Mysteries of hyperspace in Star Wars?

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The discussion revolves around the mysteries of hyperspace as depicted in the Star Wars universe, particularly focusing on aspects that are not fully explained within the narrative. Participants explore the implications of these mysteries in relation to the storytelling and world-building in science fiction.

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  • Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express curiosity about the main mysteries of hyperspace, questioning what remains unexplained beyond established facts.
  • Others challenge the relevance of astrophysics to a science fiction context, suggesting that unexplained aspects are simply elements that the creator chose not to elaborate on.
  • A participant advocates for an in-universe perspective, emphasizing that the discussion should focus on the fictional elements rather than real-world science.
  • Another participant notes that the unexplained aspects of hyperspace could serve as potential plot devices for future stories, referencing the map of the Star Wars galaxy and areas inaccessible by faster-than-light travel.
  • There is a suggestion to embrace the fictional nature of the discussion and create personal interpretations within the Star Wars universe.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants exhibit disagreement regarding the relevance of scientific principles to the discussion of hyperspace, with some advocating for a more narrative-focused approach while others emphasize the connection to astrophysics.

Contextual Notes

The discussion reflects varying interpretations of the relationship between science fiction and real-world science, with some participants expressing frustration over the blending of the two. There are also assumptions about the intentions of the creators regarding unexplained elements in the narrative.

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I was reading the Star Wars YT-1300 Complete Reference Manual and it mentioned that their are some aspects of hyperspace that remain a mystery aside from those well-established facts acknowledged by all competent astrophysicists.

What could be one of the main mysteries? I can’t think of any.
 
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Maximum7 said:
I was reading the Star Wars YT-1300 Complete Reference Manual and it mentioned that their are some aspects of hyperspace that remain a mystery aside from those well-established facts acknowledged by all competent astrophysicists.

What could be one of the main mysteries? I can’t think of any.
Ehh? What do competent astrophysicists have to do with it? You realize this is science fiction, right? Aspects that remain a mystery would include anything that Lucas didn't need to/bother to write about.
 
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russ_watters said:
Ehh? What do competent astrophysicists have to do with it? You realize this is science fiction, right? Aspects that remain a mystery would include anything that Lucas didn't need to/bother to write about.
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I was hoping someone would approach it from an in-universe point of view. That’s what this sub forum is for
 
Maximum7 said:
their are some aspects of hyperspace that remain a mystery aside from those well-established facts acknowledged by all competent astrophysicists.
That means they reserved some possible plot items to be exploited later.

If you look at the map of the SW galaxy, almost half of that is not accessible by FTL and it also has an outer boundary too.
Both hyperspace 'mystery' were used as basis of some stories already.

I suggest you stop being bothered by their non-science scifi. Just make up your own corner there and be happy with it.
 
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