Darth Magnus

  Darth Magnus, born Aken Rai, is a powerful Dathomirian Zabrak Sith Warrior and apprentice born on the war-drawn world of Dathomir in 3671 BBY. Darth Magnus is the apprentice to the famed Darth Marr and serves the Sith Empire faithfully as one of it's most treasured warriors.

Personality
Darth Magnus is best described as a stoic and serious person, who's humor is very dry and dark. Magnus has a cold personality and is extremely unforgiving; almost always holding a grudge on someone or something if they do something wrong to him. He is also very visibly arrogant, believing he can become the most powerful Sith Lord to ever live. Magnus also suffers from multiple mental disorders, and seems to switch between being highly tolerant to insults and mocking words or being incredibly intolerant to them. When intolerant to them, Magnus can easily be thrown into a mad rage in which his force abilities drastically increase and he is able to perform feats he couldn't before, not caring for anything around him and simply wishing to kill his opponent. In these rages, Magnus cannot control himself by any means necessary and it usually only stops through waiting it out, subduing him, or him killing his opponent.

Originally, although, as a child, Aken was fairly kind and an innocent child with a crippled body who hated the torture he was forced to endure. The constant torture and eventual murder of his family by the Mandolorians led Aken to become cold, learning himself that the universe is unforgiving and that he must adapt if he is to survive. This led to him being chosen by the Sith order, and being corrupted with the dark side of the force led Aken even further down the path of vengeance and hate.

Appearance
Darth Magnus is usually depicted as wearing a normal black, open sith robe that exposes his chest and abdomen, reaching a black belt with steel plating in which the lower part of the robe can be seen from under. On his sleeves and legs he wears casual brown cloth which on his arms are covered by two black shoulder guards, in which they also lead to his black wrist guards with steel plating, following the same design and style as his belt. On his hands, he also wears black gloves. From his knees below, Magnus very clearly has bionic legs made out of spare droid parts, which increase his legs mobility by enabling him to jump father, and apply more force to kicks and such.

For his actual appearance excluding clothing, Magnus is usually shown as being a fairly toned-muscular man with a fairly tall height, standing at 6'5". Magnus' skin is shown to be a medium orangish-gold, typical of Dathomirian Zabraks. Magnus has black sith tattoo's decorated all over his body, along with many horns on the top of his head, typical of his species, which are long and jagged; being able to pierce and charge opponents and kill them if enough force is applied. Magnus also has the typical bloodshot, yellowish-golden eyes typical of Sith Lords and users of the Dark Side of the force.

Backstory
Aken Rai was born on the harsh planet of Dathomir to a Dathomirian male apart of the Night Brothers and a Dathomirian female apart of the Night Sisters. Aken's mother had been experimenting on herself with dark magic in an effort to increase the force potency of her child, and alhough it did so, it left Aken's legs from the knees down to be paralyzed and without any nervous stimulation. This led to his mother considering him a failure, and so he was sent off to live with a normal, farming Zabrakian family on the planet of Iridonia.

Due to being born with an abnormal strength in the force, and being crippled, him being in a normal Zabrakian family of simple farmers was odd to others, and he seemed to get picked on about it. Bullied constantly and in need of escape, Aken' oftenly went off on his own for hours at a time to practice using the force; although he was unaware of what it really was and was surprised by it. Despite his strange nature, Aken's foster family cared and loved for him very much, and he did so as well.

One day, upon playing in the sand and grass, Aken began to get bullied and teased by other Zabrakian's simply because they wanted something to do. They teased him on his orange skin and his abnormally jagged horns, and began to call him a freak. Not knowing what he did wrong, and finally growing tired of the abuse, Aken quickly used the force to push the kids on the ground, although he was unaware as to how he did so. The other kids began to call him an even bigger freak and a monster, and began to senselessly beat him to a pulp, however this only made his rage grow, and he released a small force wave which pushed them all back again. Aken's foster father, upon coming to check on him and seeing what was happening, quickly grabbed Aken and carried him away from the other kids.

After so, Aken was not permitted to be able to leave the house anymore without family supervision, which somewhat upset him, but he dealt with it. However from the shadows, Sith living on the planet observed his abnormally high midi chlorian count, and began to study him; spying on him to see if he performed anymore strange activities. Although he was unaware of this, Aken couldn't help but feel like he was being watched.

When Aken was 7 years of age, a small band of Mandalorians came into the Iridonian village he was living in and began to pillage it. Upon waking up and looking outside to see his village in flames, Aken was unaware of what to do. He quickly got into his small hoverchair and exited his room, only to see his father and mother hiding and telling him to shush, as banging could be heard. After a few more bangs and a few yells, the door to their house was blasted open. Aken's parents quickly told Aken to leave, waving their hands rapidly to hide in the closet. Aken didn't hesitate and did so, and two Mandalorians entered. Aken watched as the Mando's searched the house drastically for anything worth value, and watched them confront his parents. After having a brief conversation about where they were hiding valuables, the Mandolorian's simply decided to kill them. Felt with rage, sadness, confusion, and frustration, Aken quickly blew down the door with the force and yelled in rage, temporarily hopping out of his hoverchair and using he force to work his legs, running towards the Mandolorians as they began to blast. All of their shots missed and Aken pushed them back with the force, and then proceeded to brutally beat them while they were down. The second Mandolorian managed to punch Aken off, but Aken quickly grabbed the blaster from the first Mandolorian and shot them both rapidly, panting heavily.

After doing so, Aken's legs finally stopped working again out of exhaustion, and he fell to the floor and blacked out. Upon observing this, the sith that were watching him decided now was the best time to bring him to the Sith Order, seeing his potential. They took the limp body of Aken and amputated his legs from the knees down, replacing them with a new pair of robotic legs that could work even better.

Waking up, Aken was informed of his situation, and although being only 7 at the time, understood what was happening. Aken seemed not to care, seeing as how he'd already lost everything, and was soon met by Darth Marr of the Dark Council, who declared him his new sith apprentice after being impressed with his abilities. This led to Magnus being trained in the ways of the Sith, and taught to use the Dark Side with devastating force, power, and ruthlessness.

Equipment
Lightsaber - Darth Magnus is typically seen wielding a simple, red sith Lightsaber that is not as simple as it looks. Magnus' lightsaber is a dual phase function lightsaber with somewhat of a bulky handle that he is able to use quite well. Magnus typically uses  Juyo, Djem So, and Ataru. As stated before, Magnus' lightsaber is dual phase; meaning, he is able to adjust the blade length for specific battles and purposes. He can range from using it as sort of a short saber, a long blade for opponents he wants to keep distance, or the simple, average blade length. The hilt of the lightsaber is also made from an even more durable metal from most lightsabers, and therefor cannot be cut normally by another lightsaber. Darth Magnus' lightsaber is also able to function in water through the use of the special hilt and crystal.

After his encounter with the Jedi on Ilum as part of the plan to create a superweapon, Magnus replaced his red crystal with a synthetic purple crystal that he retained from Darth Marr as a gift for their defeat of the Jedi on Ilum, with the purple crystal being imbued with powerful dark and light side energy; this makes the blade more powerful than a normal saber; making it able to cut through more materials, and also being able to even disable a Jedi's lightsaber blade by overloading the components of it leading to the crystal and destroying it.

After the mission the abandoned Imperial Cruiser and witnessing Caliban use dual blades, Magnus constructed himself a second lightsaber. Magnus' second lightsaber is of the exact same design as his first lightsaber, and has the same purple crystal with force enhancement and the same purple blade. Magnus has been shown to be quite skilled with the use of both lightsabers, showing great profiency in Jar'Kai duel blade fencing. Due to the identical structures of his two main lightsabers, Magnus also enabled pieces at the end of his lightsaber that allow him to make it into a Saberstaff. Magnus has shown great profiency with the saberstaff despite his limited time having it, being able to deal with multiple opponents at once due to it.

Other Lightsabers - Magnus has about two other curved handle lightsabers that he took from the body of his dying comrade and friend, Jan'Ma. These lightsabers are usually strapped to his belt and feature curved handles and a synthetic, red crystal that produces a red blade. Magnus typically only uses these if absolutely necessary as he is more comfortable with his main two.

Abilities
As a Sith Warrior and the apprentice of one of the highest members of the Sith's Dark Council, Darth Magnus has many useful abilities that render him one of the greatest sith apprentices the galaxy has seen. Magnus has many unique force abilities and is quite the versatile combatant with a Lightsaber, using mostly aggressive forms of lightsaber combat while also mixing in defense and the Sith practician of Dun Moch.

Magnus is also very skilled in Teras Kasi, the use of force augmentation to increase one's profiecency in unarmed combat. Magnus is able to fight effectively without the use of a weapon, using the force to enhance almost every blow he makes. Magnus is also able to skillfully combine Teras Kasi with lightsaber combat, performing deadly and distracting blows with the lightsaber while also using his fists and legs to land devastating blows while the opponent is distracted.

Force Abilities
Magnus is very skilled in the force, considering his own mother increased his midi-chlorian count drastically by experimenting on herself when he was in her womb. Magnus has a wide variety of force abilities that he can use with deadly precision and skill, his own force pushes being able to push back even the heaviest of objects. Magnus is said by his master to be "an undying source of force potential", showing that even the most talented of force users acknowledge his skill.
 * Force Push - Magnus is able to actively use and demonstrate the use of the force push ability. This ability is simple, using the force to push back certain objects, people, or animals. Magnus' force pushes however are on an entirely different level. One of his average force pushes is able to send people back several meters and even crush bones if enough pressure is used. Magnus is also able to use it to actively deflect projectiles by sending them back. Magnus has learned to use a more powerful version of this ability, Force Blast. Force Blast allows the user to truly tap into their force potential; and release a force push so powerful it becomes visible in the form of the blast. Magnus' full power force blast is capable of purely killing opponents by crushing their bones and internal organs.
 * Force Grab - Magnus is also extremely capable in using the force to grab opponents and other objects and lift them up, able to use the force to lift up weights most would consider impossible. Magnus is able to capably use the force to lift up opponents and throw them wherever, as well as pull them closer to him in order to bring them into his range of attack.
 * Force Choke - Darth Magnus is very skilled in the use of force choke, using the force to choke and/or crush the throat of an opponent. Magnus is able to simply crush the throats of those he wants, however, this is only if he wants to kill them. If Magnus does not wish to kill said opponents, he can simply choke them until they pass out in order to incapacitate them and/or remove them from the fight. Magnus has also learned to choke multiple opponents at a time, demonstrating to choke at least seven people at one given moment. This makes him extremely deadly, as even in group battles where he is outnumbered; he can choke all of his opponents at once.
 * Force Wave - Force Wave is the ability to let out a wave of the force from one's body to blast surrounding opponents away. Magnus has demonstrated this ability skillfully, using it to push opponents surrounding him several meters away. Magnus can also temporarily use it to create force shields so that the enemy's attacks can not harm him, however, he cannot do this for long. He has learned to tune this ability to it's nigh-ultimate level, one of his force waves being powerful enough to kill an opponent in close enough vicinity, or destroy their armor.
 * Force Crush - Using the abilities of force grab, and using it to crush one's organs or armor, Magnus is able to use force crush. Using force crush, Magnus can crumble entire statues to dust and debris, however he mostly uses it to crush the lungs or bones of opponents in order to render them defeated or immobile. Magnus commonly uses this to crush parts of an opponent's body or their weapon; as seen when he crushed the arm of Jacen Ares using this ability.
 * Force Scream - Magnus can finally use the ability of force scream, letting him manipulate his sound waves with the force to create a large, deafening blast that can send people back or make them deaf, and disorientate them. Magnus typically only uses this ability if he absolutely has to, in order to disorientate his opponents and let him deliver the killing blow. However, he can only use this ability so many times. After training with Marr, Magnus has learned to combine this with force wave; letting him create a large scream while creating a force wave to carry it much larger distances.
 * Force Rage - Using the force, Magnus is able to channel it either voluntarily or involuntarily into force rage. Force rage is the ability to enter a deep rage channeled by the dark thoughts and feelings of the user; using it to their advantage. In force range, Magnus' strength, speed, agility, reflex, endurance, power, skill, and force potential is increase exponentially. However, Magnus only uses this when he has to as it often leaves him tired afterwards. After his training with Marr, Magnus has learned to use this without drawbacks; being able to activate it willingly. However, in order to use a more amped up version of it, Magnus stabs himself with a small knife in his side in order to cause pain. Afterwards, Magnus constantly beats the wound; calling upon his pain and hatred in order to strengthen him.
 * Force Fear - Magnus is able to strike directly at he deepest parts of the target's mind, causing an uncontrollable shaking fear that would wreak havoc with the target's capabilities. Through pure force of will alone, a user could cause them to lose their courage completely, and if left undefended, the effects could be severe, rapidly demoralizing the enemy with a feeling of hopelessness and regret.
 * Force Lightning - Force Lightning is the ability to create powerful electricity with the dark side of the Force. Magnus has grown to be able to use force lightning on a proficient level, with his lightning being able to torture opponents severely. Magnus' force lightning, at it's highest level, can kill an opponent in a few minutes; and due to Marr teaching him to tap into his force potential, Darth Magnus can now use Force Maelstrom. Force Maelstrom is the inbetween of normal force lightning and force storm, and is extremely dangerous. Force Maelstrom could be used as a more minor version of force storm, summoning large amounts of force lightning to come down on opponents; and at it's absolute highest level, would be able to incinerate opponents with pure lightning. However, another use of force maelstrom is combining force lightning, telekinesis, and the protection bubble. First, the user would form a Force Bubble around their body, concealing and protecting them inside. Then, any loose objects/persons around the user would swirl around the bubble, through telekinesis. Finally, the user would devastate the objects by blasting them away, in a surge of Force Lightning.
 * Force Barrier - Darth Magnus is very capable of using Force Barrier; which allows him to create a protective shield with the force to defend against attacks. Magnus takes this to it's highest level; being able to defend against most things with relative ease. However, his force barrier will fail if put under too much pressure or if matched by another force user's.
 * Force Hear - This technique allows Magnus to hear through the force. It allows him to understand speech from other languages that he would not normally know, and also hear things from long distances.
 * Force Smell - A force power that allows Magnus to augment his smell, in order to pick up things that they normally would be unable to.
 * Force Sight - This enhances Magnus' visual perception even in the dark or through walls. This can also be used to counter other Force abilities such as Force Blinding.
 * Force Sense - Force sense is among the most basic of Force abilities. It can be used to feel another being's feelings, the future, ripples in the Force caused by momentous or traumatic events, impending danger and the presence of the dark side.

Lightsaber Skills
Darth Magnus is also extremely skilled with the lightsaber, able to capably use them to kill and injure opponents effectively. Magnus often uses his lightsaber skills with his force abilities or physical abilities, making a deadly combination that can cause most opponents to cower in fear. Magnus specializes in Juyo, Djem So, and Ataru; mostly using these for an offensive and brute force approach in lightsaber combat while also using the defensive capabilities of Djem So to act defensively and stand back if necessary.
 * Juyo - Darth Magnus' is an extremely capable fighter in Form VII: Juyo. Juyo is described as the most vicious form of lightsaber combat, which mixes in perfectly with Magnus' personality of arrogance and brutish behavior. Juyo mainly focuses on fluent, brutish movements. Each strike is described as a killing blow and is able to disorientate and confuse opponents due to the simple fact that each strike is meant to kill them. The form is noted for it's unpredictability, making tracking the user's movements almost impossible.
 * Djem So - Form V: Djem So, is the more combat orientated version of Form V. Immediately after the user blocks an opponent with the defensive quality of Soresu, he makes a counter attack in order to turn the tide of the battle with them. Djem So places a heavy focus on brute strength and pure power, with wide, powerful strikes and parries followed immediately by a counterattack. Using Djem So requires the user to also press the assault, using the force to make devastating strikes in order to overwhelm and harm opponents.
 * Ataru - Form IV: Ataru, is a very aggressive lightsaber form focusing on mixing strength, agility, and speed. To use Ataru, Magnus must constantly let the force flow throughout his body, using it to help guide him and overwhelm opponents. This also allows him to occasionally go past his physical limitations in order to get the best of his opponents. Magnus commonly uses spins, kicks, running, and jumping in order to use this form. You have to be face paced and never let the opponent get the better of you. This also allows Magnus to use the force in conjunction with his lightsaber combat, letting out powerful force enhanced blows and pushes to disorientate and assault opponents.
 * Makashi - Form II: Makashi, is the most duel-focused of the seven forms of lightsaber combat, which is focused on precision, patience, and form; requiring the user to stay calm and collected. Makashi relied on precision swordplay to counter the sweeping movements demonstrated by Shii-Cho, and a heavy focus on protecting one's weapon to avoid being disarmed, the primary goal of Form I. Form II emphasized fluid motion and anticipation of a weapon being swung at its target, and so required very fluid movements of both the blade and the body. Timing, accuracy, and skill, rather than strength, were relied-upon to defeat one's opponent. With a skilled practitioner, the results were deadly. Due to Magnus' naturally aggressive nature, he commonly mixes Makashi in with his other forms; using it mainly as a back up in order to surprise and shock opponents. When utilizing Makashi, Magnus most commonly uses one of his curved hilt lightsabers in order to increase his level of precision and strength. Upon using it, it is commonly said it appears that Magnus is dancing.
 * Jar'Kai - Darth Magnus is also a very proficient user with Jar'Kai dual blade fencing, which is essentially the use of two lightsabers at a time. Magnus uses this with great skill and demonstrates a natural talent with it, using one saber to support the other, but also using them separately by attacking with both at the same time. However, Magnus most usual tactic is to fight the opponent with one saber and then quickly surprise them with the other.

Physical Abilities
Darth Magnus is a physical prodigy; being a talented martial artist and combatant who uses many fighting styles in order to enhance him. Magnus is also extremely durable, with normal blades having difficult time piercing his skin; and if using the force to augment his durability, normal blades snap upon contact. Magnus' physical durability is so great that he can even temporarily resist force lightning with his body alone; so if he's ever caught offguard, he can handle it for a short period of time. However, this is only true if it is a weaker version of force lightning; as if the user is proficient enough, he will most likely be injured. Magnus has taken a lightsaber to the stomach, a crushed leg, multiple lightsaber slashes, force lightning, and even temporarily survived an avalanche (although with force augmentation). This shows his great physical dexterity, as he is able to deal with most injuries and still fight immediately afterwards. Magnus also endures constant torture in order to increase his durability and pain tolerance.

Magnus is also a very talented martial artist, and his physical strength easily outmatches most humanoid species. Without force augmentation, Magnus is able to punch through solid rock without much effort; and with force augmentation, can punch through solid steel. Magnus is capable of holding grown men off their feet with one hand, and he can lift extraordinary amounts of weight. Magnus commonly uses his great physical strength to overpower opponents; landing powerful slashes and strikes in lightsaber combat; a single strike from his able to stagger a normal Jedi Knight.