Skywalkerclose encounters on the appalachian trail. Skywalker close encounters on the appalachian trail. Maz kanata obiwan kenobi orson krennic darth maul nien nunb. According to the book, the sacred jedi texts she smuggled out from. This is a cute storybook geared toward younger readers, told in young anakin skywalkers own words, as he experienced those first several days of meeting jedis quigon jinn and obi wan kenobi, as well as the naboo queen, padme amidala. Benjamin skywalker solo is the black sheep of the very dysfunctional, very rich skywalker clan. The last jedi makes it no secret that kylo ren believes himself to be of.
Obiwan spent 19 years in exile on tatooine, and though he largely remained hidden and tried to distance himself from the jedi ways, old ben still got involved with some action. Obiwan kenobi and ship troubles there is a phantom menace scene where obiwan fixes a subaquatic ship by ripping something out, much like rey did in the millennium falcon. Episode ix tells us whether rey is a skywalker, a kenobi, a nobody, or someone else. Rey skywalker was a forcesensitive human female who, after years of living as a.
Rey is the kind and resilient nurse tending to bens grandfather. Jan 10, 2016 the internet cannot decide if rey is a skywalker or a kenobi. Rey kenobi theories submit your ideas, graphics, fic, whatever. Rey is a fictional character in the star wars franchise and the main protagonist of the sequel. What if rey is just the daughter of luke skywalker. Though hes a long way from mastering the power of the force. The internet cannot decide if rey is a skywalker or a kenobi. As for gad being able to ask the questions about the possibility of rey being a skywalker or kenobi. An unexpected offer threatens the bond between quigon jinn and obiwan kenobi as the two jedi navigate a dangerous new planet and an uncertain future in the first canon star wars novel to take place before the events of star wars. Dec 24, 2015 we have a theory about who both of reys parents are in star wars. Back when he was still a padawan under quigon he spent a yearlong mission trying. As far as canon goes we know nothing about obiwans family and whether he had siblings.
Obiwan kenobi is first introduced in the original star wars living as a hermit by the name of ben kenobi on the planet tatooine. Remember that luke warned rey of the vanity of the jedi. Within the original trilogy, obiwan serves as a supporting character and is portrayed by english actor alec guinness. Someone has put together an extensive explanation for why they think rey from star wars. Rey is actually a skywalker and a kenobi brostrick. Shes about to give up when fate aided by an eccentric billionaire gives her the means to go on an expedition, along with an unusual team of explorers who may have their own. While many fans have theorized that rey is, in fact, a kenobi explaining not just that she hears his voice, but that she has the ability to. Dec 24, 2015 some say shes rey solo and others say shes rey skywalker.
He lives in wisconsin with his wife, two children, and far too many comic books. Apr 29, 2017 furthermore, there is also the possibility that ridley was just throwing fans off. Star wars 8 the last jedi looks set to feature obiwan kenobis force ghost after a. My argument for this doesnt really have much to stand on, but it has more truth behind it than some of the others ive read. Well, taking only the 7 films and the 2 tv series as canon, i can only think of one woman obiwan ever considered leaving the jedi order for. It might also make sense that rey discovers shes not a skywalker, but a kenobi. Star wars 9 is officially titled the rise of skywalker. We have a theory about who both of reys parents are in star. And her experience heading into the dark side hole to find her parents, only.
Yeah, i definitely see the writing on the wall that korkie kryze is obiwan and satines son. It shows kenobi s transition from the great jedi master to an exile while still giving in to his call of helping people when he can. Kenobi is a novel written by author john jackson miller. Some even go as far to say shes a relation of emperor palpatine. His idea is that rey was born to a child that obiwan had. Even though the last jedi supposedly told us who rey is, fans havent believed it.
His strong connection to luke skywalker, as revealed in the canon novels, is a crucial piece of evidence for believing reys identity is known and understood by lukes inner circle. Yoda still has lessons to bestow on young skywalker. Is rey in the new star wars a kenobi or a skywalker. The life and legend of obiwan kenobi by ryder windham. Dec 27, 2015 if rey is a kenobi admit it, youre convinced, this would be a profound and emotional reversal of the role of mentor and teacher. Since the 2000s prequel trilogy, and according to the 2018 comic book darth vader. Kylo ren is the chosen name of ben solo, the only child of original star wars trilogy characters han solo and princess leia organa. Rey herself didnt seem to know, staying in the outer rim wastes of jakku in the hopes that one day her family. Unaware of her lineage as the granddaughter of the emperor, rey was the only name she went by prior to assuming the skywalker. Leia was actually taught by the force ghosts of obiwan kenobi and even, occasionally, jedi master yoda.
We have a theory about who both of reys parents are in star wars. It wouldnt be wild speculation to assume that luke will now train rey in the ways of the jedi in episode 8. My personal theory is that rey is both a skywalker and a kenobi. John jackson millers kenobi is an addictive, engrossing tale that explores obiwans exile on tatooine with wildly entertaining themes perfect for a western. The last jedi reveals an essential connection between anakin skywalker and rey. While the question of who is reys father obviously wont be definitively answered until a future star wars episode, if it were a horse race, the consensus currently seems to be luke skywalker leading down the backstretch, closely followed by han solo, with obi wan kenobi, contending as reys grandfather, making a strong break around the. But lately, i cant get this thought out of my head. At the end of the rise of skywalker, rey adopts skywalker as her surname, despite being the granddaughter of emperor palpatine. And lucasfilm story group creative executive pablo hidalgo, key. The entire scene where rey finds the books is a call back to lukes experience with the dark side in empire. Dec 14, 2016 now, the notion that rey s parents are not on rebels doesnt necessarily discredit the idea that shes a kenobi.
The rise of skywalker showed rey using force heal, but this. The rise of skywalker novel edits reys parents, yet. Does the star wars 9 title mean rey is a skywalker. Kenobi wookieepedia is a star wars legends novel by john jackson miller, concerning obiwan ben kenobis first weeks in exile on tatooine. If you went out early to see the film, lets discuss. In fact, it strongly suggests that lor san tekka was an obiwan kenobiesque character in force awakens, watching rey from afar. Dec 11, 2016 is rey related to obiwan kenobi in star wars. His comics work includes writing for iron man, mass effect, bart simpson, and indiana jones. Powerful with the force, rey trains to be a jedi under luke skywalker and. Rey kenobi is a struggling archaeologist at the british museum who wants nothing more than to fulfill her adoptive fathers dream. The novel takes place between the events of star wars. Through this book, readers will get glimpses inside obiwans head as he reflects on anakin skywalker and the events of revenge of the sith. Kenobi by john jackson miller from amazons fiction books store.
Could she also be the reincarnation of anakin skywalker. Reys connection to the lightsaber is going to be a key plot point in the last jedi. There is a lot of evidence to support both fan theories. May 27, 2017 rey s connection to the lightsaber is going to be a key plot point in the last jedi. Luke skywalker was the one who collected the books rey has been. Disney already has some book or disney plus show ready to explain. If rey is a kenobi admit it, youre convinced, this would be a profound and emotional reversal of the role of mentor and teacher. Even though the common theory is that rey will turn out to be a skywalker, various tidbits of information say otherwise. The rise of skywalker novel edits reys parents, yet again. In the book, its confirmed that reys father was also a clone of the emperor. Kylo ren is a fictional character and major antagonist in the star wars franchise.
Rian johnson made the last jedi to undo the trilogy claims star wars editors vincent vendetta details on his youtube channel the notion that rey is. Kenobi takes place between the end of episode iii revenge of the sith and the beginning of episode iv a new hope star wars with obiwan kenobi living on tatooine and secretly looking out for young luke skywalker as he grows up. The vision came to an end, she fell to the floor, and she heard the voice of the longdeceased jedi master obiwan kenobi. Ive always supported rey kenobiskywalker or rey skynobi, but if they were going to reintroduce mara jade as reys mother lukes wife and obi. It shows kenobis transition from the great jedi master to an exile while still giving in to his call of helping people when he can. Ive always supported rey kenobi skywalker or rey skynobi, but if they were going to reintroduce mara jade as rey s mother lukes wife and obiwans daughter, thatd be the icing on the cake for me.
Originally conceived as a graphic novel, kenobi was created in response to a challenge by millers editors to do something never before attemptedstar wars as a western, with obiwan as the drifter, determined homesteader moisture farmers. Dec 01, 2017 7 legit possibilities for rey s parents in the last jedi. Star wars by john jackson miller, paperback barnes. Dec 22, 2015 well, taking only the 7 films and the 2 tv series as canon, i can only think of one woman obiwan ever considered leaving the jedi order for. Of all the theories, obiwan kenobi being her relative seems the most plausible. Theyre also siblings, and were about to make that all make sense. I support rey as a strong, forcewielding woman, no matter what her origin reveal turns out to be. Its simple, the timelines work out, theyve obscured just enough of his background, his appearance is apt, etc. I think though the answer may be shes rey kenobi spoilers by the way. They mostly talked about books i already knew about, but then they dropped the news. Kenobi by john jackson miller goodreads share book. This crazy star wars theory about reys past is also totally conceivable. Therefore, hes essentially the prime candidate for reys father if. An archive of our own, a project of the organization for transformative works.
This is why she looks a little like his twin sister, leia, and also. Some say shes rey solo and others say shes rey skywalker. Luke skywalkers gamechanging destruction of the death star has made him not only a hero of the rebel alliance but a valuable asset in the ongoing battle against the empire. I explained it all via mind wipes and luke skywalkers crumbled jedi dreams and all. From his days as a padawan learner to his mastery of jedi knighthood, obiwan kenobis life helped shape the fate of the entire galaxy. Jan 01, 20 john jackson millers kenobi is an addictive, engrossing tale that explores obiwans exile on tatooine with wildly entertaining themes perfect for a western. We have a theory about who both of reys parents are in. Sure, anakins lightsaber may have called to rey, but obiwan was. The skywalker family is a fictional family in the star wars franchise. It is set during the early days of obiwans exile on tatooine. Read everything there is to know about the incredible life of the most revered jedi master ever, from his first meeting with anakin skywalker to his final meeting with darth vader. Rey kenobi meta compilation of rey and obiwan kenobi parallels obiwan is associated with a significant shift in the force, as he was the first jedi in a millennium to defeat a sith lord.
Rey is a skywalker but not the daughter of luke or han solo and kyra star wars 8 hero rey is still missing her parents but the popular theories about luke or han solo and kyra don. How star wars the rise of skywalker addresses reys parentage. So for that small period of time only me and those other 19 star wars expanded universe fans knew that this book was coming. Jan 19, 2016 9 reasons rey is totally not a skywalker. Episode ix tells us whether rey is a skywalker, a kenobi, a nobody. Everyday low prices on a huge range of new releases and classic fiction.
This blog is dramafree and open to all ships, fan theories, and opinions. Writer and game designer john jackson miller is the author of star wars. Oh, did i mention there was no cell reception in this convention hall. The rise of skywalker finally reveals reys lineage. Hyperdrive complications prevented queen amidalas ship from traveling in tpm while obiwan was aboard. And lucasfilm story group creative executive pablo hidalgo, keyholder of all official star wars canon details. As for gad being able to ask the questions about the possibility of rey being a skywalker or kenobi, disney might have also used this as misdirection since these ideas are the subject of the most popular star wars. Abrams books thats why i dont see rey s origin as lazy writing. Lukes lightsaber and r2d2 turning back on only after rey appears support luke as her father while her accent and both obi wans calling out to her in the flashback scene at mazs supoort support the theory that she is obi wans granddaughter. Both the original trilogy and the prequels deal with a skywalkerkenobi conflict. Close encounters on the appalachian trail walker, bill on. Rey skywalker was a forcesensitive human female who, after years of living as a scavenger, became a jedi during the war between the first order and the resistance.
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