Oh, this thing will make every Disney fan who joked/complained/"Disney would never!" about Hagrid eat all the crows in the orlando area.
Here's some other tidbits I'll share.
- One major Kylo AA figure in the ride and it's impressive from what I've heard
- The laser blast effects are going to blow people away
- The ride vehicles are slower than anticipated
Ya, I can't wait for the people on Magic who constantly, and still to this day, make jokes about Hagrid's not being open ever. I typically don't like that kind of revengeness feeling but oh man honestly it might taste good if this thing closes one day before or after Christmas. Im not rooting for that for the rides success purposes, but part of me will be happy knowing those fans get a taste of their own medicine.
I have 1 source at Disney and they've also mentioned the Kylo AA being amazing. Says its had no issues that they know of, although I'm not sure how often they're working on Rise or are at Rise, but I heard this just last week from him. They don't know I'm on forums at all or anything so I haven't heard anything about its operations, as they likely don't want to share anything negative about it nor do I bother asking. I'll try and ask before this thing opens what his prediction is. Id assume he's ridden but he's not willing to fully disclose.
Im expecting Pirates, but dark ride, and Star Wars themed. Cohesive story, some scenes with incredible action, a few scenes not as exciting, overall an A-/B+ experience from Disney. I really think it will be important to judge this attraction as a whole though once all is said and done. Just because there's a bunch more pre shows doesn't necessarily make things more immersive, Disney. Lets see how they play out however. Hoping the ride time itself is over 5 minutes. Still can't get over Chapek said its 15 min long lol.