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Transformers One: Megatron's Red Eyes - The Untold Story of the Decepticon Leader

With all the robot action in Transformers! This newest movie Transformers One is set to give viewers an origin story that shows just how these iconic heroes and villains really came to be!

The Evolution Of Megatron

What's more interesting about Transformers One is that you get to see these transformations happen in a brand new way, which may be familiar for those who have seen earlier adaptations.

Transformers One is going back in time. It really explains just how D-16 becomes the leader of the Decepticons called Megatron.

Fans who have enjoyed the series can all appreciate how Orion Pax, and Optimus Prime, became leaders! The story shows their special connection!

The Secrets Behind Megatron's Eyes

D-16 / Megatron and Orion Pax / Optimus Prime become enemies in Transformers One Image

If you are looking for those interesting and symbolic moments? Megatron's eye change is a huge signal and moment for viewers! They're an easy giveaway for a darker turn, and even gives the impression of "evil." The movie goes even further and explains this is the main, core way to identify Decepticons from Autobots!

A Journey Of Betrayal

Autobots and Deception Logo With Optimus Prime and Megaton Custom Transformers One Image Image

As this story is coming together we find that the heroes of the movie are trying their best to survive. There's a dark reveal of "Sentinel Prime", a leader in Cybertron who seems like he doesn't have the best interests in mind!

  • It's not clear who the real enemy is in "Transformers One"! That was one of the moments that made it an amazing story.
  • The real conflict really comes between two best friends D-16 and Orion Pax!

The show, in this instance is really highlighting how two best friends have their own worldviews, each going their separate ways!

  • Orion Pax, really feels the need for everyone on Cybertron to join forces to bring harmony.
  • And D-16 believes the time is right for an extreme change.

Their ideas are a lot more distinct as their belief systems collide. In Transformers One it appears they want to punish a traitor and end it! But at what cost! What makes D-16 even more complex is he turns against his best friend Orion Pax in a moment of passion, pushing him to his ultimate demise!

And the big question- D-16 eyes are super distinct and that's what makes the scene so intense, that in an instant, he shifts to a new color- red. It's a symbol of this ultimate betrayal!

What The Eye Color Means for The Decepticons

The first group of Decepticons gather in Transformers One Image

This is one of those scenes where everything shifts! As a "Decepticon," with this major power shift he shows that his plans have a darker objective!

Fans who have seen the classic version, will love this update that follows tradition, as many of the Decepticons, almost always have red eyes! While the Autobots in Transformers almost always sport blue eyes, in Transformers One we see this connection as well. D-16's yellow eyes make him a one of a kind character, with his future set up to lead toward his demise.

"Lockdown", is one of the Decepticons, and if you think the world of Transformers always has to follow that pattern you might be wrong. You'll have a rare exception as he has green eyes!

It's one of those exciting aspects about these super powerful robot warriors! You will also see how Orion Pax changes visually into Optimus Prime in "Transformers One." They really created something that would leave even those who know a lot about the Transformers universe saying "Wow!.". It's pretty amazing how these new additions are creating so much hype! But to go through this wild journey! Be sure to check out "Transformers One. You might just be surprised at how many elements from this latest iteration really create so much to love.

Make sure to give this animated movie a try, you won't want to miss the new version of these epic heroes, their story that really delves into the beginnings and just what it takes to get to the top, and this incredible tale.

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