The latest episode of The Acolyte is an improvement from previous entries, with the absence of space witch chants that plagued previous episodes. However, the episode still falls short and ends on an irritating cliffhanger after only a 30-minute runtime. The weekly release schedule for Disney’s Star Wars shows is not ideal for short episodes like The Acolyte, which could benefit from dropping at least two episodes per week.
In this episode, the Jedi and Osha discuss their next steps on Coruscant, with plans to travel to Khofar where they suspect Osha’s Jedi-killing twin Mae is headed. Among the expedition to the jungle planet is Bazil, a Tynnan Tracker who stands out as a fan-favorite character in The Acolyte so far. However, Bazil disappears while tracking Mae, leaving his handlers frustrated.
Mae and Qimir head to Khofar, with Qimir becoming more mysterious with each episode. Their argument about Mae’s future plans hints at a possible Sith connection for Qimir. When Mae reaches Kelnacca, a Wookie Jedi, she finds him dead, believed to have been killed by a lightsaber. When the Jedi arrive, a Sith appears, leading to a cliffhanger ending with a looming battle.
As the episode hints at a potential Sith connection for Qimir, theories suggest that he may be an apprentice to a Dark Lord of the Sith. The identity of the Sith remains a mystery, with possibilities including Osha and Mae’s mother or Darth Tenebrous. The episode leaves viewers intrigued about the Sith storyline and eager for more answers in the upcoming episodes.
Despite the improvements in this episode, The Acolyte still suffers from wooden dialogue, odd pacing, and a lack of compelling characters. The sudden end of the episode and the premature death of Kelnacca leave viewers wanting more and hoping for further development in future episodes. The Star Wars series continues to deliver mixed results, with moments of intrigue but also moments of mediocrity.
As the mystery of the Sith deepens and the plot thickens, viewers are left with more questions than answers. The potential for an epic battle between Jedi and Sith adds to the anticipation for future episodes. While the series has its flaws, the overarching storyline of The Acolyte keeps viewers engaged and eager for more revelations in the episodes to come.
