The Star Wars universe is massive! Even after all these years there are new things for fans to get excited about, especially if you are interested in Jango Fett!
Jango Fett's Backstory
In Star Wars: Episode II - Attack of the Clones we get a glimpse into this powerful Bounty Hunter but even the newer versions of Star Wars give us even more to be fascinated with and learn from Marc Sumerak's Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers book that added so much more about Jango Fett's past. This makes Jango Fett's past even more mysterious and captivating!
Jango Fett: A Mandalorian Foundling
What was surprising to a lot of Star Wars fans? This powerful figure starts his life as a foundling, even becoming part of a Mandalorian clan, but that doesn't stop there. Fans of The Mandalorian (that's released in 2020!) got the chance to find out what really went on. Using chain code (an intricate code), Boba Fett was able to find a unique detail that helps add more lore about this classic Star Wars character.
For Jango Fett there was something truly unique- that is that his Mandalorian father was Jaster Mereel!
Jango Fett and His Armor
We already know Jango Fett as this strong figure who made his mark and even became one of the best Bounty Hunters!
But did you know the special armor Jango Fett wore had a lot of significance? He got the legendary Mandalorian beskar armor only through the great battles fought in The Mandalorian Civil Wars! The lore around how the armor became his! Is totally something to celebrate! He gained his armor from an incredibly compelling experience, demonstrating to others what a powerful warrior truly is.
The Mandalorian Civil Wars
There's even more context around this event, that involved Jango Fett, showing his contributions were some of the greatest for all of Mandalorian culture. A very complicated moment in their history as well.
This major fight between the "True Mandalorians" (led by Jaster Mereel) took on the super violent Death Watch terrorist group. What makes this so noteworthy? These groups show up in many Star Wars narratives!
Jango's Success:
Even if Jango Fett had some rough spots earlier in life. He managed to create a really special legacy for himself. Using all the fighting experience from earlier times in the Mandalorian Civil Wars and beyond, he developed himself into the top of his game becoming one of the Galaxy's best bounty hunter! That reputation got Typoch City looking for him.
That led to an amazing but morally troubling outcome! He had a choice, but decided to go ahead to become the template for the famed clone army. According to this series, he could do anything! No matter what he aimed for he'd track down the worst criminals, the top enemies across the galaxy and make it work!
While we may not get the whole picture. Because there is some ambiguity on these moments that only seem like a summary! This truly remarkable tale is worth learning! Fans of Star Wars won't want to miss how Jango Fett's past came together to change his destiny! Even in the new era of Star Wars.
The book is a powerful addition for any fans that are trying to look back at Jango Fett or explore how Star Wars continues to expand its ever-growing universe of incredible characters, adventures, and epic lore! The lore goes beyond all those beloved movies. You see all the facets and even learn something new!
