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A lifelong Star Wars geek, his earliest memories are playing with Kenner action figures while watching the Original Trilogy on VHS. Aside from keeping up with the latest Star Wars content, he enjoys living out his own Star Wars story at Galaxy's Edge East.
Rooks is passionate about cooking and loves discussing and occasionally writing about food, beer, and cocktails. Never far from his emotional support laptop, you can often find him hammering out words at local coffee shops or breweries around Orlando.
His other interests include starting a new hobby every week, watching old Columbo episodes, and avoiding folding the laundry. Aside from Star Wars, his fandoms include the MCU, Harry Potter, Battlestar Galactica, and the Lord of the Rings.
Have you heard of the Mandoverse? A popular term used by news media and some fans, it is used to describe the Dinsey+ Star Wars shows related to The Mandalorian. From its origins to everything that is included, here is what you need to know about the Mandoverse.
Instead of counting down to midnight by watching a ball drop, celebrate with some of the most climatic moments in Star Wars. From the destruction of the Death Star to Order 66 to Palpatine’s final demise, here is exactly when to press play to ring in the new year with your favorite Star Wars moments.
Everyone knows the original Star Wars movie came out before the book, right? Perhaps surprisingly, the novelization actually came out more than six months before the movie. George Lucas always envisioned the story as a movie, but the book came out first because of production delays. Here is why the book came out first.
Yoda, Yaddle, and Grogu are powerful Force users, but the name of their species is unknown. While there is no official name, most people call it “Yoda’s species.” However, some fans refer to Yoda as a “tridactyl” because of his three fingers. Here is what you need to know about their species.
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew is a new live-action series coming to Disney+ in 2023 or 2024. Starring Jude Law, it is a coming-of-age series similar to Amblin Entertainment classics like The Goonies. From the release date to when the series is set, here is everything we know about Skeleton Crew.
Have you heard a rumor that Disney is closing Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge permanently? You are not alone. What started as a fake bees article in February 2023 has become a trending talk topic for theme park blogs and social media influencers. Here are the reasons you keep hearing that Disney is closing Galaxy’s Edge.
Confused by the Nightsisters in Ahsoka? It’s understandable if you haven’t seen Star Wars: The Clone Wars. The Nightsisters are a coven of Force-sensitive witches. Also called the Witches of Dathomir, they control a powerful dark magick. From their origins to their relationship with the Jedi, here you should know about the Nightsisters.
Do you know what that Star Wars cantina music genre is called? Despite the popularity of the cantina band, many fans do not know what the genre is called. From cantina legend Figrin D’an to the Max Rebo Band, here is everything you need to know about the jizz cantina music style.
Wondering where Ashoka landed after falling off the cliff? Do you think Ahsoka is dead? How can she be talking with Anakin Skywalker? Whether you are a fan of Star Wars: Rebels or are new to the live-action “Mandoverse,” here is everything you need to know about the World Between Worlds in Ahsoka.
Loosely based on American Thanksgiving, Life Day is November 17 every year. Within Star Wars, Wookiees gather around the Tree of Life on Kashyyyk and celebrate family, joy, and harmony. From its origin in the Star Wars Holiday Special to how fans celebrate today, learn everything there is to know about Life Day.