Each faction within the Star Wars universe has its greatest weapon. This weapon may be in the form of an individual, a group of people, a structure, or a spiritual entity of sorts. Over the many eras throughout Star Wars history, we've seen super-weapons came and go. During the Galactic Civil War era, the Empire had its Death Star – capable of destroying entire planets. Some may even go as far to say that Darth Vader was the Empire's greatest weapon during his reign as the Emperor's right hand man. For the Alliance to Restore the Republic? It wasn't something as destructible as the Death Star, but it was a mere individual whose presence changed the entire tide of a battle. That man was Luke Skywalker. 

In The Old Republic, we again see the clash of two super-factions; the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire. Though a peace treaty has been signed between the two parties, a war is still on the brink of eruption. And when that does happen, what does each side have to use that may gain them the upper hand? Let's forget the Republic for a moment (much to my dismay), as this is Empire week! What do you think is the Empire's greatest weapon against the Republic? That is today's Empire-themed Force Reflection. Does the burden of carrying the Empire in war fall upon one person's shoulders? Tell us your thoughts in the comments section. 

Majority of people deal with people of a superior social and economic standing to them on a daily basis, whether it be through work, or at home dealing with parents and older siblings. In a work environment where an autocratic style of leadership is in existence, any direction given by a member of higher rank -- as long as its in good faith of the job iteself -- must be followed. Questioning or disobeying these directions can lead to disciplinary and managerial action. On the contrary, a workplace that adopts a diplomatic style of leadership, such as an office workplace with no clear rank or hierarchy structure, is a lot less strict in regards to directions given by those that hold managerial positions. 

The Galactic Empire was a militaristic order with rank structure, therefore an autocratic style of leadership was enforced. However, unlike other organisations such as the Rebel Alliance, the Empire enforced their orders brutally, sometimes resulting in death. Darth Vader has been seen  to crush the throats of those that failed to succeed in their tasks. The Emperor was just as ruthless. In the era of The Old Republic, Darth Malgus possesses similar traits of brutality. It wouldn't be wise to question his orders. On the other side of the war, the Jedi Order is led by Satele Shan, and the Galactic Republic is led by the likes of Supreme Chancellor Janarus and General Garza. 

In today's Force Reflection, tell us what your character thinks of their leaders. Do they despise their bosses? Do they fear them? Perhaps your character couldn't be happier under the current leadership. Let us know in the comments section.