Octorox, I agree that the Jedi should be more spread out, kind of like medieval knights out on quests. I think they should still be in contact with each other through the force, like Luke with Leia and Vader in ESB. Thats how I think you can keep Yoda as a presence without actually showing him. You can figure if he is such a powerful Jedi he can probably be almost one with the universe and feel all of the disturbances and guide the other Jedi to where they are needed. I think the PT Yoda was pretty lame. He was always blind to what the bad guys were up to and had difficulty lifting heavy stuff when necessary (AOTC again).

Hey ChainsawAsh nice idea. What if movie one is the END of Clone War I, kind of like ROTJ, but better? Then movie two could be a few years later and the onset of Clone War II (instigated by the Emperor of course). Finally the third movie would be the fall of the Jedi and the Rise of the Empire. Maybe it should actually end as a joyous victory for some. The emperor speaking of defeating the traitorous Jedi and how he will move the Repulic into a new age. Intercut this with some listening and knowing its not true and trooper making moves against civilians, showcasing the dark days to come.

I have a VERY basic outline perculating in the old noggin. I might post something if some more holes get filled in.