Shield

Shield generators protect the ship's hull. The shield absorbs damage from energy weapons that hit the ship, but doing so decreases the shield's energy. Projectile weapons are slowed by the shield and lose power but can still damage a ship with an active shield. Hits from projectile weapons do not lower the shield's energy. Explosives bypass shield and do direct damage to hull. The shield skill level defines which shield can be used.

Use of a shield
To use a shield:
 * 1) Reach the required shield skill level to equip the desired shield.
 * 2) Equip the shield when docked in a station through the hangar.