Imperial Commando Special Unit

"Vader's set up a special assassination unit of former Republic commandos and ARCs within the Five-oh-first solely to hunt Jedi, deserters and sympathizers."

- Mereel Skirata

The Imperial Commando Special Unit was a branch within the 501st Legion formed by Darth Vader. They dealt with hunting Jedi, clone deserters and individuals helping refugee Jedi escape. The unit was formed shortly after the formation of the Galactic Empire, made up mostly of remnant clone commandos and ARC troopers from the Grand Army of the Republic. The unit was headed first by the Emperor's Hand Sa Cuis, who was replaced by Commander Roly Melusar after his death. A notable unit was Squad 40. Most were former Clone commandos, including IC-4447; RC-1138; IC-1136, and IC-1309. They often wore dark charcoal and black armor.

Appearances

 * Imperial Commando: 501st
 * Star Wars: The Force Unleashed (video game) (Non-canonical appearance)