Not long after they were created on Kamino, the Clone Troopers of the Republic were thrown into a rigorous physical and mental training program, preparing them for the ruthless might of the separatist forces across the galaxy. But how did they learn combat techniques, strategy and proficiency with their weapons so quickly? Lets find out.

Before we get into it, make sure you’re subscribed for more awesome star wars and bad batch content, as the show is coming out in the next few days. After going through basic checkups and certifications by the Cloners on Kamino, most clone Troopers were given a type of training called Flash training.

Flash training, or flash learning was a technique which used holographic flashes to instruct young clones during their growth period. The process enabled a clone trooper to accumulate knowledge, skills and tactics at an extremely accelerated rate. During the development of the Grand Army of the Republic, all newly created Clone Troopers were first educated in weapons handling and basic combat tactics through flash training, before being flash taught simulations, drills and live fire exercises.