Summary
Maintaining a connection to the past is something thatStar Warshas always taken seriously, and one piece ofThe Acolyteart has perfectly captured that lesson.The Acolyteepisode 5ended with a devastating massacre of five Jedi, including two who were incredibly close toMaster Sol (Lee Jung-jae). Like any character death inStar Wars, the loss hits hard. Despite the Jedi’s belief that attachments are detrimental to their ability to focus, it’s impossible for them to completely disengage from the special bonds they make together.
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The heartwarming scene was posted to Instagram by artistJamie Tranafter the events of the upsetting episode, giving a bit of light to the sad ending. Captioned with, “Everything changes, but nothing is truly lost,”the post perfectly understandsStar Wars’ message. Just asJecki Lon (Dafne Keen)says to Osha (Amandla Stenberg) inThe Acolyteepisode 4, getting to watch anything or anyone become one with the Force is an honor, despite the tragedy.
Master Sol is shown with a melancholy expression with his arms extended to receive a hug, as if he can feel the presence of his friends around him. In the tell-tale monochrome blue ofForce ghosts, Jecki holds Sol tight while Yord Fandar leans against his shoulder. Both fallen Jedi smile softly as if they are at peace.
Not Every Jedi Can Become A Physical Force Ghost
Jedi teach that all living things are connected through the Living Force and that when they die, their essence rejoins the Force. Though many Jedi have been seen appearing as physical ghost-like figures to share knowledge and training with the still-living Jedi who need them, that’s far from the norm. It takes intense focus and training to obtain the ability to remain separate from the Force, allowing the dead Jedi to speak and appear as themselves, as opposed to immediately dissolving completely into the Force. InStar Wars: The Clone Wars,Yoda learns this skill from the spirit of Qui-Gon.
Obi-Wan Kenobi was the first Jedi to become one with the Force on-screen inA New Hopeand though his voice helped coach Luke through the attack on the Death Star, it wasn’t untilThe Empire Strikes Backthat he appeared in his physical form. The prequel trilogy ends with Yoda imparting his knowledge on Force ghosts to Obi-Wan before they depart on their respective exiles, urging him to focus his meditations on connecting with his old Master. The fallen Jedi ofThe Acolytemight not have access to this ability, but through the Force, they’ll never truly be gone.
The Acolyte
Cast
The Acolyte is a television series set in the Star Wars universe at the end of the High Republic Era, where both the Jedi and the Galactic Empire were at the height of their influence. This sci-fi thriller sees a former Padawan reunite with her former Jedi Master as they investigate several crimes - all leading to darkness erupting from beneath the surface and preparing to bring about the end of the High Republic.
