Darth Maul - Star Wars Episode 1 - A glimpse of the main villian of 'Star Wars Episode 1 The Phantom Menace' Darth Maul is an apprentice that is trained in the ways of the sith, and fights against the jedi. Being a new character that is introduced into the star wars saga, Darth maul being an anti-hero has gained quite popularity among fans with his double saber style of fighting he has earn himself countless spawns of comics, toys and even fan made movies.