The Empire
Three Years After the Empire's Success at The Battle of Yavin and the Destruction of the Rebel Alliance
Three Years After the Empire's Success at The Battle of Yavin and the Destruction of the Rebel Alliance
Supreme Moff Grosso is one of the most ruthless and calculating figures in the Imperial hierarchy. Raised on Coruscant in a family with deep ties to the Empire's bureaucracy, Grosso's upbringing was steeped in political intrigue and militaristic discipline. He displayed an exceptional aptitude for both strategy and manipulation, quickly rising through the ranks to command key Imperial operations.
Grosso's ascension to Supreme Moff came in the aftermath of Grand Moff Tarkin's death, a pivotal moment in the history of the Empire. Recognizing Grosso's ability to maintain strict control over Imperial territories, Emperor Palpatine appointed him to oversee all sectors, effectively making him one of the most powerful figures in the galaxy. Grosso's new role granted him direct access to Palpatine and substantial authority to implement Imperial policies.
Grosso's demeanor is cold and analytical. He views the galaxy as a complex chessboard, with every move calculated to strengthen his position and advance the Empire's agenda. His capacity for ruthless decisions is well-known, and he demonstrates little tolerance for incompetence or dissent. Unlike some other Imperial officers who rely on brute force, Grosso prefers a subtler approach, manipulating people and events to achieve his goals.
Grosso is not a charismatic leader, but his presence commands respect and fear. His network of informants extends throughout the galaxy, providing him with crucial intelligence on his enemies and allies alike. He is a master of maintaining a low profile, revealing just enough of his plans to keep his rivals off balance.
Grosso's relationships within the Empire are complex and often based on power dynamics. His interactions with Darth Vader are cautious but respectful; he understands the Sith Lord's role as the Emperor's enforcer, but he doesn't view Vader as an insurmountable threat. Grosso knows that his power comes from his ability to control information and maneuver behind the scenes, something Vader does not excel at.
Grosso's relationship with Emperor Palpatine is centered on loyalty, but there is an undercurrent of ambition. While he is devoted to serving the Emperor's vision, Grosso's ultimate goals remain ambiguous. He understands that his position as Supreme Moff is secured by his usefulness to Palpatine, and he is constantly working to maintain that usefulness.
As Supreme Moff, Grosso is responsible for maintaining order across all Imperial sectors. He uses a combination of strict policies and covert manipulation to suppress rebellion and maintain stability. Gold Battalion is a key part of his strategy, acting as his personal army to enforce his will.
Grosso's role is critical to the stability of the Empire, and his methods ensure that any signs of dissent are swiftly dealt with. He takes a proactive approach, preferring to eliminate threats before they gain momentum. This approach, coupled with his personal battalion of stormtroopers, makes Grosso one of the most feared figures in the galaxy.
One of SUpreme Moff Grosso's most striking assets is his personal battalion of stormtroopers, known as Gold Battalion. These elite troopers wear distinctive gold-plated armor, symbolizing their loyalty and elite status within the Empire. Gold Battalion is renowned for its discipline and efficiency, operating under Grosso's direct command. This battalion is often deployed in high-risk situations or to execute Grosso's most sensitive operations.
Gold Battalion's presence is a clear signal that Grosso is taking a personal interest in a matter. The sight of the gold-plated stormtroopers is enough to instill fear in those who oppose the Empire. The battalion's specialized training and equipment make them highly effective in both combat and intelligence-gathering missions. They are fiercely loyal to Grosso, and he relies on them to enforce his will without question.
Gold Battalion also serves as Grosso's enforcers, tasked with maintaining his personal security and carrying out his most secretive orders. Their gold-plated armor is more than a show of prestige—it is a signal to the galaxy that Grosso's reach is long and his power absolute.
Ekker Raméz, a polished and ruthless Imperial Security Bureau Loyalty Officer, emerges from the influential city of Canto Bight on the planet Cantonia. Firmly entrenched in the ideals of the Empire, Raméz sees himself as a guardian against dissent, maintaining order with a demeanor that seamlessly blends charm and cruelty. Behind this facade, however, lurks a troubling secret—Raméz is entangled in a severe addiction to spice, a vice happily served by the cunning Devaronian crime lord, Buula Zorvago.
While his loyalty to the Empire remains steadfast, Raméz harbors a perilous ambition to ascend beyond his current station. Believing that Supreme Moff Grosso and Darth Vader prioritize personal ambitions over loyalty to the Empire, Raméz seeks to usurp them from the top of the Imperial hierarchy. In his mind, he envisions a new era where unwavering commitment to Imperial ideals reigns supreme.
Darth Vader stands among the smoldering remains of the Rebel Alliance, the afterglow of his victory at Yavin dimmed by a profound sense of loss. Luke Skywalker, the young pilot he killed in the battle's final moments, was his son. The revelation burns deep within him, a twisted irony that churns his fury into something darker and more personal. Vader's anger is not just for the Rebels—who took his son from him before he could know him—but for the Emperor, who kept this critical truth hidden. The knowledge that Anakin Skywalker had children, and that his son had died by his own hand, fuels a rage that threatens to consume him.
As he executes the Emperor's commands with ruthless efficiency, Vader’s inner turmoil festers, his rage growing with each passing day. He directs his fury toward crushing the last remnants of dissent, but his anger at Palpatine's deceit remains constant. The Emperor's deception has taken from him the only chance to reconnect with his past, to perhaps find a glimmer of redemption. Instead, he is left with a hollow victory and a galaxy plunged into darkness.
Amidst this turmoil, Vader watches the rise of Supreme Moff Grosso with a critical eye. Grosso's reckless ambition and unchecked aggression worry Vader, and to him it serves as a reminder that the Empire's grip on the galaxy is precarious, and those who seek power without understanding its true cost are doomed to failure.
Inquisitor Tremayne is the sole Inquisitor in the Galactic Empire, handpicked by Darth Vader to execute the most brutal and sensitive missions. His connection to the Force is erratic, almost experimental, as if he's constantly exploring its dark depths. This reckless approach makes Tremayne a potent, if volatile, weapon in the hands of Vader, whose directives often require swift and merciless action. Tremayne's journey to the dark side began in a fierce battle with Vader, where he was overwhelmed by the Sith Lord's raw power.
As Vader stood poised to strike him down, he sensed Tremayne's latent darkness, recognizing the untamed potential within him. Rather than kill him, Vader offered him a choice: die as a failed Jedi or embrace the dark side and serve as his apprentice.
Tremayne chose the latter, and the dark side consumed him, transforming his former Jedi ideals into a ruthless loyalty to Vader. Now, he hunts Jedi survivors and crushes dissent with a chaotic and kinetic combat style, often leaving devastation in his wake. His reckless tactics and wild energy have earned him a fearsome reputation throughout the galaxy. However, Tremayne's erratic embrace of the dark side and his unpredictable nature have not gone unnoticed by Emperor Palpatine. The Emperor is vigilant, watching Tremayne's actions from afar, ensuring that his ambitions do not overstep his assigned role.
Palpatine understands the dangers of allowing someone with such a raw and untamed connection to the Force to gain too much influence. While Tremayne's loyalty to Vader is absolute, his potential to become a threat cannot be ignored. The Emperor has his own plans for the galaxy and will not let an Inquisitor with reckless ambitions jeopardize them. As a result, Tremayne operates under a shadow of surveillance, constantly aware that his every move could draw the Emperor's scrutiny.
Though he is a powerful enforcer for the Empire, Tremayne knows that the line between asset and threat is thin, and that crossing it could lead to his swift end.