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He wasn’t built for war.

He was built to explore.

A scientist. A seeker of truth.

But when truth became a weapon, Jetfire made the choice that would define his legacy—he walked away. From the Decepticons. From Starscream. From everything he once knew. Not because he was weak, but because conscience cost more than conquest.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we uncover the story of Jetfire—the defector, the believer, the warrior who proved change is always possible. From his G1 origins to IDW’s conflicted idealist, to his sacrificial final stand, Jetfire’s story isn’t just about war—it’s about principle, sacrifice, and redemption.

We explore:

– His transformation from Decepticon scientist to Autobot ally

– The rivalry and tragedy of his bond with Starscream

– Why redemption isn’t about applause, but persistence

– And how walking away from power can take more courage than wielding it

Because Jetfire shows us something rare in Transformers:

That even in war, we can still choose who we become.

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He doesn’t speak.

He doesn’t stop.

And when the gates of Hell open… he walks in.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we unleash the story of the Doom Slayer—the unrelenting force feared by Hell itself. From his origins in the fall of Argent D’Nur to his brutal crusade across DOOM (2016) and DOOM Eternal, this is more than a fight for survival. It’s a war to end Hell forever.

Is he a man forged by tragedy?

Or a wrath born to tear demons apart until nothing remains?

We explore:

– The Slayer’s ancient origins and the fall of Argent D’Nur

– His relentless battles against demons, titans, and gods

– How his legend grew into Hell’s greatest fear

– And why his mission can only end one way

Whether you know him as the Marine, the Slayer, or the one Hell fears most, this is the definitive story of gaming’s most unstoppable warrior.

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He survived death.

He survived time.

He survived the unraveling of history itself.

But Galvatron’s story isn’t one of triumph—it’s a warning.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we explore the tyrant forged from Megatron’s shattered shell, reforged by Unicron’s hand, and doomed to endure across timelines, wars, and worlds. From his unhinged reign in G1, to his time-lost crusades in Marvel, to his ancient warrior roots in IDW, Galvatron’s legacy is one of power without purpose—and survival without healing.

Was he a conqueror who outlived his era?

Or a ghost who refused to fade?

We explore:

– How Unicron’s rebirth turned Megatron into something stronger… and infinitely more unstable

– Marvel’s time-twisting Galvatrons, both fighting to escape their fate and sealing it instead

– IDW’s Galvatron, a relic of endless war with no place in peacetime

– And the pattern every version shares: that survival alone corrodes what it’s meant to protect

Whether you know him as Unicron’s herald, a fractured warlord, or the shadow of Megatron, this is the definitive story of why Galvatron proves you can survive anything—

and still lose everything.

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He didn’t scream.

He didn’t plead.

And when the galaxy burned around him, Darth Vader endured.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we uncover the shattered soul beneath the mask. From Jedi prodigy to Sith enforcer, from war hero to galactic terror, Vader’s journey is more than a fall—it’s a battle for identity, for legacy, and for redemption.

Was he the Emperor’s greatest weapon?

Or a prisoner waiting for the right moment to break free?

We explore:

– Anakin Skywalker’s transformation into Darth Vader

– The myth of the Chosen One and the manipulation behind it

– How fear became Vader’s most terrifying power

– And why, despite it all, the light never fully left him

Whether you revere his might in Rogue One, his pain in Revenge of the Sith, or his final choice in Return of the Jedi, this episode confronts the question at the heart of the Star Wars saga:

Why couldn’t the Dark Side keep him?

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Megatronus was forged for greatness.

A Prime. A brother. A guardian of the stars.

But when love became grief—and grief became purpose—he didn’t rise.

He fell.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we unravel the legacy of Megatronus, better known as The Fallen. From The Covenant of Primus to IDW’s twisted time loop, to the Dreamwave cults and the Bayverse apocalypse, his story echoes across the multiverse in flame, shadow, and sorrow.

This isn’t just the tale of a traitor.

It’s the story of what happens when belief turns to obsession—

when guilt calcifies into dogma—

and when even the noblest lose sight of who they were.

Because Megatronus didn’t fall out of ambition.

He fell because he believed he was right.

So what happens…

when a Prime trades mercy for certainty?

And who do we become when we do the same?

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Mewtwo was never meant to choose.

It was created—not born—stitched from the DNA of a mythical Pokémon and forced into existence by human ambition. A weapon. A lab experiment. A god with no past and no permission to ask why.

And yet… it asked anyway.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we descend into the full legacy of Mewtwo—across anime, manga, and film—to uncover what makes it one of the most complex and quietly tragic figures in pop culture.

From its violent awakening in Mewtwo Strikes Back, to its quiet transformation in the Pokémon Adventures manga, to its moments of empathy in Genesect and the Legend Awakened and Detective Pikachu—Mewtwo’s story is not about conquest.

It’s about choice.

This is the tale of a being designed to destroy, who instead searched for meaning, agency, and identity in a world that never wanted it to be free.

So what happens… when a god refuses to be your weapon?

And instead chooses its own path?

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There are villains who conquer.

There are villains who believe.

And then… there’s Overlord.

A Decepticon Phase Sixer engineered for escalation, Overlord wasn’t created to win battles—he was built to end them. From Masterforce and Zone to Last Stand of the Wreckers and Requiem, this is the story of a monster who didn’t just thrive in war… he became it.

But what happens when the war ends?

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we explore Overlord’s brutal legacy, his terrifying evolution across Transformers continuities, and the deeper lesson he forces us to confront:

🧠 What do we become when we chase victory without values?

⚠️ What happens when we build monsters—then act surprised when they behave like monsters?

🔥 Whether you’re a lifelong Transformers fan or just love great villain storytelling, this is an unflinching look at one of the most terrifying figures in Cybertronian history.

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Tarn wasn’t a conqueror. He wasn’t a warlord.

He was something far more dangerous—a believer.

In this haunting deep dive, Disassembled: Heroes and Villains unpacks the story of Tarn and the Decepticon Justice Division—a group so feared, even Decepticons whispered their names. But behind the executions, the list, and the voice that could kill… was a tragic spiral of loyalty turned lethal.

We trace Tarn’s descent from prison commandant to ideological enforcer, revealing how his obsession with Megatron’s teachings destroyed not only others—but himself. And in doing so, we confront a terrifying truth: when belief becomes identity, even mercy becomes treason.

This episode explores:

• The emotional horror of Grindcore Prison
• Tarn’s manipulation of Skids and betrayal of Quark
• The DJD’s most chilling executions
• Cross-franchise parallels to Vader, Magneto, and Zamasu
• What real-world extremism teaches us about blind devotion

If you’ve ever asked how a hero becomes a villain—this is the answer.

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He spoke little.

But he heard everything.

And in the shadows of the Decepticon Empire, no one was more trusted—or more feared—than Soundwave.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we dissect the silent sentinel of Megatron’s inner circle. From G1 to IDW, from cold enforcer to tragic ideologue, Soundwave’s evolution reveals a character shaped by surveillance, loyalty, and silence weaponized.

Was Soundwave just Megatron’s spy?

Or was he the only true believer?

We explore:

– Soundwave’s origin as a watcher rather than a warrior

– How his loyalty was both his greatest virtue and deepest flaw

– His surprising tenderness toward his cassettes and comrades

– And the unsettling truth: that information—not firepower—wins wars

Whether you’re a fan of his stoic G1 presence or his revolutionary role in IDW’s More Than Meets the Eye, this episode reveals the inner workings of the Decepticons’ most enigmatic asset.

Because Soundwave didn’t just follow Megatron…

He amplified him.

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He was born a warrior.

But he died a philosopher.

And in between, Dinobot gave us one of the most profound redemption arcs in Transformers history.

In this episode of Disassembled: Heroes and Villains, we journey into the legacy of Dinobot—from his turbulent beginnings in Beast Wars, to his iconic final stand, and the spiritual echoes of his sacrifice that reverberate across the multiverse.

Dinobot wasn’t a hero in the traditional sense.

He betrayed his team. He questioned his path.

But in the end, he chose principle over survival—and honor over allegiance.

Through gripping narration and deep continuity analysis, we explore:

– Dinobot’s internal conflict between predatory instinct and personal code

– How his death became a blueprint for what it means to choose to be good

– His symbolic role as the Transformers franchise’s version of a fallen samurai

– And the enduring question: can a single act of courage redeem a lifetime of violence?

This episode is a love letter to the warrior who walked into battle knowing he wouldn’t return—and did it anyway.

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