Nemesis
Starscream sits down in his quarters to plot out the Antarctic expedition. His mechs had just finished retrieving information from the natives electronic databases on the defenses stationed there.

 

Ginrai crawled out from one of the nearby alleyways.
"I found a group of civilians holed up in buildings, got them out. How are we doing getting our team out?" He asked, rejoining the main group.

 

"Everyone here seems to be severely damaged. Is it always like this?"
Optimus asks with worry

 

"No, it isn't. The Decepticons have never made a push on that many fronts before."

 

"They must have been preparing for Megatron coming. This all acting as a distraction of sort."

 

"Makes sense, keep us busy so we don't notice a ship coming in."

 

Optimus sighs
"Once my team lands, we need to find Megatron before he causes more death."

 

"I appreciate the assist. I doubt we could have handled all those new Cons on our own."

 

"Without a doubt I would have sent resources to help you and your planet. You all sacrifice so much for a war that isn't even your own."
Optimus states as he turns to the destroyed landmarks

 

"For me this is personal. A few days after I bonded with the truck, the Decepticons found where I work...killed some of my coworkers. Friends."

 

"Either case, i still appreciate the support."
Prime states as he helps lift Heatwave.
"Lets get to the base so we can plan."