Soon, peace and order will be restored throughout the galaxy. While the Rebels are one of the biggest threats in the initial stages of the game, many missions also deal with the elimination of pirates and other criminals, civil wars, traitor Imperials, and others, in order to maintain peace in the galaxy.Įmperor Palpatine from his throne in the Imperial Palace. Here the Empire is portrayed as a force for peace and order, while the Rebel Alliance is portrayed as a cause of anarchy and chaos. Since this is the first game ever on the side of the Galactic Empire, the position of an Imperial main character could estrange some players however the pilot's role becomes a bit sympathetic since he lives in fear of the punishment of Darth Vader and other superiors, and later the player is directed against other odds. The player assumes the role of a rookie TIE pilot, whose name in the player's guide is given as Maarek Stele.