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In 1977, the world of film was introduced to a little film called Star Wars. The brainchild of George Lucas, Star Wars revolutionized the way films were made. As the years went on, Star Wars was followed by two sequels: The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Undoubtedly, Star Wars was big, and it was only inevitable that it gain theme park presence. The collaboration of George Lucas and the Imagineers in Disneyland was a mythic dream fit for the young and the young-at-heart. “When we started discussing the idea,” says Tony Baxter, “George immediately saw the potential. But he wanted to put a new twist on the story. Disneyland has always been known as a place where nothing could go wrong. In this show, something would go wrong.” The cause of the “intentional misadventure” of what would be called Star Tours was a friendly, well-meaning, but totally incompetent, droid pilot named Rex.
Star Tours, which opened at Disneyland in California on January 9, 1987, and at Disney-MGM Studios on December 15, 1989, was inspired by the original Star Wars trilogy, and was the first ever theme park attraction to use flight simulator technology. On board the StarSpeeder 3000, the rookie pilot Rex would take passengers on a harrowing flight into deep space, encountering icy comets and deadly TIE Fighters, all before destroying an inexplicable third Death Star.
When the Disney-MGM Studios opened on May 1, 1989, the park’s biggest highlight was the Backstage Studio Tour. Taking up the entire back half of the park, this was a half-day tour showcasing the latest and greatest in film production. However, as time wore on, and the land taking up the Tour area gradually shrunk as new theme park experiences moved in -- Muppet Studios, Voyage of the Little Mermaid, Toy Story Mania, etc. -- it was clear that the tour was on its last legs. Also not helping matters was the petty competition a few miles away…
Imagine... it’s 2010. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has just opened at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. It’s a real game-changer, too; revolutionizing the way movies are represented in theme parks. Fully-immersive, right down to the smallest detail, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter truly put guests in Hogsmeade. Many people go on record saying that Universal was at last able to beat Disney at its own game. Now that the Boy Who Lived had made his mark in theme park history, it seemed almost impossible to find something to top it.
Rumors started swirling around in 2011, with sources varying on what Disney was going to do next. Then, on August 15, 2015, their rebuttal was officially announced. As part of the “New Era of Movie Magic” that was being advertised for Disney’s Hollywoodland at that year’s D23 Expo, it was announced that -- in addition to the already-announced Middle Earth, which began construction the year prior -- three more new lands were announced. Two would replace New York Street and the Backlot Tour: Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge; and the third was built on a parking lot behind the land that would become Galaxy’s Edge.
Thus, on April 4th, 2016, the Backlot Tour took its last ride, Residential Street and Catastrophe Canyon welcomed their final guests, Enchanted: Live on Stage played its final performance at the Backlot Theater, and guests played at the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure for the last time. The next day, work walls separated the area from Muppet Studios. The lights that used to be part of the famed Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights would later be donated to the Give Kids the World Village as part of their Night of a Million Lights. Well over three years after New York Street closed, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Disney’s Hollywoodland on August 29, 2019, three months after Disneyland’s opened on May 31.
Galaxy’s Edge is set around the distant planet of Batuu, at some point in time in-between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker. When we step foot onto Batuu, we are in its largest village: a settlement known as Black Spire Outpost. Black Spire Outpost is a thriving destination for those who would prefer to go about their business unnoticed - scoundrels, rogues, smugglers and, recently, whispers in the woods reporting sightings of individuals associated with the Resistance. Amid the omnipresent brew of conflict in the galaxy, sits an exotic outpost surrounded by a beautiful forest landscape dominated by the petrified remains of towering ancient trees, from which Black Spire Outpost draws its name. The modern village is built on the remains of crumbling structures built by a long-extinct civilization. Chat with the locals, and meet travelers from across the galaxy. Wander a street market filled with rare and unusual artifacts - and more than a few hidden treasures.
The main entrance to Galaxy’s Edge is from Muppet Studios. A grey-walled tunnel bridges the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the galaxy far, far away...
Upon entering Batuu, you’ll find yourself in the wilderness on the outskirts of Black Spire Outpost, an area teeming with life and substance. Unusual creatures and droid-tracks scar the mud-hardened traveler's road. Peculiar sounds and mating calls fill the towering trees and alien underbrush. Broken-down droids and forgotten parts litter the sides of the beaten path. And, perhaps most notably, the proud craft of Resistance fighters, including a life-size X-Wing, have docked for safety in this hidden oasis.
Chewbacca, Rey and other members of the Resistance have established a base camp in the Batuu forest. The First Order wouldn’t dare comb these untamed wilds... Rendezvous with other Resistance allies in a forested area near the ancient Jedi ruins. There, members of the Resistance have set up a secret makeshift post at Resistance Supply. We can stock up on essential gear and supplies so we are better prepared to take on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.
I’ve said this on the forums many times before, but I have refused to look up the plot of this ride or see any videos or photos of it, because I want the first time I see it to be when I ride it in person. All I know about this ride is this: You, being members of the Resistance, are being sent on a mission to help take down the First Order. But of course, in keeping with the proud tradition set by Star Tours, something goes horribly wrong and you’re caught in the crossfire of an epic battle between good and evil. The ride has been met with glowing reception, with many hailing it as one of Disney’s best rides to date, and some Star Wars fans going so far as to say it’s a better Episode 9 than Episode 9!
Beyond this vast wilderness is Black Spire Outpost itself. Upon our arrival in Black Spire Outpost, we are immediately cast into an authentic re-creation of a Star Wars spaceport, complete with alien lifeforms wandering the streets, droids and spacecraft whirring past, signs and messages written in Aurebesh. There are a bevy of things to see and do here, so we will explore Black Spire Outpost in a circular manner, beginning with what lies in store as we enter past Rise of the Resistance. First, we come across the Black Spire Marketplace, an eclectic bazaar reminiscent of the real-world Middle East and South Asia. The open-air shops and eateries are all of a unique and exotic flavor. As we wander the market, we follow the intoxicating scent of grilled meat wafting through the air.
Ronto Roasters is a favorite stop for crews preparing for their next mission. Inside, spot the hanging podracer engine heating up a spit of meats. A pitmaster droid turns the mechanical spit, grilling a large side of ronto - a massive beast native to Tatooine. The colorful Kat Saka’s Kettle is an eclectic snack shop, where grains from all over the galaxy are on display. Order a generous, piping-hot helping of this popular and flavorful local specialty popcorn and enjoy it in our exploration of the marketplace.
Shopping for your next excursion through the Outer Rim? Need a new robe to greet the ambassador of your home planet, or just want to pick up some casual garb to blend in with the locals? Then Black Spire Outfitters is the shop for you. No galactic traveler should return home empty-handed. Here in this humble, jumbled shop called Toydarian Toymaker, we’ll find all manner of artisanal playthings and collectibles handmade by the grotesque toymaker, Zabaka the Toydarian. Her fantastical storefront is cluttered with crates of toymaking supplies and other works in progress - including a tauntaun rocking horse. Zabaka’s silhouette is often visible through the frosted back window of her workshop as she flits around crafting Wookiee dolls and classic games like chance cubes and sabacc.
At the exotic Creature Stall, you’re free to explore as you peek into cages and crates filled with hard-to-find fuzzballs from across the galaxy. Bina, the stall’s proprietor, scours star systems to keep this storefront stocked with unique companions for her customers. Marvel at a large collection of cackling Kowakian monkey-lizards, the rambunctious pets popular with shadowy underworld figures—including Hutts. Most of the creatures here are available for purchase (restrictions may apply to rathtars). Contrary to its name, The Jewels of Bith does not sell jewelry. It instead offers a wide variety of trinkets -- T-shirts, mugs, misters, mini Millennium Falcons -- to commemorate our visit to Batuu.
Hungry travelers can fuel up on galactic grub at the local Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo. At this restaurant housed in a working hangar bay, choose from a variety of dishes prepared with exotic ingredients - all of it delicious, but none of it familiar. Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs has docked a food freighter loaded with fresh supplies and he's ready to satisfy the appetite of visitors and locals alike with an array of unique offerings. His planet-hopping travels allow him to prepare fare with unusual flavors that delight customers.
At the farthest back point in Black Spire Outpost, you’ll find one of the most iconic images in the Star Wars mythos: the Millennium Falcon. And within the mountains surrounding the Falcon, Weequay pirate Hondo Ohnaka is looking for discreet flight crews to deliver a backlog of hard-to-find items to particular clientele - no experience necessary!
In an attempt to go “legitimate,” former pirate Hondo has established Ohnaka Transport Solutions on Batuu. Despite his best claims, Transport Solutions is, in reality, a front for smuggling. After the Battle of Crait, the Millennium Falcon landed on Batuu, where the Resistance established a base outside the Outpost. Ohnaka made a deal with Chewbacca to use the ship, and hired us, a temporary crew, to take part in one or more of Ohnaka's jobs, most often tasked with hijacking First Order supplies. Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run is our chance to ride in the famous cockpit of the Millennium Falcon on a daring flight - and whether you’re pilot, engineer or gunner, every role is crucial!
Welcome to the local cantina, specifically, Oga’s Cantina, where smugglers, bounty hunters, rogue traders and weary travelers of all ages come together to refuel, enjoy music and conduct business - no questions asked. With an expansive menu of exotic concoctions for young ones and adults, the cantina is a welcome rest stop before our upcoming galactic journey. We enjoy the bold musical entertainment courtesy of the eclectic DJ R3X. The cantina adheres to Oga Garra’s strict code of conduct, but patrons can be...unpredictable, so just keep your head down - and drink casual. Oga’s Cantina specializes in fantastical drinks sourced with ingredients from across the galaxy that will delight even the youngest crew members. To order selections with alcohol - like the Jedi Mind Trick cocktail, Bad Motivator IPA or Toniray wine - they will need to see your identification.
Dok-Ondar is the Ithorian you seek for selling and buying rare and uniquely-valued (and acquired) items, antiques and artifacts from across the galaxy and spanning all eras of history. Hidden inside Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities, we’ll encounter a rotating collection of unique items that include everything from jewelry, to ancient tools, to rare kyber crystals, to statues - and even a collection of famous lightsabers. The eclectic assortment of goods comes from many different planets and eras. How Dok-Ondar acquired all of these treasures, no one knows. Some secrets are better off kept that way. Other secrets are better off kept for sale on the shelves of Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. A constant presence in his den, Dok-Ondar resonates with something mysterious, enigmatic and almost mystical - and so do the objects he gathers. His shop is packed with crates, boxes and assorted carvings, and a close inspection reveals that each object has its own story to tell. Everything is carefully curated and arranged according to an unknown order. When one stumbles upon something, they might wonder - did they discover it by chance or were they meant to find it?
A group known as the “Gatherers” usher us into a convert workshop packed with unusual parts, whimsical pieces and miscellaneous memorabilia collected from the far reaches of the galaxy. Under their guidance, you can construct your very own lightsaber and bring it to life through the power of kyber crystals in Savi’s Workshop. Builders beware - you must protect the shop’s secrecy to avoid being discovered by the First Order! Once your lightsaber is complete (purchase required!), you’ll be ready to embark on incredible new adventures - from the far reaches of Wild Space to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!
Ah, but a lightsaber isn’t the only thing you can build at Galaxy’s Edge. The Droid Depot is a workshop stocked with parts, chips, manuals and other tech items useful for constructing one's very own droid, one of the galaxy's most indispensable sidekicks. First, register your choice of the BB-series unit or R-series unit with the clerk, who’ll provide a basket and blueprint for parts. Next, proceed to the assembly line and begin the droid-building experience at the Parts Station and Build Station.
A resourceful astromech droid, R2-D2 has shown great bravery in rescuing his masters and their friends from many perils. He formed an unlikely but enduring friendship with the fussy protocol droid C-3PO. Both C-3PO and R2-D2 can be found wandering near the Droid Depot in search of “Master Rey.” And if you’re wondering...she and Chewbacca can often be found roaming the streets of Batuu, trying to elude the First Order.
No visit to Batuu is complete without a frosty confection from the Milk Stand. The vendors at this quirky stall offer travelers an invigorating, refreshing drink that's a favorite among the locals. Luke Skywalker can be seen enjoying blue milk in the original Star Wars and green milk in The Last Jedi. Both these exotic delicacies are enjoyed here.
The First Order has arrived on Batuu in pursuit of the Resistance. Report for duty and make your way to Docking Bay 9 where the First Order has set up the temporary First Order Cargo post next to their shuttle, and all to win the hearts and minds of the locals. Kylo Ren and his elite Stormtroopers disembark from their shuttle and patrol the streets of the Outpost. Be ever so mindful as you step over to the Dark Side and encounter this imposing Supreme Leader of the First Order.
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Well, we've gone through most of Disney's Hollywoodland now. There's still one more land, and it's the one that I decided to add in last minute, so I've saved it for last. What will it be? Well, that will be for you to find out later on.
And I should point out that the introduction to this land, as well as the vast land descriptions themselves, came mostly from @MANEATINGWREATH, so credit to him!
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Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
“A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…”
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge
“A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away…”
In 1977, the world of film was introduced to a little film called Star Wars. The brainchild of George Lucas, Star Wars revolutionized the way films were made. As the years went on, Star Wars was followed by two sequels: The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Undoubtedly, Star Wars was big, and it was only inevitable that it gain theme park presence. The collaboration of George Lucas and the Imagineers in Disneyland was a mythic dream fit for the young and the young-at-heart. “When we started discussing the idea,” says Tony Baxter, “George immediately saw the potential. But he wanted to put a new twist on the story. Disneyland has always been known as a place where nothing could go wrong. In this show, something would go wrong.” The cause of the “intentional misadventure” of what would be called Star Tours was a friendly, well-meaning, but totally incompetent, droid pilot named Rex.
Star Tours, which opened at Disneyland in California on January 9, 1987, and at Disney-MGM Studios on December 15, 1989, was inspired by the original Star Wars trilogy, and was the first ever theme park attraction to use flight simulator technology. On board the StarSpeeder 3000, the rookie pilot Rex would take passengers on a harrowing flight into deep space, encountering icy comets and deadly TIE Fighters, all before destroying an inexplicable third Death Star.
When the Disney-MGM Studios opened on May 1, 1989, the park’s biggest highlight was the Backstage Studio Tour. Taking up the entire back half of the park, this was a half-day tour showcasing the latest and greatest in film production. However, as time wore on, and the land taking up the Tour area gradually shrunk as new theme park experiences moved in -- Muppet Studios, Voyage of the Little Mermaid, Toy Story Mania, etc. -- it was clear that the tour was on its last legs. Also not helping matters was the petty competition a few miles away…
Imagine... it’s 2010. The Wizarding World of Harry Potter has just opened at Universal’s Islands of Adventure. It’s a real game-changer, too; revolutionizing the way movies are represented in theme parks. Fully-immersive, right down to the smallest detail, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter truly put guests in Hogsmeade. Many people go on record saying that Universal was at last able to beat Disney at its own game. Now that the Boy Who Lived had made his mark in theme park history, it seemed almost impossible to find something to top it.
Rumors started swirling around in 2011, with sources varying on what Disney was going to do next. Then, on August 15, 2015, their rebuttal was officially announced. As part of the “New Era of Movie Magic” that was being advertised for Disney’s Hollywoodland at that year’s D23 Expo, it was announced that -- in addition to the already-announced Middle Earth, which began construction the year prior -- three more new lands were announced. Two would replace New York Street and the Backlot Tour: Toy Story Land and Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge; and the third was built on a parking lot behind the land that would become Galaxy’s Edge.
Thus, on April 4th, 2016, the Backlot Tour took its last ride, Residential Street and Catastrophe Canyon welcomed their final guests, Enchanted: Live on Stage played its final performance at the Backlot Theater, and guests played at the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set Adventure for the last time. The next day, work walls separated the area from Muppet Studios. The lights that used to be part of the famed Osborne Family Spectacle of Dancing Lights would later be donated to the Give Kids the World Village as part of their Night of a Million Lights. Well over three years after New York Street closed, Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge opened at Disney’s Hollywoodland on August 29, 2019, three months after Disneyland’s opened on May 31.
Galaxy’s Edge is set around the distant planet of Batuu, at some point in time in-between The Last Jedi and The Rise of Skywalker. When we step foot onto Batuu, we are in its largest village: a settlement known as Black Spire Outpost. Black Spire Outpost is a thriving destination for those who would prefer to go about their business unnoticed - scoundrels, rogues, smugglers and, recently, whispers in the woods reporting sightings of individuals associated with the Resistance. Amid the omnipresent brew of conflict in the galaxy, sits an exotic outpost surrounded by a beautiful forest landscape dominated by the petrified remains of towering ancient trees, from which Black Spire Outpost draws its name. The modern village is built on the remains of crumbling structures built by a long-extinct civilization. Chat with the locals, and meet travelers from across the galaxy. Wander a street market filled with rare and unusual artifacts - and more than a few hidden treasures.
The main entrance to Galaxy’s Edge is from Muppet Studios. A grey-walled tunnel bridges the glitz and glamour of Hollywood to the galaxy far, far away...
Upon entering Batuu, you’ll find yourself in the wilderness on the outskirts of Black Spire Outpost, an area teeming with life and substance. Unusual creatures and droid-tracks scar the mud-hardened traveler's road. Peculiar sounds and mating calls fill the towering trees and alien underbrush. Broken-down droids and forgotten parts litter the sides of the beaten path. And, perhaps most notably, the proud craft of Resistance fighters, including a life-size X-Wing, have docked for safety in this hidden oasis.
Chewbacca, Rey and other members of the Resistance have established a base camp in the Batuu forest. The First Order wouldn’t dare comb these untamed wilds... Rendezvous with other Resistance allies in a forested area near the ancient Jedi ruins. There, members of the Resistance have set up a secret makeshift post at Resistance Supply. We can stock up on essential gear and supplies so we are better prepared to take on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance.
I’ve said this on the forums many times before, but I have refused to look up the plot of this ride or see any videos or photos of it, because I want the first time I see it to be when I ride it in person. All I know about this ride is this: You, being members of the Resistance, are being sent on a mission to help take down the First Order. But of course, in keeping with the proud tradition set by Star Tours, something goes horribly wrong and you’re caught in the crossfire of an epic battle between good and evil. The ride has been met with glowing reception, with many hailing it as one of Disney’s best rides to date, and some Star Wars fans going so far as to say it’s a better Episode 9 than Episode 9!
Beyond this vast wilderness is Black Spire Outpost itself. Upon our arrival in Black Spire Outpost, we are immediately cast into an authentic re-creation of a Star Wars spaceport, complete with alien lifeforms wandering the streets, droids and spacecraft whirring past, signs and messages written in Aurebesh. There are a bevy of things to see and do here, so we will explore Black Spire Outpost in a circular manner, beginning with what lies in store as we enter past Rise of the Resistance. First, we come across the Black Spire Marketplace, an eclectic bazaar reminiscent of the real-world Middle East and South Asia. The open-air shops and eateries are all of a unique and exotic flavor. As we wander the market, we follow the intoxicating scent of grilled meat wafting through the air.
Ronto Roasters is a favorite stop for crews preparing for their next mission. Inside, spot the hanging podracer engine heating up a spit of meats. A pitmaster droid turns the mechanical spit, grilling a large side of ronto - a massive beast native to Tatooine. The colorful Kat Saka’s Kettle is an eclectic snack shop, where grains from all over the galaxy are on display. Order a generous, piping-hot helping of this popular and flavorful local specialty popcorn and enjoy it in our exploration of the marketplace.
Shopping for your next excursion through the Outer Rim? Need a new robe to greet the ambassador of your home planet, or just want to pick up some casual garb to blend in with the locals? Then Black Spire Outfitters is the shop for you. No galactic traveler should return home empty-handed. Here in this humble, jumbled shop called Toydarian Toymaker, we’ll find all manner of artisanal playthings and collectibles handmade by the grotesque toymaker, Zabaka the Toydarian. Her fantastical storefront is cluttered with crates of toymaking supplies and other works in progress - including a tauntaun rocking horse. Zabaka’s silhouette is often visible through the frosted back window of her workshop as she flits around crafting Wookiee dolls and classic games like chance cubes and sabacc.
At the exotic Creature Stall, you’re free to explore as you peek into cages and crates filled with hard-to-find fuzzballs from across the galaxy. Bina, the stall’s proprietor, scours star systems to keep this storefront stocked with unique companions for her customers. Marvel at a large collection of cackling Kowakian monkey-lizards, the rambunctious pets popular with shadowy underworld figures—including Hutts. Most of the creatures here are available for purchase (restrictions may apply to rathtars). Contrary to its name, The Jewels of Bith does not sell jewelry. It instead offers a wide variety of trinkets -- T-shirts, mugs, misters, mini Millennium Falcons -- to commemorate our visit to Batuu.
Hungry travelers can fuel up on galactic grub at the local Docking Bay 7 Food and Cargo. At this restaurant housed in a working hangar bay, choose from a variety of dishes prepared with exotic ingredients - all of it delicious, but none of it familiar. Chef Strono “Cookie” Tuggs has docked a food freighter loaded with fresh supplies and he's ready to satisfy the appetite of visitors and locals alike with an array of unique offerings. His planet-hopping travels allow him to prepare fare with unusual flavors that delight customers.
At the farthest back point in Black Spire Outpost, you’ll find one of the most iconic images in the Star Wars mythos: the Millennium Falcon. And within the mountains surrounding the Falcon, Weequay pirate Hondo Ohnaka is looking for discreet flight crews to deliver a backlog of hard-to-find items to particular clientele - no experience necessary!
In an attempt to go “legitimate,” former pirate Hondo has established Ohnaka Transport Solutions on Batuu. Despite his best claims, Transport Solutions is, in reality, a front for smuggling. After the Battle of Crait, the Millennium Falcon landed on Batuu, where the Resistance established a base outside the Outpost. Ohnaka made a deal with Chewbacca to use the ship, and hired us, a temporary crew, to take part in one or more of Ohnaka's jobs, most often tasked with hijacking First Order supplies. Millennium Falcon: Smuggler’s Run is our chance to ride in the famous cockpit of the Millennium Falcon on a daring flight - and whether you’re pilot, engineer or gunner, every role is crucial!
Welcome to the local cantina, specifically, Oga’s Cantina, where smugglers, bounty hunters, rogue traders and weary travelers of all ages come together to refuel, enjoy music and conduct business - no questions asked. With an expansive menu of exotic concoctions for young ones and adults, the cantina is a welcome rest stop before our upcoming galactic journey. We enjoy the bold musical entertainment courtesy of the eclectic DJ R3X. The cantina adheres to Oga Garra’s strict code of conduct, but patrons can be...unpredictable, so just keep your head down - and drink casual. Oga’s Cantina specializes in fantastical drinks sourced with ingredients from across the galaxy that will delight even the youngest crew members. To order selections with alcohol - like the Jedi Mind Trick cocktail, Bad Motivator IPA or Toniray wine - they will need to see your identification.
Dok-Ondar is the Ithorian you seek for selling and buying rare and uniquely-valued (and acquired) items, antiques and artifacts from across the galaxy and spanning all eras of history. Hidden inside Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities, we’ll encounter a rotating collection of unique items that include everything from jewelry, to ancient tools, to rare kyber crystals, to statues - and even a collection of famous lightsabers. The eclectic assortment of goods comes from many different planets and eras. How Dok-Ondar acquired all of these treasures, no one knows. Some secrets are better off kept that way. Other secrets are better off kept for sale on the shelves of Dok-Ondar’s Den of Antiquities. A constant presence in his den, Dok-Ondar resonates with something mysterious, enigmatic and almost mystical - and so do the objects he gathers. His shop is packed with crates, boxes and assorted carvings, and a close inspection reveals that each object has its own story to tell. Everything is carefully curated and arranged according to an unknown order. When one stumbles upon something, they might wonder - did they discover it by chance or were they meant to find it?
A group known as the “Gatherers” usher us into a convert workshop packed with unusual parts, whimsical pieces and miscellaneous memorabilia collected from the far reaches of the galaxy. Under their guidance, you can construct your very own lightsaber and bring it to life through the power of kyber crystals in Savi’s Workshop. Builders beware - you must protect the shop’s secrecy to avoid being discovered by the First Order! Once your lightsaber is complete (purchase required!), you’ll be ready to embark on incredible new adventures - from the far reaches of Wild Space to Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge!
Ah, but a lightsaber isn’t the only thing you can build at Galaxy’s Edge. The Droid Depot is a workshop stocked with parts, chips, manuals and other tech items useful for constructing one's very own droid, one of the galaxy's most indispensable sidekicks. First, register your choice of the BB-series unit or R-series unit with the clerk, who’ll provide a basket and blueprint for parts. Next, proceed to the assembly line and begin the droid-building experience at the Parts Station and Build Station.
A resourceful astromech droid, R2-D2 has shown great bravery in rescuing his masters and their friends from many perils. He formed an unlikely but enduring friendship with the fussy protocol droid C-3PO. Both C-3PO and R2-D2 can be found wandering near the Droid Depot in search of “Master Rey.” And if you’re wondering...she and Chewbacca can often be found roaming the streets of Batuu, trying to elude the First Order.
No visit to Batuu is complete without a frosty confection from the Milk Stand. The vendors at this quirky stall offer travelers an invigorating, refreshing drink that's a favorite among the locals. Luke Skywalker can be seen enjoying blue milk in the original Star Wars and green milk in The Last Jedi. Both these exotic delicacies are enjoyed here.
The First Order has arrived on Batuu in pursuit of the Resistance. Report for duty and make your way to Docking Bay 9 where the First Order has set up the temporary First Order Cargo post next to their shuttle, and all to win the hearts and minds of the locals. Kylo Ren and his elite Stormtroopers disembark from their shuttle and patrol the streets of the Outpost. Be ever so mindful as you step over to the Dark Side and encounter this imposing Supreme Leader of the First Order.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~
Well, we've gone through most of Disney's Hollywoodland now. There's still one more land, and it's the one that I decided to add in last minute, so I've saved it for last. What will it be? Well, that will be for you to find out later on.
And I should point out that the introduction to this land, as well as the vast land descriptions themselves, came mostly from @MANEATINGWREATH, so credit to him!
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I think both of us are gonna be in for a treat, though!
