Sth Bend, IN Clone Wars TV Show News

We might as well collect everything we know in this thread.

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The characters highlighted are:

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Anakin Skywalker
Though he eventually strays from the path of good in Revenge of the Sith, Anakin Skywalker first establishes himself as the most fierce and fearless Jedi of them all during the three year-long Clone Wars. During the Jedi Council's conflict against Count Dooku and his separatist forces, Anakin rises as one of the galaxy's most legendary warriors.

As seen in the 2003 Clone Wars animated series, Anakin's most noteworthy feats during this time include a battle with Dark Jedi Asajj Ventress, and the liberation of the Nelvaanians from the Techno Union.

Though this new series promises to be more than just a rehash of events and stories we've already seen, we wouldn't mind seeing these pivotal moments again, albeit in glorious 3D, CGI-animated form. Either way, knowing what Anakin accomplishes during the crucial time period that this new series encompasses, we're confident that Anakin will play a huge role in the story's biggest action scenes and most important character pieces. Expect to see the emotionally-conflicted Anakin continue to bump heads with his mentor, Obi-Wan Kenobi, as Anakin takes greater steps towards the dark side. Perhaps most importantly, Anakin will be paired with his own Padawan, an all-new female character named Ahsoka Tano.


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Ahsoka Tano
Little has been revealed about this brand-new addition to the Star Wars mythos, except for this brief description from StarWars.com:

"This young Togruta is eager to prove herself as a worthy Padawan to her bold Master, Anakin Skywalker. Able to wield a lightsaber and pilot a spacecraft with great talent, Ahsoka promises to become a worthy Jedi."

Considering there is no mention of the character in Revenge of the Sith, does that mean that Ahsoka doesn't make it out of the Clone Wars alive? If she doesn't, then one has to wonder if she isn't one of the first casualties as a result of Anakin's trip to the Dark Side. Such a dark turn of events would make for something recent Wars exploits have lacked: Very compelling drama.


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Obi-Wan Kenobi
During the Clone Wars, Obi-Wan rises to become one of the most respected elder statesmen of the Jedi Council.

Even as his relationship with his one-time protégé, Anakin Skywalker, continues to splinter, Kenobi plays a tremendous role in the Jedi Council's war against Count Dooku and the separatists. It will be interesting to see Obi-Wan's place in the Jedi Council, and how his relationship with his fellow Knights unfolds prior to the tragic events of Episode III. Obi-Wan is a vital player in the Star Wars mythos, and we're confident this new series will be provide much Obi-Wan goodness.


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Count Dooku
Seeing that Count Dooku played such a huge part in both Attack of the Clones and the 2003 animated series, it's safe to assume that this former Jedi-turned-Separatist leader and apprentice to Darth Sidious will once again serve as the series' most active villain.

Whether he's conspiring with Palpatine behind the scenes, teaching General Grevious the art of the lightsaber, capturing Obi-Wan Kenobi or simply testing Anakin at the behest of his master, we can't wait to see more of Count Dooku in action. This character represents the dark path that is ahead of Anakin Skywalker, one that is ripe with dramatic and action-packed potential.


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from theforce.net's EU board:

Official Clone Wars 3D Animated Series thread (possible spoilers)

(they also have a thread dedicated to the upcoming "LAS" - Live Action Series)

I think the animated series will be fun. Some have knocked the animation style, but I like what I've seen so far. Plus, any reason to return Star Wars to theaters is a plus in my book. When does the lineup start?

 

There is a new video about the show posted on starwars.com - you must be a Hyperspace member to be able to access it

 

http://apocalypsemind.blogspot.com/2008/04/hide-and-seek.html

 

Pretty sweet "trailer".

 

here's a little more:

http://www.starwars.com/video/view/000636.html

I am growing more optimistic about this new Clone Wars series, I think it looks pretty good. Only four more months until it hits the theater!