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 …
Todd Wahlstrom
Jabba the Hutt is an immense creature. Sluglike in appearance, he and other Hutts are quite large. Hutts belong to a species of gastropods that are known for their size. But how much does a Hutt weigh? They are about as large as a small car or rhinoceros, but smaller than an elephant. Hutts weigh …
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? …
Tatooine is a dry, dusty world that is perhaps best known as the home planet of the Tusken Raiders, or Sand People. Yet, Tatooine is also home to the animals that the Sand People ride–banthas. Appearing in Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, banthas were the first creatures of the famed film series. Yet, …
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 …
In Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens, Kylo Ren fixates on Darth Vader. He sees Vader as his inspiration for leading the First Order and even calls him grandfather. Why Does Kylo Ren Call Darth Vader grandfather? Well, Vader is by family lineage Ren’s grandfather. However, this information was concealed from Ren and only …
Star Wars fans are quite familiar with the scene in Stars Wars Episode IV: A New Hope when Obi-Wan Kenobi allows Darth Vader to kill him. It occurs when Luke Skywalker and friends are attempting to escape from the Death Star. Many of us might think that Obi-Wan let himself die to help them escape. …
Boba Fett has distinctive armor. With its Beskar steel and green, red, and gold color scheme, his armor provides a mystique to this famous bounty hunter. How did Boba Fett get his armor? The answer is twofold. Originally he got his armor from his father, Jango Fett. But Boba Fett also lost this armor and …
Darth Vader is not known for his speed. He uses his lightsaber quite effectively and responds to threats quickly, but he usually does not run. While Jedi tend to run fast, this Sith Lord usually takes his time. So, how fast is Darth Vader? In terms of running, Vader is not very fast. Yet, Vader …
Grogu, or Baby Yoda, is a warm and inviting Child. Yet, he has great powers. In Episode 6 of The Book of Boba Fett, Grogu had to choose between having Yoda’s former lightsaber or the armor that the Mandalorian Din Djarin had given him. He chose the latter. Since he seemingly chose to leave the …