Darth Revan's Quest for the True Sith: An Intriguing Theory and Its Relevance to Exegol

The idea that Darth Revan might have ventured into the Unknown Regions in search of the true Sith, particularly the hidden world of Exegol, is an intriguing concept but not explicitly supported by canon material. This theory explores the motivations and actions of one of the most complex and enigmatic figures in the Star Wars universe.

Exploring the Unknown Regions

Within the vast and expansive Star Wars universe, the Unknown Regions are uncharted territories beyond the edge of known space. These regions are filled with mystery and danger, making them a prime target for adventurers and explorers alike.

In the current canon, Exegol is depicted as a hidden Sith world in the Unknown Regions where Emperor Palpatine orchestrated the return of the Sith. While Revan's quest for understanding the Sith could theoretically align with a journey to Exegol, there are no canonical texts that confirm he sought out this specific world or the Emperor's hidden plans.

Revan's Journey Through the Mandalorian Wars

Let's delve into the premise based on the original story of KOTOR and KOTOR II, where Revan played a crucial role:

Initially, Revan was portrayed as a talented Force user and a great Jedi who extensively researched the ancient Sith and the dark side. He had many mentors, including arren Kae, who is heavily implied to be Kreia from KOTOR II. Revan returned to her before departing for the Mandalorian Wars.

During the Mandalorian Wars, Revan encountered the horrors and cruelties that drastically changed his idealistic views into cold, calculating ones. This experience caused him to view soldiers as pawns and to send them to their deaths for the ideals of the Republic, such as on the planet Dxun. In the late days of the war, Revan discovered the dark world of Malachor V, a then-agricultural world on the border of Mandalorian territory, despite the Mandalorians' reluctance to go there.

On Malachor V, Revan felt the power of the dark side, which he managed to control and gain power from. Here, he discovered the Academy of Trayus, an ancient structure built by the True Sith. This discovery led him to believe that the true Sith were not exterminated but were planning a massive attack on the galaxy, and that the Mandalorian Wars were orchestrated by them to weaken the galaxy.

Revan realized that he had no choice but to rebuild the Republic "in a better way" to withstand the impending invasion. He searched for the Star Forge but needed an army for his faction. The Republic army, however, stood with him only partially. He planned to construct a Mass Generator to cause a wound in the Force that would kill anyone not loyal to him, as well as a trap to destroy the Mandalorian forces.

The Fateful Decision and Consequences

At the middle of the battle, the Mass Generator was activated, destroying the majority of the Mandalorian fleet and soldiers not loyal to Revan. Revan returned to search for the last Mandalorians, leading him to the Star Forge. His primary goal was not to destroy the Republic but to conquer it without damaging key structures. However, his plans were disrupted by his treacherous apprentice, Malak, who thought Revan was too "soft."

Despite these challenges, the novel that attempted to connect the storylines between TOR and KOTOR II and the subsequent events retconned the idea of the True Sith, portraying them as a Galactic Empire knock-off. This portrayal made the "Sith Emperor" an all-powerful foe that could only be defeated by the Jedi Knight character of the MMO.

The character of the Exile (Revan) paired with a Jedi Knight was tasked with destroying the Sith "empire," but was backstabbed by the future Jedi Knight's companion, a renegade Sith Lord known as Scourge. This betrayal led to the Exile's death, Revan's imprisonment for 300 years, and his eventual resurrection to be killed again.

These events in TOR undermined the original story of KOTOR and made Revan's purpose seem selfish rather than altruistic.

Conclusion and Speculation

While the theory of Revan venturing into the Unknown Regions in search of the True Sith, particularly Exegol, remains speculative within the context of existing lore, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the complex motivations and actions of one of the most enigmatic characters in the Star Wars universe.

Despite the lack of explicit canonical support for this theory, it invites fans to explore the vast and uncharted territories of the Star Wars universe and imagine the untold stories of these mythical worlds.