Later that night, Hera and Omega waited in position while Chopper infiltrated the refinery. After taking out an Imperial astromech droid at the command console, he tried to access the network terminal, only for the droid to discover he cannot access the cannons. Shortly thereafter, he was cornered by two clone troopers. Hera wanted to help Chopper, but Omega noted that they needed the console offline first, and after pointing out an Imperial Rho-class transport shuttle. As Hunter and Echo scaled the wall, Omega and Hera commandeered the shuttle, which they used to take out the command console. As it exploded, the newly-freed Chopper flew up to join them. As they flew away, Tech inquired about the multiple explosions at the refinery, and was told by Omega that they did it and that weapons were down. The Marauder then descended on the undefended refinery and took out the gun emplacements, causing the clone trooper commander to call for reinforcements. [15] Obviously, the stars of this LEGO Star Wars set are the minifigures. Nevertheless, it’s fair to expect the main vehicle to reflect key exterior and interior details of the “real” vehicle, which this scaled-down version does not. The huge speeder bikes feel like they detract from the potential of the shuttle, rather than adding to the overall set. Their positioning seems strange, although I appreciate such accuracy when compared with the animated series. One poster features a Special Ops Clone Trooper beneath an Aurebesh word which reads 'HISTORY', although the word 'MONTHLY should appear underneath. The second poster displays an imposing Providence-class Dreadnought engaging with a Venator-class Star Destroyer. The caption above reads 'SPACE BATTLES'. Noshir Dalal as Vice Admiral Rampart, [9] Stormtrooper, [31] Axis Leader [38], Pantoran Guard [32], Stormtrooper #1, Stormtrooper #2 [35] Alternative hair pieces accompany these minifigures and each character includes an exclusive head, distinguishing them from standard Clone Troopers. Hunter's facial tattoos and headband are both included, although this headband is hidden under the hair element. Tech looks perfect though, featuring his trademark goggles and a quizzical expression on the reverse. The design shares fitting similarities with other Clone Trooper minifigures.

The first episode of The Bad Batch premiered on Disney+ on May 4, 2021 with a 74-minute [22] premiere episode. [23] The first season ran for 16 episodes until August 13, 2021. [14] [24] With the aid of Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker and Rex, the Bad Batch were deployed to Skako Minor, a planet controlled by the Techno Union. Their mission was to locate Echo and, if they could, rescue him. They traveled to the planet but had trouble landing since a storm had built up in its atmosphere. [8] Point taken. You do need to be a big Star Wars nerd to spot the spoiler but the LEGO fandom is full of big Star Wars nerds and I’m sure plenty of people would have had the plot spoiled for them if LEGO had released the images any earlier than they did. Star Wars: The Bad Batch crew talks Season length, Omega and Imperial oppression by Sean Keane on CNET ( May 3, 2021) (archived from the original on May 3, 2021)

On May 29, Lucasfilm released the official trailer for the series' second season at the Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022. [20] [21] Release [ ] I suggest we use our transport; not the most luxurious ride in the galaxy, but it doesn't scream 'Republic' like the rest of these." ―Hunter in an unfinished version of "The Bad Batch" [25]

Giving new and existing fans the final chapter of Star Wars: The Clone Wars has been our honor at Disney+, and we are overjoyed by the global response to this landmark series. While The Clone Wars may have come to its conclusion, our partnership with the groundbreaking storytellers and artists at Lucasfilm Animation is only beginning. We are thrilled to bring Dave Filoni's vision to life through the next adventures of the Bad Batch ." ―Agnes Chu announcing The Bad Batch [1] The first bag includes the parts for two speeder bikes. These are very standard LEGO Star Wars speeders, and we’ll return to them later in the review. An opening cargo container is also available for accessories and can be removed fairly easily, providing space for another minifigure when necessary. The additional seat is not displayed in any official images but was presumably intended, otherwise this container would be integrated more closely. This option is definitely appreciated, despite the tight squeeze! Soon after, the Bad Batch received a recorded transmission from an unrecognized frequency. The message turned out to be from Hera, who informed the Bad Batch that her parents and their allies had been captured by the Empire and she needed their help. Despite initial reluctance, the squad decided to investigate. They arrived on Ryloth, and traveled into a canyon area and onto a landing platform at a cave, where Hera and Chopper greeted them. Hunter asked Hera why the Empire was after her and she told him they were arresting anyone loyal to her father. Hunter was unconvinced, but when Hera offered to pay them to free her parents, Hunter agreed to investigate further although he did not promise that he would help. [15] Clone Force 99 was named in remembrance of 99, a malformed maintenance duty clone who died while aiding the defense of Kamino from the Separatist invasion during the Clone Wars. [24] The unit originated as a batch of clones who were created with "desirable" genetic mutations that made them superior soldiers, [25] as a result of genetic manipulation. [26] These mutations also had the unique effect of altering their appearance and voice greatly compared to regular clone troopers. Each one of the members acquired certain abilities unique to the team. [25]Therefor I can't relate to people who get annoyed by spoilers. I simply don't get what might be annoying about that. You weren't loyal to me. I was one of you. You may have forgotten, but I haven't. And it's why I'm going to give you what you never gave me: a chance." ―Hunter and Crosshair [18] I received a distress signal from a clone trooper, but I'm a bit tied up at the moment to retrieve him." The other speeder bike is a civilian design, named the Rawlings TK5. Hunter commandeered one such vehicle on Pantora. I love the lime green livery, accented with white stripes adorning the bodywork and adjustable thrust pods. These correspond precisely with the source material and the length of 14cm seems reasonably authentic too. Moreover, the outriggers look suitably slender but feel rigid.

Dee Bradley Baker as The Bad Batch, Captain Grey, clone troopers, [4] Cut, [9] Captain Rex, [28] Captain Howzer, [29] Gregor, [6] Captain Wilco [30] Commander Cody [31], Cade, Slip [32], Scorch [33], Ice vulture, Mayday, Veetch, [34] Fireball, Nemec [35] I'm pretty sure the fans would dogpile the Knights, giving the Bad Batch plenty of opportunity to dispatch them at their leisure. We shouldn't have been surprised. It's the same model the Republic used for Clone Force 99, an unorthodox unit known as the 'Bad Batch.'" ―Amilyn Holdo [33] In 34 ABY, [34] Amilyn Holdo mentioned Clone Force 99 while annotating The Rebel Files, a collection of documents that archived the history of the Alliance to Restore the Republic. She compared Clone Force 99 to the stormtrooper squad Task Force 99, which she said had the same model. [33] Members [ ]

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Plus, I don't like surprises in general. I even usually read the Wikipedia article about a movie before watching it in the cinema (or on Prime). And if the plot description does not entice me to watch the movie after all, I simply skip it and watch a different one that sounds more interesting. Too much on the menu anyway nowadays, so to speak, especially when it comes to Star Wars. Most of it sounds like quantity over quality to me. I have given up trying to keep up with all the different spin-offs long ago. Additionally, employing this element enables the canopy to open smoothly, although access is restricted by the dorsal wing. Fortunately, another method is available. The boarding ramp and entrance are not functional, inevitably, but they are represented by one dark bluish grey 2x2 tile which seems appropriately distinctive among the surrounding components. The first trailer for the first season of the Bad Batch was unveiled at a Disney investors presentation on December 10, 2020. [18] A second trailer was released on March 30, 2021. [19] You know, most people are not nerdy enough to know every single detail of every Star Wars product there is. Guess what, many people haven't even ever heard of this series at all. The two speeders are included because we wanted to add some extra value to the set. We know that the speeders will be seen in the show, however, we do not know exactly in which context they will be seen. I guess we will have to wait and see like everybody else. We also love Gonk droids, so we are excited too, and happy that we were able to include one here."