31+ Darth Sidious Quotes From 'Star Wars' Emperor Of Evil

Srija Chanda
Dec 12, 2023 By Srija Chanda
Originally Published on Mar 12, 2021
Edited by Monisha Kochhar
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Darth Sidious is the Sith title of Sheev Palpatine in 'Star Wars'.

Palpatine appears in all the Skywalker saga. He is considered an overarching villain who killed his master Sith to train Darth Maul and his own apprentice.

Master of Lord Vader and the Emporer of the first Galactic Empire, Sheev Palpatine became the Sith apprentice to the Dark Lord when he swore himself as his Sith name. He is known as a symbol of evil in pop-culture and is quite popular amongst 'Star Wars' fans. It is said that Palpatine screamed "Unlimited power", as Anakin gave him the chance to show the power of the Dark side to Mace Windu. It was a way Emperor Palpatine wanted to show Mace that the dark would always overcome light before he dies. Few of the popular Palpatine sayings can be quoted as, "I have died before", "So be it... Jedi", and many more amazing quotes. Check the list below for more of Palpatine's sayings or Darth Sidious quotes to Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan.

For more great articles, check out [Darth Maul quotes] and Darth Vader quotes too.

Powerful Palpatine Quotations To Remember

The dark side of the force nurtures the dark master. Check out this list to see how Emperor Palpatine trained and exceeded in making a powerful apprentice and became the senate in the galaxy. Check out his finest quotations below.

1. "Your feeble skills are no match for the power of the Dark Side."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. VI.

2. "Your arrogance blinds you, Master Yoda. Now you will experience the full power of the Dark Side."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

3. "You will not stop me. Darth Vader will become more powerful than either of us!"

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

4. "Power! Unlimited Power!"

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

5. "The Dark Side of the Force is a pathway to many abilities some consider to be... unnatural."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

6. "There is only one plan—one great design which shall govern the universe—mine."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. I.

7. "Palpatine:  You are fulfilling your destiny, Anakin. Become my apprentice. Learn to use the dark side of the Force.

Anakin Skywalker: I will do whatever you ask."

- Ep. III, 'Revenge Of The Sith'.

8. "Only through me, you can achieve a power greater than any Jedi."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

Best Darth Sidious Quotes

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9. "I will make it legal."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. I.

10. "I will not go down in history as the last Chancellor of the Republic."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

11. "There, there child. Soon you will cry no more."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. VII.

12. "The Sith and the Jedi are similar in almost every way. Including their quest for greater power."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

13. "He became so powerful, the only thing he was afraid of was losing his power, which, eventually, of course, he did. Unfortunately, he taught his apprentice everything he knew. Then his apprentice killed him in his sleep. It's ironic. He could save others from death, but not himself."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

14. "Commander Cody, the time has come. Execute Order 66."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

15. "Why, Master Yoda, what a delightful surprise! Let me be the first to wish you Happy Empire Day!"

- Darth Sidious, Ep. V.

16. "Lord Vader. Can you hear me?... It seems, in your anger, you killed her."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

Popular Evil Emperor Palpatine Sayings

As the senate of the Republic, Sidious was quite an evil force and fostered death. Check out these famous quotes by the powerful Emperor Palpatine of the Republic.

17. "Wipe them out. All of them."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. I.

18. "Everything that has transpired, has done so according to my design."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. VI.

19. "Are you threatening me, Master Jedi?"

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

20. "Palpatine:  The Force is strong with you... Henceforth you shall be known as Darth Vader.

Anakin Skywalker: Thank you... my Master."

- Ep. III, 'Revenge Of The Sith'.

21. "Palpatine: I would hate to think you are training your own Sith apprentice to destroy me...

Count Dooku: Never! My allegiance is to you and you alone."

- 'The Clone Wars'.

22. "Now young Skywalker. You will die."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. VI.

23. "The Force is strong with him. The son of Skywalker must not become a Jedi."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. V.

Palpatine Death And Way Of Life Quotations

Along with power, force, and being an apprentice and a Lord to different people, the galaxy has a unique way of life and death. These Emperor quotes shall remind you about exactly that.

24. "We kept the skeleton of the Republic for nearly twenty years while the Death Star was constructed."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

25. "To cheat death is a power only one has achieved, but if we work together, I know we can discover the secret."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

26. "This is not the first time you have proven to be clumsy, Lord Tyranus."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. IV.

27. "Anakin, I'm appointing you to be my personal representative on the Jedi Council."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

28. "Palpatine: I am the Senate!

Mace Windu: Not yet.

Palpatine: It's treason then."

- Ep. III, 'Revenge Of The Sith'.

29. "Palpatine: I have waited a long time for this moment, my little green friend. At last, the Jedi are no more.

Yoda: Not if anything to say about it I have!... At an end, your rule is, and not short enough was it."

- Ep. III, 'Revenge Of The Sith'.

30. "Once more, the Sith will rule the galaxy! And... we shall have peace."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

31. "We have a new enemy: the young rebel who destroyed the Death Star. I have no doubt this boy is the offspring of Anakin Skywalker."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. V.

32. "Did you ever hear the tragedy of Darth Plagueis The Wise?"

- Darth Sidious, Ep. III.

33. "Of all the monsters I have created, I still regard Darth Vader as something of a minor masterpiece. No, he was not an entirely alchemical creation, but he was my monster nevertheless."

- Darth Sidious, Ep. I.

Here at Kidadl, we have carefully created lots of interesting family-friendly quotes for everyone to enjoy! If you liked our suggestions for Emperor Darth Sidious quotes then why not take a look at [Kreia quotes], or 'Star Wars' prequel quotes.

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Written by Srija Chanda

Master of Arts specializing in Mass Communication/Media Studies

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Srija ChandaMaster of Arts specializing in Mass Communication/Media Studies

An aspiring media professional, Srija is currently pursuing her Master's degree in Mass Communication at St. Xavier's University, Kolkata, after completing her degree in journalism. With experience in PR and social media, she has also honed her leadership skills through her participation in a youth parliament. Srija's interests include devouring books, watching movies, and exploring new places through travel.

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