WARNING! This article contains spoilers forStar Wars#2.
Obi-Wan Kenobiinfamously lied to Luke when it came to the truth about his father, conveniently leaving out any reference to Anakin’s fall to the dark side. While he later rationalized his actions as a matter of perspective, the emotional impact on Luke cannot be understated. However, a brand newStar Warsflagship series is making amends for Obi-Wan’s bending of the truth.
InStar Wars #2, written by Alex Segura with art by Phil Noto, a fascinating new layer is added to the complicated relationship betweenObi-Wan Kenobi and Luke Skywalker.
The issue delves into Luke’s discovery ofObi-Wan’s journals, which speak of a powerful Jedi artifact:the Crown of Verity.This relic, capable of revealing all lies and preventing the wearer from uttering a single falsehood, becomes Luke’s mission. Luke’s pursuit of the Crown of Verity becomes a poignant, though ultimately unfulfilled, attempt by Obi-Wan to offer Luke an apology for his own lies.
The Crown Of Verity Could Change The Course Of The Future
Star Wars#2, Written By Alex Segura With Art By Phil Noto
Obi-Wan Kenobi’s initial lie to Lukeabout Darth Vader being responsible for Anakin’s death was a necessary evil on Obi-Wan’s part, designed to protect Luke from a horrifying truth he wasn’t ready to hear just yet.However, this one lie unraveled spectacularly after Luke and Vader’s confrontation in Cloud City, leaving Luke grappling with many emotions, including betrayal. Years later, Luke’s hunt for the Crown of Verity, revealed through Obi-Wan’s own writings, suggests a subtle, posthumous acknowledgment on Obi-Wan’s part. Obi-Wan, perhaps plagued by his own actions, sought to set Luke on a path to absolute truth.
The very existence and power of the Crown of Verity directly addressthe core of Obi-Wan’s earlier lie. If such an artifact could genuinely strip away all deceit, then Obi-Wan’s desire for Luke to find it speaks volumes.The Crown, therefore, becomes a tangible form of penance; an attempt to give Luke a tool that would protect him from other lies, especially those that could bring him harm. Obi-Wan’s revelation of the Crown through his journals speaks to an unspoken regret and a desire for Luke to navigate a universe often shrouded in half-truths and shadows, armed with the clarity of absolute honesty.
Luke’s Quest For The Truth Stemmed From A Well-Intentioned Lie
Obi-Wan Remains One Of The Most Moral Characters In The Franchise
Luke’s growing obsession with finding the Crown of Verity after learning of its existence shows just how desperate Luke is for truth. Having been misled by someone he deeply trusted, the idea of an artifact that could expose all lies would logically appeal to him.This mission, sparked byObi-Wan’s own historical accounts, acts as a symbolic journey towards mending past lies he’s been told, even if unknowingly on Obi-Wan’s part.His determination to find the Crown, even at great personal risk, speaks to a deeper need to understand the world without filters.
Having been misled by someone he deeply trusted, the idea of an artifact that could expose all lies would logically appeal to him.
The unearthing of the legend and truth behind the Crown of Verity turns this storyline into something way beyond a simple treasure hunt. Instead,it becomes a powerful exploration of truth, deception, and the lasting impact of choices made with good intentions. While Luke’s success in acquiring the Crown remains to be seen, the very pursuit of it, spurred on byObi-Wan’slegacy, is a compelling arc that addresses one of the most enduring controversies inStar Warslore.
