Warning! This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episode 8.
Summary
Thrawn has established his base on Dathomir, forging an alliance with the formidable Great Mothers and upholding the legacy of the Imperial remnants.
Through the Nightsisters, Thrawn possesses the ability to revive his Night Troopers, granting him a formidable weapon and posing a significant threat in the times to come.
The reunion of Ezra and Hera brings forth new possibilities for the growth of the New Republic and its potential participation in the future of Star Wars.
The conclusion of Ahsoka's storyline in an exciting finale sets the stage for Dave Filoni's upcoming film set in The Mandalorian era. The Star Wars Disney+ TV show has deliberately left several story arcs unresolved, creating opportunities for the audience to witness their completion in the near future of the Star Wars universe.
Confirmed to have Grand Admiral Thrawn as its main villain, the Mandalorian movie directed by Filoni is now setting the stage for the Star Wars heroes of this era. The Ahsoka finale is crucial in establishing what challenges await them. As numerous unanswered questions linger, let's explore nine ways in which the Ahsoka finale lays the groundwork for the upcoming Mandalorian movie.
9 Grand Admiral Thrawn Is Now Based On Dathomir
8 Thrawn's Nightsisters Give Him Zombie Stormtroopers
: Thrawn not only resurrects the Great Mothers in the Star Wars galaxy, but also establishes his stronghold on their native planet, Dathomir. This reinforces the trend of Imperial Remnants dispersing themselves across the galaxy's darkest corners.
The Nightsisters re-animate Thrawn's Night Troopers at his simple command in episode 8, which gives him the possibility to ask them of such a favor again in the future.
7 Ezra Has Reunited With Hera
Ezra's long-awaited rendezvous with Hera not only tugs at the heartstrings of Star Wars Rebels viewers, but also presents a noteworthy turning point for the future of the New Republic within the Star Wars narrative. Particularly significant is the fact that Hera's faith in Bridger's survival has been called into question by the senate, making this reunion even more crucial for the growth of the galactic government.
6 Ahsoka & Sabine Still Need To Get Back Home
With Thrawn's reappearance in the Star Wars universe, Ahsoka and Sabine find themselves marooned on Peridea, devoid of any means to make their way back to their place of origin. In order to contribute towards countering the peril Thrawn presents, they must discover an alternative route back home.
5 The Mortis Gods Are Calling To Baylan Skoll
The truth behind Baylan Skoll's clandestine assignment has finally been unveiled, as the grand conclusion discloses that it is the Mortis gods who have summoned him, specifically the Father. With the entrance of Ahsoka's convor Morai, these deities may hold significant sway over the future of the galaxy.
4 Sabine Has Revealed Her Full Jedi Potential
Finally, Sabine has harnessed the power of the Force in the Ahsoka finale. With no more self-imposed limitations, Sabine can now ascend to her ultimate Jedi capabilities, solidifying her position as the forthcoming Mandalorian Jedi.
3 Intergalactic Travel Has Officially Been Reopened
Because of Thrawn's triumphant return to the Star Wars galaxy, the possibility of intergalactic travel - both to and from another galaxy - has been restored. This revitalization of the intergalactic hyperspace lanes is poised to have a profound impact on the future of the galaxy.
2 Thrawn's Loyalties Are With The Empire - For Now
In the Ahsoka finale, Thrawn openly declares his allegiance to the Empire, echoing the familiar phrase "Long live the Empire" frequently uttered by Moff Gideon in The Mandalorian. This unequivocally demonstrates that Thrawn's loyalty lies with the fallen Empire. However, as Thrawn continues to shape his plans for the galaxy's future, his allegiance might undergo transformations.
1 Ahsoka Hints There's Another Way To Peridea
The Great Mothers were aware of Mother Talzin, indicating that her involvement in Nightsister history was relatively recent. This suggests that their banishment to Peridea might have occurred more recently than initially believed, and it also suggests that there is an alternative method to reach Peridea besides hyperspace rings and purrgil space whales. Stream all episodes of Ahsoka now on Disney+.