Shadow Guards (New Empire)

"Few know the true origins of the mysterious and powerful Shadow Guard. The silent, enigmatic warriors receive orders directly from Lana and are often sent to eliminate Jedi and other Force wielders. The Shadow Guard boast limited Force powers of their own and are capable of wielding lightsaber lances, which has led some to speculate that the Shadow Guard are, in fact, Jedi who have been captured, tortured, and brainwashed by Lana and her former master. Whatever the truth, the Shadow Guard command immense respect within the Imperial ranks and often lead elite Imperial Commandos into battle against the Empire's most hated enemies. They possess a weak but notable connection with the Force. Their documented abilities include Force Grip, Force Push, Force Lightning, and a powerful Force Dash. It is possible that some Shadow Guards might have learned Force Choke and the Lightning Grenade, but this is only a theory."

- Luke regarding the Shadow Guards

The Shadow Guards are specialized combat units of the New Empire who are given orders directly by Lana Beniko. The Shadow Guards are so mysterious that others believe them to be brainwashed Jedi who have been captured and tortured by Lana. They also wield a handful of abilities within the Force, but are weakly connected to it.

Imperial-Remnant Conflict
During the Imperial-Remnant Conflict, one Shadow Guard, who appeared to be the commander, frequently checked in on the Research division's efforts to complete the projects they were conducting for the Empire.

During an infiltration mission of the New Republic's second base, one of these Shadow Guards were captured by Ozpin and was later interrogated by New Republic High Command and gave out valuable and useful information for the final assault on the Imperial Fortress.

Dissolution
After the fall of the Imperial Fortress and the death of Lana Beniko, it isn't known on what happened to the Shadow Guards, nor the commander. Its say to assume that they were dissolved along with the Empire.

Appearances

 * RWBY: The New Empire

Notes and references
