Star Wars Celebration Unveils Ahsoka Season 2 Details

Dave Filoni took to the stage at Star Wars Celebration, ostensibly for a retrospective look at season one of Ahsoka. However, the main attraction was, of course, the highly anticipated news regarding season two of the Rosario Dawson-starring series. Fans have been eagerly awaiting updates since the emotional and open-ended season one finale in late 2023, and Filoni finally delivered.

Inspired by retro advertisements for A New Hope’s sequel before any filming had commenced for Empire Strikes Back, the new teaser for season 2 is comprised entirely of concept art, accompanied by voiceover narration that hints at the impending battle between the New Republic and the Imperial Remnant. The tease includes glimpses of fleet battles between New Republic and Remnant ships, with Ezra suiting up alongside New Republic pilots to take the fight to the Empire.

Meanwhile, in the galaxy where Ahsoka and Sabine remained after season one, the Master and Padawan are seen exploring ancient ruins and battling giant, old droid guardians. The narration teases a final confrontation with Baylan Skoll, culminating their journey. Other intriguing shots include David Tennant’s droid Huyang facing off against Shin Hati, seemingly splitting his arms into multiples, and Chopper blasting away with a massive repeater cannon.

The trailer also confirms that Rebels’ Zeb Orrelios, after his live-action debut in The Mandalorian, will finally be reunited with his animated compatriots. Ahsoka’s first season consisted of eight episodes and explored the life of Dawson’s Ahsoka Tano, spinning off from her live-action debut in The Mandalorian. The season also featured fellow Star Wars Rebels heroes Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla, and Ezra Bridger.

The season introduced Grand Admiral Thrawn to live-action for the first time and featured the return of Hayden Christensen as future Darth Vader Anakin Skywalker. The Star Wars Celebration panel confirmed the news that Game of Thrones star Rory McCann will take over the role of former Jedi Baylan Skoll, stepping in for the late Ray Stevenson, who portrayed the character in season one.

Further teases included the fact that Admiral Ackbar will appear in the season, going "head to head" with Thrawn, and Hayden Christensen will reprise his role as the chosen one, Anakin Skywalker.

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