Delusions Of Grandeur Children of the Jedi Ch. 4 - 8
Sep 18, 2024
They unpack a seriously battered Luke Skywalker dealing with concussions, collapsing lungs, and bizarre implanted memories. Leia and Han romp through multi-biome landscapes, dive bars, and archives while chasing hidden tunnels. A looming grey dreadnought, indoctrination horrors, anxious droids, and a surprising Jawa-sourced lightsaber add chaos and mystery.
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Novelty Of A Fantasy-Toned Star Wars
- The hosts frame Children of the Jedi as unusually literary and fantasy-leaning within Star Wars lore.
- Emily and Kelly highlight mood, prose, and odd character names as signs of a different tone.
Concussed Luke Wins Fans
- Luke's physical injuries make him more human and compelling in this arc.
- The hosts love 'concussed Luke' as a recurring, sympathetic motif in the story.
Trauma Explains Luke's Restraint
- The book offers a plausible emotional reason for Luke's changed behavior, like losing his right hand.
- Kelly notes this explains why Luke stopped cussing and became more measured.
