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Todd Wahlstrom

Todd Wahlstrom is a creative and analytical freelance writer and life-long Star Wars fan. He has covered such topics as Darth Vader, the Jedi, Boba Fett, and AT-AT Walkers. Todd has published a non-fiction book, holds a Ph.D. in history, and enjoys hiking, running, and reading about science.

It was recently reported that Bryce Dallas Howard could be moving toward directing a Star Wars movie. Howard at least said she would love the opportunity, after her involvement with the upcoming Skeleton Crew series. What would Howard’s directing look like? And, what would it mean for the Star Wars universe? Bryce Dallas Howard and …

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Thanks to the Clone Wars, Rebels, and Bad Batch shows, the clone troopers have become favorite characters across generations of Star Wars fans. Some clone troopers are liked because of their personalities while others draw attention for their fighting ability, bravery, and loyalty. Read on to find out more about the Top 10 Clone Troopers.  …

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Fans have been divided over the most recent Disney+ show, The Acolyte. Now that we know the budget for the series, how will it impact viewer opinions? Each Episode of The Acolyte has been estimated to cost almost triple the budget of Godzilla Minus One. Let’s break down the numbers here to see if that …

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Palpatine rose from a wealthy family on Naboo to senator, chancellor, and then Emperor. Although he was consumed by the dark side and gaining control over the galaxy, he must have had some free time too. What did Palpatine do when he was not plotting his rise to power or ruling the galaxy? Some things …

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Order 66 was the crushing turning point for the Jedi. Once Darth Sidious put that plan into action, few Jedi survived. What did the surviving Jedi do afterward? The most prominent Jedi directly aided the Rebellion, while others perished but still helped the Jedi and Rebels-Resistance triumph in the end. How Many Jedi Survived? Before …

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What if Han Solo had died in The Empire Strikes Back? It almost happened. Harrison Ford almost changed our Star Wars universe forever, not only by taking away this character but also by derailing the hopeful narrative.  What Happened in The Empire Strikes Back? In the “I Love You” moment in Empire Strikes Back before …

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As Star Wars fans know, Luke Skywalker lost his hand in The Empire Strikes Back in his lightsaber duel with Darth Vader. We discover that his lightsaber was recovered in The Force Awakens but assumed his hand was gone forever.  Yet, in the comic series Darth Vader, we learn that Luke’s hand was recovered. Read …

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From Ahsoka to The Acolyte, viewers saw two groups of witches in recent Disney+ programs. The Ahsoka show brought us the Witches of Dathomir, or the Nightsisters of Dathomir, while The Acolyte brought out the Brendok Witches. Both groups appear to have great powers and bear some similarities. While there is a basis for comparing …

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In Episode 2 of The Acolyte, audiences saw a Jedi practicing the Barash Vow. Although not completely new to the Star Wars universe, the Barash Vow is new to live-action shows. The Acolyte is thus innovative in reflecting this aspect of the Jedi Order.  But, what is the Barah Vow? It is an alternate path …

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Season 1 of Andor was innovative for many reasons, including the prison it featured. Lead character Cassian Andor is arrested on false premises and sent to the Narkina 5, a work prison with high-security measures. The concept is based on designs from the real world, but would this Star Wars prison work in real life? …

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