Transformers: Robots In Disguise
Season 2
A Battle Between Life and Death
Part 1
Koji's Attack
Deep within the Milky Way Galaxy exists a small planet, blue-green with patches of white and
brown. Currently, the planet had two moons. One was natural, reflecting silver-blue from off
the sun. The other was not natural. It had been orbiting behind the natural moon for almost a
month. It had a large ring around it, two horn-like spikes with a giant hole in the middle.
This giant mechanical planet was known as Unicron. An extremely powerful being with near
omnipotent powers. But this was his alternate form, which also served as a base for his minions.
The control center of Unicron was located deep within the planet itself. A large room with
multiple control panels and monitor screens. A large rectangular table was at the center with
chairs around it. Above the table was a large light that glowed when it talked.
Right now, five robots sat at the table. These were Unicron's forces, robots he deploys to
handle any threats to him. Second-in-Command Starscream, chief tactician Skywars, navigator
Doom Buggy, and foot soldiers Motorcross and Gateway. The only missing soldiers were engineer
Database who was on assignment, and Frenzy, a young robot who betrayed them.
These were suppose to be the most elite soldiers in the universe, yet the way Unicron was
berating them, you wouldn't think that.
"In the eons that I have existed, I have never seen such incompetence before." The assembled
robots lowered their heads, afraid to look directly at Unicron. "Five minutes, that's how much
time it usually took to destroy a planet and move on. Yet we have been at this planet Earth for
much longer and we haven't even touched it. And do you know why?"
"It's the Autobots, Master Unicron," Skywars explained. "They are more ferocious then we
realize."
"True, the Autobots have hindered our progress to an extent, but the true source of our failure
is YOUR CONTINUING INCOMPETENCE!" The robots cringed at Unicron's rising voice. "Why are you
allowing yourselves to be beaten constantly by a group of mis-matched junk heeps? I should melt
you all down and use you for energy."
"What about Database?" Starscream demanded to know. "He should get just as much blame as we
do."
"Silence! Blaming others is just a more accurate sign of incompetence!"
"Forgive me, Master Unicron, but Starscream has a point. Why should Database get special
treatment?" Gateway asked.
"Database's combat record has been the better of you all since we arrived. That is why I have
trusted such a dangerous mission to him." On one of the monitors, a building appeared. "The
leaders of Earth have gathered at this location to discuss using a new global defense system.
With that system, the planet would be destroyed in days rather than months. All we need is the
information that Database is retrieving."
"Yes, Master Unicron," they all responded.
Unicron was currently in orbit over New York City. It was late morning. People went along
their normal business with no idea of the danger that hung above their heads.
Two of those people were Koji Onishi and Karen Howard. They were schoolmates who were spending
their Spring Break down in New York City.
"Wow," Koji gasped as he looked around at the closely-packed large buildings. "I can't believe
we're here."
Karen laughed at his excitement. "Wow, Koji, one would think you've never been to New York City
before."
"I have," Koji pointed out. "But this time, there are no giant robots fighting or the horror of
seeing my father kidnapped."
Karen smiled and moved him down the street. "Well now we're on vacation and have nothing to
worry about."
"Hey, look!" Koji pointed to a large rectangular building in the distance. "That's the United
Nations building. I always wanted to see it." Koji started to go towards the building but Karen
pulled on the collar of his shirt.
"Easy there, Flash, take a look." Karen pointed to a thin line of officers that stood in front
of the building. "Police. Something big's happening and I don't think they'll allow just
anybody in."
"Well, let's go see what's going on." Koji ran up to the barrier of officers. Karen shook her
head. Koji faced evil robots and natural disasters, but she doubt he'd ever encounter the NYPD
before. She ran to keep up with him.
"Excuse me, what's going on?" Koji asked an officer.
"Big meeting," he replied and that was it.
Karen caught up to her friend. "What's up?" She asked.
"Big meeting," Koji parroted.
"Come on, we can still go see the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty before dinner."
Suddenly the ground behind the UN building exploded. Koji, Karen, and the officer turned to see
a large robot burst open from the ground. He was white with black slits for eyes. Halves of a
keyboard were on each of his hips.
"Database!" Koji and Karen said at the same time. The officers all pulled out their weapons and
opened fire. A lot of good that did. The bullets just bounced off of Database's armor-like
skin.
Koji grabbed Karen and they both dove into an alleyway. Database took out his own weapon and
fired. Explosions sent officers flying all over the place. One was unfortunate enough to land
right in front of Koji and Karen. Karen gasped.
"We have to get out of here and contact the Autobots," Koji said.
"Can't we just call them from here?" Karen asked.
"Too dangerous. We might risk getting hit by Database before we can get any help." Let's just
withdraw." Karen nodded. Koji was much more experienced when it came to these types of
situations than she was.
"All right, let's go." The two ran from the alleyway.
But Database saw them, more specifically he saw Karen. His hard drive replayed the battle at
the Shonjitsu Building. Yes, he remembered that face now. She was the one who insulted Master
Unicron, then led him into battle with the Autobots.
"Time for some revenge," he said. Database leaped in front of Koji and Karen. He slammed his
fist down on the ground causing an earthquake to head straight towards them. Koji quickly pushed
Karen to one side then dove to the other side.
Which was exactly what Database wanted.
Database began gathering his energy for one of his ultimate attack. Koji was frozen with fear,
he didn't want Karen to be killed. He silently pleaded for her to get out of the way.
His plea was heard. At the last second, Karen rolled to the side and Database was force to lose
the energy he gathered. Karen quickly joined Koji and they stood back-to-back.
"Was it like this when the Predacons were here?" Karen asked.
"Nope, actually it was harder."
"Ah." Koji and Karen were forced to play keep-a-way. Database was strong physically and had
high endurance, but was slow (except when he's interfaced) which gave the humans an advantage.
A small one, but it was an advantage. But all this really did was make him angrier.
"You humans are a plague, a disease to be wiped out when Master Unicron chooses to swallow you
up. I will especially enjoy tearing you to shreds."
"What's he talking about?" Koji asked.
"He must mean from the time at the Shonjitsu Building," Karen guessed.
"That's right. You not only insulted my master, but me and everyone else serving under him. And
for that, you shall pay the ultimate price. Database, super power!" Database began glowing.
An energy field appeared around him. He put his arms out.
"This doesn't look good," Koji commented.
"MEMORY ERASE!"
"Uh-oh. Karen, get out of the way!" Koji shoved Karen. His push actually threw her into a
garbage can.
Two wires came out and hooked onto Koji's head.
"AAAARRRRGGGGGHHHH!" Koji cried as electricity surged through his head. He felt himself lose
consciousness.
A sudden crash awoke Dr. Onishi and his wife from a deep slumber. Afraid there was a burglar in
the house, the two quietly crept downstairs. When Mrs. Onishi turned the lights on, they
discovered a smashed coffee mug.
"I always knew that shelf would snap one day," Mrs. Onishi said as the Doctor began picking up
the pieces. "Oh dear, that's the mug Koji gave you for your birthday."
{It is,} Dr. Onishi silently agreed. {I hope nothing bad has happened to him.}
Karen moaned as she sat up. "Koji, why did you have to..." Karen saw Koji take Database's
attack full force. His pupils had dilated and his skin grew white. White tendrils were emitted
from Koji and gathered in Database's hand. They formed a prism-shape crystal.
"Data crystal must be full," Database figured.
Karen ran over to Koji's body and tried to shake him. "Koji, wake up. Please, wake up. Koji?
Koji! Speak to me, Koji! Oh no, I have to call the Autobots." Karen reached into her vest
pocket and withdrew an ear piece. By placing it on over her left ear, a microphone slid out of
it. "Hello? Autobots? Is anybody there? Please answer me, this is an emergency. Autobots,
come in!"
Ultra Magnus was cruising along the New York State Thruway when his emergency signal turned on.
"Autobots! Come in! Can anyone hear me?" Came a female human voice.
"This is Ultra Magnus. Who's this?"
"Ultra Magnus? It's Karen Howard. Please, you need to help me. Database, he's here in New
York City. He just attacked Koji."
"What? Database is here? All right, is he still there?"
"Yes. He's coming towards us. Ultra Magnus, please help."
"Database is going to regret ever coming across me. Ultra Magnus, transform!" Converting into
his robot mode, Ultra Magnus fired his jet pack and flew into the sky. He had to pour on the
speed or else by the time he got there, Database will be gone.
Database had started walking towards Karen. She began to drag Koji's body as far away from
Database as she could.
"Your friend has suffered my wraith," Database said. "And now so will you. Total..." Before
Database could complete the attack, Ultra Magnus flew down and sucker-punched him. Database was
thrown at the base of the United Nations building, losing the crystal he had in the process.
Karen now recognized him as the Autobot who first saved herself, Koji, and Wayne from Skywars
and the one at the Shonjitsu Building.
"Let's see you try that against me," Magnus said.
"Autobot," Database said with disgust. He got up and rushed at Ultra Magnus. The giant blue
robot grappled with his adversary. Ultra Magnus pulled Database in close and kneed him. He
then brought his fists together and whacked Database on the head.
Database powered up and prepared to use his memory erasing powers.
"Ultra Magnus, watch out!" Karen warned. "He's about to do to you what he did to Koji!"
"Well I won't give him the chance," Ultra Magnus replied as he activated his booster jets.
The Autobot came at Database and sandwiched his head with his own fists. Database went down.
Ultra Magnus was about to go in for another round when Karen called out, "Ultra Magnus, we need
to get Koji to a hospital immediately!" Ultra Magnus looked down at the fallen Koji. To tell
the truth, he held no ill feelings against the kid. True he could be a nuisance at the time,
but at least he didn't reach Sideburn-level nuisance.
"Transform." Ultra Magnus opened his cab door. Karen hauled Koji into the cab. They left just
as reinforcements from the NYPD arrived. "Tai, this is Ultra Magnus. I need a direct space-
bridge link to headquarters immediately."
"Roger, Ultra Magnus, is someone injured?"
"Yes, Koji."
If Tai had been fully human, her face would've probably gone as white as a sheet. What happened
to Koji? "Roger," she replied albeit hesitantly. "Space bridge opening now!" In one second,
Ultra Magnus was inside Autobot Headquarters. Tai helped Karen move Koji to a diagnostic bed.
"Database attacked him with his power," Karen explained. Tai winced, remembering when Database
used it on her. "Tai, I didn't know what to do. I think we should take him to the hospital."
"Humans are incompetent when it comes to technology like this," Ultra Magnus commented.
"In his... rude way, he's right, Karen, cybertronian science is much better than human. You were
right in taking him to us. I'll start on diagnosing. Ultra Magnus, can you contact Optimus
Prime and infrom him on what's been going on?"
"Yeah."
As Ultra Magnus and Tai set out to their tasks, Karen paced up and down in front of Koji's bed.
She tried to tell herself that Koji was going to be all right, he had to be, but to tell the
truth, she didn't know. She never had somebody she knew, let alone someone she cared about, in
such a bad condition before. Koji will get better, he must.
An engine sound interrupted Karen's thought. She turned to see Optimus Prime and the Autobot
Brothers roll in.
"Koji!" Optimus Prime ran over and picked up Koji's fallen hand. "Koji, wake up. Koji? Koji!"
"Tai, what happened?" Sideburn asked.
"Database attacked him," the A.I. said grimly.
"What? Why that no-good lousy varmit, I'll kick his tail back to Cybertron," X-Brawn growled.
"Already did that," Ultra Magnus said smirking.
"Ultra Magnus, what's the analysis of Koji's brain scan?"
Ultra Magnus looked at the view screen with a confused face. "Uh... analysis failed?"
Tai turned towards him with surprise on her face. "What? It shouldn't fail. What happened?"
"Hey, I ain't no scientist, Miss Microchip."
Tai went over and checked the head apparatus she set on Koji's head. It was set up right. Tai
ran back to the control panel and put up a diagnostic of the equipment. "I don't get it. All
the equipment is set up right. There's nothing wrong with the program. It's suppose to pick
up his synapses, but it's like there's nothing there to scan."
Prowl joined Tai over at the control panel. "That is weird. Tai, let me help you with a
diagnostic."
"Thank you, Prowl."
"Karen, tell us what happened exactly," Optimus Prime said emphasizing the last word. Karen
told them just that. "Tai, what do we know about Database?"
"He's not as physically strong as some of Unicron's other henchmen. He prefers to destroy his
opponents from the inside out and he's good at it. I found that out the hard way."
"I think it's time we consult a reliable source," X-Brawn said as he programmed the communication
consol. "Frenzy."
"Good idea, X-Brawn," Tai said regretting that she didn't think of that earlier. "I'll talk to
her."
When Tai got off the line with Frenzy, she gave a concerned look to Optimus Prime.
"It appeared that Database attacking biological lifeforms is something new to her. He has never
attacked a biological lifeform before they came to Earth. However, this is what Frenzy was able
to tell us, whenever Database has used that power in the past and on mechanical beings, he
downloads all the files directly from his opponent's memory chips without even making copies.
He then stores it on some sort of data crystal."
"Are you saying that Koji got his brain wiped?"
"Exactly, Sideburn. Database stole Koji's entire brain. If Koji's memories aren't returned to
him soon, they will become unreadable and will be lost forever."
"Oh no," Karen said meakly.
"It gets worse," Tai continued. "A computer without any RAM is basically an empty box, unable to
perform even the simplest of calculations. The same thing is ture with a human. Without the
brain to tell the body what to do, a human would be unable to do even the most simplest of tasks
like eating, walking, blinking... breathing."
"Tai!" X-Brawn gasped. "You can't mean..."
"That's EXACTLY what I mean, X-Brawn. If Koji's brain isn't returned to him soon, his body will
shut down and then... he would die!"
Optimus Prime turned to Ultra Magnus. "Ultra Magnus, did you see Database holding some sort of
crystal in your battle?"
"No, Optimus, he either lost it or hid it on his body."
"Go find it."
"Now hold on..."
"Slag it, Magnus!" Optimus Prime snapped. "I don't care if you think of yourself as under my
command or not, but I want you to perform this one task. Find that data crystal before it's too
late!"
For a while, Ultra Magnus stared at his brother, as if he was trying to understand Prime's sudden
rashness.
"Fine, I'll do it, but not for you, for the kid. Ultra Magnus, transform!"
"I'm opening a space-bridge to your last location, Ultra Magnus," Tai informed him.
Karen looked from Tai to Ultra Magnus. She wasn't about to stand-by while her friend was in
danger and there was something that could be done about it. "I'm coming with you."
"No, you're not," Ultra Magnus denied. "I do things alone."
"Not today, you aren't." As Ultra Magnus began to drive through the portal, Karen leaped onto
the back of Ultra Magnus' trailer.
"Hey, get off..." But Ultra Magnus was already into the Space Bridge.
Optimus Prime turned towards Tai. "Tai, try to see if you can find Database. Once you do,
direct the Autobot Brothers and myself to that location."
"Yes, sir," Tai saluted.
"In the mean time, is there anything we can do to prevent the deterioration?"
"There might be," Tai said. "To put it in simplest terms, Koji's body thinks it's not working.
I could use the Autobot mainframe to plant subliminal messages suggesting that his body does
work. It would be like creating an artificial brain. However, it's only a temporary solution.
Eventually, the body will get wise to what's going on and reject the programming so we'll need
to move fast."
"Do it. In the mean time, we'll start searching for Database."
Sideburn took a glance at Koji. "Koji, please hang on," he said.
"Master Unicron," Skywars called. "Database is checking in."
"Database, give me a status on your mission," Unicron commanded.
"Mission was a success, Master Unicron. I retrieved the information as you required."
"Very good," Unicron commended. "Tell it to me."
"I... downloaded the information onto a data crystal. May I show you that instead?"
"Very well. I shall send Starscream to pick you up."
"As you command, Master Unicron," Database recited. The transmission ended.
"Skywars, instruct Starscream to retrieve Database."
"Yes, sir." As Skywars set out to do as his master commanded, one thought was processed.
{That pompous calculator is going to be the downfall for the rest of us.}
Database took a deep breath. He didn't want to tell Unicron that he lost the data crystal with
the information on the global defense system. By asking to show it to him in person, Database
brought a little bit of time, he had to retrieve the data crystal before Starscream's pickup
before it was too late.
Ultra Magnus exited the space bridge in New York City. Karen was still hanging onto one of the
metal bars that held the upper part of his trailer. Ultra Magnus transformed throwing Karen off.
"That was a stupid thing you did," Ultra Magnus pointed out. "Do you realize that if we run into
Database, there's no way I can protect you?"
"You won't have to," Karen responded. "All we have to do is find the data crystal and leave.
With any luck, we won't even run into Database."
"You're pretty stupid, even for a human. Don't you realize that you're risking your life for
someone who might not even survive?"
"Koji's my friend, he risked his life to save mine, now I'm risking mine to save his. But I
guess friendship is something you'll never understand."
That insult hurt worse than Unicron's fusion cannon. Ultra Magnus turned away from Karen. The
human didn't realize how wrong she was. During the Great War on Cybertron, he had lost many
friends to Predacon fire. It was this experience which fuels his desire to work solo and not
under Optimus Prime's command.
Karen could sense that she hit a sensitive wire with Ultra Magnus. "Oh... I'm sorry... I should
have kept my big mouth shut."
"Yeah, you should have. Let's just start looking."
"What's it like?" Karen asked as they did a general sweep of the street where they battled.
"To lose someone I mean."
"It's horrible. Worse than getting an arm chopped off and that hurts even when you're a robot.
I wouldn't want anybody to lose someone they care about, not even Optimus Prime, and he's not
exactly my favorite robot in the universe."
Karen could see the haunted look in Ultra Magnus' optics. This wasn't a boast, Ultra Magnus
did know what losing someone felt like. She promised that she would never lose her friend in
the same way Ultra Magnus lost his.
The two searched the street for the good part of an hour but they didn't find any sign of
Database or the data crystal. Karen hoped the other Autobots were having better luck.
"Optimus, scanners have detected one of Unicron's henchmen."
"Database?"
"No, it's a flyer. Starscream I think, but he might be heading towards Database's location."
"Good enough. Calculate Starscream's landing coordinates and the nearest space-bridge exit.
Autobots, transform and roll out!" Optimus Prime and the Autobot Brothers transformed and drove
through the space bridge to Starscream's location. They appeared a split second before
Starscream appeared in the horizon.
"The Autobots!" Starscream realized.
"Autobots, transform and prepare for battle!" The Autobots took out their weapons and fired at
Starscream. Starscream banked from the Autobots' fire.
"Starscream, combat mode! Unilasers!" The Autobots dodged and returned fire. Starscream rose
into the air and avoided the brunt of the fire. He flew down and got Sideburn and Prowl both in
one punch. He quickly turned and kicked Optimus Prime in the side of his head.
"X-Brawn, super charge!" X-Brawn launcheda flying kick at Starscream who blocked it, brabbed
X-Brawn's leg and swung him around.
"Optimus Prime, battle mode!" Optimus combined with his trailer and swung the ladder at
Starscream but Starscream flew out of the way. "Starscream, where's Database?"
"On Earth," Starscream replied with a smirk.
"I'm not in the mood for comics, Starscream." Optimus said harshly. "Where is he!"
"Go find him yourself. Starscream, super power." Starscream got Optimus Prime down in one shot.
He then turned on the Autobot Brothers
"Ultra Magnus, come in," Tai called.
"I'm here, what do you want, Miss Microchip."
"The Autobots are battling Starscream at coordinate D-25. Can you join them?"
"But we still haven't found the data crystal," Ultra Magnus argued.
"We have reason to believe that Starscream may know where Database is."
Ultra Magnus sighed. If it wasn't one thing, it's another. "Fine, I'll help them out. D-25,
huh? That's about twenty miles north-west of here. I'll get there faster if I use my jet pack.
Ultra Jets." Before Karen could ask if she could come along, Ultra Magnus took off.
Karen looked around and wished she brought her scooter. She flagged a car down. The driver, a
green-haired woman shouted, "Hey, what's the big idea, you just running out into the middle of
the street like that."
"I'm sorry, but I really need your help. I need to go twenty miles northwest of here."
"Well you're in luck, I'm going out of town and the place I'm going to is about twenty-five
miles northwest. Do you want me to take you?"
"Yes!" Karen said excitedly as she climbed into the passenger front seat. "Thank you."
"By the way, what's your name, kid?"
"Karen."
"Nice to meet you, Karen, I'm Kelly."
"Kelly, I'm sorry to trouble you, but could you please hurry, it's kind of an emergency."
"Calm down." Kelly sped up a little and somehow made it through the NYC streets.
The battle went on and on with the Autobots suffering under Starscream's assault. Sideburn was
knocked down again by Starscream. Unicron's henchman was actually getting tired of this.
"Where is that fool, Database? Master Unicron said he would be here."
"Starscream!" Optimus Prime fired a barrage of missiles at him. "Where's Database?"
"How would I know, am I the robot's keeper?" Starscream fired energy blasts which destroyed all
the missiles. "You Autobots will not stand in Master Unicron's way any longer!"
"Oh shut up, bolts for brains," Ultra Magnus said as he flew down. His original intent was to
surprise Starscream but at the last second Starscream moved and Ultra Magnus had to skid to a
stop on the ground to prevent himself from colliding with Optimus Prime.
Prowl supercharged himself and got Starscream into a bear hug. Starscream extended his energy
field and threw Prowl off. Ultra Magnus attacked again only to accidentally attack Sideburn as
Starscream made the two collide with one another. Optimus staggered to his feet.
"Optimus," Tai called through his comm. link.
"What, Tai?"
"It's happening!"
"What?! I thought we had more time."
"It's happening faster than we originally predicted. Please, return to headquarters on the
double."
"Roger. Autobots, retreat!"
"Optimus, we can still defeat Starscream," Magnus insisted as the Autobots gathered around
Optimus. "Let's combine and..."
"It's Koji, his situation has worsen."
"Slag, as if we didn't have enough to worry about," Sideburn cursed.
"We must ret..."
"Oh, Autobots!" Starscream called. They turned and saw him fire at a passing car, Kelly's
car.
Inside the car, Karen and Kelly scream in horror, but for different reasons. Karen was screaming
because of the energy blast and Kelly because of the bad memories of the giant robots that
surfaced because of seeing the battle.
Ultra Magnus' recalled their conversation, her passion, her desire to save her friend, a desire
he never exhibited during the Great War on Cybertron.
He suddenly realized that he didn't want her to die. Ultra Magnus fired his jets and with almost
terminal velocity, picked up the car seconds before the blast hit it. Unfortunately, Starscream
used that opportunity to escape.
"Shall we go after him, Optimus?" X-Brawn asked.
"No, we have more pressing matters."
"Thank you, Ultra Magnus," Karen said as she exited the car (Kelly had fainted from the sight
of the battle). She looked at him with an affectionate glance. "I owe you my life."
"Yeah, whatever," Ultra Magnus replied. "Now we gotta get back. Koji's in serious trouble."
"Koji? He's in danger? Let's go!" Ultra Magnus transformed and this time, permitted Karen into
his cab.
Tai frantically worked the operating systems. Koji's ekg was in danger zones. She needed more
help.
"Koji, please hang on," Tai pleaded. "Try to hang on a little bit longer."
"Tai, what can we do to help?" Prowl asked as the Autobots arrived.
"I'm trying to rebuild his neuropathways. Sideburn, Ultra Magnus, monitor those readings.
Prowl, Optimus, continue programming the subliminal messages, maybe we can still get them to
work. X-Brawn, Karen, keep a visual glance on Koji for any signs of response." Tai began
working the controls of the operating machine.
"Neuropathways fifteen percent restored," Sideburn announced.
"Heartbeat falling," Ultra Magnus reported.
Tai was actually panting as she tried to basically rebuild Koji's brain.
"Pathways restored twenty percent and rising."
"This is taking too long," Prowl grumbled.
"Tai, he's flatlining!" Ultra Magnus cried as a steady tone was emitted.
"NO!" Tai ran over to Koji and ripped open his shirt. Charging her hands, she tried desprately
to restart his heart. "Clear!" Nothing happened. "I need a stronger charge. Clear!" Koji's
body jittered but still nothing happened. Tai raised the charge level and tried again. This
time, his body almost jumped off the operating table. Tai was going to raise the charge level
even higher but Sideburn and Ultra Magnus held her arms back.
"That's enough, Tai."
"Any higher charge and you'll send him straight into orbit."
Tai could only stare at Koji's body. "Koji... no, you can't die, you can't!"
"This... can't be happening," said Sideburn.
"Koji's... gone, I can't believe it!" X-Brawn said. Prowl actually punched the wall. Ultra
Magnus turned away. Karen collapsed to the ground, sobbing mutely.
Optimus Prime stepped forward and also stared at Koji's body. He tried to tell himself that this
wasn't happening, that it was all a dream, but robots don't dream. There was only one thing
left he could do.
He let out a scream of anguish.
To Be Continued
Tai: All the Autobots take Koji's death pretty hard, but none more so than Optimus Prime. He's
so distraught that he actually leaves his post. Can Ultra Magnus bring him out of his depression
in time to help the Autobot Brothers battle Database? The next episode of Transformers: Robots
In Disguise: A Battle Between Life and Death Part 2: Requiem for a Friend. So get ready to roll
out.
Season 2
A Battle Between Life and Death
Part 1
Koji's Attack
Deep within the Milky Way Galaxy exists a small planet, blue-green with patches of white and
brown. Currently, the planet had two moons. One was natural, reflecting silver-blue from off
the sun. The other was not natural. It had been orbiting behind the natural moon for almost a
month. It had a large ring around it, two horn-like spikes with a giant hole in the middle.
This giant mechanical planet was known as Unicron. An extremely powerful being with near
omnipotent powers. But this was his alternate form, which also served as a base for his minions.
The control center of Unicron was located deep within the planet itself. A large room with
multiple control panels and monitor screens. A large rectangular table was at the center with
chairs around it. Above the table was a large light that glowed when it talked.
Right now, five robots sat at the table. These were Unicron's forces, robots he deploys to
handle any threats to him. Second-in-Command Starscream, chief tactician Skywars, navigator
Doom Buggy, and foot soldiers Motorcross and Gateway. The only missing soldiers were engineer
Database who was on assignment, and Frenzy, a young robot who betrayed them.
These were suppose to be the most elite soldiers in the universe, yet the way Unicron was
berating them, you wouldn't think that.
"In the eons that I have existed, I have never seen such incompetence before." The assembled
robots lowered their heads, afraid to look directly at Unicron. "Five minutes, that's how much
time it usually took to destroy a planet and move on. Yet we have been at this planet Earth for
much longer and we haven't even touched it. And do you know why?"
"It's the Autobots, Master Unicron," Skywars explained. "They are more ferocious then we
realize."
"True, the Autobots have hindered our progress to an extent, but the true source of our failure
is YOUR CONTINUING INCOMPETENCE!" The robots cringed at Unicron's rising voice. "Why are you
allowing yourselves to be beaten constantly by a group of mis-matched junk heeps? I should melt
you all down and use you for energy."
"What about Database?" Starscream demanded to know. "He should get just as much blame as we
do."
"Silence! Blaming others is just a more accurate sign of incompetence!"
"Forgive me, Master Unicron, but Starscream has a point. Why should Database get special
treatment?" Gateway asked.
"Database's combat record has been the better of you all since we arrived. That is why I have
trusted such a dangerous mission to him." On one of the monitors, a building appeared. "The
leaders of Earth have gathered at this location to discuss using a new global defense system.
With that system, the planet would be destroyed in days rather than months. All we need is the
information that Database is retrieving."
"Yes, Master Unicron," they all responded.
Unicron was currently in orbit over New York City. It was late morning. People went along
their normal business with no idea of the danger that hung above their heads.
Two of those people were Koji Onishi and Karen Howard. They were schoolmates who were spending
their Spring Break down in New York City.
"Wow," Koji gasped as he looked around at the closely-packed large buildings. "I can't believe
we're here."
Karen laughed at his excitement. "Wow, Koji, one would think you've never been to New York City
before."
"I have," Koji pointed out. "But this time, there are no giant robots fighting or the horror of
seeing my father kidnapped."
Karen smiled and moved him down the street. "Well now we're on vacation and have nothing to
worry about."
"Hey, look!" Koji pointed to a large rectangular building in the distance. "That's the United
Nations building. I always wanted to see it." Koji started to go towards the building but Karen
pulled on the collar of his shirt.
"Easy there, Flash, take a look." Karen pointed to a thin line of officers that stood in front
of the building. "Police. Something big's happening and I don't think they'll allow just
anybody in."
"Well, let's go see what's going on." Koji ran up to the barrier of officers. Karen shook her
head. Koji faced evil robots and natural disasters, but she doubt he'd ever encounter the NYPD
before. She ran to keep up with him.
"Excuse me, what's going on?" Koji asked an officer.
"Big meeting," he replied and that was it.
Karen caught up to her friend. "What's up?" She asked.
"Big meeting," Koji parroted.
"Come on, we can still go see the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty before dinner."
Suddenly the ground behind the UN building exploded. Koji, Karen, and the officer turned to see
a large robot burst open from the ground. He was white with black slits for eyes. Halves of a
keyboard were on each of his hips.
"Database!" Koji and Karen said at the same time. The officers all pulled out their weapons and
opened fire. A lot of good that did. The bullets just bounced off of Database's armor-like
skin.
Koji grabbed Karen and they both dove into an alleyway. Database took out his own weapon and
fired. Explosions sent officers flying all over the place. One was unfortunate enough to land
right in front of Koji and Karen. Karen gasped.
"We have to get out of here and contact the Autobots," Koji said.
"Can't we just call them from here?" Karen asked.
"Too dangerous. We might risk getting hit by Database before we can get any help." Let's just
withdraw." Karen nodded. Koji was much more experienced when it came to these types of
situations than she was.
"All right, let's go." The two ran from the alleyway.
But Database saw them, more specifically he saw Karen. His hard drive replayed the battle at
the Shonjitsu Building. Yes, he remembered that face now. She was the one who insulted Master
Unicron, then led him into battle with the Autobots.
"Time for some revenge," he said. Database leaped in front of Koji and Karen. He slammed his
fist down on the ground causing an earthquake to head straight towards them. Koji quickly pushed
Karen to one side then dove to the other side.
Which was exactly what Database wanted.
Database began gathering his energy for one of his ultimate attack. Koji was frozen with fear,
he didn't want Karen to be killed. He silently pleaded for her to get out of the way.
His plea was heard. At the last second, Karen rolled to the side and Database was force to lose
the energy he gathered. Karen quickly joined Koji and they stood back-to-back.
"Was it like this when the Predacons were here?" Karen asked.
"Nope, actually it was harder."
"Ah." Koji and Karen were forced to play keep-a-way. Database was strong physically and had
high endurance, but was slow (except when he's interfaced) which gave the humans an advantage.
A small one, but it was an advantage. But all this really did was make him angrier.
"You humans are a plague, a disease to be wiped out when Master Unicron chooses to swallow you
up. I will especially enjoy tearing you to shreds."
"What's he talking about?" Koji asked.
"He must mean from the time at the Shonjitsu Building," Karen guessed.
"That's right. You not only insulted my master, but me and everyone else serving under him. And
for that, you shall pay the ultimate price. Database, super power!" Database began glowing.
An energy field appeared around him. He put his arms out.
"This doesn't look good," Koji commented.
"MEMORY ERASE!"
"Uh-oh. Karen, get out of the way!" Koji shoved Karen. His push actually threw her into a
garbage can.
Two wires came out and hooked onto Koji's head.
"AAAARRRRGGGGGHHHH!" Koji cried as electricity surged through his head. He felt himself lose
consciousness.
A sudden crash awoke Dr. Onishi and his wife from a deep slumber. Afraid there was a burglar in
the house, the two quietly crept downstairs. When Mrs. Onishi turned the lights on, they
discovered a smashed coffee mug.
"I always knew that shelf would snap one day," Mrs. Onishi said as the Doctor began picking up
the pieces. "Oh dear, that's the mug Koji gave you for your birthday."
{It is,} Dr. Onishi silently agreed. {I hope nothing bad has happened to him.}
Karen moaned as she sat up. "Koji, why did you have to..." Karen saw Koji take Database's
attack full force. His pupils had dilated and his skin grew white. White tendrils were emitted
from Koji and gathered in Database's hand. They formed a prism-shape crystal.
"Data crystal must be full," Database figured.
Karen ran over to Koji's body and tried to shake him. "Koji, wake up. Please, wake up. Koji?
Koji! Speak to me, Koji! Oh no, I have to call the Autobots." Karen reached into her vest
pocket and withdrew an ear piece. By placing it on over her left ear, a microphone slid out of
it. "Hello? Autobots? Is anybody there? Please answer me, this is an emergency. Autobots,
come in!"
Ultra Magnus was cruising along the New York State Thruway when his emergency signal turned on.
"Autobots! Come in! Can anyone hear me?" Came a female human voice.
"This is Ultra Magnus. Who's this?"
"Ultra Magnus? It's Karen Howard. Please, you need to help me. Database, he's here in New
York City. He just attacked Koji."
"What? Database is here? All right, is he still there?"
"Yes. He's coming towards us. Ultra Magnus, please help."
"Database is going to regret ever coming across me. Ultra Magnus, transform!" Converting into
his robot mode, Ultra Magnus fired his jet pack and flew into the sky. He had to pour on the
speed or else by the time he got there, Database will be gone.
Database had started walking towards Karen. She began to drag Koji's body as far away from
Database as she could.
"Your friend has suffered my wraith," Database said. "And now so will you. Total..." Before
Database could complete the attack, Ultra Magnus flew down and sucker-punched him. Database was
thrown at the base of the United Nations building, losing the crystal he had in the process.
Karen now recognized him as the Autobot who first saved herself, Koji, and Wayne from Skywars
and the one at the Shonjitsu Building.
"Let's see you try that against me," Magnus said.
"Autobot," Database said with disgust. He got up and rushed at Ultra Magnus. The giant blue
robot grappled with his adversary. Ultra Magnus pulled Database in close and kneed him. He
then brought his fists together and whacked Database on the head.
Database powered up and prepared to use his memory erasing powers.
"Ultra Magnus, watch out!" Karen warned. "He's about to do to you what he did to Koji!"
"Well I won't give him the chance," Ultra Magnus replied as he activated his booster jets.
The Autobot came at Database and sandwiched his head with his own fists. Database went down.
Ultra Magnus was about to go in for another round when Karen called out, "Ultra Magnus, we need
to get Koji to a hospital immediately!" Ultra Magnus looked down at the fallen Koji. To tell
the truth, he held no ill feelings against the kid. True he could be a nuisance at the time,
but at least he didn't reach Sideburn-level nuisance.
"Transform." Ultra Magnus opened his cab door. Karen hauled Koji into the cab. They left just
as reinforcements from the NYPD arrived. "Tai, this is Ultra Magnus. I need a direct space-
bridge link to headquarters immediately."
"Roger, Ultra Magnus, is someone injured?"
"Yes, Koji."
If Tai had been fully human, her face would've probably gone as white as a sheet. What happened
to Koji? "Roger," she replied albeit hesitantly. "Space bridge opening now!" In one second,
Ultra Magnus was inside Autobot Headquarters. Tai helped Karen move Koji to a diagnostic bed.
"Database attacked him with his power," Karen explained. Tai winced, remembering when Database
used it on her. "Tai, I didn't know what to do. I think we should take him to the hospital."
"Humans are incompetent when it comes to technology like this," Ultra Magnus commented.
"In his... rude way, he's right, Karen, cybertronian science is much better than human. You were
right in taking him to us. I'll start on diagnosing. Ultra Magnus, can you contact Optimus
Prime and infrom him on what's been going on?"
"Yeah."
As Ultra Magnus and Tai set out to their tasks, Karen paced up and down in front of Koji's bed.
She tried to tell herself that Koji was going to be all right, he had to be, but to tell the
truth, she didn't know. She never had somebody she knew, let alone someone she cared about, in
such a bad condition before. Koji will get better, he must.
An engine sound interrupted Karen's thought. She turned to see Optimus Prime and the Autobot
Brothers roll in.
"Koji!" Optimus Prime ran over and picked up Koji's fallen hand. "Koji, wake up. Koji? Koji!"
"Tai, what happened?" Sideburn asked.
"Database attacked him," the A.I. said grimly.
"What? Why that no-good lousy varmit, I'll kick his tail back to Cybertron," X-Brawn growled.
"Already did that," Ultra Magnus said smirking.
"Ultra Magnus, what's the analysis of Koji's brain scan?"
Ultra Magnus looked at the view screen with a confused face. "Uh... analysis failed?"
Tai turned towards him with surprise on her face. "What? It shouldn't fail. What happened?"
"Hey, I ain't no scientist, Miss Microchip."
Tai went over and checked the head apparatus she set on Koji's head. It was set up right. Tai
ran back to the control panel and put up a diagnostic of the equipment. "I don't get it. All
the equipment is set up right. There's nothing wrong with the program. It's suppose to pick
up his synapses, but it's like there's nothing there to scan."
Prowl joined Tai over at the control panel. "That is weird. Tai, let me help you with a
diagnostic."
"Thank you, Prowl."
"Karen, tell us what happened exactly," Optimus Prime said emphasizing the last word. Karen
told them just that. "Tai, what do we know about Database?"
"He's not as physically strong as some of Unicron's other henchmen. He prefers to destroy his
opponents from the inside out and he's good at it. I found that out the hard way."
"I think it's time we consult a reliable source," X-Brawn said as he programmed the communication
consol. "Frenzy."
"Good idea, X-Brawn," Tai said regretting that she didn't think of that earlier. "I'll talk to
her."
When Tai got off the line with Frenzy, she gave a concerned look to Optimus Prime.
"It appeared that Database attacking biological lifeforms is something new to her. He has never
attacked a biological lifeform before they came to Earth. However, this is what Frenzy was able
to tell us, whenever Database has used that power in the past and on mechanical beings, he
downloads all the files directly from his opponent's memory chips without even making copies.
He then stores it on some sort of data crystal."
"Are you saying that Koji got his brain wiped?"
"Exactly, Sideburn. Database stole Koji's entire brain. If Koji's memories aren't returned to
him soon, they will become unreadable and will be lost forever."
"Oh no," Karen said meakly.
"It gets worse," Tai continued. "A computer without any RAM is basically an empty box, unable to
perform even the simplest of calculations. The same thing is ture with a human. Without the
brain to tell the body what to do, a human would be unable to do even the most simplest of tasks
like eating, walking, blinking... breathing."
"Tai!" X-Brawn gasped. "You can't mean..."
"That's EXACTLY what I mean, X-Brawn. If Koji's brain isn't returned to him soon, his body will
shut down and then... he would die!"
Optimus Prime turned to Ultra Magnus. "Ultra Magnus, did you see Database holding some sort of
crystal in your battle?"
"No, Optimus, he either lost it or hid it on his body."
"Go find it."
"Now hold on..."
"Slag it, Magnus!" Optimus Prime snapped. "I don't care if you think of yourself as under my
command or not, but I want you to perform this one task. Find that data crystal before it's too
late!"
For a while, Ultra Magnus stared at his brother, as if he was trying to understand Prime's sudden
rashness.
"Fine, I'll do it, but not for you, for the kid. Ultra Magnus, transform!"
"I'm opening a space-bridge to your last location, Ultra Magnus," Tai informed him.
Karen looked from Tai to Ultra Magnus. She wasn't about to stand-by while her friend was in
danger and there was something that could be done about it. "I'm coming with you."
"No, you're not," Ultra Magnus denied. "I do things alone."
"Not today, you aren't." As Ultra Magnus began to drive through the portal, Karen leaped onto
the back of Ultra Magnus' trailer.
"Hey, get off..." But Ultra Magnus was already into the Space Bridge.
Optimus Prime turned towards Tai. "Tai, try to see if you can find Database. Once you do,
direct the Autobot Brothers and myself to that location."
"Yes, sir," Tai saluted.
"In the mean time, is there anything we can do to prevent the deterioration?"
"There might be," Tai said. "To put it in simplest terms, Koji's body thinks it's not working.
I could use the Autobot mainframe to plant subliminal messages suggesting that his body does
work. It would be like creating an artificial brain. However, it's only a temporary solution.
Eventually, the body will get wise to what's going on and reject the programming so we'll need
to move fast."
"Do it. In the mean time, we'll start searching for Database."
Sideburn took a glance at Koji. "Koji, please hang on," he said.
"Master Unicron," Skywars called. "Database is checking in."
"Database, give me a status on your mission," Unicron commanded.
"Mission was a success, Master Unicron. I retrieved the information as you required."
"Very good," Unicron commended. "Tell it to me."
"I... downloaded the information onto a data crystal. May I show you that instead?"
"Very well. I shall send Starscream to pick you up."
"As you command, Master Unicron," Database recited. The transmission ended.
"Skywars, instruct Starscream to retrieve Database."
"Yes, sir." As Skywars set out to do as his master commanded, one thought was processed.
{That pompous calculator is going to be the downfall for the rest of us.}
Database took a deep breath. He didn't want to tell Unicron that he lost the data crystal with
the information on the global defense system. By asking to show it to him in person, Database
brought a little bit of time, he had to retrieve the data crystal before Starscream's pickup
before it was too late.
Ultra Magnus exited the space bridge in New York City. Karen was still hanging onto one of the
metal bars that held the upper part of his trailer. Ultra Magnus transformed throwing Karen off.
"That was a stupid thing you did," Ultra Magnus pointed out. "Do you realize that if we run into
Database, there's no way I can protect you?"
"You won't have to," Karen responded. "All we have to do is find the data crystal and leave.
With any luck, we won't even run into Database."
"You're pretty stupid, even for a human. Don't you realize that you're risking your life for
someone who might not even survive?"
"Koji's my friend, he risked his life to save mine, now I'm risking mine to save his. But I
guess friendship is something you'll never understand."
That insult hurt worse than Unicron's fusion cannon. Ultra Magnus turned away from Karen. The
human didn't realize how wrong she was. During the Great War on Cybertron, he had lost many
friends to Predacon fire. It was this experience which fuels his desire to work solo and not
under Optimus Prime's command.
Karen could sense that she hit a sensitive wire with Ultra Magnus. "Oh... I'm sorry... I should
have kept my big mouth shut."
"Yeah, you should have. Let's just start looking."
"What's it like?" Karen asked as they did a general sweep of the street where they battled.
"To lose someone I mean."
"It's horrible. Worse than getting an arm chopped off and that hurts even when you're a robot.
I wouldn't want anybody to lose someone they care about, not even Optimus Prime, and he's not
exactly my favorite robot in the universe."
Karen could see the haunted look in Ultra Magnus' optics. This wasn't a boast, Ultra Magnus
did know what losing someone felt like. She promised that she would never lose her friend in
the same way Ultra Magnus lost his.
The two searched the street for the good part of an hour but they didn't find any sign of
Database or the data crystal. Karen hoped the other Autobots were having better luck.
"Optimus, scanners have detected one of Unicron's henchmen."
"Database?"
"No, it's a flyer. Starscream I think, but he might be heading towards Database's location."
"Good enough. Calculate Starscream's landing coordinates and the nearest space-bridge exit.
Autobots, transform and roll out!" Optimus Prime and the Autobot Brothers transformed and drove
through the space bridge to Starscream's location. They appeared a split second before
Starscream appeared in the horizon.
"The Autobots!" Starscream realized.
"Autobots, transform and prepare for battle!" The Autobots took out their weapons and fired at
Starscream. Starscream banked from the Autobots' fire.
"Starscream, combat mode! Unilasers!" The Autobots dodged and returned fire. Starscream rose
into the air and avoided the brunt of the fire. He flew down and got Sideburn and Prowl both in
one punch. He quickly turned and kicked Optimus Prime in the side of his head.
"X-Brawn, super charge!" X-Brawn launcheda flying kick at Starscream who blocked it, brabbed
X-Brawn's leg and swung him around.
"Optimus Prime, battle mode!" Optimus combined with his trailer and swung the ladder at
Starscream but Starscream flew out of the way. "Starscream, where's Database?"
"On Earth," Starscream replied with a smirk.
"I'm not in the mood for comics, Starscream." Optimus said harshly. "Where is he!"
"Go find him yourself. Starscream, super power." Starscream got Optimus Prime down in one shot.
He then turned on the Autobot Brothers
"Ultra Magnus, come in," Tai called.
"I'm here, what do you want, Miss Microchip."
"The Autobots are battling Starscream at coordinate D-25. Can you join them?"
"But we still haven't found the data crystal," Ultra Magnus argued.
"We have reason to believe that Starscream may know where Database is."
Ultra Magnus sighed. If it wasn't one thing, it's another. "Fine, I'll help them out. D-25,
huh? That's about twenty miles north-west of here. I'll get there faster if I use my jet pack.
Ultra Jets." Before Karen could ask if she could come along, Ultra Magnus took off.
Karen looked around and wished she brought her scooter. She flagged a car down. The driver, a
green-haired woman shouted, "Hey, what's the big idea, you just running out into the middle of
the street like that."
"I'm sorry, but I really need your help. I need to go twenty miles northwest of here."
"Well you're in luck, I'm going out of town and the place I'm going to is about twenty-five
miles northwest. Do you want me to take you?"
"Yes!" Karen said excitedly as she climbed into the passenger front seat. "Thank you."
"By the way, what's your name, kid?"
"Karen."
"Nice to meet you, Karen, I'm Kelly."
"Kelly, I'm sorry to trouble you, but could you please hurry, it's kind of an emergency."
"Calm down." Kelly sped up a little and somehow made it through the NYC streets.
The battle went on and on with the Autobots suffering under Starscream's assault. Sideburn was
knocked down again by Starscream. Unicron's henchman was actually getting tired of this.
"Where is that fool, Database? Master Unicron said he would be here."
"Starscream!" Optimus Prime fired a barrage of missiles at him. "Where's Database?"
"How would I know, am I the robot's keeper?" Starscream fired energy blasts which destroyed all
the missiles. "You Autobots will not stand in Master Unicron's way any longer!"
"Oh shut up, bolts for brains," Ultra Magnus said as he flew down. His original intent was to
surprise Starscream but at the last second Starscream moved and Ultra Magnus had to skid to a
stop on the ground to prevent himself from colliding with Optimus Prime.
Prowl supercharged himself and got Starscream into a bear hug. Starscream extended his energy
field and threw Prowl off. Ultra Magnus attacked again only to accidentally attack Sideburn as
Starscream made the two collide with one another. Optimus staggered to his feet.
"Optimus," Tai called through his comm. link.
"What, Tai?"
"It's happening!"
"What?! I thought we had more time."
"It's happening faster than we originally predicted. Please, return to headquarters on the
double."
"Roger. Autobots, retreat!"
"Optimus, we can still defeat Starscream," Magnus insisted as the Autobots gathered around
Optimus. "Let's combine and..."
"It's Koji, his situation has worsen."
"Slag, as if we didn't have enough to worry about," Sideburn cursed.
"We must ret..."
"Oh, Autobots!" Starscream called. They turned and saw him fire at a passing car, Kelly's
car.
Inside the car, Karen and Kelly scream in horror, but for different reasons. Karen was screaming
because of the energy blast and Kelly because of the bad memories of the giant robots that
surfaced because of seeing the battle.
Ultra Magnus' recalled their conversation, her passion, her desire to save her friend, a desire
he never exhibited during the Great War on Cybertron.
He suddenly realized that he didn't want her to die. Ultra Magnus fired his jets and with almost
terminal velocity, picked up the car seconds before the blast hit it. Unfortunately, Starscream
used that opportunity to escape.
"Shall we go after him, Optimus?" X-Brawn asked.
"No, we have more pressing matters."
"Thank you, Ultra Magnus," Karen said as she exited the car (Kelly had fainted from the sight
of the battle). She looked at him with an affectionate glance. "I owe you my life."
"Yeah, whatever," Ultra Magnus replied. "Now we gotta get back. Koji's in serious trouble."
"Koji? He's in danger? Let's go!" Ultra Magnus transformed and this time, permitted Karen into
his cab.
Tai frantically worked the operating systems. Koji's ekg was in danger zones. She needed more
help.
"Koji, please hang on," Tai pleaded. "Try to hang on a little bit longer."
"Tai, what can we do to help?" Prowl asked as the Autobots arrived.
"I'm trying to rebuild his neuropathways. Sideburn, Ultra Magnus, monitor those readings.
Prowl, Optimus, continue programming the subliminal messages, maybe we can still get them to
work. X-Brawn, Karen, keep a visual glance on Koji for any signs of response." Tai began
working the controls of the operating machine.
"Neuropathways fifteen percent restored," Sideburn announced.
"Heartbeat falling," Ultra Magnus reported.
Tai was actually panting as she tried to basically rebuild Koji's brain.
"Pathways restored twenty percent and rising."
"This is taking too long," Prowl grumbled.
"Tai, he's flatlining!" Ultra Magnus cried as a steady tone was emitted.
"NO!" Tai ran over to Koji and ripped open his shirt. Charging her hands, she tried desprately
to restart his heart. "Clear!" Nothing happened. "I need a stronger charge. Clear!" Koji's
body jittered but still nothing happened. Tai raised the charge level and tried again. This
time, his body almost jumped off the operating table. Tai was going to raise the charge level
even higher but Sideburn and Ultra Magnus held her arms back.
"That's enough, Tai."
"Any higher charge and you'll send him straight into orbit."
Tai could only stare at Koji's body. "Koji... no, you can't die, you can't!"
"This... can't be happening," said Sideburn.
"Koji's... gone, I can't believe it!" X-Brawn said. Prowl actually punched the wall. Ultra
Magnus turned away. Karen collapsed to the ground, sobbing mutely.
Optimus Prime stepped forward and also stared at Koji's body. He tried to tell himself that this
wasn't happening, that it was all a dream, but robots don't dream. There was only one thing
left he could do.
He let out a scream of anguish.
To Be Continued
Tai: All the Autobots take Koji's death pretty hard, but none more so than Optimus Prime. He's
so distraught that he actually leaves his post. Can Ultra Magnus bring him out of his depression
in time to help the Autobot Brothers battle Database? The next episode of Transformers: Robots
In Disguise: A Battle Between Life and Death Part 2: Requiem for a Friend. So get ready to roll
out.