Proto-Tool

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The Proto-Tool is a high tech multi-functional weapon that serves as Rook Blonko's primary weapon.

Appearance[]

The appearance of the Proto-Tool depends on its mode. In its default form, it appears to be a blaster, colored indigo, white and orange. It has a Galvan tech symbol on the top of its handle. When not in use, Rook wears the Proto-Tool on his shoulder.

Proto-Tool fused with Upgrade in Something Zombozo This Way Comes.

History[]

Background[]

The Proto-Tool was created by the Galvan^{[DJW 1]} an unspecified time ago and given to Rook.

Omniverse[]

When not in use or on standby, Rook wears the Proto-Tool on his left shoulder.

In Showdown: Part 2, the Proto-Tool was absorbed by Malware, though Rook eventually received a replacement.

In Rook Tales, the Proto-Tool was destroyed by Kundo before being fixed by Rook Ben.

Functions[]

The Proto-Tool can turn into a blaster, power sword, staff, bow, grappler, shield, fishing pole, and numerous other equipment.

Image	Function	Type	First Appearance
	Blaster	Combat	The More Things Change: Part 1
	Custom Bow	Combat	The More Things Change: Part 1
	Net Caster	Support	The More Things Change: Part 1
	Missile Launcher	Combat	The More Things Change: Part 1
	Power Sword	Combat	The More Things Change: Part 1
	Grappler	Support/Combat	The More Things Change: Part 1
	Sight	Support	The More Things Change: Part 2
	Energy Shackle	Combat	The More Things Change: Part 2
	Auto Turret	Combat	A Jolt From the Past
	Flashlight	Tool	It Was Them
	Tonfa	Combat	Hot Stretch
	Taser	Combat	Of Predators and Prey: Part 2
	Fishing Rod	Tool	Gone Fishin'
	Laser	Support	Rules of Engagement
	Hose	Tool	Showdown: Part 1
	Vacuum	Tool	Showdown: Part 1
	Shield	Combat/Support	Tummy Trouble
	Harpoon Gun	Combat	Tummy Trouble
	Staff	Combat	The Frogs of War: Part 1
	Energy Shield	Support	Max's Monster
	Pulley	Support	An American Benwolf in London
	Electric Rope	Combat	Rad Monster Party
	Laser Pointer	Tool	Catfight
	Bro-Flex	Tool	No Honor Among Bros
	Thermal Scope	Support	Third Time's a Charm
	Pull Up Bar	Tool	No Honor Among Bros

Disadvantages[]

• The Proto-Tool is an extremely complex device and only those who are familiar with Plumber and Galvan technology can properly use its many features, such as Rook, Azmuth, and Wes Green.
  • When Billy Billions tried to use it, the Proto-Tool literally backfired on him.^[2]
  • The Red Knight shot itself through the chest when it tried to use the Proto-Tool.^[3]
• The Proto-Tool can run out of power, as shown when in the presence of Terroranchula Phil.^[4]

Naming and Translations[]

Trivia[]

• The Proto-Tool is the most versatile tech in the known universe. Rook made some "special modifications" to his Proto-Tool, although he didn't state what they were.^[1]
• Rook currently holds the one and only Proto-Tool.^{[DJW 2]}
• At the time of It Was Them, Rook mentions that the Proto-Tool does not have a freeze ray or a fire extinguisher mode.^[5][6]
• The Proto-Tool has a finite number of transformations, but it can be upgraded to have more modes.^{[DJW 3]}

References[]

Derrick J. Wyatt[]

See Also[]

• Proto-Tech Armor
• Proto-TRUK