4:06 exactly. I always got the vibe of a kid using a magnifying glass to fry ants

5:05 "you kicked my Ravage"

I'm loving DWJ's take on the Decepticons. They're evil, but they have a sense of honor, and care about one another. Some even feel a small bit of pity for humans, even though they're lesser. Further pushing how much of a scumbag Starscream is compared to his fellow cons.

Cruelty begets cruelty. Violence begets violence.

Ngl I'd say skybound starscream is a sociopath since he's not calm but sadistic like a psycho would but instead he's more aggressive

Its oddly satisfying seeing this version of starscream get hurt

I still think that Soundwave is easily the most level headed Decepticon of them all, he's smart, cunning, loyal, he deeply cares about his cassettes, he's capable in a fight, and unlike Shockwave. Soundwave is perfectly capable of emotion. He doesn't challenge authority until he deems them unfit to lead.

Seeing Transformers with G1 cartoon designs doing such gruesome stuff feels like something taken straightly from this TV show fans most twisted nightmares. The Skybound writers and artists really did a fantastic job with such a rethorical device.

Bastard kicked Ravage, that was his last mistake…

A good example of Starscream just enjoying inflicting pain and misery is when Carly shouts that he killed her dad. Starscream's first reaction is to laugh, his second reaction is confusion over what a "dad" is.

Another thing that take account about Starscream's "leadership" is that he easily lies to Thundercracker about what happened to Skywarp and twisted the facts, just as well, he pretends to sound "caring" towards an wounded Skywarp or even tries to bootlick his fellow Decepticons to avoid fighting a warrior's battle. He may the best flier among the Decepticons, but his military tactics and strategist are mediocre at best, using brute force to solve his problems. Loved your analysis of Starscream, man. Wish you a happy week!

Starscream is my favorite Transformer ever and this series does him justice. Starscream at his core is a guy with great ambitions but no interest in replicating what makes other leaders successful. He takes advantage of the chaos and attempts to establish himself, but he never suspects anyone to have interests conflicting with his. He dehumanizes everyone. Even his own brothers.

The thumbnail alone grabbed my attention

I have a facinating theory about Starscream. History has show him to have an immortal spark. Spark that can exist withput a body but uncapable of anything without one. Given how much the Skybound comics have diverged from the familiar cannon we all know, I thought it would be interesting if he were reconstituded as Galvatron. He would take a similiar form to Megatron with vain mockery.

I wish we gotten a starscream that was like his g1 counterpart but turns into a good person and reasonable character but still being starscream (he would definitely hate it if someone see him save someone, u might think he would brag but he would be embarrassed cause he likes to do appearances and being an evil decepticon is one of them)

It was thx to Starscream this new continuity was able to showcase the rated R action that was in store. Hopefully he’ll come back like he always seems to, maybe as a ghost or maybe full restored as a human controlled weapon for Cobra or some other shadow organization.

Man, what Starscream did to Skywarp was freaking brutal and terrifying.

this was pretty cool. I love the way you've contrasted Starscream to Optimus.

I wonder if thats why megatron spared his captors in that free comicbook day issue to juxapose him and starscream

What I think is interesting is how Skyfire used to be his friend and was shocked at this version of Starscream. He must have changed at some point. Also interesting is how Jetfire said that Optimus was very young when he left Cybertron. It means that Starscream is either much older than Optimus or was also very young when Jetfire left, in which case they mustn't have had the work relationship they had in G1, likely something more familial.

You've articulated everything about the Skybound run that makes it stand out so much quite perfectly. I love when Starscream is given depth and nuance when he’s made into a sympathetic, well-meaning character- but I also absolutely loved the batshit crazy insane™ Starscream that DWJ and the team developed over the first 6 issues. His comeuppance was so well-executed, and I'm sure we definitely haven't seen his last in this run (no body, no case). I just picked up issue 10, and I wonder if Shockwave has managed to work his way up Soundwave's list after his comments regarding Ravage (Or maybe Shockwave's actual competency excuses him). As you mentioned, I think the constant juxtaposition between the heartwarming/heartbreaking panels with the Autobots and the cruelty of the Decepticons really helps elevate the severity. Your analysis is, as always, great!

Starscream really is just a bully. Im surprised you don’t have more subs, so I'm pressing the button. Keep up the good work! Spoiler for Issue #10 (will keep it vague), but i really love how this comic adds depth to the deceptions without excusing their villainy. They clearly have a sense of morality- after all, they call the autobots evil, and megatron and thundercracker have been shown to spare humans that pose no threat to them- but it's misaligned to what the Autobots see as right and wrong. There’s a clear philosophical debate between the two sides that goes beyond good and evil. It seems to me like the Decepticons take a darwinistic approach to life, where only those who can prove their strength are worthy of existence, which makes sense considering the energy rationing and shortages their homeworld has suffered. Even Astrotrain expresses some level of remorse or regret at the fate of earth, saying that extraction of its resources is "the fate of lesser species". Again, they're still the bad guys, they’re still mostly irredeemable, but they have these elements of virtue and reflection that make them far more interesting than if they were just, well, cartoon villains.

Loving these videos on the Energon Universe! Agreed on the fact that Starscream isn’t dead. Too many people are gunning for him and worst case he’s a ghost. Can’t wait for the Soundwave video!

I remember there was some backlash from Starscream literally squishing Davey at the end of issue 1. But to me, it made perfect sense given his established character traits: primarily cowardice and egomania. As you alluded to, he doesn't seem like he can outright beat most cybertronians in a fair fight (at least from what we've seen in past and present in this continuity), so both traits lead to him immediately punching down when he first encounters humanity. It's a guaranteed victory to feed both traits. I also love that we get the juxtaposition (Decepticon dichotomy?) in issue 7 when we get to see Thundercracker and Soundwave confronted with the same enemies but actually stronger as they're armed (Thundercracker even has the captain in his fist ala Starscream and Davey) and they respond not with cruelty but pity, with Soundwave really only killing the naval crew to keep their actions masked for a bit longer.

You know when I think more about it, I remember that the relationship between Starscream and Megatron is a fickle one. Often times then not when starscream makes megaton Mad (Either through failing him or attempting to backstab most of the time) Megatron gets very violent and abusive towards starscream, and this happens a lot as portrayed through the various iterations of the Transformers Franchise. So with all that pent up anger and pain from the abuse he might look for ways to filter that angst, and what better way to do this than with one’s own enemies? Or in this case the small and fragile beings of the planet he’s on. So I think Starscream is taking out all his anger on the humans like what mega toon did to him, using them as a sort of filter for his trauma or something like that. Now make no mistake Starscream’s trauma Does not excuse his slaughter and brutalization of humans, Starscream is still an evil villain but it does show how the cycle of abuse only breeds more abuse. Well that’s just my interpretation of this subject. Please tell me what you think.

From reading the very first issue, I immediately started to draw parallels between this Starscream and his Animated counterpart Sure, they're not one to one, Skybound being way more cruel of the two, but they both are tunnel visioned, only see their comrades as a means to their ends. Bark back when their methods are questioned, and hate it when someone brings up that "pompous bag of bolts" who preceded him The biggest difference is Animated Starscream actually IS combat capable around Autobots

I watched this probably 3 times already along with the rest of your videos. Skybound's Transformers has been one of the best comics I've read and I started at issue 3 (read from the beginning however there was only 3 issues when I started). This series feels awfully special, and you do the greatest job with these... explorations if you call them that? On top of that my girlfriend for 4 years Karly looks exactly like Carly from the comics so I joke with her why she hates cliffjumper (she hated the transformers movies because I watch them all every 4 months even though they are iffy if not bad, but I was 17 when those stupid movies came out and I loved themever since). hope in a year when there is even more than 10 issues now you get a lot more viewers. Faaaaantastic!

Another great video! 🔥 I've been getting back into Transformers the last few months after not really following it for several years, and this comic has been an absolute blast to hop into. Starscream is such a little shit, and I love it 😂 I really like how you pointed out the juxtaposition between him and Optimus. It's a stark contrast, and makes both sides of the story so interesting to read. I'm curious to see how Megatron is portrayed when he shows back up 🤔

I like this new Transformers comic and glad I found this channel discussing it! I really like how they been doing Optimus here especially. It shows how much the creators cares about the characters And Starscream being Starscream of course 😂 but didnt expect to see such an evil version of him as shown here! Obviously he is not dead and will come crawling back like he always does...

Soundwave leading the Decepticons is something I've been waiting for.

Behavior of this Starscream is sharp contrast to the others 'Cons in Skybound comic, too. It's required some time, but as more and more Decepticons show up, their behavior indicates that they...not horrible monsters ? Sure, they do horrible things, many horrible things, but not in the way Starscream does them. Decepticons actually hate only Autobots, they declare them bad and themselves as “ good “. Yes, it's not uncommon for some villains to consider their actions for greater good or simply disguise these awful actions as not bad. But in truth, it's all lie, of course. But with Skybound Decepticons this apparently isn't just an act, they really seem to believe that they fight against evil and make the right choice to be on the purple side. Their planet and race dying, they seek out power to replenish homeworld and humans just got unlucky to have that power. Astrotrain, who initially poses as some maniac, sincerely feels sorry for Spike and humanity, admitting these horrible actions. Soundwave is not interested in mindless carnage, and only kills humans from aircraft out of necessity, not because he can. Thundercracker fooled to think that Autobots scrapped Skywarp and spare humans, but to no avail. Other 'Cons have spirit of camaraderie with each other and even Shockwave thanks Scrapper for help during the fight But the main surprise for me was Megatron. During the comic of Special, he awakens at Cobra-La, threatens to kill scientist if he does not tell him where his limbs are, and not only spares, but even thanks ( !!! ) that guy. How many times evil Megatron just thanked somebody, eh ? So, with that in mind, Starscream poses as some beast psycho, and irresponsible coward to fulfill his hateful character. And he falsy declares that he doing things for greater good. Also, Skywarp have psycho tendencies, too Sure, it's very interesting take on this faction and now maybe too early to say something, but i'm really enjoying these changes, and will happy to see where they will lead Thank you for video

Seeing how much the writers are taking ideas from G1, I wouldn´t be surprised if Starscream returns as a ghost.

This is ma truly evil starscream.

soundwave explaning to the decepticons why he is weak

The first time I saw Starscream kill a human in this book was so haunting. Its draw with such hopeless despair and to get that feeling out of a TRANSFORMER was the most incredible experience. I'm super in love with this series and I can't wait for more

Startscream is definitely an interesting character in this run, but I feel Soundwave is going to be the real stand out Decepticon for this run

A. Your videos are absolutely amazing, you deserve a LOT more subscribers B. Starscream being crushed by Devastator in the final fight with the Autobots was SUCH a satisfying way for him to be defeated, being flattened by a being much larger than himself. Looking forward to more, I hope you do a character anaylsis on Soundwave!

Skybound Starscream felt like if they took the 80s cartoon screamer and removed the Y7 rating. He no longer threatens to squash humans like bugs, he just does it. The best/worst part is he's always elated by the act.

ooooo I'm excited!

Starting this video with Starscream now can get people who know nothing about this to get to check out the Skybound series.

It's starscream, one of his biggest plot points is coming back from the dead, so of course he's going to come back.

You are absolutely right about everything you said about starscream

Damn, dude, great video! Subscribed, and looking forward to watching the rest of your content.

This is my favorite Starscream right below Animated, and this is the only video ive seen talking about him. I have no clue what happens in the Skybound comics, but I want to find out one day.

Ooh how I love and embrace the evil in this world. Starscream helps reinforce it in every fibre of my being.

I like how philosophical this is. I also agree with the message.

Starscream channeling Scar.

everybody knows a " Starscream" in their life

I hope Starscream didn't really die. I think you can do a lot of things with it. I hate him, but I love him, but I hate him

Its crazy that you have less than a thousand subs with this level of editing and hard work. You deserve way more man, hope to see the day you hit your first 100k

He'll be back

Where was Megatron when this Starscream goes absolutely psycho on everyone?

I wonder how Alexis Thi Dang would react to this Starscream? Probably the same way Ethical Bug reacted to Big Jack Horner LOL!

Keep up the great work!

Skybound Starscream reminds me of Shira from Blade of the Immortal.

I wish more people payed for their cruelties in such a manner.

Thumbnail Starscream is making the Limp Bizkit pose

Great video.

Hey I'm not entirely a sycho

Star screen have always been cruel dude is also egoist to the core

Humans out of their league to Cybertronians aka transformers Power level, Tech level & weapon level Show us unlike Bayformers Human forces (army force & police force) can't hold up to Autobots and Decepticons at all!

Basically, he's the most human of them all; even right down to the criticism of him, you sound very like him!

I hate this version of Starscream . No funny moments , no honor , no redeeming qualities . Skybound Starscream SUCKS !!! 👎

Meh, this take on Starscream's boring. We have enough mindless psycho decepticons. Starscream usually gets a bit of depth and time to shine as a backstabber to megatron or maybe have slight signs of redemption or motivation outside of either faction but not this time, just a boring, mindless sociopath with no depth that dies almost immediately. Honestly my least favorite part of what's mostly a great comic.