: Knock Out is established as a "transformer with a finish," showing more concern for a scratch on his paint than the loss of a door during combat. Production Credits & Trivia Director : David Hartman and Vinton Heuck. Writer : Dean Stefan.
: This was the final episode where G1 veteran Susan Blu served as the voice director for the series. Detailed Episode Information Air Date April 9, 2011 Primary Antagonist Voice Cast [S1E11] Speed Metal
: This episode marks the formal introduction of the Decepticon duo Knock Out and Breakdown , who become recurring fan-favourite antagonists throughout the series. : Knock Out is established as a "transformer
Mistaking Vince for Bumblebee’s human partner, Knock Out kidnaps the bully, forcing Jack and the Autobots into a rescue mission that risks exposing the Cybertronians' existence. The episode concludes with a frantic chase involving and Optimus Prime , who eventually rescues Vince and teaches Jack a hard lesson about the consequences of his "need for speed". Key Episode Highlights : This was the final episode where G1
: While Vince challenges Jack to a race on a "dirt road," the actual race takes place on a paved, marked highway.
Peter Cullen (Optimus), Frank Welker (Megatron), Steve Blum (Starscream), Daran Norris (Knock Out) First episode where Ratchet does not appear.
Episode Guide: Transformers Prime – "[S1E11] Speed Metal" is the 11th episode of the first season of the animated series Transformers Prime . Originally airing on April 9, 2011 , it serves as a high-octane exploration of Jack Darby’s struggle to balance his "normal" teenager life with the dangerous responsibilities of being an Autobot ally. Plot Synopsis