Ahsoka 1x08 "Part Eight: The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord" Reaction

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[@kcha237]

I think Ahsoka seeing both Morai and Anakin at the end is very reassuring -- she's meant to be there, and this is where the next phase of her journey is supposed to take place.

[@Pinkielover]

w hos Morag .lol sounds like lord, of the rings

[@12undeadleader]

@@Pinkielover Morai is the representation of the Sister who sacrificed her life to resurrect Ahsoka in the Mortis arc back in the Clone Wars series.

[@maverickproductions3818]

So beautifully put. Couldn’t have said it any better myself. Can’t wait for where Ahsoka’s journey goes next!

[@Pinkielover]

@@12undeadleader actually you're wrong . she is literally the Mortis daughter... she's not a representation.. she even says so herself during that one episode of rebels (I am the daughter) as she lands on ahsoka's arm ... if you notice his comment is edited which means he corrected the spelling I was just pointing out that he misspelled it.. did sound like a lord of the rings name...

[@Pinkielover]

@@maverickproductions3818 even though the comment is wrong..Morai is not a representation.. she is literally the mortis daughter.. read my other comment explains it better

[@boomataco]

I remember when you first started Rebels. I can't believe we've already finished rebels and ahsoka

[@Jim_The_Fish]

Ahsoka season 1… but yeah. It’s been a journey.

[@danielsieber4809]

Bad Batch...Bad Batch...Bad Batch! 😊

[@jamesbellefeuille2926]

Good news for you. Jess started the Bad Batch on Patreon, so it should arrive on KZbin in a week or two.

[@Quixotic1018]

You know Hera was wondering why Chop wasn't setting that stormtrooper on fire.

[@jamesbellefeuille2926]

Or dismembering, electrocuting or pushing through an airlock into the vacuum of space. 😈

[@stevenmcmullan409]

"Chopper's gonna chop!"

[@firecat4529]

2:33 That blade might be the same one which Mother Talzin fought against Mace Windu with.

[@Eva_H]

It’s the same blade Never liked the arc from S6 but it was still cool that Barbara Goodson came back

[@jamesmayes4351]

I love the call back to Kannan and Ezra using the jump and pull method of getting places from Rebels. Love the reactions as always Jess.

[@johnmiller7682]

One of my favorite things about this series and the Obi-Wan series is the redemption of Hayden Christensen. That poor guy got so much hatred after the prequel’s.

[@jackson857]

He's never once complained about it either. He's such a nice guy.

[@stevenmcmullan409]

Well now that you're at the end of this journey, you're finally on the same boat as the rest of us-- the anticipation boat. And it's going to be a long cruise. Ahsoka season 2 is going to happen, but it's currently only in the "development" stage, meaning we have a long wait ahead of us. In the first episode, you wondered if you were stupid by thinking the three figures depicted in the ancient map were the Father, the Son and the Daughter. While that was actually not a stupid guess at all, in that instance the three figures actually depicted a triumvirate of Dathomiri witches. However, if you had a similar thought about the statues that we saw Baylan at in his final scene (and it seems as if you might have, even if you did not articulate it), you would be right on the money. The outstretched finger upon which Baylan stood belongs to the Father, we see the Son to the right, and of the remains of a statue of the Daughter to the left. Baylan seeks "the beginning". Does Baylan's plan involved the World Between Worlds?Does Baylan hope to replace the Father? Wasn't that supposed to be Anakin's destiny? And then there's Morai, Ahsoka's winged companion, a direct connection to Ahsoka's time on Mortis and to the Daughter herself. Yes, I think season 2 is going to go deep into the will and the nature of The Force. And I am totally here for it. Of course, there's still the sad issue of Ray Stevenson's passing. No one can ever fill Ray's shoes as Baylan, so I shall not expect anyone to. I hope whoever they find can bring the same depth and gravitas to their performance, but ultimately I hope they make the character their own. RIP, Ray Stevenson. The Force will be with you always. A few random notes. Morgan sword was called "The Sword of Talzin" and Maul's mother was Mother Talzin. Their chant that they use to raise the troopers is the same chant that the Night Sisters used to heal Maul back in Clone Wars. The lead Night Sister was played by Claudia Black, of Farscape fame. I am totally down with Ezra training Jacen, but only if Hera is 117% on board with it. She's had enough Jedi related heartbreak in her life. You keep rightfully commenting on the music, and it should be pointed out that the music is by Kevin Kiner, who did the music for Clone Wars, Rebels and Bad Batch. The reunion with Hera was brief because Mary Elizabeth Winstead and Eman Esfandi were not actually in the same room at the same time when they filmed. I now believe that they threw in Zeb's cameo in The Mandalorian because they knew there wasn't really a place for him in this story. Also, as a fully realized CGI character, any scene with Zeb in it is going to be very expensive. I do hope we see more of him. I particularly want to see him reunited with his Rebels companions, but I suspect due to the cost, he will be used sparingly. It's been an amazing ride. Can't wait for it to continue with The Bad Batch. You will absolutely love the focus on the clones.

[@lordofalltime]

Thrawn was the only KNOWN person other then the Emperor to know that Darth Vader was once Anakin Skywalker and TAUNT about it and LIVE

[@Jon_FM]

I really enjoyed this series. Episode 5 was a highlight for me but at the same time watching the last few episodes reminded me how much I loved how it turned out with so many emotional payoffs for fans of he animated series. Something I said to my wife is I think someone without the animated series may enjoy it I really think without the more fleshed out background for all the Rebels characters and Ahsoka's journey with Anakin just cannot be appreciated in the same way and does not resonate more completely. I for one really respect you for going back and watching all of it before going forward with this series worked out just fine. A wonderful journey to watch again with you.

[@Jon_FM]

And all your points about Ahsoka were 100% mine too. I think people forget the trauma Ahsoka suffered from Anakin's fall. Her seeing Vader in the flashback scene felt like all of her fear about him coming out. Finally expressed in their discussion. Whereas I believe Anakin's point was his legacy was more than just his fall and she needed that reminder because that was not her legacy either.

[@lou7139]

What an amazing journey! From the first Episode of _Clone Wars_ to _Rebels_ and now _Ahsoka_ ! Looking forward to the conclusion of our Rebels' story with Filoni's next show/film!

[@haydendegrow945]

I could not believe what I had just watched when I saw the series myself for the first time. Such a roller coaster of emotions. This is going to be a powerful.. hehehe... JUMPSTART into the next era of Star Wars... The next movies, the next seasons of Mandalorian and Ahsoka, and any insane inbetweeners that show themselves have MASSIVE shoes to fill... Dave Filoni? You have elevated yourself to the level of Jedi GRANDMASTER with your efforts thus far! Keep going!

[@bijanbugg]

Eman Esfandi (Ezra) was a great addition, really love his portrayal of Ezra. He's got such a flair with his fighting style, awesome to watch. Great rewatching these episodes! The actor is very generous, while the show aired (sitting the actors strike) he still interacted with fans in different ways and had fun with it. 2023 was a great year for Star Wars TV

[@DarthTach]

"Hi Hera. I'm home." Is that what you say to your Mom after a long time? Leaning into how Hera and Kanen were the parents in Rebels.

[@gordonwerner]

I’m so glad this show has been renewed for season 2

[@merchillio]

Casting the goddaughter of Bruce Lee as Morgan was a genius move

[@gracegormann5492]

“I would be SUCH a petty bitch” 😂😂😂 (Insert the “Did we just become best friends?” gif from Step Brothers)

[@Mechum22]

Reportedly, Mary (Hera) and Eman (Ezra) weren’t able to film together on the same day (or something like that), meaning they had to film their reunion scene separately, so that probably contributed to why their scene was kept a little short.

[@greenfalcon11]

Really hope Season 2 starts with the proper resolution of that reunion.

[@vinsanity40k]

explains why there was no run-and-hug and why ezra disembarked with helmet on (it wasn't because of the character's choice but because it had to be filmed that way)

[@clasher138]

Also Hayden has been making an amazing comeback as Anakin lately.

[@CobraShadowz]

I love how at the start of the episode Ahsoka talks about Anakin always standing by her and then at the end we see this to be literally true even in death Anakin is still there for her.

[@LuKFenix]

The Bad Batch next 😊

[@TheTurfDunedain]

There's gonna be another gateway to the World Between World on that planet. Those were definitely statues of the Mortis Gods. Father is pointing just like the painting on Lothal that led Ezra to the WBW. I'm glad the finally announced they are working on season 2 now.

[@ThomasCorp]

I know that it wasn’t the best for your voice or throat, and still, I so adored your pure emotion and tears throughout the episode, especially during Ezra’s reunion with Hera, and certainly, when we see Hayden again as Anakin. God was that part of your reaction, beautiful, Jess.

[@dylanshields7106]

This show was so good. Loved your reactions to it all. Can’t wait for S2 and what comes next.

[@rnkelly36]

I want more Diana Lee Inosanto. They may have killed her but sure the story can bring her back. Seeing Diana Lee Inosanto do martial arts still is great. Hope to see her a few more times. Keeping the Inosanto and Bruce Lee legacy alive.

[@jamesbellefeuille2926]

Do you think Morgan Elsbeth will pull a Darth Maul? He survived a total bisection from Kenobi after all. EDIT: I do think Lucasfilms should lay off the lightsaber gut stabs (and slashes) unless a character really will die.

[@bemasaberwyn55]

Good news everyone.....

[@jamesbellefeuille2926]

Here's to a full recovery for your voice and throat. I would have laughed if Chopper-recognizing Ezra-held out a milk carton just to mess with Ezra. For Season 2, my guess is the biggest challenge is wrapping up Baylon Skoll's story without Ray Stevenson. I felt sorry for Shin, and I bet Ahsoka did too. Thanks for addressing the Bad Batch question. Take your time. We in the community are not going anywhere.

[@emanymton713]

Baylon Skoll gets taken over by “ the brother” creating a new physical form for the brother. There…Story can continue with a new actor tied to the role.

[@jamesbellefeuille2926]

@@emanymton713 I like this scenario. If Sam Witwer played the Brother, that would be wonderful. As an alternative, Abeloth takes over and we end up with an ugly deformed physical body. Good idea on your part.

[@djashley2002]

​@@emanymton713Yeah, I think that they're going to be forced to go down something like that as, whilst not a mortal blow, the loss of Ray is certainly a major loss considering just how much subtlety he brought to a character who was, quite frankly, underserved in the first season.

[@darthroden]

The New Republic is not ready for someone like Thrawn. Add the fact he's now employing Nightsister magick in his arsenal and this is not going to be pretty. Nice reactions and I hope your voice and throat gets better soon.

[@themightierpencil]

Oh I absolutely would be petty af if I were Hera 😂😂😂😂

[@lukeyread]

This was such a juicy finale. Obsessed with the zombie night-troopers. I love that Thrawn basically won. I’m so excited for the future!

[@Jim_The_Fish]

It’s so nice to see reactors (specifically those who have reacted to Doctor Who) on each other’s channels leaving supportive comments. Much love to you and to Deepa!

[@lukeyread]

@@Jim_The_Fish Got to support! Love a good reaction channel! Thanks for the love ♥️

[@bemasaberwyn55]

So there's a few things that I wanted to draw your attention to with this episode. First the spell used by the night mothers and the oath they made Morgan swear are both from the same CW episode. Asaj swore the oath to Mother Talzin before Old Dakka rose an army of dead Nightsisters. 2nd that sword was most likely last seen when Mother Talzin fought Master Windu in season 6 of CW. 3rd the joke about the blade emitter being too narrow was a jab at the lightsaber blades of Rebels being very thin. Now to talk about the elephant on the sofa. With Sabine, during two prior scenes in which she ignited the lightsaber when she started to fall into a rhythm where she was letting her instincts take over with the combat she managed to perform perfect blast deflection. When they are ascending the temple because of her connection to Ezra she does at least one more perfect blast deflection before she calls her lightsaber. And if you noticed once she calls her lightsaber to her and after the push she starts trusting herself more and you can see she is more reliant on the lightsaber for blast deflection even as she's popping off shots with her blaster. Now I want you to consider one of the last times that Ahsoka was on a Battlefield and there was a Trio of Jedi being Padawan Knight and master levels respectively. And consider exactly how long Ahsoka had to wait for something like that to happen again ironically after she has attained that level of mastery( also consider by her 18th birthday Ahsoka was completely able to Merc any inquisitors that cross her path). And by the time that she reached 35 she had successfully stood Toe to Toe against Maul twice and against Vader and the emperor once each. As well as helping to work over 3 inquisitors (in 1 DAY). And given his experience with her master it is no shock that thrawn was willing to eviscerate them with the orbital bombardment. Now I do feel a bit compelled to speak about that and Cameo which apparently included musical notes from across the Stars. This show Absolutely spoiled us with us being able to see everything from newly minted Jedi Knight Anakin all the way up to post Return of the Jedi Enlightenment Anakin. Hayden has the range and I am so glad that he is able to enjoy the accolades that come with being one of the franchises most beloved characters. It is truly tragic that we lost Ray because he was compelling as all hell as Baylin. We all wish we could see more

[@owencooper7008]

Ahsoka is my favourite character in Syar Wars. No one else compares to her. It's that simple. ☺️

[@lucasluna1699]

Beaumont Kin solos her.

[@Pinkielover]

I gave the series of solid 9 out of 10.. it was a few months after but they confirm season two is in the works. It's gonna be hard to replace Ray but the character is pretty awesome. Would love to see his full story. hera ezra chopper jayson zeb honestly deserves their own spinoff series to show that side of the universe. ezra starts training jayson would be interesting. ahsoka sabine morgan who is now dead but guaranteed she's not gone, and the mortis story arc continuing with the Mother would be interesting. That's what Baylan is looking for. he hears mother calling at least that's the theory..

[@Jim_The_Fish]

Yeah, popular theory is that Baylon is searching for Abeloth

[@santiagocascardo7568]

Gracias por ver "Ahsoka" con nosotros 🥹🫂🤍

[@jamesbellefeuille2926]

Does anybody else suspect Ezra will take Jacen as his Padawan?

[@Jim_The_Fish]

I hope so!

[@SeizeTheDay95]

I LOVED “Ahsoka”… I just hope Zeb and Kallus are in Season 2.

[@Jim_The_Fish]

I literally forgot Kallus is still alive. I really hope he’s in season 2. Zeb definitely will be.

[@Knan_L]

Great react 🤗!!! This is my favorite episode we have Ahsoka and Sabine, Ezra and Sabine, Huyang and Ezra moments and good fight. Glad you had fun with it 🤗😍

[@SigTheSauceMan]

2:25 That sword (the Blade of Talzin) is pretty much the exact same thing as ancient Sith Swords (metal swords imbued with the force, making them similar to lightsabers before the Sith actually invented the lightsaber). 2:42 "The blade emitter is too narrow." Little jab at how Star Wars: Rebels lightsaber blades looked too thin. Also, while not visible in your video, among the lightsaber parts on the workbench is the top half of a Graflex 3-Cell flash synchronizer (the real world thing used to create the Skywalker Lightsaber prop in the Original and Sequel Trilogy movies). 6:45 Thrawn had actually met Anakin during the Clone Wars and by the end of it was familiar enough with him to recognize that Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader were one and the same. 8:00 *Kind of.* Legends continuity Star Wars had *real* Stormtrooper virus-made zombies, and it was the most horrifying thing in pre-Disney Star Wars beside the Yuuzhan Vong. These are just Stormtroopers reanimated by Nightsister magick. 9:10 Thrawn has such an immeasurable reputation for inspiring true, absolute loyalty that every Star Wars fan familiar with Thrawn instantly knew the moments the words "We require more time" came out of his mouth, we knew that he was asking Morgan to sacrifice herself, and that Morgan understood that and had no problem with it. 9:50 Reminder that Diana Lee Inosanto is the goddaughter of Bruce Lee, and her father was one of Bruce Lee's students and fellow co-founders of Jeet Kun Do, Bruce Lee's brand of martial arts. 13:12 100% Ezra's style to steal Stormtrooper armor and collect it (recall his room on the Lothal Comms Tower is filled with Stormtrooper helmets and armor). 14:28 Yup. That's the Morai from the World Between Worlds. 14:37 And that's The Father (the Force God representing balance). 16:48 Notice that this Anakin force ghost doesn't have his scar. Though I think that he should have been wearing the tan and white robes he had in ROTJ's ending scene.

[@msoundg]

What a wonderful reaction, thank you! I loved this ending as well and am earning for more!

[@aaronjl18]

Looking at how this episode ended - and the focus of Thrawn getting all of the cargo transfered - so they could leave; the boxes could be generations of witches, just waiting to be awoken (such as Thrawn did for the Great Mothers), to repopulate Dathomir. Maybe the price he paid for their help was transporting all of them to Dathomir for that purpose. He got home - and they get to reestablish Dathomir.

[@thedoctor4327]

Looking forward to Season 2 and I hope the Season honors Ray Stevenson/Baylan in a respectful manner. Still hoping we at least get either a Tales of the Jedi episode(s) or a comic series about his younger days. Other that that, hope Lucasfilm has contracted Timothy Zahn to do a prequel novel about Thrawn and Ezra early days on Peridea.

[@JCG52577]

Ezra exiting the ship while still wearing the helmet is completely illogical. It might have made sense if we, the audience didn’t know he returned to his home galaxy but as it is the reveal is for the characters only. Also seems like a good way to get blasted!! Edit- and the cargo is definitely witches!

[@alessiocapone9816]

I also think that the Imperial Remnants will have a hard time accepting the aide of Dathomirian sourcory in their new arsenal. The Empire came into being by purging the Jedi from the galaxy. Most Imperials secretly despised the Imperial Inquisitorious, considering them relics fom a by-gone era, wheras the time of the Empire was here and now. The knowledge of Palpatine being Force-Sensitive, let alone a Sith Lord, was kmown to only the most trusted of his Imperial Advisors and other members of his inner circle.

[@alessiocapone9816]

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[@JeffMeyers-zm2lh]

Wonderful reaction. The end shot of Anakin best moment.

[@clasher138]

And yet another reference to the Mortis Gods. Clearly this place was significant to them but for what reason? The only logical explanation is Abeloth the Mother. Baylan at the end mirrored when Anakin was making his way to the Father on Mortis. He saw something glowing in the distance at a peak. I can't help but get a feeling of dread because I know very well what Abeloth can do if she is unleashed and brought into canon. And if Anakin can't interfere then no one will be able to stop her. I already explained what her deal was in the comments of the last video but long story short if she is unleashed then that's a death sentence to all.

[@MARQUE9368]

You look so much like a teacher I had back in art school!!!

[@folcotook3049]

I think Hera will have a small "told you so" moment then move on.

[@jackson857]

RIP Ray Stevenson.

[@Soyouthinkyoucanact420]

Seeing you channel, is keeping me going with mine. lol love your channel.

[@karamshahin2771]

YESS BAD BATCH NEXT

[@Tyranniod]

So excited for you to watch bad batch. Its an amazing show.

[@alessiocapone9816]

Personally, I would have edited the scene with Thrawn overlooking those cargo crates in what is presumibly the ship's hold. As well as the scene with Morgan blessing the Nightroopers and Thrawn's reaction asking if those guys were volonteers. In my opinion: yes they were. Think about it: these soldiers have been though this decade-long exile. They haven't seen their families, friends and loved ones in years. Survived on an uncharted, extra-galactic world with no way to request for reinforcments, fresh supplies or even make contact with the rest of the Empire. After all this, they finally get the chance to go back home and then Morgan Elsbeth comes along and tells them to hold off two Jedi and a Mandalorian maybe-jedi to buy Grand Admiral Thrawn the time he needs to escape Perridia, with only a vague blessing by those creepy Nightsisters and their soucerous Dark Magick to protect them? Are they all high?! Either that, or they're devoted to the point of being a cult of personality revolving around worshiping "Lord Thrawn, Deliverer of Salvation to the Empire". What do You think of my made-up title for his little fan-club?

[@pravusprime]

Time to start Bad Batch!

[@lucasdolding6924]

Brilliant series and brilliant reactions, as always. It's been a long journey for you to finally get here, but the payoff is totally worth it. Very excited for your Bad Batch reactions.

[@DarkMatterLuigi]

I'm excited to see your reactions to Bad Batch! Even though Wrecker isn't your favorite, I hope you'll grow to love him and the whole crew! And sad that might be the last Star Wars show until the new show releases. Ahsoka was also excellent, ignore all the haters and naysayers!

[@madelinegarber7860]

I’m still torn on Sabine using the force. The saber grab felt justified, but the force push and seeing Anakin felt like a bit too much. But the action was awesome!

[@gordonwerner]

Yeah. I don’t understand why Filoni out of everyone, would have cut the reunion with Hera. my only guess is that it’s not about him. It’s about Ahsoka and Sabine - both gaining the needed self confidence.

[@Jim_The_Fish]

Bad Batch time!

[@ace360]

Awesome show looking forward to season 2 🧡💙🤘 Gowd seeing Anakin Skywalker as a Force Ghost ⚡ Legendary 👏🎆

[@Claes_Isacson]

❤

[@EpicMucQ]

I like this finale! 😅 Hope you start The Bad Batch next?! I'm gonna be so hyped for your reactions to that. Take your time tho. Rest your voice 1st! 🥰 EDIT: YESSS! 😂

[@zvimur]

1:53, for more Bad A$$ Claudia Black, can we hook her up on Farscape? Before Clone Wars tht's where you went for space pirates, headhunters and canteenas.

[@darrenrichardson6146]

And Seasons 8 to 10 of Stargate SG1, first as a guest star then a main cast at the end.

[@greenfalcon11]

I'd be in for a Farscape reaction!

[@BlueLeader101]

Now that you’ve finished Ahsoka, I definitely recommend you start watching The Bad Batch.

[@elijahishmael9206]

Boondocks funny moments compilation

[@Clarence_Oddbody]

Adore you! You are so gorgeous!

[@PARKERC99]

everyone hated the finale and i mean they rly hated on it. i really really loved it and cannot wait for the second season

[@roborob4296]

I think i would rate Rosario Dawson as Ahsoka maybe 1 tier above old man obi-wans terrible lightsaber fighting in a new hope. She clearly isn't an action star and very stiff in all the fight scenes. Anytime the action looks somewhat decent I just assume its the stunt double doing the work and to be fair a lot of action sequences are done by stunt doubles in a lot of movies but typically light saber fights are just practiced choreography with the actual actors since they arent doing anything that really puts themselves in harms way. i love her as an actress in just about everything ive seen.... but not as ahsoka. kinda like i thought cool Ramona from Scott Pilgrim is gonna be in Ashoka? She would be a great Sabine... Shes a tad old now for it though and instead we get a stiff bland Hera. Sadly 2 great actors in this series and 1 is sadly dead now RIP. Loved Ray Stevenson in everything ive seen him in... granted Dexter and RRR being the only other things I can think of off hand. And Wes Chatham who is amazing in the Expanse plays Enoch so we dont ever get to even really see him act in this since hes just a storm trooper captain. Kind of a waste.

[@elijahishmael9206]

Please don't censor it

[@dafreak117]

Unpopular opinion... I don't like what Feloni did with Thrawn in any of his shows.

[@jamesbellefeuille2926]

I have my criticisms about Filoni's depiction of Thrawn as well.

[@DoomyRei]

Thus show is boring😖

[@stevenmcmullan409]

Cool story, bro.

[@wardjunior1450]

Truly catastrophic. Top 3 worst show I’ve ever seen in completion.

[@SwiftJustice]

Found the incel

[@wardjunior1450]

@@SwiftJustice brilliant.

[@Citizen88020120820]

Deff a cool series but yah wish we had a bit more with Baylon and Shin. Also cutting Ezra reunited with Hera is evil.