Ben (Imperial cadet)

Ben was a member of the Galactic Empire who trained as a cadet at the Imperial Academy of Carida, located on the planet Carida. Ben joined the academy during the year 5 BBY,The Essential Reader's Companion places the events of Dark Forces: Soldier for the Empire, and by extension the audio adaption, at a date of 1 BBY. The text mentions that the cadets graduating have spent four years at the academy. Using simple math, it can be deduced that Ben joined the academy at a date of 5 BBY. and graduated during 1 BBY.The Essential Reader's Companion places the events of Dark Forces: Soldier for the Empire, and by extension the audio adaption, at a date of 1 BBY. During Ben's graduation, General Rom Mohc called Ben's name to present the cadet with a special award of valor and merit.
==Behind the scenes==
Ben was first mentioned in the audio adaption of the novella Dark Forces: Soldier for the Empire, which was released in 1997. As the character's name is only given in spoken dialogue from the audio adaption, the actual spelling of the character's name cannot be determined. "Ben" is actually the character's last name. The first part of their name is obscured by another character speaking, making it impossible to discern.
==Appearances==
*Dark Forces: Soldier for the Empire audio drama 
==Notes and references==
Category:Enlisted personnel of the Galactic Empire
Category:Individuals of unspecified gender
Category:Individuals of unspecified species