The Unforgettable Resurrection: Ahsoka Tano's Enduring Legacy Continues to Astound
Ahsoka Tano's Resilience Shines Through Her Many Near-Deaths, Highlighting Her Indispensable Role in the Star Wars Universe
Summary
Ahsoka Tano has died twice in Star Wars, but was resurrected both times thanks to the power of the Force and the influence of the Daughter.
In Star Wars Rebels, Ahsoka confronted Darth Vader, her previous master, and seemingly perished, only to be rescued by Ezra Bridger through the World Between Worlds.
The fate of Ahsoka remains uncertain in the sequels, but indications imply that she might have transcended to a different realm of existence, enabling her to surpass the occurrences of The Mandalorian era.
Ahsoka Tano, originally voiced by Ashley Eckstein and now portrayed in live-action by Rosario Dawson, is the previous apprentice of Anakin Skywalker in the Star Wars saga. Surprisingly, Ahsoka has faced death on two occasions within the franchise, with a possible third death suggested. A headstrong Togruta, Ahsoka made her debut in Star Wars: The Clone Wars and underwent significant character development throughout the show's seven seasons. She transitioned from an inexperienced Padawan to a self-reliant and formidable leader, displaying a strong belief in her skills and values. Nevertheless, Ahsoka frequently found herself in perilous situations.
Under the guidance of Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ahsoka acquired invaluable knowledge, yet the trio often encountered challenging circumstances that demanded their ingenuity to survive. Notably, Ahsoka suffered two instances of apparent death, with Anakin directly involved in both incidents, and even responsible for one of them. Despite this, Anakin's former apprentice managed to outlive him and has now returned during The Mandalorian era, taking center stage in her own live-action Disney+ television series called Ahsoka. Below, we explore how Ahsoka narrowly evaded death twice and unravel the subtle suggestions about her ultimate destiny in the Star Wars universe.
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Ahsoka Tano Died In The Clone Wars On Mortis
In Star Wars: The Clone Wars season 3, episodes 15-18, the Jedi stumble upon a mysterious planet brimming with the Force. This convergence symbolically embodies the very essence of the Force, presenting itself through the Daughter and the Son as the light and dark sides, while a Father exists to maintain balance. The demise of the Daughter foreshadows dark times on the horizon for the entire galaxy. Throughout this storyline, Anakin and Ahsoka both succumb momentarily to the allure of the dark side.
Ahsoka Died At Darth Vader's Blade, But Was Saved By Ezra Bridger
Ahsoka's demise was brought upon by the Son, who deemed her no longer useful, and he also inflicted a fatal blow on his sister. However, the Daughter employed the power of Force Heal to transmit her life essence through Anakin to revive Ahsoka. This was an unprecedented event in the Star Wars universe, showcasing the incredible might of the Daughter. Season 3, episode 16 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars skillfully utilized this resurrection to emphasize Ahsoka's significance to both Anakin and Obi-Wan. The miraculous return of Ahsoka not only brought joy to their hearts but also bestowed upon her a profound connection to the very essence of the Force. As a result, she has since become linked to Morai, a mystical owl associated with the Daughter.
In the season 2 finale of Star Wars Rebels, Ahsoka Tano met her demise for the second time. Confronting her former master, Anakin Skywalker, Ahsoka discovered his transformation into Darth Vader. The intense duel that unfolded between Ahsoka and Darth Vader was fierce, leading to a moment when Ahsoka broke open the Sith Lord's helmet. However, despite her efforts, Vader maintained the upper hand. The outcome of the duel was left unresolved in "Twilight of the Apprentice," but it strongly suggested that Ahsoka perished, bravely sacrificing herself to ensure the escape of Kanan Jarrus and Ezra Bridger.
In Star Wars Rebels season 4, episode 13, everything took a twist when Ezra arrived in a mysterious realm known as the World Between Worlds. This enigmatic place holds control over the very fabric of time, allowing Ezra to witness and hear various moments from Star Wars history, even those that had not yet occurred. In this realm, Ezra was unexpectedly joined by Morai, an owl-like creature, who guided him towards a portal revealing the climax of Ahsoka's duel with Darth Vader. With Vader poised to strike Ahsoka down, Ezra reached out through the portal and successfully rescued her from harm, altering the course of events.
There is now an ongoing debate surrounding whether Ezra's actions in the World Between Worlds truly changed history or if Ahsoka's survival was always meant to be. However, it is crucial to acknowledge that Ahsoka's continued existence remains intertwined with both another realm within the Force and the mystical owl, Morai. Furthermore, the potential return of the World Between Worlds in the upcoming Ahsoka Disney+ TV show implies that Ahsoka has become intricately linked to these cosmic forces in some manner.
The Rise Of Skywalker Hinted Ahsoka May Be Dead By The Sequels
In the final scene of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, which takes place two decades after The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, Rey confronts her grandfather, Emperor Palpatine. She receives support from her predecessors, as the voices of past Jedi reach out to encourage her. Many familiar voices make vocal cameos, including Hayden Christensen as Anakin Skywalker and Liam Neeson as Qui-Gon Jinn. Ashley Eckstein also reprises her role as Ahsoka, lending her voice to the moment.
The appearance of Ahsoka's voice cameo in The Rise of Skywalker has led some to speculate that she died between the events of Star Wars Rebels and the beginning of the sequel trilogy. However, Rae Carson's novelization suggests that some of these Jedi are somehow still connected to the living world. Ahsoka's showrunner, Dave Filoni, has refrained from confirming her death and instead hinted at other ways she could continue to influence the living. It is possible that Ahsoka, due to her connection to the World Between Worlds and the Daughter, has transcended to another realm. This would mean that Ahsoka could potentially extend beyond the era of The Mandalorian.
There is no confirmation of Ahsoka Tano's survival, but there is hope. Her vocal appearance in The Rise of Skywalker suggested she had died, but she has cheated death before. Ahsoka may provide some context or hints about her final fate. Even if she doesn't, there is a 20-year gap between Ahsoka and The Force Awakens, which leaves room for more stories. While death is a possibility, Star Wars offers alternative options for survival. If Ahsoka does survive, it would solidify her importance to the franchise and set up her future. New episodes of Ahsoka are released on Disney+ on Tuesdays at 6pm PT / 9pm ET.
