Benjamin W. Rastus

"It was the failure of the Old Republic that lead to galactic anarchy... why should we leave stability to return to such a state?"

- Benjamin W. Rastus

Benjamin W. Rastus was a member of the Old Guard, the group of Imperial officers that were educated and trained in the Old Republic Naval Academy. He was still versed in the customs and etiquette of the Old Republic during his service in the Imperial Navy, though he followed the Empire with completely loyalty, believing it to be the legitimate heir to the old Senate. Though it was rumored that he questioned or even disagreed with some of the ideals of the New Order, there was no doubt he was solidly behind it. Even without his distinguished combat record, he was well respected for his excellent training of younger officers; many of the Empire's finest commanding officers began their career under Rastus's command. He eventually became a Vice Admiral, though retired several years later, ending his career as Chief of Naval Operations.