Summary
A stunning piece of fan art captures the battle-hardened warriors Baylan Skoll and Shin Hati from Ahsoka, revealing their intense focus on finding Peridea.
The unexpected death of Ray Stevenson presents Lucasfilm with a difficult decision: should they replace him with another actor or bring the character's storyline to a halt?
Shin Hati's narrative has the potential for a compelling redemption arc, and it would be unfortunate to miss out on witnessing the development of both Baylan and Shin in a live-action format, especially considering the groundwork established in Ahsoka.
A stunning Star Wars fan art showcases the fierce warriors Baylan Skoll and Shin Hati from the Ahsoka show. With the conclusion of Ahsoka, unanswered questions persist regarding the intriguing background between Baylan Skoll, portrayed by the late Ray Stevenson, and Shin Hati, played by Ivanna Sakhno. While Ahsoka hinted at their mutual admiration and effective teamwork, audiences were left in the dark about their initial encounter and what lies ahead now that they have parted ways.
Ahsoka's primary adversaries, Baylan and Shin, form a captivating duo. Acclaimed artist Jake Bartok, known as X on his previous Twitter handle, has brilliantly portrayed the allure of these intriguing characters in a mesmerizing fan art. The artwork showcases the two Dark Jedi in a resolute stance that unequivocally signifies their preparedness for an imminent battle.
With their distinctive orange lightsabers poised and their unwavering gazes, the artist effectively captures Baylan and Shin's unwavering determination to locate Peridea and vanquish Ahsoka and her companions.
How Will Baylan Skoll And Shin Hati Fit Into Star Wars’ Future?
The future of Baylan and Shin in Ahsoka's Star Wars timeline remains uncertain as Lucasfilm faces the challenge of deciding whether to recast the role of Stevenson or to halt the character's story altogether. This decision is likely to divide audiences, given Stevenson's universally praised performance in Ahsoka. However, the current situation suggests that there were significant plans for Baylan's storyline, indicated by Ahsoka and Sabine still being stuck on Peridea and Baylan discovering the statues of the Mortis Gods there. These plans have the potential to reshape the audience's understanding of the Force.
Similarly, Shin has a compelling story yet to be told. Exploring her past with her master would be intriguing, and Ahsoka episode 7 hinted at the possibility of a redemption arc for Shin when Ahsoka offered her assistance. While there is a chance that both Baylan and Shin's stories may continue in other forms, such as Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi or through various comic books and novels, it would be a missed opportunity not to witness their fates unfold in live-action, especially considering the groundwork laid out in Ahsoka for an important and potentially franchise-altering arc.
All episodes of Ahsoka are streaming now on Disney+.
Source: Jake Bartok