Transformers #29 (Image Comics, 2025)
Transformers #29 (February 2026), published by Image Comics and Skybound. Can't Autobots and Decepticons just get along? No! Because then the Transformers would be boring. Transformers #29 brings wall-to-wall action as the entire issue explodes as one huge, enormous battle scene.
Transformers #29 Story Summary
After Megatron murders one of the Autobots in cold blood, the Autobots are prepared to show no mercy. The Decepticons launch an attack to free Shockwave from the Ark, but Optimus Prime and the Autobots are going to fight them to the bitter end.
Transformers #29 is like an all-out Transformers war. From the first punch to the last explosion, Kirkman and Dan Moro craft an epic action scene for the ages. It's like playing with your Transformers toys on the shag carpet, but with more robot blood and gore.
Everyone is invited. Optimus Prime, Megatron, Devastator, Bruticus, Laser Beak, Rumble, Skywarp, Shredhead, Arcee Magnus, Mirage, Jazz, Bulkhead, Thundercracker, Soundwave, Ravage, Jetfire, Sideswipe, and more. It's beautiful chaos!
During the battle, Megatron prepares to murder Thundercracker once and for all, but he has another one of his "episodes". The Decepticons retreat, but a very disgruntled Elita-1 shows up to cause even more problems.
Transformers #29 Creative Team
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Writer: Robert Kirkman
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Artist: Dan Mora
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Colorist: Sarah Stern
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Letterer: Russ Wooton
- Editor: Ben Abernathy
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Transformers #29 FAQ
What happens in Transformers #29?
After Megatron brutally murders Trailbreaker in Transformers #28, the Cybertronian war erupts into full‑scale chaos as the Decepticons launch a brutal assault on the Ark to free Shockwave, but Optimus Prime and his forces are ready to fight to the bitter end. What follows is a nonstop, wall‑to‑wall battle filled with explosions, betrayals, and shifting loyalties; a massive, sprawling war scene that feels like dumping every Transformer toy onto the shag carpet and smashing them together, but with far more robot blood and gore.
Who are the main characters in Transformers #29?
The main characters in Transformers #29 include Optimus Prime, Megatron, Shockwave, Thundercracker, Devastator, Bruticus, Arcee Magnus, Mirage, Jazz, Bulkhead, Jetfire, Skywarp, Rumble, Laserbeak, Soundwave, Ravage, Shredhead, and Sideswipe — along with a huge supporting cast of Autobots and Decepticons joining the all‑out war.
Who is the villain in Transformers #29?
The primary villain is Megatron, whose cold‑blooded murder of an Autobot ignites the conflict and whose violent “episodes” threaten both his enemies and his own troops. The Decepticons as a whole serve as the antagonistic force, with Shockwave’s rescue mission driving the plot.
When was Transformers #29 released?
Image Comics and Skybound released Transformers #29 in February 2026.
Who created Transformers #29?
Transformers #29 was created by the Energon Universe team:
- Writer: Robert Kirkman
- Artist: Dan Mora
- Colorist: Sarah Stern
- Letterer: Russ Wooton
- Editor: Ben Abernathy
Is Transformers #29 a good comic?
Yes. Transformers #29 is a massive, beautifully choreographed battle issue with explosive action, sharp pacing, and standout artwork. It’s one of the most kinetic and visually intense chapters in the Energon Universe so far.
Is Transformers #29 important to the series?
Absolutely. This issue marks a major escalation in the Autobot–Decepticon war, features a pivotal death, advances Megatron’s unstable condition, and sets up new conflicts, including the arrival of a very angry Elita‑1 at the end.
Do you need to read earlier Transformers comics before issue #29?
Yes. Transformers #29 builds directly on the events of the previous issues, especially Megatron’s deteriorating state, Shockwave’s imprisonment, and the rising tensions within both factions. Reading earlier issues provides essential context.
Is Transformers #29 part of the Energon Universe?
Yes. Transformers #29 is a core installment in Skybound’s Energon Universe, connecting to Void Rivals and the G.I. Joe titles like Duke and Cobra Commander.
What is the Transformers (Skybound) series about?
Skybound’s Transformers series reimagines the Autobot–Decepticon war with a grounded, emotional tone. It explores the cost of conflict, the fragile alliances between factions, and the catastrophic consequences of Cybertron’s civil war spilling onto Earth.
Who created the Transformers characters?
The Transformers franchise originated in the 1980s through a collaboration between Hasbro and Takara, with Marvel Comics writer Bob Budiansky developing many of the iconic names and personalities.
What is the Energon Universe?
The Energon Universe is Skybound’s interconnected comic universe uniting Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Void Rivals into a shared continuity filled with sci‑fi action, military drama, and character‑driven storytelling.
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