#anakin solo had a lot to worry because of his namesake

[cienie-isengardu]

Okay, so there's something I've always wanted to know, and that's if the information that Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader were the same person in the Legends Universe? With Disney's sequels that knowledge seems to be out in the public. Anakin was so respected and admired during the Clone Wars and after that I don't know how anyone in universe would process that information (that isn't his own son).

The short asnwer is yes, there were informations about Anakin and Vader being the same person and depending on period of time, it was known to small group of people or it was common knowledge.

Like, during Empire/Rebellion era, there were plenty rumors and assumptionsabout Vader. That he was a fallen Jedi or machine/cyborg and so on. There were few people who knew for sure (Palpatine, Kenobi & Yoda). Some people figured it out on their own or had at least a really strong suspicion(Tarkin, prince Xizor, some Jedi who survived Order 66 (albeit most of them did not live long) or clone(s)) while some were told (Luke, Leia). But in general, during that time, Vader was seen as Emperor’s most loyal servant (monster) while Anakin Skywalker - if at all - wasassociatedwith late hero of Clone War.

After overthrowing the Empire, Luke and Leia weren’t to keen to tell everyone about their family relationship to Vader but both knew sooner than later the truth will come out (for example like here). In Legends, one of the first people to learn the truth about Vader, beside Luke & Leia’s the closest friends / family, were Luke’s new students/the next generation of Jedi. Mainly, because Luke did not want people to think/praise him he killed Emperor and for them to acknowledge that Anakin helped destroy Empire/Sith and he did return from Dark Side:

Brakiss’ head came up. “I thought you killed the Emperor?” Luke shook his head. “I caused the Emperor to be destroyed by reaching out to the good in Darth Vader and making him change his heart. I was just the instrument of change that allowed Darth Vader to redeem himself.”

I dimly recalled Luke having said that he had been turned back from the dark side by the love of his sister and friends. “You must have made a powerful appeal to him.”

“I did. Love is a powerful tool to employ against the dark side. My sister’s love saved me.” Luke hesitated for a moment. “And the love of a son for his father is what saved Darth Vader.” [I, Jedi]

Soon other people learned about Luke & Leia’s true father - both in New Republic and Empire (or what was left of it). During one of (new) crises, Senator Perimis did point out Leia and Luke’s connection to Vader:

“What I’ve learned in the months since I took my Council oath, what I’ve heard and seen today, alarms me profoundly. If I could, I would speak of this in the well of the Senate, before the eyes of the entire Republic. You have not bought security-you have built the machinery of oppression, and are about to hand it over to the progeny of the most brutal oppressor in history’s memory.

"I am deeply, unalterably opposed to arming the New Republic against its own members-”

“You are mistaken-” Admiral Ackbar began.

“That is what you’ve done! ” Senator Peramis said angrily. “The Fifth Fleet is a weapon of conquest and tyranny, nothing less and nothing more. And once a weapon is forged, it tantalizes, and tempts, and transfixes, until someone finds a reason to use it. You’ve given the son of Darth Vader a glittering temptation to follow his father’s path. You’ve given the daughter of Darth Vader a gift-wrapped invitation to secure her power by force of arms. [Before Storm]

And because of family connection to Vader, Leia’s children (Jaina, Jacen & Anakin) were in constant threat from the Empire from the moment they were born, since they were the grandchildren of Darth Vader.

That said, there were still plenty rumors and even holomovies like Luke Skywalker and the Jedi’s Revenge that actually made it hard to tell for sure was Anakin and Vader the same person or not. Also, people who actually knew Anakin not always believed he could became such cruel man (like Wald, a rodian childhood of Skywalker and Kitster seen in TPM).

And let’s not forget Leia who struggled with the truth about Vader for very long and decided to forgive him after she read Shmi’s journay that allowed Leia to see her father as something else than just a monster.

So, yeah, not all people believed that Anakin and Vader were the same person. There were also plenty people who wanted to use Vader’s children and grandchildren for their own schemes. Some actually wanted serve Skywalker-Solo family due to their connection to Vader (Noghri) and were proud to meet Vader’s descendents (Jori Lekauf). In short, In Legends there were awide range of acceptance (or not) of truth about Vader being once Anakin Skywalker.

[sithlordintraining]

The Search for the Phantom Menace, Honey

A/N: Aloha, I was surprised at how many people were actually interested in this. Here’s the second installment and here’s the second episode: ‘The Search for the Phantom Ramen, Baby’. It’s honestly not even close to the episode, but I have to try and stay true to the SWU. But, anyways I hope you enjoy.

Previous: Live with the Force, Honey

Narrator: A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away; Ben Solo: he's a dandy guy in space. He combs the galaxy like his hair on the hunt for aliens and any other things that people need smuggling. Planet after planet he searches, discovering bizarre relics and new creatures, both friendly and not. These are the spectacular adventures of Ben Solo and his brave space crew in space.

“Ben. Ben. Ben?” a voice called out.

Ben’s eyes slowly fluttered open to the sight of white fur. Maumau leaned over Ben, casting out the sun’s ray. Seeing his eyes open, Maumau moved, leaving the sun to blind Ben.

Shielding his eyes, Ben winced. “What happened? Where are we?” he asked.

‘‘It appears to be a little dwarf planet, Master Solo. Master Mau has been here before.” Threepio spoke up helping Ben to his feet.

Dusting himself off, Ben looked around observing various buildings and the diversity of all the species. “Okay? That still is a vague answer. Meow?”

“It’s Maumau!” He hissed. “Do you not remember when you pulled the string?”

“What string?” Ben kicked the sand. He truly hated it, it got everywhere.

“Oh Master Solo, I really do worry about your memory,” Threepio spoke up.

Letting out a frustrated sigh, he raked his long fingers through his dark hair. “Anyways, thanks for the concern. But would you care to tell me where we are?”

“Eh, it’s this little tiny planet on the outskirts of the system. It’s really famous for the phenomenon.”

“Phenomenon?” Ben quirked.

Narrator: Ah, yes! The phenomenon planet. It goes by many names and no name at all. Some of the phenomena include spontaneous combustion to spirits taking one owns body. Most of these were just mind tricks due to the blaring sun, where some would escape and find a new revelation. But, what Ben would encounter, would be far different than anyone else would.

Some would call it a phenomenon.

“What?” Ben tilted his head at his comrades as they walked through one of the buildings.

“No one said anything Master Solo. Are you feeling alright” Threepio asked.

“Yeah, I’m fine. It’s just-” Maumau cut Ben off. “The phenomenon.”

He’s a dumb one. . .your friend.

“I know.” Ben chuckled. Ben observed the paintings that hung in the halls, as C3-PO and Maumau talked amongst themselves.

“I think your master has lost it,” Maumau whispered to the gold bot.

“Oh, I really hope not. I do not know how to explain to his parents how he got in such a state under my supervision.” The two observed what appeared to Ben talk to himself.

“Who are you?” Ben questioned. There was silence on the other end. “Oh, so now you’re going to ignore me?”

You needn’t worry my child.

“I think I should so people don’t think I’m crazy!’” He flailed his arms at the voice, gaining the attention of everyone in the building. He continued down the hall ignoring all the looks.

Exiting the building, all three made their way to the field. There was a sly-looking man with four arms. He was playing some con game and was definitely making a lot of money. The three observed him closely. ‘His form was sloppy’ Ben thought. Ben knew he could make much more than this guy was making. Deciding to stroke his ego he played the next hand. Three plays later and Ben seemed to be losing his credits. Sucking his teeth, he only had three plays left.

Use the force.

Ben tilted his head, as the voice spoke again.

Use. The. Force.

“I’m a little rusty, but ok.” Playing his next hand, with the help of the force, he won.

“Oh!” Throwing his hands in the air as he doubled the credits he lost. Getting very cocky, by the last try, he decided to wage.

“If I win this last round, you give all these people their money back and I’ll take the rest.” The crowd behind him gasped as he pulled his lips into a smug smile. The man gritted his teeth but agreed to know that this wasn’t possible for him to win. Of course, unknown to anyone but Ben, the force was on his side. With the winning hand, the crowd erupted in a cheer as they lined up to retrieve their money.

You’re very powerful. And with my training, you could have even more.

“Oh Master Solo, I was certain that you were going to lose. But you have proved me wrong.” Threepio exclaimed. Rolling his eyes, Ben shot him a ‘thanks’.

“Solo?” The four-armed man looked at the trio as two more four-armed men walked behind him. They were bigger than him. Much bigger.

“Solo? Like the smuggler Han Solo? You’re his son!” The red crept onto Ben’s face while he scratched the back of his neck. “Your mother is Leia Organa! Your uncle is Luke Skywalker! You cheated! You used the force!”

Ben ran pushing through the crowd, with his two comrades in tow. The built men followed behind them as the made their way to the falcon. Running up the ramp, Ben lightly jogged to the pilot seat and turned on the machine. “Strap in, we’re going to Ahch-To.”

Narrator: Ah, Ahch-To. (God Bless you.) The home of the First Jedi Temple and Jedi Master Luke Skywalker. It’s quite the site with its expanse bodies of water, decorated with rocky islands and sprinkled with green; it’s truly a place of serenity. . .with the occasional sound of young padawans yelling along the meadows. Now, we follow Ben making a special visit to his Uncle for more on the force. Oh! And of course, how could I forgot his cousin-

“Rey!” Ben jumped onto the floating meditating figure.

“Urgh, Ben!” She opened her eyes. “Get. Off. Of me.” She said through gritted teeth. Dropping all his weight on her, he giggled. Using the force, she ‘gently’ pushed him off of her.

“Hey! I just wanted to say hi to my favorite cousin!” Ben wiggled on his back like a turtle. Rey got up and peered over him.

“Only cousin.” She stated matter-of-factly.

“Uh-uh. We all know Uncle Lando has plenty of cousins out there for us.” Ben got up with a crack in his bones.

“Hello Miss Rey, how are you?” C3-PO interjected.

With a warm smile appearing on her face, she sighed. “I’m fine, thank you C3-PO. And who are you?” She furrowed her brows at the standing cat.

“I’m Maumau and you’re Rey, the force prodigy, daughter of Luke Skywalker. You’re the most talented and beautiful Jedi I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting.” Maumau stared in awe at the girl. Her dimples protruded as she twirled the strays that adorned her face. “Why thank you!”

“Anyway,” Ben rolled his eyes “Where’s your father?”

“Why?” She picked up her belongings off the ground.

Scrunching up his face, he messed with her three buns held tightly on her head. “Because I need to talk to him Bunny.” He smirked, while Rey shot him a look. She absolutely hated that nickname.

“Ok!” Ben put his hands up in surrender. “Don’t slice me with your lightsaber. Just show me where your father is.”

Narrator: As the two Skywalker kin walked through the meadow to the Temple. The First Order’s General was meeting with his boss, Supreme Leader Snoke.

“I’ve been able to contact Ben Solo through the force,” Snoke spoke.

Hux bowed. “And did you find anything?”

“He is beginning to wonder more and more about the force. Due to his short training of it, he is still unsure of his meaning in all of this. I persuaded him to use it. He is strong.” Hux stood in silence waiting for him to continue. “He’s off to visit his uncle.”

“He’s on Ahch-To.? Would you like a fleet to be sent to My Lord?” Hux asked.

“No, it is too risky.” Snoke mulled over his thought. “I’ll watch him carefully with the force.”

-Transmission Terminated-

Narrator: It’s been years since Ben had stepped foot on Ahch-To. And years since he’s talked to his Uncle about the ways of the force.You see, Ben has always been strong in the force. It was inevitable, seeing how skilled the men in his family were. But, training under the Jedi, he couldn’t help but feel the pull to the dark side. Voices constantly taunted him day and night the more he progressed. As much as he admired his grandfather’s leadership skills, he couldn’t succumb.  With this, he decided to end his training.

With Luke in sight, Ben mustered up a throaty laugh. “Do you always just stand on a cliff overlooking. . .whatever?” Ben asked.

Luke turned around removing his hood. He sent him a small smile at the sight of his only nephew. “Ben.”

“Uncle.” He nodded.

“Oh, Master Luke!”

“C3-PO.”

Casting his eyes down. “MauMau.” Maumau stood there with tears brimming in his eyes. “Jedi Master Knight, the incredible, Luke Skywalker.” He bowed, receiving a nod from Luke.

“What brings you to the temple, Ben?” Luke asked.

“The voice. It spoke to me again.”

Luke looked to Rey asking for privacy.  The three left leaving Ben and Luke alone.

“What did it say?” Luke questioned.

“It wanted me to use the force and told me how powerful I would be if they trained me.”

There was a heavy silence between the two men.

“Would you like to pick up where-”

“No!” Ben stood up. “No, I don’t want too! Why does it always come after me?”

“You can’t control your position in the Universe, nor the life you were born into.” He sighed, getting up and laying a hand on his nephew’s shoulder.

Closing his eyes, Ben was suddenly brought to somewhere unknown. Physically, he knew he wasn’t there. This must’ve been some type of force memory. Before he was a man that he had heard many stories of growing up, Obi-Wan Kenobi. He then spoke: “I have scanned this prophecy; it says only that a chosen one will be born and bring balance to the Force; nowhere does it say he has to be a Jedi.”

Narrator: Obi-Wan Kenobi. The legendary Jedi Knight, a sassy one at that, who then turned to Old Ben during his time of exile. (Also, Ben’s namesake.). The Jedi apprentice of the great Qui-Gon Jinn and master of both Anakin and Luke Skywalker. He was the first Knight to defeat a Sith Lord, Darth Maul; which I personally think was one of the best duels that I’ve ever had the pleasure of ominously witnessing. And don’t get me started on the Battle of Mustafar, having the high ground is a very good advantage. Just ask Darth Vader.

With a sigh, Ben opened his eyes and turned to his uncle.

“Thank you.” He nodded walking towards the door.

“Ben?” Luke called out. “May the force be with you.”

A gently tug of his lips, he huffed. “And you, Uncle.”

Making his way back to the others, he sighed. He’s had enough of all the seriousness. He just wanted to have fun. Looking over his shoulder, he decided to make his escape. He was sure that Rey wouldn’t mind spending a few hours with her fans. Running to the Falcon he made his way to the nearest BooBies.

Shuffling in, he made his way to the bar. Prepared to drink his way into fun, he saw a familiar face.

“Baby?”

“Ben!” You ran and hugged him.

“You remember me?” His arms slowly made their way around you.

“Of course I did.” You smiled. “How can I forget someone as handsome as you?”

Earning a blush, he scratched the back of his neck. You scrunched your face. You could tell something was wrong. “What’s wrong?”

He looked at you in shock and unsure of what to tell you. Sighing, he contemplated for a moment. For some odd reason, he wanted to tell you. “It’s just. I feel like I have so much pressure on me. Ever since I was born, there’s been so many high expectations of me. And I thought to do the opposite of what everyone expected, would make me feel better. But it doesn’t.” He put his face in the palm of his hands.

“It sounds to me like you’re a very important person to a lot of people.”

He huffed “I guess you can say that.”

“Well, you shouldn’t stress yourself out of what people think about you or how you should be. But, you should be happy that you have people that think you’re important and want nothing but the best for you.” you sent him a smile that made his heart flutter.

“Trust me Baby, being important ain’t the chobb’s knob.” He turned looking at you once more.

“Well, not being important isn’t either.” You presented a smiled, but your eyes couldn’t hide the hurt.

Ben’s features softened even more. He wanted nothing more to know why she felt this why and maybe even show her she wasn’t.

Through passion. . . You gain strength.

To be continued. . .

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