The theory of the so-called "Second Sith" originated in 32 BBY when reports out of the Theed Royal Palace were received at the Coruscant Jedi Temple. Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn had been cut down by the same Zabrak dervish that had ambushed him on Tatooine. The Zabrak, garbed in black and wielding a double-bladed lightsaber in the style of Sith Lord Exar Kun, was well-versed in the ways of the Force and was able to draw upon the dark side for strength.