So, we all know the tragic scene: Order 66 hits like a ton of bricks, and suddenly the Jedi are all over the galaxy’s most wanted list. Clones who used to be pals? Now, they’re a Jedi’s worst nightmare. But, hey, not every Jedi bit the dust. Some got lucky—or crafty—and made it out alive. Let’s take a dive into the survivor pool and meet the Jedi who managed to escape that deadly order.
The Devastation of Order 66
Alright, let’s break it down. Order 66 wasn’t just some lighthearted “Oops, let’s wipe out the Jedi today” kind of move. It was a brutal, galaxy-wide massacre. Picture this: one moment, you’re battling side by side with clone troopers, and the next, you’re their target. Jedi, some of the galaxy’s best generals, being shot down by their own troops. Fast forward past a couple of failed attempts at survival, and now we’ve got a group of Jedi who managed to slip through the cracks of this galactic wipeout.
Why So Many Jedi Got Wiped Out
- Order 66 was quick—way too quick. Thousands of Jedi? Gone in hours.
- The Jedi Temple? Reduced to rubble. The sacred Jedi sites? Erased.
- People were freaked out. No one trusted anyone.
But, somehow, a few managed to duck and dodge and hide their way through the chaos. And that’s where the fun begins.
Obi-Wan Kenobi: The OG Survivor
Let’s kick things off with the legend, Obi-Wan Kenobi. Now, if you’re looking for an example of Jedi wisdom and, well, survival instincts, this is your guy.
How Obi-Wan Got Away (Spoiler: It Wasn’t Easy)
- Dude was almost toast on Utapau. Commander Cody, his best clone pal? Tried to murder him. Not cool, right?
- Luckily, Obi-Wan’s faster than your average Jedi. He escaped and spent the rest of his days in exile on Tatooine—keeping an eye on Luke Skywalker.
- Fast forward a few years, Obi-Wan’s sitting there like, “I told y’all this kid’s gonna save the galaxy.”
Obi-Wan dodged a ton of bullets (not literally, because that’s not Jedi style) to survive Order 66. The guy knew how to lay low.
Yoda: The Grand Master Who Went Into Hiding
Alright, Yoda’s next. The green guy. The one who talks funny. He wasn’t having any of that order 66 nonsense, though. While he was busy chilling on Kashyyyk with the Wookiees, he got the bad news—and bounced outta there quicker than you can say “Darth Sidious.”
Yoda’s Escape Plan
- First, Yoda felt it coming. Jedi powers? 10/10.
- Some clones tried to off him. Didn’t go as planned.
- Thanks to the Wookiees (and a little help from Bail Organa), he escaped to Dagobah.
After Order 66, Yoda wasn’t the type to throw himself into a pity party. Instead, he went full hermit mode and started meditating on Dagobah, waiting for the right time.
Ahsoka Tano: The Jedi Who Walked Away
Ahsoka Tano? Yeah, her story is wild. Now, she wasn’t technically a Jedi at the time Order 66 happened (she kinda quit the Order earlier on). But guess what? The Empire still wanted her dead.
How Ahsoka Survived
- Ahsoka was on a star destroyer when the order came through. Her clones turned on her in a hot second.
- The girl fought her way out, no hesitation. She teamed up with Rex and escaped.
- Faked her death, went into hiding. I mean, if you’re gonna survive order 66, might as well go full stealth mode, right?
Ahsoka’s story proves that sometimes, survival is less about luck and more about being one step ahead—and having a badass mindset.
Kanan Jarrus: From Padawan to Rebel
Let’s talk about Kanan Jarrus, a Padawan during the Clone Wars who, well, just barely managed to get out of order 66 alive. When the order went down, his master, Depa Billaba, took one for the team and let Kanan escape.
Kanan’s Escape
- Kanan watched his master die. Yeah. Not great.
- He went from Padawan to…you guessed it, rebel leader. But first? He went on the run, living in exile for a while.
- Eventually, Kanan met up with Hera Syndulla and joined the crew of the Ghost, fighting the Empire.
I’m not saying Kanan’s life after order 66 was all sunshine and rainbows, but he definitely became an unexpected hero for the Rebellion.
Cal Kestis: The Scrappy Padawan
Alright, let’s jump into the world of video games for a second. Meet Cal Kestis from Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order. The kid survived order 66 through a mix of sheer luck and his master’s self-sacrifice.
Cal’s Escape
- Order 66 happened while Cal was just a Padawan. His master? Dead.
- He barely escaped, hiding on the planet Bracca, pretending to be a scrapper.
- Eventually, Cal reconnected with the Force and went on a quest to defeat the Empire.
Cal’s survival wasn’t easy, but he made it. And hey, maybe that’s the Jedi way—persevering no matter the odds.
Quinlan Vos: The Rogue Jedi
Quinlan Vos is, let’s say, a bit of an enigma. There’s a lot of mystery surrounding his survival post-order 66, but the guy is too cool to just fade away.
What We Know About Vos
- Quinlan had a knack for going undercover, so he probably dodged the clones like a pro.
- Last we heard, he was still alive post-order 66, chilling somewhere on Kashyyyk.
- Some rumors say he was actually out there in the galaxy doing his thing, but it’s all a little unclear.
Quinlan Vos might not be the most famous Jedi survivor, but he’s got mysterious survivor written all over him.
Luminara Unduli: The Unfortunate Trap
Luminara Unduli’s story is a sad one, but it’s a great example of how cruel the Empire could be. She was considered a survivor after order 66, but her survival came with a twist.
Luminara’s Fate
- She was captured by the Empire, not killed.
- Her body was used as a trap to lure other Jedi into the Inquisitor’s hands.
- It was a dark strategy, but it worked.
Luminara’s story proves that order 66 wasn’t just about killing Jedi—it was about breaking their spirits too.
The Younglings: The Unsung Heroes
And then there’s the tragic fate of the younglings. These little ones never had a chance. But a few of them? A few survived.
Youngling Survivors
- Grogu (yeah, that Grogu) somehow got away. He was saved during the chaos of the temple attack.
- Reva Sevander, also known as the Third Sister, survived order 66—though she eventually joined the Inquisitors.
- Some other young Force-sensitive kids got away too, though their stories are mostly lost to time.
The order 66 purge hit the Jedi temple hard, but some of those kids made it out alive. Whether they became Jedi or not? Well, that’s a whole other tale.
The Jedi’s Legacy After Order 66
Alright, so surviving order 66 didn’t exactly mean you were in the clear. The galaxy wasn’t a friendly place for Jedi after the event. Most of them had to reinvent themselves or go into hiding—for decades.
How Survivors Kept Going
- Some hid on remote planets (Dagobah, anyone?).
- Others kept low profiles and just tried to stay alive.
- Some even started training new Jedi or Force users, keeping the fight going.
The survivors of order 66 might’ve been in hiding, but they never gave up. And honestly, that’s what makes their stories so inspiring.
Final Thoughts
Here’s the kicker: order 66 was supposed to be the end of the Jedi, but those survivors? They made sure it wasn’t. From Obi-Wan and Yoda to Ahsoka and Kanan, they carried on the legacy, proving that no matter how dark things get, there’s always hope. Even when you’re on the run from the galaxy’s most ruthless Empire.
And who knows? Maybe, just maybe, the next Jedi survivor is out there—waiting for the right moment to make their move.
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