Delusions Of Grandeur The Truce At Bakura Ch. 11-15
May 18, 2023
In a thrilling turn of events, Governor Nereus's plot to poison Luke with mysterious worms is unveiled. Eppie Belden, an unexpected emo-hacker-grandma, leads a rebellion from her cozy home. Leia's daring resistance lands her in capture, while Threepio becomes an unlikely hero with a secret plan. Meanwhile, Han Solo's stealthy antics lead to his own heroic moment. As tensions rise, the fearsome Ssi-ruuk make their long-anticipated arrival, leaving listeners on the edge of their seats!
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Healing Builds Political Trust
- Luke's Force healing shows limits and can increase sympathy for Jedi among skeptics.
- Emily and Kelly highlight how small acts of compassion shift political perceptions on Bakara.
Corporate Espionage Drives Betrayal
- Governor Nereus secretly collaborates with the Ssi-ruuk and plots to hand over Luke for their experiments.
- Kelly and Emily note Bacara's corporate espionage culture shapes these betrayals.
Rebuilding Government Presents A Choice
- The nascent New Republic faces a choice between recreating old power structures or redefining freedom.
- Hosts connect this to broader EU themes about post-Imperial governance.
