The invasion operation of the First Order plan carried out by the Sith Eternals was virtually successful due to strong and careful preparations. The Empire caught the New Republic by surprise by invading the entire galaxy, where it was thought impossible for the Empire to return.
However, even though the invasion operation was successful, maintaining the system afterward was not easy. Huge resources such as logistics support and logistics supplies were supposed to be needed, but in reality, there were none. Even though they angered the entire galaxy and carried out risky military operations, they were unprepared for the subsequent rule of the galaxy. Even though they were desperately trying to make the invasion operation a success, they lacked a plan for what to do next.
The First Order desperately needed Sith Eternal reinforcements from the Final Order. Deploy Jiston-class Star Destroyers to vital points throughout the galaxy and bring them within range with planet-destroying firepower. It is important not only to support the exhausted First Order, but also to ensure the subsequent control and maintenance of the galaxy.
But it failed. It's easy to point out that General Hux, a spy within the First Order, leaked information, but I personally think it's because the structural flaws and weaknesses of the First Order plan were clearly exposed.
The First Order plan was conceived and executed during the era of disarmament and the Galactic Truce. It takes place behind the scenes and is based on low cost and thorough efficiency. Based on the reflections of the Empire, military strategy itself was the main focus, eliminating power struggles as much as possible, and greatly reducing the costs required to run a dictatorial state.
He was very particular about how to effectively use his small number of troops.
The citizens of the galaxy, who had experienced the Empire's abyss, were unaware of the First Order's small military arsenal and scale, and were once again subdued by fear. It has been effectively controlled.
However, the Final Order never arrived, leaving the First Order in a critical situation. Exhaustion increases and morale decreases. The efficient and effective use of a small number of troops backfired. If the enemy seriously counterattacks even with a small number of troops, you will easily lose. It is not suitable for maintaining the system. Even if you intend to suppress the citizens of the galaxy with fear, if you find out that your actual military strength is weak, it will be an opportunity for rebellion. The pursuit of thorough efficiency and efficiency has resulted in a breeding ground for vulnerability.
It can also be said that he was responsible for angering the galaxy with his aggressive invasion strategy. For the first time, the young members of the First Order understand the risks of angering the galaxy.
This is the worst case scenario a Sith Eternal could imagine.
Since the First Order was preparing a plan behind the scenes, the actual situation of the First Order's overall military strength was supposed to be top secret.
After Snoke's death, as Kylo Ren unified the First Order, the weakness of the military was shared from within.
Snoke carefully decentralized his administration to conceal the true size of his forces even from his own people.
Younger personnel were easier to fool when Snoke took control of the First Order. However, experienced military personnel who served in the empire understand the difficulty of maintaining the system. They would be reluctant to take on risky operations such as invading the entire galaxy. That's why Snoke made sure the First Order was made up of young people.