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I had been looking forward to this show for a while, but was a little hesitant to watch it after seeing so many negative reviews. Had some time this evening to give it a shot, and I'm still processing what I just watched.

It's not fair to judge a whole show off of one episode, but I have to say the start is not promising. Some characters (Master Sol) seem to fit and fill out their role well, others (Yord) feel incredibly forced. Dialogue is painful, and the special effects really don't seem too, well, "special". The worst part for me though is that this doesn't even feel like Star Wars.

Having been on several of Disney's newer rides, it felt more like I was watching a play that was moving from one section of a theme park attraction to another. Camera angles were odd, sets looked detailed, but I didn't feel truly immersed in the story. This felt more like a junior high production than something with a Broadway-level budget.

Not sure I'll be able to finish this one off, depending on how the next few episodes play out. I'll give it a try, but this feels like a show without the soul of Star Wars.

I've enjoyed this series so far (much more than Obi Wan and Boba Fett), but this episode definitely throttled things up. Pacing was a bit of an issue the first two episodes, but this one finally hit a groove.

I especially appreciated the developing dynamic between Ahsoka and Sabine. Ahsoka's "stiffness" the first two episodes threw me off, making her a seemingly distant character compared to the one I've come to appreciate. The transition in this episode - coupled with the growing relationship between her and Sabine - finally gets this show moving in the direction I hoped. Doesn't hurt that Dawson finally gets a chance to shine and prove that she was the right casting for the role. Ready for next Tuesday!