Unicron

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Unicron is a recurring villain in the Transformers franchise, having been introduced in The Transformers: The Movie as the primary antagonist. His depiction varies between branches of the franchise; while he is often depicted as a massive Transformer with a planet alternate mode that devours worlds, different series feature him as either the creation of a mad scientist or an ancient evil that exists in opposition to Primus, creator of the Transformers.

History

Generation 1

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In Transformers: Dawn of the Predacus, Unicron's head is used as a base by the Tripredacus Council as they conduct experiments with transwarp and transmatter.

Abilities and Traits

Unicron is typically depicted as a massively powerful being with numerous abilities. In The Transformers: The Movie he is demonstrated as devouring planets and breaking down their elements and inhabitants to fuel himself, while also exerting a powerful gravitational force that draws all but the swiftest escapees back into his hungry maw. He is also virtually invulnerable, with the Matrix of Leadership being described as the only force capable of defeating him, and thus the only thing he fears in any regard. Unicron's powers also include the ability to manipulate matter and energy, such as drawing Megatron and several other fallen Decepticons to him and then reformatting them into new, more powerful bodies. He also demonstrates a psychic connection with such minions, which he uses to inflict pain upon Galvatron when the Decepticon leader disobeys him.

Upon transforming into robot mode Unicron gains in speed and mobility, as well as gaining the ability to unleash powerful energy blasts. These include eyebeams and a mouth blast in Generation 1 and a powerful chest cannon in the Unicron Trilogy. Even after most or all of his body is destroyed or rendered dormant he possesses power, such as granting Starscream a new body and reviving beings he'd previously consumed to serve as his minions.

A running trait in several series is Unicron's life force, which known alternatively by the names Angolmois, Dark Energon, and the Blood of Unicron. This substance is generally depicted as being corruptive, serving as both a narcotic and a strengthening agent among Cybertronians.