Summary
With over 300 playable characters inLEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, it was inevitable that there were going to be a few on the roster that would leave fans scratching their head at and having to search for them on Google.Star Warshas developed an entire galaxy of characters, so even the most die-hard fans are going to struggle with remembering where some of these guys came from.
Whether it’s characters that only appear in the comics and expanded universe or blink, and you’ll miss them extras from the movies,LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Sagahas fully embraced the ‘Far Far Away’ nature of the franchise and added some truly niche characters to the game that fans can play as.
Updated on Jun 07, 2025, by Jake Fillery:Star Wars is a galaxy that spans generations and through multiple different sources of media. Whether it’s movies, TV, games, comics, or even novels, there are some characters that barely have any screen-time, or sometimes without even a line, that are propelled into fandom obscurity. As such, LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga celebrates the weirdest and most niche characters, and players can earn some characters that they may not have ever heard of, let alone seen.
11Luke Starkiller
Ralph McQuarrie’s Original Concept For Luke Skywalker
Star Warswasn’t always the revised franchise that it is known for. In fact, back in the concept art stages, George Lucas and legendary artist Ralph McQuarrie were toying with the idea of having Luke Skywalker be a character named Luke Starkiller, andLEGO Star Warshave perfectly rendered the likeness created by McQuarrie into a playable LEGO figure.
Luke Starkiller comes with his belts and mask, as well as his slicked-back blonde hair. The character looks identical to how he does in the concept art, and it’s a niche character for all of those who are unfamiliar with the behind-the-scenes of 1977’sStar Wars.
How to Unlock Luke Starkiller
Luke Starkiller is a free character that can be found under the Jedi section in the character selection. He was added to all players as a part of the June 27, 2025 update.
10Max Rebo
A Jizz-Wailer Musician
Those who pay close attention to the background of Jabba’s Palace might notice a strange blue elephant creature that seems to be playing some form of the keyboard with his fingers and feet. That creature is none other than the famous Max Rebo, leader of the Max Rebo Band. Rebo hasn’t been seen much, and he most certainly hasn’t been seen with dialogue, but that all changes withLEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga.
Max Rebo receives his own mission, and a cool and smooth voice befitting of a jazz player. Max Rebo might play prominently for criminals and other gang organizations, but that’s just because they pay well. It’s fun to see a background musician feature as a playable character in LEGO form.
How to Unlock Max Rebo
Head to the Jundland Wastes on Tatooine and talk to Max Rebo and complete the Beats of Rage mission that is accepted by him. Upon completion, players can purchase Max Rebo for 200,000 Studs.
9Obi-Wan Kenobi (Classic)
LEGO’s Very First Obi-Wan Kenobi From the 90s
Obi-Wan Kenobi isn’t exactly a niche character, but this classic variant of him is. Whilst not featured in any films or even comics, the Obi-Wan Kenobi (Classic) character found in-game originates from LEGO’s original line. Before LEGO featured characters with accurate skin tones, every LEGO figure was a base yellow, including Obi-Wan Kenobi.
As such, theLEGO Star Wars 2: The Original Trilogygame featured the old Obi-Wan Kenobi in yellow format, as did the minifigures of the time until the early 2000s. It’s fun to see a classic throwback to the originals and show how far LEGO has come since then.
How To Unlock Obi-Wan Kenobi (Classic)
To obtain the Classic Obi-Wan Kenobi figure, players must have pre-ordered or purchased LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga on digital storefronts, like Steam, Xbox, or PlayStation.
8Yarael Poof
The Long-Necked Jedi Master
The Jedi characters inThe Skywalker Sagaare some of the best and most recognizable in the game, but then there’s Yarael Poof who is by no means aJedi Council staplelike Mace Windu or Ki-Adi-Mundi.
Only appearing in one scene ofStar Wars: Episode 1 The Phantom MenaceYarael was cut from the sequel after George Lucas was concerned that audiences would confuse him with the Kaminoans.
How To Unlock Yarael Poof
Players can find Yarael Poof on Kamino where he will give the quest Rala’s Day Off. After completing this, players will be able to purchase him for 100,000 studs.
7Rebel Friend
The Loyal Companion From the Original LEGO Star Wars Games
Rebel Friend first appeared inLEGO Star Wars 2: The Original Trilogyand later inLEGO Star Wars: The Complete Sagaas a playable character in the mission Secret Plans alongside Captain Antilles, C3PO, and R2D2.
Rebel Friend became somewhat of a meme and a favorite among fans of the olderLEGO Star Warsgames so to have him as a playable character inThe Skywalker Sagais clearly a nod to longtime fans of the franchise.
How To Unlock Rebel Friend
Players will unlock Rebel Friend by visiting the Hoth Echo Base and speaking to a Rebel Doctor who will give them the quest The Healing Power of Crystals. Once completed, Rebel Friend can bepurchased for 200,000 studs.
6Gonkatine
A Denied Member of the Knights of Ren
Gonkatine is a completely original character created specifically forThe Skywalker Saga, so niche doesn’t do the character justice. Gonkatine is a red GNK-Series droid that attempted to join theKnights of Renbut was denied.
As a way of getting back at them, Gonkatine decides to assemble a team of its own called the Knights of Gonk. Gonkatine enlists the help of the player or its “minion” and tasks them with flying around the galaxy to recruit the most fiendish Gonks around.
How To Unlock Gonkatine
Players can unlock Gonkatine by finding him on Exegol where it will give them the quest The Knights of Gonk. Upon completion of the quest, Gonkatine can be purchased for 200,000 studs.
5Willrow Hood
The Iconic Ice Cream Man That Inspired the Running of the Willrow Hoods
Fans may have trouble remembering Willrow from the movies and that’s because he’s an extra with only 2 seconds of screen time inStar Wars: Episode 5The Empire Strikes Back.
The character became known among hardcore fans after the extra in the movie was spotted running with an ice cream machine in one of the scenes when the main characters are trying to escape Bespin. Despite his minor appearance, the character has gone on to have his own expanded lore, action figure, and now a place onThe Skywalker Sagaroster.
How To Unlock Willrow Hood
Willrow Hood can be found on Bespin where he will give players the quest I Spy Cream. After finishing the short mission, he will be unlockable in the character selection screen for 100,000 studs.
4Carib Diss
A Toothy Bounty Hunter
There’s something synonymous withStar Warsand its bounty hunters becoming popular despite having barely any screen time in the movies. WIth famous examples like Boba Fett, Bossk, and Aurra Sing who all havetons of expanded loredespite their initial limited appearances.
On the other hand, there are bounty hunters like Carib Diss who haven’t quite entered the hall of fame. Making his appearance inStar Wars: Episode 9 The Rise of Skywalkerat the Spice Runner’s Den on Kijimi, Carib is seen in the background for just a couple of seconds, but his design is extremely unique, so it’s clear why he was added to the game.
How To Unlock Carib Diss
Players will need to fly to the planet Kef Bir and speak to the Orbak Keeper who will give them the quest Untitled Orbak Game. Once this is completed Carib Diss can be purchased for 100,000 studs.
3Mister Bones
A Sadistic B1-Droid Who Loves Murder
Mister Bones, the modified B1 Battle droid, only appears in the expanded universe. He is Resistance Pilot Temmin Wexley’s bodyguard and has been heavily altered to the point that he now has a murderous bloodlust.
His first appearance was in the novels, but he has yet to make an on-screen appearance, unlike his partner Temmin who appears inStar Wars: Episode 7 The Force Awakens.
How To Unlock Mister Bones
Mister Bones is unlocked by participating in the Exegol Space Scramble Run race and finishing in under 55 seconds to achieve the gold medal. Once the gold medal has been awarded, Bones can be purchased for 100,000 studs. Alternatively, he can beunlocked with the codeBAC1CKPas well as his partner Temmin Wexley with the codeSKYSAGA.
2Mama The Hutt
The Matriarch of the Hutt Clan
Mama the Hutt, as the name might suggest, is the Grandmother of Jabba the Hutt. While it’s not unknown that there are other Hutts in the Star Wars universe, Mama is one of the more obscure members of the family.
Only appearing in one episode ofStar Wars: The Clone Wars, of which she had little screen time, Mama is the only character in The Skywalker Saga who exclusively appears in the animated show.
How To Unlock Mama The Hutt
Fly to Canto Bight on Cantonica where Mama the Hutt can be found. Speak to her and accept the quest Silencing Snootles. After completing the quest Mama can be unlocked for 500,000 studs.
