The Glove of Darth Vader

Darth Vader's glove, especially his fist, has become a symbol of evil and iron-handed rule. Ironically, Vader's hand really is made from metal.

Vader's right hand is a constant motif throughout the Star Wars saga. Both he and his son Luke lose their right hands in the course of events in the films. Luke's realization of this fact in Return of the Jedi during the climactic duel with Vader is an important thematic point, as he realizes that has become just like his father in giving in to the Dark Side.

The Glove of Darth Vader (1992) is the first book of the Jedi Prince series by Paul and Hollace Davids.

In the book, Grand Moff Hissa sets up Trioculus as Palpatine's son and, therefore, heir to the Empire. However, Kadann, Supreme Prophet of the Dark Side, foretells the rightful heir will wear the glove of Darth Vader. Despite the efforts of Luke Skywalker and the Rebel Alliance, Trioculus retrieves the glove from Calamari.