The Grim Dark Archives
Welcome to the Grim Dark Archives! My newest series that focuses on world building and rewriting TFP into something that appeases my world building desires. I've been sitting on this idea for a while and decided to finally get it out there. If it actually goes somewhere, fantastic. If not, then so be it.
I've always had a bit of an issue with how Cybertronians are portrayed in media. They are aliens, and while they are indeed very good at blending in, they are not us, they are something... other. Thus to satisfy my desire for some more in depth and darker lore, I have created this series which will follow the statements of [Redacted] speaking on the matter of Cybertronian culture and behavior after the Autobots arrive to earth.
This series is set in TFP and will loosely follow the main story line. However a majority of the focus will be one these statements from [Redacted] as they discuss how Cybertronians work and make it abundantly clear that while they play at being humanoid well, they most certainly are not anywhere near humanity in mentality. There will be additional commentary from military personnel as [Redacted] reveals more and more of the darker truth regarding Cybertronians and their nature.
I will continue to answer requests and work on other things, but this series will also be running in the background for a while if all goes well. So if you are interested in seeing a darker rendition of Cybertron and its people, I think you might like what I have to offer here.
Now for a small taste of what is to come, I offer this:
Transcript #001
[Recording taken May 15th 2004 in response to transmission from unknown source. This transcript was originally digitized, however to keep all information secure from the Autobots and their foes, it has been transferred and re-recorded on tape.
[Redacted] made their presence known suddenly during a storm that ensured the Autobots were sequestered away in their new base of operations. They communicated with us through the use of a private channel and immediately requested everything said be kept away from any and all alien life forms on the surface.
This request was adhered to and [Redacted]'s message was recorded for future review.
Transcript begins.]
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[Secure channel #0289] [New message received] [Unknown source] [Redirecting to moderator] [Moderator 'Agent Witwicky' connected]
[Redacted]: Can you hear me? Agent Witwicky: Who are you and how have you accessed this channel? It is reserved for military personnel. [Redacted]: I will explain momentarily, but please, is this channel secure? Can they hear us? Agent Witwicky: Yes, this channel is secure. I do not know who you are talking about, however I will once again ask who you are and how you accessed this channel. It is not for civilian use. [Redacted]: It does not matter how I accessed this channel. I need to speak with your leaders immeditely. Agent Witwicky: I can't give you anything before you tell me who you are. [Redacted]: I am [Redacted], a former [Redacted: Classified data] and [Redacted: Classified data]. My kin have landed on your world have they not? I know you house the Prime and his ilk. Agent Witwicky: That is very sensitive data... what do you want? [Redacted]: I want to warn you and keep you safe from both the Autobots and Decepticons. You don't know what you are dealing with. [Redacted]: If you think they are kind, you are sorely mistaken. The Autobots do not mean you harm for now. But once they are done with their war, the victor will come for you and your people next. Agent Witwicky: Those are bold claims. [Redacted]: And yet they ring true. My kin are not like me or you, they see you as useful for now. However the moment your use ends or you become more than an interesting pass time... you will be roped into their games. Agent Witwicky: ... I am an agent of [Redacted: Classified data]. Meet with me and my organization at [Redacted: Classified data] and we can discuss this further. [Redacted]: Only if the Autobots remain unaware. They cannot know I am here, they will do unspeakable things to me if they know of what I speak. Agent Witwicky: Your safety will be assured. The Autobots will not be made aware of your presence. [Redacted]: Then... very well. I will speak with your people. But know I do this only to warn you, I have no ulterior motives... I just don't want to watch another innocent world be destroyed in the battles of my people. Agent Witwicky: I understand. We will meet you at 21:00 at the previously listed coordinates to discuss this further. [Redacted]: Primus spare us...
[Message stream ended] [Channel closed]
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[Transcript ends.
[Redacted]'s discussions with us at the meeting point were not recorded for security reasons. However [Redacted] has since agreed to speak to us and give us further data on the Autobots in exchange for safety and enough energon to survive on.
[Redacted] appeared genuinely terrified of possibly being discovered by the Autobots. This has been noted and since led us to believe that [Redacted] may perhaps be a draft dodger or some sort of outlaw. They have said little in regard to the specifics of their position.
Let us hope that what [Redacted] has to say does not confirm that we signed our own death certificate by letting these aliens seek refuge on our world... not that we could have really stopped them anyway.
Agent Witwicky signing off.
Recording end.]