Juggerhead

Juggerhead, also known as the Imperial Navy Yard, was the code-name of the Galactic Empire-owned shipyard at Bestine IV which were the secret site of research and development on the TIE torpedo.

History

Bestine IV was chosen by the Galactic Empire as the site of new, high-security naval shipyards in 3 BBY. Unlike most naval yards, this was to be located directly on the water of Bestine instead of in a zero-gravity environment. Although the shipyard to all outward appearances manufactured shells for Acclamator-class assault ships, it was in reality conducting research and development on the TIE torpedo. To protect the base's secrets, the local populace was displaced. The populace would later go on to join a Alliance to Restore the Republic cell, although they would be unable to disrupt the Juggerhead naval yards. The naval yards would be abandoned when Bestine joined the New Republic in 9 ABY, although everything of value was removed.

Sources

• Galaxy Guide 3: The Empire Strikes Back (as Imperial Navy Yard)
• The Movie Trilogy Sourcebook (as Imperial Navy Yard)
• Galaxy Guide 3: The Empire Strikes Back, Second Edition
• The Essential Guide to Planets and Moons (as Imperial Naval Base) (First pictured)
• The Force Unleashed Campaign Guide
• The Essential Atlas
• The Essential Guide to Warfare
• Star Wars: Edge of the Empire Core Rulebook
• Star Wars: Age of Rebellion Core Rulebook

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