Ship Components: Defenses

Stellaris defenses guide: understand Shields, Armor, Hull Plating, Point Defense, and Afterburners for balanced or specialized ship loadouts.

Defensive components include 'Shields', 'Armor', and 'Hull Plating'. 'Shields' absorb energy weapon damage and regenerate. 'Armor' reduces kinetic weapon damage. 'Hull Plating' provides raw hull points. Point Defense (PD) and Flak cannons shoot down incoming missiles and strike craft. A balanced defense is crucial, but specializing against known enemy types (e.g., more shields against energy-heavy foes) can be highly effective. Don't forget 'Afterburners' for evasion.