Finally they arrived at the top of the Invisible Hand, yet there was the constant reminder of the battle that raged around them. Aside from the occasional flashes and fireballs there were distinct shudders and at times it was hard to keep one’s footing. Opposite the elevator was a balcony, a set of stairs either side of it. Down this and with his back to the window was Chancellor Palpatine, he sat in a heavy chair with his hands shackled to the arms. He smiled softly at their approach, yet that small smile did little to placate the sheer terror on his face.