The Lasting Power of Darth Bane

Throughout the Sith lineage the Galaxy has seen some tremendous eras.

From Andeddu, to Revan and Malak, to Malgus and Ruin, all the way to Darth Bane. The true Sith legends are few and far between, yet they helped shape the Force as we know it.

The Galaxy is forever tainted and permeated with the Dark Side thanks to these individuals.

Yet it’s Darth Bane who is the most significant.

The true beauty of Bane’s achievements and thought process is his innate ability to put his Order first.

I feel confident in saying Darth Bane had a direct effect on the Sith more than anybody.

To think that the Rule of Two was completely thought of, implemented and remained thanks to Bane is an achievement like none other.

Bane was a self serving, egomaniac yet still put the future of the Sith before himself even if it meant his own demise.

That type of behavior is completely unheard of from a Sith.

In a way, Bane had that aspect of his character in line with the Jedi and their own thought process.

In their selflessness and generosity, the Jedi and Bane had more in common than they would ever know.

Not only was Darth Bane a revolutionary but he was also a dominantly imposing bringer of death on the battlefield.

Standing at 2 meters tall Bane was a mountain of a man. His sheer brute strength was legendary and his ferocity unmatched.

Yet in addition to his massive size, he also boasted an agile and deceivingly quick repertoire.

Bane’s lightsaber mastery was one of the best. It was his swordsmanship that sets him apart from other Sith legends.

As he learned from one of the true elite lightsaber masters on Korriban, Darth Bane truly became an expert with his blade.

His tenacity, mindset and muscular frame made him an unstoppable force that wreaked havoc like a runaway storm.

My favorite aspect of Darth Bane’s arsenal of fearsome firepower was his Force lightning.

Described as crackling violet bolts of pure Dark Side singeing energy arcing through the air in a practically instantaneous manner, Bane’s devastation was relentless.

His diversity in his use of the Force lightning was fascinating as well.

In some instances he used it in short quick bursts to continuously barrage his adversaries and other times he gathered up his strength and power only to release a charge of thicker and even more vibrant strikes that would melt flesh and rip through solid rock.

Bane’s willpower was a powerful part of his being.

His devotion towards his master plans required concentration levels beyond comprehension. Bane was not one to receive many visions of the future yet he was still able to piece together the groundwork that would eventually see the Sith rule the Galaxy.

I think it’s important to give Darth Bane the credit that he deserves.

To be an unparalleled fear-inspiring force on the battlefield is one thing but the fact that he was also extremely intelligent is something completely else.

Bane was a hunter of Sith artifacts in his pursuit of knowledge. He knew that the texts and scriptures of those gifted in the Dark Side that came before him would allow him to further the Sith and fortify himself.

It was none other than Darth Bane who was able to effectively use the ancient Sith technique of Darth Andeddu’s, the Essence of Transfer.

Revealed in Andeddu’s Sith holocron, Bane took advantage of its teachings and carried out its powers.

Unfortunately, at the end of the final trilogy of the Bane series we are left with a bit of a cliffhanger…

As Bane and Zannah, his apprentice, go at it to see who will be the future of the Sith, Bane attempts to take over her body.

In what almost seems inconceivable Bane completes the transformation and casts out his apprentice’s soul to the void.

Yet this is where it ends. From what I have seen, there is no more information on if this really is the case or if Bane ever dies..

All  I know is Darth Bane is a total bad ass and is one of the true legends of all time within the Sith.

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #3

The 3rd character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Darth Sidious!

Darth Sidious Overall = 98

The very epitome of the Dark Side, Darth Sidious is just that.

The perfect mixture of absolute evil and ruthless efficiency, with a side of infinite brilliance is who the Dark Lord is.

There is no being ever…EVER, who has the mental wherewithal as well as the pristine work ethic combined with the sheer desire to be great as Darth Sidious.

The conniving Sidious was destined for greatness from day one.

As a child of a nobleman on Naboo, Sheev Palpatine grew up in a life of luxury.

Palpatine would eventually cross paths with the legendary Darth Plagueis who would take the young Sidious on as his own apprentice.

Fed up with the restraints that was his family, Palpatine brutally murdered his parents as well as his siblings.

You see, Sidious had an intense hunger. A shockingly potent blood thirst that would only end with his death, Sidious would wreak havoc on the Galaxy until the very end.

Darth Nihilus might have been donned the Lord of Hunger but I’d argue that the Dark Lord Darth Sidious would have been a more fitting choice.

When it comes to what you want in a Dark Side acolyte, Darth Sidious is everything and more.

He truly had it all from skill and talent, to decisive action and overwhelming ability.

One might argue…what didn’t he have?

Characteristics

• Supreme Darkness (Strength, 99/100)- With his ability to control absolutely everything in the Galaxy through sheer wit and mental jousting, authoritative dominance within the Force and the understanding of life itself, Sidious reigned supreme. He is the complete package when you break it down. With his way of having a say in every single factor in a confrontation, a meeting or just everyday life, his use of Dark Side is at the very precipice within the Force.
• “Vision” (Strength, 99/100)- The Sith Lord that so famously mocked Luke for his lack of vision as he tortured him to his “inevitable” death was blessed with the most capable and dynamic farshight throughout the history of Force-users. Even Yoda’s talent to look into the ever-changing future clouded up as a result of Sidious’ doing. It’s ironic that the Emperor saw visions of Vader bringing Luke before him and yet it ultimately would be his downfall…what a pity. Still, his powerful usage of the skill brought him to his lofty spot on top of the Galaxy.
• He Who is the Force (Strength, 99/100)- Darth Sidious wasn’t just a high and mighty Force-user, he was the Force-user. At the time of his death, he had practically mastered every facet of his repertoire within the Force. This included his devastating and go-to ability of his Force lightning. With an enormous amount of power and drive behind the crackling electric energy, the unrelenting barrage of blueish light was a certain death sentence. As stated above, he would use his Force lightning not only as an attack but even as a disciplinary measure. His total and utter control over this debilitating tactic is just one example of many on how dominant and deserving the Dark Lord is of being the top ranked Sith.
•  Intelligence (Strength, 99/100)- Look, this is as clear and blatant as I can be…Darth Sidious, the Emperor, Sheev Palpatine whatever you want to call him, is the most intelligent, sharpest individual and most understanding and witty being throughout Star Wars. The level of his reach permeated every single corner of the Galaxy. With his dark shadow of influence spread throughout, the fun part was all that remained for Sidious as he enjoyed the knowledge of practically everything. I guess that’s what you get when you learn under Plagueis…
• Overconfidence (Weakness), 90/100)- You might ask why would a trait designated as a weakness be rated so high? Well the very notion of Palpatine’s confidence is what got him to his position of power in the first place! It only failed him in the end…As Luke stated to the Emperor’s face, his overconfidence was most definitely his weakness but you know what? That’s about the man’s ONLY weakness!

Intangibles

• The Dark in the Light (Strength, 95/100)- From the guttural sounds to the harsh behavior, you can take one look at Sidious’ actions and behavior and immediately suspect the man to be a demon directly spawned from hell. Yet his intense combination of power, mind and position remained the physical calling card of Palpatine. To completely achieve a victory in a plot that ran throughout the very heart of the entire capital of the Republic is completely remarkable. He really was one of a kind.

Final Word

When you think of corruption, who comes to mind? What about total control over everything and everyone? And when you think of someone as a supernatural force? Yea that’s Sidious in a nutshell. His level of success throughout his time alive was miraculous, it was inspiring heck it was completely unheard of! The one individual who has very strikingly similar characteristics and qualities with Sidious is the one that is referred to as the Sith Emperor…Lord Vitiate, Lord Valkorian, whatever you want to call him, he and Palpatine’s roots run on similar paths. Of course the main difference between the two would have to be the longevity of the Sith Emperor’s and the lack there of with Sidious. Vitiate’s reign lasted thousands of years as to Sidious’ mere 23. In the end, you would have to believe that that would be Palpatine’s ultimate regret..the lack of immortality, a gift he greatly desired….

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #5

The 5th character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Revan!

Revan Overall = 97

The epitome of the Old Republic, Revan was a legend of his time.

As some characters are straight forward and easy to grasp, Revan is the complete opposite.

Known as one of the most gifted Force-users ever, Revan played both sides throughout his life.

Revan was dynamic wielding a lightsaber but his lethal understanding and vast knowledge of the Force provided him with enough firepower to eliminate anyone.

As the story goes, he fell to the Dark Side after being influenced by the Sith Emperor and then eventually redeemed himself only to be recaptured by the Sith and experience a schism of the mind leading to Darth Revan.

Not only was he one of the best on the battlefield but his legacy could be felt through generations.

The Jedi Master Satele Shan is a descendant of Revan himself.

In fact, some have wondered if Rey might have a possible connection to the storied Revan as well!

But who is Revan exactly? There’s much unknown about the character like what’s his real name for instance?

Oddly enough, no one knows his real name.

No matter what, one thing is for sure. The cloud of mystery surrounding one of the most prolific characters in Star Wars history only adds to his fabled reputation.

Characteristics

• Force Unleashed (Strength, 99/100)- When it comes to strength and potency in the Force, Revan is arguably the best. At the strongest point in his life, he was able to channel both the light and dark and use his own soul as a conductor. One of his more grotesque skills was the ability to mangle his enemy as he would literally crush his opponents organs. What’s interesting about Revan however is his lack of freestyle. What I mean by this is his powers were relatively simple! Revan had the talent to do literally anything he wanted but he was a practical man and referred to results rather than eccentric displays of his power, something Malak would have preferred. He was very keen on enhancing his physical limitations as he used the Force to augment his reflexes, strength, speed etc. Unfortunately, having the capability of simultaneously utilizing the Dark Side with the Light will have severely crippling consequences…I’ll touch on that in a little bit.
• Power Among Friends (Strength, 95/100)- Throughout Revan’s life, one thing he most certainly had was power. He always generated a massive following whether that was while he was on the side of the Jedi or within the darkness as a Sith. Many constantly gravitated to him because he gave off an aura of sheer strength of cataclysmic proportions. What’s more, he made people believers through his example. Cutting down, mutilating and just plain defeating his adversaries, with the Force as his ally Revan was the hammer to the Galaxy’s nail.
• Rebellion Leader (Strength, 94/100)- As the Jedi Order continued to sit out the ongoing Mandalorian Wars, it was Revan who took a stand. Leading what was known as the Revanchist movement, the Jedi forces spearheaded the war effort. Through these actions the legend was born as their leader officially took on the name Revan. As he and the squadron of fighters he controlled joined up with the Republic military, he was chosen as the Supreme Commander. Within the fighting the Jedi Knight discovered a mask of a Mandalorian that was killed in action. This mask would go on to be forever synonymous with triumph and pain as he would continue to wear it even with the Sith.
• Military Prowess (Strength, 97/100)- Throughout these power rankings I’ve made a point to mention all the great military leaders that had a strong effect on the battlefield. When it comes to Revan, he was at the top. Revan was the Supreme Commander during the Mandalorian Wars. His knowledge of warfare and Jedi experience molded his mind into the ultimate chess player when it came down to decisions. He was a statistical genius as he continuously crunched numbers in his head in attempts to sort through various strategies. As the Wars raged on, he grew more and more hardened as he would often try to put himself in his enemies shoes and look through their eyes to create a plan of attack. However, this ended up severely damaging Revan’s state of mind as he began to care very little of even his own men as he was willing to sacrifice everything for victory.
• Sponge of a Mind (Weakness, 60/100)- Revan’s mind was so advanced that he was so easily influenced. Always trying to find an edge, Revan was a staunch Jedi who was so intensely dedicated to the Order. Before each battle, Revan would stare at his reflection in a mirror while wearing his mask and recited the Jedi Code repeatedly until the words seemed to blur together. So how did he fall to the Sith? After stumbling upon Dromund Kaas and shown the Dark Side by the Sith Emperor, he was in trouble. Immediately, Revan saw opportunity, he saw potential and he saw promise. Revan’s biggest flaw was his tendency to take on whatever he felt gave him the immediate advantage in that specific moment. In the end of course, he’d fully endorse the Dark Side which never would have happened had he not been so experimental with his obsession of advancment. He always wanted to push himself to the next level, this most definitely played role in his devotion to the Sith.

Intangibles

• Hazardous Effects (Weakness,*)- When Revan was finally freed from the Sith Emperor’s clutches after hundreds of years, he tried creating a strategy to defeat the Empire. Unfortunately, he was killed before completion. This is where things get crazy…What happens when torture at the hands of the Emperor as well as embracing both spectrums of the Force finally take its toll? Schism! At Revan’s “death”, his mind splintered as half went on to become one with the Force leaving the remaining half alone. It was at this moment when Revan’s remaining conscience surrounded itself with the Dark Side. In the end immediately before his final death, Revan’s mind would form together one last time as the man was finally at peace.

Final Word

The significance of Revan is so staggering that it almost seems made up. He was a Republic soldier, a Master of the Jedi and the Sith, a disciple of pure darkness and a loved father and husband that’s bloodline would continue to dominate the Galaxy with it’s greatness. Revan’s legacy is so vast that even Darth Bane is directly influenced by him. As Bane was creating his Rule of Two philosophy, he just happened to stumble upon Revan’s Sith Holocron in which he used the teachings to develop his own thoughts towards what would be the Sith’s ultimate guideline. You see, Revan was unbelievably unique. You know who he so badly reminds me of? Anakin Skywalker. It’s very interesting because it almost seems as if Revan was the “chosen one” of the Old Republic. The parallels are definitely there. Revan’s time in existence has long-lasting affects throughout the Galaxy as we’re starting to see with Vader/Anakin in the new age of Star Wars, The Force Awakens. Nonetheless, Revan is easily one of the most powerful Force-users ever. Easily.

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #8

The 8th character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Darth Nihilus !

Darth Nihilus Overall = 96

While creating this list, one of the things that I’ve realized more than before is that the Old Republic era is absolutely filled with power hungry, manipulative gargantuan forces.

None more so than Darth Nihilus

Given the name Lord of Hunger, Nihilus was a unique individual.

Directly effected by Revan and Malak’s activation of the Mass Shadow Generator super weapon, Nihilus was on Malachor V at the time it was surrounded by the destructive spatial phenomenon known as the mass shadow.

It was through this experience that made Nihilus begin to crave Force energy.

He would go on to turn against his Master and consume her strength within the Force.

However, as his hunger grew, he was forced to use the Dark Side of the Force to combine his own lifeforce with his mask and armor.

Nihilus would go on to wreck entire planets as he would feed on the energy of Jedi, living beings and pretty much anything he desired as his hunger was insatiable.

Truly a terror, it would take two Jedi and Mandalore the Preserver to take him down.

But if you ever miss him, don’t worry too much…

After all, his soul can still be contacted where he is buried on Korriban!

Characteristics

• Hunger (Strength, 99/100)- Up to this point in the Sith Pacify Power Rankings, Nihilus’ power of consuming another Force-user’s energy is the most dominant ability. It’s pretty simple, he would beat you down and then take your power through the Force and add it on to his. Talk about being a bully!
• Offensive Minded (Strength, 96/100)- A key characteristic of Darth Nihilus was his style of combat. He always wanted to strike the first move. He was known to launch dynamic ambushes in attempts to eliminate the enemy and strip them completely dry of everything they owned and everything they ever knew. Darth Nihilus could really be a terrifying force. He used that fear to his advantage too as he would willingly search out with his feelings for power sources in which he would go on and consume the energy.
• Domination (Strength, 95/100)- Something you have to keep in mind when discussing Darth Nihilus is his pure domination of the Galaxy. Look, during his time, to say they were turbulent and tumultuous years is a gross understatement…You had a Jedi Purge going on, you had the Galaxy still feeling the effects of Revan and Malak’s power and you had an evil Force sensitive vacuum cleaner trying to devour everything it could!  Times were tough and when you saw that distinct and infamous white and red mask, it was game over.
• Insatiable Appetite (Weakness, 50/100)- As I said earlier, Darth Nihilus had an insatiable appetite…Is that a good thing? Nope. It was just a matter of time till he found himself on the wrong end of an ambush. What ended up happening that ultimately caused the Sith Lord’s downfall was his naivety. The Jedi would set up a trap in which they only had to wait Nihilus to spring it, and he eventually did which of course, was the end of that!

Intangibles

• Complete Package (Strength, 91/100)- When it came to Darth Nihilus’ abilities, they were exceptional. He wasn’t just a world-eating maniac that would be in trouble if he came face to face with someone his size, no. He was an all-around elite player in the Force. One who was devastatingly physical, voraciously tough and overwhelmingly dominant in practically every way. That is what you call well rounded.

Final Word

As the Sith Pacify Power Rankings continue on, I find myself getting into rare territory. Darth Nihilus is so powerful and so legendary, that he could easily be in the top 3. However, his weakness in his lack of self-control is what kept him away from that level. Nihilus was a terror that deserves all the recognition he receives. When people see that awesome mask of his, they know what they’re dealing with. In the end, it’s a good thing he was stopped. The depths of his hunger might have taken everyone and everything Star Wars related with it!

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #9

The 9th character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Darth Bane!

Darth Bane Overall = 95

Throughout Star Wars history, few are more important than Darth Bane.

The Dark Lord of the Sith would set up the infamous Rule of Two which would go on to forever be the formula for those of the dark.

A thousand years before the Clone Wars, the Jedi Order unleashed a devastating offensive that crippled the Sith.

The Jedi attack left every Sith dead…except one.

Darth Bane was the lone survivor and in his gift of life, he recognized a flaw in the system.

About as revolutionary as one could get, Bane decided to reorganize the Sith into a simple order of Master and Apprentice. No more no less.

It was he who came to the realization that in having no cap in the amount of Sith Lords running about, conflict would arise.

He understood that the Sith continued to fight for position within themselves and plot to overthrow each other rather than focusing on the Jedi.

As the Sith lineage condensed, Darth Bane granted the Sith a thousand years of secrecy and precious time to plot against their nemeses, the Jedi.

In the end, Bane was hunted down and defeated by the Jedi.

However, the Jedi believed the Sith died with Bane which of course we know, was not the case.

Characteristics

• A True Visionary (Strength, 98/100)-Darth Bane’s creation of the Rule of Two will forever go down as one of if not the most instrumental decisions ever made on behalf of the Sith. It was simply pure genius. The fact is, the Sith were getting way out of hand, they were extremely disorganized and were failing as a group to gain any ground at all against the Jedi. Although the move by Bane was a radical one for sure, it was completely necessary for the longevity of the Sith.
• Legacy (Strength, 96/100)- Darth Bane is immortal. Forget the physical, emotional, mental and spiritual states for a minute. He is immortal because every Sith from his time and on would forever forge on in the structure of his implementation. That takes true leadership, unfathomable command of the Dark Side and of course, sheer ingenuity.
• Orbalisk Armor (Strength, 95/100)- Darth Bane was one of the few beings who could ever withstand the immense responsibility and burden of the parasitic creatures. Basically what this suit of armor was made of small almost-invincible parasites that were sheathed in rock-like shells that were able to deflect almost anything including lightsabers. The creatures hung on to the host using thousands of teeth as they fed off the Dark Side of the Force within their host. This piece of armor that Bane used was incredibly powerful. It’s just another testament to Bane’s power.
• Can’t Escape the Inevitable (Weakness, 68/100)- Darth Bane was powerful indeed, but he could not escape the Jedi. To be fair, he wanted it to be just Master and Apprentice so of course the Jedi would have the upper hand. Bane knew he’d eventually be slayed but hoped to delay the act for as long as he could. Unfortunately, no amount of time would ever be long enough for him.

Intangibles

• Lightsaber (Strength, 94/100)- Darth Bane’s saber was so effective and powerful that it is said that it was virtually weightless. The sword was phenomenally crafted as it passed through many Sith Lord’s hands before it made its way to Bane.

Final Word

He might not be the strongest but Darth Bane is definitely one of the most critical. If this list were based purely off of legacy, achievements and contributions, Darth Bane would easily be in the top 3. His vision and desire for the Sith to persevere is top notch. Without his presence in the Sith, the Jedi would have been victorious in exterminating the Sith without difficulty. The thing is, the Sith have so much incredible, revolutionary thinkers and beings on their side that they always seem to motivate the Dark Side to evolve and to transform into something that is untraceable until it’s too late. But make no mistake about it, Darth Bane is about as influential in the Force as anyone before and after his time. The Sith are lucky he was on their side.

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #10

The 10th character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Darth Malgus!

Darth Malgus Overall = 95

Some villains are bad and some villains are evil.

Darth Malgus was one devilish man.

He was about as fierce and fiery of an individual as we’ve ever seen.

Standing at a whopping 7’2, Malgus was the absolute epitome of intimidating.

Known for his unrelenting thirst for power and greatness, Darth Malgus had all the makings of a legendary Force-user.

Besides the fact that he was an elite offensive fighter, he also is extraordinary in other ways as well.

Darth Malgus has perhaps the highest pain tolerance of almost any being on the Sith Pacify Power Rankings.

In a surprise attack on Alderaan, Malgus was grievously injured on multiple occasions.

At two different moments, the Sith Lord’s face was permanently scarred due to rockets and grenades that were unleashed upon him by Republic Special Forces.

But it wasn’t until he came face-to-face with his nemesis Satele Shan that he bore the brunt of his injuries.

Shan’s final attack that defeated Malgus seared the skin around his mouth and jaw bone as well as causing deep divots along the sides of his face.

The extent of his injuries ended up severely damaging his lungs as Malgus would have to wear a breathing apparatus for the rest of his life.

Malgus would ultimately get his revenge though as he would take down the Republic capital on Coruscant.

So how powerful is he?

Let’s find out.

Characteristics

• Pain Threshold (Strength, 98/100)- Can you imagine your face being subjected to not one but two cataclysmic explosions at point-blank range? And on top of that, being injured so badly that your lungs could no longer operate on their own!? Well that’s exactly what happened to Darth Malgus. But the kicker? He didn’t feel a thing. That’s right, the Sith Lord was so preoccupied with the emotional pain of defeat that he felt no pain in regard to his physical injuries. Talk about a monster!
• Power (Strength, 95/100)- Everything Darth Malgus did was intertwined with Dark Side power. From his stare to his slashes with a lightsaber, Malgus was filled with crackling pure electric energy. His strength was what set him apart from other Force-users. From a physical standpoint, you could make a legitimate argument that Darth Malgus was the strongest of all time.
• Will (Strength, 94/100)- Malgus’ dedication in seeing things through combined with his mental intensity created a recipe for annihilation. Arguably his best characteristic, Malgus’ strong personality blocked him from pain, fear and other emotions that would have ordinarily held him back. His willpower was so intense that Malgus often carried through with his own ambitions even if they conflicted with direct orders.
• Physicality (Strength, 95/100)- By now it’s easy to tell what kind of a warrior Malgus is. He’s a pure beast that would rather beat his enemy to a bloody pulp with anything available to him instead of taking prisoners. What makes him so powerful is his extremely overwhelming ability to crush anyone in his way. Malgus famously murdered his rival, Lord Adraas by choking the man. Only thing is, normally that would mean through the Force. Well, Malgus hated Adraas so deeply that he actually choked him with his bare hands…
• Military Tactician (Strength, 97/100)-Malgus was absolutely imposing in a battle but he was also a military genius. From retaking Korriban to the sacking of Coruscant. There’s a reason why his superiors continuously tabbed Malgus as the leader in these high stakes campaigns! His provato on the battlefield provided his compatriots with all the incentive and drive they needed to be victorious.
• Love (Weakness, 57/100)- Darth Malgus had a dark secret. For quite a long time, he actually had a lover in a Twi’lek slave girl named Eleena Daru whom he fought side by side with in multiple battles. Although he tried to keep his relationship with the girl secret, his rival Lord Adraas would eventually discover his bond with her and try to take advantage. In the end, Malgus kills Daru in an attempt to cut loose ends and to prevent anything from holding him back.

Intangibles

• Steely-Eyed Stare (Strength, 92/100)- It is said that no one could ever hold Darth Malgus’ stare for a long period of time. The sheer power of this guy seemingly emanated through his glare as if they were incendiary lasers. Through his awesome power of the Dark Side, Malgus was able to create such an intimidating reputation that was accentuated that much more just by his eyes alone!

Final Word

Few are like Darth Malgus. In a time where the Sith Empire was playing the game of “political grandstanding” to add more to its already massive amount of territory, Malgus would have none of it. In despising politics, the Dark Lord was a true Sith warrior. He preferred to kill, he loved to kill. Heck, when he was just a young boy he killed a Twi’lek servant on his father’s estate for no apparent reason! The man was a human wrecking ball that craved blood. The ferocity in his actions were so prevalent that he made a name for himself wherever he went. The merciless and punishing nature of Darth Malgus is why he is a top 10 Force-user.

-Sith Pacify out

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #13

The 13th character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Satele Shan!

Shatele Shan Overall = 92

Holding the rank of Grand Master of the Jedi Order and a direct descendant of Revan and Bastila Shan, Satele Shan was a powerful force that represented justice for the Galaxy during troubled times.

During her Jedi career, Satele Shan traveled from Korriban to Dromund Kaas, Alderaan to Tython all the while being a staple of good will on Coruscant.

As a key contributor in defeating the Empire on Alderaan during what would soon become known as the Cold War, Shan faced off against the villain who could be considered her nemesis, Darth Malgus.

Although she defeats Malgus on Alderaan, Malgus and the Empire would have the next victory as the capital world of Coruscant fell to a relentless barrage led by the Dark Lord.

Although Satele Shan had fantastic achievements throughout her life, she was not without controversy as she had a forbidden affair with a Republic trooper.

As a result, she would go on to give birth to their son Theron who would go on to be an important figure in the Jedi Order as well.

Shan would go on to fight and defeat the resurfaced and evil Revan as well as his Order of Revan alongside the Empire’s Darth Marr with their respected forces.

The Republic would eventually fall to the Eternal Empire which scattered the Jedi Order and therefore sent Satele Shan into a meditative exile.

Characteristics

• Dedication to the Light (Strength, 92/100)- Satele Shan was a shining light at at time when the Galaxy was repeatedly on edge. It was through her great devotion to the Force and the Jedi Order that many around the Galaxy were able to draw hope. Her level of perseverance and love was a driving force for the Order to keep the flames of faith always burning.
• Combat Readiness (Strength, 94/100)- She wasn’t the strongest Force-user and she wasn’t the best with a lightsaber. However, when you combine confidence, belief and desire with a very strong level of aptitude in all other skills, you’re left with a formidable concoction. Shan was always ready to engage her enemies and was never ambushed. A true testament to her always vigilant self, she almost always knew what was coming and how to combat it.
• Ways of the Force (Strength, 96/100)- Her most notable abilities was her propensity within the Force. Like I said, she wasn’t the strongest, but she’s right up there for sure! Whether it was blocking a sheer lightsaber strike with her Force-infused hands or firing a tunneling blast of pure Force energy, Satele Shan’s understanding and skills of the Force were absolutely elite.
• Attachments (Weakness, 61/100)- You know, Shan was lucky. She went against the Jedi code for attachments, had a son and was still able to achieve the highest level of respect within the Order as Grand Master! That’s enough to make Anakin Skywalker go mad! Nonetheless, her peers definitely perceived her presence within the Force as special which gave her the OK to move on. Still, you have to wonder. She was never really faced with an ultimatum of us or them but if her family and her duty came against one another, it has to make you wonder…It would most certainly complicate things.

Intangibles

• DNA of a True Leader (Strength, 95/100)- When you’re related to a legend like Revan, you know you’re something special. Satele Shan had the uncanny ability of leading by example and being a true rallying point when everyone needed it the most. Her abilities to unite were exemplary and the Galaxy would have most likely fallen apart into chaos and hell without the likes of Shan.

Final Word

To be honest, there’s not a whole lot of information on Satele Shan. There’s a couple books that I’ve read that give phenomenal insight into her character and there’s extensive material on her throughout video games. What we do know however is she was the youngest Grand Master within the Jedi Order and the brilliance of herself afforded the Republic to see many more years than without. It is definitely a bit unfortunate because the level of greatness that she commands is worthy of being within the top five of all Force-users. But still, she’s listed in a respectful position. I hope we get to see more of Satele Shan through Disney’s expansion of Star Wars in the coming years!

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: 16

The 16th character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Darth Malak!

Darth Malak Overall = 91

As a member of the Jedi Order and then a creature of the Dark Side, Malak had a complicated life.

As he rose through the Jedi ranks he would inevitably have his mind become contaminated by the Sith Emperor who would turn Malak to the Sith.

Unlike his good friend and longtime ally Darth Revan, who also had a similar path, Malak would never return from the Dark Side and eventually perish at the hands of Revan.

Throughout his life Malak demonstrated his power to eviscerate his foes and dominate those who opposed him at will.

Of course the classic flaws of a Sith Lord in underestimation and arrogance would greatly contribute to his fall from grace and his death.

Characteristics

• Force Abilities (Strength, 96/100)- It was well documented that Malak was extremely deadly and dynamic in his utilization of the Force. His vast powers ranged from allowing his concentration to splinter out and Force choke multiple victims at once while still engaging in lightsaber battles, to allowing the Force to absorb his pain and injuries in order to keep him majorly unscathed. But his abilities don’t end there. Malak’s talent to allow himself to be consumed by the Dark Side granted him powers like creating whirlwinds of Force energy to encircle his victims as well as create stasis fields within the Force to freeze his enemies in place. Possibly his most underrated capabilities were his prowess in limiting the effectiveness and potency of adversaries in battle. You think that’s impressive? Well we’re just getting started.
• Force Augmentation (Strength, 95/100)-What Force-users get out of the Force is a testament to how deep their abilities are. With Malak, he can do absolutely remarkable things. His use of augmenting his already incredibly strong power was legendary. His proficiency in increasing his speed made him close to invincible. In terms of augmentation, Malak didn’t stop there. He was also known to amplify his screams which created intense shock waves that rippled through the Force causing fear and confusion. Another useful tool on the battlefield.
• Physicality (Strength, 94/100)- Malak was an imposing figure standing at two meters in height. His muscular frame allowed him to unleash hell on anyone standing in the Sith Lord’s way. From violent and vicious lightsaber slashes to his ability to jump at extreme distances, Malak was an absolute bone-crushing force.
• Visionary (Strength, 86/100)- As Malak saw himself falling to the Dark Side during the Mandalorian Wars, instead of trying to escape its dark clutches he saw no other way to avoid it and thus embraced it. His way of thinking was revolutionary as he lived through a time in the Galaxy where many beings including the Jedi were very stubborn and set in their ways.
• Stubborn (Weakness, 79/100)- Malak was spewing with confidence and believed in himself to a fault. As he fell to the Dark Side, he was unable to see past his shortsightedness and thus paid the ultimate price at the hands of Revan. Unlike Revan, who did snap out of the Dark Side trance, Malak remained in the shadows until the very end when he lay dying from wounds inflicted by a redeemed Revan. Malak took this time to let go of his hate and anger and thought of what life would have been like had he not turned to the Dark Side or if he even had the ability to leave the Dark and re-enter the light, as Revan did. Malak died with regret over his actions but without any ill will towards his former friend. Unfortunately for Malak his revelation had a costly price, his life.
• Genocidal Maniac (Weakness, 48/100)- As Malak grew stronger within the Dark Side of the Force, he continued to decimate the Galaxy. As he plunged the universe into a deeper slide of tumultuous turmoil, Malak performed atrocities that rival any Force-user to date. From annihilating entire planets to mutilating those whom he chose, Malak continued to build up a rather lengthy list of enemies which had his former friend who he presumed was dead at the top of the list, Revan.

Intangibles

• Dark Rage (Strength, 98/100)- When it came to Sith sorcery, Darth Malak was a natural.  In addition to his already augmented abilities, Malak just pushed the bar even further and continued to wreak havoc. He was able to manipulate the Force to tap into his innermost fears, pain, and hate and convert them into intense anger, which could be channeled to increase his speed, strength, and ferocity. Another known power of his was the strength to feel out the life force of another being and drain it to fuel his own flame. Malak also was proficient in Force lightning.
• Ideals (Strength/Weakness, *)-After ending the conflict with the Mandalorians, Malak knew his trust to keep the Galaxy at peace was only in capable hands with those he fought side by side with. At this moment, Malak believed that he finally understood the Dark Side as he thought it was named from the ignorance of never having killed and of never having to order friends to their deaths. Malak also believed the dark side was named from the ignorance of not experiencing the perpetual belief that every day would be one’s last day—all for cowards unwilling to fight for their own survival. I think this thought process opened him up to arrogance as he seemed to suppress any qualities of his that even slightly resembled these remarks.

Final Word

When studying a being like Darth Malak, there’s so much to look at that you’re afraid you’re going to overlook something. From a fighting standpoint, the guy has an absolute arsenal of Force powers to deal with. I don’t know if there’s anyone at all who has a more impressive amount of tools to work with when entering a conflict. Malak is so unorthodox and that’s what makes him so infamous. There’s no denying that Malak’s life started very promising as he began a life of servitude as a member of the Jedi Order. As a Jedi, many of his fellow compatriots identified Malak as a distinguished leader who displayed  fierce courage and relentless fury at the forefront of every battle as the key to the victory.But things began to go South for him. I think Malak was very impressionable and that was where he first went wrong. I believe because of the brutal reasons why he came to Coruscant (persecution and death), he always had a chip on his shoulder and secretly wanted revenge. As I said earlier, the most fascinating aspect of Darth Malak is he confessed his regret just moments before he died and stated that he made the wrong choice in turning to the Dark Side. It’s about as rare of a statement you can find in Star Wars as the Dark Side fully consumes your entire being, including your soul. In the end, Malak was a raging bull that was unleashed onto the Galaxy that could only be tamed by Revan. A powerful foe only to be brutally bested by another combatant, justice was served.

-Sith Pacify out