This Forgotten Jedi Nearly Ended the Clone Wars Before It Began

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In the prequel trilogy, numerous new Jedi characters were introduced, with some like Mace Windu becoming beloved fan-favorites for their film actions. However, most of these characters took a back seat, such as Coleman Trebor, a Jedi Master and member of the Jedi High Council who appeared in Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones. He was present for only a few scenes and had no dialogue in the movie. Remarkably, he came very close to altering the entire Star Wars saga significantly. In Attack of the Clones, Coleman had the chance to either capture or eliminate Count Dooku, an act that could have prevented the four years of conflict known as the Clone Wars. Regrettably, Coleman’s plans were thwarted by the bounty hunter Jango Fett, leaving him with a minimal impact on galactic history.

In certain Canon sources, such as “Ultimate Star Wars,” some details about the background of the character named Coleman have been disclosed. Originally from the planet Sembla, his species called him Vurk. Despite being an accomplished warrior, Coleman was more inclined towards resolving conflicts through peaceful dialogue. He gained a reputation among the Jedi for his composed and logical demeanor. Just prior to the incidents in “Attack of the Clones,” a mission he was on took an unfortunate turn. Although the specifics of his death were clarified in a comic book from the now-defunct Legends continuity, the current Canon leaves his fate uncertain. However, before these events, Coleman was selected to fill Yarael’s seat on the Jedi Council, although he wouldn’t maintain this position for long.

Jango Fett Killed Coleman Trebor in the Petranaki Arena

  • Coleman’s head was modeled after that of a Parasaurolophus.
  • Coleman was named after Robert Coleman, the film’s animation director.

In “Attack of the Clones”, Coleman was among several individuals involved in rescuing Padmé Amidala, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker from the Petranaki Arena. As the fight ensued, Coleman engaged Dooku, who observed the commotion safely perched on a balcony overlooking the arena. Without uttering a word, Coleman activated his lightsaber in readiness for combat against the Sith Lord; however, he was interrupted by Jango. Jango pulled out his WESTER-34 blaster pistol and shot at Coleman. He managed to deflect two blaster shots, but two more hit him in the abdomen, causing him to fall off the balcony. This marked a swift and undignified end for a Jedi Master, particularly one who had risen through the ranks of the Jedi Council.

The primary intention of this particular scene was to underscore Jango’s formidable combat skills. Although he is renowned as one of the galaxy’s most skilled assassins, it appeared doubtful that a human wielding a blaster could withstand an army of Jedi. In his previous fight sequence, he barely managed to keep pace against Obi-Wan Kenobi and withdrew before the confrontation reached its climax. Thus, by having Jango easily eliminate a member of the Jedi Council, the movie portrayed him as a genuine menace. It was evident that Count Dooku had full faith in Jango’s capabilities, as he made no attempt to draw his lightsaber or take any defensive measures against Coleman. Now that the audience understood that Jango could slay a Jedi, there was greater apprehension when…

Coleman Trebor Could Have Saved the Star Wars Galaxy

In the aftermath of the Battle of Geonosis, a victory for the Galactic Republic that I was part of, Count Dooku managed to slip away unharmed. For many years following, Dooku proved to be a persistent and troublesome adversary for our side. As the hidden apprentice of Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, he played a crucial role in igniting and prolonging the Clone Wars. Had Coleman been successful in either capturing or eliminating Dooku during that battle, it’s likely that the Clone Wars would have been short-lived or significantly less protracted. As depicted in Star Wars: Episode III – Revenge of the Sith, the Confederacy of Independent Systems crumbled swiftly following Dooku’s downfall.

Dooku’s defeat at the hands of Coleman could have potentially spared Anakin Skywalker from succumbing to the Dark Side. However, it was under Palpatine’s request that he subsequently executed the helpless Sith Lord, marking a significant milestone in his transformation into Darth Vader. It’s important to note that even without Jango Fett’s involvement, it’s unlikely Coleman could have defeated Dooku. In fact, it seems more plausible that Dooku would have emerged victorious. Dooku was renowned as one of the galaxy’s finest lightsaber duelists, and in “Attack of the Clones”, he managed to outwit Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, and even Master Yoda. It’s intriguing to ponder over how a seemingly insignificant character like Coleman could have almost reshaped galactic history in such a profound way.

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2025-05-25 03:35