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Naboo

The Naboo are an indigenous species of humanoid beings in the Star Wars universe, specifically hailing from the planet Naboo. This planet is situated in the Mid Rim's Chommell sector and is known for its lush landscape, spectacular architecture, and political significance. Inhabitants of the planet, called the Naboo or Naboo humans, are famed for their elegance, poise, and strong-looking structures, while their cultural and diplomatic achievements also play a major role in the galactic politics. The Naboo planet is depicted in several Star Wars movies, TV series, as well as other media such as books and comics.

The Naboo culture emphasizes on the importance of wisdom, diplomacy, and the arts, with their cities being an outstanding example of their craftsmanship. They are known for their elaborate fashion, intricate hair-styles, and extravagant face paintings that signify one's status and accomplishments. The elegant city of Theed, the capital of Naboo, houses the Royal palace and numerous other breathtaking buildings. Even though the Naboo have been successful in mingling with other species, they maintain their unique cultural identity and ensure the use of their native language alongside Galactic Basic Standard.

Some of the most prominent characters from the Star Wars universe are Naboo humans. Padmé Amidala, for example, is a central character in the prequel trilogy, serving as the Queen, Senator of Naboo, and wife to Anakin Skywalker. Her role in the series is significant because she represents the spirit of democracy and fights for its values.

Another notable character from the Naboo is Sheev Palpatine, who eventually becomes the Emperor and instigates the rise of the Sith's Galactic Empire. Throughout the series, his manipulation and hunger for power lead to the ultimate downfall of the democratic Galactic Republic, culminating to the dark period of the Galactic Empire.

Besides Naboo humans, the planet is also home to another species called the Gungans. While the two species exist on the same planet, they primarily reside in separate regions- the Naboo humans dwell in cities, while the Gungans live in underwater environments. Initially, both species have wary relations, but they eventually unite to battle the threats posed by the Trade Federation during the Invasion of Naboo.

The planet of Naboo plays a pivotal role in the Star Wars universe, mainly because it is a site of significant political Turmoil. The Invasion of Naboo serves as the primary plot point in 'Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace' and becomes the catalyst for the entire prequel trilogy's chain of events. Moreover, the political prowess and influence of key Naboo characters like Padmé Amidala and Sheev Palpatine also highlight the importance of the planet in the overall Star Wars narrative.

the Naboo are a critical element in the Star Wars universe. These humanoid inhabitants of the planet Naboo boast a rich culture and are integral to the galactic politics. With notable characters like Padmé Amidala and Sheev Palpatine hailing from Naboo, the planet has become a focal point in the Star Wars series. Beyond the elegant cities that showcase Naboo culture, the planet remains a crucial center of political power and Turmoil, shaping the narrative of Star Wars in various ways.

Closest Pages from Podcast Discussion: Gungans (+87), Trade Federation (+30), Republic (+28), Geonosians (+18), Ahsoka (+18),

Mentions on Podcast Episodes:

"But obviously, the Naboo one really, really stuck out on me."

2. - (40 BBY) Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray
"Yeah, the Naboo."

2. - (40 BBY) Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray
"I remember the Naboo one."

2. - (40 BBY) Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray
"and be like, control the Naboo and see like, you know, but yeah."

2. - (40 BBY) Master & Apprentice by Claudia Gray
"But the the reason they had to be in the movie, in my opinion, is well, if the Naboo were were too powerful,"

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"they'd already established that the Naboo were not powerful enough to resist the Trade Federation."

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"So if the if the Naboo would have been too powerful, I'm not sorry if the sorry if the Gungan had been too powerful,"

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"then then obviously the Naboo would not have been the dominant race."

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"So that means the Naboo had I mean, it's sort of the Gungans had to have some sort of limitation."

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"Yeah. Nabooians. Nabooians. Nabooians. Nubooians."

6. - (32 BBY) The Phantom Menace
"Gungans live like underwater on on Naboo yeah you know you're right yeah that is"

7. - (29 BBY) Obi-Wan and Anakin Miniseries (1-3)
"Agreed and then you had the ones that were stayed back on Naboo and then they kind of"

9. - (28 BBY) Queen's Shadow by E.K. Johnston
"come back or they they go back to Naboo you know toward the kind of toward the ending of the book"

9. - (28 BBY) Queen's Shadow by E.K. Johnston
"20 years and then somebody comes up from Naboo one day calls for"

9. - (28 BBY) Queen's Shadow by E.K. Johnston
"And goes back to this little hovel in the middle of Naboo."

9. - (28 BBY) Queen's Shadow by E.K. Johnston
"When you say the target, you mean the target of the whole invasion of Naboo?"

11. - (25 BBY) Dooku Jedi Lost by Cavan Scott
"or something like that from Naboo."

18. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S3E1 ‘Clone Cadets’ & S3E3 ‘Supply Lines'
"No, because Natalie Portman's character represents Naboo."

18. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S3E1 ‘Clone Cadets’ & S3E3 ‘Supply Lines'
"And so they talk about her being the representative of Naboo specifically."

18. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S3E1 ‘Clone Cadets’ & S3E3 ‘Supply Lines'
"They say the representative from Naboo, which may mean that she does have other planets."

18. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S3E1 ‘Clone Cadets’ & S3E3 ‘Supply Lines'
"Caves, massive creatures that live under underwater in an underwater in Naboo."

19. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S1E1-S1E4 'Ambush / Malevolence Trilogy'
"And the ones in the Naboo, they stack, you know, there's like three and then a bigger one, then a bigger one, then a bigger one."

19. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S1E1-S1E4 'Ambush / Malevolence Trilogy'
"in his secret underground lab on Naboo."

25. - (22 BBY) Clone Wars S1 E17, S1 E18 & Star Wars Visions Episode 3
"they would be doing the Naboo customs?"

42. - (21 BBY) Forces of Destiny S2 Episode 2 and Clone Wars - Heroes on Both Sides
"If you go over there, then yeah, you don't use Naboo customs and you don't expect them"

42. - (21 BBY) Forces of Destiny S2 Episode 2 and Clone Wars - Heroes on Both Sides
"to have Naboo customs."

42. - (21 BBY) Forces of Destiny S2 Episode 2 and Clone Wars - Heroes on Both Sides

Naboo

"But obviously, the Naboo one really, really stuck out on me."

"Yeah, the Naboo."

"I remember the Naboo one."

"and be like, control the Naboo and see like, you know, but yeah."

"But the the reason they had to be in the movie, in my opinion, is well, if the Naboo were were too powerful,"

"they'd already established that the Naboo were not powerful enough to resist the Trade Federation."

"So if the if the Naboo would have been too powerful, I'm not sorry if the sorry if the Gungan had been too powerful,"

"then then obviously the Naboo would not have been the dominant race."

"So that means the Naboo had I mean, it's sort of the Gungans had to have some sort of limitation."

"Yeah. Nabooians. Nabooians. Nabooians. Nubooians."

"Gungans live like underwater on on Naboo yeah you know you're right yeah that is"

"Agreed and then you had the ones that were stayed back on Naboo and then they kind of"

"come back or they they go back to Naboo you know toward the kind of toward the ending of the book"

"20 years and then somebody comes up from Naboo one day calls for"

"And goes back to this little hovel in the middle of Naboo."

"When you say the target, you mean the target of the whole invasion of Naboo?"

"or something like that from Naboo."

"No, because Natalie Portman's character represents Naboo."

"And so they talk about her being the representative of Naboo specifically."

"They say the representative from Naboo, which may mean that she does have other planets."

"Caves, massive creatures that live under underwater in an underwater in Naboo."

"And the ones in the Naboo, they stack, you know, there's like three and then a bigger one, then a bigger one, then a bigger one."

"in his secret underground lab on Naboo."

"they would be doing the Naboo customs?"

"If you go over there, then yeah, you don't use Naboo customs and you don't expect them"

"to have Naboo customs."