Although aged and decrepit looking, Emperor Palpatine is the ultimate power in the Empire. Palpatine formed the Empire and declared himself Emperor when the Old Republic Senate fell. Since that time, the Empire under Palpatine's direction has virtually conquered the known galaxy. A true master in the dark side of the Force, Palpatine was responsible for Darth Vader's instruction in the dark side. The true extent of his powers is as yet unknown

Encased in imposing black armor and death's head mask, Darth Vader, Dark Lord of the Sith, is the most visible symbol of the Empire and its New Order. Vader is a powerful dark Jedi and primarily responsible for the almost complete extermination of the Order of the Jedi Knights. Formally known as Anakin Skywalker, who was once a student of Obi-Wan Kenobi, Vader was corrupted by the dark side of the Force and became the Emperor's right-hand man. He is a brilliant military tactician and excellent starfighter pilot. Known for his ruthlessness, few who fail Lord Vader ever live to regret their mistake. The Alliance hoped that Vader was lost during the destruction of the Death Star, but he has recently returned in command of one of the new Super Star Destroyers.

Daala is the only known female Admiral in the Imperial Navy and one of the most brilliant military strategists in the Empire. Daala is currently in command of the late Grand Moff Tarkin's special weapons development task force.
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The only non-human Admiral in the service of the Empire, Thrawn is a master tactician and a cool-headed warrior. His familiarity with spacecraft and cunning make him a deadly foe.

Formerly the Emperor?s right hand man and a distinguished military commander, Screed can be trusted with nearly any space battle.

Shenir Rix is a Calamari female reputed to be one of the best information dealers in the galaxy. She only deals in solid, reliable information less than 24 hours old. If the information comes from Rix, you can be guaranteed it will be accurate.

Like most Rodians, Menndo began his career as a bounty hunter, but later learned that assassination and espionage were more profitable and less hassling than bounties. An expert assassin, Menndo has been linked to the deaths of several high ranking political officials.

A tactless mercenary in the service of the Empire, Niles Ferrier is a smuggler, spy and inveterate war profiteer.

General Veers commands an elite group of Imperial ground assault forces currently attached to Lord Vader's command. Renowned for his brilliant strategic planning and technique, Veers is positioned to take command of all Imperial ground forces, providing he survives his time with Lord Vader.

A loyal and dependable servant of the Empire, Commander Pter Thanas is nevertheless among the kindest of those who follow the will of Emperor Palpatine.

Noval Garaint is a bounty hunter who is never seen outside of his battle armor. He is rumored to be the real power behind Horch, the crime lord of Kheedar.