When Darth Maul died, he was talking about Luke Skywalker.
Maul's Dying Prophecy
In his final moments, as Obi-Wan Kenobi held him on Tatooine, Maul's thoughts turned to the galaxy's future. He looked to Kenobi and asked if the young man Kenobi was protecting—Luke—was indeed the Chosen One. Upon Kenobi's affirmative reply, Maul whispered his last words: "He.. will avenge.. us."
This poignant exchange highlights Maul's desperate hope that Luke Skywalker would ultimately bring about the downfall of the Sith. Maul, having been a victim of the Sith's manipulations himself, expressed a desire for retribution against their shared enemies. His dying prophecy placed this profound burden and hope entirely on Luke, believing he would avenge the suffering inflicted upon both Maul and Kenobi by figures like Darth Sidious and the Empire.
Key Moments of Maul's Demise
- Setting: The desolate, twin-sunned sands of Tatooine.
- Combatants: The culmination of a long-standing rivalry between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Darth Maul.
- Outcome: A weakened Maul is swiftly defeated by Obi-Wan in a short, decisive duel.
- Maul's Inquiry: As he lay dying in Kenobi's arms, Maul used his last breaths to confirm the identity of the Chosen One, asking about Luke Skywalker.
- Last Words: "He.. will avenge.. us." These words signify a shared burden and a final hope for cosmic balance against the dark side.
- Significance: A rare moment of understanding and shared purpose between two lifelong adversaries, both having been profoundly shaped by the machinations of the Sith.
Character | Role in Final Scene | Key Action/Dialogue |
---|---|---|
Darth Maul | Dying, seeking assurance | "Is he the chosen one?" |
Obi-Wan Kenobi | Holding Maul, confirming | "He is." |
Luke Skywalker | Unseen, subject of prophecy | "He.. will avenge.. us." (Maul's final words) |