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| name = Cloak of Deception |
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| image = [[Image:Cloakofdeception.jpg|center|200px]] |
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| author |
| author = [[James Luceno]] |
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| cover_artist |
| cover_artist = [[Steven Anderson]] |
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| country |
| country = USA |
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| language |
| language = English |
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| era |
| era = [[List of Star Wars books#Prequel Era|Prequel]] |
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| galactic_year = [[Dates in Star Wars|32.5 BBY]] |
| galactic_year = [[Dates in Star Wars|32.5 BBY]] |
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| canon |
| canon = [[Star Wars canon|C]] |
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| subject |
| subject = [[Star Wars]] |
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| genre |
| genre = [[Science Fiction]] |
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| publisher |
| publisher = [[Del Rey Books|Del Rey]] |
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| release_date |
| release_date = [[Hardcover]]:<br>1 June 2001<br> |
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[[Paperback]]:<br>25 June 2002 |
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| media_type = [[Hardcover]] & [[Paperback]] |
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| pages |
| pages = [[Hardcover]]: 342<br> |
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[[Paperback]]: 368 |
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| size_weight = [[Hardcover]]:<br>9.6 x 6.5 x 1.2 inches<br>1.3 pounds<br> |
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[[Paperback]]:<br>6.9 x 4.2 x 1.0 inches<br>6.4 ounces |
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| isbn |
| isbn = [[Hardcover]]:<br>ISBN 0-345-44298-9<br> |
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[[Paperback]]:<br>ISBN 0-345-44297-0 |
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| preceded_by |
| preceded_by = [[Darth Maul: Saboteur]] |
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| followed_by |
| followed_by = [[Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter]] |
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'''''Cloak of Deception''''' is a 2002 [[novel]] set in the ''[[Star Wars]]'' [[Star Wars galaxy|galaxy]]. It is a [[prequel]] novel occurring before the events of ''[[Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace]]''. |
'''''Cloak of Deception''''' is a 2002 [[novel]] set in the ''[[Star Wars]]'' [[Star Wars galaxy|galaxy]]. It is a [[prequel]] novel occurring before the events of ''[[Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace]]''. The book was written by [[James Luceno]]. The cover art was by [[Steven Anderson]]. The book takes place 32.5 years before ''[[Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope]]''. |
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Narration for the audio version was performed by Alexander Adams. The paperback version included a 15-page excerpt of Enemy Lines I: Rebel Dream. |
Narration for the audio version was performed by Alexander Adams. The paperback version included a 15-page excerpt of Enemy Lines I: Rebel Dream. |
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Mired in greed and corruption, tangled in bureaucracy, the Galactic Republic is crumbling. In the outlying systems, where the Trade Federation maintains a stranglehold on shipping routes, tensions are boiling over—while back in the comfort of Coruscant, the hub of civilized space and seat of Republic government, few senators seem inclined to investigate the problem. And those who suspect Supreme Chancellor Valorum of having a hand in the machinations are baffled—especially when Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi foil an assassination attempt on the Chancellor. |
Mired in greed and corruption, tangled in bureaucracy, the Galactic Republic is crumbling. In the outlying systems, where the Trade Federation maintains a stranglehold on shipping routes, tensions are boiling over—while back in the comfort of Coruscant, the hub of civilized space and seat of Republic government, few senators seem inclined to investigate the problem. And those who suspect Supreme Chancellor Valorum of having a hand in the machinations are baffled—especially when Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi foil an assassination attempt on the Chancellor. |
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| ⚫ | With the crisis escalating, Valorum calls for an emergency trade summit. As Humans and aliens gather, conspiracies sealed with large sums of money run rampant, and no one is entirely above suspicion. But the greatest threat of all remains unknown to everyone except three members of the Trade Federation who have entered into a shadowy alliance with a dark overlord. While the trio will be content with more money and fewer problems, Darth Sidious has grander, far more terrifying plans. |
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| ⚫ | It is a time that tests the mettle of all those who strive to hold the Republic together—none more so than the Jedi Knights, who have long been the galaxy's best hope for preserving peace and justice. Yet despite their most valiant efforts, the meeting will explode into fiery chaos beyond everyone's worst fears… |
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| ⚫ | With the crisis escalating, Valorum calls for an emergency trade summit. As Humans and aliens gather, conspiracies sealed with large sums of money run rampant, and no one is entirely above suspicion. But the greatest threat of all remains unknown to everyone except three members of the Trade Federation who have entered into a shadowy alliance with a dark overlord. While the trio will be content with more money and fewer problems, Darth Sidious has grander, far more terrifying plans. |
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| ⚫ | It is a time that tests the mettle of all those who strive to hold the Republic together—none more so than the Jedi Knights, who have long been the galaxy's best hope for preserving peace and justice. Yet despite their most valiant efforts, the meeting will explode into fiery chaos beyond everyone's worst fears… |
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==Summary== |
==Summary== |
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| ⚫ | Prior to the events ''The Phantom Menace'', [[Palpatine]] politically manipulates his colleagues in the [[Galactic Senate]], especially supreme Chancellor [[List of Star Wars characters#V|Finis Valorum]]. As the [[Sith Lord]] Darth Sidious, he begins to slowly put the [[List of Star Wars races (K-O)#Neimoidian|Neimoidians]] and the [[Trade Federation]] in position for his blockade of [[Naboo]]. |
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| ⚫ | A [[terrorist]] group named the Nebula Front threatens the activities of the Trade Federation. They are protesting the actions of the Federation and will resort to any means necessary to disrupt the Trade Federation. They hire Captain Cohl to carry out terrorist acts against their business. However, Jedi [[Qui-Gon Jinn]] and [[Obi-Wan Kenobi]] are hot on the trail of the terrorists and thwart their plans. |
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| ⚫ | Prior to the events ''The Phantom Menace'', [[Palpatine]] politically manipulates his colleagues in the [[Galactic Senate]], especially supreme Chancellor [[List of Star Wars characters#V|Finis Valorum]]. As the [[Sith Lord]] Darth Sidious, he begins to slowly put the [[List of Star Wars races (K-O)#Neimoidian|Neimoidians]] and the [[Trade Federation]] in position for his blockade of [[Naboo]]. |
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| ⚫ | A [[terrorist]] group named the Nebula Front threatens the activities of the Trade Federation. They are protesting the actions of the Federation and will resort to any means necessary to disrupt the Trade Federation. They hire Captain Cohl to carry out terrorist acts against their business. However, Jedi [[Qui-Gon Jinn]] and [[Obi-Wan Kenobi]] are hot on the trail of the terrorists and thwart their plans. |
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The Trade Federation petitions the Senate to allow them to increase their number of droid fighters, battle droids, and other defenses. Valorum considers this, but on advice from Palpatine he demands that in exchange the [[Galactic Republic (Star Wars)|Republic]] be allowed to tax some of the trade routes they hold. This sparks a debate and a summit is scheduled to be held on the matter. |
The Trade Federation petitions the Senate to allow them to increase their number of droid fighters, battle droids, and other defenses. Valorum considers this, but on advice from Palpatine he demands that in exchange the [[Galactic Republic (Star Wars)|Republic]] be allowed to tax some of the trade routes they hold. This sparks a debate and a summit is scheduled to be held on the matter. |
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Taking extreme measures, the Nebula Front sets plans in motion to assassinate Valorum at the summit to prevent the taxation. The [[Jedi Council]], along with Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, step in to track down Captain Cohl and the would-be assassins. |
Taking extreme measures, the Nebula Front sets plans in motion to assassinate Valorum at the summit to prevent the taxation. The [[Jedi Council]], along with Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, step in to track down Captain Cohl and the would-be assassins. |
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While writing the novel, James Luceno was granted access to parts of the screenplay drafts and concept art of Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. As such, Cloak of Deception was the first (real life) appearance of almost all of the new characters and organizations from Attack of the Clones, including the Techno Union, Passel Argente, and other Separatists. |
While writing the novel, James Luceno was granted access to parts of the screenplay drafts and concept art of Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. As such, Cloak of Deception was the first (real life) appearance of almost all of the new characters and organizations from Attack of the Clones, including the Techno Union, Passel Argente, and other Separatists. |
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At the end of chapter 29 the word 'thought' is missing the 't' at the end. In chapter 33, the word 'a' is incorrectly written as 'an'. |
At the end of chapter 29 the word 'thought' is missing the 't' at the end. In chapter 33, the word 'a' is incorrectly written as 'an'. |
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Opening crawl |
Opening crawl |
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Republic's best hope for preserving peace |
Republic's best hope for preserving peace |
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and justice… |
and justice… |
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==External links== |
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*''[http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0345442989 Amazon.com Listing]'' |
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Revision as of 19:42, 30 August 2012
Cloak of Deception is a 2002 novel set in the Star Wars galaxy. It is a prequel novel occurring before the events of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. The book was written by James Luceno. The cover art was by Steven Anderson. The book takes place 32.5 years before Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. Narration for the audio version was performed by Alexander Adams. The paperback version included a 15-page excerpt of Enemy Lines I: Rebel Dream.
Mired in greed and corruption, tangled in bureaucracy, the Galactic Republic is crumbling. In the outlying systems, where the Trade Federation maintains a stranglehold on shipping routes, tensions are boiling over—while back in the comfort of Coruscant, the hub of civilized space and seat of Republic government, few senators seem inclined to investigate the problem. And those who suspect Supreme Chancellor Valorum of having a hand in the machinations are baffled—especially when Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn and his apprentice Obi-Wan Kenobi foil an assassination attempt on the Chancellor.
With the crisis escalating, Valorum calls for an emergency trade summit. As Humans and aliens gather, conspiracies sealed with large sums of money run rampant, and no one is entirely above suspicion. But the greatest threat of all remains unknown to everyone except three members of the Trade Federation who have entered into a shadowy alliance with a dark overlord. While the trio will be content with more money and fewer problems, Darth Sidious has grander, far more terrifying plans.
It is a time that tests the mettle of all those who strive to hold the Republic together—none more so than the Jedi Knights, who have long been the galaxy's best hope for preserving peace and justice. Yet despite their most valiant efforts, the meeting will explode into fiery chaos beyond everyone's worst fears…
Summary
Prior to the events The Phantom Menace, Palpatine politically manipulates his colleagues in the Galactic Senate, especially supreme Chancellor Finis Valorum. As the Sith Lord Darth Sidious, he begins to slowly put the Neimoidians and the Trade Federation in position for his blockade of Naboo.
A terrorist group named the Nebula Front threatens the activities of the Trade Federation. They are protesting the actions of the Federation and will resort to any means necessary to disrupt the Trade Federation. They hire Captain Cohl to carry out terrorist acts against their business. However, Jedi Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi are hot on the trail of the terrorists and thwart their plans.
The Trade Federation petitions the Senate to allow them to increase their number of droid fighters, battle droids, and other defenses. Valorum considers this, but on advice from Palpatine he demands that in exchange the Republic be allowed to tax some of the trade routes they hold. This sparks a debate and a summit is scheduled to be held on the matter.
Taking extreme measures, the Nebula Front sets plans in motion to assassinate Valorum at the summit to prevent the taxation. The Jedi Council, along with Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, step in to track down Captain Cohl and the would-be assassins.
While writing the novel, James Luceno was granted access to parts of the screenplay drafts and concept art of Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. As such, Cloak of Deception was the first (real life) appearance of almost all of the new characters and organizations from Attack of the Clones, including the Techno Union, Passel Argente, and other Separatists.
At the end of chapter 29 the word 'thought' is missing the 't' at the end. In chapter 33, the word 'a' is incorrectly written as 'an'.
Opening crawl After a thousand generations of peace, the Galactic Republic is crumbling. On Coruscant, at the center of civilized space, greed and corruption riddle the Senate, beyond even the abilities of Supreme Chancellor Valorum to remedy. And in the outlying systems, the Trade Federation dominates the hyperlanes with its gargantuan vessels.
But now even the Trade Federation finds itself assailed from all quarters, preyed upon by pirates and raiders, and victimized by terrorists, who demand an end to the Federation's tyrannical practices.
It is a time that tests the mettle of all those who strive to hold the Republic together—none more than the Jedi Knights, who have long been the Republic's best hope for preserving peace and justice…