Naboo Royal Starship

"The royal vessel of the lovely Padmé Amidala. Such an elegant thing, from an elegant world."

- Emperor Palpatine

The Naboo Royal Starship, a modified J-type 327 Nubian starship, was the royal starship of Queen Padmé Amidala during the Invasion of Naboo. She used it to escape from the Trade Federation's occupation of Naboo, where it landed on Tatooine for repairs, before making its way to Coruscant and, eventually, back to Naboo.

Normally, the ship was at Queen Amidala's disposal for formal state visits to other planetary representatives, and for royal events on Naboo. Naboo tradition encouraged the current monarch to personally name the ship, but due to the Invasion of Naboo, Amidala had more important concerns.

Design
"I need parts for a J-type 327 Nubian."

- Qui-Gon Jinn, to Watto

The unique spaceframe boasted a strikingly beautiful design that exemplified the philosophy of blending art and function that was seen throughout Naboo technology, and embodied the craftsmanship that prevailed during the peaceful years of the Galactic Republic. The entire ship was considered a work of art by Naboo's citizens.

The gleaming finish was made from a substance known as royal chromium, usually reserved for the ships serving Naboo's monarch. Rather than using automatons or factory equipment, the mirrored hull was crafted and hand-polished by fine artisans. The interior was made with equal care and as to be expected, was quite spacious. From fore to aft, the ship contained the luxurious royal quarters, a forward hold, a main hold with tech station and the cockpit that was accessible via turbolift. The final compartment was the throne room, where the monarch rode during journeys and received guests. All in all, the vessel literally reflected the designers' desire to create a symbol of grace and beauty.

Specifications
"Do not worry. She has certain enhancements&hellip; It's stronger than it looks."

- Darth Vader

The spaceframe was handcrafted in Theed by the Theed Palace Space Vessel Engineering Corps, and designed around the imported sublight engine and T-14 hyperdrive generator, both from Nubian Design Collective. Thus internally, the vessel was a J-type 327 Nubian starship, and had to use J-type 327 Nubian parts. The vessel was equipped with powerful shields and had no offensive weaponry.

History
The Naboo Royal Starship was the personal starship of Queen Padmé Amidala during her tenure. She utilized the starship during the Invasion of Naboo. Decades after, Emperor Palpatine had the vessel in the Imperial Palace and gave it to Darth Vader for his personal use, knowing that he would be reminded of his past.

Appearances

 * Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace
 * Star Wars Battlefront II
 * Darth Vader: Dark Lord of the Sith 20: Fortress Vader, Part II
 * Darth Vader 4: Vader, Part IV
 * Darth Vader 5: Vader, Part V
 * Darth Vader 6: Vader, Part VI
 * Darth Vader 6: Vader, Part VI