Star Wars Proves Killing Qui-Gon Was Essential to the Sith's Success
Refusing to be blinded by Coruscant's politics, the Star Wars comic series Age of the Republic emphasizes how Qui-Gon Jinn represents the best of the Order. If there were more Jedi who followed his moral philosophy and acted as guardians of peace rather than warriors, it's clear the Sith's return under Emperor Palpatine would have been impossible.
In Star Wars: Age of Republic — Qui-Gon Jinn (2018) #1, Qui-Gon is on a planet called Br'in defending the Priestess of Wood from blaster fire. When surrounded, the priestess refers to Qui-Gon as a mighty «Jedi Warrior,» which Qui-Gon corrects by saying he«was sent to find a peaceful solution» rather than fight. Upon their escape to Coruscant, Qui-Gon voices his inquisitive concerns about the Jedi's purpose to Grandmaster Yoda.
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When Qui-Gon speaks with Yoda, he says the Jedi «are seen as soldiers. Servants of politicians. With little mention of the Force itself.» He explains, «Perhaps the Jedi Council residing in Coruscant is part of the problem. The Jedi are used as a weapon of the Republic and are seen as such. Perhaps even by Jedis themselves.» He concludes his opinion by believing «there is a loss of vision.» To find answers, Qui-Gon travels to a planet filled with greenery and receives a vision through the Force. Qui-Gon's understanding reveals itself when he proclaims, «violence sows the seeds of the dark side. Unchecked, the Jedi could become that which they fight against.» The issue ends with Qui-Gon telling Yoda, «What is the Jedi's purpose if not balance?» The issue comes from Jody Houser and Cory Smith.
Qui-Gon's prophetic vision in Age of Republic and his discussions with Yoda
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