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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.

Darth Vader is known to be strong with the Force. The Force is probably his most powerful asset. It even allows him to survive in environments where others can not. Can Darth Vader breathe in space and underwater? Yes, Vader can breathe in both situations because of the Force and his armored suit.  Can Darth …

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Star Wars fans have wondered why R2-D2 did not tell Luke Skywalker about Darth Vader’s true identity. The same goes for C-3PO: why didn’t he tell Luke that Vader was his father? It prompts the question: Did R2-D2 or C-3PO know that Anakin is Darth Vader? We might assume that they both knew, but whether …

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Darth Vader is strong with the Force. Batman is powerful with his fighting tactics and gadgets.  Vader uses the Force and his red lightsaber to defeat his opponents. Batman relies on his punches, explosives, and wits to outmaneuver his enemies.  The question is: Can Darth Vader beat Batman? It would be a challenging match, but …

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If you have seen Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, you may have caught a glimpse of E.T.   E.T.’s species does appear briefly in one scene.  While E.T. is from a 1980s movie, is he actually part of the Star Wars universe?  Although there are some good arguments about E.T. and Star Wars belonging …

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You may think that Darth Vader wears a cape to complete his menacing look. His cape certainly does add to his intimidation. Yet, it actually serves practical purposes. So, why does Darth Vader actually wear a cape? It has more to do with the cape’s protective features than its evil look. Completing his appearance is …

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If you have watched The Mandalorian series, you probably know that Boba Fett’s armor is made from Beskar steel. The episode called “The Tragedy” confirms that his armor is indeed made out of this special metal. Yet, this canon update may not end the ongoing debate over Boba’s armor. Is Boba Fett’s armor really Beskar?  …

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When watching Star Wars, it’s easy to notice that heroes and villains frequently fire their blasters without apparent concern for running out of ammo.  However, like the devices we use every day that need charging, blasters in Star Wars also require recharging or refilling.  Let’s explore how these iconic space weapons operate and whether they …

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