Delusions Of Grandeur The Last Command Ch. 25-29
Jan 4, 2024
The thrilling climax has arrived, featuring a daring infiltration of a cloning facility by Han and Leia. Tension builds with R2 hacking systems and a dramatic confrontation with Jorus Sabath. Luke faces a moral dilemma against his own clone while Mara battles the dark side. The chaos unfolds in a fierce throne room duel, culminating in Sabath's explosive downfall. As Thrawn meets an unexpected end, the gang prepares for fresh adventures. Tune in for trivia and a sneak peek into the upcoming season, where more excitement awaits!
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Cinematic, Film‑Ready Storytelling
- Timothy Zahn's Thrawn Trilogy reads cinematically, with scenes that feel film-ready and visually rich.
- Emily Gattuck and Kelly Jones praise Zahn's plotting and vivid set pieces as a key strength.
Han Using Himself As Bait
- Emily and Kelly recount Han Solo's comedic baiting antics where he repeatedly draws fire to be heroic.
- They highlight a scene where Han runs across a corridor to get stormtroopers to shoot so Chewie can blast them.
Cloning As Psychological Weapon
- Joris Sabaoth weaponizes cloning and mind-control, reframing clones as tools to remake minds, not mere soldiers.
- This reveals Zahn's darker view of cloning and mental manipulation in the trilogy's stakes.