S2 - Episode #9: Top 10 Fan Theories

SUMMARY:


In this episode we discuss and rate our "Top 10" favourite
plausible and slightly crazy fan theories in the Star Wars
universe. 


 


SOUND BITES:


"The Force is actually manipulating events and individuals to
suit its own needs."


"Grogu was the Force's answer to Anakin."


"The Emperor planned to transfer his spirit to Luke in Return of
the Jedi."


"Yoda knew that Leia was the more powerful of the two."


"Jar Jar Binks is actually a Sith Lord."


"Han Solo was actually force sensitive but he didn't know it."


 


CHAPTERS:


00:00 - Introduction and Overview


01:36 - The Force is an Entity with it's Own Agenda


08:45 - Grogu: The Force's Answer to Anakin


13:44 - The Emperor Planned  to Transfer His Spirit to Luke


16:44 - Darth Vader was Foreshadowed by the Prequel Villains


18:45 - Vader's Connection to Boba Fett


22:41 - The Jedi Council's Role in Anakin's Fall


28:32 - Luke's Poorly Hidden Presence on Tatooine


28:28 - The Poorly Hidden Luke Skywalker


37:33 - The Sith Lord Jar Jar Binks


42:44 - The Force-Sensitive Han Solo


49:11 - The Storytelling R2-D2


55:03 - Conclusions & Goodbye


 


TAKWEAWAYS:


The idea of the Force being a sentient being with its own agenda
adds depth to the Star Wars lore.


The theory that Grogu was the Force's answer to Anakin suggests a
larger purpose for the character.


The theory that Vader planned to transfer his spirit to Luke adds
an interesting twist to his actions in Return of the Jedi.


The foreshadowing of Darth Vader in the prequels through
characters like Darth Maul, Count Dooku, and General Grievous
adds depth to the storytelling.


The theory that Vader hired Boba Fett because he reminded him of
Captain Rex adds an interesting connection between the
characters.


The theory that the Jedi Council allowed Anakin to turn to the
dark side raises questions about their motives and actions.


The theory that Luke was hidden poorly on Tatooine on purpose
suggests a strategic decision by the Jedi to protect Leia. Star
Wars fan theories can provide interesting insights and
explanations for plot holes in the saga.


The theory that Luke Skywalker was hidden in plain sight on
Tatooine suggests that the Jedi Council had a plan and strategy
for protecting him.


The theory that Jar Jar Binks is a Sith Lord adds depth to his
character and validates his purpose in the story.


The theory that Han Solo is Force sensitive explains his
exceptional piloting skills and his connection to the Force.


The theory that Darth Vader used Boba Fett because he reminded
him of Captain Rex adds a personal element to their relationship.


The theory that the entire Star Wars saga is a story told by
R2-D2 challenges our understanding of the events and the
reliability of the narrator.