The Bad Batch Declassified: 5 Highlights from “War-Mantle”

Star Wars: The Bad Batch is here, chronicling the adventures of the elite squad Clone Force 99 following the end of the Clone War. In Bad Batch Declassified, we’ll explore our favorite moments from each episode of the series, available only on Disney+. Armor up and join us for the ride.

Spoiler warning: This article discusses details and plot points from the Star Wars: The Bad Batch episode, “War-Mantle.”

The Republic may have fallen, but there are still a few good men out in the galaxy, clone soldiers resistant to the new Imperial regime. On the world of Daro, one such “reg” is being hunted by the conscripted soldiers he helped train to replace him. But thanks to Captain Rex, help is on the way. Here are five highlights from the latest episode, now

The New R2-D2 Tamagotchi is Here to Be Your Droid Buddy – Exclusive

R2-D2 went with Luke Skywalker from Tatooine to the Death Star and beyond. Now, he’s going everywhere with you.

Tamagotchi, the classic interactive virtual pet, will soon release its first-ever Star Wars device celebrating the galaxy’s greatest astromech. The Star Wars R2-D2 Tamagotchi arrives November 11, and it’s up to fans to train, clean, and take care of the famous droid. 

“Star Wars has proven to be a timeless franchise and one that fans are eager to continue exploring, which makes it an absolute thrill to be able to incorporate it into the Tamagotchi experience,” says Takayoshi Oyama, manager, Business Management Team at Bandai. “The R2-D2 Tamagotchi is an epic collaboration to be a part of and we can’t wait to see how fans of the franchise react to this out-of-this-world device!”

Quiz: Are You More Han or Leia?

Luke Skywalker may be the hero who made the one-in-a-million shot to destroy the Death Star and helped to redeem his father, but he got there with the Force and the help of his two closet friends: Han Solo and Leia Organa. Individually, they’re two heroes in their own right, piloting through dangerous asteroid fields and courageously leading the rebels to victory. And while they at first seem to be a case of opposites attracting, together they’re a dynamic duo who have an awful lot in common. Take the latest StarWars.com quiz and find out if you’re more of a fearless flyboy or a regal rogue…

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Bad Batch First Look: “War-Mantle”

Following their encounter with the Pykes, the Bad Batch take on a risky new mission. Check out preview images from the latest episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, “War-Mantle,” now streaming on Disney+!

Kaminoans and clone troopers on Kamino.

The Bad Batch in the Marauder cockpit.

The Batch Batch travel on foot through a mountain range.

Echo, Tech, and Hunter on-mission.

Hunter, Tech, and Echo speak with someone from behind a protected entrance.

The Marauder sits in a dense forest.

Omega waits aboard the Marauder.

A planet of mountains and grassy plains.

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Create The Armorer’s Mandalorian Forge in LEGO Brick – Exclusive Reveal

Inside the Mandalorian covert beneath the surface of the ashen world of Nevarro, the Armorer presides over her forge. Their secrecy is their safety, and the Armorer is their guide to preserving their heritage, concealing their faces, and designating signets for those who have earned them.

And now you can build your own. StarWars.com is excited to reveal a new LEGO Star Wars set, The Armorer’s Mandalorian Forge, as seen in The Mandalorian on Disney+, a captivating new release that incorporates exquisite details, functionality, and new minifigures of Paz Vizsla and the Armorer, alongside the titular Mandalorian. We recently sat down with LEGO Star Wars designers Jan Neergaard Olesen and Madison Andrew O’Neil to learn more about the creation of this new play set, available for pre-order in the U.S. exclusively

Why Hunter Has Emerged as a Unique Star Wars Hero

Star Wars: The Bad Batch, now streaming on Disney+, is this wonderful hybrid of what we love about Star Wars. It’s got epic action sequences, thrilling adventures, and enduring characters that begin to peel back the layers of how the galaxy transitioned from the Republic to the reign of the Empire. And at the center of it all is the leader of the Bad Batch, Hunter. Let’s take a closer look at what makes Hunter such a unique hero in Star Wars.

Communicator

One of the most important things about being a leader is how you communicate. Whether Hunter is negotiating with Echo to pretend he is a droid, convincing Wrecker not to smash something, or persuading Tech to re-prioritize a course of action, Hunter uses various methods of communication