How Star Wars: Episode IX Could Redefine the Skywalker Name
Star Wars fans finally know the full title of Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker. And as with any title reveal, the reaction has been somewhat mixed right out of the gate.
Taken at face value, this title could imply that Rey will discover she is, in fact, a member of the Skywalker family. This would fly against The Last Jedi's reveal that Rey is a nobody - just a humble, forgotten child of two lowly scavengers - but many have speculated Episode IX would push Rey's character arc in that direction. (There's also the possibility that the Skywalker of the title will refer to a redeemed Ben Solo, of course.)
However, we suspect there's more to this title than immediately meets the eye. It could be hinting that the word "Skywalker" is no longer just the name of one family of powerful Force users, but rather a title Rey takes on after completing her Force training. She could become a hero named Skywalker in the same way Bruce Wayne becomes Batman or Peter Parker becomes Spider-Man. The Skywalker title could even come to replace the title of Jedi.
The Mandalorian: First Images of New Speeder Bike Revealed
At Star Wars Celebration, we got an up-close look at a new Outer-Rim Speeder Bike from the upcoming Dinsey+ live-action series, The Mandalorian. Since we won't get any more concrete details about the bike and its owner until the panel on Sunday, the vehicle's appearance on the show floor is a great appetizer before the main course.
For a better look at the speeder in all of its rugged glory, check out the gallery below:
The speeder bike is a "screen-used" prop from The Mandalorian show, with a written description posted nearby:
"On the rugged frontier worlds of the galaxy, vehicles like speeder bikes endure harsh elements and are overworked with little down-time for maintenance. This Mobquet Zephyr-J model has had most of its unneeded bells and whistles stripped off to be functional above all else."
The Mandalorian: First Images of New Speeder Bike Revealed
At Star Wars Celebration, we got an up-close look at a new Outer-Rim Speeder Bike from the upcoming Dinsey+ live-action series, The Mandalorian. Since we won't get any more concrete details about the bike and its owner until the panel on Sunday, the vehicle's appearance on the show floor is a great appetizer before the main course.
For a better look at the speeder in all of its rugged glory, check out the gallery below:
The speeder bike is a "screen-used" prop from The Mandalorian show, with a written description posted nearby:
"On the rugged frontier worlds of the galaxy, vehicles like speeder bikes endure harsh elements and are overworked with little down-time for maintenance. This Mobquet Zephyr-J model has had most of its unneeded bells and whistles stripped off to be functional above all else."
Does The Force Awakens Underwater Death Star Concept Return For Episode 9?
By now you've hopefully seen the stunning and intriguing teaser trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the epic conclusion to the nine-film long Skywalker saga. The teaser ends with a shot of what appears to be a massive piece of debris lodged deep in the sea, followed by the maniacal cackle of none other than Emperor Palpatine, who was last seen being thrown down the pit of the second Death Star right before it was destroyed at the end of Return of the Jedi's intense conclusion.
Everything We Know About Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order
Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order might not be in a galaxy so far away anymore, as Respawn Entertainment's highly-anticipated Star Wars action-adventure title's debut is just over the horizon. After the cancellation of one Star Wars title and years of waiting for another single-player Star Wars video game, fans are eagerly awaiting Jedi: The Fallen Order's newly announced launch date in November 2019.
We've collected everything we know about the game so far for your viewing pleasure. From its announcement at E3 2018 to speculation surrounding potentially leaked artwork. Make sure to keep coming back as more news drops.
Rian Johnson Responds to Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Trailer
The Last Jedi director Rian Johnson has reacted to the brand new Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker’s first teaser trailer, and he’s very happy with it.
Johnson posted his reaction on Twitter, writing "I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS and I just melted back into being a happy kid. If you need me I’ll be spending the rest of the day smiling dreamily."
I LOVE EVERYTHING ABOUT THIS and I just melted back into being a happy kid. If you need me I’ll be spending the rest of the day smiling dreamily. https://t.co/z8evIBbRoA
Star Wars: Episode 9 Introduces New Droid D-0 – First Look
Get your first look at D-0, a new droid being introduced in Star Wars: Episode 9.
Described as a friend of BB-8, D-0 was created by Neal Scanlan and the creature and robotics team. Check him out below:
Luke’s Lightsaber ‘Lives’ in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
During Star Wars Celebration Chicago 2019, Daisy Ridley revealed that Luke’s lightsaber “lives” in Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and director J.J. Abrams alludes to some new force powers Rey might use in the movie.
Moderator Stephen Colbert asks Ridley, “Rey has crazy-strong force powers now, but her lightsaber’s in pieces. Is she rebuilding that lightsaber, or are we in a start-from-scratch situation here?"
Ridley responds, “My answer is not the end of the story... but the lightsaber that Rey inherited from Luke lives.” This could suggest she either rebuilds the broken saber, or as many fans have theorized, retrofits it to her own staff.
"That’s me with a stick.” - Daisy Ridley
Star Wars: Episode IX’s Official Title is The Rise of Skywalker
At Star Wars Celebration, it was revealed that Star Wars: Episode IX's official title is The Rise of Skywalker.
The title was revealed alongside a teaser trailer that ended with the return of a character we were not expecting.
Alongside the trailer, we also got our look at the first poster for Star Wars: Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker.
The reveal of the trailer and name ended the Star Wars Celebration Episode IX panel that saw director J.J. Abrams and Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy joined by the cast of The Rise of the Skywalker, including Daisy Ridley, John Boyega, Oscar Isaac, Kelly Marie Tran, Anthony Daniels, Billy Dee Williams, Joonas Suotamo, and Naomi Ackie.
Is This Mystery Star Wars Character Lando Calrissian’s Daughter?
At Star Wars Celebration Chicago, new Episode IX cast member Naomi Ackie revealed the first details about her character, Jannah, and how she fits into the storyline of the new Star Wars film.
"The original group are going on this epic, epic adventure together and I’m so excited about where Jannah crosses paths with them," Ackie teased.
Panel host Stephen Colbert pointed out that there have been rumors that Jannah could be Lando Calrissian's daughter, and Ackie didn't exactly dispel those theories with her answer: "Lando is a very charming man, so he could have children all over the universe, that’s all I’m saying," she laughed.