chasing a whim

Lugnut is like an auntie who loves the little bitty bit impossibly much. He's actually the first Decepticon to completely fall in love with Optimus, gladly and loyally taking on the role of his nannybot guard. Lugnut spoils and coddles him endlessly, more often than not practically strangling Optimus with affection. Ironically enough, he shocks every other 'Con around whenever they see him — one of the biggest, most fearsome war machines — being so unbelievably gentle and delicate with something as fragile and unpredictable as a sparkling.

Optimus maaay take advantage of this super-loving giant every now and then, especially when planning to run away or get something that's otherwise not permitted. What can Lugnut say? The sweet child takes a lot after his father Great Lord.

Optimus will meet more Decepticons as his journey continues, especially after he starts spending time with Strika and the rest of Team Chaar. The General of Destruction ends up caring for OP just as much as Lugnut does, though it takes her quite a while to come around. I can just imagine the look on her faceplates when, after not seeing the rest of the High Command for years, she finally reunites with them back home only to find them completely occupied with fussing over and smothering some tiny... Autobot? Mini-Con? Scraplet??

Her mere presence is enough to intimidate Optimus, as accustomed to living among giant killing machines as he is. But once he realizes she's someone very special to Lugnut, he gradually starts relaxing around her.