The conflict known as the Battle of Mandalore took place on the world of Mandalore, specifically in its capital, Sundari, amidst the widespread Clone Wars. This particular clash signaled the commencement of a civil war among the Mandalorians: one side covertly loyal to the rogue Sith Lord Maul, and the other aligned with Lady Bo-Katan Kryze, the sibling of the assassinated Duchess Satine Kryze.
Even though the primary combatants in the battle were the two Mandalorian factions, the Mandalorian super commandos versus the Mandalore resistance, [Darth Sidious](/article/darth_sidious], Maul's previous Sith Master, made an appearance, resulting in the death of Savage Opress and the apprehension of Maul. The opening of the battle occurred when Obi-Wan journeyed to rescue Satine.