Particularly shows likeThe MandalorianandAhsokahave primedThe Mandalorian and Groguto truly bring on a new era of the franchise.

This is really one of Thrawn’s greatest strengths, as is his intelligence and strategic nature.

Thrawn showed how invested he was in understanding his opponents' cultures and traditions.

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This strategy in particular elucidates why Din Djarin and the other Mandalorians could be in major trouble.

In fact, with Din Djarin, this will only be that much worse.

He can specifically weaponize the intense family ties and loyalty of the Mandalorians with Din Djarin.

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Padme to the left, Palpatine/Darth Sidious in the middle/background, and Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker to the right, all from Revenge of the Sith

Din Djarin with his helmet off in the foreground and Palpatine, Darth Maul, Thrawn, and Moff Gideon in the background

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Thrawn from Star Wars Rebels standing in front of Ysalamiri sculptures

Mandalorians at the Great Forge in The Mandalorian season 3 finale

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