The Ultimate Ahsoka Episode 1 & 2 Recap with Mind-Blowing Star Wars Revelations

This article contains spoilers for Ahsoka episodes 1 & 2.

Summary

Episodes 1 and 2 of Ahsoka unveil that Grand Admiral Thrawn has been absent for a minimum of nine years. However, the Imperial Remnants have recently stumbled upon a map disclosing his whereabouts.

The narrative takes an intergalactic turn when it is disclosed that Thrawn has been exiled to Peridea, either a different galaxy or a planet within this galaxy. Morgan Elsbeth is determined to retrieve him.

Morgan Elsbeth has constructed a vessel named the Eye of Sion by utilizing hyperdrive cores taken from Super Star Destroyers. Ahsoka, Sabine, and Hera stumble upon the Empire's scheme to revive Thrawn.

In episodes 1 and 2 of Ahsoka, an intense confrontation is established between Ahsoka and the formidable forces amassed by Morgan Elsbeth. The ultimate prize at stake is Grand Admiral Thrawn. Thrawn, the most formidable of the Imperial Grand Admirals, served as Palpatine's chief strategist and military expert. Mysteriously disappearing just prior to the events of the first Star Wars film, Thrawn met his fate in the climactic finale of Star Wars Rebels. It was during this ending that Ezra Bridger, a Jedi Padawan, devised a desperate plan to overcome Thrawn. By summoning a group of purrgil, massive space-faring creatures in the Star Wars universe, Ezra managed to transport Thrawn's flagship into hyperspace. Since then, both Thrawn and Ezra have remained missing.

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For a minimum of nine years (the exact timeline of Ahsoka's place in the Star Wars universe is still subject to debate), Thrawn has been absent. Nevertheless, Imperial Remnants are diligently working towards his resurrection in order to unite them and guide them in their fight against the emerging New Republic. Ahsoka tells the tale of the mission to find Grand Admiral Thrawn, and the courageous individuals striving to hinder his comeback.

7 Grand Admiral Thrawn Is In Another Galaxy

6 Morgan Elsbeth Has Found The Route To Thrawn

Adding to the shocking twists, episodes 1 and 2 of Ahsoka unveil an intriguing revelation for the Star Wars galaxy. Millennia ago, beings from Peridea paid a visit, leaving behind a starmap. This starmap serves as Morgan's guide to navigate towards Peridea. Upon examining the starmap, it is reasonable to speculate that these extragalactic creatures discovered hyperspace through studying the purrgils, subsequently tracing their migration paths across the vastness between galaxies. Now, Lady Morgan aims to follow this same path in reverse.

5 Morgan Elsbeth Has Created A Ship To Reach Thrawn

Lady Morgan has been working on her project for years, utilizing her secret factories on Corellia, Han Solo's homeworld located in the galactic core. With the help of Imperial sympathizers, hyperdrive cores have been discreetly extracted from Super Star Destroyers, which are known for their exceptional power. This undertaking must have been immense considering that, at the time of the Battle of Endor, the Empire possessed only 13 of these Super Star Destroyers. These extracted hyperdrive cores have been assembled into a colossal hyperdrive ring, enabling them to propel Lady Morgan's spacecraft, known as the Eye of Sion, swiftly through the vastness of intergalactic space.

The Eye of Sion's basic design bears resemblance to the hyperdrive rings utilized by the Jedi during the Clone Wars. It also draws inspiration from Outbound Flight, a legendary fleet specifically created to traverse between galaxies. Interestingly, the creator of Outbound Flight is none other than Timothy Zahn, the same writer who introduced the iconic character Grand Admiral Thrawn.

4 Baylan Believes Finding Thrawn Will Give Him "Power"

Morgan Elsbeth has enlisted the aid of a band of mercenaries to assist her in the pursuit of Grand Admiral Thrawn. Interestingly, it is becoming evident that Baylan Skoll, a former Jedi who miraculously survived Order 66, has secretive motives of his own. In episodes 1 and 2 of Ahsoka, Baylan Skoll is intentionally portrayed as a menacing figure akin to Darth Vader, emphasizing his formidable presence. He is convinced that the quest for Thrawn will grant him and his apprentice Shin Hati immense power - and these episodes may have already unveiled the underlying reasons behind this belief.

3 There Seems To Be A Link Between The Nightsisters & Peridea

Morgan harnesses the power of Nightsisters, activating the starmap, which suggests a potential connection between the Nightsisters of Dathomir and Peridea. While the Nightsisters draw their magical abilities from the dark side, their utilization of the Force is fundamentally distinct from that of the Sith. It operates on unique principles and rules, perhaps influenced by their association with Peridea and its unconventional celestial patterns. If this speculation holds true, Baylan seeks to attain an unparalleled mastery over the Force, surpassing even the imagination of Jedi capabilities.

2 Ahsoka, Sabine & Hera Uncover The Empire's Plot

Unfortunately for Morgan Elsbeth, her plans have caught the attention of Ahsoka Tano. It's worth noting that Ahsoka has influential connections in the New Republic. Sabine, with her investigative skills, uncovers connections between an assassin droid and Morgan's factories on Corellia. Sensing the need for immediate action, Ahsoka and Hera decide to explore the shipyard. To their surprise, they stumble upon Imperial loyalists who have been aiding in the transportation of hyperdrive units to Lady Morgan. This clandestine operation is swiftly dismantled by our heroes. Hera successfully manages to attach a tracker to the ship carrying the hyperdrive unit bound for the Eye of Sion.

1 Baylan Foresees A Confrontation With Ahsoka

Baylan anticipates a looming face-off with Ahsoka, evident in pivotal moments portrayed in the Ahsoka trailers. He possesses a distinct affinity to the Force, enabling him to concentrate on individuals and occurrences, and perceive the future entwined with them. It is conceivable that this exceptional perception is what allowed him to survive Order 66; perhaps he foresaw the impending betrayal of the clone troopers and cleverly evaded their assault on the Jedi. With this prescience, he now collaborates with Shin and Marrok to ensnare Ahsoka and her comrades.

The stakes in Star Wars have rarely been higher. Trailers for Ahsoka have hinted at an upcoming darkness that surpasses anything brought forth by Baylan and Lady Morgan. It is now reasonable to assume that this darkness will emerge as Lady Morgan successfully makes her way to Peridea, potentially uncovering Force secrets that pose a greater threat than anything witnessed in the main Star Wars galaxy. Audiences will have to wait a week to discover how Ahsoka and her companions survive the trap and if this foreboding possibility becomes a reality.

New episodes of Ahsoka are released on Disney+ every Tuesday at 6pm PT / 9pm ET.