Anakin Skywalker
Chosen One
Raised as a Jedi Knight, but fell to the dark side and became 'Darth Vader', one of the rulers of the Galactic Empire—a young hero.
Quotes
- You were the chosen one!
- I hate you!
- I love you.
- I will not lose you the way I lost my mother.
- The Force is strong with me.
Trivia
- Genius mechanic who built the C-3PO prototype himself.
- Said to have the highest midichlorian count in the Force.
- Spent his childhood as a slave.
- As Darth Vader, clad in a black mechanical suit.
- Denied promotion to Jedi Master by the Council.
- Strongly attached, extremely feared losing loved ones.
Alternate names
Ani
Darth Vader
Annakin Skywalker
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Galactic-era human male. In his youth, a fine young man with light brown hair and height of 182 cm. After transforming into Darth Vader, wears a black cyborg suit and mask.
- Height
- Approx. 182cm
- Eye color
- Brown
- Hair color
- Brown
- Distinguishing features
-
- Boyish facial features during light side phase
- Black mask and suit after falling to dark side
- Equipped with mechanical prosthetic hand and leg
- Iconic items
-
- Lightsaber (blue)
- Lightsaber (dual wielding)
- Black cyborg suit
- Breathing mask
- Jedi robe
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Conflicted
- Detailed personality
- Had a harsh childhood as a slave, but grew into a Jedi through his high Force potential and strong will. Extremely passionate and brave, but also prone to being swayed by attachments, anger, and impatience, sometimes lacking calmness. This led to frequent conflicts with his master and the Jedi Council, ultimately causing him to fall to the dark side.
- Keywords
-
- Brave
- Passionate
- Attachment
- Reckless
- Fierce anger
- Kindness
- Arrogance
- Genius mechanic
- Talents
-
- Immense Force potential
- Exceptional piloting skills
- High spatial awareness
- Mechanic talent
- Advanced combat abilities
- Skills
-
- Lightsaber combat (two-handed, dual wielding)
- Force choke
- Tactical commander
- Information warfare (spy activities)
- Podracing
- Motivation
- Protecting loved ones, bringing balance to the Force, attaining ultimate power
- Habits
- Occasionally becomes emotionally agitated and short-tempered.
- Hobbies
- Podracing, Mechanical maintenance
- Favorite places
- Tatooine, Naboo
- Favorite colors
- Blue
- Disliked situations
- Oppression, Injustice
History
- Backstory
- Born and raised as a slave on Tatooine, immense Force potential discovered in early childhood. Discovered by Jedi Knight Qui-Gon Jinn, began the path of freedom and Jedi training. Excelled in the Clone Wars during his youth, achieving many feats, but due to intense emotions and distrust of the Jedi Council, fell to the dark side, becoming Darth Vader, the symbol of terror of the Galactic Empire. After confronting his son Luke Skywalker, ultimately returned to the light.
- Debut date
- May 25, 1983
- Work title
- Star Wars Episode VI/Return of the Jedi
- Media type
- Movie
- Episode or chapter
- Episode 6
Proof as the Force's Chosen One
- Significant event
- Proof as the Force's Chosen One
- Description
- Discovered by Qui-Gon, began Jedi training.
Clone Wars military achievements
- Significant event
- Clone Wars military achievements
- Description
- Excelled as a hero of the Republic army in numerous battles.
Falling to the dark side
- Significant event
- Falling to the dark side
- Description
- Triggered by distrust of the Jedi Council and fear of losing loved ones.
Became Darth Vader and served as Galactic Empire ruler
- Significant event
- Became Darth Vader and served as Galactic Empire ruler
- Description
- Equipped with mask and mechanical prosthetics, became a symbol of terror.
Confrontation with son Luke and redemption
- Significant event
- Confrontation with son Luke and redemption
- Description
- Returned to the light side through Luke's influence, defeated the Emperor.
Relationships
Shmi Skywalker
Mother
Mother who shared his childhood and most beloved existence. Remained a strong motivation even after her death.
Padmé Amidala
Spouse
Childhood friend and later wife. Deep love turned into obsession.
Luke Skywalker
Child
Son. Complex fatherly emotions, but ultimately the trigger for redemption.
Leia Organa
Child
Daughter. Key Rebel Alliance figure whose existence also influenced him.
Obi-Wan Kenobi
Guardian
Master and father figure. Also his final duel opponent.
Qui-Gon Jinn
Mentor
First Jedi to recognize Anakin as the Force's Chosen One.
Ahsoka Tano
Mentor
Raised as Padawan, like siblings.
Captain Rex
Ally
501st Battalion clone trooper and one of his trusted friends.
Jedi Council
Jedi Council: unknown
Galactic Republic Army
Galactic Republic Army: leader
Galactic Empire
Galactic Empire: leader
Media appearances
Star Wars Episode I/The Phantom Menace
Movie / Protagonist
1999 release
Star Wars Episode II/Attack of the Clones
Movie / Protagonist
2002 release
Star Wars Episode III/Revenge of the Sith
Movie / Protagonist
2005 release
Star Wars Episode VI/Return of the Jedi
Movie / Supporting
1983 release
Star Wars: The Clone Wars
Anime / Protagonist
2008-2020
Star Wars/The Clone Wars
Anime / Protagonist
2008-2020
Star Wars Rebels
Anime / Supporting
2014-2018
Voice cast and creators
Akiko Yajima
- Voice actor
- Akiko Yajima
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Episode 1 etc.
- Notes
- Child Anakin
Daisuke Namikawa
- Voice actor
- Daisuke Namikawa
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Episode 2-3, Clone Wars etc.
Mizuho Suzuki
- Voice actor
- Mizuho Suzuki
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Episode 6 (Nippon TV version)
Tōru Ōhira
- Voice actor
- Tōru Ōhira
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Episode 6 (VHS/DVD version)
Jake Lloyd
- Voice actor
- Jake Lloyd
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Episode 1
- Notes
- Childhood
Hayden Christensen
- Voice actor
- Hayden Christensen
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Episode 2-3, Episode 6 (2004 onwards)
Sebastian Shaw
- Voice actor
- Sebastian Shaw
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Episode 6
- Notes
- Darth Vader unmasked role
Matt Lanter
- Voice actor
- Matt Lanter
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars (anime)
Matt Lucas
- Voice actor
- Matt Lucas
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars (anime)
George Lucas
- Creator name
- George Lucas
- Role
- Original author
Lucasfilm
- Creator name
- Lucasfilm
- Role
- Licensee
Lucasfilm
- Creator name
- Lucasfilm
- Role
- Publisher
Related goods
Action figure
- Item name
- Action figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Regular
Lightsaber replica
- Item name
- Lightsaber replica
- Category
- Accessory
- Availability
- Limited
Darth Vader costume
- Item name
- Darth Vader costume
- Category
- Apparel
- Availability
- Regular