Transformers officially introduces its "Worst Bot Ever", who turns into a ballpoint pen
Aug. 12, 2024Meet Ballpoint, the worst Transformer ever, who turns into a pen
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Between the Autobots and Decepticons, there are Transformers who can turn into almost anything, from dinosaurs, to tanks, to cassette tapes and beyond. And now, there’s a Decepticon who will have to try and make a name for himself with perhaps the most benign transformation yet: a ballpoint pen.
Transformers: Worst Bot Ever: Meet Ballpoint is a new YA/Middle Grade original graphic novel which puts it all right out there in the title - Ballpoint is a Transformer who turns into a pen and he’s the worst.
It’s honestly a pretty funny concept, and the Transformers franchise has always had its share of comedy, so it seems like a match made in heaven for a YA OGN.
Speaking of which, Transformers: Worst Bot Ever: Meet Ballpoint will be the first release from Skybound Comet, Skybound Entertainment’s new young reader focused imprint. It also marks the first in a series of original graphic novels created by writer Brian ‘Smitty’ Smith and artist Marz Jr.
“It’s been awesome bringing Ballpoint to life,” says Brian ‘Smitty’ Smith in a statement accompanying the announcement. “Getting to add a brand-new character to the Transformers universe is a once in a lifetime opportunity!”
“I’ve been obsessed with Transformers since I was a kid,” adds Marz Jr. “The 1986 animated movie blew my mind! I’ve tried to put that magic and love into each page.”
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