Astromech droid who has been present for nearly every major event in the saga. Loyal, brave, and resourceful.
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Saves the Queen's ship, repairs the shield generator.
Accompanies Anakin and Padmé to Geonosis.
Main droid character — appears in countless episodes across all seasons.
This character appears in many additional episodes throughout the series. The episodes listed above are key appearances that define their story arc.
Helps rescue Palpatine, fights in space battles, aboard Padmé's ship during her final moments.
Cameo appearance at Bail Organa's base.
Brief appearances with the Rebellion.
Seen briefly at Yavin base before the battle of Scarif.
Carries the Death Star plans, delivers Leia's message to Obi-Wan.
Repairs the Falcon, accompanies Luke to Dagobah.
Serves drinks on Jabba's sail barge, part of the Endor mission.
In low-power mode on Ahch-To with Luke. Awakens when Rey arrives.
With Luke on Ahch-To, later returns to the Resistance.
Helps translate Sith text, accompanies the crew to the final battle.
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