CloakShape fighter / Legends The CloakShape fighter , or CS fighter , was a space and atmospheric fighter built by Kuat Systems Engineering decades before the Clone Wars . Characteristics . These starfighters were not considered particularly agile or powerful when first introduced , but the reinforced hull made the vessel quite durable and overall they were generally considered adequate for their class . They had comparatively small powerplants which made them less than ideal for combat in deep space , but they performed competently in planetary atmospheres and were thus considered best suited to a defensive role . The CloakShape ' s simple design , modular compartments , and universal adapters encouraged modification , allowing them to be fitted with a variety of aftermarket systems . A skilled mechanic could remove and replace entire systems with ease , and by the time of the Battle of Yavin it was widely considered impossible to find an " original CloakShape . " Upgrades were commonly available to provide a stronger power generator , greater fuel storage , stronger weapons , more advanced sensors and targeting computers , and more powerful engines . Upgrades could even add completely new systems such as deflector shields , or convert the cockpit into an escape pod . In stock form , these fighters did not include a hyperdrive , which is why a self - powered hyperdrive sled was a popular upgrade . The most popular addition was the Curich Engineering rear wing and stabilizer conversion kit ; it was so common that many assumed that the fighter originally came with the stabilizer . Even with the improved handling and turning radius provided by this modification , however , the CloakShape still had its flaws ; like the Z - 95 Headhunter , its relatively slow sublight speed allowed heavy weapons , normally useless against a starfighter , to target the sluggish craft . By 10 ABY , they only cost 15 , 000 credits . History . CloakShapes were adopted by the Judicial Forces of the Galactic Republic , the Jedi Order ( as Whitecloak fighter s , a modified version ) , several corporations and local governments , as well as criminal organizations like the Nebula Front . Jedi Padawan Anakin Skywalker was familiar with the controls of the CloakShape . In 23 BBY , while on a mission to Fondor , the 18 - year - old Skywalker piloted a CloakShape owned by Fondor ' s Senator Rodd to infiltrate and destroy a Groodo the Hutt - fabricated counterfeit of the ancient Corellia StarDrive transport , the " Sun Runner " . While successful in the task ( by way of a hypermatter reactor - planted proton grenade and a concussion missile - bombardment of the ship ' s sensor - guided missile silo ) , he was forced to make a nighttime crash - landing on the Fondorian jungle - moon Nallastia , from which he was later retrieved by his Master Obi - Wan Kenobi and Jedi Knight Bultar Swan . Skywalker was forced to eject from the CloakShape ' s cockpit — explosive bolts releasing its canopy — before the starfighter itself spiraled nosefirst into a grassy field and blossomed into a burst of flame upon impact . His ejected seat ' s automatic landing jet s allowed Skywalker to steer himself down near the crash site , which lay in the foothills of Mount Octan . Despite its drawbacks , the CloakShape remained in service for decades after it was first regarded as outdated . CloakShapes could often be found in service as system patrol craft , smuggler blockade vessels , and support vessels for anti - piracy actions . A squadron of CloakShape fighters was part of the New Republic fleet that hunted for Warlord Zsinj ; however , due to age , these ships suffered badly during the battles with the warlord . Han Solo encountered a CloakShape flown by a bounty hunter on Nar Shaddaa . The hunter pursued Solo and the " Millennium Falcon " , following the Corellian through heavy traffic , right into Shug Ninx ' s garage , where the targeting cannons behind the garage ' s secret door made short work of both the bounty hunter and his ship . The Anzat Kell Douro used one of these ships , named " Predator " , as he searched the galaxy for the truth of fate . He kept live beings in stasis in the hold to feed upon up until his demise . The ace pilot Jayn flew one known as the " Leilana ' s Dagger " , named after his deceased wife ; however , it was destroyed , along with him , at Iope shortly after the Battle of Yavin by the assassin X - 7 .