Crafting An Epic: The Making of the New Jedi Order | Part IV: Abyss | Star Wars Documentary

This is the fourth part of a seven-part documentary series taking a deep, behind-the-scenes look into the 19-book 'New Jedi Order' series, published between 1999-2004 by Lucasfilm and Del Rey. Using recordings gathered from over 120 interviews, spanning over 25 years, including previously lost as well as brand new material, this documentary spotlights those who made the series happen, as we voyage through the inspirations, the reactions, and the meanings of the epic 'New Jedi Order' story -- in their own words. PART IV: ABYSS The "New Jedi Order" series reaches its halfway point and its darkest hour, with discussion on the death of a major hero and its effect on the surrounding characters; authors discuss "Star by Star," "Dark Journey," "Enemy Lines." 0:00 - Intro 1:31 - Star by Star 46:21 - Star by Star - Reactions 53:52 - Recovery 56:50 - Dark Journey 1:22:48 - The Crystal | Red Sky, Blue Flame | The Apprentice 1:25:17 - Enemy Lines I: Rebel Dream 1:43:13 - Enemy Lines II: Rebel Stand Featuring the voices of: Aaron Allston, Leland Chee, Elaine Cunningham, Troy Denning, James Luceno, Shelly Shapiro, Michael A. Stackpole, and Walter Jon Williams. Intro excerpt of 'The Divine Comedy: Inferno' by Dante Alighieri is voiced by John Cleese. Produced, edited, and curated by xezene (holonet). Special Thanks to all those who have made this possible -- especially the tireless podcasters over the years. Additional thanks to Space Engine, which was used here to capture the visuals of the universe. The following parts in the series will focus on the books in detail, featuring in-depth discussions with the authors. Each part will release weekly. They are as follows: PART V: SATORI PART VI: ANABASIS PART VII: UNIFICATION