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Emperor Palpatine · Emperor’s Demise

Phoenix clears for all seven star gates, with Guard dispels and a Palpatine-first finale.

Last updated 17/10/2026

At a glance

Event overview

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7 tiers
Quick reference

Tier 1 — 1★ battle

Easy
Recommended teamRecommended
Starting lineup
Hera SyndullaKanan JarrusEzra BridgerChopperGarazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Requirements
  • Five Rebel characters at 1★ or higher; complete the preceding tier.
  • The squad below is a recommendation within the allowed faction. The character unlocks at 5★ after tier V; tiers VI and VII provide the remaining stars. Gear and mod choices below are recommendations, not additional entry gates.
Key pointThe first battle introduces Palpatine and Royal Guards. Practice opening a route through Taunt instead of splitting damage.
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Tier 2 — 2★ battle

Easy
Recommended teamRecommended
Starting lineup
Hera SyndullaKanan JarrusEzra BridgerChopperGarazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Requirements
  • Five Rebel characters at 2★ or higher; complete the preceding tier.
  • The squad below is a recommendation within the allowed faction. The character unlocks at 5★ after tier V; tiers VI and VII provide the remaining stars. Gear and mod choices below are recommendations, not additional entry gates.
Key pointThe second tier keeps the same enemy roles at higher strength. Preserve both dispels for Guard Taunts.
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Tier 3 — 3★ battle

Easy
Recommended teamRecommended
Starting lineup
Hera SyndullaKanan JarrusEzra BridgerChopperGarazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Requirements
  • Five Rebel characters at 3★ or higher; complete the preceding tier.
  • The squad below is a recommendation within the allowed faction. The character unlocks at 5★ after tier V; tiers VI and VII provide the remaining stars. Gear and mod choices below are recommendations, not additional entry gates.
Key pointAt 3★, use the support calls to maintain control on the Emperor while your tanks absorb the Guards.
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Tier 4 — 4★ battle

Easy
Recommended teamRecommended
Starting lineup
Hera SyndullaKanan JarrusEzra BridgerChopperGarazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Requirements
  • Five Rebel characters at 4★ or higher; complete the preceding tier.
  • The squad below is a recommendation within the allowed faction. The character unlocks at 5★ after tier V; tiers VI and VII provide the remaining stars. Gear and mod choices below are recommendations, not additional entry gates.
Key pointIn tier IV, protect the first ally pushed low before another enemy turn; a timely Backup Plan is more useful than one placed after the damage arrives.
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Tier 5 — 5★ unlock

Medium
Recommended teamRecommended
Starting lineup
Hera SyndullaKanan JarrusEzra BridgerChopperGarazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Requirements
  • Five Rebel characters at 5★ or higher; complete the preceding tier.
  • The squad below is a recommendation within the allowed faction. The character unlocks at 5★ after tier V; tiers VI and VII provide the remaining stars. Gear and mod choices below are recommendations, not additional entry gates.
Key pointThis is the 5★ unlock battle. Finish Palpatine decisively when a dispel creates a damage window.
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Tier 6 — 6★ battle

Medium
Recommended teamRecommended
Starting lineup
Hera SyndullaKanan JarrusEzra BridgerChopperGarazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Requirements
  • Five Rebel characters at 6★ or higher; complete the preceding tier.
  • The squad below is a recommendation within the allowed faction. The character unlocks at 5★ after tier V; tiers VI and VII provide the remaining stars. Gear and mod choices below are recommendations, not additional entry gates.
Key pointTier VI increases pressure without adding a new objective. If recovery falls behind, improve tank durability and support Speed before spreading upgrades across damage dealers.
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Medium
Recommended teamRecommended
Starting lineup
Hera SyndullaKanan JarrusEzra BridgerChopperGarazeb "Zeb" Orrelios
Requirements
  • Five Rebel characters at 7★ or higher; complete the preceding tier.
  • The squad below is a recommendation within the allowed faction. The character unlocks at 5★ after tier V; tiers VI and VII provide the remaining stars. Gear and mod choices below are recommendations, not additional entry gates.
Key pointVader joins in tier VII. Defeat Palpatine first, then Vader; clean up the Guards. Keep an eye on Vader’s damage-over-time setup and protect the ally he can finish.
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