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Description
Fasbinder, also known by the nickname The Fassinator, is a human character appearing in the live-action movie continuity of Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen. He is a member of Leo Spitzs team of internet bloggers who run the website The Real Effing Deal. Serving as the codemaster and Chief Operating Officer of the site, his expertise lies in website maintenance, ensuring code is secure, and keeping the operation on the cutting edge of online trends. He is described as part of a crack team of interweb cowboys.
In terms of personality, Fasbinder displays a fervent and unshakable belief in the authenticity and power of the internet, famously declaring it to be pure truth. He is enthusiastic and dedicated to his work, reacting with excitement when he believes he has found a major scoop, such as information about events in Shanghai. His passion makes him prone to dramatic highs and lows, as he is equally quick to show disappointment when his site is beaten to a story by a rival blog, GiantEffingRobots.com. However, he is easily distracted from these setbacks, such as by the promise of attending a fraternity party.
Fasbinders primary motivation is tied to his work with The Real Effing Deal. He is driven to uncover truths about the conspiracy-laden world he believes in and to achieve recognition for his sites reporting. His role in the story is a minor supporting one. He is present in the makeshift situation room used by Leo Spitz, where he interacts briefly with Sam Witwicky, defending the internets validity as a source of information when Sam expresses skepticism about their mission.
His key relationship is with Leo Spitz, who leads their team. Fasbinder works directly under Leo and looks to him for direction and morale boosts. The character has limited development, serving primarily as comedic relief and a representation of the obsessive, competitive world of conspiracy blogging. Additional background material from a related alternate reality game expands on his history, revealing that he witnessed the battle for the AllSpark in Mission City, first met Leo at San Diego Comic-Con in 2008, and used his hacking skills to secure a hotel room for his friends. In terms of notable abilities, Fasbinder is a skilled hacker and coder, using his technical prowess to manage the website and, on occasion, to solve practical problems like booking accommodations.
In terms of personality, Fasbinder displays a fervent and unshakable belief in the authenticity and power of the internet, famously declaring it to be pure truth. He is enthusiastic and dedicated to his work, reacting with excitement when he believes he has found a major scoop, such as information about events in Shanghai. His passion makes him prone to dramatic highs and lows, as he is equally quick to show disappointment when his site is beaten to a story by a rival blog, GiantEffingRobots.com. However, he is easily distracted from these setbacks, such as by the promise of attending a fraternity party.
Fasbinders primary motivation is tied to his work with The Real Effing Deal. He is driven to uncover truths about the conspiracy-laden world he believes in and to achieve recognition for his sites reporting. His role in the story is a minor supporting one. He is present in the makeshift situation room used by Leo Spitz, where he interacts briefly with Sam Witwicky, defending the internets validity as a source of information when Sam expresses skepticism about their mission.
His key relationship is with Leo Spitz, who leads their team. Fasbinder works directly under Leo and looks to him for direction and morale boosts. The character has limited development, serving primarily as comedic relief and a representation of the obsessive, competitive world of conspiracy blogging. Additional background material from a related alternate reality game expands on his history, revealing that he witnessed the battle for the AllSpark in Mission City, first met Leo at San Diego Comic-Con in 2008, and used his hacking skills to secure a hotel room for his friends. In terms of notable abilities, Fasbinder is a skilled hacker and coder, using his technical prowess to manage the website and, on occasion, to solve practical problems like booking accommodations.