Revan believed that Jedi should use positive emotions like love to strengthen their connection to the light side of the Force. Anakin Skywalker's story demonstrates the dangers of emotional attachment for Jedi, leading to his fall to the dark side. Luke Skywalker's story proves that Revan was right, as his positive emotions saved him and inspired his father's redemption.

Several Star Wars movies have explored the problems with the Jedi Order, but Revan realized their biggest flaw during the Old Republic era in Legends. Revan began his life as a Jedi, becoming a hero to the Republic when he defied the Jedi Council and led an army to fight Mandalorian invaders. However, Revan and his friend Malak were corrupted by the dark side and returned as Sith Lords, waging a war against the Republic they once served. While Revan eventually returned to the light and helped defeat his former apprentice,...