Though the experimental bomb succeeded in neutralizing the entire Separatist invasion force in one fell swoop, the surface began to collapse as a result of the explosion, creating a massive sinkhole that began at ground zero and expanded in every direction. He also rejected its claims against him, asserting that his virtues were influenced by altruism and the concept of right versus wrong. Unable to escape on their own, Skywalker instructed R2-D2 to relay their situation to the Jedi Temple.

A transmission from Aurra Sing, who revealed the hostages she took from the Endurance, changed the Jedi Master's mind. He voiced his concerns to Obi-Wan Kenobi in a private discussion, and they resolved to keep a closer watch on their old friend. Windu's rescue party was saved from slaughter by the arrival of Yoda and the Grand Army of the Republic. Windu, having learned that Guattako's operation relied on using orphans and kidnapped children as soldiers, tried to convince the child Quia to renounce the insurgents and their war against the government of Oosalon. AD-W4 was confident that its mission was a success in spite of the Jedi's efforts to prevent the Separatists from gaining a valuable energy source that could fuel their war effort against the Republic.In the aftermath of the arena skirmish, the First Battle of Geonosis officially commenced as thousands of clone troopers engaged the battle droids on the field of war. Mace never stopped doubting young Skywalker, and his ill-concealed distrust would cast a shadow over their relationship as Anakin ascended the Jedi ranks. In spite of Count Dooku's plot to form an alliance between the Confederacy and the Hutt Clan, Rotta was ultimately redeemed from captivity by Anakin Skywalker and his new Padawan, Ahsoka Tano. After encountering members of Hissrich's indigenous population, Windu and Fisto followed them into a system of caverns and although they could not speak the aliens' language, Windu sensed that they were not hostile to the Jedi.

CLONES OF THE REPUBLIC: Look for more Star Wars Black Series action figures in this Clones of the Republic series to build a galaxy on your shelf! While investigating the death of Sifo-Dyas, the High Council discovered that the Sith were responsible for the creation of the clone army. Admiral Wilhuff Tarkin contacted the Council and claimed that Tano had not only murdered Turmond, but also several clone troopers during her escape from the Republic Center for Military Operations.

Includes Mace Windu figure with lightsaber; Clone Commander figure with removable helmet, blaster rifle and 2 blaster pistols; 3 Clone Trooper figures with blaster rifles. Although Dooku had renounced his Jedi status before becoming the leader of the Separatist movement, Windu refused to believe that even a former Jedi could be involved in a plot to assassinate the Naboo senator—or anyone for that matter.