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Star Wars Rebels creators share their love for 10 years of the show

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Star Wars Rebels creators share their love for 10 years of the show

As a seasoned gamer and Star Wars fan, I can confidently say that reaching the ten-year milestone for Star Wars Rebels is nothing short of extraordinary. This show has been a significant part of my sci-fi adventure journey, providing me with unforgettable characters, captivating storylines, and an immersive universe that keeps me coming back for more.

The television series “Star Wars Rebels” has now been around for a full ten years, and it’s become one of the most cherished parts of the Star Wars universe. Its captivating storyline touched fans deeply, and its characters were so enduring that some even made the leap to live-action in “Ahsoka”. As we reflect on this anniversary, some creators of “Star Wars Rebels” have expressed their own thoughts about this significant decade mark for the series.

10 years ago today, Lucasfilm Animation Director Keith Kellogg reminisced, “Exactly a decade ago, our Star Wars Rebels fans were introduced to their first episode. We’re grateful for your company on this incredible journey with an array of fresh, captivating characters centered around the planet Lothal. I will forever cherish the encouragement and affection we received from you all!

Steve Blum, a seasoned voice actor known for his role as Zeb Orrelios, acknowledged Kellogg’s welcome message by expressing gratitude for embracing them like family. He mentioned that he would always remember their kindness and added a nod to their intelligence, stating it was a remarkable accomplishment.

Sean and Dean Kiner, who collaborated with their father Kevin Kiner on the show and penned Thrawn’s theme, expressed their personal sentiments about the series. They stated, “It seems like just yesterday, where did all the time pass? This show remains incredibly dear to us, knowing it continues to resonate with fans after so many years is truly heartwarming.

Lucasfilm Publicist Tracy Cannobbio is enjoying herself immensely on this anniversary, reposting numerous messages from fans along with her thoughts. Her initial tweet read, “Happy Anniversary, Star Wars Rebels. One of my all-time favorite storytelling experiences!” Later, she admitted, “I might be a bit carried away by the spirit of the #StarWarsRebels anniversary today!

The animated series Star Wars Rebels not only captivated a new generation of fans but also influenced those who have brought these characters to life in real-life productions. Actor Eman Esfandi, who played Ezra Bridger in the spin-off series Ahsoka, reacted to a tweet from Discussing Film, expressing appreciation for Rebels by saying, “We’ve all been positively impacted by it.

Perhaps Kristin Baver said it best on StarWars.com, capturing what makes the show so great:

The profound wisdom from Hera about empathy and selflessness, as stated by “If you only focus on protecting your own life, then it’s not truly worth living,” echoed in Obi-Wan’s prophetic message from Kanan’s holocron about a future hope, sets the stage for an engaging narrative in Star Wars Rebels. This narrative seamlessly bridges the era of the Empire and the beginning of the Rebellion. Initially, the story revolved around the Ghost’s rebellious crew, but they later collaborated with Fulcrum agent Ahsoka Tano and played pivotal roles in shaping future leaders of the Rebel Alliance, such as a young Princess Leia, who shares her birthdate with Ezra (both born on Empire Day), and Senator Mon Mothma of Chandrila as she initiated a guerrilla war against the Empire.

In the course of Kanan mentoring Bridger to attain Jedi Mastery, they utilized guidance from the Bendu while confronting those who sought to eliminate the remaining Jedi, notably the Inquisitorius. Engaging directly with adversaries like the Grand Inquisitor, Maul (no longer Darth), and Vader (still formidable), their encounters were marked by intense clashes of lightsabers. However, it was their involvement with Thrawn that proved to be Ezra’s most challenging conflict throughout the four seasons of Star Wars Rebels, and later in the Ahsoka series. During this time, each crew member experienced harrowing ordeals and emotional rollercoasters.

But here is where it all began. Ten years ago, a young man stood at the rusted rail of a watchtower on Lothal, in the shadow of an Imperial Star Destroyer. He was very much alone. Then he found his Ghost family.

StarWars.com

Happy birthday, Star Wars Rebels. Here’s to ten more years.

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2024-10-03 23:52

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