Time flies in a galaxy made entirely of plastic bricks.Believe it or not, it’s been three whole years since LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga dropped two of its most exciting character packs: The Book of Boba Fett Pack and the Andor Pack. Released on this day three years ago, these DLCs brought fresh faces, fan-favorite heroes, and some gritty Rebel energy into the already-massive LEGO galaxy. If you missed them back then—or just want to celebrate their anniversary—let’s take a quick trip back through the fun. A Look Back at The Book of Boba Fett Pack When The Book of Boba Fett DLC launched, fans got exactly what they wanted: a mix of bounty hunter swagger, Tatooine politics, and characters who thrive in the grey zone between hero and villain. The pack included: This set immediately stood out thanks to its blend of badass characters, vibrant designs, and the…
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Vecna’s Entrance in Stranger Things 5 Was Inspired by Darth Vader — The Duffer Brothers Confirm the Star Wars Connection
Stranger Things has never been shy about paying homage to iconic horror and sci-fi moments, but Season 5 takes that love letter to cinema to a whole new level. According to the Duffer Brothers, Vecna’s dramatic entrance in Episode 4 (“Sorcerer”) was directly inspired by Darth Vader’s legendary hallway scene in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. And once you see the comparison… yeah. It’s unmistakable. The creators break down Vecna’s redesign, his rebuilt form, and his entrance in the official Netflix Tudum episode guide — which is absolutely worth the read. The Vader Inspiration: How Star Wars Shaped Vecna’s Return For Episode 4, the Duffers wanted Vecna’s reappearance to feel mythic — not just another monster reveal, but a moment with cinematic gravity. Vader walking through that smoke-filled corridor in Rogue One has become the modern gold standard for “unstoppable villain enters the chat.” So they borrowed the emotional…
Claudia Black Reveals She Won’t Return as Mother Klothow in Ahsoka Season 2 — Here’s Why
Claudia Black has confirmed she will not reprise her role as Mother Klothow in Ahsoka Season 2, and the reason has nothing to do with story direction, creative disagreement, or performance. It comes down to something far more real: logistics and livelihood. In an honest, heartfelt explanation, Black revealed that although Lucasfilm initially intended for her to return, the studio ultimately couldn’t meet the financial needs required for her to participate — especially as a single parent based in Los Angeles while production moves overseas. “I’m going to be transparent. They picked up season two, picked me up with it, and then Disney, which is structuring things differently these days, could not pay me what I needed to be paid as a single mother to keep all my responsibilities going at home in Los Angeles, because they were filming in London. It was not something that they could make happen,…
What to Expect from A Lawless Time – Star Wars: Unlimited’s Grittiest Expansion Yet
A Lawless Time is coming to Star Wars: Unlimited, and it’s shaping up to be the game’s most explosive expansion so far. Instead of Senate halls, military operations, or Force mysticism, this set dives deep into the underworld—the side of Star Wars where deals happen in shadows, credits matter more than loyalty, and the only real rule is survival. From brand-new mechanics to risky deckbuilding decisions, here’s everything players can expect when A Lawless Time drops. A Shift Into the Underworld For the first time, Unlimited steps fully into the galaxy’s criminal underground. This set focuses on smugglers, bounty hunters, crime lords, hustlers, scoundrels, and everyone who lives far away from Republic regulations or Imperial oversight. If Shadows of the Galaxy set the mood, A Lawless Time pushes it into overdrive. Expect: It’s not honorable. It’s not legal. But hey—it’s profitable. New Mechanic: Credit Tokens Meet the underworld’s most important…
New Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Reportedly Attached to Select Zootopia 2 Screenings
Disney may be quietly rolling out one of its biggest surprises of the year. According to early reports from moviegoers, a brand-new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu is playing in front of select screenings of Zootopia 2. Yes — the first real look at Din Djarin and Grogu’s leap to the big screen may already be out there… just not online yet. And that’s exactly the kind of sneaky marketing Lucasfilm loves. A Strategic (and Very Disney) Trailer Drop When a major studio wants to test a trailer before unleashing it worldwide, it often attaches it to a specific film with a predictable audience. Placing The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer before Zootopia 2 checks every box: Disney gets to watch real-time audience reactions without the pressure of an immediate global release. It’s the same tactic they’ve used with Marvel previews, Pixar teasers, and even earlier Star Wars marketing. Why…
SWTOR Launches the “Master the Fight: Mobile Market Edition” Bundle – Available Now
Star Wars: The Old Republic has just dropped one of its biggest premium bundles to date — the Master the Fight: Mobile Market Edition, a limited-time package packed with value, cartel coins, droids, dyes, and a mount that basically says, “I own the battlefield, thanks.” The bundle is available right now on the official SWTOR site and stays up until January 13th, 2026 at 11:00am CT / 5:00pm UTC. Source If you’ve ever wanted six months of subscription time plus a small army of droids following you around? Yeah — this is your moment. What’s Inside the Master the Fight: Mobile Market Edition Priced at $99.99 USD, this one-time purchase brings a lot to the table — especially for players who want both time and toys. Here’s everything included: 🔥 180 Days of Sub Time + Coins If you’re already a subscriber (or planning to be one), this alone is…
Hayden Christensen Proudly Picks His Favourite Star Wars Films: A Look at His Choices
Hayden Christensen, the actor revered (and debated) for his portrayal of Anakin Skywalker, recently shared a pair of standout picks when asked about his favourite films in the Star Wars galaxy. From the original trilogy and into the new era, here’s what he chose—and what it tells us about the man behind the suit. 🎬 His Picks Why The Empire Strikes Back Tops His List The Empire Strikes Back has long been hailed by many fans (and critics) as the pinnacle of the Star Wars saga: darker tone, richer character arcs, the unforgettable moment of “I am your father,” and a cliffhanger that changed the way sequels were made. It makes sense that an actor like Christensen—who himself lived through one of cinema’s most infamous sequel arcs—would connect strongly with this film. For someone deeply invested in Skywalker lore, choosing this film signals admiration for its risk-taking, emotional stakes, and…
Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Lands on ITVX – A New Home for a Galaxy Divided
The Star Wars sequel trilogy has officially hyperspaced its way to a new streaming home: ITVX.The Force Awakens (2015), The Last Jedi (2017), and The Rise of Skywalker (2019) have now joined the platform, giving UK viewers an easy place to revisit (or re-debate) one of the most divisive eras in Star Wars history. Source And honestly—few trilogies deserve the word “divisive” quite as much as this one. A Galaxy Reborn… Then Argued About After Disney bought Lucasfilm in 2012, the studio launched a brand-new sequel trilogy set decades after Return of the Jedi. The nostalgia was real: Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, and Mark Hamill all returned as Han Solo, Princess Leia, and Luke Skywalker. At the same time, a new generation took the spotlight: Together, they find themselves locked in a war against Supreme Leader Snoke and his apprentice Kylo Ren — better known as Ben Solo, son of…
Yoda: Dark Rendezvous Turns 21 — The Clone Wars Novel That Still Goes Hard
Twenty-one years ago today, Yoda: Dark Rendezvous by Sean Stewart dropped into the Star Wars Expanded Universe and immediately earned its reputation as one of the smartest, weirdest, and most heartfelt Clone Wars stories ever put to paper. It’s the rare Legends novel that fans still talk about with that “No, seriously, you have to read this one” energy—and for good reason. Released in 2004, the book stands as a shining example of just how rich Star Wars storytelling could be long before the Disney era. And now, at 21 years old, this chaotic, philosophical, occasionally unhinged little masterpiece deserves some celebration. Yoda at His Best (and Funniest) Most stories treat Yoda like a mystical space oracle, dropping cryptic wisdom between dramatic pauses. Dark Rendezvous flips that. Sean Stewart presents Yoda as: It’s Yoda at maximum personality—still wise, still deadly, but so much more alive than his usual “talk in…
The Force Awakens 10th Anniversary Special Edition: A Stunning Look Back at the Film That Rebooted Modern Star Wars
A decade has passed since Star Wars: The Force Awakens blasted into cinemas and reset the franchise’s trajectory. Whether you loved it, argued about it, or rewrote half the script in your head (don’t act like you didn’t), Episode VII reshaped Star Wars for a new generation. Now Lucasfilm and Titan Magazines are celebrating that milestone with something genuinely worthy of your shelf: Star Wars Insider Presents: The Force Awakens – The 10 Year Anniversary Special Edition. It’s a beautifully assembled, interview-rich hardcover packed with behind-the-scenes photography, concept art, and fresh insights into how the film was made. And yes, you can already order it on Amazon right here What Makes This Anniversary Edition Special Sure, “special editions” are announced regularly, but this one earns the label. Titan Magazines has pulled together a curated, archival-style retrospective full of never-before-seen production stills, costume details, creature workshop shots, and director-driven commentary. Across…
Happy 62nd Birthday to Ming-Na Wen — The Voice, the Warrior, and the Legend
Today, we celebrate the birthday of an absolute Star Wars icon: Ming-Na Wen, who turns 62 years old and continues to be one of the most unstoppable forces in the galaxy — on-screen and off. Whether you know her as Fennec Shand, the elite assassin from The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and The Bad Batch, or as the voice behind legendary characters in Disney and Marvel projects, Ming-Na Wen has carved out a career that spans generations, fandoms, and entire cinematic universes. Quite literally — she’s one of the few actors who has appeared in Star Wars, Marvel, and Disney animation, earning her the nickname “The Queen of Franchise Multiverses.” That’s power. That’s range. That’s Ming-Na Wen. Fennec Shand: The Elite Assassin Fans Can’t Get Enough Of Ming-Na’s role as Fennec Shand instantly captured the attention of the Star Wars fanbase. Sleek, deadly, fiercely loyal (when she chooses…
Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge Released 5 Years Ago Today — A VR Adventure That Still Holds Up
Five years ago today, Star Wars fans strapped on VR headsets, ignited their virtual blasters, and stepped foot into one of the most immersive corners of the galaxy far, far away. Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge officially released on this day — and it still stands as one of the most underrated Star Wars gaming experiences of the last decade. Set on the outskirts of Black Spire Outpost on Batuu, the game expanded Disney Parks lore while giving players a chance to jump straight into the action. And let’s be honest: for those of us who can’t casually fly to Disneyland whenever we feel like it, Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge was the closest thing to actually being in the park without spending a fortune on flights and blue milk. A VR Game That Actually Felt Like Star Wars When this title launched, VR was still in its…
Millie Bobby Brown Considers Tattoo of Han & Leia’s Iconic “I Love You” / “I Know” Exchange
What happens when a major pop culture actress, a Star Wars classic line, and a meaningful personal moment collide? The result: Millie Bobby Brown revealed she’s seriously thinking about getting a tattoo of the legendary exchange from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back — the moment when Han Solo tells Princess Leia “I love you,” and she responds “I know.” The actress says the line is “so cute,” and that she and husband Jake Bongiovi even play-quote it to each other. EW.com Why This Tattoo Idea Resonates Brown already wears her fandom openly — with a growing tattoo collection that includes the number 11 (a nod to her TV character), butterflies, a rose, and her husband’s initials. So the fact that she’s considering immortalizing a Star Wars line makes perfect sense: it blends personal meaning, pop-culture fandom, and relationship connection. She explained: “Star Wars. ‘I love you.’ ‘I know.’ ……
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – November 2025 Community Q&A Breakdown
What Players Need to Know About Eras, Gear, Relics, Coliseum, and More The November 2025 Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Community Q&A dropped a ton of new details about the Era system, relic accessibility, returning-player support, and how Conquest and Galactic Legends will work going forward. If you’re a long-time holo-table veteran—or a returning Jedi trying to reconnect your holocron after a few years away—this update shapes the future of SWGOH in a big way. Here’s your complete, streamlined, SEO-friendly rundown of everything that matters. Conquest Characters & Galactic Legends Will Still Use Gear Let’s start with the big one: Conquest units and Galactic Legends will continue to require traditional gear. That means your GL prep isn’t suddenly changing to the Era system. However, Journey Guide characters tied to a specific Era will use Era progression, as long as their Era is still active. Once they age out, they convert…
John Boyega Says He Knows Nothing About the New Jedi Order Movie — And Drops a Perfect Tom Holland Joke
John Boyega is back at it with the best Star Wars energy imaginable.During a panel at Liverpool Comic Con, the actor behind Finn was asked—again—whether he knows anything about the upcoming New Jedi Order movie starring Daisy Ridley as Rey. His answer?Peak Boyega. Peak chaos. Peak honesty. “Trust me I’m like the Tom Holland of Star Wars, once I know something I’ll let you know.” Somewhere out there, Lucasfilm PR felt a disturbance in the Force. Boyega’s “Tom Holland of Star Wars” Quote Is Instantly Legendary If there’s one thing Boyega has mastered over the years, it’s turning every interview into a mix of sincerity and stand-up comedy. Comparing himself to Tom Holland—the king of accidental Marvel spoilers—is perfect. He’s basically saying: Honestly, respect. But the bigger takeaway?Boyega insists he knows nothing about the film… at least not yet. So What Does This Mean for Finn in the Post-Episode IX…
John Boyega Wants Finn and Poe Back – But Only on the Big Screen
The sequel trilogy bromance might not be over just yet—but according to John Boyega, there’s only one place he wants to see Finn and Poe reunite: the cinema. Speaking at Liverpool Comic Con, Boyega made it clear that while he loves the idea of stepping back into Finn’s boots, there’s a condition attached. A big one. “Me and Oscar are very stubborn and we believe the bromance should only be on the big screen.” And honestly? That might be the most Finn-and-Poe statement ever. The Finn–Poe Bromance: A Highlight of the Sequel Era If there’s one thing all Star Wars fans can agree on, it’s that Finn and Poe had chemistry—real chemistry. From the moment Poe handed Finn his jacket and said, “It looks good on you,” the fandom collectively lost its mind. Their dynamic brought levity, charm, and genuine warmth to the sequels. It felt natural. It felt fun….
SWG:Legends Announces the 2025 Galactic City Home Show Winner — Discotheque Takes the Crown on Talus!
The votes are in, the decorations have settled, and the undead (mostly) returned to their graves. Star Wars Galaxies fans, we have a champion.For the first time in SWG:Legends history, the community held a full City Home Show, and the results are nothing short of spectacular. After weeks of player tours, spooky shenanigans, clever city planning, and more Kashyyykian streetlamps than a Wookiee electrician could handle, one city stood above the rest: 🏆 Congratulations to Discotheque, Talus — and Mayor Wendie Flamingo! Discotheque didn’t just win.They performed.They created a living, breathing festival space that blended pristine urban planning with Harvest Festival chaos, theatrical flair, and theme-park-level creativity. (Source included: SWG:Legends forums — https://swglegends.com/forums/showthread.php?68193) A Tour Through Discotheque’s Winning City A Perfectly Planned Plaza to Welcome Visitors Your journey starts at the steps of the City Hall. Wide plazas, careful landscaping, GMF decorations, and rows of neatly arranged homes radiate “this…
Star Wars: The Old Republic Went Free-to-Play 13 Years Ago Today — A Turning Point That Saved the Galaxy
Thirteen years ago today, Star Wars: The Old Republic made one of the most important pivots in MMO history. On November 15, 2012, BioWare officially launched SWTOR’s Free-to-Play option worldwide—opening the galaxy to millions of new players and reshaping the future of the game forever. It wasn’t just a business model change.It was a lifeline.It was a rebirth.It was the moment SWTOR found its identity. Let’s take a look back at the day the MMORPG changed course and how that decision continues to shape the game in 2025. The Announcement That Transformed SWTOR The original message—short and almost casual—landed with the force of a thermal detonator: “Today we are excited to announce that the global launch date of the The Old Republic Free-to-Play option will be November 15, 2012. This release will be simultaneous across all territories and countries SWTOR is available.” At the time, SWTOR was less than a…
SWTOR 7.8 Hits the PTS: Dynamic Encounters Arrive on Dantooine
Update 7.8 has officially landed on the Public Test Server, and this round of testing brings something SWTOR hasn’t tried before: Dynamic Encounters—now live on Dantooine in a brand-new area called the Dantooine Crash Site. If you enjoy open-world chaos, unpredictable challenges, and big-group coordination, you’re about to have a very good time. A New Kind of Content: What Are Dynamic Encounters? Dynamic Encounters aren’t your traditional daily-area loops or timed world events. They’re spontaneous, layered challenges that adapt as players clear objectives. Think “open-world content with momentum,” where your actions directly influence how soon the server unlocks major encounters. On the PTS, this system debuts on Dantooine—specifically in the Dantooine Crash Site, a completely new zone carved out of the surface after an unknown ship plummeted into the environment. The impact has twisted the landscape into three biomes, each with its own hazards and challenges. This isn’t just “kill…
Star Wars: Demolition Released 25 Years Ago — The Wildest Arena Battle in the Galaxy Turns a Quarter Century Old
Twenty-five years ago, Star Wars: Demolition crash-landed onto our consoles, blending lightsabers, speeders, and chaos into one unforgettable combat experience. Released in November 2000 for the PlayStation and Dreamcast, the game was an explosive mashup of Twisted Metal–style vehicular mayhem and the Star Wars universe — a combination that only the early 2000s could have delivered. So yes, Star Wars: Demolition just turned 25 years old, and it’s time to celebrate the galaxy’s most gloriously chaotic gladiator game. A Galaxy Far, Far Away Meets Vehicular Carnage Developed by Luxoflux and published by LucasArts, Star Wars: Demolition wasn’t about elegant lightsaber duels or Jedi wisdom. This was pure, unfiltered destruction. Players entered an intergalactic deathmatch in various vehicles — from Boba Fett’s jetpack and Speeder Bikes to AT-STs, Podracers, and even Rancors. The premise? Simple but brilliant: after the Galactic Empire banned podracing, Jabba the Hutt created a new spectator sport…
Oscar Isaac Says He’d Return to Star Wars—But Only If Disney “Figures Out” Its Free-Speech Issues
When Oscar Isaac last appeared in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, he looked like a man ready to put the galaxy behind him. And now, years later, it seems he really meant it. The actor has made it clear he’s not coming back to a galaxy far, far away — at least not until Disney gets its house in order when it comes to, as he puts it, “free speech.” The Galaxy According to Oscar Isaac In a recent chat on Jimmy Kimmel Live!, Isaac opened up about his post-Star Wars outlook and didn’t shy away from some pointed remarks about Disney. When asked whether he’d ever return as the lovable Resistance pilot Poe Dameron, Isaac didn’t dance around it: “I think I’d have to see Disney figure out its free speech problem before I’d consider going back.” That’s about as subtle as a thermal detonator. The comment follows…
Star Wars Outlaws: Wild Card & A Pirate’s Fortune Soundtrack Nominated for GRAMMY
The galaxy just got a little louder — in the best way possible! The Star Wars Outlaws: Wild Card & A Pirate’s Fortune soundtrack has officially been nominated for a GRAMMY Award in the category of Best Video Game Soundtrack. This nomination marks another major achievement for Star Wars Outlaws, Ubisoft’s ambitious open-world adventure that dives deep into the criminal underbelly of the galaxy. The game’s music has been praised since launch for its cinematic scope, emotional resonance, and masterful blending of traditional Star Wars orchestration with gritty pirate motifs that perfectly fit the game’s tone. The score — which captures the tension, swagger, and charm of scoundrels like Kay Vess and her loyal companion Nix — was crafted with a mix of sweeping orchestral arrangements and rogue-inspired rhythms. From the smoky cantinas of Canto Bight to the lawless reaches of the Outer Rim, every track tells a story of…
Rian Johnson Says Star Wars Fandom Division Is “Part of the Fun”
Star Wars fans have argued for decades — about prequels vs. sequels, Luke vs. Rey, or even the correct viewing order — but according to director Rian Johnson, that’s not a problem. In fact, he believes it’s part of what makes the fandom so special. Speaking recently, Johnson reflected on the passionate, often divided nature of the Star Wars community. “The notion that Star Wars has been this kind of Shangri-La, united fandom, and that nothing could split that apart is false,” he said. “The reality is Star Wars has always been something that has meant different things to different people. And I think that’s part of the fun and the passion of it as fans — arguing about it respectfully.” It’s a statement that feels especially relevant as the franchise nears its 50th anniversary. Star Wars Has Never Been One Thing Johnson’s comments cut to the core of what…
The Rogue One Event Returns to LEGO Star Wars: Castaways – Earn Exclusive Themed Rewards Until November 30th!
LEGO fans and Star Wars gamers, it’s time to return to the sands of Scarif. The Rogue One event is back in LEGO Star Wars: Castaways — bringing a limited-time celebration of the Rebel heroes, Imperial forces, and one of the most unforgettable missions in Star Wars history. Available now and running until November 30th, this returning event lets players unlock Rogue One-themed cosmetics, collectibles, and in-game gear inspired by the film that redefined rebellion in the galaxy far, far away. A Return to the Battle for Hope In LEGO Star Wars: Castaways, players can explore vibrant LEGO worlds, customize their minifigures, and jump into themed challenges. The Rogue One event captures the spirit of the film with missions and rewards inspired by the desperate stand of Jyn Erso, Cassian Andor, and their ragtag crew. This year’s edition of the event features returning cosmetics like Rebel pilot helmets, Imperial officer…