You’re with Me, I’m with You
The latest edition of the Star Wars franchise has fans talking! Whether the discussion is positive or negative has been up in the air, regardless The Acolyte is the newest highlight for the fandom. Taking place in the High Republic era, fans get to see a bunch of new places and faces that will change the history of Star Wars forever!
The Jedi, the Witch, & the Sith
Osha & Mae are twin sisters who are both the protagonist and deuteragonist of The Acolyte. The two are from a witch coven on what is assumed to be a lifeless planet called Brendok. Played both by Amandla Stenberg who stuns in her performance and her ability to play characters who are different.
Jedi Master Sol played by Lee Jung-jae is the secondary protagonist of the series and Jedi Master and also a father figure to Osha. As one of the more emotional performances Lee captured every scene and captivated audiences. His performance was nothing short of soulful even learning English so he could play this role. A fan-favorite Jedi as soon as he touched the screen.
Jedi Master Indara is played by the phenomenal Carrie-Anne Moss. A poised and strict Jedi Master who follows the rules as closely as she possibly can when the situation allows it. Carrie-Anne’s demeanor and ability to articulate herself with just her facial expressions capture the essence of a Jedi as well as viewers’ attention.
Kelnacca is the first live-action Jedi Wookie. He is played by Joonas Suotamo who is also known for playing the legendary Chewbacca after taking over the role from Peter Mayhew. The Jedi Wookie is a calm and mild-mannered character. Throughout the series, fans get to view just how powerful and scary a Jedi Wookie can be.
Torbin played by Dean-Charles Chapman has one of the most intricate stories and character developments as a supporting character. Starting as a Padawan to Master Indara and becoming a Master himself, fans get to see two different sides to this character. Torbin’s struggles with mental health are not only great awareness for mental health but also represent the internal struggle everyone has within themselves.
Yord Fandar is a Jedi Knight and friend of Osha. Played by Charlie Bennett the Jedi Knight is a by-the-books and rules stickler. His Boy Scout approach and demeanor get overlooked by the charm the actor portrays. The fan-favorite Jedi even got a fandom called the “Yord Horde”.
Jecki Lon is a Jedi Padawan to Jedi Master Sol and played by Dafne Keen who brings a feeling of certainty to the character. Originally brought on because the director wanted “X-23 with a lightsaber” Dafne’s performance is an instant fan-favorite. Dafne went through extensive training to have some of the best action sequences in all of the Star Wars franchise.
Jedi Master Venestra Rwoh is played by Rebecca Henderson, who just so happens to be the wife of the director for the series! A character with a lengthy history, this marks her first live-action appearance. Venestra is a leader in the Jedi Order portraying a powerful and wise figure whose secrecy knows no bounds. Rebecca’s approach to the character leaves viewers wanting more.
Mother Aniseya & the witches’ coven are some of the key figures in this series as supporting characters. Birthing the twins Osha and Mae the coven calls what fans know as The Force, The Thread. Played by Jodie Turner-Smith, Mother Aniseya defines what it is to be a true mother.
Qimir also known as The Stranger is the main antagonist of this series. Played by Manny Jacinto who brings a different approach to what a Sith is. Portraying different personality types Manny gets to showcase his range on top of his abilities to perform high-level action sequences. His suit as well as his performance makes him a fan-favorite Sith!
A Vergence (Force Nexus)
One of the main plot focuses of this series is the Jedi trying to find a vergence, which is a nexus point for the force. Throughout the series, the Jedi look at the planet Brendok to try and find the reason why a lifeless planet had life on it. They believe that the planet has a vergence which is in many ways the catalyst for this entire series.
Always One, but Born as Two
While Star Wars has always been a Jedi-focused series, The Acolyte provides a different outlook. Embracing emotions and feelings showcases that it’s not always a bad thing, as well as the hypocrisy and wrongdoings of the Jedi. As the series continues, viewers feel a sense of empathy for what we know to be the bad guys in the Sith. Whether fans agree with this series or not, The Acolyte is a staple within the galaxy far, far away.
Season 2?
With the series coming to a close, some fans are looking for a renewal. While no plans have been made for a second season, much discussion has taken place. The Acolyte leaves some things open and unanswered enough to be renewed but finished off strong in a way that viewers feel fulfilled in the story they connected with. Cameos such as Darth Plagueis and Yoda make for great setups to what fans know of the history of Star Wars. Whether the series gets renewed or not is a mystery, but all fans can do is hope that Lucasfilm listens to the fan reception and not the critics and reviews.
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