Holocron Entries

"The Return” Review - The Bad Batch, Season 3, Episode 5

It's something of a monster of the week episode, but it allows the character progression needed.
Takeaways From This Week
The episode started disappointingly but improved as it progressed.
The new dynamics and character development are enjoyable.
The trajectory of the season suggests a potential showdown at a facility.
The fate of Omega and the survival of the clones are uncertain.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: The Return
Synopsis: Tensions rise as our heroes navigate new dynamics on a dangerous mission.
Director: Nate Villanueva
Writer: Amanda Rose Munoz
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
The Very Bad Batch Credits:
Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star Wars
Holocron Entries Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

"A Different Approach” Review - The Bad Batch, Season 3, Episode 4

Omega and Crosshair are stranded and must work together to find a way off-planet again and attempt to meet up with the remaining members of The Bad Batch. Plus, the puppy comes along.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Title: A Different Approach
Synopsis: Stranded in dangerous territory, Omega and Crosshair must work together.
Director: Braid Rau, Saul Ruiz
Writer: Jennifer Corbett
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
The Very Bad Batch Credits:
Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star Wars
Holocron Entries Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

The Bad Batch: Season 3 Premiere Episode Reviews

Dylan and Ashley are back for a brand new season of The Very Bad Batch, where we're discussing every episode of the final season. Make sure to tune in to our post-episode discussions each week!
Takeaways From This Week
The premiere of season three of The Bad Batch had a different format, with three episodes released together.
The plot focuses on Omega and her experiences in prison, as well as the Bad Batch's escape and encounters with other clones.
The Emperor's involvement and the introduction of Project Necromancer raised questions about the direction of the show.
There is speculation about Omega's significance and the potential ending of the series, including any character deaths.
Episode Breakdown
Episode Titles: Confined, Paths Unkown, Shadows of Tantiss
Hosts:
Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladil
Ashley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
The Very Bad Batch Credits:
Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star Wars
Holocron Entries Art: Cherie Henriques
Summary Show Notes: Created by Riverside.FM AI Integration
Support Us: http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

”Part Eight: The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord” Review - Ahsoka: Season One, Episode Eight

On the finale of Ahsoka, we're left wondering what the point was. A prelude for something much larger? A bridge between animation and live-action? We discuss the finale of this season finale of Live-Action Rebels.
Part Eight: The Jedi, the Witch, and the WarlordThe heroes race to prevent Grand Admiral Thrawn's escape.
Director: Rick FamuyiwaWriter: Dave Filoni
Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star Wars
Holocron Entries Art:Cherie Henriques
Support Us:http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

”Part Seven: Dreams and Madness” Review - Ahsoka: Season One, Episode Seven

The penultimate episode of Ahsoka moves all the characters into the same place, ready for the finale, but leaves us questioning how much character progression this show is truly offering its leads.
Part Seven: Dreams and MadnessHera must answer to the New Republic while a reunion takes place far, far away.
Director: Geeta Vasant PatelWriter: Dave Filoni
Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star Wars
Holocron Entries Art:Cherie Henriques
Support Us:http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

”Part Six: Far, Far Away” Review - Ahsoka: Season One, Episode Six

In the episode that Dylan calls "the best of the season," we join back up with Sabine as she reaches the footsteps of Thrawn.
Part Six: Far, Far AwayThe search for Grand Admiral Thrawn reaches beyond the limits of the galaxy.
Director: Jennifer Getzinger Writer: Dave Filoni
Hosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley
Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star Wars
Holocron Entries Art:Cherie Henriques
Support Us:http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

”Part Five: Shadow Warrior” Review - Ahsoka: Season One, Episode Five

Between The Clone Wars fan service and this episode's wild ending, we discuss whether it was good or just tickling the right part of Ahsoka fans' brains.Part Five: Shadow WarriorAhsoka confronts her past, while Hera and her allies undertake a rescue mission.Director: Dave Filoni Writer: Dave FiloniHosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star WarsHolocron Entries Art:Cherie Henriques Support Us:http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

”Part Four: Fallen Jedi” Review - Ahsoka: Season One, Episode Four

In the fourth episode of Ahsoka, things are turned up with plenty of lightsaber action and a cliffhanger ending.Part Four: Fallen JediHera risks her career to help her friends while Ahsoka and Sabine confront enemies.Director: Peter Ramsey Writer: Dave FiloniHosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star WarsHolocron Entries Art:Cherie Henriques Support Us:http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

”Part Three: Time to Fly” Review - Ahsoka: Season One, Episode Three

Things slow down a tad in the third episode of Ahsoka, and we discuss if the show isn’t treating its past Rebels fans correctly.Chapter Three: Time to FlyHera tangles with New Republic politics while Ahsoka and Sabine Wren voyage to a distant planet.Director: Steph Green Writer: Dave FiloniHosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star WarsHolocron Entries Art:Cherie Henriques Support Us:http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion

”Part One: Master and Apprentice” & ”Part Two: Toil and Trouble” Review - Ahsoka: Season One, Episode One & Two

We discuss the two-episode premiere of Ahsoka, how it feels like a continuation of Rebels, the new characters and what seeing animated ones brought to life.Part One: Master and ApprenticeA valuable prisoner escapes New Republic custody; a search for answers reunites two old friends.Director: Dave Filoni Writer: Dave FiloniPart Two: Toil and TroubleAhsoka and General Hera Syndulla travel to New Republic shipyards and make an unexpected discovery.Director: Steph Green Writer: Dave FiloniHosts: Dylan Blight: https://twitter.com/vivaladilAshley Hobley: https://twitter.com/ashleyhobley Intro Trailer & Images: LucasFilm/Star WarsHolocron Entries Art:Cherie Henriques Support Us:http://www.ko-fi.com/explosion