A talented cosplayer has skillfully brought the iconic character Asajj Ventress from Star Wars: The Clone Wars to life, capturing her time as the apprentice of Count Dooku. In the series, Ventress played a pivotal role as the primary antagonist for Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Ahsoka Tano, successfully aiding the separatists in their quest to eliminate the Jedi. However, her loyalty was ultimately betrayed by Dooku and Darth Sidious, leading her to embrace her dark side powers and seek vengeance against the Sith. Drawing inspiration from Sideshow Collectibles' Mythos line, cosplayer Graciethecosplaylass has created a stunning depiction of Ventress during her Sith assassin days.
The cosplay artist skillfully blends the required make-up for a Nightsister with a touch of realism, and the addition of red lightsabers enhances the overall effect of the impressive costume. Although adjustments had to be made due to a mask mandate, the coolness factor is clearly evident in this exceptional display.
Asajj Ventress Deserves More Star Wars Stories
The sharing of cosplays like this often leads to a greater appreciation for Star Wars characters that are not as well-known. Although Ventress has not appeared in live-action, her character made an impression on George Lucas in the Star Wars: Clone Wars 2D series, which led to her inclusion in the official canon of The Clone Wars. However, in her role as a Sith assassin, Ventress is portrayed as having limited agency, primarily being tasked with attacking the main heroes of the Republic.
Exploring Ventress' early years as a dark sider presents the opportunity for an intriguing narrative. In the audio drama Dooku: Jedi Lost, Ventress serves as a narrator, uncovering her master's past before embracing the Sith. Although a live-action series with Christopher Lee might be challenging to justify, there are alternative avenues to showcase the assassin in projects that could incorporate flashbacks to The Clone Wars.