Drift twists his hand to turn the flat of one sword against Soundwave’s arm, but the con’s attack is too swift for him to block entirely. The blow grazes against his neck, and the force is still enough to make him teeter a step backwards.

He chances a glance to the side – catching sight of Arcee racing towards Orion and Rodimus still nearby. With Arcee carrying the matrix and Rodimus injured, he has to keep Soundwave’s attention directed towards him. Taking another step back, he sweeps a low strike with the second blade - headed straight for con’s legs.