New set pictures have just been released of the upcoming live action Star Wars series, High Republic, teasing an exciting look into the future of the beloved, intergalactic franchise.
The pictures, taken while shooting in Pinewood Studios, Spain, show a first look at the Acolytes, one of the many characters featured in the series. The Acolytes, a race of ageless genteel Force-sensitive humans, are described as a “balance-keeping, law-enforcing force” within the Jedi Order and will take center stage when High Republic launches later this year.
The new set photos offer some of the first glimpses of the Acolytes in their full regalia. The images feature a number of different characters in elaborate ceremonial robes and masks crafted by international award-winning costume designer Daisuke Hopwood. The costumes have an electric and tribal feel to them, hinting at the mysterious culture and tradition the Acolytes live and breathe by.
High Republic, a project of Lucasfilm’s streaming service, Disney+ will take place 200 years before the events of the first movie of the prequel trilogy, The Phantom Menace. It will follow a group of Jedi as they undertake a mission to locate a lost set of Jedi relics. These Acolyte set pictures are sure to whet the appetite of any Star Wars fan in anticipation of this exciting new story.
For many fans, the Acolytes will be the highlight of the show. With so many characters to look forward to, the High Republic is sure to bring a new level of depth to the Star Wars universe through its new franchise. The future of Star Wars looks to be even more epic and vibrant than ever before, and the Acolytes set pictures are just the beginning.