This is the opening part of my fan fic. The story is basically how I think the Sith were started and how the Jedi managed to wipe them out. The founder of the Sith, though you won't see it here is Vulcan Gunner, who will turn to the Dark Side in the years between this part of the story and the next. Solin Malice will be tempted to the Dark Side and be responsible for the near eradication of the Jedi, similar to Anakin Skywalker in Revenge of the Sith. His apprentice will manage to turn him back to the light and he will help the rest of the Jedi destroy the Sith, including his friend, though I haven't decided how that confrontation will play out yet. More to come soon! Please don't hate on this, this is my first fan-fic that originally was gonna be a fan movie my friends and I were going to make which is why it is written is script form. I will continue to write in script form that way the story will be easier for me to tell. Thank you all!
StarWars: Before the Sith Extinction
Episode I: Consumed by Darkness
A screenplay written by: malic124
Int. - Fighting Room - Day
Vulcan Gunner is practicing his lightsaber skills with Solin Malice, his best friend. Malice blocks an attack, and counters with a blow to the shoulder.
Vulcan Gunner
OW! Why you….
He lunges for Solin, but is suddenly pushed back by the Force
Vulcan Gunner
*grunts when he lands* Wha?
Solin looks over and sees his master: Sabe' Weinstein, fully cloaked in robes of tan, similar to those regularly worn by the Jedi in the films such as Obi Wan. Weinstein is young, around age thirty, Jedi Knight, wields a yellow lightsaber. Solin bows to his master.
Solin Malice
Master Weinstein
Sabe' Weinstein
Solin. (to Vulcan) You need to learn to control you anger, young one. Do not be tempted by the dark side, especially in these times with the dark side likely behind the Naboo invasion.
Vulcan stands up and bows.
Vulcan Gunner
Yes, Master Weinstein
Ext. - Outside of the fighting room building - Sunset
Solin Malice
Vulcan, I feel that it is my fault that you lost your temper and had to be reprimanded by my master. I apologize.
Vulcan Gunner
It's all right my friend. It wasn't you fault, it was mine. I agree with you master, I have a tendency to get carried away with small things that spur up anger within me.
Solin Malice
My master can help train you with that. I will tell him to help you as much as he can.
Vulcan Gunner
Thank you, my friend
The two Jedi padawans walk in silence. As they reach their quarters…
Vulcan Gunner
Goodnight Solin
Solin Malice
Goodnight Vulcan, I'll talk to my master about helping you tomorrow.
The setting of this scene is cloudy and dark. It is a dream seen from Vulcan's point-of-view. A red lightsaber blade is shown in front of him, indicating that he is holding it. Solin is standing in front of him with a green blade.
Solin Malice
What do you mean, a Sith?
Vulcan Gunner (in voice similar to Sidious'
I mean, I've turned to the dark side and created a new group of Dark Jedi - the Sith. We deal only in absolutes and see the Jedi as the greatest threat to peace.
Solin Malice
I see. Well then, I will do what I must to stop you.
Vulcan Gunner
You will try my old friend.
They fight until the red lightsaber is seen being run-through Solin. Solin's body falls to the ground.
Vulcan Gunner
Goodbye, my old Jedi friend
Turn over for next scene
Int. - Vulcan's quarters - Late Night
Vulcan suddenly wakes up drenched is sweat and panting.
Vulcan Gunner
*in tired voice* That was a horrible nightmare!
He calms his breathing and picks up a comlink to call Solin.
Vulcan Gunner
Solin, Solin, come here quickly!
Solin Malice (in tired voice, heard on comlink)
Eh? I'm on my way over
Moments pass. The door to Vulcan's quarters opens and Solin enters.
Vulcan Gunner
Solin, I think I just had a premonition in a dream.
Solin Malice
About what?
Vulcan Gunner
I dreamt that I had turned to the dark side and created a dark Jedi called Sith. You confronted me and tried to talk me out of it but I wouldn't hear of it. We dueled and then suddenly, I killed you with my lightsaber.
Solin Malice
What? That's not possible. You're a Jedi and my best friend, you would never do that.
Vulcan Gunner
I agree with you, but it felt so real. I need to find a way to make this dream not come true.
Solin Malice
Speak to my master, he's one of the council's experts on premonitions.
Vulcan Gunner
I will talk to him tomorrow. Are you sure he won't mind talking to me about this?
Solin Malice
Absolutely. If anyone will understand, it will be him.
Int. - Corridor - Day
Sabe' and Solin are walking down a corridor and are stopped by Vulcan's presence. He bows to Sabe'.
Vulcan Gunner
Master Weinstein, may I speak with you?
Sabe' Weinstein
About what?
Vulcan Gunner
A premonition I had last night.
Sabe' Weinstein
I understand. Very well, I will speak with you. Come we will speak in my quarters. *to Solin* Solin, head back to your quarters and remain there until I summon you.
Solin Malice
Yes, my master.
Solin leaves. Sabe' and Vulcan walk a bit to Sabe's quarters. They enter and sit down. The room is similar in appearance, namely lighting, to the room in which Anakin spoke to Yoda about his premonitions of Padme' in ROTS.
Sabe' Weinstein
Okay, what do you want to tell me about this premonition?
Vulcan Gunner
I had a nightmare last night. And in it, I saw Solin with a green lightsaber standing in front of me. I had a red lightsaber in my hand. I told him that I had created a new kind of dark Jedi called Sith. I told him that the Sith only dealt in absolutes and that we feared the Jedi as the greatest threat against peace. He tried to reason with me, but I would hear none of it. We dueled and I eventually killed him with my blade. I woke up right after that.
Sabe' considers this for a moments before speaking.
Sabe' Weinstein
I see. Thank you for telling me this, but I highly doubt this was a premonition, more of a nightmare.
Vulcan Gunner
But master, this seemed so real.
Sabe' Weinstein
Jedi dreams usually do. I don't think the events in this dream are likely to come true. For one, do you see yourself turning to the dark side anytime soon?
Vulcan Gunner
No I don't
Sabe' Weinstein
Then you have nothing to worry about. It was just a dream.
Vulcan Gunner
Yes, master I understand.
Ext. - Jedi Temple Grounds - Sunset
A day or so has passed since Vulcan told Sabe' about the dream. He and Solin are walking toward to building where the Jedi have their quarters. Vulcan seems tense and Solin becomes concerned.
Solin Malice
Vulcan, what is it?
Vulcan Gunner
It's that dream I had. I think I have found a way to help prevent the dream from happening.
Solin Malice
How?
Vulcan Gunner
Come on, we'll discuss this in private in your quarters.
They walk to Solin's quarters. They enter and sit down.
Int. - Solin's quarters - Sunset
Solin Malice
So how can you help prevent the events in the dream from coming true?
Vulcan Gunner
*shortly* By leaving the Jedi Order, forever.
Solin Malice
But…
Vulcan Gunner
I haven't decided yet. Only if I have more outbursts of anger or if the council senses too much anger in me.
Solin Malice
But then, we might never see each other again.
Vulcan Gunner
I know, that is why I'm going to do my best to prevent it from happening. But if it does, I will never forget you or our friendship. *quietly and to himself* I promise you, you will always be my best friend.
Solin Malice
And you mine.
Int. - Vulcan's quarters - Sunrise
Vulcan is asleep. Solin enters the quarters quietly and walks over to his bed. He shakes him awake.
Solin Malice
Vulcan, wake up.
Vulcan Gunner
Huh? Oh, hey Solin. What's up?
Solin Malice
Come on get up. Today is the big race.
Vulcan Gunner
That race is today? I almost forgot!
Solin Malice
Well, that's obvious since you aren't even at breakfast with the rest of us. Now hurry up and get ready, I'll see you at breakfast.
Vulcan Gunner
All right all right! I'll see you there.
Solin exits. Vulcan's door closes and Solin lingers outside for a moment.
Solin Malice
This will be the test to see if he stays. If we get on opposite teams, I know there will be trouble. I can only hope we won't have to duel each other for the win.
He departs
Ext. - Meeting area in Jedi Temple plaza - Morning
Sabe' is waiting with ten other Padawans. Vulcan and Solin enter and join the others.
Sabe' Weinstein
Okay, let's begin. Pull out your comlinks to find out which team you are on.
The Padawans pull out their comlinks. Solin gets a blue image while Vulcan gets a red image.
Sabe' Weinstein
For the blue team, the captain is Solin. For the red team, Vulcan is the captain. Understand?
All Padawans
Yes, Master Sabe'
Sabe' Weinstein
Good. Now, your objective is simple: you must go to the Jova Fruit Market and purchase a grapefruit. To eliminate other team members, a LIGHT tap of you lightsaber to your opponent will be used. The first team to return with the fruit wins. Understood?
All Padawans
Then get to your team's transport to the city. Good luck Padawans. And may the force be with you.
Int. - Solin's team ship - Midmorning
The ship has taken off and is motion. Solin is formulating his plan for the team.
Solin Malice
Okay, here's the plan. We enter the city blending in to the crowd. Kesuke', Sato, and I will go to my secret area overlooking the market. The rest of you will go to the market. Two of you will stand near the entrance on guard. Another two of you will stand guard near the fruit area. The rest of you will hold off the other Padawans who slip pass the guards. Any questions?
None
Solin Malice
Remember, only use light taps to eliminate our opponents. Oh, and nobody go and confront Vulcan I will handle him. Good luck to you all. May the force be with you.
The other Padawans disperse and begin discussing guard tactics and fighting techniques. Solin turns to Kesuke' and Sato.
Solin Malice
Just follow my lead you two. We should be able to when this. Are you ready?
Kesuke'/Sato
Yes, we're ready.
Int. - Vulcan's Ship - Late Morning
The ship has taken off. This scene is similar to the last but Vulcan has a much different plan than Solin.
Vulcan Gunner
Okay, here's the plan: Nine of you will go to the market and hold off any blue team member. Wolfin Secure and Yukon Blade will with me in the midst of the battle and get the fruit. Understand?
All Padawans
Yes
Vulcan Gunner
Then begin making your plans. My followers come with me
The group disperses. Vulcan turns to speak to Wolfin and Yukon
Vulcan Gunner
You two just back me up and follow my lead
Wolfin Secure
Yes, captain
Yukon Blade
And what about Solin?
Vulcan Gunner
You leave him to me. I will handle him
Int. - Elevator - Day
Solin, Kesuke', and Sato are in an elevator in a building adjacent to the market. They are traveling up to Solin's secret place.
Kesuke'
Where are we going?
Solin Malice
We're going to the level where we can oversee the market and monitor the race.
Sato
And what do we do if the Reds get a hold of the fruit?
Solin Malice
We will go after them and send a message to our Blues to finish off the Reds in the market and then back us up.
Kesuke'
Why don't you want us to fight Vulcan? I mean, I could easily beat him in a duel
Solin Malice
Let's just say that I don't want him causing trouble
They get off the elevator walk to the surveillance area with a large window overlooking the market. They monitor the area as the Blues get into their guard positions. The Reds enter the market. The Blues are fighting valiantly to hold them off. After a few moments of fighting, Five Blues remain and 7 Reds Remain. The remaining members of both teams continue to fight. Solin has a look of apprehension of his face.
Kesuke'
Should we go down there and help?
Solin Malice
Yes. Let's get down there and help them out. Get your weapons ready and be prepared to fight to get to the fruit.
They run to the elevator and enter it and descend.
Ext. - Market Entrance/Inside a bush - Early afternoon
Vulcan and his two followers are hiding in a bush outside the market monitoring the battle.
Vulcan Gunner
This going well don't you think?
Wolfin/Yukon
Yes
Vulcan Gunner
Yukon, why don't you get ready to go in there and help our team?
Yukon
Yes, captain
Yukon slowly stands up. Suddenly, he sits back down
Vulcan Gunner
What is it?
Yukon
Listen…
There is a momentarily pause, followed by footsteps running past them and three lightsabers igniting. They feet run past the bush and into the market.
Vulcan Gunner (whispering)
More blues! Solin is with them! Let's go deal with ALL of them and get that fruit
They go into the market, igniting their lightsabers.
Int. - Market Entrance - Early afternoon
Solin, Sato, and Kesuke' have entered the market. Their lightsabers ignited. They stop for a moment. Solin has a blue lightsaber, Sato has a green lightsaber and Kesuke' has a purple lightsaber.
Solin Malice
Get to the fruit area!
The padawans rush to the fruit area. Each has a short duel with two Reds, taking out both on the way. Kesuke' grabs a fruit after his last duel.
Kesuke'
Here, Solin catch!
Solin catches it and runs to the checkout area. However, just before he reaches, it Vulcan, Wolfin, and Yukon stop him. Their lightsabers are ignited, Vulcan has a blue one, Wolfin yellow, and Yukon green.
Vulcan Gunner
Thank you for saving us the trouble of getting that fruit ourselves.
Sato suddenly appears with another Blue and takes out Yukon with a tap to the shoulder. Wolfin attacks Sato and takes him out with a tap to the leg. The other Blue begins to battle Wolfin. Vulcan attacks Solin and they are put into lightsaber hold. Solin throws the fruit to Kesuke'
Solin Malice
Kesuke'! Take the fruit buy it and get back to the ship! I'll catch up to you!
Kesuke' runs to the checkout area and buys the fruit and exits. The other padawans is taken out by Wolfin. Solin pushes Vulcan out of the lightsaber hold and Force-pushes Vulcan back into a pile of cans that fall on Vulcan. In one swift movement, Solin takes out Wolfin and runs to the exit. The cans Vulcan is buried under start to move as Vulcan stirs beneath them…
Int. - Solin's Ship - Day
Kesuke' and Solin are the only two left. Their ship has taken off and is headed to the Jedi Temple. Outside the window, they see another ship strikingly familiar to theirs taking off as well.
Solin Malice
Did you see that? I think Vulcan's ship just took off!
Kesuke'
Don't worry Solin, we already well over halfway to the temple. We are going to win this race!
Suddenly the ship begins to shudder and a warning siren blares
Kesuke'
What's going on!
Droid Voice
Warning! Ship out of fuel. The ship will make an emergency landing if fifteen seconds.
Solin Malice
Brace yourself!
After fifteen seconds, the ship crash-lands into the street below. Solin and Kesuke' are unharmed and stand up.
Solin Malice
Come on Kesuke'! Let's get out of here!
The padawans are about a mile from the Jedi Temple. They ignite their lightsabers and cut a hole in the ship as all systems have shut down, they can't open the exit. They jump through the hole and start running towards the Jedi Temple. Suddenly, when they are running, Solin suddenly stops.
Kesuke'
What are you doing?
Solin Malice
A tremor in the Force….a presence I've not felt since….
Suddenly a lightsaber is heard igniting followed by a scream from a familiar voice. Solin turns around, ignites his lightsaber and sees Vulcan jumping in the air to attack him. As Vulcan brings down his attack, Vulcan blocks it and they are put into lightsaber hold again.
Solin Malice (in Han Solo like voice)
Vulcan, what a nice surprise.
Vulcan Gunner
The fruit is mine!
Solin pushes him back with a strong push of his lightsaber and turns to speak to Kesuke' quickly.
Solin Malice
Kesuke' get back to the temple!
Kesuke' runs and disappears. Solin turns to face Vulcan.
Vulcan Gunner
He won't make it. After I take care of you, I will go after him and win this race!
Solin Malice
We'll see if you take "care" of me
The padawans begin to duel for their team's victory. The duel begins with Vulcan attacking violently and Solin blocking and countering valiantly. The process switches between the two until Vulcan spins and kicks Solin over. They deactivate their lightsabers. Vulcan force jumps to a roof of a nearby building. Solin recovers and jumps up.
Solin Malice
There's at least one lesson you've yet to learn: How to beat your best friend in a duel! *ignites lightsaber*
Vulcan Gunner
I'm not a learner of dueling *ignites lightsaber* It's your turn to learn!
The duel continues, this time with more intensity. Sweat forms on both individuals. They fight for about two minutes when suddenly, Vulcan raises his hand and shoots out Force Lightning at Solin. He doesn't shoot much, but it is enough to stun Solin for a moment. Vulcan takes advantage of this and slices at Solin's left arm. Solin shrieks in pain. Solin moves in to attack Vulcan but suddenly a hooded figure in tan robes with a dark brown cloak jumps in front of him, ignites a yellow lightsaber, and blocks Solin's attack and Force-pushes him back. Vulcan moves runs to help Solin and attack the newcomer but is Force pushed back as well. All lightsabers deactivate. The newcomer takes off his hood and reveals himself to be Sabe'.
Sabe' Weinstein
What do you two think you are doing?
Vulcan Gunner
We're fighting to win the race
Sabe' pulls the fruit from his pocket.
Sabe' Weinstein
Obviously you two don't know that race is already over and Solin's team won.
Vulcan Gunner
What? But…
Sabe' Weinstein
That doesn't matter Vulcan. You used the Force as a weapon rather than defense and caused Solin an injury, look at him
Vulcan looks over. His eyes widen in fear as he sees Solin covering his left arm with his hand where it was hit by Vulcan's lightsaber. Blood is dripping down his arm.
Vulcan Gunner
Solin! Are you alright?
Solin Malice
I'll live
Sabe' Weinstein
Solin, go to the medical area in the Temple. Vulcan, you go to your quarters. Tomorrow morning the both of you will appear before the Council to discuss your actions.
The Jedi Knight and the two Padawans jump down from the building and head to the Jedi Temple. Fade into next scene.
Int. - Solin's quarters - Day
A day has passed since the race. Solin and Vulcan have already given their stories to the Jedi Council separately. They are sitting in Solin's room.
Vulcan Gunner
I'm sorry Solin. I didn't mean to lose control like that.
Solin Malice
It's okay I forgive you. You're my best friend.
Vulcan Gunner
Thanks, but I don't feel that the Jedi Council will see this situation like you do.
Solin Malice
I told them you didn't mean it, I'm sure there will rule it as accidental.
Vulcan Gunner
I don't know I have a bad feeling about this. I think they will expel me from the Order.
Solin Malice
They won't expel you, they can't
Int. - Jedi Council Chambers - Midmorning
The Jedi Council is comprised of some of the most powerful Jedi in the galaxy. Members include Liam Park, Ewan Neilson, and Solin's master, Sabe' Weinstein. Solin is entering the chambers to hear his punishment for his actions. He stands in the center and bows.
Solin Malice
Masters. Has Vulcan appeared before you yet?
Liam Park
Yes he has and we have made our decision. Because of the injury you received in the duel with Vulcan, two things will happen. One, we have reached the unfortunate decision to expel Vulcan from the Jedi Order. Second, you will receive no punishment because of your injury.
Solin Malice
Masters, please don't expel him, he doesn't deserve it, what happened on that rooftop was an accident. I know that and I accepted his apology, don't expel Vulcan, please.
Sabe' Weinstein
Solin, I'm sorry, the council is in full agreement in this decision. We have already told Vulcan and he accepted the decision without question.
Solin Malice
But…
Ewan Neilson
The decision is final Solin. Vulcan made a request to us: he wants you to go with him out of the temple to the hangar area. A personal aircraft will take him to his destination. Will you go with him?
Solin Malice
Yes, Master, I will leave at once
Ewan Neilson
May the force be with you
Solin bows and leaves the Council Chambers.
Liam Park
Council Adjourned
Int. - Corridor - Day
Sabe' is running to catch up with Solin. He catches up to him and the two continue walking. Solin speaks in an angry voice.
Solin Malice
How can the council do this? How can they expel Vulcan?
Sabe' Weinstein
It's because of your…
Solin Malice
My supposed injury? Ha! I could care less about a little cut! But expelling Vulcan is just going to solve everything isn't it?
Sabe' Weinstein
Calm down, Solin. This wasn't my decision; it was the council's.
Solin Malice
But you still agreed to it! Why didn't you speak up and ask them not to do it like I asked you?
Sabe' Weinstein
I did, Solin. They refused and I was forced to agree with them.
Solin Malice
I'm sorry Master. I know it wasn't easy to ask them to honor my request. I'm sure you did your best.
Sabe' Weinstein
And there's something else, Solin. The council wants you to sever all contact with Vulcan.
Solin Malice
What? Never speak again to my best friend?
Sabe' Weinstein
Yes. I told them you would take it this way. It's the only way we can ensure that neither of you are tempted by the Dark Side
Solin Malice
What do you mean?
Sabe' Weinstein
We have reason to believe Vulcan has been experiencing with Dark Side powers, not just force lightning. There have been reports of some of the Jedi Knights sensing the Dark Side when they pass by his room. We don't want one of our padawans to violate the Jedi Code and utilize the Dark Side
Solin Malice
I would never do that.
Sabe' Weinstein
Yes, but use your feelings Solin, something is out of place. Vulcan could be preparing to use them in his training. That is why the council expelled him so he can no longer use the Force.
Solin Malice
You are asking me to go against the Jedi Code. Against my best friend and a mentor, that's what's out of place here. Why are you asking this of me?
Sabe' Weinstein
The council is asking you.
Solin Malice
I understand Master. But I'm not going to tell Vulcan any of this; I will not betray my friend as the council did.
Ext. - Hangar Area - Sunset
Solin and Vulcan are walking in the hangar area approaching Vulcan's ship.
Solin Malice
Vulcan, I feel that it is my fault that you were expelled.
Vulcan Gunner
No! Don't think that! It was my fault for attacking you.
Solin Malice
No, Vulcan, I should have ended it peacefully then you wouldn't have been expelled.
Vulcan Gunner
It's all right, I'm fine. I have a new life now and a new beginning, I can make a better life.
Solin Malice
I have something for you.
He pulls out a lightsaber from his pocket.
Vulcan Gunner
What is it?
Solin Malice
It's my original training lightsaber. I want you to have it to remember me by.
Vulcan Gunner
Thank you my friend. I have something for you to remember me by too.
He pulls out a necklace from his pocket.
Vulcan Gunner
It's my family symbol. It's meant to symbolize friendship, loyalty and peace.
Solin Malice (beginning to tear up)
Thank you Vulcan. I will never forget your friendship.
They arrive at Vulcan's ship.
Vulcan Gunner
And I will never forget yours.
Solin Malice
Well, I guess this is goodbye
They shake hands
Vulcan Gunner
I hope we meet again
Solin Malice
I'm sure we will. Good luck to you and goodbye my friend.
Vulcan Gunner
Good luck in your training, Solin. Good luck to you as well. Goodbye my friend. I will miss you.
He boards the ship. Solin watches as it takes off, crying a bit like Anakin did during the "Force Connection" he had with Padme' in ROTS. The ship leaves the hangar and takes off.
Solin Malice (quietly)
Goodbye, my friend. I'm sorry that this happened. I failed you. I will always keep this necklace and you close to me.
Scene fades out to black.