Darth Plagueis

James Luceno

Darth Plagueis

James Luceno
46 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2012

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Character List

Meet the key characters, with insights into their roles, motivations, and relationships—spoiler-free.

Major Characters

A Muun Sith Lord intensely focused on the biological manipulation of midi-chlorians to conquer death. In his public life, he operates as Hego Damask, the wealthy and powerful Magister of Damask Holdings. He views the Force scientifically rather than mystically, treating living beings as experimental subjects in his pursuit of immortality. He utilizes his vast financial resources and secret gatherings on the moon Sojourn to quietly corrupt galactic politics.

Key Relationships

Owner of 11-4D

Rival of Darth Venamis

Employer of Larsh Hill

Political ally of Ars Veruna

Political opponent of Senator Pax Teem

A young human aristocrat from Naboo possessing exceptional ambition and latent Force abilities. He carefully maintains a public persona as an unassuming and cooperative politician while secretly embracing the dark side of the Force. His deep-seated resentment toward his family makes him an ideal candidate for Sith indoctrination. He specializes in political subterfuge, weaponizing the existing corruption within the Republic Senate to gain influence.

Key Relationships

Apprentice to Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

Son of Cosinga

Master of Maul

Colleague of Vidar Kim

Colleague of Ars Veruna

Employer of Sate Pestage

Manipulator of Nute Gunray

A Bith Sith Lord who publicly masquerades as Rugess Nome, a legendary starship designer. He approaches the Force through a lens of scientific prognostication and calculated foresight. He strictly enforces the ancient traditions of the Sith Order openly, yet secretly implements contingency plans that violate those same rules.

Key Relationships

Master of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

Master of Darth Venamis

Supporting Characters

A multi-armed medical and utility droid capable of detailed biological analysis and piloting. Lacking any connection to the Force, the droid provides clinical observations of midi-chlorians and medical procedures. It serves as an emotionless chronicler of the Sith experiments, treating horrific acts with absolute mechanical detachment.

Key Relationships

Servant of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

Former servant of Captain Ellin Lah

A Force-sensitive Bith trained clandestinely in the dark side of the Force. He represents a severe deviation from the traditional Sith succession rules, existing as an insurance policy and a direct threat to the established line of power. His presence disrupts the carefully planned strategies of the primary Sith Lords.

Key Relationships

Rival of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

An aristocratic noble from Naboo with strong, traditional political views that clash entirely with those of his son, Palpatine. He is authoritative and fiercely protective of his family's legacy, demanding obedience. He recognizes the dangerous ambition in his son and attempts to control him through threats of exile.

Key Relationships

Suspicious of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

The pragmatic and democratic leader of an independent freighter crew. She runs her ship by consensus, relying on her crew and medical droid for counsel when facing unusual situations. Her logical decision to follow legal protocols brings her into direct conflict with a highly dangerous passenger.

Key Relationships

Owner of 11-4D

Captor of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

An ambitious politician on Naboo who utilizes secret corporate alliances to elevate his standing. He is willing to trade exclusive rights to his planet's natural resources in exchange for the immense financial backing required to win royal elections. He eventually discovers the extreme danger of allying with hidden Sith forces.

Key Relationships

Political ally of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

A Gran Senator representing Malastare in the Republic. He is fiercely competitive and openly hostile toward Damask Holdings' growing monopoly over galactic trade. He utilizes espionage, leaks, and aggressive tactics to outmaneuver his corporate rivals, making him a primary obstacle in the Sith's political strategy.

Key Relationships

Enemy of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

A Zabrak Force-sensitive trained specifically as an assassin rather than a true Sith Lord. Raised entirely within the dark side, he undergoes brutal physical and psychological conditioning to forge him into an unquestioning weapon against the Jedi and criminal organizations.

Key Relationships

The serving Senator of Naboo and a dedicated public servant. He acts as a political mentor to the younger Palpatine, trusting him with sensitive information regarding corruption investigations. His dedication to justice makes him an unwitting pawn in the Sith's larger political maneuvers.

Key Relationships

Father of Ronhar Kim

A Jedi Knight and the son of Senator Vidar Kim. He struggles with his attachment to his family and his duties to the Jedi Order. Following a series of family tragedies, he develops a bond with his father's political protégé, completely unaware of the true nature of their friendship.

Key Relationships

Son of Vidar Kim

A Muun aide and loyal employee of Damask Holdings. He handles the logistical and public-facing elements of Hego Damask's massive financial empire, organizing secret gatherings and securing mining rights across various systems.

Key Relationships

Employee of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask

A leading official within the Trade Federation. He is driven by corporate greed and a fear of losing his mercantile advantage, making him highly susceptible to the secret demands of dark side manipulators. He is pushed into taking aggressive military action against peaceful planets.

Key Relationships

A highly respected Jedi Master who grows increasingly disillusioned with the Republic's corruption and the Jedi Council's passive complicity. His intellectual nature and deep frustrations make him an appealing target for Sith groomers seeking a charismatic political leader.

Key Relationships

Acquaintance of Darth Plagueis / Hego Damask