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The Accidental Birth of Star Wars’ Ahsoka Tano: A George Lucas Misstep

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Ever wonder where your favorite Star Wars’ characters originated? Well, you might be surprised! The compelling Ahsoka Tano character wasn’t initially part of George Lucas’s famed saga. In fact, her introduction was nothing short of a happy accident.

Key Takeaways:

– Ahsoka Tano was unintentionally added to the Star Wars franchise.
– George Lucas momentarily forgot that the character didn’t exist.
– Supervising director, Dave Filoni, capitalized on Lucas’s error.
– Ahsoka Tano became a fan-favorite and now has her own series on Disney+.

When George Lucas Unknowingly Created Ahsoka Tano

It’s common knowledge that Ahsoka Tano wasn’t a founding member of the Star Wars roster. Interestingly, her addition to Star Wars: The Clone Wars’ cast was unintentional. It happened during a casual visit by George Lucas post-retirement. Lucas, known for adding cool stuff to the franchise, mistakenly suggested that Anakin Skywalker had a Padawan – Ahsoka Tano.

In a conversation with Rebel Force Radio, Dave Filoni, the supervising director for the series, shared this memorable moment. According to Filoni, Lucas was convinced that Anakin already had Padawan by his side, forgetting that Ahsoka did not exist in the Star Wars universe at the time.

Riding Along with Lucas’s Vision

Initially, Filoni was uncertain about incorporating a Padawan for Anakin Skywalker. However, instead of dismissing Lucas’s claim, Filoni chose to explore the suggestion further. Filoni believed the key was to understand why Lucas wanted to introduce a Padawan and how this could potentially develop the storyline.

As conversations progressed, Filoni found himself taken by the character of Ahsoka Tano. Despite the initial reservations, Filoni admitted that Ahsoka quickly became one of his favorite characters.

How Ahsoka Tano Stole the Show

Once created, Ahsoka’s character took the franchise by storm. Proving popular among fans, this was a clear indication that George Lucas’s unintentional character creation had been a great decision. Ahsoka’s popularity ultimately led to her starring in her own series named Ahsoka. At present, the series has a solid rating of 7.5/10 on IMDB and an impressive 86% on Rotten Tomatoes.

A Miss or a Hit?

In retrospect, the character of Ahsoka Tano was born out of a misinterpretation — George Lucas’s failure to remember that she didn’t exist in his own franchise. However, accepting this unintended suggestion has proven fruitful. It has provided the Star Wars universe with a beloved character who continues to enthrall fans.

In conclusion, sometimes slips can metamorphose into something phenomenal, just as demonstrated by the accidental creation of Ahsoka Tano. As fans, we can only be thrilled by such refreshing twists that bring unexpected forms of entertainment.

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Megan Dianehttps://www.projectcasting.com
Hi, I'm Megan Browne, the Head of Partnerships at Project Casting - a job board for the entertainment industry. As Head of Partnerships, I help businesses find the best talent for their influencer campaigns, photo shoots, and film productions. Creating these partnerships has enabled me to help businesses scale and reach their true potential. I'm excited to continue driving growth by connecting people with projects they're passionate about.

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