The Epic Evolution of Star Wars: Unveiling a Game-Changing Retcon, 46 Years Later
Star Wars' timeless tale unfolds in an enigmatic Galaxy, Far Far Away Discover how its redefined origins could shape the future of this iconic saga, challenging George Lucas' original vision after 46 years
Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Ahsoka episode 6.
Summary
Ahsoka episode 6 delves deeper into the Star Wars universe by introducing a previously unknown galaxy known as Peridea.
Huyang's narrative in the episode implies that the origins of the Star Wars universe actually stem from this distinct galaxy.
The retcon in Ahsoka episode 6 provides a fresh interpretation of the famous phrase "a long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away," completely altering its significance. By delving into George Lucas' original vision, Star Wars expands on this concept and introduces a new dimension. In the previous installment, Ahsoka hinted at the existence of another galaxy beyond the central one where the Star Wars story unfolds, revealing that Grand Admiral Thrawn and Ezra Bridger were transported there during the conclusion of Star Wars Rebels. However, in Ahsoka episode 6, the narrative takes a step further by actually exploring this alternative galaxy.
Star Wars' Story Begins "A Long Time Ago" In ANOTHER "Galaxy, Far Far Away"
Ahsoka Tano embarks on a journey with Huyang to a distant galaxy, specifically the planet Peridea. What makes their trip all the more intriguing is when Huyang reveals a tale from ancient times, set in a galaxy far, far away. Initially seen as a playful nod to Star Wars aficionados, this story actually introduces a significant reimagining of Star Wars history, stretching back to the iconic year of 1977.
Recalling A History of the Galaxy: Parts 1, 2, 3, Huyang and Ahsoka agree that part one stands out as the finest. Interestingly, Huyang proceeds to recount this particular tale, revealing its origins in a distant galaxy from long ago. Accordingly, it suggests that this other realm, rather than the Skywalker's universe, serves as the true genesis of the Star Wars universe. The title of Ahsoka episode 6, "Far, Far Away," further strengthens this notion by positioning Peridea's world as the authentic focal point within Star Wars.
Dathomir's origins in Star Wars' alternate galaxy further support the notion. Peridea was once the Witch-Kingdom of the Dathomiri, an ancient civilization that predates the civilizations in the "main" Star Wars galaxy. The fact that the Dathomiri migrated from one galaxy to another, for reasons that remain unclear, indicates the immense importance of this world in the creation of the galaxy most often associated with Star Wars. Additionally, Baylan Skoll's plans appear to be intricately linked to the history of this alternate galaxy, suggesting a deeper connection than even the prime galaxy, which has existed for tens of thousands of years.
The phrase "a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away" remains significant, but now carries a new context. The time period and the galaxy itself have undergone irrevocable changes from what George Lucas originally envisioned when creating Star Wars. This bold move has the potential to shape the future of the franchise, extending beyond Ahsoka's remaining episodes.
How "A Long Time Ago In A Galaxy Far, Far Away"'s New Meaning Could Define Star Wars' Future
The galaxy in Ahsoka, although not new, holds significant importance in the ongoing story. This will likely continue in The Mandalorian movie. While Grand Admiral Thrawn may want to leave, there is a great power on that world that Baylan and Shin Hati seek to harness. It wouldn't be surprising if this becomes a crucial element of the overall puzzle. The emphasis on "a long time ago" mentioned by Huyang in Ahsoka episode 6 remains unexplained, but a future Star Wars movie might clarify it.
James Mangold's Dawn of the Jedi movie is set to take place 25,000 years before Ahsoka's timeline, and it will delve into the origins of the Force and the Jedi Order. Huyang, who has been confirmed to have existed for a similar length of time, could even make an appearance. Ahsoka's retcon adds further depth to this potentially larger story.
If Huyang's story is connected to the one that Mangold's movie will cover - and since it is claimed to be the best one, it would make sense - it implies that the movie will be partially set in another galaxy and explore its history as well as the origins of the galaxy where most of the Star Wars saga takes place. This narrative has the potential to be a captivating standalone story and also serves as a way to connect various projects within Lucasfilm. Ahsoka's impact on the Star Wars universe, with just one line, has significantly changed its past, present, and future over the course of 46 years.
