I Kinda Feel Like The Inquisitorius Was Wasted.

You know how it feels when Star Wars introduces a group of villains, and you think, “Wow, these characters have potential,” only for them to get sidelined or taken out way too soon?

That’s exactly how a lot of people feel about the Inquisitorius.

Now, don’t get me wrong, there’s a lot to like about the concept of the Inquisitors. They’re former Jedi who turned to the dark side, hunting down their old comrades.

But somewhere along the way, it feels like their potential was wasted. Let’s break it down.

The Narrative Function: Expendable Villains

The Inquisitors were never meant to be as powerful or important as the likes of Darth Vader or Emperor Palpatine.

They were introduced to be lightsaber-wielding antagonists for the heroes to fight without overshadowing the bigger villains.

They were there to hunt down Jedi survivors. characters like Kanan and Ezra in Star Wars Rebels, and they did that… kind of. But the thing is, they never posed a huge threat.

In Rebels, the Grand Inquisitor, who was supposed to be one of the most formidable, gets taken down by Kanan, a Jedi who wasn’t even fully trained at that point.

Then, other Inquisitors show up, only to get easily dispatched by Ahsoka.

They added excitement to the fight scenes, but beyond that, they didn’t leave a lasting impression as real dangers to the core heroes.

Wasted Potential of Great Characters

Even though the Inquisitors often ended up as cannon fodder, some of them had real potential. The Grand Inquisitor was a fascinating character in Rebels, menacing and calculated.

His role could have stretched across several seasons, but instead, he was killed off early in the first season. His death served the story, but it also cut short a villain who could have been a long-term threat.

Then, there’s the case of Reva from Obi-Wan Kenobi. Her backstory as a former Jedi youngling who survived Order 66 was deeply intriguing.

She was hunting down Obi-Wan for personal reasons, which could have led to an even more compelling arc.

However, poor writing and inconsistent character development left her feeling like a missed opportunity.

Fans could see the potential, but she never quite became the impactful character she could’ve been.

These characters, with their emotional backstories and unique connections to the Jedi Order, could have been more fully developed and given bigger roles in the Star Wars universe.

Why Were They So Weak (Despite Their Badass Look)?

It’s important to remember that the Inquisitors weren’t supposed to be as powerful as the Sith.

They were dark side users, yes, but not Sith Lords. They were trained to hunt down Jedi survivors, but only those who posed a smaller threa like younger Padawans or weaker Jedi.

The Empire didn’t want to train anyone who could challenge Vader or Palpatine, so the Inquisitors were intentionally kept weaker.

In Rebels, we see this in action when Ahsoka easily handles two Inquisitors at once. Ahsoka is far more powerful and skilled than they are, so they didn’t stand much of a chance. But it shows that while the Inquisitors were deadly to less experienced Jedi, they were no match for someone of Ahsoka’s caliber.

Could They Have Been Used Better?

Even though their role as minor villains makes sense, it still feels like the Inquisitors could have been utilized better. Imagine if they were built up a little more before being taken down.

The Grand Inquisitor, for example, could have remained a constant threat across multiple seasons of Rebels, growing in power and danger as Kanan and Ezra developed.

Instead, he’s gone before the first season even ends.

Reva’s character could’ve been much more impactful with better writing and character development.

Her motivations were intriguing, and her backstory offered so much emotional depth, but she never quite reached her potential. If her storyline had been handled differently, she could have become a fan-favorite villain.

There’s even room to dive deeper into the backstories of other Inquisitors. A TV series, comic, or book focusing on the Jedi hunts from the Inquisitors’ perspective could have offered a fresh take, exploring their emotional and moral conflicts.I

It’s something we’ve seen bits of, but not enough to truly satisfy fans who wanted more from these dark side hunters.

Do you think the Inquisitors were wasted, or did they serve their purpose? Let’s chat about it!