AR-34 Enforcer Droid
AR-34 enforcer droids, also known as “backbreakers,” were commissioned by the Hutt crime cartel. They were originally designed as security droids, but were frequently employed as debt-collectors by Hutt-affiliated gangsters. They were based on similar mechanical designs as military droids, but were equipped with smaller armaments and were designed for speed, mobility, and pursuit. They [...]
Darth Malgus
Darth Malgus was a male Sith Lord of the Sith Empire by 3,653 BBY, during the Great Galactic War. He had been born Veradun, on the Sith capital world of Dromund Kaas. Malgus was a fierce warrior on the battlefield, and frequently called for changes to the Sith Empire’s policies. He often utilized alien mercenaries [...]
Nar Shaddaa: The Smugglers Moon
One of the most vibrant and dangerous places in the galaxy, Nar Shaddaa is a sprawling cityscape where nothing comes without a price. Dominated by a black market that caters to every indulgence, the moon has become the ultimate symbol of corruption. The upper levels present an endless parade of glittering neon towers and floating [...]
Beyond Solo: Crafting the Multi-player Story in Star Wars (Video)
At Comic-Con 2010 Bioware had an hour session in which they discussed in some greater detail about how the multi-player story will work with Star Wars: The Old Republic. The video has been posted online and it’s interesting to watch. They also reveal some other areas of the game like space combat, story arcs, replayability, customizing companions, [...]
Space Combat Announced
Apparently I need to make it to more events like Comic-con. Lucas Arts is continuing to impress. Today they revealed that they will indeed include space combat in the launch of their MMO Star Wars: The Old Republic. I’ve been wondering about that for months. I know they attempted to do that with Star Wars: [...]
The Old Republic Music
Every good video game needs good music. The most memorable music from a video game for me was the song during the ending credits of Portal. Absolute genius and really made the game an instant classic. Music has always played a big role in the Star Wars universe. I have read where during the initial [...]
Beta Testing Has Begun
The moment you’ve all been waiting for! Ok, well… at least I’ve been waiting for it. The beta testing for Star Wars: The Old Republic has officially begun. I signed up for the beta testing almost a year and a half ago, but so far I haven’t received an invitation.
Sith Warrior and Sith Inquisitor
Here is a video of some of the basic combat for the Sith Warrior and the Sith Inquisitor. You can see that the warrior uses melee attacks and the inquisitor uses more ranged force powers.
Trooper and Smuggler
Here is a video of the basic combat for the trooper and the smuggler. You can see how the smuggler utilizes cover to gain a defensive bonus and the trooper relies on heavy weaponry.
Bounty Hunter and Imperial Agent
Here is a look at some of the basic combat for the bounty hunter and the imperial agent. Whoever created the bounty hunter character… that is one ugly broad. If you’re going to make a female character, at least make her attractive.