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No that doesn't work. The Mandalorian is dead. Disregarding the STUPID and AWEFUL casting choices in the latest episode, the fact that Bo can openly flaunt Deathwatch, and that the Armorer willingly, casually , and un-organically retracts her faith (as the leader of said fait/cult/ whatever it is.) Is not just jarring, but also fundamentally flawed and out of character, not just in general, but in specificity to that character, and also internally inconsistent. The only way "this works" is if you're dumb as a bag of rocks, the plot *makes* it work, or you've built a TH-cam channel off the back of Star Wars and want to milk the corpse for all it's worth before you can't. Star Wars is dead. It's Dead Jim. Oh wait, that's from the OTHER dead show. 🤬🤬
Ugnaughts are a good example of Din's ability to speak to other cultures, but a better example is how he is able to communicate with the Tusken's. In season 1 he respects their territorial boundaries and speaks to them via sign language in order to reach a mutually beneficial agreement to cross their territory. Respecting what is theirs. Season 2 he is outright able to speak their language, which indicates he is constantly learning new skills to help with certain encounters.
An even better example is his ability to see past his hatred for droids when the entire droid bar agrees with the bartender. In order to overcome a hatred based on childhood fear accompanying the loss of his parents takes a huge amount of consideration of a different point of view.
I posted this on other video comments This was a “business as usual episode” and I think Bryce Dallas Howard NAILED IT. For me the ending with Bo, Din, and Axe was very simple for a reason. Bo saw the mythosour, saved Din when she knew she wouldn’t get the dark saber, had her castle destroyed, rescued a foundling, was accepted by the tribe, and called forth by the huntress to unite the Mandalorian peoples. All the awesome stuff that happened to her before this episode gave her coming queenly affirmation some breathing room. With that being said… Going to a unregistered world, reluctantly solving this scooby do droid mystery, being diplomatic to droids, ugnaughts, and out of touch elite class to solve their problems would be an entire I LOVE ME wall full of achievements for anyone. BUT Bo gets to be the passenger and watch Din, this zealot, do all of this with ease even showing her up on state craft. She learned Din is special, he will never see it that way. EVER. Now back to the business as usual, Bo gets to do what Bo does best. Be a Mandalorian queen! She, business as usual, kicks Axe’s ass! Then the special abilities that Din has developed as a statesmen shines through again. HE LITERALLY HAS TO EXPLAIN to the night owls of what THE WAY is like they are children. Leading them down the path to their own cultures reasoning.When Bo ignites the Saber, she is higher than the saber. The saber is a symbol, but she is the QUEEN! And this zealot turned unwittingly, might I add GREAT, statesmen, stands there with a silent, business as usual “This is the way… Dummies!” I thought this was a great episode because Din wasn’t the main character, Bo’s passenger seat “this shit is happening way to fast for my taste” is the main character. And Bryce Dallas Howard…. IMHO show how bad ass Mando is.
@@ThinMantheGhost These are all things I noticed but hadn't bubbled up into my waking brain, but you NAILED IT! This wasn't the mando show this was the mando and Bo show, working together buddy-cop style. It showcased strengths in both and showed that each knew when to step back and when to step forward. This episode is far deeper than people give it credit for I think. The end showcased Bo, but really the episode was about those two working together as mandalorians trying to bring their people together.
Something I've noticed is that Din is actually super adept at picking up social ques and learning different cultures. We've seen it time and again where he's acted as the peace maker due to him understanding how people and cultures work. Meanwhile, you have Bo, who has the political knowledge, ambition, and patriotism that would allow her to effectively rule over others. So yeah, these past two episodes have totally convinced me that they would thrive as co-regents.
I am convinced that Nite Owls just went on Vacation Day but forgot to tell Bo-Katan who believed they abandoned her and sulked inside her castle until Din Djarin and Grogu showed up.
Nite Owls all wondering why Bo Katan is still living in her studio apartment, watching TV, when she should be out there making something of herself. lol
@@jacob4920 just drinking wine by herself sad and alone then 1 rescue mission later thinking she'll have company and dinner she becomes homeless and has to mooch off her lover an his family before they convince her to go get her friends back BY FORCE!!!!!!!!!!
*arrested development narrator voice* “tired, weary after their fights, the nite owls drunkenly agree to a beach weekend together. Unfortunately, no one heard Bo Katan say she was going to her quarters to sleep it off. So, the next morning, after the rest of the gang went to the beach, Bo katan awoke late, groggy, and sad that her friends had all abandoned her…when in reality, her friends were all confused as to why their mandalore seemed to abandon them on beach day.”
I think you are mostly on the money. Every episode of this season since Bo and Din have started traveling together has shown how perfectly they compliment eachother. They fight better together, they lead better together, and they give Grogu a more complete life... Not to mention Bo-Katan's whole demeanor has been different since Grogu showed up at her door. Through all 3 shows since we've known her, she's been moody, serious, and aggressive. She's even like that in episode 1 of this season. But on her travels with Din and Grogu she has been smiling, joking, and cheerful. I don't think this is just about "who will lead Mandalor?" anymore... I think this found family is getting a permanent 3rd member. Or I'm completely wrong and she dies in the last episode 🙃
And people wonder why the "shippers" are hard at work, imagining these two married together. They can just see it. Hell, I can see it! It couldn't be more obvious if Jon Favreau slapped us all upside the head, with a wooden sign that reads: THESE TWO ARE MEANT FOR EACH OTHER! You're right, they bounce off of each other perfectly. And Din has absolutely had a good impact on Bo this season.
I had gotten an inkling that Din was good at diplomacy during Chapter 5 The Gunslinger and Chapter 9 The Marshal where Din displays expert negotiations and cultural competence with the Tuskens and the humans. But it did t really ring out in my mind until this episode when he is able to bring the Ugnaughts to the table by really displaying a deeper understanding of their communication style and culture.
He has a deep culture and therefore relates to those who also have deep cultural threads. He knows how they are under threat of disappearing when they are trampled, so he learns to adapt and understand. He knows what it is like to be misunderstood.
I think I understand what message the directors want to relay. Din Djarin has many connections. He's an expert in different races about negotiations. With Bo Katan on his side, Bo Katan gets an opportunity to learn, since she's born noble turned space warrior. Now that she is the leader, Din Djarin will become a consort. It's like Ranni and the Tarnished from Elden Ring. So, it'll be like monarch thing. But Din Djarin will act as the shadow of the newly reborn empire. It's a low chance Din Djarin won't benefit from this. He literally solved all problems by himself, from saving Grogu, acquiring the Darksaber, bringing back stolen beskar ingots, received a land in Nevarro, and reuniting the Nite Owls. It's not a job that only a single person can achieve. But that's only my theory and things might turn sour. 🧂
I think you have it backwards tbh. Bo katan is going to unite the tribes, but they are going to follow "the way" under Din. This episode made sure the line was dropped about her abandoning her goal of Leading the mandalorians
Alan, I think you make some of the best Star Wars content out there. Because you’re intelligent, witty and really love the material you are talking about, everything you say sounds sincere and heartfelt. I love it!
Din Djarin is totally confident in himself therefore he has no issue deferring to Bo-Katan. Just because he doesn't want to lead doesn't make him any less of a kick ass fighter
Literally being a gentleman letting the lady say her piece, how basic manners has become something to insult and insinuate over I will never understand.
The Mandalorian has been and will always be a vessel for telling stories in the Star Wars Galaxy. The story of Din is not the center of things, rather it is how he finds himself as part of a larger whole.
Yeah but he was still the main protaginst for almost every episode until now. He seems like a side character at this point. Stuff was going on around him but he was still the main focus of the series leading up to season 3
@@jackjawn8758 hence the part of a larger whole, he's on a side quest. The Unification and Liberation of Mandalore. Happens with a proper side quest, you prop up the new king and then you got favors in your pocket.
I've never considered myself to be much of a Star Wars fan but I started watching SW TH-camr's videos on lore and I really fell in love with the Mandalorians. Since the beginning of this series it always seemed clear to me what path they were taking. Meta wise they needed a cool protagonist and a cute mascot. But they made that into a story of how Mandalorians conduct themselves. They complete the task but have honor and understand injustice when they see it. Din has always seemed like the quintessential Mandalorian the same way Worf is the quintessential Klingon, to the point where even some notable characters in Star Trek have mentioned Worf conducts himself in a way that is so pure and by the book that real Klingons don't act that way. Din is so "pure", from his unpainted beskar armor to following the creed to the letter even if he knows there are other ways. He is basically a paladin of Mandalorian culture. Meanwhile, the galaxy is a real place with real people and to function you have to have more than ideals. Which is where Bo comes in. A lot of complaints I've seen are how Bo is taking over the show but really I'm just interested in seeing the Mandalorian people in more situations, seeing how they come together and learn from their past. If Bo becomes basically a secondary protagonist, or I suppose tertiary after Grogu, that's fine with me. Bo was a cool character that I think is only being made more cool in live action. And Katee Sackhoff is already just awesome as is, she should totally get more work and opportunity to build this character. Star Wars has always been a mix of scifi and fantasy but after getting the magic sword, learning you're a powerful wizard and then blowing up the bad guy we have to see the other side governance. How do you manage a civilization of countless other civilizations? I think this show is straddling both concepts. Fun fantasy adventure and intra-galactic politics. Also I've seen places that Yoda was a Jedi Master at 90 and Grogu is 50 so we got a few decades of Disney milking him as a babbling baby, so we gotta point the story somewhere.
My favorite part about this channel is the positive attitude towards Star Wars. Despite season 3 definitely not being the greatest, content like this is much better than hearing about how much it sucks
Din would be a great mediator/ambassador with his ability to read the room and respect for alien cultures. Also any duel between him and Bo would be viewed with suspicion at best, calling it rigged at worst as Axe knew Din tried handing off the saber before without any want to keep it. Also I love how the rule for having the Darksaber is literally just "Did you earn it in combat from the previous wielder, no matter how they got it." And yet fans can't accept that it's literally that simple. No lineage, no elder wand disarming user tree saying that really the wielder is Luke or Rey or whatever because Palpatine. The only thing that matters to Bo's fleet is "Did she actually earn it in combat" Nothing more. Same with Armorer.
Except he didn’t lose it in fair combat. Ever notice how anyone who’s gotten their hands on the Darksaber legitimately have won it in a duel, and not by shooting their opponent in the face and claiming they won it in a fight, despite that not being true at all? Din was caught off guard, immediately restrained, and then sedated by the cybercrab, there was never a fight to begin with. If you could earn the Darksaber by killing the previous owner with some underhanded means, the Darksaber would’ve been passed around dozens to hundreds of times. Instead, it’s passed hands very rarely, and always in proper combat. Din just rule lawyered that he lost, and so gave it to her because he really didn’t want it, Bo-Katan is still yet to earn the Darksaber.
@@decimation9780 By your logic nobody should have it except for Darth Vader because nobody actually beat Maul until Obi Wan killed him. Sabine never rightfully held it herself, she never beat Maul.
@@atomicr4y472 Maul was beaten by Ahsoka, before that he had his ass handed to him by Sidious. Sidious never took the Darksaber, so Maul kept it until he lost it during his fight with Ahsoka, after that it fell into the hands of Sabine Wren, then Bo-Katan eventually claimed it.
@@atomicr4y472 because the DarkSaber as a symbol had become very very very important more after Satine death and the imperial occupation with the full fracture of the various clan
I like Bo Katan. She’s a cool character. I just don’t want her to lead again, at least not with the dark saber. She’s had multiple chances and lost every time. I think it would be best for her to just train Din and be an advisor
Din has never shown any interest in leading. He just wants to do this own thing, raise his son and run a few bounties. He never cared about the darksaber.
@@xoGenesisox Din isn't worthy of the darksaber. He was captured, disarmed and completely disgraced by the mando cyborg. He lost his right to the darksaber. Din is all about honor, he was dishonored and isn't worthy.
I think a co-rule situation could be good. They complement each other well and I really hope this isn't leading to a civil war situation. Yeah it would be "bad-ass" to see a bunch of mandalorians fight each other, but them being a people fractured is the status quo and the arc of the show being to unite them in the wake of the GCW would make more sense
Great take. I love seeing someone that recognizes that this is a story and not everything is "filler" or "a needless sidequest". I had to stop watching a lot of channels for that reason. You can't have a cool story without setting it up and giving characters growth. Great video, brother!
Allen -your videos are so good. Its not just star wars, its politics, its logic, and its hilarious. I learn something, I laugh and I think. God bless you sir!
One element that most TH-cam analysis has missed is that in episode 3:6 Din Jarin and Bo-Katan are doing what successful couples do: allow each partner to utilize their strengths. Din was far better suited to deal with the Ugnaughts. Bo-Katan had a clear advantage when dealing with the droids. They set a good example for those of us who partner up.
What I think is the best part about the way this reveal was done is in keeping with the idea of Mandalorians being a culture and not a people. Din doesn't decree that Bo is the wielder of the Darksaber by right or tradition, he asks them what they, as fellow Mandalorians, think and they accept his reasoning. Even in Legends, Mandalorian culture was never one thing. There have always been sects and breakaways with different ideas about what being a Mandalorian means. I think that making it a cultural question rather than an inherent and unresolved conflict is a sign of growth for the Mandalorians. I get that people who don't know her story are mad about him "just giving it" to her, but in context of her journey since TCW this may be the best chance that she has EVER HAD to actually bring a new age of prosperity to her people, and I'm here for it.
I mean, technically none of them truly own the saber... Rey is actually the true mandalore XD Or, Ahsoka actually... No wait... Maul was defeated by Ahsoka, Ahsoka was defeated by Vader, Vader was defeated by Luke/The Emperor. If we go off Luke then luke is the true owner of the saber until his death, that left it ownerless. If we go by sidious then it's Rey, who defeated him in TROS
Technically no one who currently has the saber actually owns it. Sabine never earned it, Bo never earned it, Gideon never earned it, Din never earned it, etc Why did I just put this here...
@@Dire_Pack Thus why its a bit silly for it to be the symbol of leadership, when the confirmation(/succession) is prone to inaccuracy. A formal challenge for leadership should be the only way for it to transfer owners, else if it is lost and found, it is returned to the last known officially confirmed leader.
@@Dire_Pack but none of these were actual battles challenged for the Darksaber. They just happen to be fights against someone who had it or beat someone who had it. Like idc about the palpatine stuff, my question is with Sabine kinda just finding it, and how did Gideon get it? Did he get if before the purge?
This is by far my most favourite commentary video of yours I have watched thus far. You’ve got a great read on democracy and Star Wars. Greatly appreciate it!
As a lefty dude who lives in a red rural area, agree on the 'go out and meet people different than you' bit. No one gives me shit for my beliefs. I don't give people shit for theirs. And we often (very often) find agreement. People aren't the monsters you wanna make them out to be.
Not all republicans are monsters. But a whole lot of them would give my shit for my "beliefs" skin tone. I agree with Alan's message but I want to point out its easier from some and meant for some over others. I'm open-minded, I'm not tolerant to people intolerating myself tho. If you want me to change that I won't. I live in a somewhat diverse state Florida. Republicans often don't give me shit, up to the point I can discuss with them and often are willing to learn other languages( aka Spanish) but I've seen those random racists who can't stand someone looking dif. Not sure if they are republican or liberal but they are monsters.
I was hoping to see Din get properly trained on the darksaber so it could feel lighter. Maybe he could have a flashback on what is blocking his midichlorians.
This is probably the best life advice video you've made yet! Some of the high points are the politics and relationships wisdom. Even tho most of this I know myself and I think are logical and pracmatic, it's still great to hear I'm not my own island of thoughts.
I feel like this latest episode was a silly and wholesome remaster of what Dinn and Bo could be for the Mandolorians. I mean think about it, Lizzo and JB are literally the softened version of Bo and Dinn.
i am stoked you decided to bring up this topic. I have been saying since the beginning of din and bokatan meeting: the two together would bring mandalorians together. and baby go-gurt will help tame the mythasour. solidifying the union. so hand and hand they will unite mandalorians and unify their path forward. with the armorer saying they need to re-take mandalor. I have never been so certain it is gonna happen, and even maybe have baby together once mandalor is under their control once again. keep up all your great content.
I think the reason fan have a problem with direction of season 3 is that they’ve not remembered how Dijn has been mostly pushed along by the plot. He soon great ability to react and manner issue as they’ve come, working and allying himself with various groups. But he’s not really shown agency and vision, something a leader would need to Lead their people beyond just helping them matin. Bo and Dijn kind of need each other to do what the other lacks.
He grounds her really well I think . She’s been humbled and since she’s been hanging out with him seems to have improved her attitude a bit . Sometimes someone brings out the best of your character
I like the relationship that is being developed between Din and Bo-Katan. They make a very effective team. I also like how the Mandolorian culture is being fleshed out. As a warrior society they've become adaptable and becoming familiar with other languages and cultures can be a huge advantage in a battle. Becoming mercenaries or bounty hunters is a logical step. A warrior will do anything within their code of ethics if it will make him a better warrior.
Love your videos, and I'm also enjoying the ying/yang of Din and Bo's relationship. It does look like a good way to rule, and I wish our real world leaders thought like this a but more. Also you have the best sponsorships - you're a lucky content creator - there's no need to fake thinking those sabres are awesome! A rare sponsorship section I don't skip, just drool.
Nice dharma talk, Sensei! I think it was you who I first heard suggesting that the dark saber belonged to Bo Katan after she rescued Din, and it seemed like such a no brainer that I was relieved when Din turned it over to her and baffled at the haters who mocked the writers for taking what they think was the easy way out. Din was so addled after the rescue that he couldn't have understood what happened, and after seeing the Mythosaur it makes sense that the saber's ownership was the last thing on her mind. As for the timing, Din has always seemed to like setting up dramatic moments, so it makes sense for him to wait until a public moment where he could make the strongest case for her right to the saber. My only question is whether Bo actually wants to lead her people. Maybe it's modesty and dignity that makes her seem hesitant, but I won't be sure she's truly ready to take charge until we see how she behaves on the battlefield.
Din will not end up in the “new Mandalorian government”. He’s the ideal Mandalorian, the true believer. He’s the inspirational figure who lives true Mandalorian values. He will inspire all Mandalorians to unite around their deepest values. He’s The Mandalorian.
And that's why he's the perfect Mandalore. Mandalorians don't need politicians. Their government is local and clan oriented. The highest position they have, the Mandalore, really only exists as a mediator between clans and the mandalorian people and the world, which Din has proven himself capable of doing, and a war leader. His job, in war, or peace, is to be the representative of everything Mandalorian culture stands for. He's a symbol and a role model.
@@FellsApprentice - it depends what the Mandalorians want. If they want to take advantage of the sequel power vacuum to build something lasting then the old ways won't be enough. The old ways destroyed them. Nor did Satine's vision do them any good in the long run. It left them weak in a galaxy about to be taken over by Palpatine and remade with the ideals of the Sith. It will make them even more vulnerable in a galaxy where both Empire and New Republic are destroyed and every petty tyrant and warlord with a fleet to command (imperial, criminal, even former republican) will be trying to carve out a fiefdom for themselves. It will take a synthesis of all the various Mandalorian cultures for them to thrive and prosper. The ways of the Super-Commandoes to defend what they have, the ways of the Neo-Crusaders to destroy their enemies, and the ways of the New Mandalorians to rebuild in the first instance and then to negotiate with the rest of the galaxy so it doesn't reunify in fear of them and destroy their civilisation yet again.
Nice work buddy, life is about learning till the day you die and new experiences, people and ideas are all part of not staying stagnant. Kudos Alan nice work big fella ,stay healthy and safe travels.
Her leading on her own again isn't a good idea. But tempered by Din's skills filling in the gaps of what she needs, I think they could successfully unite the mandalorians.
Katee Sackhoff just said in an interview at the S.W. celebration yesterday that Bo finally realizes that she cannot lead alone, and that has made her ready for this (leadership). I think she may be hinting at her and Din leading or at least partnering together. Their teamwork and relationship has definitely been built up all season.
Had the same theory on the dark saber. One thing no one has talked about is when Bo Katan was brought out without her helmet, and Paz Vizla looks to Din to confirm this is ok. They are going to be a leadership pair, with Bo as the Mandalore and Din as the diplomat and chief minister. But that look from Paz was important, it showed that Din has genuinely earned the esteem to be the new armorer, basically. A diplomat and keeper of traditions.
You know, not to step on Dolores‘s toes here. But you have created some great content about leader ship, skills and workplace dynamics in general that could be gleaned upon for use in HR department educational modules galaxy-wide.
Love your idea man. Bo Katan and Din Djarin working together to improve mandalore. Awesome 👏 Also I’m super happy Bo is mandalore again! I loved her character and her arcs throughout the years. I hope we see her use the dark saber more.
As strange as it might be, I think the real importance of the scene with Dinn handing over the dark saber is how it mirrors Bo-Katan helping him rejoin the Children.
Your the only essay that is actually correct. Din is going to be the head of mandalore. At the end of. The series he will be a mythical figure, one clad in pure beskar, riding a mythosaur, welding the darksaber walking the way.
I’ve really enjoyed this season of Mandalorian… it’s the most rewatchable one yet… there have been individual episodes I like to rewatch, but this season is the one I’ve wanted to rewatch most.
Grogu is Din Tyein he may not be able to fully speak yet but has alot of wisdom as but being awaken to the force and having been teach by the Jedi give him alot of knowledge from pass jedi yet also he knowns he is physically weaker and also very diffrent from physical from other mandalorians and aĺso tywin had wine grogu has anything that looks edible
With the way Din Djarin was able to pursuade various people to support his cause (where Bo-Katan was struggling to do so) it seems like he is fast becoming an able leader despite not being consiously looking to become one or even be interested in the role (going by the series thus far). He may be in the support role for now but I would not be overly suprised if eventually he has to take over from Bo-Katan at some point in the future.
Will you do a video on the Romeo and Juliet of the Star Wars Galaxy ? "Two species, both alike in dignity, In fair Mon Calamari, where we lay our scene, From ancient Grudge break to new mutiny, Where mollusk blood make civil fin unclean" And all that...
Alan, this another fantastic well reasoned piece. The only reason I don't think it will happen is that it will change the plot and monetisation for the series. That said in an ideal world, YES!
Your theory of her accidentally winning the saber was something I thought was the case when I watched that episode, didnt know you made a theory video on it, but would have 100% agreed with you, and obviously you were proven right. xD
I'm glad she got it & definitely thought that she should have back when she saved Din. ... Surprised others saw it differently, but such is life. ... Million sides to almost everything. - Thanks as always for the quality upload. ... Usually watch, yet don't comment nearly as often. ... Anyhow, your time & efforts are appreciated. ... Best wishes
I've watched your channel here and there but after seeing all sorts of "the Star Wars franchise is dead" and other such videos pop up in my recommended after the latest episode it really felt like a breath of fresh air when watching this video instead. I then noticed I've yet to be subscribed and well now I am.
Lone Wolf and Cub delivered the Magic Sword, saved the Princess, cleared the way for her Ascension to her rightful Throne. During the Grand Celebration that followed, they slipped quietly away before anyone could pin a Sheriff's badge on Din's Armor. That's the show I'm watching; I'm having a grand time!
I feel like not having mandalore already sorta United during the mando series was a missed opportunity for more stories about how the mandalorians were coping with their new lot in life among the galaxy
You know they can still do that now right? And with the added bonus of having established characters that are involved in the sweet juicy origin story of the newborn mandalor
@@the_godfather9974 Yeah but it feels like it would have been fun to see the culture clash with their methodology as this new mandalores trying to figure what it all about. And then you can add in stuff like how the new mandalorian empire is dealing with nearby civiliationns.
I would have preferred Din to try and lead the mandalorians, or atleast have used the darksaber properly atleast once before passing it on. Bo Katan has led mandalore before and I would have expect her to refuse to do so again, but like Allen said for Din, have her in the advisory role with her experience and military experience
I think it is interesting that we often don't want to see the "hero/ heroine" in tales unless they are The Leader, shoving aside their underlings so they can be Out Front, the Big Target, armored in plot and contracts. Being part of the big picture just isn't enough for us. It's like how disappointed some fans were that Boba Fett matured, saw a different way to live, and began assembling his Tribe. As a mature person, I loved this Truth, but in the Mandalorian, we have had a different dynamic since he already had a 'tribe'... Din fulfilled his function *for* his people from the beginning of the series because it was never about himself, it was always about them. He took on the responsibility for the foundling in addition to this when the Armorer pointed out his choice to save Grogu made that responsibility his. When Grogu chose to return to him, wearing the armor, he again accepted the responsibility. Redeeming himself in the Living Waters was as much for himself as it was for Grogu. If anything happens to Din, Grogu will have a place, a family, all those things the Creed teaches as opposite of the Jedi. He offered to assist Bo in her quest to reclaim Mandalore in exchange for directions to the Living Waters. She more than fulfilled his request and now, he is living up to his promise, walking The Way, faithfully, before his son and his people, as well as others who do not consider him anything but a cultist. His bathing in the Living Waters, redeeming himself and fulfilling his promises is The Way, whether that leads to greatness OR being one of many Mandalorians committed to stronger together. Through the seasons we've seen him humbled, butt kicked and not only willing but able to reach out for help when in need. Most importantly, we've seen him apply the lessons learned, and seek out competent teachers while stumbling over others with wisdom to share. We've seen him give help to those in need with the same determination. IMHO, he does not *have* to be a Leader for this set of stories to be *about him*. Seeing history in the making, giving US the view of how things are evolving does not require him to be part of the hierarchy of leadership. The implication there are many other Mandalorians out there to gather together also implies there will be other leaders to join the cause. Din has demonstrated his commitment is to the overall good of everyone as part of his commitment to The Way, even as it changes locations and nuances are added to the definition. I hope we continue to see Din Jarin's viewpoint, a how did these changes impact the average Mandalorian perspective as well as his impact on those who will lead.
Thank you so much for the great video and I love your commentary on our real world in comparison to the Mandorlorian! Love you brother and keep up the great videos!
I agree with a lot of your points, having them both lead with Din acting as an ambassador and Bo Katan as the leader of Mandolore does make a lot of sense. However I still believe Din would be the better leader based on his actions along with where the galaxy is at in the timeline. Now we all know the Empire is gonna return at some point in the future but at the current moment these characters have no reason to believe this is the case, right now is the time to rebuild Mandolore, gather allies, form treaties, and recover what was lost in the Civil War, and I believe wholehreatedly that the best option for that is Din Djarin. He has been shown to be a great negotiator and slowly builds up a network of friends and allies across the galaxy. He also takes time to learn another cultures customs and adapts accordingly, while he may stumble in his first interactions he is quick to adapt and can even find ways to twist their cultural rules to get what he wants. Honestly his only issue is his predjuice towards droids but hey he is getting better slowly but surely. What Mandolore needs right now is a leader that is able to form connections and make allies as it is nowhere near any condition to rist picking fights, Din is that leader and Bo is not. We see in this series alone that she is a very selfish and overly ambitious leader alogn with having the terrible habit of picking fights that arent warrented. We can see all these traits in Season 2 of Mandolorian durring the raid on Gideons ship, firstly she is reluctant to help as it wasn't something that would benifit her until the Dark Saber was brought up later. Then she insults Boba Fett unprovocked and he gets into a fight with her lacky that she can't control. Finally we see thather plan to rebuild mandolore hinged on her having the Darksaber and hoping that would be enough to get people to side with her, but here is the problem she has nowhere near enough men or resources to even consider rebuilding Mandolore the entierty of her ambition was reliant on the ownership of the Darksaber.
I am not normally one to "ship" characters, but these two hooking up feels so fucking natural. When either of them needs the other they're there. Din needs help to save his friend, she's in without him having to ask. Bo needs help to win over her former Mandalorian allies, he's logically explaining how she technically owns the dark saber. Bo is also really great with Grogu, like that time Grogu was going to duel the other Mando kid, and she was able to be warm and supportive of Grogu while also being supportive of Din. Which in my mind demonstrates that she and Din are not just perfect for each other, but also that Bo would be a great mother to Grogu. Also, when Paz was talking about being loyal to them, he was talking about them both, not just Din nor just Bo. A loyalty earned entirely through deeds, not by possession of the saber or holding some special station within their culture. Though this does also highlight the counterargument to my point too, all of these people are so loyal to each other, and that may discredit some of why I think Din and Bo are great for each other. Except for the Grogu part... All the above said though; Din has been the protagonist of the show since the beginning, and it's called the Mandalorian, not the Mandalorians. I think it's a big possibility that something is going to happen to Bo because she's not supposed to have the most important role in the series. At least if this show follows traditional conventions, which Star Wars has not always done, but Favreau and Filoni are much less the mold breakers that George Lucas was.
This was a great episode. I couldn't agree with you more on our politics, but I'm not sure if dadalorian will stay connected to mandalore. I think it will really restrict the character, but I do think he will keep coming back, since Bo will finally reunite the mandalorian people. I could see him being sent out on missions of diplomacy like we saw in this last episode. Also rebuilding mandalore will take a long time and I just don't see the writers sticking around for multiple seasons in one spot. Part of the attraction for this show was the "new planet of the week" style showing us how large the galaxy is. I absolutely agree about how Bo and Din are good for each other and how they are both good for Grogu. But I'm also not sure if it's a romance thing just yet. Sometimes people have a great effect on each other, but only through friendship, once a relationship starts their needs don't mesh. I could totally see this happening here, since Bo will need to stay on mandalore and Din is more the type to roam. Just look at the land he was offered, he only took it to give a place for his people to live. He was content to take Grogu all over the place and never settle down. That is one of the tragedies in life, that two people can mesh so well, but their fundamental needs can be so different, driving them apart. If they try to force themselves or each other to fundamentally change who they are to stick together, it almost always ends in strife. I suppose it could be made to work if Din was always on the move as a diplomat or some other type of networker, but I can't see him staying in one place very easily.
"The Shakespeare quote 'uneasy is the head that wears a crown' is from Henry IV Part 2 is often now phrased as 'heavy is the head the wears the crown'. The phrase has become an English idiom meaning that those charged with major responsibility carry a heavy burden that makes it difficult for them to relax."
Din as Bo-Katan partner is even a better idea because it was he who started humanizing the Tuskan Raiders, which made them in Boba Fett even more relatable Also he likes a droid or 2😂
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I see Dinjarin more as a planetary (Mandolore) president. As far as Bocatan she’s more of a radical loose leader.
Your a millennial so I don't expect you know bad scene writing and star wars was murdered by left wing ideology.
His name is Grogu 😑👎
No that doesn't work. The Mandalorian is dead. Disregarding the STUPID and AWEFUL casting choices in the latest episode, the fact that Bo can openly flaunt Deathwatch, and that the Armorer willingly, casually , and un-organically retracts her faith (as the leader of said fait/cult/ whatever it is.) Is not just jarring, but also fundamentally flawed and out of character, not just in general, but in specificity to that character, and also internally inconsistent. The only way "this works" is if you're dumb as a bag of rocks, the plot *makes* it work, or you've built a TH-cam channel off the back of Star Wars and want to milk the corpse for all it's worth before you can't. Star Wars is dead. It's Dead Jim. Oh wait, that's from the OTHER dead show. 🤬🤬
Ugnaughts are a good example of Din's ability to speak to other cultures, but a better example is how he is able to communicate with the Tusken's. In season 1 he respects their territorial boundaries and speaks to them via sign language in order to reach a mutually beneficial agreement to cross their territory. Respecting what is theirs. Season 2 he is outright able to speak their language, which indicates he is constantly learning new skills to help with certain encounters.
I have spoken
Not to mention his ability to instantly tame their "guard dogs". Perhaps that might play a role in mastering the Mythosaur?
An even better example is his ability to see past his hatred for droids when the entire droid bar agrees with the bartender. In order to overcome a hatred based on childhood fear accompanying the loss of his parents takes a huge amount of consideration of a different point of view.
I posted this on other video comments
This was a “business as usual episode” and I think Bryce Dallas Howard NAILED IT. For me the ending with Bo, Din, and Axe was very simple for a reason. Bo saw the mythosour, saved Din when she knew she wouldn’t get the dark saber, had her castle destroyed, rescued a foundling, was accepted by the tribe, and called forth by the huntress to unite the Mandalorian peoples. All the awesome stuff that happened to her before this episode gave her coming queenly affirmation some breathing room.
With that being said… Going to a unregistered world, reluctantly solving this scooby do droid mystery, being diplomatic to droids, ugnaughts, and out of touch elite class to solve their problems would be an entire I LOVE ME wall full of achievements for anyone. BUT Bo gets to be the passenger and watch Din, this zealot, do all of this with ease even showing her up on state craft. She learned Din is special, he will never see it that way. EVER.
Now back to the business as usual, Bo gets to do what Bo does best. Be a Mandalorian queen! She, business as usual, kicks Axe’s ass! Then the special abilities that Din has developed as a statesmen shines through again.
HE LITERALLY HAS TO EXPLAIN to the night owls of what THE WAY is like they are children. Leading them down the path to their own cultures reasoning.When Bo ignites the Saber, she is higher than the saber. The saber is a symbol, but she is the QUEEN! And this zealot turned unwittingly, might I add GREAT, statesmen, stands there with a silent, business as usual “This is the way… Dummies!”
I thought this was a great episode because Din wasn’t the main character, Bo’s passenger seat “this shit is happening way to fast for my taste” is the main character. And Bryce Dallas Howard…. IMHO show how bad ass Mando is.
@@ThinMantheGhost These are all things I noticed but hadn't bubbled up into my waking brain, but you NAILED IT! This wasn't the mando show this was the mando and Bo show, working together buddy-cop style. It showcased strengths in both and showed that each knew when to step back and when to step forward. This episode is far deeper than people give it credit for I think. The end showcased Bo, but really the episode was about those two working together as mandalorians trying to bring their people together.
Something I've noticed is that Din is actually super adept at picking up social ques and learning different cultures. We've seen it time and again where he's acted as the peace maker due to him understanding how people and cultures work. Meanwhile, you have Bo, who has the political knowledge, ambition, and patriotism that would allow her to effectively rule over others. So yeah, these past two episodes have totally convinced me that they would thrive as co-regents.
This is the way.
And a name. She is the heir to a powerful house and already held power.
I am convinced that Nite Owls just went on Vacation Day but forgot to tell Bo-Katan who believed they abandoned her and sulked inside her castle until Din Djarin and Grogu showed up.
Nite Owls all wondering why Bo Katan is still living in her studio apartment, watching TV, when she should be out there making something of herself. lol
@@jacob4920 just drinking wine by herself sad and alone then 1 rescue mission later thinking she'll have company and dinner she becomes homeless and has to mooch off her lover an his family before they convince her to go get her friends back BY FORCE!!!!!!!!!!
@Warsol Ender I hate how accurate that description is
*arrested development narrator voice* “tired, weary after their fights, the nite owls drunkenly agree to a beach weekend together. Unfortunately, no one heard Bo Katan say she was going to her quarters to sleep it off. So, the next morning, after the rest of the gang went to the beach, Bo katan awoke late, groggy, and sad that her friends had all abandoned her…when in reality, her friends were all confused as to why their mandalore seemed to abandon them on beach day.”
Like we hate SpongeBob day😂💀
I think you are mostly on the money. Every episode of this season since Bo and Din have started traveling together has shown how perfectly they compliment eachother. They fight better together, they lead better together, and they give Grogu a more complete life...
Not to mention Bo-Katan's whole demeanor has been different since Grogu showed up at her door. Through all 3 shows since we've known her, she's been moody, serious, and aggressive. She's even like that in episode 1 of this season. But on her travels with Din and Grogu she has been smiling, joking, and cheerful.
I don't think this is just about "who will lead Mandalor?" anymore... I think this found family is getting a permanent 3rd member.
Or I'm completely wrong and she dies in the last episode 🙃
And people wonder why the "shippers" are hard at work, imagining these two married together. They can just see it. Hell, I can see it! It couldn't be more obvious if Jon Favreau slapped us all upside the head, with a wooden sign that reads: THESE TWO ARE MEANT FOR EACH OTHER! You're right, they bounce off of each other perfectly. And Din has absolutely had a good impact on Bo this season.
@@jacob4920 my thoughts exactly lol, i can totally see them as a family
I could absolutely see Bo doing the "noble sacrifice" thing.
😂😂😂 you are crazy.
@jacob4920 It's not shipping anymore, it's kinda obvious since before season 3...
I had gotten an inkling that Din was good at diplomacy during Chapter 5 The Gunslinger and Chapter 9 The Marshal where Din displays expert negotiations and cultural competence with the Tuskens and the humans. But it did t really ring out in my mind until this episode when he is able to bring the Ugnaughts to the table by really displaying a deeper understanding of their communication style and culture.
He has a deep culture and therefore relates to those who also have deep cultural threads. He knows how they are under threat of disappearing when they are trampled, so he learns to adapt and understand. He knows what it is like to be misunderstood.
Mon Mothma: recognizing Senator Djarin.
Din Djarin: I can bring you in warm, or I can bring you in cold.
I think I understand what message the directors want to relay.
Din Djarin has many connections. He's an expert in different races about negotiations. With Bo Katan on his side, Bo Katan gets an opportunity to learn, since she's born noble turned space warrior.
Now that she is the leader, Din Djarin will become a consort. It's like Ranni and the Tarnished from Elden Ring. So, it'll be like monarch thing. But Din Djarin will act as the shadow of the newly reborn empire.
It's a low chance Din Djarin won't benefit from this. He literally solved all problems by himself, from saving Grogu, acquiring the Darksaber, bringing back stolen beskar ingots, received a land in Nevarro, and reuniting the Nite Owls.
It's not a job that only a single person can achieve.
But that's only my theory and things might turn sour. 🧂
I think you have it backwards tbh. Bo katan is going to unite the tribes, but they are going to follow "the way" under Din. This episode made sure the line was dropped about her abandoning her goal of Leading the mandalorians
Alan, I think you make some of the best Star Wars content out there. Because you’re intelligent, witty and really love the material you are talking about, everything you say sounds sincere and heartfelt. I love it!
Din Djarin is totally confident in himself therefore he has no issue deferring to Bo-Katan. Just because he doesn't want to lead doesn't make him any less of a kick ass fighter
Literally being a gentleman letting the lady say her piece, how basic manners has become something to insult and insinuate over I will never understand.
Being a decent man is = simp this days - According to Incels.
The Mandalorian has been and will always be a vessel for telling stories in the Star Wars Galaxy. The story of Din is not the center of things, rather it is how he finds himself as part of a larger whole.
Thank you ! Some seem to have trouble with this
Yeah but he was still the main protaginst for almost every episode until now. He seems like a side character at this point. Stuff was going on around him but he was still the main focus of the series leading up to season 3
"You've taken your first step into a larger world."
@@jackjawn8758 hence the part of a larger whole, he's on a side quest. The Unification and Liberation of Mandalore. Happens with a proper side quest, you prop up the new king and then you got favors in your pocket.
@@orokusaki1243 Is that a quote from the armorer? I got lots of things going on so I am a bit fuzzy on it.
Him saying “I have spoken” to the ugnaughts is one of my fave parts of the season
I've never considered myself to be much of a Star Wars fan but I started watching SW TH-camr's videos on lore and I really fell in love with the Mandalorians.
Since the beginning of this series it always seemed clear to me what path they were taking. Meta wise they needed a cool protagonist and a cute mascot. But they made that into a story of how Mandalorians conduct themselves. They complete the task but have honor and understand injustice when they see it.
Din has always seemed like the quintessential Mandalorian the same way Worf is the quintessential Klingon, to the point where even some notable characters in Star Trek have mentioned Worf conducts himself in a way that is so pure and by the book that real Klingons don't act that way. Din is so "pure", from his unpainted beskar armor to following the creed to the letter even if he knows there are other ways. He is basically a paladin of Mandalorian culture.
Meanwhile, the galaxy is a real place with real people and to function you have to have more than ideals. Which is where Bo comes in. A lot of complaints I've seen are how Bo is taking over the show but really I'm just interested in seeing the Mandalorian people in more situations, seeing how they come together and learn from their past.
If Bo becomes basically a secondary protagonist, or I suppose tertiary after Grogu, that's fine with me. Bo was a cool character that I think is only being made more cool in live action. And Katee Sackhoff is already just awesome as is, she should totally get more work and opportunity to build this character.
Star Wars has always been a mix of scifi and fantasy but after getting the magic sword, learning you're a powerful wizard and then blowing up the bad guy we have to see the other side governance. How do you manage a civilization of countless other civilizations? I think this show is straddling both concepts. Fun fantasy adventure and intra-galactic politics.
Also I've seen places that Yoda was a Jedi Master at 90 and Grogu is 50 so we got a few decades of Disney milking him as a babbling baby, so we gotta point the story somewhere.
My favorite part about this channel is the positive attitude towards Star Wars. Despite season 3 definitely not being the greatest, content like this is much better than hearing about how much it sucks
Din would be a great mediator/ambassador with his ability to read the room and respect for alien cultures.
Also any duel between him and Bo would be viewed with suspicion at best, calling it rigged at worst as Axe knew Din tried handing off the saber before without any want to keep it.
Also I love how the rule for having the Darksaber is literally just "Did you earn it in combat from the previous wielder, no matter how they got it." And yet fans can't accept that it's literally that simple. No lineage, no elder wand disarming user tree saying that really the wielder is Luke or Rey or whatever because Palpatine. The only thing that matters to Bo's fleet is "Did she actually earn it in combat" Nothing more. Same with Armorer.
Except he didn’t lose it in fair combat. Ever notice how anyone who’s gotten their hands on the Darksaber legitimately have won it in a duel, and not by shooting their opponent in the face and claiming they won it in a fight, despite that not being true at all? Din was caught off guard, immediately restrained, and then sedated by the cybercrab, there was never a fight to begin with. If you could earn the Darksaber by killing the previous owner with some underhanded means, the Darksaber would’ve been passed around dozens to hundreds of times. Instead, it’s passed hands very rarely, and always in proper combat.
Din just rule lawyered that he lost, and so gave it to her because he really didn’t want it, Bo-Katan is still yet to earn the Darksaber.
@@decimation9780 By your logic nobody should have it except for Darth Vader because nobody actually beat Maul until Obi Wan killed him. Sabine never rightfully held it herself, she never beat Maul.
@@atomicr4y472 Maul was beaten by Ahsoka, before that he had his ass handed to him by Sidious. Sidious never took the Darksaber, so Maul kept it until he lost it during his fight with Ahsoka, after that it fell into the hands of Sabine Wren, then Bo-Katan eventually claimed it.
@@atomicr4y472 because the DarkSaber as a symbol had become very very very important more after Satine death and the imperial occupation with the full fracture of the various clan
@@decimation9780 Right but who challenged for it?
I love the brief segway on having respectful adult relationships
Yeah, mixed gender friendships are awesome ❤
I like Bo Katan. She’s a cool character. I just don’t want her to lead again, at least not with the dark saber. She’s had multiple chances and lost every time. I think it would be best for her to just train Din and be an advisor
Din has never shown any interest in leading. He just wants to do this own thing, raise his son and run a few bounties. He never cared about the darksaber.
@@jiffypoo5029 Yea!! This is like Jon Snow!! He doesn't want it!!!!! Who cares if the story makes no sense..
@@xoGenesisox why remind me of season 8
Didn't she slap Ahsoka's (possibly underage) ass in that one Clone Wars episode? At least she was good at that I suppose.
@@xoGenesisox Din isn't worthy of the darksaber. He was captured, disarmed and completely disgraced by the mando cyborg. He lost his right to the darksaber. Din is all about honor, he was dishonored and isn't worthy.
I think a co-rule situation could be good. They complement each other well and I really hope this isn't leading to a civil war situation. Yeah it would be "bad-ass" to see a bunch of mandalorians fight each other, but them being a people fractured is the status quo and the arc of the show being to unite them in the wake of the GCW would make more sense
Great take. I love seeing someone that recognizes that this is a story and not everything is "filler" or "a needless sidequest". I had to stop watching a lot of channels for that reason. You can't have a cool story without setting it up and giving characters growth. Great video, brother!
Allen -your videos are so good. Its not just star wars, its politics, its logic, and its hilarious. I learn something, I laugh and I think. God bless you sir!
One element that most TH-cam analysis has missed is that in episode 3:6 Din Jarin and Bo-Katan are doing what successful couples do: allow each partner to utilize their strengths. Din was far better suited to deal with the Ugnaughts. Bo-Katan had a clear advantage when dealing with the droids. They set a good example for those of us who partner up.
What I think is the best part about the way this reveal was done is in keeping with the idea of Mandalorians being a culture and not a people.
Din doesn't decree that Bo is the wielder of the Darksaber by right or tradition, he asks them what they, as fellow Mandalorians, think and they accept his reasoning.
Even in Legends, Mandalorian culture was never one thing. There have always been sects and breakaways with different ideas about what being a Mandalorian means. I think that making it a cultural question rather than an inherent and unresolved conflict is a sign of growth for the Mandalorians.
I get that people who don't know her story are mad about him "just giving it" to her, but in context of her journey since TCW this may be the best chance that she has EVER HAD to actually bring a new age of prosperity to her people, and I'm here for it.
Nite Owls when Bo-Katan receive Darksaber without fighting Din Djarin: "Ah, shit! Here we go again!"
No, they saw and accepted it. They all had a chance to say, "No," but stayed silent, then Ax said, "Yes."
I mean, technically none of them truly own the saber... Rey is actually the true mandalore XD
Or, Ahsoka actually... No wait...
Maul was defeated by Ahsoka, Ahsoka was defeated by Vader, Vader was defeated by Luke/The Emperor. If we go off Luke then luke is the true owner of the saber until his death, that left it ownerless. If we go by sidious then it's Rey, who defeated him in TROS
Technically no one who currently has the saber actually owns it. Sabine never earned it, Bo never earned it, Gideon never earned it, Din never earned it, etc
Why did I just put this here...
@@Dire_Pack Thus why its a bit silly for it to be the symbol of leadership, when the confirmation(/succession) is prone to inaccuracy. A formal challenge for leadership should be the only way for it to transfer owners, else if it is lost and found, it is returned to the last known officially confirmed leader.
@@Dire_Pack but none of these were actual battles challenged for the Darksaber. They just happen to be fights against someone who had it or beat someone who had it. Like idc about the palpatine stuff, my question is with Sabine kinda just finding it, and how did Gideon get it? Did he get if before the purge?
Stuff like this is why you’re my fave Star Wars channel. Imagine the gif of J Lo giving a standing ovation.
My dude Alan always be dropping facts
This is by far my most favourite commentary video of yours I have watched thus far. You’ve got a great read on democracy and Star Wars. Greatly appreciate it!
As a lefty dude who lives in a red rural area, agree on the 'go out and meet people different than you' bit. No one gives me shit for my beliefs. I don't give people shit for theirs. And we often (very often) find agreement. People aren't the monsters you wanna make them out to be.
Not all republicans are monsters. But a whole lot of them would give my shit for my "beliefs" skin tone. I agree with Alan's message but I want to point out its easier from some and meant for some over others. I'm open-minded, I'm not tolerant to people intolerating myself tho. If you want me to change that I won't. I live in a somewhat diverse state Florida. Republicans often don't give me shit, up to the point I can discuss with them and often are willing to learn other languages( aka Spanish) but I've seen those random racists who can't stand someone looking dif. Not sure if they are republican or liberal but they are monsters.
I was hoping to see Din get properly trained on the darksaber so it could feel lighter. Maybe he could have a flashback on what is blocking his midichlorians.
Din needs to check his holo-emails more often, there's surely some offers to "increase your midichlorian count in 3 at-home treatments!" 😆
My favorite TH-cam channel. This was such a great video; just casually dropping such great, wisdom filled takes. Thanks, Allen
This is probably the best life advice video you've made yet!
Some of the high points are the politics and relationships wisdom.
Even tho most of this I know myself and I think are logical and pracmatic, it's still great to hear I'm not my own island of thoughts.
I feel like this latest episode was a silly and wholesome remaster of what Dinn and Bo could be for the Mandolorians. I mean think about it, Lizzo and JB are literally the softened version of Bo and Dinn.
“This is just a normal, healthy relationship” well said
i am stoked you decided to bring up this topic. I have been saying since the beginning of din and bokatan meeting: the two together would bring mandalorians together. and baby go-gurt will help tame the mythasour. solidifying the union. so hand and hand they will unite mandalorians and unify their path forward. with the armorer saying they need to re-take mandalor. I have never been so certain it is gonna happen, and even maybe have baby together once mandalor is under their control once again. keep up all your great content.
I think the reason fan have a problem with direction of season 3 is that they’ve not remembered how Dijn has been mostly pushed along by the plot. He soon great ability to react and manner issue as they’ve come, working and allying himself with various groups. But he’s not really shown agency and vision, something a leader would need to Lead their people beyond just helping them matin.
Bo and Dijn kind of need each other to do what the other lacks.
He grounds her really well I think . She’s been humbled and since she’s been hanging out with him seems to have improved her attitude a bit . Sometimes someone brings out the best of your character
Yes, i am a huge star wars fan, but i'm here for "philosophy and ethics with Allan", and i love it.
I like the relationship that is being developed between Din and Bo-Katan. They make a very effective team. I also like how the Mandolorian culture is being fleshed out. As a warrior society they've become adaptable and becoming familiar with other languages and cultures can be a huge advantage in a battle. Becoming mercenaries or bounty hunters is a logical step. A warrior will do anything within their code of ethics if it will make him a better warrior.
Love your videos, and I'm also enjoying the ying/yang of Din and Bo's relationship. It does look like a good way to rule, and I wish our real world leaders thought like this a but more. Also you have the best sponsorships - you're a lucky content creator - there's no need to fake thinking those sabres are awesome! A rare sponsorship section I don't skip, just drool.
Nice dharma talk, Sensei!
I think it was you who I first heard suggesting that the dark saber belonged to Bo Katan after she rescued Din, and it seemed like such a no brainer that I was relieved when Din turned it over to her and baffled at the haters who mocked the writers for taking what they think was the easy way out. Din was so addled after the rescue that he couldn't have understood what happened, and after seeing the Mythosaur it makes sense that the saber's ownership was the last thing on her mind. As for the timing, Din has always seemed to like setting up dramatic moments, so it makes sense for him to wait until a public moment where he could make the strongest case for her right to the saber.
My only question is whether Bo actually wants to lead her people. Maybe it's modesty and dignity that makes her seem hesitant, but I won't be sure she's truly ready to take charge until we see how she behaves on the battlefield.
Din will not end up in the “new Mandalorian government”. He’s the ideal Mandalorian, the true believer. He’s the inspirational figure who lives true Mandalorian values. He will inspire all Mandalorians to unite around their deepest values. He’s The Mandalorian.
And that's why he's the perfect Mandalore. Mandalorians don't need politicians. Their government is local and clan oriented. The highest position they have, the Mandalore, really only exists as a mediator between clans and the mandalorian people and the world, which Din has proven himself capable of doing, and a war leader. His job, in war, or peace, is to be the representative of everything Mandalorian culture stands for. He's a symbol and a role model.
@@FellsApprentice - it depends what the Mandalorians want.
If they want to take advantage of the sequel power vacuum to build something lasting then the old ways won't be enough. The old ways destroyed them.
Nor did Satine's vision do them any good in the long run. It left them weak in a galaxy about to be taken over by Palpatine and remade with the ideals of the Sith. It will make them even more vulnerable in a galaxy where both Empire and New Republic are destroyed and every petty tyrant and warlord with a fleet to command (imperial, criminal, even former republican) will be trying to carve out a fiefdom for themselves.
It will take a synthesis of all the various Mandalorian cultures for them to thrive and prosper. The ways of the Super-Commandoes to defend what they have, the ways of the Neo-Crusaders to destroy their enemies, and the ways of the New Mandalorians to rebuild in the first instance and then to negotiate with the rest of the galaxy so it doesn't reunify in fear of them and destroy their civilisation yet again.
12:16 Man you are so right!
Awesome video, thank you!! Excited to see where din and bo-katan's story goes 😊
Prof. Alan dropping some absolute gems in this one 👌
I agree 👍🎉🍿😁💯
That's some good commentary bud. Nice to hear a rational viewpoint in this day and age.
Nice work buddy, life is about learning till the day you die and new experiences, people and ideas are all part of not staying stagnant. Kudos Alan nice work big fella ,stay healthy and safe travels.
I love Bo-katan every time she’s on screen awesome stuff happens ether awesome fights or more info on mandalorians
Her leading on her own again isn't a good idea. But tempered by Din's skills filling in the gaps of what she needs, I think they could successfully unite the mandalorians.
Yes!! He has qualities that she lacks and he’s not a doormat / kiss ass. He’ll tell her the truth
Katee Sackhoff just said in an interview at the S.W. celebration yesterday that Bo finally realizes that she cannot lead alone, and that has made her ready for this (leadership). I think she may be hinting at her and Din leading or at least partnering together. Their teamwork and relationship has definitely been built up all season.
Had the same theory on the dark saber. One thing no one has talked about is when Bo Katan was brought out without her helmet, and Paz Vizla looks to Din to confirm this is ok. They are going to be a leadership pair, with Bo as the Mandalore and Din as the diplomat and chief minister. But that look from Paz was important, it showed that Din has genuinely earned the esteem to be the new armorer, basically. A diplomat and keeper of traditions.
Great vid GenTech, you make many good points. I hope Din gets a new weapon to replace the darksaber.
I love that scene with the Ugnaughts.
This video just answered me why the Head of State and the Head of Government are two completely different things. Thank you, Alan!
Bravo dude, this was an amazing video with some great takes grounded in reality. Great stuff Alan
I also really like the pairing of mando and bo. They'll make great leaders for mandalorian
You know, not to step on Dolores‘s toes here. But you have created some great content about leader ship, skills and workplace dynamics in general that could be gleaned upon for use in HR department educational modules galaxy-wide.
Love your idea man. Bo Katan and Din Djarin working together to improve mandalore. Awesome 👏
Also I’m super happy Bo is mandalore again! I loved her character and her arcs throughout the years. I hope we see her use the dark saber more.
As strange as it might be, I think the real importance of the scene with Dinn handing over the dark saber is how it mirrors Bo-Katan helping him rejoin the Children.
I thought i was the only one thinking of that when the episode came out.
Your the only essay that is actually correct. Din is going to be the head of mandalore. At the end of. The series he will be a mythical figure, one clad in pure beskar, riding a mythosaur, welding the darksaber walking the way.
These 2 do balance each other out well. I originally thought Mando would be the leader with the Dark Saber and Bo would be right hand.
"...if you're a low confident male, and want to call Din Djarin a simp..." 🤣🤣🤣🤣 That is fucking great!
Now I'm imagining a Parks and Rec show with these two.
I’ve really enjoyed this season of Mandalorian… it’s the most rewatchable one yet… there have been individual episodes I like to rewatch, but this season is the one I’ve wanted to rewatch most.
Din Djarin can be Space Prince Oberyn Martell of Mandalore.
The helmet stays on during sex 😂
Except for the actor and being a bad ass they have nothing in common, like who would be his Tywin lankster?
Grogu is Din Tyein he may not be able to fully speak yet but has alot of wisdom as but being awaken to the force and having been teach by the Jedi give him alot of knowledge from pass jedi yet also he knowns he is physically weaker and also very diffrent from physical from other mandalorians and aĺso tywin had wine grogu has anything that looks edible
With the way Din Djarin was able to pursuade various people to support his cause (where Bo-Katan was struggling to do so) it seems like he is fast becoming an able leader despite not being consiously looking to become one or even be interested in the role (going by the series thus far). He may be in the support role for now but I would not be overly suprised if eventually he has to take over from Bo-Katan at some point in the future.
Will you do a video on the Romeo and Juliet of the Star Wars Galaxy ?
"Two species, both alike in dignity,
In fair Mon Calamari, where we lay our scene,
From ancient Grudge break to new mutiny,
Where mollusk blood make civil fin unclean"
And all that...
Dude ! You need to write a fanfic on that
Alan, this another fantastic well reasoned piece. The only reason I don't think it will happen is that it will change the plot and monetisation for the series. That said in an ideal world, YES!
Always refreshing ✌️
Your theory of her accidentally winning the saber was something I thought was the case when I watched that episode, didnt know you made a theory video on it, but would have 100% agreed with you, and obviously you were proven right. xD
Thanks Alan I enjoy hearing your perspective on things. 👍🏼
Great take tbh. I think these two are yin and yang. However I think most fan frustration stems from the execution rather than the concept
Niche analogy here: basically Mando is like the Thrass to Bo-Katan’s Thrawn.
I'm glad she got it & definitely thought that she should have back when she saved Din. ... Surprised others saw it differently, but such is life. ... Million sides to almost everything.
- Thanks as always for the quality upload. ... Usually watch, yet don't comment nearly as often. ... Anyhow, your time & efforts are appreciated. ... Best wishes
P.S. ... Love the Warren Buffett mention 💯
I love how Generation Tech never shies away from dissecting applicable life advice or political content from SW.
This is why I prefer weekly episodes, we get to discuss and theorise about the meaning of the events with each other
Such a great video! I love it and i agree with your points about Bo-Katan and Din Djarin. That's my favorite video so far! 🤩😍
RIP Paz Vizsla. Though he was an aggressor, I will miss his interactions with other people.
I've watched your channel here and there but after seeing all sorts of "the Star Wars franchise is dead" and other such videos pop up in my recommended after the latest episode it really felt like a breath of fresh air when watching this video instead. I then noticed I've yet to be subscribed and well now I am.
Lone Wolf and Cub delivered the Magic Sword, saved the Princess, cleared the way for her Ascension to her rightful Throne.
During the Grand Celebration that followed, they slipped quietly away before anyone could pin a Sheriff's badge on Din's Armor.
That's the show I'm watching; I'm having a grand time!
Was really hoping for Din Djarin to be Mandalore The Restorer.
I wasn't ready for this level of wisdom this morning
You nail it! Good job!
I feel like not having mandalore already sorta United during the mando series was a missed opportunity for more stories about how the mandalorians were coping with their new lot in life among the galaxy
You know they can still do that now right? And with the added bonus of having established characters that are involved in the sweet juicy origin story of the newborn mandalor
@@the_godfather9974 Yeah but it feels like it would have been fun to see the culture clash with their methodology as this new mandalores trying to figure what it all about.
And then you can add in stuff like how the new mandalorian empire is dealing with nearby civiliationns.
Did anyone else realise Din’s pre-Beskar chest plate was on one of the guys in the covert in ep5 (19:26 in the ep)
I loved seeing that toxic (your word) side of him too! That was great.
I did not expect so much wisdom in this episode. Great video!
Love your take! Great video as always! 🙏
Good point
I would have preferred Din to try and lead the mandalorians, or atleast have used the darksaber properly atleast once before passing it on.
Bo Katan has led mandalore before and I would have expect her to refuse to do so again, but like Allen said for Din, have her in the advisory role with her experience and military experience
I agreed with your theory. Had the same thought myself.
Love the humour and underlying deeper message in your holovids.
The last episode was amazing! I love your take.
I love this vid, reminds me of the what if obi wan did left the order for satine
Bo needs her own series
I think it is interesting that we often don't want to see the "hero/ heroine" in tales unless they are The Leader, shoving aside their underlings so they can be Out Front, the Big Target, armored in plot and contracts. Being part of the big picture just isn't enough for us. It's like how disappointed some fans were that Boba Fett matured, saw a different way to live, and began assembling his Tribe. As a mature person, I loved this Truth, but in the Mandalorian, we have had a different dynamic since he already had a 'tribe'...
Din fulfilled his function *for* his people from the beginning of the series because it was never about himself, it was always about them. He took on the responsibility for the foundling in addition to this when the Armorer pointed out his choice to save Grogu made that responsibility his. When Grogu chose to return to him, wearing the armor, he again accepted the responsibility. Redeeming himself in the Living Waters was as much for himself as it was for Grogu. If anything happens to Din, Grogu will have a place, a family, all those things the Creed teaches as opposite of the Jedi. He offered to assist Bo in her quest to reclaim Mandalore in exchange for directions to the Living Waters. She more than fulfilled his request and now, he is living up to his promise, walking The Way, faithfully, before his son and his people, as well as others who do not consider him anything but a cultist. His bathing in the Living Waters, redeeming himself and fulfilling his promises is The Way, whether that leads to greatness OR being one of many Mandalorians committed to stronger together.
Through the seasons we've seen him humbled, butt kicked and not only willing but able to reach out for help when in need. Most importantly, we've seen him apply the lessons learned, and seek out competent teachers while stumbling over others with wisdom to share. We've seen him give help to those in need with the same determination. IMHO, he does not *have* to be a Leader for this set of stories to be *about him*. Seeing history in the making, giving US the view of how things are evolving does not require him to be part of the hierarchy of leadership. The implication there are many other Mandalorians out there to gather together also implies there will be other leaders to join the cause. Din has demonstrated his commitment is to the overall good of everyone as part of his commitment to The Way, even as it changes locations and nuances are added to the definition. I hope we continue to see Din Jarin's viewpoint, a how did these changes impact the average Mandalorian perspective as well as his impact on those who will lead.
Thank you so much for the great video and I love your commentary on our real world in comparison to the Mandorlorian! Love you brother and keep up the great videos!
I agree with a lot of your points, having them both lead with Din acting as an ambassador and Bo Katan as the leader of Mandolore does make a lot of sense. However I still believe Din would be the better leader based on his actions along with where the galaxy is at in the timeline.
Now we all know the Empire is gonna return at some point in the future but at the current moment these characters have no reason to believe this is the case, right now is the time to rebuild Mandolore, gather allies, form treaties, and recover what was lost in the Civil War, and I believe wholehreatedly that the best option for that is Din Djarin. He has been shown to be a great negotiator and slowly builds up a network of friends and allies across the galaxy. He also takes time to learn another cultures customs and adapts accordingly, while he may stumble in his first interactions he is quick to adapt and can even find ways to twist their cultural rules to get what he wants. Honestly his only issue is his predjuice towards droids but hey he is getting better slowly but surely.
What Mandolore needs right now is a leader that is able to form connections and make allies as it is nowhere near any condition to rist picking fights, Din is that leader and Bo is not. We see in this series alone that she is a very selfish and overly ambitious leader alogn with having the terrible habit of picking fights that arent warrented. We can see all these traits in Season 2 of Mandolorian durring the raid on Gideons ship, firstly she is reluctant to help as it wasn't something that would benifit her until the Dark Saber was brought up later. Then she insults Boba Fett unprovocked and he gets into a fight with her lacky that she can't control. Finally we see thather plan to rebuild mandolore hinged on her having the Darksaber and hoping that would be enough to get people to side with her, but here is the problem she has nowhere near enough men or resources to even consider rebuilding Mandolore the entierty of her ambition was reliant on the ownership of the Darksaber.
I am pretty positive we’re gonna see Din & Bo getting together and having Mando babies
I am not normally one to "ship" characters, but these two hooking up feels so fucking natural. When either of them needs the other they're there. Din needs help to save his friend, she's in without him having to ask. Bo needs help to win over her former Mandalorian allies, he's logically explaining how she technically owns the dark saber. Bo is also really great with Grogu, like that time Grogu was going to duel the other Mando kid, and she was able to be warm and supportive of Grogu while also being supportive of Din. Which in my mind demonstrates that she and Din are not just perfect for each other, but also that Bo would be a great mother to Grogu. Also, when Paz was talking about being loyal to them, he was talking about them both, not just Din nor just Bo. A loyalty earned entirely through deeds, not by possession of the saber or holding some special station within their culture. Though this does also highlight the counterargument to my point too, all of these people are so loyal to each other, and that may discredit some of why I think Din and Bo are great for each other. Except for the Grogu part...
All the above said though; Din has been the protagonist of the show since the beginning, and it's called the Mandalorian, not the Mandalorians. I think it's a big possibility that something is going to happen to Bo because she's not supposed to have the most important role in the series. At least if this show follows traditional conventions, which Star Wars has not always done, but Favreau and Filoni are much less the mold breakers that George Lucas was.
This was a great episode. I couldn't agree with you more on our politics, but I'm not sure if dadalorian will stay connected to mandalore. I think it will really restrict the character, but I do think he will keep coming back, since Bo will finally reunite the mandalorian people. I could see him being sent out on missions of diplomacy like we saw in this last episode. Also rebuilding mandalore will take a long time and I just don't see the writers sticking around for multiple seasons in one spot. Part of the attraction for this show was the "new planet of the week" style showing us how large the galaxy is.
I absolutely agree about how Bo and Din are good for each other and how they are both good for Grogu. But I'm also not sure if it's a romance thing just yet. Sometimes people have a great effect on each other, but only through friendship, once a relationship starts their needs don't mesh. I could totally see this happening here, since Bo will need to stay on mandalore and Din is more the type to roam. Just look at the land he was offered, he only took it to give a place for his people to live. He was content to take Grogu all over the place and never settle down.
That is one of the tragedies in life, that two people can mesh so well, but their fundamental needs can be so different, driving them apart. If they try to force themselves or each other to fundamentally change who they are to stick together, it almost always ends in strife.
I suppose it could be made to work if Din was always on the move as a diplomat or some other type of networker, but I can't see him staying in one place very easily.
12:17 I just absolutely love how he just regularly plants these nuggets of unfiltered truth within the context of his videos! 😂💯
"The Shakespeare quote 'uneasy is the head that wears a crown' is from Henry IV Part 2 is often now phrased as 'heavy is the head the wears the crown'. The phrase has become an English idiom meaning that those charged with major responsibility carry a heavy burden that makes it difficult for them to relax."
Din as Bo-Katan partner is even a better idea because it was he who started humanizing the Tuskan Raiders, which made them in Boba Fett even more relatable
Also he likes a droid or 2😂
I'm pretty much convinced on they could make a good mando family while raising grogu into the mandalorian culture.