Timmy

Rumors began swirling about stormtroopers in all-black costumes appearing in the film late last year and we can confirm that they will be in the movie. Our sources indicated that they are often referred to as "Death Troopers", although no mention if the commonly referenced "Shadowtrooper" from the Legacy Universe would be used. (also, recall that Donnie Yen shared an image of some helmets a while back, including a black one).

One of the prominent characters in the film is a droid that works with the rebels, specifically Felicity Jones' group, that is said to be a "scene stealer" in the film. It was originally an Empire droid and has been repurposed to serve the rebel alliance. He's two-legged and a dark grey or black color. In terms of appearance, the droid has long arms and legs and is very different than a typical protocol droid like C-3PO. Could this be the mo-cap character that Alan Tudyk is playing? Time will tell.

So far we don't have a confirmation on any of the character names, but you can add this one to the puzzle: "Cashen" is the name of one of the key players, although which we can't say. It could be spelled differently as well, in that whole "Star Wars" way (i.e. Kashen or Kashyn, etc.). Speculate away on that one, but hey...it's a name.

There will be a new Tie Fighter design and AT-ATs will be featured in the film.

Lastly, addressing those Darth Vader rumors, we can confirm that Darth Vader will be in the film and is expected to have a larger role than originally thought. How big or how involved we can't say specifically, but expect to see the return of one of Star Wars' most infamous characters to the big screen.

Golden Globes, USA 2016

Nominated

Golden Globe Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role in a Motion Picture

Sylvester Stallone

African-American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) 2015

Won

AAFCA Award Best Director

Ryan Coogler

Best Supporting Actress

Tessa Thompson

Breakthrough Performance

Michael B. Jordan

Top 10 Films

2nd place

Alliance of Women Film Journalists 2016

Nominated

EDA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Austin Film Critics Association 2015

Nominated

Austin Film Critics Award Best Actor

Michael B. Jordan

Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Black Film Critics Circle Awards 2015

Won

BFCC Award Best Picture

1st Place

Best Actor

Michael B. Jordan

Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Best Supporting Actress

Tessa Thompson

Black Reel Awards 2016

Nominated

Black Reel Outstanding Actor, Motion Picture

Michael B. Jordan

Outstanding Motion Picture

Sylvester Stallone (Producer)

Irwin Winkler (Producer)

David Winkler (Producer)

Robert Chartoff (Producer)

William Chartoff (Producer)

Kevin King Templeton (Producer)

Outstanding Supporting Actress, Motion Picture

Tessa Thompson

Outstanding Director, Motion Picture

Ryan Coogler

Outstanding Ensemble

Francine Maisler (Casting Director)

Outstanding Score

Ludwig Göransson

Outstanding Original Song

Vince Staples (Performer, Writer)

Ludwig Göransson (Writer)

Donald Glover (Performer, Writer)

Ryan Coogler (Writer)

Jhene Aiko (Performer)

For the song "Waiting for My Moment"

Outstanding Original Song

Tessa Thompson (Performer, Writer)

Ludwig Göransson (Writer)

For the song "Grip"

Outstanding Original or Adapted Screenplay, Motion Picture

Aaron Covington

Ryan Coogler

Boston Online Film Critics Association 2015

Won

BOFCA Award Best Actor

Michael B. Jordan

Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Ten Best Films of the Year

2nd place

Boston Society of Film Critics Awards 2015

2nd place

BSFC Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Best Use of Music in a Film

Ludwig Göransson

Broadcast Film Critics Association Awards 2016

Nominated

Critics Choice Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Central Ohio Film Critics Association 2016

Nominated

COFCA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Chicago Film Critics Association Awards 2015

Nominated

CFCA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Florida Film Critics Circle Awards 2015

Nominated

FFCC Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Houston Film Critics Society Awards 2016

Nominated

HFCS Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Image Awards 2016

Nominated

Image Award Outstanding Motion Picture

Outstanding Actor in a Motion Picture

Michael B. Jordan

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture

Phylicia Rashad

Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Motion Picture

Tessa Thompson

Outstanding Writing in a Motion Picture (Theatrical)

Ryan Coogler

Aaron Covington

Outstanding Directing in a Motion Picture (Theatrical)

Ryan Coogler

Indiewire Critics' Poll 2015

2nd place

ICP Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

2nd place.

3rd place

ICP Award Best Lead Actor

Michael B. Jordan

3rd place.

Nominated

ICP Award Best Supporting Actress

Tessa Thompson

10th place.

Best Original Score or Soundtrack

Ludwig Göransson

10th place.

Best Editing

Claudia Castello

Michael P. Shawver

8th place.

Kansas City Film Critics Circle Awards 2015

Nominated

KCFCC Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Las Vegas Film Critics Society Awards 2015

Won

Sierra Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

2nd place

Sierra Award Best Picture

2nd place

Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards 2015

Won

New Generation Award Ryan Coogler

National Board of Review, USA 2015

Won

NBR Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Top Films

North Carolina Film Critics Association 2016

Nominated

NCFCA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Online Film Critics Society Awards 2015

Nominated

OFCS Award Best Actor

Michael B. Jordan

Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Phoenix Critics Circle 2015

Won

PCC Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

San Francisco Film Critics Circle 2015

Nominated

SFFCC Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Satellite Awards 2015

Nominated

Satellite Award Best Actor in a Supporting Role

Sylvester Stallone

Southeastern Film Critics Association Awards 2015

Won

SEFCA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

St. Louis Film Critics Association, US 2015

Won

SLFCA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Nominated

SLFCA Award Best Adapted Screenplay

Ryan Coogler

Aaron Covington

Special Merit (for best scene, cinematic technique or other memorable aspect or moment)

Adonis' first pro fight.

Utah Film Critics Association Awards 2015

Won

UFCA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Vancouver Film Critics Circle 2016

Nominated

VFCC Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone

Washington DC Area Film Critics Association Awards 2015

Nominated

WAFCA Award Best Supporting Actor

Sylvester Stallone