When we think of Star Wars, it’s hard to find another image than the moment that R2D2 plays Princess Leia’s message to Obi Wan Kenobi. In fact, most of the best moments in Star Wars include R2D2. How can it be that a droid has such a critical influence on the story? Could it be that R2D2 is the actual hero of Star Wars?

What do Snoke, Rey, and maybe even The Child have in common? Did Palpatine get the idea of the Death Star from the High Republic? And what’s the deal with Obi Wan letting Anakin survive on Mustafar? That’s all next on Hot Takes.

A new Star Wars Book Clarifies Details About Snoke
Source: https://www.cinemablend.com/news/2556559/star-wars-book-clarifies-details-about-snoke

What is the “Starlight Beacon?”
Sources:
https://www.cbr.com/star-wars-everything-know-high-republic-starlight-beacon/

Why did Obi Wan Kenobi leave Anakin alive on Mustafar?
Sources:
https://www.inverse.com/entertainment/star-wars-theory-obi-wan-anakin-duel