Soundwave's Two New Recruits | Parody Short Film | Punch Clock Cons

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#transformers #transformersg1 #transformersmovie #voiceacting

What if there was a Transformers story that was about two independent contractors stuck on lamppost (scanner) surveillance duty? This is the story you never knew you needed -- a non-war, digitally hand-drawn G1 parody shortfilm!

DISCLAIMER:
This is an unofficial fan work and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by or licensed from Hasbro/Transformers. All rights to Transformers belong to Hasbro. No copyright infringement intended.

FAQ
Q1: What’s the main premise?
A: Two Decepticon lampposts stuck on surveillance duty, offering deadpan takes on the Autobot war.

Q2: Who voices the characters?
The two lampposts 512 and 212
capti0nem
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcO2wBl4eJJBfHrv0JTkKtQ

Wheeljack
Ian Hatfield

Megatron and Optimus Prime
H8shun Louis Deraville
https://www.instagram.com/h8shun

Surveillance Relay Link No8
Guess in the comments
Wilhelm scream

Hound
Ken Sansom sampled from G1 cartoon

Q3: Is this official Transformers lore?
A: No—it's an independent, parody fan film that respects but is not affiliated with Hasbro.

Q4: What visual style is used?
A: Cartoonish, hand-drawn, blending G1 animation nostalgia with pixelart.

Q5: Can I support the creator?
A: Yes, the best way is to join my Patreon or contribute to my Gofundme.
https://www.patreon.com/artiststan
https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-artiststan

Timestamps
0:00 Title
0:10 Ironhide
0:15 Meet the Recruits
0:40 Cliffjumper, Prowl, Mirage
0:47 Weird Looking Rock (Kronoform look-alike?!)
1:15 Hound
1:19 The “Ribfir or Rirfib” Debate
1:29 Sideswipe and Sunstreaker
1:44 Autobot Parade & Energon Theft
2:05 Bluestreak
2:17 Optimus Prime’s Suspicion & Wheeljack’s Time Machine Plan
2:49 Recruit's wavering loyalty
3:00 Megatron Orders
3:21 Credits roll (Buttimus and Beavitron)

Review from Rottenest Apples (hope there isn't a real website named that):
"This script, with its focus on two independent contractors for the Decepticons, observing and reacting to the comings and goings of Transformers, has a very unique premise. The humor comes from their mundane existence contrasting with the epic scale of the Transformers war, and their slice-of-life conversations about alt modes, energon, and their longing to be Seekers."

Key Takeaways
🤖 A new lens on the war: Even lampposts have their daily grind and big dreams on Cybertron.
😂 Witty banter: The comedy thrives on the lamppost duo’s mundane observations and wild aspirations.
🎨 Hand-drawn G1 nostalgia: One artist’s passion brings Transformers to life with humor, charm, and retro flair.

Resources & Expert Tips
Clip Studio Paint:
For sketching, animatics, and final animations. My go-to art program. I happily pay for BOTH the annual pass for desktop and iPad device plan. This software is worth it. I support them because I never want to see them bought out.
Da Vinci Resolve:
I use this for compositing all my video and audio clips, grabbing stills, text titles, transitions, etc. I use the free version but if the Studio version goes on sale, I'm buying it without question.
Voice Actors:
I almost exclusively find my voice actors on Twitter. Other resources include Tiktok, Instagram or anywhere people are making short video voiceovers. I always pay the voice actors for their hard work. If you are a voice actor, definitely reach out to me via my discord or post a comment below on who you'd like to voice in my parody G1 universe.
Expert advice:
Focus on voice actors, character designs, and writing. Don’t focus on professional quality animation! Go minimalist on animation. Creativity thrives with limitations!

SEO-Optimal Hashtags
#Transformers #FanAnimation #G1Parody #DecepticonLife #AutobotComedy #IndieToon #CybertronStories #VoiceActing

Other Taglines
* "This war would be great if it wasn't for the f***ing Autobots."
* "The Decepticon war? It's all about location, location, location."
* "Serving Megatron, one observation at a time."
* "They've got a front-row seat to the war. And they're over it."
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