8 of the best original Star Wars characters ranked from weakest to strongest
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3. Luke Skywalker
Alright, let's talk about Luke Skywalker, the farm boy who skyrocketed to Galactic hero status faster than you can say “Kessel Run.” Once a kid from the dusty dunes of Tatooine, who’s more used to dodging womp rats than wielding a lightsaber, this guy goes from zero to hero - literally. He starts off as your average Joe, whining about power converters at Tosche Station, and ends up as the Jedi master who takes down the Empire. Luke’s journey is like watching a caterpillar turn into a lightsaber-wielding butterfly. He’s got the whole package: bravery, a heart of gold, and a knack for getting out of sticky situations. And let’s not forget, he's the only one who believes there’s still some good in Darth Vader. Spoiler alert: the man is right.
Now, why does Luke rank número três on my list? Simple: he’s the underdog who made it big. From shooting womp rats in his T-16 to blowing up the Death Star, Luke shows us that a little faith in the Force goes a long way. And his skills? They go from “meh” to “mind-blowing” faster than the Millennium Falcon on hyperdrive. He wields his lightsaber like a pro, does mind tricks, and even gives Darth Vader a run for his money. Plus, he does all of this without losing his farm boy charm. Luke’s not just a character; he’s a legend, an icon, the guy who makes you believe that even the most ordinary person can change the galaxy.