I like the idea of Palpatine in charge of the Empire. I think that Anakin/Darth Vader should be his right hand. You could play it as the NEW Empire versus the JEDI/Rebellion. Have Yoda in place for Mon Mothma, Obi-Wan as Luke Skywalker or Han Solo, Bail Organa as Han Solo, and Padme as Leia. Put lots of Jedi in the Rebellion side and have Anakin/Darth Vader find them and Destroy them. Your version could work also and it does sound like a fun game. I too am getting bored with the original Rebellion game. And I am looking for ways to spice it up more. Good Luck!!!!