Quickly, the Falcon zig-zags toward the TIE fighters. With the modified freighter’s firepower and forward-angled shields, she more than matches the two small craft. The distance shrinks rapidly, yet Han holds his fire. The Falcon packs a surprising punch. With patience, he might destroy the two fighters before their pilots realize what is hitting them.
At long range, the TIE laser cannons flash. Han smiles; they will have to get closer to penetrate the shields. He targets on the two TIEs. Any second now –
The TIEs split! One goes to starboard and the other slips to port. Their pilots have not fallen for Han’s trap – in fact, they have laid a trap all of their own.
“Even shields!” Han calls, turning to follow the port side TIE.
The warning comes too late. As he swings to attack the port side TIE, the other closes in behind them. The Falcon lurches violently. The TIE has found its mark.
Chewbacca yells.
“Shields down?” Han screams. “That can’t be!”
Two more violent lurches convince Han that Chewbacca is telling the truth.
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