The rise of darth plagueis is about the only major sith mystery villain arc that could matter to the larger star wars fandom during the high republic era, so skipping it. The story is immersive as you are drawn into the secret and dark world of the sith. Luceno draws on his storytelling skill and prodigious knowledge of the star wars world. Jan 10, 2012 this book was the first audiobook i had ever listened to ive gone on to listen to six more star wars books. Is the novel darth plagueis by james luceno considered canon in the star wars universe no. Darth plagueis is a novel by james luceno that tells the backstory of the dark lord of the sith, darth plagueis.
For like no other disciple of the dark side, darth plagueis learns to command the ultimate power. Darth sidious, who later frames his history and reputed ability to control natural phenomena of life and death as a legend used to lure anakin skywalker to the dark side of the force. Darth plagueis by james luceno 2012, paperback at the best online prices at ebay. James luceno takes darth plagueis down the dark path and never looks back. Jan 10, 2012 this wasnt just another star wars novel. I cant imagine trying to fit events in with a movie the phantom menace. Darth plagueis is a fictional character in the star wars franchise, first mentioned in star wars. It was originally scheduled for release in october of 2008, but its release was canceled. Darth plagueis treatment, bringing a legendary character from a new hope to full, fascinating life. You are swept along as you see the rise of darth plagueis, the discovery and rise of darth sidious and of course the end of darth plagueis.
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He had such a knowledge of the dark side that he could even keep the ones he cared about from dying. Star wars episode 7 the darth plagueis theory youtube. Darth plagueis was a dark lord of the sith, so powerful and so wise that he could use the force to influence the midichlorians to. This book weaves together all the patches of the star wars story with a fascinating, intelligent and very exciting style. This is a wellwritten and entertaining novel, and one that adds a lot to the saga that is the prequel star wars universe. Although an excellent book widely considered a fan favorite, darth plagueis now falls under the banner of legends tiein fiction from the vast star wars expanded universe conceived before disney bought lucasfilm and essentially hit the reset button on all those novels, comics and. Darth plagueis and darth sidious discover a way to annihilate the jedi before they can even comprehend that the sith still exist. This book focuses on two sith lords namely darth plagueis and his apprentice darth sidious aka palpatine. A star wars book, darth plagueis, told the story of the characters backstory but it is no longer considered star wars canon. Jul 28, 2017 note this is not my work, and the aim of this video is for educational purposes. Star wars legends star wars legends series by james luceno. Revenge of the sith, the emperor palpatine tells disillusioned jedi anakin skywalker the story of the legendary sith lord, darth plagueis, who sought to master the force to control the power over life and death.
Oct 15, 2015 star wars episode 7 the darth plagueis theory the stupendous wave. Like all sith lords before him, he craves absolute. Darth plagueis was a dark lord of the sith who was so wise and so powerful that he could influence the midichloreans to create life. It was interesting to hear the story told with the sith being the main protagonists, to see what their motivations are. Star wars darth plagueis audiobook audiobooks free. He is the mentor and murder victim of future emperor sheev palpatine a. Darth plagueis by james luceno, 9780099542643, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Darth bane path of destruction book 1 part 1 youtube. Darth pelagueis is one of the most elusive characters in star wars. Did you ever hear the tragedy of darth plagueis the wise. Darth plagueis star wars by james luceno book cover, description, publication history. And when the time is right, he destroys his master but vows never to suffer the same fate. Star wars books about darth plagueis youtini reading guide.
It gave a lot of background to what happened in episode 1, the phantom menace, but it was also a great story in itself. The plot concerns itself with the life and times of the titular character, darth plagueis, and his dual efforts to conquer the galaxy and achieve immortality through manipulation of the midichlorians that. I am surprised at the intricate depth of the character darth plagueis. Darth plagueis, by james luceno, is one that has the potential to do just that. Find books like darth plagueis from the worlds largest community of readers. Darth plagueis is the most revelatory star wars novel since. The plot concerns itself with the life and times of the. Detailing palpatines apprenticeship, and revealing more about his master, darth plagueis that he told anakin about, the novel veers into new territory for the star wars series. But this plan involves a certain nuclear device, so the sith lords send their deadly apprentice to a prison colony to find the merchant who owns it.
This story is canon the back story of darth plagueis and darth sidious was developed handinglove with the highest authorities at lucasfilm, to ensure that nothing contradicts george lucass vision of his creations. This book was the first audiobook i had ever listened to ive gone on to listen to six more star wars books. But like no sith lord ever, he possesses the ultimate powerover life and death. What makes this even more remarkable is that much of it is information i never thought would see the light. Oct 30, 2012 at long last, the star wars story of the mysterious sith lord darth plagueis and his apprentice, darth sidious, is revealed. Oct 30, 2012 the best star wars publication to date. Mar 04, 2020 since fans first learned of darth plagueis during a pivotal scene in star wars. Darth plagueis is a star wars legends novel by james luceno set during the final decades of the old republic beginning approximately 67 years before the battle of yavin in a new hope. On august 22, 2011, it was announced on the star wars books facebook page that matthew stover would be writing a short story, entitled the. The publisher has supplied this book in drm free form with digital watermarking. Star wars episode 7 the darth plagueis theory the stupendous wave.
Since fans first learned of darth plagueis during a pivotal scene in star wars. Darth plagueis was a dark lord of the sith, so powerful and so wise that he could use the force to influence the midichlorians to create life. Mar 02, 2020 the rise of darth plagueis is about the only major sith mystery villain arc that could matter to the larger star wars fandom during the high republic era, so skipping it seems like it would be a. The book is originally published on 10th january 2012 and published by del rey books. A masterpiece of intrigue, republic politics and finance, and most of all, an insight into the workings of the sith. Narration for the audio version was performed by daniel davis.
That said, the newer novel tarkin, written by the same author. The novel takes the phantom menace menace and adds a second layer to the film it didnt have until i read this novel. Darth plagueis is arguably one of the finest star wars novels ever written. You will never look at the prequels in the same light again. It is my favorite star wars book, but really tied with the bane trilogy. What makes this even more remarkable is that much of it is information i never thought would see the light of day. However, sue rostoni later stated that the book had been reinstated, and the novel was to be released on january 10, 2012.
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