The Elder

The old sith lord we've always needed and we could only get through a japanese lense. Its fiction compells an amazing design and also a classic but pleasing samurai showdown ending. Inspiration from local folklore is obvious but astonishing when expresses through this medium.

I really liked the premise of this episode. The creepy, ancient Sith Lord was a good idea and it was generally kinda spooky. But I was hoping it would lean into the spook but it didn't quite meet that expectation. Honestly less dialogue might have helped, it's one of those things where you don't need an explanation for. I could be wrong but hey that's my opinion. I think the creators needed a little more time to make this episode perfect.

Anyways, one of the most solid episodes. Left a slight bit to be desired.

I really enjoyed this one. I wish it was longer and we could get a whole series or full show of this. I really liked the Master-Padawan dynamic and how in this short the universe felt like how Star Wars 'should' IMO. I really like the concept of them feeling darkness for the first time in years and going to find out what it is. This is a great idea for a full series, the darkness is making a return in the shadows and it needs to be taken care of. I know some or many won't agree but this is just my opinion and idc.

I love how atmospheric this short feels, especially during the first scene where the villain is shown. James Hong gives a fantastically creepy performance and the two leads are likable enough. The final battle is incredibly well staged and I especially loved the way it ended.

Very good and interesting story. I love the idea of learning jedis meeting unusual and mysterious sith lords. However the fights didn't quite get too me (definetly not the main focus of the episode).