Published Apr 27, 2026, 3:00 AM EDT Maul's refusal to go Solo may end up benefitting him greatly A Star Wars: Maul reveal hints at a much-needed return by a prequel character Image: Disney Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord has delivered an enthralling, pulpy Star Wars crime thriller that’s kept me on my toes with every episode. However, Maul’s goal of rebuilding his criminal empire has hit a snag. With the Empire’s grip closing around the seedy planet of Janix and the threat of the Inquisitors bearing down on him, the ex-Sith Lord is stuck between a kyber crystal and a hard place. In episode 8, “The Creeping Fear,” one name was dropped that may just prove to be Maul’s salvation: Dryden Vos. Unless you’ve been paying attention — or are as brainrotted as I am when it comes to a certain Han Solo Star Wars “story” — you might not have realized the significance of Vos’ name being dropped at the end of the episode. Who is Dryden Vos, and what role will he have to play in Darth Maul’s journey? I am so glad you asked.…