As the 6-episode arc discussing the Clone Wars begins to wind down, the guys dissected what they considered to be one of the best-written seasons in the show. With intense dialogue surrounding Darth Maul to impactful decisions made on Onderon and with Ahsoka Tano, the scripts seemed to have been much improved as the show wound down.
Ben made connections to the Onderon arc and how similar their tactics are to the Rebel Alliance we see in Episode IV - guerrilla warfare, calculated strikes, receiving aid from outside help (Hondo), and even using separatist weapons against them (similar to Chewbacca's hijacking of an AT-ST). He also noted that his favorite arc was the Driod Arc with Meebur Gascon due to its timelessness, character development and sense of adventure.
Zac enjoyed the discussion on Darth Maul's rise to power on Mandalore and how several stories were finally completed in the four episodes the arc covered. Maul finally has his revenge, Satine and Savage both meet their fate, we learn the importance of Bo-Katan, Almec is almost rewarded for being a black market dealer, and we learn how an alliance between a people with honor does not last long with people who lack honor. "Another weakness," as Savage Opress mentioned. Yet with so many stories finished, there were many questions left unanswered by the series. One of them being answered in comic-form is what exactly Sidious had planned for Maul after removing him from power on the Death Watch's homeworld.
Ben's favorite episode: The Lawless
Zac's favorite episode: Revival
Quote of the Night:
"It's really about the new generation of characters, we're just there to lend our support and grow contractually obligated beards."- Mark Hamill, on Episode VII
NEWS:
San Diego Comic Con produced many announcements regarding series, and one of the most anticipated was from the October premier of Star Wars Rebels. Some lucky few who attended SDCC saw the first two episodes.
For those of us unable to go, there were several teasers. One of such was a 2-minute teaser about the series as a whole.
A second video clip released had the star - Ezra - and Zeb as they hijack a TIE Fighter.
A third, very impressive clip contained Kanan defending Ezra in a lightsaber duel with the Inquisitor.
Some other Star Wars News released was that some untold Clone Wars stories about Asajj Ventress and Quinlan Vos were to be released in a novel by Christie Golden. The book is due Summer of 2015.
Firefly fans clamoring for extra material will be pleased to know that the entire cast of the series is set to return to do their own voices in the online game. Alan Tudyk will be performing Wash's voice along with some other miscellaneous characters, see if you can tell who while you're playing!
Mockingbird announced to appear as a regular in Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D season two. In the same breath, Lucy Lawless of Xena fame was said to be on the show as well, and it was announced within 48 hours of this announcement. Whether they are the same role or we will be getting Mockingbord and Lawless as a "standard" Agent is still to be determined.
Other pieces released and seen at SDCC 2014 included a teaser for Batman v. Superman, a trailer for the CW's 3rd season of Arrow, and materials to be used in Universal Studios' Jurassic World.
#BBQWatch: Favorite sides with BBQ?
Everybody has a favorite side that they'll eat with their BBQ, and it changes variously based on preference and region. From Cole Slaw to Corn, there's no end to options. The guys tried to find a top 3, but it proved harder than expected.
Ben's top 3 (in no particular order):
1. Baked Beans
2. Fries
3. Baked Potato Salad (see picture)
Zac's top 3 (in no particular order):
1. Buttered Roll
2. Fries
3. Fried Okra
What are your favorite BBQ sides? Write us on our Facebook page www.facebook.com/intergalacticpeacecoalition or on twitter @IPC1138 and use hashtag #bbqwatch
Baked Potato Salad
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Jurassic World Jeep
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Asajj Ventress/Quinlan Vos Novel
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Benedict Cumberbatch & Lego Smaug at SDCC 2014
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