The Holotables have been buzzing today with the September 17 update, and it’s packed with new content, quality-of-life tweaks, and a few bug fixes that will make veteran players grin. From a new Galactic Legend to a flurry of farming opportunities, here’s everything worth noting—without the fluff. Major Headlines Bug Fixes & Adjustments This patch isn’t just about shiny new content; it’s a solid cleanup job too: Why It Matters This update hits all the right notes for both casual players and the esports-minded competitive crowd: If you’re still building out your Rebel fleet, don’t miss our recent deep dive on the Rogue One ship kit reveal, or check our Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes archive for more updates and strategy guides. Final Thoughts September’s mid-month patch is a reminder that Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes is still evolving, mixing fresh content with behind-the-scenes refinements. Whether you’re chasing Galactic Legends…
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Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – Designer Q&A Highlights for Pirate King Hondo Ohnaka
The galaxy’s most charismatic smuggler has stepped into the spotlight again. In a lively Designer Q&A, the development team behind Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes pulled back the curtain on Pirate King Hondo Ohnaka’s new Galactic Legend kit—and the answers are as cheeky as the character himself. Here’s everything you need to know from the Q&A, from strategy insights to Hondo’s own brand of wit. Hondo Isn’t Just a Jedi or Sith Counter While Hondo’s kit includes plenty of anti-Jedi and anti-Sith tricks, the designers made it clear his crew is far from one-dimensional. Lightning Raid—his signature move—lets him slip past Taunts and eliminate key enemies no matter who’s on the other side. Whether you’re facing mercenaries, droids, or even an angry Wookiee, Hondo and his pirates will still “find a way to profit.” Ultimate Charge: Profitable Loopholes Hondo gains Ultimate Charge whenever allies gain Profit, and allies begin each…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Kit Reveal — Pirate King Hondo Ohnaka Joins as a Galactic Legend
The galaxy’s most charming pirate has leveled up. Hondo Ohnaka—the lovable scoundrel from Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Rebels—has finally claimed the title he’s always boasted about: Pirate King. And now, in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes, he arrives as a full-fledged Galactic Legend. If you thought Hondo was just a side hustle kind of pirate, think again. His new kit makes him a dark-side powerhouse with a flair for profit and a team synergy that’s as sneaky as it is powerful. Alignment & Tags Hondo’s a one-man crime wave—and with both Pirate and Smuggler tags, he reaps double the benefits of his own leader ability. Key Traits of the Pirate King Playstyle & Strategy Tips Pirate King Hondo is not a brute-force Galactic Legend. His kit rewards cunning play: Bring him into the Order 66 Raid, where his unique mechanics turn a simple brawl into a stylish profit-making…
Hondo Ohnaka Is Back—and Could Swing into Live Action Sooner Than You Think
Big news for Star Wars fans: Legendary voice actor Jim Cummings recently confirmed that Hondo Ohnaka, the loveable pirate-rogue from Star Wars: The Clone Wars, is officially “not done yet.” That’s right—Hondo’s next adventure is brewing. Hondo’s Return: What We Know Cummings dropped the teaser during a promo event for Andreas Deja: 30 Years of Disney Villains, telling fans to “stay tuned.” His wink—not subtle in the least—suggests Hondo may soon resurface, possibly in the upcoming animated sequel Maul: Shadow Lord. Given Hondo’s dynamic history with Maul in The Clone Wars, the pairing would be dramaturgically delicious. Where Might Hondo Land Next? 1. Maul: Shadow Lord (Animated) This upcoming Disney+ series (2026) follows Darth Maul’s criminal empire-building post-Clone Wars. It’s the most natural fit for Hondo—after all, he’s tangled with Maul before and always lands back in shady—but hilarious—circumstances. 2. A Standalone Hondo Animated Special Lucasfilm could go flashier and…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – Kit Reveal: Captain Silvo
The pirate fleets of the Outer Rim just got a dangerous new ally. Captain Silvo arrives in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes this September, bringing ruthless synergy, Force sensitivity, and a heavy dose of tactical thievery to the growing Pirate faction. Players who want to bolster their dark side squads—and unlock the full potential of Galactic Legend Pirate King Hondo Ohnaka—will want to pay close attention to this reveal. Alignment and Categories Silvo isn’t your average scoundrel. He mixes Force sensitivity with raw pirate cunning, creating one of the most versatile support kits the faction has seen. Key Attributes Inspirations from Skeleton Crew Captain Silvo draws inspiration from the many guises of Jod Na Nawood in Skeleton Crew. By leaning into Silvo’s role as the ruthless leader of a pirate crew, the developers delivered a character identity that perfectly fits the darker side of the New Republic era. Strategy Tips…
Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes – 8-6-2025 Update Brings Brutus, Pirate Era Battle, and a Whole Lot of Fixes
Brace yourselves, Holotable heroes—this one’s spicy. The Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes update for August 6, 2025 is live, and it’s packed tighter than a Jabba vault. We’ve got new content, a marquee character, a sneakily titled “Secret!!!!”, some long-requested QoL fixes, and the return of Rose (sort of). Let’s break it all down like a smuggler sorting spice by value. Brutus Is Here—and He’s Not Just a Pretty Snout The biggest headline is, of course, BRUTUS! The Shistavanen pirate attacker introduced in the latest marquee event is now wreaking havoc with Profit stacking, scattershot synergy, and an aggressive thirst for turn meter control. If you missed the full kit reveal (and you’re serious about Territory Wars), go read that first—Brutus is a must-have for Hondo-centric pirate comps and an all-around menace in the Order 66 Raid meta. Pirate Era Battle & A Mysterious “Secret!!!!” Let’s talk about two more…
Brutus Kit Reveal – Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes Unleashes a Ferocious New Pirate
There’s a new Dark Side scoundrel swaggering onto the Holotables, and his name is Brutus. No, not the Roman backstabber—this one’s a Shistavanen pirate who’s less about betrayal in togas and more about stealing buffs, slicing defenses, and raining scattershot death in Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes. With a snarling attitude and a toolkit tailor-made for PvP mayhem, Brutus arrives as part of the Order 66 Raid update—but let’s be honest, you’re really here for that juicy synergy with Galactic Legend Pirate King Hondo Ohnaka. Let’s dig into what makes Brutus more than just another angry dog-faced gunner. Who (or What) Is Brutus? Brutus is a Dark Side, Scoundrel, Pirate, and Attacker with a mutiny-themed kit that rewards chaos, coordination, and a touch of backstabbing flair. Inspired by the Skeleton Crew series’ deep-cut return of the Shistavanen species (aka the OG “wolfman” from A New Hope), Brutus is designed to…
Yo-Ho-Hondo! The Era of Piracy Arrives in Galaxy of Heroes with a Booty-Laden Battle and Smuggler’s Run 3
Hondo Ohnaka Returns, and He’s Brought Booty If your holo-crystals have been burning a hole in your smugglin’ satchel, it’s time to cash in—Galaxy of Heroes is kicking off its most swashbuckling event series yet: the Era of Piracy. And leading the charge? None other than Galactic Legend Hondo Ohnaka, the smooth-talking, score-chasing pirate who always seems to profit, even when the galaxy’s on fire. This August, prepare for a high-seas (or high-stars?) adventure in the newest Era Battle: Raiders of the Outer Rim. This ain’t just another relic grind. This is full-on pirate roleplay with blasters instead of cutlasses and loot that even Jabba would drool over. The Era Battle: Raiders of the Outer Rim The main course of this event is the Era Battle, where players get to flex their pirate-themed rosters. Expect new pirate-aligned characters, themed combat tiers, and yes—a bonus tier that requires Hondo Ohnaka himself….
Star Wars Galaxy of Heroes: Kit Reveal for Quiggold — The Pirate Tank We Didn’t Know We Needed
Every now and then, Star Wars: Galaxy of Heroes drops a character kit that doesn’t just fill a niche—it opens a treasure chest. The latest addition? Quiggold, the gruff, heavy-blaster-wielding First Mate of Captain Ithano from The Force Awakens, now fully outfitted and ready to anchor the Pirate faction in both raids and Territory Battles. Let’s break down this new Dark Side tank, his synergy with Ithano, his stack-heavy mechanics, and why he’s absolutely vital if you’re chasing Galactic Legend Hondo Ohnaka. Quiggold’s Alignment and Role: He’s not just a meat shield—Quiggold is a disruptive utility tank with some of the most interesting buff-manipulation we’ve seen in the game. Why Quiggold Matters in the Meta The Pirate faction is still under construction, but Quiggold gives it a strong defensive backbone. His kit is loaded with buff stealing, debuff resistance, and mechanics that scale based on his Profit stacks—a new mechanic…
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 Outlaws: A Pirate’s Fortune – New Update, New Adventures
The galaxy just got a whole lot wilder. Star Wars Outlaws has launched its latest story expansion, A Pirate’s Fortune, and it’s packed with new content that will have every outlaw scrambling for their blaster. Hondo Ohnaka is back in full swindling glory, leading players on a quest for hidden treasure, smuggling runs, and brand-new upgrades. What’s New in A Pirate’s Fortune? This isn’t just a little side quest—you’re getting a full-on expansion with more locations, treasure hunts, and the one and only Hondo Ohnaka at your side. If there was ever a character perfectly suited to the life of a space pirate, it’s Hondo. From finding hidden treasure maps to scoring rare loot and tricked-out blasters, this update brings a new flavor of chaos to the galaxy. And it’s not just new quests—A Pirate’s Fortune introduces: Patch 1.6 Highlights Alongside A Pirate’s Fortune, Patch 1.6 delivers a ton of…