Fiction:Revanchist

The Revanchists are a faction of New Republic loyalists which formed after the Fall of the Twelve Worlds in 17 NE. Founded by Admiral of the Republic Navy, the Revanchists banded together in opposition ot the surrender of the Republic's government to the Empire, and the subsequent Occupation of Republic space by Imperial forces. Under Quarantar's leadership, the Revanchists have come to encompass not only former members of the Republic Navy, but various cells of the, resulting in the formation of a formidable armada consisting of five Star Destroyers, two cruisers and seven frigates, as well as numerous starfighter squadrons.

Seeking to reverse the Empire's territorial gains and reclaim Republic Space, the Revanchists are noted for their ruthlessness in combating both the Empire and officers of the Occupied Republic, coming to galactic attention in late 17 NE, when Quarantar launched a daring assault on the shipyards, resulting in the destruction of five Imperial vessels. As a result of Quarantar's actions, his forces have continued to grow as more and more Republic loyalists place their hopes in the success of his campaign. Nevertheless, the Revanchists have yet to reach out to similar factions such as the, operating under the assumption that 's forces were destroyed or scattered as a result of the Battle of Cognalorilos.