From Ajunta Pal to Darth Bane, a journey through the Star Wars mythos told by the original and famous Sith.
Every legend has an origin and in the Star Wars universe, the Sith Lords are no exception. These iconic antagonists, the Red Lanterns and their extravagant ambitions, are deeply rooted in galactic lore. But have you ever wondered who are the pioneers of this terrible system? Well, let’s travel back in time to the pages of comics to find out.
If you consider yourself a Star Wars fan, you know Darth Vader and Darth Sidious. But what about those who walked the dark side of the Force before them? Yes, we are talking about famous characters like Ajunta Pal, Marka Ranos or Darth Bane. These have shaped this great universe in mythic and official continuity.
Ajunta Pal, the first big step
Did you know that Ajunta Pal was not the first sith? Just like you read it. This former Jedi arrives on Korriban, home of the original species of the Sith (the red-skinned aliens) and duly defeats them for the title of Dark Lord of the Sith. His story is crucial to understanding the birth of the Order, especially in the Jedi comic series.
The posthumous continuation of Marka Ragnos
This Sith-human hybrid had the unique trait of continuing to influence the galaxy long after his death. And thanks to his ability to return as a Force Spirit, Exar Kun crowned him as the new Dark Lord in order to spark the resurrection of the Sith Empire of yesteryear.
Naga Sadow: Star Alchemist
This successor of Ragnos was not only ambitious but also a brilliant alchemist. He led the Sith Empire in the Great Hyperspace War against the Republic and survived for 600 years in suspended animation.
Ludo Kressh: The defeated conservative
Unlike Sadow, Crash wanted to preserve the Sith status and was an important character in the Jedi comic series. He lost his battle for the throne against Sadow, but the ideology left its mark on the history of the Order.
Fridon Nad: Apprentice who passed his master
Originally a Jedi prodigy, Nad succumbed to the temptation of the dark side and killed his master, Naga Sadow. His hunger for knowledge led him to investigate ancient Sith secrets that would prove valuable to future galactic villains.
Exar Kun: Power and arrogance in equal measure
This ex-Jedi became an apprentice of Freedon Nad and then the fallen Jedi Ullik, the keel-droma master. He was famous for creating double-bladed lightsabers and for his extreme arrogance, making him one of the fan favorite villains in Jedi.
Darth Bane: Architect of Sith Modernization
This character introduced the rule of two in modern dark side ideology. In other words, there doesn’t always have to be a master and an apprentice, any more. Bane is the bridge between the most ancient ideas and the most modern we know today, and his legacy is important in the history of this galaxy far, far away.
These legendary characters have captivated fans for decades and left an indelible mark on a galaxy far, far away. And who knows? Perhaps future installments of the saga will give us more memorable characters. What’s more, the possibilities are endless as the Star Wars universe continues to expand through series, movies, and comics. Stay tuned, the force has more to reveal.