The enigmatic character Baylan Skoll has remained a central mystery in the unfolding narrative of Ahsoka. Throughout the Star Wars series, he has been on a quest to uncover a profound power concealed on the planet Peridea. It is only in the climactic Episode 8 that viewers are granted a tantalizing glimpse into the nature of his mission.
In the Ahsoka finale, Baylan is seen standing alone, gazing out over a vast valley on Peridea. As the camera pans away, it reveals a cluster of statues that hold paramount significance. These statues depict the Father, the Son, and the Daughter—three formidable Force deities introduced in Star Wars: The Clone Wars. The Son symbolizes the Dark side, the Father embodies the Balance, while the Daughter epitomizes the Light. However, the statue representing the Daughter is notably missing its head, presumably eroded by the passage of time.
The key to Baylan's quest appears to lie within the valley beneath these statues, although the precise nature of his pursuit remains shrouded in ambiguity. What is evident is that it is somehow linked to Mortis and the enigmatic Force gods. Given their connection to the World Between Worlds (as evidenced by a mural of the trio guarding its entrance in Star Wars Rebels), it hints at Baylan's potential access to this mystical realm, opening the possibility of harnessing an immense reservoir of Force power. Could it be the Son reaching out to Baylan?
As the series continues to unravel the enigma surrounding Baylan Skoll, audiences are left to ponder the implications of his quest and its connection to the captivating lore of the Force in the Star Wars universe.
Will Baylan Skoll Return in Ahsoka Season 2?
So what does this mean for Baylan Skoll? Finding what he seeks might not be as easy as he believes considering one key figure who appeared in the finale. Anakin Skywalker returns as a Force ghost watching over Ahsoka and Sabine Wren as they settle on Peridea. Considering a theory suggesting Anakin has taken over the role of the Father in the World Between Worlds, Baylan might have some trouble making a connection.
It has truly been an amazing journey and there is little doubt that fans are already looking forward to the second season. In the meantime, all eight episodes of Ahsoka are now streaming on Disney+.
