Unveiling the Untold Story: Sabine's Expectations Shattered by Ezra's Lightsaber (Pre-Ahsoka Series)

Summary

Sabine Wren wielded Ezra Bridger's lightsaber and received Jedi training, connecting her to the events of the upcoming Ahsoka show.

In Star Wars Rebels, Sabine utilized her Jedi training and Ezra's lightsaber to engage in combat against Gar Saxon. Through her victory over him, Sabine demonstrates her rejection of the Mandalorian way. The decision to spare Saxon's life and embrace a Jedi methodology symbolizes Sabine's transformation and foreshadows her journey in Ahsoka.

Mandalorian Sabine Wren previously used Ezra Bridger's lightsaber before the events of the upcoming Ahsoka show. She was a member of The Ghost crew and part of the Rebellion's Phoenix Squadron. Throughout the Star Wars Rebels animated series, Sabine spent considerable time with Jedi survivor Kanan Jarrus and his apprentice Ezra. She received training in the ways of the Jedi herself, and her past experience wielding Ezra's lightsaber may have significant ties to the events of Ahsoka.

In the Ahsoka trailers, Sabine is seen using Ezra's lightsaber in live-action, portrayed by Natasha Liu Bordizzo. At the end of Rebels, Sabine was given the lightsaber following Bridger's sacrifice to defeat Grand Admiral Thrawn and send them both to the Unknown Regions. It is possible that Sabine became a Jedi under the guidance of Ahsoka Tano in the aftermath of the animated show. The significance of her wielding the lightsaber in Star Wars Rebels becomes even more important now, considering her newly hinted Jedi status in Ahsoka.

Sabine Fought Gar Saxon With Ezra's Lightsaber In Star Wars Rebels

In Star Wars Rebels season 3, Sabine Wren successfully retrieved the Darksaber from Maul, a legendary weapon known to unite the clans of Mandalore. With the Rebellion's support, she underwent training with Kanan in lightsaber combat, aiming to reconcile with her complicated family history. Sabine dedicated herself to mastering the blade and treated it as an extension of her own body, similar to a Jedi's connection with their lightsaber.

After completing her training, Sabine brought the Darksaber back to Mandalore to reunite with her clan. Nevertheless, Sabine and her family were confronted by Imperial Viceroy Gar Saxon. Determined to reclaim the Darksaber, Sabine engaged in a one-on-one battle with Saxon on a frozen lake, wielding Ezra's lightsaber in addition to her Jedi skills. Through her training under Kanan and her own resolve, Sabine emerged victorious over the treacherous Imperial, securing Mandalore's future.

Sabine Chose To Reject The Mandalorian Way - And Commit To Another

In a pivotal moment, Sabine chose not to follow Saxon's demand for her to kill him, symbolizing her decision to take a different path as a Mandalorian. This scene has gained greater importance in the current Star Wars era compared to when it first aired in 2017. As Sabine makes this choice, the iconic "The Force" theme by John Williams can be heard, emphasizing the significance of her commitment to a Jedi methodology as a Mandalorian Rebel.

This significant moment in Star Wars Rebels is amplified by the epic music cue and Sabine's choice to spare Saxon's life, considering the implications for her future in the Ahsoka storyline. It suggests that Sabine may have become Ahsoka's Jedi apprentice while still using Ezra's lightsaber, the same weapon that marked the beginning of her Jedi journey. Regardless, Sabine's journey with Ezra's lightsaber will continue with the two-episode premiere of Ahsoka on Disney+, set to stream on August 23rd.