A Deflection tower was a shield generator.

Contents 1 Characteristics 2 History 3 Appearances 4 Sources

CharacteristicsEdit

It generated high-intensity deflector shields that were a vital part of many planetary defense systems.

HistoryEdit

Many such structures were found on space stations such as the Death Stars. They were often guarded by turbolaser turrets.

AppearancesEdit

• Jedi Apprentice: The Defenders of the Dead
• Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope
• Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope junior novel
• Star Wars: Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader
• Star Wars: Rogue Squadron III: Rebel Strike

SourcesEdit

• A Guide to the Star Wars Universe
• The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia