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The hero of the piece and the latest addition to the Galaxy Far, Far Away's finally growing catalogue of strong female characters.

Jyn is a criminal, whose father (played by Mads Mikkelsen) has a specific link to the Empire and who is the key to completing the Death Star. He is no doubt one of the reasons Jyn signs up for the mission.

Here's her official bio:

"Putting behind a checkered past by lending her skills to a greater cause, Jyn Erso is impetuous, defiant, and eager to bring the battle to the Empire. Used to operating alone, she finds higher purpose by taking on a desperate mission for the Rebel Alliance."