Vader's Thoughts If Obi-Wan Never Followed Padme To Mustafar Revealed

The Unanswered Fan Fiction Question

Ah, fan fiction. The realm where our wildest dreams and imaginations come to life. And one question that has plagued Star Wars fans for years is: What if Obi-Wan had never shown up on Mustafar?

Picture this: Padme, standing before Anakin after he had just slaughtered the separatists. The tension in the air is palpable, but there's a sense of calm. At least, until Obi-Wan arrives. But what if he hadn't? What if Obi-Wan had stayed away, allowing Anakin to explain himself fully to Padme?

Well, my friends, the answer to this burning question comes straight from Darth Vader himself. In the book "Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader" by James Luceno, Vader reveals his thoughts on the matter. Now, I know what you're thinking: "But wait, isn't that book part of the Legends canon?" And you're right! In the new Disney Star Wars canon, it's considered Legends. But in my mind, this is canon. And let me tell you why.

The Mind of Vader

In the book, Vader reflects on the moment when Padme confronted him on Mustafar. He laments the fact that she didn't hear his words, that she had made up her mind about him. But here's the kicker: Vader reveals that if Obi-Wan hadn't arrived, he would have persuaded Padme to understand. He would have made her see that everything he had done was for her and their unborn child.

Can you imagine? Anakin, still level-headed when it came to Padme, believed that he could have convinced her to follow his lead. Together, they would have moved against the Sith Lord. Just think about the possibilities!

The Power Struggle

Now, let's dive deeper into the implications of this fan fiction scenario. Anakin, serving the Emperor for a year or maybe even six months, would have reached his ultimate peak power. And as George Lucas himself taught us, Anakin would have been twice as powerful as the Emperor.

Imagine the showdown between Anakin and the Emperor. With his newfound strength, Anakin would have had the upper hand. And let's not forget that Nick Gillard, the mastermind behind the dueling and battling in Star Wars, revealed that Anakin jumped to a level nine once he turned to the dark side. Sure, it may have been a bit of a cheap trick, but it meant that Anakin's powers were off the charts.

Over time, Anakin would have honed his skills, eventually surpassing the Emperor and destroying him. He would have taken control of the old Empire, giving Padme some power in the process. And let's not forget their children, Luke and Leia, who would have grown up in a galaxy where their father fought for a better future.

The Downfall of Anakin

But, alas, there's a catch. Anakin's hot-headedness and arrogance would have been his downfall. His anger towards the Emperor's manipulation of their children and Padme's constant fear would have driven him to act prematurely. And in that moment of anger, the Emperor would have struck him down, either killing him or leaving him permanently weakened.

You see, Anakin's journey to the dark side was not just about power and love. It was also about his own selfish desires. He couldn't bear the thought of losing Padme, and his actions were driven by his own self-interest. It's a tragic tale of a man consumed by his own ego.

The Lessons Learned

So, what can we take away from this fan fiction scenario? Well, it's clear that the Jedi played a major role in Anakin's turn to the dark side. Their neglect of his mental health, their denial of his rank of Master, and their dismissal of his concerns all contributed to his downfall. But ultimately, it was Anakin's own flaws that sealed his fate.

Fan fiction allows us to explore these "what if" scenarios and have fun with the possibilities. It lets us dive into the minds of our favorite characters and imagine different outcomes. And while the story of Anakin's fall to the dark side is set in stone, it's always exciting to speculate and ponder the endless possibilities.

So, my fellow Star Wars enthusiasts, let's continue to dream, to imagine, and to create our own fan fictions. May the Force be with you, always.