Star Wars Rebels has quickly become one of my favorite installments in the new Star Wars canon. From the classic feel and familiarity of the original trilogy to the new storylines with unfamiliar characters, it has made the start of the rebellion very exciting to watch. One interesting topic of conversation that often comes up with this show is how these characters factor into the larger story, considering that these events could possibly tie directly into the upcoming film Rogue One or beyond.
As Star Wars fans, we love to speculate. I mean, just read the Darth Jar Jar theory. In this case, I think these speculations can lead us to some very interesting places. So, lets get started!
With Rogue One about a year away, I think it is possible that we can see Hera or Sabine mentioned in the film, or actually be in the film. Since they aren't force sensitive, I think it is much easier to have them survive the Rebels series and ultimately be around during that time. With Hera's father a figure in the Clone Wars, also a main character in Paul Kemp's Lords of the Sith, it would be no surprise that she would be right in the thick of things when the Death Star plans are stolen. We have already seen the kind of fearless character that Hera is, especially flying that B-Wing earlier this season on Rebels. As for Sabine, her story can get very interesting with her history. Maybe over the course of the show, something happens that causes her to abandon the rebellion and go it alone for a while. I don't think she would become sympathetic to the Empire, however. But, with her skills, she would be a fantastic addition to Rogue One should they choose to go that route.
This won't be popular, but I think Zeb could see his demise at some point during the series. Freddie Prinze, Jr. made an appearance on Collider Jedi Council where he mentioned that Kanan will experience some hardships this season and that some characters could get "clipped." I'm not insinuating that this will happen this season or next, but it would make for great character development if one of his best friends loses his life at the hands of the Empire, namely agent Kallus.
A beloved Clone Wars character could also become one with the Force as early as the end of this season. Yes, I'm talking about Ahsoka Tano. I think this could happen one of two ways. First, it can be a one-on-one battle between Vader and his former Padawan, something reminiscent of Anakin vs. Obi-Wan from Revenge of the Sith, but I think her initial intention will be to turn him back. Second, she confronts Vader in order to save the crew and by doing that, sacrifices herself. I also see a way in which she can survive. Now, for those of us who watched all 6 seasons of Clone Wars, *spoiler* we know that Ahsoka leaves the Jedi Order after being wrongly convicted of bombing the Jedi Temple. That's why I don't think Ahsoka is a part of the equation when Yoda says, "When gone am I, the last of the Jedi will you be." It is possible that Ahsoka goes into hiding because she views herself as a danger to the Rebels as long as Vader is around, and lives out the rest of her days that way. It's a huge stretch, but it is possible.
Contrary to my belief on Ahsoka possibly surviving, I think there is absolutely no chance that Kanan survives. Some will say that he could survive and die in some way during the original trilogy, and I guess that could happen, but I personally don't buy it. Since he never left the Jedi Order, Kanan is technically still one of the only surviving members of the Order. That is made apparent in the latest Rebels episode in which Ahsoka is talking to Kanan about "Jedi business" and he responds with, "I guess I qualify," followed by Ahsoka replying with, "You qualify more than I do." If the Star Wars story group wants to keep all of these plot points making sense, it would be very odd if they allow Kanan to survive past Return of the Jedi at the very least.
Finally, we have the eventual fate of Ezra. His skills have developed at such a fast pace that I believe he will soon surpass Kanan in that respect. To make the relationship between Kanan and Ezra become a very emotional one, imagine the shocking revelation that Ezra has turned to the dark side. Why do I think this will happen? Two things come to mind. When speaking with Yoda in season 1, he is very adamant about gaining power in the name of protecting the ones he loves. That's very reminiscent of Anakin's reasoning for following Palpatine's teachings. The second being the latest preview of the upcoming Rebels episode in which it shows him attacking the Inquisitors with visceral anger. At some point, Ezra will see that Kanan has nothing left to teach him, thereby being drawn to the dark side in search of new abilities.
I'm probably nowhere close to Dave Filoni's plans for this show, but it's always fun to imagine you're a part of the story group. Anyway, what do you guys think? Am I onto something, or am I just a crazy old man?
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