The Mechanisms of the Separatist's Most Fearsome Droids: CIS Elite Droid Database [Vol. 1]

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OOM-9 led the Trade Federation Droid Army during the Battle of Naboo, capturing towns, neutralizing patrols, and aiding in the invasion. Droidekas were fast-moving shock units used by the Confederacy of Independent Systems, with various series designed for different roles and capabilities.

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  • OOM-9, a unique battle droid commander with his personality and logic modules, led the Trade Federation Droid Army during the Battle of Naboo, capturing key locations and facing the Gungan Grand Army before his deactivation.
  • Droidekas, advanced destroyer droids with shields and potent blasters, were developed in various series by the Colicoids, serving as fast-moving shock units during the Clone Wars and evolving to correct power issues and enhance combat effectiveness.

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OOM-9: Notable Trade Federation Battle Droid

  • OOM-9 was a notable battle droid commander in the Trade Federation Droid Army during the Battle of Naboo.
  • OOM-9 and his OOM-series colleagues had their own personalities and independent logic modules, standing out from other droids controlled by a Central Control Computer.
  • Viceroy Nute Gunray selected OOM-9 to lead the Droid Army's first real mission after he exceeded expectations in initial tests.
  • OOM-9 commanded all droid forces on Naboo during the invasion, answering to the Central Control Computer and Trade Federation leaders.
  • OOM-9 captured towns on Naboo, destroyed communications buildings, and neutralized Naboo patrols.
  • OOM-9 was tasked with recapturing droid commander OOM-14's command software to prevent the Naboo from seizing control of the Droid Army.
  • OOM-9 captured Spinnaker, securing valuable war materiel and weakening Spinnaker's defenses to capture the city.
  • OOM-9 led the Trade Federation Droid Army to Theed, where minimal resistance allowed for the city's capture and the royal palace's occupation.
  • OOM-9 was assigned to find and eliminate the Gungans on Naboo, leading to the bombardment and capture of Gungan cities.
  • OOM-9 led the Droid Army against the Gungan Grand Army, but the destruction of the droid control ship led to his deactivation and eventual destruction.

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"Deadly Droidekas: Shields, Blasters, and Series"

  • Droidekas were equipped with shields that formed a protective bubble around them, allowing blaster bolts to pass out but not in.
  • They featured dual blaster cannons that fired potent bolts at a high rate, capable of shredding anything in their path.
  • Three series of droidekas were designed by the Colicoids: the original destroyer droids, P-Series Droidekas, and W-Series Droidekas.
  • P-Series Droidekas were used by the Trade Federation during the Battle of Naboo, with droid brains linked to Central Control Computers.
  • W-Series Droidekas replaced P-Series, featuring more powerful blasters but requiring more power and using shields sparingly.
  • Q-Series Droidekas, the most advanced model, corrected power issues and overheating, using shields effectively while maintaining firepower.
  • Droidekas were highly sought-after but expensive, with one unit costing 360,000 credits, leading to negotiations for discounts with the Colicoids.
  • Confederacy of Independent Systems used droidekas as fast-moving shock units and mobile turrets during the Clone Wars.
  • B3 Ultra Battle Droid, a rare model, was designed to outmatch even Jedi Masters, with advanced weaponry and armor.
  • B3s were used sparingly due to cost, deployed in frontal assaults and as guards, but had a design flaw with density projectors that made them vulnerable to Republic forces.

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"Elite Droids in Clone Wars Conflict"

  • Baktoid removed the density projector from the B3 design during the Outer Rim Sieges.
  • The Ultra Battle Droid regained strength on the battlefield after the modification.
  • The reintroduction of the B3 did not alter the outcome of the Clone Wars.
  • Cortosis droids, designed to combat Jedi, were sponsored by Wat Tambor and proved effective.
  • The cortosis armor of the droids made them impervious to lightsabers, challenging Jedi.
  • The C-B3 droids were dispatched by Wat Tambor to attack the Jedi Temple during an insurrection.
  • Anakin Skywalker discovered a weakness in the C-B3 armor, aiding in their defeat.
  • Darth Sidious leaked the location of the Metalorn factory producing C-B3 droids to the Jedi.
  • Anakin Skywalker destroyed the factory, ending the production of C-B3 droids.
  • The IG-100 MagnaGuard, designed by General Grievous, was a formidable elite combat droid.

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Enhanced B2 Super Battle Droids in Star Wars

  • The B2 Super Battle Droid was a key unit for the Confederacy of Independent Systems, excelling in heavy infantry roles.
  • In Star Wars: The Clone Wars, B2 Super Battle Droids were depicted as more formidable than standard B1 units, with enhanced armor and strength.
  • The B2 unit was a significant upgrade from its predecessors, instilling fear in most clones due to their heavy armor and resilience.
  • The Trade Federation turned to B2 Super Battle Droids after realizing the inadequacy of B1 Battle Droids, seeking inspiration from the E4 Baron Droid.
  • Baktoid Combat Automata designed the B2 Super Battle Droid, combining elements of the B1 and Baron Droid for increased armor and combat effectiveness.
  • B2 Super Battle Droids were heavily armored, with armor made of durable alloys and comprehensive coverage, making them resilient to small-arms fire.
  • Equipped with dual repeating blasters, wrist rockets, and rocket launcher arms, B2 Super Battle Droids employed simple yet effective tactics, advancing relentlessly towards targets with devastating firepower.
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