Star Wars Insider 86
Star Wars Insider 86 represents the eighty-sixth publication of the periodical Star Wars Insider. Distribution to subscribers commenced during the week of February 13, while its availability on newsstands began on February 21, 2006. This edition marked the end of tenures for both editor-in-chief Brett Rector and associate art director Gregory Harsh, with Frank Parisi assuming the role of editor starting with the subsequent issue.
Table of Contents
Featured Articles
- " The Mandalorians: People and Culture " (authored by Karen Traviss) Shaped through conflict. Defined through unwavering allegiance. Unsubdued by any. The genesis, traditions, and lifestyle of the wandering Mandalorian warriors had been veiled in obscurity—until this revelation.
- " Posters of Episode VI: Return of the Jedi " (authored by Pete Vilmur) Concluding a trilogy of articles, poster authority Pete Vilmur provides insight into a selection of discarded concepts, preliminary artwork, and diverse design iterations originating from one of the most visually compelling promotional campaigns within the Star Wars franchise.
- " Unknown Soldier: The Story of General Grievous " (authored by Abel Peña) Previously known as Qymaen jai Sheelal, the Geonosians augmented him, surpassing his prior capabilities. Superior. More resilient. Quicker. Under the tutelage of Count Dooku, he ascended to the leadership of the droid army, becoming one of the most feared adversaries in the galaxy.
- " A New Order " (authored by J. W. Rinzler) By cultivating deeper emotional connections with key figures and replacing mere surprise with genuine suspense, the prequel trilogy will irrevocably reshape our perceptions and emotional responses to the original trilogy. And you believed the kiss shared by Luke and Leia couldn't become any more unsettling.
- " Yoda's Right Arm " (authored by Daniel Wallace) Encompassing his subtle emotional expressions to his climactic confrontation with Darth Sidious, Yoda emerged as the digital star of Revenge of the Sith. Insider engages in conversation with ILM's lead animator, Jamy Wheless, who was entrusted with the enviable task of animating the revered Master.
Regular Sections
- " Comlink "
- " Skywalking : News from Around the Galaxy"
- " Jedi Library " — Next of the Jedi (by Jason Fry)
- " Drawn by the Force " — The Color of Funny (by Dan Wallace)
- " Technical Readout " — Chancellor's Holding Office and Senate Chamber: Clash of the Titans (by Christopher Trevas)
- " Ask the Master " — Four Arms Really Are Better Than Two (by Pablo Hidalgo)
- " Scouting the Galaxy " — Star Wars : Thirty Years and Not Halfway There! (by Steve Sansweet)
- " Anchorhead Arcade " — When Worlds Collide (by Sid Shuman)
- " Jabba's Collection " — Sideshow's 12-Inch Series Takes Center Stage (by Frank Parisi)
- " Best of Hyperspace " — Spinning the Jedi Wheel of Fate (by Pablo Hidalgo and Bonnie Burton)
- Bantha Tracks Vol. 17 (edited by Mary Franklin)
Resources
- Inside Star Wars Insider #86 on StarWars.com (original site is defunct)
- Star Wars Insider #86 Online Supplement on Hyperspace (content obsolete and backup link not available)
- Heavy Metals: Exploring Cortosis and Beskar on StarWars.com (backup link)