32 BCE
C-3PO Created by Anakin Skywalker
Anakin Skywalker builds C-3PO from spare parts on Tatooine to help his mother Shmi. The droid lacks outer plating and speaks Basic. #starwars #droid
Chronological Storyline (35 Milestones)
32 BCE
C-3PO Meets Padmé Amidala
Anakin introduces C-3PO to Padmé Amidala during her stay on Tatooine. The droid serves as a translator and assistant. #starwars #padme
22 BCE
C-3PO Serves Padmé Amidala
Padmé brings C-3PO to Coruscant to serve as her protocol droid. He assists with diplomatic duties and translation. #starwars #diplomacy
22 BCE
C-3PO and R2-D2 Meet on Naboo
C-3PO first encounters R2-D2 on Naboo during Padmé's return. They begin a long partnership. #starwars #r2d2
22 BCE
C-3PO's Memory Wiped by Anakin
Anakin wipes C-3PO's memory to keep his relationship with Padmé secret. The droid loses all memories of Tatooine and his creation. #starwars #memorywipe
19 BCE
C-3PO Witnesses Order 66
C-3PO is present on Coruscant when Order 66 is executed. He later serves Padmé during the rise of the Empire. #starwars #order66
19 BCE
C-3PO Serves Bail Organa
C-3PO becomes a protocol droid for Senator Bail Organa on Alderaan, assisting with Rebel activities. #starwars #rebellion
19 BCE
C-3PO's Memory Wiped by Bail Organa
After Padmé's death, Bail Organa orders C-3PO's memory wiped to protect the Skywalker children. The droid loses all memories of the prequel era. #starwars #memorywipe
0 CE
C-3PO Meets Luke Skywalker
Luke Skywalker purchases C-3PO and R2-D2 from the Jawas. C-3PO becomes a translator for the Lars family. #starwars #lukeskywalker
0 CE
C-3PO Joins Obi-Wan Kenobi
Obi-Wan rescues C-3PO and takes him to Mos Eisley. C-3PO and R2-D2 accompany Obi-Wan and Luke to Alderaan. #starwars #obiwan
0 CE
C-3PO Helps Rescue Princess Leia
C-3PO assists in the rescue of Princess Leia from the Death Star. He provides translation and logistical support. #starwars #leia
0 CE
C-3PO at the Battle of Yavin
C-3PO remains on Yavin IV during the Battle of Yavin, monitoring communications and providing support. #starwars #battleofyavin
0 CE
C-3PO on the Millennium Falcon
C-3PO travels on the Millennium Falcon with Han Solo and Chewbacca. He complains about the ship's condition. #starwars #millenniumfalcon
0 CE
C-3PO and R2-D2 Escape to Tatooine
C-3PO and R2-D2 are sent to Tatooine in an escape pod with the Death Star plans. They are captured by Jawas and sold to Owen Lars. #starwars #deathstar
0 CE
C-3PO Searches for R2-D2
C-3PO searches for R2-D2 after he runs away to find Obi-Wan Kenobi. He is captured by Tusken Raiders. #starwars #tusken
0 CE
C-3PO Enters the Death Star
C-3PO and R2-D2 are taken aboard the Death Star. C-3PO translates for the Imperials and meets Darth Vader. #starwars #deathstar
0 CE
C-3PO Awarded Medal of Bravery
C-3PO receives a medal of bravery alongside Han and Luke for his role in the Battle of Yavin. #starwars #medal
3 CE
C-3PO Repaired by R2-D2
R2-D2 repairs C-3PO's damaged circuits, restoring him to full functionality. #starwars #repair
3 CE
C-3PO Escapes Cloud City
C-3PO escapes Cloud City aboard the Millennium Falcon with the others. He is partially reassembled but still malfunctioning. #starwars #escape
3 CE
C-3PO Dismantled in Cloud City
C-3PO is dismantled by Ugnaughts in Cloud City. He is later reassembled by Chewbacca, albeit incorrectly. #starwars #cloudcity
3 CE
C-3PO Captured by the Empire
During the evacuation of Hoth, C-3PO is captured by Imperial forces and taken to Cloud City. #starwars #empire
3 CE
C-3PO on Hoth
C-3PO serves as a translator and assistant at the Rebel base on Hoth. He helps with communications and logistics. #starwars #hoth
4 CE
C-3PO at the Battle of Endor
C-3PO participates in the Battle of Endor, providing translation and support to the Rebel forces. #starwars #battleofendor
4 CE
C-3PO on Tatooine with Jabba
C-3PO and R2-D2 are sent as envoys to Jabba the Hutt. C-3PO translates for the group. #starwars #jabba
4 CE
C-3PO Becomes Ewok Deity
On Endor, the Ewoks mistake C-3PO for a god due to his golden appearance. He is worshipped and helps negotiate an alliance. #starwars #ewok
4 CE
C-3PO Celebrates Victory
C-3PO celebrates the destruction of the second Death Star and the fall of the Empire. #starwars #victory
5 CE
C-3PO Serves the New Republic
C-3PO continues to serve as a protocol droid for the New Republic, assisting in diplomatic missions. #starwars #newrepublic
28 CE
C-3PO with Leia Organa
C-3PO serves Leia Organa as her personal protocol droid during the early years of the Resistance. #starwars #resistance
34 CE
C-3PO's Memory Sacrificed
C-3PO sacrifices his memory to translate the Sith text on the Millennium Falcon. His memory is later restored by R2-D2. #starwars #sacrifice
34 CE
C-3PO at the Battle of Crait
C-3PO assists the Resistance during the Battle of Crait, providing translation and support. #starwars #battleofcrait
35 CE
C-3PO Retires with R2-D2
C-3PO and R2-D2 retire from active service, living with the Skywalker family on Tatooine. #starwars #retirement
35 CE
C-3PO at the Battle of Exegol
C-3PO participates in the Battle of Exegol, translating Sith artifacts and coordinating with allies. #starwars #exegol
35 CE
C-3PO with the Resistance Fleet
C-3PO serves aboard the Resistance fleet, aiding in communications and translation. #starwars #resistance
35 CE
C-3PO's Memory Restored
R2-D2 restores C-3PO's memory, including the prequel era memories, after the Battle of Exegol. #starwars #memoryrestored
35 CE
C-3PO Celebrates Victory on Endor
C-3PO joins the celebration on Endor after the final defeat of the First Order. #starwars #victory