Max’s new series promises to delve into the larger plot of Dune with a third installment set 10,000 years before the first installment.
In a universe where the sands of time seem to move as fast as the dunes of the Arrakis desert, Dune: The Prophecy emerges as a catalyst that can shape the epic narratives of the future. This new series, created by visionary Denis Villeneuve and much-anticipated by fans, promises to explore the darker and less-explored edges of the Dune saga. Among them, the important and so far omitted space corps introduction.
The Space Guild: A key piece to Dune 3’s success
The Space Guild, that enigmatic and vital element, is strangely omitted in Villeneuve’s film adaptations, Dune: Part One and Dune: Part Two. However, with Dune: The Prophecy, set 10,000 years before the events of Paul Atredes, we’re given a golden opportunity to explore the origins of this group and their crucial influence on the future events of the Dune universe.
The series delves into the dawn of the Brotherhood of Bene Gesert, with figures such as Valya and Thula Harkonnen at the helm. However, the real power play begins in the morning with a significant presence of the Space Guild. This organization, which monopolizes interstellar travel and banking operations, is critical to maintaining the balance of power in the Empire, giving the Spice, Melange, their limited ability to navigate warped space.
It’s amazing how the most sought-after treasure taken from Arakis is the link that unites the Space Guild with the power of Atreides and their enemies. The Guild Navigators’ ability to foresee future events, while not on the level of the Bene Gesrit Quisatz Haderach, represents an ability that subtly adjusts the forces at play in the Dune universe.
The road to Dune 3
While the series lays the foundation for ancient myths and powers, it also sets the stage for the conflicts that define the rise and eventual fall of Paul Atreides. The series is tasked with not only telling the origin stories of powerful clans and sects, but also establishing the important role of the Space Guild in the events of Dune Messiah.
Initially apolitical, this group was forced to play an important role in the kingdom’s holy wars and civil strife, eventually conspiring with figures such as Reverend Mother Mohiam and Irulan to dethrone Paul. This plot, rich in intrigue and treachery, makes a direct connection to the third part of this epic saga, where the consequences of these actions are felt most acutely.
Dunn’s future on television and film
With each installment, Dune: Prophecy not only expands the story of this universe, but also prepares the audience for a rich and complex cinematic experience in the third installment. The series has the potential to enrich the plot by introducing important elements that were not included in the previous films and can now shine on their own.
Dune: Prophecy is presented in the Dune saga as an important link between the mythic past and the uncertain future that marks a before and after. As we embark on this televised journey, the pieces of the puzzle begin to fall into place, promising not only to satisfy fans but also to draw new followers into this fascinating and complex universe.