Type: Genetech Corporation Pip/2 Systems Control Droid
Degree: First Degree
Class: Utilitarian Droid
Sensor Color: Black
Plating Color: Silver
Gender: Masculine Programming
Personality Module: Advanced
DEXTERITY 1D
KNOWLEDGE 1D
MECHANICAL 1D
Communication: 3D
Sensors: 3D+2
PERCEPTION 2D
STRENGTH 1D
TECHNICAL 2D
Computer programming/repair: 5D+1
Equipped With:
• Eight manipulator arms
• Visual and auditory sensors (360 degree vision)
Move: 0
Size: One meter tall
Background: The PIP/2 systems control droid was invented by Genetech Corporation intended to run control boards. It was advertised as glitch-proof, and was heavily hyped, but failed miserably. Although it handled simple tasks with ease, it was unable to handle excessive stimuli, such as bells or flashing lights, constantly malfunctioning. Genentech quickly responded to complaints and recalled as many of these droids as possible. These recalled droids were given programming patches, and operated almost perfectly. It wasn’t enough, however, as the droid was discontinued after two years.
The Holographic Zoo for Extinct Animals on Coruscant used a PIP/2 to control holographic dioramas, as well as for keeping visitors moving through the exhibit halls. Unfortunately for the droid, it had an ‘unpleasant’ encounter with an enraged Wookiee, Chewbacca.