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Ki-Adi-Mundi, The History Behind The Cerean Jedi Master
Jedi Master Ki-Adi-Mundi, wielder of the Force and a binary brain, was a respected member of the Jedi Council. Much like the majority of the Jedi Order, Master Mundi tragically lost his life at the hands of the clones after the emperor ordered the execution of Order 66. Before that, however, he lived a life full of adversity, triumph, and shortcomings that helped shape him into the Jedi he was, for better or worse.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismOpinion | Can a Star Wars Story Stand Alone and Not Be Connected to the Greater Star Wars Story?
There are many different stories throughout the vast Star Wars galaxy, and there's undoubtedly the potential for many others. There are many things that people love about Star Wars: the family drama, the extravagant space battles, the rivalry between the mystical Jedi and Sith, trillions of alien species, and the many wars and conflicts throughout the galaxy. A question that we can ask ourselves is this: can a story in the Star Wars galaxy be told completely separate from the main Star Wars saga? To develop a legitimate opinion, one must lay some ground rules on what a story in the Star Wars galaxy would look like, and then decide if it’s really possible to still be Star Wars without being connected to the Star Wars that we all know.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismKumail Nanjiani Shares First Details About His Role In ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’
He was among the 12 original cast members who were announced back in March of 2021 and he can briefly be seen looking rather desperate in the trailer that dropped on May 4 2022, but until now there was no information on what character Kumail Nanjiani would play in Obi-Wan Kenobi, or what his backstory would be.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism6 Things You Didn't Know About Chewbacca
Chewbacca is one of the main characters that we see the most throughout the Skywalker Saga, yet surprisingly little is ever learned about him in the movies. Despite being the easiest character to spot in any group, most people know more about his companions than the Wookiee warrior himself, so here are a few things you should know about Chewbacca.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism9 Interesting Facts About Mother Talzin
The Star Wars universe is soon set to expand and, with that, newer fans will have the opportunity to learn about new characters. In this article, we will explore nine interesting stories regarding the life of Mother Talzin who was an impactful figure before and during the Clone Wars.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism'Andor' Will Make Fans Reevaluate What We Believe About 'Star Wars'
While everyone is rightfully hyped about the Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series, one should not forget that this year we will also be getting Andor, the story of the Rebel spy Cassian Andor during the rise of the Empire. The unofficial prequel to the movie Rogue One would see the return of Diego Luna as Cassian Andor as well as writer Tony Gilroy as the show's showrunner. The series is set to premiere some time after Kenobi is done. With this in mind, Vanity Fair has posted a new article detailing several new bits of information about the show.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismStar Wars: 10 Lines Worse Than ‘I Don’t Like Sand’
How It All Began Hayden Christensen uncomfortably uttered the line, ‘I don’t like sand,’ the world cringed collectively. It has since spawned memes, songs, and t-shirts, but is it really the worst line in the saga?
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismTop 15 Ships In The Star Wars Universe
To say there is a myriad of ships in the Star Wars universe is accurate but also, somehow, an extreme understatement. The expanse and variety of ships are tremendous. However, if you include ships now a part of Legends, the type illustrates incredible creativity that has been consistent throughout the history of Star Wars media. In this list, I will attempt to narrow down that expanse a bit to some examples of truly extraordinary, impactful design. To do this, we will narrow them down into three categories and an additional “curious case” category.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismEvery Stormtrooper Variant And Their Role In The Empire (Part 2)
Imperial Heavy Troopers Imperial heavy troopers do get their own spot on the list because they actually have some major differences from the other heavy trooper variants despite the fact that there is little info on them. They wear bulkier armor than other heavy troopers, and they are typically armed with electrostaffs. The bulkier armor seems to suggest that it would provide more protection and allow them to hit harder. Their melee focus also seems to suggest that they typically fight in close proximities. However, that is all speculation as there is no information that can confirm or deny this. Still, they are a unique part of the Empire.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismEvery Stormtrooper Variant And Their Role In The Empire (Part 1)
Stormtroopers are some of the most iconic soldiers in pop culture. Variants of stormtroopers have appeared in almost every Star Wars film to date. Their design is immediately recognizable. They are the primary military force for the Empire, and they are supposed to be the most elite soldiers in the galaxy. Each stormtrooper has a role in the Empire as well. There are dozens of stormtrooper variants with their own special skills and jobs, and every variant plays a part in the massive Galactic Empire.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismThe History Of Jedi: Fallen Order's Mysterious Species
As anyone who has played Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order will have experienced, in 14BBY, Cal Kestis, a young Jedi who had survived the Great Jedi Purge, discovered a series of temples built by an ancient people. These temples were located on disparate worlds throughout the galaxy and illustrated the downfall of a once-proud race. But just who were they?
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in FuturismDathomir | A Dark Planet of the Galaxy
Permanently bathed in red mist by its red dwarf sun Domir, Dathomir is a distinctive and dangerous planet in the Outer Rim of the Star Wars galaxy. It is home to many species of iconic Star Wars predators and it has a unique history with the dark side of the Force. Many of the most famous Sith of the Clone Wars era cite Dathomir as their homeworld. This article is going to explore what makes Dathomir such an interesting planet within the Star Wars expanded universe.
Culture SlatePublished 2 years ago in Futurism