Yes, I'm still alive and well; I apologize for the lack of blogs these past few months, I had quite a bit going on in the outside world. Nonetheless, I'm here now to do a review of the second half of season five.
Unlike the first half, this was stronger storytelling and we were able to see more familiar faces such as Satine, Darth Maul, and even Ahsoka. When the newest Darth Maul arc occurred, I was quite impressed on how they were able to tie it to Death Watch-it never disappointed me for a fraction of a second. It was a sad day though when Darth Maul killed off Obi-won's long time companion (and possible lover)-though I was impressed with the fight sequence with Darth Sidious and the two Zabrack brothers (but did Savage really have to die?!).
The Droid arc was fairly well done, especially by adding the missing Clone Trooper to the mix-what will become of these droids is yet unknown.
But more importantly, we came to the ending of the season with the Ahsoka Tano arc-no doubt an emotional roller coaster for many fans out there. For five season fans have questioned what had become of her since she never appeared in any of the films-but now we know. From being accused of a crime she didn't commit, to finding out that her comrade Barris was using her as a scapegoat to cover up her crimes seems to have clouded her thoughts. The council was-and still will be until the end of the series itself-fooled by the powers of the darkside. How could they have known in the first place? This has Ahsoka questioning her own path, and by leaving the Order she will have to find those answers herself.
Upon seeing this episode today, I was deeply sadden that she had decided to leave in the first place; but it's probably for the best. She needs to work out these questions herself and figure out what her role is in the universe. I only hope that when season 6 arrives, we will see her again fighting with her fellow Jedi Knights-and maybe-just maybe-see her in the upcoming film in 2015.
I plan to do more posts in the future, permitting that I will have more spare time. I do hope though that Dave Filoni will allow our favorite Jedi to appear again in future seasons.
For now, I'm signing off; May the Force be with you, always.
"Ko-tu-ya, little 'soka"
