Princess Leia’s downfall shows why Palpatine is still the biggest threat to Rey’s New Jedi Order

one Star Wars Story about Princess Leia Organa reveals that Rey Skywalker could be a major obstacle in establishing a new Jedi Order, and, sadly, it’s all to do with Palpatine. Rei’s upcoming Star Wars movie, rumored to be titled Star Wars: New Jedi OrderWill be determined 15 years after Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker in the Star Wars timeline, and based on the rumored title, it seems quite likely Rey will be heading her own Jedi Order into a brand new era. While updating on New Jedi Order Stay fairly sparse, so far, which seems accurate.

however, Rebuilding the Jedi Order will not be easy. The prequel trilogy Jedi Order was flawed in various ways, especially joining a war when they were meant to be peacekeepers, and that damaged the public opinion of them even before the tragic events of Order 66. Given the smear campaign Palpatine ran over The Dark Times and the fall of Luke’s Jedi Temple and near extinction of the Jedi in the New Republic era, public perception has probably only worsened. In addition, Rey will have to overcome one major issue, and Leia has already proven how difficult that will be.

Leia’s reputation is ruined by Darth Vader

In the canon Star Wars History Star Wars: BloodlineWritten by Claudia Grey, Leia’s identity as Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader’s biological daughter is very publicly revealed in front of the New Republic Senate. sad, This revelation immediately destroys what was previously her very good reputation. In fact, not only does Leia immediately lose all credibility, but also people started arguing that she might be trying to continue what Vader started.

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The response was jarring and disappointing, especially given all Leia had to do to help the Rebellion and the New Republic. She made her loyalty very clear, and she gave her life from the time she was a teenager to overthrow the Empire and restore peace to the galaxy. What makes this even more brutal is that Leia has already been quite literally tortured and tormented by Darth Vader. To know that a man who had terrorized her and killed almost everyone she knew and loved with the Death Star had ruined her reputation was salt in the wound.

actually, blood line revealed much more about how horrific the torture was, including that she screamed in agony and begged for mercy (which, fortunately, was not shown in A new hope). It was devastating to see Leia’s reputation take such a hit and for her to lose so much of what she had sacrificed and worked for because of her biological father, whom she never really saw as her father and who made her violent Physical injury and mental anguish. However, this discovery may even explain why the resistance is abandoned Star Wars: The Last Jedi.

Who knew Rey was a Palpatine?

like lia, Rey’s family origins could spell big trouble for her reputation, which could ultimately impact her Jedi Order. As mentioned, public opinion of the Jedi has undoubtedly seriously diminished since the Old Republic, and even those who believed in Luke Skywalker may feel that it is time for the galaxy to move on. Rey already faces enough of an obstacle in that sense, but the negative perception could get that much worse if it were revealed that Rey is a descendant of one of Star Wars The most powerful Sith and the tyrant who terrorized the galaxy for nearly two decades.

As with Leia, that would be massively unfair. Not only did Rey have no idea she was related to Palpatine until now The Rise of SkywalkerBut also, she defeated him herself. She also rejected the lineage and the name, opting for the last name Skywalker. In fact, even Rey’s parents rejected any connection to Palpatine. Rey’s father, Dathan, was a ‘fallen’ Palpatine clone, in the sense that he did not possess the power, and therefore hid with his family. Clearly, Rey has no real family connection to Palpatine, just as Leia has none to Vader.

Then the question becomes, Who is still alive who would even know Rey is related to Palpatine? Many of the main players who knew about the lineage have since died, including Luke Skywalker, Leia Organa, Ben Solo/Kylo Ren, Rey’s parents, Ochi, and even Palpatine himself. It seems unlikely that many outside of the group would know, perhaps meaning Ray’s identity will never be uncovered. however, blood line Proved that this does not mean Rey is safe, as Leia’s Vader connection is revealed as a senator happened upon a holo of Bail Organa telling Leia the truth.

Rey’s Palpatine connection could affect her Jedi order

If the connection were to be revealed, it could mean Rey struggling to recruit Force-sensitive children to her Jedi Order.. Rey actress Daisy Ridley has already dropped hints that Rey’s Jedi Order will uphold the previous Jedi Order’s rule against attachments, which will presumably mean recruiting Jedi initiates when they are young, before they can be attached to their families. If that is the case, however, how willing would parents be to let their infant or young child walk with a descendant of Palpatine?

In fact, parents are likely to be more wary than ever of this practice, as Order 66 saw younglings brutally cut down. This is a very big burden for parents to take, and it would not be unreasonable for them to refuse to send their children to Rey’s Jedi Order. After all, Luke’s Jedi Temple also burned down, furthering the idea that a Jedi Temple/Order is not a safe place for a child. however, All hope is not lost, because Leah has already presented Ray with a way forward in this matter.

Leia’s teaching could be vital for Rey to build the Jedi

Although Leia seemingly never reveals to Rey what exactly happened in the Senate when her connection to Darth Vader was uncovered, she nevertheless sets Rey up for the challenge if it comes her way. especially, Leia told Rey to never be afraid of who she is. Presumably, this was in reference to Rey being a descendant of Palpatine. While this isn’t exactly a road map for dealing with backlash should her identity be discovered, it does teach Bane to stay confident in herself and push forward, no matter her origins.

It is also possible that Rey was protecting herself in this matter, because she chose the last name Skywalker – a name that will probably give her credibility. Of course, all this remains to be seen New Jedi Order. Perhaps Rey’s relationship to Palpatine will never be discovered, or maybe it will be a non-issue. While that would be surprising, it wouldn’t be out of the question. Regardless, Leah organ Sad fate in blood line reveals that trouble may be coming in Rey’s way in her upcoming Star Wars movie because of her unfortunate connection to Palpatine.