Chapter 18 Summary

Queen Amidala, profoundly saddened by the events in the Senate, goes into seclusion waiting for news of the new Chancellor. Jar Jar strikes up a conversation with her, and reveals a startling piece of news. The Gungans have a big army and a lot of weaponry, which is why they are left virtually alone by the other inhabitants of Naboo. Startled by this information, she is about to respond when they are interrupted by the arrival of Captain Panaka, her security chief, and Senator Palpatine bringing news that Senator Palpatine has been nominated to succeed Chancellor Valorum. Fearing that this development only means further delays and indecision, Queen Amidala determines to return to Naboo.

At the Jedi temple, Qui-Gon and Anakin are shocked to learn that the Council has decided not to admit Anakin for training - the main reason being that he...