Why does Optimus Primal’s battle mask activate before his Maximal mode? #optimusprimal #rotb

This detail is fascinating. In Rise of the Beasts, we see the Maximals each transform in their own way. But Optimus Primal does something unique—the very first thing he activates is his battle mask. This isn’t just for style; it’s an instinctive reflex. He protects his face first, then asserts his readiness for battle with a piercing gaze and a resonant roar. Only after that does his entire body shift, transforming fully into Maximal mode. This detail aligns perfectly with his alt-mode. A gorilla is not a natural predator like a lion or a tiger. They rarely attack first unless threatened. Their initial reflex is to protect their vital parts and display their strength to intimidate, before committing to a real strike. ------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe ‪‪@scoremia‬ for more! ------------------------------------------------------ optimus primal, beasts war, transformers rise of the beasts, rotb, optimus primal battle mask, battle mask optimus primal, battle mask, rise of the beasts, maximals, transformers maximals, transformers, shorts transformers, shorts scoremia, scoremia, scoremia transformers, transformers 4k, autobots, decepticons,