Following the release of the first trailer for Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, the hype for the film's December premiere is only increasing. While fans are still eagerly awaiting more footage and plot details, and while director J.J. Abrams, Disney and Lucasfilm have only offered a few hints about the film, including acknowledging that Emperor Palpatine would have some kind of presence in the movie.
While the Jedi get all of the attention, Star Wars is filled with Sith and several other villains. With that in mind, whether you're shopping for yourself or looking for a present for someone else, here are five items that could tempt anyone to go over to the Dark Side.
DARTH VADER BATHROBE
GET IT FROM: $29.99
In the Star Wars franchise, it's argue that Darth Vader isn't the coolest character around. If even if you love the Light Side, you've got to admit that his iconic look can't be beat. In fact, it's one of main reasons he's become such a pop culture icon. Now, when you step out the shower, you can look like the Sith Lord too courtesy of this 100% polyester bathrobe.
It's an officially licensed product from the Robe Factory, so when you're enjoying that soft fleece fabric, you can rest assured that you're donning something legit. It even has the detailed embroidery and patch design of Vader's robotic suit, nailing the aesthetic perfectly. Apart from mimicking the classic costume, it also comes in male and female sizes. Even if you don't want to rock it after the shower, you can simply adjust the tie and lounge with it the next time you're watching a Star Wars marathon.
THE BLACK SERIES: EMPEROR PALPATINE
GET IT FROM: $39.99
The Black Series is one of the hottest Star Wars action figure lines and in this case, we're recommending something for folks who adore the returning Emperor Palpatine. This 6" scale figure comes straight from the Return of the Jedi scene where he tried to lure Luke Skywalker to the Dark Side. He even has his throne here, which perfectly matches his detailed look, so you can recreate the moment when Luke rebuked his offer and tried to save Vader's soul.
The collectible also has other accessories such as Palpatine's ever-deadly lightning-hands, which is ideal for those who enjoyed seeing him devolve from his days as a senator and of course, Darth Sidious, into a disfigured tyrant. It's certainly a haunting image but it'll go well with almost any Star Wars memorabilia you have, simply because of how it looks like it was ripped straight from the big screen.
DARTH VADER MUG
GET IT FROM: $19.99
This Darth Vader mug is such a multi-purpose gift -- have it on mornings with coffee or even during the day. It's also good for a cup o' joe at night or with some tea when you're looking to wind down. But what makes this stand out is it's no ordinary mug, it's a 3-D cut, uniquely chiseled design that majestically mimics Vader's helmet and allows you to offer cheers to the Sith.
It holds up to 20 ounces of hot or cold beverage and measures 5" x 5" x 6.5", but the real kicker is the removable lid top. You can cover and insulate beverages as you so please, and even walk around holding it by the handle just to intimidate your fellow workers. It feels like you're holding the Sith's head right in the palm of your hands, and as an officially licensed product, controlling Vader like this might make you feel like Palpatine or Grand Moff Tarkin.
KYLO REN'S HELMET
GET IT FROM: $27.05
This is definitely for the new generation of Dark Side fans, even if you don't consider Kylo Ren a full-fledged Sith. Whether or not you like his whiny personality, he almost looks as cool as Darth Vader. This helmet from Rubies comes as a two-piece setup and with its battle-damaged marks, it looks exactly like what Adam Driver wore in Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
It stands 13.78" high x 9.45" wide, and everything from the visor to the grill seems super authentic. It's perfect for Halloween, cosplay events, conventions or walking around in the privacy of your own home. Seriously, though, when it comes to masks and overall merchandise revolving around the man formerly known as the Jedi Ben Solo, you can't go wrong with this item.
THE MANDALORIAN WATCH
GET IT FROM: $43.99
This is great for fans awaiting Jon Favreau's The Mandalorian on Disney+, but it's even better for Boba Fett lovers. The iconography and color scheme perfectly matches Boba, but this watch is so well-designed that it looks good, even if you have no idea who Boba Fett is.
Boba is such a popular cult figure in the mythos and in pop culture on the whole, and with this watch, everything from the distressed design to the scratches make it look like you were in the trenches, hunting Han Solo for Jabba the Hutt. With this timepiece, any Jedi, Rebel or Light Side Force-wielder would surely be able to take one look at you and know that their time's up.
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