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CharactersSandtrooper
There exist many types of stormtrooper specialty units created to deal with harsh conditions on the millions of worlds within the Empires grasp. One such type of soldier is the so-called sandtrooper, or desert stormtrooper. These soldiers are selected form the ranks of exceptionally motivated, fearless and talented stormtroopers. However, these soldiers either have shown an aptitude or already have training in desert survival, camouflage, small-unit tactics and tracking. Because of their skill and training in these areas, it was the Desert Sands stormtrooper unit that set down on Tatooine to recover the plans to the Death Star project. Sandtrooper armor has also been modified to handle the harsh conditions of desert life. Cooling and moisture reclamation systems have been greatly improved, and additional heat dissipation units run throughout the armor plates. Underneath the armor, the black temperature-control body gloves are also modified, with additional cooling units. Of necessity, sandtroopers are accustomed to operating with a greater deal of autonomy than standard stormtrooper units. While they do check with their superiors often, sandtroopers have no qualms about making snap decisions when situations warrant. Instead of depending on machinery that may not function in certain environs, Desert Sands troopers make use of local creatures for transportation. On Tatooine for example, these troopers employ the lizard-like dewback in order to travel the burning sands. All Desert Sands stormtroopers carry heavy rifles, concussion grenade launchers, repeating blasters, and long-range comlinks, and food and water packs. The amount and condition of this equipment varies depending on the length of their missions.
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