Beast Wars (Beasties in Canada) was a line of toys in the Transformers range, released by Hasbro in the late 1990s. The toys spawned a full-CG animated series set in the Transformers universe, produced by the Transformers Production Company. The series was made in the 1990s, and some have seen it as a sequel to the original Transformers cartoons of the 1980s, though others point to story elements originating in other versions of the Transformers story. The Dreamwave Generation 1 ongoing series seems to show evidence that ...

Including:

• Beast Wars - Pilot episode
• Beast Wars - Further adventures
• Beast Wars - Characters
• Beast Wars - Maximals
• Beast Wars - Predacons
• Beast Wars - Non-Aligned Characters
• Beast Wars - Generation 1 characters included
• Beast Wars - Sequel
• Beast Wars - DVD Release
• Beast Wars - Botcon Comic
• Beast Wars - Japanese treatment
• Beast Wars - Comic books
• Beast Wars - Cast Canada
• Beast Wars - Cast Japan
• Beast Wars - Trivia

Read more here: » Beast Wars: Encyclopedia - Beast Wars

See also:

Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Personality, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - The Golden Disc, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Wars, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Three, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Robot Masters, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Notable Megatron Quotes

Read more here: » Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines: Encyclopedia II - Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Wars

Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One. Upon arrival on prehistoric Earth with his small number of troops, and pursued by a small contingent of Maximals (with only Megatron aware of where and when they truly were), both sides adopted beast mode transformation, which would shield them from the high levels of Energon radiation that blanketed the planet. Megatron adopted the fearsome form of a tyrannosaurus rex, and immediately began his schemes for the future. The discovery of vast reserves of Energon ...

See also:

Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Personality, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - The Golden Disc, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Wars, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Three, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Transformers: Universe, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Robot Masters

Read more here: » Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines: Encyclopedia II - Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Wars

The name was first used in the Beast Wars Transformers series, for a Predacon introduced in the second season of the cartoon. Originally a Maximal protoform, Quickstrike's Statis Pod was badly damaged when landing on Earth. Both his and Silverbolt's DNA scanners malfunctioned (resulting in the creation of a scorpion/cobra hybrid as his beast mode) and his memory was lost. It was Quickstrike's aggressive urge to fight, combined with Megatron's coa ...

See also:

Quickstrike, Quickstrike - Beast Wars, Quickstrike - Beast Machines, Quickstrike - Transformers: Energon

Read more here: » Quickstrike: Encyclopedia II - Quickstrike - Beast Wars

Blackarachnia is a Transformer character from Beast Wars. During the Beast Wars series, she was originally a Maximal protoform, but her stasis pod was stolen by the Predacons and reprogrammed by Tarantulus as a Predacon spy and saboteur fitted with a Predacon shell program. Her beast form is a black widow spider. One of the first female Transformers to become a major character, Blackarachnia is beloved by fans for her ingenuity, take-charge attitude, and her ability to look after herself — something that previous femal ...

See also:

Blackarachnia, Blackarachnia - Beast Wars, Blackarachnia - Season 2, Blackarachnia - Season 3, Blackarachnia - Beast Machines, Blackarachnia - Transformers: Universe

Read more here: » Blackarachnia: Encyclopedia II - Blackarachnia - Beast Wars

There were two different characters named Silverbolt in the Beast Wars toy line. The first released was a Maximal who turned into an bald eagle. He was one of three characters who combined to form the giant robot Magnaboss. He never appeared on the US television series, although his Japanese counterpart, Skywarp, did appear in Japanese made episodes of Beast Wars II. Silverbolt would appear as part of Magnaboss in the pages of the Transformer ...

See also:

Silverbolt, Silverbolt - Generation One, Silverbolt - Generation Two, Silverbolt - Beast Wars, Silverbolt - Beast Machines, Silverbolt - Transformers: Universe, Silverbolt - Notes

Read more here: » Silverbolt: Encyclopedia II - Silverbolt - Beast Wars

Rhinox is probably one of the most under-appreciated characters in the entire Beast Wars series. He has a brilliant mind, a thirst for peace, and an astounding vigor and resolve to do whatever it takes to maintain that peace. He does whatever it is that is asked of him, even though the requests often made of him are impossible. For example, in the episode "Chain of Command", Optimus Primal becomes trapped in an alien device. Rhinox is then left with the task of, using only the available technology from their ship, constructing an instrument ...

See also:

Rhinox, Rhinox - Beast Wars, Rhinox - Beast Machines, Rhinox - Transformers: Armada, Rhinox - Transformers: Universe

Read more here: » Rhinox: Encyclopedia II - Rhinox - Beast Wars

Waspinator was a follower of the Predacon criminal Megatron II. Megatron II stole the Golden Disc from the Maximals. They were chased through transwarp space by the Maximal ship Axalon commanded by Optimus Primal. The Maximals and Predacons crashed on prehistoric Earth, where high energon levels threatened to destroy the crew unless they adopted organic alternate modes. Waspinator was given the form of a wasp (Beast Wars Part 1). Waspinator's weapons included a mi ...

See also:

Waspinator, Waspinator - Beast Wars, Waspinator - Beast Machines, Waspinator - Transformers: Universe, Waspinator - Voices, Waspinator - Toys

Read more here: » Waspinator: Encyclopedia II - Waspinator - Beast Wars

Cheetor is a speed freak and acts child-like. Everyone treats him like the rookie, which is appropriate, since he has been known to make brash decisions, like risking his life in an energon storm against Optimus' orders. Cheetor seems to have an affinity for Tigatron, as he is the only other with a feline beast mode, and Cheetor will often refer to him as "Big Cat". After being hit by a Quantum Wave in the beginning of Season 2, Cheetor becomes a Transmetal, with the additional power of flight. He has a crush on Blackarachnia, which angers Silverbolt. Cheetor became a Transmetal 2 after being kn ...

See also:

Cheetor, Cheetor - Beast Wars, Cheetor - Beast Machines, Cheetor - Transformers: Armada 2003, Cheetor - Transformers: Universe

Read more here: » Cheetor: Encyclopedia II - Cheetor - Beast Wars

Although 1990s Transformers series, Beast Wars, officially occurred in a universe/continuity that contained aspects of both of the G1 cartoon and Marvel comic, the show most commonly displayed its lineage with references to the animated series. To that end, Starscream's ghost made a brief but memorable appearance in the first season episode, "Possession". His spark wandered to prehistoric Earth and ended up in a computer. Taking control of Waspinator's body with Terrosaur watching, Starscream went about his standard backstabbin ...

See also:

Starscream, Starscream - G1 Starscream, Starscream - Animated Series, Starscream - Marvel Comics, Starscream - Dreamwave Comics, Starscream - Beast Wars, Starscream - Beast Wars II, Starscream - Transformers: Armada Micron Legend, Starscream - Transformers: Energon Superlink, Starscream - Dreamwave Comics, Starscream - Transformers: Cybertron Galaxy Force

Read more here: » Starscream: Encyclopedia II - Starscream - Beast Wars

Scorponok (Scorpos in Japan) was second-in-command of the Predacons, and Megatron's first right-hand man. To survive on the Energon-filled planet, he scanned a scorpion as his beast mode. In both modes, one of Scorponok's claws houses a small drone Transformer called the Cyber-bee. Scorponok had a strangely dichotomous personality, being presented as a scientist and inventor, but also often as quite stupid (at one time even speaking in grunting, clipped improper dialogue - "Megatron back, Megatron back!"). Particularly Terrorsa ...

See also:

Scorponok, Scorponok - G1 Scorponok, Scorponok - Animated Series, Scorponok - Marvel Comics, Scorponok - Beast Wars, Scorponok - Transformers: Energon, Scorponok - Dark Scorponok

Read more here: » Scorponok: Encyclopedia II - Scorponok - Beast Wars

By the era of the Pax Cybertronia, Ravage had been rebuilt into a Predacon. Ravage had a more humanoid panther form, was still able to transform into a cassette tape, and was able to talk. He was equipped with laser-targeting hand guns and a cloaking device. When the transwarp explosion that destroyed Optimus Primal's original body reached contemporary Cybertronian space, the Predacon Tripredicus Council detonated a satellite to divert the energy wave away from Cybertron in hopes it would not alert the Maximals to Megatron II's whereabouts. They sent R ...

See also:

Ravage Transformers, Ravage Transformers - US cartoon, Ravage Transformers - Beast Wars, Ravage Transformers - BW Metals Manga, Ravage Transformers - Transformers: Energon, Ravage Transformers - Binaltech/Alternators

Read more here: » Ravage Transformers: Encyclopedia II - Ravage Transformers - Beast Wars

The Beast Wars series, taking place in prehistoric Earth, references the Ark towards the end of the series. Megatron discovers it, and hijacks Teletraan I using encryption codes he found on a Golden Disk, left behind by the original Megatron. While his ancestors, the Decepticons, and those of the Maximals, the Autobots, slept in stasis lock, he fired his weapon upon the face of Optimus Prime, disrupting the time flow in the universe. The Maximals foiled his plan, by placing the spark of Prime within Primal, once again changing his bod ...

See also:

Ark Transformers, Ark Transformers - G1 cartoon, Ark Transformers - G1 Marvel comic, Ark Transformers - G2 Marvel comic, Ark Transformers - Beast Wars, Ark Transformers - The Ark II

Read more here: » Ark Transformers: Encyclopedia II - Ark Transformers - Beast Wars

Although the main Beast Wars toyline concluded in 1998, a small sub-line of "Mutant" figures were released under its banner in 2000 while the main line, Beast Machines continued on. Among these Mutants was the next character to bear the name of Soundwave. As a Mutant, this Soundwave transforms from bat to alligator, with no robot mode. In bat mode, his ultra-sensetive internal radar makes him ideal for stealthy aerial recon missions, while his alligator-mode jaws can fracture even the strongest known alloy, and his tail can gen ...

See also:

Soundwave Transformers, Soundwave Transformers - G1 Soundwave, Soundwave Transformers - Animated Series, Soundwave Transformers - Marvel Comics, Soundwave Transformers - Generation 2, Soundwave Transformers - Machine Wars, Soundwave Transformers - Beast Wars, Soundwave Transformers - Transformers: Cybertron, Soundwave Transformers - 2007 movie, Soundwave Transformers - Other appearances

Read more here: » Soundwave Transformers: Encyclopedia II - Soundwave Transformers - Beast Wars

It is important to note that Optimus Primal, leader of the Maximal faction in this animated series and toyline, was not Optimus Prime - he was a descendant of his, who took the name to honor the Autobot leader. The same applies to the Megatron of this universe. However, before the animated series began, Hasbro did actually envision Prime and Megatron as their beast counterparts, as this is mentioned in the first mini-comic that came packaged with the toys indicates. However, once th ...

See also:

Optimus Prime, Optimus Prime - G1 Optimus Prime, Optimus Prime - Animated series, Optimus Prime - Marvel Comics, Optimus Prime - Dreamwave Comics, Optimus Prime - Machine Wars, Optimus Prime - Beast Wars, Optimus Prime - Robots in Disguise Car Robots, Optimus Prime - Modern Universe, Optimus Prime - Transformers: Armada Micron Legend, Optimus Prime - Transformers: Energon Superlink, Optimus Prime - Transformers: Cybertron Galaxy Force, Optimus Prime - Dreamwave Comics

Read more here: » Optimus Prime: Encyclopedia II - Optimus Prime - Beast Wars

Beast Wars - Maximals. They were based in the spaceship Axalon. Optimus Primal: Supreme Commander of the Maximals whose beast-form is a silver-back gorilla, without a silver back. Also, the face is more cartoonish, and less oblong. Optimus is a sensitive leader with much concern for his friends and comrades. In addition, he is also imperfect (sometimes making flawed judgements, a trait that sets him apart from other Autobot leaders) and prone to losing his temper under pressure. He uses ...

See also:

Beast Wars, Beast Wars - Pilot episode, Beast Wars - Further adventures, Beast Wars - Characters, Beast Wars - Maximals, Beast Wars - Predacons, Beast Wars - Non-Aligned Characters, Beast Wars - Generation 1 characters included, Beast Wars - Sequel, Beast Wars - DVD Release, Beast Wars - Botcon Comic, Beast Wars - Japanese treatment, Beast Wars - Comic books, Beast Wars - Cast Canada, Beast Wars - Cast Japan, Beast Wars - Trivia

Read more here: » Beast Wars: Encyclopedia II - Beast Wars - Characters

In the fictional Transfomers Universe, the Autobot Matrix of Leadership (or Creation Matrix) is a talisman of legend, passed down from Autobot leader to Autobot leader. It comprises an oval-shaped container, holding a glowing crystal. To open the Matrix is to release an unpredictable wave of power from this crystal. In some continuities, the Matrix itself seems to have an intelligence of its own, able to determine when and how it will be used. It cannot be opened or wielded in any way by someone without a Matrix affinity. The M ...

Including:

• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Animated Series
• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Marvel Comics
• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Beast Wars & Beast Machines
• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Known holders of the matrix
• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Cartoon
• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Comics
• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Lesser Matrices
• Autobot Matrix of Leadership - Matrix toys

Read more here: » Autobot Matrix of Leadership: Encyclopedia - Autobot Matrix of Leadership

Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One. When the Maximals emerged from the timestream at their intended point in time, they found the planet under Megatron's control, and were immediately devolved to their original beast modes by the virus. The Vehicons captured Rhinox and Silverbolt, while Primal, Cheetor, Blackarachnia and Rattrap were able to escape, and were reformatted by the legendary Oracle computer (in actuality, a shell program surrounding Vector Sigma). With his technological purity shatter ...

See also:

Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Personality, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - The Golden Disc, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Wars, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Three, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Robot Masters, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Notable Megatron Quotes

Read more here: » Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines: Encyclopedia II - Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Machines

When the Maximals emerged from the timestream at their intended point in time, they found the planet under Megatron's control, and were immediately devolved to their original beast modes by the virus. The Vehicons captured Rhinox and Silverbolt, while Primal, Cheetor, Blackarachnia and Rattrap were able to escape, and were reformatted by the legendary Oracle computer (in actuality, a shell program surrounding Vector Sigma). With his technological purity shattered by the arrival of the techno-organic Maximals and the revelation that Cybertron ...

See also:

Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Personality, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - The Golden Disc, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Wars, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Three, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Transformers: Universe, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Robot Masters

Read more here: » Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines: Encyclopedia II - Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Machines

In contrast to his Generation One namesake, the Megatron of the Beast Wars and Beast Machines era is a cool-headed schemer - a machiavellian plotter, and a master in psychological warfare, yet also a skilled battlefield commander. Honor - "the H-word" - is a disgusting concept to Megatron; he manipulates, lies and bribes to get his way, and is often given to fits of ego, patting himself on the back for accomplishments or making a smooth quote. He often uses his overconfidence and presence as ...

See also:

Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Personality, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - The Golden Disc, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Wars, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Three, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Beast Machines, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season One, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Season Two, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Transformers: Universe, Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Robot Masters

Read more here: » Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines: Encyclopedia II - Megatron Beast Wars and Beast Machines - Personality