The Hive are fictional characters in the original Transformers cartoon series. They appeared in "The Rebirth", the three-part episode that served as the fourth and final season of the series. Led by Lord Zarak, the Hive are the rulers of the planet Nebulos. Living far underground, they have developed their mental powers to the point of being able to control machines with their thoughts. They use these machines both to maintain the environment of their planet, and to enslave its population. The pairings were as follows: