Fate of the Jedi: Outcast is the complete, spoken-word edition of Aaron Allston's Star Wars Legends book, sharing the same title. Marc Thompson narrates this audiobook, which Random House Audio launched on March 24, 2009. It was available as both a downloadable file and an eight-disc CD collection. Kevin Thomsen directed the project, while Dan Zitt acted as the executive producer.
HERE BEGINS THE NEXT EXCITING INSTALLMENT IN THE STAR WARS SAGA...
The Galactic Alliance is struggling after a brutal civil conflict and the destruction caused by Darth Caedus, who has now fallen. Politicians, influential figures, and military leaders from various locations are gathering on Coruscant for a vital summit. Their goal is to restore order, resolve disagreements, and shape the destiny of their united planets. However, the most pressing and uncertain issue is the future of the Jedi.
In a surprising action, Natasi Daala, the Chief of State, orders Luke Skywalker's arrest. She blames him for his failure to prevent Jacen Solo's descent into darkness and his subsequent reign of terror as a Sith Lord. This is just the beginning of an anti-Jedi movement, fueled by a hostile government and a distrustful public. When Jedi Knight Valin Horn, from a politically powerful family, experiences a mysterious mental breakdown and becomes a dangerous fugitive, the Jedi become the target of a media-driven campaign. Faced with potential conviction, Luke has only one option: to make a deal with the calculating Daala. He offers his freedom in exchange for being exiled from Coruscant and the Jedi Order.
Despite being forbidden from interfering in Jedi matters, Luke is determined to prevent history from repeating itself. Accompanied by his son, Ben, Luke embarks on a journey to uncover the shocking truth behind Jacen Solo's corruption and downfall. However, the secrets he discovers among the enigmatic Force mystics of the remote world of Dorin may bring his quest—and his life—to an abrupt end. Meanwhile, another Jedi Knight, consumed by the same madness as Valin Horn, is heading towards Coruscant on a terrifying mission that could spell the end of the Jedi Order . . . and devastate the entire galaxy.
- ISBN 9780739376614 ; CD format, released March 24, 2009 by Random House Audio [4]
- ISBN 9780739376621 ; Digital version, released March 24, 2009 by Random House Audio [1]