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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.

We know the famous scene in A New Hope when Darth Vader confronted Obi-Wan Kenobi. Yet, it’s unclear why Obi-Wan referred to Vader/Anakin as “Darth.” Was that his first name? It was for a time, but then it became a title. The Evolution of Darth Vader’s Name Before engaging in their lightsaber duel, Obi-Wan called …

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You may not associate Vader with having apprentices. We probably best remember Vader attempting to make Luke his apprentice. Yet, if we draw on Legends, Vader had quite a few. Read on to learn about over 13 of Vader’s apprentices.  1. Starkiller Starkiller may be the first apprentice who trained under Vader. Originally known as …

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Dooku and Anakin fell to the dark side because they felt betrayed by the Jedi. Yet, Dooku’s fall is more believable than Anakin’s. Why? Because Dooku had long-standing disillusionment, while Anakin’s descent felt too rushed.  Dooku’s Long Fall to the Dark Side Dooku’s fall to the dark side was believable because it was based on …

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We could have seen Endor destroyed in Return of the Jedi. If a deleted scene had been kept, the Ewok forest moon would have been gone, with all those on it. What would that mean for the third original movie? We have several possibilities, with one being quite dire.  The Deleted Scene DELETED Scene From …

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After his fight with Obi-Wan, Anakin underwent surgery that transformed him into the suited Vader we know. But did Vader have to look this way? Why didn’t he get reconstructive surgery? The answer mainly comes down to Palpatine.  Why Didn’t Vader Get Reconstructive Surgery? Two main reasons explain why Vader did not get reconstructive surgery, …

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We can usually find hidden details when we rewatch a Star Wars movie. In Return of the Jedi, the Emperor visits Vader to check on the construction progress for the Death Star II. We watch Palpatine’s shuttle arrive and his royal guards disembark from afar. Then, we get a close-up view of Vader kneeling and …

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In Episode I, Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan swim to the Gungan city of Otoh Gunga. This underwater city has incredible bubble structures that allow its residents to live. We would expect that the two visitors would be drenched when they enter one of them, but they aren’t. What explains that discrepancy? Technology. Otoh Gunga and the …

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Darth Vader once commanded an impressive fleet of Star Destroyers. The Death Squadron peaked at the Battle of Endor, fought against the New Republic, and then only had a couple remaining. Read on to find out about the fate of the Death Squadron. Vader’s Death Squadron We may associate Vader the most with the Executor. …

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Until recently, Star Wars fans had not seen Yoda battle General Grievous in canon. That all changed with a comic from 2023. This issue shows the two engage in lightsaber combat. While we may see Yoda as the superior fighter, we have some reason for uncertainty.  Yoda Fought General Grievous in Canon In May 2023, …

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