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General Hospital spoilers for October 28-November 1 have Heather Webber (Alley Mills) free as a bird but the town pariah. Ric Lansing (Rick Hearst) got her out and many hate him for it. Portia Robinson (Brook Kerr) wants her run out of town and her husband’s got a plan for that.

Holly Sutton (Emma Samms) is scared and looking for help to go on the run. She needed to quickly fence uncut gems. So, that led to Sonny Corinthos (Maurice Benard). Then, Anna confronted Holly on General Hospital.

She wanted Holly to stop lying and come clean about what she took from Sidwell’s (Carlo Rota) camp. Jack Brennan (Charles Mesure) already alerted them the psycho killed a pilot and ransacked a plane looking for what Holly stole.

Molly Lansing-Davis (Kristen Vaganos) confronted her father, Ric. She’s angry he got Heather out of prison. Plus, she’s in a...

Ahsoka Tano's journey from Jedi apprentice to skilled warrior and protector of the galaxy is one that Star Wars fans have gotten to see every step of the way in Lucasfilm's television projects, especially with regard to skill in lightsaber combat. Trained by Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka developed a unique fighting style that combines agility, precision, and creativity. Wielding her trademark dual lightsabers, she became one of the most formidable duelists in the Star Wars universe, going up against almost every single villain in the franchise with a calm and strategic mind. Whether against Sith Lords, rogue Jedi, or even her former master, Ahsoka's battles have become legendary moments in Star Wars lore.

Each of Ahsoka's duels showcases her evolution as a fighter and her steadfast connection to the Force. From her early days as a Padawan in The Clone Wars to her decisive showdowns in Rebels and The Mandalorian,...

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The Mandalorian Civil War in Star Wars Legends led to the rise of legendary fighters like Jango Fett and the Death Watch. Jango Fett and the Death Watch's conflicts shaped Mandalorian culture, with the Supercommando Codex guiding warriors. The modern Star Wars canon hints at Jango Fett's involvement in the Mandalorian Civil Wars, but any other details remain unclear.

A major event in the history of the Star Wars franchises Mandalorians is the Mandalorian Civil War, a devastating conflict that saw the rise of a legendary Mandalor and the establishment of a vicious terrorist group. Mandalorians are among the most famous non-Force-using cultures in the Star Wars franchise, with the original Legends continuity establishing a fascinating lore for the warriors and the modern canon reimagining them. The origins of Jango Fett, a central figure in Star Wars, and the Death Watch, a villainous faction in various non-movie materials, are...

Star Wars: The Clone Wars is one of the most beloved entries to the saga. It introduced beloved characters like Ahsoka Tano and provided more depth to existing figures like Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi. It fills in the gap between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith perfectly, especially since the movies glazed over the majority of the conflict in favor of focusing on Anakin's character development.

However, despite being ostensibly geared toward younger audiences, The Clone Wars handles some of the darkest themes in the series. The clones face constant dehumanization from those they believed they could trust, the Jedi Order makes incredibly ill-informed decisions and galactic politics grow more complicated than anyone ever would have believed they could. Let's take a look at the ten darkest story arcs in the show.

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The Mandalorian & Grogu movie must address Satine Kryze's legacy. Satine's importance in Obi-Wan's life and in Mandalorian history is often overlooked in the Star Wars universe. The Mandalorian & Grogu movie has the opportunity to honor Satine's memory and explore Bo-Katan's complex feelings about her sister.

Star Wars' upcoming The Mandalorian & Grogu movie must address one glaring error from The Mandalorian season 3 and, sadly, from a few other Star Wars movies and TV shows as well. The Mandalorian is undoubtedly one of Star Wars' best TV shows. Not only did it introduce beloved characters Grogu and Din Djarin, but it also kicked off a number of Star Wars shows and movies that focus on the New Republic timeline, from The Book of Boba Fett and Ahsoka to The Mandalorian & Grogu.

However, even the best shows aren't without their flaws. While The Mandalorian has suffered some odd controversies,...

Bo-Katan's character growth is vital to appreciate, as her journey from terrorist to leader is hard-earned. The complexity of Bo-Katan's arc in Star Wars shows her self-reflection and redemption from past mistakes. Katee Sackhoff's portrayal of Bo-Katan brings grace to a character who has evolved into a strong leader.

Bo-Katan Kryze actress Katee Sackhoff gave her iconic Star Wars character the perfect defense to her Star Wars: The Clone Wars arc and the criticism that comes with it. Bo-Katan has become one of the most beloved characters in Star Wars movies and TV shows, but it wasn't an easy road getting there. When she was introduced in The Clone Wars, she seemed like yet another callous member of the terrorist group Death Watch, and while her image has been radically transformed in one of Star Wars' best TV shows, The Mandalorian, that original story has been difficult to shake.

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Osha, played in "Star Wars: The Acolyte" by Amandla Stenberg, has a really bad day in the show's premiere episode. First, she's forced to face an explosion while making repairs on the outside of a Trade Federation ship, and then she's accused of a murder she claims she didn't commit and arrested by her old friend from the Jedi Order who is a now a humorless, no-nonsense Jedi Knight who doesn't seem at all pleased to see her. 

Next, she's shipped back to Coruscant aboard a Republic prison ship operated by droids. And that's just the start of her bad time. When the other prisoners reveal their plan to escape, she confesses that she's placing her trust in the Jedi, and they leave her out of the plan and take the ship over...

Bo-Katan Kryze's Star Wars timeline includes joining Death Watch, leading the Nite Owls, and rejecting Maul's rule. Bo-Katan becomes Mandalore's regent, suffers the Night of a Thousand Tears, and finally earns the Darksaber in The Mandalorian season 3. With the help of Din Djarin, Bo-Katan leads the Liberation of Mandalore, defeats Moff Gideon, and becomes the new Mand'alor.

Bo-Katan Kryze is a key Star Wars character whose history spans multiple eras of the galaxy far, far away. Originally debuting in the animated Clone Wars television show voiced by Katee Sackhoff, Bo-Katan Kryze has since made her way from animation to live-action with Sackhoff continuing to portray the iconic Mandalorian warrior. To that end, Bo-Katan's entire Star Wars timeline is quite impressive, filled with equal amounts of both tragedy and victory.

Originally introduced as more of a villain in The Clone Wars animated series, Bo-Katan Kryze has evolved across eras to...

Darth Maul is a recurring character in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels, who often serves as an antagonist and an occasionally uneasy ally for the protagonists. He works with Ahsoka Tano, Ezra Bridger, and countless members of the Sith in his desperate mission to survive his never-ending plights.

While he first appeared in Star Wars: Episode I The Phantom Menace, Maul truly became a grounded character in Clone Wars and Rebels. There, he grew beyond his incredible design and revealed the nuance and complexity behind his malevolent nature. Some episodes reveal more about his character than the movies ever could.

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Obi-Wan's rivalry with Maul is one of the best rivalries in Star Wars' history. Maul's obsessive desire to end Obi-Wan's life is the only thing that drives him to keep surviving, and "Revival" is where he...

The Mandalorian has delved into Mandalorian culture, but a crucial story remains untold, highlighting the discontinuity between eras. The Mandalorian Death Watch mysteriously schismed, possibly a result of Pre Vizsla's death. This story needs to be told, providing important context for Din Djarin and his faction, the Children of the Watch.

The Mandalorian has fleshed out the culture and history of the planet Mandalore, but one key story has yet to be told. George Lucas effectively reinvented the Mandalorians in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, and they've since become essential to Star Wars lore. Din Djarin served as a window into their culture in The Mandalorian, and his actions led to their reclaiming their lost homeworld from the Empire. Mandalorian culture and heritage is gradually becoming clearer.

The problem, though, is that there's a sharp discontinuity between the Mandalorians seen in The Clone Wars and in The Mandalorian. In The Clone Wars,...

Death Watch, a terrorist faction of Mandalorians, held onto old warrior traditions and briefly allied with the Separatists. The New Mandalorians were pacifists and allies of the Republic but not full members. The Mandalorians ultimately didn't choose a side and suffered when power changed hands to the Galactic Empire.

The Mandalorians are easily one of the most recognizable factions within the galaxy far, far away that do not wield the Force. They have a history spanning thousands of years that have been intimately tied with the fate of the Jedi and Sith, often used as pawns by one faction or seen as tentative allies or lethal enemies by the other. Through it all, the Mandalorians maintained their own distinct culture, which has been honored even millennia after their people became known to the galaxy. However, this isn't to say that the Mandalorians are united. A culture that believes combat brings...

Bo-Katan's journey from member of Death Watch to ruler of Mandalore is showcased in stunning cosplay video. Cosplayer rei.kennex perfectly replicates Bo-Katan's armor and Darksaber in a beach backdrop setting. Dive into Bo-Katan's complex history and her connection to her sister Satine in The Mandalorian series.

A stunning Star Wars cosplay video shows Lady Bo-Katan Kryze of The Mandalorian wielding the Darksaber. Bo-Katan, who originally appeared in Star Wars: The Clone Wars series and later returned in Star Wars Rebels, first appeared in live-action in The Mandalorian season 2 and has increasingly become a hero in her arc, a long way from her appearance as a member of Death Watch in The Clone Wars. After The Mandalorian season 3, Bo-Katan is set to be the leader of Mandalore - which makes the Darksaber, in combination with Bo-Katan's iconic Mandalorian armor and signature helmet, the perfect cosplay.

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Star Wars is shifting its focus away from Jedi-centered stories and exploring other narratives, as seen in The Mandalorian & Grogu. The decision to have Din Djarin and Grogu appear in a feature movie instead of The Mandalorian season 4 is unexpected, signaling a significant change for the franchise. The movie will highlight the importance of Mandalorians in the Star Wars galaxy and emphasize non-Jedi characters like Din Grogu, who chose a different path from the Jedi.

With Star Wars' announcement of The Mandalorian & Grogu, the franchise is switching gears, transitioning from movies focused on Jedi to explore other stories. The Mandalorian season 3 ending was thrilling, with Din Djarin adopting Din Grogu, taking him on as a Mandalorian apprentice, and agreeing to assist the New Republic with certain jobs. This notably came on the heels of Grogu rejecting the Jedi path, leaving Luke Skywalker's Jedi Temple, and reuniting with Din Djarin.

This Bo-Katan Kryze cosplayer showcases the intricate details and assembly process of the Mandalorian armor, honoring the character's history and service. Bo-Katan's acceptance of the role of Mand'alor in The Mandalorian season 3 signifies her growth and redemption, returning to the old ways of the Mandalorians. The future of The Mandalorian and Star Wars will continue to show Bo-Katan's growth as she helps to rebuild Mandalore.

This awesome Bo-Katan Kryze cosplayer just showed how she assembles the ultimate The Mandalorian outfit, and it proves how intricate Mandalorian armor is. Bo-Katan first appeared in the Star Wars: The Clone Wars TV show as a member of the villainous Mandalorian terrorist group Death Watch. She was later revealed to be the wayward sister of the pacifist Duchess Satine Kryze. Bo-Katan's arc is an interesting one, as she isn't redeemed from her past as a member of Death Watch, but is shown to be...

The Mandalorian actress Katee Sackhoff reveals the hilarious "catty" origin story of Bo-Katan Kryze.

During her podcast Blah Blah Blah on YouTube, she spoke with fellow Star Wars actor Sam Witwer, Sackhoff shared how Bo-Katan got her name ahead of becoming a key character in The Mandalorian and other projects. According to her, the human warrior princess and Death Watch member got her name from Anne Filoni, the wife of long-time Star Wars producer Dave Filoni, and Anne's cat, Boogie. "[Bo-Katan's] named after Anne [Filoni] and a cat. Anne's cat Boogie. [...] Which is weird because people think that it was drafted after me, and I'm like... no, no, that's Dave's wife, Anne! We just look enough alike that they could actually work," Sackhoff said.

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Catering directly to my interests, the Criterion Channel’s January lineup boasts two of my favorite things: James Gray and cats. In the former case it’s his first five features (itself a terrible reminder he only released five movies in 20 years); the latter shows felines the respect they deserve, from Kuroneko to The Long Goodbye, Tourneur’s Cat People and Mick Garris’ Sleepwalkers. Meanwhile, Ava Gardner, Bertrand Tavernier, Isabel Sandoval, Ken Russell, Juleen Compton, George Harrison’s HandMade Films, and the Sundance Film Festival get retrospectives.

Restorations of Soviet sci-fi trip Ikarie Xb 1, The Unknown, and The Music of Regret stream, as does the recent Plan 75. January’s Criterion Editions are Inside Llewyn Davis, Farewell Amor, The Incredible Shrinking Man, and (most intriguingly) the long-out-of-print The Man Who Fell to Earth, Blu-rays of which go for hundreds of dollars.

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The Mandalorian season 3 raises questions about Din Djarin's backstory, particularly regarding his origin and childhood, which have remained a mystery thus far. Despite being raised on Concordia and never having been to Mandalore, Din reveals that his family name was stored on Mandalore, emphasizing its significance and raising questions about why it would be there. The explanation for this could be that Din simplifies the idea for others by generalizing Concordia as Mandalore, as they may not understand the cultural significance. Alternatively, it's possible that the Children of the Watch had communication with Mandalore and stored vital information there. Hopefully, future seasons will provide more clarity.

One key detail revealed in The Mandalorian season 1 has become nonsensical after season 3, and it concerns the backstory of Pedro Pascal's Din Djarin. Despite being the titular character of the first live-action Star Wars TV show, not much has been revealed yet about Din's backstory,...

The Armorer's origin and Mandalorian history remain a mystery, leading to several theories about her character, including her potential connection to Darth Maul and the Mandalorians' dispute with the Jedi. The Armorer's role as a Guardian and her ability to craft Mandalorian steel with a "supernatural quality" suggests a strong connection to the Force and its calming energy. The Armorer exhibits precognitive abilities, seeming to sense what will happen next and guiding Din Djarin on his quest for redemption, which further suggests her Force sensitivity and mystical nature.

Emily Swallow's the Armorer has been the leader of Pedro Pascal's Din Djarin's Mandalorian tribe since the debut of The Mandalorian, and this Star Wars theory suggests there's more to the mystery that continues to shroud her character. She's now one of the few notable Children of the Watch members who hasn't been given a name, as both Din and...

Bo-Katan's impressive cosplay captures her essence as a warrior, showcasing her shiny but battle-worn Mandalorian armor and iconic accessories. Bo-Katan's complicated history and ties to the Death Watch initially cast her as an antagonist, but her tragic past fuels her growth and understanding of what she values. Bo-Katan's arc in The Mandalorian season 3 fleshes out her commitment to Mandalore's traditional heritage and ultimately unites Mandalore as a hero, highlighting the theme of forgiveness and redemption in Star Wars.

One cosplay has perfectly captured the essence of The Mandalorian warrior Bo-Katan. Though her initial introduction to the world of Star Wars was as a minor character, Bo-Katan has quickly grabbed the attention of fans of all ages with her complex backstory and status as a mighty warrior. Following several devastating losses, Bo-Katan finally triumphed, ascending to the Mandalorian throne.

Creator geekchic51 took to Instagram to share her Bo-Katan Kryze cosplay, sharing excitement for the project.

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Ahsoka episode 5 introduces Darth Maul's Mandalorian super commandos in live-action, showcasing their distinctive horned helmets and violent design. The Siege of Mandalore, depicted in Ahsoka's flashback, saw Maul losing control of Mandalore after facing opposition from Bo-Katan and Ahsoka. The appearance of Mandalorian super commandos in Ahsoka episode 5 is significant, as it marks the first time they have been shown in live-action and suggests that future appearances may be limited due to their short-lived existence and subsequent transition to Imperial super commandos.

In a surprise flashback in Ahsoka episode 5, showrunner Dave Filoni brought Darth Maul’s Mandalorian super commandos into live-action. Maul’s super commandos originally debuted in Star Wars: The Clone Wars season 5, over 10 years ago in 2013. With their heavily horned helmets and painted designs, Maul’s super commandos are easily some of the coolest-looking Mandalorians across any Star Wars media.

Bo-Katan Kryze spent years of her life believing she was a failure. The fall of Mandalore left her aimless, homeless, and hopeless. When the Empire destroyed the planet's central city in retaliation, Bo-Katan lost everything -- including possession of the Darksaber. The Mandalorian revealed that the former planetary leader didn't actually fail when her world was destroyed. Instead, she sacrificed everything to save her people. This is not the most tragic part of the story, however. The true tragedy lies in what Bo-Katan surrendered -- and it's what makes her one of the greatest heroes in Mandalore's history.

On the Night of a Thousand Tears, losing the Darksaber didn't just strip Bo-Katan of her right to lead Mandalore. Moff Gideon claiming the blade for himself revoked Bo's ability to keep an important promise -- the declaration that she would lead Mandalore not just for the good of her people, but also to avenge her sister,...

Ahsoka Tano has had romantic connections with Lux Bonteri and Kaeden Larte, but due to circumstances and their involvement in the war, the relationships didn't work out. Ahsoka's tough stance on attachments is evident in her refusal to train Grogu, emphasizing the vulnerability they can create. While it's possible for Jedi to be in romantic relationships, Ahsoka's focus on doing good may mean she never finds a love interest, similar to Gandalf in Lord of the Rings.

As Ahsoka Tano told her Jedi apprentice, Sabine Wren, in the premiere episodes of her eponymous show, Ahsoka, there is nothing easy about being a Jedi. The life of a Jedi demands a great deal of self-sacrifice, asking people to give up their desires to focus on serving something greater than themselves. While this philosophy has been heavily criticized in the West, which has traditionally leaned more toward individualism, the Eastern-influenced philosophy...

Where to Watch Powered by Bo-Katan's story in The Mandalorian season 3 was set up by creator Dave Filoni 10 years ago, showing his long-term vision for the character. Filoni developed a backstory for Bo-Katan, including her relationship with her sister Satine and her father, which was finally referenced in The Mandalorian. Filoni's original plans for Bo-Katan, including her live-action portrayal, came to fruition in The Mandalorian season 3, showcasing his long-standing vision for the character.

Bo-Katan Kryze's The Mandalorian season 3 was set up 10 years ago by creator Dave Filoni. Initially conceived as a female Mandalorian Death Watch warrior, Bo-Katan was given more prominence in Star Wars: The Clone Wars season 5. Filoni elected to make her the sister of Duchess Satine Kryze, a very different origin for Bo-Katan than what George Lucas planned. By the time the show had been completely mapped out, Bo-Katan was a central figure in the final arc,...

Ahsoka Tano and Bo-Katan Kryze formed an unlikely alliance in the Siege of Mandalore, showcasing their shared history and development as characters throughout The Clone Wars series. The Siege of Mandalore was the final battle in The Clone Wars, and it set the stage for the last four episodes of the show's seventh season, focusing on Ahsoka and Mandalore. This artwork combines elements from Ahsoka's animated design and Rosario Dawson's live-action portrayal, as well as Bo-Katan's animated appearance with the armor worn by Katee Sackhoff in The Mandalorian season 3.

Bo-Katan Kryze and Ahsoka Tano race to Mandalore’s surface in incredible Star Wars: The Clone Wars art. Ahsoka and Bo-Katan have an important shared history in the Clone Wars, going from enemies in “A Friend in Need” to allies during the Siege of Mandalore arc. In addition, Ahsoka and Bo-Katan both debuted in live-action during The Mandalorian season 2.

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The Mandalorian warrior Pre Vizsla is set to join Hasbro's Star Wars: The Black Series.

Hasbro has unveiled the upcoming premium 6-inch Star Wars: The Black Series Pre Vizsla figure, which is inspired by the character's appearance in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. In the fan-favorite animated series, Pre Vizsla was governor of Concordia, a moon of Mandalore, during the Clone Wars. However, behind closed doors, he led a secret group of commandos known as Death Watch that sought to control Mandalore. This fully articulated figure is the perfect addition to any collection, featuring premium detail and multiple points of articulation including five entertainment-inspired accessories. The figure will be available for pre-order on July 22 at 5 Pm Est at Hasbro Pulse and other major retailers.

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The Mandalorian introduced fans to a whole new corner of the Star Wars galaxy. After a plethora of films and series focusing primarily on characters or events closely tied to the Skywalker Saga, The Mandalorian was something completely different. Not only was the series set in the age of the New Republic -- an era relatively untouched by the Star Wars films -- but it introduced a protagonist who was far removed from the events of the films.

Din Djarin was a Mandalorian foundling, who grew up in the relative isolation of his tribe's covert. This has repeatedly been made clear in The Mandalorian, which sees Din encountering characters and elements of the Star Wars universe that may be familiar to fans, but that are alien to him. Some fans have joked that he doesn't seem to realize he's in Star Wars. But given what has been revealed of Din's background,...

While the 1970s was known as a wild, bold, experimental time in modern cinema—which extended to all genres, including science fiction—the 1980s were best known for… well, we don’t know what, exactly. The rise of the erotic thriller, the action superstar, and cookie-cutter safe high-concept star vehicles, perhaps? As for sci-fi, the decade was marked by both undisputed blockbusters, including the Star Wars and Star Trek sequels, Aliens, and E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial, as well as some inarguable classics like The Thing, Tron, and Blade Runner. Intriguingly, the more risky ones needed years to find their audience and critical acclaim.

At the same time, sci-fi began to rely less on literary adaptations of the previous decade and more on crossing its streams with other genres, like horror, the Western, and the action thriller—making somewhat of a turn away from the idea-driven films that had come before.

Bo-Katan Kryze becomes the new leader of the Mandalorian clans in The Mandalorian season 3, but she has never truly been a hero. Kryze has had many appearances throughout the Star Wars franchise’s television shows, debuting in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, playing a prominent role in Star Wars Rebels, and becoming one of the lead characters of The Mandalorian. Despite the latter two shows depicting her as a heroic character, she began as an extremist willing to kill or betray anybody - but she never received a proper redemption arc, nor did her ultimate motivation significantly change. The Star Wars franchise has plenty of heroic characters with unscrupulous pasts, yet Kryze has only just begun to undergo such character development.

Star Wars has always employed broad archetypes of good and evil, yet despite its seemingly binary nature, there is plenty of nuance. Darth Vader may be a dark sorcerer...

Since the Mandalorians first settled their place in Star Wars, they've been no strangers to hardship. Despite overcoming the Mythosaur of their home world and several wars with the Jedi Order, nothing was near as devastating to the people of Mandalore as the disastrous manipulations of the Sith Lords Darth Maul and Emperor Palpatine. Throughout the latter half of The Clone Wars, Mandalore became a volatile site of constant power struggles and vicious infighting that only worsened with the involvement of the Sith. With both of them using the planet and its people to their own gain, Mandalore became unrecognizable by the time Maul and Palpatine were through with it.

Though Palpatine always likely had his eye on the Mandalorians, Maul's interest in the planet and its politics didn't begin until his unlikely involvement with Pre Vizsla, another of Mandalore's worst malefactors. Vizsla inducted Maul and Savage Opress into their insurrectionist sect Death Watch,...

Katee Sackhoff has a good idea of who should play a live-action Satine on The Mandalorian.

While appearing on the Steve Varley Show, Sackhoff revealed her interest in casting Cate Blanchett as Bo-Katan Kryze's late sister and Duchess of Mandalore from Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Despite having no idea whether a Bo-Katan/Satine interaction will happen, Sackhoff joked that much of this is up to Mandalorian co-showrunner Dave Filoni, stating, "That's the cool thing about Filoni is that he already has all the answers to all of this stuff. It's just a matter of whether or not I get to be privy to it or not." She then added, "I wish that we could talk about Satine, you know. I think Cate Blanchett would be amazing."

Related: Why The Mandalorian Should Acknowledge Bo-Katan's Sister, Duchess Satine Kryze

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Fans of Star Wars probably recognize the Mandalorian armor easily. The Mandalorians are a pretty interesting faction in the galaxy, with a few members being recognizable. While fans of the series can learn about the faction through shows and books, some information fans might not know about Legends.

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A few Mandalorians are no longer canon, instead of being replaced with new stories. A few of the old characters might have been around way before the start of the Prequel trilogy, while others may have interacted with familiar faces. Since they've been removed from Star Wars canon, they might have been forgotten by the series' fans.

Updated on May 3rd, 2023 by David Giatras: With the continued success of The Mandalorian on Disney+, fans are starting to go back and find other stories about Mandalorians. With season 3 recently wrapped up, fans will...

The Mandalorian star Emily Swallow reacted to fans apologizing for doubting The Armorer.

The actor, who has played the master Beskarsmith since the first season of the Star Wars spinoff, took to Twitter to respond to enthusiasts expressing shame over their Season 3 assumptions. Towards the concluding moments of the latest arc, many believed the Armorer was secretly a spy for the Empire and was working against Din Djarin, Bo-Katan and the other Mandalorians working to restore their home planet. These theories ultimately proved fruitless, prompting Swallow to say that she's "not mad," just disappointed that fans assumed the worst of The Armorer.

Related: The Mandalorian: Who Are Moff Gideon's Super Commandos?

I'm not mad. Just disappointed. https://t.co/OTNNJJmZKO — emily swallow (@bigEswallz) April 25, 2023

While The Armorer maintained her allegiances throughout The Mandalorian Season 3, audiences were able to get a little more insight into the person underneath the helmet.

This article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3.Much of The Mandalorian has centered on the Darksaber, the ancient blade of Mandalorian leadership. Star Wars viewers are used to lightsabers that are blue and green, with occasional exceptions such as Mace Windu's purple blade. But the Darksaber is one of the most unusual blades to date, characterized by its shimmering ebony blade. It was introduced in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, resurfaced as an important plot point in Star Wars Rebels, and has met its ultimate fate in The Mandalorian season 3.

There are still many mysteries surrounding the Darksaber. Given the Darksaber's destruction at the hands of Moff Gideon, it's actually possible Star Wars will never answer these questions. With that being said, though, it is still possible to figure out a lot of what makes the Darksaber unique - and why it has some properties unlike any other known lightsaber.

The Star Wars franchise has featured several Mandalorian characters in canon, with each one belonging to their own unique clan, house, or group. Mandalorians may all wear beskar armor, but that doesn't mean they're all the same, as indicated by their unique symbols and coloring. Each faction has its own history and ideals it strives towards, and Mandalore has a long history of clans fighting against each other. This theme has continued throughout The Mandalorian, with Din Djarin discovering that he's just one of many different kinds of Mandalorians, and Bo-Katan recognized that every clan would be stronger together.

These different Mandalorian factions create a vibrant society that grows and evolves through each era of Star Wars canon. From the Mandalorian Civil Wars to the rebellion against the Empire, each Mandalorian clan has played a different role, adapting to new circumstances and changing loyalties as needed. The amount of variety...

Warning! This article contains Spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3, episode 7.

A theory surrounding Giancarlo Esposito's Moff Gideon from The Mandalorian claims the Imperial villain has a game-changing heritage. Throughout much of The Mandalorian, Moff Gideon's past has remained a mystery. Aside from the details about the Great Purge of Mandalore and Gideon's feud with Katee Sackhoff's Bo-Katan Kryze, not a lot has been revealed in regard to Gideon's backstory.

While it is evident Gideon has an ongoing rivalry with the Mandalorians, large portions of his plans and history have been left in the dark. The Mandalorian season 3, episode 7's introduction of an Imperial Shadow Council for Star Wars certainly shed some light on Gideon's plans, though his past remains vague, to say the least. That being said, one The Mandalorian theory outlines the potential heritage for Moff Gideon in what would be sure to provide a shocking,...

Warning! This article contains Spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3, episode 7.

The Mandalorian season 3 continues to feature the Armorer as a respected leader, but a terrifying Star Wars theory suggests that she's actually a traitor. Furthermore, this theory claims that the Armorer is an Imperial spy, working with the very people she's always claimed to fight against. While this theory seems impossible at first, there's actually quite a bit of evidence upon closer inspection, especially in The Mandalorian season 3, episode 7 "The Spies." This episode was rife with new revelations, and a few key moments and pieces of information support the idea that the Armorer is a traitor to the Mandalorians.

The Armorer has been something of an enigma since she first appeared in The Mandalorian season 1, episode 1 "The Mandalorian." The Armorer's position in Mandalorian society means she knows more of its history than anyone in her convert, yet she herself is surrounded by mystery,...

"The Mandalorian" season 3 penultimate, episode, "The Spies," finally gathers factions of Mandalorians to retake their home planet of Mandalore. This rattles Moff Gideon (Giancarlo Esposito) because if conflicting Mandalorian factions are organizing instead of remaining divided, then they will be a force to reckon with.

The titular Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal) hails from a significant faction: The Children of the Watch. Throughout "The Mandalorian," he has loyally served the sect that rescued him from a Separatist army on his home planet and raised him on Concordia. He based his virtues on their creed: raise foundlings with care, protect his fellow Mandalorian, and keep his helmet on. As his counselor and chieftain, the cryptic Armorer (Emily Swallow) often tested him on his relationship to his Mandalorian piety, counseled him with answers, and forged his beskar armor and weaponry.

In "The Spies," the Armorer is at the receiving end of an important...

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As we dust off our best beskar armor and head to the Great Forge on Mandalore, The Mandalorian is poised to deliver the biggest finale of the show’s three-season run. More than just the inevitable battle between Moff Gideon and Bo-Katan Kryze — presumably with the latter riding in on a Mythosaur, right? — fans are also predicting a villainous reveal that would rock Mandalore to its core.

Since her arrival in The Mandalorian premiere, Emily Swallow’s stoic Armorer has become a staple of the series despite never revealing her face or true name. While there have been plenty of theories about which famed Mandalorian is presumably hiding under the majestic horned helmet, “The Spies” might’ve just set up an Armorer twist for the ages.

As a quick refresher, “The Spies” featured the Armorer’s covert and Bo-Katan’s forces journeying...

This post contains spoilers for "Star Wars: The Mandalorian" Chapter 23 - "The Spies"

In episode after episode of "The Mandalorian," characters come and go, and sometimes they die. Sometimes those sacrifices mean a lot and sometimes they're almost played for a laugh. But the major death at the end of this episode was definitely not played for a laugh; it had a gravitas to it that was almost unexpected when you consider the origins of the character. But this loss has been building through this entire season and even back into "The Book of Boba Fett," and it's now time to honor one of the great unsung heroes of "The Mandalorian": Paz Vizsla.

Paz Vizsla's Development

Over the course of three seasons of "The Mandalorian" and his small but vital appearance in "The Book of Boba Fett," Paz Vizsla (voiced by series creatorJon Favreau) has become an important character...

If there's one thing the Naboo Queen-Senator Padmé Amidala has taught us in the "Star Wars" galaxy, you're not a true politician unless you're worthy of the fashion runway. Her iconic prequel trilogy wardrobe blazed a fashion trail for her fellow galactic politicians — and cosplayers at Star Wars Celebration.

"The Mandalorian" season 3 continues Padmé's fashionista legacy by introducing a regentess played by singer Lizzo (who herself graces the concert stage as a dancing and flute-playing fashion icon). In season 3, episode 6 "Guns for Hire," Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal), his adorable foundling Grogu, and Lady Bo-Katan Kryze (Katee Sackhoff) venture to Plazir-15 where they are greeted by its lavish regents, the Duchess and Captain Bombardier (Jack Black). The Mandalorians — save for the enchanted Grogu — find themselves weirded out by the upper-crust atmosphere and out of place in their beskar armor.

If you were shocked by the "Star Wars" casting of Lizzo...

This post contains spoilers for "The Mandalorian" season 3, episode 6, "Guns for Hire."

One of the single biggest questions coming out of the second season of "The Mandalorian" was how the ownership of the Darksaber would shake out. The Darksaber itself is the blade of a Mandalorian Jedi, Tarre Vizsla, built centuries ago. Tarre Vizsla was the first Mandalorian Jedi and had a place of respect in the Mandalorian culture. When he died, the Jedi kept his blade — the unique, black-bladed Darksaber — in their temple. Later, the Mandalorians broke in and took it back.

The blade itself got passed down among the leaders of Mandalore. It was said that the leadership of Mandalore and ownership of the Darksaber had to be taken in open combat, but that tradition ended with the installation of the government of Duchess Satine Kryze. She worked to put the warrior past of Mandalore behind them.

The...

From animation to live-action, the Mandalorian known as Bo-Katan Kryze (both iterations played by Katee Sackhoff) has gone through a messy redemption quest. Perhaps "redemption" may be too generous of a word. Kryze is a woman of many facets: extremist warmonger, attempted savior of Mandalore, violator of Mandalorian treaties by teaming up with the Republic military, (apparent) rightful wielder of the Darksaber, and now a guest member of a Mandalorian cult. 

Bo-Katan walked many convoluted and compelling paths in the name of liberating her shattered Mandalore homeworld. Like the symbol of the Darksaber, Bo-Katan's idea of liberating and leading Mandalore has assumed many shapes, some unsavory and some noble, but always shaded by gray morality. The most recent chapter of "The Mandalorian, "The Pirate," steers Bo-Katan back into the higher calling of unifying Mandalore, but in a way that also belies the atrocities of her past allegiances.

In season 3, episode 3 of "The Mandalorian,...

Warning! This article contains Spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3, episode 5.The Mandalorian season 3, episode 5 "Chapter 21 - The Pirate” featured an unmasked Bo-Katan Kryze once more. After being redeemed in the Living Waters on Mandalore, it seemed as if Bo-Katan planned to join Din Djarin’s covert and follow the old Way of Mandalore. In The Mandalorian season 3, episode 4, Bo-Katan proved her worth to the covert by saving Paz Vizsla’s son, Ragnar, from a large raptor. Not only did she learn the Children of the Watch's ways, but she earned their respect as a Mandalorian.

Toward the end of The Mandalorian season 3, episode 5, the Armorer shockingly asks Bo-Katan to remove her helmet. At first, it seems like such an action would throw away Bo-Katan’s redefined relationship with the Mandalorian covert, since she would become an apostate for having shown her face - yet the Armorer insists. Despite her reservations,...

Warning! This article contains Spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3, episode 4.

Bo-Katan has stolen Din Djarin’s Mandalorian story in a surprising, yet exciting The Mandalorian character arc. Introduced in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Bo-Katan Kryze (Katee Sackhoff) made the jump to live-action in The Mandalorian season 2 and has become an essential part of the show ever since. Now, as The Mandalorian momentarily shifts its focus to Bo-Katan, hers and Din's (Pedro Pascal) journeys become more unpredictable.

Going into The Mandalorian season 3, it seemed like Bo-Katan would be an antagonist in Din Djarin’s story. The fact that Bo-Katan lost her allies and fleet somewhere between The Mandalorian season 2’s ending and season 3’s premiere added to the idea that Bo would become a villain. Fortunately, Star Wars is taking Bo-Katan’s Mandalorian story in a much more promising direction.

Bo-Katan Is Becoming The Mandalorians' Potential Leader

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Warning! This post contains Spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3, episode 4Katee Sackhoff's Bo-Katan Kryze makes an important decision about the Mythosaur she saw in The Mandalorian season 3, episode 4. Mandalorians are never safe, even when they're part of a covert; the remote locations they tend to hide in mean they're subject to predators. Bo-Katan Kryze was already well aware of this truth, and it is reinforced in The Mandalorian season 3, episode 4, when she participates in a rescue mission after a Foundling is taken by a raptor.

This rescue mission serves as something of a bonding exercise for the Mandalorians, with Bo-Katan realizing she truly is accepted among the Children of the Watch - given she led the mission. Bo-Katan's armor was damaged during the rescue, and she is honored for her victory by receiving a new piece of armor forged by Emily Swallow's Armorer. Bo-Katan chooses to honor the Mythosaur...

Warning! This post contains Spoilers for The Mandalorian Season 3, episode 3An important location from Star Wars: The Clone Wars Clone Wars locale has made its way to live-action thanks to The Mandalorian season 3, carrying a secret tie to one of Bo-Katan's major Mandalorian twists. Although The Mandalorian season 3, episode 3 takes a detour with a subplot on Coruscant, there are still connections to Bo-Katan and her family history, particularly regarding her sister Satine, Mandalore's former Duchess and past love interest of Obi-Wan Kenobi. As such, there's some key irony at play with this episode and its depiction of Coruscant's Monument Plaza.

The Mandalorian season 3, episode 3 took viewers on something of a side journey, focusing on the fate of Omid Abtahi's Dr. Pershing. It reveals he was taken to Coruscant and accepted into the New Republic's Amnesty Program, and he even got to play tourist for a while, courtesy of fellow...

This post contains spoilers for "The Mandalorian" season 3, episode 3, "The Convert."

Lady Bo-Katan Kryze has stood on many sides of Mandalore. She began her life in the royal family and watched her father die to protect Mandalore. Later, she joined up with Death Watch, opposing her sister, the Duchess Satine Kryze, and her pacifist ways. When she saw the corruption inside of Death Watch led by Maul, she left and sought to reunite Mandalore once again. She then rallied the Mandalorians, along with Ahsoka Tano and elements of the 501st clone legion, to take back the planet from the clutches of the former Sith warrior, only to watch the Empire take over and install their own puppet in her place.

For years, Bo-Katan continued to seek a way to reunite Mandalore. Finally, the answer was given to her by Sabine Wren in the form of the Darksaber. Bringing the Mandalorians together again,...

Warning! This article contains spoilers for The Mandalorian season 3, episode 3.The Mandalorian season 3, episode 3 provides a plethora of references, hidden details, and broader Star Wars Easter eggs. With The Mandalorian season 3, episode 3 serving as the show's longest to date, the increase in runtime - which clocked in at 59 minutes including credits - allowed for various Easter eggs to be presented. It was an unusual episode, taking viewers across the galaxy from Mandalore to Coruscant, and allowing audiences a chance to see how the Star Wars galaxy has changed since the days of the Empire.

The episode, entitled "Chapter 19: The Convert," largely followed Omid Abtahi's Dr. Pershing - an Imperial scientist captured in The Mandalorian season 2. Pershing was manipulated by Elia Kane, with tragic results. Meanwhile, on the Outer Rim, Din Djarin and Bo-Katan Kryze dealt with the consequences of their redemption. These two plots gave The Mandalorian season 3, episode 3 a strangely disjointed feel,...

Orange Studio has signed a two-year distribution deal with the aggregation company Under The Milky Way. The pact will allow the outfit to handle the distribution of titles from Orange Studio’s library across English-speaking territories as well as Latin America on transactional VOD services such as Amazon, PlutoTV, Roku and Tubi.

The first films which are part of the deal are Philipe Lacheau’s “City Hunter,” Olivier Nakache et Eric Toledano’s “Tellement Proches,” Riad Sattouf’s “Beaux gosses,” Bertrand Tavernier’s “Death Watch” (pictured), and Bertrand Blier’s “Going Places.”

“This new partnership with Under The Milky Way will give us the opportunity to increase the international visibility of our films and reach new audiences on VOD services that are currently booming,” said Kristina Zimmermann, managing director of Orange Studio.

Alexis de Rendinger, the co-founder of Under The Milky Way, said this deal with Orange Studio will give...