Clone Wars Rewatch-Season 4: Episodes 15-18

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05/18/25 • 81 min

When Obi-Wan Kenobi fakes his own death, the Jedi may win the battle—but lose Anakin Skywalker’s trust forever. This four-part Clone Wars arc is where the cracks start to show, and Palpatine starts to win.

We break down:
– Anakin’s grief and rage after Obi-Wan’s “death”
– The ethical trap of "The Box" and the bounty hunter code
– Palpatine’s manipulation at its finest
– Why Qui-Gon Jinn might have been the key to saving Anakin

Deception, loyalty, betrayal, and the long shadow of Darth Vader—all in one arc. Subscribe and dive in.

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Anakin Skywalker is forced to confront his darkest memories when faced with the one thing he hates most: slavers. In this explosive arc from The Clone Wars, we break down how trauma, ethics, and philosophy collide—from Ahsoka’s savage combat evolution to droids begging for freedom.

We’re diving into:
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Whether you’re new to Clone Wars or deep in your 10th rewatch, this arc will hit you hard.

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In this episode, we unpack:
– Maul’s transformation from silent killer to tragic monster
– Savage Opress and the twisted bond of blood
– Zombie warriors, green mist magic, and Talzin’s dark powers
– Ventress' surprising redemption—and team-up with Obi-Wan

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Transcript

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