Star Wars 3.5 The Rebellion Cast
Anakin Skywalker: Brad Pitt
Padme Skywalker: Demi Moore
Styke: Ray Park
Obiwan: Ewan Mcgregor
Han Solo: Nathan Fillion
Glen: Leonardo DiCaprio
Flora: Jennifer Garner
Lando: Denzel Washington
Leia Skywalker: Keira Knightley
This should give a look to the characters. I saw Brad Pitt in Interview with a Vampire and saw some similarities with Hayden, as well with Sebastian Shaw in Mr. and Mrs. Smith. I can see a cold way of speaking that can be seen in Meet Joe Black and Troy with Anakin.
I wanted an older Padme, and with a colder imperial Padme. I got Demi Moore. I can see her in Padme's black dresses, and a seriousness Portman didn't portray.
I wanted someone that had spiked hair, physically powerful, credible, and I saw it in Darth Maul's unmasked Ray Park
Ewan Mcgregor should play Obiwan just to keep it similar to the original three.
I liked Nathan Fillion in Serenity; he seemed very similar in physical features as well as acting the smuggler.
I needed someone that would steal Flora's affection but also get beat by Styke and I found that in Leonardo. There are some similarities between Leonardo and Luke Skywalker. Leonardo is Glen.
Jennifer Garner just seems to match Flora with the purple light saber and the ability to slice into stuff.
Denzel with a mustache may be able to pull it off; I don't anyone else who could.
Keira played Sabe in Phantom Menance, her resemblance to Padme made her my choice for Leia.
You can disagree of course, but it is how I am visualizing the fights and dialogues.
BBY 3
Padme was buried in the royal cemetery at Naboo. She was placed in a large shrine next to her sister. Luke, Leia, Padme's staff, several Jedi knights, Senators, and Naboo officials were present. Anakin went through the motions of the funeral without any emotion. He was dressed in his typical black uniform.
"Send a shuttle immediately, there is much work to be done," Anakin said an Imperial officer.
Anakin left for Coruscant, Luke and Leia stayed behind on Naboo for a few days. The Imperial Shuttle went through Coruscant's atmosphere and landed at the Imperial Military Base on Coruscant. Anakin entered the facility; his officers were summoned to his aid. "What leads do we have on the rebel fleet?" Anakin asked.
"Most of the fleet escaped, we suspect they have moved toward the Outer Rim," an officer told him.
"Begin the subjugation of Mon Calamari, we will use their technical skills to our advantage this time," Anakin ordered.
"Some of the cities are still underwater," one officer reported.
"Then let them remain underwater," Anakin said controlled anger in his voice.
Anakin with his old staff walked into the Senate chamber. "I understand your feelings, but you shouldn't let them make rash judgments," Organa advised Anakin.
"You understand nothing," Anakin said turning to him. "You are a good friend, but be careful who you associate with," Anakin said walking off.
Anakin ascended using the Chancellor's chair. The Senate became quiet as he was about to speak. "Due to the circumstances in order to keep order and security in the empire I have requested your vote as emperor for life," Anakin said.
The Senate began discussing amongst themselves. "A vote will be held a week from now," Anakin dictated.
"You will serve me now," Anakin said to Sate.
"Very good my Lord," Sate said pleased.
Anakin sat in Padme's chair. Her force echo could still be sensed in the office. Anakin took a 3D picture of Padme and looked at it. Crushing it in anger he turned to his hologram projector.
"Begin the purge," Anakin ordered to the Jedi Council.
Anakin's agents went all over the galaxy searching for rebel sympathizers using all methods at their disposal to kill and extract information. "All measures must be taken to end the threat of these rebels," Anakin said to his fleet.
Star Destroyers made it sport to blast smugglers to scrap metal. Storm troopers went through cities intimidating until they could find leads. Tie bombers exploded the under water cities of Mon Calamari until they were forced back to the surface. Then the empire began putting them into worker camps to construct Imperial ships.
When the Senate was back in session Mon Mothma had been replaced with Canna Omonda. "We have found evidence that Senator Garm was involved in the rebel uprising," a storm trooper told Anakin via hologram.
"Eliminate him," Anakin ordered.
Tie fighters, a common ship flying through Coruscant tracked down Garm's vessel and caused his engines to catch fire. Garm's ship exploded as it hit another building.
Anakin entered the Senate chamber taking the seat of chancellor. "The vote begins," he told them.
When the vote was completed Anakin had won over the Senate. He was now life ruler, the emperor of the Galactic Empire. It wasn't long before he outright banned the Alliance party. Forcing more worlds into "occupation" zones the Senate became ever more reduced in size.
Leia eventually confronted her father over her mother's death. "It was Styke, he killed mother," Leia said.
"How is this possible, he saved the Devastator from certain destruction," Anakin doubted.
"I saw him, I fought him and failed," Leia looked down ashamed.
Anakin picked up her chin. "It's not your fault, Obiwan is very powerful in the Force, he can twist people's minds," Anakin told her.
"But…" Leia continued.
Anakin stopped her. "Styke is dead; Obiwan is still a fugitive; that has not changed. Whatever you do never blame yourself," Anakin said looking at Leia. He could see Padme's face in her. "Beautiful child, you will be strong. I can see you doing great things," Anakin said.
Anakin and Kadann walked towards the Jedi Temple. "You spoke once that it is possible to speak to the dead, to be one with the Force after death," Anakin said.
"Yes, such abilities are reserved for those strong in the dark side of the Force," Kadann said.
"Can you teach me to see Padme," Anakin asked, his sunken eyes looked at the dwarf.
"It is possible, I shall teach you but it will require you to become one with the dark side," Kadann said.
"I will do anything," Anakin told him.
BBY 2
As Anakin cracked down on all rebellious areas Mon Mothma took the opportunity to sign a treaty called the Corellian Treaty in honor of the deceased Garm. Bail Organa signed the treaty but did not make it publicly known. Hundreds of systems later decided to sign the treaty as it gain momentum.
To counter this growing threat Anakin created the position of Grand Admiral. Martio Batch, Nial Declann, Grant, Josef Grunger, Ishin-Il-Raz, Afsheen Makati, Danetta Pitta, Peccati Syn, Miltin Takel, Osvald Teshik, Rufaan Tigellinus, and Thrawn were all appointed to this position.
As Anakin began enslaving multiple non human planets the Imperial Fleet gathered strength. Anakin was further encouraged by the Death Star's construction hidden from view.
Leia became increasingly alarmed as her father became stronger in his dictatorial power. She requested that she be an intern under Bail Organa. "Why would you want to be an intern, you're a Jedi Knight?" Organa asked.
"I believe in your ideals," Leia replied.
Organa stared at the teenager. "Perhaps there is hope," he thought.
"Be at my office and don't be late," Organa smiled.
Luke was sent to the Death Star to serve under Grand Moff Tarkin. Separated from Mara Jade he made sure to send messages to her when he could. Although he couldn't reveal classified information it helped him get through his job. After the death of his mother and lack of any real excitement Luke fell into a mild depression. He would take it out on officers who would offend him.
BBY 1
Senator Bail Organa peered over Leia's work. "This is excellent," he said looking over a data pad.
"Thank you senator,' Leia said pleased.
"You could be a senator yourself," Bail Organa said.
"I am a Jedi, I couldn't," Leia protested.
"Your father is a Jedi and he's the chancellor," Organa reminded her as he took a seat.
"What are you saying, you have been Senator of Alderaan for 31 years," Leia smiled.
"Has it been that long?" Organa considered.
"I need to retire," Organa expressed while taking a sip of his drink.
"Who would replace you, Antilles maybe," Leia suggested.
"How about you?" Organa asked.
"You're serious," Leia frowned at him.
"I am serious, you would be a good senator," Organa said.
"I'm not even a native of Alderaan, it would never be allowed," Leia pointed out.
"Forget them, I need you," Organa said. "Here's a drink," Organa handed her.
"A toast to the next senator of Alderaan," Organa toasted.
Leia smiled relenting. "To the prosperity of Alderaan," they drank.
Knowing Anakin's tendencies Senator Organa knew he could make Leia his replacement before the emperor put an Imperial governor in his place. Any elections on Alderaan after his leave would surely be tilted toward Anakin's favorite.
Organa and Leia went into Anakin's chancellor room. Anakin looked up a little surprised seeing his daughter come in. "Bail," Anakin addressed. The two shook hands. "Father," Leia addressed.
"Your daughter is quite the worker, my best assistant, she is well liked by my other staff," Bail said.
"I see….that's excellent," Anakin replied.
"So what brings you into my office once again?" Anakin asked taking a seat.
"Well, you see I have formerly resigned from the Senate," Organa said.
"Resign?" Anakin asked confused and shocked.
"I feel my time is up, and someone should take my place," Organa said.
"Your term is not up until another year," Anakin noted.
"That is why I want to have Leia replace me for the rest of my term," Organa said.
"Leia, you would be Alderaan's senator?" Anakin asked.
"Yes, father. I know more about Alderaan than anyone and I can rule without being partial to the royal family," Leia said confidently.
"About the royal family, democracy calls that such an aristocracy be broken up, don't you think?" Anakin asked Leia.
"Well there are certain traditions…." Organa tried to say.
"Speak Leia," Anakin said testing her.
"Yes, if Alderaan were to have true democracy the royal family should be elected their positions," Leia said.
"The Royal Family holds considerable wealth. Where should such wealth be put?" Anakin asked Leia.
"It should be given to the people, it came from the people," Leia said.
"Good, I see you have learned much from Bail. I will appoint you as interim senator until the end of the term, you may run for reelection if Alderaan allows non-citizens to represent them," Anakin said.
Anakin had every intention of forcing Alderaan to change their citizen rules if need be in order to get his daughter a senate seat.
"You are following in your mother's footsteps, I know she would be proud," Anakin said.
"Thank you Father, that means a lot to me," Leia said, a sadness could be seen in her eyes.
Anakin stood up and addressed Organa. "Bail, you have been a good advisor, ally, and friend. I understand your reasoning for resigning, the old must pass power onto the young. One day my power will be transferred to someone younger who can take on the duties of this office," Anakin said secretly meaning his son.
"Maybe we can have tea on Alderaan," Organa suggested as they shook hands for the last time.
"I would like that," Anakin smiled.
Teaser:
"His respiratory system has been heavily damaged by the Vong's poisons, the acid has eaten away a considerable amount of his body," a medical officer said looking over the data.
Anakin was on the medical table, pieces of iron equipment caused his lungs to expand and contract. A control box was placed on the iron lung. The lights flashed as it monitored his life support systems.
"Due to the exposure, you will have to wear a mask to help you breath. You may take the mask off, but for only short periods of time," the medical officer warned.
Anakin nodded as the mask descended upon him. The mask hooked into his suit completely covering his face. Anakin's vision destroyed by the Vong's poisons turned red. His helmet slid on his forehead connecting to his mask's brow.
The table became upright. "Can you hear me Lord Vader," Admiral Thrawn asked.
"Yes," Darth Vader said as he deactivated the constraints. "We will destroy their entire race," Darth Vader told Thrawn.