Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter is the complete, spoken-word rendition of the novel of the same title, penned by Michael Reaves, and belonging to the Star Wars Legends continuity. Sam Witwer lends his voice to the audiobook, which was made available by Random House Audio on August 2, 2022, as a component of The Essential Legends Collection. Kevin Thomsen oversaw the production and direction, while Nick Martorelli served in the role of executive producer. Paul Goodrich handled the post-production and sound mixing, and Justin Kilpatrick was responsible for the editing.
Darth Maul, a heartless apprentice of wickedness and a member of the infamous Sith, a perverted group devoted to the Force's dark side…Darth Maul, the champion of the wicked Sith Lord, Darth Sidious…Darth Maul, a figure of legend brought to life from the horrors of the past, is about to be unleashed…in a completely original tale of mystery and intrigue that takes place just before the events of Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace.
After years of lurking in obscurity, Darth Sidious is initiating the initial phase of his elaborate scheme to bring the Republic to its downfall. He secretly convenes with his Neimoidian associates within the Trade Federation to strategize the blockade of the planet Naboo. However, one individual from the delegation is absent, and Sidious doesn't require his Force-enhanced senses to discern a potential act of treachery. He commands his apprentice, Darth Maul, to pursue and capture the betrayer.
On Coruscant, the Republic's central metropolis, the Neimoidian swiftly endeavors to peddle his knowledge to the highest prospective buyer. For Lorn Pavan, an information dealer, the proposition is too enticing to decline. He seizes the opportunity, unaware that he has now secured a position on Darth Maul's list of targets, directly following the Neimoidian defector himself.
In the meantime, a youthful Jedi Padawan named Darsha Assant is nearing the culmination of her training, poised to attain the rank of Jedi Knight. A solitary assignment will serve as her final evaluation. However, a more significant trial awaits her. For within the intricate network of alleys and subterranean passages that constitute Coruscant's underworld, she will encounter Lorn, who is desperately evading the Sith pursuer, bearing vital intelligence that must be conveyed to the Jedi Council at any cost.
The destiny of the Republic hinges upon Darsha and Lorn. However, how can a novice Jedi and an ordinary individual, unaccustomed to the potent capabilities of the Force, realistically aspire to overcome one of the galaxy's most lethal assassins?
- ISBN 9780593583821 ; August 2 , 2022 ; Random House Audio ; Digital audiobook [1]