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f1-disaster-bi · 19 hours ago

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That is way too acurate 😂😂😂

Okay but that is way too accurate and so damn funny omg 😂😂

That is Lando's gang and defense squad, and yes, Princess Max Fewtrell is the most dangerous of them all 😂😂

#lando norris #lando things #lando's defense squad

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loveformadrid · 5 months ago

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I laughed when I saw this.

Oh I’m sorry, forgive Lando for actually having feelings 🙄 have you seen how those races went??? Can you understand them as a drivers’ point of view? Let me answer this for you: NO.

And stop acting like you’re such a bigger and better person than him when you goddamn know you would act the same way.

Hypocrites.

#f1 #anti Piastri #Lando Norris #Lando Norris defense squad bitchh

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landoloveclub · 7 months ago

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Max being interviewed and saying that despite people having doubts he firmly believes Lando CAN win the championship mhm you tell them max

#he said do NOT underestimate lando #norstappen they’ll never make me hate you #max is a part of the lando defense squad

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rose24207 · 2 months ago

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Beta Squad Bake-Off ft. Lando Norris

Summary: Lando joins the Beta Squad's chaotic baking challenge, where his undeniable chemistry with Y/N leaves everyone questioning who’s simping for whom.

Genre: Humor, fluff

TW: filly (?)

A/N: here’s part 2! English is not my first language. I hope you enjoy is though! Requests are open and welcome!

P1

Masterlist

The Beta Squad kitchen was alive with its usual chaos, the air thick with flour, anticipation, and the distinct smell of impending disaster. The guys were already hyped, buzzing about today’s guest. But for you, today was different. Today was everything.

Lando Norris—Formula 1 star, recent Beta Squad collab, and your not-so-secret crush—was back. And this time, he’d been paired with you for a baking challenge. The same Lando who’d slid into your DMs after your shameless video antics. The same Lando you’d been texting ever since. The same Lando who made your stomach flip every time he popped into your notifications.

You’d convinced yourself it was purely platonic. You had to. But deep down, you knew better.

“Alright, people!” Chunkz clapped his hands as the cameras started rolling. “Today’s challenge is simple: bake a cake. But since this is us, expect flour fights, questionable skills, and maybe a burnt kitchen.”

“Speak for yourself,” Sharky said, adjusting his apron. “I’m going for Gordon Ramsay levels today.”

“Mate, you can’t even boil water without setting off the fire alarm,” AJ shot back.

You were trying to focus, but when Lando walked into the room, all coherent thought left your brain.

Dressed casually in jeans and a black hoodie, his hair slightly tousled, he looked effortlessly cool. He greeted everyone with that signature grin, but when his eyes landed on you, his smile widened.

“Y/N,” he said, his tone teasing. “Ready to redeem yourself after that McLaren trivia fail?”

You felt your cheeks heat instantly. “Listen, Norris,” you shot back, trying to sound confident, “I’m not just good at baking—I’m amazing at it. You’re lucky you’re on my team.”

“Oh, am I?” he teased, leaning against the counter.

The guys immediately picked up on the energy.

“Oi, this is suspicious,” Kenny said, narrowing his eyes at you two. “Why does it feel like they’ve been texting?”

“We have not!” you said quickly, too quickly.

Chunkz raised an eyebrow. “That was defensive.”

“Focus on your own cake, Chunkz,” you muttered, trying to ignore the laughter.

The challenge began, and you took charge immediately.

“Okay, we’re doing a chocolate cake with salted caramel frosting,” you announced, pulling out ingredients. “Lando, start melting the chocolate.”

“Yes, ma’am,” he said, saluting you with a cheeky grin.

As you worked, the chemistry between you and Lando became impossible to ignore. He followed your instructions diligently, but not without slipping in the occasional flirtatious comment.

“You’re surprisingly good at this,” you said, watching as he carefully measured out sugar.

“I’m full of surprises,” he replied, his tone light but his eyes lingering on you just a second too long.

Across the room, the guys were losing their minds.

“Why is it so... flirty over there?” Niko called out, pointing a whisk at you two.

“Because Y/N can’t control herself,” Sharky said, grinning.

“Excuse me?” you shot back, turning to face them. “I am nothing but professional.”

“Professional simp,” AJ muttered, earning a round of laughter.

Lando smirked, leaning closer to you. “Is this what it’s always like with them?”

“Always,” you said, shaking your head. “But don’t worry, I’m used to it.”

“Good,” he said, his voice dropping slightly. “Because I’m not planning on going easy on you, either.”

You froze for a second, his words sending a jolt of electricity through you.

As the baking continued, the banter escalated.

“Lando, do you know how many times Y/N’s mentioned you in our videos?” Filly asked loudly, his voice full of mischief.

“Filly,” you warned, glaring at him.

“Oh, I need to hear this,” Lando said, turning to you with a raised eyebrow. “How many times, Y/N?”

“Don’t listen to him,” you said quickly.

“It’s gotta be at least 20,” Sharky chimed in.

“More like 50,” AJ added.

You groaned, covering your face with your hands. “You’re all the worst.”

Lando laughed, his eyes crinkling at the corners. “I’m flattered, really. But now the pressure’s on—I can’t let you down.”

“You’d better not,” you said, trying to keep your voice steady.

When it came time to decorate, the chaos reached its peak.

“Why does this look like a murder scene?” Kenny asked, gesturing to Sharky and Niko’s station, where frosting was smeared everywhere.

“Because they don’t know what they’re doing,” you said smugly, putting the finishing touches on your cake.

Your cake was, admittedly, a masterpiece: a perfectly frosted chocolate layer cake drizzled with caramel and topped with edible gold flakes.

“This is... unfair,” Chunkz said, staring at your creation. “How are you two so good at this?”

“Because Y/N’s secretly a professional,” Lando said, stepping back to admire the cake. Then, with a sly grin, he added, “And because I’m great at following instructions.”

“You’re great at everything, aren’t you?” you said without thinking, immediately realizing how it sounded.

The room went silent for a beat before Filly burst out laughing.

“She’s not even hiding it anymore!” he shouted.

You groaned, hiding your face in your hands as the guys erupted into chaos.

When the video finally wrapped, the crew began cleaning up, and the squad fell into their usual post-filming banter. You were wiping down the counter when Lando walked up beside you, holding a slice of your cake.

“Want a bite?” he asked, offering you the fork.

You hesitated for a moment before taking it. “Not bad,” you said, grinning. “Maybe you’re not completely useless in the kitchen.”

“High praise,” he said, his tone light but his eyes serious.

For a moment, the chaos around you faded, and it was just the two of you.

“You’re good at this,” he said softly, gesturing around the kitchen.

“Baking?” you asked, confused.

“No,” he said, shaking his head. “This. Making people laugh. Bringing everyone together.”

Your heart skipped a beat. “Thanks,” you said quietly.

He smiled, his gaze lingering on you. “I’m glad I came today.”

“Me too,” you said, trying not to sound too eager.

Before the moment could get too heavy, Filly’s voice rang out. “Oi, Norris! Stop flirting and help us clean up!”

Lando laughed, stepping back. “Duty calls,” he said, winking at you before walking away.

As you watched him go, you couldn’t help but smile. Because for once, it felt like maybe, just maybe, your shameless simping was leading somewhere real.

Thank you for reading!

For: @ejamo

#lando x reader #lando norris #beta squad #bake off #youtube #f1 #chunkz #niko omilana #sharky #king kenny #aj #yung filly #lando imagine

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pensivepeach · 3 months ago

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Oh please, not the charlos (i.e. Charles fans) defense squad coming in. I don’t know why they fixate on Spain only and feel “proud” of themselves for calling Charles out when we’re actually talking about years of shady, disrespectful, condescending and manipulative remarks and behaviour. If these people aren’t able or willing to see it just so they can enjoy a fake ship, then go ahead, but don’t call yourself a Carlos fan if you’re okay with him being treated this way. I’m glad Carlos has never genuinely considered Charles a friend (I mean, in addition to Lando, he recently named Ricky and Tom Stallard as close relationships without a whisper of Charles. That should tell you all you need to know!).

no notes, absolutely spot on‼️

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mgu-h · 4 months ago

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lmao p1 matt spent several minutes of the singapore gp driver ratings video going hard for lando deserving a 10 and now next vid he's in a quadrant hoodie. deputized to lando defense squad for good works

#i guess he tweeted about how his critics are never pleased too #incredible he's stopped charles fanboying long enough but grateful ig lmao

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sinisterexaggerator · 2 years ago

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So, check this out!

After Shriv Suurgav was in the concept art for the Mandalorian, I was super excited because it made a connection to the book Shadow of the Sith. In the book it explains that Shriv is deep inside the New Republic machine, but that Lando Calrissian doesn't know exactly what he does, just that he is useful for digging up information.

As per Battlefront 2's second campaign 29 years later after the Battle of Jakku, Shriv Suurgav is a part of the Resistance. He is also in the book Resistance Reborn, and canon knows Poe Dameron as well as Shriv being at Leia's side from the beginning and going on adventures with Zay once Iden dies.

My point is, what if Poe and Shriv hung out a lot together. Maybe he was also a squadron leader for the New Republic Defense Fleet. He had his own Squad, Danger Squadron, and later Inferno Squadron, so why not keep doing what he was doing?

In this case, I imagine Shriv gets just as fed up as Poe with the whole "not taking the threat of the First Order seriously thing," and I want to think that maybe they bailed together to join up with Leia. Maybe it was a whole ordeal and Shriv rallied behind him, tried to convince others, them snarking and sassing each other goodnaturedly along the way.

Yes, I plan to write a fic about them one day, can you tell?

Yes, it may contain smut.

No, I am not sorry.

#Shriv Suurgav #Poe Dameron #Star Wars #Rebels #Resistance #Resistance Reborn #Battlefront 2 #Star Wars Battlefront 2 #headcanons #New Republic #Mandalorian #Shadow of the Sith #My fic ideas #Extras

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carletes · 2 years ago

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seeing logan react to carlando like 😁

nobody talks about it but logan was one of the og lando defense squad members

he was on the front lines on twitter fighting with lando haters after sochi

i have thought he was alright ever since then. he passed MY own personal test lmao

Omg 🥺 I didn’t know that!!! Ok ok Mr Logan I have grown to appreciate you even more

#hibi answers

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dalekofchaos · 1 year ago

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Eternal Emperor Vader au

Imagine that Darth Vader and Luke worked together to kill Palpatine like Rey and Kylo did.

Vader cements himself in the dark side by killing his master. Luke and Vader declares a peace that would last as long as one did not attack the other. The Empire regrouped and retreated into the Unknown Regions under Vader's leadership, while The New Republic is born.

The New Republic was born and began to heal the galaxy. Luke's new Jedi Order was founded. Mon Mothma as the Chancellor with Leia as Vice Chair. Han and Lando are the Ministers of Defense and Chewbacca is Ambassador to Kashyyyk. The New Republic did not demilitarize their fleet. They instead build and improve their fleet and build Star Defenders to combat the Star Destroyers. To defend their systems, fight the criminal syndicates and prepare for the eventual upcoming war with Emperor Vader.

The Empire is rebuilding it's strength after the defeat at Endor. Thrawn, Gideon, General Veers and Sloane are Vader's inner circle. Vader killed Rax the moment he learned of Palpatine's contingency plans. Vader found Galen Marek and turned him into his apprentice, his Starkiller, the final Inquisitor. Eventually Vader found Exegol. Killed Palpatine and took the Final Order's Sith Fleet for himself. Anyone and everyone loyal to Palpatine is dead. The Empire has become The New Sith Empire. On Exegol, the SIth Temple was reopened, similar to how The First Order abducted children for the new Sith Order.

The Sith have begun to infiltrate the New Republic which begins a cold war between the Sith and the New Republic. Then one day, the day that destroys everything Leia has built. The revelation that Darth Vader is Leia's father. Leia is shunned from The New Republic and this very event is what tips the balance to making this cold war hot.

Ben Solo's betrayal. Ben feels betrayed. All his life he was told the good man that his grandfather was. Hero of the Republic and Jedi Knight of the Jedi Council and that he died sacrificing his life to save the Jedi from The Emperor. He was lied to and he was consumed by rage and betrayal. Luke attempts to stop Ben's anger, but Ben attacks him and leaves him for dead. He gathers his 6 best friends and together they kill the New Jedi Order and venture to find Emperor Vader.

Ben Solo and his fellow Jedi become Kylo Ren and the Knights Of Ren and Vader's Elite Sith Warriors.

Luke flees to Ach-To. He has failed. The war that he was dreading is here and he has himself to blame for not telling Ben the truth.

Out of guilt and shame for failing his son. Han leaves to be a smuggler again. Hoping one day he can make things right with Leia and bring their son home.

Leia lost her son, her father has returned to wage war on her and destroy everything she has worked so hard to build, her brother went into hiding and Han left. Leia has no choice but to lead The Resistance.

Same things that happen in canon happens, but differently

Finn is abducted by The Sith Empire, but not by Phasma. By Iden Versio. Because Operation Cinder never happened, Iden never defects. Iden becomes what Phasma became, only she's a die hard believer and Finn and his squadron is the next generation of Inferno Squad

Poe Dameron is the son of Rebel heroes and is NOT a drug smuggler(fuck you JJ) he is taught by his father.

Rey is left on Jakku, but not because it was done to protect her by junk traders. It was done because her parents were scum. Her father was rejected by Palpatine and left to die and marooned on Jakku. They had Rey, but had nothing. They saw no value in Rey and sold her so they can get off of Jakku. Rey in a fit of rage kills them with the dark side. The trauma of it cuts Rey off from the force and represses the memory.

Paige Tico is the Y-Wing Bomber in Poe's Squadron and Rose Tico is the Intelligence Officer in The New Republic

Kylo Ren, Julian Veers(Veers' son replacing Hux) and Iden Versio are this version of the First Order's Triumvirate

Kylo Ren and Starkiller are at war with each other, each covet the throne from Vader and all they are waiting for is one sign of weakness and they will kill each other for to become Vader's heir.

However there is one thing that could turn the Empire against Vader. A cult of Palpatine loyalists lead by Snoke escaped Exegol and have one mission. Find the true Emperor's granddaughter. Train her and help her become the Empress and destroy the Skywalkers and bring a new age of darkness to the galaxy.

Or can the heirs of Vader and Palpatine come together and bring balance to the force and end this war and the eternal struggle between light and darkness?

I'd say Episode VII is about Vader's return and the beginnings of the war, bringing Han and Leia together, Han's death at the hands of his son, Rey/Finn vs Kylo, but ending with Finn finding Luke. What about Rey? After defeating Kylo Ren. She heard a voice. "Come find me Rey and find your belonging and your rightful place in this galaxy" Rey went to Snoke, while Chewey saved

Episode VIII. Allout war. After the destruction of Hosnian Prime, The New Republic joined forces with The Resistance and declared war on The Sith Empire. The connection between Rey and Ben is formed. But this gains the attentions of Starkiller. Starkiller saw the weakness in Kylo after his defeat at the hands of the scavenger, but now his sentiment just gives him the need to kill Kylo Ren once and for all. Poe and Paige are on the frontlines. Rose works with Leia to discover a way to disable the Xyston Class Star Destroyer lasers in order to prevent as much destruction as possible. Finn is able to pull Luke out of his exile. How? You see, Finn is Luke's son. The Sith Eternal abducted Finn before Luke and Mara could act. The abduction of Finn and the revelation of Vader being Anakin being revealed galaxy wide is what left Luke open to Ben's betrayal. Now that Finn is here, Luke knows he has to make this right. He spends the rest of the movie training Finn. Rey finds her way to Snoke. Snoke reveals the truth to Rey and this shakes her to her very core. One thing that Leia did not count on. Vader has arrived. He boards her ship like he did so long ago. She allows Rose to escape, while she confronts her father. Vader gives her a chance to surrender and join the dark side, it's the only way she can see her son. Leia takes her Lightsaber "I'm a Jedi, like my father once was" "So be it. Jedi" and so we get Vader vs Leia, while Rose enacts the plan to destroy the Xyston-Class fleet. Think the Mass Shadow Generator from KOTOR II, that is EXACTLY what Rose does. Kylo Ren and Starkiller fights in Fortress Vader. while Rey fights Snoke. Kylo Ren kills Starkiller to assume his place at Vader's side. Rey kills Snoke to free herself, she thought she was free until she hears a sinister voice. "You done well, my granddaughter." Meanwhile In the fight between Vader and Leia. Leia proclaims that she knew he was a good man, that her mother loved him, but that man is dead and all that's left is Vader. Vader aims to kill her and Leia gives herself to the force like Obi-Wan. Luke and Finn comes to the rescue and the New Republic rallies behind them. Vader and Luke have a staredown. Finn meets Rose, Rose is in awe of Finn, but Finn is just as in awe in Rose after Poe told her what she did, they congratulate each other and shook hands, a sure sign of friendship and something more. Finn feels distraught. They saved everyone, but they lost Leia and Rey is still missing. Luke tells his son "we have everything we need"

Episode IX. The battle of Coruscant. Stormtrooper Rebellion and the fate of the galaxy. Luke vs Vader. Rey vs Kylo vs Finn. Finn, Poe and Rose work together to stir up a Stormtrooper Rebellion. Finn faces Iden. When Iden has Finn down where she wants, Rose shoots her and Finn cuts her down with the lightsaber. Together Finn and Rose free his brothers and sisters. Ben has conflict. Despite everything he's done, his mother's death changed everything. She lied to him, but he still loved her. He thought his true place was by Vader's side, but this bond with Rey helped show that it's not too late that he can still come back. But Rey changed, she shut him out completely. Ben goes to Finn. Finn is defensive, but senses this is not the same man he fought on Starkiller Base. The final battle between the New Republic and the Sith Empire takes place over and on Coruscant. Luke faces Vader, while Rey and Ben face Empress Rey. Killing Leia changed Vader. a light he never thought possible was there. Luke tells his father it's not too late. No one's ever really gone. For once in his life. Vader shows remorse. Then suddenly force lightning. Empress Rey seeks to finish off Luke and Vader. Ben and Finn are there to try and reach the real Rey. For a brief moment, Anakin Skywalker returns. He takes the essence of Palpatine within him and tells everyone to end it once and for all. Rey, Finn and Ben kill Vader and Palpatine, ending the war once and for all. The movie ends with Lando as Chancellor and signing a peace treaty with Thrawn and Sloane. Finn and Rose get married, Luke rebuilds the Jedi Order. While both Ben and Rey go on a path of atonement to right their wrongs and a ends on a kiss in the Falcon.

#Star Wars #Darth Vader #Kylo Ren #Emperor Vader #Luke Skywalker #Ben Solo #Han Solo #Leia Organa #Rey #Finn #Reylo #Iden Versio

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gossipgirloff1 · 7 months ago

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to be blunt, it's because lando is nowhere near as successful as max. he's not beating anyone's faves, he's not a 3 time world champion, he's just another unremarkable driver on the grid. so majority of people just...don't care what he says or does. he's finally starting to be noticed because after a long time mclaren finally has a car that's making them serious competition for the teams that have been dominating these past few years. prior to this they were pretty much just another midfielder team who have been skating by in the middle of the championship standings. and even when he's in the car, he's not exactly showing a whole lot. he's not doing any impressive overtakes or defensive maneuvers, or displaying any impressive strategies as a driver. he's just a decent driver in a fast car in a season where red bull is finally starting to show cracks. so when he gets upset and runs his mouth, it's just like seeing a baby throw a tantrum. of course he has his fanbase that is there to be his defense squad, but for the majority of the people who watch f1, it's not exactly that people are making excuses for him, it's that no one cares.

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#f1 gossip #lando norris gossip

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canonskyrissian · 4 years ago

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#star wars #lando calrissian #there was some bs in the tag #lando calrissian defense squad

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swiftferrari · 2 years ago

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Look I know he’s getting a penalty, but do you all SEE what Daniel can do when McLaren actually lets him pass Lando??

Also 10 seconds when George got 5 last week? Funny, but not funny haha…

#dr3 #mexican gp 2022 #also I love lando and yuki but #Daniel Ricciardo defense squad

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thebiscuiteternal · 6 years ago

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It suddenly becomes apparent that Calrissian is under the influence of the Empire, as he leads the group into a room where none other than Darth Vader himself greets them. Given that Calrissian had plenty of opportunities to warn the group about the Empire's arrival, he did nothing, choosing his cushy job over his ties with Solo. While he eventually makes up for his treachery, it remains a very dastardly and unsympathetic act of betrayal.

Excuse me? Did you even watch the movie? He had a fucking city full of people effectively being held hostage by the Empire! Perhaps he was wrong in assuming the Empire would actually leave them alone, but a “cushy job” is a fucking stupid take on this!

#star wars #lando calrissian #lando defense squad

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glitterquadricorn · 2 years ago

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To me, it sounds like he's a bit jealous of Daniel. In Daniel's first season with Mclaren, in my opinion, he did pretty good all things considered. Lando at this point has been with Mclaren for two- maybe three seasons and has yet to actually win a race. Now, if my memory serves correct, the closest he's come to winning a race was Monza 2021, which he came in second, but who won that race? His own teammate, Daniel Ricciardo.

Daniel brought Mclaren their first win in almost a decade and the sack of skin (I mean this disrespectfully) went and got a tattoo to commemorate it. So, when I look back at pictures of the podium of Monza 2021 you cannot tell me that somewhere deep down Lando didn't have some sort of resentment towards Daniel for getting the win and not him. And for him to say he has no sympathy for Daniel is absolutely disgusting.

why‘s he sucking his own dick like that?

#the fact that he followed andrew tate makes me wanna vomit #but since Lando followed andrew tate it makes me wonder if he's like him behind closed doors #now i can be wrong on that but still #daniel ricciardo defense squad roll up

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kittystargen3 · 3 years ago

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https://www.fanfiction.net/s/13534569/1/Return-of-the-Survivors

Summary: Alternate Universe- What if Anakin's mother survived and Anakin never went dark side. Padme has the twins on Tatooine and survives. Anakin tries to help the surviving Jedi, while still keeping his family secret. Meanwhile Darth Sidious has been crowned emperor and is going after the remaining Jedi. Rumors have it he's looking for a new apprentice. Anakin gets to be a daddy.

Today I've updated Return of the Survivors. Below is a small snippet of the chapter. Click one of the links to read more.

Chapter 77 - Recruits and New Allies

In the shuttle, Anakin and Luke had just located the blocker Hondo put on their hyperdrive to keep it from taking off.

“Okay, pass me that tool and I’ll pry it off,” said Anakin.

Luke reached up to grab the tool his father wanted, but froze when Lobot informed him, “That might not be necessary. We’ve jumped to hyperspace.”

“Hold on. I thought this was a derelict ship?” Obi-Wan asked, referring to the larger pirate’s ship, not to their own craft, which regrettably couldn’t fly.

“It seems I was mistaken. Several of these systems are more functional than they appear on the outside.” Lobot confessed.

“So, where are we headed?” Anakin asked, reaching for the tool himself. His former Padawan wasn’t gloating, but Obi-Wan was sure he’d hear about it later. Anakin’s many arguments about a ship being more than appearances and older systems, properly maintained, being more capable, came to his mind.

“A random jump several systems away was plugged in. I altered the heading to take us back to Bespin.” Lobot answered, his eyes losing focus as he read data none of the others could see.

“So, what do you want to do about this?” Luke asked, eying his father and Obi-Wan.

“I’ve almost got this off. When we get to Bespin, we can fly out and behind Cloud City’s defenses.”

“Yeah, Lando should be able to handle them,” Han added. “As long as there’s not a squad of Empire cruisers behind us. He can blast one pirate ship out of the sky.”

“But,” Luke protested. “Why did they run? They agreed to witness an exchange, then jump to hyperspace before the empire even shows up.”

“Well, without you to exchange, the Empire is not likely to be happy,” Han pointed out.

“But we haven’t even escaped yet. And I don’t hear laser guns or blasters at the door. Do you?” Luke stated. “Besides, I sense more anxiety than anything else out there. I’d bet they weren’t aware of who we were waiting for until recently. That’s why they jumped.”

Obi-Wan sighed and shook his head. "Hondo isn't the philanthropic type."

Luke went on. “Three Years ago, Hondo was reluctant to get involved in the empire’s doings, even for profit. After Aco was brainwashed, I doubt his opinion would’ve changed.”

“So what do you want to do? Open the door and ask for a parley.” Han asked. Obi-Wan and Anakin had the same opinion, but they didn’t give him eye contact.

“If we do, they might be more amiable than you’d think.” Luke insisted.

Anakin looked back and forth between Luke and Obi-Wan. The two Jedi were having a wordless discussion. After a while, Anakin huffed, putting his tool back down. “He’s your apprentice.”

Obi-Wan shook his head, but a faint smile could be detected if you really looked for it.

“So what? Are we really doing this?” Han anxiously searched for something in the ship to hold as a weapon. The others got up and went over to the door.

Obi-Wan pushed the button and the door opened with a whoosh. They all blinked for a minute. Instead of armed guards there were a few Pirates playing a card game, who looked up casually. “Capt’n wants to talk to you.” One of them said, cocking his head to the right to direct them which way to go.

Obi-Wan stiffened and let his hand, which was touching his lightsaber, rest. Anakin eyed him as he, too, let his weapon hand rest. They both walked past the pirates. Han clutched harder at the long tool he’d grabbed and held over his shoulder, ready to swing. He wasn’t trusting this. Luke walked out without a weapon. He smiled and waved at the pirates. Chewy watched them closely as he walked past them.

At one point Chewy charged at them with a growl. “Yrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrahhhgh.”

The Pirates didn’t jump. The one who’s turn it was merely turned his head and nodded, “Thanks chap.” He began to finger a different card and put it down, with a triumphant smile.

Han sighed. The Wookiee yowled a defence, and Han shook his head.

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The room they were directed to was a large meeting room with an oval table. At the head of the table sat Hondo Ohnaka. His arms were stretched out wide, and a devilish grin was on his face. “Aaaaaah Obi-Wan, Skywalker, are ya ready to talk?” ...

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usafphantom2 · 2 years ago

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Chinese Air Force publicly reveals J-20 stealth game on the ground during AirShow China 2022

Fernando Valduga By Fernando Valduga 11/18/2022 - 14:00 in Military

AirShow China 2022 marked the first time Chengdu Aerospace publicly exhibited its J-20 stealth game on the ground, giving the public the opportunity to see the aircraft in all pre- and post-flight operations.

As reported by Liu Xuanzun and Fan Wei in Zhuhai, in the Global Times, China will continue to update its J-20 stealth game, including the implementation of the latest artificial intelligence (AI) and cognitive technologies, announced Yang Wei, chief designer of the J-20, at a press conference held by the state-owned Aviation Industry Corp of China (AVIC) in Zhuhai,

The Chengdu J-20, also known as Mighty Dragon, is a stealth game for any climate developed by China's Chengdu Aerospace Corporation for the People's Liberation Army Air Force (PLAAF). The J-20 is designed as an aerial superiority fighter with precision attack capability; it descends from the J-XX program of the 1990s.

The aircraft made its inaugural flight on January 11, 2011 and was officially revealed at the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition 2016. The aircraft entered service in March 2017 and began its combat training phase in September 2017. The first J-20 combat unit was formed in February 2018. The J-20 is the third fifth-generation operational stealth game in the world after the F-22 and F-35.

The development strategy of the Air Force of the China People's Liberation Army (PLAAF) used to be internal defense, but now it has become the integration of airspace with attack and defense capabilities, said Yang Wei, chief designer of the J-20. The J-20 was deployed in all parts of eastern, west, south, north and central China, and the combat capacity, number and range of the J-20 had significant increases, according to Yang.

"Four J-20s can participate in a formation, which is a small system; a J-20 can join a J-16 and a J-10C in another small system. Recent news has also suggested that the J-20 can fly along with drones, which is also a system," said Yang, echoed by Liu Xuanzun and Fan Wei. The J-20 will also integrate closely with terrestrial, sea, air and space systems to play its ideal role throughout the system, and this includes the implementation of the latest cognitive and AI technologies, said the chief designer.

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Fernando Valduga

Aviation photographer and pilot since 1992, he has participated in several events and air operations, such as Cruzex, AirVenture, Dayton Airshow and FIDAE. It has works published in specialized aviation magazines in Brazil and abroad. Uses Canon equipment during his photographic work in the world of aviation.