The Dark Empire
@thedarkempire.bsky.social
The official Facebook page for The Dark Empire international Star Wars costuming organization. © & ™ LFL
That quiet tension, that subtle fear beneath the surface—it all came from Kenneth. He only needed a few scenes to make Piett unforgettable. Off-screen, he was known to be thoughtful, humble, and rarely interested in the spotlight—yet always gracious, kind, and appreciative to fans around the world.
July 3, 2025 at 7:17 PM
That quiet tension, that subtle fear beneath the surface—it all came from Kenneth. He only needed a few scenes to make Piett unforgettable. Off-screen, he was known to be thoughtful, humble, and rarely interested in the spotlight—yet always gracious, kind, and appreciative to fans around the world.
The Dark Empire mourns the passing of Kenneth Colley, who gave Admiral Piett quiet depth and unforgettable presence.
In a galaxy full of force-wielders and firepower, Kenneth's performance stood out for its restraint and realism.
In a galaxy full of force-wielders and firepower, Kenneth's performance stood out for its restraint and realism.
July 3, 2025 at 7:17 PM
The Dark Empire mourns the passing of Kenneth Colley, who gave Admiral Piett quiet depth and unforgettable presence.
In a galaxy full of force-wielders and firepower, Kenneth's performance stood out for its restraint and realism.
In a galaxy full of force-wielders and firepower, Kenneth's performance stood out for its restraint and realism.
In our ranks, there is no room for hate—only unity, respect, and acceptance. Whether you fight for justice, rule with purpose, or simply walk your own path, your identity is valid, your voice matters, and your presence strengthens our community.
Together, we build an Empire where everyone belongs. 💫
Together, we build an Empire where everyone belongs. 💫
June 1, 2025 at 10:09 PM
In our ranks, there is no room for hate—only unity, respect, and acceptance. Whether you fight for justice, rule with purpose, or simply walk your own path, your identity is valid, your voice matters, and your presence strengthens our community.
Together, we build an Empire where everyone belongs. 💫
Together, we build an Empire where everyone belongs. 💫
Thank you to all who visited Bachi Makoo at SWCJ and supported Make-A-Wish Japan!
Together, we raised ¥409,942 in 3 days—an amazing result.
#OneGalaxyOneGoal
SWCJ開催中、バチ・マクーにお越しいただき、募金にご協力ありがとうございました。
3日間での募金額は409,942円でした！
Together, we raised ¥409,942 in 3 days—an amazing result.
#OneGalaxyOneGoal
SWCJ開催中、バチ・マクーにお越しいただき、募金にご協力ありがとうございました。
3日間での募金額は409,942円でした！
April 23, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Thank you to all who visited Bachi Makoo at SWCJ and supported Make-A-Wish Japan!
Together, we raised ¥409,942 in 3 days—an amazing result.
#OneGalaxyOneGoal
SWCJ開催中、バチ・マクーにお越しいただき、募金にご協力ありがとうございました。
3日間での募金額は409,942円でした！
Together, we raised ¥409,942 in 3 days—an amazing result.
#OneGalaxyOneGoal
SWCJ開催中、バチ・マクーにお越しいただき、募金にご協力ありがとうございました。
3日間での募金額は409,942円でした！
Day 2 at #SWCJ2025 and The Dark Empire is taking over!
The Ankokumen Noodle Temple is filled with custom Sith, bounty hunters, pirates, smugglers, acolytes & screen-accurate villains.
Find us at Bachi Makoo & help support @MakeAWish_JP. Darkness never looked so good.
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
The Ankokumen Noodle Temple is filled with custom Sith, bounty hunters, pirates, smugglers, acolytes & screen-accurate villains.
Find us at Bachi Makoo & help support @MakeAWish_JP. Darkness never looked so good.
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
April 19, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Day 2 at #SWCJ2025 and The Dark Empire is taking over!
The Ankokumen Noodle Temple is filled with custom Sith, bounty hunters, pirates, smugglers, acolytes & screen-accurate villains.
Find us at Bachi Makoo & help support @MakeAWish_JP. Darkness never looked so good.
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
The Ankokumen Noodle Temple is filled with custom Sith, bounty hunters, pirates, smugglers, acolytes & screen-accurate villains.
Find us at Bachi Makoo & help support @MakeAWish_JP. Darkness never looked so good.
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
Day 2 at #SWCJ2025!
The Dark Empire is back at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple with custom Sith, bounty hunters, smugglers, pirates, acolytes, screen-accurate villains, and galactic scum.
Catch us at Bachi Makoo & support @MakeAWish_JP!
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
The Dark Empire is back at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple with custom Sith, bounty hunters, smugglers, pirates, acolytes, screen-accurate villains, and galactic scum.
Catch us at Bachi Makoo & support @MakeAWish_JP!
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
April 19, 2025 at 1:43 AM
Day 2 at #SWCJ2025!
The Dark Empire is back at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple with custom Sith, bounty hunters, smugglers, pirates, acolytes, screen-accurate villains, and galactic scum.
Catch us at Bachi Makoo & support @MakeAWish_JP!
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
The Dark Empire is back at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple with custom Sith, bounty hunters, smugglers, pirates, acolytes, screen-accurate villains, and galactic scum.
Catch us at Bachi Makoo & support @MakeAWish_JP!
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE
PLUS: During the event, we’ll be collecting donations for Make-A-Wish Japan!
Join the cause, bring hope, and help us do good—even from the dark side.
The noodles are only the beginning… come find us.
#StarWars #SWCJ2025 #TDE #TheDarkEmpire
Join the cause, bring hope, and help us do good—even from the dark side.
The noodles are only the beginning… come find us.
#StarWars #SWCJ2025 #TDE #TheDarkEmpire
April 19, 2025 at 1:39 AM
PLUS: During the event, we’ll be collecting donations for Make-A-Wish Japan!
Join the cause, bring hope, and help us do good—even from the dark side.
The noodles are only the beginning… come find us.
#StarWars #SWCJ2025 #TDE #TheDarkEmpire
Join the cause, bring hope, and help us do good—even from the dark side.
The noodles are only the beginning… come find us.
#StarWars #SWCJ2025 #TDE #TheDarkEmpire
Come find The Dark Empire in The Bachi Makoo Trading Port and witness the power, artistry, and creativity of The Dark Empire.
Costumes, character, and a tribute to the dark side like you've never seen before.
Costumes, character, and a tribute to the dark side like you've never seen before.
April 19, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Come find The Dark Empire in The Bachi Makoo Trading Port and witness the power, artistry, and creativity of The Dark Empire.
Costumes, character, and a tribute to the dark side like you've never seen before.
Costumes, character, and a tribute to the dark side like you've never seen before.
Day 1 of Star Wars Celebration Japan is HERE!
Step into the shadows and experience something unforgettable at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple—where darkness meets drama, and villains come to life.
Step into the shadows and experience something unforgettable at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple—where darkness meets drama, and villains come to life.
April 19, 2025 at 1:39 AM
Day 1 of Star Wars Celebration Japan is HERE!
Step into the shadows and experience something unforgettable at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple—where darkness meets drama, and villains come to life.
Step into the shadows and experience something unforgettable at the Ankokumen Noodle Temple—where darkness meets drama, and villains come to life.
March is Women’s History Month and we are honoring the Ladies of The Dark Empire!
TDE - 985 is from @ziosttemple.bsky.social. Her favorite part of being in TDE is having the opportunity to do community events!
#tde #thedarkempire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #ziosttemple
TDE - 985 is from @ziosttemple.bsky.social. Her favorite part of being in TDE is having the opportunity to do community events!
#tde #thedarkempire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #ziosttemple
March 7, 2025 at 5:13 PM
March is Women’s History Month and we are honoring the Ladies of The Dark Empire!
TDE - 985 is from @ziosttemple.bsky.social. Her favorite part of being in TDE is having the opportunity to do community events!
#tde #thedarkempire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #ziosttemple
TDE - 985 is from @ziosttemple.bsky.social. Her favorite part of being in TDE is having the opportunity to do community events!
#tde #thedarkempire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #ziosttemple
~Lords and Ladies of TDE~
Please join us in congratulating TDE-1014 from @maelstromspiretde.bsky.social (Ohio) on the approval of their newest costume, Darth Nwaht’iss!
Congratulations and we look forward to seeing you #doinggoodthroughthedarkside”
#TDE #thedarkempire #maelstromspire
Please join us in congratulating TDE-1014 from @maelstromspiretde.bsky.social (Ohio) on the approval of their newest costume, Darth Nwaht’iss!
Congratulations and we look forward to seeing you #doinggoodthroughthedarkside”
#TDE #thedarkempire #maelstromspire
March 7, 2025 at 4:59 PM
~Lords and Ladies of TDE~
Please join us in congratulating TDE-1014 from @maelstromspiretde.bsky.social (Ohio) on the approval of their newest costume, Darth Nwaht’iss!
Congratulations and we look forward to seeing you #doinggoodthroughthedarkside”
#TDE #thedarkempire #maelstromspire
Please join us in congratulating TDE-1014 from @maelstromspiretde.bsky.social (Ohio) on the approval of their newest costume, Darth Nwaht’iss!
Congratulations and we look forward to seeing you #doinggoodthroughthedarkside”
#TDE #thedarkempire #maelstromspire
Manny Jacinto was Qimir in The Acolyte. Welcome to The Dark Empire, Manny!
#thedarkempire #tde #honorarymember #mannyjacinto #theacolyte #doinggoodthroughthedarkside
#thedarkempire #tde #honorarymember #mannyjacinto #theacolyte #doinggoodthroughthedarkside
March 7, 2025 at 4:56 PM
Manny Jacinto was Qimir in The Acolyte. Welcome to The Dark Empire, Manny!
#thedarkempire #tde #honorarymember #mannyjacinto #theacolyte #doinggoodthroughthedarkside
#thedarkempire #tde #honorarymember #mannyjacinto #theacolyte #doinggoodthroughthedarkside
~SITH SATURDAY~
The Dark Empire is proud to have inducted a new Honorary Member - Manny Jacinto! @citadelspiretde.bsky.social lead the charge with siblings from @saberguildint.bsky.social - #AlderaanTemple and The Dark Empire: #DartFlowerSpire.
The Dark Empire is proud to have inducted a new Honorary Member - Manny Jacinto! @citadelspiretde.bsky.social lead the charge with siblings from @saberguildint.bsky.social - #AlderaanTemple and The Dark Empire: #DartFlowerSpire.
March 7, 2025 at 4:56 PM
~SITH SATURDAY~
The Dark Empire is proud to have inducted a new Honorary Member - Manny Jacinto! @citadelspiretde.bsky.social lead the charge with siblings from @saberguildint.bsky.social - #AlderaanTemple and The Dark Empire: #DartFlowerSpire.
The Dark Empire is proud to have inducted a new Honorary Member - Manny Jacinto! @citadelspiretde.bsky.social lead the charge with siblings from @saberguildint.bsky.social - #AlderaanTemple and The Dark Empire: #DartFlowerSpire.
Members of The 501st Legion, The Dark Empire, and Saber Guild at San Diego Gulls’ Star Wars Night on February 16, 2025!
Photo by: Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
Photo by: Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
March 7, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Members of The 501st Legion, The Dark Empire, and Saber Guild at San Diego Gulls’ Star Wars Night on February 16, 2025!
Photo by: Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
Photo by: Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
Lords and Ladies of TDE!
Please join us in welcoming new member TDE-1030 from @citadelspiretde.bsky.social and their new #CustomSith!
Congratulations on your costume approval, and we look forward to seeing you #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide!
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CitadelSpire
Please join us in welcoming new member TDE-1030 from @citadelspiretde.bsky.social and their new #CustomSith!
Congratulations on your costume approval, and we look forward to seeing you #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide!
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CitadelSpire
February 28, 2025 at 2:09 PM
Lords and Ladies of TDE!
Please join us in welcoming new member TDE-1030 from @citadelspiretde.bsky.social and their new #CustomSith!
Congratulations on your costume approval, and we look forward to seeing you #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide!
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CitadelSpire
Please join us in welcoming new member TDE-1030 from @citadelspiretde.bsky.social and their new #CustomSith!
Congratulations on your costume approval, and we look forward to seeing you #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide!
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CitadelSpire
Members of The 501st Legion, The Dark Empire, and Saber Guild at San Diego Gulls’ Star Wars Night on February 16, 2025!
📸:Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
📸:Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
February 28, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Members of The 501st Legion, The Dark Empire, and Saber Guild at San Diego Gulls’ Star Wars Night on February 16, 2025!
📸:Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
📸:Brian Johnson
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #doinggoodthroughtgedarkside #crimsonempirespire
February 22, 2025 at 5:43 AM
Doran Reiv has wares …if you have coin.
TDE-1019 #SpireoftheStorm.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSmuggler #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
TDE-1019 #SpireoftheStorm.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSmuggler #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
February 22, 2025 at 5:41 AM
Doran Reiv has wares …if you have coin.
TDE-1019 #SpireoftheStorm.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSmuggler #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
TDE-1019 #SpireoftheStorm.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSmuggler #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
"Power is the only truth in the galaxy. Everything else is an illusion."
—Darth Zannah
TDE-597 of The Dark Empire: Moraband Spire.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #MorabandSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
—Darth Zannah
TDE-597 of The Dark Empire: Moraband Spire.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #MorabandSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
February 16, 2025 at 7:19 PM
"Power is the only truth in the galaxy. Everything else is an illusion."
—Darth Zannah
TDE-597 of The Dark Empire: Moraband Spire.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #MorabandSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
—Darth Zannah
TDE-597 of The Dark Empire: Moraband Spire.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #MorabandSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
Valentine, You must be a high-paying contract, because I’d chase you across the galaxy—no tracking fob needed! 🫶🏻🚀 #HappyValentinesDay🧡🖤
#TDE #TheDarkEmpireThe #CrimsonNovaSpire #FennecShand #CrimsonNovaSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
#TDE #TheDarkEmpireThe #CrimsonNovaSpire #FennecShand #CrimsonNovaSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
February 14, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Valentine, You must be a high-paying contract, because I’d chase you across the galaxy—no tracking fob needed! 🫶🏻🚀 #HappyValentinesDay🧡🖤
#TDE #TheDarkEmpireThe #CrimsonNovaSpire #FennecShand #CrimsonNovaSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
#TDE #TheDarkEmpireThe #CrimsonNovaSpire #FennecShand #CrimsonNovaSpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
Funny Friday! Enjoy
#StarWars #TDE #friday #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide #funnyfridaypost #jokesoftheday
#thedarkempire #laughs #jokes
#StarWars #TDE #friday #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide #funnyfridaypost #jokesoftheday
#thedarkempire #laughs #jokes
February 14, 2025 at 10:55 PM
Funny Friday! Enjoy
#StarWars #TDE #friday #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide #funnyfridaypost #jokesoftheday
#thedarkempire #laughs #jokes
#StarWars #TDE #friday #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide #funnyfridaypost #jokesoftheday
#thedarkempire #laughs #jokes
"The dark side is more powerful than you can imagine. It will transform you."
— Darth Tyranus, Star Wars: The Clone Wars
TDE-644 of #CitadelSpire
📸: Scotch & Arak
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #doinggoodthingsthroughthedarkside
— Darth Tyranus, Star Wars: The Clone Wars
TDE-644 of #CitadelSpire
📸: Scotch & Arak
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #doinggoodthingsthroughthedarkside
February 13, 2025 at 11:47 AM
"The dark side is more powerful than you can imagine. It will transform you."
— Darth Tyranus, Star Wars: The Clone Wars
TDE-644 of #CitadelSpire
📸: Scotch & Arak
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #doinggoodthingsthroughthedarkside
— Darth Tyranus, Star Wars: The Clone Wars
TDE-644 of #CitadelSpire
📸: Scotch & Arak
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #CustomSith #doinggoodthingsthroughthedarkside
TDE 657 from #outcastspire wastes no time and intensively trains their Acolyte - even on the weekend.
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
February 13, 2025 at 11:35 AM
TDE 657 from #outcastspire wastes no time and intensively trains their Acolyte - even on the weekend.
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
#TheDarkEmpire #TDE #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
Maybe they won’t notice that TDE-743 forgot their forcepike at home. 👀
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #StygeonPrimeSpire
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #StygeonPrimeSpire
February 10, 2025 at 5:16 PM
Maybe they won’t notice that TDE-743 forgot their forcepike at home. 👀
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #StygeonPrimeSpire
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #doinggoodthroughthedarkside #StygeonPrimeSpire
TDE 964 of #outcastspire knows very well that today is the perfect day to persuade someone to switch to the dark side of Power.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
February 9, 2025 at 6:39 PM
TDE 964 of #outcastspire knows very well that today is the perfect day to persuade someone to switch to the dark side of Power.
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide
#TDE #TheDarkEmpire #DoingGoodThroughTheDarkSide