But, is that really being fair?
After all, the first Stormtroopers were programmed clones of Jango Fett-a notorious bounty hunter and later versions of the Troopers were indoctrinated individuals who were little more than fodder for the Empire and First Order.
I say we give them a break. After all, they are lousy shots and their armor can’t even stop a laser handgun blast.
In Star Wars Stormtroopers Beyond The Armor by Ryder Windham and Adam Bray, published by Harper Design, the Stormtroopers are given their just dues.
Face it, if it were not for the Stormtroopers there would be no Star Wars. Darth Vader would simply be a black clad creep going solo. The Empire and First Order would never have formed or survived and there would never have been such a bloody rebellion (oh, that’s a bad thing!).
In the book readers learn about the genesis of the Stormtroopers, their evolution through the Star Wars Universe, their weapons, armor, the different types of Stormtroopers, how they were trained and much more.
Along the way readers get to see a gallery of photos from the various films, animated TV series and video games and see the various merchandize and publications featuring the Stormtroopers such as comic books, toys and the like.
Besides the Stormtroopers themselves their weapons, transports, equipment and even their cosplay appearances are also included.
The book is absolutely brimming with art and photos accompanied by historical text, production notes and how the Troopers came about from concept to completion.
As a special added bonus there are fold-out illustrations, art and photos and a very ‘special’ inside back cover envelope contain reproductions of archival Stormtrooper art.
What a fun read! I got a real blast looking at all the cool photos and art and I came away with a whole new perspective of the Stormtroopers.