Unfortunately our Acolyte Book Club: Light of the Jedi review and discussion will have to be slightly delayed. An unepxected trip has thrown off our recording schedule. However, we are releasing a fun preview of what it is like to be a member of our Patreon!  In this episode, Alex and Mac dive in the canonical Old Republic era.  Be sure to join us next week for our coverage of the first three episode of The Bad Batch! You're going to be blown away by these episodes. Patreon.com/themandalorianwatch keepthewatch.com Music by Kevin Graham

Patreon Preview: Star Wars Timelines: The Old Republic

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Join Children of the Watch for Sith History 101! Class is in session, so get ready for some heavy lore dumping so we can prepare for The Acolyte. We're breaking down everything you need to know about the villians of the Star Wars universe: the Sith! We breakdown the philosophy of the Sith, why they use red lightsabers, even why they dress the way they do! We discuss everything from the Great Sith Wars they waged on the Jedi and the Republic, to Darth Bane and the Rule of Two. And of course, we'll be talking about how all of this Sith lore releates to The Acolyte, the upcoming Star Wars TV show debuting June 4th. Subscribe to our feed so you don't miss our upcoming coverage of The Acolyte and all other Star Wars TV. For Ad-Free episodes and Bonus episodes, head to Patreon.com/themandalorianwatch Merch: KeeptheWatch.com Music by Kevin Graham

The Acolyte: Sith History 101

Join Children of the Watch for Jedi History 101! Class is in session, get ready for some heavy lore dumping. We're breaking down everything you need to know (and probably some things you don't) about arguably the most important entity in all of the Star Wars galaxy: the Jedi Order. We'll be talking about the philosophy of the Jedi, as well as the long and storied history of the Order. We discuss everything from the Chosen One prophecy to a little-known group that splintered off from the Jedi. And of course, we'll be talking all about how the Jedi lore could relate to The Acolyte, the upcoming Star Wars TV show debuting June 4th.  Subscribe to our feed so you don't miss our upcoming coverage of The Acolyte and all other Star Wars TV. For Ad-Free episodes and Bonus episodes, head to Patreon.com/themandalorianwatch Merch: KeeptheWatch.com Music by Kevin Graham

The Acolyte: Jedi History 101

May the 4th Be With You! Join Children of the Watch as we break down the final trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte. Join us as we discuss all the exciting new footage we recieved from the upcoming series as well as all of our predictions and theories for what the show may hold for us. Could Mae be a twin? Could the secret Sith be hiding amongst the Jedi Order? Could The Acolyte possibly set up an antagonist for The Mandalorian and Ahsoka?  Plus, we'll talk about seeing The Phantom Menace in theaters again!  Subscribe to our feed so you don't miss our upcoming coverage of The Acolyte and all other Star Wars TV. For Ad-Free episodes and Bonus episodes, head to Patreon.com/themandalorianwatch Merch: KeeptheWatch.com Music by Kevin Graham

Star Wars: The Acolyte, Final Trailer Breakdown and Theories

Join Children of the Watch as we wrap up our breakdown of Season 3 of the Batch, the latest animated Star Wars Televison series. This week, we're talking both the season and series finale: The Cavalry Has Arrived. Tune in for our discussion about the events at Mt. Tantiss, the legacy of Clones in Star Wars, how Project Necromancer could be resurrected by Thrawn in the Mandalorian movie, possible spin off series for Omega, and so much more! Subscribe to our feed so you don't miss our upcoming coverage os The Acolyte and all other Star Wars TV. BlueChew.com (code "COTW" for first month FREE, just pay $5 shipping) For Ad-Free episodes and Bonus episodes, head to Patreon.com/themandalorianwatch Merch: KeeptheWatch.com Music by Kevin Graham

The Bad Batch, Series Finale: The Cavalry Has Arrived

Join the Watch as we breakdown everything you prepare for the upcoming Star Wars live action television show, The Acolyte. Alex dives deep into what happened between Light of the Jedi and The Rising Storm. The Sith and what they were up to at the time, their influence on the events, ancient Force artifacts, and more.  If you're seeking more context for The Acolyte, this episode is for you. While the books won't be required knowledge, it is fun to learn what happened about one hundred years before the show and speculate on how it impacts Star Wars and The Acolyte.  When The Acolyte premieres, be sure to join us for detailed scene by scene breakdowns, speculation, and fun along the way. For even more episodes like this one, check out our Patreon! Patreon.com/TheMandalorianWatch Merch: KeeptheWatch.com Music by Kevin Graham

Patreon Preview: Star Wars Timelines: The Old Republic

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