Utwig
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Template:Infobox Star Control race The Utwig are a fictional race of beings featured in the sci-fi Star Control computer game series.
The Utwig are a race of fairly gloomy, yet sophisticated humanoids that always wear masks. From a human's point of view they would definitely seem manic-depressive. They are the keepers of the Ultron device, which they hold in great esteem.
Occasionally the Utwig can get themselves out of their collective slump, and maybe even dare don masks of festivity. These sparse moments of joy are short-lived, however, as someone surely is quick to realize, notice or do something that'll bring everybody down.
Their ship, the Utwig Jugger, is considered a highly powerful ship, capable of taking even a Chmmr Avatar with little difficulty. Its main weapon is immensely effective, as it uses no energy at all and has a quick rate of fire. The secondary weapon is a shield that does eat energy, but will replenish whenever enemy projectiles hit it, thus allowing crafty players to be practically invincible if they "collect" enemy fire wisely.
A Jugger captain's worst enemies are the Chenjesu Broodhome's Dogi (that will home in on the Jugger and drain the battery power, eventually disabling the shield) and the Androsynth Guardian, the comet form of which does not replenish the shield energy. Also, being hit by very weak, small projectiles usually doesn't regenerate the shield enough to be feasible.