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Jar Jar Binks
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Creation & Design

Jar Jar Binks was created by George Lucas as a comic relief character in the Star Wars prequel trilogy, designed to appeal to younger audiences.

Early Years

Jar Jar was exiled from his Gungan city for clumsiness but later became a key figure in the Galactic Senate.

Character Development

Over the course of the prequel trilogy, Jar Jar evolves from a bumbling outcast to a senator, reflecting the complexities of loyalty and the consequences of war.

Cultural Reception

Jar Jar Binks received mixed reviews, with some viewers enjoying his humor while others criticized him as a stereotype.

Character Details

Real Name:
Jar Jar Binks
First Appearance:
Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace #1/2
Aliases:
Gungan, Senator Binks
Species:
Gungan
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Galactic Republic, The Gungan Council
Abilities:
Agility, Swimming, Combat skills
Equipment:
Gungan energy weapon, Boombas
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
yellow
Hair Color:
none

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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace #1/2
Dark Horse ⋅ 1999
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Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace #1/2
 
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Key Facts

Obtained by mailing in a coupon found in Wizard Magazine #94

Original 15-page story with four pages of character sketches

Preview sketch of Darth Maul

1st appearance of Anakin Skywalker, later becomes Darth Vader

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1st appearance of Jar Jar Binks

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