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Star Wars: The Battle of Jedha (The High Republic) (Star Wars: The High Republic: Prequel Era)
After the events of The High Republic: Convergence, the Jedi travel to Jedha in this full script for the Star Wars audio original The Battle of Jedha.
Jedha. The worn streets of this ancient world serve as a confluence for the galaxy. Visited by all, yet owned by none. Here, the Jedi are but one creed among many worshipping and studying the Force. From the Guardians of the Whills to the Path of the Open Hand, countless beings come to learn, and to share, in peace.
As all of Jedha prepares for its Festival of Balance, the galaxy still reels from the violence on Eiram and E'ronoh. But after foiling a plot to escalate the war between the two planets, the Jedi believe that a lasting peace may be within reach. Master Creighton Sun and Jedi Knight Aida Forte arrive on Jedha with delegations from both planets to formally end the "Forever War." The Jedi hope that the harmony of Jedha's many factions, along with the signing of a peace treaty, will create a symbol to the rest of the galaxy of what can be accomplished through unity.
But not all are happy with the Jedi's involvement or ready to concern themselves with peace. Rumors begin to swirl that the Jedi bring war in their wake. The distrust and anger that for so long fueled the Forever War now threaten to corrupt the communities of Jedha. When violence breaks out on the sacred moon, the war that was meant to end on Jedha may soon engulf the entire world.
Jedha. The worn streets of this ancient world serve as a confluence for the galaxy. Visited by all, yet owned by none. Here, the Jedi are but one creed among many worshipping and studying the Force. From the Guardians of the Whills to the Path of the Open Hand, countless beings come to learn, and to share, in peace.
As all of Jedha prepares for its Festival of Balance, the galaxy still reels from the violence on Eiram and E'ronoh. But after foiling a plot to escalate the war between the two planets, the Jedi believe that a lasting peace may be within reach. Master Creighton Sun and Jedi Knight Aida Forte arrive on Jedha with delegations from both planets to formally end the "Forever War." The Jedi hope that the harmony of Jedha's many factions, along with the signing of a peace treaty, will create a symbol to the rest of the galaxy of what can be accomplished through unity.
But not all are happy with the Jedi's involvement or ready to concern themselves with peace. Rumors begin to swirl that the Jedi bring war in their wake. The distrust and anger that for so long fueled the Forever War now threaten to corrupt the communities of Jedha. When violence breaks out on the sacred moon, the war that was meant to end on Jedha may soon engulf the entire world.
Readers Top Reviews
Kensi
Listened to this on Audible and loved it. Unlike “Convergence” this story felt epic and more impactful on the galaxy. So interesting to hear about other sects that worship the force. The characters were very likable and the Path of the Open Hand remains an intriguing villain of sorts. Wish this had been a full-length novel so even more could have been fleshed out.
Short Excerpt Teaser
SCENE 1. INT. JEDHA-THE SECOND SPIRE-MEETING CHAMBER
ANNOUNCER:
Time until the battle begins: zero hours.
ATMOS: We're in the Second Spire on Jedha, an old, previously abandoned temple that has been recently refitted for the peace conference. We're in a large meeting chamber on the lower level of the spire. A small group of people have gathered, but the mood is subdued as everyone waits for proceedings to begin.
From outside, we can hear the general murmur of distant crowds. As the scene progresses, however, the sounds of angry people should grow louder in the background, as a riot is heading this way . . .
FX: Tilson Graf, the serving mediator, is rapping his fingertips nervously on the pedestal before him.
TILSON GRAF:
(NERVOUS)
Right, then.
It's almost time to begin.
AMBASSADOR TINTAK:
Indeed. Let's get it over with. I'm eager to return to E'ronoh to help with the reconstruction efforts, just as, I'm sure, Ambassador Cerox wishes to return to her people on Eiram.
TILSON GRAF:
(HESITANT)
Yes, Ambassador Tintak. If you could just give me a moment . . .
CREIGHTON SUN:
Is everything all right, Mediator Graf?
TILSON GRAF:
(DISTRACTED)
What? Yes, yes. Of course, Master Sun.
(PULLING HIMSELF TOGETHER)
Everything's fine. I just need a minute to compose myself. This is, after all, a momentous affair. The signing of this peace treaty is a key moment in galactic history. Eiram and E'ronoh have been at war for over five years. And now, following the marriage of their heirs, the worlds have finally come together in peace. We're gathered here in the Second Spire on historic Jedha to-
AMBASSADOR CEROX:
(INTERRUPTING)
Mediator Graf?
TILSON GRAF:
(PUT OUT)
Yes, Ambassador Cerox?
AMBASSADOR CEROX:
(IMPATIENT)
With the greatest respect, we are all aware of the reasons why we're here. Please, get on with it before-
FX: Ambassador Cerox is drowned out by the sudden, surging sounds of the riot just outside the building.
AMBASSADOR TINTAK:
(ANGRY, BARKING FRUSTRATION)
Oh, what now?
TILSON GRAF:
Umm . . .
CREIGHTON:
Aida. What's going on outside?
AIDA FORTE:
There's a crowd of people approaching the spire, Creighton. They're . . .
FX: A thrown rock puts out a window. The bellowing from outside grows louder. The crowd is angry.
AIDA:
(SHOCKED)
It's a riot!
CREIGHTON:
(WORRIED)
Get back, everyone. Away from the windows.
FX: A lightbow fires, somewhere else in the building.
MUFFLED SHOUT:
(FROM "OFF-SCREEN")
Stay back! All of you!
FX: More banging and clanging. The riot is spilling into the building close by. A door bursts open into the meeting chamber. It's Mesook, a Guardian of the Whills.
MESOOK:
(DESPERATE)
It's the civilians. They're rioting. They're swarming the building. We can't hold them back without a massacre.
FX: There are sounds of brutal close-quarter fighting from behind him. The Guardians aren't firing on the civilians unless they must.
TILSON GRAF:
(QUIETLY, AS HE RETREATS)
I . . . ummm . . . I think we'd better make for safety.
CREIGHTON:
(COMMANDING)
Ambassadors, to me.
FX: There's a massive crash as a speeder bike bursts through the plate-glass window, splintering shards everywhere. A man screams in pain as he's speared and killed by a ragged shard.
CREIGHTON:
Get down!
CUT TO:
Part One
Pilgrim
ANNOUNCER:
After years of bitter conflict, the planets Eiram and E'ronoh have at last settled on a tentative peace, with the help of the Jedi and Republic Co-Chancellor Orlen Mollo. While the repercussions of their war still ripple through the Outer Rim-leading to spiraling food and fuel shortages-delegates from the two worlds have agreed to reconvene in neutral territory to finalize a treaty that will see an end to the war.
Now Jedi Master CREIGHTON SUN and Jedi Knight AIDA FORTE have accompanied delegations from the two warring planets to the holy world of JEDHA, where they plan to oversee the signing of the treaty amidst preparations for the grand Festival of Balance being held by the city's new Force Convocation.
But not everyone on Jedha is ready to welcome the Jedi and their charges, or to concern themselves with matters of peace. . . .
SCENE 2. INT. THE SECOND SPIRE-ANTEROOM-DAY
ANNOUNCER:
Time until the battle begins: seventy-two hours.
AT...
ANNOUNCER:
Time until the battle begins: zero hours.
ATMOS: We're in the Second Spire on Jedha, an old, previously abandoned temple that has been recently refitted for the peace conference. We're in a large meeting chamber on the lower level of the spire. A small group of people have gathered, but the mood is subdued as everyone waits for proceedings to begin.
From outside, we can hear the general murmur of distant crowds. As the scene progresses, however, the sounds of angry people should grow louder in the background, as a riot is heading this way . . .
FX: Tilson Graf, the serving mediator, is rapping his fingertips nervously on the pedestal before him.
TILSON GRAF:
(NERVOUS)
Right, then.
It's almost time to begin.
AMBASSADOR TINTAK:
Indeed. Let's get it over with. I'm eager to return to E'ronoh to help with the reconstruction efforts, just as, I'm sure, Ambassador Cerox wishes to return to her people on Eiram.
TILSON GRAF:
(HESITANT)
Yes, Ambassador Tintak. If you could just give me a moment . . .
CREIGHTON SUN:
Is everything all right, Mediator Graf?
TILSON GRAF:
(DISTRACTED)
What? Yes, yes. Of course, Master Sun.
(PULLING HIMSELF TOGETHER)
Everything's fine. I just need a minute to compose myself. This is, after all, a momentous affair. The signing of this peace treaty is a key moment in galactic history. Eiram and E'ronoh have been at war for over five years. And now, following the marriage of their heirs, the worlds have finally come together in peace. We're gathered here in the Second Spire on historic Jedha to-
AMBASSADOR CEROX:
(INTERRUPTING)
Mediator Graf?
TILSON GRAF:
(PUT OUT)
Yes, Ambassador Cerox?
AMBASSADOR CEROX:
(IMPATIENT)
With the greatest respect, we are all aware of the reasons why we're here. Please, get on with it before-
FX: Ambassador Cerox is drowned out by the sudden, surging sounds of the riot just outside the building.
AMBASSADOR TINTAK:
(ANGRY, BARKING FRUSTRATION)
Oh, what now?
TILSON GRAF:
Umm . . .
CREIGHTON:
Aida. What's going on outside?
AIDA FORTE:
There's a crowd of people approaching the spire, Creighton. They're . . .
FX: A thrown rock puts out a window. The bellowing from outside grows louder. The crowd is angry.
AIDA:
(SHOCKED)
It's a riot!
CREIGHTON:
(WORRIED)
Get back, everyone. Away from the windows.
FX: A lightbow fires, somewhere else in the building.
MUFFLED SHOUT:
(FROM "OFF-SCREEN")
Stay back! All of you!
FX: More banging and clanging. The riot is spilling into the building close by. A door bursts open into the meeting chamber. It's Mesook, a Guardian of the Whills.
MESOOK:
(DESPERATE)
It's the civilians. They're rioting. They're swarming the building. We can't hold them back without a massacre.
FX: There are sounds of brutal close-quarter fighting from behind him. The Guardians aren't firing on the civilians unless they must.
TILSON GRAF:
(QUIETLY, AS HE RETREATS)
I . . . ummm . . . I think we'd better make for safety.
CREIGHTON:
(COMMANDING)
Ambassadors, to me.
FX: There's a massive crash as a speeder bike bursts through the plate-glass window, splintering shards everywhere. A man screams in pain as he's speared and killed by a ragged shard.
CREIGHTON:
Get down!
CUT TO:
Part One
Pilgrim
ANNOUNCER:
After years of bitter conflict, the planets Eiram and E'ronoh have at last settled on a tentative peace, with the help of the Jedi and Republic Co-Chancellor Orlen Mollo. While the repercussions of their war still ripple through the Outer Rim-leading to spiraling food and fuel shortages-delegates from the two worlds have agreed to reconvene in neutral territory to finalize a treaty that will see an end to the war.
Now Jedi Master CREIGHTON SUN and Jedi Knight AIDA FORTE have accompanied delegations from the two warring planets to the holy world of JEDHA, where they plan to oversee the signing of the treaty amidst preparations for the grand Festival of Balance being held by the city's new Force Convocation.
But not everyone on Jedha is ready to welcome the Jedi and their charges, or to concern themselves with matters of peace. . . .
SCENE 2. INT. THE SECOND SPIRE-ANTEROOM-DAY
ANNOUNCER:
Time until the battle begins: seventy-two hours.
AT...
