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- "You Rebel scum."
- ―Renz, to Han Solo
Renz was an Imperial officer, holding the title of Lieutenant, stationed at the bunker on Endor, and leader of one of the Imperial legions during the Battle of Endor[1]. Following the disposal of Colonel Dyer, Renz captured the Rebels who had infiltrated the bunker, and ordered a lockdown following the beginning of the battle[1]. Shortly before the end of the battle, Han Solo, disguised as an AT-ST pilot, gave a false signal to the Imperials that they had won the forest battle and reinforcements were needed to continue pursuing the fleeing Rebels[1]. Renz was taken prisoner before the Rebels destroyed the bunker.
Personality and traits[]
Renz was loyal to the Galactic Empire and hated the Rebellion, referring to Solo as "Rebel scum."[1]
Equipment[]
Lieutenant Renz carried a DL-21 blaster pistol.
Behind the scenes[]
Renz was portrayed by Barrie Holland.[3]
Renz's line "You Rebel scum" was the inspiration for the name of popular fan website Rebelscum.com. The site's staff even commissioned an exclusive Gentle Giant Lt. Renz minibust.
Appearances[]
- Star Wars: Ewoks—Shadows of Endor
- Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi (First appearance)
- Return of the Jedi radio drama — "Blood of a Jedi"
Sources[]
- Return of the Jedi: The National Public Radio Dramatization (as Bunker Commander)
- Star Wars: Behind the Magic
Star Wars Customizable Card Game — Endor Limited Card: Lieutenant Renz) (backup link (First identified as Renz)
- The Official Star Wars Fact File 11 END 7-10: The Battle of Endor (Picture only)
"The Men Who Built the Empire" — Star Wars Insider 96 (reprinted in Interview Special)
- The Complete Star Wars Encyclopedia
"Blaster" — Star Wars Insider 106
- Star Wars Origami: 36 Amazing Paper-folding Projects from a Galaxy Far, Far Away....
"Bounty Hunters" — Star Wars Insider 151
Star Wars: The Card Game — Solo's Command Card: Lieutenant Renz (backup link)