Poe Dameron

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Poe Dameron

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Poe Dameron, commander in the Resistance.
Portrayed by	Oscar Isaac
First appearance	Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens
Last appearance	Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker
Affiliation	New Republic, Resistance
Signature Artifacts	Poe Dameron's X-wing Helmet, Resistance Pilot Flight Suit, Poe Dameron's Jacket, BB-8, EL-16H Blaster Rifle, Map to Luke Skywalker, Spice Runner Medallion, T-70 X-wing (Black One), Data Spike, General's Insignia
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Poe Dameron is a human male starfighter pilot and commander in the Resistance during its conflict with the First Order. A daring and sometimes reckless ace pilot, his unwavering commitment to the cause and his charismatic leadership make him one of the Resistance's most important figures. The artifacts associated with him reflect his identity as a top gun and his evolution into a responsible leader.

Character Overview

The son of two Rebel Alliance veterans, Poe Dameron grew up hearing stories of the Galactic Civil War. He became a decorated pilot in the New Republic Navy before growing disillusioned with its inaction against the rising threat of the First Order. He was recruited by General Leia Organa to join the Resistance, where he became one of her most trusted operatives. His journey is one of learning to temper his impulsive nature with the wisdom required for true leadership.

Film & Television Appearances

Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens (2015)

As the Resistance's best pilot, Poe is sent on a mission to Jakku to retrieve a map fragment leading to the location of Luke Skywalker. He is captured by Kylo Ren but not before entrusting the map to his astromech droid, BB-8. He escapes with the help of the defecting stormtrooper Finn, whom he names. Presumed dead after their TIE fighter crashes, he triumphantly returns to lead the X-wing squadron in the attack that destroys Starkiller Base.

Star Wars: Episode VIII – The Last Jedi (2017)

Poe's hot-headed nature is put to the test. He leads a costly bombing run against a First Order dreadnought against Leia's orders, resulting in his demotion. Frustrated with Vice Admiral Holdo's seemingly passive leadership, he stages a short-lived mutiny. He eventually learns a hard lesson about the difference between being a hero and being a leader, and is groomed by Leia to help command the future of the Resistance.

Star Wars Resistance (2018-2020)

Poe appears in several episodes, serving as the mentor figure for the main character, Kazuda Xiono. He recruits Kaz to spy on the First Order and provides him with missions and guidance.

Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker (2019)

Following the deaths of Luke and Leia, Poe becomes a General and co-leader of the Resistance alongside Finn. He struggles with the weight of command and learns of his past as the son of spice runners. He helps lead the final, galaxy-uniting assault against the Emperor's Final Order fleet on Exegol.

Signature Artifacts

Poe Dameron's X-wing Helmet

• Description: A customized T-70 X-wing pilot helmet with a distinctive, hand-painted design and the Aurebesh phrase "Ro-ee Rice" (a phonetic spelling of "Glory's Fire") written on it, a tribute to his mother.
• Relevance to Character: The helmet is a symbol of Poe's identity as an ace pilot. Its customized, slightly worn look connects him to the "used future" aesthetic of the original trilogy pilots and shows his individuality and pride in his role.
• Relevance to Plot: This is the helmet he wears during the climactic attacks in both The Force Awakens and The Rise of Skywalker, marking him as the leader of the Resistance's starfighter corps.

Resistance Pilot Flight Suit

• Description: A standard-issue orange Resistance flight suit, worn with a white flak vest.
• Relevance to Character: This suit is Poe's uniform, visually identifying him as a soldier and pilot for the Resistance. It connects him directly to the legacy of the Rebel Alliance pilots, particularly Luke Skywalker.
• Relevance to Plot: He wears this suit during all major battle sequences, from the attack on Starkiller Base to the final battle on Exegol.

Poe Dameron's Jacket

• Description: A brown leather jacket with red and silver details, belonging to Poe.
• Relevance to Character: The jacket represents Poe's generosity and his ability to inspire loyalty. Giving his jacket to Finn is an act of kindness that cements their friendship and gives Finn a new identity.
• Relevance to Plot: The jacket is a key artifact that passes between characters. Finn wears it for most of The Force Awakens, and it is later returned to Poe, symbolizing the completion of Finn's journey to becoming his own hero.

BB-8

• Description: A BB-series astromech droid with a unique spherical body and a free-moving domed head.
• Relevance to Character: BB-8 is Poe's loyal co-pilot and companion, much like R2-D2 was to Luke. The droid's spunky, expressive personality is a good match for Poe's own energetic nature.
• Relevance to Plot: BB-8 is the carrier of the map to Luke Skywalker, making him the central MacGuffin of The Force Awakens. His mission to find Poe is what brings him into contact with Rey and Finn.

EL-16H Blaster Rifle

• Description: A modified version of the standard Resistance EL-16 blaster rifle, featuring a scope and an extended stock.
• Relevance to Character: This is Poe's primary ground weapon, showing that he is as capable a soldier on foot as he is in the cockpit.
• Relevance to Plot: He uses this rifle during the initial firefight on Jakku and later during the ground assault on Exegol.

Map to Luke Skywalker

• Description: A fragment of a galactic map stored on a small data chip, which reveals the location of the first Jedi temple on Ahch-To.
• Relevance to Character: Possessing this map makes Poe the target of the First Order and establishes him as one of Leia's most trusted agents, tasked with the most important mission in the galaxy.
• Relevance to Plot: The map is the driving force of the entire plot of The Force Awakens. Poe's decision to hide it inside BB-8 is the film's inciting incident.

Spice Runner Medallion

• Description: A small, metallic medallion that Poe reveals he used to carry during his time as a spice runner on Kijimi.
• Relevance to Character: This artifact reveals a hidden, morally ambiguous past for the character. It shows that before he was a clean-cut New Republic hero, he was a scoundrel, much like Han Solo. This adds a layer of complexity to his character.
• Relevance to Plot: The medallion allows him to gain passage and help from his old acquaintance Zorii Bliss on Kijimi, which is crucial for the heroes to continue their quest.

T-70 X-wing (Black One)

• Description: Poe's customized T-70 X-wing, distinguished by its unique black and orange paint scheme. It is equipped with a temporary booster pack that gives it an extra burst of speed.
• Relevance to Character: This ship is a symbol of Poe's elite status as "Black Leader." It is his signature vessel, a direct reflection of his unique skill and flair.
• Relevance to Plot: Poe pilots this ship during the attack on Starkiller Base, personally flying into the oscillator trench to destroy the target. The ship is later destroyed in the opening battle of The Last Jedi.

Data Spike

• Description: A small, cylindrical computer interface tool used for slicing into computer systems.
• Relevance to Character: This tool shows Poe's resourcefulness and technical skills, proving he is more than just a pilot.
• Relevance to Plot: Poe uses a data spike to hotwire a TIE fighter, allowing him and Finn to escape from the Star Destroyer Finalizer.

General's Insignia

• Description: The rank insignia plaque worn on the chest of a Resistance General.
• Relevance to Character: This artifact symbolizes the culmination of Poe's character arc. Receiving it from Leia (posthumously) marks his official transition from a hotshot pilot to the responsible leader of the entire Resistance.
• Relevance to Plot: Wearing this insignia in the final act of The Rise of Skywalker confirms his new authority as he plans and leads the final battle.

Behind the Scenes

Oscar Isaac was cast as Poe Dameron. The character was originally intended to die early in The Force Awakens, but after Isaac expressed his reluctance to play another character who dies early, J.J. Abrams and Lawrence Kasdan rewrote the script to have him survive the TIE fighter crash. This decision significantly expanded his role in the sequel trilogy.

Trivia

• The name "Poe Dameron" was created by J.J. Abrams; "Poe" was the name of his daughter's favorite polar bear toy, and "Dameron" was the last name of his assistant, Morgan Dameron.

See Also

• Finn
• Rey
• Leia Organa
• Oscar Isaac