Maris Brood was not a Sith, nor a conventional Jedi. A survivor of Order 66, she turned to the dark side out of fear and desperation, wielding dual red shoto lightsabers and mastering Force Beast Control. Her story is one of survival, aggression, and the struggle between light and dark.

Early Life and Jedi Training

Maris, of Zabrak heritage, displayed Force sensitivity from a young age. She trained at the Jedi Temple on Coruscant, learning discipline, balance, and control. However, her impulsive nature and reliance on instinct made her fiercely independent but left her vulnerable to fear and anger — traits that would later shape her downfall.

Order 66 and Hiding on Felucia

Maris survived the purge of Order 66, fleeing Coruscant and finding refuge on Felucia. Under Jedi Master Shaak Ti, she honed survival skills and Force techniques, though her impatience and fear grew, pushing her closer to the dark side.

Fall to Darkness and Dual Red Shotos

After Shaak Ti’s death at the hands of Starkiller, Maris embraced darkness for survival. She forged two red shoto lightsabers and developed Force Beast Control to command Felucia’s wildlife, including a massive bull rancor as her guardian. Her fighting style became ferocious, chaotic, and unpredictable.

Confrontation with Starkiller

Maris ambushed Starkiller, using dual shotos in acrobatic, multi-angle attacks. She combined speed, unpredictability, and her Force-controlled rancor to gain advantage. Despite her ferocity, Starkiller’s precision and experience led to her defeat. Yet, he spared her life, leaving Maris to choose her own path.

Legacy of the Rogue Padawan

Maris Brood exemplifies the consequences of fear, desperation, and survival in the Star Wars universe. Neither Sith nor Jedi, she navigated a personal path, mastering dual shoto combat and living to tell her story. Her choices hint at redemption, mystery, and the enduring influence of rogue Force users.