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    Star Wars: Darth Bane: Rule of Two

    Written by Drew Karpyshyn

    Narrated by Jonathan Davis

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    About this audiobook

    In the New York Times bestseller Darth Bane: Path of Destruction, Drew Karpyshyn painted a gripping portrait of a young man's journey from innocence to evil. That man was Darth Bane, a twisted genius whose iron will, fierce ambition, and strength in the dark side of the Force made him a natural leader among the Sith-until his radical embrace of an all-but-forgotten wisdom drove him to destroy his own order . . . and create it anew from the ashes. As the last surviving Sith, Darth Bane promulgated a harsh new directive: the Rule of Two.

    Two there should be; no more, no less.
    One to embody the power, the other to crave it.

    Now Darth Bane is ready to put his policy into action, and he thinks he has found the key element that will make his triumph complete: a student to train in the ways of the dark side. Though she is young, Zannah possesses an instinctive link to the dark side that rivals his own. With his guidance, she will become essential in his quest to destroy the Jedi and dominate the galaxy.

    But there is one who is determined to stop Darth Bane: Johun Othone, Padawan to Jedi Master Lord Hoth, who died at Bane's hands in the last great Sith War. Though the rest of the Jedi scoff at him, Joshua's belief that there are surviving Sith on the loose is unshakeable.

    As Johun continues his dogged pursuit of the man who killed his master, Zannah, faced unexpectedly with a figure from her past, begins to question her embrace of the dark side. And Darth Bane is led by Force-induced visions to a moon where he will acquire astonishing new knowledge and power-power that will alter him in ways he could never have imagined. . . .
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherPenguin Random House Audio
    Release dateOct 30, 2012
    ISBN9780385361842
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    Star Wars: Darth Bane: Rule of Two
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    Drew Karpyshyn

    Drew Karpyshyn is the New York Times bestselling author of Children of Fire as well as the Star Wars: The Old Republic novels Revan and Annihilation, and the Star Wars: Darth Bane trilogy: Path of Destruction, Rule of Two, and Dynasty of Evil. He also wrote the acclaimed Mass Effect series of novels and worked as a writer/designer on numerous award-winning videogames. After spending most of his life in Canada, he finally grew tired of the long, cold winters and headed south in search of a climate more conducive to year-round golf. Drew Karpyshyn now lives in Texas with his wife, Jennifer, and a variety of four-legged companions.

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    • 3/5
      I have read a few of the Star Wars expanded fiction stuff. To be honest I am a big fan of Karyshyn's stuff. He has worked on Halo books as well as on the expanded universe for Mass Effect as well. This I a good intro into why there are only two sith, ever. Yet there is no reason to read it unless you are a fan of the Old Republic before the movies take place.
    • 5/5
      Star Wars Darth Bane Rule of two delves further into the origins of the coming about of the rule of two which Yoda makes reference to in Star Wars 1: The Phantom Menace. The book picks up almost right where the first left off and has the same feel as it's predecessor. Darth Bane continues on his quest for more power and control while his apprentice, Zannah also grows in her knowledge of the dark side. More great characters are introduced. More great battles take place. More action, adventure, epic story telling and the origins of Darth Bane are woven into this highly entertaining tale. It's a must!
    • 5/5
      A fantastic follow up to the first Darth Bane novel...continues to hold your attention as Bane introduces his own apprentice. I hope Karpyshyn keeps his toes in the Star Wars pool.
    • 4/5
      In the second book of the trilogy we’re following the story of Darth Bane, who now with great power and a disciple at his side rebuilds the Sith Order. Interesting and entertaining read.
    • 4/5
      This novel picks up right where Path of Destruction ended. It follows the story of Bane and his new apprentice Zannah. The same kind of action and intrigue from the first book of the series is also evident here, as Bane continues investigating the tombs of ancient Sith in order to obtain more holocrons and increase his knowledge and power. There are several very interesting components to this novel that add so much to the overall Sith mythos such as orbelisks, the sith mystic arts, the making of sith holocrons, and the varying limits of both Sith and Jedi. As the series progresses, tensions rise between Zannah and Bane as it becomes closer and closer to Zannah confronting Bane and taking on her own apprentice. The relationships between the two characters, entwined with the development of Bane’s power and the ultimate showdown with the Jedi make this a wonderful addition to the Bane Trilogy.
    • 5/5
      Darth Bane dwells further into the dark side and discovers that the true approach to victory is through another at your side. Through the Rule of Two: One master, and one apprentice. Through this philosophy Darth Bane took up a student of his own, Zannah. Together they foresee history leading them through triumphant victories. Join the Dark Side through another one of Drew Karpyshyn’s Del Rey novels and unleash the plot that is the Rule of Two. Star Wars: Darth Bane: Rule of Two is an excellent part of the Darth Bane Trilogy, creating the history of the creation of such an iconic philosphy. This is a must read for any fan of the Dark Side.- Wuher MosEisley
    • 4/5
      The story of Darth Bane continues, following the training of his apprentice Rain as well as several Jedi survivors of the war. Johun remains tied to Chancellor Valorum and the politics of Corusant as Farfalla and the remaining Jedi work with the republic following a series of reforms binding them more closely to the Senate. While Rain’s training progresses, Bane slowly recovers Sith holocrons and artifacts in his relentless search to uncover the lost powers and teachings of the distant past.
    • 4/5
      I'm going to begin by saying I'm a Star Wars fan. That is to say, I enjoyed the original films - and yes, I do think they should have been left alone and yes I do find a lot to hate in the prequel trilogy - and believe there are lots of interesting concepts to explore in that universe. That does NOT mean that I think everything that gets branded Star Wars is amazing, I don't think Boba Fett is an awesome character who needs to be center stage of the galaxy, and I don't believe everything needs to be Star Wars all the time. I guess that might make me NOT a Star Wars fan by a lot of people's definition... oh well.

      I had to put that out there to preface my next statement. I absolutely HATE most Star Wars novels. I've read quite a few - generally because I need something to read, nothing else jumped out at me, they are cheap, found everywhere and make for quick reads in the bathroom or in doctor's waiting rooms. I find 90% of them to be nothing but better-edited fanfiction, constantly fapping about Obscure/Unimportant Character X and how they're REALLY the ones who saved the galaxy (Boba Fett being one of the most common, of course, and never mind anything like continuity or timelines.)

      This one is a little different. To be sure, there's the usual amount of geekdom present - being told exactly how a Holocron is made is a little tedious, and the frequent mention of "he dropped into Lightsaber Style III" or the like is decidedly dull description - but it doesn't drown you in such things. When it does, there's usually a purpose. (And when tossing about things like Lightsaber Style III, the way it's phrased makes you wonder if the author had a checklist somewhere and was paid to drop these terms in X times, lest he not be branded a Star Wars novel.) The difference here is that the author doesn't assume that everyone reading has read every single other Star Wars novel, seem every version of the films 8,000 times and is practicing their lightsaber combat and Force Choke abilities at home. So, while he might begin a paragraph with "Bane dropped into Lightsaber Style VI" - which is all many other authors, the supposedly great-and-illustrious Timothy Zahn among them, would have said on the matter - Karpyshyn instead continues with: "The fierce, aggressive style and its caution-be-damned, brutal overhead chops and quick, sneaking thrusts would serve well against the overly cautious Jedi facing him." Now for someone who DOESN'T already know what Djem So is, we've just been taught. Even if we do - and I feel slightly ashamed to admit I do know these things - we aren't just playing stock footage of Maul or Vader in our heads, we're seeing how Bane is doing it and why.

      That sums up why I rate this book so highly, in particular when compared to other Star Wars novels; the author is good. His language and technical style would be welcome among so-called "real" authors, and not just considered acceptable in the "barely above fanfiction" market that makes up most sci-fi serial novels. He explains things - not just in the "geeks will know this, tee hee" way, but in the "I'm painting you a picture" way - and does it well. He makes his characters believable rather than pulling from the stock tropes - Bane is a Sith Lord, yes... but he has feelings. He has logic. He has reasons to do things other than "I"m a Sith and spooky and evil, duh!" and those reasons are made understandable and, though terrible and often "evil," still intelligent and sympathetic. Unlike most Sith apprentices, Zannah isn't either the "mindless slave of the Dark Side" or the "troubled teen who must be returned to the light;" she has motivations, character conflict both internally and externally, and plans and feelings that aren't always focused on her standing as a Force-sensitive. Nearly every character is fleshed out and doesn't feel like you could replace them with any other character from any other Star Wars material. Saying Bane is a Sith Lord is telling you his job, not fully describing his character.

      The plot is decent, too. It feels more personal than a lot of similar novels. It's not about quashing the Galactic Republic - though that's one of the goals - it's not about disposing of the Jedi - though it's on the agenda, too. It's about one man on a quest to restore his religious/mystical beliefs to their proper state, and taking someone along for the ride with him. It's about a young woman growing up under the tutelage of someone who could be considered evil, twisted and vile... but still coming out a whole person with complex emotions both regarding herself and her master and the world around her. Also, thankfully, there are no insane alien creatures developing ever-better methods of countering Jedi and Sith (IE: D&D Power-Mongering, which seems to be what most Star Wars novels are about) and there are no planet-destroying space stations (because, really, how many of those can there be before the Republic/Jedi Order/Sith/Whoever-Has-To-Stop-It-This-Time just get bored and say "Really? Again?" before traipsing off to blow it up.)

      Overall, I would recommend it, even to people who aren't normally into Star Wars; it stands as a decent sci-fi novel almost in spite of its origins, and Karpyshyn is always worth at least a peek, even if a lot of folks belittle him for his choice in subject matter. It shows "Hey, just because this is geek/movie/video game material doesn't mean you can't hold it to the same standard as any other fiction," and then surpasses that standard admirably.
    • 4/5
      The second in the Darth Bane trilogy by Drew Karpyshyn, Rule of Two picks up right where Path of Destruction left off, on Ruusan after Lord Kaan set off the thought bomb killing himself and his Brotherhood of Darkness, along with General Hoth and 100 Jedi from the Army of the Light. Rain has attached herself to Darth Bane and he has accepted her as his apprentice. The Jedi believe that all the Sith are now dead, except one Jedi Padawan, Johun Othone. However, no one believes his claim. Ten years later and Zannah is now deep into her Sith training as Darth Bane searches the universe for information to create his own Sith Holocron. A great episode in the Star Wars saga, The Rule of Two immediately sucks you in to Bane’s mind, as scary as that is. Drew Karpyshyn has actually made Darth Bane and his apprentice … likeable. You almost feel that if only they had one more chance, they would play with puppies and bake cupcakes.
    • 4/5
      This is totally more interesting then the first book. Better put together too. Although this one sounded like it was more rushed. The story line of Bane's apprentice Zannah is the most compelling plot line. Bane's was ok, just a lot of him searching out information but not really doing much. General Hoth's apprentice Johun is developed over the course of the book. He was trying to live up to General Hoth's ideals. Also him protecting Chancellor Valorim's ancestor Chancellor Valorim was pretty cool too. And also a small plot in there about the Count's of Serenno where Duko descends from is pretty fun too. Again this is a dark demented book. Your cheering for Bane and Zannah to unleash the power of the dark side and kill everyone and defeat the Jedi. There is a really awesome battle at the end where Bane and Zannah take on 5 Jedi. Would love to see that filmed. Not as much action as some other Star Wars books. Though since Bane and Zannah need to hide they can't revel themselves. But really well done and well written.
    • 4/5
      A good followup to Path of Destruction. Darth Bane spends less time on camera in this book, with more being given to his apprentice, her cousin, and the Jedi who has reason to believe the Sith were not entirely wiped out in the Seventh Battle of Ruusan. He continues to do an excellent job of making people who follow the dark side into sympathetic characters. This series is a must-read for anyone who wants to create Sith villains for their Star Wars game.