Unlocking the secrets in SKELETON CREW Episode 5

[@AbitofEverything4U]

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[@Galvatron_Studios]

I’m gonna go out on a limb here and say that lightsaber dates back to the High Republic era. The design alone kind of leads me to that conclusion.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Good theory!

[@MightyMarshallandTJP]

I have everything to say of SC episode 5 so far! 1. He could have challenged her captaincy at any point before that and dumped the kids if he was a bad guy. That moment required him to take control because they were all about to die/be caught. I had the thought: What if he’s been obsessed with destroying the bankers/syndicates, and that was the only way for him to assure everyone’s safety in that moment? He was happy to let the kids tag along before that, despite them making everything more difficult. His array of shady aliases would make sense if he was relentlessly searching the underworld for the secret Muun financial network. 2. The conflict on his face, even as he's betraying them, was incredible. Part of me wonders if he was trying to take control just to keep the kids in line since they were utter chaos all the way through, and it would be easier for Jod to be in charge. Not that he doesn't have nefarious plans, but he wasn't about to abandon the kids either. The lightsaber gag was probably the funniest thing I've seen in Star Wars in a while. Poor Wim. He tried! I'm sure it's not him, but the Captain's voice sounded a lot like Geoffrey Rush as Hector Barbossa, which made me laugh. (And yeah, it all goes back to Robert Newton as Long John Silver) Great cliffhanger. I guess we'll see if Jod can use a lightsaber or not. I almost expected the blade to turn red, but I don't think he's Sith. Especially after the speech on detachment. That screams Jedi training. 3. Jod may have backstabbed the kids, but I don’t think he wanted to kill Fern. He still has somewhat a heart of gold, though darker than Han Solo and possibly on par with Doctor Aphra. 4. The Old Pirate Captain is long dead, but At Attin's droids are still running on his orders to produce old republic credits via the population. 5. Many of us knew he was going to betray the kids, but I was expecting it next episode. He’s almost definitely force sensitive and now has a High Republic-looking saber. No doubt he’ll end up redeeming himself, but I’m enjoying his deceitfulness. At Attin confirmed as the last “Old Republic” mint. It’s still not exactly clear when they were sealed off from the galaxy, but I imagine the parents will find out soon. I have a feeling the supervisor will be revealed to be the old captain, which is why his face was covered in the hologram. 6. Jude Law is magnetic. And yet, he gives the kid actors room to do their thing. This level of performance is really impressive across all of the cast. Great writing, too. Everything onscreen feels interesting. I love the world-building, too. Getting to see aliens on a spa planet shouldn't be this great, but I was fully engaged by it. Even the minor characters fill their roles well. What a quest adventure! 7. Wim activating the lightsaber into the ground was the biggest laugh I’ve gotten out of the show so far. Also, Jod sucks for now. Oh 1 more thing: why did you put of Lego Star Wars SKELETON CREW, and get the blue elephant alien? And I can see myself at the end of your video, I was so happy!

[@AbitofEverything4U]

That's some excellent commentary you shared on Jod and whether he was betraying the kids or not. Loved it. And the lego was just to show that they actually revealed alot about the show before the episode even came out. Funny how the legos are so often spoilers for a show.

[@erikelliott8015]

I know I'm late to the party but I think this episode felt really like they had hit their stride, major Goonies energy.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I agree… I think this episode was the most like the goonies that I’ve seen so far. Really good episode!

[@BlackHedgehog]

First off I just gotta say that this was absolutely my favourite episode of the season so far and it just keeps getting better and better with such a fun mystery unlike the Acolyte at any rate. Which speaking of I do hope we don't end the season off on some big cliffhanger with unresolved plot points in case Disney decides to axe it like Acolyte. I do love that this show is reminding people you don't have to be a Jedi or a Sith to be able to use the Force because of course they recruit Force users. I do think perhaps Jod is very much a former Jedi OR Sith given certain lines he drops, like how you referenced the Qui-Gonn line.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Well said...I think this series is doing what the Acolyte failed to do...it's doing a great job of finishing strong. Hope the last few episodes stick the landing!

[@coolerkerl8469]

Probably the best episode so far

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I agree...fantastic episode!

[@RusianSpy]

Definitely did not expect things to ramp up so much already, really excited to see more.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I agree...really hit the fan in this episode. Can't wait to see where things go from here!

[@KadenStaab]

Merry Christmas from my family to yours!!!

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Thank you! Wishing you the same!

[@Riley_C.]

Jod turning the acid back on might’ve been one of the most disturbing things to happen in star wars and I would not have expected that from this show

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I agree...that was very hard core!

[@camrenstuder6734]

Great vid and merry Christmas!

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Thanks so much! Wishing you Happy Holidays as well!

[@theorycraftingmachine2876]

I haven't watched Skeleton Crew yet, but I plan on doing a marathon after What If…? Season 3 ends, starting with The Mandalorian Season 1 and watching all the Disney+ tv shows set during the New Republic era of Star Wars. I hope you had a very Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 A Bit of Everything!

[@AbitofEverything4U]

That sounds like a really fun marathon! And hoping you had a wonderful Christmas as well!

[@hunterterrell5735]

Merry Christmas, and Happy Holidays, A Bit of Everything! I wish you and your family had/have a great one.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Wishing you the same, Hunter!!!

[@PorchPotatoMike]

Could you imagine being a child actor and being able to say, “Look! I’m a Lego!”

[@AbitofEverything4U]

ikr? Peak childhood!

[@Klaital1]

Jod never denied being a Jedi. All that he said earlier was that he never actually said he was one.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Very true!

[@disney.daze.55]

I was wondering if anyone would have a video on this. Hell yes! My big theory: the planet has been secluded for so long that it doesn’t know the old republic is gone

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I thought it was a great episode...one of the best!

[@wlgeiger]

I'm not seeing debates on Jods true intentions. His motives and solo thing is obvious but star wars lone Wolfs always have a change of heart, with this episode coming out on Christmas Eve it seems fitting he's like the Grinch.... Or is he

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Yeah, I'm hoping he redeems himself in the next episode!

[@thewulfffff8853]

They've specifically said that when they say "old republic" they're referring to the high republic that fell during the prequel Era as a contrast to the new republic of their current Era.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Good point! I admit, that quote really confused me and I've read it a few times. But you may be right that we're talking sometime in the New Republic era rather than the Old Republic era.

[@MCLegoboy]

I never thought about the Banking Clan having a part in the disappearance of At Attin. That's an interesting connection because of how economically focused At Attin's society is. That Hutt could be just about anyone. If Rotta hadn't been rumored to be buff or played by a big name actor, I would have thought that Hutt was our first sighting of him since Clone Wars. Now that you mention the tattoo though, there may be some relation to the Twins from Book of Boba Fett, but it would be another offshoot of the family. I've heard that the Hutt Cartel was pretty much almost completely wiped out by Vader not long before Return of the Jedi, so after Jabba the Hutt's death, then it's still trying to regain momentum, restructuring, whatever. The three Hutts weave seen in live action all have makings on their chins though, so that could be of some significance. The chances of us following up on this though feel slim, this was more just another excellent bit of comedy that was perfectly used. That poor little dude getting eaten, but then learning this isn't even the first time is hysterical; he needs a raise or a promotion or something to make up for that. Yeah, I never watch stuff with close captioning, but I just rewatched the episode with my dad (he was watching it for the first time) who always has captions turned on, and when I say the [flesh squelches] caption, I was like, "Oh that's horrible!" What I find so interesting about having the ability to make you own money is that it would only decrease the value of it. A pirate would hopefully know that. I have to imagine that in the Old Republic, a certain type of metal or combination of metals were being used that's particularly rare out in the Galaxy. Gold is gold, silver is silver, it doesn't really make a difference, so you just melt down the old currencies and reforge them in the new with each shift in power, but scarcity breeds value when desired so like, short of stuff like when we find shipwrecks filled with old coins that are no longer in production and have historical value, making more would only make them less valuable unless the material the Old Republic credits are so rare to the Galaxy that they always fetch a high price. I'm curious just what Rennod was planning with the Mint since it would be counterintuitive.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Fantastic feedback! Yeah, the Banking Clan reference really got me thinking. You raise a great point about not printing up too much currency or it diminishes the value. I wonder if that's connected to the fact that the kids are taught so much about how currency and economics work?

[@Ralph_ralphster]

I’m so hyped for creature commandos tomorrow!

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I agree...should be another great episode!

[@TheNyah5]

(1)The Captain had to survive the crash, because 33 accepted Fern‘s story about killing the Captain.(Hence, she became the new Captain). If he died in the crash, 33 wouldn‘t have accepted Fern. (2) I think there are mines at At-Attin, and everyone who doesn‘t behave, gets to work there. Maybe Wim‘s mom is still alive, discovered something she shouldn‘t have, and is working in the mines.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Great point. Thanks for sharing that!

[@howveyouben]

Merry Christmas, Bit of Everything! 🎄⛪️

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Thanks so much...wishing the same for you and your family!

[@azboomstickco4078]

The Lightsaber; It's Exar Kun's. It's okay if you're skeptical. I'm telling you. It's Exar Kun's lightsaber.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Very good theory!

[@coolerkerl8469]

Merry Christmas to everyone reading this. 🎄

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Wishing you and your family the same!

[@Marion-rw7dm]

I hope that Jude character took the captainship because he knew that when the other pirates catch up with them, they would challenge Fern. So l think he is trying to save Fern in the end and he can also claim the treasure as the captain. Happy New year.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Yeah, I'm hoping Jod redeems himself and your idea is a great way to do it. And wishing you a Happy New Year as well!

[@dyugs666]

Fara is Rennod’s concubine. Fern is their daughter.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Oh wow...now that would be a wild turn of events!

[@caseywestrope3357]

WTF? Am I the only one pulling my hair out over here for the missed opportunity of a Skoova Stev Easter egg in this scene with the mud baths!?!

[@caseywestrope3357]

Also the "not again" dialog is implying that the Hutt has passed that poor guy through his digestive track more than once. 🤢💩

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Great point...definitely a missed opportunity!

[@jillg9108]

Squelch also means to shut something down. I squelched that rumor.

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Definitely agree...but it seems odd they intended that meaning since it says "flesh squelches". That seems like it means the flesh made a slurping sound (like walking in fresh mud) when it hit the spikes. In fact, we can hear that noise at that point. It was just a surprisingly graphic way to describe it. Yuck!

[@pirate4460]

I think jode has only 'used the force' while wearing gloves, and he has only moved metallic objects too I think. He may have gloves with magnets in them?

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Very good theory! Perhaps he does indeed have a trick up his sleeve...or rather up his glove!

[@thetotalrandomguy]

Still enjoying the show, I'm really intrigued by what's up with KB!

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Yeah, that was really interesting that she didn’t wanna go down in the tunnels. I wonder if she’s claustrophobic?

[@Playitcool_1963]

It may now be 26/12/24 for me and you (im not sure about your time zone but it’s 8am on the 26th now) but MERRY CHRISTMAS (Also kb not wanting to go to certain places on the spa definitely seemed kinda autism-y to me because like sensory issues. Definitely my head canon though I am biased)

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Thanks! Hope you had a wonderful holiday celebration and wishing you a Happy New Year! (And I agree...not wanting to go into the tunnels seemed very autism-like)

[@jk5kwastaken]

I liked this episode

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I agree...I thought it was great!

[@TheHelderVinicius]

I dont think the Captain is the supervisor, maybe could be his great grandchild or he is from a species that can live for centuries because they are definitly hinting at old republic stuff

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Yeah, it sure feels like they are hinting at centuries in the past.

[@Raphentei]

Maybe the real treasure was the friends they made along the way

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Indeed!

[@roberts_archive]

What if the “treasure” on At Attin has nothing to do with the credits and the Mint? Maybe the planet has some “Fountain of Youth” eternal life going on, or even cloning? Just something I’ve been thinking about since the start of the show. Money laundering and currency production was my original thoughts on the planet but just playing out all my scenarios before the end 🤔😃

[@AbitofEverything4U]

I like that idea. A "Fountain of Youth" type treasure would be very cool!

[@oleksandrbyelyenko435]

Long live the banks!

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Indeed!

[@sisterseeth]

murray crimmus my dude :)

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Wishing you the same!!

[@leslieensminger632]

Did he win the Captaincy? Let’s face it - the captain is who ever SM33 thinks the Capitan is. And he decided that Fern was Capitan because she killed the old captain. Only she didn’t, so she was Capitan under false pretenses, thus not really the captain. And if she wasn’t truly the captain then the yield ment nothing. Still it does sound like very pirate like to respect the deceit enough, that winning something by deceit is just as legitimate (pirate version of legitimate anyway)

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Excellent point! Yeah, he definitely became captain on a series of technicalities.

[@emillioheredia6253]

That description of scwelch was wrong. 😂😂😂

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Interesting… OK, now you have me curious. What do you think the description is? Thanks for watching the video and leaving your feedback. Really appreciate it!

[@francissobotka8725]

Joe will need to overcome greed

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Right...that will hopefully be his character defining moment!

[@astrocoastalprocessor]

What if the captain was a sith and so is jod?

[@AbitofEverything4U]

Oh, wow...very interesting theory!