Originally posted 2001-08-22 23:07:39 EDT

Starwars.com updates with a pile of new databank entries on the Senators of Star Wars. Some are related to Episode II, while others do not yet have the designation:

This session of the Galactic Senate has been called to discuss the recent unrest in the Republic. This proud institution has stood for centuries, guiding the galaxy through darkness and light. There are those, however, with their own agendas and interests that run counter to what is good for the people of the galaxy. Fellow delegates, study this databank update carefully. Only through vigilance can we root out the corruption in our midst.

UPDATE

Sompeetalay chimed in with a list of confirmed AOTC senate-related characters, as well as confirmation of some of the AOTC plot.

Confirmed Characters:
Senatorial Aide Dar Wac (Rodian)
Tikkes (allianced with Dooku)
Ask Aak (Gran)
Zo Howler (Anx) & aide Fo Kuna

When you go to the entry of Galactic Republic, read the following passage:

"The well-meaning but politically clumsy Chancellor Valorum was voted out of office. In his place, Palpatine was elected Supreme Chancellor. Despite promises of bringing order and compassion back to the Republic, the first decade of his term was blighted by great political upheaval. A separatist movement, led by the charismatic Count Dooku, began splitting the Republic, and it was all the Jedi could do to maintain order.

This chaotic political climate precipitated the dark times that overcame the galaxy. The Republic crumbled and was rebuilt in the guise of the New Order."