Star Wars lore just got richer. A fresh face—Grandea, a Jedi survivor of Order 66—emerges in Legacy of Vader #6, landing squarely between The Last Jedi and Rise of Skywalker. Written by Charles Soule, the series sheds new light on Kylo Ren’s hunt for identity and power… and it might just tip the scales of the entire saga. What You Need to Know: Grandea’s Big Reveal Set on the frigid Mid‑Rim world Lahtee, Legacy of Vader #6 brings Kylo and his mysterious guide Vaneé to a remote cantina, where they cross paths with Grandea, a Jedi who survived the purge decades ago. Vader knew of her existence but never pursued her—too busy focusing on Luke. Fast-forward, and now Kylo is on the scene, lightsaber drawn. But Grandea isn’t just any old Jedi. She disarms Kylo, ignites her blade in his face, and stares him down. It’s a classic moment: experienced survivor versus…
Author: Matt "ObiWaN" Hansen
🎉 Wookieepedia Turns 20: Two Decades Mapping the Star Wars Galaxy
Two decades ago, when Star Wars fandom was thriving in forums and gaming cafés, a group of determined superfans launched something wild: an open, collaborative encyclopedia for all things Star Wars. That project became Wookieepedia, and today it celebrates 20 years and over 200,000 articles chronicling the galaxy far, far away. From Modest Beginnings to Galactic Repository Wookieepedia didn’t launch with corporate backing or studio support. It was built from scratch by fans who cared enough to detail obscure Jedi Orders, species found only in one comic panel, and the difference between a Lambda-class shuttle and a Sentinel-class lander. Its growth wasn’t driven by hype—it was driven by passion, pageviews, and people who believed no character was too minor to document. 200,000 Articles Strong: The Depth of the Galaxy Hitting 200,000 entries isn’t just a technical stat—it’s a cultural marker. It reflects a shared obsession with cataloging every known piece…
On This Day in Battlefront History: The Community Quest Update That Gave Us Voice Lines and Victory Poses
Back in a galaxy not so far away—just five years ago, actually—DICE released one of Star Wars Battlefront II’s most unexpectedly fun updates. While it wasn’t a new hero or a map expansion, it was something that brought out the completionist in all of us: unlockable voice lines and victory poses through Community Quests. Yep, on this very day, Star Wars Battlefront II players were given a reason to grind together—not for credits or crates, but for the pure dopamine hit of hearing Palpatine drop a new line of sass or seeing Finn strike a heroic pose at the end of a match. What Was in the Update? The update in question wasn’t headline-grabbing like the addition of Scarif or the rise of Capital Supremacy, but it carved out a unique niche in the game’s lifecycle. It introduced: Community Quests weren’t just a grindfest—they were a collective event. If enough…
Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes Update – July 9, 2025
New characters, new fixes, and one clone trooper ready for Cantina duty. Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes has dropped its July 9, 2025 update, and while it’s not the kind of massive patch that introduces game-changing raids or Galactic Legends, it’s packed with the kind of low-key changes that actually make your life better. We’re talking shard reworks, pack updates, and a much-needed batch of bug fixes that target some of the more frustrating gameplay issues in recent weeks. Let’s break it down, faction by faction, feature by feature. Jedi Temple Guard Now in Chromium Packs & Shipments Everyone’s favorite silent guardian just took a step out of the shadows. Jedi Temple Guard is now available in Chromium Packs and Shipments, meaning you can finally accelerate your path to maxing him out if you missed his initial release. While not currently tied to a Galactic Legend or major meta team,…
Rogue One’s Vader Hallway Scene Gets an Accidental Remake in Star Wars Battlefront II
Some moments in Star Wars are so iconic, they live rent-free in the collective gaming subconscious. Case in point: the infamous Darth Vader hallway massacre from Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. It’s cinematic brutality at its finest—dark corridor, panicked Rebels, and Vader igniting his saber like the embodiment of fear itself. Well, that scene just got a surprising revival in an entirely different medium: a spontaneous match of Star Wars Battlefront II. And no, it wasn’t some planned machinima project—it was pure chaos magic, captured mid-game by a Reddit user who had no idea what they were recreating until it was too late. From Steam Lobby to Sith Legend: The Accidental Recreation Reddit user u/NikolaMirzai recently shared a clip on the r/StarWarsBattlefront subreddit titled: “I accidentally recreated the hallway scene…but on Steam.” And yes—it’s exactly what it sounds like. In a hero-vs-troopers skirmish, the player (as Vader) storms a…
Happy Birthday to Cody Fern, the Actor Behind Jedi Survivor’s Dagan Gera
It’s not every day a Star Wars villain feels both ancient and uncomfortably modern—but that’s exactly what we got with Dagan Gera, the moody, corrupted Jedi-turned-antagonist from Star Wars Jedi: Survivor. And today, we tip our lightsabers to the man who brought that character to life: Cody Fern, who’s celebrating another rotation around the sun. Yes, the same Cody Fern best known for haunting performances in American Horror Story and House of Cards has officially entered the galaxy far, far away. And he didn’t just show up—he made an entrance. The Man Behind the Fallen Jedi Cody Fern isn’t your typical sci-fi game casting choice. With his background in psychological horror and emotionally heavy roles, he brought a unique intensity to Dagan Gera. A villain who wasn’t just “evil,” but wounded, ideological, and horrifyingly relatable in that “this could’ve been a very different story if one thing went right” kind…
Star Wars Battlefront II’s Hero Starfighters Update Turns 7 — Here’s Why It Still Hits
Hard to believe, but it’s been seven years since Star Wars Battlefront II dropped one of its most beloved and underrated updates: Hero Starfighters. Released on July 3, 2018, this free content update didn’t just toss in a game mode—it gave players a reason to master the skies, go full throttle with iconic ships, and, yes, fly as Lando’s Sullustan co-pilot with style. The update was a turning point. Not in the “we’ve redefined multiplayer” way, but in that subtle, satisfying “hey, this game’s finally getting polished” kind of way. Let’s take a hyperspace jump back and unpack what made this update soar. Hero Starfighters: When the Skies Got Personal Before this patch, Battlefront II had solid starfighter mechanics—but no real way to make them feel personal. Enter Hero Starfighters, a new game mode that made space battles more than just background noise. The setup was clean and brutal: It…
Last Shot by Daniel José Older – A Star Wars Book Review
Last Shot by Daniel José Older is a Star Wars adventure that reunites Han Solo and Lando Calrissian for a wild ride across the galaxy. This novel spans multiple timelines, blending past and present in a story as thrilling as a high-stakes sabacc game. If you’ve ever wondered what Han and Lando get up to in their “happily ever after” (spoiler: trouble still finds them), then buckle up. Our spoiler-packed review dives into how Last Shot hits the mark for fans of space opera, esports-style teamwork, and even a dash of casino caper flair. (If you’re ready to dive in yourself, you can order Last Shot on Amazon here to start your own adventure.) If you haven’t picked it up yet, you can grab a copy of Last Shot on Amazon right here and see what all the delightful chaos is about. Plot Overview: A High-Stakes Gamble Across the Galaxy…
SWTOR Galactic Seasons 8: Updated Objectives for July 2025
Star Wars: The Old Republic is kicking off July with a packed schedule of Galactic Seasons 8: Rising Powers objectives. With Game Update 7.6.1 now live, players can dive into a new batch of PvE, PvP, and narrative-driven challenges to unlock juicy seasonal rewards. If you’re aiming to max out your track before time runs out, now’s the time to plan your assault on the galaxy. Here’s your full breakdown of the Galactic Seasons objectives from July 1 to July 28. 🗓️ Week 17: July 1 – July 7 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives (Complete 7 of 11): 🗓️ Week 18: July 8 – July 14 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives: 🗓️ Week 19: July 15 – July 21 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives: 🗓️ Week 20: July 22 – July 28 Daily Objective: Weekly Objectives: Galactic Seasons July Strategy Tips Final Words from the War Table This month’s Galactic Seasons update is…
SWTOR: When One Planet Haunts a Whole Guild: The Belsavis Breakthrough
Let’s talk conquest. You know the drill—Total Galactic War week drops, the galaxy lights up, and guilds across the server start eyeing their favorite targets like hungry Nexu on a meat market world. Every planet is up for grabs. Every guild wants glory. But there’s always one planet that just won’t fall. For one well-coordinated and long-running guild, that planet was Belsavis. And after years—yes, years—of near misses, stiff competition, and frustration, they finally did it. They conquered the un-conquerable. Why Belsavis Was the Boss Fight Belsavis isn’t just any planet on the conquest map. It’s one of those “prime real estate” targets that always gets snapped up by top-tier conquest guilds. The kinds of guilds with deep rosters, full Legacy perks, bottomless token banks, and players running ops with spreadsheets. It’s not just about who can generate the most points—it’s about when and how. Because during Total Galactic War,…
The Last Jedi Skipped Mark Hamill’s Tragic Luke Skywalker Backstory — And It’s Heartbreaking
Long before The Last Jedi hit theaters, Mark Hamill had crafted a deeply personal—and profoundly dark—backstory for Luke Skywalker. One that never made it to screen. While Rian Johnson’s version of Luke shows a disillusioned Jedi Master in exile, Hamill imagined a man crushed by personal tragedy, not just failure. This alternate backstory was so emotionally heavy that it would have changed everything we knew about Luke’s motivation in the sequel trilogy. A Devastating Family Story That Was Never Canon During an interview on NPR’s Bullseye with Jesse Thorn, Hamill revealed that he created a psychological framework to understand why Luke would abandon the Jedi and retreat to Ahch-To. His reasoning? Love, grief, and unimaginable loss. “I thought, what could make someone give up a devotion to what is basically a religious entity, to give up being a Jedi? Well, the love of a woman.”— Mark Hamill via Nerdist In…
LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens Turns 9 — And It’s Still Full of Charm (and Bricks)
On this very day, nine years ago, LEGO Star Wars: The Force Awakens crash-landed into our consoles like a Resistance pilot in need of an insurance claim. Developed by TT Games and published by Warner Bros. Interactive, it marked the triumphant return of the LEGO-Star Wars partnership after a bit of a break—and boy, did it deliver. June 28, 2016. A simpler time. A pre-Last Jedi world. A world where BB-8 was just an adorable new droid and not yet a spark for endless forum debates. But in LEGO form? Pure joy. A LEGO Game with Movie-Exclusive Filler (That Actually Works) One of the biggest surprises of this entry was its original content. Unlike previous LEGO Star Wars games that covered entire trilogies, this one focused solely on The Force Awakens. To flesh it out, TT Games inserted bridge content—new storylines not seen in the film but considered semi-canon at…
SWG Legends Empire Day & Remembrance Day 2025: Loyalty, Legacy, and Laser Blasts
Empire Day. Remembrance Day. Two sides of one galaxy-sized coin. One celebrates the iron grip of the Galactic Empire and its glorious propaganda machine; the other remembers the billions lost to tyranny and the hope that rebellion still kindles in the dark. In the SWG Legends 2025 Empire/Remembrance Day Friday Feature source, the devs serve up a month-long spectacle full of badges, speeches, combat quests, and shiny new rewards for both Imperials and Rebels alike. Whether you’re raising a glass to the Emperor or throwing sabacc dice with Princess Leia, there’s something here for every alignment. Let’s dissect both halves of the event like a proper protocol droid. Empire Day: Glory to the Emperor 📍 Location: Theed, Naboo (-5469 4410) Celebrated across the galaxy, Empire Day marks the rise of Emperor Palpatine and the fall of the Jedi Council. It’s the Empire’s biggest PR moment—complete with propaganda posters, statues, and…
Galactic Season 8 in Review: How SWTOR’s “Rising Powers” Shook Up the Hunt for Rewards
Galactic Season 8, titled “Rising Powers”, has come to a close in Star Wars: The Old Republic, and it brought more than just flashy cosmetics and a weekly checklist. It was a shakeup in both structure and storytelling, centered around Lane Vizla—the not-quite-heroic Mandalorian—and her deadly droid, B3-S1. So how did it all land? Was it a bounty hunter’s dream season or just another grind in disguise? Let’s break it down. A Strong Character Anchor: Lane Vizla Steps Forward SWTOR has been using Galactic Seasons as a vehicle for light narrative threads lately, and Season 8 doubled down on that with Lane Vizla. Her story was gritty, morally ambiguous, and had just enough narrative weight to carry the seasonal theme. For players following the Mandalorian arcs since Chains in the Dark, this felt like a natural progression. Dialogues were delivered through holocalls (a standard budget-friendly format at this point), and…
Star Wars Galaxies Launched Today in 2003 – A Look Back at the MMO That Changed the Galaxy
TL;DR Star Wars Galaxies launched on June 26, 2003—and changed MMO history. It offered deep character customization, complex crafting, player cities, and a galaxy full of potential. Two decades later, it’s still remembered as a genre-defining sandbox with a fanbase that refuses to let it die. On June 26, 2003, something extraordinary happened. Star Wars Galaxies went live, and for the first time ever, players could truly live in the galaxy far, far away—not just blast through it. This wasn’t about being the hero. It was about being a character in Star Wars: a moisture farmer, a cantina musician, a bounty hunter, or a galactic merchant mogul. The game didn’t hand you a lightsaber and a Chosen One prophecy. It handed you a datapad, a landspeeder, and a blank canvas. SWG Quick Timeline: From Launch to Legacy Here’s a rapid-fire look at how Star Wars Galaxies evolved over the years:…
Star Wars Outlaws TU1.7: Full Patch Notes and Fixes from the Outer Rim
The galaxy might be full of smugglers, bounty hunters, and rogue droids—but Star Wars Outlaws just got a little more stable. Ubisoft has rolled out Title Update 1.7 (TU1.7) across all platforms, bringing a slew of quality-of-life improvements, quest fixes, and gameplay polish to the open-world adventure. Whether you’re sneaking into Pyke facilities or fast traveling from the sand-blasted hellscape of Tatooine, this update smooths out the rough edges like a vibroblade through butter. Patch File Sizes by Platform This is a patch you’ll want to make time for—especially if you’ve been dealing with quest blockers or vanishing HUD elements mid-blaster fight. General Gameplay Fixes TU1.7 hits some of the more persistent pain points: UI and Accessibility Improvements Quest and Location-Specific Fixes Toshara – Underworld Tatooine Akiva Story Packs Fixes Wild Card – The Game A Pirate’s Fortune Miscellaneous Fixes Final Thoughts: A Patch Worth Its Weight in Spice Star…
The Star Wars Galaxy Map Is Back—And It’s Fully Interactive
Well, well, well. Look what the Holonet dragged in. StarWars.com has officially restored the interactive map of the Star Wars galaxy, and it’s more polished than a Naboo senator’s landing platform. Whether you’re plotting a hyperspace route to the Outer Rim or just trying to remember where the heck Exegol is, this digital starmap is the new gold standard for galactic navigation. Click to explore the map here:👉 https://www.starwars.com/star-wars-galaxy-map A Canon-Approved, Ever-Expanding Holomap This isn’t just a pretty graphic with some dots and text overlays. The interactive map on StarWars.com is official, meaning it’s blessed by the lore overlords at Lucasfilm. Each planet’s location is canon-aligned, positioned precisely according to the current Star Wars timeline. And here’s the kicker—it’s not static. According to the site, the map will be updated regularly as new planets are revealed in upcoming shows, movies, comics, and games. That includes everything from deep cuts like…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – Kit Reveal: Captain Ithano Is Here to Steal Your Buffs and Your Glory
Move over Mandalorians—there’s a new swagger in town. Captain Ithano, the crimson-coated Corsair from The Force Awakens, has landed in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes with a kit that screams “profit-first, ask-questions-never.” He’s here to do two things: stack Profit and mess with your buffs. And he’s already doing both with pirate-tier efficiency. Captain Ithano is the lead unit kicking off the Era of Piracy, and if his kit is any indication, the scoundrels of SWGOH are getting a full-blown mutiny boost. The Pirate’s Code: Profit and Plunder Two central mechanics define Ithano’s playstyle: Profit and Stealing. He’s not here to play fair. He’s here to win dirty, die dramatically, and come back swinging. Abilities Breakdown: Stack, Steal, and Intimidate 🔫 Basic – Corsair Blaster Rifle 🛡 Special 1 – Lower Ye Shields! 😱 Special 2 – Intimidating Display (Zeta) ☠ Unique – I Don’t Die So Easily (Zeta, Omicron)…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – Era of Piracy Event Guide: Loot, Legends, and Laser Cannons
The holotables just got a whole lot more… lawless. Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes is throwing on a tricorne hat and going full pirate mode with its brand-new limited-time event: Era of Piracy. If you’ve ever wanted to assemble a crew of shady smugglers, reckless raiders, and blaster-toting buccaneers, now’s your chance to embrace your inner Hondo Ohnaka. This event isn’t just a gimmick—it’s an entire era packed with new characters, exclusive battles, and a shipload of rewards. So hoist the Jolly Roger, prep your datacrons, and let’s plunder the details. Hondo Ohnaka’s Legacy (And Ego) Lives On The event kicks off with a mysterious broadcast from a voice that definitely isn’t trying to swindle you. With all the charm of a Corellian card shark, this pirate introduces players to a smuggler’s paradise of credits, conquest, and questionable morals. “Speak freely… but carry a big blaster.”— Every scoundrel’s favorite life…
How Old Is Sabine Wren? Unpacking the Timeline of Mandalore’s Most Colorful Warrior
In a galaxy where Jedi duel with lightsabers, Sith plot in shadows, and Mandalorians blast their way through problems, Sabine Wren stands out—not just because of her art-covered armor. With her wild hair colors, explosive personality (literally—she loves detonators), and deep Mandalorian roots, she’s become a fan favorite across multiple Star Wars series. But one question fans keep asking: How old is Sabine Wren? Strap in, because we’re diving into the dates, the lore, and the flaming graffiti trail she’s left across the galaxy. Who Is Sabine Wren? Before we pull out the timeline calculator, let’s recap who Sabine Wren actually is. Sabine first exploded onto the scene (again—she really likes explosives) in Star Wars Rebels, a show that chronicled the early days of the Rebellion. She’s a Mandalorian from Clan Wren of House Vizsla, a brilliant artist, weapons expert, and former Imperial cadet who left the Empire when she…
Legends of the Force Set Drops July 12: Cal Kestis, Darth Revan, and Force Power Galore
If you thought the Force was already strong in Star Wars: Unlimited, buckle up—because Set 5: Legends of the Force is charging in lightsabers-first on July 12, 2025. Whether you’re building casual decks or chasing meta glory, this expansion brings some of the most beloved characters and all-new mechanics to the table—literally. Who’s Joining the Fight? Cal Kestis and BD-1 Straight from Jedi: Fallen Order, Cal Kestis and his droid buddy BD-1 make their official debut in the Unlimited card universe. Expect a cunning playstyle built around survival, resilience, and probably the occasional parry-flip combo that makes opponents rage-quit with elegance. Darth Revan Enters the Arena Yes, you read that right—Darth Revan, the dual-aligned legend from the Old Republic era, is finally playable. A character long requested by players and lore-lovers alike, Revan promises to bring morally complex—and tactically ruthless—gameplay to the battlefield. This is Star Wars Unlimited’s most Force-heavy…
Star Wars Battlefront II Smashes Steam Player Record After 90% Off Sale
What happens when a legendary Star Wars shooter goes on sale for the price of a vending machine soda? It blows up the charts—literally. Star Wars Battlefront II just broke its all-time concurrent player record on Steam, with over 20,000 players jumping into the galaxy far, far away as of June 21, 2025. And the Force behind this resurgence? A whopping 90% discount on the game. A Comeback Story That’s Almost Canon-Worthy Let’s be honest—Battlefront II didn’t exactly launch as the chosen one back in 2017. Thanks to infamous loot box drama and a progression system that felt more like Sith alchemy than balanced gameplay, it became the poster child for what not to do in AAA monetization. But EA and DICE turned things around. Fast forward to today, and it’s now regarded as one of the most polished and content-rich Star Wars multiplayer experiences available. Now, with a $3.99…
Star Wars Battlefront II Hits Lowest Ever Price — Now Up to 90% Off on PC
If you’ve ever looked at Star Wars Battlefront II and thought, “I’ll wait for a sale,” the Force just answered your call. The game has now dropped to its lowest ever price across major platforms — up to 90% off on Steam, the EA app, and the Epic Games Store. And if you’re on Xbox? You’ve still got 4 days to grab it on discount before the deal vanishes into hyperspace. Where to Buy Battlefront II for Up to 90% Off Let’s get to the good stuff. Here’s where you can pick up this galactic steal: Whichever launcher you use, this is the best time to build your clone trooper army or unleash your inner Darth Maul. There’s no pay-to-win nonsense anymore—just pure, chaotic Star Wars action. Why Battlefront II Is Still Worth Buying in 2025 Sure, the game launched with more controversy than a Jedi Council vote, but Battlefront…
Star Wars: Rebellion Is Free Right Now — And It Still Hits Like a Death Star Blast
In a galaxy not so far away (i.e., your internet browser), one of the most underrated Star Wars games of all time just went full free-to-play. No, it’s not some microtransaction-infested mobile app. It’s the classic 1998 real-time strategy gem: Star Wars: Rebellion. Right now, you can grab it for zero credits thanks to GOG’s Summer Sale giveaway. It’s part nostalgia trip, part galactic chessboard, and all beautifully chaotic. What Is Star Wars: Rebellion? Released back when Star Wars video games were still experimenting with genres harder than a Tatooine spice dealer, Rebellion is a grand strategy title that lets you control the Galactic Empire or the Rebel Alliance. Your job? Total domination. Whether by diplomacy, espionage, fleet battles, or political manipulation, victory is all about outsmarting your opponent across a galactic map. Key features include: It’s like a poker game between Emperor Palpatine and Admiral Ackbar — bluff, scheme,…