Star Wars: The Old Republic - Knights of the Fallen Empire

The New Galactic Conflict and Storyline

The narrative picks up sometime after the Invasion of Ziost, finding the galaxy subjugated by the formidable Eternal Empire, led by Emperor Valkorion and his successor, Arcann. Both the Galactic Republic and the Sith Empire have been largely defeated and are struggling to survive. Players awaken from five years in carbonite to find themselves in this drastically altered landscape. The central objective becomes rallying both familiar and newly acquired companions to challenge the Eternal Empire's dominance. This expansion introduces the first nine chapters of this new story arc, promising unexpected twists and betrayals that shape the fate of the galaxy and the player's personal journey.

Core Gameplay Enhancements

This expansion is primarily focused on delivering a massive injection of story content, adhering closely to the established role-playing mechanics of the parent game. It continues the tradition of BioWare-style cinematic dialogue and choice-based progression. While it does not introduce entirely new level caps or fundamental mechanical overhauls to the core combat or progression systems, it provides a vast amount of new, high-quality narrative content that directly impacts the ongoing state of the game world and the player's relationships with their crew.

What new narrative content does this expansion offer?

The primary addition is the nine-chapter storyline that launches the "Outlander" saga. This content is designed to be a significant continuation of the player's established character and story progression within the established universe. Players must make critical decisions regarding alliances, betrayals, and the direction of their companions throughout these initial chapters.

Integration and Scope

As an expansion, this content is fully integrated into the existing structure of *Star Wars: The Old Republic*. It is not a standalone experience; access requires the base game installed on a PC running Microsoft Windows. The scope of this initial release is substantial, representing the beginning of a major new saga rather than a brief side story.

What is the focus of this story arc?

The focus is on the player character becoming The Outlander, a veteran forced to confront a third faction—the Eternal Empire—that has decimated the galaxy's major powers. Your choices determine the survival of both the Sith Empire and the Galactic Republic.