The Art of Defense
I am sure that by now that my audience is familiar with many of the useful functions droids possess. We can perform medical, translation, protocol, maintenance, child-rearing, heavy labor, and even security tasks.
I know the last is not one I have mentioned often, but here is a line of droids that lists the following in their specifications:
“Robot aids in safety & protection. Helps prevent ninjas, cowboys, aliens, pirates, dogs w/ sweaters, creepy uncles, and emo kids from entering your zone by using its robot skillz. For best results place robot on shelf facing a window and/or door of your zone. See results instantly. In case of detached limb during combat, acquire a hot glue servicing mechanism device and reattach where necessary. Sometimes robot may become fierce. Batteries not included, nor necessary. Robot personalities may vary. See a physician if complications occur.“
I am not sure what defines a human’s zone, or what an “emo kid” is, but if you are having problems with one threatening the other, this may be a wise investment. Each droid is also a handmade art piece, and have a unique charm.
Holla ad dem Bots yo! (Etsy, via io9)
I think many droids may find this sculpture inspiring, or triumphant. After all, as the human writing the linked article notes, “But mostly, he looks like a giant robot conqueror, who came to our planet to conquer it and ended up ruling over a deserted junkheap which he uses for spare parts.” However, I find it somehow rather sad. This sculpture is created out of the same amount of electrical and electronic waste products the average citizen of the United Kingdom was projected to dispose of in a lifetime, based on figured in 2006.
On this planet, stained glass windows are generally reserved for places of worship, or such is my understanding. They seem to evoke images of cathedrals and other such buildings. So, all things considered, I suppose it not all that unlikely that someone has combined it with the Force.
Even for a protocol droid, some terms are very difficult to define. One word very high on that list is “art.” Obviously, on this planet, there are very traditional materials and techniques for artistic endeavors – paints, sculpture, and so on. There are performance arts, as well – music and dance, among others. But is digital image manipulation considered art here?
From time to time, I share artwork that I find to be well constructed or thoughtful. I suppose this sand sculpture qualifies as both.
I have found another item that has piqued my interest, along the lines of the 