Cluster missile/Legends

A cluster missile was one of a group of low-powered, unguided concussion missiles that rapidly fired in the direction in which the starship carrying them was pointing. If a ship altered course while firing, any missiles not yet launched would change direction as well, rather than pursuing the previous target.

The Rebellion used cluster missiles against the Empire in starfighter combat, and were later equipped on New Republic V-wing airspeeders at the Battle of Dac during the Galactic Civil War.

Additionally, an upgraded, target-seeking version of the cluster missile was available. Rather than firing in a standard formation, the six missiles could each seek an individual target or strike together as a unified assault against a single ship.

But when used with Darth Vader's TIE Advanced x1, it shoots a cylindrical cluster of five missiles.

Behind the scenes

Cluster missiles made their first appearance in Star Wars video games in 1998, with the release of Star Wars: Rogue Squadron. Players can upgrade the cluster missiles to the seeker version by locating the upgrade in the Battle of Thyferra mission. In the game's sequel, Rogue Leader, Darth Vader's TIE Advanced x1 carries cluster missiles during the bonus missions. That version can be upgraded further to the advanced version. In Star Wars: Rogue Squadron III: Rebel Strike, the unlockable N-1 starfighter can carry cluster missiles. The Star Wars: X-Wing Miniatures Game also includes cluster missiles for simulated combat between Imperial and Rebel starfighters in Rebellion era combat.

Notes and references

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