I have studied everything from gospel harmonies to world. For timelines with strictly pre20 eu stories, go to the. The phantom menace, in the era of the glorious high republic, the noble and wise jedi knights must face a frightening threat to themselves, the galaxy, and the force itself. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created. The first liveaction star wars series, the mandalorian, is one of several new original shows streaming on. Dec 02, 2019 since theres no consistent dating system in the star wars universe, fans have traditionally focused on the battle of yavin in 1977s a new hope that saw the destruction of the first death star. A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away bby and aby refer to before the battle of yavin and after the battle of yavin respectively. It is not for comics or short stories in legends continuity. The star wars expanded universe contains stories in a variety of different formats. The expanded universe, or eu, is the moniker for the entire body of work that comprises the stories set in the star wars universe ranging from novels, comics, cartoons, short stories, young adult books, television shows. The star wars expanded universe chronology has gone through many iterations, but until recently, failed in my opinion to address the fundamental needs of the fan. Novel publishing timeline this is the realtime chronological novel publishing timeline. Colorfully illuminated with detailed illustrations and featuring a replica of amidalas treasured amulet, this keepsake jewelry box, hardcover book, and necklace is a fun gift for star wars fans of all ages.
Such derivative works have been produced concurrently with, between, and after the original, prequel, and. Timeline novel publishing timeline star wars books. The star wars expanded universe chronology a book signed by. The old republic, rise of the empire, the rebellion, the new republic and the new jedi order. This includes all film novelizations, novels, comics, young readers, reference books, roleplaying sourcebooks, and more. Of the approximately eleventy billion books in the original star wars expanded universe, there are the hallowed the thrawn books by timothy zahn. If youre new, and want to learn more about the expanded universe, you can find a few links in the sidebar that may be helpful. Unfortunately, other than the inuniverse writing style and the excellent maps, pictures and artwork, the actual timeline of events and their description can be found elsewhere. Your guide to the star wars expanded universe tv club. Of the approximately eleventy billion books in the original star wars expanded universe, there are the hallowed the thrawn books by timothy zahn, the good the xwing books, the bad the jedi. Tom dupree, editor for bantam spectra star wars books article from the new yorker, why the force is still. A chronology of star wars games cheese talks to himself.
Crystal star really is the worst star wars book ever. The clone wars are available on netflix, it makes it easy to marathon all 121 episodesand movie of the series. Three years later, and the new star wars canon contains over 50 films, tv shows, comics, novels, and more, quickly rebuilding one of the most expansive storytelling universes of all time. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise created by george lucas, which began with the eponymous 1977 film and quickly became a worldwide popculture phenomenon. The franchise has been expanded into various films and other media, including television series, video games, novels, comic books, theme park attractions, and themed areas. At last, its the ultimate history of the spectacular star wars saga, expanded, lavishly illustrated, and in full color for the first time.
Unfortunately, other than the in universe writing style and the excellent maps, pictures and artwork, the actual timeline of events and their description can be found elsewhere. This body of work represents the original star wars expanded universe, which was rebranded as star wars legends and declared. Lucasfilm updated the blog post that explains the correct order for the episodes with not only the chronological order of the content released, but. This chronology follows the original and only canon of the star wars saga. What is the expanded universe and why is continuity such a major issue. The first liveaction star wars series, the mandalorian, is one of several new original shows streaming on disney plus this fall. The series depicts the adventures of various characters a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away. Many derivative star wars works have been produced in conjunction with, between, and after. Where to start with the star wars expanded universe by thea james originally appearing in our fourth quarterly almanac, where to start with the star wars expanded universe is the latest in our ongoing series of essays detailing where one can start with any number of sffpopgeekery topics. The movies were extraordinary and the sceneries were really detailed and it was like you were actually reading the books. We are primarily a source of discussion and news for anything involving the star wars expanded universe legends or story group canon. Beware though, if you havent yet read the book, spoilers are present. Star wars timeline from phantom menace to rise of skywalker. The sheer volume of material is a doubleedged sword.
From the adventures of luke skywalker in december 1976 to the latest novel, this timeline tracks the month and year of every star wars novel excluding childrens and graphic novels published. Euconflicting stories are considered noncanon and placed in infinities. Star wars new essential chronology free pdf, doc, fb3, rtf. The exact chronology of the events described in this article is currently unknown. Popular star wars expanded universe books goodreads. A complete timeline of every star wars movie and tv show. The following books are available for the original edition. With the star wars expanded universe having grown so large and encompassing, its also a great way to explain many of the discrepancies and continuityerrors that occur from time to time within the body of lore comprised by the books, comics, films, cartoons, video games and more. Star wars has been expanded to media other than the original films. Readers will thrill to this epic tale of adventure set in the faraway, longago galaxy of star wars.
George lucass vision for a galaxy far, far away has grown into something ginormous and, thanks to creators such as jon favreau and dave. From that point on, all new works would be official canon. The star wars universe is more than just a handful of blockbuster. An essential timeline of when every past and upcoming star. Star wars dark horse reading order comic book reading. The purpose of this page is to actively encourage lucasfilm, disney and del rey to continue making new stories in. As a result, the company made a swift and decisive move that guts what star wars meant for many fans. Where to start with the star wars expanded universe.
Its actual language is quite a bit softer, temporizing that the eu is not being discarded, just changed. Star wars rpg book list, the star wars roleplaying game is a d20 system roleplaying game set in the star wars releasesedit. The purpose of this page is to actively encourage lucasfilm, disney and del rey to continue making new stories in the star wars eu under the. Here is a brief history of the star wars expanded universe. May the fourth be with you as we explore my collection of star wars expanded universe novels. The battle of yavin is the destruction of the death star in star wars. The star wars movies were a total success and they still are in our days. Indeed, using read as shorthand is not entirely correct, since you cant read a tv show, video game or radio drama. For timelines with strictly pre20 eu stories, go to the individual eras. It is a chronology of all the events that have ever occurred in the star wars universe, in all the films, books, cdroms, nintendo games, comic books, and roleplaying guides, and each medium is seamlessly coordinated with the others.
It removed the entirety of the expanded universe from canon. This time, thea tackles a subject close to her heart. Saving throws have been changed to a series of defenses. Star wars is an american epic spaceopera media franchise, centered on a film series created by george lucas that includes star wars 1977, the empire strikes back 1980, and return of the jedi 1983. All stories are presented here in inuniverse chronological order, as opposed to realworld release dates. The star wars expanded universe chronology a book signed. In what order should i read star wars expanded universe. The star wars timeline has become a sprawling beast. Star wars dark horse reading order comic book reading orders. Lucasfilm clarifies the chronology of the clone wars. All stories are presented here in in universe chronological order, as opposed to realworld release dates. The best books from the old star wars expanded universe. This book looks and feels great, and has provided me with some excellent insights into the expanded universe of star wars, which is exactly what i bought it for.
Its written like a history book for star wars which i find completely fascinating. Lucasfilm clarifies the chronology of the clone wars legacy. Articles, columns and quotes in defense of the star wars expanded universe. New movies and other stories arent based on these books, and will sometimes contradict them. New canon the newly standardized star wars canon includes all the movie episodes, the clone wars and rebels tv shows, and new books since.
Your guide to the entire star wars expanded universe. Eucompatible stories are included in the complete saga chronology, which takes the one canon approach. The phantom menace takes place about 32 before the battle of yavin, 32 bby, with revenge of the sith taking place 19 years before the. Simple star wars book list timeline of star wars novels. The clone wars was notorious at times for not releasing episodes in chronological, and the clone wars legacy content, which has been released since the series went of the air in 20, is no different. The new star wars canon has existed for four years now, but we still remember the old days.
This body of work was collectively known as the star wars expanded universe for decades. The clone wars chronology now that all episodes of star wars. The star wars timeline tracks the canonical stories and events of the star wars universe. Continue the star wars legends universe home facebook. May 05, 2016 may the fourth be with you as we explore my collection of star wars expanded universe novels. Release date, title, authors, publisher, notes, fictional timeline, maturity rating, audiobook. Expanded universe and a new series of books that fall in the official canon.
The trilogy is about luke skywalkers efforts to try and restart the jedi order. Star wars expanded universe book collection youtube. The star wars universe is more than just a handful of blockbuster films and animated television shows. The expanded universe, or eu, is the moniker for the entire body of work that comprises the stories set in the star wars universe ranging from novels, comics, cartoons, short stories, young adult books, television shows, animated features and more. The expanded universe quotes databank star wars legends. George lucass vision for a galaxy far, far away has grown into something ginormous and, thanks to. A definitive legends clone wars timeline was never established by lucasfilm. Each format has its own trends, with some exceptions. Heres your guide to the star wars expanded universe, including tv, comics, books, and video games. This spinoff material is licensed and moderated by lucasfilm, though during his involvement with the franchise george lucas reserved the right to both draw from and contradict it in his own works. In 2014, the star wars expanded universe was decanonized, paving the way for an entirely new generation of stories. Welcome to the star wars expanded universe subreddit. May 04, 2016 the star wars timeline tracks the canonical stories and events of the star wars universe.
In this post, ill be listing every piece of canon material so far in chronological order. Actually, the star wars movies are more known as the book series and this trilogy has millions of fans around the globe. Those who have paid attention to the clone wars over its six seasons know that at times the episodes aired out of chronological order. Star wars legends stories cover a timeframe that stretches back to 25,000 years before the battle of yavin and up to 140 years after it, so to make it easier to place a storys chronological setting, lucasbooks introduced five eras of adventure in 2000. It gathers all events into one chronological continuity. As well it has a galaxy map which brings so much insight to events surrounding the lore of star wars. The clone wars chronology the star wars underworld. On april 25, 2015, lucasfilm announced that moving forward all expanded universe works would be removed from star wars canon and now fall under the star wars legends label. The official star wars categorization of the eubecause this universe that is obsessed with cataloging star destroyers is also obsessed with cataloging itselfhas several different notations for the myriad eras of star wars media that exist outside film.
With the completion of episodes i, ii, and iii, the epic story thats captivated millions can now be told in its entirety, from the dramatic adventures of the knights of the old republic and the deadly clone wars to the birth of the. This is a timeline for novels, young adult books, and ebooks in the expanded universelegends. The franchise has been expanded into various films and other media, including television series, video games, novels, comic books, theme park attractions, and themed. This is the realtime chronological novel publishing timeline. Oct 30, 2012 the star wars expanded universe chronology has gone through many iterations, but until recently, failed in my opinion to address the fundamental needs of the fan. These books are part of the original star wars expanded universe, and follow an internally consistent timeline. The star wars expanded universe timeline home facebook. But the press release announcing the decision is an iron fist in a velvet glovethe corporate parent cracking. There is the sith era and the new jedi order and the era of rebellion. Lucasfilm updated the blog post that explains the correct order for the episodes with not only the chronological order of. I have studied everything from gospel harmonies to world history chronologies in order to come up with a system that seemed to answer most of the necessary requirements for.
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