Star Wars Unveils Palpatine’s True Need for Rey and Weakness in Sequels

Recent revelations in the Star Wars universe have clarified Emperor Palpatine’s vulnerability in the sequel trilogy. Notably, it has been confirmed that Palpatine was significantly weakened during the prequel trilogy, particularly in “The Rise of Skywalker.” This diminished state required him to seek out Rey for a unique purpose.

Palpatine’s Resurrection and Weakness

After his death in “Return of the Jedi,” Palpatine’s resurrection on the Sith planet Exegol left him considerably degraded. Confined to a life-support harness, he became desperate, hoping Rey would kill him. His plan involved using the dark side essence transfer technique to possess her body.

The Sith Rule of Two

Recently, the book “Master of Evil” revealed a crucial aspect of Sith power dynamics. According to this lore, a Sith Lord’s strength is bolstered by the anger and hatred of their apprentice. This principle explains the risks taken by Sith in training potential successors.

• Anakin Skywalker’s power was highly coveted by Palpatine.
• Darth Vader’s eventual betrayal was born from love, not anger.
• Palpatine’s inability to train another apprentice was a response to fear and significant losses.

The Shift in Power Dynamics

In the sequel trilogy, Palpatine manipulated Ben Solo without intending to train him as a Sith apprentice. His approach towards Rey was more about possessing her than mentoring. This strategy indicates Palpatine’s fear of another betrayal after Vader’s defection.

Broken Sith Lineage

The revelations hint that the demise of his master, Darth Vader, fractured the traditional Sith bond. Palpatine could no longer harness an apprentice’s power, resulting in his diminished state in “The Rise of Skywalker.” This is inferred as a pivotal reason for his weak position.

Desperate For Power

To regain his former strength, Palpatine sought alternative methods of power. He turned to the Sith technique of essence transfer, originally discovered by Darth Plagueis, which required the killer to possess hatred in their heart. This explains why he required Rey’s anger to fulfill the transfer.

Force Dyad and Palpatine’s Threat

Despite his weakened state, Palpatine capitalized on the connection between Rey and Kylo Ren, known as the Force Dyad. He absorbed their power in a twisted manifestation of the apocalyptic Sith master-apprentice relationship. This shift temporarily restored his threat level.

Ultimately, these developments underscore the lasting impact of Anakin Skywalker’s redemption on the Force. His actions not only changed the balance of power but also positioned Rey as the key to stopping Palpatine. The insights from “Master of Evil” provide a compelling narrative thread in the Star Wars saga.