Name: CT-1044 “Howzer”
Rank: Captain
Tier: High 4
Background: CT-51-1044, nicknamed "Howzer" is one of many clone troopers born using the DNA of Jango Fett on the planet Kamino. He serves as a Captain within the Grand Army of The Republic, his assigned division being the 501st Strike Corps.
Howzer is known to be a respectful clone trooper within the 501st, showing respect and kindness to those he feels deserves it. His armour contains an unusual colour design, using lighter blue rather than the standard blue the 501st uses.
Speed: High G Combat Speed
Abilities: Mastery in Blaster Rifles, Mental Shielding, and Blaster Pistols. Highly Proficient in Slugthrowers, Throwables, and Blaster Carbines. Proficient in Improvised Hand-to-Hand Combat. Skilled in Ground Vehicles and Jetpacks.
Equipment: Begun Training in DP-23; DC-17; DC-15A and DC-15S Carbine; Phase 2 Plastoid Clone Trooper Armour; 3 Thermal Detonators; 3 EMP Grenades; Utility Belt with: Ammunition, Grappling Hook, Basic Medical Supplies, Multitool; Chestplate Pack with: Additional Ammo
Weaknesses: Howzer is the type to prioritise doing what he believes is right, which can make him susceptible to manipulation. If one can deceive him into believing an action aligns with his moral compass, he may be led into failure. This vulnerability is compounded by the engineered nature of clones, who are programmed to follow orders. In situations requiring a breach of protocol or disobedience, Howzer and his unit may falter, either hesitating or executing orders to disastrous ends. Furthermore, the 501st, including Howzer, are aggressive like their General, often charging in with overconfidence. While this boldness is their strength, it can also be exploited; baiting them into unwinnable scenarios or emotional situations where their trust is betrayed will fracture the unit, rapidly reducing their combat effectiveness. Additionally, Howzer wears standard clone armour, leaving him vulnerable to neutralisation by a few well-placed shots.