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It is impossible to forget when Kylo Ren killed Han Solo. While theStar Warssaga is extremely successful and has expanded through numerous sequels, prequels, series, and spin-offs, certain elements amidst the vastness feel unnecessary and nonsensical. Despite being a billion-dollar franchise, fans struggle to wrap their heads around certain plot points, such as Kylo Ren’s actions toward Han Solo and, notably, his killing of Lor San Tekka.

Adam Driver as Kylo Ren from the Star Wars franchise

The Disney era of Star Wars undoubtedly has brought more twists and turns than fans are fond of. Although they tried to expand the universe, along the way, they misplaced a few pieces of the puzzle, leaving fans scratching their heads over what’s what in a galaxy far, far away.

Why Kylo Ren Killing Lor San Tekka Didn’t Make Sense?

Adam Driver‘s Kylo Ren killed Lor San Tekka played by Max Von Sydow inThe Force Awakensmostly because Tekka possessed a crucial piece of information that Ren needed, the location of the missing Jedi, Luke Skywalker.

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However, the thing fans found themselves time and again unable to wrap their head around was the decision. Because if one thinks of it, it really doesn’t make sense when considering his broader goals and motivations. Firstly, killing Tekka doesn’t guarantee the elimination of the map to Luke Skywalker, as other copies or sources could exist. Ren’s belief that Tekka held the sole knowledge of Luke’s whereabouts seems shortsighted.

Furthermore, Ren’s connection to Tekka, implied by their conversation, hints at a deeper history between them that remains unexplored. Killing Tekka without further exploration of their relationship leaves a significant gap and undermines the complexity of Ren’s character, which fans now wish could have been done otherwise.

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Overall, Ren’s decision to kill Tekka appears more as a plot device to establish his villainy rather than a logical progression of his character arc, making it an inconsistency that fans to this day cannot make peace with.

Why Kylo Ren Killing Han Solo Was Completely Unnecessary?

While Lor San Tekka’s killing is something that fans don’t understand,Kylo Ren’s killing Han SoloinThe Force Awakensis viewed as unnecessary and hurtful by many. Firstly, it didn’t significantly advance the plot or Ren’s character development. While it showcased Ren’s internal struggle and allegiance to the dark side, this could have been achieved through alternative means without sacrificing such a beloved character.

Moreover, Han Solo’s death deprived the sequel trilogy of his potential for further narrative exploration and character growth. His presence could have offered valuable mentorship to Rey or contributed to the dynamics within the Resistance.

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Han’s demise felt forced within the storyline. Killing off such an iconic character prematurely somewhat disregarded his legacy and impact on theStar Warssaga. Han Solo’s characterdeserved a more fitting farewell, one that honored his contributions to the franchise and resonated with fans on a deeper level.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens is streaming on Disney+.

Sampurna Banerjee

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Sampurna Banerjee is an Entertainment Writer at FandomWire, and she’s written over 1,700 articles! She covers everything from celebrity news to the latest superhero buzz, streaming shows, and fan theories. If it’s trending in pop culture, Sampurna’s probably already on it.When she’s not working, you’ll probably find her rewatching The Office (again), getting into debates about Marvel’s timeline, or diving deep into Christopher Nolan movies for the hundredth time. She’s not just writing about entertainment, she’s living it.

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