The Jaw-Dropping Truth Behind Sabine's Mysterious Force Struggle Unveiled in Ahsoka Episode 7

Warning! This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episode 7.

Summary

Sabine Wren's inability to tap into the Force could potentially be attributed to her dormant power that required unlocking, a phenomenon observed in other Force-sensitive individuals from the Star Wars universe, such as Rey in The Force Awakens.

Ahsoka's decision to suppress the Master-Padawan bond with Sabine acted as a barrier to the emergence of Sabine's power. However, she has since embraced the role of mentor and fostered a connection with Sabine, thus facilitating the awakening of her untapped abilities.

Ahsoka's realization of her own identity and her ability to let go of the past in episode 5 has strengthened her bond with Sabine, resulting in Sabine's increased affinity for the Force in episode 7.

Episode 7 of Ahsoka may have unveiled the true reason behind Sabine Wren's previous inability to tap into the Force. Throughout most of the series, Sabine's storyline has revolved around her struggle to connect with the Force, despite her training with Ahsoka. Whether it was Huyang suggesting her limited aptitude for the Force or her lack of any mystical abilities, Sabine's training has excelled in combat but fallen short in terms of her Force connection.

However, in the ending of episode 7 of Ahsoka, there appears to be a change. Ahsoka reached out to Sabine, and as a result, Sabine began to sense Ahsoka's presence through the Force, indicating that she is now capable of harnessing this mysterious energy. This scene in Ahsoka episode 7 may have offered a hidden explanation for why this was not possible before, which is connected to both Ahsoka's and Sabine's character arcs. This development brings their journeys together and brings the series full circle as it leads up to the release date of Ahsoka's final episode.

Some Force-Sensitives Need To Be "Awoken"

As seen in Star Wars history, certain characters with a connection to the Force have required awakening. This idea was explored in the Skywalker Saga film, Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Rey, a character whose Force abilities needed to be activated by external factors or individuals, was confirmed by Snoke when he declared, "There has been an awakening, have you felt it?" to Kylo Ren. Rey further elaborated on this to Luke Skywalker in Star Wars: The Last Jedi, stating, "Something inside of me has always been there, but now it's awake."

Even Luke himself, a Jedi, underwent a form of awakening. While he possessed inherent abilities, it was not until the events of A New Hope, including the deaths of Owen and Beru Lars and his training under Obi-Wan Kenobi, that his Force powers truly flourished. This demonstrates that some Force-sensitive individuals do not possess active powers from a young age, but rather possess a latent power that requires unlocking. In episode 7 of Ahsoka, it became evident that this awakening occurred for Sabine when her Master reached out to her through the Force.

Ahsoka Had Suppressed The Master-Padawan Bond

Similarly, in

Ahsoka Episode 5 Was A Turning Point For Sabine As Well As Ahsoka

, there are implications as to why the synergy between Ahsoka and Sabine failed to elicit the latter's untapped potential in the past. This can be attributed to Ahsoka's deliberate suppression of the Master-Padawan bond they shared. Prior to the events of

Ahsoka Episode 5 Was A Turning Point For Sabine As Well As Ahsoka

, the eponymous character demonstrated a noticeable hesitation to form connections with others, including Sabine. Due to her apprehension regarding the darkness inherited from Anakin, Ahsoka consciously or unconsciously distanced herself from Sabine and hindered the awakening of her latent abilities.

The significance of Ahsoka episode 5, titled "Shadow Warrior," cannot be underestimated. Rather than being a mere spectacle for fans, this installment played a crucial role in the character development of both Ahsoka and Sabine. Ahsoka's journey through the Clone Wars flashbacks was aimed at helping her recognize that she is more than just a warrior associated with death and destruction. As she came to terms with this realization, Ahsoka transformed into a true Jedi, embracing the responsibility of teaching Sabine and ensuring that she would not perpetuate the cycle of warfare she once believed defined her legacy.

Ahsoka's newfound realization of her individuality, separate from her own legacy and that of her mentor Anakin, allowed her to release her attachment to the past and embrace a fresh willingness to form connections with others. This positive shift in Ahsoka's demeanor has been evident since the fifth episode of her journey. Following her experiences in the World Between Worlds alongside Anakin, Ahsoka has experienced a notable increase in joy, lightness, and freedom, in contrast to her previously stoic and intense disposition in the initial four parts of her story. This transformation can be attributed to her revised perspective on her personal Star Wars journey.

Moreover, this transformation has significant implications for Sabine's own journey. By opening herself up to the idea of guiding and teaching Sabine, Ahsoka has reduced the resistance the latter may have previously felt. As we know from Star Wars lore, the Force operates in mysterious ways. It is possible that Sabine had been receptive to learning from Ahsoka before, but the latter's subconscious suppression of their Master-Padawan bond may have hindered Sabine's complete understanding of the Force. However, with Ahsoka now reaching out to her Padawan through the Force, Sabine has demonstrated a stronger connection to the energy field in the seventh episode, and this connection is likely to deepen as the series reaches its conclusion.

New episodes of Ahsoka release Tuesdays at 6pm PT / 9pm ET on Disney+.