Several important revelations have occurred in Part V. First, we confirm the true origins of Reva. Second, we confirm the fate of the Grand Inquisitor. Lastly, we see how tremendously powerful Darth Vader is.
Jabiim Compromised. It seems every Star Wars story needs a tracker. The Obi Wan Kenobi series is no exception. Third Sister’s gambit worked, and the fugitives have indeed returned to Jabiim. Vader is hot on their heels thanks to the Third Sister’s quick thinking.
Flashbacks and Blind Spots. This is the core of this week’s part of the story. Vader and Kenobi both hearkened back to Anakin’s training, attempting to anticipate each other’s move in this game of force chess. Kenobi knew Vader would aggressively pursue him. He knew Vader would continue to furiously press the attack in order to achieve his goal. Kenobi knew that Vader didn’t believe in mercy, even as a padawan. Kenobi also knew that Vader expected him to surrender in order to protect the refugees. Kenobi also gambled that Reva would engage Vader herself as she has been stalking Vader for years. Vader anticipated one trap, however he missed Kenobi’s next move. Weaponless and captured, Kenobi is still a formidable opponent.
“Your need for victory blinds you.” The refugees sent a decoy ship into flight. Kenobi anticipated Vader’s reaction and power. Vader recognized the ruse too late, and the refugees got away on the second ship in the hanger. His singular focus was on capturing Kenobi. He failed to stretch out with his feelings and recognize that there was no one on the ship he captured with the force. His mistake is mirrored by his failure to anticipate Kenobi using the force to snatch the lightsaber from him as a padawan.
Opportunity Lost? It is worth noting that it did not appear that either Vader or the Grand Inquisitor took notes or intelligence from the Jabiim base. Perhaps they will return later…
Reva Survives? Vader continues to compound mistakes. You must always ensure your enemy is dead. Reva may very well survive to continue to be a thorn in the side of Vader. However, could she offer up a different prize to get back into his good graces?
