An Arquitens-class light cruiser, the Imperial light cruiser was a double threat, both powerful and fast. It was equipped with multiple quad laser turrets and double-barreled turbolaser batteries, as well as concussion missile launchers, while quicker and more maneuverable than a Star Destroyer. After the destruction of the Lothal communications tower, a light cruiser was used to capture and relay information from surface courier droids brought aboard.