Lando Calrissian may be the galaxy’s suavest gambler and a rogue with style, but he’s also much more than that.
Over the years, he’s been involved in key battles, managed high-stakes negotiations, and even turned around his own life.
Here’s a closer look at ten facts about Lando you might not know, proving he’s one of Star Wars’ most intriguing characters.
Table of Contents
- 1. He Helped Stop Emperor Palpatine’s Revenge Plan
- 2. He Once Won a Moon in a Game of Sabacc
- 3. He Had to Take Down a Bounty Hunter
- 4. Lando Went Legit on Cloud City
- 5. Lando Was Almost a Clone
- 6. He Won Cloud City in a Sabacc Game
- 7. He Was Almost Killed Off in the ‘90s
- 8. He Accidentally Stole a Ship from Palpatine
- 9. He Had a Brief Fling with Amilyn Holdo
- 10. He Supported Leia When She Needed It
1. He Helped Stop Emperor Palpatine’s Revenge Plan
After the Emperor died, he didn’t just leave the Empire to collapse – he had a backup plan called Operation: Cinder to burn loyal planets down.
Lando wasn’t about to let that happen. He stepped up, convincing a few defectors to join the Rebellion and rally against the Empire’s plan.
It wasn’t the kind of job you’d expect from a gambler, but it shows that Lando has a big heart for fighting the good fight when it matters.
2. He Once Won a Moon in a Game of Sabacc
Everyone knows Lando lost the Millennium Falcon to Han Solo in Sabacc, but not many people know he once won an entire moon!
In a high-stakes game, he scored himself a subtropical moon in the Oseon Belt.
While he’s taken a few losses in his gambling days, this one win just goes to show his luck wasn’t always against him, and he probably never lets anyone forget about that game.
3. He Had to Take Down a Bounty Hunter
Lando’s not one to pick fights, but he knows how to handle himself when things get rough.
In the Star Wars Adventures comics, he ends up in a dangerous situation with a bounty hunter named Enbo.
Despite trying to avoid violence, he was forced to kill Enbo in self-defense.
This isn’t a side of Lando we usually see, but it proves he’s got the skills to back himself up when he’s cornered, especially if you know that Enbo is one of the most skillful bounty hunters.
4. Lando Went Legit on Cloud City
After years of shady deals, Lando actually went legit when he took over Cloud City.
Winning it in a Sabacc game, he turned Cloud City into a droid manufacturing hub, steering away from his sketchy past.
As Baron Administrator, he took his role seriously, doing right by the city and its people. For someone known as a rogue, he showed he could handle real responsibility, too.
5. Lando Was Almost a Clone
In the early drafts of The Empire Strikes Back, Lando was supposed to be part of a clone clan from a planet filled with clone families.
His name was even supposed to be “Lando Kandar,” leading a group of clone refugees. Luckily, they scrapped this idea, and we got the Lando we know and love today.
But still, it’s wild to think about how different he might have been if he’d been a clone from the start.
6. He Won Cloud City in a Sabacc Game
Lando’s role as the Baron Administrator wasn’t handed to him; he won it in another big Sabacc game.
The former baron, Dominic Raynor, lost the city after betting it against Lando. Instead of treating it as just another prize, though, Lando embraced the responsibility.
He wanted to make Cloud City better, showing he was more than just a gambler – he was a capable leader when he needed to be.
7. He Was Almost Killed Off in the ‘90s
It’s hard to imagine Star Wars without Lando, but Lucasfilm almost wrote him out in the ‘90s, thinking he had “run his course.”
Thankfully, they changed their minds, and Lando continued appearing in novels and comics.
This close call reminds us just how lucky we are that he’s still around, bringing his unique mix of charm and courage to the galaxy.
8. He Accidentally Stole a Ship from Palpatine
One of Lando’s heists went sideways in a big way in the Lando comic series. He stole a luxury yacht, only to find out it was owned by none other than Emperor Palpatine.
Packed with ancient Sith artifacts, the ship was way more dangerous than Lando had planned.
This “easy job” turned into a survival mission when you’re stealing from the Emperor.
9. He Had a Brief Fling with Amilyn Holdo
Lando’s charisma didn’t just impress his friends – it extended to unexpected alliances, too.
In Marvel’s Star Wars comics, he and Amilyn Holdo, the bold Rebel officer we see in The Last Jedi, shared a brief romance.
This little fling shows an intriguing aspect of both characters, showing us a side of Lando that fits with his smooth-talking charm and Holdo’s own adventurous spirit.
10. He Supported Leia When She Needed It
After Leia’s heritage as Darth Vader’s daughter was exposed, she faced a lot of backlash. But Lando wasn’t about to let her face it alone.
He sent her a message of support, reminding her of her strength and letting her know he had her back.
This small act shows the loyalty Lando has for his friends and the value he places on standing by the people who mean the most to him.