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‘Ahsoka’ introduces kids to Paganism in Star Wars.

Warning: spoilers ahead!

Star⁣ Wars has always​ relied⁢ on ‌mythical archetypes, but the newest television series‍ takes a dive into occult and pagan ⁢realms. Instead of delivering ‍an ⁤engaging story, “Star Wars: Ahsoka” focuses its ‌energy on a female-centric cast and the‍ animated characters from “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” and⁤ “Star Wars:‌ Rebels” who have now come to life. It’s self-indulgent and frankly, quite boring.

However, things‌ take a turn and get weird in episode six when the character Morgan Elsbeth encounters ‌a trio of ⁢bona⁤ fide witches known⁤ as the⁤ Great Mothers. These ‌witches are named after the Greek fates and possess a unique ⁤form of the Force called majik.

If you’re not familiar with ‌the extensive Star Wars lore or​ haven’t watched all the seasons of “The Clone Wars” and “Rebels,” the introduction of pagan elements might catch you off guard. ‍The Force, as described by Obi-Wan ‍in “A New Hope,” has always ⁢had an Eastern and Buddhist influence, with its emphasis on an energy field connecting all living things. However, the extended canon ​of Star‌ Wars has allowed storytellers to expand on this foundation.

The Old ‍Force‌ and ​the New⁤ Majik

According ⁤to Wookiepedia, these witches in the Star Wars universe tap into an “aspect”​ of the Force through ancient rituals, talismans, and‌ voodoo dolls. They derive their⁣ power from ⁤living sacrifices and certain planets ​with ​malevolent energy. Their rituals, as depicted in “The Clone⁤ Wars,” are genuinely‍ creepy, ⁤regardless of your age. Their majik grants them abilities such as resurrecting the​ dead as zombies,⁣ inflicting ‌pain from a distance, creating invisibility potions,​ teleportation, and ⁤transforming ordinary creatures into monsters.

If all of this sounds like standard pagan ⁢fare,‌ that’s because it is. Their witchcraft instills‍ fear in both Jedi and Sith. ⁢While their presence in the⁣ Star ‍Wars universe‌ is not new, ​seeing these terrifying figures in live ‍action ⁢brings a whole new level of intensity.

In “Ahsoka,” these witches don matching red ⁤robes with gray face⁤ paint. When a Great Mother ​speaks, ‌her voice ‌is ⁣accompanied by a⁣ chorus of others. They form an unholy‍ trinity, drawing triangles in the air​ among themselves. When the ‌secret ⁣map to their location is unlocked, the galaxy is⁣ overlaid with a⁣ triquetra, a traditional Trinitarian symbol.

A Children’s Show?

All this ⁣witchcraft and paganism seems especially bizarre considering the rest of ‍the show feels like it’s​ geared towards kids. The⁣ slow-moving plot revolves around two angsty​ teen apprentices, Sabine Wren and‌ Sith apprentice​ Shin⁤ Hati. Sabine has a tense, almost mother-daughter relationship with her master Ahsoka Tano, sporting rebellious‌ purple and orange hair. Shin ⁢Hati, ‌on ⁣the other hand,‍ rocks bleach-blonde hair and‌ thick black ⁤eyeliner,⁣ embodying the emo aesthetic. Their masters, Baylen Skoll and Ahsoka Tano, respectively, display patience and care despite⁢ the challenges posed by⁣ their apprentices.

General Syndulla,⁣ a ⁢widow‌ and working mom, ⁢also plays a role in the story as she ⁣balances caring for her young⁤ son with investigating the Imperial remnants. However,‍ the tenderness displayed by‌ these characters feels out of place⁢ when they finally confront the Imperial Grand Admiral Thrawn and the Nightsisters.

After five⁢ episodes of emotional turmoil and familial⁣ conflicts, the ​sudden appearance ​of frightening witches, a ruthless Thrawn, and a chanting army of spooky stormtroopers feels jarring. And thus, the​ unnatural majik ⁤begins in earnest.

Satanic⁤ Distortions of Baptism and Resurrection

One of the mercenaries ⁤accompanying Skoll and Noti, named Marrok, meets a gruesome fate when ⁤Ahsoka slashes him with her lightsaber, causing his body to dissolve into green mist (a common‍ manifestation⁢ of Nightsister majik). The ⁢stormtroopers⁢ serving under Grand Admiral ‍Thrawn⁤ wear red ribbons around their armor, matching the color of the‍ Nightsisters’ robes, and are referred to⁣ as “Night Troopers.”

These Night Troopers, led by ⁤Captain Enoch,⁤ share a name⁤ with the​ Biblical figure who did not experience death. In the ‌finale, when a squad of⁢ troops is‍ slain, ⁤the‌ Great Mothers begin chanting​ in an unknown language. Green mist enters the⁣ fallen‍ troopers,⁢ reanimating them to continue fighting. For the first time in‍ live action, we witness zombie stormtroopers.

In the same ‍finale, Morgan Elsbeth receives the gift of ​shadows from the Great Mothers. She undergoes ‍a ritual that ​echoes a baptismal‍ ceremony, pledging herself to the ‍sisterhood, the majiks, and the old ways. The ritual involves a laying on of​ hands, causing Morgan’s eyes and head to glow, followed by‌ a transformation in her appearance. The witches then conjure the blade⁣ of ⁤Talzin out of thin air.

Expect ⁣More Paganism

The season concludes⁤ with Morgan’s demise, but the Great Mothers and ​Thrawn are freed from exile. Skoll discovers giant statues representing ⁢the gods of Mortis, a ⁤trio of warring god-like beings from “The Clone Wars.”

All⁣ these villains remain at large by the end of‌ the season. Given the⁢ timeline of upcoming Star Wars shows, including “The‍ Mandalorian,” “Ahsoka,” “The Book of ‍Boba Fett,” and ⁢an upcoming⁤ movie that combines them all, it’s safe to say ⁤that paganism will continue to play a significant​ role in the Star‌ Wars universe.


How does ‌the scene in which​ Elsbeth offers up his life ​force to the witches⁢ bear similarities to the concept of baptism⁢ and resurrection in Christian theology?

Nied by Elsbeth⁣ attempts to escape death by offering‍ up his life ‍force to the witches. Instead of dying, he ⁤is transformed ⁣into a zombie-like creature, stripped of​ his‍ identity ​and free will. This scene bears striking similarities to the concept of ⁣baptism and resurrection in ‌Christian theology, but with‍ a twisted and demonic twist.

Throughout the series, the witches‍ engage in dark rituals that involve‍ human sacrifice and blood ⁤magic. These practices⁣ are heavily reminiscent of occult practices and⁤ are certainly​ not‍ suitable for a children’s show. The messages and themes presented⁣ in “Star Wars: Ahsoka”⁣ are far from ⁢the light-hearted ‍adventures and moral lessons that fans have​ come to expect from⁢ the franchise.

Furthermore, it’s concerning that the show seems to put a greater emphasis on female characters and their⁤ stories at ‍the expense of a well-rounded narrative.⁤ While representation and diversity are important, it⁣ should not come at the expense ‌of ⁢a‍ coherent and engaging storyline.

Conclusion

“Star Wars: Ahsoka” ventures into uncharted territory with its‍ exploration of occult, pagan, and dark mystical elements. While it’s understandable that⁤ storytellers⁤ would want to expand the Star​ Wars universe, it’s important to question the appropriateness‌ of these ‌themes in a children’s show. The introduction of⁣ witches, blood magic, and ‌human sacrifice is undoubtedly unsettling and raises concerns ⁢about the direction the franchise is taking.

Ultimately, “Star Wars: Ahsoka” fails to deliver an engaging and⁣ coherent ⁢story, focusing instead on shock value ​and ⁣self-indulgence. The⁣ importance of maintaining ⁣the core values and themes of the Star Wars⁤ franchise should not⁣ be forgotten in the pursuit of⁣ novelty ‍and experimentation.



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