Why does technology go backwards in Star Wars?

Why is technology so advanced in the Star Wars prequels? The obvious answer is that the prequels were made in the 90s – 00s while the first films were made in the 70s and 80s, therefore real world technology was more advanced when the films were made.

Is Star Wars technology possible?

The space-opera blockbuster Star Wars franchise has borrowed many real-life scientific and technological concepts in its settings. While many of these technologies are in existence and in use today, they are not nearly as complex as seen in Star Wars. Some of these technologies are not considered possible at present.

What was the first civilization in Star Wars?

The first known civilization to seize power on a large scale was the Rakatan Infinite Empire. By 30,000 BBY it reached its peak, spanning worlds as far apart as Dantooine and Honoghr, although in actual number, it was composed of relatively few planets.

What happened to the Republic Star Wars?

All that came to an end in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, with the New Republic capital of Hosnian Prime – and most of its political leadership – being destroyed by Starkiller Base in Star Wars: The Force Awakens. The New Republic may have been born of hope, but it sadly died in war.

Is Star Wars real life?

The world of Star Wars is rich and expansive, and much of it is based on real-world history. However, despite the fact that Star Wars is a science fiction series, it has countless historical influences that George Lucas called on in order to build his galaxy and fill it with deep and believable history and themes.

When did the First Order rise?

In 29 ABY, the First Order was publicly formed with its annexation of the worlds that were affiliated with the Centrists, a pro-Imperial political faction of the Galactic Senate that seceded from the New Republic; consequently, the Cold War began between the First Order and the New Republic.

When was the First Order created?

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Emblem and flag of the First Order
Type	Autocratic military dictatorship, military junta, separatist rump state
Founded	After the Battle of Jakku in 5 ABY from the remnants of the Galactic Empire

Is the resistance part of the New Republic?

The Resistance emerged as a splinter group from the New Republic Defense Force that believed the the First Order posed a serious threat to democracy in the galaxy, unlike the New Republic Senate and High Command.