Chapter 10: Caminus

After resting for one day, Arcee and her team gathered their gears. They transformed and drove off to another section of city, searching for the survivors of unknown ruined planet. But so far, they have found nothing but destruction and blazing site of cities, and even the pile of dead Cybertronian bodies as well. Some were burnt alive. Others were hung and stabbed to couple of large metallic crosses.

The Autobots can't help but feel uneasy, scared and pity for these locals of the planet. Whoever have done to the citizens, they have to be vigilant and alert of both danger and enemies. But when they do come across to the enemies, they will kill those monsters for massacre.

Unknown to them, the Autobots have been spied and followed by a group of three mysterious slick yet strong armed female warriors, who were running and jumping across the building.

One of them was a dark purplish veteran-like armored female robotic warrior. Two of them were crimson-orange colored blazing-like fierce female soldier, and also a lighter greenish robotic female has rounded-like samurai helmet, armor with twin wheels on back and boot. Three of them hummed suspiciously and calmly while looking at each other. They chatted calmly and softly while wondering of who they are and why they are here for. They continued following and spying them.

Arcee and her team have spent hours of searching and rescuing any survivors, enemies to fight or even finding the ship for them to use and leave this place. Nevertheless, they should take a break now.

"Any sign of the survivor?" Arcee asked calmly.

"Not that I know of," Cliffjumper reported in frustration, "No sign of anyone. Just the ruined and blazing city only."

"And no sign of our enemies or ship either," Drift added.

Chromia sighed, "Well, either way, we shouldn't let our guard down. No telling when the enemies gonna show and strike us down."

Cliffjumper scoffed, "As if. Look around. No sign of anyone around here, you know?"

As the Autobots continued driving, they halted at once upon feeling tremor on the ground. And just before they could do anything, the ground cracked and broken into pieces. All of them fell into a deep hole. They all groaned and moaned painfully.

"You just have to say that?" Chromia asked in annoyance.

Drift groaned in pain, "Clearly, there are indeed some survivors out there."

"But question is..." Arcee said in concern. Suddenly, the shadows loomed over her and her team. They looked up and found a same group of female warriors and some soldiers stood over them. She hissed in concern, "Are they friend or foe?"

Cliffjumper gulped, "Well, hopefully friendly..."

Starscream and his team, in their vehicular modes, were flying across the ruined city and villages. They were searching and locating for any signs of either survivors or the ship to use and escape the planet. And so far, they found nothing again. This frustrated and annoyed the Decepticons as they're almost their patience.

"Starscream! This is so frustrating and annoying! When do we get the chance to find some action to do?!" Skywarp asked angrily.

"Fool! Our duty is to find and use the ship to find and regroup with Lord Megatron!" Lugnut exclaimed in anger and frustration. He turned and glared at Starscream, "That is if he wasn't trying to usurp our rightful lord and master!"

"Ooh! I'm shaking my tailpipe to hear that." Starscream remarked sarcastically and annoyingly. He scoffed, "As if his threat means anything to me, at all..."

"Still he has the point," Thundercracker said calmly and firmly.

Blitzwing grunted, "Yeah. I mean no one is around here, you know! How the heck do we find a ship if everything around if dead and empty?!"

SCREAM! CRIED! The screams shocked and surprised Starscream and his team. They looked down and found a group of new armored Cybertronian Warriors were rounding up and pushing most of weaken and broken statuses of its locals into the cages. Three of them looked identical as they're armored Cybertronian Warriors with below wings and jest boosters on their backs but three different colors - red, blue and white. Their leader was a purple colored female Cyebrtronian with large wings and also worn a thunder helmet-like. They were giving orders to the soldiers and slaves to move on.

"Interesting... Looks like we have found survivors..." Starscream said calmly and slyly, "Let us greet them."

Starscream and his team flew down. They then transformed into their robotic modes. They stood before the purple female warriors and her group. This shocked and surprised them.

"Well, well, well, who might you be?" The purple Cybertronian demanded firmly.

Lugnut roared in anger, "Surrender now or face my wrath!"

This provoked the purple female Cybertronian summoned and aimed her large cannon at Lugnut's face, followed by the rest of her soldiers. They armed and aimed at him. It shocked and scared Starscream and his team. Lugnut remained firm and silent.

"Really?" Starscream muttered angrily and annoyingly.

"Ha! Do you believe that cannon of yours will scare me?!" Lugnut demanded dryly and darkly, "I do not fear death! I fear nothing! I dare you to try and-!"

Blitzwing, Thundercracker and Skywarp quickly silenced him by gagging and dragging him away from the local military group. While the group remained confused and suspicious, Starscream chuckled uneasily as he cleared his throat.

"Apology for my friend's rude and inconsiderate behavior. We meant no disrespect," Starscream said calmly while bowed down humbly, "I hope that you can help us."

The female Cybertronian hummed suspiciously, "Now why would we do that? What's the business with you, Screamy?"

"We wish to speak with your leader for cooperation and negotiation especially we require a ship for us to use and leave this planet."

"Is that so? What do we get in-return? Our commanders hated to have empty-handed."

"Simple, my dear. Everything you ever desire - Rich... Revenge... Power... Conquest... Glory in the name of Decepticons!" Starscream exclaimed dramatically and proudly, surprised the local military soldiers. He continued, "I assure you. You will like it especially hearing the tales of our Master and Lord of Decepticons - Lord Megatron..."

The local Cybertronian Military Officers were intrigued yet suspicious and uncertain if they should trust Starscream and his team or not. What is their decision?

After capturing and shackling Arcee and her team from the trap pit, the mysterious group of female warriors lead and escort them to their hidden base. After three hours have passed, the group have passed through the valley, followed by climbing up and down the mountains and finally entering the lowered mountain pass. They then have reached and arrived at their destination. To the Autobots' surprise and amazement, they saw a beautiful yet peaceful landscape that was filled with grass, metallic trees, lake and river of Energon, small hills that were filled with small villages and training compounds.

The female warriors continued moving and leading Arcee and her group into the area. Passing most of the villages, the Autobots witnessed how peaceful and hard work the villagers are in doing their usual business works. They even found most of the warriors are female and training very hard in perfecting and sharpening their battle skills for the battle. They even trained and taught the male soldiers about the education and training.

"Wow. That's something," Cliffjumper joked in surprise, "Who knew the planet is ruled by the ladies?"

Drift sighed, "I find your joke to be amusing, Cliffjumper."

"Seriously? Wasn't that supposed to be funny?" Cliffjumper asked in offensive.

"Hardly..." Drift said in annoyance.

"Still, Cliffjumper did make a point..." Arcee said calmly and firmly, "This planet is indeed the first to be ruled by female Cybertronians."

Chromia laughed, "Well, you know what they said, who said anything about women being weak?"

Arcee laughed a bit, "True. So true, sister."

Chromia smiled, "Looks like I've got you smile again. Even it's a moment."

"It's worth it, Chromia," Arcee said calmly and playfully.

Three armored female warriors were uncertain yet curious about the Autobots. They soon realized that they could be a valuable assets and allies to their forces and even fighting against the army as well.

The group have arrived at the Greek Temple Architecture-like with Solus Prime statue wielding the large hammer, stood in front of them. Upon reaching to the top, they all came across to a giant armored crimson-greenish combiner with blue visor and some v-shapes on her helmet, chest and her large metallic sword and shield. She stood firmly while glaring at the prisoners.

"Greetings, Master Beta, Warrior Firestar and young Moonracer," The combiner greeted firmly and calmly, "It is good to see you all return home safely."

Master Beta bowed humbly, "Yes, we are."

"Guess what we did, Victorion?!" Firestar said confidently, "We've found and kicked some metallic Armada's tailpipe and sending them packing! And not to mention, we've got some stragglers wandering our town! I'd say they're spies."

Moonracer sighed in annoyance, "Are you serious, Firestar? I truly doubt they're spies..."

Firestar scoffed as she nudged Moonracer's shoulder, "You'd never know."

Victorion hummed calmly, "I praised for your great success, sisters! However, we shall pass the judgment on these prisoners. Only Mistress of Flames does! And she is coming now."

Arcee and her team were curious and surprised by the announcement. Most of the warriors, soldiers and even villages lowered and bowed in respect to the ground. The Autobots were uncertain and worried as they decided to join in as well. While everyone was bowing to the ground, Temple of Solus Prime opened in two as the mysterious figure slowly emerged from it.

She revealed herself to be an ancient orange colored female Cybertronian with red crimson shoulder pads and heels, and also golden spiked back plats with long crimson cape has approached and stood before her people. She also wielded a long yet armored hammer-like before them. The Autobots took a peek and looked at her.

"Welcome, visitors from Planet Cybertron," The female leader spoke calmly and firmly, surprising the Autobots. She continued, "Yes, I'm well aware of your presence and whence you came from as well. You have no reason to fear me. I am the Mistress of Flame, leader of the Amazon Resistance and also the rightful ruler of Caminus."

The Autobots slowly stood up and faced the Mistress of Flame, followed by the Camiens. Mistress of Flames nodded to her warriors, gesturing them to free them. Annoyed Firestar and relieved Moonracer deactivated the shackles, freeing the group out.

"Now, visitors, state your business of coming here," Mistress of Flame said firmly.

Chromia was about to speak. Arcee took over and spoke, "My name is Arcee. This is my sister - Chromia, my allied companions - Drift and Cliffjumper. We are the Autobots. We've come in peace."

Chromia scoffed, "Show off..."

Arcee ignored Chromia's sarcastic and continued, "As why we are here, we got separated from our ship called the Ark. So, we hope that you can help us by providing the ship."

Mistress of Flame hummed calmly as she gave some thoughts. The rest of Camiens remained silent and firm, awaiting for the leader's response.

"How did you got separated from your ship?" Mistress of Flames asked calmly and firmly.

Arcee sighed, "I was afraid you're gonna ask." The Camiens looked suspicious while chatting and muttering of what she was talking about. She continued, "The reason why we got separated is because we were battling with our enemies - the Decepticons during traveling through the Space Bridge portal."

The Camiens gasped in shock and surprise to hear what Arcee has said. The Autobots looked uneasy and worried that they might get angry and scared. Mistress of Flame remained calm and firm.

"I see..." Mistress of Flame said calmly and firmly, "These Decepticons... Are they the tyrants of your home - Cybertron?"

Arcee looked and stared at Mistress of Flame's eyes, "Yes. They're the responsible for destroying thousand lives and turning Cybertron into barren wasteland because of Megatron infected the planet's core."

Camiens chatted and muttered in concern and uneasiness to hear about Cybertron's fate and the news of Decepticons. Autobots remained silent, calm and firm about the situation.

"Come with me, Autobots." Mistress of Flame said calmly and firmly as she turned her back to the temple, "There's something I must show you. Perhaps, we're share something in common."

Arcee and her team looked surprise and shocked to hear it. They realized that Caminus may have been at war with the enemies. They then entered and followed Mistress of Flames into it. They were soon followed by Master Beta, Firestar, Moonracer and Victorion as they wanted to make sure that their leader is safe from harm.

After Starscream negotiated with the Camien Military Officers, they agreed to let and lead him and his Seekers to their leaders. They all transformed into their air vehicular modes. They all flew straight back to their headquarter, Parvus Oppidum.

Two hours have passed, both Camien Armada and Decepticons have arrived at the luxury metropolitan city-like with a large tower-like palace - Parvus Oppidum. The Decepticons witnessed the life at Camien Metropolitan City. Dark blue armored Tank Camiens were guarding the important city blocks such as banks, supply depots, armory and so on. A purple-greenish colored Camien Jet Fighters were patrolling the sky. Magenta Camien Motorcyclists were scouting and securing the areas, as well as making sure the Camien Prisoners were doing their 'jobs'. If their slaves stop and slack off, the soldiers were give them some hard time to get back to work. They also recruited, built and turned new recruits into powerful and strong soldiers.

Skywarp whistled in amusement, "I like this place."

"Yes..." Blitzwing agreed, "These army are formidable and impressive as well. Lord Megatron would approve of it."

"Nonsense!" Lugnut disagreed, "These army is nothing compare to our mighty army! None of them have the skills and prowess that is equal to my master! Decepticons are the true mightiest warrior in the universe! I know it because I faithfully served the strong and powerful master of all - Lord Megatron himself!"

"What an idiot, am I right, Thrust and Ramjet?" Blue Winged Camien snarled.

Thrust the Red Winged Camien scoffed, "Yeah, Dirge. I was wondering if this 'Megatron' did the right thing to recruit him. He's a big bonehead."

Ramjet the White Whinged Camien chuckled amusingly, "Yeah. One day or someday, a lesser being is gonna kill him for good. And I'd say 'good riddance!"

"I'll say. Big fat lugnut!" Dirge laughed happily.

Starscream groaned in annoyance, "I swear that idiot is gonna cause us the problem! Megatron shouldn't have recruited that buffoon to our cause!"

"Yeah. This makes me wonder why," Thundercracker said in annoyance.

Starscream flew close to the purple female Camien Jet, "My apology, Thunderblast. Lugnut enjoyed bragging about his 'competence' and 'dedication' to my fearless leader."

Thunderblast scoffed, "If you asked me, partner, I'd say he's an idiot for the insults."

"Yes. I agreed. He's always know how to get us into trouble. And trust me, I hated it."

"You tell me. I have the issue with my boss. When I make little mistake, they shouted and blamed me for the big mess. And never for once, they gave me a break and reward."

"You know, I used to have that problem when I was Air Commander of Typticon Space Station. And because I turned on my former allegiance, I became the Second-in-Command to Lord Megatron. I don't mean to brag it, but it's the truth, my dearest Thunderblast. And believe me, serving Lord Megatron and the Decepticons are the best decision I ever make!"

"Ooh... Quite charming and inspiring..." Thunderblast said in pleasant tone. She giggled, "Starscream, you're one good and interesting gentleman. I like you and your fiery of ambition."

Starscream chuckled, "I'm glad you like it, Thunderblast. So, would you be interested to join our cause? Or..." He then transformed into his robot mode before Thunderblast, who also transformed into hers. He gently grabbed and held her hand as he kissed it on hers, "Should I say join with me as my trusted lieutenant?"

While blushing in red, Thunderblast hummed thoughtfully as she grabbed and held Starscream close to her. She touched his face, "Don't you mean 'sparkmate'?" Starscream looked surprise and shocked. She giggled, "My dear Starscream, I am not naive and fool. But I accept your offer if my commanders allow it."

Starscream chuckled, "I assure you that I can change their mind..."

Starscream and Thunderblast chatted happily and calmly while flying towards the palace. The rest of their officers and soldiers were both shocked and surprised by their sudden friendship.

Both Starscream's and Thunderblast's teams have arrived and landed on the tower's platform. They then marched and entered into the palace's entrance. Thunderblast guided and led the guests to the war council chamber, which was filled with plain grayish wall, military long table, battlefield map, strategies documents, chess plates, reports and so on. It was also filled with other military officers especially two main commanders - one of them is black dark Cybertronian with scary black demonic mask, twin copter blades, twin giant claws and long scorpion's stinger-like, and another was a purple armored warrior with twin giant cannons and giant scary face.

"Starscream, may I present you to the Camien Armada's greatest and powerful commanding officers of Caminus!" Thunderblast introduced proudly to two commanders, "General Obsidian and General Strika. The powerful leaders, who launched the coup against the previous Mistress of Flame, and bringing new order to Caminus!"

Starscream bowed humbly before the generals, "Gentleman and my lady, I am Starscream, Second-in-Command of Decepticons. It is an honor to meet you. I must say your work is quite impressive. Megatron would approve of this especially you two. He would like to use tactical geniuses with brute strength and iron fists."

Lugnut snarled angrily before he got his chest get nudged by Thundercracker and Skywarp to silence him from getting into trouble.

"The honor is ours, Starscream. Thank you for the compliment," Obsidian said calmly and sinisterly, "I must say you've come along way from your home."

Strika nodded firmly, "Indeed. What brought you here to our planet?"

"We have been separated from the Nemesis, and somehow dropped to this planet," Starscream explained calmly, "So, we hope that you can provide us a ship, so that we can search and regroup with Lord Megatron and his crew, so we can continue our conquest. In-return for your assistance, our lord and master will reward you well."

"NEVER!" Lugnut exclaimed in anger, shocking everyone else. He snarled while glaring at both Obsidian and Strika, "Lord Megatron would never accept pathetic weakling like Caminus! As far as I can see, all of them are weakling and pathetic cowards! They are nothing like us! We, Decepticons, are known for war and battles, and fear no death! Your planet does not have! You both may possessed mind, but that doesn't mean you are stronger and powerful as me!"

Instead of anger and fury, Obsidian smirked slyly, "Try me."

"Yes. If what you say is true," Strika agreed.

Lugnut snarled as he felt insulted. He roared in anger as he slammed some punches at Obsidian, who easily and swiftly dodge the punches while strike his stinger's tail, injuring him from both front and back. The bulky purple Decepticon Warrior snarled angrily and darkly as he got angered and frustrated to fight back. Obsidian has dodge the attacks again before grabbed and held the punches as he gave Lugnut some electrical shocks. Lugnut groaned in pain as he tried to recover. He got hit and punched by Strika before grabbed and slammed him on the military table. She held and slammed both her hands in hitting him to the ground hard.

Lugnut was defeated as he groaned and moaned painfully. Thrust, Dirge and Ramjet laughed wildly and amusingly. Starscream and his Decepticons awed in amazement and surprise.

"You will think twice before challenging us again," Strika snarled angrily and darkly.

Obsidian nodded, "Indeed. We not only good at strategy and tactics, but also combat. Just remember this well, Lugnut, never underestimate your enemies or boasted your arrogance."

"Impressive..." Starscream complimented, "So, do you two agreed to join our cause?"

"Perhaps..." Obsidian said calmly, "However, there is something we requested you to do."

Starscream looked curious yet suspicious. Strika continued, "Yes. Someone is interested in you. She said that she is providing you special gift."

Starscream hummed suspiciously, "Is that so?"

"Yes. It is true," Obsidian said calmly and amusingly, "You should meet her."

"Can I come too?!" Thunderblast asked happily as she grabbed and held his arm. Obsidian and Strika looked annoyed yet suspicious. She cleared her throat, "With your permission."

Obsidian and Strika were suspicious of Thunderblast's permission. They both then looked at each other for the moment. They all sighed in annoyance as they nodded and agreed to let her go with Starscream. This caused Thunderblast to jump and hug him happily, this shocked and make him uneasy.

"That's a surprise," Blitzwing commented in shock.

Lugnut snarled, "That gift should belong to Lord Megatron, not him! He doesn't deserve it!"

"Not after the stunt you just pull, I highly doubt they cared," Blitzwing remarked dryly.

"Hmm..." Skywarp hummed curiously, "I wonder what kind of gift he's getting."

"Good question. And also, who is she?" Thundercracker asked suspiciously.

Obsidian led Starscream and Thunderblast to another chamber, which was located at the top level of the tower. Upon their arrival to the chamber, Starscream and Thunderblast found the room to be dark. To their surprise and shock, they have found someone slowly coming out from the shadows while entering the light. It revealed herself to be Quintessa.

"I've been expecting you, Starscream..." Quintessa said calmly and amusingly, surprising both Starscream and Thunderblast. She then glanced at Obsidian, "That'd be all, Obsidian. Leave us."

Obsidian bowed humbly as he turned and exited the entrance, leaving both Starscream and Thunderblast behind. Quintessa approached towards them both. They all began their discussion.

"You are quite difficult Cybertronian to find and locate," Quintessa said calmly yet amusingly, "And now, you are here. We can talk."

Starscream looked suspicious and uncertain. Thunderblast cleared her throat, "What about me?! Do you know who I am?"

"Move aside..." Quintessa said annoyance, "I am talking to Starscream."

"Hmm... I must say... I'm curious..." Starscream admitted in uncertain and uneasiness, "So, who are you? Why are you interested in me, not Megatron?"

Quintessa smiled, "I am Quintessa... The Leader and Mother of all Quintessons..." The revelation shocked and surprised Starscream. She continued, "And the reason of I'm interested in you because you possessed a trait that we Quintessons have in - deception, manipulation, scheme and tricks."

Starscream chuckled uneasily, "I'm flattered, my lady. Truly flattered."

Thunderblast huffed while crossed her arms, "Trying to steal sparkmate, no doubt..."

"Don't be, Starscream. It's the truth." Quintessa said calmly, "In fact, you should abandon your master and join my side instead."

Starscream looked surprise and uneasy, "Excuse me?"

"You heard me correctly, Starscream. Defect from Megatron's rank and join my side. You will be rewarded with respect and powers that you could ever dream of. After all, it was your deepest desire and ambition. Wouldn't you agree?"

"Well... I..."

"I don't think that's good idea," Thunderblast said uneasily. Quintessa glared at her. She yelped, "I'll shut my mouth now."

Starscream sighed, "Even so, my allegiance and loyalty is to Megatron. Unlike my previous lord or leader - Sentinel Zeta Prime, he recognized my talents. He even agreed with my plans mostly such as reconnecting the Energon Bridge to Trypticon Space Station, helping Lord Megatron against the guardian and reaching to the Core of Cybertron, seeking out for new Energon and having knowledge behind the Space Bridge, predicting Airachnid's betrayal while preparing for Lord Megatron's resurrection in his new body, and finally regain Trypticon in our service as Nemesis."

"Is that so?" Quintessa asked curiously yet unimpressed, "However, did Megatron truly trust you? If so, why hasn't he spoke highly of you? Or as matter of a fact, has he even named you as his heir?"

"Huh? What do you mean? Are you questioning my worthiness to Lord Megatron? Are you telling me that I'm nothing to me?!"

"You misunderstand me, Starscream. I said did he truly trust you?"

"Well... I... He..." Starscream halted as he slowly realized of what Quintessa has said. He gave some thoughts of what Megatron did and treat him. He sighed, "You have made a good point. Megatron often doubted me especially my talents and loyalty. Sometimes, he even thinks of someone better than me such as Dreadwing and Blackout. I loathed those two so much for trying to take over my role."

Quintessa smiled, "That is precisely my point. If you join my cause, then I will present you a new body with pure power and strength..."

Starscream was curious and intrigued. Quintessa gave a snap of her finger, summoning the canister from the ground. It opened and revealed a bulky dark crimson-gray colored armored warrior with demonic wings, black helmet, spiked shoulder pads and blue gauntlets with twin Ion Blasters. The armor surprise and shocked Starscream and Thunderblast.

"Wow! That's something!" Thunderblast exclaimed happily.

"Impressive..." Starscream commented in shock.

"Think about it," Quintessa whispered softly, "And not only you will get new body, you will rule Cybertron once you helped me achieve my ambition. I will give you some time..."

Quintessa disappeared in darkness, leaving both Starscream and Thunderblast alone. They both were looking at the crimson armor now while wondering and thinking of Quintessa's offer.

Mistress of Flame guided Arcee and her team into the Chamber of Ancients, where the Autobots found and also looking at several yet different slabs of ancient histories and pictures in it. They were surprised and amazed by it.

"Wow... Nice paint jobs, though could use some decoration and fun in it..." Cliffjumper commented in pleasant tone. He got his head smacked by angry Firestar. He yelped in pain, "Hey! What was that for?!"

"You're disrespecting our culture and sanctity," Firestar snapped angrily.

"Wow. Someone got some hot temper issue. I mean, seriously, I wasn't talking bad or anything. I was complimenting."

"I do not believe your lies, stranger. In fact, I do not trust you or your kind."

Cliffjumper hissed, "Wow. What's the matter with you? Are you mad with what happen between Cybertron and Caminus? Coz if it is, I've got nothing to do with it. It's Sentinel Prime's!"

"Despite he makes decision, you and your kind are still the responsible of this mess!" Firestar argued back angrily, "Your kind refused to let us visit or even return to our home! Cybertron abandoned and betrayed us!"

Cliffjumper grunted, "Okay. That is way off, little lady! Seriously, way off!"

"Back off before someone gets hurt! For real!" Firestar snapped angrily as she armed with her blazing sword, "I will not be very mercy..."

"Firestar, ceased your hostility!" Master Beta exclaimed firmly, "These are our guests, not enemies. Know your place."

Firestar snarled as she bowed humbly, "Yes, my master."

Victorion groaned, "Always want to pick a fight, don't you, Firestar?"

"Shut up, Victorion," Firestar snarled.

Moonracer bowed humbly, "I'm so sorry for Firestar's rudeness. She's only protective of her home, and she got trust issues with outside world."

"There is no need to apologize, Lady Moonracer. We understand." Drift turned and glared at Cliffjumper, "However, we should apologized for disrespecting your sanctity. Perhaps, you should talk less too..."

"Hey! I was really complimenting!" Cliffjumper said dryly and annoyingly.

"Here we are," Mistress of Flames said calmly as she arrived at the end of Chamber of Ancient halls. She turned and looked at the giant ancient slab with pictures and inscription, "This is the beginning of our history, my dear. Moonracer shall tell the tale about our colony's history."

Chromia sighed, "History... This should be fun..."

Arcee nudged Chromia's shoulder, "Cool with your sarcasm, sis. This is important. From what I heard, Caminus is very strict and stern with their tradition, laws and even religion. So, we have to respect theirs, and also need their help."

Moonracer whistled while looking at Arcee, "Wow. You know us... I think you and I are gonna be besties!"

Arcee groaned in annoyance, "Terrific... Just what I need..."

"Moonracer, proceed with the tale," Mistress of Flame said firmly.

"Yes, ma'am!" Moonracer saluted. She turned her attention to ancient slab of Solus Prime standing before the citizens of female, "As you all know, Solus Prime is the only female Cybertronian among the Thirteen Primes and also the Builder and Creator for most of technologies, weapons and items. And surprising facts, she is the ancestor of all female Cybertronian! Surprising, right?!"

Cliffjumper and Chromia groaned, "Nerd..."

Arcee cleared her throat, "Proceed, please..."

Moonracer cleared her throat as she turned to another ancient slab, which involved of Quintessons arriving, invading and enslaving Cybertron to serve and work for them. The group of female Cybertronians and some of males were making their escape before they get located and blown up.

Moonracer continued, "As you already know most of our ancestor's history, the fall of Thirteen Primes and the rise of Cybertonian Civilization under the guidance of Alchemist and Alpha Trion, but also we got invaded, conquered and enslaved by Quintessons. Our ancestors, which mostly females and some male Cybertronians, make their escape."

Moonracer turned to another ancient slab, which shown Cybertronian Fugitives have arrived at the new planet, where their civilization founded and began. A female Cybertronian has arrived at the top of mountain, where she make discovery of ancient yet lively flame. It also served the purpose of connection between the living and Realm of Prime. She considered it as the 'Way of Flame' Religion, and also the sign of respect to the Solus Prime She was nominated as Mistress of Flames.

"They came to another planet, which is where we began our foundation and civilization. And it's also, where the first female Camien discover the strange yet sacred relic that performed powerful yet ancient and lively flame that connects to the Realm of Primes." Moonracer continued, "She called it 'Way of Flame' because the sacred ancient flames served as the connection between living and Realm of Prime. She was named and nominated as Mistress of Flames. Thus, we named our planet 'Caminus'."

Chromia whistled as she turned and looked at Mistress of Flame, "Wow. Mistress of Flames is just a title? So, you're number what?"

Victorion groaned in annoyance, "That is inappropriate question for you to ask."

Mistress of Flame sighed, "I am the 50th Mistress now."

"But... As soon as we found out about our home was liberated, we were preparing to return home," Moonracer said calmly. She sighed in defeat. She approached and looked at the ancient slab, which revealed Sentinel Prime talk to the angry Camiens, "Sentinel Zeta Prime denied out returns, which caused the resentment and anger at Cybertronians, and even refused to help them if anything bad happens to them."

"That explains the anger and trust issue," Cliffjumper said in annoyance while glaring at Firestar, "So not cool..."

Firestar scoffed, "Don't try me, Jumpy."

"No one calls me that, Starry."

"No one calls me that, too."

Drift and Master Beta groaned, "Seriously? Annoyance..."

"Please continue," Arcee said dryly.

Moonracer cleared her throat as she turned to another ancient slab, which revealed another Mistress of Flame was talking and arguing with both Obsidian and Strika. Eventually, they launched the coup, which forced her to abdicate and commit suicide. This has forced the latest Mistress of Flames to escape and get all of her allies to the safest location - Temple of Solus Prime. They all began to rebel and fought Obsidian and Strika's armada.

"And of course, like your home, we have politics problem. Both Obsidian and Strika were having troubles with Mistress of Flames. This caused them to launch the coup on her. She killed herself after her abdication," Moonracer explained sadly, "And so now, thanks to our current Mistress of Flames, she is keeping most of us safe at the Temple of Solus Prime while launching the rebellion against Obsidian and Strika to restore order and peace."

Cliffjumper hummed, "That sounds familiar."

"Almost parallel as ours," Drift agreed.

"Hey, what's this?" Chromia asked curiously while looking at another ancient slab.

Everyone turned to the ancient slab, where they saw the picture of a young female warrior wielded two orbs of Light and Darkness while behind her is a red-blue Prime held up and activated the power of Matrix of Leadership, blasting powerful energy beam at the female Cybertronian with tentacles, who is holding another Matrix, which contained the power of purple Energon Shard in defending herself while she was covered in darkness. They're standing between Cybertron and another water planet with greenish land, some several planets surrounded them in circle.

"Who is she? That looks familiar..." Drift asked curiously.

Cliffjumper nodded, "Yeah. No kidding."

"This ancient slab is the Destiny Slab," Moonracer explained calmly, "It tells the tale of a young maiden, who represents and also the true descendant of Solus Prime. She brought the ancient relic of light and darkness in assisting and supporting the Prime to unleash the Power of Primes upon an Ancient Witch, who is using an Ancient Relic of Evil to complete her ambition. Thus, with such great powers, this will ends the reign of chaos."

"Wow. That's deep." Chromia commented.

Firestar nodded, "No kidding."

Victorion sighed, "But it was a great prophecy, which we pray it will come true.

Arcee looked at the maiden carefully, "Who is this maiden? Why is that Prime looked like Optimus Prime?"

Mistress of Flame looked at the ancient slab before looking at Arcee, "I believed you are, Arcee." Everyone was in shock and surprise. She continued, "You are the chosen one that will bring Light and Darkness to the Prime in stopping the witch from completing her ambition of destruction and chaos. You are the one."

Both Autobots and Camiens were deeply shocked and confused by the revelation. Arcee was in shocked and concerned as well.

"Impossible..." Victorion said in shock.

"It... It can't be..." Arcee said in concern.

In the Chamber of Darkness, Starscream was staring and looking at his new armor. He was marveling and complimenting about it. Thunderblast was talking with him about his decision, which concerned and scared her. Quintessa reappeared before them.

"You seriously want to do it?" Thunderblast asked in fear.

Starscream narrowed his firm eyes, "Yes, I am." He turned and looked at Quintessa, "My lady, I have been thinking of the offer you have made. I've made my decision. But you knew it anyway..."

Quintessa smirked amusingly, "So, I have." She held her hand before Starscream, "Shall we?"

Starscream smirked as he shook Quintessa's hand, "We shall. This is gonna be fun..."

To be Continued...

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