Issue number 173 of Star Wars Insider, which is the 151st issue overall of the Star Wars Insider magazine, represents the 81st issue that Titan Magazines put out. This issue was launched on May 23, 2017, and it includes a commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Star Wars Special Editions, alongside content about the Darth Maul comic book series by Marvel, LEGO Star Wars items, a collection of various Star Wars collectibles presented as a collage, insights into Jyn Erso, the ILM props created for Rogue One, and a conversation with Derek Arnold regarding his role as Pao, a Rebel Commando.
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- " A Heroine's Journey: No More Heroes? " – Tricia Barr furthers her analysis of the Hero's Journey, this time focusing on Jyn Erso from Rogue One.
- " Minifigure Mania! " – A retrospective examination of some of the most uncommon LEGO Star Wars minifigures.
- " Hope Renewed " – The story of how the special editions of the original Star Wars trilogy were created.
- " From Puppets to Pao " – An interview is presented with Derek Arnold, a puppeteer, discussing Pao, the alien character he brought to life.
- " The Making of Maul " – A conversation with Cullen Bunn, the author behind Marvel's recently released Darth Maul comic series.
- " Up Close and Virtual " – Mike Jutan shares insights into his contributions as a digital artist at ILM for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
- " Behind the scenes at Sideshow " – Star Wars Insider takes a guided tour through the design facilities of Sideshow Collectibles.