And in one part, if it were canon, places plagueis being present during the time of episode i. Darth plagueis, remembered as darth plagueis the wise, was a male muun dark lord. Darth plagueis vs darth sidious battles comic vine. Plagueis was kept appraised of his apprentices efforts but seldom took part in the.
But i did see the most recent book darth plagueis by james luceno that was written about him and his background, i was given a copy in fact when i was at the last celebration, so i read. Darth plagueis was a male dark lord of the sith who, at some point prior to the invasion of naboo, chose sheev palpatine, a. This book focuses on two sith lords namely darth plagueis and his apprentice darth sidious aka palpatine. In dealing with plagueis quest for immortality, i originally structured part of the book as a. 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. Recently listened to the audio book darth plagueis and it really needs to be read before watching episode 1 as otherwise e1 makes very little sense. You may be looking for the novel darth plagueis or his grandfather, after. Or rather, to be more accurate, he killed plagueis when the latter was barely conscious after ingesting large amounts of alcholol.
Did you ever hear the tragedy of darth plagueis the wise. Narration for the audio version was performed by daniel davis. In the book, it is revealed that palpatine had discovered plagueiss secret to immortality, using this knowledge to survive after his. It really tied the whole first trilogy together, as most people dont even count the first movie as part. Heres why supreme leader snoke is not darth plagueis this rumor has been circulating for months, and it doesnt look like its going to stop anytime soon.
The novel covers the later life and machinations of. Darth plagueis is a novel by james luceno that tells the backstory of the dark lord of the sith, darth plagueis. This video contains his words and excerpts from the audiobook darth plagueis, by james luceno i am not the creator of any of the art, music. Darth plagueis was a dark lord of the sith, so powerful and so wise that he could. However, sue rostoni later stated that the book had been reinstated, and the novel was to be released on january 10, 2012. Were back with tapcaf transmissions, and were discussing darth plagueis. The podcast is now also available in audio format on spotify and podbean as well.
Celgress behold a white horse and he that sat on him had a bow. Darth plagueis audiobook download darth plagueis audiobook free. Darth plagueis is a novel by james luceno that tells the backstory of the dark. It was originally scheduled for release in october of 2008, but its release was canceled.
Ive already told many friends about this audio book, both for the. Although an excellent book widely considered a fan favorite, darth plagueis now falls under the banner of. The novel takes the phantom menace menace and adds a. The old republic ramps up the action and brings listeners facetoface for the. Written by james luceno, audiobook narrated by daniel davis. Definitely the climax at the final chapter, and palpatines revelation of his intentions towards plagueis. Start a free 30day trial today and get your first audiobook free. And in one part, if it were canon, puts being present while of episode i. Essentially in the background of when the ship first arrive at. The second novel set in the old republic era and based on the massively multiplayer online game star wars. Fanclub official darth sidiousemperor palpatine fan club. Darth sidious was the apprentice and murderer of plagueis.
I found it to be a really rich expansion to the star wars universe. Star wars legends star wars legends book 19 kindle edition by luceno, james. Found some parts a bit dull, with too much politics, but part from that it was just great. It was written by james luceno, and released on january 10, 2012. My son received this audiobook as a gift but i cant find if it would be an age appropriate book for him or not.
To be honest, when a darth plagueis novel was announced back in 2007 it didnt really excite me. It was published in the star wars insider on december, 2011. The first part of the book, detailing plagueis efforts to harness the power of the force to grant immortality, has greater novelty, and occasional scenes later in the book hint at a more mystical story. An alien muun, who might resemble a somber and a very enjoyable and entertaining star wars novel. As part of this, we discover lots of backstory concerning palpatine which, in the films, is often only hinted at. The rise of darth vader was little more than a collage of previous phrases, characters and situations. The closest we get is chapters 12 and in which snatches of palpatines training outline some of plagueis lessons or. Donate to help improve frequency and quality of content. This video contains his words and excerpts from the audiobook darth plagueis. As such, the only proof that plagueis actually existed was from palpatine himself.
Darth sidious im going to refer to him as palpatine planned to kill his master. Star wars au the triumph of darth plagueis chapter 18, a. Lets read star wars darth plagueis part 14 youtube. Who is still talking about the darth plagueis novel. Is the novel darth plagueis by james luceno considered canon in the star wars universe no. Episode eighteen revenge of the sith part 3 invasion.
Darth plagueis was a dark lord of the sith, so powerful and so wise that he could use the. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading darth plagueis. This video contains his words and excerpts from the audiobook darth plagueis, by james luceno. Books the official darth plagueis discussion thread spoilers allowed. The darth plagueis novel isnt considered canon anymore due to clashes with major plot points of the clone.
A sith lord with the ability to manipulate life and death, plagueis is the mentor and murder victim of palpatine darth sidious. Darth plagueis was murdered in cold blood by his apprentice, darth sidious, by the rule of two, which we all know. Several books in the expanded universe also suffer from this syndrome, preferring to give. Initially, the story explores the rise of plagueis as a sith lord. Fanclub official darth sidiousemperor palpatine fan. Books the official darth plagueis discussion thread. Darth plagueis is a fictional character in the star wars franchise.
In fact, darth plagueis is really best described as a companion novel to cloak of deception, lucenos 2001 book elaborating on the political backstory to the phantom menace. Literally in the background of when the ship first lands on coruscant when theyre looking at anakin knowing that this is the child. Darth plagueis james luceno he was the most powerful sith lord who ever lived. Darth plagueis was darth sidious emperor senator palpatines sith master. Star wars darth plagueis audiobook audiobooks free. The rise of darth vader, cloak of deception, and labyrinth of evil, as. I just finished darth plagueis by james luceno, published by del rey. With regards to plagueis, it spans from the moment plagueis offs his own master to the point where sidiouspalpy is elected surpreme chancelor, so the first rd of the book doesnt have. Borrow ebooks, audiobooks, and videos from thousands of public libraries worldwide.
Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. This is a novel part of what is known nowadays as legends in the star wars novel. This book was the first audiobook i had ever listened to ive gone on to listen to six more star wars books. Martin from the journal of xavier desmond audiobook warhammer 40k prophets of waaagh audiobook george r. Darth plagueis is a novel that is part of the star wars expanded universe. James luceno is the new york times bestselling author of the star wars novels millennium falcon, dark lord. Path of destruction, drew karpyshyn painted a gripping portrait of a young mans journey from innocence to evil. He had such a knowledge of the dark side that he could even. While books have been written that include darth plagueis in the past, theyve all passed into legends. Star wars episode 7 the darth plagueis theory youtube.