Why did the trade federation ally with the Sith?

The Sith promised the Federation power and money in return for accepting his orders, so the corporation secretly allied with Sidious. Using its manufacturing might, the Federation began construction of its own droid army after enduring pirate attacks.

What did Palpatine promise the Trade Federation?

Galactic consequences Upon his appointment to Chancellor, Palpatine had promised the galaxy that Gunray, his colleagues and the Federation would be penalized for their actions taken towards the Naboo.

Why did the trade federation want Naboo?

The Trade Federation invades Naboo because they’re secretly working for Darth Sidious, who is secretly Palpatine, who is not secretly the Senator of Naboo. Palpatine’s whole purpose in arranging the invasion was to create a situation where he could have someone call for a vote of no confidence in Chancellor Vallorum.

Did gunray know Sidious was Palpatine?

Probably not, honestly. But in TPM I remember the whole point of the Naboo invasion in TPM was to make Palpatine the Chancellor, who claimed to Gunray as Sidious that he would make his actions legal. It kinda sounded like Gunray was aware Sidious was in on the Republic government.

How many droids did the Trade Federation have?

The overall droid count was at 784 battle droids, in addition to support droids, and were commanded by a battle droid officer.

Why did Sidious want the treaty signed?

Palpatine was all about working within the law to create his glorious Sith Empire. That’s why he wanted a treaty signed and when that failed, he helped orchestrate the Separatist movement. Nothing was illegal and he could work the system until it was time for him to reveal himself.

What is the Trade Federation in Star Wars?

When Count Dooku establishes the Confederacy of Independent Systems, the Trade Federation is one of its original supporting factions, bringing its vast network, powerful warships, and battle droids to the war. Rune Haako and Nute Gunray. Sib Canay is an influential Neimoidian officer who spearheads the blockade of Pantora.

How did the Federation become allied with the Sith?

The Sith promised the Federation power and money in return for accepting his orders, so the corporation secretly allied with Sidious. Using its manufacturing might, the Federation began construction of its own droid army after enduring pirate attacks.

How did the Trade Federation become so powerful?

Over time, the Trade Federation grew in size, prestige, and power, amassing a large fleet of battleships and earning representation in the Galactic Senate of the Republic.

What happens to the Trade Federation after Mustafar?

With the demise of its leaders on Mustafar, the power and influence of the Trade Federation diminishes and the powerhouse is nationalized by the Galactic Empire. Tim Veekhoven (Sompeetalay) from Belgium is president and co founder of TeeKay-421, the Belgian Star Wars Fanclub.