Vintage Collection Rocket Launcher Trooper

The Rocket Launcher Trooper is a specialized variant of the classic Imperial Stormtrooper that appears across multiple Star Wars media, most notably in video games such as Jedi: Fallen Order and Jedi: Survivor. Serving the Galactic Empire, these troopers are equipped for heavy weapon support and anti-armor operations, making them a formidable threat to both infantry and vehicles on the battlefield.

Origin and Role

• Rocket Launcher Troopers are handpicked and trained by the Galactic Empire for their proficiency with demolition and heavy weaponry.
• Their main purpose is to eliminate insurgent activity, quell uprisings, and provide long-range firepower to Imperial ground assaults, sometimes breaking through armored defenses and fortifications.
• They can be found stationed on key Imperial worlds (like Jedha), often appearing behind frontline squadrons to support other Stormtroopers from a distance.

Equipment and Combat Style

• The trooper’s principal weapon is the RPS-6 smart rocket launcher, firing long-range, highly destructive seeker missiles.
• Because the launcher is slow to reload and holds only a single rocket at a time, Rocket Launcher Troopers are vulnerable during the reload phase but are extremely dangerous when firing.
• Their armor is reinforced to withstand the backblast of the launcher but provides similar protection to standard Imperial Stormtrooper gear.

In-Game and Lore Traits

• Rocket Launcher Troopers provide ground support by targeting Jedi, rebels, or armored vehicles, forcing opponents to dodge or use cover.
• Their projectiles can sometimes be deflected with Force abilities in-game, and their strategic placement encourages tactical gameplay around reload intervals.
• While menacing at range, they are easiest to defeat when closing the distance after their launcher is discharged, making timing and approach crucial in skirmishes.

Legacy

• Rocket Launcher Troopers, sometimes called Rocket Stormtroopers or Demolition Troopers, have become a recurring enemy type throughout Star Wars games, comics, and collectible figure lines.

• They are known for their distinct role as Imperial anti-tank soldiers and for providing dynamic, explosive action in battles across the Star Wars galaxy.

The Rocket Launcher Trooper stands out among Imperial ranks for their devastating weaponry and tactical battlefield presence, representing the Empire’s ruthless approach to crushing resistance.