The Ultimate Ahsoka Guide: Unveiling the Untold Secrets from the Last 15 Years

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Ahsoka Tano, beloved character in the Star Wars galaxy, has had an incredible journey from her first appearance in The Clone Wars to the upcoming Ahsoka series.

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Ahsoka's ability to harness the Force was discovered when she was young, which ultimately led to her training as a Jedi Knight and being taken to the Jedi Temple by Plo Koon.

During the Clone Wars, Ahsoka became the apprentice of Anakin Skywalker. However, due to being falsely accused of a bombing and not receiving support from the Jedi Council, she made the decision to leave the Jedi Order. Despite surviving Order 66, Ahsoka set out on a quest to track down Grand Admiral Thrawn.

Prior to the upcoming Ahsoka series in Star Wars, the esteemed galactic hero portrayed by Rosario Dawson has had an eventful journey since her initial introduction 15 years ago. Created by George Lucas and Dave Filoni for the animated series The Clone Wars in 2008, Ahsoka Tano has become an adored figure within the Star Wars universe. This admiration stems from her remarkable evolution, transitioning from the Clone Wars era to the aftermath of the original trilogy, known as the New Republic Era.

In the trailers for Ahsoka, viewers catch a glimpse of Rosario Dawson continuing her portrayal of the former Jedi, debuting the character in live-action within The Mandalorian season 2, followed by an appearance in The Book of Boba Fett. In previous animated adaptations such as The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, and Tales of the Jedi, Ahsoka was voiced by actress Ashley Eckstein. With her new show, Ahsoka's journey continues with an exciting arc, promising even more adventures to unfold. Here are 15 key aspects to familiarize oneself with regarding Ahsoka Tano throughout her 15-year presence within the Star Wars canon.

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15 Ahsoka Displayed Her Force Gifts From An Early Age

In Tales of the Jedi season 1, we witness the early discovery of Ahsoka Tano's Force sensitivity on her homeworld of Shili. From a very young age, Ahsoka's remarkable connection with the Force became apparent when she was abducted by a native predator, commonly known as a raxshir. Surprisingly, instead of succumbing to fear, the infant Ahsoka formed a unique bond with the feline creature through the Force, ultimately leading to her safe return home. This extraordinary incident caught the attention of the village elder, who declared that Ahsoka was destined to embark on the path of a Jedi Knight.

14 Ahsoka Was Brought To The Jedi Temple By Plo Koon

Once Ahsoka turned three years old, she was presented to Jedi Master Plo Koon. Impressed by her proficiency in utilizing the Force, Master Plo chose to bring Ahsoka back to Coruscant. This marked the beginning of her journey at the Jedi Temple, where she would receive training. Throughout her time as a Jedi, Ahsoka developed a deep connection with Plo Koon, who remained her guiding mentor.

13 Ahsoka Became Anakin's Padawan During The Clone Wars

When Ahsoka turned 14, Yoda, the Jedi Grandmaster, chose her to be Anakin Skywalker's new apprentice. Initially, Skywalker had reservations and doubts, especially as the Clone Wars began. However, over time, he saw Ahsoka as a kindred spirit and they formed a strong bond as master and apprentice. Amidst the chaos of the Clone Wars, Ahsoka not only received training in the ways of the Force from Skywalker but also took on the role of a commander, leading clone troops.

12 Ahsoka Left The Jedi Order Before The Clone Wars' End

Near the conclusion of the Clone Wars, Ahsoka found herself accused of orchestrating a bombing at the revered Jedi Temple. Despite her pleas of innocence, the Jedi Council dismissed her claims and labeled her a fugitive. However, with the assistance of Anakin, Ahsoka managed to exonerate herself and prove her innocence. Despite the Council's belated apology and offer of full knighthood, Ahsoka made an unexpected decision to sever ties with the Jedi Order. She struggled to reconcile the lack of support she had received from the Council, as well as the compromises made by the Jedi throughout the duration of the Clone Wars. Although Anakin implored her to stay, Ahsoka remained resolute in her determination to abandon her Jedi existence and forge a new and independent path.

11 Ahsoka Returned For The Siege of Mandalore

During the last moments of The Clone Wars, Ahsoka encountered Anakin and Obi-Wan Kenobi once again. She had discovered that Maul, the former Sith Lord, had taken control of Mandalore. Ahsoka enlisted the help of Bo-Katan Kryze and reached out to Kenobi and Skywalker to request their assistance in defeating Maul and his loyal Mandalorians. Unfortunately, Kenobi and Skywalker were unable to offer their support due to the abduction of Chancellor Palpatine. Instead, Skywalker divided the 501st Legion, entrusting Commander Rex with the newly established 332nd Company. Consequently, the Siege of Mandalore coincided with the events depicted in The Revenge of the Sith.

10 Ahsoka Survived Order 66

After the Siege of Mandalore and Maul's capture, Palpatine put Order 66 into effect, labeling all Jedi as Republic traitors. The clones were forced to comply due to their implanted behavioral chips. Rex had been warned about a possible bio-chip conspiracy by previously deceased clones, giving him enough time to warn Ahsoka before they and the 332nd began attacking. Ahsoka used this opportunity to incapacitate Rex, remove his chip, and evade the troops ready to execute her.

Rex and Ahsoka worked together to crash the Venator-class Star Destroyer, which resulted in the deaths of the 332nd Company. Just days before, these troopers had painted their armor to resemble Ahsoka as a tribute to their former commander. Before leaving, Ahsoka buried all the fallen troopers and left her lightsabers behind. She joined forces with Rex as they became fugitives during Palpatine's rise to power and the establishment of his new Empire. Only sensing that something terrible had happened to her master, Ahsoka believed that he, along with numerous other Jedi, had perished during Order 66, unaware of Skywalker's descent to the dark side.

9 Ahsoka Forged Her White-Bladed Lightsabers From An Inquisitor

8 Ahsoka Becomes Fulcrum And Helped Create The Rebellion

Ahsoka, featured in the Star Wars Rebels animated series, assumed the identity of "Fulcrum" and covertly furnished information and missions to different Rebel cells. This pivotal role partnered her closely with Senator Bail Organa during the early stages of the Rebellion before all the cells amalgamated to establish the official Rebel Alliance. In addition, Ahsoka collaborated with Kanan Jarrus, a Jedi survivor, and his apprentice Ezra Bridger, providing assistance whenever possible. Furthermore, she served as a crucial ally and friend to the entire crew of The Ghost, also known as the Spectres.

7 Ahsoka Dueled Darth Vader On Malachor

Joining Kanan and Ezra on their journey to the Sith world of Malachor in order to locate a holocron, the three valiant protagonists found themselves confronted by a formidable trio of Imperial Inquisitors. To intensify matters, they unexpectedly crossed paths with Maul himself, harboring no fondness for the Empire governed by his former master. Amidst a series of riveting duels, none held as much gravity as Ahsoka's encounter with Darth Vader within the confines of Malachor's Sith temple. In the midst of their clash, Ahsoka managed to inflict damage upon Vader's helmet, thereby validating her worst fears as she caught a glimpse of her once-beloved master's visage. Determined not to abandon him to the clutches of darkness yet again, despite Vader's ominous vow of her demise, Ahsoka and Darth Vader relentlessly dueled amidst the crumbling temple.

6 Ahsoka Experienced The World Between Worlds

In the concluding episodes of Star Wars Rebels, Ezra Bridger discovered a powerful Force phenomenon called the World Between Worlds. This extraordinary realm allowed him to hear voices from various points in the Star Wars saga. Among these voices, he was irresistibly drawn to a pivotal moment from his own history: Ahsoka's intense duel with Darth Vader on the planet Malachor. By entering the mystical portal, Ezra successfully rescued Ahsoka, preventing her from meeting her untimely demise. Moreover, this heroic act enabled him to seal off the World Between Worlds from being exploited by the nefarious Palpatine, who had sought to harness its immense power. Simultaneously, Ahsoka was seamlessly transported back to her original timeline, her survival following the confrontation with her corrupted former master now made comprehensible.

5 Ahsoka Took Sabine Wren As Her Padawan

In the aftermath of Star Wars Rebels, it has been confirmed in the trailers for the upcoming Ahsoka show that Tano has chosen Sabine Wren, one of the Spectres, to be her apprentice. With Ezra's lightsaber now in her possession, it appears that Sabine has decided to follow the path of the Jedi. However, the trailers have also revealed that Ahsoka ultimately abandoned Sabine's training for reasons that remain unknown.

4 Ahsoka Began Hunting For Grand Admiral Thrawn

In The Mandalorian season 2, Ahsoka made her live-action debut and revealed her pursuit of Grand Admiral Thrawn. Thrawn, a formidable leader of the Imperial forces, vanished into the Unknown Regions after his defeat by Ezra, who also went missing. The galaxy is at great risk due to Thrawn's presence, so Ahsoka embarked on a quest for answers, hoping to locate both Thrawn and Bridger. The trailers for Ahsoka have confirmed that she began hearing "whispers of Thrawn's return as Heir to the Empire".

3 Ahsoka Refused To Train Grogu

2 Ahsoka Met Luke Skywalker On Ossus

Despite their assistance in helping Ahsoka locate and interrogate Thrawn's agent Morgan Elsbeth, Din Djarin and the child, Grogu, faced disappointment as Ahsoka declined to train the young Force-sensitive despite the Mandalorian's mission to reunite the child with the Jedi. Ahsoka, no longer identifying herself as a Jedi, recognized the strong bond between Grogu and Djarin, understanding the internal struggle that the child faced. Nevertheless, she guided Djarin and Grogu towards the path of reconnecting with Luke Skywalker, who had initiated plans to revitalize the Jedi Order.

In The Book of Boba Fett, it was unveiled that Ahsoka and Luke Skywalker had an initial encounter off-screen. They reunited on the Jedi planet of Ossus, where Luke had initiated the construction of his new Jedi Temple. Ahsoka and Luke's son spent a brief time together observing Grogu's training. However, Ahsoka hastily departed, presumably to resume her mission of locating Thrawn.

1 Ahsoka And Sabine Reunite As Master And Apprentice

Ahsoka is now ready to pursue the mission of locating and overcoming Thrawn, which was originally undertaken by the former Jedi. Additionally, there is anticipation that Ahsoka and Sabine will reunite to further develop Wren's skills, allowing them to effectively combat the impending dangers as master and apprentice in the upcoming Star Wars series. The first and second episodes of Ahsoka will be available for streaming on Disney+ starting Tuesday, August 22.