DRK-1 Probe Droid is subjected to frequent memory wipes, and has little to nothing in the way of personality. It acts according to its basic programming in an efficient and impersonal manner.

DRK-1 Probe Droid has had every external component painted black as night, with attempts to minimize the brightness of external lights and features. This allows this DRK-1 Probe Droid to more easily blend into the shadows and darkness unseen.

DRK-1 Probe Droid has had its sensor suites upgraded to significantly increase their range and sensitivity, allowing this DRK-1 Probe Droid to collect and record a wide range of data during scouting operations. These sensors are far more sensitive to jamming interferance and are more prone to damage.