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So it's essentially an I-field then?

If so, it'd probably be a massive energy hog, so the Paladin likely wouldn't be able to function for long periods of time. Do the generators overheat easily?
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A weaker variant yeah.

It can turn it on and off manually. Like say in the middle of battle the Paladin needs to retreat, then it can use the last of its energy reserves and boost outta there, while also having small-medium projectiles not be able to damage it as much as its going away you know? Besides, the physical shield is the mech's primary mode of defense anyways so there's that.