Well, I wouldn't say that armor in the mod was like the armor feature in Voyager "Endgame", but it provides a little more protection once the shields have been knocked out (which only occurs once the generators are truly destroyed) - but not too much, a heavy weapon with a mount against most ships will cripple or destroy them.
But you're right - how would you guys really know? Oh well don't fret, I'm getting there...still
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