Shadow Lord Showdown: Maul’s Manipulation and the Empire Arrives

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Welcome to Echo Base Intel. Caine and Lucas dissect episodes 7 and 8 of Maul: Shadow Lord — Maul's crew splinters, the Empire and Inquisitors tighten their grip and Devon wrestles with the blurred line between light and dark. Join the hosts for character moments, action-packed fights, and speculation ahead of the season finale on May the 4th.

Welcome to EchoBase Intel: hosts Caine and Luke break down episodes 5 and 6 of Maul: Shadow Lord, exploring the Empire’s arrival on Janix, Marrok’s pursuit of Maul and the explosive train lightsaber duel. They also share reactions to the final Mandalorian and Grogu trailer and discuss surprising early ticket-sale numbers. Sit back, grab a cup of caff, and enjoy this episode of thoughts, banter, and Star Wars speculation. May the Force be with you!

Welcome to Echo Base Intel. In this episode Caine and Luke break down episodes 3 and 4 of Star Wars: Maul — Shadow Lord, covering tense family moments, Maul’s manipulations, and the series’ first major lightsaber duels. They discuss Lawson and Rylee’s strained relationship, Two Boots’ fateful choice to call the Empire, Devin’s struggle between Jedi ideals and Maul’s temptations, and the dramatic showdown that ends with a Star Destroyer arriving over Janix.

Welcome to Echo Base Intel — Caine and Lucas dissect the two-episode premiere of Maul: Shadow Lord, exploring Maul’s rise from survivor to crime lord, connections to The Clone Wars, standout animation, music, and action sequences. Join their episode-by-episode breakdown, character takes, and hot takes as they discuss key moments, themes, and what to expect next - grab a cup of caff and enjoy Echo Base Intel.

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