Summary
New information released in a Star Wars book unveils that the antagonist of the Final Order, featured in The Rise of Skywalker, had a presence during the critical Battle of Endor. This battle marked the ultimate triumph of the Rebellion over the Empire.
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The content of the book centers around Allegiant General Pryde, delving into his understanding of the Empire's defeat at Endor. It provides insight into Pryde's personality and the part he plays in the Final Order. On Endor, Pryde's presence suggests the possibility of him uncovering Darth Vader's helmet, which could have significant implications for Kylo Ren's storyline in The Rise of Skywalker.
A new Star Wars book has reimagined the Final Order villain from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker and incorporated them into the Battle of Endor. While the Battle of Endor didn't officially mark the end of the Empire, it significantly shifted the momentum in favor of the Rebellion in the Galactic Civil War, allowing the New Republic to take control. Unfortunately, the government's reign lasted only 30 years before the Starkiller Base, secretly supported by Palpatine and his followers from the time of the Empire, destroyed it.
In an exciting update, the Star Wars Books Twitter account announced that one of the stories in "From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi" will delve into the character of Allegiant General Pryde. This will be the character's first appearance since Richard E. Grant portrayed him in The Rise of Skywalker. Included here is an excerpt from "The Steadfast Soldier" by Adam Christopher, which portrays the moment when Pryde realizes the Empire's defeat at Endor.
This was not glory. And it most certainly was not victory.
They had... lost.
Pryde's heart raced as a sudden shock snapped him out of his daze, much like a bantha prod jab. The realization hit him hard - they had suffered a defeat. The lights illuminating the sky, still visible despite the dawn, were not celebratory fireworks or a meteor storm. Instead, they were the smoldering remnants of the Empire's once-powerful fleet, with the wreckage scattering across the entire Endor system.
Allegiant General Pryde's Endor Presence Sets Up The Sequels
Despite his previous defeat at Endor, Pryde did not seem to have learned his lesson. Both battles, designed as perfect traps for their enemies, were expected to extinguish the rebellion. However, they were ultimately foiled in the most unexpected ways. Despite surviving Endor, Pryde became a crucial instrument for the Final Order, serving as one of Palpatine's devoted fanatics.Despite serving as General Hux's competent replacement in The Rise of Skywalker, Allegiant General Pryde's past as an Imperial officer grants him significant influence within the leadership of the First Order. Alongside Captain Cannady in The Last Jedi, the First Order's former Imperials possess remarkable capabilities, although Pryde's purpose extends beyond Supreme Leader Kylo Ren's campaign. In "The Steadfast Soldier," Pryde's origin as a devout follower of Palpatine will seemingly be explored, alongside the potential recovery of a Sith artifact.
The book editor tantalized with a revelation that Pryde is about to make on the surface of Endor. Although the purpose behind the Imperial's presence on the moon is still unknown, it is clear what he will discover: Darth Vader's helmet. Pryde's unearthing of Vader's funeral pyre has the potential to pave the way for Kylo Ren to eventually obtain the artifact, which is one of the many unanswered questions in the sequel trilogy. This significant contribution from Pryde could earn him favor with Ren, establishing him as a valuable asset to the Supreme Leader in The Rise of Skywalker.
Sources: Star Wars Books, Darth Internous