This incredibleStar Warstheory suggestsObi-Wan Kenobimight have one remaining legacy that has yet to come to light—andthe upcomingThe Mandalorian & Grogumoviecould be the perfect time for the franchise to reveal it.Obi-Wan’sStar Warstimelineis long, complex, and critically important, to say the least. Not only did Obi-Wan train Anakin Skywalker, one ofStar Wars’most powerful Jedi(who also, unfortunately, became one ofStar Wars’most powerful Sith), but also, he helped to safeguard the future of the Jedi by watching over and eventually training Luke Skywalker.
However, Obi-Wan Kenobi’s history is also more complex than it initially seemed. While Obi-Wan always came across as one of the wisest, most rule-following Jedi, in the originalStar Warstrilogy and in the prequel movies,Star Wars: The Clone Warsrevealed shocking truths about Obi-Wan’s past. Now, those truths could have massive implications, including through this one potential legacy that some theories will eventually be revealed.
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Could Korkie Kryze Be Obi-Wan’s Secret Son?
The Clone Warsshockingly revealed that Obi-Wan had once had a romantic connection with Satine Kryze, the Duchess of Mandalore. Given how disastrous Anakin’s love affair with Padmé had been, and how negative (and even judgmental) Obi-Wan had been about Anakin’s clear feelings for Padmé inStar Wars: Episode II - Attack of the ClonesandStar Wars: Episode III - Revenge of the Sith, this came as a true surprise. What made this twist even more bewildering was that it was no mere crush or flirtation.
Obi-Wan revealed that he loved Satine enough that, had she asked, he would have left the Jedi Order for her.
Rather, Obi-Wan revealed that he loved Satine enough that, had she asked, he would have left the Jedi Order for her. With that level of dedication, many have begun to ask:could Obi-Wan and Satine have had a secret love child?While this question may seem impossible or absurd at first, the theory that Obi-Wan may have had a child with Satine (one he may not have even known about himself) came from a character introduced inThe Clone Wars.
Korkie Kryze was a brand-new character inThe Clone Wars, introduced as Satine’s nephew. However, what made this particularly odd was that Satine only seemed to have one known sibling, Bo-Katan Kryze. Presumably, then, Korkie would be Bo-Katan’s son, yet, curiously, that wasn’t the case. This raises serious questions about whose son Korkie could be. If Satine had no other siblings and was not married, how could she have a nephew?
That curious lineage combined with Obi-Wan and Satine’s apparent romantic history would be suggestive enough, but many have also pointed out thatKorkie Kryze shares a striking resemblance to Obi-Wan. Yes, Korkie’s reddish hair could come from Satine’s side of the family, as Bo-Katan is also a redhead, but even beyond that, Korkie really does look like a perfect combination of Satine and Obi-Wan. Even more incriminating, Korkie’s age seems perfectly aligned with when Obi-Wan and Sabine spent time together.
This Delightful Theory Reminds Us Obi-Wan Was More Than Just A Jedi
The notion that Obi-Wan could have had a child with Satine may seem to undermine Obi-Wan’s character, but, in truth,it just reinforces how complex Obi-Wan really was, whichStar Warshas only made clearer with time. In the originalStar Warstrilogy, Obi-Wan may have seemed to be a wise and powerful Jedi, dedicated to the light side of the Force, and while that was true, it also wasn’t the complete picture of Obi-Wan. After all, Obi-Wan cheekily told Luke that his half-truth about Luke’s father had been true"from a certain point of view."
The prequel trilogy then revealed even more complexity, as it proved thatObi-Wan knew about Anakin and Padmé, yet he elected not to report their romance to the Jedi Council. Instead, he waited until it was already too late to even acknowledge that Padmé was pregnant with Anakin’s baby. Clearly, Obi-Wan struggled with attachment himself, as he overlooked Anakin’s flaws (and outright defiant behavior) because he loved him as a brother.
The Clone Wars, more than any other addition toStar Warsmovies and TV shows, doubled down on the fact that Obi-Wan was more than he seemed. In fact, his love affair with Satine was reinforced even further, as it was revealed that Satine’s nickname for Obi-Wan was Ben—the name he ultimately chose as his alias when he was in hiding on Tatooine during the Dark Times. Clearly, this relationship with Satine Kryze remained a part of Obi-Wan until his final days.
This relationship with Satine Kryze remained a part of Obi-Wan until his final days.
Could Korkie Kryze Return In The Mandalorian Era?
The fate of Korkie Kryze remains unclear, butthat could mean Korkie’s return in eitherThe Mandalorian & Groguor a potential season 4 ofThe Mandalorian. At present, it seems Bo-Katan believes Korkie to be dead, as she mentioned being the last of her line. However, that could simply be a belief based on there being no communication between Korkie and Bo-Katan. Sadly, based on everything that has happened to Mandalore and the Mandalorians sinceThe Clone Wars, it’s a reasonable assumption to make.
Star Warscould have the opportunity to confirm this theory, revealing that Korkie really was Obi-Wan’s son all along.
Yet, without his death being confirmed,Korkie could return in The Mandalorian era. Were he to return,Star Warscould have the opportunity to confirm this theory, revealing that Korkie really was Obi-Wan’s son all along. This would be earth-shattering, to be sure, but it would also be a thrilling turn for the franchise to take. In fact, revealing Korkie to be Obi-Wan’s son and bringing him back to theStar Warsscreen could have another fascinating implication.
In a sense, revealing Korkie to be Obi-Wan’s son could make good on one of the more popularsequel trilogy theories. Specifically, many thought Rey was a Kenobi. Ultimately,Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalkerinstead made Rey a Palpatine by blood (very controversially). However,Obi-Wan could still have a descendant in Korkie Kryze.
Of course, it remains to be seen whetherStar Warswould have such a shocking twist, either inThe Mandalorian & Groguor otherwise, and so far, there’s been no indication that the movie will do so. Nevertheless,Star Warshas increasingly connected toThe Clone Wars, including inAhsoka,Star Wars: The Bad Batch, and evenThe Mandalorian. It’s certainly not out of the question that an upcomingStar Warsproject could reveal Korkie Kryze to beObi-Wan Kenobi’ssecret love child.
