Death Star III was a superweapon created by the Second Imperium in 12 ABY, overseen by self proclaimed Empress and former Moff, Hirono Tavira. It was a little bigger than the Death Star II, and it's super laser had a faster recharge time than either of the previous Death Stars. The station was guarded by three Imperial-class Star Destroyers, the Imperator, Predator, and the Superior. It was destroyed by New Republic forces under Admiral Ackbar in the Battle of Death Star III.