The Bad Batch again demonstrates how some of the greatest Star Wars plots come from the animated series, as arcs across the original, prequel and sequel films are all seamlessly tied into a fantastic series.
Clones, underutilised within the films, took the spotlight in The Clone Wars animated series, and introduced The Bad Batch; a squadron of troopers each enhanced to have individual strengths, yet regarded as defective. Their own series follows the galaxy's transition from the fall of the Republic to the rise of the Empire, a period brimming with potential for story. As their brothers change their allegiances, Clone Force 99 fight to discover the truth and do what is right for clones and the galaxy as a whole.
Characters are brilliant, defined personalities giving each trooper distinction, creating camaraderie and conflict within them. Its always tricky to introduce a child character into the mix, but Omega is the right level of involved without becoming obnoxious. This contrasting with classic villainy from Empire officers reignites the original Star Wars style.
As with the latter seasons of The Clone Wars, dark plots are explored, remaining something that can be enjoyed by a younger audience without pandering to Disney. Internal conflict and development of characters are heavily stated in arcs, and there is the jeopardy within battle. Consequences feel to have a greater impact, and flawlessly integrate into wider canon.
Unlike some of the other animated series, there are no real filler episodes, everything has a purpose and builds to brilliant climaxes. The Bad Batch is another outstanding creation by Filoni.
Clones, underutilised within the films, took the spotlight in The Clone Wars animated series, and introduced The Bad Batch; a squadron of troopers each enhanced to have individual strengths, yet regarded as defective. Their own series follows the galaxy's transition from the fall of the Republic to the rise of the Empire, a period brimming with potential for story. As their brothers change their allegiances, Clone Force 99 fight to discover the truth and do what is right for clones and the galaxy as a whole.
Characters are brilliant, defined personalities giving each trooper distinction, creating camaraderie and conflict within them. Its always tricky to introduce a child character into the mix, but Omega is the right level of involved without becoming obnoxious. This contrasting with classic villainy from Empire officers reignites the original Star Wars style.
As with the latter seasons of The Clone Wars, dark plots are explored, remaining something that can be enjoyed by a younger audience without pandering to Disney. Internal conflict and development of characters are heavily stated in arcs, and there is the jeopardy within battle. Consequences feel to have a greater impact, and flawlessly integrate into wider canon.
Unlike some of the other animated series, there are no real filler episodes, everything has a purpose and builds to brilliant climaxes. The Bad Batch is another outstanding creation by Filoni.