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pentashield

A five-layer shield generator used to protect small areas, which is nearly impenetrable without a tuned dissembler.

1 chapter across 1 book

This Immortal (1966)Roger Zelazny

Chapter 75

This chapter serves as a glossary or lexicon of terms related to the world of Arrakis and its broader universe, providing detailed definitions of technological, ecological, cultural, and political concepts. It offers insight into the complex socio-political structures, environmental conditions, and specialized knowledge necessary to understand the setting of 'This Immortal' and the Dune universe. The entries reveal the interplay between technology, ecology, and human adaptation on Arrakis and other planets.