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Armies march by the hundreds and thousands, all to protect their country. Regardless of the size, one can be just as effective as the other.  Just take the movie, The 300. Leonidas only had an army of 300 people to stand up against thousands, not to mention men with supernatural abilities. He absolutely bodied the …

Anakin Skywalker was one of the most unpredictable and legendary characters in Star Wars. He was a Force-sensitive human who not only became a Jedi Knight but also had a stint on the dark side.  In fact, thanks to Anakin Skywalker shifting paths from light to dark, fans everywhere were given the most iconic character …

Despite the infamous roles of Frank Oz, Wendy Froud, Kathryn Mullen, and Nick Maley, Yoda is not a muppet. He was the most advanced puppet of his time. George Lucas originally came to Jim Henson for help in making Yoda, but, (Henson), was busy running the Muppets and getting ready to work on The Dark …

Bone broth loving, extraordinarily adorable, miniature Yoda was arguably one of the best additions to the Star Wars franchise.  Grogu, also called The Child and Baby Yoda, was born Force-sensitive and was raised in the Jedi Temple alongside his fellow Jedi Initiates.  Eventually, he even became a Mandalorian Foundling. Belonging to the same unknown species …

Grogu, affectionately called Baby Yoda, is almost like a miniature version of Jedi Grand Master Yoda. This doesn’t mean that they are the same person.  Quite the contrary. The only reason Baby Yoda and Yoda seem to be the same is that they come from the same unknown species.  Don’t let Grogu’s small stature and …

The distinction between good and evil isn’t always black and white. Sometimes, there are situations where a person has to make decisions that blur the line between good and bad.  There is no better example of this than George Lucas’ Star Wars franchise. In Star Wars, the force is split between the light and the …

The exact number of Jedi Darth Vader killed is unknown, but it has been speculated the numbers are anywhere from nine to around thirty-five. This is based on whether you consider Star Wars Canon or Legends. Out of all the videos and websites I looked at, the following one is the most thorough. It doesn’t …

Yoda is an interesting character. He used this cane called a gimer stick, yet when he engaged in lightsaber combat, he was capable of performing acrobatic maneuvers like front flips. Following lightsaber duels, he reverted back to his feeble movements while leaning over the stick.  Yoda received the gimer stick as a gift from the …

Padawan. Jedi. Master. “General Kenobi!” We’ve heard and read these ranks a thousand times and know them by heart. But what do they mean? Who decides who gets a promotion and when? And did they only follow one set of rules/circumstances or did they evolve over time? In the prequels, we can see that the …

When you think Star Wars the odds are good that you’ll be thinking about lightsabers (and want some). But how do they work? We know that the blade is plasma and can cut through almost anything. So, how do you keep it from melting through the hilt, or stop it from making a hole if …

Affectionately called “Red Blades,” Inquisitors are force-sensitives who operate under the dark side’s Inquisitorious Program. This organization didn’t come into existence until the tragic events of Order 66.  Which, for those who don’t know, occurred when the clones were manipulated into seeing all Jedi as the enemy. This prompted the Great Jedi Purge, which resulted …

The ability to heal is arguably one of the most important skills an individual can contribute to his community.  Whether it be the military or just a country in general, there is a sense of comfort that comes from knowing that there is someone out there who can help you if need be.  Certainly, George …

In everything, there is good and evil. The light and dark sides, if you will. And, of course, George Lucas’ Star Wars universe is no different.  The whole idea behind the Force is that it must be balanced for harmonious living to take place.  Thus, even though the force is balanced in and of itself, …

In the Star Wars universe, the galaxy is split between the light and dark sides.  On the light side, there is the Jedi Order, which is under the ruling of the Galactic Republic, and on the dark side, there is the Sith Order, under the ruling of the Galactic Empire.  Naturally, these two organizations have …

Meditation is the practice of using mindfulness or intense focus to train the awareness of an individual. This is done to achieve mental clarity, emotional peace, and general control over one’s entire self.  It is exactly the same in the Star Wars universe. The Jedi meditate as much as possible in order to become the …

With everything in life, there is good and evil, light and dark, right and wrong. Of course, it isn’t always that clear-cut, but the division between the two moral standpoints is a good jumping-off point.  George Lucas’ wonderfully crafted Star Wars universe is a perfect example of this division. The Force is split between the …

Ever since their introduction to the Star Wars franchise, the Sith and the Jedi have been at each other’s throats.  Given that they both exist on opposing sides of the Force, the Sith and the Jedi are natural enemies. They butt heads in every conceivable way. Where the Jedi believe in peace and keeping themselves …

We all need someone to share life experiences with. Of course, George Lucas integrated this feature into his masterfully crafted Star Wars universe.  Romantic relationships aside, many people in the galaxy build bonds with those around them. Whether they are Force users or not, they form involuntary connections with those they spend time with.  Though …

In the Star Wars universe, there is a clear distinction between the two sides of the Force. There is the light side and the dark side.  Those who adhere to the Jedi’s general idea of what’s right and wrong are part of the light side. They believe in peace, keeping a clear mind, and protecting …

In Star Wars, the Sith reside on the dark side of the Force. They are Force-sensitives who contest the Jedi way of life. This has never sat well with the Jedi, who opted to annihilate the first Sith Order, known as the Brotherhood of Darkness.  From that point onward, the Sith and the Jedi have …