Star Wars: Maestro del mal (novela)

In the early days of Emperor Palpatine's rise to power, the true nature of his most sinister enforcer remains a mystery. Darth Vader is a figure both commanding and elusive; a shadow cast by the malevolent Imperial regime, unfathomable even to high-ranking officers. But as his identity fuels the flames of myth, Vader remains tormented by the promises of the dark side, driving him to seek the ultimate power his master hinted at but which he jealously guards: the power to subdue death. On the volcanic planet of Mustafar, Vader performs a dark ritual, drawing blood from a kyber crystal to forge his lightsaber. This unleashes a power far greater than anticipated, allowing him a glimpse into the Force's limitless potential. Vader is determined to pursue this path, regardless of the Emperor's orders.