Alien Robot (Below Zero)

Alien Robots are small robots created by the Architects. They are found roaming within Sanctuary Zero.

Their main function is to repair and uphold Alien Bases and thus are equipped with two welding tools, which can deal small amounts of damage. They are also programmed to defend Alien Bases from intruding life forms, and will use the aforementioned tools as weapons if the need arises. Despite being created by the Precursor Race, these robots are simple, even in comparison to current human technology.

Appearance
The Alien Robot is similar in size and shape to the Cave Crawler, but colored in the same way as most Precursor Technology, being predominantly dark grey with green luminescence.

The Alien Robot has an octagonal body with a small head on the front and a larger, rectangular object on the back. It has four legs split into three segments each. Two green tipped stalks used as repair tools protrude from its back. Decorative patterns are carved into most parts of the Alien Robot.

Behavior
Upon seeing the Player, the robots become aggressive, attacking by thrusting their two welding tools towards the player which deal 3 damage per hit. They spark when they take damage and explode when destroyed.

Alien Robots are also capable of climbing the Prawn Suit, this however, will not damage the vehicle.

Trivia

 * The Alien Robot was previously called the Alien Drone and prior to that, Precursor Droid.
 * The looks for the Alien Robot were inspired by Cave Crawlers, and in early development they shared the same set of animations, currently they use a set of animations similar to the Cave Crawler, but augmented to look more mechanical.