"Walkers and Ground Vehicles of the Empire and First Order" is a part of the Star Wars Encyclopedia series, a collection of canon reference guides. Its release date was May 11, 2021.
The Galactic Empire enforced its oppressive rule using both a formidable naval fleet and a ground force equipped with not just well-trained soldiers, but also combat vehicles crucial for victory. Walkers, whether bipedal or quadrupedal, formed essential components of every military unit. Frequently drawing inspiration from earlier Republic designs, these heavily shielded and armored behemoths instilled terror in their adversaries. As the Empire's successor in ideology, the First Order mirrored this approach, modifying and enhancing numerous walker and ground vehicle models. These were then integrated into a military force intended to achieve total galactic domination.