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TheTransformersfranchise has feature many characters , and all the type of Transformers automaton in the universe continue iconic . Paramount plunge its live - actionTransformersmovie dealership in 2007 with Michael Bay directing the film . The motion picture acquire its fourth dimension introduce audiences to the thought of transforming robots by focusing on its human character first . However , once the Transformers quality base on Hasbro ’s pop toys showed up , the franchise continued to expand the mythology associated with the aliens .

For as much aid as Optimus Prime and Bumblebee receive inthe manyTransformersmovies , they are only two characters who are part of a exclusive faction of Transformers . The motion-picture show have introduced several unlike group as the sequel have been liberate . Transformers : upgrade of the Beastseven plays a monolithic role in expanding the reach of the Transformers by introducing new type of robot that each have specific histories . These are all seven Transformers typesfeatured in theTransformersmovie enfranchisement so far .

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Autobots

The Main Heroes Of The Transformers Movies

Autobots are the main types ofTransformersrobots featured in the moving picture . They were created by the Creators and originally called Cybertron their home base before the Cybertronian War began . This top the heroic cabal to take flight Cybertron and settle on Earth as their new home . They are govern by the seven Primes , which include characters featured in theTransformersmovies , like Prima and Megatronus Prime . The Autobots have been at the forefrontof everyTransformersmovie , as they have repeatedly protect Earth from various threats .

Optimus Prime and Bumblebee are the prominent appendage of the Autobots in the flick dealership , appearing in every ingress so far .

Optimus Prime and Bumblebee are the prominent member of the Autobots in the movie franchise , appearing in every ledger entry so far . Autobots appearing in the firstTransformersinclude Jazz , Ratchet , and Ironhide , whileTransformers : retaliation of the Fallenbrought in Sideswipe , Jolt , Arcee , and more . Transformers : Dark of the Moonadded Autobots like the Wreckers : Roadbuster , Topspin , and Leadfoot .

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transformer : Age of Extinctionalso fetch Hound , Drift , and Crosshairs , whileTransformers : The Last Knightincluded the likes of Cogman , Hot Rod , and more . Bumblebeebrought back several Autobots and sum Brawn to the intermixture , whileTransformers : Rise of the Beastsincludes Mirage .

Decepticons

The Main Villains Of Michael Bay’s Transformers Movies

The other main types of transformer robots are Decepticons . The villain share the same source as the Autobots , although the junto rises for the Cybertronian War to try and add down the heroes . They were plant by Megatronus Prime , who became known asThe Fallen once he became opposed to the Autobots ' mission . The Fallen disagree with the other Primes who vowed not to harvest Energon from Sun that had inhabited planet . Once The Fallen became lost , Megatron became leader and led them in the Cybertronian War .

Megatron is the biggest recurring menace to the Autobots , as he come out in all five of Michael Bay ’s flick

Asthe primary villains of theTransformersmovie enfranchisement , Decepticons have been featured repeatedly . Megatron is the biggest recurring menace to the Autobots , as he appeared in all five of Michael Bay ’s picture , include going byGalvatron inTransformers : Age of Extinction . The firstTransformersfilm include notable Decepticons like Starscream , Blackout , Brawl , Bonecrusher , and Barricade .

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transformer : Revenge of the Fallenintroduced Grindor , Shockwave , and Sideways , whileTransformers : Dark of the Moonincluded Laserbeak , Shockwave , and Sentinel Prime , who defected from the Autobots . Other notable Decepticons in theTransformersmovies include Stinger , Onslaught , Shatter , and Dropkick .

Constructicons

Decepticons Who Created the Devastator

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There is also a sub - eccentric of Decepticons in theTransformersmovies known as Constructicons . Featured inTransformers : Revenge of the Fallen , the Constructicons are Decepticons whose fomite shape is some type of construction vehicle . These types of transformer robots sport many who were combiners , allow a appeal of the Constructicons to produce Devastator . There are also known Constructicons like Demolisher and Rampage who did not commingle to produce the behemoth Transformer .

There were ab initio 6 Constructicons in theTransformerscanon .

There were ab initio 6 Constructicons in theTransformerscanon : Scrapper , Bonecrusher , Scavenger , Mixmaster , Hook , and Long Haul . They were highly popular even among the already popularTransformerstoy reach , since they combine into the Devastator . next iteration added more Constructicons beyond the initial 6 , such as Gravedigger and Scoop . They also were n’t all Decepticons either . Some , such as Hauler and Erector , swop side and became Autobots .

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Transformers : Rise of the Beasts arrived in 2023 , and that set the table for several more movies in the franchise that will arrive down the line .

Dinobots

The Autobot’s Dinosaur Allies

Another eccentric of transformer in the movie franchise is known as Dinobots . They are a sub - grouping of the Autobot faction , although they traditionally have acomplicated relationship with Optimus Prime ’s group . The Dinobots debuted in theTransformersfilms inTransformers : Age of Extinctionand returned for the sequel . Grimlock , the Tyrannosaurus Rex - shaped Transformer , is the leader of the Dinobots . He has been featured alongside Slug , Strafe , and Scorn . There are also Mini Dinobots in theTransformersmovie franchise , which is how Mini Grimlock , Mini Slug , and Mini Strafe joinedTransformers : The Last Knight .

They were first introduced in 1985 in theTransformerscartoon episodes " Dinobot Island " part 1 and 2 , and were an insistent hit among the fanbase .

As their name suggests , all Dinobots transform into some kind of dinosaur . They were first introduced in 1985 in theTransformerscartoon episode " Dinobot Island " part 1 and 2 , and were an instant hitting among the fanbase . There was also a choose - your - own adventure book found exclusively on the Dinobots released the same year , style Dinobot War .

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Maximals

Upgraded Autobots That Turn Into Animal Forms

Transformers : Rise of the Beastsintroduces the Maximals . In the usualTransformerslore , Maximals are another faction that evolved from the Autobots . They are posterity of the Autobots and came to be stick with the third Cybertronian War when allAutobots took part in the Great Upgrade to become Maximals . This Transformer character has upgraded abilities , allowing them to change into animal forms with contrived organic skin . They are the main protagonists in theBeast Warsstoryline , as the heroic outgrowth of Autobots .

Introducing the Maximals inTransformers : Rise of the Beastsbrought a few of the group ’s biggest member into the franchise .

Introducing the Maximals inTransformers : Rise of the Beastsbrought a few of the group ’s biggest members into the franchise . This include the Maximal loss leader Optimus Primal , whose savage fashion resemble a Gorilla gorilla . Thenew Transformers group inTransformers : Rise of the Beastsalso wreak recon and surveillance specialist Airazor ( bird beast modality ) , tech expert Cheetor ( cheetah wolf musical mode ) , and Rhinox ( rhino fauna mode ) .

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Terrorcons

Upgraded Versions Of Decepticons

Another raw Transformer typesTransformers : Rise of the Beastsintroduces to the bouncy - branch cinematic arm of the enfranchisement are Terrorcons . They are descendants of Decepticonsand a notoriously evil faction of Transformers . The inception of Terrorcons evolved and changed over time . They began by being constructed from dead Transformers using Dark Energon . They are zombielike versions of Transformers who can survive death thanks to an Anti - Spark . They have also been portrayed as combiners that form Abominus .

Scourge is the Terrorcon leader and his mission is to open a portal to take Unicron to Earth .

There are threeTerrorcons premise inRise of the Beasts . Scourge is the Terrorcon leader and his mission is to afford a portal site to bring Unicron to Earth . He also bring in his minions in Nightbird , as his right hand and as a giant female ninja robot , and Battletrap into the story . Unicron also adds a legion of drones who help join military unit with the Terrorcons .

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With a unexampled Transformers era beginning with Bumblebee , there ’s batch to criticize about the Michael Bay movies , but there ’s also plenty to like .

Predacons

Only Played A Minor Role In Rise Of The Beasts

The Predacons are another Transformer type boast in the movie afterTransformers : ascent of the beast . They are also descendants of the Decepticons and are traditionally the main villains of theBeast Warsera . Predacons are evil Transformers with brute modal value , making them the nefarious counterpart to the Maximals , and traditionally take on reptilian , amphibious aircraft , or spineless forms . transformer : climb of the Beastsonly stick in Scorponok as the principal Predacon in theTransformersmovie .

Predacons were introduce into theTransformerscanon in 1986,though during the first generation they were a group of 5 who conflate into a single massiveTransformer — Predaking . It was n’t untilBeast Warsthat the Predacons became a sect in their own right . They were posterity of the Decepticons , and were rule over by Megatron ( not to be confuse with the Megatron of the mainlineTransformerstimeline ) .

Transformers Types Yet To Debut In The Movies

The Cinematic Franchise Still Has More Types Of Transformers To Include

While theTransformersmovies have featured many of the various type of Transformer in the wider canon , there are still several it can admit . One of the most prominent of these are the Mini - Cons . While there have been various pocket-size transformer in the movies , none were labelled as Mini - Cons , and they were miss a key ability of them — to transform into unique weapons or gadgets that increase the king of a normal Autobot ( or Decepticon ) . The Mini - Cons were initially a villain sect , though they have since become more neutral have been potrayed as both antagonists or booster depending on the looping .

When the next live - actionTransformersmovie arrives , there are passel of Modern Transformer character that could make their debut .

Another character of Transformerthe Transformersmovies have yet to use are Junkions . Junkions are comparatively unique as they do n’t come from Cybertron at all , but from the flake alloy satellite also called Junkion . As the name suggests , Junkions are all made from codswallop and recycled component , giving them an incredibly unique aesthetic . In the lore of the existence they ’re both super elusive equate to regularTransformers , and able to repair themselves much more well .

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Here ’s a complete account of the timeline within the live - action Transformers movies and the best order to ascertain the films in chronological order .

There are also several minor camarilla and Transformer types . Sharkticons , for example , are a smattering ofTransformersthat transform into shark . There are also Titans — vast Transformers that are able to transmute into whole cities or starships . When the next live - actionTransformersmovie get in , there are lot of young Transformer types that could make their introduction .

transformer is a multimedia franchise lie of moving picture , video show , television game , and funnies .   The enfranchisement centers on a race of humanoid robot called the autobots who must protect Earth from the Decepticons . Some of the most pop characters include Megatron , Optimus Prime , and Bumblebee . In 2007 , the first live - military action movie in the franchise was expel starring Shia Labeouf .

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Transformers is a multimedia franchise consisting of movies, TV Shows, video games, and comics. The franchise centers on a race of humanoid robots called the autobots who must protect Earth from the Decepticons. Some of the most popular characters include Megatron, Optimus Prime, and Bumblebee. In 2007, the first live-action movie in the franchise was released starring Shia Labeouf.

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