The Non-Canon Expert looks at lore that exists for Darth Vader relating to the events of Episode 4: A New Hope that might not be apparent within the film, explaining why the Sith Lord was tormented and influenced by the duel that took place between Anakin Skywalker and Asajj Ventress during the Clone Wars. This is a Legends story for Darth Vader and the events of Episode 4: A New Hope with information from a number of Legends sources, but primarily within «Star Wars: The Rise and Fall of Darth Vader,» «Star Wars: Death Star,» «Star Wars: Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader,» and «Star Wars: Jedi vs. Sith: The Essential Guide to the Force.»