The Republic appears at peace, defended by the Jedi Knights. But a hidden Sith Lord, Darth Sidious, is building power and plotting to destroy the Jedi. Led by Yoda, the Jedi have grown remote from those they serve, heedless of growing corruption and lawlessness - and blind to the plot against their Order.

Yet the age of heroes is not over yet. Jedi such as Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi remain faithful servants of the Republic, as do idealistic politicians such as Padme Adidala. And the Force is stirring. Anakin Skywalker is thought to be the Chosen One expected to bring balance to the Force, but his descent into darkness will help end both the Republic and the Jedi, creating a new galactic order.