The Acolyte: Vernestra should lie to Master Yoda

The Acolyte: Vernestra should lie to Master Yoda

As a devoted fan of Star Wars and The High Republic universe, I have been captivated by the enigmatic character of Master Vernestra Rwoh since her introduction. In episode 8 of The Acolyte, we finally delved deeper into her role within Jedi affairs and the lengths she would go to protect herself and the esteemed institution she serves. As the season concluded with her approaching Master Yoda after a meeting with the Chancellor, I couldn’t help but ponder the implications of their upcoming conversation.


In the world of The High Republic, Master Vernestra Rwoh is known for her mysterious demeanor. However, in episode 8 of “The Acolyte,” we unravel some of her secrets as we discover her role within Jedi circles and the extreme measures she’s willing to take to protect herself and her institution. The season concludes with Vernestra approaching Master Yoda for a clandestine conversation following her meeting with the Chancellor. Unfortunately, what she shares with him remains unknown, but it seems she intends to deceive the venerable Jedi Master.

Why Vernestra shouldn’t tell Yoda the truth

Could she deceive Master Yoda for the sake of the Jedi Order? Will she reveal all and entrust the outcome to his wisdom? In this scenario, I’m convinced that bending the truth would be the less harmful option. If Vernestra discloses the truth to Yoda but keeps it concealed, it might tarnish Master Yoda’s revered image and significantly alter our perception of him as a character.

Vernestra has been shown to act in her own best interest

As a dedicated gamer and avid fan of Star Wars lore, I’ve come to appreciate the complexity of characters like Yoda. He may not be infallible, but he’s not all-bad either. I’m excitedly anticipating a potential Season 2, but I sincerely hope it doesn’t portray Yoda as a completely corrupt Jedi Master who conceals fellow Jedi misdeeds and falsely implicates an innocent, deceased being in their stead.

Master Sol has passed away, bringing an end to his role in the tale. Vernestra’s apology for his deceased body doesn’t alter the fact that Sol was wronged in episode 8. I was furious with Sol following the previous episode, but upon reflection, he confessed to killing Mother Aniseya and attempted to shield the children from what he perceived as witches wielding dark powers to create life.

I’ve carried this burden of guilt for decades, knowing full well the transgressions that weigh me down. It’s true that my conscience has been warped by this weight, but that doesn’t excuse my deceit. The Senate already sees me as a questionable character, willing to bend the truth. So, misleading Yoda won’t tarnish my reputation any further in their eyes.

The Acolyte: Vernestra should lie to Master Yoda

Why it’s best not to show Master Yoda as the bad guy in this story

In episode 8, I was blown away by the shocking revelation that Vernestra had been Qimir’s Jedi Master. The question now is: will she come clean to Yoda about Qimir’s survival and his new apprentice, Osha? If she chooses to keep this a secret, it paints her in a negative light, but if she confesses everything, she may be able to lessen some of the blame. However, it seems that Vernestra is more concerned with shielding herself than with protecting the Jedi Order at this moment. Sadly, she failed in her role as Qimir’s master, leading him down a dark path. Instead of acknowledging her mistakes and taking responsibility, she’s working tirelessly to keep the truth hidden from all.

An undesirable situation would arise if Yoda discovers the truth and then spends the following decades trying to hide it. It would be much more unfortunate if Yoda suspects that the Sith are still active, choosing to ignore the situation on Brendok and Khofar, allowing an innocent Jedi Master’s reputation to be tarnished for crimes he didn’t commit. However, there’s a chance that Yoda could be truthful about the events unfolding. If that happens, the investigation may not reach a definitive conclusion, and Yoda might believe Sol was driven mad due to guilt.

As someone who has been following the Star Wars universe for decades, I must admit that the introduction of “The Acolyte” series has left me with a mix of excitement and disappointment. While the concept of exploring a new Jedi in the post-Order 66 era is intriguing, the portrayal of most Jedi characters so far has been underwhelming to say the least.

The Acolyte is streaming on Disney+.

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2024-07-18 15:22

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