The symbol of the Galactic Empire
The Galactic Empire was the ruling body of the galaxy, controlled from Trantor by the Genetic Dynasty of Cleon I. It was predicted by Hari Seldon via the application of Psychohistory that the Empire would collapse and lead to a 30,000 year dark age before a second Galactic Empire arose. At its height, the Empire ruled over eight trillion individuals.[1] By 12,240 Era Imperial, the Empire had began contracting in size, having effectively abandoned the Outer Reach.[2]
Currency[]
Both sides of an Imperial coin showing "Crowns" and "Cats"
The Galactic Empire minted physical coins to be used for currency. One side had a stylized image of the Emperor on it, while the reverse had an image of a bishop's claw. The sides were referred to as "Crowns" and "Cats" respectively.[3]
History[]
In 12,067 Era Imperial, Emperor Cleon XII oversaw an attempted mediation between Anacreon and Thespis after a dispute in the Outer Reach turned violent. At the same time, the Empire was dealing with unrest due to Professor Hari Seldon's predictions of the fall of the Galactic Empire through his science of psychohistory. Seldon was arrested and put on trial. Both situations paled in comparison to the terrorist bombing of the Star Bridge.[1]
In 12,068 Era Imperial, Cleon XII ordered the public execution of the delegations from Anacreon and Thespis. During the executions, which spared only the ambassadors from each delegation, the worlds of Anacreon and Thespis were bombarded from orbit by Imperial Trireme-class ships.[4]
Appearances[]
- Season One
- "The Emperor's Peace" (First appearance)
- "Preparing to Live"
- "The Mathematician's Ghost"
- "Barbarians at the Gate"
- "Upon Awakening"
- Season Two