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Geek Tyrant
5 days ago
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- Geek Tyrant
Death Star Detail in ROGUE ONE Makes Alderaan's Destruction in NEW HOPE Even More Devestating For Princess Liea — GeekTyrant
Star Wars fans are always rewatching, reanalyzing, and recontextualizing the films and shows in the franchise. Thanks to Andor and a fresh look at Rogue One , one specific connection has started to sting a little more, specifically a new perspective on Princess Leia's reaction to Alderaan's destruction in A New Hope . On Reddit, a fan recently pointed out something that many of us might not have considered, and now it's hard to unsee. Leia wasn't unfamiliar with what the Death Star could do when Tarkin ordered the obliteration of her home planet, but what she saw still shattered her. The post reads: "In A New Hope, when Leia is forced to watch Alderaan be destroyed, she reacts with horror and surprise (valid reaction).' It goes on: "But there's a second part to this I never realized until I just watched Rogue One again. She was present at Scarif. She saw the effects of the Death Star there. 'She was not present at Jedha, but I'm sure she heard of the aftermath. So in her mind, as Tarkin gives the order, she's expecting a big explosion on the surface and a lot of people to die. 'And then her entire planet just vaporizes in a second, right before her eyes. Completely subverting not just her expectations, but the Rebellion's." That's the gut punch. Leia knew it was coming, but she just didn't know how bad it was going to be. In Rogue One , Leia is nearby when Scarif is hit by the Death Star, watching the fallout from a distance just after the plans are transmitted aboard the Tantive IV. That moment, along with the wreckage at Jedha, gave the Rebellion a preview of the weapon's destructive force. But Alderaan's destruction wasn't just a tactical display, it was personal. And the weapon wasn't just killing people this time, it was wiping out Leia's past, her culture, and her entire planet in an instant. One fan also noted the stark contrast in how the destruction is shown: "It's wild to go from the drama of Rogue One showing the Death Star looming over Jedha and Scarif, people reacting from the ground, detailed, up-close destruction of the planets' crust rending apart as the music swells… to Alderaan instantly turning into a stock footage explosion that the camera only lingers on for about four seconds with almost no fanfare." Sure, some of that difference is technical limitations. A New Hope was made in 1977 and Rogue One in 2016, but the emotional difference is amplified when you watch in story order. In Rogue One , the destruction feels colossal and terrifying. By the time we get to Alderaan in A New Hope , the horror is quieter, but for Leia, now seen in a new light, it's far more devastating. With Andor recently filling in more about the construction of the Death Star and the origins of the Rebellion, this small but interesting connection just adds another layer to Leia's story.
Geek Tyrant
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Geek Tyrant
A Princess Leia Cameo Was Considered for ANDOR Season 2 but It 'Became a Distraction' — GeekTyrant
Andor has cemented itself as the crown jewel of Disney+'s Star Wars lineup. With strong writing, storytelling, and political intrigue, fans can't stop talking about the series and how it came to a close. We are now learning that that a Princess Leia cameo was discussed and considered for Season 2! In a recent interview with ScreenRant, Andor showrunner Tony Gilroy revealed that early in the development of Season 2, there were discussions about bringing Leia Organa into the fold. She wouldn't have been included as a major character, but more like a subtle inclusion, but it never made it past the drawing board. Gilroy said: "There were some conversations early on, there was much to be made. This is in the sketching stage. This is in the really soggy beginning, trying to figure out what to do because trying to figure out, I was trying to make that Investiture Week I idea. 'I was trying to get the most out of that investiture week and those parties, and we have Alden's party now… and we're making a thing out of it. And we were trying to find out on the timeline where she would be in the Senate." Leia did appear briefly in Rogue One , the film Andor directly leads into. There, she was portrayed by actress Ingvild Deila with Carrie Fisher's likeness digitally superimposed using VFX. She only had one word of dialogue… 'Hope'. So, a Leia appearance in Andor could've made narrative sense. But Gilroy made it clear that logic doesn't always equal good storytelling. He said: 'There were some nutrients for a scene between her and Mothma that if she was going there at 16 and Mothma had gone to the Senate when she was 16, there was some basic cool things for a scene, but it never got past that, and it never went to the casting stage, or it never got more real than that. 'I remember talking to Kathy [Kennedy] about it and talking to Pablo [Hidalgo] about it, but it never got traction, and then it became a distraction.' While it would've been interesting to see Leia show up, I can see how it would've been a distraction. Season 2 currently sits at a near-perfect 98% on Rotten Tomatoes, with Season 1 right behind at 96%. That makes it the best-reviewed Star Wars live-action series to date. Gilroy and his team clearly had a vision, and while the temptation to tie in more legacy characters must have been strong, Andor 's strength has always been in its restraint. It didn't need the familiar faces to tell a powerful story, it carved its own path, even if that meant turning down the opportunity to include Princess Leia.
Digital Trends
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Digital Trends
All Fortnite Star Wars weapons and how to get them
Fortnite released its much anticipated Galactic Battle mini season transforming the battle royale island into a Star Wars universe. Running until June 7, this mini-season immerses players in an Imperial invasion, complete with new POIs, vehicles like TIE Fighters and X-Wings, and a Galactic Battle Pass full with iconic characters and cosmetic items. Fans have embraced the season's laser-fueled fury, with blasters replacing traditional weaponry and lightsabers adding a combat twist. The season began with server downtime for patch 35.00, which included a completely new energy-based loot pool, a first for Fortnite. Live events such as Mandalorian Rising and Death Star Sabotage promise enormous storylines, while NPCs like as Luke Skywalker and Leia Organa provide quests and unlocked goods. Recommended Videos The first significant update, Pull of the Force, arrived on May 8, enhancing the action with new content. Darth Maul and Mace Windu, holographic teachers, now provide formidable lightsabers as well as new Force skills like as Force Pull and Force Throw, altering combat dynamics. However, if you're wondering about the blaster based weapons this season, here's how to get all of them. How to get all Fortnite Star Wars weapons Fortnite Galactic Battle has completely replaced the loot pool with laser weapons with unlimited ammo, with hitscan. You can find these weapons in regular chests, rare chests or even ground loot. You can also eliminate Clone Troopers or Stormtroopers to get their weapons. Here are all the weapons you can find on the island: Reliable DL-44 Blaster Pistol Heavy CR-2 Blaster (an SMG!) Close-range ACP Scatter Blaster and BARM-ST12 Scatter Blaster (Shotguns) Close-to-medium range DLT-19 Blaster Rifle Long-range IQA-11 Marksman Blaster Rifle All-purpose A280-CFE Blaster Rifle (unvaulted) Highly accurate DC-15 Heavy Blaster Rifle (unvaulted) Empire standard Issue E-11 Blaster (unvaulted) First Order standard issue F-11 Blaster Thermal Imploder (Grenade) In addition to the weapons above, more are joining the island in future updates. Here's a full list: Wookiee Bowcaster (Releases on May 15) CA-87 Jawa Scatter Blaster (Releases on May 15) Amban Sniper Rifle (Releases on May 22) WESTAR-34 Blaster Pistols (Releases on May 22) You can also claim two Mythic weapons in the game from the island by defeating the Shogun X boss and the Captain Phasma boss, alongwith their medallions. Land on the rift island and defeat the Shogun X boss to grab the mythic DL-44 Blaster Pistol and his medallion. Furthermore, land on the First Order Base and defeat Captain Phasma to grab the mythic Captain Phasma's F-11D Blaster and Phasma's Blaster Medallion. The Phasma's Blaster Medallion extends how long it takes a blaster weapon to overheat, and reduces its cooldown.
