srucnocOptimus Prime
Optimus Prime is by far the coolest transforer ever (at least on TV... I liked the t-rex --
that I can't remember the name of -- as a toy). He was the leader of the good guys on the transformers, known as the autobots. He is a powerful, barrel-chested warrior who transforms from robot into a tractor trailer. I loved playing with the trailer but was dismayed that it only showed up on the TV show once or twice. The thing that was so great about Prime was how he epitomized integrity and honor. He was a heroic leader. And aparently, he's making a comeback!
Per wikipedia, "In the upcoming 2007 Transformers film, Optimus Prime will be present as Autobot leader. Prime now transforms into a conventional Peterbilt cab (akin to his Laser Rod incarnation), rather than cab over design of his original Generation 1 body. In a move that has proven rather controversial among some fans, Prime's vehicle mode is now decorated with red flames painted onto a blue body, apparently as a means of incorporating both his classic colors while retaining a realistic color layout to the truck mode."
Per wikipedia, "In the upcoming 2007 Transformers film, Optimus Prime will be present as Autobot leader. Prime now transforms into a conventional Peterbilt cab (akin to his Laser Rod incarnation), rather than cab over design of his original Generation 1 body. In a move that has proven rather controversial among some fans, Prime's vehicle mode is now decorated with red flames painted onto a blue body, apparently as a means of incorporating both his classic colors while retaining a realistic color layout to the truck mode."
Fun Facts
I was thinking 'such a silly name' but I remembered I'd heard it before.
Thanks for clearing that up for me! ; )