Summary
Starscream is one ofthe most iconic Decepticonsfrom theTransformersfranchise. He is theright hand to Megatronbut is also one of the most treacherous, arrogant, and power-hungry characters in all ofTransformerslore. As such, this has made him a villain that everyone loves to hate, and just having him among the ranks can lead to a lot of interesting developments.
There have been many listed sizes for the various characters across different mediums. However, many of them are also speculative, based on the confirmed heights of other characters or noteworthy objects. One size in particular is undeniably massive compared to the rest.
6Transformers (Ps2)
Starscream Stands at 15 Feet and 1 Inch
This version of Starscream bears a striking resemblance to the versionseen in theArmadaseries. While transformed, he appears to resemble a block-like jet with a dominantly red color scheme. This form is by far the bulkiest of Starscream’s many vehicle forms. However, that does add to its charm and makes it very nostalgic for a lot ofTransformersfans.
These transformations are often referred to as a Transformer’s vehicle form, or their alt form. Starscream’s usual depiction is always that of a jet or fighter jet. This version of the character is somewhat more complex, showing varying degrees of loyalty and honor, despite them waning.
This version has less white as seen in many of Starscream’s other designs.
52005 IDW continuity
Starscream Stands at 28 Feet
Comic books hit differently than other forms of media. This is because they need to be able to be entertaining while only having static images and text to engage their readers. Starscream in the IDW Continuity is still just asmanipulative and cunningas other incarnations, but he is not treacherous from the get-go.
Starscream is a very nuanced character in this iteration, especially in the time he serves as theruler of Cybertron. His design in these comics is reminiscent of hisG1 incarnation.
This serves as one of the most complex and compelling iterations of the character thanks to plenty of character development. This also shows just how good of a leader Starscream can actually be.
4Transformers One
Starscream Stands Between 25 and 30 Feet (Unconfirmed)
Transformers Onegave a lot of characters a size bump, Starscream included. While a definite height is not stated, he can be measured up to the sizes of other characters, making himtaller in this incarnationthan many others with officially listed sizes. This incarnation gives the character a more idealistic outlook.
This is perfect for Starscream, as it shows he is ready to pledge himself to Megatronand become the villainous backstabber fans know he will become. His colors pop, and he has a sleek and stylish design that makes him appear far more aerodynamic than other iterations. This is fitting with his primary transformation being that of a jet and can make him some fans’favorite design of the character.
3Transformers (Live-action films)
Starscream Stands at 31 Feet
Starscream is shown to be far moreloyal to Megatronthan other incarnations in the live-action films.He is downplayed in these filmsas being a sniveling servant who is eager to serve his master. However, he still puts his own well-being first, and his personality is the cold and vicious usurper he is known to be.
His esthetics for these films are much more monstrous and frightening and are shown to have animalistic and insect-like inspiration. While in his alt form, headopts a military estheticto complement the focus on the Decepticons being a powerful threat.
2Boston Globe trading cards
The Boston Globe cards aimed to capitalize on the success of the live-action films. Each of which comes with some stats for each character, along with some text. This card touches lightly on the personality of Starscream, as extremely ruthless and makes him out to be nothing more than Megatron’s lackey.
This drops a lot of the nuance and potential the character is known to harbor. This card states the exact height of the character as 31 feet and mentions other bits of information, such as using a plasma-charged rotor cannon as his primary weapon. However, his insidious nature will always be his greatest weapon and what makes him one ofthe most dangerous of Decepticons.
1Transformers: Cybertron
Unknown… But Undeniably Massive
Readers will findGalaxy Forcebeing thrown around, and this is just another name for what English speakers will know asTransformers: Cybertron. In this series, Starscream achieves a formknown as Super Starscream, also known as Mega Starscream in some territories. There aremany powerful forms for Megatron, but this may be the strongest form for Starscream.
There aremany massive characters in the Transformers franchise. While Super Starscream does not break into that list, it is still the largest form he has ever had and even sees him take on Primus in a giant robot battle.
