Mandalorian Historical Influences | SW: History In Legends | Manda-LORE

[@emmanuelmorris7653]

THIS IS MANDLORE!!!

[@TytheBandit]

Keep on keeping on with the Legends. Vode An.

[@nihluxler8823]

Vode an

[@XeroTenjin93]

As someone who has both Celtic and Nordic heritage, it brings me joy to know that my culture was the inspiration for the greatest warrior culture in the Star Wars galaxy.

[@sgtmarcusharris4260]

They also have some influences from Maori such as the haka

[@Manda-LORE]

Yup, I plan on making a bonus video to this talking about the parallels between the haka and the dha werda verda

[@KitchenSinkSoup]

Well Temura Morrison is Maori so that makes sense.

[@Sombraptor]

Ah damn, I was planning on doing a video like this myself! Regardless, it turned out better than mine would have, this was REALLY good! And I very much agree with your assessment of Mando'a having some loose Romance language influence, as a fluent speaker of two of them - just look at the words for alone, "solus" (like "solo" in Spanish) and skin, "pel'gam" (like "pele" in Portuguese). From an in-universe perspective, I'd say that could be Zygerrian influence, who seem to be heavily inspired by the Spanish Empire. Hell, they even have a jungle colony on Kowak with a palace that looks suspiciously like Maya temples.

[@TheNappalorian]

I have my own personal observations that I'd like to put down, maybe you'd like to read it. As far as linguistic influences for Mando'a, I find the A'den (wrath) is very similar to Aiden/Aden in Gaelic (light) though they have different meanings. I have a theory that Tor (justice) is influenced by the Norse god Tyr, who was a Norse war god, heavily associated with law and order. (Tor was also another pronunciation (and name) for Thor. There's that.) I believe the Alor or more specifically the Aliit'alor (commonly referred to as an Alor) is very similar to a Jarl/Earl in both Viking and Saxon societies as they ultimately call the shots for their Clans. Vikings were heavily notorious for their raids, their most iconic feature of them was the Longship, basically a large canoe that could not only sail across the ocean but sail inland through rivers as well. They would strike fear in any settlements they raided (legend has it if the shields were on the longship, they were there to trade. If you couldn't see shields on the longship, that means you should run because they are coming to fight.) I find this very similar to the Mandalorian Basilisk War Droids of the Ancient Mandalorians who were also notorious in their own right. Vikings and Mandalorians alike were very practical people, who were known for thinking outside the box. There were times where Vikings would literally take their longship out of the water, across land just to bypass a chain hindering their boats from proceeding forward. (this was featured in the show Vikings, while this event was fictional it was inspired by a real life raid.) Anyway... those are just my personal observations and theories. As for pronunciations of Mando'a, I noticed there's a lot of varying opinions on this factor and... it's ultimately up to personal perspective.

[@Manda-LORE]

Very interesting and insightful observations, thank you

[@TheNappalorian]

@@Manda-LORE I'd also like to add that the Vikings and Jomsvikings (an elite order of Vikings alleged to have existed) not only acted as raiders and explorers, but they also hired themselves out to Christian nations as mercenaries. They were infact the preferred warriors for the Byzantine Empire's Verangian Guard... the Emperor's personal body guards (that he would also send to fight in wars abroad). I find this parallel to that of the Ori'ramikade of the Mando'ade, who have a major emphasis for mercenary work. Just... another observation of mine. I do think your observations are pretty accurate though. Many find similarities between the Spartans and the Mandalorians. I suppose the Bes'uliik makes them more akin to Mongolians because of their horses too.

[@whoami9576]

@@Manda-LORE Did you see Stupendous Waves new video about George Lucus saying Boba and Jango are NOT Mandalorian? What the FÚCK!

[@Manda-LORE]

@@whoami9576 I haven't seen a video but I've heard about it. My take on it is just more George Lucas mind changing (he does that a lot, case and point: countless remasters and special editions of the OT). Back when he was in control, the EU authors had to send him checklists of story elements they wanted to put in their novels, comics, and video games and he would have to check "yes" or "no" before the media could go on to get written and published. So, Jango being adopted by the Mandalorians in Jango Fett: Open Seasons and Boba being the Mand'alor of the Mandalorians in Star Wars: Legacy of the Force were all ideas that ultimately had to go through him before publishing. As far as I'm concerned, he once believed the fett's were mandalorian but he no longer does; its still canon within Legends continuity that the Fetts are mandalorian and thats all that really matters.

[@XeroTenjin93]

@@Manda-LORE I don't necessarily believe that was George's choice at all, honestly. I prefer to go back to your statements in other videos that George simply no longer gave a shit after Episode III was over and done with. He essentially handed the keys to the Falcon as it were over to Filoni who was then able to muck up the story however the hell he wanted. And thus the greatest perversion of Star Wars canon was enabled.

[@janwitkowsky8787]

Sitting here thinking that Mandoa'de's normadic tendensies along with their warrior culture, could also be linked to the early nordics/scandinavians with their vikings being synonymus with the super-commandoes. All scandinavians were tauught the basics of self-sufficienty, ranging from farming, household(economics) to self-defence. Women had a strong presense in viking culture as the ones that held on to the riches and leading the household when the men were at raids. Vikings were also normadic with many outposts and colonies across coastal Europe (Normandy, Dublin, Danelaw), Euroasian Riverlands (Good aprt of Russia, prime example being Novgorod), Faroe Island, Iceland and Greenland and some parts of North America (Vinland). And they farmed, traded and settled as well. With whole households ready to leave an area. In addition, it was not uncommon for Vikings to adopt orphans, kin and even children, born from their wives, by another man. Leadership/Kingship was localised to clans mostly, but they did have a Jarl (earl) that would be a nominal leader, along an elder council (Iceland mostly in regards to the council). There were Kings as well, that would unite and lead from time to time. Mandalorians fit everything there as well. Even Fett, whose name comes from Vhette in the SW universe, was - if I remember correctly - old concordian for farmer and his family were farmers as well. They also lived by their ships for long stretches. There could be a nominal leader, either in form of a clan-leader, superior officer or Mandalore himself as the King symbol, with the varying degree of power over time, as you mentioned. Just my two deci-creds. Stay strong Vode.

[@Manda-LORE]

Indeed. The parallels between the Mandalorians and Vikings will be discussed in a future video I had in mind, which will compare The Mandalorian crusades to the raids of the Great Heathen Army

[@janwitkowsky8787]

@@Manda-LORE Great Danish Army, thank you. (Wee bit pride in ancentral exploits here) xD

[@Manda-LORE]

@@janwitkowsky8787 My apologies. I didn't mean any offense, its just what our textbooks over here call it lol

[@janwitkowsky8787]

@@Manda-LORE I know. And no offense meant from my part neither. Because our text books uses the Great Danish/Dane Army. xD

[@sonofluke3172]

Who could look at all this and then say they prefer TCW Mandalorians?

[@Manda-LORE]

People Who know nothing about the Mandalorians in my experience

[@christophergovan2136]

Manda-LORE you should check out the newer stuff on mandalorians in canon, granted they’re still not quite as kickass as legends but they’re getting there :)

[@noahfessenden6478]

Almost surreal hearing your voice without the filter. Still, a sweet concept for a lore video. I can get behind more of these.

[@BLACKHAWK-xj5bc]

This is easily one of the best Star Wars KZbin channels, it seriously needs more subscribers, keep up the good work man.

[@alexandarvoncarsteinzarovi3723]

Training of the Spartans, adaptability of Roman Legions, the ferocity of Vikings, the conquest of the Mongols, the bravado of Knights, the mentality of the Samurai,......booom MANDOS!

[@starwars90001]

The jedi and their samurai originals would be cool.

[@Manda-LORE]

Ah yes, very good

[@wordwyrd]

This is pretty awesome!

[@xd666xd]

And now the Disney Mandalorians are apparently inspired by Hippies, Artists with great taste for the use of Multicolors or something like that. 😏

[@dreadedpixel9022]

they fixed them in later seasons of rebels/the comics

[@ricardowesker9416]

@@dreadedpixel9022 Definitely not. Disney can't fix something that has already been established by them after all.

[@-chuchipiruli-1455]

Trystane gonzales The only things that Disney would try to make a "FIX", are the things that were never broken in the first place!😒

[@maleexile9053]

Ironically the hippies are really negative celtics

[@xd666xd]

@@maleexile9053 The Celts are not historically recognized for being like the Hippies.

[@snake1602]

Great video! I also noticed bits and pieces of Anglo Saxon/Beowulf warrior culture in the Mandalorians. Namely, the aspects of comitatus relating to Mandos seeking honor and fortune. Last time I checked, Sintas Vel did end up marrying rich...😂

[@beskamir5977]

Awesome analysis, but you really should have contacted Karen Traviss! Getting ignored or being denied would have been the worst that could have happened and personally if I was Traviss I'd be more than happy to talk with a true mandalorian like yourself.

[@ArcTrooper269]

*7:11** ¿HEY? THE SKIRATA CLAN*

[@justanotherschmuck4149]

this is my favorite episode

[@EliteSquter]

I am from Poland and Mandalorian beeing similar to slavic languages? Welllll, not really. Much better audio than on previous videos thou

[@squidsinspace75]

Exactly. Grammar is totally not like in slavic language. Melody of language is not similar in any manner.

[@kevinvassago]

MandoLore Master Larkin , i love your videos, i sincerely hope you keep making more cause your my favorite star wars KZbin channel!! Can you please do a video on Captain Pallaeon, he's one of my favorite characters in legends and I find his character development better than almost any other imperial officers in legends and would love to have his full story laid out by you. Thanks for making these videos, they're so much fun to watch!!

[@Manda-LORE]

You got it ;)

[@kevinvassago]

@@Manda-LORE you just made my gloomy day so much brighter!! Can't wait for it! Thank you😊

[@rannenw6207]

Don't forget that when Temuera Morrison played Jango they added alot of Maori culture as well.

[@Arauto_Kagnos]

This video is incredible, amazing to see how many similarities there are between ancient warriors from our world and Mandalorians.

[@-Thunder-Warrior-]

"THIS IS THE WAY!" *Front kicks A Jawa into the Saarlaac Pit.*

[@morswestford2398]

-The Disney Cannon Mondalorians only allow Humans in their society and are racist. They only consider those who are born on the planet Mandalore as Mandalorians, even those born in colonies, moons or worlds that belong to the Mandalore sector are not considered as Mandalorians by them.

[@Little-Dewott-2010]

Do Aurra Sing's and Sifo Dyas's pre-TCW biographies plz.

[@canderousordo8271]

Zwei Jahre Deutschunterricht? Dann hoffe ich, dass du das hier verstehst: Vielen Dank, für dein neues, sehr gutes Video. Ich freue mich jedes mal, wenn wieder etwas von dir kommt.

[@Manda-LORE]

You are very welcome, and thanks for the praise. I understood all but the last part lol

[@canderousordo8271]

@@Manda-LORE Should you come to visit Germany in the Future, you're always welcome in my flat

[@Manda-LORE]

@@canderousordo8271Thank you! That really means a lot to me. I was actually meaning to go to Germany this year instead of my Colorado vacation because my brother lives in Poland and invited me to stay a week with him. He likes to take a train to Berlin and party and promised he'd take me if I visited but I just didnt have the funds.

[@canderousordo8271]

@@Manda-LORE Perfectly understandable, since the flights are always expensive. But now you have to free places to sleep and stay

[@Little-Dewott-2010]

Karen Traviss had a lot in common with Ken Penders a former writer for Archie Sonic the Hedgehog.

[@jankrizkovsky9446]

Can you do video on the Dark Woman? She's really strange, interesting and freakish. :D Too many questions stumbling on her in the comics for the first time.

[@Commissar_Eiven]

9:46 lol the new lore basically makes mandalor like Germany after it got defeated in World War II because before the clone wars a bunch of Jedis literally went to the planet and civilized it as they would say by literally killing the strongest clans and putting duchess you know obi wants secret lover

[@Commissar_Eiven]

Friend I know where you can find the mandalorian language this might lead you in a loophole but knights of the Old Republic there was a fan-made movie where they literally found how to speak the mandalorian language and it was amazing look for Old Republic the quest for mission it's a good fan film and if you seen it good my brother learn your language for mandalor!!!!!

[@axebearer]

Being a clan based warrior culture built around personal honour, Mandalorians are more like vikings than spartans.

[@maleexile9053]

Thats more deathwatch in my opinion

[@axebearer]

@@maleexile9053 It's more supercommandos and old mandalorians, not so much the New Mandalorians, who are more like Sweden, neutral and peaceful.

[@squidsinspace75]

For me, they always sounded more like Vikings, too. Mandalorians, like Vikings, were everything: riders, conquerors, mercenaries, but also ship-builders, forge masters, and even farmers or fishermen/hunters if necessary. For spartans, things like farming were below their level.

[@larpingastheduchyofburgund337]

Hey I hope you don’t mind me asking but where should I start in regards to Mandalorian lore and history? I I have only really watched the movies and the Clone Wars so I’m just curious about where should I start.

[@Manda-LORE]

I would highly reccomend reading the republic commando novels by Karen Traviss. There will most likley be some references to EU stuff you might not have encountered before but since you watched TCW, you'll have a bit of a leg up verses if you had only watched the films

[@Little-Dewott-2010]

Shame on Dave Filoni for screwing up the Mandalorians for ten years in which the Disney Canon expands on since 2014 with Star Wars Rebels and The Mandalorian.

[@Jurassic_Allosaurus]

But I don't see the problem.

[@dio8688]

@@Jurassic_Allosaurus he's probably referring to mandalorians in clone wars.

[@crow4920]

Are there any Historical influence on the Clone units?

[@Manda-LORE]

Mostly world war 2 units. The 501st for example are loosely inspired by the United States 101st airborn devision (the name is at least).

[@lindzw76]

Do a story about Mandalore the ultimate

[@brennenlarson1574]

the Jedi and the samurai. this one might interest me.

[@Commissar_Eiven]

Fascinating how many times did I try to start a mandalorian commando project sadly we don't see mandalorian commanders thanks to Sabine wren thanks for ruining the empire's mandalorian commandos

[@jackodonail1980]

The "C" in the word Celt is a hard "C" and thus should be pronounced "Kelt" rather than "Selt".

[@dylanowen471]

Could you make a video on the 501st clone legion in the clone wars

[@maleexile9053]

Some alphabets look like germanic/norse runes and the deathwatch are norsemen more specifically vikings

[@DoggyDr2pac]

Where cowboys?

[@francescozanzottera3381]

Kar'tayli ad meg hukaat'kama

[@youjustsaid4863]

Where there not Native American tribes/Warrior cultures that also practiced adoption of those they deemed of kindred spirit?

[@rannenw6207]

I think so

[@lukecadeku9423]

mancan you do a huge star wars video abaut luke skywalker

[@nolanueno1060]

Can please do the Jedi

[@marcusanark2541]

Remember Sev!

[@robertharris6092]

You gonna say the name of the sword but not the spear? The dorry.

[@christophmahler]

Unpretentious content. A favourite. Take also a look at _native American_ tribal culture...

[@wmmatthew83]

Yeah the mandalorians more like Spartans then any other race since the Spartans race is superior to any other race

[@robertharris6092]

Why are you pronouncing the irish celts selt. Selt was never a term used historically. The celts or "barbarians" as the romans called them were pushed out of germania and into gaul and then the british isles by the romans where they reside today