Introduction

The Star Wars universe has always been rich with complex and intriguing characters, and one such character is Darth Revan. Once considered a mere rumor in the intergalactic saga, Revan's journey from the Legends universe to becoming an official part of the Star Wars canon is a fascinating story. This article delves into the recent developments in Revan's status within the Star Wars universe and explores the implications of his canonization.

Darth Revan: Legends to Canon

The path to Revan's official canonization in the Star Wars universe was a long and winding road. Initially introduced in the video game Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (KOTOR) as a key character, Revan was part of the Legends or Expanded Universe (EU) lore. This universe, which predates Disney's acquisition of Lucasfilm, was rich with a variety of stories and characters, many of them still celebrated by fans today.

However, with the lineage of Star Wars expanding under Disney, and with the acquisition of Lucasfilm in 2012, the Legends universe was redefined. This led to the eventual canonization of certain characters and events which had previously been part of Legends. The character of Revan fell under this umbrella. In 2019, Revan was reintroduced to the canon through the game Star Wars: Jedi: Fallen Order, marking a significant shift in the Star Wars narrative.

The Current Status of Darth Revan

While Revan has now been canonized in the Star Wars universe, the specific details of his character remain largely in question. As Ryan C. McGreal, a Star Wars historian, notes, "Darth Revan has been officially canonized. However, only his existence has been canonized; all his backstory remains completely in limbo." This means that while his name as a Sith Legion in The Rise of Skywalker expanded novel has been confirmed, much of his backstory is still rooted in the Legends universe.

In 1979, MC Shan published a poem titled “900 Years of Emperors”, and in 2013, the Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series featured a deleted scene where a character asks "did you know Darth Revan once appeared in 900 Years of Emperors?" This further adds to the intrigue and mystery surrounding the character.

The Limitations and Future Prospects

Despite being officially canonized, Revan's background remains a mystery. There is no definitive information about his idealistic Jedi-to-Sith-to-Jedi turnaround, his role in the Republic's war with the Mandalorians, or his legendary powers and abilities. Disney has made it clear that they intend to flesh out Revan's backstory at some point, but the timing and specifics are yet to be revealed.

The good news is that Revan's legion in the Sith Eternal is now part of canon, and this opens up possibilities for numerous story arcs and plot developments. While Disney may decide to 'reinvent' Revan in their own image, the fact that he has been officially canonized means there is much more to explore and discover about this enigmatic figure.

Conclusion and Future Prospects

The canonization of Darth Revan marks a significant moment in the ongoing storytelling of the Star Wars universe. While his backstory remains in the realm of Legends, his inclusion in the canon opens up exciting new possibilities for various forms of media. As fans eagerly await the future of the Star Wars narrative, it will be interesting to see how Revan fits into the bigger picture and continues to evolve.