Chewie swore a lifedebt to his new friend, and they started their lives together as small business owners. Their connection begins when solo boards a derelict slaving craft to find that its cargo of wookiee children had escaped and all that was left on board was a severely wounded wookiee in the pilots seat. From this, it would appear that in his younger days, solo s journeys somehow landed him on kashyyyk, where he saw firsthand the tyranny of the empire. During the clone wars, he was captured by trandoshan slavers and held captive on wasskah, but. In the han solo trilogy, fans will witness the days of han as a street urchin on corellia, han joining and betraying the imperial academy, han s rescue of chewbacca and the ensuing life debt. The han solo adventures is a trilogy of novels set in the star wars fictional universe by american sciencefiction novelist brian daley. Han solo, norra wexley, and a handful of other rebels must undertake the mission to free not only chewbacca, but all of kashyyyk. Traditionally, chewie follows han around not because hes han s friend and employee but because han. The bad boy with a heart of a gold may have already been a tried and true trope in 1977, but our favorite smuggler redefined its meaning when the millennium falcon came soaring back to the death star to save the day, and ever since, weve been willing. Search, watch, and cook every single tasty recipe and video ever all in one place. He is a wookiee, a tall, hirsute biped and intelligent species from the planet kashyyyk. Known for his short temper and accuracy with a bowcaster, chewie also had a big heart and was unwavering in his loyalty to his friends. He hailed from the planet kashyyyk and became a wookiee military leader. During his time at lucasfilm, he also wrote several news articles about star wars celebrities for the recurring star news and star sightings.
Han solo and chewbacca star wars cover comp idea i. The books were released in 19791980, making them the first nonmovie star wars books published, except for splinter of the minds eye 1978. Jul 12, 2016 the han solo spinoff is arriving just five months after star wars 8, so it wouldnt be a shock if life debt was the studios way of introducing concepts that tie into the movie, allowing fans to familiarize themselves with the history. Feb 22, 2020 yes, chewbacca can speak english or at least the costumed actor playing him on set does.
The following information is courtesy of my own memory and the star wars wikia mostly the latter. Or possibly, chewbacca meets han through lando and. May 21, 2018 learn about the various members of chewbacca s family before we potentially meet one of them in solo. A star wars story, in theaters now the friendship between han solo and chewbacca is a cornerstone of the star wars universe. A native of london, the 7foot3 mayhew played chewbacca, sidekick to han solo, in the original star wars trilogy. Its a bond that spans the beloved franchise, from their introduction in a seedy cantina in 1977s a new hope to their emotional reunion with the millennium falcon in 2015s the force awakens. According to the hutt gambit, an extended universe book written by a. Chewbacca appears in the han solo adventures trilogy of books written by brian daley, including han solo at stars end, han solos revenge and han solo and the lost legacy, originally published between 1979 and 1980.
A star wars story gave fans a look at the foundation of the longtime partners loyalty and trust. Peter mayhew is the voice behind this legendary star wars character. Here is the first book in the blockbuster trilogy that chronicles the neverbefore told story of the young han solo. Dec 22, 2016 chewbacca, nicknamed chewie, is a fictional character in the star wars franchise. Witness the start of han and chewies legendary friendship in this scene from solo. While han solo was a human smuggler known for being a member of the rebel alliance and later the new republic, he originates from the planet corellia where he was orphaned at an. He was the son of attichitcuk, the husband of mallatobuck, and the father of lumpawaroo. Han solo likes a little pain with his pleasure and chewbacca is more than happy to give him plenty of both. Written by longtime star wars writer darko macan, chewbacca features a series of tales narrated by the characters who knew him bestincluding lando calrissian, princess leia, han solo, and luke skywalkerthat reveal special glimpses not only of chewbaccas heroic history, but of the mysterious and fascinating culture of his noble species. Han solo would most likely win in long range with his intelligence. Its a great time to be a fan of scoundrels, people. The profound relationship between chewbacca and kylo ren. Dont miss the exclusive content in this thrilling adaptation of solo. He and his mother escape, but his father isnt as fortunate.
See more ideas about han solo and chewbacca, star wars art and chewbacca. A star wars story from 2018, chewbacca seems like a side character in most of the star wars films. In a story spans the decades, from a time before han and lando. Having heard rumors of han solo and chewbaccas exploits, he decided to seek them out to ask if han would teach him. Its hard to think of one without the other, one of the many reasons why hans death in last years star wars.
A comprehensive list of all star wars books in the expanded universe related to the character of chewbacca. One of the most iconic duos in cinema history, we were first introduced to the crew of the millennium falcon the ship which made the kessel run in under 12 parsecs in 1977 with star wars episode iv a new hope. In the han solo adventures, han, chewie, and their loyal droids the elder. There were plenty of funny moments, too, from the crowded shower scene to the way chewbacca always managed to apply just the right knowhow or brute strength in just the right moment to get han out of a bind.
An authoritative companion to the latest star wars movie, solo. We know the friendship between chewbacca and han solo runs deep. Chewbacca was han solo s copilot for the millennium falcon han solo s ship. May 29, 2018 why the force is not with han solo solo.
Chewbacca or chewie, as he was known to his friends was a legendary wookiee from kashyyyk, best known for being the copilot of han solos ship, the millennium falcon. Benjamin harper worked as an editor at lucas licensing. These books fit perfectly into the back story of the original trilogy and even. Han solo being held gunpoint by the 2 remaining stormtroopers seconds before an enraged and wounded leia guns them down and chewbeccas aid. A star wars story the official guide features the fascinating planets, vehicles, and aliens that han solo encounters on his. Luckily for chewbacca, the young lieutenant was han solo. May 27, 2018 the friendship between han solo and chewbacca is a cornerstone of the star wars universe. The following article contains major spoilers for solo. Jan 10, 2001 this is more like a series of short stories, each one giving an account of chewbacca.
Last shot jumps around han and landos lives starting with the events before solo. Feb 16, 2016 wyaaaaaa, its a chewbacca minus han solo comic. Chewbacca actor joonas suotamo told the hollywood reporter that he thinks the medal given to chewie in the rise of skywalker is the one originally belonging to han solo. It follows the smuggling days of han solo and chewbacca before the events of the original star wars film. Jan 31, 2018 published in 2000, the dark horse comics miniseries, chewbacca, revealed that han solo used to fly tie fighters for the empire. Chewbacca, han solo s trusted copilot and the galaxys most welltraveled wookiee, is one of the most important and ubiquitous supporting characters in all of star wars. He edited many wizards of the coast roleplaying publications, including star wars gamer magazine, rebellion era sourcebook, the dark side sourcebook, and the living force campaign guide. The skull featured on the books cover was included as an easter egg in the 2018 film solo. He resumed the role in two more installments, revenge of. As han solo s lifetime best friend, he would have played some role in the life of han and leias son, ben. The han solo movie will be an origin story for chewbacca, too. From his life on kashyyyk, his rescue from slavery by han solo and his actions during and after the rebellion, this paints a lovingly crafted picture about the least vocal of the onscreen characters. He stuck with han through years of turmoil, and continued to fly the falcon alongside rey. Somehow this isnt revealed in the book, han gets chewie off the planet, and the famed life debt is formed.
A star wars story books related to the hit film, including novels, comics, and kids titles, and get a special sneak peek at several. Oct 19, 2019 han solo and chewbacca star wars cover comp idea i made for star wars books. Seriously, she was a cardcarrying member of the star wars fan club when. A star wars story has finally arrived in our galaxy, and with it, a bounty of books and comics. But, because he went against his orders to take out some renegade. A legendary wookiee warrior and han solo s copilot aboard the millennium falcon, chewbacca was part of a core group of rebels who restored freedom to the galaxy. For han s safety, his mother leaves him at an orphanage where he meets lando and a young wookie named chewbacca. Chewbacca believes that han saved him, but according to solo its the other way around. The han solo adventures is a threeinone novel that takes three novels. This proved extremely fortuitous for the smuggling duo as lando arrived just as han was being cornered by the infamous bounty hunter boba fett. Solo, the most recent star wars film, explores the origins of that relationship.
During his time at lucasfilm, he also wrote several news articles about star wars. Chewbacca, nicknamed chewie, is a fictional character in the star wars franchise. Details of the scene where chewbacca meets han solo for the first time are revealed. Hes had roles in all three trilogies and played a major role in one spinoff film alongside a younger version of han, but hes also a character we dont get to spend a lot of time with on an intimate level. Han solo is only eight when the stormtroopers attack his home town of mos eisley, tatooine. The rise of skywalker novelization digs into chewbaccas. Chewbacca or chewie, as he was known to his friends was a legendary wookiee from kashyyyk, best known for being the copilot of han solo s ship, the millennium falcon.
May 25, 2018 the legend of han solo and the mighty chewbacca has been expanded upon for years, both in the old school star wars legends novels and in the pages of many awesome comics. Though han solo has thrilled star wars fans for decades, the notorious wisecracking scoundrel was chasing adventure and dodging trouble long. Chewbacca, also known as chewie, was a legendary wookie from kashyyyk and copilot of han solo s ship, the millennium falcon. The film looks like its going to depict the first meeting between chewie and han, and that. A star wars story is set to give us a ton of new information about the young captain solo, were just as excited to learn more about our favorite wookiee. Mar 09, 2016 the scruffylooking nerfherder of the star wars universe wont be the only one having his origin story told in the upcoming han solo movie hitting theaters in 2018. Explaining han solo and chewbaccas classic origin ign. Aug 23, 2016 benjamin harper worked as an editor at lucas licensing.
One of the most dynamic duos in all of cinema, han solo and chewbacca have been an inseparable pair since they were first introduced in 1977. Dont miss the opportunity to say farewell to this beloved character. Remembering the sacrifice that dewlanna made to him years ago, solo. He would not charge into battle and roar and give away his position. Chewbacca is the loyal friend and associate of han solo, and serves as copilot on solo s spaceship, the millennium falcon. Chewbacca is portrayed by actor peter mayhew in the star wars films. May 08, 2018 what would han solo be without chewbacca. A star wars story the official guide by pablo hidalgo price. Chewbacca, a 200yearold wookiee, becomes a young han solo s companion after they both escape imperial captivity on mimban. This ya book by the author of the girl of fire and thorns focuses on alden ehrenreichs han solo and emilia clarkes qira, back in their teenage years. Star wars book about chewbacca youtini reading guide. Film critic marshall julius shared a rare behind the scenes video with fans on twitter, in which mayhew can be heard shouting at han solo in his normal voice. Back in the late 90s, a trilogy of books by scifi author a.
Every star wars fan knows the famous duo of han solo and chewbacca well. If you have copies of any of the original editions of these books, youll find. My mother had some old paperbacks that featured han solo and chewbacca prior to their involvement in the rebellion. Chewbacca carried with him the name of an ancient wookiee hero, the great bacca, first of the great chieftains of kashyyyk, and the creator of a sword that denoted leadership among. Han solo and chewbacca are inseparable partnersincrime. Star wars books about han solo youtini reading guide. The bewildering saga of chewbaccas missing medal in star. From the moment han solo slid into frame surrounded by the most wretched scum and villainy mos eisley had to offer, fans have been obsessed. Chewbacca carried with him the name of an ancient wookiee hero, the great bacca, first of the great chieftains of kashyyyk, and the. The creation of chewbacca was inspired by george lucas, when he saw his dog sitting up on the passenger seat of his car.
Chewbacca belongs to the wookiee species, tall, hairy beings native to the planet of kashyyyk. The author of halfresurrection blues and shadowshaper has penned this novel that connects three eras in the lives of han solo and lando calrissian. Entertainment weekly has revealed the tiein novels for solo. A long time ago in a galaxy far far away star wars legends. Written by longtime star wars writer darko macan, chewbacca features a series of tales narrated by the characters who knew him bestincluding lando calrissian, princess leia, han solo, and luke skywalkerthat reveal special glimpses not only of chewbacca s heroic history, but of the mysterious and fascinating culture of his noble species. Chuck wendig continues the postrotj storyline with this, the thrilling middle chapter of his aftermath trilogy. A star wars story, with scenes from alternate versions of the script including han solo s time in the imperial navy, qiras past, the beginnings of the rebellion, and more. The trilogy brings both the adventures of lando calrissian and the han solo adventures trilogies into chronological.
In the books, han and chewie first meet on an empire slave ship while lt. Han solo and chewbacca star wars cover comp for star wars books. Luke skywalker recounts the final moments of chewbacca on the burning, heaving surface of sernpidal, and marvels at his friends sacrifice. Jan 27, 2016 i love them they are a great team and a great example of a strong friendship. Crispin, chewbacca was a captive of the empire when a lieutenant of the imperial navy was ordered to skin the wookie. He would have seen young ben grow up, brimming with the force like a young anakin skywalker. Fortunately, the imperial navy lieutenant ordered to carry out the execution was none other than han solo. Chewbacca, known affectionately to his friends as chewie, was a wookiee warrior, smuggler, and resistance fighter who fought in the clone wars, the galactic civil war, and the conflict between the first order and the resistance.
After a series of adventures on vandor and kessel, chewbacca embarks on the smuggling trade, serving as han s copilot on the millennium falcon for the rest of han s life. Like fn2187 years later, solo had a crisis of conscience and defied the order, choosing instead to free chewbacca and defect. This could be the mission where han solo frees chewbacca and the wookiees from enslavement, thus, beginning the life debt chewbacca owes han. A star wars story delves into han s origin, it also really fleshes out chewbacca, revealing a surprisingly dark side to the beloved wookie. Solo saved chewbacca, who swore a lifedebt to him in response. Theyre friends, shipmates, comrades theyre each others everything. May 23, 2018 explaining han solo and chewbacca s classic origin this is the original backstory of han, chewie and lando from before solo. Solo boards a derelict slaving craft to find that its cargo of wookiee children had escaped.
This is an incredible sidestory from the days of yore of the star wars world before the. A star wars story explores the world of young han solo in unparalleled detail. A star wars story or simply solo is a 2018 american space western film based around the star wars character han solo, also featuring his original trilogy coprotagonists chewbacca and lando calrissian. The book also stars fan favorite characters, including wedge antilles, han solo, and chewbacca. The film looks like its going to depict the first meeting between chewie and han. Star wars books the han solo movie should reference. The three han solo books were also published as an omnibus edition in 1992. A star wars story trailer wookiee chewbaccas wife malla. Chewbacca is fiercely loyal to han solo, and serves as copilot on solo s millenium falcon. Set in the wake of a new hope, everybodys favourite wookiee crashlands on some backwater planet while headed back to kashyyyk on an important personal mission.
This was the first of three han solo books written by brian daley and published in 1979. Why the force is not with han solo film the guardian. Dewlannamapia made certain to monitor han s curriculum, forcing him to learn disciplines that he otherwise would have skipped, and the boy eventually began to like history once he realized that some historical battles were as interesting as the ones he had read about in adventure books. The character has also appeared on television, in books, comics, and video games. Some of my painting illustration and design from the past, present and future. In 25aby after the battle of yavin, chewbacca died at the age of 225, in sernpidal. But remember, this is movie chewbacca, so he isnt nearly. The comic starts with the premise that chewbacca was uncle chewie. Chewbacca was portrayed by actor peter mayhew in the star wars films. While the reader actually visits kashyyyk for the first time in book three rebel dawn, we hear about it and meet chewbacca in book two, the hutt gambit. Kristin baver kristin baver is a journalist who loved science fiction before she could even write her own name.
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