ForceCast #288: Cat People, Rejoice!

With several rumors pointing to big changes in Star Wars canon, Erik and Eric break down the latest news and speculation, and then address the question of an evolving continuity in the discussion segment. What could Lucasfilm do to streamline the universe? What changes are likely in the months ahead? We break it down for you on The ForceCast.

Show Notes:

The HoloNet

• Dave Filoni Announces New Star Wars Rebels Character
  
• Star Wars Rebels Showrunner Simon Kinberg Discusses The Look And Feel Of The Series
  
• German Broadcaster Confirms TV Listings Showing It Will Air The Clone Wars Season 6 Episodes
  
• New German Episode Descriptions Surface For The Clone Wars Bonus Content
  
• Rumor: Star Wars: Rebels to Introduce Mara Jade and to Have a Strong Connection with Episode 7?
  
• Golden: Sword Of The Jedi Book Trilogy 'On Hold', 'New Continuity' Being Planned

Discussion

• Will there be a reboot? If so, what form might it take? Inspired by several of the stories in our news segment, we break down the idea of "starting over" and what that might entail for Lucasfilm and for the fans.

Fan Focus

• Star Wars And Marvel Twitter Accounts Strike Up A Lively Conversation
  
• Her Universe Has Star Wars Fans Covered For Valentine's Day
  
• Cover Reveal: William Shakespeare's The Empire Striketh Back
  
• Star Wars: Maul: Lockdown is on sale now. TFN's Justin Bolger and Eric Carrasco reviewed the book and Justin interviewed author Joe Schreiber.
  

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