This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episodes 1 & 2.
Summary
Ahsoka discloses that the purrgil have transported Grand Admiral Thrawn and Ezra Bridger to a different galaxy, thereby completely altering the Star Wars franchise. These purrgil, known as hyperspace whales, possess the ability to traverse between galaxies, and their migratory route coincides with a starmap guiding towards a remote location known as Peridea.
This marks Star Wars' first exploration beyond the galaxy, offering the potential for a fresh perspective on the Force and an exhilarating new addition to the Star Wars universe in the form of Ahsoka.
Ahsoka has unveiled the whereabouts of Grand Admiral Thrawn and Ezra Bridger over the past nine years, altering the entire landscape of the Star Wars franchise. In the finale of Star Wars Rebels, Jedi Padawan Ezra Bridger selflessly sacrificed himself to overcome Thrawn, the most formidable among the Imperial Grand Admirals. The Force had forewarned Ezra of Thrawn's interference during the Rebel Alliance's mission to free Lothal, prompting him to craft a daring strategy to defeat his adversary.
Ezra utilized his connection with the purrgil, the hyperspace whales of the Star Wars universe, to forcibly enter hyperspace, taking along Grand Admiral Thrawn's flagship with both Thrawn and Ezra on board. The flagship had been absent for approximately nine regions, implying that Thrawn was missing throughout the entire Galactic Civil War. Even Palpatine himself believed that Thrawn's presence would have had a significant impact on the conflict, as his exceptional tactical prowess would have led to a more proficient mobilization of the Empire's forces. However, the question remains: Where has Thrawn been during this extended period?
The Purrgil Have Taken Thrawn & Ezra Bridger To Another Galaxy
The purrgil, known as Star Wars' hyperspace whales, possess the extraordinary ability to forge minuscule tunnels in hyperspace, enabling them to journey throughout the galaxy. Ancient scientists, inspired by these creatures, discovered the concept of hyperspace and learned to replicate their capabilities. However, it appears that the purrgil's abilities extend even further than previously presumed - they are capable of traversing between galaxies.
Lady Morgan has successfully obtained an ancient starmap that details the precise course to Peridea, a remote galaxy. Remarkably, this route aligns with the intergalactic migration path of the purrgil, stretching from a specific point in the Star Wars galaxy to a location on the outer rim of another galaxy. According to Lady Morgan, this path was once utilized by individuals hailing from a separate galaxy, who were seemingly linked to the Nightsisters of Dathomir, hence her knowledge of them. She firmly believes that the purrgil have transported Thrawn and Ezra along this migration route, spanning the vast expanse between galaxies, ultimately leading to Peridea.
Star Wars Has Never Traveled Beyond The Galaxy Before
For the first time in the history of Star Wars, the franchise is venturing beyond the familiar galaxy. Since its inception in 1977, the adventures were always set in "a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away" - a singular galaxy. Even the previous Star Wars Expanded Universe only briefly explored the concept of other galaxies, notably through the Yuuzhan Vong, a race of invaders initially believed to have originated from another galaxy. However, they were ultimately revealed to be outcasts from the Star Wars galaxy.
Now, Star Wars is not only delving into intergalactic forces, but also preparing to embark on a journey to a different galaxy. Lady Morgan has prepared the Eye of Sion, a vessel that will enable her to travel to Peridea. As Peridea is intricately connected to the Nightsisters of Dathomir, it is highly likely that this location serves as the origin of their peculiar Force abilities. This suggests that it is a place where the Force operates under distinct principles. If this is true, then the leap to another galaxy is poised to revolutionize viewers' comprehension of the Force itself, making Ahsoka's story one of the most captivating narratives in the rich history of Star Wars.
Ahsoka releases new episodes Tuesdays at 6pm PT / 9pm ET on Disney+.