Rogue Squadron Movie announced!

By All Shields Forward, in X-Wing Off-Topic

I've seen people upset that this has a possibility to be after the sequels. Here’s a reason why, in my opinion, it could work well.

You see, after the sequels there is a huge power vacuum. For the first time in Millenia, there seems to be no central government or authority. People are on their own. Now, while we could get a new new republic, I’d rather not go this route.

instead how about a group of pilots that are brought together, a Rogue Squadron of you will, to help defend a planet? This could be First Order Remnant, Hutts, any crime syndicate or pirates. True the Seven Samurai story has been done often in Star Wars, but it’s a good story. Throw in a focus on space combat, mix in a bit of the A-team and it could be a great series - drawing inspiration from the books, but doing it’s own thing.

But the proposed setting details I outline above, make it all work. Welling doing mercenaries doing what they can to help people, despite having no authorization, unsanctioned because there is no central government, seems to truly fit the name and spirit of Rogue Squadron.

On 12/11/2020 at 1:22 PM, CaptainJaguarShark said:

Well, maybe. I think this might actually be AFTER the sequels. " and move the saga into the future era of the galaxy," certainly sounds like we're going somewhere we haven't been already in the timeline. I'm expecting just-post-sequel-trilogy as the logo appears to feature a T-70 or something similar.

Star Wars: Rogue Squadron logo

That is most definitely a T-65

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Guys, prep for a post-ST storyline on this. Yes, it’s a T-65. That said, they may feel like they have more freedom post saga movies. This timeline has already crushed the original legends Rogue squadron post-Endor.

The plus side, if I’m wrong, everybody will be happy. Including me.

All the things I’m hearing from trusted sources are stating all the new announcements will be taking place pre sequels except Acolyte.

26 minutes ago, Vykk Draygo said:

All the things I’m hearing from trusted sources are stating all the new announcements will be taking place pre sequels except Acolyte.

Isn't acolyte confirmed as being in the late High Republic era? If your sources are saying it isn't.. well they might be off on other things.

On 12/11/2020 at 3:05 PM, LUZ_TAK said:

The ship in the teaser is clearly a T65.

True. The ship in the logo is clearly a T70, though. We know at least some T65s are still in operation during the ST era. It's not a stretch for both to exist side-by-side.

The "future era" could maybe be the time between OT and ST.

2 minutes ago, CaptainJaguarShark said:

True. The ship in the logo is clearly a T70, though.

Mhhh... doesn't look like a T70 to me... besides the engines, look at the tip of the wings.

Time will tell.

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ah, maybe I am wrong about the logo. we're all just speculating on when things will happen and what the content will be at this point.

On 12/13/2020 at 10:03 AM, LagJanson said:

Guys, prep for a post-ST storyline on this. Yes, it’s a T-65. That said, they may feel like they have more freedom post saga movies. This timeline has already crushed the original legends Rogue squadron post-Endor.

No thanks. I would be perfectly OK with leaving the sequels in the past, with nothing new for them. Unless we get something really good.

4 hours ago, Bravo Null said:

No thanks. I would be perfectly OK with leaving the sequels in the past, with nothing new for them. Unless we get something really good.

Same. Just mentally preparing.

2 hours ago, Silver_leader said:

To add to Imperial Advisor's articles:

https://www.comingsoon.net/movies/news/1158307-rogue-squadron-patty-jenkins-original-story

If this is right, these are indeed very good news :)

I like the Jenkins choice. I think she will try her best to make this a great movie... the question will come to writing and solid effort from all involved...

Still trying hard to read through the lines and get the time period. I would prefer classic era or near after, but well... I’ve been burned enough that I do not write my own story prior to seeing what is put on screen.

On 12/13/2020 at 12:48 PM, Odanan said:

Oh no...

Nah, that's not half engines, rest easy Boys, the bad trilogy can't touch you here ;).

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23 hours ago, Dwing said:

Nah, that's not half engines, rest easy Boys, the bad trilogy can't touch you here ;).

Ignoring the constant kvetching about the sequels; who is to say that there aren't still t-65 xings in that era? Clearly Red 5 was fine to fly after being submerged for decades.

You most certainly COULD have both the t-65 in the post sequel era.

I personally hope it is post sequel.

39 minutes ago, That Blasted Samophlange said:

Ignoring the constant kvetching about the sequels; who is to say that there aren't still t-65 xings in that era? Clearly Red 5 was fine to fly after being submerged for decades.

You most certainly COULD have both the t-65 in the post sequel era.

I personally hope it is post sequel.

Red 5 being able to fly after that treatment could be another fine example to be put on the "reasons this trilogy sucks" list ;)... Besides that my comment was meant to be a comment on what type of x-wing that was and in good a hearted jest.

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Five years and you guys still can't tell a T-65 from a T-70?

And you call yourselves X-Wing players..!

On 12/15/2020 at 11:34 PM, That Blasted Samophlange said:

Ignoring the constant kvetching about the sequels; who is to say that there aren't still t-65 xings in that era? Clearly Red 5 was fine to fly after being submerged for decades.

Completely corroded from seawater, and missing parts from it, incorporated into buildings. It can fly and fight without breaking up. Yeah right.

While you can burn up Kylos Tie (build to withstand space battles in the utterly harsh open space and to withstand atmospheric entries) with some wet wood and twigs on a beach. Yeah right.

The handling of any physics in the ST was absolutely atrocious.

Ignoring the ST crap, the Millennium Falcon and various transport however show that spaceships can be around for a looong time. So maybe T65 could be around. But Fighter craft deteriorate much faster, esp if used in conflicts!

8 hours ago, Managarmr said:

The handling of any physics in the ST was absolutely atrocious.

From the moment A New Hope uses sound in space it is very clear that Star Wars follows its own rules, so does it matter so much? I don't think trying to seek for credible physisc makes sense in any of the movies, not just the sequels.

On 12/10/2020 at 11:55 PM, That Blasted Samophlange said:

Just.. one show/movie WITHOUT the force.. please.

Your in the SW universe. The Force is kinda the whole point. I think your looking for the Star Trek aisle, which also has a bunch of great new stuff lately 😁 😜

1 hour ago, xanatos135 said:

From the moment A New Hope uses sound in space it is very clear that Star Wars follows its own rules, so does it matter so much? I don't think trying to seek for credible physisc makes sense in any of the movies, not just the sequels.

Depends on where it hurts physics and how much and what is the (often storytelling) aim.

Yes, sound in space is stupid out of physics point in view. But a battle without any sound and seeker missiles fired 100 of kilometers away at unseen enemies would be boring to view. So it is acceptable. And a known perimeter of Star Wars. As is the force.

But a space fighter burned up with the help of wet wood and flotsam, or quicksand which simultaneously is the stable(!) roof of a cave, breaks suspension so much. At least for me, it is just so bad I cringe.

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On 12/20/2020 at 7:30 AM, Managarmr said:

The handling of any physics in the ST was absolutely atrocious.

Literally all of Star Wars ignores realistic physics.

On 12/20/2020 at 8:30 AM, Managarmr said:

The handling of any physics in the ST was absolutely atrocious.

Pffft...