The VT-49 Decimator represented a highly esteemed starship within the Galactic Empire's naval forces. This vessel possessed the capability to deploy incendiary devices and was deployed in offensive incursions directed at opposing ground troops. Within the structure of the Imperial starfleet, being granted leadership over a VT-49 Decimator was seen as a prestigious appointment. One example of a VT-49 Decimator serving the Empire was the Dauntless. A talented Imperial pilot and officer, Morna Kee, at some stage in her career, held the position of commander of a VT-49 Decimator. Rear Admiral Chiraneau and Captain Barrow Oicunn were among the other Imperial officers who were entrusted with the leadership of VT-49 Decimators.