The Expanded Universe discussion

I was thinking the other day about the ongoing Star Wars verses Star Trek debate. It seems that there are two sides to this: People who enjoy the Star Wars universe and people who enjoy the Star Trek universe. So... how come they have a snazzy name and we don't? Trekkies! That has a certain ring to it, it lets you know you are part of a larger group, and not just a single person floating in a sea of information all by your lonesome. Any ideas for what our name could be?

Rebel Alliance is good, but what about those of us who kind of prefer the evil guys? I guess we could say Stormtroopers, but then we get into the confusion about WWII Germany. That is if anybody knows anything about history. . . maybe it's not a problem, after all.

What about the 'Trooper's Alliance' and anyone involved is referred to as a 'trooper'

Hmmm... good point. Something for us all to deeply consider... do we sum up our deep contemplations about the universe and life itself into one simple word, or let our allegiance with this universe be portrayed with the actions we perform pertaining to it.

sneezer wrote: "Ya know, I think that's one of the (very many) great things about Star Wars ...you *can* like the evil guys. IMO this isn't really so in Star Trek (or BSG or Firefly or...)."

True. But in these, I don't think the antagonists are as developed as in Star Wars. Plus, you don't have your main villain turn back to the good guys at the end. With the strong connection to all those archetypal stories, I think it's a foregone conclusion to say that Star Wars is the best. Plus, it's true that the EU has added a lot on top of what was initially in the films.

Now that I've said that, I can tell that I wandered off topic. If anybody wants to continue this, we can start a new thread . . .

Heh, funny thread.

A friend and I had a discussion on this topic back when the Special Editions happened. We eventually settled on jedites as those who follow the adventures of the jedi.

With all the sith stuff these days, something else is in order. I like sithies as something comically light-hearted. :D

How about something associated with Star Wars, and yet collective enough to cover all aspects of the movies and the EU. Something like..."The Force".

Too philosophical? Too blah?

What about some reference that only true fans will get. Something like... "The Krayt Dragons" or "The Womprats"

Yeah, but who wants to be called a womprat? OK, last chance. How about something really obscure, but in all of the movies. Something like..."Wilhelm's Scream" (Check it out if it's too obscure for even you)

I have too much time on my hands.

What about the "last ones standing."

Stephen wrote: "What about the "last ones standing.""

Isn't that a Bruce Willis movie?

I thought of another (although I believe it is the name of the official Star Wars fan club):"The 501st Legion" or "Vader's Fist".

Hi guys! I just made a group totally dedicated to the authors of the star wars universe. This is the link.
http://www.goodreads.com/group/show/4...
It is open for anyone to join! (right now it is very small.)

How about "star wars fans"

Implionlord wrote: "How about "star wars fans""

It's ingenious in its simplicity...

And yes, William. The 501st Legion/Vader's Fist is another group. Not necessarily just a fan club, but dedicated to costuming specifically. I should know. I'm a stormtrooper with them. :)

How about Star Warriors? Straight forward, but says it all.

I realize it's been used on the Order 66 podcast, but what about "Echo Base"? Or "The Echo Base Chronicles"... or something like that.

EUies :)