The pirate crew in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes just got a serious boost. Vane, the sharp-tongued scoundrel from The Mandalorian and Skeleton Crew, is now entering the holotables as the latest Dark Side Tank in the Era of Piracy. And make no mistake—this guy isn’t here to collect bounties. He’s here to take your hits, steal your Taunts, and make sure his pirate buddies stay alive long enough to cash out. Let’s break down what makes Vane such a game-changer. A Pirate Tank That Won’t Go Down Without a Fight Vane joins the game as a Dark Side, Tank, Pirate, Scoundrel unit, and he’s all about resilience and utility. He’s a protector, a damage sponge, and a reliable disruptor who scales over time. Under the right leadership—especially with Galactic Legend Pirate King Hondo Ohnaka—he becomes an immovable object with some serious teeth. Whether you’re diving into the Order 66…
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Does Vader Know Leia is His Daughter?
The Star Wars universe is full of dramatic reveals, but perhaps none is quite as galaxy-shaking as the revelation that Darth Vader is not only Luke Skywalker’s father but also the father of Princess Leia Organa. For years, fans (oops, I said it) speculated on whether Vader knew about Leia’s true parentage during the events of the original trilogy. So, did the Dark Lord of the Sith ever realize that his own daughter was right under his nose, blasting Stormtroopers and sassing Imperial officers? The Early Years: Vader’s Blind Spot To understand why Vader didn’t sense Leia’s presence early on, you have to look at the timeline. In A New Hope, Leia is captured, interrogated, and even witnesses the destruction of her home planet, Alderaan. And yet, Vader seems blissfully unaware that the defiant senator standing before him is his flesh and blood. Awkward family reunion, huh? This oversight can…