- This article is about standard Space Pirates. For other uses, see Trooper (Disambiguation).
Pirate Troopers are a standard variety of Space Pirate in the Metroid Prime series.
Description[]
Metroid Prime[]
While there are no Space Pirate classes named "Pirate Troopers" (not to be confused with Trooper Pirates) in Metroid Prime, the direct predecessor to Pirate Troopers is simply known as a Space Pirate. Much like their Pirate Trooper successors, these Space Pirates are the standard enemies and are armed with Galvanic Accelerator Cannons and Scythes.
Metroid Prime 2: Echoes[]
A Pirate Trooper in Echoes
During the events of Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, Pirate Troopers' arsenals include a photonic power scythe and quantum assault cannon, which at the time are standard-issue weapons for their rank. Most troopers are stationed at their base in the Agon Wastes, which is constantly targeted by shadowy creatures, who take a liking to the Pirates' technology and move to take every Pirate Trooper they can.
The Pirate Troopers in Echoes are unique in that they have the capacity to teleport, an ability that they use to suddenly enter an area and attack Samus, though strangely they do not use it during battle. In every other game, this ability is reserved for higher-ranking Pirates, such as Pirate Commanders.
Pirate Troopers appear in other areas around Aether besides Agon, but are not very common and rarely respawn.
A Pirate Trooper has 60 units of health. (On Hypermode, Trilogy version)
Metroid Prime 3: Corruption[]
Two standard Pirate Troopers appear from an ATC on planet Norion.
During the events of Metroid Prime 3: Corruption, Pirate Troopers receive a major overhaul, using a new Phazon-enhancement system. Their Phazon-powered weaponry includes an assault rifle and deployable energy scythe, along with Phazon grenades for power-armored foes and a new Dash Jet system for increased mobility.
Corruption's basic Pirate Troopers mostly appear on Bryyo, but they are seen every time the armor of an upgraded Pirate Trooper is broken off, implying that the Pirate Troopers from Echoes are armored too. They also appear alongside Pirate Militia and Aerotrooper units on Norion, and also frequently encountered on the Pirate Homeworld.
In comparison to previous incarnations, the Pirate Troopers in this game seem slightly less agile and are not seen capable of clinging to walls either. They can still jump over great distances, however.
Pirate Trooper varieties[]
Several types of Pirate Troopers exist in Echoes and Corruption. In Corruption, all of these varieties appear as Aerotroopers as well (excluding the shield varieties).
Pirate Grenadier[]
Pirate Grenadiers are Pirate Troopers armed with an experimental grenade launcher. The size of the grenade launchers prevent Pirate Grenadiers carrying the scythes or quantum assault cannons wielded by other Pirate units; the grenade launcher is also ineffective against nearby opponents. At close range, the Pirate Grenadiers will resort to ramming. Due to the time it takes to charge the grenade launcher, Samus can easily get out of the grenades' blast radius. Samus first encounters the Pirate Grenadiers in the Space Pirate base in the Agon Wastes after the first battle with Dark Samus. One also appears in the Temple Grounds on the way to the Torvus Bog, but it does not respawn on subsequent visits. Along with the Pirate Aerotroopers, Pirate Grenadiers are the only Space Pirate variety in Echoes that are not possessed by the Ing.
Dark Pirate Trooper[]
Dark Pirate Troopers are Darklings, Ing-possessed Pirate Troopers. They are a useful addition to the Ing Horde, as those who are trained to follow orders without question are easier possession targets. They are often stationed in locations important to the Ing, such as Dark Portals. Ing also tend to target Pirate Commandos for possession, a unit that they greatly prize.
Shield Trooper[]
Shield Trooper model.
In Corruption, all variations of Pirate Troopers have a subvariant Shield Trooper. A Shield Trooper carries a portable battle shield that can either be removed with the Grapple Lasso or destroyed with Phazon-based attacks, except on Hypermode difficulty, provided the enemy has engaged Hypermode. The Grapple Voltage can also drain or overload energy from or into a Shield Trooper. However, this can not be done in one attempt, as the Pirate will occasionally break free of the Grapple Lasso.
Armored Pirate Trooper[]
Armored Pirate Troopers are equipped with a standard armorsuit that provides adequate protection against Beam weapons, but can be breached with Missiles. These units greatly resemble the Pirate Troopers featured in Echoes. While their heart-like feature in Echoes is a deep red, the one in this game is a light blue, to represent the Phazon corruption all the Pirate Troopers bear.
Advanced Pirate Trooper[]
Advanced Pirate Troopers are Pirate Troopers that have been outfitted with a green-colored ablative armor. The armor is weak against Missile blasts, but resistant to Beam attacks. They are essentially stronger versions of Armored Pirate Troopers. Advanced Pirate Troopers also have a Dash Jet system, like many of the Pirate armor systems. Their weapon systems include assault rifles, energy scythes, and Phazon grenades. These are the rarest Pirate Troopers in the game, but are seen mostly during the Galactic Federation's assault on the Skyway to the Leviathan Seed.
Assault Pirate Trooper[]
Assault Pirate Troopers represent the best of the Pirate Troopers in the Space Pirate military. They are equipped with sloped, translucent orange, Missile-deflecting armor. A Dash Jet system is also installed into the armor. Basic armament includes assault rifles, energy scythes, and Phazon grenades, all powered by Phazon. However, Beams can damage their armor.
Locations[]
Metroid Prime 2: Echoes[]
- GFMC Compound
- Path of Eyes
- Plaza Access
- Mining Station A
- Central Station Access
- Central Mining Station
- Command Center
- Biostorage Station
- Portal Terminal
- Torvus Temple
Metroid Prime 3: Corruption[]
- Cargo Dock A
- Conduit A
- Generator C
- Cavern Entry
- Temple Access
- Temple of Bryyo
- Overgrown Ruins
- Ancient Courtyard
- Jousting Field
- Jungle Generator
- Generator Hall North
- Generator Hall South
- South Jungle Court
- Research Pod Lift
- Turbine Chamber
- Spire Dock
- Concourse
- Transit Tube A
- Transit Tube B
- Command Courtyard
- Defense Access
- Command Station
- Transit Station 0204
- Transit Station 0205
- Metroid Processing
- Craneyard
- Courtyard Passage
- Transit Station 0203
- Transit Tunnel P68
- Transit Tunnel P69
- Phazon Quarry
- Main Cavern
- Control Room Access
- Security Station
- Port Observation Deck
Official data[]
Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Logbook[]
Pirate Trooper
Morphology: Pirate Trooper
Starfaring brigand.
Aggressive, well-armed bioform trained for combat and conquest. Sworn enemy of Samus Aran.
The Space Pirates suffered a serious defeat at Tallon IV, yet they remain a powerful force for crime and disorder in the galaxy. Their technology continues to advance: even the lowly trooper has received numerous upgrades to his arsenal. A photonic power scythe and quantum assault cannon are now standard-issue weapons for all troopers.
Metroid Prime 3: Corruption Logbook[]
Pirate Trooper
Morphology: Pirate Trooper
Battle ready and vicious, crudely enhanced by Phazon.
The Space Pirate military forces continue to use Phazon, including a new Phazon enhancement system. Basic armament includes an assault rifle and energy scythe, both powered by Phazon. EMP grenades are often employed against power-armored foes. A new Dash Jet system provides increased mobility.
Shield Pirate Trooper
Morphology: Shield Pirate Trooper
Battle shield deflects attacks, but can be pulled with Grapple Beam.
The Space Pirates have developed a man-portable battle shield that is resistant to most small-arms fire. Its portability is its weakness, however. Remove it from the pirate's grip to eliminate its primary defense system. Phazon-based attacks are capable of destroying the shield.
Armored Pirate Trooper
Morphology: Armored Pirate Trooper
Covered with a thin layer of armor. Susceptible to explosive attacks.
Armored Pirate Troopers are equipped with a standard armorsuit. It provides adequate protection against Beam attacks but is vulnerable to explosive blasts. They are outfitted with all the basic pirate armaments. This includes an assault rifle and energy scythe, both powered by Phazon. EMP grenades are often employed against power-armored foes. A new Dash Jet system provides increased mobility.
Armored Shield Trooper
Morphology: Armored Shield Trooper
Battle shield deflects attacks, but can be pulled with Grapple Beam.
Armored Shield Troopers are equipped with a standard armorsuit. It is resilient, but still vulnerable to explosive attacks. In addition to their armor, they wield a portable battle shield. Removing the shield leaves them open to all attacks. The shield is also vulnerable to Phazon-based attacks.
Advanced Pirate Trooper
Morphology: Advanced Pirate Trooper
Armor resistant to Beam attacks. Vulnerable to explosive blasts.
Advanced Pirate Troopers wear an additional layer of ablative armor. Explosive attacks are recommended to break the armor away. Basic armament includes an assault rifle and energy scythe, both powered by Phazon. EMP grenades are often employed against power-armored foes. A new Dash Jet system provides increased mobility.
Advanced Shield Trooper
Morphology: Advanced Shield Trooper
Battle shield deflects attacks, but can be pulled with Grapple Beam.
Advanced Shield Troopers wear an extra layer of ablative armor: it is susceptible to explosive attacks. In addition to their armor, they wield a portable battle shield. While the shield provides excellent protecting against incoming fire, it can also be easily ripped off. Phazon-based attacks are capable of destroying the shield.
Assault Pirate Trooper
Morphology: Assault Pirate Trooper
Armor deflects Missile attacks. Vulnerable to Beam weapons.
The Assault Pirate Troopers are some of the best the pirate military has to offer. They are heavily armored and are resistant to most attacks. Their unique armor will deflect all Missile fire, but is still damaged by Beam attacks. Basic armament includes an assault rifle and energy scythe, both powered by Phazon. EMP grenades are often employed against power-armored foes. A new Dash Jet system provides increased mobility.
Assault Shield Trooper
Morphology: Assault Shield Trooper
Battle shield deflects attacks, but can be pulled with Grapple Beam.
Assault Shield Troopers are heavily armored and resistant to most weapon systems. Their unique armor will deflect Missile attacks, but not Beam fire. In addition to their armor, they wield a portable battle shield. Their battle shield provides protection against all standard weapon fire, but can be easily torn off. Phazon-based weapons are capable of destroying the shield.
Trivia[]
A Pirate Trooper appears in the Special Mission flash game, where it appears after a Galactic Federation Crate is destroyed. Killing it rewards a Yellow Credit on Side A. Another trooper nearby rewards a Yellow Credit on Side B.
- A Pirate Trooper is shown fighting Samus in the startup video at the beginning of Metroid Prime Hunters, although there are no Space Pirates in the game besides the Bounty Hunter Weavel. This may suggest that Samus encounters them before Metroid Prime 2: Echoes, due to the fact that Hunters is set between Metroid Prime and Metroid Prime 2: Echoes.
- Gandrayda is seen using the form of a Pirate Trooper in several instances, and it is her only form to not have a known name. Firstly, she disguises herself as a Pirate Trooper before attacking several of them in Generator C when Samus enters, and while she is dying after their battle, she morphs into the form of a Pirate Trooper. After she is corrupted, Space Pirate Data also mentions that she walks among the Space Pirates in their form, killing those who display the slightest bit of fear.
- Metroid 1.5 shows a concept image of a creature called the Shock beast that is near identical to the Metroid Prime 2: Echoes Pirate Trooper, the only difference being the weapons carried.
- The Pirate Troopers in Metroid Prime 3: Corruption are vastly different in appearance from the others, showing more than one pair of eyes, backwards joints, and reduced athletic qualities. This may be because of the Phazon used to enhance them, although they are not as crudely mutated as the Berserker Knight or the Berserker Lord.
- The standard Pirates in Federation Force are called "Base Troopers" in the E3 Trailer, indicating that the game was originally going to continue the trend of the basic Space Pirates being designated as "Troopers".
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