Book of Interest: Star Wars: The Last Order

I had no idea that Finn and Jannah had a Star Wars book, Star Wars: The last Order by Kwame Mbalia. According to the description, it takes place after the final Disney Star Wars sequel trilogy movie The Rise of Skywalker which was an okay movie that could have been better. Anyway, at the end of the movie, Finn and Jannah left with Lando Calrissian in search of their past. And with the way Finn was sidelined throughout most of the sequel trilogy, it's nice to see him get some attention with this book. As well as Jannah who was introduced in The Rise of Skywalker.

I think it will be interesting to see what parts of their past will be uncovered and focused on. I'm sure their past as former stormtroopers will be explored especially with how the First Order abducted and brainwashed children and turned them into soldiers. I wonder if Lando will make an appearance in this story. Anyway, The last Order seems like it'll be an interesting read.

Book: Star Wars: The Last Order by Kwame Mbalia

Description:

New York Times best-selling author Kwame Mbalia makes his Star Wars debut with this exciting YA novel!

Following the end of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the Resistance rescues a ship full of young passengers who had been kidnapped by the First Order. As Finn and Jannah set out to find the First Order officer responsible before he can endanger any more children, the two former stormtroopers must wrestle with their own complicated pasts as soldiers of the oppressive regime.

Take a deep dive into the pasts of popular characters Finn and Jannah in this richly-drawn, action-packed story that fans have been asking for.

Art of the Day: Finn vs Kylo Ren

Artwork: Finn vs Kylo Ren by Heri-Shinato

There should have been a rematch between Finn and Kylo Ren. It's hard to believe Kylo would simple let it go that a Stormtrooper dared to stand up to him while using his uncle Luke's and grandfather Anakin's former lightsaber. And I would have loved to have seen Finn win in this rematch against Kylo, an opponent who would have been overly confident thinking he would win again.

Who should have been the Jedi in the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy: Finn or Rey?

There seems to be this debate among Star Wars fans that in the Disney Sequel Trilogy, Finn should have been the Jedi instead of Rey Palpatine. I've seen where many seem to think Rey's story was a rehash of Luke Skywalker's story which I can agree with. And that Finn being a former First Order Stormtrooper turned Rebel was a more unique story which I also agree with.

As for me, I feel like there was room in the trilogy for both Finn and Rey to have been Jedi. I never understood why there was just one, it didn't have to be the same as in the original trilogy. After the death of Obi-Wan and Yoda, Luke was the last Jedi (no I'm not dismissing Leia but that's a discussion for another post) and he had a huge responsibility to stop Darth Vader and Emperor Palpatine while the Rebellion itself fought the Empire.

With Rey being the only Jedi, it did feel like a retelling of Luke's story. The Sequel Trilogy should have had more than one Jedi. It would have added a different dynamic to the story and showed how much things have changed over the odd 30 years since Luke was the only Jedi. Although, Ben Solo killed Luke's Jedi students and burned down Luke's Jedi temple, I figured over the 30 years there should have been more of Luke's Jedi out there in the galaxy. It made no sense for Rey to have been the only Jedi in this sequel trilogy but I guess that's the story the sequels were going with.

(Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker)

Festivus: The Airing of Grievances: Chloe Sullivan, Finn and Padmé Amidala

I totally forgot it's Festivus and with that comes the Airing of Grievances. Here are few of mine:

- I really wish Chloe Sullivan was written off of Smallville after the fourth season. She was important to Clark's story in high school but afterwards she should have been written off so that Clark could start to figure out who he was in the next chapter in his life. After Chloe found out Clark's secret that he was an alien and had powers in the fourth season, she had become the "brain" and would provide all the answers to whatever problems Clark needed to deal with. Unfortunately, this went on for several seasons making it seem as if Clark couldn't figure out anything on his own. Which was not true because prior to Chloe finding out, Clark solved all his hero problems on his own in seasons 1-3 and most of season 4. It was obvious the writers didn't know what to do with Chloe and she stayed on the show for way too long. It wasn't until the later seasons that Clark was finally able to start thinking for himself again.

Fandom Friday: Random Fandom Thoughts

It's Fandom Friday, what's everyone talking about? Here are a few things I've been thinking of:

- I still think Robbie Reyes a.k.a. Ghost Rider played by Gabriel Luna during the fourth season of Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. was so good that I wish he had a movie. No offense to the Ghost Rider movies which starred Nicolas Cage as Johnathon "Johnny" Blaze but Robbie was so unforgettable and his Ghost Rider was absolutely amazing. It just feels like a waste that his character didn't make it into the MCU with a movie.

Do you think Finn will ever get a Star Wars book?

As a bookworm and a Star Wars fan, something I keep thinking about is Finn getting a book or comic book? I'm really surprised Disney Publishing has yet to give Finn a book? I'm also surprised there is no comic book series or miniseries published by Marvel. Finn is such an interesting character and I can't understand why he doesn't have a book to continue his story.

So, I guess the question is, do you think Finn will ever get a Star Wars book?

Art of the Day: Finn

Artwork: Finn by Dane Snyder

Fandom Friday: What Star Wars Sequel Trilogy Character Should get a Book or Comic Book?

A Star Wars sequel trilogy character I think should get a book or comic book series is Finn. I wrote something similar about this before for another Fandom Friday. But after seeing someone ask this question online today, I knew I had to answer it again on my blog.

There is so much about his character that hasn't been explored and a book or comic book would be a great way to continue his story. Finn is one of my favorite characters from the Disney Star Wars trilogy. But he was so underutilized and his story went absolutely no where after The Force Awakens. As much as I love Rey Palpatine (yes, I call her by that name, I'll post why at another time), I wish Finn had been the Jedi. He had such an interesting story of being a child who had been taken by the First Order brainwashed and trained to be a Stormtrooper. He overcame his conditioning and joined the heroes of the Resistance. And if that wasn't already interesting, can you imagine how it would have been if he had found out that he was a Jedi as well. That would have been so cool to see.

I feel like with Rey, I've seen her story before with Anakin and Luke Skywalker. It didn't feel new or different because like Anakin and Luke, she was from a desert planet and similar to Luke she later found out she was related to someone evil. But if Finn was the Jedi, it would have been something different and not something that was rehashed like with Rey.

I keep hoping he will get a book or comic book series and I will keep pushing for it and answering this question every time I see or hear it being asked. I really want to see Finn continue with his hero's journey as a General of the Resistance and also becoming a Jedi. I do like that The Rise of Skywalker showed scenes where he was very much in tune with the Force and could sense things happening. I just want to see that continue.

Art of the Day: Poe Dameron and Finn

Artwork: Poe and Finn by Moragot Bodharamik

Art of the Day: Finn and Poe Dameron

Artwork: Rendezvous by PayRoo

Fandom Friday: Why doesn't Finn have a Star Wars novel or comic book series?

There are a lot of upcoming Star Wars books that will be released soon but so far I haven't seen any that will focus or center on Finn. Why doesn't he have a novel or comic book series yet? I do hope that will change soon.

I thought Finn was so underutilized in the sequel trilogy, he's such an interesting character because he went from being a Stormtrooper to pursuing a more heroic destiny. His backstory is so interesting and I want to know more about his past where he was kidnapped and trained to be a soldier for the First Order. What was his life like during that time in his life? What sort of training did he receive? Was The Force Awakens the first time he fought his programming or was he often subjected to reprogramming? How did being one of the few to face Kylo Ren and survive affect him after he woke up from being in a coma? I don't think that was ever properly dealt with in The Last Jedi.

I would also love if there was a post-The Rise of Skywalker novel that explored his new found Force Sensitivity and how he will deal with it. Will he train with Rey to develop his connection with the Force to become a Jedi or not? It would also be interesting to see how his new abilities are incorporated as he tries to help rebuild the Republic as one of the new Generals. Also will he finally tell Poe Dameron about being Force Sensitive or continue to hold on to his secret. It would also be cool if there was a book that finally made a relationship between Finn and Poe official, it would be a great way to end a Finn trilogy book series.

(Finn   Star Wars: The Force Awakens)

Art of the Day: Finn and Poe Dameron

Artwork: StormPilot by Rowan Kingsbury (electricgale)

Finn and Poe Dameron: The Wasted Potential of a Star Wars Love Story

I don't know why Disney is so afraid to show a romantic relationship between Star Wars characters Finn and Poe Dameron and as Oscar Isaac (who plays Poe) said it seems like a "natural progression" between these two characters. Director J.J. Abrams recently stated that there is no romance between Finn and Poe but I have to ask, why not? Especially since the characters have great chemistry and the actors John Boyega and Oscar Isaac both support the idea of their characters being in a relationship.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker "They Fly Now" Clip

This is a cool action packed scene from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker but it's the reaction from C-3PO, Finn and Poe that made me laugh so much. I can't believe after they saw stromtroopers flying using jet packs they each repeated "they fly now". I wouldn't be surprised if Chewbacca said the same thing. Especially, since he said something first.

That little bit of dialogue was so unexpectedly funny that it stood out more than the action. What do you think ridiculously funny or just ridiculous?

Question of the Day: Do You Think Finn and Poe Dameron Should Have a Star Wars Movie or TV Series?

These two pictures from the upcoming Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker movie makes me wish that Finn and Poe Dameron had their own spin-off movie or TV series. Who wouldn't want to see the space adventures of Finn and Poe? I know I would. I also think it would be cool if Chewbacca and Rose Tico made guest appearances joining the duo in a few of their adventures as well.

I could see a series focusing on Poe and Finn traveling throughout space helping people and fighting against The First Order and also developing a relationship between these two. A series would give the writers more time to expand on the easy and magnetic chemistry between Finn and Poe into a compelling romance.

I always found it fascinating that some Star Wars fans called Finn a coward and a traitor when as a stormtrooper he left The First Order. To me, I consider that to be unbelievably brave that he chose to break free from the brainwashing of the oppressive and hateful regime that he was a part of. Leaving made it possible for Finn to find out who and what he was capable of as well as become a hero. Meanwhile, I find Poe to also be very brave but he's rather impulsive which can lead him to act without thinking and cause huge mistakes. I love that he truly believes in fighting injustice and helping people.

Finn and Poe are such interesting characters and I think if they had a movie or TV series they would get the screen time they deserved and along with more time to explore their story.

Trailer for "Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker"

I know most have seen this trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, I meant to post it several days ago but I was still processing it. I'm excited to see this movie, I think it's going to be a thrilling finale to the series. It's really good seeing Lando back and I love that this trailer has a lot of Finn/Poe scenes but it's also sad seeing General Leia and that scene of C-3PO. I hope it doesn't mean this will be the end of the know-it-all droid, he's one of my favorite characters. If it is, I just hope they give him a proper send off.

I can't believe it's the end of this chapter of Star Wars, we all know it's not truly the end of this franchise just the end of the Skywalker saga. The movie will be in theatres Friday, December 20th.

Non-Canon Couples Week: Day #1: Finn and Poe Dameron

It's been three years since I posted my first Non-Canon Couples Week and since I have so many favorites I wanted to post some more. I'm starting the first day with one of my favorite Star Wars non-canon couples: Finn and Poe Dameron.

I have been rooting for Finn and Poe to be a couple since the moment they met in The Force Awakens when Finn (or FN-2187) deserted The First Order to help Poe. However, even more so when they reunited at the Resistance Base because at that point Finn thought Poe was dead. So, he was definitely shocked to find the pilot still alive and not to mention he got to keep Poe's jacket after Poe delivered the iconic line "keep it, it suits you". It's hard to overlook the flirty vibe between them especially with Poe biting his lip while stared at Finn.

Not since Princess Leia and Han Solo in the original Star Wars trilogy have I been rooting for two characters to be in a relationship. Poe and Finn have such a wonderful chemistry that they could have had an equally iconic and amazing love story if given the chance.

As much as I would love for Disney to make FinnPoe cannon, I doubt it will happen because they would have acknowledged or confirmed it in The Last Jedi. So, unless they plan on surprising us FinnPoe fans with something in The Rise of Skywalker, it's most likely won't happen.

Even if it doesn't happen, I don't need it to be official to still be a fan of this would-be couple.

Artwork: Finn and Poe by Monika (moishpain)

Art of the Day: Finn and Poe

Artwork: StormPilot by ewasarts

Art of the Day: Poe Dameron and Finn

Artwork: StormPilot by caezhel

Art of the Day: Finn

Artwork: Finn by DarthFar