Transformers (toy line) facts for kids

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Transformers are amazing robots that can change their shape! Most of the time, they transform into vehicles like cars, jets, trucks, or even animals. They are famous from toys, TV shows, movies, and comic books.

What are Transformers?

Transformers are living robots from a faraway planet called Cybertron. They are made of metal and have special abilities to change their bodies. This lets them hide among humans or use different forms for fighting.

How it All Began

The world of Transformers started in 1984 as a popular toy line. These toys were unique because they could change from a robot to a vehicle and back again. Because the toys were so popular, creators decided to make more stories about them.

• Animated TV Shows: Soon after the toys, an animated TV series was made. This show introduced many of the characters and stories we know today.
• Comic Books: Comic books also came out, telling even more adventures of the transforming robots.
• Movies: In 1986, the first Transformers movie was released. Later, new live-action movies brought Transformers to a wider audience.
• New Series: Over the years, many new TV shows and toy lines have been created. For example, in 2002, a new story called Transformers Armada began. This was followed by other shows like Energon and Cybertron, each adding new characters and adventures to the Transformers universe.

Who are the Autobots and Decepticons?

The main story of Transformers is usually about a big fight between two groups of robots:

• The Autobots: These are the heroes. They believe in freedom and protecting all life. They often try to stop the Decepticons from causing harm. The brave leader of the Autobots is usually Optimus Prime. He is known for his strong sense of justice and powerful truck form.
• The Decepticons: These are the villains. They want to take over Cybertron and sometimes even other planets, like Earth. They are often led by the powerful and cunning Megatron. Megatron can transform into a jet or a tank, and he is always trying to defeat Optimus Prime and the Autobots.

Their never-ending battle often brings them to Earth, where they continue their fight, sometimes with the help of human friends.

Building the Transformers: The Ride attraction in Hollywood in 2010.