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My mom and dad took me to London to see the first Star Wars movie the moment it came out, more years ago than I care to mention (you do the math, but I will lie shamelessly about my age if challenged). That trip was formative to say the least, and all for the cost of a handful of cinema tickets and a few hours of their time. And the price of repeat viewings. And a weekly comic book. And toys. Lots of toys… The point is, I'll never forget that first journey to the galaxy far, far away. Thankfully my dad was no Darth Vader, and mom will always be royalty to me, so in this issue of Star Wars Insider I thought we'd celebrate the space moms and…

The latest illustrated book by Jeffrey Brown, author of Darth Vader and Son and Vader's Little Princess focuses on a new generation of assets, namely Din Djarin and his foundling son Grogu. Brown's new title, The Mandalorian and Child, is packed with humorous cartoons detailing Djarin's paternal problems keeping the child-like Grogu amused and entertained, and takes inspiration from familiar scenes in the Disney+ series, albeit with Brown's trademark comedic twist. Speaking to StarWars.com about the project, Brown said, “One of the things to love about the Mandalorian is how his ultra-tough exterior is tempered by how sweet and tender he can be with Grogu.” Published by Chronicle Books, The Mandalorian and Child is on sale November 7, 2023.…

Darth Vader's armor has permeated pop culture and stands as one of Star Wars’ most recognizable ensembles. Loungefly's Darth Vader Glow-intheDark Mini Backpack embraces the character's iconic look, pairing an embroidered Darth Vader face and outfit with metallic thread and print accents, glow-in-the-dark elements on the front and sides, a double zipper main compartment, and a quilted front zip compartment with chest plate appliqué. Standing approximately 12-inches tall, the Darth Vader Glowinthe-Dark Mini Backpack retails for $88 on shopDisney.com…

Control Your Destiny Ascending the syndicate's ranks in Star Wars: Crimson Climb. Introduced to audiences in 2018's Solo: A Star Wars Story, Qi'ra has captivated fans with her rise from Corellian scrumrat to Crimson Dawn enforcer. Her character's intriguing backstory was further touched upon in Rae Carson's Star Wars: Most Wanted and Mur Lafferty's Solo novelization, both also released in 2018, and Qi'ra now makes a perilous-yet-triumphant ascent through the galaxy's criminal element in an all-new, 368-page Young Adult hardcover novel from Disney Lucasfilm Press. In Star Wars: Crimson Climb, New York Times bestselling author E.K. Johnston dives into Qi'ra's mindset as she survives the trials of Lady Proxima's White Worms gang on Corellia in the wake of Han Solo's escape to freedom. Despair turns to strength and resolve, and…

Darkness in sight! Cover revealed for the first act of Phase III The galaxy looks set for even grimmer times when The High Republic returns with the first Phase III novel, The Eye of Darkness, by author George Mann. Described as “brutal” by Mann at San Diego Comic-Con 2023, the story picks up a year after the destruction of Starlight Beacon. The galaxy is divided and the Nihil are wreaking havoc across an area of the Outer Rim that they have sealed off from the galaxy with a barrier known as the Stormwall. Several Jedi are trapped within its grip, including Avar Kriss, who strives to save lives now at the mercy of the vile marauders while she attempts to stay one step ahead of the Nihil and their Nameless…

INTERVIEW: TESSA GRATTON “Our world is so messy, people and power are messy, and I like to reflect that in the galaxy far, far away.” Star Wars Insider: Can you talk a little about how and why you became a writer? What were your childhood ambitions, and was there one particular book or event that inspired you to write? Tessa Gratton: I've been writing stories since I was a child, but when I was young it never occurred to me to want to be a professional writer, despite all the writing I did and how much I loved books and storytelling. I got my undergraduate degree in gender studies, intending to go into policy and global politics. In graduate school, I realized I was just angry all the time. It…

Kouhun An arthropod whose venom was capable of killing its prey within minutes, the kouhun became a weapon in Zam Wesell's arsenal. The bounty hunter dispatched two of the animals in a bid to assassinate Padmé Amidala on Coruscant, but Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi intervened and saved the senator. Sarlacc Although their mouths are visible on the surface, sarlaccs are enormous creatures who conceal the vast majority of their bodies underground. Jabba the Hutt enjoyed utilizing the Sarlacc that nested at the Pit of Carkoon as a tool for painful executions, a fate which the gangster attempted to inflict upon Han Solo and Luke Skywalker. Thala-siren Large sea mammals who produced a salty green sustenance for their young, thala-sirens were docile enough that Luke Skywalker was easily able to…

WORLDWIDE Québec-based Joany Richer was introduced to Star Wars as a college student by her best friend. “I grew up in a very tiny French-Canadian village, and the first I heard about Star Wars was in high school,” Joany explains. “My friend said, ‘trust me’ and put on A New Hope, and I fell in love with the characters, the quest-everything was just so fascinating.” A lifelong fashion devotee, Joany soon started to collect licensed Star Wars clothes, and now has more than 300 pieces (excluding accessories like hats and bags!). And her collection continues to expand. While it's hard for Joany to choose favorites, she is particularly fond of some shoes featuring Yoda on Dagobah. “I wanted those shoes so badly, and I had a hard time finding them,”…

Insulation Board Usually used in buildings to provide thermal insultation to walls and lofts, this readily available material is cheap, lightweight, and easy to carve and shape, making it an excellent option for sculpting props and set pieces to enhance cosplay. Ready-mix Concrete or Mortar Combining cement and sand to get the right consistency for the job at hand requires experience, so a ready-mix option is a time saver and means you can be confident that it will do the job. Get a grey mix and your sculpture will look like a stone carving, and remember to wear rubber or latex gloves to apply. Retractable Snap-off Blade Knife Almost as dangerous as a lightsaber in the wrong hands, you should always be careful with any sharp blade used during crafting.…

“WE SHOULD BE DOING MORE.” Do you have the brains of the Bad Batch's Tech? Answer these questions about the team's exploits to find out. CLONE FORCE 99 1: Why was Omega obsessed with finding treasure on Serenno? A/ She wanted to buy gifts B/ She felt guilty C/ She owed Echo money D/ She wanted a memento 2: Which Safa Toma sport did Tech participate in? A/ Podracing B/ Bantha Racing C/ Fathier Racing D/ Riot Racing 3: What did the Bad Batch deliver to the Vanguard Axis smuggling droids? A/ Stolen blasters B/ Illegal credits C/ Forged chain codes D/ Valuable medicine 4: What was Clone Force 99 mining when the Marauder was stolen? A/ Coaxium B/ Carbonite C/ Spice D/ Ipsium 5: Who discovered the Empire's plan to weaponize…

S.T.Bende @stbende Children's and Young Adult Fantasy author S.T.Bende is the writer of several Star Wars short stories and Disney storybooks. Jav Stobie @StobiesGalaxy Writer, media consultant, and Wookiee fan, Jay is a regular Star Wars Insider contributor, and commentator for many sci-fi outlets. Amy Richau @amyrichau Amy is a regular contributor to StarWars.com, and is the author of Star Wars: I Love You, I know: Lessons in Love and Friendship. Mark Newbold @Prefect_timing A writer for U.K. sci-fi magazine Starburst and Star Trek magazine, journalist Mark is a proud Honorary Friend of the 501st and Rebel Legion. Kristin Baver @KristinBaver Kristin was a card- carrying Star Wars fan before she had reason to own a wallet. Now she's an associate editor at StarWars.com. Brandon Wainerdi @ActuallyBrandon Brandon is a…

While gamers await the release of the open-world videogame Star Wars Outlaws from Massive Entertainment, Lucasfilm Games, and Ubisoft, there is already an opportunity to delve deeper into what's in store through a Fan Kit that is available now on Ubisoft's official website. A curated a collection of concept art, in-game images, and an exclusive visual guide to the main characters has been collated by Outlaws’ developers, offering an early insight into what players can expect. The site also hosts an exclusive behind-the-scenes video on the making of the game, its thrilling trailer, and the option to sign up to receive email updates on the release. To download the Fan Kit and find the latest news on the game, visit starwarsoutlaws.com.…

Entrusted to be Armitage Hux's personal guard, Captain Cardinal was a devoted soldier who wore signature red armor and staunchly believed in the First Order's principles and goals. Denuo Novo's Captain Cardinal Helmet is a highly detailed, 1:1 scale wearable accessory. Made of fiberglass with a glossy red finish, aluminum filtration fitting, metal grille mesh, and gray visor lens, the helmet boasts a fully lined interior, complete with removeable adjustment pillows. Retailing for $675, the Captain Cardinal Helmet is available on DenuoNovo.com.…

From stormtroopers to bounty hunters, Emperor Palpatine employed countless agents in his quest to rule the galaxy. Renowned watchmaker Fossil has harnessed the dark side to fashion a collection of limitededition watches celebrating the 40th anniversary of Return of the Jedi, with designs based on Darth Vader (with a red lightsaber as the minute hand), Boba Fett, a stormtrooper, and a TIE fighter cockpit featuring a tactical display on it's face. Heroic characters Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, R2-D2, and C-3PO are also represented in the range. Each watch has a stainlesssteel, 43-millimeter case and a precision Japanese automatic movement, and comes packaged in a box that plays cinematic sound effects when opened. Priced from $270 to $370, you can buy them on fossil.com.…

Darth Vader imposed Emperor Palpatine's will on the galaxy, traveling across the vastness of space. However, as Padmé Amidala once told him in his youth, space is cold. Whether you're on the bridge of a Star Destroyer or an icy planet, the Darth Vader Zip Hoodie (and the Half Zip fleece hoodie for your young apprentice) has you covered. Made from recycled polyester and viscose, the Darth Vaderinspired garments include a red accented zipper, ribbed cuffs and hem, and Darth Vader artwork. Both sizes (Adult priced $64.99 and child $46.99) can be purchased on shopDisney.com.…

Catching Up with Obi-Wan Kenobi The acclaimed Jedi Master returns in Marvel Comics’ new 6-issue miniseries. Disney+'s groundbreaking limited series Obi-Wan Kenobi lifted the veil on a monumental period in the Jedi Master's storied life. Taking place between Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope, the show's six episodes explored the trials of hiding in exile on Tatooine, Kenobi's decision to rescue a young Princess Leia Organa from the clutches of Imperial agents, and the thrilling pursuit which led Kenobi to encounter friends and foes, both old and new. Marvel Comics is adapting the exhilarating series for a 6-issue comics run from celebrated author Jody Houser, with each installment being based on one of the show's six episodes. Conflicted over whether to remain in the desert and…

THE HIGH REPUBLIC: PHASE II COMPANION Wave 1 Path of Deceit Writers: Tessa Gratton and Justina Ireland Disney Lucasfilm Press, Young Adult novel A Force artifact has gone missing, and Padawan Kevmo Zink heads to Dalna with his master to investigate. There he meets and connects with Marda Ro, a member of the Path of the Open Hand, a group that believes the Jedi use the Force for ill. “The Path of the Open Hand ultimately believes that the Force should be free—meaning, untouched,” explains Tessa Gratton. “They believe using the Force at all causes unforeseen consequences and disrupts the balance of the galaxy. This puts them directly in opposition to the Jedi, and that was the original inspiration: exploring what kind of group would be philosophically the opposite of…

Author Tessa Gratton reveals how she invested her own experiences into the characters of Padawan Rooper Nitani, a new character named Sky Graf, and Fel Ix, one of the Kessarine from Path of Deceit. “Fel Ix and Rooper clash about the Force and their conflicting purposes on the frontier, representing the Path versus the Jedi, and I loved bringing these big-picture adult motivations to their relationship,” says Gratton. “I think kids are often underestimated and it's assumed they don't get the nuances of these kinds of galactic issues. I wanted to try and write a middle-grade book that was fundamentally about the same things as Path of Deceit: fanaticism, philosophy, justice, identity, how to figure out what's the right thing—because eleven-yearolds are aware of these things, too. This one has…

Many animal species benefited the galaxy's citizens without being ridden as mounts or consumed as food. Tuskens trained massiffs to guard their settlements, and the domesticated animals were often seen as pets by younger members of the tribes. Corellian hounds served a related purpose, although they were also renowned for their tracking skills. The White Worms harnessed them to search for Han Solo and Qi'ra at Coronet Spaceport. Puffer pigs had a particularly valuable trait, as they could sniff out important mineral deposits for the Mining Guild and other treasure hunters. Even the legendary entrepreneur Lando Calrissian acquired a puffer pig in the hope of striking it rich with a new mining venture on Lothal. Sadly for the puffer pigs, they were also prized for their delicious meat. WHAT DO…

01 “SYRIL” AND “DEDRA” BY ANNA RÓZA HOCZA “I found Star Wars: Andor magnificent,” shares fan Anna Roza Hocza, who creates art under the alias Black Monitor. “It showed us the Star Wars galaxy from new perspectives, and I'm fascinated to see how the story will unfold.” 02 “JEDI” BY GRANT SPRINGFORD “I was five years old when Star Wars: A New Hope was released in the U.K.,” says Grant Springford. “My dad took me on my first visit to the cinema to see a film that blew my young mind. Sadly, he passed away earlier this year, and I will be forever grateful to him and Star Wars for sparking my creativity at such an early age.” 03 “ECHO & TECH” AND “JUST A PYKE” BY KRISTEN AKA THEANTARESHERON…

One of Obi-Wan Kenobi ‘s many standout stars was NED-B, a loader droid loyal to the Rebellion, who eventually made the ultimate sacrifice alongside his human friend, Tala Durith. “Here was this larger than life droid, but with a true heart for the Rebellion, the Jedi, and the humans and droids suffering around him due to the evil of the Empire,” says cosplayer Robert Foster. “NED was willing to help, without worrying about his own safety. With no voice, NED could convey his compassion and soul to us all.” These traits inspired Foster to start a NED-B costume “I was also happy to see a bigger droid that could handle a bigger body type,” recalls the fan. “I am no Anthony Daniels and no matter what I do I cannot…

Generations of Jedi A mission to Luke Skywalker's temple In Star Wars: The Book of Boba Fett, Din Djarin visited Luke Skywalker's temple to check up on Grogu, who was training with the Jedi Master. Hasbro took inspiration from the Mandalorian's time at the temple to create Grogu's Training Adventure action figure set. As part of its kidfriendly Mission Fleet line of Star Wars action figures, the set comes with 2.5-inch Ahsoka Tano, R2-D2, Luke Skywalker, and Grogu action figures, each with fully poseable arms, legs, and head. Seven accessories, including 3 lightsabers, a training droid and spinning stand, and an attachable backpack for Grogu to sit in, are also included. Retailing for $22.99, the set can be ordered on shop.Hasbro.com.…

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The pantheon of Star Wars characters is varied and diverse, with family histories that have involved everyone from doting parents, paternal Jedi, and reliable uncles and aunts to fathers gone bad and clone pods seeded with bounty hunter DNA. Sadly, not every character in the saga and beyond has benefitted from a mother figure in their lives. Insider sets out to highlight the inspiring space moms of the galaxy far, far away. LEIA'S LINEAGE LEIA ORGANA Leia Organa never had the chance to get to know her birth mother, Padmé Amidala, but was raised by one of the most exceptional mothers in Star Wars, Breha Organa. When Leia and Han Solo had a child, Leia wanted her son to learn how to use and control his Force abilities. The decision…

Six years before Return of the Jedi arrived on the big screen, the block-busting popularity of the original trilogy's first installment had caught the world of licensed products completely unaware. Keen to make good on its newly acquired rights to make Star Wars toys, Cincinnati-based company Kenner leaped into the vacant space with its now-infamous “Early Bird Certificate” program, teasing an exciting new toy line based on the characters and adventures of Star Wars: A New Hope. The subsequent collection, which popularized a brand new 3 ¾-inch scale, became wildly popular, and by the summer of 1983 Tim Effler and his talented team of designers were more than ready to unleash a galaxy of new products alongside the release of the third movie. As Effler remembers, he was right out…

22 BSW4: Anakin Skywalker rode a reek in an attempt to escape a mauling in the Geonesian arena after Poggle the Lesser deployed it, an acklay, and a nexu to kill him, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Padmé Amidala. 19 BSW4: Obi-Wan Kenobi mounted a native varactyl in order to pursue General Grievous through Utapau's unique terrain. 0 BSW4: Imperial sandtroopers used dewbacks for transport when searching for droids C-3PO and R2-D2 on Tatooine. The massive lizards could withstand the heat and dust of the planet's harsh desert landscape. 34 ASW4: As BB-8 rolled across Jakku's red sands following Poe Dameron's capture, a Teedo scavenger tried to capture the spherical droid. Fortunately, Rey heard the commotion and saved BB-8 from the Teedo's clutches. 34 ASW4: Rose Tico and Finn stumbled upon a…

Meet the stars, show the evidence, win the bounty! Bounty Hunters is sponsored by Kotobukiya. Each issue's winner will receive a fantastic Kotobukiya Star Wars statue kit! To see more, visit www.facebook.com/kotobukiyaofficial. MERCEDES VARNADO: Mandalorian Musdes A member of Bo-Katan Kryze's Nite Owls, Koska Reeves—played by Mercedes Varnado in The Mandalorian-was as fierce a warrior as her real-life alter ego. As well as acting, Varnardo is best known for her prolific wrestling career, which was an inspiration to Aisha Peterson. “Whenever I've met Mercedes, whether it's virtually or in person, it's been a really special experience,” says aspiring wrestler Aisha. “She's super down to earth, easy to talk to, and inspires me so much. I always knew I wanted to be a professional wrestler, but she's the reason I believe…