Tankor
Tankor is the name of several fictional characters from the various Transformers universes.
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[edit] Transformers: Generation 1
[edit] Beast Machines
[edit] Transformers: Universe (2003)
| Decepticon | |
|---|---|
| Sub-group | Mega Vehicles |
| Function | Enforcer |
| Rank | 9 |
| Partner | Obsidian |
| Motto | "TANKOR smash! Smash good!" |
| Alternate Modes | Cybertronian Tank |
| Series | Transformers: Universe |
Tankor returned as a Decepticon in the ranks of Unicron’s army. According to his tech spec and appearances in the comic book series, this was a Tankor from a parallel universe were Tankor never recovered his memory and so was not killed. Apparently Jetstorm was restored as Silverbolt for there was also an Obsidian, but no Strika because Tankor was still active. Obsidian therefore made Tankor his new partner and together they overthrew Megatron and ruled Cybertron themselves. Unicron, impressed by their ruthlessness, abducted them from their own dimension. Impressed in turn by Unicron's massive power, the two agreed and became his servants.
This Tankor more closely resembled the Tankor toy than the CGI Tankor. He has massive firepower and durability, but he still relies on Obsidian as the brains of their partnership. In the final battle between Unicron's Army and The Children of Primus, Tankor was bested by a surprising foe - Rhinox, resurrected by Optimus Primal as his lieutenant, giving Rhinox a chance to face his darkest demon: himself as Tankor.
[edit] Toys
- Universe Tankor with Obsidian
- Redecos of the Beast Machines toys.
[edit] Transformers: Universe (2005)
| Autobot | |
|---|---|
| Japanese name | Atlan |
| Sub-group | Micromasters, Railbots |
| Alternate Modes | SNCF TGV Atlantique |
| Series | Transformers: Generation 1 Transformers: Universe Transformers: Cybertron |
The name of Tankor was used again in Transformers: Universe as a Micromaster Autobot who turned into a locomotive, and was part of a U.S. release of the Japanese Sixliner team. He has not appeared in any official fiction.
According to Atlan's Tech Spec: "A martial artist with a supreme love of karate, Alan’s hobby is hardening his body. He enjoys special training and never forgets to drill. The intensity of his paired training with Ironlift fascinates all who see it, drawing them in and not letting them go. The strength of Sixtrain's punching power can only be due to his combining with the team." [1]
According to the story with Sixtrain Red Mode, the Sixtrain turns red and becomes more powerful when empowered by a piece of the Maxtix.[2]
[edit] Toys
- Generation 1 Micromaster Atlan (1992)
- This toy was a redeco of Alan. A Takara exclusive.
- Generation 1 Micromaster Atlan reissue (2003)
- Came with the thighs of Sixtrain.[3]
- Generation 1 Micromaster Atlan red mode (2003)
- A red redeco of the toy. Came with the thighs of Sixtrain Red Mode.
- Universe Micromaster Tankor (2005)
- He is a repaint of the original Micromasters Alan and Altan. Tankor came with the head and rifle for Rail Racer.[4]
- The Micromaster Railbots were released in Cybertron packaging in European countries, as they didn't have the Transformers: Universe line.
[edit] Transformers: Cybertron
| Autobot | |
|---|---|
| Sub-group | Mini-Cons |
| Alternate Modes | Tank |
| Series | Transformers: Cybertron |
The name was used yet again in the Transformers: Cybertron line as a Mini-Con aligned with the Autobots who turned into a tank. He was a repaint of the Mini-Con Wreckage. He came packaged with Cybertron Shockwave. Neither has appeared in any official fiction.
After the Unicron Battles, many Mini-Con choose to remain on Earth in hiding and separate from the ongoing conflict between the Autobots and Decepticons. Tankor, with other Mini-Cons, hid among the armed forces of Earth so that they could protect the humans from Shockwave and the Sky Attack Team. The desire to protect human life is nearly an obsession for Tankor; he exists solely to prevent the damage inflicted by Shockwave and his aerial companions. The return of the Transformers to Earth has forced them once again to take sides in a larger conflict.
[edit] Toys
- Cybertron Tankor (2005)
- Shockwave and Tankor were included with the Decepticon Mudflap as a promotional item at Target Stores in 2006.
[edit] Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen
| Decepticon | |
|---|---|
| Sub-group | Legends |
| Alternate Modes | Tank |
| Series | Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen |
Little is known about this Decepticon. His colors are a homage to Beast Machines Tankor.
[edit] Titan Magazines
Tankor attacked the Alamo, and was countered by a team of Autobots including Rollbar.
[edit] Toys
- Revenge of the Fallen Legends Tankor (2009)
- This Legends-only toy is a Decepticon and a redeco of Brawl.
[edit] References
- ^ http://www.webcitation.org/query?url=http://www.geocities.com/oblivionsgallery13/techsmicromasterreissue.html&date=2009-10-25+23:54:41
- ^ http://www.webcitation.org/query?url=http://www.geocities.com/oblivionsgallery13/micromasterstory.html&date=2009-10-25+23:54:26
- ^ http://www.tfu.info/2003/Cybertron/Atlan/atlan.htm
- ^ http://www.tfu.info/2005/Autobot/KBTankor/tankor.htm
- Furman, Simon (2004). Transformers: The Ultimate Guide. DK Publishing Inc.. p. 103. ISBN 1405304618.
