The Tapani Empire served as the governing body of the Tapani sector for approximately 6,000 years. Its establishment occurred when Shey Tapani, a warrior prince originating from House Melantha, successfully united the various Tapani Noble Houses through a series of intense and bloody civil conflicts spanning almost two decades.
In the year 5392 (corresponding to 7328 BBY), Shey Tapani was crowned as the Emperor of his recently established realm. He designated Procopia, his planet of origin, as the center of authority for his newly created Empire. Over the ensuing approximately 6,000 years, sixteen distinct dynasties held power within the Tapani Empire, culminating in the downfall of the final Kappela Dynasty due to a military takeover in 11,138 (1582 BBY). This coup was preceded by a gradual descent into localized factionalism.
Following this event, reformers representing almost all of the noble houses established a federation with an elected Prime Minister at its head.
- Shey Tapani
- Leocald VII [2]
- Gorgano IV [2]