The article covers everything you ever wanted to know about joining the Empire with the 501st Legion, but were too afraid to ask. It details a brief history of the fan-run Imperial Costuming organization known as the 501st Legion of Stormtroopers, why fans join the Legion, membership requirements, how to put together an Imperial costume, their involvement with Lucasfilm Ltd., and the numerous contributions Legion members make on behalf of children's charities.