Hidden Spark on Earth II (TFP)

Chapter 68

Saphira was sitting on Megatron's shoulder as they wait for Knockout. The con was still upset about getting paint splattered over him, and Breakdown informed them that Knockout was finishing some waxing after getting a thorough clean and he would be ready, even though he wasn't entirely thrilled about go to a desert after getting clean. It was still hilarious that Knockout still cared so much about his appearance, regardless of what is happening. It was a part of Knockout Saphira hoped will never fade. It made it all funnier, and also relatable to her in many ways. Especially when it came to things like face cleansers, toners and moisturisers that Saphira used, and had a specific taste on what she liked and didn't like. So it was definitely relatable.

Megatron was showing her his new sword. It was quite beautiful. The hilt of the sword was black with some silver lines around the handle itself. The blade was silver with gold right at the center of the sword. It could close brightly of gold and, similarly to the Star Saber, it could create a burn of power at anything. It was definitely impressive, and Saphira was happy that it could only be used by Megatron and his descendants. Which meant Stellaxy could use it way into the future if needed.

"You know...your sword and the Star Saber kind of remind me of Excalibur," Saphira said thoughtfully as her eyes look up and down the sword. Both mechs look at Saphira curiously. "It was a sword made for King Arthur many years ago, and only for him."

"Hmm...was he a real person?" Optimus asked her curiously as Megatron placed his sword into the clamp on his back, similarly to what Optimus had for the Star Saber.

Saphira looked at Optimus. "There is evidence he could have existed. But there is a lot of mythology surrounding Arthur now. And Excalibur may not have existed. Nonetheless, that sword was made for him alone. One story might say it was forged in the breath of a dragon, another story might say it wasn't. But it doesn't matter, the sword was for him and him alone. The sword in the stone could only be lifted by him."

"That is quite interesting..." Megatron smiled at her as Saphira thought about the story. "But as there is no real answer regarding to the story of that king, I can only think of any other story about him as a nice story. It is nice that you see these weapons and think of that."

"Well, it isn't really that reason, more like the symbolism of the weapon." Optimus and Megatron were immediately curious about Saphira's thoughts regarding that. "Excalibur is kind of described as a weapon of hope. One that can bring freedom for others, and the Star Saber was always for that reason too. And now Megatron has a weapon that can be used for that. Beacons of hope. That is how I would look at them. Now we need a name for your weapon."

"I kind of like Beacon, if I am honest," Megatron said with a soft hum. "Now that you have told me how Excalibur would be seen as, I would want my sword to be that way too. I had considered calling it the Fire Saber, but I think giving it its own name is better. But I am not sure. I think it is too soon to give it a name."

Optimus nodded in agreement. "There is no rush to give it a name. It isn't the most important thing for a weapon." He glanced to the door as Knockout walked through with folded arms and a grumpy expression. "I know you are very unhappy, Knockout, and I do not blame you..."

"Pfft...yeah...I that is a big understatement!" Knockout interrupts bluntly, rolling his optics as he showed just how unhappy he was. "Why do I have to come? I can look after the sparklings just as well as Ratchet! I don't want to go to some desert after having a shower and waxing my finish!"

"I know you can care for the sparklings fine, Knockout," Saphira said gently as Knockout glared at her. "And I would ask you, but Ratchet is remaining because he's not only watching the twins, he is also keeping a keen eye on Smokescreen and Jack."