Zeb Orrelios? Din Djarin’s new partner in The Mandalorian and Grogu, explained
Zeb Orrelios, a character from Star Wars: Rebels, plays a significant role in the new series The Mandalorian and Grogu. He assists Din Djarin and Grogu as a New Republic pilot, marking his transition from animated series to live-action. Fans of the franchise may find his expanded presence surprising, given his limited appearance in previous seasons.
- ▪Zeb Orrelios is a gruff purple alien pilot who works for the New Republic.
- ▪He was a main character in the animated series Star Wars: Rebels, which aired from 2014 to 2018.
- ▪Zeb's character is known for his combat skills and comic relief, serving as muscle for the Ghost's crew.
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