Not just tin cans on wheels, R2 units are brave and resourceful, but also at times stubborn. And they can get a bit sassy if provoked. Clear communication is essential when conducting business with an R2 unit. They will understand everything you say— the average droid can download the English language in less time than it takes you to program your new Holodisk player—but you must take the time to learn the basics of “droid speak.” After all, you don’t want to make the mistake of thinking your droid has given the “all clear” (Bee boo peep eep) when he is actually telling you “Don’t press
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and his R2-series astromech counterparts are essentially super gadget droids. He comes equipped with a periscope, spinning bolts, extendable arms, fire extinguisher, hologram projector, jet pack, radar, and stun gun, among other features. The ultimate jack-ofall-trades, he can accomplish a multitude of tasks. In most instances, he is a maintenance and worker droid, adept at everything from fixing your juicer to walking your dog, or providing tech support at your office. He has other, more “official” capacities, though, and can be found executing tasks in many levels of government service, from delivering top-secret messages and overriding enemy computer systems to reconnaissance and rescue missions. So chances are, in your travels around the galaxy—or even just within your hometown—you will need the services of one of these stalwart droids.
R2-D2
that button or you’ll blow us all to the next star system!” (Bee booop eep eep tweee!). This book will guide you through a few common scenarios in which you might need to communicate with a droid. A sound module allows you to hear the most useful phrases, and there are numerous secondary phrases phonetically spelled out on each page. Demonstrating knowledge of your R2 droid’s beeps and boops will go a long way towards winning its favor—and a loyal droid is worth its weight in gold! With that:
Boooop eeep rrrm!
(Turn the page, let’s begin!)
Translation:
“This is the full message.”
Also Helpful:
Blurp bLEEp Whee Hrng aba dweep. “Please show me your securit y clearance pass.”
Chirrrp BadAAp wheeyoo. Fsshh zzip. “No, you can’t press ‘play’ again. We’re done.”
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THE MESSENGER
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Pronunciation: BEEPaboo BEEPdeeboo Wijiwiji WEEoEE PFF-pfft.
R2 units are the most secure way in the galaxy to send and receive messages. As they are notoriously a bit cranky when asked too many questions, it’s key to have the protocol down when an R2 messenger comes knocking.
Translation: “This card has been declined.”
Also Helpful:
RWEEay beeoopUR weeOP Pfft? “Would you like sparkling or still?”
WEEa Wikiwa wooa WEEa EEYa. “We don’t serve your kind here, sir.”
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THE SERVER
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Pronunciation: Mrrruh BREE-urrah zzup.
With their untiring precision, multiple arms, and no-nonsense attitude, R2 droids are the preferred waitstaff for many dining establishments. No need to leave a tip—droids don’t have much use for money—but understanding your server’s questions is guaranteed to speed up those space burgers on their way to your table.
Translation: “Please don’t run the latest update.”
Also Helpful:
DrruurRRP tanaNDuh? “Did you plug it in?”
WOOOAH twee-vwoop VRrrUHD DEda dah. “You need manager approval to access that site.”
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THE OFFICE TECH
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Pronunciation: BeeYoop BeeDeepBoom Weeop DEEpaEEya.
R2 droids may be able to override an entire space station’s computer system, but in their more common, day-to-day duties they are often engaged as tech support in largeto mid-sized companies. Hard drive crashed? Holoprojector malfunctioning? Call your help desk and your R2 droid will fix it right up. Just be sure you understand what he’s telling you to do, or the problem could return!
Translation: “I recommend updating to the Series 5 juicer.”
Also Helpful:
Blooeep EERWeee brubrooo TWEEP-EEyoh? “Would you like your books color coded?”
HHnng grruAYEE bureeTWOOP? “Did you put oatmeal in the garbage disposal?”
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THE AT-Home Helper
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Pronunciation: TooWEE wa bebabowEE dadaDUna.
Tired of picking up after your kids? Need help organizing your home office? Appliances on the fritz? The R2 droid is adept at every kind of home maintenance. With his arsenal of tools and multiple extendable arms, he can accomplish a week’s worth of cleaning and repair in just a few hours.