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Star Wars: The Old Republic Trooper Dossier

Last week the latest class video from SWTOR was revealed, highlighting the Republic Trooper. The video showcases some of the incredible weapons and devices Troopers will be able to use to defeat their enemies. With combat experience and intense training, Troopers are able to specialize in different Advanced Classes in order to increase their battlefield prowess and tailor your character to match your playstyle: improve your Trooper’s defensive tactics to become a nearly unstoppable Vanguard, or go all-out on offense and become a deadly Commando.

Tanno Vik the Weequay

The first Trooper companion are are introduced to, Tanno Vik, is an ex-military demolitions expert who really loves his job. A Weequay who impressed his military instructors by always planting explosives where they would do the most damage, the Republic army considered him for the Special Forces division, but his attitude and disregard for authority always held him back. Vik will eventually run into you and become a part of your crew if you pick the Republic Trooper class.

He has been accused of criminal exploits countless times in his past, and those Troopers who wish to keep lawfully aligned might do well to stay weary of this shady character. Still, in a fight, it seems that having Vik on one’s side could mean the difference between victory and defeat. It is a troubling time in the galaxy, and allies of a less savory nature are proving to be invaluable against the New Sith Empire. As long as the profits keep flowing, there should be no complaints from this companion.

“I don’t trust him either; he is my friend.” -Han Solo

Trooper Ship: BT-7 Thunderclap

For Air Combat, Troopers are introduced to their Rendili Hyperworks BT-7 Thunderclap. This ship is the Republic’s largest and most elite rapid assault ship—streamlined for fast deployment in combat situations. State-of-the-art armor plating and heavy laser cannons provide exceptional combat capability, modular shield systems protect the Thunderclap from enemy fire, and the ship’s design deflects blaster fire away from crucial components in the event of shield failure.