- "Still resisting? Unwise."
- ―A KX-series security droid
KX-series security droids,[1] also known as KX-series enforcer droids[3] or KX enforcer droids,[8] were a model of security droid manufactured by Arakyd Industries that was in service to the Galactic Empire during the Galactic Civil War.[1]
Description[]
- "KX droids have a long range of combat capabilities, excellent probability analysis algorithms, and direct access to the Imperial datanet."
- ―R0-GR
A pair of KX-series security droids
Arakyd Industries KX-series enforcer droids came equipped with a built-in comm package, recharge port, and a computer interface arm that allowed them to connect with standard communication frequencies for areas they were assigned to. The Imperial crest was imprinted on the side of each shoulder,[10] one of which could be emblazoned in gold if the droid had received an enhanced status.[11] The droids were designed with exaggerated human proportions but with the mobility of a human athlete. They were able to operate a variety or tools or equipment and weapons and could carry gear without becoming exhausted, such as a blaster.[10]
While the Imperial Senate had prohibited the creation of battle droids, Arakyd used a loophole in the law by marketing the KX-series as "security droids." They were programmed without the standard restriction against harming organic sentient lifeforms.[10]
The KX-series droids were programmed to speak and interact with people, but were not as proficient at it as protocol droids were. They could handle a wide range of tasks, including escorting dignitaries, protecting important people and defending Imperial installations.[2] The droids were also programmed to recognize and defer to Imperial Military officers ranked lieutenant or higher.[10]
History[]
- "Visitation is not permitted."
- ―A KX-series security droid, to Cal Kestis
The droids were deployed as early as 14 BBY[12] to guard Imperial installations, such as the Imperial Refinery or the mining headquarters on Ilum.[7]
KX-series security droids massacre Mandalorian survivors during the "Night of a Thousand Tears."
During the Galactic Civil War, they were present on both Jedha and the Imperial facility on Scarif. K-2SO[5] and K-4D8 were examples of these droids.[11] They were also present during the Great Purge of Mandalore, where they shot any survivors from the bombing runs of Imperial TIE/sa bombers.[13] Following the defeat of the Empire, the New Republic elected to use the KX-series for its own security.[6]
Behind the scenes[]
KX-series droids were developed for the Star Wars anthology film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. Their first canonical appearance was in Star Wars: Commander.
Appearances[]
Non-canon appearances[]
LEGO Star Wars: All-Stars – "From Trenches to Wrenches: The Roger Story" (In flashback(s))- LEGO Star Wars: All-Stars – "The Good Stuff!" (In flashback(s))
Sources[]
Notes and references[]
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 Star Wars: Commander
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 Star Wars: Rogue One: Rebel Dossier
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 Dawn of Rebellion
- ↑ Star Wars: Absolutely Everything You Need to Know, Updated and Expanded
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
- ↑ 6.0 6.1 6.2 Last Shot
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
- ↑ Per the audio description for "Chapter 5: Return of the Mandalorian" available on Disney+.
- ↑ Star Wars: Droidography
- ↑ 10.0 10.1 10.2 10.3 Star Wars: Rogue One: The Ultimate Visual Guide
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 Adventures in Wild Space: The Rescue
- ↑ Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order takes place five years after the Great Jedi Purge, which is dated to 19 BBY by Star Wars: Galactic Atlas. Therefore, Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, in which the droids appear, is set in 14 BBY.
- ↑
The Book of Boba Fett – "Chapter 5: Return of the Mandalorian"
