Who Survives, Who Perishes, and Who Recounts the Tale of Watto?
In the latest instalment of the Star Wars comic series, "Legacy of Vader" #2, the focus is less on the legacy of the infamous Sith Lord and more on the power of storytelling. This week, the second issue of the series is out, and it takes readers on a thrilling journey to Tatooine, the desert planet where the story unfolds.
Kylo Ren, the enigmatic villain of the current Star Wars saga, is on a mission. He seeks to find out who enslaved Darth Vader and, accompanied by VaneΓ©, a former attendant of Vader, ventures to Watto's junkyard. The junk dealer, known for his slave ownership, including Anakin Skywalker and his mother, plays a significant role in the narrative.
However, the fate of Watto is not definitively known in the issue. The second issue teased that Watto might have met his end, but the details remain a mystery. This ambiguity has sparked intellectual curiosity among fans, with many debating the significance of Watto's death, if indeed he is dead.
VaneΓ©, with his extensive knowledge of Vader's history, reveals to Ren that he has access to secret files Palpatine kept on his apprentice. This revelation adds another layer to the story, as the truth about Vader's past begins to unravel.
Interestingly, the debate and analysis around the canonical interpretation of the Star Wars story has been significant. The canonical interpretation, or the official version of events, has shaped the consumption of the Star Wars universe above all else. However, the story of Watto's fate matters as much as the story that would deliver those facts.
In the comic, Kylo Ren is intent on controlling his story and the story of those that came before him in a destructive manner. He even goes so far as to erase Anakin's name from a list of winners of the Boonta Eve Classic, a significant event in Tatooine's history.
The theme of "Legacy of Vader" #2 is about the power of projecting and presenting narratives. Ren imagines Vader slaughtering Watto in the junkyard, believing it to be part of Vader's legacy. However, the fact that we do not know the fate of Watto is more intriguing than the regurgitation of Darth Vader killing a character.
In conclusion, "Legacy of Vader" #2 offers a thought-provoking exploration of storytelling and the power it holds. The mystery of Watto's fate serves as a captivating narrative device, keeping readers on the edge of their seats. As the series continues, we can expect more twists and turns as the story of Vader's past unfolds.
