When Luke Skywalker presented Grogu with a choice between Yoda’s lightsaber and the beskar chainmail in The Book of Boba Fett, it sparked debates among fans.
Why did he force such a choice on a youngling? Was Luke adopting the rigid, outdated policies of the old Jedi Order?
Here’s why Luke might have believed giving Grogu a choice was the right call.
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Luke’s Limited Knowledge of Jedi History
Luke’s understanding of the Jedi was based on what Yoda and Obi-Wan taught him, which wasn’t exactly the full picture. He had only a fragmented view of the old Jedi Order, including the strict “no attachments” rule. The idea behind this rule was to prevent emotional ties that could lead to the Dark Side.
But in Luke’s case, his lack of comprehensive training and exposure to Jedi philosophy might have made him fall back on these rigid traditions, not realizing they were partly to blame for the Order’s downfall.
It’s like trying to put together a puzzle with missing pieces—Luke did his best with what he knew.
The “no attachments” policy seemed like the safe route for a youngling like Grogu, especially given the little green guy’s strong bond with Din Djarin. But was that really the right call, considering Luke’s own experiences where love and attachment helped redeem his father?
Providing Grogu with a Way Out
A popular fan theory suggests that Luke wasn’t trying to trap Grogu into one path; he was actually offering an escape hatch.
Luke saw how torn Grogu was between his Mandalorian family and Jedi training. Instead of forcing Grogu to become a Jedi, he presented a choice that many Jedi younglings never got—a real decision about their future.
This approach could be seen as Luke’s way of respecting Grogu’s bond with Din. If Grogu wasn’t ready to fully commit to the Jedi path, forcing him into it could’ve done more harm than good. It’s like telling a friend, “Look, if you’re not feeling this, I get it. There’s no shame in choosing another path.” By giving Grogu a choice, Luke allowed him to take control of his destiny instead of feeling stuck in a path he wasn’t sure about.
Setting the Stage for a New Path
Grogu’s choice to return to Din didn’t have to be the end of his Force journey; it could just be a different path.
The Star Wars universe already has a precedent for characters who blend different identities, like Tarre Vizsla, the Mandalorian Jedi. By allowing Grogu to step away from the traditional Jedi path, Luke might’ve unintentionally set the stage for something new—a hybrid approach where Grogu could embrace his Mandalorian roots while still wielding the Force.
This could be the kind of narrative that redefines what it means to be a Jedi. Why does a Jedi have to be all-in or nothing?
Maybe the next evolution of the Jedi Order involves embracing attachments while still finding balance. Luke’s decision, while seemingly old-fashioned, might have unintentionally laid the groundwork for a new philosophy that could emerge as Grogu grows and learns.
Conclusion
Luke’s decision to make Grogu choose wasn’t about rigidly adhering to old rules; it was more a reflection of his limited understanding and his attempt to do what he thought was best. By giving Grogu a choice, he respected his freedom, setting the stage for a story where balance doesn’t have to mean giving up everything.
What do you think? Did Luke make the right call, or was he too close to the flawed ways of the old Jedi Order? Could Grogu’s journey hint at a new kind of Jedi Order that embraces attachments? Let’s discuss!