Imperial Puppet Regalia reflects on the collective experiences of militarism as experienced within the broader context of Southeast Asia. Richly embroidered tapestries, finely wrought wooden marionettes depicting military figures, and various forms of regalia and insignia delineate patterns of imperialism and militarism as they intersect with contemporary issues such as military lockdowns related to Covid19, activist crackdowns, the killings of peasant and indigenous leaders, journalists, lawyers, and rights defenders, as well as the appointment of military officials to government positions.