Jango Fett

Profile

Jango Fett was a fearsome Mandalorian bounty hunter and the genetic template for the clone army. He was the father of Boba Fett and one of the most dangerous warriors in the galaxy.

Early Life

Jango was born on Concord Dawn and was adopted by the Mandalorian Jaster Mereel after his parents’ death. He learned Mandalorian combat techniques and became one of the best fighters of his time.

Bounty Hunter Career

Jango Fett was one of the most wanted bounty hunters in the galaxy. His armor made of special Mandalorian ferrocarbide and his ethics made him a formidable opponent.

The Clone Template

Count Dooku hired Jango to serve as the genetic template for the Grand Army of the Republic. Jango agreed on the condition that he could keep an unaltered clone — Boba Fett — as his own son.

The End

Jango Fett was killed in the arena on Geonosis by Mace Windu while trying to protect his son Boba. His death was the beginning of Boba Fett’s own legend.

Cultural Significance

Jango Fett established the template for the iconic design of the clone warriors and the legendary reputation of Mandalorians as unstoppable warriors.