The Death Star was a trap[1]. It wasn't semi-complete. It was fully operational[2] and designed to lure in the Rebel fleet to a single location. Destroying t

The Death Star was a trap[1]. It wasn't semi-complete. It was fully operational[2] and designed to lure in the Rebel fleet to a single location. Destroying the rebels in detail had proved to be too time consuming. [1] Ackbar, Return of the Jedi "It's a trap!" [2] The Emperor, Return of the Jedi "As you can see, my young apprentice, your friends have failed. Now witness the firepower of this fully ARMED and OPERATIONAL battle station!"