He told Luke Skywalker he meant no harm in his first moments on screen and in that moment an icon was born.
The character of Yoda, introduced in The Empire Strikes Back, has been a part of Star Wars lore and the franchise since 1980. He's had many memorable moments on screen. Here's his top 10.
10. Yoda with the Younglings (Attack of the Clones) - An innocent but powerful scene teaching the Jedi Master with the next generation and assisting Obi-Wan Kenobi.
9. Yoda travels to Dagobah for the first time (the Clone Wars season 6-episode, Destiny) - At the order of the Force Ghost of Qui Gon Jinn to discover deeper meanings of the Force.
8. Yoda confronts bitter Luke (The Last Jedi) - The wise master confronts his former padawan and allows him to confront his past and encourages Luke to become the great Jedi once again.
7. Yoda reveals he is the Jedi Master (The Empire Strikes Back) - As Luke is getting frustrated, Yoda reveals who he really is and shows the wisdom that will come to define the character.
6. Yoda appears at the end of The Acolyte season finale (The Acolyte) - The master's appearance in the finale demonstrates the connection between him and the story and how the Jedi were aware of the growing threat.
5. Ahsoka's vision of Yoda (Rebels season 2-episode, Shroud of Darkness) - As the Jedi temple collapses, Ahsoka sees a vision of her former master and gives her a sense of her true path
4. Yoda's first appearance (The Empire Strikes Back) - He introduced himself to Luke and the world in such a comical and lighthearted way that the audience fell in love. Who also doesn't love him fighting with R2D?
3. Yoda lifts Luke's X-Wing (The Empire Strikes Back) - The music, the speech, and the power of belief make this scene memorable for any Star Wars fan.
2. Yoda's death (Return of the Jedi) - His death was the end of the character but the beginning of so much more for Luke Skywalker, Rey, and the other Jedi that will follow.
1. Yoda talks to the Clones (The Clone Wars season 1 episode, Ambush) - With John Williams's cue and theme and the simple way Yoda speaks to each clone about their individuality, it gives the character a powerful moment to inspire those who don't only use the Force.