Backbite (G1)
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| The name or term "Backbite" refers to more than one character or idea. For a list of other meanings, seeBackbite (disambiguation). |
- Backbite is aDecepticonfrom theDreamwave portionof theGeneration 1continuity family.
Backbitewas a Decepticon assassin who attempted to murderOptimus Primeduring the early stages of theGreat War.He wielded an energy sword.
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Fiction
DreamwaveGeneration Onecontinuity
Along withDarklightandUmbra,Backbite invaded theChamber of the AncientsinIacon,just as Optronix accepted theMatrix of Leadershipand became Optimus Prime. Backbite was the first to fall, briefly sparring withGrimlockandBumblebeebefore being gunned down and killed byKupandHound.The War Within #1
Notes
- Backbite was never referred to by name in the fiction; his name was given in later interviews with authorSimon Furman.[1]
- Backbite's design takes cues (the cylindrical torso and neck ring) from theoriginal Galvatron toy.
