The Space Western That is ‘The Book of Boba Fett’

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ has ended with episode seven, but that doesn’t mean we can’t talk about the space western that it is. There are a lot of good things to talk about in the series involving this anti-hero bounty hunter turned mafia lord, and his lackeys. Take note that this series review CONTAINS SPOLERS so just turn a blind eye to Tatooine for a while if this bothers you.

Boba Fett in Tusken Clothing

Of course, the first itty-bitty detail about Boba Fett that started coming up in ‘The Mandalorian’ is: how did he even survive the Sarlacc Pit? This is answered in the series when he immerses himself in the Bacta tank to recover his strength. Not only is it revealed how he escapes from the Sarlacc Pit, ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ also explains why he was even using a Tusken Gaffi Stick in ‘The Mandalorian’, AND how he recovered his Slave One (Yeah, I’m still using THAT name). This just makes the character more bad a@@ than he already is.

Boba Fett and Fennec Shand

‘The Book of Boba Fett’ also explores the relationship of Boba, and bounty hunter turned ally, Fennec Shand. Part of the story explains how Fennec survived her encounter with Mando. Watching this series, you can understand now why Fennec apprears to have an undying loyalty towards Boba. As it stands, Fennec is the undisputed right hand woman to Boba’s mafia empire on Tatooine.

Boba Fett with his Gamorrean Guards

With the story of Boba and Fennec’s relationship taking center stage, we also get to see how Boba builds his empire from the ground up using the remnants of Jabba’s criminal empire. Boba gets to recruit more followers such as the Gammorean Guards he has, and the wookie Black Krrsantan. He is even able to recruit a teenage gang from the streets of Mos Espa. All these lead the progression of Boba Fett’s establishment as a true power on Tatooine.

Boba Fett on his throne

Of course, this being part of the established Mandalorian universe in Star Wars, we also get glimpses of Din Djarin, and his story as it crosses over ‘The Book of Boba Fett’. Here we see what he has been doing after season two of ‘The Mandalorian’, and we get a glimpse of his continuing father-son relationship with Grogu who also shows up in this series. Other recurring characters that appear include, Luke Skywalker, Ahsoka Tano, and Cobb Vanth. It’s entertaiing to note that ‘The Return of the Mandalorian’ episode was to my mind the best episode of the series, AND it didn’t even show Boba Fett althroughout.

The Mandalorian with the Darksaber

Furthermore, to Clone Wars fans’ delight, Cad Bane makes his live action debut in ‘The Book of Boba Fett’. Not only is Cad Bane a fan favorite, he is also the former teacher of Boba Fett. However, here he is the primary opponent of Boba in what ultimately reminds you of those cowboy westerns of yore. Cad Bane learns first hand that his former student has grown to proportions that even he cannot match. As a result of the conflict with Cab Bane and his employer The Pyke Syndicate, Boba Fett gets enough clout to truly be the Daimyo of Mos Espa.

Cad Bane in Mos Espa

Overall, ‘The Book fo Boba Fett’ is a continuation fo the Star Wars tale started by ‘The Mandalorian’. Though it has its own voice, and style, it still is part of the same timeline. If the first season was any indication, there are more stories to tell about this anti-hero as he continues to establish himself as the ruler of his blossoming criminal empire. That being said, there is also enough in this series to make us giddy with aniticipation of what’s to come outside of ‘The Book of Boba Fett’. The galaxy from far, far away is growing very well. May the Force be with it. This is the Way.

Fett and Shand on Mos Espa

If you’re one who likes space westerns, give this series a try. ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ is now streaming on Disney Plus.