Plasma mining camp

"Back off! This is a legal operation."

- The mine operator to Gavyn Sykes

This mining camp was used to mine plasma during the time of the invasion of the planet Naboo in 32 BBY. The base was attacked by the Trade Federation Droid Army during the invasion. The camp was protected by Lieutenant Gavyn Sykes of Bravo Squadron. Sykes contacted the mine operator to ask for information but was rebuffed. The remaining Laser cannons fired on Sykes, who retaliated by destroying the camp.

Characteristics
The camp consisted of three plasma miners, laser turrets, and a control room. The mine also featured a central hub which could strengthen deflector shields.

History
This camp was in operation to mine plasma when the Trade Federation invaded Naboo in 32 BBY. The Federation sent Armored Assault Tanks to destroy the camp. a ship resembling the Hutt smuggler Borvo's personal transport left the scene during the skirmish Lieutenant Gavyn Sykes of Bravo Squadron was in the area at the same time searching for his downed flight lead, Captain Kael. Sykes engaged the tanks, destroying them. Upon contacting the mine operator to ask for information, Sykes received a hostile response. The operator's words did not deter Sykes, and after giving a final warning, the operator ordered his remaining defenses to engage the Naboo pilot. Sykes retaliated by destroying the camp.

Behind the scenes
This mining camp appeared in a mission from the 2000 video game Star Wars: Battle for Naboo. It is necessary to destroy the camp to continue duirng the mission, but it is not necessary to drive through the central hub and receive a shield boost.

Appearances
Star Wars: Battle for Naboo