99 was deemed unfit for service in the
Grand Army of the Republic
because of his limited physical abilities and overly rapid aging and
was assigned to perform janitorial duties in Kamino's cloning
facilities.
Though
Jedi Master Shaak Ti
decided to give Domino Squad a second chance, 99 later caught CT-782
attempting to go absent without leave in the middle of the night. 99
pleaded with CT-782, whom he nicknamed Hevy, not to leave and taught him
the importance of teamwork and brotherhood. Deciding to take 99's
advice and name to heart, Hevy led his squad to finish its final exam.
Later, Hevy decided to give his graduation medal to 99, with the promise
that they would meet again.
During an
attack launched against Tipoca City by the
Confederacy of Independent Systems, 99 assisted clone troopers CT-21-0408, CT-27-5555, and a group of cadets against the
invading droid forces. After meeting with
CT-7567 and
CC-2224, 99 assisted the
captain and
commander in defending the
city. 99 was shot and killed by a
battle droid
while attempting to retrieve explosives for use in combating the
droids. Once the Confederacy was pushed back, 99 was mourned by his
brothers and commended as a true soldier.
99 was a dedicated and loyal member of the maintenance division of the
Grand Army of the Republic,
but was often looked down upon because of his deformity—while 99 always
respected his brothers. 99 was also a source of wisdom and was able to
develop a strong friendship with
Hevy after talking him out of going AWOL.
Despite his limitations, 99 was proud of his basic soldier's
heritage which his brothers were able to execute, and was determined to
be useful in combat. When
Kamino was invaded by the
Confederacy of Independent Systems, 99 helped out as best he could by delivering needed weaponry to the clone troopers.
I've always had a soft spot for 99. I really respect 99's love for his fellow brothers. Although, 99 wasn't considered to be worthy for battle, he was still brave enough to make the ultimate sacrifice defending Kamino during its invasion. The immense heart that 99 exemplified throughout the first two episodes of Clone Wars Season 3 made me want to pay tribute to the character. I threw him together over the course of the week and made all of his accessories, other than backpack and helmet, by hand. I have been really wanting to make this action figure for a really long time now. I really geeked out when I finally got him finished. Definitely one of my favorite clones of all-time.
Clone Wars "99" Custom Action Figure
created by Darth Daddy
I fabricated Hevy's medal out of Green Stuff that I rolled flat and allowed to dry. I then cut out the shapes I needed with a scissor.
I attached a magnet to the medal so I could attach it to a second magnet I glued into the backpack making it harder to lose my accessories and preventing them from falling out of the backpack.
I also magnetized the grenades 99 carries in his backpacks so they didn't roll away on me.
Ready for battle!
SKILL LEVEL: ADVANCED
RECIPE
Head - Sculpted onto a Clone Wars "Captain Rex" with both Aves Fixit and Green Stuff
Upper Torso - Sculpted onto a Clone Wars "Mandalorian Police Officer" with both Aves Fixit and Green Stuff
Arms - Clone Wars "Quinlan Vos" (Hard-sculpted with a Dremel)
Lower Torso - Modified Clone Wars "Mace Windu" (shortened with Xacto Knife)
Hands - Modified Unknown Hands
Knees - Clone Wars "Pirate Speederbike Cad Bane"
Boots - "Mandalorian Police Officer"
Belt - Sculpted with Green Stuff
Backpack - Clone Wars "Clone Trooper Draa"
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