The test

[Number_6]

Bespin. Home of Tibanna gas mining operations. A world that has maintained neutrality except during a stretch when Cloud City and other mining operations were occupied by the Empire. Some of the mining operations have been abandoned over the years, others prosper greatly. A Star Destroyer hasn't been seen over the skies of Bespin in decades.... until today. The blood red Sidious-class Star Destroyer, Emperor's Will
came out of hyperspace and approaced the planets atmosphere, entering into orbit around it.

"Find a suitable target for our test, Commander." Shan'ku ordered.

"Yes sir. We are detecting a mining platform almost directly below us in the planet's atmosphere," came the reply.

"Is it inhabited?"

"Yes sir, lifeforms are detected aboard the platform."

"Very well. Target the platform. You may fire when ready."

"Aye, Captain."

The Star Destroyer rotated and angled it's bow so that it faced the planet's atmosphere.

"Target is lined up. Weapon is charging.... FIRING NOW!"

The circular opening in the front of the Star Destroyer glowed a bright green and a long, powerful beam came firing out of the opening, and struck the mining platform dead on. Seconds later, in a brilliant explosion, Serenity Mining Station ceased to exist.

"Platform has been completely destroyed. Weapon is 100% functional. Test complete."

"Excellently done Commander. Let us set a course for the fourth moon of Yavin and offer our service to the Empire."

10 minutes later, the Emperor's Will jumped to lightspeed, on it's way to Yavin IV.

[Kat]

(Moved from Bespin section)