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Honours and Awards - Empire (Pre-IHAS)
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[hide]OLD or RETIRED AWARDS
For a list of current awards please see Honours and Awards - Empire.
This is a list of Imperial Awards that have been retired and are no longer in use or old versions of active awards. (Note: Some awards have either been updated to a new name and graphic. For example the Army Betterment Award's modern equivalent would be the Army Medal of Progress, or as in the case of the Imperial Duty Bar, the award is now called the Imperial Service Medal.)
EMPIRE-WIDE AWARDS
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Imperial Medal of Honor | ![]() |
The Imperial Medal of Honour is presented to an Imperial for extremely conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of life and limb, far above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in actions against the enemies of the Galactic Empire. | |
Order of the Emperor's Seal | ![]() |
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The Emperor may invest a recipient with membership within The Order of the Emperor's Seal at his discretion, as recognition for exceptional dedication, loyalty, ability, and the application of those traits. Entrance into the Order of the Emperor's Seal replaces the Order of the Imperial Seal if the recipient is a member of that Order. This is a one time award. |
Imperial Cross | ![]() |
The Imperial Cross is presented to an Imperial who has distinguished themselves by showing extraordinary heroism to ensure the safety and security of the Galactic Empire. The act or acts of heroism must have been so notable and have involved risk of life so extraordinary as to set the individual apart from their comrades. | |
Distinguished Service Medal | ![]() |
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The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate remarkable ability and
performance, superior to that of their peers, above and beyond the call of duty. |
Imperial Gold Star | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall have undertaken actions involving the utmost loyalty and dedication in the finest traditions of the Galactic Empire. The service and honour of the recipient has been recommended well above that required for an Imperial Silver Star. | |
Imperial Silver Star | ![]() |
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The recipient of this medal shall have undertaken actions involving extreme loyalty and dedication in the finest traditions of the Galactic Empire. The service and honour of the recipient has been recommended well above that required for an Imperial Bronze Star. |
Imperial Bronze Star | ![]() |
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The recipient of this medal shall have undertaken actions involving major loyalty and dedication in the finest traditions of the Galactic Empire. |
Obsidian Crescent | ![]() |
This award is presented to any member of the Galactic Empire that has been wounded or killed, or who has died or may hereafter die after being wounded whilst on active duty. Individuals are not recommended for the decoration; rather they are entitled to it upon meeting the above criteria. | |
Medal of Merit | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall have demonstrated a superior ability to contribute to the good of the Galactic Empire above and beyond the call of duty. | |
Commissioner of Betterment | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall demonstrate an unwavering effort to support initiatives to fundamentally and beneficially reform the procedures, policies, or practices of the Galactic Empire. | |
Combat Action Ribbon | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have served in at least one combat situation in the Galactic Empire. | |
Imperial Defence Medal | ![]() |
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Meritorious Unit Award | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall participate in a unit which demonstrates exceptional performance and execution above and beyond the call of duty. | |
Achievement Medal | ![]() |
This medal and ribbon shall be presented to an Imperial whose performance, in the belief of an appropriate member of Imperial High Command, has been exemplary and makes the recipient an asset and example for their respective branch. | |
Unit Distinguished Service | ![]() |
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This award shall be presented to an Imperial Unit for excellent performance and military merits during manoeuvres. This award is one for service decidedly above that needed for a Letter of Commendation or Exercise Achievement Medal. |
Battle Efficiency Medal | ![]() |
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This award shall be granted to the members of an Imperial Unit that demonstrated conspicuous skill and effectiveness in a combat situation. This is a one time award. |
Good Conduct Award | ![]() |
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The recipient of this award shall demonstrate honourable behavior consistently beyond that expected of personnel in the Galactic Empire. |
Imperial High Command Bar | ![]() |
The recipient of this bar shall display it on their uniform during service on Imperial High Command. | |
Officer & Command Studies Honors Graduate | ![]() |
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Imperial Literacy Award | ![]() |
This award is presented to those members of the Empire who have contributed significantly to Imperial Literature and Culture. | |
Imperial Literacy Contest - 1st Place | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have written the best discourse in an Imperial Literacy Contest. | |
Imperial Literacy Contest x1 | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have written the best discourse in an Imperial Literacy Contest, demonstrating a high level ability with roleplaying and storytelling. | |
Imperial Literacy Contest x2 | ![]() |
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Imperial Literacy Contest x3 | ![]() |
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Certified Imperial Security Agent | ![]() |
This medal is presented to Imperial Security Bureau Officers after their time of apprenticeship, recognizing their promotion to full powers, and establishment as a Certified Imperial Security Agent. | |
Government Betterment Award | ![]() |
This award shall be presented for a meritorious and lasting contribution to Regional Government. This contribution should help improve current standards for Regional Government as a whole, and increase the capacity or efficiency of achieving Regional Government's objectives. | |
Imperial Medical Department Member | ![]() |
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Imperial Medical Department Medical Performance | ![]() |
This one time award is issued by the Imperial Medical Department, to IMD staff who have demonstrated reliability and proven success in the field of medicine that has contributed to the saving of lives. | |
Imperial Medical Department Assistant Director | ![]() |
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Imperial Medical Department Surgeon General | ![]() |
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Letter of Commendation x1 | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have received one Letter of Commendation for exemplary conduct in the service of the Galactic Empire. |
Letter of Commendation x2 | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have received two Letter of Commendations for exemplary conduct in the service of the Galactic Empire. |
Letter of Commendation x3 | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have received three Letter of Commendations for exemplary conduct in the service of the Galactic Empire. |
Letter of Commendation x4 | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have received four Letter of Commendations for exemplary conduct in the service of the Galactic Empire. |
Letter of Commendation x5 | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have received five Letter of Commendations for exemplary conduct in the service of the Galactic Empire. |
Letter of Commendation x6 | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have received six Letter of Commendations for exemplary conduct in the service of the Galactic Empire. | |
Mentioned in Dispatches | ![]() |
This award is presented to an Imperial upon actions in the performance of their duty warranting special mention, but not of significance or sufficient level to qualify for another award. To qualify for this award, an Imperial and their act of note must be cited by the official weekly report to the relevant Branch Command. | |
Mentioned in Dispatches x2 | ![]() |
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Mentioned in Dispatches x3 | ![]() |
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Mentioned in Dispatches x4 | ![]() |
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Imperial Citizenship Award | ![]() |
This award shall be presented to the member of the Empire for his contribution to the well of the Galactic Empire by means of a donation of a significant amount of resources or assets. This is a one time award. | |
Bar of Demerit | ![]() |
An officer who displays exeeding incompetence to the point of
endangering fellow officers or the outcome of a mission may be marked with the Bar of Demerit. | |
Duty Bars - 6 Months | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Galactic Empire for a period of six months. |
Duty Bars - 1 Year | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Galactic Empire for a period of one year. |
Duty Bars - 2 Years | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Galactic Empire for a period of two years. |
Duty Bars - 3 Years | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Galactic Empire for a period of three years. |
Duty Bars - 4 Years | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Galactic Empire for a period of four years. |
Duty Bars - 5 Years | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Galactic Empire for a period of five years. |
Duty Bars - 6 Years | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Galactic Empire for a period of six years. |
COMPNOR AWARDS
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Imperial Management & Administration Member | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be an active member of Imperial Management and Administration. | ||
Imperial Diplomatic Corps | ![]() |
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Certified Academy Tutor | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be a certified tutor for the Imperial Academy. | ||
Certified Veteran Academy Tutor | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be a certified tutor for the Imperial Academy for a period of at least one year. | ||
Academy Recruitment Indoctrination Test | ![]() |
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Imperial Academy Basic | ![]() |
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This award is granted by the Commandant of the Imperial Academy for a student that has graduated at the end of their training, showing a lot of dedication and great skills. | |
Imperial Academy w/ Honors | ![]() |
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School of Engineering Basic | ![]() |
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School of Engineering w/Honors | ![]() |
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Imperial Centre for Recruitment | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be an active member of the Imperial Centre for Recruitment. | ||
Imperial Centre for Recruitment - 10 Recruits | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be an active member of the Imperial Centre for Recruitment who has recruited at least 10 new members. | ||
Imperial News Service | ![]() |
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Development Services Team | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be an active member of the Imperial Development Team (Art Team and Website). | ||
Imperial Inquisitor Medal | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be an active member of the Imperial Inquisition. | ||
Imperial Inquisitor Cross w/Swords | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate a extraordinary ability to enforce the laws and edicts of the Emperor and the Galactic Empire. | ||
COMPNOR Member Medal | ![]() |
This award is presented to an Imperial by the Grand Vizier upon their acceptance into COMPNOR. This award shall only be worn whilst the Imperial is actively serving within COMPNOR, unless granted special permission by the Grand Vizier. | ||
COMPNOR Service Ribbon - 6 Months | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in COMPNOR for a period of six months. | |
COMPNOR Service Ribbon - 1 Year | ![]() |
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The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in COMPNOR for a period of one year. |
ARMY AWARDS
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Army Medal of Loyalty | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate actions consistent with the finest traditions of loyalty and bravery present in the Imperial Army. | |
Army Activity Medal | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate activity superior to that of his peers. | |
Army Betterment Award | ![]() |
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The recipient of this award shall demonstrate a consistent effort to fundamentally improve the institutional culture of the Imperial Army. |
Army Medal of Order | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate the ability to preserve the order, efficiency, and effectiveness of the Imperial Army. | |
Army Cross of Merit - Bronze | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall undertake actions involving the utmost loyalty and dedication in the finest traditions of the Imperial Army. | |
Army Cross of Merit - Silver | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall undertake actions involving extreme loyalty and dedication in the finest traditions of the Imperial Army. | |
Army Distinguished Service Medal | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate remarkable ability and performance, superior to that of their peers, above and beyond the call of duty. | |
Army High Command Bar | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be an active member of Army High Command. | |
Readiness , Practice, and Gunnery Exercise Achievement Ribbon | ![]() |
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Legion Command Award | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall demonstrate the capability to command a legion in a manner consistent with the finest traditions of the Imperial Army. | |
Brigade Command Medal | ![]() |
This award was granted to an Imperial Officer who had completed the Imperial Command Course. This award recognised that the officer was suited and qualified for command in their field of expertise. | |
Brigade Command Medal - Honors | ![]() |
This award was granted to an Imperial Officer who had completed the Imperial Command Course and graduated with Honours. This award recognised that the officer was suited and qualified for command in their field of expertise. | |
Brigade Commanding Officer | ![]() |
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The recipient of this award shall demonstrate the capability to command a brigade in a manner consistent with the finest traditions of the Imperial Army. |
StormCorps Command Award x3 | ![]() |
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StormCorps Command Award x4 | ![]() |
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1st Assault Legion - Veteran | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 1st Legion for a period of no less than one year. | |
1st Assault Legion - Retired Vet | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 1st Legion for a period of no less than one year, now retired from fleet activities. |
NAVY AWARDS
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NAME | AWARD | ITERATION(S) | DESCRIPTIONS |
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Navy Medal of Loyalty | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate actions consistent with the finest traditions of loyalty and bravery present in the Imperial Navy. | |
Navy Achievement Award | ![]() |
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The recipient of this award shall demonstrate an ability to positively contribute
to the goals and objectives of the Imperial Navy above and beyond the call of duty. |
Navy Betterment Award | ![]() |
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The recipient of this award shall demonstrate a consistent effort to fundamentally improve the institutional culture of the Imperial Navy. |
Imperial Navy Cross | ![]() |
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This award shall be presented to Imperials that have performed consistent service above and beyond the call of duty, and have personally through their action, made lasting improvements to the capabilities, effectiveness and efficiency of the Imperial Navy as a whole. |
Navy Medal of Progress | ![]() |
This award shall be presented for a meritorious and lasting contribution to the Imperial Navy. This contribution should help improve current standards for the Imperial Navy as a whole, and increase the capacity or efficiency of achieving the Navy's objectives. | |
Navy Achievement Medal | ![]() |
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The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate activity superior to that of his peers. |
Navy Medal of Order | ![]() |
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The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate the ability to preserve the order, efficiency, and effectiveness of the Imperial Navy. |
Navy Cross of Merit - Gold | ![]() |
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The recipient of this medal shall undertake actions involving major loyalty and dedication in the finest traditions of the Imperial Navy. |
Navy Cross of Merit - Bronze | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall undertake actions involving the utmost loyalty and dedication in the finest traditions of the Imperial Navy. | |
Navy Distinguished Service Medal | ![]() |
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Navy High Command Bar | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall be an active member of Naval High Command. | |
Fleet Service Medal | ![]() |
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The recipient of this medal shall contribute to their fleet at a level higher than a Letter of Commendation. |
Fleet of the Month | ![]() |
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Fleet Commanding Officer Award | ![]() |
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Imperial Navy Fleet Command Test | ![]() |
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Fleet Command Proficiency Award | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall demonstrate the capability to command a fleet in a manner consistent with the finest traditions of the Imperial Navy. | |
Group Command Proficiency Award | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall demonstrate the capability to command a group in a manner consistent with the finest traditions of the Imperial Navy. | |
Wing Command Award | ![]() |
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Wing Command Proficiency Award | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall demonstrate the capability to command a wing in a manner consistent with the finest traditions of the Imperial Navy. | |
Imperial Navy Intelligence Service Ribbon | ![]() |
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Imperial Navy Intelligence Service Achievement Medal | ![]() |
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Imperial Navy Intelligence Service Cross | ![]() |
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Capital Pilot Wings 1st Class | ![]() |
The recipient of these wings shall demonstrate competency and fly a combat mission in four Imperial capital ships. | |
Capital Pilot Wings 3rd Class | ![]() |
The recipient of these wings shall demonstrate competency and fly a combat mission in two Imperial capital ships. | |
Fighter Pilot Wings 2nd Class | ![]() |
The recipient of these wings shall demonstrate competency and fly a combat mission in three Imperial fighters. | |
Fighter Pilot Wings 3rd Class | ![]() |
The recipient of these wings shall demonstrate competency and fly a combat mission in two Imperial fighters. | |
Navy Scenario Contest | ![]() |
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Navy Scenario Contest x2 | ![]() |
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Navy Scenario Contest x3 | ![]() |
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Tactical Essay Contest | ![]() |
This award is presented to the winner of a Tactical Essay Contest. This contest is designed to measure the abilities of the participants to solve different adverse situations with limited resources. | |
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Tactical Essay Contest x3 | ![]() |
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1st Imperial Fleet Cross | ![]() |
The recipient of this medal shall demonstrate superior conduct and performance to benefit the daily operations of the 1st Imperial Fleet. | |
1st Imperial Fleet - Retired Vet | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 1st Imperial Fleet for a period of no less than one year, now retired from fleet activities. | |
2nd Imperial Fleet - Retired Vet | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 2nd Imperial Fleet for a period of no less than one year, now retired from fleet activities. | |
3rd Imperial Fleet - Veteran | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 3rd Imperial Fleet for a period of no less than one year. | |
4th Imperial Fleet - Retired Vet | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 4th Imperial Fleet for a period of no less than one year, now retired from fleet activities. | |
1st Support Fleet - Retired Vet | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 1st Support Fleet for a period of no less than one year, now retired from fleet activities. | |
1st Assault Fleet - Retired Vet | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 1st Assault Fleet for a period of no less than one year, now retired from fleet activities. | |
2nd Assault Fleet - Retired Vet | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the 2nd Assault Fleet for a period of no less than one year, now retired from fleet activities. | |
Elrood Defence Fleet Veteran | ![]() |
The recipient of this ribbon shall have actively served in the Elrood Defense Fleet for a period of no less than one year. |
OPERATION / BATTLE AWARDS
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Operation Adkinien | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Adkinien Campaign. |
Operation Crollia | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Crollia Campaign. |
Operation Scylla | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Scylla Campaign. |
Operation Tarorasuil | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Tarorasuil Campaign. |
Operation Vakkar | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Vakkar Campaign. |
Operation Elrude | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Elrude Campaign. |
Operation Darpa Garrison | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Darpa Garrison Campaign. |
Battle of Alderaan | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Battle of Alderaan Campaign. |
From the Ashes 1 | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in From the Ashes 1. |
From the Ashes 2 | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in From the Ashes 2. |
Beta Campaign | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Beta Campaign. |
Bacta Wars | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Bacta Wars. |
Allied Tion | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in Allied Tion. |
Calaron Holdout | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Calaron Campaign. |
Battle of Tatooine | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Tatooine Campaign. |
Battle of Tyferra | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Tyferra Campaign. |
System Failure | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the System Failure Campaign. |
Trade Federation Offensive | ![]() |
The recipient of this award shall have participated in the Warspite Campaign. |
SWSim Veteran Service Ribbon | ![]() |