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Han Solo is one of the primary characters in the Star Wars franchise, first appearing in "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope" (1977). Solo is portrayed by actor Harrison Ford. The character is a brash and witty space smuggler who commands the Millennium Falcon, a ship recognized for its speed and firepower. Solo often serves as the comic relief in Star Wars due to his sarcasm and clever one-liners. An expert pilot and sharpshooter, Solo is also known to be a relentless fighter when cornered.

Despite his tough exterior and seemingly selfish tendencies, Solo exhibits a moral compass and loyalty to his friends that often triumph over his mercenary instincts. His relationships with the characters Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, and Chewbacca form a significant part of his arc throughout the series. Solo has a particularly deep bond with Chewbacca, a Wookiee who serves as his co-pilot and is often seen by his side.

In "Star Wars: Episode IV - A New Hope", Solo's mercenary nature is initially made apparent when he demands payment in exchange for rescuing Princess Leia. However, he later returns to assist the Rebel Alliance in their mission, a decision that reveals his inherent good will. Over the course of the original trilogy, Solo develops a romantic relationship with Leia, which eventually leads to their marriage.

Han Solo's backstory was explored in depth in the stand-alone film "Solo: A Star Wars Story" released in 2018, with Alden Ehrenreich playing a younger version of Solo. The film depicts Solo's early days as a smuggler, his first encounter with Chewbacca, how he came into possession of the Millennium Falcon, and his first 'Kessel Run' - a legendary feat in the Star Wars universe.

Han Solo serves as the anti-hero and the rogue with a heart of gold in the Star Wars narrative. His character arc is one of redemption, going from a self-serving smuggler to a hero of the Rebellion. Despite his rough exterior, Solo is ultimately brave and loyal, consistently putting himself in danger to help his friends and the larger cause.

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