The Untold Destiny of Ezra Bridger Post Star Wars Rebels
Unravel the mystery surrounding Ezra Bridger after Star Wars Rebels as fans eagerly await his return Discover the fate of the hero and Jedi Padawan, and the intriguing promise made by Ahsoka to reunite with him in Ahsoka
Summary
The mystery of what happened to Ezra Bridger is a major plotline that comes from Star Wars Rebels and continues in the upcoming Ahsoka show.
Ezra Bridger, a notable character in Star Wars Rebels, undergoes a transformation from a young survivor in Lothal to a Jedi Padawan who becomes instrumental in aiding the Rebel Alliance on multiple occasions.
Determined to locate Ezra Bridger and Grand Admiral Thrawn, Ahsoka Tano embarks on a quest that will be explored in the upcoming Ahsoka series.
The narrative of Ahsoka is centered around the mystery surrounding Ezra Bridger's disappearance, highlighting the significance of Star Wars Rebels within the Star Wars universe. Recent Star Wars properties have delved even deeper into the interconnectedness of the saga, with animated characters transitioning to live-action in The Mandalorian and The Book of Boba Fett. This trend continues with the introduction of Star Wars Rebels in Ahsoka.
Eman Esfandi has been cast as Ezra Bridger in the upcoming Ahsoka series, although the exact extent of Ezra's involvement remains unknown. Taylor Gray originally voiced Ezra in Star Wars Rebels, which premiered in 2013 as Disney's first venture into the Star Wars franchise. From his appearance in The Mandalorian Season 2 to his role in Ahsoka, the search for Ezra Bridger has become one of the most crucial storylines in the Star Wars universe. Here is a breakdown of Ezra Bridger's character, his storyline in Star Wars Rebels, and his connection to Ahsoka Tano and Grand Admiral Thrawn.
Ezra Bridger Is The Hero - And Jedi Padawan - Of Star Wars Rebels
Ezra Bridger, the protagonist of Star Wars Rebels, undergoes a transformation from orphaned survivalist in Lothal to a Jedi Padawan who plays a crucial role in safeguarding the galaxy. Unlike its predecessor, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, which focused on well-known characters from the movie franchise, Rebels introduces a new cast of original characters, including Ezra Bridger. Initially depicted as an ordinary but gifted young individual resorting to theft from the Empire for personal gain, Ezra eventually encounters a group of apparent outlaws who are later revealed to be rebels.
In contrast to Ezra's motives, these rebels steal from the Empire not only to profit but also to aid those in need. Kanan Jarrus, Hera Syndula, Sabine Wren, Zeb Orrelios, and Chopper form an established crew who are content with their existing dynamic, yet they embrace Ezra as a part of their family. His compassionate nature, willingness to assist others, and survival skills make him an ideal addition to the Ghost's crew. However, Ezra possesses a greater significance than he initially comprehends. Kanan Jarrus, a surviving Jedi of Order 66, discovers Ezra's Force-sensitive abilities.
Ezra Bridger's Force Powers Explained
Star Wars Rebels chronicled Ezra Bridger's journey through four seasons as he explored his burgeoning powers and underwent training in the ancient ways of the Force. Being a Jedi Padawan during Order 66, Kanan was not adequately prepared to mentor an apprentice. Yet, against the odds, Kanan proved to be an exceptional teacher for Ezra Bridger, who swiftly grew in strength and proficiency, ultimately becoming an invaluable asset to the Rebellion. By the series' conclusion, Ezra had matured both in wisdom and power, assuming the role of a leader for the rebels. Alas, the fate of Ezra's character took an unexpected turn during the climactic moments of Star Wars Rebels, leaving his destiny shrouded in mystery throughout and beyond the events of the original trilogy.
Ezra Bridger, the protagonist in Star Wars, follows the footsteps of classic heroes like Luke Skywalker and Anakin Skywalker. Unaware of his extraordinary abilities, Ezra, like other Force-sensitive characters, possesses natural survival instincts that helped him navigate life as an orphan oppressed by the Empire on Lothal. It was only when he encountered Kanan that Ezra began to comprehend his powers and embarked on his journey to become a Jedi. Remarkably, Ezra's training advanced rapidly, and within a year, he was proficient enough to combat Inquisitors with a lightsaber.
Ezra Bridger possessed a distinct talent in bonding with animals as part of his Force powers. While all Jedi undergo training to establish connections with all living beings, Ezra possessed an innate ability to form strong bonds with other creatures. Initially facing challenges in connecting with the local animals on Lothal, Ezra eventually harnessed the power of the Force to communicate with and even manipulate animals. One notable instance involved Ezra delving into the dark side to control a massive Fyrnocks creature. Another significant occurrence took place during the culmination of Star Wars Rebels, when Ezra summoned the assistance of the iconic "space whales" from the Star Wars universe.
How Ezra Defeated Grand Admiral Thrawn In Star Wars Rebels' Finale
In the grand finale of the Rebels series, Ezra Bridger emerged victorious over the formidable Grand Admiral Thrawn, marking a full circle for the show and cementing Ezra as one of the most significant heroes in the Star Wars universe. Despite lacking Force sensitivity, Thrawn proved himself to be an exceptionally treacherous adversary, surpassing even the likes of Darth Vader and Darth Maul whom Ezra and the Phoenix Squad encountered. Thrawn posed a grave threat not only to the Ghost crew but also to the entire Rebel Alliance, and his malicious actions came dangerously close to annihilating Ezra's home planet of Lothal.
With enough power to decimate a majority of Lothal's population and serve as a deterrent to other planets, Grand Admiral Thrawn came perilously close to emerging victorious in the final battle of Rebels. Nevertheless, it was Ezra Bridger's selfless act of sacrificing himself to thwart the Empire that ultimately led to Thrawn's defeat. Engaging in a fierce confrontation with the Grand Admiral, Ezra summoned a herd of Purrgil, colossal space-dwelling creatures capable of navigating through hyperspace. These magnificent beings seized the vessel carrying Ezra and Thrawn, vanishing into hyperspace without leaving any trace behind. The sudden disappearance of Grand Admiral Thrawn rendered him a conspicuous missing figure, underscoring Ezra's sacrifice as a momentous triumph for the rebel forces.
Ahsoka Swore To Find Ezra Bridger Again
The whereabouts of Ezra Bridger after the conclusion of Star Wars Rebels remain unknown. It is only certain that Ezra and Thrawn were together on the same ship when the Purrgil entered hyperspace. Consequently, locating Grand Admiral Thrawn is crucial for discovering the location of Ezra Bridger, and vice versa. However, it should be noted that The Mandalorian and the Ahsoka show take place almost a decade after the events of Star Wars Rebels. Therefore, Ezra and Thrawn have been missing for ten years at this point in the narrative and could be in completely different locations.
Ahsoka's search for Thrawn and Ezra can be traced back to her promise to the Jedi of Lothal in Star Wars Rebels season 4. After using the World Between Worlds, Ezra brought Ahsoka back to her original timeline and she promised him that she would find him when she returned. However, Ahsoka only appeared in the epilogue of Rebels, four years after Ezra's disappearance. The series ends with Ahsoka and Sabine reuniting to search for Ezra, a storyline that will be continued in the Ahsoka series.
In The Mandalorian season 2, Ahsoka is still looking for Thrawn, indicating that she has not yet found Ezra Bridger. The trailers for Ahsoka suggest that the show will feature scenes both before and after the Rebels epilogue, as evidenced by the different hairstyles of Sabine Wren. Sabine and Ezra had a close relationship in Rebels, with Sabine even possessing Ezra's lightsaber. This is why the Mandalorian rebel is also involved in the search for Ezra Bridger. After more than five years since the end of Star Wars Rebels, the fate of Ezra Bridger may finally be revealed in the Ahsoka series.
Episodes 1 and 2 of Ahsoka release Wednesday, August 23 on Disney+.
