Kylo Ren

Dark Jedi, Leader of the First Order

A character from the Star Wars series. A Force user who fell to the dark side, son of Leia Organa and Han Solo. Leads the Knights of Ren as the leader of the First Order.

Quotes

  • I will surpass my grandfather's strength.
  • Fear is the path to the dark side.
  • You will learn the Force from me.
  • The weak should be under my dominion.
  • The mask is my pride and armor.

Trivia

  • Has destroyed his own voice-modulating mask.
  • Lightsaber blades are unstable and flicker like flames.
  • Broken mask was repaired inspired by Japanese kintsugi technique.
  • Name 'Ren' derives from the Knights of Ren, First Order's combat unit.
  • Keeps grandfather Darth Vader's helmet in his chambers.
  • Skilled at interfering with opponent's mind via the Force to extract information.

Alternate names

Ben Solo Kylo Ren Ben Solo

Tags

Star Wars Force Dark Side First Order Jedi Knights of Ren Lightsaber Fiction Sci-Fi Movie Character

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Profile

Species
Human
Gender
Male
Birthday
May 5
Birth year
5ABY

Appearance

Overall appearance
Wears a black robe and mask, wields a red crossguard lightsaber shaped like burning flames. Gives a delicate yet intense impression.
Hair color
Dark blond
Distinguishing features
  • Black mask (with voice changer)
  • Crossguard lightsaber with flaming light blades
  • Facial scar (Episode 8 onwards)
Iconic items
  • Crossguard Lightsaber
  • Black Robe
  • Helmet with Voice Changer
  • TIE Silencer (Fighter)
  • Finalizer (Flagship)

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Volatile
Detailed personality
Possesses a volatile and hysterical side, idolizes his grandfather Darth Vader while tormented by his own immaturity. Struggles between the dark side and light side, seeking his own strength and sense of existence.
Keywords
  • Volatile
  • Immature
  • Headstrong
  • Conflicted
  • Charismatic
  • Hysterical
  • Introspective
  • Obsessive
Motto
Has the right to dominate the weak
Talents
  • Force Sense
  • Telekinesis
  • Telepathy
  • Exceptional Piloting Skills
  • Combat Adaptability
Skills
  • Lightsaber Combat
  • Espionage and Interrogation Techniques
  • Strategy and Command
  • Force Mind Manipulation
  • Advanced Force Reflexes
Motivation
To inherit the Sith tradition, destroy the Jedi, surpass grandfather Darth Vader's strength, and dominate the galaxy.
Habits
Habit of slashing objects with his lightsaber when emotions surge. Easily enraged when things do not go his way.
Favorite colors
Black, Red

History

Backstory
Born as the son of Leia Organa and Han Solo, possessed strong Force potential from childhood. Trained as a Jedi by Luke Skywalker, but fell to the dark side due to Snoke's temptation of the dark side. Destroyed the Jedi temple and schemed for galactic domination as the First Order's leader, but after numerous battles, returned to the light side and ended his life as Ben Solo.
Debut date
December 18, 2015
Work title
Star Wars: The Force Awakens
Media type
Movie
Episode or chapter
Episode 7

Childhood

Significant event
Childhood
Description
Began Jedi training under Luke Skywalker.

Jedi Temple Assault

Significant event
Jedi Temple Assault
Description
Fell to the dark side, destroyed the Jedi temple, and formed the Knights of Ren.

Reunion and Confrontation with Father Han Solo

Significant event
Reunion and Confrontation with Father Han Solo
Description
Reunited with father Han Solo at Starkiller Base but killed him, deepening his inner conflict for strength.

Ascension to Supreme Leader

Significant event
Ascension to Supreme Leader
Description
Killed Snoke and became the Supreme Leader of the First Order.

Return as Ben Solo

Significant event
Return as Ben Solo
Description
Returned to the light side through the final battle with Rey and her support, defeated Palpatine in the ultimate showdown.

Relationships

Leia Organa

Mother

Mother. Holds deep affection but harbors complex feelings toward her son struggling with conflicts as a Jedi.

Han Solo

Father

Father. Had a close relationship but ultimately killed him after intense inner conflict.

Rey

Rival

Shares a deep connection through the Force, ultimately defeated by her in a fateful duel and returns to the light side.

Snoke

Mentor

Tempter to the dark side. Ultimately killed by Kylo Ren.

Armitage Hux

Subordinate

As First Order general, supported Ren's operations while occasionally offering criticism.

Knights of Ren

Knights of Ren: leader

First Order

First Order: leader

Luke Skywalker's Jedi

Luke Skywalker's Jedi: unknown

Media appearances

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Movie / Protagonist

2015

Star Wars: The Last Jedi

Movie / Protagonist

2017

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

Movie / Protagonist

2019

Star Wars Battlefront II (2017)

Game / Supporting

2017

Voice cast and creators

津田健次郎

Voice actor
津田健次郎
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Movie Dubbed Version

Adam Driver

Voice actor
Adam Driver
Language
English
Version or series
Movie Original
Notes
Lead Actor

Matthew Wood

Voice actor
Matthew Wood
Language
English
Version or series
Game Version

Roger Craig Smith

Voice actor
Roger Craig Smith
Language
English
Version or series
Game Version

George Lucas

Creator name
George Lucas
Role
Original author

unknown

Creator name
unknown
Role
Character designer

Lucasfilm

Creator name
Lucasfilm
Role
Publisher

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Item name
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Category
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Availability
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