User blog:Bzero/Centuritron – Valvolux for Valvoluxians!

A citizen journalist posts shaky footage taken from within a murmuring crowd. Standing on a stage erected in the main square of Valvolux is a large mech. Antennae spout from the back of his head. His upper chest is formed from the front of a helicopter, and his midsection is the cockpit of a fighter jet. Looking out over the crowd, the mech begins to speak in a powerful, booming voice.

“My fellow Valvoluxians,” the mech calls out. “Ever since the Decepticons tried to join us to their empire, the Autobots and the Dominicons have taken it upon themselves to determine the fate of Valvolux. Without even asking our opinion, they invaded our town, bringing fighting to the streets and causing untold damage and loss of life. Now, they help us rebuild, but at what cost? The Autobots have left an ‘embassy’ of spies, and the Dominicons seek to control our city-state outright.”

“In response to these efforts, we say ‘No!’ No! to Autobot spies among us. No! to Dominicon control. Only we of Valvolux can determine our fate. The Dominicons may have swayed our protector to their cause, but he alone does not speak for all of us. He may be strong, but he is no leader.” The mech stands up straighter. “I am! For those that don’t know me, my name is Centuritron. I will guide and protect you – for the interests of Valvolux, NOT these interlopers.”

Centuritron clenches his fist and raises it above him. “Resist! Resist the incursion of the Autobots! Reject the influence of the Dominicons! Embrace self-governance, of Valvolux, for Valvolux! We will not be a pawn in their war. The Dominicons betrayed their last alliance – what makes us think they won’t do the same to us? Selfish, backstabbing oathbreakers will not lead us. I will. Join me in making Valvolux powerful again! For Valvolux!” He raises his other fist and the crowd cheers. The recording ends.