Imperial honors system

The Imperial honors system was used to award and recognize the achievements of both military personnel and civilians of the.

Neck orders
Order of the Emperor's Will — The highest decoration of the Galactic Empire, bestowed personally by His Imperial Majesty the Galactic Emperor, upon Imperial citizens working in either the military, COMPNOR, Intelligence, or civil service. It was awarded for outstanding feats of both valor and dedication to the Empire and the Sovereign, whether it be an accomplishment in battle or in the diplomatic arena. Both military personnel and civil service officials are eligible to earn it, as well as regular Imperial citizens. It came in several grades and its members also receive post-nominal letters.
 * Order of Emperors Will LCW.png Lord Commander Imperial — LCW
 * Order of Emperors Will LGW.png Lord Grand Commander — LGW
 * Order of Emperors Will KCW and OFW.png Knight Commander — KCW
 * Order of Emperors Will KCW and OFW.png Officer — OFW
 * Order of Emperors Will KDW and KGW.png Knight of Devotion — KDW
 * Order of Emperors Will KDW and KGW.png Knight of Grace — KGW
 * Order of Emperors Will KHW and MBW.png Knight of Honor — KHW
 * Order of Emperors Will KHW and MBW.png Member — MBW

Order of the New Imperium — Among the highest decorations, being directly below the Order of the Emperor's Will along with the Order of Imperial Glory, it was awarded primarily to COMPNOR, Diplomatic Corps, Moffs and Governors, as well as other civil service bureaucrats, for excellent displays of leadership and service to the Empire; all towards expanding and developing the New Order's ideals throughout the galaxy. It was also the highest strictly civilian Imperial decoration, coming in several grades and including post-nominal letters.
 * Order of New Imperium GAI.png Grand Architect Imperial — GAI
 * Order of New Imperium LAI.png Lord Architect — LAI
 * Order of New Imperium PNI and AGI.png Patrician Grand Cross — AGI
 * Order of New Imperium PNI and AGI.png Patrician — PNI
 * Order of New Imperium KVI and KJI.png Knight of Vision — KVI
 * Order of New Imperium KVI and KJI.png Knight of Justice — KJI
 * Order of New Imperium MBI and KOI.png Knight of Order — KOI
 * Order of New Imperium MBI and KOI.png Member — MBI

Order of Imperial Glory — Among the highest decorations, being directly below the Order of the Emperor's Will along with the Order of the New Imperium, it was awarded primarily to military, Intelligence, and CompForce personnel for outstanding military leadership, extreme battlefield bravery, and displays of brilliance and skill in the art of war that made the Emperor's light shine gloriously. It was the highest strictly military decoration awarded by the Empire, and came in several grades along with post-nominal letters.
 * Order of Imperial Glory WRG.png Grand Warlord Imperial — WRG
 * Order of Imperial Glory SGG.png Supreme Grand Warlord — SGG
 * Order of Imperial Glory KCG and OFG.png Knight Commander — KCG
 * Order of Imperial Glory KCG and OFG.png Officer — OFG
 * Order of Imperial Glory KSG and KQG.png Knight of Space and War — KSG
 * Order of Imperial Glory KSG and KQG.png Knight of Conquest — KQG
 * Order of Imperial Glory KVG and MBG.png Knight of Valor — KVG
 * Order of Imperial Glory KVG and MBG.png Member — MBG

Order of Honor – Also among the highest decorations, being directly below the Orders of Imperial Glory and New Imperium, the Order of Honor was for general-purpose notable achievements among both the common Imperial citizenry, including military and government officials. It was awarded for outstanding accomplishments that did not fit into other categories, and was also seen as the "civilian" equivalent of the aforementioned two orders, often given out to businessmen, nobility, academics, and other notable individuals for achievements on behalf of the Empire.


 * Order of Honor LRH.png Lord – LRH
 * Order of Honor OFH.png Officer – OFH
 * Order of Honor MBH.png Member – MBH

Order of Magistral Grace – On the "third tier" of Imperial orders, it was directly below the Orders of Imperial Glory and New Imperium along with the Order of Honor, still being among the Empire's highest decorations. It was awarded to members of the Secret Order of the Emperor, the Inquisitorius, Imperial Sovereign Protectors, holders of the various "Emperor's" titles (such as Emperor's Hands), and other Dark Side Adepts or Force-related servants for outstanding accomplishments and loyalty to the Galactic Emperor. It came in two grades and had post-nominals.


 * Order of Magistral Grace LMTG.png Lord Magister – LMTG
 * Order of Magistral Grace HRMG.png Honorable Magister – HRMG

Distinguished service medals
Sovereign's Cross – Awarded to Imperial military, Intelligence, or COMPNOR personnel who were regarded as a perfect example of commitment and loyalty to the Empire. Citizens who have served the New Order with zeal and helped promote peace and glory throughout the galaxy received the Sovereign's Cross.

Army Service Cross – Recognition of exceptional service for officers of the Imperial Army and Stormtrooper Corps. It was awarded to officers for either perfect service over a period of time or excellent feats of arms that were not outstanding enough to earn a higher medal.

Fleet Service Cross – Recognition of exception service for officers of the Imperial Navy. It was awarded to officers for either perfect service over a period of time or excellent feats of arms that were not outstanding enough to earn a higher medal.

Internal Service Cross – Recognition for exceptional service for officers of COMPNOR or Intelligence. It was awarded to officers for either perfect service over a period of time or excellent feats of arms that were not outstanding enough to earn a higher medal.

Home Guard Crown Medal – Awarded to personnel of lesser known but important agencies focused on Imperial domestic security for excellent service. Those included such organizations as Imperial Customs, Merchant Galactic, Corrections Service, Space Rescue Corps, Coruscant Security Force, and many others.

Star of Tarkin – The Star of Tarkin was awarded to general/flag officers of the Imperial military who displayed brilliant strategic, tactical, or operational thinking consistently for a period of service lasting several years. Recipients of this medal have served as an influence on Imperial strategic and tactical doctrine overall.

Star of Veers – Awarded to Imperial Army officers who displayed brilliant and unorthodox tactical thinking during combat.

Star of Holt – Awarded to Imperial Navy officers who displayed brilliant and unorthodox tactical thinking during combat.

Isard Cluster – Awarded exclusively to Imperial Intelligence personnel for excellent service.

Meritorious Service Medal – Recognition of Imperial military personnel for outstanding acts of merit during their service.

Achievement medals
Royal Imperial Medallion – Medallion awarded to any Imperial serviceman or citizen who risked their life to personally protect His Imperial Majesty, the Emperor. The most common recipients were Royal Guards, but all Imperial citizens were theoretically eligible.

Medal of Loyalty – A medal awarded to Imperial military personnel or government officials who particularly stood out in demonstrating their personal fealty to the Galactic Emperor.

Medal of Guile – Awarded to military personnel who have completed service in ten tours of duty (campaigns).

Medal of Order – Awarded to military personnel who have completed service in five tours of duty (campaigns).

Medal of Redemption – Awarded to military personnel who have completed service in one tour of duty (campaign).

Memorial medals
Death Star Memorial Medal – Awarded to all military, Intelligence, and COMPNOR personnel in active service in 0 BBY.

Death Star II Memorial Medal – Awarded to all military, Intelligence, and COMPNOR personnel in active service in 4 ABY.

Campaign medals
Clone Wars Service Medal – Awarded to any Imperial military, Intelligence, or COMPNOR personnel that had previously served in the Galactic Republic's armed services during the Clone Wars and continued service into the Imperial era.

Early Campaigns Medal – Awarded to all Imperial military, Intelligence, and COMPNOR personnel that had taken part in any combat or operation between 19 BBY and 0 BBY.

Rebellion Campaign Medal – Awarded to all Imperial military, Intelligence, and COMPNOR personnel that had taken part in any combat or operation between 0 ABY and 3 ABY.

Defense of the Empire Medal – Awarded to all Imperial military, Intelligence, and COMPNOR personnel that had taken part in any combat operation after the Battle of Endor in 4 ABY, under the leadership of Grand Vizier Mas Amedda.

Ribbons
Expert Sharpshooter Ribbon – A ribbon given to serviceman of the Imperial Military that excelled in their marksmanship exam and proved to be skilled sharpshooters.

Imperial Ace Ribbon – A ribbon given to servicemen of the Imperial Military that shot down at least six enemy starfighters in space or atmospheric combat.

Army Excellence Ribbon – This ribbon was awarded to Imperial Army or Stormtrooper Corps enlisted personnel who displayed a particular level of excellence during their service.

Naval Excellence Ribbon – This ribbon was awarded to Imperial Navy ratings who displayed a particular level of excellence during their service.

Academy Service Ribbon – Awarded to officers who worked as instructors or other staff at an Imperial Academy.