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Plot – By terminating Scourge and with the arrival of Cryotek, Galvatron adds Scourge's spark to the Dark Energon and it has now evolved into Neo-Dark Energon. Then, Koji strangely faints and much to everyone's shock by scanning his brain waves, it shows a familiar Autobot that the Autobots once knew and before he could head into battle, something odd has triggered inside his head.
Chapter 9: Intrusion
Galvatron was grinning with sheer pleasure by holding Scourge's spark; the Decepticon who tried to take over his leadership. "I knew that he would try to double-cross me yet again. But now, I've finally taken care of that pathetic imbecile!"
"How could you've done something like this, Galvatron?" demanded Magnus.
"First the Predacons and now Scourge, why?!" inserted Optimus.
"Isn't it obvious? It's all about who's in and who's out. As far as I'm enjoying the entertainment, my new ally is here."
"You mean…" pondered X-Brawn.
"That's right. Come on out, Cryotek!"
Just then, a huge aqua blue dragon swooped down from the sky with its massive dragon-like wings and descended down on the ground. He turned to his partner, Galvatron clutching Scourge's spark. What's even more surprising is that Cryotek is holding onto a piece of Dark Energon. Before they could move on even further, they tell the Autobots some disturbing information.
"Listen up, Autobots. What you're about to witness is a first in Cybertronian history and it will simply put the Decepticons back in the driver's seat."
"After our newest weapon will be upgraded, you'll be in for a real treat."
"Kicker, any clue on what they're babbling about?" Rad asked.
"None, whatsoever. But somehow, I'm starting to have goosebumps."
"In any circumstances, we'll have to be extra careful since we got ourselves into this mess" Koji insisted.
At the Autobot base, Dr. Jones and everybody are all looking at the Main Monitor where Galvatron and Cryotek are about to create a new completely evil weapon. The looks on their faces were mixed with concern and suspicion as their eyes became very sternly.
"What do you think they plan to do with Scourge's spark?" Scavenger asked.
"I'm not sure. But, it's something that I don't want to hear about" Dr. Jones replied.
"You don't suppose that they're going to merge Scourge's spark with Dark Energon, are they?" Jenny asked.
"If they are, then we might be in serious danger" Alexis answered.
"We'll have to call in more reinforcements from Planet Cybertron as soon as we can" requested Carlos.
"Smart thinking, Carlos. I'll do that right away, once Optimus and the Autobots return from their encounter with the Decepticons" replied T-Ai, while sending out a distress signal back to Planet Cybertron and providing some much needed backup.
"While she's busy gathering reinforcements, we'll have to be very certain that Kicker and his teammates will make it back here safe and sound" informed Dr. Jones.
"Now, it's time for the big moment that I've waited for so long. Ready, Cryotek?"
"As always, Galvatron."
The Autobots, Kicker and his colleagues can only stand idly by and witness the unforeseen fusion between Scourge's spark and the Dark Energon. The same goes for Ruination, Magnificus, Bruticus and Ga'Mede as they also witness the start of a new dark transformation.
Galvatron pushes Scourge's spark inside the Dark Energon that Cryotek is holding onto and then, there was a luminous and radiant flash as it shines everybody in sight. It only took several minutes for the light to disappear and that's when the Dark Energon had changed its color, during the process of placing the spark of a betrayed Decepticon.
As everyone began to open their eyes, they were shocked to see of what has happened. The Dark Energon is now shining in a colouring mixture of purple, red and black; which means that it's become much different than it was previously.
Galvatron and Cryotek laughed proudly at their transferring process as they give out the word to the Autobots and humans about their latest and upgraded project.
"Feast your eyes on this, Autobots! Our newest creation!"
"Yes, indeed. A very fine choice of terminating Scourge and adding it to the Dark Energon. Now, we've got the extra power that we truly desired."
Sunstorm replied. "I'll say. Scourge was too arrogant."
Axer countered. "More like too persistent for his own evil deeds. He finally got what he deserves."
Dread Wind added. "That's what happens when you stick your hard drive, where it doesn't belong."
Magnificus retorted. "At least, we've got plenty of action where that came from. This is getting more interesting by the minute. Like Obsidian, I also despise Scourge."
Kicker and the Autobots are seemingly upset that Galvatron and his newfound partner, Cryotek have made the Dark Energon not only stronger, but also more complex.
"I still can't believe Galvatron would do this. Somehow, this isn't the Dark Energon that we've stumbled upon the last time."
"Then, if it's not Dark Energon, what is it?" questioned Rad.
Galvatron revealed to them the name of his upgraded tool. "Are you really that curious? Well, allow me to introduce our latest weapon: Neo-Dark Energon!"
"Neo-Dark…" panicked Koji.
"…Energon?" gasped Kicker.
"This is bad. This is very bad" angered Optimus, while looking on in distraught.
"So, that's the name of their new equipment: Neo-Dark Energon. It has got to be twice as bad than its precursor" says an intimidating Dr. Jones. "He will stop at nothing to dominate Earth and even the universe with that monstrous design. Even if Optimus asks for my son's assistance, I still fear for his well behaviour."
"You're correct, Dr. Jones. I also fear for Koji's safety as well" said T-Ai.
"In a matter of speaking, T-Ai, he might not need it. Take me for example, I've managed to look out for myself and I didn't even run into any problems. Not even one. In return, I became the Secretary of State under President Constanza and because of Colonel Franklin being appointed as Earth's ambassador to Planet Cybertron, I was given a much needed break." Alexis smiled.
Sally was at a loss for words. "Alexis…"
"I don't get it. What does she mean?" asked Carlos curiously.
"Don't look at me, pal. I don't know a thing" grumbled Billy.
"Same with me," Fred stated.
"Well, I do" replied Jenny. "She's saying that Koji and your friends have grown more mature over the years. It's no surprise that if we continue to develop more changes, we could very well bring a much brighter future."
"Hey, how did you figure that out?" T-Ai's eyes were widened in surprise.
Jenny continued. "Much like yourself, I'm also a secretary and I can do anything. After all, if we don't make any further progress, then we'd be heading back to square one. Therefore, we'll have to hold our positions."
"For someone whose intelligence is very swift and strong such as Alexis, you've definitely got some skills" Tow-Line responded.
"Thanks. I'm just doing my job." She finished her sentence with a small laugh.
"Why am I not convinced?" thought Karl shaking his head.
Back at the park, the Autobots, Kicker and his teammates are still reeling after what went down with Scourge's unfortunate demise and the unholy birth of Neo-Dark Energon.
Galvatron starts taunting the Autobots. "How do you like our new achievement, Autobots? It's quite remarkable to say the very least. Our Neo-Dark Energon is twice as strong then the original. Isn't it wonderful, Cryotek?"
"It is, Galvatron. Now, all that's left is injecting anyone with it. But in the meantime, we'll have to make haste immediately."
"Huh? Why so soon? We've already started!" yelled Ruination.
"Something doesn't feel right. First, Galvatron destroys Scourge by taking out his spark. Second, he transfers it to the Dark Energon by making it evolve and now, they get to leave? What's going on?" Kicker demanded.
"I can't tell you, why. But whatever it is, they're hiding something from us" urged Koji.
"I've noticed that too. They're acting awfully suspicious, since they've formed an alliance together" told Rad.
"All Decepticons, move out" commanded Galvatron.
"But, sir…"
"No arguments, Magnificus. Now, move! That's a direct order!" called Cryotek.
"Aw, man! This sucks!"
Ga'Mede didn't say a single word, while the entire fleet depart from the park completely vacated. The Autobots were left very puzzled as to why they would leave without inflicting more damage to them or the park itself.
"Hey, what gives? They've just made the Dark Energon evolve and then, they turn and leave us? What's up with them?" questioned Sideburn.
"Beats me, brother. But, I'm getting a really bad feeling about this" X-Brawn mentioned.
"I feel that too" said Prowl.
"I see what you mean by that, Prowl" replied Optimus.
"How so, Optimus?"
The Autobot leader explained. "I have a hunch that they're planning their next move on us, once we're occupied. It's no secret that Galvatron and Cryotek have a long history together and yet, they've made a permanent or temporary agreement. In other words, they're more than willing to abduct our human friends again with more reinforcements. So, we need to be heavily on guard in order to prevent them from getting manipulated by the Neo-Dark Energon. Did you understand, Magnus?"
"Clearly. They're just a couple of punks that want to fiddle around with people's minds with their dark weapon like a bunch of marionettes. The problem is, when do we know what their next phase of their plan will be?"
"It's hard to tell. Right now, let's head back to base" said Rodimus, while he and everybody else leave the park and move towards the Space Bridge.
Now instantaneously at the Autobot base, Kicker popped up a question to Optimus about the shocking alliance between Galvatron and Cryotek.
"Say, Optimus. What do you know of Cryotek?"
"I'm glad that you brought that up, Kicker. I suppose that I should discuss all of you about Cryotek's origins, before he became Galvatron's partner."
"Well, we're waiting to hear all about it" urged Alexis.
Optimus continued. "Cryotek is Planet Cybertron's most feared enemy of all. In fact, he's also behind the theft of the mysterious Golden Disk and therefore it turned against him when Megatron betrayed him and stole it. When Cryotek departed, he attained the services of Cyclonus, a Decepticon who uploaded himself into a Vehicon drone. But despite that he sided with the Quintessons and successfully obliterated the mutants and thus injuring the Dinobots, he would still need to defeat the Wreckers with Primal Prime at their head. Before that time however, he un-winningly helped him to get rid of his organic body or he could exploit it. In which case, by assuming it on his own. Then, due to the pain of the metamorphosis, he fell into a period of stasis lock; where Megatron threw away his innovations. But that's not all, he became unsatisfied with the actions of the Predacon ruling class – which of course, abandoning the Decepticon philosophies of conquest and deceit. He only relays on total domination that would require skill and intellect, meaning that Megatron was overwhelmed by his achievements. But right now, he's sided with the same Decepticon that betrayed him a millennium ago, Galvatron."
"That's some serious stuff. It's no wonder, there's been a bad relationship between those two. They dislike one another. But, do you know anything about his fate?" Dr. Jones asked.
"Unfortunately, his fate hasn't been determined as of late. Whatever it may be, it won't be that pleasant" Rodimus replied.
"I'll say. Cryotek is one tough individual that can crush anyone with his own two fists. Even if it means requesting some assistance for him, along the way" Magnus agreed.
Then, from out of the blue, Kicker's eyes lit up when he remembered about a certain someone. "Hey, wait a second! Where's Misha?"
"No need to worry about your girlfriend, Kicker. She's right here." Hauler mentioned to him and opened the door to reveal a familiar face.
"Kicker!"
"Misha!"
At that very moment, both of them run towards each other until they threw their arms around their necks in unison and then; they've held onto one another in a nice embrace.
"Well, ain't that cute?" noticed X-Brawn.
"Cute? Put 'outstanding' and it fits even better" urged Sideburn.
"Oh, really? I wouldn't have it in any other way" told Prowl.
"Actually, he's very relieved that Misha is unharmed and wasn't affected by the Neo-Dark Energon" said Sally.
"Well, what would you expect? Something else?" asked Carlos.
"Cut the chatter, you two! From now on, we need to be extra cautious from the Neo-Dark Energon by any means necessary. The same goes for Galvatron, Cryotek, Ga'Mede and the Decepticons with it," Dr. Jones suggested.
"At least, we'll be getting some new recruits. I've just been informed that they're almost on their way here from Planet Cybertron" T-Ai told to them.
"A wise decision, T-Ai. This could take awhile for us to have more recruitment. Now, all we're going to need is a little bit of evasive maneuvers and a lot of luck" replied Optimus.
In the midst of this important conversation, Kicker released his hug from Misha and interrupted him. "Sorry to barge in like this Optimus but, how were you able to bring Misha to safety?"
"I notified Hauler to rescue her, while you had your hands full dealing with Bruticus. If it wasn't for him, she would've been taken away from you, again."
"Thanks, Optimus and you too, Hauler. You really pulled a fast one on them, didn't you?" Kicker winked his eye and giving him the thumbs-up.
"I sure did. I had to make sure that you didn't get the same result like from before, when you were unconscious after getting bullied by Bruticus."
"The same goes for the Autobot brothers taking care of Obsidian before Ultra Magnus and Optimus arrived and finished him off in one fell swoop" Rad explained.
"You can say that again. They finally…took care…of…him." Suddenly, Koji fell into a slight daze and blacked out, just as T-Ai and Alexis caught him.
"Koji! Koji, talk to me! What's wrong with him?"
"Beats me, T-Ai. First, he was okay and then, he fainted. Somehow, he must've fallen into some sort of a deep state."
"You don't mean that he fell into a coma, did he?" Karl wondered.
"Of course, he didn't. Either his body worn out or it must've been something else" Jenny responded.
"What do you think it is?" Rad asked.
"I'm not sure. But, we'll have to send him to the examination room for more details. Let's go!" says Dr. Jones as they all hoist the unconscious Koji to the examination room and discover what caused him to faint unexpectedly.
An hour later, everybody was inside the examination room where they begin to scan Koji's body inside with the usage of a scanner and is being sent inside the machine.
Whilst inside, it starts to light up around him and begins scanning him thoroughly. After it was finished scanning his body, the computer screen shows the results. His pulse is seemingly normal, his armor transformation was still intact but a section of his brain is somewhat flashing for some apparent reason. This caught some serious attention to the whole group.
"That's very peculiar. Why is part of Koji's brain flashing? Is there something that we're not fully aware of?" asked T-Ai.
"It's possible. But, I still don't know what it is" says Alexis.
"Let's check it out." Dr. Jones responded by moving the cursor of the mouse and clicks to the section, where Koji's brain is flashing. When he did, a picture was shown on-screen and it revealed a most unprecedented result: showing on-screen was an image of an Autobot that only Optimus, Magnus and T-Ai recognized that familiar figure.
"By the code of the Matrix."
"You've got to be kidding me!"
"Why, that's Fortress Maximus!"
"Are you serious?" says a surprised Sideburn.
"This is not good" grumbled Prowl.
"How can he contain the services of Fortress Maximus? There must be a logical explanation behind all of this" Rodimus demanded.
"Here's one. Who's Fortress Maximus?" Kicker asks.
"And why is he connected to Koji?" Misha commented.
Optimus answered. "Well, it all started many years ago. Fortress Maximus was said to be a legend on Planet Cybertron, but then it became into a reality when the Decepticons infiltrated the ruins. We've discovered the locations of the ruins itself, when we managed to find the O-Parts and became as one. At that time, T-Ai was still a hologram back then before her surgery and went inside of it to gain valuable information. But as it turns out, the program had locked her inside and therefore, we went to the Sahara Desert and locate the Orb of Sigma. When they become whole. T-Ai's programming was fading fast and we had to bring her and the globe itself back to base during our conflict with the Decepticons. Once we were there, Koji was worried about her the whole time and nearly confessed his feelings to her even though she was a computer. But luckily, we were able to bring her back online in one peace. After that, we began to search for Cerebros, the key element of Fortress Maximus. When we got there, Scourge and the Decepticons were lying and waiting for us. But during the scuffle, the Predacons snuck in and snatched Cerebros away from us. Despite the fact that Scourge broke in the bio-recognition command block from Cerebros, he was unable to control Fortress Maximus when he was online with Cerebros. As a result, it levelled the city with its destructive power until someone was strong enough to deactivate him and that's Koji."
"Does still have that special ability?" Rad questioned.
He continued. "Well, almost. During that time, Koji tried his best to respond to Fortress Maximus, but Scourge's bio-frequency technology had overmatched him. In our final conflict, Galvatron drained all of Fortress Maximus' power and became twice as strong as he was. Even though that me and my brother, Ultra Magnus had put our differences aside and became Omega Prime, we were nearly no match for him. As luck would have it, Fortress Maximus was online again thanks to some quick thinking from Koji and T-Ai when they told all of Earth's children to send energy to him. When he was complete, he transferred his power to energize the matrix. That led us to attain a new weapon called 'The Matrix Blade' and thus defeated Galvatron. Since then, Fortress Maximus had sent him and his henchmen back to Planet Cybertron at the Asteroid Prison Colony. That is, until they've escaped."
"And, that's when he terminated the Predacons by merging them with his Red Energon and Unicron's remnants to create Dark Energon. Things are starting to make sense now" thought Kicker.
"Yeah and then, it got way out of hand when he did the same to Scourge and it became Neo-Dark Energon. Yet, this still doesn't relate as to why Koji would attain the services of Fortress Maximus" Dr. Jones explained.
The stretcher that Koji was lying on was pulled from out of the machine and stayed there. Alas, his eyes still hasn't been opened as everyone went over there and stood beside him.
Alexis places her hand over Koji's forehead trying to feel any sense of pulse. "Ironically, his temperature is normal and he seems to be resting after he fainted."
T-Ai breathed with a sigh of relief. "For a moment or two, I thought that he wouldn't recover. I'm so relieved that he's alright."
"True and yet, even if he does wake up, he wouldn't know what really happened and if he can still control Fortress Maximus" told Rad.
"I hope, you're right" added Karl.
During their conversation, they all hear Koji moan by getting up from the stretcher and was able to open his eyes slowly while placing his hand on his forehead. "Ah, my head hurts." As he looked around to see his friends and family, they have strict expressions on their faces. "Why are you all staring at me like that? Is there a problem?"
Dr. Jones replies to him with a very serious tone. "Yes, the problem is you, Koji."
"Huh? What do you mean by that?" Koji asked, blinking his eyes in confusion.
At the Decepticon base, Galvatron, Cryotek and all of the Decepticons along with Bruticus are having an important discussion in regards to their next plan against the Autobots and their human allies.
"What do you have in mind, Galvatron?" Axer requested.
"Any idea of how we can obtain the victory that we desire?" questioned Wind Sheer.
"Hey! Now, what's that supposed to mean?" fumed Sunstorm.
"Knock it off! All of you! I can't stand it, when you're so impatient! Besides, our comrade, Ga'Mede is now fully charged and ready to do battle with those troublesome humans. When we gave him the Neo-Dark Energon, he's now ten times stronger than the last time he fought with them. Right, Cryotek?"
"Indeed. Are you ready, Ga'Mede?"
The Decepticon human stepped forth and replied back. "I was made ready! Now, let's go hunt for some prey!"
"I don't know about you, but this guy gives me the creeps" whispered Dreadwind.
"So? It's only natural for him to react this way rather than being intimidated" says Skyfire quietly.
"Fortunately, I kind of like it" grinned Bludgeon.
"Will all of you shut your damn trap, already? Man, I hate sore losers!" fumed Magnificus.
Back at Autobot HQ, Koji now understood as to why everyone was staring at him. They believe that he still has the uncanny ability to control Fortress Maximus. When he was told about it, he was left clueless. "What? No way! How am I still able to acquire the services of Fortress Maximus?"
"It was because you've lost conscious and then, we had to scan you to see what the problem was. When the results came in, it shows that part of your brain was acting strange and that's where you still contained the knowledge of Fortress Maximus" says Dr. Jones.
"Optimus, is it true that he can still control a giant such as him?" Rodimus wondered.
"Honestly, it's difficult to believe that he could. Although, it's highly doubtful that he may not control him because it requires a bio-signature identification."
"That's good news to us. Isn't it?" told Kicker.
"I hope so" Misha replied.
"Basically, it may be confusing but I'm certain that Optimus is correct" says Rad.
"What if, that information is false and Fortress Maximus would show up?" Alexis asked.
"Whatever the case, let's hope for the best" Carlos acknowledged.
"You said it. What could possibly go wrong?" Dr. Jones said.
As a matter of fact, it did. The alarm went off as everyone soon realize that the Decepticons are attacking somewhere on Earth. Koji was the last person to leave and was about to join the others until a weird vibration had triggered inside his mind. He fell down to his knees and feels some kind of pressure being drawn into his brain.
"What's happening to me? It's...too...much!"
"Koji! What's the matter?" T-Ai was about to aid him until he tells her to move away from him and continue to follow everybody.
"Stay back! I'll try and catch up! Go!"
Having no other option, she leaves him and heads to the Main Computer System where everyone else is. That's when something unusual came into play. During the disruptive sound wave inside his mind, his eyes were glowing bright yellow and as he stood himself up, he spoke in a different tone.
"Activating systems. Command block, deactivated. En route to Planet Earth."
On Planet Cybertron, a massive base-like transformer was beginning to function. Its eyes lit up as it responded to a distress call from someone who's communicating to the being itself. The main element of this legendary individual, Cerebros goes into battle mode and becomes whole with the Autobot that is about to be awakened. It began to hoist itself up and with its loud roar; it leaves the Autobot's main homeland and starts drifting itself towards Earth with an unlikely speed.
While back down on Earth at Autobot HQ, Koji's eyes had returned to normal and had regained consciousness. After shaking his head for a few minutes, he went on to catch-up with the others and reached to the Main Computer System. When he did, some of them had already left and the only ones that are left stationing are Dr. Jones, Alexis, Billy, Fred, Jenny, Karl, Sally, Misha and T-Ai. He seemed surprised that they left without him. "Hey! Where is everybody?"
"Well, I'm glad that you're here. But, it looks like that you came in too late because they've just left."
"He's right. Optimus, The Autobot brothers, Kicker, Rad, Rodimus and the others are facing the Decepticons as of right now."
"As a matter of fact, why did he came in late?"
"How should I know? Something must've caught his mind."
"What could it be? Any ideas?"
"Not a clue, whatsoever."
"You don't really think that this had to do with Fortress Maximus, is it?"
"I'm not certain. But, I sure hope it's not."
"If it is, then this could lead to some strategies towards the Decepticons. But, when I was catching up, I saw him on the ground. He told me to move ahead and yet, here he is right now. Koji, do you feel any better, now?"
"I think so. Tell me, where did Kicker and everyone else went off to?"
"They're at the heart of Los Angeles as we speak. Come to think it, it's down at the harbor" Hauler answered.
"Good. Take me to them." Before he left, Jenny intervenes.
"Hold on! Now, why would you want to go out there, Koji? Did something happen to you back there?"
He answered. "Sort of. When I was on my way, my mind was acting so strange. Then, the next thing I knew, it slipped away."
"Sounds complicated. If that's the case, I'll let Hauler escort you" Dr. Jones requested.
"Wait! I'm coming with you" says T-Ai.
"That goes for me and Alexis too" added Misha.
"What for? So, you can let the Decepticons abduct you like from before?"
"No! We just want to see, if our theory about you controlling Fortress Maximus is true" Alexis replied.
"Alright, then; under the circumstances, I'll take that bet. Just try and stay close to each other. Transform!" Hauler changed into his vehicle mode and opened both doors for Koji and company to get inside. "Let's get moving!"
By taking the advice, Koji, Misha, T-Ai and Alexis sat inside Hauler's seats and proceed to go through the Space Bridge by locating Kicker and the Autobots.
Back at the harbor, the physical battle between the Autobots and the Decepticons rages on. The Autobot brothers Quickstrike and Skid-Z are having their ways with Bruticus, Sunstorm, Dreadwind, Bludgeon and Wind Sheer. Whereas Rodimus, Magnus and Optimus; they've got their hands full with Cryotek and Galvatron. As for Kicker and Rad, they're getting mauled by a tougher, meaner and much stronger, Ga'Mede than their previous battle.
Later on, the Space Bridge opened and out came Hauler with some passengers inside as they got out of their seats, before he transformed. "Hauler, Transform! Go find some shelter, ladies. Koji and I will take care of those Decepti-chumps! Let's go!"
"You go it! Koji, Trans-" Just as he was about to get into his crimson emerald green form, his mind snaps again with the same vibration from before as he sank to his knees and his eyes are filled with fear. "That…same…sound! Not again!"
"Hey, man! What's the problem?"
"Leave me alone, Hauler!" Koji screamed in pain, before he warns him. "Just help Optimus already, will you?"
"S-Sure." He leaves him be and heads to where Optimus and his comrades are; getting pummelled by the combined efforts of Cryotek and Galvatron until he shoots them with his trusty weapon as they both stumble back from the impact they received.
"Huh? Good timing, Hauler! Magnus, it's time!"
"Say no more, Optimus!"
"Combine into Omega Prime!" they said in unison.
In no time at all, Rodimus and Omega Prime were able to turn the tables on Galvatron and Cryotek with some assistance from Hauler and he also joins in.
Meanwhile, Misha, Alexis and T-Ai are trying to comfort Koji in any way they can.
"Come on, Koji. Say something!"
"What's the matter with you? You're acting odd."
"Please, Koji. Can you hear me?" Unfortunately, he didn't respond to her plea. "This is hopeless. He's lost his mind. What can we do?"
"Nothing, you little wench!" says a new voice.
Suddenly, two mysterious figures jumped in from out-of-nowhere and snatch her, Misha and Alexis at the same time as they all yell in panic.
"Omega Prime, look!" informed Rodimus.
"What? Oh, no! Magnificus! Ruination! Let them go at once!"
"Forget it, omega-douche bag!"
"And, that goes double for us!"
During the heated confrontation between those two, Koji turned his head to see T-Ai and the other girls. They're being held captive at the hands of the two Decepticons that ambushed them from behind, while they were trying to help him out. Then, he turns to see everyone else getting completely hammered. Filled with anger and sheer irony, he picks himself up, draws his armor transformation from within himself and in an instant, he screams with determination. Suddenly, the Autobot insignia appears on his forehead. "Access granted! Activating battle stations! Fortress Maximus, online!"
"What in the world?" says a shocked Galvatron.
As if things had become even more surprising, the entire city was beginning to rumble with a very loud vibration. When both factions looked up, they couldn't believe their optic sensors. Descending down from the sky above was a gigantic Autobot that came from Planet Cybertron and arrived at this very location by making a big but soft landing in the deep blue water. Therefore, causing a huge wave of water to splash down on everyone.
Afterwards, he leaps high into the air and transforms before heading into the cockpit of a legendary Autobot. "Koji, Transform!" After getting inside, he becomes the pilot of the Autobot that's now become a glimmer of hope against the Decepticons.
"In the name of Alpha Trion, that's…" But with Rodimus being totally speechless, he let Omega Prime to finish his sentence.
"Fortress Maximus…"
With Koji as the active pilot of Fortress Maximus, the tide of battle has turned in the Autobot's favour.
To Be Continued…
End of Chapter 9