overhead and fire missiles at the approaching Autobots. They aren't effective, Ultra Magnus, with Bumblebee and Arcee at his side run towards the engaging Decepticons. Magnus, Bumblebee, and Arcee then charge at Starscream, Soundwave, and Shockwave.

Transformers Prime: Return of the Decepticons

(We now go back to earth and look upon Unit E. Jack is now 27 years old and is married to Sierra, finally. He is a soldier waiting for the next mission. Miko is now 25 and is a special ops soldier. And Rafael is 23 and is Tech Support for the team. Agent Fowler is about ready to retire, as this is his last active year)

Miko- "Jack, can I ask you a question?"

Jack- "Of course."

Miko- "Do you ever miss the Bots? Because they've been on my mind recently, I just miss them."

Jack- "Of course I do, but you gotta remember Miko, they have jobs to do just like us."

Raf- "Well, maybe soon we could take a trip, we still have contact with them. We just have to have approval from Fowler."

(Fowler responds off camera)

Agent Fowler- "Well, let's give them a call and set up a date"

Jack- "You were listening?"

Agent Fowler- "I may be getting old, but my hearing is fine as ever"

(Rafael types on his laptop and tries to contact Autobot HQ Omega 3. Beep Boop Beep)

Raf- "Unit E to Cybertron, this is Agent Esquivel."

Knockout- "Cybertron to Unit E, I hear you loud and clear. What can I do for you?"

Raf- "Oh, hey Knockout. Not to be rude, but I was hoping to see Ratchet?"

Knockout- "Sigh. I'm Sorry guys, but Ratchet isn't available right now. He's busy with his patients at the moment"

(Miko gets up from her seat and looks angry)

Miko- "Why is it every time we call, you have to answer?"

Knockout- "We've been over this before, Miko. I'm no longer a Decepticon, I've left that way behind me"

Miko- "Well Doc Knock, this is gonna be a rocky relationship, but can you put down a meeting with Ratchet? We would like to see if we can visit?"

Knockout- "Well Miko, I'll see what I can do, but no promises. But don't call until We call you back, Some of the others went on a mission today and we're awaiting a call."

Jack- "Sure thing Knockout, keep us posted."

(Knockout nods sure, and hangs up)

(Beep Beep Boop)

(Miko shivers)

Miko-"That guy still gives me the creeps, does anyone not remember that HE carried me to Cybertron and almost killed Bulkhead?"

Raf- "Yes, but people do change, The Autobots need another Medic around in case Ratchet's busy."

(Miko folds her arms and sits down)

Miko- "He better hope he has, or he'll regret it"

(We go back to a Cybertron)

(Ratchet is racing around his laboratory garbing equipment and looks quite panicked. The spark monitor is beeping fast.)

Ratchet- "Knockout, I require assistance!"

(Knockout races through the door and helps)

Knockout- "Yes sir"

Ratchet- "Put pressure on Mirage's left side"

(Knockout does as he's told)

Knockout- "What happened?"

Ratchet- "Mirage was attacked by what appeared to be a Decepticon, apparently he was an Earth Police SUV. That's the last he saw before the Troops found him."

Knockout- "What were Decepticons doing back on earth?"

Ratchet- "I assume searching for Energeon, in secret"

Knockout- "So Starscream did survive?"

Ratchet- "I assume so, and this Decepticon must be one of Starscream's newer recruits"

Knockout- "Let's not forget that Megatron has also been missing for almost a decade"

Ratchet- "I doubt it, there would be far too many Autobots to even think of fighting, that is if he even ever did return to his former self. Well, Knockout that's all I need from you for now, Mirage is stable."

(Knockout nods yes and snaps)

Knockout- "Oh, and Ratchet, Unit E called. They want to see if they can visit sometime soon."

Ratchet- "Well, we're busy at the moment, and I also would have to get Ultra Magnus' approval. So notify them that I may be in touch later."

Knockout- "Will do"

(Back at the newly discovered ship)

Bumblebee- "Jazz?"

Jazz- "It's been some time my little yellow friend. I haven't seen you since the Ark split. And you have your voice back I see?"

Bumblebee- "I do, all thanks to Megatron technically"

Arcee- "Well, It's been some time Jazz."

Jazz- "It certainly has Arcee. So, mind telling who's sneaking behind my ship?"

Bumblebee- "That would be Smokescreen. Smokescreen it's all clear, come out!"

Jazz- "So who's the kid?"

Arcee- "He arrived on earth toward the end of the war, he was a handful at first, but he's a good kid at the end of the day."

Jazz- "I heard about Prime's death, I wish I could've seen him last time"

Bulkhead- "So do we buddy!"

Jazz- "Bulkhead, Wheeljack!"

Wheeljack- "It's been some time old buddy.

(They grab each other's hand and hug)

Wheeljack- "I've known Jazz since before I joined the Wreckers. We went to the same training academy"

Jazz- "We did, and that was quite a time ago. So, who else is here?"

Arcee- "Well, Ratchet and Ultra Magnus are here as well, and Megatron's former Medic, Knockout. There are also many new students and warriors, Mirage arrived about a few solar cycles ago.

Jazz- "Almost makes me miss kicking Decepticon tailpipe. Anyway, It's time I showed you the rest of my team"

Smokescreen- "Wait, there are more of you?"

Jazz- "That there is Smokescreen. Come on out everybody! Let me introduce everyone to you all. Meet Prowl, the brains of the group"

(Who turned into a Black and White Crown Victoria)

Jazz- "Here's Hound, our Tracker and Navigator.

(Who turned into an army green Jeep)

Jazz- "And finally we have Blurr our Stealth fighter."

(Blurr is a Light Blue Corvette Stingray)

Jazz- "And here are my wheels"

(Jazz turns into a White and Black Porsche 911 Turbo)

Jazz- "Autobots, meet Stealth Team."

Arcee- "Hey, I used to lead a Stealth team"

Bumblebee- "That'll have to wait. Ultra Magnus has requested that any new returning Autobots to return to Kaon for role call."

Jazz- "Well, let's take the ship there, We finally fixed it."

(They board the ship)

Bulkhead- "So Jazz, mind telling us why you were on Earth, we noticed most of you have Earth Based Vehicle modes."

Jazz- "Sure, we arrived on earth about 7 years ago in a shaky landing. Thankfully we landed in close proximity to an abandoned Energeon mine. We fixed the ship and left after a while. We've been trying to find Cybertron for almost 6 years now. We made it, but our scanners were scrambled and we were shot down by a couple of unidentifiable signals."

Bumblebee- "Yeah, we traced your signal to the crash, you said you were shot down?"

Arcee- "Did you have a visual?

Prowl- "By the time we realized we were under attack, it was too late."

Blurr- "Yeah, We tried to get a look but we had to land."

Hound- "Commander, We're getting 3 enemy signals approaching from the east!"

Prowl- "That must be them!"

Smokescreen- "What Decepticons would be stupid enough to attack an Autobot ship?"

Wheeljack- "I don't know who they are, but they look familiar"

(An alarm starts to sound)

Prowl- "Enemy Missiles incoming!"

Jazz- "Brace for impact!"

(One missile misses but the left engine is hit)

Hound- "Uhh, we're hit, I'm gonna have to put her down!"

(The Ship lands, but not too rough.)

Prowl- "everyone alright?"

Bumblebee- "Yeah, but let's see who these bogies are."

(The Autobots step outside and see a trio Earth Based Jets transform and land, looking strangely familiar to Starscream.)

To Be Continued…

Cast

Arcee - Sumalee Montano

Bumblebee - Will Friedel

Ratchet - Jeffrey Combs

Jazz

Bulkhead - Kevin Michael Richardson

Knockout - Darren Norris

Wheeljack - James Horan

Miko - Tania Gunadi

Jack - Josh Keaton

Agent Fowler - Ernie Hudson

Smokescreen - Nolan North

Rafael - Andy Pessoa

Hound

Prowl

Blurr