The second season of the Mandalorian kicks off at the end of October. Here are five bold predictions for season 2 of the Emmy award-winning show.
Season 1 of The Mandalorian was an exciting addition to the world of Star Wars. It was full of excitement, humor, and shocking twists and turns. From Baby Yoda to IG-11, to familiar creatures like Kowakian Monkey Lizards, Jawas, Twi’leks, and Devaronians, the show was also full of callbacks that tied in nicely to the saga films.
The trailer for season 2 dropped a little over a week ago and gave us an idea of what the second installment may hold and a first glimpse of the overall scope of the season, which looks like to be on a huge scale. Rumors have abounded that the show will also include appearances from classic characters like Ahsoka Tano, Rex, and Boba Fett. It should be a fun and memorable ride that could be even better than the nearly perfect first season.
In anticipation of the upcoming season, here are five bold predictions for what we may be in store for in season 2 of The Mandalorian. Some of these pertain to characters we could see, while others involve plot points or shocking moments that could come our way. Again these predictions are purely speculation and contain no known spoilers.
1. There will be a major death
In the first season of The Mandalorian, we had to suffer through to major character deaths. First the hardworking, reluctant companion of Mando, the Ugnaught Kuiil was killed by the Empire toward the end of the first season. In the season finale we saw the former bounty droid IG-11 sacrifice himself to save Mando, Baby Yoda, Cara Dune, and Greef Karga. Just when us fans were getting used to and loving these new characters, they were killed off and left us mourning and feeling stunned.
There’s a good chance that we get even more heart-wrenching deaths in season 2. The two most likely candidates are Cara Dune and Greef Karga. These two appeared intermittently throughout the first season, with both having different paths on their way to becoming basically partners in crime with Mando.
Cara Dune was a former acquaintance who helped Mando out of a jam and later joined forces with him when he decided to meet with Karga in the season finale. Karga was first Mando’s employer and then basically an enemy, as he put a hit on his head. He later joins forces with him and helps him fight his way through Moff Gideon’s forces.
These characters will likely see plenty of screen time in the second season and will grow even closer to Mando and Baby Yoda and to us fans as well. To see one of them die fighting for their friends would be a likely scenario and one that fits in with what this show has done in the past. Whether it’s Karga or Dune, chances are high that one doesn’t make it to season three.
2. Boba Fett will appear but not have his armor
In the final shots of the fifth episode of season 1 of The Mandalorian, we see a shadowy figure look over the body of Fennec Shand. Rumors abounded that perhaps this mysterious character was none other than Boba Fett. It made some sense since this scene took place on Tatooine and that is where we last saw Boba Fett before he was knocked into the Sarlaac Pit.
When the news broke that Temura Morrison would be joining the cast of season 2 of The Mandalorian many figured he’d be playing Boba Fett. It’s quite possible that’s the case but he could also be playing an older version of Rex. If Boba Fett does make an appearance, there’s a good chance he won’t have his armor. There’s a couple of reasons for this. First of all there’s a story that is canon that takes place in The Aftermath series of books that depicts an outlaw on Tatooine acquiring Mandalorian armor from some Jawas. That could easily be Boba Fett’s armor that perhaps he wiggled out of to escape the monster. Another possibility could be that being in the Sarlacc pit destroyed Fett’s armor. Perhaps the digestive juices wore through the armor making it fall apart.
Having Fett appear in the series would make some sense. He could try to get his name back in the world of bounty hunting and bringing in the Mandalorian and his little green friend would surely make him the top hunter in the galaxy. If he does take on this role, expect to see Boba Fett with a whole new look that doesn’t include his signature armor and helmet.
3. Luke Skywalker will be mentioned
A big plot point of season 2 of The Mandalorian involves Mando returning Baby Yoda to a group of “enemy sorcerers.” These sorcerers are obviously the Jedi and the only Jedi alive in the galaxy at this time is Luke Skywalker.
While it’s doubtful we actually see the Jedi Master in this show at all, chances are extremely high he’s mentioned by name perhaps even more than once. There’s been talk that Ahsoka Tano will be in the show and Rosario Dawson has been cast to play her. If that’s the case and she does make an appearance, she will surely know of Luke Skywalker. It’s possible that Mando reluctantly gives Baby Yoda to Ahsoka to deliver to Luke for training.
Maybe we’ll get to find out what exactly Luke is doing during this time frame and whether he’s busy training his sister or fellow Force-sensitive students. Maybe it’ll be during his search for the Sith home planet with Lando and he won’t be able to be found. Whatever it may be, Luke Skywalker should be mentioned by name as both Mando and his companions learn more about the Jedi throughout the new season, and further discover the powerful potential of their wee little friend.
4. Baby Yoda will speak
One word that seems to encapsulate Baby Yoda or The Child, since his debut in the first episode of The Mandalorian, is surprising. This little green tyke seems to do something every episode that no one expects. Whether it is just existing, using the force, playing with a knob on a shifter, eating a lizard, or drinking out of a cup like it’s coffee, this little member of Yoda’s species is chock full of surprises.
Fully expect that trend to continue in season 2 of The Mandalorian. I’m sure we’ll see the little guy continue to develop and grow and pick up many mannerisms and learn many traits from not just Mando but even Greef Karga and Cara Dune. One thing we can also expect is to finally hear the little feller talk.
That would be the icing on the cake for the character that stole the hearts of Star Wars fans about a year ago. The question is how will he talk? Will he speak in the same backward style that Yoda made so famous? Or maybe that was just a Yoda thing and other members of his species talk like any other sentient being. I’m going to venture a guess and say we will find out toward the back end of season 2. Not only do I predict we will hear him talk, but I’ll also go as far as predicting what it is he’s going to say. Again this comes without any known spoilers, as that isn’t my style, but I’m going to say in about episode 7 of season 2, Baby Yoda will talk and he will say, “The way, this is.” Bank on it.
5. Baby Yoda will end up in the hands of the enemy
The whole driving force of season 2 of The Mandalorian will be Din Djarin trying to return Baby Yoda to the Jedi where he obviously belongs. There will surely be plenty of trials, tribulations, and detours along the way and that goal may not eventually happen until much later seasons. However, don’t be shocked if The Child ends up in the hands of the enemy in a season-ending cliff hanger.
Mando and Baby Yoda will encounter plenty of enemies in season 2. Moff Gideon will be seeking his revenge on them for nearly killing him and the Empire, or whatever remnants of it exist, clearly have some plan for the young force user. Mando also has a mark on his head and many bounty hunters across the galaxy will want to take him in and cash in on the reward. While Baby Yoda ending up in the hands of a fellow bounty hunter is possible, (looking at you Boba Fett), ending up with the evil Moff is more likely.
Gedeon will be heavily involved in this season and actor Giancarlo Esposito even said he has a lot of action this year that involves him using the darksaber. He’ll be a constant nuisance throughout the season and will end up on top when season 2 comes to a close. He’ll have The Child in his possession and the first half of season three will be set up as a rescue mission.
What bold predictions do you have for season 2 of The Mandalorian? Let us know in the comments!