Are faction population levels (and perceived/real imbalances) being monitored, and are there plans to attempt to correct any factions which are too small to be sustainable?
The following abilities consume a charge of Upper Hand ("exploit" it; think of them as finishers I suppose): Pugnacity - http://www.torhead.com/ability/2J6eyBy Sucker Punch - http://www.torhead.com/ability/5a5Bi7Q Blaster Volley - http://www.torhead.com/ability/e7ujE13
Not to go all rabid fanboi on you, but I would disagree with this statement. Make sure you keep any orange armour that you enjoy the look of; some of it will be hood-less and you can keep it your entire career.
Have you found any decent communities for that? I've been poking around but haven't stumbled on anything.
No Mirialan love? Mirialan female here, orange sabre