Which is why Ulysses 31 is the superior fantasy space opera franchise.
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Look at that: a lightsword that is also a blaster, and a light shield. Plus a badass armor with a helmet that looks like a lion's head. And, instead of just an old evil wizard emperor? Please! Ulysses fight against literal gods. The Jedi got nothing on the King of Space Ithaca.