Star Warsfans have been desperate for content (and rightfully so). After months worth of teasing,Ahsokahas begun streaming weekly on Disney+. After a recurring role inThe MandalorianandThe Book of Boba Fett,Rosario Dawsontakes on her own show asfan favorite Ahsoka Tano, following the events ofStar Wars IV: A New Hope,Star Wars: RebelsandThe Mandalorian.Ahsoka is undoubtedly one of the moved-loved characters in theStar Warsuniverse; and one of the most powerful.
With all of this new content (and old), there is no shortage of powerful characters in this show,and not just with the Force. Whether they wield a lightsaber or command fleets, these characters have made their mark inAhsoka.
The following contains spoilers for Ahsoka Episodes 1-4.
10Hera Syndulla
Portrayed in live-action byMary Elizabeth Winstead, Hera Syndulla is a General of the New Republic, andhas a rich backstoryas a prevalent figure during the rebellion against the Empire. InAhsoka,she remains a leader and helps Ahsoka with her mission to curb a new threat to the Republic and find Ezra Bridger (Eman Esfandi).
Hera’s power comes from her impeccable leadership skills in the rebellion and theAhsokashow. She is an exceptional pilot and was resourceful and determined in her fight against the Galactic Empire. Hera solidified herself as a true powerhouse, showing that you do not need the Force to succeed and make a difference.
9Captain Rex
Many fans are hoping for the return of Captain Rex (confirmed asTemuera Morrison) inAhsoka,after the connection between them from the 2008 animated featureStar Wars: The Clone Warsand beyond. Captain Rex is a clone trooper of Mandalorian bounty hunter Jango Fett.
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Captain Rex gets his power from his impeccable combat and leadership skills. As a clone, he is trained to be a perfect warrior. He also gets credit for his extensive experience, as he fought through the entire Clone Wars and then joined the rebellion. Captain Rex has a well-deserved reputation among clone troopers and is not one to be messed with.
8Morgan Elsbeth
Making her debut in season 2 ofThe Mandalorian,Morgan Elsbeth (Diana Lee Inosanto) is a former Jedi Padawan who turned to the dark side. She is an ally of Grand Admiral Thrawn (Lars Mikkelsen), and had a showdown with Ahsoka and Din Djarin (Pedro Pascal).
Her use of the dark side and her Force sensibilities make her a formidable opponent, as she can use telekinesis to her advantage. Her power also comes from her determination and lust for power. Morgan Elsbeth operates in the gray area of the Force to get what she wants. That being said, Ahsoka still often bests her.
7Sabine Wren
InAhsoka,Sabine Wren (Natasha Liu Bordizzo) has a main role, rekindling her complex relationship with her master/friend. Sabine is a Mandalorian and trains with Ahsoka to learn the ways of the Force despite not having Force sensibilities. InAhsoka,she is determined to find Ezra and will stop at nothing to do so.
Her Mandalorian training makes her a powerful fighter, with the benefit of armor and Mandalorian weapons. She is resourceful and intelligent, but often gets in the way of herself with her rebellious attitude; fans were not happy with her choices in episode 4. Sabine also holds her own with a lightsaber, including the Darksaber inStar Wars: Rebels.
6Shin Hati
This mysterious villain and her master have been stealing the show inAhsoka.Shin Hati (Ivanna Sakhno) wields the dark side of the Force under the supervision of Baylan Skoll (Ray Stevenson), even having a Padawan braid. This young force-user is full ofpotential still yet to be fully explored, but under Baylan’s training, she is a budding powerhouse.
Shin has a deep connection to the Force, and beats Sabine Wren (Natasha Liu Bordizzo) in a duel. She is fierce and focused, as shown in episode 1 ofAhsokawhen they free Morgan Elsbeth. Fans are hoping for more exploration of Shin in theStar Warsuniverse; she is definitely one to watch.
5Ezra Bridger
For fans who missed out onStar Wars: Rebels,Ezra is simply the character that Ahsoka and Sabine are trying to rescue. But beyond the hologram that Sabine watches, Ezra is an incredible wielder of the Force and an impressive fighter throughout the rebellion against the Empire.
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Ezra was trained by Jedi Kanan Jarrus, honing his abilities and knowledge of the ways of Jedi. Ezra becomes highly skilled in Jedi mind tricks and telekinesis, in addition to lightsaber fighting. He used his power and bravery to take on Thawn, despite it ultimately sealing his fate (for now).
4Baylan Skoll
Following on from Shin, her master Baylan Skoll has proved to be a villain no one should mess with, though he does not aim for destruction like others. He is a former Jedi Knight but has rescinded the ways of the Jedi on account of the flawed system. Despite that, he still trains Shin as a Padawan.
He is not an evil Sith;Baylan is somewhere in betweenand is willing to destroy anything blocking his path. He is an unforgiving fighter, narrowly beating Ahsoka in a duel. He emotionally manipulates Sabine. Baylan’s power cannot be understated, but it can be feared.
3Grand Admiral Thrawn
The one that everyone is talking about is Grand Admiral Thrawn. Baylan, Morgan and Shin fight endlessly to get him back as"heir to the Empire.“This commanding character is featured inStar Wars: Rebelsand the book series by Timothy Zahn.
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Thrawn is not only known for his combat skills but also his ability to outsmart any opponent. Unlike a lot ofStar Warsvillains, Thrawn relies on logic over emotion. His tactical brilliance and analytical mind make him a powerful villain. Thrawn’s return will certainly mean danger.
2Anakin Skywalker
This beloved character is included here on a technicality since Anakin Skywalker (Hayden Christensen) is dead. But the temptation to include him anyway could not be overlooked. He appears inAhsokaepisode 4 when Ahsoka is caught between worlds, coming face to face with her old master.
Most fans of theStar Warsuniverse know how much power Anakin had, even before becoming Darth Vader. He is widely considered the best Jedi ever known and was a skilled pilot and fighter. Alongside Obi-Wan Kenobi (Ewan McGregor), Anakin was always at the top of his game, and he gave fans some of the most impressive lightsaber duels from across the whole franchise.
1Ahsoka Tano
From master to Padawan, Ahsoka Tano showed incredible potential from her time with Anakin in the Clone Wars. She grew into a powerful Jedi, arguably rivaling her own master. Ahsoka has perfected her skills with Jedi mind tricks and displays an extremely high level of control over her opponents. She survived Order 66 and successfully went into hiding, demonstrating resilience.
With developed reflexes and a dual-wield lightsaber, Ahsoka has taken down Sith and Inquisitors alike. She is strategic, sneaky and in absolute control of her behavior and emotions.Ahsoka operates outside the Jedi order, thinking for herself and inspiring others. Fans hope that theAhsokaseries is just the beginning of this iconic character’s journey.
