Thanks. I've no love for the prequels the way they came out. It just dilutes the original trilogy so much that it makes people wanna cry. I think flashbacks is the way to go. Keep it simple, keep a little mystery, let the audience use their imagination. That's what made the originals so great in the first place.

You do have a point about gaining support here, but in my defense, I would really like to hear from as many fans as possible - die-hards included. Though if you know of any good forums and would like to share, I'd appreciate it.

As far as canon goes, perhaps it's best to say "somewhat off-canon" since I like the idea of Vader being Luke's father, for example, but none of the characters will look like they did in the originals (except maybe Yoda - love that little guy).

The basic adventures are the same in the beginning; droid crashes on Tatooine, Death Star destroys planets, ice planet Hoth, etc. but it's all from a different point of view, and takes a darker tone as well as presenting new planets and characters along the way. So far, Leia is still Lukes sister, but that could change in a second draft. It's hard to describe what I have in mind without giving too much away, so forgive me for being vague.

I'm very open to ideas from the fans, as long as they understand that I can't please everyone, and can't use every idea that comes my way. You have to draw the line somewhere. With that in mind, if you feel like sharing, by all means. Anyone who's ideas I use will get credit .

BTW, good luck to you on your prequels work. I look forward to it.