Ahch-To

Ahch-To is a planet in the vast cosmology of the Star Wars universe, appearing in the later movies of the franchise. Introduced primarily in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens" (2015), Ahch-To serves as a crucial piece of the series’s space opera puzzle. It is distinguished by its oceanic landscape covered by numerous rocky islands, with one of these islands being home to the first Jedi temple.

The name Ahch-To is rumored to originate from the word Act Two, hinting at the vital role the planet plays in the middle part of the new trilogy. The planet's rugged landscape contains an assortment of strange species, including the notable Porg, a bird species native to the planet. The planet's overall structure and environment were inspired by real-world locations, with filming for Ahch-To scenes majorly done on Skellig Michael, an island off the coast of County Kerry in Ireland.

In Star Wars lore, Ahch-To is significant as the residing place of Luke Skywalker during his self-imposed exile following his failure with training Kylo Ren. Rey, one of the leading characters, finds Luke on Ahch-To with the mission to bring him back into the Resistance. The planet then becomes the stage where Rey receives training in the Jedi arts from Luke.

The first Jedi Temple situated on Ahch-To is a location of myth and legend, shrouded in mystery and surrounded by mystic aura. It is believed to be the birthplace of the Jedi Order, further elevating the significance of Ahch-To, and insinuating its fundamental ties to the Force.

Ahch-To's introduction into the Star Wars universe added a number of intriguing elements to already rich lore. It is a planet that beautifully fuses natural splendors with the Star Wars universe's fantastical elements, hosting key characters and serving as the backdrop for crucial narrative progressions. From its unique creatures to its mythical structures, Ahch-To truly embodies the enchanting and mystifying spirit of Star Wars.