Pretty sure it's going to be about a group of Jedi, including one "Vernestra" who is a 16 year old knight, trying to fend off the "Nihil," a group of pirates wreaking havoc throughout the Galaxy.
Of course, there's two comic series and three books, so it's entirely possible that there are other stories involved, especially if they are all self-contained like the rumors say.
My hopes for it are that it will elaborate extensively on the lore and history that we have in Canon, but I've had that expectation for nearly every work that Disney ever put out and most stories just shy away from expanding the lore. I miss Legends.
But I still have some hope, because this is supposed to be what "saves" Star Wars, so they may try to go in a new direction than all the previous published material and really go in depth with the lore. And preview images show a new darksaber, a dual-bladed whitesaber, some funky lookin' jedi, and seem to tie in with the Loth-wolves from Rebels.
I doubt they'd pass up an opportunity to show Yoda at this point in his life. Though we did see him in this era in "Yoda's Secret War" and he looks and acts pretty much the same, so it wouldn't be that exciting. Unless they show a new side to that character. Personally, I'd prefer if they left him out of this.
They might refrence the Ones of Mortis, but I don't see them having any more involvement than that. Then again, there's that Loth-Wolf, so maybe we'll see TWBW, and the Daughter?
well tbf Anakin joined the order quite late, all things considered he became a knight in 10 years. Most jedi get to the temple when they are still babies or like 2-3 years old
But even high-level Jedi, who were inducted into the Order as babies(like Qui-Gon, Kenobi, and Dooku) weren't that young when they were Knighted... Even Dooku didn't become Yoda's Padawan until he was 16, for example.
So Vernestra must be very exceptional to be Knighted that young.
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"Readers will see a very wide variety of Jedi in this era," says Lucasfilm Publishing creative director Michael Siglain. "This is a hopeful, optimistic time, when the Jedi are good and noble, and we want to reflect that in their characters while still giving them enough depth and dimension so that their individual personalities and idiosyncrasies shine through. The Jedi Knights of the High Republic are both aspirational and inspirational. In short, they're the good guys"
While the Jedi are undoubtedly heroes in The High Republic, they promise to be varied, unique, and very 'human' -- no matter their species. "We've put a lot of time and effort into making our Jedi feel like real, rounded individuals," writer Cavan Scott, one of the architects of The High Republic, tells StarWars.com. "They are all different, approaching the Force in individual and unique ways and yet are united with a common goal. They serve not out of unwavering dogma, but a deep passion to protect light and life. And they're all at different stages in their individual journeys. Some have experience on their side, some have the exuberance of youth. Some are still finding their place in the Order while others step naturally into leadership roles. Some may not have chosen to work with the Jedi they've been posted alongside, but all are dedicated to be a guiding light for the galaxy. Individually they are strong, together they are invincible, but like the best heroes they each have lessons to learn and challenges to overcome. Exciting times lie ahead..."
Well, those jedi got powerful by the time they became masters. I imagine all Jedi Knights are around the same level of power, since they get knighted as soon as they're ready, and then get better from there.
So Vern is likely not ridiculously powerful, yet.
Oh, and that's an exciting update! Can't wait to see these characters in action.
EDIT: Also, I just wanted to mention that I love their names. Just thought they were cool.
However, that other wall paper that was posted a month ago or so had some interesting faces, like the Jedi weilding the dark sabre, or the one with that strange white lightsaber
In Jedi Lost, Dooku was far and away above the other students, to the point where he could already best some of the Knights in general combat and Force mastery... But even Dooku was already 16 when he first became Yoda's Padawan, and he was eventually Knighted a few years later. So I really do expect Vernestra to be pretty exceptional if she is already a Knight at 16 years old(especially since this is supposed to be the Order's peak and whatnot.) Either way, I'm very interested to see her expanded on.
Those are just some of the front-runners. I'm sure many other Jedi will be featured in this(hopefully some of those more exotic looking ones from the promo art, like you said.)
quan? You're alive!?
I figured RoS would have destroyed you beyond repair.
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First two times I saw it nearly did but the third time after I accepted it Kylo Ren emerged as my Star Wars man crush. Funny how things ended up. I am in a Star Wars mood too so expect me around for the time being.
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That being said I have watched the high republic trailer multiple times and really hope this era gets the big screen treatment. I want Darth Plagueis. That took Snoke they owe me that much.
If this event ends up being a success(and I hope it does), then I'm sure we'll see it to expand into other forms of media. iirc, the team heading this up already said that was their goal.
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I just hope it sees the light of day(films). They cancel lots of films despite announcements so I do not have trust in Kennedys leadership. Would love to see the Russos direct a Star Wars film especially in this era. Nihil, Sith houses, Sith empire, possibly Darth plagueis makes me excited for the possibilities.
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