Interview: Ittoku Kuwazu

Interviews: Ittoku Kuwazu 

Translated & Interpreted by Jeremy Barlow © Soundwave's Oblivion 2024. 

Interview from Figure King 320 (October 2024) 

“I'm aiming to replicate the exact style I saw in the movie.” 

Brave Commander Development Story 

Ittoku Kuwazu (Development Manager) 

Ittoku Kuwazu joined Takara Tomy in 2015 after studying moulding technology at a technical university. Following his time in the production department, he requested to join the Transformers team. His first project was Studio Series 86 Jazz. As noted in this interview, he is now primarily responsible for MPG development, taking over from Kojin Ono. 

Swindle BT-09 (Binaltech, 2004)

BT-09 Destron Supply Soldier Swindle
● Function: Supply Soldier
● Transformation: Jeep Wrangler TJ Custom
One of the first wave of evil Binaltech soldiers resurrected from the 'Bad Production Incident,' caused by the Destrons' takeover of the Binaltech Project. A specialist in black market trading and weapons manufacturing, he developed a modified Cosmic Rust tactical weapon and was responsible for triggering the Binaltech Project, which affected numerous Cybertron warriors. Although he appears to have a friendly and easy-going personality, he is actually an extremely greedy, self-centred opportunist. He added his own name to the top of the list of candidates to gain a Binaltech body, overriding the injured who should have been given priority.
STR...5; INT...9; SPD...5; END...6; RNK...6; CRG...5; FPR...7; SKL...10

Tech Spec values are taken from Hirofumi Ichikawa's initial notes

Meister BT-08 (Binaltech, 2004)

 

Profile (Translated from the Character Card) 
BT-08 Cybertron Lieutenant Meister
● Function: Lieutenant
● Transformation: Mazda RX-8
Well-versed in Earth's culture and trusted as Commander Convoy's right-hand man, Meister was one of the few members of the Cybertron Earth Command to escape the ravages of Cosmic Rust. However, to carry out a top-secret investigation crucial to the survival of the Binaltech Project, his consciousness was transferred to a transformable body made by Mazda. This provided him with a more discreet appearance and GT System-compatibility, resulting in his rebirth as a new Binaltech warrior. In conjunction with his partner, a replica automaton, he utilises his superior intelligence to execute dangerous missions with style.
● Weapon(s): Photon Rifle, Flamethrower
STR...5; INT...9; SPD...7; END...7; RNK...8; CRG...9; FPR...5; SKL...10

Tech Spec values are taken from Hirofumi Ichikawa's initial notes

Hot Rodimus X Syaosyao BTA-05

 

Profile (Translated from the Character Card) 
Hot Rodimus x Syaosyao 
Cybertron Warrior Hot Rodimus
● Function: Cavalier
● Transformation: Ford GT
● Ability:
When he fuses with Syaosyao, his two original photon lasers transform into a pair of tonfas, designed for close combat. Similarly, his favourite fishing rod merges with his arm to become a triple exhaust eliminator.
● Profile*
A young Cybertron with many aspirations, he became the new Cybertron leader, succeeding Convoy, who was killed in the 2005 Unicron War. After hurling Galvatron into outer space, Galvatron crashed on Earth, causing the destruction of a city. Overwhelmed with guilt, Hot Rodimus passed the Matrix of Leadership to Ultra Magnus and travelled to Earth alone. After passing through the anti-electron field installed around Earth by humans, Hot Rodimus's functionality was under critical strain. A mysterious group of Transformers known as 'Legion' suddenly appeared and attempted parasitech fusion with him. However, he was saved with a kiss from Syaosyao, a girl with Kiss Player abilities. This reformatting granted Hot Rodimus a new body and kung fu skills.
● Weapon(s): Photon Laser Gun, Exhaust Eliminator

*The card reads “Abilities” (能力) however, this is an error

Autorooper x Atari BTA-06

 

Autorooper x Atari (Collectors Card Bio)
Autorooper Ne-04
●Function: Police Officer
●Transformation: Patrol Car
An artificial Transformer created by the Earth Defence Command (E.D.C.) using advanced Transformers' technology, designed specifically to combat the Transformers themselves. They are deployed to protect and eliminate the mysterious Transformer group, 'Legion', from the capital city, Tokyo. As of 2006, a total of 48 units are active, with 4 units assigned to each platoon within E.D.C. Tokyo. Individually, they possess autonomous thinking and action capabilities comparable to those of the original Transformers. However, due to the superior combat abilities of the enemy Legion, they can only match those abilities by kiss-fusing with human Kiss Players. Although they have a relatively gentle and hardworking nature, they can be quite overbearing. While they generally share the same personality traits, each unit develops slightly different characteristics based on their individual Kiss Player partners, as they operate independently. Unit 'Ne-04' switched its partner from “Shaoshao Li” to “Atari Hitotonari”. Upon its initial fusion with Atari, it exhibited berserker-like combat prowess. Additionally, it occasionally displays a reprimanding attitude towards its new partner.
●Weapon(s): Kremzeek Gun & Gatling Pylon

Smokescreen GT BT-07 (Binaltech, 2004)

 

BT-07 Cybertron Tactician Smokescreen GT
● Function: Tactician
● Transformation: Subaru Impreza WRC 2004
The most recent iteration of Smokescreen now features the innovative "Genetronic Translink" technology, to compensate for the critical shortage within the Cybertron Earth Guard. This breakthrough enables the creation of clones from an individual and they share a singular spark. As a result, up to four Smokescreens can now function simultaneously. However, the potential impact of this experimental technology on the vital activities and mental equilibrium of the Transformers remains uncertain. Consequently, deploying them into combat at their maximum operating range is considered a last resort.
● Weapon(s): Electro Disruptor Rifle; Blaster Launcher
STR...4; INT...9; SPD...8; END...6; RNK...6; CRG...8; FPR...8; SKL...9

Tech Spec values are taken from Hirofumi Ichikawa's initial notes

Tracks BT-06 (Binaltech, 2004)

BT-06 Cybertron Warrior Tracks
● Function: Warrior
● Transformation: Chevrolet Corvette
Tracks cherishes his Earth vehicle mode and is deeply connected to his Binaltech body, meticulously crafted by General Motors with their full resources. His vanity has intensified over time, making him increasingly self-conscious. He loathes any harm that befalls his body, and this heightened concern has sometimes led to lapses in concentration during battles, putting his own safety at risk. Presently, he's been entrusted with a significant role as one of the few Cybertrons capable of flight. With unwavering courage, he thrusts himself into perilous battlefields, relying on advanced force-field technology to bolster his defences.
● Weapon(s): Black Beam Gun; Heat Seeking Incendiary Missiles; Dual Plasma Shotgun
STR...6; INT...6; SPD...7; END...8; RNK...5; CRG...6; FPR...9; SKL...8

Tech Spec values are taken from Hirofumi Ichikawa's initial notes