Who thinks Primes trailer should make an apperance in t2?

[Prime]

I think it would be great if prime had his trailer in at least one scene in t2. Just here me out for a sec. We all know that prime pulled his trailer eveywhere he went in the cartoon and fair enough it not being in the first one as it would look silly when he transformed and his trailer just either got in the way or disappeared. I think that prime should tow his trailer in the t2 and have it open up as per the cartoon and actually become the autobots base or part of it. Then it just stays as the base and doesn't go anywhere. Also roller has to make an appearance as well just for a nod to the fans.

[barricade505]

It would be cool for him to have a custom mobile command center that blends in.one created for secret military use.or maybe not:D

[r-type]

I think it would be great if prime had his trailer in at least one scene in t2. Just here me out for a sec. We all know that prime pulled his trailer eveywhere he went in the cartoon and fair enough it not being in the first one as it would look silly when he transformed and his trailer just either got in the way or disappeared. I think that prime should tow his trailer in the t2 and have it open up as per the cartoon and actually become the autobots base or part of it. Then it just stays as the base and doesn't go anywhere. Also roller has to make an appearance as well just for a nod to the fans.

You said it yourself.... ^^

It's not gonna be any less sillier in a sequel.

[OmarB]

I never liked the trailer at all. From the cartoon whenever he transformed it magically disappeared most of the time which I never got. Also, it does not make sense to be going into a (high speed) battle dragging a couple tons of dead weight behind you.

[Prime]

Well it would only be in one scene as I said.

[darthrage]

naaaah, i'll pass

too cumbersome

say goodbye to high speed chase

[Mech_1000]

I don't think it would add anything to the movie if they added it, even for only one scene.

[DaHaRaN]

I think it would be cool if Prime had his trailer. He could use it to transform into something bigger like say battle prime? Then Ultra Magnus could do the same ;)

[Prime]

I think it would be cool if Prime had his trailer. He could use it to transform into something bigger like say battle prime? Then Ultra Magnus could do the same ;)

He does that in the armada series. His trailer becomes his legs and he becomes the upper torso. His legs become the arms. That should not happen.

The trailer is as iconic as the autobot symbol and to change it so drastically would not be cool. Who knows he may well have something to tow in tf2.

[tylerdurden]

It would be a cool nod to the good old days but we all know that realism is a key factor for this movie. I don't think it would go over well, especially since in wasn't in TFTM. If it just showed up in the second movie wouldn't everybody be like WTF where did that come from? At least that's my opinion, to each there own.

[Supermans]

I never liked the trailer at all. From the cartoon whenever he transformed it magically disappeared most of the time which I never got. Also, it does not make sense to be going into a (high speed) battle dragging a couple tons of dead weight behind you.


If the allspark can transform into something that can be held in the palm of your hand, then I see no reason why the trailer couldn't do the same thing as Optimus transforms...I do hope we see it in Transformers 2..

[KTMortimer7]

If the allspark can transform into something that can be held in the palm of your hand, then I see no reason why the trailer couldn't do the same thing as Optimus transforms...I do hope we see it in Transformers 2..

Eh... I don't agree with that. The Allspark is a god-like element. It can do anything. On the other hand, Optimus really couldn't do that because the Cybertronians are more like humans. They're not gods.

Because of that fact, those things wouldn't show up in the sequel. The movie was made to look like it was happening in real life. It's the whole thing with Megatron transforming into a gun: it defies physics.

As for the whole trailer bit, I think it would just make the plot completely confusing.

But, I'm not trying to bash your idea because it's a good one.:)

KT

[Prime]

Eh... I don't agree with that. The Allspark is a god-like element. It can do anything. On the other hand, Optimus really couldn't do that because the Cybertronians are more like humans. They're not gods.

Because of that fact, those things wouldn't show up in the sequel. The movie was made to look like it was happening in real life. It's the whole thing with Megatron transforming into a gun: it defies physics.

As for the whole trailer bit, I think it would just make the plot completely confusing.

But, I'm not trying to bash your idea because it's a good one.:)

KT

Well how do you figure it would make the plot confusing? Seeing how the autobots are now stuck here on earth, Prime has a few choices for a base but seeing how the trailer could be used as the base it would be a great use for the trailer. That way it is only seen in a couple of scenes as he tows it along and finally finds a place that the autobots can establish a base.

However Bay may decide to go "well seeing how hoover dam is now unoccupied and is big enough for the robots to walk around in, we'll use that"

[xXRavenXx]

Give him a trailer, and give it the "God-Bomber" treatment from Japan's series. Also that raises a similar question w/ Ultra Magnus.

[siwel]

I don't think he should have his own special base/trailer thing, but I think it might be cool to use his "towing" ability in some fashion, like they need to "get this launcher into place" because "Megatron's making his big push and we've gotta push back" and we've "got better things to do tonight than die" (Springer had some cool lines)... or something. Whatever. Bay'll come up with something cool.

[Bumblebee1983]

It would be a cool nod to the good old days but we all know that realism is a key factor for this movie. I don't think it would go over well, especially since in wasn't in TFTM. If it just showed up in the second movie wouldn't everybody be like WTF where did that come from? At least that's my opinion, to each there own.

Just blame the appearance of the trailer on it being a constructicon.

I know, stupid idea.

*leaves room*

[Yurre]

Could be cool if the autobots did some security work for the government or police where they had to transport some important cargo and Prime being a big semi and the leader is the perfect candidate to pull the cargo inside of this trailer that looks awfully similar to his G1 cartoon trailer... hmmm :rolleyes: :D

When the cargo is delivered the trailer has served its purpose and is not needed anymore.

[Mavryk]

I Wouldnt mind if they used the trailer as a mobile weapons platform, like a massive version of the Gun the Trailer had in it during the cartoons. Eg OP brings in the trailer onto the battlefield and then drops it off and leaves it to fight. Meanwhile the trailer splits in half like the G1 toy and a massive gattling laser gun extends (or transforms) and starts plowing down the bad guys while the rest of the transformers. Or perhaps as an Anti- Aircraft gun, as the Decepticons were the most deadly when they were flying around?

[siwel]

I think it would be totally reasonable for Prime to tow SOMETHING, at some point, for a plot-related purpose. But I agree with the group, throwing in the trailer just for kicks is silly.

[StefsChemicalRomance]

I think it would be totally reasonable for Prime to tow SOMETHING, at some point, for a plot-related purpose. But I agree with the group, throwing in the trailer just for kicks is silly.

THANKYOU! I was just going to write that! lol

It would be far-out stupid to add it to SOLELY make the fans relive the old days - but say something had to be transported - thats a little to big to put in Bumbles back seat lol - then i guess a trailer would work, AND nod to the fans.

Because my uncle had never seen transformers before the movie, and he did talk about having a trailer, but did say it would be stupid to have it. So i guess that idea would work for fans and newcomers.

[Mavryk]

I'd be happy with it just being in the background i guess. Not too noticeable but a nice nod to the fans like an easter egg.

[DaHaRaN]

kinda like the big kid with the video camera saying that "This is way cooler than Armageddon". sort of a nod that Bay was having fun with the move?

[raddimus]

I guess im the only one that agree's with you prime I could see maby optimus hauling the trailer to a location then dumping it to have it openning up. it could be pulled off but we'll see.

[MegaOctane]

the trailer could work for the last scene maybe..
optimus and the autobots get a hell of a beating from the decepticons in the middle of the movie, and then the autobots make a battle station disguised as a trailer for prime, and kick some decepticon butt...

[raddimus]

I love the trailer. but just thought about this primes trailer wasn't in the first film which would mean the autobots not the allspark which created them; would have to construct the trailer...If they can build with the help of human engineers... Why not also engineer the dinobots.woops sorry wrong forum,lol.:)

[Massani]

sure. first we make prime flameless and change him into a flat nose truck, then we can worry about the trailer.

[guitarded]

hello...YAh, I'm the newb......

anyhoo, I can't see prime's trailer being an autobot base. Its way too small........perhaps a repair bay maybe. I think it would be best suited as a mobile base for the leftovers of sector 7, and then have Michael Knight drive up the back ramp with Kitt by accident :D

Seriously though, if there was a trailer for prime in the next movie, it should have a matching paintjob....and transform it into a jetpack or armor......it should be more than just an idle target......

U-turns and drifts would be a bitch though ;)

[Bumblebee1983]

hello...YAh, I'm the newb......

anyhoo, I can't see prime's trailer being an autobot base. Its way too small........perhaps a repair bay maybe. I think it would be best suited as a mobile base for the leftovers of sector 7, and then have Michael Knight drive up the back ramp with Kitt by accident :D

Seriously though, if there was a trailer for prime in the next movie, it should have a matching paintjob....and transform it into a jetpack or armor......it should be more than just an idle target......

U-turns and drifts would be a bitch though ;)

Good point. Couldn't have made that awesome 360 in the first one with a trailer on his ass. :cool:

[guitarded]

Well Bumblebee1983, the only plausible way for prime to swing his trailer around and have full control is if optimus is equipped with some sort of stabilizing system that transforms from the back of the cab to keep the trailer steady.......and maybe some system on the trailer to help out.....maybe the trailer wheels can pivot as well. These stabilizing parts would have to be highlighted....camera zoomed in to make it believable

....in the words of John Turturo...."anything is possible!" ;-)

[Prime]

Hey I just added a poll to this thread so can you please vote. It would be good to get an idea.


Obviously if you have already posted in the thread don't give your reason again.

[raddimus]

I voted.

[barricade505]

I think the trailer would be great,but transforming into a being too?I think,that it should resemble the g-1 toy.You know, make it so that since involvement with Transformers has brought new technology to the human scientists through studying them.Make the command center be the first attempt by humans to replicate transforming technology.Have it open up in a scene and have it transform into a weapons protected command center for the robots to use.

[raddimus]

great Idea, would explain the rover car thing along with giant arm that looked nothing like a tf.

[StefsChemicalRomance]

Im the only one to vote "NO" so far?

Man, How lame would the trailer be. Its not a G1 Movie! They dont need a base! They dont need 'Weapon' storage'!

god.

[raddimus]

stef we all know this isn't the cartoon, Wearen't saying the traile "HAS" to be a base as me and cade have stated. maby the trailer is something military made based on autobot technology, and prime seiing efforts made agrees to help by towing this trailer or deposits it somwhere for intell gathering.

[StefsChemicalRomance]

stef we all know this isn't the cartoon, Wearen't saying the traile "HAS" to be a base as me and cade have stated. maby the trailer is something military made based on autobot technology, and prime seiing efforts made agrees to help by towing this trailer or deposits it somwhere for intell gathering.

Yeah i know. But wat u just sed made me wanna argue more lol.

Prime offers to transport some human "stuff/thing/idea" in the form of/ or in a Truck Trailer

Seriously? When we have more advanced technology ie planes.. Etc, lol.

Oh well, cool idea, i jus dont see the point. im otta this thread ok!

[barricade505]

I think the idea was introduced with the G-1 in mind, but a semi driving around without a trailer seems odd.defeats the semi-trailer disguise idea.In order for Optimus to have a full disguise,he would look classy witha trailer.You know with an Auto zone logo on it!!

[raddimus]

yhea plus flying crap around in the plane, doesn't allow military to deploy on a moments notice at specific location for sientific analysis, of whatever needs analyzing on the ground.:D

[Prime]

I think it would be great if prime had his trailer in at least one scene in t2. Just here me out for a sec. We all know that prime pulled his trailer eveywhere he went in the cartoon and fair enough it not being in the first one as it would look silly when he transformed and his trailer just either got in the way or disappeared. I think that prime should tow his trailer in the t2 and have it open up as per the cartoon and actually become the autobots base or part of it. Then it just stays as the base and doesn't go anywhere. Also roller has to make an appearance as well just for a nod to the fans.


As I said above when I opened this thread, the trailer doesn't have to open into the autobots base it can be part of it or even a mobile tracking station so they can track the decepticons using their technology. As was stated by one of the other's here having his trailer power link with him just like in armada won't work and I think most fans would agree that if that happened it would be kind of like watching one of the power rangers movies where they morph......not good.

Also as stated by barricade having a semi without the trailer is very odd and what makes a semi a semi?......the trailer. I am sure that Mr Bay goes through these threads and would probably see this and think to himself "hmm that could work..."

And given the recent spate of false scripts leaked out for tf2 who knows what he will do.

[raddimus]

there's more than one leaked script? I have the first one,send me the link for the second one. As for the trailer I'm in aggreance. He could use it. say as a way of scientifically working along side the humans.though not taking it everywhere. but have it in certain circumstanses that dictated it.

[Prime]

And given the recent spate of false scripts leaked out for tf2 who knows what he will do.

That was a general consesus....geez I didn't think you would take me litterally.

I read in one of the threads on here that there have been false scripts leaked out, now it doesn't necessarily mean more than one. It could mean that one was sent out and because so many people get it, it can be easily misconstrued as more than just that one. And I am not going to go on a fishing expidition just to prove it. Also I said that as a closing statement not one to be investigated or questioned further. Also he is leaking the false scripts out to put people off, if you want to believe everything you read then who am I to stop you? Seriously dude let it go.

[guitarded]

This is quite an argument...

Both Armada and Powermaster Prime's were way to blocky. If the trailer was to combine with prime, it would have to do so in a way that wouldn't limit his dexterity. I just can't picture a giant lego block doing flips and twists and lookin cool at the same time

If roller does appear, why not give him a transformation as well. I always thought he was kinda useless without a transformation anyway. What can a 6x6 cart do other than roll around??

[raddimus]

I read in one of the threads on here that there have been false scripts leaked out, now it doesn't necessarily mean more than one. It could mean that one was sent out and because so many people get it, it can be easily misconstrued as more than just that one. And I am not going to go on a fishing expidition just to prove it. Also I said that as a closing statement not one to be investigated or questioned further. Also he is leaking the false scripts out to put people off, if you want to believe everything you read then who am I to stop you? Seriously dude let it go.

Hey your the one who typed this not me I just asked a simple question is there more than one leaked script and if so can you link it to me? secondly as beleiving everything I read.I don't I am one of the first people that after reading it said it was obviously a faked script. I just enjoy the read and like seeing possibilities of script direction. So seriously get off your selfrightuos high horse and "seriously dude, let it go.

[Prime]

I read in one of the threads on here that there have been false scripts leaked out, now it doesn't necessarily mean more than one. It could mean that one was sent out and because so many people get it, it can be easily misconstrued as more than just that one. And I am not going to go on a fishing expidition just to prove it. Also I said that as a closing statement not one to be investigated or questioned further. Also he is leaking the false scripts out to put people off, if you want to believe everything you read then who am I to stop you? Seriously dude let it go.

Hey your the one who typed this not me I just asked a simple question is there more than one leaked script and if so can you link it to me? secondly as beleiving everything I read.I don't I am one of the first people that after reading it said it was obviously a faked script. I just enjoy the read and like seeing possibilities of script direction. So seriously get off your selfrightuos high horse and "seriously dude, let it go.

I wasn't on a high horse as you put it. I simply stated as a general consesus that there was more than one out there. And I am not going on a fishing spree just for a link. I did say the link was somewhere on this forum. There is a search engine here for a reason...use it.

[raddimus]

lmao. calm down there prime,or you'll be forcibly removed to dm forums...lol,just messin with you;I just thought you had the link handy it's not that big of a deal.

[Prime]

So why cause an argument for the sake of causing one then?

[IAmTheeOne]

IMO and forgive me if this has been said...but hey why not...it doesnt need to be some high tech command center that even transforms...it could simply be a scene where Good ole Op is trying to blend in with the world a lil better...disconects it and leaves it when he's done

[Prime]

It was but in a bit more detail like it being a mobile command base the humans build with the autobots help. And seeing how Prime is a wait for it....a Prime mover with quite alot of pulling power then it wouldn't be an issue.

[raddimus]

So why cause an argument for the sake of causing one then?

what are you talking about?

t was but in a bit more detail like it being a mobile command base the humans build with the autobots help. And seeing how Prime is a wait for it....a Prime mover with quite alot of pulling power then it wouldn't be an issue.Today 08:41 PM
Good to see you read my post. Prime ty.

[siwel]

Wow, you guys are really passionate about your truck trailers. I wonder if you fellas have feelings about mudflaps, or should I not go there? I for one hope they spend more time as robots than vehicles. I see trucks everyday.

[raddimus]

lmao....If they arent the sexy girl flaps I'm writing mr. bay a letter of disaproval,lol. And yhea I got the optimus 20 ann. bot.I was so disapointed not to have his trailer like the g1 toy.lol still got to love him though....I think it is a visual thing of the rig, but the robot fans love the lines and action...though I would love to see optimus barrel through a decepticon in rig mode,in possible inside rig vision driving self.On another note did anyone catch the sector seven vid on utube of the insecticons.it was pretty well made.

[siwel]

Im the only one to vote "NO" so far?

Man, How lame would the trailer be. Its not a G1 Movie! They dont need a base! They dont need 'Weapon' storage'!

god.

Never fear, Stef. I voted NO too. Someone needs to keep these whippersnappers in line!

[raddimus]

as usual siwel, were on the opposite sides of the fence,lol. hopefully my points prove to out way yours this time around,lol. My sister-in-law who majored in journalism,and litature/she's now a teacher. agreed with your points of validity over mine.about the lucas debate.Though I didn't agree with her either I'm outnumbered two to one,lol.But what's wrong with the trailer making an appearance and showing it's capabilities?

[siwel]

It's just a weak concept in this day and age. If Optimus is just cruising around, why lug a couple hundred tonnes of military gear? And if he is racing into battle, again, why lug a couple hundred tonnes of gear? He already has his gun and sword built in, and he already has backup. They're called the Autobots. If he dragged a weapons platform into battle, and I'm Starscream, the first thing I do is slag the platform. It's a big fat target.

[Prime]

Once again Siwel you nitpicking peoples posts. If the trailer makes an appearance and is in only one scene where is the harm in that? He simply tows it somewhere unhooks and that is that. It would be a homage to the g-1 cartoon......you do know what a homage is don't you or are we going to get into a discussion on that as well??????!!!!!

[raddimus]

whoa prime and me are on the same page for once.Also siwel<orcie and bay as well as many others are great story tellers and am sure have the ability to introduce trailer as a useful resource based on original concepts;using revitalisations,of o.g. concept trailer as well as adding an extra to it. Did you ever like prime read my post on how the humans though left out could be a contributing factor to the franchise showing autobots being willing;wich could be a future downfall,work alongside and even join forces to an extent with the humans.The trailer could even be introduced with dinobot study that humans and autobots chose to work togeather on, but due to an eminent threat; they must be able to be made mobile and out of reach of decepticons.making autobots and humans work togeather for a transportation in disguise,and more than meets the eye.

[siwel]

I do know what an homage is, Mr Angry Pants. I said earlier that it would be perfectly reasonable for Prime to haul something, anything, if the plot called for it. But some folks here seem to have a strong desire to plug various cartoon details into a film just to "satisfy the fans."

Why are you getting so angry about my opinions? I'm not attacking anyone. Am I not allowed to disagree? Isn't the whole point of an online forum that different people can share different points of view? I mean, if you put up a poll that says "Do you like my idea, Yes or No?" then you should be prepared for the possibility that some folks might select No. If you check the top of the screen, you will see that currently half of the voters don't like the idea.

Also, I don't see how I was nitpicking. The thread is about the trailer. I made a rational argument for why it doesn't make tactical sense for a giant fighting robot to be hauling a trailer around. Are rational arguments nitpicking now?

[raddimus]

I do know what an homage is, Mr Angry Pants. I said earlier that it would be perfectly reasonable for Prime to haul something, anything, if the plot called for it. But some folks here seem to have a strong desire to plug various cartoon details into a film just to "satisfy the fans."

Maby some fans do feel that way. I know you to be very intelligent and am asking you; not to misconstrue my sentimentality, nor context.As for your Second sentence. It would not be cool for prime to haul anything!... I once again must respectfully reiterate; optimus, is optimus if you can't do the trailer you can't. Bay,please don't Dont' turn a gm car into a "DINO"
bot; finally...Isn't this movie trilogy based on a cartoon series.../ movie cartoon concept(Or is this a completly original idea like lords of the ring and frank herberts dune SIWEL?). look at the reference of devastator; to a tank; being called devastator. everybody besides you apparently agrees throwing famous names about is against the whole concept of introducing something new; as bay stated was his goal with first film.My mom;lmfao even noticed the reference as well as the mistake.

Why are you getting so angry about my opinions? I'm not attacking anyone.

I'm not angry nor attacing, just expressing my opinions in a constructive way. By asking legitimate questions.

I think you were being vague in your O.g. statement of trailer concept and why it shouldn't be.

[siwel]

Prime is Mr Angry Pants, not you raddimus.

And I too was annoyed at the devastator/brawl error, so please stop labeling or misrepresenting my opinions.

All I want are good films, and that means planning a good film, not a collection of references to a cartoon. I would say, more than anything, these Bay films are based on the Hasbro concept more than the cartoon. He isn't a slave to the cartoon concepts. There's no Ark, no energon cubes, there's an Allspark, etc. etc.

[raddimus]

I apoligize for my reply then I thought you were refering to me.Like I said before I thought we had a good debate. And all I was really trying to say about the references. Is this trilogy is based on a cartoon.So why not pay homage where credit and do and make proper references as well as character development based on what the movie is based on.a cartoon series and a cartoon movie is all. I did not report you to administrators ,for the record siwel. hope theres no hard feelings.;)

[siwel]

Why would you report me? Seriously, I'm not here to pick fights, and I haven't insulted anyone. I'm just trying to have interesting debates about Transformers and movies.

[raddimus]

Did you read what I wrote I know your an avid read and do well at edititing.I once again re-iterate;I did not nor did I want to report you to a mod.If I wanted to I would so move on.and enjoy the forums;so debate on wich I do with many people just try and do it constructively as you obviously bothered someone.;)

[siwel]

Yes, I undertand that you did not report me. My question was, why would you at all? It sounds like a threat. Where is this coming from? Why am I not allowed to simply say, I don't think Prime needs a trailer in the movie?

[raddimus]

siwel this is what I think. what you are attempting is called flame baiting? though if you are looking for a debate no prob;just say when and where my friend. Like I said I hope there was no hard feelings, obout our last debate as I have debated with you before and have no interest in seeing you or your ideas banned.With that said I (will now type in capitols so you read this.)If I wanted or felt the need to report you I would. I won't nor would I report you...;If I threatened to do so my sincere apologies. With that said,I am not threatening anything. feel free to express your opinion in a constructive manner. As for your opinion on the trailer I have addressed this. It is not needed,though I would like to see a real trailer that looked like the trailer prime hauled ;as I am a biased fan of g1 and the c80's movie and now the tf movie2007.

[Prime]

Ah finally back on track in regards to the trailer being used as a nod to the fans. As I tried in vain to express before, it doesn't need to be anything special, just a homage paid in tribute to the fans and the g1 cartoon. If roller is in the back and pokes his head out then cool, but if not then I would just be happy to see prime hauling a trailer in a scene. It is possible to add it into the script and if Bay does so then no doubt he will find a great way to show it.

If Bay doesn't add the trailer in then ok, so be it. I will eat humble pie and be done with it.

[raddimus]

yhea I welcome what bay is going to bring to the table this time around;once again. I'd like to see alot of things but odds are not in the fans favor...lol remember devastator;lol I mean brawl.we'll be lucky if there is a reference to it.lol just kidding mr bay.

[Prime]

Well the only other one he can use now is tidal wave. (Oh and not to hijack my own thread I have started a seperate thread on this. Here is the link to that thread.) http://www.shootfortheedit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=505

You know the worst part about all this, is we are sitting here debating and throwing around ideas etc and Bay and co are sitting there laughing at us and our antics.lol

Whatever Bay does I am sure will be thought out and planned accordingly. So here is to waiting patiently...............Hurry up!!!

[Sidneykwchan]

The trailer behind Prime while in Vehicle mode is redundant. There is no significance other than being a burden while driving. Basically, the designers for Prime in the earlier cartoons did not focus on logic at all. After all, it was going to be a "stupid toy movie" for children below the age of 12. Even the previous Transformers game did without the trailer.

But somehow rather, maybe the inclusion of the trailer in TF2 would ne useful if it were to play a crucial role in the movie. Such as transporting people, important objects or even serve as a hiding place for the smaller transformers.

As Prime(member) mentioned, the trailer may be as iconic as the autobot symbol, so probably having Optimus Prime to perform some tasks that a REAL truck would do may be such a good idea after all.

[raddimus]

lmao,If you had read the posts you would see some of us came up with the idea of prime working with the humans,and building the trailer as part transport part scientific station,there's many uses the trailer could provide,but with that said.I don't think it needs to be overly involved in the script either. Maby in a scene or two. And for many the trailer is iconic as you stated and might not be so redundant...I personally own 20 anniversary edition prime, and can't tell you how disapointed I was not to get his trailer.but that's just me.;)

[Sidneykwchan]

Actually, transporting people or using it as a science station might be dangerous as well. Imagine if he transformed, with YOU still in him.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

[Prime]

Actually, transporting people or using it as a science station might be dangerous as well. Imagine if he transformed, with YOU still in him.

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.

Well actually only he would transform and his trailer would be just that, a trailer. So no danger to anyone.

[xXRavenXx]

I'm telling ya I'm right... Make it a separate robot like the Japanese. Or don't put it there at all. I have to say I loved the move he did with Jazz and drifting 1 behind the other. I'd love to see him try it with a trailer :D **crash, burn, fire, destruction**

[Prime]

I'm telling ya I'm right... Make it a separate robot like the Japanese. Or don't put it there at all. I have to say I loved the move he did with Jazz and drifting 1 behind the other. I'd love to see him try it with a trailer :D **crash, burn, fire, destruction**

Have you not read the other posts here? That bit was already discussed in regards to him trying to drift with the trailer.

[elemental fantasy]

Prime could have, and should have, his trailer in at least one scene. Easy to work in script-wise. How many times did we see him in TF1 with no action? They can do it. And should because Prime is an 18 wheeler, it would be a great node. Hell, I remember playing with transformer toys when I was 4 years old, Prime without the trailer just wasn't Prime...

Will they do it??? No! Like BB could have been a VW Beetle before he re-scanned, and prime could have been a dull-ass orange flat nose Semi before he (coulda) re-scan before the end battle into the long nose with flames. But that got fucked up. Primes trailer will be no different...

Either way, Mike will make TF2 A Kick Ass Ride!!!

[megatron42]

i hope it's through out the movie

[Dynamo]

Unless they can come up with a use for the trailer (ie Ultra Magnus style body armour or maybe a huge artillery-style gun) I say leave it out.

[Duracell Bunny]

No no and no :P

[raddimus]

lol I'm with megatron I hope it's in the movie throuout;though not as a particular focus mind you. but as a research....I've said all this crap already just put the trailer in Mr.Bay.

[King of Kings]

My heart says yes but my head says no, I just don't see how they could make it work in the movie.

[raddimus]

really why couldn't it work?

[King of Kings]

really why couldn't it work?

IMO I just don't see how it would work, I mean what happen when Prime arrives at a battle would he habe to park his trailer first, cause they can't have the trailer just come flying off like it did in the cartoon.

[raddimus]

Oh no ,I agree It couldn't be in a battle scene,but say its a science station that the humans and the autobots create using transforming technology,it doesn't need to be in the whole movie maby just a scene or two.

[King of Kings]

I guess that would be alright and it would be a nice little nod to the fans of G1.

[guitarded]

.... they can't have the trailer just come flying off like it did in the cartoon.


Why not?.......Scorponok jumped from Blackout's back!

Prime's trailer can have a unique transformation.......just gotta think outta the box.......He can leave his trailer parked in an alley if need be.....or block traffic to keep humans away from a battle.

Also, We all know Prime is heroic and will risk his life for anyone, but he doesn't need to be the first bot on the battle scene. As Commander, he occasionally needs to coordinate his troops from a distance.

[Prime]

Oh no ,I agree It couldn't be in a battle scene,but say its a science station that the humans and the autobots create using transforming technology,it doesn't need to be in the whole movie maby just a scene or two.

Hey Rad not to cause an arguement here, what you said just now has been said already by me and other's. I agree with you and whether it transforms or not is something that Bay should perhaps do a poll on. Not a fan one started by me. I sure would like to get Mr Bay's views on this.

[raddimus]

I've actually stated this myself if you go back to page one I'm one of the first and have been putting up many posts here.I Know you said that.I have said but I'm the actual guy who who came up with the autobots working alongside the government in good faith to develop the trailer. secondly if you do like your telling others to do read the whole 9 pages of posts you will notice this guy came on and said he didn't think the trailer could be done,when I asked him why he sent a responce then I sent mine,so you see friend their is no reason to argue as we both agree.and I do think bay should do a poll on this idea,what you think nelson.

[Prime]

Sorry rad my bad. Well lets see what bay treats us with.

[raddimus]

oh no prob. yhea can't wait to see what he does.thats why I keep speculating.I'm a big movie fan I watch practically everything and will judge a movie by camera angles shots direction of film,etc. I could go on forever

[Trailbreaker]

I think there should be a trailer, but just a plan 'ol trailer. What does he use it for? Hauling stuff! This would be a cool plot device in the beginning of TF2, they should show the Autobots adapting to human life on Earth...showing scenes such as Ratchet working for the fire department (though they don't know it;)), Ironhide as Will Lennox's truck, Bumblebee being buds Sam and Mikala, and Optimus Prime having his own trucking service (he is driven by some guy of course, not a hologram though). However, I don't agree with it being used in battle, it would simply get in the way.

[Dinobot3992]

I just think "no trailer", not with that big autobot insignia. Though it would make sense if blending in, it usually got in the way of battle, and once Prime decides to transform for battle, he would've lost it. The trailer would just get in the way.

[Universal Kalle]

I have to vote no on this. As many others have stated before me the trailer was more of an annoyance in the cartoon with it's magical disapearing act.


That being said I think it would be awesome if he where pulling a trailer as part of his cover in a scene, as a little funny thing to please the old timers such as us.

[raddimus]

I agree...I think it is possible to do the scene in an unsilly way or realistic way as well.I think if prime was hauling the trailer to a location and the trailer was a thing that humans created with the autobots,using transformer technology and human ingenuity. it would make for a great one time fan scene.:)I don't think the trailer should be in a battle sequence but should be featured being dropped off at a remote location and show the scout and technology used...I always thought of the trailer less transformer than the bot.

[Devastator]

I could see them doing it with nano-camouflage like in Die Another Day or something but ultimately it probably would be stupid.

[r-type]

Can I vote "no" again? Since it was seen fit to resurrect this poll?

[Smokescreen_5]

I'd have to say I could care less either way. Really all his trailer was used for, was a repair bay on the go. And with the way Bay designed Transformers, its as if they appear to regenerate theirs own body structures (granted that their spark has yet to be extinguished). So its rather pointless to have a repair bay. It might be cool just to see him hauling something, but I dont' think its necessary.

[guitarded]

Can I vote "no" again? Since it was seen fit to resurrect this poll?


no...now go to your room! :D

[Bumblebee1983]

Can I vote "no" again? Since it was seen fit to resurrect this poll?

I voted no for ya since I hadn't voted yet.

:D

You're welcome! :cool:

[r-type]

I voted no for ya since I hadn't voted yet.

:D

You're welcome! :cool:

By proxy! That's what I'm talking about. Thanks BB.

*edit*makes guitarded tap out.

[xAgonyxScenex]

Honestly I don't really care one way or the other. Only way I see them pulling it off is if Prime is under cover as a big rig who hauls shit around and has a trailer bed because of it.

[megatron42]

probably guarding the borders

[guitarded]

*edit*makes guitarded tap out.



you and what army? :D

[guitarded]

Honestly I don't really care one way or the other. Only way I see them pulling it off is if Prime is under cover as a big rig who hauls shit around and has a trailer bed because of it.


yeah...an assault on the "my little pony" factory

[r-type]

you and what army? :D

"...were guitarded's last words as he proceeded to pass out."



Besides BB's got my back in this thread. Right BB? *nervous laughter*

:p

[Bumblebee1983]

"...were guitarded's last words as he proceeded to pass out."



Besides BB's got my back in this thread. Right BB? *nervous laughter*

:p

Yup. I'm here. Standing and waiting for a reason to try out my new weapons system.

:cool:

*plays NWA on iPod*

[guitarded]

"...were guitarded's last words as he proceeded to pass out."



Besides BB's got my back in this thread. Right BB? *nervous laughter*

:p



......rips r-types helmet off........gets a look at his face :eek::eek::eek:........gives helmet back...put it back on...put it back on

[megatron42]

and i'm watching from the shadows

[Trailbreaker]

So if Prime was just haulin' stuff around as a side job, who would be his driver? He would certainly have to know that his truck was Optimus, though.

[barricade505]

Maybe he will use a holographic truckdriver like Barricade and Blackout had in the movie.Except,they should in fact use a short and chubby one to drive Optimus.

[Bumblebee1983]

Maybe he will use a holographic truckdriver like Barricade and Blackout had in the movie.Except,they should in fact use a short and chubby one to drive Optimus.

Or Peter Cullen himself. :cool:

Now that would be an awesome cameo.

And save some money at the same time.

[megatron42]

now that would be cool. like robert englund starred in new nightmare as himself
he played freddy too

[barricade505]

That cameo would be cool...back to the trailer idea though.I think the trailer may be a man bag for Optimus,Kinda like Joeys on 'Friends'.All the decepticons will clown Prime and his MAN-BAG.HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!:D....no trailer..sorry I changed my opinion on the matter.I agreed to see it,then agreed.It's too much......Optimus could say,"Now where did I put that pulse laser cannon???I can never find anything in here!!"....while looking through his Man-Bag.

[Smokescreen_5]

That cameo would be cool...back to the trailer idea though.I think the trailer may be a man bag for Optimus,Kinda like Joeys on 'Friends'.All the decepticons will clown Prime and his MAN-BAG.HAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!:D....no trailer..sorry I changed my opinion on the matter.I agreed to see it,then agreed.It's too much......Optimus could say,"Now where did I put that pulse laser cannon???I can never find anything in here!!"....while looking through his Man-Bag.

Oh my goodness.. stop.. *rolls eyes*


yeah...an assault on the "my little pony" factory

I didn't see anything wrong with the factory..... heh heh heh..

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e249/smokescreen_5/20060130-pony_glue_factory.jpg

[Bumblebee1983]

Oh my goodness.. stop.. *rolls eyes*



I didn't see anything wrong with the factory..... heh heh heh..

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e249/smokescreen_5/20060130-pony_glue_factory.jpg

Did you build that yourself? Nice pic! :p

(just kidding.)

[megatron42]

that's mean

[Smokescreen_5]

Did you build that yourself? Nice pic! :p

(just kidding.)

Actually, I found it at a website that showed some of the toys that didn't make it as good presents for Christmas. There were others such as the EZ Bake Meth Lab, the Peeping Tommy binoculars kit, the Honky trucks, Shiite pets, Lawn DArt Tag, and I think there were a few others that didn't make it besides the My Little Pony glue factory.

[barricade505]

I love the marching ponies walkin up the ramp.!!But tell the trucker he cant use the cell phone when pumping gas.

[guitarded]

Did you build that yourself? Nice pic! :p

(just kidding.)

:D:D:D

That's as cool as the "Easy Bake Meth Lab"


108

[guitarded]

Yup. I'm here. Standing and waiting for a reason to try out my new weapons system.




bring it on killerbee :p

[Bumblebee1983]

:D:D:D

That's as cool as the "Easy Bake Meth Lab"


108

*bursts out laughing*

Oh my...that is too funny.

I'm not showing that to anyone in my neck of the woods. Ya see...I'm in meth lab capital. :o

[megatron42]

*bursts out laughing*

Oh my...that is too funny.

I'm not showing that to anyone in my neck of the woods. Ya see...I'm in meth lab capital. :o
wha:eek:

[xAgonyxScenex]

One way they could do it...and if it's been suggested I apologize. If they have another narration during the beginning of the movie with Prime they could have him saying something like.

"We've been living among humans in secrecy...blah blah blah" And during that they show all the autobots in the role they took on in there new every dya lives. One being a shot of Prime driving down the highway with the trailer attached.

[menasor3]

No I think they would be better off using that cgi money on other new tranformers then his trailer.

[xAgonyxScenex]

No I think they would be better off using that cgi money on other new tranformers then his trailer.

dude why the hell would they make the trailer CGI. They'd freakin rent a real trailer....stooge lol

[Smokescreen_5]

*bursts out laughing*

Oh my...that is too funny.

I'm not showing that to anyone in my neck of the woods. Ya see...I'm in meth lab capital. :o

Yup.. thats the EZ Bake Meth Lab I was referring to..

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e249/smokescreen_5/20060130-meth_lab.jpg

[Smokescreen_5]

Here are the others:

Honka Trucks:

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e249/smokescreen_5/20060130-honka.jpg

Lawn Dart Tag:

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e249/smokescreen_5/20060130-lawn_dart_tag.jpg

Shiite Pet:

http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e249/smokescreen_5/20060130-shiite_pet.jpg

[raddimus]

I like that idea agony.with the trailer and showing the bots doing everyday crap before the new arrivals.

[WarzoneBeta]

only if they finally tell us were the damn thing goes or they give us an explination

[Duracell Bunny]

Why would he want to be lugging a long a great big trailer behind him when hes trying to zoom off to kick some ass anyway? Keep it away....

[raddimus]

lmao...You guys are so late.:Dthis has been explained but I will reiterate.Some have suggested just show his trailer parked somewhere.I personally don't see him taking it into battle but,say they show it being worked on and being made by our government using transformer technology shared by the autobots as a sign of friendship and good faith.I personally don't think we'll be seein the trailer but you can alway hope and wish.I always thought prime looked better with a trailer as a kid and even now,but it would be hard to add it to any action sequence.

[Shadow]

lmao...You guys are so late.:Dthis has been explained but I will reiterate.Some have suggested just show his trailer parked somewhere.I personally don't see him taking it into battle but,say they show it being worked on and being made by our government using transformer technology shared by the autobots as a sign of friendship and good faith.I personally don't think we'll be seein the trailer but you can alway hope and wish.I always thought prime looked better with a trailer as a kid and even now,but it would be hard to add it to any action sequence. Ok I got an idea... this was suggested for Ultra Magnus as well. If Magnus is in the next movie, its almost a given that he will have his trailer to carry other Autobots right? So what would happen to his trailer? I'll tell you... Magnus's trailer molds itself to him and becomes like a heavy combat armor. At least this is how I wrote it in our Fan-fic Rise of The Decepticons. What im getting at is why cant Primes trailer become some sort of armor for him. This makes the most sence to me.

[guitarded]

Ok I got an idea... this was suggested for Ultra Magnus as well. If Magnus is in the next movie, its almost a given that he will have his trailer to carry other Autobots right? So what would happen to his trailer? I'll tell you... Magnus's trailer molds itself to him and becomes like a heavy combat armor. At least this is how I wrote it in our Fan-fic Rise of The Decepticons. What im getting at is why cant Primes trailer become some sort of armor for him. This makes the most sence to me.

I agree completely for armor, or at least a jet pack like I mentioned a long time ago.... Armor for magnus is a good idea too, but I like how the original magnus utilized the tractor, and trailer to form one robot....not just armor. Personally, I thought the whole white Optimus as Magnus was a crock of shit,... just because they used a toy optimus and painted it white to use as the cab in the original toyline....ugghhh, big mistake IMO.


....back to Prime's trailer.....even though it could turn into armor (like powermaster optimus), there's still the issue of road/chase sequences, and maneuvering........How do you get a tractor trailer combo to make quick u-turns without jacknifing???....I already posted that idea, and I'm sure Bay could find a way...but it would have to look cool to be in the film. I wouldn't have it any other way....therefore highly improbable

[raddimus]

true shadow...I was thinking as far as keeping close original trailer as g1.

[Xsubs]

..... there's still the issue of road/chase sequences, and maneuvering........How do you get a tractor trailer combo to make quick u-turns without jacknifing???....I already posted that idea, and I'm sure Bay could find a way...but it would have to look cool to be in the film. I wouldn't have it any other way....therefore highly improbable

If you hear what bay said in the behind the scenes on the TF dvd, he mentions that he will never do chase/road sequences agian beause hes been doing it 'till the cows have come home'.

[raddimus]

If you hear what bay said in the behind the scenes on the TF dvd, he mentions that he will never do chase/road sequences agian beause hes been doing it 'till the cows have come home'.

Well my friend Bay personally has posted here how he is trying to throw us fans off personally,expect fake press releases as well as scripts.Expect nothing...but the best...Trust me the movie is based on vehichles that turn into giant robots. Chase scenes, mind you maby not alot; will be in there.

[Shadow]

Well my friend Bay personally has posted here how he is trying to throw us fans off personally,expect fake press releases as well as scripts.Expect nothing...but the best...Trust me the movie is based on vehichles that turn into giant robots. Chase scenes, mind you maby not alot; will be in there.This is true... I mean you cant have cars and trucks with out a chase scene or two. How lame would it be if BB and Barricade never had a chase scene? Or whats going to happen if Prowl is in the next movie? Im sure he's not going to just sit there and run around and play tag with a Decepticon. YOU GOT TO HAVE CHASE SCENES IN A MOVIE LIKE THIS!!!

[megatron42]

yep would be boring with out it

[raddimus]

Well I was watching bay's vid,for the chevy commercial. I'm not saying he is gonna do it.but on you tube some one posted a vid of the commercial with linkin park dubbed in called tf casting calls. Well I watched the vid bay had and I got to say it sure looked tf inspired to me. I saw a possible ultra magnus and hot rod. He says way more fleshed out bots.And chase scenes are a given,other wise what would be the point.

[Smokescreen_5]

....back to Prime's trailer.....even though it could turn into armor (like powermaster optimus), there's still the issue of road/chase sequences, and maneuvering........How do you get a tractor trailer combo to make quick u-turns without jacknifing???....I already posted that idea, and I'm sure Bay could find a way...but it would have to look cool to be in the film. I wouldn't have it any other way....therefore highly improbable

Oh man.. jack knifing? lol.. You should play Big Mutha Truckers... lol.. if you can learn to do a U-Turn while playing that game.. then you'll know how to turn without jack-knifing like that. heh heh.. As far as his trailer goes.. I've liked the ideas in latter Transformers cartoons where it either becomes his armor like Powermaster Prime or like in Armada where it holds other attack vehicles that connect to him, or in Energon where it becomes his legs.. and the trailer also becomes its own little command center/attack base.

[W12eckag3]

first off yes idd like to see the trailer and voted yes ofcorse;).
but how to put it in i dont realy know at all, to everyone that say how to bring it ...just bring it. it can be his trailer he brings it to battle it deployes and shoots...great scene ...but when meg flies off what does he do ? go back to get it before driving off? or just leave it there...lol someone might steal it haha.

the problem will allways be were it should go its a big thing nobody wants to dragg around. still it would be a cool scene when he stands next to his lazerturret like transformed trailer also roller his mini-bot :D

guess after all the trailer is near impossible to make part of the movie unless its destroyed in battle:cool: then nobody will wonder why he aint going back for it :P....

[raddimus]

lol,yhea....Not sure I'd like to see the trailer demolished.but...:)

[barricade505]

Prime used a trailer disguise in the animated series.He had it on so they could get to a bad guy that stole Bulkhead's body.It looked like the G-1 version with the blue stripe on the side.Prime is a Tractor-Trailer in disguise,isn't he??Why not disguise as one of those Semi-Rv hybrid vehicles...you know the one I'm talkin about.He is the Tractor in this relationship.

[raddimus]

Rv hybrid veichle?

[Smokescreen_5]

Prime used a trailer disguise in the animated series.He had it on so they could get to a bad guy that stole Bulkhead's body.It looked like the G-1 version with the blue stripe on the side.Prime is a Tractor-Trailer in disguise,isn't he??Why not disguise as one of those Semi-Rv hybrid vehicles...you know the one I'm talkin about.He is the Tractor in this relationship.

Ya lost me with a Semi-RV Hybrid there. Ya got a picture of one so I can figure out what you're talking about?

[raddimus]

look it up on a google search and you'll see what he's talkin bout smoke.

[megatron42]

there ya go prime as a hybrid semi

[raddimus]

I would hate to see it but I think that would be more a rodimus look not a optimus look.

[omegaweapon2]

What if they use his trailer as an upgrade so that Prime can get bigger and kick decepicon ass. The trailer should also transform into different things.

[Smokescreen_5]

there ya go prime as a hybrid semi

there ya go what? Loopty loo? All on a saturday night?

[barricade505]

unfortunately no.I saw this vehicle in a magazine for truckin'.I think it referred to a Hybrid that was built for sema I believe.It looked like Ironhide but was in fact modified into a VAN?RV?If i find it I'll post the pic.

[Ken2413]

What if they use his trailer as an upgrade so that Prime can get bigger and kick decepicon ass. The trailer should also transform into different things.



Using the trailer to get bigger could work. They still had a very small piece of the allspark left. The trailer could be explained by Prime getting desperate part of the way into the movie & choosing to combine the last of the allspark with himself in order to become powerful enough to stop the decepticons. He could gain the trailer after that with a CGI transformation sequence. It could be used as a base for human allies (as others have said), particularly if it had a cannon in it. In some sequences, Prime could use it as armor or powerlink with it.


They would have to be losing badly for Prime to consider it; perhaps they could get seriously outnumbered and outgunned and be backed into a corner. Then Prime could remember the piece of the allspark that he has been carrying around.

[Bonecrusher]

A NO from me im afraid!!

[Trailbreaker]

I swear, I told a friend how Optimus had his trailer on one episode of Transformers: Animated and he asked me "Did it disappear?!" :D Ummm, no.

[Smokescreen_5]

I swear, I told a friend how Optimus had his trailer on one episode of Transformers: Animated and he asked me "Did it disappear?!" :D Ummm, no.

Yeah.. you're right! Optimus had it in "Total Meltdown" I think it was, where a Robin Hood dressed up criminal tried getting away by climbing on Optimus as a full firetruck!

[Starscreamisthebest]

There really shouldn't be a trailer. He looked great in the first movie (robot and vehicle) and after seeing the 'sketches' of him with the trailer? No. Besides, what if the trailer mysteriously disappeared like in G1? That would be annoying.

[Starscreamisthebest]

Yeah.. you're right! Optimus had it in "Total Meltdown" I think it was, where a Robin Hood dressed up criminal tried getting away by climbing on Optimus as a full firetruck!

No, that was in Headmaster, when he's going towards the power plant with bulkheads head.

[Smokescreen_5]

There really shouldn't be a trailer. He looked great in the first movie (robot and vehicle) and after seeing the 'sketches' of him with the trailer? No. Besides, what if the trailer mysteriously disappeared like in G1? That would be annoying.

I noticed that in one of the Animated episodes, one of Primes trailers seems to just appear out of the background and roll up to Primes' cab where he then rolls off. I don't think I've seen a trailer just disappear yet though.


No, that was in Headmaster, when he's going towards the power plant with bulkheads head.

Ahh.. ok.. I'm not too familiar with the Animated series thus far.. had I had them on DVD then I could become a bit more familiar.. :)

[Warzone]

I always thought the two best ways to incorporate Prime's trailer into one of the live action movies would be one of the following:

1) It merges with his robot mode, like in so many of the toylines.

2) Its only in there for one or two scenes, such as Prime hauling some of his fellow autobots within a boxtrailer they "borrowed" from a human trucking facility. The possible reasons for this are many, such as a surprise attack from the bots inside, or hauling away robots so wounded they cant move.