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It is now a well-known fact that Luke Skywalker's last name in the original script of A New Hope, then titled just Star Wars, was Starkiller. It was later changed to the iconic version, which went on to define the entire saga across three trilogies.

But when the swap was done, Mark Hamill was not one of the first people to find out.

Speaking on This Morning, Hamill reminisced about filming an eight-page screen test for the first movie with Harrison Ford. The actor admitted that he did not have any clue about the rest of the story, and even presumed that Ford would play the protagonist, and he would be the leading man's teenage "annoying sidekick."

Imagine Hamill's surprise when he found out that was not the case. However, neither Ford nor George Lucas was of much help when he asked for more context clues. Lucas, famously, did...

Star Wars is known for its iconic ships—the Millennium Falcon, X-wings, Tie fighters, and Star Destroyers are all synonymous with the franchise. Even people who haven’t seen a single Star Wars film could probably pick the Falcon out of a lineup, such is its importance in popular culture. However, for every Millennium Falcon or Star Destroyer, there are lesser-known ships that played crucial roles in the galaxy’s story. These underrated vessels often get overlooked in favor of their more famous counterparts, but many are just as important, and some even boast unique designs and history that deserve more attention.

Here’s a deep dive into seven of the most underrated ships in the galaxy.

1. The Yt-2400 Light Freighter

While the Millennium Falcon, a Yt-1300, is the most famous Yt-class freighter, it's far from the only one. Enter the Yt-2400, a variant that bears a striking resemblance to...

The Star Wars galaxy is vast, filled with countless Jedi who have shaped history. While some – like Luke Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Mace Windu, and Master Yoda – are celebrated in the Star Wars films and mainstream media, many others remain in the shadows, their stories largely untold. These "Lost Jedi" are characters whose legacies have been obscured by time, conflict, or the machinations of the Sith. Here, we delve into some of these forgotten masters, exploring their roles and the impact they've had on the Jedi Order and the galaxy at large.

To set the stage, following the fall of the Jedi Order in Revenge of the Sith (19 Bby), the Sith nearly eradicated the Jedi. However, a few Jedi managed to survive the onslaught of Order 66 and the subsequent rise of the Galactic Empire. These Jedi became crucial figures in rebuilding and preserving the Jedi legacy. Let's explore these "Lost Jedi...

Star Wars’ iconic villain Darth Maul is returning to the screen with a new animated series at Disney+. Maul: Shadow Lord was announced Friday during Lucasfilm Animation’s panel at Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo with Sam Witwer, who has voiced the character in several iterations, returning to reprise the role.

Witwer himself took the stage to announce his return in the series, which is currently in production and set for premiere on Disney+ in 2026. He previously voiced the character in animated series Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels and in the 2018 film Solo: A Star Wars Story.

The new series is set after the events of the final season of The Clone Wars, with Maul rising again to lead the underworld factions, according to starwars.com

Attendees at the Star Wars Celebration panel got a glimpse of the new series in a clip which reportedly reveals...

It's the dead of winter and that post holiday gloom. Maybe you're not keeping up with your resolutions... that is unless your New Year's resolution was to read more Star Wars comics! There are two books out this week to curl up with as we all try to stay warm.

This Week in Star Wars Comics is The Battle of Jakku - Last Stand #2 and Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus Vol. 3.

Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus Vol. 3.

I'm going to switch it up and start with the trade paperback that came out on Tuesday. Personally, I've been on a bit of a Star Wars Legends kick the last few months as I prepare to go to Legends Expo in September. As a newbie to this content, it's been truly fun to dive deeper into this part of Star Wars.

Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus Vol. 3 is part of the Epic Collection,...

2024 marked 25 years since the release of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. However, one actor who wasn't among those celebrating the anniversary was Jake Lloyd. He played Anakin Skywalker in the 1999 movie and is now 35; as his mother explained last March, he's dealt with serious mental health issues over the past couple of decades.

She revealed that her son had been diagnosed with schizophrenia before suffering a full-blown psychotic break which saw him admitted to a mental health rehabilitation facility.

Having now completed an 18-month stay there, Jake recently spoke to Clayton Sandell (the reporter who spoke to his mom last March) from a new rehabilitation centre "where he’s still receiving treatment but is basically free to come and go as he pleases."

Sandell made the actor aware of the love he now receives from Star Wars fans to which he responded (via SFFGazette.com), "The experience I've had with the fans is immediately therapeutic.

If you're one of the countless fans touched by Jake Lloyd's innocent portrayal of the young Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace, then you've probably been worried about Lloyd, who's taken a break from the limelight.

Lloyd sat down for an interview with Clayton Sandell, who spoke to his mom last March. The interview received an overwhelmingly positive response, and Jake's mom, Lisa Lloyd, told Clayton that Jake would like to speak to him.

In the brand new conversation, we finally hear from Lloyd after he backed away from the spotlight in the last few years. Lloyd, who's been battling schizophrenia for years, just completed an 18-month-long stay at a mental health facility in Southern California. While his treatment is ongoing, and he's at a new rehab center, he's allowed to do what he wants.

Lloyd's mom revealed that he's struggled with a condition that kept him in denial about his schizophrenia symptoms.

Jake Lloyd, the actor who played Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, has given a heartwarming update about his connection to the franchise and his mental health condition. One of the most important aspects of The Phantom Menace's complex timeline is the introduction of Anakin Skywalker. When watching the Star Wars movies in chronological order, Jake Lloyd's Anakin is the first exposure audiences have to the Chosen One of the Force. However, Lloyd's life since then has been difficult, making his rare update an incredibly important and touching one.

In a Substack post by Clayton Sandell, this update from Lloyd is presented. Sandell was responsible for outlining a somewhat harrowing update from Jake's mother, Lisa, about Lloyd's life in 2024 that explored the former actor's experience living with schizophrenia and the prolonged acting break that came after his appearance in Star Wars. Upon reaching out for another update,...

Nintendo Switch has become a treasure trove of retro collections, and the Star Wars: Heritage Pack is no exception. This collection bundles some of the franchise’s most beloved classics, giving fans an excuse to revisit or discover for the first time the golden age of Star Wars gaming. With titles spanning from RPG masterpieces to high-speed racers, it’s a mixed bag of galactic goodies. Let’s make the jump to hyperspace and break it all down, game by game.

The Star Wars: Heritage Pack is a legacy worth revisiting for video game fans

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic (Kotor)

Few games have captured the mythos of the Star Wars universe as perfectly as Knights of the Old Republic. Bioware’s epic RPG feels as fresh today as it did two decades ago. As you step into the boots of a customizable protagonist navigating galactic politics 4,000 years before the Skywalker Saga,...

47 years after the release of the first Star Wars movie, Luke Skywalker himself, Mark Hamill, has explained why George Lucas changed the character's name into the iconic version that it is today. It's a well-known fact that Luke's name in the original Star Wars (later retitled A New Hope) scripts was actually "Luke Starkiller", a much more aggressive version of the heroic surname that has come to define the Star Wars episodic saga. Over the years, the reasoning for this change has been explained in places, but Hamill himself has now provided his own explanation.

Hamill reveals on the Politickin' podcast how he was made aware of his character's name change, as well as the circumstances surrounding it. He says that the scene where Luke introduces himself to Princess Leia inside her cell had already been shot with Luke's Starkiller surname, and that Hamill was confused to see the same...

The Star Wars universe has interesting characters and periods that tell many stories. However, one of the most popular stories in the franchise remains that of Anakin Skywalker / Darth Vader and his rise and fall as a Jedi. As a result, it is shocking that the only other character who rivals Vader’s Force abilities and story arc has been largely ignored.

The Acolyte was a major misfire for Star Wars (Credit: Lucasfilm).

Under Kathleen Kennedy’s reign, several Star Wars projects have been commissioned for streaming services. However, shows like The Acolyte proved to be complete duds and fans largely turned their backs on such projects. As a result, Kennedy must revisit one popular character that has largely been forgotten.

Kathleen Kennedy Should’ve Greenlit a Galen Marek / Starkiller Project Over The Acolyte

Galen Marek / Starkiller was first introduced in the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed video game and...

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed tells the story of Darth Vader's secret apprentice, but it almost featured the last Skywalker in Star Wars' far future. According to The Art and Making of Star Wars: The Force Unleashed by W. Haden Blackman and Brett Rector, the game went through several changes in development and originally had a completely different story. One of these ideas, dubbed "Jedi Outlaw," would have continued the Skywalker legacy and taken Star Wars into the future like no story has done before or since.

In a time when most Star Wars stories don't stray too far from parts of the timeline that are familiar, having a plot that could go in this direction sounds exciting to me. It's fun to contemplate what could have been and imagine if any upcoming Star Wars movies will tackle this kind of story. There are also plenty of game mechanics...

While it's a well-known fact in Star Wars that Darth Vader was hopeful to overthrow Emperor Palpatine, it's perhaps lesser known that, in Star Wars Legends, he began this process long before the original trilogy era by recruiting an apprentice known as Starkiller. Born as Galen Marek, Starkiller's story was revealed in the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed video games, which followed his journey from the child of two Jedi to one of the galaxy's most powerful Sith apprentices. Though the games are no longer considered canon, Starkiller's story still matters, and is certainly worth knowing.

The Force Unleashed was released in 2008, around the same time that the animated Star Wars: The Clone Wars movie and TV show launched - which means that Starkiller has been around for just as long as many iconic Clone Wars characters have, including Ahsoka Tano and Captain Rex. His story, however, is one of tragedy and betrayal,...

John Boyega, who portrays Finn in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, shows his support for a fan-favorite relationship that never came to pass by endorsing it on social media. Boyega and his fellow co-star, Oscar Isaac (Poe Dameron), have long since shown their support for the ship named "Finnpoe," which began the moment the pair first met in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.

In a new Instagram story, however, John Boyega takes his support to the next level. He shows off a friendship bracelet given to him at New York City Comic-Con that says "Finnpoe," complete with rainbow-colored beads. Boyega adds no captions, as the bracelet certainly speaks for itself.

This support for Finnpoe may not be anything new from Boyega, but it's still promising to hear that he continues to endorse it even 5 years after the Star Wars sequel trilogy has come to an end. Hopefully, this means that...

Star Wars has confirmed a thrilling link between the canon Imperial Inquisitors and Galen Marek, Darth Vader's secret apprentice from Legends. Code-named Starkiller, Galen Marek - Darth Vader's secret apprentice - is one of the most important characters in the old Star Wars Expanded Universe. He's the main character in the popular Star Wars: The Force Unleashed games, and he has so many fans desperate to see him brought into canon.

A new article by Lucasfilm confirms a delightful link between Galen Marek and the Imperial Inquisitors, Darth Vader's Jedi-hunting agents who made their debut in Star Wars Rebels. The Inquisitors are noted for their unusual ringed lightsaber hilts, and concept artist Amy Beth Christenson reveals these are inspired by concept art from The Force Unleashed.

"I was assigned the lightsaber for the [Grand] Inquisitor, and then they pulled out this concept that was never used before. I looked and...

As players traverse through the world of Star Wars Outlaws, in a galaxy far, far away, they will come across some of the most iconic settings from the universe. Massive Entertainment had plenty to choose from for this title, with source material that continues to grow with each week. Some scenery was too good to ignore when telling the story of Star Wars scoundrel, Kay Vess, and these spots are well worth the exploration.

Although there are plenty of new Star Wars Outlaws locations and planets to appreciate, you might want to visit the ones that have set the stage for so many exciting plot lines. This list highlights seven destinations that you will certainly want to see for yourself when playing the game.

7. The Castellan High Republic Ship Crash Site – Toshara The Castellan is a piece of Star Wars history. Image Credit: Massive Entertainment

The Castellan crash site found...

There might not be many different Sith Lords roaming the galaxy onscreen in Star Wars, but one incredible cosplay has brought another Sith to life. The Sith were believed to be extinct for centuries during the time of the Star Wars prequel trilogy. In actuality, though their numbers had been reduced to a single pair, the Sith were simply biding their time in the shadows. Darth Sidious expertly avoided the Jedi's suspicion until he took their Chosen One as his new apprentice and took over the galaxy. This cosplay adds yet another to Sidious' ranks.

Cosplayer Robyn partnered with photographer Robert Stevenson to bring her original character to life.

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Dressed in black robes and wielding duel lightsabers glowing in a telltale crimson color, this Sith looks ready for a fight. The post is captioned with part...

There is a wide consensus that the vibes in Star Wars Outlaws are so good that its easy to overlook whatever bugs and idiosyncrasies are often present in an open-world title at launch. As much as other games have allowed players to explore their favorite fictional galaxy, Ubisoft and Massive have arguably made it feel more alive than ever before. Planets new and familiar alike teem with criminals, opportunists, and everyday people getting by under the thumb of the Empire, and the games protagonist Kay Vess is just green enough to make players feel as though theyre experiencing it all for the first time.

Those in search of further proof that Outlaws is Star Wars done right need look no further than its music. Wilbert Roget, II spearheaded the score, and while he brought on other composers to write music for different planets, cantina jukeboxes, and Kessel Sabacc games, he...

Game tutorials and intros are often overlooked, as players just want to get it over with and move on to the main part of the game. But they can make or break a player’s first experience with a game and are pretty crucial.

When done right, they guide you smoothly into the game’s mechanics without feeling like a chore. Over the years, some games have stood out for how well they introduce players to their worlds and mechanics in the first hour or two. Here are five of the best game tutorials of all time.

5. Star Wars: The Force Unleashed This tutorial shows you the dark side. Image via Lucasfilm Games

Star Wars: The Force Unleashed kicks off with a tutorial that lets players control Darth Vader. This tutorial isn’t just about teaching you the mechanics, it’s also about making you feel the sheer power of the game.

Since Star Wars takes place in such vast galaxy, it is no surprise that there are an abundance of what kinds of stories can be told. Fans have seen everything from treasure hunts, to epic romances, and of course, the titular wars that play out across various battlefields. One of the downsides of being a fan of this franchise though is that there are so few truly dark storylines on the bigscreen.

Fortunately, other forms of media have picked up the slack from the movies. There are several books, comics, and videogames, all of which depict far darker and more disturbing events than the movies could ever get away with. At the same time, it is a shame that none of them will be adapted for the bigscreen. Some of the best Star Wars content out there comes from these stories which could easily earn an R-rating.

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George Lucas originally planned for Luke Skywalker to be named Starkiller. The name Starkiller was later used for a character in the video game Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Lucas feared negative comparisons to the Manson Murders, leading to the change to Skywalker.

The creator of Star Wars, George Lucas, made one massive change to the character of Luke Skywalker in the earliest days of A New Hope's production. Then simply titled after the franchise itself, A New Hope is the first Star Wars movie in release order. Since then, Lucas has naturally gone back and changed the chronological order of the Star Wars franchise, with upcoming Star Wars movies planning to take this to another level with James Mangold's Dawn of the Jedi movie.

Regardless of what took place before and after A New Hope, the film remains the centerpiece of the Star Wars franchise. Even still, there...

Diego Luna has given up on his dream of meeting Jabba the Hutt in the Star Wars universe. Despite playing Cassian Andor, Luna has accepted that he won't encounter the crime lord. Luna no longer wishes to discuss his failed hopes of encountering Jabba, as his message to the universe failed.

Diego Luna has achieved extreme success through the Star Wars universe, but the actor has given up on one of his dreams. Having played Cassian Andor in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and the critically acclaimed Andor, Luna has entrenched himself as a leading man in a galaxy dominated by the Empire. He has played a character who served the Rebellion, gave his life in a heroic sacrifice, and saved countless others. At D23, where Screen Rant is in attendance, Luna emphasized there is one thing that the actor has not accomplished.

Despite having hope that he would...

Actor Sam Witwer’s association with the Star Wars franchise has been longstanding, having played two different characters. Interestingly, both of Witwer’s characters have had ties with the Sith, giving the actor a certain level of understanding of the dark side users that few others possess.

Sam Witwer voiced Darth Maul in The Clone Wars (Credit: Lucasfilm).

During an interview, Witwer spoke about the role of the afterlife in Sith philosophy, explaining why they did not return from the dead like their Jedi counterparts. In the process, Witwer proved that he had mastered the Sith philosophy, making him an indispensable part of the franchise. Here is why Witwer is a true master of the Sith code.

Sam Witwer Explained Why the Sith Do Not Return After Their Death

Sam Witwer played the role of Starkiller, the now de-canonized Sith apprentice of Darth Vader from the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed video games.

Star Wars Outlaws will feature players exploring iconic Sarlacc Pit, offering new levels of detail and immersion in the universe. The game promises a vast open world with numerous planets to explore, different play styles, and intriguing storylines for fans. Players can expect a mix of main story missions, side quests, and hidden Easter eggs, catering to completionist and exploration-focused players.

A level of the upcoming open-world game Star Wars Outlaws will have fans venturing inside one of the most iconic creatures in the franchise. Ubisoft's newest game is the very first open-world Star Wars game ever to be made, so there is a lot that players can look forward to. The exploration and finding of different landmarks and Star Wars Easter eggs will likely be something that many players will enjoy. The scale of the world is said to be massive, and the story is supposed to take...

Star Wars has a wide-reaching canon that is constantly evolving and expanding, with each new addition, with the latest being The Acolyte. However, following the massive backlash against the series, the franchise needs a clear win to appease the fanbase and also draw viewers back to the galaxy far, far away.

The Acolyte’s failure has fans demanding Ahsoka vs Starkiller (Credit: Lucasfilm).

On social media, one fan suggested that the franchise should pit Ahsoka against Starkiller, Darth Vader’s apprentice from the Legends. While Starkiller’s introduction to the canon has been teased in the past, it poses several issues that need to be resolved with his characterization. Here is why Ahsoka vs Starkiller makes sense for Star Wars after The Acolyte backlash.

Star Wars Must Have Ahsoka Fight Darth Vader’s Most Powerful Apprentice After The Acolyte Backlash

Galen Marek, aka Starkiller, was the Sith apprentice trained in secret by Darth Vader.

George Lucas, the man behind the dynamic and ever-expanding world of Star Wars is a genius. Casting Mark Hamill to portray the lead role of Luke Skywalker but he wasn’t originally called… Skywalker!

Luke Skywalker with Baby Yoda in The Mandalorian | Lucasfilm Ltd.

With hundreds of names in the Star Wars franchise, keeping track of everyone and everything became tedious for fans. Lucas paid special care that every name had a meaning behind it and that’s why, he rejected the idea of calling Mark Hamill’s character, Luke Starkiller.

George Lucas Could Have Named Him Luke Starkiller!

Starkiller. The word evokes a sense of dread and apocalyptic doom that awaits someone who crosses his path. Well, our hero wasn’t like that when George Lucas created the Star Wars franchise.

George Lucas | Image by Joey Gannon, Licensed under Cc By-sa 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

Portrayed by Mark Hamill,...

The launch of the Disney+ streaming series The Acolyte, combined with the hype surrounding Star Wars Outlaws, a brand new open-world title set within the galaxy far, far away, has led to plenty of discussion and speculation concerning the future of lightsaber combat on screen. While Star Wars Outlaws might be missing that iconic feature of classic Star Wars gaming, with the protagonist relying on a blaster rather than the Jedi’s famous weapon of choice, The Acolyte has put unique lightsaber combat front and center.

With incredible new techniques from The High Republic era and movements hugely inspired by the prequel trilogy, the style of lightsaber wielding seen throughout The Acolyte speaks to the rich history associated with the Jedi’s blade. Throughout Star Wars’ storied timeline of video games, lightsaber combat has evolved just as it continues to change today. While there have been low points for the series,...

Sam Witwer, the voice behind some of the most iconic characters in the Star Wars universe, is not just a talented actor but also a die-hard fan of the epic franchise. His passion and love for the galaxy far, far away is evident in every role he takes on, from the conflicted Sith apprentice Starkiller in The Force Unleashed to the terrifying Darth Maul in The Clone Wars and Rebels.

Witwer’s journey into the Star Wars universe began with The Force Unleashed, a game that not only introduced him to the franchise but also paved the way for his future involvement in various Star Wars projects.

The Force Unleashed: A “Tall Tale” of Redemption A still from Star Wars: The Force Unleashed II. | Lucasfilm

Prior to the game’s re-release for the Nintendo Switch, Sam Witwer spoke with StarWars.com about his experience working on The Force Unleashed and...

Lucasfilm Chief Creative Officer Dave Filona comments on the possibility of an R-rated Star Wars movie. After George Lucas first brought the beloved franchise to life back in 1977, numerous other filmmakers have put their own stamp on Star Wars. There have now been 11 live-action films and multiple animated and live-action shows, and, while they all have their differences, the one thing about the franchise that remains consistent with each one is that they don't feature an MPA rating any higher than PG-13.

During a recent interview with Josh Horowitz on the Happy Sad Confused podcast, Filoni is directly asked about whether an R-rated Star Wars movie could be on the cards.

While the Lucasfilm Cco notably avoids giving a direct answer one way or another, he does generally seem open to the idea of filmmakers bringing their own sensibilities to Star Wars, and this could seemingly entail an R-rating. Check...

Sam Witwer is very famous for his performance as Starkiller in Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. He has previously talked about his interest in the 2020 hit game Ghost of Tsushima in an interview. He talked about how he finds a connection between The Force Unleashed and Ghost of Tsushima.

He compared the lightsaber fights of Star Wars to Ghost of Tsushima, saying that he admired the combat system of the hit game. Witwer has an extensive history of working with Star Wars, and has a lot of experience with the brand.

Witwer’s Comparison of Star Wars and Ghost of Tsushima

Witwer’s Experience With Star Wars. | Sucker Punch

In an interview with StarWars.com, Witwer stated his continued interest in gaming, despite his hectic schedule. He recounted his early gaming days with the Atari 2600 and his active gaming hobby, as the gaming industry progressed.

So when it comes to gaming,...

Sam Witwer’s journey into the Star Wars universe began with his portrayal of Starkiller. Starkiller was the secret apprentice of Darth Vader in the 2008 video game “Star Wars: The Force Unleashed.” His deep-rooted passion and knowledge of the franchise significantly contributed to his successful audition.

A self-proclaimed Star Wars geek, Witwer’s knowledge of the franchise is more than just trivia—it’s an intrinsic part of who he is. His performances as Starkiller, Darth Maul, and the Son of Mortis have left lasting impressions on fans and the franchise alike.

Sam’s Unique Take on Starkiller During His Audition Sam Witwer talks about his audition for Starkiller | via Michael Rosenbaum on YouTube

During his audition for Starkiller, Witwer was given a scene where the character meditates and assembles his lightsaber using the Force. Instead of portraying a serene meditation, Witwer opted for a more intense approach, emphasizing Starkiller’s struggle and aggression.

Carrie Fisher initially thought that Star Wars was a "really stupid script" and believed the movie would be a disaster. Despite Fisher's low expectations, Star Wars became a massive success, earning millions and spawning a beloved franchise. Griffin Dunne, Fisher's best friend, shared Fisher's frustration with the film, highlighting her disdain for acting alongside certain characters.

Carrie Fisher did not expect Star Wars to succeed when she first began production. Fisher, who became an integral part of the Star Wars movie universe as Princess Leia, was just 19 years old when she began playing Leia. She starred in A New Hope alongside Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Peter Mayhew, and Alec Guinness. While she hardly expected the movie to be anything successful, it earned an initial $410 million on a budget of $11 million and has earned $775 million after its various re-releases.

Griffin Dunne, Fisher's best friend, spoke to The Sunday Times about Fisher's...

The iconic Star Wars starship Ghost underwent significant changes when transitioning from animation to live action. Production designers Doug Chiang and Andrew L. Jones altered the Ghost's design to fit better on screen while staying true to its essence. The shift from animation to live action required balancing 80% Earth reality with 20% exotic tweaks for an authentic Star Wars feel.

The famous Star Wars starship Ghost made the jump from animation to live-action in Ahsoka, and its depiction needed some extreme changes. Introduced in Star Wars Rebels, the Ghost is the ship that carried Ahsoka, Ezra Bridger, and other crew members who starred in Ahsoka. The ship also made an appearance in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story in 2016. While the ship was defined over Rebel's four seasons, translating animation to live action is difficult.

The beloved ship endured massive changes when changing from animation to live-action. In a video released by IndieWire,...

Hot Toys has announced two stunning new 1/6th scale action figures inspired by Star Wars Legends. A new Darth Revan figure brings Kotor's champion to life. Meanwhile, another figure celebrates Darth Vader's Legends apprentice, Starkiller.

Hot Toys has officially announced two stunning new Star Wars 1/6th scale action figures, featuring Darth Revan from Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic and Darth Vader's apprentice, Starkiller, from Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Disney officially relaunched the Star Wars canon on April 25, 2014, almost ten years ago to the day. Incredibly, though, characters from the old Expanded Universe - now rechristened "Legends" - remain massively popular. Some, such as Grand Admiral Thrawn, have even made their way back into canon.

It is fitting, then, that Hasbro has officially announced two new stunning 1/6th scale action figures: Darth Revan from Kotor and Starkiller from The Force Unleashed. These special editions are available in selected markets,...

Lightsaber designs in Star Wars novels and games are more creative and unique than those seen in the movies. Some standout lightsaber designs include extendable, crossguard, and double-bladed pike variations. Colors like purple (Mace Windu) and yellow have expanded the lightsaber lore beyond the films.

Star Wars has included a number of incredible lightsabers in the nearly five decades of Star Wars movies and TV shows since the franchise began, but some lightsaber designs from various Star Wars shows, books, and video games are even better than the movies. There are many types of lightsabers in Star Wars canon, and the designs have become more innovative over time. Lightsaber colors and their meanings have also expanded, beginning with Jedi Master Mace Windu's purple saber in Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones but becoming even more diverse in more recent Star Wars projects.

However, some of the very...

Star Wars canon often draws inspiration from Legends, with similarities between characters and plotlines. Notable comparisons in canon include Darth Vader's apprentices, Quinlan Vos, Han and Leia's son, and more. Some similarities are so striking that they allow for insightful comparisons between the two versions of the story.

When Disney took over the Star Wars franchise, the original Expanded Universe was rebranded as "Legends," but these stories have inspired new tales in the official canon. Sometimes, this inspiration involves incorporating a Legends character into the Star Wars movies and TV shows or bringing back locations and groups for entirely new plotlines. Considering how many Star Wars stories have been released across every medium, it's inevitable that some projects will feel similar, even by coincidence.

However, some canon stories are so much like Legends that the similarities are impossible to ignore. Most often, this results from new authors having...

LucasFilm has recently opened up a new studio dedicated to the creation and launch of games based on George Lucas’ iconic cinematic franchises. While LucasFilm Games might not quite measure up to the LucasArts of old just yet, it’s clear that the Star Wars series is going to be a priority for the studio, as it was for its predecessor. This expansion of the brand has already led to original titles like Squadrons and Jedi: Survivor getting launched to phenomenal success.

However, LucasFilm is also dipping into the archives and celebrating older titles with remastered editions of the likes of Battlefront and Jedi Dark Forces. The latter is an especially important title in Star Wars history that spawned many sequels. However, the Dark Forces series also highlights a major culture of cancelation at LucasFilm, with a mysterious, suspected final Dark Forces entry seemingly getting canned before it could ever...

The Force allows unprecedented feats in Star Wars, challenging and expanding its possibilities. Memorable Force feats build off past knowledge, keeping the timeline consistent. Starkiller, Luke, Rey, and more showcase remarkable Force abilities.

Star Wars has often argued that anything is possible through the Force, and feats performed by several characters have proved this to be accurate. The first Star Wars movie showed how the Force allowed people to influence minds, sense death across a galaxy, and fire a million-to-one shot to destroy a space station. Subsequent Star Wars stories, both canon and Legends, have pushed the bounds of what can be done with the Force and created some of the franchise's most iconic moments.

The best Force feats in Star Wars challenge what was previously thought possible, going bigger in scope or having a more meaningful impact on the characters. However, the most memorable Force feats also build off what has come before,...

The Legends continuity in Star Wars managed to maintain a mostly consistent timeline, but The Force Unleashed video games introduced one key inconsistency that wasn't resolved. Star Wars Legends was for the most part effective at using retcons and the like to fix its timeline, but the issue of the Rebel Alliance logo was never fixed by Legends. The origin of the Rebel Alliance logo in the Legends continuity contradicted its established origin in the Heir to the Empire sourcebook, but the modern Star Wars canon corrected this by providing a simpler and straightforward origin story.

Starkiller, the protagonist of the Star Wars Legends-era video game Star Wars: The Force Unleashed, created a continuity error in the Legends timeline that the modern Star Wars canon avoided. Starkiller is exclusive to the Legends continuity, which ceased to be the official Star Wars canon in 2014 when the franchise underwent a partial reboot.

Star Wars Created by: George Lucas TV Show(s): The Mandalorian, Andor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, The Book of Boba Fett, Ahsoka, The Acolyte, Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, Lando, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, Star Wars: The Bad Batch, Star Wars: Resistance, Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures, Star Wars: Visions Character(s): Luke Skywalker, Darth Vader, Princess Leia Organa, Han Solo, Rey Skywalker, Kylo Ren, Emperor Palpatine, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ahsoka Tano, Grand Admiral Thrawn, Grand Inquisitor, Reva (The Third Sister), The Fifth Brother, The Seventh Sister, The Eighth Brother, Yoda, Din Djarin, Grogu Movie(s): Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones, Star Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope, Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back, Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi,...

The original Star Wars trilogy has spawned a vast catalog of books, comics, and other media that expand on the story and characters. The Force Unleashed video game and Rogue One both offer compelling and emotionally impactful stories set during the early days of the Rebel Alliance. Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars and Star Wars Infinities provide non-canon yet entertaining and creative takes on the original trilogy.

The original Star Wars trilogy is still considered the franchise's magnum opus after 40 years, but it has also spawned countless stories set during the same era. Before the first film hit theaters in 1977, Star Wars had received a novelization and a comic adaptation, offering dedicated sci-fi readers a preview of what would become one of the all-time greatest movies. Star Wars books and comics continued to expand the original trilogy era during the wait between films, with more stories added over time to create a vast catalog.

Characters like Kleef, Phasma, and Morgan Elsbeth prove that you don't need the Force to be a formidable fighter in the Star Wars universe. From skilled swordsmanship to advanced combat styles, these characters have unique abilities that make them nearly impossible to defeat. Whether it's armor, special powers, or sheer determination, these non-Jedi and non-Sith characters expanded the Star Wars galaxy for those outside both orders.

The Jedi and the Sith are masters of the Force with superb combat abilities, but the Star Wars universe has many fighters that don't belong to either group. Bounty hunters, military officers, and gangsters are only a few examples of those who don't require the Force to excel in combat. However, the Force doesn't belong to the Jedi or the Sith, meaning several characters possess all the same skills.

Many of these characters were specially trained to kill Jedi, using special weapons and fighting styles to counter Force-sensitives.

"Star Wars Rebels" is one of the best things to ever happen to "Star Wars." This is an animated show that has become essential to understanding the overall franchise: a show with a great ensemble, different-looking lightsabers, a fantastic fight between Maul and Obi-Wan, and which shone a light on the origins of the Rebellion years before "Andor."

But before "Rebels," there was "Star Wars: The Force Unleashed." This action-adventure video game tells an original story about "Starkiller," born Galen Marek. He is the child of a Jedi who is taken in by Darth Vader and trained as his secret apprentice to track down and kill any Jedi who survived Order 66 -- much like the Inquisitors that would later become canon. Years later, Vader gives his apprentice a new task — to plant the seeds for what will become the Rebel Alliance, which Vader will then use to overthrow the Emperor.

Shaak Ti's fate in Star Wars has been a subject of debate for over a decade. One death scene shows her being stabbed by General Grievous, another depicts Anakin killing her during the Jedi Temple attack, and a third shows her being stabbed in a vision by Anakin's lightsaber. While her true fate remains unknown, it is likely that Shaak Ti was killed during Order 66, possibly by Anakin Skywalker.

Star Wars is no stranger to tragedy, with the fate of the Jedi Order being the most obvious example. Out of the thousands who lived during the prequel era, Luke Skywalker was left as the last remaining Jedi just 23 years after Order 66. The grim fate of most Jedi has been left to the imagination. However, one Jedi Master has received four notable on-screen deaths, resulting in fan debate about which version is actually canon.

Shaak Ti was one of the few...

The following contains spoilers for Ahsoka, Season 1, Episode 3, "Time to Fly," now streaming on Disney+.

Ahsoka has brought a selection of new villains into the Star Wars galaxy. The latest Disney+ Star Wars series, which picks up after Ahsoka Tano's appearances in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett, has revealed a trio of new dark-side users who are active in the era of the New Republic. These villains have been summoned to the aid of Morgan Elsbeth in her mission to bring Grand Admiral Thrawn back to the galaxy. Their introduction to the series has seen a wave of fan theories emerge regarding their backstory and, particularly in the case of the Inquisitor Marrok, their true identities.

While little is known of Marrok's two associates, Baylan Skoll and Shin Hati, these two at least show their faces and use their full names. It has also been revealed that...

The Ahsoka show on Disney Plus is set to see the live-action debut of a long-time fan-favorite character, Grand Admiral Thrawn. The inclusion of Thrawn in live-action form is a long time coming since he was originally introduced in the novel Heir to the Empire by Timothy Zahn in 1991. The sequel trilogy didn't adapt as much of the novel trilogy as many fans would have liked, so Ahsoka is serving as a big stand-in after Thrawn's canon debut in Star Wars: Rebels.

With the Disney Plus shows seemingly forming some type of adaptation of the Heir to the Empire trilogy, there's one major character from the novels that hasn't made the jump yet: Mara Jade Skywalker. With Ahsoka serving as both a sequel to Star Wars: Rebels and The Mandalorian, it's the perfect place for Mara Jade to make her live-action debut following Thrawn.

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Starkiller's inclusion in Star Wars canon was teased four years ago and has been a subject of speculation and theories among fans ever since. Many hope for his return to the franchise. The Mandalorian and Andor have both dropped hints that suggest Starkiller could be reintegrated into Star Wars canon. These nods to the character have excited fans and fueled their speculation even more. Reintroducing Starkiller into Star Wars canon would require significant changes to his story, particularly his role in the formation of the Rebel Alliance. However, the compelling nature of the character and the talent of actor Sam Witwer make it a worthwhile endeavor. Whether it happens in Ahsoka or another upcoming project remains to be seen.

Despite the endless Ahsoka theories that the show will introduce Galen Marek/Starkiller to Star Wars canon, the character's inclusion was teased four years ago. Galen Marek was the protagonist...

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episodes 1-3.Ahsoka episode 3 was an action-packed adventure that left viewers with many questions about the future of the Star Wars galaxies. Three episodes in, it's clear the Ahsoka Disney+ TV show is one of the boldest chapters in the franchise in decades. Ahsoka's enemies have unlocked the pathway to Peridea, a route to another galaxy, meaning they're sure to boldly go where Star Wars has never gone before.

Ahsoka episode 3 had a shorter runtime than the previous two episodes, but it more than made up for its length in terms of stunning action sequences. It saw Ahsoka and Sabine arrive in the Denab system, only to discover they were flying straight into a trap. By the end of the episode, the stage was set for some exciting lightsaber duels and a confrontation between Ahsoka and Baylan Skoll himself. But this...

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episodes 1 and 2.

Star Wars fans speculate on who Sam Witwer is voicing in Ahsoka, with theories suggesting he could be playing Starkiller or a new character. While Witwer's involvement in Ahsoka is exciting, it doesn't necessarily mean he will be bringing Starkiller to live-action. There are still many theories surrounding the identity of Inquisitor Marrok, with possibilities ranging from Ezra Bridger to a brand-new character.

Star Wars fans have spotted the voice-actor for Starkiller in the credits of Ahsoka, but it may not mean what everyone thinks it does. Starkiller, also known as Galen Marek, originated in the Star Wars: The Force Unleashed video game as the dark apprentice of Darth Vader. The character is both voiced by and shares the likeness of Sam Witwer, an actor who has often lent his talents to the Star Wars universe - most notably as Darth Maul...

This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episodes 1 & 2.A surprising number of Star Wars character seem able to survive lightsaber injuries. Powered by Force-imbued kyber crystals, lightsabers are among the most dangerous weapons in the galaxy - especially when they're wielded by a skilled Jedi or Sith. Surprisingly, though, they seem to be becoming a lot less deadly as the franchise goes on, with several characters surviving being stabbed by lightsabers. The Ahsoka Disney+ TV show is just the latest to see plot armor allow one character to walk away from what should have been a deadly lightsaber stabbing, but the issue has existed for a long time - in both canon and Star Wars legends.

Darth Maul, Maw, Kylo Ren, and Finn all survived wounds that should have been fatal - Darth Maul's survival being one of the most staggering examples, given he was cut in two. On one occasion in Star Wars Tales,...