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Rebels Writer Henry Gilroy Says Sabine’s Jedi Turn in Ahsoka Was Never the Plan

He contends the choice retreads Ezra’s arc, with Season 2 positioned as the next chance to revisit the direction.

Overview

  • Speaking on the Pod of Rebellion podcast, Gilroy called Sabine becoming a Jedi “absolutely not the plan.”
  • He said the Rebels writers discussed the idea in season 3 but rejected it as a retread that would step on Ezra Bridger’s story and be “overkill.”
  • Gilroy noted he had no involvement with Ahsoka and described the decision as a surprise.
  • He cited Sabine’s Darksaber journey in Rebels as a meaningful, non‑Jedi path that already conveyed Jedi ideals.
  • Coverage highlights divided fan reaction to Ahsoka’s approach and points to the renewed Season 2 as the venue to address these criticisms.