Robert Hogan

Robert Edweric Hogan is an officer in the Emperor's Hammer Strike Fleet holding the rank of Rear Admiral. He is the Command Attaché to the Training Officer and Flight Leader and Executive Officer of Sin Squadron aboard the Imperial II-class Star Destroyer Warrior. He has previously served as the Commander of Sin Squadron and led the Warrior team in Imperial Storm 3.

Family History

Lawrence Hogan (father of Robert Hogan) was born on Coruscant in 23 BBY and from a young age had a desire to serve in the Imperial military. He commissioned from the Royal Imperial Academy on Coruscant in 4 BBY and was assigned to the Imperial I-class Star Destroyer Adjudicator’s navigation section. In 1 BBY while on serving on the Adjudicator’s technical courier detail, his shuttle was attacked and disabled by Rebel forces, with the Lieutenant being captured, interrogated, and tortured at length for information on Imperial navigational technology and codes. After 3 months of captivity, he was able to escape through an escape shuttle, rescuing another officer onboard as well. Following his escape and return to Imperial space, he was reassigned to serve as the personal aide to the Naval Liaison Officer to the Royal Atravian Naval Auxiliary.

Her Highness Princess Kathlyll of Atravis (mother of Robert Hogan) was born on Atravis in 22 BBY and was a member of the Atravian Royal Family and niece of the King. Her fascination with spacecraft led to her commissioning from the Royal Imperial Academy on Coruscant in 3 BBY and she was assigned to the newly commissioned Executor-class Super Star Destroyer Avenger, operations section. However, her naval career would be cut short by the death of her grandfather, King Vinis, when she returned home to serve as an officer in the Royal Atravian Naval Auxiliary. Serving as a logistics officer, she coordinated the activities of a squadron in their fleet replenishment mission to supply nearby Imperial installations and naval forces.

While Lawrence Hogan was assigned to the Liaison Officer, he met Princess Kathlyll at the annual parade festivities and the two began a relationship a few months later. They married in a ceremony in 2 ABY in the Chapel Royal on Atravis, with The Princess being given the title of Viscountess of Labrynna by the King. Shortly afterward, Hogan was reassigned to the Imperial Naval College on Aurora Prime as an instructor, with Princess Kathlyll moving with him and resigning her Auxiliary commission to focus on family matters.

Early Life

Hogan was born in 4 ABY on Aurora Prime as the only son of Lawrence Hogan, Viscount of Labrynna, and Her Highness Princess Kathyll, Viscountess of Labrynna. As the child of an Imperial naval officer and a member of the Atravian royal family, Hogan enjoyed high social standing growing up and quickly developed a fascination with spaceflight. While a boy, his father, assigned to the Imperial Naval College, often took Hogan along on short training flights. During his childhood, Hogan was exposed to a variety of hobbies and pursuits, but drawn most to music. He was primarily educated in his younger years by a combination of his parents and tutors, but had his sights set on the Imperial Naval College once he was of age.

Formal Education

In 25 ABY at age 21, Hogan was accepted to the Imperial Naval College on Aurora Prime, where he began a rigorous curriculum with the goal of following in his parents’ footsteps. Although they were opposed to this and wanted a more quiet and peaceful life for him, they did support him in his endeavors. While at the Academy, Hogan studied a vast array or courses from multiple disciplines, eventually pursuing a specialization in electronic warfare and a career as a pilot. Hogan also continued his musical passions, playing as a member of the Ceremonial Band and performing in a number of prominent parades and ceremonies. Hogan graduated from the Naval College with honors, was on the Commandant’s List, and obtained his flight certification during his course of study.

Military Career

After graduation from the Naval College in 28 ABY, Hogan was commissioned as a Sub-Lieutenant in the Emperor's Hammer TIE Corps. He underwent final flight officer training with the Fleet aboard the Executor-class Super Star Destroyer Avenger while the First Recon Division was mobilized and on patrol in a classified location. While in training on the Avenger, Hogan gained flight experience in the TIE/ln Fighter, TIE/in Interceptor, and TIE/sb Bomber.

Sin Squadron

Upon earning his flight certification and being commissioned in the TIE Corps, Hogan was assigned to Sin Squadron aboard the Imperial II-class Star Destroyer Warrior. Under the command of squadron commander Colonel Zekk Terrik and flight leader Colonel Stryker, Hogan began to adjust to the squadron’s exclusive TIE model, the TIE Sinister. Within days of his arriving to Sin, he earned a promotion to Lieutenant by flying multiple missions in his newly assigned craft.

In his first month in Sin Squadron, Hogan earned the Commendation of Bravery for completing 30 missions and finished his basic training at IWATS, staying on to learn more about squadron management and advanced fighter tactics. With both high activity levels and communications skills, he was quickly promoted to Lieutenant Commander and appointed as flight leader of Sin’s third flight and made the squadron’s executive officer. In his new leadership role, Hogan sought to make his activity an example for his flight, and earned multiple Silver Stars and Bronze Stars in recognition of his efforts. He also used his computer graphics skills to design a patch for the newly activated Firebird Squadron.

At the beginning of 29 ABY, Hogan succeeded Colonel Terrik as the Commander of Sin Squadron, with the Colonel (newly promoted to Rear Admiral) assuming command of the Warrior. Shortly after, Hogan would begin work on a proposal for the creation for a series of unit awards for squadrons and ships, in part based on his experiences during the prior year's Raise the Flag (2020) training exercise. He would go on to fully flesh out this idea, resulting in the development of the TIE Corps Commander's Unit Award and the TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award, both of which would be approved and implemented shortly after. For his efforts in creating the award concept and designing the medals and ribbons, he was awarded a Silver Star.

During the Corps’s annual efficiency exercise, Squadron ReMobilization, Hogan led Sin Squadron to 4th place finish, completing the eleven objectives within two days of the third place team. This performance was widely commended, as despite the fact that Sin had won the previous year, it had taken five weeks to complete the objectives, wherein it took only one and a half weeks in 29 ABY. Despite not earning a unit award, many Squadron members received medals for their meritorious service and high activity. Later, in recognition of his efforts to modernize the TIE Corps’s award structure and commendations, Hogan was the first recipient of the Imperial Achievement Ribbon, an award he himself had designed the ribbon for.

Hogan's Flight Helmet as Executive Officer of Sin Squadron

Serving for a six month tour of duty as Squadron Commander, Hogan returned to being a Flight Member of Sin where he continued to participate in Squadron and Fleet competitions. He earned the title of "Trivia Grand Tour Season Six Champion (2021)" by edging out the reigning champion, General Pickled Yoda, across the months-long competition. His high level of flight activity was beneficial in Raise the Flag (2021), and combined with his graphical design skills, placed him as the second-highest scorer in the Squadron.

After four months serving as a Flight Member, Hogan was elevated to the Flight Leader of Flight 2, and later made Executive Officer. Hogan continued to set high levels of activity, flying with other pilots where possible, and ultimately winning the title of "MP Ace of the TIE Corps (2021)". He flew for the Sintoxicated team in the Chalquilla Cup, captained by Major SkyShadow, as a primary. Although the team was not able to medal, the exercise brought members of the squadron together and provided valuable experience in working together in more close-quarters dogfighting operations. His graphic experience was also called upon, with Hogan designing the ribbon and medal for the Operational Readiness Award. After serving as Flight Leader and Executive Officer for six months, he stepped down from the position as Executive Officer and was appointed as an Assistant to the Training Officer.

Command Attaché to the Training Officer

Shortly thereafter, Hogan was appointed Command Attaché to the Training Officer by the new Training Officer, Rear Admiral Sylas Pitt, and was promoted to the flag rank of Rear Admiral. After assuming this role, Hogan began to identify and correct a number of mistakes in existing Imperial University courses. Under the leadership of the new Training Officer, he was finally able to finish a course he had been working on for some time, Forward Air Controller, and release it to the Fleet, which he received the Professorship for. He also worked with other members of the Training Office, Education Committee, and course Professors to identify, triage, and if necessary, update, completely rewrite, or inactivate for the time being.

In addition to his new role, Hogan remained involved in Sin Squadron, continuing to compete for them in fleet competitions and fly with the Squadron whenever he could. During Raise the Flag (2022), Hogan's flying placed him third within the TIE Corps, and contributed to Sin Squadron's finish in 5th place in the squadron competition.

Hogan's first major project and responsibility as Command Attaché was the designing and implementing of a qualifications system for the Imperial University. During this effort, he and the Training Officer worked closely to ensure the system met the needs of the Training Office, consulted Professors, Training Officer Assistants, and members of the Education Committee to develop requirements. Hogan also took an active role in the technical implementation of the system, providing detailed requirements to the Internet Office and providing input on database schema design. The project, initially launched with the Certificate level of qualification, became active in early 31 ABY. For his work and responsibilities on the project, Hogan would be awarded the Gold Star of the Empire by the Training Officer.

Craft Flown

TIE Sinister
	Unit(s): Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior
	Position(s): Flight Member, Flight Leader, Executive Officer, Squadron Commander
	Rank(s): Sub-Lieutenant - Lieutenant Colonel
	Active: 09/13/2020 - present
	Missions: ongoing

Personal Life

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Royal Styles and Honors

While Hogan is not a styled member of the Atravian Royal House, he is considered a member of the royal family and remains close with a number of his relatives. As such, he is considered a member of the hereditary peerage and uses the courtesy title of his mother, Her Highness The Viscountess of Labrynna, which he serves to inherit. He participates in events with the extended royal family as often as possible, including Pass In Review parades, Atravian Naval College commencement ceremonies, and annual Life Day celebrations.

Titles and Styles

Date Effective	Style
4 ABY	The Honorable Robert Hogan of Labrynna

Arms

See also: Atravian Heraldry

On the occasion of the King's Silver Jubilee, Hogan was formally granted his charge and arms by letters patent from the Royal Atravian College of Arms. Following tradition, he was also presented a one meter by one meter depiction of arms, created from velvet and bullion by the heralds at the College. At present, this traditional and handcrafted depiction is displayed in the West Transept of the Royal Hall, Palace of Atravis, alongside those of his parents.

Arms of Robert Hogan

Granted 23 ABY Granting Authority Principal Herald of Atravis, Royal Atravian College of Arms Charge Three triangles connected to and within a circlet with seventeen sunrays emanating, above a butterfly displayed Or (The Charge of Her Highness The Viscountess of Labrynna). Field A tierced chevron Gules, Azure, and Gules within a bordure Ermine. Frame and Fringe Frame of one full braid Or with Fringe Or (Frame and Fringe of an eldest son of a Viscountess, until such a time as he inherits the title of Viscount).

Military Records

TIE Corps Promotion Records

Rank	Date Effective	Time Held
Cadet	09/13/2020	1 day
Sub-Lieutenant	09/13/2020	2 days
Lieutenant	09/15/2020	30 days
Lieutenant Commander	10/15/2020	2 months, 17 days
Commander	01/01/2021	2 months, 3 days
Captain	03/06/2021	2 months, 1 day
Major	05/07/2021	10 months, 11 days
Lieutenant Colonel	03/13/2022	Incumbent

EH Command Staff Promotion Records

Rank	Date Effective	Time Held
Rear Admiral	08/16/2022	Incumbent

TIE Corps Positions Held

Date Effective	Position	Time Spent
09/13/2020	Trainee, IWATS, SSD Avenger	1 day
09/13/2020	Flight Member, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	25 days
10/08/2020	Flight Leader & Executive Officer, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	2 months, 24 days
01/01/2021	Squadron Commander, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	6 months
07/01/2021	Flight Member, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	4 months, 11 days
11/10/2021	Flight Leader, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	18 days
11/28/2021	Flight Leader & Executive Officer, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	7 months, 23 days
07/21/2022	Flight Leader, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	1 month, 20 days
09/10/2022	Flight Member, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	2 months, 22 days
12/02/2022	Flight Leader & Executive Officer, Sin Squadron, Wing II, ISDII Warrior	Incumbent

Secondary Positions Held

Date Effective	Position	Time Spent
06/19/2021	Task Force Admiral, ISDII Warrior (Imperial Storm 3)	2 months
07/31/2022	Training Officer Assistant	16 days

EH Command Staff Positions Held

Date Effective	Position	Time Spent
08/16/2022	Command Attaché to the Training Officer, SSD Avenger	Incumbent

Awards and Decorations

Wings

Flight Certification Wings (19th Echelon)

Medals

Gold Star of the Empire

Silver Star of the Empire

Bronze Star of the Empire

Palpatine Crescent

Imperial Security Medal

Imperial Achievement Ribbon

Medal of Tactics with Green Hammer

Medal of Communication

TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award

Iron Star with Platinum Wings

Iron Star with Gold Wings

Iron Star with Silver Wings

Iron Star with Bronze Wings

Iron Star with Platinum Ribbon

Iron Star with Gold Ribbon

Iron Star with Silver Ribbon

Iron Star with Bronze Ribbon

Iron Star with Copper Ribbon

Operational Readiness Award

Legion of Combat

Legion of Skirmish

Commendation of Loyalty

Commendation of Bravery

Order of the Vanguard

Patch & Insignia Gallery

Robert Hogan has designed the following patches and insignia which have been used by Emperor's Hammer and TIE Corps squadrons, units, and offices:

Firebird Squadron 2020*	Eagle Squadron 2021*	Warden of the Imperial Archives 2021	Sigma Squadron 2021*
Training Office 2022	Raise the Flag 2022*	Battlegroup III 2022*	Tactical Office 2022
Reconnaissance Office 2023

    * indicates competition-winning design

Robert Hogan has designed the following awards insignia which have been used by the TIE Corps and the Emperor's Hammer:

TIE Corps Commander's Unit Award 2021	TIE Corps Meritorious Unit Award 2021	Iron Star with Wings 2021	Iron Star with Ribbon 2021	Imperial Achievement Ribbon 2021
Operational Readiness Award 2022

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Positions Held
Before	Position	After
Zekk Terrik	Sin Squadron Commander Jan 2021 - Jul 2021	Wreckage
Elwood the Brave	Command Attaché to the Training Officer Aug 2022 - Incumbent	Incumbent