Transformers # 27 Cover A First Printing 2025 BN

Transformers #27, released on December 10, 2025, marks a significant turning point in the Skybound Energon Universe as the Autobots move from survival to a proactive strategy to rid Earth of Decepticons. Written by Robert Kirkman with art by Dan Mora, this issue focuses on shifting allegiances and leadership changes rather than large-scale combat. 

Plot and Character Developments

This issue is described by reviewers as a "bridge issue" that resets the status quo through several major character shifts. 

• Thundercracker's Defection: In a major development, Thundercracker officially joins the Autobots. Motivated by a distaste for Decepticon cruelty toward humans, he even receives "Little Red Head" Autobot logo stickers for his wings.
• Arcee Becomes "Arcee Magnus": Struggling with PTSD from his torture by Shockwave, Ultra Magnus decides he is a liability and steps down from his leadership role, appointing Arcee as the new Magnus.
• Autobot Reinforcements: Several classic characters are introduced or return to the Earth-bound roster, including Bulkhead, Brawn, Blaster, Sideswipe, and a returned Jetfire.
• Decepticon Activity: The Decepticons conduct a classic 1980s-style raid on a hydroelectric power plant to fill Energon cubes, featuring Skywarp (who recently escaped Autobot custody).
• Cybertron and Human Subplots: On Cybertron, Cliffjumper is stalked by a vengeful, damaged Shockwave. On Earth, human politics heat up as General Flagg physically incapacitates the traitorous Miles Mayhem.