Star Wars: Maul's New Apprentice, Devon Izara, is a fascinating character that draws strong parallels to George Lucas' unused ideas for the sequel trilogy. This article explores the connections and the implications for the Star Wars universe.
A Familiar Face in a New Role
In the two-episode premiere of Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord, we meet Devon Izara, a young Jedi Padawan on the run from the Empire. Her introduction and her connection to Maul are intriguing, especially given the character's strong resemblance to one of George Lucas' best-kept ideas for the sequel trilogy.
George Lucas' Vision for the Sequel Trilogy
In an interview with Paul Duncan, George Lucas revealed his plans for the sequel trilogy, which differed significantly from what Lucasfilm eventually developed. One of the key elements was Maul serving as the trilogy's chief villain, with an apprentice named Darth Talon, a character from the no-longer-canonical Star Wars Expanded Universe. Lucas envisioned a post-Empire galaxy, where the stormtroopers refused to give up, leading to the formation of a new rebellion and the rise
