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The Essential Guide to Weapons and Technology (Star Wars Reference Books)

Series: Star Wars Reference Books
Genre: SF
ISBN: 0345414136
Pages: 213 pages
Publisher: Del Rey
Price: 20.95
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The Essential Guide to Weapons and Technology by Bill Smith

Description: CHOOSE YOUR WEAPON!If your opponent pulls out a Stokhli Spray Stick, you pull a Heavy Blaster Pistol. Thats the way you defend yourself in the Star Wars Universe! And these are the high-tech weapons found in that famous galaxy long ago and far away. Arm yourself with this comprehensive guide covering everything from the smallest Palm Shooter to the most massive Laser Cannon in the Imperial arsenal.Discover what separates Luke Skywalkers Lightsaber from Darth Vaders energy blade Master the workings of Chewbaccas Wookiee Bowcaster Find out the secret behind a Jawas trusty Ionization Gun Match the might of a TIE Fighter Ion Cannon against X-Wing Proton Torpedoes Youll discover detailed data on every key weapon in the Star Wars universe-from the movies to the books and beyond, including the development and history of each weapon. DESCRIPTIVE ILLUSTRATIONS FOR EVERY ENTRY! So don't get caught on the wrong end of a Disruptor or a Ryyk Kerarthorr blade-before your next mission, know the essentials!
From the smallest palm shooter to the most massive laser canon, this fascinating volume is the definitive guide to the weapons to be found in all areas of the "Star Wars" universe. Bill Smith answers questions about each weapon's level of power, from a TIE fighter's ion canon to Chewbacca's Wookie bowcaster. Line drawings & halftones throughout.