Credit: LucasfilmYou may know them as 99 or as the “ Batch”, but one thing is for sure, the clones are currently changing the face of the .
You may even be wondering “W?”
Here is your guide to the famous troopers taking on the in Dave Filoni’s (, ) newest , The Batch.
History of C 99
How was 99 formed?
99, or the “ Batch”, is a of genetically modified troopers. Deviating from the traditional Jango Fett model, each member of 99 has a unique mutation that helped coin the term, “ Batch”.
Originally only four members, the enhanced were named after 99 — another mutation of the original model who died in defense of Kamino during a S attack. Each member has a desirable enhancement making them superior to the army, leading to them taking on a of .
What role did 99 play in Order 66?
The “ Batch” was able to bypass Chancellor Palpatine’s Order 66 protocol due to their genetic mutations — this means their inhibitor chips failed to comply like the rest of the clones. Despite not being under the control of Order 66, one of their members — Crosshair — decided they should still follow orders and execute the Jedi.
In the premiere of Filoni’s + show, Hunter is seen letting a young Kanan Jarrus — the Jedi Padawan, Caleb Dume — escape the attack. This would go on to have repercussions for 99 after Crosshair’s chip is activated by Admiral , leading to a galactic pursuit to capture the defecting . The group’s members are some of the most interesting Star Wars characters.
Who was the first ?
While the Kaminoans developed clones at an exponential rate in order to satisfy the needs of the army, the first ever made from Jango Fett’s genetics was his “son”, Boba Fett. In exchange for a large sum of money and that the first made was his to keep, Jango Fett not only became the template for the troopers, but also the “father” to one of the future’s most feared bounty hunters.
Explaining the C 99 team
Who are the members of the 99 team?
Beginning as just four members, 99 now features — Sergeant Hunter, Wrecker, Tech, CT-9904 AKA Crosshair, and CT-1409 AKA Echo. Although Crosshair is currently on the opposing side with the , the “ Batch” has recently taken in another genetically mutated in the form of Omega.
What is the purpose of 99?
99 are elite warriors, helped by their mutations. In battle, the has a unique bond that has given them a 100% mission success rate. With more autonomy than troopers due to their genetic enhancements, the uses both their innate skill and tactics to help turn the tide of .
Who leads 99?
The “ Batch” is led by the commando sergeant, Hunter. The commanding officer of 99 is both an adept leader, shown during the assault on the Cyber Center on Anaxes, as well as a force of empathy and reason, like with his saving of both Caleb Dume and Omega.
Equipment used by C 99
What types of spaceships does 99 use?
Han Solo has the Millennium Falcon, Din Djarin has the Razor Crest, 99 has the Havoc Marauder. Just like they are modified clones, their starship was also enhanced — the uses an Omnicron-class attack shuttle. The attack shuttle was a key component during the .
What types of genetic modifications do the members of 99 possess?
Each member of the has their own genetic modifications, with each playing a key role in the success of their missions.
Hunter has enhanced senses and is an expert tracker. The leader is able to sense electromagnetic fluctuations meaning he is a valuable asset in battling the ‘s army.
Crosshair is a skilled marksman and sharpshooter known for giving 99 their long-range advantages on the battlefield.
Wrecker is the muscle of the . He is physically enhanced more so than the other clones and is often used as the brute force element of the . While he is not invincible by any means, his power can often sway the fight.
Tech uses his smarts rather than traditional gun-to-gun warfare. The is brilliantly clever, with a keen eye for figuring the ‘s way out of sticky situations using his technical expertise.
Echo, while not modified in the same way as the rest of his brothers, possesses the unique ability to understand complex data as well as interfaces. The experimentations performed on him by the Techno-Union left him more cybernetic than .
What weapons do the members of 99 use?
As members of the Army during the fall of the and the rise of the , the “ Batch” use standard-issue firearms, like the DC-17m blasters, but the is known to improvise on their missions.
Where C 99 has appeared
When was the first appearance of 99?
As StarWars.com states, the first appearance of the genetically enhanced came in the final season of George Lucas’s The Wars.
The Wars were close to an end when Captain Rex first crossed paths with the motley crew. When the battle on Anaxes took a turn for the worse, Rex couldn’t shake the feeling that the army might be using the intel of an old friend, Echo. called in 99 to help them infiltrate the cyber center that held the secret to the Separatists’ strategy.
What other shows have 99 appeared in?
With their beginnings in The Wars, 99 now stars in their own , Filoni’s The Batch, which streams exclusively on + on Fridays. The began on (May 4) 2021 with a feature-length premiere called “Aftermath”. It is the second Star Wars Original series following The Mandalorian.
What does the future hold for 99?
With The Batch crossing over with the end of the prequel trilogy and taking place before the original trilogy in the Star Wars timeline, have already seen the future of the . But what Filoni is doing is adding context to Palpatine’s Order 66 while also setting up a reveal to the big mystery of — who, or what is Omega?
99 is sure to be fighting the forces of the for the time being while the heroes try to navigate this rapidly changing .
With the pressure building ever since The , it sure is an exciting time for the and ‘s universe.
Who is your favorite member of Clone Force 99?