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As a dedicated Star Wars fan, I’m thrilled to be part of the journey with Star Wars: Andor, a series that lays the groundwork for both Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and Star Wars: A New Hope. The Empire’s iron grip on the galaxy is stronger than ever, leaving many questioning the validity of rebellion. With time running short, it seems that every storyline in this series is carefully woven to contribute directly to its own narrative. Even Star Wars Rebels, which shares a connection via an episode following the end of Andor ‘s Season 2, Episode 9, “Welcome to the Rebellion,” seems to have been somewhat overshadowed by the intensity and focus of this captivating series.

Examining the plot details of Andor offers hints that lay the groundwork for the Star Wars sequel trilogy. In some cases, this series even provides insights that make the somewhat contentious film series more bearable.

1) Force Healing Is Pretty Common

The Rise of Skywalker” can be quite complex. It reintroduces Emperor Palpatine, takes Rey on a quest for self-discovery about her unusual lineage, and introduces a romantic subplot for Poe Dameron. However, what stands out most in “The Rise of Skywalker’s” tale is the introduction of Force healing, an ability that enables Ben Solo to resurrect Rey when she perishes during the battle against Palpatine.

In the universe of Andor, it’s made clear that Force healers are quite prevalent. The main character, however, isn’t a believer in this practice. Yet, it’s challenging not to suspect the woman on Yavin IV is sensitive to the Force when she refers to Cassian as a “messenger,” subtly hinting at his important mission to deliver the Death Star plans to the appropriate parties.

2) The Resistance Base Already Helped the Rebellion

Similar to the original trilogy, the sequels focus less on delving into the background of their resistance group, the Resistance. Given that key figures like Admiral Ackbar and Leia Organa are already well-known leaders, there’s little necessity to delve deeper into their origins. Instead, the sequels mainly concentrate on their ongoing battle against the First Order.

In the series “Andor“, we witness a diverse portrayal of the Rebellion spanning the galaxy, offering a rare glimpse into the formative years of the Resistance. Notably, the base on D’Qar is depicted in “Andor“, where Saw Gerrera is seen instructing his team on the extraction of rhydonium.

3) General Hux’s Betrayal of the First Order Makes More Sense

In “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”, General Hux is just as wicked as Grand Moff Tarkin and other Imperials from the original series. It’s perplexing when we learn in “The Rise of Skywalker” that he is actually a Resistance spy, secretly providing intel to Poe and his team to aid them in overthrowing the First Order.

Andor assists Hux’s character by illustrating that certain Imperials, such as Deedra Meero, may not fully support the cause but obey orders because they believe it will advance their careers. However, they are prepared to abandon their principles and betray others when things don’t go as planned.

4) The New Republic’s Shortcomings Start to Form During the Rebellion

Although Leia played a crucial role in restoring the Republic following the original trilogy, she finds herself at odds with the government as the sequels begin. Their failure to intervene when the First Order began to grow powerful prompts Leia to establish the Resistance, which ultimately stands as the last line of defense against Kylo Ren and his allies from seizing complete control of the galaxy, following their destruction of the New Republic’s systems.

Over the course of its two seasons, Andor illustrates the challenges that arise when politics are involved in achieving goals. Not even significant Rebel leaders like Mon Mothma and Bail Organa can easily capitalize on opportunities, giving a clear picture of how the Empire could continue to expand unchecked, even under their watchful eyes.

5) It Takes More Than Jedi to Win a War

In “The Force Awakens,” I found Finn to be just as promising as any other character. His bold move of defecting from the First Order and his impressive lightsaber combat skills certainly caught my attention. Yet, in the subsequent films, he was mostly used as a Resistance operative, barely scratching the surface of his Force potential. A deeper exploration of his possible Force sensitivity would have made his character even more captivating.

In a fresh take on traditional Star Wars narratives, Andor shifts the focus from the Force to the ordinary individuals who make significant sacrifices for the greater good. Characters such as Luthen Rael and Cassian may not possess lightsabers or telekinetic powers, but their actions are just as pivotal as those of Luke Skywalker.

Star Wars: Andor and the Star Wars sequel trilogy are streaming on Disney+.

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2025-05-27 21:40