The Sith are who? Sith in the epic "Star Wars"

With the release of the first part of the epic "Star Wars" in 1977, the whole world learned a new word - "Jedi". Thanks to the fantastic success of the tape, these knights, their statute and culture have become incredibly popular. However, only with the release of the "Hidden Threat" in 1999, everyone learned that there are antipodes of the Jedi - these are the Sith. What kind of knights are they, how are they different and what role did they play in the Star Wars universe?

The universe of "Star Wars"

To better understand who these are - the Sith, one should learn more about the world in which they exist.

All the actions of the epic Star Wars occur in a fictional galaxy, which is called - "Galaxy". It includes hundreds of star systems inhabited by a variety of intelligent races.

In different periods of its existence, the management of the Galaxy was carried out in different ways. Initially, there was the Galactic Republic. According to its rules, over the millennium all star systems were run by the Senate. However, thanks to the machinations of Darth Sidious, the Republic was destroyed (events of the tape Star Wars 3: Revenge of the Sith), and in its place emerged the Empire, which lasted 20 years (the events of the original "New Hope", as well as the bands "The Empire Strikes Back", " Return of the Jedi ").

Thanks to the rebels and the Skywalker family, the Empire was destroyed, and the Republican system of government was re-established in the Galaxy. But it did not last long - in 30 years the First Order appeared, the members of which advocated the return of the Empire.

The Sith are who? What are they different from Jedi

Despite the huge number of races and star systems that constantly took part in the wars for power in the Galaxy, the main battles that solved the destinies of the whole world occurred between the followers of the Force - the Jedi and the Sith.

The force in the Galaxy is the energy field, which is associated with all living beings. Individuals who have special abilities to feel and use the Force, can use it to create great things that are impossible for ordinary beings.

Although there were more than 10 cults practicing the use of the Force in the Galaxy, only two were the most powerful and influential among them. These are the Jedi and the Sith. The Jedi were honored with their mission to keep peace in the universe and help the weak. For this they used the Bright side of the Universal energy.

But the Sith is the exact opposite of the Jedi. They believed that their goal was to strengthen their power and become the rulers of the galaxy. To achieve these goals, they used the Dark Side of Energy. Both these knightly orders were constantly at war with each other.

The history of the appearance of the Sith

The Sith Order was a branch from the Jedi. It is considered that at a certain moment of the existence of the Order of the supporters of the Light Side of the Force, discontent began to grow among its members. In particular, they wanted to use prohibited practices, and also believed that it was necessary to use the Dark Side of the Force.

Such Jedi were called apostates. Probably, there were many of them, and they tried to raise a riot, but were defeated and banished.

Origin of the name "Sith"

After their exile, the renegade Jedi found shelter on the remote planet Korriban. Its inhabitants-humanoids were called Sith (Sith) and worshiped the Dark Side of the Force. They considered the newcomers to be gods and accepted them with cordiality.

Almost a millennium, the apostates lived more or less peacefully on the enslaved planet. Gradually took the name of the race of the indigenous inhabitants of Korriban, calling itself the Order of the Sith, with its statute and rules.

Ideals of the Sith

Unlike the Jedi, their opponents sought not to preserve peace in the Republic, but to seize control of it, which they managed to do by organizing the Empire (the events of the film "Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith").

Like their ancestors, the Sith Order had its own code.

Honoring passion, greed and hatred are the main driving forces for mastering the Dark Side of the Force, the Sith welcomed these qualities and aspirations in their followers.

However, disregard for morality and the desire to achieve one's own advantage by any means, on the one hand, made them invincible, and on the other, weakened them. After all, having mastered the Force, each member of the Order aspired to individual power, fighting against his own comrades. Thanks to this devastation, for many centuries the apostates did not pose a serious threat to the Galaxy.

The dualistic system of government

In ancient times, at the head of the Order was only one Dark ruler. Later there were several, and sometimes much more than two.

Over time, the control system became dualistic. At the head of the Order, there were always 2 Sith: a mentor and a disciple. So, in the case of Darth Sidious (he is Palpatine), he had several students at different times: Darth Maul, Darth Tiranus and the last (beginning with the tape Star Wars: Episode: Revenge of the Sith) by Darth Vader.

After the death of Palpatine and Vader, the sovereignty of the Sith was destroyed, just as the Empire created by them. But later they managed to revive under the name "First Order".

Features of Sith Light Swords

Like the Jedi, as well as the apostates, the main weapon was the lightsaber. At the same time, in the canonical version, among the followers of the Light side of the Force, the blade glowed green, and their opponents had a red color.

The main reason for this difference was the crystal used to produce a light sword. So, the Jedi made it from materials of natural origin. But the apostates are made of artificial crystals.

Sith in the film epic Star Wars

In the original film trilogy of George Lucas, the term "Sith" was mentioned only as part of the title of Darth Vader, and even then only in the script. In this case, the character himself was positioned not as a Sith, but as a Jedi apostate, or the Dark Jedi.

Later it became necessary to give the name of the Order of the apostates, especially given that they played a key role in the destruction of the Republic and the appearance of the Empire. And in 1999, with the release of the film "The Hidden Menace", the term "Sith" was first used in it.

Later they appeared in the animated series of the franchise, as well as the following parts of the trilogy: "Attack of the Clones" and "Revenge of the Sith".

"Star Wars I: The Hidden Menace"

Having considered the history of the appearance of the Sith, and also the features of their philosophy, it is worth paying attention to the role they played in the epic Star Wars. To do this, it is worth remembering the events that preceded the fall of the Republic and the appearance of the Empire.

10 years before the start of the Clone Wars, during the period that is called the "Rise of the Empire", the Republic is in crisis. The indecisiveness and venality of many members of the Senate, as well as the growing power of the Trade Federation - all this greatly weakened the Republic and provoked the beginning of various wars between different planets and entire systems.

The Jedi, trying to keep the world in the Galaxy with all their might, suspected that the events that were taking place were the revived Order of the Sith. They turn out to be right, as the actions of representatives of the Trade Federation are skillfully manipulated by the new Dark Lord, Darth Sidious - and his disciple - Darth Maul.

Almost the entire plot of the "Hidden Threat" focuses on the Sith attempts by the Federation's hands to capture the planet Naboo, which is quite influential in the Galaxy. To prevent this, the Jedi Obi-Wan and his mentor Qui-Gon save the queen of the planet Padme Amidala and try to escape.

Because of the ship's breakdown, they sit down on the neutral planet (relative to the Republic and the Federation) of the planet Tatooine, where they get acquainted with young Anakin Skywalker. The boy helps them fix the ship. The Jedi feel that there is a great deal of potential in relation to the possession of the Force. Therefore, they take Anakin with them and, despite the disapproval of many members of the order, decide to make him a Jedi.

There, on Tatooine, the Jedi face Darth Maul. A little later, during the battle for Naboo, they have to fight this Sith. At the cost of his life, Qui-Gon kills him.

Having liberated Naboo and dealt with the invaders, members of the Senate and the Jedi celebrate the victory and bury Qui-Gon. At the same time, they doubt that the dead Sith was a real Dark Lord and realize that the main battle is yet to come.

"Star Wars II: Attack of the Clones"

Ten years after the battle for Naboo, a civil war is brewing in the Republic. The Jedi are not without reason believing that the fault of all the Sith. Star wars in the Galaxy are provoked by the new disciple of the Dark Lord, Darth Tiranus. Since its submission many planets are trying to leave the Republic.

In addition, Padmé is in danger. To protect her, an adult Anakin is sent to her. Spending a lot of time together, young people fall in love with each other. Together with Obi-Wan, they are at the very center of the uprising organized by the Sith. Only the army of clones sent by the Senate saves them.

Thus begins the Clone Wars (armed confrontation between the Galactic Republic and the Confederacy of Independent Systems, provoked by the Order of the Departed).

"Star Wars. Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith »

This episode begins with the fact that it's already been the third year since the beginning of the Clone Wars. Padmé becomes a senator, secretly marries Anakin and is already pregnant with him.

Meanwhile, the matured Jedi suffers from nightmares, in which he sees the death of his wife. Around his attempts to save her, and concentrated the whole plot of the picture "Revenge of the Sith"

Through the intrigues of Skywalker, the Sith Lord Sardius - Darth Sidious, successfully hiding under the mask of the Chancellor of the Republic - Palpatine, is bending over to his side. It is he who provokes the young man for the murder of Darth Tiranus. Using the Dark Side of the Force for this action, Anakin gradually succumbs to his fears and betrays the Jedi, participating in their extermination.

With the help of dexterous manipulations, as well as the use of secret code to activate Sidious's subordination program, the Army of the Republic moved to the side of the Sith. Without the support of the Jedi, the Senate and all its members were in the hands of the insurgents.

Obi-Wan and Padmé find Anakin and try to bring him back to the Bright side. But their efforts are vain.

Entering battle with Obi-Wan, Anakin was disfigured and in despair became a student of Sidious - Darth Vader. Together they led the newly formed Empire. At the same time, Anakin continued to consider himself responsible for the death of Padme.

Meanwhile, she was rescued by Obi-Wan. But yearning for Anakin, she died during childbirth. The newborn twins Luke and Leia were separated and hidden in different parts of the Empire. And the survivors Obi-Wan and Yoda were forced to hide, because all the Jedi and their teachings were declared outside the law of the Empire. On this sad note, the third episode of "Star Wars" - "Revenge of the Sith" was coming to an end.

Other pictures of the epic about the Sith

In the original trilogy, the events of which are chronologically unfolding after the "Revenge of the Sith", Jedi apostates are not mentioned. But they appear in the "Awakening of Power".

According to the plot of this tape, the organization of the apostate Jedi is gaining strength again in the Galaxy under the name of the First Order. Her new leader - the creature of an unknown race named Snouk - becomes the teacher of Leah's son - Kylo Ren. This young man, like his grandfather, chose the path of the Sith and now hunts for Luke Skywalker in order to permanently destroy all Jedi in his person.

Fanfics about the Sith

As in the future the fate of the First Order will develop, it will be known in the new scenes of the epic.

But even now, fans can read many books from this series. By the way, after the release of each film based on the script, separate novels were published.

Also, there are countless fanfics written by fans of the epic Star Wars.

"Sith War", "The Gray Sith", "Their Secrets", "Choice", "The Departed: The Third Party of the Force", "I'm begging" is just a small list of Russian-language amateur works in which the main characters are the Sith.