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'Ahsoka': We've Already Seen The Beginnings Of History Repeating Itself
WARNING! SPOILERS for Ahsoka 1x06, 'Far, Far, Away' The sixth episode of Ahsoka was a big one, with many big moments and reveals. Morgan Elsbeth and Co, with a captive Sabine Wren in tow, sucessfully locating the exiled Grand Admiral Thrawn and his forces. Meanwhile, Sabine is also able to track down her missing friend Ezra Bridger, who's brave actions in the Star Wars: Rebels finale led to Thrawn's exile in Peridea to begin with.
By Kristy Anderson2 years ago in Futurism
'Ahsoka': Should We Be Afraid For Carson Teva?
WARNING: some SPOILERS for Ahsoka. Captain Carson Teva of the New Republic is becoming a fixture of the live-action Star Wars TV series helmed by Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau, having appeared in The Mandalorian, Book of Boba Fett, and now Ahsoka. Teva, played by Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, started out as a minor recurring character in The Mandalorian, but has grown in importance across the three shows, as he develops a frustration with the New Republic's lack of capacity to provide help wherever it is truly needed the most. This prompted his decision to covertly enlist Din Djarin to oust a Pirate invasion on the independent planet Nevarro, and now, to join General Hera Syndulla on an unauthorised mission to rescue Ahsoka and Sabine.
By Kristy Anderson2 years ago in Futurism
Review of 'Foundation' 2.8-2.9
Well, finally an episode of Foundation -- 2.8 -- that's really firing on all cylinders. By which I mean, the Trantor parts and the other parts were nearly equal in power, and that power was impressive, answered all kinds of questions, and stood on the verge of answering more. So, good thing that two more episodes await us this season.
By Paul Levinson2 years ago in Futurism
'A Long Line Of Non-Traditional Jedi': Looking Back At Ahsoka's Jedi Lineage
In the third episode of Ahsoka, Sabine Wren's training as Ahsoka Tano's Padawan Learner officially resumes. Despite Sabine's Mandalorian heritage giving her a natural affinity for weapon work, she struggles with other aspects of becoming a Jedi, most notably, the use of the Force. The droid Huyang, who's original function was to help Jedi Younglings build their first lightsaber, and train them in proper saber form, tells Ahsoka that the pre-Empire Jedi Order would not have accepted Sabine, but then goes on to admit that the Jedi line through which Ahsoka descends were not exactly traditional either.
By Kristy Anderson2 years ago in Futurism
Sony Xperia 5 versus Asus Zenfone 10: Pursuing the Best Decision for Your Conservative Cell Phone. Content Warning.
Value, specs, and accessibility **Asus Zenfone 10:** Cost: Beginning at $700 Accessibility: Sent off in late August in the US, accessible in Europe since June
By YOU NEED ME2 years ago in Futurism
Why Hanging tight for the iPhone 15 Is the Shrewd Decision. Content Warning.
1. Forthcoming iPhone 15 Enhancements Apple's approaching item sendoff, the Apple September occasion planned for September 12, vows to divulge the long-supposed iPhone 15 series. This range is reputed to contain the standard iPhone 15, iPhone 15 or more, iPhone 15 Expert, and iPhone 15 Master Max. With somewhat less than seven days until the occasion, it is enthusiastically prescribed to anticipate the arrival of these new iPhones, especially on the off chance that you are mulling over an update from an iPhone 13 model.
By YOU NEED ME2 years ago in Futurism
Review of 'Invasion' 2.1-2.2
Invasion -- the latest narrative that explores an H. G. Well's War of the Worlds scenario -- is back on Apple TV+ in the past two weeks with the first two episodes of its second season. Episode 2.1 is entitled "Something's Changed," but I don't think all that much has changed, unless change is defined as zooming into elements that were already there in the first season, which is fine with me.
By Paul Levinson2 years ago in Futurism
In Light Of Ahsoka, Sabine, And Hera's Succesful Jump To Live-Action, Let's Not Forget The Original Voice Actors
So far, Disney Plus's Ahsoka series has proved a hit with fans. Now that the series has arrived, it seems clearer than ever that it is something of a sequel to creator Dave Filoni's earlier animated series, Star Wars: Rebels. As well as Ahsoka Tano, who made her live action debut back in season two of The Mandalorian, the new series brings a number of popular animated Star Wars characters into live-action, including Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Hera's beloved droid, Chopper.
By Kristy Anderson2 years ago in Futurism
Chandrayaan-3's Vikram Lander Unveils Insights into Lunar Temperature Variation
The lunar landscape, long regarded as a realm of extremes and mysteries, continues to captivate scientists and space enthusiasts alike. Recently, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) unveiled groundbreaking insights into the temperature variation on the lunar surface, shedding light on the Moon's enigmatic thermal behavior. A graph released by ISRO showcased surprising temperature data collected by the Chandra's Surface Thermophysical Experiment (ChaSTE) payload onboard Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander, leading to a deeper understanding of the Moon's unique environment and its implications for future lunar exploration.
By Sabuj Maity2 years ago in Futurism
Haven't Watched 'Star Wars: Rebels'? Here's A Few Important Facts About Ahsoka's Co-Stars
WARNING: Slight SPOILERS for Ahsoka, eps 1 & 2. The first two episodes of Ahsoka have dropped on Disney Plus, to mostly positive reception from fans, with special praise coming from those who enjoyed the animated series Star Wars: Rebels. While the events of Ahsoka can be followed easily enough as a stand-alone series, Ahsoka can also be considered a Rebels sequel, so some knowledge of the latter definitely adds to the experience, with the Ahsoka including Rebels characters Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, cheeky droid Chopper, and of course the villain, Grand Admiral Thrawn, in significant roles.
By Kristy Anderson2 years ago in Futurism
'Rebels' Rundown: The Best Episodes To Watch In Preparation For 'Ahsoka'
We are now just days away from the two-episode premiere of Ahsoka on Disney Plus. The series will follow Ahsoka Tano, once the Jedi Padawan of Anakin Skywalker, as she attempts to thwart a potential rebirth of the Galactic Empire through Grand Admiral Thrawn.
By Kristy Anderson2 years ago in Futurism
