Why is stormtrooper armor so useless?

Stormtrooper armor as portrayed in the films is highly ineffective as combat protection and is generally hindering to the wearer.

Did stormtroopers have dress uniforms?

While the standard-issue uniforms were made of a gray-green fabric, there existed several variants of different colors, such as a black variant worn by noncoms and Stormtrooper officers.

Is stormtrooper armor durable?

Stormtrooper armor is reasonably durable and that the blasters we see so easily penetrating it are quite powerful. In the Rogue One Visual guide there are multiple rebels who have upgraded their blasters to be more powerful.

Why did the Empire not use clones?

The Empire Stopped Using Clone Troopers After Order 66 In theory, the Clone Army should have been perfect for Palpatine’s purposes. He had successfully established the Empire, but he was well aware there would be resistance.

What do black imperial uniforms mean?

White uniforms are for those within the Imperial Security Bureau or those involved in weapons/technology development, Black Uniforms are for stormtroopers who are out of armor, or shuttle pilots. Light grey uniforms are for technicians.

What do Imperial officers have in their pockets?

Imperial code cylinders were among the most common access tools employed by the Galactic Empire. Standing regulations demanded that every Imperial officer’s code cylinders were in view at all time, and they were kept in narrow pockets on either side of the upper chest.

Can Stormtroopers breathe in space?

A power pack, as well as a pressurized gas system, located in the armor backplate ensures that a stormtrooper can survive even in the vacuum of space.

Are there female Stormtroopers in Star Wars?

There are a lot of women in the stormtrooper ranks in Star Wars Battlefront II. In the Force Awakens there are a few women playing stormtroopers throughout the film as can be seen in some of the behind the scenes material.