Why Darth Vader Respected These Imperial Officers! (Legends)

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The Non-Canon Expert looks at Imperial officers who were respected by Darth Vader.
This is a Legends story for Darth Vader with information found within the 2013 Star Wars comic series and the Legends novels "Star Wars: Legacy of the Force: Bloodlines" and "Star Wars: Legacy of the Force: Sacrifice." I hope that you enjoy it!
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[@jax9279]

"I find your abundance of competence.... Refreshing."

[@EnkiDootDoot]

It’s pretty wild that Vader at his moodiest was still a more effective and respected commander in the eyes of his troops than most Jedi during the Clone Wars

[@michaelterrell5061]

Well yeah, Vader is one of the best generals of all time. The Jedi were still effective leaders and almost universally respected by their clones as well though.

[@hunterkiller1440]

I wish the Sequel Trilogy have a bunch of these kind of Officers.

[@kaltrex9465]

The only one I liked was 3rd movie guy…shoulda been in them all giving hints of Palp. One in 5th at beginning was decent then all died.

[@MaliciousMallard]

Yeah it would have been nice if some of the First Order officers were competent

[@Gamerafighter76]

Eeyup.

[@TJDious]

The sequel trilogy was determined to offer nothing new or interesting.

[@grimm_comics]

Darth Vader in Legends, still had some humanity in him.

[@Gamerafighter76]

Eeyup.

[@momokosakurada605]

hes still has anakin inside of him

[@jaieregilmore971]

He was always Anakin even in canon and legends considering how Disney canon currently acting.

[@TemmieContingenC]

I agree, his Anakin side, while hidden under many, many layers of hate and disillusion, still translates into respect and honour for those that serve under him with not only efficiency, but visible merit and devotion to duty for the empire, rather than being rich men from ruling families who snuck their place into command roles. Friendship is heavily debatable but Vader respects these examples enough to go out of his usual way to ensure they are rewarded and shielded for their raw talent and obvious steadfast loyalty beyond simple family connection, paper pushing or infighting.

[@maelofohio6682]

Well you also got to consider the skills both of them had in a manner, I am sure it was the personal skills. Such as the piloting ability and etc.

[@chaosknight9131]

I think it's important to note that after the 5 days Nanda spent with Vader, even though she earned her promotion, those credits, and the respect of the Dark Lord, she was deeply traumatized afterwards, having hallucinations of Vader everywhere she went. It is unknown how long these hallucinations lasted or if they even disappeared at all

[@haydendraycott7897]

It's crazy how Vader in a lot of ways actually represents the good, reasonable boss everyone deserves to have; he actually respects hard work, competence, integrity and holds everyone to the same and frankly, reasonable, standards; do your best, don't screw up, or just own up when you do. And if you do you'll get actually get rewarded very fairly so in spite of his other drawbacks he's actually very reasonable when it comes down to it. And unlike a lot of other bosses or people in HR he doesn't show or tolerate favoritism, double standards, incompetence or just blatantly give jobs or promotions based on class, family name etc. His attitude is actually a good example of both "you work hard you get rewarded" and "play stupid games win stupid prizes."

[@arronfrazier7873]

Vader wasn't reasonable! When didn't get his way or things went wrong in war which they do, he wanted to kill at will his own!

[@Fr0st1989]

@@arronfrazier7873 I think he was as reasonable as a Sith Lord could be I think, lol. Look at the situation with Admiral Ozzel in Empire Strikes Back, Vader told him "You have failed me for the last time," which implies Vader was willing to forgive a few screw ups

[@LucaLukaszPascua]

​@@Fr0st1989I think it's more that the screw ups were too light for Vader to take action without consequence to himself. He had to be sure his Master doesn't punish him for killing anyone for every mistake.

[@LiamHo-q8r]

To be honest Lord Vader is already considered quite forgiving as a Situ Lord. Unlike many Siths who killed those that failed Vader does have some forgiveness.

[@CD-Freedom]

If she’s not in the next video, I think Major Oniye Namada counts as someone Vader respected. He personally requested her assistance in undermining the Jedi in the point of view of a planet in order to more easily take over. And he never once threatened her life. That speaks volumes to me.

[@DarrelsWonderland]

I’m so glad you’re back, Glenn. I hope you’ve been alright!

[@starwarsreadingclub]

Thank you very much DW, I appreciate your support. I'm doing well and hope you're also well!

[@naseemweathers8358]

Is Glenn his name I’ve always wondered what his name was

[@really296]

Naseem Weathers i knew when star wars comics leaked it by accident in a stream about the last jedi.

[@Nebulasecura]

The return of a legend, and I’m glad to see the Expanded universe master here again

[@JediAcolyte94]

Definitely agree even though others like Manda_LORE and Matt Wilkins also earn that title.

[@anakinskinwalker1724]

Hmm, may I ask how you're still alive, Padmé?

[@Nebulasecura]

@@anakinskinwalker1724 the light side of the force brought me back.

[@anakinskinwalker1724]

@@Nebulasecura Oh SHE'S force sensitive now?!

[@Nebulasecura]

@@anakinskinwalker1724 yes, yes I am it seems.

[@davidordaz5251]

An empire under Grand Admiral Thrawn would be so cool to see in canon

[@redred1952]

Trust me its not

[@darylsdesigns6679]

“You have failed me for the last time, Admiral.”

[@RatedShadowXrd]

Captain Piett

[@forthencholordofadmirals2763]

I love this because I read the books where the young Koth tells jacen about his grandfather's actions and the respect his family had for him. I never knew it was tied into a comic with that guys father

[@OnyxAgata]

Jori Lekauf was one of the best parts of LOTF, Shevu too

[@forthencholordofadmirals2763]

@@OnyxAgata I loved Shevu man he was awesome

[@akumaking1]

Now this is the quality humanization Disney forgot to give to the Star Wars antiheroes and villains.

[@sarekalexander5178]

Vader is a lot like Vlad the Impaler. Terrifying, honorable and inspiring

[@Gamerafighter76]

Vader does have some humanity in him; it’s cool to see how he respected a few officers.

[@NoCluYT]

Considering how incompetent and untrustworthy most imperial officers were, it would make sense to reward the ones who did exactly what they were supposed to do.

[@ezekielsparadise4633]

If youre incompetent, lazy, and untrustworthy, Vader will be angry with you. If you are competent, on the front lines with him, and trustworthy, Vader will be pleased with you. Simple.

[@heliosdelsol]

No post on May the 4Th SWRC??? Do you ever LIKE Star Wars?!? 🤨 JK! You got Revenge of the 5th so it’s all good! 😁

[@kevincalgta]

I'm actually surprised that Vader respected anyone else besides his own master because it would be normal for Vader to execute those who were beneath him but in this case it's a rare occurrence that instead of executions he respected the two officers that were loyal to him

[@abdimohamud5252]

Man I love how this guy provides evidence and reasoning for his videos. And doesn't just spatter BS that doesn't have any examples.

[@davidordaz5251]

Who do you think spatters BS on Star Wars videos any KZbinrs you can think of?

[@JediAcolyte94]

@@davidordaz5251 Probably one of the larger ones like TSW.

[@abdimohamud5252]

@@davidordaz5251 cough Stupendous Wave cough cough. Dude used to have good content now it re-uploads and just making shit up.

[@NoCluYT]

@@abdimohamud5252 every single video he makes now is literally a carbon copy of his old ones. He doesn’t even redo the videos, he straight up uploads the same one

[@abdimohamud5252]

@@NoCluYT exactly tbh since his vids r quick it took me a little bit to catch on.🤣

[@DrownedInExile]

I wish we saw more officers Vader actually had a good relationship with. What about the officer we briefly saw in A New Hope, right after Vader met Leia? The one who commented "Holding her is dangerous." He seemed to have no fear of Vader.

[@rippera45]

Commander Prajii. He was a competent officer, and Vader respected him enough to let him speak openly.

[@sonofeyeabovealleffoff5462]

The EU is so much better when dealing with Vader.

[@kj_vizzy]

“ You’ve failed general...the emperor will hear of your failures. He will not take this pleasant. “

[@ShadowMaster1171]

cant really blame him. Competent imp officers that didnt go traitor were usually less than 50 people. Gotta save the useful ones at least

[@mittensfastpaw]

After the trash that was the last jedi I miss legends so much.

[@brandonvillaganas7785]

This is far more interesting than canon these days.

[@treystephens6166]

Disney watered it all down.

[@amasterofsome]

For me as long as there’s no overlap, I don’t see why the two can’t get along. (Plus I’m not a fan of a lot of the newer comics. I feel like Vader is a brainless brute now instead of a jaded war hero.

[@skymabile2855]

7:53 No doubt the credits Vader paid her covered the therapy. She had PTSD and nightmares from her mission with Vader. Goes to show, even if Vader is bros with you, it's still scary to work with him. Lekauf must've been a total chad or had good therapists to at least hide his PTSD.

[@brenster21]

I now imagine vader having a therapist on retainer for the officers he likes. "Now if you have nightmares, visions of fear, please call this number for an appointment, Dr. Walkins is very understanding. " as he chokes two rebels to death.

[@bigbird2240]

Need you back man , legends are only becoming more powerful

[@Hinokassaudifan1]

"A surprise to be sure, but a welcome one." sheev palpatine.

[@mrboss7580]

Nandas “ name” ensign, is a military position, which I thought I’d never hear since I last heard it

[@SITH_CHAMP]

I Am Honored To Be In This Comment Section. Your Lack Of Content Has Been Disturbing,I For One Am Glad You Are Back

[@sancturillore]

So I'm guessing Piett will be in the next video?

[@ajra6143]

Me after reading video's title: ... Did I just enter the Twilight Zone?

[@stealthynaxo]

Hold on, hold on! Are you saying that being productive, professional and not falling into nepotism actually gets you somewhere?! Bantha Fodder!

[@ArgentWolf95]

This nuance was lost on Disney. It also shows that Vader was not just evil all the time. Don't get me wrong. He had fallen to darkness, but there was a glimmer of Anakin left. He still was human. I think it's something unique about him that goes back to the Clone Wars: He was a Jedi that was fast tracked into self learning military command and strategy. So soldiers and officers that earned his respect, wee exceptions. I think Vader values merit.

[@MACE_HINDU]

Just goes to show that if you do your job well vader will not cut you down at least the first few times he showed respect to those who where not idiots

[@freedomdude5420]

This is why he didn’t respect a lot of the core world officers because most of them came from rich families anyways, goes to show you that money can buy you anything, but Vader disregarded that, because he was a slave and he had to work from the top. In Vader’s eyes, if you didn’t, work for your position, you deserve no respect.

[@thrawn323]

@starwarsreadingclub. What if after mustafar instead of becoming a Sith Ankin used his mechanical knowledge to become an engineering or robotics instructor?

[@gamebusteryt_tv4231]

So much lore on Vader people don't know so glad that you make these videos.

[@TheTruthIsGonnaHurt]

My apprentice Darth Vader.. Will take care of you.. Lt. Lecoff: 🥰 Nute Gunray: 😨

[@Celestial_Wing]

Hail Lord Vader. A stern but fair leader!

[@MrGabilonia]

Because woke inclusive politics in Disney

[@marrqi7wini54]

These stories were in legends. Not the current canon. Please try again.

[@GhostShiroyama]

Despite Vader being a dick, he's a good manager which goes beyond to follow through his promises of promotion 😂

[@fatefulbrawl5838]

*Vader may be in the driver seat, but Anakin was the insightful shotgun rider.*

[@SITH_CHAMP]

Anakin Skywalker Was Weak,I Destroyed Him

[@fatefulbrawl5838]

@@SITH_CHAMP Yet he was the one who killed Palatine, for a time.

[@bigbird2240]

What sounds like it’s better : “ Legends “ or “ Canon” ?

[@badgamemaster]

Legends>Canon

[@saqibsultantemuri2437]

Maybe Vader was reminded of Snips by Ensign Nanda.

[@tyrannosaurusrex2038]

Do more videos about Vader comics 2020

[@mariusconstantin6057]

Is Ensign Nanda OK, mentally speaking

[@starkilr101]

Legends canon is better than the actual canon

[@NutnRoll]

Vader can be so wholesome sometimes.

[@CiabanItReal]

I left a like for *interesting Darth Vader lore*

[@SITH_CHAMP]

The Empire thanks you

[@daniell1483]

I think it is obvious the first character had Vader's respect. The second however I am not convinced. Nanda went on a long, hard, dangerous mission that threatened her life. All she got in return was the promised bribe, some cash, and better housing on a ship. Sure, it is more than the promised bribe (just the promotion), but that is a very low bar to set for "Vader's respect." Oh and let us not forget that the Empire fell apart shortly after this life-threatening mission, ensuring that Nanda essentially lost that bribe promotion, leaving her with just some extra cash and one "well done" from Vader. That isn't much. I hope the next video is better.

[@РусланКучеренко-м3б]

She later on joined the Pelleon and, if I recall legends lore - Raise up to Grand Admiral allong with Pelleon

[@g.williams2047]

Long break! Glad your back. Family or yourself have some things pop up?

[@jonathandiaz4997]

20 months ago

[@jonathandiaz4997]

19 months ago

[@Gor85]

This is very nice. Vader really respected her. He respected loyalty,duty. Just like when he was Anakin. This is really nice. I havent watched your video for really long time. Really long. Glad you're ok :)

[@axbeats]

i hope you're doing well man 🙏

[@elredgreenjester5147]

i love the videos but i always liked how ya'll ended the videos " if not for meeee!!! then for ( insert something here )

[@georgehowell2370]

Good afternoon @SWRC thanks for the video. Excellent that this video of Darth Vader. Enjoyed it

[@wither5673]

just like in the clone wars he respects actions and results, and he likes to spoile his underlings lol.

[@Blinkptx]

Meh legends. Canon or nothing for me.

[@jintym2951]

It's actually really nice to see this aspect of Darth Vader. I look forward to part 2 😊 xx

[@SITH_CHAMP]

Me as well

[@Cyxozy]

Been here since 650 subs, has been an amazing ride❤🔥

[@Zarcondeegrissom]

so, it would seem that there was respect for officers that did a good job rather than those that advanced through the manipulation and work of others, hmmm. interesting.

[@Transilvanian90]

Good video, I like these stories because you see how, despite the dark side persona, there's some of the good Anakin still in him throughout his imperial career.

[@jakobwhaley5641]

Anakins advanced edgy phase

[@Hatsuzu]

We need more Nanda R34 fr fr!

[@mochaandmuses]

Anakin slips through once in awhile.

[@_mrcrypt]

To You AND interesting Darth Vader lore 🍷🍷🍷

[@genossewurzelkobold3141]

For the Empire!

[@corbindick8943]

You're my go to for legends lore glad you're back and hope you've been well

[@JediAcolyte94]

If you think he's good you should check his contemporaries like Manda-LORE and Matt Wilkins.

[@-CrimsoN-]

Geetsly is pretty good too, but he mostly covers Clone Wars era content. Also Eckhartsladder for his battle breakdown videos (wish I he'd go back to that content).

[@amasterofsome]

@@-CrimsoN- yeah I used to like Eck’s niche in that. Guess he’s changed his strategy.

[@-CrimsoN-]

@@amasterofsome Yeah, I've come to really like his starship analysis videos, even if they are kind of meme-y.

[@brenster21]

​@@-CrimsoN-geetsley doesn't really mark if his content is legends or Canon, sort of turned me off.

[@markbenand]

I believe Lacaugh stated to the emperor himself that the reason he was so loyal to vader was that, "My lord never asks of his men to perform tasks that he himself is unwilling to do". Say what you will about character but people will always respect a leader willing to get their hands dirty and do the same tasks the men under them have to do. That's like the hardass CO ordering you to clean the bathroom and harping on you for doing it wrong, grabbing a brush, and showing you how to do it right. He may piss you off but damned if you don't respect the guy.

[@skymabile2855]

3:12 Nanda was the OG black female officer in the Empire and better developed than "Dicksney" Canon's simpy Cienna Ree, or that other black female officer combined.

[@Whurlpuul]

I missed the "if not for meee" endings 🤣

[@fubuma534]

In an upcoming video (two years later) 😂

[@slymarbo1183]

Glad to have you back commander!

[@Matthew-Anthony]

I had no idea that Darth Vader liked and respected Rae Sloane so much.

[@SaiquanCanty]

Wow.. solid black female character! I can get behind this!!!

[@thegamingrepublic7014]

My death was... greatly exaggerated

[@bonquequedickison4080]

“These are not real canon stories.” “THEY ARE REAL TO ME.”

[@nicholassingh7612]

“THE RETURN OF THE KING”

[@ilyaeschenko7381]

It's show Vader had still some good in him.

[@TheQuincyEdwards]

Your videos and perspective have been missed. Thank you!

[@Big_Mamoose]

New content! Awesome

[@JanPeverell]

I take the greatest joy in the stories of these Imperials. They are everything I want for good antagonists. People I can like, that are humanized. This is a grey are to revel in

[@formerjedi8464]

Please keep uploading more

[@rbtggaming2779]

I’m just happy he started posting videos again.

[@lpg12338]

Very good video, great job! 👍

[@minauhhbhb2367]

28 seconds

[@bigbird2240]

Vader is a good guy at heart

[@jeffd5113]

SO glad you're back!!!!!!

[@shaphown]

Did you get a new mic or something?

[@invasiveinqustiorahahahhah548]

He like the more edgey version of gordon ramsay in space

[@frozarburst6350]

We need more troopers like you!

[@alexandarvoncarsteinzarovi3723]

Jori Lekauf, Erv Lekauf would become best friends with Ben Skywalker! :D

[@ProperPaladin]

Glad to see you back non-canon expert

[@huggiesunrise]

If not for youuuuuu. No its for you lol

[@Tortuga_312]

Hey so I’ve been watching/listening all day to your videos and I grabbed my phone weird so it ended up disliking and sending some type of feedback. Completely unintentionally as i really like the channel. I did remove the dislike and add a like and I also just wanted to say I love your videos and SWRC is easily one of the best star wars channels on youtube. Thanks for all the quality content

[@Dalek-Galvo]

1st like.

[@Big_Mamoose]

Sorry bud. I got that title

[@jennyone8829]

Thank you for who you are... I am grateful and appreciative of the creation and creators of this video! ❤️🎶⚖️🗝🗺🌈🪞🕳🕳🌹

[@thelearicist]

Very cool