Unveiling the Ultimate Secrets: The Incredible Journey of a Jedi Knight

Summary

Four years ago, the last preview of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker created a frenzy of anticipation worldwide. The trailer captivated audiences with thrilling glimpses of Rey and Kylo Ren engaged in a fierce duel, accompanied by a chilling monologue delivered by Emperor Palpatine.

In The Rise of Skywalker, Rey, who carries on the Jedi mantle, draws inspiration from Luke Skywalker's journey in Return of the Jedi. Just like Luke, she embraces her destiny by facing her fears and bravely confronting Darth Vader and the Emperor.

The final trailer of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker debuted on this day four years ago, coinciding with a Monday Night Football game where the New England Patriots dominated the New York Jets on national television. This trailer, deemed as the last for the Skywalker saga, showcased thrilling new scenes of Rey and Kylo Ren's epic duel on the Death Star II, the impressive Galaxy Fleet, and an ominous monologue delivered by Emperor Palpatine, accompanied by a powerful main theme. At the time, no one could have predicted the unforeseen challenges that would arise in December, making this trailer the pinnacle of universal excitement for the film.

On this day four years ago, The Rise of Skywalker's trailer featured a poignant line from Luke Skywalker: "Confronting fear is the destiny of a Jedi." In hindsight, this statement reflects the precedent set by Return of the Jedi, where Luke achieved true Jedi Knight status by confronting Darth Vader and the Emperor. The upcoming High Republic era is set to embrace this ideology through its Phase III, aptly named "Trials of the Jedi," as our heroes must confront the Nameless and overcome their own fears.

A Jedi Trial Is All About Confronting Fear

In the trailer, Luke's words to Rey are fitting, as she is the one destined to carry on the Jedi legacy. Through his own personal journey, Luke understands that he only became a true Jedi after defeating Darth Vader and the Emperor through selflessness. This makes him the ideal person to pass on this wisdom. Unfortunately, Luke's father, Anakin, never learned this lesson. Despite going through the traditional Jedi trials, Anakin ultimately succumbed to his fears and made a deal with the dark side. In order to truly become a Jedi, one must be willing to let go of everything they fear losing and face the greatest evils in the galaxy. Rey exemplified this in The Rise of Skywalker by resisting Palpatine's temptations and relying on her friends and the Jedi teachings to confront the ultimate villain.