Every major Hollywood franchise in existence has featured horrifying monsters protagonists have to deal with. May they be pets of the villains or weapons of mass destruction, these creatures are meant to introduce the secrets in their universes. Now, here are our top 8 terrifying Star Wars monsters in the franchise so far.
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Acklays
One of the most terrifying monsters in the Star Wars franchise are the Acklays, amphibious reptilian crustaceans that have six deadly claws and razor-sharp teeth.
They're surprisingly agile and one was even unleashed to kill Anakin Skywalker, Padme Amidala, and Obi-Wan Kenobi.
Giant Spiders
If normal-sized spiders already lead you running out of the bathroom, you might want to look away from The Mandalorian Season 2's gigantic arachnid creatures.
The giant white spider's habitat rests on the planet of Dagobah, and though the creature wasn't used as much in the original films, this beaked arachnid was seen in the frozen caves of Maldo Kries.
The spider is said to feed off of emotional energy, which makes it all the more terrifying, considering it could lead anyone to cower in fear.
Sando Aqua Monster
Typically located in the waters of Naboo, the Sando Aqua monster is one of the largest creatures you can find underwater.
Its name also stems from its huge mouth that could easily swallow its fellow sea creatures in one big gulp, and it doesn't help that he has a monstrous appetite, either.
Brain Worms
Any monster or creature, whether big or small, could always send anyone into a frenzy, and this includes the brain worms.
As parasites, the brain worms of Genosois are a reminder that any ferocious predator could still hunt no matter their size. All these worms have to do is slither through your nose and take control of your body.
The catch is they could still manipulate your mind even when the host of the body is dead.
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Dianoga
One of the most terrifying Star Wars creatures was the Dianoga Luke Skywalker, Chewbacca, Princess Leia, and Han Solo encountered in the trash shoot in the original films.
The Dianoga may appear small from this angle alone, but what you don't know is that the trash compactor is where they're usually located. What makes them even more eerie to look at is the fact that their body is bigger underwater.
Dianogas could easily camouflage themselves in any environment they find themselves in and could drag you under murky waters for their feast.
Rathtars
If you encounter the Rathtars, chances are you're not escaping its wits alive. Rathtars are round-mouthed creatures with razor-sharp teeth surrounded by tentacles that allow them to move as quickly as they can to catch their prey.
Not to mention, their skin is fire-resistant, and they could quickly reproduce and populate a particular area where they're staying.
Bor Gullet
The Bor Gullet was used as a torturing machine in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
As a member of the Mairan species, the Bor Gullet not only frightens anyone with its physical form, but when wrapping its tentacles around its victims, the prisoner could lose their sanity within its grasp.
Sarlacc
First introduced in The Return of the Jedi, the Sarlacc was used as a form of execution by the crime lord Jabba the Hut.
The Sarlacc is technically hiding within the pit in the image, underneath the sand of Tattooine. Think of it as a quick sand with teeth. It is known for gobbling up anyone who steps into its lair.
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