Who Is the Fifth Brother? The Cold-Blooded Inquisitor of the Dark Side

Fifth Brother was a fallen Jedi who later became an Inquisitor and served the Galactic Empire. Trained by Grand Inquisitor, the Fifth Brother was driven by an unrelenting desire to eliminate all traces of the Jedi. His life is a story of tragedy, immense power, and the destructive allure of the dark side. Known for his terrifying precision, the fifth brother became one of the most feared figures in the galaxy during the rise of the Empire. 

This article is going to explore the mysterious surrounding the Fifth Brother, the reasons behind his ruthless pursuit of the Ghost Crew, and his ultimate demise at the hands of a former Sith Lord.

Early Life 

Though the planet from which the Fifth Brother belonged to is not mentioned, he did belong to a grey skinned species known at the inquisitor. The inquisitors were those Jedi who were unable to escape from the Empire even after surviving the Purge known as Order 66.

The Fifth Brother wielded a dual-bladed spinning lightsaber, though he often used it in single-blade mode during combat.

From Jedi to Inquisitor 

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The Inquisitors were the dark side enforcers who were tasked with hunting down any surviving Jedi. Under the control of the Empire, the Fifth Brother became one of the Inquisitors, a servant of Darth Vader and the Emperor.  

Despite his transformation into a ruthless Inquisitor, the Fifth Brother’s fall from the Jedi Order likely carried deep emotional scars. The trauma of surviving Order 66 and abandoning his Jedi principles fueled his brutal pursuit of the remaining Jedi. His desire to prove himself to Darth Vader and suppress any lingering guilt about his past may have driven him toward overconfidence and recklessness.

Working with Darth Vader

As part of the Inquisitorius, a secretive group founded by Emperor Palpatine, the Fifth Brother worked alongside other Inquisitors, including the Seventh Sister and the Grand Inquisitor, to hunt down Jedi survivors. Eager to prove his loyalty to the Empire, the Fifth Brother worked tirelessly on the assigned tasks.

Clashes with the Third Sister and the Grand Inquisitor

During his early missions, the Fifth Brother encountered many conflicts with the Grand Inquisitor and Third Sister. These clashes were driven by their different approaches and ambitions within the Inquisitorius. The Grand Inquisitor, known for his calculated and strategic methods, often clashed with the Fifth Brother’s reliance on brute force. On the other hand, the Third Sister also had her own ambitions, which led to tension as they fought for power and favor with Darth Vader.

Hunt for Eeth Koth

The Fifth Brother was sent by Darth Vader to hunt down Jedi Eeth Koth, a former Jedi Council member, who survived Order 66. He tracked and confronted Koth alongside other Inquisitors, ultimately executing him. 

Another Mission of Hunting the Ghost Crew

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After the death of the Grand Inquisitor, the Fifth Brother saw this as a chance to prove himself in front of the Empire. During this time, he was tasked with hunting Kanan Jarrus and his Padawan Ezra Bridger down. The Fifth Brother worked closely with the Seventh Sister to track the Ghost Crew, a small band of rebels. He pursued his target across various worlds, and his focus on eliminating Kanan and Ezra often put him at odds with the more strategic, Seventh Sister. 

Imperial Assault on Seelos

The Fifth Brother had an unparalleled determination for his missions. During an Imperial assault on Seelos, he arrived aboard Admiral Konstantine’s Star Destroyer, the Relentless, with the intent of capturing the Ghost crew. He disregarded standard military operations, prioritizing the destruction of the rebels over the larger campaign.

Skirmish at the Republic Medical Station: A Deadly Encounter

The Fifth Brother's next mission was at an abandoned Republic Medical Station. There a power surge was detected and he quickly took control of the situation and set out to investigate. The Fifth Brother was unaware that the Seventh Sister was already pursuing the Ghost Crew. He nearly captured Ezra and Sabine. But the Seventh Sister stopped him from killing Ezra, arguing that the young Jedi could be used to trap his master.

Despite their differences, the two Inquisitors worked together to confront Ezra, Sabine, and Zeb. During the ensuing battle, the Fifth Brother showcased his brute strength, effortlessly using the Force to explode thermal detonators back at the rebels. Though the Ghost crew managed to escape, the mission highlighted the Fifth Brother’s deadly combat abilities and his relentless pursuit of the Jedi.

Abduction of Force-Sensitive Children

After failing to capture Kanan and Ezra, the Fifth Brother was given another assignment to capture the Force-sensitive children. Alongside the Seventh Sister, he was sent to capture an infant named Alora. Despite resistance from the infant’s grandmother, the Fifth Brother was able to take Alora into custody.

After this, the Fifth Brother and Seventh Sister traveled to Takobo in search of another child, Pypey, an Ithorian infant. The Ghost crew intervened, leading to a dangerous pursuit through the streets of Hammertown. 

Though the Fifth Brother used his dark side abilities to track Pypey, the rebels ultimately managed to defeat him. However, the encounter once again revealed the Fifth Brother's unwavering dedication and merciless personality, as he showed no hesitation in threatening innocent lives to achieve his goals.

Confronting the Phoenix Squadron

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After the events on Takobo, the Fifth Brother and Seventh Sister regrouped with Agent Kallus and Admiral Konstantine to launch an attack on the rebel presence on Garel. Working together, they hoped to capture the Phoenix Squadron and the Ghost crew. The Fifth Brother encountered Kanan and Ezra once again during this mission but was defeated once again when Kanan shut a blast door, allowing the rebels time to escape. 

The Fifth Brother’s Final Mission and His Death 

Following the events on Takobo, the Fifth Brother and Seventh Sister regrouped with the Imperial forces which included Agent Kallus and Admiral Konstantine. They launched an assault on the rebel base on Garel, intending to capture Phoenix Squadron and the Ghost crew. There the Fifth Brother and Seventh Sister once again encounter Kanan Jarrus and Ezra Bridger. The Fifth Brother, alongside the Seventh Sister, attempts to corner the rebels, but they are outmaneuvered. Kanan uses a blast door to block their path, giving the rebels the chance to escape.

Despite his exceptional combat abilities, the Fifth Brother was defeated in his last battle. Ahsoka damaged his lightsaber which made it easier for Maul to easily cut him down, ending his service to the Empire. 

FAQ’s

Who was the actor of The Fifth Brother? 

The Fifth Brother was voiced by Philip Anthony Rodriguez in Star Wars Rebels and in Obi-Wan Kenobi he was played by Sung Kang.

Why are inquisitors called brothers and sisters?

Inquisitors were referred as brothers and sisters to create a hierarchy and unity among them. They were only a few in number who were Force-sensitive assassins and served the dark side, so they were referred to as the Fifth Brother or Seventh Sister. 

What does Fifth Brother mean in the Star Wars? 

The Fifth Brother refers to a rank among the Imperial Inquisitors, a group of dark side users who were assigned a task to hunt all Force-sensitive creatures. 

How strong was the Fifth Brother? 

The Fifth Brother had excellent physical strength and combat skills, along with an ability to read minds and control automated doors of transport through telekinesis. 

What happened to the Fifth Brother on Malachor? 

The Fifth Brother was killed on Malachor. 

Who killed the Fifth Brother? 

Maul killed the Fifth Brother during the battle on the Sith world of Malachor.