arth Vader is the most interesting character in the Star Wars universe. In his youth he was known as Anakin Skywalker, a young Jedi with many positive attributes and a talent for mechanics. He was a slave until the age of nine when he was recognized by Jedi Knight Qui-Gon Jinn for his strength with the force. Qui-Gon freed Anakin introduced him to Obi-Wan Kenobi, who later trained Skywalker in the Jedi arts.

Vader was seduced by the Dark Side and became the apprentice of Emperor Palpatine. He helped Palpatine to extinguish the Jedi and form the new order. Vader became one of the most feared and hated individuals in the galaxy. He later killed his former master Kenobi and attempted to convert his son Luke to the Dark Side of the force.

During his final hour, Vader turned on Palpatine and killed to him to protect his son Luke. This event brought about Vader's redemption and the end of his life.

Vader began and ended life as Anakin Skywalker.

ACTOR(S): David Prowse /James Earl Jones - voice /Sebastian Shaw - Anakin in "Return of the Jedi" / Jake Lloyd as Anakin in "The Phantom Menace"

MOVIES: Episodes I - VI

TRADEMARK: Breath mask, life support suit, towering stature