What Planets Were Destroyed By Starkiller Base
Okay, let's talk about something *totally* awesome – Starkiller Base! You know, that planet-sized superweapon from Star Wars: The Force Awakens? The one that could suck up stars and then… well, BOOM?
We're diving deep into its planetary hit list. Prepare for some interstellar devastation!
The Victims: Who Got Starkiller-ed?
So, who felt the wrath of Starkiller Base? It wasn't just a random asteroid field, oh no. These were inhabited worlds, part of the vibrant life of the Republic.
Hosnian Prime: The Big One
First up is Hosnian Prime. Think of it as the galactic capital, the heart of the New Republic. If the Republic was a company, Hosnian Prime was its headquarters, filled with all the important paperwork and probably a *really* good coffee machine.
Yeah, Starkiller Base turned all that into space dust. Imagine your office building being turned into glitter, but the glitter is on fire. Not a good day at work.
The Hosnian System: A Chain Reaction of Destruction
But here's the thing: it wasn't *just* Hosnian Prime. The entire Hosnian system was vaporized. This means all the other planets orbiting that star, the little guys you probably never even heard of, also got the superweapon treatment.
Think of it like dominos falling, but instead of dominos, it's planets. A *very* sad, planet-sized domino effect.
How Many Planets *Really*?
This is where things get a little tricky. The movie shows us Hosnian Prime, and implies the whole system is done for. But how many planets were actually in the Hosnian system?
Well, Star Wars lore doesn't give us a *precise* number. So, we have to do some Star Wars detective work!
Most star systems have multiple planets. Earth's solar system, for example, has eight (plus some dwarf planets!). So, it's safe to say that Hosnian Prime wasn't just chilling all by itself.
Let's be super conservative and say there were at least *three* planets in the Hosnian system. That's Hosnian Prime, plus at least two more buddies, all gone in a flash.
The Aftermath: A Galaxy Gripped by Fear
Starkiller Base didn't just blow up some planets. It blew up the sense of security the galaxy had. It showed the First Order meant business. Like, *really* bad business.
Imagine thinking you were safe, and then suddenly, BAM! Your entire government is gone. You'd probably be a little freaked out too.
So, the final tally: At *least* three planets, including the galactic capital, Hosnian Prime. A truly devastating blow to the New Republic and a stark reminder of the First Order's power.
Let’s hope no one ever builds something like that again. Though, admittedly, it *is* a pretty impressive (and terrifying) piece of technology.
