It is a time of instability for the Galactic Empire as rebel forces fight for freedom. But on the edges of the galaxy, the criminal underworld continues unabated in its pursuit of profits. Doctor Aphra, rogue archaeologist and scoundrel, is trying to survive after her most recent scheme has gone awry. Her plan to auction off an ancient Jedi consciousness trapped in an artifact had seemed like a sure thing. It was not to be. Rur, the ancient Jedi awakened in a droid body, now stalks the halls of a space station seeking violent revenge on those who sought to own him. Unfortunately, the only person powerful enough to stop him is the one even more inclined to kill Aphra on sight...the Imperial Lord, Darth Vader….
