In the Empire's Service: SWBTF #286

About this episode

The episode discusses the conflict between Rogue Squadron and the Imperial 181st Fighter Division, focusing on key characters and plot developments.

Wedge Antilles, the Ace X-wing pilot of the Rebel Alliance, heads up the legendary Rogue Squadron, the most feared unit in the Rebel fleet. But the Empire boasts its own elite force—the ruthless Imperial 181st Fighter Division, commanded by Baron Fel, the mentor to many of Rogue Squadron’s finest pilots. Now, Wedge and his Rogues will face the ultimate challenge as the 181st is deployed to settle the score with Rogue Squadron, once and for all! And what secrets could this new commander have on Wedge? And what implications will it all hold for the fledgling New Republic? Stay tuned as your hosts cover all this, and more, on the next Star Wars Beyond the Films . YOUR “ Star Wars” discussion podcast! YOUR Podcast of Legends! …aswell as Canon! YOUR ticket to that Galaxy far, far away! Your Fandom lies Beyond the Films. This week your hosts discuss…. X-Wing: Rogue Squadron: In the Empire's Service On the world of Brentaal, Imperial General Isoto prepares for a Rebel assault. His goal: not to save the planet, or even the Imperial base, but to save himself. Isoto has the best shield there is, the Empire's greatest fighter ace, Baron Fel. But having the Baron and having him take orders…

Topics covered

• Rogue Squadron
• Imperial 181st Fighter Division
• Baron Fel
• Wedge Antilles
• New Republic
• X-Wing
• Project Ambition

Keywords

• Wedge Antilles
• Baron Fel
• Rogue Squadron
• Imperial 181st Fighter Division
• Brentaal
• Project Ambition
• Star Wars

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rogue Squadron, Imperial 181st Fighter Division, New Republic

Places: Brentaal

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