Summary
TheStar Warsuniverse is home to a plethora of different factions, and it seems as thoughStar Wars Outlawsis going to be diving head-first into a good number of them. Front and center ofStar Wars Outlawsare the five syndicatesthat rule the galaxy’s criminal underworld: the Zerek Besh, the Pykes, Crimson Dawn, the Ashiga Clan, and the Hutts.
Despite playing a prominent role in the origins of manyStar Warscharacters, the criminal syndicates have rarely been explored in big-budgetStar Warsmedia, only really appearing inSolo: A Star Wars Storyand a handful of comics over the years. But each of the criminal syndicates will get plenty of time to shine inStar Wars Outlaws, and with the Empire still being the dominant force in the galaxy at this point in the timeline, players are sure to see plenty of that faction as well. But there’s one moreStar Warsfaction thatOutlawsshould include.
Star Wars Outlaws Should Shed More Light on The Mandalorians
Star Wars Outlaws Could Show The Mandalorians' Different Ways of Life
SetbetweenStar Wars: The Empire Strikes BackandStar Wars: Return of the Jedi,Star Wars Outlawstechnically takes place between the years of 3ABY and 4ABY, with ABY meaning “After the Battle of Yavin.” At this point in the timeline, Mandalorians are still a fairly common sight in the galaxy. Many Mandalorians still live on their home planet of Mandalore, though the never-ending civil wars between the different Mandalorian sub-factions have led some Mandalorians to seek their own path elsewhere, resulting in the formation of Tribes spread across the galaxy, and lone wolves who turn to professions like bounty hunting or smuggling.
Star Wars Outlawsis perfectly primed to give fans a brief look at the Mandalorian faction during this period, something only a few pieces ofStar Warsmedia have done so far.Star Wars Outlawscould have protagonist Kay Vess meet one or two different Mandalorians along her planet-hopping journey, potentially having two different outlooks on Mandalorian culture. For instance, players could meet a former soldier who’s fled the fighting on Mandalore and a Mandalorian who’s grown up in the highly religiousChildren of the Watch. While Mandalorians have always been a fan-favorite faction, their unique ways of life have become even more intriguing after the release of Disney+‘sThe Mandalorian, and it’d be great to see that further fleshed out inStar Wars Outlaws.
Star Wars Outlaws Should Show The Rising Tensions Between The Empire and Mandalorians
Unfortunately, any chance meeting with a Mandalorian inStar Wars Outlawswould come with a fairly ominous, tragic undertone, at least for those aware of the faction’s lore. Just around a year afterStar Wars Outlaws’ events, the Empire conducts itsPurge of Mandalore, where the vast majority of the planet’s citizens are eradicated, and the few Mandalorians left are scattered across the galaxy.
At this point intheStar Warstimeline, tensions between the Mandalorians and the Empire would be at an all-time high. Though the Mandalorian faction is constantly warring with itself for control over its home planet, it unites under one banner to fight back against the Empire whenever it rears its head. But this hasn’t stopped the Empire from wanting to control the Mandalorian people. It would be interesting to see this tension appear in some form inStar Wars Outlaws, though, of course, it shouldn’t take away from Kay Vess' story.
Star Wars Outlaws
WHERE TO PLAY
Experience the first-ever open world Star Wars game and explore distinct planets across the galaxy, both iconic and new. Risk it all as Kay Vess, an emerging scoundrel seeking freedom and the means to start a new life. Fight, steal, & outwit your way through the galaxy’s crime syndicates as you join the galaxy’s most wanted. If you’re willing to take the risk, the galaxy is full of opportunity.DISCOVER A GALAXY OF OPPORTUNITYExplore distinct planets with bustling cities and cantinas before racing across sprawling outdoor landscapes on your speeder. Each planet brings new adventures, unique challenges, and enticing rewards if you’re willing to take the risk.EXPERIENCE AN ORIGINAL SCOUNDREL STORYLive the high-stakes lifestyle of an outlaw. With Nix by your side, turn any situation to your advantage: fight with your blaster, overcome enemies with stealth and gadgets, or find the right moments to distract enemies and gain the upper hand.EMBARK ON HIGH-STAKES MISSIONSTake on high-risk, high-reward missions from the galaxy’s crime syndicates. Steal valuable goods, infiltrate secret locations, and outwit enemies as one of the galaxy’s most wanted. Every choice you make influences your ever-changing reputation.JUMP INTO THE PILOT SEATPilot your ship, The Trailblazer, as you engage in thrilling dogfights with The Empire and other foes, finding the right opportunities to chase, evade, and attack to get the upper hand.
