RELEASED S01E03 - Old Masters V4.1

Downloads

• 1080p version: available
• 1080p recolor: available
• 4K recolor: available
• Subtitles: available

Changes from V4

• Updated look to introduction text
  • Centred Text
  • Decreased size of Text
• Rewrote introduction text
• Replaced old intro with new one
• Updated the look of the end credit ‘concept art’
  • Added a cracked paint effect to all concept art
  • Added a canvas texture to all concept art
• Updated subtitles
  • Change >> to character names
  • Resynced subtitles
  • Minor fixes to dialogue

For recolors only:

• Fixed colors for introduction sequence
• Fixed colors of end credit sequence

RELEASED S01E02 - Familial Bonding V4.2

Downloads

• 1080p version: available
• 1080p recolor: available
• 4K recolor: available
• Subtitles: available

Changes from V4.1

• Fixed intro text font

PsyGemini said:

S02e11 - A New Base
Honestly, the first half could just… go? It’s pure filler (yeah, the droid is with them later, but so what, it’s just a droid, these things come by like sand in the desert), bland, quite childish and it also ruins the pacing of the season finale. Then again, maybe I’m a little biased, cause I’m really not a fan of droid centered stories in SW at all.

I’ve thought this as well (hence the heavy cuts). I’ve got less of a problem with a character appearing and more of a problem with the locating of Chopper base… I’ll see what more I think I can cut when I next come around to it 😃

Star wars arrowverse said:

Can you send me a link please?
Thx!

vrox said:

Hi, having just finished The Clone Wars Refocused, I was wondering if you could share a link to your Rebels Recut series? Thanks!

PMs sent 😃

TheDimitrios said:

New Intro and Credits are very nice, “artwork” looks way better.

Thanks!

In the intro there seems to be a comma misssing after “clash” and I think on the 2nd page of text there are 2 different fonts used. Maybe the pace of new sentences appearing could be tuned down just a little as well, i feel like it is a bit fast.

Oh, so there is! Good spotting! I’ll fix that up when I get the chance.

The transition between stories is better now, i still think title cards would be better. 😃 See CWRefocused s02e07.

I definitely think functionally your suggestion is better however stylistically I think my approach is more effective.

If I had the opportunity to use extra title cards in other episodes I think it would definitely work the best. However, in terms of flow and expectations it’s a bit odd to have the second episode of a series setup a style of episode and never use it again.

Although, I’ll keep this suggestion in mind!

As always, keep up the goood work!

Thanks again! You feedback is much appreciated. 😃

RELEASED S01E02 - Familial Bonding V4.1

Downloads

• 1080p version: available
• 1080p recolor: available
• 4K recolor: available
• Subtitles: available

Changes from V4

• Updated look to introduction text
  • Centred Text
  • Decreased size of Text
• Rewrote introduction text
• Replaced old intro with new one
• Incorporated scenes from S01E06 to bridge story arks.
  • Added shot of the Ghost in space above Lothal
  • Added shot of Hera receiving coordinates
  • Added shot of the Phantom detaching from the Ghost
    • Reversed Phantom detach scene
    • Recolored Phantom detach scene to remove green tint
    • Changed Phantom detach scene’s audio to match Ghost in space audio.
• Updated the look of the end credit ‘concept art’
  • Added a cracked paint effect to all concept art
  • Added a canvas texture to all concept art
• Updated subtitles
  • Change >> to character names
  • Resynced subtitles
  • Minor fixes to dialogue

For recolors only:

• Fixed colors for introduction sequence
• Fixed colors of end credit sequence

RELEASED S01E01 - Spark of Rebellion V4.5

Downloads

• 1080p version: available
• 1080p recolor: available
• 4K recolor: available
• Subtitles: available

Changes from V4.4

• Replaced old intro with the new one
• Resynced subtitles

Thanks for the link! They were a pretty enjoyable watch.

The Ahsoka and Ezra episode was nice. Feels like a very Anakin lesson for Ezra. I would think this slots into Rebels somewhere between end of season 1 and end of season 2. The planet feels like it’s ment to be Lothal but Ahsoka was never there with Ezra and it’s never explicitly said, so I see no reason why it couldn’t be a different one.

The Sabine and Hera clip would take place somewhere in season 2. Based on her hair colour. I might be able to incorporate this episode and the last together in season 2 somewhere… It’s a good lesson for her character around this time AND sets up Chopper being capable which leads nicely into him finding Chopper base in season 2.

The final episode with Sabine and her brother I thought was very interesting but unfortunately I think gets completely undercut by Mando and the Ahsoka show. Given that their efforts are completely for nothing. It could be worth incorporating into a season 3-4 intermission though.

I’ll keep considering options for these! Happy to hear any suggestions from anyone in regard to this content!

Thanks for the suggestion TheDimitrios!

TheDimitrios said:

As long as it is just an option and not mandatory.

Definitely optional! Just like my other changes in relation to modifying the visual content (1080p v 4K, Recolor vs no recolor). I like to provide flexibility and choice! Hahaha

Idea after watching EddieDeans Clone Wars Refocused halfway through: He found a nice way in s03ep00 to include some forces of destiny stuff relating to Ahsoka. Maybe there is a way to construct a similar interlude for the Rebels related FoD stuff? More of a Gimmick, but it was kinda enjoyable in this format.

I’ll have to watch Forces of Destiny (as I haven’t). It’s a fun idea! I might revisit it once I’ve got the core series polished and released 😃

That’s something I did consider for a while but recently I thought, if I’m putting the work in to remaster and enhance the footage I might as well increase the FPS for those who couldn’t otherwise and would like it. I wont replace any previous version but add a 4K Recolor 70FPS download option.

TheDimitrios said:

Daiyus said:

I think my main feedback for the Familial Bonding episode is the jump between ending the Fighter Flight arc (which I like as is by the way) and moving into the Phantom scene is a bit jumpy. That’s where the episodes naturally break, but I don’t know if there’s some transitional shots that can be recovered from somewhere to link the two by showing the Phantom being launched or something in between? Maybe some kind of “onto the next mission” voice over?

This also pulled me out of the story a bit. Maybe a “Part I” and “Part II” Title card respectively?

That would signal to the viewer that these are two separate stories with a common theme and prevent that “wait, what happened?” moment when the episode switch happens.

I’ve managed to pull a few scenes from other episodes to cover this transition. It’s not perfect but it’s much better than it was before! I’ve used a shot of the ghost in space, Hera saying they’ve got coordinates, reversed a shot to get one of the phantom leaving the ghost, and then we cut to the phantom being chased by TIE fighters

Other than that, I really like what I have seen so far. The new intro is way better than the old one, not to say the old one was bad.

I agree, the other wasn’t bad but after a few touch ups to the logo coming on screen and choosing some music that is stylistically more appropriate to the show it’s a definite improvement!

On a side note,

I should be releasing that Familial Bonding change and hopefully another visual improvement to the show soon!

I’m trying to triple the FPS of rebels to take it from about 24ish to 70ish FPS using AI Frame Interpolation. From what I’ve experimented with, the non interpolated footage looks like it’s lagging so I think that’s a good sign hahaha.

jmarso1 said:

Can I get a link to your edit, please?

Thanks!

PM sent 😃

I’ve been playing around with the introduction sequence some more… considering I’m already needing to revamp the old episodes I thought now was a better time then any to modify it and get it just right! The first major change is the introduction music. Although I did like the old one, it didn’t fit in with the sound profile Rebels has. To create a similar mood and keep the music cohesive I’ve opted to use the White Loth Wolfes theme and I think it works quite well. Please let me know what you think!

https://youtu.be/F7Y099HBdHg

I’m pretty happy with it so far.

Changes

• Rescored intro text
• Retimed intro text to match new music
• Retimed fades to match new music
• Adjusted acceleration curves for Rebels Logo
• Added extra scale up to remove a static feeling from the logo
• Adjusted fade from logo to episode title
• Added a blend from episode title to episode beginning

Also happy 300th post!

Hacai said:

Hi g00b!

Can I please have a link to your works? 😃

PM sent 😃

EddieDean said:

I still haven’t watched this, but I’ve been following along, and I wanted to say I’m so impressed with how much ownership you’ve taken of this show. You’ve really mastered it!

Thanks Eddie! That means a lot from you!

By the time you watch it, hopefully it’ll be great polished experience for you!

honestabe said:

I think you had a slight error in your last post. S01E05 should be S01E01.

Thanks for that! I’ve fixed that now 😃

You really are doing “yeoman’s work” on this edit. Your paying attention to minor details, such ad Vader’s voice, really is excellent to see.

I’ve spent a lot of time with the show now! I’m determined to make it the best it can be! 😄

As an aside, it certainly does look like the Ahsoka show is another Rebels season. This might belong under this category of edit.

I’m am interested in tackling Ahsoka at some stage. I tried to recolor a few aspects (which taught me some new skills!). I’ll likely move onto it after I’m done with Rebels but we’ll see hahaha

PsyGemini said:

New Vader’s voice sounds pretty sick, in the likes of the original trilogy, I loved it! Do you plan to do that for the entire project or just this very first episode?

I’m planning on doing this for all episodes 😃

RELEASED S01E01 - Spark of Rebellion V4.4

Downloads

• 1080p version: available
• 1080p recolor: available
• 4K recolor: available
• Subtitles: available

Changes from V4.3

• Fixed audio sync issues.
• De-aged Vader audio (increased his pitch by 1 semitone).
• Replaced “>>” with character names in the subtitles.
• Resynced subtitles.
• Mild editing and corrections to subtitles.

While editing Episode 1 again, fixing the audio sync and updating subtitles, I decided I wanted to try make James Earl Jones sound a bit younger so Vader sounds closer to his Episode 4 appearance. I played around with some AI but couldn’t get anything better then the original so decided to experiment with pitch shifting to make him sound younger.

https://youtu.be/5IBTQPizIL4

I’ve only changed the pitch EVER SO SLIGHTLY but I think he sounds younger. I’d love to get some feedback and opinions on this!

RELEASED S01E05 - Trial of the Jedi V4.1

Downloads

• 1080p version: available
• 1080p recolor: available
• 4K recolor: available
• Subtitles: available

Changes from V4

• Updated look to introduction text
  • Centred Text
  • Decreased size of Text
• Rewrote introduction text
• Updated the look of the end credit ‘concept art’
  • Added a cracked paint effect to all concept art
  • Added a canvas texture to all concept art
• Fixed Audio Sync Issues with Episode
• Recoloured Cave Scene to match ESB cave scene closer
• cut dialogue with Ezra and “Kanan” to make the scene much quicker
• Modified Kanan’s Audio to make it feel more “dreamy” at times
• Redid the lightsabers FX to make them look correct after recolor
• Added a framerate drop to mirror ESB cave scene. Occurs after “Kanan” is stabbed.
• cut goofy faces the Inquisitor and Kanan make at each other during their “fight”
• trimmed saber blows to make choreography flow better after cutting goofy faces
• cut some dialogue when Ezra confronts “Zeb”
• Lowered volume to make Ezra mutter to himself instead of yelling the line “No I’m back in the temple”.
• cut “that’s right I’m in the temple I knew it.” from Ezra as its not needed
• Replaced “>>” with character names in the subtitles.
• Mild editing and corrections to subtitles for the episode.

For recolors only:

• Fixed colors for introduction sequence
• Fixed colors of end credit sequence

honestabe said:

I think you should include a second or two of fake Kanan approaching from behind without the dialogue and running in front of Ezra. That way, from Ezra’s perspective (and first time viewer) it would not be obvious that we are dealing with a force illusion.

I’ll keep playing with it and see what works best.

I don’t mind Kanan starting in front as it is an illusion. I’m also not too worried about it being obviously a force vision as the original material went this route with all the heightened expressions. The purpose of the recolor is to achieve this without the goofiness hahaha.

But on the other hand him coming from behind was clever and gives a good justification for why Ezra is unsure of what he’s seeing. If I go down this route, we end up at the 3 section chamber which kinda kills the cavey vibe of the sequence but it does make more sense.

I think your suggestion might be the best fit. I’ll try minimise the length of Kanan coming from behind and remove the dialogue then make up my mind! 😃

Thanks for the suggestion and input!

Feedback Request:
I’ve spent a lot of time reworking and rethinking the Lothal Temple scenes. Below is the link to the sequence where Ezra encounters Kanan and the Inquisitor.

https://youtu.be/RvmWGczDVpk

I’ve recolored the scene to try invoke the Empire Strikes Back Cave sequence. Once lightsabers and fighting are brought in, I’ve used their red and blue colors to introduce some purple as well. I feel like this brings in a more vision/dream like atmosphere to the scene.

Because of the drastic recolor, I’ve also redone the VFX on the lightsabers to bring them back to the Rebels aesthetic as best as I can. I’d love to get feedback!

Changes So Far:

• Fixed Audio Sync Issues
• Recolored Cave Scene to resemble the ESB cave scene more closely
• Cut dialogue with Ezra and “Kanan” before the “Inquisitor” encounter
• Modified Kanan’s initial audio to make the sequence feel more “dreamy”
• Redid all lightsabers to make them look correct after recoloring
• Cut the goofy faces the Inquisitor and Kanan make at each other during their “fight”
• Trimmed saber blows to make choreography flow better with new cuts
• Added a framerate drop to mirror ESB cave scene

Fordo77 said:

I’ve been putting off watching Rebels for years in the hopes that someone would eventually make something like this - so stoked I found this! I’d love a link please!

PM Sent 😃

Darth Muffy said:

Something a bit more short and sweat like this example for episode one seems more fitting…

"In a galaxy dominated by a tyranical Empires rule for 14 years, the Galactic Empires relentless expansion continues, subjecting countless systems to their oppressive rule.

On the distant planet of Lothal, young Ezra Bridger, orphaned after his parents were seized by the Empire struggles to survive through theft and scavenging.

As the weight of Imperial control bears down on him, Ezra yearns for liberation."

Thanks for the suggestion! I’ll keep it under consideration when I go back an adjust the audio 😃

Darth Muffy said:

Toastb said:

There are synchronization issues in S4E05 Family Reunion as well.

Quite noticeable around the 0:34 mark.

around 200 ms audio delay

I’ve set all episodes for season 1 (1080p V4 - HDR versions) which I’ve seen so far to -150 ms audio delay which shows better results. Like what I’ve seen so far g00b but crawls definitely need tweaking, I’ll also play around with Chat gpt and see what I can come up and let you know.

Thanks for that Darth Muffy! I’ll be fixing the audio as I go through.

I’m currently working on modifying the lothal temple scenes and further work in S01E05. I’ll have some more to share soon! 😃