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Remains of the for the Lars Homestead on the Planet at, (pictured in 2010)The of the franchise features multiple. While only the feature films and selected other works are considered to the franchise since the 2012 acquisition of by, some canon planets were first named or explored in works from the non-canon, now rebranded Star Wars Legends.In the, many settings for scenes set on these planets and moons were on Earth. For example, the resort city of Canto Bight located on the planet Cantonica, seen in, was filmed in. Contents.Canon The following list names prominent planets and moons from the Star Wars films or other media.NameFirst appearanceYearMediaFictional descriptionRef.Abafar2012TV seriesA desert planet located in the Outer Rim with a completely white surface. Known as The Void, the planet is barely populated but is home to massive amounts of rhydonium, a scarce and volatile fuel.Ahch-To2015FilmOceanic planet on which has been hiding for six years, and the location of the first Temple and the Tree Library of sacred Jedi texts.Akiva2015BookJungle planet and home of and, and a primary setting in Aftermath.1977FilmForests, mountains; home planet of and the House of Organa. Destroyed by the first as punishment for involvement in the and also as a.AndoStar Wars Rebels: Head to Head2014BookA water-covered planet located in the Outer Rim, it is home to the amphibious Aqualish species and endures great turmoil during the Separatist Crisis.Anoat1980Film (mentioned)Polluted; A nearly inhospitable planet used by the Empire.:1995Video gameAtollon2016TV seriesDesert covered planet, site of Phoenix Squadron Rebel base.
Home of the spider-like hexapods known as the Krykna, and the powerful force-wielder Bendu.Batuu2017Theme parkA remote frontier outpost and old trading port2018Book1980FilmA gas planet with a thin layer of habitable atmosphere where was located. The planet's gas layers were a source of rare tibanna gas which was harvested and refined at mining complexes like Cloud City.Cantonica2017FilmAn arid planet where the resort city of Canto Bight, home of the Canto Casino and Racetrack, is located.Castilon2018TV seriesAn ocean planet located in the Outer Rim near Wild Space. Home to the aircraft refueling station Colossus, as well as a destination for racers.Cato Neimoidia:2001Short storyThe site of battles throughout the Clone Wars, notable for its 'Bridge Cities'. Also the site of Plo Koon's death during the Great Jedi Purge.2005FilmChandrila:1994BookHomeworld of, it serves as the first capital of the. Serene planet known for calm seas and rolling hills.2015BookChristophsis2008FilmDuring the Clone Wars, the Battle of Christophsis occurs here, serving as an introduction to.Concord Dawn:The Last One Standing: The Tale of Boba Fett1996Short storyHome planet of. Habitable planet that is surrounded by a large amount of debris from many vicious wars. Formerly controlled by the.2012TV series (mentioned)2016TV seriesCorellia1977Film (mentioned)Homeworld of.
An industrial planet with a strong culture of training pilots.:1995Book2018Film:1991BookCosmopolitan urban world consisting of one. Governmental center of the and later the.1999FilmCrait2017BookSmall mineral planet located in a remote section of the galaxy, its surface is covered with a layer of white salt over its red-colored soil. In Leia, Princess of Alderaan it is the location of an early Rebel Alliance outpost. Leia and her remaining Resistance forces flee there in, where they face off with the First Order.D'Qar2015FilmSite of a Resistance operations base led by General.1980FilmSwamp planet and 's residence after the fall of the Jedi.Dantooine1977Film (mentioned)Rural planet and the former site of a Rebel base.:1994BookDathomir:1994Bookwins the planet in a card game and lures there to stop her from marrying someone else, and discovers that the infamous Nightsisters live there.2011TV seriesHomeworld of the Force-sensitive Nightsisters, including. 's training ground.Devaron:1995BookForest planet with an ancient Jedi Temple.2009TV seriesEadu2016FilmRocky, mountainous planet beset by constant severe storms. Home to an Imperial weapons research facility.
Its appearance was partly inspired by the fictitious planet from the.1983FilmForest moon that the second orbits. The location of the battle between the Rebel Alliance and the Empire leading to the destruction of the second Death Star.Felucia2005FilmJungle planet teeming with plants but little animal life. Is assassinated here during the Jedi Purge.Florrum2009TV seriesSulfurous desert planet. Is the leader of a pirate gang based on the planet.2017Video gameImperial manufacturing center with large shipyards.Geonosis2002FilmRocky desert planet where are manufactured, and the site of the opening battle of the. All life on the planet is presumed destroyed by the Empire in, with two exceptions, and his offspring.
Primary construction site of the first orbital battle station. Close to Tatooine.Hosnian Prime2015FilmUrban planet and capital of the.
Destroyed by the 's.1980FilmDesolate ice planet and base for the.Iego1999Film (mentioned)A planet located on the fringes of the Outer Rim, its desert surface is covered with basaltic spires and canyons which are home to reeska, large carnivorous plants whose roots are used to create the only known cure for the deadly Blue Shadow virus, and are inhabited by flying four-winged xandu. Iego is surrounded by a 1000 moons and at least one of these, named Millius Prime, is home to a race called the Angels.2009TV seriesIlum:2001BookRemote ice planet where the crystals that focus lightsabers are mined.2012TV seriesIridonia:2000BookRumored birthplace of Darth Maul.2011TV series (mentioned)2015FilmDesert planet. Site of a 'graveyard' of ships damaged during the Battle of Jakku, the final battle between the and the Galactic Empire.Jedha2016FilmCold desert moon, and a sacred place for believers in. A source of, which are used to power and the Death Star's primary weapon. It is also the first location on which the Death Star's destructive capability is tested.Kamino2002FilmOcean planet where cloning technology is developed and the Clone Army is created and trained. Discovers that the planet is missing from the Jedi archives; it is later revealed to have been deleted as a part of ' plot to start the.1978TV filmForest planet and home of the. Also the site of one of the final battles of the.2005FilmKessel1977Film (mentioned)A mining planet which has been fought over by crime lords for its valuable Spice.
Artist's impression of, an exoplanet compared to the ice planet HothThe discovery of in the gained pace in the early 21st century. In 2015, the US space agency published an article which stated that many of the newly discovered astronomical bodies possessed scientifically confirmed properties that are similar to planets in the fictional Star Wars universe., a rocky -type planet, is said to be similar to the Star Wars planet.
Likewise, the planets and, planets discovered orbitting probably resemble the desert world. The hot, molten worlds of and are comparable to the volcanic planet Mustafar., a cold, remote exoplanet, is like the ice planet., thought by scientists to be an, is compared to the planet. According to NASA, there are also similarities to and in the real-world universe. Solar System Two non-canonical works also feature the real-life 's planets.
(1993) contains a feature, presented as a clip from a gossip column, in which a pair of are abducted by humans and taken to 'Urthha' (Earth), where they create havoc by misunderstanding human objects and food. In issue #19 of the comic series (2004), the story ' finds and in the, fleeing the Imperial Navy. They jump to without doing calculations and find themselves in the middle of our Solar System, overpassing, and while decelerating and landing in.
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It's been 32 long years since we last saw our heroes on the big screen in Return of the Jedi. 18, one of the most famous franchises - if not THE most famous franchise - in movie history is returning to theaters in the much-anticipated next chapter of their story with Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Over the next 20 weeks, we will celebrate the franchise by looking back and ranking the best, the worst, the weirdest, and the most amusing moments in Star Wars history.In the opening scene of Star Wars: A New Hope, the spaceship Tantive IV is being pursued by an Imperial Star Destroyer near Tatooine.The scene is jaw-dropping, as laser beams are fired back and forth, but the look of the spaceships and the showcase of power set the stage for one of the greatest series in motion picture history. It also establishes this as a film franchise full of awesomely designed modes of transportation.The vehicles of Star Wars, whether on land or in space, provided a unique look that influenced future science fiction films and kids of all ages. In celebration of that spirit, I decided to rank the 50 vehicles from all the Star Wars films from worst to best.Do you agree? Tell us what you think in the comments.50.
V-Wing Fighter. The Naboo N-1 Starfighter’s slick design in bright yellow might be the Italian sports car of the Star Wars Universe.
It looks like it was made of fiberglass and definitely continued the CGI look into Episode I, eliminating the “bucket of bolts,” pile-of-junk feel of the Millennium Falcon. It looks slick, absolutely, but remains a symbol of the unwelcome departure the first three episodes took from the worn design approach. This is the epitome of the slick CGI designs many fans loathe about the prequels.
Starships that look like Blackhawk helicopters without the propeller blades. With a forgettable design, the Republic Attack Gunships' main highlight was carrying Yoda to fight in Episode II with an open door.41.
Republic Attack CruiserA predecessor to the Star Destroyer, the Republic Attack Cruiser shows a similar design and focus on ship-to-ship combat. It wasn’t seen much in Episode III, and its only appearance (not including in animated form) is largely forgettable. It's basically a steppingstone to the Star Destroyer we know and love.40.
Solar SailerWhile denying all physics, the Solar Sailer was Count Dooku’s parachute ship that somehow worked in space.! Even though Count Dooku wasn't the most compelling of villains in the Star Wars Universe, at least he confused us all by leaving in this weird contraption.39. Gungan Bongo SubmarineA submarine that looks a lot like a stingray, this vehicle isn’t great when it comes to firepower but makes up for it by having streamers on the end that look like a tail. It provides an unneeded scene in which Jar Jar talks constantly and everyone in the premiere audience started to have a bad feeling about why Episode I might not have been worth staying up to midnight for.38. Flash SpeederBasically, if BMW decided to make the X-34 Landspeeder and attach a gun to it, it would look like this. Polished and probably very expensive, the Flash Speeder doesn’t look like it has much more functionality to offer than the X-34. Maybe it has a camera in the dashboard that turns on when you go in reverse, or a touchscreen radio.
Good if you have a little cash to spend.37. Gian SpeederVery similar to the Flash Speeder, but this time the guns are located on the sides and not the back.
Basically fulfills the same role but more for when you think you might be chasing people than if people are chasing you. There's a speeder for every kind of chase scene!36. Trade Federation BattleshipBasically a letter C with a dot inside it (aka the 'Death Donut'). A neat space station design, but not terribly practical. You never see it in a fight, and it basically looks like it would be murder if you’re on one end and have to meet someone on the other. Maybe a space jump across the gap? You probably wouldn’t even bother.35. Sith SpeederDoesn’t the Sith Speeder look like the training-wheels-level speeder you’d give to the person who was afraid to ride the Speeder Bike? And watching Darth Maul, the villain everyone was the most excited about in the first episode, get on that sad-looking machine was so disappointing.
He had a double lightsaber but he couldn’t hitch a ride on something cooler?34. Trade Federation Landing ShipsThese small ships with huge wingspans held the droids used to fight the Gungan in Episode I. As a transport ship they have an interesting design, since the cargo is held in the wings. The downside: They were a main player in the worst battle scene in Star Wars history.33. ETA-2 Jedi StarfighterBasically a pod with two long guns (that kind of look like a track for the pod) with two wings. The design on this seems pretty uninspired, as it looks similar to the Delta-7, just with more firepower.32.
Delta-7 Jedi StarfighterHaving the same pointy look as Imperial Starships, the Delta-7 Jedi Starfighter doesn’t stand out against the rest of the individual starfighters in Episodes I through III. The slick aerodynamics allow one to think that Obi-Wan should be able to maneuver easily, both in space and on a planet, yet the overall design doesn’t offer much excitement or enthusiasm.31.
Sebulba’s Podracer. The design of two rubber bands to big engines seems to be standard for podracers. And Sebulba’s racer, one that typically wins, would have a lot more clout if he didn’t cheat all the time. What am I saying? This is just the villain’s spaceship in a lackluster scene from a movie we all probably wish hadn't happened. Though we do dig the V-style engines.30.
Anakin’s PodracerBuilt in secret, though it seems almost impossible that anything this big could be made in secret, Anakin Skywalker's podracer was a winner all the way. While the podracing tournament became a main story piece of Star Wars Episode I, plus a subsequent videogame that followed, the Wacky Races style of the race combined with the loose gags that accompanied it make my reaction to this ship more of a frustrated shaking of the head than the thrilling white-knuckle experience that Lucas wanted.29. General Grievous’ Tsmeu-6 Wheel Bike. A diplomatic ship that was the focal point of Star Wars: A New Hope. Princess Leia used her status to steal plans of the Death Star, which set everything in motion.
Plus the fact that the ship had great escape pods that can make it all the way down to the nearby planet really proved useful. While the ship doesn't last long in A New Hope, its role in the destruction of the Death Star will always be remembered.26. Cloud CarProbably the most thought-provoking vehicles in Empire Strikes Back. Does only one person drive, and if so what do the people in the other car do? Do they navigate, and if so, shouldn’t they be in the same car?25.
Sith InfiltratorThe best vehicle from Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, the Sith Infiltrator’s sleek design looked like a more spherical version of Vader’s TIE Advanced Fighter from the back with a X-Wing fighter's profile at the front. It's like a UFO, except you just know those aliens are going to come down and kill everyone. Also, the Imperial Guard-red interior made for a rather intimidating entrance for Darth Maul as he landed on Tatooine.24. B-WingThe B-Wing might be the strangest design of all. Not the best for going in small places but excellent if you’re one of those pilots who don’t like moving much. It’s either brilliant or crazy, but it is definitely perplexing.23. Escape PodProbably the best way to get away from the Empire if you’re a droid.
The escape pod doesn’t offer much comfort in terms of room, but it can get you safely onto any nearby planet with its four thrusters. There’s also a that will take you further away if you want to go to Dagobah.22. Y-Wing FighterThe older model relative to the A-Wing and X-Wing starfighters, the Y-Wing is typically used for bombing missions and ship-to-ship fights.
It's probably not your first choice in a dogfight, but hey, it’s better than nothing.21. GR-75 Medium TransportAn excellent way to leave any planet, this clam-like design exhibits a lot of detail on the surface while leaving a lot to the imagination in terms of how the inside truly looks. Also, the breadth of the ship showcases its ability to take large quantities of items long distances. Basically a U-Haul for Star Wars, or a flying submarine.20. Mon Calamari Star CruiserA beautiful white interior, an impressive shield generator, and an ion cannon highlight the Mon Calamari Star Cruiser. Although probably not the ship you’d want to take into a trap, it can certainly provide enough strength to get out of a jam and complete the mission. Unlike an Imperial Star Destroyer, the Star Cruiser has more curves to its design.
The outcome is an impressive multifunctional ship that added to one of the most exciting parts of Return of the Jedi.19. AT-ST WalkerMore mobile than its cousin the AT-AT, the AT-ST walker could typically go where a larger, quadripedal build could not. Its design is probably more suitable for the icy planet of Hoth, though, than Endor — since it seems like they were destroyed by every booby trap the Ewoks created for them. Yet the animal image of the design, complete with eye holes, gave a face to the vehicle, an aspect of engineering that people have responded to in.18. The KhetannaIt’s not only a luxury sail barge but exactly the type of luxury sail barge that you’d find on Tatooine. The Khetanna combines the exoticism of a boat on Halong Bay with the rust and desolation of the desert planet. Without even knowing much about Jabba the Hutt, it’s exactly the type of ship you wanted him to be in.17.
TIE BomberLarger and less maneuverable than the TIE fighter, the TIE bomber made up for for its bulky size with the ability to drop bombs. Yet, sadly, we only get to see it do that once in Empire Strikes Back. Also the fact that these were in fights in which bombing definitely was a questionable strategy made one wonder.
So, in a way, if you ran out of TIE fighters and you're in a space battle, you were stuck with one of these. Good luck.16. A-Wing FighterA starship with an emphasis on speed, the A-Wing gets in and out fast.
While not as impressive in its firepower or design as the X-Wing, the speed-focused A-Wing has a couple of laser cannon on its side and is an improvement made by the Rebel Alliance between Star Wars and Return of the Jedi to strengthen their squadrons.15. SnowspeederFast is the key for these snowspeeders, as they definitely look to not have the strength to withstand much. Yet, as the terrain speeds by, it’s difficult not to want to try out one of these speedsters, dodging blasts while circling the legs of an AT-AT. With a pilot up front and a gunner in the back, the Snowspeeders are the F-15 of the Star Wars universe. Watch out, though, because, just as in Top Gun, it’s pretty easy to lose your Goose.14.
Imperial ShuttleThe Imperial Shuttle is a smart design that not only provides class in travel but also saves in space in parking lots, as its wings conveniently fold upward (plus, it had really nice lights located on the wings so you can see them while flying at night). While the front did look a little like a dustbuster, the overall design was fit for an Emperor or Darth, as it definitely had both an imposing look and a kind of luxury that separated it from the typical TIE fighter.13.
Super Star DestroyerA bigger, badass version of the Imperial Star Destroyer in the same arrowhead shape. They seem to always have Imperial Star Destroyers by them in battle, so, basically, if you see one you’re in a lot of trouble. The dreadnought size of the destroyer as well as the added lights give the Super Star Destroyer a more modern, technological feel than the Imperial Star Destroyer, and made it a fitting flagship for the Imperial fleet.12. SandcrawlerSturdy, strong, and looking like a piece of art by, the Sandcrawler’s rust and durable design are very much influenced by the desert environment of Tatooine. It acts as a homebase for the Jawas as well as a vehicle in which to collect and sell droids. The pedrail wheels, the only wheels of their kind on a vehicle in Star Wars, display the weight of such a massive structure.
Its imposing profile and mechanical look fit perfectly with the types of land vehicles encountered on Tatooine as well as the environment of such a desolate area.11. TIE InterceptorTake the typical TIE fighter and make it more awesome by putting points at the end.
This, combined with a slicker, more aggressive design, showcase that, in the time between Star Wars and Return of the Jedi, the Empire spent a lot of time with its engineers and designers, perfecting their starship capabilities (it probably gets better mileage as well). Nice to know industrial design is a focus for the Empire.10. TIE Advanced x1The personal TIE Fighter of Darth Vader. Like a typical TIE Fighter but faster, more agile, and with a greater amount of firepower. The bent hexagonal panels on the side give the design a more aggressive, intimidating look. The only reason the TIE Advanced is so low on the list is that Darth Vader needed an escort in protecting the Death Star.
If you have the best starship in the fleet plus you’re a Sith Lord, you should be able to be on your own.9. X-34 LandspeederThe Star Wars vehicle that you’d like to take for a Sunday drive, this speedy landcruiser flew over the sandy terrain so fast you wish it had a radio. This was the first land vehicle, with the exception of the Sandcrawler, that the audience encountered in Star Wars, and it set the stage for the industrial type of cruisers that inhabited the Star Wars universe.8. Speeder BikeThe coolest vehicles in Return of the Jedi, speeder bikes brought the thrill of the chase in a way of which podracers could only dream (and did it a few decades earlier, to boot). The land of Endor provided the perfect terrain, full of trees and hazards, to really show off the velocity of what may be the most fun vehicle in all the Star Wars universe. The Speeder Bike chase scene is still one of the most exciting chases in all of science fiction, and.7.
Death StarIntimidating and iconic, the Death Star is the starship with the ability to destroy planets and a suitable headquarters to the all-powerful Empire. What’s most amazing about the Death Star is the details that went into each canal and crevice of the craft, with gun outposts that guard the surface as well as a concave weapon in the image of an eye, with unimaginable power. The presence of the Death Star in both Star Wars and Return of the Jedi showcases the looming power the Empire has over the universe as well as the emphasis on the strength and control of the Dark Side.6.
AT-AT WalkersStepping their way over the planet Hoth, the AT-AT Walkers were the sci-fi tanks we’d always wanted. Sure, vehicles with wheels tend to run faster, but ones with legs are so much cooler! Plus, the animal look of the walkers (inspired by an extinct species of hornless rhinoceros) as they slowly crept to their destination foretold an impending doom that was impossible not to be impressed.
The curious thing about the walkers is, why are they invulnerable to blasters when they’re moving but, if you trip them, they can be destroyed? Also, why were they so big? Did they carry anything in their bodies? Regardless, the seemingly endless herd of AT-ATs treading through the snow to the rebel base is always an iconic image in the Star Wars universe and a highlight of the second movie.5. Imperial Star DestroyerThe gigantic Imperial Star Destroyer immediately opened the eyes of the audience of A New Hope and displayed the power of the Empire (it actually takes a full 12 seconds to show the entire ship as it passes above the camera). But as Han Solo proved, its radar system leaves a bit to be desired, and it does dump a lot of trash.
As a show of strength, though, its firepower and ability to act as a hive to a swarm of TIE fighters showcase its role as a key weapon for the Empire.4. X-Wing FighterVersatile, fast, and strong, with excellent firepower and the help of a droid, the X-Wing starfighter is the greatest weapon of the Rebel Alliance. As a counterpoint to the Empire’s TIE fighters, X-Wings displayed a more agile design, with the ability to open their wings and go into attack mode. The World War II dogfight feel of the X-Wing vs. TIE Fighter battle in A New Hope has been replicated frequently in videogames and makes it one of the best battle scenes in all of the Star Wars movies.3.
TIE FighterA simple design of a ball cockpit in between two hexagonal panels emblazoned itself in our imaginations, and later spawned many variations, including the TIE Bomber, the TIE Advanced, and the TIE Interceptor. Imposing yet easy to destroy, TIE fighters came out in swarms, attacking from all angles. They have a similar design to the Slave One, in which the pilot gets an up-front view of the action, but the tendency to crash makes one question the agility of the fighter.2. Slave IThe greatest ship for the best supporting role in the Star Wars universe: Boba Fett. The design is genius, as Slave One puts the captain right in the forefront with the ability to shoot directly at its enemy while standing, looking at him. It’s a perfect one-man ship for a warrior or bounty hunter.
Plus, it has enough room in the cargo hold to carry someone if they’re frozen in carbonite.1. Millennium FalconOther than having perpetual trouble with light speed, the Millennium Falcon is the coolest bucket of bolts in Star Wars. It’s the fastest thing in the galaxy, and acts both like a junky car you’re working on in the garage and as the speedster you always wanted to take out on a drive. Also, having destroyed one Death Star and provided an assist on another, the Falcon is the best card game prize ever.
The livability of the Falcon, its firepower, and its agility are unmatched, and you can learn lightsaber skills inside or let a Wookiee beat you at chess. It’s easily the best ship in the galaxy and, arguably, all of science fiction.That's our list! What did you think? What's your favorite Star Wars vehicle?
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