re_alignment | [Video] [Originating from outside Solian Temple]

[What has two thumbs, two brand-new spankin’ wings and thought a flight test without training was a good idea?

THIS GUY.

But wait, let’s rewind. You know those little winglets Wheeljack had that couldn’t amount to half a sheet of metal? NO MORE. They are now large and in charge, completely capable of flight. The wheels on the bot’s legs and shoulders are now gone, replaced by pauldrons and is given a more streamlined look, but for the most part, the Wrecker stays the same. Did we mention the wings?

The Link opens up to a close-view of the Wrecker’s face, lip contorted into a thoughtful pout as he taps it.]

Is this thing on?

Of course it is! Are you sure you want to do this without supervision?

[Wheeljack only gives a nod, immediately backing up to show his new form, standing outside what looks to be Solus Prime’s temple. His wrists wiggle slightly, as if stretching them as he seems to be talking to the cameraman.]

I gotta learn somehow. Best way is to dive right into it. Can they see me?

Uh...yes. I believe so.

Great.

[He gives a little open gesture, open palm to his wings.]

Alright, got some news for you all. Bots from my world? Can’t really take flight like some of you guys can. Well that all ends today! Not sure how, but I got myself some nice, new feathers. So what better way to use them than what they were given for? Flight.

I have a bad feeling about this...

[There’s only a shrug from the Wrecker as he readies his position, rolling his shoulders. He had a feeling on how the transformation would work, so he’s feeling pretty confident on it. His feet brace themselves against the ground, and his his posture goes to that of someone ready to jump up into the air.]

‘Kay. First lift off. Three...two.....

One.

[He springs up, doing a twirl in the air as metal slides over metal, transforming into quite the handsome jet, going up into the sky....

and U-turning right into Solus Prime’s temple.

The jet immediately changes back as he crashes to the ground, groaning. That...could have gone better.]

JACKIE!!

[The camera goes all jittery as Ratchet runs over, looking to see the damages.]

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[SLOW. CLAP.]

Slick.

[ROBODAD NO

NO BAD]

WHEELJACK!

[he has no idea HOW you got a new altmode but PLZ DON'T HURT YOURSELF K HE DOESN'T CARE IF YOU'RE A BIG BOT]

Ngh...

[Wheeljack sits up, surprisingly still intact from the impact, shaking his head to regain focus.]

I...I meant to do that.

[Oh god why of all people did Raf have to see this?]

K-Kid...it's okay. I'm fine.

Just a bit sore, yeah?

[He is super unhappy about this turn of events, running over and going down on his knees to cup Wheeljack's helm in his hands.]

Please tell me you're okay.

You, meaning to crash and burn? Say it ain't so.

I'm gonna assume Ratchet's got you covered?

Raf, he's done worse to himself over the years, remember?

[A smile just for you, as he tries to comfort.]

He'll be okay. I'll take care of him.

[the first response is enough to calm him, or at least remove the majority of the panic. Raf quiets, but he still looks worried]

You've never had flight systems before, how did you...?

He didn't have wings then...

[beat. Wheeljack responding at least took the panic off, as does Ratchet's reaffirmation. still;]

...why does he have them now? He just woke up with them?

True...

[He rubs at his chevron, unsure of himself.]

As far as well can tell, yes, that's exactly what happened.

[A floating heart invades the screen and Ratchet's expression becomes vaguely horrified as he swiftly pops the offending bubble.]

We also woke up to these popping up whenever we're near each other. It's a pain in the aft.

Beats me, sport.

Why question somethin' like this? The Cons get flight whenever they want. It's unheard of for the bots.

Very funny. Sarcasm's a nice colour on ya.

[A beat.]

Yeah, just like always.

[Are those...hearts above his head?]

I'm a real fraggin' riot, dude.

[That... gains a pause from him.]

Am I the only one seein' the smeltin' hearts bouncing around over your head, or am I goin' a little crazy over here?

[His head reacts to the touch, eyes fluttering open.]

Ah...sorry, Doc.

My bad.

What?

[He looks up, seeing the hearts as well. And...ugh.]

Yeahhh, those have been poppin' up every time Ratch and I are close.

[In one swipe, he pops them.]

Fraggin' annoying.

Never wondered where they were comin' from?

[Oh that’s quite the fancy new Alt mode, really attractive, in fact. Blurr was going to say something about if but got quickly distracted by the not so perfect landing.]

WHEELJACK WHA...

[You know, it will be better if he jsut checks on you,so he is running to the temple right now.]

[There's a bit of an odd stare before Cliff claps his big hands together and grins.]

So, question, when do I get mine?

[You guys are sharing the ability to fly, arentcha? Don't be greedy--Did Ratchet just call him 'Jackie'?]

[Why are you crashing into Solus's temple, it's rude.
... Also why did Ratchet call you that?]

That's not how you do it. It's. Not how the other Vehicons do it, anyway.

How about never? Does never work for you?

Because one crazed idiot crashing into things is quite enough for me, thank you.

[Why yes. Yes he did. Gonna ask him about it?]

[You know what?! He is!]

Aw, don't I at least get a cute little nickname, too? Or is Wheeljack your new favorite?

... I would... suggest getting someone usually capable of flight to oversee any further attempts and... er. Perhaps share any flight-related protocols and programming, if you're missing it, to assist.

[Question is why did this mech just come out of recharge able of flying? Something is decidedly... strange.]

I-!!

[Oh, this is embarrassing. He hadn't meant to say that where other people could hear him.]

I don't play favourites. All my patients get equal treatment.

[Way to not answer, Ratchet.]

[He perks up. ...Although it's quite clear it's the kind of perking up one would do when they're teasing.]

Glad to hear it. So, in that case, does that make me 'Cliffy'? Wait, don't say it right away. I want to see if this thing records so I can keep it forever.

[Oh no, he is never going to hear the end of this.]

You are not Cliffy, Cliffjumper. And if I hear you trying to call me anything other than Ratchet, I will take my spanner to your head, don't think I won't.

[HUFF. He's super grumpy only because he's embarrassed, and it's probably really easy for Cliffjumper to tell.]

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