Best Unique Starfighters In Star Wars

Key Takeaways

Kylo Ren’s TIE Silencer was an agile and deadly fighter with powerful weapons.
Poe Dameron’s Black One X-Wing had unique paint, booster pod, and high speed.
Anakin Skywalker’s Azure Angel was heavily modified with added weaponry and a hyperdrive.

As someone who has spent countless hours traversing the vast expanse of the galaxy through various starships, I must say that each vessel holds its own unique charm and power. However, there are certain spacecraft that stand out, and among them, these seven truly shine.

Star Wars is renowned for its distinctive spaceship designs, such as the Empire’s triangular warships, called Star Destroyers, and the X-Wing fighter jets, which are easily identifiable by their red and gray color scheme, piloted by Luke Skywalker. The franchise’s spaceships are visually appealing and audibly impressive, captivating audiences with their space battles for close to half a century.

Starfighters are agile, battle-focused vessels similar to contemporary jets, usually accommodating only one or two pilots. Despite a variety of larger ships such as the Millennium Falcon and Boba Fett’s Firespray gunship that were distinct, numerous starfighters underwent customization to be notable amidst the multitude of fighter types appearing in Star Wars films, TV series, and video games.

1 TIE Silencer

Kylo Ren’s Custom TIE Fighter

First appeared in The Last Jedi

As a member of the First Order, Kylo Ren carried on the legacy of Imperial pilots who flew exclusive starfighters. Much like his grandparent, Darth Vader, he participated in space conflicts directly, piloting a unique TIE fighter from its cockpit.

The TIE Silencer, a distinctive fighter model, represented an advancement from the TIE Interceptors used in the Galactic Civil War. Equipped with swift maneuverability, potent laser cannons, and dual-mag pulse torpedoes, it served Kylo Ren effectively during the battle of D’Qar. In this engagement, he inflicted heavy casualties on the Resistance forces during their retreat and injured his own mother, General Leia Organa, proving to be a lethal and efficient combat vessel.

2 Black One

Poe Dameron’s Customized X-Wing

First seen in The Force Awakens

As the Rebellion transformed into the New Republic, Incom Corporation unveiled a fresh series of X-Wing aircraft called the T-70 model. When the New Republic disarmed, these T-70 X-Wings were seized by The Resistance. They boasted increased speed and complexity compared to their predecessors, making them an ideal counterpart to the First Order’s new fleet of TIE Fighters.

In a customized T-70 starfighter he called the “Black One,” Poe Dameron adorned the vessel with a special ferrosphere paint. This distinctive hue not only set his fighter apart but also made it tougher for adversaries to target him, enhancing his survival against enemy missiles. Moreover, the X-Wing was fitted with an experimental booster pod, granting Poe superior speed and agility compared to other X-Wings. Given these enhancements, it’s no surprise that Poe Dameron managed to obliterate Starkiller Base using the “Black One.

3 The Soulless One

General Grievous’ Fighter

First seen in Revenge of the Sith

During the Clone Wars, General Grievous piloted a specially adapted starfighter known as The Soulless One. Originally, these fighters were employed by the Separatist Alliance. To enhance its performance, it was modified for personal use by Grievous. Equipped with a device to disrupt enemy sensors, this fighter enabled Grievous to escape from multiple battle losses. Additionally, its armaments were strengthened with a triple-laser cannon on each side of the cockpit, enabling Grievous to keep up an intense barrage against Republic pilots during combat.

The Republic christened the ship “The Timid One” because of the general’s frequent battle retreats. Later, even Obi-Wan Kenobi utilized it under the name “The Heartless One,” to evade capture after Grievous’ demise and the implementation of Order 66. Despite not being as powerful as other starfighters, “The Heartless One” still carries a significant war legacy.

4 Azure Angel

Anakin Skywalker’s Fighter In The Clone Wars

First seen in the original Clone Wars cartoon

In my gaming world, before the great Clone Wars erupted, the agile and powerful Delta-7 Aethersprite was my go-to fighter as a Jedi. You might remember the iconic duel between Obi-Wan Kenobi and Jango Fett – both were piloting their own Delta-7 starfighters when they stumbled upon the Separatist council, hidden away on Geonosis.

As a child prodigy, Anakin Skywalker had crafted his own podracer and earned a reputation for his exceptional piloting and mechanical prowess. Utilizing these talents, he was always striving to enhance his vessel, eventually transforming his Delta-7 fighter into an extraordinary class of starfighter. He equipped the wings with laser cannons to boost its firepower, fitted a missile launcher beneath its hull, and even installed a hyperdrive for independent hyperspace travel without the need for a navigation ring. In essence, Anakin’s Azure Angel was a starfighter that consistently tested the limits of its performance.

5 Havoc

A Modified Bomber Flown By A Legendary Pirate

First seen in the videogame Star Wars: Starfighter

Five years prior to the Naboo Invasion, the Nubian Design Collective had crafted a prototype bomber they intended to sell to the Naboo Royal Air Force. However, the planet’s peaceful nature declined the idea, finding it unnecessary to have such a heavily armed vessel in their fleet. The disappointed designer chose to secretly acquire the prototype rather than let it go unused and allied with Lok’s Revenants, a group of space pirates commanded by Nym.

Nym had many modifications added to the prototype and renamed it Havoc. It boasted six laser cannons, a rotating turret on its top, and a bomb generator that could produce bombs even during battle. Nym brought Havoc to battle against the Trade Federation, spicerunners, and other nefarious groups and even fought alongside a Jedi named Adi Gallia. This great fighter was a powerful force to be reckoned with.

6 TIE Advanced X-1

Darth Vader’s Custom Prototype

First seen in A New Hope

During the era of the Galactic Empire, Darth Vader stood out as one of the most skilled pilots in the galaxy. Just as he did during his days as a Jedi, he preferred to take part in battles personally, leading from the front. Unlike other commanders, he chose to pilot his own starfighter instead of directing Imperial forces from the bridge of a Star Destroyer in space battles.

Instead of a regular TIE fighter, he was provided with a unique prototype, the Advanced X-1. This model boasted a missile launcher and stronger laser cannons, amplifying his flying abilities to pose greater threats for Rebel pilots unfortunate enough to engage in aerial combat with him. Additionally, it featured an experimental defense system, making it significantly safer than other Imperial craft during battles.

7 Din Djarin’s N-1 Starfighter

Customized Naboo Fighter With Incredible Speed

First seen in The Book of Boba Fett

As a passionate fan, I could rephrase it like this: When Din Djarin found himself in need of a new vessel, Peli Motto, a skilled mechanic, stepped up to refurbish and customize an aged N-1 Starfighter. This vintage starfighter had served as the backbone of Naboo’s Air Force during the Trade Federation’s invasion decades earlier.

Originally, the N-1 vessel was quite swift, but after modifications by Motto and Djarin, it became astonishingly speedy. Its sublight engines were so rapid that a New Republic pilot believed the Mandalorian had entered hyperspace when he accelerated at maximum speed for the first time. Apart from the new engines, the astromech port was swapped out for a dome to accommodate Grogu, his companion. Although less effective for capturing bounties alive, this starfighter underwent significant improvements in various aspects.

2024-09-19 11:04