At the Star Wars Celebration event in 2025, Rosario Dawson, who plays Ahsoka Tano, announced a significant change or adjustment in the Star Wars universe that will take place during season 2 of Ahsoka. I’m excited about this news! With very few Star Wars shows currently on the horizon, Ahsoka season 2 has been generating quite a buzz. At present, we don’t have much information about the storyline for the show, but there were several hints dropped at Star Wars Celebration 2025 regarding it.
As a die-hard Star Wars fan, the moment I heard the news about Hayden Christensen reprising his role as Anakin Skywalker in season 2 of Ahsoka, my heart skipped a beat. This announcement was long anticipated by many! Alongside Christensen, some surprising characters are set to make an appearance in season 2, including Zeb Orrelios from Star Wars Rebels and the iconic Admiral Ackbar. Yet, the plot twist Rosario Dawson revealed for Ahsoka season 2 took everyone by surprise – a storyline completely unrelated to these characters!
“Thrawn Goes Big”: Rosario Dawson Confirms The Scale Of Ahsoka Season 2
This Is A Major Peek Into What Is Coming In Ahsoka Season 2
At the Star Wars Celebration 2025, I had the pleasure of being part of an enlightening panel where Rosario Dawson, our beloved Ahsoka actress, shed some light on a significant plot twist in Ahsoka season 2. In a post by sw_holocron on X, she revealed:
This revelation strongly suggests that Grand Admiral Thrawn will play a significant role in season 2 of Ahsoka, while simultaneously resolving a lingering question from season 1.
After the finale of Ahsoka season 1, when Thrawn re-emerged in the main Star Wars galaxy with plans to unite the Imperial remnants and potentially rebuild the Empire, many fans questioned just how dangerous Thrawn could be. This was largely because there were no references to Thrawn or large-scale battles during this era in the sequel trilogy. However, it appears that a substantial war did occur during this time, introducing an exciting (and essential) retcon to the storyline.
Star Wars Has Officially Retconned The New Republic’s History
Star Wars Needed A Retcon To Fix This Problem
Apart from any hint of a large-scale conflict after the Empire’s fall not being depicted in the sequel trilogy, it’s important to note that Star Wars has indeed confirmed a peaceful interval between Return of the Jedi and Star Wars: The Force Awakens. More specifically, Claudia Gray’s novel, Star Wars: Bloodline, set during this era of the Star Wars timeline and centered around Leia’s story, portrays the New Republic Era as an era of galactic tranquility. This peaceful portrayal contrasts sharply with the idea that Thrawn instigated a major war.
Star Wars TV shows like “The Mandalorian” and “Ahsoka” have subtly challenged the notion that the Empire ceased to exist completely. For instance, characters such as Moff Gideon in “The Mandalorian” and hints at Imperial sympathizers in “Ahsoka’s” first season suggest that some individuals remained loyal to the fallen Empire. Furthermore, these shows imply a fracture in trust and unity among the leaders of the New Republic, suggesting a complex and nuanced post-Empire era.
In contrast to what Dawson described, these issues in The Mandalorian and Ahsoka’s first season are relatively minor conflicts compared to the full-blown war she mentioned. While they might be significant, they are not on the scale of an all-out war as Dawson has depicted, implying that Thrawn’s actions will extend far beyond a simple skirmish involving characters like Ezra Bridger and Hera Syndulla. Consequently, it appears that the notion of the New Republic era as a time of peace may not be entirely accurate.
This May Be A Retcon… But It’s A Great One
Star Wars Simply Had No Other (Realistic) Option
In the realm of Star Wars, retcons have traditionally elicited a range of responses among fans, with reactions varying based on the specific characters, films, and stories involved. Since the sequel trilogy was generally met with disfavor, it’s unlikely this retcon will stir up the same amount of controversy (but remember, anything can happen in Star Wars!). However, whether it causes a fuss or not, this retcon was crucial.
In simple terms, Ahsoka’s season 1 set up Grand Admiral Thrawn as a major menace that could potentially ignite a significant conflict in the Star Wars galaxy. Leaving him out of future events without causing such a conflict would seem illogical. Given Thrawn’s popularity among fans and his status as a notable adversary, excluding him from the main story could lead to fan backlash. Fortunately, it appears that Ahsoka’s season 2 will be giving Thrawn the attention he deserves.
Reflecting on it, Star Wars found itself compelled to introduce this transformation, not just for the enhancement of Thrawn’s character, but also to maintain narrative coherence across the broader storyline. From a galactic perspective, the sudden collapse of the Empire in the timeframe between Return of the Jedi and The Force Awakens seemed implausible. After all, not every Imperial would have been prepared to forsake their cause so swiftly.
While this change may be considered a retcon, I wholeheartedly believe that Ahsoka’s season 2 is taking the appropriate path. It’s a strategic move that promises to breathe new life into the Star Wars universe, keeping us, the fans, eagerly awaiting each new chapter.
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2025-04-21 17:08