That gets an amused chuff of laughter, and Shockwave grins. "An effective Prime. Being able to bear the Matrix does not automatically mean you have the qualities that allow you to be a good leader." This is something Shockwave knows, because Shockwave totally didn't select a few candidates for Prime on his own, what are you talking about.

Also wow, people seem to know who he is! That's always a plus when it comes to dealing with them. "That's correct. It's a pleasure to meet you, Pipes."