Qui-Gon is introduced in Episode I of Star Wars as a wise and powerful Jedi, the mentor of the young Obi-Wan Kenobi. Unlike the other more conservative Jedis, he values living in the moment as the most effective and rewarding way to embrace the Force. While other Jedi respect him, they are frequently puzzled by his unorthodox beliefs, and ultimately deny him a seat on the Jedi Council.

At the age of eight, he and Tahl become best friends. At the age of 10, Qui-Gon participates in the Exhibition Day Tournament, where young students are encouraged to perform their skills so that they may be taken as an apprentice to one of the Jedi Knights or Masters. At this exhibition, Jedi Master Count Dooku first sees Qui-Gon's lightsaber skills, and takes the boy as his Padawan a short time afterwards.

For the next few years, Qui-Gon returns to solo missions, and occasionally works with others on various assignments. Qui-Gon and Tahl are credited for accomplishing many missions, such as successfully overseeing the first democratic elections of New Apsolon.

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