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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.

General Grievous is best known as the imposing cybernetic villain of Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith. He was a powerful Separatist commander second only to Count Dooku.  Fans may not know that Grievous almost became Force-sensitive and Dooku’s apprentice. How did this happen? Read on to find out. How Grievous Almost …

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Lightsabers and Star Wars go hand in hand. We probably first think of Luke’s blue or green lightsaber or Darth Vader’s red one. Yet, these traditional lightsabers represent only a portion of the wide variety in the galaxy. Here is a list of the 10 most useful unorthodox lightsabers in Star Wars.  1. Ezra’s Hybrid …

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In Rogue One, Chirrut Imwe is a force to be reckoned with. He is blind but manages to take on rounds of opponents by tapping into the Force. As we saw in this scene from the movie, Imwe is composed and “one with the Force” while confronting and effectively taking out about a dozen stormtroopers …

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In Revenge of the Sith, Anakin and Obi-Wan Kenobi go off to rescue Chancellor Palpatine from General Grievous and Count Dooku. Only one problem, they both fly off in one-person starfighters. So, how were they planning to rescue him if each of their ships only had one seat? They may have had a plan for …

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In Episode 5 of The Acolyte, we came across cortosis. This was the first live-action appearance of this metal. We saw that it could aid someone in battle quite effectively. So, why isn’t cortosis used more often in Star Wars? It has been used in Legends but remains rare in Canon because of its rarity …

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In Attack of the Clones, Jango Fett met his end when he fought Mace Windu. As Windu advanced on Jango, he deflected Jango’s blaster shots and decapitated him with his lightsaber. This was a surprising and puzzling death for the top bounty hunter in the Galactic Republic. Why did Jango Fett die so easily when …

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Along with the highly anticipated Season 2 of Andor, actor Ben Mendelsohn has confirmed that he will be in the show as Imperial Director Orson Krennic. Fans remember Krennic from Rogue One for his biting wit and as the manipulative director of the program that led to the Death Star.  Having Mendelsohn play Krennic in …

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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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