These Are 5 Jedi Who HATED Clone Troopers

You know, the Jedi had a pretty complicated relationship with the Clone Troopers during the war. Most of them respected the clones and even grew close to their battalions. 

But not all Jedi felt that way. In fact, some absolutely hated working with the clones, and honestly, I can’t blame them.

Whether it was mistrust, disdain, or deeper emotional scars, there were a few Jedi who made it clear that their bond with the clones was shaky at best.

Here are five Jedi who outright hated the Clone Troopers, and trust me, their stories might surprise you.

Rahm Kota

When the Clone Wars began, Rahm Kota stood apart from his fellow Jedi. While most Jedi generals embraced their roles commanding clone troopers, Kota refused. He didn’t trust the clones—he saw them as tools, lacking the creativity and experience of real soldiers.

Instead, Kota took a bold step. He built his own militia, handpicking volunteers from across the galaxy. Rahm Kota’s Militia became a unique combat unit during the Clone Wars. 

These battle-hardened soldiers fought in the service of the Galactic Republic but operated independently from the Grand Army of the Republic.

Kota’s recruits came from diverse backgrounds—local militias, mercenary groups, and even former Separatist prisoners of war. Unlike the clones, these troops chose to fight under Kota’s command, forging a bond of loyalty and trust.

When Supreme Chancellor Palpatine issued Order 66, the clones turned on their Jedi generals without hesitation, executing them in cold blood. But Kota’s decision to lead his own militia proved to be his salvation. His troops weren’t bound by the Emperor’s orders—they remained loyal to their General.

Together, Kota and his militia disappeared into hiding, evading the Empire’s reach during the Great Jedi Purge.

Caleb Dume

Caleb Dume, later known as Kanan Jarrus, began his journey as a Jedi Padawan under the mentorship of Jedi Master Depa Billaba. 

Together, they led a battalion of clone troopers during the Clone Wars, forming close bonds with soldiers like Commander Grey and Captain Styles. Caleb admired the clones, viewing them as comrades and friends.

However, the issuance of Order 66 shattered this camaraderie. The clones, following the directive to eliminate all Jedi, turned against their generals without hesitation. 

On the planet Kaller, Caleb witnessed the devastating betrayal as his trusted soldiers attacked. Master Billaba sacrificed herself, urging Caleb to flee. Confused and heartbroken, he escaped into the wilderness, evading relentless pursuit.

This harrowing experience left deep emotional scars. Caleb adopted the alias Kanan Jarrus, concealing his Jedi identity to survive. His trust in others, especially clones, was profoundly shaken.

As we see in Star Wars Rebels, when Kanan encounters Captain Rex and his companions, Wolffe and Gregor, he immediately reacts with fear and anger. 

The moment he realizes they are clones, Kanan ignites his lightsaber without hesitation, prepared to fight. The trauma of betrayal still lingers, driving his instinct to protect himself and those he cares about.

It takes time and Rex’s calm demeanor to convince Kanan that not all clones are his enemies. These clones had removed their inhibitor chips and weren’t part of the Jedi purge. 

Slowly, Kanan begins to see that Rex and his brothers are different, but the scars of Order 66 don’t fade easily.

Quinlan Vos

Quinlan Vos, a Kiffar Jedi Master, was known for his unorthodox methods and deep undercover missions during the Clone Wars. His psychometric abilities made him an exceptional tracker, often operating in the shadows to gather intelligence for the Jedi Order.

Vos harbored a deep-seated mistrust of clone troopers, viewing them as mere instruments of war devoid of genuine empathy. 

In issue 81 of Star Wars: Republic by John Ostrander and Jan Duursema, we see Vos openly express his disdain for the clones in a conversation with Luminara Unduli. 

He describes them as lacking empathy, nothing more than “living weapons” engineered for war. To Vos, they were tools of destruction, far removed from the values of peace and justice the Jedi stood for.

Vos saw the clones’ creation as inherently at odds with the Jedi’s mission, and while his views were harsh, they weren’t entirely without merit. The clones were bred for combat, their entire existence revolving around war, while the Jedi had been dragged into a conflict they were never meant to lead.

Pong Krell

Pong Krell, a Besalisk Jedi General during the Clone Wars, was notorious for his harsh leadership and blatant disregard for clone trooper lives. 

Unlike other Jedi, Krell viewed clones as expendable tools, often addressing them by their numerical designations rather than acknowledging their individuality. His command decisions led to unusually high casualty rates among his troops, fostering resentment and mistrust.

During the Battle of Umbara, Krell’s contempt for clones became alarmingly evident. He issued reckless orders, resulting in unnecessary deaths and lowered morale. His insistence on direct assaults without adequate intelligence or support caused many to question his motives. 

The climax of his disdain occurred when he manipulated clone units into attacking each other, disguising friendly forces as enemies to sow chaos and further his hidden agenda.

It was later revealed that Krell had succumbed to the dark side, seeking to undermine the Republic’s efforts in hopes of becoming Count Dooku’s apprentice. His betrayal culminated in a violent confrontation with his own men. 

The clones, led by Captain Rex, arrested Krell after a fierce battle. Ultimately, clone trooper Dogma executed Krell for his treachery, bringing an end to his destructive command.

Mace Windu

Mace Windu’s relationship with the Clone Troopers was far more complicated than it seemed on the surface. While other Jedi forged bonds with their clone soldiers, Windu saw something deeper—something that haunted him. 

The clones reminded him of a choice he had made on Geonosis, a choice that he believed had allowed the Clone Wars to spiral into chaos.

In the Shatterpoint novel, Windu reflects on the events of that fateful day. In his dreams, he replays the moments on the balcony of the Geonosian arena. He describes the vivid image of his purple lightsaber flaring in the orange glow of Geonosis, imagining what could have been:

“In my dreams, the purple flare of my blade sizzles the gray hairs of Dooku’s beard. In the critical second it takes Jango Fett to aim and fire, I twitch that blade and take Dooku with me into death, saving the galaxy from Civil War.”

What makes this reflection even more powerful is that Windu knew he could have done it. Using his rare Force ability, Shatterpoint, he could see the cracks in the moment—how killing Dooku would have ended the Clone Wars before they even began. 

But Windu chose the Jedi path, sparing Dooku, and that decision haunted him ever since.

Throughout the Clone Wars, Windu was reminded of this regret every time he faced the clones. 

The novel highlights two deeply emotional moments for Windu: first, during a conversation with a clone officer, and second, when he encounters the lifeless bodies of four helmetless clones on the battlefield. 

In those faces, he didn’t just see fallen soldiers—he saw Jango Fett’s face staring back at him, repeated four times.