Star Wars: 10 Most Ruthless Imperial Officers

10. Admiral Piett

Commander of Darth Vader's Super Star Destroyer 'Executor', Firmus Piett was originally the ship's First Officer until Vader demoted Admiral Ozzel with a Force choke.

Somewhat more cowardly than other officers in the hierarchy and particularly weak-willed around Vader, Piett served the Dark Side unwaveringly throughout Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Quick to shift the blame onto others, Piett used his promoted power to survive working with Vader for as long as possible.

In charge of the hunt for Hoth's Rebel escapees, Piett also accommodated a group of bounty hunters - including Boba Fett - aboard his Destroyer. Desperate not to fail Vader like his predecessor, Piett assisted in tracking the Rebels to Bespin with the hunters.

When the Millenium Falcon evaded capture once more, Piett somehow managed to survive Vader's particular brand of firing - presumably by blaming his failings on a subordinate. Ruthless in survival, it wouldn't be long until Piett met his much-prolonged death.

Ascending to the rank of Fleet Admiral by the time of the Battle of Endor, Piett and his Super Star Destroyer were present in the skirmish above the Second Death Star. Foolishly believing that the Empire had the upper hand, the Admiral didn't expect the Alliance's strength. His ship was quickly disabled by the Rebellion's Admiral Ackbar and some careful firepower.

Bracing for impact as an A-Wing hurtled towards his ship's bridge, Piett met his demise and the Super Star Destroyer impacted against the side of the Death Star.