The cornerstone of Replicator technology. To the Asgard's knowledge, each individual block contains two million isolated keron pathways. Replicator blocks provide the foundation on which any Replicator design is conceived (With the natural exception of humanoid Replicators). By their very nature they are extremely durable and customizable, taking orders from an indeterminate source to assemble into any pattern which is required to achieve their objectives. Replicator blocks assemble to create any and all design of bug, as well as more rudimentary, but practical, configurations such as walls and barriers to keep out aggressors. They absorb plasma energy from staff weapons and the energy source of zat'ni'katels. However, they are prone to human weapons such as P-90's. Typically one shot is insufficient, as the blocks still have enough energy to reassemble usually once. When energized, Replicator blocks emit a distinct energy signature, indicating they still have the ability to join. If this signature is missing then it's safe to say a block is "dead." KEY EPISODE(S) - Nemesis - O'Neill, recently provided with weapons, takes a shot at a replicator to find it's blocks burst apart, but then rejoin. Small Victories - After Frasier removes a piece of replicator block from Teal'c's back, Daniel realizes it is constructed from the alloys of the Russian submarine, indicating that if the creatures leave the boat for the water they will rust and die. Menace - O'Neill's team locates several dormant blocks on the original Replicator home world and immediately recognizes their potential power.  |
