Onyx Cinder

Event Onyx Cinder is an extended universe storyline in the Star Wars franchise, notable for its rich narrative and complex character developments. While not considered part of the canon after the Disney+ acquisition, this storyline has captivated fans of the Legends continuity. The event primarily centers around a secret Imperial project aimed at harnessing dark side energies to create a formidable superweapon. The Onyx Cinder project takes place in the aftermath of the Battle of Endor, during a period of political instability and shifting allegiances.

The primary antagonist of Event Onyx Cinder is a former Imperial Inquisitor named Varyk Hoss. Hoss, obsessed with the power of the dark side, clandestinely continues the project even after the Emperor's death. Gathering a group of rogue scientists and dark side adepts, he aims to construct a weapon that can manipulate gravity and even black holes, posing a never-before-seen threat to the galaxy. This makeshift team operates from a hidden base in the Unknown Regions, making it difficult for the New Republic to track their activities.

Parallel to Hoss's efforts, a group of Rebel Alliance veterans, led by the Mon Calamari strategist Admiral Raddyk, work tirelessly to uncover and dismantle the Onyx Cinder project. The group includes both familiar faces and new characters, highlighting a blend of classic Star Wars elements and fresh perspectives. Through espionage, daring raids, and covert operations, they manage to piece together the puzzle of the Onyx Cinder’s existence and ultimate goals.

The climax of Event Onyx Cinder involves a dramatic confrontation in the Unknown Regions, where the New Republic forces, with the help of Force-sensitive allies, face off against Hoss and his dark side followers. The ensuing battle tests the moral resolve and strategic acumen of the New Republic while highlighting the lingering threat of dark side ideologies. The event concludes with the destruction of the Onyx Cinder superweapon, but not without significant sacrifices, leaving an indelible mark on Star Wars Legends history.