The Mandalorian's Game-Changing Twist: Ahsoka's Entrance Paves the Way for an Expanded Star Wars Universe

Warning! This article contains SPOILERS for the Ahsoka finale.

Summary

The inclusion of Grand Admiral Thrawn by Ahsoka has not only broadened the Star Wars narrative but has also highlighted the franchise's inclination towards established characters rather than introducing fresh ones. This trend is further evident in TV shows such as The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, where the New Republic is portrayed as lacking strength and awareness when it comes to adversaries like Moff Gideon and Grand Admiral Thrawn.

Carson Teva's involvement in multiple Star Wars projects may serve as Disney's attempt to make up for the cancellation of the show Rangers of the New Republic. However, this approach has resulted in a lack of diversity among the New Republic's allies.

Although Ahsoka has received praise for expanding the Star Wars universe, there is a peculiar consequence within the series that actually narrows down the galaxy. Unlike The Mandalorian, which focused on smaller adversaries like Moff Gideon, Ahsoka reintroduced Grand Admiral Thrawn, who poses a threat by utilizing his intellectual abilities to rebuild the fallen Empire. With Thrawn's return to the original Star Wars galaxy and Ahsoka Tano and Sabine Wren stranded on Peridea, the series has effectively expanded its story's scope. Despite this, the franchise persists in bringing back the same characters repeatedly instead of introducing new ones.

The New Republic, during the events of Ahsoka, aspires to be the most dominant governing body across the galaxy. However, the Star Wars television shows consistently highlight its inherent weakness and inadequacy. In The Mandalorian, we witness the New Republic's negligence in safeguarding its arsenal, thereby allowing Moff Gideon to pose a significant threat. Likewise, Ahsoka showcases the New Republic's recurring tendency to overlook frightening menaces, such as the resurgence of Grand Admiral Thrawn.

Ahsoka's Carson Teva Cameo Felt Strangely Out Of Place

Paul Sun-Hyung Lee makes his third Star Wars show appearance as Carson Teva in Ahsoka. Although Carson is a beloved character and a familiar face, it seems that he is the sole X-wing pilot representing the New Republic. Carson consistently finds himself in the midst of action and is the only one from the New Republic who pays heed to the main characters like Din Djarin or Hera Syndulla. While it's refreshing to see him, his frequent appearances suggest a shortage of personnel within the New Republic.

Carson Teva, the Captain of the Adelphi Rangers, is speculated to have been the intended lead character for the canceled Star Wars TV show, Rangers of the New Republic. His frequent cameos in various Star Wars projects could possibly be Disney's way of compensating for the cancellation. However, his appearances in The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and now Ahsoka have led to a lack of diversity among the characters representing the New Republic. Nonetheless, there is a straightforward solution to justify his surprising presence.

One Idea Fixes Ahsoka's Carson Teva Cameo: Is Hera In Command Of Adelphi Base?

Given Hera Syndulla's position as a General in the New Republic, it is logical that Adelphi Base is under her command. This explains why Carson chooses to join her unauthorized mission to Seatos and why he is present at her hearing. If Carson is Hera's second-in-command, his tendency to disagree with the New Republic's questionable decisions may have been influenced by his commanding officer, Hera.

Additionally, it makes perfect sense for Hera to be the General of the Adelphi Rangers, especially considering that her old friend Garazeb "Zeb" Orrelios is also a member of the Adelphi squadron. Zeb was a founding member of Hera's Ghost crew and made his live-action debut in The Mandalorian season 3, episode 5, where he met Carson Teva at Adelphi Base. After establishing a society for his people, it is plausible that Zeb returned to Hera's crew as one of her pilots in the New Republic.

This Theory Makes Hera A Major Character In The Mandalorian Season 4

If Hera is leading the Adelphi Rangers, it strongly suggests that she will become a significant character in future episodes of The Mandalorian. By the end of Season 3, Din Djarin joins the New Republic as a freelancer, but his main contact within the organization is still Carson Teva. Since Carson and Hera are collaborating closely in Ahsoka, it is probable that Carson will recruit Din and Grogu to help in the battle against Grand Admiral Thrawn in Season 4 of The Mandalorian.

In any case, the New Republic cannot continue to disregard the Jedi and the threat posed by Thrawn. Now that Ezra Bridger has returned to fight alongside Hera in the New Republic, it appears that Star Wars TV is moving towards a team-up similar to Avengers, with Hera taking on the role of the leader. In a sense, Carson Teva may become the Nick Fury of the Star Wars universe, as he serves as the central figure connecting the various heroes of the Mandalorian Era. Regardless, Hera's role in Ahsoka was just a preview of the potential her character holds, and we can expect to see more of her in Season 4 of The Mandalorian.

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