Pseudo-Matter

Pseudo-Matter (aka Hard Light) is a field that is generated using precisely-programmed magnetic fields and electric current. It has virtually zero mass and thickness (being composed of electrons), yet it is solid like any other matter. It can be programmed into any variety of shapes (or rather, the joined surfaces of two-dimensional shapes) and is quite strong, although if it is broken (usually by magnetically repulsive pressure), it will shatter. This releases a significant electronic charge to the area and usually destroys the generator by overheating. Pseudo-matter was invented on Epsilon and is still rather experimental, but is gaining acceptance among the Galactic Armada thanks to skilled users such as Buzzsaw and Wing.