Darth Vader

Darth Vader is one of the most beautifully written and complex villains to hit the big screen.  He not only has the tragic backstory aspect, but he is incredibly strong and adaptable. All attributes that make him a joy to behold. With a character as powerful as Darth Vader, it is only natural that he …

At the end of Star Wars: Return of the Jedi, Darth Vader dies shortly after we get our first look at his unmasked face.  Many fans were initially surprised to see that he looked like an old man; they were even more surprised when the Prequel Trilogy came out and they realized that Anakin Skywalker …

Darth Vader vs. Captain America would be a battle for the ages. Imagine one of the most feared antagonists in cinematic history squaring off against one of the most heroic.  It is a battle between the supernatural Force-wielder and a science experiment that turned a 90-pound boy into a supersoldier.  In one corner stands the …

Whether you’re new to the Star Wars world or a complete veteran, chances are you’ve heard of Darth Vader. Darth Vader was one character who could truly say that he mastered and gained the respect of both the light and dark sides of the Force.  This Sith Lord is one of the most ruthless characters …

It’s a regular occurrence for individuals to leave their hometowns and create a new life for themselves. Sometimes they return home, but more often than not, they stay away for a variety of reasons.  In the world of Star Wars, Darth Vader was one of these ambitious beings. He left his home on Tatooine to …

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 …

Have you ever wondered why Darth Vader sounds different in the Original Star Wars Trilogy than he does in the Prequel Trilogy? There’s actually an easy explanation for this. Keep reading to learn more! Darth Vader’s voice and accent changed throughout the Star Wars movies because he was portrayed by different actors. Within the story, …

In the original Star Wars movie, Episode IV: A New Hope, Obi-Wan Kenobi faces off against his former student, the dark lord Darth Vader. In the following iconic scene, Obi-Wan twice refers to Vader as “Darth.” Why is this? Obi – Wan Kenobi Vs Darth Vader HDWatch this video on YouTube When the movie first …

The ability to heal oneself or to be healed is arguably one of the most important skills an individual can have. While we have medicine, the healing method is a bit different for those living in the Star Wars universe.  In the galaxy, the most efficient and seemingly beneficial method of healing the injured would …

Darth Vader is arguably one of the greatest Sith Lords in galactic history. His cut-throat approach to battle, emotional intensity, and general ruthlessness make him an outstanding villain.  Still, even with Darth Vader’s incredible propensity for the Force and strong swordsmanship, there are certain things that he can’t, or won’t, do. This is more in …

Darth Vader is one of the most iconic characters in the Star Wars franchise; he is also one of the strongest characters.  But is he the strongest ever? And how strong is he? A quick search around the internet will net you many opinions on how strong Vader is.  Quantifying the strength of a fictional …

When you think of Darth Vader, you most likely conjure up an image of his menacing presence along with his famous red lightsaber in his hand.  He always seemed poised and ready for battle. Yet, Vader is not always holding his lightsaber. So, how does he carry it?  Not many scenes in the Star Wars …

During the early stages of their careers, before one became the lord of all things dark side, Anakin Skywalker and Mace Windu seemed to be at odds with each other. It is said that Mace believed that Anakin was reckless, rebellious, and had an untameable darkness within him.  In hindsight, Mace was correct. However, it …

When Darth Vader is finally unmasked at the end of Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi, he appears to be a very old man–perhaps near the age of 80. But, thanks to the Prequel Trilogy, we know that he was only 45 years old at the time of his unmasking. This has led …

In Star Wars Episode 6: Return of the Jedi, Darth Vader asks his son, Luke Skywalker, to remove his mask. Luke replies, “But you’ll die.” Darth Vader wants him to do it anyway. Vader wants to see his son “through his own eyes.” Darth Vader does die soon afterwards, but was it from removing his …

Throughout the galaxy, the various military forces have been broken down into military ranks. This division shows an individual’s place within the military hierarchy.  The Galactic Republic’s clone army is broken down into factions such as Clone Sergeant, Lieutenant, Captain, and Commander.  As for the Jedi Order, their ranks are broken down into Youngling, Padawan, …

The exact number of Jedi Darth Vader killed is unknown, but it has been speculated the numbers are anywhere from nine to around thirty-five. This is based on whether you consider Star Wars Canon or Legends. Out of all the videos and websites I looked at, the following one is the most thorough. It doesn’t …

Darth Vader is considered one of the most powerful and cruel Sith in Star Wars history, and for good reason. When Anakin Skywalker became Darth Vader, his power became wild and unhinged.  He ruled the galaxy with an iron fist under Palpatine’s orders until rising up and destroying Palpatine to save his son. He finally …

It’s hard to picture Darth Vader, one of the most terrifying Sith to ever take power, laying down to sleep anywhere. He seems too violent and busy to have a dedicated place to lay his head. However, Vader is no stranger to living in different homes. When he was still Anakin Skywalker he lived on …

Yoda and Darth Vader were two of the strongest Force-sensitives in the galaxy both shortly before the fall of the Republic and after the rise of the Galactic Empire. Yoda defeated Count Dooku and forced Darth Sidious to abandon his lightsaber.  But did he get around to beating Vader? Yoda and Darth Vader never fought, …