‘The Acolyte’ Finaly Reveals Its Sith Master

ByHrvoje Milakovic Posted on
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In a thrilling update to the Star Wars universe, the Disney+ series ‘Star Wars: The Acolyte’ introduced Darth Plagueis in its season finale. This major Sith Lord, known from lore as the master of Palpatine, finally steps into live-action, exciting fans with his presence.

In the last episode, the characters Osha and Qimir are leaving their camp on a mysterious planet to find Sol and Mae. In a brief but impactful moment, a shadowy figure appears among the tombs of the planet, presumed to be Darth Plagueis. Although his name isn’t mentioned, his features—a flat nose, long fingers, and under his dark hood, yellow eyes—suggest his identity.

Darth Plagueis, a member of the Muun species, has long been a figure shrouded in mystery. Known for his experiments with Midichlorians to achieve immortality, his story has been mostly told through the tale Palpatine shares with Anakin Skywalker in ‘Revenge of the Sith.’ This tale speaks of Plagueis’ unique ability to create life and prevent death, which has intrigued us for years.

Leslye Headland, the showrunner for ‘The Acolyte,’ hinted in a Nerdist interview that if the story continues, it will delve deeper into the complex and messy history of Darth Plagueis. This implies that his appearance might have significant implications for the show’s direction.

The show’s finale not only confirms the long-standing theory that Plagueis would be featured but also raises questions about his role. Is he there to mentor Qimir, or is he a rival seeking to eliminate a threat? This character’s legendary powers tie back to the show’s plot about the Witches of Brendok and the creation of Mae and Osha.

‘The Acolyte’ is streaming all its episodes on Disney+, offering us a chance to dive deeper into the early days of the Sith Lord’s dark dealings. As fans, we can only hope more will be revealed about Darth Plagueis in future seasons, exploring his intricate connections and the broader impact on the Star Wars canon.

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