The Battle of Yavin takes place in the fictional universe of Star Wars. It pits the Galactic Empire against the Rebel Alliance around the gas giant planet Yavin and its fourth moon.
After escaping from Tantive IV R2-D2 keeps the Death Star plans until he returns to Yavin 4.
Artist's view of Yavin 4 around Yavin.
Model of a TIE fighter.
Cosplay of a Rebel Alliance pilot in front of Luke Skywalker's X-wing interceptor.
Galactic Empire (Star Wars)
The evil Galactic Empire, otherwise known as the Galactic Empire or simply as the Empire, is a fictional autocracy featured in the Star Wars franchise. It was first introduced in the 1977 film Star Wars and appears in its two sequels: The Empire Strikes Back (1980) and Return of the Jedi (1983). It is the main antagonistic faction of the original trilogy. An oppressive, autocratic regime with a complicated bureaucracy, the Galactic Empire seeks to ensure singular rule and social control over every planet and civilization within the galaxy.
Augustus in the robes and cloak of his position as Pontifex Maximus, served as inspiration in the creation of the character Palpatine.