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Trust Goes both Ways

By G. P. Avants Who is a good guy and a true friend in crisis? In a world on turmoil it takes a little insight and wisdom to know whom to trust. In Rogue One we are thrust right into a time when sides are being taken and loyalties tested. Gaylen Erso’s life…

We’ll Keep the Light on for You

By G. P. Avants Have you heard of Kyber crystals? Rogue One introduced us to the unique power source used by the Jedi to power their light sabers. We finally learn about the planet Jehda, one of the main holy places the Jedi once called home. What was once a place of light…

Hope and Faith: Rogue One and A New Hope

*Hello God Among Geek fans. We would like to introduce a new contributing member of our team. Meet John Pepe. He has been a good friend and fellow nerd (and/or geek) who brings his own style to our blog. This is his first post. Take a read and let him know what you think….

Rogue One: Man in a Machine

By G. P. Avants One of the major themes that George Lucas brought up in his Star Wars universe was two opposing forces who have to coexist in time and space. These two entities are polar opposites that are excepted by Jedi and Sith, Empire and Rebels, Humans and every other species alike….

Rogue One: Must We Fear the Man from Mustafar?

By G. P. Avants We all saw it coming. His unmistakable shadow was cast across the big screen. In the murky air of a volatile planet, Darth Vader loomed larger than life, though he was a harbinger of death. Rogue One took us to his castle on the fiery planet of Mustafa, where…

Rogue One: Walking Blind

By G.P. Avants In Rogue One we come to a dark chapter in galactic history. The Jedi are all but extinct, while the Empire breathes a sigh of relief. What is left behind, in their eyes, are blind fools clinging to an antiquated religion whose time has passed. They have even gone so…

A Rebel at Heart

By G.P. Avants The Rebel Alliance is the star of Rogue One. We had a small sampling of this rag-tag team of heroes in the original Star Wars trilogy. Now we have made privy to who these people are and how mismatched these rebels truly are. Think about the Empire as obsessed with perfection and…

Rogue One: Forceful Words?

By G.P. Avants I think it is about the right time to give some thoughts and inspirations from Rogue One. There are so many really great points, plot twists, and analogies to draw upon. Rogue One kept true to the original plot for the most part, however it also broke tradition and gave a us…

Spending Time

Here we are at the end of 2016. Wow, time has flown by. Speaking of time, here is a poem written by one of the characters from my novel, Chronolocity. Elise shares in our main character Levy’s time travel adventures, in time. These are her quick thoughts on what time means to her. Happy…

My Guitar Gently, yet Powerfully, Weeps

By G.P Avants I saw the trailer for Kubo of the Two Strings and knew right away that it would be unique. As we have discussed before, pairing the right visuals with the perfect song creates something beyond mere words. Music is a unique tool that really does change your perception towards what you…

Living as Leia

When we heard the Carrie Fischer suffered a heart attack, we prayed for her. Her passing leaves behind a void for Star Wars fans and strong women examples. Everyone is sharing their thoughts. I thought pictures might be a better way to remember her. May the real Force be with her.

A Powerful Ally: The Living Force Part VI

“That’s not how the Force works.” – Han Solo You can’t make the Force Serve your own whim, Follow your lead, Or Do your bidding; It will make your head swim. That’s not how the Force works. Taking great power To build up yourself Is something very selfish, So “Sithful”, And…