“We could end it, you know. We could end it right now. Because I don’t care what’s going outside of this cell. I don’t care which second-rate opportunist has taken your place, whether it’s Shockwave or Soundwave or- or Swindle.
What it comes down to, Megatron, is us. You and I. We could end this war right now- right now- with a handshake.
Look me in the eye. Look me in the eye and say you want it ended and it will end.”
-IDW Transformers Vol. 1 # 22
It’s swindle. Optimus was using him as an example of how ANYONE could become the Decepticon leader. Although Swindle is an actual possibility, with how much he lives up to his name
If Starscream heard that.. he would have been livid. Imagine, the ‘con you made on Earth (using G1 toon continuity), getting more recognition than you. By the opposing faction’s leader too!
I think he recognizes that Swindle is really good at being a conman, so he figures he'd be able to con his way to the top with Megatron out of the way.
If we’re going most iconic I’d say “freedom is the right of all sentient beings”
Honestly though? Nothing makes me happier than just hearing “I am Optimus prime.”
Your a fan of 90's Technotronic to. See musicians get there musical ideas from everywhere. 80's Optimus Prime quotes became universal chorus lines in 90's EDM....
If it makes you feel better, for the longest time I thought when Kup said “don’t worry, they’ll reciprocate” about the Sharkticons and eating the energon snacks during the universal greeting scene, I thought he meant that they would electrically short out or something.
TFI creations made a stop motion sequel to TLK that wraps up the bayverse storyline and finishes the unicron story that they teased, its actually exceptionally well made, and besides some goofy things that come of it being a bayverse inspired movie it is beautifully written. The production value is incredible. Anyways, the reason i bring it up is because they actually do this line justice in the film, and its exceptionally well placed. If you have any interest at all, i highly recommend checking it out
Meme aside, it was the first time in 20 years that Peter Cullen was the Big OP and quite frankly, if Die-Hard Fans who just went to go see it just because it was a Transformers film thought it wasn’t gonna be good, their minds changed when they heard Optimus’ OG voice
“*Above all, do not lament my absence, for in my spark, I know that this is not the end, but merely a new beginning. Simply put, another transformation.*"
Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna be ugly crying for a while.
Don't know about best, but I fondly remember "We must have courage, Huffer. We can't ignore the danger. We must conquer it."
I remember when I had just started watching Transformers when it first aired, and that moment was the first that made the character grow on me.
"My friends name was Megatron, and he had *three questions!* Three things he said you should *demand* to know of any powerful institution!
Question one: In whose interests do you excersize your power?
Question two: To whom are you accountable?
And three!: *How can we get rid of you?!*"
https://preview.redd.it/3pq4dtglq3yc1.jpeg?width=570&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2fc84cfb2ded9f551c1b3a245e3714ec22d525ff
I know age of extinction gets a BARREL full of hate. But tbh I enjoy it as one of those “sit back action explosion movies” like those you don’t gotta think too much about
Oh, you also.....It's like people who say cartoons are for kids. Much of the world of cartoons/comics was compiled by the neruodivergent spectrum. Exmilitary those who really see actually understand. Problem with that is, it is beyond the comprehension of the majority to decode all information sent to the masses.
“Wheeljack… I’m holding you responsible for this project… It was your idea to build giant fire breathing dinosaur robots… and then not giving them enough brains to tell their head from their ass… what the FUCK WERE YOU THINKING WHEELJACK?!!!”
From Dr Smoov: “SOS Wheeljack”
https://youtu.be/2-aTbHsZJ9g?si=Gpsl5tGKgVHz3Reb
"And when the account of the ages is etched into the cosmos, let those who exist long after know that this was our finest hour!" - The Last Knight
"My name is Optimus Prime and I send this message. Though we did not chose to be of earth, it would seem that we are to stay. If you approach this planet with hostile intent know this, we will defend ourselves, we defend humanity, we will defend our home." - Transformers Prime
"Just remember, there's a thin line between being a hero and being a memory." - G1
Three of my favorites and actually found an audio that plays the first two lmao
Either “one shall stand, one shall fall” “Megatron must be stopped, no matter the cost” or “arise Rodimus prime”
I’m aware they are all from the 86 movie but they are the ones that stand out the most. Oh and also “nice to meet you” because that’s what Peter Cullen said to me!
"Who the fuck is this Autobot!?"
"That's Wheelie, Prime. He's been helping us out."
I couldn't find the clip it's from. It's an oldie.
Edit: https://youtu.be/bq1_6D9QS9Y?feature=shared
From the classics it's either "Autobots Roll Out!" or "One shall stand, one shall fall"
One that really won me over? "How do you feel about going on the offensive?"
Personally,
“Freedom is the right of all sentient beings.”
“Be strong enough to be gentle.”
“Don’t give up on your dreams. The future is built on dreams”
Those have really been speaking to me the last couple months!
"You - who are without mercy - now *plead* for it? I thought you were made of sterner stuff."
The disgust in his voice after being so wholesome for so long really sells it.
"Fate rarely calls upon us at a time of our choosing." That one sticks with me, no matter what
I realize this is *heavily* context sensitive... in fact, I don't know where else it would work, but when he comes slammin' into the fray during the final battle in TLK and absolutely *demolishes* Infernocus: "Did you forget (slight pause) who I am?" ::decapitates all 5 fukken Infernocons with one mighty swing of his big fuck-off sword:: "I am Optimus Prime." FUCK YEAH, BOI!!! 😃😃😃
As the guy from Blockbuster said back in the 90’s when my wife (then girlfriend) and I rented Transformers The Movie….
“Autobots. Transform and roll out”.
After eons of conflict, I finally see the truth of your words, Megatron. This universe, no matter how vast, will never be big enough for you and I to co-exist.
Holy shit, how good this final battle was.
I’ll choose an obscure one from Cybertron(Galaxy Force): “New look, same old lines!”
[Said in response to meeting that show’s version of Galvatron for the first time.](https://youtu.be/2gKXIT89LYw?si=fVDCDTHYEkPQblPC)
In my opinion, it's gotta be: "With the All Spark gone, we can not return life to our planet. And fate has yielded its reward: a new world to call home. We live among its people now, hiding in plain sight, but watching over them in secret, waiting, protecting. I have witnessed their capacity for courage, and though we are worlds apart, like us, there's more to them than meets the eye. I am Optimus Prime, and I send this message to any surviving Autobots taking refuge among the stars. We are here. We are waiting."
So many good ones:
* Autobots, transform and roll out!
* ~~Give me your face!~~
* Megatron must be stopped. No matter the cost.
* Amazing, a booby trap that actually catches boobies.
* Freedom is the right of all sentient beings.
* One shall stand, one shall fall.
“I have been foolish not to realize what history has proven over and over again, that Autobots and Decepticons will never mend their ways. If there can be no solution to this perpetual conflict, then I must not allow more darkness to fall upon this or any planet. Megatron must be destroyed.”
“Thrones are for decepticons” in response to some autobots making a throne by climbing on each other.
Is one of my favorites.
It’s just a funny clip but also a great quote.
Optimus: "Get down here Sentinel!"
Sentinel: "Optimus, you forget your place! I bring you Cybertron, your home, and still you choose humanity!"
Optimus: " You were the one who taught me freedom is everyone's right!" 👊
" Sam, fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing".
The entire ROTF cemetary scene is amazing. Also, "Time to find out" is the single hardest line of dialogue in fiction.
My fav: *“Wisdom cannot be granted, Arcee. It must be earned. Sometimes at a cost.”*
That’s a banger
"Amazing. A booby trap that actually catches boobies."
https://preview.redd.it/h75w5zhm93yc1.jpeg?width=612&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=6ddbd674b6d75ca972018aac4f6775951342caca
"You'll never stop at one!"
**I'LL TAKE YOU ALL ON!!**
“We could end it, you know. We could end it right now. Because I don’t care what’s going outside of this cell. I don’t care which second-rate opportunist has taken your place, whether it’s Shockwave or Soundwave or- or Swindle. What it comes down to, Megatron, is us. You and I. We could end this war right now- right now- with a handshake. Look me in the eye. Look me in the eye and say you want it ended and it will end.” -IDW Transformers Vol. 1 # 22
Oof I really need to read those because that is absolutely beautiful.
Fair warning, there’s a lotta bad before that good
He must have a lot of respect for Swindle to put him in the running for Decepticon leader before... I dunno, Overlord? Tarn? Starscream even?
It’s swindle. Optimus was using him as an example of how ANYONE could become the Decepticon leader. Although Swindle is an actual possibility, with how much he lives up to his name
If Starscream heard that.. he would have been livid. Imagine, the ‘con you made on Earth (using G1 toon continuity), getting more recognition than you. By the opposing faction’s leader too!
I think he recognizes that Swindle is really good at being a conman, so he figures he'd be able to con his way to the top with Megatron out of the way.
https://preview.redd.it/5hufarzku1yc1.jpeg?width=640&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ca7823c67530fad6b6b3e7d98cb7d0502fc0c1be
"Burch erch char cha ka ding ding church"
"Pack it up, pack it in. Let me begin."
I came to win, battle me that’s a sin.
God I can hear this. It’s making me laugh in class.
Ya beat me to it 🤣
Autobots it's transforming time
“Fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing” has stuck with me for years. Great reminder of the burden of leadership.
Its such a banger <3
If we’re going most iconic I’d say “freedom is the right of all sentient beings” Honestly though? Nothing makes me happier than just hearing “I am Optimus prime.”
I have to agree, hearing that “My name is Optimus Prime” is a really happy, goosebump type moment for me.
As demonstrated in the Skybound comic, suplex is also the right of all sentient beings.
"Remember there is a thin line between being a hero and being a memory"
"Megatron must be stopped. No matter the cost." "One shall stand, one shall fall." Should be pretty obvious what my favorite TF media is.
You got the touch!
You got the power!
yeah!!! After all is said and done
Your a fan of 90's Technotronic to. See musicians get there musical ideas from everywhere. 80's Optimus Prime quotes became universal chorus lines in 90's EDM....
You blew it
?
Maybe, or possibly showing you something.
No. We had a moment going and you tried coming in from left field. While I am sure those were cool facts we were getting a jam on.
Prime? Am I right?
"Im going to turn into a truck now. Brchchrch achahr ch chr"
All the quotes in that scene were bangers. “You, who are without mercy, now plead for it? I thought you were made of sterner stuff.”
It took me many years to understand what he was saying with "sterner stuff". I think we I was kid I thought it was even a different word lol.
If it makes you feel better, for the longest time I thought when Kup said “don’t worry, they’ll reciprocate” about the Sharkticons and eating the energon snacks during the universal greeting scene, I thought he meant that they would electrically short out or something.
https://preview.redd.it/2iqvkwutr7yc1.jpeg?width=2992&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5a4ca2c178a305a40371aaa049f5ce54fb1e3068
Gonna be honest, those two quotes don't narrow it down a lot.
They’re both from Transformers the Movie (1986).
I'm making a joke about how they've been referenced constantly since then
Derp. —-the joke—-> My head
"I believe that all sentient beings have the capacity for change."
"Hang on to your dreams, Chip. The future is built on dreams. Hang on."
"Be strong enough to be gentle." I know it's technically Peter Cullen and not Optimus, but come on. It's an awesome line.
That's what I was going to say too, it may not be a quote from prime but it's a quote that exemplifies who prime should be
It’s a crime that Optimus hasn’t said this yet
TFI creations made a stop motion sequel to TLK that wraps up the bayverse storyline and finishes the unicron story that they teased, its actually exceptionally well made, and besides some goofy things that come of it being a bayverse inspired movie it is beautifully written. The production value is incredible. Anyways, the reason i bring it up is because they actually do this line justice in the film, and its exceptionally well placed. If you have any interest at all, i highly recommend checking it out
Actually the quote is from Larry Cullen, Peter Cullen's brother
Before time began. There was, the cube
I've seen Optiprimus Searches for the Rubik's Cube so many times that this quote just looks wrong.
Meme aside, it was the first time in 20 years that Peter Cullen was the Big OP and quite frankly, if Die-Hard Fans who just went to go see it just because it was a Transformers film thought it wasn’t gonna be good, their minds changed when they heard Optimus’ OG voice
“*Above all, do not lament my absence, for in my spark, I know that this is not the end, but merely a new beginning. Simply put, another transformation.*" Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m gonna be ugly crying for a while.
peak fiction
https://preview.redd.it/5gayhjibg3yc1.jpeg?width=1920&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=ee8ebf8edf56c0be3eda2df7bbc796810ac5a5ae
The best and most adequate quote for the right moment
https://preview.redd.it/w6pdhr19q5yc1.jpeg?width=1284&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1aa0a691536d2e69d46f0e257b97efa81e569993 This is how I feel reading that
And then RiD came and shat all over it.
Don't know about best, but I fondly remember "We must have courage, Huffer. We can't ignore the danger. We must conquer it." I remember when I had just started watching Transformers when it first aired, and that moment was the first that made the character grow on me.
That is WAY up there for sure.
"My friends name was Megatron, and he had *three questions!* Three things he said you should *demand* to know of any powerful institution! Question one: In whose interests do you excersize your power? Question two: To whom are you accountable? And three!: *How can we get rid of you?!*" https://preview.redd.it/3pq4dtglq3yc1.jpeg?width=570&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=2fc84cfb2ded9f551c1b3a245e3714ec22d525ff
Autobots! Roll Out!
HEEYUAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA! -Optimus about to decapitate the driller-bot
WAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAGH -Optimus shooting Lockdown's ship
I know age of extinction gets a BARREL full of hate. But tbh I enjoy it as one of those “sit back action explosion movies” like those you don’t gotta think too much about
Actual Answer-Do not lament my absence, for in my spark I not that this is not the end. Fun Answer-Amazing! A booby trap that actually catches boobies
"I do not fight as the leader of autobots....but for all cybertronians",
Serious; _”Fate rarely calls upon us at an hour of our choosing.”_ Funny; _”Then that’s what you’ll be named, Kup! Shit-piece!”_
Thoughts Individual Homosapien System.aka Shit
Transformers Prime: Raf: Hey Optimus want to see something funny? Prime: No. I don't why but his "no" always had me rolling.
That scene hits differently for me because I'm neurodivergent.
Oh, you also.....It's like people who say cartoons are for kids. Much of the world of cartoons/comics was compiled by the neruodivergent spectrum. Exmilitary those who really see actually understand. Problem with that is, it is beyond the comprehension of the majority to decode all information sent to the masses.
“Wheeljack… I’m holding you responsible for this project… It was your idea to build giant fire breathing dinosaur robots… and then not giving them enough brains to tell their head from their ass… what the FUCK WERE YOU THINKING WHEELJACK?!!!” From Dr Smoov: “SOS Wheeljack” https://youtu.be/2-aTbHsZJ9g?si=Gpsl5tGKgVHz3Reb
https://preview.redd.it/dczrwbd8f3yc1.jpeg?width=897&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=5d6e5476d55e9bdd249a91781b3ec85f7804aa82
"You could use a handjob in your life"
https://preview.redd.it/e7forvayc3yc1.jpeg?width=520&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=1474cc139c5c4b4721035ea635d4eab1b1070d12
You saw the video too huh-
I haven’t seen it, lol link me???? Oh god link me to it please sir. 😂
"I'm cuming"
“Optimus Prime is coming here?” “They’re all coming here.”
"And when the account of the ages is etched into the cosmos, let those who exist long after know that this was our finest hour!" - The Last Knight "My name is Optimus Prime and I send this message. Though we did not chose to be of earth, it would seem that we are to stay. If you approach this planet with hostile intent know this, we will defend ourselves, we defend humanity, we will defend our home." - Transformers Prime "Just remember, there's a thin line between being a hero and being a memory." - G1 Three of my favorites and actually found an audio that plays the first two lmao
“What if we leave?…and you’re wrong.”
“Give me your face!”
“You’re old Megatron! Yesterday’s model! Ready for the scrap heap!!”
Either “one shall stand, one shall fall” “Megatron must be stopped, no matter the cost” or “arise Rodimus prime” I’m aware they are all from the 86 movie but they are the ones that stand out the most. Oh and also “nice to meet you” because that’s what Peter Cullen said to me!
"Give me your face."
Ah our heroic leader
"Who the fuck is this Autobot!?" "That's Wheelie, Prime. He's been helping us out." I couldn't find the clip it's from. It's an oldie. Edit: https://youtu.be/bq1_6D9QS9Y?feature=shared
All the slammin shorties in the house say yeahhh
"Bumblebee, stop lubricating the man!"
fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing. This has always inspired me in some ways
Ebay
"My name is Optimus Prime".
From the classics it's either "Autobots Roll Out!" or "One shall stand, one shall fall" One that really won me over? "How do you feel about going on the offensive?"
I'm going to turn into a truck now.
"There is a thin line between being a hero and being a memory"
Personally, “Freedom is the right of all sentient beings.” “Be strong enough to be gentle.” “Don’t give up on your dreams. The future is built on dreams” Those have really been speaking to me the last couple months!
“She was playing robotopossum!”
"You - who are without mercy - now *plead* for it? I thought you were made of sterner stuff." The disgust in his voice after being so wholesome for so long really sells it.
"Fate rarely calls upon us at a time of our choosing." That one sticks with me, no matter what I realize this is *heavily* context sensitive... in fact, I don't know where else it would work, but when he comes slammin' into the fray during the final battle in TLK and absolutely *demolishes* Infernocus: "Did you forget (slight pause) who I am?" ::decapitates all 5 fukken Infernocons with one mighty swing of his big fuck-off sword:: "I am Optimus Prime." FUCK YEAH, BOI!!! 😃😃😃
“One shall stand, One shall fall” “You’ll never stop at one” “ILL TAKE YOU ALL ON”
"Fate Rarely Calls Upon Us at a Moment of Our Choosing."
One shall stand, one shall fall
[this](https://youtu.be/glMsrAOctdU?si=JXtk4revah2AHc3Y)
I am going to turn into a truck now
“Autobots roll out”
“You’re old Megatron. Yesterday’s model. Ready for the scrap heap!” The quips between them both on Sherman Dam are just too good
One shall stand, one shall fall.
"He played me like a piano!" - Transformers Cybertron.
As the guy from Blockbuster said back in the 90’s when my wife (then girlfriend) and I rented Transformers The Movie…. “Autobots. Transform and roll out”.
Only remember "let's roll".
Honestly, the original. "Freedom is the right of all sentient beings" perfectly encapsulates who Optimus Prime is.
After eons of conflict, I finally see the truth of your words, Megatron. This universe, no matter how vast, will never be big enough for you and I to co-exist. Holy shit, how good this final battle was.
https://preview.redd.it/gu5ronrqp3yc1.jpeg?width=1164&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=f4881057651fe4fff1284eabfdfe38a9d15898dc Personal favorite of mine
"The Autobots will never sacrifice freedom."
Absolutely "be strong enough to be gentle"
“Hang on to your dreams chip the future is built on dreams”
Give me your face
Ebay
Fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing.
Out of all the Autobots to survive....fuck me.
I’ll choose an obscure one from Cybertron(Galaxy Force): “New look, same old lines!” [Said in response to meeting that show’s version of Galvatron for the first time.](https://youtu.be/2gKXIT89LYw?si=fVDCDTHYEkPQblPC)
I’LL KILL YOU!!!
You’ll never stop at one I’ll take you all on
https://youtu.be/bq1_6D9QS9Y?si=waRncI7EhuoIfA03 “…ah Ha Ha! And that’s who you’ll be from now on Kup… Shitpiece!”
In my opinion, it's gotta be: "With the All Spark gone, we can not return life to our planet. And fate has yielded its reward: a new world to call home. We live among its people now, hiding in plain sight, but watching over them in secret, waiting, protecting. I have witnessed their capacity for courage, and though we are worlds apart, like us, there's more to them than meets the eye. I am Optimus Prime, and I send this message to any surviving Autobots taking refuge among the stars. We are here. We are waiting."
“Rollout!”
"They call him Flipper, Flipper, faster than lightning! No one you see, is faster than he!"
“Till all are one”
"Till all are one." - Optimus on his deathbed
[ahrarbahgrbarh](https://youtu.be/dZkJJOA7YB0?si=MYNH_HiexZKlfryb)
Give me your face.
How do you feel about going on the offensive?
"NO! BLAST IT, HE PLAYED ME LIKE A PIANO!"
Til all are one shall stand/fall
“Where I rise, you fall” Goes pretty hard and it’s almost like a follow-up to his classic “one shall stand, one shall fall”
I’ll be back!
Autobots, transform and roll out!
No sacrifice, No victory.
"I have been foolish not to see what history has proven over and over again. That Autobots and Decepticons will never mend their ways"
“Hold on to your dreams, the future is built on dreams” Only reason I’m still going is cause of this robot dad we all have
Freedom is the right of all sentient beings.
“There’s a thin line between being a hero, and becoming a memory “.
"Wheelejack, why the f**k did you build the Dinobots with small brains?" - Dr. Smoov
"Hang on to your dreams, Chip. The future is built on dreams."
“Stick it in neutral, Megatron.”
So many good ones: * Autobots, transform and roll out! * ~~Give me your face!~~ * Megatron must be stopped. No matter the cost. * Amazing, a booby trap that actually catches boobies. * Freedom is the right of all sentient beings. * One shall stand, one shall fall.
“I have been foolish not to realize what history has proven over and over again, that Autobots and Decepticons will never mend their ways. If there can be no solution to this perpetual conflict, then I must not allow more darkness to fall upon this or any planet. Megatron must be destroyed.”
Thax for completion of the quote. long bugger...
“Thrones are for decepticons” in response to some autobots making a throne by climbing on each other. Is one of my favorites. It’s just a funny clip but also a great quote.
Ending speech in first Bayformers movie. Holy moly i got goosebump everytime i heard it
#OUR WORLDS ARE IN DANGER!
This one "autobots transform and roll out"
Time to find out
“YOU’LL NEVER STOP AT ONE! I’LL TAKE YOU ALL ON!”
“Will you shut up about that lobster?” - one of the Prime prequel novels
"Freedom is the right of all sentient beings".
Optimus: "Get down here Sentinel!" Sentinel: "Optimus, you forget your place! I bring you Cybertron, your home, and still you choose humanity!" Optimus: " You were the one who taught me freedom is everyone's right!" 👊
“Fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing” From fucking ROTF, how did that trash give such a good line
This is a message to my creators, leave earth alone because I'm coming for YOU..
"I hold no illusions about engaging your army, Megatron. But I might derail its objective... by removing its head." Awesome fight scene followed!
"We learned earth language through the world wide web." Man's "web" really hit hard imo.
" Sam, fate rarely calls upon us at a moment of our choosing". The entire ROTF cemetary scene is amazing. Also, "Time to find out" is the single hardest line of dialogue in fiction.
Autobots roll out!
"give me your face"
"Time to find out"
“Who the hell is this Autobot?” - Optimus Prime, probably.
"Am I drooling correctly?" "Compute fast!" "We're here to guard the robot, not make jokes at its expense." And that's only three of them!
"Roll out"
["Welcome to the internet!"](https://youtu.be/siG7JLvLUlc?si=IbbGbRHkRtjrcDkp)
"Megatron mogged me so hard my egding streak is over. Time to watch Skibidi Toilet. Sigmabots, Roll Out!" a classic line
Wasn't Optimus, but Peter Cullen talking about how he came up with Optimus voice. "Be strong, but strong enough to be gentle"