Wave two of Phase one kicks off with a pair of short stories from Star Wars Insider Magazine! In this episode we discuss the plot of the story as well as the beginnings of Wave two! We talk about all the characters, the locations, the science fair, and all the plot points and how they interweave into The High Republic story overall!

This is also our first introduction into the biggest event in the galaxy, The Republic Fair!

Plus we talk about what's to come with the podcast!

For light and life!

In this episode of The Starlight Archive, we're going back to The Beacon!

Starlight Stories, a collection of short stories all take place around Velko Jahen and Ghal Tarpfen and their work in the day-to-day life of Starlight Beacon. A science convention is on its way and we think you may need to remember some things before you dive into these stories. These short stories may seem like filler to some, but they actually have some integral information about characters from other books and just do an all around great job enriching the overall story of Star Wars: The High Republic.

Join us as we explore how these stories contribute to the greater THR saga, introduce new characters and expand on beloved ones, all while avoiding spoilers so that you will still get to enjoy the story fresh!

Tune into our next episode when we go over the events of this story in detail in our spoiler-packed review!

This episode is certified Spoiler Free.

• (00:00:00) - A Note on Names
• (00:00:20) - Introduction
• (00:02:21) - Hidden Danger
• (00:14:02) - Recap of Major Events

Welcome back to The Starlight Archive! The best kriffin' High Republic podcast this side of Cyclor!

We're kicking off season two with The State of the Galaxy! It's everything you need to remember before going into Wave 2 of Phase 1 of the High Republic! If you're looking to read any of Wave 2 and need a refresher about what happened in Wave one, we've got you covered! We discuss key characters, planets, ships, and events to keep track of, the reading order of Wave 2, and the overall interconnectedness of the stories within this incredible and intricate story.

We cover all the basics needed before reading:

The Rising Storm

Race to Crashpoint Tower

Marvel's Star Wars The High Republic issues 6-8

IDW'S Star Wars The High Republic Adventures issues 6-10

Out of the Shadows

Trail of Shadows issues 1-2

Edge of Balance vol. 1

The Tempest Runner

And stay tuned for our upcoming season! We've got a lot of great guests this season like Book Reviewer Extraordinaire ThisDadReads, host of the Bitches of Dathomir ReychelofJakku, droid builder R2DKenny and so much more!

00:00 Introduction to the State of the Galaxy
01:00 Recap of Wave 1
13:59 Transition to Wave 2
15:10 Exploring Wave 2 Books and Characters
29:59 The Aftermath of the Fair
31:46 Introduction to Key Characters
34:38 The Jedi Council and Their Dynamics
39:18 Republic Officials and Their Roles
43:58 The Villains of the Story
48:26 New Planets and Their Significance
51:56 New Ships and Their Importance
54:53 Current Galactic Situation and Challenges

• (00:00:00) - Introduction to the State of the Galaxy
• (00:01:00) - Recap of Wave 1 (Clone Wars Style)
• (00:02:29) - Super fast recap of Wave 1 (Glee style)
• (00:15:15) - Wave 2 Reading Order Discussion
• (00:31:00) - Key Characters To Remember (Jedi, Civilians, Nihil)
• (00:48:20) - Key Planets to Remember
• (00:51:50) - Key Ships to Remember
• (00:54:51) - Major Events to Remember
• (00:56:00) - Closing Remarks

Welcome to The Starlight Archive!

We're taking a quick break before we move into Wave two of Phase one with our friend Quentin! We're talking about Star Wars: The High Republic replicas and models.

In this special episode, we sit down with the incredibly talented QnAProps, the master craftsman behind some of the most stunning High Republic lightsaber replicas you'll ever see. Not only does he bring the elegant weapons from artwork to life, but he's also created an impressive model of Starlight Beacon itself!

Join us as we dive into QnAProps' creative process, hear about the challenges and joys of crafting these iconic pieces, and geek out over the intricate details that make his work stand out. We also Whether you're a lightsaber aficionado or just love all things High Republic, this episode is packed with insights and behind-the-scenes stories you won't want to miss.

Be sure to check QnAProps online @QnAProps, and check out his shop at https://www.etsy.com/shop/QnAProps

Don’t forget to subscribe and follow us on Threads and Instagram at @TheStarlightArchivePodcast for more Star Wars content. For Light and Life!

Welcome back to The Starlight Archive!

In this episode, we're diving into "Starlight Stories" from Star Wars Insider Magazine, as well as The High Republic comics by Marvel and The High Republic Adventures from IDW, all the way to the end of wave one. Join us as we explore the thrilling adventures of Joss and Pikka, the menacing Drengir, and the chaotic Nihil.

Tune in as we break down these stories and comics, unravel the intricate details, and discuss our favorite moments. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the High Republic series, this episode has something for you. Get ready for our spoiler-packed recap that's sure to keep you in the loop with the latest from the galaxy far, far away!

We'll place these stories within the broader High Republic timeline, making sense of their place in the waves and phases of this expansive initiative. Don’t miss out on our fun discussions and deep dives—perfect for keeping up with all things Star Wars: The High Republic!

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Welcome back to The Starlight Archive! In this episode, we're diving into Star Wars: The High Republic: A Test of Courage by Justina Ireland. Join us as we explore this thrilling adventure set in the High Republic era, focusing on young Jedi Vernestra Rwoh and Imri as they avoid acid rain, attempt some casual vengeance, and try to maintain what's left of their sanity while dealing with grief.

Tune in as we break down key moments, unravel the deep lore and links to the old canon, and go through our favorite parts in this spoiler packed recap. Whether you're a die-hard fan, this recap will help refresh your memory. If you're new to the High Republic series, this spoiler-filled recap will get you onto the next book if you're trying to hurry things along (though we really do recommend giving it a read/listen).

We also do our best to place this story within the broader High Republic timeline, making sense of its place in the waves and phases of this expansive initiative. Don’t miss out on our insights and laughs—perfect for keeping up with the galaxy far, far away!

Remember to subscribe and follow us on Threads and Instagram at @TheStarlightArchivePodcast for more Star Wars content. May the Force be with you!

WARNING: This episode contains spoilers.

Get ready for an action-packed, spoiler-stacked episode of The Starlight Archive! This week, we embark on a thrilling journey through the Star Wars The High Republic, exploring Star Wars: The High Republic: Into the Dark by Claudia Gray. Join us as we unravel the mysteries and adventures of Jedi padawan Reath Silas, his journey to understand his master's metaphors, his flirtations with a suspicious young woman, and his triumphs over biolante, er... Audrey II, er... The Drengir! in this pivotal installment of The High Republic series. Not to mention our new favorite jedi Orla Jareni and the sexiest navigator in the galaxy, Geode!

But that's not all! We also dive into the first three issues of Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures from IDW Publishing. Discover the exciting new characters, epic battles, and intriguing storylines that make these comics a must-read for any Star Wars fan, because spoilers: it actually is a very important part of this story.

We also have a brief rundown of Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. Learn about the latest escapades of young Jedi as they navigate the challenges of the galaxy far, far away.

Whether you're a longtime Star Wars aficionado or new to The High Republic era, this episode is packed with insights, analysis, and discussions that you won't want to miss. Tune in to The Starlight Archive for an epic Star Wars experience!

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WARNING: This episode contains spoilers. All the spoilers we can jam in here.

This week on The Starlight Archive, we're doing a full recap of what you missed in Charles Soule's Light of the Jedi. Don't have time to read Light of the Jedi? We got you covered!

We break down all the major story beats so you can jump straight into the next book if you want, or reminisce about the good ol' days of The Great Disaster and the devastation on Ab Dalis.

We also discuss multiple aspects of the book and why we think they work so well, or didn't. It's a fun time. If you liked this episode, be sure to check out our next one where we continue spoiling wave one of phase one in our next episode!

And be sure to like and follow our podcast, and find us on Threads and Instagram at @TheStarlightArchivePodcast.