ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Walker (Star Wars)

In the Star Wars universe, a walker is a big robot that is made to walk around like a person. It has two big legs that move it forward, just like how we walk using our own legs. Walkers are used by different groups in Star Wars, like the Republic and the Empire.

One of the most famous walkers is called an AT-AT. It is a very tall and intimidating robot that looks like a huge dog. It has four legs and a big, armored body on top. The AT-AT can carry stormtroopers and can shoot lasers from its head. It is used by the Empire to attack enemies and capture places.

Another walker is called an AT-ST. It is smaller than the AT-AT, but still very powerful. It has two legs, like a human, and it can move around quickly. The AT-ST is often used for scouting missions and to protect the Empire's bases.

Walkers are very useful for fighting in battle because they can go places that normal vehicles cannot. They can walk over rough and uneven terrain, like mountains and forests. They are also very strong, so they can withstand attacks from the enemy and keep moving forward.

Now, let's imagine you are playing with toys and you have a walker toy. You can make it walk around, just like a person. You can pretend it's shooting lasers and going on adventures with other toys. It's a really cool toy to have and lots of fun to play with!