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Star Wars is a science fiction franchise set in a universe far far away.
Rarest 'Star Wars' Toys
When it comes to Star Wars, there is a lot to experience. The films, the TV shows, the novels, the comics, and the video games all come to mind right away. But of course, another huge facet of the franchise is the toys. Whether it be an action figure, a replica lightsaber, or something made of Legos, pretty much everyone who grew up with Star Wars as a kid played with some sort of toy related to the franchise. It is a tradition that goes way back to the late 1970s. And with so many toys over the years, there are some that have become highly sought after by aficionados who recognize their rarity. Here are the rarest Star Wars toys according to a couple of cited sources.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
‘Star Wars’ Theory: Did Obi-Wan Know Stormtroopers Weren’t Clone Troopers?
Obi-Wan Kenobi had a long history with clone troopers. He was essentially the first to discover them on Kamino. He would lead Captain Rex and Commander Cody and their legions during the Clone Wars. After the Clone Wars concluded, Obi-Wan retreated to Tatooine to watch over Luke. However, between the periods of Obi-Wan leading clones in battle to when we next saw him mind tricking and fighting stormtroopers in A New Hope, a lot has changed in the background of the troopers.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
The Dark History Of Darth Bane
"Always two there are. No more. No less. A master and an apprentice." The above immortal line is spoken by Master Yoda to Mace Windu during the funeral of fallen Jedi Qui-Gon Jinn upon realizing their mortal enemies, the Sith, have once again made their presence known to the galaxy. This line gives the audience the foreboding warning that Darth Maul is not going to be the only bad guy to show up in this trilogy, and gives a little bit of backstory to the Sith.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
The Top 20 George Lucas Quotes
The mastermind behind the galaxy far, far away, George Lucas is not only one of the best film producers and screenwriters in modern times, but just like Jedi Master Yoda himself, he is full of wisdom pertaining to learning and achieving self-betterment in life. Here are some of George Lucas' quotes that most would find enlightening.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Darth Nihilus - A Wound In The Force
The era of the Old Republic was famous for the legendary war between the Jedi and the Sith. It was a time when the Sith Empire controlled much of the galaxy, and when their powers were almost godlike. Among the many powerful Sith lords within the Old Republic era, there was one who even made Darth Sidious himself look like a mere apprentice. This of course, was the world eater, the living death, the Lord of Hunger Darth Nihilus.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
'Star Wars' Theory: What If Anakin Defeated Obi-Wan On Mustafar?
The Star Wars franchise is filled with many "What if?" type of questions. One might wonder how different things would have been had pivotal moments in the saga gone differently. One such pivotal moment is the duel between Darth Vader and Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar at the end of Revenge of the Sith. So let's speculate about what might have happened had Darth Vader defeated Obi-Wan.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Lego Halloween Special Set Post-Rise Of Skywalker
The history of Star Wars and Lego dates back to 1999, when the first models were released for The Phantom Menace. The first animated short called Lego Star Wars: The Han Solo Affair premiered in 2002. Since then, countless vehicles, dioramas, mini-figures, books, video games, and animated films and series have been released, and they combine the fun of building incredible things out of little bricks with the vastness of Star Wars.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Star Wars Theory: What If The Emperor Won In 'Return Of The Jedi'?
Return of the Jedi could be considered a turning point in the history of Star Wars both in-universe and out of universe. It was the crucial battle between the Rebel Alliance and Galactic Empire. It was the last great plan of Emperor Palpatine, as well as Darth Vader's final decision to finally turn to the light. So much was on the line. This was the shatterpoint in the Force. The course of history would be decided then and now. However, what if things went differently? What if the scale tipped in favor of the Dark Side? What if Palpatine had won the Battle of Endor and thus emerged victorious at the end of Return of the Jedi.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Major Lightsaber Weakness Revealed
“An elegant weapon for a more civilized age.” Ever since old Ben Kenobi uttered those words, the lightsaber had been cemented in pop culture as one of the ultimate weapons. It was the weapon of choice for many a backyard and playground battlefield. It almost goes without saying that the lightsaber has not only become synonymous with Star Wars but also a part of the sci-fi legacy that follows. For years, lightsabers were known as the near-unstoppable weapons of the noble Jedi and the wicked Sith. However, a new flaw may have just been revealed which could render the saber's power useless.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
The 'Episode IX' Before 'Episode IX' - 'Duel of the Fates' (Part 1)
Director Colin Trevorrow, currently best known for continuing the Jurassic Park franchise, was also initially slated to conclude the Star Wars sequel trilogy with his vision of Episode IX, titled tentatively Duel of the Fates, named after the iconic John Williams theme composed for The Phantom Menace. Trevorrow was later let go from the project for reasons that are not fully known, and J.J. Abrams was given the task of finishing out the trilogy that he started with The Force Awakens. Abrams' version of Episode IX became, of course, what we now know as The Rise of Skywalker. In recent years, some concept art, as well as an alleged script of Duel of the Fates, have surfaced, giving us a glimpse into the Episode IX that might have been and, depending on your personal feelings about The Rise of Skywalker, what might have worked better and what might have been worse. In this article, some of the key differences and similarities between both versions will be discussed
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
Palpatine's Contingency Plan Explained
The story of Sheev Palpatine following his apparent death at the Battle of Endor has been a bit odd in canon. The idea of him coming back to life as the main villain of The Rise of Skywalker was not considered seriously until J. J. Abrams brought it to the table when he took Colin Trevorrow's place in directing the final installment of the saga. Prior to that, other sources beyond the films told a story of the Contingency and Operation Cinder, which did not seem like it was all leading to the return of Palpatine so much as his Empire being completely destroyed and/or being rebuilt into something else in the case of his death.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
How George Lucas' Pet Dog Inspired 'Star Wars' & 'Indiana Jones'
Any pet owner can relate to the positive impact that our four-legged friends bring to our lives. Few things compare to a dog running to greet you when you come home or the cat staying by your side as you do chores around the house. Often times these critters exhibit the best traits of friendship, inspiring one to examine how they are demonstrating loyalty, compassion, and encouragement in their own lives. Pets have also had their fair share of inspiration on art, film, and literature. Such is the case with George Lucas and the writing process of the first Star Wars film. Lucas has spoken extensively about his inspirations when it came to writing everybody's favorite space opera. From Flash Gordon, Akira Kurosawa films, and Joseph Campbell's take on mythology, Lucas' muses were numerous and broad. According to the man himself, one of his muses was his dog, Indiana.
By Culture Slate5 years ago in Futurism
