palpatine return

I don't think so. There are many other characters in fiction who could be considered equally or even more skilled manipulators.

Well, Palpatine's background is filled with secrecy and deception. He was a master of political manipulation and used his Sith powers in the shadows to gain control. His early life was marked by his apprenticeship under Darth Plagueis and his plotting to overthrow the Republic.

Yes, usually Palpatine novels are considered canon if they are officially licensed and part of the established Star Wars universe.

Yes, Palpatine is often considered one of the most manipulative villains. His schemes and political machinations in the Star Wars universe are incredibly complex and far-reaching.

It would likely have led to a very different outcome for the Star Wars universe. Maybe peace would have been restored earlier.

One idea could be that Palpatine somehow discovers the wizarding world of Harry Potter. Maybe he sees it as a new realm to conquer. He could try to manipulate the Ministry of Magic using his Sith mind - tricks, and Harry Potter would have to figure out who this strange new threat is and stop him. It would be a clash of two very different kinds of magic.

In some fanfics, there might be a plotline where Palpatine tries to corrupt Anakin even further during the battle, using psychological warfare. Anakin, on the other hand, has to resist this while also fighting for his life. This adds a layer of psychological drama to the physical fight between them.

In such fanfiction, it could lead to a completely different power dynamic in the galaxy. Maybe the Jedi would regain their prominence and prevent the rise of the Empire.

It could have completely changed the course of the Star Wars universe. With Palpatine out of the picture, the Sith might have crumbled and the Jedi could have regained their influence.

The galaxy would have been in chaos. The balance of power would shift dramatically, and there would likely be power struggles among the Jedi and other factions.