That actually didn't escape me really. I remember a line from Spotlight: Shockwave, where he proclaims "Pure Logic" is his true master.In the G1 Marvel comics, he actually did take over from Megatron when it was deemed logical to do so (after Megatron failed... again), but relinquished power when it he deemed it logical to do so.Regarding TF Prime Shockwave, there's actually a hint that Megatron is wary of Shockwave in the prequel WFC comics. He noted how, he's both Loyal AND the most likely to betray him one day. Largely because, at least in the aligned continuity, Shockwave really has no moral boundaries regarding his pursuits FOR SCIENCE! xD.IDW Shockwave I have to say must be the most effective/ruthless version of Shockwave yet! And yet, also the most developed, considering his backstory of being a former senator.I'm glad that you mentioned that! His loyaltyactually based on TFA Shockwave the most! I put G1Shockwave because, well the cartoon is very different from the comics as well xD. Yeah every other Decepticon scientist is basically... horrible and incredibly sadistic. Even the medics are sadistic (Flatline).Oh my gosh, thank you so much for the comment on Blackout! I'm actually glad that his mustach-look is actually getting positive response, including on Tumblr.