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The admiration for his character, however, has seemed to forget his villainous identity over time.

This has become prevalent recently with the response from some fans following thethree-episode premiere ofAndorseason 2.

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This, however, is a gross misunderstanding of Vader’s character, as noted by George Lucas himself.

According to Lucas,Vader doesn’t even do this in an attempt to save the entire galaxy.

Anakin’s one concern in this moment is his son, and the compassion he has for Luke.

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It would have been impossible for him to do so, anyway.

Vader had a reputation for being one of the most brutal people in the galaxy for a reason.

To even say that Vader was redeemed inReturn of the Jediis not the truth.

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