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Star Wars Introduces Transgender Stormtrooper in New Book

The character, named Sister, is featured in 'Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers' and has sparked mixed reactions among fans.

  • Sister, a transgender stormtrooper, is introduced in the book 'Star Wars: The Secrets of the Clone Troopers,' aimed at young audiences.
  • The character first appeared in the 2022 novel 'Queen's Hope' alongside iconic characters Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
  • Fans have expressed mixed reactions, with some praising the move for inclusivity and others criticizing it as overly progressive.
  • The Star Wars franchise has faced similar backlash in the past for its perceived 'woke' agenda, notably with the canceled series 'The Acolyte.'
  • Online review-bombing and negative comments have emerged, reflecting ongoing tensions within the Star Wars fan community over diversity representation.
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