A nine-year-old human boy who has competed in more than half a dozen Podraces, but has yet to finish one. Although far from a favorite at the Boonta Classic, Anakin is determined not only to finish but also to beat his rival, Sebulba, and win. Anakin enjoys the distinction of being the only human in Mos Espa who is able to race Pods. It is this unique ability that catches the attention of Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn. Any human boy who can Podrace must possess Jedi-like reflexes-and, therefore, might be considered as a candidate for Jedi training. |
