With San Diego Comic-Con set to kick-off next week, Lucasfilm has given fans an early glimpse of the latest form of Imperial fighter to menace the galaxy far, far away: the Sith Trooper.
The character design was unveiled via a range of official merchandise over on
StarWars.com, and, as you can see, the armor closely resembles that of the First Order Troopers while sporting the menacing red hue of Snoke's Praetorian Guards (or The Emperor's Royal Guards, if you prefer) from
The Last Jedi.
The name "Sith Trooper" is very interesting, as it would seem to suggest that these formidable-looking fellows will be utilized as guards for the returning Emperor Palpatine. Might they also have some connection to the Dark Side of The Force, perhaps?
Check out the merchadise images below, and let us know what you think of
Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker's Sith Trooper in the comments.
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Hasbro The Black Series, Special Edition, Sith Trooper
– Early Release Edition ($32)
Booth #3329
Loungefly Sith Trooper Unisex Backpack
– Early Release Edition ($70; $75 with Sith Trooper Funko Pop!)
Booth #5248
Rubie’s Sith Trooper costume sets and masks for kids and adults, perfect for fans of all ages
– Early Release Edition ($6-$75)
Booth #4049
Funko Sith Trooper Pop!
– Early Release Edition ($15)
Booth #5841
Fifth Sun Sith Trooper Tee (Red Helm Short Sleeve Crew Tee)
– Early Release Edition ($28)
Booth #2913-J
Hot Toys Sith Trooper 1/6 Scale Figure
– Early Release Edition ($230)
Booth #1929