TRANSFORMERS: THE BASICS on SIXSHOT 

"Sixshot, show them what a one robot army is." - Galvatron.

From what I heard, Sixshot was considered to be one of the main antagonists in Animated, but Hasbro said no to that because creating a six changer at the time was expensive, and so Blitzwing took his place

“...offlined by...” Oh, here it comes! “...a killcode installed by Megatron...” Wut? I’m sorry, I thought a Cosmically Powered Starscream was only thing that could offline bots around here.

"Six Shots son. Don't ask me how that works." At this point we have multiple options lol.

Sixshot taught Cyclonus how to count.

Man, Sixshot is the physical definition of Overkill, the wolf mode is my favorite

It’s almost disrespectful how they didn’t utilize him any more after spotlight metroplex

It's pretty impressive how the original toy's different forms still look OK despite the engineering clusterfuck that it probably was in the R&D department. Somehow it managed to look better than the Triple Changers.

I do like the theory that Sixshot changed how he looked and became a wandering ronin helping the Autobots when they needed it. I might have to hunt down a Great Shot since I have Star Saber and Victory Leo coming in later this year.

I love it everytime when you say "The Head masters"

I think my favorite Sixshot mode is his wolf mode. I'm a sucker for the beasts. I was initially angry with him for killing Ultra Magnus, but his turnaround at the end of Headmasters won me over.

Man I would have loved to see this guy in transformers prime

It's the Ninja Consultant of the Decepticons! He's going to send Chromedome to *HELL!!!!*

This might be outside the purview of The Basics, but as a bonus fun fact: Sixshot's toy was retooled into Shadowmaru from Brave Police J-Decker and his prototype/older brother Kagerou, though no toy was made of him.

"Don't ask me how that happened." TF Fanon: 😏

"These people are doomed, they're only heading directly to their own grave."

Fans: So, Chris, even though you're on holiday, could you make a new video? Chris McFeely: Like shooting Cyberducks in a barrel!

I actually really like the change of gun to submarine, for two reasons. One I've always hated mass shifting with a vengeance even as a child and I especially hated transformers who mass shited into weapons because I felt that it took away their independence (Vos and Targetmasters get passes on this). And two, water was the last environment that Autobots could use to escape from Sixshot, no they're not safe anywhere and if he wants to take one down he can follow them to the ends of the universe if he has to.

"All right listen up, I'm the ninja consultant of the Decepticons. My name is Sixshot...now that you know who I am, look out!" *shoots Ultra Magnus*

They need to have Sixshot in a show again. He's way too underrated for his status as a six-changer. Kinda want to see him fight Quickswitch as well, who could maybe help influence Sixshot's change into this hypothetical show's Greatshot.

You forgot to mention that SixShot toy was used on the anime series Brave Police J-Decker as the Ninja officer Shadowmaru

For my own Transformers series, I created a bit more of a sadder story for Sixshot: A bot created with five alternate modes, he was mocked by society for his difference, but that made him a powerful ally to join the Decepticons, handpicked alongside Drift, Soundwave, Skywarp, and Quake. Originally not having his Phase Sixer upgrade, Sixshot served Megatron as one of his best assassins, gaining information on Sentinel Prime’s whereabouts so Megatron could kill him, and also eliminating an Omega Sentinel. However, because his skill wasn’t as powerful as it would become later on, he was quickly defeated by Optimus Prime, rushing into Kaon to battle Megatron after an attack by the Decepticon leader left Elita-One badly injured. Sixshot, however, was repaired, and fell in love with a Decepticon female, and started a family with her, creating Quickswitch. However, with the Autobot/Decepticon war continuing, their happiness couldn’t remain, and Sixshot’s wife was killed by the Autobot Leadfoot. Sixshot couldn’t find Quickswitch anywhere as well, and that left the Decepticon distraught. Growing angry, he fought harder for the cons, becoming one of their most powerful allies, and winning many battles.

Sixshot would be fun as heck to play. In a Transformers game even if you could only use 2 out of his 6 alt modes at a time.

Shame how Sixshot kinda just vanished from IDW after Metroplex stepped on him. You'd think John Barber would have had a few ideas for him, but his last mention implied he was killed by the Throttlebots. Energon Six Shot was an unfortunate casualty of that show's aversion to finishing plotlines, as well. You'd think someone in the Autobots would tell him "no, Megatron killed your brother. You should do something about that." But presumably that plotline was too interesting. Also, best Sixshot mode is the jet, no contest.

The Brave series show Brave Police J-Decker actually reused Sixshot twice, as Shadowmaru and his prototype Kagerou, thus reusing the ninja motif that Japanese Sixshot had. Shadowmaru had all 6 forms (the gun form only featured in 1 episode, and was not actually in his design, but aliens. ), Kagerou was only a triple changer (car, dragon, mech).

Excellent like always. I wasn't aware of GreatShot's relation to Sixshot I think that's a great and interesting story.

"These people are DOOMED! They're only heading directly to their own GRAY!"

It would have been cool if we had a full season 4 of the original series with a Decepticon civil war between Galvatron and Scorpinoc with Decepticons like Sixshot playing both sides.

Sixshot: My armour is indestructible Optimus: (punches him so hard he cracks his armour) Sixshot: (surprised Pikachu face) *NANI?!*

This brought new meaning to Greatshots role in Victory.

I like the Tank mode, but my favourite mode is the Winged Wolf mode!

Now this backstory of changing sides, and getting a new form/purpose is why your channel and content is the best. I truly knew nothing about ole Six here other than having the original toy as a kid, knew of the Titans Return toy from EmGo, and how he was big in Headmaster's. But knew nothing of GreatShot and his alliance with StarSaber etc. Awesome

This character has a rather unique and fun gimmick and it's a shame that his presence in the franchise is so minimal, especially in animation. It would make a world of difference if Sixshot got to have more opportunities to appear in future Transformers shows, because there's alot he could do. Great stuff as always Chris.

Omg I'm watching Transformers Victory and I was thinking to myself that Greatshot may be Sixshot, but I didn't know that it was an actual fan theory or that the Legends manga confirmed it and I love that it's true ❤

Glad to hear Sixshot has a role in 2019 IDW continuity. For Hasbro to take this LONG to realize how awesome he is is shameful. Takara-Tomy did him justice from the beginning, even redeeming him after his time in the anime ended.

This was the first character who shot up on my favorite list once I started digging deeper into the G1 canon, before that I already liked Soundwave and Shockwave from other media like the Cybertron video games. Also, you forgot to mention that in some weird Japanese canon, he owns the Matrix of Evil.

It's amusing how Sixshot's biggest scalps in the cartoon all came against unarmed opponents

The powerful, scary villain turned antihero is a trope that I genuinely love :)

I would have made a much bigger deal of Sixshot in American media, he was a highlight for me in the Japanese headmasters show. I wish they had used him like that in the US comics at least, preferably the final 3 episodes of the show too

Sixshot has a lot of potential to become a great antagonist. If he ever appears in Travis Knight’s newly rebooted Transformers cinematic universe, I think he might be a memorable character like Shatter and Dropkick.

I recall that quote. Transformers G1 ended in the US just as the toys began to get really cool! My personal favorite was Slugslinger. Great Stuff as always. I look forward to your content each week/bi weekly!

I love sixshot his 6 modes,his characterization,even his arsenal are memorable to me Heck! I didn't even know about him that much until this video show up

I knew very little about Sixshot, but he's whole apperence and powers are so cool! Even his quote mentioned at the end of this episode is pretty wise and a bit relatable

It’s amazing when they somehow manage to make it look like a robot is wearing a swimsuit like at 9:06

I still remember the christmas i got Sixshot, and also his appearance in that movie, where he was sitting beside the kid and gave him what look like a cereal bar.

Energon SixShot is the only incarnation I knew about before watching this video. As for my favorite mode, I like the winged Wolf mode.

Frankly I'm surprised Hasbro hasn't done more robots with five alternate modes. That's some play value right there.

Ok so here's my theory. Nitro Zeus is the Bayverse version of Energon Sixshot, hence why he was so angered by the death of Shockwave.

The basics on octane or barricade octane is one of my favorite transformers

Thanks bud, outside of the name and his IDW stuff I didn't know anything about him. I always look forward to your stuff as you cover the obsucure bots and not just the main G1 guys.

I hope younger generation can know how awesome he is (my son don't believe when i say there is transformers who have six alt-mode until i show him this video)

My favorite Sixshot alt form is probably the wolf, although the space jet is pretty good for traversal purposes.

He is my favorite transformer. I appreciate you taking the time to make this video. He is also in that brave decker police force anime too from what I've read online.

Had an idea for a character based on Sixshot ages ago: Basically, they used the various alt modes as a means of being an ambassador figure to each cybertronian caste.

My favourite of Sixshot's modes is the tank, because it looks like a scorpion. The spikes on the front wheels when turned sideways look like claws, and the turret arcs overhead like a scorpion's tail...

His submarine mode is the best thing ever happened to the toy line XD

It was fun learning more about the character. When he showed up in the G1 cartoon he left a serious impression on me, needless to say I was pumped when Titans Return announced a figure of him.

@Chris McFeely: Great Job on the Sixshot video, man! I absolutely LOVE Sixshot! He's probably the one of my favorite Transformers next to Soundwave! Also, my favorite modes that Sixshot turns into would probably have to be his winged-wolf mode!

Last OG Transformer I got, well after I had quit playing with them. Still have him, he was one of the best of my OG toys. Much more durable than earlier toys without the hokie looks of later toys. He still holds up today. Other than the expensive collectibles, Six Shot looks as good as any new transformer.

Love his Titan figure. Got to say I love his jet/star fighter mode. He will also be Transformers greatest ninja.

I would like to see a story line on how he got his forms

2:16 It is the best SHOT in the show!

I hope that whoever came up with his idea got a MAJOR raise.

got him new on my 9th bday. still have him and the original packaging ;)

"Don't ask me how that works!" Oh God, that gave me flashbacks to back when Tramp was active in the fandom.

"We keep losing to the autobots! we need...a ninja consultant!"

I had the old G1 toy when I was little, and picked up the MMC Terminus Hexatron figure a few years ago. Regardless of version, the tank has always been my favourite, with the starfighter mode being a close second.

I like the animal mode of Sixshot. I did notice the Japanese created ninja Night Bird (from the Original Transformer TV show "Enter the Night Bird") had helped Sixshot fake his own death. Timestamp 07:54 - 08:03. Did she become a transformer or just brought out of stasis to help in "killing" Sixshot?

Gun modes have been the millstone around the necks of this franchise. It's so easy to engineer in a toy, but it's so dang hard to make work in cartoons or comics! Then add growing societal issues with fake guns, just for the extra drama. The main villain of the franchise had an alt mode that required someone to hold him tightly, and no amount of new alt modes or retcons will ever change that.

Another great video, can't wait for the next one. I never really thought much about Six Shot when he first came out, as I never knew much about him

I'm a HUGE fan of Sixshot and his six modes! The only figure I have of him, though, would happen to be the Leader Class Six Shot from the Titans Return line, and even that I enjoy! I suppose, if I had to pick which alternate mode I like most, it'd probably have to be the wolf mode - especially how, in the case of the Titans Return figure, the Titan Master Revolver cleverly plugs into the back of the wolf's head. Of course, I haven't tried it yet, but I'd certainly like to try and replicate that "Wingwolf" mode from that one Episode where he defeated Ultra Magnus. Y'know, just to challenge myself a bit (the other alternate mode transformations are difficult enough to memorise themselves). :)

Though it is not directly related to the Transfomers franchise but there is a robot which not only looks similar but also transformers into similar modes(vehicle, beast etc.) It's name is Shadowmaru in a Japanese animation called 'The Brave of Police J-DECKER' which was aired from 1994 to 1995. I believe the toy of Shadowmaru had been inspired by Sixshot/Greatshot. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-qbOD5lAjnAE.html The link above is a video I found that shows the comparison(to me it's more like resemblance) of Shadowmaru, Sixshot and Greatshot in beast and vehicle mode.

I just watched Victory again a few weeks ago and unless I fell asleep while watching it and had a wild dream I could have swore they went over him becoming an Autobot.

Great video as always, as a person who has only seen the G1 TV show this series is a great help to me. I only have one request. When will we get Full-tilt?!

I love the wolf form and that was one of the Transformers I wanted as a child but could never find.

I remember having this Transformer sixshot toy back in 1987. I didn't know who he was but I do remember this kind of mint and purple color scheme.

His catch-phrase should be "Sixshot's the name, transformation's my game"

I loved the toy as a child - till a nasty drop as a spaceship in my kitchen broke him : ( - and I love his Titans Return update. Hard to pick a favourite alt mode, most of them are awesome! And the "submarine" mode on the Titans Return figure is still the laser gun mode, you've just gotta turn it upside down

The HeadMaster Six Shot toys can transform extra 2 forms, submarine or ship boat & base mode.

I always wondered about this guy and I thought he was pretty cool😎 and I stand corrected thanks for explaining him you best transformers explainer😄😎😊👍🏻!!!

This was a great one. Found out somethings I didn't know. Always appreciate this show.

Have to say, wasn’t expecting to see Sixshot in “a bold new era” so soon.

Loved Sixshot, best Transformers toy I had.

Sixshot and Quickswitch are father and son in that Quickswitch was built using Sixshot's schematics with some alterations to it. Quickswitch is also a member of the Six clan.

I wasn't that much of a fan of six shot but after hearing his redemption story, he's really growing on me.

I really enjoyed this video a lot. My favorite mode of six shot is his wolf mode

You're videos are so good that I can't understand how you don't have 10 times the subscribers. I tell every nerd friend about this channel

Six-shot is my favorite Transformer of all I fell in love with the character when I first saw his introduction commercial The Japanese version of the Transformers really did six-shot Justice it made him one of the main characters and a true warrior Great video and must Respect

I’m a huge fan man. Been waiting to comment, u gotta do a basics video on Bulkhead, Skylinx, and Chromia. I have a lot of favorites and you’ve covered a lot of them I hope u keep making great bodies!

Sixshot was so dope af yo! He was awesome in tha Transformers Headmasters cartoon!😎🔥

Very cool and the toy be it G1 or Titans Return is AWESOME (I have both now in my collection). Time to add Greatshot....difficult but not impossible.

A character with a lot of potential, but rarely seen. At least the rebooted comic gives him a chance to shine.

Picked up the g1, love it!

Got Sixshot for Christmas in '87 and was disappointed by the utter lack of articulation in robot mode. He looked good, but couldn't do much. Also, I think his concussion blasters were intended to go inside his legs (there are peg holes there) in gun mode, not on the outside, like in tank mode. It certainly looks better in the former configuration.

In addition to looking like Jack, the Titans Return Sixshot head has the kanji for the number six on it, roku.

I wish Sixshot I would appear in an animated cartoon or live action film. But no media would prefer re-using Bumblebee for the hundredth time!

Sixshot seems like a cool and interesting character.

Sixshots toy was also remolded and used in brave police J-decker as shadowmaru

That’s so cool that his story got retconned to match the old fan theory...

Cool video,sixy is my favorite decepticon in headmasters.