energy shield

Protective energy bubble

An energy shield is a protective barrier in science fiction that deflects attacks using force fields, plasma, or other technological means rather than physical material.

The concept appears across games, films, and novels: The ship's energy shield absorbed the laser fire.

In gaming, energy shields often regenerate over time, distinguishing them from conventional armor.

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science fiction · starship · generator · power source · absorb · impenetrable · shimmering · hum · bubble · protective · repel · kinetic · armor · glowing · pulse · capacitor · overload · recharge

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protection type

energy shieldplate armor

Rigid metal body protection

body armor · steel plating · reactive armor · chainmail · bulletproof vest

DEFENSIVE vs. OFFENSIVE TECHNOLOGY

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Device firing focused radiation

laser cannon · phaser · particle beam · disruptor · death ray

PROTECTION vs. VULNERABILITY

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Out in open

unshielded · defenseless · unprotected · vulnerable · naked

Family

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Everyday, not technical · Rated G