Protector-class Star Destroyer

Protector-class Star Destroyer "These ships have such beauty.. Send a vanguard to Nirauan."

- to an officer about the Protector

The Protector-class Star Destroyer was a variant developed by Cybe Drives for the. It was was originally designed by, but production of the ship was shipped to Cybe Drives.

Characteristics
The Protector was loosely based on the, although its length surpassed that of the Imperial-class Star Destroyer with 600 meters.

The Protector had more weaponry than both the and the, however shared most other aspects with the Imperial-class, including its shielding and engines.

According to the, the Protector is officially classified as. It was however, initially designed as a Star Destroyer.

History
The Protector was designed prior to 's death. It entered construction at in. Progress was however halted when  invaded. Zsinj had numerous models transported to, but his would never get to use them, as Zsinj would die prematurely.

In, more Protectors were under construction. The however invaded Kuat, which led  to move the ships and the plans to Cybe Drives, finding progress too slow.

The ships continued production over Cybe, and the first few ships were finished in. sent a portion of the ships to his for use. had and  engineers study the ship, before employing it in the Empire of the Hand's navy.

The Protector later entered service with the again, with  purchasing several models for the.

Appearances

 * Drafts