We do not directly see it, and probably do not think of it right away when we think of Star Wars. But it’s there all the time and is important to the movies and shows we love. Gravity, or, more accurately, artificial gravity, is a central part of Star Wars. How does it work? Starships …
Todd Wahlstrom
Han Solo is known for being a leader of the Rebellion and a smuggler. After the defeat of the Empire, Han resumed his smuggler role. In Episode VII: The Force Awakens, Han smuggles dangerous beasts called Rathtars. This cargo is the latest in a line of items that Han has transported illegally. What did Han …
The Empire’s strength came from its Imperial Navy. Yes, Darth Vader and the Emperor were impressive, but a commanding navy was central to the power of the Empire. The massive presence of Star Destroyers and the menacing sound of TIE fighters announced and spread this power. Without these ships, the Empire would have crumbled earlier …
When we think of the sounds of Star Wars, John Williams’s Main Theme or the Imperial March may come to mind. We might even recall the Creature Cantina Band’s song. Then again, we may just as quickly think of Chewbacca and his distinctive voice. The Wookiee audiences have adored since 1977, Chewie is large in …
The iconic Boba Fett got his own show. After appearing in The Mandalorian, Boba took on the starring role and filled out his character and story arc beyond the two original Star Wars movies that he was in. Boba grabbed attention back in 1980 with Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back and captured audiences again …
Boba Fett is one fearsome bounty hunter. He strikes fear into those he is tracking. As Daimyo, he has taken over Jabba the Hutt’s control of Mos Espa. Yet, Boba has seen better days. In The Book of Boba Fett, he seems aged and battered. He frequently recuperates in isolation inside a Bacta Tank. Audiences …
In Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope, Han Solo assures his skeptical new friends, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker, that the Millenium Falcon is the fastest ship in the galaxy. At the end of Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back, the Millenium Falcon blasts into hyperspace to escape from Darth Vader. Han may be …
The Mandalorian, Din Djarin, is one of the latest and most popular characters in the Star Wars saga. Boba Fett is a classic and intriguing character who was reborn in The Book of Boba Fett. These two skilled bounty hunters are known for taking out multiple opponents at once. If they were to fight each …
The famous bounty hunter Boba Fett has many distinguishing characteristics. His jetpack, T-shaped visor, and menacing presence are just some of the things that make him stand out. So too does the distinctive dent in his helmet. Ever since The Empire Strikes Back, that dent has helped define Boba as a hardened bounty hunter. How …
The Millennium Falcon is the ship that Han Solo and Chewbacca made famous. Or, perhaps, the Falcon made them famous. The Falcon is known for its speed and for eluding Imperial Star Destroyers. With such capabilities, the Falcon must have cost quite a bit. How much did the Millennium Falcon cost? We can arrive at …