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I'm sure you all know that today is the release of The Force Unleashed. So in honor of the game I've compiled the top 7 Star Wars game characters. These guys are the best of the best in my opinion. Not only do they have uber abilities in game but have a great story-line behind them as well. They all have some little trait or another that set them aside from all the rest. Now its easy to pick great Star Wars characters... but game characters! Yikes, when you weed through all the games that don't suck you are left with these guys!

7. HK-47 - Knights of the Old Republic, Knights of the Old Republic II

HK-47, the assassin droid, was originally created by Darth Revan. Not only did he coin the term "meatbags" in reference to all organic life forms, but he had a real thirst for blood with no regard for life. He is one of the most feared assassin droids but is known for his witty remarks.If anything he brings sheer entertainment.

"As you command Master, but I would be very swift and violent in dealing with the little Meatbag..." - HK-47

5&6. Darth Revan and Darth Malak - Knights of the Old Republic

The lack of in depth Sith roles is sad but apparently no one cares. Proving that the bad guys are so under appreciated. My favorite duo of villains though had a short but sweet reign of havoc on the galaxy. The eery looking Darth Revan and his loyal apprentice Darth Malak established a Sith empire that caused the Republic great losses. In the midst of their plan to destroy the jedi, Darth Malak tries to kill his master but fails. Darth Revan is saved and later brought back to the light side by Bastila Shan, who then gets captured by Darth Malak. Ultimately Dark Malak seduces her to the dark side for a short time, but fails again, thanks to Revan. Thus making the two faced Malak and rehab addict Revan cool... in their own... special way.

"You cannot hide from what you once were, Revan! Recognize that you were once the Dark Lord - and know that I have taken your place!" - Darth Malak to Revan

4. Jango Fett - Bounty Hunter

First of all anyone wearing Mandalorian armor is automatically awesome. That wasn't enough though. He landed his own game only after his claim to fame in Attack of the Clones, as the defiant model for the Clone Troopers. This game sets out to to explain how he came to land such an important role in the galaxy. And even throws our heads into a spin with the cutscene showing Darth Sidious commanding his apprentice to seek out the most skilled bounty hunter in the galaxy! GASP! Unfortunately for poor Jango, his game will not be remembered as one of the better Star Wars games, but he stands out among the crowd, character wise. For an awkward third-person shooter, Jango is a solid character who still comes off pretty cool with his gadgets, jet pack, and dual blasters. Despite the games failed mechanics, Jango some-what saves it with his true bad guy perspective.

"I am the best. Always was." - Jango Fett

3. Bastila Shan - Knights of the Old Republic

There is no arguing, Bastila Shan is one badass chick! She possessed the power of Battle Meditation which made her a key player in KOTOR. For a time she uses a yellow lightsaber and then moves on to the traditionally frowned upon, double-bladed lightsaber. Bastila is definitely not your typical Jedi with her headstrong attitude. Her over-confidence eventually leads to her capture by Darth Malak who eventually seduces her to the dark side. Don't panic, she makes her way back to the light side of the force in time for the ending... unless you suck at choosing dialogue options and can't persuade her to come back.

"When I used my Force powers to keep you alive on that bridge it created our bond". - Bastila to Revan

2. Kyle Katarn - SW: Dark Forces

Kyle could quite possibly be my favorite Star Wars video game character. He was created to be a blank character in Dark Forces but became surprisingly popular. This once Imperial Stormtrooper became a famous Rebel Alliance operative and Jedi. He often mocks the jedi as an operative until he learns he is sensative in the force. He is most famous for blowing up the Arc Hammer and destroying the third phase of the Dark Trooper Project. He goes on to star in the Jedi Knight series and even plays a role in SW: Lethal Alliance.

"I'm no Jedi; I'm just a guy with a lightsaber and a few questions." - Kyle Katarn

1. Starkiller aka Galen Marek - The Force Unleashed

The newest face of Star Wars is making a name for himself, literally. He is a token badass who is extremely powerful in the force. Specializing in telekinesis, Sith lightning, force jump, and lets not forget his untouchable saber skills. Being raised by Darth Vader, you would assume him to be a conflicted mess, but he is for the most part calm and determined. He is confident in his skills which easily surpass any opponent...Yes, any. But he has more power in him than even he knew. Learning his name sheds new light on his future and what part he is truely meant to plays in the galaxy. Is he to become a powerful Sith Lord or a heroic icon? Either way his sheer power solidifies his spot but his genuine character makes him the most badass.

"My name...My name is Galen." - Starkiller to Juno Eclipse

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