Star Wars to ABC in Primetime!?

This past week, ABC President Channing Dungey made waves in the Galaxy as she responded to a question at the Television Critics Association on whether she’d want a Star Wars primetime show.

She responded with…

“Oh, as a fan, I would absolutely love to say yes, the conversations with Lucas, we have had conversations with them and will continue to have conversations with them. I think it would be wonderful if we could find a way to extend that brand into our programming.”

So what does this mean for Star Wars? Well two things come to mind.

1. The growth of Star Wars.
2. Too big too soon?

Star Wars has never been bigger. Whether you tribute it to the boost of life Disney gave the franchise after acquiring it in 2012 or just the “can’t get enough” appetite of millennials everywhere, (just kidding) Star Wars is MASSIVE.

It seems that no matter what is being thrown out there, fans are devouring it and demanding more.

The Force Awakens was easy proof of that. With the film being the fastest movie to ever gross $1 billion and the biggest worldwide opening weekend and single weekend ever, it’s clear the love for Star Wars is tremendous.

It’s interesting though…Star Wars first started in the 70’s and now more than four decades later it’s at its height of popularity.

The unique nature of Star Wars is that the layoff from episodes VI to I spanned 16 years. Instead of the fan base cooling and dissipating, it only grew in numbers and passion as the world needed more.

As new information is revealed on what the details of a new Star Wars show could entail, it’s only obvious that a live action type of deal will be the format.

With their already being Star Wars Rebels out and other smaller Star Wars shows, it’s time for a real program to be made.

That brings me to my next point…

With all this talk of a new primetime Star Wars show possibly becoming a reality, is there any truth to potential oversaturation?

If you think about it? There very well could be something to be said by all that.

With Star Wars releasing TFA in December 2015, Rogue One due to be released in four months and Episode VIII coming to the big screens in December 2017, is it a bit too much to add a primetime show?

I’m no expert in market vulnerability and entertainment supply and demand trends but I would normally think…yes! It sounds way too much!

With people getting this thrown at them this way, that coming in from over there and that thing blindsiding its way over…it sounds way too much!

BUT

This is Star Wars we’re talking about.

One of the biggest franchise’s the world has ever seen. Not only is the popularity obviously there but the minds behind the magic are the best in the business.

Disney knows what they’re doing and if they feel like they can take on a major role for Star Wars with a primetime audience? Go for it!

To be honest, I think this is a phenomenon that all major franchises will follow in the future.

Disney through Star Wars is setting the standard on how you deal with an established fan base and grow it tenfold.

Everything has been operated perfectly. Nothing is surprising to me anymore when it comes to Star Wars taking on new ventures. It’s obvious this is the time to cultivate the future foundation for the franchise and Disney is taking full advantage.

I think a primetime show would be a thing of pure visual beauty.

But until it’s offical, I’d rather not get my hopes up!

Certainly seems like we’re heading in the right direction though…

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Never Ending Disappointment of Star Wars Battlefront

Eight months ago we finally received a new Star Wars Battlefront game. The anticipation was just about as intense as I have seen when it comes to new video games.

I can remember other big video game releases in which it seemed like everyone was beyond excited for its eventual arrival.

Unfortunately, when the game dropped the enthusiasm would inevitably follow as over time more of us began to realize how disappointing the gameplay was.

As it has been mentioned a million times Battlefront is a carbon copy of Battlefield.

The lives of the characters are expendable, there’s no real strategy to playing and luck seems to be more valuable than skill.

What’s even more maddening is I believe Battlefield games are 10x better than Battlefront!

The fact that the environment is in play as in some buildings and other materials are capable of being leveled is fantastic.

In the world of Star Wars Battlefront, you shoot a powerful rocket launcher at small crates and nothing happens besides a small little black mark.

In Battlefield you get the fantastic option of customizing your weapon’s add-ons to increase its power. In Battlefront whatcha got is what ya got…

Not to mention the fact that Battlefront was released with four maps!

To be fair, the expansion packs have been very entertaining and interesting to say the least but you know what? You had to dish out some serious dough for that! Not cool!

Just look at this graphic as this version of Battlefront is compared with the old one…

How ridiculous and offensive is that? The obnoxiousness is endless!

Maybe one of my biggest gripes with Battlefront is the fact that there are so many useless game modes.

The way I see it, if it’s not supremacy, sabotage, occasional walker assault and once in a blue moon fighter squadron, it’s not worth playing.

It’s also pretty clear that the original blueprints for Battlefront as in games one and two that were released in ’05 and ’06 were consulted for about 10 minutes…

What irks me too is the changing of the way bases are captured.

In the old days of Battlefront, the game would start and you could immediately go after your opponent’s main base. Not only was it more difficult and took longer to convert to one of your own but if you did complete the task of taking the base, you would have a serious advantage.

This game gives you one option: one base at a time…

Awful. God awful.

The creativity, the strategy and the free-flowing play all went out the window.

This version of Star Wars Battlefront has about only one advantage on the old ones and that’s graphics and sounds.

There’s no denying the stunning aesthetics of this game. The colors are vibrant, the explosions are epic and the sounds throughout the game are very impressive.

But besides that, I honestly can’t think of much more they got right.

Okay maybe the additions of new hero and villain characters such as Dengar, Nien Nunb, Greedo and Lando are awesome, I won’t deny that.

But man, DICE really dropped the ball on this one.

As the DLC continues to be released, I find myself constantly thinking “will they just change the game to the old one already?”

I know I’m slightly ranting here but I also find it mind-numbing that the old school classic look of the scoring bar was taken out completely.

It was so simple yet so effective and perfect. The system now with just bases and time is played out.

I also think some of the Hutt contracts are useless and too difficult to get.

The quest you must endure to unlock some of these items are painstakingly annoying!

I just want to unlock new guns and use them in the heat of battle, not randomly throw smoke grenades or kill an enemy as I’m standing in this specific area or something.

It takes away from the overall idea of you’re playing the video game for fun and not a contest to win.

What separated the new and the old Battlefront games in my eyes however is the fact that one had a form of a story mode or a player vs computer ability as the newer one had an extremely repetitive and boring survival mode.

The recently added game mode of skirmish is severely lacking. It seems that even when DICE goes to fix its problems they still can’t get things right.

For example, I played skirmish walker assault last night and you know what happened? I got the hero icon right away and played as Nien Nunb…I ended up surviving the entire game and going 189 and 0…

You might say that sounds fun and maybe it was at first but you know what? It was pathetically boring.

I guess what I’m trying to say is Battlefront I and II were 10/10 games for me and so many others. This new Battlefront, even with the updates is so weak and seems to stay on the same level of disappointing.

It’s way too one dimensional as it’s lacking so much material that was there over 10 years ago!

They could have simply taken the old game, upgraded the graphics and added some characters and boom! All would be good.

Another crazy mishap that Battlefront boasts is the restrictions of having original trilogy-based characters only…

Now I understand that supposedly DICE was not granted permission to use Episode VII characters but what happened to the prequel heroes and villains!?

It’s well documented that many Star Wars fans took exception to Episodes I-III (which is crazy in itself) but the characters in those movies are epic and deserve to be everywhere.

From Darth Maul and General Grievous to Plo Koon and Mace Windu, it’s painful to not see them in this game.

Just spoof up the graphics and let the awesomeness commence!

As for now, I guess we’ll just have to settle for what we’ve got: a mediocre moneymaker that has the title of “Star Wars” on it.

I’ve always been an eternal optimist but in this case it’s pretty difficult.

Here’s to better games in the future! Please!

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #1

The 1st and top character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Anakin Skywalker!

Anakin Skywalker Overall = 99

For this case, I consider this version of Anakin Skywalker to be the man before he donned the suit. 

He is the chosen one, he is what the prophecy speaks of, he is the greatest.

From the very first time Anakin Skywalker was introduced to us, we knew he was beyond special.

With the highest midi-chlorian count ever recorded in a force-user, Skywalker had the necessary foundation to launch himself to supreme dominance of cataclysmic proportions.

With fluidity and poise matched with never ending potential, Anakin was a light that was brighter than any other.

Yet with all his prowess, he was constantly tormented with relentless demons.

At the center of perfect irony, Skywalker was forced to make difficult choices. Choices that he would always regret.

From leaving his mother behind on Tatooine to struggling with his connection to Padmé as well as his undying quest to prove himself, Anakin Skywalker’s life would continue the trend of ups and downs.

But with all his pain he continued to progress in his abilities.

Day after day, week after week, Anakin’s command of the Force paired with his athleticism was truly eye opening.

Unfortunately for Anakin because of his lacky of humility and eccentric personality, his progress was met with cautious apprehension amongst his peers.

Always looking to be appreciated and loved Anakin inevitably fell in with the wrong crowd.

Of course it’s easy for us to say, considering Palpatine came across as nothing but a genuinely sweet and caring elderly man, he would inevitably be the final nail in the coffin that would be Anakin Skywalker and the birth of Darth Vader.

Characteristics

• Athletic Ability (Strength, 100/100)- Perhaps only rivaled by his own son, no one could reach the heights of Anakin when it came to the feats that his body was capable of. Lean muscle absolutely pulsating with tremendous ability, strength, speed and power were all powerful tools that the young man was able to call upon. Even at such a young age he was keeping pace with legendary, grizzled Jedi veterans with little to no effort. The skill set of Anakin’s wasn’t unique, it was his age with his skill set that made him unique. It just goes to show, the talented Anakin Skywalker was one of a kind.
• Force Unleashed (Strength, 100/100)- Characters like Yoda or the Emperor might have had more discipline or knowledge of the Force but it’s those like Anakin who are the most unpredictable and deadly. You know how some people have different levels of how hard they are battling? As in they’re about to “go into an extra gear”? Well Skywalker had no ceilings or limitations. Even when he didn’t know exactly what he was doing, he could still call upon the Force and unleash hell on anything that stood in his path to what he desired. 
• Art of the lightsaber (Strength, 100/100)- As if the very weapon was an extension of himself, Anakin’s mastery of a lightsaber is the epitome of impressive. His dazzling performances on the battlefields of the Clone Wars made the bloody conflict look almost like a performance of a musical presentation. The flowing light of the weapon, the gracefulness mixed with violent hammering was a thing of beauty. Also, because he was so physically gifted, he could truly call upon any form and dominate. That’s pretty rare, but when you find out it’s Anakin Skywalker who owns that ability, it’s almost expected.   
• Gift of Influence (Strength, 98/100)- Skywalker had the ability that allowed everyone around him to rise to the occasion. In the thick of battle Anakin just made those around him better. Through his energy and constant heart, his allies would subconsciously put in the extra effort and turn the dynamic of the team around from an already force to be reckoned with to an unstoppable wave. That’s what the great ones do, they allow those around them to grow and make no mistake, Anakin is the greatest.
•  Emotional Ties (Weakness, 0/100)- As if it was a terminal illness, Anakin was the epitome of an emotional being. As I stated earlier, the losses of his mother, his embattled relationship between Padmé and the Jedi as well as his friendship with the Supreme Chancellor would eventually be his undoing. There was no escaping it. The moment young Skywalker, looking disheveled as ever, walked away from his mother on his home planet of Tatooine, a ticking time bomb initiated. His relentless search for love, belonging and appreciation would prove to be too much in the end as he would ultimately be consumed by his thirst for power and practically self destruct. 
• Youth and Ignorance (Weakness, 15/100)- To understand this weakness in Anakin’s character you have to look at him as a whole. He was a young teenager who was thrown into a position of real power and importance as he entered the Clone Wars. Never lacking confidence Anakin did his best and tried his hardest to always succeed. Of course someone as young as he was was bound to eventually fail. Now when this failure arrived, Anakin did not have the mental maturity to look at it as natural and inevitable. Instead he pushed himself to never fail, never lose and never be anything but the best. The effect this mindset had on Skywalker was devastating. Because Anakin knew and understood how exceptional he was, he was no stranger to insubordination. In fact, the young Jedi was often at odds with his superiors or just authority in general. Never able to appreciate his greatness as well as failing to follow simple orders, this was a recipe for disaster. 

Intangibles

• Rage (Strength/Weakness, 95/100)- Even though Anakin belonged to the Jedi, he always belonged more to his own ideals than anything else. Emotion or more specifically anger and hatred is something that is obviously frowned upon within the Order. But with Anakin, when pushed past his limits he would fully give in to his feelings and emotions and he would emerge as a fire-spitting, hate engulfed man hellbent on destroying anything in his way. We saw it when his mother was discovered and dies in his arms, we saw it when he returns to the temple after Order 66 initiates and we see it during his fateful bout with his longtime friend and former Master, Kenobi. The thing is, when Anakin would go into his rage mode, he lost touch with his Jedi side and almost became a rogue symbol of the Force itself. Although it gave him great power and extended his already amazing abilities tenfold, the overconfidence it instilled in him as well as the distorting of his reality might have turned this attribute into a weakness rather than a strength.

Final Word

At long last, the Sith Pacify Power Rankings are complete! To be honest, from the very beginning I had Anakin Skywalker locked in to the number 1 spot. Although I toyed with the idea of having Luke, Yoda and the Emperor at the top, Anakin was the final victor. I look at Anakin Skywalker and see two parts. I see someone who was so immensely powerful. Someone who could have gone on to be a Grand Master of the Jedi Order and not only have gone on to do great things for the Jedi but create a real sense of inclusiveness within the Galaxy. I could see him opening up relations between Force-users and everyday people. Skywalker could have bridged the gap between curious and fear-filled citizens to younglings and Jedi Masters. This would have been tremendous and could very possibly have guaranteed the public’s support for the Jedi and thus making them an all-time stalwart in society. The second part that I see when I look at Anakin is shameful disappointment. He was the most gifted Force-user ever, he was the most athletically inclined Force-user and he was incredibly intelligent! However, with all those abilities, he achieved very little. His record in battle was fantastic and he was of course known as this guy who was one of the best but raw. Yet, so little of his achievements were actually recognized mostly due to the fact that he was in his early 20’s when he left the Jedi Order. With Anakin you get the ultimate tale of irony. Someone who craved attention, who wanted to be loved and respected and when he finally gets what he’s always wanted, he cracks. If there’s one short line you should think of when Anakin Skywalker’s legacy is at hand it’s this: “Oh what could have been.”

-Sith Pacify out

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings: #2

The 2nd character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Luke Skywalker!

Luke Skywalker Overall = 99

Unbeknownst to the world, a human on the deserted landscapes of the Tatooine wastelands grew a boy who would change the Galaxy forever.

From farmhand to the most powerful person alive, the legend of Luke Skywalker is as illustrious as it is unlikely.

Originally thought to be a nobody, young Luke took a leap of faith and soon discovered his true identity. He was a Jedi like his father before him.

The sheer talent that surged through Skywalker’s veins was just begging to be released, yearning for an opportunity.

At the Battle of Yavin, he received that chance…

As a young and inexperienced pilot, he faced off against the Death Star with so much on the line.

The result of failure meant the vaunted Rebellion, the very force that he looked up to so dearly would be completely exterminated.

It was kill or be killed and he was up against the biggest mechanical monstrosity that eyes had ever seen.

A gargantuan task  for anyone, the young boy obliterated the battle station and saved the day.

In doing so he took that next step. A step into the shadow of his father’s brilliance. A place he would have never known existed unless his very own father had not told him himself.

As the years followed, he continuously notched more and more unfathomable victories underneath his belt.

Establishing himself as an elite military general, completing his training as a Jedi and then eventually defeating the egomaniacal tyrant of the land in the Emperor.

Throughout his time in the spotlight, one thing Luke continued to resemble was a pillar of the finest light.

Definitively turning away from the beckoning calls of the Dark Side, silencing the infamous Emperor’s attempts to convert the Jedi to a Sith, he remained true to himself and true to everything he stood for.

Skywalker represented everything that was right about existence. A symbol of untouchable purity that could never be tainted.

To his very core, Luke Skywalker was a Jedi, he was one of the good guys, he was the very meaning of hope.

In a time of eternal darkness, Luke was a rallying call.

As the oppressive regime of the Empire continued to mangle the innocence, Luke became someone for people to believe in.

He became someone who people could follow into the depths of hell and as long as they stayed close to his side, avoid the scorching of devilish fire and brimstone.

The best of the very best are like magnets, they attract those around them.

Luke wasn’t just a magnet, he was the very essence that made the magnet, he was the truth.

Characteristics

• Pure of Heart (Strength, 100/100)- Throughout Star Wars, you would be hard-pressed to find anyone at all who had better character than Luke. Always trying to do the right thing, never cutting corners and always following things through, Luke was a living and breathing example of how things should be done. But why is this relevant? It’s important because through his inner purity and never-dying chivalry, Luke’s connection to the Force remained uncapped. The ability to reach deeper and climb level after level was always available. There was no limit to his potential and at the very root of it was his way of life. 
• Power (Strength, 100/100)- There is a reason why someone as powerful as the Emperor was so hellbent on recruiting Luke to his side. Absolutely teeming with limitless strength, Luke became a desirable target for good and bad intentions. Only one person alive had ever seen such ability, but that’s for another time…Skywalker was a man in rarefied air. Through his connection with the Force, with his unstoppable physical capabilities and his exuberant youth, Luke Skwyalker was the complete package.
• Level of Diversity (Strength, 95/100)- Luke was so skilled that anything he did, he was the best. From using the Force to piloting, Skywalker was the very pinnacle of diversification. It’s worth noting that it took Luke a while to get adjusted to using a lightsaber. In that time that he was unsure of the weapon, he crafted his marksmanship and all-around skill with a blaster. Now I know Force-users have the upper hand when it comes to reflexes and ability in situations like these but something has to be said for someone who started using a lightsaber so late in life and who then masters the weapon of the Jedi. It takes talent to be the best at something but when you get someone who is at the top in multiple categories? Now that’s just special.
• Art of the Lightsaber (Strength, 97/100)- As I just said, Luke was a complete artist with the Jedi weapon. The whirling and dazzling beam of the weapon quickly became second-nature to Luke as he adapted surprisingly quick and became deadly. It was through intense sessions and his laborious work ethic that he was able to truly master the weapon and turn himself into one of the top swordsmen the Galaxy has seen.
• Soft Spot (Weakness, 61/100)- Physically, Luke is flawless. Spiritually, it took him some time to get used to the Force but he figured it out and he now allows its waves of embrace to flow over him. But now emotionally and mentally, Luke has some issues. Whether it was the loss of Ben Kenobi that caused Luke to throw caution to the wind, the obsession of trying to bring his father back to the light that nearly cost him his life or his attempts to remake a Jedi Order that went painfully wrong as his nephew went berserk and demolished all that Luke fought so hard to build. Luke no doubt has some emotional attachments that he has had repeated trouble with. In Episode VIII, I hope he’s more careful or else…

Intangibles

• Bloodline (Strength, 100/100)- At the very heart of the most Force sensitive family, Luke Skywalker is the very essence of the Skywalker family tree. With his father being so powerful and in-tune with the Force, it’s no wonder Luke is so dynamically dominant. The way this normally works is anyone who has Skywalker DNA even if it’s the tiniest smidgen they’re strong. But to be the very heart and soul of the entire line? Well, it just doesn’t get any better!

Final Word

As I first began to pencil in characters where I believed they belonged in my idea of a Force-user power rankings structure, Luke was a no-brainer. He was placed in the top three almost immediately. Although I wasn’t sure however if he should be the top man or the number three guy. After giving it some thought, I realized that Luke is who people think of when someone says “Star Wars”. He is the very definition of a hero, the light that shines the brightest and the one who makes everything fit together. He is one of the most strongest and potent Force-users ever as well as the one who has the most defined and meaningful legacies. When I look at Luke, the characteristic that impresses me the most is his ability to handle pressure. He seems to never be rattled and always be under wraps with what he wants to do with himself. His discipline is so unique for someone who has as much ability as he does. In the end, Luke Skywalker’s work ethic and beliefs of justice as well as his family’s genes granted him a deep connection within the Force which allowed him to possess untapped power. He is undoubtedly one of the greats, that’s why he is the number two Force-user on my power rankings.

-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: #7

The 7th character for the Official Sith Pacify Power Rankings is…Darth Vader!

Darth Vader Overall = 96

Possibly the most recognizable character of all time in movies, Darth Vader is as menacing as he is evil.

Encased in his metallic black suit, a storm forever rages on.

Brought into this world through betrayal, hatred and greed, Darth Vader is a being hellbent on death and destruction.

Though his abilities as Anakin Skywalker were severely limited after his transformation, the man was so talented and powerful that he completely remade his entire combat style

To understand the full power of Vader’s, you first must realize what he has become.

For starters, only one of his four limbs are flesh, his entire body is brutally devastated via burns and his mind has been chewed up and spit out.

With that being said, how is he the 7th most powerful Force-user in all of Star Wars!?

To answer this you must recognize the mental acuity that is within Darth Vader.

Next and maybe the quintessential piece, Anakin Skywalker was the Force.

Although Vader’s physical prowess has been permanently damaged, his control of the Force remains vigorously intense.

Lastly, throughout everything that is Star Wars no individual has ever been more driven, more resolute in his actions and more revenge-driven than Lord Vader.

So what’s the final outcome?

Let’s take a look.

Characteristics

• Mindset (Strength, 96/100)- The Dark Lord of the Sith’s discipline is so legendary that annihilates any task he ever puts his mind to. The Force is a stale frigid wind that submerses itself within his very soul. Possibly only contained within his suit, Darth Vader will accomplish any goal he desires, any action he feels necessary and any point he seeks to prove. Some people say they have a chip on their shoulder well when it comes to Vader? Yea he has an entire mountain on his…
• Skill Set (Strength, 97/100)- As Anakin, he was blessed with the best of the best abilities, reflexes and attributes. After losing practically his entire body, his emotional state of mind and his style of warfare no longer possible, Vader had no choice but to change things up. A testament to his will and sheer power, the Sith Lord completely evolved his game into a totally different style. One that included power instead of maneuverability, patience instead of spontaneity and tenacious hate instead of fluidity. The conquering of change is already impressive but the pure dominance that Vader achieved even after his near entanglement with death is nothing short of miraculous. Darth Vader is one hell of a badass.
• Command of the Force (Strength, 97/100)- As time went on, Darth Vader came to the understanding that he was no longer able to move freely or capable of such fantastic physical feats that only Anakin Skywalker could claim. This absence within him drove him to delve deeper into his pursuit of the Dark Side. When he finally came up to take a breath of air, he was a masterful wielder of it all. Really, he was able to command the Dark Side so skillfully that he made it into that of an art. His go-to move in the Force choke became so synonymous with himself that individuals would begin clawing at their own throats even before he put up a finger! Fear, the very stench of it gave Vader exhilarating happiness.
• Commander in Chief (Strength, 96/100)- Virtually in charge of the entire Galaxy, Darth Vader was the face of order in the Empire. It is true that the Emperor Palpatine was the head honcho but as the enforcer, Vader abused the title to no end. What adds to his already astonishing prowess, Darth Vader was in total command of the entire Imperial fleet. Not only could he destroy an entire enemy force himself, but he controlled the latest state of the art weaponry that was the mighty Empire. A masterful leader on the battlefield, Lord Vader was elite in the business of direction and giving out orders to ensure victory.
• Art of the Lightsaber (Strength, 98/100)- When Darth Vader ignited that flaming red beam of death, pain and mutilation were only moments away. As a person who cared not for anything but himself, Vader would absolutely butcher all that got in his way. Whether that means a child or a pregnant woman, it mattered little to the man in the black. But the way he handled a lightsaber is truly unique. Many have been as dynamic as him but the way he was able to skillfully move his blade is what sets him apart. The Jedi teach that the lightsaber is just an extension of oneself. Well as a Sith Lord, Darth Vader fully bought into that idea which blended hate with discipline and thus made him that much more of an efficient killing machine.
• Limitations of the Suit (Weakness, 20/100)- Up to this point, this characteristic is the most vitally weak attribute to any character. But is it justified? You bet it is. It’s extremely ironic that one who regards himself as an invincible force of nature is actually as vulnerable and fragile as a young child. It’s as simple as this: Darth Vader’s breathing apparatus is his life. His lungs are shriveled and charred. They no longer have the ability on their own to carry the vital oxygen themselves. If his suit is damaged in any way, the situation would turn extremely dire.

Intangibles

• Top Gun (Strength, 95/100)- Not only can Vader fight, command troops and instill fear, but he’s also the very best fighter pilot…ever! No one is as dynamic in a cockpit as Vader is, no one. Like Anakin Skywalker before him, Darth Vader was fully able to submerse himself into the Force and allow his instincts to fully take over. Why is it so difficult to shoot him down? He’s so familiar with space and his knowledge of warfare is so precise that he can calculate the attempts of his adversaries before they even know what to do! It’s true. The Force is without a doubt his number one ally, but his understanding of battle scenarios is so intricate that he knows what’s coming. All in all, he’s deadly on the ground and lethal in the air.

Final Word

Why is Vader so important? What is his legacy? To put it as simply as I can, Darth Vader is Star Wars. The first time he appears in the movies, he has an aura of ghoulish malevolence.

 

 

 

 

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: #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