Is The Autobot BLURR More Than Just The FASTEST Of The Transformers?

The Story of Blurr, the Speedy Transformer Who Couldn’t Outrun His Own Clunky Toy Design

The story of Blurr is one of speed, style, and some seriously questionable toy proportions. From being the least favorite of the futuristic trio introduced in Transformers: The Movie, to racing through time in the UK comics, to becoming a bar-owning ex-racer in IDW, Blurr's journey has taken him far beyond just talking fast. Whether he's intercepting secret transmissions, outrunning Unicron, or finally getting a toy that does him justice (maybe), Blurr has always been more than just a blue streak. In this video, we explore every major version of Blurr—from his G1 roots to his tragically cubed fate in Transformers Animated—with plenty of commentary, deep-ish lore, and toy collector takes along the way.

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Intro & Outro Music: American Idle by RKVC
Episode Background Music: Late Night Train - Vans in Japan

00:00 Introduction
02:13 For Those Not In The Know
06:51 The Diplomat
08:43 The Celebrity
12:04 The Elite Guard
15:18 Toy Talk