It’s not an easy perspective to take, but we can appreciate a corrupt Imperial officer’s attitude toward Vader much more after watching Andor. Although we may not empathize with it, we may already understand this viewpoint based on A New Hope. Yet, the recent Disney+ show dives deeper into this mindset. An Imperial Officer’s Perspective …
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Fans may automatically think of Anakin and Vader as the same person. However, there was a time when they were supposed to be different people. If we refer back to the interval between A New Hope and Empire Strikes Back, we can determine that they were separate characters. Anakin and Vader as Different Persons As …
You may be surprised to know that Chewbacca almost killed Darth Vader. The moment is a rare instance when we encounter Chewie and Vader contending with one another, with Chewie taking center stage in the drama. The story originates from the comics, but a few videos help bring the action to life. Chewbacca Almost Killed …
The 501st Legion was distinctive in both its actions and coloring. With their blue markings, they set themselves apart from other clone battalions. Yet, that changed with the Imperial era. They lost their blue colors soon after Order 66. The 501st Lost Their Blue Markings The initial response to this Reddit question states that in …
We know Satine Kryze from The Clone Wars series as the “pacifist ruler” of Mandalore during the final period of the Republic. Kryze attempted to move the Mandalorians past “their violent warrior history” and keep her home planet out of the wars. Fighting against “rising extremism and militarism”, she garnered opposition that ultimately deposed her. …
If Palpatine died and Vader survived, what would happen? We can answer this intriguing question in two main ways. One possibility is that Vader rules effectively. The other is that the Empire falls apart. Both results have their merits, but the latter one holds more weight. Vader Becomes Emperor and Rules the Galaxy In the …
Stormtrooper helmets have interesting features. We may first think of the shiny, white dome look. Or, we may be drawn to the darkened eyes and frown expression. Yet, these helmets have many features that serve an important purpose. The side slits on the helmet are one such feature that helps stormtroopers breathe. What Is the …
Star Wars tends to intersect with real life. World War II is a major influence on the films, including X-Wing and Tie Fighter battles. Weapons have also been incorporated into the movies from this historical period. The Tusken gaffi stick is one weapon that derives from a different time and location. Here we can point …
In the world of “what if” questions, many focus on Anakin. What would have happened if he had been made a Jedi Master or had gone with Mace Windu to confront Palpatine are some of those lines of inquiry. Topping the list, though, could be answering what would have changed if Anakin were Windu’s Padawan? …
Located in the Outer Rim, Tatooine is a distant desert world. We may think of the planet as only a home to criminals and outcasts, and not central to the Star Wars universe. However, we can make a strong argument for how Tatooine is at the center of it all. Here are 5 reasons to …