Finis Valorum
Supreme Chancellor at the end of the Old Galactic Republic
A politician who served as Supreme Chancellor during the final days of the Old Galactic Republic. He attempted reforms amid the Republic's corruption but was ousted due to Darth Sidious's schemes.
Quotes
- “I was merely trying to protect the Republic as a good leader.”
- “Our Republic is corrupt, but I am not despairing.”
Trivia
- Served two terms, eight years, as Supreme Chancellor.
- Framed with corruption allegations due to Darth Sidious's conspiracy.
- First Supreme Chancellor to dispatch Jedi envoys during the Trade Federation Naboo blockade.
- Supported Padmé in the Senate and convened an emergency session.
- Continued charity work even after ousting via no-confidence vote (non-canon).
- The Senate Supreme Chancellor's seat was succeeded by Palpatine.
Alternate names
Finis Valorum
Valorum
Profile
- Species
- Human
- Gender
- Male
Appearance
- Overall appearance
- Somewhat balding middle-aged man. Gentlemanly and dignified appearance.
- Iconic items
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- Galactic Republic Senate official robes
Personality and abilities
- Core personality
- Sincere
- Detailed personality
- Strong sense of justice and sincerity, but lacking charisma; loyal to rules which made reforms difficult. Held a strong sense of crisis about political corruption and was known as a benevolent politician.
- Keywords
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- Sincere
- Stubborn
- Conscientious
- Hardworking
- Humble
- Lack of charisma
- Politician
- Sense of responsibility
- Despair
- Talents
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- Political acumen
- Parliamentary oratory
- Mediation ability
- Skills
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- Negotiation
- Bureaucratic management
- Crisis response
- Motivation
- To restore the corrupt Galactic Republic and maintain peace.
History
- Backstory
- Born into a prestigious family lineage, he served in politics for two terms totaling eight years as Supreme Chancellor of the Galactic Republic. Accused of corruption, he was ousted from the Chancellor's position due to Darth Sidious's machinations. Amid the political turmoil sparked by the Trade Federation's Naboo blockade, he dispatched Jedi envoys Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi to support Queen Padmé, but a vote of no confidence was passed in the Senate, leading to his removal.
- Debut date
- May 19, 1999
- Work title
- Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
- Media type
- Movie
- Episode or chapter
- Episode 1
Election as Supreme Chancellor
- Significant event
- Election as Supreme Chancellor
- Description
- Served as Supreme Chancellor of the Old Galactic Republic for two terms, eight years.
Naboo Blockade Response
- Significant event
- Naboo Blockade Response
- Description
- Dispatched Jedi as envoys during the Trade Federation's Naboo blockade.
Vote of No Confidence Passed - Ousted
- Significant event
- Vote of No Confidence Passed - Ousted
- Description
- Lost the Chancellor's position as a vote of no confidence was passed due to corruption allegations and political intrigue.
Refugee Relief Charity Work
- Significant event
- Refugee Relief Charity Work
- Description
- After removal, remained in politics and worked tirelessly on refugee relief efforts.
Death by Bombing Incident
- Significant event
- Death by Bombing Incident
- Description
- 16 months after the Battle of Geonosis, killed in a bombing plot (non-canon setting).
Relationships
Bail Organa
Best friend
Shared recognition as conscientious politicians and collaboration
Galactic Republic Senate
Galactic Republic Senate: strategist
Media appearances
Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace
Movie / Supporting
Released in 1999
Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones
Movie / Supporting
Released in 2002
Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith
Movie / Cameo
Released in 2005
Voice cast and creators
Original voice actor unknown
- Voice actor
- Original voice actor unknown
- Language
- Japanese
- Version or series
- Movie version
Terrence Stamp
- Voice actor
- Terrence Stamp
- Language
- English
- Version or series
- Movie version
George Lucas
- Creator name
- George Lucas
- Role
- Original author
George Lucas
- Creator name
- George Lucas
- Role
- Director
Related goods
Finis Valorum figure
- Item name
- Finis Valorum figure
- Category
- Figure
- Availability
- Limited