...

Six cycles after launch, the Victory successfully landed on Earth. Epsilon lowered the exit shaft and looked out upon the world they were tasked to protect.

"This world certainly is...organic," he said to himself.

"Not all of it," Numbskull corrected as he initiated the shuttle's cameoflage function. "While the inhabitants are in fact biological, they have industrialized large portions of their homeworld for residence or business."

"I see. We have a lot to learn about these...humans, they were called? However, secrecy is essential, so we can't reveal our presence to them. Additionally, we should remember: our mission isn't to extend liaison to the humans; it's to protect them from being harmed by the Deceptions. Skyrocket, I'm giving you the job of investigating this 'Earth primary database' that I've been hearing about-"

"You mean, the internet?" TickTock clarified.

"Yes, that. Search for any useful information. TickTock, you, me, Reflector, and Jetstream will scout around the area."

The two saluted and joined their leader as he left the shuttle.

...

Within ten minutes, Reflector had already knocked over a tree and set it on fire.

"Is...is this a human?" questioned TickTock, holding up the burning vegetation.

"If it is, it's dead."

"No, humans tend to scream in pain when they die...apparently..."

Epsilon sighed in exasperation. "We can't just stomp around this planet every day, destroying anything we happen to trip over! All right-Jetstream, bring Blades over here."

The indigo and lime Seeker appeared to be confused, but complied nonetheless. He returned with his comrade is little more than a cycle.

"We have vehicular forms, right? Well, now it's time to use them! Reflector, you have the same body type as your brother, and all our Seekers can share an alt-mode. Let's go, crew, hustle!"

They converted into their Cybertronion vehicle modes and drove (or in one case, flew) to a nearby human city. TickTock scanned a minivan, Reflector chose a sports car, and Blades selected a convertible. Meanwhile, Epsilon seemed to be paralyzed with indecision.

"Aerial transport doesn't seem to be common on this planet," Jetstream noted.

"True," replied TickTock. "But I've identified an establishment where we'll be able to find some." He pictured an aircraft hanger on his viewscreen.

"Infiltrate a military base? I'm not sure about that..."

"Mabye, but it's the only place we can find with planes small enough for the Seekers."

"Why is size a problem, again?"

"The same reason aerial Cybertronians can't scan land vehicles, and vice-versa: it's physically impossible for them to transform if they do."

"If it's our only option," Epsilon decided. "We should go for it. TickTock, what time is it?"

The Autobot extended an antaenna, stood still a moment, as if in deep thought, and reported the time to his commander. "It is 1:84 D.D. Earth time: 5:36 A.M."

"All right, most of the humans should be sleeping, even at a military establishment. Autobots, transform and roll out!" Epsilon's team transformed, except for Jetstream, who stayed in robotic form and leaned up against a building.

"...and fly out."

"Thank you." Jetstream converted and joined the other Autobots.

...

They soon arrived at the hanger, and Jetstream scanned an F-22A jet fighter. Meanwhile, Reflector strolled over to a nearby tank.

"Hey, Epsilon, sir, I found an alternate mode for you."

To his surprise, his commanding officer replied with, "Thank you, but no."

Reflector did not respond well. "What do you mean, no?!"

"It's nothing against you, it's just...it feels too...aggressive. I would prefer something more...civilian."

Reflector facepalmed. "Then why didn't you pick an alt-mode while we were in the city?!"

"I couldn't find anything I liked!"

All of this commotion awoke a hapless soldier who, in accordance to procedure, investigated the noise and tracked it to one of their aircraft hangers. He opened the door to see two giant robotic aliens arguing over something.

He gasped, then whipped out his walkie-talkie.

"Red alert! There are Deceptions in hanger 12!"

...

Extras: TickTock

Tech Specs:

Strength 5/10

Speed 7/10

Intelligence 6/10

Courage 6/10

Leadership 5/10

Firepower 6/10

Personality:

TickTock is level-headed and loyal. He prides himself on knowing the difference between bravery and overconfidence. He has a close relationship with Epsilon, who he met while he was in Grade 3.