The Transformers fan base has varying headcanons on certain aspects and functions, which while can bring some pretty interesting discussions, it can also sometimes lead to confusion. An example of this is that some consider EMF fields to be an element for Cybertronians that can be picked up on by others, while other players dismiss them entirely and don't include them in their posts, believing them not to be a thing. We strive to respect and honor these differing views, and as such, we ask that everyone be understanding of minor inconsistencies should they come up, and avoid commenting on details that don’t fully align with their own headcanons, so long as they don't impact a bigger picture.

This attribute is something we pride ourselves on.

We don't expect everyone to meet the same exact mold, but some things sadly are a bit too important to be brushed aside or hand waved. There are concepts in this fan base that would force or corner others into a weird clash where two different worlds are trying to meet, and that doesn't always go too well. It is because of this some of the things listed below are what this forum recognizes as law.

We try not to populate this with too much, and ask for your understanding with these decisions.

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While many players wish to apply human attributes like wanting families and baby bots to paired Cybertronians, this concept does not align with the forum’s guidelines or the Prime cartoon canon. Optimus Prime himself mentioned that the idea of a 'family' was new to him, a term learned only during his time on Earth.

Applicants must therefore avoid references to family roles such as mothers or fathers, or the concept of birth for their character (unless of course, you are applying as a human character!). Instead, the closest equivalent for a Cybertronian is being created as a Sparkling, akin to a designer 'pet' for the extremely wealthy. Profiles should reflect this social status accurately, given their rarity and astronomical cost.

Flyers are assumed to have a basic laser weapon when in their alternate form. This does moderate damage to medium plating, drains from Energon reserves, and cannot be used in root form. Anything more powerful, or should a character not have this trait for balance purposes, must be reflected in profile.

Grounders must apply for altmode weaponry and do not come with any standard.

Holoforms are represented in a few ways on the forum depending on the character, with some Cybertronians not having one at all. The decision on what form it takes is up to the player. This said, if a Holoform is tangible and is damaged or destroyed during a thread, yet still manages to complete its goal without consequence by simply reforming without issue, it undermines the tension and drama of the situation.

The following rules are to ensure Holoforms are used in a way that maintains realism and challenge, without becoming a cheap way to accomplish something with no risk involved.

• If a Holoform can detach from the Cybertronian's alt-mode and travel a distance to perform a task, there must be a physical component somewhere within the character projecting the imagery. This can be any setup the user chooses, such as multiple small projectors, a single large projector within the chest, or any other unique solution.

• If your character's Holoform is tangible and can physically interact with the world (e.g., picking up objects or shaking hands with a human), it is classified as a Hard-Light type. Consequently, if the Holoform is 'injured' during gameplay, your character should experience corresponding backlash or significant neurological pain that transfers to the Cybertronian form itself to reflect reasonable damage.

• Primitive, or simpler Holoforms may be immune to touch and pain but are restricted to the interior of the alt-mode or a small area around the Cybertronian.

• If Holoform technology is used to display other imagery, such as maps or graphs, this must be detailed in the character’s profile accordingly.