The Emperor's Sword was a squadron within the Imperial Military that existed during the Galactic Civil War. This squadron consisted of exceptional pilots who had pledged their allegiance to protect Palpatine. While their base was located on Coruscant, the Emperor's Sword accompanied the Emperor on his travels, which resulted in their presence at the Death Star II just before the Battle of Endor. They took part in the squadron parade that celebrated the Emperor's arrival, along with their allied squadrons, the Emperor's Shield and Scythe Squadron. Because the pilots had extensive experience, they often flew older TIE Series starfighters, for example the TIE/LN starfighter. Following his actions in rescuing Palpatine from a coup attempt led by the disloyal Grand Admiral Demetrius Zaarin, Maarek Stele was given command of the Emperor's Sword.