Gilad Pellaeon, a character from the Star Wars Legends novels, made his first live-action appearance in the latest episode of The Mandalorian season 3. Pellaeon was a Corellia-born naval officer who served as Thrawn’s right-hand man and captain of the flagship Star Destroyer, Chimaera.
Who is Gilad Pellaeon?
In the Legends canon, Pellaeon ascended to the rank of Supreme Commander of the Imperial Remnant, while in the current Canon, he was appointed commander of the Harbringer Star Destroyer by Governor Tarkin in the 2019 novel, Thrawn: Treason. Pellaeon’s appearance in The Mandalorian was voiced by Jim Cummings in the animated series, Rebels. This marks a significant moment for fans of the character as he has been a fan favorite for many years.
Thrawns right hand man in Legends appeared in The Mandalorian Chapter 23, "Gilad Pellaeon" they've got the look spot on ! pic.twitter.com/edK3WN8Acr
— StarWarsOnly (@StarWars0nly) April 12, 2023
Originally created by Timothy Zahn in the Thrawn trilogy of novels, Gilad Pellaeon has become a beloved character among Star Wars fans. His appearance in The Mandalorian season 3 has sparked excitement and curiosity about the character and his future in the Star Wars universe. Fans are eager to know more about Pellaeon’s history and how he fits into the current Canon.
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As a Corellia-born naval officer, Pellaeon was a key figure in the “true Empire” and served as Thrawn’s second in command. He was known for his loyalty and military prowess, which led him to ascend to the rank of Supreme Commander of the Imperial Remnant in the Legends canon. In the current Canon, Pellaeon was appointed commander of the Harbringer Star Destroyer by Governor Tarkin in Thrawn: Treason.
In the Star Wars Legends novel Heir to the Empire, Captain Gilad Pellaeon was an Imperial naval officer who would later become the right-hand man to Grand Admiral Thrawn.
Captain Pellaeon served aboard Thrawn’s flagship Star Destroyer known as the Chimaera! #StarWars pic.twitter.com/PPPA735X1n
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Fans of the character are also excited about his voice actor, Jim Cummings, who voiced Pellaeon in the animated series, Rebels. This marks a significant moment for fans of the character as they get to see him come to life in live-action for the first time.
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In conclusion, the appearance of Gilad Pellaeon in The Mandalorian season 3 has sparked excitement and curiosity among fans. As a beloved character from the Star Wars Legends novels, Pellaeon’s inclusion in the current Canon is a significant moment for fans. With his history as a Corellia-born naval officer and his loyalty to the “true Empire,” fans are eager to see how Pellaeon will fit into the future of the Star Wars universe.
