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You know those moments when something feels off at work, but you keep pushing through anyway? That’s what this story is about. It’s not about a Jedi or a Sith—but about a young Imperial officer who stayed up too late on duty and ended up with the most unexpected call of his life. How Gregg …

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We all cheered when the Death Star exploded over Yavin. The Rebels survived, the galaxy was saved, and a new hope was born. But hidden behind that victory is one of Star Wars’ darkest and most human tragedies. It’s not about Darth Vader, Tarkin, or even Luke Skywalker. It’s about a man inside the Death …

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There’s something about lightsaber duels that always stands out. You see two warriors clashing, sparks flying, blades humming. Then, the moment one of them falls or loses grip, the weapon shuts down in an instant. Why does that always happen? Safety in the Galaxy From an in-universe view, lightsabers are extremely dangerous weapons. A fully …

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Ron Howard is sharing more details than ever before about what went wrong behind the scenes of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Speaking to Vulture, the Oscar-winning director said Lucasfilm’s split with Phil Lord and Chris Miller boiled down to tone. “They basically said, ‘We’ve reached a creative impasse with Lord and Miller. Would you …

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General Grievous looked like he was in the middle of everything—leading Separatist armies, talking directly to Darth Sidious, and hunting Jedi across the galaxy. But when you read the Labyrinth of Evil novel and watch how he talks and acts, you start to see how much he really didn’t know anything. Treating Palpatine Like A …

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When people think about Palpatine, they see a cold schemer who treats apprentices like tools. But Maul’s “death” wasn’t something he just shrugged off. The Darth Plagueis novel shows a mix of solitude, frustration, and a quick turn toward bigger plans. More Than Just A Weapon Maul wasn’t like Dooku, who only filled a role …

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When we talk about Darth Vader’s dark deeds, most people think about the Jedi Purge or his duel with Obi-Wan Kenobi. But buried deep in the Darth Vader (2017) #19 is a story that’s far more personal and haunting. It’s about the day Vader not only hunted down a fallen Jedi but also stole his …

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Liam Neeson recently brought up something that’s been on my mind for a long time too — the way Qui-Gon Jinn died in The Phantom Menace. If you’ve ever rewatched that final fight with Darth Maul and thought, “Wait, that’s it?” — you’re definitely not alone. “Hardly a Master Jedi” In a recent interview with …

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When Darth Vader first emerged in the Imperial military structure, he didn’t arrive with titles, medals, or polite introductions. He entered the Empire like a shadow with a lightsaber – silent, unstoppable, and deeply feared. But for many in the ranks, his presence didn’t make sense at first. Why did this unknown figure suddenly speak …

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You know that scene – lightsaber out, Force lightning hits it, and the Jedi stands firm. Most people think it started with the prequels, but there’s an earlier story behind that moment. I ran across something recently that connects this idea directly back to the Expanded Universe. Let’s walk through it. It First Showed Up …

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