The Mind-Blowing Cliffhangers in the Ahsoka Finale That Will Leave Fans Begging for Answers

This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episode 8.

Summary

The finale of Ahsoka leaves viewers with a multitude of unanswered questions and intriguing mysteries. These range from Ahsoka's Jedi status to the extent of her transformation into Ahsoka the White.

Dave Filoni's captivating narrative in Ahsoka delves into uncharted territories and introduces captivating ideas from Star Wars mythology, paving the way for a potential film centered around Grand Admiral Thrawn as the primary antagonist.

The Ahsoka finale raised countless inquiries regarding Ahsoka's interactions with Anakin Skywalker, her actions throughout the original trilogy, and the reasoning behind Sabine accusing Ahsoka for the Purge of Mandalore.

Leaving an indelible mark, the Ahsoka finale stands as the most audacious Star Wars TV show to date. It fearlessly explores uncharted territories, venturing beyond the galaxies and into the realm of Peridea, even surpassing George Lucas' own boundaries. Throughout Ahsoka's gripping narrative, numerous surprising twists and turns redefine the history of Star Wars, profoundly impacting both the galaxy at large and the individual journeys of Ahsoka Tano and Sabine Wren.

Ahsoka's boldness naturally left behind numerous unanswered questions and mysteries. Some of these were unintentional while many were intentionally left open by Dave Filoni of Lucasfilm. Filoni is currently working on an exciting overarching narrative that will ultimately be showcased in a movie set in The Mandalorian era. This movie is expected to feature Grand Admiral Thrawn as the primary antagonist. Additionally, Filoni is also expanding upon decades of Star Wars lore, delving into concepts that were introduced in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars Rebels. These concepts revolve around mystical planes and dimensions that have never before been seen in live-action and have always had an air of enigma. In the following section, we explore all the significant questions that remain unanswered after the Ahsoka finale.

40 Is Ahsoka A Jedi?

Ahsoka Tano's departure from the Jedi Order occurred during the Clone Wars, as she grew disillusioned with the order due to the fact that only Anakin Skywalker defended her against the accusation of treason. Despite firmly maintaining that she is not a Jedi, numerous characters consistently treat her as one. Additionally, she even undertook Sabine Wren as her Padawan. It is noteworthy that the episode in which the live-action Ahsoka Tano was introduced in season 2 of The Mandalorian was titled "The Jedi." Notably, this question remains unresolved even after an entire Star Wars TV show centered around Ahsoka.

39 Is The Transformation Into Ahsoka The White Complete - And If Not, What Next?

Ahsoka the White emerged in Star Wars Rebels' series finale, but she revealed that her transformation occurred during the search for Ezra Bridger rather than before it, altering the original narrative. However, the true implications of this transformation within the Star Wars universe remain unclear, disregarding the captivating resemblance to Gandalf. Additionally, it appears that the transformation remains incomplete as Ahsoka wielded a staff instead of her signature lightsaber in the Star Wars Rebels epilogue. Consequently, this unresolved storyline contributes to the current enigmatic nature surrounding Ahsoka the White.

38 Why Didn't Ahsoka Use Two Lightsabers In Her First Duel With Baylan?

Ahsoka, a skilled duelist, found herself outmatched by dark Jedi Baylan Skoll. Surprisingly, she chose to use only one lightsaber in their first battle, despite being trained in Djem So, a form that utilizes two blades for more formidable adversaries like Baylan. This decision is both peculiar and inexplicable, as Ahsoka could have swiftly defeated him and retrieved the starmap.

37 Did Ahsoka Really Encounter Anakin Skywalker In The World Between Worlds?

The enigma of Ahsoka's mystical encounter following her defeat by Baylan lingers. Initially, it appears she traversed into the enigmatic domain known as the World Between Worlds. Within this realm, Anakin Skywalker's ethereal presence endeavored to elevate her above his own teachings. However, Anakin's Force ghost possessed an unsettling darkness, a paradoxical occurrence considering his redemption. Some hypothesize that this occurrence existed solely within Ahsoka's psyche, a profoundly subjective encounter that nevertheless catalyzed personal growth. The concluding moments of Ahsoka's journey, though, suggest the genuineness of her experience as Anakin's Force ghost briefly reemerges. Yet, the presence of the dark side within Anakin, witnessed in the World Between Worlds, remains disquieting.

36 What Was Ahsoka Doing During The Star Wars Original Trilogy?

There have always been enigmatic gaps in Ahsoka Tano's personal timeline, with little effort made by Ahsoka herself to elucidate them. The most pressing question among them all is rather straightforward: what occupied Ahsoka's time during the Star Wars original trilogy? Initially, it appeared that Ahsoka had resolved this quandary by disclosing her involvement in a Mandalorian-centered scheme alongside her Padawan, Sabine Wren. However, Ahsoka's final revelation uncovered that these events transpired towards the culmination of the Galactic Civil War, a year subsequent to the Battle of Endor. Consequently, Ahsoka's endeavors during the original trilogy remain unexplored.

35 Why Does Sabine Blame Ahsoka For The Purge Of Mandalore?

However, the tale of Ahsoka and Sabine remains unfinished. When Baylan enticed Sabine into surrendering the starmap, he skillfully tapped into the Force, delving into her thoughts and manipulating her. Baylan contends that a considerable part of Sabine believes that the Mandalore Purge could have been prevented if only Ahsoka had heeded her advice. Beneath the surface, a truly captivating narrative awaits, one that Star Wars undoubtedly must explore: why does Sabine hold Ahsoka accountable for the Purge, and is her judgment unjust?

34 Why Didn't Ahsoka Meet Luke Skywalker Before The Book Of Boba Fett?

Ahsoka's long-awaited meeting with Luke Skywalker in The Book of Boba Fett felt like a first encounter, leaving him stunned to discover that his father's former Padawan was still alive. However, the enigmatic nature of Ahsoka's timeline adds an extra layer of intrigue to this encounter. Despite Luke becoming a renowned hero of the Rebel Alliance, with his name being recognized to the point where impostors would assume his identity for personal gain, it begs the question: Why did Ahsoka wait so long to finally meet him?

33 Why Did Ahsoka Take So Long Before Going To Arcana?

Ahsoka's position in the Star Wars timeline was officially established in episode 7, but this created significant complications. In The Mandalorian season 2, Ahsoka successfully apprehended Morgan Elsbeth, but it appears that a considerable amount of time elapsed within the story before she went on to retrieve the starmap on Arcana in Ahsoka episode 1. Lucasfilm's intention seems to be to establish a straightforward timeline, where events take place after the previous show and follow a clear narrative progression. However, this situation has presented a challenge. It might be more appropriate to consider the beginning of Ahsoka as occurring simultaneously with The Mandalorian season 3.

32 Was Sabine Partly Able To Unlock The Force Because She's On Peridea?

Ahsoka's Padawan Sabine Wren demonstrated her connection to the Force in the season finale by unleashing her abilities with a powerful Force push on Ezra, showcasing her impressive power. The concept of "unlocking" the Force remains somewhat ambiguous, leaving us wondering what initially suppressed it. However, the most fascinating aspect of this occurrence is that it occurred on Peridea. In Star Wars: The High Republic, we became acquainted with Planet X, a Force convergence where individuals receive an enhanced connection to the Force. It is plausible that Peridea serves a similar purpose, facilitating an easier invocation of the Force.

31 Is Sabine's "Unlocking" The Force The Same As Rey's "Awakening"?

Star Wars has previously showcased older individuals unexpectedly harnessing the Force. Recall how Supreme Leader Snoke in Star Wars: The Force Awakens grew alarmed when he sensed an "awakening." This awakening occurred when Rey received her call to venture into the vast Star Wars universe. It is conceivable that "unlocking" and "awakening" denote the same occurrence, representing an external catalyst that enables older individuals to abruptly tap into the Force. Undoubtedly, these unlockings and awakenings would have troubled the Jedi of the prequel era since these individuals were deemed too old to undergo Jedi training according to the established regulations.

30 How Did Baylan Survive Order 66?

29 How Does Baylan Know Anakin Skywalker Is Darth Vader?

The circumstances surrounding Baylan's survival during Order 66 remain a mystery. The dark Jedi vaguely mentioned witnessing the destruction of everything familiar to him, possibly referring to the Jedi Temple. This implies that Baylan might have been present on Coruscant, potentially even within the Jedi Temple itself, and managed to evade death. If indeed true, this could potentially shed light on how he uncovered yet another hidden secret.

In a remarkable revelation, Baylan managed to uncover the truth about Darth Vader's true identity as Anakin Skywalker. This was no small achievement, considering the fact that this clandestine information remained concealed until many years later, just before the emergence of the Star Wars sequel trilogy. Confronting Ahsoka, Baylan taunted her by asserting that her master's legacy was one marred by death and devastation, thus confirming his undeniable connection between Anakin and Darth Vader. Ahsoka, however, chose not to disclose any indications as to how Baylan had acquired this knowledge.

28 Why Does Baylan Have A Padawan, If He Isn't A Jedi?

27 What Was Baylan's Agenda For Shin?

Baylan has an intriguingly mysterious nature, firmly stating in Ahsoka episode 1 that both he and Shin do not belong to the Jedi order. He is purposely designed to be a distorted reflection of Ahsoka Tano, yet he grapples with the same fundamental question - if he is not a Jedi, then what is he? Adding to the perplexity, Baylan and Shin adhere to specific Jedi customs; for instance, Shin maintains a Padawan braid in her hair. Since Jedi are still considered to be legendary during this period in the Star Wars timeline, it stands to reason that she learned about this tradition from Baylan. The entire situation becomes rather contradictory.

In episode 6 of Ahsoka, Baylan expressed his desire for Shin to excel beyond being just another Bokken Jedi - a term he used to describe Jedi who were trained outside the temple on Coruscant. Instead, he had lofty aspirations for her. However, it becomes perplexing when, in the very next episode, Baylan abruptly abandoned Shin without any regard. It is clear that he never bothered to communicate his vision for her, leaving her stunned and bewildered.

26 How Little Does Shin Know About The Force & The Jedi?

25 Why Are Baylan & Shin's Lightsabers Orange?

Baylan's lack of genuine dedication to training Shin becomes evident. In Ahsoka episode 6, their conversations reveal that Baylan has only shared vague references to Shin's past. It seems that Baylan adheres to a simplistic strategy: the less knowledge his student possesses, the more effective the training. Consequently, Baylan's approach results in Shin becoming one of the most poorly prepared Padawans in the entire Star Wars saga. Thus, it is no surprise that Shin finds themselves evenly matched with a rival who lacks the ability to wield the Force.

Throughout the anticipation for Ahsoka, Lucasfilm generated significant buzz about the captivating orange lightsabers possessed by Baylan and Shin. Surprisingly, the series itself failed to fully explore their significance, leaving the origins of the orange color unexplained. One could not help but notice the unique qualities of these blades - Baylan's being a substantial broadsword and Shin's a swift rapier - yet they remained unaddressed. The most logical inference is that these weapons are fueled by an alternative energy source, distinct from kyber crystals, which inherently bestows extraordinary attributes upon their blades.

24 What Was Baylan's Original Plan When He Joined Morgan Elsbeth?

Baylan, with his own agenda in Ahsoka, is a peculiar case. It is worth noting that this predates his knowledge of Grand Admiral Thrawn's presence on Peridea. The most plausible explanation is that he somehow detected a calling from Peridea, even from a different galaxy, and intuited that Morgan was the individual capable of leading him to the enigmatic power he sensed. With an unusually perceptive connection to the Force, Baylan gains the trust of even Morgan Elsbeth, affirming the feasibility of his abilities.

23 What Is Calling Baylan On Peridea?

Baylan feels a profound connection to the Force on Peridea, sensing a beckoning that compels him to restore harmony to the galaxies. In the Ahsoka finale, the presence of the Mortis gods' statues, revered as embodiments of balance, suggests a possible link to the enigmatic summons he hears. Some speculate that this may involve Abeloth, a malevolent entity born from the dark side in the Star Wars Legends, yet to be acknowledged in the canonical universe.

22 Is Peridea Actually Mortis From Star Wars: The Clone Wars?

21 How Many Galaxies Were Part Of Intergalactic Civilization?

Ahsoka unveiled the planet Peridea to the audience, a distant world located on the outer rim of an alternate galaxy. It is worth noting that Peridea is not the first extragalactic planet introduced in the Star Wars universe. In Star Wars: The Clone Wars, characters like Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Ahsoka herself were transported to an enigmatic Force convergence known as Mortis. Mortis serves as the home to the Mortis gods, powerful cosmic entities that embody the essence of the Force. Mortis has always been shrouded in mystery within the Star Wars lore. Interestingly, Ahsoka's final episode uncovered the existence of statues dedicated to the Mortis gods on Peridea, leading to speculation that these two planets might actually be one and the same, albeit known by different names.

Ahsoka revealed that Peridea was once the center of a vast intergalactic civilization, which included both the Nightsisters and the Zeffo, an ancient race from the main Star Wars galaxy. These individuals with a connection to the Force utilized purrgil, a unique species, for intergalactic travel. Interestingly, Huyang mentioned the existence of multiple galaxies within this civilization, adding to the intrigue. It is hoped that future Star Wars explorations will delve into even more galaxies.